The Unofficial Apple Blog

• newWall Street Stays Optimistic Despite Apple’s Price Increases
  Apple’s decision to raise prices on some Macs and iPads sent its shares lower on Thursday. The stock dropped nearly 5% during morning trading after the company announced the increases. Despite the decline, most Wall Street analysts kept a positive outlook on the technology giant. The price increases come as memory costs continue to rise […]
  - 9 hours ago 27 Jun 26, 6:33am -
• newGoogle’s New Play Store Rules Could Shape Apple’s Future
  Google is rolling out significant changes to its Play Store payment policies in the United States, United Kingdom, and European Union beginning June 30. The update follows Google’s legal battle with Epic Games and introduces lower commissions, external payment options, and new billing rules. The company will now allow developers to direct users to external […]
  - 10 hours ago 27 Jun 26, 5:51am -
• New macOS Security Flaw Raises Enterprise Protection Concerns
  Cybersecurity researchers have identified a new macOS security technique that could weaken enterprise security software. The findings come from security company XM Cyber, which plans to present its research at the Black Hat Arsenal conference in August. The reported method does not allow remote attacks. Instead, an attacker must first gain access to a standard […]
  - 1 day ago 26 Jun 26, 4:22am -
• Samsung Rumored to Supply Displays for Apple’s Foldable iPhone
  Fresh reports suggest Samsung Display will manufacture the OLED screens for Apple’s first foldable iPhone. The company is also rumored to supply displays for a future touchscreen MacBook Pro. If the reports prove accurate, Samsung will strengthen its position as one of Apple’s key display partners. Apple is expected to introduce its first foldable iPhone […]
  - 2 days ago 26 Jun 26, 3:21am -
• Apple Releases watchOS 27 Developer Beta 2 for Apple Watch
  Apple has officially released the second developer beta of watchOS 27 for most compatible Apple Watch models. The update arrived on Tuesday, one day after the company launched the second developer betas for iOS 27, macOS 27, and its other operating systems. The reason for the short delay remains unknown. The latest software gives developers […]
  - 2 days ago 26 Jun 26, 1:55am -
• Chinese Developers Push for Lower App Store Fees
  A coalition of 48 app developers in China has launched a fresh challenge against Apple’s App Store policies. The group recently submitted an antitrust complaint to China’s State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR). The filing marks the latest chapter in a dispute that has continued for nearly a decade. Developers in China have questioned Apple’s […]
  - 3 days ago 24 Jun 26, 10:28pm -
• UK iCloud Lawsuit Faces Long Wait Before Court Hearing
  A long-running legal challenge against Apple’s iCloud pricing has reached another milestone. However, consumers hoping for a quick resolution will need to be patient. The UK Competition Appeal Tribunal has formally allowed the case to proceed. Yet reports indicate that the trial itself may not begin until October 2028. As a result, millions of affected […]
  - 3 days ago 24 Jun 26, 9:51pm -
• iOS 27 Beta 2 Adds Apple TV Updates and Wallet Insights
  Apple has released the second developer beta of iOS 27. The update brings several improvements to the Home app, Apple Wallet, Messages, and other system features. The release arrives two weeks after iOS 27 debuted at WWDC 2026. Unlike the first beta, this update focuses on usability and refinement. The first beta drew attention for […]
  - 3 days ago 24 Jun 26, 5:33pm -
• Apple Rolls Out Second Betas for iOS 27 and macOS 27
  Apple has released the second round of developer betas for its upcoming software platforms, continuing preparations for the company’s major operating system launches later in 2026. The new builds are now available for iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, tvOS 27, visionOS 27, and HomePod Software 27. At the time of release, the second developer […]
  - 4 days ago 23 Jun 26, 6:14pm -
• Samsung Milestone Signals Progress for Apple’s Foldable iPhone
  Apple’s long-awaited foldable iPhone may finally be taking shape behind the scenes. A new industry report indicates that Samsung Display has secured Apple’s approval to begin manufacturing foldable display modules, marking one of the strongest signs yet that the project is advancing toward production. According to reports, Samsung achieved production yields exceeding 80% before receiving […]
  - 4 days ago 23 Jun 26, 6:08pm -

Apple Insider

• newOLED, touchscreen, and more: What to expect from the 2027 MacBook Pro
  Apple's MacBook Pro is set to receive an overhaul, with a redesign, an an OLED touchscreen expected to be the key changes. Here's what the rumor mill has to say about the device.The MacBook Pro is expected to receive an OLED panel in 2027 or 2026.While AppleInsider readers have wanted a Mac with an OLED screen for years, actual claims of an OLED-equipped MacBook Pro date back to at least 2019. As for when such an upgrade might arrive, it depends on who you ask.Leakers and analysts alike have had…
  - 10 hours ago 27 Jun 26, 5:31am -
• newRon Johnson breaks his silence on forging Apple Retail with Steve Jobs
  Even though Steve Jobs could be demanding, Ron Johnson says he still managed to make Apple Stores "the most productive in the world."Ron Johnson was Apple's head of retail. Image Credit: Tech Crunch Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 12 hours ago 27 Jun 26, 3:18am -
• newSave $850 on M5 Max MacBook Pro 16-inch with last-minute Prime Day deal
  Amazon's staggering $850 discount on a loaded 16-inch MacBook Pro with Apple's M5 Max chip is available now, but with Prime Day ending tonight, you'll want to act fast.Save $850 on M5 Max 16-inch MacBook Pro in final hours of Prime Day - Image credit: ApplePrime Day ends tonight, and there's a high likelihood this 16-inch MacBook Pro will go up in price. That's because Amazon is currently knocking $850 off Apple's revised MSRP for the high-end M5 Max model with an 18-core CPU and 40-core GPU, an…
  - 13 hours ago 27 Jun 26, 2:08am -
• newOpenAI has poached another Apple executive for its hardware division
  Apple has lost yet another upper-level executive to OpenAI, this time Paul Meade from its Vision Products Group.ChatGPT LogoLongtime Apple executive Paul Meade, known for his work on the Apple Vision Pro, is reportedly leaving Cupertino for Mission Bay. There, he'll join OpenAI alongside fellow Apple alumni Jony Ive, Tang Tan, and Evans Hankey.According to Bloomberg, the vice president of hardware engineering for the Vision Products Group is set to depart for OpenAI at some point in the next wee…
  - 13 hours ago 27 Jun 26, 1:57am -
• newLevel Lock team gutting leaves unanswered questions
  Assa Abloy, the parent company of Level, has laid off most of the company's staff. While the Apple Home Key locks will work in the short term, others are concerned about the platform's future.Level Lock ProThe Verge reported on June 26 that Assa Abloy laid off most of Level Home's employees and is folding the smart lock maker into its Kwikset brand. Assa Abloy disputed reports that Level was shutting down.The company said it will continue developing, selling, and supporting its smart locks while…
  - 15 hours ago 27 Jun 26, 12:25am -
• newTouchscreen MacBook Pro will stick with M5 for first release
  A new report claims that Apple will not upgrade the processors for its expected touch MacBook Pro, while models using with an M7 designed for heavy AI workloads will follow from late 2027.The current MacBook ProPrevious reports that Apple intends to skip the M6 processor presumed that it was for later models rather than the forthcoming MacBook Pro with a touch OLED display. Now it seems that this MacBook Pro won't get an M6, and instead will stay with the present M5 generation.According to Bloom…
  - 15 hours ago 27 Jun 26, 12:02am -
• newiPhone 18 rumored to have slightly more RAM, might improve AI performance
  Apple's lower-end iPhone 18 models, expected to be announced in spring 2027, will feature 9GB of RAM for improved Apple Intelligence support, according to a new analyst report.A20 is expected to bring more RAM to entry-level iPhonesSupply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo believes that the lower-end models, likely to be the iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e, will have 1GB more RAM than the outgoing iPhone 17 and iPhone 17e.As for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, Kuo expects those phones to sport 12GB of…
  - 16 hours ago 26 Jun 26, 11:19pm -
• newApple's first cinematic event in 2026 is Everest ascent saga 'Tenzing'
  Apple will give its upcoming Everest drama "Tenzing" its first theatrical release of the year before bringing the film to Apple TV, continuing its strategy of debuting select prestige films on the big screen.Genden Phuntsok in "Tenzing.""Tenzing" opens in select theaters on October 9 before making its debut on Apple TV on October 16. Apple announced the release dates alongside the film's first details, cast, and creative team.Genden Phuntsok stars as Tenzing Norgay, while Tom Hiddleston plays Ne…
  - 16 hours ago 26 Jun 26, 11:17pm -
• newApple increased prices, now is the time to grab Prime Day deals at up to $850 off
  Prime Day 2026 is winding down, and now is the time to snap up some of the lowest prices of the year before Apple's Mac and iPad price increases hit Amazon.Grab Apple Prime Day deals now before price increases take effect - Image credit: AppleThe final day of Prime Day sees a return of popular Apple deals that are even more attractive considering Apple raised prices on Thursday.Get Prime Day deals Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 18 hours ago 26 Jun 26, 9:31pm -
• newApple will provide aid to victims of devastating back-to-back earthquakes in Venezuela
  Apple CEO Tim Cook has said the company will donate to relief efforts after a pair of earthquakes ravaged northern Venezuela.Image credit: AP Photo/Javier CamposOn Wednesday evening, a pair of earthquakes, known as a doublet, struck Venezuela's northern coast. The first was a 7.2 magnitude quake, followed by a magnitude 7.5 quake less than one minute later, according to the Associated Press.The earthquakes have left thousands of people injured and have killed at least 589 people at the time of p…
  - 19 hours ago 26 Jun 26, 8:43pm -

• newHow to play Steam VR games on an Apple Vision Pro using ALVR
  ALVR is one of the tools to stream VR games from a Windows PC to their Apple Vision Pro over Wi-Fi. Here's how to get the tool working, and what to expect.Author's Apple Vision Pro and an Xbox controllerVirtual reality gaming has been around for years. While it has advanced over time to accommodate advances in tech, there are still some limiting factors that can get in the way of a great gameplay experience.One of those advances is on-device processing, with hardware like the Apple Vision Pro an…
  - 19 hours ago 26 Jun 26, 8:27pm -
• newPrime Day Apple Watch deals from $199 end today, shop now before it's too late
  Amazon's Prime Day Apple Watch deals end today, with SE 3, Series 11, and Ultra 3 prices falling to as low as $199. Grab a wearable at up to $160 off before the sale ends.Apple Watch Prime Day deals from $199 end tonight - Image credit: AppleToday is the final day to save big on Apple Watch styles at Amazon, as Prime Day ends tonight. With prices falling to as low as $199 and savings of up to $160 off, you can pick up Apple's wearable at a substantial discount, perfect for embarking on a summer…
  - 20 hours ago 26 Jun 26, 7:47pm -
• newAmazon's $1,149 15-inch MacBook Air deal is selling out, save up to $450 across line
  Apple's price increases have resulted in increased demand for Amazon's Prime Day deals, which remain unchanged. A top seller is this M5 15-inch MacBook Air for $1,149.99.Save $350 on Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air M5 while supplies last - Image credit: AppleAmazon's discounted prices have remained in effect on the last day of Prime Day, despite Apple raising prices on Thursday. Save $350 on the standard 15-inch MacBook Air M5 with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage or $450 on the M5/16GB/1TB model be…
  - 20 hours ago 26 Jun 26, 7:19pm -
• newPrice hikes, new betas, and iPhone Fold, on the AppleInsider Podcast
  Tim Cook warned us it was coming, but still the price rises on most, although not all, Apple products are a blow. Here's what's changed, and when it might change back. All this and more, on this week's episode of the AppleInsider Podcast.Apple hasn't raised prices on everything, but Macs including the iMac have been hit hard.Join Wesley Hilliard in his studio and William Gallagher at a secret location off a motorway somewhere near London and Apple's UK headquarters, as we break down the news of…
  - 21 hours ago 26 Jun 26, 6:19pm -
• newThese iPhone accessibility settings can make everyday tasks easier
  Apple's accessibility settings are often overlooked, but many of them double as practical workflow tools that can speed up everyday tasks across iPhone.iPhone accessibility features that can improve your workflowWhen it first launched in 2007, the iPhone became an immediate target for criticism. Its touch-based interface was seen as exclusive of users with no or low vision.However, when 2009 rolled around, Apple was ready to start adding in features that were geared towards low-and no-vision use…
  - 23 hours ago 26 Jun 26, 4:42pm -
• Elgato 4K S review: An excellent capture card for Mac streamers
  The Elgato 4K S is a powerful external peripheral that provides an easy way for Mac users to not just capture video, but also stream gameplay to Twitch, or to just about any place that will allow live video streaming.Elgato 4K S review: The capture device is really compact. In this day and age, the odds are very high that you, or someone you know, is livestreaming on one of the major streaming platforms.From video games to art and crafts, to music and talk shows, streaming is ingrained into mode…
  - 1 day ago 26 Jun 26, 5:55am -
• watchOS 27 beta 2 now available for Apple Watch Ultra 3
  Developers with an Apple Watch Ultra 3 can now install the second developer beta of watchOS 27, which offers access to Siri AI and an improved Workout Buddy.watchOS 27 beta 2 is now available for the Apple Watch Ultra 3.On June 23, Apple deployed watchOS 27 beta 2, making it available to all compatible models, with the exception of the Apple Watch Ultra 3. At the time, Apple's newest and most expensive smartwatch was left unable to run the software.On Thursday, however, Apple finally addressed t…
  - 2 days ago 26 Jun 26, 1:26am -
• Amazon's $299 iPad deal is in stock now, $150 off Apple's new $449 price
  Apple raised iPad prices today, but Amazon's $299 iPad deal is still available, reflecting a $150 discount off the new MSRP. Plus save on iPad mini, Air, and Pro models for a limited time.Grab an iPad for just $299 at Amazon ahead of likely price increases.Prime Day ends tomorrow, and Amazon's top iPad deals are likely to expire as well. That's because Apple raised prices across its tablet range today and Amazon has yet to catch up on the new MSRPs. That delay is your gain, as you can still scor…
  - 2 days ago 26 Jun 26, 12:57am -
• Apple will skip M6 Pro, Max chips in favor of M7 AI alternatives
  Apple is rumored to skip M6 Pro and M6 Max Apple Silicon chips in favor of new, AI-first M7 chips, according to a new report.A MacBook Pro with M6 could debut this year. Apple is expected to launch its first M6 MacBook Pro laptops later in 2026, but while there would normally be M6 Pro and M6 Max variants, these chips are rumored to not see the light of day.That's according to a Bloomberg report, which claims the entry-level M6 chip will focus on improved memory bandwidth when compared to the M5…
  - 2 days ago 25 Jun 26, 11:09pm -
• Amazon's $949 M5 MacBook Air deal is a steal after Apple raises prices
  Apple raised M5 MacBook Air prices, but Amazon has maintained its best Prime Day deal at $949. Beat Apple's price hikes now and save up to $450 before the sale ends.Save up to $450 on the M5 MacBook Air after Apple raised prices - Image credit: AppleApple's pricing now starts at $1,299 for the 13-inch M5 model, so you'll want to race over to Amazon to snap up its $949 Prime Day special before prices change.Buy M5 MacBook Air for $949 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 2 days ago 25 Jun 26, 10:26pm -
• Back to School promotion could ease the sting of Apple's higher Mac & iPad prices
  Apple's annual Back to School promotion is expected to return around July 1, giving eligible students a timely way to offset Apple's newly announced Mac and iPad price increases.MacBook NeoBloomberg's Mark Gurman reported Thursday that Apple's Back to School offering should arrive by next week. Apple hasn't announced the promotion, though the timing would align with its typical summer Back to School schedule in the United States and Canada.Apple raised prices on several Mac and iPad models on Th…
  - 2 days ago 25 Jun 26, 10:19pm -
• Grab Amazon's $1,549 M5 MacBook Pro deal, a $450 discount after Apple's price hike
  Apple raised M5 MacBook Pro prices on June 25, but Amazon still has the 1TB 14-inch model on sale for $1,549.99. Chances are the deal will sell out quickly.Save $450 on this M5 MacBook Pro after Apple raised the MSRP. - Image credit: AppleIf you've been eyeing an M5 MacBook Pro, now is the time to jump on Amazon's Prime Day deals as Apple's price increases haven't taken effect at Amazon yet. Pick up the 14-inch model with a 10-core M5 chip for $1,549.99. Considering Apple raised the price of thi…
  - 2 days ago 25 Jun 26, 9:57pm -
• Apple stock getting hit after price hikes, analysts mostly nonplussed
  Apple's rare mid-cycle hardware price increases pushed the stock lower on June 25, but Wall Street's early response stayed largely upbeat as analysts kept their ratings and targets unchanged.Wall Street reacts to Apple's price hikesApple shares fell about 4.8% in morning trading Thursday after the company announced the price increases. The announcement followed Micron's blockbuster earnings report, which reinforced Wall Street's view that AI-driven demand will keep DRAM and NAND prices elevated.…
  - 2 days ago 25 Jun 26, 8:29pm -
• Why the MacBook Neo got a price hike, and why it really shouldn't have
  Apple has increased the price of the MacBook Neo from $599 to $699, a move that is as disappointing as it was inevitable amid ongoing global RAM and storage price and availability tensions.Apple increased the price of the MacBook Neo to $699Apple has also increased the price of a number of products, just avoiding increases on iPhone, Apple Watch, and Airpods. For now.It's the price of the poster child MacBook Neo that is perhaps most disappointing. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on o…
  - 2 days ago 25 Jun 26, 7:55pm -
• Apple confirms price hikes across Macs, iPads, and more
  The Apple Store is back online after being taken down briefly, and its return has brought with it some significant price increases across some of Apple's most popular products, including the MacBook Neo.The Mac Studio is the worst impacted in terms of price hikesApple CEO Tim Cook had previously warned that Apple would be increasing the price of some products as a result of a global RAM and storage shortage. The shortage has seen prices increase across the board."We have never seen a component p…
  - 2 days ago 25 Jun 26, 7:43pm -
• iPhone, Apple Watch & AirPods escape Apple's latest price increases
  Apple left iPhone, Apple Watch, AirPods, and AirTag prices unchanged even as it raised prices across much of its hardware lineup, leaving some of its most popular products untouched.AirPods 4Customers shopping for an iPhone, Apple Watch, AirPods, or AirTag won't pay more. Macs, iPads, HomePod mini, and Vision Pro all received price increases after Apple briefly took its online store offline and returned with updated pricing.HomePod mini now costs $129 instead of $99. The iPad Air starts at $749,…
  - 2 days ago 25 Jun 26, 7:04pm -
• Apple Store was down, to implement price hikes
  The Apple Store is currently down, with the company saying that it is "making changes" to its online shopping site and leaving people temporarily unable to buy iPhones and more.The Apple Store is down right nowWhen this article was originally published, Apple had yet to confirm why the store is down, but given the timing, it's likely to be preparation for its annual Back to School sale. The sales launch every year around this time, offering students and educators a way to save money on their App…
  - 2 days ago 25 Jun 26, 7:02pm -
• Kremlin demands answers over removal of apps from the App Store
  Russian officials have demanded that Apple explain why a number of apps related to the internet and technology company VK were removed from the iPhone's App Store without any kind of "warning or explanation" as to the reason.The Kremlin wants answers after some apps were removed from the Russian App StoreThe Kremlin demanded an explanation after VK sounded the alarm. The company says that Apple's removal of the apps is restricting "access to popular services used by tens of millions of people ev…
  - 2 days ago 25 Jun 26, 5:40pm -
• iPhone 18 Pro board schematics, A20 Pro data, C2 modem files stolen from Tata
  AppleInsider can exclusively confirm that logic board designs for the iPhone 18 Pro, along with A20 Pro data sheets, were among the files stolen from Tata's India facility.iPhone 18 Pro logic board schematics were taken from Tata in a 2026 cyberattack.On June 23, it was reported that Tata, an Apple supply chain partner, had been the target of a cyberattack in India. Tata, along with Foxconn, produces iPhone components and assembles models like the iPhone 17 Pro.More than 630GB of confidential da…
  - 2 days ago 25 Jun 26, 5:37pm -
• Leak claims iPhone Ultra 2 is already greenlit, but maybe not iPhone Air 3
  Months ahead of the iPhone Ultra's expected fall release, a new leak claims Apple has already greenlit its replacement while keeping its powder dry on a potential iPhone Air 3.The iPhone Ultra is just the beginning.Apple's first foldable iPhone now looks increasingly likely to be called iPhone Ultra. But in a post to Weibo, leaker Digital Chat Station says Apple has already confirmed development of the second-gen model.However, with Apple thought to be working on an iPhone Air 2, the likelihood…
  - 2 days ago 25 Jun 26, 5:07pm -
• B&H slashes Samsung M8 32-inch USB-C monitor to $299 today only
  Today only, B&H Photo is selling Samsung's 32-inch M8 4K monitor for $299.99 via a $400 in-cart coupon.Get Samsung's M8 monitor for just $299.99 to pair with your Mac - Image credit: SamsungBeating Amazon's Prime Day price by $85, B&H Photo has dropped the Samsung M8 display to just $299.99 during its 24-hour Deal Zone event.Save $400 on Samsung M8 monitor Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 2 days ago 25 Jun 26, 10:11am -
• Heavys H1H headphones review: Better for rock listeners than AirPods Max, for half the price
  The Heavys H1H is a $274 over-ear headphone built specifically for rock and metal listeners, with an eight-driver design intended to recreate the feel of a live show. It is an unusual product in a crowded market, and it makes its case on a very specific promise.Heavys H1H Most headphones are designed to be broadly neutral, or to flatter whatever genre the buyer happens to favor. The Heavys H1H takes a different approach entirely.It is built around the idea that rock and metal have specific sonic…
  - 2 days ago 25 Jun 26, 5:47am -
• Google's new payment policies are a preview of what could come to Apple platforms
  Google's secretive deal after losing it's case with Epic Games has led to new Google Play policies, a lower commission, a separate billing fee, and more changes coming to the US, UK, and EU on June 30.Google is offering external payment options and lower fees. Image source: GoogleApple's App Store commissions have been contested globally for years, yet they remain the same in most places. In the US, it's still a flat 30% for most purchases and 15% for developers in the Small Business Program or…
  - 2 days ago 25 Jun 26, 5:30am -
• Best Prime Day OLED TV deals from LG, Samsung, Sony start at just $797
  Save up to $700 on OLED TVs from popular brands, including LG, Samsung, and Sony, with these Prime Day deals.Save up to $700 with Prime Day OLED TV deals - Image credit: LGWhether you're looking to run an OLED TV as an external display for your Mac or want to swap out your existing living room TV to stream programming, there are numerous Prime Day OLED TV deals in effect this week.Shop Prime Day TV deals Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 3 days ago 25 Jun 26, 1:46am -
• Flash deal: Get Paramount Plus for just $0.99/mo for two months
  Sort out your summer viewing with this deal from Paramount Plus, netting you two months at just $0.99 per month. But only if you're quick.Get Paramount Plus for just $0.99 per month for 2 months - Image credit: ParamountThe summer is upon us, and while we should all be going outside and enjoying the sunshine, it's also a great opportunity to catch up on TV. Thanks to one deal from Paramount Plus, you can do that without spending much money at all.New and eligible former subscribers can sign up f…
  - 3 days ago 25 Jun 26, 12:01am -
• Apple Ring would dominate the fitness market, which is why it can't exist
  The Apple Watch is reigning king among fitness trackers, but there's a big enough gap in the market for Apple to release a ring-style tracker, even though it probably won't.A render of the rumored Apple RingI hate the Apple Watch. I know, I know, heresy, but I do.And I don't even hate it for a singular reason. I hate it for a multitude of reasons, which is impressive, because I've bought three in my lifetime. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 3 days ago 24 Jun 26, 11:47pm -
• AirTag 2 hits $24 and gives shoppers one of the best Apple Prime Day deals
  Apple's second-generation AirTag has dropped to its lowest price ever on Amazon during Prime Day, with the single-pack falling to $24 and the four-pack reaching $89.Buy AirTags 2 at a low priceThe new discounts cut $5 off the AirTag 2 single-pack and $10 off the four-pack. Both offers represent the lowest prices seen thus far for Apple's latest item tracker, giving shoppers an opportunity to save before Prime Day ends on June 26.The deals are available through Amazon and apply to Apple's recentl…
  - 3 days ago 24 Jun 26, 9:56pm -
• Cops will soon upgrade to license plate readers that can track your iPhone and AirPods in public
  A surveillance firm with deep ties to law enforcement has developed a technology to wirelessly identify and make a database of Bluetooth devices like iPhones. This will be used to spot suspects traveling together, and may track protestors heading to marches.SignalTrace sensors can detect Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and RFID signals - image credit: LeonardoAutomatic License Plate Recognition (ALPR) is already common worldwide, and Australian police even have a CarPlay app that identifies nearby cars. But n…
  - 3 days ago 24 Jun 26, 9:25pm -
• Folding iPhone hinge issues may have been worked out, rumored to ship in fall
  Yet another report insists that the iPhone Fold launch will happen in September, after a rumor-monger back-and-forth about hinge issues. The iPhone rumor silly season has officially kicked off.A render of a potential iPhone Fold design - image credit: AppleInsiderApple is widely expected to bring out its first foldable smartphone, the iPhone Fold, in September. In a Wednesday report about the supply chain, Apple is forging ahead with mass production in the next month.According to interviews with…
  - 3 days ago 24 Jun 26, 7:50pm -
• Learn about Apple's history with Prime Day book deals at up to 65% off
  Learn more about the history of Apple and the legacy of Steve Jobs in these biographies, which are discounted by up to 65% during Amazon's Prime Day sales.Apple biographies are on sale at Amazon.We at AppleInsider chiefly deal with the current state of Apple and associated news stories. But it's always good to look back at the company's history to get a more rounded view of its activities.What follows is a selection of biographies, dealing with the company's history through good times and bad, a…
  - 3 days ago 24 Jun 26, 7:20pm -
• Developer resource Swift Package Index to stay open source after Apple acquisition
  The Swift Package Index is no longer independent as Apple has taken control, but it will remain an open source search engine for third-party code.Swift icon - image credit: AppleIt's now a startling 12 years since Apple launched its Swift programming language for apps, and key to it from 2015 has been that it is open source. The aim was to build a community of developers, and one group that helped this was behind the Swift Package Index.The Swift Package Index gave developers one trusted locatio…
  - 3 days ago 24 Jun 26, 7:13pm -
• New macOS security flaw could let hackers disable protection tools, researchers say
  Security firm XM Cyber found a macOS technique that can let standard user accounts disable some enterprise security tools without administrator credentials.The research focuses on trusted macOS communication channelsResearchers disclosed the findings ahead of a planned Black Hat Arsenal presentation in August, where they'll demonstrate an open-source tool called XPC Hunter. XM Cyber reported successful attacks against CrowdStrike Falcon and Kandji on macOS.The firm's reported technique isn't a r…
  - 3 days ago 24 Jun 26, 6:40pm -
• Apple Watch Series 11 (46mm, cellular) plunges to record-low $379 for Prime Day
  Amazon's Prime Day Apple Watch Series 11 deal slashes the 46mm GPS + Cellular model to a record-low $379.Apple Watch Series 11 (46mm, Cellular) has dipped to the lowest price ever - Image credit: AppleThe $150 discount on day 2 of Prime Day reflects steeper savings compared to yesterday, with this Apple Watch Series 11 model dropping to the lowest price on record. This 46mm model offers the larger aluminum case size, along with GPS + Cellular functionality.Buy 46mm Cellular S11 for $379 Continue…
  - 3 days ago 24 Jun 26, 6:35pm -
• Best Apple Prime Day 2 deals slash prices to as low as $11
  Day 2 of Prime Day 2026 deepens Apple discounts, led by a new $100 markdown on every iPad mini 7 configuration, alongside record-low prices on AirPods Max 2 and the Apple Watch Series 11. Here are the deals worth buying.Day 2 of Prime Day delivers up to 71% off Apple gear - Image credit: Apple, AmazonThe second day of Prime Day is well underway, with Apple's iPad mini getting a steeper markdown at $100 off. Plus, grab some of the year's lowest prices on dozens of products before Amazon's shoppin…
  - 3 days ago 24 Jun 26, 5:35pm -
• Apple's iPad mini 7 lands Prime Day price drop to $399
  Day 2 of Prime Day 2026 delivers a $100 discount on Apple's handy iPad mini 7, perfect for summer travel.Save $100 on every iPad mini 7 for Prime Day - Image credit: ApplePick up the $399.99 special at Amazon on day 2 of the annual Prime Day event. This new markdown reflects a $100 discount off retail on the 8.3-inch tablet.Buy iPad mini 7 for $399.99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 3 days ago 24 Jun 26, 3:58pm -
• Apple Watch Ultra models plunge to as low as $499 for Prime Day
  Steep Prime Day discounts have driven Apple Watch Ultra models down to as low as $499 as the mega shopping event kicks off.Pick up an Apple Watch Ultra for $499 this Prime Day - Image credit: AppleDeals are plentiful on both current and closeout Apple Watch Ultra models, with the 2nd generation dipping to $499 and the 3rd generation on sale from $649. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 4 days ago 23 Jun 26, 12:41pm -
• Your Mac isn't immune to viruses & surveillance tools, Intego One is here to help
  If you're on the hunt for one of the best antivirus for Mac, then Intego One is an excellent option, as it combines four important security tools into one. Get it today at 50% off your subscription.Intego One is a complete suite of tools for your MacThere may be fewer viruses and spyware made for Macs, but that advantage is shrinking every day. Apple's protections are robust, but you don't want to go without some dedicated tools to help ensure your data stays yours as you use your Mac.That's whe…
  - 5 days ago 22 Jun 26, 7:11pm -
• Apple's 1TB M5 MacBook Pro dips to $1,529 with B&H coupon
  B&H's bonus coupon drives the price of Apple's 1TB MacBook Pro with an M5 chip down to $1,529.Grab a MacBook Pro coupon at B&H for a limited time - Image credit: AppleThe $170 total discount at B&H is in the form of a $150 instant markdown stacked with a $20 in-cart coupon.Buy 14" MacBook Pro M5 for $1,529 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 9 days ago 18 Jun 26, 11:32pm -
• How to turn the Action Button into a multi-function automation launcher
  The Action Button on the iPhone 15 and later provides one-click access to features, but strangely it can only perform one action. With a quick workaround in the Shortcuts apps, it's possible to use the Action Button to trigger up to eight applications or automations.The iPhone Action Button is more powerful than you may think.The Action button has several default functions, including toggling silent mode, launching an app, setting focus, and more.The Action Button can only be assigned to perform…
  - 7 Nov 25, 9:30am -
• How to stop your LG or Samsung smart TV from tracking you
  Even when used as a monitor for your Mac, an LG or Samsung smart TV will periodically capture what's on screen and send it to company servers. Here's how to stop that terrible behavior.Smart TVs can double as silent spiesSmart TVs from LG and Samsung are increasingly being used as monitors for Mac and PC, given that they are generally cheaper than an OLED display. The trade-off that you get for an inexpensive TV is adware. To accomplish this goal, they can capture screenshots of everything on sc…
  - 6 Jul 25, 2:42am -