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It’s already Friday, November 8 in Australia and New Zealand, so customers who pre-ordered a new iMac, Mac mini, or MacBook Pro are beginning to receive their orders.

Apple introduced the new M4 Macs last week, with staggered announcements on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. The ‌iMac‌ is equipped with the M4 chip that we first saw in the iPad Pro, while the ‌Mac mini‌ uses the M4 and the M4 Pro, a new higher-end chip.

The ‌MacBook Pro‌ can be purchased with the M4, M4 Pro, or M4 Max chip in the 14-inch size, or with an M4 Pro or M4 Max chip in the 16-inch size. Apple has bumped up the minimum RAM to 16GB, but starting prices have not changed. For the M4 Pro and M4 Max models, Apple added Thunderbolt 5, which allows for faster transfer speeds.

The ‌Mac mini‌ has a new, slimmed down size that takes up less space on a desk, and the ‌MacBook Pro‌ and ‌iMac‌ got a nano-texture display option that cuts down on glare. The ‌Mac mini‌ is priced starting at $599, the ‌iMac‌ starts at $1,299, and the ‌MacBook Pro‌ starts at $1,599.

New Zealand doesn’t have any Apple retail stores, but Apple Stores in Australia will have stock configurations of the new Macs available for walk-in purchases. Supply constraints are not expected.

Following New Zealand and Australia, sales of the M4 Mac models‌ will begin in Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and finally, North America.Related Roundup: MacBook ProBuyer’s Guide: 14″ & 16″ MacBook Pro (Buy Now)Related Forum: MacBook ProThis article, “M4 Macs Now Arriving to Customers in Australia and New Zealand” first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

It’s already Friday, November 8 in Australia and New Zealand, so customers who pre-ordered a new iMac, Mac mini, or MacBook Pro are beginning to receive their orders.

Apple introduced the new M4 Macs last week, with staggered announcements on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. The ‌iMac‌ is equipped with the M4 chip that we first saw in the iPad Pro, while the ‌Mac mini‌ uses the M4 and the M4 Pro, a new higher-end chip.

The ‌MacBook Pro‌ can be purchased with the M4, M4 Pro, or M4 Max chip in the 14-inch size, or with an M4 Pro or M4 Max chip in the 16-inch size. Apple has bumped up the minimum RAM to 16GB, but starting prices have not changed. For the M4 Pro and M4 Max models, Apple added Thunderbolt 5, which allows for faster transfer speeds.

The ‌Mac mini‌ has a new, slimmed down size that takes up less space on a desk, and the ‌MacBook Pro‌ and ‌iMac‌ got a nano-texture display option that cuts down on glare. The ‌Mac mini‌ is priced starting at $599, the ‌iMac‌ starts at $1,299, and the ‌MacBook Pro‌ starts at $1,599.

New Zealand doesn’t have any Apple retail stores, but Apple Stores in Australia will have stock configurations of the new Macs available for walk-in purchases. Supply constraints are not expected.

Following New Zealand and Australia, sales of the M4 Mac models‌ will begin in Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and finally, North America.

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Apple’s subscription gaming service Apple Arcade is being updated with four new games today, including Wheel of Fortune Daily, Drive Ahead! Carcade, Arkanoid vs Space Invaders+, and Texas Hold’em Poker: Pokerist+.

Wheel of Fortune Daily is modeled after the popular TV gameshow, providing players with a short daily puzzle to solve. Gameplay works like the TV series, starting with a selection of letters and allowing players to spin the wheel and guess additional letters to solve a phrase.

Drive Ahead! Carcade is a multiplayer PVP car battle game where the players smash into each other until just one car is left standing. Arkanoid vs Space Invaders+ is a classic game that has returned to the iPhone via ‌Apple Arcade‌. It merges the gameplay of both Space Invaders and Arkanoid, and the goal is to reflect attacks to destroy enemies and break blocks.

Texas Hold’em Poker: Pokerist lets players compete against others in a series of casino games like Blackjack, Omaha poker, video poker, Split Bet Poker, and Set Poker. There are weekly tournaments and special modes to play.

‌Apple Arcade‌ is priced at $6.99 per month, which gives up to six members of a Family Sharing group unlimited access to ‌Apple Arcade‌ games. ‌Apple Arcade‌ titles do not have ads or in-app purchases.Tag: Apple ArcadeThis article, “Apple Arcade Gains Four New Games” first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

Apple’s subscription gaming service Apple Arcade is being updated with four new games today, including Wheel of Fortune Daily, Drive Ahead! Carcade, Arkanoid vs Space Invaders+, and Texas Hold’em Poker: Pokerist+.

Wheel of Fortune Daily is modeled after the popular TV gameshow, providing players with a short daily puzzle to solve. Gameplay works like the TV series, starting with a selection of letters and allowing players to spin the wheel and guess additional letters to solve a phrase.

Drive Ahead! Carcade is a multiplayer PVP car battle game where the players smash into each other until just one car is left standing. Arkanoid vs Space Invaders+ is a classic game that has returned to the iPhone via ‌Apple Arcade‌. It merges the gameplay of both Space Invaders and Arkanoid, and the goal is to reflect attacks to destroy enemies and break blocks.

Texas Hold’em Poker: Pokerist lets players compete against others in a series of casino games like Blackjack, Omaha poker, video poker, Split Bet Poker, and Set Poker. There are weekly tournaments and special modes to play.

‌Apple Arcade‌ is priced at $6.99 per month, which gives up to six members of a Family Sharing group unlimited access to ‌Apple Arcade‌ games. ‌Apple Arcade‌ titles do not have ads or in-app purchases.

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Belkin today announced the launch of a new Travel Bag for the Apple Vision Pro, with the accessory joining the recently unveiled Belkin-branded Head Strap.

The Travel Bag from Belkin is not quite as large as Apple’s own Vision Pro travel carrier, measuring in at 9 inches by 8 inches by 5 inches. The smaller size will allow the bag to better fit inside a travel bag or backpack, but it is not as small as the WaterField Designs travel case.

Belkin’s Travel Bag has multiple compartments to house the Vision Pro and accessories like the battery, power adapter, and additional headbands like Belkin’s Head Strap. It can be carried using a handle or a strap, and there is cushioning to keep the device safe. The bag comes in gray, so it will presumably stay cleaner than Apple’s white case.

Belkin’s Travel Bag is priced at $99.95, so it is $100 cheaper than Apple’s Travel Case. It can be purchased from the Apple website.

Apple is also selling the Belkin Head Strap, a $49.95 accessory that goes over the top of the head to make the Vision Pro more comfortable to wear by better distributing weight.Tag: BelkinThis article, “Belkin Launches New Travel Bag for Apple Vision Pro” first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

Belkin today announced the launch of a new Travel Bag for the Apple Vision Pro, with the accessory joining the recently unveiled Belkin-branded Head Strap.

The Travel Bag from Belkin is not quite as large as Apple’s own Vision Pro travel carrier, measuring in at 9 inches by 8 inches by 5 inches. The smaller size will allow the bag to better fit inside a travel bag or backpack, but it is not as small as the WaterField Designs travel case.

Belkin’s Travel Bag has multiple compartments to house the Vision Pro and accessories like the battery, power adapter, and additional headbands like Belkin’s Head Strap. It can be carried using a handle or a strap, and there is cushioning to keep the device safe. The bag comes in gray, so it will presumably stay cleaner than Apple’s white case.

Belkin’s Travel Bag is priced at $99.95, so it is $100 cheaper than Apple’s Travel Case. It can be purchased from the Apple website.

Apple is also selling the Belkin Head Strap, a $49.95 accessory that goes over the top of the head to make the Vision Pro more comfortable to wear by better distributing weight.

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Back in October, Sonos ended its moratorium on new product launches and introduced the Arc Ultra, a new version of its popular Arc soundbar. We thought we’d check out the Arc Ultra to see if it’s worth picking up as Sonos still struggles to overcome negative perception of its app.

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Priced at $999, the Arc Ultra brings an upgrade in sound quality compared to the original Arc. It can be paired with the Sub 4, which is also new, for added bass. The Sub 4 isn’t required, and the Arc Ultra sounds great even without it. For audiophiles, the Arc Ultra has 9.1.4 spatial audio with Dolby Atmos, and it is able to produce sound that feels like it’s coming from all around you.

In terms of design, the Arc Ultra has a lower profile than the prior version, but it is a bit longer. It otherwise looks similar, with an HDMI port for eARC, a power button, a Bluetooth button for pairing, Ethernet, and a slider to turn the microphone for the voice assistant on and off. Power and volume can be controlled via a TV remote, but the app is required for other features.

With the Sonos app, you can use TruePlay to fine-tune sound, and there are different levels of speech enhancement for you to select from. Sonos held off on introducing new products after the criticism that it received over its May app overhaul. When the Ultra launched, Sonos CEO Patrick Spence said that the company felt that the app had been improved enough to allow for new hardware.

Sonos has committed to regular app updates, and released an update alongside the new products. The app worked well with the Arc Ultra for setup, but if you’re not a fan of the redesigned layout and the navigation issues that come alongside it, nothing has changed. It is also worth noting that some users have run into a problem with surround sound and TruePlay, which Sonos is working on.

In the Apple ecosystem, the Arc Ultra serves as an AirPlay 2 device so you can use it alongside other ‌AirPlay‌ 2-enabled speakers.

If you’re all-in with Sonos products or if you’re looking for a new soundbar, the Arc Ultra is worth checking out.Tag: SonosThis article, “Hands-On With the Sonos Arc Ultra” first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

Back in October, Sonos ended its moratorium on new product launches and introduced the Arc Ultra, a new version of its popular Arc soundbar. We thought we’d check out the Arc Ultra to see if it’s worth picking up as Sonos still struggles to overcome negative perception of its app.

Priced at $999, the Arc Ultra brings an upgrade in sound quality compared to the original Arc. It can be paired with the Sub 4, which is also new, for added bass. The Sub 4 isn’t required, and the Arc Ultra sounds great even without it. For audiophiles, the Arc Ultra has 9.1.4 spatial audio with Dolby Atmos, and it is able to produce sound that feels like it’s coming from all around you.

In terms of design, the Arc Ultra has a lower profile than the prior version, but it is a bit longer. It otherwise looks similar, with an HDMI port for eARC, a power button, a Bluetooth button for pairing, Ethernet, and a slider to turn the microphone for the voice assistant on and off. Power and volume can be controlled via a TV remote, but the app is required for other features.

With the Sonos app, you can use TruePlay to fine-tune sound, and there are different levels of speech enhancement for you to select from. Sonos held off on introducing new products after the criticism that it received over its May app overhaul. When the Ultra launched, Sonos CEO Patrick Spence said that the company felt that the app had been improved enough to allow for new hardware.

Sonos has committed to regular app updates, and released an update alongside the new products. The app worked well with the Arc Ultra for setup, but if you’re not a fan of the redesigned layout and the navigation issues that come alongside it, nothing has changed. It is also worth noting that some users have run into a problem with surround sound and TruePlay, which Sonos is working on.

In the Apple ecosystem, the Arc Ultra serves as an AirPlay 2 device so you can use it alongside other ‌AirPlay‌ 2-enabled speakers.

If you’re all-in with Sonos products or if you’re looking for a new soundbar, the Arc Ultra is worth checking out.

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High Power Mode is available on the 14-inch MacBook Pro, 16-inch MacBook Pro, and Mac mini models with the M4 Pro chip, according to Ars Technica’s Andrew Cunningham. The feature was previously limited to Macs with Apple’s highest-end “Max” chip, so this is the first time it is available on Macs with a “Pro” chip.

This is the second time that Apple has expanded availability of High Power Mode in as many years. The feature was initially limited to 16-inch MacBook Pro models with M1 Max and M2 Max chips, but Apple made it available on both the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro with the M3 Max chip later last year. Now, the feature is available on even more MacBook Pro models, and on the higher-end Mac mini for the first time.

Apple says High Power Mode allows a Mac’s fans to run at higher speeds, and this additional cooling allows the system to deliver higher performance for graphics-intensive sustained workloads, such as 8K video color grading. On supported Macs, the feature can be used when the computer is running on battery power or connected to a power source.

In his Mac mini review, Cunningham said High Power Mode performance gains were “essentially negligible” despite “considerably increased” fan noise. However, he acknowledged that his tests were short and that High Power Mode could be more beneficial “over many hours of activity.” As mentioned, Apple said the feature is for “sustained” workloads.

From his review:In our tests on the Mac mini, any performance gain from using High Power mode was essentially negligible, so small that we haven’t bothered to make charts showing the difference—there are signs of a very small upward nudge in a couple of GPU tests, but all the CPU tests and many of the GPU tests show differences that are essentially within the margin of error.

While performance is a bit of a wash, fan noise is considerably increased under High Power mode. The Mac mini is mostly inaudible most of the time, the same way most Apple Silicon Macs have been, but under sustained CPU or GPU load, the mini emits a louder whoosh that you’ll definitely hear unless you’re wearing headphones. That could be a sign that, over many hours of activity, High Power mode will produce better or more consistent results than most of our tests, which generally take no more than a few minutes to run. But from where I sit, the benefits of High Power mode in the M4 Pro Mac mini are negligible, and the downside is noticeable. I would generally leave it turned off.On recent macOS versions, High Power Mode can be enabled in the System Settings app under “Battery” or “Energy” by clicking on the dropdown menus next to “On battery” or “On power adapter” and selecting the “High Power” option.Related Roundups: MacBook Pro, Mac miniTag: High Power ModeBuyer’s Guide: 14″ & 16″ MacBook Pro (Buy Now), Mac Mini (Buy Now)Related Forums: MacBook Pro, Mac miniThis article, “Apple Expands High Power Mode to MacBook Pro and Mac Mini Models With M4 Pro Chip” first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

High Power Mode is available on the 14-inch MacBook Pro, 16-inch MacBook Pro, and Mac mini models with the M4 Pro chip, according to Ars Technica‘s Andrew Cunningham. The feature was previously limited to Macs with Apple’s highest-end “Max” chip, so this is the first time it is available on Macs with a “Pro” chip.

This is the second time that Apple has expanded availability of High Power Mode in as many years. The feature was initially limited to 16-inch MacBook Pro models with M1 Max and M2 Max chips, but Apple made it available on both the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro with the M3 Max chip later last year. Now, the feature is available on even more MacBook Pro models, and on the higher-end Mac mini for the first time.

Apple says High Power Mode allows a Mac’s fans to run at higher speeds, and this additional cooling allows the system to deliver higher performance for graphics-intensive sustained workloads, such as 8K video color grading. On supported Macs, the feature can be used when the computer is running on battery power or connected to a power source.

In his Mac mini review, Cunningham said High Power Mode performance gains were “essentially negligible” despite “considerably increased” fan noise. However, he acknowledged that his tests were short and that High Power Mode could be more beneficial “over many hours of activity.” As mentioned, Apple said the feature is for “sustained” workloads.

From his review:In our tests on the Mac mini, any performance gain from using High Power mode was essentially negligible, so small that we haven’t bothered to make charts showing the difference—there are signs of a very small upward nudge in a couple of GPU tests, but all the CPU tests and many of the GPU tests show differences that are essentially within the margin of error.

While performance is a bit of a wash, fan noise is considerably increased under High Power mode. The Mac mini is mostly inaudible most of the time, the same way most Apple Silicon Macs have been, but under sustained CPU or GPU load, the mini emits a louder whoosh that you’ll definitely hear unless you’re wearing headphones. That could be a sign that, over many hours of activity, High Power mode will produce better or more consistent results than most of our tests, which generally take no more than a few minutes to run. But from where I sit, the benefits of High Power mode in the M4 Pro Mac mini are negligible, and the downside is noticeable. I would generally leave it turned off.On recent macOS versions, High Power Mode can be enabled in the System Settings app under “Battery” or “Energy” by clicking on the dropdown menus next to “On battery” or “On power adapter” and selecting the “High Power” option.

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Apple is planning to consolidate the retail space dedicated to the Apple Vision Pro headset in some of its store locations, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman said today.

Most stores have two tables dedicated to the ‌Apple Vision Pro‌, one for display units and one for customer demos. Apple is planning to move both the demo and display sections to a single table, using the extra space to display the new M4 Mac models.

Gurman says that Apple is piloting this new store arrangement, and that the change will only be coming to some locations at this time.

Apple’s plan to dedicate less retail space to the Vision Pro comes just two weeks after The Information said that Apple had reduced Vision Pro production and could stop making the device entirely by the end of 2024. Some factories cut production of Vision Pro components as early as May based on poor sales forecasts.

Estimates suggest that Apple will sell fewer than 500,000 Vision Pro headsets this year, even as the rollout of the device expands to additional countries. Apple suppliers have already produced enough components to manufacture between 500,000 and 600,000 headsets, so Apple does not need additional supply.

Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo believes Apple will iterate on the Vision Pro as soon as 2025, introducing a new headset with a faster M5 chip. Apple is also developing a more affordable version of the Vision Pro, but rumors are mixed on when it might come out.

In a recent interview, Apple CEO Tim Cook said that the Vision Pro is “not a mass-market product” because of its high price, and is instead aimed at early adopters, or “people who want to have tomorrow’s technology today.”Related Roundup: Apple Vision ProBuyer’s Guide: Vision Pro (Buy Now)Related Forum: Apple Vision ProThis article, “Apple Consolidating Vision Pro Demo Areas in Stores Amid Rumors of Slowing Sales and Reduced Production” first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

Apple is planning to consolidate the retail space dedicated to the Apple Vision Pro headset in some of its store locations, Bloomberg‘s Mark Gurman said today.

Most stores have two tables dedicated to the ‌Apple Vision Pro‌, one for display units and one for customer demos. Apple is planning to move both the demo and display sections to a single table, using the extra space to display the new M4 Mac models.

Gurman says that Apple is piloting this new store arrangement, and that the change will only be coming to some locations at this time.

Apple’s plan to dedicate less retail space to the Vision Pro comes just two weeks after The Information said that Apple had reduced Vision Pro production and could stop making the device entirely by the end of 2024. Some factories cut production of Vision Pro components as early as May based on poor sales forecasts.

Estimates suggest that Apple will sell fewer than 500,000 Vision Pro headsets this year, even as the rollout of the device expands to additional countries. Apple suppliers have already produced enough components to manufacture between 500,000 and 600,000 headsets, so Apple does not need additional supply.

Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo believes Apple will iterate on the Vision Pro as soon as 2025, introducing a new headset with a faster M5 chip. Apple is also developing a more affordable version of the Vision Pro, but rumors are mixed on when it might come out.

In a recent interview, Apple CEO Tim Cook said that the Vision Pro is “not a mass-market product” because of its high price, and is instead aimed at early adopters, or “people who want to have tomorrow’s technology today.”

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Apple’s new iMac, Mac mini, and MacBook Pro models launch this Friday, November 8, and we have recapped 10 things you should know about them below.

Both the M2 and M3 MacBook Air now start with 16GB of RAM, meaning that the entire Mac lineup now starts with at least 16GB of RAM.
For the first time, the MacBook Pro has a nano-texture display option.
Apple’s “Center Stage” feature that keeps you centered in the camera’s view as you move around is available on the new iMac and MacBook Pro models, making them the first Macs that offer this feature without needing a connected Studio Display.
All new Macs configured with the M4 Pro or M4 Max chips support Thunderbolt 5, which has theoretical data transfer speeds up to 120 Gb/s.
The new Mac mini is significantly smaller, and it has two USB-C ports and a headphone jack on the front of the computer for the first time.
On the new Mac mini, the power button is located on the bottom of the computer.
The base-model 14-inch MacBook Pro with M4 chip supports two external displays, even when the laptop’s lid is open.
The base-model 14-inch MacBook Pro now has a Space Black color option.
The new iMac and the existing Mac Pro now come with USB-C versions of the Magic Mouse and Magic Keyboard in the box, and a USB-C Magic Trackpad is an optional upgrade. The accessories are also sold separately.
All new MacBook Pro models can reach up to 1,000 nits of display brightness outdoors, without needing to use third-party apps like Vivid.Related Roundups: iMac, MacBook Pro, Mac miniBuyer’s Guide: iMac (Buy Now), 14″ & 16″ MacBook Pro (Buy Now), Mac Mini (Buy Now)Related Forums: iMac, MacBook Pro, Mac miniThis article, “New iMac, Mac Mini, and MacBook Pro Launch Tomorrow: 10 Things You Should Know” first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

Apple’s new iMac, Mac mini, and MacBook Pro models launch this Friday, November 8, and we have recapped 10 things you should know about them below.

Both the M2 and M3 MacBook Air now start with 16GB of RAM, meaning that the entire Mac lineup now starts with at least 16GB of RAM.

For the first time, the MacBook Pro has a nano-texture display option.

Apple’s “Center Stage” feature that keeps you centered in the camera’s view as you move around is available on the new iMac and MacBook Pro models, making them the first Macs that offer this feature without needing a connected Studio Display.

All new Macs configured with the M4 Pro or M4 Max chips support Thunderbolt 5, which has theoretical data transfer speeds up to 120 Gb/s.

The new Mac mini is significantly smaller, and it has two USB-C ports and a headphone jack on the front of the computer for the first time.

On the new Mac mini, the power button is located on the bottom of the computer.

The base-model 14-inch MacBook Pro with M4 chip supports two external displays, even when the laptop’s lid is open.

The base-model 14-inch MacBook Pro now has a Space Black color option.

The new iMac and the existing Mac Pro now come with USB-C versions of the Magic Mouse and Magic Keyboard in the box, and a USB-C Magic Trackpad is an optional upgrade. The accessories are also sold separately.

All new MacBook Pro models can reach up to 1,000 nits of display brightness outdoors, without needing to use third-party apps like Vivid.

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It’s the end of an era (sorta).

Nearly all of Apple’s devices released in 2024 do not come with Apple stickers in the box, including the latest iPad Pro and iPad Air, iPad mini, all iPhone 16 models, Vision Pro, and more. Unboxing videos shared today confirm that this trend has continued with the new iMac, Mac mini, and MacBook Pro models launching this Friday.

Apple has stopped including stickers with its latest devices as part of its goal of removing plastic from its packaging by next year. One exception is the latest MacBook Air, which still comes with Apple stickers in the box, but that will likely no longer be the case once the laptop receives its rumored update to the M4 chip around March next year.

You can still ask to receive Apple stickers for free when purchasing one of these devices in person at an Apple Store, provided they have supply, so the era of Apple stickers is not completely over. You’ll just no longer find them inside the box.This article, “RIP, Apple Stickers (Kind Of)” first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

It’s the end of an era (sorta).

Nearly all of Apple’s devices released in 2024 do not come with Apple stickers in the box, including the latest iPad Pro and iPad Air, iPad mini, all iPhone 16 models, Vision Pro, and more. Unboxing videos shared today confirm that this trend has continued with the new iMac, Mac mini, and MacBook Pro models launching this Friday.

Apple has stopped including stickers with its latest devices as part of its goal of removing plastic from its packaging by next year. One exception is the latest MacBook Air, which still comes with Apple stickers in the box, but that will likely no longer be the case once the laptop receives its rumored update to the M4 chip around March next year.

You can still ask to receive Apple stickers for free when purchasing one of these devices in person at an Apple Store, provided they have supply, so the era of Apple stickers is not completely over. You’ll just no longer find them inside the box.
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Target’s early Black Friday sale has officially begun today, with an online shopping event that will run through Saturday, November 9. There are quite a few major discounts in this sale, including sitewide savings on Beats headphones, TVs, Apple chargers and iPhone cases, home appliances, and more.

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Target’s Black Friday Schedule
Target’s Black Friday sale begins today with this week’s three-day event and thousands of deals available sitewide. Target is also offering a “Deal of the Day” every day through December 24, with many exclusive deals available only to Target Circle members.

Additionally, a new lineup of deals will drop every Sunday in November and last through the following Saturday. All of this leads up to the week of Black Friday, where shoppers can expect even more discounts and offers both in Target stores and online.

Target’s Early Black Friday Sale
Like many retailers, Target’s early Black Friday offerings are wide and varied. You’ll find notable markdowns on video games, appliances, TVs, smart home products, speakers, headphones, and more this week.

SITEWIDE SALETarget’s Early Black Friday Sale

Shoppers should note that some of the deals below do require Target Circle, which does have a free tier and is worth signing up for if you’re interested in any of these offers. Once you’re a member, the deals will be applied automatically at checkout.

Apple Accessories

The best Apple-related deals during this sale are on Apple’s USB-C power adapters and iPhone 16 cases, including both Silicone and Clear options. These Apple deals are today’s Deal of the Day, and will expire later tonight.

20W USB-C Power Adapter – $14.99, down from $19.99
35W Dual USB-C Power Adapter – $39.99, down from $59.99
iPhone 16 Silicone Case – $39.99, down from $49.99
iPhone 16 Clear Case – $39.99, down from $49.99
iPhone 16 Plus Silicone Case – $39.99, down from $49.99
iPhone 16 Plus Clear Case – $39.99, down from $49.99
iPhone 16 Pro Silicone Case – $39.99, down from $49.99
iPhone 16 Pro Clear Case – $39.99, down from $49.99
iPhone 16 Pro Max Silicone Case – $39.99, down from $49.99
iPhone 16 Pro Max Clear Case – $39.99, down from $49.99
Headphones

Beats Solo Buds – $49.99, down from $79.99
JBL Tune Buds – $49.99, down from $99.99
Beats Solo 4 Wireless Headphones – $99.99, down from $199.99
Beats Studio Buds – $99.99, down from $149.99
Beats Fit Pro – $159.99, down from $199.99
Powerbeats Pro – $159.99, down from $249.99
Beats Studio Pro Wireless Headphones – $169.99, down from $349.99
Bose QuietComfort Wireless Earbuds – $229.99, down from $299.99
Bose Ultra Open-Ear True Wireless Earbuds – $249.99, down from $299.99
TVs

32-inch Westinghouse LED Roku Smart TV – $109.99, down from $119.99
40-inch TCL LED Smart Google TV – $139.99, down from $149.99
50-inch VIZIO 4K LED Smart TV – $239.99, down from $269.99
50-inch Samsung 4K Smart TV – $249.99, down from $329.99
43-inch LG 4K Smart TV – $269.99, down from $299.99
65-inch Westinghouse 4K Ultra HD Smart Roku TV – $299.99, down from $399.99
65-inch Samsung QLED 4K Smart TV – $799.99, down from $899.99
Streaming Devices

Roku Express HD – $19.99, down from $29.99
Roku Express 4K+ – $29.99, down from $39.99
Roku Streaming Stick 4K – $34.99, down from $49.99
Fire TV Stick 4K Max – $39.99, down from $59.99
Roku Ultra – $89.99, down from $99.99
More Deals
Keurig K-Mini Go – $49.99, down from $99.99
Instant Pot 9-in-1 Pressure Cooker – $59.99, down from $129.99
Cuisinart Air Fryer Toaster Oven – $99.99, down from $229.99
Ninja Professional Plus Blender – $129.99, down from $149.99
Lenovo Slim 14-inch Chromebook – $139.99, down from $229.99

You can find all the Apple Black Friday Deals currently available in our dedicated post. For everything else, we’re keeping track of all of the season’s best Apple-related deals in our Black Friday roundup, so be sure to check back throughout the month for an updated list of all the most notable discounts you’ll find for Black Friday 2024.

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Target’s early Black Friday sale has officially begun today, with an online shopping event that will run through Saturday, November 9. There are quite a few major discounts in this sale, including sitewide savings on Beats headphones, TVs, Apple chargers and iPhone cases, home appliances, and more.

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Target’s Black Friday Schedule

Target’s Black Friday sale begins today with this week’s three-day event and thousands of deals available sitewide. Target is also offering a “Deal of the Day” every day through December 24, with many exclusive deals available only to Target Circle members.

Additionally, a new lineup of deals will drop every Sunday in November and last through the following Saturday. All of this leads up to the week of Black Friday, where shoppers can expect even more discounts and offers both in Target stores and online.

Target’s Early Black Friday Sale

Like many retailers, Target’s early Black Friday offerings are wide and varied. You’ll find notable markdowns on video games, appliances, TVs, smart home products, speakers, headphones, and more this week.

Shoppers should note that some of the deals below do require Target Circle, which does have a free tier and is worth signing up for if you’re interested in any of these offers. Once you’re a member, the deals will be applied automatically at checkout.

Apple Accessories

The best Apple-related deals during this sale are on Apple’s USB-C power adapters and iPhone 16 cases, including both Silicone and Clear options. These Apple deals are today’s Deal of the Day, and will expire later tonight.

20W USB-C Power Adapter – $14.99, down from $19.99

35W Dual USB-C Power Adapter – $39.99, down from $59.99

iPhone 16 Silicone Case – $39.99, down from $49.99

iPhone 16 Clear Case – $39.99, down from $49.99

iPhone 16 Plus Silicone Case – $39.99, down from $49.99

iPhone 16 Plus Clear Case – $39.99, down from $49.99

iPhone 16 Pro Silicone Case – $39.99, down from $49.99

iPhone 16 Pro Clear Case – $39.99, down from $49.99

iPhone 16 Pro Max Silicone Case – $39.99, down from $49.99

iPhone 16 Pro Max Clear Case – $39.99, down from $49.99

Headphones

Beats Solo Buds – $49.99, down from $79.99

JBL Tune Buds – $49.99, down from $99.99

Beats Solo 4 Wireless Headphones – $99.99, down from $199.99

Beats Studio Buds – $99.99, down from $149.99

Beats Fit Pro – $159.99, down from $199.99

Powerbeats Pro – $159.99, down from $249.99

Beats Studio Pro Wireless Headphones – $169.99, down from $349.99

Bose QuietComfort Wireless Earbuds – $229.99, down from $299.99

Bose Ultra Open-Ear True Wireless Earbuds – $249.99, down from $299.99

TVs

32-inch Westinghouse LED Roku Smart TV – $109.99, down from $119.99

40-inch TCL LED Smart Google TV – $139.99, down from $149.99

50-inch VIZIO 4K LED Smart TV – $239.99, down from $269.99

50-inch Samsung 4K Smart TV – $249.99, down from $329.99

43-inch LG 4K Smart TV – $269.99, down from $299.99

65-inch Westinghouse 4K Ultra HD Smart Roku TV – $299.99, down from $399.99

65-inch Samsung QLED 4K Smart TV – $799.99, down from $899.99

Streaming Devices

Roku Express HD – $19.99, down from $29.99

Roku Express 4K+ – $29.99, down from $39.99

Roku Streaming Stick 4K – $34.99, down from $49.99

Fire TV Stick 4K Max – $39.99, down from $59.99

Roku Ultra – $89.99, down from $99.99

More Deals

Keurig K-Mini Go – $49.99, down from $99.99

Instant Pot 9-in-1 Pressure Cooker – $59.99, down from $129.99

Cuisinart Air Fryer Toaster Oven – $99.99, down from $229.99

Ninja Professional Plus Blender – $129.99, down from $149.99

Lenovo Slim 14-inch Chromebook – $139.99, down from $229.99

You can find all the Apple Black Friday Deals currently available in our dedicated post. For everything else, we’re keeping track of all of the season’s best Apple-related deals in our Black Friday roundup, so be sure to check back throughout the month for an updated list of all the most notable discounts you’ll find for Black Friday 2024.

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Apple in September updated its iCloud terms and conditions with some minor changes, and this week it has been notifying iPhone users that they must accept the revised terms in order to continue using iCloud. Unfortunately, after accepting the new terms, some iPhone users have seen all of their notes disappear in the Notes app.

While some users have turned to social media to panic about all of their notes being gone, thankfully the issue can be fixed by following the steps below.

Open the Settings app.
Tap on your name at the top (aka your Apple Account settings).
Tap on iCloud.
Tap on Notes.
Turn on “Sync this iPhone” (green = on). If it is already on, turn it off and on again.
In the Notes app, wait several minutes for your notes to be restored from iCloud.

We began monitoring this issue earlier this week, but it is unclear what the underlying cause is. Apple did not respond to our request for comment.Related Roundups: iOS 18, iPadOS 18Tag: iCloudRelated Forums: iOS 18, iPadOS 18, Apple Music, Apple Pay/Card, iCloud, Fitness+This article, “How to Fix iPhone Notes Disappearing After Accepting New iCloud Terms” first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

Apple in September updated its iCloud terms and conditions with some minor changes, and this week it has been notifying iPhone users that they must accept the revised terms in order to continue using iCloud. Unfortunately, after accepting the new terms, some iPhone users have seen all of their notes disappear in the Notes app.

While some users have turned to social media to panic about all of their notes being gone, thankfully the issue can be fixed by following the steps below.

Open the Settings app.

Tap on your name at the top (aka your Apple Account settings).

Tap on iCloud.

Tap on Notes.

Turn on “Sync this iPhone” (green = on). If it is already on, turn it off and on again.

In the Notes app, wait several minutes for your notes to be restored from iCloud.

We began monitoring this issue earlier this week, but it is unclear what the underlying cause is. Apple did not respond to our request for comment.

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