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Apple event on 23 March, says well-known leaker
AirTags, iPad Pro, AirPods and Apple TV are all ready to go, says Jon Prosser.
How-To
How to check AirPods Max battery level
Quickly get a precise AirPods Max battery percentage with these simple tips.
News
New Apple products coming in March 2021
From new iPads to the AirPods 3, and from an upgraded Apple TV to the AirTags tracker: here's what to expect from Apple in March
Opinion
Why I switched from Apple Music to Spotify
Spotify understands the importance of podcasts; Apple doesn't. That's why I decided to make a change
Deal
Forget the rumors and save big on the AirPods Pro right now
Amazon's Woot is selling the AirPods Pro for $190, less than the MSRP for the regular AirPods.
How-To
How to replace a lost AirPod
One of your AirPods gone missing? Here's how to replace it without buying a completely new set
News
Leaked photos reveal ‘AirPods 3’ design
Images purport to show updated version of Apple's wireless headphones with shorter stems and silicone ear tips
News
The Apple TV app is now available on Chromecast with Google TV
Users of the $50 Chromecast with Google TV can download the Apple TV app to the device and get access to Apple TV+ show such as Ted Lasso, The Morning Show, Palmer, and The Snoopy Show.
How-To
How to stop Apple Music autoplaying extra songs
Sick of those 'similar' songs tacked on to the end of an album or playlist? Turn off Apple Music's autoplay feature
Opinion
Why Apple HomeKit can be a bigger player in the Smart Home market
Appleu2019s been on the front lines of the burgeoning smart home market, and it may finally be taking it up a notch.
Best Picks
Best Bluetooth wireless earbuds
Here's our pick of the best Bluetooth wireless earbuds, including 13 great alternatives to Apple's AirPods
More Color
The Mac’s audio and AirPods support needs to be more like iOS
And now that Apple silicon is here, it's time to redefine what Sleep means, too.
Deal
Still waiting on AirPods Pro? Get a pair for cheaper than ever
Amazon's Woot is selling a pair of AirPods Pro with a full 1-year Apple warranty for just $190 today.
How-To
How to stop AirPods connecting to other iPhones & iPads
Do your AirPods randomly start playing audio from other people's devices? Here's how to turn off automatic switching
News
New AirPods Pro ‘in first half of 2021’ – supplier
Industry sources suggest that a large order of parts from Apple means new AirPods Pro are coming soon
Deal
Apple’s fantastic AirPods Pro go on sale for their holiday price
Amazon is selling the AirPods Pro for $50 under the MSRP.
News
iFixIt: AirPods Max craftsmanship makes competition look like toys
iFixIt has completed its disassembly of the AirPods Max: is amazed at how repairable they and even forgives the high price
News
Apple ‘planning subscription service for Podcasts’
Apple could offer exclusive ad-free podcasts to compete with Spotify, SiriusXM and Amazon podcasts
News
AirPods Max users experiencing battery issues
Following latest software update some users report that the AirPods Max battery has dived to 0 or 1 percent in just a few hours
News
New AirPods Pro set for launch in April
AirPods Pro will soon get a new design, and come in two different sizes
Feature
Apple report card: How we grade everything released in 2020
Apple launched a lot of new products in 2020. Here's what we think of all of them.
Reviews
AirPods Max review: Opulent audio that shouldn’t cost so much
Apple's high-end headphones look, sound, and feel great, but the price isn't right.
News
AirPods Max ‘suffer from condensation’ – reports
Cold weather and cold metal combine to cause condensation to appear inside of the headphones
News
AirPods Pro 2 could come in two sizes
Leaked component suggests AirPods Pro may get a new design and come in two different sizes
News
AirPods Max release date, price & specs
Apple's new over-ear headphones, the AirPods Max, are available to buy right now (if you are lucky)
News
18-watt charger now works with HomePod mini
Great news for anyone who has such a power adapter lying around
Reviews
If Santa didn’t bring new AirPods Pro, buy a pair for super cheap right now
Amazon's Woot is selling AirPods Pro for $189, cheaper than they're ever been.
News
New Apple products coming in January 2021
From the third-gen AirPods and a powerful new Apple TV to the AirTags and M1 iMac, we round up the new Apple products to look out
Updated
AirPods FAQ: Everything you need to know about Apple’s wireless earphones
How to get your AirPods set up, control your music with Siri, switch between devices, and more.
News
AirPods Max case ‘not required for low-power mode’
Apple clarifies AirPods Max power management, and explains what triggers the headphones' two different low-power modes
How-To
How to reset AirPods Max to factory settings
Having problems with your AirPods Max? Here's how to reset them
News
New Apple AirPods coming in the spring
Third-gen AirPods with AirPod Pro-like design will launch in 2021
News
AirPods Max first impressions are in – and they’re mixed
Reviewers' early impression of the AirPods Max is one of cautious scepticism
News
AirPods Max impressions roundup: A great fit with ‘really good sound’ and a terrible case
Those lucky enough to get their hands on a pair of AirPods Max headphones aren't sure they're worth the hefty price tagu2014but they're definitely nice.
Macworld Podcast
AirPods Max: Apple’s new headphones
Apple had one more thing for us this year: the AirPods Max. We talk about Apple's pricey new headphones on this episode of the Macworld Podcast.
News
Why the AirPods Max lack the U1 chip
Apple’s ultra wideband chip – the U1 – is apparently missing in the AirPods Max. One can only speculate about the reasons
News
Are the AirPods Max really worth £549/$549?
Apple's new over-ear headphones look good, but the company has its work cut out demonstrating value for money
Opinion
Apple’s AirPods Max are ridiculously overpriced, even if they deliver audiophile quality sound
Apple launched its new studio-style AirPods Max on Tuesday and theyu2019re not just expensive, theyu2019re overpriced.
How-To
How to stream Apple Music through your Google Nest smart speaker or Android phone
You can now use your Apple Music subscription as the default service on Google Nest smart speakers and Android phones. Here's how to set it up.
Reviews
HomePod mini review: Small sound and familiar frustrations
Appleu2019s new HomePod mini is smaller and cheaper than the original HomePod, but has many of the same issues.
News
Patent: Control your AirPods with a wink or smile
Will AirPods soon be controlled via facial gestures and silent commands?
Deal
AirPods Pro are down to an insane $170 right now
Amazon is selling AirPods Pro for a ridiculously low $170 right now.
News
HomePod mini owners complain of Wi-Fi problems
Apple's new smart speaker seems to be suffering from growing pains
Reviews
HomePod mini review
Get most of the HomePod's audio quality, and all of its smart features, at a fraction of the price
News
AirPods could gain walkie-talkie chat feature
Patent shows how people wearing AirPods will be able to link up and chat, combining Intercom and Walkie-Talkie features
News
Apple launches glow-in-the-dark Beats headphones
Apple subsidiary Beats has launched luminous green Powerbeats in collaboration with Ambush and you can buy them now
News
Don’t bet on getting AirPods Studio for Christmas
Nothing's impossible, but the evidence is against a December launch for Apple's over-ear headphones
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