Ally and USAA have both pushed updates for their Windows Phone apps, unlike the others who have ended support recently. Both updates bring along fixes for various bugs, which is always welcomed. Users had reported having issues with logging into the USAA app, which has hopefully been addressed in the latest update.

Android users can now enjoy unlimited ad-free access to Amazon Prime Music Stations.

Amazon has made Prime Stations, part of the Prime Music platform, available for Android users. Members of Amazon Prime will now be able to get unlimited access to Prime Stations, which offers an ad-free internet radio.

Apple’s new 12-inch MacBook goes on sale tomorrow, but the first reviews are already in. What do the experts say?

If you’re thinking about getting Apple’s new MacBook, you’re probably wondering what it’s like to use and how well it works. Read on to find out what the first reviewers think, and check back with iMore after we get our hands on one.

These first reviews are an interesting study in contradictions. Many of the reviewers repeat the same basic idea: That the new MacBook is unquestionably the future direction not just of Apple’s laptop products, but of the PC laptop industry in general, since so many PC manufacturers ape the same design features that Apple puts in its systems.

But having said that, the current MacBook design clearly has some limitations that at least some of the reviewers are not pleased with.

Christina Warren, writing for Mashable:

The most important thing about the new MacBook, to me, isn’t necessarily what it is now, but what it represents. In five years, the sea of MacBook Airs and MacBook Air-style machines we see now at Starbucks will be replaced by machines that look more like the new MacBook.

Katherine Boehret, writing for Recode:

If money is no issue for you, you want a significantly smaller laptop, and you don’t mind being limited by a lack of ports, then maybe upgrading to the new MacBook makes sense for you. But if you rely on USB ports and SD card slots, this MacBook’s single port for charging, storage transfers and other functionality will really bug you.

Ben Bajarin, writing for his Techpinions blog:

This is the type of laptop I have been wanting for decades. Thin, light, under two pounds, it has had the same effect the original iPad had on me in that the iPad became a device I always have with me. My iPad is still going to be a faithful companion but I will now take the new MacBook with me as well and have the best of both worlds during my business day. This is by far the best ultra-thin laptop on the market and will become the gold standard for this type of portable computer.

Joanna Stern, writing for the Wall Street Journal:

I expect the new MacBook to follow the same path as the Air. Over the next few years, it will improve, and become an affordable, indispensable tool for life in the future. But here, now, in the present day, there are more practical slim, everyday laptop choices. The MacBook Air is the best option all around, the MacBook Pro Retina 13 is a great step up, and PC users can do no better than Dell’s latest XPS 13.

Mark Spoonauer, writing for Tom’s Guide/Laptop:

My initial reaction to the MacBook was that it was too ahead of its time, but there are lots of things I love about it right now. The new butterfly keyboard and touchpad design make this 2-pound wonder surprisingly comfortable to use for long stretches, and the ultrabright and colorful Retina display make the experience all the more pleasant. Apple’s engineers also deserve a shout-out for the loud and clear speakers that put laptops twice as big to shame.

Joshua Topolosky and Stephen Pulvirent tag-team for Bloomberg:

With the new keyboard and trackpad innovations, lust-inducing industrial design, and impressive downsizing of internal components, the MacBook feels like a an important next step in the evolution of portable computers. But this machine isn’t for everyone, particularly those who expect extremes from their devices. Still, if you prioritize style, need something ultraportable, and don’t mind trading power for a crisp and clear Retina display, then the perfect computer may have arrived.

Harry McCracken, writing for Fast Company:

That’s the thing about the new MacBook: It doesn’t cater to exactly the same audience as any existing Mac. It’s a really good laptop—assuming you can figure out how to make USB-C make sense for you—and yet its size, weight, and overall minimalism give it an iPad-like persona. The thinking behind it is a different, more subtle way of mixing PC and tablet than all those other devices that try to be both at once. But like the original 2008 MacBook Air before it, this specialty Mac could also be a blueprint for the next generation of mainstream notebooks.

David Pierce, writing for Wired:

I don’t know just who Apple’s newest laptop is for. Rich people who fly coach? People with one laptop who want a second, gold one? Maybe. But I do know two things about the new MacBook: This is what the future of laptops looks like, and I want one very badly.

Jim Dalrymple, writing for The Loop:

The MacBook runs completely silent and fits perfectly into my workflow. I haven’t touched either of my other two computers since I started using this one, and I’m very happy. This is my workflow now. The good news is that if you need more ports or more power, Apple has two other MacBook product lines that may suit your needs. For me, I’m sticking with MacBook.

Darrell Etherington, writing for TechCrunch:

I came to the MacBook with certain expectations; specifically, that it would not be able to meet my more “pro” level needs, in terms of Photoshop, Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro. Luckily, the MacBook defied those expectations and performed well with each of the above applications. Which isn’t to say performance is on par with, say, the brand new 13-inch MacBook Pro – it isn’t. But pre-launch concerns of this machine being seriously hampered by its low-power Intel M processor were, in my experience, very premature. The new MacBook handled the tasks I threw at it so well that I am no seriously considering whether or not I can adopt one full-time, as a replacement to my original 2012 15-inch Retina MacBook Pro road warrior.

Dan Ackerman, writing for CNet:

My primary caveat is this — if history is any guide, you can count on a near-future generation of this laptop boosting its utility by doubling the number of USB-C ports to at least two. So like many new technology products, it may be worth waiting for the next version, even if having a 12-inch, two-pound gold MacBook right now will make you the coolest kid at the coffee shop.

Jason Snell, writing for Macworld:

As a longtime user of the MacBook Air line, I look at the MacBook with a mix of excitement and trepidation. This is the future of Apple’s thin and light laptop line, as well as a warning that we’re about to enter a transition period for devices as Apple begins to embrace USB-C. And ultimately that’s the trade-off here: To get the cutting edge technology, you’ve got to deal with the incompatibilities and limitations that go with it.

Dieter Bohn, writing for The Verge:

Basically, if you do anything that’s going to really tax the processor, this laptop probably isn’t going to cut it for you. In that sense it’s actually kind of like a Chromebook. It’s fast enough for 70 percent of what I do, but a little slower than what I’m used to. For about 20 percent of what I do — mostly photo editing — it works but requires patience. But it’s the last 10 percent that’s hard: video editing, really big iPhoto libraries, basically anything processor-intensive can get rough.

David Pogue, writing for Yahoo Tech:

The new MacBook is really small and thin and great-looking. I mean, you could practically fold it into a paper airplane. And when the FedEx man arrives, he can slip it under your front door. But unless you’re a well-heeled executive who doesn’t do much besides write, email, and surf the Web, the price you pay — in speed, utility, and, yes, price — is just too high.

Andrew Cunningham, writing for Ars Technica:

The 2015 MacBook is a much better first take on a new kind of laptop than the first MacBook Air was. The first Air was expensive and slow and not really plausible as a replacement for either the MacBook or the MacBook Pro, but pretty much any current MacBook Air user could buy this thing and be happy with the price and performance. The size, weight, and screen are all stunning and the space gray (or gold, if that’s your thing) finish makes this the best-looking Mac in the lineup.

Anick Jesdanun for ABC News:

The new keyboard takes getting used to, even after a week of testing. I feel as though I need to press more firmly. But taller, old-style keys on some keyboards have started to feel flimsy by comparison, as though about to come off their springs. The new keyboard does get more comfortable over time— just don’t expect to write a novel on Day One.

Did any of these reviews change your opinion of the new MacBook, either positively or negatively? Are you planning to order one? Sound off in the comments.

If you’re looking to get an Apple Watch but you’re not sure which one to get, here’s everything you need to know!

The Apple Watch is a brand-new product, but it has long established roots both in time-keeping and technology. That makes choosing which one you’re going to get — 38mm or 42mm; aluminum Sport, stainless steel, or gold Edition; and which band, buckle, or loop you’re going to get with it — both simple and complicated.

Enter iMore’s 2015 Apple Watch buyers guide: If you need help deciding what to buy, we’ve got your back. And if you’ve already decided, you can always bookmark, email, Facebook, or Tweet this guide so that we can help your friends and family and you can get on with enjoying your new Apple Watch!

Apple Watch buyers guide podcast

If you’d rather listen than read, Serenity Caldwell, Peter Cohen, Georgia Dow, Ally Kazmucha, and Rene Ritchie spent an hour talking through all the decisions involved, and which way they’re all leaning when it comes to buying an Apple Watch.

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Should you get an Apple Watch?

If you have an iPhone 5, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, or iPhone 6 Plus, you can use the Apple Watch. But should you get one? As we come closer to the Apple Watch’s sale date, that’s the big-ticket question. Most people need a phone. Many people need a computer. Like an iPad, however, the Watch feels like an extra accessory, and that can make it harder to figure out if you need it or not. So, let’s break down the decision process and make it a little bit easier.

• Read our guide on deciding if you should get an Apple Watch

Should you buy an Apple Watch now or wait for the next generation?

Once you decide you want an Apple Watch you need to decide if you want it now. Buying a first generation product, be it the Apple Watch today, an original iPhone or iPad back when they launched, or a newly redesigned Mac any time, is something that used to be considered the domain of tech aficionados and early adopters. For most people, conventional wisdom was to hold off, to avoid brand new products and let the early adopters serve as the early testers. Yet as technology becomes more mainstream, products are becoming more mature, even in their original iterations. So, if you’re interested in an Apple Watch, is it okay to jump into the first generation, or should you wait for the next?

• Read our guide on deciding if you should buy an Apple Watch now or wait for the next generation

Should you get the 38mm or 42mm Apple Watch?

Apple has provided two sizing options for the Apple Watch — 38mm and 42mm. That’s consistent across across collections, from aluminum Apple Watch Sport to stainless steel Apple Watch to gold Apple Watch Edition. Some might consider the choice obvious, based solely on wrist size, gender, or some other factor. If you’re not finding it quite so obvious, here are some things to consider when picking the perfect Apple Watch size for you!

• Read our guide to choosing between 38mm and 42mm Apple Watch sizes

Should you get an Apple Watch, Apple Watch Sport, or Apple Watch Edition?

Apple has divided the Apple Watch into three collections — aluminum, stainless steel, and gold. Those three collections come at three very different price points: That alone might make it seem easy to choose between the less expensive Apple Watch Sport, the premium Apple Watch, and the high-end Apple Watch Edition, but there are also a few other factors to consider. Here’s everything you need to know to pick the perfect Apple Watch collection for you.

• Read our guide on choosing between Apple Watch Sport, Apple Watch, or Apple Watch Edition

Which Apple Watch Sport band color should you get?

White, blue, green, pink, or black — the Apple Watch Sport collection offers five pairs of vibrant fluoroelastomer sport bands for you to choose from. Molded out of high-performance, fluorocarbon-based synthetic rubber, the Apple Watch Sport bands are meant for exactly what the name implies — active lifestyles. That means they’re tough enough to survive runs in the sun, workouts in the gym, and hikes in the woods. Form-fitting and skin-friendly with a pin-and-tuck-closure, the Apple Watch Sport band is what ships with every case in the Apple Watch Sport collection. There are several bright, fun colors to choose from, however, and that can make the choice more difficult. If you’re having trouble deciding, here’s some help!

• Read our guide on choosing between white, blue, green, pink, and black Apple Watch Sport bands

Which Apple Watch band you should you get?

Bands, loops, classic and modern buckles, or link bracelets — the Apple Watch collection offers a wide range of straps for you to choose from. That gives you a lot of options, but it also means you might have a harder time making that decision. There are bands for active lifestyles, for casual comfort, and for elegant occasions. There are bands with pins, with magnetic fasteners, and with traditional buckles. There are bands with earth tones and made of metal. There are… a lot of bands! If you’re having trouble deciding, here’s some help!

• Read our guide on choosing between bands, loops, buckles, and link bracelets

Which Apple Watch Edition should you get?

Golds in rose and yellow, bands white and black, buckles pink and red and blue — even the Apple Watch Edition offers a few choices for potential buyers. You may not have access to the range of band styles enjoyed by the Apple Watch or colors available in the Apple Sport collection, but the Apple Watch Edition does have unique bands carefully paired in distinct — and distinctly elegant — combinations. There are bands with pins for those who are active and athletic, and there are buckles both modern and classic for those who want take their Watch out on the town. Colors range, including traditional black, deep blue, soft pink, and bright red, allowing for both understatement and making a statement. If you’re having trouble deciding, here’s some help!

• Read our guide on choosing between sport bands, modern buckles, classic buckles, and rose and yellow gold Apple Watch Editions

Should you get AppleCare+ for your Apple Watch?

Every Apple Watch comes with standard AppleCare but also provides the option to upgrade to AppleCare+. The free level of AppleCare includes a one-year limited warranty on hardware repairs, and 90 days of free technical support. AppleCare+ extends that hardware warranty and technical support to two years and adds coverage for up to two incidents of accidental damage — though there’s an additional service fee for those. So, is it worth it?

• Read our guide on choosing between AppleCare and AppleCare+

Need more help?

If you still have questions about your Apple Watch purchase, check out our comprehensive Apple Watch FAQ or dive into our Apple Watch Forums and ask away!

Apple has released a new version of iTunes for Mac with improved compatibility with the new Photos app.

iTunes 12.1.2 adds better support for syncing photos from Photos for Mac, released as part of OS X 10.10.3. You can see the complete set of changes below:

This update improves support for syncing photos to your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch from the new Photos app for OS X. In addition, this update also adds several refinements to the Get Info window and improves overall stability.

Photos for Mac was recently released as part of OS X 10.10.3. You can grab iTunes 12.1.2 from the Updates section of the Mac App Store.

You have a lock screen password on your Windows Phone, right? It’s the smart thing to do in case you misplace your phone. Another layer of security is the Wallet PIN. This one is a little different. It’s not required, but it’s a good way to prevent accidental or unauthorized purchases by children or anyone else who has access to your phone. We’ll show you how to set it up in our how-to video.

Bing Image Search has been updated with a number of tools that make it easier and faster than ever to find exactly what you’re looking for.

The updates to Bing‘s image searching tools include related searches, bigger images, and even store results that sell the thing that’s in the image, all just a swipe or scroll away.

Microsoft’s web-based Office Online suite has added integration with Dropbox, letting you open and save documents by way of the cloud storage service. This is an expansion of existing integrations with third-party services such as Box and Citrix that began earlier this year.

In Windows 10, Microsoft will not only be unifying the application platform which developers use to create apps, but also the store in which they are all available in. Beginning today, Microsoft will be giving Windows Insiders on the latest Technical Preview of Windows 10 some new additions to the Store Beta. Movies & TV will be the first addition to the store experience.

Previously, the Movies & TV section showed up in early March, but there has been no content available. Microsoft is now turning this feature on, and the roll-out is expected to take place over the next 24 hours.