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Apple nukes Launchpad in macOS Tahoe 26 — best alternatives for Mac users

macOS 26 Tahoe

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Launchpad is blasting off into the sun with macOS Tahoe 26. While there’s no exact replacement, there are some alternatives that may help Launchpad users like me to adapt.

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Rode adds more features to the AirPods of lav mics for iPhone, price now 33% lower

Update 9/8/2025: While other electronics makers are raising prices, Rode has dropped the Wireless Micro retail price from $149 down to $99. Wireless GO (Gen 3) is also priced 33% lower now at $199.


We’re living in the future, folks. Rode’s new Wireless Micro hardware is basically the AirPods of lav mics for your iPhone. The product consists of two wireless lavaliere microphones, a USB-C wireless receiver that connects to your iPhone or iPad, and a compact charging case that recharges over USB-C. I’ve been trying out the Rode Wireless Micro for a few months now, and I’m honestly blown away by the state-of-the-art technology here. Since launching in November 2024, Rode has sweetened the deal in several ways. More on that at the bottom of our original review.

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