Apple is actively testing the next generation of in-house chips, the M2 series, in several different new Mac models, according to a Bloomberg report. The company is testing four different types of M2 chips across nine new Macs. While detail about the machines being tested is scant, the report claims that the models tested with …
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Though it was last updated in 2020 with Apple’s original M1 chip, we didn’t get a new Mac Mini announcement in March as hoped. Instead, we got the Mac Studio, a higher-end and bigger model with a doubled version of the same M1 Pro and M1 Max chips found in the company’s latest MacBook Pros. Unless Apple wants to get …
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During the holidays last year, Amazon had one of my favorite mini Bluetooth speakers, the JBL Clip 4, on sale for $25 off Its list price of $80. It’s not quite discounted that much right now, but it is on sale for $60, or $20 off, which makes it a Bluetooth speaker deal worth highlighting. The previous model, the Clip …
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This story is part of Gift Guide, our year-round collection of the best gift ideas. Good, clear sound is the most important feature of Bluetooth speakers for most of us, but it doesn’t hurt when they look cool too. Monster’s vintage Bluetooth speaker with a built-in Qi charger is currently on sale for $49 plus free shipping at Meh.com. The last …
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Quick show of hands: Who wants to spend $1,000 or more on a new phone? Not everyone, that’s for sure. That’s where devices like the iPhone SE come in, and this week Apple introduced the newest SE, priced at $429. As part of our coverage of the “Peek Performance” Apple event, CNET’s Lisa Eadicicco stacks up the iPhone SE against …
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Apple updated the classic iPad and iPad Mini last year, and new versions of the iPad Pro and iPad Air could be on the way in 2022. While it’s tempting to snag the newest, most pristine model, you can potentially save yourself a lot of money by going with a refurbished iPad instead. You’d be keeping more electronic waste from …
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TVs get a bit better every year, and in 2022 the improvement with the biggest impact might be mini-LED. It’s an evolution of traditional LCD TV tech that uses thousands of tiny light emitting diodes to improve picture quality, and at CES 2022 more TV makers than ever are using it. TCL, Samsung and LG all introduced new mini-LED TVs …
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This story is part of Gift Guide, our year-round collection of the best gift ideas. There’s something about reading an actual book that’s a refreshing contrast to video-streaming options, endless video games and a workplace culture built around Zoom meetings. Books always make great gifts, but here we’re focusing on the latest devices on which you can read ebooks. The …
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Logitech calls its new Pop Keys wireless mechanical keyboard “beautifully retro.” And while it may seem like it’s designed for kids, it’s actually targeted more at mobile professionals with “big personalities.” It’s available this month in three color options for $100 (AU$130) and ships alongside a colorful new companion mouse, the Pop Mouse ($40; AU$50). We’re still awaiting word on …
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Logitech’s MX Keys is one of our favorite everyday Bluetooth keyboards and now it comes in two smaller versions that leave off the number pad and some other keys: MX Keys Mini and MX Keys Mini for Mac. Both cost $100, the same price as the standard MX Keys, and ship in late October. Colors include rose, pale gray and …
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