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Apple AI chief John Giannandrea is stepping down from his position and retiring in spring 2026, Apple announced today.

Giannandrea will serve as an advisor between now and 2026, with former Microsoft AI researcher Amar Subramanya set to take over as vice president of AI. Subramanya will report to Apple engineering chief Craig Federighi, and will lead Apple Foundation Models, ML research, and AI Safety and Evaluation.

Subramanya was previously corporate vice president of AI at Microsoft, and before that, he spent 16 years at Google. He was head of engineering for Google's Gemini Assistant, and Apple says that he has "deep expertise" in both AI and ML research that will be important to "Apple's ongoing innovation and future Apple Intelligence features."

Some of the teams that Giannandrea oversaw will move to Sabih Khan and Eddy Cue, such as AI Infrastructure and Search and Knowledge. Khan is Apple's new Chief Operating Officer who took over for Jeff Williams earlier this year. Cue has long overseen Apple services.

Apple CEO Tim Cook thanked Giannandrea for his role advancing Apple's AI work, and he said that he looks forward to working with Subramanya. He also said that Federighi has played an important role in Apple's AI efforts.

"We are thankful for the role John played in building and advancing our AI work, helping Apple continue to innovate and enrich the lives of our users," said Tim Cook, Apple's CEO. "AI has long been central to Apple's strategy, and we are pleased to welcome Amar to Craig's leadership team and to bring his extraordinary AI expertise to Apple. In addition to growing his leadership team and AI responsibilities with Amar's joining, Craig has been instrumental in driving our AI efforts, including overseeing our work to bring a more personalized Siri to users next year."

Apple said that it is "poised to accelerate its work in delivering intelligent, trusted, and profoundly personal experiences" with the new AI team.

Giannandrea's departure comes after Apple's major iOS 18 Siri failure. Apple introduced a smarter, "‌Apple Intelligence‌" version of ‌Siri‌ at WWDC 2024, and advertised the functionality when marketing the iPhone 16. In early 2025, Apple announced that it would not be able to release the promised version of ‌Siri‌ as planned, and updates were delayed until spring 2026.

An exodus of Apple's AI team followed as Apple scrambled to improve ‌Siri‌ and deliver on features like personal context, onscreen awareness, and improved app integration. Apple is now rumored to be partnering with Google for a more advanced version of ‌Siri‌ and other ‌Apple Intelligence‌ features that are set to come out next year.

Apple's Passeig de Gràcia store in Barcelona, Spain will be temporarily closed for remodeling starting in February, according to a source familiar with the matter.

In Montréal, Canada, a separate source indicated that Apple's Sainte-Catherine store will be moving to a new location in mid-January. Last year, the newspaper La Presse reported that the new store would be located in a 125-year-old heritage building, at the northeast corner of Rue Saint-Catherine and Rue de la Montagne.

Apple recently announced that it will be opening its fifth retail store in India this month, at the DLF Mall of India in Noida, a city near New Delhi.

Apple Noida is set to open on Thursday, December 11, at 1 p.m. local time.

Apple's first two stores in India opened in 2023, in Mumbai and New Delhi. The company then opened another two stores in India in September, in Bengaluru and Pune. In addition, the Apple Store app launched in India earlier this year.

India is requiring smartphone makers like Apple and Samsung to preload devices sold in the country with a state-owned cyber security app that can't be deleted, reports Reuters.

The Department of Communications in India is giving smartphone companies 90 days to begin preinstalling the Sanchar Saathi government app on all new devices that are sold. It has also requested that manufacturers push software updates to devices that are already in the supply chain.

Users are supposed to be informed of the app at the first use or when the device is set up, and the app's feature set is not able to be turned off or restricted.

India is aiming to cut down on fraud and cyber crime, and the app is supposedly meant to provide additional security to smartphone users while also informing them about government initiatives. It is able to verify the authenticity of IMEIs to prevent stolen devices from being used with duplicate or spoofed identifiers.

A website for the app says that it lets users report suspected fraud, block and track lost or stolen devices from being used, verify the authenticity of a device, report international spam calls, and verify telephone numbers. The app includes detailed tracking functionality controlled by the government, so there are privacy and security implications for iPhone users.

The majority of smartphone users in India have Android devices, and it's a market that Apple is trying to expand in. Apple has not acquiesced to a government request for a fully preloaded ‌iPhone‌ app, so it will presumably find a way around India's mandate. Counterpoint Research told Reuters that Apple will likely negotiate for a middle ground, such as informing users of the app rather than preinstalling it.

Russia has a similar preinstall mandate for government-approved apps. During setup, iPhones in Russia have a prompt suggesting users install the apps, but opting out is possible.

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Anker's Black Friday sale has now become a Cyber Monday event, with notable discounts on portable chargers, USB-C hubs, cables, and more. This sale will last all Cyber Week and end on December 7.

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There are a few bonus offers during this event as well, including blind boxes with various random Anker accessories. The first box costs $29.99 and includes one random item or bundle worth $49.99-$169.99, while the highest box costs $129.99 and includes one random item or bundle worth $199.98-$4,799.99.

This sale also includes some Amazon discounts, with a highlight being the 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Dock for $319.99, down from $399.99. This dock has three Thunderbolt 5 ports, two USB-C ports, three USB-A ports, an SD card reader, audio jack, and more.

Finally, it's worth noting that MacRumors readers can get $10 off a minimum purchase of $200 with our code Ankermacrumors200 on Anker's website. You can stack this code with other discounts, so if you're shopping for a lot this holiday season it's a good opportunity to add more savings to your cart.

Prime Chargers

• Prime Charger (100W, 3 Ports) - $41.99, down from $84.99
• Prime Power Bank - $58.49, down from $89.99
• Prime Charging Station (8-in-1) - $129.99, down from $164.99
• Prime Charger (250W, 6 Ports, GaNPrime) - $99.99, down from $169.99

Wireless Chargers

• MagGo 3-in-1 Foldable Wireless Charging Station - $57.49, down from $99.99
• MagGo 2-in-1 Wireless Charger Stand - $36.99, down from $49.99
• 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station - $149.99, down from $229.99

Amazon

• Nano USB-C 30W Foldable Charger - $11.19, down from $19.99
• 10,000 mAh Magnetic Power Bank - $29.99, down from $49.99
• Soundcore V40i Open-Ear Headphones - $39.99, down from $79.99
• MagGo UFO 3-in-1 Charger - $57.49, down from $89.99
• 10,000 mAh MagGo Qi2 Power Bank - $54.99, down from $89.99
• 140W 4-Port USB-C Charger - $59.99, down from $99.99
• Power Station with Lantern - $79.98, down from $149.99
• 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Dock - $319.99, down from $399.99

If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week.

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Cyber Week is one of the best times of the year to shop for AirPods, and in 2025 we're tracking massive discounts across nearly every model, including AirPods 4 and AirPods Pro 3.

Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.

AirPods 4

Walmart has the AirPods 4 for $79.99 today, down from $129.00. We tracked this model about $9 cheaper over Black Friday, making Walmart's deal a solid second-best price. The model with Active Noise Cancellation is seeing a discount to $99.99 on Amazon, which is the match of its record low price.

AirPods Pro 3

The AirPods Pro 3 are available for $219.99, down from $249.00, which is another new all-time low price.

AirPods Max

If you're looking for the AirPods Max, Best Buy has the USB-C model for $399.99, down from $549.00, another record low price.

AirPods Pro 2

Finally, Woot has Apple's AirPods Pro 2 for $134.99, down from $249.00. The AirPods Pro 2 come in new condition from Woot, and with a one year Apple limited warranty. Overall, this is a solid second-best price on the AirPods Pro 2.

If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week.

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The calendar has turned to December, and the quieter year-end holiday season is now upon us. Nevertheless, we can still expect a few things from Apple this month.

Apple previously announced that iOS 26.2 will be released to the general public in December, and we can expect corresponding updates to be released as well, including iPadOS 26.2, macOS 26.2, watchOS 26.2, tvOS 26.2, and visionOS 26.2.

iOS 26.2 brings offline lyrics to Apple Music, allowing you to view a song's lyrics even when you are not connected to a Wi-Fi or cellular network. The update also lets you customize the Liquid Glass design of the Lock Screen's clock, set alarms for reminders, use AirPods Live Translation if you live in the EU, and more.

iPadOS 26.2 allows you to drag and drop apps from the App Library, Dock, and Spotlight into Slide Over and tiled views, restoring some multitasking functionality that had been removed in the iPadOS 18 to iPadOS 26 transition.

macOS 26.2 adds an "Edge Light" feature to improve lighting during video calls on a Mac. While you are on a video call, a white border appears around the edges of the screen, mimicking the look of a physical ring light.

watchOS 26.2 and iOS 26.2 have revised Sleep Score ranges:

• Very Low: 0-40 (previously 0-29)
• Low: 41-60 (previously 30-49)
• OK: 61-80 (previously 50-69)
• High: 81-95 (previously 70-89)
• Very High: 96-100 (previously 90-100)

Starting with tvOS 26.2, additional profiles created on the Apple TV no longer require their own separate Apple Account.

If the profile is for a kid, the Apple TV app will only display content with up to a PG rating by default. This essentially means that the Apple TV app now has a dedicated kids mode, which is a long-awaited feature for parents.

The beta train never stops, of course. Apple will likely seed the first betas of iOS 26.3, iPadOS 26.3, macOS 26.3, watchOS 26.3, tvOS 26.3, and visionOS 26.3 later in December. However, given that Apple's software engineers take time off for the holiday season, do not expect the second betas of each update to arrive until January.

The full-year Apple Music Replay playlist for 2025 should be released this December, along with your personalized listening stats and trends for the year. iPhone users running iOS 26 or later can access the Replay experience natively in the Apple Music app, but it also remains available on the web at replay.music.apple.com.

Monthly playlists are already available for Apple Music Replay in 2025.

Apple will release additional year-end charts and awards this month, across the App Store, Apple Podcasts, and its other services.

Apple's hit film "F1" will be available to watch on the Apple TV streaming service starting Friday, December 12, following its theatrical release earlier this year. The film is already available to purchase or rent through the Apple TV app. In the film, Brad Pitt returns to Formula 1 racing after a 30-year absence, for one last shot at glory.

Apple Arcade is getting five more games on Thursday, December 4, including endless runner Subway Surfers, the world's most downloaded mobile game.

While previous rumors indicated that Apple planned to release new versions of the HomePod mini, Apple TV, and AirTag this year, the odds of that happening still seem quite low by now. Apple has surprised us with a few December product announcements over the years, including AirPods Max in 2020, but keep your expectations very low.

Of course, these are only the things that we know to expect, and Apple could have some other announcements in store this December.

Cyber Monday is here, and as part of the event we're tracking great discounts on Apple-related accessories. If you're looking for Apple products, our dedicated post on all the Apple Cyber Monday deals available now covers every Apple device on sale right now. In this article, we're focusing on accessories for smartphones and computers, as well as a few extras like robot vacuums and more.

Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.

Many of the deals shared below will be found on Amazon, but there are a few other notable sales at sites like Sonos, Sony, Samsung, and others that you'll find in our lists.

Twelve South

Twelve South's big Cyber Monday sale kicked off this week on Amazon, and you can find the year's best prices on BookArc MacBook stands, wireless charging stations, AirFly, and more. Our pick of the sale is the HiRise 3 Deluxe Wireless Charging Station, which can simultaneously charge an iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods, for $59.99, down from $149.99.

MacBook Stands

• BookArc Flex MacBook Stand (Black) - $19.99, down from $39.99
• BookArc Flex MacBook Stand (White) - $19.99, down from $39.99
• BookArc Flex MacBook Stand (Chrome) - $19.99, down from $36.58
• Curve Nano MagSafe Stand - $28.99, down from $34.99

Chargers

• HiRise 2 Deluxe Wireless Charging Station - $39.99, down from $59.99
• PowerBug Qi2 Magnetic Wireless Charger - $39.99, down from $49.99
• HiRise 3 Deluxe Wireless Charging Station - $59.99, down from $149.99
• Butterfly 2-in-1 Compact Foldable Wireless Charger - $69.99, down from $99.99

Miscellaneous

• PowerCord 30W USB-C Cable - $19.99, down from $29.99
• AirFly SE - $25.99, down from $39.99
• PlugBug 4-Port Hub - $69.99, down from $119.99

Satechi

• FindAll Keychain with Find My - $20.99, down from $29.99
• FindAll Wallet Card with Find My - $23.99, down from $34.99
• FindAll Luggage Tag with Find My - $30.99, down from $44.99
• FindAll Glasses Case with Find My - $33.59, down from $49.99

Sonos

Sonos is hosting its annual Cyber Monday sale, and this year you'll find up to 30 percent off the company's most popular devices. This includes the Arc Ultra soundbar, Move 2 speaker, and more.

All discounts in this sale have been automatically applied, so you don't need to enter a coupon code in order to see the final sale prices. We've collected all of the deals in the list below, but you can also find a few bundle discounts on sale on the Sonos website.

• Arc Ultra Soundbar - $879, down from $1,099
• Beam (Gen 2) Soundbar - $349, down from $499
• Ray Soundbar - $199, down from $219
• Era 100 Speaker - $169, down from $219
• Era 300 Speaker - $379, down from $479
• Roam 2 Portable Speaker - $139, down from $179
• Move 2 Portable Speaker - $399, down from $499
• Sub Mini - $399, down from $499
• Sub 4 - $719, down from $899

Jackery

• Explorer 500 Portable Power Station and 102W Fast Charger - $374.00, down from $599.00
• Explorer 1000 V2 Portable Power Station - $349.00, down from $499.00
• Explorer 2000 Plus Solar Generator - $1,999.00, down from $4,399.00
• Explorer 2000 Plus Kit - $2,799.00, down from $6,499.00

Ecovacs

• Deebot N30 Omni Robot Vacuum and Mop - $349.99, down from $699.99
• Deebot T50 Pro Omni Robot Vacuum - $499.99, down from $699.99
• Deebot X9 Pro Omni Robot Vacuum - $699.99, down from $1,299.99

Sony

Sony is hosting a Cyber Monday sale with savings on the company's best headphones, speakers, sound bars, TVs, photography equipment, and more.

You can get Sony's popular WH-1000XM5 Premium Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones for $249.99 during this event, down from $399.99. There are also a few earbuds and other noise canceling headphones on sale with notable discounts, all of which have been applied automatically and do not require any coupon codes.

Be sure to head to Sony's website for the full list of deals. Most devices have an option for free pickup if you live near a Best Buy location that offers local pickup.

Anker

Highlights of Anker's Cyber Monday sale on Amazon include the 10,000 mAh Magnetic Power Bank for $29.99 ($19 off) and the popular 60,000mAh Power Station with Smart Digital Display and Retractable Light for $79.98, down from $149.99.

• Nano USB-C 30W Foldable Charger - $11.19, down from $19.99
• 10,000 mAh Magnetic Power Bank - $29.99, down from $49.99
• Soundcore V40i Open-Ear Headphones - $39.99, down from $79.99
• MagGo UFO 3-in-1 Charger - $57.49, down from $89.99
• 10,000 mAh MagGo Qi2 Power Bank - $54.99, down from $89.99
• 140W 4-Port USB-C Charger - $59.99, down from $99.99
• Power Station with Lantern - $79.98, down from $149.99
• 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Dock - $319.99, down from $399.99

Beats

Amazon this week is discounting a collection of Beats headphones and speakers, including a low price on the Powerbeats Pro 2. You can get this new 2025 model for $199.95 in four colors, down from $249.99. This deal on the Powerbeats Pro 2 is being matched at Best Buy, along with a few other Beats deals.

This sale also includes major discounts on products like the Beats Pill, which has hit $99.95 on Amazon, down from $149.95. This discount is available in five colors of the Bluetooth speaker.

Additionally, Amazon has the Beats Studio Buds+ for $149.95, down from $169.95. These have up to 9 hours of playback (up to 36 hours with charging case), USB-C, active noise cancellation, transparency mode, and an IPX4 rating for sweat and water resistance.

You'll also find a few steep discounts on over-ear headphones, like the Beats Studio Pro at $169.95, down from $349.99. This is another all-time low price on this pair of Beats headphones.

• Beats Studio Buds+ - $149.95, down from $169.95
• Beats Pill - $99.95, down from $149.95
• Beats Solo 4 - $129.99, down from $199.95
• Beats Studio Pro - $169.95, down from $349.99
• Powerbeats Pro 2 - $199.95, down from $249.99

Samsung

Samsung's Black Friday sale is now bleeding into Cyber Monday, and you can still find great deals on monitors, storage accessories, TVs, Galaxy smartphones, home appliances, and more.

Highlights from this event include quite a few models of The Frame TV on sale, including a new all-time low price on The Frame Pro models. You can get the 65-inch The Frame TV for $999.99 ($1,000 off), as well as The Frame Pro for $1,999.00 ($1,200 off).

For even more potential savings, eligible shoppers have the chance to get additional discounts through Samsung offer programs. These programs provide extra discounts for students, military, and employees of select businesses, and they provide up to 30 percent extra savings on Samsung's website, so be sure to check whether you're eligible for any of these programs.

TVs

• 65-inch The Frame - $999.99, down from $1,999.99 (extra $100 off available through offer programs)
• 75-inch The Frame Pro - $1,999.99, down from $3,199.99
• 85-inch The Frame Pro - $3,299.99, down from $4,299.99 (extra $660 off available through offer programs)
• 65-inch OLED S90C TV - $1,699.99, down from $2,699.99
• 65-inch Neo QLED 4K TV - $1,399.99, down from $2,699.99
• 77-inch OLED S90F TV - $1,999.99, down from $3,499.99
• 75-inch Neo QLED QN90D TV - $1,499.99, down from $3,299.99

Monitors and Storage

• 32-inch Smart Monitor M8 - $389.99, down from $699.99
• 40-inch Odyssey G7 G75F Curved Monitor - $749.99, down from $1,199.99
• 49-inch Odyssey OLED G9 Monitor - $899.99, down from $1,799.99
• 57-inch Odyssey Neo G9 Monitor - $1,499.99, down from $2,299.99 (extra $200 off available through offer programs)
• 55-inch Odyssey Ark Gaming Monitor - $1,699.99, down from $2,699.99

Appliances

• Bespoke Smart Dishwasher - $999.00, down from $1,399.00
• Large Capacity Side-by-Side Fridge - $1,099.00, down from $1,666.00
• 4-Door French Door Fridge - $1,699.00, down from $2,999.00
• Bespoke All-in-One Combo Washer/Dryer - $1,999.99, down from $3,299.00
• Mega Capacity 3-Door French Door Fridge - $2,399.00, down from $3,499.00
• Bespoke 4-Door Flex Fridge - $2,050.00, down from $4,099.00
• Bespoke 4-Door Flex Fridge - $2,849.99, down from $4,999.00

Galaxy Products

• Galaxy XR - Save up to $1,140 with the Explorer Pack
• Galaxy S25 Ultra - Save up to $700 in instant trade-in credit
• Galaxy Z Fold7 - Save up to $1,000
• Galaxy Ring - Get up to $150 trade-in credit
• Galaxy Watch Ultra - Save up to $300
• Galaxy Watch 8 - Save up to $250

Video Games

• Elgato Stream Deck MK.2 - $109.99, down from $149.99
• PlayStation Portal - $179.00, down from $199.99
• PlayStation DualSense Edge - $169.00, down from $199.99
• Meta Quest 3S - $249.99, down from $299.99
• PlayStation VR2 Horizon Bundle - $299.00, down from $399.99

Keep up with all of this week's best discounts on Apple products and related accessories in our dedicated Apple Deals roundup.

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Amazon and Best Buy have introduced new low prices on the iPad mini 7 for Cyber Week, starting at $349.00 for the 128GB Wi-Fi tablet, down from $499.00. You'll also find a few deals on cellular models during this sale.

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.

You can also get the 256GB Wi-Fi iPad mini 7 for $449.00 at Best Buy and the 512GB Wi-Fi iPad mini 7 for $649.00 at Amazon and Best Buy, both $150 discounts and available in multiple colors. These sales are new best-ever prices on the iPad mini 7, beating the prices we saw on Black Friday by about $30.

Deals on cellular models are a bit rarer on Amazon, with one color of the 128GB cellular iPad mini 7 on sale for $499.00 and a few colors of the 256GB cellular iPad mini 7 on sale for $599.00, both $150 off.

You can also pair a new iPad mini with the Apple Pencil Pro for $94.99 on sale right now on Amazon, down from $129.00.

If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week.

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Apple today added the first-generation iPhone SE to its obsolete products list, meaning the device is no longer eligible for repairs, battery replacements, or any other service at Apple Stores and Apple Authorized Service Providers worldwide.

Apple considers a product to be obsolete once seven years have passed since the company stopped distributing it for sale. The original iPhone SE was discontinued in September 2018, so the device recently crossed that seven-year mark.

The original iPhone SE was released in March 2016. The device's design is largely based on the iPhone 5s, with key specs including a 4-inch display, a Touch ID home button, and an aluminum and glass frame with chamfered edges. However, the original iPhone SE is powered by a newer A9 chip from the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus.

"Everyone who wants a smaller phone is going to love iPhone SE," said Apple's former marketing chief Phil Schiller, in a press release announcing the device.

Apple went on to release second-generation and third-generation iPhone SE models in April 2020 and March 2022, respectively, with both of those devices having a similar design as the iPhone 8. In February 2025, the iPhone SE was entirely discontinued for the foreseeable future, after it was effectively replaced by the iPhone 16e.

Amazon is discounting the Apple Watch Series 11 GPS and cellular models to new record low prices for Cyber Week, with $70 off select devices. These deals beat the Black Friday discounts we tracked on the Series 11 by about $10.

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You can get the 42mm GPS Apple Watch Series 11 for $329.00, down from $399.00, and the 46mm GPS model for $359.00, down from $429.00. You'll find three of the 42mm GPS models on sale at this all-time low price, and four of the 46mm GPS models discounted by $70 in this sale.

If you're shopping for cellular models, you can also find new record low prices on multiple models this week on Amazon. The 42mm cellular Apple Watch Series 11 has hit $429.00, down from $499.00, and the 46mm cellular model has hit $459.00, down from $529.00.

In addition to Series 11 deals, Amazon has big deals on multiple Apple Watch models this week. This includes $50 off Apple Watch SE 3.

Apple Watch SE 3

• Apple Watch SE 3 (40mm GPS) - $199.00 ($50 off)
• Apple Watch SE 3 (44mm GPS) - $229.00 ($50 off)

Head to our full Deals Roundup to get caught up with all of the latest deals and discounts that we've been tracking over the past week.

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Samsung's Black Friday sale is now bleeding into Cyber Monday, and you can still find great deals on monitors, storage accessories, TVs, Galaxy smartphones, home appliances, and more.

Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Samsung. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.

Highlights from this event include quite a few models of The Frame TV on sale, including a new all-time low price on The Frame Pro models. You can get the 65-inch The Frame TV for $999.99 ($1,000 off), as well as The Frame Pro for $1,999.00 ($1,200 off).

Other deals include savings on monitors like the 32-inch Smart Monitor M8 for $389.99 ($310 off), the 49-inch Odyssey OLED G9 Gaming Monitor for $899.99 ($900 off), and more. We're also tracking big markdowns on home appliances including refrigerators and washer/dryers, and a few Galaxy device discounts.

Samsung's new Galaxy XR headset also has a few notable offers during this event, including up to $1,140 in savings with the Explorer Pack. This features various content at no extra cost with the purchase of the Galaxy XR, like one year of YouTube Premium, one year of Google AI Pro, and more.

For even more potential savings, eligible shoppers have the chance to get additional discounts through Samsung offer programs. These programs provide extra discounts for students, military, and employees of select businesses, and they provide up to 30 percent extra savings on Samsung's website, so be sure to check whether you're eligible for any of these programs.

TVs

• 65-inch The Frame - $999.99, down from $1,999.99 (extra $100 off available through offer programs)
• 75-inch The Frame Pro - $1,999.99, down from $3,199.99
• 85-inch The Frame Pro - $3,299.99, down from $4,299.99 (extra $660 off available through offer programs)
• 65-inch OLED S90C TV - $1,699.99, down from $2,699.99
• 65-inch Neo QLED 4K TV - $1,399.99, down from $2,699.99
• 77-inch OLED S90F TV - $1,999.99, down from $3,499.99
• 75-inch Neo QLED QN90D TV - $1,499.99, down from $3,299.99

Monitors and Storage

• 32-inch Smart Monitor M8 - $389.99, down from $699.99
• 40-inch Odyssey G7 G75F Curved Monitor - $749.99, down from $1,199.99
• 49-inch Odyssey OLED G9 Monitor - $899.99, down from $1,799.99
• 57-inch Odyssey Neo G9 Monitor - $1,499.99, down from $2,299.99 (extra $200 off available through offer programs)
• 55-inch Odyssey Ark Gaming Monitor - $1,699.99, down from $2,699.99

Appliances

• Bespoke Smart Dishwasher - $999.00, down from $1,399.00
• Large Capacity Side-by-Side Fridge - $1,099.00, down from $1,666.00
• 4-Door French Door Fridge - $1,699.00, down from $2,999.00
• Bespoke All-in-One Combo Washer/Dryer - $1,999.99, down from $3,299.00
• Mega Capacity 3-Door French Door Fridge - $2,399.00, down from $3,499.00
• Bespoke 4-Door Flex Fridge - $2,050.00, down from $4,099.00
• Bespoke 4-Door Flex Fridge - $2,849.99, down from $4,999.00

Galaxy Products

• Galaxy XR - Save up to $1,140 with the Explorer Pack
• Galaxy S25 Ultra - Save up to $700 in instant trade-in credit
• Galaxy Z Fold7 - Save up to $1,000
• Galaxy Ring - Get up to $150 trade-in credit
• Galaxy Watch Ultra - Save up to $300
• Galaxy Watch 8 - Save up to $250

If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week.

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Netflix has quietly removed the ability to cast content from its mobile apps to most modern TVs and streaming devices, including newer Chromecast models and the Google TV Streamer.

The change was first spotted by users on Reddit and confirmed in an updated Netflix support page (via Android Authority), which now states that the streaming service no longer supports casting from mobile devices to most TVs and TV-streaming devices. Users are instead directed to use the remote that came with their TV hardware and use its native Netflix app.

The only exception appears to apply to older Chromecast models without remotes, as well as TVs with built-in Google Cast support. However, even on these legacy devices, casting only remains for those on costlier ad-free plans, but it is unavailable for subscribers on Netflix's ad-supported plan.

User reports appear to suggest Netflix began removing the Cast button from its mobile apps in mid-November, but the company provided no advance warning to users. One Reddit user said customer service explained that devices with remotes can no longer cast, claiming the decision was made to improve the customer experience.

The move bears similarities to Netflix's 2019 decision to remove AirPlay support from its iOS app, citing an inability to distinguish between different AirPlay-enabled devices (i.e., what is an ‌Apple TV‌ vs. what isn't) as Apple expanded the technology to third-party TVs.

Amazon has discounted the 13-inch M4 MacBook Air (256GB, Midnight) down to $738.04 for Cyber Monday, down from $999.00. This is a new all-time low price on the computer, beating the deal we saw on Black Friday by about $11.

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If you're looking for the larger model, you can get the 15-inch 256GB computer for $949.00, down from $1,199.00. You'll also find many of the 512GB models of the 13-inch and 15-inch M4 MacBook Air on sale this week.

Stock appears low on 256GB model, so if you're interested be sure to shop Amazon's sale soon. Head to our full Deals Roundup to get caught up with all of the latest deals and discounts that we've been tracking over the past week.

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The updated specs of the M5 iPad Pro may point toward a major new feature for Apple's next-generation Studio Display expected in early 2026.

Apple's latest ‌iPad Pro‌ debuted last month and contains one display-related change that stands out: it can now drive external monitors at up to 120Hz with Adaptive Sync. The feature should deliver lower latency, smoother motion, and fewer visual artifacts during workflows such as gaming and video editing, with Adaptive Sync further minimizing latency for rapid-response tasks.

This is the first time an iPad has supported 120Hz output to an external monitor and the timing aligns closely with Apple's development of a next-generation Studio Display. Although Macs have long supported 120Hz external displays, Apple has yet to ship a standalone monitor with a refresh rate above 60Hz, and they are fairly unusual in the market as a whole.

Rumors from multiple sources suggest Apple is preparing a significant Studio Display update for early 2026. Earlier this year, MacRumors found references in Apple code to a new external monitor codenamed J427, which will include the A19 Pro chip.

Display industry analyst Ross Young has said Apple is developing a 27-inch monitor with mini-LED backlighting. Mini-LED technology would improve brightness, contrast, and color performance compared to the current 27-inch 5K LCD panel.

It would also bring the monitor in line with the MacBook Pro, which has touted mini-LED technology since 2021. In combination with a potential ProMotion 120Hz refresh rate on the Studio Display, this would bring it fully into line with the ‌MacBook Pro‌.

Bloomberg's Mark Gurman says Apple plans to release a next-generation Studio Display or equivalent replacement external monitor as soon as early next year alongside new Macs with the M5 chip.

Apple launched the Studio Display in March 2022 alongside the Mac Studio. It features a 5K LCD display, 60Hz refresh rate, 600 nits of brightness, built-in camera and speakers with Center Stage and Spatial Audio support, the A13 Bionic chip, "Hey Siri" commands, one Thunderbolt 3 port, and three USB-C ports. Pricing in the U.S. starts at $1,599.

The combination of new 120Hz external display support on the M5 ‌iPad Pro‌ and the increasing likelihood of a major Studio Display refresh early next year adds weight to the idea that Apple is preparing a higher refresh rate for its upcoming monitor, but it remains speculation for now.

Cyber Week is here, and you can find popular Apple products like AirPods, iPad, Apple Watch, and more at all-time low prices. In this article, the majority of the discounts will be found on Amazon.

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Specifically, we're sharing all of the Apple products that currently have all-time low prices, or discounts that are at least very close to their record-low prices. Now that Cyber Week is here, we expect these to be the best prices of the season, so if you've been holding off on purchasing any of the products listed below, now is definitely the time to do so.

Table of Contents

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• AirPods
• iPhone
• Mac
• Apple Watch
• iPad
• Accessories

Our Top Picks

• AirPods 4 for $79.99 ($49 off)
• Apple Watch SE 3 for $199.00 ($50 off)
• Apple Watch Series 11 for $329.00 ($70 off)
• 14-Inch M5 MacBook Pro for $1,349.00 ($250 off)

AirPods

AirPods deals are in abundance this season, with low prices on AirPods 4, AirPods Max, and AirPods Pro 3. Amazon's all-time low Black Friday price on the AirPods 4 has expired, but Walmart is offering a solid second-best price of $79.99 for Cyber Week.

iPhone

Cellular carriers have always offered big savings on the newest iPhone models during the holidays, and Cyber Week sales have kicked off at AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, and more. Right now we're tracking notable offers on the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and iPhone Air. For even more savings, keep an eye on older models during the holiday shopping season.

AT&T

• iPhone 17: Up to $700 off with eligible trade-in
• iPhone 17 Pro: No cost with eligible trade-in
• iPhone 17 Pro Max: Up to $1,100 off with eligible trade-in

Starting with AT&T, you can get the iPhone 17 Pro at no cost with eligible trade-in, and the iPhone Air for up to $700 off with eligible trade-in. Finally, the iPhone 17 Pro Max will be available at up to $1,100 off with eligible trade-in.

If you switch to AT&T from a different carrier, AT&T will pay off your phone balance at up to $800 off per line. AT&T also has the Apple Watch Series 11, Apple Watch SE 3, and Apple Watch Ultra 3 available with an offer. If you buy one, you can get $300 off the second.

Verizon

• iPhone 17 Pro: No cost with new line on Unlimited Ultimate
• iPhone 17: No cost with new line on MyPlan
• iPhone Accessories: Save on iPhone accessories

New and existing Verizon customers on the Unlimited Ultimate plan can get the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro at no cost this season. For the iPhone 17, no trade-in is required but you must add a new line to Verizon's MyPlan.

In terms of watches, Verizon is offering the new Apple Watch SE 3 at no cost when you trade-in your old device on select Unlimited plans.

T-Mobile

• iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro: No cost with eligible trade-in
• iPhone Air: No cost with eligible trade-in
• iPhone 17 Pro Max: Up to $1,100 off with eligible trade-in

T-Mobile's offers are nearly identical to AT&T's. You can get the iPhone 17 or iPhone 17 Pro at no cost when you trade in an old device and purchase the new device on an eligible unlimited plan. Otherwise, you can get the iPhone 17 Pro Max for up to $1,100 off with eligible trade-in on unlimited plans.

For Apple Watches at T-Mobile, you can get the Apple Watch SE 3 for $99.00 when adding a new watch line on select Unlimited plans. If you plan on buying two models, you can get up to $300 off the second when adding a new watch line on select Unlimited plans.

Visible

Visible is offering 50 percent off its Visible+ Pro plan this season, with the code BLACKFRIDAY50 at checkout. After entering this deal, you can get the plan for $225/year, down from $450/year.

For Apple specific offers, if you purchase any iPhone this holiday season, you can get the 40mm Apple Watch SE at no cost. To get this deal, you will need to be a new Visible member joining on the Visible+ Pro annual plan and purchase any new iPhone, then enter the code APPLEWATCH at checkout.

Mac

M5 MacBook Pro

Amazon has dropped the price of the new M5 MacBook Pro to $1,349.99, down from $1,599.00. This is the 10-Core model with 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD in Space Black, and it's a new all-time low price on the M5 MacBook Pro.

M4 iMac

Amazon has $150 off a few of Apple's M4 iMac, with prices starting at $1,149.00 for the entry-level model with 8-core, 16GB RAM, and 256GB.

Apple Watch

Series 11

Amazon has introduced the first big discounts on a few Apple Watch Series 11 models, including both GPS and cellular devices. You can get the 42mm GPS Apple Watch Series 11 for $329.00, down from $399.00, and the 46mm GPS model for $359.00, down from $429.00.

SE 3

The Apple Watch SE 3 has received its first major discount on Amazon, with $50 off both the 40mm and 44mm GPS models.

iPad

M5 iPad Pro

Amazon has the first notable discounts on Apple's brand new M5 iPad Pro, with the entry-level 11-inch model available for $899.00, down from $999.00.

For the larger models, you can save up to $170 on the 13-inch M5 iPad Pro on Amazon this week. If you're shopping for the 2TB Nano-Texture Glass Wi-Fi model, Amazon has this tablet for $2,230.00, down from $2,399.00, as well as a few other 13-inch models between $50 and $151 off.

Accessories

Apple Pencil Pro

You can get the Apple Pencil Pro available for $94.99, down from $129.00.

iPhone 17 Cases

Amazon this week brought back big discounts across Apple's Clear, Silicone, and TechWoven Cases for the iPhone 17 and iPhone Air lineup. Items on sale include Clear, Silicone, and TechWoven Cases for the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and iPhone Air. We're also tracking a few discounts on other accessories like the FineWoven Wallet with MagSafe.

iPhone Air

• Clear Case - $25.00, down from $49.00

iPhone 17

• Clear Case - $25.00, down from $49.00
• Silicone Case - $25.00, down from $49.00

iPhone 17 Pro

• Clear Case - $25.00, down from $49.00
• Silicone Case - $25.00, down from $49.00
• TechWoven Case - $44.00, down from $59.00

iPhone 17 Pro Max

• Clear Case - $25.00, down from $49.00
• Silicone Case - $36.00, down from $49.00
• TechWoven Case - $44.00, down from $59.00

If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week.

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Apple is offering an Apple TV promotion for new and returning subscribers for Black Friday and Cyber Monday this year. Eligible customers can get six months of Apple TV for just $5.99 per month, and there's only one day left to get this deal before it ends on December 1.

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After the six-month period, the subscription price will increase to $12.99, which is the regular price for the Apple TV service. At $5.99 per month, Apple is discounting Apple TV by over 50 percent. The deal will be available through December 1 on the Apple TV website.

Existing subscribers are not eligible for the discount, nor are customers who have subscriptions billed through a third-party service. It's also worth noting that you can get a bundle of Apple TV and Peacock Premium/Premium Plus at a discounted rate this season.

Be sure to check out our article on the best streaming deals for Black Friday/Cyber Monday, also including great offers on Disney+ and Hulu, Paramount+, and Peacock. Keep up with all of this week's best discounts on Apple products and related accessories in our dedicated Apple Deals roundup.

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Black Friday is over, but there are many deals still available this weekend, including Apple's AirPods 4 for just $69.00 at Walmart, down from $129.00. This is the base model without Active Noise Cancellation, and Walmart provides free shipping as well as local pickup options.

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In addition to AirPods, Walmart's sale has solid discounts on iPhone 17 Clear and Silicone cases, as well as a nice markdown on the original M1 MacBook Air. In terms of the iPhone 17 cases, these are all matching the all-time low prices on each accessory.

For the M1 MacBook Air, this is the model from November 2020 and was one of the first Macs with an Apple silicon chip. While five years old, the M1 MacBook Air is still a capable machine for many typical day-to-day tasks, and a solid option at this discounted price of $549.00.

• iPhone 17 Clear Case - $25.00, down from $49.00
• iPhone 17 Silicone Case - $25.00, down from $49.00
• iPhone 17 Pro Clear Case - $25.00, down from $49.00
• iPhone 17 Pro Silicone Case - $25.00, down from $49.00
• iPhone 17 Pro Max Clear Case - $25.00, down from $49.00
• iPhone 17 Pro Max Silicone Case - $25.00, down from $49.00
• M1 13-inch MacBook Air - $549.00, down from $649.00

You can find all the Apple Black Friday Deals still available in our dedicated post.

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Disney has introduced a new promotion on its streaming service for Black Friday and Cyber Monday shoppers, offering a bundle of Disney+ (with ads) and Hulu (with ads) for $4.99 per month for 12 months, down from $12.99 per month. This offer represents a savings of 61 percent on the Disney+/Hulu bundle, and after twelve months it will return to the then-current monthly price unless cancelled.

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To get the deal, head to the promotion landing page on the Disney+ website and click on the Disney+/Hulu bundle option. This offer covers the ad-supported Disney+ and Hulu streaming plans, and it's valid only for new and eligible returning subscribers.

Disney says that this offer will run through this Monday, December 1, so there's only a few days left to take advantage of the deal. You can find all the Apple Black Friday Deals still available in our dedicated post.

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