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• Apple issues final warning to Home app users

  04-02-2026 18:11 via macdailynews.com
  Apple’s Home app
  Apple introduced a more reliable and efficient Home architecture in 2022, and the deadline to upgrade is now rapidly approaching.
  This week, Apple sent customers a final reminder via email: upgrade your Home app by February 10, 2026, to avoid problems.
  Failing to upgrade may cause:• Issues with accessories and automations• Complete loss of access to your smart home through the Home app
  Additionally, non-upgraded users will miss out on:• Newer
  
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• These 2025 iPads just dropped under $400

  06-02-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  TL;DR: Pick up an iPad 11 on sale for only $370 (reg. $499).The global RAM shortage is causing tech prices to rise across the board, but refurbished prices are still staying low. This 2025 iPad 11 is in near-mint condition, but because it’s technically a refurb, it only costs $369.99 instead of $499.This iPad 11 has an A16 chip with a 5-core CPU, 4-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine, so it can handle multitasking, 4K video editing, and everyday apps witho
  
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• Pay for MS Office once and use it forever on your Mac (+ save 77%)

  06-02-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  TL;DR: This is Microsoft Office for Mac the old-school way: one $50 payment (MSRP $219), lifetime access, no monthly fees.There are two kinds of Mac users: those who live inside Word, Excel, and PowerPoint—and those who quietly resent paying a monthly fee just to keep using them. If you’re in the second group, this deal is for you.Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 for Mac delivers the classic Office experience with a one-time purchase instead
  
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• Apple releases watchOS 11.6.2 to fix emergency services bug in Australia

  06-02-2026 00:57 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  If you haven’t updated to watchOS 26 yet, and you live in or plan to visit Australia, you should grab the new watchOS 11.6.2 update right away.The release notes only say “This update provides important bug fixes and is recommended for all users.”
  Apple has clarified that the actual bug fixed is a cellular network issue on Series 6, Series 7, Series 8, Series 9, Series 10, SE 2, Ultra, and Ultra 2 that affects their ability to connect to emergency services in Australia.
  
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• Apple Reportedly Scaling Back This Long-Rumored iOS 27 Feature

  06-02-2026 00:32 via macrumors.com
  iOS 27 will no longer include a long-rumored feature known as Apple Health+ inside Apple, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
  Apple Health+ was supposed to be a virtual health coach that could give users AI-powered health recommendations in the Apple Health app, based on their personal health data, the report said. The feature would have provided users with detailed health reports, videos that explained medical conditions and offered wellness tips, and more."The major new service would have co
  
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• Apple Arcade in February: Civilization VII and three other games

  06-02-2026 00:16 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Gaming subscription services are all the rage now, but Apple Arcade isn’t a little different from the likes of PlayStation Plus, EA Play, or Xbox Game Pass. If you’ve got questions about it, we’ve got plenty of answers.Updated February 5, 2026: There are four new games on the service this month: Civilization VII, Felicity’s Door, I Love Hue Too+, and Retrocade. We have also cleaned up our list of all Apple Arcade games, removing old titles that are no longer avai
  
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• Apple Releases watchOS 11.6.2 With an Important Fix

  05-02-2026 23:01 via macrumors.com
  Apple today released watchOS 11.6.2 for the Apple Watch Series 6 through Series 10, Apple Watch SE 2, and Apple Watch Ultra and Ultra 2.
  "This update provides important bug fixes and is recommended for all users," says Apple.watchOS 11.6.2 will only appear on Apple Watch models that have not already been updated to watchOS 26 or later. There are no specific details available yet beyond Apple's vague release notes, so it is unclear what exactly the update includes.Update: Apple says watchOS 11.6.
  
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• EU Spares Apple Maps and Apple Ads

  05-02-2026 22:10 via macrumors.com
  The European Commission today said it found that Apple Maps and Apple Ads should not be designated as "gateways" under the EU's Digital Markets Act.
  In a press release, the European Commission said that Apple Maps and Apple Ads are not big enough individually to qualify as "important gateways between business users and end users," and therefore the platforms will not be subject to stricter regulations. This follows an investigation that began in late November."This assessment is based on a numbe
  
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• Tim Cook Teases Plans for Apple's Upcoming 50th Anniversary

  05-02-2026 21:54 via macrumors.com
  Apple turns 50 this year, and its CEO Tim Cook has promised to celebrate the milestone. The big day falls on April 1, 2026.
  "I've been unusually reflective lately about Apple because we have been working on what do we do to mark this moment," Cook told employees today, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. "When you really stop and pause and think about the last 50 years, it makes your heart sing. It really does. I promise some celebration."Apple was founded on April 1, 1976, so the company will
  
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• Apple CEO Tim Cook Promises to Lobby U.S. Government on Immigration

  05-02-2026 20:34 via macrumors.com
  In an all-hands meeting with employees today, Apple CEO Tim Cook promised to lobby the U.S. government on immigration, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
  Cook said he is "deeply distraught" with the U.S. government's current approach to immigration, and he promised to make his voice heard on the matter, the report said."For as long as I can remember, we have been a smarter, wiser, more innovative company because we've attracted the best and brightest from all corners of the world," Cook told
  
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• iPhone 17e and iPad 12 Features and Release Date Rumors Surface in Two New Reports

  05-02-2026 19:44 via macrumors.com
  Japanese blog Mac Otakara today shared some alleged details about the iPhone 17e and iPad 12, which are both expected to be released within the next few months.
  In February 2025, Apple discontinued the iPhone SE and released a new entry-level iPhone 16e. The device features a 6.1-inch OLED display, an A18 chip, Apple Intelligence, a single 48-megapixel rear camera, an Action button, a USB-C port, and more. The iPhone 17e would be the follow-up, spec-bumped model.According to the report, which ci
  
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• Apple’s M5 Ultra secret may have been spilled

  05-02-2026 19:06 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  We’ve been waiting for Apple to release the M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro for weeks, sometime after the release of macOS 26.3. Well, now that the release candidates for 26.3 are available, we should see those new MacBooks next week. But there’s another bit of intrigue: based on the code inside, some light was shed on another chip we’ve all been wondering about.According to a report by MacRumors, the iOS 26.3 release candidate includes references to the M5 Max and the M
  
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• No, Google didn’t just admit that Siri will run on its servers

  05-02-2026 18:54 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Ever since Apple and Google jointly announced a partnership to base the Siri voice assistant on Gemini tech, questions have been raised about user privacy. Apple has done its part to offer reassurance by insisting that Gemini-powered Siri will continue to run on-device or on the company’s own Private Cloud Compute (PCC) servers, rather than on infrastructure owned by Google.But doubts remain. At its triumphant Q1 earnings call late last month, CEO Tim Cook responded to a question
  
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• The M5 MacBook Pro just dropped under $1,500

  05-02-2026 18:34 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  New MacBooks are right around the corner, but if you don’t need the power or price of an M5 Max processor, the entry-level M5 is a fantastic option. And today it’s cheaper than ever: The M5 MacBook Pro is now available at B&H Photo for $1,499, a generous $300 discount and the best price we’ve ever seen. With this configuration featuring 24GB of memory and a 512GB SSD, it’s an incredible value for a machine that’s barely been on the market for a handful
  
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• iPad Demand Surges as Apple Strengthens Grip on Tablet Market

  05-02-2026 18:17 via macrumors.com
  Apple expanded its lead in the global tablet market in late 2025 as overall shipments rebounded, according to new research from Omdia.
  Global tablet shipments reportedly reached 162 million units in 2025, representing 9.8% year-over-year growth. The research firm said the strongest momentum occurred during the holiday quarter, when shipments reached 44 million units, also up 9.8% compared to the same quarter a year earlier. Omdia described the annual total as the highest shipment volume recorded
  
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• Best iPad Deals right now: iPad, iPad Air, iPad Pro & iPad mini discounts

  05-02-2026 18:03 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldBest iPad deals: updated February 5, 2026These are the deals we would recommend to our own friends and family. They are based on the best prices right now at hundreds of resellers of Apple products.Today’s best Mac mini deals: U.S.
  Amazon, 11-inch M5 iPad Pro (512GB): $1,099 ($100 off, MSRP $1,199)Amazon, 13-inch M5 iPad Pro (256GB): $1,149.99 ($150 off, MSRP $1,299)Amazon, 11-inch M3 iPad Air (256GB): $589 ($110 off, MSRP $699)Amazon, 13-inch M3 iPad Air (256GB): $779 ($110 off, M
  
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• iFixit Shares AirTag 2 Teardown, Here's What's New

  05-02-2026 17:46 via macrumors.com
  We were so busy covering Apple's earnings call last Thursday that iFixit's AirTag 2 teardown video that afternoon went under our radar until now.
  For those who have yet to watch the video, iFixit opens up the AirTag 2 and reveals what is new inside, including a redesigned speaker that is up to 50% louder than the one in the previous AirTag, according to Apple. The teardown also provides a look at the AirTag 2's second-generation Ultra Wideband chip and more.The overall design of the AirTag 2 is
  
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• Best MacBook Pro deals right now: Save on M5, M4 Pro & M4 Max models

  05-02-2026 17:26 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldBest MacBook Pro deals available now: Updated February 5, 2026These recommendations are based on the best prices right now at hundreds of resellers of Apple products. These are the best deals on MacBooks we’ve seen this week:Today’s best MacBook Pro deals: U.S.
  Amazon, 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro (1TB/16GB RAM): $1,600 ($199 off, MSRP $1,799)*Amazon, 14-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pro (512GB/24GB RAM): $1,799 ($200 off, MSRP $1,999)Apple Refurbished, 14-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pro (1TB/24GB R
  
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• What to Expect From the iPhone 18 Pro After the Latest Rumor Reversal

  05-02-2026 17:00 via macrumors.com
  While the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are not expected to launch for another seven months or so, there are already plenty of rumors about the devices.
  It was initially reported that iPhone 18 Pro models would have fully under-screen Face ID, with only a front camera visible in the top-left corner of the screen. However, the latest rumors indicate that the devices will have only partially under-screen Face ID, which will result in a narrower Dynamic Island area.Below, we have recapped 12
  
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• Formula 1 CEO teases ‘F1’ sequel at Apple TV Press Day

  05-02-2026 16:34 via macdailynews.com
  Apple scored six nominations for the 98th annual Academy Awards, including Best Picture for the acclaimed Apple Original Film F1.
  The blockbuster success of “F1,” the Joseph Kosinski-directed film starring Brad Pitt that became the highest-grossing sports movie of all time with over $631 million worldwide and earned four Academy Award nominations, has sparked widespread excitement for what comes next. During Apple TV’s 2026 press day, Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali teased the
  
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• Woot's Apple Watch Band Sale Has Solo/Braided Loops at Massive Discounts

  05-02-2026 16:00 via macrumors.com
  Woot this week is back with a massive sale on Solo Loop and Braided Solo Loop bands for Apple Watch, with prices that match the previous record low Woot deals on these bands.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Woot. 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 Solo Loop for just $14.99 ($34 off) and the Braided Solo Loop for $29.99 ($69 off). All bands in this sale are in brand new condition and come with
  
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• Best Apple Deals: Save on MacBooks, iPhones, iPads, Apple Watch & more

  05-02-2026 16:00 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldThe Best Apple deals: Updated February 5, 2026Pick up a great deal on the Apple kit you want. These are the best deals we’ve seen this week:Top 10 U.S. Apple deals
  AirPods Max: $100 off at Amazon512GB iPhone 16 Pro (unlocked) $180 off at Apple Refurbished13-inch M3 iPad Air (256GB): $110 off at Amazon13-inch M5 iPad Pro (256GB): $150 off AmazonApple Watch Series 11 (46mm): $100 off at Amazon13-inch M4 MacBook Air (512GB/24GB): $200 off at Amazon15-inch M4 MacBook Air (512GB/16GB):
  
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• iPhone Lockdown Mode is so good even the FBI can’t crack it

  05-02-2026 15:51 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  FBI tech specialists have been unable to gain access to a journalist’s iPhone because it was in Lockdown Mode, court filings reveal.As part of an investigation into the suspected leaking of classified data by a Pentagon contractor, the FBI last month raided the home of Washington Post reporter Hannah Natanson and confiscated a wide range of devices, including an iPhone 13 and two MacBook Pros. They were able to access one of the MacBooks by pressing Natanson’s fingertip on t
  
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• Latest macOS 26.3 beta code hints that new M5 MacBook Pro models are coming soon

  05-02-2026 15:26 via macdailynews.com
  According to MacRumors, the macOS 26.3 Release Candidate build released this week contains references that almost certainly point to two new M5 chips destined for the next MacBook Pro models.
  Marcus Mendes for 9to5Mac:‎More specifically, macOS 26.3 RC includes internal references to two new SoC IDs, T6051 and T6052, which are tagged with platform codes H17C and H17D.
  Based on this standard, it is likely that the T6051/H17C IDs refer to the upcoming M5 Max chip, while the T6052/H17D IDs refe
  
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• iPhone 17 Pro Max vs. Android Battery Life: New Test Reveals Winner

  05-02-2026 15:07 via macrumors.com
  A broad new smartphone test has found that Apple devices lead the industry for battery life, with the iPhone 17 Pro Max ranking as the longest-lasting phone tested and Apple tied as the top overall brand.
  CNET this week published the results of a large-scale battery-life comparison based on testing conducted throughout 2025 across 35 smartphones sold in the United States. According to the report, Apple and OnePlus ranked as the two brands with the strongest battery performance overall, based on
  
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• Apple Hoping to Outdo Rivals With Tougher Display for Foldable iPhone

  05-02-2026 13:34 via macrumors.com
  Apple is reportedly evaluating a tougher display film technology for its first foldable iPhone as it tests materials that could differentiate the durability and feel of the screen from rival devices.
  According to a new supply chain report from The Elec, Apple is evaluating transparent polyimide film as a protective layer that would sit on top of the ultra-thin glass used in the foldable display. The report says the company is currently testing two options for this outer film: polyethylene tereph
  
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• From ‘1984’ to 2026: The complete history of Apple at the Super Bowl

  05-02-2026 13:15 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  You might have heard that the biggest football game of the year is happening this Sunday (“American football” for those in the U.K.). But it’s not just about the New England Patriots versus the Seattle Seahawks–the Super Bowl is the most-watched sporting event in the U.S. as much for the commercials as for the game.Apple made what is perhaps the most memorable commercial in Super Bowl history way back in 1984. This often leads to the thought that Apple and the Su
  
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• The Super Bowl wouldn’t be super without Apple

  05-02-2026 12:30 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Computers and sports–two things that should never be appreciated together, if you accept the high-school stereotypes about jocks versus nerds. Today we live in a post-Moneyball world where nerds with computers have quantified every aspect of athletic performance. But back in 1984, who would have expected that the big winner of the Super Bowl would be… Apple Computer?But it’s true: Apple and the Super Bowl have been making milestones for decades. It’s a nerds-and
  
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• Alogic Edge 40-inch 5K2K Review: One high-res monitor that beats two

  05-02-2026 11:31 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldAt a glanceExpert's RatingPros5120 x 2160 ultrawide screenAccurate colorApple-sensitive stylingBuilt-in USB hubConsLower pixel density than standard screenOur VerdictWith its ultrawide display and greatly increased resolution and resulting pixel density, the good-looking and flexible 40-inch 5K2K Alogic Edge creates a more ergonomic alternative to having two monitors side by side, but with a similarly convenient working screen space.Price When Reviewed
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• This viral AI phone editing app is a steal for Apple users right now

  05-02-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  TL;DR: Luminar Mobile gives iPhone users pro-level photo editing tools powered by AI, without the complexity or subscription, now $19.99 for a lifetime subscription (MSRP $47.99).The latest iPhones already take phenomenal photos, but that doesn’t mean every shot comes out perfect. Lighting can be off, skies can look flat, and portraits sometimes need a little polish. That’s where Luminar Mobile comes in, offering a surprisingly powerful way to elevate your photos r
  
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