9to5 Mac

• Apple Glasses to sport high-end designs using premium materials, at least four styles in testing
  April 12, 2026 by Benjamin Mayo
  According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, in the latest edition of his Power On newsletter, Apple is actively testing at least four different styles of frames for its upcoming smart glasses project. Apple is counting on its superior design taste to stand out from rivals like the Ray-Man Meta Glasses. The report indicates Apple is evaluating […]
• Five refurbished iPhones under $500 that still hold up well in 2026
  April 12, 2026 by Michael Burkhardt
  If you’re trying to buy a new iPhone but don’t quite want an iPhone 17, it can often be hard to find something on a tighter budget. Sure, Apple offers the iPhone 17e at $599 – but not everyone finds that to be a compelling phone. Luckily, there’s plenty of great options if you want […]
• Hands-on with Belkin’s newest 25W compact MagSafe docks for iPhone and Android users
  April 11, 2026 by Michael Burkhardt
  Belkin has just released two excellent new Qi2.2 chargers – providing 25W MagSafe charging in an ultra-compact design. Normally, these products are centered around the Apple ecosystem, but Belkin’s new 3-in-1 actually embraces modularity and gives Android users an option to bring their own watch charger. Both are very slim, and work excellently no matter […]
• This accessory lets you play Switch 2 games on your iPad or iMac display at 4K resolution
  April 11, 2026 by Michael Burkhardt
  Apple has included excellent display panels on iMacs for years, but for the longest time, there hasn’t really been a way to use it for anything other than macOS. There used to be a feature called Target Display Mode, but it’s long been discontinued. This has been a shame, since plenty of iMacs have excellent […]
• These are the best new MacBook deals right now: April 2026 Buyer’s Guide
  April 11, 2026 by Michael Burkhardt
  In the era of Apple Silicon, MacBooks are more affordable than ever. Nowadays, you can buy a MacBook Air with 512GB of storage and 16GB of memory for $1099 directly from Apple, when such a configuration would’ve cost $1599 just a few years ago. And on top of that, we have MacBook Neo bringing the […]

Macworld

• How ‘binned’ chips help Apple deliver its most affordable products ever
  April 12, 2026
  Macworld Over the past several weeks, you’ve probably heard the term “binned” when referring to the chips inside the iPhone 17e and MacBook Neo. But what does it mean? In simple terms, “binning” is the process of taking one whole group of something and separating it out by characteristics to be sold or used differently. […]
• Apple permanently shuts three Apple Store locations
  April 12, 2026
  Macworld Apple is taking the unusual step of permanently closing three Apple Store locations: Apple Towson Town Center, Apple North County, and Apple Trumbull. The stores are all temporarily closed today, according to Apple’s retail site, and will be shuttered in June. In a statement, Apple said: At Apple, we are constantly striving to deliver […]
• Apple users are trading their AirTags for this $24 alternative
  April 12, 2026
  Macworld TL;DR: Get a MagTag Ultra Slim Tracker Card that works with Apple Find My for $23.99 (MSRP $59.99). You can’t keep relying on memory to keep track of your essentials, because it works until it doesn’t. One moment, you know where your wallet or purse is, and the next, you’re scrambling and wondering if you left it […]
• Looking for a more affordable Nintendo Switch? This near-mint one is $80 off
  April 12, 2026
  Macworld TL;DR: Score a refurbished Nintendo Switch handheld bundle for $219.99 and enjoy all the features of a new console — detachable joy-cons, 6.2″ touchscreen, and portable play — without the $300 price tag. Nintendo Switch consoles are amazing, but the price can make even casual gamers hesitate. Why pay full price for a new unit when you […]
• Scapade MagPower Pro 3-in-1 Foldable 5K power bank review: Smart metal charging pack
  April 11, 2026
  Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Compact 3-in-1 power bank High iPhone recharge in tests Cons Slow wireless charging speeds Our Verdict Able to simultaneously charge your iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch, this compact—if wirelessly slow—3-in-1 power bank makes a great travel companion with enough juice to keep you going for most of a day. […]

Technology

• Elon Musk, Who Owns X, Appears to Post on TikTok
  April 12, 2026 by Ryan Mac
  A verified account with the @elonmusk handle also recently showed up on Instagram, as the billionaire prepares to take his rocket company SpaceX public.
• The Escalating Global A.I. Arms Race
  April 12, 2026 by Sheera Frenkel, Paul Mozur and Adam Satariano
  China, the U.S., Russia and others have ramped up their contest over artificial-intelligence-backed weapons and military systems. The buildup has been compared to the dawn of the nuclear weapons age.
• Molotov Cocktail Is Hurled at Home of Sam Altman, OpenAI’s CEO
  April 10, 2026 by Nicholas Bogel-Burroughs, Kalley Huang and Heather Knight
  The device burned an exterior gate of the house in San Francisco, the police said, and it was unclear whether the artificial intelligence executive was home. The authorities arrested a suspect.
• Volkswagen to End E.V. Production at Tennessee Plant
  April 10, 2026 by Jack Ewing
  The German carmaker is the latest to scale back plans for electric vehicles in favor of gasoline models.
• Have You Used A.I. Chatbots for Nutrition Advice?
  April 10, 2026 by Alice Callahan
  Whether you’re looking to manage a health condition, lose weight or simply eat better, we want to hear from you.

Personal Tech

• A.I. Chatbots Want Your Health Records. Tread Carefully.
  March 23, 2026 by Brian X. Chen and Teddy Rosenbluth
  Following rivals like Amazon and OpenAI, Microsoft is upgrading its artificially intelligent assistant to track your health. There are benefits and risks to consider.
• Paul Brainerd Dies at 78; Pioneered Desktop Publishing With PageMaker
  March 21, 2026 by Michael S. Rosenwald
  His software brought printing into the digital age, allowing users to stop manually splicing columns of text and graphics and instead create layouts on a virtual pasteboard.
• Useful Local Travel Apps to Download Before You Go Abroad
  March 19, 2026 by Ruffin Prevost
  Ride-hailing, dining and navigation apps you rely on at home may not be the best options in many countries. Here are local alternatives to download before you go.
• How to Follow the Game, Even When You Can’t See It Live
  March 18, 2026 by J. D. Biersdorfer
  When previous commitments keep you from catching your team on television, keep up with it using free apps that quietly deliver scores and more to your phone.
• 4 Apps That Make Traveling With Disabilities Easier
  March 13, 2026 by Liza Weisstuch
  Three apps and one website help travelers with a variety of disabilities identify potential obstacles, get audio descriptions in 185 languages and book custom trips.