The Unofficial Apple Blog

• newApple Maps Ads Near Launch With iOS 26.5 Update
  Apple is taking a major step toward monetising its mapping service. The latest iOS 26.5 beta 2 update reveals new details about how ads will work in Apple Maps. The update includes a splash screen that explains the feature. It states that Maps may show local ads based on a user’s location, search activity, or […]
  - 3 hours ago 16 Apr 26, 8:23pm -
• newApple Rethinks Foldables With Material Science Breakthrough
  Apple is taking a different path in the foldable smartphone race. Instead of focusing on hinges, the company is tackling the problem at its core. Engineers are studying how materials behave under stress to reduce visible creases on foldable displays. For years, foldable devices have struggled with a common issue. A crease forms where the […]
  - 3 hours ago 16 Apr 26, 8:11pm -
• newCrimson iPhone 18 Pro Rumors Gain Momentum
  Apple could introduce a striking new look for its next flagship device. Recent leaks suggest that the iPhone 18 Pro may arrive in a deep crimson color. A well-known source on Weibo claims the device has a “high probability” of featuring this bold finish. Although the claim has not been confirmed, it adds to a […]
  - 3 hours ago 16 Apr 26, 8:00pm -
• Apple AI Chief John Giannandrea Set to Exit After Eight Years
  Apple is preparing for a major leadership change as John Giannandrea nears his final exit from the company. After stepping down in 2025, Giannandrea has remained in an advisory role. However, reports now suggest he will leave Apple Park around mid-April 2026. His departure appears tied to the vesting of stock options agreed upon when […]
  - 1 day ago 15 Apr 26, 6:29pm -
• Apple TV Immersive Event Brings Shows to Life in Los Angeles
  Apple is taking a bold step beyond streaming by launching a live fan experience for its Apple TV platform. The company will host a free “Think Apple TV” event at Westfield Century City in Los Angeles. The event will run across two weekends, from April 23 to April 26 and April 30 to May 3. […]
  - 1 day ago 15 Apr 26, 6:11pm -
• Folding iPhone Launch Rumors Point to September Reveal
  Rumors about Apple’s first foldable iPhone have intensified, with analysts and leakers offering mixed timelines. However, the latest claims suggest a clearer picture. According to recent updates, Apple could unveil its foldable device in September, with shipments expected by October at the latest. Earlier reports had suggested delays stretching into December. Yet, new information from […]
  - 1 day ago 15 Apr 26, 5:38pm -
• Apple TV+ Scores Five Nominations at 86th Peabody Awards
  Apple TV+ has earned five nominations for the 86th Peabody Awards, marking a strong moment for the streaming platform. The nominations span entertainment, children’s programming, and documentary storytelling. This recognition shows Apple’s growing influence in original content. Moreover, it reflects the platform’s focus on meaningful and diverse storytelling. Nominated Shows Across Key Categories The nominations […]
  - 2 days ago 14 Apr 26, 6:17pm -
• Apple Releases macOS 26.4.1 With Bug Fix Updates
  Apple has released macOS 26.4.1 to users worldwide. The update arrived on April 9 with limited details about its changes. However, Apple confirmed that it focuses on bug fixes and system improvements. Although the release notes remain brief, the update follows closely behind similar updates for iOS and iPadOS. Therefore, experts believe it addresses some […]
  - 2 days ago 14 Apr 26, 3:17pm -
• Apple to Close Three Stores, Including Unionized Towson Site
  Apple has confirmed plans to close three retail stores in June as part of a broader strategy shift. The affected locations include Apple North County in California, Apple Trumbull in Connecticut, and Apple Towson Town Center in Maryland. Notably, the Towson store holds special significance. It was Apple’s first unionized retail location in the United […]
  - 2 days ago 14 Apr 26, 2:58pm -
• iPhone 18 Dynamic Island May Shrink, But Challenges Remain
  Apple is testing a smaller version of the Dynamic Island for a future iPhone 18 model. Early reports suggest the company is experimenting with new front designs. However, shrinking the feature may not be simple. According to supply chain leaks, Apple is running A/B tests on two designs. One keeps the current layout, while the […]
  - 3 days ago 13 Apr 26, 6:34pm -

Apple Insider

• newSmartphone buyers are more loyal than ever, but they still switch to iPhone
  Smartphone buyers are becoming increasingly loyal to their chosen platform, whether that's Apple's iPhone or Google's Android.Buyers are switching from and to the iPhone less than everThe increased loyalty also means that smartphone buyers are less likely to switch from Android to iPhone and vice versa. That's according to new research that found that of those who do switch, Android users are more likely to buy iPhones than the other way around.However, switching does still happen. And Android p…
  - 2 hours ago 16 Apr 26, 8:59pm -
• newiPhone stops shooting solo with remote control in Blackmagic Camera
  Blackmagic Design's Blackmagic Camera app for iPhone further enhances professional workflows with Apple Watch control, deeper ATEM integration, and new hardware support.Blackmagic Design's iPhone camera appThe update shifts the camera app beyond standalone recording by tying the iPhone into coordinated production environments. Remote monitoring from Apple Watch, control through Blackmagic's ProDock, and support for dedicated focus and zoom hardware position the device as part of a larger, manage…
  - 3 hours ago 16 Apr 26, 8:09pm -
• newHow to get 10% off Apple AirPods and more when you recycle old devices
  Apple is running a promotion that offers a 10% discount on AirPods and other accessories when customers recycle their old devices, including very old iPhones and iPads.Apple is offering a discount on AirPods and other accessories right nowThe deal, which runs from today through May 26, is only valid at physical Apple Stores. Those who don't have an Apple Store within traveling distance are, unfortunately, out of luck.Apple also notes that customers must recycle their old hardware and buy their n…
  - 4 hours ago 16 Apr 26, 7:22pm -
• newApple Immersive Video documentary pilot died in microlight aircraft crash
  Apple invited paraplegic Claire Lomas to fly a plane while being filmed for an Apple Vision Pro immersive video, but she then suffered fatal injuries in an accident upon landing.Claire Lomas pictured in 2012 walking London Marathon - image credit: Lulu KyriacouIn 2024, Apple was making one of the first of its "Adventure" immersive videos for the then-new Apple Vision Pro, featuring spectacular feats such as Parkour running in Paris. According to Bloomberg, Lomas was being filmed flying a convert…
  - 4 hours ago 16 Apr 26, 7:11pm -
• newApple is using a record-high 30% recycled material across its entire product line
  Apple has released its latest annual environmental report with new milestones achieved, including 100% recycled cobalt in batteries, 100% recycled rare earth elements in magnets, and more.Apple claims it now uses 100% recycled gold plating in all Apple-designed printed circuit board - image credit: AppleIts 2025 annual environmental report was a tale of the company being under pressure to reach its 2030 target despite the new energy requirements of AI. But for 2026, the company can now point to…
  - 5 hours ago 16 Apr 26, 6:18pm -
• newNew iOS 27 Apple Intelligence features could boost Safari, Wallet, and more
  Apple will add at least four new iPhone Apple Intelligence features to Safari, Wallet, and more when it announces iOS 27 this June.New Apple Intelligence features are rumored for iOS 27That's according to a new report, which cites code discovered on Apple's backend servers. The new features are yet to be confirmed by Apple, but could bring additional functionality to a beleaguered Apple Intelligence feature set.Apple isn't expected to announce the iOS 27 update until its June 2026 WWDC event. Ru…
  - 5 hours ago 16 Apr 26, 6:01pm -
• newFirst iPhone 18 Pro variable aperture camera component is now in production
  A key part for the regularly rumored variable aperture camera in the forthcoming iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max has reportedly now entered manufacturing, on schedule for production of the whole system.iPhone 17 Pro has a new wider camera plateau, which could feasibly be used in the next model to incorporate a variable aperture mechanism.A variable aperture will be one of the most significant improvements Apple has made to the iPhone's camera system, bringing it another feature that's previo…
  - 6 hours ago 16 Apr 26, 4:49pm -
• newHow to download and install older macOS versions on compatible Macs
  If you've ever have to wipe the drive of a very old Mac, you know you need an old macOS to get it running again. Beyond Restore, Apple only grudgingly allows downloads, but others are trying to make it easier.You can download installers for most versions of the Mac operating system back to OS X Lion - image credit: AppleApple does rather prefer you to use only the latest version of macOS, but it's not as if it charges you to do so. Eventually you might need to buy a new Mac, so there is some fin…
  - 14 hours ago 16 Apr 26, 8:25am -
• newSmartWings smart roller shades review: bring in natural light to your Apple Home
  Smart shades from SmartWings connect via the Matter over Thread protocol, which makes them responsive, energy-efficient, and Apple Home compatible. Plus, they're a beautiful addition to any home.SmartWings smart roller shades reviewThere are a lot of gadgets you can add to your smart home like lights, locks, and sensors, but there's one category that's often overlooked. Window shades and blinds are a more luxurious addition to a smart home, but they're quite useful.I have cats, so my first thoug…
  - 17 hours ago 16 Apr 26, 5:29am -
• newDeepfake nonconsensual porn apps are advertising in the App Store
  Users looking to create nonconsensual deepfakes of unknowing individuals can simply perform an App Store search. If App Review has a job, it clearly isn't doing it.It is trivially easy to search for deepfake tools when they take out adsIt isn't just the Grok app that lets users create nonconsensual deepfake nudes and pornography. Apple did remove at least 28 such apps in January, and even threatened xAI with a Grok removal, but that clearly hasn't been enough.According to a report from The Tech…
  - 18 hours ago 16 Apr 26, 5:17am -

• newImprobable Visa & iPhone loophole leads to Apple Pay heist that'll never happen to you
  Researchers were able to pull $10k from a locked iPhone via a trick that requires physical device access, perfect circumstances, and specialized hardware. Don't let fearmongering convince you to turn off Transit Mode.Visa cards on Apple Pay have a very specific vulnerability that no one should worry aboutFear is one of the most prevalent emotions to utilize when looking to make some content go viral. If you watched TV in the past 40 years, a lot of late-night news broadcasts thrived on the "but…
  - 19 hours ago 16 Apr 26, 4:24am -
• newApple's mandatory 'AI coding bootcamp' could help make a better Siri
  Apple's engineers are going to attend a to multi-week AI vibecoding bootcamp, which in theory will help improve Siri.Apple will allegedly organize an AI coding bootcamp for its Siri engineers.Apple's planned contextual awareness upgrade for Siri still isn't here, nearly two years after it was announced at WWDC 2024. Development has hit some snags, and it's often been said that Apple has fallen behind in the AI race.However, the company remains undeterred. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discu…
  - 19 hours ago 16 Apr 26, 4:07am -
• newJon Prosser's last-ditch effort against Apple's lawsuit is the First Amendment
  Journalists are protected when they report trade secrets, with caveats, and leaker Jon Prosser hopes that this protection will be enough to have the lawsuit that Apple filed dismissed.Jon Prosser believes his Liquid Glass leaks are protected speechThings haven't been going well for Front Page Tech owner Jon Prosser. He leaked early prototype designs of Liquid Glass and has been sued by Apple for how he allegedly got hold of the materials.After failing to respond to Apple's complaints and placed…
  - 21 hours ago 16 Apr 26, 2:04am -
• newWhitelisted: Which router manufacturers aren't affected by FCC's ban
  The US FCC's ban on foreign-made routers is benefiting a very small number of companies. Here's what companies are blocked from import, which are exempt, and why, as of April 15, 2026.The FCC's ban applies to almost the entire U.S. marketIn March, the U.S. Federal Communications Commission implemented a ban on routers. Rather than targeting products from specific companies, it banned any routers "produced in a foreign country."The reality is that, since the vast majority of routers are imported…
  - 21 hours ago 16 Apr 26, 1:34am -
• newGoogle Gemini Mac app focuses on speed over deep integration
  Google released a Gemini macOS app that brings its AI onto the desktop, but after I tried it, I found that it works more like a quick-access tool than a fully integrated assistant like Siri.Apple Intelligence and Google GeminiThe app runs on recent macOS versions and lets users summon Gemini instantly with a keyboard shortcut. Users can analyze on-screen content with permission and work with files, images, and documents without leaving their current app.Google frames the release as a way to keep…
  - 22 hours ago 16 Apr 26, 12:51am -
• newNike board member Tim Cook pumps another $1M into shoe-maker's stock
  Apple CEO Tim Cook is on Nike's board. In what has been seen as a vote of confidence, Cook made a purchase of $1 million of the shoemaker's stock.Tim Cook's custom-made sneakers from an iPad Pro launch - Image source: Apple via HypebeastTim Cook has a long-time relationship with shoe and fitness brand Nike that has lasted for two decades. On Friday, the Apple CEO deepened his dealings by buying more Nike stock.In a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, Cook bought 25,000 Nike share…
  - 23 hours ago 16 Apr 26, 12:10am -
• FCC hands Netgear an effective monopoly on router sale in the US
  Following a total ban on non-US made routers, the Federal Communications Commission is allowing Netgear to sell wireless routers in the United States, practically giving it a monopoly. However, it's unclear exactly why that approval was granted.Netgear Nighthawk routerIn March, the U.S. Federal Communications Commission made the decision to ban imports of all foreign-made routers, due to national security concerns. At the time, no exemptions were made, so the ban affected practically every route…
  - 1 day ago 15 Apr 26, 9:56pm -
• Owning an Apple Home: Packing, moving out, moving in, and setting up
  Once you get a smart home set up the way you want, moving is an incredible pain. Join Wes as he shuts down his old house, packs up all the gear, relocates everything, and deals with friction along the way.Living in an Apple HomeSmart home technology has come a long way since Apple first revealed HomeKit in 2014. I got in early with Hue smart bulbs and built things out from there, but I was always a renter.In March 2026, I closed on my first home and moved in. Slowly but surely, I've begun settin…
  - 1 day ago 15 Apr 26, 9:01pm -
• Amazon's top $199 AirPods Pro 3 deal is back this April
  Amazon's latest earbuds sale delivers a $50 price cut on AirPods Pro 3, with the entire AirPods line eligible for discounts.Save $50 on AirPods Pro 3 today at Amazon.Apple AirPods Pro 3 are on sale for $199.99 at Amazon today thanks to a $50 discount (and ringing in within $0.99 of the lowest price seen this month).Buy AirPods Pro 3 for $199.99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 1 day ago 15 Apr 26, 9:00pm -
• Adobe announces Firefly AI Assistant as it expands into agentic AI tools
  Adobe is doubling down on artificial intelligence with a new tool designed to help users create and edit projects across multiple Adobe products.Adobe Creative Cloud logoAdobe's Firefly AI Assistant is agentic, meaning it can perform complex tasks and make decisions on its own. Instead of requiring continual guidance, agentic AI works independently to achieve a goal set by the user.So, essentially, you'll tell the assistant what you want, and the assistant will take the steps to make that happen…
  - 1 day ago 15 Apr 26, 7:32pm -
• Apple at 50: Spatial computing is the future, but when is the question
  In tantalizingly brief comments, Apple's Greg Joswiak and CEO heir apparent John Ternus have come closer to discussing the future of Apple Vision Pro than ever before.Apple Vision Pro review: stuck in placeAnalysts have called the Apple Vision Pro a rare failure, even if Apple sold $157 million worth in the Christmas 2025 quarter. Then there have also been accusations of Apple's penny-pinching means Apple Store demos failed to convert into sales.That's all subjective, but it does seem that more…
  - 1 day ago 15 Apr 26, 6:58pm -
• iPad Air with OLED now expected to have an early 2027 launch
  The long-discussed iPad Air will make its move to OLED in early 2027, with display panel mass production expected to start at the end of 2026.Apple's iPad Air with M4, without OLEDApple started to embrace OLED as a display technology with the iPad Pro, following after the smaller-scale display in the Apple Watch. However, while there has been some debate over when other models will get the same treatment, a report insists that it will be happening as soon as 2027 for one model.Multiple industry…
  - 1 day ago 15 Apr 26, 6:32pm -
• Freecash app scammed users and the App Store for months before removal
  An app called Freecash promised to pay users for scrolling through TikTok, and got by App Store review despite really tricking them to play paid games while also harvesting sensitive personal data to sell.Every new app goes though a review process, but Freecash got throughAt least the fake Ledger Live had a believable name, albeit copied from a genuine cryptocurrency app. In comparison, "Freecash" went all-in on the money-for-nothing idea that should have warned users that there was a problem.Ac…
  - 1 day ago 15 Apr 26, 5:09pm -
• Mac Neo should be the follow up to the huge success of the MacBook Neo
  Apple's Mac mini is in extremely short supply, under pressure because of demand for good AI hardware, and RAM shortages. M5 Mac minis are expected, but what about a MacBook Neo approach to a new Mac mini for people who want to get work done?Mockup of a Mac Neo, featuring a Mac mini chassis in Citrus color and with fewer portsBeyond having the components, Apple has all of the elements to make a "Mac Neo" Mac mini adjunct. There is proof of market demand, and proof in the company's own historical…
  - 1 day ago 15 Apr 26, 4:52pm -
• Grok nonconsensual pornographic deepfakes almost led to an App Store ban
  Apple reportedly threatened Grok owner xAI with an App Store ban if the deepfake nude generation issues weren't addressed. In spite of ongoing problems with the chatbot, the app was never removed.X and Grok faced backlash after deepfake problemFor several horrific days in January, social media platform X was flooded with AI-generated pornographic images involving non-consenting adults and minors. Many wondered why legal entities were slow to respond, but above all, why Apple was completely silen…
  - 2 days ago 15 Apr 26, 7:06am -
• Journey Summit Ultra 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station review: sleek, speedy, and expensive
  JourneyiPhone 17's 3-in-1 charging station, the Summit Ultra, keeps your iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch topped off and ready to go at a moment's notice — but you'll pay for that convenience.Journey Summit Ultra 3-in-1 Wireless Charging StationIf you're in the Apple ecosystem, chances are you've got at least two — if not three, four, or five Apple devices that need to be charged at any given moment. Journey knows this, which is why it's created its own take on a convenient multi-charger.The…
  - 2 days ago 15 Apr 26, 6:03am -
• Apple Store closures make sense to Apple, but not to the community
  Apple sometimes closes retail stores. The company always has private and public reasons why, but the communities and workers that are impacted don't care much about what they are.Apple Trumbull - Image Credit: AppleOn April 9, it was revealed that Apple was preparing to close three of its stores in the United States in June. The group consists of Apple North County in Escondido, California, Apple Towson Town Center in Towson, Maryland, and Apple Trumbull in Trumbull, Connecticut.After the initia…
  - 2 days ago 15 Apr 26, 1:17am -
• Bogus crypto wallet on App Store steals $9.5M
  Multiple cryptocurrency users have lost approximately $9.5 million after a fake Ledger Live app on the macOS App Store drained their funds.A fake version of the Ledger Live macOS app has stolen $9.5M in cryptocurrency.The world of cryptocurrency has always carried significant risks, and even iPhone and iPad users aren't immune to its dangers. Now and then, malicious actors find ways to steal money, be it via outright hacking or through a cams designed to drain cryptowallets.In April 2026, Mac us…
  - 2 days ago 15 Apr 26, 12:51am -
• Apple Business tools are now available to download for free
  Apple has made its newly refurbished business tools available for download, giving businesses ways to manage company devices, employees, and more.The newly refurbished Apple Business| Image credit: AppleIn late March, Apple announced that it would be releasing a consolidated version of its business tools. Formerly spread across three apps, the Apple Business platform aims to provide helpful tools to businesses of any size.As promised, Apple has released Apple Business to the App Store on April 1…
  - 2 days ago 14 Apr 26, 11:25pm -
• Save up to $200 on the 2026 Apple Studio Display XDR today
  Apple's new Studio Display XDR is eligible for triple-digit savings this week, with every model up to $200 off.Save up to $200 on Apple's new Apple Studio Display XDR.Expercom is slashing prices on Apple Studio Display XDR models this week, with discounts of up to $200 off and prices as low as $2,749 (the lowest seen since the monitor was announced in March 2026).Today's best Apple Studio Display XDR deals Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 2 days ago 14 Apr 26, 9:37pm -
• Steep Microsoft Surface price hikes may be a preview of the same from Apple
  Microsoft is feeling the sting of incredible RAM price hikes, and is now compensating by increasing the cost of Surface products by hundreds of dollars. If these market conditions and AI-driven shortages persist, expect Apple to do the same.Microsoft Surface Laptop, now more expensiveThe global RAM and flash storage caused by the demands of AI infrastructure build-outs and a slow scaling up of chip production has led to memory prices rising considerably in 2026. While the bulk of our reporting h…
  - 2 days ago 14 Apr 26, 9:17pm -
• Jon Prosser's silence stalls Apple's leak lawsuit as discovery drags on
  A new court filing shows Apple is still trying to trace how unreleased iOS details leaked, as incomplete responses from Jon Prosser during discovery slow progress in the case.Jon Prosser as a Tim Cook-like figure in a parody Apple Event video. Image credit: Frontpage TechThe company filed a lawsuit against Prosser and Ramacciotti on July 17, 2025. Apple claims the two accessed a development iPhone belonging to an Apple engineer and revealed features of the unreleased iOS 26.Apple argues that thi…
  - 2 days ago 14 Apr 26, 8:44pm -
• Amazon's $11 billion Globalstar deal has implications for future iPhone satellite features
  Amazon has agreed to buy Globalstar in a deal worth over $11 billion. It has the potential to add more satellite services to Apple's iPhone in the future.Messages via Satellite - Image Credit: Pixabay/Terry McGrawThe iPhone's satellite features, including Emergency SOS via Satellite, rely on connectivity from satellite service operator Globalstar. That company is now being bought by another tech giant, Amazon.Fulfilling rumors from early April, Amazon confirmed on Tuesday that it has agreed to a…
  - 2 days ago 14 Apr 26, 8:07pm -
• Long-awaited Zurich Apple Store upgrade stops short of flagship scale
  Apple has filed plans to relocate its Zurich retail store to Lintheschergasse 7, with construction scheduled in May 2027 and an opening expected that summer.Apple Store in Wallisellen, SwitzerlandThe company submitted a building application to the city of Zurich in February 2026 outlining the project. The scheduled plan is to begin construction in November 2026 and finish by May 2027.Apple's plan includes a redesigned storefront, an updated facade, and a reconfigured interior layout located near…
  - 2 days ago 14 Apr 26, 7:26pm -
• MacBook Neo vs Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3x: Inexpensive Mac vs Windows toe-to-toe
  Apple's MacBook Neo is a warning shot at the budget Windows notebook industry. Here's how it compares against the similarly-priced and popular Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3x.MacBook Neo [left], Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3x [right]The introduction of the MacBook Neo was a big event for Apple. Not only was it a new model for its MacBook catalog, but it was also a shift to cover the value end of the market.This is a price category that Apple has no real prior experience in, considering its premium-focused histor…
  - 2 days ago 14 Apr 26, 5:47pm -
• Sonos Play review: Sonos is back with the Goldilocks of portable speakers
  After a lengthy hardware hiatus, Sonos is back with its portable Play speaker. Between the impressive audio quality and AirPlay streaming, it's a solid choice for any Apple user.Sonos Play review: Sonos is back with a new portable speakerWithout getting too into the weeds, the last couple of years have been unusually tough for Sonos. The speaker maker took a lot of well-deserved flak for rolling out an app update that wasn't ready.This update revamped the UI, but it was also temporarily lacking…
  - 3 days ago 14 Apr 26, 5:48am -
• Blackmagic's camera for Apple Vision Pro content is now available for $30K
  Blackmagic's URSA Cine Immersive camera for Apple Vision Pro content can now be ordered, if you have $30,000. Here's what it can do, and who it's for.Blackmagic's URSA Cine immersive camera is here.Announced back in June 2024, the high-end camera was presented as an end-to-end workflow for the Apple Immersive Video format used by the Apple Vision Pro. Apple Immersive Video delivers 8K 3D video with a 180-degree field of view, along with support for Spatial Audio.With the Apple Vision Pro, Apple…
  - 3 days ago 14 Apr 26, 5:01am -
• iPhone Fold limbo: both delayed & still coming in 2026
  A new report has jumped on the bandwagon of announcing iPhone Fold delays, though it also asserts that the device will still arrive before the end of the year.iPhone Fold could still be revealed on time, even if manufacturing is delayedThe rumor mill has been churning at a rapid pace after news of a potential iPhone Fold delay appeared. However, different sources can't agree on exactly how long the delay might be.A new report from Digitimes hopes to clarify things with information from its sourc…
  - 3 days ago 14 Apr 26, 2:52am -
• iOS 26 boarding passes now available for American Airlines flights
  American Airlines has now become the latest company to take advantage of the revamped boarding pass system in the iOS 26 update.American Airlines now supports the revamped iOS 26 boarding pass system.At WWDC 2025, Apple revealed that upgraded boarding passes, with support for Live Activities and real-time flight information, would make their way to the Apple Wallet app with iOS 26. Improved support for tracking luggage with AirTags and Find My, along with maps data for airports, was touted as we…
  - 3 days ago 14 Apr 26, 2:21am -
• Apple Maps ads inch closer to release with iOS 26.5 beta 2
  Ads will soon make their way to Apple Maps, with the latest iOS 26.5 developer beta offering additional insight into how they'll work.iOS 26.5 beta 2 includes a new splash screen for Apple Maps ads.Following multiple rumors of advertisements coming to Apple Maps, the change was officially confirmed on March 24. With Monday's iOS 26.5 developer beta, Apple has now taken the first step towards bringing ads to the iPhone's built-in Maps app.The software update contains a new splash screen detailing…
  - 3 days ago 14 Apr 26, 1:12am -
• Testing of second iOS 26.5, macOS 26.5 developer beta builds now underway
  Apple is now on its second round of developer betas for iOS 26.5, iPadOS 26.5, watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, visionOS 26.5, and macOS Tahoe 26.5.Apple's hardware that works with the 26-generation operating systems - Image Credit: AppleThe second developer betas for iOS 26.5, iPadOS 26.5, watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, visionOS 26.5, and macOS Tahoe 26.5 replace the first, which arrived on March 30. However, Apple re-released the developer beta for iOS 26.5 on March 24, with a new build number.iOS 26.5 buil…
  - 3 days ago 13 Apr 26, 11:02pm -
• Old iWork apps are now gone, Creator Studio iWork apps are still free
  On April 13, Apple stopped providing downloads for the previous versions of Pages, Keynote, and Numbers. Instead, download the Creator Studio versions of the apps that are still free.iWork icons of both generationsApple's introduction of the Creator Studio brought with it new versions of the iWork suite to match. The new apps, designed to work better with the Creator Studio subscription, were provided while still allowing users to acquire the previous version of the apps.However, as of April 13,…
  - 3 days ago 13 Apr 26, 10:42pm -
• Amazon launches $50 discount on iPad 11 for April
  Amazon's April iPad 11 sale delivers prices from $299, with discounts of up to $259 off new and closeout models across the tablet line.Save $50 on Apple's iPad 11 A16 at Amazon.Amazon is kicking off this week with a return of a $50 discount on Apple's iPad 11 with the A16 chip in your choice of Blue, Pink, or Silver.Buy iPad 11 for $299 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 3 days ago 13 Apr 26, 10:22pm -
• iPhone Fold skips hinge problem, turns to material science to solve the crease
  Apple is approaching foldables as a materials problem by focusing on how the iPhone Fold display handles stress with adhesive layers rather than how other companies deal with the hinge.Render of iPhone FoldFoldables have been available for years, yet the crease continues to be the main compromise that distinguishes them from traditional smartphones. Initially, designs concentrated on hinges, support plates, and mechanical tension systems to flatten the display.These methods enhanced durability,…
  - 3 days ago 13 Apr 26, 8:53pm -
• Aqara W200 review, HomeMapper app, & heat pump talk with Mary-Ann Rau on Smart Home Insider
  On this week's episode of the Smart Home Insider podcast, Mary-Ann Rau sits in talk through the week's news and discuss the first heat pump to integrate with Apple Home.Smart Home Insider PodcastMary-Ann Rau is the CEO and co-founder of Merino Energy, a new start-up that just put its first product available for preorder. It's the Merino Heat Pump Mono and is the very first home heat pump to integrate with Apple Home.Unlike traditional HVAC units, the heat pump easily installs into any room with…
  - 3 days ago 13 Apr 26, 8:49pm -
• Joyously arty App Store animations join Finder Guy in Apple's new social media push
  Apple Japan has launched a series of TV and social media videos with famous local artists and animators taking the App Store logo on creative journeys.One example of the many new interpretations of the App Store logo being used in Japan - image credit: AppleThere's got to be someone new in Apple's marketing team, because the company is suddenly playing around with its usually protected icons and images. It started with the cute Little Finder Guy on Instagram, it's continued with an original Mac…
  - 3 days ago 13 Apr 26, 6:34pm -
• Seeing red: Another leaker jumps on the crimson iPhone 18 Pro bandwagon
  The next iPhone 18 Pro models will sport a deep red color, a frequent leaker claims. However, their source is apparently upcoming Android device launches.Mockup of a deep red iPhone 18 Pro MaxOn April 11, prominent leaker Digital Chat Station posted to Weibo about the iPhone 18 Pro. The machine-translated post claims that the iPhone 18 Pro "has a high probability of being crimson."Somewhat adding a little bit of confusion to the mix is the rest of the post. Apparently, the forecast is based on t…
  - 3 days ago 13 Apr 26, 5:13pm -
• Apple Maps did not erase Lebanon towns during Israeli attacks, insists Apple
  Apple Maps is facing another controversy as social media points to alleged removal of sites in Lebanon, but Apple says it never listed them.Lebanon in Apple MapsApple Maps had a controversial start over getting locations wrong, and it's more recently been used to reveal troop movements in Russia. But now that Israel is invading southern Lebanon, Apple Maps is accused of removing village and town names from the region.Apple has removed Lebanese village names in Southern Lebanon. Continue Reading…
  - 3 days ago 13 Apr 26, 4:54pm -
• How to prepare a tech emergency kit before the next blackout hits
  Long outages catch people off guard, but a few smart tools make it easier to stay charged, informed, and reachable while you wait for the power to return.Maintaining a tech emergency kit is crucialYou know how it goes — power outages are becoming more frequent and lasting longer. These days, our smartphones are our lifeline, not those old landlines on the wall.When you think of an emergency kit, you probably picture food, water, and first aid supplies. But let's not forget about those little t…
  - 29 Dec 25, 1:30am -
• How to make an external bootable drive in macOS Tahoe
  You can still make an external macOS bootable drive, but Apple's tighter security procedures mean you have to prepare for it before your internal drive fails. Here's how to do it all, and what's been changed from before, in macOS Tahoe.Any of these drives can be made into a macOS bootable drive with macOS Tahoe. Here's how.The SSD storage that Macs now all use is dramatically less likely to fail than spinning hard drives were, so you may never need to start up from an external drive. Only, that…
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