If you're an Apple Books user, the 2024 Year in Review is now available, which aggregates all of your reading data into a fun slideshow akin to Spotify Wrapped.


It's December, which means it's time for every app and service to take part in the social media hype of sharing year-in-reviews. Apple doesn't shy away from the trend, as it offers Apple Music Replay throughout the year and now the Apple Books review is available.

It's quite simple to get your Apple Books Year in Review. Just open the app and tap the green icon that says "Year in Review" under the "Top Picks" category.


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Apple has released a new firmware update for its Beats Solo Buds, though there are currently no details as to what the software update contains.


Tuesday's firmware update increases the build number to 3A130, up from version 3A112, which originally shipped with the Beats Solo Buds. While Apple has not provided any release notes for the firmware, the update likely includes various bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements rather than new features.

The Beats Solo Buds were originally announced in April 2024. They feature a custom acoustic architecture with nozzles and laser-cut vents made with ergonomics in mind. However, they notably lack the active noise cancelation found in products like the AirPods Pro 2.


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Apple is using chips sourced from Amazon Web Services to handle searches, and it may also use them to pre-train Apple Intelligence AI models.


It is common knowledge that large companies like Apple rely on external service providers when it comes to offering certain services. However, while it is expected for Apple to do so for tasks that don't have a level of privacy and security, it turns out that it is doing so for some of its machine learning features.

Revealed during the annual AWS Reinvent conference on Tuesday, Apple confirmed it is using Amazon's custom artificial intelligence chips, reports CNBC.


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We've already got Face ID sensors and a bunch of health sensors in the Apple Watch, but future Apple devices including the Apple Vision Pro will have many more measuring devices, including one for analyzing breathing through your nose. Here's what else is coming.


It's not that long ago that sensors were just something to reveal a plot point on the USS Enterprise. But now we have devices that know when we touch them, when we speak to them, and even when we glance in their direction.

Just going through 2024's patents and patent applications, though, there can't be a type of sensor that Apple is not at least investigating. A newly-granted patent regarding a microphone on your nose is just the latest, although it appears to be the first time Apple has expressed interest in nasal passages.


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Apple Watch collects much more health data than users realize. Let's walk through some of the lesser-known metrics so that you can better leverage them to better your health.


For years now, Apple has been boasting about the health impacts of Apple Watch, featuring touching stories in many of its event hype videos. It's easy to see what a difference the wearable has made.

Everyone knows about a lot of these major features, such as the ability to take an ECG, call emergency services in a car crash, or track your workouts throughout the day. This though, is only touching the surface.


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Apple has distributed its fourth developer beta build of visionOS 2.2, giving the Apple Vision Pro's operating system more testing time ahead of a public release.


Following the Thanksgiving weekend, Apple had a more relaxed beta release than usual on Tuesday, with the first build in this round being visionOS 2.2's fourth iteration.

The third round of this version of visionOS was handed out to developer testers on November 18.


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An exclusive discount is in effect on Apple's 14-inch MacBook Pro M3 with a bump up to 16GB of RAM, now priced at $1,349 with a blowout deal.


With other retailers selling the closeout 8GB model for $1,299 — it's worth spending $50 more to get an upgrade to 16GB of RAM to help future-proof your purchase.

Pick up the M3 14-inch model with 16GB unified memory and 512GB of storage for just $1,349* at Apple Authorized Reseller B&H Photo when you shop through the pricing links in this post from a laptop or desktop (mobile apps are not supported at this time).


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A virtual private network is a utility as necessary as a lock on your front door, so pick one up at a big discount from Surfshark VPN during its winter sale.


There are many uses for a VPN service, like protecting yourself while using an insecure internet connection or catching up on anime exclusive to Netflix in Japan. Either way, Surfshark VPN has you covered.

Give your household the gift of a VPN with unlimited simultaneous connections, plus a host of additional features offered across three subscription tiers. They're all discounted for the Surfshark VPN winter sale and include bonus months on a two-year pre-paid subscription.


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Apple has bestowed the top spot in the annual 2025 Apple Podcasts Award to "Hysterical," honoring the seven-part show for its high quality as well as longevity in the podcast charts.


Each year, the Apple Podcasts award is given out by Apple to the show that demonstrates quality and innovation in podcasting. For 2024, that award went to "Hysterical."

A seven-part series produced by Wondery and Audacy's Pineapple Street Studios, "Hysterical" investigates how an illness spread among a group of New York high school girls.


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Apple has updated most of its iPad lineup in 2024, with the iPad mini the latest. Here's how to choose the best tablet for your budget this holiday season.


Apple offers its iPads at a wide array of price points. The price range covers everyone from value-oriented consumers to those with heftier budgets and greater demands.

The iPad is no exception to this. There's the entry-level iPad if you want a cheap but usable tablet, to the iPad Pro at the highest end of the scale.


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A minister in Indonesia says the local government expects Apple to shortly offer $1 billion in investment, in order to end the country's ban on iPhone 16 sales.


Apple used to qualify for Indonesia's import regulations because it invested in development opportunities there, but then fell short of its promised commitment. Since the end of October 2024, the Indonesian government has banned all iPhone 16 sales.

According to Reuters, Investment Minister Rosan Roeslani first told Indonesian lawmakers that the country will raise its requirements. The minister then said publicly that he expects to see a $1 billion investment commitment from Apple within a week.


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Tired of juggling between Apple Notes and Calculator? A math feature in iOS 18 lets you solve equations instantly with just a quick settings tweak.


If you're like most people, the Apple Notes app on your iPhone is a go-to for jotting down ideas, to-do lists, and even the occasional math equation. It's quick, convenient, and always just a tap away. But Notes can actually solve equations for you.

The new math result feature in iOS 18's Notes app transforms how you handle equations during note-taking. Instead of relying on a separate calculator or switching apps mid-task, Notes can now recognize, calculate, and display results directly in your document.


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Taiwan joins the short list of countries with Apple Vision Pro on December 17 after a round of pre-orders starting on December 5.


Apple's first foray into spatial computing has seen a slow rollout since its launch in February 2024. With the addition of Taiwan, there are thirteen countries where Apple Vision Pro can be purchased.

The news was shared on the localized Taiwan Apple Newsroom, first discovered by MacRumors. The headset has proven difficult for Apple to sell given its high price point and limited native app selection.


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The Keychron K2 HE is a mechanical keyboard with magnetic switches that have adjustable actuation points, which can be used for incredible control while gaming, executing macros, and more.


Keychron continues to impress with its wide lineup of keyboards aimed at every conceivable kind of user. The company even split off into another entity called Lemokey with gaming keyboards and peripherals.

The latest from Keychron is the K2 HE, which uses a magnetic switch for every key. That means the user can program the actuation distance of each key and add multiple actions based on actuation distance.


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An exclusive deal discounts the upgraded M4 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro by a staggering $330, with free 2-day shipping in time for the holidays.


The lowest price on record is available exclusively for AppleInsider readers, with Apple Authorized Reseller B&H Photo dropping the Space Black MacBook Pro 16-inch with 48GB RAM and 512GB storage down to $2,569. This reflects a $330 discount off retail on the M4 Pro model with 14-core CPU and 20-core GPU and is the lowest price available on this configuration per our 16-inch MacBook Pro Price Guide.

Save $330 at B&H


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Looking to upgrade your desktop setup? Cyber Monday is the perfect opportunity to snag an iMac at a discount, with some of the year's best deals on Apple's powerful all-in-one computers.


We've gathered the top iMac discounts available this Cyber Monday, so you can quickly identify the best choice for your budget and preferences. These deals are valid for only a few more hours and stock can sell out quickly, so if you're ready to order, now is your chance.

M4 iMac deals


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Coinbase has added Apple Pay support to its Onramp payment feature for third-party apps, making it easier for iPhone owners to buy cryptocurrency from their devices.


Coinbase Onramp is a tool for app developers that helps them enable users to buy cryptocurrencies rapidly. It is now supporting Apple Pay as a payment method for Coinbase Onramp, when used for fiat-to-crypto purchases.

For developers, Coinbase Onramp is intended as a way to simplify the process of users turning fiat currencies like dollars into cryptocurrencies. Typically, this is a lengthy process, which can require users to bounce between multiple apps, and deal with know-your-customer (KYC) identity verification.


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Baseus has a good selection of charging products everyone needs with Qi2, 45W PD chargers, & 100W cables — and we've got them all on our testing tables.


One of my go-to gifts during the holidays is charging accessories. If you're like me, you likely have family members coming to you to "borrow" your chargers, cables, or battery packs at every turn.

Instead of slowly lending out all of your gear, help your friends and family out by giving them what they need. Yep, it's the socks of the modern age, but they'll thank you for it.


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Keep track of all of your belongings with this four-pack of AirTags for $69.99, the lowest price ever for the bundle at Amazon.


AirTag has been an extremely useful device for people who want to keep tabs on their stuff. It's helped people find lost luggage, track down stolen bags and vehicles, and can even be used to know where your pets currently are.

AirTags on sale at Amazon


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A Cyber Monday price war offers shoppers the lowest price on record for the Late 2024 M4 MacBook Pro 14-inch at Amazon and B&H.


The $1,399 price is available at both at Amazon and B&H Photo. This model features Apple's M4 chip with a 10-core CPU and GPU, along with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. The recent bump up to 16GB of memory for all base models in Apple's current Mac lineup really adds to the value over last year's standard 8GB of memory.

In stock at B&H


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It's not just Spotify that has a year-end wrap-up feature — Apple Music does too! Here's how to get your Apple Music Replay playlist, today.


Spotify has a unique feature called Spotify Wrapped that shows off your top artists, songs, and genres of the year. It is a trendy function that gets shared all over social media at the end of each year, but Apple Music fans need not miss out. In fact, the 2024 Replay playlist has been available since January 28.

The Apple Music Replay function isn't as in-depth as Spotify Wrapped, but it does offer some interesting stats and specialized playlists. Stats include the number of hours of music listened to for the entire year, the number of artists listened to, and top artists with the number of hours listened to each.


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On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, we cover a surprising amount of news for a holiday week including new leaks and new Matter products.


One of our most oft-recommended apps, HomePass, was updated to version 2 this past week with a huge list of new features. It's a must-have app for managing your smart home.

It's a great way to store your pairing codes for your accessories which is very helpful when troubleshooting or changing things in the future. The version 2 launch builds upon that for both Apple Home and Matter accessories.


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