Klarna becomes official Apple reseller with payment options and upgrade plans
Klarna, which offers monthly payment plans as a service, is now an official Apple reseller. Customers can purchase iPhone, AirPods, Apple Watch, iPad, Mac and more directly from Klarna’s app or website with monthly payment options. more…

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Apple Podcasts launches new narrative series chart, ad-free windows, more
Today Apple has announced changes to Apple Podcasts designed to better spotlight a specific type of show: narrative series. A new top chart is debuting alongside other editorial initiatives, plus Series becomes its own standalone category for improved discovery. Here are all the details. more…

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Apple published a new Press Release
Apple just published a new Press Release:Apple Podcasts spotlights narrative series

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No laughs for Billy Crystal in this horror show [Apple TV+ trailer]
The new Apple TV+ trailer for psychological thriller "Before" makes funny man Billy Crystal's new series out to be straight-up horror. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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The eero Max 7 Wifi Router is $150 Off
Need a router upgrade but don’t want to break the bank? This deal will give you faster internet speed whenever you need it for bandwidth-intensive tasks. Today, the eero Max 7 Mesh WiFi Router is down to just $449.99 from its original price of $600 on Amazon. Boasting wireless speeds of up to 4.3 Gbps, […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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Apple's holiday quarter will again see giant challenges because of supply chain issues
Apple is again facing strong external pressures as it works to deliver a successful iPhone holiday season, but is being threatened by a factory fire, hurricane flooding hitting quartz supplies, ocean freight strikes, and also a worldwide economic decline.A pallet of iPhones being loaded onto a plane. (Source: SDI Logistics)Apple has publicly committed to donating to the disaster relief efforts following Hurricane Helene. This is unfortunately just the latest of so many cases that have needed such help, but it's also one Apple's supply chain could be severely affected.That's because while much or most of Apple's suppliers are overseas, there is a crucial quartz mine in western Northern Carolina in the US. It's so far been closed entirely for five days following the devastation caused by the hurricane. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple Home Hub might feature an iPad-like screen
Apple’s rumored Home Hub might assume a square display screen, according to an online leak. The unreleased device, dubbed Home Hub and with an internal ‘HomeAccessory’ label and codename J490, is believed to have a square display and the A18 chip. In addition, the Home Hub is said to respond to gestures, recognize people using […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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Apple accused of forcing employees to sign illegal contracts, quashed labor efforts
A U.S. labor board believes that Apple has violated employees' right to organize and forced them to adhere to overly strict standards and contracts.Logo credit: NLRB.govOn Monday, the National Labor Relations Board launched a complaint against Apple, claiming that it required its employees to sign illegal confidentiality, non-compete, and non-disclosure agreements. The complaint also alleges that Apple over-enforced social media and misconduct policies on its employees.The statement, seen by Reuters, accuses Apple of "interfering with, restraining, and coercing employees in the exercise of" their rights under federal labor law. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple launches another AirPods Pro 2 firmware update
Apple has released another firmware update for the AirPods Pro 2. Firmware build number 7A305 is for the AirPods Pro 2 in both USB-C and Lightning cases, with release notes saying that the contents are for improvements and bug fixes. It’s the third firmware update for the wireless earbuds in September, which makes it unusual […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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‘Balatro’ arrives on Apple Arcade and App Store
Card game ‘Balatro’ recently debuted on the App Store and Apple Arcade. Balatro was teased as a newcomer to the Apple ecosystem in September. It’s a roguelike deck-builder where the objective is to create a winning poker hand. However, there are special cards with abilities that change how the classic card game is played. Chips […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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The gorgeous black titanium Apple Watch Ultra 2 just got its first major discount
Macworld Apple might not have updated the Apple Watch this year, but it did give the Ultra 2 a gorgeous new black titanium case. And if you’ve been drooling over it, now’s the time to buy: You can get it for $732.89 at Amazon, down from its $799 MSRP. The 49mm black titanium Apple Watch Ultra 2 was only introduced a few weeks ago, but it’s definitely a model that we love because it looks stunning, no matter what color band you get. When we reviewed the natural titanium Apple Watch Ultra 2, we gave it a 4-star rating and appreciated the bright screen and the operating system that goes with it. The rugged watch is great for tracking sports and workouts. “Apple has broadened the variety of sports, and it’s possible to customize each one with the particular goals you want to achieve. And you can start a workout quickly by pressing the Action button if you’ve set it to do that. It all works brilliantly, especially for running, walking and cycling. The only criticism, really, is that not every kind of workout records your route using the built-in GPS,” our review reads. Of course, there’s more to this smartwatch. When you’re hiking, the Compass app helps you navigate any terrain. When you’re running, you get detailed metrics. If you want to work out, the watch can guide you through warmups, recovery intervals, and cool-downs. It’s also got incredible battery life that can stretch to 36 hours. Take advantage of this deal and get yourself the most stylish version of the Apple Watch Ultra 2 for $732.89 at Amazon. Snatch the black titanium Ultra 2 on saleBuy it now at Amazon

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Halide expands Camera Control tools as Lux drops iPhone 16 photography review
Halide for iPhone 16 is out today with expanded Camera Control features that bring simplicity to the somewhat complex button. The makers of Halide emphasize a desire to make their app’s Camera Control features as simple and useful as tradition shutter buttons on dedicated cameras. more…

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Visual Intelligence in iOS 18.2 will unlock new iPhone 16 powers
Apple’s iPhone 16 line is getting an exclusive and powerful new feature later this year—likely in iOS 18.2. It uses the A18 chip, Camera Control, and smarts from Apple, ChatGPT, and Google to unlock a fresh way of interacting with the world. Here’s everything you should know about visual intelligence. more…

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Deals: Apple Pencil Pro all-time low, new Apple Watch SE 2 configs from $189, iPad Air, MagSafe gear, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by a new all-time low price on Apple Pencil Pro that is now sitting at $99 shipped. While this might be an excellent condition open-box listing, it does include the full 1-year Apple warranty and now joins a new Amazon all-time low on the most affordable blue model M2 iPad Air as well as some of the best prices yet on the latest Apple Watch SE 2 configurations with the 2024 official Apple band updates. From there, we have accessories offers in the form of Belkin MagSafe chargers, Matter smart plugs, Twelve South gear, and much more. Check it all out below.  more…

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How to transfer every picture from your iPhone to an external drive
With the right software, it's easy to back up iPhone pictures and videos. Here's how to transfer photos from iPhone to external hard drives. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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Apple may lean more on China after fire at Tata’s iPhone component plant in India
A fire at Tata Group's Apple iPhone component plant in southern India has caused significant damage, potentially disrupting production… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Norton Ultra VPN review
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Antivirus protections. Lots of tools are available, including Cloud Backup and Password Manager. Email tracking quarantine is an eye-opener. Cons Slower than rival VPNs. Inflexible payment options. Our Verdict Norton Ultra VPN is a solid offering from a company dedicated to securing your tech, but its pricing structure, lack of browser integration and slower speeds make it hard to recommend over others. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When ReviewedFirst year is from $39.99 Norton Secure VPN; $49.99 Norton Ultra VPN; $59.99 Norton Ultra VPN Plus. Renews at a higher price of $79.99/$109.99/$129.99. Best Prices Today: Norton Ultra VPN Retailer Price Norton (first year) $49.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Norton is likely a brand that needs no introduction, with decades of experience protecting devices from cyber threats (read our review of Norton 360). That means there’s plenty of cache in the name, and the company’s VPN service wisely leans on that pedigree. Norton’s VPN plans are, outside of the basic tier, tied into its security software to help offer real-time protection from bad actors. It comes with a password manager, dark web monitor, and cloud storage, but the VPN side of things is a little lacking. Perhaps it’s from testing so many of the best VPN services that we’ve grown used to a certain set of non-negotiables. Chief among them is browser extension options to allow for quick switching, but at the time of writing, there’s no such offering from Norton. Then there’s the option to pay monthly, but Norton demands an annual fee. While it’s a smaller amount than many charge, there’s a caveat that while Norton Secure VPN (one device) is $39.99/£19.99 for the first year, it then renews at $79.99/£39.99, and other plans only get more egregious – the Norton Ultra VPN (five devices) $49.99/£24.99 plan rises to $109.99/£79.99 for a second year, while the $59.99/£29.99 Norton Ultra VPN Plus family plan (ten devices) jumps to $129.99/£94.99. With better, and, crucially, faster options, available, it’s hard to escape the feeling Norton’s VPN offering needs some retooling. Still, if you’re looking for real-time protection it remains a good security-focused option, but with geoblocking being inconsistent in our testing, you might want to look elsewhere for your international Netflix fix. Take a look at our round-up of the Best VPNs for Mac. Features & Apps Norton monitors your app activity. Norton monitors your app activity.Foundry Norton monitors your app activity.Foundry Foundry As mentioned above, Norton’s VPN does include plenty of accouterments that other VPNs either don’t have or charge extra for. You can install the app on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac, and all three platforms have apps that work well and run nicely in the background. Despite the lack of a browser extension or plugin, Norton’s solution is a menu for Browser Protection, which scans sites as you browse. That means it’s not as easy to switch one browser to one region (perhaps for site testing), but does mean you get the benefit of real-time detection alerts if a site might be unsafe. The same goes for downloads, with Norton scanning files before they land on your device. It worked well in my testing, and barely added any additional time to the length of downloads. Norton’s VPN can track for a whole host of information types on the Dark Web. Norton’s VPN can track for a whole host of information types on the Dark Web.Foundry Norton’s VPN can track for a whole host of information types on the Dark Web.Foundry Foundry One thing that was interesting was how it monitors trackers on emails. As a journalist, I receive a lot of press releases and pitches, and while I’ve always assumed many of them use some kind of tracking to see when they’re opened, Norton offered to quarantine so many that I was quite taken aback. Whether it’s a little over-enthusiastic or well within its rights will depend on how much you value your inbox’s privacy, but it did well to work with third-party apps like Outlook and Spark. There’s also a password manager if you’re not already using Apple’s new Passwords app, but most of these features are tied to the middle subscription tier and above. The basic tier, simply dubbed Norton Secure VPN, will only protect one device, block ads and offers VPN functionality, but it’s a little more barebones. Considering that second-year price hike, that’s something to consider despite the low price right now. Performance Norton does a great job of offering real-time threat reporting and download scanning. Norton does a great job of offering real-time threat reporting and download scanning.Foundry Norton does a great job of offering real-time threat reporting and download scanning.Foundry Foundry VPNs naturally decrease your internet speeds as your signal is fired across the globe, and Norton has servers in 32 countries – a steep drop from the 111 in NordVPN’s portfolio – but it does offer four protocols to choose from. IKEv2, OpenVPN and WireGuard are pretty commonly found across the board of rivals, but Norton has its own Mimic protocol which is intended to be ideal for unblocking international streaming services. Sadly, testing on a 70 Mbps connection saw a consistent speed drop-off. For context, NordVPN and ExpressVPN dropped 12 and 13 percent of speeds when using them in our tests, while Norton’s offering dropped closer to 25% lower in download speeds. That’s not ideal, but not lagging behind some rivals. It just underlines how far ahead some VPNs are, and it’s worth considering when you’re locked in for a year, or plotting an expensive renewal. As for Mimic, Norton’s own VPN protocol, I was disappointed to find some international streaming services simply weren’t able to be unblocked with it. With that said, I did have more luck with more standardized protocols, and I’m pleased to see Norton at least give the option to shift between them. Privacy & Security VPNs worth their salt should always focus on privacy as their primary concern, and in this instance, Norton does a good job. While it remains a curious thing to prove a company has a “no logs” policy (where users and their session data aren’t logged), Norton underwent an audit from VerSprite, a security firm, just a few months ago. The 2024 audit passed Norton’s VPN, although, unlike some companies, it’s not necessarily easy to find the audit’s conclusions online (although that could be an indictment on the current state of Google search at the time of writing). Still, the company’s privacy policy has a dedicated VPN section that confirms what kind of data is included. Should you buy Norton Ultra VPN? Here’s the rub with Norton’s VPN offering. If the price was static year-on-year, I think I’d be inclined to recommend it more wholeheartedly. It’s not a bad VPN, and if you’re looking for an option that packs a whole host of cyber-security tools into one easy-to-use package, the $49.99/£24.99 a year deal is an easy sell. That hefty second-year price jump is always coming around the bend, though, and for that reason, I’d consider signing up for a year and potentially canceling to see if there’s a new customer deal after twelve months. As impressive as the security-minded tech behind Norton’s VPN is, whether it’s worth the trade-off of inflexible payment options and a decrease in speed will be down to you as the end user.

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Today in Apple history: Apple’s own code spills details about iPhone 4s
On October 1, 2011, the name of the iPhone 4s was revealed online. Apple's own iTunes code triggered the iPhone 4s name leak. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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Apple launches new resources for teachers, expands education grant program
To commemorate World Teachers’ Day, Apple has introduced a suite of free education resources designed to foster creativity… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Apple celebrates teachers with new resources and grants
Apple has launched four brand new classroom resources geared toward helping students embrace creativity just in time for World Teacher's Day.Image Credit: AppleThe new activities are part of Apple's "Everyone Can Create" program and are available for teachers via the Apple Education Community. Educators can find sharable templates for the following new activities:Drawing: Reveal a Constellation Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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India factory fire may force Apple iPhone orders back to China
Tata's iPhone factory in India has now been closed indefinitely after a fire, and Apple may have to turn back to China to avoid a shortfall in production.Pegatron facility (Source: Pegatron)The fire at Tata's plant in Tamil Nadu, India — formerly owned by Pegatron — started on September 28, 2024, and has been put out. After authorities initially saying that it was "unlikely" that the plant would reopen soon, reports now say that because of extensive damage, the facility is closed indefinitely.According to Reuters, the factory made iPhone back panels for both Tata itself, and Foxconn. Tata officials have not commented, but Counterpoint Research estimates that there could be a production shortfall by up to 15%. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Plugable's new Thunderbolt dock connects 4 displays to your Mac
Plugable's new Thunderbolt Docking Station could be a Mac multitasker's dream, with it capable of driving four displays at the same time.Plugable Thunderbolt DockThunderbolt docks usually focus on providing more connectivity options for a Mac, but often with the ability to connect one or two displays as well. Plugable's latest release focuses a lot more on the display aspect.The Thunderbolt Docking Station with DisplayLink, model TBT-6950PD, is a dock that has a pair of HDMI ports for connecting two displays. With the ability to connect two more displays via Thunderbolt, that means it can support up to four 60Hz 4K displays, so long as the connected Mac can handle them. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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New October MacBook Pro deals slash prices by up to $950
Steeper MacBook Pro price drops are in effect this October, with stacked instant and coupon discounts knocking up to $950 off every M3, M3 Pro and M3 Max model.Save on every Apple MacBook Pro.We're tracking new markdowns across Apple's current MacBook Pro range, with every model now up to $950 off. Apple Authorized Reseller Adorama, in particular, is offering larger instant rebates across hundreds of SKUs that stack with promo code APINSIDER — with a bonus discount available on AppleCare as well with the code. Continue Reading on AppleInsider

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Jamf unveils its latest advancements in AI, declarative device management, and more at the 15th annual Jamf Nation User Conference
Today, Jamf is kicking off its 15th annual Jamn Nation User Conference (JNUC) in Nashville. Joined by key partners, including Apple, Jamf will unveil its latest innovations, showcasing how Apple management and security can seamlessly integrate to deliver an experience both end users love, and organizations trust. Read on to learn all about the JNUC 2024 announcements. more…

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New iPhones charge faster but nowhere near 45W
Macworld When the iPhone 16 handsets were unveiled last month, there weren’t many surprises. Most of the upgrades had been leaked long before, or accurately guessed by well-informed analysts. But not everything we heard before the event proved to be correct. One theory, supported by seemingly robust evidence, was that the new phones would bring a substantial increase in wired charging speed, all the way up to 45W if the power brick and other accessories supported it. (The 15-series iPhones deliver wired charging up to 29W.) This claim was made by a credible leaker and based on a Chinese regulatory filing. Technically, the pre-event rumor was that the 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max would support 40W wired charging, but this was extended to an apparent 45W across both Pro and non-Pro models when the filing was spotted a few days after the phones had been announced and before they had been tested by reviewers. Now that independent testing has been conducted, however, it’s emerged that even the iPhone 16 Pro Max cannot deliver such charging speeds in practice. Chargerlab, which includes detailed charging tests in its review of the new premium handset, reports a maximum sustained speed of 30-31W even when using adapters as powerful as 140W. As MacRumors notes, Chargerlab’s photos appear to show the phone running at 37.06W with Apple’s own 140W charger, but it wasn’t able to sustain this speed and the site’s results suggest it didn’t manage it for long. In other words, the new iPhones deliver slightly faster (and perhaps on occasion substantially faster) wired charging than the previous generation, but in reality they don’t come close to the 45W that was expected. For a detailed analysis and testing of the new handsets, read our iPhone 16 Pro review.

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Apple expands education efforts with new tools, grants, and app highlights
Today is World Teachers’ Day, and to mark the occasion, Apple has announced a variety of expansions to its education efforts. There are new tools for teachers, grants funding education, and a campaign of Apple’s apps and services to highlight education. more…

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Upgrade your car with a touchscreen, backup cam support and more
Want wireless CarPlay or Android Auto in your car? This rotating car touchscreen makes navigation and entertainment easy on the road. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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M4 MacBook Pro: Everything you need to know
Macworld Apple’s M3-series MacBook Pro was released in the fall of 2023, but Apple has seemingly put the laptop on a more frequent update cycle, with reports of an M4 MacBook Pro coming before the end of 2024 hitting the rumor mill. In this article, we are keeping track of all the rumors about the M4, M4 Pro and M4 Max MacBook Pro. MacBook Pro M4 Release date: When will Apple update the MacBook Pro? Possible launch at an October Apple event. It’s only been a year since the M3-series MacBook Pro were introduced in October 2024, but it looks like Apple is getting ready to update them again, despite the fact that the company seems to have forgotten to update many desktop Macs to run on the M3 series chips. With the arrival of the M4 in the iPad Pro back in May it looks like the company has already done the groundwork, so surely an M4 Mac will arrive soon. All the signs indicate that Apple will launch new M4-powered Macs before the end of the year. It seems we can expect a new Mac mini, a new iMac, and new MacBook Pro models. In a mid-September 2024 newsletter Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman suggested that Apple will release Macs with the M4 chip “in the coming weeks.” Gurman has been making predictions about the introduction of Macs with M4 chips for some time. Back in April, he wrote that the M4 rollout would begin later in 2024 and continue throughout 2025. His prediction at that time was that in late 2024 we will see the following: Entry-level MacBook Pro, M4, 14-inch: Late 2024 iMac, M4, 24-inch: Late 2024 MacBook Pro, M4 Pro/M4 Max, 14-inch and 16-inch: Late 2024/Early 2025 Mac mini M4/M4 Pro: Late 2024/Early 2025 We could see just the entry-level MacBook Pro in October, but we think that separating the launch of the entry-level MacBook Pro from the higher-end models would be a curious move, so we expect to see the whole range of MacBook Pro, including the M4 Pro and M4 Max launched at the same time. Alternatively, Apple may want to stagger the chips and separate the M4 Pro/Max from the M4 to give the higher-end machines their own spotlight. Of course, only Apple knows what the plans are at this point. There is one indication that all three MacBook Pro types are due to be updated sooner rather than later. In June, analyst Ross Young posted (subscription required) that display panel shipments for a new 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro are scheduled for Q3 2024, which could mean that a new MacBook Pro with M4-series chips may happen by the end of the year. New Apple products launch throughout the year, read: when is the next Apple event to learn more about the company’s product launch plans. MacBook Pro M4 Price: What will the new MacBook Pro cost? We don’t expect that the prices of the MacBook Pro range will change when the M4 models are introduced. Here’s how much they cost right now in the U.S. and U.K: 14-inch MacBook Pro $1,599/£1,699: M3 with 8-core CPU, 10-core GPU; 8GB unified memory; 512GB SSD $1,799/£1,899: M3 with 8-core CPU, 10-core GPU; 8GB unified memory; 1TB SSD $1,999/£2,099: M3 with 8-core CPU, 10-core GPU; 16GB unified memory; 1TB SSD $1,999/£2,099: M3 Pro with 11-core CPU, 14-core GPU; 18GB unified memory; 512GB SSD $2,399/£2,499: M3 Pro with 12-core CPU, 18-core GPU; 18GB unified memory; 1TB SSD 3,199/£3,299: M3 Max with 14-core CPU, 30-core GPU; 36GB unified memory, 1TB SSD 16-inch MacBook Pro $2,499/£2,599: M3 Pro with 12-core CPU, 18-core GPU; 18GB unified memory; 512GB SSD $2,899/£2,999: M3 Pro with 12-core CPU, 18-core GPU; 36GB unified memory; 512GB SSD $3,499/£3,599: M3 Max with 14-core CPU, 30-core GPU; 36GB unified memory; 1TB SSD $3,999/£4,099: M3 Max with 16-core CPU, 40-core GPU; 48GB unified memory; 1TB SSD Apple will likely offer similar configurations and it remains to be seen if the prices will increase or not. MacBook Pro M4 Specs: How much better will the M4 MacBook be? Thiago Trevisan Thiago Trevisan Thiago Trevisan The AI market is sizzling hot right now so you can be sure Apple wants to make a big impression. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman back in April 2024, Apple wants to make a big splash with the M4 chip, which will have big AI enhancements. We already know some of what to expect from the M4 chip because it has already made an appearance in the iPad Pro, which faired even better than the M3 MacBook Pro in some of our tests. We know to expect a 20 percent multi-core CPU boost over the M3 (when comparing 10-core CPUs), for example. The entry-level MacBook Pro could be the one getting the biggest generational changes, with some updates addressing the disadvantages of the M3 MacBook Pro. The new entry-level model could increase the standard 8GB RAM to 16GB RAM, add more Thunderbolt ports and introduce Space Black as a color option. A leaked image propertied to be from the box for the new M4 model shows that the model will have 16GB RAM as standard, three Thunderbolt ports, and a Space Black color option. The M3 Pro model currently ships with 18GB RAM as standard. The M4 Pro and M4 Max will be variants of the base M4, implementing more CPU and GPU cores and more unified memory. Mark Gurman reported in April that Apple may increase the upper memory limit of its high-end desktop Macs. He didn’t say anything about MacBooks, but it’s not a reach to conclude that the M4 and its enhanced AI capabilities could lead to more RAM on the chip for MacBooks, too. However, design constraints could prevent the MacBooks from having an upper limit increase as big as on desktop Macs. Wi-Fi 7 support may be added now that the Wi-Fi Alliance has made the standard official. Another feature that could change is battery life. The M4 could be more efficient, or it could be more power-hungry, affecting battery life. On the basis that the A17 chips in the iPhoen 16-series brought with them better battery life we hope to see the same effects on battery life with the M4 series. MacBook Pro M4 Design: Will Apple update the design of the MacBook Pro? The M4 upgrade would be the fourth generation of this particular MacBook Pro design, first introduced in 2021. Apple isn’t expected to change it at all, so the 2024 release will likely be a chip upgrade only. As mentioned above, it looks like the Space Black color option may be available for the entry-level MacBook Pro. With the M3 model only silver or Space Grey is available. That entry-level model may also get more ports: it’s currently limited to two Thunderbolt/USB 4 ports, an HDMI port and SDXC card slot, headphone jack and MagSafe 3 port for charging, while the other MacBook Pro get three Thunderbolt 4 ports, an HDMI port and SDXC card slot, headphone jack and MagSafe 3 port. Space Black made its debut with the M3 Pro/Max MacBook Pro last fall. Space Black made its debut with the M3 Pro/Max MacBook Pro last fall.Foundry Space Black made its debut with the M3 Pro/Max MacBook Pro last fall.Foundry Foundry MacBook Pro M4 Screen: Will the new MacBook Pro have a better screen? Apple increased the display brightness from 500 to 600 nits with the M3 MacBook Pro, so this probably won’t change with the M4. The size, weight, camera, mics, speakers, ports, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth are likely to stay the same. Apple is not expected to upgrade the Liquid Retina XDR display. Analyst Ross Young of Display Supply Chain Consultants tweeted in August on X that display panel shipments for the MacBook Pro “are starting in July/August.” A report by Omdia states that Apple is likely to use OLED displays in the MacBook Pro, but not until 2026.

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M4 MacBook Pro: Everything you need to know
Macworld Apple’s M3-series MacBook Pro was released in the fall of 2023, but Apple has seemingly put the laptop on a more frequent update cycle, with reports of an M4 MacBook Pro coming before the end of 2024 hitting the rumor mill. In this article, we are keeping track of all the rumors about the M4, M4 Pro and M4 Max MacBook Pro. MacBook Pro M4 Release date: When will Apple update the MacBook Pro? Possible launch at an October Apple event. It’s only been a year since the M3-series MacBook Pro were introduced in October 2024, but it looks like Apple is getting ready to update them again, despite the fact that the company seems to have forgotten to update many desktop Macs to run on the M3 series chips. With the arrival of the M4 in the iPad Pro back in May it looks like the company has already done the groundwork, so surely an M4 Mac will arrive soon. All the signs indicate that Apple will launch new M4-powered Macs before the end of the year. It seems we can expect a new Mac mini, a new iMac, and new MacBook Pro models. In a mid-September 2024 newsletter Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman suggested that Apple will release Macs with the M4 chip “in the coming weeks.” Gurman has been making predictions about the introduction of Macs with M4 chips for some time. Back in April, he wrote that the M4 rollout would begin later in 2024 and continue throughout 2025. His prediction at that time was that in late 2024 we will see the following: Entry-level MacBook Pro, M4, 14-inch: Late 2024 iMac, M4, 24-inch: Late 2024 MacBook Pro, M4 Pro/M4 Max, 14-inch and 16-inch: Late 2024/Early 2025 Mac mini M4/M4 Pro: Late 2024/Early 2025 We could see just the entry-level MacBook Pro in October, but we think that separating the launch of the entry-level MacBook Pro from the higher-end models would be a curious move, so we expect to see the whole range of MacBook Pro, including the M4 Pro and M4 Max launched at the same time. Alternatively, Apple may want to stagger the chips and separate the M4 Pro/Max from the M4 to give the higher-end machines their own spotlight. Of course, only Apple knows what the plans are at this point. There is one indication that all three MacBook Pro types are due to be updated sooner rather than later. In June, analyst Ross Young posted (subscription required) that display panel shipments for a new 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro are scheduled for Q3 2024, which could mean that a new MacBook Pro with M4-series chips may happen by the end of the year. New Apple products launch throughout the year, read: when is the next Apple event to learn more about the company’s product launch plans. MacBook Pro M4 Price: What will the new MacBook Pro cost? We don’t expect that the prices of the MacBook Pro range will change when the M4 models are introduced. Here’s how much they cost right now in the U.S. and U.K: 14-inch MacBook Pro $1,599/£1,699: M3 with 8-core CPU, 10-core GPU; 8GB unified memory; 512GB SSD $1,799/£1,899: M3 with 8-core CPU, 10-core GPU; 8GB unified memory; 1TB SSD $1,999/£2,099: M3 with 8-core CPU, 10-core GPU; 16GB unified memory; 1TB SSD $1,999/£2,099: M3 Pro with 11-core CPU, 14-core GPU; 18GB unified memory; 512GB SSD $2,399/£2,499: M3 Pro with 12-core CPU, 18-core GPU; 18GB unified memory; 1TB SSD 3,199/£3,299: M3 Max with 14-core CPU, 30-core GPU; 36GB unified memory, 1TB SSD 16-inch MacBook Pro $2,499/£2,599: M3 Pro with 12-core CPU, 18-core GPU; 18GB unified memory; 512GB SSD $2,899/£2,999: M3 Pro with 12-core CPU, 18-core GPU; 36GB unified memory; 512GB SSD $3,499/£3,599: M3 Max with 14-core CPU, 30-core GPU; 36GB unified memory; 1TB SSD $3,999/£4,099: M3 Max with 16-core CPU, 40-core GPU; 48GB unified memory; 1TB SSD Apple will likely offer similar configurations and it remains to be seen if the prices will increase or not. MacBook Pro M4 Specs: How much better will the M4 MacBook be? Thiago Trevisan Thiago Trevisan Thiago Trevisan The AI market is sizzling hot right now so you can be sure Apple wants to make a big impression. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman back in April 2024, Apple wants to make a big splash with the M4 chip, which will have big AI enhancements. We already know some of what to expect from the M4 chip because it has already made an appearance in the iPad Pro, which faired even better than the M3 MacBook Pro in some of our tests. We know to expect a 20 percent multi-core CPU boost over the M3 (when comparing 10-core CPUs), for example. The entry-level MacBook Pro could be the one getting the biggest generational changes, with some updates addressing the disadvantages of the M3 MacBook Pro. The new entry-level model could increase the standard 8GB RAM to 16GB RAM, add more Thunderbolt ports and introduce Space Black as a color option. A leaked image propertied to be from the box for the new M4 model shows that the model will have 16GB RAM as standard, three Thunderbolt ports, and a Space Black color option. The M3 Pro model currently ships with 18GB RAM as standard. The M4 Pro and M4 Max will be variants of the base M4, implementing more CPU and GPU cores and more unified memory. Mark Gurman reported in April that Apple may increase the upper memory limit of its high-end desktop Macs. He didn’t say anything about MacBooks, but it’s not a reach to conclude that the M4 and its enhanced AI capabilities could lead to more RAM on the chip for MacBooks, too. However, design constraints could prevent the MacBooks from having an upper limit increase as big as on desktop Macs. Wi-Fi 7 support may be added now that the Wi-Fi Alliance has made the standard official. Another feature that could change is battery life. The M4 could be more efficient, or it could be more power-hungry, affecting battery life. On the basis that the A17 chips in the iPhoen 16-series brought with them better battery life we hope to see the same effects on battery life with the M4 series. MacBook Pro M4 Design: Will Apple update the design of the MacBook Pro? The M4 upgrade would be the fourth generation of this particular MacBook Pro design, first introduced in 2021. Apple isn’t expected to change it at all, so the 2024 release will likely be a chip upgrade only. As mentioned above, it looks like the Space Black color option may be available for the entry-level MacBook Pro. With the M3 model only silver or Space Grey is available. That entry-level model may also get more ports: it’s currently limited to two Thunderbolt/USB 4 ports, an HDMI port and SDXC card slot, headphone jack and MagSafe 3 port for charging, while the other MacBook Pro get three Thunderbolt 4 ports, an HDMI port and SDXC card slot, headphone jack and MagSafe 3 port. Space Black made its debut with the M3 Pro/Max MacBook Pro last fall. Space Black made its debut with the M3 Pro/Max MacBook Pro last fall.Foundry Space Black made its debut with the M3 Pro/Max MacBook Pro last fall.Foundry Foundry MacBook Pro M4 Screen: Will the new MacBook Pro have a better screen? Apple increased the display brightness from 500 to 600 nits with the M3 MacBook Pro, so this probably won’t change with the M4. The size, weight, camera, mics, speakers, ports, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth are likely to stay the same. Apple is not expected to upgrade the Liquid Retina XDR display. Analyst Ross Young of Display Supply Chain Consultants tweeted in August on X that display panel shipments for the MacBook Pro “are starting in July/August.” A report by Omdia states that Apple is likely to use OLED displays in the MacBook Pro, but not until 2026.

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