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• newApple Outlines Developer Rules for Texas Age Verification Law
  Apple is rolling out new requirements for developers to comply with Texas’ upcoming age verification law, set to take effect on January 1, 2026. The law, known as Senate Bill 2420, will require all apps distributed in Texas to verify users’ ages before allowing access. The legislation mandates that anyone under 18 must use their […]
  - 11 hours ago 9 Oct 25, 5:48pm -
• newApple Adds Silicone Fix to MagSafe Chargers
  Apple has started updating its MagSafe display chargers after customers noticed scratches on iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone Air units. The issue began when store display models showed visible marks around the MagSafe area, leading users to nickname the problem “Scratchgate.” At first, Apple claimed the marks were not scratches but residue from the MagSafe […]
  - 12 hours ago 9 Oct 25, 5:10pm -
• newApple Nears Formula 1 Streaming Deal Ahead of U.S. Grand Prix
  Apple appears to be in the final stretch of negotiations to acquire the streaming rights for Formula 1 races in the United States. Reports suggest the deal, if finalized, could be announced during the U.S. Grand Prix in Austin, scheduled for October 17–19. The move follows Apple’s growing interest in motorsport, fueled by the success […]
  - 13 hours ago 9 Oct 25, 3:40pm -
• EA Revives “MySims” Classics for Apple Arcade This November
  Electronic Arts will bring two nearly 20-year-old Sims spin-offs—MySims and MySims Kingdom—to Apple Arcade next month. The release targets fans who enjoy cozy, pick-up-and-play sessions.Originally launched in 2007, MySims swaps the franchise’s life-management systems for building, decorating, and helping townsfolk with creative tasks.Meanwhile, the 2008 sequel, MySims Kingdom, adds a story-driven quest to rebuild King […]
  - 2 days ago 8 Oct 25, 4:52pm -
• Apple’s Find My Helps Police Bust UK Phone Theft Ring
  Apple’s Find My app has played a crucial role in helping UK police take down one of the country’s biggest smartphone theft rings. The investigation began when a theft victim used Find My to locate their stolen iPhone near Heathrow Airport. Officers found the phone in a warehouse filled with nearly 900 other stolen devices. […]
  - 2 days ago 8 Oct 25, 3:47pm -
• Apple’s “Underdogs” Outsmart Windows’ Blue Screen Chaos
  Apple has brought back its fan-favorite “Underdogs” team in a new 2025 commercial titled BSOD (Blue Screen of Death). The short film humorously contrasts the stability of Apple devices against the notorious Windows system crash, while spotlighting the strength of Mac’s built-in security. The story follows the BetterBag crew on their way to ContainerCon, a […]
  - 2 days ago 8 Oct 25, 3:27pm -
• Apple Releases Second iOS 26.1 and macOS 26.1 Betas
  Apple has launched the second round of developer betas for its major operating systems — iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1, macOS Tahoe 26.1, watchOS 26.1, tvOS 26.1, and visionOS 26.1. This release follows the first developer beta issued on September 22, coming shortly after the official rollout of the 26-generation systems on September 15. Each update […]
  - 3 days ago 7 Oct 25, 3:41pm -
• Apple Mail Glitch Blocks Outlook Sign-Ins for Some Mac Users
  A growing number of Mac users are struggling to sign in to Outlook accounts through Apple Mail. The issue began appearing in early October 2025 after macOS updates. It prevents users from adding Outlook.com, Hotmail, and Live accounts to Apple’s built-in Mail app. Some users repeatedly see “Authentication Failed” or “Unable to verify account name […]
  - 3 days ago 7 Oct 25, 3:05pm -
• France Reopens Probe Into Apple’s Siri Voice Recording Scandal
  French prosecutors have reopened an investigation into Apple’s handling of Siri voice recordings, reigniting a privacy scandal that began in 2019. The Paris public prosecutor’s office assigned the case to the OFAC cybercrime unit, which will examine how Apple stored and managed user recordings. The inquiry follows a complaint filed by the French NGO Ligue […]
  - 3 days ago 7 Oct 25, 2:54pm -
• Apple’s Executive Team Braces for Major Transition
  Apple’s executive team is entering a period of transformation as several long-serving leaders approach retirement. While CEO Tim Cook often draws the spotlight, the entire leadership circle is preparing for generational change within the next five years. Cook, now 64, is one of several senior figures nearing the end of long careers at Apple. Eddy […]
  - 4 days ago 6 Oct 25, 4:06pm -

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• newLakers fans will get court-side seats with Apple Vision Pro
  Apple and Spectrum have partnered to stream a selection of live Lakers basketball games during the 2025-26 season in Apple Immersive 180-degree video for Apple Vision Pro owners.Spectrum to offer Apple Immersive Lakers gamesWhen Apple first announced Apple Vision Pro, sports fans began daydreaming about the potential of immersive video and live events. Up to this point, Apple has only been able to provide short clips of NFL and MLS games well after the fact, until now.According to a wider announ…
  - 1 hour ago 10 Oct 25, 3:45am -
• newThese are the best Apple deals you can still get after October Prime Day
  Prime Big Deal Days may have ended last night, but you can still grab some of the year's best prices (and some new deals too) on AirPods, iPads, AirTags, and more.Save on iPads, AirPods, and Macs with extended Prime Big Deal Days offers - Image credit: Apple Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 5 hours ago 9 Oct 25, 11:45pm -
• newApple TV+ 'Pluribus' finally gets a full trailer ahead of debut
  Apple TV+ lifts the curtain on "Pluribus," a new series from the creator of "Breaking Bad," following a woman immune to a world-changing virus — and the government that wants to "fix" her.Image Credit: Apple TV+In 2022, Apple TV+ signed a two-season, straight-to-series order with "Breaking Bad" and "Better Call Saul" creator Vince Gilligan. In July 2025, we learned that the series would star "Better Call Saul"'s Rhea Seehorn and would be titled "Pluribus."Now, we're getting the official traile…
  - 5 hours ago 9 Oct 25, 11:33pm -
• newOpenAI complains to EU that Apple, Microsoft & Google may hamper growth
  The ChatGPT maker has told a European Commission deputy that despite being hosted by Apple, Microsoft, and Google App Stores, US Big Tech's dominance in the technology world is a problem for OpenAI.Using the ChatGPT app with SiriOpenAI met with representatives of the Commission's antitrust lead Teresa Ribera to discuss the way Apple and other big tech firms are "entrenched," making it difficult for startups to compete. The meeting took place on September 24, 2025 with the minutes having been rec…
  - 6 hours ago 9 Oct 25, 11:29pm -
• newApple killing ICE watching apps is the right business decision, but the wrong moral one
  Apple's decisions to remove real-time ICE monitoring app ICEblock, and archival video tool Eyes Up may be good for Apple's global finances, but it's an incredibly bad one for a company that hinges its reputation on claims it stands up for the rights of users.ICEBlock removed from Apple App StoreIt's been an interesting couple of weeks as it pertains to Apple, the App Store, and business decisions. Apple and Google caved nearly immediately to the Department of Justice's "request" to pull Immigrat…
  - 10 hours ago 9 Oct 25, 6:36pm -
• newDiscord support was breached, and accounts vary on how bad it was
  A breach of popular cross-platform communications app Discord may be incredibly serious, with a security research group claiming that 2.1 million passport and driving license photos were taken by hackers, versus the official claims of a "limited number of users."Discord iconOn October 3, Discord issued a warning that it was the victim of a "Security Incident" that involved a third-party customer service platform. In reporting following the breach, it appears to be an attack on Zendesk.Discord's…
  - 22 hours ago 9 Oct 25, 6:56am -
• ICEBlock isn't the only ICE-tracking app that Apple and Google have removed
  An app meant to archive video of actions taken by ICE has been removed from the App Store, with Apple still under pressure by the Department of Justice.Apple removes more ICE-related apps after government pressureFirst, the ICEBlock app was removed from the App Store after Attorney General Pam Bondi claimed it placed Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers in danger. Now it seems, any and all records of the actions performed by ICE, live or historical, are being targeted by the United…
  - 1 day ago 9 Oct 25, 4:14am -
• Apple has summoned influencers to Colorado, for reasons unknown
  A social media influencer known for photography work and tech reviews has been invited to Colorado by Apple, but no details have been shared beyond the gift of a backpack filled with essentials for the trip.Apple's mysterious Colorado inviteApple's secrecy can be exciting, but it can also sound like the opening plot points of a campy horror movie. While more details were definitely shared behind the scenes, a social media influencer has shown a cryptic invite he received from Apple.The influence…
  - 1 day ago 9 Oct 25, 2:32am -
• Apple's iPhone Fold could use titanium and aluminum in the frame
  A new analyst note provides little detail, but seems to reiterate previous claims of Apple using multiple metals in its iPhone Fold frame design.iPhone Fold could get an aluminum framePrevious rumors suggest the iPhone Fold will resemble two iPhone Air models stuck together by a hinge. Though, there are still questions about the materials that will be used to construct the ultra-thin device.According to an analyst note from Jeff Pu, seen by 9to5Mac, the iPhone Fold will have a hybrid aluminum an…
  - 1 day ago 9 Oct 25, 1:40am -
• How to make an external bootable drive in macOS Tahoe
  You can still make an external macOS bootable drive, but Apple's tighter security procedures mean you have to prepare for it before your internal drive fails. Here's how to do it all, and what's been changed from before, in macOS Tahoe.Any of these drives can be made into a macOS bootable drive with macOS Tahoe. Here's how.The SSD storage that Macs now all use is dramatically less likely to fail than spinning hard drives were, so you may never need to start up from an external drive. Only, that…
  - 1 day ago 8 Oct 25, 11:19pm -

• Developers must comply with new Texas age requirement law, and Apple has detailed how
  Developers producing iOS and iPadOS apps will have to abide by a Texas law that forces user age verification on the App Store. Apple has a new API to help developers comply.The new Texas age verification law is viewed as a privacy problem by Apple. In a notice to developers on October 8, Apple warns that a new state law in Texas will be enforceable from January 1, 2026.Referred to as SB 2420, it is a bill that enforces age verification requirements on the digital storefronts like the App Store.…
  - 1 day ago 8 Oct 25, 10:54pm -
• Canadians can now opt in to hypertension monitoring on Apple Watch
  Starting on October 8, Apple Watch users in Canada can now receive hypertension notifications, expanding a feature already available in more than 150 countries worldwide.Image Credit: AppleCanadian users with an Apple Watch Series 9 or later, or an Apple Watch Ultra 2 or later, can enable Hypertension notifications in the Health app. The Apple Watch SE lineup, including the Apple Watch SE 3, cannot detect hypertension.Apple has rolled out the feature to more than 150 countries so far, with Canad…
  - 1 day ago 8 Oct 25, 10:05pm -
• October Prime Day deals on AirPods, Beats, Bose offer up to 51% off, but they end tonight
  From AirPods 4 to Beats Studio Pro, Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days discounts on headphones provide shoppers with up to $180 off.Save on AirPods, Beats, and Bose today at Amazon.Today is the last day to score some of the year's best prices on earbuds and headphones, with Apple's own AirPods and Beats lines up to 51% off. You can also save up to $150 on Bose's QuietComfort range of in-ear and over-ear options.AirPods Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 1 day ago 8 Oct 25, 8:41pm -
• Fifteen years later, a developer dives into Antennagate that cost Apple $175 million
  You weren't holding it wrong. Fifteen years after iPhone 4's ridiculously named "Antennagate," a coder has uncovered the mistake in 20 bytes of code that made the controversy as huge as it was.Covering this break in the chassis edge could reduce signal strengthPreviously on Antennagate... In 2010, users of the iPhone 4 found that signal strength drastically dropped depending on how they held the phone. If you think "scratchgate" proves Apple is not the firm it was under Steve Jobs, note that Job…
  - 1 day ago 8 Oct 25, 7:55pm -
• Synology caves & allows all hard drives in 2025 NAS range - for now
  Synology has backed down from only allowing certified hard drives that it conveniently sells in its 2025 network attached storage device line — but the new 7.3 DSM update is far from a complete reversal of policy.An older Synology NAS that wasn't software-limited to specific drivesIn April, Synology made changes to the software running its 2025 range of network-attached storage, limiting what drives could be used with the devices. One that happened to limit that support only to its own-branded…
  - 1 day ago 8 Oct 25, 7:44pm -
• Apple's EU Digital Markets Act antitrust debacle may be settled soon
  Apple may be close to settling its current antitrust case with the European Commission, which could mean escaping the threat of daily financial penalties over App Store policies.An EU flag with the App Store logoApple is currently in the middle of an antitrust battle with the European Union over non-compliance with the Digital Markets Act (DMA). If a vague report on Tuesday is to be believed, the two sides are finally getting close to agreeing on settling the matter.Apple, as well as Meta, are i…
  - 1 day ago 8 Oct 25, 6:45pm -
• Scratch that -- Apple Stores try updating MagSafe chargers to stop 'scratchgate'
  Apple is trying out an update to the Apple Store's MagSafe chargers, hoping to quash complaints that iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone Air models in Apple Stores are being scratched by their display stands.Apple's in-store MagSafe chargers are reportedly being updated with a silicone ring to prevent scratches — image credit: ConsomacFirst there were reports from early buyers of the iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro saying that their phones were easily scratched. Then it was noticed that in-store display mod…
  - 1 day ago 8 Oct 25, 5:52pm -
• Ex-execs slam Tim Cook for eroding Apple's moral authority after ICEBlock pull
  Apple's decision to comply with an order to remove ICEBlock from the App Store goes against its previous stance to stand for the rights of its users, former Apple employees have declared.ICEBlock in the App Store, pre-removalOn October 2, after receiving a demand from the Department of Justice, Apple removed the controversial ICEBlock app from the App Store. Given the legal authority of the DoJ and Attorney General Pam Bondi, Apple was seemingly compelled to comply.While Apple may have felt it w…
  - 1 day ago 8 Oct 25, 5:40pm -
• What's new with iPad app windows in iPadOS 26, and how they work
  Of all the very many new features in iPadOS 26, none of them make the iPad feel so different as the very many window options. Here's what we've gained — and what we've lost.Window and document improvements in iPadOS 26 make a huge differenceIf it seems ridiculous to be excited about app and document windows on an iPad, it now seems a little bit foolish to have been happy with what we had before. The new paradigm is so good that it feels as if this is the way we should always have worked on the…
  - 2 days ago 8 Oct 25, 8:48am -
• NPR podcasting strategy chief reportedly joining Apple
  Apple Podcasts will soon have a new hire with NPR and Spotify credentials, Collin Campbell. There's no word on what role he will have with Apple.Apple Podcasts could get new leadership with latest hireApple is always looking to hire new talent and leadership to bolster its ranks. New hires don't always indicate a change in strategy or a new product, but there's a chance changes could come.According to a social media post from New York Times reporter Ben Mullin, first covered by 9to5Mac, Collin C…
  - 2 days ago 8 Oct 25, 6:10am -
• Brother MFC-J4335DW INKvestment Tank printer review: Decent, but know what you're signing up for
  Brother's MFC-J4335DW all-in-one printer keeps things simple and affordable enough for casual printing, with trade-offs you'll want to know about before buying.Brother MFC-J433DW INKVestment Tank printerIt's 2025, and we're still, somehow, printing. Sure, we're probably not printing as much as we used to, but the need still arises.For me, I find that I can't quite go without a printer just yet. This is especially true because of some of my hobbies. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on o…
  - 2 days ago 8 Oct 25, 5:35am -
• Bluetti's latest Colorful Elite 30 V2 is joined by excellent Prime Big Deal Days discounts
  If you've been looking for the perfect portable power station that doesn't break the bank or your back, the Elite 30 V2 comes in a range of colors and provides 288Wh at up to 600W, discounted by $105.Elite 30 V2, now in color. Image source: BluettiBluetti proves portable power stations don't have to be boring gray boxes with their new EcoTide Color Collection for the Elite 30 V2. It's an excellent way to get power on the go, but there are many other discounted options during Prime Big Deal Days…
  - 2 days ago 8 Oct 25, 1:15am -
• Apple's F1 streaming deal may be on the final lap
  Apple is reportedly very close to making a deal to stream Formula 1 races through its Apple TV+ streaming platform — and it could be announced during the United States Grand Prix.CEO Tim Cook during the WWDC 2025 'F1' skit - Image Credit: AppleEver since CEO Tim Cook slowly waved the checkered flag at the U.S. Grand Prix in 2022, and buoyed by the success of the "F1" movie, there have been murmurs of Apple being more involved with the sport. If a report about negotiations is correct, that coul…
  - 2 days ago 8 Oct 25, 12:50am -
• iPhone 17e rumors: Dynamic Island, A19 chip, and more
  Apple's budget-friendly iPhone line is rumored to get an upgrade in early 2026, with rumors suggesting an iPhone 17e is in the works. Here's what to expect, and when.The iPhone 17e is expected to debut in the first half of 2026.In February 2025, Apple retired the iPhone SE line in favor of an entirely new model, the iPhone 16e. At the time, the iPhone 16e was marketed as "the most affordable member of the iPhone 16 family."The new branding suggests that Apple's budget-oriented smartphone will re…
  - 2 days ago 8 Oct 25, 12:03am -
• Save hundreds of dollars on these best monitor deals for your Mac & iPad
  A new monitor is one of the easiest ways to enhance your Mac or iPad computing experience — and for Amazon's Fall Prime Big Deal Days, you can save hundreds on an upgrade for a limited time.Monitor deals to improve your Mac computing environmentIt's the fall, and it's usually the time of year that Apple brings out new hardware, like an upgraded Mac mini or a new MacBook Pro.However, while there is the temptation to get a new Mac, you could always get that new-workspace feeling in other ways. O…
  - 2 days ago 7 Oct 25, 10:52pm -
• EA resurrects nearly 20-year-old 'MySims' games for Apple Arcade this November
  Two nearly 20-year-old Sims spin-offs, "MySims" and "MySims Kingdom," are getting a fresh release on Apple Arcade in November.Image Credit: EAThis November, EA is bringing two beloved classic ports to Apple Arcade — a nostalgic duo perfect for cozy, pick-up-and-play sessions. Both titles are The Sims-inspired adventures: the charming build-and-decorate original MySims and its story-driven sequel, MySims Kingdom.MySims is a spin-off of The Sims franchise that reimagines the life-simulation seri…
  - 2 days ago 7 Oct 25, 9:25pm -
• Get a bonus 15% off on top of Prime Day deals on Ottocast's new CarPlay adapters
  It is the perfect time to upgrade your vehicle's infotainment with Wireless CarPlay, streaming apps, or even a mirrored iPhone with Ottocast. Get an additional 15% off during fall Prime Day.Save on Ottocast CarPlay adapters with Prime Big Deal Days coupon.If you have a vehicle with Android Auto or Apple CarPlay, then it is simple to upgrade to a more modern experience. Ottocast offers three great plug-and-play options that are discounted during Prime Day.AppleInsider readers can take an addition…
  - 2 days ago 7 Oct 25, 9:18pm -
• Amazon's $379 iPad mini 7 deal shaves $120 off Apple's smallest tablet
  The iPad mini, often seen as Apple's pocket-sized luxury, has dropped to $379 during Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale event.Apple iPad mini deals are backThat $379 price makes the smallest iPad less of a splurge and more of a savvy buy for anyone craving power in a compact frame.The iPad mini 7 with the A17 Pro chip usually retails for $499 at Apple and other big-box stores. In July 2025, Amazon cut the price to $379 during Prime Day, marking one of the tablet's lowest-ever sales. Continue Read…
  - 2 days ago 7 Oct 25, 8:56pm -
• Find My on iPhone key to UK cops smashing major smartphone theft ring
  Despite mostly ignoring the role that Find My can play to recover stolen iPhones shortly after a theft, police in the UK have managed to bust a major smartphone theft ring, after a victim tracked their iPhone with the technology.Smartphones wrapped in foil - Image Credit: Metropolitan PoliceVisitors to London have to be wary of having their iPhone or other valuables stolen more than any other part of the United Kingdom. Following an investigation and multiple raids by the Metropolitan Police, on…
  - 2 days ago 7 Oct 25, 8:10pm -
• The Underdogs return to attack the Windows Blue Screen of Death
  Apple's "Underdogs" have returned in a new video, with the BetterBag crew weathering the storm of a convention battered by the Blue Screen of Death thanks to Mac security.The Underdogs in 'BSOD' - Image Credit: Apple/YouTubeEach year, Apple releases an extended video featuring the "Underdogs," a group of coworkers dealing with a problem by using Apple products. The comedic presentation for 2025 directly takes aim at Windows, with its Apple at Work video "BSOD (Blue Screen of Death)."Referring to…
  - 2 days ago 7 Oct 25, 6:37pm -
• Dwindling iPad Pro & MacBook Pro supplies herald imminent update
  Constrained supplies of the M4 iPad Pro and the lower end 14-inch MacBook Pro at Apple retail are the best sign yet that Apple will launch M5 models very soon.iPad ProFollowing September's iPhone event, Apple is anticipated to launch more hardware later in the fall. If supply levels through Apple's retail operations are an indicator, it could happen in the near future.Supplies of the iPad Pro with M4 are "fairly constrained" in Apple Store locations, according to Mark Gurman of Bloomberg. In an…
  - 2 days ago 7 Oct 25, 5:12pm -
• Best Amazon Fall Prime Day Deals: AirTag $19, AirPods $89, iPad $279, Apple Watch $169, more
  Prime Big Deal Days is here, and you can save up to $410 on Macs, iPads, AirPods, Apple Watch, docks, and more. Here are the best deals to grab before the event ends.Save up to $405 on Apple during Amazon Prime Big Deal Days - Image credit: AppleSave up to 51%: Amazon's October Prime Day sale delivers up to $410 off Apple products. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 3 days ago 7 Oct 25, 2:56pm -
• Save up to $150 on Apple Watch styles for Fall Prime Day, prices from $169
  Amazon's October Prime Day delivers Apple Watch discounts of up to $150 off and prices as low as $169.99.Prime Day Apple Watch Series 10 deals are live.Apple's last-gen Apple Watch Series 10 is on special for Prime Big Deal Days, providing up to 30% off select styles. This is for the GPS Apple Watch Series 10 in your choice of its two sizes: Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 3 days ago 7 Oct 25, 1:30pm -
• Expand your Apple smart home with up to 48% off Aqara gear for Amazon Prime Big Deal Days
  It's the perfect time of year to add locks, cameras, and other sensors to your Apple Home, and Aqara has a variety of products discounted up to 48% during Prime Big Deal Days.Save up to 34 percent on Aqara smart home gear during Amazon Prime Big Deal Days - Image credit: Aqara, AmazonWhen you're building a smart home, it's always best to start small, but it quickly becomes obvious that more is better. Getting smart lights, locks, cameras, and sensors throughout your home may seem like a daunting…
  - 3 days ago 7 Oct 25, 12:52pm -
• Apple's iPad 11 drops to $279 for Amazon Prime Big Deal Days
  Amazon has issued an aggressive $70 discount on Apple's iPad 11, delivering the lowest price ever for Prime Big Deal Days.Get Apple's iPad 11 for just $279 during Fall Prime Day - Image credit: AppleAmazon's Prime Big Deal Days event includes a special offer on Apple's 11-inch iPad that's on sale for $279, reflecting a $70 discount off retail on the standard 128GB Wi-Fi configuration for Prime members.Grab the $279 iPad 11 deal Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 3 days ago 7 Oct 25, 12:38pm -
• Acasis 40Gbps Mac mini M4 Dock review: All the ports you could want for your M4 Mac mini
  The Acasis 40Gbps Mac mini M4 Dock gives your computer great legacy connectivity, two SSD slots, and uses Thunderbolt. For once, an affordable M4 Mac mini dock that isn't bandwidth starved.Acasis 40Gbps Mac mini M4 DockWe do a lot of dock reviews here, for good reason. There are a lot of them, and a lot of recommendations from you, the user.We've had multiple requests for one in particular — the Acasis 40Gbps Mac mini M4 Dock. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 3 days ago 7 Oct 25, 4:52am -
• What's new in iPadOS 26.1 beta 2: Slide Over returns, visual tweaks
  The second developer beta of iPadOS 26.1 is here, and brings back the well-known Slide Over multitasking feature. Here's what's new.iPadOS 26 developer beta 2 brings back Slide Over.On Monday, two weeks after the release of the first developer beta, Apple unveiled iOS 26.1 developer beta 2. The operating system update bears the build number 23B5059e, as does its iPadOS 26 counterpart.iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 delivered a multitude of enhancements, including new screening capabilities for the Phone an…
  - 3 days ago 7 Oct 25, 1:19am -
• Second developer betas of iOS 26.1, macOS Tahoe 26.1 now available for testing
  Apple is now on its second round of developer betas for iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1, macOS 26.1 Tahoe, watchOS 26.1, tvOS 26.1, and visionOS 26.1.Apple's hardware getting the 26-generation update - Image Credit: AppleThe second beta round follows the first, which arrived on September 22. They follow after the formal release of the milestone versions of iOS 26, iPadOS 26, watchOS 26, macOS 26 Tahoe, visionOS 26, and tvOS 26on September 15.The current beta cycle is for the 26.1 versions of each operatin…
  - 3 days ago 6 Oct 25, 10:44pm -
• Apple Mail breaks Outlook sign-ins, but only if you're unlucky
  A handful of Mac owners say they can't add Outlook accounts to Apple Mail after recent macOS updates, but the scope and cause of the problem remain murky.Some users report issues with Outlook in Apple MailThe reports in the Apple forums describe failed authentication when trying to add Outlook.com, Hotmail, or Live accounts to Mail. Errors range from "Authentication Failed" to "Unable to verify account name or password."So far, iCloud, Gmail, and Microsoft 365 Exchange accounts appear unaffected…
  - 3 days ago 6 Oct 25, 10:39pm -
• Google & Amazon's smart home events on the HomeKit Insider Podcast
  On the latest episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, we cover the news from the week, including discussion of all the announcements from the headline-grabbing Google and Amazon smart home events.HomeKit Insider PodcastBlink had a temporary outage, leaving cameras unreachable for users. Amazon has since resolved the issue, but it highlights the benefits of locally accessible video streams.Tile is also having a bit of a security nightmare as researchers show how any tracker from the company can b…
  - 3 days ago 6 Oct 25, 9:10pm -
• Siri's voice recording scandal lives on in new French probe
  Apple is facing another probe into the collection of voice recordings by Siri, after the Paris public prosecutor opened an investigation years after the events of 2019.Siri on an iPhoneIn 2019, Apple became the subject of criticism after it was discovered that recordings from Siri were sent to third-party contractors working for Apple for quality control purposes. Years later, after the dust had seemingly settled, France has decided to investigate the affair.The Paris public prosecutor has opene…
  - 3 days ago 6 Oct 25, 7:53pm -
• Amazon launches $799 MacBook Air M4 deal for Fall Prime Day
  Apple's M4 MacBook Air is back on sale for $799 during the second day of Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days shopping event.Apple's M4 MacBook Air is on sale for $799 at Amazon - Image credit: AppleWe covered Amazon's $89 AirPods deal yesterday and today we're following a fresh price cut on the current M4 MacBook Air that is $200 off in several 13-inch and 15-inch configurations.Save $200 on MacBook Air Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 3 days ago 6 Oct 25, 7:31pm -
• Inside Parental Controls -- How it works in iOS 26 and iPadOS 26
  Apple's iOS 26 makes it easier than ever for parents to set up Child Accounts, with stronger safeguards and more control over what kids can see and do. Here's how to use it.How to set parental controls on iOS 26 and iPadOS 26With the introduction of iOS 26, Apple has streamlined the process of setting up a Child Account. The goal was to give parents a quick way to ensure a child has an age-appropriate experience online.This is useful because once set up, it automatically enables several features…
  - 3 days ago 6 Oct 25, 5:12pm -
• SanDisk Professional G-Raid Project 2 review: High-quality enterprise storage
  The 52TB SanDisk Professional G-Raid Project 2 is costly, yes, but it provides a large amount of reliable and well-supported storage for your Mac, plus fast access speeds for serious data warehousing needs.SanDisk Professional G-Raid Project 2It's been interesting watching storage trends over the last two decades. In that span, we've gone from 250GB hard drives being enough, to multi-terabyte drives a few years later.Then we all went back down to lower capacity, but very high speed SSDs being th…
  - 4 days ago 6 Oct 25, 1:55am -
• United set to be first to use iOS 26's new Wallet boarding passes
  Apple's WWDC keynote revealed a trio of upgrades to boarding passes for Apple Wallet in iOS 26, with United Airlines seemingly the first to use them.Examples of the updated iOS 26 boarding pass experienceThe presentation of iOS 26 at WWDC in June brought a few new features to the Apple Wallet app. Some of them affected boarding passes, making them more useful to frequent fliers.On Sunday, a tip to 9to5Mac claims that United Airlines has added the new feature support to its boarding pass experien…
  - 4 days ago 6 Oct 25, 1:47am -
• One of these three Apple executives will probably be Tim Cook's replacement
  Whenever Tim Cook retires as Apple CEO, there are now several obvious contenders for the role — but it may all come down to exactly when he steps away.Tim Cook's top candidates for his replacement include Craig Federighi, Greg Joswiak, and John Ternus. If there is one thing more certain than that current Apple Chief Operating Officer Jeff Williams will not replace Tim Cook, it's that someone from within the company will. Williams was considered a favorite until he announced his retirement, but…
  - 4 days ago 5 Oct 25, 7:43pm -
• Apple's leadership page will look very different in the next five years
  It's not a surprise, but Apple's highest executives are all within an arms reach of retirement. Expect to see fresh faces rising to fill most of those roles by 2030.Apple's current executive lineup. Image source: AppleThere has been a lot of talk about Apple CEO Tim Cook's succession plans, but that overshadows Apple's other problem. Its entire executive page is circling the retirement age, which could signal significant changes soon.While most of us might think of retirement being at about 64 y…
  - 4 days ago 5 Oct 25, 6:16pm -
• AR screen won't come until the second generation Apple Glasses
  Apple will certainly release a competitor to Meta's new Ray-Ban glasses, but the latest rumors say glasses with a screen won't arrive with the first version of the Apple Glass.Optimistic renders of what Apple Glass could look like - Image Credit: AppleInsiderIt's previously been reported that Apple was shifting priorities away from the Apple Vision Pro to the lighter Apple Glass spectacles, specifically to compete with Meta's latest release. Other reports backing up this claim predicted that the…
  - 4 days ago 5 Oct 25, 6:10pm -
• How to delete an Apple Account
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• How to troubleshoot Wi-Fi problems on iPhone & iPad
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