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Welcome Home: 4 big Apple announcements coming next week
Macworld October is shaping up to be an exceptionally busy month at Apple Park. Apple is readying the iPhone Duo , a revamped Health app in iOS 27.2, a touchscreen MacBook Pro , and an overhauled iPad mini , which are all expected to launch by the end of this month. But that wont be all. Apple announced on Thursday that it will be holding a special Welcome Home experience on October 13, where it will presumably launch its new smart home products. According to credible rumors, the devices will include next-generation Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini models, along with a brand-new home hub . While many enthusiasts may perceive some of next weeks Apple TV and HomePod upgrades as unexciting performance boosts, the chip bumps will actually unlock never-before-seen advantages for Apples smart home line. An all-new platform The star of the show will undoubtedly be the dedicated home hubwhat some are referring to as the HomePad. Hardware-related leaks and OS code references already give us a solid idea of what to expect from this forthcoming device, including its approximate size and some of its software perks. The HomePad will offer a 6-inch, square-shaped touchscreen stitched to a HomePod-like speaker and draw AC power. Users will be able to display memories from their photo libraries when its idlepresumably depending on whos detected nearby. It will rely on the built-in camera to recognize household members and surface apps/data accordingly, in addition to providing for FaceTime video calls. Apples new smart platform is expected to use elements of the iPhones Standby mode when not in use. Apple Perhaps the most exciting aspect of the HomePad is the all-new homeOS, which will certainly introduce its own unique user interface and feature set to justify the creation of such a device. Apple TV 4K and HomePod models already act as HomeKit hubs, and the iPad is perfectly capable of controlling smart home accessories. So, its safe to assume that the HomePad will bring new features, enticing customers to add it to their existing setups. Smarter speaker The HomePod mini has been around for six years, providing a decent listening experience, seamless Apple ecosystem integrations, and basic voice command support in a miniature design. During the October 13 launch, Apple could finally unveil the HomePod mini 2, bringing fresh color options, potential audio improvements, and a faster S-series chip. While this may sound like an iterative upgrade, the HomePod mini 2 will finally resolve its predecessors main flaw. Foundry Despite its smart speaker classification, the HomePod mini is currently powered by the classic Siri, which is anything but smart. The voice assistant frequently struggles to perform basic actions, requires precise phrasing, and instructs users to check their iPhones for complex answers. The HomePod mini 2 will address that by adopting Siri AI, allowing you to speak more naturally and get hands-free answers based on its trained data and your personal information. Many users will finally be satisfied with the HomePods overall performance, minimizing the need to hunt for smarter third-party alternatives like those from Google and Amazon. A19 TV perks Similar to the HomePod mini, the imminent Apple TV 4K 4s most prominent highlight will be the introduction of a faster chip. First released in 2022, the current model packs the iPhone 13s A15 Bionic chipset with 4GB of RAM. Next weeks model could bump that to an A19 or A19 Pro SoC from last years iPhone 17 lineup, increasing the RAM to 8GB or 12GB. This will bring Siri AI to the big screen and enhance the set-top boxs general performance. That seems unlikely to be the full story. Opting for a year-old flagship smartphone processor in the midst of a chip shortage crisis solely for Siri AI support does not add upespecially since TVs arent primary AI consumption devices. Had it been the case, Apple couldve easily repurposed the iPhone 15 Pros A17 Pro chip and gotten away with it. Apple wants you to game on your Apple TV, and a much better processor could help. Foundry As such, I presume the fourth-generation Apple TV 4K will bring meaningful software additions that take full advantage of the A19, like a more serious gaming push. Given that Beats has allegedly been developing game controllers , this theory could realistically materialize. Otherwise, no one is paying over two hundred bucks to stream Netflix and chill with Siri AI in the living room. The great unknown While iPhone hardware components tend to leak in advance all the time, Apple has a tighter grip over its software development teams. During pretty much every press event, the company surprises us with fresh OS features introductions that had been built in utter secrecy. These features often roll out to older devices, too, despite being marketed for the latest and greatest releases. Foundry So even if youre not planning to upgrade your current Apple smart home devices, the next software update could still elevate your experience with significant additionslike iOS 27.2s four-HomePod surround sound setup.
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DarkSword and Coruna iOS exploits continue to attack crypto wallets
Macworld A new report by security researchers at Censys warns that the DarkSword exploit on iOS continues to be used in conjunction with Coruna malware to steal cryptocurrency wallets. Discovered earlier this year , DarkSword/Coruna is a dual-edged hacking toolkit. DarkSword attacks WebKit and JavaScriptCore to access iOSs SpringBoard that managing app launch and the Home screen. Coruna is the payload used to steal crypto wallet information. Censys research found several servers that had DarkSword/Coruna deployment directories. Wallet apps being targeted include Bitpie, Coinbase, Exodus, imToken, MetaMask, Phantom, Trust Wallet, Uniswap, and OKEx. According to the sites researchers, the exploits main purpose is wallet theft and also mines Photos and Notes for BIP39 recovery phrases. As we reported back in March, old versions of iOS are vulnerable to DarkSword. All of the security holes used by DarkSword have been fixed as of iOS 26.3 (the current version is iOS 27.0.1 ). Users of older versions of iOS 26, iOS 18, and earlier may be vulnerable. How to protect your iPhone from malware The easiest task to perform to secure your iPhone is to update the operating system. iOS can be updated in the Settings app by tapping General > Software Update . Apple also has a separate method for installing immediate security patches called Background Security Improvements. It is located in Settings > Privacy & Security , scroll to the bottom to find Background Security Improvements. Macworld has a list of tips for keeping your iPhone secure .
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Apple Arcade in October: Five new games added to the service
Macworld Gaming subscription services are all the rage now, but Apple Arcade isnt a little different from the likes of PlayStation Plus, EA Play, or Xbox Game Pass. If youve got questions about it, weve got plenty of answers. Updated October 9, 2026: There are five new games on the service this month: 4 Pics 1 Word+ , Pusheens Place , River City Survivors , Terraria+ , and Touchgrind BMX 2+ . What is Apple Arcade? Apple Arcade is a gaming subscription service for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and AppleTV that features several hundred games. The games are a mix of genres and styles, and include original games youll only find on the service and others that can be found on the regular App Store or even other platforms. Apple Arcade isnt a streaming service like Xbox Live Cloud Gaming or GeForce NOW. Games must be downloaded onto your device in order to be played. What do I need to run it? Apple Arcade was made available as part of iOS 13, iPad OS 13, tvOS 13, and macOS Catalina or later. Some of the more visually-intensive games may only run well on newer hardware, though, and some Mac games require macOS 11 (Big Sur). How much does Apple Arcade cost? Apple Arcade costs $6.99/6.99 per month, and youll also get a one-month free trial or you can get three months free if you purchase a new iPhone, iPad, Apple TV or Mac. To claim your free trial click here . You can get Apple Arcade for less than $6.99 a month if you subscribe for a year upfront. A year of Apple Arcade is $49.99/49.99 (so $4.16 a month). If youre currently on the $6.99 month-to-month plan and want to switch to the annual plan and save some money, you can do so on youriPhone or iPad. Open the App Store app, then tap your account icon in the upper right. Tap Subscriptions , then tap the entry for Apple Arcade . Here, you can switch to the annual plan. Apple Arcade is also included in the Apple One subscription bundles , which range from $20 a month to $38 a month and include access to Apple Music and Apple TV and iCloud storage. There is also a month free trial of Apple One. To claim the trial, or sign up for Apple One, click here . How do I sign up for Apple Arcade? There isnt an Apple Arcade appits built into the App Store. On your iPhone, iPad, or Mac open the App Store and look for the Apple Arcade tab at the bottom of the screen (or in the left column on macOS). A sign-up screen with a Try It Free button will appear. After the trial youll be charged either the monthly or annual fee, depending on your selection. When subscribing, youll need to enter your Apple ID password or use Touch ID or Face ID to sign in, and youll have to confirm your subscription purchase a few times. Once youre done with the sign up, the Arcade section of the App Store shows what games are available to you. To access a game, tap on it in the App Store, then tap the Get button. When the game is done installing on your device, the Get button turns into a Play button, and you can tap it to launch the game. The game app icon will also appear on your devices Home page. On the Apple TV, there actually is an Arcade app. Open that to see the sign-up offer. Youll also find an Arcade tab within the App Store. Does my subscription include family sharing? Yes. One $6.99 per month subscription can be shared between up to six people (including you). How do I cancel Apple Arcade? First off, keep in mind that if you cancel Apple Arcade (either before your free trial is up or after subscribing), you wont be able to keep playing the games unless you re-subscribe. If youre okay with that, you can use the same process you use to cancel any other subscription service. Heres the easiest way to do it on the iPhone and iPad: Open the App Store app and tap on your profile photo in the upper right. In the screen that pops up, press Subscriptions near the top of the page. Youll then see a list of active subscriptions, and Apple Arcade should be listed there. Tap it. Youll either see Cancel Free Trial or Cancel Subscription toward the middle of the page that appears. Tap whatever option is available , then Confirm Cancellation . And heres how to cancel Apple Arcade on the Mac: Open the App Store app and then press the icon with your profile photo in the lower left. The Account window will appear, and you should then click View Information at the top of the window. Enter your password when/if prompted. When your Account Information appears, scroll down to the Manage section and click the Manage link to the right of Subscriptions . When the list of your active subscriptions appears, click Edit to the right of Apple Arcade . Toward the middle of the page that appears, youll see a button that says either Cancel Free Trial or Cancel Subscription . Click it, then click Confirm Cancellation and Confirm . Do Apple Arcade games have in-app purchases? No. In Apples words, since every game includes access to the full experience, including all game features, content, and future updates, no additional purchases will be required. Even games that have in-app purchases on the App Store wont have any in Apple Arcade. Do Apple Arcade games have ads? Also no. On a related note, Apple says Apple Arcade has no ad tracking. Is Apple Arcade a game streaming service like GeForce NOW or Xbox Game Streaming? No. All Apple Arcade games are downloaded. Are there demos for Apple Arcade games? No, and theyre not really necessary. Like regular App Store apps, games download quickly and can easily be removed if you dont want to keep it anymore. Apple partly envisions Apple Arcade as a way of letting players try out games with more freedom than the App Store currently allows (which is basically none). In Apples words, rather than pay upfront for each game, a subscription to Apple Arcade will give players the opportunity to try any game in the service without risk. The service has a free trial, though, as weve seen with other Apple subscription services. Am I able to keep playing Apple Arcade games if I cancel my subscription? No. As with most subscription services, you only have access while youre a subscriber. Can I use controllers with Apple Arcade games? Yes. In additional to traditional MFi (Made for iOS) controllers, you can pair some specific Bluetooth controllers for either PlayStation or Xbox with your iPhone, iPad, or Apple TV. Since many Apple Arcade games are playable on Mac and Apple TV (where controller support is more common), many games will support them. Some games, especially those that are also available in the broader App Store and only for iPhone or iPad, have no controller support. How often are new games released? Games are typically released on the first Friday of each month. There are some rare exceptions. What games have been released so far? There are over 200 games available for Apple Arcade, and the list grows all the time. 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Macworld Whats new on Apple TV? What are the best shows and movies? How do you sign up and what does it cost? This article will answer all of that, and youll also get a list of all the currently-available Apple TV content. Theres also a ton of new content in the works for Apples service, too. If you want to know whats on the way, check out our list of upcoming Apple TV shows and movies . Updated October 9: The John Cena action film Matchbox The Movie and the weird comedy series Small Prophets are now streaming. Mentioned IN THIS story Apple TV 4K (2022, 3. Gen.) 128GB WiFi + Ethernet Read our review Price When Reviewed: 64GB $129 | 128GB $149 Best Prices Today: $129 at Apple Latest Apple TV releases Matchbox The Movie Released: October 9, 2026 Small Prophets Released: October 7. ,2026 The Last First: Winter K2 Released: October 2, 2026 Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars (season 2) Released: September 25, 2026 Brothers Released: September 23, 2026 Slow Horses Released: September 16, 2026 Last Seen Released: September 9, 2026 How to get Apple TV You can subscribe to Apple TV on Apples website here , or via the Apple TV app on your device. It costs $12.99/9.99 a month, which you can cancel at any time (Read: How to cancel an Apple subscription ). You can also opt for a one-year subscription for $99/89, which essentially gives you two months free each year. Apple also offers various trials so that you can try out Apple TV before you subscribe. Take a look at our article explaining all the ways you can watch Apple TV for free , and the best Apple TV deals you can get. Students can get Apple TV for free with an already subsidized Apple Music subscription. Best shows on Apple TV Theres far too much content on Apple TV to sift through it all yourself. If youre looking for something to watch and dont know where to start, here are a few of the Macworld staffs favorite shows, series, and movies. Bad Sisters Synopsis: A dark comedy about a group of Irish sisters who find themselves at the center of a life insurance investigation after John Paulthe abusive husband to one of the sistersdies unexpectedly. Number of seasons: 2 Release date: August 19, 2022 Black Bird Synopsis: A gripping miniseries about a convicted con artist who works for the FBI to try to get a serial killers confession before he is released from prison. Based on the true story of James Keene and Larry Hall. Number of seasons: 1 Release date: July 8, 2022 Pluribus Synopsis: A mysterious virus-like pathogen turns the entire human race into a peaceful hive-mind, except for a handful of individuals. Created by Vince Gilligan, of Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul fame. Number of seasons: 1 Release date: November 17, 2025 Severance Synopsis: A combination of dystopian sci-fi drama and workplace comedy about a company where employees are severedwhen at work, they cant remember their outside lives, and vice-versa. Number of seasons: 2 Release date: February 18, 2022 Shrinking Synopsis: A surprisingly quick-witted comedy about a therapist who has trouble dealing with the death of his wife and his eccentric patients. Number of seasons: 3 Release date: January 27, 2023 Slow Horses Synopsis: Gary Oldman turns in a great performance as the cranky leader of a band of misfit spies. Number of seasons: 6 Release date: April 1, 2022 Ted Lasso Synopsis: Apples fish-out-of-water comedy/drama about a midwestern college football coach who heads to England to coach Premier League soccer is a breakout hit for good reason. Number of seasons: 4 Release date: August 14, 2020 The Morning Show Synopsis: Big star power and a fantastic performance by Jenniffer Aniston highlight this fast-paced drama that goes behind the scenes of a fictional morning news program. Number of seasons: 4 Release date: November 1, 2019 Full list of Apple TV shows and series These are all the episodic series you can currently watch on Apple TV, including both recurring and limited series. This list is in alphabetical order. Title Premiere Seasons / Episodes 1971: The Year That Music Changed Everything May 21, 2021 8 episodes Acapulco October 8, 2021 4 seasons, 40 episodes Amazing Stories March 6, 2020 1 season, 5 episodes Amber Brown July 29, 2022 1 season, 10 episodes Bad Monkey August 14, 2024 1 season, 10 episodes Bad Sisters August 19, 2022 2 seasons, 20 episodes BE@RBRICK March 21, 2025 1 season, 13 episodes Becoming You November 13, 2020 1 season, 6 episodes Before October 25, 2024 10 episodes Best Foot Forward July 22, 2022 1 season, 10 episodes Big Beasts April 21, 2023 1 season, 10 episodes Black Bird July 8, 2022 6 episodes Boom! Boom! The World vs Boris Becker April 7, 2023 2 episodes Born to be Wild December 19, 2025 6 episodes Brothers September 23, 2026 1 season, 8 episodes Calls March 19, 2021 1 season, 9 episodes Camp Snoopy June 14, 2024 2 seasons, 26 episodes Cape Fear June 5, 2026 10 episodes Carme April 30, 2025 1 season, 8 episodes Carpool Karaoke August 8, 2017 5 seasons, 75 episodes Central Park May 29, 2020 3 seasons, 39 episodes Chief of War August 1, 2025 9 episodes Circuit Breakers November 11, 2022 1 season, 7 episodes City on Fire May 12, 2023 1 season, 8 episodes Constellation February 21, 2024 1 season, 8 episodes Cowboy Cartel August 2, 2024 4 episodes Criminal Record January 10, 2024 2 seasons, 16 episodes Curses! October 27, 2023 2 seasons, 20 episodes Dark Matter May 8, 2024 2 season, 19 episodes Dear Edward February 3, 2023 1 season, 10 episodes Dear June 5, 2020 2 seasons, 20 episodes Defending Jacob April 24, 2020 8 episodes Dickinson November 1, 2019 3 seasons, 30 episodes Disclaimer October 11, 2024 7 episodes Dope Thief March 14, 2025 8 episodes Doug Unplugs November 13, 2020 2 seasons, 26 episodes Down Cemetery Road October 29, 2025 1 season, 8 episodes Dr. Brain November 3, 2021 1 season, 6 episodes Drops of God April 21, 2023 2 seasons, 16 episodes Duck & Goose July 8, 2022 2 seasons, 17 episodes Earth at Night in Color December 4, 2020 2 seasons, 12 episodes Earthsounds February 23, 2024 1 season, 12 episodes Echo 3 November 23, 2022 1 season, 10 episodes El Deafo January 7, 2022 3 episodes Eva the Owlet March 31, 2023 2 seasons, 17 episodes Extrapolations March 17, 2023 1 season, 8 episodes Five Days at Memorial August 12, 2022 8 episodes For All Mankind November 1, 2019 5 seasons, 50 episodes Foundation September 24, 2021 3 seasons, 30 episodes Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock January 21, 2022 2 seasons, 27 episodes Fraggle Rock: Rock On! April 21, 2020 1 season, 6 episodes Frog and Toad April 28, 2023 2 seasons, 18 episodes Get Rolling with Otis October 8, 2021 2 seasons, 18 episodes Ghostwriter November 1, 2019 3 seasons, 39 episodes Government Cheese April 16, 2025 1 season, 10 episodes Greatness Code July 10, 2020 2 seasons, 13 episodes Gutsy September 9, 2022 1 season, 8 episodes Harriet the Spy November 19, 2021 2 seasons, 20 episodes Hello Tomorrow! February 17, 2023 1 season, 10 episodes Hello, Jack! The Kindness Show November 5, 2021 2 seasons, 16 episodes Helpsters November 1, 2019 3 seasons, 40 episodes Helpsters Help You April 24, 2020 6 episodes High Desert May 17, 2023 1 season, 8 episodes Hijack June 28, 2023 2 seasons, 15 episodes Hollywood Con Queen May 8, 2024 3 episodes Home April 17, 2020 2 seasons, 19 episodes Home Before Dark April 3, 2020 2 seasons, 20 episodes Imperfect Women March 18, 2026 8 episodes Interrupting Chicken November 18, 2022 2 seasons, 17 episodes Invasion October 22, 2021 3 seasons, 30 episodes Jane April 14, 2023 3 seasons, 20 episodes John Lennon: Murder Without A Trial December 6, 2023 3 episodes Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars October 10, 2025 2 seasons, 16 episodes K-Pop Idols August 30, 2024 6 episodes KPopped August 29, 2025 1 season, 8 episodes La Maison September 20, 2024 1 season, 10 episodes Lady in the Lake July 19, 2024 7 episodes Land of Women June 26, 2024 1 season, 6 episodes Last Seen September 9, 2026 6 episodes Lessons in Chemistry October 13, 2023 8 episodes Liaison February 24, 2023 1 season, 6 episodes Life by Ella September 2, 2022 1 season, 10 episodes Lincolns Dilemma February 18, 2022 4 episodes Liseys Story June 4, 2021 8 episodes Little America January 17, 2020 2 seasons, 16 episodes Little Voice July 10, 2020 1 season, 9 episodes Long Way Up September 18, 2020 11 episodes Long Way Home May 9, 2025 10 episodes Loot June 24, 2022 3 seasons, 30 episodes Losing Alice January 22, 2021 1 season, 8 episodes Love You to Death February 7, 2025 1 season, 7 episodes Lovely Little Farm June 10, 2022 2 seasons, 14 episodes Lucky July 15, 2026 7 episodes Make or Break April 29, 2022 2 seasons, 15 episodes Manhunt March 15, 2024 7 episodes Margos Got Money Troubles April 15, 2026 1 season, 8 episodes Masters of the Air January 26, 2024 9 episodes Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed May 20, 2026 1 season, 10 episodes Me July 12, 2024 1 seasons, 10 episodes Messi Meets America October 11, 2023 6 episodes Messis World Cup: Rise of a Legend February 21, 2024 4 episodes Midnight Family September 25, 2024 1 season, 10 episodes Monarch: Legacy of Monsters November 17, 2023 2 season, 20 episodes Monster Factory March 17, 2023 6 episodes Mr. Corman August 6, 2021 1 season, 10 episodes Mr. Scorsese October 17, 2025 5 episodes Murderbot May 16, 2025 1 season, 10 episodes My Brother the Minotaur April 24, 2026 1 season, 10 episodes My Kind of Country March 24, 2023 1 season, 8 episodes Mythic Quest February 7, 2020 4 seasons, 40 episodes Not a Box June 13, 2025 1 season, 8 episodes Now and Then May 20, 2022 1 season, 8 episodes Omnivore July 19, 2024 1 season, 8 episodes One-of-a-Kind Marcie August 18, 2023 39 min. Onside: Major League Soccer February 21, 2025 8 episodes Oprah Talks COVID-19 March 21, 2020 1 season, 13 episodes Oprahs Book Club November 1, 2019 1 season, 14 episodes Pachinko March 25, 2022 2 seasons, 16 episodes Palm Royale March 20, 2024 2 seasons, 20 episodes Physical June 18, 2021 3 seasons, 30 episodes Pinecone & Pony April 8, 2022 2 seasons, 16 episodes Platonic May 24, 2023 2 seasons, 20 episodes Pluribus November 7, 2025 1 season, 9 episodes Prehistoric Planet May 23, 2022 3 seasons, 15 episodes Presumed Innocent June 12, 2024 8 episodes Pretzel and the Puppies February 11, 2022 2 seasons, 18 episodes Prime Target January 22, 2025 8 episodes Puppy Place October 15, 2021 2 seasons, 16 episodes Real Madrid: Until the End March 10, 2023 3 episodes Roar April 15, 2022 1 season, 8 episodes Sago Mini Friends September 16, 2022 3 seasons, 24 episodes Schmigadoon! July 16, 2021 2 seasons, 12 episodes See November 1, 2019 3 seasons, 24 episodes Servant November 28, 2019 4 seasons, 40 episodes Severance February 18, 2022 2 seasons, 19 episodes Shantaram October 14, 2022 1 season, 12 episodes Shape Island January 20, 2023 2 seasons, 16 episodes Shining Girls April 29, 2022 1 season, 8 episodes Shrinking January 27, 2023 3 seasons, 33 episodes Side Quest March 26, 2025 4 epsiodes Silo May 5, 2023 3 seasons, 30 episodes Slow Horses April 1, 2022 6 seasons, 36 episodes Slumberkins November 4, 2022 1 season, 8 episodes Small Prophets October 7, 2026 1 season, 6 episodes Smoke June 27, 2025 9 episodes Snoopy in Space November 1, 2019 2 seasons, 24 episodes Star City May 29, 2026 1 season, 8 episodes Stick June 4, 2025 1 season, 10 episodes Still Up September 22, 2023 1 season, 8 episodes Stillwater December 4, 2020 4 seasons, 40 episodes Strange Planet August 9, 2023 1 season, 10 episodes STEVE! (martin): A documentary in two pieces March 29, 2024 2 episodes Sugar April 5, 2024 2 seasons, 16 episodes Sunny July 10, 2024 1 season, 10 episodes Super League: The War for Football January 13, 2023 4 episodes Surface July 29, 2022 2 seasons, 16 episodes Surfside Girls August 19, 2022 1 season, 10 episodes Suspicion February 4, 2022 1 season, 8 episodes Swagger October 29, 2021 2 season2, 18 episodes Ted Lasso August 14, 2020 4 seasons, 44 episodes Tehran September 25, 2020 3 seasons, 24 episodes The Afterparty January 28, 2022 2 seasons, 16 episodes The Big Cigar May 17, 2024 6 episodes The Big Conn May 6, 2022 4 episodes The Big Door Prize March 29, 2023 2 seasons, 20 episodes The Buccaneers November 8, 2023 2 seasons, 16 episodes The Changeling September 8, 2023 1 season, 8 episodes The Completely Made-Up Adventures of Dick Turpin March 1, 2024 1 season, 6 episodes The Crowded Room June 9, 2023 1 season, 10 episodes The Dynasty: UConn Huskies August 21, 2026 3 episodes The Dynasty: New England Patriots February 16 2024 10 episodes The Enfield Poltergeist October 27, 2023 4 episodes The Essex Serpent May 13, 2022 6 episodes The Hunt March 4, 2026 6 episodes The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey March 11, 2022 6 episodes The Last Frontier October 10, 2025 1 season, 10 episodes The Last Thing He Told Me April 14, 2023 2 seasons, 15 episodes The Line November 19, 2021 4 episodes [a] The Long Game: Bigger Than Basketball April 22, 2022 1 season, 5 episodes The Me You Cant See May 21, 2021 1 season, 6 episodes The Morning Show November 1, 2019 3 seasons, 30 episodes The Mosquito Coast April 30, 2021 2 seasons, 17 episodes The New Look February 14, 2024 1 season, 10 episodes The Oprah Conversation July 30, 2020 1 season, 15 episodes The Problem with Jon Stewart September 30, 2021 2 seasons, 20 episodes The Reluctant Traveler February 24, 2023 2 seasons, 13 episodes The Sisters Grimm October 3, 2025 1 season, 6 episodes The Shrink Next Door November 12, 2021 8 episodes The Snoopy Show February 5, 2021 2 seasons, 26 episodes The Studio March 26, 2025 1 season, 10 episodes The Super Models September 20, 2023 4 episodes The Wild Ones July 11, 2025 1 season, 6 episodes They Call Me Magic April 22, 2022 1 season, 4 episodes Time Bandits July 24, 2024 1 season, 10 episodes Tiny World October 2, 2020 2 seasons, 12 episodes Truth Be Told December 6, 2019 3 seasons, 28 episodes Trying May 1, 2020 5 seasons, 40 episodes Twisted Yoga March 13, 2026 3 episodes Unconditional May 8, 2026 8 episodes Visible: Out on Television February 14, 2020 5 episodes Wanted: The Escape of Carlos Ghosn August 25, 2023 4 episodes Watch the Sound with Mark Ronson July 30, 2021 1 season, 6 episodes WeCrashed March 18, 2022 8 episodes Wheres Wanda? October 2, 2024 1 season, 8 episodes Widows Bay April 29, 2026 1 season, 10 episodes Wolfboy and the Everything Factory September 24, 2021 2 seasons, 20 episodes Women in Blue July 31, 2024 2 seasons, 20 episodes WondLa June 28, 2024 3 seasons, 20 episodes Wonder Pets: In the City December 13, 2024 2 seasons, 26 episodes Yo Gabba Gabbaland August 9, 2024 1 season, 20 episodes You Would Do It Too October 30, 2024 1 season, 8 episodes Your Friends and Neighbors April 11, 2025 2 seasons, 19 episodes Full list of Apple TV movies and short films Apple TV is home to a fair number of original movies, too. Some of the movies saw a limited theatrical release, all are listed here in alphabetical order. Title Release Date 9/11: Inside the Presidents War Room September 1, 2021 Argylle April 12, 2024 All of You September 26, 2025 Beastie Boys Story April 24, 2020 Billie Eilish: The Worlds a Little Blurry February 26, 2021 Blitz November 22, 2024 Blush October 1, 2021 Bono: Stories of Surrender May 30, 2025 Boys State August 14, 2020 Bread and Roses November 22, 2024 Bruce Springsteens Letter to You October 23, 2020 Causeway November 4, 2022 Cha Cha Real Smooth June 17, 2022 Cherry March 12, 2021 CODA August 13, 2021 Come from Away September 10, 2021 Come See Me in the Good Light November 14, 2021 Dads June 19, 2020 Deaf President Now! May 16, 2025 Echo Valley June 13, 2025 Emancipation December 9, 2022 Eternity February 13, 2026 F1: The Movie December 12, 2025 Fancy Dance June 28, 2024 Fathom June 25, 2021 Finch November 5, 2021 Fingernails November 3, 2023 Fireball: Visitors from Darker Worlds November 13, 2020 Flora and Son September 29, 2023 Fly Me to the Moon December 6, 2024 Fountain of Youth May 23, 2025 Ghosted April 21, 2023 Girls State April 5, 2024 Greyhound July 10, 2020 Hala December 6, 2019 Hannah Waddingham: Home for Christmas November 22, 2023 Here We Are: Notes for Living on Planet Earth April 17, 2020 Highest 2 Lowest September 5, 2025 Killers of the Flower Moon January 12, 2024 Louis Armstrongs Black & Blues October 28, 2022 Luck August 5, 2022 Lulu is a Rhinoceros May 30, 2025 Mariah Careys Magical Christmas Special December 4, 2020 Mariahs Christmas: The Magic Continues December 3, 2021 Matchbox The Movie October 9, 2026 Mayday September 4, 2026 Napoleon March 1, 2024 Napoleon: Directors Cut August 29, 2024 Number One on the Call Sheet March 28, 2025 On the Rocks October 23, 2020 Outcome April 10, 2026 Palmer January 29, 2021 Propeller One-Way Night Coach May 29, 2026 Raymond & Ray October 21, 2022 Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me November 4, 2022 Sharper February 17, 2023 Sidney September 23, 2022 Snoopy Presents: A Summer Musical August 15, 2025 Snoopy Presents: For Auld Lang Syne December 10, 2021 Snoopy Presents: Its The Small Things, Charlie Brown April 15, 2022 Snoopy Presents: Lucys School August 12, 2022 Snoopy Presents: Theres No Place Like Snoopy July 31, 2026 Snoopy Presents: To Mom (and Dad), With Love May 6, 2022 Snoopy Presents: Welcome Home, Franklin February 16, 2024 Spirited November 18, 2022 Stephen Curry: Underrated July 21, 2023 Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie May 12, 2023 Stiller & Meara: Nothing is Lost October 24, 2025 Swan Song December 17, 2021 Tetris March 31, 2023 The Banker March 20, 2020 The Beanie Bubble July 28, 2023 The Bloody Hundredth March 15, 2024 The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse December 25, 2022 The Dink July 24, 2026 The Elephant Queen November 1, 2019 The Family Plan December 15, 2023 The Family Plan 2 November 21, 2025 The First Snow of Fraggle Rock December 5, 2025 The Gorge February 14, 2025 The Greatest Beer Run Ever September 30, 2022 The Instigators August 9, 2024 The Last First: Winter K2 October 2, 2026 The Last of the Sea Women October 11, 2024 The Lost Bus October 3, 2025 The Pigeon Tunnel October 20, 2023 The Sky Is Everywhere February 11, 2022 The Tragedy of Macbeth January 14, 2022 The Velvet Underground October 15, 2021 The Velveteen Rabbit November 22, 2023 The Year Earth Changed April 16, 2021 Twas the Fight Before Christmas November 26, 2021 Who Are You, Charlie Brown? June 25, 2021 Wolfs September 27, 2024 Wolfwalkers December 11, 2020
Mike Ditka was tough and gruff, the quintessential Chicago Bear. He did everything from order off the menu to knock defensive backs on their butts with a growl. His adopted hometown reveled in every minute.
Giant lineup of Friday Apple TV deals from $5: Blumhouse horror, Fast
Todays lineup of the best Apple TV deals is now ready to roll, including titles like Blumhouse of Horrors 15-Movie Collection, Bumblebee, Fast & Furious 10-Movie Collection, Ford v Ferrari, loads of Naruto, Ronin, that terribly awesome original Street Fighter flick, The Aviator, and more. On your way down scope out M6 Mac mini at $150 off, M5 MacBook at $200 off , and AirPods Max 2 at $120 off, and, while AirPods Pro 3 have now jump up $20, thats still a solid deal at $50 off. Fridays Apple TV deals are waiting below. more
Magnetic plate latches this USB-C power strip just about anywhere, now $18 (Save 37%)
ORICO 6-in-1 Magnetic USB-C Power Strip Buy for $18 (Reg. $28.50) What we love I love magnets. They can honestly feel like one of the most truly magical natural things out there when they just snap things in place in a virtually invisible way. This power strip puts them to work and includes a plate so you wont need to damage a surface in order to get it mounted. more
Pair your Frame-style TV with this fluted stand while it
Marsail Fluted 65-inch TV Stand Buy for $133 (Reg. $175) What we love I think the image above really drives home how nice a fluted style can look. Not only can it look fantastic with one of Samsungs The Frame TVs (or one of the similar models from other brands), its hard to argue that it also wont help modernize the look of whatever you may already have as well. more
Need a new mouse? Just $10 and this wireless 6-button Acer unit is yours (Save 29%)
Acer 2.4GHz 6-Button Wireless Mouse Buy for $10 (Reg. $14) What we love A lot of you will think Im crazy, but Ive been all-in on Apples Magic Trackpad for months now and havent really looked back. The only exception to this is for games that require faster movement, so I picked up a similar model just for when I wind up playing. So it doesnt matter if youre in a similar boat or have simply worn down your existing model, at $10, now is a good time to strike if you ask me. more
Now $2.50 each: Add four breathable Apple Watch sport bands to your collection for $10
Adorve Breathable Apple Watch Sport Bands (4-pack) Buy for $10 (Reg. $12) Prime-exclusive discount. What we love While we see these types of bands go for less from time to time, this is still a solid price point at just $2.50 each. Its a great way to have a few worry-free straps around for the gym, work, or really any situation when youre worried about damaging one of your pricier bands. more
Microsoft really wants my old MacBook
Macworld Did you see that the new Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra has a magnetic USB-C port? Yeah, yeah, I know, MacBooks have MagSafe, blah blah, blah. But magnetic USB-C ! Thats so cool. How cool? So cool that Im considering switching from this M5 Max MacBook Pro that Im typing on now! Wait, it gets better. Now that Im going to switch over to glorious magnetic USB-C, Microsoft wants to make it easier by taking my MacBook in a trade-in. Wow, bold move, Microsoft. It feels like when I traded in my old gas car for my sparkling electric vehicleIm leaving behind the old and entering a new frontier. Crazy. I mean, Apple only takes old Macs on trade-ins. Microsoft taking MacBook trade-ins? Lil Finder Guy is spinning on his head, wherever he is. (Yall notice Guy hasnt been around lately? I digress.) Going through Microsofts value finder on its Surface Laptop Ultra website , theyre offering $2,115 for the M5 Max MacBook Pro (128GB RAM, 4TB SSD) thats on my lap right now. It was worth $6,149 when new. I guess thats the price to pay for magnetic USB-C! I also checked to see what I could get for an old 12-inch base model MacBookremember that laptop? The one with a single USB-C port thats not even magnetic? Microsofts AI behind the value generator probably laughed when it created its offer of $32.37. But seriously, Microsoft is making a push for MacBook Pro users. Head over to the Surface Laptop Ultra site and youll see that Microsoft is advertising up to $1,000 when you trade in an eligible MacBook Pro and buy one of its new laptops, specifically telling buyers to break up with Apple: Break up with your MacBook If youve outgrown the compromises of a traditional professional laptop, well help make the switch. Level up to Surface Laptop Ultra and get up to $1,000 cash back when you trade in an eligible MacBook Pro.12 Were confident that once todays creators and developers experience everything Surface Laptop Ultra has to offer, they wont look back. Learn more about the offer here. Microsoft Low trade-in values are nothing new. Apples values are on the low side, too. It reminds me of when I traded in my old gas car for my EV (did I mention that it sparkled?). Also, as my PCWorld colleague Mark Hachman points out, Microsoft is mum about the Surface Ultra Laptops battery life and power draw . I mean, thats about as red a red flag can get. So yeah, I dont think I want magnetic USB-C that badly. After all, MacBooks have MagSafe. Good enough for me.
Waterproof design and 2-year history headline Govee
GoveeLife Smart Indoor/Outdoor Hygrometer Buy for $18 (Reg. $30) What we love I have temperature sensors strategically placed throughout my home so I can more accurately open and close vents to distribute heating and air conditioning as well as possible. This particular model takes things a step further with a build that works both inside and out. Another nice perk is that you can export an up to 2-year history so you can keep an eye on trends year over year. more
EU and China strike interim trade deal which could cut Chinese hybrid exports by half, EU trade envoy says
Clean, modern, and reasonably priced Bruno Marc suede loafers can be yours for $43 (Reg. $60)
Bruno Marc Suede Leather Loafers Buy for $43 (Reg. $60) What we love If you want a slip-on style that looks polished and put together, these suede loafers are now even more affordable. I dig the low-profile look and the fact that they use quality suede leather. Other perks include a stretchy top, traction along the bottom, and high-rebound foam on the inside. more
Get that Timbaland look for less: Bruno Marc Classic Boots 3.0 priced from $43.50 at Amazon
Bruno Marc Classic Boots 3.0 Buy for $43.50 (Reg. $50) What we love I know, I know. These are likely not on the same level as Timbaland boots, but hear me out. Right now a lot of that brands official offerings cost over 4x more than these do right now. So if these last a quarter of that timeframe, youll still be coming out ahead. more
Belgium calls for activation of EU blocking statute to protect ICC
Belgium has called for the activation of the EU blocking statute to protect the International Criminal Court, Belgium's Foreign Minister Maxime Prevot said on Friday, after US President Donald Trump's administration announced sanctions on the court. Belgium strongly
Those iPhone 18 Pro production cuts are actually a really good sign
Macworld Apples stock took a bit of a tumble today following a report from Nikkei Asia that iPhone 18 Pro orders have been cut by as much as 20 percent due to soft demand. The publication cites the new phones prices as the main reason for the pullback, with Apple raising starting prices by $100 on the back on soaring memory and storage costs. Of course, weve heard all this before. Every year, overseas outlets run stories about iPhone production cuts as Apple shifts orders to accommodate customer demand. Apples stock ebbs and flows on the news, and it generally ends up being much ado about nothing once Apple releases its quarterly earnings. This years report holds considerably more weight due to the current market conditions, and theres probably some truth to the notion that some people are holding off on buying a new phone. The iPhone 18 Pro isnt a huge upgrade over the iPhone 17 Pro, the cheaper models dont arrive until next year, and higher storage models are much more expensive than they have ever been. It all adds up to the likelihood that Apple is probably selling fewer iPhone Pro models than it did last year. But theres another possibility. In just a week, Apple will open preorders for the iPhone Duo, its first folding phone, which starts at $1,999. Its the most expensive phone Apple has ever sold and is expected to sell out very quickly due to supply constraints, and I wouldnt be surprised to see some models backordered through 2027 within hours of availability. So it would make sense that Apple is shifting 15-20 percent of production to its higher-margin, very popular new model. If you look at the spec sheet, youll see that the iPhone 18 Pro and Duo share the same processor/memory and storage capacities, which happen to be the biggest reason for supply issues. So again, it would make sense for Apple to cut production for the iPhone 18 Pro to free up those components for the iPhone Duo. Want more evidence that this isnt a sign of doom and gloom? Back in 2017, it was reported on October 19 that Apple had cut production of the iPhone 8 by a whopping 50 percent due to what one carrier called anemic sales. That phone started at $699, while the iPhone X, which would go on sale a week later, started at $999, the first iPhone to break the thousand-dollar barrier. Sound familiar? We reported late last month that Apple had already set up a pre-preorder page for the iPhone Duo that does little more than let you choose a color and storage size. Its not about convenience or ease of orderingApple uses systems like these to gauge interest and demand for its devices, and something tells me that its going to be blown away by the demand for the iPhone Duo. So dont worry, Apple is doing just fine.
FOREX-Euro falls as oil moves off lows, set for fifth straight weekly drop
The euro was headed for a fifth straight weekly drop on Friday, with early gains fading as oil prices recovered from earlier lows, but recent selling pressure eased as France's beleaguered bond market steadied. The euro zone's currency hit a 17-month low of $1.1161 on Monday as investors wo
Automattic loses its interim CFO just weeks after boardroom shakeup
Automattic's interim chief financial officer Jeremy Klaperman has left the company less than a month after taking the role, TechCrunch has learned. Sources say his departure followed a demotion back to his previous position, marking another executive exit amid the organization's leadership turmoil.
Anker has been one of the top contenders in the portable backup power market for quite some time now, and today, the brand is introducing its latest portable solution, the SOLIX S5000 Power Station , alongside some launch savings well ahead of it hitting the market later in the month. The brand is positioning it as the longest-lasting 5kWh portable power station, designed to power home essentials for up to 48 hours during an outage. more
Over at Amazon, youll find UGREENs official storefront offering the brands DXP2800 GT NAS for $399.99 shipped. This is a fairly new version of the DXP2800 NAS model that debuted last year, and it typically goes for $510. The fall Prime Day deal, which is still live on the it takes $110 off to mark the return of the lowest price it first hit earlier this year. Its one of the better NAS deals we came across in this years fall Prime Day sale, and its definitely worth a look if youre planning to set up a new one in 2026. Head below for more details and deals on other UGREEN NASync options. more
This mid-range 512GB M5 iPad Pro is $150 off at Amazon, more from $649
Alongside a host of notable hangover Apple Prime Day deals on gear like the new M6 Mac mini and the M5 MacBook Pro at $200 off , there are also loads of current-generation iPad models at $100 off right now. Youll find those below, but we also spotted this mid-range 512GB iPad Pro at $150 off courtesy of Amazon. more
Sam Altman said the superintelligence accord that President Donald Trump signed with AI executives is a good start, but that the industry will need more. He said it in the second of two interviews with Vanity Fair, recorded in San Francisco on 2 October. The magazine published both interviews on 5 October. Guiducci recorded the [] This story continues at The Next Web
Best USB-C and Thunderbolt cables for iPhone, iPad and Mac for 2026
Macworld USB-C is the modern connection standard shared by most new devices today. It comes in several different formatsUSB-C, USB4 and Thunderboltbut they all have the same reversible connector at the end and are interchangeable and backwards compatible. All of Apples new devices now use USB-C or Thunderbolt for charging and data transfers. Some cables are only really good for charging as their data-transfer (bandwidth) rate is too slow to be practical. In the reviews below we note both charging power (measured in watts) and data-transfer rate measured in either megabits per second (Mbps) or gigabits per second (Gbps). If you are connecting the cable to a monitor, storage device, hub or docking station the minimum data speed should be 5Gbps but go higher if you can. If you just want to use it for charging an iPhone, iPad or MacBook, the data speed matters less. Weve tried and tested the best USB-C and Thunderbolt cables here. If you want to jump straight to our recommendations click the one that meets your requirements: Best USB-C cable for iPhone and iPad Best USB-C cable for Mac Best Thunderbolt 5 cables Best Thunderbolt 4 cables You can find cheaper online but we recommend cables only from trusted brands, such as Anker, Apple, Beats, Belkin, Cable Matters, CalDigit, Native Union, Plugable, and Ugreen. When charging your precious devices, you want to be sure that you arent putting them at risk of overheating and potentially causing a fire in your home. Apples old Lightning connector was also reversiblewhere it doesnt matter which side of the connector faces up or down as you plug it inso no big change there, but USB-C is much more than just a symmetrical design. It can transfer data much fasterpushing Lightnings 0.48Gbps to up to 120Gbps. Apples iPhone 15 and newer have a USB-C port, replacing the old trusty but proprietary Lightning cable that has been a part of iPhones and older iPads since 2012. Apple supplies a USB-C charging cable in the box, but if you want a single cable for fast charging and data transfersor just a spare charging cableweve rounded up some of our favorites to help you get the best one. Some are fast, some are super-powerful, some are both, a few are retractable, and some are just fun. Yes fun! We go into more detail about everything you need to know about USB-C cables after the chart of best cables, but for now you need to know about the cable of your dreams: Which speed (measured in watts) your devices require : an iPhone needs at least 20W to fast-charge, an iPad 30W, a MacBook Air at least 70W, a MacBook Pro 100W and the 16-inch Pro 140W. While the MacBook Neo doesnt officially support fast charging, a 30W charger will speed things up but any higher wont likely do much more for that laptop model. Do you need it to transfer data as well as supply power? Most charging cables are limited to a rather slow 480Mbps data rate. If you want proper bandwidth as well as charging power look for at least 5Gbps or as much as 80Gbps. How long should it be: if the charger is within arms reach of your device a short cable might suffice where a long cable will just be an inconvenience, but if you want to charge your iPhone, Pad or MacBook while sat on the sofa a longer cable will make all the difference. Weve supplied the cable data to these questions in our reviews below. The difference between USB-A, Lightning, USB-C, and Thunderbolt Foundry Thunderbolt looks identical to USB-C and uses the same connector, but is much faster. Thunderbolt 3 and 4 can reach 40Gbps, and Thunderbolt 5 stretches as far as 80Gbps (and even 120Gbps unidirectionally). Note that the cables reviewed here are USB-C to USB-C (or backwards-compatible Thunderbolt to Thunderbolt ). Old iPhone chargers had the non-reversible rectangular USB-A connector to connect to the charger and a Lightning connector that went into the iPhone. Dont stick with legacy USB-A at one end as the old standard is limited in data transfer speed to 10Gbps and pegged back in charging speed to just a rather pathetic 15W. Apple Using a USB-C charger will enable fast charging even for iPhones with a Lightning port. You can still charge an Apple device with a USB-A charger but not at the fastest speed. From the iPhone 15 onwards its USB-C into the charger and USB-C into the iPhone. See our roundup of the best USB-C chargers for iPhone . We have even more tips that show you the fastest ways to charge an iPhone . Best USB-C cables for iPhone and iPad Elsewhere we have rounded up the best Lightning cables weve seen for iPhones older than the iPhone 15. USB-A is the larger, non-reversible connector. USB-C is required for iPhone fast charging. From the iPhone 15 onwardsalso from the AirPods Pro 2 youll need a cable with USB-C on both ends ( USB-C-to-USB-C ) to charge an iPhone or iPad unless you charge wirelessly: check out the best MagSafe wireless iPhone chargers . All iPads on sale today feature a USB-C connector. But even the 10th Gen iPads USB-C is still limited to a 480Mbps data speed. The iPad mini has a USB-C port that supports 5Gbps; the iPad Air 10Gbps; and the iPad Pro has a USB4/Thunderbolt port that can zip data along at 40Gbps. Check your iPads data transfer rate before choosing a new cable. For charging only, any of the USB-C cables reviewed below will be fine as 20W should be enough to charge even an iPad. But if you are connecting to other devices or syncing via cable, we recommend cables that support faster data transfers. A 10Gbps USB-C cable, such as the Cable Matters cord below, is an excellent option if you dont want to spend a bundle on Thunderbolt. Apple 60W USB-C Charge Cable (1m) If it must be Apple Pros Made by Apple 60W Power Delivery Robust woven design Cons Slow data-transfer speed Price When Reviewed: $19 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $19 View Deal $25.97 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 60W Cable length: 3.3ft (1m) Data transfer speed: 480Mbps Colors: White Best for: Charging iPhone 15-18, charging iPad, charging MacBook Air Not for: Syncing iPad, syncing MacBook Air, charging or syncing MacBook Pro If you want every iPhone accessory you own to be made by Apple, go with Apples own USB-C Charge Cable as a spare USB-C iPhone charging cableat 60W its powerful enough to charge even a MacBook Air. At $19 / 19 its a fine, if comparatively expensive, solution. Unlike Apples rather feeble plastic USB-C to Lightning cables, this 3.3ft (1m) charging cable has a robust woven design that means it is far less likely to fray or break with frequent winding and tugging. Apple also sells a $29 2m USB-C Charge Cable that is now also wovenits rated at up to 240W, overkill for an iPhone but top-end charging for any Apple USB-C device. Its USB 2.0 data-transfer speed is super slow compared to 5Gbps or faster USB-C cables but its the same as Lightning. That doesnt make a difference when charging your iPhone but if you are syncing an iPad or Mac via cable, transfer speeds will be frustrating. As the iPhone 15/16/17/18 Pro models boast 10Gbps data transfer, this cables low bandwidth is a bit of a disappointment if you use the cable for syncing. Its available in only white. If you fancy a color that matches your new iPhone or your soft furnishings, you need to read on for one of the third-party USB-C cables that we recommendstarting with the poppy Beats cables. Beats USBC to USBC Woven Cable (1.5m) The colors! Pros Made by Apple (sort of) 60W Power Delivery Robust woven design Punchy colors Cons Slow data-transfer speed Price When Reviewed: $18.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $7.60 View Deal $7.6 View Deal $11.99 View Deal $18.99 View Deal $18.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Charging: 60W Cable length: 5ft (1.5m) Data transfer speed: 480Mbps Colors: Power Pink, Rapid Red, Bolt Black, Surge Stone, Nitro Navy Best for: Charging iPhone 15-18, charging iPad, charging MacBook Air Not for: Syncing iPad, syncing MacBook Air, charging or syncing MacBook Pro Beats is an Apple company so its just as trustworthy, and these tangle-free 60W cables are not only a cent cheaper than Apples white cable, they are half as long again and available in some great colors to make life feel that bit more vibrant. A 3m version ( $29.95 ) supports charging up to 240W, which is aimed more at MacBooks but might suit your needs if the charger is on the other side of your room and you are doomscrolling TikTok videos in bed. Data transfer is slow, so thislike many iPhone cablesis mainly a charging cable. Anker 310 USB-C to USB-C Cable Best budget USB-C charging cable for iPhone and iPad Pros Twin pack 60W Power Delivery Robust braided design Length options Cons Slow data-transfer speed Price When Reviewed: $9.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $7.99 View Deal $14.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 60W Data transfer speed: 480Mbps Monitor support: No Cable length: 3ft (0.9m) or 6ft (1.8m) Colors: Black, Gray, Red Best for: Charging iPhone 15 and 16, charging iPad, charging MacBook Air Not for: Syncing iPad, syncing MacBook Air, charging or syncing MacBook Pro This 60W USB-C charging cable is available three colors, which can be useful if you need to distinguish between cablesor know who in your household borrowed your charging cable Available in two lengths ( 3ft or 6ft ) the Anker 310 is top quality, with a tough braided construction thats super affordableespecially in this twin pack. Its data-transfer speed is slow (480Mbps) but, for charging an iPhone or small MacBook, its just what you need at a price that significantly undercuts Apple. And, as youll read later in this feature, its perfectly good for charging iPads and mid-sized MacBooks, too. Native Union Belt Cable Duo USB-C to Lightning Cable Premium hybrid charge cable for iPhone & iPad Pros Charges USB-C and Lightning devices 60W Power Delivery Robust braided design Color options Cons Slow data-transfer speed Price When Reviewed: $39.95 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Check on Amazon Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 60W Data transfer speed: 480Mbps Monitor support: No Cable length: 5ft (1.5m) Colors: Cosmos, Kraft, Slate Green, Zebra Best for: Charging all iPhones, charging all iPads, charging MacBook Air Not for: Syncing iPad, syncing MacBook Air, charging or syncing MacBook Pro This 60W USB-C charging cable is a great choice for people who own a pre-15 USB-C iPhone or a later phone but still have Apple devices with a Lightning charging portthink older AirPods or pre-USB-C iPad. It has USB-C on one end to plug into your charger but at the other theres a fixed choice between USB-C and Lightning. You cant charge two devices at the same time but you wont need to have two cables near you at all times if you still own some Lightning devices Its available in three unique colors and patterns, which should also make it easier to distinguish in your crowded cable drawer, and its braided for durability. Rolling Square inCharge XL Best hybrid charge cable for iPhone, iPad & MacBook Pros Charges USB-C, Lightning and MicroUSB devices 100W Power Delivery Pouch and cable tidy included Color options Cons Slow data-transfer speed Price When Reviewed: From $34.90 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $34.90 View Deal Rolling Square $34.90 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 100W Data transfer speed: 480Mbps Monitor support: No Cable length: 0.5ft (15cm), 1ft (30cm). 6.6ft (2m), 10ft (3m) Colors: Urban Black, Glacier White, and Summit Yellow Best for: Charging all iPhones, charging all iPads, charging all MacBooks Not for: Syncing iPad, syncing MacBook Air, syncing MacBook Pro The inCharge XL a well-built clever cable that charges nearly everything as fast as is possible, is simple to use, and easy to keep protected with its tied cap and travel pouch. Its a boon if you have older Lightning devices as well as USB-C Apple gear and even fiddly MicroUSB gadgets. The older adapters slide from the USB-C connectors, and are protected when not in use by a protective tied cap. The custom nylon cable itself is braided with reinforced. The clever part is that the Lightning connector also works as the MicroUSB adapter. Remarkably, it stays reversible unlike the ultra-fiddly MicroUSB.0 There are six charging options: USB-C to USB-C; USB-C to Lightning; USB-C to MicroUSB; USB-A to USB-C, which I cant see ever being used; USB-A to Lightning; and USB-A to MicroUSB. It can charge to 100W using the base USB-C to USB-C configuration, which is enough to fast-charge all but the 16-inch MacBook Pro. 100W is fine for the 16-inch but you need 140W (PD 3.1) for fast charging that particular model. The Rolling Square inCharge XL might be all you need for charging, but look elsewhere for cables with a decent data-transfer rate. Read our full Rolling Square inCharge XL 6-in-1 charging cable review Anker 140W 2-in-1 USB-C to USB-C Cable Dual USB-C charge cable for iPhone, iPad and MacBook Pros Charges USB-C and Lightning devices 140W Power Delivery Robust braided design Cons All ends look the same Price When Reviewed: $17.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $16.99 View Deal $17.99 View Deal $17.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 140W Data transfer speed: 480Mbps Monitor support: No Cable length: 4ft (1.2m) or 6ft (1.8m) Colors: Black, White Best for: Charging all iPhones, charging all iPads, charging all MacBooks Not for: Syncing iPad, syncing MacBook Air, charging or syncing MacBook Pro This cable supports up to 140W power delivery so is good for even the 16-inch MacBook Pro but is just as able with the iPhone or even your AirPods case. But its special feature is the two ends that mean you can attach it to one charger but two USB-C devices. The full 140W is available only when one device is connected unless the other is fully charged. When charging two devices, power is shared out. For example, with a MacBook Pro taking 112W, the second device would take just 18W (just enough for Apples iPhone fast charging), or both could output 50W to the two devices. When two devices are being charged at the same time, the device first plugged in receives the higher power. Its a neat solution but wed have preferred the three ends to be marked in some way as they each look the same, so the one that is plugged into the charger can be confused with one of the others at that moment. Statik PowerStand USB-C cable stand Best charge cable with a kickstand Price When Reviewed: $19.95 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Check on Amazon Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 240W Data transfer speed: 480Mbps Monitor support: No Cable length: 6.6ft (2m) Colors: Black Best for: Charging iPhone 15/16/17/18, charging iPad, charging all MacBooks Not for: Syncing iPads or MacBooks Most cables are pretty floppy things, even when nicely braided. The Statik PowerStand is a USB-C to USB-C cable with built-in foldable kickstand at one end, supporting both landscape and portrait orientations-so great for passive viewing and video calls. At 240W its powerful enough to fast-charge even the top-end 16-inch MacBook Pro at full speed, although its 480Mbps bandwidth is not up to much if you want to transfer data rather than just charge. Cable Matters 10Gbps USB-C to USB-C Cable Best charge and data cable for iPhone and iPad Pros 100W Power Delivery 4K monitor support 10Gbps data transfer Available in Black and White Price When Reviewed: $20.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $12.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 100W Data transfer speed: 10Gbps Monitor support: 4K Cable length: 3.3ft (1m) and 6ft (1.8m) Colors: Black or White Best for: Charging iPhone 15/16/17/18, charging and syncing iPad, charging MacBook Air and 14-inch MacBook Pro Not for: Syncing MacBooks, charging 16-inch MacBook Pro Apple has increased wired data transfer bandwidth to 10Gbps on the iPhone 15/16/17/18 Pro and Pro Max20x faster than the USB-C of the plain iPhone 15/16s 480Mbps (0.48Gbps). If you want to take advantage of this significantly increased wired bandwidth, youll need a cable like this one from Cable Matters that also supports 10Gbps, as the USB-C cable that Apple includes with all the iPhones is really for charging only and rated at 480Mbps. It can also charge at up to 100Wmore than enough for an iPhone but also enough for even the 14-inch MacBook Pro. Its fine for a 16-inch Pro but fast-charging that laptop requires a 240W cable. MacBook and iPad Pro owners may prefer a Thunderbolt cable with 40Gbps data transfer. Its available in black or white and 3ft or 6ft lengths. Anker 515 USB-C to USB-C Cable (USB4) Best charge and data cable for iPad Pro Pros 240W Power Delivery 40Gbps data transfer 6K monitor support for iPad Pro 8K monitor support for Mac Cons Short Price When Reviewed: $29.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $29.99 View Deal Anker $29.99 View Deal $29.99 View Deal $29.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 240W Data transfer speed: 40Gbps Monitor support: 6K (iPad Pro) 8K (Mac) Cable length: 3.3ft (1m) Colors: Black Best for: Charging iPhone 15/16/17/18, charging and syncing iPad, charging MacBook Air and MacBook Pro For ultimate iPad Pro data transfer bandwidth, choose a Thunderbolt 4 or USB4 cable. This USB4 can be used with the iPhone 15/16/17/18 and any MacBookeven the mighty 16-inch MacBook Proas its 240W/40Gbps specs are broadly Thunderbolt 3 compatible. Anker notes that it is not a fully Thunderbolt 4 cable so if you need that, keep reading. This Anker 515 USB4 cable is overpowered from a charging point of view but therefore offers some Apple tablet and laptop future-proofing. Remember, you wont harm your iPad or Mac using a premium higher-wattage cable. Where it wins is its 40Gbps data bandwidth, the maximum youll get from any USB-C cable, and capable of connecting an iPad Pro to a 6K USB-C display at 60Hz. Via a Mac, it could support an 8K display. Anker 333 USB-C Cable (10ft) Best long USB-C cable for iPhone and iPad Pros Long cable 100W Power Delivery Robust braided design Color options Cons Slow data-transfer speed Price When Reviewed: $13.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $9.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 100W Data transfer speed: 480Mbps Monitor support: No Cable length: 10ft (3m) Colors: Black, Red, Silver Best for: Charging iPhone 15/16/17/18, charging iPad, charging MacBook Air and MacBook Pro Not for: Syncing iPad, syncing MacBook Air or MacBook Pro Sometimes you just need a very long charging cable. Maybe your wall socket is on the other side of the sofa or deskor even in another roomand you need your iPhone to hand for calls and messaging. This 10-foot (3m) USB-C cable should be long enough for you. Sometimes you need a more colorful charging cable. Ok, you dont really need a more colorful charging cable but its nice to have the option. If you want even more color variations, but at a shorter cable length, keep reading Available in black, red or silver, this USB-C cable can charge at a fast 100Wmore than enough for an iPhone or iPad and plenty for a MacBook. CableCreation Short USB-C to USB-C Cable Best short USB-C cable for iPhone and iPad Pros Short cable 60W Power Delivery Robust braided design Cons Slow data-transfer speed Price When Reviewed: $8.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $7.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 60W Data transfer speed: 480Mbps Monitor support: No Cable length: 0.8ft, 9.6in (0.24m, 24cm) Colors: Black Best for: Charging iPhone 15 and 16, charging iPad, charging MacBook Air Not for: Syncing iPad, syncing MacBook Air, charging or syncing MacBook Pro There are times when you dont want a long cable snaking all over your desk or tabletop. All you need is a short cable to charge your device. While we have seen shorter than this 9.6-inch USB-C to USB-C cable, some that weve tested have been flaky at charging so we prefer to go with a brand that we trust. It is too short to tangle but long enough to dangle from a wall charger, and is also available in a two pack or pack of five . If you need a short cable but faster charging speed look at the 6-inch (15cm) Plugable Cable that offers 240W power but zero data transfer, which it claims as a data-security feature. Also worth considering is the Nimble PowerKnit 3 Cable Travel Kit , available from the Apple Store . This is a three-pack of really short 5-inch 60W recycled USB-C cables with connectors for USB-C and Lightning connector, plus USB-A. Native Union POP Cable Best coiled USB-C cable for iPhone and iPad Pros Short long cables 60W Power Delivery Coiled Color options Cons Slow data-transfer speed Price When Reviewed: $19.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $19.99 View Deal Native Union $19.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 60W Data transfer speed: 480Mbps Monitor support: No Cable length: 1ft to 5.9ft (0.3m to 1.8m) Colors: Black, Alarm Red, Pine, Sandstone, Lemon, Candy, Azur, Slate Green Best for: Charging iPhone 15 and 16, charging iPad, charging MacBook Air Not for: Syncing iPad, syncing MacBook Air, charging or syncing MacBook Pro If sometime you need a long cable but are mostly happy with a short one, consider a coiled USB-C cable such as the POP Cable from Native Union. Its shortest length is 1ft (0.3m) but can easily be pulled up to 4ft (1.2m) and can stretch to a maximum 5.9ft (1.8m). The POP Cable XL ($34.99) goes from 1.6ft (0.5m) but can easily be pulled up to 7.9ft (2.4m) and can stretch to a maximum 9.8ft (3m). Not only does it stretch to your needs of the moment, it adds a touch of nostalgia for those who remember when landline phones came with a twisty cord, and adds a blast of color to your desk. Cable Matters Retractable USB-C 2.0 Charging Cable Best retractable short 60W USB-C cable Pros Retractable 60W Power Delivery Tangle free Two pack Cons Slow data-transfer speed Short Price When Reviewed: $16.49 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 60W Cable length: 4 inches (0.1m) to 3.5ft (1m) Data transfer speed: 480Mbps Colors: Black Best for: Charging iPhone 15 and 16, charging iPad, charging MacBook Air Not for: Syncing iPad, syncing MacBook Air, charging or syncing MacBook Pro A long trailing cable is just about excusable if hidden behind a desk but is wholly inappropriate in a handbag or stuffed in your pocket. Most of us find it helpful to keep a tangle-free charging cable in a car, briefcase or backpack. This cable takes up only a few inches of space when fully retracted. You pull the cable from both ends to extend it to five set lengths: 1ft, 1.5ft, 2.2ft, 3ft and 3.5ft. Data transfer is slow but at 60W it will charge even a mid-sized laptop if connected to a suitable wall charger. Its not braided by feels strong and will be protected in its winding shell. Look out for the two-pack for extra value. Baseus The Baseus Free2Pull Mini , pictured above, is an alternative 60W retractable USB-C cable. Its not a two-pack like the Cable Matters set but is available in four colors: black, blue, purple and white. Pull the cable from both ends to extend it to five set lengths: 1.1ft, 1.9ft, 2.7ft, 3ft and 3.3ft. We review two 100W retractable USB-C cables in the MacBook cable section further down. If you want to fast-charge your MacBook as well as your iPhone or iPad, investing in the 100W models makes more sense. Wave Bio-Based Charging USB-C to USB-C Cable Best eco-friendly USB-C cable Pros Eco friendly 60W Power Delivery Cons Slow data-transfer speed Price When Reviewed: From $13 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price WaveCase $13 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 60W Data transfer speed: 480Mbps Monitor support: No Cable length: 3.3ft (1m) or 6.6ft (2m) Colors: Speckled recycled white Best for: Charging iPhone 15/16/17/18, charging iPad, charging MacBook Air Not for: Syncing iPad, syncing MacBook Air, charging or syncing MacBook Pro The exterior of this sustainable USB-C to USB-C cable is constructed using plant-based materials, thus reducing a reliance on petroleum-based plastics like thermoplastic elastomer (TPE). The packaging is recyclable (the bio-based cables are secured by a recyclable paper sleeve) and even the shipping is carbon neutral, offsetting the CO2 produced. Shipping outside the UK is an extra US$6.30 or 6, but if you value the planet thats not a lot to pay. Nimble PowerKnit USB-C to USB-C Best long recycled USB-C cable Pros Long cable 60W Power Delivery Robust braided design Cons Slow data-transfer speed Price When Reviewed: $24.95 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Nimble $24.95 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 60W to 240W Data transfer speed: 480Mbps Monitor support: No Cable length: 3.3ft (1m), 6.6ft (2m), 10ft (3m) Colors: Black Best for: Charging iPhone 15/16/17/18, charging iPad, charging MacBook Air Not for: Syncing iPad, syncing MacBook Air, charging or syncing MacBook Pro The cable is made from a BPA and PVC-free flexible knit recycled fabric derived from 100% recycled plastic bottles and recycled aluminum cable heads. It feels lovely as well as robust, and is also available in a higher-charging 240W versionthe equally recycled PowerKnit FLEX USB-C to USB-C Cable , sold in a three-pack of 1m, 2m and 3m lengthsmeaning you can stay fully charged and environmentally conscious at the same time. Also available at the Apple Store for $59.99 / 49.99 and Amazon . Satechi OntheGo USB-C Lanyard Cable Best stylish, crossbody lanyard cable Pros Medium-length 2-in-1 cable lanyard 60W Power Delivery Robust braided design Cons Slow data-transfer speed Price When Reviewed: $29.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $29.99 View Deal $29.99 View Deal $29.99 View Deal Satechi $29.99 View Deal $29.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Charging: 60W Data transfer speed: 480Mbps Monitor support: No Cable length: 5ft (1.5m) Colors: Black, Sand, Desert Rose Best for: Charging iPhone 15/16/17/18, charging iPad, charging MacBook Air Not for: Syncing iPad, syncing MacBook Air, charging or syncing MacBook Pro Cables can do other things, too. This multitasking braided cable is a chic, durable and comfortable crossbody lanyard for your iPhone or office pass. You dont have to worry about being without a charging cable when youre wearing this 2-in-1 lanyard. Detach the ends to reveal the USB-C connectors that will come in handy when you need to charge your iPhone, iPad or MacBook. The 480Mbps transfer speed isnt super-speedy but will get light work done when you need it. QDOS An alternative is the 1.2m QDOS PowerLoop 2 in-1 Lanyard & USB-C Cable that has a marine blue option (pictured above) if the Satechi colors are not to your liking. Nomad Universal Cable for Apple Watch Best single MacBook/iPad/Watch/AirPods cable Pros Charges (nearly) everything Apple Premium quality long cable Cons Slow data-transfer speed Takes up second port space on MacBook Price When Reviewed: $85 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Check on Amazon Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 100W Data transfer speed: 480Mbps Monitor support: No Cable length: 5ft (1.5m) Colors: Black, White Best for: Charging iPhone 15/16/17/18, charging and syncing iPad, charging MacBook Air and MacBook Pro Not for: Syncing MacBooks, charging 16-inch MacBook Pro This special USB-C cable can not only charge a MacBook Pro at 100W but with a wireless Watch/AirPods charging puck on one end it can at the same time power up your Apple Watch or AirPods case. Note that when connected to a MacBook the wireless pad gets in the way of the adjacent Thunderbolt port. If you can live without one while charging, this need not matter but if you always use every port on your MacBook it could be a proble. We like this a lot as we always leave our Watch chargeing cable in another room when hard at work on the Mac. Read our full Nomad Universal Cable for Apple Watch review Anker 643 USB-C to USB-C Cable Wide USB-C cable color range Pros Color options Tough but flexible silicone 240W Power Delivery Cons Slow data-transfer speed Price When Reviewed: $16.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $11.99 View Deal $13.99 View Deal Anker $16.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 240W Data transfer speed: 480Mbps Monitor support: No Cable length: 3ft (0.9m) or 6ft (1.8m) Colors: Misty Blue, Daffodil Yellow, Lilac Purple, Coral Pink, Lavender Grey, Mint Green, Cloud White, and Midnight Black Best for: Best for: Charging iPhone 15/16/17/18, charging iPad, charging MacBook Air and MacBook Pro Not for: Syncing iPad, syncing MacBook Air, charging or syncing MacBook Pro Were big fans of the colorul Beats USB-C cables reviewed above, but if your preferred color isnt supplied there, Ankers choice of eight mostly pastel colors gives you more options than the monochrome alternatives. Apple delights in offering its iPhones in various shades but religiously sticks to white for its charging cables. The color choice depends on charging speed and cable length plus where in the world you are based. Anker also sells a 100W version in the same range of bold colors in case the 240W versions are unavailable and in the same 3ft or 6ft lengths. Anker claims that its 643 cablewith silicone covering a triple-layered system of copper wireshas a tensile strength of 220 lbs (100kg) and can withstand as many as 25,000 bends. We havent tested this as it would hurt our wrists, but it certainly feels tough enough to withstand more everyday rigors. It supports 240W charging so is as powerful as any cable can get, although its not a data-transfer winner. Casetify PowerThru USB-C to USB-C Cable Prettiest USB-C cable Pros Color options Robust braided design with rounded head 60W Power Delivery Cons Slow data-transfer speed Price When Reviewed: From $24 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $22 View Deal Casetify $24 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 60W Data transfer speed: 480Mbps Monitor support: No Cable length: 3.3ft (1m) or 6.6ft (2m) Colors: Cotton Candy, Light Mint, Lavender, Black Best for: Charging iPhone 15/16/17/18, charging iPad, charging MacBook Air Not for: Syncing iPad, syncing MacBook Air, charging or syncing MacBook Pro This quality USB-C cable, available in two lengths, is from the people at Casetify who create such fun phone cases. They have carried over some of the fun into the dull world of cables with four color options. The Cotton Candy USB-C cable is a real beauty, graduating from a cyan blue to a cute pink. Even the black version is nicely speckled. Youll pay more than usual but you will get a premium braided cable that will bring joy everything you connect it to your device. Best USB-C cables for Mac Only the MacBook Neo uses standard USB-C. Other Macs since the 2016 MacBook Pro have much faster Thunderbolt ports: either Thunderbolt 3, 4 or 5. Plain M1/M2 Macs (not Pro or Max) are listed as Thunderbolt/USB4 but can be regarded as the same as Thunderbolt 4 except for their one-screen limitation. Some of Apples latest Macs feature Thunderbolt 5, which has a potential data transfer rate of 80Gbps (120Gbps for video) and 240W charging power. If you are buying today, we recommend you go for a Thunderbolt 4 or 5 cable, which are the most capable standards and fully backward compatible with Thunderbolt 3 and USB-C. But theyre pricey, and if speedy data transfer is not a priority or you require the cable for charging only, a slower USB-C cable will suffice for fast charging. Below our list of recommended Mac USB-C cables we list our favorite Thunderbolt cables. MacBooks require cables and chargers that support the USB Power Delivery (PD) standard. PD 3.0 supports up to 100W. PD 3.1 goes up to 240W. Check the maximum charging wattage supported by the cable. Smaller MacBooks require at least 45W, mid-sized 60W, and larger 100W. The 16-inch MacBook Pro can be fast-charged at 140W. Anker 310 USB-C to USB-C Cable Best budget 60W PD USB-C charging cable Pros 60W Power Delivery Twin pack Robust braided design Length options Cons Not suitable for monitor connection Slow data-transfer speed Price When Reviewed: $9.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $7.99 View Deal $14.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 60W Data transfer speed: 480Mbps Monitor support: No Cable length: 3ft (0.9m) or 6ft (1.8m) Colors: Black, Red, Gray Best for: Charging iPhone 15 and 16, charging iPad, charging MacBook Air Not for: Syncing iPad, syncing MacBook Air, charging or syncing MacBook Pro Just as we recommended the Anker 310 USB-C cable for iPhones and iPad charging, its hard to go wrong with this to charge small and mid-sized MacBooks, too. Buy the twin pack and use one for whichever Apple device that takes your fancy. Suitable for all MacBook Air models and the 13-inch MacBook Pro, this 60W USB-C cable is able to supply the charge you need to keep those MacBooks powered up. Its data-transfer speed is pretty feeble but as a charging-only cable, this is all you really need. It is not suitable for connecting a Mac to a USB-C monitorthat would require at least a 5Gbps cable. Its braided design makes it toughAnker claims it can be bent and unbent over 10,000 times. In this twin-pack, the Anker 310 USB-C cable is a very affordable option. Cable Matters 6-foot USB-C cable Best budget long 240W PD, 20Gbps USB-C cable Pros 240W Power Delivery 20Gbps data 8K monitor support Long cable Price When Reviewed: $18.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $16.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 100W Data transfer speed: 20Gbps Monitor support: 8K Cable length: 3ft (0.9m) or 6ft (1.8m) Colors: Black Best for: Charging iPhone 15/16/17/18, charging and syncing iPad, charging MacBook Air and MacBook Pro Not for: Syncing MacBooks at very fastest speeds This jack-of-all-trades high-quality USB-C cable can charge at up to 240W, transfer data at 20Gbps, and connect a Mac to a 8K monitor. Its a premium build, but its thicker gauge wires make it tricky to roll up as easily or compactly as other cables. It seems churlish to downplay this cables impressive 20Gbps bandwidth but if you need the fastest data transfer, look to a Thunderbolt 4 or better yet Thunderbolt 5 cable. Another 6ft affordable 240W cable is the $24.99 EcoFlow RAPID Pro USB-C to USB-C Cable , which is all you need if you arent using the cable for data transfer. Its hard to get better than the price on this 240W 20Gbps Cable Matters cable, though, and it is a powerhouse on bandwidth as well as charging speed. Ugreen Nexode Retractable USB-C Cable 100W Best retractable short 100W USB-C cable Pros Retractable 100W Power Delivery Tangle free Cons Not suitable for monitor connection Slow data-transfer speed Price When Reviewed: $15.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Ugreen $15.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 100W Cable length: 1ft (0.3m) to 3ft (0.9m) Data transfer speed: 480Mbps Colors: Gray Best for: Charging iPhone 15/16/17/18, charging iPad, charging MacBook Air and MacBook Pro Not for: Syncing iPad, syncing MacBook Air or MacBook Pro Ugreen offers a tangle-free retractable USB-C cable that is a compact, carry-in-your-pocket cable that, as soon as you hold it, declares itself a must-have. Who doesnt get annoyed by a drawer full of loose snaking cables? Pull the cable from both ends to extend it to four set lengths: 1ft, 1.8ft, 2.5ft and 3fta touch shorter than Cable Matters. It beats its 60W rivals, reviewed in the iPhone/iPad cable section above, by supporting 100W of charging powerenough for even the largest MacBook, whereas the Cable Matters and Baseus cables max out at 60W. Data speed, as with the Cable Matters alternative, is a slow but usable 480Mbps USB 2.0. It will transfer data but its main function is charging. Again, Baseus has a similar length 100W retractable cable thats available in a more exciting range of colors: Black, White, Blue and Purple. Baseus 100W 6.6ft Retractable USB-C Cable Best retractable long 100W USB-C cable Pros Retractable 100W Power Delivery Long Tangle free Cons Slow data-transfer speed Price When Reviewed: $21.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $18.99 View Deal Baseus $21.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 100W Cable length: 1.9ft (0.6m) to 6.6ft (2m) Data transfer speed: 480Mbps Colors: Black, White, Purple, Blue Best for: Charging iPhone 15/16/17/18, charging iPad, charging MacBook Air and MacBook Pro Not for: Syncing iPad, syncing MacBook Air or MacBook Pro If you need a longer cable but still want it in neat transportable/storable shape, this cable takes up hardly any space when fully retracted. You pull the cable from both ends to extend it to seven set lengths: 1.9ft, 3.1ft, 4.1ft, 4.9ft, 5.7ft, 6.2ft and 6.6ft. It can charge at 100W so will power up any MacBook when connected to the right USB-C charger, and it comes in four colors just for the fun of it. OWC USB4 40Gbps Active Optical Cable Longest stable 40Gbps cables Pros Up to 16 feet (5m) at 40Gbps Active cable Price When Reviewed: From $98.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price OWC $98.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 60W (16ft); 240W (10ft) Cable length: 10ft (3m) to 16ft (5m) Data transfer speed: 40Gbps Colors: Black Best for: Charging and syncing MacBook Air and MacBook Pro, iPhone 15 and later, USB-C iPad To maintain a consistently fast transfer of data cables have to be active, which means they include special chip engineering to push the signal through the long cable at the best speed, compared to standard passive cables. The longest weve seen at 40Gbps are these active USB4 cables from OWC that stretch as far as an incredible 16 feet (5 meters) without losing a beat of bandwidth. The longest 16ft cable is limited to 60W of power, but the 10ft cable can manage the full 240W. Further details on our news story about this longest 40Gbps USB-C cable . Statik MagStack Pro USB-C Cable Neat magnetized 100W cable Pros Magnetized coil 100W Power Delivery Long Tangle free Cons Slow data-transfer speed Price When Reviewed: From $22.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $22.99 View Deal Statik $22.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 100W Cable length: 3.3ft (1m) to 6.6ft (2m) Data transfer speed: 480Mbps Colors: Black, Blue, Blaze Orange Best for: Charging iPhone 15/16/17/18, charging iPad, charging MacBook Air and MacBook Pro Not for: Syncing iPad, syncing MacBook Air or MacBook Pro The braided Statik MagStack Pro cableavailable in 3.3ft (1m) or 6.6ft (2m) lengthscan carry up to 100W of power, but its special power is that its magnetized so automatically wraps up into a neat coil when youre done with it. You can buy it in a bold Blaze Orange as well as Black and Blue. Plugable Charge-Only USB-C Cable (USBC-CC1M) Best data-blocking cable Pros 240W Power Delivery Data blocking Length options Price When Reviewed: $14.95 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $14.95 View Deal $14.95 View Deal $14.95 View Deal $14.95 View Deal $14.95 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Charging: 100W Data transfer speed: n/a Monitor support: No Cable length: 6in (15cm), 3.3ft (1m) or 6.6ft (2m) Colors: Black Best for: Charging iPhone 15/16/17/18, charging iPad, charging MacBook Air and MacBook Pro Not for: Syncing any device This 240W USB-C cable is special because of what it doesnt/cant/wont do, which is transfer any data between your connected devices. This becomes a feature as the impossibility of data transfer ensures security in public spaces. Many charging cables retain minimal 480Mbps (USB 2.0) data lines, which is fairly useless anywayif you want bandwidth go for something actually useful, such as the 20Gbps on the Cable Matters cable reviewed above or 40-80Gbps on a Thunderbolt cable. By removing any data delivery at the hardware level, Plugable eliminates potential data security risks with a design that is simpler than other data-blocking solutions that include bulky adapters. Each cable features a distinctive red connector so you can easily distinguish between other cables. Plugable Handily, its available in three lengths: a standard 3.3ft (1m) , a longer 6.6ft (2m) cable, and a five-pack of very short 6-inch (15cm) cables, pictured above. StarTech.com USB-C Charging Cable Best cables for identification markers Pros Quick Identification markers Up to 240W Power Delivery Up to 40Gbps data transfer Up to 8K monitor support Price When Reviewed: From $17 to $21 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $13.73 View Deal $15.99 View Deal $16.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 240W Data transfer speed: From 480Mbps to 40Gbps Monitor support: Up to 8K Cable length: 3ft (0.9m), 6ft (1.8m), 10ft (3m), 13ft (4m) Colors: Black IT professionals are often dealing with tens or even thousands of mystery cables, and trying to identify which are charging cables, which are data transfer only, and which work with what video resolution is nigh on impossible unless the cables are labelled. Startech.coms latest range of cablesUSB-C, USB4, HDMi and DisplayPort all feature Quick Identification markers printed directly onto the cables for at-a-glance asset management. If you only own a few cables this might not be so importantif you have a whole office floor of them, its essential. Thunderbolt cables Macs use the Thunderbolt standard that is faster and more capable than USB-C. If all you require the cable for is charging, then the relevant USB-C charging cable should be fine, but for anything requiring fast data transfers go for higher-bandwidth Thunderbolt. Thunderbolt cables are all certified to both speedy charging and very fast data-transfer speeds, whereas you need to check that the USB-C cables you think will do the job actually willalthough buy from our recommendations above and you should be fine. Standard copper passive Thunderbolt cables are also usually shorter as the data loses speed over longer distances. To get around this requires an active Thunderbolt cable that includes sophisticated chip engineering to push the signal along at the best speed, but youll see the price increase accordingly. Anything over 1m in length usually requires active technology. Best Thunderbolt 5 cables Thunderbolt 5 is superior to Thunderbolt 4 with doubled data/video bandwidth (80/120Gbps vs 40Gbps), improved PCIe 4.0 support (32Gbps vs 64Gbps), and enhanced power delivery (240W vs 100W). Its backwards compatible all the way back to USB-C soif you can afford itits a more future-proof solution than Thunderbolt 3 or 4. Thunderbolt 5 transmits up to 80Gbps bidirectionally and 120Gbps in one direction with Bandwidth Boost enabled to support demanding display configurations. Apple Thunderbolt 5 Pro Cable (1m) Apple's own 240W PD Thunderbolt 5 cable Pros 240W Power Delivery 80/120Gbps data transfer 8K monitor support Robust braided design Cons Short Price When Reviewed: $69 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $69 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 240W Data transfer speed: 120Gbps Monitor support: 8K Cable length: 3.3ft (1m) Colors: Black Best for: Charging and syncing MacBook Air and MacBook Pro Apples M4 Macs now boast a Thunderbolt 5 port, which can transfer data at up to 80Gbps (120Gbps for video using Bandwidth Boost that creates a unidirectional but fatter pipe)twice as fast as Thunderbolt 4. While there arent many actual Thunderbolt 5 devices out there to connect to at that speed, Apple is right at the front of the technology race as usual. Thunderbolt 5 is backwards compatible with Thunderbolt 4, 3 and USB-C so this Thunderbolt 5 cable will work with any USB-C-type device. All Thunderbolt 5 cables support up to 240W charging. Some Thunderbolt 4 cables do the same but most max out at 100W. Cable Matters Active Thunderbolt 5 Cable (6.6ft / 2m) Long 240W 120Gbps cable Pros 240W Power Delivery 80/120Gbps active data transfer 8K monitor support Robust braided design Price When Reviewed: $95.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $99.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 240W Data transfer speed: 120Gbps Monitor support: 8K Cable length: 6.6ft (2m) Colors: Black Best for: Charging and syncing MacBook Air and MacBook Pro To reach its 2m length without throttling data-transfer speeds, this cable is built with integrated active circuitry that is compliant with the latest 80GBps/120Gbps Thunderbolt 5 standard. The active design preserves signal integrity where passive cables may fall short, making it ideal for longer connections to Thunderbolt 5 devices, external GPUs, high-resolution displays, and compatible docks. CalDigit Thunderbolt 5 Pro Cable Best budget 240W PD Thunderbolt 5 cables at a choice of lengths Pros 240W Power Delivery 80/120Gbps data transfer 8K monitor support Robust braided design White color option Price When Reviewed: $29.95 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $29.95 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 240W Data transfer speed: 120Gbps Monitor support: 8K Cable length: 1.7ft (0.5m), 3.3ft (1m), 5ft (1.5m) and 6.6ft (2m) Colors: Black, White Best for: Charging and syncing MacBook Air and MacBook Pro Why should every Thunderbolt 5 cable be black? CalDigit sells one in White, although only in a 0.5m length. If thats long enough for you, then rejoice as its also the cheapest Thunderbolt 5 cable we trust. CalDigit There is a CalDigit Thunderbolt 5 Pro Braided Cable in black, and that is available in both 0.5m , 1m and 2m lengthsand now 1.5m , with the latter a first for Thunderbolt 5 cable and offering maybe a sweet spot between 1m and 2m lengths. Its the longest passive Thunderbolt cable you can buy that maintains 80Gbps bidirectionally, with all other passive cables maxing at 1m. Apple sells the 2m active Thunderbolt 5 Pro Braided Cable for $139.95 or 119.95 . Anker Thunderbolt 5 Cable Best budget 1m 240W PD Thunderbolt 5 cable Pros 240W Power Delivery 80/120Gbps data transfer 8K monitor support Robust braided design Price When Reviewed: $45.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $39.99 View Deal Anker $45.99 View Deal $45.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 240W Data transfer speed: 120Gbps Monitor support: 8K Cable length: 1.7ft (0.5m) and 3.3ft (1m) Colors: Black Best for: Charging and syncing MacBook Air and MacBook Pro Looking remarkably like Apples Thunderbolt 5 cable but priced significantly lower, the Anker Thunderbolt 5 cable is a wise choice as the new top-end MacBook comes with three such ports but not one TB5 cable. This cable is available in two lengths but just one color, unlike the CalDigit Thunderbolt 5 Pro Braided Cable, reviewed above, that dares to go white. Also worth checking on pricing are Thunderbolt 5 cables from iVanky , Silkland and Cable Matters . Plugable TBT5-240W80R Best right-angled Thunderbolt 5 cable Pros 240W Power Delivery 80Gbps data transfer 8K monitor support Right angled Cons Short North America only Price When Reviewed: $38.95 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $38.95 View Deal $38.95 View Deal $38.95 View Deal $38.95 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 240W Data transfer speed: 80/120Gbps Monitor support: 8K Cable length: 2.6ft (0.8m) Colors: Black Best for: Charging iPhone 15/16/17/18, charging and syncing iPad, charging and syncing MacBook Air and MacBook Pro Plugable also offers a right-angled Thunderbolt 5 cable. While its Thunderbolt 4 equivalent, reviewed above, offers much including 240W charing and 8K video support, the TB5 version is capable of bidirectional 80Gbps or even unidirectional 120Gbps. If you can afford it, Thunderbolt 5 is the better long-term choice but the 40Gbps Thunderbolt 4 version of this cable is cheaper. Best Thunderbolt 4 cables While Thunderbolt 5 is superior to Thunderbolt 4 many Macs are still rated at Thunderbolt 4, and even owners of TB5 Macs can save money buying Thunderbolt 4 cables if the 40Gbps bandwidth is plenty fast enough for them. Thunderbolt 4 cable needs to support only 100W of power delivery but as our chart proves you can buy Thunderbolt 4 (and indeed USB-C) cable at 240W too. CalDigit Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 Cable (0.8m) Best short 100W PD Thunderbolt 4 cable Pros 100W Power Delivery 40Gbps data transfer 8K monitor support Cons 100W, not 240W Short Price When Reviewed: $39.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $22.99 View Deal CalDigit $39.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 100W Data transfer speed: 40Gbps Monitor support: 8K Cable length: 2.6ft (0.8m) Colors: Black Best for: Charging and syncing MacBook Air and 14-inch MacBook Pro Not for: Charging 16-inch MacBook Pro As a certified Thunderbolt 4 cable, this guarantees 100W charging and super-fast 40Gbps data transfer speeds. If you just want to charge your MacBook, its probably overkill but if you need to use it to connect to a docking station or other device, we recommend you double-up on charging power and data speed. CalDigit sells an active 2m version of this cable for $99.99 . Its so much more expensive because of the circuitry required to get 40Gbps over a longer distance. Belkin sells an equivalent 2m Thunderbolt 4 cable at a more affordable price, see review below. Backward compatible with Thunderbolt 3 and USB-C, you cant go wrong with a Thunderbolt 4 cable unless you need Thunderbolt 5s 80-120Gbps and 240W strengths. If so, keep reading. Belkin Thunderbolt 4 Cable (2M, 6.6ft) Best long 100W PD Active Thunderbolt 4 cable Pros 100W Power Delivery 40Gbps active data transfer 8K monitor support Long Cons 100W, not 240W Expensive Price When Reviewed: $72.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $75.95 View Deal $75.95 View Deal $98.52 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 100W Data transfer speed: 40Gbps Monitor support: 8K Cable length: 6.6ft (2m) Colors: Black Best for: Charging and syncing MacBook Air and MacBook Pro Not for: Charging 16-inch MacBook Pro This certified active Thunderbolt 4 cable supports 100W charging and super-fast 40Gbps data transfer speeds over a greater cable length than normal passive Thunderbolt cables. The active part enables the longer cable but significantly increases the cost. You can get longer from Apple, see its 3m active TB4 cable below, but the cost gets even higher! Apple Thunderbolt 4 Pro Cable (3m) Longest 100W PD Active Thunderbolt 4 cable Pros 100W Power Delivery 40Gbps active data transfer 8K monitor support Robust braided design Very long Cons 100W, not 240W Expensive Price When Reviewed: $159 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $159 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 100W Data transfer speed: 40Gbps Monitor support: 8K Cable length: 10ft (3m) Colors: Black Best for: Charging and syncing MacBook Air and 14-inch MacBook Pro Not for: Charging 16-inch MacBook Pro Its certainly expensive, but this active Apple Thunderbolt 4 cable is as long as you can get while maintaining 100W charging power and 40Gbps data-transfer speed. Its braided for strength and backward compatible with other Type-C connectors and ports. Satechi Thunderbolt 4 Pro Cable (1m) Best 240W PD Thunderbolt 4 cable Pros 240W Power Delivery 40Gbps data transfer 8K monitor support Robust braided design Cons Short Price When Reviewed: $39.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Satechi $39.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Charging: 240W Data transfer speed: 40Gbps Monitor support: 8K Cable length: 3.3ft (1m) Colors: Black Best for: Charging charging and syncing MacBook Air and MacBook Pro To connect your 16-inch MacBook to a Thunderbolt 4 docking station, you need both top data bandwidth and as much charging power as a cable can supportso you need a cable that supports both 240W and 40Gbps data transfer. This passive Thunderbolt 4 cable offers both 40Gbps bandwidth with 240W charging thats more powerful than standard TB4 cable. Plugable TBT4-240W-80CMR Best right-angled Thunderbolt 4 cable Pros 240W Power Delivery 40Gbps data transfer 8K monitor support Right angled Cons Short Price When Reviewed: $34.95 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $34.95 View Deal $34.95 View Deal $34.95 View Deal $34.95 View Deal $49.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Charging: 240W Data transfer speed: 40Gbps Monitor support: 8K Cable length: 2.6ft (0.8m) Colors: Black Best for: Charging iPhone 15/16/17/18, charging and syncing iPad, charging and syncing MacBook Air and MacBook Pro Sometimes a cable plays hard to fit in tight spaces, and only a cunningly right-angled connector head will do the job. If thats the case, then this is the most powerful and fastest right-angled Thunderbolt 4 cable that money can buy. It will work at up to 240W, and as a Thunderbolt 4 cable of course offers 40Gbps data-transfer speeds. As mentioned above, Apple demands you use its own MagSafe power cable if you want to utilize PD 3.1 at 140W for its 16-inch MacBook Pro. Know your cables Not all USB-C cables offer the same capabilities, so we explain each factor you need to consider. Fear not, for basic iPhone charging most USB-C cables will be fine. But some are finer than others. Macs use Thunderbolt cables that have the same Type-C connector as USB-C so look the same but have faster data transfer and charging speed options. You can use a Thunderbolt cable to charge USB-C devices, too. Apple ships a USB-C Charge Cable with the newest iPhones but Mac users need to buy a Thunderbolt cable to connect to a docking station or fast storage device. Having a spare cable or two hanging around the house or office is always advisableand there are better, cheaper, and more colorful USB-C and Thunderbolt cables than just those sold by Apple. Weve focused on USB-C charging cables as most people need them just to attach to a USB-C charger, but cables offer both charging and data transfers, although at different capabilities, depending on your requirements. Charging: All USB-C cables can carry a minimum of 60W (3A x 20V). Some support 100W (5A x 20V) charging, and some new Thunderbolt cables can charge at up to 240W. 60W is more than you need for a phone and is fine for the MacBook Neo and Air and 13-inch MacBook Pro. Go for at least a 100W cable for the 14-inch MacBook Pro. As Apple states 70W as the minimum for fast-charging the MacBook Air, a 100W cable is also recommended for these users. While 100W is fine for a 16-inch MacBook Pro, that model can be charged at up to 140W, although Apple restricts fast-charging for that model to its own $49/49 USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable , which is included with all MacBooks. iPhone 15-16 series: Apple says that the iPhone 15-16 can be fast-charged from zero to 50% in 30 minutes using at least a 20W USB-C power adapter, which is the same speed the iPhone 14 got via Lightning. Tests have shown that such iPhones can reach charging speeds of up to 30W so we think a 20W charger isnt going to offer iPhone charging as fast as you can get. iPhone 17 series: Up to 50% charge in 20 minutes with 40W adapter or higher paired with USBC charging cable, and up to 50% charge in 30 minutes with 30W adapter or higher paired with MagSafe Charger. iPhone 18 series: Up to a 50% charge in around 15 minutes when using 60Wcapable adapter or higher with Adjustable Voltage Supply paired with USBC charging cable, and up to 50% charge in 30 minutes with 35W adapter or higher paired with MagSafe Charger. Check out our reviews of the best iPhone chargers . Length: A long cable can be messy when your device is close to the charger, but a short one could leave your iPhone dangling out of reach. You may need different lengths of USB-C cable for each of your charging spaces. When it comes to transferring data, choose a cable thats as short as you need as the longer the cable, the greater the risk of signal degradationinvest in a Thunderbolt 4 or 5 cable for 2m data-strength confidence. Or look at a coiled cable such as the Native Union POP Cable reviewed above. Data transfer speed: iPhones with Lightning ports are limited to a slow USB 2.0 data transfer rate of just 480Mbps (480 megabits per second). Compare that to your Mac, whose Thunderbolt connection can reach up to 40Gbps on Thunderbolt 4 and 120Gbps on Thunderbolt 5thats 250 times faster! Data transfer speed doesnt matter if all you are doing is charging a device but it is vital when connecting your Apple device to storage drives, docking stations, or monitors. While the entry-level iPad is also limited to 480Mbps, the iPad Pro, like a MacBook, supports Thunderbolts 40Gbps maximum. The iPhone 15/16/17 and 15/16 Plus features USB-C that is limited to 480Mbps as with Lightning, but the iPhone 15/16/17/18 Pro and Pro Maxs USB-C can sync at 10Gbpsuseful for backing up video or photos to a computer. Note that the USB-C cable Apple supplies with the iPhone 15-18 families is a Charge cable and limited to 480Mbps for syncing. If you use the Pro or Pro Max model with a cable for data transfer, youll do better with a 10Gbps or higher bandwidth cable. FAQ 1. Which USB-C cable do I need to connect to a USB-C monitor DisplayPort Alternate Mode is a feature available to USB-C and Thunderbolt that handles video as if the USB-C cable was a DisplayPort cable. USB-C monitors can therefore connect directly to your laptop or via a USB-C hub or USB-C or Thunderbolt dock . However, not every USB-C cable supports video transfer so you need to choose the right type of cable. If your external display supports a direct USB-C connection, look for a cable that has at least a data-transfer rate of 5Gbps for 4K at 60Hz or 10Gbps for 6K. For 8K we recommend you use at least a 40Gbps Thunderbolt 4 or USB4 cable or 80/120Gbps Thunderbolt 5 cable. The higher the bandwidth, the less risk of signal degradation. Consider cable length, too. While compression technologies should kick in, the longer your cable, the more the signal can degrade so opt for as short a cable as you require when connecting from your MacBook or dock to a USB-C monitor. A fully featured C-to-C cable that is 1 meter or shorter will work just fine for 95% of what people need. The Cable Matters 10Gbps/100W 1m USB-C Cable is a recommended solution. If you need a longer cable, a 2m Thunderbolt 4 or 5 cable, such as the Cable Matters 2m Thunderbolt 4 cable . See the reviews above for more options. Some USB-C monitors can provide between 65W to 90W of passthrough power back to the laptop, so ensure your USB-C cable supports at least 100W if you want to use your USB-C monitor to power your laptop. 2. Can you convert a Lightning cable to USB-C? Apple has released a LightningtoUSB-C adapterconfusingly named the Apple USB-C to Lightning Adapter ($29 at Apples U.S. store or 29 at Apples UK store ) so you can convert an old Lightning cable into a USB-C cable for your new iPhone 15 or later, but, as you might expect from Apple, its way more expensive than just buying one of the new and superior USB-C cables weve reviewed above. 3. What is the difference between Active and Passive Thunderbolt cables? An active Thunderbolt cable contains built-in electronic chips that boost and repeat the data signal, allowing it to maintain stable, error-free full-speed (40Gbps) signals over longer distances compared to shorter passive cables that lack these chips.
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Macworld Apple has been actively marketing the iPhones camera capabilities for more than a decade. With every flagship launch, the company boasts about its smartphones latest photography and videography featuresand even encourages users to share their snaps through the Shot on iPhone campaign. This year, the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max received professional-grade camera upgrades that push their limits further than any other phone. In fact, the software and hardware enhancements unleash unprecedented camera powers on iOS, giving photographers granular control for the first time. If you just bought an iPhone 18 Pro, youll want to try these six exclusive camera features right away. Photographic Styles 3.0 Photographic Styles first launched with the iPhone 13 series as advanced filters of sorts, letting you tweak the tone and warmth of a few preset vibes. With the iPhone 16 line, Apple revamped the feature to include deeper controls, allowing users to extensively adjust the highlights, shadows, hues, and other aspects in real time. The iPhone 18 Pro upgrades the feature yet again. The third generation of Photographic Styles, which is also coming to the iPhone Duo, maintains its predecessors main looks but adds texture controls to the mix. You now get to pick between soft skin, glow, and film textures, along with an optional grain effect. The neat thing about Photographic Styles 3 is that the defaults look great, letting casual users completely transform their photos without spending too much time or effort on editing. Pros who prefer to fine-tune their shots can dig deeper by adjusting the various sliders included with each option to match the exact vision they have in mind. Like the previous version, Photographic Styles 3 can be added, changed, or removed using the Apple Photos app at any time, preserving your unaltered captures. To use the new Photography Styles, youll beed to snap your photo with an iPhone 18 Pro. Foundry Variable aperture Variable aperture is a standard professional camera feature that allows photographers to control how much external light reaches the sensor. The Phone 18 Pros main lens adopts this perk by adding six ultra-thin blades that you can adjust mechanically. A wider aperture lets more light in and helps isolate subjects by adding a bokeh effect to the background. Conversely, a narrower one maintains sharp details across the entire frame, making it ideal for landscape photography or group shots. The iPhone 18 Pro offers four aperture options: f/1.48, f/1.8, f/2.8, and f/4.0. The first would work well for solo portrait photos or when the lighting is too dim, while the last can produce a prominent starburst effect when directing the camera towards a light source. Coupled with the film texture and grain effect in Photographic Styles 3, you can output some pretty dramatic shots. Users of third-party apps will be able to select any aperture stop within the range. Of course, you could also opt for the two middle aperture options for something more balanced. If this all sounds too confusing, the auto mode will reliably handle the task and pick the suitable aperture based on your setup. Pro controls Beyond the variable aperture, Apple has exclusively unlocked deeper in-app camera controls on the iPhone 18 Pro. Notably, you can now adjust the shutter speed to match your desired result. For example, the fastest modewhich requires proper lightingcan capture individual water droplets in midair as they fall from a faucet. On the other hand, the slowest mode can help sharpen details in the dark if you stay put for one second. You could also use the slow shutter artistically to get motion blur of moving subjects or light sources. Otherwise, you get to control the white balance now, which essentially changes how cool (blue) or warm (yellow) the temperature is depending on the lighting conditions. A newly added histogram can also help professionals detect overexposure and monitor color channels. Like the aperture, you can continue to use the automatic shutter speed and white balance if you find setting them overwhelming. To accommodate the evolution, iOS 27 lets users add, rearrange, and remove toggles from the Camera apps top bar, giving them quick access to their favorite options. Apple finally has a set of pro controls on the iPhone but youll need an iPhone 18 Pro to get them. Foundry Smart focus tracking Another welcome iPhone 18 Pro camera exclusive is smart focus tracking in both photo and video modes. You can now double-tap on your subject to keep them in focusregardless of any changes in their position or proximity. Cinematic video effects A few years ago, the iPhone 15 lineup introduced the ability to apply Portrait mode effects on subjects captured using the regular photography mode. The feature works by capturing depth dataeven when users dont necessarily opt for Portrait mode. The iPhone 18 Pro brings the same concept to video recording. iPhones as old as the 13 series can capture footage in Cinematic mode, which adds a blur effect to the background. The feature, however, requires users to specifically select the dedicated mode before they start shooting. With the iPhone 18 Pro, you can apply Cinematic Mode effects on regular videos shot using the main camera. Its best for fleeting moments, when you couldnt change to a different mode in time. In the age of AI, its becoming more important to prove a photos authenticity. Foundry Reference Image Finally, the iPhone 18 Pros main lens introduces support for Apple Reference Image, a foolproof system that verifies a certain photos authenticity. When you enable and shoot using this mode, the sensor signs the photo data on the pixel level and adds a tamper-evident timestamp. Once developed using Apple servers, the reference image acts as a secure digital negative that proves your photo hasnt been altered. Its a welcome addition for photojournalists, given the rise of convincing AI-generated content and fake news. Its worth noting that Reference Image mode blocks certain features, such as Night mode, and consumes more disk space compared to a regular photo. You may want to avoid using it for casual daily shoots and instead reserve it for capturing extraordinary moments that people might otherwise doubt.
This genius Mac utility is exactly what my messy desktop needs
Macworld The desktop on my Mac is a mess. File and folder icons look like theyre strewn everywhere (I swear theres a method to the madness). I put stuff on my desktop for quick and easy access to things Im currently working on, but its not only unsightly, but its also a pain when I need to take a screenshot, which happens often. Terkel Gjervig seems to have the solution to my desktop problem. Gjervig posted a video of his latest project, Desktop Cleaning, a Mac utility that does what I need when I want a clean-looking desktop. It uses a virtual rug to cover it all. made a rug for your desktop so you can sweep your mess under it pic.twitter.com/vZAAfV1qIv Terkel (@terkelg) October 6, 2026 Okay, yeah, its a silly idea and doesnt really address the real problem, which is my personal method of file management. But look beyond that, and the execution looks impressive. When the rug is clicked and dragged, it moves naturally. It looks cool. And it does exactly what it says it does. Gjervig initially posted this as an idea, but the response was so positive that its going to be released, along with other weird ways to maintain your desktop. What that means, I dont know, but Im on board. You can too by signing up to get notified at Desktop Cleaning .
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Macworld TL;DR: Get a refurbished M2 MacBook Air with 8GB of memory and a 256GB SSD for $649.99 (reg. $999). New MacBooks are expensive, but if youre just looking for a good machine for work or school, you might not need to pay full price. Refurbished Macs are a great option if you want a reliable computer for a solid price. Thats how you can get this 2022 MacBook Air for just $649.99 (reg. $999). This MacBook Air has an M2 chip with an 8-core CPU and an 8-core GPU. Thats enough for web browsing, documents, video calls, and photo editing. For video work, a built-in media engine speeds up editing and exporting in H.264, HEVC, and ProRes. With 8GB of unified memory, switching between apps is quick. Storage is a 256GB SSD, enough for your apps, documents, and photos. The 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display has a resolution of 2560 by 1664 and reaches 500 nits, with True Tone and P3 wide color. You can also connect one external display at up to 6K. Other features include Touch ID, a backlit Magic Keyboard, a 1080p FaceTime HD camera, and four speakers with Spatial Audio. Battery life reaches up to 18 hours of movie playback. At 2.7 pounds, this MacBook Air is easy to carry, and you can charge it through MagSafe 3 or either Thunderbolt/USB 4 port. This model has a Grade B refurbished rating, meaning it may have light scuffing on the case or light scratches and dents on the body, but it still works great, and you can pick it up on sale. Get a refurbished MacBook Air while theyre only $649.99. Apple MacBook Air (2022) 13 M2 8GPU 8GB RAM 256GB SSD Midnight (Refurbished) See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change .
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Macworld TL;DR: Scan and edit documents on your iPhone or iPad with a lifetime iScanner subscription on sale for $25 through October 11. If you dont own a scanner, turning a signed contract or tax form into a clean, editable PDF is remarkably inconvenient. iScanner turns your iPhone or iPad into a document scanner and PDF editor, and a lifetime subscription is on sale for $24.97 (reg. $199.90) for the next two days. Point your camera at a page, and iScanner finds the edges and crops the scan for you. Curved book pages and skewed shots get straightened automatically. Text recognition works in more than 20 languages, so you can copy words out of a scan instead of retyping them. When youre done, you can export the file as a PDF, JPG, DOC, XLS, PPT, or TXT. You dont even need to leave the app to edit your scans. You can sign a document, blur an account number before sharing it, fill in forms, and merge several scans into one file. Folders keep your scans organized, and you can lock private files behind a PIN. iScanner also has modes for scanning ID cards and passports, reading QR codes, measuring objects, and solving math problems. Desktop scanners might be done. Get an iScanner lifetime subscription on sale for $24.97. Sale ends October 11 at 11:59 p.m. PT. iScanner App: Lifetime Subscription (iPhone, iPad & Android) See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change .
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Macworld October is shaping up to be chock full o treats. Besides Apples Welcome Home smart home event next week , Apple is going to have another round of product releases on October 27, according to Bloombergs Mark Gurman . This later event will feature the touchscreen MacBook as well as an M6 iMac, M6 MacBook Pro, and a new iPad mini. Gurman reports that the October 27 launch will include an online video presentation and in-person component for the press. Its not clear if the October 27 event will be similar to an iPhone presentation or more like the MacBook Neo experience earlier this year. iPhone presentations are scheduled with a lengthy video presentation on Apples website, Apple TV, and YouTube. The MacBook Neo experience included videos that were posted to YouTube and other social media outlets; they werent presented on a schedule at Apple venues. NEW: Apples big October will continue on the 27th with a second event to launch the first touch-screen MacBooks, OLED iPad mini and M6 14-inch MacBook Pro & iMac. It follows the smart home launch this coming Tuesday the 13th. https://t.co/bh8Vqdgnr8 pic.twitter.com/wmlNWXC41n Mark Gurman (@markgurman) October 8, 2026 The touchscreen MacBook is a product many thought would never happen, mostly because Steve Jobs wasnt a fan. The new apprach comes during the 20th anniversary of the release of the first MacBook. The new laptop is rumored to have a thinner and lighter design than the current MacBook Pro, and to have M5 Pro and M5 Max chips. Learn more about the touchscreen MacBook . The M6 iMac and MacBook Pro come about a month after the M6 Mac mini started shipping. These are expected to be chip upgrades, with no other hardware changes. However, its possible that the prices could go up again, following the price increases from June . Apple is expected to offer new iMac colors , and the M6 MacBook Pro is expected to have the same design as the M5 MacBook Pro it will replace. The iPad mini will get a display upgrade to OLED, as well as the A20 Pro chip that was introduced with the iPhone 18 Pro. The new iPad mini replaces a device that was released in 2024 . Heres more about what we expect with the new iPad mini . The October 27 event could also be an opportunity for Finder Guy to make another series of appearances. Hes been missing ever since the MacBook Neo was revealed.
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Macworld The touchscreen MacBook Pro has been the subject of speculation ever since Bloombergs Mark Gurman first reported in 2023 that Apple was exploring the idea. At the time, the claim seemed hard to believe given Apples long-standing opposition to touchscreen laptops. Three years later, however, the rumours are becoming increasingly difficult to dismiss. Multiple reports suggest Apple has overcome the technical and design challenges that previously stood in the way. If theyre accurate, the first touchscreen MacBook Pro will arrive as part of one of the biggest redesigns in the laptops history, combining a new chassis with Apples first OLED MacBook display and potentially even an iPhone-style Dynamic Island camera cutout. The timing would be fitting. The MacBook Pro celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2026, and Apple could mark the milestone with a feature many believed would never come to the Mac. Touchscreen support would also help further differentiate the MacBook Pro from the MacBook Air and the budget-friendly MacBook Neo. There are still questions over pricing. OLED panels and ongoing supply-chain pressures are expected to make the new models more expensive than todays MacBook Pro. Apple is also expected to keep touchscreen technology exclusive to its premium laptops initially, with no indication that it will come to the MacBook Air or MacBook Neo in the first generation. Read on for a complete roundup of the latest touchscreen MacBook Pro rumours, including what the most reliable sources are saying, how credible each report is, and what we think Apple is likely to announce and when. Touchscreen MacBook Pro release date: When will it launch? October 27 While Apple has yet to officially confirm the device, reports from respected analysts, supply-chain sources, and references discovered in Apples software all suggest development is well underway. The company is widely expected to launch a redesigned MacBook Pro featuring its first touchscreen OLED display, with the latest reporting pointing to an October or November 2026 launch, although Apple has not yet confirmed the product or its release date. On October 8, Bloombergs Mark Gurman reported that Apple is planning a media event on October 27 to announce the new touchscreen MacBook. Speaking in a Power On podcast on October 1, Gurman said he expected the touchscreen MacBook announcement as early as October, potentially slipping to November. The laptops are reportedly being tested with macOS 27.2. In September 2026, Bloombergs Mark Gurman included the touchscreen MacBooks in a list of products that will ship in late 2026/early 2027. Bloombergs Mark Gurman and analyst Ming-Chi Kuo both initially predicted a late 2026 debut, with an October announcement fitting Apples traditional MacBook Pro release schedule while also coinciding with the 20th anniversary of the MacBook Pros introduction. In January, South Korean blog Naver reported that Samsung had begun production on its new 8.6-generation OLED manufacturing line , which is expected to supply panels for the next-generation MacBook Pro, further supporting that timeframe. Gurman also reported in February that the redesigned MacBook Pro would arrive in the back half of 2026. However, the launch could still slip to early 2027. Global DRAM and NAND shortages, which prompted Apple to raise Mac and iPad prices in June 2026 are expected to continue well into 2027. In April, Gurman reported that supply-chain constraints were affecting development of the redesigned MacBook Pro and could push the release into until early 2027 . He subsequently reported in June that Apple had revised its chip roadmap , with the touchscreen MacBook Pro now expected to launch with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips instead of M6 Pro and M6 Max in an effort to keep the project on schedule.In a July report , Gurman reiterated that these laptops are planned for this fall, but a 2027 ship date is possible. Which MacBook models will get a touchscreen? Current rumours suggest that Apples first touchscreen laptop will be a redesigned MacBook Pro with Pro and Max chips Both Bloombergs Mark Gurman and analyst Ming-Chi Kuo have reported that Apple is developing MacBook Pro models with OLED touchscreen displays as part of a major redesign. The feature is expected to debut on the high-end MacBook Pro models powered by Apples Pro and Max chips, making them the first Macs to support direct touch input. Apple is expected to use the touchscreen as a key differentiator for its professional laptops, further separating the MacBook Pro from the more affordable MacBook Air and MacBook Neo. There is also speculation that Apple could rebrand the flagship model as the MacBook Ultra. According to one report from a source said to be familiar with Apples plans, the company intends to expand its Ultra branding beyond the Mac Studio and Apple silicon chips. However, this claim has not been corroborated by Bloombergs Mark Gurman or analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, so it should be treated with caution. For now, the technology appears set to remain exclusive to the MacBook Pro lineup. Neither the MacBook Air nor the MacBook Neo is expected to gain touchscreen support in the near term. However, Kuo believes Apple could eventually expand the technology to other MacBook models if the touchscreen MacBook Pro proves successful. The MacBook Air may be the next candidate for a touchscreen upgrade, but current forecasts suggest this is unlikely before 2028 or 2029. Some reports also indicate that the Air could adopt OLED display technology before then, albeit without touch functionality. Touchscreen MacBook Pro Design Thinner than the current MacBook Pro Punch hole for the FaceTime camera Apples touchscreen MacBook Pro is expected to have a thinner, substantially lighter design . According to Bloombergs Mark Gurman, Apple has focused on reworking the internal layout and reducing and consolidating components to improve portability. No specific weight or thickness has been confirmed. One of the most significant visual changes could be the removal of the display notch. Reports from display analysts and Bloomberg suggest Apple may replace the current notch with a hole-punch camera cutout, allowing for more usable screen space around the sensor. In early 2026, Gurman went a step further, claiming the new MacBook Pro could adopt an iPhone-like Dynamic Island interface built around the camera cutout. The touchscreen MacBook Pro is also expected to retain its traditional laptop design, complete with a full keyboard and large trackpad, rather than becoming a hybrid tablet device. Other rumoured design changes include: A thinner and lighter chassis. OLED display technology. A hole-punch FaceTime camera replacing the notch. Possible Dynamic Island-style functionality. A reinforced hinge designed to minimise screen movement when the display is touched. These changes would help distinguish the MacBook Pro from the MacBook Air and the entry-level MacBook Neo while giving Apples flagship laptop its most substantial design update in years. Which chip will feature in the touchscreen MacBook? M5 Pro and M5 Max Early rumours suggested the touchscreen MacBook Pro would debut with Apples M6 Pro and M6 Max chips. However, more recent reports indicate that Apple has revised its plans and will instead launch the first touchscreen MacBook with M5 Pro and M5 Max processors before moving directly to the M7 generation. According to Bloombergs Mark Gurman in June 2026, Apple now plans to pair the redesigned MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips rather than the previously rumoured M6 Pro and M6 Max. The report claims Apple may skip the M6 Pro/Max generation entirely to accelerate development of its AI-focused M7 chips, bringing them to market around six months earlier with significantly more powerful on-device AI capabilities. While the ongoing DRAM and NAND shortages may also have influenced the decision, they are not thought to be the primary reason for the roadmap change. Apple has already raised Mac and iPad prices in response to higher memory costs. The latest reports supersede earlier rumours that the touchscreen MacBook would feature M6-series processors built on TSMCs 2nm process with a redesigned chip architecture. Leaked Apple files discovered by MacRumors in late 2025 also appeared to reference M6 MacBook Pro models, suggesting Apple was developing M6-based hardware before reportedly changing direction. Separately, there has also been speculation that Apple could introduce its in-house 5G modem to a future MacBook Pro, enabling cellular connectivity without requiring Wi-Fi or an iPhone hotspot. However, this remains one of the least substantiated rumours surrounding the redesign. Touchscreen MacBook Display Tandem OLED display Touchscreen interface The display is expected to be the headline upgrade of Apples redesigned MacBook Pro. Multiple reports suggest Apple will replace the current Liquid Retina XDR (mini-LED) panel with a touchscreen OLED display, bringing MacBook Pro technology closer to the Ultra Retina XDR display used in the latest iPad Pro. According to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple is planning to introduce OLED touch panels in the MacBook Pro in late 2026 or early 2027. The new display is expected to be thinner, more power-efficient, and capable of delivering deeper blacks, higher contrast, richer colours, and improved HDR performance than todays mini-LED screens. Reports indicate that both the 14-inch and 16-inch models will use advanced tandem OLED technology, which combines two OLED layers to achieve higher brightness levels while maintaining excellent energy efficiency. Apple first introduced this technology with the M4 iPad Pro and is expected to bring a similar implementation to the MacBook Pro. The touchscreen functionality will reportedly rely on on-cell touch technology, which integrates touch sensors directly into the display rather than adding a separate layer. This approach helps keep the panel thin while supporting multi-touch input. If the rumours prove accurate, the move to a tandem OLED touchscreen would represent the biggest display upgrade in the MacBook Pros history and one of the most significant changes to the lineup in years. The iPad Pro has a TaNdem OLED display, the type of display that could make its way into the 2026 MacBook Pro. Brady Snyder / Foundry Touchscreen MacBook Interface macOS 27 could have some hidden touchscreen features. Foundry Apple is not expected to turn macOS into iPadOS, but reports suggest macOS 27 could include subtle design changes to make the Mac easier to use with touch input. Rather than replacing the traditional desktop experience, Apple is reportedly working on a touch-tuned interface that adapts depending on how the device is being used. When touch input is detected, interface elements such as menus, buttons, and controls may automatically enlarge to make them easier to tap. When using a mouse or trackpad, macOS would revert to its familiar point-and-click layout. The touchscreen itself is expected to support standard gestures such as tapping, scrolling, and zooming, while still allowing users to switch between touch, trackpad, and mouse input. Further clues appeared in the macOS 27.2 beta on October 5. MacRumors reported new code references to touch gestures in Safari, Photos, Notes and Quick Look. These could support a future touchscreen MacBook, but they could also relate to Sidecar, which allows an iPad to act as a Mac display. Touchscreen MacBook Pro: Connectivity 5G connectivity could finally come to the Mac The C1X is now available, but the C2 modem could be ready for the 2026 MacBook Pro. Apple Beyond the touchscreen display and redesigned chassis, one of the most intriguing rumours surrounding the next-generation MacBook Pro is built-in cellular connectivity. Apple has spent the past several years developing its own modem technology, beginning with the C-series modem family. Reports suggest the company has explored bringing 5G connectivity to the MacBook lineup, allowing users to connect directly to mobile networks without relying on Wi-Fi or a smartphone hotspot. Further evidence emerged in 2025 when Macworld contributor Filipe Esposito reported that Apple had tested an M5 MacBook Pro equipped with a 5G modem. While that feature did not make it into the final product, the report suggests Apple is actively evaluating cellular-enabled MacBooks. The redesigned MacBook Pro could also benefit from Apples growing portfolio of wireless chips. The companys N-series networking processors, which handle Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Thread connectivity, may eventually replace third-party components throughout the Mac lineup. An updated version of the chip could debut alongside the touchscreen MacBook Pro, improving power efficiency and tighter integration with Apples ecosystem. While neither feature has been confirmed, Apples ongoing investment in modem and wireless technologies makes enhanced connectivity one of the more plausible additions to the redesigned MacBook Pro. Touchscreen MacBook Pro: Price expectations Apple will likely offer similar configurations to the current MacBook Pro models, but its unclear how much of a premium a touchscreen OLED display will command. Apple upped the price of the iPad Pro by $200 when it got a tandem OLED, so its likely the touchscreen MacBook Pro will have a higher starting price. Here are the prices for the current standard configurations of the M5 MacBook Pro, which saw prices increase between $300 and $500 in June 2026. 14-inch MacBook Pro $1,999/1,999: M5 with a 10-core CPU, 10-core GPU, 16GB unified memory, 1TB SSD, Thunderbolt 4 $2,499/2,499: M5 Pro with a 15-core CPU, 16-core GPU, 24GB unified memory, 1TB SSD, Thunderbolt 5 $4,099/4,099: M5 Max with a 18-core CPU, 32-core GPU, 36GB unified memory, 2TB SSD, Thunderbolt 5 16-inch MacBook Pro $2,999/2,999: M5 Pro with a 15-core CPU, 16-core GPU, 24GB unified memory, 1TB SSD, Thunderbolt 5 $4,399/4,399: M5 Max with a 18-core CPU, 32-core GPU, 36GB unified memory, 2TB SSD, Thunderbolt 5
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Aothia Silicone Desk Mat with Mouse Pad Buy for $17 (Reg. $20) What we love You probably know by now that Im a big fan of desk mats, and this one caught my eye given the fact that it has a dedicated mouse area. Not only does this offer up a bit of contrast, but the area features a uniquely textured design that is engineered to support smooth tracking and precise cursor control. more
Legora CEO says software sovereignty is an excuse not to compete globally
Legora co-founder and chief executive Max Junestrand says calls for European sovereignty in software are an excuse for companies that are not bold enough to go global. He spoke at Wave by Vento in Turin on Thursday. I think sovereignty in enterprise applications, or sovereignty in consumer apps, or sovereignty at the software layer is [] This story continues at The Next Web
Govee Matter-Certified RGBWW Edison Bulbs (4-pack) Buy for $55 (Reg. $70) What we love These bulbs take the Edison style even further, boasting RGBWW support. They are also Matter certified, allowing you to control them across various ecosystems like Apple or Google Home, Alexa, and others with no need to deal with third-party apps. more
