Inventory constraints have been impacting M4 Mac mini ship times, with some configurations expected to deliver as late as March. But this Late 2024 M4 spec with an upgrade to an ample 2TB of storage is $100 off and in stock with free expedited shipping.


This particular configuration that's eligible for a limited-time $100 cash discount features Apple's M4 chip that includes a 10-core CPU and GPU. Measuring at just 5 inches x 5 inches x 2 inches, that's a lot of power in such a compact chassis. But to make this M4 Mac mini stand out further, it also has an upgrade to a 2TB SSD, offering ample storage in such a small package.

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The first half of 2025 is set to be a busy one for Apple. Here's all of the rumors so far, including the iPhone SE 4, M4 Ultra in a Mac Pro, and more!


Apple started off its Apple Silicon transition in the middle of a global pandemic, so those first couple of years were out of balance. As we enter 2025, a pattern has emerged along with a ton of the usual rumors.

It doesn't seem like there will be many surprises in 2025 as Apple bumps chipsets and releases updated versions of old products, but there's at least one device that could surprise us early in the year.


Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely


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Here's how a mountain of tech products come together to help AppleInsider's Andrew O'Hara keep up with the demanding and growing needs of Apple-focused video production.


Here at AppleInsider, most of my work revolves around our video production as well as covering the occasional news and writing reviews. Most of my time is spent in the production studio, but I'm bad at staying put.

I'm always moving around, which dictates which kind of gear I use. For example, while I drool over the New Mac mini or even the yet-to-be-updated Mac Studio, I use an M3 Max 16-inch MacBook Pro due to its portability.


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An unknown number of users say that their M4 Macs are failing to show the correct resolution for their 5K ultrawide monitors, leaving displays either blurry or too small to read.


The problem is less dramatic than how the M4 iPad Pro was being bricked for some users when they updated to iPadOS 18. In this case, it's another M4 problem but the issue is over what resolution the display is shown at.

According to multiple users on Apple's support forums, the issue is specifically with monitors that have a resolution of 5,120 pixels by 2,160 pixels. With high-resolution monitors, Apple scales macOS using a feature it calls high-pixel density mode (HiDPI), which prevents interface elements like windows and menus becoming so small as to be unreadable.


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Apple TV set-top boxes can connect to a VPN so users can access geo-locked content without needing a passport. Here's how to get set up using Surfshark.


Both the Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD can run virtual private networks (VPNs) so long as they are running tvOS 17 or later. The VPN service setup and connection work similarly to how it does on Mac, iPhone, or iPad.

Surfshark is a trustworthy VPN provider that offers its app on the Apple TV App Store. Unlike scammy free VPNs that likely do more harm than good, Surfshark is a paid service that doesn't monetize user data.


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A new report claims that Apple's expected iPhone SE 4 will remain the lowest-cost model, but its price could rise anywhere up to $500.


Previous reports have said that the iPhone SE 4 will remain a sub-$500 device, but now a regular leaker claims that a Japanese news service has confirmed it.

"The information about the shipping price of the Apple iPhone SE 4th generation model has come out again [via a] Japanese news agency channel," writes yeux1122 on his or her blog. "It's a Japanese source with Apple's own chip, etc., 500 dollars or less."


Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible


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Wesley is back to being a full-time iPad Pro user, but there's a splash of Apple Vision Pro and a mountain of other tech involved in the day-to-day. Here's how he gets work done at AppleInsider.


If there's one thing I like writing about, it's my setup and workflows. There's a lot going on here, and unless you're new here, you might already know I'm all in on iPad and a little obsessed with Apple Vision Pro.

My setup and workflows don't reflect the rest of my colleagues, and that's fine. I'm happy that I get to figure out new and interesting ways to tackle problems that might otherwise be solved by simply using a Mac.


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The $1,599 M3 Pro MacBook Pro flash deal reflects the lowest price we've seen in Q4 for the closeout laptop. Upgraded configurations are up to $500 off too, with the deals ending Dec. 31.


The $400 price drop is available at B&H, with limited supply available at the reduced price. This blowout MacBook Pro deal on the last-gen M3 Pro model is valid through Dec. 31 or while supplies last.

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A shaky rumor claims that Apple is prototyping a new Magic Mouse design for the Mac that's more ergonomic — but which users will also be able to talk to.


It was back in 1986's "Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home" where Scotty picked up a Macintosh mouse and tried speaking into it. In 2026, goes the new rumor, that could happen for real.

This new claim follows a previous one that said a more ergonomic Magic Mouse 2 would be released in 2026, probably including moving the USB-C charging port from the bottom. Leaker yeux1122 agrees with all of that, but adds (in translation) that the design will fit "modern computing [needs] with a mixture of touch screen, voice command, and hand movement."


Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible


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Apple's iPhone 16 Pro is a leap forward in video and audio innovation, and the secret lies in its cutting-edge testing labs. Here's how Apple tests new iPhones.


The iPhone 16 Pro elevates Apple's standard for smartphone photography and video to new heights. It's equipped with cutting-edge features such as 4K slow-motion recording and advanced audio tools.

At the heart of Apple's iPhone 16 Pro advancements is a meticulously designed testing process. The labs include a long-wave anechoic chamber where microphones are tested for audio clarity and a Dolby Atmos theater dedicated to fine-tuning video playback.


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Apple TV+ is going free for one weekend because it lacks viewers — but it is far from lacking in absolutely superb shows to watch. Here's what to see first, and just why Apple is doing this.


Apple is cutting down on blockbuster movie theater releases and one impact is that the profile of its Apple TV service will be lower. Since the service consistently has only a small fraction of the audience that Netflix and Disney+ get, Apple has been working to get it in front of more people.



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Save up to $300 on Apple's MacBook Air as retailers launch New Year's sales early to compete for your year-end shopping dollars.


Both Amazon and Best Buy are competing for your business through a MacBook Air price war that has deals as low as $749 this Monday. Many closeout models are limited to stock on hand and could sell out at any time. Apple's latest M3 models with 16GB of unified memory are also marked down to as low as $899, making it a great time to pick up a new laptop at a discount.


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On this final 2024 episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, your host breaks down the new Apple video doorbell rumors as well as revisits the highlights from the last year.


Though it came out a week ago, we're just now getting to talk about the big new Apple rumors for the smart home. Apparently, a video doorbell is in the works, alongside the smart display and security camera.

It's said to support advanced facial recognition that will unlock your door automatically as you approach, similar to Face ID. But on your door, rather than your phone.


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A new leak backs up previous rumors — and previous wishful thinking — that the regular iPhone 17 will finally gain a ProMotion display, making it feel faster and more responsive.


Apple introduced ProMotion with the iPad Pro in 2017, dramatically improving how the screen kept up with Apple Pencil use. ProMotion can raise the display refresh rate to 120Hz where needed, and drop it to save battery power when showing static images.

According to leaker Digital Chat Station on Chinese social media site Weibo, the feature will come to the regular iPhone 17 and expected iPhone 17 Slim in 2025. That's eight years since it debuted on the iPad Pro, and four since it first appeared on the iPhone with the iPhone 13 Pro.


Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible


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Grab the lowest price in 30 days on the Apple Watch Series 10 at Amazon — or pick up an SE 2 for under $200.


Amazon has issued steeper price drops on Apple Watch models this weekend, with the Series 10 dipping back down to $329. This reflects a $70 discount off MSRP and is the lowest price seen in the past 30 days. If budget is a priority, the Apple Watch SE 2 is marked down to $199 — the lowest Apple Watch price you can get across the range.

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Logitech's Wave Keys for Mac offers an ergonomic and quiet typing experience, and for a reasonable price too.


Working at a desk for long periods can be harmful for your health, without the proper equipment. Many people really should be looking into making their computing environment more ergonomic, reducing the chance of aches and pains from prolonged use.

When it comes to keyboards, there are a few options, but one of the more recognizable ergonomic ways is to use a wavy keyboard. One where the keys aren't in straight lines, and are at varied heights too to match your hand's resting positions.


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With a M3 MacBook Air, iPhone 16, and a Beats Pill, my day flows pretty well from work to downtime. Here's how I get things done.


The gear I rely on every day is simple — an M3 MacBook Air for work, an iPhone 16 that's always within reach, and a Beats Pill that provides background music or the latest podcast episode.

My day starts and ends at my M3 MacBook Air. I had a MacBook Pro in the past but I really missed the thinness and lightness of the Air. It's thin and light enough to carry everywhere, whether I'm at my desk or on the couch answering emails.


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After two similar thefts at Apple Stores in the Los Angeles area, another has been reported. Meanwhile, a hit-and-run of a police car resulted in the discovery of a pile of stolen Macs and iPads.


The latest in an occasional AppleInsider series, looking at the world of Apple-related crime.


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The Flexbar is a replacement for Apple's Touch Bar that could give the Stream Deck a run for its money — assuming the software is fully hammered into shape at some point.


The Touch Bar was an element of the MacBook Pro keyboard that offered the promise of productivity. By giving users the ability to touch a row of context-aware buttons that performed shortcuts or changed settings, they could potentially do more without needing to navigate menus or remember key combinations.

While the component had potential, it was often derided and was eventually replaced by a row of physical function keys, following the death of the 13-inch MacBook Pro.


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Consumer electronics and iPhone accessory maker Zagg is letting customers know that credit card transactions may have been compromised due to a hack of a third-party payment processor.


Zagg, based in Utah, makes products such as keyboards, phone cases, screen protectors, power banks, and other accessories. It uses BigCommerce to process credit card transactions on its website, which also provides an app called FreshClicks for creating commerce-friendly websites.

It was discovered that an attacker was able to breach the FreshClicks app, injecting malicious code that stole customers' card details, reports BeepingComputer.


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Amber's work setup includes an iMac, a MacBook Air, an iPad Air — and one very, very expensive laser cutter. Here's how it all works together, and how she gets things done for AppleInsider.


At this point, I'm pretty sure I've earned my reputation as the most tech-critical member of the AppleInsider staff through countless other pieces I've written. I'm sure that'll also be reflected here.

When Mike asked me to write a piece about my setup, I scoffed. Surely, my setup would be far less impressive than my coworkers' — and I still stand by that.


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Two months of usage later, the iPad mini 7 is still a great compact media and gaming tablet, though there are certainly some areas for improvement.


I owned the very first Retina iPad mini way back in 2014, but it was only ever a Netflix machine for me. With the release of the new seventh-generation model that's all changed, and it might just be the defacto iPad from here on out.

The new 2024 iPad mini is the smallest tablet in a lineup dominated by superfast, super-big tablets. But after spending a few weeks with the new A17 Pro-powered, I think I finally get why you should buy one.


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