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  • newApple in Talks to Pay Publishers for News Content to Power Siri AI
    Apple has approached publishers to establish content deals that would give Siri AI access to current news and information, reports The Wall Street Journal.Apple is proposing multiyear agreements where publishers would receive payment when their content is used, which is different from standard AI deals. Typical deals between AI companies and news organizations have set fees for broad content access. Apple has discussed a nine-figure budget for the payments.The Wall Street Journal says…
    - 44 mins ago 13 Aug 26, 5:33am -
  • newSupreme Court Lets Apple Delay App Store Fee Fight for 24 Hours
    U.S. Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan today granted Apple a one-day stay in its legal fight with Epic Games, giving Apple more time to outline the fees it wants to charge developers for linking out to purchase options on the web.Just yesterday, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California denied Apple's request for a stay in the proceedings, giving Apple 24 hours to deliver its fee proposal. Apple then submitted an emergency filing to the Supreme Court, arguing that fee…
    - 1 hour ago 13 Aug 26, 4:51am -
  • newGoogle's $100 Pixel Price Hike and Trade-In Push Hint at Apple's iPhone 18 Pro Plans
    Google raised the price of its latest smartphones compared to last year, and the increase may hint at what Apple will do with the iPhone 18 Pro models.All of Google's Pixel starting prices are $100 higher than they were last year. Pixel 11 - $899, up from $799 Pixel 11 Pro - $1,099, up from $999 Pixel 11 Pro XL - $1,299, up from $1,199 Pixel 11 Pro Fold - $1,899, up from $1,799The 41mm Pixel Watch 5 is now $399, up from $349, and the 45mm model is now $429, up from $399.…
    - 2 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 4:18am -
  • newGoogle Kicks Off Fall Hardware Season With New Pixel 11 Smartphones
    Google today announced new products that compete with Apple devices like the iPhone and the Apple Watch. There are new Pixel smartphones with AI capabilities, a new foldable, and new wearable devices.Pixel 11 Pro FoldThe Pixel 11 Pro Fold is thinner and lighter than the prior-generation Pixel Fold. It has a 6.5-inch OLED display when closed, and an 8-inch ‌OLED‌ display when open. When unfolded, it's 5.1mm thick, and when closed, it's 10.2mm thick.The Pixel 11 Pro Fold and othe…
    - 4 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 2:29am -
  • newGoogle Unveils $29 Pixel Tag to Take On Apple's AirTag
    Google today introduced the Pixel Tag, its answer to Apple's AirTag. Pixel Tag is Google's first item tracker, even though Google implemented an item tracking network two years ago that's been used by third-party devices.The Pixel Tag is made from stainless steel, and it is IP67 water- and dust-resistant. There's a built-in speaker that can play a sound when an item it's attached to is lost, and a button that causes a sound to play on a connected smartphone. An on-device button is one feat…
    - 6 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 12:22am -
  • newApple Wallet Could Soon Save Trade-In Quotes for 90 Days
    Apple appears to be developing a retail trade-in system that would let customers save a trade-in offer to the Wallet app for up to 90 days, based on code seen by MacRumors.References to the system were found in an update to Apple's Guide app. Guide is used by Apple employees, Apple Authorized Resellers, and other sales organizations during conversations and product demonstrations with customers.One string in the app says: "You can add this trade-in offer to your Apple Wallet. It will b…
    - 7 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 11:37pm -
  • newApple Hires Airline Exec as Vice President of Government Affairs
    Apple hired former American Airlines executive vice president Nick Gatten as its new vice president of government affairs, reports Bloomberg.Gatten will take on some of the duties of senior vice president of government affairs Katherine Adams, who is retiring at the end of 2026. Gatten will report to Apple senior vice president and general counsel Jennifer Newstead, with Adams to remain available in an advisory role until October 1.Bloomberg says Gatten is a Republican that Apple felt…
    - 7 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 11:21pm -
  • newiPhone 18 Pro: Apple Secures Lower Display Prices Amid RAM Shortage
    Apple has secured lower prices for OLED displays for the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro models, according to industry sources cited by South Korea's DealSite.For example, the report said Apple will pay LG and Samsung around $68 per OLED display destined for the iPhone 18 Pro Max, down significantly from the $110 to $120 that it paid those suppliers for each iPhone 17 Pro Max display.Apple is said to have made an aggressive push for lower display prices due to the ongoing memory chip shortage,…
    - 7 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 10:51pm -
  • newApple Patenting Way to Improve Notification Summaries and 'Reduce Interruptions' Focus
    A newly published Apple patent application describes a system for deciding, in real time, whether to interrupt what someone is doing on a device or leave them alone.The application was filed with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on February 5, 2026 and published on August 6, 2026, as spotted by patent tracking site Patentlyze. The patent describes how a device can observe what someone is doing, check that behavior against rules for when an interruption is warranted, and only th…
    - 8 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 9:59pm -
  • newiPhone Ultra's Two Selfie Cameras Could Sit in the Same Corner
    With Apple's upcoming iPhone Ultra there's been a lingering question over the exact placement of the selfie cameras in the device's folded and unfolded states – but today we may have stumbled upon the answer. Dummy units have suggested a top-centered cut-out for the selfie camera on the outer display of Apple's foldable, while locating the selfie camera for the inner display in the outermost top-left corner. That presents an asymmetry untypical of Apple's designs.However, screen prot…
    - 9 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 9:42pm -
  • newBest Back to School Accessory Deals on Anker, Sony, Samsung and More This Week
    There's a big accessory sale happening on Amazon this week, with the year's best prices on Anker chargers, Samsung monitors, Sonos audio products, and much more.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Highlights this time around include a new batch of audio devices on sale, including the Sonos Ace Headphones for $299.00, down from $399.00, and Sony's…
    - 11 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 7:31pm -
  • newApple Skipping iPhone 18 Launch This Year
    Apple supplier Pegatron today indirectly confirmed that the standard iPhone 18 model will not be released until next year, according to a new report.Pegatron held an earnings call for the second quarter of 2026 today. On the call, Taiwan's Economic Daily News said Pegatron indicated that one of its customers will be changing its usual smartphone shipment schedule. As widely expected, the report said Apple plans to release the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and a foldable "iPhone Ultra"…
    - 11 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 7:29pm -
  • new'Everyone' at Apple Apparently Calls Foldable 'iPhone Ultra'
    Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has said "everyone" inside Apple refers to the company's upcoming foldable iPhone as the "iPhone Ultra" internally, though he cautioned that doesn't necessarily confirm it as the final name.The comments came in response to Creative Strategies analyst Max Weinbach, who argued the "Ultra" name doesn't fit because Apple's existing Ultra products represent the most capable version of a lineup, and the foldable wouldn't clearly outclass the iPhone Pro the way that position…
    - 11 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 7:17pm -
  • new'iPhone Ultra' Screen Protectors Reveal Asymmetric Corners
    The leaker known as "Ice Universe" today shared images and a hands on video of screen protectors for Apple's rumored "iPhone Ultra," and the leak appears to confirm two of the most discussed details about the foldable's front design.The leaked accessory has square corners on the side that would sit next to the hinge, and rounded corners on the opposite edge. That asymmetry lines up with months of rumors describing a foldable device with a hinge on one side, and the leak marks one of the cl…
    - 12 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 6:14pm -
  • newMicrosoft Edge Browser to Get Apple Account Sign-In Support
    Microsoft is testing support for signing into its Edge browser using your Apple Account, avoiding the need to create a Microsoft account. Two new flags related to the support were spotted by MacMagazine in the latest Edge Canary build, with the feature also rolling out to Edge Beta users.One of the flags enables Apple Account sign-in for Edge profiles, while the other adds an Apple sign-in button to the profile menu (where a Google Account sign-in option already exists). In its release notes…
    - 12 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 5:57pm -
  • newLeaker: All-Glass 2027 iPhone Still on Track Despite Cancellation Rumors
    There's been more pushback against the recent analyst report that claimed Apple's all-glass 20th-anniversary iPhone next year has been canceled. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has already responded by saying the "glass-centric" redesign is still on track for 2027, and now a prominent Chinese leaker says the commemorative device indeed remains in active development.Weibo-based leaker Digital Chat Station identifies the device as having two sizes in equivalent Pro/Pro Max variants, citing the inter…
    - 13 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 5:13pm -
  • Samsung is Starting to Catch Up to Apple on Hearing Health
    Samsung today said its Galaxy Buds Hearing Aid feature has been cleared by the U.S. FDA, which means hearing aid capabilities will be coming to the Galaxy Buds in the fourth quarter of 2026.Samsung will join Apple in offering over-the-counter hearing aid functionality. Apple added an FDA-cleared hearing health feature to the AirPods back in 2024, allowing them to be used as a clinical-grade hearing aid.Like the AirPods, the Galaxy Buds can replace a hearing aid for mild to moderate hea…
    - 1 day ago 12 Aug 26, 5:31am -
  • Sonos Preparing AirPods Max Rival With Voice Assistant Support
    Sonos is working on an upgraded version of its Ace headphones that will support AI, reports Bloomberg. The Sonos Ace Ultra showed up in an FCC filing earlier this week, with the product likely set to debut in September.Sonos debuted the original Sonos Ace in 2024. Reviews praised the sound quality and active noise cancellation, but the headphone market is crowded, and Sonos' product launched shortly after its disastrous app redesign. The headphones also didn't fully integrate with the rest…
    - 1 day ago 12 Aug 26, 4:23am -
  • Satechi Launches 240W ChargeView Desktop Charger With Six USB-C Ports
    Satechi today launched the ChargeView 240W Desktop Charger, a successor to the 140W ChargeView released last year. The ChargeView 240W can power multiple devices at one time, splitting 240W across six USB-C ports.The ChargeView 240W has an LCD display that shows the live wattage of all ports that are in use. The C1 and C2 ports offer up to 140W each, while ports C3 and C4 can deliver up to 100W each. The final two ports offer up to 30W. These are maximum power levels, and actual wattage wi…
    - 1 day ago 12 Aug 26, 4:00am -
  • Apple Extends 2026 Back to School Promotion Until September 24
    Apple today extended its 2026 Back to School Promotion until September 24, which means it will last almost a month longer than planned. The extension is applicable in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and multiple countries in Asia.The Back to School promotion offers a free item or gift card when students or educators purchase an eligible Mac or iPad model, plus an educational discount.In the United States, Canada, Mexico, Malaysia, the Philippines, Taiwan, and Thailand, Apple is offe…
    - 1 day ago 12 Aug 26, 3:45am -

The Unofficial Apple Blog

  • newiPhone 18 Pro Max Battery Leak Hints at Major Upgrade
    A newly leaked image has sparked fresh excitement about Apple’s upcoming iPhone 18 Pro Max. The photograph, shared online ahead of the expected launch, appears to show the phone’s battery cell from multiple angles. More importantly, the battery reportedly carries a rated capacity of 5,391mAh, matching details from an earlier leak.Although Apple has not confirmed […]The post iPhone 18 Pro Max Battery Leak Hints at Major Upgrade appeared first on TUAW.
    - 12 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 6:18pm -
  • Apple Vision Pro Brings Immersive MLB Games to Fans
    Apple is expanding its immersive entertainment lineup by bringing live Major League Baseball games to Apple Vision Pro users. The company has partnered with Major League Baseball (MLB) to stream selected Friday Night Baseball matchups in Apple Immersive Video. As a result, fans in the United States and several international markets will soon enjoy a […]The post Apple Vision Pro Brings Immersive MLB Games to Fans appeared first on TUAW.
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 9:09am -
  • Apple Tests Chinese Memory Chips for Future Macs
    Apple is reportedly evaluating memory chips from Chinese manufacturer CXMT for future Mac computers. Earlier reports focused on iPhones, but a new update says the company has expanded testing across its Mac lineup as well. Since Apple Silicon powers multiple products, testing the same memory across devices follows a logical development strategy. The move comes […]The post Apple Tests Chinese Memory Chips for Future Macs appeared first on TUAW.
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 8:27am -
  • OLED iMac May Arrive in 2029 With Brighter Display
    Apple could finally bring OLED display technology to the iMac, but buyers may need to wait several more years. A new industry report suggests the first OLED-equipped 24-inch iMac may not launch until 2029. The report says LG Display is developing advanced 5-stack OLED panels for future products. These displays promise higher brightness, better image […]The post OLED iMac May Arrive in 2029 With Brighter Display appeared first on TUAW.
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 5:31am -
  • Apple Eyes Third-Gen iPhone Fold Before First Model Launch
    Apple has not yet released its first foldable iPhone. However, reports suggest the company is already planning a third-generation model. According to industry sources, Apple expects to introduce the first iPhone Fold during its September product launch. At the same time, it is preparing future versions that could arrive over the next several years. This […]The post Apple Eyes Third-Gen iPhone Fold Before First Model Launch appeared first on TUAW.
    - 3 days ago 10 Aug 26, 8:06am -
  • Ceramic Apple Watch Could Make a Premium Comeback
    Apple could soon reintroduce one of the Apple Watch’s most distinctive materials. According to a recent report, the company is considering bringing back ceramic case models after removing them from the lineup in 2020. While the overall Apple Watch design is expected to stay the same, the return of ceramic could give buyers another premium […]The post Ceramic Apple Watch Could Make a Premium Comeback appeared first on TUAW.
    - 3 days ago 10 Aug 26, 6:26am -

9to5 Mac Apple News

Cult of Mac

  • newPixel 11 event live blog: Let’s watch Trevor Noah introduce Google’s new phones
    It's almost time for the Made by Google keynote, where the company will show off the brand-new Pixel hardware it announced today. Like last year, it'll be a celebrity-packed live show, though Trevor Noah is hosting instead of Jimmy Fallon. If the 2025 show was any indication, today's broadcast might be something of a cringefest. […]
    - 3 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 3:00am -
  • newThis 8BitDo mechanical keyboard has an extra keypad and is 30 percent off
    If you’re looking for a mechanical keyboard that can give your desk a touch of retro flair, Amazon has 8BitDo’s Retro Mechanical Keyboard with Dual Super Buttons on sale for $69.99, one of the lowest prices we’ve seen for the bundle. The styling on this keyboard is thorough, with blocky retro legends on the rounded […]
    - 3 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 2:51am -
  • newCats and dogs are missing meals after a popular smart feeder went down
    A Petlibro outage is preventing its smart pet feeders and other devices from performing scheduled tasks, like dispensing food. The outage began on Tuesday, with users across Reddit reporting that their smart feeders, litter boxes, and water fountains have gone offline. Though Petlibro maintains that "existing settings and schedules stored locally on your device will […]
    - 4 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 2:37am -
  • newThe next big indie game publisher is taking some exciting swings
    Kinetic Publishing, a new indie publisher from the development team behind the co-op horror game Phasmophobia, just hosted its first games showcase, and it includes five ambitious new titles set to release in 2027 and 2028. Perhaps the most significant announcement from Kinetic's show is that it's publishing the next game from Telling Lies and […]
    - 5 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 1:00am -
  • newIt looks like Apple’s iPhone 18 really will skip the fall launch this year
    According to an Economic Daily News report spotted by MacRumors, executives for Apple supplier Pegatron confirmed during an earnings call that the iPhone 18 Pro series phones will launch this fall, but the base iPhone 18 won't arrive until the first quarter of next year. The more affordable iPhone 18e and a new iPhone Air […]
    - 5 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 12:57am -
  • newGoogle’s Pixel 11 phone preorders come with up to $350 in gift cards
    Looking to get your hands on the latest Pixel devices? After weeks of leaks and rumors, Google has officially announced its next generation of Pixel phones and watches. The base Pixel 11 starts at $899, the Pro and Pro XL are $1,099 and $1,299 respectively, and the Pro Fold starts at $1,899. The watch comes […]
    - 7 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 11:17pm -
  • newTwitch streamers can now opt out from training Amazon’s AI
    Twitch users can now opt out of allowing their content to be used to train Amazon's generative AI models. Opting out means that "your streams, VODs, clips, stream chats, and pictures and text on your channel" won't be used in "future training" of an Amazon AI model "whose purpose is to generate or synthesize text, […]
    - 7 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 10:59pm -
  • newHow Google’s new Pixel 11 phones compare to last year’s models
    Google just added four new phones to the Pixel family: the Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro XL, and the Pixel 11 Pro Fold. They're slightly more expensive than their predecessors, but they come with some notable upgrades, including improved cameras and a new Tensor G6 chip that should deliver faster performance. The […]
    - 8 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 10:30pm -
  • newICE wants to give agents electrified gloves that shock people into compliance
    Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is aiming to spend up to $20 million on equipping officers and agents with specialized gloves that deliver painful electric shocks. These plans were outlined in a notice published by the Department of Homeland Security on Monday, with an unspecified quantity of the devices set to be delivered by March […]
    - 8 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 10:28pm -
  • newAmazon gets out of the MMO game
    Amazon is fully stepping back from MMOs. After saying last year that it would be halting "a significant amount" of its work on first-party AAA games, "specifically around MMOs," Amazon will be handing over live operations of Throne and Liberty and Lost Ark in the West to other companies, according to announcements on Wednesday. Throne […]
    - 8 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 10:16pm -

Apple Insider

  • newEverything Google announced: Pixel 11, Pixel Tag, Pixel Watch 11, more
    Google's Pixel 11 lineup is finally here, along with the Pixel Watch 5 and a rival to Apple's AirTag. Here's what debuted at the 'Made by Google' event.Google's Pixel 11 is finally here. Image Credit: Google.While we're all eagerly awaiting the iPhone 18 and iPhone 18 Pro, Google has already revealed everything the Pixel 11 range has to offer. Unveiled at the annual "Made by Google" event on Wednesday, Google's Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, and Pixel 11 Pro Fold introduce new Gemini capabilities, colo…
    - 2 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 3:50am -
  • newApple fails to delay filing new App Store fees to court as Epic battle continues
    Apple is being forced to detail fees it wants to charge for outbound links in its continuing legal fight with Epic, and now it's only got 24 hours to file them.A Fortnite parody of Apple's famous 1984 commercial - Image Credit: Epic Games.The ever-ongoing legal battle between Apple and Epic Games over what Apple should charge apps within the App Store has hit a snag for the iPhone maker. In the current phase, the two are fighting in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California…
    - 3 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 3:27am -
  • newiPhone 17 vs Google Pixel 11: The standard models, compared
    Google's new Pixel 11 is the search giant's standard model of its new smartphone range. Here's how its latest introduction compares to its Apple counterpart, the iPhone 17.iPhone 17 [left] vs Google Pixel 11 [right]The vast majority of attention for Google and Apple's smartphone launches is around the premium models. However, not everyone is in the market for the high-end version, and would rather save a few bucks on something without every bell and whistle in existence.For Google's Pixel 11 ran…
    - 4 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 2:41am -
  • newiPhone 17 Pro vs Google Pixel 11 Pro: Tech titan flagships compared
    Google has just launched its new Pixel smartphone line, with the Pixel 11 Pro going toe-to-toe with Apple's iPhone 17 Pro. Here's how the spec sheets compare.iPhone 17 Pro [left], Google Pixel 11 Pro [right]Google launched the Pixel 11 Pro as the compact half of its top-tier lineup, sitting below the larger Pixel 11 Pro XL. It lines up naturally against Apple's iPhone 17 Pro, the non-Max Pro model, and becomes the default option if you want a serious smartphone without the massive size.That is,…
    - 4 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 1:50am -
  • newTwitch will train Amazon's AI on your streams unless you opt out
    Twitch now lets streamers block Amazon from using their broadcasts, clips, and other channel content to train generative AI. However, it's opt out, so here's how to do that.TwitchThe Amazon-owned streaming service announced the AI training opt-out on August 12. Users can find it under Security and Privacy in Twitch account settings, where it's labeled "Training for Generative AI."Turning off the setting prevents Amazon from using a channel's streams, videos on demand, clips, highlights, chat, te…
    - 6 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 12:42am -
  • newApple picks up Nate Gatten as new head of government affairs
    Apple has signed Nate Gatten to become its new head of government affairs, a move that could help the company work more with the Trump administration.Nate Gatten - Image Credit: American AirlinesApple is undergoing several changes in the short term, in preparation for the CEO transition from Tim Cook to John Ternus on September 1. One day before the switch, Apple will be installing a new vice president.According to a memo from SVP and General Counsel Jennifer Newstead seen by Bloomberg, Nate Gat…
    - 6 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 12:40am -
  • newiPhone Ultra screen protectors have asymmetric corners
    A leaker with a decent track record has shown what is claimed to be a screen protector for the forthcoming iPhone Ultra, and it shows the device's unusual corners.A purported screen protector for the iPhone Ultra - image credit: Ice Universe.In June 2026, leaker Ice Universe showed off what was purported to be a prototype of the iPhone Ultra. Now the same leaker is back with an image of a screen protector accessory, which appears to back up claims of the device's shape.That's significant because…
    - 8 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 10:05pm -
  • newGenerative AI photo fakes could be exposed by new iPhone feature
    Apple aims to make it possible to prove that a photo was taken on your iPhone and, presumably, not subsequently altered.The rear cameras of a Pro-tier iPhoneThe latest developer beta of iOS 27 has an unusual number of new features for this late in the process, but code references say there's more to come. Apple has a forthcoming feature called Apple Reference Image, and it's aimed at authenticating photos.Under the right circumstances, it would be possible to demonstrate that a specific image wa…
    - 8 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 10:04pm -
  • newPegatron says the base iPhone 18 won't launch alongside the iPhone 18 Pro lineup
    An Apple supplier has lent additional credibility to ongoing rumors suggesting Apple will release the iPhone 18 base model separately in early 2027.Image credit: PegatronIt seems increasingly likely that Apple will not release the core iPhone 18 at its expected September 2026 iPhone launch. Instead, the company may launch it in early 2027.This isn't the first time we've heard this story. The rumor first surfaced nearly a year ago in August 2025. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our…
    - 9 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 9:18pm -
  • newApple TV drops trailer and launch date for Australian thriller 'Last Seen'
    Apple TV has released the first trailer for "Last Seen," its upcoming thriller starring Patrick Brammall, ahead of the series premiere on September 9.Image credit: Apple TVIn "Last Seen," police detective Ian Ridley's daughter vanished 11 years ago without a trace. Then, a distress call from a teenage girl convinces Ridley she may be Maggie and renews his search for his daughter.The series is based on CWA John Creasey Dagger Award-winning author Ryan David Jahn's book, "The Dispatcher." The firs…
    - 11 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 7:22pm -
  • newiPhone 20 Pro will be bigger with familiar aspect ratios, be bezel free
    The iPhone 20 Pro display will be the same aspect ratio as previous models, while still being slightly bigger. Combined with the glass cover, it should result in a bezel-less effect in the final version.The screen of the iPhone Air, from which the iPhone 20 may borrow design elementsApple's anniversary smartphone, the often-rumored iPhone 20 Pro is believed to have both a glass-heavy design and much larger displays than usual. While the model is still far from becoming a reality, that hasn't sto…
    - 11 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 6:55pm -
  • newApple's $999 M4 Mac mini is back at Amazon, plus save on M4 Pro model
    Inventory constraints continue to plague the M4 Mac mini line, but Amazon has two models with delivery dates in the near future, and one of them is on sale, too.Amazon has M4 Mac mini models available right now.Apple's M4 Mac mini has been hard to source, with a nearly month-long delay on the M4 spec with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. But Amazon has units available to purchase now, with delivery estimates of Aug. 18-20 at press time.Buy M4 Mac mini 512GB for $999 Continue Reading on AppleIns…
    - 11 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 6:51pm -
  • new'Dave the Diver' splashes onto iPhone, iPad, and Mac in September
    Preorders for the popular fishing management sim "Dave the Diver" are now open, with the game slated for a mid-September release across Apple platforms.Dave the Diver is coming to Apple devices on September 17Dave the Diver blends deep-sea exploration with restaurant management. By day, you dive for fish, farm, and explore. By night, you serve sushi and juggle the chaos of running a booming seaside business.The game has been retooled for a mobile-first experience. Beverage pouring is now operate…
    - 12 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 6:30pm -
  • newBOE really wants to make OLED panels for the iPad Air
    Chinese display manufacturer BOE really wants to be part of the iPad Air supply chain, and aims to take some of Apple's custom for the OLED panel away from Samsung Display.Apple's iPad Air with M4, without OLEDThe iPad Air is anticipated to gain an OLED panel as part of its spring 2027 refresh. While Samsung Display is widely expected to continue being the main OLED supplier for Apple, one company wants in on the action.According to TheElec on Tuesday, BOE is pushing to become a secondary displa…
    - 13 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 5:42pm -
  • Apple's Back to School offers have been extended, but you can do much better
    Apple has extended its unusually limited Back to School series of deals and they are not to be dismissed, but there are far greater discounts to be had from other resellers.Apple's lates Back to School offer is now live - image credit: AppleEven when it isn't raising prices, it is a rule with Apple that it will never actually have sales on its products, except for certain regular promotions in China. So for this latest deal, it is again falling back on offering Apple gift cards alongside selecte…
    - 1 day ago 12 Aug 26, 2:51am -
  • Everyone at Apple is calling the foldable 'iPhone Ultra'
    A new rumor suggests that "everyone" at Apple calls the upcoming foldable iPhone the "iPhone Ultra," though that doesn't mean Apple will actually go with that name.iPhone Fold could be called iPhone UltraApple keeps things like marketing names under a tight lock and key. It is rare, if ever, that the public learns about what something might be called before it is released.However, you have to call the device something, and it seems a colloquial name has caught on internally at Apple. A social me…
    - 1 day ago 12 Aug 26, 1:58am -
  • Golf's US Open Championship could come to Apple TV in latest sports bid
    Apple is reportedly in talks with the owners of golf's Open Championship to take over when NBC's license runs out in 2028, but other bids are in play.Apple TV could be getting a golf championshipSports rights have become a battleground as streamers seek to take over from legacy media. Apple has had small successes in getting rights for MLS, MLB, and F1, but its ambitions go much further.According to a report from The Guardian, Apple TV is in early discussions with the R&A about streaming rights…
    - 1 day ago 12 Aug 26, 1:27am -
  • Apple Pay & Apple Card VP Jennifer Bailey is retiring
    The executive who spearheaded Apple Pay, Jennifer Bailey, is retiring after 12 years as Vice President of Internet Services and Apple Pay.Jennifer Bailey is retiring after 23 years in Apple's employUnder Bailey's leadership, Apple launched Apple Wallet, Apple Pay, and Apple Card. She also supervises Tap to Pay on iPhone, Apple Gift Cards, and Apple Cash internationally.She joined the company in 2003 as Vice President of Worldwide Online Stores in 2003, and was promoted in 2014. Continue Reading…
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 11:44pm -
  • Steve Wozniak gave Apple its soul before Steve Jobs made it a hit
    It's been over four decades since Steve Wozniak left Apple, and on August 11 2026, Woz's 76th birthday, we talk about how he gave Apple its soul.Steve Wozniak in 2026 - Image Credit: CBS Sunday MorningYou're an AppleInsider reader so you know Apple and inescapably, you know the story. Steve Wozniak was the brilliant engineer, Steve Jobs was the brilliant businessman, and Ronald Wayne was, er, something else.These are the three who founded Apple in 1976, but the story of both Woz and Jobs goes ba…
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 11:16pm -
  • iOS 27 celebrates your friends' birthdays with fireworks
    New in iOS 27 is a birthday reminder that means if you are on a call with someone, your iPhone will tell you if it's their special day with fireworks! The gift is still on you, though.Whether you remember to call them, or they passive-aggressively call you, iOS 27 will make sure you know it's their birthday.There may not be a smaller addition to iOS 27, but the Phone app's birthday reminder is a really nice touch. In the current betas, if you call someone, the Phone app checks the contact card y…
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 10:46pm -
  • Apple stocking up on OLED screens to offset RAM and SSD prices
    Apple's supply chain is now holding more iPhone OLED panels with Apple also ordering more of them, all to offset the growing cost of buying the components.An iPhone 17 Pro OLED displayWhile the general effect of the ongoing memory price surge has resulted in more expensive components for suppliers, it also has other effects on the supply chain. In the case of Apple's iPhone production lines, there have been changes in the way they work.According to sources cited by ETNews, Apple increased the di…
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 10:39pm -
  • Save up to $5,000 on LG OLED TVs, 32" UltraFine 6K monitor plunges to $1,099
    With preseason football about to commence and back-to-school shopping in full swing, sales at LG and Amazon slash up to 45% off OLED TVs and monitors for your Mac.Save up to $5,000 on LG OLED TVs, 6K UltraFine monitor - Image credit: LGA variety of models are included in today's sales at Amazon and LG, with 2026 C6 and G6 OLED televisions up to $5,000 off and an UltraFine 6K display marked down to the lowest price of the year. You can grab deals at both LG and Amazon as both retailers compete fo…
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 9:29pm -
  • First hints emerge about how much extra Apple Intelligence features will cost
    Apple CEO Tim Cook said that there would be costs for some Apple Intelligence features, and iCloud+ tier limits on HomeKit Secure Video have popped up in the latest iOS 27 beta.HomeKit Secure VideoOn August 10, Apple released the fifth developer beta for its fall operating system updates. However, it seems the beta has hinted that there will be some changes to the way Apple prices iCloud+ for upper-tier users.One of the current benefits for iCloud+ is HomeKit Secure Video. The base 50GB plan inc…
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 8:14pm -
  • Amazon's $99 AirPods 4, $189 AirPods Pro 3, $449 AirPods Max 2 deals are still going strong
    AirPods deals are in full effect at Amazon this week, with AirPods 4, AirPods Pro 3, and AirPods Max 2 on sale at up to $100 off.Save up to $100 on AirPods at Amazon today - Image credit: AppleAugust discounts at Amazon are driving AirPods prices down to as low as $99, with AirPods Pro 3 a standout offer at $189.99 (a 30-day low price).Buy AirPods Pro 3 for $189.99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 7:04pm -
  • Unreleased iPhones again revealed in the latest iOS developer beta
    The latest iOS 27 developer beta includes code referring to multiple iPhone models, including six that are believed to be as-yet unannounced ones like the iPhone Fold.The forthcoming iPhone 18 Pro may feature a smaller Dynamic Island.Back in December 2025, code in iOS 26 featured references to more than a dozen unreleased Apple products, ranging from iPhones to Macs and an AirTag. Now similar references in iOS 27 expressly point to six models of iPhone that Apple has yet to launch.The references…
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  • iCloud Private Relay failures manifest a new class-action lawsuit against Apple
    Apple is now facing an inevitable class action lawsuit over a flaw in iCloud Private Relay that exposes a user's identity. It's a lawsuit from the same firm that got a $250M settlement over Siri AI's delays.iCloud Private Relay should protect users when browsing onlineAny Apple security issue that surfaces is a potential lawsuit target, and can quickly be seized upon by law firms smelling an opportunity. Once again, that has happened to Apple in the wake of stories about iCloud Private Relay.The…
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  • Don't believe rumors that the iPhone 20 has been cancelled
    The all-glass iPhone Pro model expected in 2027 was rumored to have been canceled, but another report now suggests it is proceeding as planned.The 20th anniversary iPhone will have more glassA financial analyst firm, Jefferies, suggested the 2027 iPhone would no longer get an all-glass model. Another analyst has stepped in to suggest otherwise.According to a report from Bloomberg Apple's all-glass iPhone Pro expected in 2027 was still moving forward. The Jefferies report suggested that there was…
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 5:40pm -
  • Your iPhone can capture the Perseids meteor shower if you use the right tools
    The iPhone is a surprisingly capable meteor-hunting camera, but it's definitely not a point-and-shoot sort of situation. Here's how to take excellent photos of the Perseids, satellites, and more.Image credit: Florian Seiffert / @ popipaan on XIt's August, which means those in the northern hemisphere are being treated to the annual Perseids meteor shower. If you've got an iPhone, you're pretty much ready to go take some stunning astrophotography shots yourself.Of course, it's not as simple as hea…
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 8:21am -
  • Mcon mobile gaming controller review: Compact design with premium feel
    The Mcon controller balances portability and performance in a compact, MagSafe-compatible design for iPhone gamers.Mcon mobile gaming controller review: A new take on mobile controllersGaming controllers usually come in two flavors. You'll find ones that are extremely comfortable and capable, as well as those that are small and portable.Finding a controller that is both portable and capable is a rarity, to say the least. The OhSnap Mcon is the first one I've tested that makes good choices on com…
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 5:12am -
  • Discrimination lawsuit involving converted Jewish employee settled by Apple
    An Apple Genius was fired after failing to meet grooming standards, but the individual filed a lawsuit claiming religious discrimination. That lawsuit has now been settled by Apple for $150,000.Apple Reston in Virginia. Image source: AppleApple is a large company with thousands of employees across retail, engineering, and corporate entities. It isn't immune from discrimination and the lawsuits that result.According to a Law360 document read by 9to5Mac, Apple has agreed to settle a religious disc…
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 5:03am -
  • New in iOS 27 beta 5: 'Before Searching' settings, updated app icons, more
    Apple's fifth developer beta of iOS 27 has just arrived, and with it, redesigned icons for several key apps, and a lot more than normal than this late in the beta cycle. Here's what's new.iOS 27 beta 5 adds more Search settings, redesigned app icons, and more.On Monday, three weeks after the release of iOS 27 beta 4, Apple made the fifth developer beta available for download. iOS 27 beta 1 introduced the long-overdue Siri AI, while the second beta included improvements to the Apple Home and Appl…
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 2:32am -
  • Kuo pours water on rumor of $1B Apple chip stockpile at TSMC
    Market rumors claim TSMC is holding onto a billion-dollar stockpile of Apple chips due to not having enough memory to complete packaging. However, a prominent analyst doubts it to be the case.TSMC is the chip foundry responsible for the upcoming A20The persisting memory supply crisis has caused problems with the supply chain, in both sourcing chips for products and in paying high prices for them too. While there is certainly a crisis at hand, not every major supply chain-related claim will be co…
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 12:29am -
  • Apple preps beta security updates for iOS 18, iOS 26, and macOS 26
    Apple is gearing up to release even more security updates as it tests out beta fixes for iPhone, iPad, and Mac.Apple gears up to roll out even more security updates to Mac, iPad, and iPhoneIt looks like we'll be getting yet another round of minor updates soon. On Tuesday, Apple pushed multiple beta builds out for its existing operating systems.The new macOS Tahoe 26.6.2 beta update has build number 25G82 and comes just four days after its predecessor, macOS 26.6.1, went public. Apple has yet to…
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 11:54pm -
  • Fifth developer betas of iOS 27, macOS 27 land as testing continues
    The fifth round of developer betas is here for iOS 27, iPadOS 27, tvOS 27, watchOS 27, visionOS 27, and macOS 27 as testing for the milestone releases rolls on.An earlier iOS 27 beta screenApple has reached the fifth round of developer betas for its upcoming fall releases. So far, the releases include the developer betas for iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27 Golden Gate, tvOS 27, watchOS 27, and visionOS 27.The fifth appears after the fourth, which were distributed on July 20. Continue Reading on App…
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 11:13pm -
  • Photo leak backs up massive iPhone 18 Pro Max battery rumor
    A photograph seems to back up claims of the increased battery capacity fo the iPhone 18 Pro Max, weighing in at a massive 5,391mAh.Photographs of what is described as the iPhone 18 Pro Max battery cell - Image Credit: Yeux1122/NaverOne month away from the introduction of the iPhone 18 Pro range, and the photographic leaks are starting to roll in. In the latest one to surface, it seems the earlier claims of a super-sized iPhone 18 Pro Max battery may be true.Shots shared to Naver by Yeuz1122 show…
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 10:39pm -
  • Flight tracking poster, Schlage Sense Pro review, & more on Smart Home Insider
    On this week's episode of the Smart Home Insider podcast, we cover a new plane tracker, a smart home dashboard app, and review several new devices.FlightPortrait artwork, as covered on the latest episode of Smart Home InsiderOur guest this week is Daniel Wroclawski, Senior Home & Appliances Writer at Consumer Reports. Dan, a repeat co-host for the podcast, has lots of experience reviewing the latest smart home tech.Leading off the news for the week is a new app for monitoring your home. It's cal…
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 10:35pm -
  • Generative AI needs ethical leaders and to be controlled like nuclear power
    Lacking sane leadership, generative AI companies have proven to be irresponsible, all in service of the almighty dollar. The nuclear power industry is the best example of a model to follow.We need 10 Admiral Rickovers to get generative AI companies under controlGenerative AI is the largest automated plagiarism engine that ever existed. That's on top of AI consuming resources and driving up electric costs for neighborhoods that didn't ask for these data centers. Still, there are larger problems.G…
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 10:12pm -
  • Friday Night Baseball season will stream key games live in Apple Immersive
    Apple and Major League Baseball have announced the first games of their new season, and in the US and certain other countries, many will be streamed in Immersive Video to Apple Vision Pro users.Major League Baseball returns with Apple Immersive video - image credit: AppleApple has been criticized both for how little immersive video it does, and how poorly it promotes the feature. But in conjunction with Major League Baseball (MLB), it has now announced that four MLB games in August and September…
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 9:30pm -
  • Dark Cherry iPhone 18 Pro is still a rumor mill favorite
    As the launch of the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max nears, rumors continue to circulate, claiming that Apple will be using a dark cherry red as its featured colorway.A mock-up of a Dark Cherry iPhone Following the wild success of the striking Cosmic Orange option of the iPhone 17 Pro line, Apple has been expected to do something similar for the iPhone 18 Pro. It seems that the selected color this time is red.According to an August 10 post by Weibo leaker Fixed Focus Digital, two red versions have bee…
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 9:10pm -
  • Apple tested Chinese memory chips for the Mac, rivals shipping
    A new report reveals the rather obvious fact that Apple has been testing CXMT memory in more than the iPhone, but also says that competitors are shipping hardware overseas with the controversial RAM already.CMXT is rapidly becoming a major player in memory - image credit: CXMTThe global chip shortage has seen Apple looking to use memory made by China's CXMT, even though the firm is blacklisted by the US. It's not a solution, and it isn't the lower-cost answer Apple hoped for, but reportedly the…
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 8:27pm -
  • B&H is blowing out M4 15-inch MacBook Air inventory at $1,279
    The closeout M4 15-inch MacBook Air is a top-seller at the discounted $1,279 price.This blowout 15-inch MacBook Air deal is limited to stock on hand - Image credit: AppleB&H is looking to clear out remaining M4 MacBook Air inventory this week, with the 15-inch model dropping to $1,279. This spec includes a 10-core GPU, 16GB of memory, and 256GB of storage, with only the Midnight finish left in stock.Buy 15" M4 Air for $1,279 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 8:02pm -
  • Jefferies cuts AAPL target to $263.66, downgrades to Underperform
    Analyst firm Jefferies has downgraded Apple stock to underperform alongside a price cut, because the firm believes Apple has cancelled its all-glass design for the still-unannounced iPhone 20.iPhone 20 is probably going to look more like a third-generation iPhone AirApple has a lot going on to be concerned about. RAM pricing will just get worse, SSD flash cells are a year away from relief, and so forth. One firm thinks that they have a bigger problem than all that.Analyst Edison Lee of Jefferies…
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 6:18pm -
  • iMacs with OLED screens now predicted for 2029
    LG Display is reportedly developing 5-stack OLED panels rumored to be headed to the 24-inch iMac, which give ever better brightness and image quality.A 24-inch iMac already has a great display, but a 5-stack OLED one would be better and last longer.Apple is clearly planning to bring OLED displays to all of its devices, potentially with the iPhone 20 Pro getting 2-stack or what the company calls Tandem OLED panels. Back in 2022, Apple was so keen on 2-stack for the iPad that it insisted an initia…
    - 3 days ago 10 Aug 26, 6:11pm -
  • iPhone 18 Pro expected to be 40% more expensive to make than iPhone 17 Pro
    Here come the price hikes: the continuing memory crisis will make the iPhone 18 Pro even more expensive to manufacture, with it expected to cost Apple almost 40% more to make than the iPhone 17 Pro.A mock-up of a dark cherry iPhone 18 Pro, one of the rumored colorways. Like almost all other tech producers, Apple is subject to the rising costs and limited supply of memory. With the iPhone 18 Pro release on the horizon and expected to cost consumers more than ever to acquire, it will also be very…
    - 3 days ago 10 Aug 26, 5:41pm -
  • Guide to Apple Intelligence using Qwen briefly appears for Apple users in China
    Apple Support in China has published detailed instructions on how local Mac users can utilize Alibaba's Qwen AI with Siri, but the guide was quickly removed.Mac users in mainland China still don't have Apple Intelligence, but they briefly got an Apple guide to it.Back in March 2026, Apple Intelligence was finally launched and available in China, except it wasn't. Apple had released it seemingly accidentally, and certainly without approval from the Chinese government, so it was rapidly pulled.Now…
    - 3 days ago 10 Aug 26, 4:43pm -
  • Still simple, still powerful, BBEdit is a Mac app legend
    You may like Pages and you may tolerate Microsoft Word, but text editor BBEdit has been rightly earning devotees on the Mac for 34 years. Here's how.Software used to come in boxes. I know. Image credit: Bare Bones Software.There are very few Mac apps that go back this far, and even fewer that remain both actively developed and actually beloved by its users. And there is only one with the trademark "It doesn't suck."BBEdit is just a text editor, but rather than this meaning it is limited, it mean…
    - 3 days ago 10 Aug 26, 2:57pm -
  • Sunday Reboot: AI device worries and Ted Lasso cheapness
    In this week's Sunday Reboot, the nightmare scenario of OpenAI's hardware leak and the astounding cheapness of promoting Ted Lasso.What's the collective term for a group of Ted Lasso lookalikes? - Image Credit: Apple TVSunday Reboot is a weekly column covering some of the lighter stories within the Apple reality distortion field from the past seven days. All to get the next week underway with a good first step. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 3 days ago 10 Aug 26, 1:12am -
  • Of course, Apple's already planning a third-gen iPhone Fold
    The iPhone Fold has yet to ship, but Apple's already working on a third-generation foldable it could release in 2028. It's something it's compelled to do.A render of what the first-gen iPhone Fold could look like - Image Credit: AppleInsiderApple is expected to launch the much-rumored iPhone Fold this fall, as part of its usual September iPhone launches. But, despite not having sold a single unit for the foldable, Apple is already planning for multiple follow-ups.According to Mark Gurman in his…
    - 3 days ago 9 Aug 26, 10:21pm -
  • How to control separate alarm & notification alert volumes iOS 27
    For years, Apple forced notifications and alarms to share the same volumes. That is finally changing in iOS 27.iOS 27 offers new volume controlsApple introduced new sound & haptics controls during WWDC26. Under the new settings, alarms, timers, notifications, and other sounds no longer have to follow the same volume slider.People who lowered notification volume could also lower alarm volume without realizing it. An alarm, a timer, and a text message don't serve the same purpose, yet iPhone users…
    - 64 days ago 9 Jun 26, 8:02pm -
  • iVanky FusionDock Ultra review: Hugely better value the second time around
    The iVanky FusionDock Ultra adds a massive 26 ports, supports up to four displays if your Mac can, and is a formidable Thunderbolt 5 dock that improves on the original in utility as well as value for money.iVanky FusionDock UltraIn March 2024, AppleInsider reviewed the iVanky FusionDock Max 1. While we enjoyed the massive amount of ports, but its nosebleed pricing at the time and very limited selection of ideal host computers made it not the best option.A lot has happened since then, not the lea…
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MacWorld

  • newAnker’s 140W charging station is the ultimate MacBook accessory at 25% off
    Macworld Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging StationView DealIf your desk is buried under a pile of chargers and cords, this 6-in-1 Anker Prime charging station, on sale for $60 right now, is just what you need. The current price represents a 25 percent discount, the best price we’ve seen for this model.The big draw of this charging station is that it can power up six devices at once. There are 2 AC outlets on top of the st…
    - 8 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 9:59pm -
  • new‘Everyone’ at Apple is already calling the folding iPhone ‘Ultra’
    Macworld Apple is set to launch several new products this fall, including the iPhone 18 Pro and Apple Watch Series 12, but there’s no doubt what its biggest release will be: the company’s first-ever folding smartphone. But there’s still a question about what it will be called.Until the official branding is announced, these things tend to spread by subjective word of mouth: somebody influential will use one particular name, perhaps with little evidence other than…
    - 12 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 6:45pm -
  • newHow Apple trade in works and saves you money
    Macworld Buying a new iPhone, iPad or Mac can be an expensive business, and is getting more expensive with today’s component shortages. But if you don’t mind trading in your previous device then you can make a decent saving on the cost of its replacement. We explain how Apple trade in works and why it’s something you should definitely consider. Trade-in prices are even increasing because of those tech shortages.Some examples of Apple’s increased trade-in prices…
    - 15 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 3:30pm -
  • newApple’s iPhone event will be packed with intrigue
    Macworld Apple always introduces its new iPhones and Apple Watches at a special event in September, and this year is no different.Except this year, everything is different. The iPhones are different. The CEO is different. The event may be different. Here’s what we expect from Apple’s big September event.Time and DateApple always holds its events at 10 am PT, with iPhone launches usually taking place on the second Tuesday or Wednesday of September. This year…
    - 15 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 3:15pm -
  • newLifetime access to Visual Studio Pro 2026 is only $30
    Macworld TL;DR: Get Visual Studio Pro for life on sale for $29.97 (reg. $499.99) through August 23.Visual Studio Pro is an extremely popular IDE, but it’s also expensive to license. If you don’t want to pay recurring fees, you can buy Visual Studio Pro outright as a lifetime license for $29.97 (reg. $499.99).Once you have it up and running, you can use Visual Studio Pro to build cross-platform mobile and desktop apps with .NET MAUI, write web UIs in C# with…
    - 17 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 1:30pm -
  • Apple extends Back to School Deal gift card offer through September
    Macworld Apple runs a higher education promotion every year that has traditionally been known as its “Back to School” sale. The company now refers to it as the “College Student Offer” or “Higher Education Offer” because it is only available to students in higher education and eligible education staff – not school-age children.The promotion gives eligible customers an extra incentive when purchasing qualifying products through Apple’s Education Store, wh…
    - 1 day ago 12 Aug 26, 5:25am -
  • What’s up with this ‘Apple Reference Image’ rumor?
    Macworld Some clever code divers have found something interesting buried in a privacy disclosure as part of iOS 27 beta 5: a new feature called Apple Reference Image.There are plenty of companies adding metadata to AI generated images, and Apple is one of them. In iOS 27, images created with Image Playground will embed the SynthID metadata watermark created by Google.But Apple Reference Image seems to be a tool to help authenticate images another way: rather than j…
    - 1 day ago 12 Aug 26, 12:36am -
  • Beat the recent price hike with $50 off the A16 iPad
    Macworld Apple iPad A16View DealIf you didn’t get a chance to get an iPad before the price hike a couple of months back, now’s a good time to get one, as the 11-inch tablet with an A16 chip is on sale for $400, down from $449. That’s a $49 discount and the lowest we’ve seen since Apple hike prices, so if you want one you should take grab itYou already know what you’re getting with this iPad. The 11-inch Liqu…
    - 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 7:57pm -
  • Reports of the 20th anniversary iPhone’s death seem to be greatly exaggerated
    Macworld In 2027 the iPhone will celebrate its 20th birthday, and this has raised expectations of a momentous launch. In 2017, for comparison, we got the iPhone X, an almost all-screen handset and Apple’s first phone without a Home button. What’s in store next year? That depends on who you ask.For some time pundits have predicted that the 20th-anniversary iPhone will be a major redesign. Rumors have pointed to a very large “quad-curved screen”, with glass makin…
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 6:16pm -
  • iOS 27 beta confirms Apple’s full iPhone 18 roadmap with 6 new models
    Macworld On Monday, Apple released iOS 27 beta 5 to developers on Monday after a weeklong delay, bringing another round of changes and refinements ahead of the update’s public release next month. But hidden inside the software are also some interesting clues about what Apple has planned for the iPhone over the coming months.Macworld has found references to six unreleased iPhone models in the latest iOS 27 beta, including the entire iPhone 18 family, iPhone 18e, iPhon…
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 4:41pm -
  • iOS 27 may be free, but the AI bill won’t be
    Macworld One of the first things they teach you in business school is just don’t go into the restaurant business. It’s terrible. Seriously.One of the next things they teach you is how to conduct a cost/benefit analysis. Or maybe that’s in the second semester. The Macalope doesn’t remember; he slept through a lot of business school. But he’s been thinking about cost/benefit analysis a lot lately with regard to AI.For most use cases, AI is really a substitu…
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 4:00pm -
  • How to sell or trade in your old iPhone
    Macworld In case you haven’t heard, there’s a new iPhone coming at Apple’s September event and that means two things: You want a new iPhone and you need to sell your old one. If you buy your iPhone outright every year or so, you can usually recoup a good amount of the new cost by selling your old model every time you upgrade to a new one. With prices for components so high these days, the trade-in prices have actually risen!Even if you’re in the Apple’s Upgra…
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 3:45pm -
  • How to reset an iPhone or iPad
    Macworld If your iPhone or iPad is misbehaving and initial solutions are not working, a full reset may be necessary. Taking your device back to how it was out of the box can often help resolve issues like constant crashing, freezing or other serious problems.It’s something of a nuclear option, though, so before you take this route we’d recommend restarting or force-restarting your iPhone or iPad, as that will leave your data and settings intact. Another option is t…
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 2:15pm -
  • Your future self will thank you for slipping this $23.99 Find My tracker into your wallet
    Macworld TL;DR: Never lose track of your essentials with the MagTag Ultra Slim Tracker Card. It works with Apple’s Find My app, fits in your wallet like a credit card, and is on sale for just $23.99 (MSRP $59.99).Losing your wallet is one of those experiences that somehow makes five minutes feel like five years. Before you start retracing every step you’ve taken today, there’s an easier backup plan. The MagTag Ultra Slim Tracker Card slips into your wallet, pa…
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 1:30pm -
  • How to put an iPhone into recovery mode and return to factory settings
    Macworld Recovery mode can be used to return your iPhone to factory settings. During the process your iPhone will be wiped and the newest version of iOS will be installed on it. You might want to do this because you are experiencing problems with your iPhone and want to wipe it and start again, you might need to wipe an iPhone that you don’t have the password for, or you could use Recovery Mode to remove an iOS beta. Note that this is not quite the same as wiping you…
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 11:20am -
  • Apple releases rare ‘point’ betas for iOS 26.6 and macOS 26.6
    Macworld Typically, Apple issues operating system updates to beta testers only for major point releases, such as iOS 26.5 or macOS 26.6. The minor-level point releases with two decimal points (e.g., macOS 26.6.1) generally bring little more than bug fixes and security updates that are pushed to users without any beta testing from developers or the public.It’s unusual, then, that Apple just pushed out iOS and iPadOS 26.6.1 along with macOS 26.6.2 to beta testers. The…
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 12:46am -
  • iOS 27 beta 5 is out now with further refinements and fixes
    Macworld On the first day of the WWDC developer conference, Apple released the first developer beta of its new operating system. This year, that means that the first release of iOS 27 outside Cupertino came on June 8, 2026.The pattern goes like this: Apple releases developer-only betas for the first month or so, and then starts releasing the same build for both developers and public beta testers. Based on historical precedent, we expect the third or fourth beta to be t…
    - 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 12:28am -
  • The 20th anniversary all-glass iPhone might not happen after all
    Macworld In just a few weeks, Apple will unveil its latest iPhones, including the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, and the iPhone Ultra, its first folding phone. However, reports had claimed for months that Apple is planning something even bigger for next year to mark the iPhone’s 20th anniversary. Now, a new report throws a bucket of cold water on those plans.According to Jefferies analyst Edison Lee, Apple’s has scrapped its plans for the 20th anniversary phone, which…
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 11:12pm -
  • Anker’s foldable 3-in-1 wireless Apple charging station is down to its lowest price ever
    Macworld Anker Prime 25W 3-in-1 Foldable Charging StationView DealOne way to ensure your nightstand and travel bag are equally organized is to get a portable charging station. Anker’s 3-in-1 Foldable Charger will handle your iPhone, Apple Watch, and your AirPods at the same time, and it will cost you less than $100 to get right now–the best price we’ve seen for this model.The big draw to getting this small stati…
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 8:47pm -
  • Best iPhone 17 cases for iPhone 17, 17 Pro & 17 Pro Max, 17e and Air
    Macworld Before you even start the setup on your iPhone 17—be it an iPhone 17, 17e or Air, 17 Pro or 17 Pro Max— you should consider what type of case you need to protect it in. However good Apple’s new Ceramic Shield 2 shell is, it won’t be up to protecting your phone if dropped or scraped. A case just makes sense—and can look fantastic, too. Some are even ultra glamorous.Cases come in more shapes and sizes and with more functionality than you’d believe. H…
    - 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 7:50pm -