Who’s going to buy Apple’s iPhone 16e?
iPhone 16e joins the iPhone 16 family as its most affordable member, featuring breakthrough battery life, the fast performance of the… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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ABC Shuts Down FiveThirtyEight, and Pulls the Plug on Its Website
From the perspective of a company the size of Disney, it would cost veritable pennies to keep FiveThirtyEight’s website around forever. What a disgrace.

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Go home, Apple, you’re drunk: 5 recent decisions that make no sense
Macworld It’s an exciting time to be an Apple user. What was expected to be a spring event has turned into a string of announcements spread out over five days in February and March bringing a slew of new products: A new app! A new iPhone! Two new iPads! A new chip! Two new Macs! But aside from the strangeness of the launches, Apple also made a few decisions that have us scratching our heads. While there is definitely a bunch of great stuff–the MacBook Air price cut, the iPhone 16e’s processor, the Mac Studio’s RAM limit–the announcements are littered with some truly strange decisions that leave the lineup in a weird place for the next 12-15 months. Here are five moves that have us wondering what Apple is thinking. iPhone 16e: No MagSafe When Apple launched the iPhone 16e, it cleared up a ton of questions within the iPhone lineup. The SE and its very old design are gone, all models now have USB-C, and there’s a new lower-end model with a clear upgrade path. But while we expected a fair amount of sacrifices to get to the lower price, we didn’t expect Apple to leave off its proprietary MagSafe charging tech. MagSafe is one of Apple’s best iPhone features and it’s even made its way over to AirPods cases and Android phones via the Qi2 standard. So for Apple to skip it on the newest iPhone 16e—even a budget model—is very odd. You can get a MagSafe puck to stick to the iPhone 16e if you try, but make no mistake—it’s not MagSafe.David Price / Foundry iPad Air: Just an M3 When Apple updated the iPad Air in 2024 after more than two years, it was somewhat worth the wait. There was a new 13-inch model, a faster M2 chip, a landscape front camera, faster Wi-Fi, and support for the Apple Pencil Pro. But this time around, not so much. Apple’s latest iPad Air update arrives less than a year after the last one and brings the one thing no one needs, a slightly faster M3 chip. And that’s it. No OLED screen, no new colors, no C1 modem, nothing.  iPad: No Apple Intelligence If the iPad Air was an unnecessary update, the 11th-gen iPad is even unecessarier. We weren’t expecting much, but Apple couldn’t even clear that bar. Instead of an A17 Pro chip or A18 chip to bring Apple Intelligence support, we got an A16 chip that’s only marginally faster than the A14 in the previous model and doesn’t support Apple Intelligence. It’s still a great deal at $349—especially with double the storage— but why would Apple release a device in 2025 that doesn’t support its marquee feature? Every new device in Apple’s iPad, iPhone, and Mac lineup is built for Apple Intelligence—except the A16 iPad.Apple Mac Studio: M3 Ultra The new Mac Studio is a ridiculously powerful machine for its size. (Or any size for that matter.) The high-end chip configuration has a 32-core CPU with 24 performance cores and eight efficiency cores, 80 graphics cores, and support for up to 512GB of RAM. The only strange thing is that the chip is part of the M3 family, not the M4. Reports say the reason is that the M4 chip doesn’t have the UltraFusion packaging architecture needed to fuse two M4 Max into one Ultra, but if that’s true, then we ask: Why didn’t the Mac Studio arrive last year with an M3 Max and M3 Ultra? iPad: Apple Pencil Oh Apple Pencil, we’ll never understand you. Even with a new iPad lineup, Apple still sells four Apple Pencils, two of which are still listed as compatible with the new iPad: the USB-C Apple Pencil and the 1st-gen Apple Pencil, which was released nearly a decade ago. It has none of the newer features in the USB-C model, including magnetic charging, wireless pairing, or Apple Pencil hover. Yet it costs $20 more.

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Will Apple’s iPhone 16e strategy scare away SE buyers?
Will iPhone SE owners buy iPhone 16e? A new report from CIRP suggests Apple took a big risk. Budget users might look elsewhere. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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Deals: M4 MacBook Air $650 off w/ trade or M3 model $500 off orig. price, first cash deal on iPad A16, more
While are still tracking some massive trade-in savings and straight up cash deals for Best Buy members on the new M3 iPad Air up to $650 off and the new new iPad (A16) from just $174, we also spotted some major savings on the brand new M4 MacBook Air late yesterday afternoon. Best Buy members can get $50 off all configurations but a M2 or M3 Air trade-in can net you up to $550 in savings. All of that said, folks who don’t have anything to trade-in against the affordable new iPad (A16) will now find the first straight up cash deals now live from $329 at Amazon alongside the return of Black Friday pricing on the M4 MacBook Pro lineup and clearance deals on the 24GB M3 MacBook Air models at up to $500 off the original prices. All of that and more awaits below in today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break. more…

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Apple investigated making a Surface-like keyboard for iPad Pro
Even as Apple has released a new Magic Keyboard for iPad Air, the company has also revealed that is has been researching a more Microsoft Surface-like traditional keyboard arrangement.The new iPad Air Magic Keyboard with larger trackpad plus function keys — image credit: AppleIt feels as if we've always had the Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro and the iPad Air, but it was only launched in 2020. Well after it was released, though, Apple was continuing to research this Surface-like alternative."Hinged keyboard accessory having multiple installation modes for a tablet computing device," is a newly-revealed patent application, which follows on from a previous version applied for in July 2020. Despite being filed well after the Magic Keyboard would have been in development, though, this patent references over 40 other filings, dating back to 1993. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Your Reddit posts will now be less likely to break the rules
Reddit posts will be less likely to break the rules of a given subreddit, thanks to a number of changes the company is introducing to its apps. These include the ability to ask an AI to check your post before you submit it … more…

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9to5Mac Daily: March 6, 2025 – Foldable iPhone rumors, more
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. Sponsored by CardPointers: The best way to maximize your credit card rewards. 9to5Mac Daily listeners can exclusively save 30% and get a $100 Savings Card. more…

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iPhone 16e is a big risk for Apple, and this survey shows exactly why
Apple’s new iPhone 16e has a lot going for it, but it’s not quite the device many were expecting. Both in name and price, it’s not an iPhone SE. And a new survey of buying habits among Apple customers—and especially iPhone SE buyers—shows why the new model is a big risk for Apple. more…

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Apple TV+ debuts trailer for ‘BE@RBRICK,’ a new animated, music-driven comedy series
Apple TV+ on Thursday released the trailer for “BE@RBRICK,” the highly anticipated, music-driven animated comedy series for kids and families… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Game Porting Toolkit is a start, but Apple needs to do more for Mac gaming success
Apple's Game Porting Toolkit is helpful for developers, former Apple software engineer Nat Brown explains, but it still has a lot of work to do to encourage more games to get made for macOS.An example of gaming on a Mac - Image Credit: AppleNat Brown, formerly of a game technology team at Apple and previously of Microsoft and Valve, was deeply involved in producing the Game Porting Toolkit. A suite of tools to help developers bring games over from Windows and other platforms to run on a Mac.Brown joined Apple in 2019, a time when Apple Silicon didn't exist, but he felt it was to be coming due to the development of iPhone hardware. "I was like, you know, if they're not doing this for the Mac, then somebody's broken," he tells the MacGameCast podcast. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Deal drops Apple Pencil Pro iPad stylus price by 23%
Apple Pencil Pro is the best iPad stylus on the market, and a deal knocks a whopping $30 off the regular cost. For a limited time, you can get an Apple Pencil Pro from multiple retailers for just $99. That’s over 20% off. The only real drawback of Apple’s premium stylus is its high price. […] (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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1Password adds location feature for quick access to relevant codes, logins, and more
1Password is a hub for many users’ most sensitive data. It’s not just for passwords, but also secure notes, credit card info, codes, and more. And now, all of that data can be surfaced based on your location thanks to a new feature that just launched. more…

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Abode brings full smart home security experience to Apple TV
smart home security system with HomeKit support, has launched a new Apple TV app, bringing its full suite of home security and smart home controls to tvOS I’ve been using their security system for 4+ years and am a huge fan of its products. more…

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3 Steps to block MyFlixer ads on your Mac
Macworld Streaming services have become the most popular way to watch movies and TV on a Mac. But rising prices and the number of services now available can make it hard to afford all the subscriptions required to deliver the content you want to watch. That means it’s tempting when you come across websites like MyFlixer, which offers loads of AAA titles at no cost. Of course, there’s no such thing as a free lunch, and you should always be deeply suspicious of sites that contain free versions of premium content. MyFlixer has already been banned or blocked in several countries, but mirror sites reappear quickly, making it hard to stop people accessing the portal. It’s not just the fact that the content is provides is very likely pirated, but more importantly you could soon find yourself with intrusive ads or even malware on your system that puts your personal information at risk. Here’s how to protect yourself against the dangers that lurk on MyFlixer and its various mirror sites. PROMOTIONCleanMyMac: Total Cleanup and Protection CleanMyMac’s advanced malware protection safeguards your Mac from viruses, miners, keyloggers, Trojans, and other threats. MacPaw, the developer behind CleanMyMac, regularly updates its custom-built malware database to ensure your Mac machine is always protected against the latest and emerging threats. Get CleanMyMac What is the MyFlixer virus? Just visiting the MyFlixer site shouldn’t immediately infect your Mac with malware. But you’ll very quickly be prompted to accept new content alerts, push notifications or browser extensions. If you do this, you’ll then be pestered by adware to download things like companion apps, which will most likely turn out to be malware. The approaches differ for each mirror-site, but the method of getting an infection onto your system is usually similar. If you’ve already fallen for the tricks the sites employ, then you’ll need to clean up your browser prompts, remove any extensions or apps, and use anti-virus software to restore your machine back to full health. We’ll cover all these steps below so that you fix the problems that can be caused by using MyFlixer. How to remove the MyFlixer browser extension It’s quite easy to remove the MyFlixer extension from your browser. Here’s the methods needed for some of the most popular browers on macOS. How to remove the MyFlixer Safari browser extension Removing the MyFlixer Safari extension is easy and is the same way you’d remove any extension from the browser. Here’s the steps: Open Safari Go to Safari > Settings then select the Extensions tab. In the left column, click on the Extension you want to remove Click Uninstall Screenshot Martyn Casserly How to remove the MyFlixer Chrome browser extension To remove the extension on your Chrome browser, here’s what you’ll need to do: Open Chrome Click on the Extensions icon in the toolbar (looks like a puzzle piece) Find the extension you want to remove, then click the three dots to the right of its name Click Remove from Chrome You’ll be asked to confirm your decision, so click Remove to finish. Screenshot Martyn Casserly How to remove the MyFlixer Firefox browser extension If you prefer to use Firefox, here’s what’s required to remove the extension: Open Firefox Click on the Extensions icon in the tool bar (looks like a puzzle piece) Click the Settings icon (Cog) to the right of the extension you want to remove Select Remove Extension Confirm your choice by clicking Remove Screenshot Martyn Casserly How to stop push notifications from MyFlixer With the extension removed, you’ll still need to deal with the push notifications that will flood you with adware and potential malware. Here’s the steps to take on the most popular browsers. How to remove MyFlixer push notifications on Safari To stop notifications from MyFlixer, here’s what you’ll need to do: Open Safari Select the Websites tab In the left column select Notifications In the main pane, select the MyFlixter option and set the drop-down menu to Deny Next, select the Pop-up Windows option from the left column Again, find the MyFlixer site and this time set the drop-down menu to Block Screenshot Martyn Casserly How to remove MyFlixer push notifications on Chrome The instructions are a little different on Chrome: Open Chrome Click the three dots icon in the top right corner Select Settings > Privacy and security Scroll down and select Site settings Find the MyFlixer site and click on it Adjust all the settings to Block Go back to the Site settings page and select Pop-up and Redirects In the ‘Not allowed to send pop-ups or use redirects’ section, click Add Enter the web address that’s sending you notifications and click Add Screenshot Martyn Casserly How to remove MyFlixer push notifications on Firefox Open Firefox Click on the three lines in the top right corner Select Settings From the left column choose Privacy & Security Scroll down to Permissions and click on the Settings button for Notifications Select the Block option for the MyFlixer website Click Save Changes Screenshot Martyn Casserly How to find and remove MyFlixer malware Clearing a virus or malware off your system isn’t something you can really do yourself, so if you think your system may be compromised then you’ll need to use an antivirus program. You’ll see plenty of free ones around, but most of these only scan for infection and won’t remove anything until you move to the paid version – which makes sense as it is providing a professional service. We recommend taking a look at our Best Mac Antivirus Software chart to see the products that we’ve tested and found to be the most reliable. A prime example is Intego Mac Security X9, which tops the chart at the time of writing. You can find out more in our Intego Mac Security X9 review. Using this software should locate and remove any malware from your Mac that MyFlixer (or any other site) has managed to install on your system. You can read a more detailed explanation of the process in our How to remove a virus from your Mac tutorial. Petter Ahrnstedt While the immediate threat is dealt with by antivirus, there can still be files and other junk left behind, so we’d also recommend you use a Mac Cleaner app to completely return your Mac to a pristine state. CleanMyMac is an excellent option, with a friendly and easy to understand interface that allows you to know what needs fixing without bombarding you with confusing information. You can find out more in our CleanMyMac review. Once you have these apps on your Mac, it’s a good idea to run them periodically to ensure your data is safe and that your system is running to its full potential. How to avoid the MyFlixer virus While free streaming sites might seem incredibly tempting, there’s often a hidden cost involved…and it can be nasty. Basically, if you’re being offered something that you know you’d normally have to pay for, then the chances are it’s some kind of scam or delivery method for malware. So, to stay safe, don’t visit those sites and certainly don’t download anything from them. That’s just asking for trouble. If you really want to enjoy movies and TV shows on your Mac, then the safest way is through a paid service. It means you’re not ripping off the people that work hard to create the content and aren’t playing into the hands of cybercriminals that want to steal your data. You don’t have to sign up to all of them at the same time though. Most services offer free trials, so you could always work your way through those first. When you’ve exhausted those, simply sign up to one and binge what you want, then cancel your subscription and repeat the process on the next one. This way you minimise what you have to pay, while ensuring you don’t get any dangerous malware on your computer. FAQ 1. What is MyFlixer? A site that offers free TV and movie streaming, often of pirated content from other studios. 2. Is MyFlixer safe? No. There are usually prompts for notifications, extensions and downloads that can contain adware and malware. 3. Is MyFlixer legal? Distrubuting content for which the site doesn’t have copyright is illegal. This is why the site has been banned or blocked in various countries. 4. How to block MyFlixer ads? Change the settings in your browser to block pop-up ads and notifications. 5. How to protect your Mac from MyFlixer virus? Install and use a quality antivirus app and run a Mac Cleaner app afterwards to remove any remaining artifacts from your system.

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Apple finally accepts that 64GB is inadequate for iPhones and iPads
For eight years, Apple has sold iPhones starting at 64GB to hit a price point, but Apple Intelligence has made it accept what we all knew already — 128GB is the real minimum.Apple has made 64GB the base storage for all iPhones from the iPhone X in 2017 until 2025Back in 2017, the iPhone X brought us features that we wouldn't be without today, like Face ID and an edge-to-edge screen. None of this may ever go away, and certainly the thousand bucks price tag isn't going to shrink, but one thing has changed.The iPhone X, along with the same year's iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus, introduced 64GB as the starting storage capacity. There had been 64GB configurations before, starting with the iPhone 4S, but it was that 2011 model's maximum capacity. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Get the latest MacBook with this affordable monthly subscription
Let's face it — a new MacBook is expensive. Upgraded offers a smarter way to stay up to date. Instead of paying the full price upfront, you spread the cost over 36 months, with the option to upgrade after 24 payments. Plus, you don't have to worry about selling your old device on a site like Facebook Marketplace.Pricing starts at $33.28/mo. for MacBook Air or $52.17/mo. for MacBook Pro, with AppleCare+ included and interest rates as low as 0%. Check out all available models at getupgraded.com. Continue Reading on AppleInsider

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Major Apple supplier TSMC says investment in America driven by customer demand
TSMC, the Taiwanese semiconductor giant, is ramping up its U.S. investments due to strong demand from American customers… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Addigy Assist aims to streamline Mac onboarding for IT and MSPs
Today, Addigy, an Apple device management vendor, is releasing a new tool aimed at streamlining deploying the Mac for IT teams and MSPs. The company says it offers an Apple-native UI, automated workflows, and real-time updates to create a smoother setup process. more…

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Report: Folding iPhone will be ultra-thin, crease-free, and cost over $2,000
Macworld At this point, the first folding iPhone is filed somewhere between AirPower and the Apple Car, but rumors insist that it’s still coming. And the latest report claims it will have a very high price tag. According to Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple’s first folding iPhone is “expected to retail above $2,000 and $2,500.” That would make it the most expensive iPhone ever made and rival some high-end MacBook Pro configurations. It’s also more expensive than the Galaxy Z Fold6, which retails for $1,600. He says the device will be a “true AI-driven Phone … enabling scenarios like chatting with a chatbot about travel plans while viewing a full map app simultaneously.” Reports say Apple’s “conversational” Siri which was expected to launch in iOS 19 has been delayed to iOS 20 and won’t launch until 2027. As far as the specs, Kuo says the phone will have “a book-style design” with a 5.5-inch outer display that opens to a 7.8-inch display. Of note, he claims the screen will be totally crease-free with a stainless steel and titanium alloy hinge. He says the phone will measure between 9mm and 9.5mm thick when folded and 4.5mm to 4.8mm when unfolded. By comparison, Oppo’s Find N5, which is the world’s thinnest folding phone, measures less than 9mm when folded, while the iPhone 16 Pro Max is 8.25mm. Kuo also says the phone will have a dual-camera setup and the front-facing camera will be accessible “in both folded and unfolded states.” And finally, it won’t have Face ID but rather use a Touch ID built into the power button like the iPad mini. However, Kuo also says the folding iPhone is coming anytime soon. Mass production in late 2026, putting the launch sometime in 2027. And that’s without any delays, which has already pushed the timeline back years.

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