Can the $599 MacBook Neo actually handle gaming? A new test tries to find out
A new gaming test shows how Apple’s $599 MacBook Neo performs across 10 different games, highlighting both the surprising strengths and the limits of Apple’s budget laptop.
MacBook Air is getting OLED, but you’ll be waiting a few more years
Apple's OLED laptop rollout starts with MacBook Pro as early as late 2026, but MacBook Air buyers could be waiting until 2028 or 2029 for the same upgrade.
Windows desperately needs its own MacBook Neo, but it seems impossible to build
The MacBook Neo isn't just a new Mac, it's a reminder of how badly Windows laptop miss the low-cost premium sweet spot.
iPhone Fold to ditch Face ID and ugly notch in favor of a camera hole
The iPhone Fold will swap Face ID for Touch ID and introduce a punch-hole camera cutout on its outer display — a first for iPhone, forced by the device's thin front panel.
Best new movies to stream on Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, HBO Max, and more
The best new movies to stream include One Battle After Another, Wicked: For Good, Fackham Hall, Frankenstein, Sinners, and Superman.
You can now stream full songs on TikTok, if you pay for Apple Music
TikTok now lets you stream full songs directly inside the app using Apple Music. If you subscribe to Apple Music, you can tap Play Full Song on TikTok and listen without leaving the platform.
The best new shows to stream on Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max, and more
The best new shows to stream include Ted, Invincible, One Piece, Stranger Things, Fallout, and more.
Asus chief says the MacBook Neo shock will push PC brands to level up their game
Asus's co-CEO says Apple's $599 MacBook Neo is a "shock" to the PC industry, and the entire Windows ecosystem is scrambling to figure out how to compete with it.
Everything new that’s coming to your iPad with iPadOS 26.4
iPadOS 26.4 is packed with surprises, from an immersive Apple Music makeover to AI playlist creation, video podcasts, new emojis, and handy tweaks that make multitasking and customization on the iPad even better.
iOS 26.4 adds a new setting to further tone down the Liquid Glass shimmer
The shiny Liquid Glass look in iOS 26 hasn’t been everyone’s favorite. With iOS 26.4, Apple is adding another option that reduces bright flashes and highlights when you interact with buttons or keyboard.
Apple’s smart home display is apparently delayed, and Siri’s late AI rebirth is to blame
Apple's smart home display, which reportedly features an iPad-inspired screen and attaches to a wall, has been pushed to the latter half of 2026 due to AI-related delays for the next-gen Siri assistant.
You can hug this smart pillow to stream music and avoid doomscrolling on phones
Researchers have developed a smart pillow that streams music and podcasts, offering users a relaxing alternative to doomscrolling on smartphones before bedtime.
Macbook Air’s storage drive shows impressive speed gain, even beating the MacBook Pro
The M5 MacBook Air's switch to PCIe 4.0 storage delivers read speeds of 6,473 MB/s — fast enough to beat the M4 Pro MacBook Pro 16 by nearly 20%.
Apple’s next MacBook Neo might let you tap the screen
Apple’s second-generation MacBook Neo could arrive with a touchscreen display and upgraded internals, according to a new analyst report.
Apple’s HomePad might snap onto your wall like a MagSafe puck
A leaker who saw an actual prototype says Apple's rumored HomePad smart display could feature a MagSafe-like magnetic mount for attaching to walls.
Purported iPhone Fold CAD renders offer an early look at Apple’s first foldable
Newly leaked CAD renders may have revealed the design of the rumored iPhone Fold, offering a closer look at its overall form factor, camera layout, and display cutouts.
iMacs with bigger screen and faster chips aren’t yet dead at Apple
Apple is internally testing larger iMac models with faster chips as it considers expanding premium product tiers and evolving its desktop lineup.
Apple isn’t done yet as a new wave of Macs is lined up for 2026
Apple is reportedly preparing several new Mac releases for 2026 following the launch of the $599 MacBook Neo, signaling a broader expansion of its Mac lineup.
Apple is eyeing a new kind of aluminum material for its smartwatches
Apple is reportedly exploring a new aluminum manufacturing process for future Apple Watch models that could improve durability.
Apple explains how MacBook Neo is its most recycled material product ever
Apple claims its new MacBook Neo uses more recycled materials than any previous product.
Vivo to unsettle iPhone 17 Pro and Galaxy S26 Ultra with DSLR-level tech on its next
Vivo's X300 Ultra packs a 200MP Zeiss telephoto with 3° OIS and 60fps autofocus — specs that make the iPhone 17 Pro and Galaxy S26 Ultra look camera-shy.
Apple’s budget MacBook Neo is already outrunning the M1 MacBook Air in early tests
Early MacBook Neo benchmarks show Apple’s cheapest laptop keeping pace with the M1 MacBook Air in several tests.
Tests show Apple M5 Max smoking AMD and setting performance record
Apple's M5 Max just set a new performance record, outscoring AMD's best in single-core tests and even outperforming Apple's own M3 Ultra chip in multi-core performance.
Apple is promoting Microsoft Office apps for MacBook Neo, and the target is obvious
Apple is taking a rare approach with the marketing material for its new MacBook Neo, signaling that winning over Windows users is more important for the company than keeping its walled garden perfectly sealed.
Kino, one of the best iPhone camera apps, just got a big video upgrade
Kino 1.4 update brings Apple Log 2 support to the popular iPhone camera app, capturing a wider and more accurate range of colors.
Samsung vs. Apple earbuds in 2026: Everything you need to know before spending $179 or $249
Samsung's Galaxy Buds 4 series and Apple's AirPods lineup arrive in 2026 with bigger ambitions than ever. Hi-Res Audio, heart rate sensing, next-gen ANC — here's how every spec and feature actually stacks up before you spend your money.
Your orange iPhone 17 Pro can turn pink with household cleaner
The Cosmic Orange finish on the iPhone 17 Pro is one of the most eye-catching colors Apple has released in years. But according to a recent test, it might be surprisingly easy to change that color, all it takes is the wrong cleaning product. A report found that common household cleaners containing chemicals like hydrogen […]
Apple Music will put custom tags for AI songs and visuals, but it’s not enough
Apple Music's new Transparency Tags let labels flag AI-generated content, but the honor system has no enforcement. Deezer's fraud numbers show why that's a problem.
MacBook Neo has slow USB ports, but they come with an intelligent warning system
The MacBook Neo has two USB-C ports that may look identical, but only one supports output to an external display. Thankfully, macOS will politely tell you if you plug your monitor into the wrong one.
The MacBook Neo may be Apple’s cleverest bait to catch them young
The MacBook Neo makes the jump to macOS easier for students and could quietly shape the next generation of Apple loyalists.
5 reasons to skip the MacBook Neo and buy an older MacBook Air instead
Apple’s new MacBook Neo is the cheapest MacBook yet, but older MacBook Air may still be the better purchase.
MacBook Neo vs MacBook Air: Which affordable Apple laptop is the right pick for you?
The MacBook Neo brings the price of a MacBook down to $599, but compromises were inevitable. We compare it to the M5 MacBook Air to see which laptop offers better value.
The MacBook Neo is Apple’s greenest product ever
Apple's newly unveiled MacBook Neo contains 60% recycled content by mass, including recycled aluminum, cobalt, copper, gold, lithium, steel, and rare earth elements, marking the highest recycled material share in any Apple product to date.
The MacBook Neo cuts too frequently, and too deep
Apple has introduced the MacBook Neo, a new entry-level laptop designed to make macOS more accessible to a wider audience. Starting at $599, the device is the cheapest MacBook the company has released in years and is aimed at students, first-time Mac users, and buyers considering Chromebooks or lower-end Windows laptops. The laptop marks a […]
Apple MacBook Neo launched: Everything you need to know
Apple’s $599 MacBook Neo brings macOS to budget buyers, but heavy compromises in hardware and features make the MacBook Air a far more capable alternative.
Apple launches colorful MacBook Neo at $599 with an iPhone chip
Instead of the usual M-series silicon for Macs, the latest laptop from Apple comes equipped with an A18 Pro chip that you will find inside iPhones.
Apple’s Studio Display XDR will need a pretty new Mac or iPad to run at 120Hz
Apple's new Studio Display XDR delivers 120Hz ProMotion, but only the latest M5 iPad Pros and new MacBook Pros can actually run it at full speed. Older devices are capped at 60Hz.
Apple’s upcoming low-cost laptop could be the MacBook Neo
Apple appears to have accidentally leaked MacBook Neo as its new lower-cost laptop ahead of launch.