In case you didn’t hear, Apple’s Surprise and Shine event happens on September 9. We’ll see new iPhones and other hardware, but the real question is, how will Apple surprise us?
For instance, look at what we already know about the iPhone 18 Pro Max and the long-rumored folding iPhone. The name of the foldable seems like the only thing we’re not pretty sure about at this point (aside from what, exactly, Apple’s new home hub will look like and do).
Still, there’s got to be something surprising … some shocker that will make John Ternus’ first keynote as Apple CEO memorable.
If you want to go in cold, skip all the Apple rumors and leaks in this week’s newsletter (and this week’s episode of the Cult of Mac podcast, in which we speculate about Apple’s big surprise). But if you want to know what to expect, read on …
Also in this edition of The Weekender:
Apple unveiled new Mac mini and Mac Studio models this week, along with a speedy new M6 chip.
Have you spotted any ads in Apple Maps yet? I haven’t, but some people have. And they’re not thrilled.
If you heard that dropping your waterlogged iPhone into a bowl of dry rice was a good idea, we’re here to debunk that bad advice.
Cult of Mac Deals has a new offer on a bundle of six Mac and iOS apps that costs just $29.99, with no additional charges down the line. Plus, Windows 11 Pro just dropped to less than $8.
And speaking of price cuts, second-gen AirTags now cost less than $20 apiece when you buy a four-pack.
Finally, don’t miss our review of a new charger that Cult of Mac writer Ed Hardy says has the “coolest display ever.”
Enjoy your weekend!
— Lewis Wallace, managing editor
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