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- Tuesday December 30
- 07:00 pmApple offers Japan free limited-edition AirTag for qualifying iPhone purchase
Apple this week announced its annual New Year Sale in Japan, where customers can receive a free limited-edition AirTag… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:54 pm‘Do a Better Job on the Wings’
Kubrick on the Icarus myth.06:50 pmAndrew's best tech in 2025: Aqara G5 Pro, 25W Qi2.2, & Anker laptop battery
Based on the ever-churning rumor mill, it sounds like 2026 is going to be a banner year for tech fans. That said, I still found a bunch of great gear in 2025 to tide me over from Apple Home devices to chargers.Some of my favorite devices to release in 20252025 didn't end up being "Year of the Smart Home" as I initially hoped it would be. Apple punted its next-generation version of Siri till 2026, along with its much-discussed phantom smart display.Accessory makers weren't held back though, with a ton of new smart home devices launching. Despite a growing list of favorites, I managed to try to winnow things down to a few mass-appeal items that I think stood above the rest. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:30 pmHoliday tech support, Hold Assist, Ask9to5Mac
Benjamin and Chance return from the holiday break with some classic stories of tech support from the trenches. Also, iOS 26 Hold Assist proves better in theory than in reality based on listener feedback, and we do some Ask9to5Mac to close out 2025. And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin and Chance debate what should be 9to5Mac’s Product of the Year. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by HelloFresh: America’s #1 meal kit! Get 10 free meals + a FREE Zwilling Knife (a $144.99 value) on your third box at HelloFresh.com/happyhour10fm. Sponsored by Square: Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/happyhour. more…06:17 pmApple may see the future of LLMs very differently than most: report
Apple has been subject to a lot of criticism over its AI strategy, especially after it delayed several powerful Siri upgrades earlier this year. But a new report may help explain why, in part, Apple’s AI approach differs so much from competitors. more…06:01 pmStudy links excessive infant screen time to altered brain development and teen anxiety | Mac Daily NewsStudy links excessive infant screen time to altered brain development and teen anxiety
Children with greater screen time exposure before age two exhibited alterations in brain development associated with elevated anxiety… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.05:46 pmApple Watch 'Quit Quitting' ad spots want you to escape your sofa
Apple's latest ad spot collection urges people to "Quit Quitting," by showing Apple Watch users running away from furniture.Apple Watch 'Quit Quitting' ads - Image Credit: Apple/YouTubeWith the start of 2026 on the horizon, many people take the opportunity to make resolutions for the new year to get fit. This time around, Apple wants people to stick to their resolutions, via the Apple Watch.A collection of new ad spots posted to the official Apple YouTube account is collectively titled "Quit quitting with Apple Watch." In each video, a person is shown being chased by furniture as they undergo a workout. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:20 pmGrab great year-end deals on Samsung displays — up to $1,400 off!
Year-end Samsung monitor deals could net you the display of your dreams to make the most of your Mac setup. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:16 pmiOS 26 adds new ‘Preview’ app on iPhone, here’s how I’m using it
iOS 26 adds two brand new apps to your iPhone’s Home Screen, here’s how I’m using one of them: the Preview app. more…05:05 pm7-port magnetic mini hub makes your iPhone way more useful [Review] ★★★★☆
Unlock your iPhone's potential with the Satechi OntheGo 7-in-1 Multiport Adapter. Connect monitors, SSDs and more with ease. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)04:50 pmToday in Apple history: Microsoft hits the height of its ’90s power
On December 30, 1999, Microsoft hit the height of its 1990s dominance and began its early-2000s decline. It was a major turning point. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)04:20 pmApple TV unveils trailer for season three of ‘Shrinking, starring Jason Segel and Harrison Ford | Mac Daily NewsApple TV unveils trailer for season three of ‘Shrinking, starring Jason Segel and Harrison Ford
Apple TV on Tuesday debuted the trailer for the upcoming third season of “Shrinking,” starring Jason Segel and Harrison Ford… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.04:15 pmBest year-end Apple deals: AirTag $19, Apple Watch Ultra 2 $549, $799 MacBook
Amazon's year-end sale is in full swing, with steeper discounts issued on Apple AirTag, the closeout Apple Watch Ultra 2, and more.Grab year-end Apple deals at Amazon, with prices starting at $19 - Image credit: AppleWhether you're looking to pick up an Apple Watch to embark on a fitness journey for 2026 or need a Mac for your business before the end of the year, Amazon has competitive deals across Apple's hardware lines (and even accessories like the Apple Pencil).Shop Amazon's Apple deals Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:02 pmiOS 27: Here are seven new features rumored to be coming
The next major iPhone software update will be unveiled in less than six months, at WWDC in June. Here are seven new features rumored to be coming with iOS 27. more…03:39 pmShrinking season 3 is coming soon, and the new trailer looks excellent
One of Apple TV’s best comedies, Shrinking, returns for season 3 very soon, and the newly released trailer shows a lot to look forward to. more…03:13 pmKeep your holiday haul safe with a 4-pack of AirTags for just $65
Macworld If you got some new gear for Christmas and want to keep it safe, you can two one of two things: Never leave the house or track it with an AirTag. And since you have to go to work eventually, this 4-pack of AirTags at Amazon for just $65 is your best bet. It’s not quite an all-time low, but it’s just $2 away from the best price we’ve ever seen. AirTags are easily Apple’s most underrated devices, silently keeping tabs on the things they’re traveling with. Pairing and setup are a snap with an iPhone, and they’re small enough to disappear into a pocket or purse. If you lose something, you can launch the Find My app to track it with ease. If it’s nearby, you can play a chime to locate it, and if it’s actually lost, you can use the power of Apple’s Find My network to pinpoint its location anywhere in the world. Plus, every AirTag has a replaceable battery that lasts about a year and a cute design that will look great hanging from a set of keys. Speaking of which, you’ll need a keyring holder to attach it to a zipper or keys, which just so happens to be on sale at Woot! for nearly 65 percent off. AirTags normally cost $24 each, but this sale brings them down to just $16.25. So grab a 4-pack and a couple of keyrings and never worry about losing your favorite things again.03:12 pmwatchOS 26 has three big new updates for Apple Watch faces
The watch face is easily among Apple Watch’s most important features, and watchOS 26 offers big improvements to watch faces in three main ways. Here’s what’s new. more…02:30 pm15 new products to expect from Apple in 2026
Apple is preparing a wave of new products for 2026, including a folding iPhone, powerful new Macs, refreshed iPads and new smart home gear. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)02:20 pmZombie Roombas still Matter to HomeKit with support upgrades
Despite the impending sale of iRobot, some Roomba models are still getting updates, with a few getting last-minute Matter support and HomeKit integration.A Roomba - Image Credit: iRobotRoomba has taken a hit in 2025, with a drop in sales amid intense competition leading to the sale of the parent company, iRobot. Despite the impending acquisition, the robot vacuum line is still receiving updates.In the case of some models of Roomba, MacRumors reports that Matter support has been added, expanding the range that works with Matter by three units. A firmware update has been released, adding Matter integration to: Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:04 pmApple debuts new ‘Quit Quitting with Apple Watch’ ads to boost New Year’s fitness motivation | Mac Daily NewsApple debuts new ‘Quit Quitting with Apple Watch’ ads to boost New Year’s fitness motivation
Apple is rolling out a fresh series of motivational advertisements highlighting the Apple Watch as the ultimate tool to stick with fitness… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.