9to5 Mac

• Apple releases beta 3 for iPadOS 26.4, watchOS 26.4, and more
  March 2, 2026 by Ryan Christoffel
  Apple has just released a new lineup of beta software, with developer beta 3 arriving for iPadOS 26.4, watchOS 26.4, visionOS 26.4, and more more…
• Apple releases iOS 26.4 beta 3 for iPhone with upcoming features
  March 2, 2026 by Zac Hall
  Apple has released the third iOS 26.4 beta version for iPhone. iOS 26.4 includes a number of exciting new features and changes, including AI-powered Apple Music updates. more…
• iPhone 17e is here and it solves the iPhone 16e’s biggest problem
  March 2, 2026 by Chance Miller
  Apple announced the iPhone 17e today with a handful of key updates, including increased base storage, the A19 chip, and the C1X modem. For me, however, one update stands out from the rest: MagSafe. more…
• Deals: AirPods 4 ANC 35% off, all Apple Watch Series 11 models $100 off, iPad mini, iPad Air, more
  March 2, 2026 by Justin Kahn
  Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation back down at one of the lowest prices: $119 shipped (35% off). But we also have all of the standard GPS Apple Watch Series 11 case options back to all-time lows from $299 ($100 off) as well as the latest iPad mini […]
• HBO Max and Paramount+ to be merged into one streaming service
  March 2, 2026 by Ryan Christoffel
  Paramount is acquiring Warner Bros. Discovery after beating Netflix’s purchase offer, and CEO David Ellison just shared what that means for the companies’ two streaming platforms: HBO Max and Paramount+. more…

Macworld

• Apple’s March announcements aren’t even close to done
  March 2, 2026
  Macworld Last week Apple boss Tim Cook promised this would be a “big week” of product announcements, and the company has wasted no time in getting the ball rolling. So far today we’ve covered the iPhone 17e (pros: MagSafe and an A19 chip; cons: the MagSafe doesn’t get top charging speeds and the A19 is […]
• Apple March event live blog: Every new product as it happens
  March 2, 2026
  Macworld Aside from the launch of the AirTag 2 last month, it’s been a quiet year for Apple so far. But all that’s about to change this week. On Wednesday, Apple will hold a “special experience” in London, Shanghai, and New York City following a “big week” of announcements that all kick off on Monday. […]
• Hello, the iPhone 17e is actually a good buy
  March 2, 2026
  Macworld Apple kicked off its product launch week this morning by unveiling the iPhone 17e and iPad Air M4. While we initially expected the company’s latest entry-level smartphone to pack relatively minor upgrades, it actually brings more than half a dozen improvements. These include a stronger, more vibrant design, an enhanced camera, MagSafe support, faster […]
• The M3 iPad Air with 5G is $150 off
  March 2, 2026
  Macworld There may be a new iPad Air on Apple’s website, but you’ll need to be a detective to find what’s new. So why not get an M3 model on sale instead, like this $150 discount on the 11-inch M3 iPad Air with 5G, dropping the price from $749 to $599 and the best we’ve […]
• Apple iPad Air M4 (2026) Complete Guide: Release date, price, specs & what’s new
  March 2, 2026
  Macworld Apple introduced the M4 powered iPad Air via a press release on March 2, 2026. The M4 iPad Air refresh mainly updates performance, memory, and wireless connectivity, while many elements – including design, screen tech, accessory support, storage entry point, and price – closely match the previous M3 iPad Air. Read on for all […]

Technology

• The Pentagon’s Favorite Tech Guy Is This Hawaiian Shirt-Wearing Founder
  March 2, 2026 by Sheera Frenkel and Cade Metz
  Palmer Luckey, who founded the defense tech start-up Anduril, has become the It Guy as President Trump aims to modernize the U.S. military with autonomous weapons.
• How Talks Between Anthropic and the Defense Dept. Fell Apart
  March 2, 2026 by Sheera Frenkel, Cade Metz and Julian E. Barnes
  The Pentagon and Anthropic were close to agreeing on the use of artificial intelligence. But strong personalities, mutual dislike and a rival company unraveled a deal.
• Reporters Seek Comment. What Happens Next May Surprise You.
  March 2, 2026 by Mike Abrams
  Accurate journalism requires full and fair reporting. It means pushing hard to hear from those you’re writing about.
• Paramount Won Over Warner Bros. Now for the Regulators.
  March 2, 2026 by David McCabe
  Global officials are expected to closely examine the $111 billion deal, which ties together two entertainment powerhouses, over potential competition issues.
• Bring On Defunct: The iPod Enthralls Young Music Listeners
  March 1, 2026 by Kalley Huang
  It’s not exactly going analog, but people looking to move away from streaming say Apple’s old device is a small step away from constantly being online.

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.