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AirPods are nearly half off in this insane pre-Black Friday sale
Walmart is selling the 2nd-gen AirPods for just $69.
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Why wait for Black Friday when the USB-C AirPods Pro are $60 off right now?
Amazon is selling the latest model for $189.
News
Apple is planning a major AirPods overhaul in 2024
But AirPods Max might not get the changes it needs.
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Leaked Apple prototype teases an unreleased touchscreen HomePod
But it's not the touchscreen users are hoping for.
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AirPods Pro bugfix firmware 6A305 comes just a week after the last one
With the new features in iOS 17 there were bound to be a few firmware updates.
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Apple's AirPods Max killer headphones are a whopping 50% off for Prime Day
Get the Beats Studio Pro for $180.
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Best Prime Day AirPods Deals
Want to save money on a new pair of AirPods? Amazon's annual Prime Day sale is a great place to look.
News
Surprise AirPods Pro update targets Lightning and USB-C models
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How to Download YouTube Audio Mac [8 Free Ways]
This tutorial will walk you through eight simple ways how to download YouTube audio files to Mac in 8 simple ways. That includes three popular video downloader software, four online websites, and one traditional recording method.
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Get ready for iPhone 15 with $49 off AirPods Pro
Best Buy is selling the updated model for $200 before it hits shelves.
Feature
AirPods and iOS 17: Everything you need to know
Which features and coming to which models and how to update.
News Analysis
Apple’s new $19 EarPods are a smarter purchase than the $549 AirPods Max
Lossless and USB-C for less than $20.
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If you recently bought a pair of AirPods Pro 2, return them now
Apple gave the AirPods Pro a new USB-C case and some other surprising improvements.
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: Preview of the iPhone 15 'Wonderlust' event
Apple's big fall event is happening next week and in this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about what we expect to see: new iPhones, new Apple Watches, and more!
News
A new AirPods Pro case is coming because Apple loves USB-C now
But don't expect any other new features.
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AirPods: Buy now or wait?
Is this the best time to buy Apple's wireless earbuds, or are they about to become obsolete?
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Forget USB-C FOMO and save big on a new pair of AirPods right now
Amazon has slashed the price of every model ahead of the Wonderlust event.
Updated
AirPods Pro: Buy or wait?
With the second-gen AirPods Pro out now, its a good time to buy, unless you want USB-C.
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AirPods might also ditch Lightning for USB-C at Appleu2019s u2018Wonderlustu2019 event
The death of Lightning might be quick.
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Beats Studio Pro are better than AirPods Max and now $100 off
With a sale price of $249, you'd be crazy not to choose these over the AirPods Max.
How-To
How to use AirPods with PlayStation or Xbox
If you want to use your AirPods with your modern game console, you're going to have to jump through a few hoops.
Best Picks
Studio Pro vs. AirPods Max
Apple's two premium audio offerings go head-to-head to see which one is the best?
Stay Foolish
The USB-C iPhone won't fix the Lightning mess
Lightning ports will still remain in some head-scratching places.
Feature
Apple needs to scrap the AirPods Max and start over
If the Beats Studio Pro has taught me anything, it's that the next AirPods Max needs more than just an H2 chip and better sound quality.
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Get ready for iOS 17 with a pair of AirPods Pro 2 for just $199 today
Amazon is selling Apple’s high-end earbuds for $50 off.
Reviews
Beats Studio Pro review
Apple's Beats brand delivers a better overall experience at a fraction of the price.
How-To
How to delete music from an iPhone or iPad
We show three different ways to free up storage space on your iPhone by deleting unwanted albums from your music library.
News
Next generation of AirPods will focus on high-end health, hearing features
Along with a switch to USB-C, Apple's earbuds will gain a temperature sensor, according to a new report.
Best Deals
Best HomePod deals
HomePod discounts are few and far between, but if anyone is discounting Apple's Siri-powered speaker you will find the details here.
News
FCC filing suggests Apple is launching an AirPods Max competitor from Beats
Apple's new over-ear Beats Studio Pro headphones are seemingly moving closer to release.
How-To
How to pair AirPods with a Nintendo Switch (without an adapter)
Game on the go without disturbing passers-by, and without being limited by annoying wires.
Reviews
Beats Studio Buds + review: Better than AirPods (but not AirPods Pro)
The newest Beats earbuds have a better design than the AirPods Pro, but Apple's high-end buds are still the best choice for most Apple users.
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This AirPods sale makes it a great time to upgrade your earbuds
Amazon is slashing the price of every model—even EarPods.
Stay Foolish
Three WWDC software announcements that hint at new Apple home gear
Apple has staked a few meager claims in the past but hasn't really invested in expanding over the past several years. That may be about to change.
News
AirPods noise cancellation is about to become a lot smarter
New adaptive audio features will automatically allow through important sounds and mute the unimportant ones.
Mac 911
How to prep a HomePod for sale
Itu2019s not critical, but itu2019s always a good idea to break all connections with you.
News
New Beats Studio Pro headphones spotted
After more than five years, a new pair of over-the-ear Beats headphones are finally on the way.
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Amazon AirPods sale slashes prices on every model just in time for summer
Get the 2nd-gen AirPods Pro for $200.
News Analysis
Apple needs to change the way AirPods get updates
Another AirPods firmware update has arrived–but it's anyone's guess when you'll get it.
News
The last AirPods firmware update was way more important than we thought
A Bluetooth bug was patched that could let an attacker gain access to your headphones.
News
Apple releases firmware for AirPods, Beats, and the MagSafe charger
The latest firmware highlights the frustration with updating these devices.
News
Apple hasn't forgotten about its EarPods as USB-C version is reportedly on the way
An updated version of Apple's wired earbuds is 'in mass production' ahead of iPhone 15 launch.
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Apple’s AirPods Pro killer launches May 18, according to Amazon leak
The new Beats Studio Buds+ will cost $170.
Mac 911
How to know whether you're streaming or directly controlling a HomePod
Appleu2019s media players, accessible via the Control Center, let you see and choose how youu2019re sending audio.
How-To
How to set up your HomePod to send alerts when a smoke alarm sounds
Your HomePod can send a notification to your iPhone and Apple Watch when it hears a smoke alarm going off.
Macworld Podcast
Macworld Podcast: We want these Apple products more than the headset
The chatter about the companyu2019s headset is getting louder. But the reality is, Apple has other products in the pipeline. We talk about these products in this episode of the Macworld Podcast!
News
Apple caps off string of updates with tvOS and HomePod 16.4.1 releases
Apple's last two devices get minor updates.
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Apple's week of updates continues with new firmware for all AirPods models
Here's how to update your earbuds and headphones.
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