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Thanks to new reporting from WinFuture's Roland Quandt, we have a slew of presumptive details and specs for the next generation of Samsung's foldable phones. Reportedly lifted from official Samsung promotional materials, Quandt is reporting that the Galaxy Z Fold 7 will be the thinnest iteration yet, measuring just 8.9mm when folded and 4.2mm unfolded. He also claims it will be the lightest Z Fold so far, weighing just 216g.

Details reported by Quandy on the battery size, storage options and camera for the Z Flip 7 and Flip 7 FE line up confirmed much of what we are expecting Samsung to announce. Among the more interesting morsels of information is Quandt's claim that the Flip 7 will feature a 4.1-inch cover screen, which is a fairly substantial bump from the 3.4-inch cover screen on the Flip 6. The Flip 7 is also reported to be 70 percent thinner than its predecessor while carrying a larger battery.

Not included in the leaks was any information about the Galaxy Z Fold Ultra that Samsung teased back in June. In a press release alluding to the new device, Samsung waxed poetic about AI integration into Galaxy hardware. With just a couple of days to go, it seems we'll have to wait until the event to learn more.

Engadget will be liveblogging the Galaxy Unpacked event, which starts at 10AM ET on July 9.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/mobile/smartphones/galaxy-z-fold-7-will-reportedly-be-the-thinnest-one-yet-154330045.html?src=rss

If there’s one thing that’s hard to dispute, it’s that Apple’s MacBooks can get pricey. There’s no doubt you get a top-quality product – they’re some of the best laptops money can buy – but you definitely pay for the privilege.The good news, though, is that this could be a great time of year to start shopping around for a MacBook. With Amazon Prime Day kicking off this week, there are plenty of savings to be had if you’re in the market for one of Apple’s laptops.Combined with a lack of imminent hardware upgrades, pulling the trigger now makes a lot of sense. Here, we’ll take a quick look at the reasons why.Today's best Apple MacBook dealsThe Apple MacBook Pro (M4 Pro) is one of the most powerful MacBooks available, with ample power ready to tackle intensive tasks. With a 14-core CPU and a 20-core GPU, productivity and gaming are a breeze, and it also helps that you'll have 24GB of unified memory. While still quite pricey on sale, it's a generous deal for a laptop that will serve you well for years.View DealThe MacBook Air 13-inch (M4) is the newest version of Apple's popular laptop and it's now down to a great price at Best Buy. You get a great-looking 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display, while the boost to 16GB of RAM keeps all your programs running smoothly. It's just a shame Apple still insists on only 256GB of storage as standard, which feels a little miserly in 2025. Nevertheless, this is still one of the best laptops you can buy if you need a performance powerhouse for productivity and creative tasks – especially after this $150 discount.View DealIt may essentially be just a larger version of the MacBook Air 13-inch, but if that's what you want, then that's what you get – and it's now reduced to its lowest-ever price at Best Buy. Our MacBook Air 15-inch review praised the display, performance, design and speaker array, although we did think the jump in size hurt one of the MacBook Air's key selling points – its portability. Nevertheless, this is still an impressive laptop that was awarded a full five stars.View DealOn the hunt for savings(Image credit: Apple)Given the costs involved, buying a brand-new MacBook is not an impulse purchase for most people. The most affordable Apple laptop is the MacBook Air, which starts at $999. If you want to step up to the MacBook Pro, you’re looking at $1,599 for the entry-level model. That’s a lot of cash to be throwing around.Sure, this is one case where you get what you pay for. MacBooks are built to last and are packed with top-tier components and features, from the mini-LED display to the incredible chips. You won’t need to worry about spending a heap of money on a lemon, that’s for sure.And given that Prime Day sales on Apple kit have already begun, you might be able to spend a slightly smaller pile of cash than usual. We’ve seen plenty of eye-opening savings on laptops, and there could well be more around the corner. MacBooks don’t always go on sale, so it’s worth paying attention when they do.(Image credit: Future/Jacob Krol)And there’s another good reason to consider buying a MacBook now: we’re not expecting any significant changes until the autumn. Right now, we’re in the quiet time between Apple’s software announcements at its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June and its iPhone 17 range landing in September. It’s highly unlikely that the company will release new Macs any time between now and the fall.That means there’s less chance of the kind of buyer’s remorse you might feel if you rush out and purchase a MacBook, only for a new one to come out the week after. That’s something you’re not going to have to worry about for a little while.With all that in mind, it might be worth checking out some MacBook deals to see if you can save a wad of cash on a new laptop, as there are already plenty of savings to be had.What to look out forOK, so you’ve decided to scout around for a new MacBook. What should you be on the hunt for?If you can afford it, a MacBook with an M4-series chip is a fantastic option. The base-level M4 chip – which you’ll find in both the MacBook Air and the MacBook Pro – is super-fast and can handle most tasks with ease. Its incredible efficiency also makes it a battery champion, blasting past the competition in terms of longevity on a single charge.Stepping up, there are the M4 Pro and M4 Max chips, which are found in the MacBook Pro. They’re ideal if you feel you need extra power or want to dabble in a spot of gaming (yes, MacBooks make great gaming machines these days).(Image credit: Future)But buying a MacBook doesn’t have to mean getting the latest, shiniest model. Instead, now is also a great time to find bargains on slightly older Apple silicon chips – indeed, MacBooks bearing the M3, M2 and M1-series chips are still excellent devices with plenty of power on offer. I have a MacBook Pro with an M1 Pro chip, for example, and am more than happy with its performance.And aside from the chips, you get the same solid battery life, gorgeous displays and eardrum-pleasing speakers that Apple specializes in.However, we do have a word of warning: avoid MacBooks with Intel chips unless your budget is very restricted. These laptops are all at least five years old now, given that MacBooks transitioned to Apple silicon in 2020. Intel MacBooks weren’t great to begin with, but compared to Apple silicon, they are really showing their age.Still, if you can avoid that pitfall, you should be able to find yourself a deal on a MacBook that’ll make you very happy. Be sure to check out TechRadar’s Apple Prime Day deals page for the best savings on all the top Apple laptops.More early Prime Day dealsAmazon Prime membership: free 30-day trialAmazon Devices: 50% off TVs, Echo & Fire SticksApple: AirPods + iPads from $99Back to school: deals from $5.99Beauty: 80% off toothbrushes & skincareHeadphones: $120 off Bose, Apple & SonyHealth: electric toothbrushes from $24.99Kitchen: 54% off Ninja, Nespresso & KeurigLaptops: record-low prices from $175Tablets: iPads and Samsung from $54.99Toys: 40% off Lego, scooters & TonieboxTVs: cheap TVs from $59.99Vacuums: Shark, Bissell & Dyson from $49.99

The TechRadar team is delighted to announce that the TechRadar Choice Awards 2025 are coming later this year, and as always, they'll give our reader the chance to help select the best technology and services of the last year. And these awards are bigger and better than ever, now including over 100 categories!The final awards will be revealed later in the year, and before then, we'll give our readers the chance to vote for their favorite from a shortlist of options, which will be combined with our expert judges' votes to create the final winners.At this time, we're accepting nominations from anyone who wants to suggest a product that should be on our voting shortlists when the time comes. Maybe you represent a product professionally, or maybe it's just something you've bought and love – your nomination is welcome either way! Our shortlists will be compiled by our editors who are the experts in each topic, but these nominations are your opportunity to ensure that a product you like or want to promote gets their attention.You can fill out the form on our nominations page below to submit your suggestion. We'll be accepting nominations until August 8, 2024.Nominate your products for the TechRadar Choice Awards 2024With more categories than ever before, that means more chances for our readers to choose their favorites than ever before! In some cases, we've added new categories to reflect the growing popularity of new types of product; in other cases, we've reworked existing categories to better reflect the current market. You can see all the main TechRadar Choice Awards 2025 categories here.We'll also have some Editor's Choice categories not listed above, which are chosen solely by the TechRadar team.To be eligible for the TechRadar Choice Awards 2025, products must have been released after September 1, 2024 and before September 30, 2025 – with some exceptions, which you can find here in our explanation of the TechRadar Choice Awards process.If you want to see which products won in last year's awards, take a look at the TechRadar Choice Awards 2024 winners list. We look forward to seeing your nominations for this year's awards!

Cybernews finds huge databse full of resumes and CVsIt belongs to TalentHookThe database apparently remains open to this daySecurity researchers have discovered another large unprotected database which was leaking sensitive information to the general public.Analysts fromCybernews found a misconfigured Azure Blob storage container available to anyone who knew where to look.The archive contained almost 26 million files, and it was later determined that most of the files were resumes and CVs belonging to US citizens, including people’s full names, email addresses, phone numbers, education details, professional details, and employment history.Get 55% off Incogni's Data Removal service with code TECHRADAR Wipe your personal data off the internet with the Incogni data removal service. Stop identity thievesand protect your privacy from unwanted spam and scam calls.View DealTalentHook in troubleWhile it might not sound like much, the cache is a treasure trove for cybercriminals. Knowing these people are actively seeking new job opportunities, they can create fully customized, highly relevant phishing emails, successfully tricking people into downloading malware or sharing login credentials.For example, the North Korean state-sponsored group Lazarus often targets job seekers on LinkedIn and elsewhere, sharing fake job description files which are nothing more than malware.In some instances, they would have the victim jump through multiple job interview hoops, before asking for “trial work” which includes downloading malicious code.Cybernews later determined that the archive belonged to TalentHook, a cloud-based applicant tracking system that connects HR departments with individuals seeking work.Usually, when the researchers find unprotected databases such as this one, they notify the owners and get it locked down fast. However, in this instance, there was no confirmation that TalentHook actually barred access.Instead, the Cybernews team shared advice with TalentHook, inviting the team to “change access controls to restrict public access and secure the container”. Therefore, it’s safe to assume that the database remains unlocked and available for all to find. The researchers also did not mention if someone found it already, but this is always a strong possibility.At press time, there was no evidence of the data already being found and abused in the wild.You might also likeOver 16 billion records leaked in "unimaginable" major data breach – here's what we knowTake a look at our guide to the best authenticator appWe've rounded up the best password managers

Amazon Prime Day has returned for the summer, making it a good time to check to see if any big-ticket gadgets on your wishlist are on sale. A lot of our favorite tech is on sale at the moment, and that includes a number of Prime Day vacuum deals. One of the best is on the Dyson V15 Detect Plus, which has dropped to $570 for Prime members.

We loved the Dyson V15 Detect and it earned a slot in our best cordless vacuums guide. The Plus model on sale during Prime Day is the same vacuum with more accessories. The suction power on the V15 Detect Plus is really impressive, especially for a cordless vacuum. For anyone with pets, good suction should be a strong consideration when selecting a vacuum, and we were thoroughly impressed with the pet hair this model picked up in our tests from both hardwood and carpet.

The Fluffy Optic hard surface cleaning head comes with a laser that illuminates the ground in front of you as you vacuum. It does a frighteningly good job of highlighting just how much dust, hair and other debris have collected on your hardwood or tile floors that you might not have seen. For a shocking look at just how much stuff is on your floors, try vacuuming with the lights off.

The V15 Detect Plus gets its namesake from a handy LCD display screen on the main body of the vacuum that tells you exactly how many particles across different size ranges the vacuum has detected since you started cleaning. In practice, this doesn't add anything to the functionality of the device, but it sheds a light on just how much stuff you've picked up.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/the-dyson-v15-detect-plus-cordless-vacuum-is-180-off-for-prime-day-121534372.html?src=rss

A new, official GoPro Max 2 teaser shows it's finally gearing up for launchThe 360-degree action cam has been in the works for yearsIt'll compete with the recently-leaked DJI Osmo 360 and Insta360 X5The GoPro Max 2 has been in development for so long it's almost gained mythical status, but the 360 camera is finally ready to officially launch – as some new teaser images have just confirmed.GoPro shared the two Max 2 images, which show two skydivers using the camera, across all of its social media platforms including X (formerly Twitter). They were accompanied by the one-word tagline "dropping", which suggests we could finally see the camera soon.The images don't tell us a huge amount about the true successor to the original GoPro Max, which launched way back in 2019. Like the GoPro Hero 13 Black, the camera body has a finned heat sink on the front to help it avoid overheating. The Max 2's lens also appears to be more centralized than on its predecessor.GoPro's long-awaited camera will be dropping into an increasingly crowded space. The battle for the title of best 360 camera has heated up recently, with the arrival of the Insta360 X5, recent leaks unmasking the DJI Osmo 360, and Akaso today revealing the cheapest 360 camera so far, the Akaso 360.But despite the growing competition, GoPro remains the most recognizable name in action cameras – so we're looking forward to seeing what the incoming Max 2 brings.Analysis: the competition can only be good for 360 camera fansBack in February, GoPro released the Max (2025) – a barely-refreshed version of the original Max with a huge price cut. But now we're finally going to see a true successor. (Image credit: GoPro Max)The GoPro Max 2's backstory isn't a promising one. GoPro originally told us its Insta360 rival was "in the works" way back in September 2023, almost two years ago. Then in May 2024 it was slated for a launch by the end of that year, only to then slip to 2025.So why the long delay? GoPro hasn't yet gone into specifics, but it's no secret the company has been struggling recently. Earlier this year, CEO Nick Woodman voluntarily waived his salaryto help the company, but GoPro's stock and revenue have both tanked over the past year.Still, it's good to see the Max 2 finally skydive in through some dark clouds. While it will likely struggle to eclipse Insta360's latest flagships (the Chinese company has launched four iterations of its flagship 360-degree camera since the original Max), the Max 2 will hopefully bring some new features like interchangeable lenses and improved software to make it a good fight.The good news for GoPro is that the benefits of 360 cameras still can't really be replicated by smartphones. Shooting everything around you and then pointing the camera wherever you want afterwards is still a very helpful editing trick. And the 360 camera space will benefit from having a rejuvenated GoPro in the mix – even if its Chinese rivals have learned how to thrive in the post-action camera world.You might also likeThe best action camera for 2025: top cameras for adventuresAkaso unveils cheapest-ever 360 camera, but I'd pick the older Insta360 X3 with 45% off over Prime DayDon’t buy a 360 camera – the new DJI Osmo 360 just leaked again, and it’s expected to launch imminently

Picking up a new MacBook can be pricey, so we always like sharing when a great model is having a steep sale. Prime Day deals have brought a high-end configuration of the 15-inch Apple MacBook Air M3 down to $1,249 — or a whopping $450 off its regular price. This model includes 24GB of RAM and 512GB of storage and typically costs $1,699.

The M3 MacBook Air was our top budget pick for MacBooks, and we were impressed with its fast performance thanks to the M3 chip, as well as its sturdy and sleek design. We also enjoyed the six-speaker array on the 15-inch model, as well as the 3K Liquid Retina display. Thanks to these features and more, it earned a score of 90 in our hands-on review.

Our only real gripe was that the charging and USB-C ports are all on one side of the MacBook Air, which can make arranging peripherals a touch cluttered. It can also make charging just a little more complicated if you have to drape a charging cable around the laptop to reach the port on the other side.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/prime-day-deals-include-450-off-apples-15-inch-m3-macbook-air-154537557.html?src=rss

Just a month after his explosive fallout with Donald Trump, Elon Musk is floating the idea of forming his own political party. In a poll on X, 1.24 million of his followers voted, with 65.4 percent saying they would like to see such a thing happen. The America Party would offer “independence” from a political system Musk says is too focused on “waste & graft.” Like so many things Musk says, it’s not worth paying too much attention to unless he puts his money where his mouth is. But, also like so many things Musk says, it’s likely the idea of an “America Party” will wither away as quickly as it was conceived.

Naturally, where Musk’s putative America Party stands on the big issues will be a key focus for some voters. So far, the billionaire has outlined the party would [CITATION NEEDED], [TO BE DECIDED] and [RON SWANSON MEME]. It’s likely Musk would, as he did at the Department Of Government Efficiency (DOGE), swing the hammer at whatever remains of the government. To justify such destruction, Musk would likely say he is interested in reducing the US’ debt burden and curbing inflation. It has already drawn interest from a number of wealthy high profile figures who see some value in having a billionaire in control of a political party.

If all the talk about shrinking the government sounds familiar, it’s because it’s the position of both the Libertarian Party and the crap your 12 year-old nephew says after spending too much time on Reddit and YouTube. It will likely contain the same lapses in logic you find whenever you listen to anyone in that sphere for too long. For example, demanding the US reduce the effective tax rate to zero while still, somehow, funding lavish R&D projects to maintain the country’s technological lead.

As of now, this party’s goal presumably is not to get Musk into the White House. He was born in South Africa and is consequently ineligible to run for high office unless he can get two thirds of the House and Senate to amend the Constitution. Consequently, the America Party may have Musk as its figurehead, but people will actually be voting for his patsy electoral proxy. But, while I’m sure there are hundreds of credulous citizens willing to take on the role of Elon’s Puppet (I’m sure the DOGE staff list alone would do), it might be a harder sell to the voters en masse.

Not to mention the US has a structural disclination toward anything but the two-party system, where third party candidates are treated with disdain. At best, third parties act as spoilers for the Democratic and Republican nominees, like Ralph Nader’s run in 2000. You might argue that we’re living in a different world now, where a tech-friendly, and tech-savvy figure would do differently. That’s because you, like pretty much everyone else, have forgotten about Andrew Yang’s hang-on-let-me-Google-it Forward Party.

And that’s before we get to the biggest issue of them all, which is the near-mortal wounding of Musk’s own reputation. In the last decade, Musk’s mainstream brand has gone from well-respected innovator (regardless of if that was justified or not) to erratic manchild. He may own a vast bully pulpit in the form of Twitter / X, but that may only endear him to the sorts of people who would pay for Verification and buy Cybertrucks, but nobody else. Is that broad enough of a coalition to overcome the entrenched advantages the big two parties have in American society?

It’s a significant challenge since Musk has alienated a large portion of those well-heeled EV-buying progressive types in his customer base. They may have been volunteer evangelists for the technology and, by extension, his car company, but they aren’t too thrilled about the chaos DOGE has wrought, or anything else Musk has done. Meanwhile, his recent spat with Dear Leader, too, has likely rendered him persona non grata with many Republicans. Ironic, really, given that there’s actually plenty of energy in the US for a real alternative political party — in 2023 Gallup found 63 percent of Americans were in favor of one.

But while some pollsters believe Musk’s brand would carry a third party, his actual record in politics does not. Earlier this year, Musk got directly involved in the Wisconsin Supreme Court election, spending $25 million to support Republican-affiliated candidate Brad Schmiel. Musk also offered voters “gifts” of $1 million and wore a Cheesehead Hat at a campaign rally. But it was Schmiel’s opponent, the Democratic-backed Susan Crawford, who won with 55.02 percent of the vote.

It’s likely undecided voters might also wonder if Musk’s negotiating savvy is good enough for a seat at the top table. After all, Musk successfully backed Trump’s election, but may have done so with the hope of preserving many of Tesla’s carve-outs. Given the so-called Big Beautiful Bill will swiftly do away with all of the EV tax credits that helped make Teslas attractive, it’s not as if Musk succeeded. In fact, given the backlash against Musk has seen Tesla deliveries fall by nearly 60,000 cars compared to the same period last year, perhaps he’s the last person who voters would want representing them on the international stage.

So, a political party founded by someone with an erratic track record in business whose personal brand has fallen quite sharply in recent years and who is mired in controversies. Unfortunately, it turns out the American electorate loves an unstable weirdo who sucks at business! Voters can take heart, though, by remembering that Musk’s words so rarely turn into action.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/general/im-not-losing-sleep-over-elon-musks-political-ambitions-160116542.html?src=rss

If your laptop simply isn’t cutting it anymore, Amazon Prime Day 2025 might have arrived just in time. As has been the case for the past few years, laptop deals are abundant this Prime Day, bringing discounts to MacBooks, Windows laptops, Chromebooks and more. But we wouldn’t blame you if you didn’t know how to figure out if that laptop you’re eyeing actually has a good discount for Prime Day, or if the deal is stale.

That’s where Engadget can help. We’ve poured over the Prime Day laptop deals available this year to pick out the best ones you can get across all kinds of computers. If you’re super picky about the specs you want in a new laptop, we always recommend going straight to the manufacturer so you can configure the machine exactly to your needs. But if you’re willing to work with premade models, Prime Day deals could help you save some cash on your next laptop.

Prime Day laptop deals: MacBooks

Apple’s latest laptops are the MacBook Air M4 and the MacBook Pro M4, but the M3-powered machines are still available and great values when you can get them at steep discounts. But for the most future-proof options, we recommend going with the M4 MacBooks. Amazon actually has decent MacBook deals throughout the year, most of the time on the base configurations of any given model. In a welcomed update, Apple recently made all base models of the MacBook Air M4 have 16GB of RAM by default (which is the same as you’ll find on the base-level Pros).

MacBook Air (15-inch, M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) for $1,049 ($150 off)

MacBook Air (15-inch, M3, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD) for $1,249 (26 percent off)

MacBook Pro (14-inch, M4, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) for $1,429 (11 percent off)

Prime day laptop deals: Windows laptops

You’ve got a lot of variety to choose from when it comes to Windows laptops, and that can be a blessing or a curse. We recommend looking for a laptop from a reputable brand (i.e. Microsoft, Dell, Acer, Lenovo and others like them), and one that can handle daily work or play pressures. That means at least 8GB of RAM and 245GB of SSD storage, plus the latest Intel or AMD CPUs. If you’re looking for a new gaming laptop, you’ll need a bit more power and a dedicated graphics card to boot. Now is a good time to consider upgrading as well since Windows 10 will be sunset in October this year and Microsoft has recommended users upgrade to newer Windows 11 laptops.

Samsung Galaxy Book5 360 (Windows 11, Copilot+, 15.6-inch, Intel Core Ultra 7, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) for $1,000 (26 percent off)

Microsoft Surface laptop (Windows 11, Copilot+, 13.8-inch, Snapdragon X Plus) for $880 (27 percent off)

Lenovo V15 G2 laptop (Windows 11 Pro, 15.6-inch, Intel Celeron N4500, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD) for $429 (28 percent off)

Microsoft Surface Pro 2-in-1 (Windows 11, Copilot+, 13-inch, Snapdragon X Plus, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) for $850 (29 percent off)

Prime Day laptop deals: Chromebooks

Most Chromebooks start off pretty affordable, so that just means you can get them for even less during an event like Prime Day. If you’re a Chrome OS lover, it’s also a decent time to check out sales on premium Chromebooks, which can usually cost $500 or more. In general, we recommend looking for at least 4 to 8GB of RAM and at least 128GB of SDD storage in a Chromebook that you plan on using as your daily driver.

Google Pixelbook Go (13-inch, Intel Core M3) for $319 (51 percent off)

HP Chromebook Plus x360 (14-inch, Intel Core i3, 8GB RAM, 128GB UFS) for $329 (45 percent off)

Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (14-inch, Intel Core i3, 8GB RAM, 128GB SSD) for $320 (20 percent off)

This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/the-best-prime-day-laptop-deals-macbooks-windows-11-machines-chromebooks-and-others-already-on-sale-130057835.html?src=rss

Amazon’s sale is almost here (it officially starts tomorrow) but we already found some pretty great Apple Prime Day deals. Since last July, Apple has released around a dozen new products, including the AirPods 4, the Apple Watch Series 10, an M4 MacBook Air and a new iPad mini and iPad Air (and most of those are on sale). Upcoming releases include computers with M5 chips, possibly some new AirTags, a rumored home hub, and of course, the iPhone 17. In short, the Apple gear machine never stops churning. Of course, one of the things we love about Apple products is their longevity — so whatever you buy today should last you a good long while. Here are the best early Prime Day deals on the Apple gear we've reviewed and recommend.

Best Prime Day AirPod deals

AirPods 4 (without ANC) for $99 ($30 off): Apple introduced two models of its fourth generation basic earbuds alongside the iPhone 16 last September. This one doesn't have the extra features of ANC or Transparency Mode (which makes them cheaper). This pared down model benefits from a shape redesign — which our headphone expert, Billy Steele, found both more comfortable and more secure — as well as improved sound quality that’s more immersive than before.

AirPods Max (USB-C) for $450 ($99 off): Apple’s only over-ear headphones are due for an update. The company outfitted the AirPods Max with a USB-C port late last year, but the internals haven’t had an overhaul since 2020. Still, we named them the best (and only) over-ear AirPods. They are comfortable and relatively lightweight, have a balanced sound and the noise cancellation is solid. This deal matches the all-time low.

Best Prime Day iPad deals

Apple iPad Air (11-inch, M3) for $499 ($100 off): In our opinion, the iPad Air is the best iPad for most people as it strikes an ideal balance between performance, price and features. The M3 chip is almost overkill for a tablet, but it means performance should never be an issue. And upcoming productivity gains from iPadOS 26 should make the tablet even more powerful. This matches the lowest price we've seen a few times over the past few months.

Apple iPad Mini (A17 Pro) for $399 ($100 off): Apple’s smallest iPad earned an 83 review score from us when it came out late last year. Despite its compact size, it’s still a fully-featured iPad, with support for accessories and a laminated, anti-reflective screen. It’s not a laptop-replacer, but rather the perfect couch companion, handling games, video, web browsing and email triage.

Apple iPad Air (13-inch, M3) for $699 ($100 off): This is Apple’s most affordable large-screen iPad. Engadget’s Nate Ingraham awarded it a review score of 89 upon its debut this March. When you pair it with accessories like a keyboard folio and mouse, it becomes a true productivity machine — though those add-ons make it a pricey package. Good thing iPads are on sale for Prime Day. This $100 discount matches the lowest price we've seen over the past couple months.

Best Prime Day MacBook deals

MacBook Air (M4, 15-inch) for $1,049 ($150 off): If you want a little more screen real estate, go for the 15-inch Air. Devindra found the screen more immersive than the smaller model, and only slightly less portable. The slightly larger battery gave it a few more minutes of life. Whichever size you go for, the MacBook Air will be able to handle all but the most demanding rendering tasks without breaking a sweat.

MacBook Air (15-inch, M3, 24GB RAM) for $1,249 ($450 off): This higher-specced version of the M3 MacBook Air from last year has a 15-inch screen and a little extra internal memory. We gave the 15-inch model a score of 90 in our review when it came out in early 2024. Outside of its older M3 chip (which is still plenty fast for everyday use), marginally improved camera and inability to power two external displays with the lid open, this MacBook is virtually identical to the M4 version.

Best Prime Day Apple Watch deals

Apple Watch Ultra 2 for $649 ($150 off): The second generation of Apple’s premium smartwatch came out in 2023 along with the iPhone 15 (last September, it just got a new Titanium Black colorway). The Ultra model is geared towards serious athletes and outdoor adventurers, packing specialized features like a 40-meter depth gauge, dual-frequency GPS and an on-board siren.

Apple Watch SE for $169 (32 percent off): Those on tight budgets can opt for the Apple Watch SE and know they’re getting the core Apple wearable experience with few compromises. We consider it to be the best smartwatch for newbies.

Best Prime Day deals on Apple accessories

Apple Pencil Pro for $99 ($30 off): Apple announced the Pro version of its pencil at the same time as the iPad Pro with the M4 chip. It adds haptic feedback, squeeze gestures and roll capabilities to the usual stylus tricks. It works with the newest iPad Pro, Air and Mini models.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/the-best-prime-day-apple-deals-on-airpods-ipads-macbooks-and-more-150005048.html?src=rss