A cheaper MacBook is still on the table for early 2026 — and the “iPhone chip” rumor won’t go away

The long-running chatter about Apple launching a lower-cost MacBook just got another push: a new round of reporting says the machine is still expected in the first half of 2026, and it may be the headline Mac release in early 2026. What makes this rumor stand out is the processor. Instead of using an M-series … Read more

Amazon deal watch: Exzhig “ANC” earbuds drop to about $22 with a clip-on coupon

If you’re hunting for a cheap backup pair of earbuds (gym bag, commute, travel), Amazon is currently discounting Exzhig noise-canceling earbuds to about $22 when you clip the on-page coupon—a steep cut from the $160 list price shown in the deal write-up. What you’re getting is the familiar “feature-stacked budget earbuds” formula: in-ear silicone tips, … Read more

Apple may launch a “MacBook” again—what the rumors say so far

Apple is rumored to be preparing a new entry-level laptop simply called “MacBook,” positioned below the MacBook Air. If the reports are accurate, this would be a reset of the lineup: a lighter-spec machine aimed at everyday tasks, with a lower starting price than Apple’s current $999 entry point. A slightly smaller display Instead of … Read more

OpenAI’s Jony Ive device finally has a real ship date—and it’s not 2026

OpenAI has quietly delivered the clearest timeline yet for its first consumer “mystery” device built with legendary designer Jony Ive: it doesn’t expect to ship before the end of February 2027, according to a new court filing. The filing also confirms a big branding pivot. OpenAI says it has decided not to use “io” (or … Read more