ToastKit for easy toasting https://github.com/Desp0o/ToastKit.git here is my new package called ToastKit. იt helps you quickly show customizable toast messages to your users I’d love to hear your thoughts and suggestions on how I can make it even better. Any feedback is very welcome submitted by /u/Forsaken-Brief-8049 [link] [comments]
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Pivot from iOS Programming I'm tempted to pivot away from iOS dev. I'm worried that Ai will replace most iOS jobs. I mean chatGPT is better at SwiftUI than me. And in future it will only get better. What are your thoughts about future proofing yourself in this line of work? submitted by /u/alanskimp [link] [comments]
iPhone 16 Camera Control button — the ultimate guide The Camera Control button is a new physical control on the side of the entire iPhone 16 lineup. Here's everything you need to know, and how to get the most out of it.Use the Camera Control button to improve your photosApple's Camera Control buttin is both physical and touch sensitive. With a firm press it will click like a real button, but a light-press gives you Taptic feedback like with Apple's Mac trackpads.Subscribe to AppleInsider on YouTube{"@context":"https://schema.org/","@type":"VideoObject","name":"iPhone 16 Camera Control Button: Everything You NEED To Know!","description":"Have a new iPhone 16? Here's how you can get the most out of the new Camera Control button. This capture button is touch-sensitive to make camera changes, take photos quicker, launch third-party apps, and much more.","thumbnailUrl":"https://i.ytimg.com/vi/5zmrT78ch0Y/sddefault.jpg","uploadDate":"2024-09-24T17:44:24Z","duration":"PT6M31S","embedUrl":"https://www.youtube.com/watch/?v=5zmrT78ch0Y"} Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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My app’s progress 2 months since launch — learned a lot! I've posted once before on this, highlighting my stats after a month of launching my workout app, but I thought it would be interesting to share once again! It's not often you see repeated status' on app's progress. So this is where I am after about 2 months (and a week). My first month I […]
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Big tech upset at Meta's poorly executed court document redactions After Meta failed to properly redact court documents containing competitive assessments, Apple, Google, and Snap lawyers express frustration at the lack of care around the sensitive data.Meta is parent company of Facebook, Instagram, WhatsAppMeta's antitrust case with the FTC continues, and it got off to a bad start Tuesday morning. Slides used in the hearing were made public, but Meta didn't redact them properly.According to The Verge's Lauren Feiner, who attended the hearing in person, lawyers from Apple, Google, and Snap complained about the poor handling of their sensitive data. Apple's lawyer echoed Snap's claims of "egregious" disclosures, citing that Apple can't trust Meta will protect internal information going forward. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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Moment SuperCage review: The ultimate iPhone filmmaking accessory The Moment SuperCage is the pro filming rig the iPhone needs, with endless customization and premium build quality.Moment SuperCage review: A new tool for filmmakersUSB-C on the iPhone hasn't exactly changed everything, but regardless of which model you have, wired connectivity is faster. Between that and support for external SSDs, there's a whole new category of photography and filmography equipment that we've been testing.There are a lot of great items out there, but there hasn't been much like the Moment SuperCage. After playing with it for a few weeks, we're certain there will be soon. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Feedback on App Store Screenshots I'm adding my first app on the App Store soon and I’d love feedback on the screenshots from people who've had apps on there before. Is this good? Is this bad? Is this too busy? The target audience is college students and young professionals (20-30). Let me know your honest thoughts. I would really appreciate […]
Meta blocks Apple Intelligence on Facebook and its other iOS apps Apple Intelligence was announced with iOS 18 and has been available since last October, when Apple released iOS 18.1 to the public. Although most apps provide support for Apple Intelligence features by default, developers can choose not to have them in their apps – and it seems that Meta has decided to do so.
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Five iPhone Security Features You Should Be Using Apple has quite a few security features that it's added to iPhones, iPads, and Macs over the years. Now more than ever, it's important to make sure you're taking advantage of the built-in security tools that are available to keep yourself and your data safe, so we've rounded up a list of the most important options.
If you don't already have these enabled, you might want to consider turning some of them on.
Two-Factor Authentication
With two-factor authentication, you need to verify your identify when you sign into iCloud on a new device or on the web. It works by sending a six-digit code to a device where you're already signed in, and it won't authorize a sign-in on the new device unless you input that code from your existing device.
If you have an iPhone and want to sign into your iCloud account on your Mac, for example, when you enter your Apple Account name and password, you'll get a pop-up on your iPhone with a code that you input for identity verification. Alternatively, you can set a trusted phone number where you can also get a code in case you forget your password.
Apple tries really hard to get people to use two-factor authentication, so chances are you have it enabled, but if you don't, it's a first line of defense to protect your data. There are even some iOS features that don't work without it.
You can manage two-factor authentication by going to Settings > Sign-In and Security.
Security Keys
For an extra layer of protection with two-factor authentication, you can add physical security keys, such as the YubiKey. With a security key set up, you verify your identity with a physical dongle via USB-C or NFC.
Security keys make sure no one can break into your account even if they have access to one of your trusted devices, but you definitely don't want to lose a security key. You can set this up in the two-factor authentication section of the Settings app.
Stolen Device Protection
Stolen Device Protection is a feature that Apple added after criminals got clever and started watching people enter their passcodes before stealing an iPhone.
When you turn on Stolen Device Protection, a passcode won't work for accessing sensitive information like passwords and credit card data. Instead, Face ID or Touch ID biometric authentication is required, so if a thief has your iPhone and your passcode, they won't be able to get into your accounts.
There's also a security delay that keeps your Apple Account password from being changed without two instances of biometric authentication and an hour-long delay.
Thieves are blocked from accessing passwords, making purchases, turning off Lost Mode on an iPhone, applying for an Apple Card, using an iPhone to set up a new device, and accessing credit cards and Apple Cash. There are delays for signing out of an Apple Account, changing a password, resetting settings, and turning off Stolen Device Protection.
By default, Stolen Device Protection is only on when you're away from familiar locations like your home or your work, but if you want it on at all times, you just need to change the toggle to Always.
You can get to the Stolen Device Protection settings by opening up the Settings app, going to the Face ID and Passcode section, and tapping on Stolen Device Protection.
Private Relay
Private Relay is more of a privacy feature than a security feature, but it's something that you should have on. It hides your IP address and browsing activity in Safari and protects unencrypted internet traffic so no one can see what you're doing even if you're on an unsecured network.
Private Relay is an iCloud+ feature that you get access to as long as you pay Apple at least $0.99 a month for 50GB of iCloud Storage, and it's well worth it. You should also take advantage of Hide My Email whenever possible, as it will give you temporary email addresses that you can revoke at any time.
Private Relay can be enabled by opening up Settings, tapping on your profile picture, and tapping on the iCloud section.
Advanced Data Protection
By default, some of the data that's saved in iCloud backups and uploaded to iCloud is not end-to-end encrypted, which means that Apple can provide iCloud backup data to law enforcement.
Advanced Data Protection encrypts your iCloud data so that it cannot be decrypted except for on your personal devices signed into your Apple Account. It is Apple's highest security option for cloud data.
The feature protects device backups, Messages backups, iCloud Drive files, Notes, Photos, Reminders, Safari bookmarks, Siri Shortcuts, Voice Memos, and Wallet Passes, all of which can otherwise be accessed in iCloud backups by subpoena.
Advanced Data Protection is a good idea to turn on, but keep in mind that it means even Apple can't recover your data if a password is lost. To use Advanced Data Protection, Apple requires you to have a recovery key saved or a recovery contact set up as a way to regain access to your account should you lose your password.
You can get to Advanced Data Protection by opening up the Settings app, tapping on your profile picture, selecting iCloud, and then scrolling down to the Advanced Data Protection section. You can also turn it on in the Privacy and Security section of the Settings app.
Lockdown Mode
Lockdown Mode is an extreme security option that most people won't want to turn on, but it's good to know where it is in case you need it.
Apple designed this feature for journalists, activists, government employees, and others who might be in danger of being subject to sophisticated cyber attacks and mercenary spyware.
Lockdown Mode disables a lot of iPhone features, blocking Message attachments, web technologies like JIT (just-in-time JavaScript compilation), FaceTime calls from unknown contacts, shared albums in the Photos app, invites for Apple services from unknown people, physical device connections, and configuration profiles.
It essentially removes common attack vectors by limiting iPhone functionality, so it's not something you're going to want to use day-to-day unless you need it. Lockdown Mode can be turned on by opening up Settings, going to Privacy and Security, and tapping on the Lockdown Mode option.
Contact Key Verification
Similar to Lockdown Mode, Contact Key Verification is designed for a limited number of people who need to confirm the identify of who they are speaking to. It provides an option to compare contact verification codes with someone in person or over the phone, so no one can impersonate that person at a later date.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple Releases Safari Technology Preview 217 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 217 includes fixes and updates for CSS, Forms, JavaScript, Media, Rendering, SVG, Tables, Web API, Web Extensions, Web Inspector, and WebRTC.
The current Safari Technology Preview release is compatible with machines running macOS Sonoma and macOS Sequoia, 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
9to5Mac Daily: April 16, 2025 – Apple AR glasses and Vision Pro’s future Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.
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Apple market cap falls back below $3 trillion Apple stock dropped nearly 4% on Wednesday, pushing the iPhone maker’s market capitalization below $3 trillion. Tariff concerns continue…
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Apple Card Promo Offers 5% Daily Cash at Booking.com Apple today started sending out emails to Apple Card users, letting them know about a new Booking.com promotion. From now through May 15, Apple Card users can get five percent total Daily Cash back when using Apple Card with Apple Pay.
Booking.com is a site that allows users to reserve flights, hotel stays, car rentals, cruises, and more.
Apple Card owners can get up to $500 Daily Cash back on eligible hotel stays and car rentals using the Apple Card Booking.com link.
Booking.com is also providing two percent in Booking.com Travel Credits on eligible stays and car rentals that are booked through the Apple Card, which is on top of the 5 percent Daily Cash back.
Right now, Apple is also offering an Apple Card promotion for referrals, offering anyone who is referred to Apple Card a $75 Daily Cash bonus. The invitee will need to open a new Apple Card and make a purchase within 30 days of opening the account.Tag: Apple CardThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
Hands-on: Hohem iSteady M7 smartphone gimbal As someone who shoots a lot of mobile video — whether it’s for YouTube, social media, or just testing the latest gear — I’m always on the hunt for tools that can help me create better looking footage. We recently got our hands on the Hohem iSteady M7, a 3-axis smartphone gimbal designed to bring pro-level stabilization and tracking to your smartphone setup. After using it for a few weeks, we think it might be one of the best smartphone gimbals we’ve seen yet.
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Hands-on: Hohem iSteady M7 smartphone gimbal As someone who shoots a lot of mobile video — whether it’s for YouTube, social media, or just testing the latest gear — I’m always on the hunt for tools that can help me create better looking footage. We recently got our hands on the Hohem iSteady M7, a 3-axis smartphone gimbal designed to bring pro-level stabilization and tracking to your smartphone setup. After using it for a few weeks, we think it might be one of the best smartphone gimbals we’ve seen yet.
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One of Apple’s ‘magic moment’ features kept failing, then I found the fix One of the best things about Apple products is how well they tend to work together. Various ‘continuity’ features create magic moments and a seamless experience. Recently I was having reliability issues with one such feature, though: Universal Clipboard. Here’s what went wrong, and the simple fix.
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One of Apple’s ‘magic moment’ features kept failing, then I found the fix One of the best things about Apple products is how well they tend to work together. Various ‘continuity’ features create magic moments and a seamless experience. Recently I was having reliability issues with one such feature, though: Universal Clipboard. Here’s what went wrong, and the simple fix.
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How hard would it be to learn Python/Django and Swift/SwiftUI simultaneously and aside from the docs what are the best courses to learn from? I want to learn very well the ins and outs mostly of at least two languages to better my chances when applying for jobs. I also have an idea for a mobile app I’d like to build with this tech stack as well. As any tech I’d need to add as I go. I have […]
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Synology partially drops support for third-party drives in 2025 NAS range Synology is pushing for consumers to buy its own brand of hard drives for its newest NAS appliances, with only certified drives getting the full suite of software support.Older Synology NAS devices won't be affected by the drive changesThe cost of a network-attached storage (NAS) device could be split into two components, with the NAS itself as one part, while the drives that fill it make up the second. At higher capacities, the drives can be the more costly element to acquire, and often leads to users shopping around for deals on hard disks.It appears that Synology is keen to earn more from users by getting them to purchase its own line of hard drives to go with the NAS. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Apple to Enable a Lesser-Known iOS 16 Feature on iPhone Demo Units In its 2025 Environmental Progress Report released today, Apple revealed that it plans to expand its Clean Energy Charging feature to iPhone and iPad demo units on display at Apple Stores and other retail stores across the United States.
Introduced in the United States in 2022, as part of iOS 16.1, the optional Clean Energy Charging feature enables iPhone users to charge their devices at times of the day when the electric grid is relatively cleaner. Apple says the feature can reduce your carbon footprint by selectively charging when lower carbon-emission electricity is available.
In a new document, obtained by MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris, Apple said the Clean Energy Charging feature will be enabled by default on all iPhone and iPad demo units in U.S. stores, reducing the carbon footprint of those devices. To ensure that the demo units are always ready to be used by customers, Apple said devices will resume charging immediately in the event that they drop below 50% battery life.
Clean Energy Charging is enabled by default for customers too. On iOS 16.1 and later, the feature can be managed in the Settings app, under Battery → Battery Health & Charging. The feature is still available in the contiguous United States only.
It is unclear exactly when the feature will be enabled on iPhone and iPad demo units.
This is just one of several environmental initiatives and milestones that Apple has announced ahead of Earth Day on April 22.
Apple has a support document with more details about Clean Energy Charging.Tag: Apple StoreThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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iOS 18.4.1 promises to fix frusturating CarPlay bugs Following the release of iOS 18.4 earlier this month, iPhone users reported several different connectivity problems with CarPlay. Now, Apple has released iOS 18.4.1, which includes a fix for at least one of the reported CarPlay problems…
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Review: Ecovacs' X8 Pro Omni Robot Now Works With HomeKit With iOS 18.4, Apple added support for robot vacuums to HomeKit. There are a few Matter-enabled robot vacuums that can be added to the Home app for use with Siri, including the Deebot X8 Pro Omni from Ecovacs. I've been testing the X8 Pro Omni for the last several weeks to see if it's worth upgrading to a robot vacuum with Matter support to integrate with Siri and HomeKit, as well as to check out its cleaning capabilities.
Design
The X8 Pro Omni is a circular vacuum that can both vacuum and mop, so it is an all-in-one floor cleaning bot. It comes with a base that has a dust bag, section for cleaning fluid, a tank for clean water, and a tank for dirty water.
This is not a small robot vacuum, and it's not going to be ideal for small spaces. It's almost 14 inches wide and about four inches tall. I have a TV stand that's four inches high and the vacuum does not fit underneath it, but it is short enough to get under most furniture, including my couch, bookcases, bed, and desks. Because of the width, it cannot get into spaces that are tight, such as a chair close to a table leg, or two chairs that are close to one another.
The base station is 21 inches tall, 14 inches wide, and 11 and a half inches deep, and you need to have enough area around it for the robot to dock itself. The X8 Pro Omni is black and gold, as is the station, but it's not garish. It blends right in, and even though the charging station is large, I was able to tuck it away in a corner.
There is a built-in camera at the front of the X8 Pro Omni, which is used for navigation, room mapping, and obstacle avoidance, plus it has a microphone for listening for voice commands and a speaker to respond and to ask for help if it gets stuck.
Cleaning
I've always been skeptical of robot vacuums, but I was impressed with the X8 Pro Omni. It has serious suction power (Ecovacs says 18,000 Pa) that was able to clean up cat hair and everything else on my floors, and running it regularly kept my floors a lot cleaner than my typical weekly vacuuming. The suction power is adjustable, and higher suction is noisier, but I mostly used it in the higher mode to get everything off of my floors.
I'm able to work in the room with the X8 Pro Omni running even at its highest suction, but I probably wouldn't take a phone call. It's the loudest when vacuuming, and is usually between 50 and 60 decibels with the standard mode. The mopping is quieter, and emptying the dust is the loudest operation.
There's a little spinning brush on the side that's meant to get around the edges of a room, and in the weeks that I've been using the vacuum, it's done a good job getting into nooks and crannies. There's also a mopping feature, and the mop that Ecovacs included is something special. It's a roller mop rather than the spinning mop that other robot vacuums have, and I think it cleans stains like dried cat food better than my other vacuum that has spinning mops.
With two passes, it was able to get most of the little bits of dried food off of my floor. I even tested it with dried ketchup that I put on the floor, and while it didn't get everything off in one go, it got close. The idea with robot vacuums is to have them clean daily or several times a week, and the X8 Pro Omni was able to keep my floor spotless with a schedule.
The Ozmo Roller, as Ecovacs calls it, is cleaned off with a water nozzle as the vacuum mops the floor, so dirty water is scraped off and clean water is reapplied. I like that concept better than a robot vacuum dragging dirty water along the floor, and it did seem to be effective. I don't wear shoes in the house and my floors are relatively clean, but the waste water was always dirty, so grime was coming up with every cycle. The X8 Pro Omni can clean the floor with just water, but it does accept cleaning solution that you can put in the base to fill the vacuum. Ecovacs recommends using its own cleaning solution to avoid damaging the vacuum.
I have wood floors, and I am careful with them. The X8 Pro Omni has not done any damage, but I do check the wheels and the mop to make sure nothing gets lodged there. The wheels are rubber and the mop is soft, so it doesn't seem like there's anything that would cause an issue.
I don't want to go on forever about the cleaning capabilities of the robot, so I'll wrap up by saying it did a great job, but there are a few caveats with navigation and obstacle avoidance.
The X8 Pro Omni needs to be able to get to the floor, and it will have a hard time in rooms with a lot of furniture or items on the floor. I have to do a pass before I have it clean to move cat toys and whatever else I might have on the floor. While cleaning, the robot will empty its dust bin on its own, wash its mop, and recharge, so you just hit the start button and it goes about its chore on its own.
It does require my attention with rugs, because it can't handle them. I have some thin area rugs that I don't have any kind of rubber padding under, and the X8 Pro Omni cannot deal with these. It routinely sucks up the tassels on one of my rugs and gets itself tangled up, and getting up to fix it every two minutes when it's doing that section of the room is frustrating.
It does better with the thicker rugs I have in the bathroom that do have a sturdier backing, and it can navigate and vacuum those with fewer issues. I have one large area rug that isn't a problem, and it does fine, but that is the extent of the carpet in my house so I haven't been able to test carpet suction beyond my rugs.
For context, it takes two hours for it to deep clean a 600 sq ft room, of which it can access about 400 sq ft (because of furniture). A standard clean is closer to an hour. I've locked it in my office for this review, but were it to clean my whole house, it would take several hours and would likely need to recharge. The two hour deep clean does not require recharging, and leaves it with about 30 percent battery at the end. When used in standard mode, the X8 Pro Omni can run for over 3.5 hours before needing to charge. For a full recharge, it takes approximately four hours.
Upkeep and Performance
There are filters that need to be changed, water that needs to be added and emptied, and components that eventually need to be replaced. The Ecovacs app has a detailed Maintenance section that lets you know when you need to perform maintenance. A filter lasts for 120 hours, and the mop works for 150 hours. In the month that I've been testing the X8 Pro Omni, I haven't had to do anything other than add more water to the clean water bin.
There is some cost associated with upkeep, as components will need to be replaced over time. A new roller mop, for example, is $30, and three dust bags is $25.
I have not run into issues while testing the X8 Pro Omni. The robot is responsive, it has not gone offline, and the app has been stable. I also haven't had hardware issues, and Ecovacs does have a standard one-year warranty.
HomeKit and Siri
iOS 18.4 and its sister updates add support for Matter-enabled robot vacuums, so to be able to control the X8 Pro Omni from the Home app and via Siri, iOS 18.4 or later is required.
Functionality is limited, compared with the feature set that is available with the Ecovacs website. In the Home app, there's a button to start the robot and to choose whether the robot vacuums or mops. Specific rooms that have been set up with the Ecovacs app can be selected, or you can choose to have the X8 Pro Omni clean all rooms that it has access to.
There's also a built-in toggle for Quick or Deep Clean, which controls the cleaning pattern that the robot uses. Siri commands can be used in lieu of the Home app, so you can say something like "turn on the Deebot" to start a cleaning cycle (I named the robot Deebot in the Home app).
Commands like "tell Deebot to vacuum" or "tell Deebot to quick clean" didn't work with Siri, because Siri just kept telling me there was no Deebot in my contacts list. It was a frustrating experience trying to use Siri to activate and control the vacuum, and using the Ecovacs app or the Home app was simpler.
It's not Ecovacs' fault that Siri is less than capable, and the Ecovacs app is an easier solution for the most part, though I was also perfectly able to control the vacuum from the Home app.
Ecovacs App and Mapping
The Ecovacs app has a much deeper feature set than is available with the Home app or with Siri, including its own personal assistant that can respond to voice-based commands.
Operating the X8 Pro Omni requires the Ecovacs app for setup and for specialized controls. Setup was a super simple process, and the app is complicated, but easy enough to figure out. There's an overarching "Home" that houses all of your Ecovacs products, and tapping into one brings up controls. You can start or pause the robot from this interface, or send it to recharge, and additional options are available by tapping the "Enter" option.
Before starting to vacuum, the X8 Pro Omni maps out all of the rooms of the house, or the rooms that it is given access to. It's surprisingly good at identifying objects, distinguishing between flooring types, and separating areas into rooms. It can misidentify smaller spaces. For example, it merged my office bathroom into the main office area and split a closet into two rooms when it's one. I can view and edit the map to fix it, create boundaries for the vacuum, identify different rooms, and label furniture. There is a multi-map option for houses with more than one story, or for separate areas.
The X8 Pro Omni is continually scanning its surroundings as it cleans, and it is good at not bumping into furniture or objects. It also does well with pets. My cat loves the robot, and when it vacuums, he'll follow it around and get in its way. The X8 Pro Omni gently nudges him out of its path and continues on with its task.
As the X8 Pro Omni cleans, it shows a white line on the map of where it has vacuumed, so it's easy to ensure that it gets into every nook and cranny that it can reach. Mopping is shown with a more diffuse line over the vacuum line.
There are multiple options for controlling how it cleans. There's a vacuum only mode, a vac and mop mode where it vacuums and then mops at the same time, and a mop after vac mode where it will go around and vacuum first, then mop afterward. The benefit to that last mode is that it'll vacuum before it starts washing the floor, so there's no water from the roller mop getting on carpets or anywhere else.
You can adjust suction power for the vacuuming, water flow rate for the mopping, and the cleaning speed, which increases or decreases the space between the passes that it makes on the floor. Deep cleaning has little space between each pass (it cleans in lines along the floor), and quick clean has more space. There are also options for a single pass or two passes, and you can select specific areas of a room for even more cleaning to get up tough stains.
It's ideal to set up a schedule to have the X8 Pro Omni clean each day or multiple times a week. Depending on how large the area is that it's cleaning, it may need to stop and recharge, and there will be multiple stops to empty the dust bin or wash off the mop. Since it can take some time for it to finish, there is a Do Not Disturb option that prevents it from turning on during specific times of the day, and Auto Resume can also be turned off if you don't want it cleaning half the house, charging up, and then resuming late at night when you're trying to sleep.
With a large house, it would probably make sense to set the robot to clean a room or two each day, which would keep the floors clean without having it run for hours. It can also be scheduled to run when you're out of the house, which lets you avoid the noise, plus there are options for cleaning up eating areas after meals and keeping pet areas clean.
There is a voice assistant built into the X8 Pro Omni, called Yiko. Saying the "Ok Yiko" wake word activates listening mode, and the robot accepts commands to start a clean, continue a clean, stop a clean, go charge, and more.
Yiko is more capable than Siri, and can understand commands to vacuum specific rooms, under specific furniture, and multi-step commands like sweep around the pet feeder, then mop. It can re-clean rooms on command, spot clean, and clean at specific times. There's even an option to have it come to where you are and clean, and you can send it away with a "don't clean here" command.
While the X8 Pro Omni is cleaning, you can view the camera to see what it's doing and what it's seeing. When it's not cleaning, you can enter the live view and have it patrol your house and communicate with whoever is in the house, so it's also sort of a mobile security or pet camera. I can direct it to go check in on my cat, using an on-screen remote control, and it can snap photos, take videos, and let me talk to him. It's fun to play with.
I do wish I could have it vacuum/mop while I control it, but that's not an option.
Privacy
Ecovacs is a Chinese company, and this is a product that includes a camera and the ability to map your house, which some users will be wary about. Ecovacs does have a clear privacy policy surrounding data storage, and footage from the camera is stored locally and encrypted.
Visual data can be uploaded to Ecovacs' servers for obstacle avoidance purposes, but this is an opt-in feature. There are multiple privacy controls in the app, with toggles for opting out of data sharing, though some of the opt-outs reduce functionality.
Bottom Line
Unfortunately, all of the robot vacuums that have Matter integration are higher-end models, and it's not a feature that has trickled down to entry level models. The Deebot X8 Pro Omni is over $1,000, and other robots with Matter support and similar features also have the same general price point.
Given that HomeKit-based controls for robot vacuums are limited in scope compared to what you can do in the apps designed for robot vacuums, Matter integration shouldn't be the sole reason to choose a particular product. Maybe it will get better over time, but there are a lot of advanced features you can't get to without the dedicated app, and it makes the most sense to set up a schedule and think little about the robot after that.
Where Matter might be more important is if you want to have a vacuum that interacts in some way with other HomeKit devices, because you can set up multi-device automations. If you want to have the robot vacuum whenever people leave the house, the Home app can do that. You can absolutely clean, mop, and operate the X8 Pro Omni with Siri and the Home app, it's just more efficient to use the Ecovacs app.
Even with somewhat weak HomeKit integration, I do think the X8 Pro Omni is worth considering just for its cleaning capabilities. The roller mop that it has for washing the floor works well, and the suction more than keeps up with a multi-pet household. It's good at avoiding obstacles, and the app does come with privacy controls and policies that are appreciated.
How to Buy
The Deebot X8 Pro Omni can be purchased from the Ecovacs website for $1,300, and it is also available from Amazon. Retailers like Best Buy, Costco, and Home Depot also sell Ecovacs products, so it's worth looking for discounts and promotions.
Note: Ecovacs provided MacRumors with a Deebot X8 Pro Omni for the purpose of this review. No other compensation was received.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
Panic over U.S. import tariffs spurs fastest retail sales growth in two years Economic data has validated anecdotal reports: Some panicked consumers are hurrying to buy big-ticket items like cars, electronics…
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Don't wait to update: iOS 18.4.1 addresses two actively exploited vulnerabilities The iOS 18.4.1 update contains security fixes for vulnerabilities that may have been used in sophisticated attacks. Here's why you should update.iOS 18.4.1 fixes two actively exploited vulnerabilities.On Wednesday, more than two weeks after the launch of iOS 18.4, Apple released iOS 18.4.1. Though the update itself is relatively minor, with only a CarPlay fix and no new features, the software includes two significant security patches.Subscribe to AppleInsider on YouTube{"@context":"https://schema.org/","@type":"VideoObject","name":"iOS 18.4.1 released! Here's what's new!","description":"The new iOS 18.4.1 update fixes a few known bugs as well as two major security vulnerabilities. More details in the video!","thumbnailUrl":"https://i.ytimg.com/vi/v3VeYYT6yBs/sddefault.jpg","uploadDate":"2025-04-16T18:00:35Z","duration":"PT1M33S","embedUrl":"https://www.youtube.com/watch/?v=v3VeYYT6yBs"} Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
iOS 18.4.1 fixes two serious security vulnerabilities and wireless CarPlay bug Macworld
Apple has released iOS 18.4.1 and iPadOS 18.4.1, which offers no new features but fixes two critical vulnerabilities. For both fixes, Apple says on its security updates page that it is “aware of a report that this issue may have been exploited in an extremely sophisticated attack against specific targeted individuals on iOS.”
The release notes are small for this one. Outside of the security fixes, this release only claims to fix a bug with wireless CarPlay.
This update provides important bug fixes, security updates, and addresses a rare issue that prevents wireless CarPlay connection in certain vehicles.
Even though you may not be a specific individual target of hackers, you should update your iPhones and iPads now. The security bulletins are as follows:
CoreAudio
Available for: iPhone XS and later, iPad Pro 13-inch, iPad Pro 13.9-inch 3rd generation and later, iPad Pro 11-inch 1st generation and later, iPad Air 3rd generation and later, iPad 7th generation and later, and iPad mini 5th generation and later
Impact: Processing an audio stream in a maliciously crafted media file may result in code execution. Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been exploited in an extremely sophisticated attack against specific targeted individuals on iOS.
Description: A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved bounds checking.
CVE-2025-31200: Apple and Google Threat Analysis Group
RPAC
Available for: iPhone XS and later, iPad Pro 13-inch, iPad Pro 13.9-inch 3rd generation and later, iPad Pro 11-inch 1st generation and later, iPad Air 3rd generation and later, iPad 7th generation and later, and iPad mini 5th generation and later
Impact: An attacker with arbitrary read and write capability may be able to bypass Pointer Authentication. Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been exploited in an extremely sophisticated attack against specific targeted individuals on iOS.
Description: This issue was addressed by removing the vulnerable code.
CVE-2025-31201: Apple
iOS 18.4.1: How to install
To get the latest version of iOS 18 on your phone, head over to the Settings app, then General and Software Update. Then follow the prompts to restart and install the update. If you don’t want to wait until the official update arrives, you can install the most recent release candidate, which will be identical to the public release, by turning on Beta Updates in the Software Update tab.
Find out everything you need to know about iOS 18 in our iOS 18 superguide.
The cost-friendly MacBook upgrade plan that’s built for power users Anyone who’s ever used a MacBook knows how much value they can add to your personal and professional life. But for power users, the device you need can range anywhere from $1,600-$6,000. If you’re looking for a smarter way to buy, Upgraded makes it easy and affordable with one low monthly subscription.
Apple has long offered their iPhone upgrade program. But there’s no equivalent for MacBooks. Until now.
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Apple Releases Wireless CarPlay Fix If you have been experiencing issues with wireless CarPlay in your vehicle lately, it was likely due to a software bug that has now been fixed.
Apple released iOS 18.4.1 today, and the update's release notes say it "addresses a rare issue that prevents wireless CarPlay connection in certain vehicles."
If wireless CarPlay was acting up for you, updating your iPhone to iOS 18.4.1 should help.
iOS 18.4.1 also includes other bug fixes and security updates.
To update your iPhone, open the Settings app and tap on General → Software Update.Related Roundups: CarPlay, iOS 18, iPadOS 18Related Forums: HomePod, HomeKit, CarPlay, Home & Auto Technology, iOS 18, iPadOS 18This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
Apple releases iOS 18.4.1, iPadOS 18.4.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.4.1 to address actively exploited vulnerabilities Apple on Wednesday released iOS 18.4.1, iPadOS 18.4.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.4.1 to patch critical security vulnerabilities…
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OpenAI Releases Smarter AI Models OpenAI today announced the release of new o3 and o4-mini AI models, which the company says are its smartest models to date. o3 and o4-mini can use and combine all ChatGPT tools, including web searches, analyzing files and data with Python, reasoning about visual input, and generating images.
The models have been trained to reason about when and how to use different tools to provide detailed and thorough information, and to better understand and answer multi-faceted questions. They are able to "think" with images, blending visual and textual reasoning.
o3 excels at coding, math, science, and visual perception, and OpenAI says that it's ideal for complex queries where an answer is not immediately obvious, and it is adept at visual tasks like analyzing charts and graphics.
o4-mini is a smaller model that is optimized for quick and cost-efficient reasoning, and it is ideal for math, coding, and visual tasks. It supports higher usage limits than o3. Both of the new models are designed to be more natural and conversational, offering more useful and verifiable responses.
o3, o4-mini, and o4-mini-high are available to ChatGPT Plus, Pro, and Team users as of today, replacing o1, o3-mini, and o3-mini-high. Free users are able to try o4-mini by using the "Think" option in the composer when submitting a query. Rate limits remain the same.Tag: OpenAIThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
American Airlines will soon start providing free Wi-Fi for all American Airlines is the most popular airline in the US, and an especially great option for Apple fans thanks to free Apple Music and Apple TV+ offers. But unlike some of its competitors, it has always charged for Wi-Fi connectivity. Fortunately, that practice is about to end: free Wi-Fi is coming to American Airlines soon.
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Apple releases macOS Sequoia 15.4.1 update Macworld
Apple on Wednesday released macOS Sequoia 15.4.1, a point-release update to the Mac operating system. The update comes after Apple released Sequoia 15.4 on March 31. This update contains security fixes.
Below are the release notes for Sequoia 15.4.1:
macOS Sequoia 15.4.1
Released April 16, 2024
CoreAudio
Available for: macOS Sequoia
Impact: Processing an audio stream in a maliciously crafted media file may result in code execution. Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been exploited in an extremely sophisticated attack against specific targeted individuals on iOS.
Description: A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved bounds checking.
CVE-2025-31200: Apple and Google Threat Analysis Group
RPAC
Available for: macOS Sequoia
Impact: An attacker with arbitrary read and write capability may be able to bypass Pointer Authentication. Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been exploited in an extremely sophisticated attack against specific targeted individuals on iOS.
Description: This issue was addressed by removing the vulnerable code.
CVE-2025-31201: Apple
How to install the macOS Sequoia 15.4.1 update
Before installing the update, we recommend backing up your Mac’s data. The installation requires an internet connection and takes several minutes. The Mac will need to start to complete the installation.
When you’re ready to install, go to System Settings > General > Software Update. The Mac will look for the update on the internet, and when it’s ready, you can click the Update Now button. You can click the Update Tonight button if you want the installation to perform later.
Learn more about macOS Sequoia and find out about the Sequoia beta program.
PSA: iOS 18.4.1 patches two major security vulnerabilities Apple released iOS 18.4.1, and in addition to CarPlay bug fixes, the update also patches two security vulnerabilities that Apple says were actively exploited in the wild. The security fixes are also included in macOS Sequoia 15.4.1, tvOS 18.4.1, and visionOS 2.4.1.
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Apple stomps out CarPlay bug with iPhone update iOS 18.4.1 offers bug fixes, including issues with CarPlay connectivity for some iPhone users. There a macOS and iPadOS patches, too.
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Update Now: iOS 18.4.1 and macOS Sequoia 15.4.1 Address Actively Exploited Vulnerabilities The iOS 18.4.1, iPadOS 18.4.1, macOS Sequoia 15.4.1, tvOS 18.4.1, and visionOS 2.4.1 updates that Apple released today include fixes for two major vulnerabilities, which means you should install the new software as soon as you can.
According to Apple, it is aware of reports that these vulnerabilities may have been actively exploited in the wild. Apple says that the security flaws were potentially used in an "extremely sophisticated attack against specific targeted individuals."
One of the issues impacts CoreAudio, and involves a maliciously crafted audio file. Processing the audio stream in the media file could result in code execution. Apple fixed the memory corruption issue with improved bounds checking.
The other vulnerability affected pointer authentication code, and an attacker with arbitrary read and write capability could bypass the Pointer Authentication features that prevent memory from being tampered with. Apple removed the vulnerable code to prevent the exploit from working.
All of the updates are available today, and focus primarily on the security fixes. iOS 18.4.1 also addresses an issue that could prevent some wireless CarPlay setups from working properly in select vehicles.Related Roundups: iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS SequoiaRelated Forums: iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS SequoiaThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
You’ll soon be able to buy this Severance-inspired keyboard Not long after Severance’s second season ended, Apple’s website jokingly listed the “Lumon Terminal Pro” as part of its Mac lineup. It turns out though, one part of that product is actually being created: there’s a real-life, Severance-inspired “MDR Dasher Keyboard” in the works, and you can sign up to be the first notified when it launches.
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‘Deco’ is a fun new app that lets you create custom wallpapers to your heart’s content For the past couple years, Apple has put a large emphasis on lock screen customization. But, have you ever wondered: what if I could easily create my own custom wallpaper on my iPhone? This new app has the answer for you.
Deco makes personal wallpaper customization accessible and enjoyable for enthusiasts and everyday users, allowing you to express yourself in a big way that you couldn’t before.
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Apple releases security updates for iOS 18.4.1, macOS Sequoia 15.4.1 Apple has released security updates to its operating systems, including iOS 18.4.1, iPadOS 18.4.1, tvOS 18.4.1, macOS 15.4.1, and visionOS 2.4.1.A Mac, iPad, and iPhone running macOS 15, iPadOS 18, and iOS 18The small updates, released on April 16, are fairly common for software vendors to release, including Apple. The smaller change of version number reflects the content of the update, which is less about introducing bigger feature changes and more about bug squashing, performance improvements, and security fixes.The notes for the updates state that they all provide bug fixes and security updates, with Apple recommending the installation by all users. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Is it me or is iOS one of the few sections of coding that seems to getting better not worse. In Web dev there is a new framework every 3 weeks that is completely different from the others, The complexity seems to be rising with each passing year whereas iOS seems to be getting easier and better. StoreKit2, Async/Await, SwiftUI etc. it all seems to be making it easier for the average person to make […]
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New Apple Card promo offers limited-time 5% cash back at this travel partner For a limited time, Apple is offering a total of 5% cash back on Booking.com when you use your Apple Card with Apple Pay. This is up from the standard 3% cash back.
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API connection issues I’ve got 70% of my app completed, now I’m running into issues where I’ve implemented my API I can get the test to succeed in simulation but when I switch to using firebase html/url it’s generating no response on real device. App check is verified and I have the functions running properly. I’m importing thru […]
Apple Releases macOS Sequoia 15.4.1 With Bug Fixes Apple today released macOS Sequoia 15.4.1, a minor update to the macOS Sequoia operating system that launched in September. macOS Sequoia 15.4.1 comes two weeks after the launch of macOS Sequoia 15.4.
Mac users can download the macOS Sequoia update through the Software Update section of System Settings. It is available for free on all Macs able to run macOS 15.
According to Apple's release notes, macOS Sequoia 15.4.1 includes important bug fixes and security updates, and is recommended for all users.
More on the features in macOS Sequoia can be found in our macOS Sequoia roundup.Related Roundup: macOS SequoiaRelated Forum: macOS SequoiaThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
Apple releases macOS 15.4.1 and more Alongside iOS 18.4.1, Apple has released updates for the rest of its platforms today as well. These updates include macOS 15.4.1, tvOS 18.41, and visionOS 2.4.1.
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Apple Releases iOS 18.4.1 With Bug Fixes Apple today released iOS 18.4.1 and iPadOS 18.4.1, minor updates to the iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 operating systems that came out last September. iOS 18.4.1 and iPadOS 18.4.1 come two weeks after the launch of iOS 18.4 and iPadOS 18.4.
The new software can be downloaded on eligible iPhones and iPads over-the-air by going to Settings > General > Software Update.
There have been complaints about issues with CarPlay and deleted apps being restored, and iOS 18.4.1 includes several bug fixes. According to Apple's release notes, the update includes bug fixes and security updates. It addresses an issue that could cause wireless CarPlay not to work in select vehicles.
Apple is already testing iOS 18.5 and iPadOS 18.5, updates that are available in a beta capacity right now. iOS 18.5 and iPadOS 18.5 will likely launch in May.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
iOS 18.4.1 now available with CarPlay fix and more Apple has just released a new iPhone update for users: iOS 18.4.1 is available now. Here’s what to expect.
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Apple Releases visionOS 2.4.1 Apple today released visionOS 2.4.1, a minor update to the visionOS 2 operating system that came out in September. visionOS 2.4.1 comes two weeks after the launch of visionOS 2.4.
visionOS 2.4.1 can be downloaded on all Vision Pro headsets by navigating to the Settings app, selecting the General section, and choosing the Software Update option.
To install an update, the Vision Pro headset needs to be removed, and there is a software progress bar available on the front EyeSight display.
According to Apple's release notes, visionOS 2.4.1 includes bug fixes and security updates, and the software is recommended for all users.
More information on the Vision Pro and visionOS 2 can be found in our roundup.Related Roundup: visionOS 2Related Forum: Apple Vision ProThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
Apple Releases tvOS 18.4.1 Apple today released tvOS 18.4.1, a minor update to the tvOS 18 operating system that came out last September. tvOS 18.4.1 comes two weeks after Apple released tvOS 18.4, and it is available for the Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD models.
tvOS 18.4.1 can be downloaded using the Settings app on the Apple TV. Open up Settings and go to System > Software Update to get the new software. Apple TV owners who have automatic software updates activated will be upgraded to tvOS 18.4.1 automatically.
Apple shares full release notes for tvOS in its tvOS support document, which is updated after each new version of tvOS comes out.
Apple has also released a new version of the HomePod Software 18.4.1 for the HomePod and HomePod mini. HomePod software is based on tvOS.Related Roundup: Apple TVBuyer's Guide: Apple TV (Don't Buy)Related Forum: Apple TV and Home TheaterThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
Do you think chatbots will make apps obsolete? As I am working on my project I’m noticing that a AI chatbot can basically reverse an apps usage and for some reason made me wonder if this is what’s it’s going to come down to. What do y’all think? submitted by /u/Softwurx [link] [comments]
Apple debuts new MacBook Pro ads spotlighting nano-texture display, all-day battery life Apple released two new ads today for the MacBook Pro as part of its “Mac does that” campaign, spotlighting the nano-texture display and…
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Apple's iPhone 16e vs. Google's Pixel 9a Google recently came out with the Pixel 9a, a mid-tier Android smartphone that rivals the iPhone 16e that Apple released earlier this year. We picked up a Pixel 9a to see how Google's lower-cost option compares to Apple's more affordable iPhone.
The Pixel 9a joins the flagship Pixel 9 and 9 Pro smartphones that Google released last year, much like Apple added the iPhone 16e to the iPhone 16 lineup. The Pixel 9a is priced starting at $499, so it's $100 cheaper than the $599 starting price of the iPhone 16e.
The iPhone 16e and the Pixel 9a don't look all that different, and both feature a minimal design with aluminum frames, a matte back, and a smaller camera setup than the flagship smartphones. The Pixel 9a has a plastic back instead of a glass back, so it's a little less premium but more durable.
While the iPhone 16e has a protruding single-lens rear camera, the Pixel 9a has an almost flush camera bump with two lenses instead of just one. There's a standard 48-megapixel wide-angle lens, and a 13-megapixel ultrawide lens, while the iPhone 16e is limited to a 48-megapixel wide lens. The Pixel 9a and the iPhone 16e both take solid images, and it's tough to tell the difference between them in most situations.
Google wins out when it comes to portrait mode images because of the better depth of field and the people limitation on the iPhone 16e, but Apple wins for video because the iPhone has some of the best video stabilization features available in a smartphone.
As for display, the iPhone 16e has thinner bezels and a higher resolution, but the Pixel 9a has 120Hz refresh rate support and an always-on display, features you won't get with the 16e. Android smartphone makers still can't match Face ID even after all this time, so the Pixel 9a also has a fingerprint sensor.
You're probably not going to run into performance issues with either smartphone, though the iPhone 16e may be better at high-performance games. The Pixel 9a unsurprisingly outperforms the iPhone 16e when it comes to AI, because Apple's AI features are just so far behind. Gemini is better than Siri and Pixel Studio beats Image Playground. Google does better at object removal in photos, and there are useful features for choosing the best image, adding people to a photo, and more.
Make sure to check out our video to see the AI features in action and to see our comparison photos.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Whisky development ends on macOS to help Wine flourish Whisky's developer has announced all further work on the app has ended, closing off one way to play Windows games on Apple Silicon Macs.All work on the WINE-compatible Whisky has ended.Issac Marovitz, developer of the popular WINE front-end app Whisky for macOS, has announced no futher development or maintenance will occur. It will not be upgrading to WINE 8+, and further fixes to specific apps and games won't be added in the future.The Whisky maintenance notice also states that "Occasional updates may still come if macOS fundamentally breaks the main app, as it did in 15.4." Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Apple's New Mac Ads Highlight Battery Life and Anti-Glare Nano-Texture Display Apple today shared new MacBook Pro ads, promoting features like the nano-texture display option and the long battery life.
The first spot features a man sunbathing on a rooftop with his MacBook Pro. The sun is blazing, but the Mac's display remains perfectly visible thanks to the nano-texture display.
Any of Apple's latest MacBook Pro models can be purchased with a nano-texture display option that's designed to cut down on glare when in sunlight and bright indoor lighting. For the anti-glare effect, Apple etches the glass at the nanometer level, and the etching scatters light to remove glare. Adding nano-texture is a $150 upgrade.
Apple's second ad features a man who lost his MacBook Pro charger, but he's unaware of that fact because his battery lasts so long. MacBook Pro models with the standard M4 chip can last for up to 24 hours when streaming video and up to 16 hours when browsing the web, marking the longest battery life in a Mac to date.
Both of Apple's ads link to Apple's "Mac Does That" website, which is aimed at people who are new to the Mac. It walks through all of the different Mac features, and has an FAQ on how to transfer from a Windows PC to a Mac.Tag: Apple AdsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple touts massive emissions cuts and in-store recycling deal Touting its more than 60% reduction in emissions, iPhone giant confirms an Apple in-store recycling deal offering 10% off accessories.
(via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)
Made my first earnings off of the AppStore! I know this gets posted a lot with gpt generated advice but I just wanted to share as I feel surpringly happy 🙂 It's only 6 bucks a month but feels like a nice start especially as a teen! submitted by /u/Emotional_Distance79 [link] [comments]
Lowest prices: Grab a MacBook Air for as low as $799 Apple resellers are clearing out MacBook Air inventory, with M2, M3, and M4 models all on sale.Grab a MacBook Air for $749 while supplies last.The lowest price across the MacBook Air range can be found at Best Buy, with the closeout M2/8GB RAM/512GB SSD model marked down to $799. This model has a bump up to 512GB of storage, from the line's standard 256GB.Buy for $799 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Apple touts MacBook Pro nano-texture display and all-day battery life in new videos Apple is out with a pair of new ads highlighting the MacBook Pro today. The ads are part of the “Mac does that” campaign and focus on the MacBook Pro’s nano-texture display and all-day battery life.
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Get 10% off at the Apple Store by recycling an old Apple device Macworld
Apple on Wednesday announced that customers can get 10 percent off the purchase of an Apple accessory if they bring in an old Apple device for recycling. The program, which is available now, is part of the company’s efforts to promote Earth Day on April 22 and lasts until May 16.
Each customer can bring in up to five eligible devices to be recycled and for each they will receive 10% off the price of a new device.
The offer is available through participating Apple Stores worldwide and applies only to eligible Apple products. Apple provides full details of the Ts&Cs on it’s current offers page.
This is separate to Apple’s existing Trade-In program by which, if the device is deemed by Apple to have a trade-in value, a store credit will be issued towards the purchase of a new product. Apple’s trade-in scheme applies to devices including iPhones, Apple Watch, iPad and Mac, and the company will even accept the trade in of Android devices.
For example, an iPhone 15 Pro Mac is worth up to $630 in trade in value when buying a new product from Apple. Find out what you can get if you trade in an Apple device on Apple Trade In website. Trade-in values depend on the condition and age of a device. For more information about that read: How Apple trade in works and saves you money.
This 10% discount on eligible Apple accessories is for products that don’t usually qualify for trade in.
How to save 10% with Apple’s Earth Day Promotion
To take advantage of the 10% saving on a new “Eligible Accessory” bring any of the following “Eligible Devices” to an Apple Store to recycle (this can only be done in person, not online):
Eligible Devices
AirPods
AirPort
AirTag
Apple TV
Computers
Displays
Hard Drives & Storage
Headphones & Speakers
HomePod
Mice & Keyboards
Networking
Printers & Scanners
Smartphones
Tablets
Watches
iPod
Customers can then get 10% off the price of the following eligible accessories:
Eligible Accessories
Apple Branded Adapters
Apple Branded AirPods 4
Apple Branded AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation
Apple Branded AirTag (1-pack)
Apple Branded AirTag (4-pack)
Apple Branded Apple Pencil
Apple Branded Apple TV 4K
Apple Branded Apple Watch bands
Apple Branded Cables
Apple Branded Chargers
Apple Branded HomePod mini
Apple Branded iPad cases
Apple Branded iPhone cases
Apple Branded Magic Keyboard (excluding Magic Keyboard for iPad)
Apple Branded Magic Mouse
Apple Branded Magic Trackpad
Customers need to take advantage of the discount immediately, the promotional discount can’t be used at a later date.
It is possible for a customer to recycle up to five Eligible Devices during the Promotion Period. It’s not clear if this means a customer can then get 50% off one device or 10% off five devices, we are awaiting clarification.
The trade-in announcement was part of Apple’s report on its environmental efforts. The company states that it has surpassed a 60 percent reduction in its global greenhouse gas emissions, which moves the company closer to its 75 percent goal by the year 2030. Apple’s global supply chain has 17.8 gigawatts of renewable electricity online, which meant that the chain avoided 21.8 million metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions in 2024.
Also part of the Earth Day celebration will be an Earth Day limited-edition Apple Watch award by completing any workout of 30 minutes or more, and new Earth Day Time to Walk and Time to Run episodes will be available. Apple TV+ will have shows featuring Earth Day, and the iPhone Tips app will have “planet-friendly actions.”
New iPhone 17 Pro render shows what unibody rear design might look like Apple’s unveiling of the iPhone 17 Pro is less than five months away, and today a new render from X user kanedacane provides a fresh look at what the device’s unibody camera design might look like.
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Next Apple Vision headset may use titanium to cut weight A new leak claims that Apple's follow up to the Apple Vision Pro will switch from aluminum to titanium to reduce weight, and will come in a black or dark blue color.The next Apple Vision headset could use titanium, and come in a dark blueFollowing a dubious report that Apple Vision Pro 2 will come out in April 2026, a new leak claims that the next headset may not be called Apple Vision Pro at all. It may instead be just called Apple Vision, or possibly Apple Vision Air.Without specifying a release date, leaker Kosutami has also tweeted that the next headset will be this lighter model. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Is this a glitch in iOS 18.4? I am developing my first personal project, a habits app. However, I have run into an issue and I'm not sure if it is simply a bug. When creating a new habit in my AddHabitView, clicking the save button will cause the sheet to collapse, except it momentarily gets "Stuck" in the bottom bar (the […]
Deals: M4 iPad Pro $290 off, M2 iPad Air all-time low clearance price, Anker 15W Qi2 charging station 49% off, more Today’s Apple deals are starting off with notable price drops on iPads. Firstly we have the most affordable 13-inch M4 iPad Pro at $200 off in brand-new condition alongside an open-box offer with a full warranty at $290 off, and secondly some Amazon all-time low clearance pricing on Apple’s 512GB M2 iPad Air Wi-Fi + Cell model – this is the lowest price we have tracked all-time. From there, we move over to standout accessory offers including Anker’s regularly $100 3-in-1 15W Qi2 MagGo Wireless Charging Pad at $51 shipped as well as the best price of the year Twelve South’s AirFly Pro AirPods transmitter joined by notable deals on Apple Watch bands, Mac keyboards, chargers, and more – everything awaits below.
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Sometimes it’s all about the irresistible knick-knacks [Setups] Today's Mac mini user is justifiably proud of his cable management, but visitors only cared about cool mood-lighting decor in the setup.
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Sometimes it’s all about the irresistible knick-knacks [Setups] This Mac mini user is justifiably proud of his cable management, but commenters only care about cool mood-lighting decor in the setup.
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Reveal Hidden Folder Sizes in macOS Finder With These Tricks When using macOS Finder in List view, you'll see the sizes of individual files – but not folders.
Instead, folders show a pair of dashes (--) in the Size column. macOS skips calculating folder sizes by default to keep List view performance fast, especially in directories with many nested files. But if you want to keep an eye on folder sizes in certain locations, or even globally, there are a few ways to do it. Here's how.
What if you want to use List view and still keep an eye on the size of a handful of folders in a specific location – in Documents, for instance, or in a directory synced to a cloud storage service? Or what if you have a super-fast SSD that can handle the pressure of calculating the size of lots of folders on the fly? Thankfully, there are several ways to make Finder show folder sizes, even in List view.
Enable Calculate All Sizes
Open the folder in question, select View ➝ Show View Options from the menu bar or press the keys Command+J, and check Calculate All Sizes. Finder will now remember your viewing preference for that particular location only.
Turn On Preview Panel
If you're looking for a more global solution for keeping tabs on folder sizes that will work in any Finder view mode, you might consider enabling the Preview panel. To do this, open a Finder window and select the menu bar option View ➝ Show Preview, or press the keys Shift+Command+P.
In the Preview panel, the size of the selected folder always appears immediately below the folder name. If this is the only folder information you want to see in the Preview panel, you can select the menu bar option View ➝ Show Preview Options and uncheck all other metadata options.
Use Get Info
Of course, you may find that relying on the Preview panel to keep a check on individual folder sizes isn't an ideal use of Finder window space. This is where the menu bar option File ➝ Get Info (or key combo Command+I) can come in helpful. Opening a separate Get Info panel lets you see the size of the item in question, regardless of whether it's a file or a folder.
The downside? Each Get Info panel is static and specific to the item selected. Opening several at once can clutter your desktop, since each new window stays open until manually closed.
Use Inspector for Live Folder Info
Fortunately, this inconvenience can be easily solved: Click File in the menu bar and hold the Option key, and Get Info will turn into Show Inspector. Unlike a Get Info panel, the Inspector panel is dynamically updated and will always display information for the active Finder window's currently selected file or folder – including, of course, its size.
In summary, for casual folder-size checking, use the Preview panel. For detailed or multiple folders, enable Calculate All Sizes in View Options. And if you need real-time updates without clutter, use Show Inspector.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
iPadOS 19’s multitasking could have big impact on three upcoming products It’s the phrase that’s like catnip to many iPad users: iPadOS 19 will reportedly make Apple’s tablet run “more like macOS” including with upgraded multitasking. We’ve heard it before, and technically Apple has accomplished it before—though with mixed results. New products in the pipeline, however, mean that iPadOS 19’s success has higher stakes than previous attempts.
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Apple surpasses 60 percent reduction in carbon dioxide equivalents (CO2e) emissions Apple on Wednesday announced that the company has surpassed a 60 percent reduction in its global carbon dioxide equivalents (CO2e)…
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Apple 'Vision Air' Headset Rumored to Feature Thinner, Lighter Design With 'Midnight' Finish An all new Apple "Vision Air" headset featuring a thinner, lighter design and a "Midnight" blue finish is in the works, according to the prototype collector and leaker known as "Kosutami."
In a new post on X, the leaker explained that the "Vision Air" will feature a thinner design and switch the battery enclosure and several of its internal structures to titanium to reduce the device's overall weight. Most of the exterior of the device will continue to be aluminum, except with a "Midnight" bluish-black finish. Today's Vision Pro is only available in silver.
The leaker also recently shared a series of images of a new, Lightning-style connector in Midnight purportedly for the next-generation Vision device.
Our next Vision pic.twitter.com/VGAK9rNsrU— Kosutami (@Kosutami_Ito) April 12, 2025
The Vision Pro uses a similar connector, except with 12 pins instead of eight, suggesting that the new cable is part of a more substantial redesign.
Apple is expected to release a second-generation Vision Pro headset with the M5 chip between fall 2025 and spring 2026, but the company's work on a lower-cost headset is widely rumored. The latter could be the "Vision Air" device Kosutami is today referring to.
Kosutami has a mixed track record for Apple rumors, but they were the first to say that Apple would replace its leather Modern Buckle band with a FineWoven version in 2023. They also went on to provide the first real-world images of the FineWoven Apple Watch bands prior to their official unveiling, the new Thunderbolt 4 cable released alongside the iPhone 15 Pro, the iPhone 16 Pro's improved thermal design and redesigned battery, and more. Related Roundup: Apple Vision ProTag: KosutamiBuyer's Guide: Vision Pro (Neutral)Related Forum: Apple Vision ProThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
4 young filmmakers show how iPhone 16 Pro Max does movies right As part of the 2025 MAMI Select: Filmed on iPhone program, four emerging auteurs show how iPhone 16 Pro Max does movies right.
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Praise Kier! The Severance keyboard is coming to the Mac Macworld
A few weeks ago, Apple posted the New Lumon Terminal Pro on its website to promote the season finale of Severance, its hit show on Apple TV+. It’s not a real product, and the product page isn’t on Apple.com anymore (but it lives forever in the Internet Archive). However, what is real is the MDR Dasher Keyboard, a replica of the keyboard used by Lumon employees in the show.
According to Atomic Keyboard, the MDR Dasher Keyboard is inspired by the Data General Dasher 200, a computer terminal from the 1970s. The MDR Dasher is clad in three shades of blue and even features the trackball used to move the cursor. The keyboard “boasts a unique 73-key, 70% layout with no Escape, no Control, and no Options keys.
Those missing keys might be problematic for users relying on key combos. Also, it’s not clear if the top row on the MDR Dasher will be a set of F keys–it seems like it would, but you can’t tell from the photo. The website says the keyboard will be “incorporating modern features for today’s computing needs” so it’s possible the photos aren’t of the final product.
The MDR Dasher Keyboard will be available for macOS, Windows, and Linux, and will connect via USB-C. Atomic Keyboard has not announced a price or a ship date, but you can sign up for a notification when the keyboard becomes available. If the MDR Dasher Keyboard isn’t for you, check out our best Mac keyboards.
Apple cuts more than 60% of its global greenhouse gas emissions Apple continues to make progress on its previously announced Apple 2030 goal, hoping to become carbon neutral over the next five years.Image Credit: AppleJust in time for Earth Day, Apple has announced that its global greenhouse gas emissions are down 60% compared to 2015 levels. The ultimate goal, announced by Apple in 2020, is ambitious, to say the least.The project is called "Apple 2030" and centers around the goal of becoming 100% carbon neutral by 2030. While Apple has already been carbon neutral on the global corporate level, the company wants to become carbon neutral across its entire business, manufacturing supply chain, and product life cycle. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
United Kingdom Account Security Carrier Partner Maintenance – Vodafone THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Apr 16, 22:00 - 23:00 PDTApr 16, 07:41 PDTScheduled - Our carrier partner Vodafone United Kingdom is conducting a planned maintenance from 16 April 2025 at 22:00 PDT until 16 April 2025 at 23:00 PDT. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent API request failures for Vodafone United Kingdom customers.Impacted Product: Verify Silent Network AuthWe are aware of the short notice and are working with our Carrier Partners to provide earlier notification where possible.
Apple Vision ‘Air’ will use titanium to weigh less and come in black, per leak Leaks on the successor to Vision Pro continue emerging, with the latest offering key details on Apple’s plans for a lighter weight, fresh new visionOS device that could be called the Apple Vision Air.
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Today in Apple history: Cupertino fires back after Microsoft’s ‘Apple tax’ ads On April 16, 2009, Apple hit back following a Microsoft ad that criticized Cupertino for failing to sell decent laptops for less than $1,000.
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Trump vs. China: How the tariff war has hit Apple so far The battle between President Donald Trump and China over import tariffs has impacted Apple, and will hit consumer wallets soon. Here's everything you need to know about it, current through April 16, 2025.Apple's stock has been hit hard by the Trump tariff battle with ChinaPresident Donald Trump's first presidency was known for many things, but one of the biggest events in it was the U.S.-China trade war. The financial event saw the U.S. apply high tariffs against Chinese imports, impacting the cost of produce entering the country.The incident caused issues for many businesses, but Apple managed to steer clear of the effects. This was chiefly down to the positive relationship CEO Tim Cook had with Donald Trump at the time. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Nektony App Cleaner & Uninstaller Review: killing a housefly with a flamethrower Macworld
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Pros
Friendly interface, good performance
Removes leftover file systems and unwanted extensions
Easy to find what you’re hunting for
Cons
Mediocre update utility
Remaining Files module needs to be custom-configured
Search and removal function impacts core file systems and functionality
Our Verdict
Despite everything App Cleaner & Uninstaller does well through its friendly interface and ability to dig deep under macOS’ hood to find files, extensions, and application remnants you don’t need, there are some flaws in the Remaining Files and Updates modules that can’t be ignored.
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There are times when an application has all the potential in the world but still can’t execute what its developers set out to do. This is the case with Nektony’s App Cleaner & Uninstaller, the company’s general cleanup utility and the core of Nektony’s larger MacCleaner suite (reviewed here: MacCleaner Pro review).
App Cleaner & Uninstaller, which requires macOS 10.13 (High Sierra or later) to download and install, is available as a two-day free download. The software is easy to download, install, and assign full disk permissions to, and is centered around the Applications, Startup Programs, Extensions, Remaining Files, and Updates modules.
Where the Applications module is concerned, this chunk of App Cleaner & Uninstaller shines as the centerpiece of the application. Once this is launched and the Applications have been indexed, it’s easy to hunt down random applications, including the remains of software wherein only the remnants have been left behind, and remove them with a click.
The Startup Programs excels as well, offering a convenient list of anything that qualifies as a startup application and grouping them into three categories (All Programs, Active, and Disabled), then allowing you to pick and choose what to remove as needed. The Extensions module features useful categorization of your Mac’s extensions (Installation Files, Web Browser Extensions, Screen Savers, Settings Panes, Internet Plugins, and Widgets), and location and removal of a specific extension is pretty much a cinch.
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These are the better points as App Cleaner & Uninstaller begins to fall apart with its Remaining Files and Updater elements. The Remaining Files module, albeit incredibly useful, makes the mistake of offering a generalized “Remove” feature, which offers the ability to locate and remove orphaned files and clear up gigabytes of space in the process. While this is handy, it’s also akin to trying to kill a housefly with a flamethrower, as the module chooses critical system elements such as the App Store to go after, which can affect your Mac’s overall functionality once these system files have been torn out.
During my tests, the module also targeted assorted Adobe Creative Cloud applications and files, removing underlying file systems and requiring the reinstallation of several Adobe applications. Yes, you can run a generalized cleanup, but the Remaining Files module is one where you should slow down and pick and choose exactly what you’re looking to remove, lest you strip out something critical to your Mac or your day-to-day workflow.
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Unfortunately, the Updates module is that much worse, and though convenient and capable of finding an update to the Transmission peer-to-peer file-sharing application that I hadn’t known about, missed major updates such as ff-Works, Slack, Microsoft Office, and others that competing applications tend to find without missing a beat. This module seems to be a mediocre afterthought, adding no real value to the App Cleaner & Uninstaller application, and Nektony arguably needs to gauge how effective it is at locating updates, then talk to the developers of the application updates they’re missing and see why so many pertinent updates are being glossed over.
It’s with the Remaining Files and Updates modules that the application falls short, and as handy as the other three modules may be, three out of five won’t cut it in the big leagues. Yes, the Remaining Files module can be precisely aimed and configured at exactly what you don’t need. The “Remove” button and the somewhat destructive system sweep this leads to seems to beg for trouble. Finally, an Updates module that misses some of the most pertinent software updates in the Mac ecosystem feels like this was lazily tacked on, and it’ll take the developers making some coffee, sitting down, and genuinely refining this to make it what it could be.
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Nektony’s App Cleaner & Uninstaller could be great with some work, but for now, there are better catch-all utilities in this vein that do the job better and are worthier your attention and consideration.
Should you buy Nektony’s App Cleaner & Uninstaller
So where does this put the potential buyer? Well, Nektony offers a free two-day trial with which to test the software, and while not a generous period, it’s still better than nothing. If you’re curious, this is worth the download, but the Remaining Files and Updates modules feel like missed opportunities. There are better utilities for this that are more deserving of your time and attention, and until Nektony goes back and fixes these errors, these are better utilities to trust your Mac to in the meantime. A quick weekend of work and a devoted bug hunt could fix these issues, which a starving developer/CS student would weed out without question. And until Nektony gets that fire in its belly and fixes these issues, there are better places to spend your time and money where your Mac is concerned.
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Apple Announces Major Reduction in Greenhouse Gas Emissions Apple today announced that it has now reduced its global greenhouse gas emissions by more than 60 percent compared to 2015 levels, as part of its commitment to achieving full carbon neutrality across its entire business footprint by 2030.
The update was shared ahead of Earth Day as part of the company's 2025 Environmental Progress Report. The 60% milestone includes emissions from corporate operations, manufacturing, and the full product life cycle. The company aims to cut its emissions by 75% overall by 2030, with the remaining 25% to be offset through what it describes as "high-quality carbon credits." According to Apple, its efforts in 2024 alone prevented around 41 million metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions.
The report outlines several areas of recent progress, particularly in clean energy adoption across its supply chain and the use of recycled materials in Apple-designed components. As of this year, Apple has achieved the use of 99% recycled rare earth elements in all magnets across its product lines, including in the Taptic Engine found in the iPhone and Apple Watch. The company also reports 99% recycled cobalt usage in batteries that are designed in-house, which it says accounts for over 97% of its total cobalt consumption. The goal is to reach 100% for both materials during 2025.
Apple said that there are now 17.8 gigawatts of renewable electricity in use across its supply chain–a significant increase from previous years. In 2024, the renewable energy used by suppliers helped avoid 21.8 million metric tons of emissions, an increase of more than 17% compared to 2023. Suppliers are also working with Apple to improve energy efficiency, avoiding almost two million metric tons of emissions.
Apple has additionally focused on reducing emissions from the manufacturing of semiconductors and displays, processes that release potent fluorinated greenhouse gases. The company said that 26 of its semiconductor suppliers, as well as all of its direct display suppliers, have now committed to abate at least 90% of fluorinated emissions related to Apple production by 2030.
Since the launch of its Supplier Clean Water Program in 2013, Apple and its suppliers have apparently saved more than 90 billion gallons of fresh water. The company reports that 14 billion gallons were saved in 2024 alone, and that participating suppliers achieved an average reuse rate of 42%. Apple has set a target to replenish 100% of freshwater used in high-stress areas by 2030 and has now initiated partnerships expected to account for over 40% of that goal.
The company's "Zero Waste" program continued to expand last year. Suppliers involved in the program redirected roughly 600,000 metric tons of waste from landfills in 2024, bringing the total to 3.6 million metric tons since the program began in 2015. Moreover, the new MacBook Air is produced using more than 55 percent recycled content—the highest proportion yet in any Apple device.
As part of its Earth Day initiatives, Apple is encouraging users to recycle eligible devices by offering 10% off a new Apple accessory when recycling in-store before May 16. It is also launching a range of themed content and challenges; Apple Watch users will be able to earn a limited-edition award on April 22 by completing a 30-minute workout.
A new episode of Time to Walk featuring actress and environmental advocate Shailene Woodley will be available from April 21 in Apple Fitness+. Additional episodes of Time to Run explore locations such as Lake Tahoe, Zion National Park, and Yellowstone. These are accompanied by a guided ocean breathing meditation.
Apple TV+ is also promoting a selection of nature-themed content for Earth Day, including original series such as Prehistoric Planet, Tiny World, Earth at Night in Color, and The Secret Lives of Animals in a curated collection titled "The Future Is Up to Us." The Tips app now includes a dedicated Earth Day collection that suggests ways iPhone users can reduce environmental impact, such as identifying plants in the Photos app or using downloadable Maps for offline outdoor exploration.Tags: Apple Environment, Environment, Environmental ResponsibilityThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
Apple touts new milestone as it aims to become carbon neutral by 2030 Ahead of Earth Day next week, Apple has provided an update on its “Apple 2030” goal to become carbon neutral across its entire footprint. The company says it has now surpassed a “60 percent reduction in its global greenhouse gas emissions compared to 2015 levels.”
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Apple TV+ announces ‘Lulu Is a Rhinoceros,’ an animated special premiering May 30th Apple TV+ announced the all-new family musical special for kids and parents, “Lulu Is a Rhinoceros,” set to premiere globally on May 30th…
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Apple’s new 13-inch M4 MacBook Airs on sale for up to $70 off MSRP at Amazon Amazon is offering discounted prices ranging up to $70 off MSRP on new Apple 13" M4 MacBook Airs. Discount applies to most colors and configurations. Be sure to select Amazon as the seller, rather than a third-party:
- 13" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/256GB): $949, $50 off
- 13" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/512GB): $1144, $55 off
- 13" M4 MacBook Air (24GB/512GB): $1329, $70 off
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Amazon has new 15-inch M4 MacBook Airs on sale for $50-$75 off Apple’s MSRP Amazon is offering discounted prices ranging up to $75 off MSRP on new Apple 15" M4 MacBook Airs. Discount applies to most colors and configurations. Be sure to select Amazon as the seller, rather than a third-party:
- 15" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/256GB): $1149, $50 off
- 15" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/512GB): $1334, $65 off
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Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU – Pink – G19N2LL/A – $1,409.00 Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU - Pink
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Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU – Orange – G19R0LL/A – $1,249.00 Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU - Orange
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Originally released October 2023
24-inch 4.5K Retina display;² 4480-by-2520 resolution at 218 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors
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Magic Keyboard with Touch ID⁵
1080p FaceTime HD camera
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Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU – Green – G19J0LL/A – $1,409.00 Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU - Green
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Originally released October 2023
24-inch 4.5K Retina display;² 4480-by-2520 resolution at 218 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors
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Magic Keyboard with Touch ID⁵
1080p FaceTime HD camera
Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports
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Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU – Silver – G19D1LL/A – $1,389.00 Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU - Silver
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Originally released October 2023
24-inch 4.5K Retina display;² 4480-by-2520 resolution at 218 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors
24GB unified memory
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Magic Keyboard with Touch ID⁵
1080p FaceTime HD camera
Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports
Two USB 3 ports (up to 10Gb/s)
Product page on the Apple Store…
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU – Orange – G19S7LL/A – $1,999.00 Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU - Orange
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Originally released October 2023
24-inch 4.5K Retina display;² 4480-by-2520 resolution at 218 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors
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Magic Keyboard with Touch ID⁵
1080p FaceTime HD camera
Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports
Two USB 3 ports (up to 10Gb/s)
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Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU – Yellow – G19G1LL/A – $1,709.00 Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU - Yellow
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Originally released October 2023
24-inch 4.5K Retina display;² 4480-by-2520 resolution at 218 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors
8GB unified memory
2TB SSD¹
Magic Keyboard with Touch ID⁵
1080p FaceTime HD camera
Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports
Two USB 3 ports (up to 10Gb/s)
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Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet, Nano-texture glass – Purple – G1EU3LL/A – $1,779.00 Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet, Nano-texture glass - Purple
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Amazon is offering a $70 discount on Apple Watch Series 10 GPS models Take $70 off most Apple Watch Series 10 models (GPS, Aluminum cases) at Amazon for a limited time. Shipping is free:
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Originally released October 2023
24-inch 4.5K Retina display;² 4480-by-2520 resolution at 218 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors
16GB unified memory
512GB SSD¹
Magic Keyboard with Touch ID⁵
1080p FaceTime HD camera
Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports
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$1,559.00
Originally released October 2023
24-inch 4.5K Retina display;² 4480-by-2520 resolution at 218 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors
24GB unified memory
512GB SSD¹
Magic Keyboard with Touch ID⁵
1080p FaceTime HD camera
Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports
Two USB 3 ports (up to 10Gb/s)
Product page on the Apple Store…
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU – Green – G19J5LL/A – $1,559.00 Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU - Green
– G19J5LL/A
$1,559.00
Originally released October 2023
24-inch 4.5K Retina display;² 4480-by-2520 resolution at 218 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors
24GB unified memory
512GB SSD¹
Magic Keyboard with Touch ID⁵
1080p FaceTime HD camera
Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports
Two USB 3 ports (up to 10Gb/s)
Product page on the Apple Store…
Week’s Best Mac mini Deals: M4 and M4 Pro Mac minis on sale for up to $100 off Apple’s MSRP Amazon has new M4 and M4 Pro Mac minis discounted up to $100 off Apple's MSRP this week. Shipping is free. Their prices are the lowest currently available for these popular new minis:
- Mac mini M4 (16GB/256GB): $557, $43 off MSRP
- Mac mini M4 (16GB/512GB): $743, $56 off MSRP
- Mac mini M4 (24GB/512GB): $954, $45 off MSRP
- Mac mini M4 Pro (24GB/512GB): $1299, $100 off MSRP
For the latest prices and sales, keep an eye on our Mac mini Price Tracker, updated daily.
Here are the latest free or discounted iPhones available at Apple carriers Looking for a free iPhone and willing to switch carriers? Want to know who is offering a discount on new iPhones without a trade-in requirement? These carriers are currently offering free or discounted new, current-generation iPhones to customers willing to switch and open a new line of service. Data current as of 4/14/2025, click the 'Read More' button to see the list.
Clearance 24-inch M3 iMacs on sale for $400-$500 off original MSRP Best Buy has clearance 24-inch M3 iMacs on sale for $400-$500 off original MSRP on their online store. Prices start at $1099. Order online and choose free shipping or free local store pickup (if available). Sale prices for online orders online:
- 24-inch M3 iMac (8GB/512GB): $1099, save $500
- 24-inch M3 iMac (16GB/512GB): $1399, save $400
See our iMac Price Tracker for the latest sales from Apple's retailers.
Sunday Sale: $100 off 11-inch M4 iPad Pros, $200 off 13-inch M4 iPad Pros Best Buy has Apple's iPad Pros with M4 CPUs on sale for $100-$200 off MSRP on their online store today. Price start at $899:
- 13-inch M4 WiFi iPad Pros: $200 off MSRP
- 13-inch M4 WiFi + 5G iPad Pros: $200 off MSRP
- 11-inch M4 WiFi iPad Pros: $100 off MSRP
- 11-inch M4 WiFi + 5G iPad Pros: $100 off MSRP
Sale prices for online orders only, in-store prices may vary. Order online, and choose free shipping or free local store pickup (if available).
See our iPad Pro Price Tracker for a detailed breakdown of prices.
Apple AirPods Pro 2 on sale today for $189, $60 off MSRP Best Buy has Apple's AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C in stock and on sale today for $189.99. That's $60 off MSRP. Sale prices for online orders only, in-store price may vary. Order online and choose free shipping or free local store pickup.
For the latest prices & deals, see our Apple AirPods Price Tracker, updated daily.
Week’s Best Deals: 14-inch M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max MacBook Pros on sale for up to $280 off Apple’s MSRP Amazon is offering a $150-$280 discount on Apple's 14-inch M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max MacBook Pros (Silver and Black colors) right now. Shipping is free. These are the lowest prices currently available for 14" MacBook Pros. Be sure to select Amazon as the seller, rather than a third-party seller:
- 14" M4 MacBook Pro (16GB/512GB): $1449, $150 off MSRP
- 14" M4 MacBook Pro (16GB/1TB): $1639, $160 off MSRP
- 14" M4 MacBook Pro (24GB/1TB): $1799, $200 off MSRP
- 14" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/512GB): $1819, $180 off MSRP
- 14" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/1TB): $2204, $195 off MSRP
- 14" M4 Max MacBook Pro (36GB/1TB): $2919, $280 off MSRP
Act now if you're interested, as we don't know how long sales like this will be available in the current tariff environment.
For the latest sales and prices, keep an eye on our 14-inch MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.
iScanner App: Lifetime subscription for $25 Use coupon code "SCAN" to get this price. It features several scanning modes, for scanning documents, ID cards or passports, math equations, area, or QR codes. This deal is for new users only. Buy Now at StackSocial
Week’s Best Deals: 16-inch M4 Pro/M4 Max MacBook Pros for $210-$360 off Apple’s MSRP Amazon is offering a $210-$360 discount on Apple 16-inch M4 Pro and M4 Max MacBook Pros (Silver and Black colors) this week. Shipping is free. These are the lowest prices currently available for these MacBook Pros. Be sure to select Amazon as the seller, rather than a third-party seller:
- 16" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/512GB): $2289, $210 off MSRP
- 16" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (48GB/512GB): $2629, $270 off MSRP
- 16" M4 Max MacBook Pro (36GB/1TB): $3179, $320 off MSRP
- 16" M4 Max MacBook Pro (48GB/1TB): $3639, $360 off MSRP
Act now if you're interested, as we don't know how long sales like this will be available in the current tariff environment.
For the latest sales and prices, keep an eye on our 16-inch MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.
Clearance 14-inch M3 Pro MacBook Pro available today for $1499, $500 off original MSRP B&H Photo has clearance 14" M3 Pro MacBook Pros on sale for $500 off original MSRP, now only $1499. B&H offers free 1-2 day delivery to most US addresses:
- 14" 11-Core M3 Pro MacBook Pro (18GB RAM/512GB SSD): $1499 $500 off MSRP
For the latest prices and sales, see our 14" MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.
Switch to Verizon and get a free iPhone 16, no trade-in required Switch to Verizon with a new line of service, and you will qualify for a free iPhone 16, no trade-in required. 36 months of Unlimited service is required, and Verizon will prorate the cost of the phone monthly during that time (meaning if you cancel service early, you will be required to buy out the phone):
- Free 128GB iPhone 16, no trade-in required (details)
The fine print:
"$829.99 (128 GB only) purchase w/ new smartphone line on Unlimited Ultimate, postpaid Unlimited Plus or Unlimited Welcome plan (min. $65/mo w/Auto Pay (+taxes/fees) for 36 mos) req'd. Less $829.99 promo credit applied over 36 mos.; promo credit ends if eligibility req’s are no longer met; 0% APR. Offer may not be combined with other offers. Apple Intelligence requires iOS 18.1 or later."
Verizon's deals are live on their site today. For the latest prices & sales, keep an eye on our iPhone Price Tracker, updated daily.
Clearance 13-inch M1 MacBook Pros on sale for only $649 on Walmart’s online store Walmart has clearance, but new, Apple 13" M1 MacBook Airs (8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) available online for $649, $360 off original MSRP, in Space Gray, Silver, and Gold colors. These are new MacBooks for sale by Walmart directly, not a third-party seller.
These sale prices are available for online orders only. Order online, and choose free shipping or free local store pickup (if available).
Note that stock status may vary, check Walmart's site for availability. For the latest sales & prices, see our 13" MacBook Air Price Tracker, updated daily.
Titanium Apple Watch Series 10 on sale for $100-$150 off MSRP Amazon is offering a $100-$150 discount on Titanium Apple Watch Series 10 models right now. Their prices are the lowest currently available for these Watches:
- 42mm Titanium Apple Watch 10: $599.99, $100 off MSRP
- 46mm Titanium Apple Watch 10: $649.99, $150 off MSRP
For the latest prices & sales, keep an eye on our Apple Watch Price Tracker, updated daily.
Apple AirPods Max headphones on sale for $50 off MSRP Best Buy has AirPods Max headphones on sale today for $50 off MSRP, now $499.99. Sale prices for online orders only, in-store prices may vary. Order online, and choose free shipping or free local store pickup (if available).
Amazon has AirPods Max with USB-C on sale for $499.99 as well. Shipping is free. Their price is also $50 off Apple's MSRP.
Keep an eye on our AirPods Price Tracker for the latest prices and deals, updated daily.
The latest Mac mini sales, save up to $100 on M4 and M4 Pro models at B&H B&H Photo has M4 and M4 Pro Mac minis in stock and on sale right now for $70-$100 off Apple's MSRP, each including free 1-2 day shipping to most US addresses:
- M4 Mac mini (16GB/256GB): $529, $70 off MSRP
- M4 Mac mini (16GB/512GB): $699, $100 off MSRP
- M4 Mac mini (24GB/512GB): $899, $100 off MSRP
- M4 Pro Mac mini (24GB/512GB): $1299, $100 off MSRP
For the latest prices and sales, keep an eye on our Mac mini Price Tracker, updated daily.
11-inch 128GB M3 iPad Air on sale for $549, $50 off Apple’s MSRP B&H Photo has Apple's new 128GB 11" WiFi M3 iPad Airs in stock today and on sale for $549 in Silver and Blue colors. That's $50 off Apple's MSRP and the lowest price available for a new M3 iPad Air.
B&H also offers free 1-2 day shipping to most US addresses.
For the latest prices and sales, see our iPad Air Price Tracker, updated daily.
Clearance Mac Studio with Apple M2 Max CPU on sale for $500 off original MSRP B&H Photo has the standard-configuration Mac Studio model with Apple's M2 Max CPU in stock today and on clearance sale for $500 off original MSRP, now $1499 (12-Core CPU and 32GB RAM/512GB SSD).
B&H also offers free 1-2 day shipping to most US addresses.
For the latest prices and sales, see our Mac Studio Price Tracker, updated daily.
Apple MacBook Deals at Best Buy: Up to $350 + free shipping Prices start as low as $749. We’ve pictured the Apple MacBook Air M2 13.6″ Laptop for $749 ($350 off). Shop Now at Best Buy
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU – Green – G19J4LL/A – $1,859.00 Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU - Green
– G19J4LL/A
$1,859.00
Originally released October 2023
24-inch 4.5K Retina display;² 4480-by-2520 resolution at 218 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors
16GB unified memory
2TB SSD¹
Magic Keyboard with Touch ID⁵
1080p FaceTime HD camera
Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports
Two USB 3 ports (up to 10Gb/s)
Product page on the Apple Store…
Update: 15-inch M3 MacBook Airs now $250-$350 off MSRP on Best Buy’s website Best Buy has Apple's 15" M3 MacBook Airs on now clearance sale for $250-$350 off original MSRP on their online store:
- 15" M3 MacBook Air/8GB/256GB: $1049, $250 off MSRP
- 15" M3 MacBook Air/8GB/512GB: $1249, $250 off MSRP
- 15" M3 MacBook Air/16GB/512GB: $1349, $350 off MSRP
Order online and choose free shipping or free local store pickup (if available). Sale prices for online orders only, in-store prices may vary.
For the latest sales & prices, see our 15" MacBook Air Price Tracker.
Amazon has Apple’s new M4 MacBook Airs discounted up to $60 off MSRP Amazon is offering discounted prices ranging up to $60 off MSRP on new 13" M4 and 15" M4 MacBook Airs. Discount applies to most colors and configurations. Be sure to select Amazon as the seller, rather than a third-party:
- 13" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/256GB): $949, $50 off
- 13" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/512GB): $1149, $50 off
- 13" M4 MacBook Air (24GB/512GB): $1359, $40 off
- 15" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/256GB): $1139, $60 off
- 15" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/512GB): $1344, $55 off
- 15" M4 MacBook Air (24GB/512GB): $1549, $50 off
For the latest sales & prices, see our 13" MacBook Air Price Tracker and 15" MacBook Air Price Tracker, both updated daily.
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Pink – G1980LL/A – $1,069.00 Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU - Pink
– G1980LL/A
$1,069.00
Originally released October 2023
24-inch 4.5K Retina display;² 4480-by-2520 resolution at 218 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors
8GB unified memory
512GB SSD¹
1080p FaceTime HD camera
Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports
Product page on the Apple Store…
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Green – G1963LL/A – $1,209.00 Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU - Green
– G1963LL/A
$1,209.00
Originally released October 2023
24-inch 4.5K Retina display;² 4480-by-2520 resolution at 218 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors
16GB unified memory
512GB SSD¹
1080p FaceTime HD camera
Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports
Product page on the Apple Store…
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Green – G1967LL/A – $1,499.00 Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU - Green
– G1967LL/A
$1,499.00
Originally released October 2023
24-inch 4.5K Retina display;² 4480-by-2520 resolution at 218 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors
24GB unified memory
1TB SSD¹
1080p FaceTime HD camera
Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports
Product page on the Apple Store…
Clearance 13-inch 16GB M3 MacBook Airs on sale this weekend starting at $899 Best Buy has clearance 13" 16GB M3 MacBook Airs on sale for $200-$250 off original MSRP, starting at $899. Sale prices for online orders only, in-store prices may vary. Order online, and choose free shipping or free local store pickup (if available):
- 13" M3 MacBook Air (16GB/256GB): $899, $200 off MSRP
- 13" M3 MacBook Air (16GB/512GB): $1099, $200 off MSRP
- 13" M3 MacBook Air (24GB/512GB): $1249, $250 off MSRP
For the latest sales & prices, see our 13" MacBook Air Price Tracker, updated daily.
2nd generation Apple HomePods on sale for $20 off MSRP with free 1-2 day shipping B&H Photo has Apple's new 2nd generation full-size HomePods on sale for $20 off MSRP. These are the steepest discounts available on 2nd-gen HomePods among the Apple retailers we track. In addition, B&H offers free 1-2 day shipping on these models to most US addresses:
- HomePod (Gray): $279.95, save $20
- HomePod (White): $279.95, save $20
This is not a huge discount, but it is unknown at this time if tariffs will cause HomePod prices to rise in the near future.
See our HomePod Price Tracker for the latest prices and deals from Apple and its resellers.
Apple AirPods Pro 2 on sale this weekend for $51 off MSRP Amazon has Apple AirPods Pro 2 in stock and on sale this weekend for $51 off MSRP including free shipping. Their price is the lowest available for new AirPods Pro:
- AirPods Pro 2: $198, $51 off
Keep an eye on our AirPods Price Tracker for the latest prices and deals, updated daily.
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Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Pink – G1984LL/A – $1,359.00 Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU - Pink
– G1984LL/A
$1,359.00
Originally released October 2023
24-inch 4.5K Retina display;² 4480-by-2520 resolution at 218 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors
16GB unified memory
1TB SSD¹
1080p FaceTime HD camera
Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports
Product page on the Apple Store…
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Pink – G1981LL/A – $1,209.00 Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU - Pink
– G1981LL/A
$1,209.00
Originally released October 2023
24-inch 4.5K Retina display;² 4480-by-2520 resolution at 218 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors
8GB unified memory
1TB SSD¹
1080p FaceTime HD camera
Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports
Product page on the Apple Store…
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Blue – G1976LL/A – $1,359.00 Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU - Blue
– G1976LL/A
$1,359.00
Originally released October 2023
24-inch 4.5K Retina display;² 4480-by-2520 resolution at 218 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors
24GB unified memory
512GB SSD¹
1080p FaceTime HD camera
Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports
Product page on the Apple Store…
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Blue – G1974LL/A – $1,359.00 Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU - Blue
– G1974LL/A
$1,359.00
Originally released October 2023
24-inch 4.5K Retina;² 4480-by-2520 resolution at 218 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors
16GB unified memory
1TB SSD¹
1080p FaceTime HD camera
Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports
Product page on the Apple Store…
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Silver – G1956LL/A – $1,359.00 Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU - Silver
– G1956LL/A
$1,359.00
Originally released October 2023
24-inch 4.5K Retina display;² 4480-by-2520 resolution at 218 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors
24GB unified memory
512GB SSD¹
1080p FaceTime HD camera
Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports
Product page on the Apple Store…
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Pink – G1982LL/A – $1,069.00 Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU - Pink
– G1982LL/A
$1,069.00
Originally released October 2023
24-inch 4.5K Retina display;² 4480-by-2520 resolution at 218 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors
16GB unified memory
256GB SSD¹
1080p FaceTime HD camera
Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports
Product page on the Apple Store…
13-inch M2 MacBook Air (8GB/512GB) on clearance sale for only $749 Best Buy has Apple 13" M2 MacBook Airs with M2 CPUs, 8GB of memory, and 512GB of SSD storage in stock and on clearance sale on their online store for $550 off original MSRP in Space Gray, Silver, and Starlight colors, now only $749:
- 13" M2 MacBook Air (8GB RAM/512GB SSD): $749 $550 off original MSRP
Prices valid for online orders only. In-store prices may vary. Order online and choose free shipping or free local store pickup (if available). For the latest sales & prices, see our 13" MacBook Air Price Tracker.
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU – Pink – G19N3LL/A – $1,559.00 Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU - Pink
– G19N3LL/A
$1,559.00
Originally released October 2023
24-inch 4.5K Retina display;² 4480-by-2520 resolution at 218 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors
16GB unified memory
1TB SSD¹
Magic Keyboard with Touch ID⁵
1080p FaceTime HD camera
Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports
Two USB 3 ports (up to 10Gb/s)
Product page on the Apple Store…
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Blue – G1977LL/A – $1,499.00 Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU - Blue
– G1977LL/A
$1,499.00
Originally released October 2023
24-inch 4.5K Retina display;² 4480-by-2520 resolution at 218 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors
24GB unified memory
1TB SSD¹
1080p FaceTime HD camera
Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports
Product page on the Apple Store…
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Green – FQRA3LL/A – $929.00 Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU - Green
– FQRA3LL/A
$929.00
$1,199.00 −23%
Originally released October 2023
24-inch 4.5K Retina;² 4480-by-2520 resolution at 218 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors
8GB unified memory
256GB SSD¹
1080p FaceTime HD camera
Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports
Product page on the Apple Store…
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Blue – FQRC3LL/A – $929.00 Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU - Blue
– FQRC3LL/A
$929.00
$1,199.00 −23%
Originally released October 2023
24-inch 4.5K Retina;² 4480-by-2520 resolution at 218 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors
8GB unified memory
256GB SSD¹
1080p FaceTime HD camera
Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports
Product page on the Apple Store…
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Pink – FQRD3LL/A – $929.00 Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU - Pink
– FQRD3LL/A
$929.00
$1,199.00 −23%
Originally released October 2023
24-inch 4.5K Retina;² 4480-by-2520 resolution at 218 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors
8GB unified memory
256GB SSD¹
1080p FaceTime HD camera
Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports
Product page on the Apple Store…
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU – Silver – G19E0LL/A – $1,409.00 Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU - Silver
– G19E0LL/A
$1,409.00
Originally released October 2023
24-inch 4.5K Retina display;² 4480-by-2520 resolution at 218 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors
8GB unified memory
1TB SSD¹
Magic Keyboard with Touch ID⁵
1080p FaceTime HD camera
Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports
Two USB 3 ports (up to 10Gb/s)
Product page on the Apple Store…
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M1 Chip with 8‑Core CPU and 7‑Core GPU – Blue – G14M3LL/A – $1,099.00 Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M1 Chip with 8‑Core CPU and 7‑Core GPU - Blue
– G14M3LL/A
$1,099.00
Originally released April 2021
24-inch 4.5K Retina display 4480-by-2520 resolution at 218 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors
16GB unified memory
512GB SSD
1080p FaceTime HD camera
Two Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports
Product page on the Apple Store…
Apple’s 14-inch M4 Pro and M4 Max MacBook Pros are on sale for up to $350 off MSRP Amazon is offering a $210-$350 discount on Apple's 14-inch M4 Pro and M4 Max MacBook Pros (Silver and Black colors) right now. Shipping is free. These are the lowest prices currently available for M4 Pro and Max MacBook Pros. Be sure to select Amazon as the seller, rather than a third-party seller:
- 14" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/512GB): $1789, $220 off MSRP
- 14" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/1TB): $2159, $240 off MSRP
- 14" M4 Max MacBook Pro (36GB/1TB): $2849, $350 off MSRP
For the latest sales and prices, keep an eye on our 14-inch MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.
24-inch M4 iMacs are on sale for up to $200 off MSRP Amazon has Apple's 24-inch M4 iMacs on sale right now for $120-$200 off MSRP, each including free shipping:
- 24-inch M4 iMac (8-Core CPU, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD): $1179, $120 off MSRP
- 24-inch M4 iMac (10-Core CPU, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD): $1349, $150 off MSRP
- 24-inch M4 iMac (10-Core CPU, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD): $1499, $200 off MSRP
- 24-inch M4 iMac (8-Core CPU, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD): $1722, $177 off MSRP
Amazon's prices are among the lowest available for one of these new iMacs. Note that stock can vary. Act now if you're interested, as we don't know how long sales like this will be available in the current tariff environment.
For the latest prices and deals, see our iMac Price Tracker, updated daily.
Amazon has 14-inch M4 MacBook Pros on sale for up to $214 off Apple’s MSRP Amazon is offering a $180-$214 discount on Apple's 14-inch M4 MacBook Pros (Silver and Black colors) right now. Shipping is free. These are the lowest prices currently available for M4 MacBook Pros. Be sure to select Amazon as the seller, rather than a third-party seller:
- 14" M4 MacBook Pro (16GB/512GB): $1399, $200 off MSRP
- 14" M4 MacBook Pro (16GB/1TB): $1619, $180 off MSRP
- 14" M4 MacBook Pro (24GB/1TB): $1786, $214 off MSRP
Act now if you're interested, as we don't know how long sales like this will be available in the current tariff environment.
For the latest sales and prices, keep an eye on our 14-inch MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.
Apple iPhone 13 on sale for $99 at Boost Mobile Boost Mobile, an MVNO using AT&T and T-Mobile's networks, is offering the 128GB iPhone 13 for $99.99 including service with their Unlimited Premium plan (50GB of premium data, $60/month). No trade-in is required, no contract is required.
This deal is live today at Boost Mobile. For the latest prices & sales, keep an eye on our iPhone Price Tracker, updated daily.
Get one of Apple’s 16-inch M4 Pro or M4 Max MacBook Pros for up to $450 off MSRP today Amazon is offering a $270-$450 discount on Apple 16-inch M4 Pro and M4 Max MacBook Pros (Silver and Black colors) right now. Shipping is free. These are the lowest prices currently available for these MacBook Pros. Be sure to select Amazon as the seller, rather than a third-party seller:
- 16" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/512GB): $2229, $270 off MSRP
- 16" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (48GB/512GB): $2591, $308 off MSRP
- 16" M4 Max MacBook Pro (36GB/1TB): $3129, $370 off MSRP
- 16" M4 Max MacBook Pro (48GB/1TB): $3549, $450 off MSRP
Act now if you're interested, as we don't know how long sales like this will be available in the current tariff environment.
For the latest sales and prices, keep an eye on our 16-inch MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.