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MacBook Pro Mini-LED vs. OLED Buyer's Guide: Every Difference

Thursday October 29, 2026 8:58 am PDT by
Apple's new MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display features tandem OLED technology, touchscreen input, the Dynamic Island, and a thinner, lighter design. It joins the existing Liquid Retina XDR models introduced in March 2026, with both versions offering the same M5 Pro and M5 Max chips. The PROLED models carry a $400 starting-price premium across equivalent sizes and chip tiers. The 14-inch M5 ...
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Just Got an iPhone Duo? Try These Features First

Thursday October 29, 2026 3:53 am PDT by
Apple's iPhone Duo launched on Friday, October 23 in markets around the world. Keep reading if you're the lucky owner of Apple's first foldable iPhone. Whether you're upgrading from an older iPhone or completely new to Apple, this guide will help you get the most out of your new device. With the first iPhone Duo units now in customers' hands, MacRumors has put together the following series...
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M5 vs. M6 MacBook Pro Buyer's Guide: All Differences Compared

Tuesday October 27, 2026 8:42 am PDT by
Apple today replaced the entry-level 14-inch MacBook Pro with a new M6 model, bringing more CPU and GPU cores, upgraded wireless connectivity, and more. How much has changed, and is it worth upgrading or choosing the newer model? The M6 ‌MacBook Pro‌ retains the previous model's design and most of its specifications, concentrating its improvements on processing performance and connectivity....
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M4 vs. M6 iMac Buyer's Guide: Should You Upgrade?

Tuesday October 27, 2026 8:30 am PDT by
Apple's latest iMac skips the M5 chip and moves directly to the M6, bringing faster performance, improved connectivity, and faster storage. So how much has changed since the M4 model arrived in 2024, and is it worth upgrading? The M6 ‌iMac‌ starts at $1,499 in the United States, with the four-port configuration starting at $1,699. While the entry price is $200 higher than the M4 model's...
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iPad Mini 2024 vs. 2026 Buyer's Guide: Should You Upgrade?

Monday October 26, 2026 10:45 am PDT by
Apple today announced the eighth-generation iPad mini, introducing a larger OLED display, a thinner and lighter design, the A20 Pro chip, and water and dust resistance, but how much does it differ from the previous model? The new ‌iPad mini‌ starts at $699 for the 128GB Wi-Fi model and $849 with cellular connectivity. With the prior generation now discontinued, buyers also face a choice...
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Apple's Touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro: Everything We Know

Tuesday October 20, 2026 12:40 pm PDT by
Apple is working on a high-end MacBook Pro, and it's nearly ready to launch. It will have several firsts in a Mac, including an OLED display and a touchscreen. Design Apple hasn't redesigned the ‌MacBook Pro‌ since the launch of the M1 Pro and M1 Max models in 2021, so it's due for a new look. The new ‌MacBook Pro‌ is expected to feature some minor design changes. There's only so much you can...
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iPhone Duo Colors Buyer's Guide: Which Should You Choose?

Friday October 16, 2026 8:39 am PDT by
Apple's all-new, foldable iPhone Duo comes in just two color options: Night Sky and Star White, so which should you choose? Both combine a Ceramic Shield back with mirror-polished titanium, but the contrast between those materials gives each finish a different appearance. It is important to consider what case you plan to use, if any, and if not, the reflective frame deserves as much...
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iPhone 18 Pro vs. iPhone Duo Buyer's Guide: Which Should You Choose?

Friday October 16, 2026 2:47 am PDT by
Apple's new iPhone lineup presents an unusual choice: Pay more for a folding display, or spend less on a phone with more advanced cameras and fewer hardware compromises. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. Alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ Max, which start at $1,199 and $1,299 respectively, Apple now offers the $1,999 iPhone Duo, its first foldable...
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Apple TV 4K 2022 vs. 2026 Buyer's Guide: All Differences Compared

Thursday October 15, 2026 9:07 am PDT by
Apple announced the fourth-generation Apple TV 4K earlier this week, introducing the A19 chip, built-in microphones for hands-free Siri, four-speaker HomePod surround sound, and an updated ‌Siri‌ Remote. It replaces the third-generation model introduced in 2022, bringing a number of internal changes while retaining the same basic design and most of the same entertainment features. The new...
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HomePod Mini vs. HomePod Mini 2 Buyer's Guide: All Differences Compared

Wednesday October 14, 2026 5:14 am PDT by
Apple yesterday announced the HomePod mini 2, introducing the compact smart speaker's first major hardware update in six years. The new model retains the original's spherical design, but adds an S10 chip, faster wireless connectivity, Sound Glow lighting, new Mac and home theater capabilities, and support for Siri AI in a future software update. The ‌HomePod mini 2‌ costs $149 in the United ...
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Apple 'Welcome Home' Launch: Everything to Expect Tomorrow

Monday October 12, 2026 10:17 am PDT by
Apple's "Welcome Home" product launch is happening tomorrow. As the name suggests, Apple is going to debut new home accessories, including the long-rumored home hub. Below, we've listed all the rumors we know about the three devices Apple is set to introduce. HomeView Apple's home hub, which will be called HomeView, is a multi-function device designed for all of a home's occupants. It's...
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Apple Watch Ultra 1 vs. Ultra 4 Buyer's Guide: Is It Worth Upgrading?

Monday October 12, 2026 7:07 am PDT by
The Apple Watch Ultra 4 arrives four years after the original model. Across three subsequent generations, Apple added a brighter and larger display, satellite connectivity, new health sensors, more capable chips, and longer battery life. For owners of the original Ultra, are those cumulative improvements enough to justify upgrading now, or can their existing watch last another year? Both...
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AirPods 5 vs. AirPods 5 With Wireless Charging Case Buyer's Guide

Saturday October 10, 2026 8:00 am PDT by
Apple offers two versions of the AirPods 5: a $129 model with a USB-C Charging Case and a $149 model with a Wireless Charging Case. The extra $20 also buys longer battery life, swipe volume controls, and additional Find My features, so there are differences between the earbuds themselves as well as their cases. Both models include Active Noise Cancellation as standard, the H2 chip, the same...
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Apple Watch Series 9 vs. Series 12 Buyer's Guide: Is It Worth Upgrading?

Tuesday October 6, 2026 9:16 am PDT by
The Apple Watch Series 12 is now available, three years after the Series 9. In that time, Apple has introduced a thinner design, larger displays, faster charging, new water sensors, and a substantially more capable health sensing system. Is that enough to justify replacing a Series 9? Apple discontinued the Series 9 in 2024. The older watch still supports watchOS 27, so the decision comes...
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iPhone 13 Pro vs. iPhone 18 Pro Buyer's Guide: Is It Worth Upgrading?

Monday October 5, 2026 8:58 am PDT by
Apple released the iPhone 18 Pro and ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ Max in September 2026, five years after the iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max. The 2021 models introduced ProMotion displays, macro photography, a 3x Telephoto camera, and substantially longer battery life than their predecessors. They remain capable phones and support iOS 27, but owners now have five generations of upgrades to consider....
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Upgrading From an Older Apple Watch? Here's How the New Features Stack Up

Friday October 2, 2026 8:24 am PDT by
The Apple Watch has received some incremental updates in recent years, with significant upgrades becoming fewer and farther between as the device has progressed. Since the Apple Watch's generation-over-generation enhancements are relatively small, it is all the more important to consider when an upgrade is justified and whether an older model could suffice for your needs. The Apple Watch...
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iPhone 18 Pro Colors Buyer's Guide: Which Should You Choose?

Thursday October 1, 2026 9:01 am PDT by
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro and ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ Max models come in four distinct color options, so which should you choose? The ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ models come in Black, Silver, Glacier, and Burgundy. The aluminum and glass backs are more closely matched than on the iPhone 17 Pro, although the different materials remain somewhat visible. You should also consider if you plan to use a case with your...
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Apple's Smart Home Hub: Everything We Know So Far

Wednesday September 30, 2026 4:58 pm PDT by
Apple is working on a new smart home accessory that will serve as a hub for interacting with Siri AI, controlling HomeKit devices, watching videos, checking the calendar and the weather, and generally offering up useful information to everyone in the household. This guide aggregates everything that we know about Apple's smart home hub. Design Apple's smart home device will somewhat...
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Apple Watch SE 3 vs. Series 12 Buyer's Guide: Which Should You Buy?

Wednesday September 30, 2026 9:05 am PDT by
The Apple Watch SE 3 starts at $249, while the Apple Watch Series 12 starts at $399. The $150 difference buys a more advanced health sensing system, a larger display, longer battery life, and more options for tracking training and recovery. The two watches still share many features, including an always-on display, wrist temperature sensing, sleep apnea notifications, retrospective ovulation...
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AppleCare Guide: Is it Worth Paying For?

Tuesday September 29, 2026 9:29 am PDT by
Most Apple products come with a one-year limited warranty that covers hardware failures and manufacturing defects, and up to 90 days of complimentary technical support. To extend your coverage further, Apple offers AppleCare+ and AppleCare One, with theft and loss coverage available for eligible devices. With the added cost, service fees, and varying prices across the Apple product lineup, is...