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- 04:11 pmTrump's 'reciprocal' tariffs that cost Apple $2 billion shot down by Supreme Court
Ten months after Trump imposed sweeping tariffs that hurt US businesses and consumers, and hit Apple to the tune of $2 billion, the Supreme Court has ruled that it was done illegally. Refunds will be messy.Trump launching his tariffs in April 2205Trump was always expected to introduce tariffs, but the extent of his April 2025 "Liberation Day" ones caught the world by surprise. The claimed mathematics behind the original rates was ridiculed, and then Trump further raised them to ostensibly punish countries, or even individuals like Tim Cook.The Supreme Court has ruled 6 to 3 that imposing the tariffs without Congress's involvement was illegal. Chief Justice John Roberts wrote the ruling, which denied Trump's claim that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) gave him the authority to act unilaterally. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:59 pmHow iPhone satellite SOS helped save skiers in deadly avalanche
An iPhone with Emergency SOS via satellite proved crucial to survivors of a California avalanche, helping coordinate their rescue. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)03:47 pmSCOTUS strikes down IEEPA tariffs; President Trump expected to pivot to proven trade laws like 232 and 301 | Mac Daily NewsSCOTUS strikes down IEEPA tariffs; President Trump expected to pivot to proven trade laws like 232 and 301
On February 20, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that President Trump exceeded his authority by using the International… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.03:45 pmApple’s redesigned MacBook Air almost came in fun colors, per leaker
Apple last redesigned the MacBook Air with the M2 model, and per a supply chain leaker, the new Air almost came in the sort of fun colors that are expected for the forthcoming ‘MacBook.’ more…03:27 pmApple’s major Netflix-style content acquisition is a long-term winner for Apple TV
When it comes to streaming video, Netflix pioneered the winning playbook for a dominant streaming business—and its rivals have been… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.03:15 pmCarPlay just got a big upgrade, and iOS 26.4 delivers even more
The last year has been an exciting one for CarPlay, with CarPlay Ultra launching and iOS 26 bringing some of the biggest CarPlay changes in years. Now iOS 26.4 is set to continue this positive trend, showing that CarPlay’s best days may be ahead. more…02:45 pmToday in Apple history: iPod mini is ‘world’s smallest music player’
On February 20, 2004, Apple launched the iPod mini. The small, aluminum music player will go on to become the most popular iPod model yet. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)02:44 pm∞ The Dalrymple Report: Apple Event, MacBook, AI Wearables
There have been rumors of Apple announcing some new products in the first part of 2026 and it looks like the time has come. The company announced an event for March 4 to unveil some updated products. One of the products Apple is rumored to be released this year is a low-cost MacBook and according to Mark Gurman they will come in a variety of "fun colors." We all know that Apple is working on its AI software, but they are also working on three AI wearable products. Follow this podcast Brought to you by: Squarespace: Check out squarespace.com/DALRYMPLE for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use OFFER CODE: DALRYMPLE to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Show Notes: Apple announces special event March 4th in NYC Apple Event on March 4: Here's What to Expect Gurman: Apple’s upcoming low-cost MacBook will come in ‘fun colors,’ launch next month Future MacBooks May Hide Your Screen From Strangers Apple Working on Three AI Wearables: Smart Glasses, AI Pin, and AirPods With Cameras Apple releases first iOS/macOS/iPadOS 26.4 beta macOS 26.4 will notify users of Rosetta 2 discontinuation Shows and movies we're watching Steal, Amazon Prime Wonder man, Disney+ Drops of God, Apple TV02:34 pmVidBITS: A Hookmark Walkthrough with Luc Beaudoin
Hookmark brings hyperlinking to your Mac, letting you connect files, emails, PDFs, and more. In this hour-long video demo, CogSciApps founder Luc Beaudoin shows how to copy links, create bidirectional hooks, and navigate your workspace efficiently.02:34 pmLittleBITS: Rebooting Our VidBITS Column
We’re reviving VidBITS with a new format—informal video conversations where developers demo their apps while Adam Engst asks the questions TidBITS readers would want answered. Here’s what to expect.02:30 pmThis 7-course generative AI learning bundle costs just $30
The 2026 Complete Generative AI Mastery Bundle costs just $29.99. The generative AI courses will take you beyond surface-level ChatGPT use. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)02:17 pmApple's new MacBook colors nearly debuted in 2022 MacBook Air
The colors that the upcoming budget MacBook will be sold in were reportedly first considered for the 2022 MacBook Air before Apple chose Silver, Starlight, and Space Gray.Apple's M2 MacBook Air nearly had some colorful optionsRumors currently have the low-cost MacBook shipping in blue, green, and yellow. Now, in a post on the Weibo Chinese social network, leaker Instant Digital says this isn't the first time these colors have been in the works.The post didn't elaborate on why Apple decided against using the more colorful hues for the M2 MacBook Air. But they did add that Apple's new color range "looks fresh." Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:14 pm9to5Mac Overtime 060: The perfect testbed for cellular Macs
Episode 060: First impressions of iOS 26.4 beta 1, a preview of Apple’s upcoming March 4th event, and why the upcoming low-cost MacBook is by far its most interesting new product on the horizon. 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…02:10 pmAmerica’s economy expanded 2.2% in 2025; signs point to acceleration this year
The U.S. economy demonstrated remarkable resilience in the fourth quarter of 2025, expanding at a 1.4% annual pace despite the significant… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:10 pmAn affordable MacBook? Here’s what the rumors say.
Explore the exciting rumors surrounding the upcoming budget MacBook and its potential pricing, colors and specs. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:58 pmSecurity Bite: The two biggest security upgrades in iOS 26.4 explained
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. Earlier this week, Apple surprised users with the first iOS 26.4 beta for the iPhone. Many were disappointed (including me) when the update didn’t include the much-anticipated improvements to the estranged Siri assistant. However, this was nowhere near a featureless update. iOS 26.4 beta 1 introduced at least forty new features and changes, including notable upgrades to RCS and Stolen Device Protection. more…01:57 pmDwindling M1 Air stock points to imminent release of a budget MacBook
Macworld Apple’s long-rumored cheap MacBook appears to have come a step closer to launch, with the discovery that Walmart has stopped selling new units of the low-cost M1 MacBook Air. As first reported by PC Mag, searching for the late-2020 machine on the U.S. site with the “new” filter checked brings up three buying options: the 256GB in Space Gray or gold, and a listing for the 512GB model, which hasn’t been available since 2024. All three now show as out of stock for shipping, and the reporter was able to find just one store in his local area with units for pickup. I had a similar experience. I’m out of luck, and they’re out of stock.David Price / Foundry (As a side note, I’ve been unable to find new units of the M1 Air in any other stores close to me, including Amazon. If you check the price-comparison table below, you’ll see if there are any in your location. If the table isn’t showing up at all, that means you’re out of luck, too.) Retailer Price Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket It isn’t clear how long Walmart has been short of stock for this machine, but we know it was on sale for the bargain price of $549 as recently as mid-December. As it’s unlikely that Walmart just happened to run out of stock after two years, it seems Apple and Walmart have decided to wind down sales. While the decision could be related to cost-cutting measures due to memory prices ballooning, this timing adds credence to the rumors of a cheap MacBook expected within the next two weeks. Apple recently announced global “experiences” on March 4, and it’s widely rumored that it will announce a series of new entries in its iPhone, iPad, and MacBook lines in the days leading up to that. Rumors about the new MacBook claim it will use an A18 Pro iPhone chip and cost around $699, both reasons to stop selling these M1 models. Whatever the truth, we should find out soon. You can keep up with all the latest news and rumors with our regularly updated budget MacBook superguide.01:08 pmmacOS 26.3 references two new Studio Display models, per report
New references uncovered in macOS 26.3 reveal multiple new Apple hardware products coming soon. Ahead of Apple’s March 4 special “experience,” there are new references to two new Studio Display models as well as the oft-rumored low-cost MacBook powered by the A18 Pro chip. more…12:58 pmApple has its problems, but still the only real choice for privacy
Apple didn't start out as the privacy company, but in the more than 12 years since iPhone 5s, it is the only company trying to offer privacy by default. Today, that's more necessary than ever.Apple's promise of privacy and security can't be ignored in today's political climateYou would think that after years of success with "Privacy, that's iPhone," other smartphone and computer manufacturers would catch on. Nope.No matter how much consumers vote with their wallets, everyone that isn't Apple aims for the idea of revenue through data collection. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:42 pmTwo new Apple Studio Displays could gatecrash March MacBook announcements
References to two new Apple Studio Display models have been found in macOS 26.3 code, stacking up more potential product announcements before the May 4 Apple "Experience."Apple could be set to announce not one, but two new displays.Apple has confirmed that it will hold a special event on March 4, with rumors suggesting it could follow a week of announcements. A low-cost MacBook is expected to be the star of the show.Now, references to codenames J427 and J527 have been found in the macOS 26.3 update. Those codenames match a report from September 2025 that pegged both products as being Apple Studio Displays. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums