WhatsApp Hits Watch; Rumors Target $599 Mac
Summary
Apple advanced its ecosystem connectivity and hardware strategy in mid-November 2025. A major wearable enhancement was the official rollout of WhatsApp support on the Apple Watch, enabling users to read full messages and send voice notes independently of the iPhone 1. Supporting the wearable segment’s sales velocity, the Apple Watch SE 3 hit its best recorded price across configurations during a November 8 sale event 2. Building on its premium accessory strength, Apple earbuds were evaluated against Bose, Samsung, and Sony, where the premium tier offered industry-leading noise cancellation 5. In contrast to this high-end focus, Apple is rumored to be designing a low-cost MacBook, potentially utilizing an A19/A18 processor and priced at \(599 [4](#article-4), a move reminiscent of when Apple previously displaced the netbook category [4](#article-4). Meanwhile, the broader market saw Fairphone launch in the US alongside 61% Q3 revenue growth [1](#article-1), while Motorola introduced \)170 budget 5G phones 1. Even as advanced connectivity emerges alongside new hardware like the Matic robot vacuum 3, Apple is aggressively positioning across both integrated premium features and budget hardware disruption.
Key Moments
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WhatsApp is finally on the Apple Watch, allowing users to read full messages and send voice notes without iPhone dependency.
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The Apple Watch SE 3 hit its best price to date across configurations during a November 8, 2025, sales roundup.
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Apple is rumored to be developing a low-cost MacBook, potentially priced as low as $599, utilizing an iPhone processor like the A19 or A18.
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Apple earbuds were evaluated alongside Bose, Samsung, and Sony, noting the premium tier now offers phenomenal noise cancellation.
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Fairphone launched in the US, reporting 61% Q3 revenue growth.
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The Matic robot vacuum was reviewed as smarter, quieter, and capable of fixing issues other vacuums miss.
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Different Perspectives
Opposing View
Watch gains WhatsApp; rumors suggest $599 Mac due to 61% Fairphone growth.