M6 MacBook Pro vs M5 MacBook Pro: What Has Changed, What Stays The Same?
Apple has given its entry-level 14-inch MacBook Pro a fresh dose of power with the arrival of the M6 chip. The new laptop was announced on October 27, just a day before the company
Meta's Waddle World is a Tamagotchi-like AI pet app
Meta describes Waddle World as a 'daily journal disguised as a pet.'
Apple phasing out full Rosetta support in upcoming macOS updates
Going forward, its support will be limited strictly to select older, unmaintained games that rely on Intel-based frameworks
Apple phasing out full Rosetta support in upcoming macOS updates
Going forward, its support will be limited strictly to select older, unmaintained games that rely on Intel-based frameworks
Run Windows 11 Pro on your Mac for $9.97
Macworld TL;DR: Run Windows apps on your Mac with a lifetime Windows 11 Pro license, now $9.97 (reg. $199). Some apps still have no Mac version, so running them means installing Windows. A Windows 11 Pro license from Microsoft usually costs close to $200, but through Nov. 1, a lifetime license is on sale for $9.97 (reg. $199). Install it in Parallels Desktop, and Windows runs next to macOS without a reboot. Pro includes several tools that Windows 11 Home leaves out. Hyper-V runs virtual machines, Windows Sandbox lets you test apps in an isolated environment, and BitLocker encrypts the drive . Azure AD support lets you sign in to business networks. Snap layouts, DirectX 12 Ultimate for games, and Copilot in the taskbar are included as well, and Copilot answers questions and summarizes pages for you. The license is for one machine and cant be transferred. It works with Parallels Pro to run Windows apps, but it doesnt include or upgrade Microsoft Office, so youll need a separate Office license. Check Windows 11s system requirements before buying, including TPM 2.0. Your code arrives by email right after purchase and has to be redeemed within 30 days. Run the Windows apps you need without buying a second computer. Through Nov. 1 at 11:59 p.m. PT, you can get a Microsoft Windows 11 Pro lifetime license for $9.97 (reg. $199). Microsoft Windows 11 Pro See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.
Clear out your iPhone storage with this $29.99 lifetime deal
Macworld TL;DR : Free up iPhone storage with a lifetime subscription to Cleaner Kit Premium, now $29.99 (reg. $104.97). An iPhone fills up quickly with burst shots, screenshots, and near-identical photos, and the usual fix is paying for a bigger iCloud plan. Cleaner Kit finds and deletes that clutter on the phone itself, and a lifetime subscription to the Premium plan is on sale for $29.99 (reg. $104.97). Cleaner Kit uses AI to scan your photo library for duplicates and low-quality shots. Photos are grouped by time period, then you just swipe right to keep a shot or left to archive it. Archived photos can be deleted right away or reviewed later. Videos you want to keep can be compressed to take up less space without losing visual quality. Contacts, email, and private files get cleaned up as well. Cleaner Kit merges duplicate contacts and removes empty entries. Your Gmail inbox is grouped by sender, so you can delete everything from one sender with a single tap. Private files and contacts can go into a locked vault, and the scanning happens on your phone , so your data never leaves it. More than 70 million people use Cleaner Kit, and it has a 4.5 out of 5 rating on the App Store from more than 280,000 ratings. This deal is for new users only and works on one iPhone running iOS 15 or later. Get your iPhone storage back without paying for more of it. Get a Cleaner Kit Premium Plan lifetime subscription for $29.99 (reg. $104.97). Cleaner Kit for iOS Premium Plan: Lifetime Subscription See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.
iPhone 18e Leaks Are Here: Launch Timeline And What You Can Expect
Apple is reportedly planning to launch the iPhone 18e in India next year, alongside the iPhone 18 and iPhone Air 2. While the company is still months away from introducing its next affordable iPhone, a new leak has offered a glimpse
Google DeepMind Introduces Genie 4 With Real-Time Simulation, Native Audio Generation
Google DeepMind on Tuesday announced Genie 4 as its latest world model. The Mountain View-based tech giant says it can create realistic, interactive simulations that respond to user inputs in real time. The world model is claimed to be capable of generating environments with natural movement, realistic physics, and native audio, including ambient sounds, music, and interactive character dialogue. As per Google, Genie 4 is currently being tested with trusted partners.
Motorola Signature 27 will be launched in India in November, as a dedicated microsite for the handset is now live on the Motorola India website. The microsite reveals that the Motorola Signature 27 will be powered by Qualcomms octa-core Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chipset, which delivers a peak clock speed of up to 5.01GHz. The handset will also feature a quad rear camera unit, housed inside a redesigned rectangular camera module. It will also ship with the Bang & Olufsen audio system. The phone will be offered in at least black and green colour options.
Xiaomi 18 Specifications Leaked; Said to Feature Dual 200-Megapixel Cameras
Xiaomi 18 is tipped to arrive with a compact display. The upcoming smartphone is tipped to feature Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chipset. It is rumoured to feature a 7,000mAh battery. The Xiaomi 18 is tipped to come with a dual 200-megapixel rear camera setup. It is also said to retain a relatively compact form factor.
Infinix Note 70 Pro Spotted on Geekbench Revealing Key Specifications: Here's What You Need to Know
The Infinix Note 70 Pro is the unannounced successor to the Note 60 Pro, which was launched as a mid-range smartphone in India a few months ago. The devices highlight was its Active Matrix Display embedded into its rear camera module, which lit up to display notifications. The Infinix Note 70 Pro has now appeared on Geekbench, revealing its performance hardware details.
Apples OLED Touchscreen MacBook Pro Could Reportedly Cost More Than Current Models
Having already launched the iPad mini (2026), M6-powered MacBook Pro, and the iMac (2026) in recent days, Apples focus is now shifting to the touchscreen MacBook with an OLED screen. The Cupertino-based tech giant is expected to unveil the laptop at its Pro and Tell showcase later today. Ahead of its anticipated debut, a seasoned journalist has speculated on its pricing. It could be significantly more expensive than the previous generation MacBooks.
Bitcoin Holds Above $80,000 as ETF Inflows Return
Bitcoin remains above $80,000 as traders await the US Federal Reserves policy decision and assess the possibility of a rate hike in December. US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded fresh inflows after two sessions of substantial withdrawals, although institutional confidence remains fragile. Market participants are also monitoring key Bitcoin support and resistance levels as global equities and economic data influence sentiment.
Apple says a small number of iPhone Duo inner display impacted
iPhone Duo challenges Samsungs foldables across the world, while competing with Google, Huawei, Vivo and Motorola in global market
Land Rover Defender Gets Cheaper in India as Local Assembly Begins: New Prices Revealed
Redmi K100 Launched With 10,000mAh Battery, 50-Megapixel Rear Camera: Price, Specifications
Redmi K100 has been launched in China as the standard model in the companys K100 series. The smartphone will go on sale in the country on October 31 via the Xiaomi online store. The handset is offered in three colour options, namely Black, Fluorescent Green, and Snow Rock White (translated from Chinese). It is powered by Qualcomms Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. The Redmi K100 boasts a 10,000mAh battery and offers support for 100W wired fast charging. It carries a dual rear camera unit, with a 50-megapixel primary shooter.
The Redmi Clip Neo are priced at CNY 399 (roughly Rs. 38,000) in China, with a limited-edition Redmi CryingCenter gift box available for CNY 449 (roughly Rs. 42,700). The earbuds feature 12mm dual-magnetic drivers, four preset equaliser modes and a custom 10-band equaliser. They support Bluetooth 5.4, dual-device connectivity and AI-assisted call noise reduction. Additional features include customisable button controls, Xiaomi's Super Xiao AI and HyperOS integration. Each earbud weighs 5.3g and offers up to seven hours of playback, with a total of 32 hours using the charging case.
Samsung is rolling out the stable One UI 9 update, based on Android 17, to the Galaxy M56, Galaxy M17, Galaxy F17, and Galaxy A35 in India. The update includes the October 2026 security patch and software improvements. The software brings interface updates, system improvements, and updated security protections to the mid-range phones. Users can check for the update through the Software update section in Settings.
Garena Free Fire India Launch Today: How To Download, Gameplay Features And All Details
Garena Free Fire is finally making a comeback in India and the wait has been a long one. Garena's battle royale game which was taken off the Indian market in 2022 is returning today, October 28, with a dedicated version for
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iOS 27.2 brings two new features to Apple's CarPlay
iOS 27.2 comes with some changes for Apple CarPlay, too.
Apple Pro And Tell Event Today: What To Expect, How To Watch Livestream
Apple has been on a launch spree this week and has already announced the new iPad Mini, MacBook Pro and iMac. And tonight, it is finally time for the big reveal. The Apple Pro and Tell event is taking place today,
Apple Shares New Apple Watch Survival Stories
Apple today continued with its True Apple Watch Story series, featuring two more people who credit the Apple Watch with saving their lives. In the first video, Morgan tells the story of how her Apple Watch woke her up with high heart rate alerts. She ended up having a kidney infection and was going into septic shock. The second video features a man named Josh, who used the Apple Watch to lose weight. He weighed 340 pounds until the Apple Watch motivated him to be more active. Apple previously shared the story of a woman who was alerted to changes in her resting heart rate. When she went to the doctor, she was diagnosed with an aggressive cancer, but was able to get treatment. Related Roundup: Apple Watch 12 Tag: Apple Ads Buyer's Guide: Apple Watch (Buy Now) Related Forum: Apple Watch This article, Apple Shares New Apple Watch Survival Stories first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Apple Shares tvOS 27.2 Release Notes With List of New Features
tvOS 27.2 was released on Monday for the Apple TV 4K (2nd generation) and newer, but the Apple TV does not show release notes for software updates in the Settings app. Instead, Apple periodically updates a support document outlining what is new in tvOS updates, and the release notes for tvOS 27.2 are now available. Note that Apple never released a tvOS 27.1 version, so tvOS 27.2 is the first Apple TV software update since tvOS 27 was released in September. Apple says tvOS 27.2 includes a few FaceTime enhancements, plus the ability to shuffle through different screen saver categories. In addition, the Find My app now supports the Siri Remote (2nd generation) and later , but Precision Finding is limited to the Siri Remote (4th generation). The update also contains bug fixes and security patches . Here are Apple's full tvOS 27.2 release notes: This update brings new ways to stay connected with FaceTime, personalize your screen saver, and locate your Siri Remote with Find My, along with bug fixes and security updates for your Apple TV 4K. FaceTime FaceTime links make it easier to join calls directly from your Apple TV. Sign language interpreter and captioning support lets you add third-party services to your calls. Screen Savers Photo personalization lets you use your iPhone to choose specific photos for your screen saver without sharing your full library with Apple TV. Shuffle option lets you enjoy different screen saver categories as your Apple TV cycles through them. Find My Find My support lets you locate your Siri Remote (2nd generation) or later using your iPhone. Apple said Siri AI will be available on the Apple TV 4K (2nd generation) and newer , but this functionality is not yet enabled on these models on tvOS 27.2. The new Apple TV 4K (4th generation) launches on Friday, November 13, and Siri AI is one of its headline new features, so perhaps the feature will come to older models closer to then. Related Roundup: Apple TV Buyer's Guide: Apple TV (Buy Now) Related Forum: Apple TV and Home Theater This article, Apple Shares tvOS 27.2 Release Notes With List of New Features first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Discord public server messages may be soon searchable on Google, but you can opt out
The platform's Discoverable Servers are about to get a lot more discoverable.
How to change and customize your Android Auto display
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Macworld Podcast: iPhone Duo review
Macworld The iPhone Duo isnt just a major iPhone release, its a landmark product in Apples lineup. We talk about our experience with the new folding phone in this episode of the Macworld Podcast. This is episode 1006 with Michael Simon , Jason Cross , and Roman Loyola . Episode 1006 on YouTube Episode 1006 on Apple Podcasts Episode 1006 on Spotify Get Info Click on the links below for more information on what was discussed on the show. iPhone Duo guide: Release date, price, specs and more Apple to iPhone Duo buyers: We promise your favorite apps will look great (eventually) Trying to snag an iPhone Duo? These stock-checking sites might help The MacBook Pros innovative Touch Bar will grab you Apple iPhone Duo Price When Reviewed: $1999 Best Prices Today: $1999 at Apple Comment Corner Do you expect Apple will develop a single-user, folding-screen iPad running software that combines all iOS and macOS features? Joseph G. via email Subscribe to the Macworld Podcast You can subscribe to the Macworld Podcastor leave us a review! right here in the Podcasts app . The Macworld Podcast is also available on Spotify and on the Macworld Podcast YouTube channel . Or you can point your favorite podcast-savvy RSS reader at: https://feeds.megaphone.fm/macworld To find previous episodes, visit Macworlds podcast page or our home on MegaPhone . Apple
OLED Touchscreen MacBook Pro Could Start at
Apple's 14-inch OLED MacBook Pro with an M5 Pro chip could be $400 more expensive than the current model, reports Bloomberg . Apple has discussed charging $2,899 for the upcoming M5 Pro model. The current M5 Pro MacBook Pro starts at $2,499. The 16-inch OLED MacBook Pro could start at $3,399 if it gets the same $400 price increase, though Bloomberg suggests the larger version might be even more expensive. Apple is adding OLED touchscreens to the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro, but they will use the same M5 Pro and M5 Max chips as the current models. Other features include a Dynamic Island , a redesigned hinge that keeps the display steady when touched, thinner bezels, and a slimmer and lighter body. Apple updated the cooling system to cut weight and improve airflow through the hinge. Apple is expected to continue selling the existing mini-LED MacBook Pro models alongside the more expensive OLED models, so customers who don't want to pay for touch will have a more affordable option. The OLED MacBook Pro models will be unveiled tomorrow morning, with pre-orders set to begin at 10:10 a.m. Pacific Time. Apple also plans to accept pre-orders for the OLED iPad mini , the M6 iMac , and the entry-level M6 MacBook Pro. Related Roundup: MacBook Pro Tag: OLED Buyer's Guide: MacBook Pro (Coming Soon) Related Forum: MacBook Pro This article, OLED Touchscreen MacBook Pro Could Start at $2,899 first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
What are wrong number text scams, and how can you avoid them?
It's not an honest mistake; it's the start of an attack on your wallet.
iPhone 18e reportedly comes with 2nm A20 chip and 60Hz screen
The leaks suggest the front camera could also see a boost.
ChatGPT can work with your iCloud Mail and Calendar thanks to new plugin support
You can use the AI assistant to update calendar events and search your inbox, among other things.
M6 iMac Sticks With Its Five-Year-Old Color Lineup
The new M6 iMac models come in the same color options as the 2024 model, despite reports suggesting we could see new shades. You can buy the M6 iMac in green, yellow, orange, pink, purple, blue, and silver. Those are the seven colors that Apple used for the original 2021 iMac design. Apple tweaked the colors in 2024 to make the back of the iMac a more vibrant shade in those seven colors, but no further changes were made this year. Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman said back in August that some new color options would be available for the M6 iMac models, but unfortunately, we're stuck with the colors we've had for years. The new iMac has the M6 chip that was previously added to the Mac mini . It also includes a faster SSD and an N1 networking chip with Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6. Pricing starts at $1,499. iMacs still ship with color-matched accessories and cables, so color choice matters more than with most Mac purchases. Pre-orders for the M6 iMac start on October 28 at 10:10 a.m. Pacific Time, and it launches on Friday, November 6. Related Roundup: iMac Buyer's Guide: iMac (Coming Soon) Related Forum: iMac This article, M6 iMac Sticks With Its Five-Year-Old Color Lineup first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Researchers develop wearable sensors to track movement during sports and exercise
What does a good biceps curl look like? Walk into a busy gym, and the answer may vary from one person to the next. Some people learn by watching a trainer, while others copy fellow gym-goers or follow videos on their phones. Without regular supervision, beginners may not recognize when their form changes or a movement is being performed incorrectly.
Amazon wins FCC approval for $11.5 billion Globalstar acquisition to challenge Starlink
The approval strengthens Amazons plans for satellite broadband and direct-to-device connectivity as technology companies compete for a growing market
Buying a new MacBook Pro? This Anker 240W Thunderbolt 5 cable is a must-have for just $38
Macworld Anker Thunderbolt 5 View Deal (function () { document.querySelector(#sticky-promo-block a).addEventListener(click, function(e) { const debug = document.location.host.search(/lndo.site|go-vip.net/) !== -1; const text = this.closest(#sticky-promo-block).querySelector(p.promo-title).textContent; const data = { event: stickyConversionUnitClick, eventCategory: Sticky Conversion, eventAction: Click, eventLabel: text }; if(debug)console.log(Sticky Conversion CLick - pushing to dataLayer: , data); dataLayer.push(data); return true; }); })(); If you have or plan on buying a new MacBook Pro, there are loads of docks and drives that take full advantage of the tremendous speed boosts provided by Thunderbolt 5. However, Apple doesnt provide you with a cable, so youll need to buy one separately. You could pay Apple $69 for one, or you can grab a 3.3ft cable for $8 , down from its $46 MSRP. This Anker cable is as impressive as Thunderbolt 5 is. With 80Gbps data transfers, Anker says you can move a 5GB file in just 1 second. Thats a massive amount of data that moves before you can blink. Its a serious charging cable, too, supporting up to 240W. This short cable can push your 16-inch MacBook Pro from 0 to 50 percent in less than half an hour. When it comes to multitasking, this cable also supports 8K displays at 60Hz, while bandwidth can reach up to 120Gbps, keeping everything smooth and sharp. Of course, youll only get to enjoy this cables full potential if your laptop, dock, or drive also supports Thunderbolt 5, but while you wait to buy one you can still use it on any Thunderbolt 4 or USB-C device, just at alower speeds. So, go ahead and future-proof your next MacBook accessories with this $38 Anker Thunderbolt 5 cable.
Rockstar workers in the UK will hold a union vote just as GTA 6 is released
A legal case alleging union-busting at the game developer will also wrap next month.
ChatGPT Can Now Access Your iCloud Mail and Calendar
OpenAI today said it added iCloud Mail and Calendar plugins to ChatGPT. With the iCloud Calendar integration, ChatGPT can read, schedule, and update events that show up on your iPhone's Calendar app or any third-party app that uses iCloud Calendar. The Mail integration lets ChatGPT search and read iCloud Mail, manage messages and drafts, send email, and look up iCloud contacts. iCloud Mail uses an Apple-provided email address that ends in @icloud.com, @me.com, or @mac.com. ChatGPT can only see your iCloud Mail, not other accounts that are in the iOS Mail app, like Gmail or Outlook. You will need to create an app-specific password for both iCloud Mail and iCloud Calendar. iCloud plugins give ChatGPT some of the same access that Siri AI has to personal data, expanding what the chatbot can do. iCloud access can also be used for Dots, the proactive AI agent that OpenAI launched last month. The iCloud plugins are available on all plans across the web, desktop, and iOS. Tags: ChatGPT , OpenAI This article, ChatGPT Can Now Access Your iCloud Mail and Calendar first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
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Grand Theft Auto VI reportedly requires a 210GB download
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Google's Android Registered App Stores program launches Dec. 1, applications now open
Easier app installs are coming to third-party stores, pending Google's stamp of approval.
NASAs Ranger 3 and Ranger 5 carried seismometer capsules inside 65-centimetre balsa-wood spheres meant to survive a Moon impact. Both missed the Moon in 1962 and entered solar orbit. The missions reveal an unusual piece of early space race engineering, and show how failed spacecraft can still return useful scientific data.
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Tata Electronics exports near Rs 1 lakh crore in FY26 as Apple deepens India push
Tata Electronics achieved nearly 1 lakh crore in exports during FY26, reflecting a 29% increase from the previous year. The company reported significant export revenues from the US, Taiwan, and Ireland, highlighting its growing role in Apple's supply chain. Despite this growth, the company faced a consolidated net loss of 1,611 crore in FY26, compared to 69 crore in FY25.
Why buying a Mac mini over a MacBook might be the smarter move
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The early bird gets the worm. Here are the best Black Friday deals for 2026 you can already get right now.
Best Buy Details Black Friday Plans With Early Deals Available on Halloween
With Halloween just around the corner, Best Buy this week is detailing its sale plans for the holiday, as well as the rest of the year. This includes a special event on Friday, October 30, and the usual month-long discounts leading up to Black Friday on Friday, November 27. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Best Buy. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. Best Buy will kick off its holiday sales with DoorBOOsters on the day before Halloween, with additional doorbusters dropping on select tech products every week of the holiday season. My Best Buy Plus and Total members can expect to get added rewards for select doorbusters this season as well. SITEWIDE SALE Best Buy Halloween Sale Afterwards, Best Buy's Black Friday sale will officially start on Thursday, November 19 and run through Saturday, November 28. Cyber Monday deals will then appear on Sunday, November 29 and run through Monday, November 30. There will also be a week of last-minute savings from December 18 through December 24. Deals Available Now Ahead of these events, there are also a few notable discounts happening at Best Buy this week , including great deals on TVs, Apple products , and more. This event is available to all customers and doesn't require a My Best Buy Plus or Total membership. Apple - Save on iPad, AirTag, Apple Watch, and more Horror video games - Save up to 40% Nintendo Switch 2 - Save on select accessories Smart TVs - Starting as low as $69.99 Ring products - Save up to 55% If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find as we head into the holidays? You can sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple Deals This article, Best Buy Details Black Friday Plans With Early Deals Available on Halloween first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Apple launches MacBook Pro and iMac with M6 chip, updates Creator Studio
Apple has launched the 14-inch MacBook Pro and 24-inch iMac with M6 chips, alongside new AI features for Creator Studio. Both Macs will be available for pre-order in India from October 28
Walmart reveals first details on upcoming 2026 Black Friday sale
Walmart has now revealed the first details about its upcoming 2026 Black Friday sale, just after Best Buy dished up the details on its month-long event, Walmart has now officially announced when its massive 2026 sale will kick-off as well. You can score AirTag 2 at the lowest price ever today New Apple TV 4K pre-order discount still live at Amazon, but Walmart might deliver it faster Upgrade your iPhone Duo setup with a fresh set of AirPods Pro 3 at $50 off more
Best Buy announces massive month-long 2026 Black Friday sale, here
Best Buy has now officially confirmed its Black Friday plans , and the deals will once again be starting well ahead of Thanksgiving and Black Friday proper. In an official announcement, Best Buy has now announced that it will be running a massive month-long sale across several discount events starting at the end of this month and running right through November. You can score AirTag 2 at the lowest price ever today New Apple TV 4K pre-order discount still live at Amazon, but Walmart might deliver it faster Upgrade your iPhone Duo setup with a fresh set of AirPods Pro 3 at $50 off more
Why does the FCC hate Minions routers?
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Apple Creator Studio gets a major AI boost with latest update
Macworld On Tuesday, Apple announced new features in the apps for Apple Creator Studio , its collection of professional creative apps for Mac, iPhone, and iPad. The updates will be available in November for free to current Creator Studio subscribers. Each of the 10 apps that make up Creator Studio received a major update. Video software updates Apple acquired plug-in developer MotionVFX earlier this year; the company specialized in video editing and graphics tools subscriptions that cost for $29 per month. The MotionVFX tools for color grading, rotoscoping, and tracking, as well as graphics, themed templates, titles, and transitions will be incorporated into Final Cut Pro in the update for no extra charge. Final Cut Pro now has cross-app functionality with Pixelmator Pro, so editors can open images directly from the timeline and save changes back to the project without needing to reimport the image. Other enhancements include more keyframe easing options, the ability to disconnect clips from the primary storyline to place them anywhere on the timeline, and 23 new transcription languages. Apple Motion also benefits from the MotionVFX acquisition; it incorporates new options for 3D camera tracking, cinematic color grading, and one-click selection for visual effects. Motion also supports a new Displacement filter, image generation and edits from text descriptions, cross-app functionality with Pixelmator Pro, and fine-tuned keyframe easing. Compressor supports the ability to encode Cinematic mode video recorded on iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo . Pixelmator Pro Pixelmator Pro gets the power of AI with its new Generate Fill option that performs edits based on a users description. It takes into account the surrounding area to match lighting, perspective, and texture to create a seamless blend. Sharpness is maintained with Pixelmator Pros built-in Super Resolution technology. Logic Pro Apple worked with OpenAI for a new intelligent assistant in Logic Pro for Mac. The assistant can be used for navigating workflow productions, refining an active project, starting a new song, or setting up a vocal track. The Browser has been redesigned to make it easier to find effect patches, instruments, loops, and more. Logic Pro can analyze and classify sounds to make them easier to find. The enhanced Stem Splitter now has the ability to isolate, replace, or rebalance drum parts without needing the original multitracks. A new Sergio George Producer Pack features authentic Latin jazz and salsa loops, including a full salsa percussion section, brass ensemble, and basses. Apple Logic Pro also has a Voice Memo Studio Sound feature that can reduce noise in iPhone recordings. And Logic Pro on both the Mac and iPad has Liquid Glass Ui enhancements. Freeform, Keynote, Numbers, Pages Apples productivity apps are enhanced by a new Intelligent Assistant that understands document context and can be used to develop content. For example, the assistant in Keynote can be used to design slides. In Pages , the assistant can help with fine-tuning whats been written. In Numbers , the assistant can calculate, visualize, and organize data, recommend chart types, and build custom tables. Apple accidentally revealed these features last week when it prematirely posted the update early. The Content Hub for these apps now includes Apple-curated stock video footage, and subscribers get new templates and themes. Keynote introduces support for Keynote Interchange Format (.keyx), an open JSON-based bundle file format. Freeform adds text styles, and in December, will have the ability to edit images directly in Pixelmator Pro and generate editable shapes from text descriptions. Apple Creator Studio is available via subscription for $12.99/12.99 per month or $129/129 per year. Education pricing is available. Up to six family members can share all of the apps and content included in Apple Creator Studio with Family Sharing. One-time-purchase versions of Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Pixelmator Pro, Motion, Compressor, and MainStage are available on the Mac App Store. Freeform, Keynote, Numbers, and Pages are free.
Apple Reportedly Plans to Release MacBook Neo 2 in First Half of 2027
Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman today reported that Apple plans to release a second-generation MacBook Neo in the first half of 2027. He previously mentioned that the new model will feature an A19 Pro chip, 12GB of RAM, and new color options. Released in March 2026, the current MacBook Neo has an A18 Pro chip with 8GB of RAM, and it is available in Silver, Blush, Citrus, and Indigo. In the U.S., the laptop initially started at $599, but Apple raised the price to $699 in June. Related Roundup: MacBook Neo Tag: Mark Gurman Buyer's Guide: MacBook Neo (Neutral) Related Forum: MacBook Neo This article, Apple Reportedly Plans to Release MacBook Neo 2 in First Half of 2027 first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
New backlit TV stand with built-in USB-C power strip gets first Amazon drop to $190
Over at Amazon you can find the recently-released Marsail 70-inch Mid-Century Backlit TV Stand for $189.99 shipped once you clip the on-page $10 off coupon. This unit hit the scene a couple of weeks ago and is now seeing its first discount. While its not the largest markdown in the world, this unit sets itself apart with a couple of headlining features that make it a good value at $200, with the discount just stepping things up a bit more. While there are few colorways to choose from, this dark brown style is the most affordable right now. Head below to learn more. more
Ninja 1400WP 72oz Capacity Professional Kitchen System w/ Auto-iQ $149.99
Ninja 1400WP 72oz Capacity Professional Kitchen System w/ Auto-iQ $149.99
Supfine Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max & 17 Pro Max Magnetic Case (Black) $5.58
Supfine Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max & 17 Pro Max Magnetic Case (Black) $5.58
Todays lineup of the best Apple TV deals is now ready to roll, including titles like Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast (2017), Moana (2016), The Hunchback of Notre Dame, The Jungle Book (2016), The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh, American Gangster, Blumhouse of Horrors 15-Movie Collection, Late Night with the Devil, Longlegs, Lincoln, and much more. We also have 20% off AirPods Pro 3 , the pre-order discount on the new Apple TV 4K rolls on, and we also have Apples least expensive M5 MacBook Air at $200 off with a FREE 70W charger as well. The Apple TV deals await below. more
Apple Creator Studio update adds MotionVFX to Final Cut, and AI to everywhere
Final Cut clips can finally be unlocked from the primary timeline - hallelujah.
Tight office space? Check out this compact two-tier standing desk with drawers for $110 (Save 21%)
HUANUO Compact Electric Standing Desk with Drawers Buy for $110 (Reg. $139) What we love If your office setup is anything like mine, you dont have room for a massive desk. That said, there are plenty of options like this unit that respect that and make the most of it. I love that it builds upwards with two tiers and four built-in drawers. more
Amazon is currently offering the Philips Sonicare 7300 Electric Toothbrush with 3x brush heads down at $139.96 shipped in Deep Black and Navy Blue colorways. Down from $200, weve mostly seen this model discounted to $170 in 2026, while there were some one-time falls to $133 in March and $100 in June. The deal here gives you a $60 markdown off the going rate, landing it at the best price since Junes Prime Day and beating out the fall Prime Day from a few weeks ago. You can also find other deals on alternate models and accessories in the official Amazon storefront here . more
Apple iPhone Duo vs Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold: The differences beyond foldable style
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Quarter-zip golf shirt hits $13.50 at Amazon across various colorways
Alex Vando Quarter-Zip Golf Shirt Buy for $13.50 (Reg. $20) What we love I dig the colorway and overall style here. In fact, I may just pick one of these up. There are various options to pick from, but Im most drawn to the bright blue and white look. That said, there are a whole lot more up for grabs, so go see them all for yourself. more
Two-tone dress shirts fall as low as $15 Prime shipped
Alex Vando Long Sleeve Dress Shirt Buy for $15 (Reg. $20) What we love I like clothing that has a couple of contrasting colors in play. This particular style fits the bill with a black design that is paired with an eye-catching red collar and cuffs. Even if the black and red look isnt for you, there are other shirts on sale, too, so go check them out. more
Apple Expected to Announce MacBook Pro With Touchscreen Tomorrow
Apple on Wednesday will announce 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models featuring touch-enabled OLED displays with thinner bezels, a Dynamic Island instead of a notch, M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, and a lighter and slightly thinner design, Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman reports . Apple is hosting a private Pro and tell experience in Los Angeles starting at 10 a.m. Pacific Time tomorrow. Related Roundup: MacBook Pro Tag: Mark Gurman Buyer's Guide: MacBook Pro (Coming Soon) Related Forum: MacBook Pro This article, Apple Expected to Announce MacBook Pro With Touchscreen Tomorrow first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
You can finally see who's talking in voice chat on PlayStation 5 here's how
You don't have to guess who's loudly eating chips in your PlayStation 5 party anymore - now you can see who's speaking in real-time.
Why India is buying Light Multi-Role Helicopters, and what the armed forces fly in this class today
On October 26, the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, gave Acceptance of Necessity, an in-principle approval, to capital acquisition proposals worth about Rs 2,12,000 crore. The Light Multi-Role Helicopter (LMRH) is one item in that package. It will be used by both the Army and the Air Force for reconnaissance [] The post Why India is buying Light Multi-Role Helicopters, and what the armed forces fly in this class today appeared first on Tfipost.com .
Apple today replaced the entry-level 14-inch MacBook Pro with a new M6 model, bringing more CPU and GPU cores, upgraded wireless connectivity, and more. How much has changed, and is it worth upgrading or choosing the newer model? The M6 MacBook Pro retains the previous model's design and most of its specifications, concentrating its improvements on processing performance and connectivity. Both models offer 16GB of starting memory, 1TB of starting storage, and up to 24 hours of battery life. The M5 MacBook Pro originally launched at $1,599 with 512GB of storage. Apple removed that configuration in March , making 1TB standard and increasing the starting price to $1,699. A further price increase in June brought it to $1,999 amid rising memory and storage costs. The M6 replaces that model at the same price. Here are all of the differences between the entry-level M5 and M6 MacBook Pro models: 14-Inch MacBook Pro (M5, 2025) 14-Inch MacBook Pro (M6, 2026) M5 chip made with TSMC's third-generation 3nm process (N3P) M6 chip made with TSMC's first-generation 2nm process (N2) FinFET transistors Gate-all-around nanosheet transistors 10-core CPU 12-core CPU 4 super cores and 6 efficiency cores 2 super cores, 4 performance cores, and 6 efficiency cores 10-core GPU with a Neural Accelerator in every core 12-core GPU with a Neural Accelerator in every core Enhanced shader cores Updated shader core architecture Second-generation Dynamic Caching Third-generation Dynamic Caching 16-core Neural Engine Dual 16-core Neural Engine, totaling 32 cores 153GB/s memory bandwidth across all memory configurations 16GB memory : 153GB/s 24GB or 32GB memory : 170GB/s Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) Bluetooth 5.3 Bluetooth 6 Broadcom wireless networking chip Apple N1 wireless networking chip Thread networking support Supports two external 4K displays at up to 144Hz each Supports two external 4K displays at up to 165Hz each Originally offered with 512GB storage; started with 1TB from March 2026 Starts with 1TB storage Originally $1,599; $1,699 from March and $1,999 from June; now discontinued by Apple Starts at $1,999 Should You Upgrade From the M5 MacBook Pro? For existing M5 MacBook Pro owners, there is very little reason to upgrade. The M6 is a small refresh aimed primarily at buyers replacing a much older machine, with improvements to performance and connectivity that leave the overall experience essentially unchanged. It offers no increase in memory capacity, additional ports, or longer battery life. If the M5 model already handles your work comfortably, the newer model provides little practical incentive to replace it. If your current computer can last a little longer, it may also be worth waiting. A redesigned entry-level MacBook Pro with an M7 chip is reportedly planned for as early as the first half of 2027 , potentially offering a more substantial upgrade than the M6 refresh. Should You Buy the M5 or M6 MacBook Pro? For buyers replacing an Intel-based Mac or an older Apple silicon machine, the M5 and M6 deliver much the same experience. The more consequential improvements come from the hardware they share, so the price and configuration should carry more weight than the chip generation. M5 vs. M6 Chip Buyer's Guide: How Much Better Really Is M6? At the same price, memory, storage, and condition, choose the M6. Its newer chip and wireless connectivity are welcome additions, but there is little reason to pay substantially more for them. A discounted M5 model is likely to be the better value for many buyers. Used and refurbished M5 models offer another potential saving: the 512GB configuration that Apple discontinued in March . If you do not need 1TB of internal storage, this version may provide a more affordable route to essentially the same MacBook Pro experience. The M6 starts at 1TB, leaving no equivalent lower-capacity option. A well-priced M5 with enough memory and storage for your work is still a sensible purchase, while the M6 is the straightforward choice when comparable models cost close to the same amount. Related Roundup: MacBook Pro Buyer's Guide: MacBook Pro (Coming Soon) Related Forum: MacBook Pro This article, M5 vs. M6 MacBook Pro Buyer's Guide: All Differences Compared first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
New iMac Available With 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Port on Power Adapter
The new iMac with the M6 chip can be configured with a 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet port, which is built into the power adapter rather than the computer. The port is a $30 upgrade option for the lower-end iMac and comes standard with the higher-end model. For the previous model, the optional Ethernet port is limited to 1 Gigabit. Related Roundup: iMac Buyer's Guide: iMac (Coming Soon) Related Forum: iMac This article, New iMac Available With 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Port on Power Adapter first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
LEGO Botanicals Succulents set Buy for $33 (Reg. $40) What we love LEGO Botanicals has grown into one of the most popular themes, with the 771 pieces in this set stacking up to give you a beautiful assortment of nine decorative plants, with succulents being the main focus. Inspired by real-life plants and flowers, the brickwork recreates beautiful shapes, textures, and colors to enhance your dcor, whether thats at home, in your office, or elsewhere. more
Give your battlestation a serious upgrade with Samsung
Over at Woot, youll find Samsungs Odyssey G60SD 27-inch OLED gaming monitor down at $559.99 Prime shipped (a $6 delivery fee will apply otherwise). This model originally launched at $900 and has more recently been hovering around the $780 mark at Amazon . Todays deal at Woot knocks $220 off that recent going rate to land at one of the lowest prices weve tracked so far. We did see it briefly fall to $500 during the Back to School sale a couple of months ago, and todays offer comes within just $60 of that all-time low. Head below for more details, along with deals on a handful of other display as part of its ongoing monitor sale . more
Apple's latest iMac skips the M5 chip and moves directly to the M6, bringing faster performance, improved connectivity, and faster storage. So how much has changed since the M4 model arrived in 2024, and is it worth upgrading? The M6 iMac starts at $1,499 in the United States, with the four-port configuration starting at $1,699. While the entry price is $200 higher than the M4 model's original $1,299 launch price, the outgoing model had already risen to $1,499 earlier in 2026. With much of the iMac experience unchanged, existing M4 owners may be weighing up whether the performance improvements justify replacing their machine, while new buyers may be considering a discounted older model. Here are the key differences between the M4 and M6 iMac: iMac (M4, 2024) iMac (M6, 2026) M4 chip made using TSMC's second-generation 3nm process (N3E) M6 chip made using TSMC's first-generation 2nm process (N2) FinFET transistors Gate-all-around nanosheet transistors Two-port model : 8-core CPU with 4 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores Four-port model : 10-core CPU with 4 performance cores and 6 efficiency cores Two-port model : 10-core CPU with 2 super cores, 3 performance cores, and 5 efficiency cores Four-port model : 12-core CPU with 2 super cores, 4 performance cores, and 6 efficiency cores Two CPU core types: performance and efficiency Three CPU core types: super, performance, and efficiency Two-port model : 8-core GPU Four-port model : 10-core GPU Two-port model : 10-core GPU Four-port model : 12-core GPU Integrated Neural Accelerator in every GPU core GPU shader cores without dedicated Neural Accelerators GPU shader cores with a dedicated Neural Accelerator in every core First-generation Dynamic Caching Updated Dynamic Caching Second-generation hardware-accelerated ray tracing Hardware-accelerated ray tracing with up to 2x higher gaming performance compared with M4, according to Apple One 16-core Neural Engine Two 16-core Neural Engines, totaling 32 cores, which system frameworks can use simultaneously 120GB/s unified memory bandwidth Up to 170GB/s unified memory bandwidth SSD storage SSD storage with PCIe 5.0 support and up to 2x faster read and write performance Broadcom wireless networking chip Apple N1 wireless networking chip Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) Bluetooth 5.3 Bluetooth 6 Thread networking technology Two-port model : Optional Gigabit Ethernet Four-port model : Gigabit Ethernet as standard Two-port model : Optional 2.5Gb Ethernet Four-port model : 2.5Gb Ethernet as standard Two-port model : One external display up to 6K at 60Hz Two-port model : One external display up to 6K at 60Hz or 4K at 165Hz Four-port model : Two external displays up to 6K at 60Hz, or one external display up to 8K at 60Hz Four-port model : Two external displays up to 6K at 60Hz or 4K at 165Hz, or one external display up to 8K at 60Hz, 5K at 120Hz, or 4K at 240Hz Four-port model : Support for two external displays over a single Thunderbolt port 100% recycled gold plating and tin solder in multiple printed circuit boards 100% recycled gold plating and tin solder in all Apple-designed printed circuit boards Over 20% of manufacturing electricity sourced from low-carbon electricity 40% of manufacturing electricity sourced from renewable electricity Apple claims the following workflow improvements for the M6 iMac compared with the M4 model: Up to 1.5x faster performance in Microsoft Excel. Up to 2x faster graphics performance for photo editing in Affinity. Up to 5x faster prompt processing in LM Studio. Up to 2x higher gaming performance with ray tracing. Is It Worth Upgrading From the M4 to M6 iMac? For most M4 iMac owners, there is little reason to upgrade. The M6's performance improvements are substantial in certain tasks, but casual tasks such as browsing, email, video calls, and streaming are already comfortably within the M4's capabilities. With the same display, camera, speakers, and overall design, the new model is unlikely to meaningfully change how most households use their iMac. Occasional photo editing or gaming can benefit from the M6, but these improvements alone are difficult to justify replacing an otherwise capable computer. The faster networking similarly offers limited incentive unless your current connection is a particular frustration and the rest of your equipment can support the upgrade. For the typical M4 iMac owner, keeping the existing machine is the sensible choice. Should You Buy the M4 or M6 iMac? For buyers choosing a new family computer, the M6 iMac is the straightforward choice when comparable configurations are close in price. Its additional performance provides more room for demanding apps and games as your needs change, while retaining the familiar all-in-one experience. However, a substantially discounted M4 iMac remains an appealing purchase. Most households will get much the same everyday experience, making the saving more useful than the M6's additional processing power. Related Roundup: iMac Buyer's Guide: iMac (Coming Soon) Related Forum: iMac This article, M4 vs. M6 iMac Buyer's Guide: Should You Upgrade? first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Vivo's X500 Pro Max is another camera-focused smartphone with more video tricks
Vivo and Oppo are launching similar phones with different priorities.
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Apple launches new 14-inch MacBook Pro with M6 chip and enhanced features
Apple announced its new 14-inch MacBook Pro featuring the M6 chip, promising significant performance upgrades and 24 hours of battery life. Apple launches new 14-inch MacBook Pro with M6 chip and enhanced features
