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Who would have guessed that Apple would unveil the first Mac with a touchscreen but totally downplay the touch part? That’s what happened this week, and that’s just the start of a wicked Halloween week for Apple.

Read about all of Apple’s new products, including iMacs and iPad minis, in this week’s featured stories section below.

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Featured stories

OLED MacBook Pro reignites controversy over touchscreen laptops

Adding a touchscreen to the MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display just announced by Apple will be remembered for many years... for good or ill.

Plus, more on the new touchscreen MacBook Pro:

M6 iMac gets faster without getting pricier

Apple’s M6 iMac keeps its colorful design and $1,499 starting price while getting a major speed boost and upgraded connectivity.

M6 MacBook Pro brings a jump in performance but no price hike

Apple just dropped the basic version of its new M6 processor into the entry-level version of the MacBook Pro.

Faster, redesigned iPad mini packs an OLED display at a higher price

The redesigned iPad mini (A20) brings a brighter OLED display, better performance and other major upgrades to Apple's smallest tablet.

HomePod mini 2 arrives in stores with improved audio

Apple’s HomePod mini 2 reaches store shelves with upgraded audio, new surround sound capabilities and a refreshed lineup of colors.

How-tos

How to make a HomePod your Mac’s default speaker

At last, you can make a HomePod your Mac's default speaker. Learn the compatibility requirements and how to set it up. (It's easy.)

3 ways to speed up unlocking iPhone Duo with Touch ID

We found three options to speed up unlocking your iPhone Duo. One even lets you skip Touch ID completely.

How to opt out of data brokers for free (and when paying makes sense)

Learn how to opt out of data brokers for free, and decide if a paid service is worth paying for.

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News

Everything new in iOS 27.2: Siri AI tweaks, new Apple Music icon and more

iOS 27.2 brings more Siri AI capabilities, Suggested Actions in Messages, Apple TV profiles and several other useful upgrades to your iPhone.

Plus, more Apple software news:

Apple admits a small number of iPhone Duo screens break immediately

A small number of iPhone Duo units have a defect that causes the inner screen to spontaneously crack, a black eye for Apple's foldable.

Plus, more on iPhone Duo:

512GB Mac Studio arrives with a jaw-dropping price

Apple’s 512GB M5 Ultra Mac Studio is now available, but its $22,299 price makes buying two 256GB models cheaper.

Forgotten Popcorn Time updater leaves up to 350,000 Macs exposed

A forgotten Popcorn Time updater left up to 350,000 Macs open to takeover. Here’s what researchers found and why you should uninstall the app.

MacBook Neo 2 launch still on course for first half of 2027

The MacBook Neo 2 release date is reportedly set for the first half of 2027, with an early spring launch considered the most likely.

ChatGPT can now tackle your iCloud inbox and calendar

ChatGPT’s new iCloud Mail and Calendar integrations let you manage emails and create events without leaving your conversation.

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These $90 Sony earbuds let you hear the world around you

Grab open-box Sony LinkBuds Open for $89.99, with an ambient-friendly open-ring design and up to 22 hours of battery life with charging case.

Get Microsoft Office 2024 for Mac or PC at up to 23% off

A discounted lifetime license to Microsoft Office 2024 (either Home or Home & Business) for Mac or PC is a great alternative to monthly fees.

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Reviews and recommendations

OLED MacBook Pro vs. regular MacBook Pro: It's not just about the screen

The touchscreen MacBook Pro brings far more than an OLED display, with a lighter design, better speakers and more storage, but those upgrades come at a $400 premium.

This tiny webcam goes big where it counts [Review]

The Obsbot Tiny 3 makes video calls look ridiculously good, but its clunky Mac app takes some shine off this $349 webcam. Read our review.

OLED iPad mini 8 vs. iPad mini 7: What's new and different?

The iPad mini 8 brings much more than an OLED display, with a thinner design, faster A20 Pro chip and several other major upgrades over the iPad mini 7.

Tiny game controller has big ambitions [Review]

Jsaux VoidJoy SkyLark S1 Pro packs multiplatform connectivity into a fun, affordable and pocket-size game controller.

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