Skip the pricey Fold 8: Samsung
Amazon is now offering Samsungs top-end, current-generation A series Galaxy phone unlocked at the best price we have ever tracked there. If youre looking to skip on the ultra-pricey S26 line and the new Fold 8 series, you can land the Galaxy A57 down at a $425 Amazon all-time low right now.
Wait to see if Apple raises the MSRP on next-gen AirPods, or score Pro 3 at 25% off right now?
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Skip the Apple tax and score LG
We just spotted a deal at Amazon that drops LGs 32-inch UltraFine evo 6K monitor down to $1,099.99 shipped. This display originally launched at $2,000 and has fetched as much as $1,597 in recent months at Amazon. It dropped to $1,285 during the recent Prime Day sale before slipping further to $1,200 shortly after, but todays deal takes another $100 off to set a new best price to beat. At this price, the LG UltraFine evo 6K undercuts Apples displays by a huge margin. The Studio Display XDR, for instance, starts at $3,299, making this 32-inch 6K Thunderbolt 5 monitor roughly $2,200 cheaper. Even the standard Studio Display starts at $1,599, so youre still saving about $500 here while getting a larger 32-inch 6K panel. LG currently has the evo 6K UltraFine monitor listed for $1,300 , making Amazons deal a better value overall.
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The M6 MacBook Pro is coming. Is it worth waiting for?
Macworld Apple offers the MacBook Pro with three different chip options. It starts with the entry-level M5 chip, which you can only get in the 14-inch MacBook Pro. Apple also offers higher end M5 Pro and M5 Max chips for the 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro, as it has since the M1 arrived in 2020. The M5 MacBook Pro was released in October 2025. According to reports, Apple plans to upgrade the laptop to an M6 chip this fall, which isnt a surprise. What is a surprise is that Apple will reportedly skip the Pro and Max M6 variants to focus on the M7 coming later in 2027. So the M6 MacBook Pro could be the only M6 option available. This article keeps track of the reports about the upcoming M6 MacBook Pro. Keep an eye on this article for the latest news. M6 MacBook Pro release date: When will it launch? Fall 2026 expected In a July report , Bloombergs Mark Gurman reported that the M6 MacBook Pro is expected to ship this fall. Of the five generations of the entry-level MacBook Pro, three have been released in the October/November timeframe, including the past two releases. Here are the release dates for the entry-level MacBook Pro: M5 MacBook Pro : October 2025 M4 MacBook Pro : November 2024 M3 MacBook Pro : January 2023 M2 MacBook Pro : June 2022 M1 MacBook Pro : November 2020 This release could be affected by the memory chip shortage that has been affecting the whole tech industry. If Apple is unable to obtain the quantity of chips it needs, Apple could be forced to move the release date back. Or, there could have a short supply of laptops available, which would result in actual delivery dates slipping. At this point in time, we havent heard of any delays. The fall release of the M6 MacBook Pro seems to be on schedule, but the volatility of the chip market could cause it to change unexpectedly. M6 MacBook Pro: Chip details First 2nm M-series chip Redesigned GPU Apple will upgrade the MacBook Pro M5 to an M6 chip, which will be the key upgrade for this release cycle. The chip is expected to be the first M-series chip built using TSMCs 2nm process . A smaller process allows for more transistors to be placed on the chip, which would result in faster speeds and improved power efficiency. The M6 chip is expected to incorporate new features for improved AI processing. Apple The M5 chip comes with 10 CPU cores:4 super cores and 6 efficiency cores. No reports have been made about the M6 CPU core count, but Gurman reported that performance will also improve. Apple is also planning enhancements for the built-in video codecs. In June, Bloombergs Mark Gurman reported that the M6 could offer an updated memory architecture and memory bandwidth of 200 GB/s, a 31 percent increase over the M5s 153 GB/s. Apple will also likely update the chips Neural Engine to help AI processing for Apple Intelligence and Siri AI. As for the RAM configurations, Apple offers the M5 with 16GB, 24GB, or 32GB of RAM. Apple isnt expected to change this with the M6. The M6 will also have a redesigned GPU. Gurman reported that Apple tested a version of the M6 with 12 GPU cores, which is two more than the M5. M6 MacBook Pro: Other specifications and features No major changes expected The chip upgrade to the M6 is expected to be the only major change with the back MacBook Pro release. The display, keyboard, trackpad, ports, and other features are all expected to be identical or similar to the M5 MacBook Pro. The M6 MacBook Pro could be the last entry-level model of this particular design. Foundry According to Bloombergs Mark Gurman, Apple is planning an entry-level M7 MacBook Pro for 2027. This laptop will have a base M7 chip that replaces the M6, but it will also have several new features to match those introduced with the touchscreen MacBook Pro . The entry-level M7 MacBook Pro will have a new design, an OLED display, and other features, but its not expected to have a touchscreen. M6 MacBook Pro: Price $1,999 (expected) Ongoing memory constraints could affect configurations We havent heard any reports about the price of the entry-level M6 MacBook Pro, but we can look at recent price history to get an idea. When the M5 MacBook Pro was released in 2025, its starting price was $1,599.Apple bumped it to $1,699 when the M5 Pro and Max models arrived earlier this year and increased the starting storage to 1TB. This past June, however, Apple raised the price to $1,999 due to supply chain constraints. Those constraints arent going away anytime soon, and its likely that the higher price is now the new normal . During Apples Q3 2026 financial announcement in July, Apple CEO Tim Cook and CFO Kevan Parekh made it a point to explain that the supply chain constraints will affect production costs for months to come. We expect the impact from supply constraints to increase significantly sequentially, said Parekh. The projected supply constraints in the September quarter affect iPhone, Mac, and iPad. Cook said, With less flexibility in supply chain, we expect the impact from the supply constraints to increase significantly sequentially. With this in mind, its quite possible that prices could go up again with the release of the M6 MacBook Pro. Its unlikely, but the state of the chip supply chain will influence what prices Apple will offer. Considering that the M7 MacBook Pro wont be far from replacing the yet-to-be-released M6 MacBook Pro, one strategy Apple could employ is to price the M6 MacBook Pro at the same $1,999 price and push any price hikes to the next generation. If thats the case, the M6 could be a good option for anyone on the fence about upgrading.
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Macworld iOS 27 finally delivers Siri AI a highly capable chatbot with access to world knowledge, personal data, and live web results. Its system-level agentic privileges, paired with its smarts, turn it into an unrivaled tool that can understand and interact with on-screen content across iPhone apps. This helps you execute complex everyday tasks by using just your voice. Messaging is one of the most common smartphone use cases, and it can feel tiresome at times. Our iPhones buzz whenever we receive a text, which can include long rants, random 2 AM questions, super important updates, and more. To make my life a tad easier, I leveraged the overhauled chatbots power and used Shortcuts to make it respond to certain iMessages. Siri AI has entered the chat. Getting started To replicate the experiences Im breaking down below, youll need an iPhone 15 Pro or a newer model running iOS 27 (currently in beta) with Siri AI enabled. The first, more practical method works on demand inside chats youre viewing in real time. The automatic mode, on the other hand, can run in the background and autonomously respond to assigned contacts whenever they text you. While the latter mode can be fun to play around with, I advise you not to keep it enabled at all times. As artificial intelligence and its generated slop take over social media and other digital spaces, maintaining the humanness of online interactions has become more challenging than ever. You probably wouldnt want a robot to reply to you when texting your friends, and neither would most people. Manual mode Manually having Siri AI reply to specific conversations doesnt require any setup beyond enabling the chatbot itself. The feature works across first- and third-party messaging apps, allowing you to generate contextual replies in any text box. For example, a friend asked me for Apple Arcade game recommendations, but I havent been playing any lately. I clarified that, then proceeded to ask Siri to answer his question. The AI assistant automatically scoured the web and composed a message highlighting some of the popular titles. It even allows you to view its source(s) to ensure its credibility before hitting send. Through this basic, intuitive integration, I was able to help a friend out without leaving the chat. Foundry Siri AIs usefulness in chats can go even further. I sent a paragraph copied from an article highlighting an iCloud+ price hike in several countries. My friend inquired about the new pricing, so I asked Siri to answer his question. The chatbot took into account that my friend is based in Trkiye (visible in the chat through the Find My tile), and listed the pricing for this particular country. It understoodwithout my explicit instructionthat this is the particular information my friend is likely interested in and searched the web for results accordingly. This deep understanding of the context and contacts available data, alongside its ability to browse the web, transforms Siri AI into a genuinely helpful assistant when conversing with others. In the past, such workflows would require jumping between multiple apps and manually hunting for results. Thats no longer necessary. Foundry I now often find myself hitting the keyboards Write with Siri button (the successor to Writing Tools)not because I need assistance with typing, but because it can provide the needed information from indexed on-device content and the web. I tend to extract the generated details and reword my responses afterwards to maintain my texting tone and style. Foundry Auto answers If a contact regularly spams you on iMessage while youre busy tending to other life matters, Siri AI can fully take over the chat and respond on your behalf. Launch the built-in Apple Shortcuts app, which now supports generating shortcuts using natural language. Create a new shortcut by inserting this prompt: When [contact name] texts me, analyze their message, generate a suitable reply, and send it to them automatically. This will create an automation that fetches the contents of incoming texts, privately feeds it to Apples cloud-based AI models to come up with an appropriate response, and finally relays it to the selected recipient. Foundry Unlike the manual mode, the Shortcuts automation works best in iMessage and may not be supported in most third-party instant-messaging apps. Whenever the automation runs, youll receive a notification alerting you about the automated reply, which, by default, you cant review in advance. So, unless you actively visit and read the developing conversation, Siri could be sending the contact all sorts of nonsense AI hallucinations. Worry not, however; the automation, unlike the manual mode, bases its replies on world knowledge and public information. While stress-testing it, I was unable to force Siri AI to leak my sensitive details by having someone ask me personal questions. The practical path I had a lot of fun watching Siri AI automatically come up with all sorts of wacky replies and send them to one of my close friendsbut once my tests concluded, I deleted the automation altogether. Its certainly a cool way to demonstrate how far the virtual assistant has come and how iOS now caters to power users by supporting advanced automations and tools. You wouldnt, however, want the AI chatbot to continuously send your contacts texts without confirmation. Conversely, manually having Siri AI assist with responding when receiving particular questions has become an indispensable part of my workflow. It selectively uses AI to fetch the needed informationwithout turning the conversation into a monotonous wall of text full of em dashes. It also works in texting apps beyond Apple Messages, making it the more practical method. Once iOS 27 rolls out to the public, I see this integration revolutionizing how people text by sparing them from time-consuming tasks, like browsing the web and digging through local files to find answers. Siri AI did not contribute to this story.
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TerraMaster F4-425 Pro NAS review: Very fast, with backup, surveillance, and media streaming galore
Macworld At a glance Expert's Rating Pros Affordable for four bays Dual 5Gbe connections Tons of apps and capabilities Excellent performance Unlimited IP cams in surveillance app Cons Drive trays dont lock Requires mail address during initialization TOS 7 still slightly buggy Our Verdict TerraMasters F4-425 is a fast, versatile, four-bay storage, backup and media streaming NAS box thats every bit as good as, if not better than similar units from QNAP and Synology. Especially as the company doesnt gouge you for IP cam licenses. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When Reviewed $639 Best Prices Today: TerraMaster F4-425 Pro Retailer Price $699.99 View Deal TerraMaster $800 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Im always surprised how few people own a NAS (Network Attached Storage) box such as the highly capable F4-425 Pro reviewed here. NAS requires a bit more tech savvy than cloud services and storage, plus some upfront cost, but theres one particular reason its worth it: complete and private control of the apps, services, and most importantly the data you store on it. Internet outage? Doesnt affect your NAS. Online data breech? Doesnt affect your NAS. Monthly payments? Only to your power company. Simply put, NAS is fantastic for data backup and streaming media about the house and can also serve as the engine for a home surveillance network. We like NAS, and TerraMaster has quickly become one of our favorite consumer flavors thanks to excellent hardware and apps, a newly faster OS, and the lack of surcharges vendors such as QNAP and Synology hit you up with for things such as additional IP cam licenses. That said, there was the occasional immaturity in the apps and operating system. What are the F4-425 Pros features? The F4-425 Pro is a silver and black hued, mostly metal, four-bay NAS box with quick swap, non-locking 3.5-inch drive trays. It measures approximately 7.1-inches wide by 8.6-inches deep, by 5.9-inches tall and weighs around 6.5 pounds bare. That will of course increase as you add drives. If you remove the four screws on the bottom holding the aluminum body to the chassis, youll find three PCIe 3.0 NVMe M.2 slots that accept NVMe SSDs. Theres enough space for heat sinks, which would be a good idea to prolong SSD life. Note that you can use PCIe 4.0/5.0 SSDs but theyll be limited to PCIe 3.0 speed. The front of the unit provides access to the four drive bays, as well as the power button and a single 10Gbps USB Type-A port. The back is home to an additional pair of 10Gbps Type-A USB ports, twin 5Gbe Ethernet ports, and HDMI port (console use only), and a single Type-C port for diagnostics and the like. Theres also the power jack, a pinhole reset button, and a rather massive exhaust fan. The back of the F4-425 Pro with its dual 2.5Gbpe and 10GBps Type-A ports. Theres a Type-C port but its only for diagnostics. The HDMI port is for console (command prompt) use only. The processor inside of our test unit was a capable 8-core Intel N350 with a substantial 16GB of DDR5 onboard. Thats plenty of power for advanced tasks like virtual machines and Docker. TerraMaster also provides several apps for backup up mobile devices, and even controlling the box. The TNAS mobile app on install and first use. TerraMaster provides 2-year warranty on the F4-425 Pro. And thankfully, the company now also provides a downloadable PDF users guide. How is the F4-425 Pros setup? Adding drives to the tool-less trays is largely painless: slide them out, pop out the side rails, slip in the 3.5-inch HDD and replace the side rails. Screws are provided for 2.5-inch hard drives or SATA SSDs. As described above, youll need to remove the outer shell to access the three PCIe 3.0 NVMe slots. lWhen you first boot the F4-425 (and most TerraMaster NAS) it presents a dialog asking for your email address to receive a code. Thats of course after you find its IP address (E.g. 192/168.1.110) and visit with your browser. Below the email field, in very light lettering, is the ability to bypass this step. If you choose, you can activate your online presence with TerraMaster during setup. Alas, you still have to enter your email. I dont like sending info to a company until Im very familiar with the hardware and said company. I wish TerraMaster would abandon this practice ad to be bluntits none of their darn business. To be fair, you can put the F4-425 Pro into Security Isolation Mode (Control Panel / Security/ Security Isolation Mode) after setup, to prevent any further traffic outside of your local network. The F4-425 also features a highly configurable firewall if thats too drastic a measure for you. What is the F4-425 Pros operating system and software like? The F4-425 Pro delivered our first look at the latest version 7 of TOS (TerraMaster Operating System), a substantially feature-equivalent but far better-performing version of the operating system (version 6) than I tested with the F2-425 . Especially in regards multitasking. Beyond that, it appeared to me to be more evolutionary than revolutionary, despite heralding itself as the first AI-enabled NAS OS. It does allow you to install OpenCLAW which enables normal language access to various features. TerraMaster says OpenCLAW makes things easier, but the real issue with most new NAS users is that they dont know what to ask, let alone how to ask it. Actually, thinking about it, thats the issue with just about any AI system. Note also that the minute I opened OpenCLAW, the F4-425 Pros fan kicked into high gear. It takes some juice. That said, I quite like TOS, its as well laid out as the QNAP and Synology equivalents, and perhaps a bit more intuitive. However, I found version 7 a bit buggy. Rough around the edges, as it were. I stuck with TOS 7 as its so much quicker at everything than version 6 but there were some annoyances such as the inability to include spaces in a backup job name, and not automatically resuming jobs that were not completed in the last session. Id also be careful doing searches and deleting the results with the file manager. There are also tons of apps for backup, surveillance, development, and multimedia streaming. Below is my favorite: Centralized Backup, which can back up from numerous sources (SMB, FTP, etc.) without the need to install clients on every machine. Simply share the folders or files you want across the network, locate them and create a job to back them up. I love Centralized Backups ability to back up my shared folders without me having to install client software on the involved computers. Centralized Backup, along with CloudSync (back up to a host of online services) are my favorite TOS backup apps, but there are quite a few others (Duple Vault, Elephant Drive, etc.) as well as TerraMasters own client-based, portal driven TerraSync. Theres also a handy folder mirroring utility (TFM) that you can use across volumes. eAll the backup and sync options offered by TOS 7. Want to keep tabs on your house? TerraMaster includes Surveillance Manager (shown below), which offers support for unlimited cameras. This is in distinct contrast to Synology and QNAP which limit you to one or two cameras so they can sell you more licenses. This is one of the best reasons to opt for a TerraMaster NAS box, however, note that youll have to configure your router to reach the app remotely. The Surveillance Manager opens in a separate tab and allows up to tk IP cams. While I use TOSs DLNA Multimedia Server to stream movies to my TV, TerraMaster also includes the extremely popular Plex (shown below), as well as Jellyfin and Emby for fans of those systems. The extremely popular Plex Media Server is present in TOS 7. TRAID is TerraMasters hybrid RAID solution (all NAS vendors have one these days) that combines mirroring (RAID 1) and parity (RAID 5). It allows you to combine drives of different sizes while using more of their capacity than standard RAID modes do. Generally speaking, most RAID modes allow you to use only the capacity of each drive in the array equal to that of the smallest drive in the array. Combine a 4TB HDD and an 8TB HDD in RAID 0 (striping) or RAID 1 (mirroring), and only 4TB of the 8TB drive is used, while the rest just sits there. TRAID and similar solutions let you employ the otherwise wasted capacity as another volume, or part of one. How much is the F4-425? The F4-425 Pro with the Intel N350 retails for $799, but was on sale at TerraMasters site for $639 at the time of this writing. From TerraMasters Amazon store make that $699. Theres a cheaper $569 Intel N305/8GB version of the F4-425 Pro available, as well as less endowed $599 F4-425 Plus (Intel N150 processor, 16GB), and $429 F4-425 (quad-core, 4GB) models if the Pro is too pricey for you, or you dont need to run VMs, Docker, etc. The Plus and plain versions were discounted to $480 and $344 respectively at the time of this writing. All use the same operating system and offer the same applications. The F4-425 Pros price is roughly on par for a NAS box with this grade of processor, 16GB of memory and NVMe slots, but as always shop around, though were fairly sure youd be happiest with the TerraMaster. How does the F4-425 perform? The F4-425 Pro features dual 5Gbpe (Multi-gig) so its capable of nearly 600MBps when using that protocol, and around 1GBps if you aggregate the two 5Gbps Ethernet adapters. At 2.5Gbps, expect around 290MBps, and on gigabit, around 140Mbps. Theres no Wi-Fi, but thats not the best way to use a NAS box. You can with some (and an add-in card), but commonly NAS is connected via Ethernet directly to a router or switch. I populated the F4-425 with a single 1.92GB Seagate IronWolf SATA SSD and two Crucial T710 PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSDs (running at PCIe 3.0 speed) and formatted with the Btrfs file system. All those SSDs are massively faster than 5Gbpe or even 10Gbpe. The test network consisted of my M4 Max Studio, an EnGenius ECS2512FP 12-port switch (8 x 2.5Gbe/4 x 10Gbe), and PCWorlds 10Gbe Intel testbed. I tested with both a single 5Gbe Ethernet connection and both 5Gbe Ethernet ports bonded using TOS 7. However, there was so little improvement with the ports bonded, Im showing only the 5Gbe results. As to that Disk Speed Test was quite complimentary of the F4-425s throughput, and more so than AmorphousDiskMark. Disk Speed Test was complimentary of the F4-425s throughput, and more so than AmorphousDiskMark. AmorphousDiskMark writes more data at a time than Disk Speed Test, which may be the reason for the lower write number. That said, CrystalDiskMark on the PC showed even greater performance that Disk Speed Test 587MBps reading and 580GBps writing. AmorphousDiskMark writes more data at a time than Disk Speed Test, which may be the reason for the lower write number. That said, CrystalDiskMark on the PC showed even greater performance that Disk Speed Test 587MBps reading and 470GBps writing. ATTO was more in line with Disk Speed Test than AmorphousDiskMark. ATTO was more in line with Disk Speed Test than AmorphousDiskMark. As to sprightlyness, I banged on the interface and apps pretty hard. The F4-425 Pro was extremely responsive. Tasks completely quickly, including firmware updates and reboots. The latter were far faster than what Im used to with my older NAS boxes. Multi-tasking, which I complained about with TOS 6 on the F2-425 was light years better. Thank you TOS 7! And of course, more memory and a faster processor. TerraMasters advertising teases over 1GBps performance. However, thats simply totaling two separate 500GBps connections working separately. Expect what you see above. Note also that there is a list of compatible NVMe SSDs found here . Ive had issues with the F8 SSD Plus with some that werent supported, though the F4-425 seems fine with the same SSDs. I also found that some software required re-enabling after reboots or shutdowns in TOS 7. Should I buy the F4-425 Pro? If you need a very fast 4-Bay NAS box, the TerraMaster F4-425 fits the bill. Though you should expect a couple of software glitches here and there with TOS 7 that QNAP and Synology dont suffer. That said, for creating a surveillance system, the lack of additional fees makes it top dog in that department.
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Google has launched major updates for its AI-powered Ask Maps feature in India. The navigation tool now blends Gemini chatbot capabilities with Google Maps data. This allows users to ask complex queries about travel plans using natural language. The service now
Court orders Meta to pay an additional $567 million in New Mexico child safety case
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Garena Free Fire Max Redeem Codes for August 7, 2026: Get Access to the Latest In-game Loot
Unlock the potential of Garena Free Fire Max with the Redeem Codes available on August 7, 2026. They grant you an upper hand against adversaries or allow you to customize your character's appearance with complimentary in-game items. These codes open doors
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE FCC Listing Reportedly Suggests Exynos Chip, But With Qualcomm Wireless Tech
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE has been sighted on various certification platforms lately, which indicates that its launch could be on the horizon. While the South Korean tech conglomerate has yet to confirm the purported handset, it has now been spotted on yet another database, revealing several key hardware details. The listing suggests that the Galaxy S26 FE could continue using an Exynos chipset, while adopting Qualcomm's FastConnect platform for wireless connectivity.
Google Updates Ask Maps Feature With Hindi Support, Real-Time Transit Updates in India
Google on Thursday announced a fresh set of updates for Ask Maps. The new features expand upon the capabilities of the Gemini-powered natural language query tool, which was first introduced in Maps in March. Calling it the biggest overhaul to Google Maps in over a decade, Ask Maps can now respond to users in Hindi, receive real-time public transit information, and use Personal Intelligence for more personalised recommendations. Google claims to also remember previous conversations, which allows users to continue planning trips without starting afresh.
Amazon Great Freedom Sale 2026: Best Tablet Deals on Samsung, OnePlus, Xiaomi, Lenovo
Amazon's Great Freedom Sale 2026 is set to begin on August 7, bringing discounts across smartphones, tablets, laptops, TVs, and other consumer electronics. Ahead of the sale, Amazon has revealed several tablet offers from brands including Samsung, OnePlus, Lenovo, Xiaomi, and
Amazon Great Freedom Sale LIVE: Best Offers on Smartphones, Tablets, Headphones and More
Amazon Great Freedom Festival is live for all users in India. Buyers can get access to discounts, deals, and offers. The sale event will offer significant price drops on laptops, smartphones, wireless earphones, household appliances, and other electronics. Further savings are available through exchange discounts and eligible bank card offers during the Amazon Great Freedom Sale.
iPhone 18 Pro and Foldable iPhone Could Sell Out Fast Due to Memory Shortage
The iPhone 18 Pro , iPhone 18 Pro Max, and foldable iPhone Ultra could be in short supply this year, leading to long wait times and an initial sellout during preorders. Semiconductor analyst Tim Culpan says Apple is having trouble getting enough DRAM to finish production of the new iPhone models, and chip supplier TSMC has $1 billion worth of unpackaged processors waiting on memory chips. Apple's new A20 Pro chips are built on TSMC's 2nm process and use Wafer-Level Multi-Chip Module packaging to integrate the processor and DRAM at the wafer level. Unfortunately, that means TSMC needs to have the DRAM on hand for assembly, and it can't be added at a later step. Apple is not able to stockpile finished dies and then add DRAM when it becomes available. Apple and its assemblers think they can meet initial demand, but retail inventory could sell quickly, leading to prolonged delivery estimates. The chip backlog will delay main logic board assembly and final device assembly, which could impact production at Foxconn and other assemblers. DRAM has been in short supply for months and has led to long wait times for the Mac Studio , Mac mini , and MacBook Air . Companies that make memory are prioritizing chips for AI data centers because those chips are more profitable, leaving little capacity available for manufacturing chips for consumer devices. We've had ongoing rumors about manufacturing issues with the iPhone Ultra due to the complexity of the design, and supplies of the new foldable could be the most limited of the three iPhone models. Some reports suggest the foldable iPhone could be introduced in September and then launch later, in October or November, but others say it will be available at the same time as the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max. The iPhone Ultra is going to cost as much as $2,500, but the novel form factor and Apple's new Apple Upgrade pricing option could lead to more people being willing to shell out for the device. Apple is also expected to raise prices for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, and analysts believe the devices could be up to $300 more expensive because Apple is paying more for RAM. Last year, the iPhone Air , iPhone 17 Pro , and iPhone 17 Pro Max sold out during the preorder period, and shipping times extended into October . Along with potential production delays impacting supply, there will be no lower-cost iPhone 18 for people to choose this year, putting more pressure on iPhone 18 Pro supplies. Apple is not planning to launch the standard iPhone 18 until early 2027. If you're looking to get one of the new iPhone models in September, it's a good idea to preorder right when the devices become available for purchase to have the best chance of getting one on launch day. Related Roundups: iPhone 18 Pro , iPhone Fold Tag: Foldable iPhone This article, iPhone 18 Pro and Foldable iPhone Could Sell Out Fast Due to Memory Shortage first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Original iPhone Loses Its Last Cellular Network as T-Mobile Kills 2G
T-Mobile retired its 2G GSM network on Monday, August 3, which means all three major carriers in the United States have now ended 2G service. T-Mobile kept its 2G network active because it still had some legacy customers who were using it. Some customers visiting the United States and using international roaming carrier agreements for connectivity also needed 2G for voice calling, but T-Mobile worked with carriers globally to prepare for the end of its 2G network. Customers who were still on T-Mobile's 2G network were warned well ahead of time about the shutdown and given time to transition. Smartphones, alarm panels, payment terminals, and other IoT accessories that used 2G will no longer function. AT&T ended support for 2G almost a decade ago in 2017, and Verizon stopped supporting 2G in 2020. Now that no carriers in the U.S. support 2G, legacy devices like the original iPhone will not be able to connect to any cellular network. The iPhone technically lost cellular support in 2017 when AT&T sunset its 2G network, and now the last workaround is gone. All three carriers also ended support for 3G back in 2022, and have also abandoned early LTE iPhones without VoLTE support. Tag: T-Mobile This article, Original iPhone Loses Its Last Cellular Network as T-Mobile Kills 2G first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Google Maps Can Now Order Your Dinner and Track Your Train Delays
Google today added new agentic capabilities to the Gemini-powered Ask Maps assistant in the Google Maps app. Ask Maps can complete multi-step tasks, such as ordering a meal for you on your way home. Google says you can simply say something like order spicy pad kee mao with seafood for me to pick up on my way home, and Maps will find open restaurants along your route, let you pick one, and add the dish you asked for to your cart so you can review it and check out. Food ordering is rolling out today with partners like Square and Toast, with Uber Eats integration coming soon. Ask Maps can also look up information about hotels and events when you're traveling, comparing prices in real time and checking availability for a hotel, then offering up ideas on things to do nearby. Google says its live updates are coming to transit. A transit widget in Ask Maps offers up-to-the-minute information about delays for bus, train, subway, and ferry rides. A new Personal Intelligence option in Ask Maps allows the feature to connect to Gmail to factor in upcoming plans without needing specific instruction. Connecting to Gmail is opt-in and off by default. Ask Maps can also remember prior conversations for context if history settings are turned on. There's a conversational edits option for suggesting new details for the Ask Maps feature. You can tell Maps about an insider tip and Ask Maps will offer the information to others in the community. Ask Maps is also expanding to Australia, Brazil, Canada, Indonesia, Japan, and Mexico, along with over 150 countries and territories in English. The live transit widget, personalized responses, and conversation memory are rolling out everywhere Ask Maps is available. Food ordering, discovering hotels and events, and conversational contributions are rolling out in the U.S., with more countries set to be added later. Ask Maps is available on the web and in the Google Maps app for iOS. Tags: Google , Google Maps This article, Google Maps Can Now Order Your Dinner and Track Your Train Delays first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Google open-sources an AI model it says can help with earlier hurricane warnings
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Madden NFL 27 Arcade Edition Now Available on Apple Arcade
Madden NFL 27 Arcade Edition is available on Apple Arcade starting today. It's a full Madden NFL game that does not include ads or in-app purchases, and it is available exclusively on Apple devices. Users can lead and coach teams through every stage of the NFL season, controlling games, making strategic decisions, and aiming for the championship. Apple says the game has controls designed for mobile devices, authentic football gameplay, and guided tutorials. It includes Franchise and Quick Play modes, with updates for current NFL teams and dynamic player ratings built on real-world performances. Retro Bowl College+, Everyday Puzzles: Mini Games+, and Water Sort Puzzle: Get Color+ are also new on Apple Arcade this week. Apple Arcade is Apple's gaming service, priced at $6.99 per month in the U.S. Apple Arcade titles can be played on iPhone, iPad , Mac, Apple TV , and Vision Pro. Separately, Big Walk, a new game from the makers of Untitled Goose Game, launched for the Mac. Big Walk is a cooperative multiplayer adventure game that supports 2 to 12 players. Players are tasked with working together to complete challenges and puzzles. Big Walk is priced at $14.99 and is available from the Mac App Store . Tag: Apple Arcade This article, Madden NFL 27 Arcade Edition Now Available on Apple Arcade first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Apple fixes Screen Sharing vulnerability with macOS 26.6.1 update
Macworld Apple rarely releases an operating system update for just one of its OSes, and its just as rare that it fixes a single issue. Thats exactly what macOS 26.6.1, released today, is and does. Apples Security Releases page lists only a single fix, to Screen Sharing: An attacker on the network may be able to authenticate to Screen Sharing without valid credentials. The update is only for macOSthere are not updates for iOS, iPadOS, or any other OS equivalent. For those with older Macs that dont support macOS 26, Apple has released macOS 15.7.9 and 14.8.9 as well to address the same issue.
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BMW Owners Angry Over Spider-Man Ads Appearing on Dashboard Screens
BMW has enraged customers by sending ads for Spider-Man: Brand New Day directly to in-car infotainment systems. An ad appears as a notification when starting the car, and when tapped, it plays a full-screen 19-second animation with music and a light show. The ad started going out on July 27, and it is set to continue through August 10. Cars built after July 2020 with BMW Operating System 7 or newer are displaying the Spider-Man promo in more than 70 markets. BMW owners on Reddit are understandably unhappy with the unsolicited ad showing up in their vehicles. One user said it's classless and tacky for a car that costs over $100,000, and another said it was disgusting. Others asked for an opt-out button, and predicted more ads would be shown in the future. Some users compared it to the U2 album Songs of Innocence that Apple pushed out to all iTunes users back in 2014. Apple did not allow users to decline or delete the album, leading to widespread backlash. Apple ultimately did add a tool for deleting the album. BMW sent out a press release highlighting the ad campaign in late July, claiming it was an exclusive Spider-Man animation that was a special surprise for BMW owners. To celebrate the partnership with Spider-ManTM: Brand New Day, BMW has a special surprise for its drivers. [...] Starting the car brings up a special banner in the Control Display. Clicking on it then activates the Spider-ManTM animation, comprising a full-screen festive animation in the Control Display with aptly chosen backing music and an accompanying light show courtesy of the ambient lighting system. The notification for the Spider-Man ad is going out to compatible vehicles automatically, but owners can avoid the ad by not tapping to play it after receiving the notification. It's also been added to the Festive app on the in-car system. In response to complaints, BMW told The Autopian the Spider-Man animation is not an ad and is part of a broader brand partnership with the film. BMW vehicles also appear in the Spider-Man movie. BMW has pushed similar animated videos for holidays in the past, but car owners found the Spider-Man video to be too close to a commercial. As Daring Fireball points out, BMW said in late 2023 that it would not sell advertising on its in-car displays. BMW was one of the first companies to adopt Apple's CarPlay system, and it has long been an Apple partner. The BMW notification is part of the default in-car operating system, and it does not appear as part of CarPlay. This article, BMW Owners Angry Over Spider-Man Ads Appearing on Dashboard Screens first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Over at Amazon, you can currently find the Greenworks 48V (24V x 2) 17-inch Cordless Electric Mower, 270 CFM Blower, and 12-inch String Trimmer Kit with 2x 24V 4.0Ah batteries discounted to $429.99 shipped, which beats out the direct website , where its keeping to its full $500 going rate. While the tools in this bundle are not the newest models, the bundle giving you all three together with the two batteries has only been on the market since February, with discounts having gone as low as $450, which last occurred during Prime Day in June. Youre getting a $70 markdown here, landing it at a new all-time low price, with several other Greenworks tool deals available in the official Amazon storefront here.
Zelda Ocarina of Time remake leak roundup: Everything we know so far, release date, price, more
Nintendos big Switch 2 release of the year, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, has been officially revealed, but very little is known about it. Nintendo did mistakenly drop a brief description, and it has told us it is coming this year, but what is The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake release date? How much is it going to cost? And what sort of remake are we going to get?
PSA: Amazon is significantly undercutting today
Best Buy launched a wide-ranging Apple Shopping Event today that will run through the weekend. There are certainly some notable deals here, not the least of which $149 off brand new iPhone Air models and this Apple gift card promotion you can leverage towards the upcoming iPhone 18 series. But, alongside Amazon dropping the price even lower on AirPods Pro 3 this morning, it is also offering much better deals on Apple Watch Ultra 3 right now.
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GOOLOO GP4000 Portable 4000A 12V Car Battery Jump Starter Buy for $80 (Reg. $120) Prime-exclusive discount. What we love Sporting a 24,000mAh battery capacity, this GOOLOO jump starter is a handy device that is more convenient to have and not need than need and not have and it can be kept in your car for whenever your battery gets sapped. Not only is that battery rated to make up to 60 jumps on a single full charge, but it also comes with a built-in flashlight, strobing effects, an S.O.S. mode, and can double as a power bank through the two USB-A ports, two DC ports, and a single USB-C port.
TTDs Green Power Generation to Increase With New Donated Windmill
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Free ChatGPT Users Get Unlimited Text Chats and GPT-5.6 Luna
OpenAI today said it is making GPT5.6 Luna the default model for Free and Go ChatGPT users, giving them access to a newer, more capable model to replace GPT5.5 Instant. The company is letting Free and Go users access unlimited text chats, with no text-based rate limits. Limits will still apply for file uploads, images, and other ChatGPT tools. There's also a new Think button coming that turns on higher reasoning. For Plus and Pro users, GPT5.6 Sol is more reliable with facts and gives more focused answers. OpenAI added a slider to let users select how much thought ChatGPT puts into a response, plus the company tweaked the detail the model offers for each question to prevent it from giving extra information when it's not needed. OpenAI says GPT5.6 Sol will avoid unnecessary formatting and will offer a helpful correction when simply agreeing wouldn't be useful. It is also supposed to make fewer mistakes, especially when answers depend on dates, numbers, sources, rules, or assumptions. The Sol update is only for Chat, and the version for Work and Codex is unchanged. ChatGPT's Instant and Thinking experiences have a more consistent tone and behavior so it doesn't feel like switching to a model with a different tone or style. Plus and Pro users have access to the updated GPT5.6 Sol and the slider in ChatGPT starting today. GPT5.6 Luna is becoming the default model for Free and Go users this week, with unlimited text chats and the Think button coming next week. The changes apply to the ChatGPT app for iPhone, iPad , and Mac. Tags: ChatGPT , OpenAI This article, Free ChatGPT Users Get Unlimited Text Chats and GPT-5.6 Luna first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
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PSA: Apple has released security updates for Mac
Tahoe, Sequoia and Sonoma operating systems have been patched to address a Screen Sharing vulnerability.
The FCC just shredded local TV station ownership rules, despite questionable legality
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This Apple Watch Series 11 Cell model just hit its best price ever at $172 off, more from $299
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Small dinosaur fossil suggests Fukushima coast hosted iguanodontians of different sizes
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ChatGPT Free Users Now Have Unlimited Text Chats
OpenAI has introduced major ChatGPT upgrades , enhancing model performance for subscribers while expanding access to unlimited text chat for free users . OpenAI is deploying a refined GPT-5.6 Sol tailored for daily ChatGPT interactions . The updated AI model generates concise, context-aware answers while minimizing formatting clutter . Internal testing across legal, medical, and financial prompts revealed a 68% decrease in factual errors compared to GPT-5.5 Instant . For Plus and Pro subscribers , the release consolidates Instant and Thinking modes into a unified experience across web, mobile, and desktop apps . A new reasoning slider grants direct control over processing depth : Low Reasoning: Ideal for quick answers and simple queries. High Reasoning: Optimized for complex coding, research, writing, and multi-step planning . This model update applies exclusively to general chat; ChatGPT Work and Codex remain unaffected. Unlimited Free AI Text Chat & Thinking Feature To support non-subscribers, OpenAI has eliminated text chat restrictions for free accounts . Free ChatGPT users now receive unlimited text chats powered by GPT-5.6 Luna . The update also adds a dedicated Think button , enabling free tier users to trigger deeper reasoning capabilities on demand for challenging questions . Competitive AI Landscape These AI feature updates arrive as rival platforms integrate native OS artificial intelligence , such as upcoming Apple Siri AI features. While competitors may require paid cloud subscriptions like iCloud+ for high-volume tasks, OpenAIs unlimited free text chat significantly lowers the barrier for everyday AI usage . ChatGPT Free Users Now Have Unlimited Text Chats , original content from Ubergizmo . Read our Copyrights and terms of use .
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iOS 27 Update Brings Long-Awaited Audio Features To Apple CarPlay
Apple is introducing major audio enhancements to its automotive platform, Apple CarPlay , with the upcoming iOS 27 update. The software refresh focuses on improving user convenience and driving safety by adding a redesigned MiniPlayer and introducing audio scrubbing functionality. iOS 27s CarPlay miniplayer According to 9to5Mac , the most notable visual update is the replacement of the legacy waveform icon in the top-right corner with a full-featured MiniPlayer . This new interface displays current album art and provides basic playback controls directly within the primary navigation screen. Drivers can pause or skip tracks without switching away from their active maps, resolving a long-standing usability issue and minimizing visual distraction on the road. Additionally, iOS 27 enables native audio scrubbing for CarPlay users. Previously restricted on vehicle displays, drivers and passengers can now tap and drag the progress bar to seek specific timestamps within songs or podcasts. To make touch interactions safer while driving, the system includes a larger, more accessible playback slider designed for touchscreens. Audio Scrubber on iOS 27s CarPlay At launch, these interactive audio tools will be restricted to Apple Music and Apple Podcasts . However, third-party developers, including popular streaming applications like Spotify and Overcast , are expected to integrate support for these features once updated for iOS 27 . iOS 27 Update Brings Long-Awaited Audio Features To Apple CarPlay , original content from Ubergizmo . Read our Copyrights and terms of use .
Amazon is now offering the Razer Barracuda Wireless gaming headset in black for $84.99 shipped. This is regularly a $160 unit, so youre looking at a solid 46% discount, which takes $75 off its usual going rate. This may not be the newest model in the Barracuda lineup, but it remains a pick, especially at its discounted price today. We have seen it go for less, but it hasnt been this low since it was discounted during the holiday season last year. You can get this in a handful of finishes, but only the black one is down to the lowest price of the year. Head below for more details.
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For Limited Time: Ubisoft Makes Ghost Recon Future Soldier Free For PC Players
As part of the 25th-anniversary celebrations for the franchise, Ubisoft is offering Tom Clancys Ghost Recon: Future Soldier for free to PC players for a limited time . The title can be claimed via the Ubisoft Connect platform and added permanently to the users game library. The promotion runs until August 13. Originally released in 2012 for PC, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360, Future Soldier places players in control of an elite squad of soldiers undertaking high-risk missions globally to eliminate high-priority targets. The gameplay combines third-person shooting, stealth mechanics, and tactical squad coordination. Players utilize advanced technology, including reconnaissance drones, optical camouflage, and target-marking systems, to plan and execute strategic engagements. A key feature of the game is its detailed Gunsmith weapon customization system. This mechanic allows players to modify specific firearm componentssuch as optics, triggers, magazines, and barrelsto suit different tactical approaches for each objective. While the free claim grants access to the full base game, online multiplayer features are no longer functional. Ubisoft previously decommissioned the titles servers, leaving the single-player narrative campaign as the primary accessible game mode. To claim the game, users must log into their Ubisoft account on the official promotion page and complete the redemption process. Downloading and running the game requires the Ubisoft Connect desktop application. Minimum System Requirements for PC: Operating System: Windows 10 Processor: 3.0 GHz Intel Pentium D or 2.2 GHz AMD Athlon X2 4400+ Graphics: 512 MB DirectX-compatible card with Shader Model 4.0 or higher Memory: 2 GB RAM Storage: 25 GB available space Once redeemed, Tom Clancys Ghost Recon: Future Soldier remains tied to the users Ubisoft account, allowing it to be downloaded and played at any time. For Limited Time: Ubisoft Makes Ghost Recon Future Soldier Free For PC Players , original content from Ubergizmo . Read our Copyrights and terms of use .
Suno is adding audio watermarks so AI-generated songs are more easily identifiable
Suno is adding audio watermarks so AI-generated songs are more easily identifiable
'Don't interrupt the chair': Rand Paul, Gary Peters clash over Dr Anthony Fauci's contempt vote
'Don't interrupt the chair': Rand Paul, Gary Peters clash over Dr Anthony Fauci's contempt vote
Courtesy of Baseus official Amazon storefront, Prime members can now pick up the brands EnerFill 70W 3-port GaN charger for $26.99 shipped. This model typically goes for $40, so todays deal delivers a solid 33% discount. The listing highlighted here also includes a FREE 100W USB-C cable worth $16 , bringing the combined value to $56. That means youre saving about $29 overall, or roughly 51%. We have seen this particular charger go for less on its own, but todays bundle delivers better overall value if you also need a new cable for a complete charging setup. Head below for more details.
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OpenAI will no longer limit how many texts free accounts can send to ChatGPT
There will still be limits on image generation, voice mode usage and other features.
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Over at Amazon, Worx fans can currently score the Worx 20V 4.0Ah Battery 2-Pack to bolster their arsenals power supply for $85.74 shipped right now. Down from a $100 full price, its mostly been riding that rate through 2026 since late February, with recent discounts to $95 and $90. Now, while the deal here lasts, you can get $14 slashed from the tag for the best new price we have tracked. And if youre looking to further expand your Worx tool arsenal, you can find plenty of deals in the official Amazon storefront here.
You have to pay to watch the first Grand Theft Auto 6 gameplay reveal
In case you lost your internet connection or something, and didnt already hear, Rockstar officially announced details on when we will get an extended look at Grand Theft Auto this morning. That sounds a lot like we are in for some actual gameplay for the biggest game in gamingfinally, but this is not just another trailer drop folks. This morning we effectively got a trailer for a trailer youll need a paid subscription to watch, sort of.
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Gain 70 miles of travel for each hour your EV is connected to Autel
By way of its official Amazon storefront, Autel is offering its most powerful and advanced Autel MaxiCharger AC Pro 80A Level 2 Residential EV Charger back down at $908.98 shipped, which beats out the direct website by $130 . Youd have to shell out $1,299 for this model at full price, which has consistently been discounted to $1,069 in 2026, with some falls lower to this same rate every month or two. The deal here gives you a total $390 savings off the tag for the all-time lowest price we have tracked since it hit the market this time last year. You can find cheaper EV chargers and diagnostic tools with discounts in the official Amazon storefront here.
Just after the launch of the all-new Olive Gray edition this week, we are now tracking a giant discount on the wonderful Sony WH-1000XM6 Wireless Noise-Canceling Headphones at $230 off the new list price this deal might not last for long.
Best Buy Back to School Sale offers Philip Sonicare
As part of Best Buys Back to School Sale , you can find a bunch of solid savings on dorm room and apartment-ready devices, like the Philips Sonicare 4100 Electric Toothbrush at $35.99 shipped , matching in price over at Amazon. Normally $40, but fetching as much as $50, this is a very popular model to upgrade your oral hygiene routine with, which has been discounted as low as $32 in 2026. The 28% markdown here cuts $14 off the tag for the third-lowest price we have tracked behind falls to $34 in May and $32 in March. Weve also rounded up some additional deals on cooking appliances, TVs, laptops, portable speakers, and more for you below, which you can also find on this landing page here .
Google Wallet now lets parents send money securely to their kids
Parents can now send their kids money that can be used anywhere Google Pay is accepted.
The California Teamsters union is suing the state over self-driving trucks
The California Teamsters union says that new self-driving truck regulations could eventually cause around 400,000 people to lose their jobs.
Indonesia targets Central Asia, Africa to boost exports
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Godonlif 24h Timer Dimmable Wax Melt Candle Warmer Lamp with 2 Bulbs $10.99
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Many ELSS investors assume they can redeem their entire investment once the first SIP completes three years. However, each SIP instalment has its own three-year lock-in, resulting in staggered redemptions. The lock-in cannot be bypassed by paying an exit load.
Your old Mac and iPhone are suddenly worth a lot more
Macworld When Apple hiked prices on dozens of devices in late June, we were left wondering what that meant for trade-ins. Since Apple was charging more for new devices, we naturally assumed Apple should give us more for our older devices, too. Now they are. As spotted by 9to5Mac , Apple has raised trade-in values for most devices, including Android phones. Presumably this is because Apple will get more from the used devices on the secondary market, whether through resale or reused parts, due to the surging price of RAM and other components. Most notably, iPhone trade-in values have mostly all increased, going all the way back to the iPhone 8, which will net you $5 more than before ($40 versus $35). The only iPhones that havent been affected are the 16e, 14 Plus, 2nd-gen SE, X, and 8 Plus. Apple doesnt offer trade-in estimates for its newest iPhones, including the iPhone 17 series, Apple Watch Series 11, MacBook Neo, and other current devices. Here are a few highlights for the models it does offer: iPhone 16 Pro: Up to $630 ($70 more) iPhone 14 Pro Max: Up to $405 ($30 more) iPad: Up to $260 ($25 more) iPad mini: Up to $300 ($35 more) MacBook Pro: Up to $855 ($160 more) Mac Studio: Up to $1,305 ($270 more) Of course, the maximum value depends on the condition, configuration, and age of the device, and you can almost certainly get more by selling your device through eBay or some other third-party site. But if youre buying through Apple, the process is easy and straightforwardand now youre getting a little more, too, just in time for new iPhones, Apple Watches, and Macs this fall. You can check the trade-in value for your device on the Apple Trade In site .
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Give your desk a retro makeover with EPOMAKER
Courtesy of EPOMAKERs official Amazon storefront, you can now score the brands Glyph 75% wireless mechanical keyboard for $118.99 shipped. This model typically goes for $140, so todays deal delivers a solid 15% discount. It did drop a bit lower to $111 during the recent Prime Day sale, but its now down to the best weve tracked outside of that limited offer and remains one of the lowest prices for this model so far. Its one of the most unique keyboards you can add to your desk, and you can learn more about it below.
