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Apple’s new MacBook Pro charger includes change that breaks accessory compatibility
Here’s something that hasn’t gotten much attention. The 140W power adapter that comes with Apple’s new 16-inch MacBook Pro has...
Comedy-horror series 'Widow's Bay' to haunt Apple TV on April 29
"Widow's Bay" blends genuine horror with character-driven comedy, creeping onto Apple TV at the end of April.
Apple Turns Off Payments in Russia
As of April 1, payment processing is no longer available for purchases made across the App Store and other Apple services in Russia, according to Apple. In a new support document, Apple said new purchases, in-app purchases, and subscription renewals are no longer available in Russia unless a user already has funds in their Apple Account balance, which can continue to be used.
Deals: 13-inch M5 MacBook Air new low, 1TB M5 MacBook Pro, M4 iPad Air $100 off, Magic Keyboard, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break features the ongoing AirPods Pro 3 deal still down at $199 spring holiday pricing, but we...
New Apple TV series invites you to visit the paradoxical ‘Widow’s Bay’
Apple TV just released the trailer for Widow’s Bay, a new genre-bending series about a charming and quaint small town that’s probably cursed.
9to5Mac Daily: April 2, 2026 – Studio Display XDR price change, more
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts...
Apple's brand-new M5 MacBook Air drops to record low price on Amazon
Amazon is kicking off April with steeper discounts on Apple's brand-new M5 MacBook Air.
Safari's Compact Tab Bar Is Back on Mac and iPad
When macOS Tahoe and iPadOS 26 launched last September, Apple quietly removed Safari's Compact tab layout – the option that merged the address bar and the tab bar into a single, space-saving row. If you were a fan of it, you will have been out of luck for months. The good news is that Apple has brought it back. In macOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4, the Compact tab bar is once again available as an alternative to the default Separate layout. Here's how to enable it on both platforms.
Apple TV Releases Trailer for Mysterious New 'Genre-Bending' Series
Apple today shared a trailer for Widow's Bay, a mysterious new "genre-bending" horror-comedy series set to premiere on Apple TV on Wednesday, April 29. Widow's Bay is described as a "quaint island town 40 miles off the coast of New England," but apparently "something lurks beneath the surface". Matthew Rhys stars as Mayor Tom Loftis, who is trying to revive the struggling community.
Inside 50 years of Apple with the only original employee still there
Apple has only had one person remain with the firm for its entire history. Still employee number 8, Chris Espinosa talks about staying there for half a century, and counting.
Apple reportedly has four new products ready to launch, pending one thing
Apple has at least four new products that reportedly are ready to launch, save for one key holdup: the forthcoming Siri upgrades.
When is the Next Apple Event?
Despite releasing more than 10 new products so far this year, Apple has yet to hold a traditional event with a live-streamed video in 2026. While anything is possible, our best guess at this point is that Apple's next event will likely be its annual developers conference WWDC in June, with standalone live-streamed Apple Events this April or May currently looking improbable.
Tim Cook’s Apple smart glasses answer is a subtle Steve Jobs callback
There’s a moment in yesterday’s WSJ video piece with Tim Cook that’s really delightful. Cook is asked about Apple’s plans...
Apple Arcade’s April lineup adding two of the most acclaimed recent indie games
Update: Three more titles are now available on the service. Details below. Apple Arcade’s April lineup will introduce three new...
M5 MacBook Air Hits New Low Prices on Amazon With Up to $84 Off
Amazon has introduced a few new record low prices on the new M5 MacBook Air this week, with up to $84 off these notebooks. The biggest markdowns can be found on the 13-inch MacBook Air, but there are still some solid deals on 15-inch models as well. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.
Apple employee #8 Chris Espinosa on working his whole life at one company
It used to be common in Japan for someone to spend their entire working life at a single company, but...
Eddy Cue just explained why Apple’s credit card charges feel so random
As part of Apple’s 50th anniversary celebrations yesterday, Eddy Cue, Apple’s senior vice president of services and health, appeared on...
Apple VP Behind Activity Rings Retiring After Misconduct Claims
Apple's vice president of fitness technologies Jay Blahnik will retire this summer, bringing to an end a 13-year stint with Apple that was marred by accusations that he created a toxic work environment and sexually harassed an employee. In an email to employees this week, Apple said Blahnik, 57, will retire in July "to spend time with his family and make an exciting move to New York City," according to The New York Times.
Russians lose services and apps subscriptions after Apple fined for breaking sanctions
Following Apple Ireland getting fined for paying out to Russian app developers, the company has ceased all payment processing for the country, meaning users are cut off from buying new apps, or continuing to subscribe to Apple Music.
There may be no black iPhone 18 Pro, continuing a new trend for Apple
Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro will not be available in black, marking the second year in a row that buyers will have to choose a different color instead.
Leaker says there’s no back to black for the iPhone 18 Pro
Apple disappointed some when it launched the iPhone 17 Pro without the option to buy it in a black finish....
Amazon Reportedly in Talks to Buy Apple Satellite Partner Globalstar
Apple's 20 percent stake in satellite partner Globalstar has become a sticking point in Amazon's reported bid to acquire the company, according to the Financial Times ($). Amazon is in talks to buy Globalstar in a deal that would value the satellite telecommunications firm at roughly $9 billion, as part of a broader push to compete with SpaceX's Starlink.
Apple pulls the plug on all payments in Russia following government diktat
Apple has pulled the plug on all payment processing in Russia, meaning that it’s no longer possible for residents of...
Apple Fitness+ chief to retire after no wrongdoing found in bullying accusation
Jay Blahnik is to retire from Apple in July 2026, following accusations of him turning Apple Fitness+ into a toxic mental health work environment.