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New Apple TV and HomePod Mini Are 'Nearly Ready' to Launch, New Siri Remote Also Rumored
New models of the Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini are "nearly ready to go," according to the latest word from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Both devices have been ready "for months," but Apple is holding off on launching them until the more personalized version of Siri is available, he said.
As Kindle gets more restrictive, this Android E-Ink tablet feels refreshingly open
BOOX pairs a sharp monochrome e-ink display with flexible Android software and stylus support. Find out more in this Go 10.3 Gen II review.
The New 2026 Apple iPad Air with M4 Chip Drops to a New All-Time Low Price in May
Save $80 off compared to buying it from the Apple Store.
Deals: M5 MacBook Air up to $270 off, iPad from $299, Apple Solo Loops from $9, Beats 240W cable, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by Apple’s most affordable bang for your buck M5 MacBook Air at nearly $200...
iPadOS 26 one year later: My highs and lows as full-time iPad Pro user
iPadOS 26 was unveiled one year ago with major upgrades for iPad productivity, here’s how it has and hasn’t been working for me.
Top Stories: iOS 27 Leaks, MacBook Ultra Rumors, and More
WWDC 2026 is coming up very quickly now and we're continuing to learn more about what to expect in iOS 27 and other updates, so make sure to check in to see the latest as we head toward Apple's big week, which kicks off with the traditional keynote on Monday, June 8.
Apple's latest conflict mineral report contradicts previous complaints over their use
Despite many claiming otherwise, Apple says your iPhone and iPad don't contain conflict minerals sourced from armed groups in Africa.
A bizarre Chrome bug is locking some Android tablet users out of their browser
Google is now scrambling to fix the bug.
Apple Seeds First Public Betas of iOS 26.6, macOS Tahoe 26.6 and More
Apple today provided public beta testers with the first betas of iOS 26.6, iPadOS 26.6, macOS Tahoe 26.6, watchOS 26.6, and tvOS 26.6, with the software coming two days after Apple seeded the betas to developers. After signing up to beta test the software updates on Apple's beta site, public beta testers can download the new software using the Software Update section in the Settings app on each device.
Apple releases public beta for iPadOS 26.6, tvOS 26.6, and watchOS 26.6
Apple has released public beta versions of forthcoming software updates, including iPadOS 26.6, tvOS 26.6, and more.
Hold Off on Purchases, Students: Apple's Back to School Sale Is Coming Soon
Apple has started preparing for its annual Back to School promotion in the U.S. and Canada, according to backend Apple code seen by MacRumors. Apple holds a Back to School sale each June, providing teachers and students with free accessories or gift cards when purchasing a Mac or an iPad. The added bonus is in addition to Apple's educational discount. Back to School sales typically start around the middle of the month, but we don't yet know the start dates for this year's sale.
Apple will launch two new products this year that could reshape iPad’s future
The iPad is 16 years old, but two new products Apple is rumored to launch this year could have a major impact on the tablet’s future.
Microsoft is killing Office 2019 for Mac and iPhone, and you can't do much about it
Microsoft will be effectively bricking the standalone Office 2019 for Mac, iPad, and iPhone users on July 13, 2026. There's not much you can do about it, other than buy again, or subscribe to Office 365.
How students and teachers are using iPad to save an endangered language
There are nearly half a million Cherokee people around the world, but less than 0.5% of them speak their language natively, prompting educators to turn to iPad and Mac to help preserve the language.
Apple’s newest iPad Air is up to $100 off for the first time
Multiple colorways are on sale.
iPadOS 26.5 has convenient upgrade when using Magic Keyboard, more
One of iOS and iPadOS 26.5’s under-the-radar improvements involves using a Magic Keyboard, Magic Trackpad, or Magic Mouse.
The new Halide camera app launches with film looks and an upgraded photo editor
Upgrade your iPhone’s camera without a new phone.
Apple Updates Trade-In Values for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch
Apple today updated its U.S. trade-in estimates, raising values for most current iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch models while reducing several Android offers.
Previous OS updates contained security patches which have now been detailed by Apple
Apple's security releases page has been updated with additional information regarding the security issues resolved in iOS 18, iOS 26, and other OS versions.
Apple adds new CVE details to several macOS, iOS, iPadOS, visionOS, and watchOS updates
Apple today updated the security content pages for several macOS, iOS, iPadOS, visionOS, and watchOS releases. Here are the details.
The Lenovo Idea Tab 11" 2.5K Android Tablet Is Less Than Half the Price of the Cheapest Apple iPad
Futureproof to at least Android 17 with guaranteed security patches until 2029