Exclusive By Christine McKee Wednesday, January 23, 2019, 04:06 pm PT (07:06 pm ET) Exclusively for AI readers, B&H Photo is knocking $900 off Apple's high-end Mid 2017 13-inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar. Packed with upgrades, including a 3.5GHz processor, 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage, this model is top of the line. Apple's 2017 12.9-inch iPad Pro is also hundreds of dollars off, with the 512GB Wi-Fi + Cellular model now $849 ($430 off).$900 off loaded 2017 13-inch MacBook Pros with Touch Bars2017 13" MacBook Pro with Touch Bar (3.5GHz 16GB 1TB) Space Gray: $1,999* ($900 off)2017 13" MacBook Pro with Touch Bar (3.5GHz 16GB 1TB) Silver: $1,999* ($900 off)*B&H will not collect sales tax on orders shipped outside these states. For a limited time only, B&H Photo is taking $900 off a very popular Mid 2017 13-inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar exclusively for AppleInsider readers. Priced at $1,999 with this special link, the loaded model features an upgraded 3.5GHz processor, … [Read more...] about Last call: $900 off Apple’s top-of-the-line 13″ MacBook Pro with Touch Bar, $430 off 12.9″ iPad Pros
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Apple’s next low-cost iPads might skip Face ID
That same code also references a new iPod touch -- no, Apple hasn't forgotten about its last pocketable media player. While there's no mention of exactly what's new, it wouldn't have either Face ID or Touch ID. In other words, it's likely to be a quiet speed bump that replaces the aging A8 chip (and possibly other components) rather than an overhaul.There might be more. The news comes as six iPad variants cleared the Eurasian Economic Commission's certification process, with model numbering hinting that there could be a iPad mini update in the works. Rumors have swirled of a replacement for the tiny slate, even if it's just to modernize its guts and bring it to a more affordable price. Whether or not there's a new mini on the way, Apple appears to have at least some new hardware to show in the first few months of 2019. … [Read more...] about Apple’s next low-cost iPads might skip Face ID
The first smartphones without ports aren’t from Apple
By Roger Fingas Thursday, January 24, 2019, 06:08 am PT (09:08 am ET) Perhaps beating Apple to the punch on where many people see the iPhone headed, two Chinese brands have teased the first smartphones without any physical buttons, or even any connector ports.The Meizu Zero, on the right. The one intended for commercial release is the Meizu Zero, which has a 5.99-inch, edge-to-edge AMOLED display with an integrated fingerprint sensor. The phone even lacks a SIM slot and speaker grills, replacing them with an eSIM and piezoelectric transducer, the latter turning the screen into a speaker. Charging is handled using an 18-watt wireless module, making it the fastest on any smartphone. For comparison, Apple's latest iPhones support 7.5 watts. Other specifications include a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor and a dual-lens rear camera with 12- and 20-megapixel sensors. The front notably has a 20-megapixel sensor, sharper than most other selfie cameras. Meizu hasn't said when the device … [Read more...] about The first smartphones without ports aren’t from Apple
Apple’s iPhone XR/XS trade-in offer now has a monthly payment option
The 2018 iPhone lineupSince late November, Apple has been running a trade-in offer which increases the value of older devices by up to $100 when an iPhone XR or iPhone XS/XS Max is purchased. As part of this, the iPhone XR can be purchased for as little as $449 while the iPhone XS series starts at $699 when an older model is replaced.While this does represent a big discount over their usual retail prices, not everyone is willing to spend so much money on a phone at once. So, in the hope of boosting sales again, Apple has now implemented a monthly payment option. As part of this, the iPhone XR can be acquired for $18.99/month while the premium iPhone XS models start at $29.99/month for 24 months.Despite being advertised as a ‘limited time’ deal since the very beginning, Apple’s trade-in deal is about to enter its third month of availability. And going by this latest extension, it appears Apple has no plans to end it just yet. Especially considering the weak sales the … [Read more...] about Apple’s iPhone XR/XS trade-in offer now has a monthly payment option
Apple to simplify Safari AutoFill with Touch ID support in macOS 10.14.4
By AppleInsider Staff Friday, January 25, 2019, 05:34 pm PT (08:34 pm ET) According to a new Settings menu option in Apple's macOS 10.14.4 beta release, the upcoming Mac operating system will allow users to complete Safari AutoFill operations with Touch ID on systems that support the authentication hardware. Discovered by iMore, the forthcoming feature streamlines the Safari AutoFill process, which lets users automatically fill in web forms with stored credentials and information. Currently, the AutoFill mechanic in macOS Mojave requires users to click on a text box or field and select corresponding credit card, user name, contact, password or other information from an AutoFill dropdown menu. Alternatively, Mac presents AutoFill suggestions when users begin to fill out a form with information that coincides with credentials stored in Keychain. With macOS 10.14.4, owners of MacBook Pro and MacBook Air models with Touch ID can automatically fill out forms by selecting a text box … [Read more...] about Apple to simplify Safari AutoFill with Touch ID support in macOS 10.14.4