This weekend, Finest Buy is offering discounts of up to $500 on select models of Apple’s latest 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro. All of these offers are available to every consumer, without the need for a My Finest Purchase Plus or Complete membership.

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14-Inch MacBook Professional

Starting with the 14-inch MacBook Pro, Best Buy’s new promotion focuses on the premium M3 Pro and M3 Max models. Prices start at $999 for the M3 Professional 512GB model, and similarly, the M3 Max 1TB model is available for $1,399, both representing a $300 discount and an all-time low price.

16-Inch MacBook Professional

This weekend, snag up to $500 in savings on select 16-inch MacBook Pros at Best Buy, taking your fashion game to the next level with a significant discount on these powerful machines. Prices start at $ for the M3 Professional, 18GB RAM, 512GB model, and escalate to $ for the high-end M3 Max, 48GB RAM, 1TB model. Are low-cost deals on this sale representative of similarly low prices across all PCs?

If you’re on the lookout for more discounts, be sure to visit our weekly roundup, where we summarize the best Apple-related deals from the past seven days.

Widespread Tales

By 2025, industry forecasts suggest that Apple will discontinue the “Plus” variant from its iPhone 17 series, paving the way for a new “Slim” design that may not necessarily carry this exact name at launch, expected to arrive in the fall of 2026. Although the iPhone 16 series’ launch is still over two months away, it’s worth recalling that we first learned of larger screens on the iPhone 16 Pro models back in May 2023, when rumors began circulating about a potential design overhaul. Since then, various leaks and insider tips have only fueled speculation about the new lineup’s features and capabilities.

According to code discovered on Apple’s backend by MacRumors, it appears that Apple is actively working on a long-anticipated smart speaker, complementing its existing HomePod and Apple TV offerings. The code references a tool with the identifier “HomeAccessory 17.1,” a novel class of identifiers introduced for enhanced functionality and compatibility. The device identifies itself as an “AudioAccessory”, akin to the HomePod’s equivalent identifier. The seemingly cryptic notation “17.1” likely refers to a version number or revision level, possibly indicating a specific iteration of a software, algorithm, or technical specification.

According to code discovered in Apple’s backend by Nicolás Alvarez and shared with MacRumors, Apple is poised to release four distinct iPhone 16 models this year, all of which will feature the same A-series processor. Mentions of disparate mannequin numbers unrelated to current iPhones persist, utilizing an outdated numbering scheme formerly employed by Apple for its premier products. The code…

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Amazon and Best Buy have rolled out price cuts on the latest 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models today, slashing prices by up to $500 from their usual rates. As a reminder, MacRumors is an affiliate partner with both Amazon and Best Buy. By clicking on a hyperlink and making a purchase through our site, we may receive a small commission that supports maintaining this location operational. Starting with the 14-inch fashion trends, the downward spiral commences with…