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- 03:48 pmiOS 26.4 adds three new ways to customize your iPhone
iOS 26.4 is launching soon and bringing a lot of new features, including three new ways to customize your iPhone. Here’s what’s new. more…03:44 pmOlder iPhones and iPads Receive Critical Security Updates for Coruna Exploits
Apple has released critical security updates for older iPhones and iPads to address the Coruna exploit kit, a sophisticated collection of exploits. If you’re still using an older device stuck at iOS/iPadOS 15 or 16, update immediately.03:39 pmDeals: MacBook Neo $569, MacBook Air up to $320 off, Apple Studio Display XDR $100 off, Ocean Band, more | 9 to 5 MacDeals: MacBook Neo $569, MacBook Air up to $320 off, Apple Studio Display XDR $100 off, Ocean Band, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by the MacBook launch week deals – up to $320 off Air, $200 off M5 Pro models, and more, but we have also spotted a chance to save some cash on the already affordable MacBook Neo from $569 as well. Amazon is now offering $100 off new 2026 Apple Studio Display XDR, we have this 1TB M3 iPad Air at a giant $350 off, and we also have a new Amazon all-time low on Neon Green Apple Watch Ultra Ocean Band. Head below for a closer look at everything. more…03:22 pmiOS 26’s Passwords app has a new feature that can save you a headache
Apple’s Passwords app has become my full-time password manager thanks to several iOS 26 changes. And there’s one welcome new feature I recently discovered that can prevent the headache of a forgotten password loop. more…03:15 pmFoldable iPhone chatter starts again with new Samsung display rumor
Samsung Display could soon begin producing screens for Apple's long-rumored foldable iPhone, with a new leak pointing to a manufacturing ramp beginning in mid-2026.Render of a folding iPhoneThe timeline posted on Weibo by Instant Digital matches earlier analyst estimates and fits Apple's usual production window for a fall iPhone launch. A May panel ramp would align with Apple's typical iPhone production schedule.Apple usually increases manufacturing during the summer ahead of its fall iPhone launch window. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:01 pmViewership for Apple TV’s first Formula 1 race was up vs. last year’s broadcast on ESPN | Mac Daily NewsViewership for Apple TV’s first Formula 1 race was up vs. last year’s broadcast on ESPN
The 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship began last weekend on Apple TV. As the new exclusive U.S. home of Formula 1, Apple TV… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:54 pm∞ The Dalrymple Report: MacBook Neo
Is the MacBook Neo really that good? After a week of thinking and reading about the Neo, Dave and I give our thoughts on Apple's newest product. We look at all of the reviews and the use cases for the Neo and compare it to how we use our current systems. Follow this podcast Brought to you by: CleanMyMac: Get Tidy Today! Try 7 days free and use my code DALRYMPLE for 20% off at clnmy.com/DALRYMPLE Show Notes: 50 Years of Thinking Different Rising laptop prices likely to further boost MacBook Neo sales Asus Co-CEO: MacBook Neo Is a 'Shock' to the PC Industry Gruber’s MacBook Neo review MacBook Neo teardown MacBook Neo’s two USB C ports Apple reveals MacBook Neo battery cycle limit Find your Mac’s cycle count limit The MacBook Neo doesn’t officially support fast charging, but a beefier charger helps John Ternus interview on Apple MacBook Neo Shows and movies we're watching Tehran, Apple TV Survivor, Paramount + Scrubs, Hulu, same cast, just older02:48 pmApple TV’s star-packed new comedy sounds like a winner, per reviews
Margo’s Got Money Troubles is one of Apple TV’s most anticipated premieres this spring, and the first reviews are extremely positive. more…02:41 pmDon’t stop now — bring on a $399 Mac Neo
A very affordable Mac Neo desktop would bring macOS to millions more people. Along with the MacBook Neo, it could change the game for Apple. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)02:21 pmChatGPT and Claude are evolving from chatbots into interactive learning tools
This week, both Anthropic’s Claude and OpenAI’s ChatGPT were updated to embrace learning through interactive visualizations. Both moves show how AI is evolving from the initial chatbot phase to something more mature and helpful. more…02:00 pmTHR reviews ‘Margo’s Got Money Troubles’: Elle Fanning and Michelle Pfeiffer sparkle in Apple TV’s endearingly offbeat family dramedy | Mac Daily NewsTHR reviews ‘Margo’s Got Money Troubles’: Elle Fanning and Michelle Pfeiffer sparkle in Apple TV’s endearingly offbeat family dramedy
“Margo’s Got Money Troubles,” stars and is executive produced by Academy Award, Emmy Award and Golden Globe Award nominee… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.01:38 pmToday in Apple history: CNN predicts doom for Apple
On March 13, 1997, CNN predicted doom for Apple, saying "the coffin door is closing." It's one of many "Apple doomed" predictions. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:36 pmiPhone Fold’s crease-free display is about to hit major milestone, per leaker
The iPhone Fold is six months away from launching, and according to a new leak, its crease-free display will soon hit a major milestone: entering mass production. more…01:32 pmDavid Pogue reveals why Tim Cook wouldn't be interviewed for his book
As part of promoting his new book, "Apple: The First 50 Years," author David Pogue spoke to the AppleInsider Podcast about writing it and just what Apple itself would and would not do to help.David Pogue — image credit: Jesse DitmarDavid Pogue joined William Gallagher for an in-depth discussion of "Apple: The First 50 Years" — now available on Amazon, how it was written — and why. Hear the interview on the latest AppleInsider Podcast, or read this lightly edited transcript.David Pogue: Guess what? You are the very first person, the very first person not involved with the book to read it and tell me what you think. So that that means the world. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:11 pmApple lowers App Store commission fees after CCP pressure
Apple announced on Thursday that it will reduce the commission fees it collects from the App Store in mainland China, following discussions… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.01:00 pmTop 15 setups where MacBook Pro runs the show
We scoured the archives for the top 15 MacBook Pro setups, with an emphasis on striking aesthetics, clever engineering and smart gear choices. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)12:46 pmMacBook Neo, iPhone 17e and special guest David Pogue on the AppleInsider Podcast
David Pogue, author of "Apple: The First 50 Years" is our special guest talking about what did and did not make it into the book, plus there are rumors of the HomeHub and real-world news of the MacBook Neo and iPhone 17e, all on the AppleInsider Podcast.David Pogue talks about his new history of Apple bookPogue is everywhere this week, talking about his 600-page history of Apple, but now you can hear the very first interview he gave about it. Listen to the stories behind the book, but also hear just how keen he was to find out what AppleInsider thought of it.It's a wide-ranging interview, but of course the book is not the only thing happening this week. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums11:24 amLexar TouchLock Portable SSD review: Secure NFC storage for iPhone, Mac & more
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Strong security for your files NFC on iPhone is easy to use Compact, lightweight design Cons No IP rating Modest performance Our Verdict There are faster – and more rugged – drives available for professional users. However, the TouchLock’s clever NFC features provide good security for your important files, along with admirable ease of use, and compatibility with a wide range of computers and mobile devices. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When Reviewed512GB $99.99 | 1TB: $159.99 Best Prices Today: Lexar TouchLock Portable SSD Retailer Price $99.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Best for iPhone users who want simple secure storage Mobile photo/video backups Travel storage Not ideal for High-speed editing workflows Rugged outdoor use Thunderbolt/USB4 performance needs Lexar makes a number of portable storage devices that focus on smartphones and mobile devices rather than just Macs and PCs. The latest addition to its range is the TouchLock Portable SSD. At first glance, the TouchLock looks like a fairly conventional solid-state drive, and its USB-C interface allows it to work with Macs and PCs as well as mobile devices. However, it also includes several additional features that provide extra security, along with MagSafe compatibility for iPhone users. This drive is primarily aimed at iPhone owners who want simple NFC-based security and convenient MagSafe mounting rather than maximum transfer speeds. There are currently two versions of the TouchLock available. The 512GB model costs $99.99/£69.99, while the 1TB version that we tested costs $159.99/£119.99. Lexar has also indicated that it plans to release a 2TB model, although it wasn’t available at the time of writing. A USB-C interface provides compatibility with most recent computers and mobile devices. Lexar The TouchLock is neatly designed, with a sleek silver case that measures just 7mm thick, 53mm wide and 85mm high, and weighs only 40g. It’s easy to slip into a pocket or bag when travelling, and Lexar says the drive can withstand drops from up to two metres. However, the company doesn’t provide an IP rating for water or dust resistance, so users who need a more rugged drive for outdoor use may want to consider alternatives such as LaCie’s Rugged SSD range. The compact design also makes it small enough to attach directly to an iPhone when backing up photos or video files. The back panel of the TouchLock includes a MagSafe-compatible magnetic ring that holds it in place (and it also worked with the MagSafe sleeve I use to protect my iPhone). The drive has a standard USB-C interface, and Lexar includes a USB-C cable with a USB-A adaptor in the box so it can connect to recent Apple devices, as well as Windows PCs and Android devices with USB-C. Admittedly, it’s not the fastest portable SSD available. The TouchLock supports USB 3.2 (Gen 1), with Lexar quoting read and write speeds of 450MB/s and 420MB/s respectively. Those figures are modest compared with some newer USB4 and Thunderbolt 5 drives, but Lexar says the TouchLock can still handle direct recording of Apple ProRes video at 4K resolution and 60 frames per second (though not at 120fps). In our tests, the drive didn’t quite reach the quoted speeds, generally delivering around 350MB/s for both read and write performance. Even so, that should be more than adequate for routine Time Machine backups on a Mac, as well as backing up photos, videos and other files from an iPhone or iPad. How iPhone NFC locking works The standout feature of the TouchLock is its ability to use NFC (Near Field Communication) on your iPhone to lock and unlock the drive. When you first plug the TouchLock into a Mac, PC or other device, it doesn’t immediately appear on the desktop like a conventional USB drive. Instead, you must first set up its security features using the Lexar app on an iPhone or Android phone. The process is straightforward. Plug the TouchLock into any Mac or other device that can power it via USB-C, then launch the Lexar app on your phone. The first time you use the drive, the app prompts you to create a security code. After that, it uses your phone’s NFC capability to unlock the drive so you can access your files and use it like a normal external drive. (The iPhone has included NFC since the iPhone 6, although NFC isn’t currently available on Macs or iPads.) The TouchLock is locked to protect your files, and can only be unlocked by using NFC on your personal iPhone. Lexar How you unlock the TouchLock with an iPhone The NFC chip in an iPhone is typically located near the camera on the back of the device. To unlock the TouchLock, simply hold that area of the phone against the NFC pad on the front of the drive, which is marked with a small padlock icon. The Lexar app then communicates with the drive via NFC and unlocks it so you can access your files. As a helpful touch, the app uses haptic feedback to make the iPhone vibrate when the drive has been successfully unlocked. When the TouchLock is unplugged from a Mac or other device, it automatically locks again and can only be unlocked using the Lexar app on your personal iPhone. The files stored on the drive are also protected with 128-bit encryption, preventing others from accessing them with the Lexar app on their own phone. Should You Buy The Lexar TouchLock Portable SSD? It may not be the fastest solid-state drive available, but the TouchLock Portable SSD offers strong security for important files and data. It works with a wide range of computers and mobile devices, and its NFC-based unlocking system is easier to use than many password-protected drives we’ve tested. Combined with its compact design and MagSafe compatibility, it’s an affordable and convenient option for keeping important files secure while travelling.11:15 am13-inch MacBook Air (M5) review: Fast and steady wins the race
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Fantastic performance for this laptop class Double the storage capacity and performance All-day battery life and then some Cons Still no HDR or variable refresh rate Not much has changed in four years Our Verdict The more things change, the more the MacBook Air stays the same. It may not be much different from the model from last year or from 2022, but this is still a winning formula that works just right for most users. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When ReviewedFrom $1,099 Best Prices Today: Apple 13-inch MacBook Air (M5, 2026) Retailer Price $1099 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket If you’ve used a MacBook Air in the last four years, you know exactly what to expect of the new M5-equipped model. Apple’s most popular laptop has changed very little. It’s really all about the M5 chip, which delivers impressive year-on-year performance improvements. However, the MacBook Air is no longer the entry-level option. With the launch of the $599 Neo, the MacBook Air, which now starts at $1,099, is firmly in the mid-range of Apple’s laptop lineup. That doesn’t necessarily mean the Air is targeting a different audience, but its positioning puts it in a different light. Unfortunately, you won’t find anything surprising or especially noteworthy about the new M5 version of the MacBook Air. It continues to be a stable workhorse in Apple’s lineup, and a great laptop for most, but it’s hard to get excited about somewhat longer benchmark bars on a benchmark chart year after year. M5 MacBook Air: Design, display, and specs Apple has changed precious little about the MacBook Air since the M2 model was introduced four years ago. With the M4 model last year, it swapped out the Space Gray color option for Sky Blue and added the newer 12MP Center Stage camera with Desk View, updated the USB-C ports to Thunderbolt 4, and improved the Wi-Fi support to Wi-FI 6E. A pair of Thunderbolt 4 ports and MagSafe charging. Just like last year.Foundry This year, Apple updated the wireless chip to its own N1 (with Wi-Fi 7 support and Bluetooth 6) and doubled the starting storage to 512GB (while raising the price by $100). The SSD is a lot faster, too. A minor detail: The keyboard now has glyphs on the Tab, Caps Lock, Return, and Shift keys instead of words like the rest of Apple’s MacBook lineup. Unfortunately, it has the same four colors, which seem even more subdued next to the MacBook Neo. These keys used to have words instead of glyphs. Other than that, the keyboard is unchanged.Foundry MacBook Air pricing has bounced back and forth for years. The M1 model started at $999. That shot up to $1,199 with the M2 model, which was then reduced to $1,099 when the 15-inch model arrived. The M4 model cut the price again to $999, and now we’re back to $1,099 for the 13-inch model or $1,299 for the 15-inch model. That entry-level model gets you the reduced-spec M5 with 10 CPU cores and 8 GPU cores. Our review unit has the full M5 with 10 CPU and 10 GPU cores, 16GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD, bringing the price to $1,299. In the U.S., Apple now includes the new 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max with the MacBook Air rather than the 30W USB-C Power Adapter (13-inch base model only) or the 35W Dual USB-C Port Power Adapter. M5 MacBook Air: Performance We already viewed the M5-based MacBook Pro, and as expected, the performance of the M5 in the MacBook Air is very similar. As is always the case, the MacBook Pro will run certain tasks a bit faster since it has active cooling for sustained peak performance, while the MacBook Air delivers quiet performance with no fan at all. This causes the processor to slow down when things get too hot, lowering performance. Geekbench 6 CPU11:12 amApple at 50: Mike Markkula, Apple's second CEO was as important as Steve Jobs
Neither of Apple's first two CEOs are particularly remembered next to the likes of Steve Jobs, John Sculley, or Tim Cook, yet Mike Markkula, Apple's second CEO, certainly should be.Mike Markkula (right) with Steve Jobs in the 1970s — image credit: allaboutstevejobsMichael Scott was the first CEO of Apple, but he was hired by Mike Markkula. And then if not exactly fired, he was at least pointed toward the door by Markkula.Without Markkula, there would quite possibly never have been an Apple. And there certainly wouldn't be one that stood the test of time. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums