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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
Your HomePod is about to become a whole lot less annoying
An important change coming in HomePod Software 17.4 update will make playing music from third-party services much easier.
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
tvOS 17.4 beta reveals Apple is close to releasing a HomePod with a screen
Code indicates "Z314" device is in advanced development.
News
iOS 18 to mimic Vision Pro's visionOS interface, sketchy report claims
Apple set to bring 'elements from visionOS' into the iPhone and iPad interfaces, according to source.
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
Leaked Apple prototype teases an unreleased touchscreen HomePod
But it's not the touchscreen users are hoping for.
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
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How to Download YouTube Audio Mac [8 Free Ways]
This tutorial will walk you through eight simple ways how to download YouTube audio files to Mac in 8 simple ways. That includes three popular video downloader software, four online websites, and one traditional recording method.
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!
Deal
Best U.K. Apple Deals: Save money on iPad, Mac, iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods
Where to find savings on every Apple device in the U.K. – we round up the best Apple deals.
News
A new AirPods Pro case is coming because Apple loves USB-C now
But don't expect any other new features.
Feature
AirPods: Buy now or wait?
Is this the best time to buy Apple's wireless earbuds, or are they about to become obsolete?
Deal
Forget USB-C FOMO and save big on a new pair of AirPods right now
Amazon has slashed the price of every model ahead of the Wonderlust event.
Updated
AirPods Pro: Buy or wait?
With the second-gen AirPods Pro out now, its a good time to buy, unless you want USB-C.
News
AirPods might also ditch Lightning for USB-C at Appleu2019s u2018Wonderlustu2019 event
The death of Lightning might be quick.
Deal
Beats Studio Pro are better than AirPods Max and now $100 off
With a sale price of $249, you'd be crazy not to choose these over the AirPods Max.
How-To
How to use AirPods with PlayStation or Xbox
If you want to use your AirPods with your modern game console, you're going to have to jump through a few hoops.
Best Picks
Studio Pro vs. AirPods Max
Apple's two premium audio offerings go head-to-head to see which one is the best?
Stay Foolish
The USB-C iPhone won't fix the Lightning mess
Lightning ports will still remain in some head-scratching places.
Feature
Apple needs to scrap the AirPods Max and start over
If the Beats Studio Pro has taught me anything, it's that the next AirPods Max needs more than just an H2 chip and better sound quality.
Deal
Get ready for iOS 17 with a pair of AirPods Pro 2 for just $199 today
Amazon is selling Apple’s high-end earbuds for $50 off.
Reviews
Beats Studio Pro review
Apple's Beats brand delivers a better overall experience at a fraction of the price.
How-To
How to delete music from an iPhone or iPad
We show three different ways to free up storage space on your iPhone by deleting unwanted albums from your music library.
Deal
All the U.K. Amazon Prime deals on Apple products
You can save money on a new Apple Watch, AirPods, iPhone 14 Pro, iPad and iPad Air and more, sale ends at midnight on 12 July.
News
Next generation of AirPods will focus on high-end health, hearing features
Along with a switch to USB-C, Apple's earbuds will gain a temperature sensor, according to a new report.
Best Deals
Best HomePod deals
HomePod discounts are few and far between, but if anyone is discounting Apple's Siri-powered speaker you will find the details here.
News
FCC filing suggests Apple is launching an AirPods Max competitor from Beats
Apple's new over-ear Beats Studio Pro headphones are seemingly moving closer to release.
How-To
How to pair AirPods with a Nintendo Switch (without an adapter)
Game on the go without disturbing passers-by, and without being limited by annoying wires.
Reviews
Beats Studio Buds + review: Better than AirPods (but not AirPods Pro)
The newest Beats earbuds have a better design than the AirPods Pro, but Apple's high-end buds are still the best choice for most Apple users.
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