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Report: Apple's upcoming smart home tablet won't be as expensive as feared
Apple is apparently having its new Homepad manufactured in Vietnam and is targeting a price of $350.
The Macalope
Tired of ads on your Echo Show? Buy a HomePod
Amazon turns up the volume on ads as its smart speaker strategy flops.
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Apple issues mystery AirPods firmware 8A358 update ahead of iOS 26.1
There are no details on what the firmware does, but it's available for all models with the H2 chip.
Deal
The Beats Studio Pro drop to an insane $170 on Prime Day
This October Prime Day sale, Amazon slashed the price of the Beats Studio Pro to $170.
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Don't miss these Apple AirPods deals in the October Prime Day sale: ending at midnight
We'll track the deals so you can save big on a new pair of Apple AirPods, earbuds or headphones.
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AirPods 4 drop to their best price for Prime Day
October Prime Day brings us back the best prices for the AirPods 4 earbuds.
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These new Beats are the perfect Cosmic companion
Beats' newest earbuds come as a sport-ready refresh that makes the Beats Fit Pro feel new again. And they look good in orange.
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AirPods Max 2 rumors and release date: When will Apple update the AirPods Max?
It's almost five years since Apple introduced the AirPods Max? Here's what might be coming in the next generation.
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AirPods Pro 3 superguide: What's new and what's not
Here's everything new offered by the AirPods Pro 3, as well as the features you also get with the AirPods Pro 2.
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PSA: You can't use AirPods Pro 3 eartips on AirPods Pro 2
Apple made the new eartips incompatible with the old AirPods, and there's a good reason.
Deal
The brand-new AirPods Pro 3 already have their first discount at Amazon
Amazon somehow has these earbuds for $239 instead of their regular $249.
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Buying a pair of AirPods Pro 3? Stop and read this first!
A discounted pair of AirPods Pro 2 is a better deal for many customers.
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It looks like Amazon will keep selling the AirPods Pro 2 for $199
Amazon still lists the old model on its AirPods page with a new price.
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AirPods Pro 3 tester 'blown away' by heart rate sensing accuracy
DC Rainmaker's data points show that the AirPods Pro 3 is one of the only in-ear devices that are comparable to clinical-grade heart-rate monitors.
Deal
Make your AirPods Pro 2 fit just like AirPods Pro 3 for less than $19
The comfy Comply foam eartips are cheaper than they've ever been.
More Color
There's a lot of new Apple stuff. Here's what's actually worth buying
Some products really jump out at me as more impressive and intriguing than others.
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: What you need to know about every 'Awe Dropping' Apple release
Apple held its big “Awe Dropping” and the biggest announcement was the iPhone 17 Air. We talk about the new iPhone and the rest of Apple’s announcements on this episode of the Macworld Podcast.
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AirPods Pro 3: A trio of big upgrades I can't wait to try first
New health features and Live Transcription make Apple's new earphones more useful than ever.
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Report: AirPods Pro 3 will have ‘better fit’ but no ‘major’ audio upgrades
The update arriving at today’s event will have a heart-rate sensor, according to Mark Gurman.
Updated
Apple's iPhone event is today, here's what to expect
Apple's September iPhone launch event is Tuesday. Find out what time the it will start, what Apple will launch and everything else.
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Report: A higher-end AirPods Pro 3 is coming next year
IR cameras are believed to replace the touch controls on the earbuds.
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: Apple 'Awe dropping' iPhone event preview
On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about the products we expect to see: the iPhone 17 lineup, new Apple Watches, the new AirPods Pro 3, and more.
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The upcoming AirPods Pro 3 will reportedly be missing one key feature
Tipster claims live translation won't be ready in time for launch.
News
Upcoming AirPods Pro 3 rumored to get an exclusive AirPods 4 feature
Apple's new high-end earbuds may get the new, slimmer case that was introduced last year.
Deal
AirPods 4 drop another $10 to within pennies of their all-time-low price
You can get the newest AirPods for just $90 at Amazon.
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Apple’s busy fall pipeline reportedly includes several long-overdue updates
New HomePod mini, AirPods Pro, and Apple TV on the way.
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7 AirPods Pro 2 features you won't believe your earbuds can do
Apple’s popular earbuds are jam-packed with cool features in iOS 18 and iOS 26.
Deal
Grab this AirPlay 2-enabled Sonos Move 2 for $100 off before prices go up
The Sonos Move 2 is an ideal speaker for iPhone users and it's cheaper than ever today.
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AirPods live translation feature likely coming to older iPhones too
iOS 26 code suggests you won’t need the iPhone 17 to use AirPods’ live translation feature.
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Surprise new AirPods feature will make sure they don't run out of juice
The latest beta adds a new indicator light when your case gets too low.
Deal
AirPods 4 are back under $100 in this insane Amazon deal
Grab the best budget earbuds for the best-ever price.
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Odd iOS 26 phrasing hints at 'HomePad' launch
Software warns that your HomePod won't be able to show you the local weather or time. Strange!
Deal
AirPods 4's lowest price ever is back—with or without ANC
If you missed Prime Day last week, this is your chance to grab AirPods 4 again at a steep discount.
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The iconic Beats Pill wireless speaker is an absolute steal for under $100
Amazon cuts $50 off the price for Prime Day.
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Amazon Prime Day 2025: When is Prime Day and how to get the best deals
Prime Day is here from July 8-11, bringing tons of discounts, including sales on our favorite Apple tech.
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Rare Prime Day sale knocks this must-have AirPods Pro upgrade down to just $20
Comply memory foam tips will make your AirPods Pro more comfortable, secure, and sound better.
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Wow Wow Wow! AirPods Pro 2 are $150 for the first time ever!
Take $100 off Apple’s best earbuds in this Prime Day sale.
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iOS 26 feature that turns off headphones when you fall asleep isn't limited to AirPods
The upcoming feature appears to work on Beats headphones as well as AirPods.
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Unreleased Apple product revealed by mysterious code reference
An audio product is in the pipeline. AirPods Pro 3, or something else entirely?
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Apple’s 2025 roadmap is missing a major product badly in need of an update
AirPods Pro might go more than three years between releases.
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Hey AirPods users, you can soon beta-test new features coming this fall
In July you'll be able to try out the studio-quality recording and camera remote features announced at WWDC last week.
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iOS 26 hints at upcoming AirPods Pro 3 release
The new iPhone operating system contains code that mentions the yet-to-be-released earphones.
Deal
The fantastic AirPods Pro 2 drop to their best price of the year
Get ready for all the new features coming out of WWDC with a great price on Apple's best earbuds.
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Surprise, your original HomePod isn't obsolete yet
Apple won’t abandon the 1st-gen model with HomePod Software 26, report claims.
Deal
The fantastic Sonos Ace drop to $329, their best price ever
Amazon is selling Sonos' headphones for $329, the bet price we've ever seen.
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These 7 features will elevate AirPods Pro 3
The AirPods Pro 2 are great, but there’s still room for improvement.
Deal
The Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 gets $50 discount in first price drop
The Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 is on sale for less than $200 at Amazon.
Updated
Best AirPods deals this month
Find bargain deals for the AirPods, AirPods Pro, and AirPods Max.
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The AirPods 4 are cheaper than ever just in time for Mother's Day
The AirPods 4 have dropped to a brand new best price of $99.
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