The Unofficial Apple Blog

• newApple Extends Security Updates for Older Macs
  Apple has released fresh software updates for Macs running macOS Sequoia and macOS Sonoma. The new releases focus on security, stability, performance, and compatibility rather than adding new features. As a result, users who have not upgraded to macOS Tahoe can continue receiving important software support. The updates are available through Software Update on supported […]The post Apple Extends Security Updates for Older Macs appeared first on TUAW.
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• newmacOS 26.6 Improves Stability Ahead of macOS 27
  Apple has officially released macOS 26.6 to the public. While the update does not introduce major new features, it focuses on improving stability, performance, and security across supported Mac computers. The release follows five developer beta versions and a release candidate before becoming widely available. At the same time, Apple also issued updates for older […]The post macOS 26.6 Improves Stability Ahead of macOS 27 appeared first on TUAW.
  - 8 hours ago 31 Jul 26, 3:37pm -
• newwatchOS 26.6 Focuses on Stability and Performance
  Apple has rolled out watchOS 26.6 for supported Apple Watch models. Although the update introduces no major new features, it delivers important improvements that help devices run more smoothly. The latest release continues Apple’s strategy of refining its software before the next major operating system arrives. According to the release information, watchOS 26.6 is build […]The post watchOS 26.6 Focuses on Stability and Performance appeared first on TUAW.
  - 8 hours ago 31 Jul 26, 3:18pm -
• visionOS 26.6 Prepares Apple Vision Pro for Siri AI
  Apple has released visionOS 26.6 for Apple Vision Pro. Although the update introduces no major user-facing features, it includes important bug fixes, security patches, and performance improvements. More importantly, it appears to prepare the headset for the arrival of Siri AI in a future software release. As Apple focuses on visionOS 27, the current update […]The post visionOS 26.6 Prepares Apple Vision Pro for Siri AI appeared first on TUAW.
  - 3 days ago 29 Jul 26, 5:29am -
• tvOS 26.6 Brings Stability Updates to Apple TV and HomePod
  Apple has released tvOS 26.6 for Apple TV and HomePod devices. Unlike major software upgrades, this update focuses on improving stability, performance, and overall reliability. Although users will not find new features, the release helps keep supported devices running smoothly. The latest version continues Apple’s pattern of delivering regular maintenance updates between major software releases. […]The post tvOS 26.6 Brings Stability Updates to Apple TV and HomePod appeared first on TUAW.
  - 3 days ago 29 Jul 26, 4:52am -
• iPadOS 26.6 Prepares iPads for Siri AI
  Apple has released iPadOS 26.6 for compatible iPads. Although the update adds few visible features, it delivers important security improvements and prepares devices for the next generation of Siri AI. The release focuses on behind-the-scenes changes rather than new interface updates. Apple shifted most of its development work to iPadOS 27. Even so, iPadOS 26.6 […]The post iPadOS 26.6 Prepares iPads for Siri AI appeared first on TUAW.
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Apple Insider

• newUnimpressed Goldman Sachs trims AAPL target by $10 after earnings call
  Despite raising its Apple price target just days before earnings, investment bank Goldman Sachs has recalibrated its forecasts and while still mostly positive, has now pulled the target back down to $360.Analysts believe Apple will do well in the Q3 results. That possibly premature rise before the report saw Goldman Sachs take its price target from $340 to $370. So its new value of $360 is still up on what it had been since May 2026, and the company's analysts believe that Apple is taking the ri…
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• new2027 iPhone 18 rumors: Smaller Dynamic Island, 12GB or 9GB RAM, 2nm A20 chip
  Apple's base model iPhone 18 is probably not going to arrive until spring 2027, but the rumor mill already has a lot to say about the device. Here's what you need to know.The iPhone 18 is set to debut in the spring of 2027.September marks the arrival of new-and-improved iPhone models, from the standard variant to the high-end Pro and Pro Max. Though the premium models always get the latest features, even the base model gets some well deserved attention now and then.With the iPhone 17 range, the…
  - 54 mins ago 31 Jul 26, 10:23pm -
• newServices slowdown pushes Morgan Stanley's AAPL target down to $360
  Morgan Stanley has pared its Apple price target from $364 to $360 after slowing Services growth and higher memory costs weakened its earnings outlook, despite strong demand for the company's products.John Ternus and Tim CookThe investment bank kept its Overweight rating on Apple, but analyst Erik Woodring said two of the three factors that usually support the stock are under pressure. Morgan Stanley identified those factors as the iPhone, Services, and gross margins.The iPhone remains the strong…
  - 59 mins ago 31 Jul 26, 10:18pm -
• newFirst Apple Silicon-native CrossOver build in testing as Rosetta's end nears
  The writing is on the wall, so CodeWeavers is removing its reliance on Rosetta 2. A very early test version of Apple Silicon-native Crossover is now available for testing.CrossOver is finally ready for Apple SiliconCross-platform app compatibility tool CrossOver was designed to work on Intel Macs and could only work on newer M-series models thanks to Apple's Rosetta 2 translation layer. Apple put developers on notice in June 2025, warning them that they would need to build apps designed without…
  - 2 hours ago 31 Jul 26, 9:14pm -
• newApple's M4 Pro Mac mini is back in stock & $30 off, but supply is limited
  A top seller that's priced at a 30-day low, Amazon's M4 Pro Mac mini deal is both on sale and available to ship in 1-2 days.Apple's M4 Pro Mac mini is available at Amazon a month before Apple itself.With increased demand for headless machines to run AI agents, Apple's M4 Pro Mac mini has been sold out for much of the year. But Amazon has the M4 Pro configuration with 24GB of memory and 512GB of storage back in stock, and it's $30 off, bringing the price down to $1,569.99.Buy M4 Pro Mac mini for…
  - 3 hours ago 31 Jul 26, 8:28pm -
• newiPhone leasing, the new China problem, & Apple's future on the AppleInsider Podcast
  The Apple Upgrade program has been revealed, so it's time to discuss what leasing your Apple products actually means. Plus, your hosts discuss Apple's plan to combat the chip shortage on the AppleInsider Podcast.Apple Glasses face a privacy problemApple Upgrade is no longer a rumor and the details match up with what was expected. While Apple won't be remotely locking iPhones when people miss payments, the lease terms are straightforward about where fees might appear.AI-driven RAM shortages have…
  - 3 hours ago 31 Jul 26, 8:12pm -
• newHuge $300 iPhone 18 Pro price hike rumored as chip shortage bites
  Following price hikes across the rest of Apple's product lineup, one analyst believes that the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro could be hit with a massive $300 increase, a bump that might not be out of the question considering other recent price changes.The iPhone 18 Pro might be a hard sell for Apple.Apple increased the price of its Macs, iPads, and other products in June 2025 as a result of increasing RAM and storage costs. Some Mac models saw four-digit price hikes, although the iPhone lineup was left…
  - 4 hours ago 31 Jul 26, 7:08pm -
• newRosenblatt hikes AAPL to $300 on expected iPhone 18 demand, still underwater
  Securities firm Rosenblatt is still bearish on Apple's future, seeing short term supply problems as well as difficulties matching the iPhone 17 range's success. Just the same, it has raised its price target to a still-underwater $300.iPhone 17 Pro was such a hit that Apple may have difficulty matching itFollowing Apple's latest earnings call, the company's shares took their usual inexplicable dip, but investment and securities firms are looking further ahead. Rosenblatt, which remains amongst th…
  - 5 hours ago 31 Jul 26, 5:48pm -
• newFrom iTools to iCloud: Apple's first foray into Software as a Service
  Before iCloud became the backbone of the Apple ecosystem, it spent more than a decade evolving through three distinct services: iTools, .Mac, and MobileMe.iTools, as part of Mac OS 9 | Image Credit: Matt J FullerIf you've got an iPhone, you've got an iCloud account. Sure, you might only have the base account, but you're still signed up for it.And for most of us, we probably actively engage with iCloud to some degree. After all, iCloud is what Apple uses to store your Messages, Photos, Notes, Con…
  - 7 hours ago 31 Jul 26, 4:09pm -
• newJP Morgan lowers Apple price target on supply constraint worries, still bullish long-term
  While price increases didn't worry the investors at JP Morgan, ongoing supply chain constraints will have a short-term impact, and thus their new price target is $340.Apple's record-breaking quarter wasn't enough to keep investors from worryingIt's been a bumpy few months for Apple thanks to RAM shortages, price increases, and supply constraints. Investors expect that these problems will continue through December even if Apple finds ways to counteract their effects.In a note seen by AppleInsider…
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• newApple AI compute costs will be covered by iCloud+ subscriptions, for now
  Monetizing AI is a tricky business and it seems Apple's only plans so far are tying daily usage limits to users' iCloud+ subscription tier, but whether or not that'll be enough isn't yet known.Siri AI could get costly for AppleApple may be prioritizing on-device AI, but the requests that need to go to Private Cloud Compute servers still cost money. Those costs will be offset by offering increased daily usage limits for higher iCloud+ tiers, but that may only be the start of Apple's AI monetizati…
  - 16 hours ago 31 Jul 26, 7:27am -
• newHigh iPhone demand won't be met by supply during September quarter
  As it has been almost all of 2026, Apple's September-quarter growth is expected to be slowed by a lack of supply-side availability that won't be able to meet "incredibly strong demand" for iPhone, iPad, and Mac products.Supply chain constraints will impact revenue in spite of high demandIf you're going to have a problem in this world, it isn't so bad to have an Apple problem. In spite of its $109 billion record breaking June quarter, analysts are already sweating about the September quarter.Appl…
  - 19 hours ago 31 Jul 26, 4:39am -
• newTernus's MacBook Neo pushes Mac sales to unexpected Q3 heights
  Apple's Mac sales rose by more than 25% in the last quarter, compared to the same time period in 2025, solely on the back of the MacBook Neo that incoming CEO John Ternus championed.MacBook Neo: The Mac laptop for most peopleShortly before John Ternus was announced as Apple's next CEO, it was noticeable that he was the one championing the MacBook Neo instead of Tim Cook. As well as part of handing over the reigns, though, this was because the MacBook Neo project was driven by Ternus.Now accordin…
  - 20 hours ago 31 Jul 26, 3:12am -
• newTim Cook says goodbye to analysts & shareholders on his final Apple earnings call
  Outgoing Apple CEO Tim Cook has presented his final earnings call, the quarterly financial phone meeting the company has with analysts, and just as at WWDC, he made a relatively quiet farewell.Apple CEO Tim Cook had already presented his final WWDC, now it's his time for him to bow out of the quarterly earnings calls - image credit: AppleIn a change to the usual format of these earnings calls, Cook took a moment to talk both about himself and how the handover to John Ternus is going.Before we ge…
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• newApple hits 1.5 billion subscription milestone, still falls short of Wall Street wants
  Apple has reached 1.5 billion paid subscriptions across its platform, adding another milestone to an Apple Services business that generated record June-quarter revenue of more than $30 billion.Apple appsCEO Tim Cook disclosed the milestone during Apple's fiscal third-quarter earnings report. Apple didn't provide a breakdown showing how many subscriptions belong to its own services or third-party apps sold through the App Store.The figure represents paid subscriptions rather than 1.5 billion indi…
  - 20 hours ago 31 Jul 26, 3:02am -
• newApple blows away Wall Street guess-work again with record-breaking earnings
  Apple has reported its third-quarter financials for 2026, posting revenue of $109.4 billion, in what is the last full quarter under the control of current CEO Tim Cook.Current Apple CEO Tim Cook [left], CFO Kevan Parekh [right]The third quarter of Apple's financial calendar is usually the quietest of the year. For 2026, it's still something for Apple's investors to shout about.During the quarter, Apple hit revenue of $109.4 billion, which is up 16 percent year-over-year. Continue Reading on App…
  - 20 hours ago 31 Jul 26, 2:58am -
• newTariff refunds bolster Apple's record-breaking June quarter
  Apple's gross margins and earnings per share were boosted by the tariff refunds the company received so far. Another $1 billion in tariff refunds are still unaccounted for.Tariff refunds helped boost Apple's June quarterEven as new potentially illegal tariffs affect Apple's supply chain, the company has received refunds for some of the damages done by the previous illegal ones. Apple's record-breaking quarter didn't need the help of the tariff refunds, but it does add some extra flair to the alr…
  - 21 hours ago 31 Jul 26, 2:35am -
• newA $0.27 dividend follows Apple's strongest June quarter yet
  Apple will pay shareholders a quarterly cash dividend of $0.27 per share on August 13, maintaining the rate it introduced earlier in 2026 after reporting its strongest June quarter on record.Apple ParkThe dividend will go to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 10. Apple's board approved the payment alongside the company's fiscal third-quarter earnings results.The board raised Apple's dividend by 4% from $0.26 to $0.27 per share in April. The latest declaration keeps that hi…
  - 21 hours ago 31 Jul 26, 2:30am -
• newApple pledges on-ground wildfire relief for Europe, earthquakes in Japan
  Apple is backing relief efforts in both Japan and Europe, with donations announced by CEO Tim Cook.Apple donates to European wildfire reliefNorth America isn't the only region struggling to combat the growing problem of wildfires; it's an ongoing problem in Europe as well. According to the Joint Research Centre, more than 434,976 hectares have been burnt in 1,400 fire instances in 2026 alone.Recent fires in southwestern France have burned so intensely that they created a fire-generated thunderst…
  - 22 hours ago 31 Jul 26, 1:14am -
• G4 meets M4: This project fuses an iconic iMac with a Mac mini
  The iMac G4 is instantly recognizable, but it's even better when you swap out its aged internals for a full-on Mac mini powered by Apple's M4 chip to create the perfect mix of iconic design and top-tier performance.This M4 iMac isn't like the ones Apple sells today. Image: moddingdome.comThe iMac G4 has been around since 2002, and it's just as stunning today as it was almost a quarter of a century ago. But its IBM PowerPC chip leaves a lot to be desired at a time when Apple Silicon has changed t…
  - 1 day ago 30 Jul 26, 10:51pm -
• Amazon launches $399 Samsung 32" M80F monitor deal, now $300 off
  Save $300 on Samsung's 32-inch M80F smart monitor at Amazon today, matching the all-time low price of $399.99.Amazon's limited-time monitor deal drives M80F down to $399.99 - Image credit: SamsungYou can pick up the Samsung M80F Smart Monitor for $399.99 at Amazon thanks to a $300 month-end discount.Buy 32" Samsung M80F for $399.99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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• It's not just humanoid robots, new robot vacuums face a US blockade
  A new Federal Communications Commission order goes far, far beyond banning just humanoid robots, and will leave Apple Home users with fewer new autonomous robot vacuums to choose from.A robot vacuum in Apple HomeThe FCC added foreign-produced "advanced robotic devices" to its Covered List on July 28, citing surveillance, remote-control and supply-chain risks. Covered devices can't receive new FCC equipment authorizations unless the Department of War grants a Conditional Approval.The ban goes way…
  - 1 day ago 30 Jul 26, 8:55pm -
• How to change your Home address in Maps on iPhone
  Changing your home's address on Apple Maps can be almost as stressful as moving home in real life, but there's one sure-fire way to get the job done without pulling your hair out.Remember to update your home address whenever you move house.The Apple Maps app is a great way to get around, whether you're using it while driving via CarPlay or just walking. It also makes it easy to quickly get directions to the places that you visit often, like your home or where you work.But if you've moved home an…
  - 2 days ago 30 Jul 26, 8:34am -
• US senators urge Apple to abandon plans for Chinese-made chips
  Apple wants to use China-sourced chips for products sold in China during the AI-driven memory shortage, but a letter from US senators hopes to persuade Apple otherwise.US senators don't want Apple seeking help from ChinaThe hype cycle around what is basically a natural evolution of an advanced autocomplete engine has destabilized the global economy and supply chain. The ever-increasing demand for more components to build data centers has led to a global chip and component shortage.Apple has look…
  - 2 days ago 30 Jul 26, 7:48am -
• Apple's reliance on Qualcomm could decline faster than expected after Q4 2026
  The 2026 iPhone lineup could divest further from Qualcomm as Apple increases use of its in-house C-series modem, though Qualcomm blames supply constraints on a faster-than-expected transition.iPhone 17e uses an Apple C-series modemQualcomm and Apple's relationship has been in question since Apple's release of an in-house C-series modem. While a contract between the companies is set to end in March 2027, Qualcomm is looking to use AI data centers to replace the revenue provided by Apple.According…
  - 2 days ago 30 Jul 26, 5:01am -
• Amazon slashes AirPods Max 2 to $449 with a month-end $100 discount
  We covered Amazon's $99 AirPods 4 deal yesterday, and today AirPods Max 2 are $100 off, bringing the over-ear headphones down to $449.Save $100 on AirPods Max 2 with Amazon's month-end sale.AirPods Max 2, which were released in 2026, are $100 off at Amazon today, with all five color options eligible for the triple-digit markdown at press time.Buy AirPods Max 2 for $449 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 2 days ago 29 Jul 26, 11:36pm -
• UK is asking for 'highly intrusive' controls over App Store, says Apple
  Apple has told UK regulators that the plans to adopt more EU-like measures over the App Store are too restrictive, go beyond promoting competition, and amount to illegal regulation of service pricing.UK Parliament - image credit: ParliamentThe UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is considering emulating the European Union, including forcing Apple and Google to open their App Stores to rivals. As the regulator's open consultation with interested parties concludes, Reuters reports how App…
  - 2 days ago 29 Jul 26, 10:48pm -
• AI leaves the chat window behind with Gemini's new Mac voice mode
  Google is bringing voice-first AI assistance to the Mac, letting Gemini turn spoken requests into finished text without pulling users out of the app they're already using.Macs could finally get a Gemini appGemini's default intelligent dictation mode transcribes speech at the cursor and automatically removes verbal fillers such as "ums" and "ahs." Google said the feature produces polished text directly where the user is already working.Users can also enable screen-aware reasoning, which lets Gemi…
  - 2 days ago 29 Jul 26, 8:40pm -
• Apple's corporate espionage suit against OpenAI: How we got here
  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 29 Jul 26, 5:40pm -
• iPhone sales keep rising in China even as market declines
  New figures from China show that the overall smartphone market has declined, yet sales for foreign models like the iPhone have soared.Apple is seeing increased iPhone sales again in ChinaAhead of the next Apple earnings call on July 30, 2026, there is a report that iPhone sales have again gone up in the crucial Chinese market. According to Reuters, the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology (CAICT) has released certain figures for June smartphone sales.There is very little de…
  - 2 days ago 29 Jul 26, 5:33pm -
• Twelve South Valet mini review: A luxe MagSafe catch-all with new, faster speeds
  Twelve South updated its luxe Valet MagSafe charger and catch-all with better performance and a new size, helping it fit into even more homes.Twelve South Valet 4.25-inch review: The tray is a wonderful catch-all for a few EDC itemsThe Valet is a clever device, and something I'm surprised we don't see more of in the space. It combines a MagSafe charger with a leather-lined tray to hold your daily essentials.When I reviewed the original Twelve South Valet, I had one primary criticism. While the d…
  - 3 days ago 29 Jul 26, 5:29am -
• No major reset is coming as John Ternus prepares to take over Apple
  Apple is presenting John Ternus as the steady continuation of Tim Cook's leadership, with the incoming CEO praising the company's momentum while declining to reveal how he intends to reshape it.John TernusCook and Ternus appeared together July 27 at the Los Angeles premiere of the Apple TV series Ted Lasso, giving Apple an unusually public setting to present its approaching leadership handoff.The event was Cook's final Apple TV premiere as CEO and Ternus' first since Apple named him as Cook's su…
  - 3 days ago 29 Jul 26, 1:21am -
• There's still time to grab AirPods 4 for $99, AirPods Pro 3 for $199 at Amazon
  Month-end Apple deals are in full effect at Amazon, with AirPods 4, AirPods Pro 3, and AirPods Max 2 discounted by up to $100.Grab AirPods for as low as $99 at Amazon today - Image credit: AppleThose looking for the lowest AirPods price this week can take advantage of Amazon's $99 special on AirPods 4, reflecting a $30 price cut off MSRP.Buy AirPods 4 for $99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 3 days ago 29 Jul 26, 12:30am -
• Got a lot of Apple hardware? Here's how an Apple Ring can bind them all
  Apple has had countless patents granted over the smart ring technology it still won't tell anyone about, but a new one shows just how an Apple Ring might control all of your devices.Render of a possible Apple Ring - image credit: AppleInsiderYes, an Apple Ring would surely be a health monitor, and yes, it would likely dominate the fitness market, but it won't break up marriages. It's also surely coming some day, sorry Oura, but until now the focus has been on what it will do, not necessarily wha…
  - 3 days ago 28 Jul 26, 10:30pm -
• Ahead of earnings, Goldman Sachs hikes AAPL target to $370
  Goldman Sachs has increased its AAPL price target to $370, with the firm expecting good third-quarter results, and a faithful audience keeping purchase volumes up even after hardware price increases.Analysts believe Apple will do well in the Q3 results. Ahead of Apple's quarterly financial results release and call with analysts on Thursday, Goldman Sachs has raised its bar for Apple to reach.In a note to investors seen by AppleInsider, issued on July 27, Goldman Sachs has increased the price tar…
  - 3 days ago 28 Jul 26, 9:55pm -
• Amazon slashes $500 off 14-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro with 2TB SSD
  Amazon's $500 discount on Apple's latest 14-inch MacBook Pro with an upgrade to 2TB of storage brings the laptop down to $2,499.Save $500 on Apple's 14-inch MacBook Pro with 2TB SSD - Image credit: AppleThe $500 price cut is available on both of Apple's color options, with the upgraded laptop discounted to $2,499. This configuration has Apple's M5 Pro chip with a 15-core CPU and 16-core GPU, as well as 24GB of unified memory. The standout spec is the 2TB SSD, providing extra storage space for fi…
  - 3 days ago 28 Jul 26, 9:30pm -
• Apple Upgrade: What you're going to pay per month for iPhone, Mac, or iPad
  The Apple Upgrade program is here, giving consumers ways to lease even more products. Here's how much you'll pay to lease your hardware, and what happens when the lease term has ended.Apple Upgrade lets you lease an iPhone 17, as well as other hardware. On July 28, Apple launched the Apple Upgrade program to replace the iPhone Upgrade Program. One that also enables consumers to buy more than just iPhones.Under the new program, consumers can elect to lease a Mac, an iPad, or an Apple Watch, as we…
  - 3 days ago 28 Jul 26, 9:15pm -
• Your iPhone could stop you getting into the wrong Uber ever again
  A newly-granted Apple patent proposes using iPhone AR to identify an oncoming vehicle, to be certain that it's the ride you booked.Detail from the patent showing how an iPhone screen could help you find the right car - image credit: Apple.Maybe it's more common for people to deliberately push their way into a waiting car they know isn't theirs, but it can also happen by accident. That's perhaps especially true when you are at a crowded event and everybody in sight has also booked a ride.To solve…
  - 3 days ago 28 Jul 26, 9:10pm -
• Apple's smart home hardware refresh draws closer with Siri AI smarts
  Apple is going to make a bigger play for the smart home using Siri AI, with updates to the HomePod mini, a new Apple TV, and the rumored Home Hub arriving between October and early 2027.An early artist's impression of a HomePod with a screenApple has long been rumored to be working on a swathe of new smart home hardware, with Siri AI at the heart of the company's renewed home push. As Siri AI becomes a bigger figure in its main operating systems, including iOS 27, Apple is ready to capitalize on…
  - 3 days ago 28 Jul 26, 8:10pm -
• Back to Richmond in season 4, 'Ted Lasso' changes the playbook
  Apple's first full "Ted Lasso" season 4 trailer brings Jason Sudeikis back to Richmond with a new team and a clear reason to reopen the show's story.Early image of the new season - image credit: Apple TVThe trailer reveals little about how Ted leaves Kansas or what brings him back to AFC Richmond. Instead, Apple focuses on the returning cast, familiar locations, and the optimistic tone that helped turn Ted Lasso into one of Apple TV's defining shows.Sudeikis returns alongside Hannah Waddingham a…
  - 3 days ago 28 Jul 26, 7:46pm -
• Privacy is dead, personal AI prompts indexed by Google search
  Hundreds of private, personal, and sometimes slightly disturbing prompts and chats made with Claude.AI surfaced online through nothing more than a search.Maybe it was a novelist figuring out a plot, otherwise if you're in Kansas and you have an attorney, perhaps you should be the one asking questions.This isn't like the way Claude Cowork recently escaped its sandbox and went through users' files, and it also isn't still a problem. At time of writing, all signs of this privacy breach have been re…
  - 3 days ago 28 Jul 26, 7:30pm -
• Strong iPhone demand turns Apple's rebound into a $5 trillion run
  At the start of trading on Tuesday, Apple touched $5 trillion in valuation, extending a historic run built on record iPhone revenue, a rebound in China, and continued growth from Services.$AAPL reached a new highThe milestone comes after Apple first closed above $4 trillion on October 13, 2025. Apple added another $1 trillion in market value in less than a year.The company was already worth about $4.88 trillion when its shares closed at $333.74 on July 17, 2026. The closing price allowed Apple t…
  - 3 days ago 28 Jul 26, 7:23pm -
• Beyond Preview: How UPDF brings PDF editing, conversion, OCR, and AI to Mac and iPad
  While Preview can do a lot to a PDF, sometimes you need more. UPDF can help with more advanced PDF capabilities, as a cheaper alternative to Adobe Acrobat.UPDF 2.5 is a cost-effective alternative to Adobe Acrobat - Image credit: UPDFPreview is a frequently used tool for Mac users, providing a quick and lightweight way to look at documents. It's also got editing capabilities, so you can mark up or add signatures to forms without much effort. Continue Reading on AppleInsider
  - 3 days ago 28 Jul 26, 7:09pm -
• Apple Upgrade goes live as a new installment plan for iPhone, iPad, Mac, & Apple Watch
  Apple's new financing plan, Apple Upgrade, has launched, with consumers able to make a monthly lease payment for a higher-end iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple Watch.Apple Upgrade is here as the iPhone Upgrade Program replacementPreviously leaked on July 21, Apple has now officially launched Apple Upgrade, its new leasing program. Replacing existing initiatives like the iPhone Upgrade Program, Apple Upgrade expands what U.S. consumers can lease to more than just iPhones.Under Apple Upgrade, consumers…
  - 3 days ago 28 Jul 26, 6:31pm -
• OLED MacBook Pro will get displays exclusively from Samsung
  The touch-enabled MacBook Pro will get its OLED screens only from Samsung Display, as Apple seemingly freezes out other suppliers for the inbound model.The current M5 MacBook Pro, without an OLED display. The OLED MacBook Pro is currently expected to arrive either in late 2026 or early 2027. While the release timing is up for debate, it is claimed that there is only going to be one supplier of the key component itself.According to sources of TheElec on Monday, Apple's working on OLED and touch-e…
  - 3 days ago 28 Jul 26, 5:35pm -
• B&H launches steeper M5 MacBook Air discounts, saving you up to $200
  Both 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air laptops are on sale at B&H this week, with new markdowns slashing up to $200 off a variety of configurations and color options.Save up to $200 on Apple's latest MacBook Air at B&H - Image credit: AppleEach of the triple-digit MacBook Air discounts highlighted below also includes free 2-day shipping within the contiguous U.S. so you can begin using your new laptop right away.Save up to $200 on M5 MacBook Airs Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our F…
  - 5 days ago 26 Jul 26, 11:29am -
• Keychron Q1 Ultra 8K review: mechanical keyboard performance multiplier
  There seems to be no ceiling for mechanical keyboards and the Keychron Q1 Ultra 8K is proof. It features an all metal build, wireless options, ZMK, 8KHz polling, and layer after layer of foam.Keychron Q1 Ultra 8K reviewKeychron continues to pump out new keyboards at a breakneck pace. The Q1 Ultra 8K is the latest model to sit at the top of Keychron's lineup, replacing the Max.I've reviewed a lot of Keychron's keyboards, and with the exception of the unique Q3 Pro SE, I believe the Q1 series is m…
  - 94 days ago 29 Apr 26, 5:35am -
• Anker Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station review: Fast, portable, & smart
  The Anker Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station is a fantastic portable charger that is MagSafe-compatible, delivering up to 25W of power to your iPhone, while simultaneously charging your AirPods and Apple Watch.Anker Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station review: The perfect travel accessoryWith the launch of Qi2.2, we've started to see a trickle of chargers that have embraced the latest standard. Anker, which already launched a highly-praised Qi2.2 desktop charger, is now out with a foldable…
  - 9 Apr 26, 5:45am -
• How to prepare a tech emergency kit before the next blackout hits
  Long outages catch people off guard, but a few smart tools make it easier to stay charged, informed, and reachable while you wait for the power to return.Maintaining a tech emergency kit is crucialYou know how it goes — power outages are becoming more frequent and lasting longer. These days, our smartphones are our lifeline, not those old landlines on the wall.When you think of an emergency kit, you probably picture food, water, and first aid supplies. But let's not forget about those little t…
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• How to change what the iPhone 17 Camera Control button does
  Unless you've gone looking in System Settings, you may not be aware that the Camera Control button on the iPhone 16 and iPhone 17 can be set to do other functions besides set up and take a picture. Here's how to change it.The Camera Control button is currently unique to the iPhone 16 and 17 lineups.By default, pressing the Camera Control button launches the Camera app on the iPhone 16 and iPhone 17 models. Once open, pressing the button again will take a picture, or pressing and holding will sho…
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