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Reviews
Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 review: great sounding headphones that support aptX
B&W’s new top-of-the-range Bluetooth earbuds sound great, and include a case that supports aptX technology for high-quality audio on Apple devices.
News Analysis
Podcast: Apple releases iPhone 16, Apple Watch 10, new AirPods, and more
We look at the news about the iPhone 16, the Apple Watch Series 10, new AirPods, and a lot more! Find out what you need to know about these new products!
News
Apple updates AirPods Pro 2 firmware to add iOS 18 features
The new firmware, version 7A294, adds nod gestures, Voice Isolation to calls, and low latency for Game Mode.
News
All the little things you missed in Apple's Glowtime event
There are some features and specs for Apple's new products that weren't part of the big presentation.
Opinion
Apple never wants you to take your AirPods out again
Apple is making a concerted effort with its earbuds, so much so that you'll put them on and will have few reasons to take them off.
News
Apple announces major AirPods 4 upgrade, minor AirPods Max refresh
There are also new hearing aid features coming to AirPods Pro 2.
Stay Foolish
Ready to Glow! Everything to expect at Apple's event
Here's a rundown of what to expect (and not) when the video starts rolling.
News Analysis
Podcast: What will Apple announce at its September 9 ‘Glowtime’ event?
We talk about what we could see at the “Glowtime” event on this episode of the Macworld Podcast! You don’t want to miss this one!
News
Noise cancelation in the next AirPods Pro might be getting even better
Apple set to improve ANC with the 3rd-gen model, according to a new rumor. But when?
How-To
How to charge AirPods from an iPhone
If you have a newer iPhone, then you can use it to top up the charge on your AirPods. Here's all you need to know.
News
AirPods 4 with two new models still in Apple's 2024 plans
The second- and third-gen standard AirPods will be replaced in time for the holidays.
News
Samsung products are even cheaper Apple copies than we thought
Redditor posts a photo of a misaligned Galaxy Watch Ultra display following quality control issues with the Buds 3 Pro.
News
Apple's next big thing? AirPods with frickin cameras
The 2026 upgrade will reportedly enable in-air gesture controls as Apple works to integrate more devices with Vision Pro.
Reviews
Beats Solo Buds review: The better AirPods budget option
If you’re thinking about buying Apple's cheapest AirPods, you should consider these first.
How-To
How to tell if AirPods are fake
Fake AirPods are widespread. We explain how to spot fake AirPods and AirPods Pro and check if your Apple AirPods are original.
News
Apple just updated all of its AirPods and once again we don't know why
Apple rolls out firmware update for all current AirPods models and several Beats headphones too.
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: iPadOS 18, watchOS 11, visionOS 2, and more from WWDC24
This week we continue our follow-up coverage of Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference with a discussion about iPadOS 18, watchOS 11, visionOS 2, and the stuff Apple didn’t tell us about! It’s all in this episode of the Macworld Podcast! Be sure to listen in!
News
Tech breakthrough offers battery boost for Apple wearables
Supplier's new material for small solid-state batteries promises 100-fold leap in energy density.
News
These three features will make your AirPods better this fall
Your AirPods are about to get even better, especially if you have AirPods Pro.
Feature
Sonos Ace vs AirPods Max
Sonos' new headphones are fantastic, but its new app is still 'under construction.'
Deal
If you’ve always wanted a pair of AirPods, now’s the time to grab em
Get in for less than $80/£100.
Reviews
Beats Solo 4 review
Beats' more affordable on-ear headphones finally get an upgrade, but it's just enough to keep them competitive.
News
Beats tackles the low end with new $80 Solo Buds, Solo Beats 4 refresh
It's a long overdue update to the affordable on-ear headphones and a new super-affordable earbuds from Apple's other audio brand.
Updated
Best wired headphones for iPhone and iPad
There are some great Lightning or USB-C headphones available for those who want wired headphones. These are our favourites.
News
Report: Apple will finally replace its two oldest AirPods models this year
An AirPods Max update and a new low-end model are on the way.
News
This year's new AirPods models get noise-cancellation, lower price
They should launch alongside the iPhone 16.
News
Listen up: AirPods Pro to get 'hearing aid mode' in iOS 18
But the AirPods Pro hardware may not change this year.
News
There's another unexplained firmware update coming to your AirPods Pro 2
Beta version 6E188 is for developers only, and Apple hasn't said what's changed.
News
Intrepid YouTuber DIYs the AirPods Max upgrade Apple refuses to make
You too can add USB-C to your high-end headphones for $45.
News
There's another AirPods firmware update. And no, we don't know what it does
Bug fixes and other improvements. No, really?
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: What to expect from Apple in 2024
2024 promises to be a big year for Apple. What should we expect, besides the typical iPhone and Mac upgrades? It’s all on this on this episode of the Macworld Podcast!
News
Apple will reportedly launch two new 4th-gen AirPods models in 2024
The standard and Max models are set for an update, but the next AirPods Pro won't be here until 2025.
News
Upgrade your AirPods Pro to USB-C for just $99
Apple will now helpfully sell you a separate USB-C/MagSafe case for your AirPods Pro.
News
Apple releases fifth 2nd-gen AirPods Pro firmware update in less than 2 months
There’s a lot of ‘bug fixes and other improvements’ needed.
Best Deals
Best Cyber Monday AirPods deals
Apple's earbuds are extremely popular gifts, and even better to gift at these Cyber Monday prices.
Deal
Beats Studio Pro are over half off in this AirPods Max killer Black Friday deal
Amazon and Best Buy havet these great noise-cancelling headphones for the lowest price we've ever seen.
Mac 911
How to find missing AirPods or an AirPods or Beats charging case
Apple gradually extended Find My to provide ever-better tracking of lost audio hardware.
News
Apple is planning a major AirPods overhaul in 2024
But AirPods Max might not get the changes it needs.
News
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.
Best Deals
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
The update provides "Bug fixes and other improvements."
Deal
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.
News
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.
Feature