Macworld Apple’s higher-end iPads have used the universal USB-C connector port rather than Apple’s own Lightning connector since 2018. Now the iPad Air, iPad mini and even the 10th generation iPad feature the USB-C port instead of Lightning. In fact, the only iPad Apple sells without USB-C is the 9th generation iPad. The M1 iPad Pro uses the even more capable but identical-looking (and compatible to USB-C) Thunderbolt connection. What many people don’t realise is that the USB-C port is good for more than charging or plugging in wired earbuds. Apple’s tablets can also be used with other peripherals that transform it into a versatile computer. As such, iPad owners have a wide range of USB-C accessories available to them…

Apple’s latest iPad Air might not be as cheap as the newer entry-level model, but it’s still a better value. | Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge Apple’s annual Worldwide Developers Conference may be right around the corner, but we’re not expecting to see a ton of news on the tablet front outside of the next iteration of iPadOS. That means now is as good a time as any to pick up Apple’s latest iPad Air, which is currently matching its all-time low of $499.99 ($100 off) at Amazon and Best Buy in the 64GB / Wi-Fi configuration. Apple’s midrange tablet, in our eyes, is the best iPad for most people. The 2022 fifth-gen Air packs in a…

Macworld Samsung on Tuesday revealed an update to its Smart Monitor M8, a stand-alone computer display. For customers looking for a high-resolution display but unable to afford Apple’s 5K Studio Display, the Smart Monitor M8 is an attractive option (on paper) if you’re willing to make some compromises. For $700 (32 inches) or $650 (27 inches), the M8 will be available in June. It has the following specs: 4K resolution at 60Hz (not variable)400 nits brightness3,000 to 1 contrast ratioHDR 10+99% sRGB color gamutHDMI 2.0; two USB-A ports; one USB-C port (65 watts)Two 5-watt speakers Apple’s Studio Display is better for content creation since it supports the P3 color gamut, has higher brightness, and True Tone. The Studio Display also…

You can now brighten up your home for a little less thanks to Nanoleaf’s ongoing Memorial Day sale. | Photo by Jennifer Pattison Tuohy / The Verge Memorial Day isn’t just the unofficial start of summer — it’s also a good time to save money on everything from outdoor furniture to the latest tech accessories. And while many retailers are likely going to launch their Memorial Day sales closer to the weekend, retailers like Walmart have already begun offering deals on streaming devices, noise-canceling earbuds, video doorbells, gaming headsets, and a range of other popular tech. What’s more, Amazon and other retailers are currently matching the discounted prices, making now one of the best times of the year to save…

You can now brighten up your home for a little less thanks to Nanoleaf’s ongoing Memorial Day sale. | Photo by Jennifer Pattison Tuohy / The Verge Memorial Day isn’t just the unofficial start of summer — it’s also a good time to save money on everything from outdoor furniture to the latest tech accessories. And while many retailers are likely going to launch their Memorial Day sales closer to the weekend, retailers like Walmart have already begun offering deals on streaming devices, noise-canceling earbuds, video doorbells, gaming headsets, and a range of other popular tech. What’s more, Amazon and other retailers are currently matching the discounted prices, making now one of the best times of the year to save…

Apple has sent out official invitations to select media to watch its prepared WWDC 2023 keynote video at the company’s Apple Park headquarters in Cupertino, California. The keynote is set to take place at 10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET on June 5th. Of course, the same video will also be streamed live at the same time for everyone else to watch online. The WWDC keynote is the opening event of Apple’s annual Worldwide Developers Conference. It typically includes a number of software announcements, such as new updates to iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and more. This year, the headline rumored announcement is the unveiling of Apple’s augmented reality headset. This long-awaited device, which Apple has not officially acknowledged, marks the…