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Best Buy Takes $70 Off Every 10th Gen iPad With Christmas Delivery
Best Buy this week has the entire 10th generation iPad lineup on sale with guaranteed Christmas delivery for most models. These deals are available to all customers and do not require a My Best Buy membership.
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Prices start at $279.00 for the 64GB Wi-Fi iPad, down from $349.00. You can also get the 256GB Wi-Fi tablet for $429.00, down from $499.00. These $70 discounts are solid second-best prices on the iPad and likely the best prices we’ll see before the end of the year.
$70 OFFiPad (64GB Wi-Fi) for $279.00
$70 OFFiPad (256GB Wi-Fi) for $429.00
If you’re shopping for cellular models, Best Buy has the 64GB cellular iPad for $429.00 and the 256GB cellular iPad for $579.00. These are also $70 discounts, but this time they’re all-time low prices on the iPad, and Best Buy has them in every color at these prices.
If you’re on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week.
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Best Buy this week has the entire 10th generation iPad lineup on sale with guaranteed Christmas delivery for most models. These deals are available to all customers and do not require a My Best Buy membership.
Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Best Buy. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.
Prices start at $279.00 for the 64GB Wi-Fi iPad, down from $349.00. You can also get the 256GB Wi-Fi tablet for $429.00, down from $499.00. These $70 discounts are solid second-best prices on the iPad and likely the best prices we’ll see before the end of the year.
If you’re shopping for cellular models, Best Buy has the 64GB cellular iPad for $429.00 and the 256GB cellular iPad for $579.00. These are also $70 discounts, but this time they’re all-time low prices on the iPad, and Best Buy has them in every color at these prices.
If you’re on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week.
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Apple Reveals Most Downloaded Apps and Games of 2024
Apple today shared the most downloaded iPhone and iPad apps and games of the year, localized for more than 30 countries and regions around the world.
The annual charts include the top free and paid apps and games, as well as the top Apple Arcade games, for the iPhone and iPad in the United States:
Top Free iPhone Apps
Temu: Shop Like a Billionaire
Threads
TikTok
ChatGPT
Google
Instagram
WhatsApp Messenger
CapCut – Video Editor
YouTube: Watch, Listen, Stream
Gmail – Email by Google
Top Paid iPhone Apps
Shadowrocket
HotSchedules
Procreate Pocket
75 Hard
AnkiMobile Flashcards
AutoSleep Track Sleep on Watch
Paprika Recipe Manager 3
TonalEnergy Tuner & Metronome
Goblin Tools
Forest: Focus for Productivity
Top Free iPhone Games
Block Blast！
MONOPOLY GO!
Roblox
Call of Duty®: Warzone™ Mobile
Township
Last War: Survival
Royal Match
Brawl Stars
Subway Surfers
My Perfect Hotel
Top Paid iPhone Games
Minecraft: Play with Friends
Heads Up!
Geometry Dash
Papa’s Freezeria To Go!
Bloons TD 6
Five Nights at Freddy’s
Plague Inc.
MONOPOLY: The Board Game
Stardew Valley
Red’s First Flight
Top Free iPad Apps
YouTube: Watch, Listen, Stream
Netflix
Max: Stream HBO, TV, & Movies
Calculator – Pad Edition
Disney+
Google Chrome
Peacock TV: Stream TV & Movies
Amazon Prime Video
TikTok
Goodnotes 6
Top Paid iPad Apps
Procreate
Procreate Dreams
Shadowrocket
forScore
Nomad Sculpt
ToonSquid
Bluebeam Revu for iPad
AnkiMobile Flashcards
Teach Your Monster to Read
Endless Paper
Top Free iPad Games
Roblox
Magic Tiles 3: Piano Game
MONOPOLY GO!
Subway Surfers
Brawl Stars
Geometry Dash Lite
Block Blast！
Among Us!
My Perfect Hotel
Royal Match
Top Paid iPad Games
Minecraft: Play with Friends
Geometry Dash
Five Nights at Freddy’s
Stardew Valley
Bloons TD 6
Papa’s Paleteria To Go!
Five Nights at Freddy’s 2
Poppy Playtime Chapter 1
MONOPOLY: The Board Game
Ultimate Custom Night
Top Apple Arcade Games
NBA 2K24 Arcade Edition
Snake.io+
Hello Kitty Island Adventure
Sneaky Sasquatch
Bloons TD 6+
Sonic Dream Team
NFL Retro Bowl ’25
Disney Dreamlight Valley
Cooking Mama: Cuisine!
Solitaire by MobilityWare+
Check out this year’s most downloaded iPhone and iPad apps, games, and Apple Arcade charts of 2024 for your region in the App Store’s Today tab. Apple last week announced its 2024 App Store Award winners, including pro video camera app Kino, which was named iPhone App of the Year.
Tag: App Store
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Apple today shared the most downloaded iPhone and iPad apps and games of the year, localized for more than 30 countries and regions around the world.
The annual charts include the top free and paid apps and games, as well as the top Apple Arcade games, for the iPhone and iPad in the United States:
Top Free iPhone Apps
Temu: Shop Like a Billionaire
Threads
TikTok
ChatGPT
Google
Instagram
WhatsApp Messenger
CapCut – Video Editor
YouTube: Watch, Listen, Stream
Gmail – Email by Google
Top Paid iPhone Apps
Shadowrocket
HotSchedules
Procreate Pocket
75 Hard
AnkiMobile Flashcards
AutoSleep Track Sleep on Watch
Paprika Recipe Manager 3
TonalEnergy Tuner & Metronome
Goblin Tools
Forest: Focus for Productivity
Top Free iPhone Games
Block Blast！
MONOPOLY GO!
Roblox
Call of Duty®: Warzone™ Mobile
Township
Last War: Survival
Royal Match
Brawl Stars
Subway Surfers
My Perfect Hotel
Top Paid iPhone Games
Minecraft: Play with Friends
Heads Up!
Geometry Dash
Papa’s Freezeria To Go!
Bloons TD 6
Five Nights at Freddy’s
Plague Inc.
MONOPOLY: The Board Game
Stardew Valley
Red’s First Flight
Top Free iPad Apps
YouTube: Watch, Listen, Stream
Netflix
Max: Stream HBO, TV, & Movies
Calculator – Pad Edition
Disney+
Google Chrome
Peacock TV: Stream TV & Movies
Amazon Prime Video
TikTok
Goodnotes 6
Top Paid iPad Apps
Procreate
Procreate Dreams
Shadowrocket
forScore
Nomad Sculpt
ToonSquid
Bluebeam Revu for iPad
AnkiMobile Flashcards
Teach Your Monster to Read
Endless Paper
Top Free iPad Games
Roblox
Magic Tiles 3: Piano Game
MONOPOLY GO!
Subway Surfers
Brawl Stars
Geometry Dash Lite
Block Blast！
Among Us!
My Perfect Hotel
Royal Match
Top Paid iPad Games
Minecraft: Play with Friends
Geometry Dash
Five Nights at Freddy’s
Stardew Valley
Bloons TD 6
Papa’s Paleteria To Go!
Five Nights at Freddy’s 2
Poppy Playtime Chapter 1
MONOPOLY: The Board Game
Ultimate Custom Night
Top Apple Arcade Games
NBA 2K24 Arcade Edition
Snake.io+
Hello Kitty Island Adventure
Sneaky Sasquatch
Bloons TD 6+
Sonic Dream Team
NFL Retro Bowl ’25
Disney Dreamlight Valley
Cooking Mama: Cuisine!
Solitaire by MobilityWare+
Check out this year’s most downloaded iPhone and iPad apps, games, and Apple Arcade charts of 2024 for your region in the App Store‘s Today tab. Apple last week announced its 2024 App Store Award winners, including pro video camera app Kino, which was named iPhone App of the Year.
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Apple TV+ Sci-Fi Series ‘Silo’ Renewed for Third and Fourth Seasons
Apple today announced it has renewed the award-winning sci-fi series “Silo” for third and fourth seasons, allowing for the “complete story” to be told. Apple confirmed that the fourth season will be the final season of the show.
“With the final two chapters of ‘Silo,’ we can’t wait to give fans of the show an incredibly satisfying conclusion to the many mysteries and unanswered questions contained within the walls of these silos,” said showrunner and executive producer Graham Yost.
“Silo” is currently midway through its second season on Apple TV+, with new episodes releasing each Friday through January 17.
The series follows the last 10,000 people on Earth, all of whom live in a massive underground bunker to escape the seemingly toxic and deadly world outside. The people are unaware of why the silo was built, and those who seek the truth face deadly consequences. Rebecca Ferguson stars as Juliette Nichols, an engineer who attempts to unravel the mysteries surrounding the silo following a loved one’s murder. The sci-fi series is based on Hugh Howey’s best-selling book series. Ferguson and Howey both serve as executive producers.
Apple TV+ costs $9.99 per month or $99 per year in the U.S., and the streaming service is also included in all Apple One subscription bundles.Tags: Apple TV Plus, Apple TV Shows
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Apple today announced it has renewed the award-winning sci-fi series “Silo” for third and fourth seasons, allowing for the “complete story” to be told. Apple confirmed that the fourth season will be the final season of the show.
“With the final two chapters of ‘Silo,’ we can’t wait to give fans of the show an incredibly satisfying conclusion to the many mysteries and unanswered questions contained within the walls of these silos,” said showrunner and executive producer Graham Yost.
“Silo” is currently midway through its second season on Apple TV+, with new episodes releasing each Friday through January 17.
The series follows the last 10,000 people on Earth, all of whom live in a massive underground bunker to escape the seemingly toxic and deadly world outside. The people are unaware of why the silo was built, and those who seek the truth face deadly consequences. Rebecca Ferguson stars as Juliette Nichols, an engineer who attempts to unravel the mysteries surrounding the silo following a loved one’s murder. The sci-fi series is based on Hugh Howey’s best-selling book series. Ferguson and Howey both serve as executive producers.
Apple TV+ costs $9.99 per month or $99 per year in the U.S., and the streaming service is also included in all Apple One subscription bundles.
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Eufy Launches 4K E30 Indoor Camera With HomeKit Support
Anker brand Eufy has launched a new Apple Home-compatible 4K indoor pan-and-tilt camera, bettering its 2K offering launched back in 2020.
The Eufy Indoor Cam E30 features a 4K resolution for crisp, sharp video, and it is compatible with HomeKit. However, since Apple’s Home app only supports the viewing of streams up to 1080p, users will need to use the official Eufy app to see the inside of their property in all its 4K glory.
The E30 connects via the 2.4GHz Wi-Fi band, and the PTZ camera provides a 360-degree view in the horizontal plane, as well as controls within the Eufy app to manually adjust the angle. The camera can also be fixed to ceilings with a mounting plate (included).
The E30 also includes a built-in spotlight enabling standard night vision and color night vision. Users have the option to install an SD card for local on-device recording, minus the associated monthly fees incurred by cloud-based recording plans, but Eufy does still offer a cloud-based option.
As HomeKitNews notes, Eufy has not provided information on whether the Indoor Cam E30 supports HomeKit Secure Video, so buyer beware. But given that most other Eufy models support it, there is a good chance this one does, too.
HomeKit Secure Video is encrypted and stored in iCloud and footage is viewed in the Home app. All detection is also done on-device for privacy purposes, with no data sent to Eufy. This would likely be the preferable option for users who remember Eufy’s camera security controversy.
Thanks to improvements in AI, Eufy says that the camera can now distinguish between humans and pets, as well as different types of audio, making it better able to detect, identify, and track movement. The camera also has an integrated speaker, suggesting this model supports two-way audio like other Eufy models.
The Eufy Indoor Cam E30 is available directly from the Eufy website costing $69.99, and the company is currently running a $10 promotional discount using the code WSPEV2ASHVSZ. Tag: Anker
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Anker brand Eufy has launched a new Apple Home-compatible 4K indoor pan-and-tilt camera, bettering its 2K offering launched back in 2020.
The Eufy Indoor Cam E30 features a 4K resolution for crisp, sharp video, and it is compatible with HomeKit. However, since Apple’s Home app only supports the viewing of streams up to 1080p, users will need to use the official Eufy app to see the inside of their property in all its 4K glory.
The E30 connects via the 2.4GHz Wi-Fi band, and the PTZ camera provides a 360-degree view in the horizontal plane, as well as controls within the Eufy app to manually adjust the angle. The camera can also be fixed to ceilings with a mounting plate (included).
The E30 also includes a built-in spotlight enabling standard night vision and color night vision. Users have the option to install an SD card for local on-device recording, minus the associated monthly fees incurred by cloud-based recording plans, but Eufy does still offer a cloud-based option.
As HomeKitNews notes, Eufy has not provided information on whether the Indoor Cam E30 supports HomeKit Secure Video, so buyer beware. But given that most other Eufy models support it, there is a good chance this one does, too.
HomeKit Secure Video is encrypted and stored in iCloud and footage is viewed in the Home app. All detection is also done on-device for privacy purposes, with no data sent to Eufy. This would likely be the preferable option for users who remember Eufy’s camera security controversy.
Thanks to improvements in AI, Eufy says that the camera can now distinguish between humans and pets, as well as different types of audio, making it better able to detect, identify, and track movement. The camera also has an integrated speaker, suggesting this model supports two-way audio like other Eufy models.
The Eufy Indoor Cam E30 is available directly from the Eufy website costing $69.99, and the company is currently running a $10 promotional discount using the code WSPEV2ASHVSZ.
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Foldable iPad With ~20-Inch Display Likely Set for 2028 Launch
Apple is working on a “giant” foldable iPad that unfolds into the size of two iPad Pros side-by-side, which the company aims to release around 2028, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman.
Writing in his latest Power On newsletter, Gurman says that Apple has been developing the foldable for a couple of years now, and is aiming for a ~20-inch display to appeal to customers who want the biggest possible display in a portable device.
Gurman says Apple’s main goal is to avoid the crease that runs through the middle of the screen above the hinge when the device is in the open position. The crease has remained evident in even the current crop of foldable phones from Samsung, which has tried and failed to get rid of it since its breakout Galaxy Fold device, released in 2019.
In contrast, Apple wants its foldable iPad to look like “a single, uninterrupted piece of glass.” Whether this is achievable remains unclear, though the company is said to have made progress: Gurman reports that prototypes of this new product within Apple’s industrial design group have a nearly invisible crease. “It’s too early to tell if Apple will be able to get rid of it altogether,” notes the reporter.
As for which operating system the foldable iPad will run, Gurman admits that it’s not yet clear, but he did have this to say:
My guess is that it will be iPadOS or a variant of it. I don’t believe it will be a true iPad-Mac hybrid, but the device will have elements of both. By the time 2028 rolls around, iPadOS should be advanced enough to run macOS apps, but it also makes sense to support iPad accessories like the Apple Pencil. Gurman says the majority of Apple’s work on foldables is focused on the “higher-end” 20-inch device, but he maintains that Apple continues to explore the long-rumored foldable iPhone concept. Despite Apple’s status as the only major smartphone maker without a foldable, Gurman does not foresee a foldable iPhone arriving before 2026 at the earliest.
Last week, MacRumors reported on a document shared on X that allegedly reveals Apple’s display plans. The roadmap shows that Apple aims to use an 18.8-inch foldable screen between 2028 and 2030, and Gurman says that this “generally lines up with what I’ve heard about an Apple foldable computer.”
Notably, a report over the weekend by The Wall Street Journal claimed that Apple is planning two foldable devices, one of which is “intended to serve as a laptop” and “has a screen that unfolds to be nearly as large as some desktop monitors, at about 19 inches.” It is not immediately clear if this and the foldable iPad reported by Gurman are one and the same, but it’s a possibility.
Meanwhile, the smaller device is said to be essentially an iPhone with an inward-folding design that unfolds to a display size that would be larger than an iPhone 16 Pro Max. The WSJ report said Apple executives are pushing for a 2026 release, but the company may need another year to address technical challenges, one of which is presumably related to the crease.Tags: Bloomberg, Foldable iPad, Foldable iPhone, Mark Gurman
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Apple is working on a “giant” foldable iPad that unfolds into the size of two iPad Pros side-by-side, which the company aims to release around 2028, according to Bloomberg‘s Mark Gurman.
Writing in his latest Power On newsletter, Gurman says that Apple has been developing the foldable for a couple of years now, and is aiming for a ~20-inch display to appeal to customers who want the biggest possible display in a portable device.
Gurman says Apple’s main goal is to avoid the crease that runs through the middle of the screen above the hinge when the device is in the open position. The crease has remained evident in even the current crop of foldable phones from Samsung, which has tried and failed to get rid of it since its breakout Galaxy Fold device, released in 2019.
In contrast, Apple wants its foldable iPad to look like “a single, uninterrupted piece of glass.” Whether this is achievable remains unclear, though the company is said to have made progress: Gurman reports that prototypes of this new product within Apple’s industrial design group have a nearly invisible crease. “It’s too early to tell if Apple will be able to get rid of it altogether,” notes the reporter.
As for which operating system the foldable iPad will run, Gurman admits that it’s not yet clear, but he did have this to say:
My guess is that it will be iPadOS or a variant of it. I don’t believe it will be a true iPad-Mac hybrid, but the device will have elements of both. By the time 2028 rolls around, iPadOS should be advanced enough to run macOS apps, but it also makes sense to support iPad accessories like the Apple Pencil. Gurman says the majority of Apple’s work on foldables is focused on the “higher-end” 20-inch device, but he maintains that Apple continues to explore the long-rumored foldable iPhone concept. Despite Apple’s status as the only major smartphone maker without a foldable, Gurman does not foresee a foldable iPhone arriving before 2026 at the earliest.
Last week, MacRumors reported on a document shared on X that allegedly reveals Apple’s display plans. The roadmap shows that Apple aims to use an 18.8-inch foldable screen between 2028 and 2030, and Gurman says that this “generally lines up with what I’ve heard about an Apple foldable computer.”
Notably, a report over the weekend by The Wall Street Journal claimed that Apple is planning two foldable devices, one of which is “intended to serve as a laptop” and “has a screen that unfolds to be nearly as large as some desktop monitors, at about 19 inches.” It is not immediately clear if this and the foldable iPad reported by Gurman are one and the same, but it’s a possibility.
Meanwhile, the smaller device is said to be essentially an iPhone with an inward-folding design that unfolds to a display size that would be larger than an iPhone 16 Pro Max. The WSJ report said Apple executives are pushing for a 2026 release, but the company may need another year to address technical challenges, one of which is presumably related to the crease.
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iOS 18.2: Bring Volume Slider Back to iPhone Lock Screen
Apple in iOS 18.2 has reinstated a Lock Screen feature that was unceremoniously nixed from its iPhone OS two years ago, leaving many users wondering why it was taken away in the first place.
The feature in question is the on-screen volume control slider in the Lock Screen media player interface. Prior to 2022, the volume slider was a familiar presence on the Lock Screen whenever media was playing. When Apple released iOS 16, however, it removed the control without explaining the reason.
Thankfully, Apple has brought back the control as an option in iOS 18.2. If you’ve updated your device, you’ll find a toggle in Settings ➝ Accessibility ➝ Audio & Visual, labeled Always Show Volume Control. Enable the switch, and you’ll be able to adjust volume from the Lock Screen without having to unlock your iPhone or use the physical volume buttons.
Elsewhere in iOS 18.2, provided you have a compatible device, you will find several Apple Intelligence features, including Image Playground and Genmoji. Be sure to check out our complete guide for full details on what’s included. This article, “iOS 18.2: Bring Volume Slider Back to iPhone Lock Screen” first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
Apple in iOS 18.2 has reinstated a Lock Screen feature that was unceremoniously nixed from its iPhone OS two years ago, leaving many users wondering why it was taken away in the first place.
The feature in question is the on-screen volume control slider in the Lock Screen media player interface. Prior to 2022, the volume slider was a familiar presence on the Lock Screen whenever media was playing. When Apple released iOS 16, however, it removed the control without explaining the reason.
Thankfully, Apple has brought back the control as an option in iOS 18.2. If you’ve updated your device, you’ll find a toggle in Settings ➝ Accessibility ➝ Audio & Visual, labeled Always Show Volume Control. Enable the switch, and you’ll be able to adjust volume from the Lock Screen without having to unlock your iPhone or use the physical volume buttons.
Elsewhere in iOS 18.2, provided you have a compatible device, you will find several Apple Intelligence features, including Image Playground and Genmoji. Be sure to check out our complete guide for full details on what’s included.
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AirTag 2 Expected to Launch Next Year With ‘Considerable’ Upgrade to Item Tracking
Apple plans to release a second-generation AirTag next year with “considerably” longer range for item tracking, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman.
In his Power On newsletter today, Gurman said the new AirTag will use Apple’s second-generation Ultra Wideband chip, or equivalent technology. The chip debuted last year in the iPhone 15 and the Apple Watch Ultra 2, and Apple said it offers up to three times the range as its first-generation Ultra Wideband chip in the current AirTag. Indeed, Gurman said the new AirTag should offer triple the range as the current model.
On the iPhone 15 and iPhone 16 models, there is a Precision Finding feature that can help you to find your friends in busy places, and it offers up to approximately 60 meters (around 200 feet) range. The new AirTag could offer similar range.
Last month, Gurman said the new AirTag will be released around mid-2025. In addition to longer range, he said the new AirTag’s built-in speaker will be more difficult to remove, as a stalking-related safety measure. Overall, though, he does not expect the accessory to receive any major design changes when it is updated next year.
Apple released the AirTag in April 2021, so there will have been around a four-year wait for the second-generation model.Tags: AirTag, Mark Gurman
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Apple plans to release a second-generation AirTag next year with “considerably” longer range for item tracking, according to Bloomberg‘s Mark Gurman.
In his Power On newsletter today, Gurman said the new AirTag will use Apple’s second-generation Ultra Wideband chip, or equivalent technology. The chip debuted last year in the iPhone 15 and the Apple Watch Ultra 2, and Apple said it offers up to three times the range as its first-generation Ultra Wideband chip in the current AirTag. Indeed, Gurman said the new AirTag should offer triple the range as the current model.
On the iPhone 15 and iPhone 16 models, there is a Precision Finding feature that can help you to find your friends in busy places, and it offers up to approximately 60 meters (around 200 feet) range. The new AirTag could offer similar range.
Last month, Gurman said the new AirTag will be released around mid-2025. In addition to longer range, he said the new AirTag’s built-in speaker will be more difficult to remove, as a stalking-related safety measure. Overall, though, he does not expect the accessory to receive any major design changes when it is updated next year.
Apple released the AirTag in April 2021, so there will have been around a four-year wait for the second-generation model.
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‘iPhone 17 Air’ With ‘Major’ Design Changes and 19-Inch MacBook Detailed in New Report
Apple is planning a series of “major design” and “format changes” for iPhones over the next few years, according to The Wall Street Journal’s Aaron Tilley and Yang Jie.
The paywalled report published today corroborated the widely-rumored “iPhone 17 Air” with an “ultrathin” design that is thinner than current iPhone models. The report did not mention a specific measurement, but previous rumors have indicated the device could be anywhere from 5mm to 6.25mm thin, whereas the iPhone 16 lineup starts at 7.8mm. The thinnest-ever model was the iPhone 6 at 6.9mm, so the iPhone 17 Air would beat that record.
In line with previous rumors, the report said the iPhone 17 Air will be “giving up” some features available in the Pro models. For example, the report said the device will have a “simplified” camera system, but no other details were provided. Accordingly, the report said the device will be priced lower than the Pro lineup, which in the U.S. starts at $999.
Apple is also planning two foldable devices, according to the report. It said one of the devices will essentially be the largest-ever MacBook with a foldable 19-inch screen, while the other is a foldable iPhone that would unfold to have an inwards-facing display that is larger than the one on the 6.9-inch iPhone 16 Pro Max.
The report said Apple is aiming to release the foldable iPhone in 2026 or 2027, while the foldable MacBook would come later.
Apple is said to have faced major challenges with the foldable iPhone, including improving the hinge and the display cover. Apple apparently considered a foldable iPhone with an outward-facing display, but has settled on an inward-facing display.Related Roundup: iPhone 17
Tags: Foldable iPhone, Foldable MacBook, The Wall Street Journal
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Apple is planning a series of “major design” and “format changes” for iPhones over the next few years, according to The Wall Street Journal‘s Aaron Tilley and Yang Jie.
The paywalled report published today corroborated the widely-rumored “iPhone 17 Air” with an “ultrathin” design that is thinner than current iPhone models. The report did not mention a specific measurement, but previous rumors have indicated the device could be anywhere from 5mm to 6.25mm thin, whereas the iPhone 16 lineup starts at 7.8mm. The thinnest-ever model was the iPhone 6 at 6.9mm, so the iPhone 17 Air would beat that record.
In line with previous rumors, the report said the iPhone 17 Air will be “giving up” some features available in the Pro models. For example, the report said the device will have a “simplified” camera system, but no other details were provided. Accordingly, the report said the device will be priced lower than the Pro lineup, which in the U.S. starts at $999.
Apple is also planning two foldable devices, according to the report. It said one of the devices will essentially be the largest-ever MacBook with a foldable 19-inch screen, while the other is a foldable iPhone that would unfold to have an inwards-facing display that is larger than the one on the 6.9-inch iPhone 16 Pro Max.
The report said Apple is aiming to release the foldable iPhone in 2026 or 2027, while the foldable MacBook would come later.
Apple is said to have faced major challenges with the foldable iPhone, including improving the hinge and the display cover. Apple apparently considered a foldable iPhone with an outward-facing display, but has settled on an inward-facing display.
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Apple ‘Working’ on Redesigned Magic Mouse With a Long-Awaited ‘Fix’
Apple is working on a redesigned Magic Mouse that will address some “longstanding complaints,” according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman.
In his Power On newsletter today, Gurman said Apple in recent months has been working on a “full overhaul” of the Magic Mouse with a design that “better fits the modern era.” However, he does not expect the new Magic Mouse to be released in the “next 12 to 18 months,” so it sounds like the accessory will launch in mid-2026 at the earliest.
While the Magic Mouse switched from Lightning to USB-C a few months ago, the charging port is still located on the bottom of the mouse, which prevents it from being used while charging. This is only a minor inconvenience, as charging the mouse is a quick and infrequent process, but it sounds like Apple will finally relocate the port.
“Apple is looking to create something that’s more relevant, while also fixing longstanding complaints — yes, including the charging port issue,” said Gurman.
He also suggested the next Magic Mouse will be more ergonomic and comfortable to use.
While no specific design details about the next Magic Mouse were shared, perhaps Apple will take some inspiration from popular alternatives for the Mac, like Logitech’s excellent MX Master 3S. That mouse features an ergonomic design with a thumb rest, a front-facing USB-C charging port, precision tracking, two scroll wheels, and more.
Logitech’s MX Master 3S
The overall look of the Magic Mouse has not changed much since 2009, so a redesign has been a long time coming. Notable changes over the years include the mouse switching from AA batteries to a built-in rechargeable battery in 2015, new color-matching options with the iMac in 2021, and the switch from Lightning to USB-C this year. Overall, the Magic Mouse has not received much attention from Apple over the past decade.
Will the next Magic Mouse cost more? No word on that from Gurman, yet. The current model is priced at $79 in the U.S. on a standalone basis, and it is included at no additional cost with the purchase of an iMac or a Mac Pro.Tags: Magic Mouse, Mark Gurman
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Apple is working on a redesigned Magic Mouse that will address some “longstanding complaints,” according to Bloomberg‘s Mark Gurman.
In his Power On newsletter today, Gurman said Apple in recent months has been working on a “full overhaul” of the Magic Mouse with a design that “better fits the modern era.” However, he does not expect the new Magic Mouse to be released in the “next 12 to 18 months,” so it sounds like the accessory will launch in mid-2026 at the earliest.
While the Magic Mouse switched from Lightning to USB-C a few months ago, the charging port is still located on the bottom of the mouse, which prevents it from being used while charging. This is only a minor inconvenience, as charging the mouse is a quick and infrequent process, but it sounds like Apple will finally relocate the port.
“Apple is looking to create something that’s more relevant, while also fixing longstanding complaints — yes, including the charging port issue,” said Gurman.
He also suggested the next Magic Mouse will be more ergonomic and comfortable to use.
While no specific design details about the next Magic Mouse were shared, perhaps Apple will take some inspiration from popular alternatives for the Mac, like Logitech’s excellent MX Master 3S. That mouse features an ergonomic design with a thumb rest, a front-facing USB-C charging port, precision tracking, two scroll wheels, and more.
The overall look of the Magic Mouse has not changed much since 2009, so a redesign has been a long time coming. Notable changes over the years include the mouse switching from AA batteries to a built-in rechargeable battery in 2015, new color-matching options with the iMac in 2021, and the switch from Lightning to USB-C this year. Overall, the Magic Mouse has not received much attention from Apple over the past decade.
Will the next Magic Mouse cost more? No word on that from Gurman, yet. The current model is priced at $79 in the U.S. on a standalone basis, and it is included at no additional cost with the purchase of an iMac or a Mac Pro.
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UGREEN Takes Up to 40% Off Uno Chargers and More in Amazon Sale
UGREEN has launched a big holiday sale on its Amazon storefront, with savings on USB-C wall chargers, portable batteries, MagSafe-compatible wireless chargers, and more. This sale includes discounts on UGREEN’s popular Uno line of robotic chargers, which make great holiday gifts.
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The highlight is UGREEN’s 100W 4-Port USB-C Charger, priced at $47.99, down from $59.99. We reviewed this entire line of chargers earlier this month, so if you want to find out more about how they work and what they look like, be sure to check out that review.
UP TO 40% OFFUGREEN Charging Sale
Uno Chargers
65W 3-Port USB-C Charger – $32.49, down from $49.99
5,000 mAh Magnetic Power Bank with Stand – $33.74, down from $44.99
10,000 mAh Power Bank with Built-In USB-C Cable – $37.49, down from $49.99
100W 4-Port USB-C Charger – $47.99, down from $59.99
Wall Chargers
35W 2-Port USB-C Charger – $15.99, down from $19.99
65W 3-Port USB-C Charger – $25.19, down from $39.99
100W 4-Port USB-C Charger – $38.99, down from $54.99
160W 4-Port USB-C Charger – $79.99, down from $99.99
Portable Batteries
10,000 mAh Magnetic Power Bank with Stand – $29.99, down from $49.99
MagSafe Portable Charger – $39.99, down from $59.99
12,000 mAh Power Bank with Smart Display – $39.99, down from $49.99
25,000 mAh Portable Battery – $65.99 with on-page coupon, down from $99.99
25,000 mAh Power Bank with Smart Display – $89.99, down from $129.99
Wireless Chargers
MagFlow 2-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charging Station – $23.99, down from $39.99
MagFlow Magnetic Foldable Charging Station – $27.99, down from $39.99
MagSafe Charger Stand – $82.49, down from $109.99
If you’re on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week.
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UGREEN has launched a big holiday sale on its Amazon storefront, with savings on USB-C wall chargers, portable batteries, MagSafe-compatible wireless chargers, and more. This sale includes discounts on UGREEN’s popular Uno line of robotic chargers, which make great holiday gifts.
Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.
The highlight is UGREEN’s 100W 4-Port USB-C Charger, priced at $47.99, down from $59.99. We reviewed this entire line of chargers earlier this month, so if you want to find out more about how they work and what they look like, be sure to check out that review.
Uno Chargers
65W 3-Port USB-C Charger – $32.49, down from $49.99
5,000 mAh Magnetic Power Bank with Stand – $33.74, down from $44.99
10,000 mAh Power Bank with Built-In USB-C Cable – $37.49, down from $49.99
100W 4-Port USB-C Charger – $47.99, down from $59.99
Wall Chargers
35W 2-Port USB-C Charger – $15.99, down from $19.99
65W 3-Port USB-C Charger – $25.19, down from $39.99
100W 4-Port USB-C Charger – $38.99, down from $54.99
160W 4-Port USB-C Charger – $79.99, down from $99.99
Portable Batteries
10,000 mAh Magnetic Power Bank with Stand – $29.99, down from $49.99
MagSafe Portable Charger – $39.99, down from $59.99
12,000 mAh Power Bank with Smart Display – $39.99, down from $49.99
25,000 mAh Portable Battery – $65.99 with on-page coupon, down from $99.99
25,000 mAh Power Bank with Smart Display – $89.99, down from $129.99
Wireless Chargers
MagFlow 2-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charging Station – $23.99, down from $39.99
MagFlow Magnetic Foldable Charging Station – $27.99, down from $39.99
MagSafe Charger Stand – $82.49, down from $109.99
If you’re on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week.
Deals Newsletter
Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find during the holiday season? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we’ll keep you updated so you don’t miss the biggest deals of the season!
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