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Happy birthday, Apple! We're celebrating 50 years of Apple with a look back on some of our favorite products, coverage, and interviews.

Apple
Happy birthday, Apple! We're celebrating 50 years of Apple with a look back on some of our favorite products, coverage, and interviews.

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Apple's Next Big Bet Could Reportedly Be Home Security Cameras, With a Twist

Instead of recording video, Apple's security cams will act as sensors using AI.

By Jibin Joseph
Apple logo outside Apple store in Munich, Germany

The Best Apple AirPods to Buy in 2026

Apple sells four types of AirPods, including three sets of earbuds and one pair of headphones. We compare them all to help you determine which is right for you.

By Eric Zeman
Apple AirPods 5 with Wireless Charging Case

Buying the iPhone Duo? This Preorder Hack Can Save You Time at Checkout

While preorders begin on Oct. 16, Apple will open a 'get ready' window on Oct. 12 that allows you to lock in purchase details for faster checkout. (Yes, you can preorder your preorder.)

By Jibin Joseph
iPhone Duo

AT&T Urges iPhone 18 Pro Max Users to Update iOS to Fix Cellular Issues

Following complaints about failed calls, texts, and cellular data, AT&T tells those with Apple's high-end smartphone to 'update to iOS 27.0.1 immediately.'

By Jibin Joseph
iPhone 18 Pro Max burgundy

Apple TV Hit by Hours-Long Outage: Here's What Happened

The streaming service has been experiencing an outage since 4:43 p.m. ET.

By Jibin Joseph
Apple TV logo as seen on the streamer's App Store page

Is Apple Intelligence Stealing Your Mac's Storage? Here's How to Turn It Off

It turns out that privacy comes at a cost. Apple's AI models take up a lot of space on iPhone and Mac, but what can you do about it?

By Jason Cohen
woman on Macbook frustrated at cafe

Apple Mac Studio M5 Ultra vs. M3 Ultra: Should You Upgrade, or Hold the Line?

Does your workflow merit splurging for Apple's compact M5 Ultra power machine? I tested the latest Ultra-level Mac Studios to see how they stack up on performance.

By Brian Westover
Apple Mac Studio (2026, M5 Ultra)

Meta VR Glasses vs. Apple Vision Pro: Can $1,300 Glasses Dethrone a $3,700 Headset?

You can buy nearly three pairs of Meta VR Glasses for the price of a single Apple Vision Pro. Is Apple's higher-resolution display worth the extra $2,400 and neck strain?

By Will Greenwald
Meta VR Glasses vs. Apple Vision Pro: Which Is the Future of VR?

I Tried Apple's New AI Health Coach and It Called Out My Biggest Physical Weakness

I spent two days testing Apple's new camera-guided fitness assessments. It ruthlessly exposed my lack of flexibility.

By Andrew Gebhart
Strength testing with the Apple Health app

Apple Home Hub Reportedly Launches on Oct. 13. Here's What We Know

The smart home hub, expected next month, will serve as a hub for all your home controls.

By Jibin Joseph & Bee Wertheimer
Apple CEO John Ternus

Batteries Make AirPods 5 More Repairable Than Older Models, But Not By Much

Switching from soldered batteries to pronged ones gets Apple's latest earbuds a 2/10 repairability rating from iFixit, up from 0/10 for previous versions.

By Jibin Joseph
AirPods 5 case and stems

The Best External Hard Drives and SSDs for Mac in 2026

Running out of storage space, or looking for a smart way to back up your Mac? We've tested the top options to help you choose the best Apple-friendly SSD or hard drive for your needs.

By Tony Hoffman & Tom Brant
LaCie External Hard Drive

Apple Final Cut Camera Adds Support for iPhone 18 Pro's Variable Aperture Lens

Built for video pros, Final Cut Camera has tools to use ProRes codecs and sync timecode across several devices for easy multicam editing. Today's update taps new features in the iPhone 18 Pro.

By Jim Fisher
iPhone 18 Pro running Final Cut Camera

Apple Mac mini M6 vs. M5 Pro: Which Compact Mac Is Best for You?

I've tested both of Apple's 2026 Mac mini models, so I know exactly who should buy Apple's smallest desktops. Here's how the M6 and M5 Pro Mac mini compare on performance, price, and other key traits.

By Joe Osborne
Mac mini M6 vs Mac mini M5 Pro

Apple's Latest iOS 27 Update Fixes Face ID Bug on iPhone 18 Pro

The iOS 27.0.1 update also fixes the freezing issue many users experienced after making quick swipes across the Control Center and notifications menu.

By Jibin Joseph
iPhone 18 Pro Max

This App Turns an iPhone Duo Into a Retro Walkman Cassette Player

A video showcasing the 'Duo-Man' app has gone viral for its ability to turn Apple's foldable iPhone into a retro music player.

By Michael Kan
Duoman app

Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs. iPhone Duo: To Fold or Not to Fold, That Is the Question

If you're ready to upgrade your iPhone, choosing between Apple's safe and proven 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max and the new folding iPhone Duo is a tough call. We have the details that can help.

By Florence Ion
Apple iPhone Duo

With iOS 27, Apple Is Quietly Setting the Stage to Paywall Your iPhone

Apple has introduced an excellent conversational AI assistant, but it also exposes an uncomfortable corporate playbook that could soon monetize your mobile.

By Gabriel Zamora
iPhone Duo, opened, home screen (left) and app (right)

Your iPhone's Vibration Tech Cost Apple $5.7B in Damages After Patent Lawsuit

The dispute concerned the tech that makes iPhones and Apple Watches vibrate when you interact with them.

By James Peckham
The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max

New iPad 12 Leak Reveals Key Specs, Backs Apple Intelligence AI Support

The upcoming iPad will come with the A19 chip, 8GB of RAM, the C1X modem, and the N1 networking chip, reports MacRumors.

By Jibin Joseph
iPad 11th generation