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• Logitech Pop programmable buttons get HomeKit support

  18-04-2017 22:11 via macworld.com
  
  I have some HomeKit lights and smart plugs in my house, but I have to put them in low-traffic areas because I am the only member of my family who’s both willing and able to use an iPhone or an Apple Watch to turn on a lamp. Everyone else insists on using their hands. So old fashioned.Logitech to the rescue. The company announced Monday it was adding HomeKit support to a new version of the Pop, a small button you can program to act as a light switch or trigger a HomeKit scene. If I place a
  
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• iOS 26.4 beta 4 is out now with new emojis

  09-03-2026 21:45 via macworld.com
  
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  After Apple released iOS 26.3 last week, we were anticipating the first beta release of iOS 26.4 with bated breath. That’s because rumors for the better part of a year have pointed to this update as the one to bring the revamped Siri that has been expected since 2024. However, a rumor last week dampened those expectations considerably. Now it’s unclear if the 26.4 updates will have any of the “new Siri” at all, while some of its major features get pushed back.Sti
  
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• 16-inch MacBook Pro (M5 Max) review: Ultra speed with shocking reads

  09-03-2026 21:00 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldAt a glanceExpert's RatingProsOutstanding overall speedDrastic SSD speed improvementWi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6 upgradesConsNo cellular connectivity optionIncremental CPU improvement over M4 MaxHigher starting pricesOur VerdictIf you want Apple’s best laptop and money is no object, it’s the M5 Max MacBook Pro. It’s fast, it has a great-looking display, and it features a distinguished design. The boosted SSD speed is an excellent improvement that power users will appreciate
  
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• The iPad deals keep coming: Now you can get a 5G iPad Air for $699

  09-03-2026 19:02 via macworld.com
  
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  There’s a new iPad Air around, but the upgrade isn’t all that worth it, especially since you can get the M3 version on sale. The 11-inch iPad Air M3 is now down to $699, a savings of $150 and the lowest price we’ve ever seen.It might have Apple’s older M3 chip, but this iPad Air still delivers just the right level of performance. In our review, we gave the tablet a 4-star rating and our Editors’ Choice award, finding that it has a great display, fantastic b
  
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• ‘Refreshed’ colors reportedly coming to the iMac this year

  09-03-2026 18:46 via macworld.com
  
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  Apple unveiled a flurry of new products last week sporting a few new colors, including a pink iPhone 17e and a citrus-flavored MacBook Neo. Those hoping to see a colorful new Mac desktop, however, will have to wait until later in the year. But it looks like iMac fans are in for a treat.“The 2026 Mac lineup is taking shape,” writes Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman in the latest edition of his Power On newsletter. “Up next are upgraded Mac Studios (I expect these around th
  
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• Steve Jobs would have loved MacBook Neo

  09-03-2026 17:54 via macworld.com
  
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  On the face of it, it might seem that Apple’s new MacBook Neo is a chronically underpowered device. After all, it runs on an A18 Pro chip that was originally designed for mobile phones, not for computers, so you might reasonably feel that it’ll struggle to be up to the task when it comes to MacBook usage.The thing is, if the chip were made by anyone other than Apple, you might be right. But Apple’s chips are so efficient that using a mobile processor in a laptop almost
  
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• iPhone 17, 17e, Pro Max & iPhone Air best deals – Compare prices now

  09-03-2026 17:42 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldBest iPhone 17, Pro, Max and Air deals: Updated March 9, 2026In the U.S. you can get some savings on unlocked iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max at Apple’s Refurbished store. See below for the best carrier deals on the newer iPhones.U.K. shoppers can get discounts on the current generation of iPhones, with savings to be had on the iPhone Air:iPhone Air 256GB: £200 off at Amazon U.K.In September 2025 Apple launched the iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max and the iPhone Air. Then, in March
  
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• Best MacBook Pro deals: Best prices for M5, M5 Pro & M5 Max

  09-03-2026 17:06 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldBest MacBook Pro deals available now: Updated March 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:Today’s best MacBook Pro deals: U.S.
  Amazon, 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro (512GB/16GB RAM): $1,549 ($50 off, WAS $1,599) ClearanceAmazon, 14-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pro (512GB/24GB RAM): $1,799 ($200 off, WAS $1,999) ClearanceApple Refurbished, 14-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pro (1TB/24GB
  
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• Apple’s adorable Finder guy has broken the internet

  09-03-2026 16:06 via macworld.com
  
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  In just two days, the MacBook Neo will usher in a new era for Apple. For the first time ever, it will have a computer aimed at kids on a budget, and Apple Stores everywhere are sure to be mobbed with people who want a look at the new machine.Nothing introduces a new era better than a whole new marketing scheme. At the same time Apple announced the MacBook Neo, it also began posting TikTok videos clearly aimed at Gen Z and Gen Alpha kids who have probably never owned a Mac. The videos ar
  
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• Apple floods TikTok with ‘brain rot’ videos

  09-03-2026 14:50 via macworld.com
  
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  Apple has posted a flurry of TikTok videos following the launch of the MacBook Neo last week, and they’re pretty bizarre. In fact, anyone older than Gen Alpha may find them entirely incomprehensible.Apple has been on TikTok since April 2020, but you wouldn’t know it to look at the company’s account. It has a policy, here and on other social media networks, of deleting all of its posts from time to time in order to clear the decks for a major launch, and there are curre
  
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• UPerfect UColor O2 16-inch 3K OLED portable monitor review: Gamer specs on lightweight screen

  09-03-2026 13:48 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldAt a glanceExpert's RatingPros3K (2880 x 1800 at 120Hz) OLED displayLightweight Integrated folding travel cover and stand16:10 screen ratioConsNo pass-through chargingOur VerdictIf superior color accuracy and clear visual effects are your requirement, this 16-inch 3K OLED offers you a lot of top spec for such a portable display.Price When Reviewed
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• Apple-hating tech bros are lying to you

  09-03-2026 13:21 via macworld.com
  
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  Before Apple unveiled the MacBook Neo on Wednesday, the consensus online was that it would cost too much. Following the shuffling of the MacBook Air lineup on Tuesday, it became clear that the Neo would slide under the Air’s previous $999 slot, maybe $700, but probably $800. It was already declared DOA.Apple instead released a $599 laptop ($499 for students) with 256GB of storage, 8GB of RAM, Magic Keyboard, multi-touch trackpad, 1080p webcam, Spatial Audio speakers, and a gorgeou
  
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• MacBook Neo makes me want an iPhone Neo

  09-03-2026 11:30 via macworld.com
  
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  In the past I’ve wondered whether Apple is even able, let alone willing, to make and sell a genuinely cheap product. In the flurry of announcements last week, notably the launch of the MacBook Neo and iPhone 17e, I feel like I got my answer. It’s absolutely able, but more often than not, Apple simply isn’t willing.Let me begin by saying that I haven’t tried either product yet, and my opinion may change once I’ve got them into the testing labs. This isn&rsqu
  
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• Stop using mid productivity apps—Office for Mac is just $30

  09-03-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
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  TL;DR: Skip the frustrating free productivity apps and grab Microsoft Office Home & Business 2019 for Mac for $29.97 while this limited-time deal lasts.There’s a moment when most Mac users realize those free office apps just aren’t cutting it anymore.Maybe a spreadsheet breaks formatting, a document won’t export correctly, or a presentation suddenly looks completely different on someone else’s computer. That’s usually the moment people re
  
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• iPhone Fold design leaks in purported 3D CAD rendering files

  09-03-2026 04:22 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple is expected to announce an all-new iPhone with a foldable display later this year. Ahead of the unveil, Sonny Dickson has shared what looks like 3D CAD rendering files of the rumored iPhone Fold design.more…
  
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• Tim Cook says Apple at 50 is ‘in a party of one’ that can’t be replicated

  08-03-2026 21:33 via 9to5mac.com
  David Pogue, author of the new book Apple: The First 50 Years, interviewed Apple CEO Tim Cook for CBS’s “Sunday Morning” program ahead of the company’s upcoming 50th anniversary.
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• Apple Planning 'MacBook Ultra' With Touchscreen and Higher Price

  08-03-2026 16:05 via macrumors.com
  Apple is planning to launch an all-new "MacBook Ultra" model this year, featuring an OLED display, touchscreen, and a higher price point, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports.Gurman revealed the information in his latest "Power On" newsletter. While Apple has been widely expected to launch new M6-series MacBook Pro models with OLED displays, touchscreen functionality, and a new, thinner design in the fourth quarter of 2026 for some time, Gurman today turned that rumor on its head with the suggestion
  
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• Apple Hoping to 3D-Print More Products

  08-03-2026 15:40 via macrumors.com
  Apple is hoping to 3D-print aluminum device enclosures in the future, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
  In today's "Power On" newsletter, Gurman revealed that Apple is pushing to move to 3D-printed aluminum enclosures for for future devices. The MacBook Neo relies on a new aluminum manufacturing process that saves as much metal as possible to drive down costs and speed up production.3D-printing aluminum enclosures would similarly enable Apple to save material and increase efficiency. The pro
  
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• MacBook Neo 2 Could Feature Touchscreen

  08-03-2026 15:35 via macrumors.com
  Apple's second-generation MacBook Neo will launch in 2027 and could feature a touchscreen, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.
  Apple this week announced the ‌MacBook Neo‌, an all-new entry-level Apple laptop that starts at $599, with education pricing at $499. The ‌‌MacBook Neo‌‌ is designed to compete with lower-cost Windows laptops and Chromebooks, while expanding the Mac lineup with a substantially more affordable option.Unlike every other Apple silicon Mac, the &
  
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• Apple Watch Series 11 Hits All-Time Low Prices on Amazon With $100 Off Nearly Every Aluminum Model

  08-03-2026 15:18 via macrumors.com
  Amazon this weekend has all-time low prices on the Apple Watch Series 11, with $100 discounts across numerous models of the smartwatch. We first started tracking the return of these deals last month, but this sale has now expanded with many more options on both 42mm and 46mm GPS models.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 f
  
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• Apple 'HomePad' to Offer Magnetic Snap-to-Wall Feature and More

  08-03-2026 14:30 via macrumors.com
  Apple's upcoming "HomePad" will offer a magnetic snap-to-wall feature and more, according to the leaker and prototype collector known as "Kosutami."
  In a new post on X, Kosutami said that one of the HomePad prototypes features a MagSafe-like snap-to-wall capability, along with doorbell integration. It is said to be heavily reliant on Apple Intelligence. They apparently saw this prototype in person.Apple has reportedly been working on the device for several years, with the aim for it to serve as
  
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• Apple Still Has More New Macs Planned for 2026

  08-03-2026 14:15 via macrumors.com
  Apple is planning more Mac refreshes for the rest of the year, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman writes.In the latest edition of his "Power On" newsletter, Gurman said that, following the introduction of the M5 MacBook Air, M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro, and ‌MacBook Pro‌, Apple is preparing for further Mac refreshes to complete the 2026 lineup.These include an upgraded Mac Studio, which Gurman expects to arrive in the middle of 2026, followed by new iMac and Mac mini models. While the new &zwnj
  
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• Apple Could Launch Three New 'Ultra' Devices This Year

  08-03-2026 14:01 via macrumors.com
  Apple is planning to launch at least three new "Ultra"-class devices this year, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
  Writing in this weekend's "Power On" newsletter, Gurman explained that while the low-end of Apple's product lineups are now well-served by the Apple Watch SE, iPad 11, and MacBook Neo, there is "a more significant shift underway" toward higher-end, "Ultra" devices. Apple is planning to launch at least three such devices this year:iPhone Ultra: With a ~$2,000 price tag, large inne
  
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• MacBook Ultra? Apple still expected to release an even bigger MacBook Pro update this year

  08-03-2026 13:52 via 9to5mac.com
  This week, Apple unveiled MacBook Pro models that run on the newly announced M5 Pro and M5 Max chips. The new Macs are available for pre-order now and hit stores on Wednesday, March 11. For that reason, it may come as a surprise that Apple is still expected to release an even bigger MacBook Pro update — possibly a MacBook Ultra — in 2026.more…
  
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• Apple planning new 3D-printed aluminum chassis for iPhone and Apple Watch: report

  08-03-2026 13:41 via 9to5mac.com
  With the Apple Watch Ultra 3, Apple introduced a new 3D-printing manufacturing process for the titanium shell – allowing the company to save on raw materials, improve on cost, and use 100% recycled titanium powder. The company also uses 3D printing for the titanium version of the Apple Watch Series 11, as well as the USB-C port on iPhone Air.Now, the company is looking to expand that process to aluminum – allowing most Apple Watch shells to be 3D printed. Further ahead, it may even c
  
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• 2026 iMac Rumored to Come in New Colors

  08-03-2026 13:40 via macrumors.com
  Apple's upcoming 2026 iMac will be available in a refreshed selection of colors, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports.
  In today's "Power On" newsletter, Gurman said that the next ‌iMac‌ will feature a new selection of colors. This could be the first true refresh of the device's color options in five years.The ‌iMac‌ redesign introduced in 2021 uses a distinctive two-tone color design, where the color appears differently on the front and back of the machine. The rear aluminum enclo
  
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• Apple planning ‘new colors’ for iMac update this year

  08-03-2026 13:25 via 9to5mac.com
  Since introducing the current iMac design in 2021, Apple has upgraded the chip inside twice while refreshing the colors just once. It sounds like that will change later this year.more…
  
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• Today only: this lifetime AI workspace is 87% off

  08-03-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
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  TL;DR: 87% off today only — Get access to multiple top AI models in one platform with a single payment.Trying different AI tools often means managing several subscriptions at once. One service for writing, another for images, and another for research, each with its own monthly bill. The 1min.AI Advanced Business Plan Lifetime Subscription simplifies that setup by bringing multiple AI capabilities into one workspace, and it’s $69.97 today (87% off).In
  
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• This Apple iPad is under $100 right now

  08-03-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
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  TL;DR: Get a refurbished Apple iPad (2019) 7th Gen for $94.99 (regularly $199.99) and enjoy a reliable tablet for streaming, browsing, and travel.A good tablet doesn’t need to cost hundreds of dollars, especially if you’re just looking for something reliable for everyday tasks. Right now, the refurbished Apple iPad (2019) 7th Gen with 32GB of storage is available for $94.99 (regularly $199.99), making it an affordable, no-frills tablet.With summer tr
  
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• Apple’s upcoming Mac desktops may cost more, but not for the reason you might think

  08-03-2026 00:25 via 9to5mac.com
  This week, Apple unveiled a plethora of new Macs with M5 chips – and it revealed an interesting new trend. More base storage, but at slightly higher prices. This impacted the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro.At the moment, M4 versions of the Mac mini, Mac Studio, and iMac still remain with their old pricing lineup – but that’s likely to change with the M5 lineup.more…
  
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