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  • newGoogle Unveils $29 Pixel Tag to Take On Apple's AirTag
    Google today introduced the Pixel Tag, its answer to Apple's AirTag. Pixel Tag is Google's first item tracker, even though Google implemented an item tracking network two years ago that's been used by third-party devices.The Pixel Tag is made from stainless steel, and it is IP67 water- and dust-resistant. There's a built-in speaker that can play a sound when an item it's attached to is lost, and a button that causes a sound to play on a connected smartphone. An on-device button is one feat…
    - 28 mins ago 13 Aug 26, 12:22am -
  • newApple Wallet Could Soon Save Trade-In Quotes for 90 Days
    Apple appears to be developing a retail trade-in system that would let customers save a trade-in offer to the Wallet app for up to 90 days, based on code seen by MacRumors.References to the system were found in an update to Apple's Guide app. Guide is used by Apple employees, Apple Authorized Resellers, and other sales organizations during conversations and product demonstrations with customers.One string in the app says: "You can add this trade-in offer to your Apple Wallet. It will b…
    - 1 hour ago 12 Aug 26, 11:37pm -
  • newApple Hires Airline Exec as Vice President of Government Affairs
    Apple hired former American Airlines executive vice president Nick Gatten as its new vice president of government affairs, reports Bloomberg.Gatten will take on some of the duties of senior vice president of government affairs Katherine Adams, who is retiring at the end of 2026. Gatten will report to Apple senior vice president and general counsel Jennifer Newstead, with Adams to remain available in an advisory role until October 1.Bloomberg says Gatten is a Republican that Apple felt…
    - 1 hour ago 12 Aug 26, 11:21pm -
  • newiPhone 18 Pro: Apple Secures Lower Display Prices Amid RAM Shortage
    Apple has secured lower prices for OLED displays for the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro models, according to industry sources cited by South Korea's DealSite.For example, the report said Apple will pay LG and Samsung around $68 per OLED display destined for the iPhone 18 Pro Max, down significantly from the $110 to $120 that it paid those suppliers for each iPhone 17 Pro Max display.Apple is said to have made an aggressive push for lower display prices due to the ongoing memory chip shortage,…
    - 2 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 10:51pm -
  • newApple Patenting Way to Improve Notification Summaries and 'Reduce Interruptions' Focus
    A newly published Apple patent application describes a system for deciding, in real time, whether to interrupt what someone is doing on a device or leave them alone.The application was filed with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on February 5, 2026 and published on August 6, 2026, as spotted by patent tracking site Patentlyze. The patent describes how a device can observe what someone is doing, check that behavior against rules for when an interruption is warranted, and only th…
    - 3 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 9:59pm -
  • newiPhone Ultra's Two Selfie Cameras Could Sit in the Same Corner
    With Apple's upcoming iPhone Ultra there's been a lingering question over the exact placement of the selfie cameras in the device's folded and unfolded states – but today we may have stumbled upon the answer. Dummy units have suggested a top-centered cut-out for the selfie camera on the outer display of Apple's foldable, while locating the selfie camera for the inner display in the outermost top-left corner. That presents an asymmetry untypical of Apple's designs.However, screen prot…
    - 3 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 9:42pm -
  • newBest Back to School Accessory Deals on Anker, Sony, Samsung and More This Week
    There's a big accessory sale happening on Amazon this week, with the year's best prices on Anker chargers, Samsung monitors, Sonos audio products, and much more.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Highlights this time around include a new batch of audio devices on sale, including the Sonos Ace Headphones for $299.00, down from $399.00, and Sony's…
    - 5 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 7:31pm -
  • newApple Skipping iPhone 18 Launch This Year
    Apple supplier Pegatron today indirectly confirmed that the standard iPhone 18 model will not be released until next year, according to a new report.Pegatron held an earnings call for the second quarter of 2026 today. On the call, Taiwan's Economic Daily News said Pegatron indicated that one of its customers will be changing its usual smartphone shipment schedule. As widely expected, the report said Apple plans to release the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and a foldable "iPhone Ultra"…
    - 5 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 7:29pm -
  • new'Everyone' at Apple Apparently Calls Foldable 'iPhone Ultra'
    Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has said "everyone" inside Apple refers to the company's upcoming foldable iPhone as the "iPhone Ultra" internally, though he cautioned that doesn't necessarily confirm it as the final name.The comments came in response to Creative Strategies analyst Max Weinbach, who argued the "Ultra" name doesn't fit because Apple's existing Ultra products represent the most capable version of a lineup, and the foldable wouldn't clearly outclass the iPhone Pro the way that position…
    - 6 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 7:17pm -
  • new'iPhone Ultra' Screen Protectors Reveal Asymmetric Corners
    The leaker known as "Ice Universe" today shared images and a hands on video of screen protectors for Apple's rumored "iPhone Ultra," and the leak appears to confirm two of the most discussed details about the foldable's front design.The leaked accessory has square corners on the side that would sit next to the hinge, and rounded corners on the opposite edge. That asymmetry lines up with months of rumors describing a foldable device with a hinge on one side, and the leak marks one of the cl…
    - 7 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 6:14pm -
  • newMicrosoft Edge Browser to Get Apple Account Sign-In Support
    Microsoft is testing support for signing into its Edge browser using your Apple Account, avoiding the need to create a Microsoft account. Two new flags related to the support were spotted by MacMagazine in the latest Edge Canary build, with the feature also rolling out to Edge Beta users.One of the flags enables Apple Account sign-in for Edge profiles, while the other adds an Apple sign-in button to the profile menu (where a Google Account sign-in option already exists). In its release notes…
    - 7 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 5:57pm -
  • newLeaker: All-Glass 2027 iPhone Still on Track Despite Cancellation Rumors
    There's been more pushback against the recent analyst report that claimed Apple's all-glass 20th-anniversary iPhone next year has been canceled. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has already responded by saying the "glass-centric" redesign is still on track for 2027, and now a prominent Chinese leaker says the commemorative device indeed remains in active development.Weibo-based leaker Digital Chat Station identifies the device as having two sizes in equivalent Pro/Pro Max variants, citing the inter…
    - 8 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 5:13pm -
  • newSamsung is Starting to Catch Up to Apple on Hearing Health
    Samsung today said its Galaxy Buds Hearing Aid feature has been cleared by the U.S. FDA, which means hearing aid capabilities will be coming to the Galaxy Buds in the fourth quarter of 2026.Samsung will join Apple in offering over-the-counter hearing aid functionality. Apple added an FDA-cleared hearing health feature to the AirPods back in 2024, allowing them to be used as a clinical-grade hearing aid.Like the AirPods, the Galaxy Buds can replace a hearing aid for mild to moderate hea…
    - 19 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 5:31am -
  • newSonos Preparing AirPods Max Rival With Voice Assistant Support
    Sonos is working on an upgraded version of its Ace headphones that will support AI, reports Bloomberg. The Sonos Ace Ultra showed up in an FCC filing earlier this week, with the product likely set to debut in September.Sonos debuted the original Sonos Ace in 2024. Reviews praised the sound quality and active noise cancellation, but the headphone market is crowded, and Sonos' product launched shortly after its disastrous app redesign. The headphones also didn't fully integrate with the rest…
    - 20 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 4:23am -
  • newSatechi Launches 240W ChargeView Desktop Charger With Six USB-C Ports
    Satechi today launched the ChargeView 240W Desktop Charger, a successor to the 140W ChargeView released last year. The ChargeView 240W can power multiple devices at one time, splitting 240W across six USB-C ports.The ChargeView 240W has an LCD display that shows the live wattage of all ports that are in use. The C1 and C2 ports offer up to 140W each, while ports C3 and C4 can deliver up to 100W each. The final two ports offer up to 30W. These are maximum power levels, and actual wattage wi…
    - 21 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 4:00am -
  • newApple Extends 2026 Back to School Promotion Until September 24
    Apple today extended its 2026 Back to School Promotion until September 24, which means it will last almost a month longer than planned. The extension is applicable in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and multiple countries in Asia.The Back to School promotion offers a free item or gift card when students or educators purchase an eligible Mac or iPad model, plus an educational discount.In the United States, Canada, Mexico, Malaysia, the Philippines, Taiwan, and Thailand, Apple is offe…
    - 21 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 3:45am -
  • newGrok Bot Brings Always-On AI Agents to macOS and iOS
    Elon Musk's SpaceXAI today announced the launch of Grok Bot, a "team of always-on agents" that can complete tasks using tools, websites, and apps. Grok Bot can work in the cloud, so jobs keep running when your laptop is closed. The feature is tied to Cursor, the AI coding company that SpaceX is acquiring for $60 billion.Grok subscribers can send a message to a bot from their phone or desktop app using natural language. SpaceXAI says that while other tools may require building workflows and…
    - 23 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 2:04am -
  • newApple Pay Chief Jennifer Bailey Retiring in October
    Apple Pay executive Jennifer Bailey is retiring and leaving Apple in October, reports Bloomberg. Bailey has been with Apple since 2003 and has long overseen ‌Apple Pay‌ and Apple Wallet.In an employee memo announcing her departure, Apple's services chief Eddy Cue said Bailey will be available in an advisory role.After more than 25 years at Apple, Jennifer Bailey has decided to retire in October. During her tenure, Jennifer has made extraordinary contributions from leading the Apple S…
    - 24 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 1:04am -
  • Apple Can't Delay App Store Fee Fight While Waiting on Supreme Court
    Apple has again failed to earn a stay for fee calculations in its ongoing legal fight with Epic Games. Apple's case will be heard by the Supreme Court in the term that begins in October, and Apple asked the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California to pause proceedings until then, but the court said no [PDF].Apple now has 24 hours to give the court an outline of the fees it wants to charge developers for using alternative payment options and linking out to purchase option…
    - 1 day ago 12 Aug 26, 12:44am -
  • Apple Releases New iOS 27 AirPods Firmware for Public Beta Testers
    Apple today released new AirPods beta firmware available for public testers. The firmware has a build number of 9A5336b, and it is available for the AirPods Pro 2, AirPods Pro 3, AirPods 4, and AirPods Max 2. It is the same as the AirPods beta released for developers last week.In iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS Golden Gate, Apple is adding a new AirPods interface, a slider for Adaptive mode, and support for custom EQ, so the firmware lets public beta testers use those features. AirPods are al…
    - 1 day ago 12 Aug 26, 12:25am -

The Unofficial Apple Blog

  • newiPhone 18 Pro Max Battery Leak Hints at Major Upgrade
    A newly leaked image has sparked fresh excitement about Apple’s upcoming iPhone 18 Pro Max. The photograph, shared online ahead of the expected launch, appears to show the phone’s battery cell from multiple angles. More importantly, the battery reportedly carries a rated capacity of 5,391mAh, matching details from an earlier leak.Although Apple has not confirmed […]The post iPhone 18 Pro Max Battery Leak Hints at Major Upgrade appeared first on TUAW.
    - 7 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 6:18pm -
  • Apple Vision Pro Brings Immersive MLB Games to Fans
    Apple is expanding its immersive entertainment lineup by bringing live Major League Baseball games to Apple Vision Pro users. The company has partnered with Major League Baseball (MLB) to stream selected Friday Night Baseball matchups in Apple Immersive Video. As a result, fans in the United States and several international markets will soon enjoy a […]The post Apple Vision Pro Brings Immersive MLB Games to Fans appeared first on TUAW.
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 9:09am -
  • Apple Tests Chinese Memory Chips for Future Macs
    Apple is reportedly evaluating memory chips from Chinese manufacturer CXMT for future Mac computers. Earlier reports focused on iPhones, but a new update says the company has expanded testing across its Mac lineup as well. Since Apple Silicon powers multiple products, testing the same memory across devices follows a logical development strategy. The move comes […]The post Apple Tests Chinese Memory Chips for Future Macs appeared first on TUAW.
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 8:27am -
  • OLED iMac May Arrive in 2029 With Brighter Display
    Apple could finally bring OLED display technology to the iMac, but buyers may need to wait several more years. A new industry report suggests the first OLED-equipped 24-inch iMac may not launch until 2029. The report says LG Display is developing advanced 5-stack OLED panels for future products. These displays promise higher brightness, better image […]The post OLED iMac May Arrive in 2029 With Brighter Display appeared first on TUAW.
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 5:31am -
  • Apple Eyes Third-Gen iPhone Fold Before First Model Launch
    Apple has not yet released its first foldable iPhone. However, reports suggest the company is already planning a third-generation model. According to industry sources, Apple expects to introduce the first iPhone Fold during its September product launch. At the same time, it is preparing future versions that could arrive over the next several years. This […]The post Apple Eyes Third-Gen iPhone Fold Before First Model Launch appeared first on TUAW.
    - 3 days ago 10 Aug 26, 8:06am -
  • Ceramic Apple Watch Could Make a Premium Comeback
    Apple could soon reintroduce one of the Apple Watch’s most distinctive materials. According to a recent report, the company is considering bringing back ceramic case models after removing them from the lineup in 2020. While the overall Apple Watch design is expected to stay the same, the return of ceramic could give buyers another premium […]The post Ceramic Apple Watch Could Make a Premium Comeback appeared first on TUAW.
    - 3 days ago 10 Aug 26, 6:26am -

9to5 Mac Apple News

  • newVince Gilligan reveals Pluribus season 2 just hit major milestone
    Pluribus became an instant hit when it premiered on Apple TV last year. And creator Vince Gilligan just shared an exciting update on the progress of Pluribus season 2, and when it might return.
    - 5 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 7:35pm -
  • newApple Watch sleep score became more useful for me with these settings
    Apple Watch includes a built-in sleep tracking feature. Just wear your Apple Watch to bed, and it works automatically. No need to install apps or enter a special mode.watchOS 26 takes sleep tracking further with Apple’s sleep score feature. Sleep score is a great way to visualize the quality of your sleep from night to night. There’s one setting in particular that has made sleep score especially useful for me.
    - 5 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 7:30pm -
  • newiPhone 18 could get two new Pro-level upgrades, per report
    Apple’s base model iPhone 18 won’t launch until early 2027, but when it arrives, it could pack two new Pro-level upgrades.
    - 5 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 7:21pm -
  • newFoxconn used to make half its revenue from Apple; now it’s below 29%
    As Apple’s lead iPhone assembler, contract manufacturing company Foxconn long made more than half of its revenue from the Cupertino company.As of the last quarter, however, that proportion fell to below 29%, and the company says the shift is going to be permanent – leaving investors concerned …
    - 6 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 6:38pm -
  • newiPhone 20 Pro’s all-glass design spotted in supply chain, says leaker
    This week has seen conflicting reports on whether or not Apple has given up on its plan to launch a radical new iPhone design next year, which I’ll refer to as the iPhone 20 Pro for now.An Apple analyst claimed that the company had found the task too challenging, while Bloomberg quickly said this isn’t true and that the design is on track to launch in 2027. Today sees new support for the latter view …
    - 7 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 5:49pm -
  • newApple authenticating iPhone photos is just the start
    iOS 27 Beta 5 includes references to an upcoming new feature to allow Apple to authenticate iPhone photos.Not many iPhone users will need to use this for reasons we’ll get to in a moment, but the move is just the start …
    - 7 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 5:21pm -
  • newParents urged to revisit screen time limits as kids head back to school
    Parents are being urged to revisit the screen time limits they impose on their kids when they head back to school. It says stressed parents may take a more relaxed attitude to screen time during the summer break, and this can prove seriously detrimental to their children once the new school term begins.Additionally, experts say that the two hours a day limit previously recommended is now outdated, and parents should take a more sophisticated approach based on “the 5 Cs” …
    - 8 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 4:33pm -
  • newWomen in Blue’s second season premieres on Apple TV
    Apple TV subscribers can now stream the first episode of the new season of Women in Blue (Las Azules). Here’s what to expect from the season.
    - 18 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 6:30am -
  • newMicrosoft Edge tests Apple Account sign-in support
    Microsoft’s latest Edge Canary build has added new flags for signing in to the browser with an Apple Account, while Microsoft’s release notes indicate the feature is also rolling out to Edge Beta users. Here are the details.
    - 19 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 5:41am -
  • newApple extends 2026 Back to School deals on Macs and iPads until September 24
    Eligible students, parents of students, and educators in the United States just got a few extra weeks to claim Apple’s 2026 Back to School deals on select Macs and iPads. Here are the details.
    - 22 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 3:05am -
  • newReport: Non-gaming apps drove mobile spending growth in Q2 as games fell 4.5%
    A new report from Sensor Tower shows that non-gaming apps continued to drive global mobile spending growth in Q2 2026 across iOS and Android, while gaming revenue declined 4.5% year over year. Here are the details.
    - 22 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 2:29am -
  • newiPhone 18 Pro: Three new camera upgrades are coming
    iPhone 18 Pro is just a few weeks away, and rumors indicate it could bring an especially noteworthy batch of camera upgrades. Here are the three main camera features currently rumored.
    - 23 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 1:48am -
  • newCourt rejects Apple’s attempt to postpone App Store fee proceedings in Epic Games case [U]
    Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney says Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers has rejected Apple’s request to pause the App Store fee proceedings pending the Supreme Court’s review of the company’s contempt ruling. Here are the details.
    - 23 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 1:29am -
  • new‘Everyone’ at Apple uses iPhone Ultra name, says Mark Gurman
    Apple is rumored to use ‘iPhone Ultra’ branding for its upcoming foldable model, and Mark Gurman says that is indeed the name widely used within the company’s ranks.
    - 24 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 1:10am -
  • Apple in talks to acquire streaming rights for golf’s Open Championship: report
    Apple is among companies in talks to acquire US rights to golf’s Open Championship, according to a new report from the Guardian. Netflix and Amazon are also expected to be interested in the rights.
    - 1 day ago 12 Aug 26, 12:31am -
  • AirPods Pro 3 and more just got new public beta firmware
    Apple released iOS 27 public beta 3 today, and now new beta firmware has also arrived for AirPods Pro 3, AirPods Pro 2, and more.
    - 1 day ago 12 Aug 26, 12:16am -
  • 9to5Mac Daily: August 11, 2026 – iOS 27 beta 5, glass iPhone rumors
    Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.Sponsored by Backblaze: Backup you can rely on. Save 20% with code 9to5daily.
    - 1 day ago 12 Aug 26, 12:05am -
  • Apple Pay and Wallet leader retiring after two decades at Apple
    Apple’s head of Apple Pay and Wallet is retiring in October, according to a new report from Bloomberg. Jennifer Bailey joined Apple in the early 2000s and has served as vice president of Apple Pay since 2014.
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 11:44pm -
  • iOS 27 beta 5 lets you make Liquid Glass more transparent than ever
    iOS 27 beta 5 released yesterday, and alongside redesigned app icons and new Siri AI voice options, the update also lets you make Liquid Glass more transparent than ever.
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 11:37pm -
  • watchOS 27 will upgrade popular Apple Watch face with new options, per leak
    A new leak reveals that one of Apple Watch’s most popular watch faces—Modular—is set to gain a variety of new color customization options in watchOS 27. Here are the details.
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 11:09pm -
  • Apple rolls out macOS 27 Golden Gate public beta 3, here’s how to install it
    Users enrolled in Apple’s public beta program can now install macOS 27 Golden Gate public beta 3. Here’s what’s new in the system.
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 10:55pm -
  • Public beta 3 for iPadOS 27 and more available now, here’s what’s new
    One day after shipping beta 5 for developers, Apple has just released public beta 3 for iPadOS 27 and several other OS 27 updates.
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 10:52pm -
  • iOS 27 public beta 3 is here with Siri AI, iPhone speed upgrades, and more
    The third iOS 27 public beta is now available for iPhone. It gives users an early chance to try Apple’s biggest software update of the year.Siri AI is the headline feature. The release also includes a redesigned Screen Time experience, Liquid Glass refinements, performance upgrades, and dozens of quality-of-life changes.Here’s how to install the beta, what’s new, and which features you should try first.
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 10:52pm -
  • Sonos is planning Ace Ultra headphones with a big AI push, report says
    Two years ago, Sonos made the leap from wireless speakers to over-ear headphones. Now it sounds like Sonos is preparing a more premium, AI-infused encore.
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 10:42pm -
  • Grok Bot is an all-new iPhone and Mac app from SpaceXAI and Cursor
    SpaceXAI and Cursor are in the process of becoming a single company, but first, the two firms are releasing an all-new iPhone and Mac app called Grok Bot.
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 10:40pm -
  • Deals: AirPods Pro 3 25% off, AirPods Max 2 $100 off, MacBook Pro, Anker 25W MagSafe car charger, more
    If you’re still looking to land a set of AirPods Pro 3, Amazon’s particularly notable 25% price drop is still flying, but we are kicking off today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break with another chance to score all AirPods Max 2 back at $100 off and this 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro at $300 off. We also have Anker’s latest Prime Qi2 25W MagSafe Car Charger Mount at 25% off, and the ongoing Best Buy Back to School sale with loads of deals on tech, dorm gear, smart home, and more. Scope it out below. 
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 8:56pm -
  • iPhone Ultra will have two features that ‘Pro’ users should love
    iPhone 18 Pro or iPhone Ultra? That’s the decision upgraders will face next month. Here are two iPhone Ultra features that ‘Pro’ users should really love.
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 8:51pm -
  • Apple TV unveils new crime thriller that kicks off big fall lineup
    Today Apple TV released the trailer for Last Seen, a new thriller series that will kick off the streamer’s fall lineup next month.
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 8:14pm -
  • Apple Arcade adding ‘two beloved puzzlers’ to ad-free platform in September
    After a major Madden NFL 27 release in August, Apple Arcade is adding “two beloved puzzlers” to the ad-free platform in September.
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 7:44pm -
  • Zoom flaw let an attacker take over your device, including iPhone and Mac
    A Zoom vulnerability discovered with the help of an AI tool gave an attacker the ability to remotely execute code on whatever device a meeting participant was using, including both iPhone and Mac …
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 7:21pm -
  • iOS 27 beta 5 adds option to upgrade iCloud+ subscription for more AI
    iOS 27 beta 5 arrived this week, and it includes confirmation of something Apple has hinted before: paying for higher iCloud+ tiers unlocks more access to Apple Intelligence features.
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 7:20pm -
  • Making sense of the conflicting 20th anniversary iPhone reports
    Yesterday saw two conflicting reports about next year’s 20th anniversary iPhone, said to embody Apple’s long-term vision of “a single slab of glass.”There have already been contradictory reports about exactly what we should expect, but yesterday’s disagreement was the biggest yet …
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 6:48pm -
  • iOS 27 code reveals six unreleased iPhone models coming soon
    Apple released iOS 27 beta 5 yesterday, with changes including new app icons and Spotlight design tweaks. As it turns out, the update also includes references to all the new iPhone models expected to be released over the next six to eight months.
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 6:35pm -
  • Apple faces class action lawsuit for ‘fraud’ over iCloud Private Relay flaw
    Security researchers last week revealed a flaw in Apple’s iCloud Private Relay feature. While this is supposed to protect your IP address from the websites you visit, a vulnerability means that it often fails to do so.Any time there’s a problem with an Apple product or service, a class action lawsuit is sure to follow, and this is no exception …
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 5:16pm -
  • China now even less likely to solve Apple’s memory crunch
    One of Apple’s proposed solutions – or at least mitigations – for the memory shortage was to buy RAM from two Chinese companies, CXMT and YMTC.While it was not technically banned from doing so, this would have put it into conflict with the US government, and the idea is now looking even less likely thanks to two developments …
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 4:31pm -
  • Apple @ Work Podcast: 300 devices later – thoughts on ChromeOS vs macOS
    Apple @ Work is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Mosyle is the only solution that integrates in a single professional-grade platform all the solutions necessary to seamlessly and automatically deploy, manage & protect Apple devices at work. Over 45,000 organizations trust Mosyle to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work w…
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 3:32pm -
  • Apple’s 20th-anniversary iPhone redesign reportedly remains on track
    Following reports that Apple had scrapped its long-rumored all-glass iPhone planned for the device’s 20th anniversary, Bloomberg says the redesign remains on track for next year’s Pro models. Here are the details.
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 7:44am -
  • Jefferies downgrades Apple stock, cites all-glass iPhone cancellation rumor
    Jefferies today became the latest firm to cut Apple’s stock price target in recent days, citing supply chain checks that suggest Apple has scrapped plans for a rumored all-glass iPhone expected to mark the device’s 20th anniversary next year. Here are the details.
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 6:57am -
  • 9to5Mac Daily: August 10, 2026 – Apple Watch rumors, more
    Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.Sponsored by Backblaze: Backup you can rely on. Save 20% with code 9to5daily.
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 5:23am -
  • Apple settles lawsuit over alleged discrimination against Jewish employee
    Apple has agreed to pay $150,000 to settle a religious discrimination lawsuit brought by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) last year. Here are the details.
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 4:30am -
  • ChatGPT users can now book tables and join restaurant waitlists through Yelp
    ChatGPT users can now book restaurant reservations and join waitlists through Yelp without leaving their chats. Here are the details.
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 3:44am -
  • WhatsApp’s latest beta for iOS adds references to an in-chat search tool
    While WhatsApp has long offered a search option in the chat info screen, the app is now working on a faster way to access it directly from a conversation. Here are the details.
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 3:06am -
  • MagSafe Monday: The TESSAN AERO 5000 brings a titanium finish to an ultra thin battery
    There are tons of MagSafe battery variations, and I may own most of them. The new TESSAN AERO 5000 caught my eye because it’s really thin and has a titanium finish. It also uses a new battery technology to reduce heat and improve overall safety. After reviewing the entire spec sheet, I think this might be one of the more interesting MagSafe batteries hitting the market this year, and I can’t wait to get my hands on one.
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 2:50am -
  • Apple TV teams up with Academy Award-winning director for the second time
    Apple TV confirmed today that it has picked up Alfonso Cuarón’s Ascension series, marking his second collaboration with the platform. Here are the details.
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 2:21am -
  • Apple official refurb store: Save hundreds on our top picks of the week
    The official Apple Certified Refurbished Store is a particularly compelling resource for landing great offers on iPhone, MacBook, Studio Display, Apple TV, and even accessories. This is not some guy in his basement shilling iPhones that fell off a truck at a discount, or some third-party selling refurbs of questionable quality, but rather, units with an official Cupertino seal of approval that have passed Apple’s “rigorous refurbishment process” and, perhaps most importantly, often times…
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 1:51am -
  • Apple is working on a way to authenticate that a photo came from an iPhone camera
    References included in iOS 27 beta 5 point to a new feature designed to authenticate the camera source of an iPhone photo. Here are the details.
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 1:19am -
  • AirTag 2 gets even better with this add-on accessory
    AirTag 2 launched this year with upgrades to range, a louder speaker, and more. But one key feature didn’t improve: battery life. Fortunately, there’s an add-on accessory that extends AirTag 2’s roughly one year of battery life to 10 years or more.
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 12:39am -
  • Here’s what’s new with iOS 27 beta 5
    Apple released iOS 27 beta 5 today, giving developer beta testers the next preview update since iOS 27 debuted at WWDC. Developers can download the new beta now.iOS 27 is a major iPhone update centered around Siri AI, Apple Intelligence, Liquid Glass refinements, and a long list of quality-of-life changes. Here’s what we’ve found so far in iOS 27 beta 5.
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 12:00am -
  • The new iOS 27 beta further expands Siri voice customization options
    iOS 27 beta 5 has further expanded the new Siri voice customization options. In earlier betas, the new Pace and Expressivity sliders were only available for the two newly-introduced Siri voices that have an American accent.But now, the customization is available for any American voice, and all of the existing British accent voices as well …
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 11:51pm -
  • iOS 27 beta 5 adds new app icons for Siri, Safari, and more
    Apple released iOS 27 beta 5 today after an unusually long three-week wait, and the update comes with brand new app icons for the Siri app, Safari, and more.
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 11:44pm -

Cult of Mac

  • newGoogle’s Pixel 11 phone preorders come with up to $350 in gift cards
    Looking to get your hands on the latest Pixel devices? After weeks of leaks and rumors, Google has officially announced its next generation of Pixel phones and watches. The base Pixel 11 starts at $899, the Pro and Pro XL are $1,099 and $1,299 respectively, and the Pro Fold starts at $1,899. The watch comes […]
    - 2 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 11:17pm -
  • newTwitch streamers can now opt out from training Amazon’s AI
    Twitch users can now opt out of allowing their content to be used to train Amazon's generative AI models. Opting out means that "your streams, VODs, clips, stream chats, and pictures and text on your channel" won't be used in "future training" of an Amazon AI model "whose purpose is to generate or synthesize text, […]
    - 2 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 10:59pm -
  • newHow Google’s new Pixel 11 phones compare to last year’s models
    Google just added four new phones to the Pixel family: the Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro XL, and the Pixel 11 Pro Fold. They're slightly more expensive than their predecessors, but they come with some notable upgrades, including improved cameras and a new Tensor G6 chip that should deliver faster performance. The […]
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  • newICE wants to give agents electrified gloves that shock people into compliance
    Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is aiming to spend up to $20 million on equipping officers and agents with specialized gloves that deliver painful electric shocks. These plans were outlined in a notice published by the Department of Homeland Security on Monday, with an unspecified quantity of the devices set to be delivered by March […]
    - 2 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 10:28pm -
  • newAmazon gets out of the MMO game
    Amazon is fully stepping back from MMOs. After saying last year that it would be halting "a significant amount" of its work on first-party AAA games, "specifically around MMOs," Amazon will be handing over live operations of Throne and Liberty and Lost Ark in the West to other companies, according to announcements on Wednesday. Throne […]
    - 3 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 10:16pm -
  • newHow the Pixel 11 Pro Fold compares to the Galaxy Z Fold 8
    Google wasn't first to make a foldable Android phone, but the company's Pixel Fold series is now an established player with unique traits compared to its competitors. For one, it popularized the passport-style design years ago, being more wide than tall - something that Samsung tried for the first time this year with its Z […]
    - 3 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 9:30pm -
  • newGuitar company D’Addario admits that AI music was used in a promotional video
    After weeks of controversy and speculation, music company D'Addario has admitted that AI, specifically Suno, was used as part of a recent promotional video. For nearly two weeks, the company has denied the allegations, even as evidence piled up against it. It offered various explanations, from low-quality exports, to combinations of plug-ins like Autotune introducing […]
    - 3 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 9:22pm -
  • newGoogle aims for influencers with the Pixel 11 Creator Suite
    Google knows creators are a big audience. The occupation is growing fast, and landing some influential names could be a major turning point for the Pixel's market share. This year, Google is building features directly into its new Pixel lineup that it says can help creators record, organize, edit, and publish content faster and more […]
    - 5 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 8:00pm -
  • newThe 7 biggest announcements of Google’s Pixel 11 launch
    Google is hosting a Pixel launch event on Wednesday night where it will show off its latest lineup of devices. But you don't have to wait until then for all the news; we were able to check out the devices ahead of the event and take a look at everything Google's unveiling, including the latest […]
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  • newGoogle’s Pixel 11 series pairs a little new hardware with a lot of new software
    When I first picked up the Pixel 11 Pro this week, it was clear to me that this was one of those refinement years - at least when it comes to hardware. Aesthetically, the phones are as beautiful as ever, with Google's signature camera bar and bright, colorful backing glass. There are small updates, like […]
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Apple Insider

  • newTwitch will train Amazon's AI on your streams unless you opt out
    Twitch now lets streamers block Amazon from using their broadcasts, clips, and other channel content to train generative AI. However, it's opt out, so here's how to do that.TwitchThe Amazon-owned streaming service announced the AI training opt-out on August 12. Users can find it under Security and Privacy in Twitch account settings, where it's labeled "Training for Generative AI."Turning off the setting prevents Amazon from using a channel's streams, videos on demand, clips, highlights, chat, te…
    - 8 mins ago 13 Aug 26, 12:42am -
  • newApple picks up Nate Gatten as new head of government affairs
    Apple has signed Nate Gatten to become its new head of government affairs, a move that could help the company work more with the Trump administration.Nate Gatten - Image Credit: American AirlinesApple is undergoing several changes in the short term, in preparation for the CEO transition from Tim Cook to John Ternus on September 1. One day before the switch, Apple will be installing a new vice president.According to a memo from SVP and General Counsel Jennifer Newstead seen by Bloomberg, Nate Gat…
    - 10 mins ago 13 Aug 26, 12:40am -
  • newiPhone Ultra screen protectors have asymmetric corners
    A leaker with a decent track record has shown what is claimed to be a screen protector for the forthcoming iPhone Ultra, and it shows the device's unusual corners.A purported screen protector for the iPhone Ultra - image credit: Ice Universe.In June 2026, leaker Ice Universe showed off what was purported to be a prototype of the iPhone Ultra. Now the same leaker is back with an image of a screen protector accessory, which appears to back up claims of the device's shape.That's significant because…
    - 3 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 10:05pm -
  • newGenerative AI photo fakes could be exposed by new iPhone feature
    Apple aims to make it possible to prove that a photo was taken on your iPhone and, presumably, not subsequently altered.The rear cameras of a Pro-tier iPhoneThe latest developer beta of iOS 27 has an unusual number of new features for this late in the process, but code references say there's more to come. Apple has a forthcoming feature called Apple Reference Image, and it's aimed at authenticating photos.Under the right circumstances, it would be possible to demonstrate that a specific image wa…
    - 3 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 10:04pm -
  • newPegatron says the base iPhone 18 won't launch alongside the iPhone 18 Pro lineup
    An Apple supplier has lent additional credibility to ongoing rumors suggesting Apple will release the iPhone 18 base model separately in early 2027.Image credit: PegatronIt seems increasingly likely that Apple will not release the core iPhone 18 at its expected September 2026 iPhone launch. Instead, the company may launch it in early 2027.This isn't the first time we've heard this story. The rumor first surfaced nearly a year ago in August 2025. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our…
    - 4 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 9:18pm -
  • newApple TV drops trailer and launch date for Australian thriller 'Last Seen'
    Apple TV has released the first trailer for "Last Seen," its upcoming thriller starring Patrick Brammall, ahead of the series premiere on September 9.Image credit: Apple TVIn "Last Seen," police detective Ian Ridley's daughter vanished 11 years ago without a trace. Then, a distress call from a teenage girl convinces Ridley she may be Maggie and renews his search for his daughter.The series is based on CWA John Creasey Dagger Award-winning author Ryan David Jahn's book, "The Dispatcher." The firs…
    - 5 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 7:22pm -
  • newiPhone 20 Pro will be bigger with familiar aspect ratios, be bezel free
    The iPhone 20 Pro display will be the same aspect ratio as previous models, while still being slightly bigger. Combined with the glass cover, it should result in a bezel-less effect in the final version.The screen of the iPhone Air, from which the iPhone 20 may borrow design elementsApple's anniversary smartphone, the often-rumored iPhone 20 Pro is believed to have both a glass-heavy design and much larger displays than usual. While the model is still far from becoming a reality, that hasn't sto…
    - 6 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 6:55pm -
  • newApple's $999 M4 Mac mini is back at Amazon, plus save on M4 Pro model
    Inventory constraints continue to plague the M4 Mac mini line, but Amazon has two models with delivery dates in the near future, and one of them is on sale, too.Amazon has M4 Mac mini models available right now.Apple's M4 Mac mini has been hard to source, with a nearly month-long delay on the M4 spec with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. But Amazon has units available to purchase now, with delivery estimates of Aug. 18-20 at press time.Buy M4 Mac mini 512GB for $999 Continue Reading on AppleIns…
    - 6 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 6:51pm -
  • new'Dave the Diver' splashes onto iPhone, iPad, and Mac in September
    Preorders for the popular fishing management sim "Dave the Diver" are now open, with the game slated for a mid-September release across Apple platforms.Dave the Diver is coming to Apple devices on September 17Dave the Diver blends deep-sea exploration with restaurant management. By day, you dive for fish, farm, and explore. By night, you serve sushi and juggle the chaos of running a booming seaside business.The game has been retooled for a mobile-first experience. Beverage pouring is now operate…
    - 6 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 6:30pm -
  • newBOE really wants to make OLED panels for the iPad Air
    Chinese display manufacturer BOE really wants to be part of the iPad Air supply chain, and aims to take some of Apple's custom for the OLED panel away from Samsung Display.Apple's iPad Air with M4, without OLEDThe iPad Air is anticipated to gain an OLED panel as part of its spring 2027 refresh. While Samsung Display is widely expected to continue being the main OLED supplier for Apple, one company wants in on the action.According to TheElec on Tuesday, BOE is pushing to become a secondary displa…
    - 7 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 5:42pm -
  • newApple's Back to School offers have been extended, but you can do much better
    Apple has extended its unusually limited Back to School series of deals and they are not to be dismissed, but there are far greater discounts to be had from other resellers.Apple's lates Back to School offer is now live - image credit: AppleEven when it isn't raising prices, it is a rule with Apple that it will never actually have sales on its products, except for certain regular promotions in China. So for this latest deal, it is again falling back on offering Apple gift cards alongside selecte…
    - 22 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 2:51am -
  • newEveryone at Apple is calling the foldable 'iPhone Ultra'
    A new rumor suggests that "everyone" at Apple calls the upcoming foldable iPhone the "iPhone Ultra," though that doesn't mean Apple will actually go with that name.iPhone Fold could be called iPhone UltraApple keeps things like marketing names under a tight lock and key. It is rare, if ever, that the public learns about what something might be called before it is released.However, you have to call the device something, and it seems a colloquial name has caught on internally at Apple. A social me…
    - 23 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 1:58am -
  • newGolf's US Open Championship could come to Apple TV in latest sports bid
    Apple is reportedly in talks with the owners of golf's Open Championship to take over when NBC's license runs out in 2028, but other bids are in play.Apple TV could be getting a golf championshipSports rights have become a battleground as streamers seek to take over from legacy media. Apple has had small successes in getting rights for MLS, MLB, and F1, but its ambitions go much further.According to a report from The Guardian, Apple TV is in early discussions with the R&A about streaming rights…
    - 23 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 1:27am -
  • newApple fails to delay filing new App Store fees to court as Epic battle continues
    Apple is being forced to detail fees it wants to charge for outbound links in its continuing legal fight with Epic, and now it's only got 24 hours to file them.A Fortnite parody of Apple's famous 1984 commercial - Image Credit: Epic Games.The ever-ongoing legal battle between Apple and Epic Games over what Apple should charge apps within the App Store has hit a snag for the iPhone maker. In the current phase, the two are fighting in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California…
    - 24 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 12:56am -
  • Apple Pay & Apple Card VP Jennifer Bailey is retiring
    The executive who spearheaded Apple Pay, Jennifer Bailey, is retiring after 12 years as Vice President of Internet Services and Apple Pay.Jennifer Bailey is retiring after 23 years in Apple's employUnder Bailey's leadership, Apple launched Apple Wallet, Apple Pay, and Apple Card. She also supervises Tap to Pay on iPhone, Apple Gift Cards, and Apple Cash internationally.She joined the company in 2003 as Vice President of Worldwide Online Stores in 2003, and was promoted in 2014. Continue Reading…
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 11:44pm -
  • Steve Wozniak gave Apple its soul before Steve Jobs made it a hit
    It's been over four decades since Steve Wozniak left Apple, and on August 11 2026, Woz's 76th birthday, we talk about how he gave Apple its soul.Steve Wozniak in 2026 - Image Credit: CBS Sunday MorningYou're an AppleInsider reader so you know Apple and inescapably, you know the story. Steve Wozniak was the brilliant engineer, Steve Jobs was the brilliant businessman, and Ronald Wayne was, er, something else.These are the three who founded Apple in 1976, but the story of both Woz and Jobs goes ba…
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 11:16pm -
  • iOS 27 celebrates your friends' birthdays with fireworks
    New in iOS 27 is a birthday reminder that means if you are on a call with someone, your iPhone will tell you if it's their special day with fireworks! The gift is still on you, though.Whether you remember to call them, or they passive-aggressively call you, iOS 27 will make sure you know it's their birthday.There may not be a smaller addition to iOS 27, but the Phone app's birthday reminder is a really nice touch. In the current betas, if you call someone, the Phone app checks the contact card y…
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 10:46pm -
  • Apple stocking up on OLED screens to offset RAM and SSD prices
    Apple's supply chain is now holding more iPhone OLED panels with Apple also ordering more of them, all to offset the growing cost of buying the components.An iPhone 17 Pro OLED displayWhile the general effect of the ongoing memory price surge has resulted in more expensive components for suppliers, it also has other effects on the supply chain. In the case of Apple's iPhone production lines, there have been changes in the way they work.According to sources cited by ETNews, Apple increased the di…
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 10:39pm -
  • Save up to $5,000 on LG OLED TVs, 32" UltraFine 6K monitor plunges to $1,099
    With preseason football about to commence and back-to-school shopping in full swing, sales at LG and Amazon slash up to 45% off OLED TVs and monitors for your Mac.Save up to $5,000 on LG OLED TVs, 6K UltraFine monitor - Image credit: LGA variety of models are included in today's sales at Amazon and LG, with 2026 C6 and G6 OLED televisions up to $5,000 off and an UltraFine 6K display marked down to the lowest price of the year. You can grab deals at both LG and Amazon as both retailers compete fo…
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 9:29pm -
  • First hints emerge about how much extra Apple Intelligence features will cost
    Apple CEO Tim Cook said that there would be costs for some Apple Intelligence features, and iCloud+ tier limits on HomeKit Secure Video have popped up in the latest iOS 27 beta.HomeKit Secure VideoOn August 10, Apple released the fifth developer beta for its fall operating system updates. However, it seems the beta has hinted that there will be some changes to the way Apple prices iCloud+ for upper-tier users.One of the current benefits for iCloud+ is HomeKit Secure Video. The base 50GB plan inc…
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 8:14pm -
  • Amazon's $99 AirPods 4, $189 AirPods Pro 3, $449 AirPods Max 2 deals are still going strong
    AirPods deals are in full effect at Amazon this week, with AirPods 4, AirPods Pro 3, and AirPods Max 2 on sale at up to $100 off.Save up to $100 on AirPods at Amazon today - Image credit: AppleAugust discounts at Amazon are driving AirPods prices down to as low as $99, with AirPods Pro 3 a standout offer at $189.99 (a 30-day low price).Buy AirPods Pro 3 for $189.99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 7:04pm -
  • Unreleased iPhones again revealed in the latest iOS developer beta
    The latest iOS 27 developer beta includes code referring to multiple iPhone models, including six that are believed to be as-yet unannounced ones like the iPhone Fold.The forthcoming iPhone 18 Pro may feature a smaller Dynamic Island.Back in December 2025, code in iOS 26 featured references to more than a dozen unreleased Apple products, ranging from iPhones to Macs and an AirTag. Now similar references in iOS 27 expressly point to six models of iPhone that Apple has yet to launch.The references…
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 6:44pm -
  • iCloud Private Relay failures manifest a new class-action lawsuit against Apple
    Apple is now facing an inevitable class action lawsuit over a flaw in iCloud Private Relay that exposes a user's identity. It's a lawsuit from the same firm that got a $250M settlement over Siri AI's delays.iCloud Private Relay should protect users when browsing onlineAny Apple security issue that surfaces is a potential lawsuit target, and can quickly be seized upon by law firms smelling an opportunity. Once again, that has happened to Apple in the wake of stories about iCloud Private Relay.The…
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 6:38pm -
  • Don't believe rumors that the iPhone 20 has been cancelled
    The all-glass iPhone Pro model expected in 2027 was rumored to have been canceled, but another report now suggests it is proceeding as planned.The 20th anniversary iPhone will have more glassA financial analyst firm, Jefferies, suggested the 2027 iPhone would no longer get an all-glass model. Another analyst has stepped in to suggest otherwise.According to a report from Bloomberg Apple's all-glass iPhone Pro expected in 2027 was still moving forward. The Jefferies report suggested that there was…
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 5:40pm -
  • Your iPhone can capture the Perseids meteor shower if you use the right tools
    The iPhone is a surprisingly capable meteor-hunting camera, but it's definitely not a point-and-shoot sort of situation. Here's how to take excellent photos of the Perseids, satellites, and more.Image credit: Florian Seiffert / @ popipaan on XIt's August, which means those in the northern hemisphere are being treated to the annual Perseids meteor shower. If you've got an iPhone, you're pretty much ready to go take some stunning astrophotography shots yourself.Of course, it's not as simple as hea…
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 8:21am -
  • Mcon mobile gaming controller review: Compact design with premium feel
    The Mcon controller balances portability and performance in a compact, MagSafe-compatible design for iPhone gamers.Mcon mobile gaming controller review: A new take on mobile controllersGaming controllers usually come in two flavors. You'll find ones that are extremely comfortable and capable, as well as those that are small and portable.Finding a controller that is both portable and capable is a rarity, to say the least. The OhSnap Mcon is the first one I've tested that makes good choices on com…
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 5:12am -
  • Discrimination lawsuit involving converted Jewish employee settled by Apple
    An Apple Genius was fired after failing to meet grooming standards, but the individual filed a lawsuit claiming religious discrimination. That lawsuit has now been settled by Apple for $150,000.Apple Reston in Virginia. Image source: AppleApple is a large company with thousands of employees across retail, engineering, and corporate entities. It isn't immune from discrimination and the lawsuits that result.According to a Law360 document read by 9to5Mac, Apple has agreed to settle a religious disc…
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 5:03am -
  • New in iOS 27 beta 5: 'Before Searching' settings, updated app icons, more
    Apple's fifth developer beta of iOS 27 has just arrived, and with it, redesigned icons for several key apps, and a lot more than normal than this late in the beta cycle. Here's what's new.iOS 27 beta 5 adds more Search settings, redesigned app icons, and more.On Monday, three weeks after the release of iOS 27 beta 4, Apple made the fifth developer beta available for download. iOS 27 beta 1 introduced the long-overdue Siri AI, while the second beta included improvements to the Apple Home and Appl…
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 2:32am -
  • Kuo pours water on rumor of $1B Apple chip stockpile at TSMC
    Market rumors claim TSMC is holding onto a billion-dollar stockpile of Apple chips due to not having enough memory to complete packaging. However, a prominent analyst doubts it to be the case.TSMC is the chip foundry responsible for the upcoming A20The persisting memory supply crisis has caused problems with the supply chain, in both sourcing chips for products and in paying high prices for them too. While there is certainly a crisis at hand, not every major supply chain-related claim will be co…
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 12:29am -
  • Apple preps beta security updates for iOS 18, iOS 26, and macOS 26
    Apple is gearing up to release even more security updates as it tests out beta fixes for iPhone, iPad, and Mac.Apple gears up to roll out even more security updates to Mac, iPad, and iPhoneIt looks like we'll be getting yet another round of minor updates soon. On Tuesday, Apple pushed multiple beta builds out for its existing operating systems.The new macOS Tahoe 26.6.2 beta update has build number 25G82 and comes just four days after its predecessor, macOS 26.6.1, went public. Apple has yet to…
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 11:54pm -
  • Fifth developer betas of iOS 27, macOS 27 land as testing continues
    The fifth round of developer betas is here for iOS 27, iPadOS 27, tvOS 27, watchOS 27, visionOS 27, and macOS 27 as testing for the milestone releases rolls on.An earlier iOS 27 beta screenApple has reached the fifth round of developer betas for its upcoming fall releases. So far, the releases include the developer betas for iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27 Golden Gate, tvOS 27, watchOS 27, and visionOS 27.The fifth appears after the fourth, which were distributed on July 20. Continue Reading on App…
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 11:13pm -
  • Photo leak backs up massive iPhone 18 Pro Max battery rumor
    A photograph seems to back up claims of the increased battery capacity fo the iPhone 18 Pro Max, weighing in at a massive 5,391mAh.Photographs of what is described as the iPhone 18 Pro Max battery cell - Image Credit: Yeux1122/NaverOne month away from the introduction of the iPhone 18 Pro range, and the photographic leaks are starting to roll in. In the latest one to surface, it seems the earlier claims of a super-sized iPhone 18 Pro Max battery may be true.Shots shared to Naver by Yeuz1122 show…
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 10:39pm -
  • Flight tracking poster, Schlage Sense Pro review, & more on Smart Home Insider
    On this week's episode of the Smart Home Insider podcast, we cover a new plane tracker, a smart home dashboard app, and review several new devices.FlightPortrait artwork, as covered on the latest episode of Smart Home InsiderOur guest this week is Daniel Wroclawski, Senior Home & Appliances Writer at Consumer Reports. Dan, a repeat co-host for the podcast, has lots of experience reviewing the latest smart home tech.Leading off the news for the week is a new app for monitoring your home. It's cal…
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 10:35pm -
  • Generative AI needs ethical leaders and to be controlled like nuclear power
    Lacking sane leadership, generative AI companies have proven to be irresponsible, all in service of the almighty dollar. The nuclear power industry is the best example of a model to follow.We need 10 Admiral Rickovers to get generative AI companies under controlGenerative AI is the largest automated plagiarism engine that ever existed. That's on top of AI consuming resources and driving up electric costs for neighborhoods that didn't ask for these data centers. Still, there are larger problems.G…
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 10:12pm -
  • Friday Night Baseball season will stream key games live in Apple Immersive
    Apple and Major League Baseball have announced the first games of their new season, and in the US and certain other countries, many will be streamed in Immersive Video to Apple Vision Pro users.Major League Baseball returns with Apple Immersive video - image credit: AppleApple has been criticized both for how little immersive video it does, and how poorly it promotes the feature. But in conjunction with Major League Baseball (MLB), it has now announced that four MLB games in August and September…
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 9:30pm -
  • Dark Cherry iPhone 18 Pro is still a rumor mill favorite
    As the launch of the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max nears, rumors continue to circulate, claiming that Apple will be using a dark cherry red as its featured colorway.A mock-up of a Dark Cherry iPhone Following the wild success of the striking Cosmic Orange option of the iPhone 17 Pro line, Apple has been expected to do something similar for the iPhone 18 Pro. It seems that the selected color this time is red.According to an August 10 post by Weibo leaker Fixed Focus Digital, two red versions have bee…
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 9:10pm -
  • Apple tested Chinese memory chips for the Mac, rivals shipping
    A new report reveals the rather obvious fact that Apple has been testing CXMT memory in more than the iPhone, but also says that competitors are shipping hardware overseas with the controversial RAM already.CMXT is rapidly becoming a major player in memory - image credit: CXMTThe global chip shortage has seen Apple looking to use memory made by China's CXMT, even though the firm is blacklisted by the US. It's not a solution, and it isn't the lower-cost answer Apple hoped for, but reportedly the…
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 8:27pm -
  • B&H is blowing out M4 15-inch MacBook Air inventory at $1,279
    The closeout M4 15-inch MacBook Air is a top-seller at the discounted $1,279 price.This blowout 15-inch MacBook Air deal is limited to stock on hand - Image credit: AppleB&H is looking to clear out remaining M4 MacBook Air inventory this week, with the 15-inch model dropping to $1,279. This spec includes a 10-core GPU, 16GB of memory, and 256GB of storage, with only the Midnight finish left in stock.Buy 15" M4 Air for $1,279 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 8:02pm -
  • Jefferies cuts AAPL target to $263.66, downgrades to Underperform
    Analyst firm Jefferies has downgraded Apple stock to underperform alongside a price cut, because the firm believes Apple has cancelled its all-glass design for the still-unannounced iPhone 20.iPhone 20 is probably going to look more like a third-generation iPhone AirApple has a lot going on to be concerned about. RAM pricing will just get worse, SSD flash cells are a year away from relief, and so forth. One firm thinks that they have a bigger problem than all that.Analyst Edison Lee of Jefferies…
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 6:18pm -
  • iMacs with OLED screens now predicted for 2029
    LG Display is reportedly developing 5-stack OLED panels rumored to be headed to the 24-inch iMac, which give ever better brightness and image quality.A 24-inch iMac already has a great display, but a 5-stack OLED one would be better and last longer.Apple is clearly planning to bring OLED displays to all of its devices, potentially with the iPhone 20 Pro getting 2-stack or what the company calls Tandem OLED panels. Back in 2022, Apple was so keen on 2-stack for the iPad that it insisted an initia…
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 6:11pm -
  • iPhone 18 Pro expected to be 40% more expensive to make than iPhone 17 Pro
    Here come the price hikes: the continuing memory crisis will make the iPhone 18 Pro even more expensive to manufacture, with it expected to cost Apple almost 40% more to make than the iPhone 17 Pro.A mock-up of a dark cherry iPhone 18 Pro, one of the rumored colorways. Like almost all other tech producers, Apple is subject to the rising costs and limited supply of memory. With the iPhone 18 Pro release on the horizon and expected to cost consumers more than ever to acquire, it will also be very…
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 5:41pm -
  • Guide to Apple Intelligence using Qwen briefly appears for Apple users in China
    Apple Support in China has published detailed instructions on how local Mac users can utilize Alibaba's Qwen AI with Siri, but the guide was quickly removed.Mac users in mainland China still don't have Apple Intelligence, but they briefly got an Apple guide to it.Back in March 2026, Apple Intelligence was finally launched and available in China, except it wasn't. Apple had released it seemingly accidentally, and certainly without approval from the Chinese government, so it was rapidly pulled.Now…
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 4:43pm -
  • Still simple, still powerful, BBEdit is a Mac app legend
    You may like Pages and you may tolerate Microsoft Word, but text editor BBEdit has been rightly earning devotees on the Mac for 34 years. Here's how.Software used to come in boxes. I know. Image credit: Bare Bones Software.There are very few Mac apps that go back this far, and even fewer that remain both actively developed and actually beloved by its users. And there is only one with the trademark "It doesn't suck."BBEdit is just a text editor, but rather than this meaning it is limited, it mean…
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 2:57pm -
  • Sunday Reboot: AI device worries and Ted Lasso cheapness
    In this week's Sunday Reboot, the nightmare scenario of OpenAI's hardware leak and the astounding cheapness of promoting Ted Lasso.What's the collective term for a group of Ted Lasso lookalikes? - Image Credit: Apple TVSunday Reboot is a weekly column covering some of the lighter stories within the Apple reality distortion field from the past seven days. All to get the next week underway with a good first step. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 3 days ago 10 Aug 26, 1:12am -
  • Ceramic Apple Watch may return as soon as September
    While the design isn't changing one bit, one expensive and favorite material might return to Apple Watch after a seven-year absence.Apple Watch Series 5, in ceramicIt's been nine years since the Apple Watch Series 2 debuted the material. After a back-and-forth for a few years of just white, or white and black ceramic options, Apple dropped the material entirely in 2020.That may change soon. Apple is reportedly working on returning ceramic to Apple Watch as soon as 2026. In Sunday's "Power On" ne…
    - 3 days ago 9 Aug 26, 11:09pm -
  • Of course, Apple's already planning a third-gen iPhone Fold
    The iPhone Fold has yet to ship, but Apple's already working on a third-generation foldable it could release in 2028. It's something it's compelled to do.A render of what the first-gen iPhone Fold could look like - Image Credit: AppleInsiderApple is expected to launch the much-rumored iPhone Fold this fall, as part of its usual September iPhone launches. But, despite not having sold a single unit for the foldable, Apple is already planning for multiple follow-ups.According to Mark Gurman in his…
    - 3 days ago 9 Aug 26, 10:21pm -
  • 2026 Apple Watch upgrade will be dull, but a big redesign is in progress
    The Apple Watch will see a revamp in the coming years, as Apple is reportedly in the middle of a shake up its wearables formula to meet an ever-changing market.Apple Watch Ultra 3The Apple Watch has retained the same core design of a square display on a watch band, but it has evolved over time. While it has become thinner, larger, and more rugged in the Apple Watch Ultra, it can potentially do more.In Sunday's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg, Mark Gurman writes that the Apple Watch is ready…
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  • Apple Upgrade plan to preload your data nixed over privacy optics
    Apple reportedly evaluated giving Apple Upgrade buyers with iPhones that came with all their previous iPhone's data preloaded, but that didn't make the final cut.Apple Upgrade could have had more options for the iPhoneApple Upgrade is a lease in the US rather than a loan and so it's different to the iPhone Upgrade Program it replaces, but it could have been more different still. According to Bloomberg, Apple at least considered preloading a user's data.It's been described as a "white-glove compo…
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  • How to control separate alarm & notification alert volumes iOS 27
    For years, Apple forced notifications and alarms to share the same volumes. That is finally changing in iOS 27.iOS 27 offers new volume controlsApple introduced new sound & haptics controls during WWDC26. Under the new settings, alarms, timers, notifications, and other sounds no longer have to follow the same volume slider.People who lowered notification volume could also lower alarm volume without realizing it. An alarm, a timer, and a text message don't serve the same purpose, yet iPhone users…
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  • iVanky FusionDock Ultra review: Hugely better value the second time around
    The iVanky FusionDock Ultra adds a massive 26 ports, supports up to four displays if your Mac can, and is a formidable Thunderbolt 5 dock that improves on the original in utility as well as value for money.iVanky FusionDock UltraIn March 2024, AppleInsider reviewed the iVanky FusionDock Max 1. While we enjoyed the massive amount of ports, but its nosebleed pricing at the time and very limited selection of ideal host computers made it not the best option.A lot has happened since then, not the lea…
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MacWorld

  • newAnker’s 140W charging station is the ultimate MacBook accessory at 25% off
    Macworld Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging StationView DealIf your desk is buried under a pile of chargers and cords, this 6-in-1 Anker Prime charging station, on sale for $60 right now, is just what you need. The current price represents a 25 percent discount, the best price we’ve seen for this model.The big draw of this charging station is that it can power up six devices at once. There are 2 AC outlets on top of the st…
    - 3 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 9:59pm -
  • new‘Everyone’ at Apple is already calling the folding iPhone ‘Ultra’
    Macworld Apple is set to launch several new products this fall, including the iPhone 18 Pro and Apple Watch Series 12, but there’s no doubt what its biggest release will be: the company’s first-ever folding smartphone. But there’s still a question about what it will be called.Until the official branding is announced, these things tend to spread by subjective word of mouth: somebody influential will use one particular name, perhaps with little evidence other than…
    - 6 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 6:45pm -
  • newHow Apple trade in works and saves you money
    Macworld Buying a new iPhone, iPad or Mac can be an expensive business, and is getting more expensive with today’s component shortages. But if you don’t mind trading in your previous device then you can make a decent saving on the cost of its replacement. We explain how Apple trade in works and why it’s something you should definitely consider. Trade-in prices are even increasing because of those tech shortages.Some examples of Apple’s increased trade-in prices…
    - 9 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 3:30pm -
  • newApple’s iPhone event will be packed with intrigue
    Macworld Apple always introduces its new iPhones and Apple Watches at a special event in September, and this year is no different.Except this year, everything is different. The iPhones are different. The CEO is different. The event may be different. Here’s what we expect from Apple’s big September event.Time and DateApple always holds its events at 10 am PT, with iPhone launches usually taking place on the second Tuesday or Wednesday of September. This year…
    - 10 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 3:15pm -
  • newLifetime access to Visual Studio Pro 2026 is only $30
    Macworld TL;DR: Get Visual Studio Pro for life on sale for $29.97 (reg. $499.99) through August 23.Visual Studio Pro is an extremely popular IDE, but it’s also expensive to license. If you don’t want to pay recurring fees, you can buy Visual Studio Pro outright as a lifetime license for $29.97 (reg. $499.99).Once you have it up and running, you can use Visual Studio Pro to build cross-platform mobile and desktop apps with .NET MAUI, write web UIs in C# with…
    - 11 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 1:30pm -
  • newApple extends Back to School Deal gift card offer through September
    Macworld Apple runs a higher education promotion every year that has traditionally been known as its “Back to School” sale. The company now refers to it as the “College Student Offer” or “Higher Education Offer” because it is only available to students in higher education and eligible education staff – not school-age children.The promotion gives eligible customers an extra incentive when purchasing qualifying products through Apple’s Education Store, wh…
    - 19 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 5:25am -
  • What’s up with this ‘Apple Reference Image’ rumor?
    Macworld Some clever code divers have found something interesting buried in a privacy disclosure as part of iOS 27 beta 5: a new feature called Apple Reference Image.There are plenty of companies adding metadata to AI generated images, and Apple is one of them. In iOS 27, images created with Image Playground will embed the SynthID metadata watermark created by Google.But Apple Reference Image seems to be a tool to help authenticate images another way: rather than j…
    - 1 day ago 12 Aug 26, 12:36am -
  • Beat the recent price hike with $50 off the A16 iPad
    Macworld Apple iPad A16View DealIf you didn’t get a chance to get an iPad before the price hike a couple of months back, now’s a good time to get one, as the 11-inch tablet with an A16 chip is on sale for $400, down from $449. That’s a $49 discount and the lowest we’ve seen since Apple hike prices, so if you want one you should take grab itYou already know what you’re getting with this iPad. The 11-inch Liqu…
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 7:57pm -
  • Reports of the 20th anniversary iPhone’s death seem to be greatly exaggerated
    Macworld In 2027 the iPhone will celebrate its 20th birthday, and this has raised expectations of a momentous launch. In 2017, for comparison, we got the iPhone X, an almost all-screen handset and Apple’s first phone without a Home button. What’s in store next year? That depends on who you ask.For some time pundits have predicted that the 20th-anniversary iPhone will be a major redesign. Rumors have pointed to a very large “quad-curved screen”, with glass makin…
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 6:16pm -
  • iOS 27 beta confirms Apple’s full iPhone 18 roadmap with 6 new models
    Macworld On Monday, Apple released iOS 27 beta 5 to developers on Monday after a weeklong delay, bringing another round of changes and refinements ahead of the update’s public release next month. But hidden inside the software are also some interesting clues about what Apple has planned for the iPhone over the coming months.Macworld has found references to six unreleased iPhone models in the latest iOS 27 beta, including the entire iPhone 18 family, iPhone 18e, iPhon…
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 4:41pm -
  • iOS 27 may be free, but the AI bill won’t be
    Macworld One of the first things they teach you in business school is just don’t go into the restaurant business. It’s terrible. Seriously.One of the next things they teach you is how to conduct a cost/benefit analysis. Or maybe that’s in the second semester. The Macalope doesn’t remember; he slept through a lot of business school. But he’s been thinking about cost/benefit analysis a lot lately with regard to AI.For most use cases, AI is really a substitu…
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 4:00pm -
  • How to sell or trade in your old iPhone
    Macworld In case you haven’t heard, there’s a new iPhone coming at Apple’s September event and that means two things: You want a new iPhone and you need to sell your old one. If you buy your iPhone outright every year or so, you can usually recoup a good amount of the new cost by selling your old model every time you upgrade to a new one. With prices for components so high these days, the trade-in prices have actually risen!Even if you’re in the Apple’s Upgra…
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 3:45pm -
  • How to reset an iPhone or iPad
    Macworld If your iPhone or iPad is misbehaving and initial solutions are not working, a full reset may be necessary. Taking your device back to how it was out of the box can often help resolve issues like constant crashing, freezing or other serious problems.It’s something of a nuclear option, though, so before you take this route we’d recommend restarting or force-restarting your iPhone or iPad, as that will leave your data and settings intact. Another option is t…
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 2:15pm -
  • Your future self will thank you for slipping this $23.99 Find My tracker into your wallet
    Macworld TL;DR: Never lose track of your essentials with the MagTag Ultra Slim Tracker Card. It works with Apple’s Find My app, fits in your wallet like a credit card, and is on sale for just $23.99 (MSRP $59.99).Losing your wallet is one of those experiences that somehow makes five minutes feel like five years. Before you start retracing every step you’ve taken today, there’s an easier backup plan. The MagTag Ultra Slim Tracker Card slips into your wallet, pa…
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 1:30pm -
  • How to put an iPhone into recovery mode and return to factory settings
    Macworld Recovery mode can be used to return your iPhone to factory settings. During the process your iPhone will be wiped and the newest version of iOS will be installed on it. You might want to do this because you are experiencing problems with your iPhone and want to wipe it and start again, you might need to wipe an iPhone that you don’t have the password for, or you could use Recovery Mode to remove an iOS beta. Note that this is not quite the same as wiping you…
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 11:20am -
  • Apple releases rare ‘point’ betas for iOS 26.6 and macOS 26.6
    Macworld Typically, Apple issues operating system updates to beta testers only for major point releases, such as iOS 26.5 or macOS 26.6. The minor-level point releases with two decimal points (e.g., macOS 26.6.1) generally bring little more than bug fixes and security updates that are pushed to users without any beta testing from developers or the public.It’s unusual, then, that Apple just pushed out iOS and iPadOS 26.6.1 along with macOS 26.6.2 to beta testers. The…
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 12:46am -
  • iOS 27 beta 5 is out now with further refinements and fixes
    Macworld On the first day of the WWDC developer conference, Apple released the first developer beta of its new operating system. This year, that means that the first release of iOS 27 outside Cupertino came on June 8, 2026.The pattern goes like this: Apple releases developer-only betas for the first month or so, and then starts releasing the same build for both developers and public beta testers. Based on historical precedent, we expect the third or fourth beta to be t…
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 12:28am -
  • The 20th anniversary all-glass iPhone might not happen after all
    Macworld In just a few weeks, Apple will unveil its latest iPhones, including the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, and the iPhone Ultra, its first folding phone. However, reports had claimed for months that Apple is planning something even bigger for next year to mark the iPhone’s 20th anniversary. Now, a new report throws a bucket of cold water on those plans.According to Jefferies analyst Edison Lee, Apple’s has scrapped its plans for the 20th anniversary phone, which…
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 11:12pm -
  • Anker’s foldable 3-in-1 wireless Apple charging station is down to its lowest price ever
    Macworld Anker Prime 25W 3-in-1 Foldable Charging StationView DealOne way to ensure your nightstand and travel bag are equally organized is to get a portable charging station. Anker’s 3-in-1 Foldable Charger will handle your iPhone, Apple Watch, and your AirPods at the same time, and it will cost you less than $100 to get right now–the best price we’ve seen for this model.The big draw to getting this small stati…
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 8:47pm -
  • Best iPhone 17 cases for iPhone 17, 17 Pro & 17 Pro Max, 17e and Air
    Macworld Before you even start the setup on your iPhone 17—be it an iPhone 17, 17e or Air, 17 Pro or 17 Pro Max— you should consider what type of case you need to protect it in. However good Apple’s new Ceramic Shield 2 shell is, it won’t be up to protecting your phone if dropped or scraped. A case just makes sense—and can look fantastic, too. Some are even ultra glamorous.Cases come in more shapes and sizes and with more functionality than you’d believe. H…
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 7:50pm -