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Last updated: June 29, 2026, 8:30 AM ET

Apple Product Speculation & Pricing

Leaked details suggest the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro will feature Apple's A20 Pro chip, utilizing a new packaging technology intended to deliver significant performance improvements over its predecessor A20 Pro chip. In contrast, the forthcoming iPhone 18e is reportedly set to forgo Pro Motion display technology, retaining the same refresh rate as the iPhone 17e iPhone 18e display. These potential hardware distinctions come amidst broader pricing adjustments for Apple's product lineup. The company has recently announced price increases across a majority of its Mac and iPad models, with AI data centers cited as a contributing factor to the hikes Mac iPad prices. This inflationary pressure is also reflected in the premium configurations of the 16-inch MacBook Pro, which can now reach a five-figure price tag due to elevated costs for RAM and SSD upgrades MacBook Pro price tag.

Apple Deals & Market Performance

Despite recent price increases, opportunities for savings on Apple products persist. Month-end promotions at Amazon are offering discounts of up to $650 on various configurations of Apple's latest 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pros, including models with M5, M5 Pro, and M5 Max chips MacBook Pro deals. Additionally, even after the conclusion of Prime Day, several Apple devices and accessories remain available at record-low prices this weekend, with notable deals on Air Pods, Air Tags, Apple Watches, and select MacBook Pro models Apple discounts persist. Apple's efforts to secure clearance for Chinese RAM, even for iPhones manufactured in China, face potential hurdles, suggesting ongoing supply chain complexities despite requests to government bodies Chinese RAM clearance.

Apple Services & Retrocomputing

Apple TV+ is offering a promotional period for Formula 1 enthusiasts, allowing viewers in the United States to stream all Formula 1 content for free this weekend without requiring a subscription Formula 1 streaming. This move comes as the platform continues to explore content avenues, though its approach to game shows remains a subject of discussion, with a lack of competition-based programming evident Apple TV game shows. On the retrocomputing front, a dedicated project has successfully recreated the Apple II Plus entirely in hardware, eschewing emulation for a direct, physical rebuild of the classic computer Hardware Apple II clone. For users looking to manage their mac OS installations, a detailed guide is available on creating a bootable mac OS Golden Gate USB installer drive, useful for system upgrades and troubleshooting mac OS installer drive.