Apple Intelligence is coming at WWDC. Just don’t call it AI Macworld
Once again, the clock on the wall is telling the Macalope it’s June, and that means WWDC is almost here again!
You know, the Macalope really needs to take that clock in. It’s just a regular analog clock, it should not be whispering event dates, secrets and veiled threats to the Macalope. He thinks it might be possessed.
To be honest, expectations for WWDC this year seem pretty low. Jason Snell just wants Apple to get real and show some practical features for users, AI-based or not. Filipe Esposito doesn’t think Apple’s going to announce any new hardware. Of course, developers will probably walk away with some neat new tools that help them make apps, but what about the rest of us?
If WWDC often isn’t the place for Apple to announce new products, it is the place for it to announce new platforms and services developers can take advantage of. This could put the spotlight on Apple’s expected push in home automation. But while Tim Cook may insist great progress is being made on enhanced Siri, it’s not expected to arrive until later this year, which put a host of products in limbo.
Which, come to think of it, is where the Macalope bought that clock.
Oh, it’s possessed, alright.
The company’s long-rumored “HomePad” home command-center device has been sitting around reading magazines for months, just waiting for its chance to take the stage. Apple could pull a Vision Pro with this device by unveiling it and whatever affordances it offers developers, then shipping it later in the year once it’s able to get conversational Siri to be able to have something one could vaguely call a conversation. If you have a teenager in the house, you know what the Macalope means: grunt a couple of things in acknowledgement, grudgingly turn the lights on, or looking something up before stomping off to their room and slamming the door. That kind of conversational level.
But at the risk of sounding like a broken record, Apple should be careful with the AI word. As the Macalope said last week, Apple would be well served to smell the zeitgeist (it smells like flop sweat and gasoline!) and not shove “AI” into every other sentence as Google did at I/O. In the last seven days, public opinion of AI has not appeared to have gotten any better.
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Doctors are reportedly booing it and now it’s even making developers mad. On Monday, Microsoft switched Github Copilot billing from a flat fee per month to token-based billing, causing fees to jump drastically.
But the Macalope’s favorite is this:
“Hackers Simply Asked Meta AI to Give Them Access to High-Profile Instagram Accounts. It Worked”
Yes, after blithely turning support for Facebook and Instagram over to its AI back in March, a number of accounts have been hijacked out from under their users.
Hackers say that they used Meta’s AI support chatbot to break into a host of high-profile Instagram profiles by asking the support bot to change the email address associated with the target account.
The cherry on top of this turd sundae?
Users who have had their accounts stolen say that there is no way to escalate their problem to a human.
An entire culinary school of chefs kissing. (Presumably kissing the tips of their fingers, not each other, but the Macalope doesn’t judge.)
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Who is WWDC for? Well, first and foremost it should be for developers. It’s right in the name, even when you squeeze the two Ws together like Apple does. Second, it should be for customers, those of us who use the platforms and features Apple announces at WWDC. While developers want AI to help them do their jobs, customers do not really care for it. That can make messaging at a developers conference tricky.
Added to that combination, there’s a third group that apparently wants to hear AI all the time: investors. Apple should absolutely not try to appease this group when crafting its WWDC message. First of all, they’re an over-indulged group to begin with. But second, their interests seem oddly counter to what Apple’s customers actually want.
The Macalope doesn’t expect any college graduation-style booing at WWDC, but if the message leans too far in promoting AI technology rather than promoting what practical features Apple is delivering, the booing might come after.
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MacBook Neo is so popular, Dell is baiting PC shoppers again Macworld
The MacBook Neo shook up the budget laptop market with its combination of performance, design quality, and price, and it’s “captivating customers all around the world,” according to Apple CEO Tim Cook. Windows PC makers, who sat around putting out crap for too long, are scrambling to do something while Apple takes away their sales.
The latest company to respond to the MacBook Neo is Dell, which this week announced the XPS 13 laptop. Priced at $599 for students ($699 regular price), the XPS 13 looks like a quality laptop. It has an aluminum case (to the disappointment of hardcore PC fanboys), and a couple of nice features that Dell is happy to point out aren’t on the Neo: a backlit keyboard and an OLED display with a variable refresh rate.
The funny thing about Dell’s announcement is that it is basically admitting that Apple forced them to do better with their budget laptops. “Apple’s MacBook Neo is a capable machine, and its arrival confirms that there’s real appetite for premium quality at accessible prices,” Dell states in its press release. In other words, Dell wasn’t going to offer premium quality at an affordable price until Apple forced them to do so. Because it didn’t think people wanted them, I guess?
“Where Dell differs is what we think premium [emphasis Dell’s] means at this price point and what we were willing to build to deliver it.” Which is basically saying that before the MacBook Neo came along, Dell had a different idea of what premium meant at this price point. That idea changed, thanks to Apple.
The $599 XPS 13 uses the new Intel Core Series 3 Wildcat Lake processor, and according to benchmarks spotted by TweakTown, it has a multi-core advantage of about 22 percent over the A18 Pro in the MacBook Neo while the two chips have roughly the same single-core scores. That means that you could notice a difference when using apps that take advantage of multi-core processing, such as video or audio editors. But when using the apps you use most frequently—word processors, spreadsheets, browsers, email clients, etc.—there won’t be a noticeable difference.
At least not when it comes to processing power. Memory is another story. The XPS 13 starts at 8GB of RAM, the same as the Neo. You might remember that PC fanboys immediately attacked the Neo for having such a small amount of RAM when most Windows laptops have 16GB or 32GB.
What those arguments fail to consider is that macOS is heavily optimized for small amounts of RAM. I was able to make basic edits to a 4K video in Adobe Premiere without a problem on a MacBook Neo. But with Windows, 8GB of RAM is, according to Microsoft, “adequate for basic use,” while 16GB of RAM is the recommended baseline memory.
Which leads to the question, after weeks of criticism, why is 8GB of RAM suddenly OK for a Windows laptop? Will the 8GB of RAM negate the purported multi-core performance gains of the Intel Core Series 3? Since the XPS 13 isn’t shipping yet, we don’t know, but I’m betting it will have a negative effect, if not out of the box, then after a few months of use.
Oh, one more thing. The $599 student pricing for the XPS 13 is only available until November 20. After that, it’s $699, whether you’re a student or not. Apple’s student price doesn’t have an expiration date, so it’s either $499 for 256GB of storage or $599 with Touch ID and a 512GB SSD now and after November 20. That’s nice if, say, you don’t need a new laptop right now or want to wait for the second-gen model, which is almost certain to have an A19 Pro processor with 12GB of RAM.
Ultimately, Dell and all the other PC makers can step up their game (finally) and make better hardware, but in the end, they still run Windows. Windows’ ads and bloatware will look particularly nice on the XPS 13’s OLED display. Also, that multi-core performance advantage of the Core Series 3 will surely be hindered by Windows 11’s Copilot, which Microsoft itself admits is so bloated that it hinders performance.
So students, the choice is clear: Spend $599 on a MacBook Neo with an optimized operating system built to run on 8GB of RAM, or buy an 8GB laptop running an OS built for 16GB of RAM before the offer expires on November 20.
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iPhone 18 Pro Battery Capacities Allegedly Leaked Battery capacities for Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro have allegedly surfaced, and the numbers suggest only a modest increase over the iPhone 17 Pro.
According to prolific Weibo-based leaker Digital Chat Station, Apple is testing the iPhone 18 Pro with different battery capacities for the China and U.S. versions of the device, similar to last year's iPhone 17 Pro models. The Chinese model is said to have a roughly 4,056 mAh battery, while the U.S. model is said to have a roughly 4,288 mAh battery.
Apple removed the tray from U.S. iPhones starting with the iPhone 14 lineup, whereas iPhones sold in China have continued to include one (the iPhone Air is an exception – it is eSIM-only worldwide, including in China). Without the tray, Apple can pack a slightly larger battery into the available internal space, hence the difference in capacity.
Model
iPhone 17 Pro
iPhone 18 Pro Leak
Difference
China / Physical SIM
3,988 mAh
4,056 mAh
+68 mAh, +1.7%
US / eSIM-only
4,252 mAh
4,288 mAh
+36 mAh, +0.8%
If the figures are accurate, the iPhone 18 Pro's battery capacity increase would be fairly small year-over-year. The China model would gain around 68 mAh compared to the iPhone 17 Pro with a SIM card tray, while the U.S. eSIM-only model would gain around 36 mAh compared to the equivalent iPhone 17 Pro.
Digital Chat Station claimed in February that the iPhone 18 Pro Max battery capacity will move into the "5,000 mAh" range. The leaker suggested around 5,000 mAh for the China version of the iPhone 18 Pro Max, and around 5,100 mAh to 5,200 mAh for international versions.
It's not clear whether these iPhone 18 Pro figures come from a regulatory database or are based on supply chain information regarding device samples, so the numbers should be considered unconfirmed for now.
It's also worth noting that modest gains aren't necessarily indicative of a modest battery life improvement – the iPhone 18 Pro models are also expected to benefit from the new A20 Pro chip, which will use TSMC's cutting-edge 2nm process and should subsequently be more power-efficient. The devices are also likely to get Apple's C2 modem, which could also bring a battery boost.
11 Reasons to Wait for the iPhone 18 Pro
The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are expected to launch in September, featuring a smaller Dynamic Island, a simplified Camera Control, and an upgraded main camera with a variable aperture.Related Roundup: iPhone 18 ProTag: Digital Chat StationThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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X-VPN Completed No-Logs Audit—Why It Matters for All Users Macworld
June 2, 2026
X-VPN completed an independent no-logs audit conducted by one of the Big Four auditing firms under ISAE 3000 (Revised). Completed on February 28, 2026, the audit examined statements in X-VPN’s Privacy Policy related to user data processing and the corresponding practices behind them.
Based on the audit result, X-VPN does not track, collect, or store data that could identify users or link them to their online activities. For all users, that matters because privacy claims carry more weight when they are backed by independent audits. In a category built on trust, the audit gives users added confidence that X-VPN’s no-logs commitments are supported by reviewed policies and practices, not just product messaging.
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Why No-Logs Claims Matter To VPN Users
For VPN users, a no-logs policy is not a minor product claim, it is one of the clearest signals of whether a service can be trusted with online activity. People use VPNs to reduce exposure, protect their browsing, and keep sensitive activity from being recorded or linked back to them. That is why an independent no-logs audit matters: it gives users stronger assurance that these privacy commitments are backed by reviewed policies and operational practices, rather than left as statements on a website alone.
Just as importantly, an audit helps turn a broad privacy promise into something more concrete. Instead of asking users to take no-logs claims at face value, it provides outside scrutiny of whether the provider’s systems and processes are aligned with what its privacy policy says. For users, that means more confidence that their activity is not being tracked, collected, or retained in ways that could later be tied back to them.
What X-VPN Does Not Collect
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The audit verifies that X-VPN does not collect, store, or track data that could identify users or link them to their online activities. That includes user IP addresses, destination IP addresses, websites visited, browsing history, VPN server information, DNS queries, downloaded content, VPN connection timestamps, and sensitive payment details. X-VPN also offers a free version, and the free service follows the same strict no-log policy as paid plans. In other words, those same categories of activity data are not collected on the free version either.
For users, that matters because these are the kinds of data points that can reveal where traffic came from, where it went, what was accessed, and when activity took place. When a VPN does not retain that information, there is far less risk of browsing activity being reconstructed, exposed, or tied back to an individual account or session. In practical terms, that is what gives a no-logs commitment real privacy value.
What X-VPN Does Collect
The audit also verifies that X-VPN processes only the minimum user information needed to provide the service. This includes an email address (you can use a fake or disposable email address), an encrypted password, an order ID, which is the basic billing detail, and historical order records. In addition, X-VPN collects aggregated, non-identifiable operational data such as CPU usage, memory consumption, and service availability to help maintain performance and reliability.
That distinction matters. A strong privacy approach is not about claiming that nothing is ever processed at all, but about limiting data handling to what is necessary for account access, billing, and service operations. For users, that means the focus stays on essential service data rather than activity-based data that could reveal who they are and what they do online.
What the Audit Covered
The audit covered five core areas tied to X-VPN’s privacy and governance framework.
First, it verified that X-VPN does not store or record sensitive user activity data. Second, X-VPN processes only the minimum user information required to provide the service. Third, it covered security and compliance across VPN servers, core databases, and code throughout key stages of deployment, operation, and maintenance. Fourth, it reviewed X-VPN’s Privacy Policy and its execution management remains aligned in practice. Fifth, it included compliance around the DPO Group and related oversight mechanisms.
Taken together, the scope shows that this was not limited to a single privacy statement in isolation. It connected X-VPN’s no-logs commitments with the operational, technical, and governance measures that support them.
X-VPN’s Ongoing Commitment to Transparency and Security
X-VPN views this audit not as a one-time milestone, but as part of a broader commitment to long-term transparency, ongoing review, and continued improvement. The company plans to continue advancing compliance and security governance on a reasonable cycle, with further audits and related updates released over time as progress is made.
That broader approach also reflects a longer-term effort to respond to the security gaps and information blind spots that users care about most. Rather than treating those concerns as one-off questions, X-VPN is placing them on an ongoing governance roadmap and addressing them through actions and updates that users can continue to follow.
This commitment is also visible in X-VPN’s continued work on privacy and security features. Alongside regular updates to its Transparency Report, the company continues to strengthen its privacy offering with newer security-focused capabilities such as post-quantum encryption and features like Tor over VPN. In that context, the audit is not the end of the story, but part of a larger effort to keep improving how privacy commitments are implemented, maintained, and communicated to users.
How Users Can View the Audit Report
Users can view the audit report by logging into their X-VPN account. Making the report available through the account helps give users a direct way to review the result for themselves, rather than relying only on summary messaging or product-page claims.
That access also supports the broader goal of transparency. For users, it means the audit is not just a headline announcement, but a documented result they can check directly as part of evaluating X-VPN’s privacy commitments.
Conclusion
X-VPN’s no-logs audit marks an important step in strengthening transparency around how user data is handled. For users, that matters because trust is at the core of any VPN service. In that sense, this audit is both a meaningful result in itself and part of X-VPN’s broader effort to keep improving privacy, security, and accountability over time.
X-VPN’s plans and features can be explored here.
About X-VPN
X-VPN is a global privacy and security service operated by LIGHTNINGLINK NETWORKS PTE. LTD., based in Singapore. With over 10,000 servers across 80 countries, X-VPN provides encrypted internet access using AES‑256 encryption, supporting users in protecting data, and maintaining anonymity online. The company enforces a strict no-logs policy, ensuring that no identifiable data is ever stored or shared.
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iPhone 18 Pro may skip a major battery upgrade yet again A new leak suggests the iPhone 18 Pro could stick with battery sizes similar to its predecessor, with Apple once again skipping silicon-carbon battery tech.
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Pluribus wins Breakthrough Drama Series at the Gotham Television Awards Apple TV has added another award to Pluribus’ growing list of wins, with the series taking home a Gotham Television Award tonight. Here are the details.
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Apple facing congressional pressure over closure of first unionized US store Dozens of members of Congress are urging Apple to reconsider its plan to close the Towson Town Center store in Maryland, accusing the company of retaliating against workers at the first Apple Store in the US to unionize. Here are the details.
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Counterpoint: iPhone shipments grew 8% in Latin America during Q1 A new Counterpoint Research report shows Apple saw iPhone shipments grow 8% year over year in Latin America during Q1 2026. Here are the details.
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A free tier for Apple Music might be closer than you think Apple Music has always been for paid subscribers only, but code in the Apple Music for Android beta suggests that stance could change soon.
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40 members of Congress take Towson union's side in letter to Apple's CEO Congress is increasing its pressure with stronger language in a letter from more members that claims Apple Towson is a "high-performing" store with 100 technologically skilled workers.Apple Towson is closing. Image source: AppleCongress doesn't think Apple should close the Apple Towson store, which also happens to be its first unionized retail store. Nine members said so before, but an additional 39 new members and one returning member have said so again.The letter states outright that the store closure is likely a violation of Section 7 of the National Labor Relations Act. The union representing the store, the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) Union, filed an unfair labor practice charge against Apple in April. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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iOS 27: What We Know About the New Siri App iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27 will include a standalone Siri app for the first time, providing a dedicated space for interfacing with Siri.
Siri Chatbot
Apple needs a Siri app because Siri is turning into a chatbot. Siri will work like ChatGPT or Claude, able to pull information from the web to provide answers to questions.
Siri will be integrated into iOS, iPadOS, and macOS at the system level, and can draw on device information. It will know more personal context than before, and will be able to access emails, texts, photos, calendar information, contacts, notes, and other personal data. Some of what Siri will be able to do:
Search the web for information
Generate images
Generate content
Summarize information
Analyze uploaded files
Use personal data to complete tasks
Write emails, notes, and texts
Control device features and settings
Search for on-device content, pulling information from emails, messages, files, and more
Siri will be integrated into Apple apps like Mail, Messages, Photos, and Apple TV.
Siri App Design
The standalone Siri app will look similar to the ChatGPT, Claude, or Gemini apps. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman shared a mockup of what the Siri app will look like.
Image via Bloomberg
Siri will support text or voice-based conversations. The app will open with an "Ask Siri" bar where users can type in a question. A paperclip icon will be available for attaching images, PDFs, and other documents. Apple will provide prompts with suggestions on what users can ask.
Questions will resemble iMessage chat bubbles, with Apple adopting a design that is familiar to users. Responses will include links, images, and other information.
Image via Bloomberg.
A section of the app will be dedicated to past conversations that can be shown in a card-style interface with conversation summaries, or a list view. Users will be able to tap into a conversation to continue it.
Dark Interface
Apple's Siri interface both inside and outside of the dedicated Siri app will adopt dark colors. Apple's WWDC website hints at the colors it plans to use for Siri.
The website features the Swift bird logo in white on a black background, with subtle highlights in pink, dark blue, purple, and orange. The colors are reminiscent of the current Siri animation that surrounds the iPhone's display when Siri is activated, but the shades are softer and not as saturated.
WWDC 2026
The updated version of Siri will be unveiled at WWDC 2026, which is set to begin on Monday, June 8 at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time.Related Roundup: iOS 27Tag: SiriThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
#WWDC26 hashmoji now live on X ahead of next week’s keynote As it has done over the past several years, Apple has kicked off its hashmoji campaign on X for posts containing the #WWDC26 hashtag.
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WWDC 2026 guests can attend special screening of the latest 'Star Wars' movie Those lucky enough to attend WWDC in person will now have the chance to watch 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' at the Steve Jobs Theater.'The Mandalorian and Grogu' will be screened at WWDC 2026. Image Credit: Lucasfilm.While iOS 27 and a revamped Siri will be the highlight of Apple's annual developer conference, it looks like the Apple Vision Pro will get some praise during the event as well.Jon Favreau, director of The Mandalorian and Grogu, spoke in April 2026 about using the Apple headset to better frame IMAX shots while also cutting costs. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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WhatsApp working to bring Liquid Glass to its Mac app After rolling out its Liquid Glass redesign more broadly to iOS users last month, Meta is now moving to take the revamped look to its Mac app. Here are the details.
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Meta AI Support Bot Helped Hackers Hijack Instagram Accounts Meta's AI support assistant has been helping hackers get access to high-profile Instagram accounts, according to reports on social media. With no verification check, Meta AI would change the email address associated with an Instagram account, allowing the password to be updated.
Meta introduced its AI support assistant back in December with the aim of making it easier for customers to access 24/7 account support. It can be used for reporting scams, getting information on content removal, and resetting passwords. The latter option is what bad actors were able to exploit.
The Instagram vulnerability showed up on social media over the weekend, with demonstrations of the simple steps taken to get access to an account. In one demo, a hacker asks Meta's support bot to change the email address linked to a target Instagram account, and the AI does it without question.
Meta's support did not do robust identity verification, and in some cases, it appears it bypassed two-factor authentication. All that was required was a VPN connection set to a location near the target account, which is trivial. Meta appeared to be verifying account ownership based on location. "Our systems recognize the device you usually use and familiar locations better than ever," reads Meta's blog post on its AI support agent. In some cases, users were asked to verify their identity with a selfie, which was bypassed using AI.
For a short period of time, the exploit was available to the public, and account takeovers ramped up. One security researcher said Telegram channels that offer black market Instagram services "made lots of $$$" with Meta's AI. 404 Media said hackers have been aware of the exploit since March.
Meta patched the issue over the weekend, and today, Meta's VP of communications Andy Stone said the issue has been fixed. Meta is now "securing impacted accounts."
Information about the Instagram attack vector comes after hackers were able to take over accounts for Sephora, the Chief Master Sergeant of the Space Force, researcher Jane Manchun Wong, developer Albert Renshaw who owned @albert, and the archived Barack Obama White House account. Multiple other users with desirable Instagram handles reported having their accounts taken.
Some users who have had their accounts stolen over the weekend were not able to use the AI to get their accounts back, and there was no option to speak with a human for help.Tags: Instagram, MetaThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
iOS 26.5.1 update fixes charging problem with Phone 17 and iPhone Air The latest iOS 26.5.1 update fixes a charging problem users with iPhone 17 and iPhone Air handsets face when batteries get low.
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Singapore court denies xAI’s requests for documents in lawsuit against Apple and OpenAI Singapore has rejected xAI’s requests for documents from local companies as part of Elon Musk’s lawsuit against Apple and OpenAI. Here are the details.
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Apple Invites WWDC 2026 Attendees to 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' Screening at Apple Park Developers that have been invited to watch the WWDC 2026 keynote at Apple Park are also able to attend a special screening of The Mandalorian and Grogu.
The screening will take place at 8:00 p.m. Pacific Time on Tuesday, June 9 at the Steve Jobs Theater. Apple says that a "special guest" will be in attendance, with the doors set to open at 7:00 p.m. There is no word on the special guest, but the movie stars Pedro Pascal as the Mandalorian and Jon Favreau directed. Favreau reportedly used the Apple Vision Pro headset to preview the IMAX version of the film while working on it, which explains why Apple is planning to screen the movie.
Apple says that theater capacity is limited, and developers can RSVP to attend on Thursday, June 4 on a first-come, first-served basis on the event site.
Developers were able to enter a lottery to attend an in-person WWDC event in Cupertino, California. Apple picked lottery winners earlier this year. Attendees will also be able to watch the keynote and Platforms State of the Union, plus meet with Apple experts one-on-one and in group labs.
The Mandalorian and Grogu came out in the U.S. on May 22, and it is the latest film in Disney's Star Wars franchise.Related Roundup: WWDC 2026Related Forum: Apple, Inc and Tech IndustryThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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macOS 26 Tahoe Guide: macOS 26.5.1 update now available Macworld
Like its counterparts on the other Apple devices, in September 2025 macOS got a brand new look along with a new name: macOS 26. Because Apple is aligning the names of all the operating systems this year, the new version of macOS is called macOS 26 rather than macOS 16. It also takes the name Tahoe, inspired by the lake, beaches, and the ski resorts of that area of California.
Along with a big redesign, macOS 26 brings new Continuity features to bring your iPad, iPhone, and Mac even closer together, a brand new Phone app, and more. Spotlight also gets its biggest ever update with the ability to action things like sending emails directly from Spotlight.
Those with compatible Macs have been able to install macOS Tahoe since it was released on September 15, 2025. If you haven’t yet, read on to find out how to do so, whether you can, and whether you should.
macOS Tahoe might have launched, but Apple is continuing development with new features being added every couple of months–the latest update being macOS 26.5.1. You can get a first look at the new upcoming features via Apple’s developer and public betas, which are available to download if you join the beta program (we explain how to do so below).
You will find all the things you need to know about macOS Tahoe and all its new features below, including which Macs are compatible with macOS 26 and the new features you can expect, including what’s been added since the September launch, and what’s coming in the next update. Stay tuned to this superguide for everything you need to know about macOS 26 Tahoe.
macOS 26 Tahoe: Summary
The new version of macOS, called macOS 26 Tahoe, was released on September 15 2025.
The latest version–macOS 26.5.1–arrived on June 1, 2026.
macOS 26 Tahoe is still being developed and you can access new features before they are launched via the Developer and Public Betas.
Tahoe runs on Macs released since 2019. macOS 26 Tahoe runs on all M-series Macs, but it runs on a small number of Intel-powered models. Apple has confirmed that macOS Tahoe will be the last macOS version to support Intel-powered Macs; from macOS 27 Intel Macs will not be supported.
With its new Liquid Glass interface, macOS 26 has its biggest design change since 2013.
New features in macOS Tahoe include more options for personalization, improvements to Spotlight and Shortcuts app, and the introduction of a Phone app on the Mac and all the associated features.
What is the latest version of macOS 26 Tahoe?
Latest version of macOS is macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, which arrived on June 1, 2026
Apple released the first version of macOS 26 Tahoe on September 15, 2025. The release coincided with the iOS 26 update. Since then the following updates to Tahoe have been issued by Apple:
macOS 26 – September 15, 2025
macOS 26.0.1 – September 29, 2025 (bug fixes)
macOS 26.1 – November 3, 2025
macOS 26.2 – December 12, 2025
macOS 26.3 – February 11, 2026
macOS 25.3.1 – March 4, 2026
macOS 26.4 – March 24, 2026
macOS 26.4.1 – April 9, 2026
macOS 26.5 – May 11, 2026
macOS 26.5.1 – June 1, 2026
Wondering whether to install macOS Tahoe? Read: macOS Tahoe vs macOS Sequoia: What’s different, what’s new, and should you update?
What’s coming in the next version of macOS?
macOS 26.6 – release date tbc
macOS Tahoe 26.5 has now been released so Apple will start work on the next beta of macOS 26. Version 6.
On June 8, Apple will hold its WWDC event at which the company will reveal news about what’s coming in macOS 27 later in 2026. The macOS 26.6 update is unlikely to arrive before the WWDC Keynote.
With Apple already working on the next update to macOS, we are less likely to see new features for macOS 26. Future updates to macOS 26 are more likely to relate to bug fixes and security updates, unless Apple needs to release new features for compatibility with upcoming new products.
Apple runs a developer beta as well as a public beta so that upcoming new features can be tested. Both betas are free, though the developer beta requires a free registration as a developer. Apple issues updates to the betas fairly regularly. The public beta updates tend to come a day or two after the updated developer beta. If you are interested in trying out the beta, you can join Apple’s beta program. For help installing the macOS beta, see our guide to installing the macOS beta.
New features that have arrived in macOS 26 Tahoe since launch
Development continues even after the official macOS update is released, as Apple seeks to introduce new features that missed the initial introduction date.
Below you can see all the new macOS features that have arrived with each iteration of macOS 26 since it’s initial launch in September 2025.
New features in macOS 26.5.1
The macOS 26.5.1 update contains a bug fix. According to the release notes, “This update addresses an issue for enterprise users where Macs with an M5 chip could unexpectedly shut down when using certain content filtering network extensions.” No new features are included in the update.
New features in macOS 26.5
With macOS 26.5, Apple added a new option for desktop Mac owners who think it’s too difficult to reach their Mac’s power button.
A new option labeled “Start up when power is connected” now appears in the Energy section of System Settings for the Mac mini, iMac, and Mac Studio. An Apple support document explains that “Your Mac will now automatically turn on whenever you connect it to power, such as when plugging it into a power outlet or restoring power using an external power switch.” This should be helpful for those who find the on switch awkward to reach on the Mac mini.
Apple also included several features that are also in iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5:
Maps now has Suggested Places and ads
Power control setting in Energy for Mac mini, Mac Studio, and iMac enables you to power off or restart your Mac using assistive accessories like switches
RCS end-to-en encryption
Bug fixes and security enhancement
New features in macOS 26.4.1
macOS 26.4 is specific to the M5 MacBook Air and the M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pros released in March 2026.
It fixes an issue that can occur when using content filter extensions and connecting to a Wi-Fi network on those machines.
New features in macOS 26.4
Battery management feature: A manual battery charge limit for MacBooks. This is a feature previously exclusive to iPhones that allows users to cap their battery charge at 80 percent, 100 percent, or any five-percent increment in between to reduce long-term wear and tear.
Terminal warning: A new Terminal paste warning alerts users who paste in suspicious commands that scammers encourage pasting text into Terminal.
Apple Music “Playlist Playground”: A new feature that uses Apple Intelligence to generate or edit playlists based on text prompts or a selection of songs.
Writing Tools and Summaries: Continued integration of system-wide AI tools for proofreading and summarizing text.
Apple Podcasts update: A new video podcast experience that utilizes HTTP Live Streaming (HLS) to allow users to switch seamlessly between watching and listening to shows.
Apple Music update: The interface for albums and playlists has been updated so that the background color dynamically matches the album artwork.
Freeform: The whiteboarding app has received a “Creator Studio” update, which includes new features and a refreshed app icon.
Advanced Fingerprinting Protection: macOS 26.4 includes critical security patches and expands on privacy features like Advanced Fingerprinting Protection.
Stolen Device Protection: This a feature, first seen on iPhone, is expected to be enabled by default starting with this release.
Eight new emoji: Ballet Dancer, Distorted Face, Fight Cloud, Hairy Creature (Bigfoot), Landslide, Orca, Treasure Chest, and Trombone
Rosetta 2 warnings: Support for the transition layer for Intel-based apps will end with macOS 27.
New features in macOS 26.3.1
External Display Support: macOS 26.3.1 adds support for the 2026 models of the Studio Display and Studio Display XDR.
If you’re planning on investing in a Studio Display, you’ll need to install this update, according to the release notes. It also includes security patches and bug fixes.
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New features in macOS 26.3
This update continues the refinement of the major features introduced with the initial launch of macOS 26 Tahoe. In iOS 26.3 there were a number of EU-mandated changes. It is also optimized for the M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, which are due to launch. Read our iOS 26 guide for more information.
New features in macOS 26.2
macOS Tahoe 26.2, released in late 2025, introduced several specialized updates focusing on video conferencing enhancements, AI development tools, and hardware-specific performance boosts. While it was not considered a massive overhaul, it brought a few “genius” utility features that improved the daily user experience, particularly for those working in remote or low-light environments.
Edge Light: The most prominent consumer-facing feature in macOS 26.2 is Edge Light, a virtual ring light designed to improve webcam image quality. It places a bright white border around the display to mimic a selfie ring light, significantly improving visibility in dark rooms. It uses the Neural Engine to detect the user’s face for appropriate light adjustment and can even detect the cursor to hide the light when it might interfere with navigation. Users can adjust the intensity of the light and choose between warmer or cooler color temperatures. It requires an M-series Mac, but on M4 Macs and later, the feature can be set to enable automatically when low light is detected .
AI and Developer Enhancements: For developers and power users, macOS 26.2 introduced significant updates to machine learning frameworks and hardware clustering. Developers using the open-source MLX framework can now leverage the Neural Accelerator in the M5 chip. The update enhanced the ability to create AI clusters using the Mac Studio’s Thunderbolt 5 connectivity.
Security Updates: Critical patches for vulnerabilities, aligning with security fixes found in iPadOS 26.2.
Interface Polish: Continued refinement of the “Liquid Glass” UI, which introduced more translucency and visionOS-style effects across the system.
Performance: General “under-the-hood” changes to improve system stability and responsiveness .
New features in macOS 26.1
The macOS 26.1 update includes fixes for problems with games controllers and some other issues. There are a lot more changes coming to iPhones with iOS 26.1.
New features in macOS 26.1 include:
Liquid Glass: Ability to tone down Liquid Glass effect. Choose between clear and tinted look for increased opacity.
AutoMix support for Apple Music over AirPlay.
FaceTime audio improvements over low-bandwidth.
Regional Communication Safety and Web content filters for adult websites.
Icons: Changes to the Macintosh HD icon.
New TV app icon with Apple TV+ rebranded to Apple TV.
A new Results from Clipboard setting for Spotlight, where the user can turn on/off Spotlight’s ability to search and display clipboard items. Users can also set an expiration time for the clipboard and clear the Clipboard history. (Settings > Spotlight > Results from Clipboard.)
macOS Tahoe 26.1 has a new Spotlight setting for Clipboard management.Foundry
macOS 26 Tahoe problems & fixes
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Some M3 Ultra Mac Studio users have reported that they are unable to install macOS Tahoe. It seems the problematic Mac Studios already had Sequoia 15.7 installed, and during the attempted installation, Tahoe would look for a driver, and when it failed to find it, it resulted in a failed installation.
The macOS 26.0.1 update addresses the initial bugs, including the Mac Studio installation bug.
macOS 26 Tahoe supported devices: Which Macs get macOS Tahoe
Requires M-series chip or Intel-based Mac computers with a T2 Security Chip
Apple Intelligence features require M1 or later
No Intel support from macOS 27 onwards
When Apple updates the operating system for its devices, it sometimes means that certain models are no longer supported. The good news is that Macs that ran macOS Sonoma will be able to run the new macOS. Apple states that the base requirement includes Macs with M-series chips and Intel-based Mac computers with a T2 security chip.
Here are Macs with Apple Silicon that will be able to run macOS Tahoe:
MacBook Air (M1/2020 and later)
MacBook Pro (M1/2020 and later)
iMac (M1/2021 and later)
Mac mini (M1/2020 and later)
Mac Studio (M1/2022 and later)
Mac Pro (M2/2023 and later)
There are four Intel-powered Macs able to run macOS Tahoe. These models won’t support Apple Intelligence features:
MacBook Pro (16‑inch, Intel/2019)
MacBook Pro (13‑inch, Intel/2020, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports)
iMac (Intel/mid 2020)
Mac Pro (Intel/2019)
Apple confirmed that this is the last version of macOS that will run on Intel Macs.
What were the biggest changes in macOS 26 Tahoe
macOS 26 Tahoe represents one of the most significant overhauls to Apple’s desktop operating system in over a decade. The update is characterized by a dramatic visual redesign, the introduction of core mobile apps to the Mac, and a complete rethinking of system-wide tools like Spotlight.
We’ll run through each new feature in detail below, including the Liquid Glass redesign, Spotlight overhaul, new apps, new iPhone features that are coming to the Mac and more…
macOS 26 Tahoe design: Liquid Glass and other interface changes
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At WWDC in June, Apple showed off some enticing new features for macOS that will be coming later in 2025. A number of new features and interface enhancements were promised, but one of the biggest changes is coming to all of Apple’s products: a new design based on a graphical user interface that Apple is calling Liquid Glass.
Apple showed off the brand new look for macOS in the WWDC keynote. As with Apple’s other operating systems, macOS Tahoe uses Apple’s new Liquid Glass effect to create reflective, glossy elements around the interface. The Liquid Glass elements will change color to reflect the content beneath as you scroll and will dynamically react. Buttons appear more curved and less flat.
You’ll see the effect in the Dock, sidebars, toolbars, and elsewhere. The menu bar is fully transparent, and you can adjust the transparency of icons in the Dock, for example. If you don’t like the new transparent look or if it affects how well you can see items, there is a way to reduce it, and in some instances, turn it in off altogether. Read: How to reduce transparency in macOS Tahoe.
This is the first time in years that Apple has made significant changes to the visual style of macOS, and it certainly makes the OS appear more modern.
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macOS Tahoe interface changes
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Apple says the design overhaul will elevate the key elements of macOS and enhance the macOS experience. The cleaner design is intended to help the user to focus on their content rather than other distractions, while elements like the translucent menu bar will make the screen feel larger.
Users will be able to choose to add third-party apps to the menu bar and even drag widgets and buttons from the Control Centre into the menu bar, thanks to a customizable layout, similar to iOS 18. Users will also be able to add controls for their favorite apps to the Control Centre. We have a guide to how to use Control Centre in macOS Tahoe where you can read about how to add controls, remove the ones you don’t want, and arrange them in a way that makes sense for you.
Apple is taking advantage of the Liquid Glass introduction to bring some new icon designs to the Mac as well to help give macOS a fresh look. Some of the icons look drastically different, for others the changes are more subtle. The ‘hard drive’ icon will now be replaced with one that looks more like an SSD, for example.
The new icons tend to take the form of ‘squircles’. The changes may make some third party icons less recognisable. Take a look at: 21 of the new macOS Tahoe icons with new designs for the Finder, Automator, Calendar and Contacts icons among others. You can change the icons if you want, read: How to change the icon of a macOS storage device.
The new Finder icon.Apple
macOS will also gain a feature that arrived on the iPhone and iPad with iOS 18: tinted and dark app icons.
Users will be able to personalize their Mac in other ways, too, such as changing the color of folders and adding emoji or symbols to help them identify folders. Users can also pick personalised wallpapers and choose theme colors. If you want to change your folder color read: How to change folder color and add icons in Tahoe.
New dynamic screensavers will be included. One, based on the default macOS Tahoe wallpaper, depicts the landscapes of South Lake Tahoe in a stylized artistic manner, is available in both light and dark versions. See how it looks in Tahoe’s gorgeous new screen saver.
There are up to 15 other new screensavers with images of Tahoe at various time of the day, Himalayas, Goa, The Ganges and more.
macOS Tahoe Spotlight overhaul
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Spotlight has always been much more than a search tool built into macOS, helping users find anything on their Macs, make calculations and conversions, and more. In macOS Tahoe, Spotlight will be able to do even more.
Spotlight’s design and functionality have been completely rethought for macOS 26, with changes that will help Mac users get things done faster.
Rather than being a single bar, on the right-hand side of the new Spotlight search box, you will find icons for things like apps, files, Shortcuts, Actions, and clipboard. Select one of these buttons, and Spotlight’s box expands to house relevant items in an easy-to-browse view. When you search for something, you’ll see relevant filters under your search terms – click one to quickly apply it.
Not only will Spotlight be the easiest way to find anything on your Mac, but in macOS 26, Spotlight will be contextually aware so it can make suggestions based on what you are doing. Search results will be listed based on their relevance to you, and it will be possible to use new filtering options for more specific search results.
Spotlight will also have the ability to perform actions that normally require you to be inside an app. For example, you will be able to create a calendar event, begin an audio recording, or play a podcast from within Spotlight. It will even let you fill out parameters for actions, such as typing out an email message and filling in the recipient and subject. You can essentially compose an email from inside Spotlight, without opening your email app.
This will be simplified further with Quick Keys, with which you will be able to type a short string of letters to launch an action, such as typing “sm” to start sending a message to a friend. An App Intents API will make it possible for third-party developers to add Spotlight shortcuts for their applications.
One of the most exciting new arrivals in Spotlight is Clipboard History, something we have wanted for years. Instead of being limited to pasting the last copied item, you will be able to view previous text and photos you’ve copied and re-insert them as needed. Why did it take Apple so long to offer this?
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Tied to the new Spotlight is the new Apps app, which replaces Launchpad, which has been a feature of Macs for more than a decade and provides users with a Home page like view of all their apps. Instead Spotlight will be the means of finding apps. This will take some adjustment, especially if you were a Launchpad user. Learn more about Apps replacing Launchpad, and if you want to get Launchpad back we have a tutorial to show you how.
macOS 26 Tahoe: New and updated apps
There are also lots of updates coming to Apple apps that are included with iPads, iPhones, and Macs. Many of the changes are shared across all the new apps, but there are a number of Mac-specific updates coming.
Phone app
A Phone app on the Mac is the latest Continuity feature to come to macOS. Continuity is Apple’s name for the features that work seamlessly between Macs, iPad and iPhones, these include Handoff (which enables you to start a task on one device and switch to another to finish it), Universal Clipboard (which allows you to copy something on one device and paste it on another), and Universal Control (where you can use one mouse and keyboard to interface with more than one Mac), among other features.
With the new Phone app, users will be able to receive their calls and voicemail on the Mac. The Phone app is getting some new features of its own, including Call Screening, which is designed to help you avoid spam calls, and Hold Assist, which means you will never have to listen to hold music again.
With Call Screening, before a call is put through, an unknown caller will have to share their name and reason for calling, and you will then be provided with that information. With Hold Assist, when you join a queue to wait for a call operator and the hold music starts, you can choose to be called back.
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Live Activities
Another feature that demonstrates the interoperability between the iPhone and Mac is Live Activities.
In iOS 18, you can see a live update on your Lock Screen relating to things like a takeaway order. Live Activities show the process of a food delivery driver, for example. Now, that functionality is coming to the Mac.
It will be powered by the iPhone Mirroring function, and will take the form of an iPhone-style widget that you will see on the screen of your Mac.
Games app
The Games app is another one that is available across all three main operating system updates: iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. As with the iOS Games app, the Games app on the Mac will bring together all the games you have on your Mac (bought from the App Store, Apple Arcade and elsewhere), as well as your friends list, achievements, and leaderboards. Tabs will make it easy to find the games you and your friends are playing.
A new Game Overlay will make it easy to adjust settings for a particular game. You’ll also be able to chat with friends and ask them to play.
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There is also a new Low Power Mode coming, which gamers will be able to turn on to maximise battery life when playing games.
And in related news, Metal 4 is coming, which will enable next-gen features for Mac game developers, such as MetalFX Frame Interpolation and MetalFX De-noising.
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Shortcuts
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The Shortcuts app is getting an overhaul in macOS Tahoe.
Shortcuts is a tool for automating tasks and repetitive actions. For those with more specific needs, there is also Automator on the Mac, but Shortcuts is simple to use and available on iPhone and iPad as well.
In Tahoe, Shortcuts will be able to run workflows based on factors like time of day, or in response to an email from a specific person arriving. This functionality was previously limited to the iPhone and iPad versions.
There are new intelligent actions available that can be used to create Smart Shortcuts. Apple Intelligence and ChatGPT can be used to enhance these Shortcuts. Apple says that “Users will see dedicated actions for features like summarizing text with Writing Tools or creating images with Image Playground.”
Live Translation
One of the most useful new features announced at WWDC is Live Translation. With Live Translation, you can text a friend who speaks a different language and have the translations appear in real time, or get instant translations during a phone call or FaceTime conference. Everyone gets their own translator.
You’ll be able to take advantage of Live Translation in the Phone app, Messages, and FaceTime on your Mac.
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Journal
The Journal app, which arrived on iOS in 2023, is coming to the Mac (and iPad).
Terminal
Terminal is getting a colorful redesign and the Liquid Glass treatment, with support for 24-bit color and the ability to use Powerline fonts.
Reminders
Reminders is getting some help from Apple Intelligence. Reminders will scan a website, note, email or other content, then decide the most relevant action items for you based on its findings. You’ll be able to use Apple Intelligence to automatically categorize your reminders into sections, making them easier to find
There are also changes coming to Safari, Messages, Photos, FaceTime, and Notes.
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Apple just issued critical updates for iPhone 17 and M5 Macs Macworld
With WWDC just a week away, Apple is still working on perfecting iOS 26 and macOS 26. With the beta for 26.6 in testing, Apple has has just released a small point release to target critical bugs in its latest hardware. iOS 26.5.1 fixes a charging bug that impacts only iPhone 17 and iPhone Air, while macOS 26.5.1 addresses a shutdown bug on Macs with M5 processors that primarily impacts enterprise users.
The release notes for iOS 26.5.1 state: “This update addresses an issue for a small number of users that may prevent wired charging on iPhone Air and iPhone 17 models when the battery is nearly drained.” The release notes for macOS 26.5.1 state: “This update addresses an issue for enterprise users where Mac computers with an M5 chip could unexpectedly shut down when using certain content-filtering network extensions.”
If you have a new iPhone or Mac, it’s best to update now, even if you haven’t noticed any issues with these specific bugs. Here’s how:
To update your iPhone to iOS 26.5.1
Open Settings
Tap General
Tap Software Update and follow the on-screen instructions.
To update your Mac to macOS 26.5.1
Open System Settings
Click General in the left-hand column
Click Software Update on the right side, and follow the on-screen instructions.
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The feature will be tied to the peer-to-peer Apple Cash feature in the Wallet app, which lets users easily send money to other people and even make purchases.
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Unexpected M5 Mac shutdowns get a fix in macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, fixing a bug that could cause some M5 Macs using content-filtering network extensions to shut down unexpectedly.MacBook Air with M5 chipThe maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create significant support challenges when they affect large numbers of systems across an organization. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
iOS 27 to add new Wallet app feature for splitting bills: report iOS 27 will be introduced in just one week at WWDC. A new report today reveals another new feature set to come as part of the update: the ability for iPhone users to split bills in Apple Wallet using just a photo of a receipt.
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Apple releases macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Apple today pushed out macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, a minor point release that targets a specific but potentially disruptive bug affecting enterprise…
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Office 2019 for Mac Goes Read-Only on 13 July 2026 On 13 July 2026, an expiring security certificate will force Office 2019 for Mac into read-only mode. Microsoft has shown no interest in releasing a fix, leaving users to upgrade or switch to alternatives.
Update for iOS 26.5.1 fixes iPhone 17, iPhone Air wired charging bug A point release for iOS 26.5.1 has arrived, with the minor changes fixing a charging bug affecting the iPhone 17 and iPhone Air.The iOS 26.5.1 update fixes a charging issue in the iPhone 17 family and iPhone AirApple released iOS 26.5 on May 11, and is currently beta-testing an update for iOS 26.6. In the meantime, it has just dropped a new incremental update for iOS 26.5.1.As is expected for a point release update, iOS 26.5.1 doesn't introduce major features, but it does include an important fix for some iPhone users. Indeed, it is only available for the iPhone 17 family and iPhone Air. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Cloudflare Dashboard and Cloudflare API service issues Jun 1, 17:48 UTC Investigating - Cloudflare is investigating issues with Cloudflare APIs that are specifically impacting OAuth/Wrangler API calls. These issues do not affect the serving of cached files via the Cloudflare CDN or other security features at the Cloudflare Edge. Customers using the Dashboard / Cloudflare APIs are impacted as requests might fail and/or errors may be displayed.
Apple releases iOS 26.5.1 for iPhone Apple has just pushed out iOS 26.5.1, a minor point release that arrives less than three weeks after the debut of iOS 26.5. As expected…
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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.
Apple Releases macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 to Fix Shutdown Issue Affecting Enterprise Users on M5 Macs Apple today released macOS Tahoe 26.5.1, a small update to the macOS Tahoe operating system that came out last year. macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 comes three weeks after Apple released macOS Tahoe 26.5.
Mac owners can download the software by opening the System Settings app and then navigating to the Software Updates section.
According to Apple's release notes for the update, macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 addresses an unexpected shutdown issue affecting certain enterprise users on M5 Macs.This update addresses an issue for enterprise users where Macs with an M5 chip could expectedly shut down when using certain content filtering network extensions.macOS 27 is right around the corner, with Apple set to unveil the next major macOS update at the WWDC 2026 keynote on Monday, June 8.Related Roundup: macOS TahoeRelated Forum: macOS TahoeThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
macOS 26.5.1 is out with an important fix for enterprise users Apple just rolled out macOS 26.5.1, which fixes a bug that had been causing Macs with the M5 Apple silicon to unexpectedly shut down under certain conditions. Here are the details.
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Apple Releases iOS 26.5.1 to Fix Charging Issue on iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Models Apple today released iOS 26.5.1, a minor update to iOS 26. The software is available three weeks after iOS 26.5 came out, and appears to only be available for the iPhone Air and all models in the iPhone 17 lineup.
The new software can be downloaded on eligible iPhones over-the-air by going to Settings > General > Software Update.
According to Apple's release notes, the update fixes a previously documented charging issue with iPhone Air and iPhone 17 models.This update addresses an issue for a small number of users that may prevent wired charging on iPhone Air and iPhone 17 models when the battery is nearly drained.Apple's work on iOS 26 is winding down as it prepares to introduce iOS 27 at the June 8 WWDC keynote event.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26, iPhone 17, iPhone AirBuyer's Guide: iPhone 17 (Neutral), iPhone Air (Neutral)Related Forums: iOS 26, iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
Apple releases iOS 26.5.1 for iPhone, here’s what’s new Apple has just released its latest software update for iPhone users: iOS 26.5.1. Here’s what’s new.
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Amazon's June iPad sale slashes prices to as low as $299 The popular $299 iPad 11 deal is back for June, with Amazon slashing prices on Apple's entire tablet range.iPad prices have dropped to as low as $299 during Amazon's June sale.Steep discounts on Apple's iPad line are in effect at Amazon for June, with a return of the popular $299 iPad 11 deal. At press time, the $50 price cut applies to the Blue, Pink, and Silver color options.Buy iPad 11 for $299 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
Apple reveals ‘All systems glow’ tagline, wallpaper and playlist for WWDC26 With WWDC26 a week away, "All systems glow" is the new tagline, probably in reference to the a shiny new AI-powered Siri.
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Dell Says Its New $699 Laptop Has Features 'You Won't Find on a MacBook Neo' Dell this week introduced a new version of the XPS 13, a laptop that it said is "contending with the MacBook Neo on price, and exceeding it on features."
In the U.S., the XPS 13 starts at $699 for the general public and at $599 for eligible students, which is $100 more than the MacBook Neo on both fronts. However, Dell said the XPS 13 offers the following six features "you won't find on a MacBook Neo."
A touch screen
A backlit keyboard
A faster second USB-C port (10 GB/s vs. 480 MB/s)
Wi-Fi 7 (vs. Wi-Fi 6E)
Windows Hello to unlock laptop via facial recognition (MacBook Neo does offer Touch ID at the same $699 price point)
Four speakers (vs. two)
"Apple's MacBook Neo is a capable machine, and its arrival confirms that there's real appetite for premium quality at accessible prices," said Dell. "Where Dell differs is what we think premium means at this price point and what we were willing to build to deliver it."
While not mentioned in Dell's list above, the XPS 13's display offers up to a 120Hz refresh rate and 100% coverage of the DCI-P3 color gamut, whereas the MacBook Neo has a 60Hz refresh rate and sRGB coverage only. And with a 13-inch display and a resolution of 2,560×1,600 pixels, the XPS 13 offers Retina-like quality.
Like the MacBook Neo, the XPS 13 base model is equipped with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of SSD storage inside a thin aluminum enclosure. The base model is powered by Intel's new Core Series 3 processor, with higher-priced configurations offering Intel's Core Ultra Series 3 processors, up to 32GB of RAM, and up to 1TB of storage.
Apple silicon offers industry-leading performance per watt, allowing for the MacBook Neo with an A18 Pro chip to have a fanless design. In the XPS 13, there are two fans.
Dell said the XPS 13 is the thinnest and lightest XPS laptop it has ever made. It measures 12.7mm thin, matching the MacBook Neo, but its advertised weight of 2.2 pounds comes in half a pound below the MacBook Neo.
The XPS 13 base model with a Core Series 3 processor is arriving "soon" in the U.S., according to Dell. The laptop will come in two finishes, Sky and Storm, with the latter color not available until "later this summer."
Windows vs. macOS remains an important factor, but increased competition is good for all customers, as it helps to lower prices across the board.
"A few months ago at CES, we made a commitment: compete at every price point in the consumer market and build products worthy of the XPS name," said Dell. "Even though memory shortages have pushed component costs higher across virtually every industry, we are delivering on that commitment."
Without the MacBook Neo, which was rumored since June 2025, we might not be in this situation.Related Roundup: MacBook NeoTags: Dell, WindowsBuyer's Guide: MacBook Neo (Buy Now)Related Forum: MacBook NeoThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
Siri’s big revamp could supercharge Apple stock next week Apple is expected to reveal updates across its operating systems next week, a development that could help the company close the gap…
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WWDC t-minus one week: 'All Systems Glow' with new wallpaper & playlist We're excited about WWDC 2026 , and after talking to some of you, you are too! Here's new wallpapers, an Apple Music playlist, and tips for developers, all from Apple, to keep the hype going.Apple has released new wallpapers with a close-up from Apple's new animation - image credit: AppleFor WWDC 2025, Apple announced it with the line "On the horizon," but changed it to "Sleek peek," with one week to go. That change was revealed by Apple's senior vice president of Worldwide Marketing, Greg Joswiak.Now, again exactly a week ahead of WWDC, Joswiak has revealed a change alongside a new animation. WWDC 2026 has been given the headline "All systems glow." Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums