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  • newNintendo Shutting Down Mario Kart Tour iOS Game
    Nintendo today said it is ending service for its Mario Kart Tour mobile game on Tuesday, September 29. There are no plans for an offline version of the game, so it will no longer be playable after that date.In-game currency is no longer available for purchase, and Nintendo has ended automatic subscription renewals ahead of the shutdown date.Players who had a Mario Kart Tour Gold Pass subscription will be able to use the benefits for free from now until September 29, while players who d…
    - 1 hour ago 9 Jul 26, 1:29am -
  • newOpenAI Introduces GPT-Live to Make ChatGPT Voice Feel Like a Real Conversation
    OpenAI today introduced GPT-Live, which it describes as a new generation of voice models meant to make talking to AI feel more like having a conversation with a real person. GPT-Live is meant to replace the existing ChatGPT voice experience.GPT-Live is able to listen and speak at the same time, and it can show it is paying attention with acknowledgment phrases like "mhmm." The model was built for continuous interaction, and it can make decisions on whether to speak, continue listening, pau…
    - 2 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 12:33am -
  • newApple TV Earns Record 87 Emmy Nominations for 2026, Led by 'Pluribus' and 'Widow's Bay'
    Apple earned its highest number of Emmy nominations to date in 2026, with popular shows like Pluribus, Margo's Got Money Troubles, Widow's Bay, Shrinking, and Slow Horses earning the most nominations. New series Widow's Bay received 19 nominations, while Pluribus was second with 18 nominations.The five most highly nominated shows are up for best series in their respective categories, and have also earned several lead actress and actor nominations.Pluribus Outstanding Drama Series…
    - 3 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 11:07pm -
  • newApple to Drop Support for Encrypted Mac OS Extended Drives Next Year
    Apple yesterday published a new support document warning that macOS 28 will no longer support encrypted Mac OS Extended (HFS+) volumes, meaning affected external drives will need to be decrypted or reformatted ahead of the update.Starting with macOS 28, "the Mac OS Extended file system format will be supported only for volumes (disks and other storage devices) that aren't encrypted." Any encrypted HFS+ disks, such as older encrypted external hard drives, will stop working with the Mac unle…
    - 5 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 9:32pm -
  • newiOS 27 Code Points to Car Key Support for Lucid and Xiaomi
    Code spotted in the third developer beta of iOS 27 suggests that Apple is preparing to add car key support for Lucid and Xiaomi vehicles, and that the feature could be nearing launch.The code references the identifiers "LCID" and "XIA1," which appear to correspond to Lucid and Xiaomi respectively. With an Apple car key, drivers can use their iPhone or Apple Watch to lock, unlock, and start a compatible vehicle instead of relying on a traditional key fob. Lucid Motors was already named…
    - 6 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 8:43pm -
  • newWhen is Apple's 2026 Back to School Offer?
    It is now July and we are still waiting for Apple to begin its annual Back to School offer in countries like the U.S. and Canada — if it is still coming.In the U.S., Apple launched its Back to School offer in June from 2020 through 2025, but it has waited until July in the more distant past: 2025: June 17 2024: June 20 2023: June 5 2022: June 24 2021: June 17 2020: June 15 2019: July 9 2018: July 12 2017: July 12Last year, college students and educational staff…
    - 6 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 8:29pm -
  • newAmazon Offers First Major Post-Hike Discount on 512GB MacBook Neo [Updated]
    Amazon today has knocked the price of the 512GB MacBook Neo down to $689.99, from $799.00. This sale is only available in the Indigo color option, and it makes the 512GB model cheaper than the current price of the 256GB model on Amazon.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.This marks the first notable discount on the MacBook Neo since Apple's price…
    - 6 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 8:23pm -
  • newApple Begins Testing Controversial Chinese Memory Chips
    Apple is testing DRAM memory chips from China's state-backed ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT), according to a new report from the Financial Times.Last week, it emerged that Apple was in discussions with CXMT and fellow Chinese chipmaker Yangtze Memory Technologies (YMTC) about sourcing memory, with no deal finalized. The new details suggest Apple has since progressed to qualifying CXMT's chips specifically, running the company's memory through the kind of technical validation that typic…
    - 7 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 7:48pm -
  • newAmazon Offers $150 Discount on M5 MacBook Air Models
    Amazon is taking $150 off multiple models of the M5 MacBook Air, including deals on both 13-inch and 15-inch models. These are some of the lowest prices we've seen on the notebooks in the wake of Apple's price hikes last month.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.In terms of 13-inch models, Amazon has the 16GB/1TB 13-inch MacBook Air for $1,449.00, down from $1,…
    - 7 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 7:17pm -
  • newTim Cook and John Ternus Attend Sun Valley Conference Together
    Apple CEO Tim Cook and incoming CEO John Ternus are attending this year's Sun Valley Conference, according to Forbes.Allen & Co., the boutique investment firm behind the event, uses the conference as an annual excuse to put media, tech, and finance leaders in the same rooms for a week of closed-door talks at the Sun Valley Lodge. This year's event began on July 7 and is expected to run through July 11.This marks Cook's final Sun Valley trip as Apple's chief executive officer. Apple ann…
    - 8 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 6:37pm -
  • newReport: Cheaper Apple Vision Pro Display Work Winds Down at Samsung
    Apple has suspended development of the display for a cheaper, lighter version of the Vision Pro that it originally planned to launch in the next few years, according to The Elec.The Korean outlet says Apple supplier Samsung Display is set to internally wind down the panel project – known in the industry as "G-VR" – with development set to be formally terminated by September.G-VR is a glass-substrate micro-OLED, a lower-cost alternative to the silicon-based OLEDoS used in the curre…
    - 9 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 5:33pm -
  • newSamsung Galaxy Unpacked Event Set for July 22 With Foldable iPhone Rival Expected to Debut
    Samsung has announced it will introduce its latest Galaxy smartphones at a July 22 event, including what is believed to be a Galaxy Z Fold 8 with new passport-style dimensions similar to Apple's upcoming book-style foldable iPhone.It's no secret that Samsung has been working on a new foldable form factor to go head-to-head with Apple's rumored iPhone Ultra, and the company has been hinting at what's to come. Today's event announcement includes a video of a show ticket having its stub torn…
    - 10 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 4:35pm -
  • newApple Announces $30 Billion Broadcom Deal to Make More US Chips
    Apple today announced its multiyear partnership with Broadcom to design and produce custom silicon components and wireless technologies, confirming a Reuters report we covered on Monday.Apple says the new agreement is expected to exceed $30 billion, and will lead to the creation of more than 15 billion U.S. chips and support "hundreds" of American jobs.Broadcom is part of Apple's American Manufacturing Program (AMP), an initiative launched last year to boost U.S. manufacturing. Under A…
    - 11 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 3:51pm -
  • newiPhone Ultra Reportedly in Mass Production, No Delay Envisaged
    Apple's foldable iPhone is on track to ship in September despite rumors of a delayed launch, reports Chinese financial outlet Cailian Press.The outlet says it spoke with several people within Apple's supply chain, who indicated that the device's design was locked in some time ago and that the foldable is now in mass production.Separately, Chinese financial outlet East Money and Korea's The Bell reported that Apple's foldable has entered mass production, with assembly partner Foxconn la…
    - 11 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 3:32pm -
  • newApple Loses EU Fight Over App Store Gatekeeper Label
    Apple's challenge against the EU's designation of its App Stores and iOS platform as "gatekeepers" was dismissed by Europe's top court on Wednesday, reports Reuters."The General Court dismisses Apple's actions regarding its designation as a gatekeeper in relation to the App Store and iOS," the Luxembourg-based tribunal said.Apple took its case to Luxembourg's General Court in 2024 after the European Commission designated its five App Stores – on the iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Apple W…
    - 12 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 2:25pm -
  • newiOS 27: 13 Ways the Messages App is Smarter and Less Annoying
    The Messages app is arguably the most important app on the iPhone, and in iOS 27, Apple is adding some useful improvements. There are some quality-of-life fixes for longtime issues, and new AI features.Contextual SuggestionsMessages uses Apple Intelligence to surface one-tap suggestions based on what's being discussed in a conversation. If someone you're talking to asks you to send a photo, Messages recognizes the request and suggests adding the relevant photos.If someone invites y…
    - 22 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 4:55am -
  • newFlighty Update Adds Step-by-Step Guide for Connecting Flights
    Popular flight tracking app Flighty has a new Connection Assistant that helps travelers make connecting flights at airports worldwide.Connection Assistant gives flyers a step-by-step guide for all connections on a trip. It will outline whether users need to go through passport control, recheck a bag, go through security, or change terminals, and it gives an estimate of how long the process will take. Adding a passport to the app will let users know if they can use e-gates or skip passport…
    - 23 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 3:44am -
  • Apple Seeds Fourth Public Betas of iOS 26.6, macOS Tahoe 26.6 and More
    Apple today provided public beta testers with the fourth betas of iOS 26.6, iPadOS 26.6, macOS Tahoe 26.6, watchOS 26.6, and tvOS 26.6, with the software coming a day after Apple seeded the betas to developers.After signing up to beta test the software updates on Apple's beta site, public beta testers can download the new software using the Software Update section in the Settings app on each device.iOS 26.6 has a feature that will let you know when you have blocked too many contacts, b…
    - 1 day ago 8 Jul 26, 1:46am -
  • Claude Cowork Expands to iPhone and the Web
    Anthropic today said it is bringing Claude Cowork to mobile and the web, with beta access rolling out to Max users first. Claude Cowork is a feature that lets Claude access local files and connected tools, then autonomously complete tasks on your behalf.Claude Cowork tasks can now be started and monitored on the web, desktop, and Claude mobile apps. Claude is able to work in the background in the cloud even when no device is online, sending an alert when it needs permission to move forward…
    - 1 day ago 8 Jul 26, 1:35am -
  • iOS 27 Public Beta is Coming Soon
    Apple previously announced that the first iOS 27 public beta would be released in July, meaning that it should be available at some point this month.Below, we have outlined how to get ready for the iOS 27 public beta, which will likely follow the third or fourth iOS 27 developer beta.Release Date HistoryThe first public betas of iOS 16 through iOS 26 came out between July 11 and July 24. iOS 26 Public Beta: Thursday, July 24, 2025 iOS 18 Public Beta: Monday, July 15, 2024…
    - 1 day ago 8 Jul 26, 12:33am -

The Unofficial Apple Blog

  • newApple Home AI Features Require 2TB iCloud+ Subscription
    Apple has confirmed that some of its newest Apple Home AI features will only be available with a 2TB iCloud+ subscription. The requirement appears in the macOS Golden Gate beta release notes following the announcements made at WWDC 2026. The move gives existing premium subscribers access to the new features without an extra AI subscription. […]The post Apple Home AI Features Require 2TB iCloud+ Subscription appeared first on TUAW.
    - 6 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 9:01pm -
  • newwatchOS 27 Beta 3 Brings Siri AI to Apple Watch
    Apple has expanded its next-generation Siri AI to the Apple Watch with the release of watchOS 27 beta 3. The update introduces a dedicated Siri app and extends the company’s upgraded virtual assistant to supported wearable devices for the first time. Apple first unveiled the enhanced Siri at WWDC 2026. The assistant now understands natural […]The post watchOS 27 Beta 3 Brings Siri AI to Apple Watch appeared first on TUAW.
    - 6 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 8:57pm -
  • newiOS 27 Beta 3 Brings New Siri AI Voice Controls
    Apple has released the third developer beta of iOS 27. The update introduces new Siri AI improvements and several interface refinements. Although it does not add many major features, it continues Apple’s work ahead of the public release later this year. The new beta arrives about two weeks after iOS 27 beta 2. Earlier releases […]The post iOS 27 Beta 3 Brings New Siri AI Voice Controls appeared first on TUAW.
    - 7 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 7:56pm -
  • Apple Releases Third Developer Betas for iOS 27 and macOS 27
    Apple has released the third developer betas for its next-generation operating systems, including iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, watchOS 27, tvOS 27, and visionOS 27. The update continues the company’s testing cycle as it prepares the software for public release later this year. The latest beta follows the second developer release, which arrived in […]The post Apple Releases Third Developer Betas for iOS 27 and macOS 27 appeared first on TUAW.
    - 2 days ago 7 Jul 26, 7:58am -
  • iPhone 17 Pro Max Chosen for America’s 250-Year Time Capsule
    America’s official 250th anniversary time capsule now contains one of today’s most recognizable technologies: the iPhone 17 Pro Max. Organizers selected Apple’s flagship smartphone as a symbol of American innovation and included it alongside historical records, cultural artifacts, and contributions from every U.S. state and territory. The capsule will remain sealed until 2276, when the […]The post iPhone 17 Pro Max Chosen for America’s 250-Year Time Capsule appeared first on TUAW.
    - 2 days ago 7 Jul 26, 7:41am -
  • Apple Restores Card Payments for Indian App Store Users
    Apple is preparing to restore credit and debit card payments for App Store and iCloud subscriptions in India after nearly four years. The company has reportedly begun testing the feature with a limited group of users and could expand access across the country in the coming months. The change marks a major shift in Apple’s […]The post Apple Restores Card Payments for Indian App Store Users appeared first on TUAW.
    - 2 days ago 7 Jul 26, 5:35am -

9to5 Mac Apple News

Cult of Mac

  • newGet a $30 credit when you reserve Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy phones
    Even though they haven’t been officially announced yet, Samsung is giving you a chance to save some cash when you preorder what we’re expecting to be the brand’s updated Galaxy Z Fold phones. The next Galaxy Unpacked event will take place on July 22nd, 2026, and features the tagline “A new shape unfolds.” In addition […]
    - 1 hour ago 9 Jul 26, 1:30am -
  • newMicrosoft’s Xbox reset is pivoting Obsidian to make Fallout instead of Avowed
    As part of Microsoft's big Xbox "reset," which includes layoffs affecting 3,200 staffers, jettisoning studios, and shifting investments to focus on "higher priority projects," Obsidian Entertainment is changing its plans. The studio, behind games like Grounded and The Outer Worlds, is starting work on a new Fallout title and has canceled "multiple projects," including a […]
    - 2 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 12:20am -
  • newAmerica’s cheapest new EV is smaller than a ping-pong table and tops out at 19mph
    When searching for an affordable electric vehicle these days, there are always tradeoffs. How much range are you willing to sacrifice, how much leg room and storage space, how many features, in the pursuit of that magic sticker price that won't break the bank? The Fiat Topolino is basically the ultimate embodiment of those tradeoffs. […]
    - 3 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 11:27pm -
  • newCockroaches will learn to fear my SwitchBot Bot Rechargeable
    A little robotic switch-flipper has become my sidekick in combating cockroaches. Before I got the SwitchBot Bot Rechargeable, I'd tiptoe through the dark every morning, hoping I wouldn't step on one of those terrible bugs scurrying around as I made my way to the light switch across the room. Now I'm ready for battle before […]
    - 4 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 11:00pm -
  • newIf Microsoft sold off Xbox, who would even buy it?
    This week, Microsoft took a huge ax to its Xbox business. The company announced that it would be laying off 1,600 workers now, 1,600 more over the next fiscal year, and that it would be shedding four studios. Xbox CEO Asha Sharma hasn't been shy about why she's making such dramatic cuts, saying in a […]
    - 4 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 10:40pm -
  • newTwelve South’s AirFly Pro is a great travel companion, and it’s on sale for $40
    If you’ve got a summer trip coming up, the last-gen Twelve South AirFly Pro is one of those gadgets that can make a long flight feel a little shorter. It lets you use your wireless headphones with in-flight entertainment systems, and right now it’s on sale for $39.99 ($15 off) at Amazon. That’s the best […]
    - 4 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 10:39pm -
  • newChatGPT’s upgraded voice mode is better at shutting up
    OpenAI is overhauling ChatGPT's voice mode with a new model that it says is more like "talking to another person." The new GPT-Live-1 is designed to interrupt you less and will also wait for you to continue speaking if you pause mid-conversation. During a press briefing, OpenAI research lead Kundan Kumar called GPT-Live-1 the company's […]
    - 4 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 10:30pm -
  • newThis jumping $800 robot camera dog filled me with joy
    What if you had a drone that wasn't a buzzy, annoying fly people wanted to swat - but rather a cute dog that runs and jumps? What if it could do tricks on command and film your tricks as well? What if it could get right back up after a nasty-looking crash, dozens of times […]
    - 6 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 8:30pm -
  • newThe whole Pixel line could get more expensive this year
    Google's upcoming Pixel lineup might cost more than last year's. A report from Dealabs spotted by 9to5Google suggests that Google could raise the starting price of its 41mm Pixel Watch 5 to $399, while adding LTE could bump the price to $499. That's a $50 jump from the base Pixel Watch 4, which starts at […]
    - 6 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 8:13pm -
  • newGaming laptops are too expensive right now, but this one’s a good value
    It’s not a great time to shop for a gaming laptop. The unprecedented rise in cost for RAM (and storage to a slightly lesser extent) has made laptops with low-to-midrange specs cost much more than they should. Recent deals on gaming laptops worth your attention have been uninspiring, but one recently caught my eye: MSI’s […]
    - 6 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 8:13pm -

Apple Insider

  • newEncrypted HFS+ drive support dies in macOS 28
    Apple will be cutting support for encrypted Mac OS Extended drives from macOS 28 onwards, but HFS+ will still function — for now. Here's what you can do about it.Check your drives to make sure they're not formatted as Encrypted Mac OS Extended before macOS 28 arrives next year. As time rolls on, technologies used to power operating systems like macOS are deprecated in favor of newer versions. While most users will embrace the newer ways of working, users of older installations can sometimes do…
    - 2 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 12:19am -
  • newTV show purchases on Apple TV are finally getting free 4K upgrades
    Apple is finally bringing its free 4K upgrade policy to select TV show purchases, extending one of the Apple TV Store's biggest customer perks beyond movies for the first time.Apple TV 4KApple hasn't announced the rollout, but the change first surfaced after Apple TV researcher Sigmund Judge identified dozens of eligible series that were automatically upgraded to 4K at no extra cost. The initial rollout includes nearly 50 series spanning dramas, documentaries, reality shows, and children's progr…
    - 2 hours ago 9 Jul 26, 12:08am -
  • newFinal lap for 'Mario Kart Tour' badly closes another Nintendo mobile gaming chapter
    Nintendo will shut down "Mario Kart Tour" later in 2026, highlighting how Nintendo continues to not deliver what consumers want on hardware platforms that they do not manufacture.Mario Kart TourThe game will remain playable until 11 p.m. Pacific on September 29, when Nintendo will permanently end online service. Nintendo announced the shutdown Tuesday and directed players to updated support policies covering ruby purchases and Gold Pass subscriptions that took effect July 7.Nintendo thanked play…
    - 3 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 11:10pm -
  • new'Widow's Bay' & 'Pluribus' lead Apple's record-breaking charge for 2026 Emmy Awards
    Even without previous smash hits "Severance" and "The Studio" airing episodes in the eligibility period, Apple TV has still gathered the most nominations it has ever earned across all of the major categories at the 78th annual Emmy Awards.Nominations for the 78th Emmy Awards have been announced - image credit: Television AcademyIn 2025, Apple TV won a record-breaking 22 Emmy Awards, with "Severance" and "The Studio" leading the way. For 2026, neither of those shows were eligible, but a host of n…
    - 4 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 11:02pm -
  • newApple testing banned vendor RAM is a Band-Aid, not a cure
    Apple's testing of memory chips from CXMT, a supplier black-listed by the U.S. government, could help ease the RAM pricing crisis. It's nowhere near enough to solve the problem.A Samsung LPDDR5X memory chip - Image Credit: SamsungIn late June, Apple reportedly asked the Trump administration to allow it to buy RAM chips from a supplier in China that the U.S. had blacklisted. As Cupertino waits on Washington, it is allegedly testing out the memory from the blackballed company.According to two sour…
    - 5 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 9:51pm -
  • newApple the only bright spot in a declining PC market, savaged by RAM price hikes
    Apple gained ground in the PC market even as global shipments fell for the first time in more than two years, as the Mac outperformed a market squeezed by rising memory costs.Macs continue to gain market shareWorldwide PC shipments fell 4.9% year over year to 68.2 million units in the second quarter, ending nine straight quarters of growth. A persistent memory shortage prompted manufacturers to build inventory ahead of tighter supplies.Rising component costs also pushed PC makers to raise prices…
    - 5 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 9:32pm -
  • newAll the Qualcomm parts used in the iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and more
    Even after the arrival of its in-house modems, Apple's product lines still mostly rely on Qualcomm for cellular hardware. Here are all the Qualcomm chips Apple uses.Apple still uses Qualcomm modems for products like the iPhone 17 Pro.On June 30, AppleInsider revealed that the iPhone 18 Pro might ship in two region-specific modem configurations: a Qualcomm modem in the United States, and the Apple C2 elsewhere in the world. The information serves as the perfect illustration of Apple's continued r…
    - 5 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 9:04pm -
  • newAmazon knocks $110 off Apple's MacBook Neo today
    Apple's MacBook Neo with 512GB of storage is marked down to $689.99 at Amazon today, the lowest price seen since Apple's recent price increases.Save $110 on 512GB MacBook Neo at Amazon.Update: Amazon has sold out of the $689.99 special.With Apple raising prices across its Mac and iPad lines, the MacBook Neo is now $110 off at Amazon, bringing the 512GB spec down to $689.99 in the Indigo finish. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 6 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 8:45pm -
  • newApple's M5 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro with 48GB RAM plunges to $3,049
    Apple's latest 16-inch MacBook Pro with an M5 Pro chip and upgrade to 48GB of RAM is discounted to $3,049.99, a markdown of $550 off the popular configuration.Save $550 on an M5 Pro MacBook Pro with 48GB RAM - Image credit: AppleAmazon is slashing $550 off an upgraded 16-inch MacBook Pro with a bump up to 48GB of RAM. Released in March 2026, the M5 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro features higher unified memory bandwidth compared to the last-gen model and is equipped with Apple's N1 chip for Wi-Fi 7 and…
    - 6 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 8:24pm -
  • newLower cost Apple Vision Pro may be dropped as Apple focuses on AI
    A peculiar report claims that work on a key component of a lower-cost version of the Apple Vision Pro is winding down, and that it's because Apple is more interested in AI.Apple's current Apple Vision Pro.This new report appears to be specifically about the Apple Vision Air, the previously-rumoured Apple Vision Pro successor, that would save money by having lower resolution screens. According to The Elec, Samsung was developing a G-VR display, using a glass-substrate micro-OLED.That project is r…
    - 7 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 7:50pm -
  • newiPhone Fold delay rumor flip-flop continues, new leak says everything is on time
    Multiple Apple suppliers reportedly say the company's iPhone Fold remains on track for production, challenging other reports that manufacturing problems have delayed the device.iPhone Fold renderRecent market rumors suggested complex assembly and low manufacturing yields could delay Apple's first foldable iPhone. Multiple unnamed companies in Apple's supply chain disputed those claims after speaking with Cailian News Agency.Suppliers cited by the report said they have entered peak production, re…
    - 7 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 7:43pm -
  • newSamsung & Google want to upstage iPhone Fold debut, with earlier events
    Apple's iPhone Fold launch event is in the fall, but rivals are scheduling folding smartphone events in the summer. This is what Google and Samsung are going to try to do to rain on Apple's parade.A render of the iPhone Fold - Image Credit: AppleInsiderThe fall iPhone launches is a dependable event that runs like clockwork. While this is a good thing for Apple's manufacturing and other teams, it's also highly predictable.Something that other companies take advantage of by launching their own pro…
    - 7 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 7:04pm -
  • newJohn Ternus takes his place at the Sun Valley billionaire camp
    Apple's incoming CEO John Ternus has joined Tim Cook and Eddy Cue at the invitation-only Sun Valley retreat where deals worth billions can be agreed on a handshake.John Ternus (left) with Tim Cook - image credit: AppleTim Cook and Eddy Cue are both regulars at the annual event, held in Sun Valley, Idaho, by investment firm Allen & Company. This year they arrived as usual over the weekend, but as spotted by Forbes, they were joined on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, by John Ternus.It's not clear whether t…
    - 8 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 6:07pm -
  • new$30 billion Broadcom chip deal is Apple biggest AMP fund investment
    Apple's deal with Broadcom for custom chips and radio components is worth $30 billion. It will be Apple's American Manufacturing Program's largest single-company commitment.iPhone connectivity iconsOn Monday, chip maker Broadcom declared that it had agreed to extend its working relationship with Apple, with it developing and supplying custom chips up to 2031. Two days later, Apple confirmed the deal was made, and gave some details on the specifics.In a July 8 newsroom post, Apple calls it a "new…
    - 9 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 5:34pm -
  • newEurope throws out Apple's attempt to free App Store & iMessage from regulations
    Apple has lost another round in its legal challenges to the European Union and its Digital Markets Act, this time over whether iMessage and its App Store should even be subject to that regulation.Apple is challenging the DMA in ever higher courts in the EU - image credit: EUBack in 2023, Apple acknowledged that it qualified under the then-new definition of being what the EU called a gatekeeper service. But key to that is the size of the operation, and since 2024, Apple has been claiming it runs…
    - 10 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 5:00pm -
  • newBoox Go 6 Gen II review: Delightful, just not that impressive
    The Boox Go 6 Gen II is designed to be the ultimate go-anywhere e-reader, but a sub-incremental spec bump may not merit a purchase.Boox Go 6 Gen IIBoox has refreshed its pint-sized pocket e-reader with a minor spec bump and a new design. Let's see if the Boox Go 6 Gen II is worth picking up or not. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 21 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 5:33am -
  • AirPods firmware beta lets developers use new iOS 27 features
    Apple has released a new firmware developer beta build for AirPods and AirPods Pro, preparing the personal audio devices for upcoming iOS 27 changes.AirPods ProApple periodically updates the firmware of its accessories and peripherals to account for new features being added to its operating systems. With iOS 27, macOS 27, and others undergoing testing, that same process also happens for firmware updates.Tuesday's new firmware, build 9A5314b, is for the AirPods 4, AirPods Pro 3, and AirPods Max 2…
    - 1 day ago 8 Jul 26, 12:29am -
  • Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air M5 dips to $1,349 in today's price war
    Amazon and B&H are competing for your business by offering a $150 discount on Apple's current 15-inch MacBook Air with an M5 chip.Grab deals on MacBook Air models at Amazon and B&H - Image credit: AppleYou can pick up the M5 MacBook Air 15-inch at the discounted price of $1,349 when you opt for the sleek Midnight finish at Amazon and B&H. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 1 day ago 7 Jul 26, 11:38pm -
  • iPhone 18 Pro's camera bump could be a little bit thicker
    The iPhone 18 Pro will probably be a little bit thicker than the iPhone 17 Pro, thanks to a more generous camera plateau this time around.iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max were 8.75mm thick. The iPhone 18 versions could be a lot thicker. The September introduction of the iPhone 18 Pro should introduce a smartphone with a very familiar design. However, a close examination may reveal a considerable difference in thickness for 2026.According to a July 7 post from Fixed Focus Digital on Weibo, Apple's iPhon…
    - 1 day ago 7 Jul 26, 9:11pm -
  • Higher memory prices squeeze China's smartphone market despite Apple's discounts
    Rising memory prices forcing vendor price increases dragged China's smartphone sales down 13% during the annual 618 shopping festival, despite Apple's aggressive iPhone promotions.iPhone 17 ProThe annual 618 shopping festival, centered on June 18, is one of China's biggest retail events and a key sales period for smartphone makers. Counterpoint Research said higher memory costs left manufacturers with less room to offer deep discounts during the shopping event.Apple outperformed most major smart…
    - 1 day ago 7 Jul 26, 8:24pm -
  • No sweat: Most claims stricken in AirPods Max condensation lawsuit
    An attempted class action lawsuit alleging that sweat condensation is killing AirPods Max prematurely has seen most of its claims thrown out by a judge.An AirPods Max earcup. Condensation not included. The AirPods Max have been the subject of complaints about condensation buildup, even if that hasn't really translated into significant repairs. That hasn't stopped one lawsuit from taking Apple on, though a judge has seemingly taken the bite out of the legal challenge.Stemming from a 2025 lawsuit,…
    - 1 day ago 7 Jul 26, 8:02pm -
  • Everyone should have a trustworthy VPN & at $2.99 per month, Proton is a great choice
    Stay safe online, encrypt your traffic, and catch every World Cup match like you're a local with Proton VPN. It's available at a heavy discount for a limited time starting at $2.99 per month with a 24-month commitment.Save up to 70 percent on Proton VPN plans during World Cup Sale - Image credit: ProtonNo one should be without a VPN in 2026, and Proton's is one of the best VPN options out there. Whether you're keeping your traffic safe from prying eyes or trying to catch the latest anime on Netf…
    - 1 day ago 7 Jul 26, 7:18pm -
  • Bullish JP Morgan bumps AAPL price target to $345
    JP Morgan increased the price target for Apple's stock to $345, insisting that the RAM-driven hardware cost increases won't impact long-term revenue gains.Sales will continue fine for premium products like the Mac Studio, JP Morgan reckons. Late in June, Apple finally gave in and raised the price of many products, in the face of the global memory crisis. In the view of JP Morgan, it's not that big an issue for the company.In a note to investors seen by AppleInsider on Tuesday, JP Morgan has incr…
    - 1 day ago 7 Jul 26, 5:53pm -
  • Terramaster F4-425 Pro review: Excellent set-and-forget networking hardware
    The TerraMaster F4-425 Pro is a compact four-bay NAS that punches above its price class, with an eight-core Intel chip, three M.2 slots, and dual 5GbE networking, at the cost of a few real but manageable caveats.TerraMaster F4-425 Pro reviewNAS devices have evolved well beyond simple network drives. They now run media servers, security camera systems, and containerized apps, all from one box on the home or office network.TerraMaster pitches the F4-425 Pro squarely at that all-in-one role. It pai…
    - 1 day ago 7 Jul 26, 5:24pm -
  • iPhone Air 2 battery expected to hit 30 hours of use from a single charge
    The iPhone Air 2 is rumored to last longer than the original thanks to a much larger battery, fixing one of the biggest flaws of the super-thin smartphone.The current-gen iPhone AirThe iPhone Air was a device of compromise, with its thin frame made possible by some size-cutting specification choices. For the second-gen model, Apple is apparently seeking to right one of the perceived wrongs.According to Weibo leaker Digital Chat Station on July 7, citing the supply chain, the iPhone Air 2 will ha…
    - 1 day ago 7 Jul 26, 4:51pm -
  • Apple Home AI features locked behind 2TB iCloud+ plan
    Whether you subscribe to the 2TB iCloud+ tier individually or pay for Apple One Premier, you're getting the new Apple Intelligence in Apple Home features announced during WWDC 2026.Apple Home AI updates are behind an iCloud+ subscription tierApple didn't break out exactly what customers might have to pay in order to access its most advanced AI features. While there aren't any separate AI subscriptions or token purchase programs, users will need to spend more cash for the most access.In the macOS…
    - 2 days ago 7 Jul 26, 3:04am -
  • Apple is warning when your AI prompts go to Google's servers, just like with ChatGPT
    Image generation features found in Apple Creator Studio rely on Google Cloud servers, but users will be warned before prompts are sent to the third-party AI tool.Apple warns users before sending prompts to Google CloudApple Intelligence is powered by Apple Foundation Models found on your iPhone and in Apple's Private Cloud Compute servers. Those are distinct features and models from the integrations that utilize third-party AI tools like Google Cloud and ChatGPT.After updating to the latest Appl…
    - 2 days ago 7 Jul 26, 2:35am -
  • watchOS 27 beta 3 brings Siri AI to the Apple Watch
    Apple Watch owners can now finally use the new-and-improved Siri AI, thanks to watchOS 27 beta 3.watchOS 27 beta 3 introduces a dedicated Siri app.At WWDC 2026, Apple's virtual assistant received a long-overdue upgrade. Siri AI, available on iOS 27 beta, supports contextual awareness and understands natural language, effectively making it an Apple-designed chatbot.Initially, Siri AI was made available to developers with an iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple Vision Pro. With Monday's watchOS 27 develope…
    - 2 days ago 7 Jul 26, 1:27am -
  • B&H is blowing out M4 Pro MacBook Pro inventory at $1,799
    B&H is clearing out M4 Pro MacBook Pro inventory, offering discounts of up to $500 off and prices as low as $1,799. But inventory is limited, and the deals may sell out quickly.Save up to $500 on blowout 14-inch MacBook Pro laptops - Image credit: AppleKicking off the sale is Apple's last-gen M4 Pro 14-inch laptop that's marked down to $1,799. This configuration in Apple's silver finish has a 12-core CPU and 16-core GPU, along with 24GB of unified memory and 512GB of storage.Buy M4 Pro MacBook P…
    - 2 days ago 7 Jul 26, 12:48am -
  • New in iOS 27 beta 3: Siri AI voice customization options
    The third developer beta of iOS 27 is here, with added customization options for Siri AI, visual tweaks, and more. Here's what's new.iOS 27 beta 3 delivers new customization options for Siri AI.On Monday, two weeks after the arrival of iOS 27 beta 2, Apple made the third developer beta available for download. While iOS 27 beta 1 delivered the long-overdue Siri AI, the second beta included enhancements for the Apple Home and Apple Wallet apps.Notably, for most, the entire Siri AI model needs to b…
    - 2 days ago 7 Jul 26, 12:12am -
  • Apple rolls out the third iOS 27, macOS 27 developer betas
    Apple has now moved to the third round for the developer betas of iOS 27, macOS 27, and others of the 27 generation. Expect more to come before the eventual fall releases.An earlier iOS 27 beta screenThe developer beta program for the 27-gen operating systems is continuing with its third round of builds. All to make sure that the versions that ship in the fall are in top working order for the general public.The third developer builds arrive after the second, which arrived on June 22 for most of…
    - 2 days ago 6 Jul 26, 11:15pm -
  • Fourth developer betas of iOS 26.6, macOS 26.6 land for testing
    Apple's beta program for its 26-gen operating systems continues, with the fourth developer builds of iOS 26.6 and others now available for testing.Apple's hardware that works with the 26-generation operating systems - Image Credit: AppleWhile the main attention is on the 27-generation, Apple is still making changes to its current-gen operating systems.The fourth developer betas landed after the third, which landed on June 29. The second was distributed on June 15, and the first round came out on…
    - 2 days ago 6 Jul 26, 11:06pm -
  • iPhone 17 Pro Max will represent America's present, in 250 years
    An iPhone 17 Pro Max will represent American innovation in the nation's official time capsule, joining a collection that reflects how the United States chose to remember itself in 2026.America 250America250 has sealed the nation's official time capsule with an iPhone 17 Pro Max inside. The capsule preserves a snapshot of the United States that won't be reopened until 2276.The collection will be buried on July 4 at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia as part of the country's 250…
    - 2 days ago 6 Jul 26, 10:39pm -
  • Apple Watch Ultra 3 drops to $699 with $100 Amazon discount
    Amazon has knocked $100 off the Apple Watch Ultra 3, dropping Apple's premium smartwatch to $699.99 for a limited time.Save $100 on the Apple Watch Ultra 3 at Amazon - Image credit: AppleAmazon has cut the price of the Apple Watch Ultra 3 to $699.99, delivering a solid $100 discount on Apple's premium smartwatch. While we've seen the wearable dip to as low as $649 this year, today's offer remains one of the best widely available deals on the current-generation model.Buy Apple Watch Ultra 3 for $…
    - 2 days ago 6 Jul 26, 8:07pm -
  • iPhone 18 Pro Max may get significantly longer battery life after all
    Despite previous reports saying the iPhone 18 Pro range will see only fractional improvements to battery life, a cautious leaker now claims that might not be the case with the iPhone 18 Pro Max.The current iPhone 17 Pro MaxModelUSChina Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 2 days ago 6 Jul 26, 7:57pm -
  • Apple & Broadcom renew partnership through 2031
    Apple has extended its long-time supplier agreement with Broadcom, ensuring Apple gets a steady flow of custom chips until 2031.Broadcom offices - Image Credit: BroadcomApple has used Broadcom as a supplier for its iPhone and other hardware for quite some time. However, as threats like the global memory crisis demonstrate, supply chains often aren't as stable as they could be.On July 6, Broadcom confirmed to Reuters that it had agreed to an extension of its partnership with Apple. The deal means…
    - 2 days ago 6 Jul 26, 7:45pm -
  • Four years later, Apple bends to India's demands over card payments
    App Store and iCloud users in India should soon be able to subscribe using credit or debit cards again, as Apple tries to smooth the way to launching Apple Pay.Dierdre O'Brien and Tim Cook open Apple BKC, the first Apple Store in India (Source: Apple)Starting in June 2022, India introduced extra banking laws regarding any online recurring payments, such as subscriptions, and Apple ceased accepting any debit or credit cards in the country. The company said at the time only that it was because of…
    - 2 days ago 6 Jul 26, 6:18pm -
  • Plex's $249.99 five-year pass arrives after $749.99 Lifetime Pass price hike
    Shortly after increasing the lifetime version of the Plex Plan to $749.99, Plex has now introduced a new subscription, charging $249.99 for five years of streaming media from your Mac to your iPhone.Plex logoOn July 1, Plex significantly increased the cost of its Lifetime Plex Plan from $249.99 to a staggering $749.99. While consumers will have missed the boat to get the old pricing, they can still spend $249.99 on something that's not quite as everlasting.Subscribers can sign up for a new five-…
    - 2 days ago 6 Jul 26, 6:18pm -
  • Siri AI is finally good, and Apple is going to win the AI wars
    Apple is doing it again, it is coming late to the party. But it will eventually dominate AI because of how it thinks about users and about use cases where rivals consider only technical issues.Hopefully this is just a beta issue, but this Siri AI error comes up a lot.Even when testing the betas of Siri AI on the same or similar devices, everyone at AppleInsider is having different experiences. For instance, I found that in the first developer beta on both the Mac and the iPhone, Siri AI could be…
    - 2 days ago 6 Jul 26, 6:12pm -
  • Sunday Reboot: Stats, iPhones, and AI devices are still a threat
    In this week's "Sunday Reboot," scientists somehow say iPhones lowered birthrates, and Musk's AI prototype story shows that specialist hardware is coming, even if we don't necessarily want it.Elon Musk denies there's an xAI AI device being prototyped - Image Credit: TeslaSunday 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…
    - 3 days ago 6 Jul 26, 1:32am -
  • Folding iPhone may launch in September, good luck getting it before 2027
    Apple may be pulling an iPhone X for the iPhone Fold, by launching it in September but actually selling it months later.What the iPhone Fold could look like - Image Credit: AppleInsiderApple is widely expected to launch the iPhone Fold this fall, alongside the iPhone 18 Pro. However, the schedule of when it goes on sale could be completely different.According to a Sunday X post by TF Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the supply chain indicates there may not be enough inventory for the iPhone Fold…
    - 3 days ago 5 Jul 26, 8:34pm -
  • Three changes Apple could do to make iPhone Air 2 a hit
    With iPhone Air 2 rumored to be less than a year away, Apple could turn to better cooling or more cameras to make the ultra-thin phone even more popular than the original. Here's what's been rumored, and some other possibilities.iPhone Air is a great phone, but the second-generation could be even betterDespite what some vocal online detractors say, iPhone Air has its fans. I'm certainly counted among them.Early reports said Apple's thinnest phone was a "failure" and that the second-generation wa…
    - 5 days ago 4 Jul 26, 12:44am -
  • Leaker Jon Prosser denies Apple's charges, rolls co-defendant under the bus
    Jon Prosser has formally responded to Apple's lawsuit over alleged iOS leaks, claiming that he is entirely innocent and that colleague Michael Ramacciotti is solely responsible for any alleged trade secret theft.Jon Prosser in a still from one of his Front Page Tech videos — image credit: ProsserApple's now year-long case against Prosser had initially seen the YouTuber repeatedly ignoring court deadlines. He began responding in April 2026, and his lawyers have now formally filed his rebuttal t…
    - 5 days ago 3 Jul 26, 11:17pm -
  • AirPods with cameras show up in iOS 27 beta code
    Code in the latest iOS 27 developer beta describes handling images from a pair of cameras, and hints that these are surely the expected AirPods with cameras.The current AirPods Pro in their charging case.AirPods with cameras may have long been expected, but the most recent leak claimed that Apple has "suspended" the whole project. Whether it has or not, the device got far enough that there are references to it in the latest iOS 27 developer beta./System/Library/AssetsV2/com_apple_MobileAsset_UAF…
    - 5 days ago 3 Jul 26, 9:58pm -
  • iPhone 18 Pro leaks, AirDrop security concerns, and increased iPhone Fold orders, on the AppleInsider Podcast
    New leaks about the iPhone 18 Pro seem to be annoying Apple, while the guessing game continues over whether the iPhone Fold is coming in September, plus why we should not believe that the iPhone is the end of civilization, on the AppleInsider Podcast.Mockup of how the cameras may look on the expected iPhone Fold - image credit: AppleInsiderAmong the more than 630GB of data taken from a Tata iPhone plant in India this week, were documents concerning plans for the iPhone 18 Pro. They included how…
    - 5 days ago 3 Jul 26, 7:48pm -
  • Apple Watch Series 12 may get new health sensor in its band
    A leaker with a reasonable track record, except regarding the Apple Watch, claims that the Apple Watch Series 12 will feature a new health sensor, but only in its fluoroelastomer band.Apple Watch with the basic band - image credit: AppleApple Watch already tracks a huge number of different health metrics, but Apple has regularly been rumored to add even more sensors via a watch band. According to leaker Kosutami, the company is finally going to do it, although with one significant catch.[Censo-W…
    - 5 days ago 3 Jul 26, 5:23pm -
  • AirPods with Cameras won't be coming any time soon after all
    A leaker with a fair but short track record, claims that Apple has suspended work on the expected AirPods with cameras.Apple's current AirPods ProBack in February 2026, leaker Kosutami claimed that AirPods with cameras were coming, and that they would stay the same price as current models. Now the same leaker is back saying that Apple has suspended the whole idea.That's literally all this routinely brief leaker says. Reposting a previous claim about the device from June 2026 that said just "case…
    - 5 days ago 3 Jul 26, 4:33pm -
  • Grab OWC Thunderbolt docks, cables, enclosures from just $19.99 with exclusive deals
    Exclusive 4th of July deals are in effect at OWC, dropping prices for enclosures, docks, and Thunderbolt 5 cables to as low as $19.99.Save on OWC Thunderbolt 5 docks, cables, enclosures - Image credit: OWCThe sale includes a variety of accessories for your Mac or iPad, with OWC's 11-Port Thunderbolt 5 Dock especially enticing at $229.99 after a $69 discount.You can also pick up a Thunderbolt 5 cable for $19.99 and a ThunderBay 4 Enclosure for $309.99. The four-bay Thunderbolt (40Gb/s) external s…
    - 5 days ago 3 Jul 26, 2:46pm -
  • How to use the Apple Maps Library feature
    Apple added an Apple Maps Library feature for all of your saved and pinned locations to live, making them easier to find later. Here's how to use it on your iPhone.iOS 18 adds a new Library feature to the iPhone's Apple Maps app.Adding new locations to the Apple Maps Library is easy and iPhone owners will be able to do so in a couple of different ways. We're going to run you through both so that you can make the most out of an Apple Maps feature that will make it easier and quicker than ever to…
    - 21 Nov 25, 10:34am -
  • How to fix System Data filling your iPhone's storage
    Your iPhone may have low storage because it's been consumed by System Data, which can potentially consume all available capacity. Here's how to regain space when things get too bloated to function.Other System Data issues in iOS can quickly fill up all available iPhone storage. Storage capacity is a significant issue for mobile device users. The available space on an iPhone, iPad, and even a Mac a sensitive concern for everyone.Users with expansive storage capacities have less trouble with it th…
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MacWorld

  • newApple touts vague Broadcom deal to help make more chips in the U.S.
    MacworldApple has issued a press release to let everyone know that it is involved in the plan for Broadcom to expand its manufacturing facility in Fort Collins, Colorado. While the press release is full of numbers, the actual details are still unclear.Broadcom currently supplies important radio technology parts to Apple. While Apple is moving to its own modems for cellular (C1, C1X) and Wi-Fi/Bluetooth (N1), there are still lots of radio parts needed in Apple products, including anten…
    - 4 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 10:28pm -
  • newApple to end support for encrypted Mac OS Extended drives–here’s what it means
    MacworldIn a newly released support document, Apple announced that support for the encrypted Mac OS Extended (HFS+) format will end with macOS 28, which is expected to be released in 2027. This means that users will need to reformat or decrypt any storage device formatted with encrypted Mac OS Extended to use the drive with macOS 28. Apple does not explain the end of Mac OS Extended (HFS+), though the company has been prioritizing its APFS format over HFS+. Apple previously announced…
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  • newUpgrade your M4 Mac mini’s ports and storage for just $55 ($35 off)
    MacworldUgreen Mac Mini M4 Dock and StandView DealUgreen’s M4 Mac mini dock and Stand is on sale for $55, which is quite a bit under its $90 MSRP. It’s not the absolute best we’ve seen for this model, which dropped once to $50, but it’s still an excellent discount for a dock that fixes so many of your problems.The M4 Mac mini is a tiny powerhouse, but it’s somewhat short on ports and locked to whatever storage it had when y…
    - 4 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 10:07pm -
  • newBest iPad to buy in 2026: Which Apple tablet is right for you?
    MacworldWhich iPad should you buy? With four different models, optional 5G cellular connectivity, multiple storage capacities, colors, and even refurbished options to consider, choosing the right iPad isn’t always straightforward.One of the biggest factors is timing. Apple doesn’t update every iPad at the same time, so knowing when a refresh might arrive could mean you avoid missing out on new features. The iPad Pro was updated in October 2025 and the iPad Air in March 2026, makin…
    - 7 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 7:24pm -
  • newCheaper Vision Pro takes another hit as Apple reportedly scraps key component
    MacworldThe prospect of Apple launching a cheaper version of its Vision Pro mixed-reality headset grows ever more remote, with the news that the company has halted work on a new OLED screen for the rumored product.Citing sources in the display industry, Korean site The Elec claims (via Google Translate) that Samsung Display “has finalized an internal decision to terminate the development project for displays for the Apple XR [extended reality] device early this coming September.”…
    - 8 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 6:16pm -
  • newI closed my rings for 500 days by cracking the Apple Watch code
    MacworldLast year, I shared how a single Apple Watch alert pushed me to become more active and transformed my life. A lot has changed since then, yet one constant has persisted: closing my Activity rings every single day. Despite moving between countries and going through a wide range of ups and downs, I remain committed to at least 30 minutes of exercise and burning over 500 active calories daily.I didn’t miss a day, and now that my streak has crossed the 500-day mark, it got me th…
    - 10 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 4:15pm -
  • newOrico MiniLink review: Dual SSD hub for Mac mini
    MacworldAt a glanceExpert's RatingProsDual SSD slots (M47P)Mac mini designUHS-II card readers (M47P)Dedicated power supplyConsNoisy fanPlacement can affect Wi-Fi performanceExternal power supply requiredOur Verdict The 40Gbps USB4 M47P MiniLink offers the most in terms of faster and flexible storage, but even the slower 10Gbps M49P hub is a good choice for basic backups and archiving.Price When ReviewedThis value will show the geolocated pricin…
    - 11 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 3:48pm -
  • newwatchOS 27’s new Siri finally fixed my dumb timer problem
    MacworldI cook, I bake bread, I do plenty of stuff in the kitchen. And when I do, I like to use my Apple Watch as a cooking timer. It’s convenient in that it’s on my wrist, taps me when it’s done, and I don’t have to shout out across the room to stop a timer.But for years now, I’ve had one annoying problem that is so simple, and yet Apple refused to solve it: Siri just doesn’t want to add time to a running timer.Here’s the situation: I set a timer for 15 minutes. Aft…
    - 11 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 3:45pm -
  • newUgreen Mac mini SSD Dock review: More storage, more ports
    MacworldAt a glanceExpert's RatingProsBuilt-in NVMe SSD slotMatches Mac mini M4Adds USB-A and card readersConsSlow card readersFive USB-A overkillOur Verdict While five USB-A ports might be Considered too many, this dock adds what the Mac mini M4 is missing, and the built-in SSD enclosure enables you to affordably add up to 8TB of fast internal storage to your Mac mini setup.Price When ReviewedThis value will show the geolocated pricing text for produc…
    - 11 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 3:10pm -
  • newDitch subscription fees with PDF Reader Pro lifetime access for $39.99 for Mac users
    MacworldTL;DR: Handle PDFs like a pro — edit, convert, annotate, sign, and organize files without adding another monthly charge. PDF Reader Pro bundles a complete toolkit with a lifetime license for $39.99 (MSRP $79.99).PDFs have become the default format for just about everything — job applications, contracts, invoices, reports, forms, and beyond. The real friction isn’t the files themselves, but the growing number of tools that lock basic editing behind ongoing subscription…
    - 13 hours ago 8 Jul 26, 1:30pm -
  • Some Apple Intelligence for Home features require a 2TB iCloud+ subscription
    MacworldThe OS 27 updates (iOS, macOS, iPadOS, etc) offers some really nice AI-powered updates for the Home app. Almost all of them center around video with cameras that support HomeKit Secure Video. The good news is, these features really elevate the experience of using these cameras, where was falling far behind competitors. The bad news is, it’s going to cost you: You need the 2TB paid iCloud+ plan to use them.Apple revealed the requirement in the release notes for developers for…
    - 1 day ago 7 Jul 26, 10:54pm -
  • This 3-in-1 Anker fast-charging station will clear your desk clutter for nearly $100 off
    MacworldAnker Prime 3-in-1 MagSafe Charging StationView DealAnker’s gorgeous and versatile 3-in-1 MagSafe charging station is on sale for $135, an impressive discount from its $230 MSRP and the lowest price we’ve ever seen. Even if you look at its average selling price over the past few months (around $170), it’s still about $35 lower, so it’s still a good deal to grab right now.If you’re all-in on Apple and tired of having…
    - 1 day ago 7 Jul 26, 8:29pm -
  • Best MacBook for 2026: Air vs Pro vs Neo compared
    MacworldApple sells several MacBook models across different sizes, prices, and performance levels, so choosing the right one depends on your budget, the type of work you do, and how much power you actually need.In this in-depth guide, we explain which MacBook is best for different users, compare the latest MacBook Air, MacBook Pro and MacBook Neo models, and help you decide how much RAM and how much storage you really need. The bad news is that Apple raised prices across the MacBo…
    - 1 day ago 7 Jul 26, 7:38pm -
  • More iPhone Air 2 details emerge–and it’s looking like the upgrade of the year
    MacworldBy general consensus, the iPhone Air had two main problems, with reviewers complaining about its battery and camera performance. The latest reports, however, indicate that the 2nd-gen version of the device will address both issues. And we’ve even got numerical values for both upgrades, more than six months ahead of the launch.Earlier this month, the lawsuit-embroiled leaker Jon Prosser released a video full of claims about next year’s iPhone Air 2. Among other things, Pros…
    - 1 day ago 7 Jul 26, 7:07pm -
  • macOS 27 in depth: How AI upgrades Freeform, Notes, Weather, and more
    MacworldApple Intelligence has made its way into macOS 27 Golden Gate, appearing in several of the apps that are included with the operating system. For example, Image Playground delves deeper into the AI toolbox, and we find new options in Notes, Freeform, and the Weather app.Let’s take a quick look at how AI is being used in these apps–keep in mind that this is using Beta 2 of macOS Golden Gate. Since this is beta, these features could change before the official release of Golde…
    - 1 day ago 7 Jul 26, 4:00pm -
  • 10 safety features every iPhone user needs to turn on
    MacworldIn the mighty iPhone, Apple has built arguably the most private mobile platform in the mainstream market. Users have full control over personal data authorization; third-party apps, for the most part, cannot access sensitive sensors and user files without your explicit permission. iOS also offers a slew of features that can assist you during emergencies and keep your data safe if your iPhone is ever lost or stolen. While many of these protective tools work by default, some of…
    - 1 day ago 7 Jul 26, 3:15pm -
  • The app that protects years of email is just $50 right now
    MacworldTL;DR: Protect years of emails with Mail Backup X—a lifetime backup solution for $49.99 (reg. $179).Nobody thinks about backing up their email until the day an important conversation disappears. That’s exactly the problem Mail Backup X is designed to solve.Right now, you can grab a lifetime license for just $49.99 (reg. $179), giving you a permanent way to back up, archive, restore, and migrate your email without paying another subscription.Whether you use Gmai…
    - 2 days ago 7 Jul 26, 1:30pm -
  • iOS 27 beta 3 is out now for developers as Apple approaches the first public release
    MacworldOn 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 the first one to g…
    - 2 days ago 6 Jul 26, 11:22pm -
  • Ill-timed interview touts Macs as ‘amazing’ AI devices–if you can afford one
    MacworldWWDC wasn’t even a month ago, but it feels like an eternity. In the four weeks since the keynote aired, Apple has released two OS 27 betas, unleashed Siri AI on the world, and raised prices on Macs and iPads by hundreds of dollars.That’s why this interview with senior Apple silicon product manager Doug Brooks by The Deep View, a “daily guide to the fast-moving world of AI,” feels so out of touch. It’s not so much what he says, but rather when he said it.The inter…
    - 2 days ago 6 Jul 26, 10:51pm -
  • Infamous Apple leaker info-dumps almost every iPhone Air 2 detail
    MacworldWith all eyes on this fall’s iPhone launches, the notorious leaker Jon Prosser has released a video purporting to reveal numerous details about the biggest Apple product of next spring: the iPhone Air 2.In just over eight minutes (which includes a minute-long sponsor message), Prosser spills the beans on the next Air’s release timing, design, strategic changes, technical upgrades, and color options. He even claims to know how Apple will alter the Air’s name across the ne…
    - 2 days ago 6 Jul 26, 10:38pm -