This week’s top stories: MacBook Pro analysis, red iPhone 7 reports, Super Mario Run teasers, iOS 10.2 betas & more

In this week’s top stories: Our continued MacBook Pro analysis after a few weeks of usage, we kick off a round of gift guides for the holidays, Super Mario Run teasers, red iPhone rumors, and hands-on with the the ultimate MacBook Pro dongle in this week’s top video.

We kick things off with our continued coverage of Apple’s new MacBook Pros a few weeks in. Ben offers up his latest MacBook Pro Diary entry, and Zac gives his review after a full three weeks working from the 15-inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar.

Rumors of a new red color option for the next iPhone arrive. Apple releases iOS 10.2 beta 7 for developers and public beta testers. Some Super Mario run teasers (and letdowns) ahead of the highly-anticipated game’s release next week. And Apple shares some of the first photos showing the massive interior of its under construction Campus 2 location.

These and the rest of this week’s top stories below:

Mac |

• MacBook Pro Diary: I’m one week in, and it turns out my first impressions were wrong
• Review: Three weeks working from the 15-inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar
• 2016 MacBook Pro battery complaints grow for both 13- and 15-inch models
• As Microsoft & Qualcomm work on ARM-based PCs, the stage is set for Apple AX-powered Macs
• Apple believes 2016 MacBook Pro graphics issues are addressed in macOS 10.12.2 update

iPhone | iPad |

• Apple releases iOS 10.2 beta 7 for developer + public beta iPhones and iPads
• Sony’s affordable aftermarket CarPlay display is now available to purchase
• Mophie launches juice pack air battery cases for iPhone 7 & iPhone 7 Plus
• Apple reportedly introducing a red chassis color option with new ‘iPhone 7s’ in 2017
• Apple now at over 200 CarPlay vehicles, confirms 50 new models w/ support
• Review: A Made-for-iPhone 7 battery case w/ headphone jack, Lightning port, Qi-wireless charging

Apps |

• Super Mario Run requires persistent internet connection due to piracy concerns
• Try Super Mario Run in Apple Stores today ahead of launch next week
• Apple details Single Sign-On app + provider support as feature goes live on iOS & tvOS
• Why Netflix downloads offline video to your iOS device in 1-3 minute chunks
• Apple releases annual ‘Best of’ lists highlighting top apps, movies, music, TV, and more of 2016

AAPL |

• Apple shows enormity of rapidly progressing Campus 2 w/ interior shots ahead of move-in
• Palo Alto Apple Store hit and run leaves glass front damaged [Photos]
• WSJ: AirPods delay may be due to handling dual Bluetooth connectivity, performance

Gift Guides |

• Apple Watch Gift Guide: best docks, bands, and active lifestyle accessories
• Ben’s top picks for the gadget lovers in your life, from $6 to $1000
• Benjamin’s top ten picks for best iPhone, iPad & Mac tech gifts any Apple user will love
• Premium Wireless Audio Gift Guide: a sound choice for the music lovers in your life