Monday, January 24, 2022
Apple has not done enough to appease a regulator's order concerning App Store payment rules affecting dating apps in the Netherlands, a decision that has now cost the company 5 million euros.
Apple is expected to announce "AirPods Pro 2" sometime in 2022 with support for Lossless playback and a new in-ear design. Here's everything we know so far and some exclusive renders of the upcoming earbuds.
Four US attorneys general are suing Google for what they claim is the company "using tricks" to force users to provide location data that it then profits from.
Aqara announces a new curtain motor, we highlight new MagSafe accessories from Belkin and Mophie, Stephen plans his new home network and home theater setup, Andrew reviews the Wemo stage controller, and we answer listener questions in this week's episode of HomeKit Insider.
AppleInsider readers this week can save $75 to $200 on every 2020 13-inch MacBook Pro at Adorama with exclusive coupon discounts. Plus, save $60 on AppleCare and get an additional 5% back with the new Edge Credit Card. Total savings can reach upward of $440 off the latest notebooks bundled with AC and the Edge financing promotion.
Along Black Friday-like pricing on the Apple Silicon Macbook Air, AirPods, and AirPods Pro, Monday's best deals include a Eufy BoostIQ RoboVac for $159 and $73 off an APC Gaming UPS.
At launch, the Macintosh was far from a hit, far from being affordable and even far from being completely workable. Yet, that original model did succeed in forever changing computing not just for its fans, but for the entire world.
Apple's first special event of 2022 is rumored to have an upgraded Mac mini with M1 Pro and M1 Max chip options, a leaker claims.
Google Chrome's much-delayed blocking of third-party cookies is now under fire from German publishers and advertisers, who say it will break EU laws.
Chinese display company BOE is reportedly aiming to supply Apple with OLED LTPO for the higher end "iPhone 15" models in 2023.
Sunday, January 23, 2022
Kensington has updated its popular StudioDock with support for the latest iPad Pro. We test it out once more to see if it's still worth paying for.
SmartMike+ is a tiny Bluetooth wireless lapel mic that offers excellent audio and powerful features but is confusing to use reliably and sometimes bewildering.
The next generation of consumer wireless networking could provide connections with extremely high speeds, with initial demonstrations of Wi-Fi 7 delivering about the same speed as Thunderbolt 3.
Amazon has issued some of 2022's best AirPods deals as we embark on the last week in January. Save up to $100 instantly on every model, including AirPods Pro on sale for $179.99 and AirPods Max discounted to $449.
Apple may not be completely done with its M1 generation of Apple Silicon chips, with a leaker claiming one more configuration is on the way in an "iMac Pro"
Apple offers a lot of choices in the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro lines across a very wide range of prices. Here's what model you should buy based on how much you want to spend.
Apple's next refresh for the iPad Pro could happen in the fall, a leaker claims, and while it is likely to have an M2 chip, there's some doubt about wireless charging.
Speck's Presidio Folio encases your MagSafe charger for on the go but quickly converts into an adjustable stand when needed.
Sunday's best deals include Audio-Technica Bluetooth Earphones for $20, Netgear Orbi Pro Tri-Band Mesh Wi-Fi for $155, and a Sony Alpha A6000 camera and lenses for $1,020.
The Apple Car has encountered another setback, with the loss of another engineering manager from the vehicle project to Meta.
Apple's product lineup for late 2022 will include a massive amount of product launches, it is believed, with many product lines expected to feature updated hardware.
B&H Photo this week is delivering some of the best MacBook deals on M1 13-inch MacBook Pro and MacBook Air models, with savings of up to $150 off retail prices in addition to free expedited shipping.
Saturday, January 22, 2022
Apple is opening up a number of its Apple Stores in the UK to walk-in customers, by dropping a requirement to attend a session with a reservation.
Developers now have more time to change their apps to abide by inbound App Store rules about online virtual group events and in-app account deletion, with a new deadline set for June 30.
A so-called "pink screen" issue is affecting a small number of iPhone 13 units, with a brightly-colored display and crashes thought by Apple support teams to be a software problem, not hardware.
Skydance Media is extending its relationship with Apple TV+, by signing a new multi-year deal to develop and produce a series of Apple Original Films.
Saturday's best deals include a 12.9-inch iPad Pro for $850, a 16TB Seagate hard drive for $292, and a LePow portable monitor for $167.
Friday, January 21, 2022
Apple appears to have reversed course on its decision to require stricter verification for customers on its online education store just a couple of days after implementing it.
Amazon and Facebook parent company Meta spent a record amount of money lobbying the federal government in 2021, while Apple actually decreased its lobbying budget during the year.
Apple takes a moment to highlight its star-studded programming for Apple TV+ in its latest ad featuring Jon Hamm.
Apple has announced that the other half of the second season of its animated musical show "Central Park" will arrive on Apple TV+ on Friday, March 4.
In addition to the massive iPad Pro discount, Friday's best deals include $80 off a 2K 144Hz 27-inch monitor, $40 off Apple's MagSafe Battery Pack, and a $600 75-inch 4K HDR TV.
Apple Fitness+ executive says the idea behind 'Time to Run' was to motivate existing runners move beyond their "everyday neighborhood run."
On this week's episode of the AppleInsider podcast, new models of iPhone SE and iPad Air are preparing to launch, reports claim "Apple Watch Series 8" may come in three sizes, and we discuss the Apple Silicon roadmap for 2022.
Following a change in French law, Apple will no longer be legally required to provide EarPods with its iPhone 13.
Development has reportedly begun at Google on an augmented reality headset, possibly launching in 2024, and aimed at rivalling Apple AR.
Intel is reportedly planning to invest at least $20 billion to create a new processor facility near Columbus, Ohio, continuing chip companies' moves to reduce dependency on other countries.
Equipped with a spacious 1TB SSD, Apple's new 16-inch MacBook Pro is now $200 off in addition to $80 off AppleCare. Units are in stock and ready to ship, beating Apple's mid-March delivery estimate by well over six weeks.
Thursday, January 20, 2022
Apple has released two new ads focusing on the iPhone 13, showcasing the battery life and durability of Apple's latest smartphone.
Wednesday, January 19, 2022
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SmartMike+ review: A tiny, excellent wireless microphone, but with problems
Speck Presidio Folio for MagSafe review: Portable charging convenience
Wemo Stage with Thread review: Finally a reliable HomeKit button
Wemo Smart Video Doorbell review: The new HomeKit doorbell of choice
Trova Go review: A stylish travel lockbox that needs work
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