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• iOS 26.3 beta 3 is out now

  27-01-2026 18:12 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Following the release of iOS 16.2 on Friday, December 12, the first beta release of iOS 26.3 was made available to developers a few days later, on December 15. We expect a final release to the public sometime in late January or early February. This is reportedly the last minor refresh before iOS 26.4 brings the revamped Siri upgrade we’ve waited over a year to get.Update January 26: The third beta of iOS 26.3 has been released. It is unclear what is new—Apple doesn’t i
  
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• This Ugreen 4-port plug is the last charger you’ll ever need (40% off)

  27-01-2026 17:26 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  A multi-port plug can make your life so much easier, especially if you can get one for a great price. Well, today’s deal has you covered: This 4-port Ugreen charger is only $24.50 at Amazon right now, a hefty 39 percent discount for a charger that can charge everything.This particular Ugreen charger uses GaN technology, which means it delivers power safely and efficiently in a much smaller package. It’s also got a fold-up plug for snag-free traveling.With a 65W maximum outpu
  
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• iOS versions: Explore every iOS version from day one to today

  27-01-2026 16:40 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  iOS is at the heart of the iPhone experience. It’s the operating system on which everything else sits, while also delivering plenty of features and dedicated apps built by Apple itself.
  Every year (usually in September) Apple adds new features to compatible iPhones with an update to iOS, and in the months that follow more features arrive. If you want to know what the latest version of iOS is, or if you’ve ever wondered about when versions came out and what features they brou
  
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• Apple doesn’t want AirTag 2 tracking pets. Why not?

  27-01-2026 16:19 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Midway through the seventh paragraph of its press release about the new AirTag, Apple reiterates its surprisingly unambiguous position on the device’s intended usage. “Designed exclusively for tracking objects,” the company writes, “and not people or pets, the new AirTag incorporates a suite of industry-first protections against unwanted tracking…” It may have got a louder speaker and longer effective tracking range, but the updated AirTag still does
  
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• Update: Apple’s class-action Siri payments are beginning to arrive

  27-01-2026 15:54 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Update January 27: Payments are now beginning to arrive for eligible recipients. The original article appears below.If you’ve always suspected that Siri is listening to you even though you haven’t called upon it, a new class-action lawsuit may give you some peace of mind. Apple has agreed to pay nearly $100 million to settle a proposed class action lawsuit over Siri’s ability to “listen to, record, and share their conversations” without consent.According to
  
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• Apple updates iOS 12 for the first time since 2023

  27-01-2026 14:15 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Monday was a good day for fans of small Apple updates. Early in the morning, we got the 2nd-generation AirTag, which is visually identical to the original model but adds a larger speaker and better tracking. Then it delivered iOS 26.2.1, iPadOS 26.2.1, and watchOS 26.2.1 to support the new accessory. Finally, Apple also announced the 2026 Black History Month Apple Watch band.
  But even if you don’t have an iOS 26 iPhone and have no intention of buying a new AirTag, Apple has someth
  
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• Intel’s latest chip proves again that Apple made the right decision

  27-01-2026 13:15 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  In case you didn’t know, Intel has been having a rough time. But they’re taking steps in the right direction. Most recently, they made a major announcement at CES 2026, revealing their new Panther Lake chip for laptops.Our sister publication, PCWorld, got its hands on an Asus ZenBook Duo laptop outfitted with a Core Ultra X9 388H Panther Lake chip and ran several benchmarks. The results are encouraging for Windows users. But this is Macworld, and we’re interested in ho
  
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• Does Tim Cook even care about Apple’s image anymore?

  27-01-2026 12:30 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Apple, traditionally, has been known for great message discipline. We might not have always liked its message, and its message was sometimes pretty glad-handed, but it was usually consistent.What happened with that?One event that occurred over the weekend really puts how Apple is at odds with itself into stark contrast.Based on who he likes to hang out with on a Saturday night, one wishes Apple CEO Tim Cook were a bit more of a homebody. The day that ICE agents killed another U.S. citiz
  
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• AirTag 2 is a missed opportunity for a reboot

  27-01-2026 12:30 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  The new AirTag, announced earlier today, does the same things as the first one, but it does them a little better. It has a longer Precision Finding range and a louder speaker. This sounds good, and certainly isn’t unwelcome. The problem is what hasn’t changed.We gave the 2021 AirTag a solid review because it did its job well. The design was slimline and unobtrusive, tracking was effective and easy to use, and the price was right. It was an excellent Bluetooth tracker embodyi
  
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• Journey ALTI Lift Review: A smart desk mat with 15W Qi2 wireless charging

  27-01-2026 11:46 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldAt a glanceExpert's RatingProsFully adjustable 15W iPhone chargerTwo different surfacesCharging mat can be attached left or rightHidden place for notesConsNo power supply includedNot for open-desk officesOur VerdictThe stylish Journey ALTI Lift Wireless Desk Mat not only creates a calm and uncluttered workspace in the home or office that looks and feels great but is also a handy fast charging station for your favorite Apple devices.Price When Reviewed
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• The Mac mini is at the center of the latest AI meme

  27-01-2026 11:30 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  I may be a middle-aged man, but I’ll admit that I appreciated the nonsensical, non-sequiturness of the whole 67 meme. It was funny, though I wasn’t enthralled with it like the young kids of today. But that’s cool, let them have their meme!But now there’s a meme that I’m totally gung-ho for, like kids chanting “6-7! 6-7!” This one involves, of all things, the Mac mini, and, of all things, AI. Clawdbot is a free, open-source AI assistant that anyo
  
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• Still using old Windows? Fix that with Windows 11 Pro while it’s only $10

  27-01-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  TL;DR: Windows 11 Pro is just $9.97 through Feb. 1, giving your PC a faster, more secure OS with Copilot AI and pro-level features for a one-time payment.Running an outdated version of Windows is like driving with the check-engine light permanently on—things still work, but not well. Right now, there’s an easy fix: upgrade to Microsoft Windows 11 Pro for just $9.97 (MSRP $199), and give your PC a faster, smarter, more secure operating system before this d
  
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• Apple updates iOS 12 to extend iMessage and FaceTime support on older devices

  27-01-2026 02:41 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple has released iOS 12.5.8 for a small group of older iPhones, iPads, and the iPod touch, containing an important update for devices that can’t upgrade to modern versions of iOS. Here are the details.more…
  
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• You can now use apps like Slack, Figma, and Canva directly inside Claude

  27-01-2026 02:13 via 9to5mac.com
  From drafting Slack messages to updating project timelines on Asana, Claude now lets you work inside connected apps without ever leaving the chatbot. Here’s how it works.more…
  
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• AirTag 2: Three tidbits you might have missed

  27-01-2026 02:11 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple today announced its second-generation AirTag, bringing major improvements to the incredible popular item tracker. Here are three things you might have missed.more…
  
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• Apple TV adds Richard Gere to upcoming limited series with Jessica Chastain and Ben Stiller

  27-01-2026 00:20 via 9to5mac.com
  As reported by Deadline, Gere will join Chastain and Stiller on “The Off Weeks”, an eight-part limited series to be directed by Michael Showalter (The Dropout). Here are the details.more…
  
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