Apple has looked at using single glass panels and touch-sensitive membranes to solve its butterfly keyboard problems, and may yet return to the idea for how it safeguards against dust damage in the mechanism.
Future MacBook models could offer some of the same health and fitness tracking functions as provided by the Apple Watch, with the inclusion of a small bio-sensor in the casing near the trackpad that the user could access while typing on the keyboard.
The lowest price on Apple's upgraded Mid 2017 12-inch MacBook is available now at AppleInsider, with the high-end model on sale for just $999. Featuring bumped up specs, including a 1.3GHz Core i5 processor and 512GB SSD, these systems are $600 off instantly with free expedited shipping for a limited time only.
Friday deals are in effect now with some of the lowest prices seen to date on popular hardware. From 2018 256GB 11-inch iPad Pros for $799 ($150 off), to current 12-inch MacBooks for $799, and Apple's 32GB iPhone SE with 60 days of service for $101.99 with coupon, these deals are valid for a limited time only while supplies last.
While supplies last, Amazon-owned Woot has Mid 2017 12-inch MacBooks marked down to $999.99, a discount of $600 off retail. These systems feature an upgraded 1.3GHz processor and 512GB of storage for enhanced performance. They're also refurbished by Apple, but come with a 90-day Woot warranty.
These Apple markdowns deliver the lowest prices available on current hardware, but the deals won't last long. Save hundreds on 12" MacBooks, 13" MacBook Airs, 27" iMac 5Ks, 2018 MacBook Pros and more.
Exclusively for AI readers, B&H Photo is knocking $900 off Apple's high-end Mid 2017 13-inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar. Packed with upgrades, including a 3.5GHz processor, 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage, this model is top of the line. Apple's 2017 12.9-inch iPad Pro is also hundreds of dollars off, with the 512GB Wi-Fi + Cellular model now $849 ($430 off).
While supplies last, Woot has Apple's 2017 12-inch MacBook with a 512GB SSD on sale for $999.99 ($600 off) in your choice of color. These units are refurbished by Apple, but come with a 90 day Woot warranty, allowing for the record breaking discount. Meanwhile, AirPods are back in stock at B&H, and Adorama is knocking $225 off popular 15-inch MacBook Pros with Vega graphics.
A new lawsuit has been filed against Apple after a MagSafe Adapter allegedly sparked and ignited a customer's oxygen tank.
Woot with Amazon is delivering the lowest prices ever on Mid 2017 12-inch MacBooks and 15-inch MacBook Pros with discounts of up to $1,050 off. These refurbished models are part of Amazon's Renewed program and are backed by a 90-day to 1-year Woot warranty.
Picaso Lab makes hands down the best leather sleeve we've used for our Mac. AppleInsider spends some time with the company's individually crafted classic sleeve for the 15-inch MacBook Pro.
A new class action lawsuit charges that Apple is selling iMacs and MacBooks without air filters, knowing it can lead to dust damage with processors and displays.
Continuing our ongoing MacBook comparison series, we pit the 2017 12-inch MacBook against the 2018 13-inch MacBook Air, the latter of which was recently revamped with a refreshed design, Retina display, Touch ID and more.
Apple has more choices than ever before in its portable lineup, with a fair amount of overlap between the models, especially at the $1200 price point. AppleInsider has them all, and has suggestions for which model is right for you.
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