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    Apple Deals

    Apple Deals

    May 15, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Check out our comprehensive Apple deals roundup for May 2026. We track the best discounts on MacBooks, iPads, iPhones, Apple Watches, AirPods, and accessories from top retailers like Amazon and B&H. Stay updated with weekly deals and price comparison charts to find the lowest prices.
    Apple Watch Ultra 3

    Apple Watch Ultra 3

    May 15, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    The Apple Watch Ultra 3 is Apple's most rugged smartwatch, designed for outdoor enthusiasts. It features a larger display with thinner bezels, improved battery life up to 42 hours, 5G and satellite connectivity, and new health features like hypertension alerts. Available in Natural and Black Titanium.
    Apple Vision Pro

    Apple Vision Pro

    May 15, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Apple's Vision Pro spatial computer now features the M5 chip, improved comfort with the Dual Knit Band, and better battery life. Priced at $3,500, it offers mixed reality with eye tracking and hand gestures. Our guide covers everything you need to know about the headset, from display quality to visionOS features.
    The RAM shortage could last years

    The RAM shortage could last years

    Apr 20, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    The ongoing RAM shortage poses a significant challenge as memory manufacturers are unlikely to meet rising demand. With production efforts ramping up slowly, consumers may face higher prices for electronic devices for years to come.
    Cheap stuff that doesn’t suck, take 3

    Cheap stuff that doesn’t suck, take 3

    Apr 20, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    In a world where tech prices often soar, we highlight affordable gadgets that provide great value without compromising quality. Explore our staff favorites, all under $50. These budget-friendly devices are practical, reliable, and perfect for enhancing everyday life.
    The creative software industry has declared war on Adobe

    The creative software industry has declared war on Adobe

    Apr 20, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    The creative software industry is rallying against Adobe, introducing free and competitively priced alternatives that threaten its long-held market dominance. This movement highlights a growing dissatisfaction with Adobe's subscription model and high costs.
    Amazon won’t release Fire Sticks that support sideloading anymore

    Amazon won’t release Fire Sticks that support sideloading anymore

    Apr 19, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Amazon's latest Fire TV Stick models will no longer support sideloading of Android apps from outside its official app store, a shift to its proprietary Vega OS. This move aims to enhance security and control over app availability, but it may push some users toward alternative streaming devices.
    Meta’s AI spending spree is helping make its Quest headsets more expensive

    Meta’s AI spending spree is helping make its Quest headsets more expensive

    Apr 19, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    Meta has announced a price increase for its Quest VR headsets, attributing the rise to the soaring costs of components and its substantial spending on AI infrastructure. The new prices, effective April 19, reflect a broader trend in the tech industry as companies grapple with supply chain challenges.
    Recent advances push Big Tech closer to the Q-Day danger zone

    Recent advances push Big Tech closer to the Q-Day danger zone

    Apr 19, 2026  Twila Rosenbaum
    As quantum computing technology advances, tech giants like Google and Cloudflare are accelerating their timelines for transitioning to quantum-safe algorithms by 2029. This shift comes in response to emerging threats posed by cryptographically relevant quantum computers that could undermine current security protocols.
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