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Redesign could give Apple M3 Ultra processor wicked performance boost

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Apple M3 Ultra chip
The M3 Ultra could be the high-performance chip that so many professionals need.
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Apple’s upcoming M3 Ultra chip won’t consist of two M3 Max processors merged together, according to information leaking out of Cupertino. The change from its predecessors would free up designers to make the next-gen Apple silicon even more powerful.

It even raises the possibility of an M3 Extreme, a workstation-level processor that would give the Mac Pro a reason to exist.

Badass Mac Studio drives dual Studio Displays [Setups]

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M2 Ultra Mac Studio setup with dual Studio Displays
A powerful M2 Ultra Mac Studio drives this pair of Studio Displays.
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 Today’s M2 Ultra Mac Studio setup puts one of Apple’s most powerful desktop computers front and center, driving a pair of beautiful Studio Displays.

And while the user pointed out his machine packs only base specifications, that’s still a hell of a lot of computer for most people. And if you max it out, the thing is astonishing. Check out the options below.

Hackers can exploit flaw in Apple M-series processors

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Hackers can exploit flaw in Apple M series processors
A vulnerability in M series processors could lead to unauthorized access of encrypted data.
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Security researchers have found a serious exploit in all Apple M-series processors. The hard-wired flaw could potentially could be used by hackers to get user credit card information or read encrypted messages.

The flaw exposes precious encryption keys, and it’s baked into the hardware — so it can’t easily be patched without a performance penalty. Here’s what you need to know.

Act fast to chop $200 off M2 MacBook Air 

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M2 MacBook Air
$200 off is nothing to sneeze at.
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There’s no time like the present to jump on a great deal on a very cool laptop computer — $200 off an M2 MacBook Air. You can get that price on a midnight- or spay gray-colored model at B&H Photo.

Right now you can get the highly rated laptop — 4.9 out of 5 stars at B&H — for just $1,149, down from $1,349. That’s a great deal on a bantamweight machine that packs a powerful punch, thanks to Apple silicon.

The MacBook Air you really want is nearly $400 off [Updated]

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15-inch MacBook Air
Don't miss this deal on 15-inch MacBook Air.
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Amazon’s latest deal slashes nearly $400 off the price of the 15-inch MacBook Air with 512GB storage to a new low of $1,103.

While Apple’s 15-inch Air has been frequently discounted since launch, this is the best deal on the machine yet.

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No more confusion: Most MacBook Pro models do support multiple external displays

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Late-2023 MacBook Pro with M3
The 2023 MacBook Pro can handle up to four external displays.
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I occasionally run across someone criticizing Apple because the MacBook Pro supports only a single external display. But that’s not a limitation of most MBP models — only the budget versions.

It was a drawback of the first professional-grade MacBook with Apple silicon, which is probably why people are still confused today. However, today there are multiple options for those who want two or more external screens.

Apple could announce new iPads on October 17 [Updated]

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iPad Pro with Apple Pencil
New iPads with faster chips could arrive soon.
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Apple could announce new iPads as soon as Tuesday, according to a new report. The company could unveil a new entry-level iPad, an updated iPad Air and the iPad mini 7.

All refreshed iPads purportedly will sport a minor spec bump but few other changes.

15-inch MacBook Air drops to its lowest price after big $250 discount

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15-inch MacBook Air
This 15-inch MacBook Air deal is the one you should not miss.
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Amazon is starting its Prime Big Deal Days early by discounting the 15-inch MacBook Air to its lowest price. Apple wants $1,299 for the entry-level 15-inch Air, but Amazon currently drops the price to just $1,049.

That’s a whopping $250 off the machine’s MSRP, making the world’s slimmest 15-inch laptop an even better offering.

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World’s slimmest 15-inch laptop gets a big $200 discount

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15-inch MacBook Air
Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air is discounted to an amazing price.
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Want a slim and light laptop for everyday use with a 15-inch screen? Look no further than Apple’s 15-inch MacBook Air, especially when you can get it with a whopping $200 discount.

Amazon’s latest deal has knocked the price of the world’s slimmest 15-inch laptop to an amazing $1,099. That’s down from its usual $1,299 MSRP.

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Here’s your chance to grab refurb MacBooks on the cheap

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Woot's latest sale offers a selection of reconditioned MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models.
Woot's latest sale offers a selection of reconditioned MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models.
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Amazon bargain website Woot! is offering a sale on factory-reconditioned and refurbished MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models — with prices as low as $280!

That low price is for a 2017 MacBook Air, but you can also score hot deals on 2022 M2 models. See below. The sale ends Tuesday, August 22, at 10 p.m. Pacific.

Get 13-inch M2 MacBook Air for $150 off in amazing back-to-school sale

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2022 MacBook Air with M2 processor
The perfect laptop for college going students is discounted by $150.
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Need to buy a new laptop for your school or college before the sessions begin? There’s no better laptop for you than Apple’s M2 MacBook Air.

If you are ready to pull the trigger now, Best Buy is offering a sweet $150 off the machine. So, you can get the slim and powerful 13-inch Air for just $949.

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13-inch M2 MacBook Pro gets a big $200 discount

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13-inch MacBook Pro with an Apple M2 processor
Look past the dated design, and the M2 MacBook Pro is a great deal at its discounted price.
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Looking to buy a new MacBook Pro but find the 14-inch and 16-inch models expensive? You might consider buying the 13-inch MacBook Pro, which costs a much more reasonable $1,299.

And if you jump on Amazon’s latest deal, you can get the 13-inch MacBook Pro with M2 chip for just $1,099, a sweet $200 off.

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Save $100 on Apple’s most powerful iPad ever

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iPad Pro 2022 Back View
Apple's latest is labeled "iPad Pro," the only visible difference between it and the 2021 model.
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Apple’s 2022 iPad Pro lineup is the perfect laptop replacement for many. And if you are looking to buy the M2 iPad Pro, you can save up to $100 on it.

Amazon is offering up to $70 off on the 11-inch iPad Pro and up to $100 off on the 12.9-inch model. The discount varies depending on the storage and connectivity configuration you opt for.

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Score $100 discount on 13-inch MacBook Air, get free Apple Music sub

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Apple keeps up with rush of M2 MacBook Air preorders
This 13-inch MacBook Air deal gets you free iCloud+, Apple Music and Apple TV+ subscriptions.
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Apple’s 13-inch MacBook Air just dropped to its lowest price of $999. This fantastic Best Buy deal knocks $100 off the laptop’s retail price, making it more affordable than ever.

What makes this offer even better is that you get free iCloud+, Apple TV+ and Apple Music subscriptions for up to three months with your purchase.

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15-inch MacBook Air battery won’t be easy to swap out

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New super-size MacBook Air is 'world's thinnest 15-inch laptop'
Replacing the battery of the 15-inch MacBook Air is not going to be easy.
Screenshot: Apple

Apple’s 15-inch MacBook Air has received the teardown treatment less than a week after going on sale. The internals reveals the laptop is similar to its 13-inch sibling, with two additional speakers and the larger battery being the only significant difference.

Thanks to the larger chassis, Apple has also managed to fit a bigger battery on the 15-inch Air.

Why the Mac Pro lacks upgradable RAM and support for eGPUs

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2023 Mac Pro with Apple M2 Ultra
The 2023 Mac Pro has an inescapable limitation.
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The just-launched 2023 Mac Pro lacks features considered critical for workstations: upgradable RAM and support for eGPUs. But this isn’t Apple blindly making an error — it’s an inescapable fact of the M-series’ unified memory architecture.

The limitation isn’t new: it’s been known since the M1 processor was announced. But Tuesday’s release of a top-tier macOS workstation shines a spotlight on the problem.

For those who weren’t paying attention back in 2020, here’s an explanation of why RAM upgrades and plug-in GPU aren’t an option for the 2023 Mac Pro.

Slash $50 off the new 15-inch MacBook Air [Still available!]

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The new MacBook Air features a spacious, high-resolution 15.3-inch Liquid Retina display — 25 percent larger than the 13-inch MacBook Air with M2.
Amazon is currently offering a $50 discount on 15-inch MacBook Air preorders.
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If you haven’t yet placed your preorder for the 15-inch MacBook Air, you should jump on Amazon’s latest deal. It knocks $50 off the price of the well-reviewed new laptop.

This is the best deal to surface so far on the 15-inch MacBook Air, which hits retail stores Tuesday.

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13-inch vs. 15-inch MacBook Air: Which one should you buy?

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13-inch vs. 15-inch MacBook Air comparison
Which M2 MacBook Air model is right for you?
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Apple’s redesigned 13-inch MacBook Air from 2022 remains among the best portable laptops you can buy. The 15-inch MacBook Air packs the same benefits in a slightly bigger form factor.

So, which MacBook Air model is right for you — 13-inch or 15-inch? Read our comparison to find out.

Mac Studio updated with ‘most powerful chip ever made for a personal computer’

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Screenshot of Apple introducing the new Mac Studio at WWDC23.
The Mac Studio has been updated with the powerful M2 Ultra chip.
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WWDC23The Mac Studio just got its first update, and it’s a screamer.

The desktop machine now comes with Apple’s new M2 Ultra chip — the “most powerful chip ever created for a personal computer,” according to Apple.

The new chip, based on Apple silicon, triples the performance of the previous M1 machine.

Apple’s next-gen M3 Pro chip could pack even more CPU and GPU cores

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Apple M3 processor
The wait for the Apple M3 processor could be shorter than expected.
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Apple reportedly began internal testing of Macs powered by next-generation M3 chips. At least one of the variants could feature a 12-core CPU, an 18-core GPU and 36GB of system memory.

The next-generation Apple silicon remains a few months away from release, however. Rumors suggest it could debut at the end of this year or early 2024.

Apple’s powerful M3 processor goes into production later in 2023

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The wait for the Apple M3 processor goes on.
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Production on the much-anticipated Apple M3 processor will begin in the second half of 2023, according to a reliable source of Apple leaks. The chip is expected to bring a significant performance boost.

The launch will apparently not be in time for the 15-inch MacBook Air rumored to reach store shelves in the next few months.

Grab the M2 MacBook Pro with Touch Bar at an amazing price

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13-inch MacBook Pro with an Apple M2 processor
The M2 MacBook Pro has a dated design but packs powerful internals.
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Amazon has discounted Apple’s 2022 MacBook Pro by $199 to $1,099. This is the same price the machine was available for during last year’s Black Friday.

Despite its dated design, the 2022 MacBook Pro packs Apple’s powerful M2 chip.

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Don’t miss this deep discount on the M2 Mac mini

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It's hard to beat the value the M2 Mac mini provides at its discounted price.
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Apple’s small wonder, the M2 Mac mini, is down to its lowest-ever price. After a $99.01 discount, you can get the machine with 512GB of storage for $699.99.

The M2 Mac mini has previously seen a maximum discount of $50. This new deal makes the 2023 Mac mini a stellar deal.