Apple Still Preparing Two New Versions of Siri as Some Employees Leave
In a new report about Apple losing at least four more AI researchers in recent weeks, in addition to a high-ranking Siri executive, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reiterated that the company is preparing to release two new versions of Siri. First, Apple announced that it plans to release a more personalized version of Siri powered by Google Gemini this year. It is expected to be part of iOS 26.4, which should enter beta testing in February and be released to the general public in March or April. Back in June 2024, Apple said the revamped Siri will have understanding of personal context, on-screen awareness, deeper in-app controls, and more. Second, Siri will reportedly get even better on iOS 27, as Apple is said to be planning to turn the assistant into a full-out chatbot, allowing users to have sustained, back-and-forth conversations with the assistant. This will essentially turn Siri into ChatGPT or Gemini, except it will be built right into the iPhone, iPad, and Mac, with no app required. Gurman said the Siri chatbot will be "competitive with Gemini 3," and "significantly more capable" than the more personalized Siri coming with iOS 26.4. The high-ranking Siri executive who left Apple was Stuart Bowers, according to the report, which described him as "one of the company's most senior executives working on Siri." He joined Google's artificial intelligence research laboratory DeepMind. The four researchers who left are Yinfei Yang, Haoxuan You, Bailin Wang, and Zirui Wang. Tags: Apple Intelligence, Mark Gurman, SiriThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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New Siri: Apple Almost Chose a Different Partner Before Google Gemini
In a recent interview with the tech podcast TBPN, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman revealed that Apple was initially "going to rebuild Siri around Claude," the large language model and chatbot developed by the company Anthropic. In the end, though, Apple announced that it had decided to use Google's Gemini platform instead. According to Gurman, Apple went with Google due at least in part to money. "Anthropic was holding them over a barrel," said Gurman, in a podcast clip shared by TBPN. "They wanted a ton of money from them, several billion dollars a year, and at a price that doubled on an annual basis for the next three years." Nevertheless, Gurman said Apple currently "runs on Anthropic" internally. "Anthropic is powering a lot of the stuff Apple's doing internally in terms of product development and a lot of their internal tools," he explained. "They have custom versions of Claude running on their own servers internally, too." Apple was "not going to use Google" for the revamped Siri until "a few months ago," he said. Apple announced that it plans to release a more personalized version of Siri powered by Google Gemini this year. It is expected to be part of iOS 26.4, which should enter beta testing in February and be released to the general public in March or April. The new-and-improved Siri likely requires an iPhone 15 Pro or newer. Back in June 2024, Apple said the revamped Siri will have awareness of personal context, on-screen awareness, deeper in-app controls, and more. At the time, Apple showed an iPhone user asking Siri about their mother's flight and lunch reservation plans based on info retrieved from the Mail and Messages apps. Bloomberg's @markgurman says that even though Apple partnered with Google Gemini for Siri, they actually run their business on Anthropic."Apple runs on Anthropic at this point. Anthropic is powering a lot of the stuff Apple's doing internally in terms of product development and… pic.twitter.com/NpW0Pyj03J— TBPN (@tbpn) January 29, 2026 Tags: Anthropic, Mark Gurman, SiriThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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What to Expect From Apple in February, Including Revamped Siri in Beta
Following a January that saw Apple release a new AirTag and the Creator Studio bundle of creative apps, it is now time to shift our attention to February. Below, we have outlined some key items to expect from Apple in February. Of course, these are only the things that are known, so stay tuned for even more. iOS 26.3 iOS 26.3 remains in beta testing, but the update should be released soon. We expect the iOS 26.3 Release Candidate to be seeded as early as next week, and the update should be released to the general public in the first half of February. iOS 26.3 is a relatively minor update, with only a handful of notable new features, including a new iOS-to-Android transfer tool, notification forwarding and AirPods-like proximity pairing for third-party accessories like smartwatches, and a carrier-related limit precise location setting. Apple also appears to be laying the groundwork for carriers to begin supporting end-to-end encryption for RCS messaging, which it has promised to implement. Personalized Siri (Beta) Apple plans to announce a more personalized version of Siri powered by Google Gemini in the second half of February, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. The more personalized Siri will be part of iOS 26.4, which will be available in beta in February and released to the general public in March or early April, according to Gurman. Based on that timeframe, the new-and-improved Siri should be available to all customers with an iPhone 15 Pro or newer in just a few more months. As previewed by Apple, the assistant "should be able to tap into personal data and on-screen content to fulfill tasks," according to Gurman. Apple first announced the more personalized version of Siri all the way back at WWDC 2024, but it was eventually delayed. At the time, Apple showed an iPhone user asking Siri about their mother's flight and lunch reservation plans based on info retrieved from the Mail and Messages apps, as one example of a new capability. The revamped Siri reportedly experienced issues inside Apple, leading the company to turn to Google Gemini. As part of the partnership, the revamped Siri will still run on a new Apple Intelligence model that has Gemini's technology baked in. Other Known DatesThursday, February 5: Another four games are coming to Apple Arcade, including Retrocade, an app that lets you play classic arcade games like Asteroids, PAC-MAN, Breakout, Galaga, and Space Invaders. One of the other additions will be an arcade version of the popular PC game Sid Meier's Civilization VII. Friday, February 6: Apple will accept submissions for the 2026 Swift Student Challenge from Friday, February 6 through Saturday, February 28. Some of the winners will be invited to spend three days at Apple Park during WWDC 2026 in June. Sunday, February 8: Apple Music is the official sponsor of the Super Bowl LX Halftime Show, set to be held on Sunday, February 8. This year's performer is Puerto Rican rapper and singer Bad Bunny. Tuesday, February 10: A few years ago, Apple's Home app was rearchitected, and the company will be ending support for the original architecture on this day. If you do not update, Apple warns you might experience issues. Tuesday, February 24: Apple will be holding its annual shareholders meeting at 8 a.m. Pacific Time, and it will once again be held virtually. Apple shareholders of record as of January 2, 2026 can vote to re-elect the company's board of directors, ask questions, and more. Apple rarely answers any questions about future plans, so the meetings are often unremarkable from a news perspective. Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Tag: SiriRelated Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Retail Accessories Apple Won't Sell You Now Available via New Site
A newly surfaced resale operation is seemingly offering Apple Store–exclusive display accessories to the public for the first time, potentially giving consumers access to Apple-designed hardware that the company has historically kept confined to its retail environments. Apple designs a range of premium MagSafe charging stands, display trays, and hardware systems exclusively for displays in its global retail stores. They have never been made available through Apple's online store or physical retail locations. "AppleUnsold" surfaced this week as an Australia-based seller that has begun offering ‌Apple Store‌ display hardware for sale through both an independent website and an eBay storefront. From company's website: AppleUnsold exists because too many people were asking the same question: "Where can I buy that?" The store display stands, retail accessories, Genius Bar tools and employee gear, and until now, the answer was always the same: you can't. Despite large demand, Apple simply won't sell them. That's where we come in. Display models, store exclusives and Apple-only equipment are exactly what we specialise in. We give you access to products you simply can't find anywhere else. Every item is genuine Apple, carefully inspected and graded before listing. Items currently offered or previously listed for sale include iPhone ‌MagSafe‌ demo chargers, Apple Watch charging docks, AirPods Max display stands, Apple Pencil trays, iPad ring stands, and display trays designed for Apple Vision Pro. The catalog also extends beyond presentation hardware to include diagnostic cables and service-related accessories, such as Apple Watch restore docks and HomePod debugging cables, which are typically reserved for ‌Apple Store‌ back-of-house use or authorized service environments. AppleUnsold says on its website that all items are genuine Apple products and that inventory consists of both new and used hardware. The company also notes that supply is limited and dependent on availability, with many items frequently selling out. The seller originally operated exclusively through eBay and continues to maintain a presence there alongside its standalone storefront. The AppleUnsold eBay account shows a 100% positive feedback rating based on a limited number of completed transactions. Customer feedback on specific listings includes confirmations that purchased items appear to be authentic Apple hardware. Apple's retail fixtures and internal tools are not authorized for consumer resale, and the company treats such hardware as proprietary retail property. Historically, Apple has taken action to restrict unauthorized sales of internal-use products, and it is not clear where AppleUnsold is sourcing stock from or how its business model works. Tag: RetailThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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The MacRumors Show: Apple Launches AirTag 2 and Creator Studio
On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss Apple's newly launched AirTag 2 and Apple Creator Studio. Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel for more videos Earlier this week, Apple announced the second-generation ‌AirTag‌, marking the first major update to its item tracker since the product's introduction in 2021, with improvements focused on tracking range, audio output, and device support rather than changes to its physical design. The new ‌AirTag‌ uses a second-generation Ultra Wideband chip that extends Precision Finding range by up to 50%, adds support for Precision Finding on compatible Apple Watch models for the first time, and includes an upgraded Bluetooth specification designed to improve general tracking range. Apple also says the built-in speaker is up to 50% louder, making it easier to locate items in noisy environments. AirTag 1 vs. AirTag 2 Buyer's Guide: All 15+ Differences Compared Externally, the ‌AirTag‌ remains visually similar to the original and continues to use a replaceable CR2032 coin battery with more than a year of battery life, while Apple has made a significant number of internal changes. The second-generation ‌AirTag‌ is priced the same as before at $29 for a single unit or $99 for a four-pack, is compatible with existing ‌AirTag‌ accessories, and requires devices running iOS 26.2.1 or later. Apple also launched Creator Studio, a new all-in-one subscription aimed at content creators. For $12.99 per month, or $129 per year, Creator Studio provides access to Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Pixelmator Pro, Motion, Compressor, and MainStage, consolidating tools for video editing, music production, image editing, and live performance. The bundle replaces Apple's long-standing one-time purchase model for these apps with a subscription approach, while keeping standalone versions available for users who do not want access to the full package. Beyond bundling existing apps, Creator Studio introduces a set of AI-powered features that are exclusive to subscribers. These include transcript and visual search in Final Cut Pro, enhanced beat detection and new dynamic titles, AI-assisted session players and harmonic analysis in Logic Pro, and new design and warp tools in Pixelmator Pro, which is now available on iPad for the first time. The subscription also unlocks premium AI features in Apple's free productivity apps, including Keynote, Pages, and Numbers, with Freeform support coming later. Creator Studio is available now via the App Store, with a one-month free trial for all users and a three-month trial for customers who purchase a qualifying new Mac or ‌iPad‌. The subscription supports Family Sharing for up to six people, and features discounted pricing for students and educators. The MacRumors Show has its own YouTube channel, so make sure you're subscribed to keep up with new episodes and clips. Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel! You can also listen to ‌The MacRumors Show‌ on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, or your preferred podcasts app. You can also copy our RSS feed directly into your podcast player. If you haven't already listened to the previous episode of The MacRumors Show, catch up to hear our discussion about Apple's plan to turn Siri into a chatbot with iOS 27, alongside plans for new hardware such as an AI pin. Subscribe to ‌The MacRumors Show‌ for new episodes every week, where we discuss some of the topical news breaking here on MacRumors, often joined by interesting guests such as Kayci Lacob, Kevin Nether, John Gruber, Mark Gurman, Jon Prosser, Luke Miani, Matthew Cassinelli, Brian Tong, Quinn Nelson, Jared Nelson, Eli Hodapp, Mike Bell, Sara Dietschy, iJustine, Jon Rettinger, Andru Edwards, Arnold Kim, Ben Sullins, Marcus Kane, Christopher Lawley, Frank McShan, David Lewis, Tyler Stalman, Sam Kohl, Federico Viticci, Thomas Frank, Jonathan Morrison, Ross Young, Ian Zelbo, and Rene Ritchie. ‌The MacRumors Show‌ is on X @MacRumorsShow, so be sure to give us a follow to keep up with the podcast. You can also head over to The MacRumors Show forum thread to engage with us directly. Remember to rate and review the podcast, and let us know what subjects and guests you would like to see in the future.Tag: The MacRumors ShowThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Shares 2026 Chinese New Year Short Film Shot on iPhone 17 Pro
Apple today shared a short film to usher in the Chinese New Year, aka Lunar New Year, which begins February 17 and will be celebrated through March 3. "A girl, a talking dog, and a meticulously thought out scheme make up this heartwarming tale about finding family," says Apple. "Apple joins forces with director Bai Xue for an imaginative blend of cinematography and stop-motion to usher in Chinese New Year." The video was shot on the iPhone 17 Pro, and there is also behind-the-scenes footage.Related Roundup: iPhone 17 ProTag: Apple AdsBuyer's Guide: iPhone 17 Pro (Neutral)Related Forum: iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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You Can Now Follow Apple Creator Studio on Instagram
Apple Creator Studio now has an official Instagram account, as spotted by Scott Buscemi. Apple Creator Studio is a new subscription bundle that provides access to Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Pixelmator Pro, Motion, Compressor, and MainStage on the Mac and/or iPad, with U.S. pricing set at $12.99 per month or $129 per year. A subscription also unlocks "intelligent features" and "premium content" in apps like Numbers, Pages, and Keynote, plus the Freeform app later this year. If you are interested in Apple's creative apps, you may wish to follow the account, which will presumably share tips and tricks and more.Tags: Apple Creator Studio, InstagramThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Will the iPhone Air 2 Launch This Year? The Latest Report Says No
A second-generation iPhone Air is "not expected this year," according to a Nikkei Asia report today that cites people familiar with Apple's supply chain. The report said Apple plans to release an iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and foldable iPhone later this year, followed by the base model iPhone 18 in the first half of next year. The report said Apple does have a revamped iPhone Air in the pipeline, but the publication does not expect it to launch until at least 2027. While one leaker on the Chinese social media platform Weibo has insisted that the iPhone Air will receive a spec bump this year, most reports from sources such as Bloomberg and The Information have pointed to an early 2027 launch. Last year, The Information reported that Apple was aiming to add a second rear camera to the next iPhone Air. That report added that the next iPhone Air could weigh less, have a larger battery capacity, and gain a vapor chamber cooling system like the iPhone 17 Pro models have. And Bloomberg expects the device to have a 2nm chip. While several reports indicated that the iPhone Air has been in low demand, the extreme popularity of the iPhone 17 base model and the iPhone 17 Pro models led iPhone revenue to a new all-time high last quarter, according to Apple.Related Roundup: iPhone AirTag: NikkeiBuyer's Guide: iPhone Air (Buy Now)This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Best Apple Deals of the Week: AirPods Pro 3 Return to $199 Record Low Price, Plus AirTag 4-Pack at $69.99
Apple's AirPods Pro 3 returned to their all-time low price of $199.00 this week on Amazon, accompanied by other solid discounts like $60 off AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation, $29 off AirTag 4-Pack, and a few deals across Anker and Nomad charging accessories. 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. AirPods What's the deal? Take up to $60 off AirPods 4 and AirPods Pro 3 Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $50 OFFAirPods Pro 3 for $199.00 $60 OFFAirPods 4 (ANC) for $119.00 Amazon brought back a few low prices on multiple AirPods models this week, including the AirPods Pro 3 for $199.00 and the AirPods Pro with Active Noise Cancellation for $119.00. In regards to the AirPods Pro 3, this is a match of the all-time low price on this model. AirTag What's the deal? Take $29 off AirTag 4-Pack Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $29 OFFAirTag 4-Pack for $69.99 Apple unveiled the second generation AirTag this week, but if you want the best discount on the product you'll do best looking at the first generation model on Amazon. The retailer has the AirTag 4-Pack for $69.99 right now, down from $99.00. Anker What's the deal? Save on Anker accessories Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $50 OFFAnker Charging Cube for $99.98 $79 OFFAnker Power Station + Lantern for $169.99 Amazon introduced a few notable discounts on multiple Anker accessories this week, with popular products like the MagSafe-compatible Charging Cube ($50 off) and Power Station with Retractable Lantern ($79 off) on sale at low prices. You can find even more accessories on sale in our original post. Nomad What's the deal? Take up to 49% off Nomad accessories Where can I get it? Nomad Where can I find the original deal? Right here UP TO 49% OFFNomad Overstock Sale On the heels of the launch of its newest Stratos Band for Apple Watch with an icy blue glow color, Nomad this week introduced an overstock sale, with major discounts across a few different product categories. This includes iPhone 17 cases, MagSafe-compatible charging stations, iPad folios, and much more. 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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Apple Explains How Gemini-Powered Siri Will Work
Apple CEO Tim Cook yesterday reiterated the structure of its partnership with Google to use Gemini AI models for the next generation version of Siri. During the company's Q1 2026 earnings call yesterday, Apple CEO ‌Tim Cook‌ and CFO Kevan Parekh were asked several questions about Apple Intelligence and the company's recently announced deal with Google to power the personalized version of ‌Siri‌ using Gemini. We basically determined that Google's AI technology would provide the most capable foundation for AFM (Apple Foundation Models), and we believe that we can unlock a lot of experiences and innovate in a key way due to the collaboration. We'll continue to run on the device and run in Private Cloud Compute and maintain our industry-leading privacy standards in doing so. In terms of the arrangement with Google, we're not releasing the details of that. That description closely matches language from Apple and Google's earlier joint announcement, which said that ‌Apple Intelligence‌ would continue to operate on Apple hardware and Private Cloud Compute. Cook also addressed Apple's own artificial intelligence development efforts, noting that the company continues to build its own technology alongside the Gemini partnership, but clarified that those efforts do not replace Google's role in the personalized ‌Siri‌ system. You should think of it as a collaboration. And we'll obviously independently continue to do some of our own stuff, but you should think of what is going to power the personalized version of Siri as a collaboration with Google. When asked about monetization and return on investment, Cook framed ‌Apple Intelligence‌ as a feature integrated across Apple's platforms rather than a discrete revenue driver. We're bringing intelligence to more of what people love and we're integrating it across the operating system in a personal and private way, and I think that by doing so, it creates great value, and that opens up a range of opportunities across our products and services. And we're very happy with the collaboration with Google as well, I should add. Neither Cook nor Parekh disclosed how many users currently have access to ‌Apple Intelligence‌ features or whether those capabilities are driving hardware upgrades. Apple previously acknowledged that ‌Apple Intelligence‌ is limited to devices with sufficient memory and processing capacity, which constrains availability somewhat.Tags: Apple Intelligence, Gemini, Siri, Tim CookThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Teases 'Innovations That Have Never Been Seen Before' This Year
Apple CEO Tim Cook believes that his company will have opportunities to deliver "innovations that have never been seen before" this year. "As I said at the beginning of my remarks, this was, in so many ways, a remarkable quarter for Apple, and we're excited for all the opportunities we'll have in the year ahead to deliver innovations that have never been seen before and enrich the lives of users every step of the way," said Cook, on an earnings call on Thursday. Cook hypes up Apple's future on every earnings call, but "innovations that have never been seen before" is particularly bold wording compared to his usual comment about how the company's product pipeline is stronger than ever. Only time will tell if Apple actually delivers. Will the foldable iPhone have any breakthrough features, such as a rumored crease-free screen? Will the more personalized version of Siri go above and beyond the likes of ChatGPT in any ways? Will the long-rumored Apple smart glasses do anything unique compared to the Meta Ray-Bans? Will the rumored Apple smart home hub, security camera, and Face ID video doorbell give companies like Google and Ring a run for their money? These are some of 2026's burning questions, and we look forward to seeing what Apple has in store throughout what should be quite a busy year.Tag: Tim CookThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Google Maps Now Lets You Chat With Gemini AI While Walking or Biking
Google Maps now lets you talk to Gemini while following walking or cycling directions. The latest update is an extension to the AI chatbot's existing conversational navigation feature in driving mode that rolled out in November. You can now ask Gemini hands-free questions without leaving the navigation screen. While walking, for example, you can ask things like "Tell me more about this neighborhood" or "Are there cafes with a bathroom along my route?" Cyclists can also check their ETA without taking their hands off the handlebars. The embedded video below gives you an idea of how Gemini already works during driving navigation. Google says the feature addresses the practical problem of typing while moving, which is awkward at best and dangerous at worst. The Gemini integration also supports follow-up questions, so you could, for example, ask for a budget-friendly restaurant with vegan options, then follow up with questions about parking. Beyond discovery queries, users can also issue navigation commands like "Add stop," "Show alternative routes," or "Mute guidance." You can also ask practical questions such as "What's my next turn?" or "What's the weather like at my destination?" To activate Gemini during navigation, tap the Gemini icon in the top-right corner or use the "Hey Google" invocation. The feature is available now worldwide on iOS wherever Gemini is supported, with Android availability rolling out gradually.Tag: Google MapsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Ends iPhone Upgrade Program in the UK
Apple has discontinued the iPhone Upgrade Program in the United Kingdom, moving to a more traditional financing system. The change appears to be related to Apple ending its partnership with Barclays bank, which supported the ‌iPhone‌ Upgrade Program in the UK. The iPhone Upgrade Program webpage in the country now says: The iPhone Upgrade Program is coming to an end, but we think you'll love what's next. You don't need to do anything right now, just keep making your remaining payments. When it's time for your next iPhone, the Flexible Finance Account will offer you a new, more flexible way to upgrade. The ‌iPhone‌ Upgrade Program allows customers to get a new ‌iPhone‌ annually with AppleCare+ included for a monthly fee. It essentially provides a 0% APR, 20 or 24-month loan, usually with an upfront payment. After 11-12 payments, users can upgrade to the latest model, provided they trade in their current device in good condition. To replace the program in the UK, Apple has debuted a new "Flexible Finance Account" in partnership with Creation. The Flexible Finance Account provided by Creation is a line of credit that lets you spread the cost of your next Apple device, and it's available exclusively at the Apple Store. The good news is, it gives you even more options when it's time for the latest iPhone. Whether applying in-store or online, choose a plan that works for you and get ready to upgrade. When a new ‌iPhone‌ is released, users can trade in their old device, and use the credit to pay off their associated plan. Creation and PayPal Credit now fully replace Barclays for general Apple device financing in the UK. The ‌iPhone‌ Upgrade Program continues to be available in other countries. Tags: Barclays Bank, iPhone Upgrade Program, United KingdomThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple's New Split iPhone Launch Strategy Corroborated in Latest Report
Apple's rumored plan to split its iPhone launch cycle beginning this year has gained additional credibility, with a new report from Nikkei Asia corroborating earlier claims from The Information, Bloomberg, and Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. According to Nikkei's sources, Apple will prioritize its first foldable iPhone along with iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max models for the second half of 2026, while the standard iPhone 18 will ship in the first half of 2027. An updated iPhone 18e is also expected to appear in the first half of 2027. Nikkei's report does not mention this. It does note however that a second-generation iPhone Air is in Apple's pipeline, though it is not expected this year. The staggered approach aims to both optimize resources and maximize Apple's revenue from premium models amid rising memory chip costs and supply chain pressures, according to the report. One supplier executive told Nikkei that a smoothly functioning supply chain is "one of the key challenges" this year, adding that a marketing strategy change also factored into Apple's decision to prioritize its premium devices. The report also notes that Apple is facing additional pressure as some of its suppliers have shifted resources toward AI companies like Nvidia, Google, and Amazon. Notably, Apple explicitly mentioned iPhone supply constraints during its recent earnings call on Thursday. The pressure comes at a key time for Apple's ambitious new device: mass producing a foldable iPhone requires more complicated manufacturing techniques and new materials, so it's crucial for Apple to minimize production issues leading up to and during its expected launch in the fall. For Apple's part, it has not officially confirmed any changes to its traditional annual fall iPhone release schedule.Tag: NikkeiThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Was Caught Off Guard by AirPods Pro 3 Popularity
AirPods Pro 3 demand was so strong after the earbuds launched in September that their popularity reportedly "caught Apple off guard." "AirPods Pro 3 were supply-constrained during the quarter, and we think we would have grown year over year if we would not have been constrained," Apple CEO Tim Cook told Reuters, in a report published alongside Apple's record-breaking earnings results for the fourth quarter of the 2025 calendar year. He is referring to Apple's Wearable, Home, and Accessories category, which saw around a 2% drop in revenue year-over-year. AirPods Pro 3 no longer have any extended delivery delays on Apple's online store, so it would appear that Apple has caught up on supply by now. AirPods Pro 3 feature increased active noise cancellation, improved sound quality, longer battery life per charge, heart rate monitoring during workouts, improved fit for many users, increased water resistance, a new XXS ear tip size, and more.Related Roundup: AirPods Pro 3Buyer's Guide: AirPods Pro (Buy Now)Related Forum: AirPodsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Responds to Fast-Rising RAM and Storage Chip Prices
On an earnings call with equity analysts today, Apple CEO Tim Cook responded to fast-rising RAM and SSD storage prices in the supply chain. Cook said that rising memory chip prices had a "minimal impact" on Apple's gross margin in the fourth quarter of the 2025 calendar year, but he does expect a "bit more of an impact" on the company's gross margin in the current quarter. Cook added that Apple is aware of the rising prices and "will look at a range of options to deal with that" over the long term, if necessary. Apple reported record-breaking revenue of $143.8 billion last quarter, up 16% year-over-year, and it is predicting similar 13% to 16% year-over-year growth and gross margin of 48% to 49% in the current quarter, so the company is still reporting impressive earnings results despite concerns surrounding memory chip prices. This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Reaches 2.5 Billion Active Devices
There are now more than 2.5 billion active Apple devices, the company announced today. "We are also excited to announce that our installed base now has more than 2.5 billion active devices, which is a testament to incredible customer satisfaction for the very best products and services in the world," said Apple CEO Tim Cook, in a press release announcing the company's record-breaking earnings results. Apple said it had more than 2.35 billion active devices in the year-ago quarter, and the number continues to rise. It shows that Apple has a massive opportunity to sell services, ranging from Apple Music subscriptions to iCloud+ storage plans.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple CEO Tim Cook Says iPhone Demand Was 'Simply Staggering' Towards End of 2025
Apple today reported earnings results for the fourth quarter of the 2025 calendar year, including record-breaking $143.8 billion revenue that was up 16% year-over-year. These results were driven in part by exceptionally strong iPhone sales. iPhone revenue in the quarter was $85.2 billion, a new all-time high. That is up from $69.1 billion in the year-ago quarter, a 23% increase. "iPhone had its best-ever quarter driven by unprecedented demand, with all-time records across every geographic segment," said Apple CEO Tim Cook, in Apple's press release announcing its earnings results. Cook told CNBC's Steve Kovach that demand for the iPhone last quarter was "simply staggering" and beat Apple's expectations. The latest iPhone lineup includes the iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. Apple does not break down iPhone revenue on a model-by-model basis, and it did not comment on which models were most popular last quarter. The quarter encompassed the 2025 holiday shopping season, so it is safe to say that a lot of people were gifted a shiny new iPhone last month.Related Roundups: iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone AirBuyer's Guide: iPhone 17 (Neutral), iPhone 17 Pro (Neutral), iPhone Air (Buy Now)Related Forum: iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Reports Record-Setting 1Q 2026 Results: $42.1B Profit on $143.8B Revenue
Apple today announced financial results for the first fiscal quarter of 2026, which corresponds to the fourth calendar quarter of 2025. For the quarter, Apple posted revenue of $143.8 billion and net quarterly profit of $42.1 billion, or $2.84 per diluted share, compared to revenue of $124.3 billion and net quarterly profit of $36.3 billion, or $2.40 per diluted share, in the year-ago quarter. Apple set all-time records during the quarter for total revenue, earnings per share, iPhone revenue, and services revenue. Total revenue was up 16 percent year-over-year, while earnings per share rose by 19 percent. Gross margin for the quarter was 48.2 percent, compared to 46.9 percent in the year-ago quarter. Apple also declared a quarterly dividend payment of $0.26 per share, payable on February 12 to shareholders of record as of February 9."Today, Apple is proud to report a remarkable, record-breaking quarter, with revenue of $143.8 billion, up 16 percent from a year ago and well above our expectations," said Tim Cook, Apple's CEO. "iPhone had its best-ever quarter driven by unprecedented demand, with all-time records across every geographic segment, and Services also achieved an all-time revenue record, up 14 percent from a year ago. We are also excited to announce that our installed base now has more than 2.5 billion active devices, which is a testament to incredible customer satisfaction for the very best products and services in the world."As has been the case for over five years now, Apple is once again not issuing guidance for the current quarter ending in March. Apple will provide live streaming of its fiscal Q1 2026 financial results conference call at 2:00 pm Pacific, and MacRumors will update this story with coverage of the conference call highlights. Conference call starts at 2:00 p.m. Pacific - No need to refresh Loading live updates... var reportinglive = new reportinglive_module;reportinglive.init();Tag: EarningsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Called Out in New 'Encrypt It Already' Campaign
The non-profit Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) today launched an "Encrypt It Already" campaign that calls on tech companies such as Apple, Google, Meta, and others to implement or expand end-to-end encryption on their platforms. iCloud already provides end-to-end encryption for more than a dozen data categories by default. For users looking for additional protection, Apple offers an optional feature called Advanced Data Protection, which extends end-to-end encryption to iCloud Backup, Notes, Photos, Voice Memos, and more. But, the EFF wants Apple to go further. For example, the EFF said Apple and Google should deliver on a promise to implement end-to-end encryption for RCS messaging. Last year, Apple said it planned to add support for end-to-end encrypted RCS messages to the Messages app in future iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and watchOS updates, but it did not provide a specific timeframe. Starting with the iOS 26.3 beta, Apple appears to be laying the groundwork for carriers to be able to support end-to-end encryption for RCS messaging. iMessage has already supported end-to-end encryption by default since 2011. The EFF also called on Apple and Google to offer users per-app AI permissions, so Apple Intelligence and Google Gemini can be turned off in certain apps. The non-profit organization said it is also important how tech companies communicate new implementations of end-to-end encryption. It encouraged the companies to write blog posts that summarize key details, publish technical papers and user documentation that go into further detail, and follow best practices for data minimization. The EFF encourages people to use Apple's feedback form to let the company know that additional end-to-end encryption support is important to them.Tag: EFFThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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MacBook Pro: What to Know as Wait Continues for M5 Pro and M5 Max
The launch of Apple Creator Studio on Wednesday would have been a fitting opportunity for Apple to unveil new MacBook Pro models with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, but unfortunately it looks like that was nothing more than wishful thinking. For now, all we have is a broad timeframe from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, who expects new MacBook Pro models "in the first half of the year." The next window for Apple to update the MacBook Pro might be tied to the upcoming release of macOS 26.3. In October, AppleInsider's Marko Zivkovic said the MacBook Pro models with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips are "expected to ship with macOS 26.3," at least as of the time that he wrote that. macOS 26.3 remains in beta testing, but it should be coming out soon, with a public release expected in the first half of February. Like the Apple Creator Studio launch, though, the release of macOS 26.3 could come and go without any new MacBook Pro models. But, until a more specific release date is rumored, this is all we have to go on for now. Keep in mind that Apple's marketing chief Greg Joswiak has often put out a social media teaser for upcoming launches lately, including for the 14-inch MacBook Pro with the standard M5 chip most recently. He did not put out a teaser before the new AirTag, but that was merely an accessory. So, perhaps we will have to wait for that. Beyond the M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, the next MacBook Pro models are not expected to have any major changes. We recommend skipping the next models, unless you really need to upgrade, as the MacBook Pro is expected to receive a major redesign with an OLED touch screen, a thinner case, and more as soon as late 2026. While reports have said there is a chance that the redesigned MacBook Pro does not arrive until 2027, there is precedent for two MacBook Pro refreshes in one year. In 2023, Apple released MacBook Pro models with M2 Pro and M2 Max chips in January, followed by models with M3 Pro and M3 Max chips in October. In the meantime, the wait for the models with the M5 Pro and M5 Max chips continues.Related Roundup: MacBook ProBuyer's Guide: MacBook Pro (Caution)Related Forum: MacBook ProThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Just Made Its Second-Biggest Acquisition Ever After Beats
Apple today confirmed to Reuters that it has acquired Q.ai, an Israeli startup that is working on artificial intelligence technology for audio. Apple paid close to $2 billion for Q.ai, according to sources cited by the Financial Times. That would make this Apple's second-biggest acquisition ever, after it paid $3 billion for the popular headphone and audio brand Beats in 2014. Q.ai has developed technology that can "analyze facial expressions" to understand "silent speech," according to the Financial Times. "Patents filed by Q.Ai show its technology being used in headphones or glasses, using 'facial skin micro movements' to communicate without talking," the report said, adding that this could pave the way for "non-verbal discussions" with Siri. Q.ai CEO Aviad Maizels previously founded another Israeli startup, PrimeSense, which was also acquired by Apple in 2013. Apple used PrimeSense's technology to develop Face ID, which debuted on the iPhone X in 2017. Q.ai's founding team will join Apple, including Maizels, Yonatan Wexler, and Avi Barliya. Apple's chipmaking chief Johny Srouji described Q.ai as "a remarkable company that is pioneering new and creative ways to use imaging and machine learning," in a statement shared with Reuters. "We're thrilled to acquire the company, with Aviad at the helm, and are even more excited for what's to come." This acquisition comes as Apple's former design chief Jony Ive has been working with OpenAI on a new AI device, and as other companies like Meta have released AI-powered devices such as the Meta Ray-Ban glasses with an in-lens display.Tags: Apple Acquisition, Financial TimesThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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AirTag 1 vs. AirTag 2 Buyer's Guide: All 15+ Differences Compared
Apple's new AirTag introduces a series of small improvements, so how does it compare to the original model from 2021? The second-generation ‌AirTag‌ arrives five years after the original, bringing improvements to tracking range, speaker output, and internal design while retaining the same outward design and accessory compatibility. At the same time, first-generation AirTags remain available from some retailers at reduced prices, raising the question of whether the newer model is worth choosing over the original, or whether the earlier ‌AirTag‌ still makes sense as a lower-cost option. The comparison below outlines every difference between the two generations, including Apple-announced feature upgrades and hardware changes identified through teardowns. While both models perform the same core function of tracking items through the Find My network, there are some small differences worth noting: ‌AirTag‌ (first-generation, 2021) ‌AirTag‌ (second-generation, 2026) First-generation Ultra Wideband chip Second-generation Ultra Wideband chip Shorter Precision Finding range Up to 50% farther Precision Finding range Precision Finding on iPhone only Precision Finding on ‌iPhone‌ and Apple Watch (Series 9 and later and Ultra 2) Earlier Bluetooth implementation Upgraded Bluetooth with increased range Bluetooth identifiers rotate at standard intervals Bluetooth identifiers rotate more frequently Standard speaker volume Up to 50% louder speaker Chime note in F Chime note in G Works on earlier supported iOS versions Requires iOS 26.2.1 or later Reset without a required wait between battery removals Reset requires battery out for at least five seconds each cycle 11g weight 11.8g weight (around 7% heavier) Back text listing "Assembled in China" and "Designed by Apple" Back text in all-caps listing IP67, NFC, and ‌Find My‌ Thicker main PCB Thinner main PCB with revised battery connectors, and additional test pads and markings Smaller speaker coil Slightly larger speaker coil Speaker magnet more easily removable Speaker magnet more firmly secured and harder to remove Wider box with flat printed text and plastic pull tabs Redesigned narrower box with updated artwork, raised UV printed text, and paper pull tabs Folio-style inner tray holding up to two rows of two AirTags Redesigned inner tray with simpler design holding up to four AirTags For buyers choosing between the two ‌AirTag‌ models, the decision depends less on basic tracking and more on how and where an ‌AirTag‌ is typically used. Both generations rely on the same ‌Find My‌ network for long-distance location updates, offer similar battery life, and work with the same accessories, so neither model is considerably better for general item tracking. The second-generation ‌AirTag‌ is likely to benefit users who frequently rely on Precision Finding rather than approximate location. The extended Ultra Wideband range makes it easier to determine the specific location of items, while the louder speaker improves audibility in noisy spaces or when an ‌AirTag‌ is buried inside a bag or suitcase. Support for Precision Finding on compatible Apple Watch models also makes the newer ‌AirTag‌ more convenient for users who often leave their ‌iPhone‌ behind. The first-generation ‌AirTag‌ remains a practical option for the overwhelming majority of use cases, such as tracking keys, backpacks, or household items that are usually misplaced within short distances. If available at a meaningful discount, it may offer better value for users who do not need Precision Finding at extended range, do not use an Apple Watch for item location, or simply want basic ‌Find My‌ functionality at the lowest cost. For existing ‌AirTag‌ owners, there is certainly no pressing need to upgrade. For new buyers, the second-generation ‌AirTag‌ simply offers the most complete feature set and greater flexibility going forward, acting as a moderate specification bump over the previous model.Tag: AirTagThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Here's Everything Apple Released This Week
Following a quiet start to 2026, the final week of January has been a busy one for Apple so far. There are new versions of the AirTag and the Black Unity band for the Apple Watch, and the Apple Creator Studio bundle is now available. Apple also released iOS 26.2.1 and watchOS 26.2.1 updates, and iOS 26.3 beta testing continues. While the launch of Apple Creator Studio would have been a fitting opportunity for Apple to unveil new MacBook Pro models with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, unfortunately it looks like that proved to be nothing more than wishful thinking. We have recapped our coverage of these topics below. New AirTag Apple Unveils New AirTag With Longer Range, Louder Speaker, and More 10+ Things to Know About the New AirTag 2 New AirTag's Improved Precision Finding Requires These iPhone Models AirTag 2: These Airlines Offer Feature That Helps Find Your Lost Bags Precision Finding on Apple Watch Doesn't Work With the Original AirTag Teardown Reveals AirTag 2 is Full of Hidden Changes New Black Unity Band Apple Introduces New Black Unity Apple Watch Band Apple Creator Studio Apple's 'Creator Studio' App Bundle Now Available for $12.99 Per Month Apple Creator Studio Hands-On: What You Get for $12.99 Per Month Apple Updates Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro With These New Features Apple Updates Keynote, Numbers, and Pages Apps With New Free and Paid Features Pixelmator Pro Launches on iPad With Apple Pencil Support and More Apple Stops Selling $200 'Pro Apps' Bundle With Final Cut Pro and More Software Updates Apple Releases iOS 26.2.1 With AirTag 2 Support Apple Releases watchOS 26.2.1, Adding Precision Finding Support for AirTag 2 Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 to Developers Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 to Public Beta Testers iOS 26.3 Adds Privacy Setting to Limit Carrier Location Tracking Warning: These Continuity Features Are Broken on Latest iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 Betas iPhone 5s Gets New Software Update 13 Years After LaunchThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Amazon Discounts Anker's Most Popular MagSafe-Compatible Chargers, Power Stations, and More
Amazon this week has a few notable sales from popular brands like Anker, Ecovacs, and Jackery. These include discounts on everything from MagSafe-compatible chargers to portable power stations and robot vacuums. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. Amazon has discounts on multiple Anker charging accessories, including products like the 3-in-1 MagSafe-Compatible Charging Cube for $99.98, down from $149.95 and the SOLIX C300 Power Station with Lantern for $169.99, down from $249.00. You can find these deals and more in the lists below, and this time around none require any coupon codes. $50 OFFAnker Charging Cube for $99.98 $79 OFFAnker Power Station + Lantern for $169.99 Anker 6-in-1 USB-C Power Strip - $79.99, down from $109.99 140W 4-Port GaN USB-C Charger - $64.99, down from $99.99 3-in-1 MagSafe-Compatible Charging Cube - $99.98, down from $149.95 SOLIX C300 Power Station with Lantern - $169.99, down from $249.00 SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station - $429.00, down from $799.00 SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station - $799.00, down from $1,499.00 Jackery Explorer 300 Portable Power Station + Solar Panel - $349.00, down from $499.00 Explorer 1000 V2 Portable Power Station - $424.65, down from $799.00 Explorer 1500 Portable Power Station - $898.99, down from $1,399.00 HomePower 3000 Portable Power Station - $1,299.00, down from $2,499.00 HomePower 3000 Portable Power Station + Solar Panels - $1,598.99, down from $2,999.00 HomePower 3600 Plus Portable Power Station - $2,099.00, down from $3,699.00 Ecovacs Deebot N20 Robot Vacuum Cleaner and Mop - $161.49, down from $199.99 Deebot T80 Omni Robot Vacuum and Mop - $499.99, down from $999.99 Deebot X9 Pro Omni Robot Vacuum and Mop - $699.00, down from $799.00 Deebot X8 Pro Omni Robot Vacuum and Mop - $749.00, down from $1,099.99 Deebot X11 OmniCyclone Robot Vacuum and Mop - $1,099.00, down from $1,499.99 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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College Students now get 12 months of Microsoft 365 Premium and LinkedIn Premium Career on us 
We’ve put together something special just for students—a limited time offer that helps you study smarter, stand out in your job search, and turn your ambitions into reality. The post appeared first on Microsoft 365 Blog.

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ISB (Islamabad) on 2026-01-30
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 30, 19:00 UTC  -  Jan 31, 00:00 UTCJan 30, 18:50 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in ISB (Islamabad) datacenter between 2026-01-30 19:00 and 2026-01-31 00:00 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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DEL (New Delhi) on 2026-01-30
Jan 30, 18:15 UTCIn progress - Scheduled maintenance is currently in progress. We will provide updates as necessary.Jan 30, 17:56 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in DEL (New Delhi) datacenter between 2026-01-30 18:15 and 2026-01-31 01:00 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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OAuth Login Issues for New MCP Customers
Status: InvestigatingWe're investigating an issue affecting OAuth login on mcp.zapier.com "mcp.zapier.com": http://mcp.zapier.com for newly signed-up customers. Impact: New customers who signed up after 18:00 UTC on January 29 may experience OAuth login failures when accessing MCP (our agent platform). Unaffected: All other Zapier services are operating normally. Existing customers are not impacted. Status: Our engineering team is actively investigating the root cause, which appears to be related to a recent change in how new accounts are synchronized between our systems. We are working to identify and fix the underlying issue. Next steps: We’ll share updates as we make progress. If you signed up recently and can’t log in to MCP, please contact our support team for assistance. https://zapier.com/app/get-help We appreciate your patience while we work to resolve this issue.Affected components MCP (Degraded performance)

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Cloudflare FedRAMP Dashboard Authentication Issues
Jan 30, 03:01 UTCResolved - This incident has been resolved.Jan 29, 12:38 UTCMonitoring - A fix has been implemented and we are monitoring the results.Jan 29, 05:10 UTCIdentified - The issue has been identified and a fix is being implemented.Jan 29, 04:24 UTCInvestigating - Cloudflare is investigating issues specifically affecting authentication for the Cloudflare FedRAMP Dashboard.These issues do not impact the delivery of cached content via the Cloudflare CDN, nor do they impact any security features at the Cloudflare Edge. Additionally, the standard Cloudflare Dashboard remains fully operational and is not impacted by this incident. We are working to resolve the authentication error as quickly as possible.

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Cloudflare Billing Issues
Jan 30, 02:47 UTCUpdate - We are continuing to investigate this issue.Jan 30, 02:42 UTCInvestigating - Cloudflare is experiencing problems in processing changes through our billing subscription service. We will provide an update once billing subscription services return to normal.

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CWB (Curitiba) on 2026-01-30
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 30, 12:00 - 23:00 UTCJan 29, 20:01 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in CWB (Curitiba) datacenter on 2026-01-30 between 12:00 and 23:00 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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Canada Account Security Service Partner Maintenance
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 29, 23:00 PST  -  Jan 30, 03:00 PSTJan 29, 11:28 PSTScheduled - Our service partner is conducting an emergency maintenance from 29 January 2026 at 23:00 PST until 30 January 2026 at 03:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent API request failures for the following carriers and country: Bell Canada, Rogers Canada.Impacted Products: Verify Silent Network Auth, Lookup Identity Match, Lookup SIM Swap, Legacy Identity MatchAndAttributes, Lookup Line Type Intelligence [Twilio API]We are aware of the short notice and are working with our Carrier Partners to provide earlier notification where possible.

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DAC (Dhaka) on 2026-01-29
Jan 29, 19:15 UTCIn progress - Scheduled maintenance is currently in progress. We will provide updates as necessary.Jan 29, 19:05 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in DAC (Dhaka) datacenter on 2026-01-29 between 19:15 and 23:15 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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LAX (Los Angeles) on 2026-01-30
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 30, 08:00 - 13:00 UTCJan 29, 16:25 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in LAX (Los Angeles) datacenter on 2026-01-30 between 08:00 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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BOM (Mumbai) on 2026-01-30
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 30, 18:30 - 23:30 UTCJan 29, 15:01 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in BOM (Mumbai) datacenter on 2026-01-30 between 18:30 and 23:30 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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YYZ (Toronto) on 2026-01-30
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 30, 08:00 - 13:00 UTCJan 29, 08:41 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in YYZ (Toronto) datacenter on 2026-01-30 between 08:00 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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YOW (Ottawa) on 2026-01-30
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 30, 08:00 - 13:00 UTCJan 29, 08:41 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in YOW (Ottawa) datacenter on 2026-01-30 between 08:00 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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BOM (Mumbai) on 2026-01-29
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 29, 18:30 - 23:30 UTCJan 29, 04:13 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in BOM (Mumbai) datacenter on 2026-01-29 between 18:30 and 23:30 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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United States SMS and MMS Carrier Maintenance – T-Mobile
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 29, 22:00 PST  -  Jan 30, 04:00 PSTJan 28, 15:08 PSTScheduled - The T-Mobile network in the United States is conducting a planned maintenance from 29 January 2026 at 22:00 PST until 30 January 2026 at 04:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS and MMS to and from T-Mobile United States handsets when sending via long codes and short codes.

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Intermittent throttling errors when pulling a trigger sample
Status: IdentifiedWe are currently experiencing intermittent issues with sample record retrieval in the Zapier editor. When users attempt to pull sample records during the trigger step of Zap setup or editing, they may encounter throttling errors that prevent the samples from loading. There is no impact to existing, already built Zaps.

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AUS (Austin) on 2026-01-30
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 30, 20:00 - 21:30 UTCJan 28, 21:20 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in AUS (Austin) datacenter on 2026-01-30 between 20:00 and 21:30 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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Maintenance for Linode API
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 29, 13:30 - 15:30 UTCJan 28, 15:56 UTCScheduled - On Thursday, January 29, 2026, starting at 1:30PM UTC, We will be performing planned maintenance on the Linode API Platform. There is no expected downtime.

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BOG (Bogota) on 2026-01-30
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 30, 08:00 - 13:00 UTCJan 28, 16:16 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in BOG (Bogota) datacenter on 2026-01-30 between 08:00 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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YWG (Winnipeg) on 2026-01-30
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 30, 08:00 - 13:00 UTCJan 28, 16:18 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in YWG (Winnipeg) datacenter on 2026-01-30 between 08:00 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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LinkedIn Ads – New Lead Gen Form Response (Sponsored content) Trigger – Missing Webhooks
Status: InvestigatingWe are currently investigating an issue affecting the LinkedIn Ads "New Lead Gen Form Response (Sponsored content)" trigger. Customers using this trigger are experiencing delays or failures in their Zaps firing as expected. What's happening: The webhook notifications that power this trigger are not being received, which prevents connected Zaps from executing automatically. What we're doing: Our integrations engineering team is actively investigating the root cause. We've confirmed the issue is isolated to this specific trigger and have ruled out common account-level issues through standard troubleshooting steps. Current impact: Multiple customers have reported this issue. We're working to understand the full scope and timeline for resolution. Next steps: We'll provide an update as soon as we have more information about the cause and expected resolution time. Thank you for your patience as we work through this. For support, please reach out to our team and reference incident INC-670.

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Refurb Apple 7th-Gen. iPad 10.2″ 32GB WiFi Tablet (2019) for $99 + free shipping
It's the best deal we've seen for this model. It includes a 1-year Allstate warranty. Buy Now at eBay

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Refurb Apple 7th-Gen. iPad 10.2″ 128GB WiFi Tablet (2019) for $99 + free shipping
It's the best deal we've seen for this model. It includes a 1-year Allstate warranty. Buy Now at eBay

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Used Apple Mac mini Haswell i5 Desktop (2014) for $60 + free shipping
That's the lowest price we've seen for it in any condition. (The previous all-time low was $90.)It's a comparison that holds true even if you opt to spend an extra $15 for a 1-year Allstate warranty. (An easy checkbo option on the product page.) Buy Now at eBay Features 4th-generation Intel Core i5-4260U 1.4GHz Haswell dual-core CPU 8GB RAM & 500GB hard drive Mac OS X Model: A1347

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iPad Pro M4 Tablets at Costco From $800 + free shipping
That's a savings of up to $349 when compared to Best Buy's prices. Buy Now at Costco

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Open-box Apple iPad Air M3 11″ 128GB WiFi Tablet (2025) for $458 + free shipping
It's the best price we could find by $101. Buy Now at eBay

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Best Buy 48-Hour Flash iPad Deals from $299 + free shipping
Save between $50 and $100 on over 10 models in the Best Buy 48-Hour Flash Sale. We’ve pictured the Apple iPad Pro M5 13″ 512GB WiFi Tablet for $1,399 ($100 savings). My Best Buy members get free shipping. (It’s free to join. Shipping is free for everyone over $35.)  Buy Now at Best Buy

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Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU – Purple – G19Q4LL/A – $1,859.00
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU - Purple – G19Q4LL/A $1,859.00 Originally released October 2023 24-inch 4.5K Retina display;² 4480-by-2520 resolution at 218 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors 16GB unified memory 2TB SSD¹ Magic Keyboard with Touch ID⁵ 1080p FaceTime HD camera Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports Two USB 3 ports (up to 10Gb/s) Product page on the Apple Store…

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Refurb 9th-Gen. Apple iPad 10.2″ 64GB WiFi Tablet (2021) for $165 + free shipping
That's half of what you'd pay for this item in factory sealed condition. A one-year Allstate warranty is provided with purchase. Buy Now at eBay

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Apple iPad Air 13″ M2 256GB WiFi + Cellular Tablet (2024) for $820 + free shipping
That's a low by at least $124, and you'd pay even more at Amazon, which charges $1,049. Buy Now at Best Buy Features Liquid Retina display Apple M2 chip touch ID 12MP front & back cameras

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Used Apple Smart Keyboard for iPad for $21 + free shipping
Use promo code "VIPOUTLET2026" to drop it to the best price we've seen in any condition. Buy Now at eBay

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Used Apple Smart Keyboard for iPad for $21 + free shipping
Use promo code "VIPOUTLET2026" to drop it to the best price we've seen in any condition. Buy Now at eBay

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Used Apple Smart Keyboard for iPad for $21 + free shipping
Use promo code "VIPOUTLET2026" to drop it to the best price we've seen in any condition. Buy Now at eBay

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Used Apple Smart Keyboard for iPad for $21 + free shipping
Use promo code "VIPOUTLET2026" to drop it to the best price we've seen in any condition. Buy Now at eBay

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Used Apple Smart Keyboard for iPad for $21 + free shipping
Use promo code "VIPOUTLET2026" to drop it to the best price we've seen in any condition. Buy Now at eBay

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Used Apple Smart Keyboard for iPad for $21 + free shipping
Use promo code "VIPOUTLET2026" to drop it to the best price we've seen in any condition. Buy Now at eBay

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