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Rumors peg the 2026 Apple TV 4K with the same exterior but a new A‑series chip (likely A17 Pro) plus a RAM bump, hardware‑accelerated AV1 decoding, and Wi‑Fi 7 (N1) with Thread; Siri AI features tied to iOS 27 are delayed until September 2026, so smarter Siri may come later, possibly with a new Siri Remote; price is unlikely to drop after recent hikes, and the launch is expected around the iPhone rollout in September 2026.
At Computex 2026, ASUS ROG revealed Edition 20, a 20th-anniversary lineup featuring the Crosshair X870E Edition 20 motherboard, Astral GeForce RTX 5090 Edition 20 GPU with a curved AMOLED display, the ROG NUC 16 Edition 20 mini PC, Swift OLED PG27AQWP-G/R Edition 20 monitor, Thor 3000 W Titanium III Edition 20 PSU, Ally X Edition 20 handheld, and the Rapture GT-BE98 PRO Edition 20 Wi‑Fi 7 router, all backed by a 10-year warranty and aimed at premium gaming, creator workloads and multi-GPU setups.
Dell unveils the XPS 13 starting at $699 ($599 for students), touting features it says the MacBook Neo lacks—touch screen, backlit keyboard, second USB-C port with 10 GB/s, Wi‑Fi 7, Windows Hello, and four speakers. The base model includes 8GB RAM and 512GB storage (256GB later), with configurations up to 32GB RAM and 1TB. At 12.7mm and about 2.2 pounds, it will launch in Sky and Storm finishes; the MacBook Neo reportedly uses a 60Hz display with sRGB. Dell frames this as the thinnest and lightest XPS yet and stresses that competition benefits consumers.
Apple’s MacBook Air shifts from M4 to the new M5, replacing the model and pricing at $1,099 (13") / $1,299 (15"). The M5 doubles base storage to 512GB (up to 4TB), raises memory bandwidth to 153 GB/s with 3nm N3P, and adds a Neural Accelerator per GPU core with Metal 4/Tensor APIs. Real‑world AI/workload gains are substantial (up to 4x GPU compute, 3.6x LLM speed), while everyday tasks see smaller but meaningful improvements. For new buyers, the M5 is the clearer long‑term choice; M4 is discontinued; education pricing can trim about $100.
Apple’s 2026 Apple TV is expected to keep the same design but gain a new A-series chip (likely the A17 Pro, with possible A18/A19) and potentially more RAM, while new Siri/Apple Intelligence features are postponed to iOS 27 in September 2026; launch is anticipated in fall 2026, possibly alongside a two-model lineup with different specs and prices. The device may also adopt Wi‑Fi 7 (N1) with 6GHz support and Bluetooth 6 with Thread for smart‑home integration.
Apple's iPad Air 11 M4 (2026) gains a meaningful performance upgrade thanks to the M4 chip, delivering smooth everyday use and strong benchmarks, while design, display (60 Hz IPS), cameras and exterior remain largely unchanged; Wi‑Fi 7 and 128 GB base storage are notable upgrades, but higher storage options stay pricey. At around €600, it offers excellent price‑to‑performance for cloud-based workflows, provided you don’t need OLED or Pro‑level features and you’re okay with 60 Hz and modest outdoor brightness.
The iPad Air M4 adds an M4 chip, a C1X cellular modem, and an N1 for Wi‑Fi 7/Bluetooth 6/Thread, delivering roughly 20–25% faster CPU and 10–15% faster GPU versus the M3 Air; the upgrade is noticeable but not transformative, Pro models remain the better choice for power users, and the $599 price with 128GB base storage is a caveat—upgrade if you’re on older iPads, otherwise you can likely skip this year’s bump.
Notebookcheck’s review hails the MacBook Air 15 M5 as a powerful, completely fanless laptop with excellent efficiency, delivering strong single‑core performance and capable gaming without throttling, aided by Wi‑Fi 7 and PCIe 4.0 SSDs. It still has soldered RAM/storage, a 60 Hz IPS display, and limited ports, but offers long battery life (~17 hours web browsing at 150 nits) and a premium build for a starting price of $1,299. While the Pro line may beat it on display and features, the Air M5 stands out in the 15‑inch, fanless segment.
A leaked Apple document outlines the MacBook Neo, a low-cost model with two USB-C ports, MagSafe charging, likely color options, Wi‑Fi 7 via a MediaTek chip, and rumors of a 12.9-inch display and an A-series chip (A18 Pro or A19 Pro); Apple is expected to unveil it on March 4 at 9:00 a.m. ET.
Apple has introduced a new iPad Air powered by the M4 chip, promising up to 30% faster performance than the M3 and upgrading wireless with Wi‑Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread. Cellular models use a C1X modem for up to 50% faster data and about 30% lower energy use. Preorders begin March 4 with shipping starting March 11; pricing starts at $599 for the 11-inch Wi‑Fi model (128GB, upgradeable to 1TB), $749 for the cellular variant, while the 13-inch Wi‑Fi starts at $799 and cellular at $949, in Blue, Purple, Starlight, and Space Gray.
Early Prime Day deals offer significant discounts on various mesh Wi-Fi systems, including Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 6E, and Wi-Fi 7 routers, providing an opportunity to upgrade home networks and eliminate Wi-Fi dead zones, with prices expected to drop further during the sale week.
This article ranks major Wi-Fi mesh systems from worst to best based on user reviews, highlighting their features, performance, and value. The Amazon eero 6 is the most popular, while systems like Xfinity xFi Pods and ASUS ZenWiFi AX6600 have mixed reviews due to reliability issues. Budget options like Tenda Nova MX3 offer good coverage for less, and the latest Wi-Fi 7 systems like Netgear Orbi 370 are promising for future-proofing. Overall, user experience varies, and choice depends on specific needs and setup.
Apple's new N1 chip in the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone Air introduces a Wi-Fi 7 limitation, affecting wireless connectivity features.
Apple introduced new custom-designed wireless chips, the C1X and N1, in the iPhone Air, enhancing 5G, Wi-Fi 7, and Bluetooth 6 capabilities while improving power efficiency, supporting a thinner design and greater control over its hardware components.
Apple is expected to release the M5 MacBook Pro early next year, featuring modest performance improvements and possibly Wi-Fi 7 support, but it may be worth waiting for the upcoming M6 model with a major overhaul. Current M4 models are available at discounted prices, making them a good option for those who need a new laptop now or prefer to wait for the next generation.