- newiPhone part factory in India no longer in danger of shutting down
After alleging that Apple supplier Tata contaminated farm water and threatening to close its iPhone factory, Indian regulators have now dropped the matter altogether.Tata's iPhone component production facility in Hosur, Tamil Nadu, India. Image Credit: TataAs a result of Apple's supply chain diversification plans, which aim to reduce reliance on China, a quarter of all iPhones sold worldwide are now made in India. Tata, which manufactures iPhone backplates, is a relevant factor in the process, b…
- 1 hour ago 17 Jun 26, 4:14am -
- newSnap built standalone AR glasses without a convincing reason to wear them
Snap Inc. wants its Specs to be the future of everyday computing, but between the eye-watering price and lackluster demos, we don't see it happening.Snap Inc's new SpecsOn Tuesday, Snapchat unveiled Specs, a $2,195 pair of augmented reality glasses. The glasses, notably, are fully standalone and do not need to be tethered to a computer or smartphone to work.They come in two sizes, too. A 47mm model that weighs 132 grams, and a 52mm model that weighs 136 grams. The lens inserts are removable and…
- 5 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 12:55am -
- newAirPods Pro & Beats Studio Buds move to new firmware versions
Apple has released new firmware updates for AirPods and Beats earbuds, continuing its steady rollout of bug fixes and performance improvements across its audio lineup.AirPods ProAirPods Pro 2 and AirPods Pro 3 are receiving firmware version 8B41, while Beats Studio Buds are being updated to version 1B211. The release updates AirPods Pro models from version 8B40 and Beats Studio Buds from version 1B204.Apple hasn't disclosed what's included in the update. The company typically limits AirPods firm…
- 5 hours ago 17 Jun 26, 12:41am -
- newiPhone's 20th anniversary could be marked with an iPhone Fold 2, plus AirPods with cameras
A new report claims that Apple is preparing multiple new releases for late 2027, including a 20th-anniversary iPhone, and AirPods with cameras. Though, there's enough hedging here to be skeptical.Apple is said to be planning a new iPhone plus AirPods with cameras for late 2027It's long been presumed that Apple will release an iPhone 20 to mark the anniversary of the original iPhone, and that it may have a bezel-free display. Similarly, a second generation folding iPhone, and AirPods with cameras…
- 6 hours ago 16 Jun 26, 11:26pm -
- newAdobe's glowing AI survey leaves out most of the creative industry
Adobe claims that 75% of creatives now say creative AI is essential to their work, which might be true if you're willing to severely restrict what your definition of a creator is.Adobe AI creator survey excludes traditional creativesOn Tuesday, Adobe released its 2026 Creators' Toolkit Report. According to Adobe, this report is:"[A] global study exploring how content creators are integrating creative generative AI and mobile tools in their workflows, and what they expect from the next generation…
- 7 hours ago 16 Jun 26, 10:48pm -
- new'Widow's Bay' playlist lasts nearly 10 times longer than the show
Apple Music's new "Widow's Bay" playlist lasts so long that it can outlive the entire first season several times over.Patricia's Sunset CocktailsApple Music has published "Patricia's Sunset Cocktails Playlist", a collection inspired by the world of "Widow's Bay." While the playlist page doesn't prominently advertise its size, scrolling to the bottom reveals 811 songs with a total runtime of 60 hours and 32 minutes in the US version of Apple Music."Widow's Bay" follows a small coastal town whose…
- 7 hours ago 16 Jun 26, 10:45pm -
- newAmazon slashes M5 MacBook Air with 24GB RAM, 1TB SSD to $1,329
Amazon has quietly issued steeper M5 MacBook Air price drops on high-end configurations with 24GB of RAM and 1TB of storage thanks to an early Prime Day coupon.Pick up Apple's upgraded M5 MacBook Air with an early Prime Day discount - Image credit: AppleAmazon's early Prime Day MacBook Air deals deliver $170 in stacked savings thanks to a $150 cash discount stacked with a $20 in-cart coupon for qualifying accounts (business accounts may see a single $170 discount in lieu of the $20 in-cart savin…
- 8 hours ago 16 Jun 26, 9:18pm -
- newItaly targets iCloud interoperability for DMA investigation
Apple's troubles with the EU's Digital Markets Act are continuing, with Italy now investigating iCloud and the cloud storage market.The EU's DMA is now being used against iCloudThe Digital Markets Act has been a thorn in Apple's side, with it giving regulators more reasons to examine its business practices in Europe. In the latest salvo, Italy's Competition Authority is now going after the company.In a statement released on Tuesday, the Autorita Garante Della Concorrenza E Del Mercato said it ha…
- 11 hours ago 16 Jun 26, 6:50pm -
- newiPhone 18 will get 12GB to fully benefit from Siri AI
The iPhone 18 is again speculated to get an upgrade to 12GB of memory, so that future owners can get as much of a benefit as possible from Siri AI.iPhone 17 has 8GB of memory. iPhone 18 should have 12GB. While the fall release schedule will include the iPhone 18 Pro, the iPhone 18 is anticipated to arrive months later, in the spring of 2027. When it launches, it should have a considerable upgrade to its memory.According to KB Securities in a DigiTimes report on Tuesday, Apple will be including 1…
- 12 hours ago 16 Jun 26, 5:33pm -
- newStrident leaker insists iPhone Fold is not delayed at all
The back and forth of conflicting claims about the iPhone Fold continues, as now a vocal leaker has repeatedly scorned reports of the device being delayed until 2027.iPhone Fold leakers continue to argue over whether it has been delayedJust to be clear, the previous most recent rumor about the iPhone Fold was that Apple will announce it as expected in September 2026, but it will not actually ship until early 2027. But now leaker Fixed Focus Digital on Chinese social media site Weibo says no, no,…
- 13 hours ago 16 Jun 26, 4:18pm -
- newHow to run Minecraft: Bedrock Edition on a Mac
Playing Minecraft is better with Bedrock, but it's not directly available for macOS. Here's how to get around the limitation and improve your building experience.You can play Minecraft Bedrock on macOS, but it requires a workaround. Minecraft is one of the longest-running online games that is still actively being played by a lot of people. Originally playable since 2009 and officially released in 2011, it has stood the test of time.However, while it has been improved over the years, Mac gamers h…
- 21 hours ago 16 Jun 26, 8:32am -
- Game development diary: Running on Steam
I slipped under the wire and got a demo of "Character Limit" submitted to Steam just in time. Now for the stressful part: It's live in Steam Next Fest.Steam now lists the Character Limit demo. It's a massive step. In April, the development of Character Limit had reached a point where it could be tested by actual players. It did fantastically well at Dreamhack Birmingham, and I had also started doing testing on iPhone and iPad with Testflight.However, later that month, registration for something…
- 1 day ago 16 Jun 26, 12:05am -
- At WWDC 2026, energy and optimism were high as Apple finally delivers
After spending several days at Apple's campus for WWDC, developers seem to feel energized by everything Apple has announced. Here's my early impression of what Apple has coming.Apple's WWDC 2026 status that looks like the new Siri AI windowWWDC is one of my favorite times of the year. I appreciate seeing the features coming to existing hardware and connecting with the developers building the apps.While most users and media alike had cautious expectations going in after two years of underwhelming…
- 1 day ago 15 Jun 26, 11:21pm -
- Second developer betas for iOS 26.6, macOS 26.6 have arrived
Apple's beta testing routine for the current-gen operating systems continues, with the second developer builds of iOS 26.6, iPadOS 26.6, watchOS 26.6, tvOS 26.6, visionOS 26.6, and macOS Tahoe 26.6 out now.Apple's hardware that works with the 26-generation operating systems - Image Credit: AppleThe second developer builds arrive after the first, which landed on May 26.While usually we deal with only one set of betas, sometimes we have to manage two of them. Following the WWDC keynote, Apple has…
- 1 day ago 15 Jun 26, 10:55pm -
- Adobe crams more AI into Lightroom, Premiere, Photoshop, After Effects
Adobe has added new features to most of its Creative Cloud software, including quite a few that are powered by artificial intelligence.Image Credit: AdobeOn Monday, Adobe announced that it had begun rolling out the next batch of updates to its popular design software. The updates, while minimal for each program, are substantial across the entire platform.As expected, many of these features are powered by AI. This strategy has put Adobe at odds with many of the creatives who use its software. Con…
- 1 day ago 15 Jun 26, 9:53pm -
- iPhone 18 Pro buyers should watch out for a repeat problem
The fiasco of the color-changing iPhone 17 Pro is threatening the iPhone 18 Pro, with one leaker claiming that Apple has apparently not managed to defeat truths about chemistry, physics, and user behavior for the fall release.iPhone 17 Pro Max in Cosmic Orange, without the color-change issue. Following the launch of the iPhone 17 Pro, consumers started to complain about the coating of the Cosmic Orange model. If a leaker is to be believed, history is about to repeat itself. And, AppleInsider can…
- 1 day ago 15 Jun 26, 8:29pm -
- Apple Watch Ultra 3 drops to $699.99 as countdown to Prime Day begins
With only a week to go before Prime Day 2026 kicks off, early Prime Day Apple deals are hitting a fever pitch. Today, we're following a $100 price drop on the Apple Watch Ultra 3, delivering the lowest price of the year.Amazon's early Prime Day deal drops Apple Watch Ultra 3 to $699.99 - Image credit: AppleAmazon's $699.99 special price is available on the Apple Watch Ultra 3 with Black Titanium Case and Black Ocean Band, a sleek color combo that's perfect for Father's Day. The 49mm GPS + Cellul…
- 1 day ago 15 Jun 26, 8:13pm -
- Trump threatens to squeeze France where it hurts over tech tax
President Trump has issued an ultimatum to France, threatening to place a 100% tariff on French wines if the country doesn't kill a tax on US big tech that went into effect seven years ago.Trump threatens 100% wine tariff on France over tech taxThe tax in question is France's Digital Services Tax (DST), first announced in December 2019. It applies to any tech company with an annual global revenue of at least 750 million euros ($870 million) and at least 25 million euros ($29 million) within Fran…
- 1 day ago 15 Jun 26, 8:12pm -
- India threatens to shut down iPhone factory for polluting farmland
Apple iPhone manufacturer Tata is accused of contaminating water needed by farms near its plant in Tamil Nadu, India, and of failing to take corrective action after warnings.Tata's plant in Tamil Nadu, India - image credit:Storyboard18The plant in question is in Hosur in the south of the region, which Tata built after also acquiring a separate Pegatron iPhone factory in 2024. Now according to Reuters, the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) has warned Tata that it may force a shutdown.Tat…
- 1 day ago 15 Jun 26, 7:22pm -
- WWDC 2026 Apple Home, Apple TV, & HomePod news roundup on Smart Home Insider
There was a lot at WWDC last week. On this week's Smart Home Insider Podcast, we go through it all!Smart Home Insider PodcastWith Apple annual developer conference officially in the rearview mirror, we walk through all the biggest announcements Apple made. We walk through the changes to Apple Home, HomePod, and Apple TV.There's a lot to love in these updates, including support for 2K and 4K camera feeds, Apple Intelligence video processing, and more intelligent notifications. We've been using th…
- 1 day ago 15 Jun 26, 6:53pm -
- Beats continues World Cup tease of its mystery headphones
Apple's Beats by Dre is really pushing its unannounced headphones at the World Cup, with more player social media shots suggesting that the new model might be customizable.Lee Kang-in and Antonee Robinson, wearing unannounced Beats headphones - Image Credit: Instagram kanginleeoficial and antonee_jediAfter an initial mention in an FCC filing on May 23, an unannounced pair of Beats were then shown around the neck of soccer star Lamine Yamal. Now, more players attending the FIFA World Cup have bee…
- 1 day ago 15 Jun 26, 5:33pm -
- macOS Golden Gate beta review: it's nothing without Siri AI
Thank goodness for Siri AI, because if the only updates with macOS Golden Gate were the other ones shown at WWDC, this would be the weakest release in history.macOS 27 Golden Gate review: If you like AI, you'll like thisAs it is, the new macOS Golden Gate is a significant and even dramatic update, but solely because of how useful Siri AI is. True, there is more to the update than Apple said, but all it mentioned was a Liquid Glass refinement, improved curves on windows, and a reworking of the si…
- 2 days ago 15 Jun 26, 4:46pm -
- Here we go again: Supply chain thinks iPhone Fold will ship in 2027, not 2026
The iPhone Fold has been on and off for years, but now the supply chain is suggesting that Apple will announce it as expected in September 2026, yet not actually ship it for several months.Render of a possible iPhone Fold - image credit: AppleInsiderThere are at last positive signs from Apple that it is preparing an iPhone Fold, but there have also been multiple reports that it is delayed. Now according to Economic Daily News, the CEO of Apple lens supplier Largan Precision has hinted at delays.…
- 2 days ago 15 Jun 26, 4:38pm -
- Blowout savings drive MacBook Air prices down to as low as $899
Two exclusive MacBook Air deals are in effect on M4 13-inch and 15-inch models, dropping prices to as low as $899 while supplies last.B&H is blowing out M4 MacBook Air inventory at $899 - Image credit: AppleThe first exclusive deal is on Apple's closeout M4 MacBook Air 13-inch. This upgraded model, which is discounted to $899* in Sky Blue, has a 10-core GPU for enhanced performance. It also has 16GB of unified memory and 512GB of storage.Buy M4 13" MacBook Air for $899 Continue Reading on AppleI…
- 2 days ago 15 Jun 26, 11:13am -
- Sunday Reboot: The WWDC hangover and Siri AI blindspots
Apple's WWDC went about as expected for 2026. While it's a tiny bit disappointing, Siri AI turned out to be worth the wait, but with some painful app-based gaps.WWDC was all AI, almost all the time.WWDC 2026 was on Monday, and it was expected to be a bit of a slow one this time around. As predicted by the rumor mill and countless reports in the weeks ahead, it certainly wasn't an event that shouted about many new features.Actually, that's not quite true. Apple did harp on about one big thing, an…
- 2 days ago 15 Jun 26, 1:38am -
- iPhone Fold, touchscreen MacBook evidence mounts in iOS 27, macOS 27
As is often the case, Apple has leaked its own hardware. Here are the signs that the folding iPhone and MacBook Pro with touchscreen are coming, and where they are.A render of a potential iPhone Fold design - image credit: AppleInsiderThe release of the first developer betas of macOS 27 Golden Gate, iOS 27, and others was followed by the inevitable deep dive into the changes. All to find out what Apple is planning for the future.In Sunday's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg, Mark Gurman lays…
- 2 days ago 14 Jun 26, 9:10pm -
- Siri AI success could embolden Apple to charge a subscription
It's obviously speculation, and repeated at that, but a new report argues that it's more likely that Apple will eventually charge a fee for Siri Ai now that Apple Intelligence has improved so much.For now, Siri AI is free, although iCloud+ subscribers get higher daily usage limits.Apple has long been predicted to introduce a subscription version of Apple Intelligence, and a new report chiefly repeats speculation from 2024. However, the new claim comes after the launch of Siri AI in beta, and Blo…
- 2 days ago 14 Jun 26, 8:21pm -
- MacBook Neo vs Dell XPS 13: $599 budget battle, compared
Dell has rebuilt the XPS 13 to directly take on Apple's MacBook Neo on price. Here's how the entry-level models compare on specs and value.MacBook Neo [left] vs Dell XPS 13 [right]Apple's MacBook Neo arrived as the company's most accessible laptop, pairing the A18 Pro chip with a $599 price. Dell has now answered directly with a new XPS 13.Dell is open about the target. Its announcement names the MacBook Neo and frames the XPS 13 as the more feature-rich option at a similar price. Continue Readi…
- 3 days ago 14 Jun 26, 5:02pm -
- Crime blotter: Arrested NFL star accused of biting iPhone
An employee disappearing with a MacBook, a man convicted of tracking a woman with an AirTag, and a woman who used an AirTag to track her husband in ICE custody, all in this week's Apple Crime Blotter.Man in cuffs - Image Credit: PixabayThe latest in an occasional AppleInsider series, looking at the world of Apple-related crime. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
- 3 days ago 14 Jun 26, 4:48pm -
- Waymo has bought the Apple Car self-driving test site for $220M
Over two years after the Apple Car program was declared dead, Apple has offloaded its 5,500-acre Arizona proving ground to Waymo. It's a sale that recoups $220M from the $10B Apple spent on the failed project.The Apple Car no longer exists. Nor does its test track. The Apple Car project is a program believed to have been cancelled by Apple after about a decade of research and development. In what is the surest sign of it being dead, Apple has sold off a massive parcel of land used for self-drivi…
- 3 days ago 14 Jun 26, 1:43am -
- Apple's M4 Mac mini is back in stock & on sale for $769, but supply is limited
With delivery by Father's Day and a 90-day low price, you'll want to grab Amazon's weekend Mac mini deal before inventory runs out.Pick up Apple's Mac mini at a discount while supplies last.With increased demand for a headless machine to run AI agents and a budget-friendly price tag, Apple's M4 Mac mini has been sold out for much of Q2 2026. But Amazon has the 16GB/512GB configuration back in stock, and it's on sale for $769.99 (a $30 discount off retail).Buy M4 Mac mini for $769.99 Continue Rea…
- 3 days ago 14 Jun 26, 12:34am -
- Owning an Apple Home: Robots, maintenance, and chores
Whether you rent or own, there are some chores you have to complete on a near-constant basis. The good news is, you can get some help from robots and apps in your Apple Home.Get a little help in your smart home from some robots and tech solutionsI'm a firm believer in optimizing when possible. If a robot, machine, or gadget exists to speed up or even remove the need for certain tasks, I'm going to implement it.While we're still waiting on a robot that can fold your laundry and put it away, there…
- 4 days ago 13 Jun 26, 1:01am -
- How to use Visual Intelligence on macOS Golden Gate, and when it's worth it
Apple has finally brought Visual Intelligence to the Mac with macOS Golden Gate, and it is a boon when it works. Here's how to get started.You can select a region on your Mac's screen and if it shows food, you can get nutrition details - image credit: AppleI admit I have sometimes taken a photo of my Mac's screen and used Visual Intelligence on my iPhone to find out what I'm looking at. But as of macOS Golden Gate, I no longer need to do that because the Mac has Visual Intelligence built in.Appl…
- 4 days ago 12 Jun 26, 10:56pm -
- Apple Vision Pro helped Disney re-engineer a classic EPCOT ride
Just in time for America's 250th anniversary, Disney Imagineers tapped Apple Vision Pro to help give one of their most iconic flight rides a patriotic makeover.A Disney audio engineer wears the Apple Vision ProDisney has shared a brand-new behind-the-scenes video as part of the Disney Unscripted series on YouTube. This time, the company shows off what it takes to revamp one of its existing attractions.The attraction in question is "Soarin', at EPCOT, which has been rebranded to "Soarin' Across A…
- 4 days ago 12 Jun 26, 10:28pm -
- Your ChatGPT Mac app will stop working tonight if you haven't updated it recently
OpenAI is forcing Mac users to update ChatGPT and other desktop apps, after a supply chain attack exposed signing certificates that Apple's security systems use to verify trusted software.OpenAI is forcing Mac users to update ChatGPTThe company disclosed the incident on May 13 and confirmed malware linked to the "Mini Shai-Hulud" attack infected two employee devices through the TanStack npm ecosystem. Investigators identified unauthorized access activity in a limited set of internal source code…
- 4 days ago 12 Jun 26, 8:52pm -
- How and when macOS will finally stop support for Intel apps
Apple's forthcoming macOS 27 doesn't run on Intel Macs at all, and that's just the beginning of a timeline that will complete a years-long transition to Apple Silicon. Here's what to expect, and when.Running Intel apps on Macs will soon be a thing of the pastWhen Apple unveiled macOS 27 during its WWDC 2026 opening keynote, it put into motion its previously announced plan for the end of Intel Macs. Not only will the update not support any Intel Macs, but it also removes the Rosetta 2 translation…
- 4 days ago 12 Jun 26, 8:43pm -
- Apple and the American Academy of Pediatrics have a plan to teach healthy digital habits to kids
Apple is gearing up to release new child safety tools in iOS 27. Here's a look at what the science behind the guidelines says.The science behind keeping kids safe online | Image credit: AppleDuring the WWDC 2026 keynote, Apple announced that it would release expanded parental controls for Child Accounts. These tools have been designed to help parents manage how a young person interfaces with a device.The controls range from content blocking to encouraging healthier browsing habits. These guideli…
- 4 days ago 12 Jun 26, 7:54pm -
- Hands on: iPadOS 27's shortcut builder creates automations from plain English
Apple's Shortcuts generator has always been powerful, but iPadOS 27 finally makes it easier for everybody to use. Here's how Apple Intelligence turns plain-language prompts into workflows, and what to look out for.Apple lets you vibe-code shortcuts in iPadOS 27Apple Intelligence makes Shortcuts far easier to approach in iPadOS 27. Users can describe a task in plain language, and the app generates a workflow based on that request.Instead of hunting through actions and connecting them one by one,…
- 4 days ago 12 Jun 26, 7:25pm -
- WWDC, Siri AI, and all of Apple's platforms, on the AppleInsider Podcast
Finally, we know details about iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS Golden Gate, and more. There is still so much more to discover, especially now that we're diving into the betas on the AppleInsider Podcast.Craig Federighi starts to introduce macOS Golden Gate - image credit: AppleAs Apple's WWDC week draws to its close, we're still digesting everything that was announced in its opening keynote. Plus one of your hosts has installed all of the betas.Tune in to find out whether he manages to make an appearan…
- 4 days ago 12 Jun 26, 7:17pm -
- All the Liquid Glass design fixes are in Apple's new Design Resources documents
Developers looking to see just how much design work they have to do to match the revised Liquid Glass with its new app icons, can see every detail in Apple's updated resources library.Every detail of, in this case, the look of macOS Golden Gate is now available for developers to emulate - image credit: AppleJust as it did in 2025 with the launch of Liquid Glass on macOS Tahoe, Apple has now published a comprehensive set of design resources for its main platform updates. Developers can see and us…
- 4 days ago 12 Jun 26, 5:36pm -
- Save $300 on Apple's M5 Pro MacBook Pro with 48GB RAM this weekend
Save $300 on Apple's 2026 14-inch MacBook Pro with an upgrade to the M5 Pro 18C CPU/20C GPU chip and boost to 48GB RAM. This flash deal ends Sunday.Save $300 on Apple's latest MacBook Pro with 48GB RAM this weekend - Image credit: AppleDespite being released only three months ago, Apple's M5 Pro 14-inch MacBook Pro is already marked down heavily during B&H's weekend sale. Save $300 on this M5 Pro model that has an 18-core CPU/20-core GPU chip, an upgrade from the standard 15-core CPU/16-core GPU…
- 5 days ago 12 Jun 26, 1:13pm -
- CrossOver, a Windows to Mac gaming tool, goes Apple Silicon only
If you're a CrossOver user on Intel or use 32-bit gaming bottles, your time is up with version 27. 64-bit bottles and Apple Silicon are now required.CrossOver is going Apple Silicon onlyGaming on Mac has always been a bit of a wasteland, but that doesn't stop some folks from trying. The CrossOver app for Mac brings Windows games to the platform, and it gets better with each update.However, the latest update, CrossOver 27, will have to make some sacrifices to make development a little more stream…
- 5 days ago 12 Jun 26, 3:53am -
- Apple executive: 'We don't do AI for AI's sake'
Apple's executives say the new-and-improved Siri won't try to be your friend or your partner, because it's only there to help you as efficiently as it can.Craig Federighi (left) and Greg Joswiak (right) discuss Apple's approach to Siri AI. Image Credit: Mostly Human PodcastApple's latest attempt at modernizing its virtual assistant was the star of the show at WWDC 2026. Siri AI now supports natural language, contextual awareness, and advanced in-app actions, along with a chatbot-style experience…
- 5 days ago 12 Jun 26, 3:19am -
- Early Prime Day Apple deals start at just $14.99, save up to $300
With Prime Day 2026 fast approaching, Apple deals are heating up, and some of the lowest prices on record are available on new releases.Save up to $300 on electronics with early Prime Day Apple deals - Image credit: ApplePrime Day officially starts on June 23, but retailers are slashing prices on popular Mac configurations, iPads, Apple Watches, AirPods, and more. Plus, the in-demand Mac mini is back at Amazon (and marked down). Here are the top deals this Thursday. Continue Reading on AppleInsi…
- 5 days ago 12 Jun 26, 12:37am -
- US legislation outlawing big tech from favoriting their own services resurrected
Congress is reviving one of the most significant antitrust bills Apple has faced in years, reopening a fight over the App Store and platform control that the company helped spend millions to defeat during previous congressional sessions.App StoreSens. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., and Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, reintroduced the American Innovation and Choice Online Act (AICOA) on June 10. It revives a bipartisan effort to limit how dominant technology companies favor their own products and services.The b…
- 5 days ago 11 Jun 26, 11:46pm -
- If your iPhone or Mac has Apple Intelligence, you're getting Siri AI
Because Apple tossed out a slide that has no context outside the keynote, the internet has convinced itself that Siri AI is only coming to hardware released since 2024. That's untrue.The new Siri AI on iPhone - image credit: AppleApple announced Siri AI as part of the WWDC 2026 opening keynote on June 8. It'll ship this fall as part of the iOS 27, macOS 27, iPadOS 27, and visionOS 27 software updates.Siri AI is built on Apple Intelligence and will see the assistant gain new abilities, including…
- 5 days ago 11 Jun 26, 10:36pm -
- Surprising nobody, leaker claims a touchscreen MacBook is '100% confirmed'
A new leak says Apple's first-ever Mac with a touchscreen display is now "100% confirmed," days after a report that it was already in production testing and months from an expected release date.A MacBook Pro with a touchscreen OLED display is in the cards. Rumors of Apple's intention to bring touch to the Mac lineup have been rife for years. But they've coalesced in recent months, with a release window of late-2026 to early 2027 generally accepted to be most likely.Now, in a surprise to nobody,…
- 5 days ago 11 Jun 26, 8:45pm -
- Alogic Clarity Touch 6K monitor review: When a $2,500 display is considered cheap
Choosing a high-resolution display for your Mac doesn't mean splashing out on an Apple Pro Display XDR, and the $2,500 Alogic Clarity 6K Touch monitor proves it.Alogic Clarity Touch 6K review: 32 inches makes for a huge canvasAt $4,999 before you add a stand, the Pro Display XDR is a beast of a display. Its 32-inch size makes it a great option for productivity and creativity alike, and the 6K resolution makes for Retina-like pinpoint sharpness.Alogic's alternative matches all of those specs. It…
- 28 Feb 26, 7:55pm -
- Audio-Technica ATH-R50x headphones review: Open-backed music to my ears
The Audio-Technica ATH-R50x look and sound great, and they benefit from their open-ear design in ways that have made them my go-to headphones for Mac gaming, music, and more.Audio-Technica ATH-R50x review: Just how headphones should lookYou don't necessarily have to be an audiophile to be familiar with the name Audio-Technica. The Japanese company has been making audio gear since 1962, so it's not new to the headphone game.In fact, it's not new to most aspects of audio. Visit the company's websi…
- 27 Jan 26, 6:31am -
- How to take a screenshot on a Mac - the comprehensive guide
If you ever wondered how to take a screenshot on a Mac, here's a comprehensive guide of not only how to do it, but every option available to you from Apple — and the stand-out best third-party app.There are better ways of taking screenshots.We must love our Mac screens. Apple gives us five ways to take screenshots or screen grabs of them, each with options. Then there are at least as many other third-party apps that will do exactly the same thing.Or rather, not quite exactly. Each option of Ap…
- 10 Jul 25, 8:06pm -