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One of the last Beats Pill+ speakers Apple ever made goes on sale today
Stussy is making a limited edition Bluetooth speaker.
Updated
Best wireless earbuds: Free yourself from the tyranny of cords
We put popular Bluetooth wireless and true wireless earbud models through their paces to find the best in the bunch.
Feature
Six products Apple needs to stop selling in 2022
There are more than a few products in Apple's catalogue that should unceremoniously be shown the exit.
Best Deals
Where to find the best AirPods prices today
We scour the web for the best prices on AirPods, AirPods Pro and Beats Studio Buds.
News
How 6GHz Bluetooth could transform AirPods Pro 2
In an interview Apple's VP of Acoustics has discussed the limitations of Bluetooth and other things holding back the AirPods.
Deal
Massive AirPods sale slashes prices of every model to near-all-time-lows
Amazon has slashed the price of every AirPods model, with all-time-low pricing on the AirPods Pro and second-gen AirPods.
News
Google slams Apple over 'ineffective' privacy tool
Android Privacy Sandbox will do things differently when it releases… in two years.
News
Chrome OS Flex brings iCloud to old MacBooks
Google has introduced Chrome OS Flex, which gives new life to an obsolete Mac or PC.
News
New Apple acquisition could bring real-time remixes straight to your ears
Apple reportedly buys UK startup AI Music.
Different Think
Apple's fashion distortion field makes no sense–unless you're in it
Gucci's dubious AirPods Max case illustrates the gap between the worlds of tech and fashion.
Best Picks
The Best Beats Headphones For 2022
With many pairs to choose from, we review and rank Beats headphones
Deal
AirPods are back to their insane Black Friday low prices
Amazon has slashed the price on 2nd-gen AirPods and AirPods Pro.
News
Apple discontinues its only portable speaker
The Beats Pill+, a portable wireless speaker made by Apple-owned Beats Electronics, has been discontinued.
News
Google gives up on beating iMessage, now it wants Apple to join Android
Android chief Hiroshi Lockheimer has attacked Apple over its iMessage "lock-in" strategy.
Feature
Apple Music Voice Plan vs Apple Music: The differences
Here's what you need to know about the cheaper Apple Music plan and how it compares to the original.
News
The 2nd-gen AirPods Prou2019s killer feature could be lossless audio
Ming-Chi Kuo reports that Apple is working on a new wireless system to deliver lossless audio to the AirPods Pro.
Stay Foolish
Apple's headset is hiding right in front of our eyes
Let's look at what Apple is doing right now that might clue us in to where it's headed with augmented and virtual reality.nn
Reviews
Universal Audio Volt 276 Studio Pack review
A studio/podcast pack for budding podcasters that can shave loads of time off your productions.
Deal
Grab the new AirPods 3 in time for Christmas at an all-time-low price
Costco is selling a pair of 3rd-gen AirPods for $140, slashing $35 off the MSRP and promising delivery in time for Christmas.
News
AirPods Pro 2 launch pushed back to end of 2022
Will launch in the fourth quarter of next year, not the third as previously reported.
News
These gorgeous AirPods CT scans show Apple’s earbuds in a whole new light
Scan of the Month has used CT scans to showcase the AirPods inner beauty.
Mac 911
How to fix AirPods roaming behavior among your devices
Apple made it easy for AirPods, AirPods Pro, and AirPods Max to shift among all your devices, even when you donu2019t want that.
Deal
AirPods have dropped to unbelievable all-time-low prices for Cyber Monday
Amazon is offering deep discounts on all AirPods models heading into Black Friday.
News
iFixit: AirPods 3 and latest Beats are irreparable, but…
You'll break them just by opening them, but the battery is no longer soldered onto the board so that's a good news for recycling.
News
Three new HomePod mini colours now on sale
Apple is finally selling the HomePod mini in three new colours: yellow, orange and blue.
Best Deals
Where to buy the HomePod mini
Apple's budget smart speaker will soon be available in three new bold colours. We're looking at where you can buy one.
Deal
Grab the Apple AirPods Pro for just £170 from Amazon Spain – that’s £68 off!
You can save nearly £70 on the AirPods Pro if you know where to look!
News
Celebrities start bizarre new trend for wired headphones
Dig out your old EarPods for that classic tangled-up experience.
How-To
How to fix AirPods disconnecting from iPhone
If your AirPods keep disconnecting mid-call or while you're listening to music, follow these steps to fix the problem
Best Picks
AirPods Pro vs Beats Fit Pro
Apple's best AirPods aren't AirPods at all. (But they kind of are.)
News
AirPods Pro 2 launch pushed back to third quarter of 2022
The wait goes on for the next version of Apple's popular AirPods Pro earbuds, which came out in 2019!
Stay Foolish
Three products that could transform Apple in 2022
In the tech business, you're only as good as your next move. No company can afford to rest on its laurels, and even Apple, with all of its success, is not an exception.
Deal
Apple’s AirPods are down to $89
Walmart is knocking $40 off the price of the 2nd-gen AirPods, bringing them down to $89.
Mac Gems
Airfoil review
Solo or to multiples, Airfoil lets you point your Mac’s audio output where you want to nearly any connected or networked device.
Reviews
Beats Fit Pro review: Better than AirPods Pro
You get all the features of AirPods Pro with better fit, sound, and battery life. And they cost less, too.
News
New Apple job advert hints at ‘homeOS’ launch plans
Second 'leak' this year points to secret operating system in development – or a rebranding for HomePod OS.
Macworld Podcast
Macworld Podcast: Why you should buy the Apple Watch Series 7 or the new AirPods
Apple recently released the new Apple Watch Series 7u00a0and theu00a0third generationu00a0AirPods.u00a0Should you investu00a0in either product?u00a0Find out in this episode ofu00a0the Macworld Podcast.u00a0
News
Apple stops selling multiple Beats headphones models
Production of the Powerbeats3, Beats Solo Pro and Beats EP has now ceased.
Deal
AirPods Pro with the MagSafe charging case are down to $190
Amazon is selling the AirPods Pro with the new MagSafe charging case for $220, slashing $29 off the MSRP.
Reviews
AirPods (3rd gen) review
With better sound, fit, and features, the third-gen AirPods are the upgrade you've been waiting for.
News Analysis
The new Beats Fit Pro are basically a preview of the 2nd-gen AirPods Pro
The new Fit Pro are Beats' version of the AirPods Pro.
News
Apple discontinues several Beats headphones amid launch of Beats Fit Pro
The older models are being retired as newer products take their place.
News
Apple is now shipping new HomePod mini colors to match your iMac
Blue, orange, and yellow in addition to white and space gray.
Reviews
AirPods 3 (2021) review: Great-sounding, long-lasting
Improved battery life and water resistance, support for Spatial Audio and Find My… Apple's new AirPods have lots of pluses.
Deal
The pink AirPods Max are $120 off today
Crutchfield is selling Apple's AirPods Max headphones for $429 today.
Reviews
AirPods 3 (2021) vs AirPods 2 (2019)
Apple's new AirPods 3 cost £50/$50 more than the second-gen models. Are the upgrades worth it?
News
Complete guide to Apple’s new 2021 AirPods!
Apple has announced brand-new AirPods. We reveal what they look like, how much they cost, and much more.