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- 09:25 pmBlack Friday streaming deals slash Disney Plus, Max, Hulu, Paramount Plus, Apple TV to as low as $2.99/mo | AppleInsiderBlack Friday streaming deals slash Disney Plus, Max, Hulu, Paramount Plus, Apple TV to as low as $2.99/mo
The best Black Friday streaming deals are available now, with discounts on Disney Plus, Hulu, Max, Apple TV, and more.Get streaming services as low as $2.99 per month - Image credit: Max, Hulu, Disney Plus, Paramount PlusBlack Friday 2025 sales at popular streaming service providers are in effect now, with deals from just $2.99 per month. Here's a roundup of the offers: Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums09:22 pmApple eliminates dozens of jobs across its sales organization
Apple is cutting dozens of enterprise sales positions as part of a restructuring aimed at simplifying how it sells to businesses, schools… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.09:17 pmBlack Friday Apple Watch deals 2025 — it’s starting to heat up
Apple Watch Black Friday 2025 deals are live, featuring significant price drops on entry-level models and premium variations. The best deal so far is the newest Apple Watch Series 11, which has dropped to its lowest price to date — just $349 (regularly $399). Another great buy is the entry-level Apple Watch SE 3, on […] (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)09:02 pmThe Thunderbolt 5 MacBook dock that truly does it all – iVANKY FusionDock Max 2
I’ve tested a lot of docks over the years, from small compact on-the-go hubs that I use alongside my iPad to the full desktop-class docks that claim to be able to handle everything you throw at them. But the iVANKY FusionDock Max 2 is the first one that actually delivers on that promise. This dock has been purpose-built for Apple Silicon, bringing true Thunderbolt 5 performance with triple display support and 23 professional-grade ports, all wrapped in a sleek and unique design. more…08:57 pmDXOMARK puts the iPhone Air’s single rear camera to the test
Apple’s decision to go with a single rear camera has been one of the iPhone Air’s most divisive choices. Here’s how it performed in DXOMARK’s tests. more…08:44 pm9to5Mac Daily: November 24, 2025 – iOS 27 rumors, low-cost MacBook
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 Roborock: Save up to 50% on Roborock’s flagship vacuums during their Black Friday event — but hurry, these deals won’t last long! more…08:33 pmCarPlay in iOS 26.2: Here are two new changes coming to your car
iOS 26.2 is coming soon, with excellent new features for Reminders, Podcasts, and Apple Music. There are also a couple key CarPlay changes in iOS 26.2, here’s what’s new. more…08:25 pmApple has unexpectedly laid off a small amount of its sales force
Apple is culling a number of sales roles, with dozens of workers selling to enterprise, education, and governments losing their jobs.Apple ParkLayoffs are a fact of life in the tech world, with major companies cutting hundreds and thousands of roles at a time. While Apple doesn't tend to make major layoffs in that way, its smaller layoff instances become more prominent.Dozens of employees working in sales positions are losing their jobs, reports Bloomberg. Affected workers are based in areas selling to education and government clients, as well as to schools. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:00 pmMagSafe Monday: The best MagSafe gifts for every iPhone user this Christmas
MagSafe gear is one of my favorite gift categories because it is useful, affordable, and easy to give to anyone with an iPhone. In 2025, Qi2.2 accessories have made everything faster and easier, with better heat management and faster charging. I have tested a lot of MagSafe gear this year, and these are my favorite Christmas gift ideas to keep your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods charged and ready. more…07:58 pmApple confirms recent sales team layoffs in uncharacteristic move
Apple has confirmed that it recently cut a number of jobs within its sales division. While layoffs are common in the tech industry, Apple treats job cuts as a last resort option. more…07:57 pmOpenAI reportedly poaching Apple hardware engineers ‘left and right’
As OpenAI pushes forward with its hardware ambitions, its aggressive hiring spree is quickly becoming another retention challenge for Apple. Here’s what’s going on. more…07:57 pmHackintosh enjoying its last hurrah, now supporting macOS Tahoe
Hackintosh users are successfully running macOS 26 Tahoe on their devices, in a battle that's taking place as Intel Mac support enters its final year.Hackintosh is living on borrowed time with macOS TahoeApple declared during WWDC 2025 that macOS 26 Tahoe would be the last macOS version to include support for Intel Macs. While the end of that support obviously affects Mac users, it also impacts users of Hackintoshes.With it being the last generation of macOS to work with Intel Macs, this means that macOS Tahoe will be the last that can be made to work on non-Apple hardware. Since a Hackintosh is a computer that isn't a Mac but still runs macOS, and are chiefly x86-based, that will effectively end the ability to update to macOS 27 or later versions. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:52 pmxAI’s Grok 4.1 vs. OpenAI’s ChatGPT-5.1: Elon Musk’s Grok is the clear winner
As artificial intelligence models evolve at breakneck speed, the battle for conversational supremacy intensifies. In this head-to-head… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:16 pmAnthropic reveals new Opus 4.5 model, brings Claude Code to the Mac app
Anthropic has announced its latest AI model with Claude Opus 4.5. The company has also expanded Claude Code availability to the Claude desktop app for the first time. more…06:56 pmHBO Max, Disney+, and more: Here are the best streaming Black Friday deals
It’s the best time of year to score heavy discounts on streaming services, and Black Friday deals have now launched for HBO Max, Disney+, and more. Here are the details. more…06:41 pmNo TidBITS Issue on 1 December 2025
We’re taking the next email issue of TidBITS off to celebrate Thanksgiving, although we’ll continue to publish articles on our website. You can look forward to the next email issue on 8 December 2025.06:38 pmChatGPT adds AI shopping assistant to find the right products faster
Shopping research is already a popular use of AI. Now ChatGPT is adding a new tool that makes finding the right products even easier. more…06:16 pmGive your Mac a makeover with custom icons
Unique Mac icons are a great way to customize your machine. Learn how to change Mac icons for folders, apps, disks, files and more. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)06:01 pmApple TV to release ‘Pluribus’ S1E5 early this week
Apple has announced that the fifth episode of "Pluribus" will premiere ahead of schedule this week, landing on Wednesday instead… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.05:44 pmBest VPNs deals: Cheapest VPN for Mac, iPhone or iPad
Macworld If you want to unblock regional content on streaming services like Netflix, iPlayer, and Prime, or access websites that aren’t available in your region, or without ID, a VPN is an essential tool. A good VPN will work with all your Apple devices, including a Mac, iPad, iPhone, and even an Apple TV in some cases. VPN services can also give you online privacy as well as letting you securely connect to open Wi-Fi networks in cafes, hotels, airports and other places. It’s something well worth packing when you go on vacation. VPNs tend to have complex pricing structures, with long-term contract pricing and offers that seem to offer huge discounts, making identifying a good deal more complex than it is with other types of software. We have tested the Best Mac VPNs and Best VPN for iPhone and iPad and we use them daily, so we know which ones offer the best features and we know which ones offer the best value for money. With Black Friday coming on November 28, we are expecting to see some better that usual deals on VPNs, and we will keep this article updated with the best ones we see. PROMOTIONBlack Friday VPN Deal: Lifetime Plan for Just $30 (93% off!) For a limited time, users can unlock complete online protection with the FastestVPN Lifetime Plan and get a Family Password Manager absolutely free. The bonus? It costs just $30 (save 93%). Use Code BFCM25 at checkout. Get FastestVPN Here In this article, we will help you find the cheapest VPN to suit your needs. Every month we assess the best VPN for Mac deals so we can keep an eye out for the best discounts on offer right now and let you know the latest prices and best deals so you can find the VPN that suites you at the best price. Before we share the best VPN deals you may be hoping that you can get a VPN for free… Best free VPN There are a few free VPNs on offer but our advice is usually to be very cautious about them. Companies that give stuff away will be making money somehow, and you can’t be sure they aren’t selling your data. One decent VPN that does offer a free tier is Proton VPN (read our review). You can use Proton VPN for nothing, as long as you’re happy with U.S., Japan, and Netherlands as your server locations. It’s also limiting in that you can only connect a single device, and speeds are slower than the paid plans, but the free version is available on all platforms and if you like it you can always subscribe to get the whole package which will unblock a host of features, including an ad and tracker blocker and improved speed of up to 10 Gbit, as well as an expanded 10-device limit. There’s Port Forwarding for downloads and gaming, too, as well as a Kill Switch for disconnecting should the VPN drop out. Get Proton VPN free Best VPN deals and cheap VPNs VPN providers tend to offer year-round discounts, however with most deals you will be locked into a monthly fee for a couple of years, so we recommend setting a reminder in your calendar to cancel and look for a new deal to replace the one you had at the end of the contract period. Deals change all the time. The deals below save a significant amount compared to paying for each of these services on a rolling monthly subscription. We some great VPN deals for shoppers in the U.S., U.K., Canada and Australia below. One deal to take a look at is FastestVPN’s Lifetime plan – which with 93% off is an absolute bargain as you pay once and have access to the VPN for life. It’s a one-off $40 (approx £33). The company says that the full price would be $600. Read How to use a VPN on a Mac for more information, and if you still aren’t sure why you need a VPN read: Should I use a VPN on my Mac/iPhone? 1. NordVPN Pros Incredibly easy to use Plenty of server options Price When Reviewed: Basic plan from $2.99 a month for two years. Usually $12.99 a month 2-Year Plan $2.99 a month1-Year Plan$4.59 a monthMonthly Plan$12.99 a month NordVPN is a fully featured VPN option that’s secure, easy to use, and unbelievably fast compared to its competitors. Read our full NordVPN review 2. Surfshark Pros Simple to use No device limits Price When Reviewed: Starter plan from $1.99 a month for two years + 3 free months. Usually $15.45 a month. Starter 2-Year Plan (+ 3 free months)$1.99 a monthStarter 1-Year Plan (+ 3 free months)$3.19 a monthStarter Monthly Plan$15.45 a month Surfshark is a great VPN option that’s as easy to use as the best of them, while maintaining security across an unlimited number of devices – something we don’t see often. Read our full Surfshark review 3. Private Internet Access Pros Lots of power features Privacy-minded Great value Price When Reviewed: From $2.03 a month for two years + 4 free months. Usually $11.99 a month. Unlimited devices. 2-Year Plan (+4 free months)$2.03 a month6-Month Plan$7.50 a monthMonthly plan$11.99 a month Private Internet Access (PIA) offers a robust feature set that makes it one of the more impressive VPNs out there. Read our full Private Internet Access review 4. CyberGhost Pros Simple to use Decent speeds Plenty of servers Price When Reviewed: $2.03 a month for two years + 4 free months. Usually $12.99 a month. 2-Year Plan (+ 4 free months)$2.03 a month6-Month Plan$6.99 a monthMonthly Plan$12.99 a month CyberGhost takes a lot of the complexity out of VPN usage, for better and for worse. On the one hand, some users may want more power-user features. It’s fully refundable for 45 days, according to the company. Read our full CyberGhost review 5. hide.me VPN Pros Dedicated streaming servers Impressive free tier Cons Slightly clunky UI Price When Reviewed: From $3.84 per month for two years (+2 months extra) 2-Year Plan (+ 2 free months)$3.84 a month1-Year Plan$6.67 a monthMonthly plan$9.95 a month Hide.me is a solid VPN with a great free tier, but the UI isn’t particularly intuitive. Read our full hide.me VPN review 6. ProtonVPN Pros Simple to use Free plan Great speed Price When Reviewed: Proton Free; VPN Plus from $2.99 a month for two years. Usually $9.99 a month. 2-Year Plan$2.99 a month1-Year Plan$2.99 a monthProton VPN FreeFree account, 1 device Proton VPN’s free tier, ease of use, and impressive speeds put it right near the top of our VPN recommendations. There is a free tier of Proton VPN, but if you want a bit more flexibility and a few more features prices start at $4.49/€4.49 a month for two years. The Swiss-based company doesn’t seem to like pounds, so it’s dollars or euros, unfortunately. Read our full ProtonVPN review How to find the best VPN deal VPN subscriptions typically work out cheaper if you commit for a year or longer, which saves a lot of money. Prices rarely exceed $6/£6 per month with multi-year subscriptions and are often closer to $2/£2… or even less. Many major VPN providers offer discounts through the year, and sometimes even offer permanent discounts. These discounts can look impressive at first. It’s not uncommon to see a countdown timer telling you when the deal ends – but these are almost always to induce FOMO – the fear of missing out – in order to persuade you to sign up immediately. Large discounts are par for the course with VPN services, especially when you’re subscribing for several years. This makes it all the more important to look into the various providers and what each has to offer, before jumping into a long-term commitment. All VPNs we’ve tested offer cross-device coverage too, so you can use them on your Mac, iPhone, iPad and more. For our recommendations of Mac Antivirus Software that we have tested see: Best Antivirus for Mac Top Security Software Compared.