The Unofficial Apple Blog

• newApple Releases iOS, iPadOS, and macOS 26.5.2 Security Update
  Apple has rolled out new software updates for iPhone, iPad, and Mac users, introducing iOS 26.5.2, iPadOS 26.5.2, and macOS 26.5.2. The company says the updates focus on security improvements, although it has not yet revealed the exact vulnerabilities being addressed. The updates arrived on June 29 and represent another effort by Apple to keep […]The post Apple Releases iOS, iPadOS, and macOS 26.5.2 Security Update appeared first on TUAW.
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• newSupreme Court Limits Police Access to Location Data
  The U.S. Supreme Court has delivered a major victory for digital privacy, ruling that law enforcement agencies cannot broadly collect location data from technology companies without probable cause. The decision significantly limits the use of “geofence warrants,” a controversial investigative tool that has grown in popularity over recent years. A geofence warrant allows police to […]The post Supreme Court Limits Police Access to Location Data appeared first on TUAW.
  - 19 hours ago 2 Jul 26, 1:12am -
• newApple’s $502M Optis Patent Case Reaches UK Supreme Court
  Apple’s years-long patent dispute with technology licensing company Optis is heading to the UK Supreme Court. The case centers on claims that Apple infringed patents related to LTE, or 4G, technology used in iPhones, Apple Watches, and other devices. The legal battle began in 2019 and has since expanded across both the United Kingdom and […]The post Apple’s $502M Optis Patent Case Reaches UK Supreme Court appeared first on TUAW.
  - 20 hours ago 2 Jul 26, 12:38am -
• Third iOS 26.6 and macOS 26.6 Betas Arrive
  Apple has released the third round of developer beta updates for its 26-generation operating systems. The rollout includes iOS 26.6, macOS 26.6, iPadOS, watchOS, visionOS, and tvOS, alongside updates in the 26.5.2 branch. At the same time, Apple continues working on both current-generation and next-generation software tracks. While attention increasingly shifts toward the upcoming 27-generation […]The post Third iOS 26.6 and macOS 26.6 Betas Arrive appeared first on TUAW.
  - 2 days ago 30 Jun 26, 6:35pm -
• Apple Acquires Award-Winning Swift Tool Developer
  Apple has acquired assets from Rabbit 3 Times, the company behind the visual Swift development tool called Play. The move comes less than a year after Play won an Apple Design Award for Innovation. The acquisition highlights Apple’s growing interest in improving tools for software developers. Rather than buying the entire company outright, Apple reportedly […]The post Apple Acquires Award-Winning Swift Tool Developer appeared first on TUAW.
  - 2 days ago 30 Jun 26, 5:29pm -
• WhatsApp Introduces Usernames to Keep Phone Numbers Private
  WhatsApp is preparing to launch a new username system that allows people to connect without revealing their phone numbers. The feature, expected to roll out more widely later in 2026, aims to make private conversations safer and more convenient for users around the world. Instead of giving out a personal phone number, users will be […]The post WhatsApp Introduces Usernames to Keep Phone Numbers Private appeared first on TUAW.
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Apple Insider

• newNew Mac infostealer confirms stolen passwords before stealing data
  A newly discovered macOS infostealer verifies Mac login passwords before stealing sensitive data, giving attackers immediate confirmation that compromised credentials will actually work.PamStealerResearchers at Jamf Threat Labs have documented a new macOS malware campaign built around an infostealer called PamStealer. PamStealer disguises itself as the Maccy clipboard manager and uses AppleScript alongside a Rust payload to infect Macs.Jamf found that PamStealer verifies login passwords through…
  - 2 hours ago 2 Jul 26, 6:32pm -
• newGorgeous shots winning 2026 iPhone Photography Awards show old models still cut it
  The winners of the 2026 iPhone Photography Awards have been announced, with many of them taken using older iPhones, including an iPhone 8 Plus.The iPhone Photography Awards winners are inThe 2026 IPPA winners were announced after entries from more than 140 countries were submitted. Four overall winners were announced, ranging from Grand Prix to Bronze.Category winners, runners-up, and honorable mentions were also shared, giving us a wider look at the quality of images that were submitted this ye…
  - 2 hours ago 2 Jul 26, 5:44pm -
• newConfident Apple increases its iPhone Fold orders to 10 million
  A new report claims that Apple expects to sell 10 million of the iPhone Fold in 2026 and into early 2027, considerably up from most previous estimates.Mockup of a possible iPhone Fold design - image credit: AppleInsiderNothing varies quite like the rumors that the iPhone Fold is or is not going to be launched in September, but the number Apple will make comes close. In April 2026, for example, Nikkei Asia and most other analysts believed that Apple was ordering 7 million to 8 million for the yea…
  - 3 hours ago 2 Jul 26, 5:03pm -
• newSteve Jobs' Bicentennial check captures the birth of Apple and the PC revolution
  A newly surfaced Steve Jobs-signed check is up for auction, linking the nation's milestone anniversary with the earliest days of the personal computer revolution.Image credit: RR AuctionRR Auction is currently running a Fine Autographs and Artifacts auction, full of signatures from American presidents, political figures, authors, kings, queens, scientists, engineers, innovators, and everyone in between. Among the famous names is Steve Jobs, Apple's co-founder and former CEO.It's hardly the first…
  - 13 hours ago 2 Jul 26, 6:53am -
• newiPhone Fold expected to take 29% of 2026 foldable phone screen orders
  Apple's iPhone Fold is expected to be the driving force of a 2026 rebound for foldable smartphone orders, falling only just behind Samsung's hardware.Apple's iPhone Fold is expected to account for 29% of all foldable smartphone display orders in 2026.Apple is expected to unveil its first folding iPhone in late 2026. Though the move will mark the company's entry into new smartphone territory, the iPhone Fold could also have a significant impact on overall orders for foldable phone screens.Accord…
  - 17 hours ago 2 Jul 26, 3:38am -
• newApple weighs buying RAM from two blacklisted Chinese suppliers to curb rising costs
  A global memory shortage is pushing Apple to consider alternate RAM suppliers. In all likelihood, this will draw scrutiny from U.S. lawmakers.Memory is in short supply globally — Image credit: SK HynixThe companies in question are ChangXin Memory Technologies Inc. and Yangtze Memory Technologies Co. The companies are on a Department of Defense list of Chinese companies believed to support Beijing's military.According to Bloomberg, talks are still ongoing and nothing is final yet. However, Appl…
  - 17 hours ago 2 Jul 26, 2:58am -
• newApple in Russia's crosshairs again, facing $52M fine for not installing state-required apps
  Russia is putting pressure on Apple with a proposed $52M fine for discriminating against state-backed apps and not having them installed on every iPhone.Russia has threatened Apple with a nearly $52M fine.On June 25, the Kremlin demanded answers as to why Russian applications made by VK were removed from the App Store. Apple was accused of removing VK apps and services without "warning or explanation," and Russia threatened to withdraw its cooperation with Apple entirely over the issue.Now, the…
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• newIf it exists, Elon Musk's SpaceX AI prototype hardware is thinner than iPhone
  While the device has a questionable future, and Elon Musk has denied the report, SpaceX is said to be taking on Apple by shifting into AI hardware, reportedly showing investors a prototype before the company's IPO.Elon Musk - Image Credit: TeslaSpaceX's artificial intelligence arm, xAI, has been working on a considerably more grounded product it wants to sell to consumers, as it competes against Apple Intelligence and other AI platforms. One that doesn't involve being blasted off the planet.Acc…
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• newApple readying four iPad Pro models & entry M7 MacBook Pro for early 2027 release
  It's not exactly the most unexpected rumor, but a new report claims that Apple is working on an iPad Pro refresh, and a new entry-level MacBook Pro with M7 for spring 2027.iPad Pro can replace the MacBook Pro for some usersIf the rumor is accurate, that moves the iPad Pro from a previous fall launch cycle to the spring. This will help level out Apple's earnings cycle, and move some new releases out of the holiday quarter, and into the spring and back-to-school purchasing season.Any new iPad Pro…
  - 17 hours ago 2 Jul 26, 2:42am -
• newGoogle's Gemini Spark for macOS will work on your local Mac files
  Google has brought Gemini Spark to macOS, with the app giving the AI assistant access to your Mac's desktop and locally stored files.Google Gemini Spark - Image Credit: GoogleThe AI industry has moved in recent times from simply answering queries to managing your local files on your behalf. On Wednesday, Google moved to do the same for Mac users with Gemini Spark.The Google Gemini app for macOS now has an option for Gemini Spark, the search giant confirmed via a corporate blog post. The change m…
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• newSave up to $400 on Apple's iPad Air, iPad Pro this July
  Amazon's July iPad deals are live, with savings of up to $400 off heading into the holiday weekend.Save up to $400 across Apple's iPad line at Amazon.Amazon's iPad sale delivers prices as low as $559 for Apple's current M4 iPad Air. Higher-end iPad Pro models with 1TB or 2TB of storage are also eligible for steep markdowns, with savings of up to $400 off.Save up to $400 on iPads Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 23 hours ago 1 Jul 26, 9:22pm -
• newNew Final Cut Camera tries to be more useful for Mac users
  Apple has updated its free Final Cut Camera app, which remains made for Final Cut Pro on the iPad, but its improvements include easier transferring of footage to the Mac.The new Final Cut Camera for iPhone is now on the App StoreAlongside its latest update to Final Cut Pro for the Mac and the iPad, Apple has released a new version of its free companion app, Final Cut Camera for iPhone. This is the app that lets filmmakers shoot simultaneously on multiple iPhones, and have the footage be monitore…
  - 23 hours ago 1 Jul 26, 9:13pm -
• Researchers scapegoat iPhone for declining US birthrates
  The US has seen a 22% decline in the annual birth rate since 2007. A study confuses correlation with causation, and blames the iPhone without real data to support the claim.It's a wonder Apple bothered to add menstrual cycle tracking to the iPhone.Jony Ive once expressed regret for the unforeseen consequences of the iPhone, but he meant for the environment and for people's attention. Not for the birth rate. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 1 day ago 1 Jul 26, 7:59pm -
• New Jamf Beacon gives businesses active Mac threat hunting
  Organizations can now add managed threat hunting to their Mac security with Jamf Beacon, a service designed to uncover attacks that traditional cross-platform security tools may miss.Beacon by Jamf Threat LabsMacs have become increasingly common across enterprise environments. Security researchers have also documented a growing number of malware families, social engineering campaigns, and persistence techniques built specifically for macOS.Many macOS attacks rely on techniques that differ from t…
  - 1 day ago 1 Jul 26, 7:39pm -
• Apple hasn't fixed a Hide My Email privacy bug in over a year
  A vulnerability was discovered in Apple's "Hide My Email" that allows an attacker to work out your real email address. It's not been fixed for over a year.Hide My Email on an iPhoneHide My Email has been a great help for Apple users who need to communicate with services and companies, but don't want to provide their real email address. Spam, as ever, continues to be a problem requiring solutions like this.However, while it is capable of thwarting your typical spammer or marketing-happy small bus…
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• Tim Cook's government liaison position comes into focus before stepping down as Apple CEO
  Apple CEO Tim Cook will soon be Executive Chairman and handle government interactions, but that isn't stopping him from taking a phone call today with a European Commission head over Apple AI in the EU.Apple CEO Tim Cook is ready to take on his role as government liaisonWWDC 2026 was focused on system optimization, child safety, and the new Apple Foundation Models. Apple Users in the EU were cut off completely from that last third of the keynote, as those features can't launch in the region as t…
  - 2 days ago 1 Jul 26, 5:51am -
• iPhone 18 Pro leaks: Qualcomm or Apple C2 model, A20 details, camera upgrades
  After a closer look at some new data, Apple's iPhone 18 Pro modem situation may not be cut-and-dried. Here's what the latest leaks say is in store for cellular connectivity, the A20 chip, and possible camera improvements.New details about the iPhone 18 Pro have emerged, thanks to data leaked from Tata.On June 25, AppleInsider exclusively revealed that iPhone 18 Pro schematics and documents were among the more than 630GB of files taken from Tata in a cyberattack.An initial analysis of the leaked…
  - 2 days ago 1 Jul 26, 1:52am -
• Best Buy nabs retailer-exclusive Orange Beats Solo Buds
  Apple subsidiary Beats by Dre has updated its Solo Buds with a new color, with consumers in the United States and Japan able to pick up a pair of bright orange earbuds from select retailers.Beats Solo Buds, but in OrangeOwners of Beats earbuds will be familiar with the blindingly bright orange colorway for some of its models. While you could get the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 and Beats Powerbeats Fit in the colorway, you could only get the Beats Solo Buds in a few more muted colorways.Fans of the sa…
  - 2 days ago 1 Jul 26, 1:46am -
• Amex cardholders can now use Membership Rewards during Apple Pay checkout
  American Express is bringing Membership Rewards points directly to Apple Pay checkout to give eligible cardholders a faster way to use their rewards for eligible online and in-app purchases. Here's how to use it.Apple PayThe new "Use Rewards" option appears during Apple Pay checkout when an eligible American Express Membership Rewards card is selected. Card members can choose how many points to apply toward all or part of an eligible purchase before completing the transaction.Eligible cardholder…
  - 2 days ago 30 Jun 26, 11:57pm -
• If you wanted more AI in Apple's Creator Studio, Tuesday's update gives it to you
  Apple's creative software subscription has received some major upgrades, including more AI-powered features in Final Cut Pro, whether or not you want it.Apple brings AI-powered masking tools to Final Cut ProOn Tuesday, Apple updated its Creator Studio lineup of apps, which it first introduced in late January. Impressively, nearly all of the apps included within the bundle have received some form of update. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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• Amazon's $99 AirPods 4 deal is still in stock with month-end savings
  With Prime Day in the rearview mirror, Apple deals have been expiring and selling out, but Amazon's $99 AirPods 4 special is still in stock and ready to ship.Discounted AirPods prices are as low as $99 - Image credit: AppleIf you're looking for the lowest price on AirPods, Amazon is offering shoppers a $30 discount on AirPods 4.Buy AirPods 4 for $99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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• US Supreme Court agrees to hear Apple's Epic Games appeal
  Apple is getting its wish in the ongoing lawsuit against Epic Games, as the Supreme Court agrees to hear its argument against being found in contempt of court.A Fortnite parody of Apple's famous 1984 commercial - Image Credit: Epic Games. Apple and Epic Games have been impatiently waiting for the Supreme Court to determine whether it will listen to arguments between the two companies. On Tuesday, the answer finally came.Reuters reports the U.S. Supreme Court agreed to hear Apple's argument that…
  - 2 days ago 30 Jun 26, 11:07pm -
• Stop us if you've heard this before: Apple Watch redesign will have new band attachment points
  The rumor mill is at it again with this one — the Apple Watch Series 12 will finally get a major overhaul with a new band attachment method, making all your old ones obsolete. We've heard that off and on for four years, and always for the next release.Apple Watch Series 12 may look different, if you believe one leaker. Like many other Apple products, the Apple Watch generally gets minor annual spec-bump updates, with an unchanged exterior. It's been a few years since the last revision, prompti…
  - 2 days ago 30 Jun 26, 10:21pm -
• New AirDrop security flaws are significant, but aren't a giant threat
  Nearby attackers can crash Apple's AirDrop before users see a file transfer request, temporarily disabling AirPlay, Handoff, Universal Clipboard, and other Continuity features. They're no threat, assuming you're configured properly.AirDrop settings on iPhoneThe findings, published on June 30, also identify security flaws in Google and Samsung Quick Share. The CISPA Helmholtz Center for Information Security conducted the research.Researchers Arash Ale Ebrahim and Nils Ole Tippenhauer analyzed the…
  - 2 days ago 30 Jun 26, 10:09pm -
• Apple's $502M Optis patent infringement payment headed to UK Supreme Court
  Apple is contesting a ruling that would force it to pay Optis $502 million for LTE patent infringement, but the UK Supreme Court has yet to reach a verdict.Apple seeks to avoid paying Optis $502 million over alleged patent infringement.The legal battle between Apple and Optis goes back to February 2019, and there's still no end in sight all these years later. Apple was accused of infringing upon Optis' LTE patents, which ultimately led to lawsuits in both the United Kingdom and the United States…
  - 2 days ago 30 Jun 26, 8:28pm -
• Apple Music's billions of streams, billions of dollars in fines, and one failure
  On June 30, 2015, Apple launched Apple Music that has brought music pleasure to millions, a social media feature you probably don't remember and cost Apple billions in fines.It's fine to be nostalgic for red blobs.If you joined Apple Music when it first launched and have stayed with it since, you have easily paid out more than a thousand dollars. The price has gone up over the years, too, plus there are more expensive tiers with a family plan, cheaper ones with the student offering, and Apple Mu…
  - 2 days ago 30 Jun 26, 7:44pm -
• Save $450 on Apple's M5 Pro 14-inch MacBook Pro with 2TB SSD
  Amazon's July price cut on Apple's M5 Pro MacBook Pro with an upgrade to 2TB of storage delivers a 15% discount off retail.Save $450 on an upgraded 2TB 14-inch MacBook Pro today - Image credit: AppleAmazon's post-Prime Day MacBook Pro deals are selling out quickly as shoppers scramble to grab aggressive discounts on the heels of Apple's price increases.We're following this $450 discount on Apple's latest 14-inch MacBook Pro. This M5 Pro model has 24GB of RAM and 2TB of storage, a bump up from th…
  - 2 days ago 30 Jun 26, 7:34pm -
• Apple is delivering security updates faster to beat AI hackers
  AI is now helping hackers find and exploit security issues faster than ever before. Apple says it will no longer wait to include updates in the next scheduled releases of iOS, iPadOS, and macOS.Apple's latest iOS update comprises security updates.Following a trio of security updates to iOS, iPadOS, and macOS, Apple has announced that it now intends to cut the time between discovery of an exploit and the update to address it. Normally some more minor security updates would have been held until th…
  - 2 days ago 30 Jun 26, 7:03pm -
• Hey old school Mac gamers, Bolo is back!
  Classic game "Bolo" died on Mac more than two decades ago. It's back for modern Macs for free on Steam now, and on the App Store for iPhone later. You need to try it.Bolo, on classic hardware - Image Credit MacMuseum.auAges and ages ago, when I was still in the Navy and transferring from one duty station to another, my brother was visiting. It was freezing and snowing, and we were basically stuck in the hotel room, with a U-Haul outside with everything I owned in it.In a hotel in Saratoga Spring…
  - 2 days ago 30 Jun 26, 6:52pm -
• Apple's legal team is striking social media sharing stolen iPhone 18 Pro data
  Apple is going after anyone leaking iPhone 18 Pro footage and imagery stolen from Tata, with DMCA claims deleting social media posts.The iPhone 18 Pro in the videos was silver in color, similar to this iPhone 17 Pro. The hack of one of Tata's iPhone assembly plants in India led to over 630 gigabytes of data being stolen, including some from Apple. With that data being shared online, Apple is now working to take it all down.On Monday, videos were being circulated on X depicting an iPhone 18 Pro u…
  - 2 days ago 30 Jun 26, 6:24pm -
• UK ponders copying more EU App Store rules
  The UK's Competition and Markets Authority is considering forcing Apple and Google to open their App Stores and allow rival payment systems, exactly like the European Union.UK Parliament - image credit: ParliamentIn February 2026, the UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) got agreements from Apple and Google over changes to their app stores. It was an easy win for the UK, since it just meant the two firms agreeing to issues over transparency that they already did in the EU.According to Re…
  - 2 days ago 30 Jun 26, 4:59pm -
• How to use Tailscale to remotely connect to your Mac from anywhere
  If you need to securely connect to your Mac desktop at home while on the move, Tailscale may be the answer. Here's how to get started.Tailscale helps you connect to your Mac remotely, even in tough networking conditions. One of the main benefits of having a gigabit-class Internet connection is being able to connect to your home devices from outside the home. If you need a file from a home fileserver, you have tons of bandwidth so you know you can get it remotely, quickly.However, while having t…
  - 2 days ago 30 Jun 26, 8:27am -
• User location data that Google & Apple have is protected by Fourth Amendment, says SCOTUS
  A new Supreme Court ruling will require police to have probable cause before using sweeping geofence warrants that rely on people's personal location data to find criminals.The Supreme Court rules against the use of geofence warrantsPolice subpoena Apple, Google, and other tech companies for precious user location data using so-called "geofence warrants," which can serve as a dragnet to catch a single criminal while implicating many others. The Supreme Court says this method is no longer an opti…
  - 3 days ago 30 Jun 26, 3:11am -
• Don't wait to update: iOS 26.5.2 includes over 25 security fixes for web browsing
  Apple's iOS 26.5.2 update adds a variety of fixes to keep your data safe while browsing the web. Here's what you need to know and why you should update.iOS 26.5.2 includes more than 25 security fixes.On Monday, just under a month after releasing iOS 26.5.1, Apple made iOS 26.5.2 available for download. The update contains more than 25 different security enhancements, and over 15 of them are related to WebKit.Notably, Apple patched two WebKit vulnerabilities that used maliciously crafted web cont…
  - 3 days ago 30 Jun 26, 12:30am -
• Apple suppliers Samsung, SK hynix & Micron hit by RAM price fixing suit
  Apple's largest memory suppliers are being sued in California, with consumers and small businesses alleging Samsung Electronics, SK hynix and Micron coordinated DRAM production cuts that drove up memory prices.Apple has a unified memory architecture for its chipsApple isn't accused of wrongdoing in the lawsuit. Samsung, SK hynix and Micron supply memory used across Apple's hardware lineup, putting the dispute much closer to customers than it might first appear.The company has already raised pric…
  - 3 days ago 30 Jun 26, 12:17am -
• New 26.5.2 security patch arrives for iOS, iPadOS, macOS
  It's time to update your Mac, iPhone, and iPad, as Apple has released a new trio of security patches for its operating systems.Apple has rolled out a security update for iPhoneApple pushed out three new updates on Monday in an effort to patch an apparent security flaw. As of publication, Apple has not specified what issue the patch is meant to fix.Because Apple has not announced what is in the update, it is also possible that it contains bug fixes as well. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Disc…
  - 3 days ago 29 Jun 26, 11:32pm -
• Third developer betas of iOS 26.6, macOS 26.6 arrive with iOS 26.5.2 release
  Apple is now on the third round of its 26-gen operating system updates, including developer builds of its iOS 26.6 and others alongside some 26.5.2 releases.Apple's hardware that works with the 26-generation operating systems - Image Credit: AppleApple is in the phase of the year where it has two developer beta tracks running at the same time. While the main attention is on the 27-generation, it is also still building for its current-gen operating systems.The third developer betas landed after t…
  - 3 days ago 29 Jun 26, 11:07pm -
• Apple Design award winner acquired by Apple for new Swift tools
  After giving it an Apple Design award for innovation, Apple has now bought Rabbit 3 Ties, Inc, which made a visual Swift development tool called Play.Play let developers quickly prototype apps - image credit: Rabbit 3 Times, IncFollowing Apple's acquisition of the open-source Swift Package Index, it's now been revealed that it entered a deal with the Play company. Rather than an outright acquisition, the deal reportedly sees Apple acquiring assets and having the option to hire certain staff.So w…
  - 3 days ago 29 Jun 26, 9:45pm -
• WhatsApp's new username system keeps phone numbers private by design
  WhatsApp is adding usernames that let people start conversations without sharing their phone numbers, expanding its privacy tools ahead of a wider rollout later in 2026.WhatsApp adds usernamesUsers will be able to share a WhatsApp username instead of their phone number. A username could make it easier to connect with a new classmate, neighbor, or someone they meet at an event.Usernames also let people join community or parent group chats without sharing a phone number with everyone in the conver…
  - 3 days ago 29 Jun 26, 9:40pm -
• Apple's iPhone went on sale 19 years ago today, and changed the world
  Compared to today's iPhone 17 Pro Max and what we know of the forthcoming iPhone 18 range, the very first iPhone that went on sale 19 years ago today was startlingly slow and incredibly limited — yet it changed the world.Apple launched the iPhone in 2007 - image credit: AppleIt was on June 29, 2007, that the original iPhone went on sale in the US, and arguably that was the day that it truly began shaking up what users expected from a phone.We and the phone industry had already known all about…
  - 3 days ago 29 Jun 26, 8:58pm -
• How Thread is fixing smart home networks on Smart Home Insider
  This week on Smart Home Insider, Ann Olivo from the Thread Group joins to talk about the future of the wireless standard and how it's improving smart home networks.Smart Home Insider PodcastJoining as this week's guest host is Ann Olivo. Olivo serves as the Corporate Campaigns Manager for Silicon Labs, as well as the VP of Marketing for the Thread Group.The topic comes just a week after Unify, a public-facing conference put on by the Connectivity Standards Alliance. Thread, as many other groups…
  - 3 days ago 29 Jun 26, 8:42pm -
• Save $350 on Apple's 14-inch MacBook Pro M5 right now at Amazon
  Amazon's month-end $350 discount brings the 1TB 14-inch MacBook Pro with an M5 chip down to $1,649.99. But supply may be limited after Apple raised prices last week.Save $350 on a 1TB 14-inch MacBook Pro at Amazon - Image credit: AppleWith price increases announced by Apple last week on its MacBook and iPad lines, it's worth considering grabbing this $1,649.99 special at Amazon before the $350 discount ends.Buy 14" MacBook Pro M5 for $1,649.99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Fo…
  - 3 days ago 29 Jun 26, 8:37pm -
• Future OLED Macs may get a major color accuracy upgrade
  Apple could adopt a wider color standard for future OLED displays, a move that could improve color accuracy and push beyond the capabilities of current premium OLED panels.13-inch iPad Pro with OLED displayA TrendForce report published on June 29 says Apple plans to gradually adopt OLED panels that cover 95% of the BT.2020 color gamut in future MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, and iMac models. Reaching that wider color standard will require a new generation of OLED emissive materials.The research firm say…
  - 3 days ago 29 Jun 26, 8:17pm -
• A20 Pro leak shows how iPhone 18 Pro will run faster and cooler
  A motherboard leak demonstrates that a new production technique has been used to make the A20 Pro in the iPhone 18 Pro. Expect impressive performance, and a cooler running iPhone.Dies on wafers. Image credit: TSMCApple is just months away from introducing its iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, and the rumors about it continue to flow. The latest leak is about its internals, and how it could help improve performance.A supposed image of the motherboard used in the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max was s…
  - 3 days ago 29 Jun 26, 6:51pm -
• India's $38 billion antitrust case is plagiarized and should be scrapped, says Apple
  Apple appeared to be finally cooperating with India's antitrust regulator, but now says it can show that the country's three-year investigation consisted of simply copying and pasting claims from rivals.Tim Cook in a previous visit to India — image credit: AppleIn 2021, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) began investigating Apple after receiving a complaint against its App Store fees. In 2024, it accused Apple of antitrust practices, and the company has been consistently arguing against…
  - 3 days ago 29 Jun 26, 6:03pm -
• These iPhone accessibility settings can make everyday tasks easier
  Apple's accessibility settings are often overlooked, but many of them double as practical workflow tools that can speed up everyday tasks across iPhone.iPhone accessibility features that can improve your workflowWhen it first launched in 2007, the iPhone became an immediate target for criticism. Its touch-based interface was seen as exclusive of users with no or low vision.However, when 2009 rolled around, Apple was ready to start adding in features that were geared towards low-and no-vision use…
  - 3 days ago 29 Jun 26, 5:06pm -
• Repurposing Macs: How to get more out of your obsolete hardware
  If you've upgraded to a new Mac, don't throw away your old one. Here are some ideas of things you can do to get more out of your older Apple desktop.The 2018 Mac mini may be 'Obsolete' but it still has its uses. Buying a new Mac or MacBook can be a thrill. The bump of speed, the extra memory and storage that's free of clutter, and the unscratched, clean casing can make most Mac users instantly happy.However, after drinking in all the potential of your new digital workspace, you'll soon be remind…
  - 69 days ago 24 Apr 26, 5:13pm -
• Elgato Prompter XL review -- simply the teleprompter for Apple users to buy
  The Elgato Prompter XL teleprompter builds on the excellent original and brings a larger screen, plus refinements to everything else in hardware, but the software still needs a little work.Elgato Prompter XL has a great display, great hardware, but its software lets it downThis should be a 5-star review. Not every product is for everyone, and not every price point is for every budget, but for those for whom this is aimed, this ought to be a 5-star review.And it would be if this were solely about…
  - 99 days ago 26 Mar 26, 5:47am -
• Huion Kamvas 22 (Gen 3) drawing tablet review: An excellent entry-level option
  The third-generation Huion Kamvas serves as an excellent upgrade to digital artists moving to a pen display for the first time, without breaking the bank.Huion Kamvas 22 (Gen 3) ReviewFor digital artists, it is a great time to be looking for hardware.As a professional cartoonist and cartographer working exclusively in the digital workspace for about two decades, pen display tablets are where I live with my work. As a result, I have used/tested many models, shapes, and sizes in my years. Continue…
  - 10 Mar 26, 5:30am -
• How to build an offline reading library & access articles anytime
  Don't let a flaky internet connection or a disappearing webpage stand between you and your favorite articles. Here's how to save articles for offline reading.Saving content offlineThere are plenty of reasons to save articles offline. Maybe you're heading into a long flight without Wi-Fi, trying to build a personal archive of useful reads, or just want to make sure an article doesn't disappear later.Whatever the case, Apple devices offer several ways to store content for offline reading. These in…
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