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Macworld Apple runs a higher education promotion every year that has traditionally been known as its Back to School sale. The company now refers to it as the College Student Offer or Higher Education Offer because it is only available to students in higher education and eligible education staff not school-age children. The promotion gives eligible customers an extra incentive when purchasing qualifying products through Apples Education Store, where Macs and iPads are already sold at discounted prices. In recent years, those incentives have included free AirPods, a free Apple Pencil, and other accessories. This year Apple has returned to the tradition of offering gift cards with purchases worth up to $150 in 2026 . Apple launches the offer at different times around the world to coincide with the university summer break in each region. It typically begins before the new academic year and runs until several weeks after the first term starts. In 2025, the U.S. promotion began on June 17 and ran until September 30, so a similar launch date had been expected in 2026. Instead, Apple started the promotion on Thursday, July 16, a month later than expected, and originally announced it would end on August 27, a month earlier than in 2025. However, in early August, Apple extended it until September 24. There had been some speculation that the offer might not return this year particularly after the company increased Mac and iPad price , citing rising component costs and memory shortages, but Apple is going ahead with the deal. The same promotion is likely to start in the U.K. and Europe before the end of July. Region 2026 Start date 2026 End Date 2026 Deal North America July 15, 2026 September 24, 2026 (extended) Confirmed: Gift cards worth up to $150 U.K. & Europe Mid-July (TBC) Mid-October (TBC) Expected: Gift Cards worth up to 150. Australia January 7, 2026 March 11, 2026 Confirmed: Free/discounted AirPods, Apple Pencil, Keyboards and Mice Read on to find out everything you need to know about Apples Higher Education promotion this year, including when it is expected to begin in your region, what products and incentives may be included, who qualifies, and how to take advantage of the offer. Apples Back to school deal: At a glance What is Apples Back to School deal? The 2026 deal is gift cards worth up to $150 with purchases of qualifying Macs and iPads. When is Apples Back to School deal? It is running from July 16 to September 24,, 2026 in North America. U.K. and Europe dates are yet to be confirmed. Is this the only student saving from Apple? No, Apple offers a discount on Macs and iPads all year round to qualifying students. Read: How to get an Apple student discount at Apples Education Store . Who qualifies? Verified students in higher education institutions and their parents. When does Apples Back to School deal start? The 2026 promotion Apple U.S . & Canada : From July 16 September 24, 2026. (Gift cards) U.K. & Europe: TBC, likely lasting until mid October, 2026. India : From July 16 September 24, 2026. (Apple is giving away AirPods and Apple Pencil in India) Australia , New Zealand , Brazil and South Korea : January 7 to early March 11 2026. In North America, Apples annual College Student Offer promotion is live now. It started on Thursday, July 16, and finishes on September 24, 2026. Because the academic summer break begins and ends later in Europe, the promotion is expected to launch in the U.K. and across Europe in mid-July. In 2025, for example, the offer began on July 10 and ended on October 21. The deal ran from January 7 to early March 11 this year in the Southern Hemisphere. Similar timings are expected in 2027. Who can get Apples Back to School give-away? Current and newly accepted higher education students and their parents Apple If you are enrolled at a higher education institution (post-K12 education, such as a university or college), or are the parent of a student who is enrolled, you qualify for Apples year-round education pricing as well as the Back to School promotion while it is running. You will need to verify your eligibility before you can access the offer. Prior to May 2026, verifying student status in some countries including the U.S. only required an .edu email address and the name of a higher education institution. Apple has since tightened its verification requirements. As a result, shoppers now need to verify their student status through UNiDAYS (as was already the case in the U.K.). Students are typically required to provide their name, date of birth, and school email address, then search for their institution and wait for their student status to be confirmed. Apples education pricing is not available to parents buying for school-age children, but it is available to parents who are homeschooling their children. What is Apples Back to School deal this year? Get free money with your purchase. Foundry Gift cards worth up to $150 with MacBook Pro, $100 with MacBook Air, iPad Air and iPad Pro. In India, Apple is giving away AirPods/Apple Pencil/keyboard/mouse were offered with qualifying purchases, as it did for the Australian promotion earlier in 2026. The same gift voucher giveaway is expected to launch later in July 2026 in the U.K. and Europe. The free AirPods usually given away with this offer have a value of $129, so the $150 or $100 voucher has an almost equivalent value to that. The gift card does give students the freedom to decide how they would like to spend the money. Even before the gift card, typical savings in the education store include: $200/200 off an MacBook Pro $100/100 off an MacBook Air $100/100 off an iPad Pro $50/50 off an iPad Air $80/80 off an Apple Watch Ultra 3 $40/40 off an Apple Watch Series 11 10/$10 off the Apple Pencil Pro 10/$10 off the standard Apple Pencil So the gift card represents a total saving of $350 for the MacBook Pro, $200 off the price of a MacBook Air, and $200 off an iPad Pro, and $150 off an iPad Air. This isnt the first time Apple has offered gift cards. From 2022 to 2024 in the U.S., U.K., and some other regions, Apple instead offered gift cards worth up to $150/130, depending on the products purchased during the promotional period. During the Australian promotion, that ran from January 7 to March 11, 2026, Apple offered free or discounted accessories including AirPods, AirPods Pro, Apple Pencil models, and Apple Keyboard, Mouse, or Trackpad products with the purchase of qualifying Macs and iPads. Apple is offering that promotion in India. Some European countries may still get AirPods. The following products were offered for free or discounted, earlier in 2026: AirPods 4 AirPods Pro 3 Magic Mouse Magic Trackpad Magic Keyboard Apple Pencil Pro Magic Keyboard (for iPad Air/iPad Pro) Apple also offered AirPods giveaways during its 2025 promotion, and, previously, Apple also included a discount for the AirPods Max. Can students qualify for other savings at Apple? Yes. Apples Back to School promotion is not the only education-related discount the company offers. Macs and iPads sold through Apples Education Store are discounted year-round, so qualifying students and educational institutions can save on the price of a Mac or iPad at any time of the year. The summertime Back to School promotion is offered in addition to these ongoing education discounts. We explain everything you need to know about qualifying for Apples education pricing including how much you can save and how to shop through the Apple Education Store in our Guide to shopping in the Apple Education Store. If you are unsure which device to buy, we also have guides to the Best Mac for Students and the Best iPad for Students . Students can also take advantage of the discounted Apple Music Student Plan, which includes access to Apple TV+ at no extra cost. Read: How to get the student deal for Apple Music and free Apple TV+. How to get Apples Back to School deal In order to get Apples Back to School Deal you need to purchase a qualifying Mac or iPad from your local Apple Education Store during the promotional period. You will need to verify your student status via UNiDAYS , as explained above. Visit the Apple Education Store for your region using the links below: U.S. U.K. Canada Australia New Zealand Brazil South Korea India France Germany Logging in from your university network may help simplify the verification process. When you purchase a qualifying Mac or iPad, you will then be able to claim the promotional freebie or discounted accessory. You can choose which of the giveaway product you want to receive when you make your order. In some cases the freebee comes with an additional cost, we include details of how much more you may need to pay in the tables below. Which products qualify for Apples Back to School deal this year? Apples Back To School deal in 2025. Apple Apple has yet to confirm which products will qualify for the the 2026 promotion in North America, the U.K. and Europe. However, during the Australian promotion earlier in 2026, the following products qualified: MacBook Air MacBook Pro iPad Pro iPad Air Did Apple include the MacBook Neo in the 2026 Back to School promotion? Since the Australian promotion ended, Apple has launched the MacBook Neo, a new laptop aimed specifically at students. Apple has not included the MacBook Neo in the deal. This is no surprise. While the new MacBook is clearly targeted at students, we did not expect Apple to include it in the promotion because of its already relatively low starting price. Did Apple include the Mac mini in the 2026 Back to School promotion? Apple has previously allowed the purchase of a Mac mini to qualify for the promotion, but not in 2025 or in 2026. In recent times, the Mac mini has surged in popularity, especially among AI developers looking for a relatively inexpensive Apple Silicon machine capable of handling local AI workloads. This popularity, combined with ongoing global component shortages, has left Mac mini supply severely constrained throughout much of 2026. Did Apple include the iPad A16 in the 2026 Back to School promotion? Apple has previously allowed entry-level iPads to qualify for its Back to School promotion, but that was not the case in 2025 and it is not the case in 2026. With a new entry-level iPad expected later in 2026 and the current iPad A16 lacking support for Apple Intelligence so our recommendation would be to choose an iPad Air instead. Did Apple include the iPad mini in the 2026 Back to School promotion? Apple has included the iPad mini in some Back to School promotions in the past. This year it is not included. A new iPad mini is expected to launch in 2026, so we would recommend waiting for that. Did Apple include the iPhone in the 2026 Back to School promotion? Apple has never included the iPhone, Apple Watch, or any products other than selected Macs and iPads as qualifying purchases for its Back to School promotion. How much can you save in Apples student deal? Apple Students can already save up to $200/220 on Macs and up to $100/100 on iPads year-round through Apples Education Store. Read more here: How to get an Apple student discount at Apples Education Store. The additional savings available through Apples Back to School promotion depend on both the product purchased and the promotional accessory being offered. In previous promotions, students could save up to $199 by choosing a free Magic Keyboard, up to 179 with the AirPods Pro 4 ANC (with the MacBook Pro), up to $129 by selecting AirPods 4, or up to $129 by choosing an Apple Pencil Pro. Students who select more expensive accessories offered as part of the promotion, needed to pay the difference above the promotional discount amount. For example, in 2025, choosing AirPods Pro 3 required an additional payment of $70. The gift cards giveaway means that the savings are slightly lower. With $150 and $100 gift cards on offer. Below, you can see the kinds of savings Apple has offered in previous years. Once Apple confirms the 2026 promotion details for North America, the U.K., and Europe, we will update these tables accordingly U.S. Back to School giveaway details: 2026 In summer 2026, U.S. students making the following purchases can get the following vouchers. The terms and conditions of the deal are here: U.S . Apples education discounts are available all year round. Visit the U.S. Education Store and Canada Education Store for more information. Additional spend Get MacBook Pro $150 Gift voucher MacBook Air $100 Gift voucher iPad Air or iPad Pro $100 Gift voucher U.K. Back to School giveaway details: 2025 Between July 10 and October 21 in 2025, U.K. students making the following purchases could either get free Mice, TrackPad, Keyboard, Apple Pencil, or AirPods 4, or get a discount on the price of the AirPods Pro 2 and Magic Keyboard cases for iPad. The terms and conditions of the deal are here: U.K . Apples education discounts are available all year round. Apples education discounts are available all year round. Students and educators need to log in via UNiDAYS website to see the offers. Educational Store discounts are usually up to 280 for U.K. students. See Apples terms and conditions . Buy Get Saving Additional spend MacBook Air or MacBook Pro AirPods 4 with ANC 179 AirPods Pro 2 179 100 Magic Mouse 79 or 99 Magic TrackPad 29 or 149 Magic Keyboard $179 or $199 iMac AirPods 4 179 AirPods Pro 2 179 100 iPad Air or iPad Pro Apple Pencil Pro 119 AirPods 4 129 AirPods 4 with ANC 129 50 AirPods Pro 2 129 100 Magic Keyboard for 11-inch iPad Air 119 130 Magic Keyboard for 13-inch iPad Air 119 180 Magic Keyboard for 11-inch iPad Pro 119 160 Magic Keyboard for 13-inch iPad Pro 119 210 If you want AirPods Pro you have to pay a little more, but you are still getting 179 off. Australian Back to School giveaway details: 2026 In summer 2026, Australian students making the following purchases can either get free Mice, TrackPad, Keyboard, Apple Pencil, or AirPods 4, or get a discount on the education price of the AirPods Pro 3 and Magic Keyboard cases for iPad. The terms and conditions of the Australian deal are here . Apples education discounts are available all year round. Visit the Australian Education Store . There were similar savings in New Zealand . Buy Get Saving Additional spend MacBook Air or MacBook Pro AirPods 4 with ANC A$299 AirPods Pro 3 A$299 A$130 Magic Mouse A$119 or A$149 Magic TrackPad A$179 or A$209 Magic Keyboard A$249 or A$279 iMac AirPods 4 (with ANC) A$299 AirPods Pro 3 A$299 A$130 iPad Air or iPad Pro Apple Pencil Pro $199 AirPods 4 A$219 AirPods 4 with ANC A$219 A$80 AirPods Pro 3 A$219 A$210 Magic Keyboard for 11-inch iPad Air A$199 A$220 Magic Keyboard for 13-inch iPad Air A$199 A$270 Magic Keyboard for 11-inch iPad Pro A$199 A$270 Magic Keyboard for 13-inch iPad Pro A$199 A$350 If you want AirPods Pro you have to pay a little more, but you are still getting A$130 off. Europe Back to School giveaway details: 2025 European students making the same purchases as those above could either get free Mice, TrackPad, Keyboard, Apple Pencil, or AirPods 4, or get a discount on the price of the AirPods Pro 2 and Magic Keyboard cases for iPad. French details here . German details here . Spanish details here . Italian details here . Netherlands details here . India Back to School giveaway details: 2026 The 2026 deal in India the Back to University is AirPods or Apple Pencil discounts. Details here . T&C here . Brazil and South Korea Back to School giveaway details: 2025 In Brazil and South Korea Apple gave away AirPods with Mac purchases and Apple Pencil with iPad purchases from January to March 13, 2024. The deal was the same in 2025. What was the 2025 Back to School deal in the U.S? Between June 17 and September 30 in 2025, Apple gave away accessories, or allowed shoppers to pay the difference where products cost more than the giveaway value. In 2026 shoppers get a $150 voucher with the MacBook Pro and a $100 voucher with the MacBook Air, iPad Air and iPad Pro. Heres the 2025 offer: Buy Get Get Additional spend MacBook Air or MacBook Pro AirPods 4 with ANC $179 AirPods Pro 2 $179 $70 Magic Mouse $79 or $99 Magic TrackPad $129 or $149 Magic Keyboard $179 or $199 iMac AirPods 4 $179 AirPods Pro $179 $70 iPad Air or iPad Pro Apple Pencil Pro $119 AirPods 4 $129 AirPods 4 with ANC $129 $50 AirPods Pro 2 $129 $120 Magic Keyboard for 11-inch iPad Air $119 $130 Magic Keyboard for 13-inch iPad Air $119 $180 Magic Keyboard for 11-inch iPad Pro $119 $160 Magic Keyboard for 13-inch iPad Pro $119 $210 Other ways to save money on a Mac or iPad If you dont qualify for an education discount have a look at these best deals on a new Mac and iPad weve seen this month: $53 off AirPods Max Gen 2 at Amazon $180.66 off 14-inch, MacBook Pro M5 Max, 2TB at Amazon $125 off 14-inch, MacBook Pro M5 Pro, 1TB at Amazon $150 off MacBook Air, 13-inch, M5, 1TB at Amazon $150 off MacBook Air, 15-inch, M5, 1TB at Amazon $150 off iPad Pro, 13-inch, M5, 2TB at Amazon $118 off iPad Pro, 11-inch, M5, 2TB at Amazon $70 off Apple Watch Series 11, 42mm, GPS at Amazon $100 off Apple Watch Ultra 3at Amazon $30 off AirPods Pro 3 at Amazon $30 off AirPods 4 at Amazon We also have these round ups, for even more deals: Best MacBook Pro deals Best MacBook Air deals Best Mac mini deals Best iMac deals Best iPad deals Also read about the Best Mac and the Best iPad to help you decide which model to buy.
Sonos Preparing AirPods Max Rival With Voice Assistant Support
Sonos is working on an upgraded version of its Ace headphones that will support AI, reports Bloomberg . The Sonos Ace Ultra showed up in an FCC filing earlier this week, with the product likely set to debut in September. Sonos debuted the original Sonos Ace in 2024. Reviews praised the sound quality and active noise cancellation, but the headphone market is crowded, and Sonos' product launched shortly after its disastrous app redesign . The headphones also didn't fully integrate with the rest of the Sonos ecosystem, making them unappealing to Sonos users. Sonos ended up selling around 200,000 units, well below the internal one-million target it set. Bloomberg suggests the new model will kick off Sonos' push into artificial intelligence. The headphones could support voice commands based on info in the filing, allowing them to be used with AI chatbots from third-party companies. Sonos CEO Tom Conrad said last month that AI will be an area of focus, with conversational computing and predictive intelligence moving into the home. The headphones will come in Greige, Shadow Black, Agave, Blush, and Sand, according to the FCC filing , but little else is known about them because most of the filing was redacted. The original Sonos Ace were priced at $449 at launch and were competitive with the AirPods Max. The headphones had an over-ear design similar to the AirPods Max, and the same general feature set. Apple does not have a new version of the AirPods Max coming anytime soon, so the second-generation Sonos Ace headphones will still be pitted against the original AirPods Max design. Related Roundup: AirPods Max 2 Tag: Sonos Buyer's Guide: AirPods Max (Buy Now) Related Forum: AirPods This article, Sonos Preparing AirPods Max Rival With Voice Assistant Support first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Satechi Launches 240W ChargeView Desktop Charger With Six USB-C Ports
Satechi today launched the ChargeView 240W Desktop Charger, a successor to the 140W ChargeView released last year. The ChargeView 240W can power multiple devices at one time, splitting 240W across six USB-C ports. The ChargeView 240W has an LCD display that shows the live wattage of all ports that are in use. The C1 and C2 ports offer up to 140W each, while ports C3 and C4 can deliver up to 100W each. The final two ports offer up to 30W. These are maximum power levels, and actual wattage will vary based on how many ports are used at one time. If all six ports are in use, power would be split 70W/70W/30W/30W/20W/20W. Satechi is offering the ChargeView in Space Black, and it has a metallic matte finish with a glossy display cover. The Space Black shade is meant to complement Apple devices like the MacBook Pro and Studio Display . There is an included stand that allows the ChargeView to be used in horizontal or vertical orientation on a desktop. The ChargeView uses GaN technology so it is compact, and it has no fan, so it operates silently. Satechi notes that the device will redistribute power when a new device is plugged in, so there can be a momentary interruption in charging. The ChargeView 240W can be purchased from the Satechi website or from Amazon for $149.99. Tag: Satechi This article, Satechi Launches 240W ChargeView Desktop Charger With Six USB-C Ports first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Apple Extends 2026 Back to School Promotion Until September 24
Apple today extended its 2026 Back to School Promotion until September 24, which means it will last almost a month longer than planned. The extension is applicable in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and multiple countries in Asia . The Back to School promotion offers a free item or gift card when students or educators purchase an eligible Mac or iPad model, plus an educational discount. In the United States, Canada, Mexico, Malaysia, the Philippines, Taiwan, and Thailand, Apple is offering a gift card with purchase. In the U.S., that includes a $150 gift card when purchasing a MacBook Pro or a $100 gift card when purchasing a MacBook Air , iPad Pro , or iPad Air . In China, Singapore, and Vietnam, customers can get a pack of four AirTags with the purchase of select devices, while customers in India can get a pack of four AirTags, AirPods 4 , or Apple Pencil Pro depending on the device bought. The MacBook Neo , iPad mini , entry-level iPad, desktop Macs, and iPhones are excluded from the promotion. UNiDAYS verification is required to make a purchase. Apple previously planned to end its Back to School promotion on August 27. Tag: Back to School Promotion This article, Apple Extends 2026 Back to School Promotion Until September 24 first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
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Elon Musk's SpaceXAI today announced the launch of Grok Bot , a eam of always-on agents that can complete tasks using tools, websites, and apps. Grok Bot can work in the cloud, so jobs keep running when your laptop is closed. The feature is tied to Cursor, the AI coding company that SpaceX is acquiring for $60 billion. Grok subscribers can send a message to a bot from their phone or desktop app using natural language. SpaceXAI says that while other tools may require building workflows and routines, Grok Bot gets a task done with a chat. It is able to sign into websites (even those with no API), but SpaceXAI hasn't given details on how authentication works. Multiple bots can be used in parallel, with one managing others and specialists for different tasks. Bots can join a group chat where they can coordinate on their own, passing work, assigning ownership, and only drawing in the user for judgment calls. Users can teach Grok Bot a workflow. It watches as a task is completed, saves the routine, and then can run it solo the next time by following the same steps. SpaceXAI says bots learn over time and can eventually start working efore you need to ask. There are several Grok Bot examples on the SpaceXAI website, like a sales bot updating the CRM with call transcript notes, an ops bot onboarding new hires and processing invoices in Gmail, and an engineering bot reproducing a bug in the product UI, filing a ticket, and handing the fix task off to a debugging bot. Grok Bot is in beta and available for SuperGrok Heavy, Cursor Ultra, and Cursor Teams Premium subscribers on macOS and iOS. Enterprise users can join a waitlist for future access. Tags: Elon Musk , Grok This article, Grok Bot Brings Always-On AI Agents to macOS and iOS first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Head back to school with Lectric
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Apple Pay Chief Jennifer Bailey Retiring in October
Apple Pay executive Jennifer Bailey is retiring and leaving Apple in October, reports Bloomberg . Bailey has been with Apple since 2003 and has long overseen Apple Pay and Apple Wallet. In an employee memo announcing her departure, Apple's services chief Eddy Cue said Bailey will be available in an advisory role. After more than 25 years at Apple, Jennifer Bailey has decided to retire in October. During her tenure, Jennifer has made extraordinary contributions from leading the Apple Store Online through a period of significant growth and global expansion to overseeing the launch of Apple Pay. Under Jennifer's leadership, Apple Pay has changed the way hundreds of millions of our users pay, with a simpler, more secure, and private experience. She also led the development and growth of Apple Wallet, oversaw the development and launch of Apple Card, and led our work in Services fraud prevention and partner operations, Gift Cards, and Trust and Safety. And those are just a few of her achievements. On a personal note, Jennifer has been an incredible friend and leader, and I will miss working with her. Please join me in thanking Jennifer for her incredible contributions to Apple. Before Jennifer's transition at the end of October, we will announce our succession plan, and Jennifer will continue to be available to support the transition in an advisory role. As we continue to work toward our vision of replacing the physical wallet, I'm more confident than ever in the work that we are all doing and look forward to an exciting future ahead. Bloomberg says Bailey's retirement is seen as a major loss for the company. Apple Pay has expanded to more than 80 countries under Bailey's leadership, and Apple says it is accepted at more than 85 percent of retailers in the United States. Bailey is one of several Apple leaders who have retired or are retiring in the near future. Apple general counsel Kate Adams is leaving Apple in late 2026, while environmental chief Lisa Jackson left in early 2026. AI chief John Giannandrea and COO Jeff Williams retired in 2026 and 2025, respectively, and UI design lead Alan Dye departed for Meta in late 2025. Apple CFO Luca Maestri and marketing chief Phil Schiller have taken on smaller roles, and CEO Tim Cook is set to transition to a new role on September 1. Other executives like Eddy Cue, Craig Federighi, Deirdre O'Brien, and Greg Joswiak have all been with Apple for decades and are getting closer to retirement age. Related Roundup: Apple Pay Tag: Jennifer Bailey Related Forum: Apple Music, Apple Pay/Card, iCloud, Fitness+ This article, Apple Pay Chief Jennifer Bailey Retiring in October first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Apple has again failed to earn a stay for fee calculations in its ongoing legal fight with Epic Games . Apple's case will be heard by the Supreme Court in the term that begins in October, and Apple asked the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California to pause proceedings until then, but the court said no. Apple now has 24 hours to give the court an outline of the fees it wants to charge developers for using alternative payment options and linking out to purchase options on the web. Epic Games will then be able to give a legal analysis of Apple's fee proposal, and the court will decide what's reasonable. Apple's stay was denied! Now they have 24 hours to file their proposed menu of junk fees with The Court, and Epic will have 60 days to file our legal analysis in advance of a court hearing on the topic. Tim Sweeney (@TimSweeneyEpic) August 11, 2026 Fee calculations are the result of a long, drawn-out dispute between Epic Games and Apple, which started when Epic sued Apple in 2020. Apple largely won the initial legal fight, but was ordered to change its anti-steering rules to let developers link to non-App Store purchase options. Apple complied, but charged a 12 to 27 percent fee that resulted in few developers choosing to use the option. Epic Games accused Apple of violating the court's order and U.S. District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers agreed. In April 2025, she found Apple in contempt of court for willfully violating her ruling, and stopped Apple from collecting any fees on links in the U.S. App Store . Apple appealed, and the appeals court upheld the contempt ruling, but said Apple was entitled to reasonable fees for its intellectual property. The appeals court sent the case back to the district court to figure out what a reasonable fee might be. Apple has not been able to collect payment for link-outs since April 2025, and right now, there are no fees. The appeals court ruling that continued to hold Apple in contempt led Apple to appeal to the Supreme Court, and the Supreme Court agreed to hear the case. Apple sought a pause on the fee calculations because the higher court's decision could undo the contempt ruling, but the appeals court, Supreme Court, and now the district court have denied Apple's pause requests. The court will now determine a fee, and Apple will need to change its App Store rules to comply. The fee that's set in this legal battle could have implications well beyond the United States because Apple told the Supreme Court that regulators around the world are watching to see the outcome. Tags: App Store , Epic Games , Epic Games vs. Apple This article, Apple Can't Delay App Store Fee Fight While Waiting on Supreme Court first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Apple Releases New iOS 27 AirPods Firmware for Public Beta Testers
Apple today released new AirPods beta firmware available for public testers. The firmware has a build number of 9A5336b, and it is available for the AirPods Pro 2, AirPods Pro 3 , AirPods 4 , and AirPods Max 2 . It is the same as the AirPods beta released for developers last week. In iOS 27 , iPadOS 27 , and macOS Golden Gate , Apple is adding a new AirPods interface, a slider for Adaptive mode, and support for custom EQ, so the firmware lets public beta testers use those features. AirPods are also compatible with the new Siri AI. When the AirPods are connected to an iPhone, iPad , or Mac running iOS 26 , iPadOS 26 , or macOS 26 or later, there is a beta firmware option that can be accessed in the AirPods settings interface. Toggling on beta updates allows users to install the beta firmware. Firmware updates can be downloaded by connecting the AirPods to an Apple device and connecting them to power. It can take a few hours for new firmware to be installed because there is no software update option like there is for other Apple devices. Related Roundups: AirPods 4 , iOS 27 , iPadOS 27 Buyer's Guide: AirPods (Caution) Related Forum: AirPods This article, Apple Releases New iOS 27 AirPods Firmware for Public Beta Testers first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Camp Rock Is Back: Jonas Brothers Reveal What Its Reliving Their Disney Days
The Jonas Brothers are stepping back into the world of Camp Rock! Nick, Joe and Kevin Jonas opened up about returning to the franchise that played a huge role in their early careers, this time as producers alongside Demi Lovato. The brothers say theyre excited to revisit the beloved Disney era while introducing a new generation of young talent to the 'Camp Rock' universe. For longtime fans, its a major dose of nostalgia!
Amit Shah to Speak on Student Protest Today
Speaking to the media in the Parliament House complex, Rijiju said that the government is willing to go beyond a statement and hold a full-fledged discussion on the issue.
Zoom screen-sharing bug let people fully take over other devices on a call
Zoom screen-sharing bug let people fully take over other devices on a call.
India vs Afghanistan In September So What happens To Bangladesh Tour?
Starting from the Sri Lanka Test series that begins later this week, the Indian cricket team will be back in action after a brief break
India vs Afghanistan In New Delhi In September So What happens To Bangladesh Tour?
Starting from the Sri Lanka Test series that begins later this week, the Indian cricket team will be back in action after a brief break
Probe report on Justice Varma to be tabled in LS today
An inquiry committee's report into allegations against Justice Yashwant Varma, concerning the alleged discovery of unaccounted cash at his official residence, is set to be presented before the Lok Sabha on Wednesday.
Abbott partners with Google Health for AI-powered glucose monitoring
Abbott partners with Google Health for AI-powered glucose monitoring.
If youre an individual coder or hobbyist looking to grow your business or side hustle, Microsoft Visual Studio Professional 2026 may be just what youre looking for. For just $29.97 (Reg. $499.99), you can invest in an IDE with improved performance features, deeper AI integration , and upgraded collaboration tools to help you code faster, reduce errors, and tackle larger projects with confidence.
Authors face backlash for participation in 2022 Google AI study
Thirteen authors joined a little-known Google AI study in 2022. Now they're facing backlash.
Shared VPN vs dedicated IP: Which one is right for you?
Shared VPN IPs blend your activity with thousands of users for maximum privacy, while dedicated IPs reduce captcha requests and login issues.
Amazon Offers AirPods Max 2 for
Apple's AirPods Max 2 have hit $449.00 on Amazon this week, down from $549.00. This sale is available in all five colors and it's the best price we've seen on the headphones since June. 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. Free delivery has the AirPods Max 2 arriving around August 16, but Prime members should see same-day delivery options in many locations. We haven't seen the AirPods Max 2 hit their all-time low price since June, so if you've been waiting for a solid deal, today's your chance to save on the headphones. $100 OFF AirPods Max 2 for $449.00 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 in 2026? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple Deals This article, Amazon Offers AirPods Max 2 for $100 Off in All Five Colors first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Quote of the day by Alan Furst: Novelist Alan Furst suggests good people focus on daily life and simple pleasures. Bad people, conversely, are consumed by their wrongdoing and negative actions. Furst's quote emphasizes where individuals direct their attention and choices. This offers a reminder to focus on everyday life and meaningful relationships.
Psychology says people who wear unkempt clothes at home aren't lazy or depressed. Wearing old, loose or worn clothes can be linked to physical comfort, reduced social pressure and a need to separate private life from public roles. At home, people may stop thinking about appearance and allow themselves to rest. This behaviour alone does not indicate poor mental health or lack of discipline.
Life's challenging moments often lead us to unexpected joy and personal growth. This insight teaches us that happiness and resilience can rise from adversity. Difficult experiences cultivate patience and a profound appreciation for brighter times. It's crucial to recognize that life encompasses both sadness and happiness, enriching our understanding of joy's true value.
Indias Map Move Rattles China: What Naming 27 Places In Arunachal Means?
India has formally standardised the names of 27 places and geographical features in Arunachal Pradesh, drawing a sharp response from China. The list includes 21 settlements and localities, four mountain passes, a high-altitude lake and the Sher-e-Thapa Memorial. Several locations, including Jaswant Garh and Thag La, carry military and historical significance linked to the 1962 India-China war. The Ministry of Home Affairs says the move will ensure consistent references across Survey of India maps and government records. China, which calls Arunachal Pradesh Zangnan or South Tibet, rejected the move as illegal, null and void and reiterated its territorial claim. India has consistently rejected Chinas claims, maintaining that Arunachal Pradesh is an integral part of India. The latest naming exercise does not alter the Line of Actual Control or resolve the boundary dispute.
Kolkata, Howrah delimitation bills in assembly today
10-Minute Deliveries, But At What Cost? Zepto Faces Food Safety Questions
Organic trash, discarded wrappers and bottles, accrued filth on the floor and empty cardboard boxes were found during a raid on quick-commerce firm Zepto's warehouse in Bengaluru -- conditions health officials described as extremely unhygienic. The health department also flagged other violations, including on-compliant labelling, misbranding and unhygienic food handling.
Score four Matter plugs with automatic night lights for under $5 each today (All-time low)
4-pack of Linkind Matter Smart Plugs with Night Light Buy for $19 (Reg. $34) Apply H2B6A9JS during checkout. Prime-exclusive discount. What we love This smart plug supports Matter, so it works with popular smart home platforms like Apple Home, Google Home, Alexa, and Samsung SmartThings. It also has a built-in night light, which is something you dont see on many smart plugs. The light can turn on automatically when the room gets dark and switch back off once theres enough ambient light.
From janeu to non-veg food: What Ram Temple CEO candidates were asked in interview
Three former IAS officers, a former IPS officer and four retired military officers were among those interviewed on Tuesday (August 11) for the post of the first full-time CEO of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, sources said.The candidates were questioned about their religious practices, as well as their vision and plans for the development and management of the Ram temple.
Most affordable M5 MacBook Air back in stock at $1,099 via Apple refurb store (Won
Apples most affordable current-generation M5 MacBook Air start at $1,299 now, and landing a deal on this model has been rare at best since the price increase. However, while we dont expect it to last for ver long long before selling out, the official Apple Refurbished Store just put this base 13-inch model up for sale again down at $1,099 shipped .
How the iPhone has changed in the last five years
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Give your compact keyboard a proper numpad with Keychron
Over at Amazon, youll find one of Keychrons latest K0 Max wireless Numpads down at $48.74 shipped. This is one of the newer additions to the brands K-series lineup, and it hasnt seen many discounts since launch. It briefly dropped to $49 during the recent Prime Day sale before jumping back to full price, and todays deal brings that all-time low back with a 25% markdown. The K0 Max is available in a few different finishes, but only the white and retro beige versions with the Silent Red switches are down to the $49 low today. Head below for more details.
Third macOS Golden Gate Public Beta Now Available
Apple today released the third public beta of macOS Golden Gate , allowing non-developers to test the software ahead of its fall release. You can sign up to test the update on Apple's beta website , and then download it by going to System Settings > General > Software Update and toggling on the macOS 27 beta. macOS Golden Gate includes the same Siri AI features as iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 , but you get to Siri through Spotlight with a Command + Space keyboard shortcut. Siri can search the web to answer questions, look through your personal data like photos, emails, and messages to help you find what you're searching for, and complete actions in and between apps. There is a dedicated Siri app, and you can hold ongoing conversations with Siri. Apple brought Visual Intelligence to the Mac, so Siri can look at what's on your screen and answer questions about it. The Liquid Glass design introduced last year has been updated, and Apple added a slider for controlling overall system transparency. Liquid Glass opacity has been changed so it better diffuses complex content, and other design changes bring more depth and separation to the UI so it's easier to tell which window is active. Apps now feature uniform toolbars with headings and controls that are easier to read, and windows no longer have such dramatically rounded corners. Sidebars are no longer floating and extend edge-to-edge, plus window positioning is more consistent across external displays. Write with Siri is able to generate text from scratch, correct your grammar, or give you feedback on your writing, and there are new AI editing tools in the Photos app. In Shortcuts, you can create automations with natural language requests, and search has been improved in Mail and Messages. Apple made multiple performance improvements across macOS Golden Gate for a faster, smoother experience even on older Macs. More on the new features in macOS 27 can be found in our macOS Golden Gate roundup . Related Roundup: macOS Golden Gate This article, Third macOS Golden Gate Public Beta Now Available first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
tvOS 27 and watchOS 27 Third Public Betas Now Available
Apple today released the third public betas of tvOS 27 and watchOS 27 , giving Apple TV and Apple Watch users a chance to try the new software ahead of its fall launch. There's also a new HomePod Software 27 beta for the HomePod and HomePod mini . You can sign up for Apple's public beta testing program on the beta website , and then download the updates through the Settings app on each device. watchOS 27 adopts Siri AI, and you can use Siri from your wrist as long as you have an iPhone that supports it. Siri AI can access your personal information, answer all kinds of questions, and complete tasks for you. There is a dedicated Siri app that's front and center on the watch in the new dynamic app grid that comes up when pressing the Digital Crown. There's a new gesture for selecting a widget in the Smart Stack, plus Apple added Smart Stack suggestions for finding a parked car, accessing a transit card, and getting a birthday reminder. Workout Buddy works without your iPhone nearby, treadmill run and walk distances are tracked more accurately, and Apple added a unified Find My app that also supports Precision Finding. tvOS 27 has a redesigned Podcasts app, Hi-Res Lossless audio and AutoMix song transitions in Apple Music , and easier profile switching. With performance improvements, apps launch faster, animations are speedier, and devices connect more quickly when AirPlaying content. More on what's new in the updates can be found in our watchOS 27 roundup and Apple TV roundup . Related Roundups: Apple TV , watchOS 26 , watchOS 27 Buyer's Guide: Apple TV (Don't Buy) Related Forums: Apple TV and Home Theater , Apple Watch This article, tvOS 27 and watchOS 27 Third Public Betas Now Available first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Disney+ will be the new global streaming home of Formula E racing
Disney+ will be the new global streaming home of Formula E racing.
Get 2x 6.0Ah batteries with EGO
Amazon is giving EGO fans the chance to score its 56V 21-inch Cordless Electric Select Cut and Touch Drive Self-Propelled Lawn Mower with 2x 6.0Ah batteries down at $699 shipped right now. This bundle is dropping down from an $880 full price, which we havent seen very much discounted action on this year. It fell to $779 for a multi-month period in spring before landing down at a short-term stay at the $650 low during Prime Day in June. Now, while this deal lasts, youre getting the second-lowest price of 2026 with $181 cut from the tag.
Babu Genu would be a Gen Z protester if alive today, say descendants
First images of new special edition Zelda Switch 2 console and Pro controller reportedly leak online
Aside from the actual release date for the upcoming Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time remake , and the Direct giving us a proper look at it, Nintendos rumored upcoming Zelda Switch 2 special edition console and the Pro controller are the hottest Hylian thing going right now, and it looks like the very first images might have just leaked online.
Asking questions is essential for acquiring knowledge and developing skills. Hesitation to inquire can lead to prolonged ignorance and missed opportunities. Curiosity drives innovation and deepens understanding in various life aspects. Humility in admitting uncertainty fosters learning from diverse sources. Embracing questions promotes continuous personal and intellectual advancement.
GOOLOO F3 Compressed Air Duster Buy for $30 (Reg. $50) What we love Ive been using this very air duster regularly to clean out the dust and cat hair that accumulates around my desk, in my PC and keyboard, not to mention other parts of my apartment, and its been quite the versatile device, thanks to the various included attachments and three operating modes. If I were needing it, I can rely on the 5,000mAh battery for up to four hours of non-stop use before having to recharge it.
Affordably upgrade your pool cleaning with ECOVACS
Amazon is offering the ECOVACS Ultramarine P1 Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaner for $298 shipped at the moment. Its dropping down from a $500 full price here, which weve previously seen fall as low as $299, which first appeared in Junes Prime Day event. The deal here gives you $202 savings for the best new price we have tracked, landing $1 lower than its previous deal. You can also find the brands other robot floor cleaner deals in the official Amazon storefront here.
Supermassive Games will lay off up to 75 workers
The maker of Until Dawn and Directive 8020 says it's cutting jobs to ensure it remains sustainable.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Review: The Fold Finally Feels Like a Complete Product
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 addresses some of the biggest complaints about Samsungs foldable line-up with a lighter 201-gram design, a wider 5.5-inch cover display and a new 4:3 8-inch inner screen. The improved proportions make it more comfortable for reading, watching videos and multitasking, while the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy delivers flagship-level performance. Its cameras also offer strong results, though the lack of a dedicated telephoto lens and S Pen support remain notable compromises.
What potential Bezos deal would mean for Liverpool
Why investment by a group including Jeff Bezos would not make a marked difference to Liverpool's spending power - and might sit uneasily with fans.
Apple Now Stockpiling More Components Amid Rising Prices
In response to rising component prices, Apple has extended how long it holds OLED display panels in reserve, according to a report from ETNews , citing industry sources in South Korea. Apple apparently moved from a four-week display supply buffer to six weeks starting in the second quarter of 2026. The move is unusual since Apple has long treated inventory as a cost to be minimized rather than built up, operating one of the leanest supply chains in the industry. Deliberately stockpiling more panels for longer marks a noticeable shift in that approach, reportedly driven by a sharp rise in memory chip prices that's rippling out to other components. Buying more panels upfront, especially during quieter periods of sales cycle, will help the company stabilize prices. Apple already raised prices on 14 products , including all Macs and iPads, in June. The iPhone 18 Pro is widely expected to see a price hike when it launches next month . Samsung Display and LG Display remain Apple's primary iPhone OLED suppliers, with BOE supplying a much smaller share out of China. A display industry official told ETNews the longer holding period is likely to stick, and expects it to stretch further once the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max launch. Related Roundups: iPhone 18 , iPhone 18 Pro Tags: ETNews , OLED Related Forum: iPhone This article, Apple Now Stockpiling More Components Amid Rising Prices first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
England and Wales ban Meta Glasses from courtrooms
Cameras are typically banned in courtrooms, and Meta Glasses are no exception in England and Wales.
Acer expanded its gaming line-up in India at the Next@Acer India event in Delhi on August 10, launching three Predator Helios Neo laptops alongside the new Nitro 5 series. The Predator range starts at Rs 2,42,990 and the Nitro 5 series
Can you wear your headphones while driving? It depends on the state
State laws around driving with headphones vary, so make sure you know what's legal.
iPhone Users Who Pay for Enough iCloud Storage Get New iOS 27 Perks
If you are subscribed to an iCloud+ plan with at least 2TB of storage, you will receive new perks in the Home app on iOS 27, according to Apple. Starting with iOS 27, Apple said iPhone users who are subscribed to an iCloud+ plan with at least 2TB of storage receive access to three new Apple Intelligence features in the Home app: generated video descriptions for HomeKit Secure Video cameras, the ability to search for camera clips, and automatic surfacing of noteworthy clips. According to Stephen Robles, the Home app on the fifth developer beta of iOS 27 now indicates how many HomeKit Secure Video cameras are eligible for generated video summaries. Robles told us he had a total of 8TB of iCloud+ storage (6TB plus 2TB from Apple One), and this made him eligible for video summaries for up to 15 cameras. iOS 27 Beta 5 in the Home App tells you how many cameras get Apple Intelligence features. I thought I was on the highest iCloud plan, but *apparently* not! pic.twitter.com/WkbgD5Opon Stephen Robles (@stephenrobles) August 11, 2026 Based on the screenshots that Robles shared in a social media post , it appears that upgrading to the maximum 12TB iCloud+ plan may have an even higher limit. Apple also said select iCloud+ plans provide increased daily usage limits for other new Apple Intelligence features, including image generation in the revamped Image Playground app. However, Apple has yet to list the specific limits for each iCloud+ plan, with those details likely to be shared by time iOS 27 is out of beta in September. Apple said the new features are limited to higher iCloud+ plans because they rely on powerful server models, which are undoubtedly more expensive to run. In other words, Apple is limiting these AI features to paying customers. Related Roundups: iOS 27 , iPadOS 27 Tag: iCloud Related Forum: Apple Music, Apple Pay/Card, iCloud, Fitness+ This article, iPhone Users Who Pay for Enough iCloud Storage Get New iOS 27 Perks first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Bitcoin Miner Riot Platforms Enters $9 Billion AI Infrastructure Deal With Anthropic: Report
Bitcoin miner Riot Platforms has entered a 20-year agreement to supply 191 megawatts of power from its Rockdale, Texas, facility to Anthropic, according to the company and a Bloomberg report. The deal could generate $9 billion (roughly Rs. 85,806 crore) in value and further accelerates the shift among Bitcoin miners towards AI infrastructure. Riot expects the initial deployment to begin in December 2027, with the full build-out scheduled for June 2028.
Acer Launches Swift Pro, Aspire Pro And Aspire 3 In India: Price, Specifications, Availability
Acer brought three laptops to India at its Next@Acer India event in Delhi on August 10. The Swift Pro leads at Rs 79,999, the Aspire Pro follows at Rs 69,999, and the Aspire 3 opens the range at Rs 39,999. The
Two New Games Coming to Apple Arcade
Apple today announced that Block Blast!+ and Art of Fauna: Cozy Puzzles+ are coming to Apple Arcade on September 3, adding two more puzzle games to the service's catalog. Block Blast!+ is the Arcade edition of Block Blast , a chart topping block clearing puzzle game. Players fill a grid with block shapes to clear full rows and columns, chasing bigger combos as they go, and the Arcade version drops the ads found in the free to play original. Art of Fauna: Cozy Puzzles+ is based on Art of Fauna: Cozy Puzzles , winner of the 2025 App Store Award for Cultural Impact. Players reconstruct vintage style nature illustrations piece by piece while learning facts about the animals depicted, and the game offers a text based alternative to the visual puzzles for players with visual or cognitive impairments. The two new titles join an existing roster of Arcade puzzlers, including the dungeon crawling combat puzzler Grindstone , the pipe connecting puzzle game Flow Free+ , and the word search title Crossword Jam+ . Everyday Puzzles: Mini Games+ and Water Sort Puzzle: Get Color+ are more recent additions to that same catalog. A handful of existing Arcade games are also gaining new content this month. On August 12, puffies. adds 28 new packs, including two collections themed around Oden Tomodachi and The Knights. Starting August 20, Simon's Cat - Blast Time is rolling out 200 new levels, with 50 arriving each week over the course of a month. And on August 26, stitch. hits a milestone of 800 unique hoops, marked with a commemorative hoop and a new achievement. September 3 brings a wider wave of additions to Arcade beyond the two new puzzlers. NFL Retro Bowl '27 also gains its new Gauntlet Mode that day, tasking players with stringing together as many consecutive wins as possible using limited starting resources, with real NFL players and more perks the further they progress. Coloring Games for Families+ launches with more than 3,000 activities aimed at players of all ages, while Let's Play! Oink Games+ brings nine of the developer's board games to Arcade, supporting solo play, offline multiplayer, and online matches. Apple Arcade is a subscription service that provides access to hundreds of games across the iPhone, iPad , Mac, Apple TV , and Apple Vision Pro . All of the games are free of ads and in-app purchases. In the U.S., Apple Arcade costs $6.99 per month, and it is also bundled with other Apple services in all Apple One plans. Apple Arcade can be accessed through the App Store and the Apple Games app. Tag: Apple Arcade This article, Two New Games Coming to Apple Arcade's Growing Puzzle Catalog first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
YouTube Increases Monetization Requirements For Shorts And Videos
YouTube has announced significant updates to its monetization criteria, doubling the watch-time threshold for new content creators entering the YouTube Partner Program . Effective February 1, 2027 , the updated guidelines raise entry barriers while leaving existing monetized channels unaffected. Revised Monetization Thresholds Under the updated framework, new channels seeking advertising revenue must meet significantly higher performance benchmarks within specific timeframes: Long-Form Content: Requires at least 8,000 public watch hours over the preceding 12 months, double the previous requirement of 4,000 hours. Short-Form Content: Demands 20 million qualified Shorts views within 90 days, doubling the prior 10 million threshold. Subscriber Baseline: Retains the requirement of 1,000 subscribers to qualify for channel monetization. For creators earning through the Shorts Creator Fund , YouTube specified that channels must maintain 10 million Shorts views every 90 days to retain short-form revenue share. If view counts drop below this mark, creators remain in the partner program for long-form content, with Shorts monetization resuming once the 10-million view threshold is reached again. According to YouTube, the policy shift reflects massive platform growth, noting that daily viewership now exceeds 200 billion Shorts views and over one billion watch hours on television screens globally. Additionally, YouTube confirmed the worldwide expansion of YouTube Premium Lite across all markets where standard Premium subscriptions are supported. Creator compensation under the subscription model remains structured by content type: Long-Form Revenue Share: 55% of subscription revenue is allocated to long-form video creators based on watch time. Short-Form Revenue Share: 45% is distributed to Shorts creators based on total member views. The elevated requirements place increased pressure on emerging creators to build consistent, high-volume audiences before qualifying for earning any platform revenue. YouTube Increases Monetization Requirements For Shorts And Videos , original content from Ubergizmo . Read our Copyrights and terms of use .
Samsung Medical AI: Radiation-Free MRI Detects Parkinson
Researchers from the Samsung Medical Center and Sejong Chungnam National University Hospital have introduced a new radiation-free magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technique. The diagnostic approach is designed to detect early Parkinsons disease risk in individuals exhibiting specific sleep disorders . Mechanism and Diagnostic Advantages The non-invasive method utilizes neuromelanin-sensitive magnetic resonance imaging (NM-MRI) to identify structural damage in dopaminergic neurons . By measuring the volume and signal intensity of neuromelanin pigments , the scan evaluates the overall preservation state of critical brain cells . Key advantages of the technique include: Radiation-Free Screening: Eliminates the reliance on radioactive substances typically required in conventional diagnostic imaging. Cost-Effective Alternative: Serves as a safer and more accessible option compared to expensive Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scans. Broader Accessibility: Does not require specialized radioisotopes or rare equipment, allowing for implementation across a wider network of medical centers . Focus on REM Sleep Behavior Disorder The research specifically targeted patients diagnosed with REM sleep behavior disorder (RBD) , a condition that frequently serves as a precursor to Parkinsons disease . The NM-MRI technique functions as an early screening tool , identifying high-risk individuals prior to the onset of full motor symptoms. While it is not intended to replace traditional diagnostic protocols in advanced stages, the method offers an effective triage resource . By enabling early identification, the protocol reduces overall diagnostic costs while protecting patients from unnecessary radiation exposure . Samsung Medical AI: Radiation-Free MRI Detects Parkinsons Risk , original content from Ubergizmo . Read our Copyrights and terms of use .
MacBook Air M5 Faces Delivery Delays Amid Global RAM Shortage
Following supply constraints previously affecting the Mac Mini and Mac Studio , the MacBook Air M5 has become the latest device impacted by a global memory shortage driven by rapid artificial intelligence expansion. Production capabilities are currently struggling to meet market demand, leading to extended wait times for consumers. According to reporting by Mark Gurman, base configurations remain available for immediate pickup in select physical retail stores. However, online orders requiring home delivery are experiencing delays ranging from several weeks to early September. Key factors surrounding the logistics bottleneck include: Global RAM Deficit: The surge in artificial intelligence infrastructure has restricted raw memory availability across the broader tech industry. Worldwide Scope: Delivery wait times of up to four weeks have been reported globally, including on Apples official storefront in Brazil. No Imminent Refresh: Gurman clarified that inventory shortages are not tied to an upcoming product replacement, as the next MacBook Air generation is not expected until spring 2027. To manage fulfillment challenges, Apple is reportedly encouraging prospective buyers toward the higher-tier MacBook Pro M5 . This shift aligns with broader product cycles, as Apple prepares to introduce an updated MacBook Pro M6 lineup around October. In third-party retail markets, standard MacBook Air stock remains accessible in limited quantities, though pricing has seen upward pressure due to diminishing inventory. Industry expectations suggest supply tightens further until production balances out, with meaningful stabilization unlikely prior to the planned 2027 hardware refresh. MacBook Air M5 Faces Delivery Delays Amid Global RAM Shortage , original content from Ubergizmo . Read our Copyrights and terms of use .
Razer Naga V3 Pro Review: Buttons Galore
The PC gaming world has tried to move on from bulky, heavier mice, but the Naga V3 Pro proves that it still has its place.
Amazon Great Freedom Sale 2026: Best Deals on Smartphones Under Rs 1 Lakh
Amazon's ongoing sale has brought down the prices of several premium smartphones, including the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, Galaxy S26 5G, iQOO 15, Vivo V70 Elite 5G, Xiaomi 17T and OnePlus 13s. The OnePlus 13s has the lowest effective price in this selection at Rs. 56,999, while the Galaxy S25 Ultra sits at Rs. 89,999. Additional savings are available through bank offers, coupons and no-cost EMI on select listings, giving shoppers more ways to reduce their final purchase cost.
Apple is facing a proposed class action lawsuit accusing it of fraud and false advertising over a security flaw in iCloud Private Relay, according to 9to5Mac . The suit was filed by the Clarkson Law Firm, which accuses Apple of deceiving iCloud+ subscribers with its marketing of Private Relay, the feature meant to shield a user's IP address and DNS records while browsing in Safari. The firm alleges Apple knew, or should have known, that its privacy claims about the feature were false and misleading at the time it sold the subscriptions. Clarkson previously took Apple to court over the delayed rollout of personalized Siri features, a case that ended in a $250 million settlement. That deal was reached in December 2025, though the payout terms were not made public until May . Clarkson partner Tim Giordano said Apple had built its reputation on privacy promises, and argued that iCloud+ subscribers paid a premium for protection that failed to hold up, calling it an outrageous violation and betrayal of consumer trust and law. The lawsuit points to a set of WebKit issues that security researchers detailed earlier this month. The most serious ties to passkey sign-ins: a site can trigger a passkey check that gets handled by the device's operating system rather than Safari, bypassing Private Relay's proxy servers entirely, sometimes without showing any passkey prompt at all, even on a site that only claims to support them. Two further issues, tied to DNS prefetching and the WebTransport protocol added in iOS 26 , can also expose a user's real IP address or DNS servers under certain conditions. Since WebKit powers every browser on iOS, the exposure is not limited to Safari. Tags: iCloud , Apple Lawsuits Related Forum: Apple Music, Apple Pay/Card, iCloud, Fitness+ This article, Apple Accused of 'Fraud' in iCloud Private Relay Class Action Lawsuit first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Beat the recent price hike with $50 off the A16 iPad
Macworld Apple iPad A16 View Deal (function () { document.querySelector(#sticky-promo-block a).addEventListener(click, function(e) { const debug = document.location.host.search(/lndo.site|go-vip.net/) !== -1; const text = this.closest(#sticky-promo-block).querySelector(p.promo-title).textContent; const data = { event: stickyConversionUnitClick, eventCategory: Sticky Conversion, eventAction: Click, eventLabel: text }; if(debug)console.log(Sticky Conversion CLick - pushing to dataLayer: , data); dataLayer.push(data); return true; }); })(); If you didnt get a chance to get an iPad before the price hike a couple of months back, nows a good time to get one, as the 11-inch tablet with an A16 chip is on sale for $400 , down from $449. Thats a $49 discount and the lowest weve seen since Apple hike prices, so if you want one you should take grab it You already know what youre getting with this iPad. The 11-inch Liquid Retina display makes all of your photos and videos look sharp and vibrant, while the 128GB of storage space is plenty of space for apps, games, and anything else. The cameras on this tablet are solid, too, with the 12MP Center Stage front camera keeping you centered on video calls and the 12MP Wide back camera shooting clean 4K video and handling document scanning with ease. The iPad A16 also comes with all-day battery life, so you get a tablet that keeps pace with your whole day. This tablet is powered by the A16 chip, which delivers a speed boost for the things most people actually use a tablet for, whether thats streaming, gaming, or editing photos. It will also make a quick job of switching between apps. However, its not compatible with Apple Intelligence, so if you want the new Siri AI, youll need to wait for the new model coming next year. We liked this tablet better when it used to be on sale for $300, but those days are gone. And even at $400, the 11-inch iPad A16 is a reliable, do-it-all pick for the whole family.
First look at new Wolverine PS5, console covers, and Adamantium controller
Sony has now taken to the official PlayStation Blog to give us our very first look at the new Marvels Wolverine Limited Edition PS5 Console bundle and accessories.
Samsung says a hearing aid feature is coming to Galaxy Buds later this year
The FDA approved Samsung's Galaxy Buds hearing aid feature, which will soon be available alongside a hearing test.
We love us some YETI gear around here, and if you like your YETI gear in vibrant Venom green, the deals and Amazon all-time lows are are flying today. Amazon is offering a suite of Ramblers, coolers, accessories, Hopper bags, and much more with some notable price drops drops right now starting from just $10 Prime shipped and you can browse through all of it down below.
For today only, pick up the black Anker SOLIX 1,024Wh C1000X Gen2 power station down at $480
As part of Best Buys Deals of the Day , which is running alongside the massive Back to School Sale , Anker is selling and shipping its SOLIX C1000X Gen2 Portable Power Station down at $479.99 shipped , beating both the direct website by $50 and Amazon by $50. One quick thing to note is that the difference between this model and the ones you see at the direct website and Amazon is simply the black colorway over the more common grey one. This station can be found climbing as high as $799 at full price, though its recently been keeping down around $599 to $500, with discounts having gone as low as $400 a single time in June during Prime Day. The deal here gives you a $319 price cut off the full rate, landing it at the fourth-lowest price we have tracked in its time on the market.
What the Forum for Human Rights
The Forums seventh Annual Report documents a rekindled militancy following the Red Fort attack, a rise in the profiling and harassment of Kashmiri Muslims, the routine invocation of UAPA and PSA against civilians, and continued stagnation on statehood, alongside a special section on Ladakh and Pakistan-held Kashmir.
Give your battlestation a serious upgrade with Samsung
Gaming laptops and monitor deals have been flying lately at Best Buy , B&H , and other retailers as part of their back-to-school sale events . Amazon is getting in on the action now, too, with a notable deal that drops Samsungs 27-inch Odyssey OLED G6 (G60SD) QHD monitor down to $499.99 shipped. Be sure to clip the on-page coupon to see the discounted price during checkout. This is originally a $900 monitor that has more recently been fetching close to $770 at Amazon. You can save $270 by clipping the on-page coupon, landing it $70 below its previous all-time low. This is the lowest price we have tracked for this high-res OLED monitor, and its one of the better options to consider for your battlestation. Head below for more details.
LG Launches Back to School Sale With Major Discounts on OLED TVs and Monitors
LG is hosting a big Back to School sale on its website this week, with deals on monitors, TVs, home appliances, and more. LG's discounts have been automatically applied and do not require any discount codes or special memberships. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with LG. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. Highlights of the event include up to $700 off select LG monitors and up to $2,700 off LG's best TV sets. Regarding the TVs, discounts include big savings on the new 2026 LG OLED evo AI sets, like the 65-inch LG OLED evo AI C6 4K Smart TV for $1,799.99 ($900 off) and the 65-inch LG OLED evo AI G6 4K Smart TV for $3,299.99 ($100 off). SITEWIDE SALE LG Back to School Sale This sale has been running for a few days now, and we're seeing stock running low on a few of LG's TVs. You can opt in to be notified if a TV is out of stock, and LG will send you an email when they've returned and are available to purchase. TVs 50-inch 55-inch LG UHD 4K Smart TV - $299.99 ($80 off) 50-inch LG QNED mini LED 4K Smart TV - $329.99 ($20 off) 55-inch LG QNED evo AI 4K Smart TV - $749.99 ($149 off) 55-inch LG Gallery TV with Frame 4K Smart TV - $899.99 ($400 off) 60-inch 65-inch LG QNED mini LED 4K Smart TV - $459.99 ($20 off) 65-inch LG OLED AI B6 4K Smart TV - $1,699.99 ($300 off) 65-inch LG OLED evo AI C6 4K Smart TV - $1,799.99 ($900 off) 65-inch LG OLED evo AI G6 4K Smart TV - $3,299.99 ($100 off) 70-inch 75-inch LG 4K Nano AI Smart TV - $599.99 ($100 off) 75-inch LG Mini LED 4K Smart TV - $679.99 ($120 off) 77-inch LG evo AI 4K Smart TV - $2,199.99 ($1,500 off) 77-inch LG OLED evo AI C5 4K Smart TV - $2,199.99 ($1,500 off) 77-inch LG OLED evo M Series 4K Smart TV - $2,299.99 ($2,700 off) 77-inch LG OLED evo AI C6H 4K Smart TV - $2,999.99 ($700 off) 75-inch LG Micro RGB evo AI 4K Smart TV - $3,799.99 ($1,200 off) 77-inch LG OLED evo AI G6 4K Smart TV - $4,299.99 ($200 off) 77-inch LG OLED evo AI W6 4K Smart TV - $4,799.99 ($700 off) 80-inch+ 86-inch LG QNED 4K Smart TV - $1,299.99 ($399 off) 100-inch LG QNED evo AI mini LED 4K Smart TV - $3,499.99 ($999 off) Monitors 34-inch UltraGear Curved Monitor - $249.99 ($150 off) 34-inch UltraWide Curved Monitor - $299.99 ($200 off) 34-inch UltraGear OLED Curved Gaming Monitor - $699.99 ($600 off) 27-inch UltraGear OLED Gaming Monitor - $599.99 ($400 off) 32-inch UltraFine 6K Monitor - $1,299.99 ($700 off) Appliances 24-inch FlushFit Top Control Dishwasher - $799.00 ($350 off) 26 cu. ft. Wide Bottom Freezer Refrigerator - $1,799.00 ($400 off) 27 cu. ft. Side-by-Side InstaView Refrigerator - $1,899.00 ($700 off) Single Unit Front Load WashTower - $1,899.00 ($700 off) 27 cu. ft. Smart InstaView French Door Refrigerator - $1,949.00 ($950 off) Washer/Dryer LG WashCombo All-in-One - $2,199.00 ($1,100 off) 30 cu. ft. Smart French Door Refrigerator - $2,599.00 ($1,400 off) 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 in 2026? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple Deals This article, LG Launches Back to School Sale With Major Discounts on OLED TVs and Monitors first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
iPhone 18 Pro Will Reportedly Start With 256GB of Storage
While the iPhone 17 Pro has double the base storage compared to the iPhone 16 Pro, there will apparently be no further increase this year. In a report this week estimating that the iPhone 18 Pro's bill of materials will be nearly 40% higher than the iPhone 17 Pro , Taiwanese research firm TrendForce said the iPhone 18 Pro will start with 256GB of storage, matching the iPhone 17 Pro's minimum capacity. The report did not explicitly mention the iPhone 18 Pro Max, but the Pro and Pro Max models have started with the same amount of storage for the past two generations. Minimum storage capacities by model: iPhone 16 Pro: 128GB iPhone 17 Pro: 256GB iPhone 18 Pro (rumored): 256GB Even though it does not expect an increase in base storage, TrendForce said that retail price increases for the iPhone 18 Pro models are unavoidable due to increased costs for components. RAM costs have increased significantly due to the ongoing memory chip shortage, and prices for storage and A20 Pro chips are also expected to be higher. According to reports, iPhone 18 Pro starting prices in the U.S. could be $200 to $300 higher compared to iPhone 17 Pro starting prices. If so, the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max could start at up to $1,399 and $1,499, respectively. In June, Apple raised prices on all Macs and iPads , as well as the Apple TV, HomePod, HomePod mini, and Vision Pro. The increases ranged from $30 for the HomePod mini to up to $1,300 for a high-end Mac Studio configuration. Apple said it raised prices because of the ongoing memory chip shortage, resulting from companies building out data centers with powerful AI servers. The supply-demand imbalance has led to skyrocketing prices for RAM and SSD storage chips used in a wide range of Apple products, and Apple has now passed those costs on to customers. Apple CEO Tim Cook previously commented that price increases were unavoidable due to a hundred-year flood on memory pricing. Apple is expected to announce the iPhone 18 Pro models in September. Related Roundup: iPhone 18 Pro Tag: TrendForce This article, iPhone 18 Pro Will Reportedly Start With 256GB of Storage first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Alan Wake 2 Has Crossed 3 Million Copies Sold Nearly 3 Years After Launch, Remedy Confirms
Alan Wake 2 has crossed 3 million copies sold across PC, PS5, and Xbox Series S/X nearly three years after its launch. Developer Remedy Entertainment announced the sales milestone in its latest financial report for the first half of 2026. Alan Wake 2 launch on PC and consoles on October 27, 2023.
Love Marriage Problems: What problems do you have to face after a love marriage?
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Garmin Cirqa versus Fitbit Air: How these two fitness trackers compare
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Best Buys August Back to School sale is going strong right now with some great laptop deals. A ton of the latest Copilot+ PCs are discounted as part of the sale, and were tracking some notable offers on Samsungs latest Galaxy Book 6 lineup. Both the standard Galaxy Book 6 and Galaxy Book 6 Pro models are on sale, and you can save up to $650 on them. The standard Galaxy Book 6 Copilot+ PC is currently going for $799.99 shipped , down from its usual $1,450 price tag. Thats a massive $650 off and easily one of the best back-to-school laptop deals were seeing right now. Be sure to head below for more details on this model and the other discounted Galaxy Book 6 machines.
The new Nintendo Switch 2 edition of Minecraft is now available for pre-order at $30 (includes Super Mario Mash-up pack), just keep in mind you can carry over your data from the standard Switch version you can score for down at $21.80 , while the Switch 2 edition is on sale at $24.29 best price to date after clipping the on-page . Shipping is free for Prime members or in orders over $35. More Switch game deals await below. You have to pay to watch the first Grand Theft Auto 6 gameplay reveal Zelda Ocarina of Time remake leak roundup: Everything we know so far, release date, price, more Diablo IV Switch 2 edition release date and price leaks online, expected to launch next month Switch 2 price hike goes live soon, score this deal now at $100 less than that Grand Theft Auto 6pre-orders are now live at AmazononPS5andXbox. Grand Theft Auto 6 pre-orders are now live at Best Buy on PS5 and Xbox . Grand Theft Auto 6 pre-orders are now live at Walmart on PS5 and Xbox . Grand Theft Auto 6 pre-orders are now live at GameStop on PS5 or Xbox .
Motorola Moto Watch (2026) review: Looks can be deceiving
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Amazon Great Freedom Sale 2026: Best Deals on Air Fryers
Amazon Great Freedom Sale 2026 is currently live for all shoppers in India. The discount sale, which started last week, offers deals, offers, and discounts on a wide range of large appliances. Those seeking an air fryer can find deals from brands like Philips, Agaro, and Prestige, among others. Some models are listed with coupon discounts, no-cost EMI offers and same-day delivery options.
Amazon Great Freedom Sale 2026: Best Deals on Smart Water Purifiers
Amazon's ongoing sale brings down the prices of several water purifiers from Aquaguard, Livpure, KENT and Pureit. The Aquaguard Blaze Insta Hot & Ambient is available for Rs. 19,997, while the Livpure Zinger Copper Hot costs Rs. 13,990. More affordable options include the Aquaguard Marvel NXT Active Copper at Rs. 9,999 and Pureit Wave Prime at Rs. 6,974. Eligible HDFC Bank discounts, coupons, exchange benefits and no-cost EMI options can further reduce the purchase cost on select listings.
Bumble now lets either person send the first message after matching
The company previously teased it would change messaging in May.
