Today in Apple history: Apple market cap breezes by Walmart
On March 12, 2010, Apple moved into third place among publicly listed U.S. companies. Soon the Apple market cap would hit the top. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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Apple TV+ unveils trailer for ‘Your Friends & Neighbors’ drama series starring Jon Hamm
Apple TV+ on Wednesday debuted the trailer for its newest drama series, “Your Friends & Neighbors,” starring Jon Hamm… The post Apple TV+ unveils trailer for ‘Your Friends & Neighbors’ drama series starring Jon Hamm appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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The rise of privacy-centric apps: How iOS leads the way
With the widespread use of smartphones and laptops, privacy concerns become more important every day. Apple leads the way on privacy in apps. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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How to use robotic vacuums with Apple Home & Siri
With iOS 18.4 you can now use robotic vacuum cleaners inside of the Apple Home app and with Siri. It's still problematic but here's what you can do so far, and what the benefits are.Robotic vacuums had been an oft-requested feature for what was previously known as HomeKit for ages, and is now called Apple Home. It's still a work in progress, chiefly because there are no there are no robotic vacuum cleaners on the market that fully support Apple Home.There are, however, certain robotic vacuums with limited support that are now readily available.Subscribe to AppleInsider on YouTube{"@context":"https://schema.org/","@type":"VideoObject","name":"How to use Robotic Vacuums with Apple HomeKit & Siri!","description":"Robotic vacuums are finally coming to the Apple Home app! In this video, I'll show you how to set up, control, and automate your robo vac using Siri and the Home app in iOS 18.4.","thumbnailUrl":"https://i.ytimg.com/vi/w3M8kzRODkw/sddefault.jpg","uploadDate":"2025-03-11T19:19:43Z","duration":"PT8M11S","embedUrl":"https://www.youtube.com/watch/?v=w3M8kzRODkw"} Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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PSA: Severance’s season finale is airing next week
Apple TV+ is more popular than it’s ever been, thanks primarily to its biggest hit ever: Severance. But the current season is wrapping up quickly, as Severance’s season finale is coming next week. more…

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Zens Quattro Charger Pro 4 review: Taking wireless charging to another level
Macworld At a glance Pros Fast charging Four Qi2 charging stations Premium design Cons High price Our Verdict This is an impressive multi-device charger, featuring four fast Qi2 charging stations for iPhones and AirPods in a small footprint due to its dual-level design. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When Reviewed$149.99 Best Prices Today: Zens Quattro Charger Pro 4 Retailer Price Zens $149.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Zens is an accessory maker with a stable of premium chargers for Apple devices. The Quattro Charger Pro 4 is a charging station that boasts four fully fledged 15W Qi2 charging slots. We’ve reviewed multi-gadget MagSafe chargers previously, of course, and some could handle four Apple devices. But none wirelessly at the same time. The four charging slots are Qi2 and MagSafe compatible, each with a maximum charging power of 15W. Aside from iPhones from version 12 to 16, the charging slots are also compatible with the Apple AirPods 3 and AirPods Pro 2nd generation and later, as well as with other headphone charging cases. Total output is 65W, allowing for each iPhone charging pad to reach its theoretical maximum. In our tests, we measured an iPhone 15 reaching a charge of 35% after 30 minutes. The magnetic hold of the charging stations is excellent, and each is rubberized to protect the resting iPhones. The base of the Quattro Charger Pro 4 is also rubberized, and so stays upright perfectly despite its relatively high weight of 23oz (650g). It has a small footprint for a charging station that can handle four devices at the same time, due to its two-level design. It measures 6.9 x 2.7 x 2.6 inches (17.5 x 6.8 x 6.6cm). Thomas Bergbold Price The package includes a 65W power supply with connections for EU, U.K., U.S./CA and AU/NZ. The robust connection cable with its fabric coating is 1.5 meters long. The Quattro Charger Pro 4 is available in two colors, black and white, for $199.99 / £179.99 / €179.99. Verdict Finally, a charging manufacturer that thinks about families. Whether it’s the iPhones of a family of four or the AirPods in a central place in the living room, the Quattro Charger Pro 4 solves every charger dispute. The Quattro Charger Pro 4 is not only as fast as you would expect from a Qi2 charger, but it also saves space and cable clutter. The system of distributing the charging stations over two floors is something any interior designer would appreciate. The only downside is the relatively high price, which is reflected in the high-quality workmanship and robust design.

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Morgan Stanley Cuts iPhone Shipment Forecast on Siri Upgrade Delay, China Tariffs
Morgan Stanley has reduced its iPhone shipment forecasts after Apple confirmed the delay of a more advanced Siri personal assistant, dampening prospects for accelerating phone upgrades. The investment bank now predicts 230 million iPhone shipments in 2025 (flat year-over-year) and 243 million in 2026 (up 6%), down from previous estimates. An upgraded Siri was the most sought-after Apple Intelligence feature among prospective buyers, according to the bank's survey data. "Access to Advanced AI Features" appeared as a top-five driver of smartphone upgrades for the first time, with about 50% of iPhone owners who didn't upgrade to iPhone 16 citing the delayed Apple Intelligence rollout as affecting their decision. The firm also incorporated headwinds from China tariffs in its assessment, noting Apple is unlikely to fully offset these costs without broader exemptions. Read more of this story at Slashdot.

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9to5Mac Daily: March 12, 2025 – Apple Intelligence fallout continues
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. Supported by Setapp: Get access to 240+ apps on your Mac for just $9.99. Sign up today for a free 7-day trial.  more…

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Morgan Stanley slashes AAPL price target to $252 on lower iPhone upgrade rate fears
A noted analyst has slashed his expectation for Apple stock by about 10% given what he sees to be slower iPhone upgrade rates because of tariffs, and a delayed Siri with Apple Intelligence rollout.Improved Siri's late arrival will weigh on Apple stock, says Morgan StanleyIn a note to investors written by Morgan Stanley's Erik Woodring, Apple's headwinds have been re-evaluated. The most recent fears for Apple's bottom line appear to be the postponement of Siri upgrades, higher product import costs because of Trump administration tariffs, with both leading to lower earnings per share.While Woodring remains bullish on what may be a redesigned iPhone 17 driving sales, he's less certain about other avenues of success. He's decreased calendar year 2025 iPhone shipments a bit, with sales in 2025 being flat year-over-year, as opposed to an increase. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple’s C1 is coming to this product next, and skipping the rest
When Apple launched its iPhone 16e last month, it included a brand new component: A16 iPad haven’t included it. Here’s where the C1 will appear next, and which products are not expected to get it. more…

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Apple unveils immersive concert experience with Metallica for Apple Vision Pro
A new Apple Immersive concert experience, "Metallica," is coming to Apple Vision Pro this Friday, March 14th… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Jon Hamm leads a secret life of crime in this new Apple TV+ series, watch the trailer here
Apple TV+ today released the trailer for its buzzy new drama series, called Your Friends & Neighbors. The show stars Jon Hamm in the lead role as a man named Coop, a hedge fund manager who is down on his luck. In an effort to maintain his luxurious lifestyle, he turns to the world of crime, secretly stealing possessions from his affluent neighbors to sell them on. The show has received early praise and — months ahead of its premiere — Apple renewed the show for a second season as another sign of confidence in the project. Watch the trailer after the break … more…

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AirPods 4 are back down to their all-time best price
Macworld Apple’s AirPods are often on sale, but we rarely see them drop down to their all-time-low price. Today they have: Amazon is selling the AirPods 4 for $100 again, a savings of $29 off its usual $129 for the version without noise cancelation. If you want the ANC version, that one’s on sale, too, for $149 ($30 off). We reviewed the AirPods with Active Noise Cancelation, and they’re otherwise exactly the same as the model without it. We rated them with a near-perfect 4.5 score and appreciated the overall audio quality, as well as the wireless charging case. Our review also noted that voice recordings, podcasts, and phone calls have impressive clarity and volume. That’s particularly awesome because while listening to music is obviously going to be one of the main things you’ll use the AirPods for, you’ll also take on plenty of phone calls. The earbuds also come with hands-free Siri support, which is particularly helpful when you don’t want to take out your phone. The battery life is also rather impressive, with up to 30 hours of playback when using the charging case. We love seeing the AirPods 4 for $100 right now, and we doubt we’ll see a better price anytime soon. So go ahead and get your own because this deal won’t be around forever. Get the AirPods 4 for their best priceBuy now at Amazon

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iPhone 16e review: All the bells, none of the whistles on this battery-heavy device
Apple delivered a new addition to its iPhone lineup with the iPhone 16e. It's a flagship device with the core iPhone experience at a lower price tag, but it won't be for everybody.iPhone 16e review: Apple's new affordable iPhoneMany users were hoping to see a new iPhone SE 4 in the spring of 2025. Instead, Apple dropped the iPhone 16e.It's been divisive in its short time on the market, as users rebel against its perceived high price tag. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Morgan Stanley lowers Apple target price by $23 to $252
Apple is postponing updates to its Siri digital assistant — a vital link between customers and the company’s hardware — pushing them… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Best Apple Watch deals this month
Macworld The Apple Watch is arguably the best smartwatch on the market, but it’s not cheap—starting at $399/£399 for the Apple Watch Series 10. However, you don’t have to pay full price for an Apple Watch. Resellers are currently offering some fantastic deals on the Apple Watch. In this article, we share the best Apple Watch deals you can get right now so you don’t have to pay full price. But if you’re trying to choose the right model for your needs, take a look at our Best Apple Watch buying guide. Best Apple Watch deals The Apple Watch Series 10 arrived in September 2024. The arrival of the Series 10 marked the end of the Apple Watch Series 9, which Apple discontinued. Despite that, it is likely to remain on sale from resellers for some time–and you could take advantage of some decent discounts. The Apple Watch SE and Apple Watch Ultra 2 haven’t been updated. U.S. Amazon, Apple Watch Series 10 (42mm): $329 ($70 off with coupon, MSRP $399) Amazon, Apple Watch Series 10 (46mm): $359 ($70 off with coupon, MSRP $429) Amazon, Apple Watch SE 2 (40mm): $199 ($50 off, MSRP $249) Amazon, Apple Watch SE 2 (44mm): $229 ($50 off, MSRP $279) U.K. Amazon, Apple Watch Series 10 (42mm): £382 (£17 off, RRP £399) Amazon, Apple Watch Series 10 (46mm): £409 (£20 off, RRP £429) Amazon, Apple Watch SE (2022, 40mm): £209 (£10 off, RRP £219) Amazon, Apple Watch SE (2022, 44mm): £235 (£14 off, RRP £249) Amazon, Apple Watch Ultra (1st gen): £650 (£199 off, RRP was £849–Clearance) Use our automated price trackers below to compare prices for the most popular models across various retailers. Best Apple Watch Series 10 deals The Apple Watch 10 (2024 model) starts at $399/£399 for the aluminum 41mm version and $429/£429 for the 44mm model. It’s an extra $100/£100 for cellular. It costs the same as the Series 9 did. Apple Watch Series 10, 42mm, from $399/£399 Retailer Price $299 View Deal $299 View Deal $399 View Deal $399 View Deal $399 View Deal $399 View Deal $399.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Apple Watch Series 10, 46mm, from $429/£429 New Refurbished Retailer Price $329 View Deal $329 View Deal $429 View Deal $429 View Deal $429 View Deal $429.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Apple Watch Series 10 (2024) GPS + Cellular 42 mm – Aluminium Rose Gold – Sport band Starlight $309.95 View Deal Apple Watch Series 10 (2024) GPS + Cellular 46 mm – Aluminium Rose Gold – Sport band Starlight $389 View Deal Price comparison from Backmarket Best Apple Watch Ultra 2 deals The Apple Watch Ultra 2 (2023 model) starts at $799/£799. It comes with cellular. The original Ultra previously sold for $799/£849, so the U.K. price is better this time. Apple Watch Ultra 2, from $799/£799 New Refurbished Retailer Price $799 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Apple Watch Ultra 2 (2023) GPS + Cellular 49 mm – Titanium Natural Titanium – Ocean band Blue $498.92 View Deal Apple Watch Ultra 2 (2022) GPS + Cellular 49 mm – Titanium Natural Titanium – Ocean band White $529.99 View Deal Apple Watch Ultra 2 (2023) GPS + Cellular 49 mm – Titanium Natural Titanium – Alpine loop Blue $534.92 View Deal Apple Watch Ultra (2023) GPS + Cellular 49 mm – Titanium Natural Titanium – Alpine loop Starlight $599 View Deal Price comparison from Backmarket Best Apple Watch SE (2022) deals The Apple Watch SE (2022 model) starts at $249/£219 (was £259) for the 40mm version. It’s an extra $50/£50 for cellular. New Refurbished Retailer Price $169 View Deal $169 View Deal $249 View Deal $249 View Deal $249.99 View Deal $299.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Apple Watch Series SE 2 (2022) GPS 40 mm – Aluminium Starlight – Sport band Starlight $139 View Deal Apple Watch Series SE 2 (2022) GPS 40 mm – Aluminium Midnight – Sport band Black $149.33 View Deal Apple Watch Series SE 2 (2022) GPS 40 mm – Aluminium Silver – Sport band White $155.14 View Deal Apple Watch Series SE 2 (2022) GPS + Cellular 40 mm – Aluminium Starlight – Sport band White $160.49 View Deal Apple Watch Series SE 2 (2022) GPS + Cellular 40 mm – Aluminium Starlight – Sport band Starlight $165 View Deal Apple Watch Series SE 2 (2022) GPS + Cellular 40 mm – Aluminium Silver – Sport band White $173 View Deal Apple Watch Series SE 2 (2022) GPS 40 mm – Aluminium Starlight – Sport loop Starlight $179 View Deal Price comparison from Backmarket View more prices The 44mm version of the Apple Watch SE 2 starts at $279/£249 (was £299). New Refurbished Retailer Price $199 View Deal $279 View Deal $279 View Deal $279.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Apple Watch Series SE 2 (2022) GPS 44 mm – Aluminium Midnight – Sport band Black $153.09 View Deal Apple Watch Series SE 2 (2022) GPS + Cellular 44 mm – Aluminium Starlight – Sport band Starlight $153.44 View Deal Apple Watch Series SE 2 (2022) GPS 44 mm – Aluminium Silver – Sport band White $171.19 View Deal Apple Watch Series SE 2 (2022) GPS 44 mm – Aluminium Starlight – Sport band Starlight $179.99 View Deal Price comparison from Backmarket Discontinued Apple Watches Best Apple Watch Ultra 1 deals The original Apple Watch Ultra was discontinued when the second model launched, but you may still see a deal or two. You can also expect to see refurbished and used models for sale. Apple Watch Ultra 1, 49mm, was $799/£849 New Refurbished Retailer Price $799.99 View Deal $799.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Apple Watch Ultra (2022) GPS + Cellular 49 mm – Titanium Natural Titanium – Ocean band White $424.01 View Deal Apple Watch Ultra (2022) GPS + Cellular 49 mm – Titanium Natural Titanium – Ocean band Black $429.99 View Deal Apple Watch Ultra (2022) GPS + Cellular 49 mm – Titanium Natural Titanium – Trail loop Black $450 View Deal Apple Watch Ultra (2022) GPS + Cellular 49 mm – Titanium Natural Titanium – Alpine loop Green $470.79 View Deal Apple Watch Ultra (2022) GPS + Cellular 49 mm – Titanium Natural Titanium – Ocean band Yellow $474.99 View Deal Apple Watch Ultra 2 (2023) GPS + Cellular 49 mm – Titanium Natural Titanium – Ocean band Blue $498.92 View Deal Apple Watch Ultra (2022) GPS + Cellular 49 mm – Titanium Natural Titanium – Alpine loop White $525 View Deal Apple Watch Ultra (2022) GPS + Cellular 49 mm – Titanium Natural Titanium – Trail loop Blue $556 View Deal Apple Watch Ultra (2023) GPS + Cellular 49 mm – Titanium Natural Titanium – Alpine loop Starlight $599 View Deal Apple Watch Ultra (2022) GPS + Cellular 49 mm – Titanium Natural Titanium – Trail loop Yellow $798 View Deal Price comparison from Backmarket View more prices Best Apple Watch Series 9 deals The Apple Watch 9 (2023 model) has been discontinued, but you may still see a deal or two. You can also expect to see refurbished and used models for sale. Apple Watch Series 9, 41mm, was $399/£399 New Refurbished Retailer Price $154.99 View Deal $399 View Deal $399 View Deal $399.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Apple Watch Series 9 (2023) GPS 41 mm – Aluminium Midnight – Sport band Black $239 View Deal Apple Watch Series 9 (2023) GPS 41 mm – Aluminium Starlight – Sport band Starlight $240.04 View Deal Apple Watch Series 9 (2023) GPS + Cellular 41 mm – Aluminium Midnight – Sport band Black $241.23 View Deal Apple Watch Series 9 (2023) GPS 41 mm – Aluminium Silver – Sport band Blue $249.67 View Deal Apple Watch Series 9 (2023) GPS + Cellular 41 mm – Aluminium Pink – Sport band Pink $255 View Deal Apple Watch Series 9 (2023) GPS 45 mm – Aluminium Red – Sport band Red $284.66 View Deal Apple Watch Series 9 (2023) GPS + Cellular 41 mm – Aluminium Silver – Sport band Blue $295 View Deal Price comparison from Backmarket View more prices Apple Watch Series 9, 45mm, was $429/£429 New Refurbished Retailer Price $429.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Apple Watch Series 9 (2023) GPS + Cellular 45 mm – Aluminium Midnight – Sport band Black $244.18 View Deal Apple Watch Series 9 (2023) GPS 45 mm – Aluminium Silver – Sport band Blue $246.34 View Deal Apple Watch Series 9 (2023) GPS 45 mm – Aluminium Midnight – Sport band Black $246.34 View Deal Apple Watch Series 9 (2023) GPS + Cellular 45 mm – Aluminium Silver – Sport band Blue $276.49 View Deal Apple Watch Series 9 (2023) GPS 45 mm – Aluminium Starlight – Sport band Starlight $276.74 View Deal Apple Watch Series 9 (2023) GPS 45 mm – Aluminium Red – Sport band Red $284.66 View Deal Apple Watch Series 9 (2023) GPS + Cellular 45 mm – Aluminium Red – Sport band Red $299.95 View Deal Price comparison from Backmarket View more prices Best Apple Watch Series 8 deals It’s been a couple of years since Apple sold the Series 8, but you can can expect to see refurbished and used models for sale. Apple Watch Series 8, 41mm, was from $399/£419 New Refurbished Retailer Price $379.99 View Deal $389 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Apple Watch Series 8 (2022) GPS + Cellular 41 mm – Aluminium Starlight – Sport band Starlight $197.30 View Deal Apple Watch Series 8 (2022) GPS 41 mm – Aluminium Red – Sport band Red $197.89 View Deal Apple Watch Series 8 (2022) GPS + Cellular 41 mm – Aluminium Red – Sport band Red $197.89 View Deal Apple Watch Series 8 (2022) GPS 41 mm – Aluminium Silver – Sport band White $201.12 View Deal Apple Watch Series 8 (2022) GPS + Cellular 41 mm – Stainless steel Silver – Sport band White $499.99 View Deal Price comparison from Backmarket View more prices Apple Watch Series 8, 45mm, was from $399/£419 New Refurbished Retailer Price Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Apple Watch Series 8 (2022) GPS 45 mm – Aluminium Silver – Sport band White $192 View Deal Apple Watch Series 8 (2022) GPS 45 mm – Aluminium Midnight – Sport band Black $192 View Deal Apple Watch Series 8 (2022) GPS 45 mm – Aluminium Starlight – Sport band Starlight $194.19 View Deal Apple Watch Series 8 (2022) GPS + Cellular 45 mm – Aluminium Starlight – Sport band Starlight $197.89 View Deal Apple Watch Series 8 (2022) GPS + Cellular 45 mm – Aluminium Silver – Sport band White $198.28 View Deal Apple Watch Series 8 (2022) GPS + Cellular 45 mm – Aluminium Red – Sport band Red $206.11 View Deal Apple Watch Series 8 (2022) GPS + Cellular 45 mm – Aluminium Red – Sport band Black $285 View Deal Apple Watch Series 8 (2022) GPS + Cellular 45 mm – Stainless steel Gold – Sport band Starlight $299.59 View Deal Apple Watch Series 8 (2022) GPS + Cellular 45 mm – Stainless steel Graphite – Sport band Black $366.68 View Deal Price comparison from Backmarket View more prices Where to buy an Apple Watch If you’re simply looking to pick up an Apple Watch regardless of price, there are plenty of stores that sell not only the latest Apple Watch Series, but older variants of the Apple Watch that aren’t available from Apple any more—some at significant savings, too. Apple Watch buyers in the U.S. can check out the following stores: Apple Amazon Best Buy Costco Target Walmart If you’re based in the U.K., you can pick up an Apple Watch from the following retailers: Apple Amazon Argos Carphone Warehouse Currys John Lewis KRCS Very Where to buy an Apple Watch with Cellular You’ve also got the option of picking up an Apple Watch with a cellular contract, allowing it to function as a standalone device that doesn’t need to be tethered to your phone to make calls and send texts. Amazon and other retailers sell the Apple Watch with cellular and you can usually find discounts on most models, though not as deep as the GPS versions. Here are the sales we’re tracking this month: All of the major U.S. carriers sell the Apple Watch and offer trade-in deals: T-Mobile Verizon AT&T Carriers in the UK that stock the Apple Watch include: EE O2 Vodafone Best refurbished Apple Watch deals One of the best places to look for Apple Watch deals all year round is the Apple Refurbished Store. There, you’ll find huge Apple Watch discounts, sometimes even on the latest models. These Apple Watches have been returned to Apple for various reasons, and then completely revamped for resale. One of the major benefits of buying a refurbished Watch from Apple is that it will come with a one-year warranty so Apple may fix or replace it for free should anything happen to it in that first year. In the U.S. you can get an Apple Watch Series 9, either generation of Ultra, or the SE for less than full price. You can, for example, save $120 on a refurbished 2nd-gen Apple Watch Ultra. Get a refurbished Apple Watch at Apple's refurbished store (U.S.) In the U.K. you can save money on an Apple Watch Series 7, 8, or 9, either generation of Ultra, or the Apple Watch SE. For instance, you can save up to £100 on a refurbished Apple Watch 9. Get a refurbished Apple Watch at Apple's refurbished store (U.K.) For more information on this topic, read Should I buy a refurbished Apple Watch? See our roundup of the best Apple Watch bands, as well as our roundup of the best stands and charging docks. Also, note that Apple has left the power adapter out of the box for the Apple Watch Series 6 and later. Read: Which plug do I need for my Apple Watch? If this is your first time buying and using an Apple Watch, we’ve also got helpful tips on how to use the Apple Watch.

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Here’s how thin the iPhone 17 Air is expected to be, with the camera bar
The upcoming iPhone 17 Air is expected to be all about sleekness – getting the thinnest iPhone ever, though at the expense of specifications. Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo surprised everyone earlier this year when he suggested that the device may be even thinner than expected, and his view has now been echoed by another leaker … more…

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Best AirPods deals this month
Macworld Apple’s AirPods wireless headphones offer an iconic look, exceptional convenience, and strong audio quality. They come with a premium price tag, however, so it’s important to shop around for a good deal… or find a bunch of tech experts who’ll do this for you. That’s where we come in. In this article, we round up the best AirPods discounts and deals to help you save money. We’ve got the best prices on the 4th-gen AirPods, the 2nd-gen AirPods Pro with USB-C, and the premium AirPods Max over-ear headphones which Apple has updated to use USB-C rather than Lightning. Below you will find links to the best deals available right now. You’ll find more detailed advice and price comparisons for each model further down. U.S. Amazon, AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C case): $189 ($59 off, MSRP $249) Amazon, AirPods 4: $119 ($10 off, MSRP $129) Amazon, AirPods 4 with ANC: $169 ($10 off, MSRP $179) B&H Photo, AirPods Max (USB-C): $529 ($20 off, MSRP $549) Amazon, AirPods Max (Lightning): $513 ($72 off; MSRP $549–Clearance) U.K. Incredibly slim pickings in the U.K. right now: pretty much every AirPods model is at RRP or fractionally below. If you’re looking for a set of AirPods but can wait a few months, we’d recommend that you do. Prices should come down again. Amazon, AirPods Max: £494 (£5 off, RRP £499) Recent and imminent changes to the AirPods range Before you buy, note the following: AirPods 4 and AirPods 4 with ANC were introduced in September 2024. The AirPods 4 start at $129/£129 with the ANC model costing $179/£179. With this in mind do not buy the AirPods 3 or AirPods 2 if they aren’t considerably cheaper than $129/£129. The AirPods Max with Lightning were discontinued in favor of the AirPods Max with USB-C. In this case if you do see the older models on sale they are worth buying at a good discount. The AirPods Pro are often on sale as they are likely to be updated in 2025. They are still a good purchase and recently gained the ability to work as hearing aids thanks to a software update. You can check the automated price comparison tables below to see if any retailers have dropped their prices since we last updated this article. How much do AirPods cost? Some changes were announced at Apple’s September 2024 event, so make sure you’re up to date with the latest prices: AirPods Max (2024): $549 / £499 (price dropped from £549 to £499 in September 2023) AirPods Pro with USB-C (2nd gen, 2023): $249 / £229 AirPods 4: $129 / £129 AirPods 4 (with ANC): $179 / £179 Discontinued: 3rd-gen AirPods with Lightning (2021): was $169 / £169 3rd-gen AirPods with MagSafe (2021): was $179 / £179 2nd-gen AirPods (2019): was $129 / £129 You should never pay more than the prices above: we’ve seen unscrupulous retailers claim the MSRP/RRP is higher and work out ‘savings’ based on that. Remember to take delivery and postage fees into account when evaluating deals; we include it in our list of prices but most retailers won’t add it until you’re at the checkout. And watch out for deals that seem too good to be true, but turn out to have no stock. We see this a lot. Good AirPods deals are rare and tend not to last long. If you see one (and you’re sure the supplier is legit: look it up on TrustPilot if you’ve not bought from there before), grab it. Best new AirPods deals Apple sells two sets of basic (non-Pro) AirPods, both introduced at the 2024 Glowtime event: the 4th-gen model with active noise cancellation, and the 4th-gen model without. Best Buy is worth a look for some worthwhile savings in the U.S., while U.K. customers can save a little money across the range. You can buy the 4th-gen AirPods directly from Apple, but you’ll find the best prices elsewhere in the automated tables below. AirPods (4th gen, 2024, with ANC) deals These replace the AirPods (3rd generation) and have a redesigned, smaller USB-C case that works with wireless charging and now has Find My functionality, with a built-in speaker for locating the device. They feature active noise cancellation, previously found only on the AirPods Pro and Max, and sport Apple’s H2 chip, which was introduced in the 2022 AirPods Pro and improves audio quality. MSRP: $179/£179 New Refurbished Retailer Price $148.99 View Deal $148.99 View Deal $169.99 View Deal $179 View Deal $179 View Deal $179 View Deal $179.99 View Deal $179.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Apple AirPods 4th gen (2024) – Wireless (USB-C) Charging case $148.67 View Deal Price comparison from Backmarket AirPods (4th gen, 2024, without ANC) deals Whereas the ANC AirPods 4 replace the 3rd-gen AirPods, these replace the 2nd-gen AirPods. They feature most of the features of the higher-priced model with the main exception of Active Noise Cancelation, Transparency Mode, and Adaptive Audio. MSRP: $129/£129 Retailer Price $99.99 View Deal $99.99 View Deal $124.95 View Deal $129 View Deal $129.99 View Deal $129.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Best AirPods Pro deals The 2nd-gen version of the AirPods Pro was released in September 2022. Rather than introduce the third generation in 2023, Apple instead tweaked them to support USB-C for charging (including charging via the iPhone 15) The Lightning models have now been discontinued, but will be available from other retailers for a while; make sure you’re getting the exact model you want. AirPods Pro (2nd gen, 2023, USB-C) deals This is the 2023 version with USB-C charging. You can also use an iPhone 15 to charge the case. MSRP: $249 / £229 Retailer Price $228 View Deal $249 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Best AirPods Max deals The AirPods Max, Apple’s wireless over-ear headphones, are available to buy directly from Apple for $549 / £499 (they were £549 in the U.K. before September 2023 when Apple dropped the price to £499). Best AirPods Max (2024, USB-C) deals The AirPods Max haven’t exactly been updated for 2024, beyond a new set of colors and USB-C instead of Lightning. These are still effectively the same as the 2020 models. It may still be possible to buy old models in the original colors for some time so we have included the best prices for the older model in the discontinued section of this article. Find the latest prices in our automated table embedded below. MSRP: $549/£499 Retailer Price $477 View Deal $479.99 View Deal $499.99 View Deal $529 View Deal $529.99 View Deal $549 View Deal $549 View Deal $549.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Discontinued AirPods deals One way to pick up a really good deal can be to buy discontinued AirPods which are often the first to be discounted. AirPods (3rd gen, 2021, MagSafe) deals Apple updated the ultra-popular AirPods in October 2021, after a wait of more than two and a half years. They were eventually discontinued in September 2024. Get all the info you need in our AirPods 3 review. MSRP was: $179 / £179 (DISCONTINUED) New Refurbished Retailer Price $119.95 View Deal $152.99 View Deal $154.99 View Deal $169.99 View Deal $169.99 View Deal $179.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Apple AirPods 3rd gen (2021) – MagSafe Charging case $95.88 View Deal Price comparison from Backmarket AirPods (3rd gen, 2021, Lightning) deals There was also a cheaper version of the AirPods 3rd generation with a case that has to be charged via Lightning, rather than wirelessly. MSRP was: $169 / £169 (DISCONTINUED) New Refurbished Retailer Price $129.99 View Deal $149 View Deal $169 View Deal $169.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Apple AirPods 3rd gen (2021) – Lightning Charging case $99.10 View Deal Price comparison from Backmarket AirPods (2nd gen, 2019) deals This older version of the AirPods was sold by Apple until September 2024, and may still be found at other retailers. Note that this version of the AirPods comes with an Lightning charging case that needs to be plugged in, as opposed to the wireless MagSafe charging case. Check the automated table below for the latest deals. MSRP was: $129 / £129 (DISCONTINUED) New Refurbished Retailer Price $12.99 View Deal $179.95 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Apple AirPods 2nd gen (2019) – Lightning Charging case $82 View Deal Price comparison from Backmarket AirPods Pro (2nd gen, 2022, Lightning) deals This is the older version with a Lightning port for charging the case. You may still find them on sale. MSRP was $249 / £249 (DISCONTINUED) New Refurbished Retailer Price $196.5 View Deal $279.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Apple AirPods Pro 2nd gen (2022) – MagSafe (Lightning) Charging case $147.68 View Deal Price comparison from Backmarket AirPods Max (2020, Lightning) deals This is the older version of the original AirPods Max came in different colors and featured Lightning (rather then USB-C in the newer models). You may still find them on sale. MSRP was: $549/£499 New Refurbished Retailer Price $373.95 View Deal $477 View Deal $495 View Deal $517.99 View Deal $549 View Deal $549 View Deal $549.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Apple AirPods Max (2020) – Pink $379.95 View Deal Apple AirPods Max (2020) – Silver $395 View Deal Apple AirPods Max (2020) – Space Gray $399.95 View Deal MGYN3AM/A Noise cancelling Headphone Bluetooth with microphone – Green $479 View Deal Price comparison from Backmarket For an in-depth look at your options here, read Where to buy AirPods Max. Other ways to save: AirPods Bundle deals The best way to get a good price on AirPods may be to bundle them with a phone, although this is mainly an option in the U.K. Phone network Three offers a variety of bundles that include the AirPods. Visit the company’s accessories page to browse the best options for you. Vodafone and O2 aren’t currently bundling the AirPods with their iPhone plans, although O2 sells the 2021 AirPods, the early-2019 AirPods and the 2022 AirPods Pro on their own. Whichever bundle you go for, remember to check if you’re getting the AirPods Pro, the early-2019 AirPods (sometimes called the second gen or AirPods 2) or the new 2021 AirPods (third-gen or AirPods 3). If you’re getting the AirPods Pro, find out if they include the new MagSafe charging case. AirPods buying advice Wondering if a pair of AirPods is right for you? We have a guide to the Best AirPods, and you could read AirPods Pro vs AirPods to find out how the models compare, but let’s quickly discuss the pros and cons. Apple has launched various AirPods versions, several of which are still on sale: 2016: 1st-gen AirPods, discontinued 2019: 2nd-gen AirPods, discontinued 2019: 1st-gen AirPods Pro, discontinued 2021: 3rd-gen AirPods, Lightning and Magsafe variants, discontinued 2022 & 2023: 2nd-gen AirPods Pro, Lightning and USB-C variants 2020 & 2024: AirPods Max All four non-Max models are wireless, sitting in your ears and in theory staying there through snugness of fit alone. The advantages of this are clear–they allow you to go running or work out without worrying about snagging the cables–but they may fall out once you pick up the pace. Our experience, however, is that the AirPods are among the best earbuds around in this regard. The AirPods Pro offer a snugger fit than the others because they have a choice of flexible ear tips, and are actually able to tell you whether you’ve selected the right tip or not. Sound quality is decent but not exceptional on the original and early-2019 models; the 2021 3rd gen AirPods were better, while the AirPods Pro are a step above thanks in part to their better fit and implementation of active noise cancellation. What AirPods consistently do better than non-Apple headphones is coordinate with other Apple products, thanks to the W1 chip (in the 2016 model) and H1 chip (2019 and 2021) which makes pairing with an iPhone a breeze. Battery-wise, most non-Max AirPods will last around five hours, but that’s not the end of the story: they come with a little charging case with its own larger battery, so you can pop them back in for a quick charge. The case should offer another 24 hours (give or take) before it’ll require charging. The 2021 AirPods, however, offer more in this department, with claimed figures of six hours out of the case and 30 hours in total. We’ve got some advice on getting better AirPods battery life. Apple’s 2nd gen AirPods can respond to Hey Siri commands, charge wirelessly if you opt for the Wireless Charging Case, and offer more talk time than the originals. Those features are kept in the 2021 3rd-generation models, with Spatial Audio and Adaptive EQ added to the mix. The 4th generation AirPods arrived in 2024 and add ANC to the mix. The AirPods Max are over-ear headphones and essentially a completely different product to the rest of the AirPods range. They are a lot more expensive and a totally different proposition to the other AirPods. Audio quality is almost universally considered to be exceptional, but it’s debatable whether it’s exceptional enough to justify that premium price tag. And many reviewers have pointed out that the case is oddly designed, given that the one part of the headphones that it doesn’t protect–the mesh headband–is the one that’s most vulnerable to damage.The AirPods Max are an appealing prospect, but may not be practical for most budgets. For more detailed advice and thoughts on the best alternatives to Apple’s three cheaper AirPods models, read our guides to the Best wireless earbuds and the best wired headphones.

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iPhone 17 Slim could be 30% thinner than the iPhone 16
Backing up one of the several rumors about the thickness of the expected iPhone 17 Slim, a new report claims that it around a third thinner than some other iPhone models.Render of a possible iPhone 17 Slim designSome previous reports of the thickness of the forthcoming slimmer iPhone in the iPhone 17 range have insisted that battery issues mean it can be no less than 6mm. However, one report from analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has claimed it will be 5.5mm, and now a leak from "Ice Universe" backs that up.According to a post on Chinese social media site Weibo, the iPhone 17 Slim (in translation), "has a camera bump of 4.0mm and a total of 9.5mm." Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Is it time for some truly colorful MacBook Air models? [Poll]
One of the most attention-grabbing aspects of the new M4 MacBook Air was the announcement of a new color: sky blue. While I’m of the view that gadgets should be silver or black, plenty of people clearly welcome the idea of more colorful MacBook Air models. Only, reviewers all seem to agree that the new blue color isn’t very, well, either blue or colorful. So is it time for Apple to offer some truly colorful MacBook Air finishes … ? more…

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