By Marko Zivkovic After one person passed away and after dozens more were injured, Casely has reannounced a recall of its MagSafe-compatible power bank.Casely has reannounced its 2025 recall of the 5,000mAh Power Pods MagSafe charger.Back in April 2025, Casely and the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (USCPSC) published a recall of the 5,000mAh Power Pods wireless. More than 429,000 units were recalled, following 51 incidents of the products “overheating, expanding, or catching fire,” ultimately causing burns.A year later, the same recall has been reissued, as 28 additional incidents have occurred. “The recalled power banks pose a risk of serious injury or death from fire and burn hazards to consumers,” says the USCPSC. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By Marko Zivkovic Brazil’s federal police have uncovered a large-scale money laundering group involving influencers and musicians, all thanks to an iCloud backup.An iCloud backup played a crucial role in the discovery of a money laundering ring in Brazil.iCloud backups have played a key role in exposing organized crime, helping police uncover a poker rigging scheme in October 2025, and now contributing to the discovery of a $320 million money laundering operation in Brazil.As part of an investigation into alleged illegal gambling and international drug trafficking, Brazilian authorities arrested accountant Rodrigo Morgado. Upon gaining access to his iCloud backup, however, investigators found evidence of a separate, complex money laundering scheme. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By Christine McKee Avoid backorder delays and grab the lowest price ever with Amazon’s MacBook Neo deal that drops the standard model to $589.99.Save on every new MacBook Neo, including this popular Citrus option.A popular option for families and bargain hunters, Apple’s MacBook Neo is on sale at Amazon today, with the standard 256GB model marked down to $589.99 after a $10 discount. At press time, all four colorways are eligible for the savings, with units shipping now or in 1-2 days, depending on the color.Buy MacBook Neo for $589.99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By Christine McKee Apple retailers are embroiled in a MacBook Pro price war this Thursday, resulting in the 1TB M5 14-inch model falling to $1,580.Grab a 1TB MacBook Pro 14-inch for $1,580 at Amazon – Image credit: AppleYou can pick up the 1TB 14-inch MacBook Pro for $1,580 at Amazon in Silver, while the Space Black version is on sale for $1,599 at both B&H and Amazon.Buy M5 MacBook Pro for $1,580 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By Andrew Orr After a slow roll-out Perplexity’s Personal Computer feature is more widely available to let users make a persistent agent that can access files, apps, and tasks across a user’s Mac.An example of Perplexity Personal Computer from its videoThe release expands beyond an earlier limited preview and reaches Perplexity Max subscribers and waitlisted users through the company’s Mac app. Personal Computer connects to local folders, native macOS apps, and the browser, giving the AI the ability to read, write, and act on data stored on the machine.Perplexity is moving beyond the typical chatbot model by running in the background and carrying out multi-step tasks. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By Oliver Haslam Smartphone buyers are becoming increasingly loyal to their chosen platform, whether that’s Apple’s iPhone or Google’s Android.Buyers are switching from and to the iPhone less than everThe increased loyalty also means that smartphone buyers are less likely to switch from Android to iPhone and vice versa. That’s according to new research that found that of those who do switch, Android users are more likely to buy iPhones than the other way around.However, switching does still happen. And Android phone owners are still more than willing to switch to iPhones despite their increased loyalty. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By Andrew Orr Blackmagic Design’s Blackmagic Camera app for iPhone further enhances professional workflows with Apple Watch control, deeper ATEM integration, and new hardware support.Blackmagic Design’s iPhone camera appThe update shifts the camera app beyond standalone recording by tying the iPhone into coordinated production environments. Remote monitoring from Apple Watch, control through Blackmagic’s ProDock, and support for dedicated focus and zoom hardware position the device as part of a larger, managed camera system rather than a self-contained tool.The changes arrive as iPhone video continues to gain traction in production environments. However, the update shows Blackmagic focusing less on casual creators and more on integrating the iPhone into its existing broadcast ecosystem. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By Oliver Haslam Apple is running a promotion that offers a 10% discount on AirPods and other accessories when customers recycle their old devices, including very old iPhones and iPads.Apple is offering a discount on AirPods and other accessories right nowThe deal, which runs from today through May 26, is only valid at physical Apple Stores. Those who don’t have an Apple Store within traveling distance are, unfortunately, out of luck.Apple also notes that customers must recycle their old hardware and buy their new accessory at the same time. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By William Gallagher Apple invited paraplegic Claire Lomas to fly a plane while being filmed for an Apple Vision Pro immersive video, but she then suffered fatal injuries in an accident upon landing.Claire Lomas pictured in 2012 walking London Marathon – image credit: Lulu KyriacouIn 2024, Apple was making one of the first of its “Adventure” immersive videos for the then-new Apple Vision Pro, featuring spectacular feats such as Parkour running in Paris. According to Bloomberg, Lomas was being filmed flying a converted microlight over the Jordan desert when she crashed after landing.BBC News reported back in 2025 that Lomas had been invited to film there by an unnamed documentary maker, now revealed to be Apple and London’s Atlantic Studios. Lomas had flown this type of microlight before, but the BBC says it went off a road after landing and crashed into a rock. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By William Gallagher Apple has released its latest annual environmental report with new milestones achieved, including 100% recycled cobalt in batteries, 100% recycled rare earth elements in magnets, and more.Apple claims it now uses 100% recycled gold plating in all Apple-designed printed circuit board – image credit: AppleIts 2025 annual environmental report was a tale of the company being under pressure to reach its 2030 target despite the new energy requirements of AI. But for 2026, the company can now point to multiple milestones it has reached, specifically:30% recycled materials across all devices Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
