Here Are The Best Apple Deals You Can Still Get Before Amazon Prime Day Ends
Amazon Prime Day is coming to a close later today, so we're quickly recapping all of the best Apple and Apple-related deals that are still live on Amazon right now. Since many of these products have been on sale for a few days, shipping may be delayed, but they're all at some of the lowest prices we've ever seen.
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Amazon Prime subscription to see these deals. You can get one month of Amazon Prime for free when signing up this week, and afterwards the service will renew at $14.99 per month or $139 per year.
AirPods
The best AirPods-related discounts this Prime Day are on the AirPods Pro 2 ($80 off) and both AirPods Max models (up to $155 off), and all of these are still available right now.
$80 OFF
AirPods Pro 2 for $168.99
$155 OFF
AirPods Max (Lightning) for $394.99
$51 OFF
AirPods Max (USB-C) for $497.99
Apple Watch
Top Apple Watch deals during Prime Day include the Apple Watch SE available from $169.99 and the Apple Watch Ultra 2 in Black for $729.99. Both of these are all-time low prices on each model.
$79 OFF
Apple Watch SE (40mm GPS) for $169.99
$79 OFF
Apple Watch SE (44mm GPS) for $199.99
$70 OFF
Apple Watch Ultra 2 (Black) for $729.99
9th Gen iPad
You can get the 64GB Wi-Fi 9th generation iPad for $199.99 in both colors, down from $329.00. This is a match of the record low price on this version of the 2021 tablet, and it's a deal we haven't seen in a few weeks.
$129 OFF
9th Gen iPad (64GB Wi-Fi) for $199.99
MacBook Air
MacBook Air discounts were abundant this Prime Day, with both M2 and M3 models getting huge markdowns on Amazon. You can still get many of these at all-time low prices today, starting at $749.00 for M2 models and $849.00 for M3 models.
$250 OFF
13-inch M2 MacBook Air (256GB) for $749.00
$250 OFF
13-inch M3 MacBook Air (256GB) for $849.00
Apple Pencil
One of the best accessory deals this week is on the Apple Pencil Pro, now down to $97.00, from $129.00. This is a record low price on the Apple Pencil Pro.
$32 OFF
Apple Pencil Pro for $97.00
Apple Studio Display
Amazon has $306 off the Apple Studio Display for Prime Day, starting at $1,294.99 for the standard glass option. For this model, this is a new all-time low price.
$306 OFF
Apple Studio Display (standard glass) for $1,294.99
Anker
in our dedicated article.
Note: You won't see the deal price until checkout.
$60 OFF
Portable Power Station with Smart Display + Retractable Light for $89.99
SmartTrack Card - $19.99, down from $29.99
10,000 mAh Nano Power Bank with Built-In USB-C Cable - $31.99 with on-page coupon, down from $44.99
20,000 mAh Power Bank with Built-In USB-C Cable - $47.99 with Prime, down from $59.99
MagGo 10,000 mAh Power Bank with Apple Watch Charger - $69.99, down from $79.99
MagGo Power Bank - $69.99 with Prime, down from $89.99
9,600 mAh Power Bank - $79.99 with Prime, down from $89.99
MagSafe Charger Stand 3-in-1 Cube - $129.99, down from $149.99
Twelve South
Amazon is discounting Twelve South's HiRise 3 Deluxe stand to $106.86 for Prime Day, down from $149.99. This is a 3-in-1 accessory that can charge an iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods simultaneously, and this is an all-time low price.
$43 OFF
Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe for $106.86
Level Lock
Level Lock has a huge discount on the HomeKit-compatible Level Lock+ Smart Lock, available for just $129.00 when using the on-page coupon, down from $329.00.
Note: You won't see the deal price until checkout.
$200 OFF
Level Lock+ Smart Lock for $129.00
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AirPods 4 vs. AirPods Pro 2 Buyer's Guide: 20 Differences Compared
Apple's standard AirPods now offer active noise cancellation for an additional $50, bringing them closer in terms of features to the AirPods Pro than ever before, so which should you choose?
Almost three years after the launch of the first-generation AirPods Pro, Apple unveiled the second-generation model alongside the iPhone 14 lineup. Although the second-generation AirPods Pro feature the same design as their predecessor, they improve on features like Active Noise Cancellation, in-ear detection, and battery life, while introducing new functionality like Adaptive Transparency, volume adjustment touch controls, and precision finding.
Siri" command support – just like the AirPods Pro 2. For an additional $50, the similarities with the AirPods Pro go even further with active noise cancellation, Transparency mode, Adaptive Audio, Conversation Awareness, support for Apple Watch chargers, and a speaker in the case for Find My.
Should you consider purchasing one of the fourth-generation AirPods models, or do you need the higher-end AirPods Pro, which sell for $249? Our guide helps to answer the question of how to decide which of these sets of AirPods is best for you.
AirPods
AirPods With ANC
AirPods Pro
Open-ear fit
Open-ear fit
In-ear fit with silicone ear tips (four size options)
Optical in-ear sensors
Optical in-ear sensors
Skin-detect sensors
Force sensor controls
Force sensor controls
Force sensor and touch controls for volume adjustment
Active noise cancellation
Up to 2x more effective active noise cancellation
Transparency mode
Transparency mode
Adaptive Audio
Adaptive Audio
Conversation Awareness
Conversation Awareness
Conversation Boost
Loud Sound Reduction
Hearing Protection (coming fall 2024)
Hearing Test (coming fall 2024)
Hearing Aid (coming fall 2024)
Up to five hours of listening time with a single charge
Up to five hours of listening time with a single charge
Up to six hours of listening time on a single charge
Compact charging case
Compact charging case
Wider charging case
Lanyard loop
Capacitive pairing button
Capacitive pairing button
Physical pairing button
Speaker in charging case for Find My
Speaker in charging case for Find My
U1 chip for Precision Finding
Charging Case compatible with USB-C only
Charging Case compatible with Apple Watch chargers, Qi wireless charging mats, and USB-C
Charging Case compatible with MagSafe chargers, Apple Watch chargers, Qi wireless charging mats, and USB-C
$129
$179
$249
AirPods Max, which already offer ANC, and are looking for an additional pair of headphones to use while working out or on the go, the fourth-generation AirPods are also a good choice.
You should only buy the AirPods Pro if you are happy with its in-ear fit, which provides better sound quality and active noise cancellation, but can be somewhat uncomfortable for prolonger periods of time. While the fourth-generation AirPods do now offer ANC, it is not as effective as that of the AirPods Pro due to the lack of an in-ear fit, so if noice cancellation is your main priority, the AirPods Pro 2 are still the best choice.
In addition to better sound quality and ANC, the AirPods Pro 2 also offer slightly longer battery life, Conversation Boost, touch controls for volume, MagSafe charger compatibility, Precision Finding with the U1 chip, and a lanyard loop, as well as hearing protection, testing, and aid features via an upcoming software update. Many users will be able to justify the additional $70 to get the AirPods Pro as a result. Nevertheless, the fourth-generation AirPods are still a solid option for most average customers and will be better for those who do not like the AirPods Pro's in-ear silicone tips.
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Best Buy and Samsung Introduce Prime Day-Like Sales With Big Savings Sitewide
Amazon's second Prime Day of the year ends later today, and a few retailers have been hosting their own 48-hour discount events to compete with Prime Day. Below we've collected deals from Best Buy and Samsung, including some of the best prices of the year on popular monitors and other products. Similar to Prime Day, both of these sales are planned to end later tonight.
Best Buy
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Best Buy, you'll find many of Amazon's Prime Day discounts being matched for all shoppers. This includes the 9th generation iPad, M2 and M3 MacBook Air, M3 MacBook Pro, AirPods Max (Lightning), and more. We've collected these deals in the list below, but be sure to check out the full sitewide sale at Best Buy before it ends later today.
SITEWIDE SALE
Best Buy 48-Hour Flash Sale
9th gen iPad (64GB Wi-Fi) - $199.99 ($130 off)
AirPods Max (Lightning) - $399.99 ($150 off)
13-inch M2 MacBook Air (256GB) - $749.00 ($250 off)
13-inch M3 MacBook Air (256GB) - $849.00 ($250 off)
14-inch M3 MacBook Pro (512GB) - $1,299.00 ($300 off)
discounts across the Beats headphones lineup, with record low prices on the Beats Studio Pro at $169.99 ($180 off), Beats Studio Buds at $79.99 ($70 off), Beats Solo 4 at $99.99 ($100 off), and Beats Fit Pro at $149.99 ($50 off). In total, you can get up to $180 off Beats headphones during the 48-hour sale.
Best Buy's sale features discounts on TVs, laptops, video games, appliances, smartphones, sound bars, Bluetooth speakers, and much more.
Samsung
Samsung's Prime Day-like sale is offering deals on everything from robot vacuums to Galaxy smartphones and The Frame TVs. There are a few monitor deals during this event as well, but the best sales on Samsung's most popular monitors are still available on Amazon.
$320 OFF
Samsung 32-inch Smart Monitor M80D for $379.99
$780 OFF
Samsung 27-inch ViewFinity S9 5K Monitor for $819.99
Monitors
34-inch Odyssey Curved Gaming Monitor - $309.99, down from $549.99
49-inch Odyssey G9 Curved Gaming Monitor - $799.99, down from $1,299.99
34-inch OLED Curved Smart Gaming Monitor - $649.99, down from $1,199.99
49-inch Odyssey OLED G9 Curved Gaming Monitor - $1,079.99, down from $1,799.99
55-inch Odyssey Ark 2nd Gen Curved Gaming Monitor - $1,799.99, down from $2,999.99
57-inch Odyssey Neo G9 Curved Gaming Monitor - $1,599.99, down from $2,499.99
TVs
The Frame TV - Save up to $700
70-inch QLED 4K QE1C TV - $989.99, down from $1,799.99
55-inch Neo QLED 4K Smart TV - $1,199.99, down from $1,499.99
55-inch Samsung Neo QLED 4K TV - $1,099.99, down from $1,999.99
65-inch OLED S90C TV - $1,299.99, down from $2,599.99
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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Will a HomePod Mini 2 Launch This Year?
Apple released the HomePod mini nearly four years ago, so you may be wondering when the speaker will receive hardware upgrades.
Below, we recap rumors about a next-generation HomePod mini.
would begin in the second half of 2024. However, it is unclear if that info is still accurate, as there have not been any recent HomePod mini rumors from credible sources.
Kuo did not reveal any new features planned for the next HomePod mini, but plausible upgrades could include a newer S-series chip for more advanced computational audio, a second-generation Ultra Wideband chip for a lower-latency Handoff experience, and new color options. The current HomePod mini is equipped with an S5 chip and a U1 chip.
replaced with a virtually-identical Midnight finish in July.
rumored October event, or it could be introduced in a press release on the Apple Newsroom website at any point over the coming months.
HomePod mini roundup for more details about the speaker.
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Apple Studio Display Drops to Record Low Price of $1,294.99 for Prime Day
Amazon today has the Apple Studio Display for $1,294.99 during Prime Day, down from $1,599.00, which is a new all-time low price on the monitor. This is the standard glass version of the Studio Display with the tilt adjustable stand, and Amazon also has a few other models on sale as well.
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$1,294.99, down from $1,599.00, while the tilt- and height-adjustable stand model is available for $1,699.99, down from $1,999.00. In regards to the VESA model, this is another new all-time low price on the display.
$304 OFF
Standard Glass Apple Studio Display for $1,294.99
$1,594.99, down from $1,899.00, which is a second-best price on the Studio Display with nano-texture glass.
The Studio Display features a 27-inch 5K Retina display with a 5120 x 2880 resolution and up to 600 nits of brightness. Apple says that the standard display is engineered for "extremely low reflectivity," but for rooms where there is a lot of glare, Apple suggests the nano-texture glass option with even less reflectivity.
Apple-related discounts for Prime Day, as well as accessory deals, in our dedicated posts. Keep up with all of this week's best discounts on Apple products and related accessories in our dedicated Apple Deals roundup.
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The Best Prime Day Deals on TVs, Monitors, Charging Accessories, and More
Yesterday we highlighted some of the best Apple-related product discounts that you can find on Amazon during Prime Day, and now we're focusing on third-party accessory markdowns during the event. In this article you'll find all the best accessories for charging, smart homes, smartphones, and more.
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Amazon Prime membership to get Prime Day deals. You can sign up for a free 30-day trial of Prime on Amazon if you're a new customer; afterwards the service runs for $14.99/month or $139/year.
Twelve South
$106.86 for Prime Day, down from $149.99. This is a 3-in-1 accessory that can charge an iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods simultaneously, and this is an all-time low price.
$43 OFF
Twelve South HiRise 3 Deluxe for $106.86
Anker
Prime Day deals have hit Anker's most popular portable batteries, Bluetooth speakers, wall chargers, USB-C hubs, and portable power stations. We've collected some of the best Anker discounts in the list below, but be sure to browse Amazon for even more sales.
Misc
SmartTrack Card - $16.88, down from $29.99
Soundcore Motion 300 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker - $59.99, down from $79.99
Portable Batteries
10,000 mAh Nano Power Bank with Built-In USB-C Cable - $31.99, down from $44.99
20,000 mAh Power Bank with Built-In USB-C Cable - $44.99, down from $59.99
MagGo 10,000 mAh Power Bank with Apple Watch Charger - $63.99, down from $79.99
MagGo Power Bank - $62.99, down from $89.99
9,600 mAh Power Bank - $59.99 with Prime, down from $89.99
Nano Power Bank with Built-In USB-C Cable - $35.99, down from $49.99
Prime Power Bank 20,000 mAh with 100W Charging Base - $119.99 with on-page coupon, down from $184.99
Wireless Chargers
MagSafe Charger Stand 3-in-1 Cube - $111.95, down from $149.99
MagGo 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station - $71.99, down from $99.99
MagGo 3-in-1 Folding Charging Station - $83.99, down from $109.99
Power Stations
Portable Power Station with Smart Display + Retractable Light - $99.99, down from $149.99
SOLIX C800 Power Station with Camping Lights - $449.00, down from $649.00
SOLIX C1000 Power Station - $479.00, down from $999.00
SOLIX C1000 Power Station with Solar Panel - $799.00, down from $1,549.00
SOLIX F2000 Power Station - $1,099.00, down from $1,999.00
SOLIX F2000 Power Station with 200W Solar Panel - $1,299.00, down from $2,549.00
SOLIX F2000 Power Station with 400W Solar Panel - $1,599.00, down from $2,899.00
SOLIX F3800 Power Station with 400W Solar Panel - $3,099.00, down from $4,899.00
Wall Chargers
20W USB-C Charger - $9.99, down from $16.99
100W 3-Port USB-C Charger - $39.99, down from $74.99
6-in-1 Nano Charging Station - $45.99, down from $65.99
Prime 67W 3-Port Charger - $39.99, down from $65.99
Hubs
4-Port USB-C Hub - $9.99, down from $19.99
10-in-1 USB-C Hub - $45.99, down from $149.99
Jackery
Jackery's Prime Day deals include a large selection of portable power stations at big discounts.
Explorer 100 Plus with Solar Panel - $169.00, down from $229.00
Solar Generator with Mini Solar Panel - $249.00, down from $349.00
Solar Generator 300 Plus - $399.99, down from $499.00
Explorer 1000 Plus Expansion Battery - $479.00, down from $599.00
Explorer 500 - $479.00, down from $799.00
Explorer 2000 Plus Expansion Battery - $999.00, down from $1,599.00
Explorer 3000 Pro Generator - $1,799.00, down from $2,799.00
Explorer 2000 Plus Solar Generator + Expansion Battery + Solar Panels - $2,899.00 with on-page coupon, down from $5,199.00
Solar Generator 2000 Plus Kit - $3,599.00 with on-page coupon, down from $6,799.00
Beats
$79.00, down from $149.95. The newer Beats Studio Buds+ are on sale for $129.99, down from $169.95.
UP TO 51% OFF
Beats Headphones for Prime Day
$169.99, down from $349.99, which is a new record low price. You can also get the Beats Solo 4 Headphones for $99.99, down from $199.99 and the Beats Fit Pro for $149.99, down from $199.99.
Monitors
Samsung's popular 32-inch Smart Monitor M8 (Model M80D) is down to the best price we've ever seen it on Amazon, available for $399.99, down from $699.99. This is the newest model of the Smart Monitor M8, and it beats the previous low price by $100.
$320 OFF
Samsung 32-inch Smart Monitor M80D for $379.99
$780 OFF
Samsung 27-inch ViewFinity S9 5K Monitor for $819.99
$819.99, down from $1,599.99.
Belkin
Auto Tracking Stand Pro – $134.99 from $179.99
BoostCharge 2-in-1 Magnetic Foldable Wireless Charger with Qi2 15W – $49.99 from $69.99
BoostCharge Pro 10K Power Bank with Integrated Cables – $49.29 from $69.99
SoundForm Bolt True Wireless Earbuds – $29.99 from $39.99
SoundForm Flow True Wireless Earphones – $59.99 from $89.99
BoostCharge Pro 2-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charging Pad with Qi2 15W – $49.99 from $79.99
BoostCharge Pro 3-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charging Stand with Qi2 15W – $99.99 from $129.99
BoostCharge Pro3-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charging Pad with Qi2 15W – $87.99 from $109.99
BoostCharge Pro Convertible Magnetic Wireless Charging Stand with Qi2 15W – $42.74 from $59.99
BoostCharge Pro 2-in-1 Wireless Charging Dock with MagSafe 15W – $95.99 from $119.99
TVs
50-inch Vizio 4K Smart TV - $427.48, down from $629.99
55-inch TCL 4K Smart TV - $498.00, down from $699.99
55-inch The Frame 4K TV - $997.99, down from $1,499.99
65-inch LG C3 OLED 4K TV - $1,296.99, down from $1,499.99
65-inch LG G3 OLED 4K TV - $1,846.99, down from $2,799.99
Amazon Devices
Of course, some of the best discounts can be found on Amazon's own line of products. This includes Kindle e-readers, Blink security cameras, Fire tablets, and more.
Echo Dot - $22.99, down from $49.99
Echo Show 8 - $84.99, down from $149.99
Kindle - $79.99, down from $99.99
Fire HD Kids Tablet - $109.99, down from $189.99
Blink Outdoor 4 Camera - $159.99, down from $399.99
Google Nest Thermostat
$84.99, down from $129.99 during Prime Day. This is one of the lowest prices we've seen for the Nest Thermostat, and it's available at this price in two colors.
$45 OFF
Nest Thermostat for $84.99
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Here's Why You Shouldn't Use iPhone Mirroring on a Corporate Mac
Apple's new iPhone Mirroring feature in macOS Sequoia might seem like a convenient way to access your phone from your work computer, but security firm Sevco has uncovered a significant privacy risk that should make employees think twice before enabling this feature on company-owned Macs, at least for now.
According to a new blog post by Sevco, the core issue lies in how iPhone Mirroring interacts with macOS's file system and metadata. When activated, the feature creates "app stubs" for iOS applications in a specific directory on the Mac:
/Users//Library/Daemon Containers//Data/Library/Caches/
These app stubs contain metadata about the iOS apps, including icons, application names, dates, versions, and file descriptions. While they don't include the full executable code, they provide enough information for macOS to treat them as installed applications.
The problem arises because many enterprise security and IT management tools routinely scan Macs for installed software. These tools often use macOS's built-in metadata system, which now includes these iOS app stubs. As a result, personal iPhone apps can inadvertently appear in corporate software inventories.
Sevco demonstrated this issue using the macOS command line tool mdfind, which interfaces with the Spotlight search subsystem:
mdfind "kMDItemContentTypeTree == com.apple.application" | grep Daemon
When executed in a Terminal window that has been granted full disk access without setting up iPhone Mirroring, the command returns a normal list of macOS applications. But when executed in that same Terminal window after setting up iPhone Mirroring, it also returns personal iOS applications and metadata.
For employees, this means that apps they use privately could become visible to their employer's IT department without their knowledge or consent. This could potentially reveal sensitive personal information, such as dating apps, health-related apps, or VPNs used in countries with restricted internet access.
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Leaked M4 MacBook Pro Appears for Sale on Russian Classifieds Site
In a continuation of the latest unprecedented leak, Apple's yet-to-be-announced M4 MacBook Pro has reportedly surfaced on Avito, a popular Russian classified ads website. The development follows recent videos from Russian YouTube channels showcasing what appears to be the unreleased laptop model.
According to reports on social media, the listing on Avito advertised a 14-inch MacBook Pro featuring the next-generation M4 chip. The device was supposedly configured with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage, and offered in a new Space Black finish – a color currently exclusive to the M3 Pro and M3 Max MacBook Pro models. The asking price was said to be around 720,000 rubles (approximately $7,500), which is significantly higher than current MacBook Pro models.
Notably, it appears that multiple units of the unreleased MacBook Pro were offered for sale, suggesting a batch was stolen from a Chinese warehouse and somehow made it into Russia. The listing reportedly included a note stating that the price changes daily and buyers should confirm before purchase. However, as of now, these listings have been removed from the platform, which prohibits the sale of "nonexistent" products.
unboxing videos shared by Russian YouTube channels over the weekend. These videos purportedly show the upcoming MacBook Pro, revealing potential upgrades such as a three Thunderbolt port 4 for the base model (up from two previous-generation TB3 ports) and 16GB of RAM as the new minimum memory configuration.
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has suggested that Apple may introduce M4-powered Macs as soon as the end of October, with a potential release date of November 1.
iPhone 4 prototype was accidentally left at a bar in California.
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Here Are All of the Apple Intelligence Features in iOS 18.1
Apple will soon release iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1, and these updates will bring the first Apple Intelligence features for compatible iPhones, iPads, and Macs.
Not all of the Apple Intelligence features that Apple has in the works are coming in the iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1 updates, and there will be Apple Intelligence capabilities added in future iOS 18.2, iOS 18.3, and iOS 18.4 updates.
We've rounded up everything Apple Intelligence-related that will be included in the iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1 updates when the software comes out later this month.
Note that Apple Intelligence is still being refined and perfected, and when it launches, it will launch in a beta capacity.
Writing Tools
Proofread text checks for spelling and grammar errors, including word choice and sentence structure. You can accept all suggestions with a tap or go through them one by one with explanations.
Rewrite cleans up what you've written and shifts the tone without impacting your content. Options include Friendly, Professional, and Concise.
You can select text and get a summary of it with Apple Intelligence. You can choose to create a paragraph, pull out key points, make a list, or create a table. Summaries are available in Mail, Messages, and more.
iPhone, iPad, or Mac and use Apple Intelligence to access Writing Tools for summaries and other features.
Siri
There's a new glow around the edges of the display when Siri is activated, applicable to iPhone, iPad, and CarPlay. On Mac, the Siri window can be placed anywhere. The glow animates responsively to the sound of your voice so you can tell when Siri is listening without interrupting other things you're doing.
A double tap at the bottom of the display brings up the Type to Siri interface so you can type requests instead of speaking them. On Mac, you need to press the Command key twice to bring up Type to Siri. Type to Siri includes suggested requests so you can get your questions answered faster.
Siri can maintain context between requests so you can ask a question and then reference it in a second reply. If you ask about the temperature in Raleigh, for example, and then follow up with "what's the humidity?" Siri should know you mean in Raleigh.
If you stumble over your words when speaking to Siri, or change what you're saying mid-sentence, Siri will follow along.
Siri has Apple's product knowledge and support base for answering questions about your device's features and settings, and can even find settings when you don't know the exact name by using natural language search.
There is a summarize button for summarizing any of your incoming emails, plus you will see a brief summary of an email in your inbox list rather than the first few lines of the email.
Mail surfaces time sensitive messages first when applicable, putting them at the top of your inbox so you see what's important right away.
Smart Reply provides quick-tap responses to emails that you've been sent, with contextual options based on what's in the email.
Multiple notifications from Mail will be summarized on your Lock Screen so you can see what's in an email without opening the app.
Messages
Messages has Smart Reply options for incoming texts, which analyze the content of messages to offer suggestions of what you might want to say.
Multiple Messages notifications are summarized on your Lock Screen.
You can use all of the Writing Tools features in the Messages app for proofreading and refining what you're planning to send.
Photos
You can create a Memory Movie with just a description, such as "My cat in 2024," or "Orlando in the summer." The feature automatically picks relevant photos and chooses songs, but you can tweak through the Memory Mixes feature or choose a mood to guide the direction of the audio. You can also add in specific scenes and images you want to see throughout the memory when you're creating the prompt.
Natural language search is available in Photos, so you can just describe what you're looking for, such as "Eric rollerskating while wearing green."
Search can also find specific moments in video clips.
Search offers up smart complete suggestions for narrowing down what you might want to find.
Clean Up
The Photos app also includes "Clean Up," a feature that lets you remove unwanted objects from your photos. The Clean Up tool in the Photos app is able to automatically detect objects in an image that might not be wanted, but you can also tap, circle, or brush over an unwanted object to remove it.
Zooming in on an image can help with using a finger as a brush to remove smaller blemishes and issues with an image, and it is intelligent enough not to remove part of a person even if a person or main subject is selected.
Clean Up works on all images in the Photos library, including older images and images captured by other devices like a point and shoot camera or a DSLR.
Transcription Summaries
In Notes and other apps, you can record audio and get a transcript along with a summary of your transcript, which is useful for recording lectures and other audio. Transcription isn't an Apple Intelligence feature, but summaries are.
Focus Modes
There is a dedicated Reduce Interruptions Focus Mode that only shows you important notifications that need attention while filtering out everything else.
When customizing an existing Focus mode or creating a new one, there is a new toggle to turn on Intelligent Breakthrough and Silencing. This option allows important notifications to interrupt you, while muting notifications that are not important, which is the same thing that the Reduce Notifications Focus does. You can override the notification settings for specific apps and people, which is how it worked prior to iOS 18.1.
Notification Summaries
Your incoming notifications are summarized so you can see what's new for each app at a glance.
Phone
Summaries of transcriptions generated from your phone calls are supported in iOS 18.1. The iOS 18.1 update adds the option to record a phone call and get a transcription, which is not an Apple Intelligence feature. What does require Apple Intelligence, though, is getting a summary from that transcription without reading through the entire thing.
Note that you can start a recording by tapping on the record button in the upper left corner of the display when on a phone call. All participants are notified that the call is being recorded before the recording starts.
Recorded phone calls are stored in the Notes app, where you can tap in to view a transcript and get a summary generated from that transcript.
Safari
When reading an article in Reader Mode, there is an option to have Apple Intelligence summarize the article for you.
App Store
The App Store supports natural language and descriptive app tags to make it easier to find exactly what you're looking for.
Apple Intelligence Report
In the Privacy and Security section of the Settings app you can access an Apple Intelligence Report that lets you export your Apple Intelligence data as part of Apple's promise for transparency around Apple Intelligence. Face ID is required to access and export Apple Intelligence data.
Apple Intelligence Waitlist
When iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1 are released, you will need to go to the Settings app and join the Apple Intelligence waitlist. Apple is using a waitlist mechanic to ensure that behind the scenes downloads go smoothly and that the system isn't overloaded.
While on the waitlist, Apple devices download necessary files for on-device processing, and the waitlist should only take a few hours at most. The waitlist is on a per-account basis, so you only need to sign up for it on one device to have access on multiple devices.
Apple Intelligence Compatibility
The iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1 betas are only available to registered developers with an eligible device. Devices that cannot run Apple Intelligence will not see the update.
All iPhone 16 models
iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max
All Apple silicon iPads
All Apple silicon Macs
Apple Intelligence Availability
Apple Intelligence is only available in U.S. English at this time, and it is not available to developers in the European Union or China. Device region and language need to be set to the United States.
Apple Intelligence Launch Date
iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1 are expected to be released on Monday, October 28.
Apple Intelligence Features Coming Later
iOS 18.2, which we should get before the end of the year, is expected to bring support for ChatGPT integration with Siri, Image Playground, and Genmoji.
iOS 18.3, coming sometime around January, could bring some new Siri features, but that's not yet guaranteed.
iOS 18.4 is expected to have the bulk of the Siri Apple Intelligence features including support for on-screen awareness for responding to what's on your display, better per-app controls and app integration, and personal context for more personalized responses to queries. We'll likely get iOS 18.4 around March.
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Apple's Shift Toward More Staggered Releases Could Bring More Innovation and Less Predictability
Apple appears to be slowly moving away from regular, timed hardware and software releases that come on an annual basis, instead favoring more of a staggered product release cycle, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman highlighted in his most recent Power On newsletter.
Gurman suggests that Apple Intelligence is evidence that Apple is "ever-so-slightly" moving away from a big fall launch for its hardware and software products. iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia debuted without any Apple Intelligence features, despite the fact that Apple Intelligence was a key focal point of iOS 18 at the Worldwide Developers Conference, and heavily advertised for the new iPhone 16 models.
Instead, the first Apple Intelligence features will come out in October in an iOS 18.1 update, and Apple plans to add new Apple Intelligence capabilities in iOS 18.2, iOS 18.3, and iOS 18.4. Everything that Apple highlighted in June 2024 won't be available until well into 2025.
Apple has delayed some software features in the past, introducing them in later updates, but with Apple Intelligence, Apple announced everything well in advance and made it clear that the software updates would roll out over time.
pull iPadOS 18 for the new M4 iPad Pro models after it was released, plus it had to remove beta versions of watchOS 11.1 and the HomePod Software 18.1 because the software was causing significant issues.
iPhone, but there are signs that it is holding updates on some other products. There was no new version of the Apple Watch SE this year (and it seems to be on a 3-year update cycle as of now), nor did Apple introduce a new Apple Watch Ultra, instead adding a new color for the Ultra 2.
new MacBook Air models, new iPad Air models, and a new iPhone SE early in 2025, with a Mac Studio to follow in mid-2025 and a Mac Pro to come later.
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The 10 Best Apple Deals Under $100 for Prime Day
As Prime Day continues today, we're highlighting all of the best Apple deals you can get for under $100 on Amazon. This includes Apple Pencil, AirTags, iPhone cases, USB-C chargers, and more.
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every Apple deal available during Prime Day in our dedicated post. Remember that you'll need an Amazon Prime membership to get Prime Day deals, and you can sign up for Prime on Amazon if you don't have the service yet.
$30 Or Under
In the cheapest category, you can get Apple's 20W USB-C Power Adapter for $14.99, down from $19.00 and the AirTag 1 Pack for $24.99, down from $29.00.
$4 OFF
20W USB-C Power Adapter for $14.99
$4 OFF
60W USB-C Woven Cable (1m) for $15.99
$4 OFF
AirTag 1 Pack for $24.99
$50 Or Under
For accessories priced between $30 and $50, there are a few sales on Amazon for Prime Day. You can get the 35W Dual USB-C Port Power Adapter for $39.99, down from $59.00, as well as discounts on iPhone 16 cases.
$6 OFF
1-meter MagSafe Charger for $32.78
$19 OFF
35W Dual USB-C Power Adapter for $39.99
$11 OFF
iPhone 16 Pro Silicone Case for $37.99
$11 OFF
iPhone 16 Pro Max Silicone Case for $37.99
$100 Or Under
Lastly, we're tracking a few deals on Apple products that are just under $100 for Prime Day. You can get an AirTag 4-Pack for $79.99 ($19 off), an Apple Pencil Pro for $98.00 ($31 off), and USB-C Apple Pencil for $67.00 ($11 off).
$19 OFF
AirTag 4 Pack for $79.98
$11 OFF
Apple Pencil USB-C for $67.00
$31 OFF
Apple Pencil Pro for $98.00
big Prime Day post where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the event. Remember that you'll need an Amazon Prime membership to get Prime Day deals. You can sign up for Prime on Amazon if you don't have the service yet.
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Four New Games Coming to Apple Arcade, Including Wheel of Fortune
Apple today in an emailed press release announced four new games coming to Apple Arcade on November 7, including Wheel of Fortune Daily, which is based on the iconic TV show. The other three games coming next month include Drive Ahead! Carcade, Arkanoid vs Space Invaders+, and Texas Hold'em Poker: Pokerist+.
Developed by Frosty Pop, Wheel of Fortune Daily will be available in Apple Arcade across the iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro. The game features classic Wheel of Fortune bonus puzzles, where the player starts with the letters R, S, T, L, N, and E, chooses three more consonants and a vowel, and attempts to solve the puzzle.
"Wheel of Fortune Daily turns America's Game® into a simple, short, daily experience you can enjoy anytime and anywhere," the game's description says.
Accessible through the App Store, Apple Arcade is a subscription-based service that provides access to hundreds of games, all free of ads and in-app purchases. In the U.S., Apple Arcade costs $6.99 per month and is bundled in Apple One plans.
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The 10 Best Apple Deals Under $100 for Prime Day
As Prime Day continues today, we're highlighting all of the best Apple deals you can get for under $100 on Amazon. This includes Apple Pencil, AirTags, iPhone cases, USB-C chargers, and more.
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every Apple deal available during Prime Day in our dedicated post. Remember that you'll need an Amazon Prime membership to get Prime Day deals, and you can sign up for Prime on Amazon if you don't have the service yet.
$30 Or Under
In the cheapest category, you can get Apple's 20W USB-C Power Adapter for $14.99, down from $19.00 and the AirTag 1 Pack for $24.99, down from $29.00.
$4 OFF
20W USB-C Power Adapter for $14.99
$4 OFF
60W USB-C Woven Cable (1m) for $15.99
$4 OFF
AirTag 1 Pack for $24.99
$50 Or Under
For accessories priced between $30 and $50, there are a few sales on Amazon for Prime Day. You can get the 35W Dual USB-C Port Power Adapter for $39.99, down from $59.00, as well as discounts on iPhone 16 cases.
$6 OFF
1-meter MagSafe Charger for $32.78
$19 OFF
35W Dual USB-C Power Adapter for $39.99
$11 OFF
iPhone 16 Pro Silicone Case for $37.99
$11 OFF
iPhone 16 Pro Max Silicone Case for $37.99
$100 Or Under
Lastly, we're tracking a few deals on Apple products that are just under $100 for Prime Day. You can get an AirTag 4-Pack for $79.99 ($19 off), an Apple Pencil Pro for $98.00 ($31 off), and USB-C Apple Pencil for $67.00 ($11 off).
$19 OFF
AirTag 4 Pack for $79.98
$11 OFF
Apple Pencil USB-C for $67.00
$31 OFF
Apple Pencil Pro for $98.00
big Prime Day post where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the event. Remember that you'll need an Amazon Prime membership to get Prime Day deals. You can sign up for Prime on Amazon if you don't have the service yet.
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Waiting for a New Apple TV? Here's What the Latest Rumors Say
The current Apple TV was released two years ago this month, so you may be wondering when the next model will be released.
Below, we recap rumors about a next-generation Apple TV.
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported that a new Apple TV was planned for release in the first half of 2024:
Beyond the future smart displays and new speaker, Apple is working on revamping its TV box. A new version with the current design is in the works for the first half of next year with a faster processor, the people said.
The first half of 2024 passed by without a new Apple TV, so that rumor has expired.
Gurman said "stable inventory" of the Apple TV suggested that a new model was not on the "immediate horizon" after all:
While the company has been working on an update to the Apple TV set-top box for as early as this year, no new model has come to fruition and stable inventory of the device suggests a new version isn’t on the immediate horizon.
All in all, there is no longer a clear timeframe for the next Apple TV. If you are considering purchasing an Apple TV, we recommend at least waiting until October is finished, just in case a new model is announced this month like in 2022.
Here is when the previous five Apple TV models were announced:
Third-generation Apple TV 4K: October 2022
Second-generation Apple TV 4K: April 2021
First-generation Apple TV 4K: September 2017
Apple TV HD: September 2015
Third-generation Apple TV: March 2012
faster processor than the current A15 Bionic chip, and even lower pricing. Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo suggested that the next Apple TV could have a sub-$100 starting price. In the U.S., the current Apple TV is available with 64GB or 128GB of storage for $129 and $149, respectively.
adding a built-in camera to a future model. tvOS 17 added a FaceTime app to the Apple TV, allowing for users to have video calls by using the rear camera on a connected iPhone or iPad. If the Apple TV gained a built-in camera, users would no longer need to rely on an external device for video calls on the TV.
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iFixit Releases New USB-Powered Tool to Remove iPhone 16's Battery
The batteries inside the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus use an innovative type of adhesive that can be loosened with low-voltage electrical current. Apple's official repair guide recommends using a 9V battery with alligator clips for this process, but DIY repair website iFixit has released a new USB-powered tool as an alternative solution.
As reported by The Verge, iFixit is now selling a VoltClip tool that is essentially a pair of alligator clips with an integrated USB-C adapter. With a USB-C to USB-C cable, which is not provided, you can connect the tool to any USB-C charger or device that supports 9V or 12V output. iFixit has a step-by-step guide with complete instructions.
The adhesive debonding process takes roughly 60 to 90 seconds.
available for $10.95 on iFixit's online store in the U.S., with same-day shipping available on orders placed before 1 p.m. Pacific Time each day.
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Apple Watch SE Drops to Just $169.99 for Prime Day
Prime Day deals are rolling in today, and now we're tracking the return of all-time low prices on the second generation Apple Watch SE. If you want a full list of all the best Prime Day discounts on Apple products, our dedicated article has sales on AirPods, MacBooks, iPads, and more.
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$169.99 today on Amazon, down from $249.00. This is an all-time low price on the wearable. This deal is available in all three aluminum color options, and only Amazon has the discount.
$79 OFF
Apple Watch SE (40mm GPS) for $169.99
$79 OFF
Apple Watch SE (44mm GPS) for $199.99
$199.99 on Amazon, down from $279.00. This is another best-ever price on the Apple Watch SE for Prime Day.
$219.99 for the 40mm cellular Apple Watch SE, down from $299.00. The 44mm cellular Apple Watch SE has hit $249.99, down from $329.00, and both of these are record low prices.
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Apple TV+'s 'Severance' to Get Rare Blu-Ray Release Ahead of Season 2
Apple TV+'s acclaimed sci-fi series "Severance" is set to receive a rare Blu-ray release this December, just ahead of the much-anticipated second season (via Blu-ray.com).
Severance premiered on Apple TV+ in February 2022. It was an immediate hit upon its debut, quickly gaining attention for its unique premise and dark tone. The show follows Mark Scout (played by Adam Scott) and his colleagues at Lumon Industries, where employees undergo a procedure called "severance." This process separates their work and personal lives by splitting their memories in two, creating a stark division between their identities inside and outside of work.
The release of the first season on Blu-ray on December 17, 2024 will allow fans and collectors to own a physical copy of the series for the first time. The launch marks one of the rare occasions where an Apple TV+ show will be available outside the streaming platform and on physical media.
While Apple TV+ offers a growing catalog of original content, physical media releases have been infrequent. Unlike some streaming platforms that have embraced physical distribution of their most successful series, Apple typically retains a tight hold on its streaming exclusives. In the case of Severance, the release is being handled by Fifth Season, one of the co-production companies involved in the making of the show. Apple itself is not directly responsible for the Blu-ray's distribution.
available to pre-order on Amazon now for $42.98. It is worth noting that the release is only in Full HD (1080p), without the option of UHD (4K). Season two of Severance is set to be released exclusively on Apple TV+ on January 17, 2025.
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Apple Says Final iPod Nano and iPod Shuffle Models Are Now Obsolete
Apple today added the final iPod nano and iPod shuffle models to its obsolete products list worldwide, marking the end of an era.
Apple introduced new color options for the seventh-generation iPod nano and fourth-generation iPod shuffle in 2015, and those models are now obsolete in particular. Apple went on to discontinue the iPod nano and iPod shuffle entirely in 2017.
Apple considers a device to be "obsolete" once seven years have passed since the company stopped distributing it for sale. Once a device is obsolete, it is no longer eligible for repair at an Apple Store or Apple Authorized Service Provider, with the only exception being MacBook battery replacements for up to a 10-year period.
Apple also added the iPhone 6 to its obsolete products list today. Apple had already classified the larger iPhone 6 Plus as obsolete in April, but the smaller iPhone 6 had remained available through resellers in select countries for longer, so it only became obsolete now.
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Prime Day Deals Arrive for Entire M3 MacBook Air Lineup
Amazon Prime Day is live and it includes a huge sale across the MacBook Air lineup, including both the M2 and M3 MacBook Air models. We already covered the M2 MacBook Air deals available for Prime Day, so this article will focus entirely on M3 models.
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13-Inch M3 MacBook Air
Amazon is taking $250 off the 13-inch M3 MacBook Air with multiple all-time low prices for Prime Day. You can get the 256GB 13-inch M3 MacBook Air for $849.00 in every color, down from $1,099.00. Both 512GB models are on sale as well with best-ever prices.
$250 OFF
13-inch M3 MacBook Air (256GB) for $849.00
$250 OFF
13-inch M3 MacBook Air (8GB/512GB) for $1,049.00
$250 OFF
13-inch M3 MacBook Air (16GB/512GB) for $1,249.00
15-Inch M3 MacBook Air
Amazon also has the 15-inch M3 MacBook Air for up to $275 off during Prime Day. These start at $1,044.00 for the 256GB 15-inch M3 MacBook Air, down from $1,299.00, and again include both 512GB models. Overall, every 15-inch M3 MacBook Air deal from Amazon this week represents all-time low prices on each model.
$255 OFF
15-inch M3 MacBook Air (256GB) for $1,044.00
$265 OFF
15-inch M3 MacBook Air (8GB/512GB) for $1,234.00
$275 OFF
15-inch M3 MacBook Air (16GB/512GB) for $1,424.00
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iPad Mini 7 Coming Next Month: What to Expect
Rumors strongly suggest Apple will release the seventh-generation iPad mini in November, nearly two years after the last refresh. Here's a roundup of what we're expecting from the next version of Apple's small form factor tablet, based on the latest rumors and reports.
Design and Display
The new iPad mini is likely to retain its compact 8.3-inch display and overall design introduced with the sixth generation. However, one rumor suggests Apple may address the "jelly scrolling" issue by rotating the screen assembly. This change would be made to minimize the noticeable lag when scrolling vertically in portrait orientation, which is a point of frustration for some users of the current model.
Performance Boost
While the iPad Pro and iPad Air now boast M-series chips, the iPad mini 7 is expected to stick with the A-series. It's likely to feature either the A17 Pro chip from the iPhone 15 Pro or the A18 chip found in the iPhone 16. This upgrade should provide a significant performance boost over the A15 Bionic in the current model, as well as provide support for Apple Intelligence features.
Connectivity Improvements
The new iPad mini is almost certain to include Wi-Fi 6E support, allowing connection to the 6GHz band on compatible routers. Bluetooth 5.3 is also expected, bringing the latest wireless connectivity standards to the compact tablet. Cellular models may transition entirely to eSIM, potentially eliminating the physical nano-SIM slot.
Camera Enhancements
Apple might relocate the front-facing camera to the landscape edge, as seen in the latest iPad Air. This change could improve the video calling experience, especially when using the device in landscape orientation. The camera may also receive upgrades like HDR 4 support and a wider aperture.
Apple Pencil Compatibility
The iPad mini 7 will likely support the Apple Pencil Pro, which introduced features like squeeze gestures, haptic feedback, and Find My integration. Apple Pencil Pro hover functionality may also be included.
Color Options
While the current iPad mini is available in space gray, starlight, pink, and purple, the new model may adopt a color palette similar to the iPad Air. This could mean the introduction of blue and the removal of pink from the lineup.
Release and Availability
With supplies of the current iPad mini dwindling in stores, a November release seems increasingly likely. Indeed, well-connected Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman recently said that Apple could release a new iPad mini alongside new M4 Macs in early November, potentially on the first day of the month. The new model is likely to maintain similar pricing to its predecessor, starting at $499 for the Wi-Fi model.
Future iPad Models
Rumors suggest that Apple is developing a foldable iPad mini and incorporating OLED display technology into the device, though neither of these updates are anticipated for 2024. An OLED display or a foldable iPad mini is not expected to arrive until 2026, 2027, or possibly even later.
Summing Up
By all accounts, Apple's iPad mini 7 will be a modest yet meaningful upgrade, bringing Apple Intelligence support as well as performance and usability enhancements, rather than a dramatic redesign. As always, we'll have to wait for Apple's official announcement to confirm these details.
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