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• Six questions you should ask before reserving a Steam Deck - CNET

  17-07-2021 00:52
  
  There's still a bit of confusion about Valve's portable gaming device.
  
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• Apple closes unlocked iPhone loophole for T-Mobile and Verizon financing buyers

  16-07-2026 23:05 via macdailynews.com
  
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  Apple has quietly shut down a popular workaround that let customers finance new iPhones through T-Mobile or Verizon while still receiving fully unlocked devices.
  For years, savvy buyers exploited a quirk in Apple’s sales process. They could stack generous carrier promotions — like massive trade-in credits or bill credits — on installment financing through Apple’s website or stores, and walk away with an iPhone that was carrier-unlocked from day one
  
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• Apple has released an update to XProtect for macOS

  16-07-2026 21:00 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple has released a new update to XProtect, its built-in malware protection tool, for all macOS versions.
  This update bumps XProtect to version 5351 (from 5347) — the first broad release since early June — and adds fresh detection rules for several threats, including the Boatload stealer family and new osascript-based malware.
  As usual, Apple provides no public details on the specific threats addressed. All users should check that the update has installed.
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• macOS 27 Golden Gate Public Beta showcases its namesake in wallpaper

  16-07-2026 20:58 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Apple used to include perfect images for dynamic wallpapers and screensavers to showcase the namesake of its Mac operating systems: a dune in the Mojave Desert (Mac OS X El Capitan); a bird’s-eye view of Catalina Island (macOS Catalina); the Big Sur coastline (macOS Big Sur). Since macOS Monterey, abstract graphics had taken the spotlight; it was not until macOS 26 Tahoe that the default wallpaper returned to nature and landscape shots.In the first two betas of macOS 27 Golden Gat
  
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• OLED iPad mini rumored for fall 2026: Apple’s compact tablet finally gets a premium refresh

  16-07-2026 20:00 via macdailynews.com
  
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  Apple is preparing a meaningful comeback for its smallest iPad. Fresh reports indicate the next iPad mini will swap its current Liquid Retina LCD for a modern OLED display, delivering the biggest visual and quality leap since the 2021 redesign.
  Bloomberg News‘ Mark Gurman suggests the OLED upgrade could land as soon as October.
  Expected Upgrades
  • Display: 8.4-inch OLED panel with superior contrast, inky blacks, and richer colors compared to the existing
  
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• All of a sudden, Apple is winning AI

  16-07-2026 19:54 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Has Apple focused too much on AI over the past few years, or not enough? It depends on who you ask. On the one hand, the topic is faddish, inescapable, and faintly apocalyptic, and I get thoroughly depressed listening to AI buzzwords at Apple events. But on the other, can the company afford to be left behind? Yeah, I know: the food’s terrible, and such small portions.It turns out, however, that Apple may have played this one exactly right. With the benefit of hindsight, the compan
  
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• Apple TV’s beloved kids series ‘Stillwater’ set to premiere all-new fifth season August 21st

  16-07-2026 19:00 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple TV has announced season five of the award-winning animated kids and family series “Stillwater,” premiering with five new episodes on August 21, 2026.
  Apple TV on Thursday announced an all-new season five of the beloved, award-winning animated kids and family series “Stillwater,” premiering with five episodes on Friday, August 21, 2026. Based on the bestselling Scholastic “Zen” book series by Jon J Muth, “Stillwater” follows a wise panda who t
  
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• Get ready, a massive iPad mini upgrade may be coming soon

  16-07-2026 18:46 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  According to a new report by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the “biggest overhaul to the iPad mini in half a decade” is coming as soon as this October. The new version of Apple’s smallest tablet includes an upgrade to an OLED display from the current IPS LCD, which would bring the image quality in line with the iPhone and the iPad Pro.The last time Apple updated the iPad mini was in 2024, when the only change was from an A15 Bionic to an A17 Bionic processor. Gurman&rs
  
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• Trump admin secures record $265 billion TSMC investment in U.S. semiconductor manufacturing, adding 4 new facilities for total of 12

  16-07-2026 18:00 via macdailynews.com
  
  In a major boost to American domestic manufacturing, the Trump Administration today announced that Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is committing an additional $100 billion in investments for advanced semiconductor facilities in the United States. This brings TSMC’s total planned investment to $265 billion — one of the largest foreign direct investments in American history.
  The announcement, made jointly by the White House and the Department of Commerce, highlights
  
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• Skip the Apple Tax and get four FindMy trackers for under $20

  16-07-2026 17:47 via macworld.com
  
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  Sure, you could pay $100 for a pack of four AirTags, but why not pay $19.97 instead? Amazon is selling four Ugreen FineTrack FindMy Bluetooth trackers for 25 percent off, the lowest price we’ve seen outside of Prime Day and other major sales. And even then, the cheapest they’ve been is $19.Despite the trackers not having the Apple logo on them, they work just fine with Apple’s Find My app. Each tag pairs with your iPhon
  
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• Apple ramps up vapor chamber orders for foldable iPhone Ultra and Twentieth Anniversary iPhone

  16-07-2026 17:00 via macdailynews.com
  
  iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max feature a thermal management system that includes an Apple-designed vapor chamber, delivering exceptional performance.
  Apple has significantly boosted its orders for vapor chamber cooling systems, primarily to support production of its highly anticipated first foldable iPhone, according to a Chinese supply chain leaker. The move also points to advanced thermal management in the company’s upcoming Twentieth Anniversary iPhone slated for 2027.
  The information comes
  
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• 2027 iPad: Everything we know about Apple’s next entry-level tablet

  16-07-2026 16:54 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Rumors about Apple’s 2027 iPads point to faster chips and potential display improvements across the range, from the iPad Air (updated in March 2026) to the Pro (last updated in October 2025). Yet for most buyers, the most important update may be coming to the most affordable model.The entry-level iPad–Apple’s cheapest tablet and the one aimed at students and families–is reportedly set to receive a performance boost that will finally enable Apple Intelligence feat
  
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• Apple’s Back to School promo doesn’t add up

  16-07-2026 16:04 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  At long last, Apple finally announced its Back to School promotion, and at first glance, it seems similar to previous years. You can get a gift card valued at up to $150 for buying a new MacBook Pro, or $100 for buying a MacBook Air, iPad Pro, or iPad Air. But when you dive into the details, you’ll see just how limiting this limited-time offer really is.First off, it’s shorter than ever. While previous sales have lasted more than three months, this year’s offer ends on
  
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• Apple Maps is getting ads, but don’t expect help when your toilet explodes

  16-07-2026 16:00 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple is preparing to introduce advertising to its Maps app in the United States and Canada this summer, but the company has drawn some distinctly Apple-style lines in the sand about who gets to advertise there.
  In a new Advertising Services policy update, Apple explicitly prohibits several ad categories from appearing in search results and Suggested Places within Maps. The banned list includes home services such as plumbing, electrical work, locksmithing, HVAC repairs, pest control, roofing, a
  
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• Take a run with these $30 earbuds, and you’ll never use AirPods again

  16-07-2026 15:01 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldJLab Go Sport+ earbudsMy favorite running earbuds cost less than $30Learn more
  I love to run, but only if headphones are there to distract me from the pain. Thumping dance music is a reliable motivator, but on quieter days, a compelling audiobook has its advantages too, keeping me on the treadmill for a little longer while I finish a particularly exciting chapter.The key was finding the right headphones. Going wireless is a no-brainer, since dangling wires can get caught on gym equipment
  
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• Apple supplier TSMC Q2 profit jumps 77% to record high, far surpassing expectations

  16-07-2026 15:00 via macdailynews.com
  
  Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), a major Apple supplier and the world’s largest contract chipmaker, has reported an outstanding second-quarter performance that underscores the relentless momentum in the artificial intelligence sector.
  According to Reuters, TSMC posted a 77% jump in second-quarter net profit on Thursday, beating market forecasts and hitting a record high, driven by surging global demand for its artificial intelligence processors.
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• Apple Maps ads won’t include plumbers, crypto, or bail bondsmen

  16-07-2026 13:55 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  We’ve known for some time that adverts are coming to Apple Maps. The leaker-analyst Mark Gurman claimed as long ago as February 2025 that Apple was exploring the idea, and it became official when the company announced its new Apple Business platform in March of this year. Now the project is becoming a reality, with the publication of rules which advertisers will need to follow.In the updated document, advertisers are told to steer clear of the usual forbidden topics: drugs, profan
  
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• Redditors solve the case of the holey Apple Watch

  16-07-2026 13:15 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Based on the experience of some people on Reddit, anyone opting for an Apple Watch with an aluminium case should perhaps bear one thing in mind: Your body chemistry can affect the durability of the watch’s case.On r/AppleWatch, Spirited-Ad-5977 posted a picture of their 6-year-old Apple Watch. The case and its holes look like Swiss cheese. Other photos show elongated gullies. The case looks damaged, but the original poster doesn’t provide any details besides the photos, aski
  
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• Mac gaming is finally getting the overpowered upgrade it deserves

  16-07-2026 12:30 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  For years, Game Porting Toolkit has occupied a strange place in Apple’s software lineup. Officially, it’s a developer tool designed to help studios evaluate how their Windows games might perform on macOS. In practice, it has also become the easiest way for enthusiasts to run Windows games that don’t have native Mac versions.I’ve been using each major version since Apple introduced the toolkit in 2023. While every update brought incremental improvements, the lates
  
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• How to save money on all Back to School tech (without buying second-rate)

  16-07-2026 12:30 via macworld.com
  
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  Every September brings the same headache: a school or university supply list that suddenly includes a laptop, tablet, or smartphone, and a household budget that hasn’t grown to match. Between rising hardware costs, global memory shortages, and kids lobbying hard for the newest device to fit in with friends, “Back to School tech” has quietly become one of the biggest line ite
  
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• Apple is giving students a $150 gift card with purchases in the Back to School Deal 2026

  16-07-2026 11:46 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Apple runs a higher education promotion every year that has traditionally been known as its “Back to School” sale. The company now refers to it as the “College Student Offer” or “Higher Education Offer” because it is only available to students in higher education and eligible education staff – not school-age children.The promotion gives eligible customers an extra incentive when purchasing qualifying products through Apple’s Education Stor
  
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• Macworld Podcast: How AI affects Apple’s chip strategy

  16-07-2026 10:12 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Apple is making major changes to its M-series chip cycle, and it’s all because of AI. In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, find out what Apple plans to do and how it affects your next Mac purchase.  This is episode 991 with Michael Simon, Jason Cross, and Roman Loyola. 
  Watch episode 991 on YouTubeListen to episode 991 on Apple PodcastsTune in to episode 991 on SpotifyGet info Click on the links below for more info on what was discu
  
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• Grab a MacBook Pro for $199.97 and keep your vacation budget intact

  16-07-2026 10:00 via macworld.com
  
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  TL;DR: Get a refurbished 2017 MacBook Pro for $199.97 (reg. $699.99) and save big on a dependable laptop that’s perfect for travel, school, or everyday use.Not every laptop has to be a cutting-edge powerhouse with a price tag to match. Sometimes you just need a dependable Mac that handles everyday life without draining your bank account.That’s exactly where this refurbished 13.3-inch Apple MacBook Pro (2017) shines. At $199.97 (reg. $699.99), you&rsq
  
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• Apple’s Emoji 18.0 update will quietly fix years of cross-platform confusion

  15-07-2026 23:05 via macdailynews.com
  
  If you’ve ever sent what you thought was a clear butterfly emoji only for your friend to see something totally different, or used a cucumber when you really meant “I’m in a full-on pickle,” Apple is about to make your iMessage life a lot smoother. The latest Unicode Emoji 18.0 release, heading to all capable Apple devices next spring, brings fresh symbols while standardizing old ones so everyone sees the exact same thing.
  Written by Jennifer Daniel (Unicode Emoji Subcomm
  
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• Lego iMac? Please don’t block it, Apple

  15-07-2026 20:54 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  If you’re a Mac fan who’s always wanted Lego to commemorate Apple’s most iconic Mac, your dream may soon become a reality. Lego recently announced that the proposal for an iMac G3 Lego brick set has officially moved to “Parking Lot” status, where the company is giving further thought to its implementation before deciding on production.In August 2025, a fan named Terauma submitted a mock-up of the 1998 Bondi Blue iMac made from Lego bricks to Lego’s Id
  
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• Apple spotlights 2026 sales tax holidays: Save big on Macs, iPhones, iPads, and more across 10 U.S. states

  15-07-2026 20:45 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple has rolled out its official 2026 sales tax holiday guide, giving shoppers in select U.S. states a timely opportunity to purchase popular products like Macs, iPads, iPhones, and accessories without paying state sales tax. The promotions vary widely by state in terms of dates, eligible items, and spending caps, so timing and research are key to maximizing savings.
  When the Tax Holidays Hit
  The savings windows open soon and stretch through mid-August:
  • Alabama: July 17–19 (w
  
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• Major League Soccer returns to Apple TV tomorrow

  15-07-2026 19:30 via macdailynews.com
  
  Major League Soccer resumes its regular season in July after a summer of international soccer.
  Major League Soccer (MLS) returns to Apple TV tomorrow, July 16, as regular-season play resumes and the league welcomes fans back following a monthlong break for the FIFA World Cup.
  Apple TV subscribers in more than 100 countries and regions can watch every MLS match with no blackouts. Subscribers also receive comprehensive coverage and analysis, exclusive content, and access to matches beyond the regu
  
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• Cracked smiling face, pickle, and lighthouse: Meet the 2027 iPhone emoji

  15-07-2026 19:26 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  With its announcement of new set of emojis to be released next year, the Unicode Consortium is finally giving us an image of a whole, crisp pickle. You’ll soon be able to stop fretting about using the current chopped pickle/cucumber emoji (which will remain, to the relief of chopped gourd enthusiasts everywhere). In addition to the pickle, eight other emojis will become available. You can see them in the above image, but here’s a summary:
  Monarch Butterfly: This will join th
  
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• Apple reportedly pursuing AI chip company acquisitions

  15-07-2026 18:39 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple is quietly shopping for AI chip companies. According to a new report from The Information, the company has been approaching chip startups and consulting with bankers about potential acquisitions — a notable shift for a firm long known for its reluctance to make big hardware buys.
  The move comes as Apple grapples with limitations in its current AI infrastructure. Its Private Cloud Compute servers, which power parts of Apple Intelligence, currently rely on internally designed M2 Ultra
  
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• Satechi USB-C Snap Hub review: Best hub for MacBook Neo

  15-07-2026 17:24 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldAt a glanceExpert's RatingProsSix ports for two-port NeoPerfect color-matched accessoryCompact and lightweight4K/60Hz HDMICard readersLegacy USB-APassthrough powerConsCard readers are slowOur VerdictThe Satechi USB-C Snap Hub is the best hub for most MacBook Neo owners, combining a perfectly color-matched, flush-fitting design with the essential ports the Neo lacks at an affordable price. Available in Citrus, Blush, Indigo, and Silver, it looks like a natural extension of the laptop whil
  
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