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Forbes
16 hours ago
- Forbes
When Will Apple Launch The New MacBook Air And MacBook Pro?
A MacBook Pro is displayed inside the Apple Carnegie Library store on May 30, 2025 (Photo by Kevin ...) While the main iPhone line has its launch date fixed to early September, the Mac portfolio, especially the MacBook Pro and MacBook Air laptops, has been adrift in the calendar for many years. Thankfully, Apple is settling into a steady rhythm of new releases across its hardware portfolio, bringing some stability to the Mac announcements. For many, that means regular updates to the MacBook Pro and MacBook Air laptops. Finding An Annual MacBook Pro Schedule Apple has indicated that it now prefers annual updates on software and hardware. The recent move to unify the various operating systems to a single number pointing to the year where it will be dominant only works with annual refreshes on the cardinal number and the associated software. The key hardware upgrade is the Apple Silicon chipset. Over the last five years, Apple has rolled out five major versions of the M-Series chipsets. Through these, Tim Cook and his team have worked to bring the chaotic laptop releases under some control. It now looks like the patterns set in 2024 will continue in 2025 and 2026, which lets us start putting some dates into the calendar. And it's the Apple Silicon M-Series that highlights Apple's consistent upgrade path. MacBook Pro's iPad Pro Barrier The current MacBook Pro was launched in late October 2024, five months after the Apple Silicon M4 chipset debuted with the iPad Pro M4. That happened one month before Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference. That iPad captured the love and 'new car smell' of the Apple Silicon M4 away from the Mac family. That's not the case this year; not only has a new iPad Pro been announced, but WWDC has also been and gone with no announcement of the Apple Silicon M5. With roughly eighteen months between each of the last three models, this doesn't come as a huge surprise, given we're looking at cadences. That should clear the way for the M5 to arrive inside new Mac products.. When Will The New MacBook Pro M5 Arrive Apple first launched the MacBook Pro with the M1 Max and M1 Pro chips on Oct. 18, 2021. The M2 Pro and M2 Max models arrived later in the cycle, on Jan. 17, 2023. Normal service resumed on Oct. 30 2023 with the M3 Pro and M3 Max models, with Oct 30. 2024 seeing the M4 Pro and M4 Max models (alongside the vanilla M4 model). There are enough signs from the supply chain that Apple's pre-release activities are following the same schedule as last year, for example, the Apple Silicon M5 chipsets are now in production. The schedule has been confirmed throughout the year. Oct. 30th is a Thursday this year. Apple tends to go earlier in the week for a launch, so it's likely Tuesday, Oct. 28th or Wednesday, Oct. 29th. Either way, Halloween week is the safest bet so far. And perhaps for more than the MacBook Pro. The MacBook Pro M5 Competition As for the eighteen-month window on the iPad Pro, that points to a similar late October launch. Apple will be considering a launch of the iPad Pro M5 alongside the MacBook Pro M5. Both the laptop and the tablet are geared towards different markets with different scenarios, and launching them together to complement each other would allow for the similarities of macOS and iPadOS to be demonstrated, as well as illustrating the different approaches Apple's mobile computing teams have taken. It's worth noting that the current M4-powered MacBook Air was launched in early March 2025, some ten months after the reveal of the M4 chipset in the iPad Pro, putting the consumer-focused laptop close to a year behind the current technology, while still giving the appearance of sitting on the cutting edge. Will The MacBook Pro M5 Be Enough All of this stands in the shadow of one key detail around the MacBook Pro M5… that it will be little more than an internal upgrade to allow for the Apple Silicon bump. The external design changes—including the long-awaited arrival of an OLED display—may be waiting for the M6-powered model in 2026. Now read the latest MacBook Pro, iPhone and WWDC headlines in Forbes' weekly Apple news digest...
Gizmodo
20 hours ago
- Business
- Gizmodo
Amazon Isn't Waiting for Prime Day, This Three-Port USB-C Charger Is Almost Free
Anyone who has wrestled with a tangle of cables and chargers is familiar with the frustration all too well. Modern living means multiple devices and each one seems to have its own power source. That's why Amazon's latest deal is such a breath of fresh air: the Anker 65W three-port charger is available at an all-time low price and it's a smart buy if you're looking to simplify their power needs. Right now, the Anker Nano II 65W three-port charger is on sale for just $29, thanks to an extra coupon that brings the price down from its original $55. That's a solid 48% off the original price and it puts this powerful charger within easy reach for most shoppers. It truly is the single charger that most people will ever need for their daily tech. See at Amazon The selling point of the Anker Nano II 65W is its combination of speed, versatility, and portability. At full load, a single device plugged into the main USB-C port can receive up to 65W of power—enough to fast charge a 13-inch MacBook Pro at full speed. When several devices are connected, the charger intelligently divides power between the three ports to give each device its optimal charge without throttling. That means you can charge your phone, tablet, and laptop all at the same time. The Anker charger is about the same size as an AirPods Pro case so you can just slip it in a bag or even a pocket. In spite of the small size, it packs a heavy punch courtesy of innovative GaN II technology. This latest generation of gallium nitride (GaN) technology offers a 100% increase in operating frequency which is an innovative stacked architecture and an enhanced circuit board. At just $29, it's an absolute bargain especially when you consider the time, space, and frustration it can save you on a daily basis. See at Amazon
The Verge
a day ago
- The Verge
macOS Tahoe could finally say goodbye to FireWire.
Posted Jun 20, 2025 at 6:29 PM UTC macOS Tahoe could finally say goodbye to FireWire. However, it's still several months before macOS Tahoe is officially released. FireWire support could still return, but the last computer Apple released with the port was the 13-inch 2012 MacBook Pro. macOS Tahoe Beta Drops FireWire Support [
Hamilton Spectator
2 days ago
- General
- Hamilton Spectator
Moose Kerr students graduating into new beginnings
The Class of 2025 from Moose Kerr School in Aklavik left their high school days behind them in fine style during this years' graduation ceremony. Janine Johnson, the school's principal, said the gymnasium was well-decorated with a country and western theme to greet attendees of the event. 'We had it really beautifully decorated. And some of the kids came with their cowboy boots on, and their family members with their cowboy hats on. So it was a really nice, fun theme,' Johnson said. Seven Grade 12 students - walked across the stage this year to accept their diplomas she said, adding that it was a nice size for a graduating class in the close-knit community. The graduating guests of honour included Erwin Elias, Loretta Koe, Coby Elanik, Edyn Arey, Jordan Archie, Talina Storr, and Jesse Irish. Awards presented Johnson said this years' class valedictorian was Edyn Arey, who also received the Governor General's award. 'And we have a new award that we created this year, a really beautiful award called the Philip Elanik Memorial Award. 'Philip Elanik was a community member who was a beautiful drum dancer, and he died of cancer, but he actually saved his children in a house fire. So the award was created in memory of him, and it shows courage, resilience, and a real love of their Inuvialuit culture.' Johnson said that award was presented to Jordan Archie along with a $500. grant which was just recently donated by a relative of Arnold J. (Moose) Kerr who lives in Toronto. Two other students, Talena Storr and Jesse Irish, each won a Leadership award - a $500. grant from the Hockey Hall of Fame, she said, adding that they were two of 25 grants provided to students from across the North. For Jesse, Johnson said he has been instrumental in volunteering with the junior kindergarten class 'and they love him.' 'He's been with them for three or four years, and he creates these beautiful creatures out of pipe cleaners. And you know, he shares that with them. And he comes to school every single day. He never misses a day. He's a very diligent student.' One of the students, Talena, volunteers as an official at regional sports events, she noted. 'She loves sports, but she has a really great relationship with the elders in her life. And, you know, she's very respectful of them. 'So they kind of won each of those grants based on those qualities.' Johnson said the school has worked closely with the Hockey Hall of Fame organization over the year. 'They provide live virtual sessions that we sign up for if we want to, but kids do traditional things, like, they make beaded earrings and all kinds of amazing things, like birch bark baskets and stuff, and so they've been a really good partner with us.' 'They also offer a digital scholarship for kids. So I wrote probably about 15 letters for kids to get them a MacBook Pro, and they all were approved for that. 'So each of the kids got this beautiful MacBook Pro computer laptop, and they sent them here, and we presented them,' she said. Moral support Graduation is a significant event in the school of 120 pupils, and Grade 12 students will become role models for the younger grades, Johnson said. 'Each of our classrooms in the school adopted a grad. And a couple of times throughout the year, they might post something on their locker, or they might post a big picture on their wall near their high school classroom, saying, 'Hang in there. Loretta, your graduation is coming up. We're proud of you.' 'So the good thing about a small school and a small class is that everybody in the school knows them, and they really become like role models for the little kids. And they look at them and they say, 'I can't wait until I graduate. I know I can.' 'And I heard some of the little ones in Grade 4 and 5 talking about when they get there. So in that way, its real nice.' Many paths to success 'We're really proud of those kids too, right? Especially, you know, the kids who are in it for the long haul, it's not always easy for them. And they really show some resilience. Some have come back after years of being away. And we've got some kids graduating at 18 and 19, and we have one that was 21, so everybody's path is different.' Johnson said community support is key to ensuring a memorable graduation ceremony and both staff and community organizations help raise the necessary funds for the big celebration. 'Everybody steps up, so they shut down the offices, local offices, and everybody comes and attends. It's a really nice time for the community, and everybody celebrates in the success of these young people, And we've got a big gym, and we kind of go all out with graduation. And we had a community feast, and so we had beautiful night,' she added. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Tom's Guide
2 days ago
- Business
- Tom's Guide
I review MacBooks for a living — here's the 9 best deals to get before Prime Day
I review the best laptops for a living, and the best MacBooks rank among them. While these notebooks have a reputation for being pricey, you can often find them discounted at major retailers like Amazon, B&H Photo, and Best Buy. Because of that, it's almost always a good time to buy one of Apple's laptops. Some of the best MacBook deals I've found include a 13-inch MacBook Air M4 for $849 at Amazon, which is a nice $150 discount. If you want something slightly larger and with more ports, the 14-inch MacBook Pro M4 is currently $1,399. The 16-inch MacBook Pro M4 Pro is also on sale for $200 off. Whether you're looking for a lightweight MacBook Air or a powerful MacBook Pro, I've got you covered. Below are some of the best MacBook deals I've found. And if you don't see the listed sale price, try checking different color models for hidden deals. Also, be sure to follow our guides for the best early Prime Day deals, best Apple promo codes and best laptops for college students. The M4-based MacBook Pro M4 is pretty close to being the perfect laptop. You get fantastic performance from the M4 chip, useful Apple Intelligence features, a better webcam and obscenely long battery life (18:31). In our MacBook Pro 14-inch M4 review, we said it's the best laptop for power users, now with more AI features. The base model features a 14.2-inch 3024 x 1964 Retina display, Apple M4 CPU, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB check: $1,599 @ Best Buy | $1,399 @ B&H If you're looking for raw horsepower, the 14-inch MacBook Pro with M4 Pro chip is for you. It offers blistering performance and will likely speed through most of your daily tasks without so much as a hiccup. The base model features a 14.2-inch 3024 x 1964 Retina display, Apple M4 Pro CPU, 24GB of RAM, and a 512GB check: $1,779 @ Best Buy | $1,749 @ B&H The new 16-inch MacBook Pro can be configured with the M4 Pro or M4 Max chipset to deliver record-breaking speeds. In our MacBook Pro 16-inch review we said it's a powerful laptop with a vivid display, sensible design, fast performance, comfortable keyboard, and epic 20:46 battery life. The base model features a 16.2-inch 3456 x 2234 Retina display, Apple M4 Pro CPU, 24GB of RAM, and a 512GB check: $2,299 @ B&H | $2,249 @ Best Buy It'll cost you a small fortune, but this is the ultimate MacBook Pro you can buy right now. The base model features a 16.2-inch 3456 x 2234 Retina display, Apple M4 Max CPU, 36GB of RAM, and a 1TB check: $3,149 @ B&H | $3,149 @ Best Buy The MacBook Air M1 offers fantastic performance and value. The M1 CPU never stuttered in our tests and also helped it reach over 14 hours of battery life. It features a 13.3-inch Retina display, Apple M1 CPU, 8GB of RAM, and a 256GB SSD. In our MacBook Air M1 review, we said it offers amazing endurance and shockingly good check: sold out @ Best Buy | sold out @ Amazon It's no longer Apple's flagship, but the MacBook Air M2 is one of our most recommended laptops because it's remarkably light and thin yet sports a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display, a speedy Apple M2 CPU w/ 8-core GPU, 16GB of RAM, 256GB SSD, and a great 1080p FaceTime camera. In our MacBook Air M2 review, we lauded this Editor's Choice laptop for its versatility and battery life, so don't miss your chance to get one at a great discount. Note: This model includes an upgraded 512GB check: sold out @ B&H | sold out @ Amazon This MacBook Air is powered by Apple's M3 silicon. The laptop can support up to two external displays (when the laptop lid is closed) and Apple also claims its 60% faster than the M1-based MacBook Air. It boasts up to 18 hours of battery life. In our MacBook Air 13-inch M3 review, we called the Editor's Choice laptop a small wonder. It packs a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display (2560 x 1664), Apple's M3 CPU w/ 8-core GPU, 24GB of RAM, and 512GB SSD. The new MacBook Air is powered by Apple's latest M4 chipset. The new Mac upgrades the camera from 1080p to 12MP with Center Stage support. The M4 chipset also supports dual external monitors, even when you have the laptop's lid open. It packs a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display (2560 x 1664), Apple's M4 CPU w/ 10-core GPU, 16GB of RAM, and 256GB SSD. In our MacBook Air M4 review, we said the Editor's Choice laptop is irresistible thanks to its speedy performance, sharper camera, and lower starting price. Prefer a bigger screen? The 15-inch model is also on sale. It packs a 15.3-inch Liquid Retina display (2880 x 1864), Apple's M4 CPU w/ 10-core GPU, 16GB of RAM, and 256GB SSD.
