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• What's Next for the Mac Studio

  13-02-2026 01:29 via macrumors.com
  Apple is working on an updated version of the Mac Studio, and the new machine is expected to launch in the first half of 2026. We've rounded up what we know about the next-generation ‌Mac Studio‌ so far.
  Design
  We're not expecting Apple to redesign the ‌Mac Studio‌, and there haven't been rumors of a design update. The ‌Mac Studio‌ will continue to have an Apple TV or Mac mini-like squircle design with rounded corners.The ‌Mac Studio‌ is a much more compac
  
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• Apple books special ‘experiences’ around the globe on March 4

  16-02-2026 16:25 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  It might seem like there’s a new rumor every week about when Apple’s first major product launch will arrive (sorry, AirTag 2), and it looks like we may finally have a firm date. This morning, Apple sent out invitations to a “special Apple experience” on March 4 at 9am ET.Apple generally holds product launches at 1pm ET at its headquarters in Cupertino, so this is definitely a unique event. So far, at least three events will take place in New York, London, and Sha
  
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• Low-cost MacBook in ‘fun colors’ leads flurry of upcoming Mac releases

  16-02-2026 13:15 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  As we wait for new M5 MacBook Pros, Apple is reportedly prepping a brand new laptop that could launch within weeks. According to Mark Gurman’s latest Power On newsletter, Apple’s long-rumored low-cost MacBook is expected to arrive “as early as March,” with a design that defies its price tag. Gurman reports that the new laptop will cost “well under $1,000,” but won’t have a cheap plastic design. The new MacBook, according to the report, will
  
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• Apple’s Siri saga is at the point of no return

  16-02-2026 12:30 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  At a certain point, disappointment gives way to fatalism. Last week, it emerged that Apple’s long-awaited Siri revamp has been delayed yet again, and my first reaction was to wonder if this even counted as news. Surely by now we’ve accepted that the new Siri is a phantasm, a trick of the light, a mythical creature like the Loch Ness Monster? Expecting it to actually launch would be as laughably naive as Charlie Brown expecting Lucy not to pull away the football at the last s
  
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• A lifetime subscription to this $199.90 scanner app is now only $40

  16-02-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  TL;DR: iScanner is an iOS scanner app that works with almost any document, and it’s only $39.99 for a lifetime subscription.Desktop scanners are expensive, take up space, and they can break. If you need to digitize a document, you might be better served by a scanner app like iScanner. This iOS document scanner can scan everything from ID cards to formal papers, and that’s not all it can do. Right now, a lifetime subscription is also on sale for only $39.9
  
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• Get full-featured PDF editing on your Mac with PDF Expert — now 43% off

  15-02-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  TL;DR: Get PDF Expert Premium on Mac for $79.99 and score a lifetime of PDF editing, annotation, conversion, and form-filling — no subscription required.If you deal with PDFs, you’ve probably run into editors that are slow, clunky, or frustrating. PDF Expert changes all that on Mac, turning PDF tasks into a smooth, hassle-free experience — and right now, a lifetime subscription is just $79.99 (MSRP $139.99).With a lifetime subscription, you can 
  
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• Block the world, keep the beat — JBL Tune Buds 2 for $39.99

  15-02-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  TL;DR: Get JBL Tune Buds 2 true wireless earbuds for $39.99 (MSRP $109.95) — enjoy adaptive noise cancelling, immersive JBL Pure Bass, and all-day playback in style.Your playlist deserves earbuds that keep up. JBL Tune Buds 2 True Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds deliver punchy JBL Pure Bass, spatial audio that makes every beat pop, and Adaptive Noise Cancelling that lets you tune out the world or hear exactly what you want. Ergonomic, water and dust-resi
  
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• Apple reportedly releasing new ‘Sales Coach’ app soon

  15-02-2026 00:41 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple is reportedly planning to launch a new “Sales Coach” app later this month. The app will allegedly serve as a place for Apple to provide “sales tips and training resources” to employees, plus integrate with an AI chatbot.more…
  
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• AirPods Pro 3 vs AirPods Pro 2: There’s more to the upgrade than you might expect

  14-02-2026 23:15 via 9to5mac.com
  When AirPods Pro 3 initially debuted, I was a little bit hesitant about upgrading. I felt that AirPods Pro 2 were still excellent. On top of that, one of the key features of AirPods Pro 3, Live Translation, was also coming to AirPods Pro 2. However, after giving them plenty of usage, I can definitely say they’re worth an upgrade for a lot of people.more…
  
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• Indie App Spotlight: ‘Peaks’ uses Apple Health data to help you manage your energy

  14-02-2026 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’re an Apple Watch user, the Apple Health app has loads of useful data based on what it can collect from the watch. However, it’s not always easy to analyze that data and turn it into actionable health advice. Peaks solves one part of the problem, by utilizing your sleep d
  
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• Here’s why M5 MacBook Pro is still worth buying, even as redesign rumors loom

  14-02-2026 18:45 via 9to5mac.com
  The current 14-inch MacBook Pro design is nearing five years old. It’s also not at all a secret that Apple is working on a redesign for its MacBook Pro lineup.Despite those facts though, there’s still one compelling argument to be made about buying one today – even with bigger changes right around the horizon.more…
  
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• These rumored iPhone 18 Pro features might tempt you to upgrade later this year

  14-02-2026 16:30 via 9to5mac.com
  Later this year, Apple will once again unveil a full set of flagship iPhones. It may feel like iPhone 17 Pro is still pretty recent, but actually – it’s already been five months. Out of everything in the rumor mill, iPhone Fold certainly sounds the most interesting – but there’s still a few interesting upgrades coming to the iPhone 18 Pro.more…
  
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• Anker's Weekend Sale Includes Big Savings on Newest Prime Chargers

  14-02-2026 16:25 via macrumors.com
  Earlier this month, Anker debuted its new Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station with a launch discount on Amazon. If ordered this week, you can clip the on-page coupon on Amazon to get the accessory for $119.99, down from $149.99.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 Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station features Qi2.2 support, which lets a compatible MagSafe &zwnj
  
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• Game over, losers. The iPad won

  14-02-2026 16:12 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Harken, if you will, back to a simpler time. A time when the Macalope’s columns were mostly concerned with dunking on people who said ridiculous things about Apple or Apple products.What happened to those days, Carol? We were so young. So full of life. Did you ever finish making that dating app? It was for people in open relationships in gated communities. What a terrible idea. But such was our pie-eyed optimism! The future was spread out before us like a cruise ship buffet, but w
  
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• How to disable privacy indicators on external displays connected to your Mac [Video]

  14-02-2026 16:00 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple includes privacy indicators in the upper-right corner of your Mac’s display to indicate when critical hardware is in use. An orange indicator means your microphone is in use, while a green indicator suggests the camera is in use. These indicators help users stay diligent about apps that may be using the camera or microphone legitimately or, in the worst case, unscrupulously.While I appreciate having these indicators, they can become a distraction when taking screenshots or recording
  
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• Apple promotes upcoming Formula 1 season with Shot on iPhone campaign

  14-02-2026 15:34 via 9to5mac.com
  Ahead of the streaming of Formula 1 on Apple TV, Apple has been working with various teams to promote their new cars in Shot on iPhone campaigns. As pictured above, this includes a partnership with F1 newcomer Cadillac …more…
  
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• Top Stories: iOS 26.3 Released, New Siri Snags, and More

  14-02-2026 15:00 via macrumors.com
  Apple continued to keep users waiting for new hardware this week, as we've yet to see any of the significant product launches we're expecting to see in the first few months of the year.
  News on the software side was a bit of a mixed bag this week, with iOS 26.3 and other updates finally seeing their public releases, though they mainly focus on security fixes with only a few user-facing changes. And the highly anticipated iOS 26.4 coming up next might not arrive with everything many users have be
  
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• Apple @ Work: DDM OS Reminder 2.0 fixes the biggest flaw in Declarative Device Management software updates

  14-02-2026 15:00 via 9to5mac.com
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• These two new Find My accessories solve some of AirTag’s biggest gaps [Hands-on]

  14-02-2026 14:30 via 9to5mac.com
  At CES 2026, Rolling Square introduced new versions of two unique Find My accessories they offer: AirCard Pro and AirNotch Pro. Both of these now support both Apple’s Find My and Android’s Find Hub networks, and they’re better than ever – while coming in at lower price points.more…
  
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• This week’s top stories: iOS 26.3 now available, Siri roadblocks, and more

  14-02-2026 13:00 via 9to5mac.com
  Welcome to 9to5Mac’s top stories of the week, where we recap the biggest news in the Apple world every Saturday. This week, we have more potential Siri delays, iOS 26.3 is now available, and more Apple news. Plus, our usual slate of new podcast episodes, opinion pieces, and much more. Read on for all of this week’s top stories.more…
  
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• This MacBook Pro should not be only $470

  14-02-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  TL;DR: Get a near-mint 2020 MacBook Pro with pro-level specs for $469.97 — a massive drop from $1,999 while inventory lasts.There are good laptop deals, and then there are “wait, that used to cost how much?” deals.This like-new Apple MacBook Pro (2020) originally retailed for $1,999. Right now, it’s down to $469.97, which is the kind of price that makes upgrading feel way less dramatic.Inside, you’re getting a 10th-gen Intel Core i7
  
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• The easiest way to declutter your iPhone: Cleaner Kit lifetime plan for $20

  14-02-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  TL;DR: Clear out your iPhone for good — Cleaner Kit’s AI removes duplicates, junk, and clutter for just $19.97 lifetime through February 22.Your iPhone is probably stuffed with duplicate contacts, old screenshots, and emails you never open. Cleaner Kit steps in to sort it all out. This intelligent app uses AI to declutter your device, organize your files, and keep everything neat — and right now, you can grab a lifetime plan for only $19.97.Trusted by mo
  
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• Apple Music pokes fun at latest Spotify price increase

  14-02-2026 01:47 via 9to5mac.com
  Last month, Spotify announced a new round of price increases for subscribers in the United States and other countries. As the price increases start to go into effect starting with February renewals, Apple Music is poking fun at Spotify’s drama on social media.Apple Music is also offering a free three-month trial right now.
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• Three New Apple Home Products Rumored for 2026

  14-02-2026 01:18 via macrumors.com
  Apple has a long list of new products rumored for 2026, including a series of home products that will see the company establishing more of a presence in the smart home space. Robots are on the horizon for 2027, but the 2026 releases will be a little tamer.
  HomePod mini
  We're expecting a new HomePod mini 2 to launch at any time. Apple isn't going to update the device's design, but we could get new colors. The ‌HomePod mini‌ 2 will have an updated S-series chip based on the Apple Watch S
  
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• Is Apple Phasing Out the iWork Brand?

  13-02-2026 23:59 via macrumors.com
  With the launch of the Creator Studio subscription app offering, Apple may be phasing out the iWork branding that it has used since 2005 for Pages, Keynote, and Numbers.
  Apple today removed the iWork section on its website, and the URL now redirects to a more generic "apps" page that features Creator Studio, Apple Arcade, Apple Invites, Image Playground, and other Apple apps.The iWork page that Apple removed was dedicated solely to Pages, Numbers, and Keynote, featuring information on each app a
  
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• Apple Launching New 'Sales Coach' App

  13-02-2026 23:01 via macrumors.com
  Apple plans to launch a rebranded "Sales Coach" app on the iPhone and iPad later this month, according to a source familiar with the matter.
  "Sales Coach" will arrive as an update to Apple's existing "SEED" app, and it will continue to provide sales tips and training resources to Apple Store and Apple Authorized Reseller employees around the world. For example, there are articles and videos highlighting everything from reasons to upgrade to a newer iPhone to popular iPad features.Apple is aiming
  
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• ‘Trying’ is one of Apple TV’s sweetest treats

  13-02-2026 23:00 via macdailynews.com
  Apple TV in May 2025 renewed its acclaimed comedy series “Trying” for a fifth season.
  Last May, Apple TV announced a fifth season renewal for acclaimed comedy series “Trying,” starring BAFTA Award nominee Esther Smith and SAG Award nominee Rafe Spall. Season five finds Nikki (Smith) and Jason (Spall) dealing with the consequences of Princess and Tyler’s biological mother Kat (Charlotte Riley) turning up at their doorstep, and the whirlwind of chaos she brings into t
  
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• iPhone 18 Pro could get next-gen N2 chip, pushing an exciting trend

  13-02-2026 22:16 via 9to5mac.com
  iPhone 18 Pro is rumored to get a next-gen C2 modem, enabling several new advantages for Apple’s flagship. But an analyst report says there’s a new N2 chip coming to iPhone 18 Pro as well, continuing an exciting trend.more…
  
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• 74 percent of Apple iPhones introduced in the last four years are running iOS 26

  13-02-2026 22:02 via macdailynews.com
  Apple’s iOS 26
  Apple has released the latest iOS and iPadOS usage statistics, providing insight into adoption rates across active devices as of mid-February 2026. The data, measured from devices that transacted on the App Store on February 12, 2026, shows strong uptake of the newest major versions — iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 — particularly among more recent hardware.
  Strong Adoption Among Recent Devices
  For iPhones introduced in the last four years, 74% are now running iOS 26. This
  
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• Qobuz launches new CarPlay app, Siri integration

  13-02-2026 21:45 via 9to5mac.com
  Qobuz, a popular hi-res music streaming service, is out with an all-new CarPlay app this week. The company touts that new CarPlay app offers a “a more robust and streamlined listening experience.”more…
  
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