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Apple: Putting its efforts where the money is
Appleu2019s most recent quarterly financial results spotlights a few successful areas where the company is spending money to make money.
News
AirPods Pro: Everything you need to know
Active noise cancelling, better audio performance, and silicone eartips. Wireless charging case included.
News
Report: Icon found in iOS 13.2 beta hints at newly-designed AirPods
The long-rumored u2018AirPods Prou2019 with noise cancelling and a new design may finally be close to release.
Deal
Today only, grab BeatsX wireless headphones for just $70
These bass-heavy earphones for active users come with the same fast-pairing technology you find in AirPods.
Deal
The Beats Solo3 Bluetooth headset is more than 50% off during Amazon Prime Day
When it comes to Bluetooth headphones, u201cBeatsu201d and u201cbargainu201d arenu2019t words you expect to see in the same sentence. But during this yearu2019s Amazon Prime Day, the Beats Solo3 on-ear headset is selling for its lowest price ever.
Deal
The Jaybird X4, our favorite wireless earphones, are down to an all-time-low on Amazon today
Amazon is selling the Jaybird X4 wireless sports earphones for an all-time low price of $104.64 today.
Macworld Podcast
Macworld reader hot takes on the iPhone SE, the Apple TV app, and more
We're doing a special edition of the show where we feature your hot takes from the Macworld social media feeds.
Deal
Amazon is selling the new AirPods for a big discount
You can also take $10 off the new wireless charging case.
Opinion
Apple’s ‘courage’ to remove the headphone jack has created a brave new world
Itu2019s been over two years since Apple opted to axe the headphone jack from the iPhone and guess what? Things are pretty good.
News
The Powerbeats Pro ‘totally wireless’ earphones are the most Apple product Beats has ever made
Apple has unveiled a new true wireless version of its Beats Powerbeats earphones, and thereu2019s a lot of AirPods tech inside.
News Analysis
7 things you need to know about Apple’s new AirPods
The hottest wireless headphones around are better than ever. Just don't call them AirPods 2.
News
Apple’s launch week continues as new AirPods arrive with wireless charging case, ‘Hey Siri’ support
Apple's string of product releases continues on Wednesday with the launch of the second-generation AirPods and a new wireless charging case.
Feature
AirPods compatibility: What Do AirPods work with
AirPods don't just work with iPhones, find out which Apple and non-Apple products are compatible with AirPods
Feature
Samsung’s Galaxy Buds vs. Apple’s AirPods: How do they compare on an iPhone?
Samsung now has AirPod-like buds that fit better and have a case that charges wirelessly. But which is better on iPhone?
Deal
Amazon is taking $70 off the sleek new Beats Studio3 Wireless Headphones Skyline Collection today
You can grab a pair of Beats3 Studio Wireless headphones in one of the new Skyline designs for $280.
Macworld Podcast
Apple September 12 preview, plus your comments and questions
It's official: Apple is having an event next week. What will we see from the company? We also respond to your comments and questions.
Deal
These discounted Beats urBeats3 wired earbuds don’t need a dongle to work with your iPhone
Amazon is selling the the urBeats3 wired earbuds with either a Lightning or a 3.5mm connector for $60 in a variety of colors.
News
Costco and Amazon have great deals on AirPods, hinting at possible refresh
Regardless of which retailer you buy them from, you'll be saving around 9% off the retail price.
News
Apple’s pitiful Beats Back to School promotion is slightly less pitiful this year
Apple is once again offering a free pair of Beats headphones with the purchase of new Macs and iPads Pro for its annual Back to School promotion.
Macworld Podcast
iOS 12 and macOS Mojave public betas, Apple headphone rumors, and Apple keyboard service
iOS 12 and macOS Mojave public betas, Apple headphone rumors, Apple keyboard service, and your comments and questions.
Feature
10 Father’s Day gift ideas for the Apple-loving dad
Father's Day is on June 17, and for all that dad does, show your appreciation with a nice gift, something he can use on a regular basis.
News
Rock out with a pair of Beats Solo3 wireless headphones for less than $200
Amazon is selling Beats Solo3 wireless headphones in several colors for under $200 today.
News
Take $40 off these truly wireless AirPod alternatives on Amazon
Entering a code lets you get Anker's Zolo Liberty+ true wireless headphones for $110 shipped.News
Apple’s AirPods are back in stock on Amazon, but probably not for long
There's no discount on Apple's beloved wireless bluetooth earbuds, but it's kind of a surprise to see them there in the first place.
The Macalope
Free design tip: Make it look like what Apple made
Even if it doesn't even look that great.News
Get Apple’s AirPods for $20 off at Costco today
It's not a massive deal, but $140 is a great price for a popular product that rarely goes on sale.
Feature
Apple’s over-ear noise-canceling headphones: 5 things we’d like to see
Apple's own noise-cancelling headphones will need to beat the competition in design, features, and even price.
Updated
Amazon is selling a pair of true wireless earbuds for just $33
Amazon is selling a pair go Photive TWS-01 wireless earbuds with a charging case for just $33.
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Springtime for Apple: New products we’re expecting
Will AirPower, a new iPad mini, and a new iPhone SE be revealed soon?
Macworld Podcast
iOS 12 wishlist, MacBook Air rumors, Apple headphones rumors, the end of iTunes LP
iOS 12 wishlist, MacBook Air rumors, Apple headphones rumors, the end of iTunes LP, and your comments and questions: Macworld Podcast episode 595.
News
(Expired) Get Sony’s WH-1000xM2 noise-cancelling headphones for $52 off
Amazon has a great deal on Sony's WH-1000xM2 noise-cancelling headphones, which come with some nifty features.News
Report: Apple is developing high-end noise-cancelling headphones
These over-the-ear cans would compete with Bose and Apple's own Beats brand.
More Color
AirPods: How to improve Apple’s wireless earbuds
How do you improve a product thatu2019s got so little to prove?
The Macalope
If you don’t have anything nice to say about AirPods, write it up
AirPod users are a bad word.
The Macalope
Not cool for Yule: The AirPod-killing Pixel Buds
Reports of the AirPods' death have been greatly exaggerated.
Opinion
8 things more exciting than Apple’s new iPhone
A new iPhone is nice and all, but these are the things I really want to see at the Sept. 12 Apple event.
The iPhone Show
How Apple can make the AirPods 2 even better
Could noise-cancelling AirPods ever become a reality?
News
Apple again offers free Beats for its back-to-school promo, but the iPhone is excluded
Students and faculty can rock out with a pair of Beats Solo3, Powerbeats3, or Beats X wireless earphones with most Mac or iPad Pro purchasesu2014but not the iPhone 7.More Color
How the AirPods show Apple’s frustrating and delightful quest for simplicity
Tap-tapping your earbud and asking your phone out loud to turn the volume up doesn't seem simpleu2014but would a complex series of gestures really help?
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Imagining the next 9 iOS devices
iOS isn't just for phones and tablets. Soon it'll be everywhere from your watch to your keyboard to AR glasses and a car.
Updated
Delayed BeatsX wireless earbuds on sale now for $150
The new Bluetooth headphones were codesigned by Beats and Apple, and sport a W1 chip for easier pairing with iOS.Stay Foolish
How Apple can make music sound sweeter
Apple Music is a good start, but the company should also fix iTunes, improve AirPlay, and consider getting back into the speaker game.News
Apple is developing a new connector for Lightning and USB-C headphones
Appleu2019s new Ultra Accessory Connector will allow for compatibility with other devices.
The Macalope
Serial misunderstanding: AirPods get the usual treatment
People like them. They're selling well. Let's mock them.
The Macalope
A thousand wrongs for every right: Apple praise comes with baggage
Sometimes in a rush to detail Apple's failings, mistakes get made.Feature
Apple’s AirPods survive tough workouts with no sweat
AirPods stay securely in your earsu2014yes, even on the treadmill.
The Macalope
Fire in the earhole: No, AirPods don’t spontaneously combust
The telephone game goes wrong again.
Macworld Podcast