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Apple has stopped signing several older iOS/iPadOS versions for legacy devices (including iPhone 5, iPhone 5c, iPad mini Cellular, and iPad 2 variants), meaning OTA and IPSW downgrades are no longer possible and these devices are effectively locked to newer software.
An article highlights five budget-friendly iPad accessories—Metapen Pencil A8, Logitech Combo Touch, MoKo case, IFEART USB-C cables, and RAPIQUE Bluetooth mouse—showing substantial price savings with comparable features and citing user reviews, while noting minor caveats.
Two rumored Apple devices—the iPhone Ultra, a foldable iPhone that could function like an iPad mini when unfolded, and the MacBook Ultra, a touchscreen-enabled MacBook Pro—could gradually reshape the iPad’s role by pushing foldables and touchscreen Macs into Apple's lineup, potentially cannibalizing the iPad over time even if the initial impact remains modest.
iPhones (17 series) max out at about 40W and the iPhone Air at 20W, while iPads top out at 45W on base models and up to 60W on the M5 Pro; with Apple no longer including a charger in the box, you’ll need a capable USB‑C PD charger to reach these speeds, and reputable third‑party bricks from makers like Anker or Satechi can deliver them. Battery capacities vary (iPhone 17 Pro Max ~5088 mAh; iPhone 17 ~3692 mAh; iPad 11th Gen ~7698 mAh; iPad Pro M5 ~10290 mAh), which helps explain why larger devices can charge faster when the right charger is used.
Amazon’s weekend sale extends Prime Day discounts on Apple gear, with up to $650 off Macs (including 16-inch MacBook Pro M5 Max), up to $350 off iPads, AirPods Pro 3 at $179, AirTag discounts, and notable Apple Watch deals like Ultra 3, plus Pencil markdowns, as post‑Prime Day prices linger.
Installer No. 134 surveys a diverse gadget lineup and singles out the Google Home Speaker as the standout smart speaker, while also featuring a Star Fox remake, the Atonemo NTS Radio Player, Meta Glasses, Deltarune Chapter 5, and an iPad-centric workflow with apps like Obsidian and Final Cut Pro, plus reader crowdsourced picks and ideas for collaborative, focused work.
Mashable’s Prime Day Apple deals roundup notes big discounts across AirPods Max 2, Apple Watch Series 11, iPad models, and MacBook Air, despite Apple’s RAM-related price hikes that left MacBooks and iPads at least $100 higher; with stock fluctuating and deals ending tonight, the guide continues live updates across Amazon and other retailers.
Apple has raised iPad prices across its lineup, but Prime Day retailers are still offering deep discounts on several models (e.g., iPad Air M4 128GB Wi‑Fi around $519 and LTE $699), with other iPads also discounted. The savings are fading as Prime Day continues, so buyers should act now to lock in the best prices.
Apple shares fell about 6% after the company raised prices on several MacBook and iPad models to offset soaring memory and storage costs driven by a global memory shortage. Entry-level MacBook Neo rose from $599 to $699, MacBook Air from $1,099 to $1,299, MacBook Pro 14” from $1,699 to $1,999 and 16” from $2,699 to $2,999; iPad Air moved from $599 to $749, and iPad Pro 11” and 13” both increased (to $1,199 and $1,499, respectively). CEO Tim Cook called price increases “unavoidable” amid margin pressure, and analysts warn higher costs could dampen demand as the memory shortage could last for years. The move mirrors broader industry price bumps as chip costs rise.
Early Prime Day discounts on Apple gear are rolling out across Amazon, Best Buy and Walmart, with CNET tracking top deals on MacBooks, iPads, AirPods and accessories. Standout offers include AirPods Pro 3 at $180, AirPods Max 2 at $499, MacBook Air M5 starting around $950, AirPods 4 at $99 and various iPad Pro and iPad Air models with notable savings. Availability varies by retailer and stock, and CNET will continue updating with vetted, time‑limited deals as Prime Day unfolds.
Prime Day is shaping up as a strong window for Apple deals: while most offers improve during the event, two pre-sale steals—AirPods Pro 3 at $179 and the 15-inch MacBook Air M5 at $1,099—are worth buying now; otherwise, be ready for deeper discounts on AirPods, Apple Watch, iPad, and MacBook once Prime Day begins.
Apple is rolling out early Prime Day discounts on Amazon, slashing prices on MacBooks, iPads and AirPods (examples include the MacBook Air M5 at $949 and AirPods 4 at $99), with additional Apple gear on sale; Tom's Guide flags notable deals and points readers to the Savings Squad for more Prime Day coverage.
Prime Day 2026 kicks off early with steep Apple discounts: AirPods Pro 3 at $179, AirPods 4 at $99, AirPods Max 2 at $499; iPads from $299; Apple Watch Series 11 as low as $299 (SE 3 $219, Ultra 3 $779); Mac minis from $769.99, MacBook Neo from $589.99, and M5 MacBook Air starting at $949.99, plus notable discounts on various MacBook Pro models.
iOS 27 reshapes how Notification Center is opened on iPhone and iPad by prioritizing Siri AI gestures, narrowing the top edge area for quick access. Swiping from the center top now triggers Siri, while a small top-left zone still opens Notification Center; on iPad, the area above icons is largely devoted to Siri. It breaks 15 years of muscle memory and will take time to adjust, though early feedback is positive.
Apple’s WWDC 2026 updates drop OS support for many older devices: watchOS 27 will run only on Series 10+, Ultra 2+, and SE 3; iPadOS 27 drops support for M1-powered iPads (Air 3–5) and older iPad Pro/regular models, while iPhone 11 remains supported and Siri AI is highlighted across the updates.