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Some configurations of Mac mini and Mac Studio aren't available in Apple's online store. It's an indicator that a desktop Mac refresh is on the way. Mac Studio So far, Apple's updates to bring its products up to the M5 chip generation has involved portable products, like the MacBook Pro . While the world waits for desktop Macs to get the same treatment, it seems that Apple is preparing for its ow…

The QIDI Max 4 is a 3D printer capable of multi-color printing, equipped with heating and cooling elements and a massive build volume. It's a serious 3D printer for those who need it. QIDI Max 4 3D Printer Review I consider myself a professional amateur 3D printing hobbyist. The Anet A8 was my starter printer about five years ago. Between then and now, I've picked up and messed with a Creality En…

The in-development word game "Character Limit" faced testers in the last two months, but as TestFlight got underway, an unexpected game convention opportunity went especially well. A tale of two tests: TestFlight and a gaming convention. Back in early February , Character Limit had reached a good stopping point to get some testing done with real players. A lot of the work had been done, so now it…

Apple is taking Apple TV off the screen and into the real world with a public fan event designed to showcase its growing slate of original series. Apple TV 4K The company will host a free "Think Apple TV" activation at Westfield Century City in Los Angeles across two weekends, running April 23 through April 26 and April 30 through May 3. Interactive experiences tied to shows include Pluribus , Sh…

It's been a wild week for folding iPhone rumors, with battles about what it will be called, release timing, when orders will ship, and more. On Friday, one prolific leaker jumped in and claims the device will ship in October at the latest. Apple's foldable iPhone is now closer to release than ever This comes following numerous back-and-forth reports that foldable iPhone buyers would have to wait …

Thanks to a $150 discount, shoppers can grab Apple's 2026 M5 MacBook Air 13-inch for a record low $949. Get the lowest 13-inch MacBook Air price this weekend at Amazon - Image credit: Apple The 13-inch MacBook Air (2026) is now equipped with Apple's M5 chip that features a 10-core CPU with 4 super cores and 6 efficiency cores. This allows a performance boost over the M4 model. In the standard spe…

There is a huge amount to say about the latest iPhone Fold rumors, and a lesson for Apple in how the MacBook Neo could even be too successful, on the AppleInsider Podcast. Even on Earth, iPhones are so light they feel as if they could float After months or even really years of rumors and expectations over the iPhone Fold, it really does look as if one is coming. There's still the issue of when, a…

Apple Pay is a quick and safe way to make purchases in person and online, but a new type of scam may use your faith in the system to steal thousands of dollars from you. Apple Pay is safe and secure, but scammers still target it That's the warning from consumer advocacy outfit Consumer Affairs following a spate of Apple Pay-related scams. Fraudsters know that people trust Apple and the Apple Pay …

The Asus Zenbook A16 is a thin and light Windows notebook aiming to take the portability crown from Apple. Here's how it compares against a similarly-priced MacBook Pro . M5 14-inch MacBook Pro vs Asus Zenbook A16 For our spec-sheet brawl, we're going to put the $1,999 Asus Zenbook A16 against the 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5. As much as we would compare the similarly-sized 16-inch MacBook Pro , t…

Apple TV has earned five nominations for the 86th Peabody Awards, honoring the streamer across entertainment, children's, and factual programming. Pluribus — image credit: Apple The Peabody Awards exist to celebrate storytelling across different media, and across different forms from television to radio and podcasts. Apple TV won its first Peabody in 2021 , getting it for "Ted Lasso" and specific…

Older iPad tablets often remain in daily use years after purchase, making long-term maintenance increasingly important as hardware ages. Here's how to restore their usefulness and keep them running safely. The iPad rehab guide Many iPads become obsolete before they cease functioning due to the evolution of demanding workflows. Consequently, they are often repurposed for lighter tasks such as smar…

The iOS 26 update doesn't make it easy to add custom ringtones, but with a few tools and some patience, you can still do it for free. What you need for iOS 26 ringtones Apple loads iPhones with dozens of tones out of the box. They range from the famously piercing "Radar" to more subtle chimes. For many, though, personalization is part of owning a phone, and nothing feels more personal than hearin…

The Asus ProArt Display PA32QCV is expensive, but it's a 6K-resolution creative professional's dream monitor. Asus ProArt PA32QCV As a digital illustrator and graphic designer, the color quality, sharpness, and size of monitor displays in my day-to-day life is important to maintain consistent quality and peace of mind. I need monitors that allow me to create and deliver color artwork that is clea…

Apple rolled out updates across its creative and productivity apps. Logic Pro and Pixelmator Pro gain new features while the rest of the iWork lineup got bug fixes and stability improvements. Apple Creator Studio apps Apple's Creator Studio bundle includes pro tools like Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Motion, Compressor, and Pixelmator Pro, along with productivity apps like Pages, Keynote, and Numbers…

On April 9, Apple released macOS 26.4.1 to the public, alongside vague release notes that just discuss that the update contains bug fixes. The new macOS 26.4.1 update is now available for download While Apple hasn't detailed exactly which bugs this new update addresses, there may be clues from other recent releases. The update comes just 24 hours after Apple also released iOS 26.4.1 and iPadOS 26…