Top Stories: iPhone SE 3 in Early 2022, macOS Monterey Tips, AirPower Revival, and More

The rush of Black Friday deals has passed, and while there's likely still some holiday shopping to be done, attention is turning back to rumors with a look ahead to what we can expect in 2022.

We took a look at what we might see for a redesign of the MacBook Air next year, as well as rumors of the next iPhone SE coming early next year. Read on for more information.

The new iPhone is on track for release early next year.

We are starting to hear rumors that Apple will launch a third-generation iPhone in the first quarter of the year, which would make it the first generation of the device.

According to Taiwanese research firm TrendForce, a key new feature of the upcoming Apple device will be support for 5G networks, as well as being equipped with an A15 chip.

The current iPhone SE has a similar design to the iPhone 8, with a large display, Touch ID home button, and thick bezels. The most affordable model in Apple's lineup is expected to be the new iPhone SE.

Apple is still working on AirPower-like charging.

It has been nearly three years since Apple announced that it was canceling its AirPower wireless charging mat due to quality issues, but there are still rumors that Apple is working on a similar accessory.

Mark Gurman, a reporter for the news agency, believes that Apple is still working on a wireless charging accessory that could charge multiple devices at once.

You might have missed some of the tips and tricks in macOS Monterey.

In October, Apple released macOS Monterey, which has several new features, including Live Text, SharePlay, and Universal Control.

We shared a list of 40 tips, tricks, and features that are worth checking out in Monterey macOS, including some lesser-known settings that are available in apps and across the operating system.

There are five features to look forward to in the MacBook Air.

While the latest MacBook Air is already a fan favorite thanks to the impressive performance of the M1 chip, rumors suggest that a new version of the notebook is already in development with an even faster Apple chip and a significant redesign.

We put together a list of five features to look forward to in the MacBook Air based on what we've heard so far.

There is a way to see 'Spotify Wrapped' for Apple Music.

Each year, at the end of the year, the service provides a "Spotify Wrapped" recap of each user's listening habits and favorite songs. Apple Music users may be wondering how to get their own "Wrapped" rundown, as they love the year-end feature that is available on Spotify.

"Apple Music Replay" is the closest equivalent to "Spotify Wrapped" for Apple Music subscribers, and we've shared step-by-step instructions on how to access it.

Apple has a new program for business partners.

The new MacBook Upgrade Program allows small business partners in the US to finance the purchase of MacBook Air and MacBook Pro with monthly payments starting at $30 per month.

This program is not available to consumers at the moment. For small businesses, it's important to read our coverage of the program for more information.

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