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- Monday March 09
- 10:42 pmYou can now use Shazam directly from ChatGPT
Starting today, users can ask Shazam to identify a song without having to leave ChatGPT. Here’s how it works. more…10:00 pmStudio Display XDR review roundup: Pro display hardware, with a few caveats
Early reviews of the $3299 Apple Studio Display XDR are here, and while they overwhelmingly praise the hardware, there are a few shared points of criticism.Early Apple Studio Display XDR reviews are here.The Apple Studio Display XDR debuted on March 3, replacing the Apple Pro Display XDR. Reviews of the new high-end external display began appearing on Monday, shortly after the iPhone maker lifted its embargo.Various publications were quick to higlight the 120Hz refresh rate support and the miniLED backlight of the Apple Studio Display XDR as positive attributes, but there was no shortage of criticism, either. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums09:57 pmThe iPhone 17e
Apple could have stopped with the addition of MagSafe alone, and the 17e would’ve been a successful year-over-year update over the 16e. But there’s even more.09:38 pmHere’s how much a MacBook Neo repair will cost you
If you’re considering buying the new MacBook Neo, whether for yourself or a family member, it may be helpful to know how much repairs will cost. Here are the details. more…09:05 pmApple postpones smart home display launch due to LLM Siri delays
Apple has once again postponed the launch of its much-rumored smart home display (internally code-named J490), a screen-equipped device; The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.08:42 pmApple TV: Jeff Daniels joins upcoming fifth season of The Morning Show
This will mark the third collaboration between Apple TV and Daniels. Here are the details. more…08:37 pmMacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max reviews: Incredibly fast
Apple’s new MacBook Pros with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips arrive this Wednesday, and reviews for the latest models have just arrived. Here’s what reviewers are saying. more…08:26 pmApple delays ‘HomePad’ as Siri improvements fall further behind
Siri strikes again! Apple postpones 'Homepad' amid Siri delays as the iPhone giant still struggles to beef up the voice assistant with AI. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)08:25 pmCiti reiterates a Buy rating and a $315 price target on Apple stock
Amid surging memory prices, the global smartphone industry faces a challenging year ahead. However, Citi analysts believe Apple is better… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.08:22 pmApple launches Partner Discovery Tool to help businesses find resellers and consultants | 9 to 5 MacApple launches Partner Discovery Tool to help businesses find resellers and consultants
The Apple Partner Discovery Tool will help businesses and governments find authorized resellers and technical partners to support device purchasing, deployment, and IT management. Here are the details. more…08:15 pmFirst Apple Studio Display XDR unboxing videos and reviews arrive ahead of release
Last week, Apple announced two new desktop monitors: the updated Studio Display, and the all-new Studio Display XDR. Now the first unboxing videos and reviews have arrived ahead of release day on Wednesday. more…08:00 pmTesting Apple's 2026 16-inch MacBook Pro, M5 Max, and its new “performance” cores
M5 Pro Max's "performance" CPU cores definitely aren't just rebranded E-cores.08:00 pm16-inch MacBook Pro (M5 Max) review: Ultra speed with shocking reads
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Outstanding overall speed Drastic SSD speed improvement Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6 upgrades Cons No cellular connectivity option Incremental CPU improvement over M4 Max Higher starting prices Our Verdict If you want Apple’s best laptop and money is no object, it’s the M5 Max MacBook Pro. It’s fast, it has a great-looking display, and it features a distinguished design. The boosted SSD speed is an excellent improvement that power users will appreciate and take advantage of. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When Reviewed$3,899 Best Prices Today: Apple 16-inch MacBook Pro (M5 Max, 2026) Retailer Price $3899 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket The MacBook Pro with the M-series Max chip is the company’s fastest laptop. The price is premium, but performance matches: desktop-like speed for mobile users who need it most. Apple has released the M5 Max MacBook Pro, and it offers incremental performance updates over the M4 Max it replaces. If “incremental” leaves you disappointed, don’t be, because the M4 Max was an extremely fast chip, so it continues to get better with the M5 Max. There is one aspect of the new laptop that sees a drastic improvement: the SSD. The significantly increased SSD speed means certain workflows will see much faster data access and file transfers, providing noticeable benefits—even if you already have an M4 Max. M5 Max MacBook Pro: Our model’s specifications This review looks at a model made for the most demanding user. It’s a nearly maxed-out model that you’ll pay top dollar for. Here are the specifications of the laptop in this review: CPU: M5 Max with an 18-core CPU (6 super cores, 12 performance cores); 16-core Neural Engine GPU: 40 cores Memory: 128GB unified memory Storage: 4TB SSD Display: 16.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR; 3456-by-2234 native resolution at 254 pixels per inch; 1000 nits sustained XDR brightness, 1600 nits peak (HDR content only); 1000 nits SDR brightness; 1 billion colors; P3 color gamut; True Tone; Nano-texture glass Ports: 3 Thunderbolt 5/USB-C; MagSafe 3; SDXC Card slot; HDMI; 3.5mm audio Networking: Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be); Bluetooth 6; Thread Input devices: Magic Keyboard with Touch ID; Magic Trackpad Weight: 4.7 pounds (2.15 kg) Dimensions: 0.66 x 14.01 x 9.22 inches (1.68 x 35.57 x 24.81 cm) Price (as tested): $6,149/£6,149 The MacBook Pro is available in Space Black (pictured) and Silver.Foundry M5 Max MacBook Pro: Performance The chip upgrade is the focus of this MacBook Pro release cycle. The base M5 MacBook Pro made its debut months ago, which gave us an idea of what to expect with the higher-level chips. Overall, it’s an incremental performance update, so the results reflect that. Geekbench 607:59 pmiOS 26.4’s new setting lets you disable another Liquid Glass effect
iOS 26.4 beta 4 arrived today, and with it a new ’Reduce Bright Effects’ setting that lets you disable various flashing elements common in Liquid Glass. more…07:57 pmmacOS 26.4 beta 4 lets everyone use the colorful MacBook Neo wallpapers
Wallpapers created for the all-new MacBook Neo have now been made available to all macOS Tahoe users, as of macOS 26.4 beta 4.MacBook Neo wallpapers are now available for all Macs, as of macOS 26.4 beta 4.On March 4, Apple announced the MacBook Neo, a colorful budget-oriented laptop, powered by an iPhone chip. The low-end Mac is available in four bright color options — Blush, Citrus, Indigo, and Silver, each with a matching wallpaper.The MacBook Neo ships with a special build of macOS 26.3, AppleInsider as predicted. All other Macs will need macOS 26.4 beta 4 to get the wallpapers made for the machine. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:51 pmApple's smart home hub delayed again because mondernizing Siri is hard
Apple's smart home hub was going to arrive in the spring, but the continued wait for the updated Siri has forced another delay to the end of 2026.An artist's rendition of the Home Hub - Image Credit: AppleInsiderOn March 5, a leaker claimed that Apple's smart home device, which we refer to as Home Hub, was doing to launch in late 2026. A new report on Monday has corroborated that rumor, pushing back the plan to update Apple Home to later in the year.In Monday's post to Bloomberg, Mark Gurman is informed by people with knowledge of the matter that there's a delay affecting the smart home display. That delay is caused by Siri. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:45 pmAdd more ports to the MacBook Neo with these docking stations
The MacBook Neo keeps things simple with just a couple of ports, which means most desk setups will need a USB-C dock. Here are some of the best MacBook Neo docking stations to expand ports, connect external displays, and power your laptop from a single cable.MacBook Neo portsApple's budget-focused notebook is built around portability and minimalism, but that approach limits how many accessories you can connect at once. Add a monitor, external storage, or wired networking, and the available ports disappear fast.A USB-C docking station is a great solution for turning a single connection into a full workstation hub. You can choose from compact travel docks to full desktop stations that offer multiple display outputs, extra USB ports, Ethernet, and charging support. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:10 pmiPadOS 26.4 adds convenient new feature for iPad power users
iPadOS 26 introduced a brand new windowing system for apps, and iPadOS 26.4 adds a key enhancement that multi-window power users should appreciate. more…07:04 pmApple reportedly targeting smart home display release around iOS 27
Apple has been developing a smart home display for years, but the product relies the promised Siri upgrade to ship first. A new report corroborates a recent leak that claims Apple is targeting a smart home display release around iOS 27. more…06:57 pmMagSafe Monday: LISEN Qi2 3-in-1 is the “one ring” of desk chargers
I like a simple desk setup. The LISEN Qi2 3-in-1 charging station might be the one charger to rule them all if you feel the same. With Qi2 standard support for up to 15-watt fast charging and an Apple-inspired design, it is a perfect companion for anyone all in on MagSafe charging. This is what makes it a great purchase and how it fits nicely with the existing Apple setup. more…