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Buyer's Guide
This page provides a product summary for each Apple model. The intent is to provide our best recommendations regarding current product cycles, and to provide a summary of currently available rumors for each model.
This page is based on rumors and speculation and we provide no guarantee to its accuracy.
In-Depth Guides- iPhone Buyer's Guide (2020)
- Best iMac to Buy (2020)
- Best iPad to Buy (2020)
- Best Apple Watch to Buy (2020)
- Best AirPods Deals
- Best HomePod Deals
- Best Apple TV 4K Deals
- Best MacBook Pro and MacBook Air Deals
- Best iMac Deals
- Best iPad Deals
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iPhone SE
- The original iPhone SE was a budget 4-inch iPhone before being discontinued in 2018, but Apple revived the name in April 2020 with a new 4.7-inch model that looks like an iPhone 8 with internals similar to those of the iPhone 11. It features an A13 Bionic chip, 3GB RAM, and a low starting price of $399. Comes in white, black, and red, and comes with 64, 128, or 256GB of storage.
iPhone SE Roundup
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11" iPad Pro
- The 11-inch iPad Pro was updated in March 2020 with a faster A12Z Bionic chip, a new 10MP Ultra Wide camera to complement the traditional 12MP camera, a LiDAR depth scanner for improved augmented reality experiences, and more. There's also a new Magic Keyboard with Trackpad coming in May, and the new iPad Pro models continue to work with the Apple Pencil 2.
11" iPad Pro Roundup
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12.9" iPad Pro
- The 12.9-inch iPad Pro was updated in March 2020 with a faster A12Z Bionic chip, a new 10MP Ultra Wide camera to complement the traditional 12MP camera, a LiDAR depth scanner for improved augmented reality experiences, and more. There's also a new Magic Keyboard with Trackpad coming in May, and the new iPad Pro models continue to work with the Apple Pencil 2.
12.9" iPad Pro Roundup
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iPhone 11
- Apple unveiled the iPhone 11 on September 10 with new colors, a dual-lens camera, improved durability, and a faster A13 chip. Pricing starts at $699, and iPhone 11 is sold alongside iPhone 11 Pro ($999) and iPhone 11 Pro Max ($1099).
iPhone 11 Roundup
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iPhone 11 Pro
- Apple in September 2019 unveiled the new iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max with triple-lens cameras, A13 chips, faster Face ID, Night Mode, shatter resistant glass, improved water resistance and more. iPhone 11 Pro starts at $999, iPhone 11 Pro Max starts at $1099.
iPhone 11 Pro Roundup
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iPad
- The "iPad" is Apple's low-priced mainstream iPad, last updated in September 2019 with a larger 10.2-inch display and Smart Keyboard support
iPad Roundup
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iPad Mini
- Fifth-generation iPad mini with A12 Bionic chip, Apple Pencil support, and upgraded display and cameras announced March 18, 2019.
iPad Mini Roundup
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iPad Air
- Apple in March 2019 resurrected the iPad Air with a new 10.5-inch model that features a Touch ID Home button, headphone jack, A12 Bionic processor, Apple Pencil support, and Smart Keyboard compatibility.
iPad Air Roundup
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13" MacBook Pro
- Updated 13" MacBook Pro released in May 2020 with Magic Keyboard, more standard internal storage, and more. Higher-end models are equipped with Intel's latest 10th-generation processors and up to 32GB of RAM, while lower-end models continue to use 8th-generation chips and are limited to 16GB of RAM.
13" MacBook Pro Roundup
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Mac Mini
- The Mac mini received a minor update in March 2020, doubling the amount of storage on each of the two standard configurations, which essentially amounts to a $200 price cut. The Mac mini is otherwise unchanged compared to the models released in October 2018, featuring 4- and 6-core 8th-Generation Intel Core processors, four Thunderbolt 3/USB-C ports, support for up to 64GB RAM, and all SSD configurations with up to 2TB of storage available. It also includes Apple's T2 chip for added security.
Mac Mini Roundup
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MacBook Air
- Apple in March 2020 updated the MacBook Air with more internal storage, 10th-generation Intel processors, and most importantly, a more reliable scissor-switch keyboard. It also received a $100 price cut to start at $999, and it continues to feature a Retina display, slim bezels, Touch ID, up to 16GB RAM, and up to a 2TB SSD.
MacBook Air Roundup
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Mac Pro
- Apple released its new high-end, high-throughput Mac Pro on December 10. It starts at $5,999, so this machine is only for the most serious professional users.
Mac Pro Roundup
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16" MacBook Pro
- The 16" MacBook Pro debuted in November 2019 with a slightly larger screen than its 15" predecessor, an improved scissor-switch Magic Keyboard, 9th-generation Intel processors, and a new physical Escape key alongside the Touch Bar. A new high-end graphics option was added in June 2020.
16" MacBook Pro Roundup
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iMac
- Apple's iMac is an ultra-thin all-in-one desktop computer, available in 21.5- and 27-inch sizes with an array of build-to-order upgrades. The iMac family was updated with 8th- and 9th-generation Intel processors, faster memory, and new Radeon Pro Vega graphics options in March of 2019.
iMac Roundup
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iMac Pro
- Announced at the 2017 Worldwide Developers Conference, the iMac Pro is a top-of-the-line iMac with Xeon processors, Radeon Pro Vega graphics, Thunderbolt 3, and a unique Space Gray body. New 256GB RAM and Radeon Pro Vega 64X upgrade options added in March 2019.
iMac Pro Roundup
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AirPods Pro
- Apple has announced updated AirPods Pro earphones featuring noise canceling technology, a new design, improved water resistance, and a $249 price tag.
AirPods Pro Roundup
Recent Rumors
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Apple Watch
- The Apple Watch Series 5 features a new always-on display, built-in compass for advanced navigation features, and a titanium case option.
Apple Watch Roundup
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iPod Touch
- The iPod touch is Apple's only iPod running iOS, offering access to the App Store and the same 4-inch Retina display found on the company's iPhone 5 and 5s. The iPod touch was updated on May 28, 2019, with an A10 Fusion chip and storage options up to 256 GB.
iPod Touch Roundup
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AirPods
AirPods 2 were released in March 2019 and are wireless, entirely cord-free earbuds. Apple has since expanded the product line with AirPods Pro.
AirPods Roundup
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HomePod
- HomePod is Apple's answer to the Amazon Echo, but with more of a focus on music and sound quality. HomePod includes impressive sound and also supports Siri commands. Launched February 9, 2018.
HomePod Roundup
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Apple TV
- Apple's fifth-generation Apple TV features an A10X Fusion processor and 32 to 64GB of storage, along with support for 4K HDR for the first time.
Apple TV Roundup