Why Apple is extending its return policy for the holidays

November 02, 2021

Supply chain shortages are finally starting to bite Apple after a long period when the company seemed immune.

Thanks to chip shortages, Apple is reportedly siphoning components from iPad to iPhone. And the company has announced a relaxed return policy for the upcoming holidays.

Cupertino is hoping that shoppers will make gift purchases earlier than normal and not be stymied by Apple's usual 14-day return policy.

Perhaps it's time to pick up some AirPods Pro -- and right now Amazon's got a killer deal!

-- Leander Kahney, EIC.

Apple’s extended holiday return policy is now in effect for all purchases made through the Apple Store online. Goods received between November 1 and December 25 can be returned through January 8, 2022. There are some exceptions shoppers should be aware of, however.

A new report suggests chip supply problems are hitting Cupertino harder than expected.

TSMC is reportedly struggling to get its 3nm chip production process working. The problems might force the Apple supplier to make next year's A16 chip using the current 5nm process, hampering performance gains.

A pre-Black Friday price cut from Amazon makes the new AirPods Pro with MagSafe Charging Case surprisingly affordable at just $189.99. With active noise cancellation, excellent audio quality and three sizes of silicone ear tips for a comfortable fit, Apple’s high-end earbuds hit all the right notes.

It’s not the first time the Apple-1 creator has lamented the rather insignificant differences between modern iPhones.

The streaming service has us eagerly awaiting two comedies, a tragedy, two murder mysteries and an animated movie, all premiering in just the next four months.

Those with an eligible 4K or 8K set made in 2016 or later have until February 13, 2022, to take advantage of the promotion -- but there is a caveat.

From an easier way to meet up with a friend, to betting on fantasy sports, to cleaning up a photo, this week’s awesome apps are, well, awesome.

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"We tend to focus much more. People think focus means saying yes to the thing you've got to focus on. But that's not what it means at all. It means saying no to the hundred other good ideas that there are. You have to pick carefully. I'm actually as proud of many of the things we haven't done as the things we have done." -- Steve Jobs

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