Apple Releases Beta Firmware Updates for AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4

Apple today released new beta firmware updates for both AirPods 4 models and the AirPods Pro 2 with both Lightning and USB-C charging cases. The firmware has a build number of 7E5067b, and it is only available to developers at the current time. It is not immediately clear what new features or changes are included […]

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iPhone SE 4 Dummies Feature iPhone 14-Style Design With No Action Button or Camera Control

Apple is planning to introduce a new version of the iPhone SE this year, and alleged dummy models are starting to leak out. Sonny Dickson today shared some images of an ‌iPhone SE‌ 4 dummy model, giving us insight into what it could look like. For those unfamiliar with dummy models, they are non-functional mockups […]

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iOS 18.3 Temporarily Removes Notification Summaries for News

With the iOS 18.3 update, Apple made several changes to the Apple Intelligence Notification Summaries feature that aggregates incoming notifications into a single quick-access message. For now, Notification Summaries for the News and Entertainment category have been temporarily disabled, and Apple is working on improvements. Notification Summaries for news will return in a future software […]

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Apple Changes Trade-In Values for iPhones, iPads, Macs, and More

Apple today adjusted estimated trade-in values for select iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch models in the U.S., according to its website. Some values increased, while others decreased. The changes were not too significant, with most values rising or dropping by $5 to $50. We have outlined some examples below: Device New Value Old Value […]

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Powerbeats Pro 2 Filed in Regulatory Databases Ahead of 2025 Launch

In September, Apple said that it would be launching Powerbeats Pro 2 in 2025, and now further evidence of the wireless earbuds has surfaced. Powerbeats Pro 2 images found in iOS 18 code Apple submitted Powerbeats Pro 2 regulatory documents to the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in mid-December. The documents were made available to […]

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Apple Smart Home Hub Launch Possibly Delayed Until Later in Year

Apple’s long-rumoured smart home hub or “command center” may not arrive in the spring as previously expected, according to Bloomberg‘s Mark Gurman. We’ve heard various rumors and reports about Apple developing an all-in-one smart home management hub. The device is said to feature a square-shaped 7-inch display, a FaceTime camera and speakers, and a new […]

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Best Apple Deals of the Week: AirPods Pro 2 Drop to $179.99, AirTag 4-Pack Hits $69.99, and More

This week saw notable discounts on a few Apple products, including the AirPods Pro 2 and AirTag 4-Pack at Amazon. For accessories, if you’re on the hunt for Apple Watch bands or USB-C charging accessories, we’re also still tracking big deals from Woot and Anker today. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of […]

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New ‘iPhone 17 Air’ Rumors: Ultra-Thin 5.5mm Design, No SIM Card Slot

The so-called “iPhone 17 Air” model expected to launch later this year will have an ultra-thin design that is 5.5mm at its thinnest point, according to the latest information shared by reputable Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. In a blog post today, Kuo added that the device will lack a physical SIM card slot, […]

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AirPods Pro 2 Get First Notable Discount of the Year at $179.99 ($69 Off)

Amazon today has Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 for $179.99, down from $249.00. This is the first time in 2025 that the headphones have dropped under their typical sale price of $189.99, and Amazon is providing a mid-January delivery date for most United States residences. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click […]

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