• Buckle and Band offers a new take on designer Apple Watch bands for sophisticated owners

    Silicone straps, plastic leather, and Apple's introduction of FineWoven accessories aimed at reducing its carbon footprint have left those looking for a solid luxury Apple Watch band without many options -- until now. Buckle and Band's Apple Watch bands are made to last. Buckle and Band meets that demand with a vast catalog of designer watch bands made from quality materials, such as stainless steel and genuine leather. These Apple Watch bands don't cut corners and are ideal for those...

  • Best Apple Watch deal: Score 25% off an Apple Watch Series 9 at Amazon

    The Apple Watch Series 9 is available for the low price of $299, saving you $100. That's the newest Apple Watch's lowest price yet.

  • Apple Watch Series X might get new and thinner motherboard material

    A new supply chain rumor claims that Apple will switch to thinner resin-coated copper motherboards for a future Apple Watch, echoing previous reports of the same coming to the iPhone 17. Apple Watch Series 9 Resin-coated copper (RCC) is exactly what it says it is -- a thin film of copper, coated in resin. It replaces the typically green, grey or black nonconductive bonding sheet material on motherboards. In October 2023, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said Apple would adopt it for the iPhone...

  • Apple announces event on May 7 amid reports of launch of new iPads

    Apple will hold an event on May 7, the company said on Tuesday, amid reports that it would roll out the long-anticipated revamped versions of iPad Pro and iPad Air next month. The Cupertino, California-based company did not disclose details about the event that would start at 7 a.m. PT (2 p.m. GMT). Bloomberg News reported in March that Apple's overseas suppliers had ramped up production of the new iPads and a launch was planned for early May. The new models would represent Apple's first...

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    amBand Bands Compatible with Apple Watch 9/8/7 45mm, Now 40% Off

    The amBand Bands Compatible with Apple Watch 9/8/7 45mm, M1 Sport Series is a product that combines functionality with style, giving users an impressive accessory that offers unmatched protection for the Apple Watch. Currently discounted by 40%, it presents a fantastic opportunity for Apple Watch owners to elevate their smartwatch's sustainability and lifespan. Beyond the attractive price point, though, this protective cover has a multitude of exciting features. One standout aspect of this...

  • Apple Announces 'Let Loose' Event on May 7 Amid Rumors of New iPads

    Apple has announced it will be holding a special event on Tuesday, May 7 at 7 a.m. Pacific Time (10 a.m. Eastern Time), with a live stream to be available on Apple.com and on YouTube as usual. The event invitation has a tagline of "Let Loose" and shows an artistic render of an Apple Pencil, suggesting that iPads will be a focus of the event. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. The event invitation does not mention an in-person component, with Apple inviting the media...

  • Apple Releases New Firmware for USB-C Apple Pencil

    Apple today released a firmware update for the USB-C Apple Pencil that came out last year. The new firmware has a version number of 10M6060, up from 10M5164. On device, the updated firmware version number will be 37377.37377.16.0. There is no word on what features, fixes, or updates might be included in the new firmware, and Apple does not offer release notes for ‌Apple Pencil‌ software releases. The USB-C ‌Apple Pencil‌ is nearly identical in design to the ‌Apple Pencil‌ 2, but it is...

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    Apple Watch Series 9 vs. Series 8: Which model should you buy?

    The Apple Watch Series 9 is on sale for $299 right now, but is it worth it to upgrade? We break down all the features of the Watch Series 8 compared to the Watch Series 9.

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    Apple slashes Apple Watch Series 9 prices down to just $299

    If you have an iPhone and you are thinking about buying an Apple Watch, now seems like a good time to do so since the latest model, Series 9, is down to its lowest price of just $299.

  • Apple iPad event 2024: Watch Apple unveil new iPads right here

    We’re still well over a month out from WWDC, but Apple went ahead and snuck in another event. On Tuesday, May 7 at 7 a.m. PT/10 a.m. ET, the company is set to unveil the latest additions to the iPad line. According to the rumor mill, that list includes: a new iPad Pro, iPad Air, […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

  • Apple's FineWoven case and Apple Watch band lineup may have been cut short

    A new rumor claims that Apple has shut down the FineWoven production lines for good, possibly spelling the doom of the controversial accessory material. Apple's FineWoven iPhone case Apple put a big marketing push behind its leather alternative FineWoven. The material debuted during the iPhone 15 event, and looked good -- when brand new. It just never lived up to the hype. And now, Apple appears to be done with the material. In a post on X, accessory curator Kosutami posits that...

  • Apple Watch Series 9 Now Available on Apple's Refurbished Store in U.S.

    Apple today began selling certified refurbished Apple Watch Series 9 models in the U.S. for the first time since the device was released in September. The refurbished Series 9 models are discounted by approximately 15% compared to the equivalent brand new models, with pricing starting at $339, down from $399. A variety of configurations are available as of writing. Apple says it puts all of its refurbished products through a thorough cleaning process and inspection, and performs full...