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Apple’s iPad still dominates the global table market though sales are way down annually

The global tablet market fell 23% year-over-year (YoY) to 32 million units in quarter three (Q3) of 2026, marking its lowest shipment level in nearly three years, according to Omdia’s latest research. Apple still dominates the worldwide tablet market, though...

The endless hopper game, Crossy Road+, is now available on Apple Arcade

Crossy Road+ is now available on Apple Arcade for the Mac, iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV set-top box. Here’s how it’s described: It’s the 8-bit endless arcade hopper that started it all. Collect custom characters and navigate freeways, railroads, rivers and much more....

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Analyst predicts features of the iPhone 17, iPhone 18, and iPhone 19

Talk about a powerful crystal ball! In a new Medium post, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo offers his predictions for the iPhone 17, iPhone 18, and iPhone 19 that will likely arrive in 2025, 2026, and 2027. He says the high-end iPhone 17 model is expected to feature an upgraded...

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56 minutes ago
PROLED touchscreen MacBook Pro review roundup: fantastic screen, touch is secondary | AppleInsider
PROLED touchscreen MacBook Pro review roundup: fantastic screen, touch is secondary
The first reviews of the new MacBook Pro PROLED with touch display are out. All of them rave about the screen, just about all of wince at the price, and most shrug about touch.Get used to cleaning smudges on the new MacBook Pro's display - Image Credit: AppleApple says these are the best MacBooks it's ever made, but it always says that. It says these have touch screens, and it's always rejected saying that.Now that the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR models are in reviewers' hands, there is much talk of how Steve Jobs hated touch screens. Some like iJustine say he had a point, but all say what John Ternus has about this being the right time to add touch. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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58 minutes ago
Apple seeks about $7 billion in high-grade debt sale | Mac Daily News
Apple seeks about $7 billion in high-grade debt sale
Apple is planning to raise about $7 billion through its first investment-grade bond offering in more than a year, adding to… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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iPhone Duo durability tested on unfolding livestream, now over 260,000 folds | 9 to 5 Mac
iPhone Duo durability tested on unfolding livestream, now over 260,000 folds
CNET built a ‘Fold-a-Phone’ machine that’s been constantly folding and unfolding iPhone Duo for over a week to test durability, while livestreaming daily. Here’s how it’s going. more…
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Apple Creator Studio gets powerful new AI features using OpenAI models [U: Now available] | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple Creator Studio gets powerful new AI features using OpenAI models [U: Now available]
Apple Creator Studio updates were announced late last month, with what the company describes as “powerful new AI features” using a combination of Apple Intelligence and OpenAI models. At the time, Apple didn’t give a specific availability date beyond sometime in November, but the updates are rolling out today … more…
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1 hour ago
WhatsApp adds shareable event invites and a new Events hub | 9 to 5 Mac
WhatsApp adds shareable event invites and a new Events hub
WhatsApp is rolling out an update to Events just in time for holiday get-togethers. Guests can open an invite link, see the event details, and RSVP without creating a WhatsApp account or downloading the app. more…
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1 hour ago
Instagram launches Edits for Mac with multi-track video editing and 4K exports | 9 to 5 Mac
Instagram launches Edits for Mac with multi-track video editing and 4K exports
Instagram users can now download a Mac version of Edits, the company’s free video editing app, with multi-track editing, advanced color grading tools, direct publishing to Instagram, and 4K exports. Here are the details. more…
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1 hour ago
New retention messages let apps plead when users cancel subscriptions | Cult of Mac
New retention messages let apps plead when users cancel subscriptions
New App Store retention messages give developers one last shot to change customers' minds when they go to cancel a subscription. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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Early Black Friday iPad deals deliver prices as low as $399 | AppleInsider
Early Black Friday iPad deals deliver prices as low as $399
Early Black Friday sales on iPads are in effect now, with deals from $399 and discounts of up to $200.Grab early Black Friday deals on iPads.Avoid the holiday rush and grab an iPad now, as Amazon drops prices across Apple's iPad line. Deals as low as $399 are in effect today, with a breakdown of the offers available in our iPad Price Guide.Buy iPad 11 for $399.99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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Early Black Friday iPad deals deliver prices as low as $399 | AppleInsider
Early Black Friday iPad deals deliver prices as low as $399
Early Black Friday sales on iPads are in effect now, with deals from $399 and discounts of up to $200.Grab early Black Friday deals on iPads.Avoid the holiday rush and grab an iPad now, as Amazon drops prices across Apple's iPad line. Deals as low as $399 are in effect today, with a breakdown of the offers available in our iPad Price Guide.Buy iPad 11 for $399.99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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Early Black Friday iPad deals deliver prices as low as $399 | AppleInsider
Early Black Friday iPad deals deliver prices as low as $399
Early Black Friday sales on iPads are in effect now, with deals from $399 and discounts of up to $200.Grab early Black Friday deals on iPads.Avoid the holiday rush and grab an iPad now, as Amazon drops prices across Apple's iPad line. Deals as low as $399 are in effect today, with a breakdown of the offers available in our iPad Price Guide.Buy iPad 11 for $399.99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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1 hour ago
Early Black Friday iPad deals deliver prices as low as $399 | AppleInsider
Early Black Friday iPad deals deliver prices as low as $399
Early Black Friday sales on iPads are in effect now, with deals from $399 and discounts of up to $200.Grab early Black Friday deals on iPads.Avoid the holiday rush and grab an iPad now, as Amazon drops prices across Apple's iPad line. Deals as low as $399 are in effect today, with a breakdown of the offers available in our iPad Price Guide.Buy iPad 11 for $399.99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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1 hour ago
Early Black Friday iPad deals deliver prices as low as $399 | AppleInsider
Early Black Friday iPad deals deliver prices as low as $399
Early Black Friday sales on iPads are in effect now, with deals from $399 and discounts of up to $200.Grab early Black Friday deals on iPads.Avoid the holiday rush and grab an iPad now, as Amazon drops prices across Apple's iPad line. Deals as low as $399 are in effect today, with a breakdown of the offers available in our iPad Price Guide.Buy iPad 11 for $399.99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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02:15 pm
Apple expects MacBook Neo unit sales to double to 16 million in 2027 | Mac Daily News
Apple expects MacBook Neo unit sales to double to 16 million in 2027
Apple has told suppliers to prepare for roughly 16 million MacBook Neo shipments in 2027, about double the nearly 8 million units expected… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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02:11 pm
Apple reportedly slashes employee AI usage limits amid ‘cost-cutting effort’ | Macworld
Apple reportedly slashes employee AI usage limits amid ‘cost-cutting effort’
Macworld Apple took its time jumping on the AI bandwagon, announcing Apple Intelligence as late as 2024 (nearly three and a half years after the release of DALL-E, and one and a half after ChatGPT) then delaying some of the platform’s flagship features for years after that. But these days the company is a committed proponent of “truly helpful AI that’s centered around you and your needs,” as it writes on the dedicated Apple Intelligence page on its website. Product pages for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo extol their ability to handle AI workloads, and similar language is used to market the iMac, iPad mini, Apple Watch Series 12, HomeView, and pretty much every other product Apple sells. Former CEO Tim Cook said AI is critical to Apple’s products back in 2023, while new boss John Ternus told Wired last month that the company is “absolutely going to leverage AI” to build incredible products. However, as much as it encourages customers to enjoy the benefits of AI, Apple has seemingly soured on excessive use of the technology by its own employees. In a new report, Bloomberg claims the company has begun “reducing employee budgets for artificial intelligence usage as part of a cost-cutting effort.” Citing anonymous people with knowledge of the change, leaker Mark Gurman says Apple last month reduced the daily AI spending cap for some engineers from $300 to $200, and is planning to make further cuts which could see limits drop as low as $100. “Many groups outside of engineering already face a $100 daily cap, but Apple has considered reducing that limit to as little as $25 for some teams,” Gurman adds. Staff who believe these limits will impede their ability to do their job can ask for an exemption. The spending limits relate to the tokens used by AI providers to track the volume and nature of usage, and to set fees. Complex, data-intensive tasks such as debugging code may cost more tokens than the lighter usage typical among consumers. Some Apple employees will therefore need to be more conservative in the data-processing demands they place on AI. But others, apparently, won’t need to change anything about their approach. Gurman’s sources claim that “few workers were using their full $300 daily allowances, making the previous limits unnecessarily generous,” which suggests the savings obtained through the measure will be small. Aside from those public comments praising the usefulness of AI, this is a surprising stance from a company which in its most recent financial disclosure announced its “best fiscal year ever.” But Apple has long been a company obsessed with spotting and eliminating unnecessary costs, with Cook (who came from an operations background) famous for his ability to optimise a supply chain. Last month’s initial AI spending cut, while it happened on Ternus’s watch, may have been a decision made, or at least floated, while Cook was still in charge. But the plan to cut deeper shows that Ternus is just as keen as his predecessor on running an efficient company. And after all, as he said in the Wired interview linked above, “We don’t want to ship AI for AI’s sake. When we’re doing it right, people won’t have to think about whether it was AI that made this happen or more traditional software. What matters is, did we build something that they really love?”
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02:00 pm
MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display review: A lot more than touch | 9 to 5 Mac
MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display review: A lot more than touch
Apple unveiled the MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display last week, and it brings some of the biggest changes to the Mac in years. There’s a tandem OLED screen, a significantly lighter design, and the long-awaited addition of touch. Oh, and the Apple logo glows again. Here’s what it’s like actually using the new MacBook Pro. Pre-order 14-inch MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display Pre-order 16-inch MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display more…
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02:00 pm
Touch on the new MacBook Pro is a delight, with some surprises | Macworld
Touch on the new MacBook Pro is a delight, with some surprises
Macworld Apple’s new MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display isn’t just the best display ever put in a laptop. It’s also Apple’s first-ever touchscreen in a Mac and the first time macOS has supported Touch as an input option. It’s a feature we longtime Mac users thought we’d never see, mostly because Apple has a history of saying it won’t happen. But it has happened—and on the expensive laptop Apple sells, no less. While the MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display has plenty of other features to attract customers, which I will outline in my upcoming review, the touchscreen is one of the most interesting features to come to the Mac in years and is sure to be a major consideration for buyers when choosing which laptop to get. However, macOS with Touch isn’t the same interface that you can just reach out to control with your fingers. Apple has enhanced and optimized macOS to accommodate Touch, making the overall experience satisfying. Here are my observations after spending a few days with it. No lag or delay Apple did not simply take a Touch input sensor, slap it on top of the OLED, pack it all up, and ship it. For the optimal experience, the Touch sensor is incorporated into the OLED panel, just as it is with the iPad Pro. That makes it perform more like a tablet than a usual touchscreen laptop. Touch is very responsive, with no noticeable delay between a gesture and response.Roman Loyola/Foundry It also means there’s no lag when touching the screen. Tap the screen, and you’ll get an instant reaction from macOS: buttons, menus, sliders, icons, the Dock, you name it. Everything reacts the instant you touch it. UI clarity My major concern about the touchscreen MacBook Pro was whether Apple would do enough (or anything) to adjust macOS’s longstanding UI elements for Touch input. Some elements in macOS need to be larger to make them easier to touch; others need to be shifted to create more space; and still others need a complete rethink. A touch UI that demands cursor-style precision means you have to concentrate to do the most mundane of tasks. That’s tiring. Left: Contextual menu when using the trackpad. Right: Contextual menu when using Touch.Foundry In macOS 27.2 on the new MacBook Pro, Apple has enhanced macOS to accommodate Touch. Throughout the OS, elements appear when using Touch and return to the normal view when using a mouse or trackpad. The first thing you’ll notice is the set of traffic lights that appear in the upper right corner of windows to close, minimize, or expand windows full-screen, respectively. When tapped, the red, yellow, and green buttons magnify to make the target easier to hit. Even menu items adjust by expanding a bit to add space between the items so they’re easier to tap with your finger. Another example is checkboxes, which let you tap on the accompanying text to select as well as the box itself. Traffic lights are enlarged to make them easier to touch.Roman Loyola/Foundry UI confusion Almost all of the time, I can navigate through macOS just by using Touch. Apple thoughtfully considered the elements that I encountered to make them easy to touch, with one exception: video files. The ability to watch a tiny version of the video by clicking on the “Play” icon in the center of the video’s icon gets in the way of opening the file. Double-tapping to open the video file often resulted in the video playing in the icon, not actually opening the file. It’s one of the things that hasn’t been adjusted to accommodate Touch, and it needs a retool. I also found that the mindset for Touch on macOS is separate from iOS. My experience with Apple’s touch-based UI is mostly with iOS, so I thought that macOS Touch would work similarly. But Apple decided to stick to macOS conventions, as illustrated by opening an app. In iOS, opening an app is a single tap. In macOS, a single tap selects the app, just as a single click does with a mouse or trackpad. You need to double-tap to launch the app. Even enlarging the icons to 128-by-128 pixels didn’t make opening video files any easier.Roman Loyola/Foundry Gesture support Multi-Touch gestures on the Mac support the same gestures that are on the trackpad and, for the most part, your iPhone and iPad. It’s all smart and effortless, especially if you already use these gestures on a trackpad: Swipe with two fingers to scroll up, down, left, or right. Use three fingers and swipe left or right to switch desktops. A four-finger swipe up opens Mission Control. A four-finger swipe down opens App Exposé, etc. Pinch-to-zoom even works. Rotate, where you use two fingers in a rotating motion, also works, but this gesture was awkward for me to do on a standing screen. I think it’s easier to do on a trackpad or, say, an iPad that’s lying flat. Rotate gestures are supported, but not always comfortable to do.Roman Loyola/Foundry Screen wobble Apple re-engineered the MacBook Pro’s hinge to make the screen more stable while touching it. The hinge provides enough resistance when you’re pressing relatively softly against the screen. Push hard enough, and the screen falls back, but most of the time, you’re not going to need to push that hard. In the animation above, you can see the screen wobble as I do the rotation gesture, but it’s exaggerated since I repeated the gesture several times and inadvertently pressed harder than usual. If you tap lightly, you won’t see the display move, but most people will tap hard enough to see a wobble. However, my regular taps caused the display to shake slightly, which was noticeable but bearable. The wobble is significantly less than a regular MacBook Pro, however, and after the first few taps, I barely noticed it. Fingerprints It’s a consequence of using any touchscreen: the display will end up with fingerprints smeared all over it. Like an iPad, they’re not noticeable when the display is on, but when the display goes dark or turns off, ugh. It’s gross. Fingerprints are unavoidable.Roman Loyola/Foundry This is just a fact about touchscreens we have to live with. Even with Apple’s oleophobic coating, there just isn’t a practical way to prevent fingerprints from appearing at all. There are personal habits that can be practiced to minimize the mess: clean your hands before using the touchscreen, wipe your hands frequently, don’t eat while using a touchscreen, etc. Or you could use touch-friendly gloves, or even wear latex gloves (I tried it and it works), but that’s not practical (and it’s ridiculous). Have a microfiber cloth handy to clean the display; Apple unfortunately doesn’t include one unless you spring for the nano-texture coating, but they sell one for $9. Amazon sells a six-pack of Koala Lens Cleaning Cloths for $10. The MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display’s Touch works only with fingers, not with an Apple Pencil or any third-party stylus. Other than fingerprints, using your fingers doesn’t offer nearly the same precision as using a stylus, so it’s closer to using an iPhone rather than an iPad or a graphics tablet. A very good start Apple isn’t marketing the MacBook Pro as a Touch-first device. Rather, Touch is something users can turn to when the situation calls for it. But it’s promising nonetheless. This first version of the Mac’s Touch UI is smooth, reliable, usable, and even fun. It’s a good start, and I hope Apple invents ways to take advantage of Touch, evolving it beyond being a touch interface on top of macOS.
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01:55 pm
MacBook Pro PROLED XDR vs. Studio Display XDR: The laptop levels up | Cult of Mac
MacBook Pro PROLED XDR vs. Studio Display XDR: The laptop levels up
The MacBook Pro’s new OLED touchscreen raises the bar, but the Studio Display XDR still has size on its side. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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01:17 pm
HomeView anti-spoofing gives face fakers just three strikes | Cult of Mac
HomeView anti-spoofing gives face fakers just three strikes
HomeView anti-spoofing reportedly locks a profile after three fake-face attempts, hopefully preventing siblings from spying on each other. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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01:07 pm
Nintendo Switch games running natively on Apple TV using Claude Code port | 9 to 5 Mac
Nintendo Switch games running natively on Apple TV using Claude Code port
A Redditor has just released an open-source project allowing Switch and Switch 2 games to run natively on Apple TV. So far, both Super Mario Odyssey and Animal Crossing: New Horizons are running, with work ongoing on The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom … more…
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12:35 pm
HomeView will support third-party AI chatbots, suggests code | 9 to 5 Mac
HomeView will support third-party AI chatbots, suggests code
Code discovered in the iOS 27.3 beta suggests that HomeView is set to gain support for third-party AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Claude. A leaker spotted the first clue to this a few days ago, and in an updated post says that this feature “is happening” … more…
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12:33 pm
Subscription apps will get another chance to talk you out of cancelling | AppleInsider
Subscription apps will get another chance to talk you out of cancelling
Apple has informed App Store developers that they can now add retention messages sooner, when they want to remind cancelling subscribers of how great their app is.An Apple example of the start of a retention message - image credit: Apple.You already know how this works. You go to cancel broadband, cable if you still have it, that New York Times subscription, and no one will just let you do it.Instead, you're asked if you're sure, then if you're really sure, and often the service says, look, stick with us and you can have a huge discount. It's a routine story, and actually one Apple has offered developers before. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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12:14 pm
Apple TV's new show 'Lenni' stars Academy Award nominee Toni Collette | AppleInsider
Apple TV's new show 'Lenni' stars Academy Award nominee Toni Collette
Comedy-drama "Lenni" is about a divorced social worker (Collette), trying to protect her loved ones from the rough-and-tumble of life. Production is currently underway in Sydney, Australia and there is not yet a premiere date.https://www.apple.com/tv-pr/news/2026/11/apple-tv-announces-heartwarming-new-comedy-drama-lenni-starring-academy-award-nominee-toni-collette/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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12:07 pm
Resident Evil director Zach Cregger explains why the iPhone is vital to his work | 9 to 5 Mac
Resident Evil director Zach Cregger explains why the iPhone is vital to his work
There have been a number of high-profile movies technically shot on iPhone, but in most cases they are using the same professional cinematography kit they would use with other cameras, including lenses costing tens of thousands of dollars. Resident Evil director Zach Cregger uses his own iPhone in a rather different way, taking an approach that could be useful to amateur and professional filmmakers alike … more…
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12:00 pm
2026 iPad mini review: Maximizing the mini | Ars Technica
2026 iPad mini review: Maximizing the mini
It's more compelling than ever, but also more expensive.
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11:30 am
These Finder tips will make you a Mac pro | Macworld
These Finder tips will make you a Mac pro
Macworld The Finder in macOS is where you spend the most time when using your Mac. It is the most important tool for managing files and folders; it’s the basis for installing and launching apps; it’s where you can manage iPhones and iPads; and a lot more. It’s the foundation for the macOS interface and for using your Mac hardware. Many Mac users have been using the Finder every day for decades, often without making full use of its capabilities or customizing it to suit their own needs. You should make the most of your UI experience. Here are ten tips on how to get more out of the Finder. Customize the toolbar This is a very simple thing to do, but hardly anyone does. You should adjust the Finder toolbar to suit your own needs. To do this, open a Finder window and right-click on the toolbar. You’ll see the Customize Toolbar option in the context menu. Select it, and a window will appear with additional functions and tools. You can click and drag icons to where you want them in the toolbar. The AirDrop icon, for example, is useful if you transfer files often: once it’s been added to the Finder, you simply select an item and send it straight away. The buttons for burning blank discs, ejecting media, and accessing servers can also be useful, depending on your needs. Foundry You can also easily change the order of the icons. Simply click on one while holding down the Command key. To remove it from the toolbar, simply drag it out. Quick Commands for photo editing and your own scripts Quick Actions are small tools that you can access via the context menu (the menu that appears when you right-click an item). They allow you to quickly convert PNG to JPEG or create a PDF, for example. Six system services are provided by default, though the options available in the context menu depend on the selected file type. For example, if you right-click on a video, you can access a function to trim the video. This is quicker and easier than using QuickTime Player. For photos, you can quickly convert them to other formats such as JPEG; you can combine several PDFs into a single PDF file using Create PDF; rotate a photo; and remove the background from a photo (though this doesn’t always work). For image files and PDFs, there’s also the option to add annotations. This opens a window with the tools familiar from Preview, allowing you to add lines, red arrows, and other annotations. Foundry You can enable and disable these useful extensions under General > Login Items & Extensions > System Services. To do this, click on the ‘i’ icon there. There’s even a way to add your own Quick Actions: to do this, simply select ‘Quick Action’ as the file type in Automator and create a workflow – such as resizing a photo to a specific width. Once created, the workflow is immediately available via the context menu. Rename multiple files You don’t need to resort to a tool like Renamer to rename dozens of files or folders. The Finder also has a built-in function for renaming files. However, it’s somewhat hidden. To access the feature, select multiple files and choose Rename from the context menu. If you selected just a single file, you can only change the name within the Finder; the file will be selected for you automatically. However, if you’ve selected multiple files, a separate new window opens with several options. Foundry Here you can choose from several renaming options; you can add text, replace text, or rename all files according to a new format. When replacing text, simply enter the original text and the new text in the two fields. When adding text, you can choose to add it at the beginning or the end, as a prefix or suffix. The Format option is more complex, offering three choices: here you can choose between two numbering styles and adding the current date. Manage the clipboards Starting with macOS Tahoe, old clipboard contents can be saved by the system on request and are searchable via Spotlight. You’ll need to enable this feature first via the Spotlight system setting. You can also select a retention period; options are 8 hours, 30 minutes, and 7 days. Once enabled, you can enter a search term into Spotlight to search the clipboard text. Alongside other results, you’ll then see a list of previous clipboard entries, marked with two small boxes. You can also press Command+4 or select Clipboard after opening Spotlight. You can valso iew the current clipboard select Edit > Show Clipboard from the menu bar in Finder, and the current clipboard will be displayed in a simple window. Foundry Hide all items on the Desktop Apple now offers so many options for the Desktop and Dock that some people lose track of them all. For a long time, I overlooked the fact that the Desktop & Dock system setting can hide all items on the desktop completely. To do this, go to the Desktop & Dock system settings and, under Show items, untick the box next to On the Desktop. You can later show all folders and files again using the same function. Foundry List invisible files and folders The Mac actually has countless invisible folders and files on your system. Most are used by the system and are best left hidden, otherwise, your folders can quickly become cluttered. Sometimes, invisible files are left behind when you uninstall an app or delete a file. All you need to do is press Command+Shift+. to see invisible files. The first time you press the key combination, you see all hidden files and folders in the selected folder. Press it again, and they’ll disappear again. Hide files or folders You can make a file or folder invisible via Terminal: enter the command chflags hidden and add the path–drag and drop the file or folder into the Terminal window to do this. Connect to a server The Finder is also responsible for allowing you to connect via the network: to other Macs, the company server or even a Fritzbox with NAS functionality. Available servers are often listed automatically in the Finder under Network. You can connect manually via Go > Connect to Server. Even FTP is supported, but you can only download data. Uploads are not possible, and FTP servers using the SFTP or FTPS protocols are not supported. However, the FTP function is not always reliable and has often caused problems. It is not without reason that many experienced users prefer to use an FTP client such as Cyberduck for every FTP connection. Make better use of Smart Folders Smart Folders are very powerful, but unfortunately can be too fiddly. These ingenious folders are essentially saved search queries that update dynamically. You can save these folders once created and conveniently pin them to the sidebar. By default, however, the Finder links all search criteria using only simple AND conditions, as is familiar from Spotlight or the Google search engine. Foundry But the folder becomes truly smart with so-called Boolean operators. For example, when you’re looking for all image files but also all video files, or all files that are neither image files nor video files. (This might sound like a fiddly logic puzzle to you right now, but it can be very useful!) Apple has hidden this option a little, presumably so as not to overwhelm beginners. First, create a smart folder as usual, for example, via File > New Smart Folder. Then click the + icon, and you can define the criteria for the items you want to appear in the folder. Click the + icon to add more definitions. Click the Save button to set the Smart Folder, and then when you open the folder, it will show all the items that fit the criteria you defined.
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10:30 am
You don’t need a $3,000 MacBook to get Live Activities in your menu bar | Macworld
You don’t need a $3,000 MacBook to get Live Activities in your menu bar
Macworld One of the big selling points of the new MacBook Pro with PROLED is its inclusion of a Dynamic Island. The camera is just a tiny bit lower and surrounded by display, so instead of a notch, you get an island that’s smaller but just as capable as the iPhone’s. When you run apps with Live Activities on the new laptop, they’ll populate the Dynamic Island, and you can tap or click on them to expand it. What iPhone users have enjoyed for years finally comes to Apple’s most expensive laptop. But it turns out, the Live Activities feature is coming to all Macs. In the macOS 27.3 beta, every Mac gets Live Activities. It’s just for some of Apple’s apps right now, such as Music and Clock, and some system functions like Screen Recording. Foundry Live Activities in macOS 27.3 will appear in the menu bar as small ovals to the left of your icons, just as if there were a camera hole up there. When expanded, a small arrow appears that can be clicked to minimize it (see above). If you run several at a time, they’ll appear as separate instances next to each other. Third-party developers can now start implementing Live Activities in their macOS apps, which was already announced. However, what we thought was just in anticipation of the PROLED MacBook Pro turns out to be a new, useful feature for everyone.
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08:00 am
No Java, no subscription: this Mac database app is $129.97 | Macworld
No Java, no subscription: this Mac database app is $129.97
Macworld TL;DR: Query MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, and Oracle from one native Mac app with a lifetime SQLPro Studio subscription for $129.97 (reg. $219.99). Most database tools that work with more than one engine run on Java instead of natively on macOS. If you want a faster native app for all of your databases, try SQLPro Studio, a Mac database client with a lifetime subscription on sale for $129.97 (reg. $219.99). SQLPro Studio is a 100% native Mac app that runs faster than Java-based database managers. One app connects to MySQL, PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, and SQLite, plus cloud databases on Amazon RDS, Microsoft Azure, and Heroku. You can stop switching to a different client every time a project uses a different database. When you run several queries at once, SQLPro Studio shows every result set side by side with its errors and messages, so you can see right away which query failed. Autocomplete and syntax highlighting make long queries easier to write. App Store users give SQLPro Studio 4.6 out of 5. One subscription works on up to five Macs running macOS 10.12 or later, and updates are included. Use one fast, native Mac app for every database you work with. Through November 8, an SQLPro Studio lifetime subscription costs $129.97. SQLPro Studio: Lifetime Subscription (macOS Only)See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.
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06:26 am
Apple tightens the purse strings on employee AI use | Cult of Mac
Apple tightens the purse strings on employee AI use
Apple cut some engineers’ daily AI budgets from $300 to $200 in October and is weighing deeper cuts even as it expands its use of AI at work. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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04:02 am
How to install macOS Tahoe on unsupported Macs | AppleInsider
How to install macOS Tahoe on unsupported Macs
With OpenCore Legacy Patcher, now on version 3, you can get macOS Tahoe running on Intel Macs released more than fifteen years ago. Here's how to get everything set up.With OpenCore Legacy Patcher 3.0.0, you can install macOS Tahoe on Macs that debuted more than 15 years ago.Though Apple Silicon Macs have already moved on to macOS Golden Gate, the preceding macOS Tahoe remains a crucial update for older Apple computers. macOS Tahoe is the last release of macOS with support for Intel-based machines, running on select Macs released in 2019 and 2020.Owners of older hardware were simply out of luck, until now. With Dortania's OpenCore Legacy Patcher 3.0, a prominent third-party solution, it's possible to run macOS Tahoe on a variety of unsupported Macs, including models over a decade and a half old. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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03:01 am
Watch Apple’s new touchscreen MacBook Pro in action with Labrinth’s livestream | Macworld
Watch Apple’s new touchscreen MacBook Pro in action with Labrinth’s livestream
Macworld If you pre-ordered a new MacBook Pro, you’re probably counting down the hours until it arrives. While you wait, you can get a look at it in action during a unique livestream from the Downtown LA Apple Store At 11 pm ET, British singer, songwriter, composer, and record producer Labrinth will compose a song from scratch using the new MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display and Logic Pro. The whole process will be livestreamed on YouTube directly from the Apple Store, “allowing viewers to watch his creative inspiration unfold in real time and ask him questions as he works.” The YouTube description merely says Labrinth will be “experimenting with some new ways of making music,” but it’s safe to assume Apple’s new touchscreen interface will be the star of the show. At the Pro and Tell experience, which also took place in LA, Apple demoed the new Touch capabilities of Logic, including playing a keyboard on the screen. You can watch the livestream on Labrinth’s YouTube channel below and listen to the completed song next week on Apple Music.
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Thursday November 05
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MacBook Pro PROLED XDR Reviews Are In: Is the Touchscreen Worth It? | MacRumors
MacBook Pro PROLED XDR Reviews Are In: Is the Touchscreen Worth It?
The first reviews of the new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models with PROLED XDR displays have been published ahead of the laptops launching on Friday. One of the key new features is a touchscreen. Is it worth it, though? Here's what reviews say. The Verge's David Pierce said that, in his testing so far, touch input has not been something that "meaningfully changes the laptop experience." He recommends the new MacBook Pro models regardless for the OLED display and other upgrades. Pierce did mention some examples where touch proved useful:That's not to say the touchscreen doesn't come in handy, though. It does more often than I expected. When I'm editing photos, reaching out and spreading my fingers to zoom in on the section I want to see is vastly easier than clicking and dragging with the trackpad. When I'm watching a movie, I can just tap the video rather than wiggling the mouse to find the cursor. My favorite touch use so far has been when I'm showing somebody something on my computer — now we can both swipe between options or tap to make an edit rather than having to crowd around the trackpad.He also pointed out a few limitations:There's no onscreen keyboard that appears when you tap a text box; you don't get the copy / paste / select all pop-up when you tap on words. No radius of tools appears when you tap the Apple Pencil on the screen in Procreate, because, oh wait, the Apple Pencil doesn't work at all.Gizmodo's Kyle Barr said touch input is beneficial for the iPhone Mirroring feature on the Mac:The touchscreen is occasionally useful. It's not the end-all-be-all. But it sure is handy. If you're one to use the iPhone mirroring feature on MacBook Pro, the touchscreen makes it more intuitive. Instead of having to click on the bottom bar to minimize an app, you can simply swipe up from the bottom of the mirrored iPhone, like normal. Using the touchscreen on the mirrored iPhone isn't as snappy as the real deal. It's obvious though that Apple has been working towards this touchscreen design for a while, as more and more macOS features start to make better sense with the touchscreen in tow.WIRED's Luke Larsen often forgot about the touchscreen, but he too pointed out a few examples where it proved to be useful in his testing:In the time I've had with the touchscreen MacBook Pro so far, I tried to remind myself of its new powers. But when I'm deep in work, I completely forget the touchscreen. It just has no place in my workflows. That doesn't mean it's not ever useful, though. Sometimes, swiping away a notification with a finger feels intuitive. Or if you're lounging on the couch and use your thumb to scroll through your Instagram feed as you would on an iPad, it works. But those times are few and far between. I'm certainly not going to be poking three fingers up at the screen to swipe between Spaces when I could do that on a trackpad without even lifting my hand.With an OLED display, the new MacBook Pro models deliver more vivid colors and increased contrast ratio compared to the previous models with mini-LED displays. The laptops also achieve up to 2,000 nits of brightness for HDR content. OLED displays do not have a backlight, and individual pixels turn off completely for the color black. Bloomberg's Chris Welch said the OLED display is "genuinely striking":The new MacBook Pro's dual-layer tandem OLED panel is genuinely striking and can get noticeably brighter than LCD models. Since each pixel is individually controlled and can fully shut off for dark content, this screen provides meaningfully superior contrast compared with the Mini LED models, which were already impressive in their own right. Any concerns I had about display uniformity, which can be an issue with some OLED devices, quickly vanished once I began using the machine. From corner to corner, the 16.3-inch panel is punchy, vibrant and can display an even wider range of colors than before — a win for photographers.Mashable's Timothy Beck Werth said the OLED display "absolutely slaps":This laptop absolutely slaps, and the incredible PROLED XDR display is the headline. It's stunning.His expanded thoughts:I'm not going to waste time explaining exactly how tandem OLED technology works; instead, you'll have to trust me that it means a brighter display that lasts longer. The blacks on the display are deep, the colors pop, and the shadows and highlights provide incredibly detailed contrast.Other display-related upgrades include a Dynamic Island instead of a notch, slimmer bezels, and a redesigned hinge with improved stability. Six Colors' Jason Snell on the Dynamic Island:Spotlight and Siri AI are now animated as emerging from the black blob that is the Dynamic Island. Now Playing appears up there, too, and you can click or tap on the Dynamic Island to expand it and get playback controls. Shared Live Activities from your paired iPhone should also appear up there, rather than in the menu bar itself, as they do on other Macs. I'm a big fan of subtle, ambient information presentations that inform you about things happening on your devices. That's why the Dynamic Island was such a fun approach to turning a problem (an unsightly camera cut-out) into a useful feature. The notch never really did anything—it was just a dead zone. The Dynamic Island serves a purpose and the MacBook Pro is better for it.The new MacBook Pro models also feature improved speakers, a new 16TB storage option, a redesigned cooling system, and a lighter and slightly thinner design. And there is a fun bonus: the glowing Apple logo on the lid has returned. Apple said the improved speakers deliver 50% deeper bass, but Bloomberg's Chris Welch actually found this upgrade can be "detrimental":[...] The revamped MacBook Pro has left me with mixed feelings in one area that I wasn't expecting: sound. Since the first 16-inch model debuted in 2019, it's offered fantastic, well-balanced audio with a surprising degree of immersion. These are widely considered the best speakers on any laptop. For the new PROLED series, Apple has introduced a redesigned six-speaker system that it says offers 50% deeper bass. And that's true — to a point where it's sometimes detrimental. The added low-end impact makes these laptops tremendous entertainment machines for movies and TV shows, but when listening to music or podcasts or even watching YouTube videos, the sound is often too boomy and bass-forward. The balance has been thrown off, and there's also no easy way of dialing back deeper tones.9to5Mac's Chance Miller appreciates the reduced weight:You notice the lighter weight of the new MacBook Pro immediately when you pick it up. My review unit is the 16-inch MacBook Pro, and I'm genuinely surprised at how nice it feels. It's not light, but it feels less like a tank. I've always used the smaller of the two MacBook Pro models for portability, most recently a 14-inch M4 Pro. The weight of the new 16-inch MacBook Pro has me reconsidering that preference, though. It feels remarkably nice for a laptop with such a large display, and I've really enjoyed having the extra screen space without feeling like I'm sacrificing too much portability.Who doesn't love the glowing Apple logo? As we previously highlighted, the logo's brightness level is tied to the display's brightness level, and Miller revealed that the feature also takes ambient brightness into consideration:The logo's brightness is still tied to the display brightness, just like it was a decade ago. The higher your display brightness, the brighter the Apple logo on the back. It also factors in your environment's ambient brightness. When the MacBook Pro is closed, the logo looks like polished metal, just like it has since the 2016 redesign. Open it up, and it glows. It's unnecessary, but I'm so thrilled it's back.The laptops use the same M5 Pro and M5 Max chips that remain available in the MacBook Pro models with mini-LED displays, so performance is similar. In the U.S., the 14-inch model starts at $2,899 and the 16-inch model starts at $3,399. 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Early Black Friday Accessory Deals at Amazon Include TVs, Headphones, and Charging Devices | MacRumors
Early Black Friday Accessory Deals at Amazon Include TVs, Headphones, and Charging Devices
Earlier this week we highlighted some of the best early Black Friday Apple deals, and today we're focusing on third-party accessory markdowns available to purchase right now on Amazon. In this article you'll find all the best accessories for charging, smart homes, smartphones, and more. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. TVs and Monitors $450 OFF65-inch Hisense 4K TV for $549.99 34-inch Samsung ViewFinity Ultrawide Monitor - $379.99, down from $539.99 50-inch Hisense Smart Fire TV - $397.97, down from $449.99 34-inch Samsung ViewFinity Curved Monitor - $399.99, down from $589.99 65-inch Roku Smart 4K TV - $498.00, down from $649.99 65-inch Hisense Mini-LED 4K Smart Fire TV - $549.99, down from $999.99 65-inch Samsung The Frame (2025) - $1,097.99, down from $1,497.99 65-inch Toshiba ArtVision 4K Fire TV - $997.96, down from $1,297.99 75-inch TCL QLED Smart TV - $1,197.99, down from $1,297.99 65-inch The Frame Pro - $1,397.95, down from $2,097.99 100-inch Toshiba mini-LED Fire TV - $1,799.99, down from $2,499.99 Chargers $10 OFFAnker Nano Smart Display Charger for $29.99 Twelve South PowerCord USB-C - $19.49, down from $29.99 Anker Nano Smart Display Charger - $29.99, down from $39.99 Twelve South HiRise 2 Deluxe - $41.49, down from $79.99 Mophie 3-in-1 Travel Wireless Charging Station - $54.15, down from $95.98 Anker 3-Port 160W Prime Charger - $115.99, down from $149.99 Audio $82 OFFSony WH-1000XM6 Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones for $378.00 Soundcore Boom 2 Speaker - $99.99, down from $129.99 Bose QuietComfort Headphones - $169.00, down from $359.00 Soundcore Sleep A30 Earbuds - $199.99, down from $229.99 Sony WH-1000XM5 Premium Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones - $199.99, down from $399.99 Sonos Ace Headphones - $329.00, down from $349.00 Sony WH-1000XM6 Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones - $378.00, down from $459.99 Cases and Screen Protectors $8 OFFAnker iPhone 18 Pro Screen Protector for 21.99 FNTCASE for iPhone Duo with Screen Protector - $16.99, down from $24.99 iPhone Duo Clear Case from Mkeke - $19.99, down from $29.99 Anker Screen Protector for iPhone 18 Pro - $21.99, down from $29.99 Anker Screen Protector for iPhone 18 Pro Max - $21.99, down from $29.99 Home $499 OFFAnker SOLIX C2000 Portable Power Station for $999.99 Apple: The First 50 Years Hardcover - $26.00, down from $50.00 Aqara Zigbee Smart Plug - $29.99, down from $32.99 Govee E12 LED Bulb 4-Pack - $36.99, down from $49.99 Govee Neon Rope Lights - $119.99, down from $159.99 Nanoleaf LED Light Therapy Face Mask - $129.99, down from $249.99 Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station - $549.99, down from $599.00 Anker SOLIX C2000 Portable Power Station - $999.99, down from $1,499.00 Eufy E35 Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo - $999.99, down from $1,299.99 Mac $30 OFFElgato Stream Deck MK.2 for $119.99 Elgato Stream Deck MK.2 - $119.99, down from $149.99 UGREEN NAS Personal Storage - $239.99, down from $269.99 Anker Nano Laptop Docking Station - $119.99, down from $149.99 Anker Prime TB5 Docking Station - $349.99, down from $399.99 If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find during the holidays? You can sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundups: Apple Black Friday, Apple DealsRelated Forum: Community DiscussionThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple Creator Studio App Updates Rolling Out, Starting With Logic Pro | MacRumors
Apple Creator Studio App Updates Rolling Out, Starting With Logic Pro
Apple today began rolling out the Creator Studio updates that it announced last month. For example, both the Creator Studio version and standalone version of the Logic Pro app for the Mac were updated today. It is our understanding that Pixelmator Pro will also be updated today, with more apps in the suite set to follow throughout November. MacStories editor John Voorhees tested the updated Creator Studio apps over the past week and has shared his impressions of the new features. Here are the release notes for the standalone version of Logic Pro for Mac:Version 13.0 - Unified Browser • Find the perfect sound faster with a redesigned browser that brings your entire library into one place — loops, one-shots, instrument and effect patches, and plug-in presets • Add your own custom or third-party sound to the browser and Logic Pro uses music understanding to analyze and classify them, applying tags that make even massive sample libraries easily searchable • Narrow results with dynamic tag filtering, or describe what you're looking for in plain terms like "atmospheric pad" or "lo-fi kick" • Find similar sounds or samples across your entire collection with ease • Browse your licensed Splice sounds alongside the rest of your library • Add any folder on your Mac as a Browser location for instant access to your personal collection Enhanced Stem Splitter • Break the drum stem into individual tracks — kick, snare, hi-hat, toms, cymbals, and other percussion • Rebalance your entire drum mix without ever needing the original multitracks All-New Liquid Glass Design • Bring clarity to your workflow with translucent surfaces and deeper contrast — menus, toolbars, and windows feel lighter and more refined Sidecar Support • Transform your iPad into a Multi-Touch controller for Logic Pro on your Mac • Tap to trigger cells in Live Loops, populate Step Sequencer patterns, adjust plug-ins and instruments, and control multiple mixer channels at once Play Surface • Play instruments with a resizable performance window — trigger drum and chord pads with your typing keyboard and mouse, or tap your iPad using Sidecar • Play a musical keyboard with controls for velocity, modulation, and polyphonic pitch glide • Make beats by triggering drum pads and use note repeat to add rolls — perfect for trap hats • Customize Chord pads to follow the Chord track in realtime, so every chord and note you play fits perfectly Step Sequencer Multi-Select • Select a range of steps with a drag or Shift-click, then adjust velocity, note repeat, or any parameter for the entire selection at once • Copy and paste groups of steps to new positions or rows, and use dedicated key commands to select all steps in a row, invert a selection, or nudge selected stepsThe release notes for the Creator Studio version of Logic Pro for Mac also mention an AI-powered Intelligent Assistant feature that can help you build beats using natural language.Tag: Apple Creator StudioThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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12:54 pm
Siri AI Waitlist Now Limited to Times of 'High Demand,' Says Apple | MacRumors
Siri AI Waitlist Now Limited to Times of 'High Demand,' Says Apple
Apple has largely stopped making users join a waitlist to access its Siri AI assistant. According to an updated Apple support document, Siri AI "will begin to download automatically" once users opt in, but the waitlist is now reserved "during time of high demand," and wait times can vary. The document previously said that enabling the assistant "will add you to a waitlist," as noted by 9to5Mac. The document was updated on November 2, likely following two months of Apple testing server load. Released in September, Siri AI remains in beta across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and Vision Pro.Tags: Siri, Siri AIThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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12:31 pm
See Apple's Touchscreen MacBook Pro in Action | MacRumors
See Apple's Touchscreen MacBook Pro in Action
Apple enlisted British musician Labrinth to create a new song during an overnight livestream, demonstrating the new touchscreen MacBook Pro and Logic Pro at Apple Tower Theatre in downtown Los Angeles. The session, titled "Labrinth Live on Mac," is now available to watch as a replay lasting almost four hours. It started on November 4 at 8 p.m. Pacific, or 11 p.m. Eastern, with Labrinth tasked with creating a song from scratch. He can be seen reaching onto the ‌MacBook Pro‌'s display to manipulate Logic Pro's mixer controls, with a multitrack arrangement visible onscreen. Viewers were invited to submit questions as he worked, and the finished song is due for release on Apple Music next week. Apple initially teased the collaboration on TikTok with a white box bearing Labrinth's name and instructions to leave it unopened until November 4. Music production was among the uses Apple demonstrated when it unveiled the new MacBook Pro last week. Logic Pro includes an onscreen keyboard, chord pads, and drum pads that musicians can play by touch, including playing multiple notes at once. Labrinth is a singer, songwriter, and producer known for solo releases including "Jealous" and "Earthquake," as well as his music for HBO's "Euphoria." He also forms the group LSD with Sia and Diplo. The ‌MacBook Pro‌ with PROLED XDR Display features a tandem OLED touchscreen and M5 Pro or M5 Max chips in 14-inch and 16-inch sizes. The machines launch on Friday, November 6, with U.S. prices starting at $2,899 for the 14-inch model and $3,399 for the 16-inch model.Related Roundup: MacBook ProBuyer's Guide: MacBook Pro (Buy Now)Related Forum: MacBook ProThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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12:21 pm
MacBook Neo Shipments Expected to Double in 2027 | MacRumors
MacBook Neo Shipments Expected to Double in 2027
Apple wants suppliers to make 16 million MacBook Neo laptops in 2027, or double the amount expected for this year, according to supply chain sources (via DigiTimes). Apple released its first MacBook Neo in March 2026, featuring an A18 Pro chip with 8GB of RAM, and coming in Silver, Blush, Citrus, and Indigo colors. The laptop originally started at $599, but Apple raised the price to $699 in June as part of a broader re-pricing of its Mac and iPad lineup. Apple still offers a $100 discount to college students and educational staff. In September, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported that Apple plans to release a second-generation MacBook Neo in 2027 with an A19 Pro chip, 12GB of RAM, and new color options. Today's report doesn't mention a second-generation MacBook Neo, but if Apple decides to refresh the laptop in March – approximately one year since it launched – then the supply chain forecast could still make sense. During his first earnings call as Apple CEO, John Ternus said the company has sold more Macs in fiscal 2026 than in any previous year. Apple doesn't break out Mac sales by model, but supply chain sources cited in today's report suggest MacBook Neo shipments were the overriding reason for the growth.Related Roundup: MacBook NeoTag: DigiTimesBuyer's Guide: MacBook Neo (Neutral)Related Forum: MacBook NeoThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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11:43 am
HomeView Code Suggests Future Support for AI Chatbot Apps, Anti-Spoofing Protection | MacRumors
HomeView Code Suggests Future Support for AI Chatbot Apps, Anti-Spoofing Protection
Code discovered in the iOS 27.3 beta suggests Apple is laying the groundwork for chatbot apps on its upcoming HomeView smart home hub, according to the code investigator known as pdfu. The software HomeView uses to display apps from a connected iPhone or iPad is said to have gained a "Conversational Apps" category in the latest beta. The update also reportedly adds preparations for two-way audio routing, session management, and interruptions, but pdfu notes that it is "still not fully wired up." Apple hasn't announced chatbot apps for HomeView, and the code doesn't show which apps could use the category or when it could launch, so support for ChatGPT, Claude, or other chatbots is unconfirmed. It's not the first time the possibility has been floated: pdfu suggested on Sunday that chatbot apps might follow based on an unused flag in HomeView's software. Anti-Spoofing Protection In a separate finding, pdfu also discovered that HomeView includes anti-spoofing protection. Apparently, after three spoof attempts for a profile, the user must authenticate with an iPhone to see personal data, and the protection is enabled in HomeView software 27.2. Apple is also said to be working on a lockout cooldown system, similar to what happens when you enter the wrong passcode on an iPhone. A first lockout can be cleared immediately, but a second lockout brings a one-hour wait, a third a four-hour wait, and a fourth (or any further) lockout an eight-hour wait. pdfu adds that the lockout cooldown periods are still in development, so for now any lockout can be cleared immediately by authenticating with an iPhone. Apple hasn't described either feature in its press materials. HomeView Launches Next Week HomeView launches on November 13 for $299, in both desktop and wall-mounted versions. Here's what Apple has announced so far: 7-inch Liquid Retina display, in a tabletop model with a speaker base and a wall-mounted model. Face recognition for up to six users, each with a personal Home Screen with apps and widgets. Siri AI, with conversations that continue in the Siri app on other Apple devices. Personal content from Messages, FaceTime, Calendar, Reminders, and Find My, shown when the enrolled user is recognized and their iPhone or iPad is nearby and recently unlocked. Faces including Photos, Flow, Snoopy, Home Modular, and Home Camera. Apple Music, Podcasts, News, and Apple TV, plus compatible third-party audio and video apps. Handoff from iPhone, and multiroom audio with HomePod, HomePod mini, and AirPlay speakers. FaceTime with Center Stage, Messages by voice or keyboard, and Intercom. Step-by-step recipes from the web with hands-free timers. Smart home controls, including a Home Camera face that shows up to nine live camera feeds. With a supported iCloud+ subscription, recognition of people, pets, packages, and vehicles from compatible cameras. Smoke and carbon monoxide alarm sound detection. Support for Apple Home Collection accessories, other "Works with Apple Home" accessories, and Matter. HomeView won't have an App Store. However, as we reported last month, it shows CarPlay-style third-party audio and video apps from a connected iPhone or iPad. HomeView isn't on sale in the European Union because Siri AI is currently unavailable in iOS there, and Apple says it is still working with the EU to find a path forward to make it available in the bloc.Related Roundup: Apple HomeViewTag: pdfuBuyer's Guide: HomeView (Buy Now)Related Forum: HomePod, HomeView, CarPlay – Home & Auto TechThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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10:32 am
Got an iPhone Duo on Launch Day? Tomorrow Could Be Your Last Chance to Return It | MacRumors
Got an iPhone Duo on Launch Day? Tomorrow Could Be Your Last Chance to Return It
If you bought an iPhone Duo on launch day and are having second thoughts about keeping Apple's first foldable iPhone, tomorrow could be your last chance to return it for a refund. Apple officially launched the iPhone Duo on Friday, October 23, so the standard 14-day return window for customers who purchased and received the device that day expires on Friday, November 6. Under Apple's U.S. return policy, customers have 14 calendar days from receiving a product to return it, whether they purchased it online or at an Apple retail store. A similar standard return period applies in the UK and across much of the rest of Europe. If you bought the iPhone Duo in Canada, then you have slightly longer. Under Apple's Canadian return policy, buyers have 15 calendar days from receiving their device to initiate a return, so if you got your device on launch day then you have until Saturday, November 7 to return it. UK and EU Online Customers Have More Time to Send It Back There's an important distinction to note if you're in the UK or the European Union and you purchased your iPhone Duo online. Under consumer protection laws, you have 14 days from receiving the device to notify Apple that you intend to return it. Once you've made that notification, you have a further 14 days to send the device back or arrange a collection. In other words, if you're a UK or EU customer who received the iPhone Duo on October 23 and you request a return tomorrow, then you could have until November 20 to dispatch it. This also applies to devices ordered online and collected at an Apple Store. However, if you actually purchased your device directly at a physical Apple Store – which probably means you waited in a separate line to collections – then you generally need to return it within the initial 14-day window. Note that the November 6 deadline doesn't apply to everyone who pre-ordered the iPhone Duo. Apple's return period is calculated from when customers received their devices, rather than when they placed their orders, so if your iPhone Duo arrived after launch day, you have more time to return it for a refund – if that's your preference. What to Know Before Returning Your iPhone Duo Apple asks customers to return their devices with the original packaging and included accessories. Also, remember to disable Find My for the iPhone Duo before returning the device. Returns can be initiated through Apple's online Order Status page or, in the US, at an Apple retail store. Keep in mind that these policies apply only to purchases made directly from Apple – if you bought an iPhone Duo through a carrier or third-party retailer, you'll be subject to that seller's return policy. Lastly, if you signed up for a new cellular plan with the iPhone Duo, returning the device may not automatically cancel that service. Apple advises contacting your carrier about cancellation requirements and any associated fees. Do you plan on returning your iPhone Duo? Let us know in the comments.Related Roundup: iPhone DuoBuyer's Guide: iPhone Duo (Buy Now)Related Forum: iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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08:59 am
Apple Launching Five New Products Tomorrow | MacRumors
Apple Launching Five New Products Tomorrow
Apple is releasing five new products this Friday, November 6, following pre-orders that opened last week, including its first touchscreen MacBook Pro models. The following new products will be available from tomorrow: iPad mini with OLED display and A20 Pro chip iMac with M6 chip 14-inch MacBook Pro with M6 chip 14-inch MacBook Pro with OLED touchscreen 16-inch MacBook Pro with OLED touchscreen The iPad mini starts at $699, the iMac starts at $1,499, and the M6 MacBook Pro at $1,999. Pricing for the MacBook Pro with OLED touchscreen starts at $2,899 for the 14-inch model and $3,399 for the 16-inch model. All five remain available to pre-order, with shipping dates generally looking good for launch-day delivery. The only exception is the base 14-inch touchscreen MacBook Pro – Space Black ships in 3-4 weeks, while Silver ships in 7-10 business days. This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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12:21 am
Apple Releases Safari Technology Preview 256 With Bug Fixes and Performance Improvements | MacRumors
Apple Releases Safari Technology Preview 256 With Bug Fixes and Performance Improvements
Apple today released a new update for Safari Technology Preview, the experimental browser that was first introduced in March 2016. Apple designed ‌Safari Technology Preview‌ to allow users to test features that are planned for future release versions of the Safari browser. ‌Safari Technology Preview‌ 256 includes fixes and updates for Accessibility, Animations, CSS, Editing, Forms, HTML, JavaScript, Media, Networking, Rendering, SVG, Security, Web API, Web Extensions, Web Inspector, WebGL, and WebRTC. The current ‌Safari Technology Preview‌ release is compatible with machines running macOS Tahoe and macOS Golden Gate, the newest version of macOS. The ‌Safari Technology Preview‌ update is available through the Software Update mechanism in System Preferences or System Settings to anyone who has downloaded the browser from Apple's website. Complete release notes for the update are available on the Safari Technology Preview website. Apple's aim with ‌Safari Technology Preview‌ is to gather feedback from developers and users on its browser development process. ‌Safari Technology Preview‌ can run side-by-side with the existing Safari browser and while it is designed for developers, it does not require a developer account to download and use.Tag: Safari Technology PreviewThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Wednesday November 04
11:58 pm
Apps Can Now Try to Stop You From Canceling Subscriptions | MacRumors
Apps Can Now Try to Stop You From Canceling Subscriptions
Apple today added a new subscription retention feature for developers, allowing them to show retention messages when a subscriber goes to cancel. Apple says retention messages will appear in the subscription cancellation flow and can include text, images, or a special offer. Retention messages can be added in App Store Connect for auto-renewable subscriptions, with options for subscriber eligibility and wait time between messages. Through a separate Retention Messaging API, developers can choose which messages to show a subscriber based on their subscription details. API access is by request. ‌App Store‌ users may see offers for discounts or reasons to keep a subscription before canceling.Tag: App StoreThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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11:20 pm
'Super Mario Odyssey' Can Now Run on Apple TV Thanks to AI | MacRumors
'Super Mario Odyssey' Can Now Run on Apple TV Thanks to AI
A Reddit user was able to get Nintendo's "Animal Crossing: New Horizons" and "Super Mario Odyssey" to run natively on the Apple TV 4K, continuing a string of ports made possible with the use of AI (via Engadget). TVPort, Reddit user FloatingFalafel's open-source project, is a fork of the nxnative toolkit used to recompile Switch and Switch 2 games for the Apple TV using a Mac. It was built using Claude Opus 5.5. "Super Mario Odyssey" runs at 60fps according to FloatingFalafel, and "Animal Crossing" runs at 30fps. Other games haven't been tested, but the creator says people are welcome to use the open-source software to get other games to run. Game files are not included, and users will need to supply files from their own game cartridges, which requires a modified Nintendo Switch. [Release] TVPort - Port switch games to run natively on AppleTV (4k 3rd gen) by u/FloatingFalafel in decomps More intensive games like "The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom" may not be able to run on the third-generation ‌Apple TV‌ 4K because of thermal throttling. The fourth-generation ‌Apple TV‌ 4K that launches November 13 may be able to run titles the third-generation model can't. Nintendo often takes issue with unofficial ways to play its games, so TVPort may not survive long. In 2024, Nintendo sued the Yuzu emulator team, and the lawsuit led to a $2.4 million settlement and the sunsetting of the emulator.Related Roundup: Apple TVBuyer's Guide: Apple TV (Buy Now)Related Forum: Apple TV and Home TheaterThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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How 'Resident Evil' Director Zach Cregger Uses His iPhone to Make Movies | MacRumors
How 'Resident Evil' Director Zach Cregger Uses His iPhone to Make Movies
Apple marketing chief Greg Joswiak today shared an Apple TV video that offers a look at how "Resident Evil" director Zach Cregger uses an iPhone during filmmaking. Cregger said he uses his iPhone and the Cadrage app to plan out filming sequences ahead of time. He decides what shots to take, what lenses to use for each shot, and what's in each frame. He then prints out the images so the crew knows exactly what to do. According to Cregger, he used this process for "Weapons" and "Barbarian," two movies that he wrote and directed. He said every scene in those films was planned with photos in advance. I can't match Zach Cregger's love of being afraid, but I can match his love of iPhone in the filmmaking process.— Greg Joswiak (@gregjoz) November 4, 2026 "Everybody can make a movie with what's in your pocket," he said. "It's all right there." "Resident Evil" is now available to rent or buy, including in the ‌Apple TV‌ app.Tag: Apple TVThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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HomePod Mini 2's Amount of RAM Confirmed | MacRumors
HomePod Mini 2's Amount of RAM Confirmed
MacRumors has confirmed that the HomePod mini 2 is equipped with 2GB of RAM supplied by SK Hynix. This is not very surprising given the S10 chip in the Apple Watch Series 10 also has 2GB of RAM, but Apple does not list this information in its tech specs for the HomePod mini 2, so it is worth documenting.Related Roundup: HomePod mini 2Buyer's Guide: HomePod Mini (Buy Now)Related Forum: HomePod, HomeView, CarPlay – Home & Auto TechThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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09:20 pm
Apple TV's '12 Days of Snoopy' Special Arrives November 13 | MacRumors
Apple TV's '12 Days of Snoopy' Special Arrives November 13
Apple today shared a trailer for a new Snoopy special that's airing on Friday, November 13. "Snoopy Presents: 12 Days of Snoopy" features Snoopy working to get off Santa's naughty list ahead of Christmas. In the latest special of the acclaimed "Snoopy Presents" banner, the Peanuts kids are on their best behavior — but Snoopy has landed on Santa's naughty list. With just 12 days until Christmas, he sets out to prove he's not such a bad beagle after all, discovering along the way that the season is about more than gifts. The special has original music from John Legend, Kamasi Washington featuring Leon Bridges, and Laufey. Apple TV has exclusive rights to Peanuts content, including the classic library and original shows and specials. Snoopy content available on ‌Apple TV‌ includes "Snoopy in Space," "The Snoopy Show," "It's the Small Things, Charlie Brown," "Lucy's School," and more. Apple is offering free streaming of "A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving" on November 14 and 15, and "A Charlie Brown Christmas" on December 12 and 13. An ‌Apple TV‌ subscription is not required to watch the classic Charlie Brown specials on those days. Apple's streaming television service is priced at $14.99 per month and available in more than 100 countries and regions.Related Roundup: Apple TVBuyer's Guide: Apple TV (Buy Now)Related Forum: Apple TV and Home TheaterThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple is Putting Employees on an AI Budget | MacRumors
Apple is Putting Employees on an AI Budget
Apple is curtailing employee AI use to cut costs, reports Bloomberg. In October, Apple limited some engineers to $200 per day for AI spending, down from $300. More cuts could be coming, with daily allowances for some engineers dropping to $100. Many groups outside engineering already have a $100 daily limit, but some teams could have their spending capped at $25. Apple is asking some teams to use less expensive models or switch to on-device AI. Employees who need a bigger budget will be able to ask executives for an increase. Engineers at Apple have the largest budgets because using AI for coding can consume a large number of tokens. Apple lets employees use Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, and other models. Some Apple employees told Bloomberg that few were using their full $300 daily limit, so the savings may be small. Apple has also hired outside productivity consultants for some divisions. Combined with the AI cost cuts, the reviews have fueled worries about possible restructuring. Apple CEO John Ternus took over on September 1, and he reportedly wants to reduce corporate hierarchy and bloat to accomplish more with fewer people.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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07:27 pm
Apple Releases Xcode 27.3 Beta With Three New Features | MacRumors
Apple Releases Xcode 27.3 Beta With Three New Features
Apple on Tuesday released the first Xcode 27.3 beta with three new features: GitHub Copilot support within the built-in coding assistant, the ability for developers to test Siri AI integration in their apps, and additional APIs for developers to optimize their apps for the upcoming MacBook Pro models with touchscreens.Tag: XcodeThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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07:12 pm
Apple Will Check Public iCloud Links for Harmful Content Starting in iOS 27.3 | MacRumors
Apple Will Check Public iCloud Links for Harmful Content Starting in iOS 27.3
Apple says it will start checking public iCloud links for harmful content in iOS 27.3, iPadOS 27.3, macOS 27.3, and visionOS 27.3. Images in iCloud Photos and files in iCloud Drive shared using the "Anyone with the link" option will be "made accessible to Apple" for a content check. Apple doesn't define harmful content, but it could mean malware, malicious files, and/or child sexual abuse material (CSAM) given Apple's mention of law enforcement involvement. If you try to upload harmful content, Apple reserves the right to move, refuse, modify, remove, or delete the content at any time. Apple may also take action against your Apple Account, including blocking or disabling your Apple Account, blocking the ability to create a new Apple Account with the associated email address or phone number, or if necessary, involving law enforcement. iCloud files can be shared with "Send a Copy," which sends a file directly, or "Share a Link," which lets someone download it. Link sharing options are "People you choose" or "Anyone with the link," and it's only the latter option that will be evaluated by Apple. Apple does not say whether links created before the 27.3 updates will be checked. Apple says content made available to anyone is no longer end-to-end encrypted, even when Advanced Data Protection is on. iOS 27.3, iPadOS 27.3, macOS 27.3, and visionOS 27.3 are currently available to developers for beta testing, and the software will see a public release in December.Related Roundups: iOS 27, iPadOS 27Tag: iCloudRelated Forums: iOS 27, Apple Music, Apple Pay/Card, iCloud, Fitness+This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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macOS 27.3 Brings Live Activities to Macs Without Dynamic Island | MacRumors
macOS 27.3 Brings Live Activities to Macs Without Dynamic Island
The new MacBook Pro models with touch-enabled OLED displays feature the Dynamic Island instead of a notch, and it includes support for Live Activities. Fortunately, other Apple silicon Macs will not entirely miss out, as the macOS 27.3 update enables Live Activities for apps like Apple Music, Clock, and Voice Memos in the macOS menu bar. The first macOS 27.3 developer beta released this week enables Live Activities support in the menu bar for several of Apple's built-in apps, along with things like screen recording. The update is expected to be released in December. Third-party Mac apps can also implement Live Activities support now. "With Live Activities, users can now get timely updates at a glance, and can accept an AirDrop request or pause a song with a tap of their finger," explained Apple, in its press release for the MacBook Pro models with OLED displays. macOS 26 and later already supported Live Activities mirrored from an iPhone.Related Roundup: macOS Golden GateTags: Dynamic Island, Live ActivitiesRelated Forum: macOS Golden GateThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple TV Reportedly Planning 'Silo' Spinoff | MacRumors
Apple TV Reportedly Planning 'Silo' Spinoff
Apple TV is developing a "Silo" spinoff tied to Hugh Howey's upcoming Silo book trilogy, according to Apple TV commentator and podcaster Sigmund Judge. He said pre-production will begin later this year, with the books expected next summer. Hiring has apparently begun and some sets remain standing after season four wrapped in March. The reported project would follow the show's fourth and final season.Related Roundup: Apple TVTag: Apple TV ShowsBuyer's Guide: Apple TV (Buy Now)Related Forum: Apple TV and Home TheaterThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Is It Worth Buying a Titanium Apple Watch? | MacRumors
Is It Worth Buying a Titanium Apple Watch?
The Apple Watch Series 12's titanium option offers a premium metallic finish and sapphire crystal, sitting between the more affordable aluminum model and the higher-priced ceramic version. Is it worth choosing? The titanium Apple Watch starts at $699, compared to $399 for aluminum. Available in Natural and Radiant Gold with a polished finish, it offers a more traditional watch aesthetic than the matte aluminum models. There are designer Apple Watch Hermès options too. One of the main practical benefits is its sapphire front crystal, which is highly resistant to scratches. The aluminum Series 12 instead features Ceramic Shield 2, replacing the Ion-X glass used on previous generations. Titanium is heavier than aluminum, so buyers who prioritize a lightweight watch for workouts and sleep tracking may prefer the cheaper option. The titanium models also include cellular connectivity as standard, while aluminum models offer a choice of GPS or GPS and Cellular. The $300 difference between their starting prices therefore covers more than the case material and front crystal; if you already intend to buy a cellular Apple Watch, the additional cost of choosing titanium is smaller. Titanium pairs particularly well with premium bands such as Apple's Link Bracelet or Milanese Loop. Its polished finish gives it a dressier appearance, although it can still be paired with rubber or woven bands for workouts and everyday use. For buyers who wear their Apple Watch throughout the day, including in formal settings, this versatility may be the best reason to pay more. Internally, the titanium Apple Watch Series 12 offers the same chip, sensors, display technology, and battery life as the aluminum and ceramic versions. Paying more for titanium does not unlock additional features. Ceramic's return means titanium is no longer the only premium alternative to aluminum. The Series 12's Pearl White and Night Blue ceramic cases also feature sapphire front crystal, so scratch resistance alone is not a reason to choose titanium over ceramic. Titanium is lighter than ceramic and offers a metallic appearance that may be easier to match with metal bracelets, while ceramic provides a more striking look, particularly in Pearl White. Most customers will struggle to justify the extra cost of titanium. It is worth considering if you particularly want its polished metallic finish and sapphire crystal, especially if you were already planning to buy a cellular model. If you mainly want the polished finish and sapphire crystal, a discounted titanium Series 10 or Series 11 may also be worth considering. The titanium Series 12 also starts at just $100 less than the Apple Watch Ultra 4. For another $100, the Ultra offers longer battery life and a more rugged design. The titanium Series 12 makes more sense if you want a premium Apple Watch with slimmer proportions and a more traditional appearance. Do you think the titanium Apple Watch models are worth buying? Let us know in the comments. Related Roundup: Apple Watch 12Buyer's Guide: Apple Watch (Buy Now)Related Forum: Apple WatchThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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04:24 pm
macOS 27.3 Includes an Important Security Fix | MacRumors
macOS 27.3 Includes an Important Security Fix
The first macOS 27.3 developer beta includes an important security fix that prevents command-line tools from accepting eMudhra's compromised web certificates. Specifically, the update removes the affected certificates from the /etc/ssl/cert.pem file. macOS 27.3 is not expected to be released to the public until December, but a macOS 27.2.1 update will likely arrive sooner with the same security fix. If you do not wish to update your Mac at this time, you can opt to manually remove the affected certificates from your computer's /etc/ssl/cert.pem file by following the instructions outlined in Apple's support document related to this matter. If you do not use command-line tools via Terminal or similar, you are already fully protected. Apple said it has been blocking eMudhra's compromised TLS web certificates since October 19 in Safari, Mail, and other apps that use Apple's networking and security frameworks, across all of its software platforms. The certificates are blocked automatically with no software update required, so most users do not need to take any action. This all comes after a security researcher last month discovered that private cryptographic keys associated with eight of Indian company eMudhra's intermediate certificate authority (CA) certificates were weak. The compromised keys could have allowed attackers to impersonate legitimate websites, potentially putting users' sensitive information at risk. So far, no evidence has surfaced that indicates the keys were exploited maliciously.Related Roundup: macOS Golden GateTag: macOS SecurityRelated Forum: macOS Golden GateThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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03:07 pm
Massive Sale Hits Apple Watch Ultra 3 With Record Low $250 Discounts | MacRumors
Massive Sale Hits Apple Watch Ultra 3 With Record Low $250 Discounts
Best Buy today has a big collection of Apple Watch Ultra 3 models for $549.00, down from $799.00. This is a massive $250 discount on the previous-generation device, and it represents a new all-time low price on these models. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. You'll find both Black and Natural Apple Watch Ultra 3 models on sale at this record low price at Best Buy, with both delivery and pick-up options available to shoppers. A similar deal is available on Milanese Loop models as well, priced at $649.00 at Best Buy and Amazon, down from $899.00. $250 OFFApple Watch Ultra 3 for $549.00 $250 OFFApple Watch Ultra 3 (Milanese Loop) for $649.00 For a detailed breakdown on the similarities and differences between the Ultra 3 and Ultra 4, you can check out our Apple Watch Ultra 3 vs. Ultra 4 Buyer's Guide. If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find during the holidays? You can sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Does HomePod Mini 2 Have Improved Sound? Here's What Reviews Say | MacRumors
Does HomePod Mini 2 Have Improved Sound? Here's What Reviews Say
Apple's press release for the HomePod mini 2 last month touted "rich sound" and "advanced computational audio," but it did not explicitly mention if the second-generation model has better sound compared to the original. A few early reviews of the speaker, however, said that audio quality has in fact improved. Apple's tech specs pages for both the HomePod mini 2 and the original HomePod mini mention a "full-range driver" and "dual passive radiators for deep bass and crisp high frequencies," so the core speaker hardware is seemingly unchanged. However, the HomePod mini 2 is equipped with a much newer S10 chip that could use advanced algorithms to optimize sound in an improved manner compared to the S5 chip in the original model. CNET's Tyler Lacoma said the HomePod mini 2 has "much better sound" than the original model. From his article:Playing the same audio at the same volume on each speaker, I repeatedly switched between them while streaming Apple Lossless audio via Apple Music. The results were always the same: The new Mini 2 had significantly greater range and louder, clearer audio than the first HomePod Mini. It wasn't just noticeable: It was a big enough difference to completely change my mind about a speaker that didn't seem worth it on paper. If you want sound that can actually fill a room without losing quality, the HomePod Mini 2 is by far the preferable pick.Cult of Mac's Ed Hardy said likewise:To my ears, the second-gen version sounds noticeably better. Especially the stronger bass. I did a side-by-side comparison with HomePod mini 2 and my original model, and the new model definitely came out ahead.Another benefit of the S10 chip that Apple did not emphasize: Siri is apparently much faster for basic requests such as playing a song and smart home commands, according to The Verge's Jennifer Pattison Tuohy. However, this is based on what Apple now calls Siri Classic, as the more intelligent and personalized Siri AI will not be available on the HomePod mini 2 until a future software update, according to Apple. From her article:The Mini 2 is so much faster than the first-gen Mini, playing music in a few seconds and responding to smart home commands just as quickly. If you're fed up with standing over your HomePod waiting for it to finally do what you asked, then that alone is worth the upgrade.The new HomePod mini was released last week, with U.S. pricing set at $149.Related Roundup: HomePod mini 2Buyer's Guide: HomePod Mini (Buy Now)Related Forum: HomePod, HomeView, CarPlay – Home & Auto TechThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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02:39 pm
macOS 27.3 Makes Markdown Files Easier to Read | MacRumors
macOS 27.3 Makes Markdown Files Easier to Read
macOS 27.3 adds native Markdown rendering to Quick Look, allowing users to preview .md files with their formatting applied. In the first beta of macOS 27.3, Quick Look displays styled headings, bold text, lists, and links when previewing Markdown documents. Selecting a file in Finder and pressing the Space bar brings up a readable preview, without requiring a separate editor or Quick Look extension. The addition builds on Apple's broader adoption of Markdown. Notes gained Markdown import and export with iOS 26, while iOS 27 introduced Markdown copy and paste, allowing users to paste Markdown as formatted text or copy rich text in Markdown format. Apple's new Siri AI app skills also use Markdown. According to Apple's developer documentation, developers can bundle SKILL.md files with their apps to explain how ‌Siri‌ should handle tasks involving app actions. Apple released the first macOS 27.3 developer beta yesterday.Related Roundup: macOS Golden GateTag: Siri AIRelated Forum: macOS Golden GateThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Thursday October 22
06:00 pm
Offer your subscriptions to businesses and schools | ADC Headlines
Offer your subscriptions to businesses and schools
Starting today, organizations and educational institutions can purchase subscriptions to apps in volume with multiseat purchasing. This makes it easy for organizations that use Apple Business or Apple School Manager to discover and purchase your auto-renewable subscription. Organizations can purchase the seats they need through a single Apple In-App Purchase, then assign and manage those seats using their existing device management tools. Organizations can also add and remove seats at any time depending on their needs.Multiseat purchasing for subscriptions is enabled by default in App Store Connect, unless you’ve previously adjusted this setting. This makes your subscription available for purchase through Apple Business, Apple School Manager, and the App Store. You can change these availability options at any time.Note about multiseat purchasing and groups Multiseat purchasing in App Store Connect also supports subscriptions for groups. Beginning October 28, 2026, you can configure and test your group purchases in your Sandbox Apple Account to prepare for launch. This winter, group purchases will be available on the App Store, letting people buy multiple seats for your subscription and invite others to access it.Manage purchase options for an auto-renewable subscription App Store Connect API: Configuring multiseat subscriptions for organizationsOffer subscriptions to groups and organizations
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Tuesday October 13
10:00 pm
Updated Apple Developer Program License Agreement now available | ADC Headlines
Updated Apple Developer Program License Agreement now available
The Apple Developer Program License Agreement has been revised to support new features and updated policies, and to provide clarification. Please review the changes below and sign in to your account to accept the updated terms. Section 3.2: Updated security and related requirements for using Apple’s software and services. Definitions, Section 3.3.8(j): Specified terms for use of the Live Assistance API. Definitions, Section 3.3.8(k): Specified terms for use of the App Replacement Entitlement. Definitions, Definitions, Sections 6.4, 6.4.1, 6.4.2: Specified terms for iOS app widgets on Apple HomeView and availability of iOS apps for CarPlay on Apple HomeView. Schedule 2, Sections 1.1(b), 1.2(d)(iv), 3.1, 3.8(c): Specified terms for offering multiple seats for a subscription through Group Purchases. Schedule 3, Sections 1.1(b), 1.2(d)(iii), 3.1, 3.8(a), 3.8(c): Specified terms for offering subscriptions to Apple Business and Apple School Manager organizations through Volume Purchasing. Schedule 2, Section 3.3(a); Schedule 3, Section 3.3(a): Specifies that Apple will report legally required information such as tax, sales, and contact details to tax authorities. Schedule 2, Section 3.3(b); Schedule 3, Section 3.3(b): Restricts the use of any customer tax information shared by Apple with developers to only those purposes mandated by law. Translations of the updated agreement will be available on the Apple Developer website within one month.
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Tuesday October 06
03:00 pm
Hello Developer: October 2026 | ADC Headlines
Hello Developer: October 2026
In this edition: Get tips on submitting your iPhone Duo app. Sign up for new iPhone Duo Group Labs. Join us for a new developer event on speed and efficiency. Explore localized documentation. Browse new App Store creative assets. Read now
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Hello Developer: October 2026 | ADC Headlines
Hello Developer: October 2026
In this edition: Get tips on submitting your iPhone Duo app. Sign up for new iPhone Duo Group Labs. Join us for a new developer event on speed and efficiency. Explore localized documentation. Browse new App Store creative assets. Read now
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Hello Developer: October 2026 | ADC Headlines
Hello Developer: October 2026
In this edition: Get tips on submitting your iPhone Duo app. Sign up for new iPhone Duo Group Labs. Join us for a new developer event on speed and efficiency. Explore localized documentation. Browse new App Store creative assets. Read now
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Hello Developer: October 2026 | ADC Headlines
Hello Developer: October 2026
In this edition: Get tips on submitting your iPhone Duo app. Sign up for new iPhone Duo Group Labs. Join us for a new developer event on speed and efficiency. Explore localized documentation. Browse new App Store creative assets. Read now
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Hello Developer: October 2026 | ADC Headlines
Hello Developer: October 2026
In this edition: Get tips on submitting your iPhone Duo app. Sign up for new iPhone Duo Group Labs. Join us for a new developer event on speed and efficiency. Explore localized documentation. Browse new App Store creative assets. Read now
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Hello Developer: October 2026 | ADC Headlines
Hello Developer: October 2026
In this edition: Get tips on submitting your iPhone Duo app. Sign up for new iPhone Duo Group Labs. Join us for a new developer event on speed and efficiency. Explore localized documentation. Browse new App Store creative assets. Read now
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Hello Developer: October 2026 | ADC Headlines
Hello Developer: October 2026
In this edition: Get tips on submitting your iPhone Duo app. Sign up for new iPhone Duo Group Labs. Join us for a new developer event on speed and efficiency. Explore localized documentation. Browse new App Store creative assets. Read now
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Hello Developer: October 2026 | ADC Headlines
Hello Developer: October 2026
In this edition: Get tips on submitting your iPhone Duo app. Sign up for new iPhone Duo Group Labs. Join us for a new developer event on speed and efficiency. Explore localized documentation. Browse new App Store creative assets. Read now
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Hello Developer: October 2026 | ADC Headlines
Hello Developer: October 2026
In this edition: Get tips on submitting your iPhone Duo app. Sign up for new iPhone Duo Group Labs. Join us for a new developer event on speed and efficiency. Explore localized documentation. Browse new App Store creative assets. Read now
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Hello Developer: October 2026 | ADC Headlines
Hello Developer: October 2026
In this edition: Get tips on submitting your iPhone Duo app. Sign up for new iPhone Duo Group Labs. Join us for a new developer event on speed and efficiency. Explore localized documentation. Browse new App Store creative assets. Read now
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Hello Developer: October 2026 | ADC Headlines
Hello Developer: October 2026
In this edition: Get tips on submitting your iPhone Duo app. Sign up for new iPhone Duo Group Labs. Join us for a new developer event on speed and efficiency. Explore localized documentation. Browse new App Store creative assets. Read now
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Hello Developer: October 2026 | ADC Headlines
Hello Developer: October 2026
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Hello Developer: October 2026 | ADC Headlines
Hello Developer: October 2026
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Thursday November 05
04:36 am
Want to Rent an Internet Address at the White House? | Krebs on Security
Want to Rent an Internet Address at the White House?
Several staffers at the White House are using computers or mobile devices equipped with residential proxy services that render their internet address available for others to rent, security experts warned today. One of the proxy services is a Russian company whose founder's web hosting business was ground zero for cyberattacks against election systems in Arizona and Illinois in 2016.
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Tuesday November 03
02:24 am
Tech Firms Dismantle Botnet That Turned 1.3M TV Boxes Into Proxies | Krebs on Security
Tech Firms Dismantle Botnet That Turned 1.3M TV Boxes Into Proxies
Google said today it worked with industry partners to dismantle a botnet made up of more than 1.3 million Android TV set-top boxes that ship with malicious software which secretly rents the user's Internet connection out to strangers and conducts advertising fraud. Experts involved in the takedown say the action is likely to sever the botnet's access to more than 10 million additional compromised systems, including other Internet of Things (IoT) products such as Android-based healthcare devices and karaoke machines.
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Wednesday October 21
03:26 pm
Widespread PHP Flaw May Cause Many Site Outages Today | Krebs on Security
Widespread PHP Flaw May Cause Many Site Outages Today
Expect to see quite a few websites serving "404" or "Page Not Found" errors today: Nearly 70 percent of websites need to update their core software to fix a pair of vulnerabilities that allow an attacker to seize full control over affected servers. Experts say there are working exploits for the flaws, and that these critical bugs are already being exploited in the wild.
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Monday October 19
01:48 pm
Feds Suspect Ransom Negotiator Ran ShinyHunters Extortion Site | Krebs on Security
Feds Suspect Ransom Negotiator Ran ShinyHunters Extortion Site
U.S. federal investigators pursuing the ShinyHunters hacking group that recently stole highly sensitive data from the FBI have identified executives at two different ransomware negotiation firms who maintained unusually close relations with the extortion group, KrebsOnSecurity has learned. Sources close to the investigation say one of the executives in the United States even helped ShinyHunters operate a website that pressured victims into paying a ransom.
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Wednesday October 14
02:22 pm
U.K. Sanctions Cryptomus for RU Money Laundering | Krebs on Security
U.K. Sanctions Cryptomus for RU Money Laundering
The United Kingdom has issued economic sanctions against Cryptomus, a chameleonic cryptocurrency platform that experts say serves as a major conduit for payments related to ransomware, narcotics, darknet markets, fraud and cybercrime services that are helping Russia circumvent existing financial restrictions.
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Tuesday October 13
11:24 pm
Microsoft Patches More Than 1,400 Security Flaws | Krebs on Security
Microsoft Patches More Than 1,400 Security Flaws
Microsoft today issued updates to fix more than 1,400 security vulnerabilities in its Windows operating systems and other software. Today's epic patch batch dwarfs September's record of nearly 1,000 fixes, which was already about ten times the normal monthly patch load from Redmond.
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Saturday October 10
12:17 am
FBI Arrests Founder of Ransomware Negotiation Firm | Krebs on Security
FBI Arrests Founder of Ransomware Negotiation Firm
Agents with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on Thursday arrested the co-founder of a Canadian cybersecurity firm in connection with an investigation into the ShinyHunters hacking group that recently relieved the FBI of sensitive data on thousands of agents, multiple sources tell KrebsOnSecurity.
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Wednesday October 07
01:48 pm
ShinyHunters Extorted Boeing Spin-off Prior to Arrests | Krebs on Security
ShinyHunters Extorted Boeing Spin-off Prior to Arrests
A teenager from Amman, Jordan suspected of leading the prolific data theft and extortion group ShinyHunters has been detained and is reportedly cooperating with the FBI to identify other members of the hacking gang. KrebsOnSecurity has learned that the suspect, who uses the hacker handle "Rey," was detained as ShinyHunters was in the process of extorting a business unit recently divested by the global aerospace company Boeing, which manufactures the fleet of planes used by the employer of Rey's father -- Royal Jordanian Airlines.
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Wednesday September 30
07:24 am
Is your old iPad still safe to use? Security updates and support explained | Intego Mac Security
Is your old iPad still safe to use? Security updates and support explained
When Apple stops issuing security updates for older iPads, they become unsafe to use. But exactly how long can you safely keep using an old iPad? The post first appeared on The Mac Security Blog.
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Tuesday September 29
07:36 am
What is SMS? What SMS text messages mean and how they work | Intego Mac Security
What is SMS? What SMS text messages mean and how they work
SMS text messaging is ubiquitous and here to stay. But given its lack of encryption, is it safe to rely on SMS for two-factor authentication? Here are the key things to know about SMS, MMS, and more modern texting standards. The post first appeared on The Mac Security Blog.
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06:31 am
What’s the difference between malware, a virus, a Trojan, and a worm? | Intego Mac Security
What’s the difference between malware, a virus, a Trojan, and a worm?
Viruses, worms, and Trojans are all types of malware, but the names describe different ways malicious software operates. A virus relies on an infected file or program, a worm can reproduce and spread on its own once active, and a Trojan relies on disguise to persuade you to open or install it. This guide defines […] The post first appeared on The Mac Security Blog.
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Tuesday November 03
06:24 pm
Redesigned Health app expands language support | Apple Newsroom
Redesigned Health app expands language support
Apple announced expanded language support for the redesigned Health app, bringing personalized health insights to millions of people worldwide.
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Wednesday October 28
05:09 pm
Apple unveils groundbreaking MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display | Apple Newsroom
Apple unveils groundbreaking MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display
Apple today introduced the all-new MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display featuring breakthrough tandem OLED technology.
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Tuesday October 27
12:59 pm
Apple introduces the new 14-inch MacBook Pro with M6 | Apple Newsroom
Apple introduces the new 14-inch MacBook Pro with M6
Apple today announced the new 14-inch MacBook Pro with M6, delivering more performance, powerful on-device AI capabilities, and faster connectivity.
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12:59 pm
Apple unveils new iMac with M6 | Apple Newsroom
Apple unveils new iMac with M6
Apple today announced the new iMac featuring the superfast M6, delivering even more performance and powerful AI capabilities.
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12:58 pm
Apple Creator Studio adds powerful new AI features and even more creative tools | Apple Newsroom
Apple Creator Studio adds powerful new AI features and even more creative tools
Apple introduces updates to Apple Creator Studio, the collection of creative apps designed to put studio-grade tools into the hands of creators.
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Monday October 26
06:37 pm
Siri AI is available in more languages starting today | Apple Newsroom
Siri AI is available in more languages starting today
With the 27.2 software updates released today, Siri AI is expanding to French, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, and Spanish.
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01:00 pm
Apple gives iPad mini its biggest update ever | Apple Newsroom
Apple gives iPad mini its biggest update ever
Apple unveils the all-new iPad mini, featuring an OLED display in a thinner design, a leap in performance with A20 Pro, and water and dust resistance.
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Friday October 23
06:10 am
iPhone Duo arrives at Apple Store locations worldwide | Apple Newsroom
iPhone Duo arrives at Apple Store locations worldwide
On Friday, October 23, the highly anticipated iPhone Duo made its debut at Apple Store locations worldwide.
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Thursday October 22
12:59 pm
Formula 1® United States Grand Prix™ streams live on Apple TV this weekend | Apple Newsroom
Formula 1® United States Grand Prix™ streams live on Apple TV this weekend
Formula 1® returns to the U.S. this weekend with the United States Grand Prix™, streaming in the U.S. exclusively on Apple TV.
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11:59 am
Developers bring incredible new app experiences to iPhone Duo | Apple Newsroom
Developers bring incredible new app experiences to iPhone Duo
Starting this Friday, iPhone Duo users can discover amazing apps and games optimized for the first foldable iPhone.
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Tuesday October 20
02:59 pm
Apple unveils the 2026 Designers of Tomorrow | Apple Newsroom
Apple unveils the 2026 Designers of Tomorrow
Apple’s Designers of Tomorrow showcase returns to spotlight the best in emerging talent, this time focusing on the theme of presence.
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12:00 pm
Apple announces American Manufacturing Program partners for latest iPhone lineup | Apple Newsroom
Apple announces American Manufacturing Program partners for latest iPhone lineup
Apple announced new and expanded partnerships with American companies that are supplying critical materials and components for iPhone Duo and iPhone 18 Pro.
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Wednesday October 14
05:39 pm
Bünyamin Aydın’s new collection, “From Earth to Sky,” soars with iPad Pro | Apple Newsroom
Bünyamin Aydın’s new collection, “From Earth to Sky,” soars with iPad Pro
Bünyamin Aydın brought together Turkish heritage, rock influences, and futurism for a landmark fashion show in Cappadocia shot on iPhone 18 Pro Max.
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Tuesday October 13
12:59 pm
Meet Apple HomeView, a new way to enjoy entertainment and manage the home | Apple Newsroom
Meet Apple HomeView, a new way to enjoy entertainment and manage the home
Apple today introduced Apple HomeView, designed to be central to the home and personal to everyone in it.
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12:59 pm
Meet Apple HomeView, a new way to enjoy entertainment and manage the home | Apple Newsroom
Meet Apple HomeView, a new way to enjoy entertainment and manage the home
Apple today introduced Apple HomeView, designed to be central to the home and personal to everyone in it.
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12:59 pm
Meet Apple HomeView, a new way to enjoy entertainment and manage the home | Apple Newsroom
Meet Apple HomeView, a new way to enjoy entertainment and manage the home
Apple today introduced Apple HomeView, designed to be central to the home and personal to everyone in it.
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12:59 pm
Meet Apple HomeView, a new way to enjoy entertainment and manage the home | Apple Newsroom
Meet Apple HomeView, a new way to enjoy entertainment and manage the home
Apple today introduced Apple HomeView, designed to be central to the home and personal to everyone in it.
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12:59 pm
Meet Apple HomeView, a new way to enjoy entertainment and manage the home | Apple Newsroom
Meet Apple HomeView, a new way to enjoy entertainment and manage the home
Apple today introduced Apple HomeView, designed to be central to the home and personal to everyone in it.
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12:59 pm
Meet Apple HomeView, a new way to enjoy entertainment and manage the home | Apple Newsroom
Meet Apple HomeView, a new way to enjoy entertainment and manage the home
Apple today introduced Apple HomeView, designed to be central to the home and personal to everyone in it.
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12:59 pm
Meet Apple HomeView, a new way to enjoy entertainment and manage the home | Apple Newsroom
Meet Apple HomeView, a new way to enjoy entertainment and manage the home
Apple today introduced Apple HomeView, designed to be central to the home and personal to everyone in it.
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12:59 pm
Meet Apple HomeView, a new way to enjoy entertainment and manage the home | Apple Newsroom
Meet Apple HomeView, a new way to enjoy entertainment and manage the home
Apple today introduced Apple HomeView, designed to be central to the home and personal to everyone in it.
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12:59 pm
Meet Apple HomeView, a new way to enjoy entertainment and manage the home | Apple Newsroom
Meet Apple HomeView, a new way to enjoy entertainment and manage the home
Apple today introduced Apple HomeView, designed to be central to the home and personal to everyone in it.
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12:59 pm
Meet Apple HomeView, a new way to enjoy entertainment and manage the home | Apple Newsroom
Meet Apple HomeView, a new way to enjoy entertainment and manage the home
Apple today introduced Apple HomeView, designed to be central to the home and personal to everyone in it.
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12:58 pm
Apple unveils the new Apple TV 4K, supercharged by Siri AI | Apple Newsroom
Apple unveils the new Apple TV 4K, supercharged by Siri AI
Apple today announced the next generation of Apple TV 4K, delivering its most immersive home theater experience yet.
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12:57 pm
Apple announces the next generation of HomePod mini | Apple Newsroom
Apple announces the next generation of HomePod mini
Apple today announced HomePod mini 2, featuring Siri AI, gorgeous new colors, and enhanced audio experiences.
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Thursday November 05
36 minutes ago
LogMeIn Rescue, Pro, Central, and G2ARS v5 – Session failures | GoToMeeting
LogMeIn Rescue, Pro, Central, and G2ARS v5 – Session failures
Nov 5, 15:36 UTC Investigating - We are actively investigating reports that some LogMeIn Rescue and G2ARS v5 customers may be experiencing attended session not starting and unattended devices not deployed.Our engineers are working to identify the issue and will provide another update shortly.
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36 minutes ago
LogMeIn Rescue, Pro, Central, and G2ARS v5 – Session failures | GoToMeeting
LogMeIn Rescue, Pro, Central, and G2ARS v5 – Session failures
Nov 5, 15:36 UTC Investigating - We are actively investigating reports that some LogMeIn Rescue and G2ARS v5 customers may be experiencing attended session not starting and unattended devices not deployed.Our engineers are working to identify the issue and will provide another update shortly.
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1 hour ago
GIG (Rio de Janeiro) on 2026-11-06 | CloudFlare
GIG (Rio de Janeiro) on 2026-11-06
Nov 5, 14:40 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in GIG (Rio de Janeiro) datacenter on 2026-11-06 between 05:30 and 11:30 UTC. Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.
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1 hour ago
Elevated errors for R2 in Asia Pacific | CloudFlare
Elevated errors for R2 in Asia Pacific
Nov 5, 15:05 UTCInvestigating - Some users may experience elevated errors in Cloudflare R2 in Asia Pacific region
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02:26 pm
PDX (Portland) on 2026-11-08 | CloudFlare
PDX (Portland) on 2026-11-08
Nov 5, 14:14 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in PDX (Portland) datacenter on 2026-11-08 between 09:30 and 14:30 UTC. Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.
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01:55 pm
PHX (Phoenix) on 2026-11-06 | CloudFlare
PHX (Phoenix) on 2026-11-06
Nov 5, 13:51 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in PHX (Phoenix) datacenter on 2026-11-06 between 09:00 and 14:00 UTC. Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.
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01:23 pm
Increased Errors for Durable Objects in Western Europe | CloudFlare
Increased Errors for Durable Objects in Western Europe
Nov 5, 13:23 UTCMonitoring - Cloudflare investigated an issue that caused an increase of errors for Durable Objects in Western Europe. The issue has been resolved and we are monitoring the results.
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01:09 pm
ARN (Stockholm) on 2026-11-11 | CloudFlare
ARN (Stockholm) on 2026-11-11
Nov 5, 12:44 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in ARN (Stockholm) datacenter on 2026-11-11 between 01:00 and 05:00 UTC. Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.
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12:58 pm
Emerging Host Issue | Linode
Emerging Host Issue
Nov 5, 12:58 UTC Investigating - We are currently investigating issues affecting Linode migrations and booting for some hosts across all regions. Our team is actively working on a resolution. We will share additional updates as we have more information.
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12:08 pm
Japan SMS Carrier Maintenance – SoftBank Mobile | Twilio
Japan SMS Carrier Maintenance – SoftBank Mobile
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Nov 5, 07:00 - 09:00 PST Nov 5, 03:47 PST Scheduled - The SoftBank Mobile network in Japan is conducting a planned maintenance from 05 November 2026 at 07:00 PST until 05 November 2026 at 09:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to SoftBank Mobile Japan handsets.We are aware of the short notice and are working with our Carrier Partners to provide earlier notification where possible.
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12:07 pm
Malaysia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Red One | Twilio
Malaysia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Red One
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Nov 12, 06:00 - 09:00 PST Nov 5, 03:44 PST Scheduled - The Red One network in Malaysia is conducting a planned maintenance from 12 November 2026 at 06:00 PST until 12 November 2026 at 09:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to Red One Malaysia handsets.
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12:07 pm
Japan SMS Carrier Maintenance – SoftBank Mobile | Twilio
Japan SMS Carrier Maintenance – SoftBank Mobile
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Nov 9, 07:00 - 09:00 PST Nov 5, 03:47 PST Scheduled - The SoftBank Mobile network in Japan is conducting a planned maintenance from 09 November 2026 at 07:00 PST until 09 November 2026 at 09:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to SoftBank Mobile Japan handsets.
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12:07 pm
Japan SMS Carrier Maintenance – SoftBank Mobile | Twilio
Japan SMS Carrier Maintenance – SoftBank Mobile
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Nov 6, 07:00 - 09:00 PST Nov 5, 03:47 PST Scheduled - The SoftBank Mobile network in Japan is conducting a planned maintenance from 06 November 2026 at 07:00 PST until 06 November 2026 at 09:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to SoftBank Mobile Japan handsets.
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12:07 pm
United Kingdom Account Security Carrier Partner Maintenance – Vodafone | Twilio
United Kingdom Account Security Carrier Partner Maintenance – Vodafone
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Nov 5, 14:30 - 20:15 PST Nov 5, 03:44 PST Scheduled - Our carrier partner Vodafone United Kingdom is conducting a planned maintenance from 05 November 2026 at 14:30 PST until 05 November 2026 at 20:15 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent API request failures for Vodafone United Kingdom customers.Impacted Products: Legacy Identity MatchAndAttributes, Lookup SIM Swap, Lookup Identity MatchWe are aware of the short notice and are working with our Carrier Partners to provide earlier notification where possible.
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11:29 am
DFW (Dallas) on 2026-11-05 | CloudFlare
DFW (Dallas) on 2026-11-05
Nov 5, 11:29 UTCIn Progress - Scheduled maintenance is currently in progress. We will provide updates as necessary.Nov 5, 11:28 UTCScheduled - Scheduled maintenance in DFW (Dallas) datacenter is currently in progress and is expected to complete at 2026-11-05 13:00 UTC. Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.
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09:59 am
STL (St. Louis) on 2026-11-06 | CloudFlare
STL (St. Louis) on 2026-11-06
Nov 5, 09:50 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in STL (St. Louis) datacenter on 2026-11-06 between 08:00 and 13:00 UTC. Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.
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09:22 am
BOG (Bogotá) on 2026-11-06 | CloudFlare
BOG (Bogotá) on 2026-11-06
Nov 5, 09:18 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in BOG (Bogotá) datacenter on 2026-11-06 between 07:00 and 17:00 UTC. Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.
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07:39 am
Malaysia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Celcom | Twilio
Malaysia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Celcom
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Nov 12, 06:00 - 09:00 PST Nov 4, 23:24 PST Scheduled - The Celcom network in Malaysia is conducting a planned maintenance from 12 November 2026 at 06:00 PST until 12 November 2026 at 09:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to and from Celcom Malaysia handsets.
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04:38 am
DFW (Dallas) on 2026-11-05 | CloudFlare
DFW (Dallas) on 2026-11-05
Nov 5, 04:29 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in DFW (Dallas) datacenter on 2026-11-05 between 07:00 and 13:00 UTC. Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.
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04:37 am
EWR (Newark) on 2026-11-05 | CloudFlare
EWR (Newark) on 2026-11-05
Nov 5, 04:29 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in EWR (Newark) datacenter on 2026-11-05 between 07:00 and 13:00 UTC. Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.
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Thursday November 05
02:38 pm
Week’s Best MacBook Air Deals, Save Up to $200 | MacPrices.net
Week’s Best MacBook Air Deals, Save Up to $200
Amazon and B&H are both offering $200 off Apple's M5 MacBook Air this week, with the 13-inch model down to $1,099 and the 15-inch model down to $1,299.The 13-inch M5 Air with 16GB of memory and a 512GB SSD is $1,099 at both retailers, and the 1TB version is $1,399 — both $200 off. The 15-inch M5 Air with 16GB and 512GB is $1,299 at both retailers, also $200 off, while the 1TB version is $1,599.99 at Amazon, down $199.01.Both sizes run Apple's M5 chip with 16GB of unified memory, a Liquid Retina display, MagSafe charging, and up to 18 hours of battery life in a thin, fanless design — the 13-inch for portability, the 15-inch for a bigger screen at the same saving.Get the 13-inch M5 MacBook Air for $1,099 at Amazon or B&H.For the latest prices and sales, see our 13-inch MacBook Air Price Tracker and 15-inch MacBook Air Price Tracker, updated regularly.
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02:35 pm
Amazon Drops Magic Keyboard for 10″ iPad to $199, Save $50 | MacPrices.net
Amazon Drops Magic Keyboard for 10″ iPad to $199, Save $50
Amazon has dropped Apple's Magic Keyboard for the 10.9-inch iPad to just $199, down $50 from its $249 list price — a 20% saving.The Magic Keyboard attaches magnetically and adds a full-size backlit keyboard with a trackpad, a floating cantilever design with an adjustable viewing angle, USB-C pass-through charging, and a Smart Connector connection with no pairing or charging needed.At $199 it is a sensible add-on for anyone who types on a 10.9-inch iPad every day — students, office workers, and anyone who wants a laptop-style setup without a second device. Check compatibility before ordering, as it fits 10.9-inch iPad models only.Get the Magic Keyboard for 10″ iPad for $199 at Amazon.For the latest prices and sales, see our iPad Magic Keyboards Price Tracker, updated regularly.
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Wednesday November 04
03:38 pm
Week’s Best iPhone Deals: Save $300 on iPhone 18 Pro Models | MacPrices.net
Week’s Best iPhone Deals: Save $300 on iPhone 18 Pro Models
This week's strongest iPhone deal is Metro by T-Mobile's iPhone 18 Pro Max 256GB for $999.99, $300 off its $1,299.99 price when you bring an eligible number to a qualifying plan.Metro also has the iPhone 18 Pro 256GB for $899.99, $300 off $1,199.99, while Total Wireless offers the iPhone 17e 256GB for $0 per month for 24 months through Total Wireless Edge, an offer ending November 4, 2026.Verizon's iPhone Duo 256GB is $1,999.99, or $41.66 per month for 48 months, paired with a $30-per-month Simplicity plan for a combined $72 per month for switchers, with no trade-in required.Get the iPhone 18 Pro Max for $999.99 at Metro by T-Mobile.For the latest prices and sales, see our iPhone Price Tracker, updated regularly.
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03:34 pm
Amazon Drops Apple Pencil Pro to $99, Save $30 | MacPrices.net
Amazon Drops Apple Pencil Pro to $99, Save $30
Amazon has dropped Apple's Pencil Pro to just $99, down $30 from its $129 list price — a 23% saving on Apple's most advanced iPad stylus.Pencil Pro adds a squeeze gesture for switching tools, barrel roll for precise control of shaped pen and brush tools, haptic feedback, and Find My support, and it attaches magnetically to compatible iPads for pairing and wireless charging.At $99 it is a sensible add-on for students, designers, and anyone who annotates, sketches, or marks up documents on a compatible iPad Pro, iPad Air, or iPad mini — check compatibility before ordering.Get the Apple Pencil Pro for $99 at Amazon.For the latest prices and sales, see our Apple Pencils Price Tracker, updated regularly.
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02:47 pm
B&H Launches Early Black Friday Sale on 13″ M5 MacBook Airs, Up to $200 Off | MacPrices.net
B&H Launches Early Black Friday Sale on 13″ M5 MacBook Airs, Up to $200 Off
B&H has launched early Black Friday specials on Apple's 13-inch M5 MacBook Air, with discounts of up to $200 on select configurations and prices starting at $1099. The sale includes the 16GB/512GB model starting at $1099, the 16GB/1TB configuration at $1399, and the 24GB/1TB model at $1599. All three feature Apple's M5 processor, a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display, and up to 18 hours of battery life. B&H is also offering free 1–2 day shipping on qualifying MacBook Air orders, making these early Black Friday prices worth a look ahead of the holiday shopping season. Shop B&H's 13-inch M5 MacBook Air specials, or visit our 13-inch MacBook Air Price Tracker for the latest prices and deals.
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Tuesday November 03
05:58 pm
B&H Expands Early Black Friday Mac mini Sale, Save Up to $150 | MacPrices.net
B&H Expands Early Black Friday Mac mini Sale, Save Up to $150
B&H has expanded its early Black Friday sale on Apple's latest Mac mini lineup, with discounts now available across current M6 and M5 Pro models. The base M6 Mac mini with 16GB RAM and a 256GB SSD is $779, down $120 from Apple's $899 MSRP, while the 16GB/512GB model is $949, saving $150. B&H is also discounting upgraded models, including the 24GB/512GB M6 Mac mini for $1149 and the more powerful M5 Pro Mac mini for $1549. Both represent savings of up to $150 compared with Apple's prices. These are among the best prices we've seen on Apple's current Mac mini lineup, and B&H is offering free 1-2 day shipping on qualifying configurations. Get the 16GB/256GB M6 Mac mini for $779 at B&H. For the latest prices and sales, see our Mac mini Price Tracker, updated daily.
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05:36 pm
Amazon Launches MacBook Neo Sale, Save Up to $30 on 256GB Models | MacPrices.net
Amazon Launches MacBook Neo Sale, Save Up to $30 on 256GB Models
Amazon has launched a rare sale on Apple's MacBook Neo, taking about $30 off select 256GB models and roughly $10 off 512GB configurations. Select 256GB MacBook Neo models are currently available for around $669, down from Apple's $699 price. Amazon has also dropped 512GB models to around $789.99, versus Apple's $799 price. The larger discount is currently available on select 256GB colors, including Silver, Citrus, and Blush. MacBook Neo discounts have been relatively uncommon since Apple adjusted pricing earlier this year, making today's sale noteworthy as early Black Friday shopping gets underway. Shop the 256GB MacBook Neo sale at Amazon. For the latest prices and sales, see our MacBook Neo Price Tracker, updated daily.
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05:30 pm
Amazon Drops M5 iPad Pros to $1,099.99, Save $99 | MacPrices.net
Amazon Drops M5 iPad Pros to $1,099.99, Save $99
Amazon has dropped the 11-inch M5 iPad Pro (256GB, Wi-Fi) to $1,099.99, down from $1,199, and the 13-inch model to $1,399.99, down from $1,499. Both deals save $99, while higher-storage models are discounted by up to $149, making this a strong time to buy Apple's flagship tablet for creative work, photo and video editing, drawing, and demanding everyday use.With its fast M5 chip, Ultra Retina XDR display, ProMotion refresh rates up to 120Hz, Face ID, and Thunderbolt connectivity, the Pro stays thin and portable while handling work that would strain a lesser tablet. The 11-inch model is easiest to carry, while the 13-inch model offers a larger canvas for artists and multitaskers.Get the M5 iPad Pro from $1,099.99 at Amazon, and compare every configuration on our iPad Pro price tracker before you choose a size or storage level.
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05:28 pm
Amazon Drops M4 iPad Airs to $649.99, Save $99 | MacPrices.net
Amazon Drops M4 iPad Airs to $649.99, Save $99
Amazon has dropped the 11-inch M4 iPad Air (128GB, Wi-Fi) to $649.99, down from $749, and the 13-inch model to $849.99, down from $949. Both deals save $99 and cover higher-storage models too, including the 256GB versions at $799.99 and $999.99, making this a strong time to buy Apple's thin, fast mid-range tablet for work, school, reading, and travel.With its M4 chip, bright Liquid Retina display, Touch ID, and USB-C charging, the Air handles note-taking, streaming, drawing, and everyday productivity with ease, while support for Apple Pencil Pro and the Magic Keyboard makes it a capable light laptop replacement. The 11-inch model is easiest to carry, while the 13-inch model offers more room for multitasking.Get the M4 iPad Air from $649.99 at Amazon, and compare every configuration on our iPad Air price tracker before you choose a size or storage level.
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04:58 pm
Week’s Best MacBook Pro Deals, Save Up to $500 | MacPrices.net
Week’s Best MacBook Pro Deals, Save Up to $500
This week's best MacBook Pro deals are led by a new cut on the 16-inch M5 Max with 48GB of memory and 2TB of storage in Black, down to $4,499 at Amazon — $500 off its $4,999 MSRP.Other verified deals include the 14-inch M5 Pro (18-core, 24GB / 2TB, Silver) at $2,817 at Amazon, down $382; the 16-inch M5 Pro (48GB / 1TB, Black) at $3,299 at Amazon, down $300; the 14-inch M5 Max (36GB / 2TB, Silver) at $3,799 at B&H, down $300; the 16-inch M5 Pro (24GB / 1TB) at $2,749.99 at Amazon, down $249.01; and the 14-inch M5 Pro (24GB / 1TB, Black) at $2,289 at B&H, down $210.Get the 16-inch M5 Max MacBook Pro for $4,499 at Amazon.For the latest prices and sales, see our 14-inch MacBook Pro Price Tracker and 16-inch MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated regularly.
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Monday November 02
04:17 pm
Week’s Best iPad Deals, Save Up to $99 | MacPrices.net
Week’s Best iPad Deals, Save Up to $99
This week's best iPad deals are all at Amazon, led by the 11-inch iPad (A16) from just $399, $50 off its $449 MSRP, with discounts up to $99 off.The 128GB WiFi model is $399 in all four colors, and the 512GB WiFi + Cellular model in Blue is $799.99, down from $899. Other configurations run $549 to $712.Magic Keyboards are discounted too: the 11-inch iPad Pro version is $215 (down $84 from $299), the 11-inch iPad Air version is $200 (down $69 from $269), the 13-inch iPad Air version is $250 (down $69 from $319), and the 10-inch iPad version is $199 (down $50 from $249).Get the 11-inch iPad (A16) for $399 at Amazon.For the latest prices and sales, see our 11-inch iPad Price Tracker and iPad Magic Keyboards Price Tracker, updated regularly.
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Sunday November 01
09:19 pm
🔥 Amazon is offering a $100 discount on Apple Watch Ultra 4 models | MacPrices.net
🔥 Amazon is offering a $100 discount on Apple Watch Ultra 4 models
Amazon has Apple Watch Ultra 4 models on sale for $100 off MSRP, dropping the Black Titanium model with Translucent Black Ocean Band, and a few others, to just $699.99. The renewed discount matches the record-low price available during October's Prime Day sale and returns as part of Amazon's early Black Friday promotions. The discounted Apple Watch Ultra 4 features a 49mm titanium case, Apple's S11 chip, an Always-On Retina display, precision dual-frequency GPS, and up to 50 hours of battery life. We checked Amazon's listing directly on November 1 and confirmed that the Black Titanium model with Translucent Black Ocean Band is new, in stock, and sold and shipped by Amazon.com for $699.99. Free shipping is available, and no coupon is required. Get the Apple Watch Ultra 4 for $699.99 at Amazon. For the latest prices and sales, see our Apple Watch Price Tracker, updated daily.
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Thursday November 05
11:28 am
Open-Box Apple MacBook Air M5 13.6″ Laptop (2026) for $1,169 + free shipping | DealNews Laptops
Open-Box Apple MacBook Air M5 13.6″ Laptop (2026) for $1,169 + free shipping
Using promo code "NICEFIND10" at eBay, this open-box MacBook Air drops to $1,169. You'd pay $230 more for a factory-sealed build today at Amazon, so this is a good price.This is a Certified Open Box unit that includes a 1-year Allstate Protection Plans warranty and 30-day free returns. Shipping is free and the coupon ends December 31. Buy Now at eBay
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03:49 am
Metapen Air8 Pro Stylus Pen for iPad for $16 + free shipping w/ Prime | DealNews Accessories
Metapen Air8 Pro Stylus Pen for iPad for $16 + free shipping w/ Prime
Update: The price has changed to $15.99 since this was originally published.Designed as a budget-friendly alternative to the Apple Pencil, this stylus suits iPad users who want basic palm-rejection and tilt sensitivity without the premium price tag. At $15.98, it's only a penny below the $15.99 list price, so you're essentially paying full price. Buy Now at Amazon Features Paper-like Air-Flex tip for quiet, scratch-free writing 20-hour battery life with 45-minute fast charge No Bluetooth pairing required Ultra-light 10g design prevents hand fatigue Built-in palm rejection for uninterrupted writing
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Wednesday November 04
08:07 pm
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet- Pink – G1K63LL/A – $2,379.00 | Refurb Tracker
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet- Pink – G1K63LL/A – $2,379.00
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet- Pink – G1K63LL/A $2,379.00 Originally released October 2024 24-inch 4.5K Retina display 24GB unified memory 2TB SSD 12MP Center Stage camera with support for Desk View Four Thunderbolt 4 ports Gigabit Ethernet Product page on the Apple Store…
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08:07 pm
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet- Pink – G1K64LL/A – $1,869.00 | Refurb Tracker
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet- Pink – G1K64LL/A – $1,869.00
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet- Pink – G1K64LL/A $1,869.00 Originally released October 2024 24-inch 4.5K Retina display 32GB unified memory 512GB SSD 12MP Center Stage camera with support for Desk View Four Thunderbolt 4 ports Gigabit Ethernet Product page on the Apple Store…
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08:07 pm
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet, Nano-texture glass – Pink – G1K61LL/A – $2,289.00 | Refurb Tracker
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet, Nano-texture glass – Pink – G1K61LL/A – $2,289.00
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet, Nano-texture glass - Pink – G1K61LL/A $2,289.00 Originally released October 2024 24-inch 4.5K Retina display 32GB unified memory 1TB SSD 12MP Center Stage camera with support for Desk View Four Thunderbolt 4 ports Gigabit Ethernet Product page on the Apple Store…
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02:53 pm
Apple Mac mini M6 Desktop Computer for $779 + free shipping | DealNews Laptops
Apple Mac mini M6 Desktop Computer for $779 + free shipping
This Mac mini with the new M6 chip is $120 off and the best price we've seen for it. Buy Now at Amazon
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02:53 pm
Apple Mac mini M6 Desktop Computer w/ 256GB SSD for $779 + free shipping | DealNews Laptops
Apple Mac mini M6 Desktop Computer w/ 256GB SSD for $779 + free shipping
This Mac mini with the new M6 chip is $120 off and the best price we've seen for it. Buy Now at Amazon
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02:45 pm
Apple MacBook Air 13″ M5 Laptop (2026) for $1,099 + free shipping | DealNews Laptops
Apple MacBook Air 13″ M5 Laptop (2026) for $1,099 + free shipping
This 2026 MacBook Air with the M5 chip is $200 off at Amazon; and below the 90-day average of $1,228. Shipping is free. Buy Now at Amazon
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01:46 pm
Apple MacBook Air M5 15.3″ Laptop w/ 16GB RAM & 512GB SSD for $1,300 + free shipping | DealNews Laptops
Apple MacBook Air M5 15.3″ Laptop w/ 16GB RAM & 512GB SSD for $1,300 + free shipping
This Apple MacBook Air is $199 off at Amazon. It pairs the M5 chip with 16GB of memory and a 512GB SSD in a 3.3-lb. body. Shipping is free. Buy Now at Amazon
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Tuesday November 03
11:46 pm
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet- Pink – FWV53LL/A – $1,529.00 | Refurb Tracker
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet- Pink – FWV53LL/A – $1,529.00
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet- Pink – FWV53LL/A $1,529.00 $1,799.00 −15% Originally released October 2024 24-inch 4.5K Retina display 16GB unified memory 512GB SSD 12MP Center Stage camera with support for Desk View Four Thunderbolt 4 ports Gigabit Ethernet Product page on the Apple Store…
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05:42 pm
Apple MacBook Pro M6 12-Core 14″ Laptop for Preorders for $2,000 w/ $100 Costco GC + free shipping | DealNews Laptops
Apple MacBook Pro M6 12-Core 14″ Laptop for Preorders for $2,000 w/ $100 Costco GC + free shipping
Costco includes 1 year of AppleCare+ with this MacBook Pro, which covers accidental damage and battery replacements. Buyers also get a $100 Costco Shop Card with purchase, valid 10/28/26 through 11/5/26. This model is available for presell and is expected to ship between 11/6/26 and 11/13/26. Costco membership is required. This deal ends November 5. Buy Now at Costco
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12:55 pm
Refurb Apple MacBook Air 13″ M1 Laptop (2020) for $348 + free shipping | DealNews Laptops
Refurb Apple MacBook Air 13″ M1 Laptop (2020) for $348 + free shipping
At eBay, use promo code “SAVE20TECH” to get this refurb Apple MacBook Air 13″ M1 Laptop for $348. A 1-year Allstate warranty is included. Shipping is free. Deal ends November 8. Buy Now at eBay Features Apple M1 8-Core CPU 13.3″ 2560×1600 Retina display 8GB RAM & 256GB SSD macOS Big Sur 11.0
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03:25 am
Logitech Flip Folio Keyboard Case for iPad Pro and iPad Air for $180 | DealNews Accessories
Logitech Flip Folio Keyboard Case for iPad Pro and iPad Air for $180
Worth a look if your iPad does double duty as a laptop replacement, since the kickstand and built-in keyboard let you prop it up and type without hauling around a separate case and accessory. Newegg's price makes it a reasonable add-on for anyone who already owns a compatible iPad Pro or Air. Buy Now at Newegg Features Fits iPad Pro 13-inch and Air models Protective folio keyboard case Stowable keyboard design Multi-device connectivity Model: Logitech Flip Folio
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Monday November 02
10:17 pm
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Blue – G1E55LL/A – $1,779.00 | Refurb Tracker
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Blue – G1E55LL/A – $1,779.00
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU - Blue – G1E55LL/A $1,779.00 Originally released October 2024 24-inch 4.5K Retina display 24GB unified memory 1TB SSD 12MP Center Stage camera with support for Desk View Two Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports Product page on the Apple Store…
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02:58 am
Willhom MacBook Pro 16-inch 2019 A2141 Left and Right Speaker Replacement for $75 | DealNews Laptops
Willhom MacBook Pro 16-inch 2019 A2141 Left and Right Speaker Replacement for $75
Your MacBook Pro's speakers crackling or cutting out doesn't mean the whole laptop is done for, and this replacement set gets both sides working again without a trip to the repair shop. It's built specifically for the 2019 16-inch A2141 model, so fit and compatibility aren't a guessing game. Buy Now at Newegg Features Compatible with MacBook Pro 16 inch 2019 2 watt RMS power per speaker Dynamic driver audio technology High-fidelity component replacement Precision fit for A2141 model
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