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Amazon has introduced a few discounts on every model of the iPad mini 5, starting with the 64GB Wi-Fi model at $349.99, down from $399.00. The 256GB Wi-Fi model is also on sale for $499.99, down from $549.00. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. Amazon's sale has ...

Apple today updated its Apple Support app to version 4.1, introducing new language and Accessibility improvements to make the app more available to everyone, along with a new feature to make it easier to check in for appointments. Apple has also expanded the number of locations that allow the Apple Support app to add a pass to the Wallet app when a Genius Bar appointment is scheduled at an Ap...

Have you received an unexpected notification on your Apple device saying that your Apple ID and phone number are now being used for iMessage and FaceTime on a new Mac, iPhone or iPad? If the answer is yes, there's no need to panic. The message doesn't necessarily mean anything malicious has happened to your Apple account. In fact, in the vast majority cases, there's a simple explanation for ...

In March 2020, Apple updated its popular iPad Pro lineup, introducing a faster A12Z Bionic processor, dual rear cameras, a new LiDAR scanner for improved augmented reality capabilities, improved audio, and an optional Magic Keyboard accessory that adds a trackpad to the iPad for the first time. Although the previous 2018 models are no longer sold by Apple, they tend to be readily available ...

Twitter today announced the official rollout of its new Quote Tweets feature, which is designed to make tweets about a tweet easier to located. Twitter is now calling retweets with comments Quote Tweets, and Quote Tweets are now visible when tapping into a tweet and selecting the "Quote Tweets" option to see all quoted replies in one spot. Viewing Quote Tweets shows the original tweet...

eBay this week is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a new coupon that takes 25 percent off 25 brands on the website from eligible sellers. As with all eBay purchases, this means that some of the products in the sale aren't being sold from first party sources, and might be used or refurbished. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with eBay. When you click a link and make a purchase, we...

Apple's HomePod has returned to the price of $199.99 today at Best Buy. This popular sale is a solid $99 discount on the original $299.00 price of the HomePod, and it's one that Best Buy has offered a few times throughout 2020. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Best Buy. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. ...

Verizon and T-Mobile today have solid offers on Apple's iPhone 11 family of smartphones, allowing customers to get models like the iPhone 11 Pro at no cost. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. Verizon For Verizon, you can get the 64GB iPhone 11 Pro...

There are a few accessory sales that remain ongoing this week, including discounts on Apple's official iPhone cases, iPad keyboard accessories, and all models of the AirPods. Every discount today can be found on Amazon, and no discount codes are required to access the sales. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a...

Twelve South today launched the BookBook Cover for iPad Pro, a new leather accessory for the ‌iPad Pro‌ and Magic Keyboard. With the new case, an ‌iPad Pro‌ and Magic Keyboard are protected by two hardback case covers, a rigid spine, reinforced corners, and dual zippers. As with previous BookBook products from Twelve South, the accessory is designed to look like a vintage hardcover novel,...

Today you can get the AirPods with Charging Case (Wired) for $129.00, down from $159.00 on Amazon. This is about $1 shy of the lowest price that we've ever tracked for a new pair of Apple's regular AirPods, and it's currently the best price online. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps...

Amazon has introduced a few discounts on every version of Apple's iPad mini 5, starting with the 64GB Wi-Fi model at $349.99, down from $399.00. The 256GB Wi-Fi model is also on sale for $499.99, down from $549.00. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. We've seen...

Level Home today announced the launch of the Level Touch, a follow up to its invisible Level smart home lock that's meant to look like a traditional lock with a minimalist design. The Level Touch features the same unassuming design and minimal footprint as the Level, so it doesn't impact the look of the door like many other smart locks on the market. It is unrecognizable as a smart lock...

Disney's upcoming movie "Mulan" will be available for purchase in the Disney+ app on iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV, as noted by an FAQ on Disney's website highlighted by Deadline. On September 4, Disney+ subscribers can purchase "Mulan" for $29.99 in the Disney+ app on platforms owned by Apple, Google, and Roku. "Mulan" is what Disney is calling a "Premier Access" movie, which is not included...

Today we've collected a few iPhone and iPad accessories that are on sale at places like Amazon and Verizon. In the sales, you'll find discounts on Apple's official Smart Battery Cases, silicone cases, Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro, AirPods Pro, and more. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which...

Following the release of iOS 13.6.1 on August 12, Apple has stopped signing iOS 13.6, which means downgrading to that version of iOS is no longer possible. iOS 13.6 was a major update that introduced Car Keys support Apple News audio, and other features. Apple routinely stops signing older versions of software updates after new releases come out in order to encourage customers to keep...

Amazon today has the 256GB Wi-Fi iPad Air (Silver) from 2019 for $549.99, down from an original price of $649.00. This $99 discount is a match of the previous low price seen on this model of the iPad Air, and Best Buy is offering the same discount. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps...

Apple today seeded the fifth beta of an upcoming tvOS 14 software update to its public beta testing group, allowing non-developers to try the software ahead of its fall public release. The fifth beta comes two weeks after the release of the fourth beta. Public beta testers can download the new update by opening up the Settings app on the Apple TV, navigating to the Software Updates section...