We compare performance of the A18 chip supposedly going into a low-cost MacBook to older Apple processors. The results might surprise you.

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The release date for a MacBook Pro with a speedy new Apple M5 processor probably isn’t coming as soon as anticipated.

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Plugable created the TBT-UDM Thunderbolt 4 dock with Apple users in mind. It offers more than a dozen ports.

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Elon Musk is angry that the No. 1 Top Free App in the iPhone App Store is OpenAI’s ChatGPT, not his own Grok app.

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The Kuxiu M30 Magnetic Smart Connector Charger clings to the back of an iPad to charge it -- no USB-C port needed.

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Here are some of the best external SSD options for average users. These can add terabytes of storage, and are designed for portability.

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High ratings put the action-packed historical drama “Chief of War” among the most popular series on streaming. It’s streaming now on Apple TV+

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The Apple Watch Blood Oxygen app remains tied up in U.S. courts. Apple needs to work out this urgent problem before the 2025 models launch.

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The Twelve South Curve Nano is an iPhone stand designed to go with you anywhere. We went hands-on to test it out.

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President Trump will soon hit computer makers with a 100% tariff on chips and semiconductors, but that doesn’t include Apple. Here’s why.

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President Trump doubled the tariff rate charged on products imported into the U.S. from India, but iPhone remains exempt,

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The Smartish Wallflower magnetically attaches to your iPhone, where it’s ready to do three important jobs.

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Apple’s next-generation smartphones will launch during a fall product-launch event during the second week of September.

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Apple’s revenue from selling iPhones makes up a whopping 43% of the global smartphone total, dwarfing Samsung and others.

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Before its September launch, here is what the rumors reveal about the Apple Watch Series 11. It might bring a rush of new features. Or not.

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Apple has an AI problem, and it’s hoping to solve it in the traditional manner: by pouring money on it. Result? Its AI costs are going up.

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Tariffs imposed by Trump on Apple products imported into the United States might cost the company $1.1 billion in the current quarter.

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Apple’s spring quarter financial results feature revenue and profits that jumped double digits. And iPhone passed the 3 billion mark!

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Apple makes it easy to install prerelease AirPods firmware so you can try the audio enhancements coming in iOS 26 now. Here’s how to do it.

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Wall Street analysts expect solid financial growth from Apple during the spring 2025 quarter, despite U.S. tariffs on its products.

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Read our hands-on review of the Lululook Ultra-Nano Qi2 3-in-1 to find out why this affordable travel charger makes the grade.

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Tariffs U.S. President Donald Trump placed on China imports could push up the price of three iPhone 17 series models.

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“Prehistoric Planet: Ice Age” brings extinct megafauna back to life (sort of). The docuseries returns in autumn 2025.

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Apple introduces iOS 18.6 and macOS Sequoia 15.6 to clear out bugs. Plus there are patches for iPad, Apple Watch and more.

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An iOS 16 anti-spam feature intended to protect iPhone users from junk texts causes a furor among politicians.

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Apple is gearing up for a blockbuster year, with a packed product roadmap with new offerings in nearly every category of its lineup.

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Blender, one of the best 3D creation tools, is getting ported to iPad. And it’ll be a full version, not a “lite” one.

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Don’t think you want a folding phone? Just wait until you see the one Apple makes. It’ll change your mind.

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A new version of the Qi standard — dubbed Qi2 25W — brings wireless power transfers up to 25 watts. iPhone is already on board.

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Apple quickened the pace of iOS 26 and macOS Tahoe 26 beta testing — beta 6 of both upcoming operating system upgrades went to devs on Monday.

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The Twelve South PowerBug is a new palm-size accessory that’s an iPhone stand and a plug-in wall charger. We go hands on for this review.

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The United Kingdom government reportedly had to give up its demand for a backdoor into encrypted Apple iCloud accounts.

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iOS 27 developers will reportedly concentrate on a user interface revamp needed for the folding iPhone coming in 2026.

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Fans of the Apple TV+ series “Foundation” are coming back in big numbers for season 3, giving new episodes of the show strong ratings.

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The AirNotch Pro tracker tag outperforms Apple’s AirTag in several important ways. Read our hands-on review.

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On World Emoji Day, it’s time to give some respect to the little digital images used to express emotion

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Multiple iPhone models might be blocked from import into the U.S. as two iPhone display makers fight in court.

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The Satechi OntheGo USB-C Lanyard Cable makes carrying around an iPhone easy, and charging it, too.

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An internal hinge that will play an important role in ensuring that folding iPhone won’t be marred by an unsightly screen crease.

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Apple plans to buy $500 million of American-made rare earth magnets from Texas-based MP Materials to go into iPhone, MacBook and more.

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