9to5 Mac

• Sketchy report claims Apple fell for Samsung negotiating ploy on memory
  February 26, 2026 by Ben Lovejoy
  Apple almost always gets the better part of any negotiation with its suppliers, but a sketchy report claims that this wasn’t the case when it came to buying RAM from Samsung. The report says Samsung had asked for a 100% increase in price, expecting to negotiate down to 60%, but Apple’s desperation was such that […]
• Apple Pay set for biggest ever expansion, likely to boost iPhone sales
  February 26, 2026 by Ben Lovejoy
  Apple Pay has reportedly grown to become the second largest payment processing service in the world after Visa, handling 9.5 trillion transactions for more than 800 million customers. Those numbers now look set for a significant boost as Apple prepares for its biggest ever expansion of its mobile wallet service … more…
• Apple Maps adds detailed F1 experience ahead of 2026 season
  February 25, 2026 by Chance Miller
  The 2026 F1 season begins next month, and it’s Apple’s first season with exclusive streaming rights in the United States on Apple TV. In celebration of the kickoff, Apple has added a gorgeous new Apple Maps experience for the Formula 1 Qatar Airways Australian Grand Prix 2026 — with more to come. more…
• 9to5Mac Daily: February 25, 2026 – Touchscreen MacBook Pro rumors, Apple Card latest
  February 25, 2026 by Seth Kurkowski
  Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by BenQ: Check out BenQ’s smarter displays made for how Mac users actually work and sign up for the giveaway here. more…
• iOS 26 has made Apple Passwords the only password manager I need
  February 25, 2026 by Ryan Christoffel
  iOS 26 is packed with big and small changes, three of which have enabled me to make Apple’s Passwords app my one and only password manager. more…

Macworld

• BMX SolidSafe Air 5K Review: The thinnest Qi2 magnetic power bank we’ve tested
  February 26, 2026
  Macworld At a glance Pros Super slim Impressive battery power Our Verdict The SolidSafe Air is easily the slimmest semi-solid-state 5K Qi2 power bank you can buy—indeed, in our experience, it’s the slimmest magnetic wireless power bank full stop. And it impressed us in our iPhone recharging tests. Price When Reviewed This value will show […]
• A cheap MacBook is the shakeup Apple’s laptop lineup needs
  February 26, 2026
  Macworld Everything we know about the MacBook is about to change. There have been widespread rumors that Apple is about to shake up its laptop range in the most significant way since it introduced the failed 12-inch MacBook in 2015. And after many months of speculation, it now feels like a near-certainty that a budget […]
• Statik SmartCharge Pro Review: 15K all-in-one power bank charger for MacBook, iPhone
  February 26, 2026
  Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Multi-function charging tool 60W GaN USB-C wall charger 15W wireless charger 15K laptop power bank Built-in USB-C cable Orange model is cool Cons Too chunky for a pocket 60W won’t fast-charge MacBooks Our Verdict With 15K power bank, 60W laptop charging cable & port plus handy iPhone/Watch/AirPods wireless charger, […]
• Best Thunderbolt and USB-C docking stations for your MacBook 2026
  February 26, 2026
  Macworld Plug your MacBook in and out of a multi-port laptop docking station to swiftly add multiple devices and external displays with just one cable connection to your laptop. We tested the top contenders to find the best Thunderbolt and USB-C docks available to owners of the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro. Thunderbolt, USB4 or […]
• This $24 slim tracker pulls off the things an AirTag can’t
  February 26, 2026
  Macworld TL;DR: The MagTag SmartCard has the same Apple Find My tracking ability — just flat enough to forget it’s there. Once upon a time, AirTags were revolutionary, until you put one in a wallet and suddenly feel like you’re carrying a stack of poker chips. The problem was never tracking — it was shape. The MagTag Ultra […]

Technology

• The A.I. Videos on Kids’ YouTube Feeds
  February 26, 2026 by Arijeta Lajka, Christina Shaman, Melanie Bencosme and June Kim
  The YouTube algorithm is pushing bizarre, often nonsensical A.I.-generated videos targeting children. Our video journalist Arijeta Lajka explains why experts say that these videos could affect their cognitive development, and how parents can identify this type of content.
• When Chatbots Are Used to Plan Violence, Is There a Duty to Warn?
  February 26, 2026 by Kashmir Hill
  People are revealing sensitive personal information to A.I. chatbots — including plans to commit violent acts.
• A.I. Complicates Old Internet Privacy Risks
  February 26, 2026 by Brian X. Chen
  Artificial intelligence is convenient and easy to use, but you should think about what you say to the chatbots.
• How A.I.-Generated Videos Are Distorting Your Child’s YouTube Feed
  February 26, 2026 by Arijeta Lajka
  Experts caution that low-quality, A.I.-generated videos on YouTube geared toward children often feature conflicting information, lack plot structure and can be cognitively overwhelming — all of which could affect young children’s development.
• A.I. Dating Apps Complicate China’s Efforts to Boost Birthrate
  February 25, 2026 by Alexandra Stevenson, Murphy Zhao and Meaghan Tobin
  As China grapples with a shrinking population and historically low birthrate, people are finding romance with chatbots instead.

Personal Tech

• A.I. Complicates Old Internet Privacy Risks
  February 26, 2026 by Brian X. Chen
  Artificial intelligence is convenient and easy to use, but you should think about what you say to the chatbots.
• How to Watch Free Live Television on Your Phone or Tablet
  February 22, 2026 by J. D. Biersdorfer
  Whether by app or old-school antennas, budget-friendly options abound.
• How the A.I. Boom Could Push Up the Price of Your Next PC
  February 12, 2026 by Don Clark and Loren Elliott
  A.I. companies are buying up memory chips, causing the prices of those components — which are also used in laptops and smartphones — to soar.
• A.I. Personalizes the Internet but Takes Away Control
  February 10, 2026 by Brian X. Chen
  The relentless addition of artificial intelligence in popular apps raises questions about what’s at stake. The answer: the future of the internet and its lifeblood, digital advertising.
• After Australia, Which Countries Could Be Next to Ban Social Media for Children
  February 3, 2026 by Lynsey Chutel
  Nations like France, Spain, Malaysia and Denmark are considering barring young people from platforms like Facebook and TikTok amid fears about their potential harm.