12-30-25 -

Apple's cautious AI approach could pay off in 2026, report speculates
Against the backdrop of long-overdue Siri features, a new report argues that Apple's cautious AI approach could be one of its biggest advantages in 2026.Apple's approach to AI could pay off in 2026, according to a new report.Apple's artificial int...

12-30-25 -

Andrew O'Hara's 2025 desk setup: A full studio with ample storage and power
2025 was largely a year of minimal changes in my desk setup, with most of my gear holding over from years past. There were a few upgrades though, helping to smooth out video production and media storage.My 2025 desk setup with Apple's Studio Displ...

12-30-25 -

Ford insists it will continue to support Apple CarPlay
While some car manufacturers are turning their back on CarPlay, Ford is still committed to Apple's in-car software, and won't be shifting away anytime soon.Apple CarPlay used in an infotainment system in a car. Apple CarPlay is a sensitive topic f...

12-30-25 -

Andrew's best tech in 2025: Aqara G5 Pro, 25W Qi2.2, & Anker laptop battery
Based on the ever-churning rumor mill, it sounds like 2026 is going to be a banner year for tech fans. That said, I still found a bunch of great gear in 2025 to tide me over from Apple Home devices to chargers.Some of my favorite devices to releas...

12-30-25 -

Apple Watch 'Quit Quitting' ad spots want you to escape your sofa
Apple's latest ad spot collection urges people to "Quit Quitting," by showing Apple Watch users running away from furniture.Apple Watch 'Quit Quitting' ads - Image Credit: Apple/YouTubeWith the start of 2026 on the horizon, many people t...

12-30-25 -

Best year-end Apple deals: AirTag $19, Apple Watch Ultra 2 $549, $799 MacBook
Amazon's year-end sale is in full swing, with steeper discounts issued on Apple AirTag, the closeout Apple Watch Ultra 2, and more.Grab year-end Apple deals at Amazon, with prices starting at $19 - Image credit: AppleWhether you're looking to pick...

12-30-25 -

Zombie Roombas still Matter to HomeKit with support upgrades
Despite the impending sale of iRobot, some Roomba models are still getting updates, with a few getting last-minute Matter support and HomeKit integration.A Roomba - Image Credit: iRobotRoomba has taken a hit in 2025, with a drop in sales amid inte...

12-30-25 -

Marko's best tech of 2025 -- iPad Pro, and an unexpected MacBook Pro
With the holiday season finally here, it's time to talk about the tech products we found most useful in 2025. Here are my top picks of the year.Three Apple products that have proven themselves useful in 2025.Technology has made its way into virtua...

12-29-25 -

Amazon slashes Apple Watch Series 11 to $299 heading into the new year
If you're embarking on a new fitness journey for 2026, keep track of your steps and monitor sleep patterns with the Apple Watch Series 11, which is now on sale for $299.Save $100 on a variety of Apple Watch Series 11 styles at Amazon - Image credi...

12-29-25 -

Limited-edition AirTags, gift cards up for grabs in Apple's New Year sale in ...
Apple's New Year sale in Japan once again provides a limited edition AirTag to iPhone buyers, as well as a free Apple gift card.Apple Japan's sales images, including the limited-edition AirTag engraving - Image Credit: AppleLike other retailers in...

12-29-25 -

'Pluribus' bomb drops: studio notes changed the finale & Tim Cook's cookies
Sony and Apple though that "Pluribus" had a dull ending, which led to the atomic bomb delivery, and a promotional effort using Tim Cook's social media came under fire over an erroneous assumption about AI.Apple TV show "Pluribus&qu...

12-29-25 -

Year-end deal: Save $400 on this M4 Max 16-inch MacBook Pro
Amazon has slashed $400 off Apple's premium M4 Max 16-inch MacBook Pro during its year-end sale, with units in stock for fast delivery.Save $400 on a well-equipped 16-inch MacBook Pro.If you're looking to purchase a new laptop before the end of th...

12-29-25 -

The fall of Roomba, CES 2026 preview, & the best smart tech of 2025 on HomeKi...
On this week's episode of the HomeKit Insider podcast, your host rounds up his favorite devices of 2025, recaps the fall of iRobot, and previews what to expect at CES 2026.HomeKit Insider PodcastThis was a light week for the news, as expected, bei...

12-29-25 -

Apple Car Key could make its way to Tesla vehicles
The Apple Wallet app may soon gain digital Car Key support for Tesla vehicles, according to newly discovered code references.Tesla could roll out Apple Car Key support.Since 2020, the Car Key feature has let iPhone and Apple Watch owners unlock an...

12-29-25 -

Detroit's Apple Developer Academy costly to taxpayers, not a runaway success
The Apple Developer Academy in Detroit apparently isn't an outright success for some, with a report painting it as an expensive project that doesn't quite live up to the job-search hype. The truth is a bit more complex.An Apple Developer Academy f...

12-29-25 -

Apple assembly partner victim of a supply chain cyberattack
A Chinese assembler working for Apple was the target of cyberattacks in December, with the event potentially causing product line details to be leaked to attackers.Manufacturing for AppleApple's massive supply chain is a prime target for hackers k...

12-29-25 -

Amber's ever-unchanging desk setup: low tech, but not no tech
Amber's work setup hasn't changed much over the years — there's still an iMac, a MacBook Air, and an iPad Air, and that's just the way she likes it.Amber's desk, which largely remains unchanged year-to-yearI'll pull back the curtain on my person...

12-28-25 -

Year-end price war: Apple's 1TB M5 MacBook Pro drops to $1,649
Amazon and B&H are engaged in a year-end MacBook Pro price war, with the 1TB M5 14-inch model falling to $1,649.Retailers are engaged in a MacBook Pro price war today.You can save $150 on the 1TB M5 MacBook Pro today at both Amazon and B&H...

12-28-25 -

How to prepare a tech emergency kit before the next blackout hits
Long outages catch people off guard, but a few smart tools make it easier to stay charged, informed, and reachable while you wait for the power to return.Maintaining a tech emergency kit is crucialYou know how it goes — power outages are becomin...

12-28-25 -

Crime blotter: Man sought who used stolen credit card at Apple Store
An iPhone and a Rolex are stolen in Austin, there's a protest at a Portland Apple Store, and Cellebrite use surfaces in the Epstein files.San Luis Obispo Apple StoreThe latest in an occasional AppleInsider series, looking at the world of Apple-rel...

12-28-25 -

How we work: Malcolm Owen's double-keyboard desk setup
Malcolm's workspace hasn't changed that much by initial appearances, but he has gradually changed how he works to include game development. And this time, there are two keyboards.Malcolm Owen's desk (and whiteboards) of 2025I have been in the tech...

12-28-25 -

UK $2 billion App Store ruling appealed -- again
Despite losing a previous appeal, Apple has now applied to the UK's Court of Appeal over "guesswork" that means it is being fined $2 billion for App Store practices.Big Ben's clocktower - Image Credit: Amar Saleem/PexelsIn November 2025,...

12-27-25 -

Amazon drops Apple's iPad 11 down to $299 during year-end sale
Amazon's year-end iPad sale sees prices dip to as low as $299, with discounts of up to $200 off.Grab year-end deals on iPads at Amazon.Amazon's year-end Apple sale includes a return of the $299 iPad 11-inch, reflecting a $50 discount off retail on...

12-27-25 -

Malcolm's best tech in 2025: iPhone Air, Powerbeats Pro 2, and a cheap UPS
While 2025 has been a busy year, Malcolm Owen's top picks of the best items range from the future-centric iPhone Air design to the modern Beats Powerbeats Pro 2, to the plain simplicity of owning a UPS.iPhone Air [left], Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 [mi...

12-27-25 -

More original AirPods test colors revealed
A new leak has added to the list of colors Apple is known to have tried out before releasing its all-white AirPods charging cases back in 2016.Purported test colors for 2016's original AirPods charging cases — image credit: KosutamiIt is an unbe...

12-27-25 -

How to use Apple Games & Game Center for cross-device play & cloud saves
Apple has a way for videogamers to keep progress and friends synced, leveraging iCloud to do it. Here's how to get the most out of Apple Games and Game Center.How to use Apple Games & Game CenterApple's revamped gaming tools let players jump b...

12-26-25 -

Amazon slashes $250 off M4 MacBook Air models, prices from $749
Amazon's year-end MacBook Air sale slashes $250 off a variety of M4 models, including configs with 24GB RAM.Save $250 on a variety of M4 MacBook Air models with year-end savings - Image credit: AppleAmazon's cheapest M4 MacBook Air deal is back fo...

12-26-25 -

Wes Hilliard's best tech in 2025: Apple Vision Pro, Invites, & e-bikes
It's been another busy year in tech, and while there were some interesting innovations, a few devices stand out for Wesley Hilliard. Here are his picks for his top tech in 2025.Tech has had an interesting year, and Apple Vision Pro is the capThere...

12-26-25 -

New LG GM9 5K mini LED display adopts AI scaling, anti-blooming tech
Global brand LG is launching a new line of high resolution monitors ahead of CES 2026, including two gaming monitors, and one model particularly suited to Mac users.LG's new line of UltraGear evo monitorsFor the initial round of monitors under the...

12-26-25 -

This AI video enhancer for Mac fixes blur, reduces noise, and upscales to 4K
Aiarty Video Enhancer can remove noise, reduce blur, and enhance your old videos to become watchable in beautiful 4K on your modern devices.Image source: AiartyAs content creators on Mac know, improving footage isn't always simple. We've all faced...

12-26-25 -

Sergey Brin thought he had his Steve Jobs moment with the failed Google Glass
Looking back on Google Glass, Google co-founder Sergey Brin thought he was "the next Steve Jobs," a mindset that pushed the device out the door before it was ready for consumers.Sergey Brin wearing Google GlassSmart glasses are back, tho...

12-26-25 -

How to buy a refurbished iPhone without getting burned
Buying refurbished tech is one of the easiest ways to save cash, cut waste, and still score a great iPhone, but, if you're not careful, you can lose your money. Here's what to look out for, and how to keep yourself safe.iPhone 15 ProI personally l...

12-26-25 -

Ride1Up Portola e-bike review: A foldable e-bike geared towards the everyman
The Ride1Up Portola takes some getting used to even if you're coming from another e-bike, and is an excellent blend of features, performance, and price.Ride1Up PortolaI love biking. I've talked about this extensively in the past.In 2023, I receive...

12-26-25 -

First half of 2025 in review on the AppleInsider Podcast
It's been a busy year for Apple and alongside this week's news, it's time to look at just what happened when — from Apple Intelligence woes to brand new devices.First of two special AppleInsider Podcast episodes looking back over Apple's 2025T'w...

12-25-25 -

Deal alert: AirPods Pro 3 are back on sale for $199 ($50 off)
Amazon's $199 AirPods Pro 3 deal is back, saving shoppers $50 on Apple's newest earbuds.Grab AirPods Pro 3 at the best $199 price.Apple AirPods Pro 3 are back on sale for $199.49 at Amazon, beating Black Friday pricing by $20.Buy AirPods Pro 3 for...

12-25-25 -

The best advanced iPad board game ports for the strategy gamer in your life
Board games go far beyond Monopoly. More advanced digital board games can turn any get-together — or quiet night in — into an easy, portable way to play with friends and family across iPhone, iPad, and Macs.Best board games for iOS, iPadOS | I...

12-25-25 -

Get a 10% bonus on top of competitive payouts for your used iPhone
If you received an iPhone as a gift for the holidays, trading in your used iPhone can free up cash for charging accessories, cases, and more.Get a 10% bonus on your iPhone trade-in - Image credit: GazelleInstead of stressing over where to sell you...

12-25-25 -

Amber's best tech in 2025: Apple TV, mesh Wi-Fi, and an eBike
Amber's favorite tech of 2025 isn't flashy or futuristic — it's the gear that quietly works so well that you could almost forget it exists.Ride1Up Roadster V2Season's greetings, folks. I suppose it's my turn to share my favorite bits of tech tha...

12-24-25 -

Merry Christmas and happy holidays from AppleInsider
While we'll still be here looking for news and bringing you the best deals, we at AppleInsider would like to wish you a peaceful and happy holiday season. Thank you for being with us throughout 2025.Jony Ive helped design the decorations for this ...

12-24-25 -

The best classic iPad board games to play with your family & friends
Apple's App Store hosts official iPad-optimized versions of classic board games that preserve traditional rules while adding modern multiplayer support.Photo by Suzy Hazelwood from PexelsThese apps are designed for the iPad's larger display rather...

12-24-25 -

Twelve South PlugBug with Find My review: The ultimate travel charger
The Twelve South PlugBug with Find My is easily my favorite travel charger and boasts the title of the first charger to integrate with Apple's native device-tracking technology.Twelve South PlugBug with Find My review: My go-to travel chargerPerso...

12-24-25 -

Tim Cook doubles Nike stake to $6M, Wall Street takes notice
Apple CEO Tim Cook is doubling down on his Nike stock ownership, with his purchase of close to $3 million in shares seen as an endorsement of the sports brand's turnaround strategy.Tim Cook's custom-made sneakers from May's iPad Pro launch - Image...

12-24-25 -

Leaker battle: iPhone Air 2 will ship in 2026, and not wait until 2027
As is typically the case about a year out, the 2026 iPhone lineup is in flux, as one leaker contradicts reports that the second-generation iPhone Air won't arrive until 2027.iPhone AirThe iPhone Air is viewed by analysts as a model that hasn't liv...

12-24-25 -

Year-end Apple Watch Series 11 deals deliver prices as low as $299
Year-end price drops continue this week at Amazon, with the Apple Watch Series 11 now available for $299 after a $100 discount.Save $100 on the Apple Watch Series 11.Amazon's $299 deal matches the record-low price on the 2025 release, making it a ...

12-24-25 -

Samsung moves closer to producing iPhone 18 camera sensors in Texas
Samsung has taken the next step before it makes iPhone image sensors in the U.S., with new hiring and equipment installation underway at its Taylor, Texas, factory.Image credit: SamsungSamsung is gearing up to install production equipment at its T...

12-24-25 -

Steep US tariffs on Chinese chip imports won't hit Apple until 2027
The United States will hold off on raising its new tariff on Chinese semiconductor imports until June 2027, delaying the financial hit on Apple's component sourcing efforts for Mac, iPhone, and other products.Tim Cook and Donald Trump in a meeting...

12-23-25 -

Beyerdynamic Aventho 300 review: Vanilla, for better and worse
Beyerdynamic is a huge name in the world of headphones. But the Aventho 300 a rare entry into the wireless market, and they have a lot to do to compete with premium headphones like AirPods Max.Beyerdynamic Aventho 300 review: The Nordic Grey makes...

12-23-25 -

End-of-year blowout deals: Save up to $550 on Apple's MacBook Pro
End-of-year MacBook Pro deals are live, with prices starting at $1,299 and discounts of up to $550 off.Save up to $550 on MacBook Pro laptops with year-end deals.Amazon and B&H are driving prices far below retail, including a $1,349 entry poin...

12-23-25 -

Texas judge says Apple doesn't have to check App Store ages
Apple has been granted a temporary reprieve from needing to adhere to a Texas law forcing it to verify the ages of App Store users in the state.Texas created a law forcing Apple to age-check all App Store users in the state from January 1On Januar...

12-23-25 -

Apple's AI team is bigger than reported & strategy reinforced with latest res...
The slow restructure of the Apple Intelligence team across 2025 reflects changes in internal strategy around AI rather than an individual failure. Here's how it all comes together for the 2026 relaunch.Apple Intelligence is about to relaunch with ...