{
  "id": 3575050,
  "title": "Apple Polishing Cloth Is Now Just $9",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/apple-polishing-cloth-is-now-just-9",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-26T19:18:40.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daring Fireball",
    "slug": "daring-fireball",
    "url": "https://9to5mac.com/2026/08/25/apple-releases-new-polishing-cloth-for-9/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Apple has released an updated version of its Polishing Cloth, priced at $9, down from its previous $19 price tag. Despite the cost reduction, details about the changes in the new Polishing Cloth remain undisclosed. Apple's description for the updated version remains unchanged: the cloth is soft, nonabrasive, and effectively cleans Apple displays, including those with nano-texture. The Polishing Cloth was first introduced in October 2021 and sold out quickly. While it has become a popular item, it is genuinely an effective tool for maintaining Apple gear. The updated Polishing Cloth can be purchased from Apple's website for the reduced price of $9, though securing one quickly is advised due to potential sellout. The original Polishing Cloth, still available on Amazon for $19, offers a piece of Apple history for those who wish to own it. Follow Chance across various platforms including Threads, Bluesky, Instagram, and Mastodon for more Apple-related news, and catch up on additional Apple news on 9to5Mac's YouTube channel.",
  "summary": "Chance Miller: Not to be overshadowed by the new Mac mini and Mac Studio , Apple today has also released an updated version of its Polishing Cloth. In an age of everything getting more expensive, the new Polishing Cloth is cheaper than before at $9 (down from $19). [...] Apple released the Polishing Cloth in October 2021 and sold out almost instantly. While it has become a meme, it is genuinely a…",
  "key_points": [
    "Apple reduces Polishing Cloth price to $9 from $19",
    "Cloth remains soft, nonabrasive, cleans Apple displays",
    "Available on Apple website, limited stock"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}