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• Father's Day gift idea: The Nix Mini 2 paint-color sensor for $75 (save $24) - CNET

  25-05-2021 15:46
  
  If Dad needs help matching or capturing colors, this cool gizmo can really help.
  
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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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• Report reveals iPhone 18 Pro Max’s ‘exact’ battery capacity—and it’s huge

  02-07-2026 16:45 via macworld.com
  
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  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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• 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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• 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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• macOS 27 Golden Gate marks the end of built-in DVD support

  02-07-2026 13:00 via macworld.com
  
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  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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• Apple has all the tech needed for great Mac games. So where are they?

  02-07-2026 12:30 via macworld.com
  
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  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
  
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  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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• Macworld Podcast: How high can Apple’s prices go?

  02-07-2026 09:58 via macworld.com
  
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  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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• New iPad Pros and entry-level MacBook Pro coming in the first half of 2027

  02-07-2026 00:51 via macworld.com
  
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  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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• 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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• President Trump’s latest financial disclosure: Billions in crypto, Apple shares, and Palantir exposure

  01-07-2026 22:29 via macdailynews.com
  
  President Donald Trump
  President Donald Trump’s most recent annual financial disclosure filing, released by the U.S. Office of Government Ethics, offers fresh insight into his vast business interests while emphasizing that President Trump is blind to the trading of his portfolio. The nearly 1,000-page document details massive crypto earnings and specific stock holdings, but structures are reportedly in place to keep him insulated from day-to-day trading decisions.
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• Apple is once again the world’s most valuable brand

  01-07-2026 22:00 via macdailynews.com
  
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  In a world where attention is the ultimate currency, a strong brand can be worth hundreds of billions. ‎OnDeck’s recent analysis of the world’s most valuable brands highlights just how powerful intangible assets like reputation, trust, and emotional connection have become.
  Using averaged valuations from Brand Finance and Interbrand (as of early 2026 data), the study shows American tech giants, led by Apple, dominating the global stage while reveali
  
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• Russia warns Apple: Comply with local software rules or face $52 million penalty

  01-07-2026 21:24 via macdailynews.com
  
  In a fresh escalation of tech sovereignty disputes, Russia’s Federal Antimonopoly Service (FAS) has issued a formal warning to Apple, demanding that the company stop what it calls discriminatory practices against Russian-developed software. The regulator is giving Apple until July 15 to ensure popular local apps — including Russian search engines and the messenger app “Max” — are properly pre-installed and promoted on iOS devices sold in the country.
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• Apple TV releases teaser for new sci-fi series ‘Neuromancer’

  01-07-2026 20:21 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple TV will expand its acclaimed slate of science fiction offerings with “Neuromancer,” a new 10-episode drama based on the award-winning novel of the same name by William Gibson. It will be created for television by Graham Roland (“Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan,” “Dark Winds”) and JD Dillard (“Devotion,” “The Outsider,” “Sleight”). A co-production between Skydance Television and Anonymous Content, “Neuromancer&rdquo
  
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• New video proves that MacBook Neo lives rent-free in Microsoft’s head

  01-07-2026 20:08 via macworld.com
  
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  Sure, the MacBook Neo is pricier than it was a few months ago, but it’s still a great deal. It’s also still a threat to the Windows PC makers, so Microsoft, which makes the operating system at the core of those cheap, flimsy laptops that compete with the Neo, has gone on the offensive. It first published a white paper that made apples-to-oranges hardware comparisons and touted the virtues of Windows (hahahahahaha).In its newest move, the Microsoft Windows X account posted a
  
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• The ultimate workout buds just hit their lowest price ever at Amazon

  01-07-2026 19:38 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldBeats Fit Pro 1st GenView Deal
  The Beats Fit Pro earbuds we love so much are down to $123.49 right now, an excellent 40 percent discount from the $200 MSRP. That’s the best price we’ve seen for these earbuds outside of a clearance Woot sale, so if you want a pair, go grab one.When the Beats Fit Pro came out, we proclaimed that these buds were better than the AirPods Pro. We gave these earbuds a clean 5-star rating and our Editors’ Choice award, as we appreciated how wel
  
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• Beats’ ultimate workout buds just hit their lowest price ever at Amazon

  01-07-2026 19:38 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldBeats Fit Pro 1st GenView Deal
  The Beats Fit Pro earbuds we love so much are down to $123.49 right now, an excellent 40 percent discount from the $200 MSRP. That’s the best price we’ve seen for these earbuds outside of a clearance Woot sale, so if you want a pair, go grab one.When the Beats Fit Pro came out, we proclaimed that these buds were better than the AirPods Pro. We gave these earbuds a clean 5-star rating and our Editors’ Choice award, as we appreciated how wel
  
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• ‘Constructive’ Siri AI meeting sparks hope for iPhone users overseas

  01-07-2026 19:26 via macworld.com
  
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  The big news at Apple’s WWDC event last month was the launch of Siri AI, an upgraded and rebranded version of its beleaguered voice assistant. The software was promptly released in beta form to a generally positive reception, and it will roll out to the general public in the fall as part of the OS 27 updates. But not every customer will get to join in.In a spiky open letter published on the same day as the announcement, Apple explained that Siri AI will be delayed for iPhone and i
  
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• Trend Micro Antivirus for Mac review: Falls short where it matters

  01-07-2026 18:29 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldAt a GlanceExpert's RatingProsAffordable introductory pricingNo-credit-card free trialStrong compressed archive scanningEffective camera & microphone monitoringDetailed CSV log exportsConsPoor malware detectionWebsite filtering frequently failsSlow full-system scansWeak phishing email protectionNon-resizable application window!)Our VerdictTrend Micro Antivirus for Mac an attractive price, a generous 30-day free trial, and useful features, including camera and microphone monitoring, s
  
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• Apple supplier Luxshare set to launch Hong Kong’s largest IPO of 2026

  01-07-2026 18:00 via macdailynews.com
  
  Luxshare Precision Industry, a key Chinese contract manufacturer for Apple, is set to make waves in Hong Kong’s equity markets with one of the year’s most anticipated listings. The company has begun gauging investor interest for a potential US$3.1 billion initial public offering (IPO), which would mark the biggest debut in Hong Kong so far in 2026.
  Luxshare, already listed on the Shenzhen exchange, is offering up to 383.5 million H-shares at a maximum price of HK$63.28 each. The sha
  
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• The best way to upgrade your M4 Mac mini is half off today

  01-07-2026 17:52 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldSatechi USB4 NVME SSD EnclosureView Deal
  If you want to expand your Mac Mini M4’s storage, you’re going to need to get creative. The Satechi USB4 NVME SSD enclosure is one way to do it, and it’s going to cost you $63 to get right now, nearly half off its $120 MSRP.The Apple Mac Mini M4 comes with a few storage options, but, as everyone knows, every upgrade is particularly expensive. This tiny device lets you expand storage quite easily, allowing you to add up to 8TB of
  
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• iCloud’s ‘Hide My Email’ might not be hiding your email after all

  01-07-2026 17:34 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  A new report by 404 Media states that Apple’s Hide My Email feature contains a vulnerability that can be used to reveal the true email address behind the one that Apple generates for you. The vulnerability, which was found by Tyler Murphy, was reported to Apple last year, and has yet to be fixed.404 Media did not disclose how the vulnerability can be used, but it did perform its own testing and verified that the actual email address behind one created with Hide My Email was uncove
  
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• Dark Cherry is coming soon: See the iPhone 18 Pro’s confirmed new colors

  01-07-2026 17:12 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  It’s iPhone leaks season again. In just a couple of months, Apple is expected to unveil three new phones: the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max, and a new foldable iPhone now rumored to be called the iPhone Ultra. But as always, one of the most important questions for buyers will be, What colors will Apple release this time?Like last year, Macworld has received information from a source familiar with Apple’s supply chain regarding the color options for the iPhone 18 lineup. We ca
  
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• Apple’s ‘Hide My Email’ feature exposes real addresses due to unfixed vulnerability reported over a year ago

  01-07-2026 17:00 via macdailynews.com
  
  Hide My Email is intended to allow users to share unique, random email addresses that forward to their personal inbox anytime they wish to keep their personal email address private.
  A significant privacy vulnerability in Apple’s popular “Hide My Email” service is allowing attackers to uncover users’ real email addresses, undermining a key feature designed to protect user anonymity online. The issue, first reported to Apple more than a year ago, remains unfixed as of this
  
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• Avast One Review: Outstanding malware and phishing protection

  01-07-2026 16:57 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldAt a glanceExpert's RatingProsExcellent overall malware protectionOutstanding Email Guard featureGood VPN featuresComprehensive security toolsConsExcessive upselling and feature fragmentation, even with Premium tier“AI Assistant” limited to basic questionsDetection gaps for some malwareSome UI and interface limitationsOur VerdictAvast One proves to be one of the best all-around security suites for Mac, offering excellent malware detection, outstanding phishing protection, and
  
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