The Unofficial Apple Blog

• Apple TV Exec Departs to Launch Production Company
  Apple TV is undergoing a significant leadership change as one of its senior content executives prepares to leave the company. Morgan Wandell, Apple TV’s Head of International Content Development, is departing to launch his own production company after helping shape the streaming platform’s international growth. Wandell has played a major role in Apple’s entertainment strategy […]
  - 2 days ago 18 May 26, 6:21am -
• Apple Backs Google in EU Fight Over AI Access Rules
  Apple has taken an unusual position in Europe’s growing tech regulation battle by backing Google against proposed European Union artificial intelligence access rules. The move highlights rising concerns among major technology firms over how far regulators should go in forcing platform openness. The dispute centers on draft EU measures that could require Google to allow […]
  - 2 days ago 18 May 26, 4:55am -
• Lady Gaga’s Apple Music Concert Event Streams Free This May
  Lady Gaga fans will soon have a new way to experience the global superstar’s latest musical era. Apple Music will stream an exclusive filmed performance titled Mayhem Requiem on May 14, offering free access to viewers worldwide. The special event marks another major collaboration between Apple and one of music’s most recognizable performers. This time, […]
  - 2 days ago 18 May 26, 2:42am -
• iPhone 17 Boosts Apple as US Smartphone Market Shrinks
  Apple increased its US smartphone sales in the first quarter of 2026, even as the broader market contracted. New data shows iPhone sales rose 1.3% year over year, while the total US smartphone market dropped 5.7% during the same period. Android smartphone sales fell even harder, declining 14.4%. The contrast highlights Apple’s growing resilience in […]
  - 3 days ago 17 May 26, 4:57am -
• Steve Jobs Coin Sells Out in Minutes as Collectors Rush US Mint
  A newly released commemorative coin honoring Steve Jobs sold out in just 11 minutes, highlighting the enduring appeal of Apple’s late co-founder among collectors and technology fans. The United States Mint launched the coin on May 12 as part of its American Innovation $1 Coin Program. The California edition, which features a young Steve Jobs […]
  - 3 days ago 17 May 26, 2:20am -
• iPhone Dual-Layer OLED Display May Still Be Years Away
  Apple fans hoping for a major iPhone display upgrade may need to wait longer. A new report suggests Apple will not bring dual-layer OLED technology, also known as Tandem OLED, to its iPhone lineup anytime soon. The technology already powers Apple’s iPad Pro. It uses two OLED layers instead of one, allowing the screen to […]
  - 3 days ago 16 May 26, 9:46pm -
• Apple Savings Expands With Limited Web Access for Users
  Apple has quietly introduced web access for Apple Savings users, marking a notable shift for a service previously locked inside Apple’s device ecosystem. However, the new feature comes with significant restrictions. Apple Savings customers can now log into the existing Apple Card website and access a dedicated Savings section. This portal allows users to check […]
  - 4 days ago 15 May 26, 9:34pm -
• Steve Jobs Honored on New US Innovation Dollar Coin
  Steve Jobs, the late Apple co-founder who reshaped modern technology, will soon appear on an official United States dollar coin. California selected Jobs to represent the state in the American Innovation $1 Coin Program, a nationwide initiative honoring transformative American achievements. The recognition places Jobs among historic innovators whose work changed the nation’s direction. For […]
  - 4 days ago 15 May 26, 8:38pm -
• Tim Cook Joins Trump’s China Trade Delegation
  Apple CEO Tim Cook will join President Donald Trump on a major diplomatic trip to China, placing one of America’s most influential tech leaders at the center of critical trade discussions. The White House confirmed Cook is among 16 top US executives traveling with the president to Beijing for meetings with Chinese President Xi Jinping. […]
  - 4 days ago 15 May 26, 8:31pm -
• Apple Releases watchOS 26.5 With Stability Fixes
  Apple has officially released watchOS 26.5, delivering another maintenance-focused software update for Apple Watch users. While the update does not introduce eye-catching new features, it strengthens system performance and improves device reliability. The release continues Apple’s familiar approach with mid-cycle updates. Major operating system releases often bring noticeable features, while smaller updates usually focus on […]
  - 5 days ago 14 May 26, 6:37pm -

Apple Insider

• newEasily follow the FIFA World Cup in over 170 countries thanks to Apple Sports expansion
  The Apple Sports app is turning into a much larger international platform ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026 by expanding to more than 90 additional countries and regions.Apple Sports is now available in over 170 countriesApple announced on May 19 that Apple Sports is now available in more than 170 countries and regions worldwide. The update adds World Cup-focused features including tournament brackets, lineup formations, widgets, and Live Activities support for iPhone and Apple Watch.The expansion co…
  - 52 mins ago 19 May 26, 10:47pm -
• newSecond hardware team shakeup in a month seeks to speed up development
  Apple's new Chief Hardware Officer Johny Srouji is looking to optimize his hardware teams with a second reorganization. The move is expected to quell some irritation as it speeds up development.Apple's newest C-suite member Johny SroujiSrouji's new role was announced alongside the news that Tim Cook is to be replaced by John Ternus, and practically immediately, he began reshuffling teams. It was a practical reorganization since he was delegating some of his previous responsibilities, but accordi…
  - 1 hour ago 19 May 26, 10:18pm -
• newAmazon slashes $250 off every 2026 16-inch MacBook Pro it sells
  Amazon's May MacBook Pro sale delivers record-low prices on 2026 16-inch models with your choice of an M5 Pro or M5 Max chip.Grab record-low prices on Apple's 2026 16-inch MacBook Pro at Amazon.Save $250 on retail configurations from Apple's 2026 16-inch MacBook Pro line, with prices starting at a record low $2,449.Released in March 2026, the M5 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro features higher unified memory bandwidth and is equipped with Apple's N1 chip for Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6 support. Continue Read…
  - 2 hours ago 19 May 26, 9:37pm -
• newHow Steve Jobs changed the face of retail with the Apple Store
  On May 19, 2001, the very first Apple Stores were opened, changing not only how customers would buy Apple hardware and get service for purchases, but also alter brick-and-mortar retail forever.Apple Vision Pro in Apple Fifth Avenue in 2024"This is our store," Steve Jobs said simply, as he introduced the Apple Store for the first time. He did it in a video launch on May 15, 2001, just ahead of the first-ever Apple Stores opening the following Saturday.The Apple Store, Apple's first foray into its…
  - 2 hours ago 19 May 26, 9:24pm -
• newPlex lifetime pass price hike to $750 is ludicrous & too expensive for hosting video
  The self-hosted movie and TV show streaming platform Plex has jacked up the cost of its lifetime pass 200% to $749.99. It's an insane move that will make users think twice about using the app.Plex has tripled the price of its lifetime pass to $749.99For years, people with extensive digital home libraries of content have relied on Plex to create their own private in-house Netflix. However, after a change to how it is priced, some users may decide to look elsewhere.The Lifetime Plex Pass is for us…
  - 3 hours ago 19 May 26, 8:25pm -
• newApple's iPhone Fold hinge design may become industry standard
  A new rumor claims that a version of Apple's method of making a seamless hinge for the iPhone Fold will be replicated by others, suggesting that it works the best.iPhone Fold will have a seamless hingeThe idea seems to be that Apple will effectively train Chinese manufacturers on how to make the perfect hinge, and then may use the idea itself for an iPad Fold. Although most recent rumors have claimed that Apple has postponed working on a folding iPad, or may never release one, and opinions are d…
  - 3 hours ago 19 May 26, 8:15pm -
• newVision Pro wheelchair control & more accessibility features detailed ahead of WWDC
  Just before Global Accessibility Awareness Day on May 21, Apple has revealed some of the new assistive features coming soon to iOS 27, macOS 27, and visionOS 27.Some accessibility updates arriving in 2026 - Image credit: AppleApple is still a few weeks away from showing off its new operating system updates at WWDC. However, as has become tradition for the iPhone maker, it is giving an early glimpse of some changes in accessibility features that are on the way.The changes are outlined ahead of Gl…
  - 3 hours ago 19 May 26, 8:13pm -
• newHikawa Grip & Stand for iPhone launches globally at a new lower price
  After selling out nearly instantly in 2025, the Hikawa Grip & Stand is a featured accessory in Apple's OS 27 accessibility pre-announcement and is available in three new colors.Hikawa Grip & StandApple has brought the MagSafe grip back to the Apple Store online on May 19 in three new colors through a collaboration between Bailey Hikawa and PopSockets. The accessory first launched in November 2025 as a limited-edition Apple collaboration designed for users with disabilities affecting grip, streng…
  - 4 hours ago 19 May 26, 8:03pm -
• newApple Design Awards 2026 finalists include Cyberpunk 2077 & Civilization VII
  With WWDC 2026 just weeks away, the apps and games nominated for the 2026 Apple Design Awards have been revealed.Apple has announced the finalists for its 2026 Design Awards.Every year, Apple recognizes App Store applications that demonstrate genuine innovation and ingenuity. Through its annual Apple Design Awards, the company highlights its top picks across several app categories, celebrating developers and their creative efforts.On Monday, all apps that were nominated for the 2026 Apple Design…
  - 4 hours ago 19 May 26, 7:31pm -
• newEpic Games declares Victory Royale months ahead of Apple case conclusion
  Nothing has been decided, and months of deliberations are still ahead, but Epic Games is taking a premature victory lap and rereleasing "Fortnite" globally (except Australia).Epic's latest move comes with an Apple-inspired adIf you only listened to Epic CEO Tim Sweeney, you'd think the Epic versus Apple trial was already decided. In yet another marketing-style push, Epic is attempting to sway legislators around the world with a flashy ad campaign.A press release and a new social media ad from Ep…
  - 4 hours ago 19 May 26, 7:09pm -

• newApple Vision Pro Personas may be improved with Apple's new acquisition
  A low-profile firm that makes software to create virtual avatars has been acquired by Apple, perhaps to improve Personas in Apple Vision Pro.Apple Vision Pro could see improvements to its Personas feature during video callsFollowing its acquisition of firms that may help with new features in Apple Creator Studio, Apple has now also bought a firm that specializes in avatars. Animato, Inc, develops avatar software specifically for use in video chats and lessons.The company appears to have no websi…
  - 5 hours ago 19 May 26, 6:09pm -
• newRumored return to titanium after the aluminum iPhone 17 Pro doesn't make sense
  A new leak claims Apple may bring titanium back to future Pro iPhones after moving the iPhone 17 Pro to aluminum, a reversal that could reintroduce many of the material's old tradeoffs.Render of an iPhone 18 ProA May 17 Weibo post from leaker "Instant Digital" claimed Apple is researching improved titanium alloys for future iPhones rather than abandoning the material entirely. The post also claimed Apple is still exploring liquid metal and glass for future premium iPhone designs.Instant Digital…
  - 23 hours ago 19 May 26, 12:32am -
• newImproved Writing Tools, generated wallpapers, & easier Shortcut creation rumored for iOS 27
  The slow trickle of iOS 27 leaks continues with seemingly obvious upgrades that are being painted as part of a desperate move to catch up with competitors. Instead, they appear to be business as usual.iOS 27 will see some improvements to its various AI toolsApple announces new features for iOS each year during WWDC, and sometimes, early builds lead to leaks of features being tested. While these leaks frustrate Apple engineers that would prefer to keep them a surprise, they're sometimes obvious a…
  - 23 hours ago 19 May 26, 12:25am -
• WWDC 2026 media invites read 'Coming bright up' as the June 8 conference approaches
  Ahead of WWDC starting on June 8, Apple has sent out invites to the media for the event, as well as outlining its main schedule for the week.A logo used to promote WWDC 2026 - Image Credit: AppleApple's Worldwide Developer Conference is the big event for developers working in the Apple ecosystem. The 2026 edition is sure to be exciting as usual, and the company is preparing to get people involved.On Monday, Apple started sending out invitations to members of the media to attend a special event a…
  - 1 day ago 18 May 26, 11:30pm -
• Apple at 50: Tim Cook, the man who grew Apple by trillions of dollars
  He was a businessman instead of a designer, but as Apple CEO, Tim Cook also had to become far more of a politician than any of his predecessors. Here's how he started at Apple, ran the company, and will end his career.Tim Cook on stage at Apple Park- image credit: AppleTim Cook on stage at Apple Park- image credit: AppleTim Cook was Apple's seventh CEO, he was the longest-serving, and he was only the third who wasn't fired. Then it's true that like every Apple CEO before him, he was white, male,…
  - 1 day ago 18 May 26, 10:05pm -
• Problematic hinge could delay the iPhone Fold
  A new rumor claims that the iPhone Fold's reported testing delays are because of significant issues with the hinge that could prevent Apple from launching it in 2026.The folding screen doesn't seem to be a problem anymore, but the hinge apparently is. Render of a possible iPhone Fold: AppleInsiderIt's previously been reported that the expected iPhone Fold has entered manufacturing testing, but also that it has encountered problems. Initially, the only reports were of some unexpected issues, but…
  - 1 day ago 18 May 26, 9:49pm -
• Getting free AirPods Pro 3 sounds simple until the Apple Card fine print kicks in
  Apple is offering its biggest Apple Card sign-up bonus yet with free AirPods Pro 3, though customers must keep using the card for months before they receive the full reward.Apple CardApple launched its biggest Apple Card sign-up promotion yet with up to $250 in Bonus Daily Cash tied to an AirPods Pro 3 purchase. The deal spreads the reward across months of required card usage instead of offering an upfront rebate.The promotion applies only to new Apple Card customers who open an account and purc…
  - 1 day ago 18 May 26, 9:45pm -
• Amazon's popular $299 iPad 11 deal is back this week
  Amazon's May iPad sale delivers prices as low as $299, with discounts of up to $228 off Apple's tablet line.Get an iPad for just $299 at Amazon.Steep discounts on Apple's iPad line are in effect at Amazon this week, with a return of the popular $299 iPad 11. At press time, all four color options are eligible for the $50 price drop.Buy iPad 11 for $299 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 1 day ago 18 May 26, 9:45pm -
• Apple Watch Ultra could get first major redesign for version 4
  Sources within the supply chain back up previous reports that the forthcoming Apple Watch Ultra 4 will be a significant update that includes doubling its number of sensors.The sensors on the back of the current Apple Watch Ultra 3 Following reports that the regular Apple Watch Series 12 will not be a major update, there are now reports that the Apple Watch Ultra 4 will be. According to Digitimes, the new model will have a visible redesign that includes the addition of further unspecified sensors…
  - 1 day ago 18 May 26, 8:44pm -
• Don't expect new Macs at WWDC 2026
  Despite WWDC being a software conference, there are sometimes Mac releases, and there are always predictions that there will be, but it's very unlikely this time.MacBook Pro with WWDC 2026 wallpaperWhether it's fuelled by wishful thinking or click bait, WWDC coverage invariably includes commentary on new Mac releases. And it invariably goes that before the event, it is rumored or certain or sometimes apparently confirmed, that there will be new Mac hardware.Then almost always, there isn't. And t…
  - 1 day ago 18 May 26, 7:50pm -
• How Samsung SmartThings is embracing Matter on Smart Home Insider
  On this week's episode of the Smart Home Insider podcast, Daniel Moneta joins to talk about the latest updates to both Samsung SmartThings and Matter.Smart Home Insider PodcastA man of multiple hats, Daniel Moneta pulls double duty as the Chair of the Matter Marketing and Product Subgroup at the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA) but also represents Samsung in product and marketing for SmartThings.This gives him a unique perspective on SmartThings, Matter, and how ecosystems are adopting and…
  - 1 day ago 18 May 26, 6:37pm -
• New infostealer malware hides on Mac disguised as official Apple tools
  Security researchers say a new macOS infostealer called SHub Reaper disguises itself as Apple security software to steal passwords, cryptocurrency wallets, and sensitive files.HTML source code showing the construction of the malicious AppleScript. Image credit: SentinelOneThe malware abuses AppleScript and legitimate macOS system processes to hide its activity and avoid some traditional malware scanning tools.SentinelOne said Reaper is a more advanced version of the SHub Stealer malware family t…
  - 1 day ago 18 May 26, 6:31pm -
• AI is making smartphones verifiably worse by design
  Smartphone manufacturers are overloading their devices with AI features in an effort to control how you interface with both the device and information at large. That's not good.Is Apple Intelligence something the iPhone even needs?On Friday, Wes had asked me if I wanted to write a piece on what I thought AI was good for, versus what it is decidedly not good for. Yes, he knows exactly what he was doing with that "harmless pitch."He is, after all, someone who routinely tags me in Slack with some s…
  - 1 day ago 18 May 26, 5:22pm -
• Epic Games vs Apple -- The continuing six-year App Store saga
  The Epic Games "Fortnite" versus Apple's AppStore antitrust trial has completed its last week. Here's what you need to know about the saga, with closing arguments left to go. Between Epic CEO Tim Sweeney's ongoing complaints, the trial, Apple's lies, and the Supreme Court, the Epic vs. Apple App Store lawsuit continues to roll on years later. Here's all you need to know about the long-running courtroom drama, updated on May 18, 2026.Within the space of a few weeks in 2020, a disagreement between…
  - 1 day ago 18 May 26, 5:05pm -
• India's Apple antitrust case gets minor reprieve as fears of $38 billion fine continue
  Apple has been given two more months to comply with India's antitrust investigation, even as it is being ordered to "fully cooperate" with orders to submit financial statements.Tim Cook in a previous visit to India — image credit: AppleIn its antitrust investigation against Apple, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) has been trying to get the company to submit audited statements for 2022 to 2024. Apple has so far refused to do so while it separately argues against details of the very law…
  - 1 day ago 18 May 26, 4:58pm -
• Sunday Reboot: Liquid Glass appreciation, Cook in China, and Cats
  In this week's "Sunday Reboot," Liquid Glass gets an award, Tim Cook heads to China once again, and a wish for HomeKit to be more cat-friendly.Sunday Reboot: Liquid Glass, Cats, and CookSunday 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.This week, Apple's ambitions to expand its F1 coverage got knocked back, hackers attacked supply chain partner Foxconn,…
  - 2 days ago 18 May 26, 1:41am -
• AirPods Max 2 vs Heavys H1H: Heavy metal headphones compared
  You've probably seen an ad for the rock-tuned Heavys H1H on the internet, and true to their word, they are in fact tuned for guitar-heavy rock. Here's how they compare to Apple's AirPods Max.AirPods Max 2 [left], Heavys H1H [right]As a major mainstream tech company, Apple has an incentive to design to accommodate as many people as possible.Its products may not necessarily have everything a particular person wants in an item. But even so, it will still be close enough to be acceptable for the maj…
  - 2 days ago 18 May 26, 12:24am -
• Privacy & data security will remain central to Apple's 2026 AI push
  Apple will relaunch Apple Intelligence and Siri platforms with new Apple Foundation Models. Despite Google's involvement, Apple will maintain its privacy stance.Apple's new AI strategy won't sacrifice user privacy for gimmicksWhen Apple Intelligence was revealed during WWDC 2024, Apple had a hybrid system in place that would ultimately fail to deliver. Delays ensued, and it seems that the long wait is over for Apple's true AI strategy to emerge.According to the Power On newsletter, Apple won't b…
  - 2 days ago 18 May 26, 12:02am -
• Genmoji in iOS 27 will use what you type and what's in Photos for suggestions
  Apple wants more people to use Genmoji, by creating suggestions based on phrases that you type into the iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 keyboard, and what you've got stored in Photos.The launch of Genmoji during an Apple event - Image credit: AppleUsers of Messages will be familiar with the occasional appearance of emoji as a suggestion when typing on the software keyboard. For iOS 27 and iPadOS 27, they may get a lot more options to include Genmoji.The underwhelming Apple Intelligence feature hasn't reall…
  - 2 days ago 17 May 26, 9:33pm -
• Revamped Siri may launch in beta, despite two year delay
  The long-awaited overhaul of Siri is already two years later than planned. Even so, it will still be beta software when it does actually arrive.Current Siri has a colorful animation, but none of the New Siri smarts. Back in WWDC 2024, Apple introduced its new Siri with contextual awareness and other major improvements for the digital assistant. However, while it ultimately didn't arrive later in the year in iOS 18, and didn't even make it to iOS 26, it is now expected to turn up in iOS 27.Howeve…
  - 2 days ago 17 May 26, 8:42pm -
• Apple Watch Series 12 probably won't get a major update
  A new report claims that Apple intends to make few changes to the current Apple Watch Series 11, beyond a new Watch face.Apple WatchesPrevious reports have said that the Apple Watch Series 12 may get significant software updates, but that the hardware would remain much as it is with the current model. Now Bloomberg is reporting that there won't be many changes to hardware or software at all.Specifically, the report says there will definitely be at least one new Watch face, plus performance impro…
  - 2 days ago 17 May 26, 8:09pm -
• Crime blotter: How the Long Island truck hijackers were caught
  An arrest is made in the Morgan McSweeney stolen iPhone case, a guilty plea in the Beyonce stolen music case, and an AirTag helps recover a stolen Lamborghini, all in this week's Apple Crime Blotter.The Manhasset Apple Store The latest in an occasional AppleInsider series, looking at the world of Apple-related crime. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 2 days ago 17 May 26, 4:54pm -
• Apple, Epic agree on pre-court schedule for new fee proposals
  Ahead of the return to District Court for the continued appeals process in the Apple-Epic legal fight, the two companies have made a schedule to discuss a change in App Store fees for outbound links.An image from an Epic Games video mocking Apple's 1984 ad - Image Credit: Epic GamesThe May 6 decision by the Supreme Court to decline Apple's request for a stay on a mandate to meet Epic Games to negotiate a new commission rate means more legal action in the coming months. In preparation, the two si…
  - 3 days ago 16 May 26, 7:37pm -
• Craig Federighi dragged into Musk's Apple-OpenAI lawsuit
  Apple software chief Craig Federighi will be taking part in xAI's antitrust lawsuit against Apple and OpenAI over Grok's treatment in the App Store, but Tim Cook seemingly won't be.X in the App Store. In August 2025, Elon Musk's xAI sued Apple and OpenAI, claiming that a partnership between the two affected Grok's standings in the App Store. Specifically, Musk's xAI accused Apple of bias in its App Store rankings, preventing Grok and X from getting the top spot in favor of ChatGPT.As the antitru…
  - 3 days ago 16 May 26, 7:34pm -
• DOJ emissions cheating app investigation leads to record user data request
  A record 100,000 EZ Lynk users could find their data being handed over to the United States government if Apple complies with a request for app download information.Apple now involved in a lawsuit involving vehicle modificationsGovernments subpoena Apple for information all of the time, but that doesn't mean it gets handed over automatically. Apple will push back if the scope of the request is too broad or vague.In the case of the EZ Lynk lawsuit, the US Department of Justice has asked Apple and…
  - 3 days ago 16 May 26, 4:53pm -
• Apple shares closed over $300 for the first time as investors look past AI concerns
  Apple shares closed at a new record high above $300 after investors rewarded the company's stronger-than-expected earnings, surging Services revenue, and massive $100 billion buyback despite continued criticism of its delayed AI rollout.Apple Stocks appApple shares closed at a new record high of $300.23 on May 15, surpassing both the $300 mark and the company's previous closing record of $287.51 set on May 6. Earlier in 2026, investors worried about delayed Siri features, slowing hardware growth…
  - 3 days ago 16 May 26, 4:51pm -
• Gemini Intelligence announcement hopes to steal Apple's Siri thunder but falls short
  Gemini Intelligence has been announced just a month before Apple Intelligence's big moment at WWDC, but I have doubts about whether either company can deliver on its AI promises.Google's Gemini Intelligence has been announcedGoogle announced its new suite of AI features under the Gemini Intelligence banner during a streamed event on May 12, 2026. That's less than a month before Apple's WWDC 2026 event kicks off on June 8.Surely, that isn't a coincidence. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discus…
  - 4 days ago 16 May 26, 12:15am -
• Apple's treatment of AI coding apps could be shifting with Replit update
  Replit has released its first iPhone app update in four months after resolving an App Store review dispute with Apple over how AI-generated apps can be previewed and developed on iOS.Vibe coding app ReplitCEO Amjad Masad said on May 15 that Replit had "worked things out with Apple" and published its first iPhone app update in four months. The update brings Replit Agent 4 to mobile users, along with support for parallel agents, team collaboration through merge flows, and project viewing across wo…
  - 4 days ago 15 May 26, 11:26pm -
• New Apple Card promotion could net applicants free AirPods Pro 3
  Apple is reportedly preparing a major Apple Card signup push that would effectively give new customers free AirPods Pro 3, a sharp shift in strategy as Chase prepares to take over the troubled program from Goldman Sachs.Apple could essentially give away AirPods Pro 3 with new Apple Card promotionApple has largely avoided the large signup bonuses commonly used across the credit card industry. Early Apple Card marketing focused on privacy features, Daily Cash rewards, Wallet integration, spending…
  - 4 days ago 15 May 26, 10:50pm -
• AirPods Max development involved hundreds of variations over five years
  An ex-Apple designer has revealed just how long ago that the company began working on AirPods Max and the reasoning behind not having an Apple logo on the product.Apple's AirPods Max took years to developThe original AirPods came out in 2016, and AirPods Max weren't launched until 2020. So it's an easy assumption that Apple only decided to make AirPods Max once those initial tiny white earbuds had proven to be a success.Then, too, it took so long for AirPods Max to ever be updated that it had to…
  - 4 days ago 15 May 26, 10:12pm -
• iPadOS 26 review - iPad finally feels more like the computer it should be
  iPadOS 26 is the first iPad update in years that makes the device feel meaningfully closer to a real primary computer, even if it still isn't consistent enough to fully replace a Mac.iPadOS 26 reviewApple has continually enhanced the iPad's hardware, yet the software remains tethered to an iPhone-like design. The design has always imposed strict sandboxing, limits background activity, and restricted multitasking capabilities.Those choices prioritize security and efficiency but prevent apps from…
  - 4 days ago 15 May 26, 7:36pm -
• iOS 26.5 is here, iOS 27 is coming, and Android is trying to get ahead of Apple Intelligence, on the AppleInsider Podcast
  There was no sign of the improved Apple Intelligence in this week's launch of iOS 26.5, which must've been a relief to Google as it talked up its apparently new but seemingly very familiar AI features in Android.Apple's iOS 26.5 is here, but the improved Siri is notWe've long suspected that Apple will save its Apple Intelligence and especially Siri features to iOS 27, since that's shortly due to be announced at WWDC 2026. But the lack of any improvement with iOS 26.5 does mean that Apple has now…
  - 4 days ago 15 May 26, 7:19pm -
• Owning an Apple Home: implementing smart pet solutions
  Apple Home may not address pets directly, but that shouldn't mean your smart home doesn't either. Litter boxes, feeders, sensors, and more can make your fluffy loved ones part of your tech life.Owning pets means constant maintenance, but tech can help with thatMy background in the nuclear Navy means I spend a lot of time evaluating my day-to-day interactions. So, smart home or not, I tried to find the best ways to optimize everything, including pet care.That has become so much easier over the ye…
  - 4 days ago 15 May 26, 7:17pm -
• Apple's U.S. chip plan gains steam thanks to $20B TSMC investment
  As Apple seeks to re-shore more chip production, TSMC invests an additional $20 billion in its Arizona plants even while Intel allegedly ramps up test production.TSMC's Arizona campus covers about 2,000 acres. Image credit: Christopher PayneUS manufacturing of Apple processors was already increasing with Intel reportedly conducting a test run of iPhone and Mac chipsets, but now TSMC has approved $20 billion more for its Arizona Fab 21 facility. It's all because of both political pressures worldw…
  - 4 days ago 15 May 26, 6:23pm -
• Apple Silicon production testing begins at Intel with 2027 mass shipment target
  Intel and Apple chip-producing agreement has reportedly started with a test run of select older chipsets made on Intel's newest process, launching a testing roadmap extending well into 2029.Apple's budget lines need older chipsets, which is perfect fodder for IntelThe relationship between Apple and Intel goes back over 40 years. It seemed to have ended with the advent of Apple Silicon, but the political climate may have tilted things back into Intel's favor.According to a report from supply chai…
  - 4 days ago 15 May 26, 3:11pm -
• Ikea Matter-over-Thread review: Amazing smart home tech, when they work
  Ikea has an impressive new lineup of Matter-over-Thread devices works with Apple Home, but after months of testing, we think that lingering connection issues with bulbs, controls, and sensors are the main problem.Ikea Matter-over-Thread lineup review: Part of Ikea's new smart home lineup with Matter-over-ThreadUnlike Tradfri, Ikea's last smart home push, the fresh batch of smart home wares doesn't have a unifying name. Instead, it is made up of over 20 individual products.The launch made big wav…
  - 5 days ago 15 May 26, 5:32am -
• Amazon slashes $200 off 1TB M5 MacBook Pro, dropping price to $1,499
  The $200 discount applies to the M5 model with 1TB of storage, matching the lowest price on record. Plus, grab an even larger markdown on an upgraded spec.Amazon has dropped Apple's 1TB M5 MacBook Pro to $1,499 - Image credit: AppleThe $1,499.99 special is available on the 14-inch MacBook Pro with a 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU. It also has 16GB of memory and 1TB of storage, with the $200 discount available in your choice of Space Black or Silver.Buy M5/16GB/1TB MacBook Pro for $1,499.99 Continue…
  - 5 days ago 14 May 26, 11:43pm -
• OpenAI considering suing Apple because ChatGPT integrations weren't a money fountain
  OpenAI is exploring possible legal action after users did what they wanted with Apple's ChatGPT integrations and didn't sign up for enough paid accounts, instead of doing what CEO Sam Altman expected.ChatGPT can plug into Apple IntelligenceA May 14 Bloomberg report says OpenAI has enlisted outside legal counsel and discussed options that could include sending Apple a breach-of-contract notice. OpenAI reportedly expected deeper ChatGPT integration across iOS, iPadOS, and macOS to drive large subs…
  - 5 days ago 14 May 26, 11:33pm -
• How to use a spare keyboard or numpad as a macropad in macOS
  The Stream Deck is great for running macros on your Mac, but there are ways to do it significantly cheaper. Sometimes, all it takes is a spare keyboard or a secondary numpad.Epomaker EK21 works with Via for macrosIn the pursuit of productivity, users can turn to macros as a way to get things done on their Mac. By hitting specific keys or key combinations on their keyboard, using configuration software supplied by the manufacturer, tasks can be sped up.These are different from keyboard shortcuts,…
  - 1 Jul 25, 8:43am -
• How to delete an Apple Account
  If you really don't want to have an Apple Account associated with your identity, it is possible to delete it. Here's how to eliminate the Apple-centric account.Apple does allow you to delete iCloud account, and to temporarily close it too. There are a few reasons to completely delete an Apple Account, formerly Apple ID, including some that are quite sensible and plausible. For example, a person may have multiple accounts set up by accident but only wants to use one and not the other.On the other…
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