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• Bare Bones Software sunsetting TextWrangler, focusing fully on BBEdit text editor development

  02-03-2017 22:32 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Bare Bones Software announced this week it will no longer develop new versions of its free code editor app TextWrangler. While the software will continue to work barring any future show stopping bugs, Bare Bones says it won’t release updates to TextWrangler for the next version of macOS.more…
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• iOS 27 Will Reportedly Be Like Mac OS X Snow Leopard

  15-03-2026 17:42 via macrumors.com
  In his Power On newsletter today, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reiterated that iOS 27 will be similar to 2009's Mac OS X Snow Leopard, in the sense that one of Apple's biggest priorities is bug fixes for improved performance and stability.At WWDC 2008, Apple showed a presentation that said Mac OS X Snow Leopard had "0 new features," as it opted to focus on performance and stability improvements. Technically, the update did include some smaller new features, but Apple was overwhelmingly focused on bug
  
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• Apple is Aiming to Add a System-Wide Liquid Glass Slider to iOS 27

  15-03-2026 17:13 via macrumors.com
  In his Power On newsletter today, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said the latest internal version of iOS 27 does not have major Liquid Glass design changes, but there might be a new system-wide setting for precisely adjusting the look of the interface.
  iOS 26.1 lets you choose between "Clear" and "Tinted" options for Liquid Glass, with the "Tinted" look adding more opacity to user interface elements. And with iOS 27, which is expected to be released later this year, Apple might go even further.iOS 26.2
  
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• Apple's 2026 Studio Display Hits New Low Prices on Amazon at Up to $100 Off

  15-03-2026 16:50 via macrumors.com
  Apple just launched the new line of Studio Displays this month, and today Amazon has introduced the first discount on the Standard Glass model with Tilt-Adjustable Stand. You can get this Studio Display for $1,499.00, down from $1,599.00, a new all-time low price.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.Last week, Amazon had some initial launch discounts on a few Nano-Textu
  
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• MacBook Neo 2 With a Touch Screen Has Gone From Yes to Maybe to No

  15-03-2026 16:00 via macrumors.com
  A second-generation MacBook Neo with a touch screen has gone from a yes to a maybe to a no, according to rumors.
  In his Power On newsletter today, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said Apple has yet to decide whether to bring touch-screen support to any Macs beyond the next high-end MacBook Pro, which is expected to be released in late 2026 or early 2027.A touch screen would slightly increase the cost of making the MacBook Neo, which is priced as low as $499, so the laptop will likely remain without one
  
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• How to connect two or more external displays to an M1, M2, M3, M4 or M5 MacBook or Neo

  15-03-2026 15:30 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  While the higher-end MacBooks with M1/M2/M3/M4/M5 Pro and Max chips support multiple external displays, Apple’s lower-end range of MacBooks that use a standard M1 and M2 processor cannot natively connect more than one external monitor, and to do so the M3 has to have its lid closed. The MacBook Neo is also limited to just one external monitor.
  This is a massive limitation for these entry-level Macs: M1 MacBook, M2 MacBook and MacBook Neo. Apple’s M3 MacBook Air models do sup
  
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• No Major Changes to Liquid Glass Expected Across iOS 27 and macOS 27

  15-03-2026 15:22 via macrumors.com
  Apple's new Liquid Glass interface introduced across iOS 26, macOS Tahoe, and its other latest software platforms is apparently here to stay.
  In his Power On newsletter today, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said the latest internal versions of iOS 27 and macOS 27 do not have major Liquid Glass design changes. He also mentioned how Apple's new software design chief, Steve Lemay, was "a driving force" behind Liquid Glass and was "deeply involved in its development."Lemay joined Apple in 1999. He succeede
  
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• Apple sets series of global events for 50th anniversary

  15-03-2026 15:16 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  It’s been a big week for Apple. On Wednesday, it launched the MacBook Neo, its first low-cost Mac laptop. On Thursday, Tim Cook kicked off Apple’s 50th anniversary with a letter to fans. And on Friday, Alicia Keys performed a surprise set at the Apple Store in Grand Central Station to celebrate.The Apple Store was closed Thursday and Friday as Apple erected a makeshift stage. Rumors of a Keys performance began circulating a few hours before the event.Apple also announce
  
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• Protect your emails with this $50 backup tool

  15-03-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  TL;DR: Get lifetime access to Mail Backup X Individual Edition for $49.99 (reg. $179) and securely back up Gmail, Outlook, Apple Mail, and more with encrypted archives.Emails hold everything from contracts and receipts to client conversations and personal records. Yet most people don’t think about backing them up until something goes wrong—like an account issue, accidental deletion, or lost access.Well, you aren’t most people. Right now, you can get
  
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• “Almost Excel” isn’t Excel—Office for Mac is only $60 for a lifetime license

  15-03-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  TL;DR: Get Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 for Mac for $59.97 (reg. $219)—a one-time purchase that includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and OneNote.At the end of the day, those “free” productivity apps aren’t really free. Sure, they technically cost $0 upfront, but the tradeoff is usually formatting issues, missing features, compatibility problems, and way too much wasted time.Right now, you can skip those headaches and
  
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• Get the New Book 'Apple: The First 50 Years' on Sale for Launch Week

  14-03-2026 15:45 via macrumors.com
  This week, tech columnist David Pogue launched a new book called "Apple: The First 50 Years." On Amazon, you can get the new book for $39.30 in hardcover, down from $50.00, the best price we've seen so far on the book.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.The book explores the first five decades of Apple's history, including interviews with 150 key people who shaped Appl
  
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• Apple just turned an entire generation of kids into Mac users

  14-03-2026 15:00 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  For years, Chromebooks and low-cost Windows laptops have dominated the education sector for one primary reason: aggressive pricing. Some models sell for under $200, making them easy to deploy at scale. They’re also more sensible than entry-level iPads, thanks to the more mature operating systems, larger displays, built-in keyboards, and fuller feature sets. That dynamic is about to shift, however.With the new MacBook Neo, Apple is set to disrupt this longstanding formula, position
  
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• Use this $20 fancy AI photo editor to make your pics pop

  14-03-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  TL;DR: Get lifetime access to Luminar Mobile for iOS & Android for $19.99 (reg. $47.99) and use AI-powered tools to enhance skies, portraits, lighting, and more.Most smartphone cameras are powerful enough to capture great photos—but the real magic often happens during editing. The problem? Many mobile photo editing apps either charge monthly subscription fees or overwhelm users with complicated tools.Luckily, you can grab lifetime access to Luminar Mobile for ju
  
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• Mac malware beware — Moonlock’s got your back for $30

  14-03-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  TL;DR: Protect your Mac with Moonlock for just $29.99 (MSRP $54) — a one-year subscription that blocks malware, safeguards your privacy, and gives easy-to-follow security guidance.Worried about malware sneaking onto your Mac? Moonlock makes cybersecurity simple, human-friendly, and stress-free — all while keeping your Mac safe in the background. From hidden threats in old folders and mail attachments to risky network connections, this Mac-first antivirus 
  
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• Apple to Host 50th Anniversary Celebrations Around the World

  14-03-2026 05:33 via macrumors.com
  Apple today announced that it will be celebrating its upcoming 50th anniversary by hosting gatherings "around the world" throughout the month of March.
  "Each gathering highlights human creativity and ingenuity in action, and showcases the remarkable things people can do when they have the right Apple products in their hands," said Apple.17-time Grammy Award-winning music artist and producer Alicia Keys kicked off the celebrations today with a surprise performance at Apple's Grand Central store i
  
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• Apple TV: Every Academy Award winner and nominee to date

  14-03-2026 02:04 via 9to5mac.com
  As we wait for Sunday’s 98th Academy Awards, where Apple has six nominations for F1: The Movie, The Lost Bus, and Come See Me In The Good Light, here’s the complete list of every Oscar nomination and win Apple TV has ever scored.more…
  
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• Here’s Alicia Keys at Apple Grand Central for 50th anniversary experience [Gallery]

  14-03-2026 01:33 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple today held an impromptu 50th anniversary celebration at its Grand Central store, featuring renowned artist Alicia Keys. This is the first of many that’ll take place around the world, and Apple Grand Central was just the kickoff! I had the honor of getting to attend the performance, and I’ll be sharing all of my photos here.more…
  
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• Digg shuts down two months after highly anticipated return

  13-03-2026 23:12 via 9to5mac.com
  Last January, we covered the long-awaited relaunch of community platform Digg, following a months-long closed beta. Today, Digg CEO Justin Mezzell announced that the site is going offline as a result of “an unprecedented bot problem.” Here are the details.more…
  
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• 10+ New Features Coming in iOS 27

  13-03-2026 22:12 via macrumors.com
  We're only three months away from Apple's WWDC 2026 event, which will see the company unveil iOS 27. With the fully revamped version of Siri possibly delayed until September, ‌iOS 27‌ is shaping up to be the update we wanted iOS 26 to be.There will be new Apple Intelligence features, updates for the iPhone Fold, and more, with the latest rumors summarized below.Foldable iPhone Features
  Apple plans to launch the first foldable iPhone in September, a device that could possibly be called
  
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• iFixit teardown of MacBook Neo: ‘The most repairable MacBook in 14 years’

  13-03-2026 21:47 via macdailynews.com
  MacBook Neo components
  For years, MacBook repairs have typically involved battling stubborn adhesive and hard-to-reach components. The new MacBook Neo breaks from that tradition, featuring solid day-one repair manuals, easier keyboard servicing, and a battery secured in a screwed-down tray that had the entire iFixit team cheering.
  This budget-friendly machine demonstrates that affordability and strong repairability can go hand in hand.Elizabeth Chamberlain for iFixit:‎There are still eight p
  
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• Apple TV is about to kick off five weeks straight of big premieres

  13-03-2026 21:16 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple TV has had a strong start to the year thanks to popular series Shrinking, Hijack, and Monarch: Legacy of Monsters—but the next five weeks have a lot more noteworthy new premieres coming.more…
  
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• The average iPad sold for $583 last quarter: report

  13-03-2026 21:07 via 9to5mac.com
  A new report by Counterpoint Research says the average selling price of the iPad rose roughly 10% even as the broader tablet market saw shipments decline. Here are the details.more…
  
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• Apple Kicks Off 50th Anniversary With Surprise Alicia Keys Concert in New York

  13-03-2026 20:25 via macrumors.com
  Apple mysteriously shut down its Grand Central Terminal store in New York City today, and it turns out it was for an impromptu Alicia Keys concert to celebrate Apple's upcoming 50th anniversary.
  Apple quietly invited select YouTubers and members of the media (including MacRumors) to the store location, but kept the performer secret until Alicia Keys took the stage. Preparations for the concert started yesterday, with Apple setting up a stage, audio equipment, and lights, complete with Keys' sign
  
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• Good luck trying to find an M4 Mac mini

  13-03-2026 20:24 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  It’s hard enough finding a MacBook Neo in the color you want, but head over to the Apple Store this weekend, and you’re also going to have a hard time finding a Mac mini. And the same goes for Amazon, B&H Photo, and some Best Buy stores, too.A check of stock for the M4 Mac mini for 16GB of RAM and 256GB of storage shows low to no stock basically everywhere. That might be common for a new iPhone, but the Mac mini is nearly 18 months old. SWhile it’s unlikely th
  
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• Top Stories: Apple's 50th Anniversary, New and Upcoming Products, and More

  13-03-2026 19:31 via macrumors.com
  After Apple's big week of announcements, this week saw all of the new products officially become available, so reviewers and general users alike are now getting their hands on them and putting them through their paces.
  Apple also started ramping up plans for celebrating the company's 50th anniversary coming up on April 1, with Tim Cook sharing a letter addressing the milestone and the company even hosting a brief musical appearance by Alicia Keys at its Grand Central Terminal store in New York C
  
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• Adobe to pay $75 million settlement for making it too hard to cancel subscriptions

  13-03-2026 19:21 via 9to5mac.com
  Adobe has agreed to a settlement with the US Department of Justice worth $150 million, including a $75 million fee paid to the DOJ and another $75 million in free services for users.more…
  
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• Formula 1 to cancel Bahrain and Saudi Arabia races amid Operation Epic Fury in Iran

  13-03-2026 19:17 via macdailynews.com
  Still from “F1” (2025)
  Formula 1 has decided to cancel the April races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia amid Operation Epic Fury in Iran, multiple sources have told ESPN.
  The Bahrain Grand Prix had been scheduled for April 12th, followed by the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix on April 19th.
  Both nations have come under attack as part of Iran’s retaliation to recent large-scale strikes carried out by the United States and Israel against Iranian military targets.
  Nate Saunders for ESPN:‎
  
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• HomeKit Weekly: Shelly Gen4 Plug brings Wi-Fi 6, Matter, and Thread to a single smart outlet

  13-03-2026 19:11 via 9to5mac.com
  Choosing a smart plug usually feels like a gamble on which protocol will win the war. Belkin recently ended support for its Wemo line as well. Shelly has apparently decided to stop gambling and just include everything. I’ve been testing the Shelly Plug US Gen4, and it’s great! It supports Matter, Bluetooth, Zigbee, and, in a rare move for a smart home device, Wi-Fi 6. It also includes precise power metering, a feature I think is awesome for a modern smart plug.more…
  
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• Apple Grand Central retail store closed due to special activity [U]

  13-03-2026 19:04 via 9to5mac.com
  Update 3/13: The event appears to be for a special performance. Alicia Keys is the rumor. There’s a pink piano and Apple’s 50th anniversary signage.9to5Mac’s Michael Burkhardt is in attendance and has spotted Apple CEO Tim Cook. Michael also spotted a set list that contains several Alicia Keys songs.Apple Grand Central in New York City is closed today and tomorrow due to some sort of mysterious special activity.Customers visiting Apple’s retail location in Grand Central T
  
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• iFixit tears down the new MacBook Neo, likes (most of) what it sees

  13-03-2026 19:00 via 9to5mac.com
  Expectations had been running high regarding what iFixit would find when it opened up the MacBook Neo. Here’s what it revealed.more…
  
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