Round-Ups Archives - The Mac Observer https://www.macobserver.com/features/tips/round-ups/ Apple iPhone, Mac, Watch and iPad News, Opinions, Tips and More Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:23:28 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 MacBook Buying Guide: Choosing Between Air, Pro, and Apple’s Latest Models https://www.macobserver.com/tips/round-ups/macbook-buying-guide-choosing-between-air-pro-and-apples-latest-models/ https://www.macobserver.com/tips/round-ups/macbook-buying-guide-choosing-between-air-pro-and-apples-latest-models/#respond Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:23:17 +0000 https://www.macobserver.com/?p=231161 MacBook Buying Guide: Choosing Between Air, Pro, and Apple’s Latest Models

Shopping for a new MacBook is always exciting and stressful. Sure, getting a shiny new Apple device is a win, but comparing models, chipsets, and specs can get exhausting fast. And now, with the new MacBook Air sporting both a powerful M4 chip and a lower price tag, you have yet another choice to make. […]

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MacBook Air M4 Deals That’ll Make You M4-get Full Price https://www.macobserver.com/tips/round-ups/macbook-air-m4-deals-thatll-make-you-m4-get-full-price/ https://www.macobserver.com/tips/round-ups/macbook-air-m4-deals-thatll-make-you-m4-get-full-price/#respond Thu, 06 Mar 2025 21:55:21 +0000 https://www.macobserver.com/?p=231131 MacBook Air M4 Deals That’ll Make You M4-get Full Price

The new MacBook Air M4 looks to be a home run, and no doubt many are already looking for the best deals. Fortunately, ‘deals’ is my middle name. Okay, it’s not, but below I’m taking a look at some of the best offers currently available for what’s sure to be one of the most popular […]

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7 Reasons You’ll Want to Upgrade to the MacBook Air M4 https://www.macobserver.com/tips/round-ups/7-reasons-youll-want-to-upgrade-to-the-macbook-air-m4/ https://www.macobserver.com/tips/round-ups/7-reasons-youll-want-to-upgrade-to-the-macbook-air-m4/#respond Thu, 06 Mar 2025 16:00:00 +0000 https://www.macobserver.com/?p=231053 7 Reasons You’ll Want to Upgrade to the MacBook Air M4

The most noteworthy of Apple’s latest releases is the new MacBook Air with an M4 chip. Available in 13-inch and 15-inch variants, it features significant upgrades such as increased memory options, an improved camera, support for external displays, and more. It also comes at a lower starting price! Read below for the most compelling reasons […]

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M4 vs. M3 MacBook Air: What’s New and What’s Stayed the Same https://www.macobserver.com/tips/round-ups/m4-vs-m3-macbook-air-whats-new-and-whats-stayed-the-same/ https://www.macobserver.com/tips/round-ups/m4-vs-m3-macbook-air-whats-new-and-whats-stayed-the-same/#respond Thu, 06 Mar 2025 15:15:00 +0000 https://www.macobserver.com/?p=231004 M4 vs. M3 MacBook Air: What’s New and What’s Stayed the Same

Apple’s MacBook Air has long been a benchmark for ultraportable laptops, blending performance with sleek design. With the introduction of the M4 chip, Apple continues this tradition, offering some notable enhancements over the previous M3 model. This article compares the M4 and M3 MacBook Air models to help you make an informed decision about whether […]

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Are Older Models Better Deals Than New iPad Air M3 and iPad 11? https://www.macobserver.com/tips/round-ups/are-older-models-better-deals-than-new-ipad-air-m3-and-ipad-11/ https://www.macobserver.com/tips/round-ups/are-older-models-better-deals-than-new-ipad-air-m3-and-ipad-11/#respond Wed, 05 Mar 2025 22:44:30 +0000 https://www.macobserver.com/?p=230976 Are Older Models Better Deals Than New iPad Air M3 and iPad 11?

Not amused by the new iPads announced? Neither are we. Here are some models that are better deals than the new 2025 iPad Air M3 and iPad 11.

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iPad 11 vs. iPad 10: What’s New, What’s Missing, and Should You Upgrade? https://www.macobserver.com/tips/round-ups/ipad-11-vs-ipad-10-whats-new-whats-missing-and-should-you-upgrade/ https://www.macobserver.com/tips/round-ups/ipad-11-vs-ipad-10-whats-new-whats-missing-and-should-you-upgrade/#respond Wed, 05 Mar 2025 08:36:37 +0000 https://www.macobserver.com/?p=230930 iPad 11 vs. iPad 10: What’s New, What’s Missing, and Should You Upgrade?

Leave it to Apple to keep people on the edge of their seats. Just as Apple Silicon iPad models take center stage with Apple Intelligence, Apple surprises everyone with a new A-series iPad refresh. The iPad 11 is an unexpected (yet welcome) update to the entry-level lineup. That said, do the new features warrant an […]

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Apple Pencil Pro and USB-C Models: Price Breakdown and Compatibility with New iPads https://www.macobserver.com/tips/round-ups/apple-pencil-pro-usb-c-price-breakdown/ https://www.macobserver.com/tips/round-ups/apple-pencil-pro-usb-c-price-breakdown/#comments Wed, 05 Mar 2025 05:55:59 +0000 https://www.macobserver.com/?p=230817 Apple Pencil Pro and USB-C Models: Price Breakdown and Compatibility with New iPads

With the new M3 iPad Air offering support for both Apple Pencil Pro and USB-C models, curious buyers may want to know all the stats before taking the plunge. Let me be the one to give you the price and compatibility breakdown. Even if you’re not looking for the latest iPad, I’ve still got the […]

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Is the iPhone 16e Right for You? Weighing the Pros and Cons https://www.macobserver.com/tips/round-ups/is-the-iphone-16e-right-for-you-weighing-the-pros-and-cons/ https://www.macobserver.com/tips/round-ups/is-the-iphone-16e-right-for-you-weighing-the-pros-and-cons/#respond Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:20:00 +0000 https://www.macobserver.com/?p=230516 Is the iPhone 16e Right for You? Weighing the Pros and Cons

Apple’s iPhone 16e is officially here. It’s the most budget-priced iPhone in Apple’s catalog, but it’s nowhere near a successor to the older iPhone SE 3. If you’re confused about whether to buy the iPhone 16e, this guide will help you make an informed decision. We’ve outlined all the major pros and cons to help […]

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How To Download and Use SideStore on iOS https://www.macobserver.com/tips/round-ups/download-use-sidestore-ios/ https://www.macobserver.com/tips/round-ups/download-use-sidestore-ios/#respond Sun, 02 Mar 2025 13:40:00 +0000 https://www.macobserver.com/?p=228626 How To Download and Use SideStore on iOS

Ever since Apple loosened its restrictions on sideloading, iPhone users have been buzzing about SideStore as an AltStore alternative. They say it delivers a more user-friendly, untethered experience. If you’re new to sideloading, you might feel lost when reading these topics. What is SideStore? How does it work? Is it safe? To help you get […]

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Sleep on the Bus Without Losing Your Stop With This Alarm App https://www.macobserver.com/tips/round-ups/sleep-on-the-bus-without-losing-your-stop-with-this-alarm-app/ https://www.macobserver.com/tips/round-ups/sleep-on-the-bus-without-losing-your-stop-with-this-alarm-app/#respond Sun, 02 Mar 2025 13:10:00 +0000 https://www.macobserver.com/?p=230312 Sleep on the Bus Without Losing Your Stop With This Alarm App

Doze sets a GPS-activated alarm in the app, so you don't have to worry where you'll wake up when sleeping on the bus

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