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• Here Are Today's Mortgage Rates on April 26, 2023: Rates Decrease - CNET

  26-04-2023 20:00
  
  Multiple major mortgage rates retreated this week. If you're in the market for a mortgage, see how your payments might be affected by inflation.
  
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• iOS 26.3 beta 2 is out now

  12-01-2026 21:29 via macworld.com
  
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  Following the release of iOS 16.2 on Friday, December 12, the first beta release of iOS 26.3 was made available to developers a few days later, on December 15. We expect a final release to the public sometime in late January or early February. This is reportedly the last minor refresh before iOS 26.4 brings the revamped Siri upgrade we’ve waited over a year to get.Update January 12: The second beta release for iOS 26.3 is out today (and the same for macOS, iPadOS, watchOS, etc.).
  
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• A case maker might have leaked the iPhone Fold design

  12-01-2026 18:50 via macworld.com
  
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  This year’s biggest Apple launch is likely to be the iPhone Fold, the company’s first ever foldable smartphone. And we’re starting to get a good idea of what to expect: last week we got our first glimpse of the device’s screen, and now you can look at its entire design. Allegedly.A Turkish manufacturer has posted to Instagram imagery of what it claims is the mold for the iPhone Fold. This means the metal cast of a device that case makers use to make sure their ca
  
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• HomePod rumors: All we know about HomePod mini 2, HomePod+screen & HomePad hub

  12-01-2026 18:39 via macworld.com
  
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  Apple’s HomePod lineup may be on the verge of its biggest shake-up since launch. A long-awaited HomePod mini 2 is rumored to be in development, potentially bringing updated internals and new colors, but it may only be the first step in a broader smart-home push.Alongside a refreshed HomePod mini, Apple is widely believed to be working on a full-size HomePod with a built-in display, designed to address long-standing usability issues by offering a touchscreen alternative to Siri.
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• Anker’s adorably portable UFO-styled triple-charging pad is half off today

  12-01-2026 18:30 via macworld.com
  
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  I don’t know about you, but I love having a way to charge all my gear in one place, especially if it doesn’t take up a ton of space. This Anker MagSafe UFO 3-in-1 charging pad is the perfect solution, esecially now that it’s half off right now. Over at Amazon’s Woot, you can get one for just $45, the best price we’ve ever seen.In one pocketable package, you get a 15W charging pad for super-fast wireless power, a fast-charging pad for your Apple Watch, and s
  
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• Apple and Google confirm Siri will be based on Gemini, but it’s bigger than that

  12-01-2026 18:20 via macworld.com
  
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  What has long been rumored has finally been confirmed: Google and Apple have issued a join statement to say that the new Siri will indeed be built on Google’s Gemini technology. But it’s not just about Siri–the partnership is bigger than that.The statement in full reads as follows:
  Apple and Google have entered into a multi-year collaboration under which the next generation of Apple Foundation Models will be based on Google’s Gemini models and cloud technology. T
  
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• Still holding onto a Monterey Mac? Here’s reason 151 to upgrade ASAP

  12-01-2026 15:18 via macworld.com
  
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  If you’re running a Mac that boots into Monterey, it’s been time to upgrade for a while. You’ve missed out on Stage Manager, iPhone Mirroring, Apple Intelligence, and the whole Apple silicon transition, not to mention new hardware features such as Thunderbolt 4, ProMotion displays, a year and a half of security updates, and the whole Apple silicon transition.But if you’ve been holding out, here’s one more reason to finally upgrade: The next Chrome update, v
  
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• The Mac mini is old enough to drink–and finally ready to embrace its identity

  12-01-2026 14:30 via macworld.com
  
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  At Macworld Expo in January 2005, miniaturization was on Steve Jobs’s mind. Since the world was in the midst of iPod fever, most of the focus was on the tiny iPod Shuffle. But 21 years ago, Apple’s CEO also unveiled one of the most notable new Macs of all time. Yes, the Mac mini is now old enough to drink.As someone who has owned many different Mac minis over the years, I’m about to extoll the virtues of Apple’s tiny, versatile Mac wonder. But even I, a noted Mac
  
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• A toast to Apple’s littlest Mac as it turns 21

  12-01-2026 13:15 via macworld.com
  
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  At Macworld Expo in January 2005, miniaturization was on Steve Jobs’s mind. Since the world was in the midst of iPod fever, most of the focus was on the tiny iPod Shuffle. But 21 years ago, Apple’s CEO also unveiled one of the most notable new Macs of all time. Yes, the Mac mini is now old enough to drink.As someone who has owned many different Mac minis over the years, I’m about to extoll the virtues of Apple’s tiny, versatile Mac wonder. But even I, a noted Mac
  
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• iOS 26’s failure shows what happens when you take customers for granted

  12-01-2026 12:30 via macworld.com
  
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  I had a good time last week digging through OS adoption data and recreating my glory days as a high-school mathematician. But the numbers are decidedly less fun for Tim Cook. According to research by StatCounter, iOS 26’s adoption rate is less than a quarter of iOS 18’s at the same time in its release cycle, and that’s bad news for the iPhone.Why aren’t people installing iOS 26? The short answer is “Liquid Glass,” since the new design language has bee
  
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• Dump the free apps—Office 2024 is worth it at this price

  12-01-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
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  TL;DR: Microsoft Office 2024 Home for Mac or PC for $119.97 (MSRP $149.99) is a pay-once, use-forever upgrade that easily beats free apps—and your patience will thank you.We’ve all tried the free apps. They’re fine, sort of. Formatting breaks, spreadsheets get weird, and suddenly that “quick document” turns into a time sink. That’s why Microsoft Office still matters—and why this one-time MS Office 2024 Home purchase is such a win.
  
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• Apple launching ‘revamped’ Health app later this year with these four upgrades

  12-01-2026 00:36 via 9to5mac.com
  Over the past year or so, we’ve heard a plethora of Health app related rumors. Tim Cook has stated that one of Apple’s largest contributions to society will be in health, and this series of upgrades will be a key part of that vision. We’ll be recapping those upgrades, and you should be seeing them on your iPhone in just a few months.more…
  
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• This new Apple Intelligence feature in iOS 26 might be one of my all-time favorites

  11-01-2026 18:50 via 9to5mac.com
  It’s been half a year since iOS 26 debuted in beta, so I’ve had quite a bit of time to sit with it. In a release with such a massive redesign, it’s easy for some of the smaller additional features to fly under the radar – but after giving iOS 26 my fair shot, I’ve come to really like one underlying feature in particular, and it has to do with screenshots.more…
  
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• iPhone 17e launching as soon as next month: Here are five upgrades to look forward to

  11-01-2026 16:29 via 9to5mac.com
  Last year, Apple introduced a new model at the bottom of the iPhone lineup, and it launched iPhone 16e. Now, the company is expected to follow up just a year later with a successor. Here’s what’s rumored.more…
  
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• This is how you upgrade to a MacBook Pro in 2026—just $400 for a limited time

  11-01-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
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  TL;DR: A powerful, near-mint MacBook Pro with 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD for $399.97 is a productivity win you don’t overthink—just grab.Let’s talk about starting the year strong. Not “new planner” strong—super affordable MacBook Pro strong.Right now, you can grab a Grade A refurbished Apple MacBook Pro (2020) for $399.97, which is a wild 74% off its original $1,580 price.This 13-inch MacBook Pro is powered by a 10th Gen Intel Core i5 proce
  
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• AirTags too bulky? Try this $24 sleek tracker card instead

  11-01-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
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  TL;DR: Keep tabs on your wallet with the MagTag Ultra Slim Tracker, now just $23.99 (reg. $59.99).AirTags are great… until you try to put them in your wallet or passport case. If you’re in the market for a sleeker option, it’s time to meet the MagTag Ultra Slim Tracker Card. This tracking device helps you keep tabs on important items, and it’s on sale now for $23.99 (reg. $59.99).Constantly losing your car keys or wallet? These everyday items are
  
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• Here are some of my favorite CES 2026 announcements for iPhone and Mac users

  10-01-2026 23:15 via 9to5mac.com
  Every January, CES takes place in Las Vegas. Given the fact that Apple themselves never partakes in CES, it’s not necessarily a super important event for me to go to. That said, it’s always fun to see what’s going on in the tech world, and also see what Apple-adjacent products are coming to market.
  I’ll be rounding up some of my favorite products that I got to see. Some of them aren’t coming to market imminently, though most of them are on the horizon.more…
  
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• Indie App Spotlight: ‘Zephy’ makes plane spotting easy, with an AirTag-style interface

  10-01-2026 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’ve ever found yourself looking into the sky and wondered “huh, that plane looks a little interesting’ – Zephy is a fun plane tracking tool that uses your iPhone’s gyroscope to show you what exactly is around you. It’s rather nifty.more…
  
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• Here’s what to expect with Siri and Apple Intelligence in the coming months

  10-01-2026 20:03 via 9to5mac.com
  In just a few short months, we should hopefully get our first look at an all new AI-infused Siri. After unveiling it over a year and a half ago, Apple’s vision for an all new Siri faced many engineering challenges – and is yet to hit users devices. That should be changing soon, though.more…
  
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• Roborock cuts $300 off its best floor cleaner in a limited-time exclusive F25 Ultra deal

  10-01-2026 16:35 via 9to5mac.com
  Roborock is launching a limited-time promotion on its latest F25 series floor cleaners, offering meaningful discounts on both the impressive flagship F25 Ultra and the more affordable F25 GT. Starting today, these deals make Roborock’s newest wet and dry cleaning technology affordable for everyone.From January 10 through January 23, the Roborock F25 Ultra is available for $300 off at $499.99. The Roborock F25 GT is also discounted, priced at $189.99 (reg. $299), from now through January 18
  
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• Apple Watch Series 11 on Sale for Record Low Price of $299 ($100 Off)

  10-01-2026 16:15 via macrumors.com
  Amazon and Best Buy this weekend have all-time low prices on the Apple Watch Series 11, with $100 discounts across numerous models of the smartwatch.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 $329.00, down from $429.00. On Amazon, you'll find four of the 42mm GPS models o
  
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• Top Stories: CES 2026 Highlights, Apple Card Moving to Chase, and More

  10-01-2026 15:00 via macrumors.com
  Even without any announcements from Apple, CES dominated tech news this week with a host of upcoming products and technologies being demonstrated at the annual expo in Las Vegas.
  Other news in the Apple world this week included official word that the Apple Card will shift from Goldman Sachs to Chase, while iOS 26 appears to be showing extremely slow adoption rates amid the controversial Liquid Glass redesign, so read on below for all the details on these stories and more!Top Stories
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• Apple @ Work: It’s time for an Apple Knowledge Base Articles API to save us from bad AI troubleshooting

  10-01-2026 15:00 via 9to5mac.com
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• Apple's MacBook Pro Turns 20 Years Old

  10-01-2026 13:00 via macrumors.com
  Today marks the 20th anniversary of the introduction of the MacBook Pro, unveiled by Steve Jobs as a "One More Thing" segment at the end of his Macworld San Francisco keynote on January 10, 2006.
  The MacBook Pro was an evolution of the previous PowerBook as the professional-level laptop in Apple's lineup, but with the shift from PowerPC chips to Intel Core chips, Apple decided to launch a rebrand. The ‌MacBook Pro‌ was initially available only in a 15-inch size, with a 17-inch model fo
  
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• Handle your own taxes with this discounted H&R Block software

  10-01-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  TL;DR: Get ahead on your taxes with the H&R Block Tax Software Deluxe and State 2025 for Windows and Mac, on sale now for $49.99 (reg. $59.99).Don’t dread your taxes this year. H&R Block Tax Software Deluxe and State 2025 simplifies the tax filing process, and it works on both Windows and Mac. Right now, you can get an online code for $10 off and get it for just $49.99.Make tax season easier with this H&R Block softwareIf you want to handle your own
  
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• Get $1,200 off a MacBook Pro while supplies last

  10-01-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  TL;DR: Kick off the new year with Apple’s most powerful laptop, the MacBook Pro, for only $299.97 (reg. $1,499).If you didn’t get what you really wanted for Christmas, now’s the time to change that. A MacBook Pro can be yours for only $299.97 — $1,200 off the usual price tag — while supplies last.Upgrade your laptop for just $300The MacBook Pro is Apple’s most impressive laptop, offering some of the brand’s best features
  
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• Mystery AI lab that poached iPhone Air designer revealed

  10-01-2026 01:10 via 9to5mac.com
  Two months after reporting that the industrial designer who introduced the iPhone Air at Apple’s September event had left for an unnamed AI company, Bloomberg has now shared details on where he went.more…
  
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• OmniOutliner 6 gets Liquid Glass support, Apple Intelligence compatibility, more

  10-01-2026 00:04 via 9to5mac.com
  Following a short beta period, The Omni Group has officially launched OmniOutliner 6.It features multiple powerful improvements and new features that will make any outlining task even more streamlined and helpful, even for the non-practicing outliners out there. Here are the highlights.more…
  
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• Amazon has big hopes for wearable AI — starting with this $50 always-listening wristband

  09-01-2026 22:48 via macdailynews.com
  The Bee is a $50 wearable that recaps your day. (Image: Amazon)
  In a January 9, 2026, Bloomberg News report titled “Amazon Has Big Hopes for Wearable AI — Starting With This $50 Gadget,” the company is positioning itself in the emerging wearable AI space following its acquisition of startup Bee.
  The article details Amazon’s integration and enhancement of Bee’s low-cost, always-listening device — a screen-free wearable (worn on the wrist or clipped to clothing)
  
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• iOS 26 adds new ‘Games’ app on iPhone, here’s what it does

  09-01-2026 22:18 via 9to5mac.com
  iOS 26 introduces two brand new apps for iPhone users, one of which is called ‘Apple Games.’ Here’s what the Games app does, including recent iOS 26.2 updates.more…
  
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