Apple’s low-cost MacBook might lack these features

Apple’s new low-cost MacBook is set to have a number of compromises to help bring the cost of the machine down. A new rumor today outlines at least some of those compromises in detail …

The rumor originated on today and appears to be based on a code leak from an unreleased build of macOS Tahoe. Because the source is unproven, we’d treat this with skepticism for the time being. Still, it’s worth noting the claims for posterity’s sake.

Here are the alleged limitations


Apple reveals US chipmaking behind-the-scenes process

This week Apple announced an acceleration of its US manufacturing efforts, including some Mac mini production coming stateside . Now today , the company has offered a behind-the-scenes look at its US chipmaking process.

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App Store gaming revenue hit $52.5B in 2025, topping Google Play and Steam combined: report

Sensor Tower has published a new report with a comprehensive review of how mobile gaming performed in 2025, and its outlook for the year to come. Here are the details.

Last month, Sensor Tower published its State of Mobile 2026 report, noting that, for the first time, consumers spent more on apps than on games in 2025, despite a collective 444,630,000,000 total hours spent gaming worldwide and a 1

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tvOS 26.4: Three new changes are coming for Apple TV 4K

tvOS 26.4 is currently in beta testing, with a launch expected next month . Here are three new changes that tvOS 26.4 will bring for Apple TV 4K users.

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Deals: M3 iPad Air $250 off, Apple Watch Ultra 3 up to $159 off, ZAGG Pro 2 Apple Pencil 62% off, more

Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is ready to roll starting off with a particularly notable deal on this 512GB 13-inch M3 iPad Air – these things are rarely ever better than $150 off, but this one is $250 off right now if you’re quick. We also spotted a chance for folks to land the latest black Apple Watch Ultra 3 at as much as $159 off the list price right now alongside an ongoing shot at


Spotify’s newest feature makes playlists sound better

There’s some serious competition happening right now between music streaming services to make transitions between songs sound better. Spotify’s new Smart Reorder feature continues that push.

Spotify is giving Premium subscribers the ability to intelligently reorder songs in a playlist based on two factors that will improve flow between songs: beats per minute and key.

Smart Reorder automatically taps into these music elements so tracks on a playlist with similar speed and sound can stay together and offer smoother transitions.

Here’s how the feature looks in action:

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iOS 26.4 beta 2 changes and features: hints at upcoming upgrades [Video]

Although it lacked the much-anticipated new Google Gemini-powered Siri features, the initial iOS 26.4 beta release was still jam-packed with new changes. As a result, we showcased over 40 new updates in our iOS 26.4 Beta 1 walkthrough .

The second iOS 26.4 Beta doesn’t include nearly as many changes, but there are still several new additions and updates to consider. There’s also some interesting under-the-hood stuff that hasn’t

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Apple is launching new products next week, here’s what’s coming

Apple is holding a hardware launch event next week on March 4, and rumors indicate several new products will debut in the days beforehand too. Here’s everything Apple is rumored to launch next week.

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Carrot Weather adds The Weather Channel data, new dynamic interface, more

is one of the most robust and versatile weather apps for iPhone, and it’s getting even better. With a new update today, Carrot Weather is adding support for The Weather Channel as a data source, plus new discussions from the National Weather Service and a new dynamic interface.

One of my favorite features of Carrot Weather is the ability to switch between multiple different data sources. Now, The Weather Channel is joining the array of data source options. You can also now view data from Weather Underground personal weather stations

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Apple age verification in iOS 26.4 beta 2 took less than 30 seconds

The latest beta of iOS 26.4 has an extra step for iPhone owners based in the UK. Once installed, the Settings app will prompt you to confirm that you are 18+.

If Apple isn’t sure how old you are, you may need to scan a credit card or photo ID to confirm that you’re an adult. In my case, it was completely automatic and took less than 30 seconds …

The UK’s Online Safety Act requires tech giants to verify users are

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