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- Friday February 27
- 08:00 pmTwo affordable iPhone 17 Pro accessories worth trying
While my preferred way to use an iPhone is with no case or screen protector, I’m actually enjoying both on iPhone 17 Pro and can recommend them. They’re inexpensive enough to try without committing for a year or more. more…07:46 pmM5 Max could make new MacBook Pro the fastest Mac ever
The MacBook Pro with an Apple M5 Max processor could be fastest Mac yet, with simply amazing CPU and graphics performance for a notebook. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)07:24 pm9to5Mac Overtime 061: One of those innovations that I hope Apple copies
A recap of iOS 26.4 Beta 2, the upcoming touchscreen MacBook Pro, Jeff and Fernando are impressed by the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra’s new Privacy Display feature, 1Password vs. Apple Passwords, and the subscriptions we can’t live without. 9to5Mac Overtime is a weekly video-first podcast exploring fun and interesting observations in the Apple ecosystem, featuring 9to5Mac’s Fernando Silva & Jeff Benjamin. Subscribe to Overtime via Apple Podcasts and our YouTube channel for more. more…07:15 pmTimothy Olyphant, Judy Greer upped to series regulars in Apple TV golf series ‘Stick’ in season two | Mac Daily NewsTimothy Olyphant, Judy Greer upped to series regulars in Apple TV golf series ‘Stick’ in season two
Fans of Apple TV's golf comedy series "Stick" can look forward to seeing much more of Timothy Olyphant and Judy Greer in Season 2… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:13 pmSecurity Bite: The 1Password price hike discourse is overblown
9to5Mac Security Bite is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Making Apple devices work-ready and enterprise-safe is all we do. Our unique integrated approach to management and security combines state-of-the-art Apple-specific security solutions for fully automated Hardening & Compliance, Next Generation EDR, AI-powered Zero Trust, and exclusive Privilege Management with the most powerful and modern Apple MDM on the market. The result is a totally automated Apple Unified Platform currently trusted by over 45,000 organizations to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple. After this week’s controversial decision by 1Password to raise its subscription prices by an extra dollar a month — its first price increase in a decade — the tech community has been losing its mind. Many critics on X are calling the 33% hike unjustified, frequently citing Apple’s free Passwords app as a primary reason to jump ship. While I do think Passwords is a fine option for most people, there are still many ways 1Password continues to have a leg up. more…07:08 pmHomeKit Weekly: This Matter smart bulb brings lighting control to Apple Home for under $10 | 9 to 5 MacHomeKit Weekly: This Matter smart bulb brings lighting control to Apple Home for under $10
I have been a Philips Hue user for a number of years. They are rock solid, but they aren’t cheap. Recently, one of the bulbs in my hallway finally gave up the ghost. Instead of dropping $45 on a replacement, I decided to look at what the “Matter era” has brought to the table in terms of Wi-Fi only bulbs. I found a Matter-native option that costs less than $10 per bulb. It connects directly over Wi-Fi, requires no hub outside of a HomePod/Apple TV, and works with Apple Home right out of the box. more…06:47 pmApple Wallet adds time-saving iOS 26 credit card feature, here’s how to use it
Apple’s Wallet app received a variety of great features in iOS 26, but one of my favorites is a convenient new way to manage and access credit cards. Here’s how to use it. more…06:12 pmA Sometimes-Hidden Setting Controls What Happens When You Tap a Call in the iOS 26 Phone App | Daring FireballA Sometimes-Hidden Setting Controls What Happens When You Tap a Call in the iOS 26 Phone App
Apple’s solution to this dilemma — to show the “Tap Recents to Call” in Settings if, and only if, Unified is the current view option in the Phone app — is lazy. And as a result, it’s quite confusing.06:00 pmClosed-back vs. open-back headphones: How to choose [Buying guide]
Closed-back vs open-back headphones: Ever wondered what the difference are, and why you should favor one or the other in your computer setup? (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:52 pm9to5Mac Daily: February 26, 2026 – Apple’s F1 announcements, more
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by BenQ: Check out BenQ’s smarter displays made for how Mac users actually work. Sign up for the giveaway here. more…05:38 pmApple reportedly prepping two new Studio Display models
Apple is working on two upcoming Studio Display variants, internally codenamed J427 and J527, each with distinct features and targeted… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.05:31 pmThe global RAM and SSD shortage crisis, explained
A global shortage is responsible for every electronics and computer manufacturer in the world — including Apple — paying twice as much for RAM and flash storage as it did in 2025, and 10 times more than it paid in 2020. Here's why there is little hope of that improving anytime soon.Memory is in short supply globally — Image credit: SK HynixApple has historically been able to closely control the cost of its components. Buying in huge numbers, from multiple suppliers has historically given an economy of scale that made Apple a sought-after customer for everything from display makers to storage vendors.But that dynamic has changed. A global shortage of key components like memory and storage has seen the price of both skyrocket. Apple is far from the only company impacted. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:24 pmiOS 26.4 gives Reminders’ best new feature the one thing it was missing
Apple’s Reminders app recently got my favorite new feature in a long time: ‘Urgent’ reminders. And in iOS 26.4, the feature’s getting upgraded with the one thing it was missing: a dedicated smart list. more…05:03 pm∞ The Dalrymple Report: Mac mini, touchscreen MacBook, Steve Jobs
Apple has reportedly ramped up production of the Mac mini in the U.S. The powerful Mac mini has become a favorite among many users over the years, including for use in AI in recent years. Another Mac in the news is the MacBook. Besides having a rumored touchscreen display, new MacBooks could also feature a 5G modem, allowing users to connect to the internet without having to to share a connection on their iPhone. Dave and I talk a little about Steve Jobs' birthday and the celebration that was done on the Steve Jobs Archive. Follow this podcast Show Notes: Apple accelerates U.S. manufacturing with Mac mini production Apple’s next Macs will finally check every box Steve Jobs Archive celebrates Steve’s birthday Shows and movies we're watching The Night Of, HBO Soul Power: The Legend of the American Basketball Association, Amazon The Night Manager, Amazon04:46 pmGet Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air M4 for $1,049 with this weekend deal
Apple's current 15-inch MacBook Air equipped with the M4 chip has dropped to $1,049 as Amazon competes for your business this weekend.Grab weekend deals on Apple's M4 MacBook Air.The 15-inch M4 MacBook Air features a 10-core GPU, with the standard model also equipped with 16GB of unified memory and a 256GB SSD. Amazon is discounting the standard spec to $1,049, representing a 13% markdown off MSRP.Buy 15" MacBook Air for $1,049 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:22 pmDeals: AirPods Pro 3 nearly $100 off (open-box, 1-yr. warranty), M3 iPad Air $250 off, M5 iPad Pro, more | 9 to 5 MacDeals: AirPods Pro 3 nearly $100 off (open-box, 1-yr. warranty), M3 iPad Air $250 off, M5 iPad Pro, more
It’s all about Pokémon Day 2026 over at 9to5Toys today, but our Lunch Break deals are still ready to go with some solid deals on Apple gear and accessories. Firstly, we spotted a notable chance to score AirPods Pro 3 at nearly $100 off today in “excellent” open-box condition (if you’re fast) alongside up to $200 off M5 iPad Pro configs and a chance to land a particularly deep $250 price drop on this 1TB M3 iPad Air model as stock begins to disappear at Amazon. All of that and more awaits below. more…04:14 pmStudio Display Pro rumors resurface after code references suggest a premium model
Code fragments found in the latest iOS 24.6 beta are being taken by some to mean that there will soon be two new models of the Studio Display, with one adding more ports and better speakers.Apple's current Studio Display, which has not been updated since its launch in 2022Back in 2022 when the Apple Studio Display was first launched, it was seen as very good but very expensive. The monitor has not been updated since, but from practically the moment it was launched, there have been rumors of better versions to come.Now according to Macworld, references in the code of the iOS 26 developer betas appear to be proof an update is finally coming. The references are to models with code names J427 and J527, which is a strong sign that there will be two versions of the display. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:12 pmNew iPads are launching next week, here’s what’s coming
Tim Cook has confirmed it: Apple has new hardware being unveiled next week, starting Monday morning. Among the many products rumored to launch, two are new iPads: a base iPad with A18 and an M4 iPad Air. Here’s what to expect. more…04:09 pmChatGPT approaching 1 billion weekly active users
OpenAI is well on its way to reporting 1 billion weekly active ChatGPT users. The company today claims 900 million weekly active users, a 350% increase since just 18 months ago. more…03:40 pmGodzilla and Kong battle Titan X in Monarch season 2
Godzilla, Kong and a mystery new kaiju star in “Monarch: Legacy of Monsters” season 2. Streaming now on Apple TV! (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)