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Apple plans a wild AirPods case with touch controls
If the scheme becomes reality, you'll be able to view track info and access detailed controls without taking out your iPhone. But are the benefits worth the costs?
News
The next AirPods Pro update might be a USB-C charging case
But Apple reportedly has u2018no plansu2019 to switch the cases for the cheaper AirPods to USB-C.
News
Hidden iOS 16.4 reference hints at possible imminent AirPods launch
Unreleased model numbers could be related to the rumored $99 AirPods or 2nd-gen AirPods Max.
Deal
The new AirPods Pro with 2x active noise cancellation are $50 off right now
Amazon is selling Apple’s newest earbuds for $200.
News
Apple is reportedly working on turning AirPods into a 'health tool' to boost hearing
Mark Gurman of Bloomberg, the Live Listen feature could be enhanced with FDA approval.
News
Apple's first HomePod with an actual display is tipped to launch in 2024
Ming-Chi Kuo says the new device will be part of Apple's 'revamped smart home strategy.'
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: Sounding off about the new HomePod
Just when you thought it was dead, the HomePod is back! We talk HomePod in this episode of the Macworld Podcast!
Reviews
HomePod (2nd-gen) review: The song remains the same
Siri remains a bitterly sore point for an otherwise attractive smart speaker that's now less dominated by bass.
Deal
Get your sweetheart a pair of AirPods Pro for $50 off right now
Amazon is selling Apple’s newest earbuds for an all-time low price of $199.
News
HomePod challenge: Blind audio test of old vs new
You can tell the difference without looking–and that isn't always a good thing.
News
Apple releases tvOS and HomePod 16.3.1 with bug fixes and stability updates
The point release addresses performance and stability.
Opinion
The HomePod 2 should have been a killer soundbar
Apple missed the change to turn its high-fi speaker into a killer soundbar.
News
Apple says interest in the 'richer, larger' HomePod is at an all-time high
The 2nd-generation speaker goes on sale today.
Different Think
Apple has a big problem, and its name is Siri
Siri is the cloth-eared and wildly overconfident elephant in the living room.
Reviews
HomePod vs HomePod mini: Small size or big sound?
Apple is once again selling a larger HomePod alongside its mini model. Here's how the two speakers stack up against each other.
Feature
What can HomePod do?
The HomePod and HomePod mini do more than play music – new features are regularly introduced in HomePod updates.
News
Apple probably isn't releasing a new HomePod mini anytime soon
There "isn't an obvious reason to update the model," says Mark Gurman.
News
The original HomePod and HomePod mini just got a major update
Several new features are arriving for Apple’s existing HomePods in 16.3, including the HomePod mini’s temperature sensor.
Feature
Six head-scratching facts about the new HomePod
There are some real head-scratching facts about Apple's new Siri speaker.
News
The HomePod mini's secret temperature sensor isn't so secret anymore
The arrival of the 2nd-gen Homepod has brought a new smart home hub feature for temperature and climate control that has been dormant on the mini.
News
Defying logic, Apple releases 2nd-gen HomePod for $299
The new full-size HomePod looks the same, costs the same, and apparently does much of the same as its unsuccessful predecessor, which was discontinued in 2021.
News
$99 AirPods are coming, but likely over a year away
Respected analyst predicts raft of AirPod launches, but not until 2024 at the earliest.
News
Report: AirPods 'Lite' may cost less than $100
Apple is reportedly developing cheaper earbuds to compete at the lower end of the market.
More Color
Ultra, Max, and the next big thing: How Apple's 2023 will change everything
The Dynamic Island becomes fully part of the iPhone's product lineup, and we'll finally see Apple's long-rumored headset.
Stay Foolish
How Apple can beat Google in the speaker war
HomePod could take on the Echo Show and Nest Hub if Apple gave it a little attention.
Deal
Every AirPods model is on sale for at or near their all-time low price
Whether you're getting your first pair or upgrading, you'll find a perfect deal.
Deal
The 3rd-gen AirPods with MagSafe case are $29 off and in stock at Costco
Save and get them before Christmas.
Deal
Skip Black Friday and get the 2nd-gen AirPods Pro for $50 off right now
Get Apple's newest earbuds for $200.
News
AirPods Pro can double as cheap hearing aid
A recent scientific study found that the AirPods Pro can be just as effective as some prescription hearing aids in helping those with mild-to-moderate hearing loss.
How-To
How to improve AirPods battery life
AirPods keep running out of juice at inopportune moments? Here's how to extend their battery life.
News
The AirPods Pro 2's firmware update is now available for all AirPods
It's unclear what's changed, but users will hope "audio drift" has been addressed.
Best Deals
What to expect from Black Friday AirPods deals
We're here to share what you can expect in terms of 2023's Black Friday discounts, and where to save the most.
Deal
The new AirPods Pro are already $25 off for Prime Day
Apple's newest earbuds get their first-ever significant discount.
Stay Foolish
Apple's next big thing could be the boost its smaller things need
Apple's languishing platforms could point to investment elsewhere.
Feature
AirPods Pro 2022: Should you upgrade?
Already have the original AirPods Pro and are eyeing the new model? We'll help you decide whether to keep what you have or upgrade.
Reviews
AirPods Pro 2022 review
The new second-generation AirPods Pro look and feel nearly identical to the old model, but deliver a surprising leap in quality and features.
News
Oh well, Adaptive Transparency for first-gen AirPods Pro in iOS 16.1 is a bug
Adaptive Transparency isn't coming to first-gen AirPods Pro after all.
News
One of the best new AirPods Pro features is coming to the original model
Adaptive Transparency appears as a feature in the latest iOS 16.1 beta.
The Macalope
Despite Apple's best efforts, Meta and Google are still out of control
Apple's ATT helps, but it can't fix everything.
Feature
Five new Apple products that could debut in 2023
Mac Pro, iPhone 15 Ultra, AR headset, 15-inch Air all on the horizon.
How-To
How to set up Personalized Spatial Audio for your AirPods
In iOS 16, you can scan your head and ears to make Spatial Audio work even better.
Stay Foolish
Why Apple's Far Out event was more about the future than the products
Chances are that the new features introduced in the iPhone 14 Pro and Apple Watch Ultra will eventually make it to other Apple devices.
Updated
AirPods Pro 2: Release date and guide to Apple’s new AirPods
Apple has announced the second-gen AirPods Pro. From design and release date to price and features, here's everything you need to know.
News
Apple announces new AirPods Pro for 2022
Apple unveils a new generation of AirPods Pro with additional features.
Macworld Podcast
Macworld Podcast: 'Far Out' September 7 Apple event preview
Appleu2019s big u201cFar Outu201d event is coming! We know weu2019ll see the iPhone 14, but what else? New Apple Watches? How about an update to the AirPods Pro? It's all in this episode of the Macworld Podcast!
How-To
macOS Ventura finally brings full AirPods settings to your Mac
Here's how to adjust your earbuds' settings without picking up your iPhone.
Feature
HomePod mini and the Apple smart home: Perfect together
The Home Pod mini has gone from a cheaper alternative to the center of Apple's smart home. Here's everything you need to know about Apple's newest smart speaker.
News
Updating AirPods might get a lot easier in iOS 16
A new submenu spotted in iOS 16 beta 5 suggests manual firmware updates could be on the horizon.
Macworld Podcast