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Sorry, Intel's new chip won't help PCs beat MacBook Neo
A fast, affordable CPU is nice, but there's more to it than that.
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Apple's biggest win last week made the fewest headlines
The "father of Apple silicon" could've walked, but Cook and Ternus convinced him to stay.
Opinion
Please, John Ternus, bring back the Mac event
The first thing Apple's new CEO needs to change about the Mac has nothing to do with the Mac itself.
The Macalope
Apple is doomed because John Ternus isn't Elon Musk
Let's imagine how badly Apple's CEO transition could have gone.
Apple Breakfast
Apple's new CEO is just the right amount of Steve Jobs
Apple needs a perfectionist again. John Ternus looks like one.
Opinion
Why John Ternus is the right pick at the right time
John Ternus will soon be Apple’s new CEO, but what do we know about him and what does the future hold for Apple fans? Here’s what could be on the way.
News Analysis
Tim Cook's reward for exemplary service? The worst job in the world
Forget those boring products. Apple is freeing up its CEO's time to work as a full-time presidential liaison.
The Macalope
John Ternus is not inheriting your father's Apple
The success of the MacBook Neo and the iPhone put Ternus in on top.
Apple Breakfast
RIP Cosmic Orange. You were too fun for this world
Popular color looks set to be replaced by something more grown-up on the next generation of pro iPhones.
Updated
The App Store isn't protecting users anymore
The Ledger Live and Freecash incidents remind us that whatever Apple's app-vetting procedure is, it's not working.
Opinion
Apple's Mac lineup is nearly perfect. It's just missing some Magic
Apple’s made-for-Mac Magic accessories should be the perfect add-ons for new Mac buyers, but after all this time, they still don’t live up to their name.
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The iPhone 4 and the scandals that rocked Apple
The iPhone 4 debuted in spectacular and infamous fashion, generated one of Apple's most remarkable controversies, and also ended up being one of the most influential iPhones in terms of design.
News Analysis
Microsoft's cheapest laptop now costs nearly twice as much as Apple's
But could it be a harbinger for Apple?
The Macalope
All of a sudden, everyone is doomed except Apple
The MacBook Neo is turning the whole PC world on its head.
Apple Breakfast
If the iPhone Fold fails, you can blame the Air
There's nothing like a $2,000 product to expose customers' true priorities.
Opinion
Apple's first touchscreen MacBook is coming. I don't want it
Apple’s rumored touchscreen MacBook Pro could have a raft of exciting features. Despite that, I doubt it’ll be enough to tempt me to buy one.
News Analysis
Why the MacBook Neo 2 may arrive sooner than expected
A new report suggests that MacBook Neo sales have been so strong that Apple is already running low on chip supply.
The Macalope
Apple's new AI problems have nothing to do with Siri
Apple faces two new lawsuits stemming from its loose AI rules.
Apple Breakfast
Apple's 51st year could be even better than its first 50
All the news, rumors, and tips you missed last week.
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Thanks for the wild ride, Apple. Let's keep it going
Longtime Apple journalist and Macworld columnist Jason Snell reflects on a long career on the day of Apple's 50th anniversary.
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: Memories of Apple on its 50th anniversary
On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about our favorite Apple memories, the moments that defined the company, where it’s at now, and what to expect in the future.
Opinion
Apple employee 50th schwag includes T-shirt, pin, poster, and Paul McCartney
That's it? That's all the employees of a 4 trillion-dollar company get?
Opinion
Dear Apple, I have two wishes for World Backup Day
They're actually the same wishes I've had for years. How bout it?
Apple Breakfast
10 unsung Apple heroes
As Apple celebrates its 50th anniversary, meet 10 of the lesser-known people who helped it get this far.
The Macalope
Even PC users have caught MacBook Neo fever
PC OEMs and Microsoft have a tough nut to crack trying to compete with the MacBook Neo.
Apple Breakfast
The iPhone 17e is bad in a really good way
Value for money is all about picking your battles.
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How 50 years of moving fast and breaking stuff led to MacBook Neo
Apple's first budget laptop is a classic example of what it does best: Change.
The Macalope
Apple's real intelligence? Winning the waiting game
While its competitors burn cash on AI, Apple is taking its usual slow and steady approach. And it's paying off.
Apple Breakfast
At 50, Apple is finally starting to Think Different
The venerable company has learned a new trick: Delivering affordable products without sacrificing quality.
Different Think
The fix for MacBook Neo's worst flaw is on your wrist
The Apple Watch will securely unlock your Mac and authenticate requests without Touch ID.
The Macalope
Don't worry, Apple isn't going all practical
Two cheap products in one week do not represent a fundamental change in company strategy.
Opinion
Steve Jobs would have loved MacBook Neo
The MacBook Neo is shockingly affordable, but it doesn't skimp on quality.
Apple Breakfast
MacBook Neo makes me want an iPhone Neo
The MacBook Neo proves Apple can do cheap, just not with the iPhone.
News Analysis
Why Apple didn’t launch a new budget iPad this week
The absence of a new low-cost tablet likely isn't a delay, but rather part of a strategy.
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: MacBook Neo, iPhone 17e, M5 Pro and M5 Max, and more new Apple products
This past week, Apple released the new iPhone 17e, M4 iPad Pro, new MacBooks, and more, and held its Apple Experience event. We’re covering it all on this episode of the Macworld Podcast.
Opinion
The toughest MacBook Neo decision? Whether to spend $100 on a button
On the MacBook Neo, Touch ID costs extra. Is it worth it?
News Analysis
The MacBook Neo is hiding in plain sight
The new MacBook Air specs and pricing help to understand where Apple's cheap MacBook fits in the lineup.
Different Think
The worst thing about the iPhone 17e? It's not pink enough
Apple has picked an underwhelming color to match its underpowered chip.
The Macalope
Apple's cheap is better than most companies' good
The iPhone 17e and upcoming MacBook are the gold standard for standard devices.
News Analysis
Apple's March announcements aren't even close to done
In terms of sheer volume this is shaping up to be a big week for Apple fans.
News Analysis
Hello, the iPhone 17e is actually a good buy
While the iPhone 17 remains a solid value, the ‘e’ edition delivers a reliable experience for 25% less.
Apple Breakfast
Apple's 'big week' promises a great deal of not much
The announcements will come thick and fast, but there's a reason why Apple isn't holding an event.
Opinion
A cheap laptop is the shakeup the MacBook lineup needs
Apple's upcoming budget laptop could send ripples of change throughout the MacBook lineup.
Opinion
Apple's cheap MacBook only has one job
Something's been missing from the MacBook lineup, and it's time Apple brought it back: Fun.
News Analysis
Apple’s low-cost MacBook may skip these features (but you won't miss them)
Apple appears to be reusing older components to make its most affordable Mac yet.
The Macalope
Apple's AI products are all doomed. Wanna guess why
A pendant, a doorbell, smart glasses? No one wants that.
Apple Breakfast
Apple's cheap MacBook will be how cheap, exactly?
A sub-$500 MacBook is a nice idea, but budget seekers might need to recalibrate their expectations.
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: MacBooks are coming! Cheap MacBooks are coming!
Apple has something cooking for March 4, and the signs indicate we are getting the laptop we’ve been waiting for. We’re talking about the upcoming event and new developments in Apple AI hardware on this episode of the Macworld Podcast.
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