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Macworld If you want to buy a MacBook Air for less you’ve come to the right place. We can help you find the best deals on a MacBook Air. We know what to look for when making the choice and our Best Prices Comparison looks at all the stores that sell Apple Macs so we can find the best prices right now. Whether it’s the latest MacBook Air M4, or an older MacBook Air model that you want to find on sale, we share the best prices you can get the MacBook Air for. Just watch out for the pitfalls that come with buying an older generation model, such as less RAM, as we explain below. We follow all the Apple resellers all year round, so we know the best prices resellers have sold Apple products for – and we know if they have a really good deal and not just an ok deal. Check out the best deals we are seeing right now below. If you would also consider a MacBook Pro then take a look at our round up of the Best Deals on the MacBook Pro. We also list all the best Apple deals right now on all Apple products, including iMac, Mac mini, iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch.  Later this month it’s Black Friday and we expect to see some super deals on MacBook Air at that time, so do bookmark our Best Black Friday MacBook deals page. Best MacBook Air deals right now Here are the best MacBook Air deals we recommend right now. These are the best MacBook Pro deals we have seen in the U.S. and U.K. For those looking for deals in Canada or Australia see the Price Comparison Boxes below. U.S.: Amazon has $200 off the price of the M4 MacBook Air, it’s a limited time deal though, so it may not last for long. Amazon, 13-inch M4 MacBook Air (256GB): $799 ($200 off, MSRP $999) Amazon, 15-inch M4 MacBook Air (256GB): $999 ($200 off, MSRP $1,199) U.K.: Amazon, 13-inch MacBook Air, M4 (256GB): £879 (£120 off, RRP £999) Amazon, 13-inch MacBook Air, M4 (1TB): £1,229.97 (£169 off, RRP £1,399) Amazon, 15-inch MacBook Air, M4 (256GB): £1,079.97 (£119 off, RRP £1,199) Every MacBook Air deal right now In the tables below you will see the best price right now for the various MacBook Air models. Note Apple’s recommended retail price and you will be able to see just how good the deals on the MacBook Air are. M4 13-inch MacBook Air, 10-core CPU/8-core GPU, 256GB, 16GB RAM, MSRP $999/£999 Retailer Price $799 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket M4 13-inch MacBook Air, 10-core CPU/10-core GPU, 512GB, 16GB RAM, MSRP $1,199/£1,199 Retailer Price $999 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket M4 13-inch MacBook Air, 10-core CPU/10-core GPU, 1TB, 24GB RAM, MSRP $1,399/£1,399 Retailer Price $1,199 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket M4 15-inch MacBook Air, 10-core CPU/10-core GPU, 256GB, 16GB RAM, MSRP $1,199/£1,199 Retailer Price $999 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket M4 15-inch MacBook Air, 10-core CPU/10-core GPU, 512GB, 16GB RAM, MSRP $1,399/£1,399 Retailer Price $1,199 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket M4 15-inch MacBook Air, 10-core CPU/10-core GPU, 512B, 24GB RAM, MSRP $1,599/£1,599 Retailer Price $1,399 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Discontinued MacBook Air models While stock is still available you may be able to pick up a deal on these discontinued Macs. Before you shop though you need to keep the following in mind: The M4 MacBook Air starting price is $100/£100 less than that of the M3 MacBook Air. In October 2024 Apple doubled the RAM in the M3 MacBook Air and you may still find an older model with 8GB RAM on sale. Do not buy the 8GB version unless there is a gigantic discount. M3 13-inch MacBook Air, 8-core CPU/8-core GPU, 256GB, 16GB RAM, was $1,099/£1,099 Retailer Price Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket M3 13-inch MacBook Air, 8-core CPU/10-core GPU, 512GB, 16GB RAM, was $1,299/£1,299 (was $1,499/£1,499) Retailer Price $1269 View Deal $1,299 View Deal $1299 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket M3 13-inch MacBook Air, 8-core CPU/10-core GPU, 512GB, 24GB RAM, was $1,499/£1,499 Retailer Price Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket M3 15-inch MacBook Air, 8-core CPU/10-core GPU, 256GB, 16GB RAM, was $1,299/£1,299 Retailer Price $1,099 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket M3 15-inch MacBook Air, 8-core CPU/10-core GPU, 512GB, 16GB RAM, was $1,499/£1,499 (was $1,699/£1,699) Retailer Price $1,099 View Deal $1399 View Deal $1499 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket M3 15-inch MacBook Air, 8-core CPU/10-core GPU, 512GB, 24GB RAM, was $1,699/£1,699 Retailer Price $1,124.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket M3 13-inch MacBook Air, 8-core CPU/8-core GPU, 8GB RAM, 256GB, MSRP was $1,099/£1,099 Retailer Price

Macworld A slew of new iPhones arrived in September 2025, and if you’re scouting out ways to buy the iPhone 17, iPhone Air, or either of the iPhone 17 Pro models, we have your back. Whether it’s directly from Apple, from your go-to retailer, or your carrier, there are loads of options to get yourself a new phone. You don’t have to buy the iPhone 17, 17 Pro, or Pro Max, or the iPhone Air, directly from Apple, all the major carriers will offer you one on contract. One of the benefits of not buying from Apple is that you can take advantage of special promotions and deals offered by popular retailers and carriers. And, if you are shopping from the U.K., resellers, including Amazon, will sell you an unlocked iPhone at a good discount. If you aren’t sure which new iPhone to buy, we compare every iPhone in a separate article. You can also find deals on other iPhones here: Best iPhone Deals. Later this month it’s Black Friday and we expect to see some good iPhone deals at that time, so do bookmark our Best Black Friday iPhone deals. Get your iPhone 17, iPhone Air, 17 Pro or 17 Pro Max from a carrier One of the easiest ways to get the new iPhone is directly from your carrier. AT&T: You can get up to $830 off the iPhone 17 when you trade in an eligible iPhone. The savings transform into monthly credits on your bill for the next 36 months. T-Mobile: The carrier offers the iPhone 17 for free when you switch to T-Mobile and add a line on the Experience plans. The money transforms into bill credits spread over the next 24 months. T-Mobile is offering $1,000 off an iPhone Air. Verizon: Save up to $830 with a trade-in and a new line. This offer is only available online. U.S. Cellular: You can get $999 off an iPhone Air at U.S. Cellular. Xfinity Mobile: If you trade in a qualifying phone you can get up to $830 off a new iPhone 17 series model. Boost Mobile: You can get $850 off the price of the iPhone 17 with Boost’s $65 per month plan. In the U.K. you can find deals at the following: Mobiles.co.uk O2 Vodafone Three Virgin Mobile EE Sky Mobile Carphone Warehouse Best iPhone 17 deals The iPhone 17 is available in a bunch of gorgeous colors, has a larger display, and features a new A19 chip. It has a ton of upgrades over the iPhone 16, including a 48MP ultra-wide camera, an 18MP Center Stage selfie cam, ProMotion display with always-on, longer battery life, and twice the starting storage at 256GB. In the U.S. an unlocked iPhone 17 has a starting price of $829 at Apple, but you can get up to $700 off with a trade-in (though most people will get around $400). You will also get an extra $30 discount if you activate the phone with one of the available carriers — AT&T, Boost Mobile, T-Mobile, or Verizon. All in all, you’ll save hundreds on the price as long as you have a new-ish phone to trade in. You can also get your phone from one of the big retailers, though they might not have all of the same color and capacity options as the Apple Store: Walmart: Prices start at $849 with AT&T, T-Mobile, or Verizon activation. Best Buy: Prices start at $830 with AT&T or Verizon activation. Up to $375 in trade-in. In the U.K. you can pick up an unlocked iPhone 17 from Apple or third-party resellers for £799 or less. Amazon: U.K. readers will find it on Amazon from £799. Eventually we will see that price drop. Get the iPhone 17 from a retailer iPhone 17, 256GB, from $799/£799 Retailer Price Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket iPhone 17, 512GB, from $999/£999 Apple iPhone 17 (512GB) Best iPhone Air deals The iPhone Air, while technically not part of the iPhone 17 family, is Apple’s thinnest phone ever. With a 6.5-inch display and just 5.6mm thick, this iPhone Air is a technical marvel, with an A19 Pro processor, 18MP Center Stage selfie camera, and 48MP Fusion camera that can capture 4K video at 60fps. There are some sacrifices, such as less battery life and a single camera, but if you want the latest “wow” phone, this is the one to get Prices for the iPhone Air start at $999 for the 256GB version, and it goes as high as $1,399 for the 1TB model. Apple offers up to $700 off with a trade-in, and you can activate your phone straight away with AT&T, Boost Mobile, T-Mobile, or Verizon, although there’s no activation discount at all. There’s no extra discount if you activate your phone with one of the available carriers (AT&T, Boost Mobile, T-Mobile, or Verizon) straight away, so it doesn’t matter if you choose to connect to one at a later time. All this could bring the price of the iPhone Air down to $299. The following retailers list the iPhone Air. Walmart – price starts at $1,049 with AT&T, T-Mobile, or Verizon activation. Best Buy – price starts at $999.99 with AT&T or Verizon activation. Best Buy also offers up to $375 in trade-in. In the U.K. you can pick up an unlocked iPhone Air from Apple or third-party resellers for £999 or less. Amazon: U.K. readers will find the iPhone Air on Amazon from £999. Eventually we will see that price drop. Get the iPhone Air from a retailer iPhone Air, 256GB, from $999/£999 Retailer Price Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket iPhone Air, 512GB, from $999/£999 Apple iPhone Air (512GB) Best iPhone 17 Pro & Pro Max deals The iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max have a new aluminum-and-glass design and deliver a “dramatic leap in performance” with the A19 Pro chip and vapor-cooled thermal management. They’ve also got three 48MP rear cameras, including an 8X optical-quality telephoto lens. For real iPhone pros, this is the best phone yet. The iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max are a bit pricier, starting at $1,099 and going up to $1,999 for the decked-out 2TB version of the Pro Max. Apple offers up to $700 off with a trade-in. There’s no extra discount if you activate your phone with one of the available carriers (AT&T, Boost Mobile, T-Mobile, or Verizon) straight away, so it doesn’t matter if you choose to connect to one at a later time. All in all, you could get the phone for as low as $399. A few big retailers already have the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max listed:. Walmart: Price starts at $1,149 with AT&T, T-Mobile, or Verizon activation. Best Buy: Price starts at $1,099.99 with AT&T or Verizon activation. Up to $375 in trade-in. In the U.K.: Amazon: Price starts at £1,099. Get the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max from a retailer iPhone 17 Pro, 256GB, from $1,099/£1,099 Retailer Price Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket iPhone 17 Pro, 512GB, from $1,299/£1,299 Apple iPhone 17 Pro (512GB) iPhone 17 Pro Max, 256GB, from $1,199/£1,199 Retailer Price Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket iPhone 17 Pro Max, 512GB, from $1,499/£1,499 Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (512GB)

Macworld Having launched new iPhones, Apple Watches, and AirPods at a dedicated press event in September, and then new MacBooks, iPads, and an M5 version of the Vision Pro via press release in October, Apple may be finished with its product release plans for 2025. But then again, it may not. In the latest edition of his Power On newsletter, Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman reveals that Apple employees are gearing up for a retail store event on November 12. This is so major and secretive an undertaking that the unfortunate staff will have to remain in the store after closing time and work on updating displays overnight. “That kind of event often signals that something new is coming,” Gurman explains… but then concedes that, in this case, it may just mean setting up holiday shopping displays. So we shouldn’t get too carried away. Yet there remains a real chance we could get a third batch of new products for fall 2025. As Gurman reports, inventory shortages suggest that Apple will soon launch new models of the Apple TV and HomePod mini with updated chips and in-house wireless components. (They’re also overdue purely in terms of the age of the current products. The HomePod mini came out as long ago as 2020 and hasn’t been updated since, other than to get new colors; the current Apple TV is almost exactly three years old.) That could be what the in-store overnight event is all about, or one part of why it’s necessary. It’s also worth noting that November 12 is a Wednesday. Apple’s web announcements often occur early in the week, but rarely on a Monday, so new things could arrive on Tuesday and then hit Apple Store shelves on Wednesday. Furthermore, the recent round of M5 Macs and iPads was announced on a Tuesday but weren’t available for purchase until the following Wednesday, so Apple could conceivably announce new products as early as tomorrow. If the new HomePods and Apple TVs don’t appear this month, Gurman adds, they will be with us early in 2026, “especially since they’ll help showcase the new Siri and Apple Intelligence features planned for next year.” Then again, when it comes to Siri’s major revamp, we’ve hit delays before and may do so again. For more information about Apple’s plans for this month, check out our guide to the new products coming in November.

Macworld Before you even start the setup on your new iPhone 17—be it an iPhone 17 or Air, 17 Pro or 17 Pro Max— you should consider what type of case you need to protect it in. However good Apple’s new Ceramic Shield 2 shell is, it won’t be up to protecting your phone if dropped or scraped. A case just makes sense—and can look fantastic, too. Some are even ultra glamorous. Cases come in more shapes and sizes and with more functionality than you’d believe. Hit these links to jump straight to our recommendations, reviews and tests to find the perfect case for your iPhone 17, Air, 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max. Or read on for more case advice before reaching the product charts. Best clear iPhone 17 cases Best-looking iPhone 17 cases Best protective cases for iPhone 17 Best leather and leather-alternative iPhone 17 cases Best iPhone 17 cases with wallet Best iPhone bags Best iPhone 17 camera grip cases Do I need an iPhone case for iPhone 17? You may have heard that Apple’s new-generation Ceramic Shield 2 front cover promises 3x better scratch resistance, and for the Pro and Pro Max models Ceramic Shield also protects the back of iPhone, delivering 4x better resistance to cracks than the back glass on previous models. Does that mean that you no longer need a case? A case will keep your iPhone looking at it’s best, which will be a benefit when and if you come to sell it. Also, note that neither the plain iPhone 17 nor Air feature the same level of back protection. Do I need an iPhone case for iPhone Air? The iPhone Air is so thin it seems a shame to bulk it up in a protective case. It’s also tough at resisting bending but it is still just as vulnerable to drops and everyday dings. Most cases reviewed here have a variant for the iPhone Air but there are especially thin cases such as the super-slim Thinborne iPhone 17 Case and Pitaka Ultra-Slim Case, or consider the Nomad Magnetic Leather Back that misses the sides altogether and protects just the back. Why you need an iPhone case The primary function of a phone case is to protect your high-cost but fragile device from physical damage—caused by accidental impacts such as shocks from drops and scrapes that can leave your phone with a cracked screen, scratches, dents, a shattered back or internal harm. In fact, research shows that within 10 weeks of purchase, half of all new phone users will drop their handset. D’oh! Just being pulled from your pocket many times a day causes gradual wear that adds to the unseen damage from UV exposure and other environmental factors. Environmental protection safeguards against water and dust damage that can degrade or destroy your precious phone. Putting your iPhone into a case doesn’t make it indestructible, but it will reduce the risk of everyday or unexpected damage that might otherwise save a costly repair or full replacement. Which type of iPhone case to choose As nice as Apple makes its phones look there are only a handful of colors, so a case also offers aesthetic personalization through design (there are thousands to choose from) and customized style. Love the Cosmic Orange iPhone Pro but want to save money with the basic iPhone 17 model? Why not just buy a bold orange case for the 17, such as the Beats iPhone 17 Rugged Case in Sierra Orange? Choosing the right case material (be that silicone, leather, Graphene or Kevlar) is also key—depending on whether you are after better grip, more robust protection or luxurious leather. Cases can also add functionality, with handy features such as stands for hands-free viewing or wallet holders for carrying cards and cash. If you ever wirelessly charge your phone, make sure the case is MagSafe compatible—most are these days. Best clear iPhone cases for iPhone 17, Air, 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max If covering up Apple’s iPhone offends your inner Jony Ive, look for a clear, transparent case that keeps the iPhone’s looks as wonderful as they were straight out of the box. Why pick out a Sky Blue iPhone Air or Cosmic Orange iPhone 17 Pro Max, only to cover it up in a black plastic case or something with badly drawn flowers on it? With a Clear case, you get decent protection without ruining the look of the phone—although Apple has rather mucked this up with its own version; see review below. If you want a plain black case or flowery pattern instead of Apple’s small palette of colors, we have plenty for you to choose from further down this feature. 1. Apple iPhone 17 Clear Case with MagSafe – Simple but flawed clear iPhone 17 case Pros Made by Apple Shows off iPhone 17’s color Cons Basic protection Ugly on Pro / Pro Max Open bottom section Expensive Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 29g Camera edge: 2mm Button covers: Plastic Colors: Clear Available for: iPhone 17 | iPhone Air | iPhone 17 Pro | iPhone 17 Pro Max Amazon: All iPhone 17 models Amazon UK: iPhone 17 | iPhone Air | iPhone 17 Pro | iPhone 17 Pro Max This simple, rigid iPhone 17 protective case from Apple is thin and light. By design, clear cases shouldn’t disguise the color of your iPhone that you chose when you purchased it. The Apple Clear Case is made from a blend of optically clear polycarbonate and other flexible materials, with a scratch-resistant coating on both the inside and outside. While it’s more protective than silicone cases and features a robust-looking 2mm camera lip, you can find tougher cases, which we have reviewed below. While the Clear Case for the basic iPhone 17 is as you’d expect, Apple has somewhat ruined the idea of a “clear” case for its Pro and Pro Mac versions of the iPhone 17, which feature a slab of white plastic at the back under the camera area. It’s white whatever color of iPhone 17 Pro or Max that you own. This is because Apple added its second-generation Ceramic Shield glass as a separate panel on the back of the Pro models—it’s on only the front of all the 17 family. To keep the back design visually balanced, the Apple logo was repositioned slightly lower. The white slab on Apple’s clear case is related to this adjustment and the alignment of the MagSafe magnets. Customers are already complaining that Apple should have created cases with a block in the color of the phone. If your iPhone 17 Pro or Pro Max is orange or deep blue that slab of white is, well I’ll say it, ugly. The bottom of the Clear Case is nearly fully open, which reduces the level protection. For the iPhone Air Apple has another not really clear solution: the iPhone Air Bumper. This protects the edges of the phone and matches the Air’s color but leaves the back exposed. With a raised bezel it will also stop the screen touching the surface when laid flat. You can choose the bumper color to match your iPhone Air or select another color if you are feeling adventurous. Apple also sells the iPhone Air Case with MagSafe in Frost or Shadow, with a 0.9mm back panel that’s reinforced with a polycarbonate frame. The inside is lightly frosted, while the exterior is finished to a high gloss. At 29g it’s super light, and while the rigid case adds a little bulk, it’s worth a little compromise for that layer of protection. All materials and coatings are optimized to prevent yellowing over time. There are also cheaper clear cases, which we have also tested for you. But the Apple badge is a sure sign of quality, as you’d expect. 2. ESR Classic Hybrid Magnetic Case – Best budget clear iPhone 17 case Pros Shows off iPhone’s color Affordable Stash Stand option Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $9.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 42g (with Stash Stand) Raised edge: 1.2mm Camera edge: 0.8mm to 2mm Button covers: Plastic Colors: Clear, plus frosted pink, blue, black and green Available for: iPhone 17 | iPhone Air | iPhone 17 Pro | iPhone 17 Pro Max Amazon: All iPhone 17 models If you want see-through protection for your new iPhone 17 ESR’s Classic Hybrid Case—with 1.5mm back—features shock-absorbing Air Guard corners that can protect from drop

Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Excellent linear switches Ear-pleasing typing sound Incredibly well built Magnetic Hall effect switches Highly customizable Full of top-tier features for typists and gamers Can change between macOS and Windows layouts Cons Substantial weight limits its portability No height adjustment Looks a bit gaudy Printed legends will eventually wear off Our Verdict The Lemokey L1 HE is one pricey keyboard, but you certainly get a lot for your money–incredible build quality and a raft of high-quality features. If money’s no object and you want a premium keyboard, the L1 HE fits the bill. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Best Prices Today: L1 HE Retailer Price Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Best Prices Today: Check today’s prices If Apple’s Magic Keyboard isn’t quite hitting the spot for you, branching out into the world of mechanical keyboards is often a good bet. The Lemokey L1 HE is a premium option with a price tag to match, but it’s overflowing with high-end features that promise to elevate your typing experience. Let’s start with the aspect that’s most apparent when you first unbox this keyboard: its phenomenal weight. It’s built like a tank, with an all-aluminum chassis and barely a strip of plastic in sight. It tipped the scales at a smidge over 2 kg (just under 4.5 lbs), and chances are it’s the heaviest keyboard you’ll ever use. There’s no need to worry about it shifting around your desk in day-to-day usage–this thing is staying put, no matter what. The Lemokey L1 HE is a heavyweight in more ways than one.Alex Blake/Foundry Not only that, but the added heft brings a real sense of class to the L1 HE. There’s absolutely no bend or flex in the body anywhere you look. It’s so strong, in fact, that it could probably survive a nuclear blast and still come up smiling. Battery life is decent. When tested in Bluetooth 5.2 mode and with backlighting on full brightness, the full battery was at 60 percent after 20 hours of usage. Lemokey says you should get up to 100 hours of juice from its 4,000mAh battery when the backlighting is at its lowest setting, or 18 to 20 hours when backlighting is full. Given our drop of 40 percent after 20 hours with lighting turned all the way up, you might be able to exceed Lemokey’s numbers. While RGB lighting isn’t for everyone, the default wave pattern is tasteful. With 22 presets to choose from, you’re sure to find something you like. Turning off the backlight will help preserve the L1 HE’s battery life.Alex Blake/Lemokey The L1 HE comes in a 75 percent layout, which essentially chops off the numpad and loses a fistful of bonus keys for good measure. It offers the standard QWERTY keys and a function row, alongside a few extras (Delete, Insert, Page Up, Page Down, Home, but no End). This does make the keyboard more compact and travel-friendly, although that’s offset somewhat by the addition of four large macro keys and, most obviously, the incredible weight. Lemokey is the gamer-focused sub-brand of keyboard maker Keychron, and one thing this firm has always been good at is ensuring its keyboards work with both macOS and Windows layouts. In the Lemokey L1 HE, you get swappable macOS and Windows keycaps in the box (as well as many extras, including a keycap puller, screws and a screwdriver, a USB-C to USB-A adapter, and more), plus the ability to change layouts on the fly, so the macOS Command function is mapped to the correct key automatically, for example. Many Keychron boards have a physical switch for this, but unfortunately the L1 HE forces you to do this with the Lemokey Launcher app. That slows things down, and a physical switch would be preferable if you’re often flipping between macOS and Windows. Swappable keycaps and a removal tool as included with the L1 HE.Alex Blake/Foundry On the left-hand side of the keyboard are four programmable macro keys, which can be set using Lemokey’s Launcher companion app (more on that in a bit). Above them is a customizable roller (set to adjust system volume by default) and a flip switch for changing between Bluetooth, wired and 2.4GHz modes. The roller is textured and firm, if a little heavy in action, while the flip switch clicks satisfyingly in use. Lemokey has done something interesting with the keycaps on the L1 HE by using two different approaches. You get double-shot PBT caps for most keys, while accents (like the Enter, Backspace, Shift and Caps Lock keys) are formed out of transparent polycarbonate plastic. The end result is a mixed bag and certainly won’t be to everyone’s taste. While the PBT caps are slightly textured and resistant to finger oils, the clear keycaps pick up (and hold onto) smudges incredibly easily. They’re also daubed with garish “gamer” flourishes that aren’t exactly Apple’s aesthetic (thankfully, Lemokey does several other color options). And since their legends are printed on (as opposed to the PBT caps, which have the legends molded into the keys), they’ll eventually wear off. Typing sound and feel The typing feel is one of the most important factors to consider when buying a keyboard. If it’s not comfortable to use, it won’t last long at your desk. Sadly, this keyboard lacks any kind of height adjustment, and that resulted in a degree of discomfort after only a short period of typing. I eventually got used to it, but the lack of height adjustment means its ergonomics are sub-par. Presumably the device is too heavy for flip-out legs, but perhaps some other option is possible (stackable magnets are used by rival products, for example). The lack of a wrist rest is also a touch disappointing, especially considering the sky-high price. In many other ways, though, the Lemokey L1 HE is superb to type on. My review unit came with Gateron’s Nebula switches under each key. Their linear nature means there’s no tactile bump or click as they’re actuated, which is perfect for gaming (where quick presses are required) but can lead to finger strain from “bottoming out” the keys if you’re typing all day. Happily, that wasn’t a problem in testing, and while typists might prefer tactile switches, the Nebula linears are still a strong option. The L1 HE can connect via Bluetooth, USB-C, or 2.4GHz wireless. Alex Blake/Foundry These switches come pre-lubed for smoother motion and also feature magnetic Hall effect tech as opposed to a more traditional mechanical switch structure. What this means is that they use an electromagnetic field to actuate with each key press. Because this avoids physical contact, they should last much longer than standard alternatives. Their magnetic nature also means you can customize the actuation point to your liking, meaning you can type while pressing as shallowly or as deeply as you want. If the switches aren’t doing it for you, you can remove them and swap them out for something else. Lemokey says you’ll need to use compatible Hall effect magnetic switches, though. Any keyboard connoisseur knows that a board’s sound is almost as important as its feel, and here the Lemokey L1 HE comes up trumps again. It brings a thocky sound that is deeply satisfying when you’re firing off sentences at a rapid clip. That’s thanks in part to the multiple layers of foam and sound-dampening materials that reduce the vibrations as you type. It’s worth noting that the Space bar produces a slightly different sound to the other keys, which may or may not be a problem for you. While it’s a great device for typists, the Lemokey L1 HE is also loaded with gamer-pleasing features. That includes a rapid trigger mode that repeatedly actuates without requiring each key to be fully released, a Snap Click feature that allows two keys to be alternated in quick succession, an analog mode that permits fine-grained control rather than binary on/off statuses, and more. You can even program keys to perform different tasks depending on how far you press them. And if you use the board in its wired or 2.4GHz modes, you get a 1,000Hz polling rate, which provides the kind of low-latency moves that can give you an edge during gameplay. With macOS increasingly becoming a serious gaming destination, these are worthy features to have. Many of these additions have to be enabled using the Lemokey Launcher, which is a web app rather than a standalone program. You can run it on both macOS and Windows, and it provides a fairly intuitive way to customize your keyboard. Although some features could be a little clearer, it’s a relatively painless way to create macros, enable gaming tools, remap keys, and more. If you’re out for a premium mechanical keyboard that pulls almost no punches, the Lemokey L1 HE is a worthy contender. Its comfortable switches, high-end features and numerous quality touches make it a top-notch option for discerning typists. But be prepared to pay for the privilege. Should you buy the Lemokey L1 HE? Given its $240 price tag, the Lemokey L1 HE isn’t an impulse buy for most people. That said, it’s stuffed with high-end features that will benefit typists and gamers alike, from its hot-swappable Hall effect switches and smooth acoustics to its huge customizability and compatibility with both macOS and Windows layouts. If you’re in the market for a premium keyboard t

Macworld So. Farewell then, Liquid Glass. You made Apple’s software interfaces all transparent and arguably harder to read. “Why has everything on my iPhone changed?!” That’s what people said about you. When they were being polite. At other times they called you Liquid Ass. Liquid Glass is (or perhaps we should say was) an all-encompassing design language foisted on to Apple’s main products with the OS 26 software updates. It was supposed to make the company’s ecosystem more consistent, but a clue to its real purpose came in a particularly striking launch statement. “Ultimately,” said Alan Dye, Apple’s vice president of Human Interface Design, “it makes even the simplest of interactions more fun and magical.” This was design as performance: flamboyance over function. Users, unfortunately, did not find it either fun or magical. As one of my colleagues put it, “People seem to either hate Liquid Glass or… well, the Macalope has yet to see anyone who says they love it.” Apple might have put these complaints down to the usual stick-in-the-muddism that greets any major interface change, such as the death of skeuomorphism when iOS 7 arrived in 2013. But the issues clearly ran deeper. It wasn’t just that it was different, but that it was objectively worse on a functional level. Change is challenging, but new interfaces become familiar in time. Bad design remains bad design no matter how much you grow used to it. Following the iOS 7 redesign, Apple stuck to its guns and refused to back down. It won users over, spawned legions of imitators, and became the dominant interface style for more than a decade. Less than two months after the public rollout of Liquid Glass, by contrast, Apple is waving the white flag. Of course, Liquid Glass isn’t officially dead: Apple put a huge weight of marketing behind the new design language this summer, and simply killing it off in one fell swoop would have been a truly humiliating U-turn. Rather, Apple is climbing down in stages. As of the launch of iOS 26.1, expected to launch later today (check your updates! It may be waiting for you), you’ll be able to go into Settings and adjust the appearance of those intrusive transparency effects. And by adjust, I mean “put them back the way they were in iOS 18.” Other Liquid Glass elements will remain, such as the look-at-me toggles, but the single biggest annoyance will be zapped with the tap of a single overdesigned button. Eagle-eyed readers may point out that it was already possible to reduce the transparency effect by using Accessibility settings. But those who’ve tried that process will know that the Reduce Transparency toggle is surprisingly well hidden and cannot be found by searching for the words Liquid Glass. What’s more, by putting this setting under Accessibility, Apple implied that the change would only be necessary for iPhone owners with vision or cognitive issues. By placing the new section under the Display and Brightness menu, and giving it an easily searchable Liquid Glass label, Apple is acknowledging that it’s something of interest to everyone, and invites us all to use it. Apple presumably hopes this is not the end for Liquid Glass. Maybe the company’s designers believe that users will make the switch and suddenly realise how much they miss the new design, then rush to turn it back on. But I wouldn’t be so optimistic. You can’t unring this bell; users are going to turn off the transparency effects and never look back. Worse, they’ve smelled blood and know they can win concessions by complaining. And my prediction is that the Liquid Glass settings menu is going to start filling up with other toggles. And you know what? Good. Most of the time Apple knows best when it comes to design, but it’s not infallible. It got this one wrong, and I’m glad the company is making steps to acknowledge this (albeit only tacitly) and to make amends. This doesn’t have to mean a total change of philosophy, nor should the company start making every single new feature or interface tweak optional, otherwise nothing will ever move forward. But this wasn’t functional design; it was showing off. And Apple can and should do better, starting today. Foundry Welcome to our weekly Apple Breakfast column, which includes all the Apple news you missed last week in a handy bite-sized roundup. We call it Apple Breakfast because we think it goes great with a Monday morning cup of coffee or tea, but it’s cool if you want to give it a read during lunch or dinner hours too. Have your say Last week I spent several hundred words congratulating myself for predicting that the iPhone Air would be a flop. But was I wrong after all? A few days later I received a fascinating email from Aaron, who highlighted a report that says the Air is selling just fine, pointed out that many customers will be going with carrier payment plans which may not be showing up yet, and offered a few insights into the device’s appeal and potential routes to success. “If you use a bumper case, you can put the battery on when you set down your phone and no longer ever need to plug your phone into the wall,” he wrote. “Just using the Air MagSafe battery to top up through the day when you’re no longer holding the device. Difficult to see so many individuals missing the point of having a separate battery that cuts the weight of your phone in half.” As for the limitations of the camera? Aaron doesn’t see the issue. “Why would I buy a professional camera kit when all I need is taking photos and videos?” he asks. “If I wanted a Pro Max machine to do Pro Max work I would make that purchase.” My thanks to Aaron for his message. If you’ve got any thoughts to share, please feel free to drop me an email. Trending: Top stories GM shifts into stupidity with its CarPlay strategy. Mahmoud Itani doesn’t trust his Apple Watch’s Sleep Score, and neither should you. Filipe Esposito bought an Apple device right before a new one came out. He doesn’t regret it one bit. PSA: Your Twitter account might be locked in a couple of weeks. Reviews corner Powerbeats Fit vs AirPods Pro 3: There isn’t an obvious choice anymore. Avira Prime for Mac review: Worth paying for. VirtualBox review: Supports Windows on M-series Macs, but not for beginners. PNY Duo Link V3 Flash Drive review: Up to 2TB of fast portable storage. The rumor mill The biggest deal about the 20th-anniversary iPhone might be the buttons. Apple is reportedly planning a trio of OLED upgrades. Next iPad Pro tipped to get the iPhone’s vapor cooling chamber, M6 chip. The next iPad mini, meanwhile, may get a water-resistant redesign. Ads may be coming to Apple Maps next year. Software updates, bugs, and problems Here’s proof that those iPhone typos you keep making aren’t your fault. iOS 26.1 release candidate is out now with several tweaks and refinements. And with that, we’re done for this week’s Apple Breakfast. If you’d like to get regular roundups, sign up for our newsletters, including our new email from The Macalope–an irreverent, humorous take on the latest news and rumors from a half-man, half-mythical Mac beast. You can also follow us on Facebook, Threads, Bluesky, or X for discussion of breaking Apple news stories. See you next Monday, and stay Appley.

Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Simultaneously powers multiple devices Retractable cables Supports fast charging Cons USB-C cable for iPhone 15 and later only Bit chunky Our Verdict The versatile in-car charging ports and positioning options are appreciated, and the retractable cables keep things in your car neat and tidy. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Best Prices Today: Baseus PrimeTrip VR2 Max Car Charger Retailer Price $49.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Best Prices Today: Check today’s prices Car chargers can be a messy affair. It’s not uncommon to have USB cables dangling around the cabin if you have teenagers who quickly had to top up their phones before heading out of the car. The amount of power offered can also be unimpressive on many chargers, with a limited number of ports available. These aren’t problems you’ll find with the Baseus PrimeTrip VR2 Max, as its retractable built-in cables and additional charger ports make it purpose built for families and people that want to power up multiple devices while on the go. Design The design is relatively simple. You plug the connector into the auxiliary power socket in the car, then pull out a cable from the top of the squarish section that houses the coiled leads. There are two USB-C cables available, each of which will reach up to 2.6 feet (80cm). The cables are flat, to avoid getting tangled, and when you’re done they gently retract back into the casing. I did find that they sometimes needed a bit of pulling and releasing for the retraction to be smooth, but it didn’t take long to return the cables to their homes. Baseus The housing section itself can twist 90 degrees in either direction, allowing you to angle it towards the device you’re charging, and it also rotates around 180 degrees for the same purpose. I found this useful as the position of my car’s power outlet is a bit awkward (it’s a very old car) and would have blocked some of the ports if the unit had a rigid design. Should you require a different connection, say a Lightning cable for iPhones older than the 15 models, then the two USB ports (1x USB-C, 1x USB-A) at the base of the PrimeTrip VR2 Max can be used with all four power outlets available simultaneously to charge multiple devices. You’ll need to add your own Lightning cable, of course; we rounded up the best Lightning cables in case you didn’t have enough lying around at home. Of course you could just buy a cheap but trustworthy in-car charger such as the Anker 30W two-port car charger and bring your own cable, but the Baseus PrimeTrip is much neater. Martyn Casserly Power and ports Power isn’t a problem, as the charger delivers up to 163W or 240W depending on the model you choose. Remember that the total power output will be divided between whichever devices you have connected. On the 163W PrimeTrip VR2 Max the main built-in cable (USB-C1) maxes out at 67W, while the second one outputs at 33W. For the 240W PrimeTrip VR2 Max both built-in cables go to 105W. On both models the USB-C port outputs at up to 33W, with the USB-A port slightly behind at 30W. This is a wider collection than you’ll find on many other in-car chargers, and even 30W should be enough to fast-charge an iPhone—but note that you’ll achieve fast charging via only USB-C, not old-school USB-A. You can charge any MacBook at 67W, although the 105W option will get your laptop up to full power much faster. The PrimeTrip VR2 Max supports various standards, including, PD, QC, SCP and more, but bear in mind that you’ll need to use the appropriate cable to get the higher speeds. On its own, you’re looking at restoring a standard iPhone 16 to 100% after a couple of hours of charging, but this will adjust accordingly if you have other devices charging at the same time. Baseus also equips the unit with various safety features, including guards against it getting too hot or providing too much power to a device. Price At the time of writing the 163W PrimeTrip VR2 Max isn’t available in the U.K., but U.S. customers could pick it up for $49.99 or less. The 240W PrimeTrip VR2 Max is only an extra $10 but that extra power might only really help you with devices hungrier than an iPhone—105W will fast charge everything except the 16-inch MacBook Pro, which will charge at that speed but a little slower than it would with a 140W charger. Should you buy the PrimeTrip VR2 Max? The Baseus PrimeTrip VR2 Max is an easy way to power up several devices at the same time or fast charge a single one in your car. The versatile port and positioning options are very useful, and the retractable cables keep things neat and tidy. MacBook owners on the move should pay the extra for the 240W model but for iPhones and iPads the 163W charger will be plenty.

Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Large battery capacity 140W (PD 3.1) charging power 250W input Slim Dedicated app Cons No built-in cable Our Verdict The Anker 26K Power Bank (300W) is a slim high-capacity laptop charging power bank that can fast-charge two 16-inch MacBook Pro at the same time, or a 14-inch MacBook Pro 1.25 times over. With multiple ports you can take it on your travels and keep all your Apple devices charged while you are on the move. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Best Prices Today: Anker Prime Power Bank (26K, 300W) Retailer Price $169.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Best Prices Today: Check today’s prices The Anker Prime 26K Power Bank (300W) is powerful enough to fast-charge two 16-inch MacBook Pros at the same time, with an impressive battery capacity in a portable form that is still airline friendly. While its two 140W charging points make it a fine companion for owners of the 16-inch MacBook Pro, its 26,250mAh capacity, three ports and maximum simultaneous output mean it can travel with a whole family of gadgets. Power bank tech specs Battery capacity: 99.75Wh Fastest Power Output: 140W Total Power Output: 300W Power Input: 100W USB ports: 2x USB-C (140W PD 3.1); 1x USB-A (22.5W) Dimensions: 6.3 x 2.5 x 1.5 inches (16 x 6.4 x 3.8cm) Weight: 21.1oz (599g) Performance Anker claims that you can fast-charge that top-end MacBook Pro up to 50% in half an hour using this power bank and Apple’s charging cable. Looking at the 99.6Wh battery capacity of the 16-inch MacBook Pro, you’d expect this 99.75Wh power bank to fully charge it, but a certain amount of power is lost during charging and other environmental factors come into play. Anker believes that the Prime 26250mAh can charge a 16-inch MacBook Pro to around 70%. We charged a 14-inch M2 Pro MacBook Pro (69.6Wh battery capacity) to 100%, leaving 33% power remaining in the power bank that got us another near-quarter charge—a total recharge score of 123% that is actually superior to Anker’s older Prime 27650mAh Power Bank (250W) and the EcoFlow RAPID Pro Power Bank (300W) despite its slightly smaller capacity. It charged an iPhone 16 Pro to 50% in under 25 minutes, which is a reasonable time, although the needle barely went over 20W according to the power bank’s own display. That said, it’s faster than even a Qi2 25W wireless charger could have achieved. See our list of MacBook battery capacities for more details on the whole range of Apple laptops. The main USB ports are positioned at the top of the power bank. At the base are Pogo Pins that can connect for cable-less charging with Anker’s separate Charging Base accessory.Simon Jary As both USB-C ports are rated at 140W you could fast-charge two 16-inch MacBooks at the same time—although you won’t get both to 70%, of course, as the power bank’s 26K capacity is shared between the two. With its three ports, the Anker Prime 27650mAh Power Bank can simultaneously charge other devices, such as one or two iPhones, your AirPods, or your Apple Watch. Using all three at the same time still allows for 2x 140W and 20W from the legacy USB-A port. Rivals such as the EcoFlow RAPID Pro 27K Power Bank have done away with USB-A altogether, offering just USB-C (in the case of the EcoFlow, you get three USB-C ports and a built-in USB-C cable). If having a spare USB-A port—say, for a Fitbit charger—is useful to you, you’ll be glad of the old-time connection still being included by Anker. When the power bank itself will run out of juice, you’ll be interested in its input power. Using both USB-C ports it can be recharged itself at 250W. The EcoFlow RAPID Pro can use its two 140W port at the same time for a combined 280W input power, but it’s close enough. Available separately, the $109.99 Anker 100W Charging Base allows for convenient if slightly slower wireless charging. This accessory also features two USB-C ports (one at 100W, the other 30W) and a 22.5W USB-A port. Anker claims that two paired devices can add up to a 150W max input. Simon Jary Laptop power bank portability The Anker Prime 27650mAh Power Bank is a smidge taller than the iPhone Pro is long, but obviously a lot wider and deeper. It measures 6.3 x 2.5 x 1.5 inches (16 x 6.4 x 3.8cm). It is shorter and noticeably slimmer than the 6.5 x 2.2 x 2.3 inches (16.6 x 5.5 x 5.8cm) EcoFlow RAPID Pro we mentioned earlier. There are slimmer format 20K laptop power banks but none that we’ve tested at this high a 26K+ battery capacity and pillar shape. Compact as it is, from a portability point of view this power bank is too big and heavy to keep in your pocket. At 1.32lbs (599g or 21.1oz) it’s lighter than the older 27K Prime Power Bank and it’s fine in your backpack for long journeys but less so your handbag. Simon Jary Dedicated app The color digital display on the front of the power bank shows its remaining battery capacity, plus power input and output information for each port. As well as that charging data, the power bank can be controlled by the Anker app, which gives real-time charging stats (remaining charging time and input and output power indicators) and can be optimized to help extend the battery life of the devices being charged as well as its own. You can even use the app’s Find Device feature to activate a sound alert from the power bank when you need to locate it. The power bank comes with a short 0.6m USB-C cable. Remember that you’ll need to add extra charging cables to sue all the ports at the same time. Some laptop power banks boast their own integrated USB-C cables to save you carrying one around. Anker’s own 25K Power Bank (165W) features two built-in cables. These can be very useful but also bring in points of potential failure that you might want to avoid for product security. Simon Jary Safety matters Anker is an accessory manufacturer that you can trust. Batteries can be volatile and you don’t want to risk your device or even home with a cheaper no-name brand. To ensure safe charging Anker’s ActiveShield 4.0 technology monitors the power bank’s temperature 120 times a second—which equals a quite remarkable 10 million times a day. At 99.75Wh it is within TSA, CAA and EASA airline limits for carry-on. Price The Anker 300W 26K Power Bank is priced at $169.99 / £179.99 / CA$279.99. Check our real-time price comparison for the best prices in your region. While the 27K Prime is available in an extra Champagne gold color, the 26K Prime is dressed in standard dark gray only. Anker has other laptop power banks, and some of them are cheaper. At $139.99, there’s a stubbier 20000mAh Anker Prime Power Bank (200W) model that offers a battery not too much smaller and the same number of USB ports, plus noticeably cheaper, smaller and lighter. But max power output is 100W less than the 26K’s 300W and it’s a 100W PD 3.0 power bank rather than 140W PD 3.1. The 27K Anker Prime is priced at $10 more and has a higher battery capacity but the 26K model performed a little better in our real-world tests. Check out our other tested best power banks for MacBook for all the scores, features and prices. Should I buy the Anker Prime 26K Power Bank (300W)? The Anker 26K Power Bank (300W) is a compact, high-capacity laptop charging power bank that can fast-charge two 16-inch MacBook Pro at the same time. While that’s an unlikely scenario, in our tests it charged a 14-inch MacBook Pro 1.25 times over. With multiple ports you can take it on your travels and keep all your Apple devices charged while you are on the move.

Macworld TL;DR: Hurry and grab a lifetime of Babbel for $134.99 with code LEARN until 11:59pm Pacific on November 3 — 14 languages, thousands of lessons, and zero monthly fees. Unlimited Babbel access for life across all 14 languages (Spanish, French, German, Italian, and more) Quick lessons designed by expert linguists to build real-world conversation skills quickly Speech-recognition technology to help with pronunciation that sounds local, not tourist-y Learn anywhere on desktop or mobile with synced progress and downloadable lessons for offline practice Personalized review sessions to help new vocabulary stick long-term instead of disappearing overnight Courses covering practical everyday topics like dining, directions, shopping, and meeting new people Multiple skill levels so you can start from basics or jump in at intermediate or advanced One-time payment — no renewals, no subscriptions, no surprise charges later Score Babbel’s lifetime subscription for $134.99 with promo code LEARN through November 3 — and start speaking a new language with confidence. Babbel Language Learning: Lifetime Subscription (All Languages)See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.

Macworld It’s almost spooky how small the Rolling Square Supertiny is for a full-bodied 65W charger that’s perfect for a speedy charge of your MacBook. Leave your bulky power bricks at home and slip the Supertiny into your pocket for travel-friendly charging. As part of its Halloween offer, Rolling Square is offering 30% off its charging products, and this charger is the one that looks like a bargain you shouldn’t miss. Buy the Supertiny at the Rolling Square store for under $35—MSRP is $49.99. Use the SPOOKY30 discount code at checkout. The aptly named Supertiny offers 65W of output power in a body that’s just 1.7 inches long with the plug pins folded back, and 1.37 inches wide and deep. You might need to buy two as this charger is so small you might easily lose it. Designed in Switzerland, and available with either U.S., U.K., or E.U. plugs (only the U.S. plug pins fold back into the charger’s body when not in use) Supertiny is powered by GaN (Gallium Nitride) technology to make the miniaturization possible. It supports USB-C Power Delivery (PD 3.0). 65W should be enough to charge a MacBook Pro battery from 0 to 50% in just 30 minutes. It’s also plenty for fast charging your iPhone or iPad. Rolling Square U.S. Plug Length: 1.7in (44.3 mm), Width: 1.37in (35mm), Height: 1.37in (35mm) U.K. Plug Length: 2.5 in (63 mm), Width: 2in (50.8mm), Height: 1.8in (45.2 mm) E.U. Plug Length: 72.7 mm (2.9 in), Width: 35 mm (1.37 in), Height: 35 mm (1.37 in) The Rolling Square Supertiny is one of Macworld’s recommended best USB-C MacBook chargers. We can’t see it getting any cheaper than $35 even during Black Friday, so beat the rush and do your backpack or handbag a favor by snapping up this minuscule 65W charger at a bargain price. It makes a great gift for MacBook users, so you can start your holiday shopping before it gets busy. Use the SPOOKY30 discount code at checkout. Rolling Square Supertiny 65W ChargerBuy now for 30% Off

Macworld TL;DR: 1min.AI combines multiple AI tools into one lifetime subscription with monthly credits for $79.97 with promo code SAVE20 through November 2. You’ve got ChatGPT open in one tab, Midjourney in another, and a dozen other AI tools on your wishlist — each with their own monthly fees. Many people don’t realize they can roll all that into a single, all-in-one AI tool like 1min.AI. You get lifelong access to ChatGPT, Gemini, Midjourney, and all of the other top models with a single payment, now at $79.97 when you enter promo code SAVE20 — and today’s the last day to grab this price. Instead of dumping everything into one generic chat box, 1min.AI organizes its tools into specific use cases. Choose what you want to do, like write a blog post, generate an image, or summarize a PDF, then pick which AI model to use. From there, enter your prompt and get results tailored to that exact task. Your lifetime subscription also comes with the highest monthly credit allowance 1min.AI offers, meaning you can run hundreds of requests every month without hitting a paywall. For most people, that’s far more than they’ll ever need. And because the credit system refreshes monthly, you’ll always have the power to tackle your next big project. Hurry and get your 1min.AI lifetime subscription on sale for $79.97 with code SAVE20 (MSRP $540) until 11:59pm Pacific on November 2. 1min.AI Advanced Business Plan Lifetime SubscriptionSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.

Macworld TL;DR: Lifetime access to ChatPlayground AI’s Unlimited Plan is now on sale for just $89.99 (MSRP $619). If you’ve ever wanted to compare responses from multiple popular AI models side-by-side, this might be worth a look. ChatPlayground AI lets you do exactly that, and its Unlimited Plan is currently available for lifetime access at $89.99 (MSRP $619). ChatPlayground is exactly what it sounds like — a sandbox for serious AI users. It lets you run a single prompt across 40+ of the world’s most powerful AI models, from GPT-4o to Claude Sonnet 4, Gemini 1.5 Flash, DeepSeek V3, and beyond. Instantly compare responses, pick your favorite, and fine-tune results like a pro. It’s more than just text chat, too. Upload PDFs and images to get context-aware answers, generate visuals using AI image models, and even refine your prompts using built-in prompt engineering tools. The sleek interface and Chrome extension make multitasking effortless — whether you’re brainstorming, coding, or creating. Think of it as your AI command center — with lifetime access, endless possibilities, and no monthly fees. Get a lifetime of ChatPlayground AI’s Unlimited Plan for just $89.99 (MSRP $619). ChatPlayground AI: Lifetime Subscription (Unlimited Plan)See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.

Macworld In today’s digital era, sitting has become the new form of endurance. Many of us often spend more than eight hours a day at our computers. The result is a growing epidemic of chronic back and neck pain, muscle fatigue, and postural stress. The human body was never meant to stay static, yet our work and passions increasingly demand it. The challenge isn’t simply to make sitting more comfortable — it’s to make it healthy. That challenge is precisely what inspired the creation of the LiberNovo Omni, a groundbreaking ergonomic chair that transforms sitting from a passive act into an active, health-conscious experience. With a design philosophy grounded in movement, alignment, and adaptability, the Omni isn’t just another office or gaming chair—it’s a wellness tool for modern life. Unlock early savings ahead of Black Friday: From November 1–9, LiberNovo’s official site will feature a dedicated gift card presale, giving early adopters a chance to lock in savings before the full Black Friday & Cyber Monday sale begins. LiberNovo A new standard in ergonomic comfort Traditional chairs focus on cushioning; the Omni focuses on intelligence. Its Dynamic Support System synchronizes every component—the seat, backrest, armrests, and neck rest—to move with your body in real time. Whether you’re designing, writing or coding, the chair continuously adjusts to maintain perfect spinal alignment and balanced posture. This means no more slouching into the screen or straining your neck to stay focused. At the core of its innovation lies the Bionic FlexFit Backrest, a marvel of adaptive engineering. Built with 16 joints and 8 flexible panels, it hugs the spine’s natural S-curve, distributing pressure evenly and promoting healthy posture throughout the day. Each micro-movement is supported, ensuring that your body remains active and engaged, even while you sit. Healthy sitting, reimagined The LiberNovo Omni doesn’t just support—it restores. Its OmniStretch and Spinal Decompression Recline systems allow users to recline up to 160°, decompressing the spine and easing stiffness from prolonged sitting. With one touch, the motorized spinal massage activates, gently stretching and massaging key pressure points to relieve tension and improve circulation. For professionals who spend endless hours immersed in deep focus or creative flow, these restorative features turn short breaks into genuine recovery sessions. The StepSync Footrest further enhances this wellness-driven design. With a 10° ergonomic tilt, it encourages healthy blood flow through the legs, reducing the risk of numbness and fatigue that often accompany long sitting sessions. Together, these elements create a full-body system of comfort that promotes vitality and balance, not just convenience. LiberNovo Tailored comfort for every body Every person’s spine, posture, and sitting habits are unique—and the Omni recognizes that. It offers 4D adjustable armrests, a 3D neckrest[1] , and multiple recline angles that adapt to your needs. Whether you’re leaning forward in concentration or reclining in reflection, every movement is supported. The Dynamic Screen Alignment feature keeps your eyes steady and your neck relaxed. As you tilt or recline, the headrest and backrest move independently to maintain your gaze on the screen, eliminating the strain that comes from repetitive head and neck adjustments. The seat cushion, constructed with multi-density foam, supports your hips with firm stability at the rear and gentle softness at the front, ensuring even weight distribution and improved leg circulation. 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It is the world’s first truly active chair—a fusion of science, motion, and comfort that keeps you aligned, energized, and pain-free. With the LiberNovo Omni, sitting isn’t something you endure—it’s something that sustains you. Welcome to the new era of healthy sitting. LiberNovo Unlock early savings ahead of Black Friday From November 1–9, LiberNovo’s official site will feature a dedicated gift card presale, giving early adopters a chance to lock in savings before the full Black Friday & Cyber Monday sale begins. On November 10, the main event launches with site-wide discounts up to 34% on the Omni chair, with prices starting at just $803 (US) or $1,223 (Canada). Orders over $800 will be entered into a holiday prize draw, with rewards ranging from a free LiberNovo Omni chair to accessories, plus gift cards and gift bundles. LiberNovo Omni Explore More

Macworld TL;DR: Get a portable Glance Monitor for $128. Desktops aren’t the only ones that get a second monitor. The Glance Portable 16″ Monitor gives you the flexibility of a second screen with portability that can match any laptop, and it’s even on sale. Today only, you can pick up one of these portable monitors for $127.49 (reg. $249.99). This slim, lightweight display connects in seconds through USB-C or HDMI, with no drivers or setup needed. The 1080p full HD resolution looks sharp and bright, and the 16-inch screen gives you enough space for side-by-side multitasking, presentations, or streaming. Built-in dual speakers handle video calls and background music, and a headphone jack is available when you need private listening. The display can rotate between landscape and portrait modes, making it useful for spreadsheets, documents, or vertical layouts. It works with Windows, macOS, Android (Samsung DeX), ChromeOS, and even Nintendo Switch, so it easily fits into whatever setup you already use. At just over two pounds, the Glance is easy to pack and carry, making it a great tool for travelers, students, and anyone who wants a portable workspace that feels as capable as a desktop. Right now, it’s only $127.49 to get a Portable 16-inch Glance Monitor. Sale ends November 1 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Glance: Portable 16″ Monitor with 1080P FHD DisplaySee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.

Macworld Thanksgiving is a time to reflect upon the prior year, be thankful for what we have, gorge ourselves until we’re near bursting, and then settle into our favorite chairs and watch the first half of a TV show before the tryptophan kicks in. If you usually spend your post-meal time falling asleep to A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving, you won’t find it on the usual broadcast or cable channels–it’s exclusively on Apple TV. Before you wave that turkey drumstick in the air and curse the state of television and all the darn streaming services you need subscriptions for—yes, I’m talking about you, Uncle Fred—you don’t need a subscription to Apple TV to watch A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving. Apple is making the show available to anyone for a limited time. If you are an Apple TV subscriber, however, you can watch it anytime. How to watch A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving for free on Apple TV On November 15 and 16, anyone with an Apple ID can watch A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving. If you own an Apple device, you have one, but if not, Apple IDs are free and you don’t need a credit card to sign up. Once you have signed up, you can watch in several ways: Through the TV app on an iPhone, iPad, or Mac. On smart TVs with the Apple TV app. On the web at tv.apple.com. On an Apple TV device. As we noted when Apple did this same deal with It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown, Apple has all the classic Peanuts specials for the holiday season that used to air over broadcast TV. Apple TV also has A Charlie Brown Christmas that will have its free airing on Dec. 13 and 14. Apple TV also has Happy New Year, Charlie Brown but it is not listed as free-to-view. A few years ago, Apple acquired the rights to the Peanuts cartoon series that stars Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Linus, Lucy, and other memorable characters. Since then, Apple has aired new Peanuts shows such as The Snoopy Show and Snoopy in Space, and new movies, including Peanuts in Space: Secrets of Apollo 10, Lucy’s School, and It’s the Small Things, Charlie Brown. The Apple TV subscription television streaming service is $12.99/£9.99 per month and can be renewed annually for $99/£99. Apple TV+ is also included in the Apple One subscription bundles, which include other Apple services, such as Apple Music, Apple News+, and iCloud storage. Apple One bundles are priced between $19.95/£19.95 and $37.95/£37.95 per month. For more information about Apple TV, read our Apple TV FAQ. We also have a detailed list of current Apple TV shows and upcoming shows.