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Apple achieves 100% recycled materials in three categories, offers 10% discount

Apple achieves 100% recycled materials in three categories, launches 10% discount | Purely illustrative stock photo of a CNC machine

In the run-up to Earth Day next week, Apple has highlighted its latest environmental progress. This includes the use of 100% recycled materials in three categories. The company is also offering a 10% discount on AirPods and other accessories when you recycle an eligible product.

The company today published its latest annual Environmental Progress Report, which tracks Apple’s timeline toward its goal of being carbon neutral across its entire footprint by the end of this decade …

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Safety concerns were reported to Apple before pilot killed during Vision Pro filming

Safety concerns were reported to Apple before pilot killed during Vision Pro filming | Stock photo of a microlight aircraft similar to the one involved

It’s been revealed that an athlete and pilot killed in a microlight plane crash was being filmed for the Vision Pro immersive video series Adventure at the time.

The report says that crew members had reported safety concerns to Apple ahead of the crash, citing factors such as limited training and unsafe working hours …

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Manufacturing started for all-new iPhone 18 Pro camera feature

iPhone 18 Pro variable-aperture lens manufacturing reportedly underway | Photo shows the camera module for the existing iPhone 17 Pro

Apple’s component suppliers are beginning production for iPhone 18 parts, and a new report says this includes elements of a brand new camera feature for the iPhone 18 Pro.

Specifically, China’s Sunny Optical has reportedly begun manufacturing a key component needed to control the iris in the lenses in the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max …

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New report claims App Store search suggestions and ads steered users to ‘nudify’ apps [U]

Apple to finally let iPhone apps and games offer promo codes for in-app purchases

Update, April 16, 1:28 p.m. ET: Apple reached out to 9to5Mac with more information, which you can find below the original post.

The Tech Transparency Project (TTP) has followed up on its January report that revealed dozens of “nudify” apps on the App Store with a new investigation focused on how Apple’s own search and ad systems may be helping users find them. Here are the details.

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Microsoft has a new idea on how to deter students from MacBook Neo

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The effects of MacBook Neo continue to ripple through the PC industry this week.

As spotted by The Verge, Microsoft has introduced a new “Microsoft College Offer” initiative. Through this, college students in the US can score 12 months free of Microsoft 365 Premium and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate with the purchase of an eligible PC, plus a free custom Xbox controller.

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Fold, Ultra, or something else? What should Apple call the foldable display iPhone?

Apple very cautious about iPhone Ultra sales, as Samsung wins major concession | Render shown of the anticipated new folding iPhone

Apple is widely expected to release the first iPhone with a foldable display this year. What’s less certain is exactly when it will launch and what Apple will call it.

iPhone Fold, to me, is the clearest shorthand way to reference the foldable iPhone before it has an official name. It also feels like the least likely name to actually be used.

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Deals: Most affordable M5 Pro MacBook Pro $150 off, Apple Watch from $219, black Apple USB cables from $7, more

Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by the most affordable 2026 M5 Pro MacBook Pro at $150 off and ongoing $150 price drops on all 2026 M5 MacBook Air configs. We also have current-gen Apple Watch models from $219, rare deals on official black Apple USB-C cables from just over $7, the first deal on Apple’s 2026 Spring Clementine Sport Band, and a chance to land a FREE Nomad Find My wallet Tracking Card. Head below for a closer look at the details.

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9to5Mac Daily: April 15, 2026 – Amazon and Apple satellite deal, more

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