The Unofficial Apple Blog

• newApple Rolls Out Fifth iOS 26.6, macOS 26.6 Betas
  Apple has rolled out the fifth developer betas of iOS 26.6, iPadOS 26.6, macOS Tahoe 26.6, watchOS 26.6, visionOS 26.6, tvOS 26.6, and HomePod Software 26.6. The latest releases continue the company’s testing cycle as it prepares stable updates for users before shifting full attention to its next-generation operating systems. The fifth beta arrives one […]The post Apple Rolls Out Fifth iOS 26.6, macOS 26.6 Betas appeared first on TUAW.
  - 17 hours ago 14 Jul 26, 3:23pm -
• newMeta Pushes Apple for AirPods-Style Device Pairing
  Meta is urging Apple to provide the same seamless pairing experience that AirPods users already enjoy. The request focuses on Meta Quest headsets and Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses. If approved, users could pair a Meta device with one Apple product and automatically use it across their other Apple devices. The request comes after months of […]The post Meta Pushes Apple for AirPods-Style Device Pairing appeared first on TUAW.
  - 17 hours ago 14 Jul 26, 3:15pm -
• newCrashStealer Malware Uses Fake Apple Tool to Target Mac Users
  Cybersecurity researchers have identified a new macOS malware strain called CrashStealer that uses deceptive tactics to steal sensitive user data. The malware reaches victims through a signed and Apple-notarized meeting application before installing a fake system utility that mimics Apple’s crash-reporting software. Researchers at Jamf Threat Labs first detected the malware in early May. They […]The post CrashStealer Malware Uses Fake Apple Tool to Target Mac Users appeared first on TUAW.
  - 17 hours ago 14 Jul 26, 3:05pm -
• Stolen iPad Helps Police Capture Suspect Wanted for Bank Robbery
  A stolen iPad helped authorities arrest a man wanted on multiple criminal warrants, including a federal bank robbery charge. The case began after someone reported valuables stolen from a parked vehicle in Harris County, Texas. Investigators later tracked the missing iPad to a home in neighboring Montgomery County. Deputies also spotted a vehicle connected to […]The post Stolen iPad Helps Police Capture Suspect Wanted for Bank Robbery appeared first on TUAW.
  - 2 days ago 13 Jul 26, 2:46pm -
• Apple Pencil May Get Major Redesign to Meet EU Battery Rules
  Apple may introduce redesigned Apple Pencil models in early 2027 to comply with new European Union battery regulations. Reports suggest the update will arrive alongside the next-generation iPad Pro powered by Apple’s expected M6 chip. Although Apple has not confirmed the plans, the reported timeline matches earlier predictions for its 2027 iPad lineup. The European […]The post Apple Pencil May Get Major Redesign to Meet EU Battery Rules appeared first on TUAW.
  - 2 days ago 13 Jul 26, 1:07pm -
• Apple Readies 2026 Back to School Deals for Students
  Apple is preparing to launch its annual Back to School promotion in the United States. The campaign is expected to begin during the week of July 13, according to reports. The seasonal event traditionally offers students, parents, and educators discounts on selected Apple products. The promotion arrives as families begin shopping for the new academic […]The post Apple Readies 2026 Back to School Deals for Students appeared first on TUAW.
  - 2 days ago 13 Jul 26, 12:57pm -

Apple Insider

• newLaserPecker 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 hours ago 15 Jul 26, 6:50am -
• newOpenAI'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…
  - 5 hours ago 15 Jul 26, 3:11am -
• newOpenAI 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…
  - 6 hours ago 15 Jul 26, 2:36am -
• newiCloud $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…
  - 7 hours ago 15 Jul 26, 1:12am -
• newApple 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…
  - 8 hours ago 15 Jul 26, 12:19am -
• newPrismML 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…
  - 9 hours ago 14 Jul 26, 11:38pm -
• newPort-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…
  - 11 hours ago 14 Jul 26, 9:31pm -
• newiPhone 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…
  - 11 hours ago 14 Jul 26, 9:28pm -
• newApple'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 this Tuesday, 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…
  - 11 hours ago 14 Jul 26, 8:57pm -
• newThese 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…
  - 12 hours ago 14 Jul 26, 8:26pm -

• newMadden 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…
  - 12 hours ago 14 Jul 26, 8:24pm -
• newOLED 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…
  - 13 hours ago 14 Jul 26, 7:47pm -
• newGlass 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…
  - 13 hours ago 14 Jul 26, 7:27pm -
• newOwning 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…
  - 15 hours ago 14 Jul 26, 5:50pm -
• newHow 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…
  - 24 hours 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…
  - 1 day 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
  - 1 day 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…
  - 1 day 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…
  - 1 day 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…
  - 1 day 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…
  - 1 day 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…
  - 2 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…
  - 2 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…
  - 2 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…
  - 2 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…
  - 2 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…
  - 2 days ago 13 Jul 26, 5:03pm -
• Sunday Reboot: No cell service for 250 years
  In this week's Sunday Reboot, an iPhone 17 Pro Max goes underground for a very, very long time.America 250Sunday Reboot is a weekly column covering some of the lighter stories within the Apple reality distortion field from the past seven days. All to get the next week underway with a good first step. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 2 days ago 13 Jul 26, 4:50pm -
• 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…
  - 2 days ago 13 Jul 26, 11:19am -
• Apple Watch Series 11 drops to $299 with Amazon deal, save $100
  Amazon has brought the 42mm Apple Watch Series 11 back down to $299 for the weekend, offering $100 off its regular price. The sale also includes discounts on larger 46mm models and premium titanium styles.Save $100 on Apple Watch Series 11 styles.Weekend Apple Watch shoppers have plenty of reasons to take a look at Amazon, where Apple Watch Series 11 models are $100 off across multiple configurations. The standout offer drops the 42mm GPS model to $299, within $20 of the lowest price on record.B…
  - 2 days ago 13 Jul 26, 1:05am -
• M6 era will last just six months as Apple pushes for AI-focused M7
  It takes years to tape out a chip and bring it to market, with overall industry seismic shifts taking much less time. Nothing will demonstrate that better than the rumored six-month gap between the M6 processor debut and the AI-focused M7.With no M6 Pro or M6 Max on the horizon, don't expect much from the Mac Studio. Apple's chip lines have gradually become more AI-centric, and that will be the same in the future too. However, rather than sticking to an established release format, Apple's intend…
  - 2 days ago 12 Jul 26, 8:36pm -
• Power of Apple's M7 & M8 chips was born from Apple Car research
  We've been telling you this for years — Apple Car research wasn't lit on fire, and the fruits of Apple's labor on it will be seen in artificial intelligence performance in the M7 and M8 processor.16-inch MacBook Pro will be the first to get M7 Pro processorsBefore AI used to be called Apple's biggest failure, that title went to the Apple Car which was cancelled after ten years of development and ten billion dollars of investment. AppleInsider argued at the time that Apple Car research would pa…
  - 2 days ago 12 Jul 26, 8:29pm -
• EU regulations could force an Apple Pencil upgrade in early 2027
  The iPad Pro with M6 is expected in early 2027 and Apple may release upgraded Apple Pencil models with easier-to-replace batteries in time for new EU regulations.EU regulations will force Apple to rethink Apple Pencil designThe European Union mandated in 2023 that consumer electronics must have easily replaced batteries by 2027. One of Apple's notoriously impossible-to-repair products is the Apple Pencil, which could see some design changes to meet this mandate.According to the "Power On" newsle…
  - 3 days ago 12 Jul 26, 7:58pm -
• Assess Apple's imminent Back to School sales, before you pull the trigger on a bad deal
  Apple is preparing to launch its annual Back to School promotions in the United States. Take a minute after they're revealed to assess before you buy, because they're very rarely blockbuster deals, and other vendors will likely have better ones.MacBook Neo will be a popular item this Back to School sales period. Each summer, Apple joins the rest of retailers by holding Back To School offers. Preparing for the academic year ahead, students and teachers can get some extra money off from their purc…
  - 3 days ago 12 Jul 26, 7:41pm -
• Crime blotter: Stolen iPad leads to arrest of accused bank robber
  A woman is bitten after her iPad is stolen, dozens of iPads are stolen from an elementary school, and a man is arrested for selling fake AirPods to police, all in this week's Apple Crime Blotter.The Lenox Square Apple Store (Apple) The latest in an occasional AppleInsider series examining the world of Apple-related crime. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 3 days ago 12 Jul 26, 5:11pm -
• Apple's 100% tariff exemption may have been helped by Intel supply deal
  Apple may have been pushed into a deal to contract Intel for chip production, with it claimed to have persuaded President Trump into giving it an exemption from 100% semiconductor tariffs.Intel could soon be making Apple's chips. Image credit: IntelIn August 2025, facing the prospect of semiconductor tariffs at 100%, Apple managed to secure an exemption from the massive import fees.It appeared at the time to have been avoided thanks to a major investment in U.S. manufacturing efforts. But it may…
  - 4 days ago 11 Jul 26, 6:26pm -
• Apple sues OpenAI & previous VP of product design over mass IP theft
  In what will be a blockbuster suit, Apple is suing OpenAI, alleging that two ex-employees, one of whom was Apple's previous Vice President of Product Design for iPhone and Apple Watch, maintained an ongoing and successful effort in stealing intellectual property to enrich OpenAI's development efforts.Tang Yew Tan did design work for Apple for years on iPhone and the above pictured Apple Watch Ultra Series 3In the suit, filed on Friday, Apple goes into some detail about what two named defendants,…
  - 4 days ago 11 Jul 26, 2:55am -
• Save $700 on LG's 32-inch UltraFine evo 6K Thunderbolt 5 monitor
  Breathe new life into your Mac setup with LG's 32-inch UltraFine display that offers easy Thunderbolt 5 connectivity and 6K resolution. At $700 off, it's $240 cheaper than the Apple Studio Display too.Save $700 on the LG UltraFine 6K Display with Thunderbolt 5 - Image credit: LGThe LG 32-inch UltraFine evo 6K Monitor pairs easily with modern Macs thanks to its Thunderbolt 5 port. And at $1,299.99 after a $700 discount, this monitor comes in at least $240 cheaper than the 5K 27-inch Apple Studio…
  - 4 days ago 10 Jul 26, 9:02pm -
• Facebook & Instagram's addictive design could cost Meta $12.5 billion
  Meta's Facebook and Instagram both use "addictive design" that could fall foul of the European Union's new Digital Services Act, and the European Commission has already preliminarily found Meta's iPhone apps are in breach of its rules.Instagram and Facebook's design may break the EU's rulesIn a press release shared today, July 10, the European Commission put Meta on notice. A few core aspects of Meta's smartphone apps are at the core of the Commission's investigation.Meta now has the right to de…
  - 5 days ago 10 Jul 26, 7:20pm -
• iPhone Fold, AirPods with cameras, & time capsules all in question on the AppleInsider Podcast
  Rumors continue to go back and forth on whether the iPhone Fold will launch on time, plus there is now a question on if AirPods will get cameras at all. This and more on the AppleInsider Podcast.iPhone 17 Pro Max slight damage after a year with no caseApple is placing an iPhone 17 Pro Max in a time capsule, and presumably when it is opened in 250 years, there will have been a lighter and cheaper Apple Vision Pro. However, rumors suggest Apple might me more focused on AI and glasses instead.Those…
  - 5 days ago 10 Jul 26, 6:43pm -
• iPhone Fold battery now rumored to have less capacity than expected
  A leaker claims to have the specifications for both of the batteries expected in the iPhone Fold, and the suggestion is that despite its thin chassis, it will have all-day battery life.The two sides of the iPhone Fold are each expected to house a battery.A leak in February 2026 claimed that the iPhone Fold would have the largest-capacity battery of any iPhone ever, but stopped short of any specifics. Around the same time, a separate rumor said that capacity would be 5,000 mAh, and the battery wo…
  - 5 days ago 10 Jul 26, 6:15pm -
• No, EU iPhones won't have a removable battery door in 2027
  Despite what you might have seen on the internet, iPhones sold in the European Union will not have a removable back panel for easy battery replacement, and they probably never will. Here's why.iPhone batteries aren't changing any time soon. Image credit: AppleYou've probably seen AI TikTok slop and random Reddit posts that claim the EU will force Apple to bring user-replaceable batteries to the iPhone in 2027. But in what should be a surprise to nobody, they're all wrong.But like so much viral-y…
  - 5 days ago 10 Jul 26, 5:55pm -
• Govee 21-inch Smart Ceiling Light Ultra review: blurry motifs & excellent lighting
  Govee has been on a roll lately introducing new lights with interesting designs and abilities. The Smart Ceiling Ultra is a decent addition, even with limited Apple ecosystem functionality.Govee 21-inch Smart Ceiling Light Ultra review: I've tested several Govee lighting solutions previously, and none were a disappointment. My biggest issue then, which continues to today, is Govee's insistence on using its app for most functions.The Govee 21-inch Smart Ceiling Light Ultra is a large circular lig…
  - 5 days ago 10 Jul 26, 5:14am -
• AI agents move deeper into business workflows with ChatGPT Work & GPT-5.6
  ChatGPT Work turns ChatGPT into an AI agent that can complete multi-step projects across connected apps and desktop tools with GPT-5.6 powering the new experience.ChatGPT WorkChatGPT Work is designed for longer assignments instead of one-off prompts. It can gather information from connected apps and workflows, create spreadsheets, presentations, documents and web apps, then continue working for hours by breaking larger projects into smaller steps.The new experience runs on GPT-5.6 and includes b…
  - 5 days ago 10 Jul 26, 12:56am -
• Apple going big at Comic Con with a 2-hour panel and show preview
  Apple TV is going to be a big presence at Comic Con 2026, with the company set to host a two-hour panel and share a first-look preview for the second season of "Dark Matter.""Widow's Bay" will have a presence at Comic Con this year.Comic Con, which gets underway on July 23 and runs through July 26, will be held in San Diego and will no doubt be as popular as ever. And Apple TV will back up its recent collection of 89 Emmy nominations with a strong showing.Not only will Apple be present, but it w…
  - 5 days ago 9 Jul 26, 11:28pm -
• Import duty cuts make India even more attractive for iPhone manufacturing
  India has made iPhone manufacturing more attractive by eliminating import duties on key smartphone components, lowering costs for companies assembling devices in the country.Tim Cook in a previous visit to India — image credit: AppleIndia on July 9 removed import duties of 5% to 7.5% on several components used to manufacture smartphones and other electronics. Covered parts include wireless charging modules and lithium-ion cells.Reuters reported that the exemptions remain in effect through Marc…
  - 5 days ago 9 Jul 26, 10:58pm -
• Price rises certain as iPhone 18 Pro Max component costs soar
  If a new estimate is correct, and we suspect it is, then Apple is paying dramatically more to produce each iPhone 18 Pro Max compared to its predecessor, and that will mean price rises of $200 or more.The current iPhone 17 Pro MaxApple left all iPhone models untouched in its recent and unprecedented price rise, but it was already likely that the forthcoming iPhone 18 Pro range would be affected. Now according to estimates from Counterpoint Research, the bill of materials (BOM) that Apple will pa…
  - 5 days ago 9 Jul 26, 9:03pm -
• Amazon's $659 Apple Watch Ultra 3 deal is about to sell out, grab the discount now
  Amazon has slashed the price of the Apple Watch Ultra 3 to $659.97, just $10 from the record low.Save $140 on an Apple Watch Ultra 3 while supplies last - Image credit: AppleAmazon's $659.97 deal is available on the Apple Watch Ultra 3 with a Bright Blue Trail Loop Band in M/L. The 49mm GPS + Cellular model with a Natural Titanium Case is $140 off while supplies last.Buy Apple Watch Ultra 3 for $659.97 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 5 days ago 9 Jul 26, 8:43pm -
• 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…
  - 92 days ago 14 Apr 26, 5:48am -
• How to use Apple Games & Game Center for cross-device play & cloud saves
  Apple has a way for videogamers to keep progress and friends synced, leveraging iCloud to do it. Here's how to get the most out of Apple Games and Game Center.How to use Apple Games & Game CenterApple's revamped gaming tools let players jump between iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV, without losing progress or juggling accounts. The combination of the Apple Games app and Game Center turns Apple's ecosystem into a cohesive option for gamers.Apple has turned its once basic Game Center system into a…
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