Macworld Update 11:18am ET: Apple has confirmed to Macworld that the C1 modem is not responsible for the decision to leave MagSafe charging off the new iPhone 16e. The original story is below: In the technical data of the Apple iPhone 16e , the parameters for fast charging50 percent in 30 minutes with compatible hardwareand for wireless charging with Qi devices can be found in the Power and Battery section. However, if you compare the 16es Tech Specs with the technical data of an iPhone 16, you

Macworld Picking out an iPhone used to be easierjust get the newest one with all the storage you can afford. We still recommend buying as much storage as you can afford, but the choice of which iPhone isnt quite so simple. Apple currently sells nine iPhone models, four of which launched in fall 2024, two in fall 2023, and one in February 2025. The most recent iPhone the iPhone 16e is a budget version of the iPhone 16 and its introduction has completely changed the landscape as far as which iPh

Macworld Apple has introduced the iPhone 16e , a cheaper sibling to the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max that launched in September 2024. On Friday, February 21 the Apple Store will open for pre-orders, so that those who want a handset can race to place their order and then wait a week or so to receive the new handset which officially goes on sale on February 28. Unfortunately, you are unlikely to be the only person pre-ordering a new iPhone. In our experience, a hesitation of on

Macworld The iPhone 16e is here and at $599 it is definitely not a budget iPhone. The iPhone 16e (for economic?) may not be a true iPhone SE replacement for those looking for a cheap iPhone, but it still costs significantly less than an iPhone 16, which starts at $799. So two things are true at the same time: At $600, the iPhone 16e is in no way a budget model, but at $200 less than the regular iPhone 16, its clearly a value option. Is that extra $200 worth it? Apple has made a number of signifi

Macworld Its not every February we get an iPhone announcementin fact, its rarely February. But rarely doesnt mean never, and on Wednesday, Apple took the wraps off the iPhone 16e , a new model that brings cutting-edge internals to an older form factor. But tempted as you might be to call the 16e the fourth-generation iPhone SE, this new model doesnt precisely fit the mold. For one thing, this is the first time Apple is using this new lower-end iPhone to launch a brand new piece of technology. Fo

Macworld Over the past few years, Apple has overhauled its entire product range, including transitioning the Mac from Intel to its own processors, introducing the tough Apple Watch Ultra, adding a new Plus model to the iPhone lineup, and introducing a brand-new product category the Vision Pro headset. In 2025 theres even more change coming, with a new Air iPhone rumored, a much needed Mac Pro and Mac Studio update, a long awaited upgrade for the standard iPad, and much more. Read on to find out

Macworld Apple has introduced its latest iPhone, and its a huge shakeup to the iPhone lineup. Its not an update to the $429 iPhone SE, which was last updated three years ago. Instead, its a new iPhone 16 model, the iPhone 16e, which comes in one size and shaves $200/200 off the starting price. Its a huge leap up in capabilities over the old third-generation iPhone SE, but also a big step up in price. Now, the iPhone SE has been eliminated from the iPhone lineup, as have a number of older models.

Macworld If youre fully immersed in the Apple ecosphere of products, you may not have noticed a big trend thats happening with computing. No, were not talking about AI, though that is the hot trend, its something thats actually tied to AI development: graphics cards. You might typically associate graphics cards with gaming and other video-focused pursuits, but AI has had a major influence on graphics card sales. The tech involved can handle AIs large-scale calculations well. Because of that, Nvi

Macworld Ever feel like your brains on overdrive trying to keep up with everything happening in meetings, lectures, or brainstorming sessions? My Notes AI is about to change things up. Designed exclusively for Apple devices, this app makes capturing, summarizing, and organizing your notes feel effortless, no matter how fast-paced things get. Lets start with unlimited transcriptions and summaries. Whether youre sitting in a class, hosting a Zoom meeting, or just recording ideas on the go, My Note

Macworld Apple updated the iPad Air with an M2 processor in May 2024, more than two years after the launch of the M1 model. Apple didnt change the design much, though it did introduce a larger 13-inch model for the first time. It looks like the wait wont be so long for the next modelless than a year later, rumors of a new iPad Air are already flying, and weve collected everything we know here. 2025 iPad Air release date: When will the new iPad Air launch? Spring 2025 (expected) February 19 (poss

Macworld Expectations are high that Apple is planning a number of new product releases in the spring 2025 time frame, but will the company hold a spring event, and if it does, when will Apples spring event take place. Apple doesnt always hold a spring event, but when it does, it usually takes place in March or April with the exception of 2024, when Apple surprised us all by issuing invites to an event on May 7. This year Apple has announced that there will be an event-free product launch on Feb

Macworld At a glance Expert's Rating Pros High-quality finish Customizable Cons A few software driver errors Keypad only has nine fields Our Verdict The MX Creative Console will delight beginners and intermediates with its excellent price-performance ratio. Whether video editing or image processing, the dialpad in particular feels good in the hand and the software allows simple and flexible customization to your needs. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for prod

Macworld When Apple released the M4 iPad Pro last May, it threw an already uncertain schedule into upheaval. Half of Apples Mac lineup was still running M2 chips, and Apple had only just updated the MacBook Air to an M3 just two months prior. For the first time ever, an iPad had a faster chip than the entire Mac range. It would be another six months before the first Mac received an M4 chip, and two months into 2025, two M2 models, the Mac Studio and Mac Pro, are still using 2023 chips, the MacBo

Macworld In a clearing in a forest, near the magical river where the gnomes harvest mushrooms and the fairies argue over an editorial in the latest issue of Teen Vogue, sits a Macalope on a stump, hunched over a keyboard. Is it ergonomic? No. Its a forest. How is it going to be ergonomic? Magic? Magic is surprisingly un-ergonomic. There isnt even a power outlet. Thank god for the M-series processors low power consumption. There is Wi-Fi, though, because the centaurs set up an open network for th

Macworld In this article, we answer all of your questions about when you should and shouldnt buy a new iPhone including advice on when Apple is likely to discount the price of older iPhone handsets. There are certain times of the year when buying a new iPhone is a bad idea, and there are certain times of the year when you can get a bargain on a new handset. The trick is knowing when you should buy a new iPhone. Luckily we are here to help. Looking for to buy a new iPhone? Apple is about to laun

Macworld Apple went big on iPads in 2024, announcing new iPad Pro, iPad Air, and iPad mini tablets. But one model missed out: the standard, basic iPad. Other than getting even cheaper (it got an aggressive price cut to $349/329 last year) Apples cheapest tablet is still exactly the same 10th-gen model that came out way back in 2022, and its looking overdue for an update. Fortunately we wont have to wait much longer before that happens. From likely release date to new features, design changes and

Macworld At a glance Expert's Rating Pros 34401440 ultrawide screen Accurate color Apple-sensitive styling Built-in USB hub Cons Low pixel density Our Verdict With its ultrawide display, the Alogic Edge offers a remarkable amount of working screen space for a single monitor to maximize viewable multitasking apps and documents. Picky creatives may prefer a higher pixel density but for general productivity users the 34- to 40-inch screen is even more spacious than having two monitors side by side.

Macworld Ever misplaced your wallet or struggled to find your ID at the worst possible moment? It feels like the worst thing in the world, but its also pretty avoidable with a little help from good ol technology. The KeySmart SmartCard is kind of like an AirTag that got pancaked into the shape of a credit card. Its razor thin, works with the Apple Find My app, and a pack of three of them is on sale for $79.97 (instead of $119). Heres how it works: add the SmartCard to your Find My app to unlock

Macworld Its been nearly three weeks since Apple released iOS 18.3 and we still dont have the much-anticipated iOS 18.4 beta, which has long been expected to include the first look at the new and improved Siri. Well, according to a new report, were going to have to wait a bit longer to see any Siri-related progress. Bloombergs Mark Gurman dropped a bombshell on Friday: the Siri overhaul that Apple is working on has faced engineering problems and bugs, threatening Apples plans to issue a Siri ove

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Macworld Learning a new language sounds awesome until you realize you dont have hours to spend memorizing vocabulary or grammar rules. Thats where Babbel comes in. With 10- 15-minute lessons you can fit into your lunch break or between meetings, youll be chatting away in 14 languages before you know it. Pay $129.99 just once for lifetime access to Babbel for $129.99 until February 17 with code LEARN40 . And, youre not stuck using it on your phone Babbel works on desktop too, and your progress s

Macworld With seven months to go before the launch of Apples next generation of flagship smartphones (and a new budget iPhone likely to appear long before then), were already getting a good idea of what to expect from the iPhone 17. For a start, according to the latest report, were pretty sure that Apple is going to drastically change the design of the rear camera module on the Pro models, and in what way. We just dont know why. The camera module on the Pro iPhones has remained essentially the s

Macworld If youre anxious to get your hands on a new iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus,iPhone 16 Pro, or iPhone 16 Pro Max, you can buy from Apple directly , either in-store or online, but there are some great deals and promotions offered by popular retailers and carriers. Heres a summary of some of the best deals and promotions offered by retailers and carriers in the U.S. to help you get the best deal on your new iPhone.If youre looking for other models, check out our Best iPhone deals . If you arent

Macworld Browsing the internet should be smooth, safe, and ad-free. Instead, were bombarded with pop-ups, autoplay videos, and trackers that follow our every move. If you want to stop all that, the AdGuard Family Plan is an ad-blocking, privacy-protecting, and kid-safe browsing solution . For a limited time, you can get a lifetime subscription for just $15.97 (reg. $169.99) when you use code GUARD20 at checkout. With AdGuard, intrusive ads, malware-laden websites, and data-hungry trackers become

Macworld It doesnt take long for iPhone rumors to circulate. Its one of the most iconic and influential tech gadgets of all time, and everyone wants to know whats coming next. That Apple is so secretive only heightens the appeal of iPhone rumors and leaks. So it should come as little surprise that iPhone 17 rumors, leaks, and info started to circulate months before the iPhone 16 was even formally announced. Heres everything we know so far, but dont take any of it as solid info: even when early r

Macworld If you are concerned about your privacy and security online using a VPN could give you some reassurance. Apple provides various measures in macOS that make Macs more secure , but if you want to ensure that the connection between your Mac and the internet is protected, rather than the computer itself, you need a VPN. Using a VPN essentially makes you invisible on the webyour data is encrypted, your IP address is hidden, and you can even make it look like you are surfing from another coun

Macworld If youve been waiting for Apple to kick off its 2025 hardware releases, you wont have to wait much longer. On Thursday, Apple CEO Tim Cook posted a tease on X about the newest member of the family making its debut on February 19. While you cant tell by the static image weve posted here, Cooks post is actually an animation where the Apple logo looks like it has chrome flowing through it. Tim Cook/X Macworlds David Price points out that the image looks like an AirTag, which has a polished

Macworld According to the latest reports, the new M4 MacBook Air is due to arrive within weeks and for Apple, it may not be soon enough. Its not that theres anything wrong with the current M3 MacBook Airits Apples best laptop . It offers a great combination of performance, portability, and price for the customer. The issue is with the M3 chip itselfagain, theres nothing wrong with it from a user standpoint. But behind the scenes, the M3 caused major issues with Apples Mac lineup, with the shor

Macworld If you want to unblock regional content on streaming services like Netflix, iPlayer, and Prime, or access websites that arent available in your region, a VPN is an essential tool. VPN services can also give you online privacy as well as letting you securely connect to open Wi-Fi networks in cafes, hotels, airports and other places. We can help you find the cheapest VPN to suit your needs. Choosing which VPN service to subscribe to can be difficult and this is compounded by the fact that

Macworld When the tech world talks about end-of-life, it usually means obsolete devices losing support for repair and security updates. But this end-of-life iPad case isnt concerned with Genius Bar supportits worried about what happens when the user goes to the eternal Apple Store in the sky. Of course, device protection after death isnt a totally outrageous concern. There are legitimate complaints from bereaved next-of-kin who cant access their loved ones devices and online accounts, which mean

Macworld Collating pages used to be an intensely manual process. A printera human being, not a devicewould produce many copies of the same pages and workers would collate or gather those into the right order for final assembly, whether to become a book or a stapled stack. Collating via printing software is a lot easier. But its also a little murky since the term doesnt describe an act most of us remain familiar with. In Apples Print dialog, the Collation option under Print Handling has a precise

Macworld Apples smallest products are actually some of the biggest in its lineup. Todays show discusses the state of Apples AirPods lineup, the new Powerbeats Pro 2, and more. Be sure to listen in! This is episode 921 with Jason Cross , Michael Simon , and Roman Loyola . Watch episode 921 on YouTube Listen to episode 921 on Apple Podcasts Listen to episode 921 on Spotify Get info For more information about the topics discussed on the show, click on the links below. Powerbeats Pro 2 review: The b

Macworld Hoping for the price of eggs and gas to come down? You may never see the day. So many factors mean our paychecks dont stretch as far as they used to, but if you want to start saving on essentials immediately, you should get a Sams Club membership . You may have thought about it before, but the usual $50 yearly fee mightve stopped you. Since we know people are trying to save as much money as possible this year, you can save 60% on your first year of Sams Club membership right here. The c

Macworld If your keys seem to have a mind of their own, its time to outsmart them. This 2-pack of smart trackers for $34.99 (reg. $69) works with Apple Find My to help you locate your essentials in seconds whether theyre hiding in the couch cushions or left behind at the coffee shop. Unlike other trackers that require extra accessories, these come with key rings included. Clip them onto your keys, wallet, backpack, or even your pets collar, and youre good to go. The Bluetooth connection syncs e

Macworld Lets say your best buddywell call him Pietrouses an Android phone. To each his own, you say. The problem is, Pietro, who doesnt own a TV and watches shows on his phone (like I said, to each his own) doesnt subscribe to Apple TV+ because theres no Android app for that. This means when you excitedly call Pietro after watching the latest episode of Severance that dropped on Friday, you cant talk about it. Instead, you have to ask him hows he doing, how the kids are, what he had for dinner,

Macworld Apples newest iPad mini version is the perfect companion with an 8.3-inch screen and support for Apple Intelligence, and its even better when its on sale. Especially when its at all-time low Amazon is selling the A17 Pro iPad Mini for $399 , a savings of $100 off its MSRP and matching the best price weve ever seen. When we reviewed the new iPad mini , we gave it a four-star rating, loving the new fast CPU and graphics, as well as the fact that it supports Apple Intelligence. The iPad mi

Macworld Is your Mac is slowing down, frequently freezing, regularly running out of RAM or just not behaving like it used to? Are you short of space on your Mac? Have you spotted the immense amount of room taken up by System Data and are now looking for a safe way to delete some of that data. What you need is a Mac cleaner app that will delete the clutter and digital debris from your system and free your RAM from memory hogs. Thankfully, there are a wealth of tools available to rectify that can

Macworld Apple last updated its entry-level iPhone in March 2022, adding a few nips and tucks here and there along with a quiet price increase. It kept the iPhone 8 design with its Home button and small form factor that appeals to some, but the aging design and minimal upgrades meant the new iPhone SE was coolly received by the masses. The iPhone SE is in desperate need of a big upgrade, and if you are wondering will there be new iPhone SE? it looks like a new iPhone SE maybe with a brand new n

Macworld At a glance Expert's Rating Pros Quick, stable performance combined with a handy user interface made navigation and customization easy. The modules work as advertised, and handle duplicate files and cleanup well. Excellent Dropbox Scanner utility, which helps make it unique. Cons Some UI elements could be tightened and improved upon The Menu Bar option offers access to tools that the standard interface doesnt (namely the Dropbox Scanner tool), which is a bit awkward. Our Verdict Cleaner

Macworld If you want a smart speaker with great sound and a small footprint, you cant go wrong with a HomePod mini even at its full $99 MSRP. But today its an even better value: Best Buy is selling the HomePod mini for $80 , savings of $20. This HomePod mini rarely ever goes on sale, so if youve been waiting for a price drop to get one, nows the time to do it. Apples compact smart speaker is a great way to bring Siri into your homewhich is quite likely the main reason youre looking into getting

Macworld The body of water previously known in the U.S. as the Gulf of Mexicoand still known as that in many other parts of the worldwill henceforth be labeled as Gulf of America for U.S. users of Apple Maps. The jingoistic decision to rename the gulf was made by President Donald Trump on January 20 amid a slew of executive orders. However, the presidents powers to rename geographic features are limited. He is able merely to direct federal agencies to adopt the new name, while official internati

Macworld Everyone knows that Apple is playing catch-up when it comes to Apple Intelligence. The companys shipping AI models seem to be way behind the cutting edge, as OpenAI grows, Google pushes forward, and newcomers hit the scene. Im sure Apple is pouring everything it can into building better, more modern models, and well hear about that effort in detail in June at WWDC. But what troubles me most about the Apple Intelligence rollout isnt that Apple was caught flatfooted by the AI hype train a

Macworld At a glance Expert's Rating Pros Lighter and smaller with the same secure ear hook design Greatly improved sound quality Heart rate monitor Impressive battery life Cons Missing some AirPods Pro features it should have Heart rate monitor is limited if you use an Apple Watch Our Verdict These are now our hands-down favorite earbuds for exercising and athletics. Our only reservations are that the heart rate monitor always defers to Apple Watch if you have both and that AirPods Pro features

Macworld When youre out and about for long hours and your phone battery levels start giving you anxiety, the last thing you want to do is find a plug and an outlet. Thats why one of these tiny Baseus MagSafe power banks will be just what you need, especially when you can get one for just $12 , a savings of 40 percent off the MSRP. (To claim this deal, you can with either click the Redeem button or apply promo code 74XFLB4J at checkout.) This isnt a power bank with an absolutely massive capacity,

Macworld iOS is at the heart of the iPhone experience. Its the operating system on which everything else sits, while also delivering plenty of features and dedicated apps built by Apple itself. Every year Apple adds new features to compatible iPhones, and through the months that follow more features arrive. If you want to know what the latest version of iOS is, or if youve ever wondered about when versions came out and what features they brought, we will answer your questions. We also show you h

Macworld Wondering what the name of the latest macOS version is? Want to know what the next version of macOS will be called? Curious about the versions of Mac OS X that came before? Here well fill you in on the names of the different versions of the Mac operating system in order: from the newest macOS to the first version of Mac OS X and the codenames that Apple used for them. Well also show you how you can check which version of macOS you are running and find out what the latest version of macO

Macworld Apple does a lot of research into fundamental computer problems, and some of that results in real features of the products we buy. We can only hope the tech featured in the latest report published by their machine learning team is one of them. A new research paper and video posted to Apples Machine Learning site showcases the benefits of expressive robot movements vs. pure functional movements. The hypothesis of the paper is simple: Robots can move in a purely functional way, taking the

Macworld You know how you see a concept car from an auto manufacturer and you think Wow! Thats so cool! I cant wait to drive that! and then their next car comes out and it looks like a Dodge Stratus? Okay, look, the Dodge Stratus was a fine car. ( Is it a fine car? The Macalope really has no idea and hes not going to look it up for the purposes of this column.) But it was a modest-looking sedan. It wasnt exactly breaking new ground. Unless you run it off the road, Jeff. Concepts are sometimes im

Macworld Did you know you dont need to keep paying a pesky recurring fee for Adobe just to edit your PDFs? Yup, Adobe Acrobats been keeping a major secrettheres a way to edit, merge, convert, sign, and do so much more with your PDFs without paying a monthly fee. All you need is PDF Reader Pro , the Mac-compatible app that works just like Adobe Acrobat. A one-time payment of $39.99 (reg. $59.99) is all thats needed to get lifetime access to these all-in-one PDF management tools. PDF Reader Pro re

Macworld Apple just issued a small update to iOS and iPadOS, bringing the version up to 18.3.1. The only change appears to be this security fix for USB Restricted Mode . USB Restricted Mode is that feature where you have to enter your iPhone or iPad passcode when you connect it to a computer or other USB device with a data connection, saying you trust that device. Without your passcode, the USB device only delivers power. Apple says the fix addresses a physical attack vector against this feature