The Unofficial Apple Blog

• Siri AI Leaves Older Apple Watches Behind
  Apple has finally identified which Apple Watch models will support its new Siri AI features in watchOS 27. However, the announcement has sparked fresh debate because the company still has not provided a clear technical explanation for excluding several older devices. The clarification came during a June 19 interview in which Apple Watch and Health […]
  - 3 days ago 20 Jun 26, 7:50pm -
• Apple TV Makes Austrian Grand Prix Free for U.S. Fans
  Apple TV is giving Formula 1 fans in the United States a new reason to tune in. For the first time, the streaming platform will offer an entire Formula 1 race weekend at no cost, allowing viewers to watch every session of the 2026 Austrian Grand Prix without a subscription. The promotion runs from June […]
  - 3 days ago 20 Jun 26, 6:01pm -
• Apple TV+ Sets September Premiere for ‘Brothers’ Comedy Series
  Apple TV+ has officially announced the premiere date for its upcoming comedy series, Brothers, bringing together longtime friends Woody Harrelson and Matthew McConaughey in leading roles. The series will debut on September 23, 2026, with its first two episodes. Afterward, Apple TV+ will release one new episode every Wednesday through November 4. The show combines […]
  - 3 days ago 20 Jun 26, 5:40pm -
• Apple-Intel Chip Deal Signals Major Shift in U.S. Manufacturing
  Apple has officially confirmed a new partnership with Intel to manufacture some of its chips in the United States. The announcement followed comments from U.S. President Donald Trump, who said Apple had agreed to work with Intel to design and build processors domestically. The news immediately boosted investor confidence, sending Intel’s stock sharply higher in […]
  - 4 days ago 19 Jun 26, 7:30pm -
• Pokémon Champions Brings Cross-Platform Battles to iPhone
  Competitive Pokémon battles are now available on iPhone and iPad with the official launch of Pokémon Champions. The free-to-play game expands beyond Nintendo consoles and introduces a dedicated battle experience for mobile players. Rather than focusing on exploration or story-driven gameplay, the title centers entirely on strategic player-versus-player battles. The Pokémon Company released the game […]
  - 4 days ago 19 Jun 26, 6:30pm -
• Apple Updates Sign in With Apple Email Domains
  Apple is preparing an important update for two of its privacy-focused services: Sign in with Apple and Hide My Email. The company has informed developers that new relay email addresses will soon use a different domain, meaning websites and online services must update their systems before the rollout begins. The announcement follows a developer notice […]
  - 4 days ago 19 Jun 26, 6:14pm -
• Apple App Store Search Tracking Raises Privacy Questions
  Apple is facing renewed privacy scrutiny after researchers revealed that the App Store records every character users type while searching for apps. The findings suggest the company stores highly detailed analytics, including individual keystrokes and the time users take to enter each letter. The discovery comes shortly after Apple introduced personalized App Store recommendations during […]
  - 5 days ago 18 Jun 26, 6:57pm -
• Apple Adds $162M Silicon Valley Office
  Apple has expanded its Silicon Valley real estate portfolio once again by purchasing a large office building in Sunnyvale, California. The company paid $162.2 million for the property at 684 W. Maude Avenue, strengthening its presence in one of the world’s most important technology hubs. The acquisition follows a series of major property investments made […]
  - 5 days ago 18 Jun 26, 6:45pm -
• Tata iPhone Factory Cleared as India Drops Shutdown Threat
  India has dropped its proposed action against Tata Electronics’ iPhone component factory in Tamil Nadu, removing a major concern for Apple’s growing manufacturing network in the country. The decision follows months of inspections into claims that wastewater from the facility had contaminated nearby farmland and open wells. The Tata plant in Hosur plays an important […]
  - 5 days ago 18 Jun 26, 6:01pm -
• Apple Updates AirPods Pro and Beats Firmware
  Apple has released fresh firmware updates for several of its popular wireless earbuds, continuing its effort to improve performance across its audio products. The latest software is now available for AirPods Pro 2, AirPods Pro 3, and Beats Studio Buds, although Apple has not revealed a detailed list of changes. The update moves AirPods Pro […]
  - 6 days ago 17 Jun 26, 5:47pm -

Apple Insider

• newHow to make OBS chroma key smarter by using Background Replacement in macOS
  If you want to use chroma key effect in a streaming or video conference app, but you can't get a physical green screen background in place, you can fake it. All by using Background Replacement in macOS.You can do Chroma Key in OBS without a green screen, thanks to macOS. Whether it is streaming gameplay to Twitch or improving your Zoom calls, sometimes you want to replace the background with something else. It's unprofessional to have a background that includes piles of dirty clothes, random din…
  - 4 hours ago 23 Jun 26, 8:29am -
• newCannes Lions 2026 Entertainment Person of the Year is Apple TV chief
  The Apple TV streaming service is run by Apple SVP of Services and Health, Eddy Cue, and Cannes Lions has recognized him as the 2026 Entertainment Person of the Year thanks to his work on the platform.Eddy Cue is Entertainment Person of the Year at Cannes LionsThe Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity is underway from June 22 to June 26. It was previously reported that Apple SVP Eddy Cue would be presented as the 2026 Entertainment Person of the Year, and that has now occurred.Eddy C…
  - 4 hours ago 23 Jun 26, 8:00am -
• newLeaker Prosser's default ruling set aside by judge as Apple lawsuit continues
  A July 2025 lawsuit by Apple against leaker Jon Prosser resulted in a default ruling, but that default has been set aside as Prosser has finally agreed to participate in discovery.Jon Prosser continues to make new videos in spite of Apple's lawsuitA rumor video posted by Jon Prosser in early 2025 suggested that he had seen the upcoming transparent UI design. Later, a lawsuit from Apple accused Prosser of conspiring with Michael Ramacciotti to steal secret contents of a test device owned by Ethan…
  - 8 hours ago 23 Jun 26, 4:09am -
• newNew in iOS 27 beta 2: Update an Apple TV in the Home app, Wallet Insights
  The second developer beta of iOS 27 is here with added features for the Home and Apple Wallet apps. Here's what's new.iOS 27 beta 2 is here with new options in the Apple Home and Apple Wallet apps.On Monday, two weeks after iOS 27 debuted at WWDC 2026, Apple deployed the software's second developer beta. While iOS 27 beta 1 delivered the long-overdue Siri AI, Monday's update delivers changes beyond artificial intelligence.In the Apple Home app, for instance, it's now possible to update a connect…
  - 10 hours ago 23 Jun 26, 2:02am -
• newBelkin joins in for Prime Day deals, cutting MagSafe charger prices by up to 42%
  Belkin's latest Prime Day discounts knock up to 42% off a pair of versatile wireless chargers built for iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods users.Belkin Prime day DealsIf you've been waiting to pick up a multi-device charger, now may be the time to pull the trigger. Belkin is offering some great deals on two of its popular charging devices, the UltraCharge Pro and the PowerBoost Pro.Get Belkin Prime Day deals Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 11 hours ago 23 Jun 26, 1:15am -
• newAmazon's $769 Mac mini M4 deal is back in stock for Prime Day 2026
  After selling out last week, Amazon's best Mac mini deal marks a return of the discounted $769 price just in time for Prime Day.Amazon's best Mac mini deal is back in stock for Prime Day.With increased demand for Apple's current Mac mini, multiple stockouts ensued when Amazon launched this $769.99 M4 Mac mini deal last week. But Amazon has replenished inventory of the M4/16GB/512GB model just in time for Prime Day.Buy M4 Mac mini for $769.99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Foru…
  - 12 hours ago 23 Jun 26, 12:43am -
• newPhotos' Extend tool in iOS 27 does a good job at expanding your images
  Apple Intelligence is once again helping photographers add to their images in Photos for iOS 27. So long as you're fine with it guessing what you didn't include in the original shot.Extending images in Photos for iOS 27The Photos app has been the beneficiary of a number of generative AI-based tools that use Apple Intelligence. All to try and make your photographs look great.It all started with Clean Up, which let you eliminate unwanted and unsightly elements from your images, and then intelligen…
  - 12 hours ago 23 Jun 26, 12:33am -
• newSecond developer betas of iOS 27, macOS 27 are out
  The second round of developer betas for iOS 27, macOS 27, and the rest of Apple's upcoming operating systems has been issued. You may still want to hold off on installing them.The second developer beta for iOS 27 is out. The march to the fall milestone operating system release is well underway, with Apple continuing to test out its work on them all. After the expected post-WWDC first beta round, Apple's now moved to its second.The first developer builds of iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, tvOS 27, v…
  - 13 hours ago 22 Jun 26, 10:59pm -
• newSamsung Display milestone moves the iPhone Fold beyond rumor territory
  Samsung Display has reportedly won Apple's approval to begin making foldable display modules, suggesting the long-rumored iPhone Fold is moving closer to a late-2026 launch. When it ships, is an unanswered question.iPhone Fold renderAccording to The Elec, Samsung achieved production yields above 80% before winning approval. The company has also started operating part of its Vietnam production lines to fulfill an initial order of about 3 million panels.The reported approval is one of the clearest…
  - 14 hours ago 22 Jun 26, 10:27pm -
• newAirPods get customizable EQ, improved precision finding, and more in iOS 27
  Apple is gearing up to add a few new major features to AirPods in iOS 27, including one feature that Apple fans have been requesting for years. Here's what you can expect.Updates coming to AirPods in iOS 27The new iOS 27 developer beta is out, and it's given us a sneak peek into what Apple's got in the works. These new updates include the oft-requested customizable EQ, expanded Find My options, and even a major improvement to how you manage your AirPods settings within iOS itself.Subscribe to Ap…
  - 15 hours ago 22 Jun 26, 9:42pm -

• newJon Harros from the CSA talks Matter 1.6 on Smart Home Insider
  On this week's episode of the Smart Home Insider podcast, Jon Harros from the Matter governing body joins to talk through the latest release of the home automation standard.Smart Home Insider PodcastJon Harros is head of testing and certification for the Connectivity Standards Alliance, and he drops in on the podcast from Unify. Unify is the CSA's first public-facing conference on the smart home and there were many announcements from the week.We start the episode going through the news. The big…
  - 15 hours ago 22 Jun 26, 9:06pm -
• newNew supply chain source is sure iPhone Fold will launch in September 2026
  The on/off back and forth about when the iPhone Fold will be released continues, but now a shaky report claims the first batches have been manufactured and will ship alongside the iPhone 18 Pro in September.Mockup of a possible design for the expected iPhone Fold - image credit: AppleInsiderThe likelihood of Apple launching an iPhone Fold in September 2026 seems to change depending on the day. The latest rotating rumors have been either that it's delayed until 2027, or that it is exactly on sche…
  - 16 hours ago 22 Jun 26, 8:32pm -
• newApple left Apple TV & HomePod out of WWDC and Siri AI is the culprit
  Apple left Apple TV and HomePod out of WWDC 2026, a notable omission that may reveal more about the company's Siri AI plans than its hardware roadmap.Apple TV 4KThe omission was notable because Apple spent much of the keynote talking about Apple Intelligence and the next generation of Siri. New home hardware was absent from the presentation, even as reports continue to point to updated Apple TV and HomePod models.Apple hasn't explained why those products didn't appear, but the timing raises ques…
  - 16 hours ago 22 Jun 26, 8:04pm -
• newHow hide your location works and how location sharing is improved in iOS 27 Find My
  The upgrades to Find My in iOS 27 are more than just graphical. Now there's more granular control over location sharing, and you can even pause sharing temporarily.Find My's changes in iOS 27Like a lot of other apps in iOS 27, the updates to Find My are not really groundbreaking in nature. But they are still useful.The obvious changes this time are a refinement of the design. The Liquid Glass aesthetic wasn't around for iOS 26, but it's certainly here in iOS 27. Continue Reading on AppleInsider…
  - 16 hours ago 22 Jun 26, 8:03pm -
• newBest early Prime Day deals: $199 Apple Watch, $799 MacBook Air, Beats $89, AirTag 2 sale
  Record-low prices have hit numerous Apple Watches, iPads, Macs, AirTags, and more as Amazon launches early Prime Day deals.Early Prime Day sales slash up to 50% off Apple products - Image credit: AppleFrom a record-breaking discount on the Apple Watch Ultra 3 at $150 off to a $799 MacBook Air and new low price on AirTags 2, Amazon's early Prime Day Apple deals are plentiful.Shop early Prime Day Apple deals Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 16 hours ago 22 Jun 26, 7:51pm -
• newYour Mac isn't immune to viruses & surveillance tools, Intego One is here to help
  If you're on the hunt for one of the best antivirus for Mac, then Intego One is an excellent option, as it combines four important security tools into one. Get it today at 50% off your subscription.Intego One is a complete suite of tools for your MacThere may be fewer viruses and spyware made for Macs, but that advantage is shrinking every day. Apple's protections are robust, but you don't want to go without some dedicated tools to help ensure your data stays yours as you use your Mac.That's whe…
  - 17 hours ago 22 Jun 26, 7:11pm -
• newSteve Jobs would approve of Apple TV, says Cue
  Alongside dropping yet more hints about a sequel to "F1: The Movie," Eddy Cue has revealed how it was down to Steve Jobs's ethos why Apple TV didn't just buy an existing library.Eddy Cue (third from left) with Steve Jobs (far right) and European Commission officers in 2008 - image credit: All About Steve JobsThere have been many seemingly reliable reports that Apple wanted to buy Warner Bros. to bolster Apple TV's catalog. Yet according to Variety, Apple senior vice president of services and hea…
  - 17 hours ago 22 Jun 26, 7:03pm -
• newiPadOS 27 beta review: Your iPad, now with Siri AI
  Siri AI and system optimizations are the focus of iPadOS 27, but that's enough for iPad's usual in-between year. Power users will notice the changes the most.iPadOS 27 reviewThe iPad operating system has been on a predictable tick-tock upgrade cycle where one year is significant and the other minimal. Apple focused on Siri AI for its OS 27 releases, but iPadOS 27 still has a few new and useful upgrades.As an iPad-first user, I'm most interested in how iPadOS might affect my workflows each year.…
  - 19 hours ago 22 Jun 26, 5:03pm -
• newApple Watch sales rise, but can't get back to previous highs
  Sales of the Apple Watch rose considerably in the first quarter of 2026, but rivals have driven it down far below the heights it had back in 2021.Apple Watch UltraIt may seem as if the Apple Watch has no real competitors for its functionality, and especially all of its health features. But although it still dominates the market, it's no longer close to the 35.9% it had in Q1 2021.According to Counterpoint Research, the figure for Q1 2026 is 23%. That does come after all smartwatch sales faced de…
  - 19 hours ago 22 Jun 26, 5:02pm -
• newApple Watch Ultra 3 falls to $649, lowest price ever before Prime Day
  Amazon is offering the Apple Watch Ultra 3 at a record-low $649 as part of an early Prime Day push.Grab the lowest Apple Watch Ultra 3 price on record - Image credit: AppleAmazon's $649 early Prime Day price is available on the Apple Watch Ultra 3 with an Ocean Band. The 49mm GPS + Cellular model with your choice of a Black Titanium Case or Natural Titanium Case comes in one size, so you don't have to worry about finding the right size band if the watch will be a gift.Buy Apple Watch Ultra 3 for…
  - 23 hours ago 22 Jun 26, 1:23pm -
• AirPods Max 2 plunge to record-low $399 ahead of Amazon Prime Day
  Amazon has issued a steeper price drop on AirPods Max 2 leading up to Prime Day, with the over-ear headphones plunging to a record-low price of $399.Save $150 on Apple's new AirPods Max 2 headphones - Image credit: AppleYou can pick up AirPods Max 2 at a $150 discount at Amazon when you opt for the Starlight finish, which is the lowest price on record for the 2026 release. If you prefer another color option, Walmart is matching the $399 price across the line.Buy AirPods Max 2 for $399 Continue R…
  - 1 day ago 22 Jun 26, 12:00pm -
• Amazon slashes Apple Watch Series 11 to $279 in early Prime Day sale
  Save $120 to $200 on the Apple Watch Series 11 with new early Prime Day deals, as Amazon drops prices on numerous styles.Save up to $200 with early Prime Day Apple Watch Series 11 deals - Image credit: AppleAmazon's early Prime Day Apple Watch sale includes discounts across the entire wearable line, but we're pleased to see the Apple Watch Series 11 has received a steeper price drop today, bringing the wearable down to $279. Save $120 to $200 on numerous styles, including 46mm case options and G…
  - 1 day ago 22 Jun 26, 9:32am -
• Amazon's $169 AirPods Pro 3 deal is back for Prime Week
  After selling out last week, Amazon has replenished AirPods Pro 3 inventory, while retaining the record low price of $169.Amazon's best AirPods Pro 3 deal has returned.Amazon's best AirPods Pro 3 deal has returned as Prime Day approaches. Grab an $80 discount, which matches the lowest price on record for the earbuds. Considering inventory sold out when the deal was last available, it's worth snapping up the savings now to avoid a possible stockout when Prime Day starts on June 23.Buy AirPods Pro…
  - 1 day ago 22 Jun 26, 8:38am -
• Sunday Reboot: The right marketing, the wrong changes
  In this week's "Sunday Reboot," Beats subverts the World Cup, and GymKit and Malcolm's gym are updated in opposite ways.Jamal Musiala with some taped Beats - Image Credit: Instagram/Beats/Jamal MusialaSunday Reboot is a weekly column covering some of the lighter stories within the Apple reality distortion field from the past seven days. All to get the next week underway with a good first step.This week, current Apple CEO Tim Cook warned of price increases, Brazil adopted EU-style App Store rules…
  - 1 day ago 22 Jun 26, 1:36am -
• Apple Vision Pro vs Snap Specs: Two visions of face-worn computing, compared
  Apple wants you to step into a virtual world, while Snap wants you to stay in the real one. Here's how their very different approaches to spatial computing compare.Apple Vision Pro [left] vs Snap Specs [right]The launch of Snap Specs at Augmented World Expo on June 16 is a big shift forward for the social company. After the previous effort of Snap Spectacles, Snap Specs are a step closer to the augmented reality future by being smart glasses with a built-in display.This is something that brings…
  - 2 days ago 21 Jun 26, 11:46pm -
• Mac game developers need to enable this in Steam to avoid a 32-bit problem
  If Mac game developers miss these settings, their brand new game for Apple Silicon will be listed as unplayable on anything after macOS 10.15 Catalina either. Here's how to tell Steam that your game is compatible, and where the flags are.Steam's macOS Catalina warning Valve Software's gaming storefront, Steam, is the biggest of its kind when it comes to PC and Mac gaming. It is essential for any game developer targeting those platforms to put a build on Steam, due to the sheer size of its audien…
  - 2 days ago 21 Jun 26, 8:47pm -
• Incoming CEO John Ternus may be looking to fix something that isn't broken
  John Ternus has been talking about focusing on Apple's core strength of design once he takes over as CEO, and a now a questionable report extrapolates that this means he'll shake up the design team.John Ternus plans to concentrate on Apple's core strength of designJohn Ternus is now best known for taking over as Apple CEO from Tim Cook, but as recently as January 2026, he took control of the firm's design team. Now according to Bloomberg, far from leaving that because of other CEO duties, he is…
  - 2 days ago 21 Jun 26, 8:23pm -
• Apple's home automation updates & new product releases will stretch into 2028
  Apple's home automation updates and new product roadmap powered by Siri AI will kick off in 2026 with HomePod and Apple TV updates, but if you're excited for the robotic arm for a Home Hub, you're going to be waiting a while.A HomePod mini update should finally arrive in 2026It's no secret that Apple's new AI push will include several new products like the long-rumored Home Hub. However, the timing of some of those products' releases remains in question.According to the "Power On" newsletter fro…
  - 2 days ago 21 Jun 26, 8:10pm -
• Tiny Ann Arbor Apple Store will move to a bigger space in July
  The Apple Store at Briarwood Mall in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is getting an upgrade. It's set to shift over to a larger space in the same mall at the end of July.Apple Briarwood - Image Credit: AppleThe Apple Briarwood store is one of the smallest outlets in Apple's retail empire. However, that will soon change for the better.In Sunday's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg, Mark Gurman writes that the Briarwood Mall store is getting a major upgrade. It will be changing its spot to a larger space wit…
  - 2 days ago 21 Jun 26, 7:58pm -
• Save up to $300 with these early Prime Day Apple deals
  Prime Day 2026 kicks off on Tuesday, but there are numerous Apple deals in effect now that deliver the lowest prices of the season.Grab early Prime Day Apple deals from just $14.99 - Image credit: AppleThere are several early Prime Day Apple deals worth checking out this weekend, as the sale festivities kick off. From AirPods 4 for $99 to triple-digit discounts on M5 MacBook Air models, Apple products are a popular pick for Prime Day.Shop Prime Day deals Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discus…
  - 2 days ago 21 Jun 26, 3:22am -
• New Aspekt Touch & Folio displays bring touch-first computing to Macs
  Alogic is bringing more touch and stylus input options to Mac with a new desktop monitor and portable displays, expanding a lineup that adds a feature Apple doesn't offer on its own hardware yet.The Aspekt Touch 27The company unveiled the Aspekt Touch 27 and Folio portable displays at InfoComm 2026, expanding its lineup of touch-enabled hardware for Mac users. Both products let users interact directly with apps, documents, presentations, and creative projects through touch and stylus input.Alogi…
  - 4 days ago 19 Jun 26, 11:12pm -
• What Siri AI, Apple TV, & more are like with CarPlay in iOS 27
  CarPlay is seeing one of its biggest updates in years thanks to the upcoming release of iOS 27. Here are all the new features, including Siri AI and Apple TV apps.CarPlay in iOS 27At WWDC 2026, Apple officially unveiled its next version of iOS. The update, iOS 27, will be released in the fall of 2026 and is packed full of useful new features.CarPlay, Apple's in-car UI, is powered by iOS, so this new software will bring a bunch of enhancements to your car. This year, at least one major feature wi…
  - 4 days ago 19 Jun 26, 10:57pm -
• Amazon's AirPods 4 sale slashes price to $99, with delivery by Father's Day
  Amazon's $99 AirPods deal makes a great gift for Dad, as delivery by Father's Day is still available to many locations.Grab AirPods 4 for $99 ahead of Father's Day.Early Prime Day deals are running now at Amazon as the retailer gears up for its mega sale starting on June 23. If you're looking for a last-minute gift for Dad, AirPods 4 are marked down to $99 after a $30 discount.Buy AirPods 4 for $99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 4 days ago 19 Jun 26, 9:39pm -
• Siri AI leaves older Apple Watches behind without a clear reason
  Apple's latest explanation for Siri AI on Apple Watch identifies which models support the feature, but it still doesn't explain why older watches are excluded despite requiring a nearby Apple Intelligence-enabled iPhone.Apple Watch Series 11A June 19 interview with TechRadar offered Apple's first public response to questions about the cutoff. Apple Watch and Health Product Marketing Manager Cait Dooley said Siri AI and other watchOS 27 features work best on newer hardware.Apple specifically poin…
  - 4 days ago 19 Jun 26, 9:07pm -
• Siri AI, Snap Spectacles, and iPhone rumors on the AppleInsider Podcast
  Siri AI is turning out to be absolutely brilliant, except when it isn't, plus there are now Snap Spectacles, and rumors about the iPhone Fold, on the AppleInsider Podcast.A render of a potential iPhone Fold design - image credit: AppleInsiderOf course you haven't been so foolish and reckless as to install the developer betas of iOS 27 and the rest. These do seem to be remarkably stable, but your two hosts have both had problems, and totally different ones.They're not calamitous problems, but th…
  - 4 days ago 19 Jun 26, 7:35pm -
• iPhone factory right back in the spotlight as India opens new contamination probe
  After a conflict between guards and farmers nearly ended in violence, Tata's Indian iPhone factory is now facing health authority accusations of contamination.Tata's iPhone component production facility in Hosur, Tamil Nadu, India. Image Credit: TataEarly on June 15, 2026, India's Tamil Nadu Pollution Board (TNPCB) was reportedly threatening to force a shutdown of Tata's iPhone plant. It followed a series of inspections that reportedly found contaminated wastewater had reached local wells.Tata w…
  - 4 days ago 19 Jun 26, 5:36pm -
• Top 20 most streamed artists on Apple Music revealed
  It should come as no surprise that Taylor Swift, Bad Bunny, Ariana Grande, and Kendrick Lamar are among the top 20 most streamed artists of all time on Apple Music. Check out the full list.Apple Music has shared its top 20 artists of all timeApple Music launched on June 30, 2015, and it celebrated 10 years of streaming with a top 500 songs list. A year on, the streamer has shared a new metric.The new chart is the top 20 artists of all time on Apple Music, shared by Chart Data on social media. It…
  - 4 days ago 19 Jun 26, 6:08am -
• A12 & A13 Apple devices face an unpatchable SecureROM vulnerability
  Security researchers have published a new unpatchable SecureROM exploit for Apple's A12 and A13 chips, extending public BootROM exploitation beyond the devices affected by checkm8.iPhone XRSecurity firm Paradigm Shift disclosed the unpatched exploit, called usbliter8, on June 18. It achieves code execution through a flaw in Apple's USB boot process.The vulnerability affects devices powered by Apple's A12 and A13 chips, including the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR, and iPhone 11 lineup. Seve…
  - 5 days ago 18 Jun 26, 11:46pm -
• Apple's 1TB M5 MacBook Pro dips to $1,529 with B&H coupon
  B&H's bonus coupon drives the price of Apple's 1TB MacBook Pro with an M5 chip down to $1,529.Grab a MacBook Pro coupon at B&H for a limited time - Image credit: AppleThe $170 total discount at B&H is in the form of a $150 instant markdown stacked with a $20 in-cart coupon.Buy 14" MacBook Pro M5 for $1,529 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 5 days ago 18 Jun 26, 11:32pm -
• EU-style App Store rules reach Brazil with new app stores & payments
  Apple is bringing alternative app marketplaces and payment options to iPhone users in Brazil under an agreement with the country's antitrust regulator, extending App Store changes that were previously limited to the European Union.Apple announces changes to iOS in BrazilThe changes reflect an agreement with Brazil's competition regulator, the Conselho Administrativo de Defesa Economica, known as CADE, and will arrive as part of iOS 26.5. Developers can begin integrating the new capabilities imme…
  - 5 days ago 18 Jun 26, 10:35pm -
• Formula 1 Austrian Grand Prix will be free on Apple TV in the US
  Apple TV will stream an entire Formula 1 race weekend free to U.S. viewers for the first time, opening every Austrian Grand Prix session to fans without a subscription.Austrian Grand PrixViewers in the United States will be able to watch all Formula 1 Austrian Grand Prix sessions live through Apple TV at no cost. The free access runs from June 26 through June 28 and includes every on-track session, from practice and qualifying to Sunday's Grand Prix.The schedule begins with Practice 1 at 7:30 a.…
  - 5 days ago 18 Jun 26, 10:24pm -
• Woody Harrelson and Matthew McConaughey team up in Apple TV's new comedy series "Brothers"
  A decades-old family secret threatens to unravel a lifelong friendship in "Brothers," set to premiere on Apple TV in September.Image credit: Apple TVThe series follows fictionalized versions of McConaughey and Harrelson, a pair of lifelong best friends. After Woody's daughter's wedding falls apart, he turns to Matthew for comfort, only to find out from Matthew's mother that the pair may actually be related.While Woody will do anything to uncover the truth, Matthew finds himself navigating a diff…
  - 5 days ago 18 Jun 26, 8:48pm -
• Trump confirms that Apple will buy chips made by Intel
  Intel's stock has risen after Trump announced that the company will make chips for Apple, but it's not clear when chips will get delivered, how many will ship, or how much the deal is worth.Intel is confirmed to be producing chips for Apple - image credit: IntelFollowing initial rumors that Apple was in discussion with Intel over manufacturing processors, it was revealed in May 2026 that test production had begun.Now in a late-night posting on Truth Social, Trump announced that "Apple has agreed…
  - 5 days ago 18 Jun 26, 5:29pm -
• How to update an iPad with your Mac when Software Update fails
  A Mac can update an iPad using the same iPadOS software Apple delivers through Software Update. Here's how Finder can help recover failed installs, fix update problems, and restore devices that won't start properly.Updating an iPad via macOSUpdating your iPad directly through Settings remains the easiest way to keep the device current. Apple can automatically download and install new software overnight while the iPad is charging and connected to Wi-Fi if Automatic Updates is enabled.The seamless…
  - 5 days ago 18 Jun 26, 4:06pm -
• Pressure mounts for Apple to give unionized workers better options as Towson store closes
  The Mayor of Baltimore has added his voice to the many telling Apple it needs to reconsider either closing the Towson store or at least giving its employees better opportunities in the region.Apple Towson is closing. Image source: AppleOn June 20, Apple's first unionized Apple Store will close alongside two other stores in other regions. They're all stores in failing malls, but the problem with Towson in particular is the lack of options employees are getting.An official statement from the mayor…
  - 5 days ago 18 Jun 26, 6:27am -
• Apple's AI agents in Xcode 27 make vibe coding easier
  Making an app with Xcode may soon become easier than ever with AI, as an Apple presentation highlights the different use cases and capabilities of agentic coding.Xcode 27 can build entire apps for you with the help of AI. Image Credit: AppleWhile WWDC 2026 saw all eyes on Siri AI, as Apple rolled out features that were supposed to arrive two years ago, the company also unveiled AI-focused developer tools. Game Porting Toolkit 4 includes support for agentic coding, and the same is true for Xcode…
  - 5 days ago 18 Jun 26, 4:36am -
• John Sculley, Apple's most maligned CEO, was ousted 33 years ago
  It took a little while for John Sculley to actually leave Apple, but his reign as CEO ended on June 18, 1993, bring to a close his story of financial hits and disasters, plus driving Steve Jobs out of the company.John Sculley in 2015 — image credit: Web SummitIf you can just stick around long enough, your reputation is likely to change. Today it's common to see ex-Apple CEO John Sculley praised, or at least described as having been unfairly treated by history.There are reasons to back that up,…
  - 6 days ago 17 Jun 26, 7:06pm -
• Ugreen NASync DH4300 Plus review: Affordable Time Capsule backup replacement
  The Ugreen NASync DH4300 is a very easy-to-use and affordable network attached storage appliance for beginners who need more capacity than your typical entry-level network storage appliance, or for folks who are still relying on a Time Capsule for backup.Ugreen NASync DH4300 PlusWe're getting to a point with cloud storage that in the long run, having a local cloud is a good idea. And, network attached storage (NAS) isn't just for networking experts anymore.But, it's easy to underestimate needs.…
  - 16 Feb 26, 2:23am -
• TP-Link Deco BE14000 review: more capable whole-home tri-band mesh Wi-Fi 7
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