The Unofficial Apple Blog

• newiPhone 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 […]
  - 4 hours ago 13 Apr 26, 6:34pm -
• newApple Intelligence Flaw Raises Prompt Injection Security Concerns
  New findings have raised concerns about the security of Apple’s on-device AI system, Apple Intelligence. Researchers revealed that attackers can manipulate the system using prompt injection techniques. As a result, they may influence how the AI responds and behaves. According to the report, researchers achieved a 76% success rate during testing. They used adversarial prompts […]
  - 4 hours ago 13 Apr 26, 6:10pm -
• newMac Bug Cuts Internet After 49 Days Without Restart
  A newly discovered macOS bug can disable internet access on Macs after extended use. The issue appears after exactly 49 days, 17 hours, two minutes, and 47 seconds of uptime. Although this sounds unusual, the fix is simple. Users only need to restart their Mac before reaching that time limit. How the Bug Was Discovered […]
  - 5 hours ago 13 Apr 26, 5:14pm -
• Apple Expands Repair Program for iPhone 17e & MacBook Neo
  Apple has expanded its Self Service Repair program by adding support for several new devices. The latest update includes parts for the iPhone 17e, MacBook Neo, and more. This move signals Apple’s continued effort to improve repair access. As a result, users can now fix more devices at home with official parts and tools. New […]
  - 1 day ago 12 Apr 26, 8:58pm -
• Dark Matter Season 2 Expands Into a Multiverse Epic
  Apple is taking Dark Matter to a new level with its second season. The sci-fi series now moves beyond a single storyline into a wider multiverse narrative. The company revealed new details and a preview on April 7. As a result, fans now expect a more complex and layered story. Returning Cast and New Challenges […]
  - 1 day ago 12 Apr 26, 8:30pm -
• Apple Faces Fresh Criticism Over Device Repairability
  Apple continues to face criticism over how easy its devices are to repair. A new 2026 report highlights ongoing concerns, even as the company introduces improvements. Although Apple has made progress, critics say it still falls behind competitors. As a result, repairability remains a key issue for consumers and regulators. MacBook Neo Shows Progress Apple […]
  - 1 day ago 12 Apr 26, 7:46pm -
• Apple Relies on Samsung for iPhone Fold Displays
  Apple is moving forward with its first foldable iPhone, but it faces a major limitation. The company has reportedly signed an exclusive deal with Samsung Display to supply its foldable screens. This agreement marks a shift in Apple’s usual strategy. Typically, Apple works with multiple suppliers to reduce risk and control costs. However, in this […]
  - 2 days ago 11 Apr 26, 7:04pm -
• Steam Link Expands to Apple Vision Pro in Beta
  Valve is expanding its Steam Link platform to the Apple Vision Pro, opening new possibilities for gamers. The company has released a native version of the app through Apple’s TestFlight program. This move allows users to stream games directly from their Mac or PC to Apple’s mixed reality headset. As a result, Vision Pro is […]
  - 2 days ago 11 Apr 26, 5:23pm -
• Apple Fitness+ Launches New 3-Week Pilates Program
  Apple has introduced a new Pilates course on its Fitness+ platform, aiming to make guided workouts more accessible to users. The program, titled “3 Perfect Weeks of Pilates,” offers a structured approach to building strength and flexibility. This latest addition reflects Apple’s ongoing effort to expand its digital fitness services. It also highlights the growing […]
  - 2 days ago 11 Apr 26, 4:12pm -
• Apple’s Foldable iPhone May Launch as iPhone Ultra
  Apple’s long-rumored foldable iPhone may arrive under a new name: iPhone Ultra. Recent leaks suggest the company could position the device as a premium model above its current Pro lineup. While Apple has not confirmed the branding, multiple sources now point to the same name. As a result, speculation around the Ultra label continues to […]
  - 3 days ago 10 Apr 26, 6:12pm -

Apple Insider

• newAmazon 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
  - 4 mins ago 13 Apr 26, 10:22pm -
• newMac 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…
  - 12 mins ago 13 Apr 26, 10:14pm -
• newiPhone 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,…
  - 2 hours ago 13 Apr 26, 8:53pm -
• newAqara 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…
  - 2 hours ago 13 Apr 26, 8:49pm -
• newJoyously 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…
  - 4 hours ago 13 Apr 26, 6:34pm -
• newSeeing 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…
  - 5 hours ago 13 Apr 26, 5:13pm -
• newApple 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…
  - 6 hours ago 13 Apr 26, 4:54pm -
• newSunday Reboot: MacBook Neo upgrades, masses of Mac minis, and iPhone re-entry
  In this week's "Sunday Reboot," a storage upgrade for the MacBook Neo, an excuse to buy many Mac minis, and the iPhones come back to Earth with a late congratulatory message.Image credits: NASA/OvercastSunday 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, researchers managed to get around Apple Intelligence security measures using prompt injectio…
  - 21 hours ago 13 Apr 26, 1:26am -
• Apple's future smart glasses plan is just part of a larger computer vision play
  Apple Glass will be a direct competitor to Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses, but it will be only a part of a larger three-pronged AI wearable strategy for the company. Here's what's coming.Optimistic renders of what Apple Glass could look like - Image Credit: AppleInsiderApple has long been working on its smart glasses, known as Apple Glass. What is anticipated to actually launch will be quite close to what the existing Meta Ray-Bans can already do.In Sunday's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg, Ma…
  - 1 day ago 12 Apr 26, 9:14pm -
• Eight years later, Apple quietly shuts the door on AI chief John Giannandrea
  Since his retirement was announced in 2025, Apple Intelligence head John Giannandrea has been reduced to the role of an advisor, but is now expected to exit Apple Park shortly.John Giannandrea - image credit: AppleIf you spend your notice period at home, you're on gardening leave. If you spend it at work and you're waiting for when your contracted stock bonuses realize, it's called "rest and vest".It appears that the stock options agreed for John Giannandrea's contract when Apple hired him in 20…
  - 1 day ago 12 Apr 26, 8:26pm -

• Apple chiefs welcome Artemis II back to Earth after the best Shot on iPhone campaign ever
  Apple CEO Tim Cook and SVP of Marketing Greg Joswiak have welcomed the crew of Artemis II back to Earth, after what is probably the most expensive Shot on iPhone event in history.Looking at Earth from Artemis II, shot on an iPhone. - Image Credit: NASAOn Friday evening, the crew of Artemis II splashed down on the coast of San Diego. It brought to an end the ten-day mission, which saw four astronauts take off, fly around the moon, and return home.As the three NASA and one Canadian Space Agency cr…
  - 1 day ago 12 Apr 26, 6:46pm -
• Today only: Grab AirPods Max USB-C for $399.95 ($150 off)
  B&H's AirPods Max flash Deal Zone slashes $150 off the original retail price of the over-ear headphones with USB-C.Grab AirPods Max USB-C for just $399.95 today only - Image credit: AppleThe flash deal, which discounts first-gen AirPods Max with USB-C to $399.95, is valid today only at Apple Authorized Reseller B&H Photo.Buy AirPods Max for $399.95 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 1 day ago 12 Apr 26, 12:10pm -
• RAM pinch: More Mac Studio & some Mac mini configs not available from Apple online
  Some configurations of Mac mini and Mac Studio aren't available in Apple's online store. It's an indicator that a desktop Mac refresh is on the way.Mac StudioSo far, Apple's updates to bring its products up to the M5 chip generation has involved portable products, like the MacBook Pro. While the world waits for desktop Macs to get the same treatment, it seems that Apple is preparing for its own product launches.Customers attempting to buy some models of Mac mini and Mac Studio from the online Ap…
  - 2 days ago 12 Apr 26, 12:33am -
• QiDi Max 4 review: The FDM multicolor printer that you want
  The QIDI Max 4 is a 3D printer capable of multi-color printing, equipped with heating and cooling elements and a massive build volume. It's a serious 3D printer for those who need it.QIDI Max 4 3D Printer ReviewI consider myself a professional amateur 3D printing hobbyist. The Anet A8 was my starter printer about five years ago. Between then and now, I've picked up and messed with a Creality Ender 3 and an Anycubic Photon series resin printer.More recently, I've even tried my hand at building my…
  - 2 days ago 11 Apr 26, 7:55pm -
• Game development diary: TestFlight, trial by fire, and a trophy
  The in-development word game "Character Limit" faced testers in the last two months, but as TestFlight got underway, an unexpected game convention opportunity went especially well.A tale of two tests: TestFlight and a gaming convention. Back in early February, Character Limit had reached a good stopping point to get some testing done with real players. A lot of the work had been done, so now it was time to get some bug fixing and polishing done, and to get some real feedback.This previously came…
  - 3 days ago 11 Apr 26, 12:25am -
• Century City will be hosting an immersive fan experience for Apple TV shows
  Apple is taking Apple TV off the screen and into the real world with a public fan event designed to showcase its growing slate of original series.Apple TV 4KThe company will host a free "Think Apple TV" activation at Westfield Century City in Los Angeles across two weekends, running April 23 through April 26 and April 30 through May 3.Interactive experiences tied to shows include Pluribus, Shrinking, Your Friends & Neighbors, The Morning Show, Slow Horses, Stick, and Margo's Got Money Troubles.…
  - 3 days ago 10 Apr 26, 11:14pm -
• Folding iPhone unveiling & shipment date rumors are all over the place
  It's been a wild week for folding iPhone rumors, with battles about what it will be called, release timing, when orders will ship, and more. On Friday, one prolific leaker jumped in and claims the device will ship in October at the latest.Apple's foldable iPhone is now closer to release than everThis comes following numerous back-and-forth reports that foldable iPhone buyers would have to wait until as late as December for their new devices. Writing in a post on the Weibo social network, leaker…
  - 3 days ago 10 Apr 26, 10:29pm -
• Grab Apple's M5 MacBook Air for $949 this weekend, record low price
  Thanks to a $150 discount, shoppers can grab Apple's 2026 M5 MacBook Air 13-inch for a record low $949.Get the lowest 13-inch MacBook Air price this weekend at Amazon - Image credit: AppleThe 13-inch MacBook Air (2026) is now equipped with Apple's M5 chip that features a 10-core CPU with 4 super cores and 6 efficiency cores. This allows a performance boost over the M4 model. In the standard spec, which is on sale for $949 at Amazon this weekend, you'll also get an 8-core GPU, 16GB of unified mem…
  - 3 days ago 10 Apr 26, 10:03pm -
• 14-inch MacBook Pro M5 vs Asus Zenbook A16: $2,000 shootout
  The Asus Zenbook A16 is a thin and light Windows notebook aiming to take the portability crown from Apple. Here's how it compares against a similarly-priced MacBook Pro.M5 14-inch MacBook Pro vs Asus Zenbook A16For our spec-sheet brawl, we're going to put the $1,999 Asus Zenbook A16 against the 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5. As much as we would compare the similarly-sized 16-inch MacBook Pro, the other upgrades to the base-spec version pushes it to $2,699, which is a bit too high.To make it a litt…
  - 3 days ago 10 Apr 26, 8:10pm -
• iPhone Fold, MacBook Neo, and iPhones in Space, on the AppleInsider Podcast
  There is a huge amount to say about the latest iPhone Fold rumors, and a lesson for Apple in how the MacBook Neo could even be too successful, on the AppleInsider Podcast.Even on Earth, iPhones are so light they feel as if they could floatAfter months or even really years of rumors and expectations over the iPhone Fold, it really does look as if one is coming. There's still the issue of when, as conflicting reports are arguing over a range of dates, but they all agree it's coming.Not all of them…
  - 3 days ago 10 Apr 26, 6:03pm -
• Apple Pay scams are rife, here's how to protect yourself and your money
  Apple Pay is a quick and safe way to make purchases in person and online, but a new type of scam may use your faith in the system to steal thousands of dollars from you.Apple Pay is safe and secure, but scammers still target itThat's the warning from consumer advocacy outfit Consumer Affairs following a spate of Apple Pay-related scams. Fraudsters know that people trust Apple and the Apple Pay system, and they're using that trust as the basis for their scams.The goal, as ever, is to confuse peop…
  - 3 days ago 10 Apr 26, 5:51pm -
• 'Pluribus,' 'Mr Scorsese,' and more Apple TV shows nominated for Peabody Awards
  Apple TV has earned five nominations for the 86th Peabody Awards, honoring the streamer across entertainment, children's, and factual programming.Pluribus — image credit: AppleThe Peabody Awards exist to celebrate storytelling across different media, and across different forms from television to radio and podcasts. Apple TV won its first Peabody in 2021, getting it for "Ted Lasso" and specifically the show's radical optimism.For the 86th annual Peabody Awards, Apple TV has been nominated acros…
  - 3 days ago 10 Apr 26, 5:06pm -
• How to keep an older iPad safe, reliable & useful over time
  Older iPad tablets often remain in daily use years after purchase, making long-term maintenance increasingly important as hardware ages. Here's how to restore their usefulness and keep them running safely.The iPad rehab guideMany iPads become obsolete before they cease functioning due to the evolution of demanding workflows. Consequently, they are often repurposed for lighter tasks such as smart home control, media playback, or casual browsing.Despite steady pressure to upgrade, most iPads can r…
  - 3 days ago 10 Apr 26, 4:38pm -
• Pixelmator Pro & Logic get big upgrades, rest of iWork gets minor ones
  Apple rolled out updates across its creative and productivity apps. Logic Pro and Pixelmator Pro gain new features while the rest of the iWork lineup got bug fixes and stability improvements.Apple Creator Studio appsApple's Creator Studio bundle includes pro tools like Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Motion, Compressor, and Pixelmator Pro, along with productivity apps like Pages, Keynote, and Numbers. It's a unified platform for creating and publishing across different workflows.Apple delivered update…
  - 4 days ago 10 Apr 26, 12:20am -
• Apple has released macOS 26.4.1 with unspecified bug fixes
  On April 9, Apple released macOS 26.4.1 to the public, alongside vague release notes that just discuss that the update contains bug fixes.The new macOS 26.4.1 update is now available for downloadWhile Apple hasn't detailed exactly which bugs this new update addresses, there may be clues from other recent releases. The update comes just 24 hours after Apple also released iOS 26.4.1 and iPadOS 26.4.1.Both updates applied a fix for one bug in particular. That bug caused some iCloud data not to sync…
  - 4 days ago 9 Apr 26, 11:19pm -
• 2026 M5 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro with 48GB RAM plunges to best $2,899
  Pick up Apple's brand-new M5 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro with an upgrade to 48GB RAM for $2,899, the lowest price on record, thanks to a $200 cash discount.M5 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro with 48GB RAM has dropped to record low $2,899 - Image credit: AppleReleased in March 2026, the M5 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro features higher unified memory bandwidth and is equipped with Apple's N1 chip for Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6 support. And today, Amazon is slashing $200 off an upgraded configuration with a bump up to…
  - 4 days ago 9 Apr 26, 10:59pm -
• Three Apple Stores closing in June, one was unionized
  Three Apple Store locations in struggling malls are set to close permanently as summer kicks off, with one of them the controversial unionized store in Towson, Maryland.Apple Trumbull | Image Credit: AppleThe stores in question are Apple North County, in Escondido, California, Apple Trumbull in Trumbull, Connecticut, and Apple Towson Town Center in Towson, Maryland. Notably, Apple Towson was Apple's first unionized store.Most employees will be shifted to nearby locations with no further action r…
  - 4 days ago 9 Apr 26, 10:57pm -
• From A12Z to A18 Pro: How Apple Silicon Macs have gone back to the basics
  With the MacBook Neo, Apple's A-series chips came back to the Mac, completing a lengthy journey from experiment to fully finished product.The MacBook Neo traces its roots to the 2020 Developer Transition Kit.Apple Silicon on the Mac began with an iPad chip, and now the MacBook Neo has taken things to the next level with a chip originally designed for an iPhone.Since 2020, every Mac, from the entry-level Mac mini to the powerful Mac Studio, has been powered by an M-series chip. The M1 was the fir…
  - 4 days ago 9 Apr 26, 9:59pm -
• Apple isn't done with Dynamic Island but shrinking it on iPhone 18 won't be easy
  Apple is working to reduce the size of the Dynamic Island on iPhone 18, but the limits of Face ID hardware continue to dictate how far it can go.Render of iPhone 18 Dynamic IslandThe company is testing a smaller Dynamic Island design for a future iPhone Pro, based on a new supply chain leak. The effort centers on moving more Face ID hardware under the display without hurting security or usability.Chinese leaker Digital Chat Station said in an April 9 Weibo post that Apple is running A/B tests on…
  - 4 days ago 9 Apr 26, 9:30pm -
• Apple demanding info from Samsung's South Korea HQ for DOJ antitrust trial
  Samsung America has refused to submit evidence owned by its South Korean parent company, so Apple has turned to the Hague Conventions to force the matter.Apple requests Samsung provide evidence even if it's in South KoreaIn March 2024, Apple was sued by the United States Department of Justice for allegedly stifling competition through proprietary hardware and software. After months of appeals and requests for dismissal, the case finally moved forward.The discovery process hasn't been an easy one…
  - 4 days ago 9 Apr 26, 7:30pm -
• Viral iPhone Fold unboxing video is a very well made fake
  A new video purporting to show the unboxing of an iPhone Fold months before it's even expected to be announced, is an excellent piece of work. It's also entirely false.Turn it on, then - image credit: Viktor SeraleevThis isn't like the YouTubers who unboxed an M5 iPad Pro back in September 2025. As unlikely as that video had seemed, it turned out to be genuine when Apple released that iPad a few weeks later.The iPhone Fold unboxing video doing the rounds is instead purporting to be of a product…
  - 4 days ago 9 Apr 26, 6:57pm -
• Nintendo Wii can run Mac OS X like it's 2001 all over again
  Over 101 million Nintendo Wii consoles have been sold since 2006, but only one of them runs Apple's Mac OS X Cheetah. Here's how it works.There aren't many Wiis running Mac OS X in the worldThat Wii is owned by developer Bryan Keller after he took considerable time to port Apple's 2001 software. We've seen Wiis running everything from Linux to Windows NT before, but this is the first we've ever seen running a flavor of macOS.Understandably, the process of getting 25-year-old software to run on 2…
  - 4 days ago 9 Apr 26, 6:52pm -
• On-device Apple Intelligence vulnerable to prompt injection techniques
  Apple Intelligence's on-device AI can be manipulated by attackers using prompt injection techniques, according to new research that shows a high success rate and potential access to sensitive user data.Apple IntelligenceResearchers from RSAC Research have unveiled a method to circumvent Apple's security measures. They achieved a 76% success rate in 100 tests by employing adversarial prompts and Unicode obfuscationThese findings were shared with Apple on October 15, 2025. The focus was on the on-…
  - 4 days ago 9 Apr 26, 6:36pm -
• Unless you reboot every once in a while, your Mac will get kicked offline every 49 days
  A new bug has been discovered that breaks all Mac networking every 49 days, 17 hours, two minutes, and 47 seconds. It's simple to get around the bug, though.You'll need to restart your Mac regularly to avoid this bug.The bug was detailed in a blog post by Photon, a service that connects AI agents to iMessage. In it, Photon explains how it discovered the issue on its own fleet of Mac servers and confirmed its discovery by running additional targeted testing.According to Photon, the bug affects al…
  - 4 days ago 9 Apr 26, 5:41pm -
• MacBook Neo storage can be upgraded to 1TB with the right soldering skills
  Apple's 256GB SSD in the MacBook Neo can be swapped out for 1TB one with skill and with an iPhone component. You probably don't want to do it.Detail from the YouTube video showing the MacBook Neo's NAND storage - image credit: dosdude1Apple never offers any official way to increase the storage in a Mac after you have bought it. But in the last few years it has become more relaxed about making it possible to do, usually now by slotting a larger-capacity drive into Apple's connectors.There is no w…
  - 4 days ago 9 Apr 26, 4:58pm -
• Anker Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station review: Fast, portable, & smart
  The Anker Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station is a fantastic portable charger that is MagSafe-compatible, delivering up to 25W of power to your iPhone, while simultaneously charging your AirPods and Apple Watch.Anker Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station review: The perfect travel accessoryWith the launch of Qi2.2, we've started to see a trickle of chargers that have embraced the latest standard. Anker, which already launched a highly-praised Qi2.2 desktop charger, is now out with a foldable…
  - 5 days ago 9 Apr 26, 5:45am -
• Stolen Device Protection for enterprise & Apple Passwords sync fix are in iOS 26.4.1
  Apple's iOS 26.4.1 includes bug fixes for Apple Passwords and enables Stolen Device Protection for enterprise users by default.iOS 26.4.1 includes a fix related to iCloud data syncing.Following the public release of iOS 26.4 on March 24, Apple issued a new bug fix update on Wednesday. iOS 26.4, which bears the build number 23E254, delivers an important fix for apps that rely on the CloudKit framework.To be more specific, devices running the preceding iOS 26.4 update were unable to receive iCloud…
  - 5 days ago 9 Apr 26, 4:53am -
• MacBook Neo & iPhone 17e parts now offered via Apple's repair program
  Apple's latest products can now be fixed via the Self Service Repair Program, with parts for the iPhone 17e, MacBook Neo, Apple Studio Display XDR, and more.MacBook Neo parts are now available from the Apple Self Service Repair Store.On Wednesday, Apple updated its Self Service Repair Store with replacement parts for the various products the company announced in March 2026.This includes the iPhone 17e, MacBook Neo, M5 MacBook Air, M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro, M4 iPad Air, updated Apple Studio…
  - 5 days ago 9 Apr 26, 3:53am -
• iPhone Fold doesn't need to exist, but Apple will release it anyway
  Rumor mongers can't decide if the iPhone Fold is going to be delayed again or not, but regardless of release date it remains a compromised solution to a problem that nobody really has.Apple's iPhone Fold is a troubled product without a purposeAll evidence points to an iPhone Fold debuting in 2026, at least if Apple has its way. Time will tell of is right or wrong about potential delays.There was a time when I was incredibly excited about a foldable iPhone and its potential. When foldables were f…
  - 5 days ago 9 Apr 26, 2:16am -
• iOS 26.4.1 & iPadOS 26.4.1 bug fix updates have arrived
  An incremental update has been made available for iPhone and iPad, bringing them to iOS 26.4.1 and iPadOS 26.4.1. Release notes only share that the updates contain bug fixes.Apple's new update can be applied to all current-gen iPhones. While updates tend to be important feature-changing events, sometimes Apple releases some smaller patches for its operating systems. That is just the case with the version 26.4.1 release that happened today.Incremental updates, like one changing from iOS 26.4 to i…
  - 5 days ago 9 Apr 26, 1:50am -
• Remote desktop for Mac is shifting toward AI workloads with Workbench
  Astropad is expanding beyond drawing tools with Workbench, a remote desktop app designed to control a Mac from anywhere, with a focus on managing AI-driven workloads.Astropad Workbench on Apple devicesAstropad has introduced Workbench, a remote desktop system designed exclusively for Apple devices, including Mac, iPad, and iPhone. Workbench offers comprehensive remote control, enabling users to engage with apps, navigate macOS, and manage system processes in real time.The new remote access app s…
  - 5 days ago 9 Apr 26, 12:00am -
• Grab 15" MacBook Air M5, 24GB RAM, 1TB SSD for $1,549 (lowest price ever)
  The lowest price on record is in effect on Apple's 2026 15-inch MacBook Air at Amazon, with the loaded M5 spec featuring an upgrade to 24GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD now on sale for $1,549.Grab the lowest price ever on Apple's brand-new M5 MacBook Air 15-inch - Image credit: AppleDeals on both the 2026 13-inch and 15-inch models are going on now during Amazon's April MacBook Air sale, with retail configurations now $150 off.A top pick from the sale is the M5/24GB RAM/1TB spec that offers extra storag…
  - 5 days ago 8 Apr 26, 9:31pm -
• Insta360's Snap Selfie Screen makes rear-camera shooting on iPhone easier
  Bypass your iPhone's front camera entirely by using Insta360's Snap Selfie Screen, allowing you to shoot better selfies with the good cameras, and record in 4K.Image Credit: Insta360Insta360 has released its own take on the popular rear-camera selfie screen. Dubbed 'Snap,' it allows you to use your iPhone's higher quality rear cameras the same way you'd use the front cam.If you haven't seen them before, a rear selfie screen is essentially a plug-and-play touchscreen monitor that shows you what y…
  - 5 days ago 8 Apr 26, 8:28pm -
• 'Dark Matter' season two expands into a multiverse story on Apple TV
  "Dark Matter" is no longer a contained sci-fi thriller, as Apple pushes the series into a larger, more complex multiverse story for its second season.Jennifer Connelly and Joel Edgerton. Image credit: AppleApple unveiled the next chapter on April 7, offering a sneak peek and new story details that expand on the multiverse concept from season one. Joel Edgerton and Jennifer Connelly reprise their roles as Jason and Daniela Dessen.In season one on Apple TV, we followed Jason Dessen, a physicist wh…
  - 5 days ago 8 Apr 26, 7:45pm -
• Even MacBook Neo can't save Apple from repairability complaints
  Despite advances in user repair and the improvements in the MacBook Neo, Apple just can't get away from being rated poorly for repairability.Repairing a MacBook - Image Credit: AppleRepairability is a long-time problem for Apple, after being repeatedly shamed for having hard-to-repair products. In recent years, it has tried to make its products easier to fix, which should eventually improve its image.That initiative was put to good use with the MacBook Neo, with the traditional teardown resultin…
  - 5 days ago 8 Apr 26, 6:38pm -
• Mac Script Editor becomes new entry point for ClickFix malware
  ClickFix attacks targeting Mac users now use Script Editor instead of Terminal, a shift that sidesteps Apple's latest protections and streamlines the attack.ClickFix tricks the userApple introduced command scanning for pasted input in macOS 26.4, which added friction to earlier versions of the attack. Attackers now avoid that step by replacing copy-and-paste instructions with a guided workflow that launches Script Editor directly.Jamf says the campaign delivers a payload identified as a variant…
  - 5 days ago 8 Apr 26, 6:32pm -
• iPhone Fold screens will be made exclusively by Samsung because Apple has no choice
  A new report claims that Apple has had to agree to a three-year Samsung Display contract because no other firm can make the screens needed for the iPhone Fold.Render of a possible iPhone Fold design - image credit: AppleInsiderApple likes having multiple suppliers, both to avoid over-reliance on any one source, and to play them off against each other in order to lower prices. Now a year ago rumor about Samsung Display producing iPhone Fold screens is reportedly confirmed, and the deal favors the…
  - 5 days ago 8 Apr 26, 4:52pm -
• Asus ProArt PA32QCV Display review: Big screen for big creative work
  The Asus ProArt Display PA32QCV is expensive, but it's a 6K-resolution creative professional's dream monitor.Asus ProArt PA32QCVAs a digital illustrator and graphic designer, the color quality, sharpness, and size of monitor displays in my day-to-day life is important to maintain consistent quality and peace of mind.I need monitors that allow me to create and deliver color artwork that is clear and consistent across as many surfaces and media as possible. All while also providing an abundance of…
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• Inside iOS 26 - How to add free custom ringtones to your iPhone
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• How to build your own online e-book library using Calibre
  Turn your Mac into a personal e-book cloud with Calibre, the surprisingly powerful — and totally free — tool for building cross-platform and web-accessible digital library you completely control.How to turn your Mac into an e-book server with CalibreCalibre may not win any design awards, but it's one of the most powerful tools for managing digital books. It's also completely free — a breath of fresh air when everything else seems to come with a mandatory software subscription.Originally bu…
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