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Gaming Apple

You can now run Nintendo Switch games natively on iPhones and Macs

That's because both use the same kind of processor

A new way to play: Tears of the Kingdom can now sit on an iPhone's home screen as its own app, complete with an icon. A new open-source project called nxnative turns Switch games you own into native apps for iPhones and iPads. There's no emulator involved: each game's original code runs directly on Apple's chips. The same process can also create Mac apps.

Full story By Zo Ahmed, October 26, 2026, 11:32 AM

Hardware Apple

Apple's touchscreen MacBook could arrive later this month

Apple reportedly plans an October 27 event for a touchscreen MacBook, OLED iPad mini, and M6 Macs

By Daniel Sims, October 9, 2026, 7:49 AM

Apple Mobile

Apple's 2027 roadmap includes iPhone 18, iPhone Air 2, and iPhone 18e, all reportedly using the A20 chip

Apple isn't done for 2026, Gurman says a dozen more products are coming before mid-2027

By Shawn Knight, September 15, 2026, 12:20 PM

Apple Electronics

Apple's OLED iPad mini could arrive this October, kicking off a major iPad overhaul

The OLED Air and Pro are expected to follow in spring 2027, alongside a new standard iPad in Q1

By Daniel Sims, July 17, 2026, 10:06 AM

Hardware Apple

All MacBooks and iPads just got $200 or more expensive – iPhones are the last holdout

Even the MacBook Neo is now $700, joining industry price hikes blamed on AI memory demand

By Rob Thubron, June 25, 2026, 10:05 AM 10 comments

Industry Apple

Tim Cook confirms Apple price hikes are coming, iPhones could jump $200 or more

Even Cupertino can't escape RAMageddon

By Daniel Sims, June 18, 2026, 7:04 AM 14 comments

Mobile Apple

Touchscreen MacBook Pro looks "100% confirmed" as macOS 27 gives Sidecar full touch support

The rumored M6 MacBook Ultra would arrive later this year with an OLED touchscreen and Dynamic Island

By Daniel Sims, June 12, 2026, 6:15 AM 7 comments

Apple AI

iOS 27's most advanced on-device AI needs 12GB of RAM – and most iPhones don't have it

The memory requirement cuts deeper than Apple's existing AI compatibility list

Facepalm: Apple released the first public beta for iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27 this week, bringing several new generative AI features, many of which utilize on-device AI models running locally on devices supporting Apple Intelligence. However, it has now been confirmed that the most sought-after on-device AI features will only run on a handful of devices with compatible hardware.

Full story By Kishalaya Kundu, June 9, 2026, 12:18 PM 18 comments

Software Apple

Apple iOS 27 brings long-awaited Siri AI overhaul, with daily usage limits unless you pay for iCloud+

Several iPad and Apple Watch models won't receive the latest OS updates, but no iPhones left out

By Daniel Sims, June 8, 2026, 7:37 PM 16 comments

Software Apple

Microsoft Office 2019 for Mac will no longer edit documents after July 13

Users can only view and print files unless they upgrade or subscribe to Microsoft 365

By Daniel Sims, June 4, 2026, 7:54 AM 17 comments

Which iPad Model Should You Get? Updated With the Latest 2026 Models

FEATURE By Amir Shoam, March 26, 2026, 5:08 AM TechSpot Mobile

Thanks to its class-leading hardware and software, the Apple iPad lineup has long been the go-to tablet recommendation for most people, but now let us guide you on which model is the best for you.

Mobile Apple

iPad Air M4 gets reviewed: More RAM, faster chip, same price

The iPad Air M4 may still be the best tablet for most people. For the same price as before, you get bumped to the M4 chip, 12GB of RAM, and Wi-Fi 7, making Apple's mid-range tablet faster and more capable. Reviewers say the Air offers much of the power and capability of the iPad Pro at a more accessible price.

By Ivan Franco, March 9, 2026, 2:32 PM

Apple Electronics

Apple's iPad Air gets M4 performance upgrade without price increase

Apple's M4 chip comes to the iPad Air for the first time

By Zo Ahmed, March 2, 2026, 3:09 PM 8 comments

Security Mobile

Apple's iPhone and iPad become first consumer devices to receive NATO security clearance

Apple's security architecture passes government-grade testing with no special software required

By Skye Jacobs, February 27, 2026, 7:53 AM

Mobile Apple

Apple set to unveil new iPhone, MacBooks, iPads at March 4 event

The entry-level iPhone 17e is expected to be the featured attraction

By Shawn Knight, February 16, 2026, 1:40 PM

Tech Culture Electronics

Parents say mandatory iPad use at school is hurting kids' grades, causing behavioral issues

Teachers and child behaviorists are also warning about excessive screentime

By Kishalaya Kundu, December 8, 2025, 1:21 PM 10 comments

The Web Mobile

A retailer sold iPad Airs for $17, now it wants them back

Would you return it?

By Rob Thubron, November 25, 2025, 10:34 AM 27 comments

Apple Hardware

Apple to bring OLED displays to more devices, including new water-resistant iPad mini

MacBook Air, iPad mini and iPad Air expected to go OLED

By Rob Thubron, October 29, 2025, 5:19 AM

Apple Mobile

Apple's 18-inch foldable iPad is starting to look like a very expensive maybe

From its heavy 3.5-pound frame to an 18-inch OLED panel, could push its debut to 2029 or beyond

By Skye Jacobs, October 22, 2025, 12:18 PM

Mobile Apple

iPad Pro M5 debuts to positive reviews, but at $999, you might just buy a MacBook instead

The iPad Pro M5 is an incredibly fast, ultralight tablet aimed at professionals. Reviewers praise its stunning Ultra Retina XDR display and call iPadOS 26 a major step forward. However, its $999 starting price is steep, and adding accessories quickly pushes the total cost even higher.

By Ivan Franco, October 21, 2025, 10:07 AM