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• newOpenAI’s AI Speaker Could Challenge Smart Home Market
  OpenAI may soon enter the consumer hardware market with its first standalone device. Recent reports suggest the company is building an AI-powered smart speaker. The product aims to act as a personal companion instead of a traditional voice assistant. Although OpenAI has not confirmed the project, reports point to a late-2026 announcement and an early-2027 […]The post OpenAI’s AI Speaker Could Challenge Smart Home Market appeared first on TUAW.
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• newiPhone Gains Ground in China as Android Prices Rise
  Apple strengthened its position in China’s smartphone market during the second quarter of 2026. The improvement came even as overall smartphone shipments continued to decline. According to IDC, the market recorded its fifth straight quarterly drop, with shipments falling 4.3% year over year to 66 million units. Despite the slowdown, Apple emerged as one of […]The post iPhone Gains Ground in China as Android Prices Rise appeared first on TUAW.
  - 9 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 12:49am -
• newOLED iPad Mini Could Arrive Before End of 2026
  Apple’s smallest tablet could receive a major display upgrade next year. A new industry rumor claims the company is preparing an OLED iPad mini for release in the second half of 2026. If true, the update would mark the first time Apple’s compact tablet adopts OLED technology. At present, the iPad Pro remains the only […]The post OLED iPad Mini Could Arrive Before End of 2026 appeared first on TUAW.
  - 12 hours ago 16 Jul 26, 10:23pm -
• iPhone 20 Glass Redesign Rumor Gains Momentum
  Fresh reports suggest Apple’s rumored iPhone 20 could feature a major glass-focused redesign when it launches in 2027. According to a Chinese industry source, a production facility has already been renovated to support manufacturing for the anniversary model. While Apple has not confirmed the claim, the reported preparations have added credibility to earlier redesign rumors. […]The post iPhone 20 Glass Redesign Rumor Gains Momentum appeared first on TUAW.
  - 2 days ago 15 Jul 26, 4:41pm -
• Apple Updates iPadOS 27 and macOS 27 Beta 3
  Apple has quietly released version 2 updates for iPadOS 27 beta 3 and macOS 27 beta 3. The updated builds arrived as the company launched its first public betas for OS 27. However, the refreshed developer versions only apply to iPadOS and macOS. Every other OS 27 beta kept the same beta 3 build numbers. […]The post Apple Updates iPadOS 27 and macOS 27 Beta 3 appeared first on TUAW.
  - 2 days ago 15 Jul 26, 4:32pm -
• Apple Opens Public Beta Testing for iOS 27 and macOS 27
  Apple has released the first public beta versions of its next-generation operating systems. The rollout includes iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27 Golden Gate, watchOS 27, visionOS 27, and tvOS 27. The update follows several rounds of developer testing that began after Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference in June. The public beta allows more users to […]The post Apple Opens Public Beta Testing for iOS 27 and macOS 27 appeared first on TUAW.
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Apple Insider

• newSave $400 on Apple's M5 Max MacBook Pro 16-inch with spacious 2TB SSD
  Amazon's $400 discount on Apple's high-end 16-inch MacBook Pro with an M5 Max chip and 2TB SSD is available now, with delivery as early as tomorrow for Prime members.Save $400 on Apple's 2TB M5 Max MacBook Pro at Amazon - Image credit: AppleThe M5 Max 16-inch MacBook Pro is on sale for $3,999 at Amazon in your choice of Space Black or Silver. This high-end configuration has Apple's M5 Max chip with an 18-core CPU and 32-core GPU, along with 36GB of unified memory and a spacious 2TB SSD.Save $400…
  - 8 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 1:28am -
• newAI-generated Roblox games are about to get much easier to make on iPhone
  Roblox is putting AI game creation inside its mobile app, giving more people a faster way to turn a written idea into a playable experience without starting in Roblox Studio.Mobile-first AI creation on RobloxThe company will begin a public alpha of Build in New Zealand on July 28, 2026. The mobile-first AI tool turns text prompts into playable games inside the Roblox app and will include publishing among its selected early features.Build adds a creation tab to the mobile app. A user can describe…
  - 9 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 12:55am -
• newHide My Email class action lawsuit seeks payout without evidence of any attacks
  A proposed class action is trying to turn Apple's unresolved Hide My Email flaw into a nationwide payout without alleging that the vulnerability was used in an attack or that the plaintiff's email address was exposed.Apple's Hide My Email serviceAnthony Alvarez filed the lawsuit against Apple on July 15 in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The complaint accuses the company of false advertising, fraud, breach of contract, and other violations tied to its marketing o…
  - 10 hours ago 16 Jul 26, 11:59pm -
• newiPad & iPad Air refreshes are coming, but not until 2027
  While a new iPad mini is expected before the end of 2026, a new report says you'll need to wait longer for updates to the entry-level iPad, iPad Air, and iPad Pro.The whole iPad range is scheduled for updates.The most recent rumors of the first update to the iPad mini since October 2024 have claimed that it will be released with an OLED screen before the end of 2026. Now according to Bloomberg, this update is the first of several iPad model refreshes.Specifically, the report claims that Apple pl…
  - 14 hours ago 16 Jul 26, 7:58pm -
• newFour more chip plants promised as TSMC teases a further $100 billion US expansion
  Apple's main processor supplier TSMC has announced another increase in US investment, saying its new plants will include ones making its most advanced chips.TSMC plant in Arizona - image credit: Christopher PayneIn May 2026, TSMC announced an additional $20 billion investment in its Arizona plants. Now according to the Financial Times, the company has revealed plans to build four more plants, costing a total of $100 billion.Howard Lutnick, US commerce secretary, said that the extra investment wo…
  - 14 hours ago 16 Jul 26, 7:52pm -
• newiPad mini with OLED release imminent, pricing unclear
  While the rumor that the next iPad mini would have an expensive OLED screen is not new, what is, is that in all likelihood it will ship very shortly after the iPhone 18 Pro release.iPad mini 7 running Assassin's CreedThe unit, said to be codenamed J510, is very late in the development process. While Thursday's report by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman doesn't explicitly say that it is in mass production, it will have to be by now to make Apple's rumored timetable for release.A release for the new unit i…
  - 14 hours ago 16 Jul 26, 7:34pm -
• newMass production of folding iPhone vapor cooling system has begun
  Apple has reportedly increased the number of vapor chamber coolers it has ordered from its suppliers, with the company likely to use them in its first foldable iPhone as well as the 20th-anniversary celebration model.The iPhone 17 Pro uses a vapor chamber for cooling purposes - Image Credit: iFixitThe report doesn't go into detail, but it's claimed that Apple has "significantly increased" the total vapor chamber cooling plates on order. It's thought that the first phone to benefit from the new p…
  - 17 hours ago 16 Jul 26, 5:16pm -
• newApple's Back to School offers have started, but you can do much better
  Apple has launched an unusually limited Back to School series of deals and they are not to be dismissed, but there are far greater discounts to be had from other resellers.Apple's lates Back to School offer is now live - image credit: AppleEven when it isn't raising prices, it is a rule with Apple that it will never actually have sales on its products, except for certain regular promotions in China. So for this latest deal, it is again falling back on offering Apple gift cards alongside selected…
  - 19 hours ago 16 Jul 26, 3:16pm -
• Apple Maps ads exclude home services, political ads, and more
  Apple has now announced who can advertise on Apple Maps, barring entire business categories while still giving itself the right to final say over any advertisements on the platform.Ads will appear in search results on Apple Maps from April 14, 2026 — image credit: AppleOn Tuesday, Apple updated its advertising guidelines. This was particularly noteworthy as it outlines the policies that advertisers will be expected to follow when advertising on Apple Maps.Perhaps not surprisingly, Apple's poli…
  - 1 day ago 16 Jul 26, 12:59am -
• Apple bumps monthly AppleCare+ for iPad, Mac by 50 cents
  Apple has marginally increased the cost of its individual AppleCare+ subscription, costing consumers an extra 50 cents per month to protect their Mac or iPad.AppleCare+ logoJust like any other subscription, warranty and repair services often go up in price over time. On July 15, Apple did just that to AppleCare+.The price for the monthly AppleCare+ packages increased by 50 cents per month, or $5 per year for the annual plan, reports Bloomberg. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Fo…
  - 1 day ago 16 Jul 26, 12:55am -

• Apple's new 36-month cellular iPad financing plan is good, but you can save money elsewhere
  Before you take advantage of Apple's new 36-month financing on cellular iPads, you should check to see if there are better deals first, since there are no discounts through Apple's programs.iPad AirThe new 36-month option appears at checkout when someone buys a Wi-Fi + Cellular iPad from Apple, alongside paying in full or using Apple Card Monthly Installments. It's available for the iPad, iPad mini, iPad Air and iPad Pro, subject to carrier approval.Apple's own interest-free financing still runs…
  - 1 day ago 16 Jul 26, 12:16am -
• Who is Tang Tan, the ex-Apple VP at the core of OpenAI's trade secret theft lawsuits
  Apple's former vice president of product design, Tang Tan, is at the center of two trade secret theft lawsuits against OpenAI. Here's who he is, how he got started, and why he is crucial to OpenAI's future.Tang Tam - Image Credit: mit.gelstagram/InstagramOn July 10, Apple filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging that two former Apple employees stole its intellectual property. The trade secrets would allegedly be used by OpenAI's hardware teams to produce new products, including a planned AI devi…
  - 1 day ago 15 Jul 26, 11:31pm -
• Big AI acquisitions are not off the table under new CEO John Ternus
  Apple knows that it needs to get really serious about AI server chips. There are signs that the company is willing to spend big under John Ternus to buy its way out of its AI problem.Siri could get even more powerful thanks to AI-related acquisitions. We already know that Apple is looking at deals such as one with PrismML to improve its on-device processing and Siri's capabilities. Apple also wants to further its server-based AI processing too.According to an article published on Wednesday by Th…
  - 2 days ago 15 Jul 26, 9:06pm -
• OpenAI blames email mixup for why it didn't respond to Apple trade theft claims
  It seemed as if the last straw for Apple was how OpenAI failed to respond to complaints about trade secret theft, but the ChatGPT maker says it did reply and the real problem is a lack of attention to detail by Apple's lawyers.OpenAI CEO Sam Altman - image credit: Emerson CollectiveApple is suing OpenAI over alleged theft of intellectual property, and initially the firm's response was an empty claim of being unaware of the issue. However, as first spotted by NBC, OpenAI's lawyers are now concent…
  - 2 days ago 15 Jul 26, 8:50pm -
• Save $150 on Apple's 1TB M5 MacBook Air at Amazon
  Amazon is knocking $150 off 1TB 13-inch MacBook Air M5 models, available with 16GB or 24GB of RAM.Save $150 on 1TB 13-inch MacBook Air models - Image credit: AppleThe $150 markdown can be found on two 13-inch MacBook Air models, each with 1TB of storage. With the discount, the M5/16GB/1TB option is now $1,449, while the 24GB option is marked down to $1,649.Save $150 on 1TB MacBook Air M5 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 2 days ago 15 Jul 26, 8:25pm -
• Apple Intelligence finally on the road to release in China
  A new official filing marks the conclusion of another regulatory hurdle that has been preventing Apple Intelligence from launching in Apple's crucial Chinese market.Apple Intelligence previously, and briefly, launched in China by mistake but now appears set to be officially released soon.In mid-June 2026, Apple's Chinese partner Alibaba unveiled its latest AI model and, most significantly, revealed that it was now compatible with Apple Intelligence. Now according to Reuters, China's cyberspace r…
  - 2 days ago 15 Jul 26, 5:18pm -
• LaserPecker LX2 review: Leveling up your laser game, for a price
  The LaserPecker LX2 is an enclosed desktop laser cutter with swappable modules that bridges hobbyist and small-business laser work. Its sticker price is intimidating, but it's a useful tool for those who buy it.LaserPecker LX2A laser cutter was once an industrial machine that needed a dedicated workshop. That has changed.Desktop models now bring real cutting power to a home office or studio. The LaserPecker LX2 is one of the more ambitious of these. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on…
  - 2 days ago 15 Jul 26, 6:50am -
• OpenAI's first hardware device will be a HomePod, but don't tell them that
  The description for OpenAI's first hardware device suggests it will be a speaker that can wiggle around a bit while it reads your email, so a HomePod, but more annoying and privacy-invasive.OpenAI's rumored hardware product sounds an awful lot like a HomePodJust moments after OpenAI shared an empty statement on Apple's trade secret lawsuit, new information was shared about the company's upcoming hardware. While it offered no public comment, internally it wants everyone to believe it is a complet…
  - 2 days ago 15 Jul 26, 3:11am -
• OpenAI shrugs, denies responsibility for trade secret theft with vague statements
  OpenAI's second official statement concerning Apple's trade secret lawsuit says nothing and is so generic that only an AI could have generated a statement so bland and empty.OpenAI was once core to Apple's AI strategyApple has alleged that OpenAI systematically recruited Apple employees that could help funnel secret information from within the company. Two individuals were specifically named , Tang Yew Tan, and Chang Liu.On Tuesday, Bloomberg shared OpenAI's latest statement on the matter. It's…
  - 2 days ago 15 Jul 26, 2:36am -
• iCloud $32.8B CSAM lawsuit dismissed, Apple protected under Section 230 laws
  A judge has dismissed an attempted class action lawsuit against Apple, which accused the tech giant of failing to stop the storage of child sexual abuse material on iCloud.iCloudA lawsuit from August 2024 that accused Apple of "privacy-washing" and failing to properly deal with the issue of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) on iCloud has been dismissed.In a ruling reported by Reuters on July 14, U.S. District Judge Noel Wise in San Jose, California, agreed with Apple's argument that it was shie…
  - 2 days ago 15 Jul 26, 1:12am -
• Apple Watch, Meta Glasses, AirPods get reprieve from EU replaceable battery law
  The EU has walked back its rules that would require certain devices to have "easily removable and replaceable" batteries. Amongst those exceptions are the Apple Watch, and AirPods.EU exempts Apple Watch from battery ruleThe European Union has been floating this idea for some time now. The rule, which falls under Commission Regulation (EU) 2023/1670, would require manufacturers to allow users to easily remove and replace batteries within devices.However, it didn't take long for the Commission to…
  - 2 days ago 15 Jul 26, 12:19am -
• PrismML confirms it is in talks with Apple about AI model-shrinking tech
  Five days after initial reports that there was an AI-model shrinking technology by PrismML suitable for iPhones, the company has confirmed it is talking to Apple over the use of its technology.Siri at work on an iPhoneOne of the major problems with AI processing is the need to manage massive models that most normal computers and smartphones cannot easily handle alone. On July 9, the start-up PrismML surfaced with a solution to shrink down the models to a more manageable size.A few days later, on…
  - 2 days ago 14 Jul 26, 11:38pm -
• Port-limited MacBook Neo gets color-matching hub & mouse
  Satechi is giving MacBook Neo owners a color-matching way to add the ports Apple left out with a new lineup of accessories built around the laptop's distinctive design.Satechi products to match MacBook NeoSatechi expanded the MacBook Neo's limited connectivity on July 14 with three color-matched accessories, including two USB-C hubs and a wireless mouse available in Citrus, Blush, Indigo and Silver.The company's new MacBook Neo Collection includes the $44.99 OntheGo 5-in-1 Multiport Adapter, the…
  - 3 days ago 14 Jul 26, 9:31pm -
• iPhone grows China market share as price hikes harm Android rivals
  The iPhone is one of the bright points of China's contracting smartphone market, seeing massive growth thanks to not raising its prices.iPhone sales in China are doing better than the rest of the market, says IDC. The global RAM crisis is a problem for the entire tech industry and is also affecting consumer spending. However, while Apple fights the same problem as everyone else, it is one of the few winners in China's smartphone market.In a July 14 report from IDC into the smartphone market in C…
  - 3 days ago 14 Jul 26, 9:28pm -
• Apple's 1TB M5 MacBook Pro falls to $1,849 in today's price war
  A price war has erupted between Amazon and B&H, resulting in Apple's current M5 MacBook Pro 14-inch falling to $1,849. Plus save up to $500 on a multitude of models.Apple's M5 MacBook Pro is $150 off in price war - Image credit: AppleB&H and Amazon are competing for your business today, with a $150 discount on the 10-core M5 14-inch MacBook Pro with 16GB of unified memory and 1TB of storage, bringing the price down to $1,849. Both Space Black and Silver are available for that price, with B&H sta…
  - 3 days ago 14 Jul 26, 8:57pm -
• These are the things you should do first after updating to iOS 27
  Now that the public beta of iOS 27 is out, here are some of the best things you can do on your iPhone after updating.Welcome screen for iOS 27This update is big, and there's a lot to be excited for. To list just a few of the features, there are new deep parental controls, an easier-to-use Shortcuts app, Apple Intelligence features for Apple Home, enhanced Flyover in Maps, and much more.I've been using iOS 27 for more than a month, and while the update is full of new features and changes, there a…
  - 3 days ago 14 Jul 26, 8:26pm -
• Madden football returns to Mac for the first time in 19 years
  Madden finally returns to the Mac after a 19 year absence, making "Madden NFL 27 Arcade Edition" the biggest football release in Apple Arcade history.Madden NFL 27 Arcade EditionThe game launches August 6 and includes current NFL teams, realistic simulation gameplay and a season-based Franchise mode. Players can also jump into individual games through Quick Play.Franchise mode puts players in charge as general managers, where they can build a roster, manage season-changing storylines and try to…
  - 3 days ago 14 Jul 26, 8:24pm -
• OLED iPad mini may still launch before the end of 2026
  The OLED iPad mini rumors continue to flow, with a mass production claim pointing to a launch in late 2026 at the earliest.iPad mini, sans OLEDThe iPad Pro is the only iPad model to have an OLED display, but rumors have hinted that it will change eventually. If one serial leaker is to be believed, that could happen within months for one variant.According to a Naver post by Yeux1122, the iPad mini with an AMOLED display is expected to launch in the second half of 2026. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible…
  - 3 days ago 14 Jul 26, 7:47pm -
• Glass production plans give the iPhone 20 redesign new credibility
  Apple's iPhone 20 may be heading back toward a more glass-heavy design, with a Chinese leaker claiming that a production site has already been renovated for the expected 2027 model.iPhone 20Fixed Focus Digital said on Weibo that Apple's preferred plan for the rumored iPhone 20 had "returned to glass." The account also said the renovated site was waiting for equipment to begin processing parts with a method similar to the first-generation Air.The Air reference is unclear, but the supplier details…
  - 3 days ago 14 Jul 26, 7:27pm -
• Owning an Apple Home: The broken promise of Matter
  Matter has been a unifying standard for the smart home, but it hasn't saved users from the complexity it promised to fix. Here's where it falls short in some of our Apple Homes.Matter is supposed to be unifying, but manufacturers are resistant to letting users leave their appsThe smart home started life as a disjointed mess and new standards hoped to unify the different platforms. Today, everything feels a little too spread out even with better cross-platform compatibility.Don't get me wrong, ow…
  - 3 days ago 14 Jul 26, 5:50pm -
• How to use Playlist Playground to build Apple Music playlists in seconds
  Apple Music's Playlist Playground feature is a prompt-driven playlist builder that's fast and surprisingly useful, even if it won't replace a carefully curated mix. Here's how to start playing, and how well it works.Apple Music's new Playlist PlaygroundApple added Playlist Playground to Apple Music on March 24 with iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4. It lets users build playlists by describing what they want instead of adding songs one by one.Building playlists in Apple Music takes time, especially when y…
  - 3 days ago 14 Jul 26, 8:31am -
• iPadOS 27 & macOS 27 beta 3 get a version 2 update as public betas drop
  It's OS 27 public beta day, but developer beta testers are getting a little treat with version 2 updates of the iPadOS 27 and macOS 27 beta 3 release.iPadOS 27 beta 3 got a version 2 updateWhile it isn't clear exactly what Apple might have changed in its second version of macOS 27 beta 3 and iPadOS 27 beta 3, they are now available. Every other OS 27 beta retained its beta 3 build numbers for the public beta.The build number for macOS 27 beta 3 version 2 is 26A5378n, up from 26A5368g. The iPadOS…
  - 3 days ago 14 Jul 26, 2:37am -
• First iOS 27, macOS 27 public betas are out, but you should still be careful
  Apple has finally introduced its first public betas of iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27 Golden Gate, watchOS 27, visionOS 27, and tvOS 27.iOS 27's public beta is hereSince the introduction of the 27-generation operating systems at WWDC in early June, Apple has been testing developer beta builds. A few rounds later, and it has started to do the same with the public beta.The first public builds are: Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 3 days ago 14 Jul 26, 2:23am -
• Product managers & engineering leads are the target for Apple's next WWDC26 session
  On July 23, 2026, Apple will hold an online session that is meant to cater to leadership roles and how they might implement Siri AI features, Liquid Glass, and more in their apps for iOS 27.Siri AI can tap into third-party apps thanks to app intentsWWDC 2026 may be over, but that doesn't mean Apple has finished interacting with developers and other businesses outside of Cupertino. In-store and online developer sessions have been going on regularly since the June event, but the next one has a mor…
  - 3 days ago 14 Jul 26, 2:16am -
• Fifth developer betas of iOS 26.6, macOS 26.6 are out now
  The 26-gen operating system updates continue to get tested, with the fifth developer betas of iOS 26.6 and others possibly the last of the cycle.Apple's hardware that works with the 26-generation operating systems - Image Credit: AppleApple is trying out the 27-generation before the fall launches, but it's still working on updates for its current-gen operating system roster.The fifth developer betas landed after the fourth, which arrived on July 6. The third landed on June 29, the second were di…
  - 3 days ago 13 Jul 26, 11:10pm -
• Channel Master Floodlight Pro review & listener question roundup on the Smart Home Insider podcast
  On this week's episode of the Smart Home Insider podcast, we review an innovative light that runs via coaxial cable and answer a pile of listener questions.Smart Home Insider PodcastSince the last episode, developers received the third developer beta of Apple's 27-branded updates. Within the release notes of macOS 27, it was revealed Apple had seemingly decided on pricing for some of its AI-powered features.To use Apple Intelligence with Apple Home, users will need to have at least the 2TB iClou…
  - 4 days ago 13 Jul 26, 8:28pm -
• Facebook demands AirPods-like pairing for its glasses and headsets
  Meta has spent nine months pressing Apple to open up to rivals the way it pairs devices like AirPods, and won't take Apple's excuses for an answer.Meta Ray-Bans in use - Image Credit: MetaFacebook owner Meta has previously been trying to use European Union regulations to get it access to iPhone user data that it cannot possibly have a legitimate use for. But now it's been revealed that the company has also pressed for potentially more reasonable help on pairing its devices."We would like to be a…
  - 4 days ago 13 Jul 26, 8:27pm -
• Apple's corporate espionage suit against OpenAI isn't the first
  Since its founding, Sam Altman's OpenAI has been at the center of multiple controversies, with Apple's intellectual property theft suit being just the latest chapter. Here's the story so far about what's been alleged over the last decade.Sam Altman of OpenAIThe artificial intelligence development wave has greatly affected the tech industry. As usual, this also includes accusations, threats, and lawsuits.OpenAI is no different, as it has attracted many different lawsuits in its short existence. A…
  - 4 days ago 13 Jul 26, 7:44pm -
• iPhone growth defies the smartphone market's worst second quarter in 13 years
  Apple's iPhone shipments rose 3% in the second quarter of 2026 even as the global smartphone market fell 11% to its lowest second-quarter level since 2013.iPhone 17 Pro MaxGlobal smartphone shipments fell 11% from the second quarter of 2025. Apple's share of global shipments climbed separately to a second-quarter record of 20%.Samsung remained the market leader with a 24% share after posting the strongest year-over-year growth among the five largest smartphone makers. Xiaomi followed Apple with…
  - 4 days ago 13 Jul 26, 7:38pm -
• 'CrashStealer' malware poses as an Apple tool to steal passwords & Mac data
  CrashStealer, a newly documented Mac infostealer, used an Apple-notarized meeting app to reach victims before stealing passwords, browser data and cryptocurrency credentials behind a fake system prompt.CrashStealer fake password promptJamf Threat Labs first spotted a suspicious sample on VirusTotal in early May and began seeing matching detections on customer Macs in early July. Further analysis traced the malware to a signed and Apple-notarized first-stage application called Werkbit, giving res…
  - 4 days ago 13 Jul 26, 6:30pm -
• Time for change: 50 Apple Watch updates coming in watchOS 27
  Owners of the Apple Watch can expect more than just Siri AI in watchOS 27. Here are 50 improvements for the wearable's operating system coming this fall.The Dynamic App Grid in watchOS 27Apple's main operating system updates, including iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27 Golden Gate, are getting the bulk of the attention this cycle. That makes sense, as they're the ones most people will directly interact with every day.That's also true in a year where Apple focused mostly on sorting out its artifici…
  - 4 days ago 13 Jul 26, 5:32pm -
• SigLens acquired by Apple for debugging massive apps and services
  Apple has bought SigScalr, the maker of SigLens, giving it a tool to monitor and debug the processes of large numbers of interrelated applications.SigLens lets developers set up continuous monitoring of apps to see how they are working over time - image credit: SigScalrInstead of needing multiple programs ranging from Xcode to Activity Monitor, an application monitoring app like SigLens is one tool that tracks and logs what happens inside several apps, or across many routines within the same one…
  - 4 days ago 13 Jul 26, 5:15pm -
• From rumors to titanium, bad debts and a new backer -- Apple Card is seven years old
  With its move to JP Morgan Chase, Apple Card is facing its first major change — but don't assume that the story of how it got to here is anything but a rocky road. Here's how Apple Card got started, and what to expect from its biggest change yet to come.The physical Apple Card that hasn't changed since 2019Apple Card and all of Apple's financial services that go along with it, do seem a very long way from how the company started out. But it isn't at all far from how in the 1980s, the company l…
  - 4 days ago 13 Jul 26, 5:03pm -
• Amazon revives $199 AirPods Pro 3 deal after Prime Day
  Amazon's post-Prime Day Apple deals are still delivering, with AirPods Pro 3 dropping to their best price since the mega shopping event concluded.Grab AirPods Pro 3 for just $199 at Amazon.Amazon has dropped AirPods Pro 3 back down to $199.99 this week, marking the best post-Prime Day price on Apple's flagship earbuds. While it's not as low as the record discount we saw leading up to Prime Day, the $50 savings beats Black Friday 2025 pricing by $20 and is the strongest deal to return since Prime…
  - 4 days ago 13 Jul 26, 11:19am -
• Sonos Play review: Sonos is back with the Goldilocks of portable speakers
  After a lengthy hardware hiatus, Sonos is back with its portable Play speaker. Between the impressive audio quality and AirPlay streaming, it's a solid choice for any Apple user.Sonos Play review: Sonos is back with a new portable speakerWithout getting too into the weeds, the last couple of years have been unusually tough for Sonos. The speaker maker took a lot of well-deserved flak for rolling out an app update that wasn't ready.This update revamped the UI, but it was also temporarily lacking…
  - 94 days ago 14 Apr 26, 5:48am -
• Baseus PicoGo AM52 Qi2.2 batteries review: multi-device charging & 25W MagSafe
  The Baseus PicoGo line has expanded with the AM52 Qi2.2 MagSafe battery packs, which bring more features and faster speeds to the pocketable chargers. One even has a built-in cable.Baseus PicoGo AM52 review: 10,000 mAh packed as small as it can getI already compared the fall lineup of Baseus battery packs to Apple's odd iPhone Air MagSafe Battery, so there's no need for it today. The two I'm reviewing are massive 10,000 mAh batteries packed in what qualifies as a "slim" case.The Baseus PicoGo AM…
  - 1 Mar 26, 7:32pm -
• Wokyis M5 dock review: Mac Plus looks, M4 Mac mini performance
  The Wokyis M5 gives your M4 Mac mini a cute retro Mac form factor, storage, a five-inch screen, and USB-A ports. What's not to like?Wokyis M5 Mac mini Dock review: Powered on, it's a retro marvel. AppleInsider has looked at a lot of docks over the years. They get dull after a while, since they're all based on designs from one or two Chinese manufacturers.We've never tried one as interesting as the Wokyis M5. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 6 Nov 25, 1:17am -
• How to keep yourself accountable by sharing your Fitness activity on iPhone
  Staying on top of your fitness goals is easier when you share your progress with friends, family, or a coach — here's how you can do it from iPhone.How to share and view Fitness activity on iPhoneGetting into the swing of a new fitness routine can be difficult. Holding yourself accountable is a great way to make sure you stay on track.One way to do this is to share your activity with your family and friends. Or maybe you're training with a personal trainer or coach, and you'd like to keep them…
  - 3 Sep 25, 8:25am -
• How to build your own online e-book library using Calibre
  Turn your Mac into a personal e-book cloud with Calibre, the surprisingly powerful — and totally free — tool for building cross-platform and web-accessible digital library you completely control.How to turn your Mac into an e-book server with CalibreCalibre may not win any design awards, but it's one of the most powerful tools for managing digital books. It's also completely free — a breath of fresh air when everything else seems to come with a mandatory software subscription.Originally bu…
  - 29 Jul 25, 8:37am -
• How to add an email account to Apple Mail on Mac or iOS
  For many, the best email app is the one that came on your iPhone, Apple's own Mail app. To get the most use out of the Mail app, you can set it up to have all of your email accounts and addresses in one place in it.To keep all of your emails in one place, you'll have to make some additionsWhether it be on your Mac or your iPhone, the process of adding an email account to Apple Mail is quick and painless. And, most importantly, it will make sifting through your emails that much simpler.That's bec…
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