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- 08:00 amWhy pay thousands for a new laptop? This MacBook Air refurb gets the job done for under $200 | MacworldWhy pay thousands for a new laptop? This MacBook Air refurb gets the job done for under $200
Macworld TL;DR: This refurbished 2017 MacBook Air delivers reliable everyday performance with 8GB RAM, a fast 128GB SSD, and up to 12 hours of battery life, all for just $199.97 (MSRP $999) through April 19. If your current laptop struggles to keep up with basic tasks — or sounds like it’s about to take off every time you open a browser — it might be time for an upgrade. The problem? New laptops can easily cost a small fortune. This refurbished 13.3″ MacBook Air from 2017 gives you a smarter option. It’s built for everyday tasks like browsing, streaming, and working on documents, without the premium price tag. Until April 19, you can grab it for just $199.97. Powered by a 1.8GHz Intel Core i5 processor and 8GB of RAM, it handles daily workloads smoothly. The 128GB SSD keeps things fast and responsive, while the 13.3-inch display delivers clear visuals for work or entertainment. Why this refurb is worth it: Up to 12 hours of battery life for all-day use Lightweight, portable design that’s easy to carry WiFi and Bluetooth for seamless connectivity Reliable performance for everyday apps and tasks It’s not trying to be the most powerful machine on the market — it’s designed to do the essentials well, and do them consistently. With an A/B refurbished grade, you can expect only minor cosmetic signs of use and full functionality. Upgrade your daily workflow with a refurbished 2017 Apple MacBook Air for just $199.97 (MSRP $999) through April 19. Apple MacBook Air (2017) 13″ i5 1.8GHz 8GB RAM 128GB SSD Silver (Refurbished)See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.08:00 amThis app unlocks hundreds of Mac features you didn’t know existed — now 59% off
Macworld TL;DR: This lifetime MacPilot license unlocks 1,200+ hidden Mac features in a simple interface for a one-time price of $39.99. Your Mac is powerful, but most of that power is buried under layers of settings you might not even know about. If you’ve ever wanted to tweak how things look, speed things up, or just make your computer feel more like yours, you’ve probably hit a wall pretty quickly. There’s a way around that — without diving into complicated commands or risking breaking something important. MacPilot is designed to surface all those hidden features in one clean, familiar interface, and it’s currently available for $39.99 (MSRP $99). Instead of digging through system files, you can toggle animations, reveal hidden files, customize your Dock with spacers and smart stacks, or even change how screenshots are saved. It also goes beyond surface-level tweaks, giving you access to system info, maintenance tools, and performance optimizations that usually stay out of reach. Whether you want a cleaner setup, better performance, or just more control, MacPilot turns your Mac into something that actually works the way you want it to — not just how it came to you. Take control of your Mac with a lifetime license to MacPilot for $39.99 and unlock features you didn’t even know were there. MacPilot Lifetime LicenseSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.04:20 amWhatsApp is bringing Status updates to the top of the Chats tab
The new WhatsApp build on TestFlight includes references to an upcoming change that will bring Status updates (which is the app’s version of Instagram’s Story format) to the Chats tab. Here are the details. more…02:44 amSurvival horror game Cronos: The New Dawn coming natively to Apple Silicon Macs
Bloober Team announced today that its award-winning game Cronos: The New Dawn will launch on Apple silicon Macs with native support on April 28. Here are the details. more…02:19 amReport: Apple saw 9% growth in Mac shipments during Q1 2026
A new report from IDC shows that while the overall PC market posted slight year-over-year shipment growth in the first quarter, Apple saw one of the strongest gains among its peers. Here are the details. more…02:19 amReport: Apple saw 9% growth in Mac shipments during Q1 2026
A new report from IDC shows that while the overall PC market posted slight year-over-year shipment growth in the first quarter, Apple saw one of the strongest gains among its peers. Here are the details. more…01:35 amAdobe’s low-processing camera app expands support to select iPads and the iPhone 17e
The new update to Adobe’s experimental camera app adds initial support for iPads with at least 6GB of RAM and the new iPhone 17e. Here are the details. more…01:12 amNew Apple TV movie starring Keanu Reeves now available to stream
Apple TV subscribers can now stream the platform’s new comedy film, Outcome, starring Keanu Reeves (The Matrix), and co-written and directed by Jonah Hill (The Wolf of Wall Street). Watch the trailer below. more…Thursday April 0911:42 pmFBI used iPhone notification data to retrieve deleted Signal messages
A new report from 404 Media reveals that the FBI was able to recover deleted Signal messages from an iPhone by extracting data stored in the device’s notification database. Here are the details. more…09:40 pmApple collector showcases 50 years of Mac startup sounds [Video]
Retro tech archivist TechyThings has published a great video on Instagram showcasing the startup sounds, tones and chimes from multiple Apple desktops and laptops throughout the years, dating all the way back to the Apple I. Watch it below. more…08:39 pmResearchers detail how a prompt injection attack bypassed Apple Intelligence protections | 9 to 5 MacResearchers detail how a prompt injection attack bypassed Apple Intelligence protections
A now corrected issue allowed researchers to circumvent Apple’s restrictions and force the on-device LLM to execute attacker-controlled actions. Here’s how they did it. more…08:13 pmiPhone Fold visualized, HomeKit Adaptive Temperature, MacBook Neo shortages
Benjamin and Chance analyze the form factor of the iPhone Fold with dummy units start surfacing, and investigate why so many of Apple’s Macs are severely backordered right now. Also, NASA takes the iPhone into space, Aqara launches the first thermostat with support for HomeKit’s new Adaptive Temperature feature, and Chance is mad at the MLB app. And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin and Chance talk about some of the good shows they’ve been watching on TV recently. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Stamps.com: Send from your computer or phone 24/7. Try Stamps.com risk-free for sixty days with code happyhour. Sponsored by IM8: Go to IM8HEALTH.com/happyhour and use code happyhour to get a free welcome kit, five free travel sachets, and 10% off your order. Sponsored by Gusto: The online payroll and benefits software built for small businesses. Get three months free when you run your first payroll at gusto.com/happyhour. more…08:00 pmMore major vehicle brands deliver Car Keys in Apple Wallet
Last June, Apple announced that 13 vehicle brands had committed to supporting Car Keys in the Wallet app. The companies… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:51 pmApple permanently closes three Apple Store locations
Macworld Apple is taking the unusual step of permanently closing three Apple Store locations: Apple Towson Town Center, Apple North County, and Apple Trumbull. The stores are all temporarily closed today, according to Apple’s retail site, and will be shuttered in June. In a statement, Apple said: At Apple, we are constantly striving to deliver exceptional service and great experiences for our customers. As we continue investing to expand and enhance our retail stores and offerings worldwide, we remain deliberate about evaluating our existing locations to ensure that we can meet our customers’ needs in the best way. Following the departure of several retailers and declining conditions at Trumbull Mall, the Shops at North County, and Towson Town Center, we’ve made the difficult decision to close our stores at these locations. Our team members at Trumbull and North County will continue their roles at nearby Apple Retail stores. Towson employees will be eligible to apply for open roles at Apple in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement. We look forward to continuing to serve customers at nearby stores and on Apple.com, the Apple Store app, and at Apple Authorized Resellers and Service Providers. Apple’s most recent stores have been standalone locations or at outdoor malls. Apple regularly closes stores temporarily for renovation, but permanent closures are rare, with only a handful closing their doors forever, including one at Apple’s former headquarters at Infinite Loop in Cupertino. Typically, closures happen because the store in question is located in a mall that is in decline. That is exactly what is happening with these three locations.07:33 pmIf your Mac is having Wi-Fi issues, macOS 26.4.1 is here to help
Macworld Apple on Thursday released macOS 26.4.1, an update to the macOS Tahoe operating system. The update is for the M5 MacBook Air and the M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pros that were released last month, and fixes an issue that can occur when using content filter extensions and connecting to a Wi-Fi network. The 26.4.1 update comes after Apple released macOS 26.4 at the end of March. macOS 26.4 included new emojis, new features for Apple Music and Podcasts, as well as security fixes. Check out our macOS Tahoe superguide to learn more about the Mac operating system. Like the iOS 26.4.1 update, this release has no published CVE entries. To install the update, go to System Settings > General > Software Update. The Mac will need to restart to complete the installation.07:02 pmiOS 26’s Messages app got a big upgrade for an essential feature
iOS 26 brought a lot of changes to the Messages app, like new group chat features, spam prevention tools, and more. Joining those improvements, Messages also got a big AI upgrade in iOS 26 for an essential feature: search. more…06:50 pmPixelmator Pro & Logic get big upgrades, rest of iWork gets minor ones
Apple rolled out updates across its creative and productivity apps. Logic Pro and Pixelmator Pro gain new features while the rest of the iWork lineup got bug fixes and stability improvements.Apple Creator Studio appsApple's Creator Studio bundle includes pro tools like Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Motion, Compressor, and Pixelmator Pro, along with productivity apps like Pages, Keynote, and Numbers. It's a unified platform for creating and publishing across different workflows.Apple delivered updates through the App Store, with most apps receiving maintenance-focused changes for reliability and platform stability. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:32 pmApple TV debuts trailer for ‘My Brother the Minotaur,’ premiering April 24th
Apple TV on Thursday debuted the trailer for “My Brother the Minotaur,” an all-new animated kids and family adventure series set to premiere… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:17 pmOpenAI introduces $100/month Pro plan aimed at Codex users, here’s what it includes
OpenAI is launching a revamped $100/month ChatGPT subscription aimed at Codex users. Here’s how it compares to OpenAI’s existing plans and what it includes. more…06:16 pmApple releases macOS Tahoe 26.4.1 with bug fixes and behind-the-scenes improvements
Apple introduced macOS 26.4.1, an important update for macOS Tahoe that addresses various bugs and glitches. It's recommended. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)