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Best iPad apps to boost productivity and make your life easier | TechCrunch

iPads have evolved into versatile productivity tools with numerous apps available to enhance organization and focus.

fromwww.wired.com

Our Favorite iPad Is $50 Off

The 2025 11-inch iPad offers significant upgrades at a discounted price, making it ideal for casual use like streaming and web browsing.

Productivity

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Best iPad apps to boost productivity and make your life easier | TechCrunch

iPads have evolved into versatile productivity tools with numerous apps available to enhance organization and focus.

This Windows Laptop Makes The MacBook Neo Look Overpriced

The HP OmniBook 5 offers superior specifications and features compared to the MacBook Neo at a lower price point.

Mobile UX

fromGSMArena.com

Nothing Phone (4a) Pro review

Nothing Phone (4a) Pro features improved build, display, chipset, and design over the regular Nothing Phone (4a).

Wearables

The Smallest E-Reader You Can Buy Now Snaps Right Onto Your iPhone - Yanko Design

Xteink's e-reader utilizes MagSafe to provide a second screen for iPhones, enhancing functionality beyond typical accessories.

#apple

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Arts

From scrappy startup to tech giant, Apple celebrates its 50th year

Tech industry

The RAM crisis is Apple's best chance in decades to capture the PC market

Apple is well-positioned to leverage the current RAM shortage to enhance its market presence with products like the MacBook Neo.

Silicon Valley

fromFortune

Steve Jobs sold his Volkswagen to raise $1,300 for Apple's first computer. He became a millionaire just two years later at 23 | Fortune

Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak sold personal belongings to fund the creation of Apple, leading to the launch of the Apple I in 1976.

20 hours ago

Apple's best product ever

Apple's 50th anniversary was marked by ranking its 50 best products based on over 1.6 million votes.

21 hours ago

Engadget Podcast: How Apple keeps redefining personal computing at 50

Apple remains committed to personal computing as it celebrates its 50th anniversary.

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iPhone 17 Pro Max At Rs. 1,02,900 in Apple 50th Anniversary Sale

Apple Authorized Reseller Imagine Store offers significant discounts on iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch models in India for Apple's 50th anniversary.

fromwww.npr.org

Arts

From scrappy startup to tech giant, Apple celebrates its 50th year

Tech industry

The RAM crisis is Apple's best chance in decades to capture the PC market

Apple is well-positioned to leverage the current RAM shortage to enhance its market presence with products like the MacBook Neo.

Silicon Valley

fromFortune

Steve Jobs sold his Volkswagen to raise $1,300 for Apple's first computer. He became a millionaire just two years later at 23 | Fortune

Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak sold personal belongings to fund the creation of Apple, leading to the launch of the Apple I in 1976.

20 hours ago

Apple's best product ever

Apple's 50th anniversary was marked by ranking its 50 best products based on over 1.6 million votes.

21 hours ago

Engadget Podcast: How Apple keeps redefining personal computing at 50

Apple remains committed to personal computing as it celebrates its 50th anniversary.

fromGadgets 360

iPhone 17 Pro Max At Rs. 1,02,900 in Apple 50th Anniversary Sale

Apple Authorized Reseller Imagine Store offers significant discounts on iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch models in India for Apple's 50th anniversary.

Best Amazon Spring Sale laptop deals 2026

Amazon's Big Spring Sale offers significant discounts on laptops, with many models still available at reduced prices.

fromBig Think

Why fixing your gadgets often costs more than replacing them

The fix, he told me, was temporary - he didn't have the right part and couldn't get it. This experience revealed a broader shift in how modern products are designed, sold, and owned - one that increasingly treats repair as optional and replacement as inevitable.

Renovation

17 hours ago

Xiaomi Pad 8 Review: The $310 Tablet That Feels More Expensive - Yanko Design

Xiaomi Pad 8 offers a premium experience with a 3.2K display and Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset at an affordable price.

fromGSMArena.com

This case adds a Lightning port to the Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Ken Pillonel, a freelance hardware prototyping consultant, designed a case that adds a Lightning port to the iPhone 17 Pro, allowing users to charge with existing Lightning cables.

Mobile UX

Don't Forget About the iPad Air in the Hubbub Over the MacBook Neo

The iPad Air remains a powerful and enjoyable tablet, despite competition from the iPad Pro and MacBook Neo.

Lenovo's $799 Puck-Shaped PC Weighs 600g and Drives 4 Displays - Yanko Design

Mini PCs like Lenovo's Yoga Mini i Gen 11 offer powerful performance in a compact, aesthetically pleasing design, catering to modern workspace needs.

Samsung's $400 Tab Keyboard Costs More Than Apple's: Worth It? - Yanko Design

Samsung's Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra Pro Keyboard enhances productivity with premium build quality and features, addressing past accessory shortcomings.

5 days ago

MSI Prestige 14 Flip AI+ Review: A Solid 2-in-1 Laptop With Some Glaring Flaws

MSI's Prestige 14 Flip AI+ offers utility but suffers from significant design flaws affecting user experience.

Do Apple's new AirPods Max 2 beat the Airpods Pro 3? I've tried both, here's my take

AirPods Max 2 are ideal for Apple power users, while AirPods Pro 3 suit iPhone users better.

#macbook-neo

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4 days ago

Apple

MacBook Neo review: the budget Apple laptop powered by an iPhone chip

Gadgets

MacBook Neo review: the Mac for the masses

Apple

MacBook Neo just set a new bar for cheap laptops - and rattled the PC market

Review: A weekend with MacBook Neo

Apple's $599 MacBook Neo delivers a full Mac experience at an affordable price point, handling everyday tasks and advanced applications despite performance limitations compared to higher-end models.

fromBusiness Insider

Tech YouTuber MKBHD says the MacBook Neo is Apple's 'most disruptive product' in years

Apple's $599 MacBook Neo is the company's most affordable laptop, featuring an A18 Pro chip and aluminum chassis that delivers premium build quality at a budget price point.

MacBook Neo vs. Mac Mini: I compared Apple's $599 models, and the choice is easy for me

Apple's $599 MacBook Neo offers an affordable, complete laptop package with portability and 10+ hour battery life, while the Mac Mini provides more processing power but requires separate peripherals and additional investment.

fromwww.theguardian.com

4 days ago

MacBook Neo review: the budget Apple laptop powered by an iPhone chip

Apple's new MacBook Neo offers high-quality features at a lower price, challenging the PC industry with its A18 Pro chip.

Gadgets

MacBook Neo review: the Mac for the masses

MacBook Neo just set a new bar for cheap laptops - and rattled the PC market

Apple's MacBook Neo resets the budget PC baseline below $800, threatening both Windows PC makers and Chromebooks with a high-quality, affordable alternative.

Review: A weekend with MacBook Neo

Apple's $599 MacBook Neo delivers a full Mac experience at an affordable price point, handling everyday tasks and advanced applications despite performance limitations compared to higher-end models.

fromBusiness Insider

Tech YouTuber MKBHD says the MacBook Neo is Apple's 'most disruptive product' in years

Apple's $599 MacBook Neo is the company's most affordable laptop, featuring an A18 Pro chip and aluminum chassis that delivers premium build quality at a budget price point.

MacBook Neo vs. Mac Mini: I compared Apple's $599 models, and the choice is easy for me

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Apple's controversial Fitness VP Jay Blahnik is retiring

Approximately 10 out of the 100 employees under his leadership had reportedly sought extended leaves of absence for mental health concerns since 2022.

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For $200 more, you can get a MacBook Air

The MacBook Air was pivotal in shaping modern laptops despite initial skepticism and high price.

1 week ago

I've tested every MacBook Air in recent years - here's why the time to upgrade is now

The MacBook Air has evolved with significant hardware upgrades, making it a strong competitor to the Pro model and suitable for a wider audience.

The MacBook Air M5 starts at $1,099, up $100 from the M4

Apple released a refreshed MacBook Air with M5 chip, doubled base storage to 512GB, and increased the starting price to $1,099.

4 days ago

For $200 more, you can get a MacBook Air

The MacBook Air was pivotal in shaping modern laptops despite initial skepticism and high price.

1 week ago

I've tested every MacBook Air in recent years - here's why the time to upgrade is now

The MacBook Air has evolved with significant hardware upgrades, making it a strong competitor to the Pro model and suitable for a wider audience.

The MacBook Air M5 starts at $1,099, up $100 from the M4

Apple released a refreshed MacBook Air with M5 chip, doubled base storage to 512GB, and increased the starting price to $1,099.

Everything is iPhone now

The iPhone revolutionized technology by transforming limitations into opportunities, focusing on perfecting key features despite initial constraints.

fromEsquire

Tim Cook (Still) Believes in Crazy Ideas

The man's voice is menacing, and British, as he says, 'Today we celebrate the first glorious anniversary of the Information Purification Directives' in a 'garden of pure ideology, where each worker may bloom secure from the pests obeying contradictory thoughts.'

Apple

fromKotaku

Apple's Piss-Colored MacBook Neo Is My Ideal Budget Laptop

Apple's new $600 Macbook Neo offers an affordable entry point into Apple laptops with a 13-inch display, A18 Pro chip, and appealing design, addressing a gap in the budget laptop market.

4 weeks ago

Lenovo ThinkPad vs. Apple MacBook: Which is the better laptop for you?

ThinkPads prioritize function and durability with reliable keyboards and extensive ports, while MacBooks excel at creative tasks with seamless ecosystem integration, making the choice dependent on individual work priorities and preferences.

1 week ago

Xiaomi Returns to Laptops After Four Years with a MacBook Air Rival That Outclasses It on Paper for $1,275 - Yanko Design

Xiaomi's Book Pro 14 targets the MacBook Air's weaknesses with superior specs and more ports, marking a strategic return to the laptop market.

#macbook-air-m5

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Apple's 'Just Right' Goldilocks MacBook Is the One Most People Should Buy

Apple

MacBook Air M5 review: a small update for the 'just right' Mac

Apple

M5 MacBook Air Review: A Laptop With Real Middle Child Energy

Apple

The new MacBook Air debuts with a $50 gift card as the M4 model hits its best price

fromArs Technica

New MacBook Airs come with M5, double the storage, and higher starting prices

Apple refreshes MacBook Air with M5 chip, doubles base storage to 512GB, and raises starting prices by $100 across 13-inch and 15-inch models.

Apple

The new MacBook Air M5 costs $100 more - here's what that gets you

Apple's 'Just Right' Goldilocks MacBook Is the One Most People Should Buy

The M5 MacBook Air remains the best all-around laptop recommendation, balancing performance, price, and features between the entry-level MacBook Neo and premium MacBook Pro.

MacBook Air M5 review: a small update for the 'just right' Mac

The 2026 MacBook Air gains M5 chip, Wi-Fi 7, and larger base storage, maintaining excellence while costing $100 more, now positioned as a middle-tier option between the new $500-cheaper MacBook Neo and premium MacBook Pros.

M5 MacBook Air Review: A Laptop With Real Middle Child Energy

The M5 MacBook Air occupies a crowded middle position between the affordable MacBook Neo and powerful MacBook Pro, offering solid performance for demanding tasks but facing positioning challenges in Apple's expanded laptop lineup.

The new MacBook Air debuts with a $50 gift card as the M4 model hits its best price

Apple's new M5 MacBook Airs offer double the base storage and improved connectivity, but cost $100 more; discounted M4 models provide similar performance at lower prices.

fromArs Technica

New MacBook Airs come with M5, double the storage, and higher starting prices

Apple refreshes MacBook Air with M5 chip, doubles base storage to 512GB, and raises starting prices by $100 across 13-inch and 15-inch models.

The new MacBook Air M5 costs $100 more - here's what that gets you

Apple released the MacBook Air M5 with a $100 price increase to $1,099, featuring double the base storage at 512GB, faster SSDs, and a 10-core CPU and GPU processor.

Now that we have the MacBook Neo, could Apple make a Mac Neo desktop?

Apple could create an affordable $399 Mac desktop with A-series chip, 8GB RAM, silent operation, and USB-C connectivity to attract Windows users and serve as an entry point to Apple's ecosystem.

MacBook Neo vs. MacBook Air: How I'm deciding between Apple's entry-level laptops

The MacBook Neo and 13-inch Air are budget-friendly alternatives with similar sizes and weights, but differ significantly in price, processor, RAM, and features.

#budget-laptop

Apple

MacBook Neo review: Apple laptop is perfect for cash-strapped students

Apple

The $599 MacBook Neo is Shaking Up the PC Industry: 6 Best Alternatives - Yanko Design

Apple

Apple's MacBook Neo: First reviews and analyst reactions

MacBook Neo Review: No Other Budget Laptop Can Compete

Apple's $600 MacBook Neo offers exceptional value for budget-conscious consumers despite hardware limitations, featuring an iPhone chip and minimal storage but premium build quality.

The MacBook Neo Cuts (Most of) the Right Corners

Apple's $599 MacBook Neo is a budget laptop that makes strategic compromises, delivering strong value with a vibrant design and sharp display despite limitations in memory, storage speed, and keyboard features.

Apple launches a new 599 budget MacBook aimed at students

Apple launches the MacBook Neo, a budget laptop priced at £599 featuring the A18 Pro chip, 13-inch display, and multiple color options targeting students.

MacBook Neo review: Apple laptop is perfect for cash-strapped students

Apple's new MacBook Neo costs £599 with impressive features including Apple Intelligence, 16-hour battery life, and A18 Pro chip, making it an affordable alternative to premium laptops.

The $599 MacBook Neo is Shaking Up the PC Industry: 6 Best Alternatives - Yanko Design

Apple introduces the MacBook Neo at $599, marking its first entry into the budget laptop market, directly challenging Chromebooks and Windows machines with premium design and performance.

Apple

Apple's MacBook Neo: First reviews and analyst reactions

MacBook Neo Review: No Other Budget Laptop Can Compete

Apple's $600 MacBook Neo offers exceptional value for budget-conscious consumers despite hardware limitations, featuring an iPhone chip and minimal storage but premium build quality.

Apple

The MacBook Neo Cuts (Most of) the Right Corners

Apple launches a new 599 budget MacBook aimed at students

Apple launches the MacBook Neo, a budget laptop priced at £599 featuring the A18 Pro chip, 13-inch display, and multiple color options targeting students.

Apple's $599 MacBook Neo its most fixable lappy in a decade+

Apple's new MacBook Neo offers significantly improved repairability compared to recent MacBooks, using screws instead of glue and featuring modular, replaceable components.

It looks like Macs are becoming the value option

Apple's M5 MacBook Pro delivers over three times the multi-core performance of M1 systems and six times the AI compute, exceeding Moore's Law projections and eliminating thermal throttling issues for sustained high-performance tasks.

I reviewed the MacBook Neo, ask me anything

A MacBook Neo review and subscriber AMA will occur at 11AM PT/2PM ET, with the reviewer available to answer questions about Apple's new $599 laptop featuring an iPhone chip and other MacBook models.

fromIntelligencer

Apple Is Finally Making Cheap Computers

Apple is aggressively entering budget market segments with new affordable products like the $599 iPhone 17E and $599 MacBook Neo, maintaining low prices despite rising production costs.

fromTechRepublic

Apple Calls New M5 MacBook Pro Its Most Powerful Laptop Yet

Apple's M5 chips deliver up to 4x faster AI performance, doubled base storage, Wi-Fi 7 connectivity, and up to 24-hour battery life in new MacBook Air and Pro models.

fromTheregister

Apple jacks up MacBook pricing with M5 Pro, Max debut

Apple raised MacBook Pro prices by $200 and MacBook Air prices by $100, offsetting DRAM shortage costs with doubled storage while introducing heterogeneous multi-die M5 chip architecture.

Apple unveils its next-gen M5 family of Mac laptops

Apple released M5 MacBook Air, M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pros, and new Studio Displays, featuring chips engineered for AI with up to 30% faster performance and 4X faster AI operations.

A cheap MacBook is the perfect way for Apple to win over Windows users

Apple should launch an affordable MacBook at $699-$799 to attract Windows users frustrated with Microsoft's AI focus and problematic recent updates.

Apple's new 'cheap' MacBook aims at the budget market, but there's a deeper motive

Apple's new affordable 13-inch MacBook is rumored to feature a low-power A18 processor -- the same chip found in the iPhone 16 Pro -- rather than the typical M-series processors used in MacBooks. This would allow it to keep costs low, particularly if paired with more modest hardware such as a less flashy display and a smaller form factor.

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fromGSMArena.com

Entry-level MacBook reportedly launching next month in multiple color options

An entry-level MacBook with an A18 Pro chip, LCD display, aluminum chassis, multiple color options, and sub-$1,000 pricing will debut in March.

fromEntrepreneur