Apple’s authorized airport dealer iStore is offering a limited-time discount on its third‑generation Apple TV 128GB Ethernet model, priced at $129.99 plus tax. The promotion is available chain‑wide across iStore locations in airports, though availability may vary by terminal. The sale highlights the retailer’s strategy to attract travelers seeking affordable entertainment devices. The discount is notable for its steep reduction from the standard retail price, potentially boosting impulse purchases among commuters.

Apple announced it will discontinue all non‑touch MacBook Pro models when the second‑generation touch‑enabled line launches in 2027. The current 14‑inch and 16‑inch Pro models feature PROLED XDR displays and touch screens, priced at $2,899 and $3,399 respectively, while the entry 14‑inch model starts at $1,999 without touch. The 2027 models will use the new M7 Pro and M7 Max chips, emphasizing AI capabilities, and the 14‑inch version will remain touch‑free but lighter.

CUKTECH released a 140W GaN PowerStation that consolidates six charging functions into one compact desktop unit. The device offers a single USB‑C port capable of full 140W output, a built‑in retractable cable, magnetic wireless charging for iPhones, an AirPods pad, and a USB‑A port for legacy accessories. A diagnostic TFT display shows real‑time charging speeds, while the design accommodates multiple Apple devices simultaneously. The unit is priced at $149 and is now available in the U.S. market. [...]

Apple’s latest iPad refresh cycle will extend into early 2027, with the entry‑level iPad, iPad Air, and iPad Pro slated for updates in the first half of the year. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports that the iPad Pro will switch to the M6 chip and receive vapor‑circuit cooling to curb thermal throttling, while the iPad mini will get a new OLED display. The iPad mini’s 2026 update was the last of the 2026 cycle, leaving the remaining models [...]

Apple will release its Q4 2026 financial results on November 2, the first under CEO John Ternus. Analysts expect 9–11 % year‑over‑year revenue growth, with iPhone revenue rising mid‑teens and Services matching Q3 growth. Supply‑chain constraints and currency fluctuations are cited as risks, while the memory crisis may prompt further price hikes. The quarter saw several new product launches, but most sales impact will materialize in Q1 2027. The conference call will feature Ternus and CFO Kevan Parekh.

Apple TV’s November lineup emphasizes original content, launching with the second season of Owen Wilson’s golf comedy “Stick” on Nov. 4 and closing with Chris Pratt‑headlined film “Way of the Warrior Kid” on Nov. 25. The month also adds Awkwafina’s culinary docuseries “The Unlikely Cook” (Nov. 6), the heist‑drama “12 12 12” starring Anthony Mackie and Jamie Dornan (Nov. 13), and the disability‑rights biopic “Being Heumann” (Nov. 13), directed by Oscar‑winning Sian Heder. Ongoing series receive finales, including “Brothers,” “Small Prophets,” and “Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin [...]

Apple chief executive John Ternus told Wired’s Steven Levy that the company will use artificial intelligence in upcoming devices but refuses to “ship AI for AI’s sake.” Ternus, who assumed the CEO role in September, acknowledged criticism that Apple lags behind rivals after delaying a more capable Siri, which finally arrived this summer. He emphasized that successful AI integration should be invisible to users, blending seamlessly with traditional software to deliver experiences people love. When asked whether [...]