Perplexity's 'teammates' are the company's AI agents for daily work tasks
Perplexity launches personal AI agents that can act as your 'teammates.'
The New York Times Company is reportedly trying to buy Letterboxd for $330 million
The New York Times Company declined to comment on The New York Times' story.
Garena Free Fire MAX redeem codes for November 6, 2026: Get free weapon skins and more
Garena Free Fire MAX players can try a fresh set of redeem codes on November 6, 2026, to claim free in-game items. The latest list includes 19 codes that may unlock rewards such as weapon skins, outfits, character items and other
You Can Get The iPhone 17 For Under Rs 60,000 But There Is A Catch
The iPhone 17 is now available at a much lower effective price on Flipkart and you can get it for as low as under
New to a WhatsApp group? Here's how Android and iOS users can access recent chat history on WhatsApp
WhatsApp's new feature lets group members share recent message history with newcomers, helping them catch up on conversations they missed. Users can choose how many messages, including pinned messages, to share. The feature works when adding members directly or when someone joins through an invite link. Here's how Android, iOS and desktop users can use it.
Use GPT, Claude, and Gemini on your Mac for life for $69.97
Macworld TL;DR: Replace your separate AI writing, image, and audio apps with a 1min.AI lifetime subscription for $69.97 (reg. $540). Writing, image editing, and voiceovers each tend to need their own AI app with their own monthly bill. Mac users who make content often pay for three or four of them at once. You can avoid that with 1min.AI , an all-in-one AI app for macOS, and its Advanced Business Plan lifetime subscription drops to $69.97 (reg. $540). For images, you can generate new pictures, upscale old ones, remove backgrounds or stray objects, and turn a rough sketch into a finished image. Writing help includes a rewriter, expander, shortener, and summarizer. In the chat window, you choose between GPT-5.5 Pro, Claude 4.6 Sonnet, Gemini 3.1 Pro, and other models. Audio and video tools are in the same app, with text-to-speech, voice cloning, a caption generator, and YouTube summaries. Every month, youll get 4 million credits, enough for about 1,186 images or 1.1 million words. Visiting the web app each day adds 15,000 bonus credits, up to 450,000 a month on top of that. Up to 20 people can share one account, and 1min.AI also runs on iPhone and iPad for edits away from your desk. AI drafts still need a human edit, so plan to review what it makes before you publish it. Write, design, and record with AI from one Mac app. Get a 1min.AI Advanced Business Plan lifetime subscription on sale for $69.97. Offer ends November 8. 1min.AI Advanced Business Plan Lifetime Subscription See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change .
YouTube Replaces Subscriptions Tab With New Home Page in Major App Interface Redesign
YouTube has announced a big new change to its app on iOS and Android. Users opening their respective apps may be a bit surprised to see the usual Subscriptions tab disappear. YouTube has replaced the popular Subscriptions tab with a new Home Page, which requires some adjustment as it's not always visible after launch.
Apple Celebrates Diwali With New Shot on iPhone 18 Pro Film Directed by Raw Mango
Apple has released a new Shot on iPhone film for Diwali, titled Step into the Light, in collaboration with Indian fashion brand Raw Mango. Directed by Raw Mango founder Sanjay Garg, Apple claims the film was shot entirely on the iPhone 18 Pro at Tijara Fort, a restored 19th-century royal palace in Rajasthan. It features performers from different parts of India. Apple has also highlighted the iPhone 18 Pro's camera capabilities, particularly its low-light performance, as part of the campaign.
Toyota Innova Crysta Limo Launched in India at Rs 19.95 Lakh: All Major Details Inside
Airbnb is threatening to launch an AI travel agent next year
Airbnb is developing an AI travel agent that it says will eventually be able to help plan your whole trip.
WhatsApp Adds Events Home Hub and Guest RSVPs for Users Without Accounts
WhatsApp has announced multiple updates for the Event feature. The company said that the new features will be rolled out to all users in the coming weeks. Among the new features, the company has added the ability to share WhatsApp event links with users who do not have a WhatsApp account, such as the WhatsApp Guest Call functionality. Users can now create an event, add a cover photo, and share the link directly with others. The RSVP status, whether the invited person will be attending the event or not, will be shown to the user who created the event. The invited members do not have to download the app or create a WhatsApp account to RSVP to the event.
ElevenLabs Partners With SoundCloud to Let Users Publish AI-Generated Music Directly
ElevenMusic, the AI music generation platform from ElevenLabs, and SoundCloud announced a partnership. With this, ElevenMusic is enabling creators to publish their music directly beyond its own platform through a new integration with SoundCloud. The new integration allows creators to experiment and produce music in ElevenMusic, then publish directly to SoundCloud without interrupting their creative workflow.
OpenAI Introduces GPT-6 Cyber With Improved Vulnerability Detection and Exploit Development
OpenAI announced GPT-6 Cyber on Thursday as its latest AI model to help security researchers identify software vulnerabilities, develop working exploits, and create fixes. According to the San Francisco-based company, it delivers significant improvements over GPT-5.6 Cyber on cybersecurity benchmarks, including a 51 percent relative improvement on ExploitGym. The AI model is also claimed to be capable of following authorised testing boundaries more reliably. OpenAI says GPT-6 Cyber has already helped uncover vulnerabilities in widely used software.
An AI Agent May Soon Help With Your Travel Plans, Thanks To Airbnb
Planning a holiday could soon become a lot easier, with AI helping you find places to visit, compare stays and organise your itinerary. Airbnb is now working on an AI-powered travel agent that aims to take care of much more than
Okay folks here we go, Best Buy has now officially launched its early Black Friday deals and the second batch of Doorbusters. Alongside the all-time low now live on the new Google Home Speaker , the ongoing pre-order discount on the new Apple HomeView , these Apple Watch Ultra 4 models at nearly $100 off , and Apples AirPods Pro 3 at $50 off , we are getting an influx of brand new discounts starting today as part of Best Buys official early Black Friday sale . Everything is waiting right here and youll find even more details below. more
Samsung Galaxy S27 could be launched in India soon, as the smartphone has been spotted in the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) database, according to a report. The phone is reportedly listed with the model number SM-S952B/DS, which reportedly belongs to one of the variants of the rumoured Samsung Galaxy S27. The listing suggests that the handset could be launched in India soon. However, the South Korean tech giant has yet to confirm these details. It is worth noting that the anticipated launch of the handset is still months away. According to previous reports, the Samsung Galaxy S27 series is expected to be launched in India and other global markets in January or February 2027. It is expected to arrive with the other three rumoured Samsung Galaxy S27 series handsets.
Oppo Find X10 Ultra and vivo X500 Ultra could launch soon. While earlier leaks had hinted at substantial improvements to the camera hardware on both devices, a new leak has now offered more details about their expected camera configurations. The Find X10 Ultra is said to feature a quad rear camera unit including three 200-megapixel cameras and a dedicated 50-megapixel 10x periscope telephoto sensor. Vivo X500 Ultra could arrive with a 200-megapixel primary camera and a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto shooter.
Motorola has launched two new wearable devices alongside its Motorola Signature 27 flagship. The first device is the Moto Watch 2 Fit which runs RTOS operating system and will reportedly last 7 days on full charge. The second, is the Moto Buds 2 Ultra which the brand claims is its most feature-packed TWS earphones yet.
Apple Wants To Know Your Feedback On The iPhone Duo
We all know that the iPhone Duo didn
OnePlus 16 India Launch Soon? Report Says Company Held Meeting In Mumbai
The OnePlus 16 made its debut in China recently and the phone may be heading to India soon. A new leak has just claimed that the company held a meeting in Mumbai for the launch. Read on to know what
Instagram Launches Edits for Mac With Multi-Track Video Editing, 4K Exports
Instagram has launched a desktop version of its video creation app, Edits, for macOS. According to the Meta-owned platform, the Edits app for Mac brings a more comprehensive editing workspace to Mac users, with a multi-track timeline, keyframe controls, colour grading tools, and support for custom fonts and audio. It also allows creators to export videos in resolutions of up to 4K without watermarks and publish them directly to Instagram. The desktop launch comes as Edits crosses 50 million users, just over a year after its debut on mobile devices, according to the company.
Apple Reportedly Lowers AI Spending Limits for Engineers Amid Cost-Cutting Push
Apple is said to be tightening its spending limits on artificial intelligence (AI) tools used by employees. According to a report, the Cupertino-based tech giant has already reduced the daily allowance for some engineers using AI models from $300 to $200, with further cuts being considered for select teams, even as it looks to make AI a bigger part of its internal operations. The proposed changes will reportedly bring some engineering budgets down to $100 per day. Meanwhile, employees in other departments may also face lower limits.
Apple App Store Gets New Feature to Encourage Users to Keep Subscriptions
Apple's new Retention Messages feature gives app developers a chance to reach users before they cancel an auto-renewable subscription. Messages can include details about subscription benefits or special offers, such as a reduced price for continuing. Developers can manage these prompts through App Store Connect, choose which subscribers are eligible to see them and control the time between messages. Apple has also introduced a Retention Messaging API, which gives developers more flexibility in choosing messages based on individual subscription details.
JBL 3 Series MkIII Studio Monitors Launched Alongside 310S MkIII Subwoofer: Specifications
JBL Professional 3 Series MkIII powered studio monitors and the 310S MkIII powered subwoofer have been launched. The new lineup includes the JBL 305P MkIII, 306P MkIII and 308P MkIII studio monitors. The JBL 305P MkIII is a 5-inch two-way studio monitor. It offers a low-frequency extension of 45Hz. The JBL 306P MkIII has a 6.5-inch two-way configuration. It delivers a low-frequency extension of 43Hz. The JBL 308P MkIII comes with an 8-inch two-way configuration.
Hackers Exploited Chrome and Qualcomm Vulnerabilities to Target Android Devices: Report
Hackers reportedly targeted Android and iOS users through compromised websites. According to a report by cybersecurity firm Sekoia TDR, the attackers exploited a Google Chrome vulnerability and a flaw in Qualcomm's Adreno GPU driver to compromise Android devices. The campaign reportedly targeted Chrome versions 139 to 145. Sekoia attributed the campaign to the Russian state-sponsored hacking group APT29.
Want to Buy Digital Gold This Dhanteras? Here Are 5 Apps to Try
Dhanteras is considered an auspicious occasion to purchase gold, with many people buying the precious metal as a symbol of prosperity and good fortune. However, visiting jewellery stores can mean dealing with crowds, limited time to compare options, and the need to arrange for safe storage. Digital gold offers an online alternative. It allows users to buy gold in small amounts through apps on their smartphones. Several payment and fintech platforms offer this option, with some letting users start with as little as Re. 1.
Apple Surveys iPhone Duo Buyers About Crease and Camera
Apple is sending email surveys to some iPhone Duo buyers to get feedback on display size, crease, under-display camera, and other features. The first question asks why the buyer chose the iPhone Duo now, with answers like I wanted to try Apple's first foldable, It was an impulse purchase, and I expect smartphone prices to increase. Other questions ask about the size of the iPhone Duo's display when it's closed, how visible the crease is, whether the under-display camera is distracting, and the camera's image quality. The final question is open-ended and asks what the buyer would add or change about the iPhone Duo. View all 6 photos in the full article It's been about two weeks since the iPhone Duo launched, and it's not too unusual for Apple to conduct surveys following a new product's debut. Some of the questions are about iPhone Duo compromises compared to standard iPhone models. The Duo's outer display is 5.4 inches, making it about the same size as the discontinued iPhone mini line. The inner display's under-screen camera is limited to 4MP, and it was one of the main complaints in reviews . The survey does not ask about Touch ID , the experience of using unoptimized apps, or the display cracks some users have reported, all of which are also top Duo complaints, (Thanks, Willy!) Related Roundup: iPhone Duo Buyer's Guide: iPhone Duo (Buy Now) Related Forum: iPhone This article, Apple Surveys iPhone Duo Buyers About Crease and Camera first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
NASA unveils mysterious X-70 experimental aircraft using AI-generated image
NASAs X-70 Fractal announcement comes as agency aims to grow X-plane fleet.
Claude Gets Personal Finance Feature With Bank Account Linking
Anthropic today added Personal Finance to Claude, allowing users to connect their bank and card accounts for analysis. Claude has read-only access to accounts, and there is no option for it to move, manage, or invest money. Anthropic says Claude gives answers in everyday language and can explain unfamiliar financial terms. The feature can track spending across categories, upcoming bills, and out-of-the-ordinary purchases. It can look for unexpected fees, increasing bills, and subscriptions, plus it can create charts, calendars, and dashboards. Financial accounts are connected to Claude through the Plaid service, so Claude does not see bank passwords. Claude has access to the bank name, account name and type, balances and credit limits, and up to two years of transactions for bank accounts. Personal Finance chats are not used for model training and are not added to Claude's shared memory. OpenAI added a similar finance feature to ChatGPT back in May. Personal Finance is rolling out in beta on the Pro, Max, and Ultra plans in the United States. Tag: Anthropic This article, Claude Gets Personal Finance Feature With Bank Account Linking first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
The 7 Best Early Black Friday TV Deals (2026)
I found discounts of up to half off some of the top WIRED-tested TVs.
Apple Arcade Adds Crossy Road Rush and NBA 2K27
Apple today added several new games to Apple Arcade , including Crossy Road Rush, NBA 2K27 Arcade Edition, Kami 2+, and Food Stylist - Design Game+. Crossy Road Rush is the latest game in the popular Crossy Road series. Players will make their way across an island obstacle course and unlock fun characters. The game supports up to four players in local or online multiplayer, as well as solo play. NBA 2K27 adds the WNBA, which is a first for the Arcade Edition. The game has all 15 WNBA teams and 180 active players, though they're limited to Quick Match and Blacktop modes. The new edition also has faster, deeper progression for the MyCAREER journey and a refreshed Neighborhood. Kami 2+ is a puzzle game where players fold colorful paper patterns, and Food Stylist lets players create virtual dishes and tablescapes inspired by cuisines around the world. Apple Arcade is Apple's subscription gaming service, priced at $6.99 per month. Up to six family members can share a subscription, and there are no ads or in-app purchases. Tag: Apple Arcade This article, Apple Arcade Adds Crossy Road Rush and NBA 2K27 first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Blue Origin's New Glenn launch delay will continue into 2027
Repairs have been slow after an explosion earlier this year.
Sony revives the original Walkman headphones, adds USB-C
Orange ear cushions included.
Bose recalls S1 Pro battery packs due to fire and overheating risks
Over 670,000 units are being recalled in the US and Canada.
Following the launch of the new Elite 30 Mini Power Station , Bluetti has officially launched its Black Friday Early Access deals , complete with our exclusive bonus savings code, FREE gifts with purchases of certain units, and a lucky draw spin with purchases over $1,000 that can give you various rewards. One notable leader that launched alongside this sale is the new Apex 200 Portable Power Station down at $1,044.05 shipped , after using the code 9TO5TOYS5OFF at checkout, which is not yet available at Amazon. As I stated, this is a brand-new unit that only just hit the market with an initial discount from $1,399 to $1,099, which gets even better with our exclusive code for $355 savings. Head below to check out the full lineup of deals. more
Google is ditching Firebase Studio soon, and it wants you to use its newer AI tools instead
The company is going all-in on Antigravity and Google AI Studio and hopes developers will do the same.
Apple refreshed both the iPad mini and iPad Air this year, but the choice is now less straightforward and there is just a $50 price difference between them, so which should you choose? The eighth-generation iPad Air arrived in March with the M4 chip, 12GB of unified memory, Apple's N1 wireless chip, and the C1X modem on cellular models. It remains available in 11-inch and 13-inch sizes. Following Apple's June price increases , the two size options now start at $749 and $949, respectively. In October, Apple announced the eighth-generation iPad mini, introducing a larger 8.5-inch display with OLED technology, a thinner and lighter design, the A20 chip, an optional nano-texture finish, a landscape front camera, and more. The changes give Apple's smallest tablet several advantages over the iPad Air, even as the Air retains a larger screen and support for Apple's Magic Keyboard. Both devices offer Touch ID in the top button, Apple Pencil Pro and Apple Pencil (USB-C) support, Apple Pencil hover, landscape 12MP Center Stage front cameras with /2.0 apertures, Apple's N1 wireless chip, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, Thread networking technology, and USB-C ports with transfer speeds of up to 10Gb/s. The new iPad mini also features 12GB of unified memory , matching the Air. Advertised battery life is the same, with up to 10 hours of web browsing over Wi-Fi or watching video, or up to nine hours of web browsing over cellular. Despite the iPad mini's move to OLED, neither model offers ProMotion . Our guide helps to answer the question of how to decide which of these two iPads is best for you. iPad mini (eighth generation, 2026) iPad Air (eighth generation, 2026) 8.5-inch display 11-inch or 13-inch display 2316-by-1512 resolution 11-inch : 2360-by-1640 resolution 13-inch : 2732-by-2048 resolution 326 ppi 264 ppi Super Retina XDR OLED display with 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio Liquid Retina display with LED backlighting and IPS technology 600 nits maximum SDR and full-screen HDR brightness; 1,200 nits peak HDR brightness and 1 nit minimum brightness 11-inch : 500 nits maximum SDR brightness 13-inch : 600 nits maximum SDR brightness Optional nano-texture display glass on 256GB and 512GB models for an additional $100, supplied with a polishing cloth A20 Pro chip M4 chip 128GB and 256GB : 5-core CPU with 2 super cores and 3 efficiency cores 512GB : 6-core CPU with 2 super cores and 4 efficiency cores 8-core CPU with 3 performance cores and 5 efficiency cores 7-core GPU with dedicated Neural Accelerators 9-core GPU 128GB and 256GB : 16-core Neural Engine 512GB : Dual 16-core Neural Engine, totaling 32 cores 16-core Neural Engine 115.2 GB/s memory bandwidth 120 GB/s memory bandwidth Volume buttons on top Volume buttons on right side Acoustic Display audio system with display-coupled woofers and concealed tweeters Landscape stereo speakers IP67 water and dust resistance, rated for a maximum depth of 1 meter for up to 30 minutes Adaptive True Tone rear flash Apple C2 modem (cellular models) Apple C1X modem (cellular models) U.S. cellular model (A3596) supports LTE band 106 U.S. cellular models (A3460) and (A3462) do not support LTE band 106 UMTS/HSPA/HSPA+ cellular support UMTS/HSPA/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA cellular support Supports one external display at up to 4K resolution at 60Hz, with extended external display mode Supports one external display at up to 6K resolution at 60Hz, with extended external display mode Compatible with Bluetooth keyboards Smart Connector for compatible keyboard accessories, including Apple's Magic Keyboard 18.9Wh battery 11-inch : 28.93Wh battery 13-inch : 36.59Wh battery Fast charging up to 50% in around 30 minutes with a 35W or higher USB-C power adapter 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB of storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB of storage Available in Midnight and Starlight Available in Space Gray, Starlight, Purple, and Blue Starts at $699 (Wi-Fi) or $849 (Wi-Fi + Cellular) 11-inch : Starts at $749 (Wi-Fi) or $899 (Wi-Fi + Cellular) 13-inch : Starts at $949 (Wi-Fi) or $1,099 (Wi-Fi + Cellular) Beyond their features, the physical differences between the two devices are substantial. The iPad mini is thinner and weighs almost half as much as the 11-inch iPad Air, making it easier to hold for extended periods and carry in a small bag. The iPad Air's larger dimensions accommodate a more spacious display, but even the smaller model represents a noticeable step up in size and weight: iPad mini 11-inch iPad Air 13-inch iPad Air Height 7.69 inches (195.3 mm) 9.74 inches (247.6 mm) 11.04 inches (280.6 mm) Width 5.22 inches (132.6 mm) 7.02 inches (178.5 mm) 8.46 inches (214.9 mm) Thickness 0.21 inch (5.4 mm) 0.24 inch (6.1 mm) 0.24 inch (6.1 mm) Weight (Wi-Fi) 0.56 pound (255 grams) 1.02 pounds (464 grams) 1.36 pounds (616 grams) Weight (Wi-Fi + Cellular) 0.58 pound (263 grams) 1.03 pounds (465 grams) 1.36 pounds (617 grams) The latest iPad mini changes the balance between these two devices. The iPad Air retains the core design introduced in 2020, while the iPad mini has just received a substantial redesign with an OLED display, a thinner and lighter enclosure, and several features unavailable on the Air. With the mini also costing $50 less, the current iPad Air is harder to recommend unless you specifically need its larger workspace and keyboard support and cannot wait for its successor. For most buyers looking for a handheld tablet to complement a laptop or desktop computer, the iPad mini is now the more compelling choice. Its portability advantage is substantial: the Wi-Fi model weighs 255 grams, compared with 464 grams for the 11-inch Air, and its smaller footprint makes it much easier to hold and carry. Combined with its OLED display, water and dust resistance, and fast charging, this makes it particularly well suited to reading, watching videos, playing handheld games, and taking notes on the go. The iPad Air remains the better choice for productivity. Even the 11-inch model provides considerably more screen space for documents, drawing, and working across multiple apps. Support for Apple's Magic Keyboard makes the iPad Air a much more practical potential laptop replacement. The iPad mini has ample processing power for many of the same tasks and supports Bluetooth keyboards, but its smaller display and lack of an equivalent integrated keyboard accessory make it less suitable as a productivity device. These are meaningful reasons to choose the iPad Air if you need a tablet immediately. The 11-inch model's $50 premium buys a larger workspace and keyboard support, although the Magic Keyboard costs extra and whether the combination can replace your laptop depends on your apps and workflows being supported by iPadOS. Its older design does not diminish that clear utility, but buying one now means accepting an LCD display and missing several of the iPad mini's newer features. The 13-inch iPad Air provides the clearest distinction from the iPad mini, with substantially more room for side-by-side documents, drawing, and multitasking. Its $250 premium over the base iPad mini is worth considering if you regularly need that added display area, although its larger dimensions and weight make it much less convenient for handheld use. The 11-inch Air offers a more portable balance for switching between tablet and keyboard use, but neither approaches the iPad mini's ease of carrying and holding. For prospective iPad Air buyers who do not need a new device immediately, we recommend waiting. A new iPad Air with an OLED display is expected in the first half of 2027 . This would address one of the current iPad Air's most significant disadvantages compared with the iPad mini, likely along with other new features to bring it up to par. With the iPad mini newly refreshed and a consequential iPad Air update expected in the not-too-distant future, postponing a nonessential iPad Air purchase is the more sensible choice. Related Roundups: iPad Air , iPad mini Buyer's Guide: iPad Air (Neutral) , iPad Mini (Buy Now) Related Forum: iPad This article, iPad Mini vs. iPad Air Buyer's Guide: Now Just $50 Apart first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
A BioWare documentary is set to arrive next year
Massive Effect: The BioWare Story started filming two years before EA shut down the studio.
Super Mario Galaxy Yoshi Figure now just $8 Prime shipped (Save 46%)
Super Mario Galaxy Yoshi 5-Inch Action Figure Buy for $8 (Reg. $15) What we love Whether its gifts for the kids or just for your shelf in the game room, this is an official 5-inch Super Mario Super Mario Galaxy Movie Yoshi figure, complete with a removable hat, sunglasses and satchel, as well as 20 points of articulation. And now its just $8 Prime shipped. more
13 Best Early Black Friday Deals at Best Buy on Hot Tech (2026)
Get a head start on holiday shopping with discounts on WIRED-tested headphones, laptops, and TVs.
Wired headphones are going through a bit of renaissance right now and Sony is reviving its iconic Walkman-style over-ears with the new MDR-3R USB-C Wired Retro On-Ear Headphones . Now available for purchase at $60 for the standard issue set and at $80 for the Stranger Things edition . more
TikTok just released a standalone Shop app, but it's not in America just yet
It offers exclusive deals and other goodies.
The Xbox PC app is getting a speed boost
The updated app, rolling out to Xbox Insiders first, launches up to 60 percent faster.
Warby Parker seemingly spilled the beans on Google's Android XR smart glasses launch
Intelligent Eyewear is apparently only a week away.
The FAA is finally phasing out floppy disks from air traffic control
Seems about time for an upgrade.
First iOS 27.3 and macOS Golden Gate 27.3 Public Betas Now Available
Apple today seeded the first betas of iOS 27.3, iPadOS 27.3, macOS Golden Gate 27.3, tvOS 27.3, and watchOS 27.3. The new software comes two days after Apple released the betas for developers. iOS 27.3 is a major update that adds a Vertical Tabs layout option and Adaptive Dark Mode for Safari. Siri AI can do more in and across Apple's apps, and developers are now able to create actions for Siri to carry out. The redesigned Health app is now available with custom Insights and Longevity information, and the iPhone Duo supports Reachability. There's a new Selfie Sing feature in Apple Music , plus changes to StandBy on non-Duo iPhones. A full list of what's new in the beta can be found in our guide . On the Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4, Audio Intelligence features Live Rewind and Siri Recap are available for testing. Live Rewind creates a transcript of the last 15 seconds of speech, and Siri Recap offers a high-level summary of conversations throughout the day. macOS Golden Gate 27.3 has the same Safari features, and it brings Live Activities to Macs without a Dynamic Island . To get the new betas, you can sign up on Apple's beta testing website . After you're signed up, the betas can be installed through the Software Update section in the Settings app on each device. We're expecting all of Apple's updates to launch in December. Related Roundups: iOS 27 , iPadOS 27 , macOS Golden Gate Related Forums: iOS 27 , macOS Golden Gate This article, First iOS 27.3 and macOS Golden Gate 27.3 Public Betas Now Available first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
This AI platform gives you lifetime access to dozens of models, and it
TL;DR: Compare answers from 20+ AI models in one window with a ChatPlayground AI Unlimited Plan lifetime subscription for $79 (Reg. $619). more
Google, Meta and TikTok are all suing California to block social media law intended to help kids
Assembly Bill 1709 demands that platforms remove psychologically exploitative features.
Microsoft is finally fixing the Xbox PC app
Microsoft is redesigning the Xbox PC app with up to 60% faster launches, simpler navigation, improved game libraries, and a refreshed cloud gaming experience.
SanDisk stock crash deepens: Why did SNDK fall 19% today, wiping out 36% in six trading days?
SanDisk stock: SanDisk shares plunged more than 19% on Thursday, extending a six-session slide despite strong quarterly earnings and an upbeat forecast. Growing attention on Chinas CXMT, pressure across memory stocks and concerns about data-centre expansion have added to the sell-off.
Apple Announces a New Mac Sales Record
On an earnings call earlier this week, Apple CEO John Ternus announced that the company sold more Macs in its 2026 fiscal year than any previous fiscal year. We have never sold more Macs in a fiscal year than we did this time, which is a truly remarkable testament to these incredible products, he said. This record is all the more impressive given that several Mac models have faced supply constraints this year. Apple's CFO Kevan Parekh said Mac sales have been driven by the popularity of the MacBook Neo and MacBook Pro lately. Related Roundups: MacBook Neo , MacBook Pro Tag: John Ternus Buyer's Guide: MacBook Neo (Neutral) , MacBook Pro (Buy Now) Related Forums: MacBook Neo , MacBook Pro This article, Apple Announces a New Mac Sales Record first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Microscopic teardown reveals secret of iPhone Duo
Macworld The iPhone Duo, which launched last month to mixed reviews , contains a range of technological feats and breakthroughs. One of these is its nano-texture interior screen, which contrasts with the glossy outer screen and helps to conceal the crease that marred so many early (and a fair few more recent) foldable phones. The Duo has been out for a couple of weeks now, which means the repairs site iFixit has had time to perform its usual thorough teardown . And among other discoveries, the team have shed light on how that screen texture works, and how it bears comparisons to the matt finishes on rival products. Spoiler: it compares very well. In a post to Twitter/X this week, iFixit discussed this aspect of the teardown. The site used an Evident DSX2000 microscope at increasing magnifications to examine the Duos nano-texture screen, along with two other matte surfaces: the screen of an e-ink reader and a popular matte screen protector film. At low magnification, iFixit reports, the difference is clear. The e-ink texture blurs everything underneath. The matt protector softens the pixels. The nanotexture lets far more detail through. As the site points out, sharp detail isnt as much of a priority for an e-ink reader as it is for a smartphone, which may explain why the respective makers would be satisfied with this functional difference. But it doesnt explain what physical qualities produce the difference. That is explained at higher magnification. The nanotextures pattern is much smaller and more defined than the protectors, the tweet reports, backing this up with photographic evidence. The e-ink reader, by contrast, has a pillowy texture which is huge by comparison. The e-ink reader (left) has a large, pillowy texture. The iPhone Duo (right) has a much tighter pattern. The photos are clear. The Duos screen features a tight pattern of what look like cells or tiny bubbles, while the screen protector has a swampy, uneven pattern and the e-ink reader features massive polygons. Theres a real difference here. Is the iPhone Duos nano-texture just a matt screen protector with fancy Apple marketing? iFixit asks, before concluding: Verdict: not just marketing. Whats even better is that nano-texure layer is easy to replace. If you have AppleCare+, Apple charges just $19 to replace it when it when it gets worn down.
Fake Amazon invoice scam uses $988 iPad order as bait
A fake Amazon invoice charging $988.18 for an iPad lists the same customer support phone number three times to steer panicked victims into calling.
Got new Apple gear on the way? Pick up these Beats USB-C cables (60% off)
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Alongside the launches of its Limited-Edition XP4 750 e-bikes (with up to $840 savings) and the XP Lite3 e-bike , Lectric has officially kicked off its full Black Friday Sale event for the month with up to $822 in savings to score. One extremely large bundle package and price cut is hitting the XPeak2 Long-Range Off-Road e-bikes with $647 FREE bundles of gear at $1,599 shipped , not to mention some notable savings on its standard models (more on those below). Normally these longer-distance packages would run you $2,346 without the bundle savings and the $100 price cut, with this being the largest offer we have seen on them this year. The bundle includes a rear cargo rack, fender set, Elite headlight, suspension seat post, bike lock, phone mount, a water-resistant pannier bag, and a 5A charger that cuts charging time down to four hours. Head below to see the full lineup of deals. more
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Add five solo loop Apple Watch bands to your collection for less than $2 each
Adorve Solo Loop Apple Watch Band (5-pack) Buy for $9 (Reg. $13) Prime-exclusive discount. What we love I see bands like this as a great way to keep pricier alternatives protected during workouts, projects, and the like. At less than $2 each, you dont really need to worry about damaging these over time, so consider grabbing them at this affordable price point. more
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QQQ stock: Invesco QQQ Trust fell more than 5% toward $655 on Thursday as investors sold technology and semiconductor stocks following the US midterm elections. Qualcomm's disappointing chip sales and concerns over AI data center spending added to the pressure, even as QQQ increased its holdings in Nvidia, Apple and Microsoft on Tuesday.
Automate more in Apple Home with four Matter smart plugs at just $6 a pop
Linkind Matter Smart Plug (4-pack) Buy for $25 (Reg. $33) What we love I use smart plugs for all sorts of things. One of the more interesting use cases I have come up with includes using them to reboot smart devices every now and then, including my secondary mesh Wi-Fi routers. Face it, everything needs a reboot here and there, and a smart plug can do it much more easily than you having to do it manually. more
New EPOMAKER wireless gaming mouse comes with a charging dock and is only $30.50 right now
The official EPOMAKER Amazon storefront is now offering its brand new EM3 Wireless Gaming Mouse with Charging Dock for $30.59 Prime shipped once youve clipped the on-page 15% off coupon. This unit comes in three colorways and just hit Amazons shelves a few days ago and this is the first drop weve tracked. Even at its full $36 price point, the inclusion of a charging dock makes this gaming mouse certainly worth a peek if you ask me. You can learn more down below. more
Clean up that mess of shoes with this entryway storage bench down at $68.50 shipped
Marsail Shoe Storage Bench Buy for $68.50 (Reg. $76) What we love This may not be the largest discount in the world, but the brand here frequently catches our eye because its full prices tend to be quite competitive already. A deal on top of that drives this even further with todays offer paving the way for you to tidy up the entryway for well under $70. more
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Prevent Siri and Search From Accessing Specific iPhone Apps
In iOS 27.2, Apple has a new settings menu that lets you choose which apps Siri, Search, and suggestions can access, all from one list. Here's what's changed and how to use the new menu. With iOS 27.2, Apple has replaced the old App Access controls with a redesigned Excluded Apps feature that makes it a lot simpler to keep specific apps away from Siri, Search, and suggestions. It's actually a bigger change than it might sound. Previously, excluding an app in iOS meant opening Settings Apple Intelligence & Siri Apps and adjusting each app's toggles individually. This included a switch that let Siri Learn from this App, and several suggestion options that appeared in Search and widgets. What was confusing is that some of these switches controlled on-device personalization, rather than access to an app's contents. Moreover, fully keeping an app's content out of search results also required toggling off a separate Show Content in Search switch that was buried in each app menu in Settings Apps. Thankfully, in iOS 27.2, Excluded Apps consolidates all of this into a single multi-select list, where you can add an app once and make it unavailable to Siri, Search, and suggestions. Here's where to find it. How to Exclude Apps From Siri and Search Open the Settings app on your iPhone. Tap Siri . Tap Excluded Apps . Tap Add Apps , select the apps you want to exclude, then confirm your selection. Bear in mind that excluding an app can disable some Siri features for it. For example, the Electronic Freedom Foundation found that excluding Messages stops Siri AI from reading or replying to messages. Also, onscreen awareness where you invoke Siri and ask it for information about what you're currently looking at will no longer work in any app you exclude. Let an App Back Into Siri and Search To return individual app access to Siri and Search, simply tap the Edit button in the Excluded Apps menu, then tap the minus button next to the app in question and hit the checkmark at the top to confirm. Tag: Siri This article, Prevent Siri and Search From Accessing Specific iPhone Apps first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Wide variety of lightweight athletic hoodies fall to $20 at Amazon
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While Segway hasnt launched a full Black Friday lineup yet, we are seeing some early event savings hitting three EVs currently, with one being the Myon Smart Electric Bike down at $1,599.99 shipped . Down from $2,000, this 2026 model hit the scene at the top of the year from CES 2026, with it not getting its first discount until July, when it fell to $1,550 for only a few days before rising up to $1,800, which is the consistent discounted rate weve been seeing since. Now, these early Black Friday deals are giving you $400 savings to land just $50 above that one-time low, making it the best price weve spotted in four months. You can also find the Xafari All-Terrain Fat Tire Cruiser e-bike down at a new $1,300 low , as well as the F3 Electric Scooter down at its $650 2026 low . Whats more, for the e-bikes, buying two of them gives you an additional $200 savings off your carts total. more
Best time to buy an iPhone in 2026: Buy now or wait for Black Friday?
Macworld If youre planning to buy a new iPhone, should you buy now or wait for Black Friday? The iPhone Duo went on sale on October 23, completing Apples latest launches, but availability and early reports of inner-display failures complicate the decision for foldable buyers. The Duo joins the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max , although limited launch stock means getting Apples first foldable could require patience. Meanwhile, there are some excellent U.K. deals on the discontinued iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max as retailers clear remaining stock. If you want premium cameras and performance without paying the latest Pro prices, those older models are worth considering. Apple rarely discounts its newest iPhones directly, and its 2026 price increases have made choosing carefully even more important. Black Friday may bring better offers, particularly through carriers and trade-in promotions, but a strong discount on the right phone can make buying now worthwhile. In this guide, we explain whether now is a good time to buy each iPhone, which models are worth waiting for, and when to expect the best deals. Well help you weigh the appeal of Apples newest hardware against the savings available on older models. When to buy an iPhone in 2026-2027: At a glance When iPhone 18 Pro/Max iPhone Duo iPhone 17/17e iPhone Air 2026 November Buy: Check for deals Check stock and durability developments Buy: Check for deals Buy: Check for deals December Buy: Check for deals Check stock and durability developments Buy: Check for deals Buy: Check for deals 2027 January Buy Buy Wait for next generation Wait for next generation February Buy Buy Wait for next generation Wait for next generation March Buy: Check for deals Buy: Check for deals Wait for next generation Wait for next generation April Buy Buy Wait for next generation Wait for next generation May Buy Buy June Buy: Check for deals Buy: Check for deals July Buy: Check for deals Buy: Check for deals August Wait for next generation Wait for next generation Best times to buy the iPhones in 2026 and 2027. The worst time to buy an iPhone This is generally in the weeks leading up to Apples September launch event, or in the early spring, when new models are expected to be announced. Buying just before a refresh means you could miss out on new features or pay full price for a model thats about to be superseded. The best time to buy an iPhone This depends on where you live: In the U.K., where most iPhones are sold unlocked and off contract, the biggest savings are typically available during major sales events such as Amazon Prime Day (usually in July and October, and occasionally in March) and Black Friday in late November. However, worthwhile iPhone discounts can be found throughout the year if you know where to look. In the U.S., where people tend to buy iPhones through a carrier, the best time to upgrade is often during Black Friday when networks enhance their offers with larger trade-in values, bill credits, gift cards, or discounted service plans. Due to the Black Friday sales, November and December could be a particularly good time to grab a deal on an older iPhone, such as the iPhone 17 Pro or iPhone 17 Pro Max. Should you buy a new iPhone now or wait? Wait for Black Friday, November 27, 2026. Ida Blix September and the months that follow are a much better time to buy an iPhone than earlier in the summer (July and August are usually poor months to buy a Pro iPhone because Apples September launch is so close). The iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max and iPhone Duo have now been unveiled, removing that uncertainty. If you need a phone now, theres little reason to wait for another annual refresh, and the iPhone 17, 17e and Air are also relatively safe purchases because their successors arent expected until spring 2027. See: iPhone 18 and 18e rumors and iPhone Air 2 rumors . The iPhone 17 remains the strongest value, with a 120Hz ProMotion display, A19 chip, dual 48MP cameras and 256GB of storage for $899/899 (although it was previously $799/799). The 18 Pro and Pro Max make more sense if you want the best cameras, performance or battery life, while the Duo is for buyers specifically interested in Apples new folding design. There is, however, one important reason to wait: 2027 could bring a much bigger iPhone redesign . Apple is rumored to be preparing a 20th-anniversary iPhone the iPhone 19 or 20 with a near-all-screen curved design, under-display Face ID, possible solid-state buttons, a thinner and more efficient OLED display, a larger battery and major camera improvements. That could make 2027 a more significant upgrade year than 2026. So if your current iPhone is still serving you well, waiting could be worthwhile. If you need a phone now, wait until Black Friday if price is your main concern. Wondering which iPhone to buy? Read: Best iPhone for our ranked recommendations and our iPhone buying guide for more in-depth information about cameras, displays, performance, storage, battery life and other key specifications across Apples current lineup. Should I buy an iPhone: At a glance iPhone Status iPhone 18 Pro Max Wait for Black Friday discounts iPhone 18 Pro Wait for Black Friday discounts iPhone Duo Check stock and durability developments iPhone Air Wait for Black Friday discounts iPhone 17 Wait for Black Friday discounts iPhone 17e Wait for Black Friday discounts iPhone 16 Avoidunless heavily discounted Current guidance about whether its a good time to buy an iPhone. Best iPhone deals right now If you are based in the U.K. it is possible to buy unlocked iPhones on Amazon and certain models are frequently discounted. If you can get a good discount its always a good time to buy. We are currently seeing fantastic savings on the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max you can pay up to 500 less than you would for the equivalent iPhone 18 Pro or Pro Max. We expect to see similar deals over Black Friday in November. iPhone Deal RRP Lowest iPhone Air, 256GB 799 Get the deal at Amazon 300 off 1,099 (was 999) 699 iPhone Air, 512GB 999 Get the deal at Amazon 300 off 1,299 (was 1,199) 774 iPhone Air, 1TB 1,199 Get the deal at Amazon 500 off 1,699 (was 1,399) 984 iPhone 17e, 256GB 699 at Amazon 699 (was 599) 534 iPhone 17e, 512GB 899 at Amazon 899 (was 799) 769 iPhone 17, 256GB 899 at Amazon 899 (was 799) 737 iPhone 17, 512GB Out of stock at Amazon 1,099 (was 999) 949 iPhone 17 Pro, 256GB Out of stock at Amazon Discontinued (was 1,099) 1,037 iPhone 17 Pro, 512GB 1,099 Get the deal at Amazon 300 less than iPhone 18 Pro Discontinued (was 1,299) 1,199 iPhone 17 Pro, 1TB 1,199 Get the deal at Amazon 600 less than iPhone 18 Pro Discontinued (was 1,499) 1,399 iPhone 17 Pro Max, 256GB 1,049 Get the deal at Amazon 250 less than iPhone 18 Pro Max Discontinued (was 1,199) 1,137 iPhone 17 Pro Max, 512GB 1,199 Get the deal at Amazon 300 less than iPhone 18 Pro Max Discontinued (was 1,399) 1,349 iPhone 17 Pro Max, 1TB 1,399 Get the deal at Amazon 500 less than iPhone 18 Pro Max Discontinued (was 1,599) 1,549 iPhone 18 Pro, 256GB 1,199 at Amazon 1,199 1,199 iPhone 18 Pro, 512GB 1,399 at Amazon 1,399 1,399 iPhone 18 Pro, 1TB 1,799 at Amazon 1,799 1,799 iPhone 18 Pro Max, 256GB 1,299 at Amazon 1,299 1,299 iPhone 18 Pro Max, 512GB 1,499 at Amazon 1,499 1,499 iPhone 18 Pro Max, 1TB 1,899 at Amazon 1,899 1,899 iPhone Duo Out of stock at Amazon 1,999 Amazon is offering 20 off the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max if you are approved for an Amazon Barclaycard. Should you wait for the iPhone 18? For most people, there isnt a strong reason to wait for the iPhone 18. Apple isnt expected to launch the standard model until spring 2027, so buying an iPhone 17 before the end of 2026 would still give you several months with Apples current mainstream model before its replacement arrives. The iPhone 18 is expected to bring a 2nm A20 chip, potentially 9GB or 12GB of RAM, Apples C2 modem and possibly a new 24MP front camera. Extra RAM could prove particularly useful for future Apple Intelligence and Siri features. However, the rear camera system is still expected to consist of two 48MP cameras, while the display may remain broadly similar to the iPhone 17s 6.3-inch ProMotion panel. There is also some uncertainty over exactly what the iPhone 18 lineup will look like. A September 2026 rumour suggested Apple could effectively merge the standard iPhone and iPhone Air into a single model, rather than continuing them as two separate devices. If that happens, the iPhone 18 could adopt some of the Airs thinner, lighter design while retaining the broader appeal of the standard iPhone. For now, though, that remains speculative. Price is another consideration. With the arrival of the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo, Apple increased iPhone prices across the range, so the iPhone 17 now costs $899, $100 more than at launch. When the iPhone 18 arrives, it is likely to inherit that $899 price point, while the iPhone 17 could drop back to around $799 at which you may regret buying it at the higher price. Wait if you want the newer A20 chip, potentially more RAM, an improved front camera, or are intrigued by the possibility of a thinner redesigned standard model. Dont wait if you simply want ProMotion, dual 48MP cameras, excellent battery life and 256GB of storage as standard the iPhone 17 already delivers all of that. Should you buy a current or older iPhone? Thinking of buying the current iPhone rather than waiting for a new model? Read on for expert guidance. Should I buy an iPhone 17? Price When Reviewed: $899 (was $799) Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $1,329 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Is now a good time to buy? Yes. The iPhone 17 is a good buy now , especially because it isnt expected to be replaced until spring 2027 . It went on sale in September 2025 , but remains Apples current mainstream model. Its biggest strengths are the 6.3-inch 120Hz ProMotion display , dual 48MP cameras , and 256GB of storage as standard . Battery life is also strong, making it an excellent all-round choice for most buyers. If you dont need a new phone immediately, though, it may be worth waiting for a deal. The best discounts are likely during Black Friday in November 27 , when retailers and mobile networks often offer lower prices, trade-in bonuses or contract incentives. Waiting until spring 2027 only makes sense if you specifically want the expected iPhone 18 upgrades, such as the A20 chip, more RAM or an improved front camera. Otherwise, the iPhone 17 remains a very strong buy today. Read our full Apple iPhone 17 review Should I buy an iPhone Air? Price When Reviewed: $1,099 (was $999) Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Is now a good time to buy? Yes. The iPhone Air is a good buy if its thin-and-light design is the reason you want it . It went on sale on September 19, 2025 , alongside the iPhone 17 lineup. Its exceptionally thin titanium design , 6.5-inch ProMotion display and A19 Pro chip make it particularly attractive to buyers who want a large screen without the bulk of a Pro Max. It prioritizes portability and design over camera versatility and maximum battery life. Apple is expected to update the iPhone Air in spring 2027 , potentially alongside the iPhone 18 and 18e, so it has around six months left as the current model.The Air also tends to attract stronger discounts than Apples Pro phones, particularly from third-party retailers. That makes Black Friday one of the best times to buy . Buy now if you find a substantial discount; otherwise buy during Prime Day or Black Friday. Read our full Apple iPhone Air (2025) review Should I buy an iPhone 17e? Price When Reviewed: $699 (was $599) Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Is now a good time to buy? Yes. The iPhone 17e went on sale on March 11, 2026 , so it is still relatively new and isnt expected to be replaced by the iPhone 18e until spring 2027. Its biggest advantages are the A19 chip , 256GB of storage as standard, and strong battery life , all at Apples lowest current-generation starting price . Its particularly compelling for kids, older users and anyone who doesnt need ProMotion or multiple rear cameras. Theres therefore little reason to wait for the next generation unless you specifically want whatever upgrades arrive with the iPhone 18e . The more immediate reason to wait is price. As we head toward the holiday shopping season, Black Friday is likely to bring some of the best 17e deals , whether through outright discounts, carrier promotions or trade-ins. Buy now if you need a phone; wait if saving another $50-$100 matters more. Read our full Apple iPhone 17e review Should I buy an iPhone 18 Pro / Pro Max Price When Reviewed: $1,199 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $1199 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Is now a good time to buy? Yes. The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are excellent buys now if you want Apples best conventional iPhones. Announced on September 9, 2026 and on sale fromSeptember 18. If you need a new phone and want Apples most capable cameras and performance, this is a good point in their release cycle to buy. Their biggest attractions are the A20 Pro chip , the triple-48MP camera system with variable aperture , and much better battery life, particularly on the Pro Max. The 18 Pro is the better choice for most buyers, while the Pro Max is worth paying extra for if you want its 6.9-inch display and class-leading endurance. Buying a new phone and replacing a working iPhone 17 Pro are different decisions, however. Our iPhone 18 Pro review found substantial performance gains, while our battery test showed 12 percent longer runtime for the Pro and 25 percent longer for the Pro Max compared with their respective predecessors. Those improvements strengthen the case for buyers moving from an older phone. If your 17 Pro still meets your needs, though, there is less reason to upgrade: the design and most capabilities remain familiar, with the main new features concentrated in photography. Theres little reason to wait for their immediate replacements, which arent expected until fall 2027 , although Apples 20th-anniversary iPhone could bring a more substantial redesign. If price matters, waiting a few weeks may be worthwhile: the best early deals are likely around Black Friday , particularly through carriers and trade-in promotions. Large outright discounts are unlikely so soon after launch. Read our full Apple iPhone 18 Pro review Should I buy an iPhone Duo? Price When Reviewed: $1999 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $1999 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Is now a good time to buy? For most people, we recommend waiting. Too many popular apps still make poor use of the Duos displays. Check whether your everyday apps have been updated before spending $1,999/1,999. The iPhone Duo went on sale on October 23, starting at $1,999/1,999. Delivery estimates stretched into late January 2027 during preorders. You can check Apples current delivery and pickup estimates using stock-checking sites such as iPhone Stock Checker. The main attractions are its 7.6-inch folding display and Split View multitasking, giving you more space for reading, watching videos and working across apps. Our iPhone Duo review found that apps optimized for the folding display offer useful new ways to work and play. However, many everyday apps appear stretched or surrounded by black bars, making them less convenient than on a conventional iPhone. Our reviewer found the Duo exciting to explore but difficult to recommend until more apps are updated. Even if youre comfortable with the durability tradeoffs, limited app support is another reason to wait. Following reports of cracked inner screens, Apple acknowledged an issue affecting a small number of units on October 26 and advised affected owners to contact AppleCare for a replacement. The cause and failure rate remain unclear, and no formal repair program has been announced. If durability uncertainty concerns you, wait for further investigation and longer-term testing. The iPhone 18 Pro offers a more affordable alternative with more versatile cameras. Black Friday falls on November 27, five weeks after launch. Carrier incentives and trade-in promotions are possible, but we would not recommend waiting solely in expectation of a large outright discount. Compare the total contract cost and delivery date, not just the advertised saving. Read our full Apple iPhone Duo review Should I buy an iPhone 17 Pro or Max? Price When Reviewed: $1,099 (256GB) | $1,299 (512GB) | $1,499 (1TB) | $1,999 (2TB) Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $1099 View Deal $1099.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Is now a good time to buy? If you find a good deal, yes TheiPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max could now be among the best-value high-end iPhones if you can find them discounted . They went on sale on September 19, 2025 , but Apple has discontinued them following the arrival of the iPhone 18 Pro range. Their biggest strengths are the A19 Pro chip , advanced triple-camera system , and ProMotion displays , while the Pro Max also offers excellent battery life. They have already been replaced, so the question isnt whether to wait for something newer: the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are here now. Instead, compare the saving with what you give up. The newer models add the A20 Pro chip, improved cooling, variable-aperture Main camera and better endurance. If a 17 Pro is only modestly cheaper, buy the 18 Pro instead. But clearance sales and Black Friday could make last years models extremely attractive, particularly if retailers cut several hundred dollars from the original price. Read our full Apple iPhone 17 Pro review Should I buy an iPhone 16 Price When Reviewed: $799 (was $699) Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $829 View Deal $829.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Is now a good time to buy? No, unless you get a good discount The iPhone 16 can still be worth buying, but only at the right price . It went on sale on September 20, 2024 , and its days in Apples lineup are probably numbered: once the iPhone 18 launches in spring 2027 , Apple is likely to discontinue it. Its main advantages are the A18 chip with Apple Intelligence support , versatile dual-camera system , and Camera Control and Action buttons . It remains fast and capable, but its 128GB of base storage and older 60Hz display make it much less appealing at anything close to the price of newer models. That means the decision comes down largely to discounts. Black Friday and clearance sales are likely to offer the best opportunities. If the iPhone 16 is only slightly cheaper than an iPhone 17e or iPhone 17, skip it. If you can find it heavily discounted, however, it can still represent excellent value. Read our full Apple iPhone 16 review FAQ 1. When is the best carrier upgrade timing? Apple typically announces new iPhone models in September. Carriers often roll out their most aggressive trade-in offers and promotional deals around this time to entice customers to upgrade. New releases : Waiting for the September (or spring) launch window is generally a good strategy if you want the latest model at a potentially better subsidized price. Check your contract cycle: Many carrier contracts today last 24 to 36 months. If youre nearing the end of your contract, youre in a strong position to negotiate or take advantage of upgrade offers. However, upgrading mid-contract may involve paying off the remaining balance, so its worth checking your specific terms. Consider Apples upgrade plans: Apple has replaced its old iPhone Upgrade Program with newer financing and leasing options. In the U.S., Apple Upgrade lets you lease an iPhone through Klarna and upgrade, buy or return it at the end of the term. In the U.K., Apples Flexible Finance Account offers eligible iPhones on monthly payment plans with the option to upgrade after a set number of payments. Terms and monthly costs vary by model. 2. When does Apple update the iPhone? Apple typically unveils new iPhones at a dedicated Apple event in September . Preorders usually open the following Friday, with devices shipping and arriving in stores a week later. However, some models arrive later: Apple announced the iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max and iPhone Duo in September 2026, but the Pro models went on sale September 18, while the Duo followed on October 23. Apple also launches iPhones earlier in the year, particularly its more affordable models. The iPhone 16e arrived in February 2025 and the iPhone 17e in March 2026. The standard iPhone 18, iPhone 18e and iPhone Air 2 are expected in spring 2027. These spring launches are often announced via press release, although Apple has also held spring events . Availability typically follows within one to two weeks, but initial supplies can be limited. Compatible iPhones also receive a major iOS update each year, usually in September, bringing new features that can give an older phone a fresh lease of life. Read our guide to the next Apple event to find out whats coming next. 3. When do iPhone prices drop and by how much? Based on past experience, Apple is very unlikely to reduce the price of a new iPhone during its first year on sale. However, when Apple introduces a new generation of iPhones, it usually cuts the price of the previous years models. That meansSeptember has traditionally been the point when older iPhones become cheaper. Apple also tends to keep launch prices broadly similar from one generation to the next, at least in the U.S., although exchange rates and other regional factors can affect pricing elsewhere. In 2024, for example, Apple reduced the price of the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus by$100/100when the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus arrived. The iPhone 16 also fell in price following the launch of the iPhone 17 in 2025. However, because the iPhone 17 doubled the base storage to 256GB, the older iPhone 16 looked less attractive even at $100/100 less. In 2026, the pattern changed. Apple actually raised iPhone prices , blaming higher memory costs. Even the year-old iPhone 17 and two-year-old iPhone 16 increased by$100, showing that older iPhones dont always become cheaper when a new generation arrives. 4. Is it better to buy from Apple or a carrier? In the U.S., buying from Apple is usually the better option if you value flexibility. If you pay in full or use Apples own financing, the iPhone is unlocked, so you can switch carriers or use another eSIM when traveling. Apple also accepts trade-ins and, importantly, many AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon promotions are available when buying through Apple. However, an iPhone bought from Apple but financed through an AT&T, T-Mobile or Verizon device-payment plan is locked to that carrier until it has been paid off. An iPhone bought outright from Apple isnt. The main reason to buy directly from AT&T, T-Mobile or Verizon is to take advantage of a particularly good promotion. U.S. carriers frequently advertise large trade-in credits or free iPhones, especially when you add a line or switch networks. The catch is that the discount is usually provided as monthly bill credits over 24 or 36 months, so if you leave early you can lose the remaining credits. In the U.K., Apple sells iPhones unlocked and SIM-free, allowing you to shop separately for a SIM-only plan from EE, Vodafone, O2, Three or an MVNO. This makes it easier to switch networks and can work out cheaper over the life of the phone than bundling the handset and airtime into a single contract. Apple isnt necessarily the cheapest place to buy, however. Amazon U.K. and other retailers frequently discount SIM-free iPhones, and there can be substantial savings during sales events such as Black Friday. Networks can also offer compelling promotions, including enhanced trade-in values, discounted airtime, generous data allowances or lower monthly payments. But make sure you compare the total cost of the contract, rather than focusing on the headline monthly price. 5. When are the best iPhone deals? The earliest you could expect to get a discount on the newest iPhones is around Black Friday at the end of November, so you might be planning to hold out until then. However, the deals we tend to see, if any, are usually for older handsets. See our round-up of Best Black Friday iPhone deals for more. Nor should you expect to get a discount in an Apple Black Friday sale . Apples Black Friday sale usually only takes the form of vouchers with select product purchases, rather than a discount, and it is unlikely that the newest iPhone would qualify as in previous years new iPhones havent been included. Note that while shopping events like Black Friday get all the attention, thats not the only time you can get discounts on Apple products: we see discounts all the time. Another event where we see good iPhone deals is Prime Day, which happens in June or July and October every year. So take a look at the iPhone deals for Amazon Prime Day sale to see what you might be able to save. In our experience, we dont tend to see discounts on the newest handset until the spring and these are always from third-party resellers, never from Apple. In fact, we dont tend to see the iPhone discounted in the U.S. very often, most of the discounts we see are in the U.K. where unlocked iPhones are often sold off-contract at a good discount. 6. Is it worth buying a refurbished iPhone? Yes, buying a refurbished iPhone is absolutely worth it for most people, especially if you want to save money without sacrificing quality. Buying refurbished is a great way to pick up a bargain while still getting a premium device. You can typically save 15% to 30% compared to buying new, and sometimes much more on older models. A common misconception is that refurbished is the same as buying a used phone from a stranger, though. Its not. A used phone is sold as-is, with no guarantee it will work properly. A refurbished phone has been professionally inspected, tested, and repaired if needed, and it comes with a warranty. If you want the highest quality, Apples own refurbished store is the gold standard. 7. How to check iPhone stock near you If the iPhone you want has a long delivery estimate, independent stock-checking services can help you find availability elsewhere. Apple Inventory Check lets you search Apple Store stock by country, location, model, color and storage capacity. It covers Apples current iPhone range, including the iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, and older models. Checking nearby stores or choosing a different color or capacity could help you get your phone sooner. Confirm availability through Apple before traveling. For more options, see our guide to iPhone stock-checking services . Conclusion: When is the best time to buy a new iPhone? The worst time to buy is usually between July or August, mainly because with new iPhones on the horizon the price of the older handsets are likely to drop very soon. If you want the newest iPhones then the best deals dont tend to come before the spring and summer months. If you are happy to buy an older iPhone then you will probably see decent deals around Prime Day and Black Friday but deals happen all year round. We hope this article has proved helpful in reaching an informed buying decision. Remember that good prices can be found all year round, if a retailer is feeling generous and you know where to look: read our guide to the best iPhone deals for more on that. Wondering how long Apple supports iPhones for? Read How long do iPhones last.
Festive Celebrations To Begin Today
Govardhan Puja is performed on November 9 to 10. It commemorates Lord Krishna lifting Govardhan Hill at Nandagram. On this day, people offer large quantities of food to Krishna and honour cattle.
Bitcoin (BTC USD) price crash today: Bitcoin has fallen back toward $76,000 after failing to hold its recovery above $80,000. A sell-off in technology stocks added to the pressure, while nearly $370 million in leveraged crypto positions were liquidated in about an hour. Traders are now watching the $75,000 level.
MU stock price today: Micron stock is falling as Wall Street faces a sharp selloff in technology shares. The Nasdaq dropped 3.72% on Thursday, while the Dow and S&P 500 also lost more than 2%. Nvidia and Tesla shares fell sharply, adding to the pressure on chip stocks. Micron faces another problem; a reported halt to its $4.5 billion Taiwan plant has raised fresh questions about its future AI memory production.
EcoFlow is quite busy right now between the launch deals on its TITAN Whole-Home Backup Ecosystem and the DELTA Gen4 Series , not to mention the early Black Friday Sale that now has a 48-hour flash period with deals on four units. Among the options, theres a nice bundle opportunity to score the 2,048Wh DELTA 2 Max Power Station with 2x 220W solar panels , a FREE protective bag ($79 value) plus, you also get a FREE 192Wh TRAIL 200 DC power station ($119 value) all at $1,529 shipped . This beats out the deal for the station, panels, and TRAIL unit at Amazon by $50. The station and solar panels alone go for $1,579 at full price, and while we saw the cost go lower earlier in the year, its mostly kept at this rate (or as high as $1,599 at Amazon) since August, with Octobers Prime Day dropping it to $1,499 for a short period. The deal here gives you $50 off the typical bundles going rate, but provides $198 in additional savings ($248 total) with the two FREE items added. Head below to check out the other flash sale offers while they last. more
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MacBook Pro PROLED XDR Reviews Are In: Is the Touchscreen Worth It?
The first reviews of the new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models with PROLED XDR displays have been published ahead of the laptops launching on Friday. One of the key new features is a touchscreen. Is it worth it, though? Here's what reviews say. The Verge 's David Pierce said that, in his testing so far, touch input has not been something that meaningfully changes the laptop experience. He recommends the new MacBook Pro models regardless for the OLED display and other upgrades. Pierce did mention some examples where touch proved useful: That's not to say the touchscreen doesn't come in handy, though. It does more often than I expected. When I'm editing photos, reaching out and spreading my fingers to zoom in on the section I want to see is vastly easier than clicking and dragging with the trackpad. When I'm watching a movie, I can just tap the video rather than wiggling the mouse to find the cursor. My favorite touch use so far has been when I'm showing somebody something on my computer now we can both swipe between options or tap to make an edit rather than having to crowd around the trackpad. He also pointed out a few limitations: There's no onscreen keyboard that appears when you tap a text box; you don't get the copy / paste / select all pop-up when you tap on words. No radius of tools appears when you tap the Apple Pencil on the screen in Procreate, because, oh wait, the Apple Pencil doesn't work at all. Gizmodo 's Kyle Barr said touch input is beneficial for the iPhone Mirroring feature on the Mac: The touchscreen is occasionally useful. It's not the end-all-be-all. But it sure is handy. If you're one to use the iPhone mirroring feature on MacBook Pro, the touchscreen makes it more intuitive. Instead of having to click on the bottom bar to minimize an app, you can simply swipe up from the bottom of the mirrored iPhone, like normal. Using the touchscreen on the mirrored iPhone isn't as snappy as the real deal. It's obvious though that Apple has been working towards this touchscreen design for a while, as more and more macOS features start to make better sense with the touchscreen in tow. WIRED 's Luke Larsen often forgot about the touchscreen, but he too pointed out a few examples where it proved to be useful in his testing: In the time I've had with the touchscreen MacBook Pro so far, I tried to remind myself of its new powers. But when I'm deep in work, I completely forget the touchscreen. It just has no place in my workflows. That doesn't mean it's not ever useful, though. Sometimes, swiping away a notification with a finger feels intuitive. Or if you're lounging on the couch and use your thumb to scroll through your Instagram feed as you would on an iPad, it works. But those times are few and far between. I'm certainly not going to be poking three fingers up at the screen to swipe between Spaces when I could do that on a trackpad without even lifting my hand. With an OLED display, the new MacBook Pro models deliver more vivid colors and increased contrast ratio compared to the previous models with mini-LED displays. The laptops also achieve up to 2,000 nits of brightness for HDR content. OLED displays do not have a backlight, and individual pixels turn off completely for the color black. Bloomberg 's Chris Welch said the OLED display is genuinely striking: The new MacBook Pro's dual-layer tandem OLED panel is genuinely striking and can get noticeably brighter than LCD models. Since each pixel is individually controlled and can fully shut off for dark content, this screen provides meaningfully superior contrast compared with the Mini LED models, which were already impressive in their own right. Any concerns I had about display uniformity, which can be an issue with some OLED devices, quickly vanished once I began using the machine. From corner to corner, the 16.3-inch panel is punchy, vibrant and can display an even wider range of colors than before a win for photographers. Mashable 's Timothy Beck Werth said the OLED display absolutely slaps: This laptop absolutely slaps, and the incredible PROLED XDR display is the headline. It's stunning. His expanded thoughts: I'm not going to waste time explaining exactly how tandem OLED technology works; instead, you'll have to trust me that it means a brighter display that lasts longer. The blacks on the display are deep, the colors pop, and the shadows and highlights provide incredibly detailed contrast. Other display-related upgrades include a Dynamic Island instead of a notch, slimmer bezels, and a redesigned hinge with improved stability. Six Colors ' Jason Snell on the Dynamic Island: Spotlight and Siri AI are now animated as emerging from the black blob that is the Dynamic Island. Now Playing appears up there, too, and you can click or tap on the Dynamic Island to expand it and get playback controls. Shared Live Activities from your paired iPhone should also appear up there, rather than in the menu bar itself, as they do on other Macs. I'm a big fan of subtle, ambient information presentations that inform you about things happening on your devices. That's why the Dynamic Island was such a fun approach to turning a problem (an unsightly camera cut-out) into a useful feature. The notch never really did anythingit was just a dead zone. The Dynamic Island serves a purpose and the MacBook Pro is better for it. The new MacBook Pro models also feature improved speakers, a new 16TB storage option, a redesigned cooling system, and a lighter and slightly thinner design. And there is a fun bonus: the glowing Apple logo on the lid has returned. Apple said the improved speakers deliver 50% deeper bass, but Bloomberg 's Chris Welch actually found this upgrade can be detrimental: [...] The revamped MacBook Pro has left me with mixed feelings in one area that I wasn't expecting: sound. Since the first 16-inch model debuted in 2019, it's offered fantastic, well-balanced audio with a surprising degree of immersion. These are widely considered the best speakers on any laptop. For the new PROLED series, Apple has introduced a redesigned six-speaker system that it says offers 50% deeper bass. And that's true to a point where it's sometimes detrimental. The added low-end impact makes these laptops tremendous entertainment machines for movies and TV shows, but when listening to music or podcasts or even watching YouTube videos, the sound is often too boomy and bass-forward. The balance has been thrown off, and there's also no easy way of dialing back deeper tones. 9to5Mac 's Chance Miller appreciates the reduced weight: You notice the lighter weight of the new MacBook Pro immediately when you pick it up. My review unit is the 16-inch MacBook Pro, and I'm genuinely surprised at how nice it feels. It's not light, but it feels less like a tank. I've always used the smaller of the two MacBook Pro models for portability, most recently a 14-inch M4 Pro. The weight of the new 16-inch MacBook Pro has me reconsidering that preference, though. It feels remarkably nice for a laptop with such a large display, and I've really enjoyed having the extra screen space without feeling like I'm sacrificing too much portability. Who doesn't love the glowing Apple logo? As we previously highlighted , the logo's brightness level is tied to the display's brightness level, and Miller revealed that the feature also takes ambient brightness into consideration: The logo's brightness is still tied to the display brightness, just like it was a decade ago. The higher your display brightness, the brighter the Apple logo on the back. It also factors in your environment's ambient brightness. When the MacBook Pro is closed, the logo looks like polished metal, just like it has since the 2016 redesign. Open it up, and it glows. It's unnecessary, but I'm so thrilled it's back. The laptops use the same M5 Pro and M5 Max chips that remain available in the MacBook Pro models with mini-LED displays, so performance is similar. In the U.S., the 14-inch model starts at $2,899 and the 16-inch model starts at $3,399. Videos Related Roundup: MacBook Pro Buyer's Guide: MacBook Pro (Buy Now) Related Forum: MacBook Pro This article, MacBook Pro PROLED XDR Reviews Are In: Is the Touchscreen Worth It? first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Early Black Friday Accessory Deals at Amazon Include TVs, Headphones, and Charging Devices
Earlier this week we highlighted some of the best early Black Friday Apple deals , and today we're focusing on third-party accessory markdowns available to purchase right now on Amazon. In this article you'll find all the best accessories for charging, smart homes, smartphones, and more. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. TVs and Monitors $450 OFF 65-inch Hisense 4K TV for $549.99 34-inch Samsung ViewFinity Ultrawide Monitor - $379.99, down from $539.99 50-inch Hisense Smart Fire TV - $397.97, down from $449.99 34-inch Samsung ViewFinity Curved Monitor - $399.99, down from $589.99 65-inch Roku Smart 4K TV - $498.00, down from $649.99 65-inch Hisense Mini-LED 4K Smart Fire TV - $549.99, down from $999.99 65-inch Samsung The Frame (2025) - $1,097.99, down from $1,497.99 65-inch Toshiba ArtVision 4K Fire TV - $997.96, down from $1,297.99 75-inch TCL QLED Smart TV - $1,197.99, down from $1,297.99 65-inch The Frame Pro - $1,397.95, down from $2,097.99 100-inch Toshiba mini-LED Fire TV - $1,799.99, down from $2,499.99 Chargers $10 OFF Anker Nano Smart Display Charger for $29.99 Twelve South PowerCord USB-C - $19.49, down from $29.99 Anker Nano Smart Display Charger - $29.99, down from $39.99 Twelve South HiRise 2 Deluxe - $41.49, down from $79.99 Mophie 3-in-1 Travel Wireless Charging Station - $54.15, down from $95.98 Anker 3-Port 160W Prime Charger - $115.99, down from $149.99 Audio $82 OFF Sony WH-1000XM6 Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones for $378.00 Soundcore Boom 2 Speaker - $99.99, down from $129.99 Bose QuietComfort Headphones - $169.00, down from $359.00 Soundcore Sleep A30 Earbuds - $199.99, down from $229.99 Sony WH-1000XM5 Premium Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones - $199.99, down from $399.99 Sonos Ace Headphones - $329.00, down from $349.00 Sony WH-1000XM6 Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones - $378.00, down from $459.99 Cases and Screen Protectors $8 OFF Anker iPhone 18 Pro Screen Protector for 21.99 FNTCASE for iPhone Duo with Screen Protector - $16.99, down from $24.99 iPhone Duo Clear Case from Mkeke - $19.99, down from $29.99 Anker Screen Protector for iPhone 18 Pro - $21.99, down from $29.99 Anker Screen Protector for iPhone 18 Pro Max - $21.99, down from $29.99 Home $499 OFF Anker SOLIX C2000 Portable Power Station for $999.99 Apple: The First 50 Years Hardcover - $26.00, down from $50.00 Aqara Zigbee Smart Plug - $29.99, down from $32.99 Govee E12 LED Bulb 4-Pack - $36.99, down from $49.99 Govee Neon Rope Lights - $119.99, down from $159.99 Nanoleaf LED Light Therapy Face Mask - $129.99, down from $249.99 Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station - $549.99, down from $599.00 Anker SOLIX C2000 Portable Power Station - $999.99, down from $1,499.00 Eufy E35 Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo - $999.99, down from $1,299.99 Mac $30 OFF Elgato Stream Deck MK.2 for $119.99 Elgato Stream Deck MK.2 - $119.99, down from $149.99 UGREEN NAS Personal Storage - $239.99, down from $269.99 Anker Nano Laptop Docking Station - $119.99, down from $149.99 Anker Prime TB5 Docking Station - $349.99, down from $399.99 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 during 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 Roundups: Apple Black Friday , Apple Deals Related Forum: Community Discussion This article, Early Black Friday Accessory Deals at Amazon Include TVs, Headphones, and Charging Devices first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Q2 Results Today, 05th November 2026 Highlights: businessline brings you the latest quarterly earnings, outlook and more.
Waymo To End Uber Partnership And Launch Standalone App In 2028
Waymo has officially confirmed that its exclusive partnership with Uber in Austin and Atlanta will conclude in January 2028 . The announcement was made by Waymo Co-CEO Tekedra Mawakana during a recent report published by Bloomberg News. Following this transition, the autonomous vehicle company will begin offering rides directly through its own dedicated smartphone application , mirroring the operational structure already established in several other municipal markets. This strategic pivot follows reports from the Financial Times earlier in the year indicating that Waymo was actively reevaluating its collaboration with Uber, which was originally scheduled to run through May 2028just five months past the newly announced timeline. Mawakana explained that the initial alliance with Uber was chosen to leverage the platforms massive operational scale. However, she noted that the overall user experience had become inconsistent, describing it as a lottery since passengers could not reliably predict whether their ride would be serviced by an autonomous vehicle or a human driver. Consequently, Waymo leadership emphasized the commercial necessity of building a direct, unmediated relationship with consumers. Conversely, Uber clarified to Bloomberg that the decision to omit a dedicated filter allowing users to specifically request an autonomous vehicle within the Uber app originated entirely from Waymo. Despite the termination of contractual exclusivity in 2028, Uber confirmed to TechCrunch that it intends to continue hosting Waymos autonomous fleet on its platform for as long as a mutual agreement persists between the two companies. Uber also reiterated its ongoing commitment to maintaining broad strategic partnerships with multiple other players in the autonomous driving sector. As the autonomous transportation industry matures, companies like Waymo are shifting their focus toward brand autonomy and direct consumer engagement. By establishing standalone platforms, they aim to ensure a standardized, predictable service experience while strengthening long-term customer loyalty in key metropolitan regions across the United States. Waymo To End Uber Partnership And Launch Standalone App In 2028 , original content from Ubergizmo . Read our Copyrights and terms of use .
iPhone Duo Apps Optimized By Google, Microsoft, And More
The iPhone Duo launch initially faced application adaptation hurdles, but developers have recently rolled out updates to resolve display formatting challenges for the foldable screen . Google Maps is already optimized for the iPhone Duo Google Maps now features a fully optimized interface for the dual screens of the iPhone Duo in version 26.44.4. Similarly, Microsoft adapted Word , Excel , PowerPoint (versions 2.115.2), and OneNote (version 16.115.2). These applications incorporate a new vertical right editing bar , avoid overlapping iOS controls, and utilize the entire display space. Microsoft Word, Excel & PowerPoint looking on the iPhone Duo now pic.twitter.com/BJBtMMB39O Typical Tech Lad (@TypicalTechLad) November 2, 2026 Google Maps is now fully optimized for the iPhone Duo. Progress. pic.twitter.com/K3ukZ8svYM Chris Welch (@chriswelch) November 3, 2026 Another notable update includes the Play app version 3.0 by developer Marcos Tanaka, bringing customized foldable controls, a redesigned layout, widgets, and an AI assistant . Post by @mactanaka@mastodon.social View on Mastodon Additionally, video-call app Zoom reached version 7.2.5 with a layout optimized for split-screen display use. Applications receiving these enhancements now display an Optimized for iPhone Duo badge on the App Store . The Apple iPhone Duo features an internal 7.6-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate and up to 3,000 nits of brightness. Externally, it houses a 5.4-inch screen with identical peak brightness. Powered by the Apple A20 Pro processor , the device offers up to 2 TB of internal storage, dual 48 MP rear cameras, and an under-display front lens. Connectivity options include 5G , Wi-Fi 7 , and Bluetooth 6.0 . Running iOS 27.1 , the foldable smartphone supports Apple Pencil (the USB-C version) integration and houses a robust battery system. iPhone Duo Apps Optimized By Google, Microsoft, And More , original content from Ubergizmo . Read our Copyrights and terms of use .
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Best Early Black Friday Deals on iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo
Cellular carriers have always offered big savings on the newest iPhone models during the holidays, and Black Friday 2026 sales have kicked off at AT&T and T-Mobile , as well as Best Buy . Right now we're tracking notable offers on the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and iPhone Duo. For even more savings, keep an eye on older models during the holiday shopping season. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. If you're looking for something other than iPhones, be sure to visit our Black Friday Roundup for all of the best deals and discounts happening this season. For more Apple-specific devices currently on sale, our main post on the best Apple Black Friday deals is the best place to look. T-Mobile iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max : Up to $1,200 off with eligible trade-in iPhone Duo : Up to $1,200 off with eligible trade-in Apple Watch SE 3: No cost (up to $300) when adding a watch line on a qualifying plan, or get $250 off any Apple Watch when picking up another Apple Watch T-Mobile is offering the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max for up to $1,200 off when you trade in an old device (in any condition) and purchase the new device on an eligible unlimited plan. You can also get this offer if you switch a line to Experience Beyond 2.0, Experience Beyond, or Go5G Next. UP TO $1,200 OFF iPhone 18 Pro at T-Mobile UP TO $1,200 OFF iPhone Duo at T-Mobile For anyone shopping for the iPhone Duo, you can get up to $1,200 off the iPhone Duo with any condition trade-in on an Experience Beyond plan. This discount will appear in the form of bill credits over the course of 36 months. Similarly, if you're on the Experience More or Experience Beyond plan, you can get up to $830 off with a trade-in, and up to $730 off with a new line on most other plans. All of these offers have the same payout schedule over the course of 36 months. AT&T iPhone 18 Pro : No cost with eligible trade-in iPhone 18 Pro Max : Up to $1,200 off with eligible trade-in iPhone Duo : Up to $1,200 off with eligible trade-in Over at AT&T , you can get the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max for up to $1,200 off with an iPhone trade-in in any condition. You'll need to upgrade with AT&T Next Up Anytime or switch to get this offer. UP TO $1,200 OFF iPhone 18 Pro at AT&T UP TO $1,200 OFF iPhone Duo at AT&T Additionally, new and existing customers can get up to $1,200 off the iPhone Duo with an eligible trade-in. If you're switching to AT&T, the carrier will give you up to $800 to pay off your current device balance, and you can save $200 per line when ordering the smartphone online. In regards to the main offer of up to $1,200 off the iPhone Duo, AT&T says this requires an eligible trade-in of $230 or more, alongside activation of a new line or upgrading an existing line. You'll get this credit over the course of 36 months on your AT&T bill. You can find the breakdown of each plan tier from AT&T below, and remember that they each require a trade-in as well. Up to $1,200 off iPhone Duo: requires AT&T Premium 2.0 plan or higher / trade-in value of $230 or more Up to $930 off iPhone Duo: requires AT&T Extra 2.0 plan or higher / trade-in value of $130 or more Up to $500 off iPhone Duo: requires Value 2.0 plan / trade-in value of $130 or more Up to $350 off iPhone Duo: requires any eligible unlimited plan / trade-in value of $35-$129 If you switch to AT&T from a different carrier, AT&T will pay off your phone balance at up to $800 off per line. With the $1,200 offer, AT&T is offering the 256GB iPhone 18 Pro at no cost. Best Buy iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max : Up to $1,200 off with qualified activation and trade-in iPhone Duo : Up to $1,200 off with qualified activation and trade-in Carriers aren't the only place you can save on iPhones this year, with Best Buy offering the same discounts as AT&T and T-Mobile with activation through these carriers at the time of purchase. This is a great option for anyone who shops at Best Buy a lot and likes to rack up member reward points. UP TO $1,200 OFF iPhone 18 Pro at Best Buy UP TO $1,200 OFF iPhone Duo at Best Buy Similar to the carriers, you can get the iPhone 18 Pro models and iPhone Duo for up to $1,200 off with qualified activation on cellular plans and a trade-in of an older device. Best Buy supports activation through AT&T and Verizon, and there are also unlocked options. 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 during 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 Roundups: Apple Black Friday , Apple Deals Related Forum: Community Discussion This article, Best Early Black Friday Deals on iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
NVDA stock price today: Nvidia stock has come under fresh pressure amid concerns that data center restrictions could slow AI infrastructure spending. Shares fell below $200, but analysts remain bullish, with average price targets pointing to significant upside ahead of the company's November 17 earnings report.
Amazon currently has some LEGO SMART Play sets getting discounts right now, like the SMART Play: Mos Eisley Cantina down at $53.99 shipped. Its been down from $80 for quite some time, having kept at $65 since the end of July and dropping lower to this rate at the end of October. The deal here gives you a $26 markdown off the MSRP, landing it at the best price we have tracked. You can also find the SMART Play Yodas Hut and Jedi Training down at $42.99 shipped, as well as the SMART Play Throne Room Duel & A-Wing down at $124.99 shipped right now, too. more
Rockstar just released giant collection of new GTA VI images in
With only 14 days left until the triumphant release of Grand Theft Auto VI , the official launch trailer already out in the wild, and pre-orders up for grabs ahead of the early pre-load next week, Rockstar has just unleashed a giant collection of of new screenshots. more
US stock market crash today: The Dow, Nasdaq and S&P 500 are all trading in the red, while some of the biggest semiconductor stocks are losing ground. Micron (MU), SanDisk (SNDK), AMD and Qualcomm (QCOM) are among the hardest hit, with Western Digital and Seagate also extending their losses. Qualcomm's weaker revenue and cautious outlook have added to concerns about chip demand. But why are AI and memory chip stocks falling so sharply?
Farmers agree to allow sugarcane crushing in mills starting today
We are hopeful of getting at least 5,000 per tonne with the factories paying 4,000 and the State government giving an incentive of 1,000
Philips Hue Bridge Pro bundle with 3 bulbs and Tap Dial Switch hits Amazon all-time low at $150
As part of the early access Philips Hue Black Friday deals, we just spotted a seriously notable all-time low on this Hue Starter Kit . You get a Philips Hue Bridge Pro , three A19 E26 Smart Bulbs , and a Tap Dial Switch for $150 the Hue Bridge Pro costs up to $150 on its own via the official site. more
Three-day traffic regulations in Ranchi from today
