Macworld If youre looking for an iPhone but dont want to spend a fortune, the third-gen iPhone SE , Apples cheapest current handset, is the phone for you. It features a powerful processor (the A15, which also appeared in the flagship iPhone 13 Pro from 2021) at an affordable price, starting at $429 in the U.S. or 429 in the U.K. For a phone thats even cheaper, however, you may want to consider the second-gen iPhone SE from 2020. Apple no longer sells this device itself, but other vendors may sti

Macworld If youre looking to buy an iPhone 12 (or 12 mini, 12 Pro, or 12 Pro Max), make sure you get a terrific deal. Following the iPhone 15 launch, retailers will be looking to clear out any remaining stock; until they do, you can expect great deals on the iPhone 12 range, whether SIM-free or on contract. There are some great discounts on refurbished models too. In this article we look at every major retailer and contract provider to find the best deals for the iPhone 12, 12 mini, 12 Pro and 1

Macworld Its been a long time since you could only get aniPhonedirectly from Apple or from AT&T. Today, they are offered by all major carriers and big retailers, and many of them want to entice you to buy with them by offering special deals. Of course, you can still buy from Apple directly , either in-store or online, but you can probably find a lower price elsewhere. Thats particularly relevant if youre looking at devices that Apple itself no longer sells. The company still sells the iPhone 13

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Macworld The first Thursday of May is World Password Day, a day to remind ourselves of the importance of making our digital lives more secure. For better or worse, just about everything we do is connected, online, and digitalour phones are car and house keys, every penny we have is behind a few banking passwords, and our entire jobs and reputations can be destroyed with access to just a couple social media accounts. Its more important than ever to ensure our accounts and digital devices are as s

Macworld Apple is about to unveil new iPads on May 7, and the most surprising rumored part of it is not that there will be a fourth Apple Pencil or OLED displays. Rather, its that the iPad Pro might skip the M3 altogether and jump from the M2 to the M4 . Thats right, the M4, an unreleased, unannounced processor may show up in the iPad Pro before the Mac. Thats highly unusual and seems to make no sense but maybe it does? Apple could have some good reasons to debut the M4 in the iPad Pro this year

Macworld While Apple consistently offers some of the best tech innovations, Mac users are due forsomelong-awaited tools to maximize their macOS devices abilities. Fortunately, you can add a helpful arsenal of tools to your macOS device with the$40 Big Mac Utility Bundle, which serves upa collection of 16 productivity apps that can streamline virtually everything you do on your Mac . With a one-time payment for this bundles plethora of Mac-friendly apps, youll get lifelong access to 16 apps, whic

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Macworld Apple is having an event on May 7. What do we expect to see? New iPads, maybe a new Apple Pencil, and more! We talk about it all on this episode of the Macworld Podcast! This is episode 882 with Karen Haslam , David Price , and Roman Loyola . Listen to episode 882 on Apple Podcasts Listen to episode 882 on Spotify Get info Click on the links below for more information on what was discussed on the show. 2024 iPad Air: Everything you need to know about the 6th-gen model 2024 iPad Pro: Ev

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Macworld The next version of the Mac operating system, macOS 15, is expected to make its debut at Apples Worldwide Developers Conference , which kicks off with a keynote on June 10. After a beta period, the official release occurs in the fall. Rumors of what macOS 15 will entail are scarce as usualbecause software development doesnt rely on third-party production and manufacturing like hardware does, rumors about macOS dont happen often. But when rumors do leak, they will be tracked in this arti

Macworld Whether you have a Mac mini or a MacBook, a good mouse is always an important piece of any setup. And todays deal gets you one that will look incredible on your desk: Amazon is selling a SteelSeries Prime+ Esports FPS 18K CPI wired optical mouse with five programmable buttons and nifty RGB lighting for $23 , a savings of $57 on the MSRP and well below the usual price. The mouse is ultra-lightweight with an ergonomic Esport Pro design that was developed in collaboration with over 100 pro

Macworld The Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 may have only debuted in September 2023, but the clock is already ticking for the release of their successors. We gather up all the news and rumors that give us some clues about what we might find in the Apple Watch Series 10, Ultra 3 and whether there will be a new Apple Watch SE in 2024. Update 5/1/24 : A recent report claims the Apple Watch Ultra 3 will have almost no hardware upgrades from Ultra 2. Will Apple update the Apple Watch in 2024? Apple

Macworld Much of the noise being made about Apples efforts into AI has been focused on general improvements to iOS 18 and Siri as well as the upcoming M4 chip for the Mac. However, as we get closer to WWDC, more reports about the AI software that Apple will create are coming out, with the most recent one covering Apples efforts to enhance the next major version of Safari. AppleInsider reports that the company is working on a new Intelligent Search feature that uses on-device AI to summarize a we

Macworld With less than a week to go until the Let Loose event on May 7, Apple is doing its best to build hype with a series of enigmatic promotional messages. In particular, the phrase a different kind of Apple Event has prompted widespread speculation about what were going to hear about, and how its going to be presented. On social media, as spotted by The Apple Post , a number of sponsored posts have promoted the event. Were drafting up something special for you, the messages read in some Eur

Macworld The iPad, remember that? Its been a minute since Apple unveiled a new tabletabout 807,690 minutes, to be a bit more precisebut all indications point to brand new models being rolled out as part of an Apple keynote next week, on May 7 . A lot has happened in the intervening time. Apple released iPadOS 17 , the Apple Vision Pro was announced and shipped, and the M2 processors have given way to the M3 with the promise of more soon. Throughout all of that, the iPad Pro and 10th-generation i

Macworld After months of false starts, it looks like were finally going to get new iPads in May! There hasnt been a new iPad released since 2022, and iPad sales are suffering for it, but the new models coming in May could actually bring some significant new changes and maybe even a surprise or two. Its really odd for Apple to release new hardware in May, much less hold an event for it, but thats exactly whats happening on May 7 with the Let Loose event . That will make a pretty exciting lead-up

Macworld Apple Vision Pro went on sale in the U.S. on February 2, 2024. Its a mixed reality headset (Apple calls it a Spatial Computer) that marries an M2 processor with a lot of custom silicon, sensors, cameras, and more. The starting price of $3,499 and limited availability means that its a niche product, but its the first in a new category that Apple believes will be critical in the coming years. Apple Vision Pro release date: UK, Canada, Europe, Australia Apple is yet to say when Vision Pro

Macworld Whether youre a budding coder or a developer with years ofdevelopment under your belt, you can always benefit from tools that make programming more seamless .The best solution? Microsoft Visual Studio Professional 2022. For a limited time, lifetime access to Microsofts top-rated programming tool is only$39.97 (reg. $499). It could help you and your coding team write more accurate code and streamline large development projects. From novices to seasoned developers, Visual Studio Professio

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Macworld Next time youre on the road, pull up Autio if you want to learn about the world as it passes you by. Autio is a unique travel companion that tells you about the places youre driving through . This location-based story app is like your own personal narrator teaching you about the history, geography, and local sights all around you. These beautifully edited audio storiesplay while youre driving and have automatic and seamless transitions so you dont get distracted. There are already over

Macworld Apples other company, Beats Electronics, is often overlooked in favor of the eponymous AirPods. But they shouldnt be: Beats offers more colors, often better fit or different sizes/styles, and most of the same features you get with AirPods. And today, the company has announced a long-overdue update to its most affordable headphones and a new pair of super-affordable earbuds. Beats Solo 4 Its been eight years since the Beats Solo 3 were released in 2016. Clearly, an update is long overdue

Macworld Fortnites lengthy exile from the iPhone and iPad looks set to end soon, at least in the EU. Having declared back in January its intention to bring the popular game back to iOS in 2024, Epic Games today boasted that it will also return to iPadOS this year. Back in 2020, Epic tested the limits of Apples App Store policies by adding a direct payment option to the game. Apple, predictably, responded by removing Fortnite from its platforms (Google did the same) and deleting the companys deve

Macworld Its been a month since the release of iOS 17.4 , which introduced a few minor tweaks (like new emojis) for all users, but it has a massive change to app distribution for those in the European Union. In compliance with the Digital Markets Act, that version allowed alternate app stores, changed policies and terms around apps, browsers that use their own engines, and more. Typically, a new iOS version is followed almost immediately by a beta of the next point release, so the month-long abs

Macworld The newest version of macOS, aka macOS 14, aka Sonoma (named after the Californian wine region), is now available. Among the new features Sonoma brings to Macs are changes to widgets, a new Game Mode, the ability to easily turn web pages into web apps, and fun additions to video conferencing apps. Read on for the lowdown on all the new features and further improvements coming throughout 2024. Update April 30: Apple has released the fourth beta for macOS 14.5. macOS 14 Sonoma: Latest ver

Macworld AirTags are the rare Apple device thats both cheap and designed to work with non-Apple devices. And today you can get set up for less: Amazon is selling a four-pack of AirTags for $80 , a savings of $25 and $36 less than youd pay separately. AirTags are circular Bluetooth trackers that add Find My tracking to keys, bags, and other items that arent made by Apple. The small white-and-chrome discs connect to the app just like an iPhone or MacBook and alert you when something is left behind

Macworld People who rely on the iPhones alarm to wake up from sleeping may be in for a rude awakening. Or rather un-awakening,. Social media is filled with reports claiming that the iPhone alarm isnt working, causing users to oversleep and turn to TikTok to complain about the issue before calling their employer to let them know theyll be late. According to The Wall Street Journals Joanna Stern, Apple is aware of the problem and is working on a fix. She has not encountered the problem, alerting h

Macworld The AirTag from Apple is a compact tracking device that offers precise locating ability. Unlike a GPS tracker, which requires cell service and may drain a battery quickly, an AirTag relies on the distributed Find My network of iPhones, iPads, and Macs that hundreds of millions of people around the world carry with them, and uses Bluetooth LE to send a signal to other devices. Find the best AirTag accessories, key rings, holders, and bag tags weve tested. While there are a thousand posit

Macworld When youre a kid, being an inventor sounds like an impossibly glamorous joband a simple one, too. All you have to do is invent something brilliant (like, say, the iPad), then sit back and wait for the checks to roll in. But when you grow up you learn about capitalism and investors and stock prices and realize that everything is a lot more complicated. One-off brilliance is not enoughyou need an ongoing revenue stream, and that means releasing new things on a regular basis, each preferab

Macworld At a glance Expert's Rating Pros Two integrated chargers High-quality workmanship Not just for Apple products Cons Expensive No space for accessories Our Verdict If you work on the go a lot, the Journey Nexa is a fantastic protective laptop sleeve for your MacBookprovided you are willing to pay its price. The workmanship is outstanding, and there are two integrated wireless chargers for the iPhone and AirPods. A matching USB-C cable is included, but the case has no additional storage sp

Macworld At a glance Expert's Rating Pros Free and built-in Auto-fill passwords Syncs across your Apple devices Cons Not great for non-Apple devices Lacks the polish of rivals Our Verdict Apples own password manager has enough features and security provisions to satisfy most users. Plus, its built right into the operating system. Youre probably already using it and havent realized. Price When Reviewed Part of iCloud: Free on 5GB plan Best Prices Today: iCloud Keychain Retailer Price Free View De

Macworld The 12.9-inch iPad Pro is already the best iPad you can buy, with an M2 processor, mini-LED display, and Face ID, but a new report claims the upcoming model will be even betterby far. We already expect the new iPad Pro to get an OLED screen , which would be Apples first tablet with the high-end display tech. We already know the benefitsdeeper blacks, better efficiency, and superior color handlingbut a report from Ross Young at Display Supply Chain Consultants claims the OLED panels in t

Macworld You might want to sit down for this. Apple saw its smartphone sales in China plummet by 19.1% year-over-year in [Q1 2024]. Counterpoint Technology Market Research (April 23, 2024) Thats a lot of percents, but it is only China (lol, only). Surely the company is doing better elsewhere. What about the U.S.? The Macalope seems to remember it was doing gangbusters there. Over the past four quarters, iPhone share of activations fell from 40 percent to 33 percent Consumer Intelligence Researc

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Macworld Sonny Dickson, a tech reviewer with a pretty good track record for iPhone design leaks, just posted an image to X (formerly Twitter) that shows the major differences in the iPhone 16 lineup. The image (above) shows what are almost certainly mockups of all four models: the 6.9- and 6.3-inch iPhone 16 Pros and the 6.7- and 6.1-inch iPhone 16. They look like iPhones. The non-Pro models have their cameras aligned vertically rather than diagonally. Theres a pink one. The main takeaway is tha

Macworld The current iPad range is one of the most populated weve seen. It includes two iterations of the standard iPad, the iPad mini, the iPad Air, and the 11-inch and 12.9-inch iPad Pro models, so theres plenty to choose from. It seems Apple isnt stopping there, though; rumors suggest it could be adding an even larger iPad Pro to the line-up. Heres everything we know about the next-generation iPad Pro. Update April 29: A new rumor claims that the iPad Pro will have an M4 chip. 2024 iPad Pro r

Macworld Every year, Apple announces the new version of iOS at the Worldwide Developers Conference in June. It then enters a beta testing period (first for developers only, then for the public) before being released in September, around the time the new iPhones go on sale. We dont expect the process or timeline to change this year, but thats about the only thing we can count on being the same as years past. When it comes to iOS 18 itselfits features and changesthe rumors and leaks point to what

Macworld Over time, iPhones and iPads tend to slow down as they get clogged up with unwanted files and apps. You can give your device a little speed boost by clearing out the junk and memory-clogging files on your device. In this article, we explain how to clean out the cache, which could get your iPhone or iPad running faster. What is cache? Pronounced cash, this is an area of memory on your device where small, temporary files are kept. These are often useful and speed up performance by allowin

Macworld If youre looking for a new smartwatch, the Apple Watch Series 9 is the absolute cream of the crop, especially when you can get it at a discount. And today its cheaper than weve ever seen: Amazon is selling the 41mm and 45mm Apple Watch Series 9 for $299 and $329, respectively, a savings of $100 each, well below the lowest price we had previously tracked . The Apple Watch Series 9 has either a 41mm or 45mm display with two exclusive features: an S9 chip thats faster and smarter with a ne

Macworld With Apples late-spring event just over a week away, a widely respected leaker has claimed that the company is about to announce a shocking upgrade for the iPad Pro. Up until now, the received wisdom has been that well hear about relatively pedestrian upgrades to two iPad lines, the Air and the Pro, with the former getting a bump from the M1 to the M2 processor and the latter stepping up from M2 to M3. But according to Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman, the Pro is likely to skip a generati

Macworld Welcome to our weekly Apple Breakfast column, which includes all the Apple news you missed last week in a handy bite-sized roundup. We call it Apple Breakfast because we think it goes great with a morning cup of coffee or tea, but its cool if you want to give it a read during lunch or dinner hours too. Loose change Defying all expectations, Apple last week sent out invitations to a special event on May 7. Based on the artwork (which features an Apple Pencil and an artistic Apple logo) a

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Macworld There is no shortage of iPad accessories, but if you had to choose just one? A keyboard isthe no-brainer answer, as it provides extra versatility for your iPad . This Apple Magic Keyboard Folio is one of the best on the market, and its compatible with iPad 10th Gen. While new editions can run almost $250, you can grab a new open-box model for less than $100 through April 30. Mind you, new open-box doesnt mean used.These aresimplyexcess inventory that has had customer contact.While the p

Macworld Spring is here and summer is on its way. For those taking to the outdoors, ensureyoure set upwith the right equipment, especially a reliable flashlight for getting around in the dark and exploring natures delights. Fortunately, you can get ambient lighting and a reliable power supply with this multi-purpose outdoor flashlight . Its on sale for only$39.99 (reg. $62) for a limited time. Offering ultra-bright LED lights for great visibility in almost any situation and COB technology for ev

Macworld Ifyoure a sensitive listener or simply dislike in-ear audio options, consider upgrading to these open-ear headphones. These Mercato headphones have an open-ear design for comfort and crisp audio , allwhile keeping you aware of your surroundings.Now, theyre on sale for only$39.95 (reg. $69) with code GET10 . Boasting an ergonomic open-ear construction, the Mercato headphones rest outside your ears and loop around them to ensure they stay put and remain comfortable all day. Music, podcast

Macworld iPhones are remarkable devices, but they lose their lustre once the battery runs dry. Thats why its important to look after the cell inside and ensure that you always charge it properly. In this article we explain the steps you need to take if you want your iPhone to last till the late hours each day and keep doing so for as many years as possible. How to charge an iPhone with a cable The fastest way to charge an iPhone is using a cable. Until the iPhone 15 , this meant using a USB to L

Macworld Apple has planted its own flag in the streaming wars with Apple TV+ , its in-house streaming service that focuses almost entirely on original programming rather than an extensive library of existing TV shows or movies. This guide will list all the Apple TV+ content you can watch today, divided into episodic shows or series and movies. Theres also a ton of new content in the works for Apples $9.99-a-month service. If you want to know whats on the way, check out our list of upcoming Apple

Macworld If youre looking for a new laptop, the newest 13-inch MacBook Air is a perfect option for most people, especially when its on sale: Amazon is selling the 13-inch MacBook Air with 256GB of storage for $989 , a savings of $110 and the best price weve ever seen. The 13-inch MacBook Air has the same thin and light design as the M2 model with a new M3 processor and the ability to run two external displays . Its got a gorgeous Liquid Retina display with super-skinny bezels (and a notch) along

Macworld If you are running out of space on your iPhone you may be looking at the huge amount of space being attributed to Photos and thinking that deleting all the photos from your iPhone would be an easy way to increase your storage. You may have heard of iCloud Photos and wondered if that would be a way to back up your photos so you can delete them from the iPhone. Or you may already be using iCloud Photos and think they are all backed up in iCloud and can be deleted from your iPhone. But you