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- Thursday October 31
- 06:05 pmM4 MacBook Air: Here’s everything that’s coming next
Apple has launched its first M4 Macs, but the most popular Mac wasn’t among them. The MacBook Air has not yet received an M4 chip. But here’s everything we know about when that upgrade’s coming, and what else to expect from the new model. more…05:47 pmNew M4 Mac mini, MacBook Pro, and iMac reactions
Benjamin and Chance react to this week’s trio of Apple announcements, with the exciting launch of the newly redesigned M4 Mac mini, and all the changes in the updated M4 MacBook Pro and iMac lineups. And in Happy Hour Plus, we consider how successful this three-day event format was for Apple, and whether we’d like them to do it again. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Shopify: Grow your business no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour. Sponsored by Oracle: Take a free test drive of OCI at oracle.com/HAPPYHOUR more…05:24 pmAre you wasting time applying for tech industry ‘ghost jobs?’
Fake job listings from legitimate companies -- "ghost jobs" -- serve multiple purposes, some of them nefarious. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)05:19 pmHands-on with M4 MacBook Pro, iMac, and tiny new Mac mini – video
Via Apple’s Los Angeles hands-on showroom event on Wednesday, which let creators get their first hands on with the new M4-powered… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.04:48 pmThis surprising Mac upgrade hints at big Apple Intelligence features coming
Apple’s big trio of M4 Mac announcements is over. But one of the week’s biggest surprises gives us a hint into what Apple has in store for the Mac’s future, especially in the realm of new Apple Intelligence features. more…04:30 pm4 reasons why another 27-inch iMac is unlikely
Uncover the mystery of the missing 27-inch iMac. Learn the drawbacks and reasons behind Apple's decision to discontinue the desktop. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)04:14 pmGet a MacBook Pro M4 with AppleCare from $52/mo, with option to upgrade every 2 years | AppleInsiderGet a MacBook Pro M4 with AppleCare from $52/mo, with option to upgrade every 2 years
There's no doubt about it — buying a new MacBook Pro in full every two years can get expensive. But with this subscription service, it's easy to get the latest technology (and enjoy the peace of mind of having AppleCare included) for a low monthly fee.Get low monthly payments with option to upgrade every 2 years - Image credit: UpgradedIf you're like me and want to upgrade your Mac regularly, it's worth checking out GetUpgraded.com, a service operating similarly to Apple's iPhone Upgrade Program, but for MacBooks.Check out the service Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:49 pmM4 MacBook Pro doesn’t tempt me because Apple Silicon Macs are almost too good
The new M4 MacBook Pro is a beast, offering a phenomenal combination of performance and battery-life, with the bonus of a Center Stage camera and the option of a nano-texture display. But I have to say that I’m note remotely tempted because, honestly, my 2021 M1 Max MacBook Pro still feels to me like a brand-new machine – and that phenomenon could be an issue for Apple going forward … more…03:49 pmDeals: M4 MacBook Pro up to $960 off with M3 trade, black Apple Watch Ultra 2 new low, Apple Pencil Pro, more | 9 to 5 MacDeals: M4 MacBook Pro up to $960 off with M3 trade, black Apple Watch Ultra 2 new low, Apple Pencil Pro, more
Joining early discounts and elevated trade-in opportunities on the new M4 iMac and the new M4 Mac mini, today we are turning our attention to the next-generation M4 MacBook Pro lineup with the deals. Not only can My Best Buy members knock up to $150 off pre-orders right now, but the retailer is also offering elevated trade-in values that can net you an M4 MacBook Pro as low as $639 when flipping a base model M3 model (and the value just goes up from there). All of the details you need are right here alongside new lows on the black Apple Watch Ultra 2, notable discounts on M2 iPad Air models starting from $497, a solid offer on Apple Pencil Pro, and more. Everything awaits below in today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break. more…03:47 pmReport: Apple to make its own Wi-Fi chip as soon as 2025
Macworld Following reports earlier this month that Apple is planning to use its own 5G modem in the next iPhone SE, a new report claims that Apple will start to implement its own Wi-Fi chip in the iPhone 17 starting next year. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo posted on X that in the second half of 2025, Apple will use its own Wi-Fi chip in new products, ditching the chip created by Qualcomm. The chip will be manufactured using “TSMC’s N7 process and support the latest Wi-Fi 7 spec.” See the X post below: Broadcom currently supplies over 300 million Wi-Fi+BT chips (hereafter referred to as Wi-Fi chips) per year to Apple. However, Apple will rapidly reduce its reliance on Broadcom. With new products in 2H25 (e.g., iPhone 17), Apple plans to use its own Wi-Fi chips, which will be made by TSMC’s N7 process and support the latest Wi-Fi 7 spec. Apple expects to move nearly all products to in-house Wi-Fi chips within about three years. This move will reduce costs and enhance Apple’s ecosystem integration advantages. Ming-Chi Kuo, October 31, 2024 Interestingly, Kuo states the iPhone 17 as an example, which makes it unclear if he thinks the iPhone 17 will use the same 5G, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth combo chip that was reported by 9to5Mac earlier this month, or if he’s referring to a different chip altogether. Apple could also update its just-released M4 Mac lineup with the M5 chip in the second half of 2025 and install its own Wi-Fi chip, which will use “the latest W-Fi 7 spec” according to Kuo. The new M4 Macs surprisingly do not feature Wi-Fi 7 like the iPhone 16 lineup. Instead, they have Wi-Fi 6E, so perhaps Apple held off on Wi-Fi 7 until its own chip is ready. Rumors of an Apple-made 5G modem have been making the rounds for years, and it seems that it could finally come to fruition next year. By creating its own chip instead of relying on a third-party one, Apple can optimize it for performance, which could help with power efficiency and performance. It could also save the company some money, too.03:45 pmHacks and jokes ‘fix’ M4 Mac mini’s odd power-button placement
Is this the Magic Mouse charging port all over again? Internet hacks and jokes poke fun with M4 Mac mini power button "fixes." (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)03:34 pmGoogle Maps adding weather disruption reporting & more detailed driving map
In addition to Gemini for search, summaries, and Q&A, Google Maps for Android and iOS are getting updates to improve the entire driving experience “from start to finish.” more…03:34 pmClaude now has a dedicated AI Mac app from Anthropic
The Mac’s AI announcement week continues on. Apple doesn’t have any new AI-ready Macs to announce today, but instead we’re getting a dedicated Mac app from one of the biggest AI players. Claude is now available in a Mac app from Anthropic. more…03:25 pmWall Street thinks Apple is doing great
Get an early look at financial results of Apple's latest quarter. Analysts anticipate record total revenue powered by strong iPhone sales. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)03:14 pmApple said to dump Broadcom Wi-Fi for its own custom design next year
Apple is set to take another step towards self-reliance. The company is developing its own Wi-Fi 7 chips to replace Broadcom parts… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:44 pmApple rumored to ditch Broadcom Wi-Fi for own design in iPhone 17
The iPhone 17 and other late 2025 Apple devices will feature the company's own Wi-Fi 7 chips as part of a longterm move away from third-party suppliers.Broadcom offices — image credit: BroadcomIt's long been documented that Apple is working to replace Qualcomm's 5G modems with its own design, but now a new report says it's doing the same with Wi-Fi. Previously, it was rumored that Apple was aiming to drop Broadcom's Wi-Fi processors, but now analyst Ming-Chi Kuo says it will happen with the iPhone 17.Broadcom currently supplies over 300 million Wi-Fi+BT chips (hereafter referred to as Wi-Fi chips) per year to Apple. However, Apple will rapidly reduce its reliance on Broadcom. With new products in 2H25 (e.g., iPhone 17), Apple plans to use its own Wi-Fi chips, which will be— (Ming-Chi Kuo) (@mingchikuo) October 31, 2024 Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:34 pmApple VP behind Fitness+ is now becoming Peleton’s CEO and President
Peleton has announced Peter Stern as its new CEO and President, and he just happens to be a former Apple VP who had oversight of services while at the company. One of his former projects? The launch and growth of Apple Fitness+. more…02:33 pmToday in Apple history: iTunes video takes world by storm
Soon after launching video downloads with iTunes 6, Apple says it has already sold more than 1 million music videos. iTunes video is a hit! (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)02:31 pmGet Samsung's 32-inch M8 monitor for $399 ($300 off) & score a free 2TB T9 portable SSD | AppleInsiderGet Samsung's 32-inch M8 monitor for $399 ($300 off) & score a free 2TB T9 portable SSD
This Samsung deal not only discounts the popular M8 monitor by 43%, but it also includes a free 2TB T9 portable SSD valued at $219.99.Get extreme bundle savings on the Samsung M8 monitor & T9 SSD - Image credit: SamsungThe special bundle deal from Samsung is a great way to upgrade your home office setup by expanding your screen real estate and storage.Get the bundle deal Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:08 pmKuo: iPhone 17 will use new Wi-Fi and Bluetooth chip made in-house by Apple
Apple’s big launches for 2024 are nearly complete, so reports are going to pick up regarding the 2025 product lineup. Today, a new report highlights Apple’s plan to use an in-house Wi-Fi and Bluetooth chip in next year’s iPhone 17 line. more…