The Unofficial Apple Blog

• Apple TV+ Sets July Release for ‘The Savant’ After Delay
  Apple has confirmed that its Apple TV+ series The Savant will premiere in July 2026. The show faced a long delay due to concerns over its sensitive subject matter. Originally planned for an earlier release, the series was postponed after the assassination of political commentator Charlie Kirk. As a result, Apple chose to avoid launching […]
  - 1 day ago 24 Apr 26, 8:56pm -
• Apple Hardware Overhaul: Srouji Restructures Engineering Teams
  Apple is moving fast following a major leadership transition. The company has placed Johny Srouji in charge of hardware as Chief Hardware Officer. This change follows the appointment of John Ternus as CEO, replacing Tim Cook. As a result, Apple is reshaping its internal structure to match its new leadership direction. Five Core Hardware Divisions […]
  - 1 day ago 24 Apr 26, 8:41pm -
• Apple Reshapes Leadership as Levinson Takes New Board Role
  Apple has unveiled another major leadership update as part of its broader transition plan. The company confirmed that Arthur Levinson will become Lead Independent Director starting September 1, 2026. Levinson has served on Apple’s board for over 15 years and currently holds the role of non-executive chairman. His new position reflects a strategic shift in […]
  - 1 day ago 24 Apr 26, 8:24pm -
• Tim Cook Steps Down as Apple CEO After 15 Years
  Tim Cook has announced a major transition after 15 years leading Apple. In a heartfelt letter, he confirmed he will step down as CEO and move into the role of executive chairman. Cook reflected on his long journey and expressed gratitude to both users and employees who supported the company’s growth. A Personal Message to […]
  - 2 days ago 24 Apr 26, 4:01am -
• Apple Music Outage Hits Users Twice in One Week
  Apple faced fresh criticism after Apple Music went down again within days. The latest outage prevented many subscribers from streaming music or accessing parts of the app. According to official data, the disruption began at 2:38 PM Eastern Time. It lasted for more than five hours before Apple resolved the issue at 8:07 PM. As […]
  - 2 days ago 24 Apr 26, 2:59am -
• iPhone 18 and 18e May Share Same Power in 2027
  Apple may change its iPhone strategy in 2027. A new leak suggests the iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e could offer nearly identical performance. According to the report, both devices may use the same processing hardware. This includes matching GPU core counts, which would eliminate performance gaps seen in earlier models. From Differences to Similarities Previously, […]
  - 2 days ago 23 Apr 26, 7:52pm -
• iPhone Captures Stunning ‘Earthset’ During Artemis II Mission
  A breathtaking moment from space has captured global attention. During the Artemis II mission, NASA astronaut Reid Wiseman recorded a stunning “Earthset” video using an iPhone. The clip shows Earth slowly disappearing behind the Moon’s horizon. As seen in the image on page 1, the view creates a striking visual similar to a sunset, but […]
  - 3 days ago 22 Apr 26, 7:47pm -
• Apple TV Gains Market Share as Streaming Habits Shift
  Apple’s Apple TV service is gaining strong momentum in the U.S. streaming market. Recent data shows that the platform has reached a 12% market share, marking a sharp rise in a short time. Notably, this growth reflects a broader shift in how people watch content. Instead of browsing endless catalogs, viewers now prefer quick and […]
  - 3 days ago 22 Apr 26, 7:36pm -
• iPhone 18 Pro Colors Leak Suggests Bold New Direction
  A fresh leak has sparked excitement around the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro. According to recent reports, the device may launch in four distinct colors. These include black, silver, blue, and a deep burgundy shade. The information comes from a widely shared image that shows rear camera plates. As seen in the image on page 1, […]
  - 3 days ago 22 Apr 26, 7:27pm -
• India Sets Final Hearing in Apple’s $38B Antitrust Case
  India has taken a firm stance against Apple in a major antitrust case. Regulators have now set a final hearing date over a potential $38 billion fine linked to the App Store. This decision signals a shift in approach. Authorities appear ready to push the case forward after months of delays and disputes. Background of […]
  - 4 days ago 21 Apr 26, 7:52pm -

Apple Insider

• newMasimo's Apple Watch ban complaint dismissed by U.S. District Court
  Masimo's long-time lawsuit over Apple Watch patent infringement has encountered another setback, as a U.S. District Court filing reveals the complaint against the USITC will be dismissed with prejudice.Sensor on Apple Watch Series 9The USITC's (United States International Trade Commission) decision to deny a reinstatement of a ban on the Apple Watch has turned into a hurdle for Masimo in its long-running blood oxygen patent lawsuit against Apple. In an April 24 filing by the U.S. District Court…
  - 3 hours ago 25 Apr 26, 7:08pm -
• newVantrue Pilot 2 review: Thermal imaging dashcam for pro drivers
  The Vantrue Pilot 2 is a great dash cam with a night vision camera, but it's probably overkill for anyone other than professional drivers.Vantrue Pilot 2The typical car dash cam is a simple. It's a camera or two, designed to capture footage of other people's driving to help with either insurance or the police investigating an accident.But with those cheaper cameras at the lower end of the spectrum, the camera may not be able to capture everything it needs to see in all conditions. In heavy rain,…
  - 21 hours ago 25 Apr 26, 1:08am -
• newiPhone Fold or iPhone Ultra: What to expect from the folding iPhone
  The long-rumored iPhone Fold, or maybe the iPhone Ultra, should arrive in fall 2026. Here's what the rumor mill says about Apple's first foldable iPhone.A render of what the iPhone Fold could look likeWhile the rest of the smartphone industry has embraced foldable smartphones, Apple has so far held back from launching its own. However, the rumor mill certainly believes that one model will eventually come out of Cupertino, and that 2026 could be the year it finally does.With high expectations, th…
  - 23 hours ago 24 Apr 26, 11:00pm -
• Apple's entry-level iPhone 18 rumored to get 50% more RAM
  Apple's iPhone 18 isn't expected to be announced until 2027, but buyers can perhaps look forward to a RAM upgrade similar to the one the iPhone 17 Pro got.The iPhone 18 could be getting a huge RAM upgradeApple is expected to switch up its iPhone release cadence this year, and it's bad news for budget-conscious buyers. It's expected that the entry-level iPhone 18 won't ship alongside the Pro models, leaving customers to wait until early 2027.But analyst Dan Nystedt believes that the wait might be…
  - 1 day ago 24 Apr 26, 9:56pm -
• What is Roblox? Everything you need to know
  Released in 2006, Roblox grew from obscurity into a gaming juggernaut, with continued controversy about poor moderation and a monetization model that relies on children. Here's what you need to know about the game, last updated on April 24 2026.Roblox has seen fast growth during the pandemicRoblox is a video game and creation platform available on most mobile devices, consoles, and PCs. Players choose from experiences built by developers and can use in-app purchases for in-game content and other…
  - 1 day ago 24 Apr 26, 8:09pm -
• Chatbots take a back seat as new GPT-5.5 model focuses on getting work done
  OpenAI is pushing AI beyond chat with the recent release of GPT-5.5, a model designed to complete multi-step work instead of stopping at answers.OpenAI logoThe company introduced GPT-5.5 on April 23, a new flagship AI model designed to handle multi-step tasks across software, research, and everyday computer work. It moves toward agentic systems that plan, act, and complete jobs with minimal guidance.OpenAI claims that GPT-5.5 can handle loosely defined requests by breaking them into steps. It ca…
  - 1 day ago 24 Apr 26, 7:11pm -
• Tim Cook, John Ternus, the FBI, and 'Star Wars,' on the AppleInsider Podcast
  You didn't see that coming, at least not now, but Tim Cook's successor is John Ternus and there's so much news about both men. Plus what Apple had to update because of the FBI, how "Star Wars" benefits from the Apple Vision Pro, and more, on the AppleInsider Podcast.If John Ternus ever had to buy his iPhones at an Apple Store, he doesn't now - image credit: AppleThis week, Apple pulled off something special. It managed to totally surprise everyone, and yet at the same moment, surprise no one at…
  - 1 day ago 24 Apr 26, 6:08pm -
• 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…
  - 1 day ago 24 Apr 26, 5:13pm -
• Apple taps Samsung for 20th-anniversary iPhone's quad-curved display
  Apple's 20th-anniversary iPhone is again rumored to have a new, curved display with Samsung now tipped to produce the "four-micro-curve" OLED panel.iPhone 20 is tipped to get a new, quad-curved OLED displayApple is expected to pull out all the stops for the iPhone 20 to celebrate 20 years of the iPhone. The iPhone X did something similar for its 10th anniversary, ditching the Home button and minimizing display bezels.With its 20th-anniversary iPhone, Apple is expected to go a step further and be…
  - 1 day ago 24 Apr 26, 5:06pm -
• Where Apple products are assembled, and where parts come from
  Making an iPhone or iPad is a global effort, with companies across North America, Europe, and Asia contributing to every stage of the process. Here's how it all fits into place.Apple products are assembled in multiple countries.Apple relies on multiple supply chain partners, with assembly plants located throughout the world. The United States' ever-changing tariff policies throughout 2025 affected everyone, from consumers to corporations. It made us more aware of where a given product was made.…
  - 1 day ago 24 Apr 26, 4:50pm -

• Lowest price ever: Apple's 2026 14-inch MacBook Pro M5 Pro plunges to $1,949
  A bonus in-cart coupon brings the M5 Pro 14-inch MacBook Pro down to a record low $1,949, but supply is limited at the reduced price.Save $250 on Apple's new 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5 Pro - Image credit: AppleApple Authorized Reseller B&H Photo is beating Amazon's price this Friday on the new 14-inch MacBook Pro that was released in March 2026.The standard model, which is on sale for $1,949 in Space Black after a $200 cash discount stacked with a $50 in-cart coupon, features Apple's M5 chip wi…
  - 1 day ago 24 Apr 26, 11:57am -
• LincPlus LincStation E1 review: Compact, entry-level, and fast enough
  The LincPlus LincStation E1 is a compact NAS that promises speed, capacity, and some smart features. Prosumers and above should skip this one, but for everyday users, it's a pretty decent package.LincPlus LincStation E1A typical network-attached storage (NAS) device is, as the name implies, a bunch of drives in a purpose-made computer, optimized to serve files. There's a big range that falls under that umbrella though, with many models able to provide services that rival a rack-mounted server.Wh…
  - 2 days ago 24 Apr 26, 5:23am -
• 'Pluribus' & 'Come See Me In The Good Light' win Peabody awards for Apple TV
  Of the five nominations for the 86th Peabody Awards, Apple TV scored two wins. "Pluribus" won in the entertainment category, while "Come See Me In the Good Light" won in the documentary category.'Pluribus' brings home a Peabody award for Apple TVApple continues to rake in the awards with its original programming. At last count, Apple TV has 3,431 award nominations and 797 wins.The results from the Peabody Awards are in, and Apple TV can add two more wins to its list. Five of its shows were nomin…
  - 2 days ago 24 Apr 26, 5:08am -
• Proposed mandatory clean energy guidelines could mean less participation, Apple argues
  Apple has come out against a new proposal that would impact how companies report emissions and clean energy use. The guidance could have the opposite of the intended effect.Apple leads the way in green energy implementation, but it fears mandatory participation could hurt implementationJust over a week after releasing its 2025 environmental report, Apple has signed a joint statement criticizing a proposed change to the Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHGP). The GHGP, established in 1998, is effectively…
  - 2 days ago 24 Apr 26, 4:44am -
• Discover ending support for two Apple Pay features in June 2026
  The Connected Accounts and rewards features in Apple Wallet aren't widely used, but Discover is dropping support for both in June.Apple Wallet has many small features that are underutilizedWith iOS 17.1, the Apple Wallet app gained a new Connected Accounts feature, letting users of select UK and US banks view the balance of connected credit cards. While the capability is supported by major UK banks, in the United States, the feature was primarily available to Discover cardholders.That will soon…
  - 2 days ago 24 Apr 26, 2:59am -
• How Apple Savings compares vs other high-yield savings accounts
  Apple Savings is now available for Apple Card users. Here's how it compares to other high-yield savings accounts in April 2026.Apple Savings requires Apple CardThe finance sector isn't new to Apple, with Apple Wallet, Apple Pay, Apple Card, Apple Pay Later, and now Apple Savings. Customers have multiple avenues to entrust vital financial processes to Apple.Apple Savings is a high-yield savings account provided by Goldman Sachs. It requires users to have an Apple Card and be over 18 years old. Ot…
  - 2 days ago 24 Apr 26, 1:40am -
• Apple is reportedly working on six new product categories
  Apple is reportedly working on bringing no fewer than six new product categories to market soon, in part as Tim Cook's swansong as CEO of the company.Apple Home Hub to arrive in 2026 with Apple IntelligenceFollowing the news that Apple CEO Tim Cook will be replaced by Ternus in late 2026, a new report has detailed the products his teams are working on. Speaking during an interview with TBPN, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports that Apple has products in six new product categories in the works. This…
  - 2 days ago 23 Apr 26, 10:20pm -
• iPhone gets more important as every AI improves, Perplexity CEO says
  Artificial intelligence has been widely predicted to disrupt smartphones, and hurt Apple, but Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas argues that the iPhone will become more important as AI improveApple IntelligenceIn a segment from "This Week in AI" published on April 23, Aravind Srinivas, co-founder and CEO of AI search company Perplexity, lays out an outside view of Apple's position. Srinivas, who previously worked in AI research roles at OpenAI, Google, and DeepMind, argues that AI may reinforce App…
  - 2 days ago 23 Apr 26, 10:10pm -
• AI songs are flooding Apple Music but nobody is actually listening to them
  Apple Music VP Oliver Schusser says that while AI-generated music now makes up a large share of submissions to Apple Music, it accounts for almost none of what people actually play.Oliver SchusserIn an interview published on April 22, Schusser highlighted an imbalance. He explained that more than a third of tracks delivered to the service are "100% AI," but listening remains below 0.5%.Apple is taking proactive steps before AI-generated music distorts the platform's integrity. "We have developed…
  - 2 days ago 23 Apr 26, 8:25pm -
• Future MacBook notch may get replaced with removable cameras on a rotating screen
  The FaceTime camera on a MacBook Pro is famously not as good as one on an iPhone, but research shows Apple keeps working on it and may have decided that the answer involves mounting larger cameras on a rotating display.The notch could be replaced by a protruding camera — but one which could also be repositionedMaybe you don't give the camera notch on the MacBook Pro a second thought. But even if you do and you loathe it, and you believe it's taking up screen real estate, the one thing you can'…
  - 2 days ago 23 Apr 26, 8:01pm -
• Apple Savings APY hits record low of 3.50% in first 2026 cut
  Apple Card users are seeing returns shrink once more as Apple Savings lowers its APY following continued rate pressure from the Federal Reserve.Apple Savings sees yet another APY decreaseOn Thursday, Apple advised customers of a 0.15% annual percentage yield (APY) decrease on Apple Savings accounts. Before this drop, the Apple Savings APY was 3.65%, a rate set in May 2025.This decrease affects all Apple Savings customers. It comes after the Federal Reserve reduced its rates in December 2025. Con…
  - 2 days ago 23 Apr 26, 7:59pm -
• How Apple protects designs & marketing materials before a product launch
  Apple goes to great lengths to ensure that its pre-release artwork doesn't leak ahead of launch. Here's why those efforts are usually successful.Apple goes to great lengths to protect its artwork.Box art and marketing materials for an unannounced iPhone or iPad rarely reach the general public, thanks to Apple's strict security protocols.The company has a comprehensive set of requirements in place for its own employees, third-party personnel, and for the areas where design work is conducted. Cont…
  - 2 days ago 23 Apr 26, 5:59pm -
• Apple Maps was Tim Cook's biggest mistake
  Speaking to employees, outgoing CEO Tim Cook talked about his time leading Apple, citing both the successes he is most proud of, and admitting to the one main failure.Screenshot of an unfortunately typical Apple Maps failure in its early daysAs announced, Tim Cook and incoming CEO John Ternus held an Apple Town Hall meeting for employees on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. It was specifically to answer questions about the handover to Ternus, but Cook also addressed his own time as CEO.According to Blo…
  - 2 days ago 23 Apr 26, 5:06pm -
• Apple will not buy Disney, no matter how often it hears that it will
  Tenth time still isn't the charm. One day after Tim Cook announced that he was handing the reigns to John Ternus, an analyst that has beaten this drum before is again saying today that a sale of Disney to Apple can and must happen. That sale is even less likely to happen now, than it was the last nine times we've updated this story.It may have made Apple Park, but Apple is not going to take over Disney's magic kingdomThe rumor that Apple will buy Disney is as old as the iPod and it's lasted thro…
  - 2 days ago 23 Apr 26, 2:52pm -
• Experience F1 tracks with 3D art in Apple Maps ahead of each race
  Apple Maps has been updated with a new "2026 Formula 1 Tracks Around the World" guide that showcases each racing location. Updated 3D art has been added throughout the season.Apple Maps gets F1 guideThe first F1 season distributed by Apple TV has been off to a strong start. Apple is known for its vertical integration and brand synergy, and it hasn't wasted any time with F1 either.Apple is promoting the F1 season in Apple Maps with a guide. It is titled "2026 Formula 1 Tracks Around the World." C…
  - 3 days ago 23 Apr 26, 5:09am -
• Notification bug that let FBI access messages patched with iOS 26.4.2
  People being investigated by the FBI deleted Signal, but some messages were still retrievable from the iPhone's notification database. The latest iOS update patches this vulnerability.iPhones may be secure, but they aren't invulnerable to bugsUsers should reasonably expect that deleting an app from their iPhone will remove all associated data. However, a recent case involving the FBI showed that some notification data was being retained by mistake.The iOS 26.4.2, iPadOS 26.4.2, iOS 18.7.8, and i…
  - 3 days ago 23 Apr 26, 1:45am -
• Google confirms context-aware Siri built from Gemini will debut in 2026
  Search giant Google has publicly confirmed that Apple's updated Siri, complete with its long-promised personalized responses, will finally be coming out at some point in 2026.Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian talking about Apple at Google Cloud Next 26 - Image Credit: Google/YouTubeIn January, Apple confirmed that it had entered into a multi-year deal with Google to use the Gemini model to create Apple's Foundation Models. Google now says that the fruits of Apple's AI labor will be on display befor…
  - 3 days ago 23 Apr 26, 12:45am -
• Bug-fix updates for iOS 26.4.2, iPadOS 26.4.2 are out now
  Apple has released updates for iOS 26.4.2 and iPadOS 26.4.2, as well as version 18.7.8 for older devices, providing bug fixes and security updates to all users.Apple's new update can be applied to all current-gen iPhones. Incremental updates for Apple's operating systems provide some much-needed bug fixes, security updates, and performance improvements between major updates. On Wednesday, Apple issued the second incremental update of version 26.4, bringing iOS and iPadOS up to 26.4.2.The previou…
  - 3 days ago 22 Apr 26, 11:22pm -
• New Mac malware goes straight for developer keys
  Two newly discovered macOS threats are designed to harvest developer credentials and cloud access as attackers focus on long-term persistence and avoid fast, visible attacks.Some Mac computers have two security threats to worry aboutThe Mosyle security research team unveiled their discovery of "Phoenix Worm" and "ShadeStager" on April 22. These two are previously unknown malware that went undetected by antivirus engines at the time of their discovery.While the lack of detection sounds concerning…
  - 3 days ago 22 Apr 26, 11:09pm -
• M5 MacBook Air with 24GB RAM, 1TB SSD falls to $1,349 with month-end deal
  Amazon's month-end MacBook Air deal knocks $150 off a popular configuration with a bump up to 24GB of memory and 1TB of storage.Grab a $150 discount on M5 MacBook Air with 24GB RAM, 1TB SSD - Image credit: AppleThe $1,349 price is available on the M5/24GB/1TB spec in your choice of Sky Blue, Silver, or Starlight at press time. At $150 off, it would make a great Mother's Day gift or an upgrade if you're running an M1 or M2 MacBook Air.Buy 13" 24GB/1TB for $1,349 Continue Reading on AppleInsider |…
  - 3 days ago 22 Apr 26, 10:24pm -
• Let John Ternus be John Ternus, and not Cook or Jobs
  Pundits are saying John Ternus will be a Steve Jobs clone when he takes over Apple, while others are adamant that he'll really be another Tim Cook. The truth is that of course he will be neither, and both, while being John Ternus.John Ternus became a regular presenter of Apple's keynote videos - image credit: AppleEven John Ternus will have to wait to see what happens when he's Apple CEO, but it might be years before that becomes clear and clickbait deadlines won't wait that long. That's not onl…
  - 3 days ago 22 Apr 26, 9:06pm -
• Louisville Apple Store set for a $1M storefront upgrade
  An Apple Store in Louisville, Kentucky will soon be getting a big facelift, with the store renovation expected to cost a cool $1 million.Apple Oxmoor - Image Credit: AppleApple Oxmoor on Shelbyville Road, Louisville, Kentucky is a store that has a lot of glass in the front, as well as a courtyard. While Apple only moved into the store in September 2019, it has decided six and a half years later to give it an upgrade.A permit filed with Louisville Metro Planning and Design spotted by Louisville B…
  - 3 days ago 22 Apr 26, 8:01pm -
• Apple may be about to post another blockbuster quarter
  An analysis of Apple's financials by JP Morgan suggests that Apple is heading into its earnings report with iPhone supply and demand imbalances largely settled, leaving margins and cost pressure as the issues that will decide the rest.iPhone 17In an earnings preview seen by AppleInsider, JPMorgan says investors already have a clear read on iPhone performance in the current cycle. Focus is now turning to profitability as rising component costs begin to weigh more heavily on results.JPMorgan expec…
  - 3 days ago 22 Apr 26, 7:42pm -
• How iPhone 18 Pro's rumored variable aperture will supercharge your photography
  The iPhone 18 Pro's camera specs are solidifying, thanks to a repeated claim that portrait shots will be improved thanks to the inclusion of variable apertures.iPhone 17 Pro cameras peeking through a Techwoven caseOn April 16, a report claimed the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max will gain an often-rumored variable aperture camera system, and that the model was entering production. A week later, a leaker has doubled down on the story.In a Wednesday post to Weibo, leaker Digital Chat Station r…
  - 3 days ago 22 Apr 26, 7:25pm -
• New Beats Onyx Black Solo 4 is collab with K-pop star Jennie
  Apple subsidiary Beats has introduced a bunch of new extra-long cables, alongside a collaborative version of the Beats Solo 4 with Jennie from the K-pop group Blackpink.Jennie wearing the special edition Onyx Black version of Beats Solo 4. Image Credit: BeatsIn a pair of announcements on Tuesday, Beats has introduced two different product variations to its catalog. One being a collaboration with a music star, and the other being an extension of an accessory.The collaboration between Beats and Je…
  - 3 days ago 22 Apr 26, 6:02pm -
• When he was hired, Ternus wasn't sure he even belonged at Apple
  Just years after wrecking his university's first and only milling machine, John Ternus was intimidated when he first joined Apple and wasn't sure he belonged.John Ternus speaking in 2024 - image credit: University of Pennsylvania engineering schoolWhen John Ternus becomes CEO on September 1, 2026, he will have been at Apple for a quarter of a century. Ahead of even the speculation that he would succeed Tim Cook, he gave a speech about how "exhilarating and intimidating" it had felt when he first…
  - 3 days ago 22 Apr 26, 4:44pm -
• Report: New Apple CEO's biggest challenge will be retiring leadership & regular churn
  Industry-high employee retention levels and executives holding their posts for decades are apparently going to be significant hurdles for incoming Apple CEO John Ternus.John Ternus can't invent a time machine fast enough, so he's going to have to pick new Apple leadership, eventually. Image source: AppleThere's been a trend in tech reporting that attempts to make every employment change from the top down a calamitous occasion. Whether it's a dozen engineers out of thousands leaving or executives…
  - 4 days ago 22 Apr 26, 7:12am -
• Sonnet Echo 21 Thunderbolt 5 SuperDock review: All of the speed, all of the ports
  The Sonnet Echo 21 Thunderbolt 5 SuperDock is a fantastic port and storage expansion for new Mac users, and isn't pinched for bandwidth.Sonnet Echo 21 Thunderbolt 5 SuperDockWe get a lot of docks in for review. A lot.In many cases, we see docks with a lot of ports, but they connect over 10 gigabit per second USB-C. Worse, downstream ports are listed as providing that same 10 Gbit/sec. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 4 days ago 22 Apr 26, 5:38am -
• Latest 'Star Wars' movie cut unnecessary costs by using Apple Vision Pro
  Director Jon Favreau says a specialized app let him better frame IMAX shots using a virtual theater environment in Apple Vision Pro. He cites it as one method to cut back on reshoots and reduce costs.Apple Vision Pro could become a useful tool in filmmakingFilmmaking has only become more and more expensive even as commercialized tools make the medium more accessible. It's easier than ever to grab a smartphone and shoot some footage, but reaching Hollywood calibre isn't so simple.In an interview…
  - 4 days ago 22 Apr 26, 5:23am -
• 'Healthy' Cook plans for a long stay at Apple as chairman
  While Tim Cook won't be CEO at Apple after September, he still plans to remain as the executive chairman for quite some time.Outgoing CEO Tim CookOn Monday, Apple confirmed that CEO Tim Cook will be leaving the role on September 1 as part of a planned transition, with John Ternus set to take over the position. While Cook will be out of the hot seat, he intends to be a presence at Apple for a while longer.Speaking at an all-hands meeting with employees after the announcement, Bloomberg reports th…
  - 4 days ago 22 Apr 26, 12:18am -
• Network security requirements for developers to become more strict with OS 27 releases
  Rigorous network security requirements are set to arrive with iOS 27, and they will be especially significant for developers and IT administrators.iOS 27 will ship with updated network security requirements.iOS 27 and its corresponding updates are still more than a month away, but we already have a good idea of what to expect. Apple itself, for instance, has confirmed that macOS 27 would eliminate support for Intel Mac.Now, the company has outlined yet another change in its upcoming software upd…
  - 4 days ago 22 Apr 26, 12:14am -
• President Trump praises Tim Cook, threatens companies that want tariffs repaid
  In interviews and more social media posts, US President Trump has credited himself for Tim Cook's success, but says he's honored Apple hasn't asked for its tariff refund.Apple CEO Tim Cook and President Donald TrumpWhile the administration is now being forced to pay back tariffs it illegally imposed on US businesses, reportedly Apple has yet to apply for the refund. Apple has not commented on this, but President Trump was asked if it were true, and if the company didn't want to offend him."I thi…
  - 4 days ago 21 Apr 26, 11:28pm -
• Satechi's ChargeView 140W Desktop Charger shows how much power you're using
  The Satechi ChargeView 140W Desktop Charger not only recharges your iPhone on your desk, but it also has a display to show real-time power output.Satechi ChargeView 140W Desktop ChargerThe latest charger from Satechi is the ChargeView 140W Desktop Charger. As the descriptive name says, it's a charger that runs at up to 140W in total, and is designed to sit on your desk.As a Gallium Nitride charger, it's compact, so it won't take that much desk space up for your other devices. It also ships with…
  - 4 days ago 21 Apr 26, 11:01pm -
• Save up to $400 on Apple's new 16-inch MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max
  Apple Premier Partner Expercom has slashed prices by up to $400 on the new 2026 16-inch MacBook Pro with your choice of an M5 Pro or M5 Max chip.Save up to $400 on Apple's new 16-inch MacBook Pro.Both retail and configure-to-order (CTO) models are heavily discounted with month-end deals at Expercom. Save up to $400 on both Standard Display and Nano-texture options with your choice of Apple's M5 Pro or M5 Max chip.Save up to $400 on 16" MacBook Pro Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on ou…
  - 4 days ago 21 Apr 26, 10:55pm -
• Apple Pay wins at the Webbys as a Messi campaign takes the spotlight
  Apple's results at the 2026 Webby Awards emphasize the company's wide-ranging focus on both services and marketing, with wins for Apple Pay and a Messi sports campaign.Apple PayApple Pay has won both a general Webby Award and a People's Voice Award in the ceremony's Shopping & Retail, Consumer Apps category. The company's video "Lionel Messi Intercepts the Super Bowl" also won the Social Video, Individual award.The Webby Awards are presented by the International Academy of Digital Arts & Science…
  - 4 days ago 21 Apr 26, 10:09pm -
• 'Silo' will reveal more secrets as its third season premieres in July
  Apple TV's hit science fiction dystopian drama "Silo" is gearing up to return to the small screen this summer, with a storyline revealing how its society was forced underground.Image Credit: Apple TVThe third season will continue the saga of 10,000 people living in a silo, and for the first time tell it over two timelines. In the present, Juliette Nichols (star and executive producer Rebecca Fergusson) has survived her forced "cleaning" as the silo reels from the rebellion.As that story continue…
  - 4 days ago 21 Apr 26, 8:41pm -
• How to turn emails, webpages & notes into Reminders with Apple Intelligence
  Apple Intelligence makes Reminders more useful by letting users turn highlighted text into tasks directly from the share sheet. Instead of copying details by hand, selected text from emails, webpages, or notes can generate suggested reminders automatically.Apple Intelligence in Reminders Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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• How folder emoji & customization works in macOS Tahoe
  You've long been able to customize folders in the Mac's Finder, but only with a lot of non-obvious fiddling. Now with macOS Tahoe, Apple has made it a lot simpler.You can now customize the color and look of folders much more easily than beforeMaybe you have been using the Mac long enough to remember when third-party firms sold utilities that changed your folders into 3D. Or perhaps you've never given a folder a passing through beyond wondering where you saved it.Whichever folder customizing camp…
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• HidrateSpark Pro 2 review: motivational drinking with lights, chimes, & Find My
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