Apple just gave developers the green light to leave Intel Macs behind
Apple just told Mac App Store developers they can drop Intel support entirely, meaning smaller downloads for you and one more sign Intel Macs are on their way out.
I found 6 Labor Day phone deals actually worth buying
I checked Amazon and Best Buy’s Labor Day sales and found six worthwhile phone deals from Apple, Samsung, Motorola, and Nothing.
Dark Matter Season 2 is off to a strong start, though I’m left with questions I hope get answered
Dark Matter's return hooks with strong momentum, raising questions about dead Jasons, hidden doppelgangers, and box mechanics that needs to be answered.
I checked Amazon’s Labor Day earbuds deals, and these 6 are worth buying
These are the best Amazon Labor Day earbuds deals I found, including discounts on AirPods Pro 3, Bose, Nothing, and Sony earbuds.
Apple is testing continuous heart rate tracking for future Apple Watches
Apple is testing continuous heart rate monitoring for the Apple Watch, which could give it much richer fitness and wellness data throughout the day.
Apple apparently tested a stylus for the foldable iPhone, then nixed the idea
Apple internally prototyped an Apple Pencil built for its upcoming foldable iPhone, according to Mark Gurman, but it won’t ship, at least not this September.
A redesigned Apple Watch now seems further in the future
Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 are expected to be modest upgrades, while Apple prepares a larger redesign with new health tracking and software.
Chinese DRAM maker is putting its latest LPDDR6 memory inside Xiaomi’s next foldable phone
CXMT will supply its latest LPDDR6 memory for Xiaomi’s upcoming foldable, a move that could signal a major shift in the global DRAM supply chain.
Apple TV lands critically acclaimed drama series “Small Prophets”
Apple TV has acquired the global streaming rights for hit British comedy-drama series "Small Prophets," and it will be available for watching October 7 onwards.
Apple TV just got more expensive, again
Apple is raising the price of Apple TV in the U.S. to $14.99 per month, while the annual plan is increasing to $119.
The best free antivirus software for Mac in 2026
The best free antivirus software for Mac can provide real-time protection or useful on-demand scans. Here are our top free picks for 2026 and what each one leaves out.
I wouldn’t spend $799 on the Galaxy S26 FE. I’d get the Galaxy S26 or iPhone 17 instead
I don’t think the Galaxy S26 FE makes sense at $799 when Samsung and Apple offer better flagships for similar money.
Switching to Metro by T-Mobile Could Get You a New Phone and Some Serious Savings
Your current phone might be ready for retirement or still have plenty of life left. A better wireless deal should fit around what you actually need. Metro by T-Mobile offers different ways to make switching carriers easier without forcing you down the same path.
Zoom kits on smartphones are awesome. After using the Vivo X300 Ultra, I don’t think they’re for everyone
The Vivo X300 Ultra's 400mm ZEISS Telephoto Extender kit is quite excellent, but between the added weight, setup time, and near-$2,000 price tag, most buyers don’t really need it.
Apple and Samsung dominate the world’s best-selling smartphones, with the iPhone 17 leading the pack
The iPhone 17 topped global smartphone sales in Q2 2026 with 6% market share, while Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra became Android's best-selling phone.
A few days in, the Pixel 11 Pro XL’s battery life is off to a rocky start for me
After 72 hours with the Pixel 11 Pro XL, I'm getting under 6 hours of screen-on time, which is well behind the Galaxy S26 Ultra and iPhone 17 Pro Max.
Apple may have accidentally revealed what’s next for Apple TV and HomePod
Apple’s latest iOS 27 beta may have spoiled a major AI upgrade for the Apple TV and HomePod, and it could arrive sooner than expected.
Apple TV’s next big swing is 12 12 12, a heist thriller starring Anthony Mackie and Jamie Dornan
Anthony Mackie and Jamie Dornan lead Apple TV's new heist drama 12 12 12, structured around three timelines tied to one elaborate Zurich bank vault heist.
Apple schedules September 9 event to launch new iPhones and more
Apple finally confirms the date for its most anticipated September event, where it could reveal the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra.
Apple has a surprise for M4 Mac mini buyers still waiting for delivery
Apple is giving some M4 Mac mini buyers a free upgrade to the new M6 model while they wait for their orders, though some customers are facing longer delivery times as a result.
Apple Maps has started putting sponsored businesses at the top of search results
Apple Maps has started showing sponsored businesses at the top of search results in the U.S. and Canada, and there’s currently no way to turn the ads off.
Apple’s new Mac mini quietly leveled up its multi-monitor game
The M6 and M5 Pro Mac mini keep the three-display limit, but refresh rates and port flexibility just got a serious bump.
Apple’s new Magic Keyboard swaps text for symbols, but skips the upgrade you actually want
Apple quietly refreshed the Magic Keyboard with new symbol-based key labels to match its MacBooks, but the backlight everyone's been asking for is still missing.
Apple’s M5 Ultra Mac Studio gets a huge AI boost, Thunderbolt 5, and a new networking chip
Apple's new Mac Studio ships with M5 Max or M5 Ultra chips, up to 512GB of unified memory, and up to 4.3x faster AI performance, starting at $2,499.
Apple just gave Mac mini a huge performance boost with M6, and a fat price hike
Apple refreshed the Mac mini with the all-new M6 chip and a beefier M5 Pro option, promising up to 4x faster AI performance in the same tiny design.
Apple unveils M6 and M5 Ultra chips with more horsepower and AI compute
Apple has unveiled its first 2nm M6 chip and the powerful M5 Ultra, bringing major performance and AI upgrades to new Mac mini and Mac Studio models.
Apple may launch AirPods 5 alongside the new iPhones
Apple's AirPods 5 could be closer than you think, with a fall launch rumored to line up right alongside the new iPhones.
The iPad mini upgrade I’ve been waiting for could arrive in October
Apple’s smallest iPad may be in line for one of its biggest display upgrades yet, and we may not have long to wait.
Apple’s new Mac mini could show up any day now, and it might beat the iPhones to the punch
Apple's readying a fresh Mac mini that could drop within days, driven by AI demand and a chip shortage squeezing supply.
ChatGPT can now turn your photos into custom iMessage and WhatsApp stickers
ChatGPT can now turn your photos into custom stickers with transparent backgrounds, ready to send straight to iMessage or WhatsApp.
iOS 27 Beta 7 is out, Beta 8 is next, and Apple’s fall software is nearly ready
Apple released beta 7 for iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, and more today, with beta 8 and an iPhone event expected before a mid-September public release.
Apple’s new AI shopping assistant can help you choose your next iPhone or Mac
Apple's AI powered virtual shopping assistant is quietly appearing in the Apple Store app for select iPhone users, letting them check trade in values, compare products, and get purchase help.
The iPhone 18 Pro could cost $1,199, and that’s Apple showing restraint
Apple reportedly plans to raise iPhone prices, yet Samsung and Google’s relatively modest increases could help keep the iPhone 18 Pro around $1,199.
The best RPGs for iPhone and iPad in 2026
The best RPGs for iPhone and iPad in 2026 include Honkai: Star Rail, Stardew Valley, Wuthering Waves, Chrono Trigger, and more.
I never cared about Mac desktop widgets until I found this app
I never liked macOS widgets, until I found an app with better looking, more customizable widgets than Apple's own. Here's the full breakdown.
The best Mac games in 2026
Looking for the best Mac games in 2026? These 18 picks cover AAA hits, RPGs, strategy games, indies, and options for Apple silicon and Intel Macs.
Pixel Watch 5 vs. Galaxy Watch 9 vs. Apple Watch Series 11: There’s more than one way to take your health seriously
Between the Pixel Watch 5, Galaxy Watch 9, and Apple Watch Series 11, its about picking the best unique health-tracking feature.
I found a solution to the features Apple Notes has been missing for years
Apple Notes is great, but it's missing a few key features. I found a free extension that fixes almost all of them, and here's everything it can do.