The Unofficial Apple Blog

• newApple Reveals 2026 Design Award Winners
  Apple has announced the winners of its 2026 Apple Design Awards, celebrating developers who created some of the most impressive apps and games on the App Store. The company revealed the winners one week before WWDC 2026, continuing a tradition that highlights innovation, creativity, and user experience. The awards recognize developers from around the world. […]
  - 23 mins ago 4 Jun 26, 1:00am -
• Apple’s Foldable iPhone May Feature Liquid Metal Hinge
  Apple’s long-running work with Liquid Metal may finally appear in a future foldable iPhone. A new report suggests the company could use the advanced material in the hinge of its first foldable device, a product many fans have anticipated for years. Recent rumors from industry sources claim Apple plans to use Liquid Metal for key […]
  - 1 day ago 2 Jun 26, 11:12pm -
• iPhone 18 Pro May Get Only a Small Battery Upgrade
  A new rumor has offered an early look at the iPhone 18 Pro’s battery capacity. According to a recent leak, Apple’s next-generation flagship may include only a small increase in battery size compared to the current model. While Apple usually improves battery performance with each new release, this report suggests the physical battery upgrade could […]
  - 1 day ago 2 Jun 26, 10:43pm -
• Apple Card Users Can Earn Up to $30 in Uber Cash
  Apple Card users have a new way to save money on everyday purchases. A limited-time promotion allows eligible customers to earn up to $30 in Uber Cash when placing qualifying orders through Uber Eats. The offer is available to customers who subscribe to Uber One and pay with their Apple Card in the Uber Eats […]
  - 1 day ago 2 Jun 26, 9:22pm -
• macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Fixes Unexpected M5 Mac Shutdowns
  Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, a small but important update that addresses a reliability issue affecting some Macs powered by the M5 chip. The update focuses on fixing unexpected shutdowns linked to certain content-filtering network extensions used in managed environments. Fix Targets Enterprise Users The issue mainly affected organizations that use content-filtering tools to […]
  - 2 days ago 2 Jun 26, 3:38am -
• iPhone Fold Rumors Point to September 2026 Launch
  Rumors surrounding Apple’s first foldable iPhone continue to grow. While recent reports have suggested manufacturing difficulties, new claims indicate that the device could still arrive in September 2026. The foldable smartphone, often referred to as the iPhone Fold, has become one of Apple’s most discussed unreleased products. As speculation increases, different sources continue to offer […]
  - 2 days ago 2 Jun 26, 3:30am -
• Apple Begins Early Work on iOS 28 and macOS 28
  Apple may still be preparing current software updates, but the company is already looking far into the future. According to a recent report, Apple has started work on iOS 28, iPadOS 28, macOS 28, and other operating systems expected to launch in 2027. The news may sound surprising at first. However, it reflects how large […]
  - 2 days ago 2 Jun 26, 3:21am -
• iPhone Theft Cases Highlight Growing Security Concerns
  A series of recent crimes involving Apple devices has drawn attention to the growing challenges faced by iPhone owners worldwide. From large-scale thefts to sophisticated scams, several incidents reported this month show how valuable smartphones remain to criminals. One of the most notable cases occurred in Illinois, where authorities arrested a temporary logistics worker accused […]
  - 3 days ago 1 Jun 26, 12:23am -
• Apple Wallet IDs Coming Soon to Virginia
  Apple is getting ready to expand its digital driver’s license feature to another U.S. state. According to information from a source familiar with the plans, Virginia is expected to become the next state to support digital IDs in the Apple Wallet app. If the rollout moves forward, Virginia will become the 15th U.S. state to […]
  - 3 days ago 31 May 26, 8:42pm -
• Samsung Targets Mac Users With New OLED Monitor Lineup
  Samsung has introduced a new lineup of monitors designed for Mac users. The company says the displays combine productivity tools, modern connectivity, and gaming technology in a way that complements Apple’s computers. The new range includes the 40-inch ViewFinity S8, the 32-inch Odyssey OLED G8, and the 27-inch Odyssey OLED G8. Together, they offer features […]
  - 3 days ago 31 May 26, 3:06pm -

Apple Insider

• newShort-sighted: John Ternus behind Apple Vision project refocuses
  Apple's head-mounted hardware plans are slowly being cut, reportedly by new CEO John Ternus himself, with Vision Air said to be killed off alongside Display glasses.Smart glasses like Apple Glass are in the future, but the whole vision-based category is allegedly troubled. The Apple Vision Pro was supposed to be the first salvo in a new platform for Apple to dominate. However, Apple has reportedly made some moves to curtail its ambitions for the head-wearable future.In an X post on Wednesday, an…
  - 47 mins ago 4 Jun 26, 12:36am -
• newApple's 15-inch MacBook Air M5 plunges to $1,099 in price war
  The best 15-inch MacBook Air deal has returned as Prime Day 2026 nears, delivering a $200 price drop on Apple's newest model equipped with an M5 chip.Grab the lowest price ever on the new M5 15-inch MacBook Air - Image credit: AppleYou can grab the $1,099 price at Amazon and B&H Photo in the Midnight finish specifically, with B&H stating limited supply is available at the reduced price. The standard 15-inch MacBook Air model has a 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU, along with 16GB of unified memory, a…
  - 4 hours ago 3 Jun 26, 9:16pm -
• newFirst European Apple Developer Center set to open in Berlin
  The first European Apple Developer Center is opening in Berlin, Germany, expanding Apple's educational initiative to a whole new continent.The auditorium of Berlin's new Apple Developer Center - Image Credit: AppleApple Developer Centers are places where Apple can provide developers with resources and assistance to make their apps. After launching in a number of countries, Apple's finally bringing the concept to Europe.Announced on Wednesday, Europe's first Apple Developer Center will be opening…
  - 7 hours ago 3 Jun 26, 6:46pm -
• newLondon's Wigmore Hall marks 125 years with new Apple Music Classical collaboration
  UK's Wigmore Hall is partnering in a new concert program that will see live recordings premiere exclusively on Apple Music Classical .Three years after its debut, Apple Music Classical has been adding listening guides and a dedicated app for CarPlay. But now it is following the mainstream Apple Music's lead in producing brand-new recordings, this time to mark the 125th anniversary of the renowned Wigmore Hall concert venue."Wigmore Hall Live has always sought to capture something unique — the…
  - 7 hours ago 3 Jun 26, 6:36pm -
• newMacBook Neo is the sole bright spot in a crashing global PC market
  A memory shortage that isn't expected to ease before the end of 2027 will drive global PC shipments down 11.3% in 2026, even as Apple's MacBook Neo puts new pressure on PC rivals.MacBook NeoMarket research firm IDC expects conditions to worsen through the year, with PC shipments projected to fall 20% year over year in the fourth quarter. Rising memory costs are limiting product availability and making it harder for manufacturers to maintain broad product lineups.PC shipments still grew 3% during…
  - 8 hours ago 3 Jun 26, 5:38pm -
• newElon Musk's SpaceX & Tesla email accounts must be handed over in Apple lawsuit
  After objecting to turn over relevant emails during discovery in a lawsuit brought on by Elon Musk, the judge is forcing the matter. Musk's email accounts must be submitted for review.Elon Musk's lawsuit against Apple isn't going his wayApple and OpenAI were sued by Elon Musk's xAI, now owned by SpaceX, due to alleged anticompetitive practices. The trial hasn't been going well for Musk so far, as it was accused of destroying and withholding evidence previously.On Tuesday, Judge Mark Pittman resp…
  - 8 hours ago 3 Jun 26, 5:38pm -
• newIndia's $38 billion antitrust case inches forward as Apple finally agrees to cooperate
  Apple has given up trying to withhold its financial details from India's antitrust body, although it did negotiate one last delay, and may have managed to greatly cut the up to $38 billion fine it was starting down.Tim Cook in a previous visit to India — image credit: AppleIt should have been a reasonably simple case of the Competition Commission of India (CCI) fining Apple over antitrust practices, and Apple appealing against that 2024 ruling. But it has become a more complex and protracted i…
  - 8 hours ago 3 Jun 26, 5:38pm -
• newApple's on-device AI protects privacy, Microsoft's cloud-based plans offer only convenience
  Qualcomm and Microsoft believe cloud-based AI wearables are the future, rather than entirely optional and secure on-device features like Apple Intelligence.Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon (left) with Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella (right). Image Credit: Qualcomm.Big tech has all but embraced the proliferation of AI. Microsoft and Qualcomm are the latest to suggest the future of hardware and software development lies in AI-first devices.On June 2, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and Qualcomm CEO Cristiano…
  - 23 hours ago 3 Jun 26, 2:44am -
• newFuture Apple Vision Pro could gain Apple Pencil that can simulate textures
  Apple has proposed an Apple Pencil-like stylus that could be used with Apple Vision Pro to convey the texture of virtual objects through haptic feedback.Apple Pencil can now react to the surface of an iPad, but in future versions could become virtual reality sensors - image credit: AppleThere's an old children's toy where one pencil is connected to another such that drawing with the first pencil also moves the second. A newly-granted patent is akin to this idea, except instead of copying or enla…
  - 23 hours ago 3 Jun 26, 2:31am -
• 2026 Apple Design Award winners include Cyberpunk 2077, Blue Prince
  As per tradition, one week before WWDC, Apple is revealing the winners of its annual Design Awards. There are some great apps and games on the list.Image credit: AppleEach year, the Apple Design Awards honor App Store developers who have created outstanding apps and games. Winners are selected from a list of 36 global finalists across six categories."This year's Apple Design Award winners are a remarkable reflection of how developers are creating exceptional experiences," said Susan Prescott, Ap…
  - 1 day ago 2 Jun 26, 11:48pm -

• A naming hint for Apple's macOS 27 may be hiding in plain sight
  Apple's social media promo for WWDC may have given away the name of macOS 27, as it has before.Big Bear Lake - Image Credit: Christopher Spence/PexelsEach year, the WWDC keynote has Craig Federighi joking about the "crack marketing team" that comes up with the name for that year's macOS release. While the keynote is still a week away, it appears the punchline has already been discovered.Posting to X, designer Andreas Storm explains that there's a very small clue in the small image appearing next…
  - 1 day ago 2 Jun 26, 11:35pm -
• iPhone Fold's wide screen means iPad's Split View is a necessity
  The layout of the iPhone Fold means Apple has to come up with a way to handle portrait iOS apps on a wide screen. The iPad shows the way forward.You can put apps beside each other on the iPad. The iPhone Fold should do the same. The use of a large internal folding screen means the iPhone Fold, also referred to as the iPhone Ultra, has a squarer aspect ratio than available in previous models. That can cause problems for typical iPhone apps, displayed in full screen, as they could be visually dist…
  - 1 day ago 2 Jun 26, 10:24pm -
• AirPods drop to as low as $99 as Prime Day 2026 approaches
  Prime Day 2026 starts in three weeks, but AirPods are already on sale, with every option from AirPods 4 to AirPods Max 2 marked down.Save up to $50 across AirPods earbuds & headphones - Image credit: AppleDiscounted AirPods prices start at $99 today, with both in-ear and over-ear options eligible for price cuts. Whether you're looking for AirPods 4 or AirPods Max 2, the latter of which were released in 2026, you can save double digits on Apple headphones. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discu…
  - 1 day ago 2 Jun 26, 8:37pm -
• Folding iPhone Liquid Metal hinge may pay off 16 years of Apple research
  A new leak backs up recent claims that the folding iPhone hinge will use Liquid Metal, which is technology Apple has been working on since at least 2010.Render of a possible iPhone Fold, showing the hingeIn March 2025, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo claimed that Apple would "use liquid metal materials for key components" of the iPhone Fold, such as the hinge. Now leaker Fixed Focus Digital on Chinese social media site Weibo, claims that this is confirmed.The leaker also says, in machine translation, that…
  - 1 day ago 2 Jun 26, 7:49pm -
• A new high-tech display might give a future Apple Watch better battery life
  A future Apple Watch battery could last even longer in the future. That is, assuming Apple adopts display partner LG's new screen technology.Apple Watch UltraApple actively works with its supply chain partners to improve the components used in its products. With the display being an extremely important part, it comes as no surprise that Apple has considered what the next big screen tech switch should be.Industry sources cited by The Elec on Tuesday claim that LG Display is developing and validat…
  - 1 day ago 2 Jun 26, 6:31pm -
• This is the way: WWDC 2026 attendees get to see 'The Mandalorian and Grogu'
  Those lucky enough to attend WWDC in person will now have the chance to watch 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' at the Steve Jobs Theater, with an as-yet unnamed special guest.'The Mandalorian and Grogu' will be screened at WWDC 2026. Image Credit: Lucasfilm.While iOS 27 and a revamped Siri will be the highlight of Apple's annual developer conference, it looks like the Apple Vision Pro will get some praise during the event as well.Jon Favreau, director of The Mandalorian and Grogu, spoke in April 2026…
  - 1 day ago 2 Jun 26, 4:48pm -
• iPhone 18 Pro will have only a fractionally higher capacity battery
  A new leak claims to have details of the battery capacity for the forthcoming iPhone 18 Pro, and while it continues the pattern of improving every year, this time Apple has managed only a minor increase.Mockup of a Dark Cherry iPhone 18 Pro - original image credit: Wesley Hilliard, recoloring by William GallagherBack in February 2026, a leak claimed to show that the iPhone 18 Pro Max would have longer battery life than its predecessor, but only by a small amount. Now according to a leaker with o…
  - 1 day ago 2 Jun 26, 4:45pm -
• 40 members of Congress take Towson union's side in letter to Apple's CEO
  Congress is increasing its pressure with stronger language in a letter from more members that claims Apple Towson is a "high-performing" store with 100 technologically skilled workers.Apple Towson is closing. Image source: AppleCongress doesn't think Apple should close the Apple Towson store, which also happens to be its first unionized retail store. Nine members said so before, but an additional 39 new members and one returning member have said so again.The letter states outright that the store…
  - 2 days ago 2 Jun 26, 6:03am -
• Apple Card users can earn up to $30 in Uber Cash through Uber Eats
  Apple Card users who subscribe to Uber One can now earn up to $30 in Uber Cash on eligible Uber Eats grocery and retail purchases. Here's how to get it.Apple PayThe promotion provides up to $30 in Uber Cash through August 31. Uber One members can earn $10 on one qualifying order each month in June, July, and August when they pay with Apple Card in the Uber Eats app.Eligible purchases include groceries, health and beauty products, pet supplies, and other retail items available through Uber Eats.…
  - 2 days ago 2 Jun 26, 12:49am -
• iOS 27's bill-splitting feature will help you claw back money from your friends
  An upcoming iOS 27 feature will help users split the bill with others, all by taking a photograph of a receipt with their iPhone.Apple Wallet will let you split the bill with others in iOS 27One of the constant problems of having a social life is splitting the bill at the end of a meal. While one person often pays with others promising to pay them back, Apple wants to make it easier to get that money from your friends.In one of the few feature updates arriving in iOS 27 during WWDC week, Bloombe…
  - 2 days ago 2 Jun 26, 12:35am -
• Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1
  Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create signific…
  - 2 days ago 1 Jun 26, 11:44pm -
• Update for iOS 26.5.1 fixes iPhone 17, iPhone Air wired charging bug
  A point release for iOS 26.5.1 has arrived, with the minor changes fixing a charging bug affecting the iPhone 17 and iPhone Air.The iOS 26.5.1 update fixes a charging issue in the iPhone 17 family and iPhone AirApple released iOS 26.5 on May 11, and is currently beta-testing an update for iOS 26.6. In the meantime, it has just dropped a new incremental update for iOS 26.5.1.As is expected for a point release update, iOS 26.5.1 doesn't introduce major features, but it does include an important fi…
  - 2 days ago 1 Jun 26, 11:31pm -
• Amazon's June iPad sale slashes prices to as low as $299
  The popular $299 iPad 11 deal is back for June, with Amazon slashing prices on Apple's entire tablet range.iPad prices have dropped to as low as $299 during Amazon's June sale.Steep discounts on Apple's iPad line are in effect at Amazon for June, with a return of the popular $299 iPad 11 deal. At press time, the $50 price cut applies to the Blue, Pink, and Silver color options.Buy iPad 11 for $299 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 2 days ago 1 Jun 26, 10:40pm -
• WWDC t-minus one week: 'All Systems Glow' with new wallpaper & playlist
  We're excited about WWDC 2026 , and after talking to some of you, you are too! Here's new wallpapers, an Apple Music playlist, and tips for developers, all from Apple, to keep the hype going.Apple has released new wallpapers with a close-up from Apple's new animation - image credit: AppleFor WWDC 2025, Apple announced it with the line "On the horizon," but changed it to "Sleek peek," with one week to go. That change was revealed by Apple's senior vice president of Worldwide Marketing, Greg Joswi…
  - 2 days ago 1 Jun 26, 10:11pm -
• Sketchy iPhone Fold production issue guesswork won't prevent a September launch
  Problematic hinge and motherboard claims aside, the rumor mill has decided that the iPhone Fold will be coming out in the fall of 2026. Only Apple really knowsA render of what the iPhone Fold could look like - Image credit: AppleInsiderThe iPhone Fold has been a hot topic of rumors, and in later weeks, has been subject to claims that there are production problems. Despite the varying viewpoints, that hasn't stopped more reports from surfacing about the flexible smartphone.The newest claim is fro…
  - 2 days ago 1 Jun 26, 10:00pm -
• Smart home connectivity explained on Smart Home Insider
  On this week's episode of the Smart Home Insider podcast, we tackle the daunting topic of smart home connectivity, breaking down the various options and what devices they're best suited for.Smart Home Insider PodcastGuest host this week is Jen Tuohy, who's been a regular participant on the show. She covers smart home for The Verge, among other topics.Starting off the episode we had a couple small pieces of news. Aqara and Dreame both had new releases to check out. Continue Reading on AppleInside…
  - 2 days ago 1 Jun 26, 8:20pm -
• Nvidia's N1X Apple Silicon rival is two years behind
  Nvidia has stepped into the processor market with its RTX Spark, but at first glance, it's clearly behind Apple Silicon by a considerable margin.The RTX Spark is attempting to take on Apple Silicon - Image Credit: NvidiaComputex 2026 is underway, and Nvidia has formally stepped into the processor ring with its own chip. Nvidia calls the RTX Spark a "superchip" for Windows PCs that have massive AI performance.This chip consists of an ARM-based Nvidia Grace CPU with 20 cores, as well as an Nvidia…
  - 2 days ago 1 Jun 26, 6:39pm -
• Possible iPhone Fold prototype shown in new image
  An image purporting to be of a prototype of the forthcoming iPhone Fold has been released by a fairly reliable leaker, but it's still as likely to be fake as not.Possible prototype iPhone Fold - image credit: Ice UniverseBack in February 2026, AppleInsider said that if the iPhone Fold is really coming this year, there should be leaks before long. There have been, too, although nothing as conclusive as the iPhone Air leaks of 2025.Now there's a single image of what's claimed to be a white prototy…
  - 2 days ago 1 Jun 26, 6:07pm -
• The final watchOS 26 final review -- better, but not better enough
  The watchOS 26 update has been fine, if uninspiring, in the year since its introduction, but all eyes will be on what comes next in the hope that Apple can woo Apple Watch owners with something new.watchOS 26 review: The best yetNo company can indeed release stellar software updates every year. And the lack of mindblowing new features perhaps speaks to a maturation of the Apple Watch as a whole. The watchOS 26 update isn't a bad one, after all.With a Liquid Glass redesign and a handful of key ne…
  - 2 days ago 1 Jun 26, 5:52pm -
• Apple's software chief: Who is Craig Federighi?
  As the Senior Vice President of Software Engineering, Craig Federighi is the main guy who can alter the future of iOS, macOS, and AI for Apple. This is what you need to know about the guy with the fantastic hair.Craig Federighi - Image Credit: AppleWhile Tim Cook is the best-known face of Apple, Craig Federighi comes in a very close second. A long-time presenter for the company during events, especially at WWDC, he is synonymous with the company's software launches and operating system updates.T…
  - 2 days ago 1 Jun 26, 4:58pm -
• B&H is blowing out 15-inch MacBook Air M4 inventory at $969
  B&H is blowing out remaining 15-inch MacBook Air M4 inventory at $969 with free expedited shipping, delivering the lowest online price exclusively for AppleInsider readers.Get a blowout 15-inch MacBook Air for just $969 - Image credit: AppleWhether you're looking for a Father's Day gift or need a new laptop to add to your own Apple setup, B&H's $969 15-inch MacBook Air deal is worth checking out. The last-gen M4 model, which originally retailed for $1,199, is marked down to $969 in Sky Blue.Buy…
  - 3 days ago 1 Jun 26, 10:26am -
• Sunday Reboot: Dear Hair Force One, help us all out at WWDC
  Dear Craig: Your operating systems need some help, and we all know it. Hopefully, WWDC won't just be a massive AI push.Craig Federighi, during one of the traditional WWDC skits. I know it's a bit weird writing to you, as you'd expect I'd be appealing to Tim Cook. He's in a bit of a transition period right now, probably telling John Ternus where the keys to the executive volleyball court are kept and other important matters.At the same time, you are the most appropriate person to write to about W…
  - 3 days ago 1 Jun 26, 4:42am -
• How to exorcise your HomePod and HomePod mini of 'ghost touches'
  Some owners of the HomePod and HomePod mini have been startled awake by music playing from their devices in the middle of the night. There are some things you can do to stop ghost or phantom touches firing up audio at random.The HomePod displayThe HomePod and HomePod mini are largely hands-free devices. Most of the time, you're directly interacting with them by voice, or through HomeKit, or using AirPlay.All models also include a touch-sensitive display in the top. While you could keep yelling a…
  - 3 days ago 1 Jun 26, 1:52am -
• Crime blotter: Man arrested for $31,000 iPhone theft
  London iPhone theft victims have reported threats, AirTag catches a burglar in Pittsburgh, and California prisoners did not receive iPads, all in this week's Apple Crime Blotter.Man in cuffs - Image Credit: PixabayThe latest in an occasional AppleInsider series, looking at the world of Apple-related crime. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 3 days ago 1 Jun 26, 1:33am -
• Longtime leaker joins others in saying Apple Glasses won't arrive until late 2027
  The Apple smart glasses with cameras and no heads-up display have been rumored for the end of 2026, but could now come at the end of 2027 instead. Though that's not the whole story.Apple's smart glasses ambitions don't stop at speakers and microphonesRumors about Apple's smart glasses effort have been increasing in frequency since 2024, but primarily from a single source. One other highly accurate source that has been in play since 2023 has offered a differing timeline, until now.According to th…
  - 3 days ago 31 May 26, 10:10pm -
• Surprising nobody, Apple's already working on iOS 28, macOS 28
  Apple is already developing its 2027 updates for iOS 28, iPadOS 28, macOS 28, and its other operating systems. This is entirely unsurprising.The launch of iOS 26 at WWDC 25 - Image Credit: AppleAs a major operating system producer and hardware manufacturer, it has to work long in advance to perfect its releases. While it has a lengthy schedule for products like the iPhone and Mac lineups, it can take just as long to get software out the door.In Sunday's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg, Mark…
  - 3 days ago 31 May 26, 9:37pm -
• Apple TV, HomePod mini updates are waiting for Siri's upgrade
  Apple's home hardware is about to get a shake-up this fall. While the Apple TV gets a bit of a performance boost, the HomePod mini will get a bunch more Siri functionality.A HomePod mini on a HomePodApple has long been rumored to be working on a new HomeHub, but other household tech will get updates soon. That includes the Apple TV and the HomePod mini.According to Mark Gurman's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg on Sunday, Apple has sat on new hardware for the two models for months. Indeed, th…
  - 3 days ago 31 May 26, 9:03pm -
• Like Apple Watch at start, Apple's smart glasses plan will challenge the entire industry
  Apple's initial plan for smart glasses is to take on just about every eyewear manufacturer, smart and not, with design and just a little bit of iPhone integration.Apple is gunning for the glasses industry with its smart eyewear - Image Credit: Pexels/Gustavo FringThe whole Apple Glass endeavor has focused mainly on the still-far-off augmented reality smart glasses. However, with a second version without AR expected to arrive in 2026 or 2027, Apple is trying to break into the wider glasses market…
  - 3 days ago 31 May 26, 8:21pm -
• Slimmer & lighter Apple Vision Pro is at least two years away
  Apple is said to be continuing work on a next-generation Apple Vision Pro in parallel with smart glasses, but it won't launch until 2028 or 2029.Apple's current Apple Vision Pro.Rumors of a second generation Apple Vision Pro have been circulating practically since the first model came out. Unsurprisingly, those rumors were a wishlist with the device being lighter, slimmer, and of course also have a reduced price.Now according to Bloomberg, all of these are being worked on. However, to fit with i…
  - 3 days ago 31 May 26, 8:02pm -
• Mystery Beats headphones appear around Lamine Yamal's neck
  A new pair of Beats headphones are on the way, as a new unnamed model surfaces in a series of Instagram posts by football star Lamine Yamal.A still from a video showing the new unannounced Beats headphones - Image Credit: Lamine YamalOn May 23, some mystery headphones appeared in an FCC filing, indicating a new pair was coming out of Cupertino. One week later, an Instagram post has shown that it's from Beats.The shots on the official account for Lamine Yamal showed the sporting celebrity wearing…
  - 4 days ago 31 May 26, 1:27am -
• Android Apple Music beta hints at alternate tiers, skip limits
  The Android client for Apple Music has hinted at new subscription tiers, opening the possibility for a cheaper plan with some added restrictions. It won't be free.Apple Music on Android has slipped some hints about future changesSince its conception, Apple Music has provided the same general level of service to all users regardless of their actual subscription plan. Sure, you can get it as an Individual, Family, Student, or Apple One subscription, but you get the same service across the board.Ho…
  - 4 days ago 30 May 26, 5:50pm -
• Save up to $1,300 on every 14-inch MacBook Pro M5 Pro and M5 Max
  Steeper discounts have resulted in the lowest prices ever on numerous M5 Pro and M5 Max 14-inch MacBook Pro configurations, with every model on sale.Save up to $1,300 on M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro laptops - Image credit: AppleWhether you're looking for the standard M5 Pro 14-inch MacBook Pro that's marked down to $1,999 at Amazon and B&H, or if you'd like to maximize your savings with Expercom's record-breaking $1,300 markdown on a loaded M5 Max spec, there are a variety of deals to choose fr…
  - 5 days ago 30 May 26, 3:35am -
• Abxylute M4 review: Smart design can't save a cramped controller
  The Abxylute M4 joins the growing trend of tiny iPhone controllers with an excellent concept, but its tiny layout and iPhone placement make it tough to use.Abxylute M4 review: a tiny MagSafe controllerI have mixed feelings about the Abxylute M4. It should be the perfect pocketable companion controller for my iPhone.However, multiple problems emerged the first time I picked it up. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 5 days ago 30 May 26, 12:33am -
• Detroit's controversial Apple Developer Academy has entered its 5th year
  The Detroit Apple Developer Academy's fifth year is underway, with the next generation of iPhone developers joining a program whose expense and success have been questioned.Apple's Detroit Developer Academy is into another yearThe only developer academy of its kind in North America, the developer academy is a collaboration between Apple, Michigan State University, and the Gilbert Family Foundation. It offers a range of free programs, including the option for a full nine-month learning experience…
  - 5 days ago 29 May 26, 10:35pm -
• The new Mac-friendly monitors in Samsung's lineup fix problems Apple displays still have
  A new wave of Samsung monitors is targeting Mac users with OLED panels, Thunderbolt 5 connectivity, and workstation features that Apple still doesn't offer in its own display lineup.Samsung launches next-gen Odyssey gaming and ViewFinity monitors. Image credit: SamsungSamsung's new lineup includes the 40-inch ViewFinity S8 S85TH, the 32-inch Odyssey OLED G8, and the 27-inch Odyssey OLED G8. The company built the displays for productivity and gaming, while adding features that fit naturally into…
  - 5 days ago 29 May 26, 8:14pm -
• iPhone leaks, Apple Vision Pro gaming, and the Ferrari Luce, on the AppleInsider Podcast
  You thought the Apple Vision Pro was expensive, but now you could choose between buying 180 of the headset, or one Ferrari Luce designed by Jony Ive. Or you could just enjoy the good, the bad, and the sometimes silly iPhone rumors that came out this week, on the AppleInsider Podcast.Some iPhone 18 leaks are good, some are bad, and others are just silly.It is the run-up to WWDC and it's also not really that long until the launch of the iPhone 18 range, so as always we're now bombarded with rumors…
  - 5 days ago 29 May 26, 6:18pm -
• How to manage notifications on macOS 26
  If your Mac's alerts are becoming a distraction, macOS Tahoe 26 includes simple settings that let you fine-tune how and when notifications appear.How to manage notifications on macOS TahoeIf you're like the rest of us, chances are you're getting a little tired of constant notifications from your devices. While this mostly happens on iPhone, you still can get quite a few notifications on Mac.There aren't too many settings to change on Mac, but there are a few you should be aware of. Here's how yo…
  - 17 Feb 26, 9:53pm -
• Twelve South Valet review: A bespoke catchall MagSafe charger that could be faster
  Twelve South's latest accessory is a bespoke, leather-laden valet that will charge your iPhone with an elevated MagSafe-compatible perch and is impressively customizable.Twelve South Valet review: A sleek leather catchall with MagSafe chargingLike it or not, chargers are a necessary evil in our lives. Realistically, they will likely remain so for the foreseeable future.When examining the available models on the market, which are numerous, several factors must be considered, including design and…
  - 17 Feb 26, 6:25am -
• Aqara U400 review: UWB home key will be hard to beat
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