Apple Intelligence Home Features Require 2TB iCloud+ Plan in iOS 27
Using Apple Intelligence camera features in the Home app will require an iCloud+ plan starting at 2TB, according to Apple. Apple shared the detail in its notes for the third macOS Golden Gate beta that was released today. In iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27 Golden Gate, the Home app is able to generate written summaries for motion alerts from HomeKit Secure Video cameras. It's also able to group footage from separate cameras for an overview of activity and pull out noteworthy recordings, plus it supports natural language search. Apple said at WWDC that some ‌Apple Intelligence‌ features would require an ‌iCloud‌+ plan, but Apple didn't specify which tier users would need to subscribe to. For the Home features, users will need the 2TB ‌iCloud‌+ plan or better. The 2TB plan includes 2TB of ‌iCloud‌ storage and it costs $9.99 per month. ‌HomeKit Secure Video‌ cloud storage has always required a paid ‌iCloud‌ plan. The 50GB plan allows for one camera, while the 200GB plan supports up to five. The 2TB plan lets users add an unlimited number of ‌HomeKit Secure Video‌ cameras, and now it will also add the ‌Apple Intelligence‌ Home feature set. HomeKit video storage does not count against the storage limit of an ‌iCloud‌+ plan, so the full 2TB stays available for photos and other data. More on what's new in the Home app in ‌iOS 27‌, ‌iPadOS 27‌, and macOS 27 can be found in our guide.Related Roundups: iOS 27, iPadOS 27Tag: Apple IntelligenceThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Siri AI Comes to Apple Watch in watchOS 27 Beta 3
With watchOS 27 beta 3, Apple added support for Siri AI and the ‌Siri‌ app, so Apple Watch users can now use the features right from their wrist. Apple said ‌Siri‌ AI would be coming to the watch back when ‌watchOS 27‌ was first introduced, but the feature wasn't live until now. The Dynamic App Grid that pops up when the Digital Crown is pressed displays the ‌Siri‌ app in the center, and the smarter version of ‌Siri‌ is available to answer queries and complete requests. ‌Siri‌ AI on Apple Watch relies on a nearby Apple Intelligence- compatible iPhone for processing. Conversations in the ‌Siri‌ app on Apple Watch sync to the ‌Siri‌ app across all other devices like iPhone, iPad, and Mac.Related Roundups: Apple Watch 11, watchOS 26, watchOS 27Tag: SiriBuyer's Guide: Apple Watch (Caution)Related Forum: Apple WatchThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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macOS Golden Gate Gets New Wallpaper
With the third beta of macOS 27, Apple added new Golden Gate-themed wallpaper options to the Mac. There are new Golden Gate Sunset and Golden Gate Night options, both of which join the prior Golden Gate abstract wallpaper that Apple introduced with the initial beta. Golden Gate Sunset and Golden Gate Night animate when unlocking the Mac, and can be set as a screen saver. When used as a screen saver, the Golden Gate Sunset wallpaper features waves breaking on the rocks near the Golden Gate Bridge. The Golden Gate Night wallpaper shows cars driving across the bridge. With past updates, Apple has included several themed wallpaper options, so more Golden Gate wallpapers could be added in the future. macOS Golden Gate is limited to developers right now, but we are expecting a public beta soon.Related Roundup: macOS Golden GateThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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macOS Golden Gate Beta 3 Now available for Developers
Apple today provided developers with the third beta of macOS Golden Gate, with the update coming two weeks after Apple seeded the second beta. Developers can download ‌macOS Golden Gate‌ by going to System Settings > General > Software Update. Beta Updates will need to be enabled, and a free developer account is required. ‌macOS Golden Gate‌ includes multiple design improvements. Liquid Glass opacity has been improved to increase readability, there's a slider for controlling the level of transparency, and changes to shadowing make it easier to tell when a window is active. Apps now have uniform toolbars, edge-to-edge sidebars, and less rounded corners, plus there are fewer icons in menu bars. Siri has been transformed into ‌Siri‌ AI, a chatbot-style assistant that combines general world knowledge, your personal data, and onscreen awareness to answer questions about anything and find information for you. ‌Siri‌ lives in Spotlight, and you can ask questions with the new Search or Ask interface. There's also a ‌Siri‌ app where you can chat with ‌Siri‌ and view past conversations, and on newer Macs, you can set a custom voice for ‌Siri‌ with personalized pace and expressivity. Visual Intelligence is now on the Mac so ‌Siri‌ can answer questions about what's on your screen, and a Write with ‌Siri‌ feature lets ‌Siri‌ generate text or give feedback on your writing. There are AI photo editing tools in the Photos app, AI tab organization in Safari, an option to use AI to automatically update weak passwords in the Passwords app, and a revamped Image Playground app that can generate photorealistic images. More on all of the new features in ‌macOS Golden Gate‌ can be found in our macOS Golden Gate roundup. ‌macOS Golden Gate‌ is limited to developers right now, but Apple plans to release a public beta soon.Related Roundup: macOS Golden GateThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Seeds Third iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 Betas to Developers
Apple today seeded the third betas of iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 to developers for testing purposes, with the update coming two weeks after Apple released the second betas. Registered developers can download the betas from the Settings app on the iPhone or iPad by going to the General section and selecting Software Update. ‌iOS 27‌ introduces Apple's smarter version of Siri, ‌Siri‌ AI. ‌Siri‌ AI is a chatbot similar to ChatGPT, incorporating general world knowledge, personal data from apps like Messages and Mail, and onscreen awareness to answer questions and find information for you. There are new Apple Intelligence features in apps like Photos, Safari, Shortcuts, Wallet, and Passwords, plus Apple added a standalone ‌Siri‌ app that houses ‌Siri‌ conversations. Write with ‌Siri‌ is available systemwide for generating text or offering feedback on your writing, and Visual Intelligence has been relocated to the Camera app with a new ‌Siri‌ mode. Apple improved the look of Liquid Glass and added a slider for customizing transparency. There are multiple performance improvements to speed up iOS, so everything feels faster, even on older iPhones. Apps launch quicker, AirDrop transfers are faster, the keyboard pops up more quickly, and devices are better at transitioning between Wi-Fi and Cellular to keep you connected. For more on what's new in ‌iOS 27‌, we have a dedicated iOS 27 roundup.Related Roundups: iOS 27, iPadOS 27This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Seeds Third visionOS 27 Beta to Developers
Apple today provided developers with the third beta of an upcoming visionOS 27 update for testing purposes, with the beta coming two weeks after Apple released the second beta. visionOS 27 can be installed by opening the Settings app, going to Software Updates, and opting into Beta Updates. visionOS 27 introduces Siri AI, the smarter and more capable version of ‌Siri‌ that's similar in capability to chatbots like ChatGPT and Claude. On the Vision Pro, ‌Siri‌ can answer questions about anything the wearer is looking at, and there's a new ‌Siri‌ orb that can be placed anywhere in wearer's virtual space. Panorama photos can be turned into spatial environments, and there's a new Icelandic Thórsmörk environment that features dramatic mountains, valleys, and glaciers, along with the northern lights. Web Environment support allows developers to create 360-degree environments in Safari for a more native Vision Pro browsing experience. App windows are now curved to provide a more immersive workspace, and Control Center has been reorganized to make system controls easier to find. Apple added a smaller widget size, and notifications automatically expand when the wearer looks at them. More on what's new in visionOS 27 is listed in our Vision Pro roundup.Related Roundup: Apple Vision ProBuyer's Guide: Vision Pro (Neutral)Related Forum: Apple Vision ProThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Seeds watchOS 27 Beta 3 to Developers
Apple today seeded the third beta of watchOS 27 to developers, with the update coming two weeks after the launch of the second beta. The beta can be downloaded through the Watch app on the iPhone with a free developer account. The Apple Watch will need to be on the charger, connected to Wi-Fi, and have a battery level of 50 percent or above for new software to be installed. The beta is available for all Apple Watch models compatible with ‌watchOS 27‌ except for the Apple Watch Ultra 3. ‌watchOS 27‌ will include Siri AI, the smarter, more capable version of ‌Siri‌. ‌Siri‌ can hold back-and-forth conversations, plus it has access to general world knowledge and your personal data to answer questions and find information. ‌Siri‌ AI on Apple Watch requires an iPhone that supports Apple Intelligence, including the iPhone 15 Pro and later. There's a new Dynamic app grid that highlights ‌Siri‌ suggested apps, and more intuitive Smart Stack Suggestions. You can find your parked car, see pinned messages, get noise alerts, and view identity and transit cards. Liquid Glass has been updated to improve legibility, and Workout Buddy works on the Apple Watch even when an iPhone isn't nearby. Workout Buddy also gains new metrics like progressive increases to distance, pace, or duration. Apple added a new all-in-one Find My app with support for Precision Finding, and there are performance optimizations that improve battery life. More on what's new in ‌watchOS 27‌ is available in our watchOS 27 roundup. Related Roundups: watchOS 26, watchOS 27Related Forum: Apple WatchThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Seeds tvOS 27 Beta 3 to Developers
Apple today seeded the third beta of tvOS 27 to developers for testing purposes, with the update coming two weeks after Apple released the second beta. The beta can be downloaded and installed through the Settings app on the Apple TV. A free developer account is required. tvOS 27 has few new features compared to the other 27 software updates, but it does add a redesigned Podcasts app, options for larger text, and a more responsive Control Center. AirPlaying to an ‌Apple TV‌ from another Apple device is faster, and apps and animations are smoother. You can also now see AppleCare coverage details in the Settings app. More on the features in tvOS 27 can be found in our Apple TV roundup.Related Roundup: Apple TVBuyer's Guide: Apple TV (Don't Buy)Related Forum: Apple TV and Home TheaterThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Fourth macOS Tahoe 26.6 Beta Now Available for Developers
Apple today provided the fourth beta of an upcoming macOS Tahoe 26.6 update to developers for testing purposes, with the update coming a week after Apple seeded the third beta. Developers can download the ‌macOS Tahoe‌ 26.6 update by opening up the System Settings app, selecting the General category, and then choosing Software Update. Beta Updates will need to be enabled, and a free developer account is required. With macOS Golden Gate launching in just a couple months, Apple is likely focusing most of its attention on the new software. We are not expecting any major new features in ‌macOS Tahoe‌ 26.6.Related Roundup: macOS TahoeRelated Forum: macOS TahoeThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Seeds Fourth iOS 26.6 and iPadOS 26.6 Betas to Developers
Apple today seeded the fourth betas of upcoming iOS 26.6 and iPadOS 26.6 updates to developers for testing purposes, with the software coming a week after Apple seeded the third betas. Registered developers can download the betas from the Settings app on the iPhone or iPad by going to the General section and selecting Software Update. With iOS 27 set to launch in September, Apple is wrapping up work on iOS 26. We are not expecting any major new features in the iOS 26.6 update, and it will primarily focus on bug fixes and performance improvements. The update adds new wording around blocked contact limits, letting users know when they have exceeded the maximum number of blocked contacts. The update might also include a new anti-snatching feature that locks your iPhone if it's grabbed from your hand.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Releases Fourth watchOS 26.6, tvOS 26.6 and visionOS 26.6 Betas
Apple today provided developers with the fourth betas of upcoming watchOS 26.6, tvOS 26.6, and visionOS 26.6 betas for testing purposes. The software comes a week after Apple seeded the third betas. The software updates are available through the Settings app on each device, and because these are developer betas, a free developer account is required. There's no word on what's in the software as of yet. watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS often get few features in each new beta, with updates primarily focusing on bug fixes and performance improvements.Related Roundups: Apple TV, Apple Vision Pro, watchOS 26, watchOS 27Buyer's Guide: Apple TV (Don't Buy), Vision Pro (Neutral)Related Forums: Apple TV and Home Theater, Apple Vision Pro, Apple WatchThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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iPhone 17 Pro Max Sealed in Time Capsule Until 2276
An iPhone 17 Pro Max in Cosmic Orange has been sealed inside a 250 year time capsule as part of America's Semiquincentennial celebrations, with the device not due to be seen again until the 23rd century. America250, the congressionally appointed nonprofit leading the 250th anniversary celebrations, announced that "America's Time Capsule" was officially sealed and buried at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia on July 4, 2026, to be reopened in 2276. The iPhone was included through America250's "America Innovates" initiative as a representative of the cutting edge of American innovation and technology in 2026, with the device showcasing advances in handheld computing, imaging, and connectivity that have transformed how people work, communicate, and create in the 21st century. The device contains "digital artifacts" in the Notes app, intended to give whoever opens the capsule in 2276 a small window into everyday life in 2026. The capsule itself was built to give the iPhone and everything else inside it the best possible chance of surviving intact. Developed with the National Institute of Standards and Technology and preservation experts at the Library of Congress, it uses a 900 pound, precision milled stainless steel cylinder sealed with indium, a soft metal that deforms under compression to fill microscopic imperfections in the sealing groove. It was covered with a 1,100 pound stainless steel bell jar that creates a protective air pocket to keep the vessel dry underground. Beyond the iPhone, the capsule holds contributions from all 56 states and territories and all three branches of the federal government, including a feather from Civil War era bald eagle mascot "Old Abe" (Wisconsin), fabric from the Wright brothers' 1903 aircraft (Ohio), and an AI generated response from Anthropic's Claude submitted by California imagining the state 250 years from now. Related Roundup: iPhone 17 ProBuyer's Guide: iPhone 17 Pro (Caution)Related Forum: iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Anker's 3-in-1 Foldable Wireless Charger Matches Prime Day Low at $99.74
Anker's popular Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station has dropped to $99.74 on Amazon, down from $149.99. This is one of Anker's newest accessories, and Amazon's sale today is a match of the all-time low price that we last tracked during Prime Day. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. The Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station features Qi2.2 support, which lets a compatible MagSafe ‌iPhone‌ charge at up to 25W. It's the same speed as Apple's ‌MagSafe‌ charger, and it is 10W faster than the standard Qi2 ‌MagSafe‌ chargers. You can also simultaneously charge an Apple Watch and AirPods with the device. $50 OFFAnker Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station for $99.74 Below you'll find a list of the best Anker discounts on Amazon this week, also including wall chargers, portable batteries, and more. There are a few more accessories that are matching their Prime Day prices, including Anker's Nano USB-C Wall Charger with Smart Display. You can get this accessory for $25.99, down from $39.99. Wall Chargers Anker Nano USB-C Wall Charger with Smart Display - $25.99, down from $39.99 Anker 140W 4-Port GaN USB-C Charger - $79.99, down from $99.99 Anker 3-Port Prime Charger - $99.99, down from $149.99 Wireless Chargers Anker MagGo 3-in-1 Charging Station - $71.99, down from $89.99 Anker 3-in-1 MagSafe-Compatible UFO Charger - $71.99, down from $89.99 Anker 3-in-1 MagSafe-Compatible Foldable Charging Station - $85.99, down from $109.99 Anker 3-in-1 MagSafe-Compatible Charging Cube - $89.99, down from $129.99 Anker 3-in-1 Prime Wireless Charging Station - $99.74, down from $149.99 Anker Prime MagSafe-Compatible 3-in-1 Charging Station - $139.99, down from $229.99 Portable Chargers Anker MagGo Power Bank 10,000 mAh - $65.99, down from $79.99 Anker Prime Power Bank 20,100 mAh - $129.99, down from $179.99 Anker Prime Power Bank 26,250 mAh - $179.99, down from $229.99 Portable Power Stations Anker SOLIX C300 Power Station with Lantern - $189.99, down from $249.00 Anker SOLIX C300 - $249.99, down from $299.99 Anker SOLIX S2000 - $599.00, down from $1,199.00 Anker SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 - $899.99, down from $1,499.00 Docks Anker Nano 13-in-1 Laptop Docking Station - $111.99, down from $149.99 Anker Prime 14-Port Docking Station - $169.99, down from $269.99 If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find in 2026? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Here's How the iPhone 18 Pro Max Will Compare to the iPhone 18 Pro
Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max in September. The devices will have a lot in common, but the latest leak suggests that the Pro Max model will take an even bigger step forward in regards to battery life. According to new filings in a Chinese regulatory database, it appears that the iPhone 18 Pro Max will be equipped with a 5,567mAh battery in the U.S., while the iPhone 18 Pro will seemingly have a 4,288mAh battery. It is no surprise the Pro Max has a larger battery, but its year-over-year gains in battery life look to be particularly significant this year. If the leaked capacities are accurate, the iPhone 18 Pro Max would have nearly a 10% larger battery compared to the iPhone 17 Pro Max, while the size of the iPhone 18 Pro's battery would only increase by less than 1% over the iPhone 17 Pro. It was previously rumored that the iPhone 18 Pro Max will be thicker than the iPhone 18 Pro. If so, that might be to accommodate the larger battery. In some years, the Pro Max gets some camera features before the Pro, but that is not expected to be the case this year. The main 48-megapixel Fusion camera is rumored to get variable aperture on both the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. Of course, the Pro Max will remain larger and heavier than the Pro, but the devices should be identical beyond that and the bigger gap in battery life.Related Roundup: iPhone 18 ProThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple and Broadcom Extend Chip Supply Deal to 2031
Broadcom has agreed to extend its chip partnership with Apple through 2031, expanding a deal that covers the development and supply of a wide range of custom chips, Reuters reports. Today's extension builds on an existing supply relationship between the two companies, which have worked together for years. Apple is one of Broadcom's largest customers, believed to account for about 20% of its annual revenue. Apple has been steadily bringing chip design in-house, such as with its own C1 and C1X cellular modems, but many of Broadcom's wireless connectivity and radio frequency components remain in use. Broadcom's chips cover custom radio frequency components, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, and other networking semiconductors found throughout Apple's lineup. Apple and Broadcom signed a multibillion-dollar agreement in 2023 covering 5G radio frequency components manufactured in the United States. Broadcom shares rose nearly 4% in premarket trading today on the news.Tag: BroadcomThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Watch Ultra 3 Now $99 Off on Amazon, Starting at $699.99
Amazon today has a few deals on the Apple Watch Ultra 3, providing $99 discounts on select models. We did track these models at $149 off during Prime Day this year, but those discounts are long gone and Amazon's prices today are still solid second-best options for anyone who missed those sales in June. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. You can get the Apple Watch Ultra 3 for $699.99 in Natural and Black color options, down from $799.00. There are also a few Milanese Loop models on sale for $799.99, down from $899.00. $99 OFFApple Watch Ultra 3 for $699.99 We've collected some of the Apple Watch Ultra 3 models currently on sale on Amazon in the list below. Amazon provides an estimated delivery date of July 11 for most of the watches, although Prime members should see same-day delivery in many locations. Black with Black Ocean Band - $699.99 ($99 off) Natural with Anchor Blue Ocean Band - $699.99 ($99 off) Natural with Blue/Bright Blue Trail Loop (M/L) - $699.99 ($99 off) Black with Black Milanese Loop (Large) - $799.99 ($99 off) Natural Milanese Loop (Large) - $799.99 ($99 off) If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find in 2026? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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iPhone 18 Pro Battery Capacities Revealed by Regulatory Filings
New Chinese regulatory certification filings that appear to confirm the battery capacities of Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro and ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ Max models. According to new filings in China's C3 database, spotted by the leaker known as "Digital Chat Station" on Weibo, the ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ is seemingly rated for 4,056mAh in China and 4,288mAh in the U.S., up modestly from the iPhone 17 Pro's 3,988mAh and 4,252mAh. The ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ Max shows a bigger jump, rated for 5,391mAh in China and 5,567mAh in the U.S., compared with 4,823mAh and 5,088mAh on the ‌iPhone 17 Pro‌ Max, an increase of nearly 500mAh. ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ China China Difference U.S. U.S. Difference iPhone 16 Pro 3,582mAh +308mAh 3,582mAh +308mAh ‌iPhone 17 Pro‌ 3,988mAh +406mAh 4,252mAh +670mAh ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ 4,056mAh +68mAh 4,288mAh +36mAh ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ Max China China Difference U.S. U.S. Difference ‌iPhone 16‌ Pro Max 4,685mAh +244mAh 4,685mAh +244mAh ‌iPhone 17 Pro‌ Max 4,823mAh +138mAh 5,088mAh +403mAh ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ Max 5,391mAh +568mAh 5,567mAh +479mAh The devices in the filings are not directly named the ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ and ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ Max, but are highly likely to relate to these models. The China and U.S. capacities differ because Apple has continued to include a SIM tray on iPhones sold outside the United States, while U.S. models have been eSIM only since the iPhone 14 lineup. Without a physical tray taking up internal space, Apple can fit a slightly larger battery into the U.S. version of each device. The certification listings cover battery models S2232 and S2233 for the ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ and 2235L/2235 and 2236L/2236 for the ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ Max, and also show rated energy figures of up to 21.751Wh and a 4.520V charge limit voltage, and list all four batteries as valid through May or June 2031. The numbers line up with Digital Chat Station's report from June, which gave identical figures for the ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌. In a separate post the same day, Digital Chat Station said supply chain information from months earlier had already pointed to the China model landing in the "5,000mAh" range, and suggested that a 5391mAh cell paired with the 2nm A20 Pro chip could deliver a noticeable battery life improvement. The ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ models are rumored to feature a smaller Dynamic Island, a variable aperture main camera, the C2 modem outside of the U.S., and more. The ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ and ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ Max are expected to launch in September alongside Apple's first foldable iPhone.Related Roundup: iPhone 18 ProThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Silicon Exec Explains Mac Mini AI Demand and On-Device Future
Apple's Mac mini and Mac Studio have become the machines of choice for running AI agents, according to Doug Brooks, Apple's senior product manager of Apple silicon. Brooks made the claim while discussing Apple's chip strategy in a newly published interview with The Deep View conducted just prior to WWDC 2026 in June. Brooks says that the company has seen "incredible demand" for the two desktop Macs. When it comes to agentic workloads, "people often want a system that's under their control, isolated from their primary machine, and capable of running 24 hours a day, seven days a week," said Brooks. "A Mac mini is an amazing system for that," he added. Many AI tools are also Mac-first or Mac-only, which Brooks says has helped cement the Mac's standing among developers, including those at frontier AI labs where Macs are said to be a common sight. The Apple executive also conceives of agentic AI as a whole-chip problem rather than a GPU one. "It's not just about the GPU crunching on an LLM anymore," he said. "It's about the whole chip contributing to different parts of the task, tool-calling, and the things that are happening around those workflows. It really plays to the strengths of Apple silicon." Brooks links Apple's position of strength in modern AI back to chip decisions made long before LLMs like ChatGPT arrived. He points to the Neural Engine, which is built for power-efficient matrix math, along with lesser-known neural accelerators inside the CPU that handle time-sensitive tasks like speech. Apple more recently added neural accelerators to the GPU, which has extended AI performance across the board from iPhone-class parts up to the Mac's largest silicon. Brooks ties that progress to Apple's design method, where a chip is built for a specific machine, and the hardware and software are developed in tandem. He also described a shift toward running AI locally rather than in the cloud – a move motivated by privacy, security, and the rising cost of inference as agents consume more tokens. However, Brooks envisions a hybrid future in which agents decide what runs on-device and what gets sent to the cloud. He also singled out what he calls "transparent AI" on iPhone and iPad, referring to features scattered throughout the operating system and third-party apps that work quietly without announcing themselves as AI. Some of the examples he cited include Draw Things, an image generator that runs across iPhone, iPad, and Mac, and SwingVision, which analyzes tennis and pickleball gameplay in real time using the iPhone's cameras. "The speed of AI development right now is just crazy," Brooks said. "I can't imagine where we're going to be a year from now, three months from now, or even a month from now," he added. You can read the full interview over on The Deep View website.Related Roundup: Mac miniTag: Apple SiliconBuyer's Guide: Mac Mini (Caution)Related Forum: Mac miniThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Silicon Exec Explains Mac Mini AI Demand and On-Device Future
Apple's Mac mini and Mac Studio have become the machines of choice for running AI agents, according to Doug Brooks, Apple's senior product manager of Apple silicon. Brooks made the claim while discussing Apple's chip strategy in a newly published interview with The Deep View conducted just prior to WWDC 2026 in June. Brooks says that the company has seen "incredible demand" for the two desktop Macs. When it comes to agentic workloads, "people often want a system that's under their control, isolated from their primary machine, and capable of running 24 hours a day, seven days a week," said Brooks. "A Mac mini is an amazing system for that," he added. Many AI tools are also Mac-first or Mac-only, which Brooks says has helped cement the Mac's standing among developers, including those at frontier AI labs where Macs are said to be a common sight. The Apple executive also conceives of agentic AI as a whole-chip problem rather than a GPU one. "It's not just about the GPU crunching on an LLM anymore," he said. "It's about the whole chip contributing to different parts of the task, tool-calling, and the things that are happening around those workflows. It really plays to the strengths of Apple silicon." Brooks links Apple's position of strength in modern AI back to chip decisions made long before LLMs like ChatGPT arrived. He points to the Neural Engine, which is built for power-efficient matrix math, along with lesser-known neural accelerators inside the CPU that handle time-sensitive tasks like speech. Apple more recently added neural accelerators to the GPU, which has extended AI performance across the board from iPhone-class parts up to the Mac's largest silicon. Brooks ties that progress to Apple's design method, where a chip is built for a specific machine, and the hardware and software are developed in tandem. He also described a shift toward running AI locally rather than in the cloud – a move motivated by privacy, security, and the rising cost of inference as agents consume more tokens. However, Brooks envisions a hybrid future in which agents decide what runs on-device and what gets sent to the cloud. He also singled out what he calls "transparent AI" on iPhone and iPad, referring to features scattered throughout the operating system and third-party apps that work quietly without announcing themselves as AI. Some of the examples he cited include Draw Things, an image generator that runs across iPhone, iPad, and Mac, and SwingVision, which analyzes tennis and pickleball gameplay in real time using the iPhone's cameras. "The speed of AI development right now is just crazy," Brooks said. "I can't imagine where we're going to be a year from now, three months from now, or even a month from now," he added. You can read the full interview over on The Deep View website.Related Roundup: Mac miniTag: Apple SiliconBuyer's Guide: Mac Mini (Caution)Related Forum: Mac miniThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Silicon Exec Explains Mac Mini AI Demand and On-Device Future
Apple's Mac mini and Mac Studio have become the machines of choice for running AI agents, according to Doug Brooks, Apple's senior product manager of Apple silicon. Brooks made the claim while discussing Apple's chip strategy in a newly published interview with The Deep View conducted just prior to WWDC 2026 in June. Brooks says that the company has seen "incredible demand" for the two desktop Macs. When it comes to agentic workloads, "people often want a system that's under their control, isolated from their primary machine, and capable of running 24 hours a day, seven days a week," said Brooks. "A Mac mini is an amazing system for that," he added. Many AI tools are also Mac-first or Mac-only, which Brooks says has helped cement the Mac's standing among developers, including those at frontier AI labs where Macs are said to be a common sight. The Apple executive also conceives of agentic AI as a whole-chip problem rather than a GPU one. "It's not just about the GPU crunching on an LLM anymore," he said. "It's about the whole chip contributing to different parts of the task, tool-calling, and the things that are happening around those workflows. It really plays to the strengths of Apple silicon." Brooks links Apple's position of strength in modern AI back to chip decisions made long before LLMs like ChatGPT arrived. He points to the Neural Engine, which is built for power-efficient matrix math, along with lesser-known neural accelerators inside the CPU that handle time-sensitive tasks like speech. Apple more recently added neural accelerators to the GPU, which has extended AI performance across the board from iPhone-class parts up to the Mac's largest silicon. Brooks ties that progress to Apple's design method, where a chip is built for a specific machine, and the hardware and software are developed in tandem. He also described a shift toward running AI locally rather than in the cloud – a move motivated by privacy, security, and the rising cost of inference as agents consume more tokens. However, Brooks envisions a hybrid future in which agents decide what runs on-device and what gets sent to the cloud. He also singled out what he calls "transparent AI" on iPhone and iPad, referring to features scattered throughout the operating system and third-party apps that work quietly without announcing themselves as AI. Some of the examples he cited include Draw Things, an image generator that runs across iPhone, iPad, and Mac, and SwingVision, which analyzes tennis and pickleball gameplay in real time using the iPhone's cameras. "The speed of AI development right now is just crazy," Brooks said. "I can't imagine where we're going to be a year from now, three months from now, or even a month from now," he added. You can read the full interview over on The Deep View website.Related Roundup: Mac miniTag: Apple SiliconBuyer's Guide: Mac Mini (Caution)Related Forum: Mac miniThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Silicon Exec Explains Mac Mini AI Demand and On-Device Future
Apple's Mac mini and Mac Studio have become the machines of choice for running AI agents, according to Doug Brooks, Apple's senior product manager of Apple silicon. Brooks made the claim while discussing Apple's chip strategy in a newly published interview with The Deep View conducted just prior to WWDC 2026 in June. Brooks says that the company has seen "incredible demand" for the two desktop Macs. When it comes to agentic workloads, "people often want a system that's under their control, isolated from their primary machine, and capable of running 24 hours a day, seven days a week," said Brooks. "A Mac mini is an amazing system for that," he added. Many AI tools are also Mac-first or Mac-only, which Brooks says has helped cement the Mac's standing among developers, including those at frontier AI labs where Macs are said to be a common sight. The Apple executive also conceives of agentic AI as a whole-chip problem rather than a GPU one. "It's not just about the GPU crunching on an LLM anymore," he said. "It's about the whole chip contributing to different parts of the task, tool-calling, and the things that are happening around those workflows. It really plays to the strengths of Apple silicon." Brooks links Apple's position of strength in modern AI back to chip decisions made long before LLMs like ChatGPT arrived. He points to the Neural Engine, which is built for power-efficient matrix math, along with lesser-known neural accelerators inside the CPU that handle time-sensitive tasks like speech. Apple more recently added neural accelerators to the GPU, which has extended AI performance across the board from iPhone-class parts up to the Mac's largest silicon. Brooks ties that progress to Apple's design method, where a chip is built for a specific machine, and the hardware and software are developed in tandem. He also described a shift toward running AI locally rather than in the cloud – a move motivated by privacy, security, and the rising cost of inference as agents consume more tokens. However, Brooks envisions a hybrid future in which agents decide what runs on-device and what gets sent to the cloud. He also singled out what he calls "transparent AI" on iPhone and iPad, referring to features scattered throughout the operating system and third-party apps that work quietly without announcing themselves as AI. Some of the examples he cited include Draw Things, an image generator that runs across iPhone, iPad, and Mac, and SwingVision, which analyzes tennis and pickleball gameplay in real time using the iPhone's cameras. "The speed of AI development right now is just crazy," Brooks said. "I can't imagine where we're going to be a year from now, three months from now, or even a month from now," he added. You can read the full interview over on The Deep View website.Related Roundup: Mac miniTag: Apple SiliconBuyer's Guide: Mac Mini (Caution)Related Forum: Mac miniThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Silicon Exec Explains Mac Mini AI Demand and On-Device Future
Apple's Mac mini and Mac Studio have become the machines of choice for running AI agents, according to Doug Brooks, Apple's senior product manager of Apple silicon. Brooks made the claim while discussing Apple's chip strategy in a newly published interview with The Deep View conducted just prior to WWDC 2026 in June. Brooks says that the company has seen "incredible demand" for the two desktop Macs. When it comes to agentic workloads, "people often want a system that's under their control, isolated from their primary machine, and capable of running 24 hours a day, seven days a week," said Brooks. "A Mac mini is an amazing system for that," he added. Many AI tools are also Mac-first or Mac-only, which Brooks says has helped cement the Mac's standing among developers, including those at frontier AI labs where Macs are said to be a common sight. The Apple executive also conceives of agentic AI as a whole-chip problem rather than a GPU one. "It's not just about the GPU crunching on an LLM anymore," he said. "It's about the whole chip contributing to different parts of the task, tool-calling, and the things that are happening around those workflows. It really plays to the strengths of Apple silicon." Brooks links Apple's position of strength in modern AI back to chip decisions made long before LLMs like ChatGPT arrived. He points to the Neural Engine, which is built for power-efficient matrix math, along with lesser-known neural accelerators inside the CPU that handle time-sensitive tasks like speech. Apple more recently added neural accelerators to the GPU, which has extended AI performance across the board from iPhone-class parts up to the Mac's largest silicon. Brooks ties that progress to Apple's design method, where a chip is built for a specific machine, and the hardware and software are developed in tandem. He also described a shift toward running AI locally rather than in the cloud – a move motivated by privacy, security, and the rising cost of inference as agents consume more tokens. However, Brooks envisions a hybrid future in which agents decide what runs on-device and what gets sent to the cloud. He also singled out what he calls "transparent AI" on iPhone and iPad, referring to features scattered throughout the operating system and third-party apps that work quietly without announcing themselves as AI. Some of the examples he cited include Draw Things, an image generator that runs across iPhone, iPad, and Mac, and SwingVision, which analyzes tennis and pickleball gameplay in real time using the iPhone's cameras. "The speed of AI development right now is just crazy," Brooks said. "I can't imagine where we're going to be a year from now, three months from now, or even a month from now," he added. You can read the full interview over on The Deep View website.Related Roundup: Mac miniTag: Apple SiliconBuyer's Guide: Mac Mini (Caution)Related Forum: Mac miniThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Silicon Exec Explains Mac Mini AI Demand and On-Device Future
Apple's Mac mini and Mac Studio have become the machines of choice for running AI agents, according to Doug Brooks, Apple's senior product manager of Apple silicon. Brooks made the claim while discussing Apple's chip strategy in a newly published interview with The Deep View conducted just prior to WWDC 2026 in June. Brooks says that the company has seen "incredible demand" for the two desktop Macs. When it comes to agentic workloads, "people often want a system that's under their control, isolated from their primary machine, and capable of running 24 hours a day, seven days a week," said Brooks. "A Mac mini is an amazing system for that," he added. Many AI tools are also Mac-first or Mac-only, which Brooks says has helped cement the Mac's standing among developers, including those at frontier AI labs where Macs are said to be a common sight. The Apple executive also conceives of agentic AI as a whole-chip problem rather than a GPU one. "It's not just about the GPU crunching on an LLM anymore," he said. "It's about the whole chip contributing to different parts of the task, tool-calling, and the things that are happening around those workflows. It really plays to the strengths of Apple silicon." Brooks links Apple's position of strength in modern AI back to chip decisions made long before LLMs like ChatGPT arrived. He points to the Neural Engine, which is built for power-efficient matrix math, along with lesser-known neural accelerators inside the CPU that handle time-sensitive tasks like speech. Apple more recently added neural accelerators to the GPU, which has extended AI performance across the board from iPhone-class parts up to the Mac's largest silicon. Brooks ties that progress to Apple's design method, where a chip is built for a specific machine, and the hardware and software are developed in tandem. He also described a shift toward running AI locally rather than in the cloud – a move motivated by privacy, security, and the rising cost of inference as agents consume more tokens. However, Brooks envisions a hybrid future in which agents decide what runs on-device and what gets sent to the cloud. He also singled out what he calls "transparent AI" on iPhone and iPad, referring to features scattered throughout the operating system and third-party apps that work quietly without announcing themselves as AI. Some of the examples he cited include Draw Things, an image generator that runs across iPhone, iPad, and Mac, and SwingVision, which analyzes tennis and pickleball gameplay in real time using the iPhone's cameras. "The speed of AI development right now is just crazy," Brooks said. "I can't imagine where we're going to be a year from now, three months from now, or even a month from now," he added. You can read the full interview over on The Deep View website.Related Roundup: Mac miniTag: Apple SiliconBuyer's Guide: Mac Mini (Caution)Related Forum: Mac miniThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Silicon Exec Explains Mac Mini AI Demand and On-Device Future
Apple's Mac mini and Mac Studio have become the machines of choice for running AI agents, according to Doug Brooks, Apple's senior product manager of Apple silicon. Brooks made the claim while discussing Apple's chip strategy in a newly published interview with The Deep View conducted just prior to WWDC 2026 in June. Brooks says that the company has seen "incredible demand" for the two desktop Macs. When it comes to agentic workloads, "people often want a system that's under their control, isolated from their primary machine, and capable of running 24 hours a day, seven days a week," said Brooks. "A Mac mini is an amazing system for that," he added. Many AI tools are also Mac-first or Mac-only, which Brooks says has helped cement the Mac's standing among developers, including those at frontier AI labs where Macs are said to be a common sight. The Apple executive also conceives of agentic AI as a whole-chip problem rather than a GPU one. "It's not just about the GPU crunching on an LLM anymore," he said. "It's about the whole chip contributing to different parts of the task, tool-calling, and the things that are happening around those workflows. It really plays to the strengths of Apple silicon." Brooks links Apple's position of strength in modern AI back to chip decisions made long before LLMs like ChatGPT arrived. He points to the Neural Engine, which is built for power-efficient matrix math, along with lesser-known neural accelerators inside the CPU that handle time-sensitive tasks like speech. Apple more recently added neural accelerators to the GPU, which has extended AI performance across the board from iPhone-class parts up to the Mac's largest silicon. Brooks ties that progress to Apple's design method, where a chip is built for a specific machine, and the hardware and software are developed in tandem. He also described a shift toward running AI locally rather than in the cloud – a move motivated by privacy, security, and the rising cost of inference as agents consume more tokens. However, Brooks envisions a hybrid future in which agents decide what runs on-device and what gets sent to the cloud. He also singled out what he calls "transparent AI" on iPhone and iPad, referring to features scattered throughout the operating system and third-party apps that work quietly without announcing themselves as AI. Some of the examples he cited include Draw Things, an image generator that runs across iPhone, iPad, and Mac, and SwingVision, which analyzes tennis and pickleball gameplay in real time using the iPhone's cameras. "The speed of AI development right now is just crazy," Brooks said. "I can't imagine where we're going to be a year from now, three months from now, or even a month from now," he added. You can read the full interview over on The Deep View website.Related Roundup: Mac miniTag: Apple SiliconBuyer's Guide: Mac Mini (Caution)Related Forum: Mac miniThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Silicon Exec Explains Mac Mini AI Demand and On-Device Future
Apple's Mac mini and Mac Studio have become the machines of choice for running AI agents, according to Doug Brooks, Apple's senior product manager of Apple silicon. Brooks made the claim while discussing Apple's chip strategy in a newly published interview with The Deep View conducted just prior to WWDC 2026 in June. Brooks says that the company has seen "incredible demand" for the two desktop Macs. When it comes to agentic workloads, "people often want a system that's under their control, isolated from their primary machine, and capable of running 24 hours a day, seven days a week," said Brooks. "A Mac mini is an amazing system for that," he added. Many AI tools are also Mac-first or Mac-only, which Brooks says has helped cement the Mac's standing among developers, including those at frontier AI labs where Macs are said to be a common sight. The Apple executive also conceives of agentic AI as a whole-chip problem rather than a GPU one. "It's not just about the GPU crunching on an LLM anymore," he said. "It's about the whole chip contributing to different parts of the task, tool-calling, and the things that are happening around those workflows. It really plays to the strengths of Apple silicon." Brooks links Apple's position of strength in modern AI back to chip decisions made long before LLMs like ChatGPT arrived. He points to the Neural Engine, which is built for power-efficient matrix math, along with lesser-known neural accelerators inside the CPU that handle time-sensitive tasks like speech. Apple more recently added neural accelerators to the GPU, which has extended AI performance across the board from iPhone-class parts up to the Mac's largest silicon. Brooks ties that progress to Apple's design method, where a chip is built for a specific machine, and the hardware and software are developed in tandem. He also described a shift toward running AI locally rather than in the cloud – a move motivated by privacy, security, and the rising cost of inference as agents consume more tokens. However, Brooks envisions a hybrid future in which agents decide what runs on-device and what gets sent to the cloud. He also singled out what he calls "transparent AI" on iPhone and iPad, referring to features scattered throughout the operating system and third-party apps that work quietly without announcing themselves as AI. Some of the examples he cited include Draw Things, an image generator that runs across iPhone, iPad, and Mac, and SwingVision, which analyzes tennis and pickleball gameplay in real time using the iPhone's cameras. "The speed of AI development right now is just crazy," Brooks said. "I can't imagine where we're going to be a year from now, three months from now, or even a month from now," he added. You can read the full interview over on The Deep View website.Related Roundup: Mac miniTag: Apple SiliconBuyer's Guide: Mac Mini (Caution)Related Forum: Mac miniThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Copilot in Excel: Built for the era of Frontier Finance
Plenty of AI tools claim to be built for finance; Microsoft 365 Copilot in Excel is proving it in practice. The post appeared first on Microsoft 365 Blog.

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Copilot Cowork is now generally available
Cowork is the fastest growing feature in the history of our Frontier program, and Cowork has among the highest user satisfaction of any Copilot or agent experience we have shipped. The post appeared first on Microsoft 365 Blog.

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Apple unveils next generation of Apple Intelligence, Siri AI, and more
Today, Apple previewed its upcoming software releases that will deliver the next generation of Apple Intelligence and introduce Siri AI.

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Apple Intelligence brings powerful AI capabilities into everyday experiences
Apple unveils the next generation of Apple Intelligence, integrating powerful AI capabilities into iPhone, iPad, and Mac for more personal and helpful everyday experiences.

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Apple Intelligence brings powerful AI capabilities into everyday experiences
Apple unveils the next generation of Apple Intelligence, integrating powerful AI capabilities into iPhone, iPad, and Mac for more personal and helpful everyday experiences.

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Apple introduces Siri AI, a profoundly more capable and personal assistant
powered by Apple Intelligence, with personal context, world knowledge, and onscreen awareness.

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Apple introduces Siri AI, a profoundly more capable and personal assistant
powered by Apple Intelligence, with personal context, world knowledge, and onscreen awareness.

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Apple previews new child safety features
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Apple previews new child safety features
that give parents greater control over their kids’ content, communication, and device access time.

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Apple expands App Store capabilities to help developers grow and reach new users
New App Store capabilities will give developers more flexibility to market their apps, acquire users, and manage subscriptions.

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Apple expands App Store capabilities to help developers grow and reach new users
New App Store capabilities will give developers more flexibility to market their apps, acquire users, and manage subscriptions.

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Emerging Service Issue – Managed Databases – All Regions
Jul 6, 18:04 UTC Investigating - Our team is investigating an emerging service issue affecting Managed Databases across all regions. Customers may experience latency when provisioning new databases or deleting existing ones. There is no observed impact to the performance or availability of active, running databases at this time. We will provide updates as more information becomes available.

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Entity
Jul 6, 08:23 UTC Resolved - Between 07:20 and 08:12 UTC on July 6th, we experienced an issue where some customers in the EU region may experience a delay of entity relationships appearing and refreshing in the New Relic platform. The issue is now resolved and the impacted services have returned to normal service.

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Zero Trust Dashboard onboarding issues
Jul 6, 08:12 UTC Investigating - Cloudflare is aware of and investigating an issue where some users are currently unable to complete onboarding into Cloudflare Zero Trust or manage Access applications. We are actively working on a resolution.

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VIE (Vienna) on 2026-07-06
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jul 6, 02:30 - 07:00 UTC Jul 6, 02:14 UTC Scheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in VIE (Vienna) datacenter on 2026-07-06 between 02:30 and 07:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.

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Elevated number of errors in Munich, Germany
Jul 5, 05:35 UTC Resolved - Between 05:07-05:19 UTC customers reaching Munich may have experienced an elevated number of 4XX or 5XX errors. The issue is now resolved

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Cloudflare Vectorize Issues
Jul 4, 21:25 UTC Investigating - Cloudflare is investigating issues with the Vectorize service. Customers may receive an "Internal Server Error" (HTTP 500) response when sending requests to a Vectorize index that has been deleted, instead of the expected "Not Found" (HTTP 404) response. Creating, querying, and managing active indexes are not affected, and no other Cloudflare services are impacted. We are working to understand the full impact and mitigate this problem. More updates to follow shortly.

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New users unable to deploy Workers
Jul 4, 14:38 UTC Identified - Cloudflare has identified an issue where new users cannot deploy Workers in the dashboard. We are working to mitigate the impact and will update shortly.

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Free WARP and WARP+ new registrations
Jul 3, 21:18 UTC Investigating - Cloudflare is investigating issues with Cloudflare Free WARP and Cloudflare WARP+. Cloudflare Free WARP and Cloudflare WARP+ users may experience new registration issues. Cloudflare One Client and Zero Trust is not affected.

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Loadbalancing and Healthcheck Services for FedRAMP customers are degraded
Jul 3, 18:27 UTC Investigating - FedRAMP customers may experience delays in receiving notification emails with health status updates for their origin servers.

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Resolution Issues for .al Domains
Jul 3, 16:48 UTC Identified - We are observing issues with authoritative resolution for the .al TLD because of DNSSEC issues at the TLD.

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Durable Objects increased errors in ENAM
Jul 3, 16:18 UTC Update - We are continuing to investigate this issue. Jul 3, 16:13 UTC Investigating - Cloudflare is aware of and investigating an increase of errors for Durable Objects and downstream services in Eastern North America.

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Pro and Central – Login Issues
Jul 3, 12:03 UTC Investigating - We are actively investigating reports that some Pro and Central customers may be experiencing issues when trying to login.Our engineers are working to identify the issue and will provide another update shortly.

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GRU (São Paulo) on 2026-07-06
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jul 6, 04:00 - 13:00 UTC Jul 3, 09:32 UTC Scheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in GRU (São Paulo) datacenter on 2026-07-06 between 04:00 and 13:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.

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Issues with network performance in ENAM and WNAM, US
Jul 3, 01:10 UTC Identified - Cloudflare has identified issues with network performance in ENAM and WNAM, US. Customers using Argo Smart Routing in the affected areas may be impacted.

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Network Congestion in Newark, NJ (EWR)
Jul 2, 22:12 UTC Resolved - Between 20:18-21:30 UTC customers reaching Newark, NJ (EWR) would have experienced an elevated number of network errors due to congestion. The impacted services would have included Cloudflare Zero Trust and R2.

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Realtimekit Issues
Jul 2, 15:05 UTC Investigating - Some customers may experience issues joining realtimekit meetings from India.

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United Kingdom Account Security Carrier Partner Maintenance – Three
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jul 6, 14:00 - 20:00 PDT Jul 2, 07:33 PDT Scheduled - Our carrier partner Three United Kingdom is conducting a planned maintenance from 06 July 2026 at 14:00 PDT until 06 July 2026 at 20:00 PDT. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent API request failures for Three United Kingdom customers.Impacted Products: Verify Silent Network Auth, Lookup SIM Swap, Lookup Identity Match, Legacy Identity MatchAndAttributes

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Cloudflare Workers build delays
Jul 2, 13:46 UTC Update - We are continuing to investigate this issue. Jul 2, 13:40 UTC Investigating - Cloudflare is aware of and investigating an issue with which potentially impacts multiple customers. Further detail will be provided as more information becomes available

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GRU (São Paulo) on 2026-07-03
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jul 3, 04:00 - 13:00 UTC Jul 2, 12:44 UTC Scheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in GRU (São Paulo) datacenter on 2026-07-03 between 04:00 and 13:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.

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GoTo Connect – inbound/outbound call failures
Jul 2, 11:54 UTC Identified - Our engineers have identified the issue and are now actively working toward a resolution.We will provide another update shortly. Jul 2, 11:49 UTC Investigating - We are actively investigating reports that a subset of GoTo Connect customers may be experiencing issues with inbound and outbound calls.Our engineers are working to identify the issue and will provide another update shortly.

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Apple MacBooks Deals at Best Buy: Up to $400 off + free shipping
At Best Buy, save up to $400 off a selection of Apple MacBooks. These ship free. Pictured is the Apple MacBook Pro 14″ M4 Pro Chip Laptop for $1799 ($200 off). Shop Now at Best Buy

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Geak iPad 11th Gen 11-inch & 10th Gen 10.9-inch Case for $12 + free shipping w/ $35
Sized to fit both the iPad 11th Gen (11-inch) and 10th Gen (10.9-inch), this case is a straightforward option if you want basic drop protection without spending much. At $12, it's $7 off the $19 list price. Buy Now at Walmart Features Compatible with iPad 11th Gen 2025 and 10th Gen 2022 Transparent hard back displays device design Integrated pencil storage Military-grade shock and drop protection Auto sleep/wake magnet closure

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Stylus Pen for iPad with Shortcuts and Battery Display for $27 + free shipping w/ $35
Designed for iPad users who annotate, sketch, or take handwritten notes regularly, this stylus adds programmable shortcut buttons and a battery indicator so you're not caught off guard mid-session. Buy Now at Walmart Features Natural writing with tilt sensitivity and pixel-level control Real-time battery status display directly on iPad Intuitive gesture shortcuts for faster workflow Advanced palm rejection prevents accidental screen touches USB-C fast charging with all-day battery life

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Stylus Pen for iPad for $13 + free shipping w/ $35
Passive styluses like this work fine for note-taking and basic drawing on iPad, but keep in mind this type doesn't support pressure sensitivity or Apple Pencil features — it's a budget option that gets the job done for casual use. At $13, it's $6 off the $19 list price. Buy Now at Walmart Features Double-tap top for instant on-off power control High-precision 1.5mm tip for lag-free input Tilt-sensing technology for variable line thickness Palm rejection allows comfortable hand resting Magnetic attachment for secure iPad storage

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Kenke Glitter iPad Case with Pencil Holder for $12 + free shipping w/ $35
Glitter finish aside, this is a functional case with a built-in pencil holder that keeps your Apple Pencil attached and accessible, which is the main reason to consider it over a plain sleeve. At $12, it's $3 off the $15 list price. Buy Now at Walmart Features Model: A3354, A3355, A3356, A2696, A2757, A2777 Integrated Apple Pencil storage slot Raised edges protect camera and screen Precision cutouts for ports and buttons Slim lightweight anti-dust material

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Kenke iPad Keyboard Case for 11-inch/10.9-inch for $21 + free shipping w/ $35
Designed for iPad owners who want a built-in keyboard without spending $100+ on Apple's Magic Keyboard, this case combines protection and typing in one unit at $20, which is $14 off the $35 list price. Buy Now at Walmart Features Removable slim wireless Bluetooth keyboard Adjustable viewing angles for flexible productivity Integrated storage slot for Apple Pencil 3-day battery life with 2-hour recharge Waterproof and scratch-resistant protective PU leather cover

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Stylus Pen for iPad for $13 + free shipping w/ $35
Useful for note-taking, sketching, or annotating PDFs on an iPad without spending on an Apple Pencil, and currently $8 off the $21 list price. Buy Now at Walmart Features Compatible with all 2018-2024 iPad models 24-hour battery life with 15-minute fast charge Magnetic attachment for secure storage Palm rejection and tilt sensitivity for natural writing No Bluetooth or app connection required

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Geak iPad 10.2-inch Case with Pencil Holder for $14 + free shipping w/ $35
A slim protective case for the 9th and 8th gen iPad 10.2″ that includes a built-in slot to hold your Apple Pencil, which is a handy detail if you frequently misplace the stylus. At $14, that’s $5 off the $19 list price. Buy Now at Walmart Features Reinforced corners for drop and shock protection Precise […]

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Kenke iPad 11th Gen 11-inch and 10th Gen 10.9-inch Protective Case for $11 + free shipping w/ $35
Fits both the 11th-gen 11-inch and 10th-gen 10.9-inch iPad models, which makes it a practical pick if you want basic drop protection without spending much. At $11, it's $1 off the $12 list price. Buy Now at Walmart Features Dual-layer shell with PU leather and TPU protection Auto sleep and wake magnetic lid saves battery Tri-fold stand offers two distinct viewing angles Integrated Apple Pencil storage holder Model: A2696, A2757, A2777, A3354, A3355, A3356

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Aoub Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard Case for iPad 9.7-Inch for $22 + free shipping w/ $35
The keyboard case combines a protective shell with a built-in Bluetooth keyboard, which suits students or light users who want to type on a 9.7-inch iPad without carrying a separate accessory. At $22, that's $3 off the $25 list price. Buy Now at Walmart Features Keyboard case compatible Built-in stylus pencil holder Precision fit for 9.7-inch iPad models Model: A1893

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Hengguang 2-in-1 Touchscreen Stylus Pen 4-Pack for $10 + free shipping w/ $35
A 4-pack of dual-ended styluses with a fiber mesh tip on one end for touchscreens and a ballpoint pen on the other, useful for keeping at a desk or tossing in a bag for tablet or phone use. At $10, that's about $1 off the $11 list price. Buy Now at Walmart Features 2-in-1 precision stylus with touch-sensitive rubber tips Includes 6 extra replaceable tips Prevents screen fingerprints and smudges Smooth, responsive navigation on all touchscreens Ideal for typing, drawing, and note-taking

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KenKe iPad 10.2-inch Smart Case for $11 + free shipping w/ $35
A slim folio-style case for the 9th-gen iPad with a built-in stand and auto sleep/wake function, which covers the basics for anyone who wants basic drop protection and a hands-free viewing angle. At $11, that's $1 off the $12 list price. Buy Now at Walmart Features Model: A2602 Integrated Apple Pencil storage slot Auto wake/sleep magnetic cover Dual-angle viewing and typing stand Full access to ports and buttons

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Fintie iPad 10.2-Inch Rugged Protective Case for $18 + free shipping w/ Prime
Designed for kids or anyone who tends to drop their tablet, this case wraps the iPad 10.2-inch in reinforced corners and a shockproof shell to handle the kind of rough handling a standard case wouldn't survive. Buy Now at Amazon Features 3-layer shockproof heavy-duty rugged protection Stable, non-tilt adjustable kickstand Dual-mode vertical and horizontal viewing angles Easy-grip design for children Model: A2197

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Typecase Edge Keyboard Case for iPad Air 13-inch and iPad Pro 12.9-inch for $93 + free shipping
Designed for iPad Air 13-inch and iPad Pro 12.9-inch users who want a built-in keyboard without carrying a separate accessory, the Typecase Edge case combines protection and typing in one package. At $93, that's $27 off the $120 list price. Buy Now at Amazon Features Floating cantilever design for adjustable viewing angles Full-area trackpad for precise navigation 11-color backlit keys with adjustable brightness Magnetically transforms iPad into a sleek laptop Auto sleep/wake function extends battery life

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Stylus Pen for Apple iPad for $11 + free shipping w/ $35
Third-party styluses for iPad are a practical option if you need basic handwriting or drawing functionality without paying $129 for the Apple Pencil, and at $11 (72% off the $40 list price), this one is worth a look for light note-taking or occasional sketching. Buy Now at Walmart Features No Bluetooth pairing or app installation required High precision 1.5mm tip with no lag Tilt sensitivity for natural line thickness Palm rejection for comfortable hand placement Magnetic attachment for secure storage

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