The Unofficial Apple Blog

• newApple Releases Third Developer Betas for iOS 27 and macOS 27
  Apple has released the third developer betas for its next-generation operating systems, including iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, watchOS 27, tvOS 27, and visionOS 27. The update continues the company’s testing cycle as it prepares the software for public release later this year. The latest beta follows the second developer release, which arrived in […]The post Apple Releases Third Developer Betas for iOS 27 and macOS 27 appeared first on TUAW.
  - 14 hours ago 7 Jul 26, 7:58am -
• newiPhone 17 Pro Max Chosen for America’s 250-Year Time Capsule
  America’s official 250th anniversary time capsule now contains one of today’s most recognizable technologies: the iPhone 17 Pro Max. Organizers selected Apple’s flagship smartphone as a symbol of American innovation and included it alongside historical records, cultural artifacts, and contributions from every U.S. state and territory. The capsule will remain sealed until 2276, when the […]The post iPhone 17 Pro Max Chosen for America’s 250-Year Time Capsule appeared first on TUAW.
  - 15 hours ago 7 Jul 26, 7:41am -
• newApple Restores Card Payments for Indian App Store Users
  Apple is preparing to restore credit and debit card payments for App Store and iCloud subscriptions in India after nearly four years. The company has reportedly begun testing the feature with a limited group of users and could expand access across the country in the coming months. The change marks a major shift in Apple’s […]The post Apple Restores Card Payments for Indian App Store Users appeared first on TUAW.
  - 17 hours ago 7 Jul 26, 5:35am -
• iPhone 17 Pro Max Sealed in Time Capsule Until 2276
  An iPhone 17 Pro Max is set to become a message from the present to future generations. In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, organizers have buried a massive time capsule containing items from all 50 states, including a Cosmic Orange version of Apple’s latest flagship smartphone. The capsule will remain sealed until 2276, when the […]The post iPhone 17 Pro Max Sealed in Time Capsule Until 2276 appeared first on TUAW.
  - 2 days ago 6 Jul 26, 6:06am -
• PulseKit Turns Your iPhone Into a Personal Analytics Dashboard
  Keeping track of app downloads, website traffic, and subscription numbers often means jumping between multiple platforms. A new app called PulseKit aims to simplify that process by bringing key metrics into one dashboard on Apple devices. The app allows users to monitor important analytics without writing code or setting up complicated integrations. Instead, data appears […]The post PulseKit Turns Your iPhone Into a Personal Analytics Dashboard appeared first on TUAW.
  - 2 days ago 6 Jul 26, 1:23am -
• iPhone Fold May Debut in September but Arrive Months Later
  Apple’s long-rumored foldable iPhone may finally make its debut this year. However, customers eager to buy the device might face a long wait after its official announcement. According to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple could unveil the iPhone Fold in September alongside the iPhone 18 lineup but postpone widespread availability due to limited supply. The situation […]The post iPhone Fold May Debut in September but Arrive Months Later appeared first on TUAW.
  - 2 days ago 6 Jul 26, 1:05am -

Apple Insider

• newiPhone 18 Pro's camera bump could be a little bit thicker
  The iPhone 18 Pro will probably be a little bit thicker than the iPhone 17 Pro, thanks to a more generous camera plateau this time around.iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max were 8.75mm thick. The iPhone 18 versions could be a lot thicker. The September introduction of the iPhone 18 Pro should introduce a smartphone with a very familiar design. However, a close examination may reveal a considerable difference in thickness for 2026.According to a July 7 post from Fixed Focus Digital on Weibo, Apple's iPhon…
  - 1 hour ago 7 Jul 26, 9:11pm -
• newHigher memory prices squeeze China's smartphone market despite Apple's discounts
  Rising memory prices forcing vendor price increases dragged China's smartphone sales down 13% during the annual 618 shopping festival, despite Apple's aggressive iPhone promotions.iPhone 17 ProThe annual 618 shopping festival, centered on June 18, is one of China's biggest retail events and a key sales period for smartphone makers. Counterpoint Research said higher memory costs left manufacturers with less room to offer deep discounts during the shopping event.Apple outperformed most major smart…
  - 2 hours ago 7 Jul 26, 8:24pm -
• newNo sweat: Most claims stricken in AirPods Max condensation lawsuit
  An attempted class action lawsuit alleging that sweat condensation is killing AirPods Max prematurely has seen most of its claims thrown out by a judge.An AirPods Max earcup. Condensation not included. The AirPods Max have been the subject of complaints about condensation buildup, even if that hasn't really translated into significant repairs. That hasn't stopped one lawsuit from taking Apple on, though a judge has seemingly taken the bite out of the legal challenge.Stemming from a 2025 lawsuit,…
  - 2 hours ago 7 Jul 26, 8:02pm -
• newEveryone should have a trustworthy VPN & at $2.99 per month, Proton is a great choice
  Stay safe online, encrypt your traffic, and catch every World Cup match like you're a local with Proton VPN. It's available at a heavy discount for a limited time starting at $2.99 per month with a 24-month commitment.Save up to 70 percent on Proton VPN plans during World Cup Sale - Image credit: ProtonNo one should be without a VPN in 2026, and Proton's is one of the best VPN options out there. Whether you're keeping your traffic safe from prying eyes or trying to catch the latest anime on Netf…
  - 3 hours ago 7 Jul 26, 7:18pm -
• newBullish JP Morgan bumps AAPL price target to $345
  JP Morgan increased the price target for Apple's stock to $345, insisting that the RAM-driven hardware cost increases won't impact long-term revenue gains.Sales will continue fine for premium products like the Mac Studio, JP Morgan reckons. Late in June, Apple finally gave in and raised the price of many products, in the face of the global memory crisis. In the view of JP Morgan, it's not that big an issue for the company.In a note to investors seen by AppleInsider on Tuesday, JP Morgan has incr…
  - 4 hours ago 7 Jul 26, 5:53pm -
• newTerramaster F4-425 Pro review: Excellent set-and-forget networking hardware
  The TerraMaster F4-425 Pro is a compact four-bay NAS that punches above its price class, with an eight-core Intel chip, three M.2 slots, and dual 5GbE networking, at the cost of a few real but manageable caveats.TerraMaster F4-425 Pro reviewNAS devices have evolved well beyond simple network drives. They now run media servers, security camera systems, and containerized apps, all from one box on the home or office network.TerraMaster pitches the F4-425 Pro squarely at that all-in-one role. It pai…
  - 5 hours ago 7 Jul 26, 5:24pm -
• newiPhone Air 2 battery expected to hit 30 hours of use from a single charge
  The iPhone Air 2 is rumored to last longer than the original thanks to a much larger battery, fixing one of the biggest flaws of the super-thin smartphone.The current-gen iPhone AirThe iPhone Air was a device of compromise, with its thin frame made possible by some size-cutting specification choices. For the second-gen model, Apple is apparently seeking to right one of the perceived wrongs.According to Weibo leaker Digital Chat Station on July 7, citing the supply chain, the iPhone Air 2 will ha…
  - 5 hours ago 7 Jul 26, 4:51pm -
• newApple Home AI features locked behind 2TB iCloud+ plan
  Whether you subscribe to the 2TB iCloud+ tier individually or pay for Apple One Premier, you're getting the new Apple Intelligence in Apple Home features announced during WWDC 2026.Apple Home AI updates are behind an iCloud+ subscription tierApple didn't break out exactly what customers might have to pay in order to access its most advanced AI features. While there aren't any separate AI subscriptions or token purchase programs, users will need to spend more cash for the most access.In the macOS…
  - 19 hours ago 7 Jul 26, 3:04am -
• newApple is warning when your AI prompts go to Google's servers, just like with ChatGPT
  Image generation features found in Apple Creator Studio rely on Google Cloud servers, but users will be warned before prompts are sent to the third-party AI tool.Apple warns users before sending prompts to Google CloudApple Intelligence is powered by Apple Foundation Models found on your iPhone and in Apple's Private Cloud Compute servers. Those are distinct features and models from the integrations that utilize third-party AI tools like Google Cloud and ChatGPT.After updating to the latest Appl…
  - 20 hours ago 7 Jul 26, 2:35am -
• newwatchOS 27 beta 3 brings Siri AI to the Apple Watch
  Apple Watch owners can now finally use the new-and-improved Siri AI, thanks to watchOS 27 beta 3.watchOS 27 beta 3 introduces a dedicated Siri app.At WWDC 2026, Apple's virtual assistant received a long-overdue upgrade. Siri AI, available on iOS 27 beta, supports contextual awareness and understands natural language, effectively making it an Apple-designed chatbot.Initially, Siri AI was made available to developers with an iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple Vision Pro. With Monday's watchOS 27 develope…
  - 21 hours ago 7 Jul 26, 1:27am -

• newB&H is blowing out M4 Pro MacBook Pro inventory at $1,799
  B&H is clearing out M4 Pro MacBook Pro inventory, offering discounts of up to $500 off and prices as low as $1,799. But inventory is limited, and the deals may sell out quickly.Save up to $500 on blowout 14-inch MacBook Pro laptops - Image credit: AppleKicking off the sale is Apple's last-gen M4 Pro 14-inch laptop that's marked down to $1,799. This configuration in Apple's silver finish has a 12-core CPU and 16-core GPU, along with 24GB of unified memory and 512GB of storage.Buy M4 Pro MacBook P…
  - 21 hours ago 7 Jul 26, 12:48am -
• newNew in iOS 27 beta 3: Siri AI voice customization options
  The third developer beta of iOS 27 is here, with added customization options for Siri AI, visual tweaks, and more. Here's what's new.iOS 27 beta 3 delivers new customization options for Siri AI.On Monday, two weeks after the arrival of iOS 27 beta 2, Apple made the third developer beta available for download. While iOS 27 beta 1 delivered the long-overdue Siri AI, the second beta included enhancements for the Apple Home and Apple Wallet apps.Notably, for most, the entire Siri AI model needs to b…
  - 22 hours ago 7 Jul 26, 12:12am -
• newApple rolls out the third iOS 27, macOS 27 developer betas
  Apple has now moved to the third round for the developer betas of iOS 27, macOS 27, and others of the 27 generation. Expect more to come before the eventual fall releases.An earlier iOS 27 beta screenThe developer beta program for the 27-gen operating systems is continuing with its third round of builds. All to make sure that the versions that ship in the fall are in top working order for the general public.The third developer builds arrive after the second, which arrived on June 22 for most of…
  - 23 hours ago 6 Jul 26, 11:15pm -
• newFourth developer betas of iOS 26.6, macOS 26.6 land for testing
  Apple's beta program for its 26-gen operating systems continues, with the fourth developer builds of iOS 26.6 and others now available for testing.Apple's hardware that works with the 26-generation operating systems - Image Credit: AppleWhile the main attention is on the 27-generation, Apple is still making changes to its current-gen operating systems.The fourth developer betas landed after the third, which landed on June 29. The second was distributed on June 15, and the first round came out on…
  - 23 hours ago 6 Jul 26, 11:06pm -
• newiPhone 17 Pro Max will represent America's present, in 250 years
  An iPhone 17 Pro Max will represent American innovation in the nation's official time capsule, joining a collection that reflects how the United States chose to remember itself in 2026.America 250America250 has sealed the nation's official time capsule with an iPhone 17 Pro Max inside. The capsule preserves a snapshot of the United States that won't be reopened until 2276.The collection will be buried on July 4 at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia as part of the country's 250…
  - 24 hours ago 6 Jul 26, 10:39pm -
• Apple Watch Ultra 3 drops to $699 with $100 Amazon discount
  Amazon has knocked $100 off the Apple Watch Ultra 3, dropping Apple's premium smartwatch to $699.99 for a limited time.Save $100 on the Apple Watch Ultra 3 at Amazon - Image credit: AppleAmazon has cut the price of the Apple Watch Ultra 3 to $699.99, delivering a solid $100 discount on Apple's premium smartwatch. While we've seen the wearable dip to as low as $649 this year, today's offer remains one of the best widely available deals on the current-generation model.Buy Apple Watch Ultra 3 for $…
  - 1 day ago 6 Jul 26, 8:07pm -
• iPhone 18 Pro Max may get significantly longer battery life after all
  Despite previous reports saying the iPhone 18 Pro range will see only fractional improvements to battery life, a cautious leaker now claims that might not be the case with the iPhone 18 Pro Max.The current iPhone 17 Pro MaxModelUSChina Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 1 day ago 6 Jul 26, 7:57pm -
• Apple & Broadcom renew partnership through 2031
  Apple has extended its long-time supplier agreement with Broadcom, ensuring Apple gets a steady flow of custom chips until 2031.Broadcom offices - Image Credit: BroadcomApple has used Broadcom as a supplier for its iPhone and other hardware for quite some time. However, as threats like the global memory crisis demonstrate, supply chains often aren't as stable as they could be.On July 6, Broadcom confirmed to Reuters that it had agreed to an extension of its partnership with Apple. The deal means…
  - 1 day ago 6 Jul 26, 7:45pm -
• Four years later, Apple bends to India's demands over card payments
  App Store and iCloud users in India should soon be able to subscribe using credit or debit cards again, as Apple tries to smooth the way to launching Apple Pay.Dierdre O'Brien and Tim Cook open Apple BKC, the first Apple Store in India (Source: Apple)Starting in June 2022, India introduced extra banking laws regarding any online recurring payments, such as subscriptions, and Apple ceased accepting any debit or credit cards in the country. The company said at the time only that it was because of…
  - 1 day ago 6 Jul 26, 6:18pm -
• Plex's $249.99 five-year pass arrives after $749.99 Lifetime Pass price hike
  Shortly after increasing the lifetime version of the Plex Plan to $749.99, Plex has now introduced a new subscription, charging $249.99 for five years of streaming media from your Mac to your iPhone.Plex logoOn July 1, Plex significantly increased the cost of its Lifetime Plex Plan from $249.99 to a staggering $749.99. While consumers will have missed the boat to get the old pricing, they can still spend $249.99 on something that's not quite as everlasting.Subscribers can sign up for a new five-…
  - 1 day ago 6 Jul 26, 6:18pm -
• Siri AI is finally good, and Apple is going to win the AI wars
  Apple is doing it again, it is coming late to the party. But it will eventually dominate AI because of how it thinks about users and about use cases where rivals consider only technical issues.Hopefully this is just a beta issue, but this Siri AI error comes up a lot.Even when testing the betas of Siri AI on the same or similar devices, everyone at AppleInsider is having different experiences. For instance, I found that in the first developer beta on both the Mac and the iPhone, Siri AI could be…
  - 1 day ago 6 Jul 26, 6:12pm -
• Sunday Reboot: Stats, iPhones, and AI devices are still a threat
  In this week's "Sunday Reboot," scientists somehow say iPhones lowered birthrates, and Musk's AI prototype story shows that specialist hardware is coming, even if we don't necessarily want it.Elon Musk denies there's an xAI AI device being prototyped - Image Credit: TeslaSunday Reboot is a weekly column covering some of the lighter stories within the Apple reality distortion field from the past seven days. All to get the next week underway with a good first step. Continue Reading on AppleInsider…
  - 2 days ago 6 Jul 26, 1:32am -
• Folding iPhone may launch in September, good luck getting it before 2027
  Apple may be pulling an iPhone X for the iPhone Fold, by launching it in September but actually selling it months later.What the iPhone Fold could look like - Image Credit: AppleInsiderApple is widely expected to launch the iPhone Fold this fall, alongside the iPhone 18 Pro. However, the schedule of when it goes on sale could be completely different.According to a Sunday X post by TF Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the supply chain indicates there may not be enough inventory for the iPhone Fold…
  - 2 days ago 5 Jul 26, 8:34pm -
• Three changes Apple could do to make iPhone Air 2 a hit
  With iPhone Air 2 rumored to be less than a year away, Apple could turn to better cooling or more cameras to make the ultra-thin phone even more popular than the original. Here's what's been rumored, and some other possibilities.iPhone Air is a great phone, but the second-generation could be even betterDespite what some vocal online detractors say, iPhone Air has its fans. I'm certainly counted among them.Early reports said Apple's thinnest phone was a "failure" and that the second-generation wa…
  - 4 days ago 4 Jul 26, 12:44am -
• Leaker Jon Prosser denies Apple's charges, rolls co-defendant under the bus
  Jon Prosser has formally responded to Apple's lawsuit over alleged iOS leaks, claiming that he is entirely innocent and that colleague Michael Ramacciotti is solely responsible for any alleged trade secret theft.Jon Prosser in a still from one of his Front Page Tech videos — image credit: ProsserApple's now year-long case against Prosser had initially seen the YouTuber repeatedly ignoring court deadlines. He began responding in April 2026, and his lawyers have now formally filed his rebuttal t…
  - 4 days ago 3 Jul 26, 11:17pm -
• AirPods with cameras show up in iOS 27 beta code
  Code in the latest iOS 27 developer beta describes handling images from a pair of cameras, and hints that these are surely the expected AirPods with cameras.The current AirPods Pro in their charging case.AirPods with cameras may have long been expected, but the most recent leak claimed that Apple has "suspended" the whole project. Whether it has or not, the device got far enough that there are references to it in the latest iOS 27 developer beta./System/Library/AssetsV2/com_apple_MobileAsset_UAF…
  - 4 days ago 3 Jul 26, 9:58pm -
• Best 4th of July Apple deals: $89 AirTags, iPads up to $400 off, Macs up to $650 off
  Take advantage of holiday savings in the U.S. on AirTags, MacBooks, iPads, and more. Many of these 4th of July deals could sell out after Apple's recent price hikes.Save up to $650 on Apple products for 4th of July.Holiday deals are in effect in the U.S. and Apple products are now up to $650 off. Highlights can be found below, with even more discounts in our Apple Price Guides.Shop Apple 4th of July deals Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 4 days ago 3 Jul 26, 9:12pm -
• iPhone 18 Pro leaks, AirDrop security concerns, and increased iPhone Fold orders, on the AppleInsider Podcast
  New leaks about the iPhone 18 Pro seem to be annoying Apple, while the guessing game continues over whether the iPhone Fold is coming in September, plus why we should not believe that the iPhone is the end of civilization, on the AppleInsider Podcast.Mockup of how the cameras may look on the expected iPhone Fold - image credit: AppleInsiderAmong the more than 630GB of data taken from a Tata iPhone plant in India this week, were documents concerning plans for the iPhone 18 Pro. They included how…
  - 4 days ago 3 Jul 26, 7:48pm -
• Apple Watch Series 12 may get new health sensor in its band
  A leaker with a reasonable track record, except regarding the Apple Watch, claims that the Apple Watch Series 12 will feature a new health sensor, but only in its fluoroelastomer band.Apple Watch with the basic band - image credit: AppleApple Watch already tracks a huge number of different health metrics, but Apple has regularly been rumored to add even more sensors via a watch band. According to leaker Kosutami, the company is finally going to do it, although with one significant catch.[Censo-W…
  - 4 days ago 3 Jul 26, 5:23pm -
• AirPods with Cameras won't be coming any time soon after all
  A leaker with a fair but short track record, claims that Apple has suspended work on the expected AirPods with cameras.Apple's current AirPods ProBack in February 2026, leaker Kosutami claimed that AirPods with cameras were coming, and that they would stay the same price as current models. Now the same leaker is back saying that Apple has suspended the whole idea.That's literally all this routinely brief leaker says. Reposting a previous claim about the device from June 2026 that said just "case…
  - 4 days ago 3 Jul 26, 4:33pm -
• Grab OWC Thunderbolt docks, cables, enclosures from just $19.99 with exclusive deals
  Exclusive 4th of July deals are in effect at OWC, dropping prices for enclosures, docks, and Thunderbolt 5 cables to as low as $19.99.Save on OWC Thunderbolt 5 docks, cables, enclosures - Image credit: OWCThe sale includes a variety of accessories for your Mac or iPad, with OWC's 11-Port Thunderbolt 5 Dock especially enticing at $229.99 after a $69 discount.You can also pick up a Thunderbolt 5 cable for $19.99 and a ThunderBay 4 Enclosure for $309.99. The four-bay Thunderbolt (40Gb/s) external s…
  - 4 days ago 3 Jul 26, 2:46pm -
• Apple says public YouTube videos can be used in AI lawsuit defense
  Apple is asking a federal court to dismiss the YouTuber AI training lawsuit, on the grounds that publicly available YouTube videos are lawfully accessible under both the DMCA and YouTube's Terms of Service.Apple seeks dismissal of YouTube AI training lawsuitIn April 2026, a collection of YouTube channels sued Apple, claiming the company had scraped videos from YouTube to train internal AI models.The class-action lawsuit was headed up by Ted Entertainment, owners of the h3h3Productions channels…
  - 5 days ago 3 Jul 26, 8:53am -
• 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…
  - 5 days ago 3 Jul 26, 5:50am -
• What to expect from Apple's Q3 2026 results on July 30
  Apple has confirmed that its financials for the third quarter of 2026 will be reported on July 30. It certainly will be an event with a lot of talking points from the quarter, and it might be the last one with Tim Cook in attendance.The Q3 results will be Cook's last as CEOEvery three months, Apple issues a quarterly report revealing how well it's performed during the period. The third quarter results arrive at the end of July.In a notification to investors and analysts, Apple states that it wil…
  - 5 days ago 3 Jul 26, 3:47am -
• iPhone 18 Pro rumor recycles claims of slower SSD on high capacity models
  A new rumor claims that some iPhone 18 Pro models will use slower QLC NAND storage, mimicking a similar 2024 iPhone 16 Pro report. It makes more sense now than it did then, but doesn't matter much in practical usage.The 1TB and 2TB iPhone 18 Pro may not have the same type of storage as lower-capacity models. This latest report suggests that Apple will use the faster TLC storage for the iPhones that people are most likely to buy. But those choosing the larger 1TB and 2TB capacities may be left wi…
  - 5 days ago 2 Jul 26, 10:00pm -
• New 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…
  - 5 days ago 2 Jul 26, 6:32pm -
• Gorgeous 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…
  - 5 days ago 2 Jul 26, 5:44pm -
• Confident 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…
  - 5 days ago 2 Jul 26, 5:03pm -
• Steve 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…
  - 6 days ago 2 Jul 26, 6:53am -
• iPhone 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…
  - 6 days ago 2 Jul 26, 3:38am -
• Apple 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…
  - 6 days ago 2 Jul 26, 2:58am -
• Apple 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…
  - 6 days ago 2 Jul 26, 2:45am -
• If 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…
  - 6 days ago 2 Jul 26, 2:44am -
• Apple 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…
  - 6 days ago 2 Jul 26, 2:42am -
• Google'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…
  - 6 days ago 1 Jul 26, 10:57pm -
• Save 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
  - 6 days ago 1 Jul 26, 9:22pm -
• New 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…
  - 6 days ago 1 Jul 26, 9:13pm -
• 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…
  - 74 days ago 24 Apr 26, 5:13pm -
• How using a VPN can help you see location restricted content
  One of the best VPNs for Mac will not only protect your data, but it also helps you avoid location-based restrictions. Here's how you can watch more TV shows and sports events.Use a VPN for Mac to use the BBC iPlayer on an iPhoneThe average consumer is pretty well catered to, when it comes to content consumption. With a wide selection of streaming services, broadcasters, and social media outlets at their fingertips, there's a lot to consume.However, you can't always get what you want. Sometimes,…
  - 6 Feb 25, 11:57pm -
• How to fix System Data filling your iPhone's storage
  Your iPhone may have low storage because it's been consumed by System Data, which can potentially consume all available capacity. Here's how to regain space when things get too bloated to function.Other System Data issues in iOS can quickly fill up all available iPhone storage. Storage capacity is a significant issue for mobile device users. The available space on an iPhone, iPad, and even a Mac a sensitive concern for everyone.Users with expansive storage capacities have less trouble with it th…
  - 27 Dec 24, 6:27pm -