Watch this Franken-Neo come alive with official Apple parts
Macworld One of the cool things about the MacBook Neo is that it’s designed so the user can repair it if needed. You can order parts online and use Apple’s manuals to, say, replace a broken trackpad. But as it turns out, Apple doesn’t require you to buy the same-colored parts as your MacBook Neo. You could, for example, buy a Citrus trackpad for your Indigo Neo or mix-and-match keycaps to create a multi-colored rainbow MacBook Neo. That’s exactly what Antonio G. Di Benedetto did at The Verge. After purchasing an Indigo MacBook Neo, he went to the Self Service Repair Store, bought parts of different colors, and used those parts to replace some of the Indigo-colored ones on the Neo. The result is a laptop with multiple splashes of color. @verge The MacBook Neo is Apple’s cheapest laptop, its most colorful, and its easiest to repair in years. And you can buy official replacement parts in all four of its colors. So that got us thinking: What if we bought a Neo just to see how funky we could make it look? #apple #macbook #macbookneo ♬ original sound – The Verge More important than the results, however, is the insight into how easy it is to replace parts on the MacBook Neo. It was relatively easy for Di Benedetto; replacing the trackpad, USB-C ports, and the bottom case went smoothly, but the trouble began when replacing the keycaps. Di Benedetto neglected to buy the tools from Apple needed to do this, so he used his own and ended up damaging some of the keycaps. The takeaway here if if you need to repair your Neo and you want to do it yourself, be sure to double-check for any necessary tools you’ll need on the Repair Store website.

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UK plans to jail tech execs if kids keep seeing nudes on devices
Per possible new policy, the UK threatens to jail tech execs like Apple's John Ternus if they fail to block the smutty stuff from kids' eyes. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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Apple Arcade in June: Four new games added to the service
Macworld Gaming subscription services are all the rage now, but Apple Arcade isn’t a little different from the likes of PlayStation Plus, EA Play, or Xbox Game Pass. If you’ve got questions about it, we’ve got plenty of answers. Updated June 5, 2026: There are four new games on the service this month: Coffee Inc. 2+, Free Cell Solitaire: Card Game+, Mini Football Legends, and My Talking Tom 2+. What is Apple Arcade? Apple Arcade is a gaming subscription service for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and AppleTV that features several hundred games. The games are a mix of genres and styles, and include original games you’ll only find on the service and others that can be found on the regular App Store or even other platforms. Apple Arcade isn’t a streaming service like Xbox Live Cloud Gaming or GeForce NOW. Games must be downloaded onto your device in order to be played. What do I need to run it? Apple Arcade was made available as part of iOS 13, iPad OS 13, tvOS 13, and macOS Catalina or later. Some of the more visually-intensive games may only run well on newer hardware, though, and some Mac games require macOS 11 (Big Sur). How much does Apple Arcade cost? Apple Arcade costs $6.99/£6.99 per month, and you’ll also get a one-month free trial or you can get three months free if you purchase a new iPhone, iPad, Apple TV or Mac. To claim your free trial click here. You can get Apple Arcade for less than $6.99 a month if you subscribe for a year upfront. A year of Apple Arcade is $49.99/£49.99 (so $4.16 a month). If you’re currently on the $6.99 month-to-month plan and want to switch to the annual plan and save some money, you can do so on your iPhone or iPad. Open the App Store app, then tap your account icon in the upper right. Tap Subscriptions, then tap the entry for Apple Arcade. Here, you can switch to the annual plan. Apple Arcade is also included in the Apple One subscription bundles, which range from $20 a month to $38 a month and include access to Apple Music and Apple TV and iCloud storage. There is also a month free trial of Apple One. To claim the trial, or sign up for Apple One, click here. How do I sign up for Apple Arcade? There isn’t an Apple Arcade app—it’s built into the App Store. On your iPhone, iPad, or Mac open the App Store and look for the Apple Arcade tab at the bottom of the screen (or in the left column on macOS). A sign-up screen with a Try It Free button will appear. After the trial you’ll be charged either the monthly or annual fee, depending on your selection. When subscribing, you’ll need to enter your Apple ID password or use Touch ID or Face ID to sign in, and you’ll have to confirm your subscription purchase a few times. Once you’re done with the sign up, the Arcade section of the App Store shows what games are available to you. To access a game, tap on it in the App Store, then tap the Get button. When the game is done installing on your device, the Get button turns into a Play button, and you can tap it to launch the game. The game app icon will also appear on your device’s Home page. On the Apple TV, there actually is an Arcade app. Open that to see the sign-up offer. You’ll also find an Arcade tab within the App Store. Does my subscription include family sharing? Yes. One $6.99 per month subscription can be shared between up to six people (including you). How do I cancel Apple Arcade? First off, keep in mind that if you cancel Apple Arcade (either before your free trial is up or after subscribing), you won’t be able to keep playing the games unless you re-subscribe. If you’re okay with that, you can use the same process you use to cancel any other subscription service. Here’s the easiest way to do it on the iPhone and iPad: Open the App Store app and tap on your profile photo in the upper right. In the screen that pops up, press Subscriptions near the top of the page. You’ll then see a list of active subscriptions, and Apple Arcade should be listed there. Tap it. You’ll either see Cancel Free Trial or Cancel Subscription toward the middle of the page that appears. Tap whatever option is available, then Confirm Cancellation. And here’s how to cancel Apple Arcade on the Mac: Open the App Store app and then press the icon with your profile photo in the lower left. The Account window will appear, and you should then click View Information at the top of the window. Enter your password when/if prompted. When your Account Information appears, scroll down to the Manage section and click the Manage link to the right of Subscriptions. When the list of your active subscriptions appears, click Edit to the right of Apple Arcade. Toward the middle of the page that appears, you’ll see a button that says either Cancel Free Trial or Cancel Subscription. Click it, then click Confirm Cancellation and Confirm. Do Apple Arcade games have in-app purchases? No. In Apple’s words, “since every game includes access to the full experience, including all game features, content, and future updates, no additional purchases will be required.” Even games that have in-app purchases on the App Store won’t have any in Apple Arcade. Do Apple Arcade games have ads? Also no. On a related note, Apple says Apple Arcade has no ad tracking. Is Apple Arcade a game streaming service like GeForce NOW or Xbox Game Streaming? No. All Apple Arcade are downloaded. Are there demos for Apple Arcade games? No, and they’re not really necessary. Like App Store apps, games download quickly and can easily be removed if you don’t want to keep it anymore. Apple partly envisions Apple Arcade as a way of letting players try out games with more freedom than the App Store currently allows (which is basically none). In Apple’s words, “rather than pay upfront for each game, a subscription to Apple Arcade will give players the opportunity to try any game in the service without risk.” The service has a free trial, though, as we’ve seen with other Apple subscription services. Am I able to keep playing Apple Arcade games if I cancel my subscription? No. As with most subscription services, you only have access while you’re a subscriber. Can I use controllers with Apple Arcade games? Yes. In additional to traditional MFi (Made for iOS) controllers, you can pair some specific Bluetooth controllers for either PlayStation or Xbox with either your iPhone, iPad, or Apple TV. Since many Apple Arcade games are playable on Mac and Apple TV (where controller support is more common), many games will support them. Some games, especially those that are also available in the broader App Store and only for iPhone or iPad, have no controller support. Recently Apple relaxed the requirements for MFi controller certification, which may have grown out of the Apple Arcade negotiations. How often are new games released? Games are typically released on the first Friday of each month. There are some rare exceptions. What games have been released so far? There are over 200 games available for Apple Arcade, and the list grows all the time. 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Farewell to a ‘Ted Lasso’ icon: Anthony Head passes away at 72
Fans of "Ted Lasso" are mourning the loss of Anthony Head, the talented British actor best known in the Apple TV series as Rupert Mannion… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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AirPods 4 are down to a cool $99 for those hot summer beats
Macworld Apple AirPods 4 View Deal (function () { document.querySelector("#sticky-promo-block a").addEventListener("click", function(e) { const debug = document.location.host.search(/lndo.site|go-vip.net/) !== -1; const text = this.closest("#sticky-promo-block").querySelector("p.promo-title").textContent; const data = { event: "stickyConversionUnitClick", eventCategory: "Sticky Conversion", eventAction: "Click", eventLabel: text }; if(debug)console.log("Sticky Conversion CLick - pushing to dataLayer: ", data); dataLayer.push(data); return true; }); })(); Summer is nearly here, and just in time, Apple’s AirPods 4 are down to $99 from $129, the lowest they’ve been all year. They briefly dipped lower for Black Friday 2025, so this isn’t an all-time best, but $99 is a strong number for Apple’s current standard earbuds and an easy entry point if you’ve been holding out. If you absolutely hate earbuds with silicone tips, then you’ll love the fit of AirPods 4. When using them for long hours, these buds will be a lot more comfortable as you won’t have to deal with that in-ear pressure. The redesigned shape and shorter stem add to that, sitting more securely so they stay put during a walk or a quick jog. The H2 chip inside these buds improves sound quality over previous models. The call clarity also holds up well thanks to voice isolation and trimming background noise. The chip will also make pairing the buds to your other devices so much easier. Even better, they also switch between an iPhone, iPad, or Mac on their own. And when you forget where they are, you can use the Find My app to track their location. Personalized Spatial Audio and head-nod Siri replies are nice extras you get when picking the AirPods 4. The buds will keep you listening to your favorite songs for about five hours, although you’ll get about 30 hours with the case. At $99, the AirPods 4 are easy to recommend, especially since better deals are few and far between.

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Apple’s big AI redemption at WWDC 2026: Overhauled Siri, iOS 27, macOS 27, and more set for reveal on Monday
Apple is gearing up for what could be one of its most important Worldwide Developers Conferences in years. On Monday, June 8th… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Smart home diary: A fresh look as I start again in my new home
I’ve recently completed what must be a strong contender for the longest-running saga in selling one home and buying another. I won’t bore you with the details, but the entire process from start to finish was two years almost exactly to the day. I have sadly sacrificed my former spectacular city view but let’s just say it was a good move. I set an ambitious target of a fortnight for completing all the main home improvement work on my new apartment, and so far seem to be getting pretty close. This includes much of my new smart home setup … more…

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Brydge Max 13 review: Finally, a compelling Magic Keyboard alternative
Brydge Max 13 is an all-in-one keyboard, trackpad, and stand for iPad Pro that has the potential to outshine Apple's Magic Keyboard.Brydge Max 13 review: The new all-aluminum iPad keyboardWith a price tag pushing $400 in the U.S., post-tax, it's no surprise that competitors have been relentlessly releasing lower-priced options to the Magic Keyboard. Most, though, swap out premium materials for cheaper ones, like plastic.At times, it feels like a race to the bottom. Premium keyboards outside of Apple's have largely been few and far between. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple TV has its best summer lineup ever, here’s what’s coming
Apple TV has its best summer lineup ever this year, with compelling new and returning series—all kicking off today with Cape Fear, the excellent new thriller. Here’s everything new coming to Apple TV this summer. more…

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Deals: AirPods Pro 3, AirPods Max 2, Apple Watch from $219, black Trail Loop, MacBook Air, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by some of the AirPods 4 nearly 25% off, and the best price ever on AirPods Max 2. Alongside the most affordable Apple Watch Series 11 down at $299 ($100 off) and Apple Watch SE 3 down at $219, we also have a super rare discount hitting Apple’s latest black Ultra Trail Loop today and Spigen’s Athlex Trail Loop-style Apple Watch band at $20. Just be sure to also scope out these M5 MacBook Air models still up to $270 off. Head below for a closer look. more…

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Anthropic urges AI industry to develop ‘brake pedal’ as self-improving systems approach
Anthropic, a leading AI research company, has issued a public warning about the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence toward… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Anker’s versatile 2-in-1 Nano docking station is $40 off today
Macworld Anker Nano 13-in-1 docking station View Deal (function () { document.querySelector("#sticky-promo-block a").addEventListener("click", function(e) { const debug = document.location.host.search(/lndo.site|go-vip.net/) !== -1; const text = this.closest("#sticky-promo-block").querySelector("p.promo-title").textContent; const data = { event: "stickyConversionUnitClick", eventCategory: "Sticky Conversion", eventAction: "Click", eventLabel: text }; if(debug)console.log("Sticky Conversion CLick - pushing to dataLayer: ", data); dataLayer.push(data); return true; }); })(); Anker’s uniquely versatile Nano docking station is down to $110 from $150, a $40 cut, and the cheapest this handy hub has ever been. This is such a cool dock to hub because it’s a 2-in-1 model. On the one hand, it’s a 13-in-1 docking station that can find its home near your laptop, and on the other hand, it’s a 6-in-1 hub you can take anywhere you go. Most docks live permanently on your desk, but this one lets you pop off a smaller hub and take essential ports with you when you head out. The main dock handles the usual desk duties. You get dual HDMI and DisplayPort outputs for external monitors, Ethernet for a stable wired connection, a bunch of USB-C and USB-A ports for accessories, an audio jack, and SD and TF card slots if you move photos or footage around. It’s easy and straightforward. Then, if you pop out the smaller hub, you get the SD card slots, a USB-A and USB-C on one side, an HDMI, USB-C upstream, and USB-C with PD-IN on the other. Now, while this dock supports a triple-screen setup, things are different on a Mac. According to Anker’s description, when hooked up to a Mac, external monitors mirror the same content rather than extending into separate screens. Also, video output runs through HDMI or DisplayPort only, not the USB-C ports, so plan your monitor connections accordingly. But those are specific issues. For most people, this 2-in-1 Anker docking station is a great pick at $110, handling your needs while at the office and while on the go.

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iOS 27 beta release date: When you can install the new iPhone update
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Disguised Russian banking app surges to top three on the US App Store
The third most popular free iPhone app in the U.S. App Store today is a mysterious productivity app that’s only available in Russian. That’s a pretty obvious red flag that something isn’t quite what it seems. more…

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Disguised Russian banking app surges to top three on the US App Store
The third most popular free iPhone app in the U.S. App Store today is a mysterious productivity app that’s only available in Russian. That’s a pretty obvious red flag that something isn’t quite what it seems. more…

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The Guardian reviews Apple TV’s ‘Cape Fear’ series: ‘Amy Adams and Javier Bardem’s immaculate update is a wild, wild ride’
Apple TV's "Cape Fear" series is inspired by the 1991 remake directed by Martin Scorsese and produced by Steven Spielberg. A storm is coming… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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macOS 27 could grant two wishes that longtime Mac users want most
macOS 27 will be unveiled on Monday at WWDC, and rumors indicate the update will grant two wishes that longtime Mac users especially have been wanting. more…

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∞ The Dalrymple Report: E-bikes, WWDC and Gemini/Siri privacy
Dave just bought his first e-bike so we talk about how the technology and the prices have changed over the past couple of years. WWDC is coming up next week and it is going to be an exciting time. Of course, the biggest news is that Gemini will now be incorporated into all of Apple's operating systems. We also talk about the privacy issues and what Apple is going to do to avoid sharing customer information with Google. Follow this podcast Brought to you by: nordLayer: Get an exclusive offer: up to 22% off NordLayer yearly plans plus 10% on top with the coupon code: DALRYMPLE10. Try it risk-free—14-day money-back guarantee. Show Notes: Google and Siri/Gemini handoff privacy Siri in iOS 27: Every New Feature and Change to Expect Apple Invites WWDC 2026 Attendees to 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' Screening at Apple Park Apple says Texas App Store age assurance rules start tomorrow after court ruling Joanna Stern: I paid someone to hack my meta glasses Shows and movies we're watching The Bear, Disney+ Widow’s Bay, Apple TV+

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Beyond Siri: New Apple Intelligence features to expect at WWDC26
New Apple Intelligence features beyond Siri coming at WWDC26 could include better Visual Intelligence, enhanced AI photo editing and more. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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Stay safe & browse the internet freely with 70% off Proton VPN
Virtual Private Networks, or VPNs, are basically a required utility in 2026 if you want to browse the internet without being tracked. Get Proton VPN at up to 70% off a two-year subscription.Proton VPN can keep your browsing habits private. Image source: ProtonIt seems like everyone on the internet is trying to track you. Whether it's data brokers trying to profit off your personal information or your ISP attempting to help build an advertising profile, all eyes are on you when you browse.There is a better option than giving up and living in a cave, and it's called Proton VPN. It lets you connect a VPN to up to ten devices at once for smooth and encrypted access to your apps and websites. Continue Reading on AppleInsider

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