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- 03:15 pmToday in Apple history: Mac clone-maker peaks before a dizzying decline
On June 4, 1997, Mac clone-maker Power Computing hit its high point and began a rapid decline. By early 1998, it was out of business. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)03:05 pmAirPods Max 2 plunge to $499 at Amazon, the lowest price ever
Despite being released only two months ago, AirPods Max 2 are on sale for $499, which is the lowest price to date. And score delivery as early as today.Grab AirPods Max 2 at the lowest price ever - Image credit: AppleYou can pick up AirPods Max 2 at a $50 discount at Amazon today when you opt for the Midnight or Starlight colors. This reflects the lowest price seen to date since the over-ear headphones were announced in late March 2026. Amazon Prime members can also get delivery as early as today, depending on your shipping address.Buy AirPods Max 2 for $499 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:00 pmMorgan Stanley sees WWDC as major catalyst for Apple stock
As Apple gears up for its highly anticipated WWDC 2026 keynote on June 8, Wall Street giant Morgan Stanley is bullish on the stock’s… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.03:00 pmApp Store tops $1.4 trillion as AI apps fuel record developer earnings
A new report show that AI apps fuel record App Store developer earnings -- to the tune of $1.4 trillion overall in 2025. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)02:26 pmThe Apple Watch Series 11 just dropped down to its best-ever price
Macworld Apple Watch Series 11 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; }); })(); The Apple Watch Series 11 is down to $299 again, its best price yet. While Apple marks this as a $100 discount, we’ve most frequently seen the smartwatch available for $330. Still, that doesn’t change the fact that $299 remains the most affordable the Watch 11 has been. The Apple Watch 11 isn’t just a fitness band or a specialty device; instead, it’s a watch that can do it all, handling health tracking, workouts, notifications, and iPhone syncing all at once. The watch features a ton of health-related sensors, including ECG readings, signal high and low heart rates, irregular rhythm notifications, and more. And if you wear it overnight, the watch will even give you a sleep score that actually helps you understand your rest rather than just logging hours. One of the things we appreciate about the Apple Watch 11, as we pointed out in our review, is the stellar battery life. For the first time, you’ll get up to 24 hours of normal use, and a quick 15-minute recharge can add about 8 hours of use. One thing to point out is that this is the GPS model, which means that you absolutely must have your iPhone nearby at all times to receive notifications, calls, and messages. If you want to leave your phone at home and still get messages, you’ll need to get one of the GPS models, which are also on sale, but will cost you $100 more. We also appreciate the safety features. Fall detection and crash detection can automatically connect you with emergency services and alert your preferred contacts. These are great features to have, even if you hope to never have to use them. At $299, the Apple Watch Series 11 is an easy recommendation for any iPhone owner who wants a gorgeous health and fitness watch without paying full price.02:25 pmApple Arcade just got four new games, with more coming soon
Apple Arcade just added four new games to its library of over 200+ titles, and it has announced five more that will arrive in the coming month. more…02:23 pmApple Card Savings returns keep shrinking as APY falls to 3.4%
Apple Card Savings customers are earning less again as the account's annual percentage yield falls to a new low of 3.4%, extending a series of rate cuts that have reduced returns for savers.Apple Savings APY lowering againCustomer notifications show the annual percentage yield has fallen from 3.5% to 3.4%, marking the latest reduction for the savings account.Users began reporting notifications of the change on June 4, adding another entry to the growing list of rate cuts affecting Apple Card Savings. The high-yield savings account, which launched in 2023 with a 4.15% annual percentage yield, is offered through Goldman Sachs and integrated into the Wallet app.Apple Card Savings lets users deposit Daily Cash rewards directly into a savings account and manage their money through the Wallet app. Goldman Sachs operates the savings account, while Apple handles the customer experience through Wallet. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:02 pmApple published a new Press Release
Apple just published a new Press Release:Mini Football Legends, Family Feud Pocket, and seven more hits join Apple Arcade02:00 pmApple’s App Store generated a whopping $1.4 trillion in sales in 2025
Apple's App Store generated a staggering $1.4 trillion in sales and billings in 2025, according to a new study by the Analysis Group… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:00 pmWeather Channel’s Storm Radar lets you build your own forecast, now on Apple Watch
In April, The Weather Channel released a new version of its Storm Radar app, introducing a customizable AI weather presenter and much more. More recently, Storm Radar has arrived on Apple Watch. more…01:52 pmAffordable new open earbuds bring stamina, comfort — and a few problems [Review] ★★★☆☆ | Cult of MacAffordable new open earbuds bring stamina, comfort — and a few problems [Review] ★★★☆☆
Our hands-on Baseus Bowie MC2 Open-Ear Earbuds review finds good sound and value, but a few caveats with fit, call quality and the app. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:36 pmI still want an Apple Vision Air but would understand it being low priority
A report a year ago said that we could expect an Apple Vision Air product in the second half of 2027. This was expected to address both of the issues that have led to the Vision Pro being such a niche product. This week brought two reports suggesting that we may have to wait significantly longer for a Vision Air, if indeed we ever see one at all … more…01:33 pmThese photos are the best leak yet of iPhone 18 Pro colors
A new series of images claiming to be the iPhone 18 Pro chassis have been leaked, showing black, blue, and dark cherry red. We think they're genuine.Leaked image purporting to show three light-blue iPhone 18 Pro chassis - image credit: LanzkIt's always suspicious when a leaker has just a single image of a purported device, but now a series of shots have shown off most of the colors expected for the iPhone 18 Pro.On Yeux1122's blog, fellow leaker Lanzk claims to have samples of the aluminum frame for the iPhone 18 Pro. They comprise the back and sides of the phone, and appear to be stamped with "2026" plus some unclear Chinese-language markings. Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:30 pmClean up duplicate photos, videos and files on your PC for just $20
DupFiles Cleaner Pro scans for duplicate files, similar photos and clutter to help your PC reclaim storage and feel fast again. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:21 pmApple published a new Press Release
Apple just published a new Press Release:App Store ecosystem reaches $1.4 trillion as developers thrive globally01:21 pmApp Store ecosystem generated $1.4 trillion in 2025, 90% commission-free
Apple has just published a new study from economists at Analysis Group that says $1.4 trillion in developer billings and sales was generated by the App Store ecosystem in 2025. Here are the details. more…01:18 pmApple again cuts the interest rate for Apple Card Savings accounts
Earlier this year, the Apple Card Savings account earned an interest rate of 3.65%. This was cut in April to 3.5%. The rate has just been cut for a second time, and there may be more significant reductions further ahead … more…01:00 pm3 exercise tips every Apple Watch wearer should know
You'll find exercise tracking less frustrating on your Apple Watch with these tips. Closing your Stand and Workout rings should get easier. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:00 pmTSMC CEO signals unwavering AI demand surge; what it means for Apple’s chip supply and roadmap | Mac Daily NewsTSMC CEO signals unwavering AI demand surge; what it means for Apple’s chip supply and roadmap
TSMC remains the foundational partner powering Apple's most advanced silicon, from A-series chips in iPhones to M-series processors in Macs… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.12:16 pmRun Google's Gemini LLMs right on your Mac with the new AI Edge Gallery
Google has released its AI Edge Gallery app on the Mac for the first time, allowing AI fans to run its Gemini large language models (LLMs) locally, without the need for an internet connection.Google's AI Edge Gallery just launched on the MacWhile the AI Edge Gallery has been available for the iPhone for a while, the Mac has lagged behind. That changed today when Google made the AI Edge Gallery app available as a direct download from its website.Running an LLM locally has multiple benefits, not just the fact that it can work offline. There is an added privacy benefit, and a local LLM is often faster than sending requests to a cloud server and waiting for a response. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums