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• These are the best new MacBook Air and MacBook Pro deals in February

  07-02-2026 23:28 via 9to5mac.com
  If you’re looking to kick off the new year with a new MacBook, now’s a fantastic time to buy. In recent years, Macs have become more and more affordable – largely in part because of Apple’s transition to Apple Silicon. These MacBooks are also more capable than ever.Apple’s latest macOS Tahoe update also dropped support for practically all Intel Macs (with some small exceptions). If you’d like to stay on the latest and greatest Apple software, nows a fitting ti
  
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• Indie App Spotlight: ‘WatchFit’ lets you make custom workouts for your Apple Watch

  07-02-2026 21:30 via 9to5mac.com
  Welcome to Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you’re a developer and would like your app featured, get in contact.If you’re an avid Apple Watch user, you might find yourself wanting more workout choices than what the Workout app can offer you. WatchFit bridges that gap, allowing you to build custom, structured workouts to your choosing.more…
  
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• Apple Testing Two Major iPhone 18 Pro Camera Upgrades

  07-02-2026 21:26 via macrumors.com
  Apple is actively testing two major rear camera improvements for the iPhone, according to a reputable leaker.
  The Weibo user known as "Digital Chat Station" claims that Apple is testing a new main camera for the ‌iPhone‌ with a variable aperture. A variable aperture allows the camera to adjust the amount of light that reaches the sensor. This means that in dark environments, the aperture can be opened to receive more light, while in light environments, it can be closed to prevent over-
  
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• Apple Shows Off a Key Reason to Upgrade to the iPhone 17

  07-02-2026 18:26 via macrumors.com
  Apple today shared an ad that shows how the upgraded Center Stage front camera on the latest iPhones improves the process of taking a group selfie.
  "Watch how the new front facing camera on iPhone 17 Pro takes group selfies that automatically expand and rotate as more people come into frame," says Apple. While the ad is focused on the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max, the regular iPhone 17 and the iPhone Air have the same Center Stage front camera with this functionality.Apple provided more d
  
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• Apple will introduce these key Messages app upgrades very soon, here’s what they are

  07-02-2026 17:22 via 9to5mac.com
  Last year, Apple confirmed that it’d be supporting end-to-end encryption with RCS in a future software update. At the time, iOS 18 was still the latest version of iOS – thus implying that the upgrade would come as part of the next round of software – iOS 26.So far, end-to-end encryption is yet to ship. That’s not the only thing though. The upgrade to end-to-end encryption would’ve also necessitated other major upgrades to the RCS protocol, and as of iOS 26.3 RC, it&
  
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• Get $100 Off Apple Watch Series 11 on Amazon, Available From $299

  07-02-2026 16:46 via macrumors.com
  Amazon this weekend has all-time low prices on the Apple Watch Series 11, with $100 discounts across numerous models of the smartwatch. This time around, we're tracking these record low prices on nearly every aluminum model.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.You can get the 42mm GPS Apple Watch Series 11 for $299.00, down from $399.00, and the 46mm GPS model for $329.
  
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• Top Stories: iOS 26.3 and 26.4 Features, Foldable iPhone Details, and More

  07-02-2026 15:00 via macrumors.com
  The iOS 26.3 release looks to be right around the corner with a highly anticipated iOS 26.4 update following right behind, so Apple software rumors were big in the news this week.
  Hardware wasn't left out, however, as we're still awaiting a few early-year launches like the M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro, while we're also looking further down the road at major new products coming later in the year like the first foldable iPhone, so read on below for all the details on these stories and more!Top St
  
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• Hands-on: This charger makes fast Qi2.2 25W wireless charging more affordable for your iPhone

  07-02-2026 15:00 via 9to5mac.com
  A few months back, I reviewed Kuxiu’s X40 Turbo. It was one of the first chargers to bring us the new Qi2.2 25W charging speeds. It came in an awesome cosmic orange color to match the new iPhone 17 Pro, was super compact, and also charged my Apple Watch and AirPods. That charger became a mainstay in my travel pack. But now Kuxiu has introduced its new X55 Turbo charger, a more budget-focused option that delivers nearly the same core experience at a more competitive price point. The biggest
  
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• Apple @ Work: Platform SSO is the single most important technology Apple has introduced for the enterprise

  07-02-2026 15:00 via 9to5mac.com
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• This week’s top stories: iPhone Fold specs, MacBook Pro rumors, more

  07-02-2026 13:00 via 9to5mac.com
  Welcome to 9to5Mac’s top stories of the week, where we recap the biggest news in the Apple world every Saturday. This week, we have new iPhone Fold rumors, CarPlay expectations, and an Apple all-hands meeting. Plus, our usual slate of new podcast episodes, opinion pieces, and much more. Read on for all of this week’s top stories.more…
  
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• The mini smartphone minimalists have been waiting for is $100

  07-02-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
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  TL;DR: A tiny but powerful 4G Android smartphone that fits anywhere, works everywhere, and costs way less than you’d expect.Smartphones keep getting bigger, heavier, and harder to ignore—until now. The NanoPhone Pro flips the script by packing full smartphone functionality into a device that’s about the size of a credit card. Yes, it’s real. And yes, it actually works (and it’s on sale).Despite its ultra-small footprint, NanoPhone Pro co
  
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• The 10TB lifetime cloud storage deal that pays for itself ends tomorrow

  07-02-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
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  TL;DR: Grab a 10TB lifetime cloud storage plan at $269.97 before the price goes back up after tomorrow, February 8 (MSRP $2,900).Most cloud storage plans quietly charge you over and over again for the same space. This one flips that model on its head, offering enough storage for years of photos, projects, and backups with a one-time commitment that’s only available for a little longer.The 10TB plan is perfect for most users who never want to run out of space, a
  
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• 9to5Mac Overtime 058: Give me your phone

  07-02-2026 01:27 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple releases iOS 26.3 RC, Jeff plays with Moltbot on his Mac mini, Fernando gets his iPhone’s screen fixed, Jeff laments what it’s like to use Apple Pay at drive thrus, why Apple should add native screen sharing from the iPad back to the Mac, and Fernando gets a new MacBook Pro and considers switching to Final Cut Pro.9to5Mac Overtime is a weekly video-first podcast exploring fun and interesting observations in the Apple ecosystem, featuring 9to5Mac’s Fernando Silva &
  
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• 9to5Mac Daily: February 6, 2026 – Tim Cook’s all-hands meeting, more

  07-02-2026 00:52 via 9to5mac.com
  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 Stuff: Stuff helps you get everything out of your head and into a simple, elegant system—closing open loops and reducing mental stress. Use code 9TO5 at checkout for 50% off your first year.more…
  
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• Why Apple's iOS 26.4 Siri Upgrade Will Be Bigger Than Originally Promised

  07-02-2026 00:06 via macrumors.com
  In the iOS 26.4 update that's coming this spring, Apple will introduce a new version of Siri that's going to overhaul how we interact with the personal assistant and what it's able to do.
  The iOS 26.4 version of ‌Siri‌ won't work like ChatGPT or Claude, but it will rely on large language models (LLMs) and has been updated from the ground up.Upgraded Architecture
  The next-generation version of ‌Siri‌ will use advanced large language models, similar to those used by ChatGPT, Cl
  
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