How to restore Reminders
Macworld Since the introduction of the Reminders app in iOS/iPadOS and macOS long ago, deleting a reminder or item within the app meant it was gone for good. Sure, you could use undo (shake your iPhone or iPad or press Command-Z on a Mac). But you could easily break the sequence of undos through other actions, rendering the reminder permanently deleted. That included quitting the app, restarting your device, or making additional changes you don’t want to undo. While undo still works, with iOS 18/iPadOS 18 and macOS 15 Sequoia, Apple has finally brought Reminds in line with its several other apps that handle items, like Notes and Photos. The company added a Recently Deleted special list to Reminders that holds deleted tasks and other items for 30 days. Apple hasn’t quite worked out the kinks, so let’s walk through it. Delete an item When you delete a task or item in Reminders in iOS/iPadOS or macOS, you’re prompted the first time that items will be retained temporarily in the Recently Deleted list instead of previously when Reminders warned you about permanent removal. After that, deleted items are simply moved to appear in that special list. Recover an item Apple provides two paths to recovering deleted reminders despite claiming there’s just one. Both start in the Recently Deleted list at the bottom of the Reminders lists (the main view in iOS and the sidebar in iPadOS and macOS). In macOS, you can restore an item back to its original location, but only for a single item or the first item in a selection of multiple items: Hover over the item. Tap the More (…) icon. Choose Recover or click the completed circle on the item. Click Recover in the dialog that appears. In macOS, you can choose Recover and restore the item to its original location.Foundry The item is returned to its original location despite the dialog stating that it will be returned to the default list (set in Reminders > Settings). If you choose multiple items in Recently Deleted to recover, Control-click/right-click anywhere on the selection and choose Move To or choose Edit > Move To, and choose a destination list. In iOS/iPadOS, single items can’t be restored to their original location. Here’s the two methods to recover items: Touch and hold an item, choose Move, and choose a destination list. Tap the More (…) icon in the main Recently Deleted list, choose Select Reminders, and select items by tapping them–which confusingly checks a circle, as the task isn’t being completed. Tap Move and then choose a destination list. You can also click or tap the completed circle in any deleted item, and you will see a prompt to recover it. This dialog appears whether you’ve chosen Recover in macOS or tapped or clicked the completed circle.Foundry Permanently delete Deleting items in the Recently Deleted list removes them immediately and forever. From any of the above locations, when working with deleted items, you can choose delete. You can also: Control-click/right-click Recently Deleted in the macOS list sidebar and choose Delete All. Tap the More (…) icon for the Recently Deleted list, and choose Delete All in iOS/iPadOS. Ask Mac 911 We’ve compiled a list of the questions we get asked most frequently, along with answers and links to columns: read our super FAQ to see if your question is covered. If not, we’re always looking for new problems to solve! Email yours to mac911@macworld.com, including screen captures as appropriate and whether you want your full name used. Not every question will be answered; we don’t reply to emails, and we cannot provide direct troubleshooting advice.

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Mac processor comparison: Apple silicon vs Intel
Macworld If you’re choosing between two different types of Macs or two generations of the same Mac, you may wonder just how much of a difference the processor will make. Since November 2020, all new Macs have featured one of Apple’s own system-on-chips based on the ARM architecture, sometimes referred to as Apple Silicon. Several Apple chips have joined the line-up, including the M1, M1 Pro, M1 Max, and M1 Ultra; M2, M2 Pro, M2 Max and M2 Ultra; M3, M3 Pro and M3 Max; and M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max. The final Mac to move from Intel to Apple Silicon was the Mac Pro in June 2023. Now that the transition from Intel to Apple’s silicon is long complete, and it has been a while since Apple sold any new Macs powered by an Intel chip, you might think that there is no point in comparing Intel and Apple. However, some stores are still selling Intel-powered Macs and may users still have them. Those wishing to upgrade from an Intel-powered Mac to an M-series Mac may also be curious about how much of a difference to expect. With such variety on offer, there is also a question of which Apple processor is best, or at least sufficient for your needs. The current M4 series represents the fourth generation of Apple Silicon, but the M4 is still less powerful than the M1 Ultra, for example. It’s also worth noting that the difference between a Pro and Max version of Apple’s ships is all in the GPUs and memory support: the CPU is essentially the same. Here we will compare all the Mac and MacBook CPUs, GPUs, and other specs, such as RAM (a.k.a. unified memory), to demonstrate how the M1-, M2-, M3-, and M4-series chips compare to each other and their Intel predecessors. For more help choosing which Mac to buy read our buying guides where we assess the Best Mac and Best MacBook. You might also like to take a look at the article where we compare all of Apple’s chips. M1 to M3 timeline November 2020: Apple introduced its first Mac system-on-chip, the M1 with three models, the MacBook Air, 13-inch MacBook Pro, and Mac mini. You can still buy the M1 MacBook Air at Walmart for $649. April 2021: Apple launched an iMac with a M1 chip. October 2021: The M1 formed the basis for powerful variants, the M1 Pro and M1 Max that arrived in the 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro in October 2021. March 2022: The final M1-series chip, the M1 Ultra, arrived with the Mac Studio in March 2022. June 2022: The next generation of Apple Silicon arrived in June 2022 with the introduction of the M2 chip. January 2023: The M2 Pro and M2 Max arrived in the 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro. The Mac mini also gained an M2 and M2 Pro chip. June 2023: The M2 Ultra arrived in the Mac Studio and Mac Pro. The Mac Studio also ships with the M2 Max. October 2023: The M3 series arrives with the M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max landing at the same time. So far only the MacBook Pro ships with M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max chips, while the iMac offers the M3. October 2024: The M4 series arrives on the Mac with the M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max. The iMac has an M4. The Mac mini has an M4 or M4 Pro. The MacBook Pro has an M4, M4 Pro, or M4 Max. Which processor should you choose for your Mac and does it really matter? Read on to find out. Mac and MacBook processors compared The M1 arrived with the MacBook Air, 13-inch MacBook Pro, and Mac mini at the end of 2020. The processor inside a Mac makes a big difference to how powerful the Mac is. However, it can actually be quite confusing if you aren’t familiar with the terminology. The processor is sometimes referred to as the CPU (central processing unit), which is different from the GPU (graphics processing unit). Sometimes people will refer to the processor when they actually mean the SoC (system on a chip) that contains both the CPU and GPU. You may even hear it referred to as a SiP (system in package). We often refer to Apple Silicon as chips because they are system-on-chips that combine the CPU and GPU (and for that matter RAM, which Apple refers to as Unified Memory). The various M-series chips offer a variety of CPU and GPU cores. Similarly, there are many different Intel chips that combine several CPU cores with integrated or discrete graphics options, all of which we will discuss below. We also offer advice about how much storage, RAM and cores in How much MacBook GPU, CPU, RAM and SSD do you really need? Mac processors from Apple M1 Apple MacBook Air (2020) M1 Read our review Price When Reviewed: From $999 Best Prices Today: $631.99 at Best Buy | $739 at Amazon | $779 at Adorama In June 2020 Apple announced that it would transition Mac from Intel to its “world-class custom silicon.” This process began with Apple’s M1 processor, which was introduced in November 2020. The M1 was in these Macs: 13-inch MacBook Pro (2020) MacBook Air (2020) Mac mini (2020) iMac (2021) The M1 specs are as follows: 8-core CPU (4 performance cores/4 efficiency cores) 7- or 8-core graphics processor (GPU) 16-core Neural Engine 8GB or 16GB of RAM 68.25GBps memory bandwidth 16 billion transistors The M1 was Apple’s first chip designed by Apple specifically for the Mac and it made shockwaves in the industry with giant leaps in performance. However, some people criticized the RAM limitations, with the M1 Macs only able to support up to 16GB of Unified Memory. M1 Pro Apple introduced the M1 Pro in October 2021.  It is no longer available in any new Macs, but you may get one in Apple’s refurbished store or elsewhere. The M1 Pro was in these Macs: 14-inch MacBook Pro (2021) 16-inch MacBook Pro (2021) The M1 Pro specs were as follows: 8- or 10-core CPU (6 or 8 performance cores/2 efficiency cores) 14- or 16-core GPU 16-core Neural Engine 16GB or 32GB of RAM 200GBps memory bandwidth 33.7 billion transistors The M1 Pro offers a 14-core GPU or a 16-core GPU. At launch, Apple claimed the GPU in the M1 Pro to be 2x faster than the M1. Apple also claimed that the GPU was up to 7x faster than the integrated graphics on the latest 8-core PC laptop chip. The M1 Pro also added a ProRes accelerator in the media engine to speed up video processing. Apple claimed that the M1 Pro could deliver up to 200GBps of memory bandwidth, which is nearly 3x of the bandwidth of the M1. The M1 Pro supports up to 32GB RAM (compared to a maximum of 16GB for the M1). M1 Max The M1 Max was also introduced in October 2021 as a standard option for the 16-inch MacBook Pro and a build-to-order option for the 14-inch MacBook Pro. Then in March 2022, the M1 Max became one of the options for the Mac Studio. The M1 Max is no longer available in any new Macs, but you may get one in Apple’s refurbished store or elsewhere. The M1 Max was in these Macs: 14-inch MacBook Pro (2021) 16-inch MacBook Pro (2021) Mac Studio (2022) The M1 Max specs are as follows: 10-core CPU (8 performance cores/2 efficiency cores) 24- or 32-core GPU 16-core Neural Engine 32GB or 64GB of RAM 400GBps memory bandwidth 57 billion The M1 Max has the same 10-core CPU as the M1 Pro, but everything else is significantly enhanced. The GPU is probably the most important difference between the M1 Pro and M1 Max. The M1 Max GPU goes all the way up to 32 cores (there is also a build-to-order 24-core option.) At launch, Apple claimed the graphics performance of the 32GB GPU to be up to 4x faster than the M1. M1 Max also has two ProRes accelerators that help it deliver up to 2x faster video encoding than M1 Pro. Apple claimed the M1 Max-powered MacBook Pros can edit up to 30 streams of 4K ProRes video or up to seven streams of 8K ProRes video in Final Cut Pro. That’s more streams than on a 28-core Mac Pro with Afterburner. At launch, Apple stated that the performance of the M1 Max is “similar to that of the highest-end GPU in the largest PC laptops while using up to 100 watts less power.” M1 Max also offers up to 400GBps of memory bandwidth. That is 2x that of M1 Pro and nearly 6x that of M1. As a result, a maximum of 64GB RAM is possible with the Max. M1 Ultra The M1 Ultra was also introduced in March 2022 as an option for the Mac Studio. You may still find a 2022 Mac Studio available, potentially at a good discount. The M1 Ultra was in the: Mac Studio (2022) The M1 Ultra specs were as follows: 20-core CPU (16 performance cores/4 efficiency cores) 48- or 64-core GPU 32-core Neural Engine 64GB or 128GB of RAM 800GBps memory bandwidth 114 billion transistors The M1 Ultra is essentially two M1 Mac chips, so it can offer a 20-core CPU and up to 64-core GPU. Apple achieves this using UltraFusion architecture to connect the two M1 Max chips to avoid trade-offs such as increased latency, reduced bandwidth, and increased power consumption. Apple also explained that the M1 Ultra behaves like, and is recognized by software, as one chip. At launch Apple claimed to offer “4x the bandwidth of the leading multi-chip interconnect technology” and that the M1 Ultra “delivers 90 percent higher multi-threaded performance than the fastest available 16-core PC desktop chip in the same power envelope.” Apple also claimed that the 64-core GPU delivers faster performance than the highest-end PC GPU available – all while using 200 fewer watts of power. The M1 Ultra can be configured with up to 128GB unified memory; according to Apple the most powerful PC graphics cards maxed out at 48GB. The ‌M1‌ Ultra also offers twice the media engine capabilities of the ‌M1 Max‌, for accelerated video encoding and decoding. M2 Apple 13-inch MacBook Air (M2, 2022) Read our review Price When Reviewed: $999 – Discontinued (was $1,119 then $1,099) Best Prices Today: $749 at Amazon | $749 at Best Buy | $799 at Adorama The M2 was introduced in June 2022 with the MacBook Air and 13-inch MacBook Pro. Apple later added the M2 as an option for the Mac mini in January 2023, and a new 15-inch MacBook Air in June 2023. The M3 is featured in: 13-inch MacBook Air (2022) (buy from Apple here) Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (M2, 2023) Read our review Price When Reviewed: From $1,299 Best Prices Today: $999 at Best Buy | $1,199 at Amazon | $1244 at Walmart The M2 was in these Macs: Mac mini (2023) 15-inch MacBook Air (2023) 13-inch MacBook Pro (2022) The M2 specs are as follows: 8-core CPU (4 performance cores/4 efficiency cores) 8- or 10-core GPU 16-core Neural Engine 8GB, 16GB or 24GB of RAM 100GBps memory bandwidth 20 billion transistors Apple Mac mini (M2, 2023) Read our review Price When Reviewed: From $599 Best Prices Today: $469 at B&H | $499 at Adorama | $499 at Amazon At launch, Apple claimed: “Compared with the latest 10-core PC laptop chip, the CPU in M2 provides nearly twice the performance at the same power level.” Apple also stated that the “M2 provides nearly 90 percent of the peak performance of the 12-core chip while using just one-fourth the power.” Apple also claimed the 10-core GPU delivers “up to 25 percent higher graphics performance than M1 at the same power level”, thanks to the larger cache and higher memory bandwidth. At maximum power this is 35 percent better, claimed Apple. Thanks to the additional GPU cores, 10 cores rather than the 8-core limit of the M1, the M2 performs better than the M1, but it’s still below the M1 Pro with 14 cores. M2 Pro Apple Mac mini (M2 Pro, 2023) Read our review Price When Reviewed: $1,299 Best Prices Today: $999 at Best Buy | $1099 at B&H | $1199 at Adorama The M2 Pro was introduced in January 2023 with the 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro and the M2 Pro Mac mini. The M2 Pro was in these Macs: 14-inch MacBook Pro (early 2023) 16-inch MacBook Pro (early 2023) Mac mini (2023) The M2 Pro specs are as follows: 10-core or 12-core CPU (6 or 8 performance cores/2 efficiency cores) 14- or 16-core GPU 16-core Neural Engine 16GB or 32GB of RAM 200GBps memory bandwidth 40 billion transistors Like the M1 Pro, the M2 Pro has a built-in media engine that accelerates H.264, HEVC, and ProRes video encoding and decoding. Better power efficiency during playback of multiple streams of 4K and 8K ProRes video can also be expected. At launch Apple claimed that the M2 Pro is 40 percent faster in Adobe Photoshop image processing, and 25 percent faster in Xcode code compiling when compared to the M1 Pro. Apple claimed that, when compared to the Core i9 16-inch MacBook Pro, the M2 Pro is 2.5 times faster in Photoshop and 80 percent faster in Xcode. M2 Max The M2 Max was also introduced in January 2023 with the 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro. The M2 Max features in this Mac: Mac Studio (2023) (buy from Apple here) The M2 Max was in these Macs: 14-inch MacBook Pro (2023) 16-inch MacBook Pro (2023) The M2 Max specs are as follows: 12-core CPU (8 performance cores/4 efficiency core) 30- or 38-core GPU 16-core Neural Engine 32GB, 64GB or 96GB of RAM 400GBps memory bandwidth 67 billion transistors Apple Mac Studio (M2 Max, 2023) Read our review Price When Reviewed: £1,999 Best Prices Today: $1799 at B&H | $1889 at Adorama | $1949 at Walmart Electronics Like the M1 Max, the M2 Max offers two video-encode engines and ProRes engines. At launch, Apple claimed the M2 Max would see a 30 percent improvement over the M1 Max when using color grading in DaVinci Resolve, while it would be 2 times faster than the Intel Core i9 MacBook Pro in the same test. For effects rendering in Cinema 4D, Apple claimed that the M2 Max is 30 percent faster than the M1 Max, and 6 times faster than the Core i9 MacBook Pro. M2 Ultra The M2 Ultra arrived in June 2023. It is an option for both the Mac Studio and the Mac Pro. Apple Mac Studio (M2 Ultra, 2023) Price When Reviewed: $3,999 Best Prices Today: $3699 at B&H | $3849.99 at Adorama | $3849.99 at Walmart Electronics Apple Mac Pro (M2 Ultra, 2023) Price When Reviewed: From $6,999 Best Prices Today: $6999 at Apple The M2 Ultra features in these Macs: Mac Studio (2023) (buy from Apple here) Mac Pro (2023) (buy from Apple here) The M2 Ultra’s specs are as follows: 24-core CPU (16 performance cores/8 efficiency core) 60- or 76-core GPU 32-core Neural Engine 64GB, 128GB or 192GB of RAM 800GBps memory bandwidth 134 billion transistors M3 The M3 arrived at the end of October 2023. It was an option for both the 14-inch MacBook Pro and the iMac. The M3 is featured in: MacBook Air (2023) (buy from Apple here) Apple 24-inch iMac (M3, 2023) Read our review Price When Reviewed: $1,299 base model Best Prices Today: $1,099 at Amazon | $1119 at Walmart Electronics | $1149 at Adorama Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (M3, 256GB/16GB RAM, 2024) Price When Reviewed: $1,299 Best Prices Today: $1,044 at Amazon | $1044 at Best Buy | $1199 at B&H The M3 was in these Macs: iMac (2023) 14-inch MacBook Pro (2023) The M3 specs are as follows: 8-core CPU (4 performance cores/4 efficiency cores) 8- or 10-core GPU 16-core Neural Engine 8GB, 16GB or 24GB of RAM 100GBps memory bandwidth 25 billion transistors M3 Pro The M3 Pro also arrived at the end of October 2023. It was an option for both the 14-inch MacBook Pro and the 16-inch MacBook Pro. The M3 Pro was in these Macs: Apple 14-inch MacBook Pro (M3 Pro, 2023) Read our review Price When Reviewed: $1,999 – discontinued Best Prices Today: $1649 at Adorama | $1699 at B&H | $1699 at Best Buy 14-inch MacBook Pro (2023) 16-inch MacBook Pro (2023) Apple 16-inch MacBook Pro (M3 Pro, 2023) Price When Reviewed: $2,499 – discontinued Best Prices Today: $1999 at B&H | $1999 at Best Buy | $2,396.99 at Amazon The M3 Pro specs are as follows:: 11- or 12-core CPU (5 or 6 performance cores/6 efficiency cores) 14- or 18-core GPU 16-core Neural Engine 18GB or 36GB of RAM 150GBps memory bandwidth 37 billion transistors M3 Max Like the other M3 chips, the M3 Max arrived at the end of October 2023. It was an option for both the 14-inch MacBook Pro and the 16-inch MacBook Pro. Apple 14-inch MacBook Pro (M3 Max, 2023) Price When Reviewed: $3,199 – discontinued Best Prices Today: $2799 at B&H | $2799 at Best Buy | $2999 at Adorama Apple 16-inch MacBook Pro (M3 Max, 2023) Read our review Price When Reviewed: $3,499 – discontinued Best Prices Today: $3244 at Adorama | $3,244 at Amazon | $3399 at B&H The M3 Max was in these Macs: 14-inch MacBook Pro (2023) 16-inch MacBook Pro (2023) The M3 Max specs are as follows: 14- or 16-core CPU (10 or 12 performance cores/4 efficiency cores) 14- or 18-core GPU 16-core Neural Engine 36GB, 48GB, 128GB of RAM 300GBps or 400GBps memory bandwidth 92 billion transistors M4 The M4 was introduced in October 2024. It is available in the iMac, Mac mini, and 14-inch MacBook Pro. Apple 14-inch MacBook Pro (M4) Read our review Price When Reviewed: $1,599 | $1,799 | $1,999 Best Prices Today: $1,399 at Amazon | $1399 at Best Buy | $1449 at B&H Apple Mac mini (M4) Price When Reviewed: $599 | $799 | $999 Best Prices Today: $549 at B&H | $559 at Amazon | $574 at Walmart Electronics The M4 is featured in these Macs: iMac (2024) (buy from Apple here) Mac mini (2024) (buy from Apple here) 14-inch MacBook Pro (buy from Apple here) The M4 specs are as follows: 8- or 10-core CPU (4 performance cores/4 or 6 efficiency cores) 8- core 10-core GPU 16-core Neural Engine 16GB, 24GB, 32GB of RAM 120GBps memory bandwidth 28 billion transistors M4 Pro The M4 Pro was introduced in October 2024. It is available in the Mac mini, and 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro. Apple 14-inch MacBook Pro (M4 Pro) Price When Reviewed: $1,999 | $2,399 Best Prices Today: $1,749 at Amazon | $1749 at B&H | $1799 at Best Buy Apple Mac mini (M4 Pro) Read our review Price When Reviewed: $1,399 Best Prices Today: $1,379.94 at Amazon | $1399 at Apple | $1399 at B&H The M4 Pro is featured in these Macs: Mac mini (2024) (buy from Apple) 14-inch MacBook Pro (buy from Apple) 16-inch MacBook Pro (buy from Apple) The M4 Pro specs are as follows: 12- or 14-core CPU (8 or 10 performance cores/4 efficiency cores) 16- or 20-core GPU 16-core Neural Engine 24GB, 48GB of RAM 273GBps memory bandwidth M4 Max The M4 Max was introduced in October 2024. It is available in the 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro. Apple 16-inch MacBook Pro (M4 Max) Price When Reviewed: $3,499 | $3,999 Best Prices Today: $2599 at B&H | $2599 at Best Buy | $2664 at Walmart Electronics Apple 14-inch MacBook Pro (M4 Max) Price When Reviewed: $3,199 Best Prices Today: $2,899 at Amazon | $2899 at Best Buy | $2929 at Walmart Electronics The M4 Max is featured in these Macs: 14-inch MacBook Pro (buy from Apple) 16-inch MacBook Pro (buy from Apple) The M4 Max specs are as follows: 14- or 16-core CPU (10 or 12 performance cores/4 efficiency cores) 32- or 40-core GPU 16-core Neural Engine 36GB, 48GB, 64GB, 128GB of RAM 410GBps or 546GBps memory bandwidth Mac Processor Benchmarks The benchmarks below include the M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max which were released in the latter part of 2024. The M4 Ultra has not been released, and Apple never released an M3 Ultra, so the Mac Studio and Mac Pro still use the M2 Ultra, which as you can see, is not the fastest anymore, but still among the top performers.

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Forget iCloud Drive, this 2TB lifetime cloud storage pays for itself
Macworld What’s worse than iCloud fees? Hitting your storage limit and having to consider upgrading. Here’s a better option: lifetime cloud storage. Yeah, that’s a thing now. Imagine paying $69.97 once instead of $10 every month. That’s FileJump. You get the same amount of storage as iCloud’s 2TB plan, but only during this early Black Friday sale—and only while codes last. Save 85% on cloud storage that pays for itself in only seven months. The biggest difference between iCloud and FileJump is that the latter won’t seamlessly integrate with your iOS devices. But with $10 extra in your pocket every month…who cares? Upload images, videos, and files under 15GB in size with a simple drag-and-drop, and they’re stored for life with AES encryption. Unlike other lifetime cloud storage plans, FileJump even has mobile and desktop apps to complete the experience. Conveniently see file previews for images, videos, and spreadsheets. Get cloud storage without fees during this early Black Friday sale: $69.97 (reg. $467) for FileJump’s 2TB lifetime subscription while codes last.   FileJump 2TB Cloud Storage: Lifetime Subscription – $89 See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change. 

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Turn your ideas into content faster than your coffee brews
Macworld Creating content doesn’t have to take longer than brewing your morning coffee — with 1minAI, you can turn ideas into polished pieces in no time. With the 1minAI Pro Plan, you’ll have access to an AI-powered tool that assists with everything from blog post generation to keyword optimization. Whether you’re battling writer’s block or need a quick way to enhance content quality, this AI tool is built to help creators like you. And with a lifetime subscription for $29.97 through December 15, you can skip the recurring fees that many AI services charge. Using advanced AI models, 1minAI analyzes your prompts to generate tailored content. It can write, rewrite, and optimize posts, taking the heavy lifting out of content creation while still leaving you in control. Human oversight is always recommended, but it’s a game-changer for cutting down time spent on tedious tasks. Each Pro Plan includes free monthly credits, giving you extensive opportunities to explore its features without extra costs. You can even try the tool for free at 1min.ai to see what it can do before committing. If you’re a content creator looking for support in your workflow, this tool could be the productivity boost you’ve been waiting for. From your first cup of joe to your last draft, this lifetime subscription to a 1minAI Pro Plan for $29.97 helps you create faster, so you can spend less time grinding and more time enjoying the process.   1minAI: Lifetime Subscription – $39.99 See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.

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AirPods Pro 2 have never ever ever been this cheap. Like ever
Macworld There’s no question that AirPods Pro 2 are the best earbuds Apple makes, and they keep getting better with awesome new capabilities such as the Hearing Aid and Hearing Protection features added in iOS 18.1. They’re frequently on sale, and we always say they’re worth paying a little extra for if you can afford it. But the latest sale on Amazon’s U.S. store is so good you don’t really have a decision to make. It’s not uncommon to find these earbuds on sale for less than $200, but the AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C) are currently $160, the lowest price we’ve ever seen. They’re actually $10 cheaper than the AirPods 4 with ANC right now and bring a ton of additional features, including the aforementioned hearing aid capabilities. Yes, the unquestionably superior product costs less money. While you’re grabbing this deal, you might want to pick up a set of Comply foam ear tips as well. They greatly improve the fit and comfort of AirPods Pro 2 and I never use mine without them. In our review of AirPods Pro 2, we praised the audio quality and features, with 2X noise cancellation and Precision Find My. And they’ve only gotten better since then with a steady stream of updates—and we suspect even more are on the way as Apple Intelligence continues to grow. So go grab a pair for this insanely low price and get yourself a pair of earbuds that keep on giving. Buy AirPods Pro 2 for $90 off at Amazon

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Apple's M4 Mac mini plunges to record low $499 during Amazon's Black Friday Sale
The M4 Mac mini features an all-new design and 16GB of RAM in the standard model. And right now it's $100 off at Amazon thanks to cash savings stacked with an on-page coupon.Pick up Apple's 2024 Mac mini M4 for just $499.99.The $499.99 promo at Amazon provides holiday shoppers with the lowest M4 Mac mini price on record thanks to an instant rebate stacked with an on-page coupon. Equipped with a 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU, the compact desktop now measures only five inches by five inches so it takes up less space on your desk.Buy for $499.99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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iOS 19 could debut a more conversational LLM Siri
Apple is working on a more conversation Siri, like Gemini Live and ChatGPT's voice mode, for iOS 19 next year. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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Apple promotes the A18 Pro chip’s performance in new iPhone 16 Pro ad
Apple has been running many different ads to promote the iPhone 16 – and most of them are related to Apple Intelligence. This time, however, the company has launched a new ad focused on highlighting the performance of the A18 Pro chip, which powers the iPhone 16 Pro models. more…

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WhatsApp finally supports voice message transcription
WhatsApp is rolling out voice message transcript support to transcribe the voice notes that you recieve to text. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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Here are some of the best protective cases and lanyards for the new AirPods 4
Apple recently launched AirPods 4, which are available in two different versions: one with ANC active noise cancellation and support for MagSafe chargers. And if you’ve bought new AirPods 4, read on as we’ve put together a list of some of the best protective cases and lanyards for Apple’s wireless earbuds. more…

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Apple Is Reportedly Building a More Conversational Siri Powered By LLMs
According to Bloomberg (paywalled), Apple is developing a new version of Siri powered by large language models (LLMs). TechCrunch reports: The new assistant reportedly will fully replace the Siri interface that users rely on today, and Apple is planning to release the feature in the spring of 2026. The feature seems like it will be similar to OpenAI's Advanced Voice Mode but with all the same access to personal information and apps that Siri has today. Until then, Apple is relying on third parties to power the iPhone's advanced AI features. Read more of this story at Slashdot.

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Save up to $2,000 with exclusive Bluetti portable power station Black Friday deals
Bluetti is offering incredible discounts up to 57% off of essential portable power station models and exclusive coupons during its Black Friday sales event. Don't miss out.Bluetti Black FridayWhether you're looking to upgrade an older home battery backup system or want to check out a new model for the first time, Bluetti has you covered. These giant batteries and inverters can keep your devices powered through any storm, on the road, or at the campsite, letting users go off grid.Bluetti specializes in whole home power backup systems and a range of portable power stations. They are a very compelling solution and utilize the latest features and technologies you'd expect from a premium portable power station brand. Continue Reading on AppleInsider

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Elevate your MacBook with iVANKY’s new FusionDock lineup [Video]
Regarding docking solutions for your MacBook, iVANKY’s FusionDock lineup is like your tech sidekick, helping you level up your workspace. Whether you’re a power user juggling multiple displays or just need a reliable dock to expand your MacBook’s capabilities, FusionDock has your back. Known for top-notch compatibility, sleek design, and serious performance, these docks are made to keep your workflow smooth and your desk clutter-free. Let’s dive into the lineup and see what each dock can do for your MacBook! Get an additional 10% off by using the code “FOR9to5Mac” for a limited time. more…

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WhatsApp now rolling out voice message transcripts to all users
More than a year ago, WhatsApp began testing a new feature for transcribing audio messages into text. The feature was only available to beta users, but starting today, everyone can benefit from voice message transcripts on WhatsApp. more…

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Number of companies supporting passkeys in apps and websites tops 200
Over 200 companies have adopted passkey technology, signaling a significant step towards a passwordless future. This milestone… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Security Bite: Ransomware groups surge in Q3 2024, with shifting dominance
9to5Mac Security Bite is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Making Apple devices work-ready and enterprise-safe is all we do. Our unique integrated approach to management and security combines state-of-the-art Apple-specific security solutions for fully automated Hardening & Compliance, Next Generation EDR, AI-powered Zero Trust, and exclusive Privilege Management with the most powerful and modern Apple MDM on the market. The result is a totally automated Apple Unified Platform currently trusted by over 45,000 organizations to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple. Corvus, one of the leading cyber insurance providers, has published its quarterly Cyber Threat Report for Q3 2024, focused on the shifting ransomware landscape. While the rising number of ransomware attacks should be no surprise to anyone, the report outlines how cybercriminals are becoming more competitive and adopting more aggressive strategies rather than waiting for the next mass-exploit event. more…

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Siri chatbot may be coming in 2026 as part of iOS 19
A new rumor suggests Apple wants to make Siri more conversational by making it use a large language model backend similar to ChatGPT and AI rivals, but it won't be ready until 2026.Siri could get an LLM backend in 2026When Apple was first rumored to be tackling artificial intelligence, one thing that was repeated often — Apple would not release a chatbot. The idea that users would converse with Siri in the same way they did with ChatGPT was seemingly off the table for the launch.Since then, a lot has changed, and according to a report from Bloomberg, Apple has begun work on an LLM-based Siri that might debut in iOS 19 in early 2026. This report lines up with AppleInsider's earlier exclusive on Apple AI testing tools that point to Siri becoming more tied to Apple's AI features. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple is working on a huge Siri upgrade for iOS 19 and macOS 16
Macworld Apple is really driving hard in its race to be a top player in AI. The Apple Intelligence features are coming in so hot that they’re being released in stages, taking months after the release of iOS 18. And now a new report says the company is full steam ahead on a new version of Siri that goes well beyond the enhanced, more personal Siri coming this spring. According to a report from Mark Gurman at Bloomberg, Apple is building a new version of Siri that makes use of more advanced large language models (LLMs), and employees on the project are calling it “LLM Siri.” The new Siri will be able to hold natural back-and-forth conversations, not unlike the new Advanced Voice Mode of OpenAI’s ChatGPT. It will also handle more sophisticated requests more quickly. According to the report, Apple is already testing the new Siri as a separate app on iPhones, iPads, and Macs, but it will be released as a replacement for the built-in OS feature we know today. The new Siri is expected to be unveiled in 2025 as part of iOS 19 and macOS 16, but won’t be available at launch—instead, they’ll come in an update early in 2026 (i.e. iOS 19.3 or the like). Siri is expected to get a big upgrade early in 2025 as part of iOS 18.3 or 18.4. Though the fundamental AI model isn’t changing, that version of Siri will be able to build a personal profile of you based on your on-device data (contacts, Messages, location history, and so on) in order to “know” you better. It will also be able to make use of hundreds of new App Intents, which are hooks that third-party app developers can use to allow Siri to perform functions or access data from within apps on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Next month, Siri will get ChatGPT integration and some new visual intelligence features, but still remains largely the Siri we’ve known for years. The report doesn’t clarify exactly how the new Siri will work; Apple emphasizes on-device processing for better privacy, speed, and reliability. But advanced LLM models are huge, requiring large amounts of processing and significant RAM. The AI models of Apple Intelligence in iOS 18 already require around 2GB of RAM, which is why they need an iPhone 15 Pro Max or iPhone 16 to run (those are Apple’s only phones with 8GB of total RAM). If Apple is already testing the system on current devices, there’s a good chance your current phone will run it, but it may need a live internet connection to do so.

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M4 Mac mini two weeks later: The invisible Mac that does it all
I’ve had my M4 Mac mini for two weeks now, and it still seems kind of remarkable that this tiny little box can do so much. My uses for the M4 mini are probably unconventional, but that’s also the beauty of the product: it serves a versatile set of needs, all at a very low price point (). Here are my takeaways after a fortnight of use. more…

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9to5Mac Daily: November 21, 2024 – Apple Black Friday event, iOS 18.2 tidbits
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 50%. more…

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