How to Get the New 3-Month Trial of Apple One Premier ($120 Value) Starting today, new and qualifying returning subscribers can get a free three-month Apple One trial with the purchase of any new iPhone, iPad, or Mac capable of running the latest iOS, iPadOS, or macOS versions from Apple or an Apple Authorized Reseller.
For the three-month trial, you can choose from any of the available plans: Apple One Individual (normally $21.95 per month in the U.S.), Apple One Family (normally $27.95 per month), or Apple One Premier (normally $39.95 per month). After the trial ends, you will be automatically billed at the full price unless/until you cancel.
Here's what each plan includes:
Individual: 50GB of iCloud+ storage, Apple TV, Apple Music, and Apple Arcade
Family: 200GB of iCloud+ storage, Apple TV, Apple Music, and Apple Arcade
Premier: 2TB of iCloud+ storage, Apple TV, Apple Music, Apple Arcade, Apple Fitness+, and Apple News+
Apple says the offer is not available to current Apple One subscribers, or to previous Apple One subscribers who cancelled within the last 60 days. There are some other strings attached, so visit the offer page and review Apple's terms and conditions.
Apple's steps to initiate the trial:
Turn on your new iPhone, iPad, or Mac and sign in with your Apple Account.
Make sure the device is running the latest version of iOS, iPadOS, or macOS.
Open the Settings app and look for "Services included with your purchase" to complete setup.
If you cancel the trial, Apple says it ends immediately.
Apple says the three-month trial is available in the following countries:
Argentina
Australia
Austria
Belarus
Belgium
Brazil
Bulgaria
Canada
Chile
Colombia
Cyprus
Czechia
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Hungary
Ireland
Italy
Japan
Latvia
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Malta
Mexico
The Netherlands
New Zealand
Norway
Poland
Portugal
Slovakia
Slovenia
South Africa
South Korea
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
United Kingdom
United States
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iCloud+ subscribers just got new benefits in iOS 27 iOS 27 launched this week, and it includes several new Apple Intelligence-related benefits for iCloud+ subscribers.
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PDF Expert update adds handwriting recognition, expands Apple Pencil support, more Readdle updated PDF Expert for iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 this week, adding several new features, including searchable handwriting in 29 languages. Here are the details.
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New iPhone 18 Pro Models Will Have Day One Update Customers receiving an iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, an Apple Watch Series 12, or an Apple Watch Ultra 4 tomorrow will need to install a software update right away.
The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max ship with iOS 27 variants with a 24A427 or 24A8428 version number. The launch version of iOS 27 is version 24A437, so if you're getting an iPhone 18 Pro, expect a software update during the setup process.
The Apple Watch Series 12 and the Apple Watch Ultra 4 have watchOS 27 with a version number of 24R359, but the launch version of watchOS 27 is 24R364.
We're also expecting the AirPods 5 to have a day one firmware update, though that will happen over the air. Apple recently released 9A350 AirPods firmware to add support for iOS 27 features.
All of the new products are set to launch on Friday, September 18. Related Roundup: iPhone 18 ProBuyer's Guide: iPhone 18 Pro (Buy Now)Related Forum: iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
Siri AI Hits and Misses David Pogue’s comprehensive testing of 125 Siri AI requests reveals what Apple’s revamped assistant can handle and where it still falls short. Share your own experiences in the comments.
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Photographer Austin Mann reviews the iPhone 18 Pro camera iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max bring several changes to the Main camera and iOS Camera app, and photographer Austin Mann has just published a great review of everything new.
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iPhone 18 Pro Unboxing: New Colors, Better Photos, and Smaller Dynamic Island The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are launching tomorrow, but we were able to get one early to share some initial impressions.
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Both the 18 Pro and Pro Max are heavier than the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max models they replace, and it's most noticeable when you pick up the Pro Max. It was a heavy phone to begin with, and now there's more weight (249 grams vs. 233 grams).
If you hated last year's two-tone design with the contrast between the aluminum frame and the glass back, there's good news. Apple is now matching the glass to the frame for a more uniform look.
Our review unit is Apple's new glacier color, which is a light blue that's slightly different from the other light blue shades Apple has used in the past. Unlike some of those blues, the glacier color actually looks blue and not silver. Apple is also offering the iPhone 18 Pro models in burgundy, silver, and black. We have a burgundy model on the way and will share that in the future.
There's a fancy new 2nm A20 Pro chip inside the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, but depending on what you're upgrading from, you might not notice much in the way of performance. iPhones have used wildly fast chips for the last several years, and you're not stressing the processor when browsing the web and scrolling social media sites. What you might notice is the new vapor chamber cooling system. It takes up three times more surface area, so the iPhone stays cooler when you are doing something that takes a little more processing power like playing a game. Battery life has improved, but that's not something we've had time to test yet. Apple says you'll get up to 36 hours of video playback with the 18 Pro and 45 hours with the 18 Pro Max.
If you're in the U.S. and buying an iPhone 18 Pro, it will have Apple's new C2 modem, but if you get the 18 Pro Max, it's going to have a Qualcomm modem. Both models use the C2 outside of the U.S. The C2 modem has mmWave 5G for the first time, plus it's more efficient than Qualcomm modems, so it will be interesting to see some speed tests comparing the two.
Apple slimmed down the Dynamic Island by putting the infrared camera under the display, and that's the most noticeable change on the front of the device. It takes up less space, and Apple also updated it so it can show three Live Activities at once or two in more detail.
There's a new variable aperture Main camera that also has a new sensor, plus Apple tweaked its computational imaging pipeline. With a variable aperture lens, there's more control over lighting and depth of field. If it's super bright outside, the iPhone can automatically adjust the aperture to let in less light. If it's dark, a wider aperture will let in more light. There are four aperture settings in total, and it works behind the scenes so you can just snap photos as usual. You'll probably notice it most in low lighting.
If you want to control the aperture yourself, you can do so with new Pro Controls that also give you the option to adjust shutter speed and white balance. There's a histogram too so you can check exposure levels.
We'll have a full video on the iPhone 18 Pro camera system coming next week.
Pricing on the iPhone 18 Pro starts at $1,199, while the iPhone 18 Pro Max is priced starting at $1,299. Both new iPhones launch on September 18.Related Roundup: iPhone 18 ProTags: Dynamic Island, PhotosBuyer's Guide: iPhone 18 Pro (Buy Now)Related Forum: iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple Increases Battery Replacement Fee for iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max In the U.S., Apple is charging a higher $129 out-of-warranty fee to replace the battery in an iPhone 18 Pro or iPhone 18 Pro Max compared to previous models, according to its website.
Apple has always charged $119 to replace the battery in iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro models, so the fee has increased by $10 for the iPhone 18 Pro models, which have larger batteries. If your iPhone has AppleCare+ coverage, though, Apple will replace the battery for no extra charge if its capacity has dropped below 80%. You can check this in the Settings app under Battery → Battery Health.Related Roundup: iPhone 18 ProBuyer's Guide: iPhone 18 Pro (Buy Now)Related Forum: iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
SoftRAID 9 adds RAID 6 for macOS 27 owners only OWC SoftRAID 9 adds RAID 6 and RAID 6+ protection designed to keep an array accessible after two drives fail, but the new modes require macOS 27.OWC's SoftRAID 9SoftRAID 9 is available now for Mac and Windows. Existing Premium subscribers receive the upgrade at no additional cost, and current SoftRAID volumes won't need to be reformatted.The release expands SoftRAID's fault-tolerance options while adding access to encrypted APFS RAID volumes on Windows. RAID 6 and RAID 6+ are the biggest additions, with both designed to survive two simultaneous drive failures.The features come with tighter requirements than SoftRAID's previous RAID modes. Creating and managing RAID 6 or RAID 6+ requires macOS 27 and a SoftRAID Premium subscription. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Apple TV docuseries ‘Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars’ debuts September 25th Apple TV unveiled the trailer for the second season of the BAFTA Award-nominated “Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars,” returning viewers…
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Here are 100+ things Siri AI can do on your iPhone iOS 27 launched this week with the all-new Siri AI. David Pogue put the new Siri to the test by trying 125 requests, here’s how it went.
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First glimpses of Siri AI in French, Spanish, and other new languages appear Macworld
Siri AI has arrived, and the general public can finally join the waiting list and enjoy the upgraded voice assistant’s improved features and accuracy. Provided their device is set to English, that is.
When Siri AI was first announced, Apple explained that it would initially be available in English only, but the latest beta has indicated that a batch of further languages will be added next month. Specifically, speakers of French, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, and Spanish will get access to Siri AI in October.
Such promises don’t always come true, but we’ve already had our first glimpse of the new languages. As spotted by MacRumors, they’re present in the iOS 27.2 beta, well in advance of the self-imposed deadline.
There’s no hard and fast rule covering the time it takes an iOS update to move from beta to public release, but it shouldn’t be too much of a challenge for Apple to roll out iOS 27.2 within the next 44 days. So the inclusion of the new languages offers a clue about when the update will appear. The iPhone Duo, which will be running iOS 27.1 at launch, launches on October 23, another possible clue to the timing.
Apple hasn’t offered any comment on when further languages will be added to Siri AI. But it’s likely that Mandarin and Cantonese aren’t a high priority at the moment, because Siri AI isn’t launching in mainland China, at least for the time being, for legal/regulatory reasons.
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9to5Mac Overtime 082: Origins of the Apple Store w/ special guest Ron Johnson Former Apple SVP of Retail Ron Johnson joins Overtime to discuss his new book, Shop Different: How Retail Revealed Apple’s Genius. Ron talks about the early days of the Apple Store, what it was like collaborating with Steve Jobs, the launch of the original iPhone, why he left Apple to be CEO of JCPenney, where he thinks Apple retail stands today, and, of course, his take on the iPhone Duo.
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Has Xcode 27 stopped supporting universal simulator runtimes? Since one of the dependencies in my project only supports ios-x86_64-simulator, I followed this guide to install universal runtime for Xcode 27 iOS simulator, but got the following error instead: $ xcodebuild -version Xcode 27.0 Build version 27A266a $ xcodebuild -downloadPlatform iOS -architectureVariant universal Finding content… No matching universal downloadable found for platform: iOS No […]
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The new M6 Mac Mini launches next week, and it’s already hard to find. The RAM storage hasn’t just pushed prices higher—it’s also causing stock shortages before it even goes on sale. But if you can wait until October, Amazon is selling the model with 24GB of RAM and 512GB of storage for $30 off, one of the only ways to get it for less than Apple’s $1,299 MSRP. Getting your order in early means you’re near the front of the line the moment these start shipping.
This little box is an amazing piece of technology. Running on the speedy M6 chip with a 12-core CPU and 12-core GPU paired with 24GB of unified memory and 512GB of storage, this computer will make it easy to handle absolutely all the apps you need for work or fun. From basic browsing to handling big projects, the Mac Mini can do it all with ease.
The M6 really shines when it comes to AI, handling AI workflows up to 4.8 times faster than before, according to Apple. This means that editing photos, cleaning up video, or running smart features will work so much faster now. Yes, even if you need help writing a cover letter for that new job you’re hoping to get. The mini PC features three Thunderbolt 4 ports, HDMI, and 2.5Gb Ethernet on the back, as well as two USB-C ports and a headphone jack in the front where you can reach them. This tiny computer can support up to three external displays, so you can multitask easily.
The Mac Mini M6 will be officially released on September 22, but Amazon seems to have it on backorder until late October. But nabbing a $30 discount will be worth the wait, so snatch this Mac Mini M6 pre-order while you still can.
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iPhone 15 Pro vs. iPhone 18 Pro Buyer's Guide: Should You Upgrade? Apple announced the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max earlier this month, arriving three years after the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. Three generations of changes make for a substantial upgrade, bringing larger displays, an all-new design, improvements to every camera, significantly longer battery life, and faster charging.
The iPhone 16 Pro introduced larger displays with thinner borders, the Camera Control, a 48-megapixel Ultra Wide camera, and improved video and audio recording. The iPhone 17 Pro replaced the titanium frame and glass back with an aluminum unibody, added vapor chamber cooling and Ceramic Shield 2, and upgraded both the telephoto and front-facing cameras. This year's refresh centers on the A20 Pro chip, a variable-aperture Main camera, a smaller Dynamic Island, and a further increase in battery capacity. For iPhone 15 Pro owners, all three sets of changes accumulate.
The iPhone 18 Pro starts at $1,199 for 256GB, $200 more than the iPhone 15 Pro's $999 launch price, although the entry storage tier has doubled from 128GB. The iPhone 18 Pro Max starts at $1,299, $100 more than the iPhone 15 Pro Max's equivalent starting configuration. Here are the key differences between the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro:
Design and Display
iPhone 15 Pro (2023)
iPhone 18 Pro (2026)
Brushed titanium frame with full glass back
Aluminum unibody with partial Ceramic Shield back, improving heat dissipation
Glass rounded square camera bump
Full-width rounded rectangle aluminum camera plateau
iPhone 15 Pro: 6.1-inch display
iPhone 15 Pro Max: 6.7-inch display
iPhone 18 Pro: 6.3-inch display
iPhone 18 Pro Max: 6.9-inch display
iPhone 15 Pro: 2,556-by-1,179-pixel resolution
iPhone 15 Pro Max: 2,796-by-1,290-pixel resolution
iPhone 18 Pro: 2,622-by-1,206-pixel resolution
iPhone 18 Pro Max: 2,868-by-1,320-pixel resolution
Wider borders around the display
Thinner borders, with the initial reduction of 30% introduced on the iPhone 16 Pro
Approximately 2-4 nits minimum display brightness
1 nit minimum display brightness
More power-efficient display
Ceramic Shield front
Ceramic Shield 2 front, with Apple claiming 3x better scratch resistance than the iPhone 16 Pro
Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating only
Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating and Apple-designed anti-reflective coating to reduce glare
2,000 nits peak display brightness (outdoor)
3,000 nits peak display brightness (outdoor), a 50% increase
2x better outdoor contrast, as stated in the iPhone 16 Pro comparison
Dynamic Island supports up to two simultaneous Live Activities
Smaller Dynamic Island, supports up to three simultaneous Live Activities
Camera Control capacitive button with sapphire crystal cover
Available in Black Titanium, White Titanium, Natural Titanium, and Blue Titanium
Available in Silver, Black, Glacier, and Burgundy
99% or more fiber-based packaging
100% fiber-based packaging, suitable for recycling
Dimensions and Weight
iPhone 15 Pro (2023)
iPhone 18 Pro (2026)
Height
iPhone 15 Pro: 146.6mm (5.77 inches)
iPhone 15 Pro Max: 159.9mm (6.29 inches)
iPhone 18 Pro: 150.0mm (5.91 inches)
iPhone 18 Pro Max: 163.4mm (6.43 inches)
Width
iPhone 15 Pro: 70.6mm (2.78 inches)
iPhone 15 Pro Max: 76.7mm (3.02 inches)
iPhone 18 Pro: 71.9mm (2.83 inches)
iPhone 18 Pro Max: 78.0mm (3.07 inches)
Thickness
8.25mm (0.32 inches)
8.75mm (0.34 inches)
Weight
iPhone 15 Pro: 187 grams (6.60 ounces)
iPhone 15 Pro Max: 221 grams (7.81 ounces)
iPhone 18 Pro: 211 grams (7.44 ounces), an increase of 24 grams
iPhone 18 Pro Max: 249 grams (8.78 ounces), an increase of 28 grams
Chip, Performance, and Connectivity
iPhone 15 Pro (2023)
iPhone 18 Pro (2026)
A17 Pro chip
A20 Pro chip
Built with TSMC's N3B process (first-generation 3nm)
Built with TSMC's N2 process (2nm), Apple's first 2nm smartphone chip
6-core CPU with 2 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores
6-core CPU with 2 super cores and 4 efficiency cores
8GB LPDDR5 RAM
12GB LPDDR5X RAM
51.2Gb/s memory bandwidth
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50 New macOS Golden Gate Features and Changes Worth Checking Out Apple released macOS 27 Golden Gate this week, and despite the company's focus this year on refining its flagship operating system, improving performance, and nixing bugs, there are still plenty of new things to explore. There's an overhauled Siri experience, changes across Apple's apps, and much-needed updates across the system interface.
In this article, we've selected 50 new features and lesser-known changes that are worth checking out if you're updating your Mac. Siri AI remains in beta and is initially rolling out in English, and the availability of some features varies by language and region. What do you think of macOS Golden Gate so far? Let us know in the comments.
Siri AI Replaces the Old Siri Experience
In macOS 27, Apple has turned Spotlight into the place to search your Mac or ask Siri AI a question. From the new "Search or Ask" bar, you can hold a conversation with Siri, find relevant information in apps such as Mail and Photos, and take actions in supported apps.
Adjustable Liquid Glass Transparency Slider
System Settings now has a slider that lets users adjust Liquid Glass from ultra-clear to fully tinted (found in Appearance ➝ Liquid Glass). Apple has also improved contrast and window shadows, standardized macOS toolbars, and made sidebars extend to the edges of app windows. The changes aim to make controls easier to read and active windows easier to distinguish.
Safari's Start Page Can Resume a Browsing Topic
Safari's Start Page has a new Recently Viewed section that brings back your recently closed browsing topics as well as topics open on any of your other devices. It offers a handy way to pick up a search or research session without trawling through your browser history.
Visual Intelligence Comes to the Mac
Visual Intelligence is now available on the Mac. Simply press Shift-Command-Space to select something onscreen, then ask Siri to explain it, translate text, search for similar images, or find related information. Siri can also use what it recognizes to take an action, such as adding the details from an event flyer to your Calendar.
Photos Can Save a Video Frame as a Still Photo
The Photos app can now save a frame from a video as a separate photo. Pause a clip at the moment you want, right-click (or Control-click) it, then choose "Save Video Frame as Photo," and it will add the still image to your library without exporting the entire video.
Past Conversations Are Saved in a New Siri App
macOS now has a dedicated Siri app where you can start new conversations or revisit past chats you've had with Siri. The app has a card-style interface with details on your most recent chats across all of your devices. You can also use the search button to find conversations, and there's a pin option for ones you revisit frequently. The Siri app is cross-platform and your content syncs across all of your Apple devices.
Shared Albums Go Full Resolution
Previously in Photos, pictures in a Shared Album were automatically reduced to 2,048 pixels on the long edge (except for panoramic photos, which can be up to 5,400 pixels wide). In macOS 27 though, Shared Albums finally support full-resolution photos and videos. But there comes a major trade-off. For years now, Apple has allowed you to store up to 5,000 photos and videos in Shared Albums without impacting your iCloud storage limit. That's no longer the case in Golden Gate.
Non-Apple Users Can Add to Shared Albums
People using Android or Windows can now join and contribute to your Shared Albums through iCloud.com. Users can also set an album to expire after 30 days, filter its photos and videos, review recent activity, and react to images with any emoji. Just remember that if you share an album with someone, what they add to it counts against your iCloud storage limit.
Photos Can Reframe Images
Photos has a new advanced editing tool in macOS 27. Reframe uses information captured with a compatible photo to change its apparent camera angle. It works by combining AI and spatial images so you can change the perspective or composition of a picture.
Photos Can Extend Images
Photos has another new editing feature: Extend lets you change the crop of an image, expanding the borders around content to zoom out a bit or change the photo's composition. It uses generative AI to fill in missing areas, and you can adjust the borders with drag gestures.
Cleaning Up Photos Got a Lot Better
Clean Up now uses new AI models, and it's better at removing objects. The original version of Clean Up was best for small items with little complexity in the surrounding area, but now it can do more work reconstructing backgrounds with generative AI. It also offers Fast, High Quality, and Auto modes. Apple says usage limits may apply.
Swipe Down to Refresh Comes to Mac Apps
The familiar swipe-down-to-refresh gesture comes to Safari, Mail, News, Podcasts, and Calendar on the Mac. Pulling down on content via your trackpad (or with your finger on iPad via Sidecar) causes the app to load the latest information, meaning you don't have to reach for a refresh button or keyboard shortcut.
Mail Search Puts More Relevant Results First
In Mail, search actually works properly in macOS 27. It now ranks messages by relevance rather than relying on matching words and recency. A search for a store, for example, can put an order confirmation ahead of promotional emails from the same sender, even if the order is buried in the inbox.
App Icons Gain More Liquid Glass Detail
Apple's app icons now have more layers of Liquid Glass, which adds detail and sharper edges across light, dark, clear, and tinted appearances. It's a smaller visual change than the new Appearance slider, but one you'll see throughout the Dock and app grid.
iPhone Mirroring Windows Become Resizable
Users can now drag a corner of an iPhone Mirroring window to make it larger or wider. Supported apps can show more information as the window expands, and macOS 27 now also supports playback of protected video in the mirrored window. Bear in mind that individual streaming providers may still restrict what can be mirrored, and iPhone Mirroring remains unavailable in the European Union.
Write With Siri Almost Anywhere
Write with Siri can generate a draft from a description, give feedback on existing text, or make a requested edit, such as shortening a paragraph or changing its tone. It works virtually anywhere you can type, and Apple says it can match your writing style in Mail and Messages.
Photos Adds Keywords and Star Ratings
Photos now lets users add keywords and one-to-five-star ratings to both photos and videos. Ratings can also be used as a filter, so it's easier to narrow down a large library to your best shots. Ratings controls are off by default, but you can enable them in Photos' General settings by checking the box next to "Show Rating Controls."
Add Extra-Large Widgets to Desktop
If you have any widgets on your desktop, try right-clicking (or Ctrl-clicking) on them and looking for a new option called Extra-Large Portrait. You can now make widgets take up a lot more screen space, which is useful for things like weather, home, and reminder widgets.
Trade in Siri for ChatGPT
The new Siri app and the "Search or Ask" bar (Command-Space) defaults to the new Siri AI, but you can switch it to ChatGPT if you prefer. Simply right-click (or Ctrl-click) and select "Ask..." From the context menu, and you'll see an option to change to ChatGPT. Note that conversation context doesn't transfer when you switch chatbot providers.
Safari Organizes Pages for You
If you have several webpages open with related content, Safari can automatically group these open tabs by topic while keeping any unrelated browsing sessions apart. To enable the feature, open Safari's Settings, select the Tabs section, and choose "Organize Tabs: Automatically Create Topics."
Safari Can Notify You When a Page Changes
Notify Me is another new Safari feature that enables the browser to watch a webpage for a specific change, such as a product restock or price drop, and alert you when it happens. The feature's monitoring options include daily, weekly, or monthly schedules.
Apple Notes Now Lets You Draw
The Continuity feature has allowed you to sketch in the Notes app by opening a virtual drawing board on your iPhone or iPad. But that meant you had to have at least one iOS device linked to your Apple Account. Happily, that's no longer a requirement in macOS 27, which adds a native drawing tool to the Notes app. It includes Pen, Monoline, Marker, Pencil, Crayon, Fountain Pen, Reed, and Watercolor tools.
Video Podcasts Get Better Mac Playback
The Podcasts app gives video shows fuller playback controls on the Mac, including Picture in Picture and a download option for offline viewing. You can switch between watching and listening when a show supports video, and the search function in a show's episode list makes older episodes easier to find.
Image Playground Gets More Styles
Image Playground has been overhauled to become genuinely useful, and it can now generate pictures in a wider range of styles, including photorealistic images. You can select part of an image and describe how you want it changed, or combine images to create something new. As with other Apple Intelligence features, Apple says usage limits may apply.
New Golden Gate Wallpapers Arrive
Golden Gate includes Sunset and Night wallpapers featuring San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge, along with a new abstract wallpaper. The Bridge wallpapers animate when your Mac unlocks and you can also use them as your screen savers.
Safari Can Build Extensions From a Description
Safari's Create an Extension option lets you describe what you want a browser extension to do in plain language. For example, a request to add a button for saving recipes can become a custom extension without you having to go near a single line of code. Safari also offers suggested prompts for productivity, focus, and design tasks.
Freeform Adds Drawing, Collaborative Folders
Freeform now supports drawing directly on the Mac, thanks to sketching tools being included in its shared boards. Golden Gate also adds folders for organizing collaborative boards and a canvas that adapts to Dark Mode.
Faster AirDrop and Network Browsing
Apple says Golden Gate makes AirDrop transfers and browsing folders on Windows or NAS network shares faster. Safari's Start Page content also loads more quickly, and Mission Control and Spaces animations are smoother.
Calendar Events Can Be Added by Description
Calendar can now create or edit an event from your plain-language description. You can describe a lunch meeting, change the time and adjust the description to make it a coffee meeting, and Calendar will adjust the event rather than requiring every detail to be edited separately.
Enhanced Maps Flyover
With Flyover, cities like Boston, New York, London, and Chicago include more detailed 3D renderings of their skylines. Apple has enhanced the 3D models for these cities by combining AI and aerial imagery to achieve more detailed and realistic cityscapes.
Slideshows Can Start From Any Photos Album
Photos can now create slideshows from any album or collection, rather than limiting them to Memories. You can customize the presentation and save it as a video to keep or share.
Passwords Will (Soon) Auto-Repair Weak Logins
The Passwords app already warns users about weak or compromised logins. Apple says a future software update will let it use Safari to change eligible passwords automatically, replacing a vulnerable login with a stronger one on your behalf.
External Displays Get Better Resolution Support
Golden Gate adds more resolution and refresh-rate choices for compatible external displays, including 5K at 120Hz on certain ultrawide screens. Apple also says the Mac does a better job of restoring window positions, Spaces, and screen assignments when a display is unplugged and reconnected.
macOS Suggests Names for Files and Folders
In Finder, TextEdit, and other Apple apps, Apple Intelligence can suggest a name for a file or folder based on its contents. The feature is designed to make saved items easier to recognize later, especially when the original name doesn't give much away about what's inside.
Siri Gains New Expressive Voices
Siri AI now has more expressive voices alongside a big improvement to systemwide dictation accuracy. You can adjust both the expressiveness and pace of Siri's voice to your preference with sliders in a new Voice section in System Settings ➝ Siri. Siri's new expressive voices require an M3 or newer Mac with at least 12GB of memory.
Weather's Forecast Views Are Refreshed
Weather in macOS 27 has a more orderly layout, with more room for its hourly and 10-day forecasts. You can also switch between current conditions, precipitation, and wind views, while a new Highlights section calls out notable weather events ahead. Highlights are currently only available in U.S. English.
Create Shortcuts With Natural Language
True to this era of AI, Shortcuts can now build you an automation from a plain-language description. You can ask it to assemble a sequence of actions across apps, then test, edit, or refine the result with another description. Apple says usage limits may apply.
Finder Columns Are Easier to Size and Reset
New autosize and reset controls make columns easier to manage in Finder. Right-click (or Control-click) the bottom of a column, and you'll see options to adjust a crowded view without dragging each column boundary into place by hand.
Sidecar Finally Supports Direct Finger Input
Sidecar now lets you interact directly with the Mac interface on an iPad used as a second display. With a compatible iPad, you can tap controls, scroll with a finger, and use more system gestures instead of relying on your mouse or trackpad.
New Screen Time Controls for Parents
Parents can now set category-level allowances with different schedules by day and time, making controls more flexible than one broad daily limit. Meanwhile, Ask to Browse lets kids ask your permission to visit websites. There are also expanded protections against gore and violence, alongside existing nudity protections.
Make Interface Boundaries Clearer
A new Show Borders accessibility option makes the boundaries of macOS interface elements easier to see, in case you could do with some help distinguishing controls and panels where translucent surfaces otherwise blend into the surrounding window.
Widgets Can Update in Real Time
Widgets will now update in real time when their associated app is open, so the information you see on the desktop remains in step with what you see inside the app, instead of you having to wait for a less frequent refresh.
Dock Shows Active Background Processes
If you quit an app and it is still running a background process, you'll see the indicator beneath its Dock icon turn a light gray. To end the activity, right-click the app's icon and select "Stop Running in Background."
Photos Gains New Utility Collections
The Photos app now has two Utility collections. "Captured by Me" gathers pictures taken with your current and any previous iPhones, while "Identity Documents" brings together images of passports, driver's licenses, and any similar records you might have.
Intel Macs Miss Golden Gate
If you have a very old machine, there's something you should know: Golden Gate does not run on Intel Macs – it requires Apple silicon (that includes the A-series chip in MacBook Neo). Sorry, Intel users.
Rosetta Support Is Ending
macOS 27 is also the final major release with general-purpose Rosetta support for Intel-only apps on Macs with Apple silicon. Apple says those apps will stop working in the next major release, apart from certain older games.
Smart Replies Can Sound More Like You
Mail's Smart Replies are able to reflect your usual writing style when they suggest a response, right down to your tone and phrasing, so now a quick reply can sound more like something you would have written yourself. To use a smart reply, click the reply button on an email, click inside the message field, then choose one of the suggested replies generated by Apple Intelligence.
Get Context on a Phone Call
Just like in iOS 27, the Phone app on Mac supports a new Call Context feature. It can surface relevant information from the Mail app. If you call an airline, it might show your confirmation code for an upcoming flight, or your reservation code if you're calling a hotel. It doesn't listen to what you're saying, but instead looks at the number you're calling and links it to details in the Mail app.
Shortcuts Adds Screenshot and Alert Triggers
Shortcuts automations can now be triggered simply by taking a screenshot or receiving a notification. The new options add to existing triggers such as time of day, location, and app activity, giving you more ways to start a routine automatically.
Reminders Understands Natural Language
If you enter a natural-language request in Reminders, the app can fill in details you specify such as a date, time, or location, saving you from having to enter each field separately.Related Roundup: macOS Golden GateRelated Forum: macOS Golden GateThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
iPhone 18 Pro Max Test Shows Much Faster Charging From 0% to 100% Apple said the new iPhone 18 Pro models are capable of faster USB-C charging compared to the iPhone 17 Pro models, and a new video shared by the YouTube channel Xiaobai's Tech Reviews offers a closer look at the year-over-year improvement.
As spotted by the account Ice Universe, the video reveals that the iPhone 18 Pro Max can go from 0% to 100% battery life in as little as 55 minutes with a capable charger, compared to 81 minutes for the iPhone 17 Pro Max. In other words, the iPhone 18 Pro Max can be "fully" charged 26 minutes faster compared to the previous generation (iPhones continue to receive a slow trickle of power even after they show 100% battery life).
In line with Apple's advertised claim, the video showed that the iPhone 18 Pro Max can reach 50% battery life in just 15 minutes, down from 20 minutes for the iPhone 17 Pro models.
The smaller iPhone 18 Pro should have similar charging speeds.
During the video's test, the iPhone 18 Pro Max reached a peak charging speed of 52W for the first 12 minutes of the charging session. Last year, the iPhone 17 Pro Max achieved a peak charging speed of 36W in a separate test conducted by ChargerLAB. As always, charging slows down later in a session to prevent overheating.
Exactly how useful these improvements are to you will depend on your charging habits. If you mostly charge your iPhone overnight, then faster charging is obviously not very beneficial. But if you find yourself topping up your iPhone throughout the day, then saving nearly a half hour on a 0% to 100% charge may be meaningful to you.
Apple's tech specs state that to achieve the fastest charging speeds on the iPhone 18 Pro models, you need to use a power adapter capable of 60W or higher with Adjustable Voltage Supply (AVS). Apple sells a charger that meets this description: its 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max, which is priced at $39 on its U.S. online store.
The video referenced is in Chinese.
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Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4 reviewers praise health upgrades Reviewers have found that Apple's latest wearables deliver better health tracking and battery life, while Apple's highly promoted, and highly controversial, Audio Intelligence features largely remain untested.Apple Watch Ultra 4 and Apple Watch Series 12 review roundupReviews of Apple's newest wearables have begun rolling in ahead of Friday, September 18's release date. Here's what reviewers across the web thought of September's two new Apple Watch models. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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First iPhone 18 Pro pre-orders now say ‘shipped,’ here’s how to check yours Apple has started notifying users that iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max pre-orders have officially shipped. Here’s how to check the status of your order.
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Today in Apple history: Apple stock smashes through $700 barrier On September 17, 2012, Apple's stock price smashed through the $700 mark, cementing Cupertino's place as the world's most valuable company.
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Deals: AirPods, M6 Mac mini, Apple Studio Display $330 off, Thunderbolt 5 dock, MacBook Air, more Pre-order deals roll on today on various models of the new Apple Watch Series 12 as well as the lowest price on AirPods Pro 3 at $50 off we are also tracking the return of Amazon’s pre-order discounts on the M5 MacBook Air at $150 off, Apple’s 2026 Studio Display XDR dropping back to the Amazon all-time low at $330 off, Hyper’s 2026 Thunderbolt 5 Dock at $80 off, and an exclusive discount on Bluebonnet’s Saddle Tan leather iPhone 18 Pro case with copper buttons. Check it all out below.
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Ignore stock advisor chatter about iPhone 18 Pro demand Every year, talking heads from big banks pop up in the media to assess iPhone preorder demand at launch. This year, they're underestimating the iPhone Duo bull in the china shop.iPhone 18 Pro sales have already started, and analysts are worried for no reasonFor years now, Apple's September iPhone release includes a Pro and a non-Pro. There have been some exceptions previously, like the iPhone X. There has also been the iPhone Air, and this year, the iPhone Duo.The iPhone X disrupted the talking head cycle on investor television. The finely-coiffed folks got on broadcast TV and lamented that the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus weren't doing as well as the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus did, and it was a problem for Apple. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Xcode 27 adds more tools for external agents! https://preview.redd.it/6n0bnk3jj3qh1.png?width=842&format=png&auto=webp&s=8697dc3a11570c4ca5058228b0917ecb0136dd10 Did you know that AI Agents can control Xcode through the built in MCP server? Aka it can control it from an agent running in the terminal, without using the AI interface inside Xcode. And with Xcode 27 the agents now how a lot more useful tools they can call! Im working with a […]
iPhone 18 Pro Makes the Starting Lineup for Apple TV's Dodgers vs. Giants Broadcast Apple TV's broadcast of the Los Angeles Dodgers vs. San Francisco Giants game this Friday will incorporate the brand new iPhone 18 Pro.
More than a dozen iPhone 18 Pro devices will be placed throughout Dodger Stadium during the game, according to Apple. The devices will capture live gameplay from unique vantage points and scenes from around the ballpark, including batting practice, player introductions, dugout perspectives, and the atmosphere throughout the stadium.
"iPhone will offer unique perspectives that would be difficult to achieve with traditional broadcast cameras thanks to its small footprint," said Apple.
Apple already placed four iPhone 17 Pro devices in Fenway Park last year to capture footage for a Boston Red Sox vs. Detroit Tigers broadcast on Apple TV, and one of them ended up in the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum.
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Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 Reviews: Look Out, Oura Ring The first reviews of the Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4 are now available ahead of the devices launching this Friday, September 18.
While both new Apple Watches look virtually identical to the previous-generation models on the outside, there are a handful of upgrades this year. For example, a more powerful S11 chip and larger LEDs on the optical heart sensor enable more accurate and frequent heart rate sensing, and HRV is now measured up to 24 times more often.
There is also a new Readiness app, more accurate step tracking, and faster charging. Finally, two new Audio Intelligence features Siri Rewind and Live Recap will be available later this year, as part of an upcoming watchOS update.
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Apple also gives you the data behind your Readiness score at no additional cost. Oura, for example, shows you a Readiness score without a subscription, but you'll need to pay the $7/monthly fee to dig into what's driving it and to see long-term trends.
Apple's readiness score requires "at least" seven nights of data, and most reviewers said they were still not seeing a score yet after around a week, so we will need to wait for later reviews to get a better look at the feature.
Siri Rewind and Live Recap were not available to reviewers yet, either, unfortunately.
Still, Engadget's Cherlynn Low said the new models are a "solid upgrade" this year:If you can ignore the Live Rewind and Siri Recap features that aren't even available on the Apple Watch Series 12 yet, the device is a solid upgrade over older models. The new health sensing system is a meaningful overhaul, while the expansion of gesture support has the potential to enable more hands-free interactions with your watch. The inclusion of a new type of HRV measurement, increased sampling rates and some additional watch face complications are small but helpful touches for those who obsess over their metrics.There are some new case options and colors for the Series 12, such as Light Bronze aluminum and the return of ceramic in Pearl White and Night Blue.
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Amazon Drops 13-Inch M5 MacBook Air Prices by $150 Amazon today is taking $150 off two models of the M5 MacBook Air, and this time the deals are focused on 13-inch models. These remain the best prices we've seen on the M5 MacBook Air in the wake of Apple's summertime price hikes.
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Amazon has the 16GB/1TB 13-inch MacBook Air for $1,449.00, down from $1,599.00. This one is available in all four colors on Amazon, and it's accompanied by the 24GB/1TB model for $150 off.
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How to downgrade iOS 27 to iOS 26 on your iPhone Macworld
Apple updates iOS every year, bestowing upon our iPhones a range of new features and security improvements, as well as the occasional redesign. In September 2026, iOS 27 made its debut. Most iPhone users will move to the new platform straight away, and the majority are likely to love the changes. But what if you encounter bugs, poor battery life, or another problem that makes you wish you could return to iOS 26?
And what if subsequent iOS 27 updates may also introduce problems that leave you wishing you could return to an earlier version?
Downgrading from iOS 27 may be possible, but only while Apple continues to sign a compatible version of iOS 26—or an earlier release of iOS 27—for your particular iPhone. There is usually only a short window in which this can be done.
In this article, we explore your options for downgrading iOS on an iPhone. Be aware that the process has significant disadvantages: it erases the device, and a backup made after installing iOS 27 generally cannot be restored to an iPhone running iOS 26.
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Can you downgrade iOS 27?
The answer depends on whether you want to return from iOS 27 to iOS 26, remove an iOS beta, or reverse a recent point update. A downgrade may be possible in each of these situations, but usually only for a limited time.
The main factor is whether Apple is still signing the older version for your exact iPhone model. Signing is Apple’s way of authorizing a particular iOS release for installation on a particular device. Once Apple stops signing a release, you cannot install it using the standard restore process, even if you have already downloaded the correct firmware file.
Apple typically stops signing an older version of iOS soon after releasing its replacement. If you act quickly enough, however, you may be able to return to the previous version. We explain how below.
For example, shortly after installing iOS 27, it may be possible to return to iOS 26.7, which Apple released alongside iOS 27 on September 14, 2026. This will work only while Apple continues to sign iOS 26.7 for your iPhone model.
Reasons you may not be able to downgrade
Apple is no longer signing the older version: Once Apple stops signing a release, you cannot install it using the standard restore process. This means you cannot return to much earlier releases such as iOS 26 or iOS 18 after their signing windows have closed.
Your iPhone came with iOS 27 installed: An iPhone cannot be downgraded to a version of iOS that was never released for that model. New iPhones that shipped with iOS 27—including the iPhone 18 generation—cannot ordinarily be downgraded to iOS 26, even if Apple continues to sign iOS 26 for older models.
The firmware is not intended for your iPhone: You can install only an IPSW firmware file created for your exact iPhone model and still signed by Apple.
What you need to know before downgrading iOS 27
Before you try to roll back your iPhone from iOS 27 to iOS 26, be aware of the following limitations:
The downgrade will erase your iPhone: Reverting to an older version of iOS requires wiping the apps and data from the device.
A backup made after installing iOS 27 cannot be restored to iOS 26: Backups contain settings, app data, databases, and other information formatted for the version of iOS on which they were created. If you don’t have a compatible older backup, you will need to set up the iPhone as new. Information synchronized separately through iCloud should become available again after you sign in.
New iPhone models cannot run iOS 26: If your iPhone model first shipped with iOS 27, it cannot be downgraded to iOS 26.
Apple’s signing window can close at any time: You need to act quickly. Downloading the required IPSW file while Apple is still signing it does not guarantee that you can install it later. If Apple has stopped signing the release by the time you attempt the restore, the process will fail.
You may remove important security improvements: Downgrading can leave your iPhone without security fixes included in the newer release. It may be safer to wait for the next iOS 27 update to see whether it resolves the problem that made you consider downgrading.
How to downgrade iOS: What you need
Before beginning the downgrade process, make sure you have the necessary equipment, software, and backups ready.
1) Find out whether Apple is still signing the older version of iOS
The first thing you need to do is find out if Apple is still signing the version of iOS you need.
To find out whether Apple is still signing the version of iOS you need, visit this page and look up your exact iPhone model to see which versions are still signed by Apple. Apple usually stops signing a version of iOS within one or two weeks of a new update. Signing status and available firmware can differ between devices.
Find the version of iOS you want.Foundry
If you are lucky and the old version is still being signed, you will be able to downgrade.
However, you still may prefer to stay on the new version because this process will wipe your iPhone.
2) Download the correct IPSW firmware files
You will need the correct firmware for your iPhone model.
To do this go to IPSW.me (on your Mac) and download the correct version of the iOS you want that matches your iPhone model.
As said above, it needs to still be signed by Apple at the time you wish to restore that version, which can be a very narrow window indeed – days, not weeks.
The software should start downloading to your Downloads folder. Note, it can take a long time to download an iOS firmware file and the IPSW file may be around 10GB or more, so make sure the computer has enough free storage.
Downloading a signed IPSW now will not preserve your ability to use it after Apple closes the signing window
3) A Mac or PC
You will need to use the Finder on a Mac or the Apple Devices App on a PC to restore your iPhone.
You should also ensure that macOS is up-to-date on your Mac, or that the latest version of Apple Devices is installed on your Windows PC.
An appropriate USB-C or Lightning cable will also be necessary to connect the iPhone to the computer.
4) A backup from before the update
The only way to install an older version of iOS is to erase the version currently installed on your iPhone. If you want to recover your apps, settings, and other data afterward, you will need a compatible backup.
The main problem is that a backup created under iOS 27 generally cannot be restored to an iPhone running iOS 26. To recover everything after downgrading, you need a backup created before you installed iOS 27. This is why we recommend backing up your iPhone to a Mac and archiving that backup before updating iOS.
If your iPhone has not been backed up since you installed iOS 27, an older compatible backup may still be available. Here’s how to check:
How to find an iCloud backup on your iPhone:
Open Settings.
Tap your name.
Tap iCloud.
Scroll down and tap iCloud Backup.
Swipe down to All Device Backups and tap your iPhone.
Check the date of the latest backup to determine whether it was made before you installed iOS 27.
iCloud does not provide a collection of archived backups for each device in the same way that a Mac can. If iCloud has backed up your iPhone since you installed iOS 27, the older iOS 26 backup may already have been replaced.
For more guidance, see How to restore an iPhone from a backup.
How to find an archived backup on a Mac:
If you archived an older backup on your Mac, here’s how to find it:
Connect the iPhone to the Mac with a USB cable.
Open Finder.
Select the iPhone in the sidebar.
Click General.
Click Manage Backups.
Locate the archived backup, checking its date to make sure it was created before you installed iOS 27.
After downgrading you can restore this archived back up via the Finder, we’ll explain how to do that below.
If you don’t have an older backup, it is still worth making a fresh iOS 27 backup before beginning the downgrade. You won’t be able to restore that backup while the iPhone is running iOS 26, but it will allow you to recover your current data if you later reinstall iOS 27.
You can still downgrade (as long as iOS 26 remains signed) without a compatible older backup, but you will need to set up the iPhone as new. Information synchronized separately through iCloud—such as contacts, calendars, files in iCloud Drive, and iCloud Photos—should become available again after you sign in. However, you should not assume that every app or item of data will return.
5) Your Apple Account details
Make sure you have the password for the Aple Account associated with the iPhone or you may encounter issues with Activation Lock and be unable to complete the setup process once your iPhone restarts.
How to downgrade iOS 27: Step-by-step guide
This is what it looked like when we downgraded from iOS 16.6.1 to iOS 16.6. The process is the same – as long as the old version is still signed. Foundry
The steps below explain how to downgrade from iOS 27 to a signed version of iOS 26, such as iOS 26.7. The process is the same when moving from a newer point release to an immediately preceding release, provided Apple is still signing the version you want.
WARNING: This process will wipe your iPhone! Beware that you could lose your data if you don’t have a backup from before the iOS update you are downgrading from.
Make a fresh backup of the iPhone before proceeding. Remember that an iOS 27 backup cannot normally be restored to iOS 26, but it will preserve your current data if you later install iOS 27.
Download the version of iOS you require from IPSW.me.
On a Mac, open the Finder. On a PC, use the Apple Devices app.
Plug in your iPhone using a suitable cable. If asked, unlock the iPhone and confirm that you trust the computer.
Turn off Find My on your device because it enables Activation Lock, which could prevent you from erasing and downgrading the iPhone. Go to Settings > your name > Find My > Find My iPhone > Turn Off. Enter your Apple Account password to confirm.
Select the iPhone in the Finder sidebar or Apple Devices app.
Hold down the Option/Alt key and click Restore iPhone. On a PC, hold Shift and click Restore iPhone.
Select the version of iOS you wish to install on the iPhone from your Downloads folder.
Click Open.
A message will appear saying which version of iOS you will install – this should be the one you selected. Click to confirm and wait while your iPhone is restored. Do not disconnect the iPhone during this process.
The phone will be wiped and the older version of iOS installed on the iPhone.
You now need to set up your iPhone again. Be aware that backups made on newer versions of iOS usually can’t be restored to older versions, so you may need to set up the iPhone as new.
If you have a compatible backup made while the iPhone was running iOS 26, choose the option to restore from that backup during setup. Otherwise, select the option to set up the iPhone without transferring apps and data, then sign in to your Apple Account.
If the restore reports that the iPhone is not eligible for the requested build, check that you downloaded the IPSW for the correct model. If the file is correct, it is probably the case that Apple has stopped signing that version and the downgrade is no longer possible.
What to do if the iOS downgrade fails
Don’t toss your iPhone away because it won’t downgrade. Britta O’Boyle
If you were unable to downgrade your iPhone it could have been for one of the following reasons:
The iPhone isn’t eligible for the requested build
Apple is either no longer signing the selected release, or you downloaded the IPSW for the wrong iPhone model.
Return to IPSW.me, select your exact model and confirm that the release is shown as signed.
Apple has stopped signing the version
In this case there is no supported way to complete the downgrade.
The backup requires a newer version of iOS
If your backup was created using iOS 27 you won’t be able to restore it to iOS 26. You either need an older compatible backup or you need other set up the iPhone as new, or you could upgrade your iPhone to iOS 27 again and restoring the newer backup.
The Mac or PC doesn’t recognize the iPhone
You need to unlock the iPhone and tap Trust if prompted.
If that doesn’t solve the problem, try another cable or USB port – avoiding an unpowered hub.
If it’s still not recognised, check macOS is up-to-date and restart both devices.
If the iPhone still does not appear, place it into recovery mode using the instructions here: How to put an iPhone in Recovery mode.
The restore is stuck or the iPhone shows the Apple logo
Leave the iPhone connected and give the restore a little more time to finish.
If it does not progress, restart the computer, reconnect the iPhone and try using recovery mode (as per the link above).
Do not disconnect the iPhone while Finder or Apple Devices indicates that the restore is still taking place.
FAQ
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Why can’t I downgrade to an older version of iOS?
There is a very small window in which you can downgrade.
When software is made available by Apple, the company includes a signature that confirms its authenticity. This is for security reasons, so that you won’t accidentally install bogus software that claims to be iOS and then find yourself in a world of pain as all your data is stolen.
Whereas in the past Apple would leave the signature valid on previous versions of iOS for a short time, in recent years the signature has been removed within days of, and sometimes almost simultaneously with, the release of the newer version.
If the version of iOS you wish to reinstall doesn’t have this signature, then you will not be able to install it on your iPhone or iPad.
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Is there another way to go back to a previous version of iOS if this doesn’t work?
If you simply must have a certain version of iOS, perhaps because an old app is stuck on that version and hasn’t been updated since, then there is a somewhat drastic solution. Buy an old iPhone.
It sounds silly, but it’s probably the easiest way to ensure that you have the iOS version you need. We’d recommend scouring eBay or some of the refurbished outlets like Amazon Renewed (or Back Market, MusicMagpie, or Amazon Renewed in the U.K.) to see if someone is selling an older model still running the iOS you want. Needless to say, you should specifically ask the buyer to confirm this–don’t just assume that the iPhone will still be running the version of iOS that was current when it launched.
But bear in mind, finally, that there’s a reason why Apple wants people using its latest software. Not only does this mean you get the newest features and design, but it should also be the safest one available as it has the latest updates.
There are also third-party tools that can offer easier workflows, additional automation, or support for unsigned firmware. Examples include EaseUS iOS System Repair, AnyFix, Tenorshare ReiBoot, and TinyUmbrella.
3.
How long does Apple allow you to downgrade iOS after an update?
Apple typically provides a very narrow window for downgrading your iPhone’s operating system.
This limitation exists because Apple is required to “sign” an older version of iOS to confirm its authenticity and security before it can be installed on a device.
Once Apple stops signing an older version, which often happens within days of a newer release, that version becomes unavailable for installation.
Apple’s official stance, as explained by senior vice president of software engineering Craig Federighi, is that downgrading is restricted because “each iOS update improves the security of your iPhone… To downgrade iOS means that your device would be less secure, and easier for hackers to get into.”
4.
Can you downgrade iOS without a computer?
Downgrading an iPhone or iPad to an older version of iOS typically requires a computer, as Apple does not provide a native “rollback” feature within the device’s settings. While you can perform certain actions like removing a beta profile directly on your device, a true downgrade to a previous stable version generally necessitates a PC or Mac to install the necessary firmware files.
You can turn off Beta Updates directly on the iPhone, but doing so does not remove the beta already installed. To leave the beta immediately, you need to connect the iPhone to a computer, erase it and restore the current public release. See How to remove the iOS Beta.
5.
Will downgrading iOS erase my iPhone?
Yes, downgrading iOS will typically erase your iPhone. The standard process for moving to an older version of the operating system requires a complete wipe of the device’s current data to ensure the older software can be installed cleanly.
Because of this, having a backup is critical. However, there is a significant limitation regarding compatibility: backups made on a newer version of iOS (such as iOS 26) cannot be restored to a device running an older version (such as iOS 18) . To get your data back after a downgrade, you must use a backup that was created while the device was still running that older version or earlier.
Make a new backup before beginning, even if it requires iOS 27. Although that backup will not restore to iOS 26, it will allow you to recover your current data if you subsequently reinstall iOS 27.
While official methods via Apple’s Finder involve wiping the device, some third-party software claims to offer “no data loss” downgrades. For instance, the program Tenorshare ReiBoot is described as a tool that allows you to downgrade iOS 26 to 18 without data loss on your iPhone or iPad.
6.
Can I restore an iOS 27 backup to iOS 26?
Apple does not support restoring a backup created using a newer version of iOS to a device running an older version. You will need a compatible backup made before you installed iOS 27, or you will have to set up the iPhone as new.
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Can third-party software install an unsigned version of iOS?
Consumer restore utilities cannot ordinarily bypass Apple’s firmware-signing requirements on a modern iPhone. Some third-party tools can simplify parts of the restore process, but they still depend on Apple authorizing the firmware for your device.
Make an independent backup before using any third-party recovery utility.
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Apple products have never been thought of as a budget option, but this year has been particularly rough for fans on a budget. The situation can be traced to the rise of AI, as datacenters hoover up the available memory chips, pushing up wholesale prices and leading manufacturers to pass on these extra costs to the consumer.
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And the pain isn’t over just yet. Earlier this week, the Twitter/X leaker Semiconductor Insider (via AppleInsider) discussed a new quote Samsung had given Apple to supply memory in the first quarter of 2027, and the figures make for ominous reading. The prices–DRAM at around $2 per Gb, and NAND at $0.33 per Gb–are 30-40 percent up on current rates. That’s a big hike in manufacturing costs, and Apple will be reluctant to take the hit and reduce its profit margins. In other words, we can expect further iPhone price rises in 2027.
At that stage, it wasn’t clear if Apple would sign the deal, but DigiTimes reported Wednesday that Apple had indeed accepted the higher costs. DigiTimes has a weak track record for Apple rumors, but it’s much more reliable for industry deals.
We don’t know if Apple will increase the starting prices of the new iPhones as a result of the supplier deal, but the situation will certainly create complications in the spring. This month’s iPhone event was all about the unobtainable luxuries, but we’re due to get more budget-focused handsets in March or April: the iPhone 18 and the iPhone 18e (plus the iPhone Air 2, potentially, but that won’t be cheap). It’ll be tough to market the iPhone 18e as a budget option if it gets another price hike and starts at $799.
If all this makes you think about jumping ship and getting an Android device instead, it’s worth bearing in mind that other manufacturers face the same issues and may suffer more. As Semiconductor Insider points out, Apple’s deal “is the price floor for everyone else.” The Cupertino company has immense leverage and almost always gets the best supplier deals. Whatever it’s paying, Android companies will have to pay the same or more.
General Motors continues CarPlay backtrack on two truck models General Motors has revealed a CarPlay compromise on two truck models, as it seemingly continues something of a backtrack on its decision to withdraw support for the feature.
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A20 Pro succeeds because it was built just for what Apple needs Apple executives have been talking in detail about the iPhone 18 Pro's 2nm A20 Pro processor, but also how it was intentionally designed alongside so many other elements to provide greater speed and efficiency.Sri Santhanam talks about the design of the A20 Pro processor - image credit: The Circuit podcastThe A20 Pro processor in the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and iPhone Duo is the most capable chip ever in any iPhone. Each generation is of course better than the last, but this is the first to be made to a 2-nanometer design, and the result is a 20% faster CPU and 40% faster GPU.Apple chiefs, though, say that the 2nm processor is only part of what has been done to make the new iPhones perform better, stay cooler, and be better suited for AI work. Speaking on "The Circuit" podcast, Apple Silicon and product marketing chiefs Tom Boger, Kaiann Drance, and Sri Santhanam also detailed the side-mounted DRAM, the MCM-style packaging, and the increased neural engine count as key to the new processor. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 review: More personal than ever before The Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4 are all about what’s happening underneath. Headlined by a new Health Sensing System, they bring some of the biggest improvements to Apple Watch health tracking in years.
I’ve spent the last week with the Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Some memory for Apple devices may be made in the US for the first time Some memory chips for Apple devices could be made in the US for the first time, if plans involving one of the company’s suppliers come to fruition.
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iPhone 17 review one year later: Still plenty to appreciate After a year with the iPhone 17, I've found plenty to appreciate about it, but that still doesn't make me love it.iPhone 17 review, one year laterThe iPhone 17 was Apple's 2025 baseline release. For whatever reason, the general public really took to it. Apple's own Tim Cook pointed out repeatedly that the phone was one of Apple's best sellers of all time.As fate would have it, it was also the iPhone I was, more or less, forced into buying. My beloved iPhone 13 mini was on death's doorstep, and because I live in 2026 and not 2006, I can't really be sans iPhone. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Which iOS 27 CarPlay Features Actually Work in Your Car? In iOS 27, available now, CarPlay gets its biggest update in years, but some features depend on what type of car you have rather than your iPhone model. Some of the biggest additions won't do anything in the vast majority of vehicles on the road today. Here's how the new features pan out.
Works in any CarPlay Vehicle
Custom widgets: In iOS 27, CarPlay is no longer limited to Apple's handful of stock widgets. Any compatible widget from your iPhone's Home Screen can now be added to the CarPlay dashboard. To do so, go to Settings ➝ General ➝ CarPlay, tap your car, then tap Widgets ➝ Add Widgets. You can drag widgets to rearrange them, tap to remove them, and toggle Smart Rotate and Widget Suggestions.
Audio scrubbing: The Now Playing screen now has a proper progress bar, allowing you to drag to any point in a song or podcast rather than having to tap skip repeatedly. There's also a persistent mini-player that keeps artwork and controls on screen while you browse.
Apple Music Filters: In Apple Music on CarPlay, you can filter your library to sort playlists, albums, artists, and songs by categories like "Favorites" or "All Playlists." Apple says third-party music apps can adopt it too.
New wallpapers: New wave designs found in iOS 27 and macOS 27 are now available in CarPlay in 14 color options. In previous years, most of Apple's platforms shipped with their own distinct wallpaper. This year, they all share a design called "Celosia," featuring sweeping, overlapping curves and soft shadows inspired by layered flower petals or folded paper.
Maps improvements: Apple extended natural language search to navigation, and that also works with Apple Maps in CarPlay. You can ask Siri for directions that avoid toll roads, highways, and more.
Better wireless reliability: Apple says wireless CarPlay connections are more dependable in iOS 27, with improved GPS accuracy and better navigation heading detection. These are phone-side changes, so no new hardware is required.
Needs the Right Car
Video apps: Apple made a song and dance about this feature, but it's the one that fewest people can use right now. Video browsing in the CarPlay interface requires automakers to certify AirPlay video integration for the vehicle. In other words, an iOS update alone can't enable it. That makes sense when you think about it – playback only works when the vehicle is parked (it switches to audio if you shift into drive) and the car needs to be able to share its drive state with iOS. As of writing, no manufacturer has announced plans to support the feature.
Sharing routes to your car's own screens: Navigation apps can now pass route data to a vehicle's built-in infotainment or digital instrument cluster, including EV charging stops and range. Again though, your car has to support it, so your mileage may vary (no pun intended).
Needs a Supported iPhone
Siri AI: The upgraded Siri now handles back-and-forth conversation in the car, while chats sync to the Siri app on your iPhone so you can pick them up later. It does however require an iPhone that supports Apple Intelligence, plus there's a Siri AI waitlist to get access, which you can join on your iPhone in Settings ➝ Siri.
Video apps in Carplay require dedicated vehicle support
One to Watch
Apple has given developers a voice control template that any category of CarPlay app can adopt for voice conversations. But nothing will change until individual app makers make use of it, so expect this to arrive gradually.
Bottom Line
If you have a car with CarPlay and a recent iPhone running iOS 27, you'll immediately be able to take advantage of third-party widgets, audio scrubbing, new wallpapers, and Maps improvements. For video and route sharing, you'll need to wait for your car's manufacturer to add support. iOS 27 was released on September 14 and is available to download now.Related Roundups: CarPlay, iOS 27, iPadOS 27Related Forums: HomePod, HomeKit, CarPlay, Home & Auto Technology, iOS 27This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
Tim Cook keeping John Ternus away from controversy by attending White House dinner One of the trickier parts of Tim Cook’s job when he was Apple CEO was walking the tightrope of upholding the company’s values without provoking the ire of the White House over things like immigration policy and DEI.
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The iPhone 18 Pro is a reward for those who waited Macworld
The iPhone 18 Pro is one of Apple’s most iterative releases in years. While it introduces impressive camera improvements, a smaller Dynamic Island, and a significantly faster chip, not much else has changed. Paired with the price hike, many frequent buyers will hold onto their iPhone 17 Pro models and skip upgrading this year.
But that’s the thing about iPhones: You don’t need to buy a new one every year. Most users aren’t on a yearly upgrade cycle, and the incremental enhancements stack up to create a truly transformative experience for anyone with an older device. In particular, if you’re still rocking an iPhone 14 Pro or earlier, buying an iPhone 18 Pro will feel like a whole new device.
Display of force
A smartphone’s display plays a key role in the overall user experience, as it’s the component we directly interact with the most. The iPhone 14 Pro retired the notch in favor of the Dynamic Island back in 2022, revolutionizing the screen cutout and making it more functional. The iPhone 18 Pro goes a step further, shrinking the cutout to accommodate up to three Live Activities in the Dynamic Island instead of two.
While you probably won’t notice the slightly bigger display, with an extra 0.2 inches, bringing the Pro to 6.3 inches and the Pro Max to 6.9 inches, you’ll definitely notice the slimmer bezels, which are practically invisible compared to the 14 Pro.
The iPhone 18 Pro has a smaller Dynamic Island.Apple
Other notable display upgrades over the 4-year-old phone include a 1,000-nit increase in peak outdoor brightness, with the iPhone 18 Pro maxing out at 3,000 nits. The screen is now also guarded by the Ceramic Shield 2, which has quite literally prevented my iPhone 17 Pro Max from attracting any visible scratches after a full year of unprotected daily use.
Sharper by a long shot
The advanced cameras are one of the main reasons many users opt for an iPhone. The iPhone 14 Pro already offers a highly capable Pro camera system, but the 18 Pro models take it to the next level.
For starters, the ultra-wide and telephoto lenses’ resolutions have both been bumped from 12MP to 48MP, matching that of the main lens. This upgrade allows you to take higher-resolution photos, minimize pixelation in low-light environments, and crop more flexibly. Plus, you’re getting up to 8x optical zoom, a significant increase from the 14 Pro’s 3x limit. That’s not to mention that the digital zoom now goes all the way to 40x.
The iPhone 18 Pro is the first iPhone with a variable aperture camera.Apple
Other iPhone 18 Pro rear camera enhancements include a variable aperture for better depth of field and lighting adjustments, granular controls for elements like the shutter speed and white balance, ProRes and Apple Log recording support, wind noise reduction and AutoMix for editing footage audio, better low-light video recording, and much, much more. Those who actively take photos and videos will particularly appreciate all the improvements Apple has made over the past four generations.
The front-facing camera is also greatly improved from the 14 Pro. It now offers an 18MP resolution, Center Stage support for subject tracking during video calls, a square sensor for digital orientation switching, Dual Capture for simultaneous recording using the front and rear cameras, etc.
Aye aye Siri
You probably don’t use Siri much on your iPhone 14 Pro, and that’s understandable—it’s not very good. However, the iPhone 18 Pro brings support for Apple Intelligence, which unlocks a completely rebuilt Siri experience that mimics established AI chatbots, such as Google Gemini. You now get a dedicated Siri app to converse with it, including a native ChatGPT integration. Siri can base its responses on extensive world knowledge, live web results, and the personal data stored on your iPhone—like emails, messages, notes, browsing history, events, and more.
Other neat AI introductions include Visual Intelligence to identify objects you capture, native photo manipulation tools, notification summaries, priority alert detection for Focus modes, surfacing context during calls, and a wide range of text composing and editing options across apps.
If you don’t have at least an iPhone 15 Pro, you don’t have Apple Intelligence.Foundry
Cooler by design
After upgrading from an iPhone 14 Pro to an 18 Pro, you’ll notice that the device has been almost completely redesigned. The newer model now features an aluminum back and frame, which makes it less prone to scratches and smudges compared to stainless steel. Coupled with the new vapor chamber, the iPhone 18 Pro can sustain high performance for longer periods without overheating. The back case also has less glass, considerably reducing the risk of cracking if dropped.
Other more noticeable design changes include the switch from a Lightning port for charging and wired data transfer to the universal USB-C connector. You’ll also spot a touch-sensitive Camera Control button on the side to quickly launch the desired camera app and interact with it, along with a mappable Action button that replaces the vintage mute switch.
Apple’s A20 Pro processor is a massive leap over last year’s iPhone, let alone older models.Apple
Trust the processor
It goes without saying that the jump from the iPhone 14 Pro’s 4nm A16 Bionic chip to a 2nm A20 Pro chip introduces a bunch of computational upgrades. In terms of processing, the CPU is now up to 60 percent faster. You also get a superior GPU with two more cores, Neural Accelerators, and hardware-accelerated ray tracing. This will significantly boost performance when gaming and editing videos on your iPhone 18 Pro.
Contrary to common misconception, the performance gains do not negatively impact the battery life. In fact, the iPhone 18 Pro Max boasts the longest iPhone battery life yet. According to Apple, the flagship provides up to 45 hours of video playback on a single charge, a whopping 16-hour increase from the 14 Pro Max’s 29-hour limit. It also accelerates charging when using a compatible adapter, letting you top up 50 percent of the battery in around 15 minutes instead of 35 minutes.
Anyone here with a single legal name (no surname) enrolled in the Apple Developer Program? Did the “put a period in the last name” trick cause issues later? Hey everyone, hoping someone has been through this. I'm from Indonesia and I only have one legal name is just "Kuswanto", no surname. Pretty common here, but apparently not something Apple's enrollment flow loves. When I did the ID scan in the Apple Developer app, the OCR chopped my name into "KUS WANT G" 😅 […]
PSA: watchOS 27 Removes This Useful Feature From Your Apple Watch Apple released watchOS 27 on September 14, bringing a new Audio Intelligence feature set to its latest Apple Watch models, but as a result, owners of previous models are set to lose out doubly in the process.
Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 models later this year will get Live Rewind, a feature that provides a transcript of any spoken audio that was picked up by the device in the last 15 seconds. To activate the feature, users need to double-click the Digital Crown.
Unforunately, this double-click action is the same one that in watchOS 26 switches between the current app and the previously used app – or indeed the watch face and the last used app.
It's a neat way of multitasking on your Apple Watch without tapping the display.
Needless to say, this feature will no longer work for anyone upgrading to Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 models when the devices are released on September 18. Apple has reserved the double-click action for when its new Live Rewind feature is activated later this year.
However, what's arguably more frustrating is that owners of older Apple Watch models who update to watchOS 27 will also lose the ability to jump between apps using the Digital Crown double-click.
After updating to watchOS 27, the Digital Crown double-click no longer works to switch between apps. All it does is bring up the new dynamic app grid, which is the same behavior that a single click offers. This is despite the fact that the new Live Rewind feature is hardware-bound to the Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4. Owners of previous models are simply out of luck in both senses, losing a useful function while also missing out on the new feature that usurps it.
It also throws up another problem for new Series 12 and Ultra 4 owners: What if people don't want to go near the Live Rewind feature and its privacy implications? Apple could have made the double-click action work to switch between apps as it does in watchOS 26, while also providing an option to assign the action to Live Rewind if that's preferred.
Apple currently doesn't provide options to resolve the situation for either group of users, so all we can do is provide feedback to Apple and hope the company hears enough demand for it to change course in watchOS 27.1 or a later update.
Pre-orders for the Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 are available now ahead of a Friday, September 18 launch.Related Roundups: Apple Watch 12, Apple Watch Ultra 4, watchOS 26, watchOS 27Buyer's Guide: Apple Watch (Buy Now), Apple Watch Ultra (Buy Now)Related Forum: Apple WatchThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
Retention Messaging for App Store Connect (not API) Hello, is there any information on the Retention Messaging in App Store Connect? I don't mean the API you have to apply for. Does anyone know whether Apple plans to ship this feature any time soon? Somewhere I saw this fall 2026 but it was probably a post about the API instead. Or do I […]
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