No need to rent cloud storage when lifetime access to Koofr’s 1TB is just $130 through 6/28
Macworld TL;DR: Pay once, store files for years—get 1TB of Koofr cloud storage for life for $129.97 (reg. $810) with code KOOFR through June 28. Monthly cloud storage subscriptions add up quickly, especially if you plan to keep your files backed up long-term. Koofr is a more cost-effective option because it only charges you once for 1TB of cloud storage that lasts for life, and it’s even on sale during this Deal Days event (our answer to Prime Day). Instead of paying $810, it’s only $129.97. This sale ends soon Koofr is a cross-platform service that’s compatible with Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android. You can access files through the desktop or mobile apps, a web browser, or WebDAV. It also connects with other major cloud services like Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, and Amazon, so you can manage files stored across platforms from one place. Beyond storage, Koofr also has tools to simplify file management. You can identify duplicate files to free up space, batch rename groups of files, and create custom links to securely share documents. All of your files are encrypted during upload and storage. Once you buy the plan, you keep it for life. That means no renewal reminders, monthly charges, or tiered upgrades. Just one payment for long-term access. To activate the plan, you’ll need to redeem your code within 15 days of purchase. Use code KOOFR by June 28 at 11:59 p.m. PT to get a 1TB Koofr Cloud Storage Lifetime Subscription on sale for $129.97. Click here to view more of the Deal Days collection. Koofr Cloud Storage: Lifetime Subscription (1TB)See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.

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This Deal Days Babbel offer may be the smartest travel purchase you make
Macworld TL;DR: Learn 14 languages for life: Grab a Babbel Lifetime Subscription for $134.99 (reg. $299) with the StackSocial code LEARN through June 28. If your vacation plans include more than pointing at menu items and hoping for the best, this exclusive Babbel offer is worth a look. As part of our Deal Days sale running through June 28—our answer to Prime Day—you can get a Babbel Language Learning Lifetime Subscription for just $134.99 (reg. $299) with the StackSocial code LEARN. The offer is available to new users in the United States. Babbel isn’t about memorizing random phrases you’ll never use. The platform was built by more than 100 expert linguists and focuses on practical conversations you’ll actually have while traveling, working, dining out, shopping, or navigating a new city. In fact, many learners can begin holding basic conversations within as little as a month. Imagine confidently ordering dinner in Rome, asking for directions in Paris, or chatting with locals in Barcelona without immediately reaching for a translation app. The lifetime subscription includes access to all 14 available languages, including Spanish, French, Italian, German, Portuguese, Dutch, Swedish, and English. Lessons take just 10 to 15 minutes, making them easy to fit into a lunch break, commute, or evening routine. You’ll also get speech recognition technology to help improve pronunciation, personalized review sessions, an AI Conversation Partner. Whether your next destination is across the ocean or just across town, this is the time to get Babbel while it’s just $134.99 (reg. $299) with the StackSocial code LEARN through June 28. Babbel Language Learning: Lifetime Subscription (All Languages)See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.

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Apple asks Trump admin to approve Chinese RAM after product price increases
The Financial Times reports that Apple is seeking clearance from the Trump administration to purchase memory chips from a blacklisted Chinese company. The move would help it meet demand for product manufacturing during the ongoing global memory supply shortage.

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This is going to sound cornier than a bucket of Jiffy-Pop, but it is a profound irony that a man with such a big and beautiful figurative heart could have such a lousy literal one.

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Anthropic cleared to release Claude Mythos 5 to over 100 US institutions
Following an export control directive two weeks ago that forced Anthropic to disable access to Claude Fable 5 and Claude Mythos 5 for all customers, the company scored a partial victory in a deal with the US government earlier tonight. Here are the details.

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AI-generated knockoffs of Joanna Stern’s book keep appearing on Apple Books
In a video published on YouTube Shorts today, Joanna Stern called out Apple over AI-generated knockoffs of her book that continue to appear on Apple Books. Here are the details.

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Ron Johnson breaks his silence on forging Apple Retail with Steve Jobs
Even though Steve Jobs could be demanding, Ron Johnson says he still managed to make Apple Stores "the most productive in the world."Ron Johnson was Apple's head of retail. Image Credit: Tech Crunch Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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WhatsApp beta brings Liquid Glass design to the iPad app, here’s what it looks like
Following last month’s wider rollout of the Liquid Glass redesign on iPhone, WhatsApp is now testing the updated look on iPad, while a separate version remains in development for Mac. Here are the details.

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President Trump threatens 100% tariff on all goods from any countries with digital tax
President Donald Trump announced via Truth Social that the United States will slap 100% tariffs on all imports from any country… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Apple Raises Prices for Many Products
Apple finally pulled the trigger on the price increases Tim Cook telegraphed last week. The hikes average 20% across most of Apple’s lineup, with the Apple TV taking the biggest percentage hit and the iPhone and Apple Watch spared for now.

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Russian citizens told “switch to Android” after Apple blocks key Russian apps
Russian government lashes out at Apple's "bizarre" decisions.

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Save $850 on M5 Max MacBook Pro 16-inch with last-minute Prime Day deal
Amazon's staggering $850 discount on a loaded 16-inch MacBook Pro with Apple's M5 Max chip is available now, but with Prime Day ending tonight, you'll want to act fast.Save $850 on M5 Max 16-inch MacBook Pro in final hours of Prime Day - Image credit: ApplePrime Day ends tonight, and there's a high likelihood this 16-inch MacBook Pro will go up in price. That's because Amazon is currently knocking $850 off Apple's revised MSRP for the high-end M5 Max model with an 18-core CPU and 40-core GPU, and we're already seeing stockouts for other MacBook Pro SKUs.Buy 16" M5 Max MacBook Pro for $4,149.99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple reportedly eyeing the smart ring market as Oura’s popularity grows
Fresh rumors suggest Apple is once again exploring a smart ring — potentially dubbed the “iRing” — to take on leaders like Oura… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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OpenAI has poached another Apple executive for its hardware division
Apple has lost yet another upper-level executive to OpenAI, this time Paul Meade from its Vision Products Group.ChatGPT LogoLongtime Apple executive Paul Meade, known for his work on the Apple Vision Pro, is reportedly leaving Cupertino for Mission Bay. There, he'll join OpenAI alongside fellow Apple alumni Jony Ive, Tang Tan, and Evans Hankey.According to Bloomberg, the vice president of hardware engineering for the Vision Products Group is set to depart for OpenAI at some point in the next week. He'll start working at OpenAI's hardware unit on OpenAI's upcoming line of AI-powered devices. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple works with supplier Tata after sensitive files leak online
A new report from Reuters details how Apple and its Indian supplier, Tata Electronics, are responding to a massive data breach that exposed sensitive files earlier this month. Here are the details.

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OpenAI poaches Apple Vision Pro and smart glasses chief
According to Bloomberg, OpenAI has hired Paul Meade, who had been in charge of Apple Vision Pro and Apple’s smart glasses initiative. Here are the details.

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Apple will launch 15+ new products this fall, here’s what’s coming
Apple has a packed lineup of product launches coming this fall, including new iPhones, Macs, iPads, and more. Here’s every new Apple product rumored to arrive later this year.

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Kremlin demands answers from Apple after VK apps vanish from Russian App Store
The Kremlin is demanding explanations from Apple following the unexplained removal of several apps developed by VK, Russia's major internet¬ The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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MacBook Ultra and new MacBook Pro both launching this fall, per rumors
Apple’s plans for new high-end MacBooks are coming into focus after recent Bloomberg reports, with a MacBook Ultra and new M6 MacBook Pro both now expected to launch this fall.

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Level Lock team gutting leaves unanswered questions
Assa Abloy, the parent company of Level, has laid off most of the company's staff. While the Apple Home Key locks will work in the short term, others are concerned about the platform's future.Level Lock ProThe Verge reported on June 26 that Assa Abloy laid off most of Level Home's employees and is folding the smart lock maker into its Kwikset brand. Assa Abloy disputed reports that Level was shutting down.The company said it will continue developing, selling, and supporting its smart locks while keeping customer support in place. Existing owners shouldn't expect immediate problems.Basic locking and unlocking through Apple Home and Matter should continue because those features work locally instead of relying on Level's cloud. Features such as the mobile app, auto-unlock, and door status updates still depend on the company's online services. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Level Lock team gutting leaves unanswered questions
Assa Abloy, the parent company of Level, has laid off most of the company's staff. While the Apple Home Key locks will work in the short term, others are concerned about the platform's future.Level Lock ProThe Verge reported on June 26 that Assa Abloy laid off most of Level Home's employees and is folding the smart lock maker into its Kwikset brand. Assa Abloy disputed reports that Level was shutting down.The company said it will continue developing, selling, and supporting its smart locks while keeping customer support in place. Existing owners shouldn't expect immediate problems.Basic locking and unlocking through Apple Home and Matter should continue because those features work locally instead of relying on Level's cloud. Features such as the mobile app, auto-unlock, and door status updates still depend on the company's online services. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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WhatsApp finally lets iPhone users search Channel posts
by keyword, making it much easier to find older updates. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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Coming to Apple TV: All the upcoming shows, series, movies, trailers, and more
Macworld Apple’s list of currently available content for Apple TV continues to grow, and so does the list of upcoming projects in the works. Some of these projects have been officially announced and acknowledged by Apple, while others have been reported by the Hollywood press. We’ve divided this list in two: Coming Soon is a list of shows and films for which Apple has given an official release date or release window, and Further Out compiles content that is still in production or perhaps haven’t even begun yet. Updated June 26, 2026: We have updated our list with the latest release dates, images, and trailers. How to get Apple TV Apple TV 4K (2022, 3. Gen.) 128GB WiFi + Ethernet Read our review Price When Reviewed: 64GB – $129 | 128GB $149 Best Prices Today: $129 at Apple You can subscribe to Apple TV on Apple’s website here, or via the Apple TV app on your device. It costs $12.99/£9.99 a month, which you can cancel at any time (Read: How to cancel and Apple subscription). You can also opt for a one-year subscription for $99/£89, which gives you two months free each year. Apple also offers various trials. Take a look at our article explaining all the ways you can watch Apple TV for free, and the best Apple TV deals you can get. Students can get Apple TV for free with an already subsidized Apple Music subscription. You don’t need an Apple TV set top box to watch Apple TV, nor do you have to pay for a subscription, see: How to watch Apple TV for free. Coming Soon to Apple TV The following shows, series, and movies have been officially announced by Apple and will typically will begin streaming in the next few weeks or months. Silo (season 3) What it’s about: Season three of Silo continues the saga of a dystopian society of 10,000 people living underground under mysterious circumstances, while revealing an origin story set centuries earlier. Important names: Stars Rebecca Ferguson, Common, Harriet Walter, and Chinaza Uche. When you can watch: Season 3 of Silo premieres on July 3, 2026. Trying (season 5) What it’s about: Season five finds Nikki and Jason dealing with the consequences of Princess and Tyler’s biological mother Kat turning up at their doorstep. Apple Important names: Stars Rafe Spall, Esther Smith, Scarlett Rayner, and Siân Brooke. When you can watch: Season 5 of Trying premieres on July 8, 2026. Lucky What it’s about: Based on Marissa Stapley’s bestselling novel, Lucky centers on a young woman who left behind the life of crime she was raised in years ago, but must now embrace her darker, criminal side one final time in a desperate attempt to escape her past. Important names: Starring Anya Taylor-Joy, Annette Bening, Timothy Olyphant, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor. When you can watch: Lucky premieres on July 15, 2026. The Dink What it’s about: Washed up former tennis prodigy Dusty Boyd has been reduced to coaching unruly children at his father Chuck’s suburban country club. After reactivating an old injury, he is forced to play pickleball and loves it. Apple Important names: Produced by Ben Stiller and directed by Josh Greenbaum. Cast includes Jake Johnson, Ed Harris, Patton Oswalt, Chloe Fineman, Chris Parnell, and more. When you can watch: The Dink premieres on July 24, 2026. Snoopy Presents: There’s No Place Like Home, Snoopy What it’s about: When Snoopy’s beloved doghouse is accidentally sold at a yard sale, he’s devastated. After all, that’s where his imagination first took flight and where he keeps all his favorite things.  Apple Important names: Stars the voices of Riley Vargas, Terry McGurrin, Rob Tinkler, and Kitai O’Garro. When you can watch: The latest Snoopy adventure will stream on July 31, 2026. Ted Lasso (season 4) What it’s about: Apple’s biggest show was thought to be over for good, but Apple announced it’s coming back for a 4th season, with Jason Sudeikis returning in the title role. Important names: Stars Jason Sudeikis, Brett Goldstein, Jeremy Swift, Hannah Waddington, and Juno Temple. When you can watch: Season 4 of Ted Lasso will premiere on August 5, 2026. Women in Blue (season 2) What it’s about: Season two will follow María, now promoted to lieutenant, as she finds herself torn between the rules she’s sworn to uphold and a relentless pull toward the truth when the body of a student activist is discovered, and the Azules are pulled into an investigation that reaches back to the student massacre of 1968. Apple Important names: Stars Bárbara Mori, Natalia Téllez, Amorita Rasgado, and Ximena Sariñana. When you can watch: The second season of Women in Blue (Las Azules) premieres on August 12, 2026. The Dynasty: UConn Huskies What it’s about: A three-part documentary series chronicling the rise of the most dominant program in college basketball history. Apple Important names: Produced and directed by Matthew Hamachek and Erica Sashin. When you can watch: The Dynasty: UConn Huskies streams on August 21, 2026 Dark Matter (season 2) What it’s about: Season two picks up with the Dessens as they settle into a quiet life in a world that finally seems safe until the unimaginable forces them to run once again. aJson’s obsession with the Box deepens, while Daniela’s growing paranoia pushes her to the brink, threatening to tear their fragile stability apart.  Apple Important names: Stars Joel Edgerton, Jennifer Connelly, Alice Braga, Jimmi Simpson. When you can watch: The second season of Dark Matter premieres on August 28, 2026. Mayday What it’s about: An action-packed buddy comedy film. When hotshot U.S. Navy pilot Lieutenant Troy “Assassin” Kelly is sent on a top-secret mission into Russian territory at the height of the Cold War, the operation implodes, leaving him stranded behind enemy lines. Apple Important names: Stars Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branaugh. Written and directed by John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein. When you can watch: Mayday premieres on September 4, 2026. Last Seen What it’s about: A former police detective, now working as a dispatcher, receives a call from a teenage girl who he is convinced is his daughter that went missing 11 years ago. Apple Important names: Stars Patrick Brammall, Brendan Cowell, Maxine Peake, and Jessica Wren. When you can watch: Last Seen premieres on September 9, 2026. Slow Horses (season 6) What it’s about: This darkly funny British spy thriller show is easily one of the best things on Apple TV, and it’s back for another short season. Apple Important names: Stars Sir Gary Oldman, Kristin Scott Thomas, Jack Lowden, Saskia Reeves, and more. When you can watch: The sixth season of Slow Horses debuts on September 16, 2026. Brothers What it’s about: Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrison play fictionalized versions of themselves whose lifelong friendship is thrown into chaos when they uncover a decades-old secret: they might actually be brothers. Apple Important names: Stars Matthew McConaughey, Woody Harrelson, Natalie Martinez, produced by Lee Eisenberg. When you can watch: Brothers premieres on September 23, 2026. Matchbox the Movie What it’s about: Inspired by the iconic Mattel toys (really!), this is an action film about a group of friends since childhood who have their lives upended when undercover CIA agent Sean, their long-absent former leader, returns to their small town and unwittingly gets them embroiled in a frantic international pursuit to save the world. Apple Important names: Stars John Cena, Jessica Biel, Sam Richardson, and Arturo Castro. Written by David Coggeshall. Directed by Sam Hargrave. When you can watch: Matchbox the Movie will premiere on October 9, 2026. Way of the Warrior Kid What it’s about: Middle school has been a nightmare for Marc, a good kid who’s bullied by his classmates and feels like he’s behind in everything, from academics to P.E. to just making friends. That changes when his injured Uncle Jake, a decorated Navy SEAL, comes to spend the summer and recuperate with Marc and his mom, Sarah. Apple Important names: Stars Chris Pratt, Jude Hill, Linda Cardellini, Levi McConaughey. When you can watch: Way of the Warrior Kid premieres on November 20, 2026. Further Out These shows, series, and movies may or may not have been officially announced, and do not yet have definitive release dates. Some may debut in the next few months, others be more than a year away. It’s even possible that some of these projects will never be released. Lance Armstrong biopic What it’s about: Deadline reports that Apple has won the bidding war for rights to a movie about the storied cyclist Lance Armstrong. Important names: Stars Austin Butler, directed by Edward Berger. When you can watch: The Lance Armstrong biopic does not yet have a title or release date. Foster the Snowman What it’s about: Per Deadline, Apple out-bid Netflix and MGM for this holiday high-concept movie about a snowman that comes alive, and will go through every stage of life in just 72 hours. The childless couple who act as his “parents” go through every parenting milestone in just three days. Important names: No stars are yet attached. The film will be directed by Hikari. When you can watch: Foster the Snowman is being fast-tracked to be ready in time for the holidays 2026. Once and Again What it’s about: Deadline says that Apple won the rights to produce a film from the upcoming romance book Once and Again by Rebecca Serle (set to release on March 10). Important names: This project is early in product and has no director or stars attached yet. When you can watch: The adaptation of Once and Again is very early in production and has no release date. Cosmere What it’s about: Apple has landed the rights to the Cosmere fantasy universe books from Brandon Sanderson. It’s unclear what projects are coming in this fantasy setting. Important names: Brandon Sanderson’s series The Stormlight Archive is a large and ongoing series of high fantasy novels. Sanderson is also known for finishing Robert Jordan’s Wheel of Time novels. When you can watch: The Cosmere deal is fresh and specific projects haven’t yet begun as of January 2026, so it will be a long while before we can watch anything. Neuromancer What it’s about: A new 10-episode drama based on the award-winning novel of the same name by William Gibson. The series will follow a damaged, top-rung super-hacker named Case who is thrust into a web of digital espionage and high-stakes crime with his partner Molly, a razor-girl assassin with mirrored eyes, aiming to pull a heist on a corporate dynasty with untold secrets. Important names: Created for TV by Graham Roland and JD Dillard. Stars Callum Turner, Briana Middleton, Joseph Lee, and Mark Strong. When you can watch: Neuromancer is in production now but does not yet have a release date. The Dispatcher What it’s about: A 6-episode thriller about a police detective whose life fell apart 10 years ago when his young daughter Maggie disappeared without a trace. Now working as a police dispatcher, he receives a distress call from a young girl he is certain is Maggie, he will stop at nothing to find her and reunite his broken family, whatever the cost. Adapted from Ryan David Jahn’s book. Important names: Starring Patrick Brammall, adapted by writer Kris Mrksa. When you can watch: The Dispatcher does not yet have a release date. Speed Racer What it’s about: A live-action series based on the beloved Japanese animated show from the ’60s. Important names: Will be produced by J.J. Abrams’ Bad Robot production company, with Hiram Martinez and Ron Fitzgerald as writers and showrunners. When you can watch: Speed Racer has no release date yet. The White Darkness What it’s about: A limited series based on David Grann’s nonfiction book about Henry Worsley, who crossed Antarctica on foot. Important names: Tom Hiddleston stars, Soo Hugh directs. When you can watch: The White Darkness has no release date yet. Untitled Negro League Baseball series What it’s about: Follows the life and career of legendary pitcher Leroy “Satchel” Paige. Important names: The series is produced by Erving “Magic” Johnson, among others. It is in conjunction with the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum and MLB. When you can watch: This series has no release date yet. Untitled Chuck Barris drama What it’s about: Gong Show host Chuck Barris famously claimed to be a secret CIA assassin in his autobiography Confessions of a Dangerous Mind, which was made into a feature film in 2002. A Deadline report says Apple is developing an hour-long drama series about Barris as both Gong Show host and CIA assassin. Important names: Justin Timberlake is attached to star as Chuck Barris. When you can watch: This series has no release date yet. Dolly What it’s about: Deadline describes it as a “sci-fi courtroom drama in which a robotic ‘companion doll’ kills its owner and then shocks the world by claiming that she is not guilty and asking for a lawyer.” Important names: Florence Pugh and Vanessa Taylor are attached to star and Drew Pearce will write the script. When you can watch: No release date yet. Bride What it’s about: Deadline reports that this is a genre-bending film about an engineered “ideal wife” who rejects her creator, escapes captivity, and discovers her true self. Important names: The film will star Scarlett Johansson and will be directed by Sebastián Lelio. When you can watch: No release date yet. Earthsound What it’s about: A natural history documentary series that uses new audio technology and cinematic 360-degree audio to reveal untold nature stories from every continent. Important names: It will be executive produced by Alex Williamson, and the series producer is Sam Hodgson. When you can watch: No release date yet. Untitled Idris Elba spy thriller What it’s about: According to Variety, this is to be a “spy movie with romance set in Africa” but little else is known about the nascent project. The report says it’s early in production.  Important names: The film will star Idris Elba and is produced by Simon Kinberg and Audrey Chon. When you can watch: No release date yet. Hedy Lamarr series What it’s about: According to The Hollywood Reporter, it’s an eight-episode series about the 1930s and 40s actress and inventor Hedy Lamarr (whose frequency-hopping radio technology is still the basis for many modern wireless communications). Important names: Gal Gadot is set to star as Lamarr, with a script written by Sarah Treem. When you can watch: No release date yet. Where the Wild Things Are What it’s about: Apple has struck an overall deal with The Maurice Sendak Foundation to produce shows or series based on the author’s works for children. The most famous of these, by far, is Where the Wild Things Are. Important names: Apple is working with longtime Sendak collaborator Arthur Yorinks and his production studio Night Kitchen Studios. When you can watch: No release date yet. Custom of the Country What it’s about: A limited-series adaptation of the Edith Wharton novel The Custom of the Country. The novel, published in the early 20th century, is about a midwestern girl who climbs the ladder of New York high society. Important names: The big one is Sofia Coppola, who is developing the series for Apple. No word yet on whether she will direct it. When you can watch: No release date yet. El Gato Negro What it’s about: Based on Richard Dominguez’s comic book about an aging luchador who teams up with his grandson to use the El Gato Negro persona to fight crime in South Texas. Important names: Robert Rodriguez will direct and produce, while Diego Boneta will star and also produce. When you can watch: No release date yet. Brie Larson CIA biography series What it’s about: A report in Variety says that Apple has made a direct-to-series order for a new drama based on the real-life experiences of CIA undercover operative Amaryllis Fox. Fox has a hot novel named Life Undercover: Coming of Age in the CIA that released in October 2019.  Important names: Brie Larson will star and executive produce the series. When you can watch: No release date yet. You Think It, I’ll Say It What it’s about:  According to Variety, Apple has ordered a 10-episode, half-hour run of a new comedy variety show. The show is inspired by Curtis Sittenfeld’s collection of short stories You Think It, I’ll Say It. Important names: SNL alum Kristen Wiig was set to star, but pulled out citing scheduling conflicts with Wonder Woman 1984. The show is created and produced by Colleen McGuinness (30 Rock, About a Boy). When you can watch: This project does not yet have a title or release date.

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iPhone 18 and 18e may get only 9GB RAM — here’s why that matters
Apple analyst issued a major revision, saying iPhone 18 and 18e may get only 9GB RAM instead of the expected 12GB. Here's why that matters. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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iPhone 18 and 18e rumored to feature 9GB memory and A20 chip in spring 2027 launch
Apple's entry-level iPhone lineup is getting a modest but meaningful memory boost for better AI performance, according to a new report… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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OLED, touchscreen, and more: What to expect from the 2027 MacBook PRo
Apple's MacBook Pro is set to receive an overhaul, with a redesign, an an OLED touchscreen expected to be the key changes. Here's what the rumor mill has to say about the device.The MacBook Pro is expected to receive an OLED panel in 2027 or 2026.While AppleInsider readers have wanted a Mac with an OLED screen for years, actual claims of an OLED-equipped MacBook Pro date back to at least 2019. As for when such an upgrade might arrive, it depends on who you ask.Leakers and analysts alike have had a lot to say about the future of the MacBook Pro, with claims of hardware changes, performance upgrades, and more. Some have even claimed Apple's touchscreen laptop will be called the MacBook Ultra. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Why first touchscreen MacBook won’t use Apple M6 Pro or M6 Max chips
Surprise! The touchscreen MacBook rumored for the fall won't launch with Apple's high-end M6 processors. Here's why. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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HomeKit Weekly: SwitchBot Weather Station brings an E-ink calendar and climate dashboard to Apple Home
To me, e-ink is one of the most underappreciated technologies in the world today. I love my Kindle Paperwhite. I really wish Apple made e-ink devices. However, SwitchBot has officially entered this market with the new SwitchBot Weather Station. It combines an E-ink screen, iCloud calendar syncing, and Matter-compatible environmental sensors into a single device.

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iPhone 18 rumored to have slightly more RAM, might improve AI performance
Apple's lower-end iPhone 18 models, expected to be announced in spring 2027, will feature 9GB of RAM for improved Apple Intelligence support, according to a new analyst report.A20 is expected to bring more RAM to entry-level iPhonesSupply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo believes that the lower-end models, likely to be the iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e, will have 1GB more RAM than the outgoing iPhone 17 and iPhone 17e.As for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, Kuo expects those phones to sport 12GB of RAM. This matches the current iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Anker’s sleek MagGo 3-in-1 charging station is an absolute steal at under $60
Macworld Anker MagGo 3-in-1 Charging Station View Deal (function () { document.querySelector("#sticky-promo-block a").addEventListener("click", function(e) { const debug = document.location.host.search(/lndo.site|go-vip.net/) !== -1; const text = this.closest("#sticky-promo-block").querySelector("p.promo-title").textContent; const data = { event: "stickyConversionUnitClick", eventCategory: "Sticky Conversion", eventAction: "Click", eventLabel: text }; if(debug)console.log("Sticky Conversion CLick - pushing to dataLayer: ", data); dataLayer.push(data); return true; }); })(); Keeping your iPhone, AirPods, and an Apple Watch charged all throughout the day can be an absolute chore. Thankfully, Anker’s MagGo 3-in-1 wireless charging station can handle all of them, and it’s on sale for $60 for Prime Day, a $30 discount. That’s the absolute best price we’ve seen for this particular Anker gadget, one of our favorites. The design on this thing is absolutely brilliant. It’s one compact stand that can power all three essential gadgets in one go, which means you reclaim outlets and cut that annoying cord clutter on your desk or bedside table. The MagSafe pad will charge your iPhone at full 15W. It’s also positioned just right so you can keep watching vids on your phone or scrolling through socials. On the back of your iPhone charger is where you’ll place the Apple Watch. Your AirPods fit on the page right underneath where your watch will be hanging, rounding up a compact and sleek charging gadget. Anker even sweetens the deal. You get a 40W USB-C adapter and a 5ft USB-C to USB-C cable in the box, so there’s nothing else to buy before you plug in and go. At $60, the Anker 3-in-1 MagSafe charging station is a great pick for anyone who wants an organized way to keep everything at 100% battery around the clock.

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Scattered Spider Hackers Plead Guilty on Day 1 of Trial
Two men pleaded guilty in the United Kingdom this week to criminal charges stemming from an August 2024 cyberattack that crippled Transport for London, the entity responsible for the public transport network in the Greater London area. The duo were key members of a prolific cybercrime group known as Scattered Spider, and their guilty pleas came on the first day of what was expected to be a six-week trial.

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Vulnerability Summary for the Week of June 15, 2026
High Vulnerabilities PrimaryVendor -- Product Description Published CVSS Score Source Info 10Web--Form Maker by 10Web Unauthenticated SQL Injection in Form Maker by 10Web login() and establish an authenticated session as any user including admin. Attackers can obtain the Meet shared secret through path-traversal vulnerabilities or timing attacks against checkToken.json.php, then POST a crafted file to uploadRecordedVideo.json.php with a filename like '1-anything.mp4' to hijack admin sessions and gain full account takeover. 2026-06-20 8.1 CVE-2026-56345 AVideo--AVideo AVideo through version 26.0 contains multiple unauthenticated list.json.php endpoints in payment plugins lacking authorization checks, exposing PayPal tokens, Authorize.Net webhooks, and Bitcoin transaction records. Unauthenticated attackers can retrieve all payment transaction data including agreement IDs, user financial records, and API responses via direct GET requests to vulnerable endpoints. 2026-06-20 7.5 CVE-2026-56341 Awesomemotive--Contact Form by WPForms Unauthenticated Broken Access Control in Contact Form by WPForms

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‘Popa’ Botnet Linked to Publicly-Traded Israeli Firm
For the past four years, a sprawling Android-based botnet called Popa has forced millions of consumer TV boxes to relay Internet traffic linked to advertising fraud, account takeovers, and mass data-scraping efforts. This week, researchers from multiple security firms concluded that the Popa botnet is linked to NetNut, a "residential proxy" provider operated by the publicly-traded Israeli firm Alarum Technologies Ltd [NASDAQ: ALAR].

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Who Runs the Ransomware Group ‘The Gentlemen?’
A cybercrime group known as The Gentlemen has emerged as the second most active ransomware gang by victim count, rapidly attracting a talented pool of hackers through an aggressive recruitment strategy that promises affiliates 90 percent of any ransom paid by victims. This post examines clues pointing to a real life identity for the administrator of The Gentlemen ransomware group.

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A Record-Breaking Patch Tuesday for June 2026
Microsoft today released software updates to plug nearly 200 security holes across its Windows operating systems and supported software, a record number of fixes for the company's monthly Patch Tuesday cycle. Nearly three dozen of those bugs earned Microsoft's most dire "critical" rating, and exploit code for at least three of the weaknesses is now publicly available.

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Hackers Used Meta’s AI Support Bot to Seize Instagram Accounts
The Instagram accounts for the Obama White House and the Chief Master Sergeant of the U.S. Space Force were briefly defaced with pro-Iranian images and messages over the weekend, after instructions began circulating on Telegram showing how to trick Meta's "AI support assistant" bot into resetting account passwords.

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Netherlands Seizes 800 Servers, Arrests 2 for Aiding Cyberattacks
Authorities in the Netherlands have arrested the co-owners of two related Internet hosting companies for operating IT infrastructure used by Russia to carry out cyberattacks, influence operations and disinformation campaigns inside the European Union. The two men were the focus of a 2025 KrebsOnSecurity story about how their hosting companies had assumed control over the technical infrastructure of Stark Industries Solutions, an Internet service provider sanctioned last year by the EU as a frequent staging ground for cyber mischief from Russia's intelligence agencies.

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Lawmakers Demand Answers as CISA Tries to Contain Data Leak
Lawmakers in both houses of Congress are demanding answers from the U.S. Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) after KrebsOnSecurity reported this week that a CISA contractor intentionally published AWS GovCloud keys and a vast trove of other agency secrets on a public GitHub account. The inquiry comes as CISA is still struggling to contain the breach and invalidate the leaked credentials.

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Alleged Kimwolf Botmaster ‘Dort’ Arrested, Charged in U.S. and Canada
Canadian authorities on Wednesday arrested a 23-year-old Ottawa man on suspicion of building and operating Kimwolf, a fast spreading Internet-of-Things botnet that enslaved millions of devices for use in a series of massive distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks over the past six months. KrebsOnSecurity publicly named the suspect in February 2026 after the accused launched a volley of DDoS, doxing and swatting campaigns against this author and a security researcher. He now faces criminal hacking charges in both Canada and the United States.

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CISA Admin Leaked AWS GovCloud Keys on Github
Until this past weekend, a contractor for the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) maintained a public GitHub repository that exposed credentials to several highly privileged AWS GovCloud accounts and a large number of internal CISA systems. Security experts said the public archive included files detailing how CISA builds, tests and deploys software internally, and that it represents one of the most egregious government data leaks in recent history.

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Patch Tuesday, May 2026 Edition
Artificial intelligence platforms may be just as susceptible to social engineering as human beings, but they are proving remarkably good at finding security vulnerabilities in human-made computer code. That reality is on full display this month with some of the more widely-used software makers -- including Apple, Google, Microsoft, Mozilla and Oracle -- fixing near record volumes of security bugs, and/or quickening the tempo of their patch releases.

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Deal Alert! Amazon Discounts Remaining 16″ M5 Pro & M5 Max MacBook Pro Models by Up to $850
Amazon continues to offer substantial discounts on several standard 16-inch M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro configurations. The 24GB/1TB M5 Pro model is now available for $2549.99, while remaining M5 Max models are discounted by as much as $850 compared to Apple's MSRP. Shop the 24GB/1TB M5 Pro or browse the 36GB/2TB M5 Max at Amazon. The 48GB/1TB M5 Pro configuration is no longer available at Amazon, but the remaining models continue to offer some of the best discounts currently available on Apple's highest-performance notebooks. Amazon also offers fast shipping while inventory lasts. For the latest sales and deals, see our 16" MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.

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14″ M5 MacBook Pro Inventory Still Selling for Up to $455 Off at Amazon
Amazon still has remaining inventory of several 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro configurations at some of the lowest prices we've tracked. Space Black models with 16GB, 24GB, and 32GB of memory are currently discounted by up to $455 below Apple's MSRP. Shop the 16GB model, 24GB model, or 32GB model at Amazon. These discounts apply to remaining inventory, so availability may change as Prime Day inventory sells through. Amazon also continues to offer fast shipping on these MacBook Pro models. For the latest sales and deals, see our 14" MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Last Chance to Beat Apple’s $100 MacBook Neo Price Increase at Amazon & Walmart
Apple has officially raised MacBook Neo prices by $100, but Amazon and Walmart are still selling remaining inventory at the previous, lower prices. That means buyers can currently save more than $100 simply by purchasing before retailers update their pricing. Shop MacBook Neo deals at Walmart or Amazon's current pricing Inventory remains strong at both retailers, with Amazon carrying all four colors in both storage capacities and Walmart continuing to offer fast free shipping or free local store pickup where available. Once existing inventory sells through, these prices will likely rise to match Apple's new MSRP. For the latest sales, pricing, and availability, see our MacBook Neo Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Prime Day iPhone Deals: Get an iPhone 16e or 17e for $0/Month at Total Wireless — Or a Free iPhone 16e at Metro
Amazon isn't the only place offering compelling Prime Day iPhone deals. Total Wireless is currently advertising Apple's iPhone 16e and iPhone 17e for as little as $0 per month through its Total Wireless Edge financing program, while Metro by T-Mobile is offering the iPhone 16e effectively for free when you bring your number and maintain qualifying service. Depending on your carrier preferences, these promotions can save hundreds compared to paying Apple's full retail price. Shop Total Wireless Deals or Metro by T-Mobile Deals Compare these offers and more on our iPhone Price Tracker.

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Prime Day AirPods Deals: AirPods Pro 3 $70 Off, AirPods Max 2 $150 Off at Amazon
Amazon's Prime Day sale is delivering some of the best AirPods prices we've seen this year, with discounts available across Apple's entire AirPods lineup. AirPods 4 are currently $99, AirPods 4 with ANC are $148.99, AirPods Pro 3 have dropped to $179.99, and AirPods Max 2 are now just $399. Shop Amazon's Prime Day AirPods deals here. The biggest discounts are available on AirPods Pro 3 and AirPods Max 2, which are currently selling for approximately $70 and $150 below Apple's MSRP, respectively. Prime Day pricing can change quickly, so these prices may not last throughout the event. For the latest sales and deals, see our AirPods Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Prime Day Deal: 13″ and 15″ M5 MacBook Airs $150 Off at Amazon
Amazon is taking $150 off Apple’s 13-inch and 15-inch M5 MacBook Airs for Prime Day, dropping the 13-inch model to $949 and the 15-inch model to $1149. Shop the 13-inch M5 MacBook Air deal at Amazon. The larger 15-inch M5 MacBook Air is also on sale, giving buyers the same $150 discount if they want more screen space. Shop the 15-inch M5 MacBook Air deal at Amazon. For the latest sales and deals, see our 13" MacBook Air Price Tracker and 15" MacBook Air Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Prime Day Apple Watch Deals: Series 11, Ultra 3 & SE 3 Hit Record-Low Prices at Amazon
Amazon's Prime Day sale has delivered some of the best Apple Watch prices we've seen this year, with discounts available across the Apple Watch Series 11, Ultra 3, and SE 3 lineups. The biggest savings come on the Apple Watch Ultra 3, now just $649 at Amazon versus Apple's $799 MSRP, a substantial $150 discount. Shop Amazon's Apple Watch deals here. Series 11 models are currently discounted by as much as $130 below MSRP, while Apple Watch SE 3 models start at just $199. Whether you're shopping for a premium outdoor watch, an everyday smartwatch, or a budget-friendly option, Amazon's Prime Day pricing is among the best currently available. For the latest sales and deals, see our Apple Watch Price Tracker, updated daily.

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MacBook Neo Models Available at Amazon Starting at $589.99
Amazon currently has broad availability across the MacBook Neo lineup, with all four colors and both storage configurations available to order online. Prices start at $589.99 for the 256GB model and $689.99 for the 512GB version, both slightly below Apple's MSRP. Shop MacBook Neo deals at Amazon. While the discounts themselves are modest, the bigger story is availability. Amazon currently appears to have stock across the entire lineup, giving buyers multiple color and storage options without waiting for inventory to return. Browse all MacBook Neo configurations here. For the latest sales and deals, see our MacBook Neo Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Apple Watch Ultra 3 Drops to $699 at Amazon — Early Prime Day Deal
Amazon is now offering the Apple Watch Ultra 3 for $699, a $100 discount from Apple’s $799 MSRP and the lowest price currently available among major Apple retailers. This marks one of the first Prime Day deals on the Ultra 3 model and a solid opportunity for buyers who were waiting for a price drop. The Ultra line is designed for durability, long battery life, and advanced fitness and outdoor features, making it a strong option for more active users. View the deal here at Amazon, and compare all Apple Watch prices on our Apple Watch Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Deal Alert! AirPods Pro 3 now only $169 at Walmart, $80 off MSRP!
Walmart has dropped Apple's AirPods Pro 3 to just $169, down from Apple's standard $249 MSRP. That's a substantial $80 discount and the lowest price we've seen on Apple's flagship wireless earbuds. Check Walmart's current pricing here. Walmart also makes the deal easy to take advantage of, offering online ordering with free shipping or free local store pickup where available.For the latest sales and deals, see our AirPods Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Amazon & B&H cut prices on all 16″ M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro models, take up to $250 off MSRP
Amazon and B&H are currently offering discounts across Apple's entire standard 16-inch M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro lineup. Sale prices start at $2529 for the 24GB/1TB M5 Pro model and reach as much as $250 off Apple's MSRP on several configurations. Shop Amazon's 16-inch MacBook Pro deals here. While Amazon offers fast shipping and broad inventory availability, B&H remains competitive on pricing and includes free 1–2 day shipping to most U.S. addresses. Browse B&H's current deals here. For the latest sales and deals, see our 16" MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Apple Watch SE 3 models back on sale for $30 off MSRP, prices start at $219
Amazon has Apple Watch SE 3 models back on sale for $30 off MSRP, shipping included: - 40mm Apple Watch SE GPS: $219, $30 off MSRP - 44mm Apple Watch SE GPS: $249, $30 off MSRP - 40mm Apple Watch SE GPS + 5G: $249, $30 off MSRP - 44mm Apple Watch SE GPS + 5G: $299, $30 off MSRP These are the lowest sale prices currently available for Apple Watch SE 3 models. For the latest prices & deals, keep an eye on our Apple Watch Price Tracker, updated daily.

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