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The 14-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro 24GB/1TB is $239 Off

Samantha Wiley — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:23:51 +0000

The device is powered by the M5 Pro Chip to provide you with extremely fast performance when using the device, major components, and Apple Silicon powering the device are made to handle heavy AI workloads such as AI interference and training. The MacBook Pro features a 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR Display with a 1 million […]

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iPhone X Deemed Obsolete by Apple

Samantha Wiley — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:22:45 +0000

The 2018 15-inch MacBook Pro and iPhone X have been declared Obsolete by Apple, adding the products to the list of obsolete products. The iPhone X was launched in November 2017; it was the first iPhone to feature Face ID and an OLED display. It had a premium design with a stainless steel frame and […]

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Advanced Manufacturing Center in Houston Opens

Samantha Wiley — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:21:39 +0000

Ahead of the production for the Mac Mini this year, the Advanced Manufacturing Center in Houston, Texas, was opened by Apple. This is the same facility in Houston where AI servers are made by Apple. Medium and small businesses are able to pay a visit to the facility that is 20,000 square-foot for educational sessions […]

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Potential Staggered Release for Foldable iPhone

Samantha Wiley — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:20:36 +0000

In the United States, the foldable iPhone’s release could be staggered over the next few months, with the availability exclusive to the market in said region. Local carriers and one big retailer have been told that the upcoming foldable iPhone will not be shown during the release of the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max […]

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The Apple Watch SE 3 44mm GPS is $30 Off

Samantha Wiley — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:16:40 +0000

The Apple Watch SE 3 is a versatile fitness powerhouse with Workout Buddy through Apple Intelligence. It provides you with metrics across your workouts, step count, and more. It provides you with insight into your health, tracking sleep, potential sleep apnea, low or high heart rate, and irregular rhythm. The watch has safety features capable […]

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Screen Protector for Foldable iPhone Leaked

Samantha Wiley — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:15:26 +0000

Videos and images of screen protectors for the upcoming foldable iPhone were shared by Ice Universe. The protector features square corners on its sides that would be placed beside the hinge. Rumors were circulating about the device featuring a hinge located on one side, with the photo seemingly confirming this. Instead of matching the display […]

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Apple Manages to Find Lower Prices for Display

Samantha Wiley — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:14:18 +0000

Apple has bagged a deal for an OLED Display priced lower for the iPhone 18. Samsung and LG will be paid by Apple $68 per panel made for the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max models. The price has been cut down from $110-$120. Apple is aggressively pushing for lower prices for displays in […]

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Nick Gatten Hired by Apple

Samantha Wiley — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:10:42 +0000

Nick Gatten, former vice president of American Airlines, has been hired by Apple to take on the role of vice president of government affairs. He will take on some duties from Katherine Adams, the senior vice president who will be retiring at the end of the year. Apple felt that Gatten was a Republican whom […]

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The AirPods Max 2 is $100 Off

Samantha Wiley — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:40:05 +0000

The next-generation AirPods Max is powered by the H2 chip to provide you with deep bass and high-quality audio. The earphones feature personalized Spatial Audio, placing sound all around you for an immersive listening experience. Enjoy 1.5x more Active Noise Cancellation to immerse yourself in the moment during workouts, movies, and games. Adaptive Audio adjusts […]

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BOE Looking For Secondary Role for Refreshed iPad Air

Samantha Wiley — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:38:56 +0000

BOE, a Chinese panel manufacturer, is rumored to want a share of the supply chain for OLED for the upcoming refreshed iPad Air, looking for a role in sourcing just behind the main supplier. BOE will be using the B12 fab located in Chongqing, the place where the sixth-generation production line for OLED panels is […]

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Upcoming iPhone 18 Pro to Have 256GB Base Storage

Samantha Wiley — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:37:41 +0000

The upcoming iPhone 18 Pro is rumored to have a starting storage of 256GB. The bill of materials for the upcoming device is estimated to be about 40% more than the previous model. Pricing for the A20 Pro chip and storage is anticipated to be higher. In the United States, the iPhone 18 Pro and […]

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Screen Components Now Being Stocked Up By Apple

Samantha Wiley — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:36:01 +0000

Apple has extended the duration of holding on its OLED panels in response to the increased component prices. The four-week buffer for the display has been extended to six weeks. Apple in the past has treated its inventory as something to be minimized instead of being stocked up on, as they feature one of the […]

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