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Apple discontinues entry-level Mac mini model
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Apple has stopped selling its cheapest $599 Mac mini, raising the starting price to $799 with 512GB storage. The change follows strong demand from AI users and supply constraints. CEO Tim Cook noted it may take months to balance supply and demand.
Apple is grappling with supply constraints affecting several Mac models, including the Mac mini and Mac Studio, as demand rises and component shortages persist. CEO Tim Cook highlighted the issue during the company's recent earnings call, noting limited flexibility in the supply chain and higher RAM costs. Shipping delays have lengthened for some configurations while others remain stable.
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The U.S. Supreme Court has refused to hear Apple's appeal in its long-running legal battle with Epic Games. The decision upholds a lower court finding that Apple violated an injunction by limiting third-party payment options on iOS devices.
Several high-end RAM configurations for Apple's M4 Mac Mini and Mac Studio are listed as currently unavailable on the company's online store, with the base M4 Mac Mini now out of stock. Available options face shipping delays of up to 18 weeks. Experts point to a global RAM shortage driven by AI demand as a likely cause.
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Apple released iOS 26.4.2 and iPadOS 26.4.2 on Wednesday, delivering bug fixes and security enhancements for iPhone and iPad users. The updates address a specific logging issue in Notification Services through improved data redaction, as detailed in Apple's security documentation. Users are encouraged to install the update promptly to maintain device protection.
Amazon has announced a merger agreement to buy satellite operator Globalstar for about $11.6 billion, aiming to strengthen its Leo satellite network for direct-to-device services. The deal includes an agreement with Apple to provide satellite connectivity for iPhones and Apple Watches. The transaction, expected to close in 2027, positions Amazon to compete more effectively with SpaceX's Starlink.
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Apple is testing at least four different frame styles for upcoming smart glasses to rival Meta's Ray-Bans, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. The designs include rectangular and oval options in various colors. An announcement could come as early as late 2026, with a release in 2027.
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