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• All of a sudden, Apple’s cheapest devices are a fantastic value

  04-11-2024 11:30 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  As Apple fans (and Terry Pratchett fans) know well, there’s a difference between cheapness and value for money. The lowest price isn’t necessarily the best bang for your buck. You get what you pay for, and all that.That’s an argument in favor of Apple’s product ecosystem as a whole, which consistently delivers a better user experience than those of its lower-priced rivals, but historically offers guidance within that ecosystem too. We’ve felt for some years
  
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• New malicious clipboard clone raises serious security concerns for Mac users

  02-07-2026 18:23 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Jamf Threat Labs has issued a report on new malware that users of the third-party clipboard manager Maccy need to be aware of. The malware, dubbed “PamStealer,” is distributed by malicious sites that impersonate the actual Maccy website, with downloadable files that trick visitors into thinking they are getting legitimate Maccy files.The fake files are Maccy.scpt AppleScript files, made to look like legitimate installer files and distributed on disk images. If the script is
  
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• Anthropic brings back powerful Claude Fable 5 AI model after U.S. export controls lifted

  02-07-2026 18:00 via macdailynews.com
  
  Anthropic has officially redeployed its advanced Claude Fable 5 model, making the cutting-edge AI available once again to users worldwide following the lifting of U.S. government export controls. The relaunch marks a swift return for what the company describes as its first public Mythos-class model, designed for ambitious, long-horizon tasks in coding, research, and complex knowledge work.Fable 5 is back. pic.twitter.com/9RTGUCcPHy
  — Claude (@claudeai) July 1, 2026What Happened and Why It
  
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• Upgrade your MacBook with Satechi’s 5-in-1 USB-C hub for just $25

  02-07-2026 17:34 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldSatechi USB-C Pro Hub AdapterView Deal
  Satechi’s Type-C Pro Hub Adapter is on sale for $25 at Woot, a $55 savings that shaves off almost 70 percent off the usual price. This silver hub is built specifically for MacBooks, so it matches your machine and packs the ports Apple left out.The port lineup is the best part about the hub because it transforms the two USB-C ports into a 4K HDMI output port, two USB 3.0 ports, a microSD card reader, and a Gigabit Ethernet port. That makes it p
  
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• MacPaw Moonlock review: Fast Mac antivirus that focuses on security

  02-07-2026 17:29 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldAt a glanceExpert's RatingProsExcellent malware detectionFast scanning performanceUseful built-in VPNHelpful security guidanceClean, focused interfaceConsLeaves some support files behindNo phishing website blockingNo scan time estimatesTrial requires payment informationOur VerdictMacPaw’s Moonlock succeeds by focusing on the security features that matter most instead of trying to become another bloated system cleaner. Its malware detection is fast and impressively thorough, the bun
  
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• Deals: AirPods 4 nearly 25% off, M5 iPad Pro $350 off, M4 iPad Air, Apple accessories from $15, more

  02-07-2026 17:26 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Alongside the ongoing all-time low on the 4-pack of Apple’s latest AirTag 2, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by Amazon still offering Apple’s AirPods 4 at nearly 25% off ahead of July 4th and the pre-price hike M5 iPad Pro deals still live at up to $350 off. We also have the most affordable 13-inch M4 iPad Air at $200 off and the rest of the official Apple 4th of July accessory deals from $15 – AirTag 2, Magic Keyboard, Magic Mouse, iPhone cases, Sport Band, and
  
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• Apple TV has five new movies premiering soon, here’s what’s coming

  02-07-2026 16:47 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple TV has a strong lineup of shows about to debut, kicking off with tonight’s Silo season 3 premiere. But there are five new movies on the Apple TV schedule too, here’s what’s coming.
  
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• Report reveals iPhone 18 Pro Max’s ‘exact’ battery capacity—and it’s huge

  02-07-2026 16:45 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  It may not be regarded as the flagship of the iPhone range as of this fall (that honor will transfer to the folding iPhone Ultra), but this year’s Pro Max model will have at least something to boast about: one of the biggest batteries ever to grace an iPhone. That’s if a new report is accurate, at any rate.According to a leak on social media this week, the iPhone 18 Pro Max will have a battery capacity of 5,235 mAh on the Nano SIM model and a whopping 5,425 mAh on the eSIM-o
  
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• Apple aggressively ramps up foldable iPhone ‘Ultra’ production to 10 million units

  02-07-2026 16:30 via macdailynews.com
  
  3D render claiming to depict Apple’s first foldable iPhone (image: Jon Prosser)
  Apple is doubling down on its most ambitious smartphone expansion in years, positioning itself to dominate the market even as competitors struggle with severe memory and component shortages. According to reports from Nikkei Asia and MacRumors, the company has significantly increased its production target for its first foldable iPhone — potentially branded as the iPhone Ultra — to around 10 million u
  
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• iOS 27 makes a very strong case for upgrading to a new iPhone

  02-07-2026 16:12 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Most years, major iOS updates offer the same basic feature set on new iPhones and old ones. But with iOS 27 things are different, and anyone with an iPhone 15 or older will miss out on a lot of new features. Here’s why iOS 27 makes a strong case for considering an iPhone upgrade.
  
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• Malware found spreading through sponsored ad on X

  02-07-2026 16:08 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Jamf Threat Labs, the company’s security research arm, recently shared details of a ClickFix-style attack it spotted running as a sponsored ad on the social media site X. Originating from a well-known verified account, it promoted a malicious domain under the guise of a popular Mac app.
  
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• Apple preps upgraded iPad Pro and redesigned entry-level MacBook Pro

  02-07-2026 15:00 via macdailynews.com
  
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  Apple is gearing up for one of its busiest hardware years yet in 2027, with fresh updates to the iPad Pro and a significant redesign for its more affordable MacBook Pro on the horizon. According to Bloomberg News‘ Mark Gurman, these releases will arrive in the first half of next year as part of a broader push tied to the iPhone’s 20th anniversary.
  Refreshed iPad Pro: Same Look, Bigger Performance Punch
  Apple is currently testing four new iPad Pro models slated f
  
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• Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac review: Excellent protection held back by frustrating flaws

  02-07-2026 14:21 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldAt a GlanceExpert's RatingProsExcellent malware detectionFast scan performanceVery low system impactEffective ransomware protectionGenerous 30-day free trialConsInConsistent phishing protectionChat Protection needs improvementNo scheduled scansLog export unavailableVPN requires separate subscriptionOur VerdictBitdefender Antivirus for Mac remains one of the stronger security suites available for macOS, combining excellent malware detection, fast scan performance, and minimal system impac
  
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• MacBook Pro models sharing the MacBook Ultra redesign is, and isn’t, surprising

  02-07-2026 14:16 via 9to5mac.com
  
  We’ve been hearing for a long time now that a new high-end MacBook Ultra model with a touchscreen will get a significant redesign with a slimmer form factor. The new design appeared to be one of the things that would differentiate the high-end model from the MacBook Pro.
  However, a report yesterday said that an entry-level MacBook Pro set for release early next year will have a new design in line with that of the Ultra …
  
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• Amazon forgot to raise M4 iPad Air prices–grab one for $200 off right now

  02-07-2026 14:08 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldApple iPad Air M4View Deal
  Apple raised iPad Air prices by $150 last week, but over at Amazon you can still get one for even less than the old price. You can grab Apple’s 11-inch M4 iPad Air for $559 or the 13-inch M4 iPad Air for just $749 right now. That’s not quite as low as Prime Day’s $80-$100 savings, but that was before Apple raised prices. So, now you’re saving $200 off the new MSRP and $40-$50 off the older price.This is a powerful tablet that you’l
  
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• Most Americans would ban social media for under-16s, with parents the most vocal

  02-07-2026 13:40 via 9to5mac.com
  
  A large-scale survey has shown that most Americans would support a ban social media use by children under the age of 16.The biggest supporters of the proposal were parents with kids under 18 years old, where almost two-thirds were in favor …
  
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• macOS 27 Golden Gate marks the end of built-in DVD support

  02-07-2026 13:00 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  If you’re still using DVD media on a Mac with the most current operating system, you’ll need to make arrangements soon to continue using those discs. As noted in the macOS 27 Golden Gate beta 2 release notes, the DVDPlayback framework is not in the macOS 27 Golden Gate SDK, which means that apps can no longer use it. The notes go on to say that “in a future macOS release,” Apple will remove the framework completely.That leaves the door open for the built-in DVD P
  
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• Check out all the winning shots in the 2026 iPhone Photography Awards

  02-07-2026 12:54 via 9to5mac.com
  
  The iPhone Photography Awards competition has been running now for 19 years, and the 2026 winners have just been announced.
  In addition to four overall winners, there are first place awards in a wide range of categories, including abstract, animals, architecture, children, cityscape, landscape, lifestyle, nature, and people …
  
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• Apple has all the tech needed for great Mac games. So where are they?

  02-07-2026 12:30 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  I’ve been a computer enthusiast for as long as I can remember, and that means I’ve sat on both sides of the Mac/PC aisle in my time. And in fact, right now I have both a MacBook Pro and a custom gaming PC sitting on my desk.There’s a good reason for that. I love playing games, and right now Apple simply can’t match the breadth of games available on Windows. If I want to have the most choice available for my gaming downtime—and I do—then there’s
  
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• Skip the subscriptions — this bundle gives you lifetime access to 27 Mac apps for $30

  02-07-2026 10:00 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  TL;DR: A 27-App Lifetime Mac Bundle from enSili is on sale for $29.99 (reg. $390)This 27-App Lifetime Mac Bundle gives you lifetime access to 27 native Mac apps for just $29.99. No subscriptions, no renewal fees, just software that lives on your machine forever.The bundle comes from enSili, a Mac software company that’s been building apps since 2010. Every app is built specifically for macOS, so they run smoothly and feel right at home on your Mac. Free up
  
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• Opera’s new Paste Protect feature blocks suspicious commands copied from websites

  02-07-2026 10:00 via 9to5mac.com
  
  In an update rolling out today, Opera will now automatically block potentially malicious commands copied from websites to the clipboard. Here are the details.
  
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• Macworld Podcast: How high can Apple’s prices go?

  02-07-2026 09:58 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Last week, Apple drastically raised prices for the Mac and iPad. Apple is also expected to introduce new iPhones and other products later this year with higher prices than usual. We talk about this new development and how it affects you in this episode of the Macworld Podcast. This is episode 990 with Michael Simon, David Price, and Roman Loyola.
  Watch episode 990 on YouTubeListen to episode 990 on Apple Podcasts
  
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• Apple reportedly orders 10M foldable iPhone Ultra models, which could sell for around $2500

  02-07-2026 06:24 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple plans to manufacture and sell around 10 million foldable iPhone Ultra models, according to a new report. That’s roughly a third more than the average build targets previously expected.
  
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• Apple to ask court to halt Epic Games proceedings pending Supreme Court ruling

  02-07-2026 03:52 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple and Epic Games have agreed to ask the court to temporarily postpone key deadlines in their long-running App Store dispute while Apple seeks to pause the proceedings until the Supreme Court rules on its appeal. Here are the details.
  
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• 9to5Mac Daily: July 1, 2026 – iOS 26.5.2 and Apple’s new update strategy

  02-07-2026 01:18 via 9to5mac.com
  
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• New iPad Pros and entry-level MacBook Pro coming in the first half of 2027

  02-07-2026 00:51 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  The oft-reliable Mark Gurman from Bloomberg has a few new details about the hardware Apple expects to ship in the first half of 2027.It starts with new iPad Pro models in the spring. The new models won’t be very different from the current models physically–expect 11-inch and 13-inch models with the same design, with both cellular-equipped and Wi-Fi only variants. The changes will be internal, with faster chips and perhaps vapor-chamber cooling, which Gurman says Apple has ex
  
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• Russia threatens Apple with $52 million fine over alleged app discrimination

  02-07-2026 00:30 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple is once again being required to preinstall Russian apps on devices sold in the country, or face a fine of up to $52 million. Here are the details.
  
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• Safari’s new MCP server lets coding agents inspect and debug websites

  01-07-2026 23:59 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple is introducing a new MCP server for Safari that lets coding agents inspect websites directly in the browser, giving them access to page content, console logs, network requests, screenshots, and more. Here are the details.
  
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• Apple reportedly testing new iPad Pro models and redesigned entry-level MacBook Pro for 2027

  01-07-2026 23:17 via 9to5mac.com
  
  MacBook Pro slated for as early as the first half of next year. Here are the details.
  
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• Apple actively lobbies Trump admin for approval to buy Chinese memory chips

  01-07-2026 23:00 via macdailynews.com
  
  Outgoing Apple CEO Tim Cook (left) and U.S. President Donald Trump
  Apple is actively lobbying the Trump administration for approval to purchase memory chips from blacklisted Chinese suppliers, as the company grapples with a severe global memory shortage that has already led to significant price increases across its product lineup.
  According to reports, Apple is in negotiations with ChangXin Memory Technologies Inc. (CXMT), China’s largest DRAM manufacturer, and Yangtze Memory Technologies
  
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