The Unofficial Apple Blog

• newGoogle Gemini Arrives on Apple CarPlay With Hands-Free AI Features
  Google has officially introduced its Gemini app to Apple CarPlay, bringing advanced artificial intelligence directly to vehicle dashboards. The worldwide rollout began on November 11, 2026, expanding how drivers interact with AI while traveling. With Gemini Live, users can hold natural conversations, manage information, and ask questions without constantly reaching for their phones. Moreover, the […]
  - 44 mins ago 14 Nov 26, 4:31pm -
• newApple AI Glasses and Camera AirPods Get New Supplier Confirmation
  Apple’s plans for artificial intelligence-powered wearables have gained fresh attention following an unusual disclosure from a Chinese supplier. The development offers new evidence that Apple is exploring smart glasses and camera-equipped AirPods. TCB Devices revealed its involvement in these projects through its third-quarter 2026 financial report. However, Apple has not officially announced either product. The […]
  - 52 mins ago 14 Nov 26, 4:23pm -
• newUnpatched iOS Security Flaw Puts iPhone App Data at Risk
  A newly disclosed iOS security vulnerability has raised concerns about the safety of personal information stored on iPhones. Cryptocurrency exchange Binance has warned that malicious applications could exploit the flaw to access data belonging to other apps. The vulnerability, called “worse_query,” reportedly affects several iOS versions, including iOS 26.7.1, 27.0.1, and 27.2. Unlike a security […]
  - 1 hour ago 14 Nov 26, 4:14pm -
• Labrinth’s New Song From MacBook Pro Event Heads to Apple Music
  British musician Labrinth is bringing his latest musical creation to Apple Music after producing it during a special Apple livestream. The project combined live songwriting, audience interaction, and Apple’s newest professional laptop technology. The recording session took place on November 4, 2026, at Apple’s Tower Theatre store in downtown Los Angeles. During the event, viewers […]
  - 1 day ago 13 Nov 26, 8:14am -
• Apple TV Adds Sign Language Support for Deaf Viewers
  Apple is expanding accessibility on Apple TV with a new sign language interpretation feature launching November 13, 2026. The update will help Deaf viewers enjoy films through American Sign Language (ASL) and British Sign Language (BSL). Initially, the feature will support two Apple Originals, Being Heumann and F1. Both titles will offer dedicated sign language […]
  - 1 day ago 13 Nov 26, 8:03am -
• Football Manager 27 Touch Joins Apple Arcade
  Apple Arcade is expanding its gaming library ahead of the holiday season. Football Manager 27 Touch launched on November 11, 2026, bringing new features to the popular soccer management series. Additionally, Apple plans to introduce four more games on December 3. The upcoming releases include familiar franchises, strategy challenges, and family-friendly adventures. Football Manager 27 […]
  - 1 day ago 13 Nov 26, 7:56am -
• Apple OLED iPad Air Expected in Early 2027 With Two Screen Sizes
  Apple reportedly plans to introduce OLED displays across its iPad Air lineup in the first half of 2027. The upgrade could bring a major visual improvement to Apple’s popular midrange tablets. According to a recent DigiTimes report, both the 11-inch and 13-inch iPad Air models will feature OLED technology. However, Apple has not officially confirmed […]
  - 3 days ago 12 Nov 26, 4:48am -
• Apple Maps May Soon Include Walking Time After Parking in ETAs
  Apple Maps may soon offer more accurate arrival estimates by considering how long drivers walk after parking their cars. The potential update could help users better plan their journeys and avoid arriving later than expected. According to information shared by PDFU on X, Apple is internally testing a feature called TimeToPark in iOS 27.3. However, […]
  - 3 days ago 12 Nov 26, 4:35am -
• Meta Muse AI Arrives on Apple Watch Amid Privacy Concerns
  Meta has expanded its Muse AI assistant to the Apple Watch, bringing artificial intelligence directly to users’ wrists. However, the launch also raises concerns about privacy, data access, and the risks of automated actions. The new companion app allows users to communicate with Muse without reaching for their iPhones. Still, questions about the assistant’s handling […]
  - 3 days ago 12 Nov 26, 4:16am -
• Apple Creator Studio Adds $49.99 AI Usage Packs for Subscribers
  Apple is introducing a new payment option for Creator Studio subscribers who need more access to artificial intelligence tools. Announced on November 9, 2026, the change allows users to purchase additional Apple Intelligence usage through a $49.99 pack. Previously, Apple offered most Apple Intelligence features without separate usage charges. However, the new option introduces paid […]
  - 4 days ago 11 Nov 26, 4:44am -

Apple Insider

• newEpic wants Apple punished for following letter but not spirit of the ruling
  By any measure, Apple is precisely complying with the ruling that the Epic vs. Apple judge put down about App Store steering and fees. In a filing to the US Supreme Court, Epic wants Apple punished for not following the spirit of the ruling, though. The next chapter of the saga begins on January 11, 2027 with oral arguments. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 15 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 2:04am -
• newAfter more than 10 years worth of folding, the iPhone Duo still works
  As it turns out, you can damage your iPhone Duo by opening and closing it too much, at least theoretically. Don't worry, you don't have that much time on your hands.CNET's Fold-a-Phone rig | Image credit: CNETThree weeks ago, CNET put the iPhone Duo on it's custom testing rig, the Fold-A-Phone. Now, after 440,300 folds, it's finally reached its breaking point.Sort of, if you're willing to define "breaking point" loosely. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 16 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 1:13am -
• newSiri AI has arrived on 2021 and newer Apple TV 4K models
  Apple has released tvOS 26.2.1, and has updated an article on its support site listing the requirements for Siri AI on the set-top box.Apple TV 4KAccording to Apple, Siri AI will be available via tvOS 27.2.1 on Apple TV 4K from the second generation onward. It also requires a paired Siri AI-enabled device nearby.While Apple rolled out the 27.2.1 updates for iOS, macOS, watchOS, and others earlier in the week, tvOS was notably absent. However, given what we've learned about Siri AI support coming…
  - 16 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 1:12am -
• new100,000 iPhone Duo apps is a start, but there's a long way to go
  Apple recently announced that over 100,000 apps have been built for the iPhone Duo, but with developers working with multiple SDKs, it could still be a long time before your favorite apps really make full use of what the first foldable iPhone has to offer.iPhone Duo has a big display, but not enough apps use itAt first blush, that 100,000 figure certainly grabs the attention, especially just a few weeks after launch. But it doesn't tell the whole story, and there's still work to be done.While Ap…
  - 17 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 12:25am -
• newDesigning HomeView was a hard but fun journey, says Apple
  Apple executives have revealed that the new HomeView is the culmination of years of design effort balancing audio, privacy, and especially Siri AI.Designing HomeView was a "hard fought, fun journey," says Apple.As the first buyers take delivery of the new HomeView, two of Apple's executives involved have been discussing the device. Speaking to TechRadar, they describe developing HomeView as a difficult but rewarding journey because of where it is meant to be used."Home life is super busy, you kn…
  - 19 hours ago 13 Nov 26, 9:52pm -
• newBest early Black Friday Mac mini, Mac Studio deals offer up to $205 off
  Early Black Friday deals knock up to $205 off Apple's 2026 Mac mini and Mac Studio, with the M6 Mac mini starting at $779.Save up to $205 on Mac desktops before Black Friday.Holiday sales are going on now at Apple resellers, discounting Apple's 2026 Mac Studio and Mac mini by as much as $205. Save $120 on Apple's standard M6 Mac mini with 16GB of RAM and 256GB of storage for $779.Buy M6 Mac mini 256GB for $779 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 21 hours ago 13 Nov 26, 8:41pm -
• newApple's canceled iOS multitasking UI lives on, with AI-enhanced emulation
  An unreleased iPhone multitasking interface, unseen for over a decade and a half, was brought back to life with the help of AI and emulation.An unreleased Expose-like multitasking design has surfaced once again, with the help of AI.Before the iPhone got the app switcher we all know and love, Apple made multitasking available through a sliding drawer that popped up at the bottom of the screen. However, the company experimented with a much more impressive design, showing open apps as on-screen car…
  - 22 hours ago 13 Nov 26, 7:26pm -
• newFirst Apple Home Collection devices can now be ordered
  Apple has opened pre-orders for three of its new smart home accessories, the LG-branded cameras that are due to ship in December.The Apple Home Collection is set to roll out December 2026Just as the first of the new HomeView and updated Apple TV 4K start to arrive for buyers, certain pre-orders have been opened for the Apple Home Collection. It's not the complete set of devices that Apple has announced, but it includes indoor and outdoor security cameras.Apple is currently listing nine smart hom…
  - 23 hours ago 13 Nov 26, 6:40pm -
• newPROLED MacBook Pros & Apple's place in the AI race on the AppleInsider Podcast
  Initial reviews and reactions around the PROLED MacBook Pros, iMac, and iPad mini are in, plus there is plenty more to discuss around living with the iPhone Duo. Your hosts cover these topics plus more on Apple AI on the AppleInsider Podcast.MacBook Pro now has a touchscreen, but it's the new tandem OLED display that is the real selling point - image credit: Apple.The touchscreen has proven to be the least interesting part of Apple's updated MacBook Pro models. They're thinner, lighter, and spor…
  - 23 hours ago 13 Nov 26, 6:32pm -
• newHow to watch 'A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving' for free this weekend
  Find something to be thankful for with the holiday classic "A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving." Here's how to watch it for free on Apple TV this weekend.Watch "A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving" free on Apple TVIt's been more than 50 years since Charlie Brown and his friends first gathered around the Thanksgiving table. In that time, they've become a part of countless yearly traditions for families across America.That's why Apple TV is giving everyone two all-access days to tune in. Anyone can watch "A Ch…
  - 23 hours ago 13 Nov 26, 5:54pm -

• newGive your child more freedom with the right iPhone and iPad guardrails
  Apple's iOS 27 parental controls help you manage your child's apps, contacts, and screen time. Here's how to get started.How to set up iOS 27 parental controls on iPhone and iPadTechnology, including iPhone and iPad, gives children opportunities to learn, create, and connect with others. Safety guidelines help them explore those possibilities while developing healthy habits.Ideally, those guidelines should reflect each child's age, development, and readiness. Younger children need closer guidanc…
  - 23 hours ago 13 Nov 26, 5:52pm -
• newFirst HomeView and Apple TV 4K pre-orders are arriving
  Apple's latest home devices have begun being delivered to customers around the world, and will now be on sale in Apple Stores.Apple's new HomeView is now available.A month after Apple announced the updated Apple TV 4K and the new HomeView, the devices are finally arriving in buyers' hands. Both devices were unveiled on October 13, and preorders started immediately.In our testing, the HomeView won't be for everyone, but it has huge potential. "It has big problems," wrote AppleInsider's Andrew O'H…
  - 24 hours ago 13 Nov 26, 5:38pm -
• newmacXenos lets you run Xbox 360 games on your Mac
  The project is an open-source Xbox 360 emulator for the Mac. The developer says that it has a "completely native Metal graphics pipeline, ported from Xenia Canary and Edge with a focus on stability, compatibility, performance and power." While it can run on a beefy Intel Mac Pro running Sequoia, you realistically need a M4 Mac or newer. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 24 hours ago 13 Nov 26, 5:18pm -
• Outlook, Teams, Copilot, and more are inaccessible for millions
  Microsoft has suffered a global outage across most of its services which has now lasted more than 17 hours, and cut off services including Microsoft Exchange.Microsoft services are down worldwide - image credit: Microsoft.In October 2026, a change in Microsoft's Exchange Web Services affected Apple Mail. But now all of Exchange has gone down, as have multiple Microsoft 365 services.According to the New York Times, the first problems were spotted at around 1:00 p.m. Eastern on Thursday, November…
  - 1 day ago 13 Nov 26, 4:49pm -
• Apple HomeView review: Shallow launch, but incredible potential
  HomeView is Apple's first attempt at a smart home display, and while the potential is there, it has a ways to go before we recommend it for everyone.Apple HomeView review: HomeView with some third party widgetsThere was no grand, on-stage introduction for HomeView. Instead, it was announced in a New York City loft, ripe with hands-on opportunities.I was surprised there wasn't more fanfare. Cue the Jobsian theatrics. It's a smart home hub. It's a smart speaker. It's a photo frame. Continue Readin…
  - 2 days ago 13 Nov 26, 2:24am -
• Apple TV 4K (2026) review: Speed, Siri, and seriously expensive
  The new Apple TV 4K has landed, and it comes paired with new audio abilities, a fancy personalized AI assistant, and an eye-watering price tag that's hard to justify.Apple TV 4K (2026) review: Apple TV 4K is a compact, hockey puck-sized streaming boxApple's fourth-generation Apple TV 4K starts shipping four years after its predecessor. Quite a gap for Apple's hobby box.As a streaming box, it already does quite a bit, and many new features can simply be delivered via software updates. Still, ther…
  - 2 days ago 13 Nov 26, 2:22am -
• Apple TV on board for new Brad Pitt film 'Connector'
  Apple TV and Brad Pitt are set to team up once again, this time to tell the story of a working-class hero.Brad Pitt returns to Apple TV in new film 'Connector'Set in 1970s New York, "Connector" revolves around a legendary ironworker who takes on forces greater than himself. The film is currently in development with no release date set.According to Deadline, "Sound of Metal" director Darius Marder and his sister, Nina Marder, penned the story. Pitt will executive produce through Plan B. Continue…
  - 2 days ago 13 Nov 26, 2:22am -
• How Apple keeps your audio & video secure and private
  If you're curious about Secure Exclaves, Apple's latest security and privacy toolset behind features like Siri Recaps, there is a new document that goes into detail. Long story short, they are what allow video and audio information to be analyzed without actually recording or saving information that is accessible by the system, the user, or anyone.https://security.apple.com/blog/secure-exclaves/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 2 days ago 13 Nov 26, 1:37am -
• 'The Dreamer' is just the first of Apple's heartstring-pullers for Christmas
  Watch the new Apple Holiday Film about a gift that helps a child rediscover his creativity, with the help of a MacBook Neo. Just in time for the holidays! Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 2 days ago 13 Nov 26, 12:46am -
• Kid Cue is the iPhone Duo's secret weapon
  While some knock the iPhone Duo for perceived camera deficiencies, the Kid Cue feature might just be a big enough hit to make it worthwhile picking up for parents of kids young and old alike.Kid Cue makes it easier to get the attention of your subjectLike many, my choice of iPhone over the last decade or so has revolved around which cameras it has. As a parent of kids born in the mid-2010s, I wanted to be able to document everything in crystal-clear photos and videos.The reality is that, despite…
  - 2 days ago 13 Nov 26, 12:25am -
• Donald Trump wants Tim Cook to be the next Nvidia CEO
  President Trump has weighed in on who he thinks Nvidia's next CEO should be, and he's picked another great big tech to do the job — Tim Cook.Tim Cook and Donald Trump in a meeting at the White House in 2018The news broke early on Thursday morning about Jensen Huang's exit from Nvidia. Whether he was told to quit or be fired, or if he made the decision himself may never be known.Just the same, President Trump has chimed in on who he thinks should be Nvidia's next CEO. On a post on Truth, he has…
  - 2 days ago 12 Nov 26, 11:45pm -
• Nvidia only the latest to look towards Apple for salvation
  Whether you're in processors, entertainment, or cars, if your firm is tanking, all you'll hear is that Apple should step in, either with employees or a straight buyout offer. Even though it never does.Jensen Huang is out as Nvidia CEO and immediately analysts are saying Apple staffers should replace him. Just as they keep saying Apple should buy Disney. Images credit: Huang (Nvidia), Disneyworld (Disney).There was about a day between Nvidia's board meeting to oust CEO Jensen Huang and his resign…
  - 2 days ago 12 Nov 26, 11:28pm -
• New AAPL $425 target bets big on unproven iPhone Duo supercycle
  China Renaissance has raised its Apple price target by over 50% to $425, betting that the iPhone Duo will spark a major upgrade cycle despite limited evidence that early demand will translate into sustained sales.iPhone DuoThe Chinese financial services firm upgraded Apple from Hold to Buy on November 11, reversing a downgrade issued just 99 days earlier. China Renaissance previously cited rising component costs and slowing services growth as reasons for its more cautious outlook.Analysts Jack Z…
  - 2 days ago 12 Nov 26, 10:53pm -
• UFC coverage comes to Apple Sports app
  The Apple Sports app was updated earlier on Thursday, with one major addition and three smaller ones. Soccer leagues from China, Russia, and Sweden were added, but perhaps more importantly to US audiences, UFC content was added. It's as in-depth as the other sports, with almost real-time updates of hit locations, and more.https://apps.apple.com/us/app/apple-sports/id6446788829 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 2 days ago 12 Nov 26, 10:29pm -
• Elizabeth Banks and Ted Danson team up for Apple TV's 'She's Fine'
  A brand new comedy series starring Elizabeth Banks is set to land on Apple TV on January 27, showing just how crazy life can get after divorce.Image credit: Apple"She's Fine" follows Heidi (Banks), a recent divorcee, as she starts over for herself and her kids. Things go awry when she finds herself coordinating her father's retirement community sexcapades and forges an uneasy alliance with his girlfriend's single son.The ensemble cast also features Rob Delaney, Ted Danson, Katey Sagal, Jared Gol…
  - 2 days ago 12 Nov 26, 9:40pm -
• Mac malware doesn't need a security flaw when users do the work
  Bitdefender's latest Mac threat report shows adware gaining ground as attackers increasingly use browser scams to trick users into bypassing Apple's security protections.MacBook Air M5Bitdefender's September 2026 macOS Threat Landscape Report analyzes more than 1.5 billion security events collected between August 2025 and July 2026. Excluding web and document threats, adware rose from 22.6% of detections in the previous report to 34.4%.Trojans remained the largest category at 45.2%, down from 51…
  - 2 days ago 12 Nov 26, 9:27pm -
• Google's AI smart glasses work with iPhone, preorders are live
  As rumors of Apple Glass smart glasses persist, preorders are now live for Google's iPhone-supporting Intelligent Eyewear collection, with prices starting at around the same price as an Apple Watch.Google's first AI glasses are here - Image: GoogleThe new collaboration includes two glasses companies and a long-time Android partner, all working together to produce multiple pairs of AI smart glasses. The companies involved in the Intelligent Eyewear project include:GoogleSamsungWarby ParkerGentle…
  - 2 days ago 12 Nov 26, 8:46pm -
• Roku bails out of Smart Home market after four years
  In recent years, it's been hard to crack the smart home market, and Roku is just the latest casualty. While the products weren't fantastic, they were functional. Roku promises to continue support, but we've heard that before.https://www.lowpass.cc/p/scoop-roku-is-exiting-the-smart-home-business Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 2 days ago 12 Nov 26, 8:45pm -
• Apple Home Collection cameras can be ordered starting Friday
  The first batch of the Apple Home Collection peripherals can be ordered on November 13, but if you want a thermostat, you're going to need to wait a bit longer.The LG Indoor CamThe LG Indoor Cam ($199.95), LG Outdoor Cam ($299.95), and LG Video Doorbell ($249.95) are available to order beginning Friday, November 13 with availability in December. That lines up with the launch of HomeView, Apple's new smart home display.The LG Indoor Cam has a motorized cylindrical lens that protects privacy by ti…
  - 2 days ago 12 Nov 26, 8:10pm -
• Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigns in disgrace
  Ahead of Nvidia's board of directors voting to remove him from office, and in the wake of controversy, CEO and founder Jensen Huang has announced his resignation.Jensen Huang speaking at an Nvidia event in October 2026 - image credit: Nvidia.Nvidia's board had continued to back Huang after the initial news of his affair with a suspected Chinese spy. But that changed after a second affair was revealed, and after the firm's market valuation dropped by over $800 billion.The board then held a meetin…
  - 2 days ago 12 Nov 26, 8:01pm -
• Save up to 65% on eero routers, Ring doorbells, Amazon Fire TV ahead of Black Friday
  Amazon's early Black Friday sale sees price cuts across its line of eero routers, Ring doorbells, Fire TVs, and more.Save up to 65% on Amazon devices ahead of Black Friday. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 2 days ago 12 Nov 26, 7:54pm -
• Apple Silicon chief Johny Srouji could take over Nvidia as its new CEO
  As Nvidia seemingly looks to oust CEO Jensen Huang, one of the people said to be a potential replacement is Johny Srouji, the key figure behind Apple's move from Intel to Apple Silicon.Johny Srouji has been key to the development of Apple SiliconNvidia's board was already reported to be aiming to oust its CEO Jensen Huang, following further controversy over his affair with an alleged Chinese spy. According to Semafor, while an interim CEO may be promoted from within, the board is also considerin…
  - 2 days ago 12 Nov 26, 6:56pm -
• Walmart's Black Friday Beats deal drops Solo 4 headphones to just $69
  Beats Solo 4 headphones are down to $69 at Walmart, a $130.99 drop from the $199.99 list price, as Walmart's Black Friday sales begin.Grab Beats Solo 4 headphones for just $69 - Image credit: AppleWalmart's Black Friday deals start early, with Beats Solo 4 headphones marked down to just $69 in your choice of Gray or Sandstone. This delivers the lowest price we've seen on the on-ear Bluetooth headphones.Buy Beats Solo 4 for $69 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 2 days ago 12 Nov 26, 6:22pm -
• Hackintosh may be lurching back to life with Stela
  The new Stela project is trying to build an Apple Silicon layer for x86-64 PCs. At its core, Stela uses UEFI with an arm64-to-x86-64 translator, a Metal driver for NVIDIA GPUs and more. It's very early in the project and very, very slow, but still, macOS and most apps start.https://github.com/tylertms/Stela Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 2 days ago 12 Nov 26, 5:57pm -
• Channel flipping: Alternative Plex clients for tvOS, iOS, macOS
  If you have a Plex server, you don't have to be tied to using a Plex client with it. Try these alternatives to improve your content viewing experience.Plex logoFor anyone wanting to have a NAS or a home server that they can stream their collection of movies and TV shows from whenever they want, Plex is still one of the heavyweight options. It may not necessarily be the best or the most efficient, but it's one of the more prevalent options out there.That is, unless you're prepared to set up somet…
  - 2 days ago 12 Nov 26, 9:25am -
• Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang expected to be ousted
  After a second extramarital affair was uncovered, Nvidia's board is reportedly preparing to oust CEO Jensen Huang. Details of when and who might replace him aren't available.Nvidia's CEO could be oustedEven as Apple faces increased scrutiny around its approach to AI, there are real problems brewing in the outer AI industry. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang admitted to an affair with someone accused of being a Chinese spy.According to a report from the Wall Street Journal, a second extramarital affair com…
  - 3 days ago 12 Nov 26, 4:22am -
• Apple employee charged with murder following fatal accident near Apple Park
  After an accident near the Apple Park Visitor Center, which resulted in the death of a toddler, an Apple employee was arrested and subsequently charged with murder.An accident occurred near the Apple Park Visitor Center on Friday.On Friday, Apple employee Eric Chen Su reportedly drove at around 100 miles per hour as he crashed into a vehicle stopped in front of him. While Su sustained light injuries, the occupants of the vehicle he struck, a two-year-old and her babysitter, were rushed to a near…
  - 3 days ago 12 Nov 26, 3:53am -
• Set polls & emoji effects with the latest Apple Invites update
  Apple Invites users now have the ability to poll guests on potential activities, food options, or whatever is needed. Plus, there's a new emoji effect that causes the icons to float across an invite to match an event theme. The latest update is out now in the App Store.https://apps.apple.com/us/app/apple-invites/id6472498645 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 3 days ago 12 Nov 26, 2:47am -
• You can now talk to Gemini right from Apple CarPlay
  Drivers can now ask Gemini to catch them up on unread emails or tell them when their next appointment starts.Gemini debuts on CarPlayOn Wednesday, Google announced the rollout of Gemini to Apple CarPlay. And with Gemini Live, drivers can have back-and-forth conversations with Gemini while driving.Drivers can tap the Gemini icon on the CarPlay display or side rail to start or resume a conversation. During a chat, they can interrupt Gemini, change the subject, or pause the conversation. Continue R…
  - 3 days ago 12 Nov 26, 12:00am -
• Apple Support Communities were sound and fury, but sometimes so useful
  Maybe you used them to sound off, maybe you relied on fellow users to solve problems, and maybe, just maybe, Apple would answer questions on its support community forum. But no more.You'll still be able to find answers as Apple Support Community's forums will remain searchable. But there's no more asking questions or connecting with other users - image credit: Apple.Apple is shutting down its Apple Support Communities forum and for all that they could be frustrating, they will be missed. At leas…
  - 3 days ago 11 Nov 26, 9:09pm -
• Apple supplier confirms involvement in Apple AI glasses, AirPods with cameras
  Apple's long-rumored smart glasses and AirPods with cameras are still on the way, according to one Chinese supplier's earnings report.Apple wants thin and light smart glasses.While companies tend to avoid spoiling future product plans when discussing their quarterly results, not everyone goes to the lengths Apple does for corporate secrecy. For one firm in China, the opposite seems to be the case.The filing by TCB Devices for its Q3 2026 financial results, as covered by iFeng, is fairly straight…
  - 3 days ago 11 Nov 26, 8:32pm -
• Amazon launches early Black Friday AirTag deal, 4-pack plunges to $69
  Amazon has dropped AirTag prices leading up to Black Friday, with the 4-pack plunging to $69.99 after a $29.01 discount.AirTags are at a record-low price ahead of Black Friday.Amazon's AirTag sale drops the 4-pack to $69.99, matching the record-low price, and reflecting a 29% discount off the $99 MSRP.Buy AirTag 4-pack for $69.99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 3 days ago 11 Nov 26, 8:02pm -
• Malcolm's 'Character Limit' is on the App Store!
  Malcolm spent the better part of 2026 documenting the creation of his "Character Limit" game, and now it's expanded past Steam. You can now test your linguistic prowess under pressure while on the move, all from an iPhone or iPad. He'll be talking about getting it on the App Store, and the road blocks he hit, before the end of the year.https://apps.apple.com/us/app/character-limit/id6760327031 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 3 days ago 11 Nov 26, 7:35pm -
• Unpatched exploit allows malicious iOS apps to steal data
  Crypto exchange Binance is warning iPhone users of a security vulnerability in iOS that could allow a malicious app to steal data from other apps on the device.The exploit can allow malicious apps to get data used by othersFinance apps have a big interest in maintaining security, especially when it comes to their own apps. Sometimes that protectiveness results in a warning that affects the operating system itself.In a post to X on November 10, crypto app Binance warns of a vulnerability that aff…
  - 3 days ago 11 Nov 26, 6:55pm -
• iPhone Duo photography overview: Great cameras that suffer in extreme low light
  If you're holding off on an iPhone Duo solely because of camera concerns, you probably don't need to, but you will miss the advantages offered by pro iPhones.iPhone Duo has a capable camera systemI've spent the past few weeks thinking hard about my place as a photographer and my iPhone's position in it. There is no doubt that Apple's iPhone has been a camera powerhouse for over a decade, but I'm increasingly aware of how few "pro" features I actually need.I never needed to confront this reality…
  - 3 days ago 11 Nov 26, 6:35pm -
• Thai politicians question Apple over iPhone spyware alerts
  Following Apple's issuing of spyware alerts to politicians' iPhones in the country, officials in Thailand have met with the company as they aim to strengthen security.Malware illustration — image credit: AppleInsiderThese spyware alerts were sent on October 29, 2026, at around the same time the same warnings were sent to officials in Germany. Those warnings also followed a wave of spyware activity in August 2026, that saw Apple alerting people in 110 countries.Now according to Bloomberg, Apple…
  - 3 days ago 11 Nov 26, 5:54pm -
• From Mac Portable to PROLED MacBook Pro: 35 years of mobile Macs
  Apple's road to its iconic MacBook was bumpy, and saw oversized portables, colorful clamshells, keyboard issues, and spanned three entirely different chip architectures. Here's a snapshot of 35 years of true Apple portables.MacBook HistoryApple's no slouch when it comes to giving its customers choices. Currently, Apple sells the Mac mini, Mac Studio, iMac, MacBook Neo, MacBook Air, and MacBook Pro.Depending on when you got into Macs, your iconic machine is either Jobs' original vision, the iMac…
  - 3 days ago 11 Nov 26, 5:45pm -
• 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…
  - 96 days ago 11 Aug 26, 5:12am -
• How to use Playlist Playground to build Apple Music playlists in seconds
  Apple Music's Playlist Playground feature is a prompt-driven playlist builder that's fast and surprisingly useful, even if it won't replace a carefully curated mix. Here's how to start playing, and how well it works.Apple Music's new Playlist PlaygroundApple added Playlist Playground to Apple Music on March 24 with iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4. It lets users build playlists by describing what they want instead of adding songs one by one.Building playlists in Apple Music takes time, especially when y…
  - 14 Jul 26, 8:31am -
• Anker Solix E10 review: Whole home battery backups finally come within reach
  The Anker Solix E10 whole-home battery backup system is a modular setup that can keep your home powered and save you money with multiple forms of power input.Anker Solix E10 review: The E10 Power Module connected to the Power Dock.In rural Ohio, my partner and I have struggled with power outages since we bought our house. The first weekend we moved in, we were hit with a power outage, and as we walked outside, we heard all of our neighbors turning on loud, gas-powered generators.We knew this was…
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