The Unofficial Apple Blog

• Apple Marks 50 Years with Picasso-Style Digital Tribute
  Apple has marked its 50th anniversary with a creative digital experience that blends art, history, and innovation. The company launched a new animated homepage that takes users on a visual journey through its most iconic products. Notably, the design draws inspiration from the “Picasso-style” artwork first used during the launch of the original Macintosh in […]
  - 2 days ago 4 Apr 26, 9:34pm -
• Apple TV+ Revives Cape Fear as New Thriller Series
  Apple is bringing a fresh version of the classic psychological thriller Cape Fear to Apple TV+. The new adaptation features a strong cast, including Javier Bardem, Amy Adams, and Patrick Wilson. According to the report , the series draws inspiration from the 1991 film directed by Martin Scorsese and produced by Steven Spielberg. Notably, both […]
  - 2 days ago 4 Apr 26, 8:57pm -
• Woz Reflects on Apple’s First Steps in Computing Revolution
  As Apple marks 50 years, co-founder Steve Wozniak shared a grounded view of the company’s origins. He explained that Apple did not predict the future of computing. Instead, it focused on taking meaningful steps forward. According to the report , Wozniak spoke during a recent interview tied to the anniversary. He emphasized that Apple’s early […]
  - 2 days ago 4 Apr 26, 8:44pm -
• Tim Cook Rings Nasdaq Bell for Apple’s 50th Anniversary
  Apple marked a major milestone as CEO Tim Cook remotely rang the Nasdaq Opening Bell from Apple Park. The moment formed part of the company’s global 50th anniversary celebrations. Moreover, Cook stood alongside senior executives, highlighting unity within Apple’s leadership team. According to the document , Nasdaq invited Apple to lead the ceremony. This gesture […]
  - 3 days ago 3 Apr 26, 4:30pm -
• Apple Marks 50 Years with McCartney Show and Employee Gifts
  Apple has planned a major celebration to mark its 50th anniversary, and the company will host the grand finale at its headquarters, Apple Park. Notably, the event will feature a live performance by Paul McCartney, adding a historic touch to the milestone. According to details in the provided document , Apple has already held events […]
  - 3 days ago 3 Apr 26, 3:57pm -
• Apple Declares iPad mini 4 and Apple TV HD Obsolete
  Apple has officially classified several older products as obsolete, marking the end of their service life. According to the attached document, the fourth-generation iPad mini, Apple TV HD, and the 2017 MacBook Air are now on Apple’s obsolete list. As a result, Apple will no longer provide repairs or replacement parts for these devices. This […]
  - 3 days ago 3 Apr 26, 3:20pm -
• Iran Warns Tech Giants Like Apple Could Become Targets
  ran has issued a strong warning that major global technology companies could become targets in the region. According to the attached document, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) added 18 U.S.-based firms to its list of potential targets. The warning followed deadly strikes on Iranian citizens, which officials linked to foreign involvement. As a result, […]
  - 4 days ago 2 Apr 26, 7:35pm -
• Apple Tests Smarter Siri with Multi-Command Features
  Apple is preparing a major upgrade for Siri, aiming to make it more powerful and natural to use. According to details in the attached document, the new version will allow users to give multiple commands in a single sentence. For example, a user could say, “Start a timer and tell me the weather,” without pausing. […]
  - 4 days ago 2 Apr 26, 6:48pm -
• Warren Buffett Reflects on Apple Stock Sale Decision
  Legendary investor Warren Buffett has revealed that he may have sold his Apple shares too soon. Despite this, he remains confident in the company’s strength. According to remarks cited in the attached document, Buffett said he made more than $100 billion in pre-tax gains from Apple. However, he now believes holding the stock longer could […]
  - 4 days ago 2 Apr 26, 6:12pm -
• Apple’s 50th Lights Up London and Sydney
  Apple’s 50th anniversary celebrations have taken center stage across the globe. Recently, the spotlight moved to London and Sydney, where the company hosted two striking events. These celebrations highlighted Apple’s legacy while showcasing creativity through music and digital art. First, London hosted a lively performance at Apple Battersea. Meanwhile, Sydney transformed its iconic Opera House […]
  - 5 days ago 1 Apr 26, 6:56pm -

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• newAmazon's $100 Apple Watch Ultra 3 discount delivers lowest price of 2026
  With multiple band styles to choose from, the $100 discount on the current Apple Watch Ultra 3 is great for tracking your fitness during spring outdoor activities.Save $100 on Apple Watch Ultra 3 - Image credit: ApplePick up an Apple Watch Ultra 3 for $699.99 today at Amazon after a $100 discount (and reflecting the lowest price in 2026). Both the Black Titanium Case with Black Ocean Band and Natural Titanium Case with Anchor Blue Ocean Band styles are eligible for the triple-digit savings.Save…
  - 50 mins ago 6 Apr 26, 8:56pm -
• newHow to use digital IDs in Apple Wallet & where they are supported
  In a growing number of states, you can add your ID to Apple Wallet. Here's how to add them, how they work, where they are, what the limitations are, and what they can do.A digital driver's license in the Apple Wallet appWe're moving closer and closer to a world where you can ditch your physical wallet. You can already add your credit cards, debit cards, loyalty cards, tickets and boarding passes, and most recently — your driver's license to Apple Wallet.But the license rollout is not everywher…
  - 2 hours ago 6 Apr 26, 7:59pm -
• newiPhone Fold enters manufacturing test phase right on schedule
  A new report claims that the iPhone Fold has entered a key production stage and that, if it passes tests, the device will be launched alongside the iPhone 18 range in September 2026.The iPhone Fold may have all physical buttons on the right, leaving the left side clear — image credit: AppleInsiderFollowing rumors in March 2026 of Samsung Display planning to ramp up production of screens for the iPhone Fold, a new report backs up that schedule. According to leaker Instant Digital on Chinese soc…
  - 2 hours ago 6 Apr 26, 7:19pm -
• newWhat the new Matter update delivers to Apple Home users, on Smart Home Insider
  On this week's episode of the Smart Home Insider podcast, we cover the launch of Matter 1.5.1 and all the changes that are coming to Apple Home users after the update.Smart Home Insider PodcastThe Connectivity Standards Alliance has committed to at least two updates to the Matter spec each year. While sometimes we see a larger milestone update, other times it's smaller — as with 1.5.1.This update primarily focuses on improving the experience for cameras, which were added with version 1.5 in th…
  - 3 hours ago 6 Apr 26, 7:14pm -
• newStudio Display XDR may be used to look at your next MRI or X-Ray
  Apple made it clear at launch that there is a Medical Imaging Calibrator in the Studio Display XDR to allow for use as a DICOM monitor to view X-rays or other scans. It has now been granted FDA approval.DICOM settings available on the Studio Display XDRThe Studio Display XDR improves in nearly every aspect of the original and in some aspects of the Pro Display XDR it replaces. The smaller 27-inch display is still Retina with ProMotion and Adaptive sync.One of the headlining features of the Pro D…
  - 3 hours ago 6 Apr 26, 6:49pm -
• newVibe coding app's victory lap cut very short by the App Store
  The vibe-coding app Anything was pulled from the App Store, but the developer claimed victory after a return. Victory was fleeting, as the app is gone again, and nobody is saying why.App Store boots Anything, againAnything, a vibe-coding app for iOS that was pulled from the App Store, made a triumphant return on April 3. It celebrated by launching a $5,000 weekend hackathon and a credit giveaway on X, but that was seemingly premature.Checking the App Store on Monday, Anything is nowhere to be fo…
  - 3 hours ago 6 Apr 26, 6:27pm -
• newApple at 50: Michael Spindler, the CEO who brought in the clones
  He's Apple's Chief Operating Officer who became the CEO — but he's not Tim Cook. Instead, this was how Michael Spindler replaced John Sculley, and made himself ill trying to save the company in the 1990s.Apple CEO Michael Spindler — image credit: AppleMichael Scott was the first Apple CEO, brought in by Mike Markkula, who became the second CEO when Scott was shown the door. Markkula was then responsible along with Steve Jobs for recruiting John Sculley, until he was also shown the exit sign.…
  - 5 hours ago 6 Apr 26, 4:55pm -
• newSunday Reboot: Gift bags, China flubs, and iPhones in space
  In this week's "Sunday Reboot," Apple's gift bags and artifacts get a close look, China briefly gets Apple Intelligence ahead of schedule, and iPhones go to the Moon.The iPhone 17 Pro Max is in space. Sunday 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.This week, Apple Ireland was fined by UK regulators for seemingly breaking sanctions on Russia, an AI po…
  - 20 hours ago 6 Apr 26, 1:29am -
• newVibe coding significantly boosted App Store review submissions in 2025
  Submissions to the App Store have jumped by 84% year-over-year, with the growth of vibe coding believed to be behind the surge.Vibe coding has led to more apps being submitted to the App Store in 2025The continuing growth of AI services like ChatGPT and Anthropic's Claude has helped fuel productivity in many fields, including coding. While developers have been assisted by automated tools before, AI has led to even novice coders to create bigger things beyond their capabilities.It now seems that…
  - 23 hours ago 5 Apr 26, 11:02pm -
• newSave $150 on Apple's new M5 MacBook Air during Amazon's April sale
  The lowest price ever is in effect now on Apple's M5 MacBook Air, with a weekend deal at Amazon slashing prices by $150 (and there are numerous 13-inch and 15-inch configurations to choose from).Grab the lowest price ever on Apple's new M5 MacBook Air.Apple's brand-new M5 MacBook Air, which was released in March 2026, is on sale at Amazon today, with multiple 13-inch and 15-inch configurations to choose from.Kicking off the sale is a $150 discount on the standard 13-inch MacBook Air with Apple's…
  - 23 hours ago 5 Apr 26, 10:47pm -

• newiCloud email goes down for some users in an Easter Sunday outage
  Apple users encountered issues accessing iCloud, in what was a rare Sunday outage for the company's email, cloud storage, and associated services.Apple service outage iconsUsers of iCloud, Apple's online services, ware reporting issues in being able to access files. Sites including DownDetector and StatusGator showed a sudden surge of reports from thousands of users, encountering problems since 10 A.M. Eastern.The reported issues, for the most part, raised iCloud as being the problem. The range…
  - 23 hours ago 5 Apr 26, 10:32pm -
• NASA shares Artemis II crew's iPhone shots from space
  NASA has started to share images that the crew of Artemis II have taken of their trip to the Moon, including some taken on the iPhone 17 Pro Max.An Artemis II crew member's shot of Earth though a window - Image Credit: NASAMonths before the launch of Artemis II, NASA confirmed that the crew would be allowed iPhones to document the journey around the Moon. In galleries released by NASA, those first images are now back on Earth.The shots in the "Journey to the Moon" web gallery are a mix of images…
  - 1 day ago 5 Apr 26, 9:14pm -
• Crime blotter: A $2 million iPhone heist in Florida
  A British political adviser's stolen iPhone leads to a scandal, pro athletes fall for an iCloud scam, and iCloud evidence is used against a man accused of stalking the FBI director's girlfriend, all in this week's Apple Crime Blotter.The Alderwood Apple Store in Washington. Image Credit: AppleWelcome to an occasional AppleInsider feature, looking at the world of Apple-related crime. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 1 day ago 5 Apr 26, 4:46pm -
• UK hospital uses Apple Vision Pro to help patients visualize surgeries
  The Apple Vision Pro is being used to help patients in a UK hospital visualize upcoming surgeries, expanding the headset's use in medicine.A patient view from the Apple Vision Pro in a pre-surgery consultation - Image credit: Chelsea and Westminster HospitalOne of the problems with medical procedures is explaining what needs to be done to the patients, in a clear and understandable manner. To help some patients suspected of having endometriosis, the Apple Vision Pro is coming into play.An app de…
  - 1 day ago 5 Apr 26, 4:40pm -
• Exhibition at Apple Park lets employees get close to Apple's history
  As part of the 50th anniversary celebrations, Apple employees can check out a private exhibition of products and key moments from the company's history, all in Apple Park.The exhibition in Apple Park - Image Credit: @AlSultan_Meriam/XAfter weeks of public celebration in the run-up to the 50th anniversary, the festivities are now all internal for Apple now. In the latest event, it has been revealed that employees are now being able to look back at the products and hardware that helped build the c…
  - 2 days ago 5 Apr 26, 1:26am -
• AMD or Nvidia eGPUs can work on Apple Silicon Macs, but not for graphic acceleration
  Apple has signed a driver for AMD or Nvidia eGPUs connected to Apple Silicon but there are some big caveats, and it won't improve your graphics. Here's what they're for.An earlier time when you could use eGPUs with MacsWhen Apple announced the use of eGPUs with AMD Radeon cards in 2016, we were pretty excited. Full support shipped in early 2017 and for a few short years, Thunderbolt provided an excellent graphics-accelerating one-cable dock to our MacBook Pros.But even then, Apple has stubbornly…
  - 2 days ago 5 Apr 26, 12:09am -
• How NASA approved the iPhone 17 Pro Max for the Artemis II space mission
  Early images of the Artemis II launch showed an iPhone floating inside the spacecraft. Here's how Apple's smartphone got approved for spaceflight.iPhone 17 Pro Max is now in space following NASA's approval processNASA is very strict when it comes to what items are flown into space with astronauts. With the Artemis II trip around the Moon, it's marking the first time the agency is allowing the crew to carry iPhones in space.This is a big deal, as NASA has strict rules about what actually goes int…
  - 2 days ago 4 Apr 26, 8:11pm -
• Elgato Stream Deck+ review: completely unnecessary but totally compelling
  First, you can't see why you'd ever want a Stream Deck for your Mac, then you try one, and you will never give it back. Out of all the different models, though, the Stream Deck+ is best, and here's why.Get a Stream Deck+ and you'll never use a Mac without one againEvery Stream Deck is a Mac accessory that provides buttons to launch apps, perform entire sequences of tasks, or turn on your smart lights. You connect it through a USB-A or USB-C cable, and the difference in the models is chiefly in h…
  - 2 days ago 4 Apr 26, 7:55pm -
• AirPods Max 2 teardown reveals nothing has changed beyond the H2 chip
  Though the AirPods Max 2 offer new features, a teardown of the headphones shows they're still plagued by the same flaws of the original 2020 model.Apple's AirPods Max 2 gained the H2 chip, but not much else.Apple's AirPods Max 2 debuted on March 16, with their core feature being the H2 chip. With it, Apple's high-end headphones gained capabilities like Adaptive Audio, Conversation Awareness, and gesture controls, among others. Active Noise Cancellation was improved as well.However, as explained…
  - 3 days ago 4 Apr 26, 1:32am -
• Microsoft's LinkedIn is scanning installed browser extensions without user permission
  Researchers have determined that Microsoft's LinkedIn is scanning browser plug-ins and other information without permission, building user profiles using data that the company did not get permission to take.SafariA European advocacy group claims LinkedIn is probing browser extensions through its website code. Fairlinked e.V. published its "BrowserGate" report alleging LinkedIn detects installed browser extensions by probing for known identifiers through JavaScript. The group says the technique r…
  - 3 days ago 4 Apr 26, 12:35am -
• iOS 26.5 developer beta 1 gets revised release, for reasons unknown
  A new version of the first iOS 26.5 beta has now made its way to developers, but what's been changed is not clear.The first developer beta of iOS 26.5 has received a revised release.Following the full public release of iOS 26.4 on March 24, Apple started beta testing of the next major operating system, iOS 26.5. Monday saw the debut of iOS 26.5 beta 1, which inadvertently enabled Apple Intelligence for some iOS users in China.Apple has now deployed an updated variant of the first iOS 26.5 develo…
  - 3 days ago 4 Apr 26, 12:13am -
• Save $400 on 14-inch MacBook Pro M4 Pro with 20C GPU, 1TB SSD this weekend
  Amazon is blowing out M4 Pro 14-inch MacBook Pro inventory this weekend, with a staggering $400 discount on the upgraded spec with a 20-core GPU and 1TB SSD.Save $400 on a blowout 14-inch MacBook Pro with 20-core GPU - Image credit: AppleUpdate at 2pm ET on April 3:: Amazon has sold out of this deal.Shoppers on the hunt for the greatest MacBook Pro savings can snap up a $400 discount with a closeout deal on the last-gen M4 Pro 14-inch model with multiple upgrades. Continue Reading on AppleInside…
  - 3 days ago 3 Apr 26, 8:54pm -
• Apple's iPad is still showing the world how to do tablets, 16 years later
  The iPad was mocked at launch, has been threatened by rivals throughout, and yet still remains the best-selling tablet ever made, 16 years after it first shipped to customers on April 3, 2010.It's easy to name alternatives to the iPad, you could be here all day listing myriad Android tablets. But it's impossible to name even one true iPad competitor.For after all of these years since it launched, and after all of the rival devices that have launched after that moment, there isn't any one tablet…
  - 3 days ago 3 Apr 26, 7:21pm -
• Apple at 50, Siri, Apple Vision Pro, and vibe coding, on the AppleInsider Podcast
  Apple has marked its 50th anniversary, although arguably a year too soon but we'll get into that, plus there's good news for users of the Apple Vision Pro, hopeful news about Siri, and bad news for certain vibe coders, all on the AppleInsider Podcast.Looking back at Apple's history — image credit: AppleThe fiftieth anniversary celebrations are, quite reasonably, marking the half century since the partnership of Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne, was founded on April 1, 1976. But the…
  - 3 days ago 3 Apr 26, 7:06pm -
• 'The Bonfire of the Vanities' series headed to Apple TV
  Maybe the third time is the charm. Writer/producer David E. Kelley is adapting Tom Wolfe's "The Bonfire of the Vanities" novel into a series for Apple TV, with "The Batman" director Matt Reeves.Apple TV is dramatizing "The Bonfire of the Vanities" — image credit: AppleDavid E. Kelley is still best known for "The Practice" and "Ally McBeal" shows, but he's also the writer of Apple TV's "Presumed Innocent" and "Margo's Got Money Troubles." Now according to Deadline, he's dramatizing Tom Wolfe's…
  - 3 days ago 3 Apr 26, 4:50pm -
• AI porn startup sues Apple over arbitrary enforcement of App Store rules
  An AI company that was accused of enabling sexualized chats with underage chatbot characters and undressing real people has sued Apple for wrongfully removing its apps from the App Store.Ex-Human has sued Apple over AI app removals. Image source: Ex-HumanApple is in charge of keeping the App Store safe and clear of apps that openly violate its guidelines. This practice isn't always cut and dry, but a new lawsuit may be barking up the wrong tree.According to a report in the San Francisco Business…
  - 4 days ago 3 Apr 26, 8:47am -
• Apple's Q2 results will be reported on April 30
  Apple has confirmed it will be reporting its financials for the second quarter of 2026 on April 30, with the figures unlikely to be greatly affected by the industry memory crisis.Apple ParkAs per its fiduciary duty, Apple has to release quarterly results four times a year. For the second quarter results, that will take place at the end of April.In its notification to investors and analysts, Apple says it will be released on April 30. It will be followed by the usual conference call at 5 p.m. EDT…
  - 4 days ago 3 Apr 26, 6:09am -
• Tilta Khronos iPhone 17 Pro Max photography kit review: keeping the future-proofed promise
  If you're an avid iPhone photographer or videographer, you know that the right gear can transform a shot. Tilta Khronos is the answer for long-term use, even across iPhone generations.Tilta Khronos iPhone 17 Pro Max photography kit reviewI previously reviewed the Tilta Khronos iPhone camera system while connected to an iPhone 16 Pro Max. It was a fascinating system with a price aimed at pros, but one problem stood out — future proofing.I'll say it here at the top so I'm not beating around the…
  - 4 days ago 3 Apr 26, 5:30am -
• Developers that won the 2026 WWDC invite lottery are being notified
  If you've applied to attend WWDC 2026, now is a great time to check your email, as Apple has started notifying those invited to experience the event in person.Apple has begun emailing those selected to attend WWDC 2026 in person.Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference is an annual event held in June at Apple Park in California. This is when the iPhone maker previews new versions of its major operating systems, such as iOS, iPadOS, and macOS.Swift Student Challenge winners, members of the press,…
  - 4 days ago 3 Apr 26, 3:44am -
• iPhone 18 may get little more than a new color while iPhone Fold gets 3D printed hinge
  A new leak suggests that the hinge of the iPhone Fold will use "chip-level polymer printing 3D technology" and the iPhone 18 upgrades will be limited to color changes.The iPhone Fold will allegedly feature a 3D-printed hinge.With Apple's first foldable expected to debut in late 2026, we're now seeing more and more claims about its hardware. Following multiple rumors suggesting Liquid Metal would be used for the hinge of the iPhone Fold, another tipster has provided a new tidbit about the compone…
  - 4 days ago 3 Apr 26, 1:42am -
• Comedy-horror series 'Widow's Bay' to haunt Apple TV on April 29
  "Widow's Bay" blends genuine horror with character-driven comedy, creeping onto Apple TV at the end of April.Image Credit: Apple TVSet in the idyllic town of the same name, "Widow's Bay" follows Mayor Tom Loftis as he prepares to bolster the town's long-struggling tourism industry. Loftis is ready to battle long-held superstitions to earn the respect of Widow's Bay's citizens, who believe he's a coward.While he does manage to attract tourists, the victory is hollow. As old horrors bubble to the…
  - 4 days ago 2 Apr 26, 9:48pm -
• iPhones are going to the Moon on Artemis II
  NASA's Artemis II crew launched with iPhones on its mission around the Moon, but the devices are present as personal tools rather than officially part of the spacecraft's systems.iPhone 17 ProArtemis II, the first deep-space flight to reflect this change, sent four astronauts on a 10-day lunar flyby aboard Orion to validate systems for future missions. Just prior to this launch, NASA approved personal smartphones for astronauts in February 2026, ending a decades-long restriction on consumer elec…
  - 4 days ago 2 Apr 26, 9:23pm -
• Russians lose services and apps subscriptions after Apple fined for breaking sanctions
  Following Apple Ireland getting fined for paying out to Russian app developers, the company has also ceased all payment processing for the country, meaning users are cut off from buying new apps, or continuing to subscribe to Apple Music.Moscow — image credit:WikimediaArguably, if a user in Russia subscribes to a Russian developer's app, that's between them. But since Apple hosts such apps and takes a cut before passing earnings on to the developer, this means Apple is dealing with Russian bus…
  - 4 days ago 2 Apr 26, 9:04pm -
• Apple's brand-new M5 MacBook Air drops to record low price on Amazon
  Amazon is kicking off April with steeper discounts on Apple's brand-new M5 MacBook Air.Apple's M5 MacBook Air hits new low prices at Amazon - Image credit: AppleSave $85 on the 13-inch Air with 24GB of RAM and 1TB of storage, bringing the price down to $1,415.50 in Silver.Buy M5/24GB/1TB MacBook Air for $1,415 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 4 days ago 2 Apr 26, 8:43pm -
• Inside 50 years of Apple with the only original employee still there
  Apple has only had one person remain with the firm for its entire history. Still employee number 8, Chris Espinosa talks about staying there for half a century, and counting.Chris Espinosa, Apple Employee #8 — image credit: Chris EspinosaChris Espinosa has had very many roles at Apple, ranging from System 7 marketing manager to his position today on the tvOS team. But he was hired by Steve Jobs to write programs for the Apple II computer in 1976 — when he was just 14."It was really, really f…
  - 4 days ago 2 Apr 26, 7:57pm -
• There may be no black iPhone 18 Pro, continuing a new trend for Apple
  Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro will not be available in black, marking the second year in a row that buyers will have to choose a different color instead.Mockup of a deep red iPhone 18 Pro MaxApple ditched black for the iPhone 17 Pro in 2025, choosing to offer a new Cosmic Orange color alongside Silver and Deep Blue. Now, Weibo leaker Instant Digital has poured cold water on any hopes that the stealth option would return in 2026."It seems that the black of the iPhone 18 Pro has been cut again,"…
  - 4 days ago 2 Apr 26, 5:40pm -
• Apple Fitness+ chief to retire after no wrongdoing found in bullying accusation
  Jay Blahnik is to retire from Apple in July 2026, following accusations of him turning Apple Fitness+ into a toxic mental health work environment.Jay Blahnik - image credit AppleBlahnik and Apple were both sued over the Apple Fitness+ work environment in 2024, although the suit was not reported until August 2025. It came to light then as part of a series of accusations against Blahnik which claimed that around 10% of his 100-strong team had taken extended medical or mental health leave since 202…
  - 4 days ago 2 Apr 26, 4:46pm -
• Amazon looking to buy Globalstar, the company behind Apple's SOS via Satellite
  Apple purchased a 20% stake in Globalstar, so it has been thrown in the middle of the negotiations for Amazon to purchase the company. It powers SOS via Satellite on iPhone and Apple Watch.Globalstar powers SOS via SatelliteIt seems that Amazon could end up owning the infrastructure behind Emergency SOS via Satellite. The critical feature launched with iPhone 14 and has even become available with Apple Watch Ultra 3, but it relies on satellites operated by Globalstar.According to a Financial Tim…
  - 5 days ago 2 Apr 26, 5:22am -
• All iPad Air 3 variants are now on Apple's 'vintage products' list
  The third-generation iPad Air, in all its variants, is now officially a "vintage product," as more than five years have passed since its launch.All variants of the 2019 iPad Air 3 are now vintage, according to Apple.The iPad Air debuted back in 2019, five years after the second-generation iPad Air. Relative to its predecessor, the iPad Air 3 featured a larger 10.5-inch display, Apple Pencil support, and a much more powerful A12 Bionic chip.Both cellular and Wi-Fi only variants are have now made…
  - 5 days ago 2 Apr 26, 2:15am -
• Eddy Cue talks Jobs, iTunes, & F1 in 50th anniversary interview
  Apple SVP of Services Eddy Cue has been with Apple for 38 out of Apple's 50 years, and he's out celebrating the anniversary with an interview where he shares familiar anecdotes about his time there.Eddy Cue has been with Apple for decadesIt is Apple's 50th anniversary, so there has been a lot of celebration and press tours going on. Paul McCartney may have concluded the concert series, but Apple executives have been making the rounds on Wednesday.The SVP of Services, Eddy Cue, appeared on the in…
  - 5 days ago 2 Apr 26, 2:05am -
• Hasbro faces weeks of issues following major cyberattack and data breach
  Hasbro, the toy producer that controls major properties including Peppa Pig and Dungeons & Dragons, has been hacked. It's not yet clear if personal information has been stolen, but given the severity, it seems likely.Hasbro website maintenance notificationIn a filing to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Wednesday, Hasbro has confirmed it is the victim of a systems breach. The legal disclosure says that Hasbro spotted unauthorized access to the corporate network on March 28.The disco…
  - 5 days ago 2 Apr 26, 12:34am -
• AirTag 2 gets improved anti-stalking capabilities with new firmware update
  Apple has deployed a new firmware update for the AirTag 2, giving a significant update to an anti-stalking feature.Apple has issued a firmware update for the second-generation AirTag.The second-generation AirTag debuted in January 2026. Relative to its predecessor, the AirTag 2 offers more precise tracking from a longer range, a louder speaker with a bigger speaker coil, a thinner motherboard, and enhanced security features.The iPhone maker continues to improve the security capabilities of its s…
  - 5 days ago 2 Apr 26, 12:18am -
• Tim Cook celebrates Apple's 50th in a heartfelt letter to staff
  Tim Cook, in a memo to Apple staff worldwide reflecting on Apple's journey to 50, believes that the company's best years are yet to come.Tim Cook shares memo with staff in honor of 50th anniversary Apple officially turned 50 on Wednesday, with the company taking time to celebrate the achievements that have brought it this far. In honor of the occasion, Apple CEO Tim Cook sent a letter to his staff, reflecting on how the company has gone and where it may go in the future.He begins the memo with a…
  - 5 days ago 1 Apr 26, 11:53pm -
• Tim Cook checks out Apple's archive, containing items he's not seen before
  Apple has its own archives of product prototypes and important documents. As part of its 50th celebrations, CEO Tim Cook gave a sneak peek inside Apple's historical vault, including some items he had never seen before.Tim Cook closely inspecting a news clipping - Image Credit: Wall Street JournalApril 1 marks the 50th anniversary of Apple as a company, and the celebration has led to a lot of events and reports on the company. Continuing to mark the occasion, Apple CEO Tim Cook took time out of h…
  - 5 days ago 1 Apr 26, 11:52pm -
• AirPods Max 2 arrive in stores with strong supply & no launch delays
  AirPods Max 2 are available in Apple Stores worldwide, with online orders from March 25 arriving on schedule, and good stock at retail.AirPods Max 2Apple's retail rollout puts the updated over-ear headphones directly into stores alongside active deliveries. The company has enough inventory ahead of release to support that kind of immediate access, as there are no delays in shipping times.Availability across multiple regions reinforces that this is a broad, well-supplied launch rather than a stag…
  - 5 days ago 1 Apr 26, 11:08pm -
• Patch to protect iOS 18 holdouts from DarkSword is out
  Apple has released another patch for iOS 18, protecting users that don't want to upgrade to iOS 26 from dangerous DarkSword attacks.Seriously, update your iPhone. The unscheduled patch for iOS 18 users is an unusual one for Apple. While it does patch older versions of its operating systems for various reasons, it is usually to help those who cannot update their iPhone's operating system to the current version.In this instance, Apple has created a so-called "backport" patch for iOS 18. This one i…
  - 5 days ago 1 Apr 26, 10:52pm -
• Sonnet returns with another best-in-class Thunderbolt 5 dock
  We've gotten our hands on Sonnet's Echo 21 Thunderbolt 5 SuperDock, and it is a massive connectivity upgrade adding 12 USB and Thunderbolt ports, storage, and more to your Mac with one cable.Sonnet Echo 21 Thunderbolt 5 SuperDockUSB-C and Thunderbolt docks help solve a persistent problem for Apple's MacBook lines by adding more points of connectivity that Apple doesn't include. In its latest Thunderbolt dock release, Sonnet is supersizing the options for end users.The Sonnet Echo 21 Thunderbolt…
  - 5 days ago 1 Apr 26, 9:57pm -
• Amazon issues AirPods Max 2 price drop on launch day
  Apple's new AirPods Max 2 over-ear headphones are in stock and on sale as retailers engage in a price war to compete for your business on launch day.Save on AirPods Max 2 on launch day - Image credit: AppleAirPods Max 2 officially launched today, and Amazon and Walmart are already competing for your business with a $20 discount on the Midnight color option. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 5 days ago 1 Apr 26, 9:55pm -
• iPad Pro & Nintendo Switch 2 are perfect companions with a portable dock
  The Nintendo Switch 2 requires a compatible dock to work, and the official one is quite big, but Antank has a functioning dock that works great at a desk and on the go with your iPad Pro.iPad Pro can be a display for the Nintendo Switch 2When Apple introduced support for connecting devices like capture cards via USB-C in iPadOS 17, my first idea was to use the iPad Pro as a portable Nintendo Switch display. Due to restrictions with how the Nintendo Switch 2 works, third-party docks are harder to…
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• Huion Kamvas Pro 24 (Gen 3) drawing tablet Review: Wacom is in trouble
  The third-generation Huion Kamvas Pro 24 is an excellent pen display for digital artists to use while working on their Mac. Wacom should be afraid.Huion Kamvas Pro 24 (Gen 3) review - in useAs a professional digital illustrator, pen display tablets are the lifeblood of my work and the backbone behind everything I create. I know when a pen display delivers or when they fall short.We're living in a time where new pen display releases steadily hit the market. The juggernaut that is Wacom is no long…
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