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In a new filing, iyO alleges that former Apple designer and now io co-founder Tang Tan was given access to its confidential designs, broadening the initial scope of the lawsuit against OpenAI. Here are the details. more…02:11 amAnime streaming service Crunchyroll is now available in the Apple TV app as a channel | AppleInsiderAnime streaming service Crunchyroll is now available in the Apple TV app as a channel
Crunchyroll has finally arrived on Apple TV as a dedicated channel, which means users can stream and download their favorite anime all within the Apple TV app.Crunchyroll is now an Apple TV channelWhen Apple first revealed Apple TV channels, it felt like the obvious endpoint for all streaming services. Netflix never joined up, and others like HBO exited channels, but one beloved service has finally appeared.The anime streaming platform Crunchyroll has shown up as a channel within the Apple TV app. It may be officially launching Friday, as there is no announcement or documentation showing the change. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:23 amAMS (Amsterdam) on 2026-03-27
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 27, 01:30 - 07:30 UTCMar 27, 01:22 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in AMS (Amsterdam) datacenter on 2026-03-27 between 01:30 and 07:30 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.01:22 amWith AI. What features are you adding to your existing apps that you didn’t have time for pre AI | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingWith AI. What features are you adding to your existing apps that you didn’t have time for pre AI
I've been working on adding a lot of "features" to my apps now that AI can do the annoying work. Main ones include app attest server side smart notifications macos and watch apps server side sync (non cloud it) submitted by /u/uglycoder92 [link] [comments]01:00 amFor All Mankind season five now streaming on Apple TV
The fifth season of For All Mankind starts streaming today on Apple TV. The long-running space drama rolls out weekly, with new episodes dropping every Friday. This marks the start of the penultimate season of the series, with production on the sixth and final season already underway. A spin-off show, called Star City, premieres at the end of May. more…12:52 amApple's App Store will show if an app is classified as a regulated medical device
The further Apple dives into medical technology, the more it will have to deal with regulators. Now, the App Store will label apps that meet select criteria for medical devices in the US, EU, and UK.App Store will show if an app is a designated medical deviceDevelopers that offer apps with medical uses or connect to medical devices have to be registered with the FDA in the US. Similar regulations exist in the UK and EU, and now there's a way for developers to label their apps as a regulated medical device in the App Store.According to Apple's developer documentation, an app must meet three criteria to get the label. First, the app must be available in the EU, UK, or US and may or may not require registration or authorization from regulatory bodies. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:44 amBoox Palma 2 Pro review: Adds color at a significant cost
The Boox Palma 2 Pro turns the idea of a pocket e-reader into a smarter, more capable daily carry without losing the minimalist charm that made the original so good.Boox Palma 2 ProIn 2023, I reviewed the Boox Palma, a pint-sized, pocket-friendly e-ink device. I praised it for its portability and ability to offer distraction-free reading pretty much anywhere you go.Now, Boox has just released the Palma 2 Pro. It has a few new tricks up its sleeve, but I wanted to see how it stacks up to its predecessor — especially with its new, higher price tag. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:39 amApple TV announces sci-fi thriller starring Vanessa Kirby and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II
Apple Original Films’ newest project is based on the award-winning graphic novel Telepaths. Here are the details. more…12:22 amZRH (Zurich) on 2026-03-27
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Google is improving its translation features with Gemini integration, adding AI in search and the Google Translate app. Users can expect smarter and more natural text translations, with improvements to phrases with nuanced meanings. Idioms, local expressions, and slang will be translated with Gemini for improved accuracy, and Gemini will parse context instead of giving a literal word-for-word translation. The changes are rolling out on March 26 in the Translate app for iOS and on the web, and Gemini translate works with English and nearly 20 languages like Spanish, Hindi, Chinese, German, and Japanese. Google is debuting a beta experience for real-time translations in headphones. Google says the live translation preserves the tone, emphasis, and cadence of each speaker for more natural translations. The feature can be used by putting on any headphones, opening up the Google Translate app, and tapping on "Live Translate." As of now, the beta is limited to Android users, but Google plans to expand it to iOS users later in 2026.Tags: Google, Google TranslateThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums11:28 pmApple Gives iPhone Designers Bonuses Up to $400K to Counter OpenAI Poaching
Apple gave its iPhone Product Design team bonuses worth "several hundred thousand dollars" in an effort to keep them from being poached by other companies, reports Bloomberg. The bonuses were provided as restricted stock units (RSUs) that will vest over a four-year period. Hardware designers given bonuses will need to stay with Apple to get the full value of the stock award, which can range from $200,000 to $400,000 or even more depending on how Apple stock does over the next several years. Apple executives are concerned with the number of engineers the company has been losing to rivals like OpenAI. Several former Apple designers are now working on hardware products at OpenAI, including former Apple design chief Jony Ive. OpenAI has been recruiting Apple engineers that worked on the iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Vision Pro, and it has hired over 40 former Apple employees. In 2021 and 2022, Apple also handed out stock bonuses to engineers in silicon design, hardware, software, and operations to thwart poaching and increase employee retention.Tag: OpenAIThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums11:23 pmA super easy way to create app mockups?
Serious question: why do I see so many iOS devs who seems to struggle with making mockups for their app? Can't we just take a picture of our phone running the app? I'd think that the realism of it would build even more trust from the users. What do you think? I'm surely missing something […]11:21 pmNew App Store policy requires medical device disclosures for some health apps
Starting today, some App Store apps must declare whether they are regulated medical devices in the US, UK, and Europe. Here are the details. more…11:19 pmApple Releases Safari Technology Preview 240 With Bug Fixes and Performance Improvements | MacRumorsApple Releases Safari Technology Preview 240 With Bug Fixes and Performance Improvements
Apple today released a new update for Safari Technology Preview, the experimental browser that was first introduced in March 2016. Apple designed Safari Technology Preview to allow users to test features that are planned for future release versions of the Safari browser. Safari Technology Preview 240 includes fixes and updates for CSS, Editing, Forms, HTML, Media, PDF, Rendering, SVG, Scrolling, Web API, Web Extensions, Web Inspector, and WebAssembly. The current Safari Technology Preview release is compatible with machines running macOS Sequoia and macOS Tahoe, the newest version of macOS. The Safari Technology Preview update is available through the Software Update mechanism in System Preferences or System Settings to anyone who has downloaded the browser from Apple’s website. Complete release notes for the update are available on the Safari Technology Preview website. Apple’s aim with Safari Technology Preview is to gather feedback from developers and users on its browser development process. Safari Technology Preview can run side-by-side with the existing Safari browser and while it is designed for developers, it does not require a developer account to download and use.Tag: Safari Technology PreviewThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums11:12 pmStop holding out hope, Liquid Glass will be mandatory in iOS 27
The Liquid Glass design that rolled out with iOS 26 isn't going anywhere, according to a recount of an Apple Developer workshop.Developers will be required to use Liquid Glass once Xcode 27 debuts.With the debut of iOS 26 at WWDC 2025, Apple made significant alterations to the look and feel of the iPhone operating system. The fairly straightforward flat design, used from iOS 7 to iOS 18, was replaced with a more rounded, translucent aesthetic dubbed "Liquid Glass."Six months after launch, the new design language remains as divisive and controversial as ever, with developers in particular lacking adjustment options for Liquid Glass. Still, that doesn't mean Liquid Glass will be abandoned anytime soon, and Apple has seemingly even said so outright. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums11:06 pmRIP Mac Pro: Apple officially kills its tower computer
Macworld While Apple is celebrating its upcoming 50th anniversary and looks forward to another 50 years, there’s one major product that has come to an end. The Mac Pro, as confirmed by Apple with Macworld, has been discontinued by the company. The Mac Pro section of Apple.com has been removed from the website, though Mac Pros are still available through Apple’s Certified Refurbished store. It’s a quiet end for a product that was last updated in 2023 with an M2 Ultra chip. But it wasn’t a surprise; Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reported last November that Apple had “largely written off” the Mac Pro, believing that the Mac Studio is a better product. Why it took so long to finally pull the plug isn’t clear, but Apple hadn’t done any updates to the hardware since the M2 Ultra upgrade nearly three years ago. Apple has been rumored to have an update to the Mac Studio in the works, with an announcement likely between now and WWDC26. Apple positions the Mac Studio as the machine for production environments that demand workstation performance, and seemingly feels confident that the Mac Studio can fill the Mac Pro’s shoes. The discontinuation of the Mac Pro leaves Apple without a modular tower computer, but it’s been moving away from those types of machines for a while. In response to those who think an expandable tower is a gaping hole in the Mac lineup, Apple often counters with confidence that its silicon can make up for the need for expansion cards, and Thunderbolt can handle storage needs just as well. Apple introduced the Mac Pro in 2006, the same time Apple completed its transition from Motorola chips to Intel. It had two 64-bit, Intel Xeon 5100 (Woodcrest) processors, four hard drive bays, eight RAM slots, and started at $2,499.11:00 pmApple Discontinues Mac Pro
Apple has discontinued the Mac Pro and says it has no plans for future models. "The 'buy' page on Apple's website for the Mac Pro now redirects to the Mac's homepage, where all references have been removed," reports 9to5Mac. From the report: The Mac Pro has lived many lives over the years. Apple released the current Mac Pro industrial design in 2019 alongside the Pro Display XDR (which was also discontinued earlier this month). That version of the Mac Pro was powered by Intel, and Apple refreshed it with the M2 Ultra chip in June 2023. It has gone without an update since then, languishing at its $6,999 price point even as Apple debuted the M3 Ultra chip in the Mac Studio last year. Read more of this story at Slashdot.10:58 pmGoogle Launches Gemini Import Tool for Switching From ChatGPT, Claude, and Other AI Apps | MacRumorsGoogle Launches Gemini Import Tool for Switching From ChatGPT, Claude, and Other AI Apps
Google is adding a new memory import feature to Gemini, making it easier for customers to switch to Gemini AI from another AI service. Users can import memories, context, and chat history from other AI apps. Importing memory will provide Gemini with an understanding of a user's preferences, relationships, and personal context. Google says that Gemini will understand the same key facts that have been shared with other apps, so there is no need to start over from scratch when moving to Gemini from another AI service. The import option can be accessed through the Gemini settings, and it will provide a prompt to copy and paste into an existing AI app. The prompt will ask the AI to generate a preferences summary that can be pasted into Gemini. Google will also allow users to import their full chat history in a ZIP format, with support for searching past conversation threads and building on those threads with Gemini.Tags: ChatGPT, Gemini, GoogleThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums10:53 pmStop juggling AI apps: 1minAI puts ChatGPT and more in one place
Get an AI tool that brings top AI models like ChatGPT, Mistral AI and more together in one interface. Enter 1minAI, the all-in-one AI tool. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)10:44 pmVSCO expands AI Lab editing tools with five new photo filters
VSCO is expanding its AI Lab with five new AI-powered editing tools for photographers, bringing the total to eight. Here’s what’s new. more…10:41 pmApple Requires App Developers to Declare Regulated Medical Device Status in EEA, UK, and U.S. | MacRumorsApple Requires App Developers to Declare Regulated Medical Device Status in EEA, UK, and U.S.
App Store product pages will now display whether an app is a regulated medical device, Apple said today. The designation will be shown in the App Store in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, and United States. According to Apple, regulated medical device apps may function on their own or as part of a system for medical purposes like diagnosis, prevention, monitoring, and treatment of diseases and physiological conditions. The apps may require registration or authorization from regulatory bodies like the Food and Drug Administration. App developers who distribute Health and Fitness or Medical apps in the EEA, UK, or U.S. will need to provide a regulated medical device status in App Store Connect, along with associated regulatory information. Apps that are marked as containing frequent references to medical or treatment information in the Age Rating questionnaire in App Store Connect will also need to provide the regulated medical device status. Apple says the status is required for new apps that meet either criteria as of today. Existing apps will need to provide a status by early 2027. App developers that do not declare a status by early 2027 will no longer be able to submit app updates. App Store pages for regulated medical devices will list an EU Manufacturer SRN or FDA Operator Number, a URL with use instructions, a use statement, and safety information. More information is available on Apple's developer website.Tag: United KingdomThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums10:28 pmMy app does not archive because of strip.
Hello! I'm having a problem with my app. When I archive for App Store Connect or with Xcode Cloud, it shows the following error: strip:1:1 symbols referenced by indirect symbol table entries that can't be stripped in: my directory. It worked well a few days ago, and I haven't made big changes, just some changes […]10:24 pmApple turns 50: Reflecting on 8 iconic products that changed the world
As Apple marks its 50th n 2026 — with the company officially founded on April 1, 1976, in a small garage by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.10:24 pmApple's $700 Mac Pro Wheels Kit Discontinued Along With Mac Pro
In addition to discontinuing the Mac Pro, Apple today discontinued the $700 wheel add-on kit that it sold for the Mac Pro. The Mac Pro Wheels kit was introduced in 2020, and allowed Mac Pro owners to add wheels to their machine after purchase. The Mac Pro could be bought with a wheel option for an additional $400, but the lower price was because opting for wheels removed the $300 feet. Apple's kit included a 1/4-inch to 4mm hex bit for installing the wheels, and an installation guide. Apple also sold a $300 Mac Pro Feet Kit for users who ordered wheels but wanted to swap to standard feet. That kit has also been discontinued. The Mac Pro and its accessories have been removed from Apple's website entirely, and old links now redirect to the online Apple Store. For Mac Pro owners who want to switch to wheels but are now unable to do so, OWC sells a less expensive Rover Pro wheels kit for $200.Related Roundup: Mac ProBuyer's Guide: Mac Pro (Caution)Related Forum: Mac ProThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums10:18 pmApple quietly kills Mac Pro
Apple officially pulled the plug on the Mac Pro on Thursday, scrubbing its most expensive desktop computer from its website. Links that used to go to the top-end machine now redirect to the overall Mac page. Quietly killing the machine brings an ignominious end to the $6,999 computer that Apple had not updated in years. […] (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)10:04 pmHide My Email is great for battling surveillance capitalism, not the FBI
Apple's Hide My Email service lets users generate anonymous, randomized email addresses to help avoid spam, but it isn't going to protect you from subpoenas — especially if you threaten the FBI directly.Apple encryption and services can only protect you from so muchEnd-to-end encryption ensures that your data remains yours on-device and in transit. This applies to things like iMessage and Apple Health, especially when Advanced Data Protection is turned on.However, that doesn't mean Apple won't comply with a subpoena when it is presented with one that fits the scope of the request. Hide My Email might help protect users from spam, but if you're emailing threats to the FBI director's girlfriend, there's nothing to protect you. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums10:01 pmiCloud user learns ‘Hide My Email’ privacy does not apply to serious threats
404 Media reports that Apple provided the FBI with the identity of a user after he sent a threatening email to the FBI director’s girlfriend. Here are the details. more…10:00 pmApple TV debuts official teaser for ‘Star City’
Apple TV has released the official teaser trailer for Star City, the gripping new space-race drama and spin-off set in the… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.09:53 pmiPhone hardware engineers allegedly get bonuses as Apple tries to prevent poaching
Keen to stop other companies from poaching its engineers, Apple has reportedly approved substantial bonuses for its iPhone hardware engineers.Apple has allegedly approved new bonuses for its iPhone hardware team.Talk of an AI brain drain at Apple continues even if it is difficult to determine exactly how individual departures affect the company. Over the years, Apple has lost various engineers to rival firms like OpenAI and Meta, with some even being lured in by a massive $200 million pay package.Equally noteworthy is the departure of Abidur Chowdhury, the industrial designer behind the iPhone Air. He left Apple to become the design lead of an AI startup, which we later learned was known as Hawk AI. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums09:47 pm9to5Mac Daily: March 26, 2026 – Apple manufacturing, more
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by Backblaze: Backup you can rely on. Save 20% with code 9to5daily. more…09:16 pmIn with a bang, out in silence — the end of the Mac Pro
For almost two decades, the Mac Pro bounced between coveted and beloved, to derided and forgotten. Now, it's finally over.Apple is reportedly pressing the off switch on the Mac ProAll political careers end in failure, and all devices fade out as they are eventually superseded. Yet this time it's more that the Mac Pro has been usurped, and possibly even stabbed in the back.If you're a Mac Pro fan, you know this day is coming, and you probably don't want to believe it. It's true that the Mac Pro has long lost its crown as the most powerful Mac, but still this is the legendary Mac Pro. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums09:04 pmApple Discontinues Mac Pro
Apple has discontinued the Mac Pro and will soon be removing the machine from its website, reports 9to5Mac. Apple does not plan to design a new version of the Mac Pro, and no new model will be coming in the future. The Mac Pro was last updated in 2023, which was when Apple added an M2 Ultra Apple silicon chip, but the chassis has not been refreshed since 2019. Apple redesigned the Mac Pro to be more modular in 2019 after failing with its "innovative" trash can Mac Pro, but the machine has never been mainstream due to its $6,999 starting price. Apple has largely replaced the Mac Pro with the Mac Studio, a device that is smaller and uses newer Apple silicon chips. The Mac Studio is now Apple's high-end desktop machine designed for professional use. The current Mac Studio features an M3 Ultra chip, though it is expected to get an M5 Ultra refresh later this year. Apple's desktop lineup also includes the Mac mini and the iMac.Related Roundup: Mac ProBuyer's Guide: Mac Pro (Caution)Related Forum: Mac ProThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums09:00 pmApple discontinues the Mac Pro with no plans for future hardware
It’s the end of an era: Apple has confirmed to 9to5Mac that the Mac Pro is being discontinued. It has been removed from Apple’s website as of Thursday afternoon. The “buy” page on Apple’s website for the Mac Pro now redirects to the Mac’s homepage, where all references have been removed. Apple has also confirmed to 9to5Mac that it has no plans to offer future Mac Pro hardware. more…08:53 pmApple gives rare bonuses to iPhone designers to deter departures
A new report from Bloomberg details that Apple recently awarded “rare bonuses to iPhone hardware designers this week.” The bonuses are said to be worth “several hundred thousand dollars” and are viewed as a way to deter employees from departing for high-paying startups like OpenAI. more…08:48 pmApple begins notifying 2026 Swift Student Challenge winners
Win or lose, notifications are being sent out to all participants of the 2026 Swift Student Challenge ahead of WWDC.The results of the 2026 Swift Student Challenge are here, and Apple has selected 350 winners.Every year, Apple hosts a competition called the Swift Student Challenge. The event lets up-and-coming student developers practice their craft and gives them a chance of winning a variety of prizes.All challenge winners have now received a free one-year membership to the Apple Developer program, an opportunity to take the Swift certification exam, AirPods Max 2, and a personalized certificate from Apple. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:47 pmGoogle Translate’s live headphone translation feature lands on iOS
iPhone users wearing headphones can now instantly translate conversations across more than 70 languages using Google Translate. Here’s how it works. more…08:37 pmSiri could support third-party AI tools in iOS 27 as Apple expands access
Apple is again rumored to enable third-party AI interactions via Siri in iOS 27. It would be a further expansion of customization and control on top of the improved Apple Foundation Models expected in 2026.More AI assistants may be coming to iPhone soonApple Intelligence already uses ChatGPT for certain requests, allowing it to handle complex tasks without relying solely on Apple models. It is a distinct system that requires user permission and exists entirely outside of the on-device and Private Cloud Compute options driven by Apple Foundation Models.A returning rumor shared via Bloomberg suggests that Apple will continue to rely upon third-party AI systems, but this time through installed apps. This is yet another completely separate system that would involve APIs targeting the third-party AI tools within apps available in iOS 27. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:28 pmReport: iOS 27 to let Siri work with any third-party chatbot
Macworld Now that we know that Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference is set for June 8, we’re going to start hearing about what could be included in the OS 27 updates. Perhaps the most anticipated update is with Siri, which we’ve been eagerly awaiting since it’s supposed to bring Apple up to the level of ChatGPT and Claude. A new report by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman sheds some light on how Apple will further integrate AI. While Apple has been working on a new and improved Siri that works like a chatbot, Gurman reports that Apple will allow third-party chatbots to integrate with Siri. It will work in a similar fashion as the ChatGPT integration currently works, with users able to send their queries to Gemini, Claude, ChatGPT, etc., instead of having Siri handle it. OS 27 will reportedly let users set which service they want to use through an Extensions option in Siri’s settings. Links for chatbots will be provided if the third-party chatbot app is not installed. This also means that the exclusive agreement between Apple and OpenAI will end with OS 27. In January, Apple and Google announced that the new Siri will be based on Google Gemini, a plan that is still in place and unaffected by this report. This new development gives users the opportunity to use the chatbot they prefer. The new Siri is expected to be the marquee feature at WWDC26. WWDC is a week-long event, with a keynote on June 8.08:28 pmApple TV teases chilling new horror-comedy ‘Widow’s Bay’: No Wi-Fi, cursed island, and trouble brewing | Mac Daily NewsApple TV teases chilling new horror-comedy ‘Widow’s Bay’: No Wi-Fi, cursed island, and trouble brewing
Apple TV has dropped an intriguing teaser for "Widow's Bay," a mysterious new horror-comedy series coming to Apple TV that… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.08:26 pmYour Netflix subscription is getting a price hike — again
Netflix has decided to raise its prices again in a time when customers are already feeling the squeeze everywhere else.Credit: David Balev/UnsplashNetflix is continuing its trend of yearly price hikes, with the company set to hike prices for U.S.-based customers in the coming weeks. The previous price hike came in January 2025.This time around, all three plans are getting price hikes. Here's what customers can expect to pay, as detailed by the Netflix Pricing Plan help page. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:23 pmSiri could become Apple’s gateway to every AI
iOS 27 will reportedly let iPhone users choose the AI they want Siri to use for tough questions and problems. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)08:11 pmPSA: CloudKit push notifications are broken on iOS 26.4 (Apple confirmed regression) | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingPSA: CloudKit push notifications are broken on iOS 26.4 (Apple confirmed regression)
Hi folks, a quick PSA from me on APNS & iOS 26.4. If your CKQuerySubscription push notifications stopped working on TestFlight/Production recently, it's not your code. Apple has confirmed a regression in iOS 26.4 that breaks CloudKit subscription-to-APNS delivery in the Production environment. Symptoms: Subscriptions exist (verified via CKFetchSubscriptionsOperation) Records are created and match predicates […]07:56 pmNetflix Raises Prices Across All Plans, Premium Now Costs $27/Month
Netflix is increasing its prices, with all plans set to get $1 to $2 more expensive. The ad-supported plan is now $8.99 per month, up from $7.99/month, while the Standard plan is $19.99 per month, up from $17.99 per month. Netflix's most expensive Premium plan is $26.99 per month, up from $24.99 per month. Extra member add-on pricing is also increasing by $1. Prices are increasing for both new and existing Netflix subscribers as of March 26. New members will see the higher prices today, with the pricing rolling out to existing subscribers in the coming weeks. Subscribers will be alerted a month before the new prices are applied to them. In a statement to Variety, Netflix said that it is updating its pricing because it delivers more value to customers. Our approach remains the same: We continue offering a range of prices and plans to meet a variety of needs, and as we deliver more value to our members we are updating our prices to enable us to reinvest in quality entertainment and improve their experience by updating our prices. At $27 per month, Netflix Premium is the most expensive standalone streaming service subscription option. The standard Netflix plan now costs the same $20/month that Netflix used to charge for the Premium plan back in 2023. There have been no changes to the plans with the exception of the price increase. The Standard with ads plans continues to have ads and some locked titles, with 1080p content able to be watched on two devices at a time. The Standard plan is ad-free, and it also supports watching on two devices in 1080p. The Premium plan provides 4K HDR streaming on up to four devices, along with spatial audio.Tag: NetflixThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums07:53 pmWWDC announced, iOS 27 Siri, AirPods Max 2
Benjamin and Chance talk about the surprise AirPods Max 2 announcement, WWDC 2026 is official, and the company confirms that ads are coming to Apple Maps. Also, Bloomberg reports on the latest Siri chatbot designs coming as part of iOS 27. And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin talks about his trips to the Apple Store during his time in Japan. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by BenQ: Check out BenQ’s smarter displays made for how Mac users actually work and sign up for the giveaway here. Sponsored by Shopify: See less carts go abandoned and more sales. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour. Sponsored by Quince: Refresh your wardrobe with Quince. Visit quince.com/happyhour for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Sponsored by Framer: The only free design tool that brings your ideas to the web. Visit framer.com/happyhour for 30% off a Framer Pro annual plan. more…07:26 pmX Moves X Pro Behind $40/Month Premium+ Paywall With No Notice to Users
Social network X is now limiting X Pro access to customers who subscribe to the X Premium+ plan, which is priced at $40 per month (or $33/month when paid annually). X Pro is a multi-column web interface for managing multiple feeds and lists. X Pro was known as TweetDeck before Elon Musk bought Twitter, and it was free to use. Before March 26, X subscribers with the standard $8/month Premium plan were able to use X Pro, and now X is requiring a plan that's 5x more expensive. No notice was provided to X Pro users about the change and access was suddenly cut off, leading to multiple complaints on the social network. On its website, X says features included in Premium "are subject to change at any time as we continue to improve the service." The X Help center clearly states that access to X Pro is now limited to the Premium+ tier. X has three subscription tiers: Basic for $3/month or $32/year, Premium for $8/month or $84/year, and Premium+ for $40/month or $395/year. Basic still includes ads, Premium has half the number of ads, and Premium+ has no ads except for sponsored content. Paid plans provide vanity blue checkmarks that used to serve as an actual account verification method prior to Musk's takeover. Other premium features include expanded post reach, post editing, longer post length, and longer video uploads.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums07:22 pmNetflix announces price increases for every streaming plan
Netflix is getting more expensive…again. The streaming giant just rolled out new pricing for all of its streaming plans, with the Premium plan hitting $26.99/month. Here are the details. more…07:20 pmAmazon's Big Spring Sale delivers Apple deals from $14.99
Day 2 of Amazon's Big Spring Sale offers deals on new M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pros, along with blowout savings on Apple Watches, iPhones, and more.Save up to 40 percent on Apple gear during the Big Spring Sale - Image credit: AmazonDay 2 of Amazon's weeklong sale is well underway, and we've rounded up the best deals on Apple hardware, including 2026 releases, along with accessories like MagSafe chargers and cables.Shop Amazon's Big Spring Sale Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:05 pmUpdate on regulated medical device apps in the European Economic Area, United Kingdom, and United States | Apple Dev NewsUpdate on regulated medical device apps in the European Economic Area, United Kingdom, and United States
To provide additional transparency to customers, the App Store will now display whether an app is a regulated medical device on its product page in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or United States. Regulated medical device apps are those that function on their own or as part of a system for a range of medical purposes, including diagnosis, prevention, monitoring, and treatment of diseases and physiological conditions. These apps may require registration or authorization from regulatory bodies, such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).If you distribute in the EEA, UK, or U.S. and your app meets either of the following criteria, you’ll need to provide a regulated medical device status in App Store Connect, along with relevant regulatory information, such as contact details and safety information: Its primary or secondary category is Health & Fitness or Medical It’s marked as containing frequent references to Medical or Treatment Information in the Age Rating questionnaire in App Store Connect Starting today, this status is required for new apps that meet either of the criteria above in order to distribute in these regions. Existing apps distributed in these regions that meet either of the criteria above must provide a status by early 2027. However, if you haven’t declared your app’s status by early 2027, you’ll no longer be able to submit app updates. If your app is not a regulated medical device, you can select No.Learn about providing a regulated medical device status07:03 pmApple TV’s Spanish-language crime drama ‘Women in Blue’ (‘Las Azules’) returns for season two | Mac Daily NewsApple TV’s Spanish-language crime drama ‘Women in Blue’ (‘Las Azules’) returns for season two
Today, Apple TV unveiled the premiere date and a first look at season two of “Women in Blue” (“Las Azules”), its Spanish-language… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:02 pmApple Notifying WWDC 2026 Swift Student Challenge Winners
Apple today began notifying students who won the WWDC 2026 Swift Student Challenge, held from February 6 to February 28. Students who entered the challenge can sign into the website to see their status. Apple did not say how many winners it chose this year, but in prior years, the company selected a total of 350 winners. Those who win the Swift Student Challenge are eligible to enter Apple's lottery for the WWDC 2026 special event that will take place at Apple Park on Monday, June 8. Apple is also gifting winners an achievement certificate, AirPods Max 2 and a free one-year Apple Developer membership. Apple is inviting students and developers to enter to attend the Apple Park event, but space is limited, so attendees are selected through a lottery process. There is no fee associated with the event, but attendees must pay for their own travel and accommodations. Some of the Swift Student Challenge entrants will be named Distinguished Winners, and will be invited to Cupertino, California for three-day Apple Park experience. Students will attend the keynote meetup and will have additional opportunities to interface with Apple engineers and employees. Distinguished Winners do not need to enter the lottery to visit Apple Park. Swift Student Challenge winners unable to attend the Apple Park event can follow along with Apple's WWDC announcements through the Apple Developer website and the Apple Developer app. Apple holds the Swift Student Challenge annually, tasking students with developing an innovative coding project using Xcode or Swift Playground. Apple said it was selecting winners that demonstrate "excellence in innovation, creativity, social impact, or inclusivity." WWDC 2026 will take place from Monday, June 8 to Friday, June 12.Related Roundup: WWDC 2026Related Forum: Apple, Inc and Tech IndustryThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums06:40 pmThe reason Apple won’t let this developer update their app is insane
Macworld With the release of macOS Tahoe last September, Apple introduced a major change: It removed Launchpad and replaced it with the Apps app. Many of us mourned the loss (and many of you laughed at us, based on the feedback I got from this article) and turned to third-party, Launchpad-like solutions to fill the void. However, there’s a sign from Apple that those third-party apps could be at risk, too. Developer Michael Tsai recently posted about AppGrid, a Launchpad-like app that many are using in the macOS Tahoe Launchpad void. Unfortunately, AppGrid’s developer, Attila Miklosi, is being blocked from updating the app in the Mac App Store. Miklosi has been told that the reason for this is that the app violates an Apple guideline: AppGrid looks too similar to Launchpad. Yes, AppGrid looks similar to Launchpad, but that’s the point since LaunchPad doesn’t exist anymore. With this ruling, Apple is essentially saying that the guidelines even apply when Apple deprecates a feature or an app, which is unfair. There’s an argument to be made about Apple protecting its intellectual property, but if it’s for an item that will likely never return, why bother? Miklosi has been told that updates will be allowed once AppGrid has been redesigned to not look like Launchpad. “Thousands have paid for it already, and they paid exactly for it being as similar to Launchpad as possible, so I decided not to go down that route,” he told Tsai. AppGrid (pictured here) looks similar to Apple Launchpad (Pictured at the top of this article), but that’s kind of the point.Foundry To make the matter even more confounding, AppGrid is still available for purchase on the Mac App Store, but the app is basically defunct. It can’t be updated because Apple won’t allow it. But Apple continues to collect its 30 percent cut every time someone buys it. Miklosi is getting his cut for the app, too, but the app can’t be updated so that people who bought it essentially get unsupported software. In the App Store description, Miklosi promises a new version with “powerful new features, including advanced grid customization, app grouping, renaming, and more” is coming soon, but as long as Apple has its say, that won’t be the case. Miklosi has given up on trying to resolve the App Store issue and is focusing on the version of AppGrid that can be downloaded directly through his site. Apple probably won’t do anything to stop that, but who knows? Maybe Launchpad is coming back in macOS 27. So if you’re interested in giving AppGrid a try, don’t get the Mac App Store version, visit Appgridmac.com and get it there. It’s actually cheaper, in fact: Unlocking AppGrid’s full feature set cost $25 with support for five Macs compared to $30 in the App Store.06:36 pmApple Plans to Let Rival AI Chatbots Integrate With Siri in iOS 27
Apple plans to allow third-party AI chatbots to integrate with Siri in iOS 27, reports Bloomberg. Apple already has a partnership with OpenAI that lets Siri hand questions off to ChatGPT, but Apple will expand that integration to other companies like Google and Anthropic. An iPhone user with the Claude or Gemini app installed will be able to send questions to those chatbots, like how the current ChatGPT feature works. Right now, if a user has a question that Siri cannot handle, Siri suggests sending it to ChatGPT. Users can also ask Siri to query ChatGPT. iPhone users will be able to select which services they want to use inside Siri through "Extensions" options coming to iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27. The options will be available in the Apple Intelligence and Siri section of the Settings app, with Apple providing download links for chatbot apps. AI apps installed through the App Store will be able to work with Siri, including with Apple's planned Siri app and other Apple Intelligence features. Bloomberg suggests that expanding Siri integration to other chatbots will allow Apple to generate more money from third-party AI subscriptions made through the App Store. AI companies will need to enable support for the new feature in iOS 27. Apple is still planning for a full Siri overhaul, and it will release its own chatbot version of Siri based on Google's Gemini models. Extensions will simply give users the option to direct requests to their favorite chatbot instead of Siri. OpenAI will no longer have an exclusive partnership with Apple when the change is made in iOS 27. While most AI companies have not complained about the Siri ChatGPT integration, Elon Musk's xAI startup sued Apple and OpenAI, accusing the two companies of conspiring to "ensure their continued dominance" in the AI market. Musk has been vocal about wanting Grok to be available on the iPhone alongside ChatGPT. Apple has been considering allowing other companies to integrate with Siri for some time, and it was previously working on a deal that would allow Siri to hand queries to Gemini. Apple plans to announce the new Siri and the third-party integration option when it unveils iOS 27 at the June 8 WWDC 2026 keynote.Related Roundup: iOS 27Tag: SiriThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums06:23 pmiOS 27: Apple will reportedly let Claude and other AI chatbot apps integrate with Siri
Apple will unveil iOS 27 on June 8 at WWDC, and we’re learning new details about what to expect in the next big iPhone software release. In a new report, Mark Gurman at Bloomberg has more information about changes coming to Siri, specifically. more…06:23 pmNetwork Maintenance- US-IAD(Washington)
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The long-rumored foldable iPhone might not ship in September as was expected, with only the iPhone 18 Pro shipping in the fall of 2026.Apple's first foldable iPhone might ship a few weeks later than expected.Apple has long been expected to announce the so-called iPhone Fold this fall. The launch was expected to come alongside Apple's other premium devices, leaving the iPhone 18 for an early 2027 release.But Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has now poured cold water on those hopes, suggesting that Apple has other plans. Gurman was speaking during a Bloomberg Q&A session when he said that iPhone Fold buyers will have to wait a little longer to bend their handset in half. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:12 pmNo Major Apple Watch Redesign Expected This Year
In addition to indicating that a new full-sized HomePod is in the works, and that the foldable iPhone will likely ship later than the iPhone 18 Pro models this year, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman today said he does not expect any major design changes for the next-generation Apple Watch models coming later this year. Gurman revealed all of this information in a live Q&A call today on the Bloomberg website, where listeners were invited to ask him anything about Apple. Over the years, there were rumors about everything from a radically redesigned "Apple Watch X" to a new style of watch band that attaches magnetically, but nothing like that has ever materialized. And based on Gurman's latest commentary, it sounds like the next Apple Watch will continue to look more or less the same this year. Of course, the Apple Watch Ultra did usher in an all-new design when it launched in 2022, but that model has only received iterative design changes since. A redesign is not necessary just for the sake of change, but users who are looking forward to something new might have to be patient, as it was recently rumored that a major Apple Watch redesign will not arrive for at least two more years.Related Roundups: Apple Watch 11, Apple Watch SE 3, Apple Watch Ultra 3Tags: Bloomberg, Mark GurmanBuyer's Guide: Apple Watch (Neutral), Apple Watch SE (Buy Now), Apple Watch Ultra (Neutral)Related Forum: Apple WatchThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums06:09 pmiPhone Fold is ‘no doubt’ coming later than iPhone 18 Pro, says Gurman
This fall, Apple’s first foldable iPhone is expected to be unveiled. But corroborating a recent report, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman said today there is “no doubt” the iPhone Fold will ship a bit later than the iPhone 18 Pro. more…05:50 pmAirPods Max 2 pre-launch deal: Don’t wait to save
The first deal on Apple’s newly announced AirPods Max 2 lets you save before the premium headphones even hit store shelves. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:48 pmiOS 26.4 just made Apple Creator Studio even better, here’s what’s new
iOS 26.4 launched this week, and among its many changes, the update expands Apple Creator Studio by introducing exclusive new Freeform features. more…05:46 pmiOS compatibility: What iOS version can your iPhone run – and is it still secure?
Macworld Unsure which version of iOS your iPhone can run? Here’s a quick guide so you can find out if your iPhone is compatible with the most recent iterations of the iPhone operating system, and, if it isn’t, which version you can install on your iPhone. iPhone iOS Compatibility: At a Glance Find your iPhone in our iPhone iOS support table and see which version of iOS you can run. Which iPhone do you have?Which version of iOS can you run?iPhone 17e 2026iOS 26iPhone 17 Pro (Max) 2025iOS 26iPhone Air 2025iOS 26iPhone 17 2025iOS 26iPhone 16e 2025iOS 26iPhone 16 Pro (Max) 2024iOS 26iPhone 16 (Plus) 2024iOS 26iPhone 15 Pro (Max) 2023iOS 26iPhone 15 (Plus) 2023iOS 26iPhone 14 Pro (Max) 2022iOS 26iPhone 14 (Plus) 2022iOS 26iPhone SE (3rd gen) 2022iOS 26iPhone 13 Pro (Max) 2021iOS 26iPhone 13 (mini) 2021iOS 26iPhone 12 Pro (Max) 2020iOS 26iPhone 12 (mini) 2020iOS 26iPhone SE (2nd gen) 2020iOS 26iPhone 11 Pro (Max) 2019iOS 26iPhone 11 2019iOS 26iPhone XR 2018iOS 18iPhone XS (Max) 2018iOS 18iPhone X 2017iOS 16iPhone 8 (Plus) 2017iOS 16iPhone 7 (Plus) 2016iOS 15iPhone SE (1st gen) 2016iOS 15iPhone 6s (Plus) 2015iOS 15 Is your iPhone still supported by Apple? If your iPhone runs iOS 15 or newer, it is still receiving security updates and is safe to use The latest version of the iPhone operating system is iOS 26, which will continue to receive new features until the next major release, iOS 27, launches in the fall of 2026. Even if your iPhone can’t run the latest version of iOS, it is safe to use as long as it continues to receive security updates. Apple often releases security updates for older iOS versions to patch flaws that are being exploited. For example, in March 2026 the “DarkSword” hacking toolkit was identified as targeting iPhones running older versions of iOS 18. The security holes used by the DarkSword malware were addressed in the iOS 18.7.6 update. If you use an iPhone running a version of iOS that Apple doesn’t support with security updates, you are at risk of exploitation attacks targeting flaws in older software versions. Some updates may also be necessary to maintain certificates needed for essential services like iMessage, FaceTime, and device activation, so if you aren’t running a supported version of iOS you may find these features stop working. The good news is that all of the iPhone models listed in the table above are currently supported by Apple, although the level of support varies. Apple continues to provide security updates for the following older versions of iOS: iOS 15 and iOS 16 received updates to address security vulnerabilities in March 2026 iOS 18 received a critical security update in March 2026 Apple doesn’t need to update iOS 17, because every iPhone that runs it can upgrade to a newer version. This means that, for now at least, the following older iPhones are still receiving security updates: iPhone X iPhone 8 iPhone 7 iPhone SE (1st generation) iPhone 6s – the oldest supported iPhone We don’t know how much longer Apple will continue to support iOS 15 and iOS 16 — and these iPhones. As we explain in How long Apple supports iPhones for, the company has already classified the iPhone SE (1st generation) as obsolete, while the iPhone 6s, iPhone 7, iPhone 8 and iPhone X are on Apple’s vintage list. These classifications mean it may no longer be possible to get these devices repaired through Apple. Should I upgrade my iPhone? IDG If your iPhone can’t run the newest version of iOS, that doesn’t necessarily mean you need to upgrade. While you won’t get the latest features, Apple continues to issue software updates to address security vulnerabilities in recent versions of iOS. Even with the arrival of iOS 26, Apple has continued to support iOS 18, iOS 16 and iOS 15 with security updates – and, with those versions of iOS, 2015’s iPhone 6s through to 2018’s iPhone XR and iPhone XS. However, if you’re using an older iPhone, security is the key concern. Apple is still providing security patches for older devices via iOS 15 and iOS 16, but this support is unlikely to last much longer. By contrast, iOS 18 support is expected to continue for several more years, extending the usable life of the iPhone XS and XR. Once your device can no longer run a supported version of iOS, it’s time to seriously consider upgrading. We explain how long Apple supports the iPhone for in a separate article, and you can see full iOS compatibility in the chart above. As a general rule, any iPhone that can’t run iOS 26 is nearing the end of its practical lifespan. Even among iPhones that do support iOS 26, some upgrades are worth considering. In particular, newer models support Apple Intelligence features that aren’t available on older devices. If you own one of the following iPhones, upgrading will give you access to significantly improved performance and newer features — especially if you’re moving to a recent model such as the iPhone 17: iPhone 15 & 15 Plus (2023) iPhone 14 Pro & 14 Pro Max (2022) iPhone 14 & 14 Plus (2022) iPhone SE (3rd generation, 2022) iPhone 13 Pro & 13 Pro Max (2021) iPhone 13 mini (2021) iPhone 12 Pro & 12 Pro Max (2020) iPhone 12 & 12 mini (2020) iPhone SE (2nd generation, 2020) iPhone 11 Pro & 11 Pro Max (2019) iPhone 11 (2019) Every iOS version supported by each iPhone To show you which versions of iOS your iPhone can run, we’ve broken down each iPhone generation in the chart below, so you can see which version it originally shipped with (as that will be the earliest it can run) and the latest iteration it currently supports – including whether that iPhone supports iOS 26. Take a look at our guide to Every version of iOS released so far for more information about the different versions of iOS. Every version of iOS and the phones it supports.Foundry iPhone Air Original iOS version: iOS 26 Does it run iOS 26: Yes iPhone 17, 17e, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max Original iOS version: iOS 26 Does it run iOS 26: Yes iPhone 16, 16e, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max Original iOS version: iOS 18 Does it run iOS 26: Yes iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max Original iOS version: iOS 17 Does it run iOS 26: Yes iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max Original iOS version: iOS 16 Does it run iOS 26: Yes iPhone 13, 13 mini, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max Original iOS version: iOS 15 Does it run iOS 26: Yes iPhone SE (3rd generation) Original iOS version: iOS 15 Does it run iOS 26: Yes iPhone 12, 12 mini, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max Original iOS version: iOS 14 Does it run iOS 18: Yes iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max Original iOS version: iOS 13 Does it run iOS 26: Yes iPhone SE (2nd generation) Original iOS version: iOS 13 Does it run iOS 26: Yes iPhone XR, XS, XS Max Original iOS version: iOS 12 Does it run iOS 26: No Last compatible version: iOS 18 iPhone X Original iOS version: iOS 11 Last compatible version: iOS 16 iPhone 8, 8 Plus Original iOS version: iOS 11 Last compatible version: iOS 16 iPhone 7, 7 Plus Original iOS version: iOS 10 Last compatible version: iOS 15 iPhone 6S, 6S Plus Original iOS version: iOS 9 Last compatible version: iOS 15 iPhone SE (1st generation) Original iOS version: iOS 9 Last compatible version: iOS 15 iPhone 6, 6 Plus Original iOS version: iOS 8 Last compatible version: iOS 12 iPhone 5S Original iOS version: iOS 7 Last compatible version: iOS 12 iPhone 5C Original iOS version: iOS 7 Last compatible version: iOS 10 iPhone 5 Original iOS version: iOS 6 Last compatible version: iOS 10 iPhone 4s Original iOS version: iOS 5 Last compatible version: iOS 9 iPhone 4 Original iOS version: iOS 4 Last compatible version: iOS 7 iPhone 3GS Original iOS version: iOS 3 Last compatible version: iOS 6 iPhone 3G Original iOS version: iOS 2 Last compatible version: iOS 4 iPhone Original iOS version: iOS 1 Last compatible version: iOS 3 If your iPhone isn’t supported by iOS 24 or 18 then you might want to consider upgrading to a newer device. Take a look at our best iPhone deals round-up where we share the most recent money-saving deals. Read our best iPhone guide for advice. How to see which version of iOS you’re running If you’re not sure which version of iOS you’re currently running, it’s very easy to find out. Open Settings. Tap on General. Tap About and look for the iOS Version number. How to see which version of iOS is installedFoundry How to upgrade iOS Now that you know the latest version of iOS that your iPhone supports, it’s a good idea to make sure you’re running on that platform. Updating iOS on an iPhone is simple, follow these steps: Open Settings. Tap on General. Tap Software Update and wait for your iPhone to check for updates. When the latest update appears tap Update Now. Enter your passcode if required. Wait while the update is applied (your iPhone may shut down and restart) How to update iOS on iPhoneFoundry See how to update iOS on your iPhone for more advice.05:35 pmiPhone Fold Likely to Ship Later Than iPhone 18 Pro
The new foldable iPhone won't ship to customers in the same September timeframe as the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said today in a Q&A session. Apple will likely ship the iPhone Fold to customers after the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max come out in September, but Gurman did not provide a specific availability timeline. Earlier this month, Barclays analyst Tim Long suggested that the foldable iPhone won't ship until December, suggesting a roughly three-month delay between the iPhone Fold and the iPhone 18 Pro models. Apple has done a split launch before, shipping one model later than another. When the iPhone X launched in 2017, it shipped out in November, while the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus introduced alongside it came out in September as usual. It is entirely possible Apple will ship the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max in September and then follow it with the iPhone Fold sometime between September and the end of the year. Back in December, Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said that the iPhone Fold would be in short supply, suggesting manufacturing difficulties. Kuo expects supply constraints into 2027, and supply problems or manufacturing issues could explain why Apple would delay the iPhone Fold's shipment date. Even if Apple does plan to ship the iPhone Fold after September, we can still expect to see it introduced during the annual iPhone event that will feature the iPhone 18 Pro models. Apple will likely announce all three phones at once, and then bring them to customers when they're ready.Related Roundups: iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone FoldTag: Foldable iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:30 pmApple adds new partners Bosch, Cirrus Logic, TDK, and Qnity Electronics to its American Manufacturing Program | Mac Daily NewsApple adds new partners Bosch, Cirrus Logic, TDK, and Qnity Electronics to its American Manufacturing Program
Apple today announced new members of its American Manufacturing Program (AMP), expanding the company’s long-standing commitment… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.05:23 pmComparing wireless specs across Mac, iPad, iPhone, and more Apple products
Apple products use a wide mix of wireless specifications. Bluetooth 6, 5.3, and 5.0 appear in different iPhones, iPads, Macs, and more. Apple also uses different W-Fi technologies with currently sold products featuring Wi-Fi 7, 6, 6E, and even Wi-Fi 4. Visualize what hardware uses which spec below. more…05:08 pmIncorrect IP source information in spectrum HTTP/HTTPS apps
Mar 26, 17:08 UTCInvestigating - Cloudflare is investigating reports of incorrect client source IP addresses and geolocation information being reported for Spectrum HTTP/HTTPS applications.05:06 pmCarrot Weather updated with new multi-model forecast feature, more
Hot on the heels of rolling out a major update last month, Carrot Weather is back with more. A new update today adds two new features to the versatile weather app: multi-model forecasts and analysis from the Storm Prediction Center. more…04:53 pmBuilt a SpriteKit “Thanos snap” pixel-burst effect (demo link in comments) | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingBuilt a SpriteKit “Thanos snap” pixel-burst effect (demo link in comments)
I’m experimenting with a SpriteKit effect where an image disintegrates into pixel-like particles, inspired by the Thanos snap style. Would love feedback on pacing, smoothness, and overall feel. submitted by /u/Iamvishal16 [link] [comments]04:44 pmiPhone Dynamic Island isn't going away yet, but its days are numbered
Apple's push toward a true all-screen iPhone is coming into focus again, with a new leak outlining a timed shift away from the Dynamic Island toward hidden sensors.iPhone 18 render with a smaller Dynamic IslandChinese leaker Digital Chat Station claims Apple plans to shrink and relocate its front-facing sensors under the display over time. The shift would move from the current Dynamic Island to a smaller cutout, then to a single punch hole with Face ID hidden beneath the screen.The roadmap is unconfirmed, but it lines up with years of supply chain reports and analyst expectations. Apple has been steadily working to remove visible display cutouts without sacrificing Face ID performance. Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:41 pmApple TV has acclaimed crime drama returning this summer
Women in Blue is one of Apple TV’s growing catalog of Spanish-language series, and following its critically acclaimed first season, the release date for season 2 has just been announced. more…04:33 pmIntermittent failures across tasks due to exhausted db connections for developercli
Status: IdentifiedWe‘re investigating intermittent task failures affecting some Zaps that occurred between March 24 and March 26, 2026. We have identified the root cause as exhausted database connections in our developercli service and have deployed a fix. What happened: Between March 24 at 11:02 AM UTC and March 26 at 2:04 PM UTC, some tasks failed intermittently due to exhaustion of the database connection pool. This affected a subset of customer Zaps, though the majority of our platform remained operational. Current status: The underlying issue has been resolved. We‘re currently replaying affected tasks to ensure they complete successfully. Most tasks with auto-replay enabled are being automatically reprocessed. What you may have experienced: If you use developercli-dependent Zaps, you may have seen task failures during this window. We apologize for any disruption this caused to your workflows. Next steps: We‘re completing task replays and will provide a full update once all affected tasks have been reprocessed. We do not expect any further issues. Thank you for your patience as we work through this issue. If you have any questions, please reach out to our support team - zapier.com/app/get-help "zapier.com/app/get-help": http://zapier.com/app/get-help.Affected components Zap History (Degraded performance)04:30 pmNew HomePod Expected Alongside Updated HomePod Mini and Apple TV
On a live Q&A call today, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said Apple is planning to release a new full-sized HomePod alongside new HomePod mini and Apple TV models. Gurman reiterated that updates to all three products are on hold until Apple releases its more personalized version of Siri later this year. The revamped assistant is expected to debut in iOS 27, which will be available in beta starting in June and should be released to all users with a compatible iPhone in September. Accordingly, new HomePod, HomePod mini, and Apple TV models should be released this year. In his Power On newsletter last weekend, Gurman said new versions of the Apple TV and HomePod mini at a minimum have been "ready" since last year, and on the call today he explicitly said "yes" to a new full-sized HomePod coming as well. Inventory of the Apple TV, HomePod mini, and full-sized HomePod is once again "running low" at Apple's retail stores around the world. Earlier rumors claimed the next Apple TV would be equipped with the A17 Pro chip, which is the oldest chip that supports Apple Intelligence. The device is also expected to feature Apple's N1 chip for Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread. As for the HomePod mini, it is expected to use an Apple Watch's S9 chip or newer, but it is not entirely clear how that chip would be capable enough to support the revamped Siri powered by Apple Intelligence. Other rumored features include the N1 chip, improved sound quality, a newer Ultra Wideband chip, and a red color option. The current Apple TV 4K debuted in October 2022, and the HomePod mini was introduced in October 2020, so both devices are due for upgrades. The full-sized HomePod was last updated in January 2023. There have been no rumored upgrades for it yet beyond support for the revamped Siri.Related Roundups: Apple TV, HomePod, HomePod miniTags: Bloomberg, Mark GurmanBuyer's Guide: Apple TV (Don't Buy), HomePod (Neutral), HomePod Mini (Don't Buy)Related Forums: Apple TV and Home Theater, HomePod, HomeKit, CarPlay, Home & Auto TechnologyThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums04:26 pmMaintenance: Database Upgrade
Status: ScheduledDuring this maintenance window, some users may experience delays with triggers, and Zapier.com may return 502 (Bad Gateway) or 503 (Service Unavailable) errors. While we anticipate minimal disruption, downtime could last up to 30 minutes.Affected components Instant Triggers (Under maintenance) Website (Under maintenance) Polling Triggers (Under maintenance)04:11 pmMoving from PWA to Swift app. Few Q’s
I'm sort of sick of our clients having to use PWA so we decided its time for swift and our native app. I have few questions related to usability. Our web app has full functionality. The app is meant to be a lightweight version with fraction of features. Just so it makes more sense. It's […]04:07 pmmacOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 add compact tab bar in Safari
When macOS Tahoe and iPadOS 26 launched last fall, they removed support for an optional Safari layout: the compact tab bar. Now, the feature is back in macOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4. more…04:02 pmMacBook Neo could disrupt Chromebooks and Windows PCs, analyst says it ‘opens door’ for Apple | Mac Daily NewsMacBook Neo could disrupt Chromebooks and Windows PCs, analyst says it ‘opens door’ for Apple
Apple launched the MacBook Neo earlier this month, shaking up the budget laptop market. The $599 13-inch device — or $499 for students… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.03:44 pmDeals – Big Spring Sale day 2: AirPods Max 2 first deal, MacBook Neo, MacBook Air $300 off, more | 9 to 5 MacDeals – Big Spring Sale day 2: AirPods Max 2 first deal, MacBook Neo, MacBook Air $300 off, more
We have now moved into Day 2 of the Amazon Big Spring Sale with a batch of fresh discounts now up for grabs. Alongside the ongoing holiday pricing on AirPods Pro 3, we have the first cash deal on the brand new AirPods Max 2 at Amazon (or $130 off with trade-ins at Best Buy). Those offers are joined by Apple’s silver 24GB M4 MacBook Air back in-stock at $300 off the list price, a chance to land MacBook Neo down at $558 shipped (‘excellent’ Best Buy open-box with 1-yr. Apple warranty), and the first deals on Apple’s new Spring Collection iPhone 17 Pro and 17e cases. Head below for a closer look. more…03:31 pmOther than Apple-1, other world-changing inventions launched in 1976
Apple's 50th anniversary is also the anniversary of the Apple-1. The Apple-1 isn't the only world-changing product that came out in 1976, with many other world-changing inventions sharing the stage.The Apple-1 came out in 1976, but it wasn't the only history makerIn 1976, Steve Wozniak, Steve Jobs, and Ronald Wayne shipped Apple's first product — the Apple-1. Fifty years later, absent all three founders for various reasons, the company stands as one of the world's largest technology companies by revenue. Not only is Apple vastly profitable, it has made incredible globe-spanning strides in computing, smartphones, wearables, and more.While the Apple-1 is undeniably one of the most important devices in the home computing revolution, it was hardly the only heavy-hitter that came out that year. As it turns out, incredible strides were being made across many industries, ranging from spaceflight to medtech, consumer electronics to cryptography, with many of the inventions laying groundwork for products and systems we see today. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:30 pmToday in Apple history: Apple pays to use ‘iPad’ name
On this day in 2010, Apple paid to end a trademark dispute with Japanese multinational Fujitsu over the name "iPad" in the United States. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)03:24 pmHow do you communicate App intent / Siri commands to users?
Onboarding, and the app store description seems like obvious places, but I'm thinking something to reference more permanently in the app could be useful too. Maybe a screen accessed through the menu. When publishing new version do you include some kind of notification within the app to let existing users know about new features? […]03:18 pmNew iPhone design with quad-curved display in the works, says leaker
Apple’s rumored iPhone roadmap reveals plenty of experimentation and unique designs coming, and one of them, per Weibo leaker Digital Chat Station, will involve a quad-curved display. more…03:07 pmSwift 6.3 Released
submitted by /u/swe129 [link] [comments]02:55 pmThe Verge Explains the US Government’s Router Ban
Sean Hollister’s lively Q&A explains why the FCC’s foreign router ban won’t recall existing routers, audit new ones, or do much of anything to improve security—it just blocks future imports unless manufacturers commit to US production.Read original article02:45 pmApple's 50th: London celebrates & Sydney Opera House is lit with iPad art
The latest two events in Apple's global celebration of its 50th anniversary saw iPad artists take over the Sydney Opera House, while London danced at Apple Battersea.Nia Archives and Mumford & Sons performed at Apple Battersea — image credit: AppleApple Battersea is both a store and Apple's UK headquarters, and the company often uses the iconic Battersea Power Station building in its marketing. To mark Apple's anniversary, huge Apple logos were projected on the building, and a stage was erected in front of it.The evening saw London-based Nia Archives, award-winning DJ, singer and songwriter, playing jungle scene music. Apple says she's a "dedicated Logic Pro user", and has remixed for Jorja Smith, PinkPantheress, Jamie xx, and Fred again. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:39 pmApple TV Teases Mysterious New Horror Series With 'No Wi-Fi'
Apple has shared a mysterious teaser for Widow's Bay, a new horror-comedy series set to premiere on the Apple TV streaming service on Wednesday, April 29. Widow's Bay is described as a "quaint island town 40 miles off the coast of New England," but apparently "something lurks beneath the surface." The series stars Matthew Rhys as a mayor who is desperate to revive the struggling community. "There's no Wi-Fi, spotty cellular reception and he must contend with superstitious locals who believe their island is cursed," Apple explains. "Loftis is determined to build a better future for his teenage son and turn the island into a tourist destination," adds Apple. "Miraculously, he succeeds: tourists are finally coming. Unfortunately, the locals were right. After decades of calm, the old stories that seemed too ludicrous to be true, start happening again." Apple says Widow's Bay blends genuine horror with character-driven comedy. The first three episodes in the 10-episode season are set to premiere on Apple TV on Wednesday, April 29, and one additional episode will come out every Wednesday through June 17. The series is created and executive produced by Katie Dippold, and Hiro Murai directs five episodes this season, according to Apple. In the U.S., Apple TV is priced at $12.99 per month or $129 per year, with a free one-week trial available for new subscribers. Apple TV is also included in Apple One and Peacock bundles, with all of the options outlined on Apple's website. You can stream Apple TV in the Apple TV app, which is available on the iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV 4K, Apple Vision Pro, Android, PlayStation, Xbox, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, select smart TVs, on the web at tv.apple.com, and more.Related Roundup: Apple TVTags: Apple TV Service, Apple TV ShowsBuyer's Guide: Apple TV (Don't Buy)Related Forum: Apple TV and Home TheaterThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums02:30 pmAmazon Prime Day 'Big Spring Sale' Accessory Deals on Qi2 Chargers, Monitors, and More
We're in the middle of Amazon's "Big Spring Sale," which includes deals and offers on everything from Apple devices to clothes, kitchen electronics, furniture, and much more. The new event is set to run through March 31, so you'll have a few days of discounts to shop, with new markdowns appearing every day. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. We've already begun tracking great deals on Apple products like AirPods, iPads, and MacBooks, but today we're focusing on accessory discounts you can get during the event. This includes products from Anker, Jackery, Samsung, and more. Anker Anker's new Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station has been marked down to $104.99 during the Big Spring Sale, down from $149.99, with no need for a coupon. This accessory just launched last month, and Amazon's sale today represents a new all-time low price. $45 OFFAnker Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station for $104.99 The Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station features Qi2.2 support, which lets a compatible MagSafe iPhone charge at up to 25W. It's the same speed as Apple's MagSafe charger, and it is 10W faster than the standard Qi2 MagSafe chargers. You can also simultaneously charge an Apple Watch and AirPods with the device. There are plenty of other Anker discounts happening on Amazon this week, including the Prime 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Dock back at its all-time low price of $339.99, down from $399.99. Anker's popular 3-in-1 MagSafe-Compatible Charging Cube is also down to a new all-time low price of $79.03, down from $129.99. $60 OFFAnker Prime 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Dock for $339.99 Wall Chargers Nano USB-C Wall Charger - $27.99, down from $39.99 6-in-1 USB-C Power Strip - $59.99, down from $109.99 140W 4-Port GaN USB-C Charger - $89.99, down from $99.99 14-in-1 Prime Thunderbolt 5 Dock - $339.99, down from $399.99 Wireless Chargers 3-in-1 MagSafe-Compatible UFO Charger - $69.99, down from $89.99 3-in-1 MagSafe-Compatible Foldable Charging Station - $79.99, down from $109.99 3-in-1 MagSafe-Compatible Charging Cube - $79.03, down from $129.99 3-in-1 Prime Wireless Charging Station - $104.99, down from $149.99 Prime MagSafe-Compatible 3-in-1 Charging Station - $149.99, down from $229.99 Portable Chargers SOLIX C300 Power Station with Lantern - $169.99, down from $249.00 Prime Power Bank 26,250 mAh - $199.99, down from $229.99 SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station - $428.99, down from $799.00 SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station - $749.00, down from $1,499.00 Apple: The First 50 Years This month, tech columnist David Pogue launched a new book called "Apple: The First 50 Years." On Amazon, you can get the new book for $34.38 in hardcover, down from $50.00, the best price we've seen so far on the book. 30% OFFApple: The First 50 Years for $34.38 The book explores the first five decades of Apple's history, including interviews with 150 key people who shaped Apple into what it is today, like Steve Wozniak, John Sculley, Jony Ive, and more. The book is launching to coincide with Apple's upcoming 50th anniversary on April 1, 2026. UGREEN UGREEN is discounting its entire range of NASync personal storage accessories, with up to 20 percent off on Amazon during the Big Spring Sale. UGREEN NAS 2-Bay DH2300 Desktop Personal Storage - $175.99, down from $219.99 UGREEN NAS 2-Bay DXP2800 Desktop Personal Storage - $346.99, down from $439.99 UGREEN NAS 4-Bay Desktop Personal Storage - $351.99, down from $439.99 UGREEN NAS 4-Bay DXP4800 Personal Storage - $583.99, down from $729.99 UGREEN NAS 6-Bay DXP6800 Personal Storage - $967.99, down from $1,209.99 Portable Power Stations Anker SOLIX The majority of Anker's portable power station deals are from the SOLIX brand on Amazon, and all of these deals have been automatically applied on each page. There are plenty of notable discounts, including the popular Anker SOLIX C300 Portable Power Station with Lantern for $169.99, down from $249.99. UP TO 56% OFFAnker SOLIX Sale Anker 521 PowerHouse - $169.99, down from $219.99 SOLIX C300 with Lantern - $169.99, down from $249.99 SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 - $428.99, down from $799.00 SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 with Solar Panel - $699.99, down from $1,598.00 SOLIX F2000 - $799.99, down from $1,999.00 SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 - $749.00, down from $1,499.00 SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 with Solar Panel - $969.98, down from $1,998.00 SOLIX E10 Whole-Home Backup System - $4,299.00, down from $5,799.00 Jackery Explorer 300 Portable Power Station + Solar Panel - $369.00, down from $499.00 Explorer 1000 V2 Portable Power Station - $429.00, down from $799.00 HomePower 3000 Portable Power Station - $1,198.99, down from $2,499.00 HomePower 3000 Portable Power Station + Solar Panels - $1,698.99, down from $2,999.00 HomePower 3600 Plus Portable Power Station - $2,149.00, down from $3,699.00 Samsung Samsung has a few monitors on sale during the Amazon Big Spring Sale, with over $700 in savings on select models. One of the best all-around deals is on the 49-inch Odyssey G95C Curved Gaming Monitor at $699.99, down from $999.99, but you can find even more on sale below. $300 OFFSamsung 49-Inch Odyssey Gaming Monitor for $849.99 27-inch Odyssey G61SD Gaming Monitor - $649.99, down from $799.99 49-inch Odyssey G95C Curved Gaming Monitor - $699.99, down from $999.99 49-inch Odyssey G91SD Curved Gaming Monitor - $799.99, down from $1,299.99 27-inch Odyssey 3D G90XF Monitor - $849.99, down from $1,999.99 49-inch Odyssey G95SD Curved Gaming Monitor - $1,197.99, down from $1,899.99 57-inch Odyssey Neo G95NC Curved Gaming Monitor - $1,580.21, down from $2,299.99 If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find in 2026? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums02:25 pmApple adds 4 new partners to its American Manufacturing Program
As part of a $600 billion commitment, Apple adds partners to its American Manufacturing Program, including Bosch and TDK. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)02:24 pmApple’s plans for Siri in iOS 27 sound like exactly what I want
Earlier this week, a Bloomberg report outlined Apple’s big plans for a Siri overhaul in iOS 27. And if it proves accurate, I’m very excited for the direction Apple’s taking with Siri. more…02:24 pmApple’s plans for Siri in iOS 27 sound like exactly what I want
Earlier this week, a Bloomberg report outlined Apple’s big plans for a Siri overhaul in iOS 27. And if it proves accurate, I’m very excited for the direction Apple’s taking with Siri. more…02:18 pmVivaldi Browser Brings Two-Level Tab Stacks to iPhone and iPad
Vivaldi has released version 7.9 of its iOS browser, introducing two-level tab stacks, Safari import tools, and a new Daily Image feature. Two-level tab stacks is said to be the browser's most-requested iOS feature, having been available on Android since 2021. Tabs are now grouped into stacks displayed in the top row of the Tab Bar, with the tabs inside each stack appearing in a second row below, but only when that stack is active, in order to keep the interface clean. There are two stacking styles included: Two-Level and Accordion. Users can select their preference in the app via Settings ➝ Tabs ➝ Tab Stacking Style. Creating a stack involves long-pressing the New Tab button and selecting New Tab Stack. As mentioned, version 7.9 also comes with a new option to import bookmarks, passwords, browsing history, and stored payment information directly from Safari. The feature can be found in Settings ➝ Safari Import, and requires just a single step and confirmation. Elsewhere, the new Daily Image feature shows a new curated photograph on the Start Page each day. Users can now also optionally sync that image as their iPhone wallpaper, keeping their Start Page and Home screen in step and refreshed automatically every day. Vivaldi 7.9 is available now for iPhone and iPad via the App Store. [Direct Link]Tag: VivaldiThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums02:08 pmApple’s rumored 200MP move would bring iPhone camera in line with competitors
Apple may finally join the 200MP camera race, as a leak suggests it is testing a 200MP sensor for the 2027 iPhone. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)02:06 pmApple Still Aiming for 20th Anniversary iPhone With All-Screen Display
Apple continues to test under-screen camera technology as it works toward a 20th-anniversary iPhone with an uninterrupted display, according to Chinese leaker Digital Chat Station. Apple has long been rumored to be planning a major redesign for 2027. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported last May that the company is aiming for an all-glass device "without any cutouts in the display." More recently, however, there have been signs that Apple's under-display ambitions could take longer to materialize. In January, display analyst Ross Young said the smaller Dynamic Island expected on this year's iPhone 18 Pro models is likely to persist through 2027. Just this week, leaker Fixed Focus Digital similarly claimed Apple is still facing challenges with under-display Face ID, and may instead focus on gradually shrinking the cutout. Digital Chat Station's latest comments suggest a similar incremental approach. According to the leaker, Apple's roadmap moves from a smaller Dynamic Island with some Face ID components under the display – potentially for the iPhone 18 Pro – to a further reduced cutout with a hole-punch camera and fully under-display Face ID by 2027. However, the timeline suggests the fully uninterrupted display could be reserved for a higher-end 20th-anniversary model. Indeed, Digital Chat Station says Apple is continuing to test an all-screen device with a quad-curved display that wraps around all four edges, creating a more borderless look. For Apple to realize a true all-glass design, though, it will need to eliminate the remaining front-facing cutout entirely. Whether current under-display technologies can meet Apple's standards in time remains to be seen.Tags: 20th-Anniversary iPhone, Digital Chat StationThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums02:02 pmUnite Pro 1.1
Brings a plethora of improvements following the site-specific browser's recent reset. ($39.99 new, free update, 34.1 MB, macOS 15+)01:58 pmWhatsApp joins the appalling trend for AI-written replies to messages
If there’s one aspect of Apple Intelligence I really detest, it’s the suggested replies to iMessages. Meta is now emulating this with a new update to its Writing Help feature in WhatsApp. The idea is that instead of actually replying to our friends with, you know, genuine human communication, we can just have AI send something generic instead … more…01:58 pmWhatsApp joins the appalling trend for AI-written replies to messages
If there’s one aspect of Apple Intelligence I really detest, it’s the suggested replies to iMessages. Meta is now emulating this with a new update to its Writing Help feature in WhatsApp. The idea is that instead of actually replying to our friends with, you know, genuine human communication, we can just have AI send something generic instead … more…01:58 pmWhatsApp joins the appalling trend for AI-written replies to messages
If there’s one aspect of Apple Intelligence I really detest, it’s the suggested replies to iMessages. Meta is now emulating this with a new update to its Writing Help feature in WhatsApp. The idea is that instead of actually replying to our friends with, you know, genuine human communication, we can just have AI send something generic instead … more…01:53 pmApple Massively Discounts iPhone Air on Amazon in UK
Apple is selling the iPhone Air with up to a 30% discount on its official Amazon storefront in the United Kingdom, marking a steep and highly unusual direct price reduction. The sale price brings the 256GB iPhone Air down to as low as £699 across two colorways (Sky Blue and Space Black), both reduced from their original £999 price. The Light Gold 256GB model is currently listed at £749, while the White 256GB configuration sits at £799. All four colors are available with free next-day delivery. 512GB models are also discounted: The Cloud White configuration is listed at £1,049, down from £1,199, while other colors are available from £899. The 1TB model is similarly reduced, with pricing starting from £1,099 for the Space Black option, down from £1,399. The reduction of up to 30% represents the lowest price at which the iPhone Air has ever been available directly from Apple in any market. It is also unprecedented for Apple to heavily discount a current-generation iPhone. Apple never normally discounts its current lineup and the company typically holds firm on pricing until a model is superseded. This appears to support the narrative that the iPhone Air has not been the commercial success Apple had hoped for. The device is widely believed to have struggled since its launch in September last year. A KeyBanc Capital Markets survey revealed "virtually no demand" for the iPhone Air, and Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reported that suppliers had been asked to reduce capacity by more than 80% between launch and the first quarter of 2026, with some components discontinued by the end of 2025. Apple reportedly cut production orders to nearly "end of production" levels, and supplier Foxconn reportedly dismantled all of its production lines for the device, while Luxshare stopped production at the end of October. The device is now believed to be out of production and Apple may simply be selling through its existing stockpile of the device. Mizuho Securities found the iPhone Air was the only outlier in an otherwise strong iPhone 17 cycle, with Apple cutting Air production by one million units while increasing orders for all other models by two million. The iPhone Air is believed to have captured just 6.8% of iPhone 17 generation sales in the U.S. in its launch quarter, compared to 30.6% for the iPhone 17 Pro and 55.5% for the Pro Max. Analysts have pointed to price as the central issue: The iPhone Air launched at $999, just $100 less than the $1,099 iPhone 17 Pro, which offers a triple-lens rear camera and substantially better speakers and battery life. Rival smartphone manufacturers including Xiaomi, Oppo, and Vivo have either cancelled or adjusted development plans for their own ultra-thin models in response to the iPhone Air's poor reception, with Samsung similarly reportedly cancelling the Galaxy S26 Edge after the Galaxy S25 Edge sold poorly. The Information reported in November that Apple has delayed the second-generation iPhone Air, which had been scheduled to launch alongside the iPhone 18 Pro in fall 2026. The next version of the device could feature a second rear camera in response to customer feedback and launch in spring 2027.Related Roundup: iPhone AirTags: Amazon, United KingdomBuyer's Guide: iPhone Air (Buy Now)This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums01:52 pmRussia SMS Carrier Maintenance – MegaFon
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 30, 14:00 PDT - Mar 31, 18:00 PDTMar 26, 06:48 PDTScheduled - The MegaFon network in Russia is conducting a planned maintenance from 30 March 2026 at 14:00 PDT until 31 March 2026 at 18:00 PDT. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to MegaFon Russia handsets.Firehose II – Jobs, Deals, Apps
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