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TechDirt: West Virginia’s anti-Apple CSAM lawsuit would help child predators walk free

West Virginia’s anti-Apple CSAM lawsuit would help child predators walk free, Mike Masnick writes in a TechDirt article. On February West Virginia’s attorney general filed a consumer protection lawsuit against Apple, claiming the tech giant has failed to prevent child...

Apple TV’s ‘The Studio’ won for ‘Best Supervision in a Television Comedy’ at the annual Guild of Music Supervisors Awards

Apple TV’s “The Studio” won for “Best Supervision in a Television Comedy” at the annual Guild of Music Supervisors Awards. The awards recognize music supervisors in 14 categories, representing movies, television, games and trailers. You can find a complete list...

Apple collects four trophies at the 30th Art Directors Guild (ADG) Awards

Apple collects four trophies at the 30th Art Directors Guild (ADG) Awards. The awards recognize excellence in production design and art direction in the film and television industries. You can find a complete list of winners here. “Palm Royale” won in the “One-Hour...

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Apple wants you to be able to control HomePods with just a gaze to active Siri

Apple has been granted yet another patent (number US 11619991 B2) for controlling devices such as HomePods with a gaze that activates Siri. The patent relates generally to computer user interfaces, and more specifically to techniques for controlling electronic devices...

Apple wants to make it easier for multiple users to interact with devices in a smart home set-up

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Report; Apple’s attempts at preventing stores from unionizing are apparently working

In his latest “Power On” newsletters, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman says Apple’s attempts to keep its stores from unionizing are continuing, with the tech giant looking to avoid the kind of labor inroads seen at companies like Amazon.com and Starbucks. From the report: Over...

Apple patent filing hints at flexible speakers in its devices

Forget the rumored flexible iPhone. Apple has filed for a patent (number 20230055725 A1) for flexible speakers that hints at HomePods and HomePod minis could be bendable, as well as speakers in various other devices. About the patent filing: In the patent filing Apple...

USB report: Apple TV+ growth ‘appears to have flat-lined’

As noted by Yahoo! Finance, according to UBS Evidence Lab‘s fourth annual video streaming survey, which polled 1,200 Americans on their video viewing habits, Apple TV+ is falling behind relative to competitors and “appears to have flat-lined.” “Just ~22% [of] iPhone...

The AirPower, like the original HomePod, might yet return to life

Apple has been granted yet another patent (11588356 B2) — one of dozens — that hint that the abandoned AirPower product could be revived. Hey, if the full-sized HomePod can return to life, any ditched product has hope. About the patent The AirPower (pictured in an...

Six Apple devices make list of ‘most iconic computers ever made’

Six Apple devices made Stuff’s list of the most iconic computers ever made. They are the: iMac G3 (1998, pictured), Macintosh 128K (1984), Mac mini (2005); iBook G3 (1999); iMac (2007), and iPad (2010). Also on the list are the: BBC Micro (1981), Alienware...

Apple wants to make it easy to disable payments if your device gets stolen or lost

Apple has been granted a patent (number 11580518 B2) for “disabling mobile payments for lost electronic devices.” The goal is to make it easy to stop payments on a Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, etc., is lost or stolen. About the patent Many modern electronic devices...

Apple wants to make it easy to disable payments if your device gets stolen or lost

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02:26 pm
Apple touts Fusion Architecture for M5 Pro and M5 Max chips with ‘super cores’ | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple touts Fusion Architecture for M5 Pro and M5 Max chips with ‘super cores’
Apple has just announced the new, more powerful MacBook Pro models powered by the M5 Pro and M5 Max chips. In previous editions of Apple Silicon, the Pro variant was essentially just two chips, while the Max was four. But for the M5 generation, Apple has combined two dies into a single chip … more…
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Apple published a new Press Release | Is the Apple Store Down?
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Apple just published a new Press Release:Apple introduces the new MacBook Air with M5
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Apple debuts powerful M5 Pro and M5 Max systems on a chip | Mac Daily News
Apple debuts powerful M5 Pro and M5 Max systems on a chip
Apple today announced M5 Pro and M5 Max, the world’s most advanced chips for pro laptops, powering the new MacBook Pro. The chips are… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max arrive, with few surprises | AppleInsider
MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max arrive, with few surprises
Apple's inexorable MacBook Pro update cycle continues with the addition of AI-centric M5 Pro and M5 Max processors, Apple's N1 chip, and a bit more.M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro preorders start March 4 - Image Credit: AppleWhen the M5 launched in October 2025, it was only added to the base 14-inch MacBook Pro, the iPad Pro, and Apple Vision Pro. In 2024, Apple released M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max at once, so it was a move back to the previous longer cycle.The M5 Pro and M5 Max arrive with more powerful specs and higher configuration options than the base M5. They've been included in the higher-end 14-inch MacBook Pro and 16-inch MacBook Pro. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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02:10 pm
Apple announces M5 MacBook Air with 2x storage, faster SSD, $1099 starting price | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple announces M5 MacBook Air with 2x storage, faster SSD, $1099 starting price
Apple has officially announced the new M5 MacBook Air. While the starting price has increased by $100, it now comes with double the starting storage, faster SSD speeds, and higher top-end storage. more…
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02:07 pm
Apple unveils new Studio Display and all-new Studio Display XDR | Mac Daily News
Apple unveils new Studio Display and all-new Studio Display XDR
The new Studio Display features a 12MP Center Stage camera, now with improved image quality and support for Desk View; a studio-quality… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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02:06 pm
Apple announces Studio Display XDR with 120Hz refresh rate, mini-LED, more | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple announces Studio Display XDR with 120Hz refresh rate, mini-LED, more
Apple has officially announced the Studio Display XDR, which it says “delivers the most advanced display technology and a robust set of features for pro users who need the ultimate front-of-screen performance.” The new Studio Display XDR features a 27-inch 5K Retina XDR display with 5120-by-2880 resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and more. Head below for the details. more…
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02:05 pm
Apple launches new generation of Studio Display | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple launches new generation of Studio Display
Apple today announced its new external display lineup, with an updated Studio Display and the introduction of the brand new Studio Display XDR. The new Studio Display features a 12-megapixel Center Stage camera, and Thunderbolt 5 support. The new Studio Display is on sale starting tomorrow, priced at $1599 and $1499 for education. more…
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02:05 pm
Apple launches new MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple launches new MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips
Apple has unveiled new MacBook Pro models today, powered by M5 Pro and M5 Max chips. Here are the details. more…
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Setapp now lets users buy or subscribe to selected apps individually | 9 to 5 Mac
Setapp now lets users buy or subscribe to selected apps individually
Starting today, select Setapp apps will offer standalone monthly, yearly, and one-time purchase options. Here are the details. more…
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Apple just published a new Press Release:Apple introduces MacBook Pro with all-new M5 Pro and M5 Max
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T-Mobile rolls out aggressive deals on Apple’s new iPhone 17e and M4 iPad Air | Mac Daily News
T-Mobile rolls out aggressive deals on Apple’s new iPhone 17e and M4 iPad Air
T-Mobile is launching a series of compelling offers tied to Apple's newly announced iPhone 17e and updated iPad Air, emphasizing immediate… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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Apple published a new Press Release | Is the Apple Store Down?
Apple published a new Press Release
Apple just published a new Press Release:Apple unveils new Studio Display and all-new Studio Display XDR
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Apple just published a new Press Release:Apple debuts M5 Pro and M5 Max to supercharge the most demanding pro workflows
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01:35 pm
What privacy? As expected, Meta Ray-Bans are a privacy disaster | AppleInsider
What privacy? As expected, Meta Ray-Bans are a privacy disaster
Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses are a privacy nightmare, with footage of naked people, sensitive information, and violent acts captured and seen by Meta's AI and an army of employees.Meta Ray-Bans in use - Image Credit: MetaSmart glasses are a trendy item that relies on cameras to feed AI models and to answer queries. However, while this is viewed as a fun feature by many and a way to film their life in a hands-free way, it's still a massive privacy issue if not used correctly.An investigation by Svenska Dagbladet on February 27 looked into the workings of the Meta Ray-Ban partnership and its AI glasses. It found that the footage is collected and seen by many eyes, including human trainers of AI. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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01:26 pm
BenQ launches $999 glossy 5K 27-inch Thunderbolt 4 monitor to rival Apple Studio Display | 9 to 5 Mac
BenQ launches $999 glossy 5K 27-inch Thunderbolt 4 monitor to rival Apple Studio Display
While it may not be from Apple, there’s a new Mac display entering the market today. BenQ just announced its new 5K 27-inch glossy monitor, the MA270S, which looks like a great alternative to their awesome 5K 27-inch matte display monitor. more…
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01:00 pm
Google Primes Chrome for a Post-Quantum World | TechNewsWorld
Google Primes Chrome for a Post-Quantum World
Google is testing a new certificate architecture in Chrome designed to protect HTTPS and TLS connections from future quantum computer attacks without slowing web performance or straining bandwidth. The post appeared first on TechNewsWorld.
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The worst thing about the iPhone 17e? It’s not pink enough | Macworld
The worst thing about the iPhone 17e? It’s not pink enough
Macworld My initial reaction to the launch of the iPhone 17e was cautiously positive. They’ve added MagSafe and a faster chip, I noted, exactly as expected. But they’ve also doubled the starting storage at the same price, made the display more scratch-resistant, and added a much-needed third color option. My optimism did not last long, however. The 17e’s version of MagSafe is capped at 15W compared to the iPhone 16’s 22W and the iPhone 17’s 25W. That faster chip, predictably, is a binned version of the A19 that has one fewer GPU core than the chip in the iPhone 17. And as for the new color? That’s the real insult. Important background: I’m a big fan, you might even say an evangelist, of pink tech. Back in the fall of 2024 I argued passionately for the inclusion of pink and other vibrant colors on pro devices, and the following month I praised the hot pink of the iPhone 16 Plus, which put its predecessor’s feeble rose blush firmly in the shade. So I was excited to read that the iPhone 17e now comes in Soft Pink. Then I saw it, and well, I think the word “Soft” is underselling quite how unpink the iPhone 17e appears to be. I might suggest an alternative name, such as Barely Pink or Not Identifiably Pink, or Off-White. To give an idea of how much Apple’s allegedly pink devices can vary in hue, look at the iPhone 15 Plus (in pink) and the iPhone 16 Plus (also in pink; nice simple names, these) sitting side by side on my armchair. You’ll note that the 15 Plus looks almost white, although there’s a perceptible pinkish tinge if you narrow your eyes. Whereas the 16 Plus is a real and unmistakable pink, bold and unapologetic. This iPhone 15 Plus (left) and iPhone 16 Plus are both supposed to be pink.David Price / Foundry It’s worth noting that real-world photos like this tend to undersell the vibrancy of phone colors, and the 15 Plus doesn’t look quite so washed out in person. But for comparison purposes, this is an effective illustration of how much less pink we got for our money in the 15-series generation. Now let’s compare the 15 Plus and the 16 Plus to the newly announced iPhone 17e, using Apple’s official artwork. Never forget what they took from you. Apple The 17e, as you can clearly see, doesn’t merely go back to the underpowered pink of the iPhone 15 Plus; it manages to be even less pink. One might even suspect that Apple is using a deliberately half-hearted color finish as a way to encourage upsell to a more expensive handset, much as the black/white options last year were one of the 16e’s numerous small disappointments. The iPhone 17 doesn’t offer pink at all, but its sage finish is rather lovely in a more understated way, and is at least identifiably green. One last illustration, to add a couple of older pink iPhones. Apple We can see that the glorious iPhone 16 generation was something of a one-off for Apple. Not even the iPhone XR got a bright pink to go with its bright blue, yellow, and coral. The iPhone 7 and iPhone 13 couldn’t be described as hot pink by any means. But they were still a sight pinker than the iPhone 17e. And I refuse to call that progress.
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Right now is a great time to quit doomscrolling – here’s how | 9 to 5 Mac
Right now is a great time to quit doomscrolling – here’s how
It shouldn’t come as any surprise that multiple studies have associated doomscrolling – compulsively consuming bad news and depressing content – with negative impacts on mental health. Resisting the urge to do this can be especially challenging at times of international crisis like this, but it’s also never more important than right now … more…
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12:33 pm
CodeWeavers CrossOver for Mac review: Run Windows apps on Mac without installing Windows | Macworld
CodeWeavers CrossOver for Mac review: Run Windows apps on Mac without installing Windows
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros 14-day free trial Doesn’t require a full version of Windows Improved interface and ease of use Regular updates, good technical support Cons Some Windows apps aren’t compatible Can be complicated to use Requires Rosetta on Apple Silicon Our Verdict CodeWeavers is one of the simplest ways to run Windows apps on a Mac, and you don’t even need Windows. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Retailer Price CodeWeavers $74 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Price When Reviewed$59.95 for a year, $494 for life Best Prices Today: CrossOver for Mac Retailer Price CodeWeavers $74 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Best for: Mac gamers who want to avoid buying Windows and for running older Windows apps. Not for: Users who need guaranteed compatibility and Apple Silicon users who want fully native performance – CrossOver requires Rosetta to work on Apple Silicon and some apps don’t work. CrossOver is based on WINE, which is one of the best options for running Windows software on your Mac. And, like WINE, it uses a compatibility layer that allows Windows apps to run on the Mac without actually requiring a full version of Windows to be installed as well. That can save you a lot of money, as you do need to buy a copy of Windows for use with virtualisation programs such as Parallels Desktop and VMware Fusion. But although WINE is a free, open-source program, it’s too complicated for most non-technical users, so the team at CodeWeavers developed CrossOver as a more straightforward and user-friendly alternative – that comes with technical support to help with installing a wide variety of Windows games and software. However, there are tradeoffs in comparison with full virtual machine options like Parallels and VMware, with compatibility not guaranteed, and some apps unable to run at all. See how CrossOver compares to other Mac Virtual Machines we have tested in: Best Virtual Machine for Mac. Our review is updated for 2026 to take account of the new version: CrossOver 26. CrossOver Performance At the moment, CrossOver is based on code that was originally written for Intel processors, so it relies on Apple’s Rosetta to run on Macs with Apple Silicon, but performance still seems to be pretty good, and CodeWeavers states that it is working on native support for Apple Silicon for the future. CrossOver works with a wide range of Windows software and apps, but many CrossOver users are dedicated Mac gamers, so much of CodeWeavers’ work is focused on getting it to work with popular Windows games. And, in fact, the Game Porting Kit that Apple provides to help games developers produce Mac versions of their games is based on open-source code from CodeWeavers – so these guys really know what they’re doing. There’s also a database on their web site that provides compatibility information and advice for running hundreds of Windows apps and games. CrossOver Usability CrossOver has always aimed to be more user-friendly than WINE, by allowing you to install Windows apps into ‘bottles’ – which are self-contained files that can be launched and run on your Mac without requiring a full copy of Windows. You can create lots of different bottles for different apps, and bottles can even be configured to provide compatibility with different versions of Windows. This is useful as it allows you to create bottles that are suitable for older games and software that might require a particular version of Windows in order to run properly. Even so, CrossOver can still be quite complicated at times, so version 22 introduced a new interface that was redesigned to be more Mac-like, and also to provide more help when installing many Windows apps and games. When you launch CrossOver you see the main Install window, which lists some popular Windows apps and games, such as The Witcher 3 and Diablo IV, and even productivity tools such as the Quicken accounting software for business users. There’s also a search tool that provides information on hundreds of other Windows apps, and an indication of how well they run with CrossOver. But, as we discovered, there are degrees of compatibility here, with some apps that run well, while others may run with problems – and some may simply not work with CrossOver at all. But, somewhat to my surprise, I was able to install and run a 20-year old copy of Microsoft Publisher from an old DVD with no trouble at all, and also Icewind Dale II, an old favourite of mine that doesn’t seem to be widely available these days. Latest CrossOver updates CrossOver continues to receive regular updates, many of which focus on improving support for specific Windows games. The most recent update came in February 2026: What’s new in CrossOver 26 CrossOver 26 was released in February 2026. Whilst there aren’t many major new features, this update does provide numerous technical updates that focus on improving performance for running Windows apps – and games in particular. Core engine update: As we’ve mentioned, CrossOver is based on the open-source WINE software, which allows Windows apps and games to run on macOS as well as other Linux-based operating systems. CrossOver 26 now adopts the latest Wine 11.0, which, according to the developers at CodeWeavers, introduces more than 6,000 technical improvements, and fixes hundreds of bugs. Gaming and graphics: Apple makes a contribution too, as its Game Porting Toolkit (GPT) – which uses open-source elements taken from both WINE and CrossOver – also includes a feature developed by Apple itself, called D3DMetal. This is designed to improve compatibility between games that use the Windows D3D graphics system and Apple’s own Metal graphics software, and CrossOver 26 now supports the latest version of D3DMetal 3.0, which should help to improve compatibility and graphics performance with many Windows games. Interface changes: There are also some interface updates in CrossOver 26 to help it work more smoothly with the Liquid Glass interface in macOS Tahoe. And, of course, there are some fixes for a number of popular games that may not have worked well with CrossOver in the past. These include recent, big-name titles such as Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, The Outer Worlds 2 and – right at the top of my own gaming wishlist – the multi-award-winning Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. What was new in CrossOver 25 The March 2025 launch of CrossOver 25 was one of the biggest updates of recent years, with CrossOver promising to bring “next level gaming to the Mac”. Core engine update: Some of the new features in v25 were under-the-bonnet changes, such as adopting the latest version of the underlying WINE technology, which CodeWeavers claims includes thousands of programming updates to improve performance and compatibility. Gaming and graphics: This update also introduced a new graphics technology, called DXMT that, according to CodeWeavers, provides better performance for less powerful Mac models when running Windows games that use DX11 graphics. The update added improved compatibility with lots of big-name Windows games, allowing you to play games such as Path Of Exile 2, Dragon’s Dogma 2, and Fallout 76 for the first time. And, along with Steam, CrossOver 25 now supports the Windows versions of the GoG and Epic game stores so that you can download games that you own from those stores. Installation process improvements: CodeWeavers also continues to further streamline the installation process for Windows games and apps for new users who may not have a lot of technical experience. As well as providing a list of popular games and other apps that work well with CrossOver, this new version now has the ability to connect to the compatibility database stored on the CodeWeavers website, and can automatically apply the best graphics and audio settings for a variety of different games. CrossOver Price That technical support means that CrossOver isn’t free, costing $74/£60 for a license that provides 12 months of technical support and updates, or you can pay $494/£414 for lifetime support. However, there’s a 14-day free trial available, so that you can see if it works with the Windows software and games that you want to run before buying (and there’s also a version of CrossOver available for Linux as well). Should you buy CodeWeavers CrossOver? The sheer effort that the CodeWeavers team puts into providing regular updates for CrossOver is impressive, and we’ve had good experiences using their tech support to get help running the Windows version of Steam on our ageing office iMac. Even so, CrossOver can still be rather complicated for new users, so it’s definitely worth downloading the trial version to see how well it works with your favourite Windows games and other Windows software.
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Sunday February 08
01:45 pm
Report Reveals iOS 26.4 Beta Release Date | MacRumors
Report Reveals iOS 26.4 Beta Release Date
Apple is set to release the first beta version of iOS 26.4 later this month, providing the first real-world look at the Apple Intelligence features promised at WWDC 2024, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman claims. Gurman revealed the timing in his "Power On" newsletter. Barring further delays, the first beta version of iOS 26.4 is apparently set to release to developers during the week of February 23. The update will "include some components" of the long-anticipated improvements to Siri. Gurman added that iOS 27 will deliver further ‌Apple Intelligence‌ improvements, but WWDC will be "a fairly muted affair this year." The main new features will be a "more personalized ‌Siri‌ with a chatbot interface." Apple is said to be focused on improving performance, fixing bugs, and fine-tuning the design of its software platforms this year. Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Tags: Apple Intelligence, Bloomberg, Mark Gurman, SiriRelated Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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01:29 pm
iPad 12 and iPad Air 8 Reportedly Coming Soon | MacRumors
iPad 12 and iPad Air 8 Reportedly Coming Soon
Apple is planning to launch new iPad and iPad Air models in the near future, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports. Writing in today's "Power On" newsletter, Gurman explained that updated iPads are "coming soon," including a new entry-level ‌iPad‌ and a new ‌iPad Air‌. Both devices are not expected to feature design changes or major enhancements, instead focusing on new chips. The 12th-generation ‌iPad‌ is set to feature the A18 chip, while the eighth-generation ‌iPad Air‌ will apparently feature the M4 chip. The iPad mini is said to be the only new ‌iPad‌ set to get a bigger upgrade this year, moving to an OLED display. The new chip is perhaps most significant for the ‌iPad‌, which will facilitate Apple Intelligence support on the device for the first time. Apple announced the 11th-generation ‌iPad‌ in March 2025 with the A16 chip, which does not support ‌Apple Intelligence‌, despite the technology being widely available across Apple's other devices at that time. The ‌iPad‌ saw strong sales over the holidays, largely driven by the entry-level model. Apple purportedly plans to market the new model heavily to enterprise customers. Related Roundup: iPadTags: Bloomberg, Mark GurmanBuyer's Guide: iPad (Don't Buy)Related Forum: iPadThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Gurman: iPhone 17e Launch 'Imminent' With Four New Features | MacRumors
Gurman: iPhone 17e Launch 'Imminent' With Four New Features
Apple's iPhone 17e is set to launch "imminently" with at least four new features, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. In the latest edition of his "Power On" newsletter, Gurman said that the new lost-cost ‌iPhone‌ will feature the A19 chip first introduced with the iPhone 17 last year. The device will also address one of the most glaring omissions from the current generation and add MagSage connectivity. The device is also apparently set to feature Apple's latest cellular modem, the C1X chip, as well as its N1 chip for Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and Thread connectivity. Gurman added that the device is set to be sold at the same $599 starting price as the iPhone 16e, proposing to offer more features for the same cost. Apple is said to be planning to market the ‌iPhone‌ 17e heavily to users in emerging markets and enterprises, and could benefit from weakened competition in the segment from competitors like Google and Samsung. Tags: Bloomberg, Mark GurmanThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Saturday February 07
08:26 pm
Apple Testing Two Major iPhone 18 Pro Camera Upgrades | MacRumors
Apple Testing Two Major iPhone 18 Pro Camera Upgrades
Apple is actively testing two major rear camera improvements for the iPhone, according to a reputable leaker. The Weibo user known as "Digital Chat Station" claims that Apple is testing a new main camera for the ‌iPhone‌ with a variable aperture. A variable aperture allows the camera to adjust the amount of light that reaches the sensor. This means that in dark environments, the aperture can be opened to receive more light, while in light environments, it can be closed to prevent over-exposure. It also should provide users with greater control over depth of field, which refers to how sharp a subject appears in the foreground compared to the background. The claim corroborates a multitude of previous rumors that the iPhone 18 Pro and ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro Max will feature an upgraded main camera with a variable aperture. In December 2024, Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo was first to say that that the main rear camera on both ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro models will offer variable aperture. A more recent report from October 2025 said Apple was moving ahead with plans to bring the technology to next-generation iPhones and was discussing components with suppliers. Apple has never used a variable aperture on an ‌iPhone‌ camera before. The main cameras on all of the ‌iPhone‌ 14 Pro through iPhone 17 Pro models have a fixed aperture of ƒ/1.78, and the lens is always fully open and shooting with this aperture. Samsung Electronics previously brought a variable aperture camera to its Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S10 models in 2018 and 2019, but due to increased thickness and high price, it dropped the feature in 2020. Secondly, the leaker reiterated their claim that that Apple is testing a new telephoto camera with a larger aperture for the ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro. The ‌iPhone 17 Pro‌ models feature a telephoto camera with an ƒ/2.8 aperture. While the camera was upgraded to a 48-megapixel sensor, which was a substantial improvement over the 12-megapixel sensor used on previous generations, it retained the same aperture size. A larger aperture on the ‌iPhone‌'s telephoto camera would primarily improve light gathering, noise performance, shutter speed, and background separation. Other rumors suggest that the ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro models could also gain a teleconverter to increase effective focal length and improve zoom reach, as well as a 24-megapixel front-facing camera. They are expected to launch in the fall alongside the first foldable ‌iPhone‌. Related Roundup: iPhone 18Tag: Digital Chat StationRelated Forum: iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple Shows Off a Key Reason to Upgrade to the iPhone 17 | MacRumors
Apple Shows Off a Key Reason to Upgrade to the iPhone 17
Apple today shared an ad that shows how the upgraded Center Stage front camera on the latest iPhones improves the process of taking a group selfie. "Watch how the new front facing camera on iPhone 17 Pro takes group selfies that automatically expand and rotate as more people come into frame," says Apple. While the ad is focused on the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max, the regular iPhone 17 and the iPhone Air have the same Center Stage front camera with this functionality. Apple provided more details in its iPhone 17 press releases last year:Users no longer have to rotate their iPhone to take a landscape selfie — they can now take photos and videos in portrait or landscape while holding their iPhone vertically, enabling a more comfortable, secure grip and centred gaze. For group shots, Center Stage for photos uses AI to automatically expand the field of view and can rotate from portrait to landscape to include everyone in the frame.All four of the latest iPhone models are equipped with an 18-megapixel Center Stage front camera with a square image sensor.Related Roundups: iPhone 17, iPhone 17 ProTag: Apple AdsBuyer's Guide: iPhone 17 (Neutral), iPhone 17 Pro (Neutral)Related Forum: iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Get $100 Off Apple Watch Series 11 on Amazon, Available From $299 | MacRumors
Get $100 Off Apple Watch Series 11 on Amazon, Available From $299
Amazon this weekend has all-time low prices on the Apple Watch Series 11, with $100 discounts across numerous models of the smartwatch. This time around, we're tracking these record low prices on nearly every aluminum model. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. You can get the 42mm GPS Apple Watch Series 11 for $299.00, down from $399.00, and the 46mm GPS model for $329.00, down from $429.00. On Amazon, you'll find four of the 42mm GPS models on sale at this all-time low price, and four of the 46mm GPS models on sale as well. $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (42mm GPS) for $299.00 $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (46mm GPS) for $329.00 If you're shopping for cellular models, you can find record low prices on multiple models this week on Amazon. The 42mm cellular Apple Watch Series 11 has hit $399.00, down from $499.00, and the 46mm cellular model has hit $429.00, down from $529.00. $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (42mm Cell) for $399.00 $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (46mm Cell) for $429.00 Head to our full Deals Roundup to get caught up with all of the latest deals and discounts that we've been tracking over the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find in 2026? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Top Stories: iOS 26.3 and 26.4 Features, Foldable iPhone Details, and More | MacRumors
Top Stories: iOS 26.3 and 26.4 Features, Foldable iPhone Details, and More
The iOS 26.3 release looks to be right around the corner with a highly anticipated iOS 26.4 update following right behind, so Apple software rumors were big in the news this week. Hardware wasn't left out, however, as we're still awaiting a few early-year launches like the M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro, while we're also looking further down the road at major new products coming later in the year like the first foldable iPhone, so read on below for all the details on these stories and more! Top Stories iOS 26.3 and iOS 26.4 Will Add These New Features to Your iPhone While the iOS 26.3 Release Candidate is now available to beta testers ahead of a public release, the first iOS 26.4 beta is likely still at least a week away. Following beta testing, iOS 26.4 will likely be released to the general public in March or April. Be sure to check out our recap of known or rumored iOS 26.3 and iOS 26.4 features so far so you're ready for the updates! First Foldable iPhone Design Details Revealed Apple's first foldable iPhone will feature relocated volume buttons, an all-black camera plateau, a smaller Dynamic Island, and more, according to design leaks from a known Weibo leaker. A separate leaker has indicated the foldable iPhone could feature the biggest-ever iPhone battery and eclipse rival devices, checking in at over 5,500 mAh in size. That would make it the largest capacity of any current or previous ‌iPhone‌, as the iPhone 17 Pro Max has the biggest battery to date at 5,088 mAh. Apple's CarPlay Ultra to Expand to These Vehicle Brands Later This Year Last year, Apple launched CarPlay Ultra, the long-awaited next-generation version of its CarPlay software system for vehicles. Nearly nine months later, CarPlay Ultra is still limited to Aston Martin's latest luxury vehicles, but that should change fairly soon. In May 2025, Apple said many other vehicle brands planned to offer CarPlay Ultra, including Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis, and in his Power On newsletter this week, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said he was told that CarPlay Ultra will come to at least one major new Hyundai or Kia vehicle model "in the second half of this year." It is unclear if he is referring to Hyundai's upcoming IONIQ 3, as previously reported, or if it will be a different model. Apple Changes How You Order a Mac Apple recently updated its online store with a new ordering process for Macs, including the MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac, Mac mini, Mac Studio, and Mac Pro. There used to be a handful of standard configurations available for each Mac, but now you must configure a Mac entirely from scratch on a feature-by-feature basis. In other words, ordering a new Mac now works much like ordering an iPad. New MacBook Pros Reportedly Launching Alongside macOS 26.3 Apple is planning to launch new MacBook Pro models with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips alongside macOS 26.3, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. "Apple's faster MacBook Pros are planned for the macOS 26.3 release cycle," wrote Gurman, in his Power On newsletter this week. "I'm told the new models — code-named J714 and J716 — are slated for the macOS 26.3 software cycle, which runs from February through March," he explained. This comes as third-party retailers are seeing stock of the existing models dwindle. Apple Gives Final Warning to Home App Users In 2022, Apple introduced a new Apple Home architecture that is "more reliable and efficient," and the deadline to upgrade and avoid issues is fast approaching. In an email this week, Apple gave customers a final reminder to upgrade their Home app by February 10, 2026. Apple says users who do not upgrade may experience issues with accessories and automations, or lose access to their smart home in the app entirely. In addition, users who do not upgrade will miss out on newer features like robot vacuum cleaner support, and they will not receive important security fixes and performance improvements. MacRumors Newsletter Each week, we publish an email newsletter like this highlighting the top Apple stories, making it a great way to get a bite-sized recap of the week hitting all of the major topics we've covered and tying together related stories for a big-picture view. So if you want to have top stories like the above recap delivered to your email inbox each week, subscribe to our newsletter!Tag: Top StoriesThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Why Apple's iOS 26.4 Siri Upgrade Will Be Bigger Than Originally Promised | MacRumors
Why Apple's iOS 26.4 Siri Upgrade Will Be Bigger Than Originally Promised
In the iOS 26.4 update that's coming this spring, Apple will introduce a new version of Siri that's going to overhaul how we interact with the personal assistant and what it's able to do. The iOS 26.4 version of ‌Siri‌ won't work like ChatGPT or Claude, but it will rely on large language models (LLMs) and has been updated from the ground up. Upgraded Architecture The next-generation version of ‌Siri‌ will use advanced large language models, similar to those used by ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini. Apple isn't implementing full chatbot interactions, but any upgrade is both better than what's available now and long overdue. Right now, ‌Siri‌ uses machine learning, but it doesn't have the reasoning capabilities that LLM models impart. ‌Siri‌ relies on multiple task-specific models to complete a request, going from one step to another. ‌Siri‌ has to determine the intent of a request, pull out relevant information (a time, an event, a name, etc), and then use APIs or apps to complete the request. It's not an all-in-one system. In iOS 26.4, ‌Siri‌ will have an LLM core that everything else is built around. Instead of just translating voice to text and looking for keywords to execute on, ‌Siri‌ will actually understand the specifics of what a user is asking, and use reasoning to get it done. LLM Improvements ‌Siri‌ today is usually fine for simple tasks like setting a timer or alarm, sending a text message, toggling a smart home device on or off, answering a simple question, or controlling a device function, but it doesn't understand anything more complicated, it can't complete multi-step tasks, it can't interpret wording that's not in the structure it wants, it has no personal context, and it doesn't support follow-up questions. An LLM should solve most of those problems because ‌Siri‌ will have something akin to a brain. LLMs can understand the nuance of a request, suss out what it is someone actually wants, and take the steps to deliver that information or complete the requested action. We already know some of what LLM ‌Siri‌ will be able to do because Apple described the Apple Intelligence features it wants to implement when iOS 18 debuted. Promised Siri Apple Intelligence Features Apple described three specific ways that ‌Siri‌ will improve, including personal context, the ability to see what's on the screen to know what the user is talking about, and the capability to do more in and between apps. ‌Siri‌ will understand pronouns, references to content on the screen and in apps, and it will have a short-term memory for follow-up requests. Personal Context With personal context, ‌Siri‌ will be able to keep track of emails, messages, files, photos, and more, learning more about you to help you complete tasks and keep track of what you've been sent. Show me the files Eric sent me last week. Find the email where Eric mentioned ice skating. Find the books that Eric recommended to me. Where's the recipe that Eric sent me? What's my passport number? Onscreen Awareness Onscreen awareness will let ‌Siri‌ see what's on your screen and complete actions involving whatever you're looking at. If someone texts you an address, for example, you can tell ‌Siri‌ to add it to their contact card. Or if you're looking at a photo and want to send it to someone, you can ask ‌Siri‌ to do it for you. Deeper App Integration Deeper app integration means that ‌Siri‌ will be able to do more in and across apps, performing actions and completing tasks that are just not possible with the personal assistant right now. We don't have a full picture of what ‌Siri‌ will be capable of, but Apple has provided a few examples of what to expect. Moving files from one app to another. Editing a photo and then sending it to someone. Get directions home and share the ETA with Eric. Send the email I drafted to Eric. Bigger Than Promised Update In an all-hands meeting in August 2025, Apple software engineering chief Craig Federighi explained the ‌Siri‌ debacle to employees. Apple had attempted to merge two separate systems, which didn't work out. There was one system for handling current commands and another based on large language models, and the hybrid approach was not working due to the confines of the current ‌Siri‌ architecture. The only way forward was to upgrade to the second-generation architecture built around a large language model. In the August meeting, Federighi said Apple had successfully revamped ‌Siri‌, and that Apple would be able to introduce a bigger upgrade than it promised in iOS 18. "The work we've done on this end-to-end revamp of ‌Siri‌ has given us the results we needed," Federighi told employees. "This has put us in a position to not just deliver what we announced, but to deliver a much bigger upgrade than that we envisioned." Adopting Google Gemini Part of Apple's problem was that it was relying on AI models that it built in-house, and that were not able to match the capabilities of competitors. Apple started considering using a third-party model for ‌Siri‌ and other future AI features shortly after delaying ‌Siri‌, and in January, Apple announced a multi-year partnership with Google. For the foreseeable future, Apple's AI features, including the more personalized version of ‌Siri‌, will use a custom model Apple built in collaboration with Google's Gemini team. Apple plans to continue work on its own in-house models, but for now, it will rely on Gemini for many public-facing features. ‌Siri‌ in iOS 26.4 will be more similar to Google Gemini than ‌Siri‌ today, though without full chatbot capabilities. Apple plans to continue to run some features on-device and use Private Cloud Compute to maintain privacy. Apple will keep personal data on-device, anonymize requests, and continue to allow AI features to be disabled. What's Not Coming in iOS 26.4 ‌Siri‌ is not going to work as a chatbot, so the updated version will not feature long-term memory or back-and-forth conversations, plus Apple plans to use the same voice-based interface with limited typing functionality. Apple's Embarrassing Siri Delay In what became an infamous move, Apple went all-in showing off a smarter, Apple Intelligence-powered version of ‌Siri‌ when it introduced iOS 18 at the 2024 Worldwide Developers Conference. Apple said these features would come in an update to iOS 18, but right around when launch was expected, Apple admitted that ‌Siri‌ wasn't ready and would be delayed until spring 2026. Apple executives went on a press tour to explain the ‌Siri‌ shortcomings after WWDC 2025, promising bigger and better things for iOS 26, and explaining what went wrong. The ‌Apple Intelligence‌ ‌Siri‌ features we saw at WWDC 2024 were actually implemented and weren't faked, but ‌Siri‌ wasn't working as well as expected behind the scenes and Apple was dealing with quality issues. Since Apple advertised the new ‌Siri‌ features with the iPhone 16, some people who bought the iPhone because of the new functionality were upset about the delay and sued. Apple was able to quietly settle the case in December 2025, so most of the ‌Siri‌ snafu has been resolved. Internal Restructuring The misstep with ‌Siri‌'s debut and the failure of the hybrid architecture led Apple to restructure its entire AI team. Apple AI chief John Giannandrea was removed from the ‌Siri‌ leadership team, with Vision Pro chief Mike Rockwell taking over instead. Apple CEO Tim Cook was no longer confident in Giannandrea's ability to oversee product development, and Giannandrea is set to retire in spring 2026. Rockwell reports to Federighi, and Federighi told employees that the new leadership has "supercharged" ‌Siri‌ development. Federighi has apparently played an instrumental role in changing Apple's approach to AI, and he is making the decisions that will allow the company to catch up to rivals. Apple has struggled with retaining AI employees amid the ‌Siri‌ issue and recruitment strategies from companies like Meta. Meta poached several key AI engineers from Apple, offering pay packages as high as $200 million. At Apple's August all-hands meeting, Cook and Federighi aimed to reassure employees that AI is critically important to the company. "There is no project people are taking more seriously," Federighi said of ‌Siri‌. Cook said that Apple will "make the investment" to be a leader in AI. iOS 26.4 Siri Launch Date Apple has promised that the new version of ‌Siri‌ is coming in spring 2026, which is when we're expecting iOS 26.4. Testing on iOS 26.4 should begin in late February or early March, with a launch to follow around the April timeframe. LLM Siri Compatibility The new version of ‌Siri‌ will presumably run on all devices that support ‌Apple Intelligence‌, though Apple hasn't explicitly provided details. Some new ‌Siri‌ capabilities may come to older devices as well. iOS 27 Chatbot Upgrade Apple plans to upgrade ‌Siri‌ even further in the iOS 27 update, turning Siri into a chatbot. ‌Siri‌ will work like Claude or ChatGPT, able to understand and engage in back and forth conversation. Details about the ‌Siri‌ interface and how a chatbot version of ‌Siri‌ will work are still in short supply, but iOS 26.4 will be a stop on the path to a version of ‌Siri‌ able to actually function like products from Anthropic and OpenAI.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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iPhone Air Review: Four Months Later, is Apple's Thinnest iPhone Worth $999? | MacRumors
iPhone Air Review: Four Months Later, is Apple's Thinnest iPhone Worth $999?
It's been four months since the iPhone Air came out, and it hasn't exactly been a resounding success. Sales are reportedly so low that Apple is delaying the next-generation model. MacRumors videographer Dan Barbera shares what it's been like using Apple's thinnest and lightest iPhone on a daily basis over the last few months. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. With its super thin design, the ‌iPhone Air‌ still impresses even months later. It's much lighter than the other ‌iPhone‌ models, and a pleasure to use because of it. The ‌iPhone Air‌ is Apple's best one-handed smartphone, plus it impresses everyone who tries it out. The frosted glass texture is attractive, and thanks to that titanium frame, it's durable. The glass resists fingerprints, plus it's not slippery, so it can be used without a case. That's a good thing, since a case tends to ruin the ultra thin feel. The ‌iPhone Air‌ is all glass, though, so it's still breakable if dropped and AppleCare+ is recommended. The ‌iPhone Air‌ has the smallest battery in the iPhone 17 lineup, and there was a lot of concern that it wouldn't last all day. As long as you're not using it for high-end gaming, the battery is totally fine. Dan hasn't had a problem with battery life for day-to-day activities like browsing social media, YouTube, navigating, and using CarPlay. If you're someone who only uses the Wide camera on the ‌iPhone‌, you might not miss the Ultra Wide or Telephoto lenses, but having only a single-lens rear camera is one of the ‌iPhone Air‌'s major downsides. You get 1x and 2x zoom, but no 0.5x mode, no macro lens, and no 5x telephoto lens. It's definitely a dealbreaker for some people. There's also only a single speaker, and while it's fine for use in quiet rooms, if you like to use your ‌iPhone‌ for things like listening to music in the shower, it might not be good enough. The biggest thing wrong with the ‌iPhone Air‌ is the price tag. Sure, it's light, thin, and has an impressive design, but it's $999. For $200 less, you can get the standard ‌iPhone 17‌ with two cameras and near identical performance, and for $100 more, you can get the iPhone 17 Pro, which has three cameras and faster performance. The only sacrifice is thinness, and it's clear that most people aren't willing to pay more to lose features for a thin and light design. At this point, it's not entirely clear when a new ‌iPhone Air‌ is coming out. Rumors originally suggested we'd get the second-generation model in the fall of 2026, but sales were below expectations, so Apple is holding back on a new model to make some changes. The next ‌iPhone Air‌ could have a second camera and display improvements like a smaller Dynamic Island to make it more appealing, with a potential launch happening in spring 2027.Related Roundup: iPhone AirBuyer's Guide: iPhone Air (Buy Now)This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple to Allow ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini in CarPlay | MacRumors
Apple to Allow ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini in CarPlay
Apple is planning to bring new AI features to CarPlay, reports Bloomberg. Apple will allow third-party chatbot apps to integrate with ‌CarPlay‌, so AI services like Claude, Gemini, and ChatGPT will be accessible in the car for the first time. ‌CarPlay‌ already supports third-party apps, but the types of apps that are supported are limited. Companies like Anthropic and OpenAI aren't currently able to create ‌CarPlay‌ apps, so users are limited to using Siri voice controls in the vehicle. With the change, ‌CarPlay‌ users will be able to access apps like ChatGPT to ask questions hands-free, though the apps won't be able to control vehicle or iPhone functions. Third-party AI voice apps will not be accessible via a wake word and won't replace ‌Siri‌, so users will need to open an app to get access to a chatbot. App developers will be able to design in-car experiences that will launch a voice-based chat mode when the app is opened, which will streamline the process. Apple is planning to support third-party AI apps "within the coming months," which could align with when the company's smarter version of ‌Siri‌ is set to launch. With iOS 26.4, Apple is debuting a more personalized version of ‌Siri‌ that uses large language models. ‌Siri‌ will be able to answer complex questions, complete multi-step tasks, maintain continuity, and do more in and between apps. The personal assistant is also set to gain a World Knowledge Answers feature, allowing it to search the web and summarize information from websites. Later in iOS 27, ‌Siri‌ will get full chatbot capabilities, allowing it to better compete with Gemini, Claude, and ChatGPT.Related Roundup: CarPlayRelated Forum: HomePod, HomeKit, CarPlay, Home & Auto TechnologyThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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MacRumors Giveaway: Win an iPhone 17 and Fresh Coat Screen Protector From Astropad | MacRumors
MacRumors Giveaway: Win an iPhone 17 and Fresh Coat Screen Protector From Astropad
For this week's giveaway, we've teamed up with Astropad to offer MacRumors readers a chance to win an iPhone 17 and one of Astropad's anti-reflective Fresh Coat screen protectors to go along with it. Fresh Coat is a new kind of screen protector that Astropad designed with an optical-grade anti-reflective coating to reduce glare and provide a better iPhone viewing experience. The technology that Astropad is using cuts reflections by 75 percent, while improving contrast and keeping colors vibrant. Unlike other anti-reflective screen protectors on the market, Fresh Coat has adds no haze or distortion. Priced at $30, Fresh Coat is made from a scratch-proof tempered glass that also provides protection for the ‌iPhone‌'s display in addition to cutting down on glare and reflections. It's slim and won't add any bulk to the ‌iPhone‌ even though there are five layers of technology at work. From the top down, there's an anti-reflective coating, an oleophobic and hydrophobic coating, a layer of tempered glass, a dust barrier, and an impact-resistant "airbag" bonding. If you have an ‌iPhone 17‌, it comes with an anti-reflective coating added by Apple. What you might not know, though, is that you can't use just any screen protector with the ‌iPhone 17‌. If you put a regular screen protector without an anti-reflective coating on, it nullifies the anti-reflective properties of that added coating. Since Fresh Coat has its own anti-reflective coating, it actually improves upon Apple's included anti-reflective layer, reducing glare even further. With Fresh Coat, the ‌iPhone‌'s screen is easy to see in any lighting conditions, there's less eye strain, and if you use Dark Mode, it looks even darker. If you don't have an ‌iPhone 17‌, Fresh Coat can provide an ‌iPhone‌ 17-style display upgrade, mirroring Apple's own reflection-reducing display coating. Fresh Coat is available for all ‌iPhone 17‌ models, the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max, and the ‌iPhone‌ 15 Pro and Pro Max. Astropad designed an installation process that's impossible to mess up, so you get perfect alignment on your ‌iPhone‌ without hassle. We have an ‌iPhone 17‌ in white and a Fresh Coat screen protector for one lucky MacRumors reader. To enter to win, use the widget below and enter an email address. Email addresses will be used solely for contact purposes to reach the winner(s) and send the prize(s). You can earn additional entries by subscribing to our weekly newsletter, subscribing to our YouTube channel, following us on Twitter, following us on Instagram, following us on Threads, or visiting the MacRumors Facebook page. Due to the complexities of international laws regarding giveaways, only U.S. residents who are 18 years or older, UK residents who are 18 years or older, and Canadian residents who have reached the age of majority in their province or territory are eligible to enter. All federal, state, provincial, and/or local taxes, fees, and surcharges are the sole responsibility of the prize winner. To offer feedback or get more information on the giveaway restrictions, please refer to our Site Feedback section, as that is where discussion of the rules will be redirected. Astropad Giveaway The contest will run from today (February 6) at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time through 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time on February 13. The winner will be chosen randomly on or shortly after December 26 and will be contacted by email. The winner will have 48 hours to respond and provide a shipping address before a new winner is chosen.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Best Apple Deals of the Week: Apple Watch Series 11 Get $100 Discounts Amid Valentine's Day and Super Bowl Sales | MacRumors
Best Apple Deals of the Week: Apple Watch Series 11 Get $100 Discounts Amid Valentine's Day and Super Bowl Sales
This week we began tracking big savings thanks to Valentine's Day and Super Bowl sales, which include discounts on everything from iPhone 17 cases to monitors and TVs. You'll also find deals below on Apple Watch Series 11 and AirPods 4, with the best prices of the year so far on each. 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. Valentine's Day Deals We're just one week away from Valentine's Day, which falls on Saturday, February 14 this year. Similar to years past, many third-party Apple resellers and accessory companies have opened up notable discounts on Apple products and accessories to coincide with the holiday, and you can find the best in our list below. Best Buy - Save up to 50% on select TVs Nomad - Save 49% in Nomad's overstock sale OtterBox - Save 30% on cases, 50% on charging accessories, and more Anker - Save up to 40% on essential accessories Sonos - Save up to 20% off soundbars, speakers, and subwoofers AT&T - iPhone 17 Pro at no cost with eligible trade-in Samsung - Save on Samsung monitors and TVs ZAGG - Save up to 75% during clearance event Casely - Save 10% sitewide with code LOVE10 Casetify - Buy 2 get 20% off with code LOVE2026 Super Bowl Sales What's the deal? Save on home audio equipment, TVs, and more Where can I get it? Sonos and Samsung Where can I find the original deal? Right here UP TO 20% OFFSonos Super Bowl Sale $600 OFF65-inch The Frame for $1,199.99 $1,200 OFF75-inch The Frame Pro for $1,999.99 This week we began tracking Super Bowl themed sales at retailers including Samsung and Sonos, with some of the year's best prices so far on popular TVs, sound bars, speakers, and much more. Apple Watch Series 11 What's the deal? Take $100 off Apple Watch Series 11 Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (42mm GPS) for $299.00 $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (46mm GPS) for $329.00 Amazon this week has all-time low prices on the Apple Watch Series 11, with $100 discounts across numerous models of the smartwatch. This is only the second time so far in 2026 that we've tracked $100 markdowns on the Series 11, and nearly every aluminum model is on sale right now. AirPods 4 What's the deal? Take $30 off AirPods 4 Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $30 OFFAirPods 4 for $99.00 Apple's AirPods 4 returned to $99.00 this week, down from $129.00. This is the base model of the AirPods 4 without Active Noise Cancellation, and it's the best price we've seen on this model so far in 2026. Anker What's the deal? Save on Anker accessories Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here Note: You won't see the deal price until checkout. $30 OFFAnker Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station for $119.99 $60 OFFAnker Prime 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Dock for $339.99 Earlier this week, Anker debuted its new Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station with a launch discount on Amazon. If ordered this week, you can clip the on-page coupon on Amazon to get the accessory for $119.99, down from $149.99. For even more Anker discounts, be sure to check out our original post. If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find in 2026? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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How to Watch 2026 Super Bowl LX For Free on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV | MacRumors
How to Watch 2026 Super Bowl LX For Free on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV
Super Bowl LX is this Sunday, February 8, and there is a way for U.S. viewers to watch for free. Our instructions below are focused on the iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV, but this method will of course work across a variety of devices. 2026's Super Bowl has the New England Patriots facing the Seattle Seahawks at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, with the kickoff time on Sunday scheduled for 3:30 p.m. Pacific Time / 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time. These two teams already met in the 2015 Super Bowl, which ended in a Patriots championship. The big game is airing on NBC and streaming on Peacock Premium this year. One way to stream the 2026 Super Bowl for free on the iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV in the U.S. is to sign up for a free 30-day trial to Walmart+, which includes free access to Peacock Premium's ad-supported tier. You can sign up for a Walmart+ trial online. Next, here is how to activate free, ad-supported Peacock Premium via Walmart+: Sign into your Walmart account. Go to your Account page. Select Walmart+. Find Peacock Premium in the Benefits Hub. Select Get Peacock. Log in or create your streaming service account. Follow the on-screen steps to finish setting up your account. Build your profile and start streaming.Then, you can sign in to your Peacock account tied to Walmart+ in the Peacock app on the iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV. On the Mac, you can sign in on the Peacock website. As mentioned, these are Apple-focused instructions, but they apply to many other devices too. In addition to the Super Bowl itself, you can watch the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show, featuring Puerto Rican singer Bad Bunny. Do not forget that a Walmart+ subscription automatically renews after the 30-day free trial.Tag: Super BowlThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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NASA Now Allowing Astronauts to Bring Their iPhones on Space Missions | MacRumors
NASA Now Allowing Astronauts to Bring Their iPhones on Space Missions
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman on Wednesday announced that NASA astronauts will soon be permitted to fly with "the latest smartphones," beginning with the SpaceX Crew-12 and Artemis II missions over the next few months. In an email, an Apple spokesperson said this will mark the first time the iPhone has been fully qualified for extended use in orbit and beyond. NASA astronauts were previously not allowed to carry their own personal smartphones on space flights, but they did allow some approved DSLR cameras and other equipment. With smartphones, Isaacman said astronauts will be able to "capture special moments for their families and share inspiring images and video with the world." It is unclear exactly which iPhone models have been qualified.Tag: NASAThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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The MacRumors Show: All the New Macs Coming This Year | MacRumors
The MacRumors Show: All the New Macs Coming This Year
We discuss all of the new Macs Apple is expected to release this year, starting with the M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro, on this week's episode of The MacRumors Show. Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel for more videos Following the release of the M5 ‌MacBook Pro‌ last year, Apple is expected to launch refreshed high-end ‌MacBook Pro‌ models with the M5 Pro and M5 Max chips. They are rumored to arrive alongside macOS Tahoe 26.3 in the next few weeks. Stock of the current M4 Pro and M4 Max models is dwindling, suggesting that the announcement is now impending. After that release, we are expecting M5-series chips to come to the MacBook Air, Mac mini, and Mac Studio at the very least. Whether the iMac and the Mac Pro will get an M5 chip remains an open question. Apple is also rumored to launch an all-new low-cost MacBook this year, featuring the A18 Pro chip for comparable performance to the M1 chip. It is expected to feature a 13-inch LCD display, USB-C connectivity only, and a price point somewhere between $699 and $899. iPad-like Silver, Blue, Pink, and Yellow color options are also rumored. Toward the end of the year, Apple is expected to launch significantly upgraded ‌MacBook Pro‌ models. The new machines are rumored to feature M6-series chips, a cellular connectivity option, OLED touchscreen displays, a hole-punch in the screen for the front-facing camera, and a thinner, lighter design. The MacRumors Show has its own YouTube channel, so make sure you're subscribed to keep up with new episodes and clips. Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel! You can also listen to ‌The MacRumors Show‌ on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, or other podcast apps. You can also copy our RSS feed directly into your player. If you haven't already listened to the previous episode of The MacRumors Show, catch up to hear our discussion about Apple's newly launched AirTag 2 and Apple Creator Studio. Subscribe to ‌The MacRumors Show‌ for new episodes every week, where we discuss some of the topical news breaking here on MacRumors, often joined by interesting guests such as Kayci Lacob, Kevin Nether, John Gruber, Mark Gurman, Jon Prosser, Luke Miani, Matthew Cassinelli, Brian Tong, Quinn Nelson, Jared Nelson, Eli Hodapp, Mike Bell, Sara Dietschy, iJustine, Jon Rettinger, Andru Edwards, Arnold Kim, Ben Sullins, Marcus Kane, Christopher Lawley, Frank McShan, David Lewis, Tyler Stalman, Sam Kohl, Federico Viticci, Thomas Frank, Jonathan Morrison, Ross Young, Ian Zelbo, and Rene Ritchie. ‌The MacRumors Show‌ is on X @MacRumorsShow, so be sure to give us a follow to keep up with the podcast. You can also email us at podcast@macrumors.com or head over to The MacRumors Show forum thread. Remember to rate and review the podcast, and let us know what subjects and guests you would like to see in the future.Tag: The MacRumors ShowThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Swift Student Challenge Submissions Now Open Ahead of WWDC 2026 | MacRumors
Swift Student Challenge Submissions Now Open Ahead of WWDC 2026
Apple today announced that submissions for the 2026 Swift Student Challenge are now open through Saturday, February 28. The annual Swift Student Challenge gives eligible student developers around the world the opportunity to showcase their coding capabilities by using the Swift Playground or Xcode apps to create an interactive "app playground." Apple said winners will be selected based on submissions that "demonstrate excellence in innovation, creativity, social impact, or inclusivity." A subset of Distinguished Winners with "truly exceptional" submissions will be invited to visit Apple in Cupertino, California for three days in summer 2026, with travel and lodging included. Distinguished Winners are typically invited to attend Apple's annual developers conference WWDC, at the company's Apple Park headquarters. Apple has yet to announce WWDC 2026 dates, but the weeklong conference is typically held in June. WWDC 2026 is where Apple will announce iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, watchOS 27, tvOS 27, visionOS 27, and other software updates. Apple outlined key things to know on its developer news page.Tags: Swift Student Challenge, WWDC 2026This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple CEO Tim Cook Asked About Retirement Again, Here's What He Said | MacRumors
Apple CEO Tim Cook Asked About Retirement Again, Here's What He Said
In an all-hands meeting with employees on Thursday, Apple CEO Tim Cook briefly touched on the topic of retirement, but he remained coy about his plans. "I spend a lot of time thinking about who's in the room five years from now, 10 years from now," said Cook, who was taking questions, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. "I am obsessed with this — who's in the room 15 years from now." A few months ago, the Financial Times reported that Apple was preparing for Cook to step down as soon as early 2026. However, Gurman has previously said that this timeframe "seems unlikely," and that he would be "shocked" if Cook stepped down before the middle of this year. So, Cook may remain CEO through WWDC 2026 at the very least. Apple's Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering, John Ternus, is widely viewed as Cook's most likely successor. Last month, Gurman reported that Cook gave oversight of Apple's design teams to Ternus at the end of last year, and he said this move makes it "crystal clear" that Ternus is the leading CEO candidate. Whenever it happens, there has been speculation that Cook might become the executive chairman of Apple's board of directors after he steps down as CEO. In this position, Cook would retain some control over company decisions. Cook has been Apple's CEO since August 2011, and he reached the typical retirement age of 65 last year. It is sounding more and more likely that his time in charge of the company is inching towards the end, but it still remains to be seen if he plans to step down in the coming months or if reports have jumped the gun.Tag: Tim CookThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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AirTag 1 Gets Major Discounts With 1-Pack at $17 and 4-Pack at $64 | MacRumors
AirTag 1 Gets Major Discounts With 1-Pack at $17 and 4-Pack at $64
Apple's first-generation AirTag 4-Pack has dropped to $64.00 this week on Amazon, down from the original price of $99.00. Free shipping options have a delivery estimate around February 11, while Prime members should be able to get it delivered a few days sooner. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. Overall, this is a solid second-best price on the AirTag 4-pack that's within $1 of the Amazon all-time low price. If you're shopping for a single AirTag, Amazon has the AirTag 1-Pack for $17.00, down from $29.00, a record low price. $12 OFFAirTag 1-Pack for $17.00 $35 OFFAirTag 4-Pack for $64.00 Apple just debuted the all-new AirTag, featuring longer range for tracking items and a louder speaker. We haven't tracked any discounts on the new second generation models as of yet, so anyone who wants to save money should keep looking into the original models. If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find in 2026? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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iPhone 18 Pro Max Rumored to Deliver Next-Level Battery Life | MacRumors
iPhone 18 Pro Max Rumored to Deliver Next-Level Battery Life
The iPhone 18 Pro Max will feature a bigger battery for continued best-in-class battery life, according to a known Weibo leaker. Citing supply chain information, the Weibo user known as "Digital Chat Station" said that the ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro Max will have a battery capacity of 5,100 to 5,200 mAh. Combined with the efficiency improvements of the A20 Pro chip, made with TSMC's 2nm process, the device could tout extremely impressive battery life. It is expected to be thicker than its predecessor to facilitate the larger battery. The iPhone 17 Pro Max has the biggest ‌iPhone‌ battery to date at 5,088 mAh. Apple says it has a battery life of up to 39 hours. A recent test found that Apple devices lead the industry for battery life, with the ‌iPhone 17 Pro‌ Max ranking as the longest-lasting phone tested and Apple tied as the top overall brand. As a result, with a bigger battery and more efficient chip, the ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro Max should comfortably offer over 40 hours of battery life. Meanwhile, the first foldable ‌iPhone‌, which is expected to debut alongside the ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro and ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro Max, is rumored to feature class-leading battery life. The foldable's battery could be over 5,500 mAh in size, which would make it the largest capacity of any ‌iPhone‌, as well as any rival foldable device‌. The ‌‌iPhone 18‌‌ Pro and ‌‌iPhone 18‌‌ Pro Max are expected to launch later this year, featuring a smaller Dynamic Island, the C2 modem, a simplified Camera Control, a 24-megapixel front-facing camera, and an upgraded main camera with a variable aperture. Related Roundup: iPhone 18Tag: Digital Chat StationRelated Forum: iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple Reportedly Scaling Back This Long-Rumored iOS 27 Feature | MacRumors
Apple Reportedly Scaling Back This Long-Rumored iOS 27 Feature
iOS 27 will no longer include a long-rumored feature known as Apple Health+ inside Apple, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Apple Health+ was supposed to be a virtual health coach that could give users AI-powered health recommendations in the Apple Health app, based on their personal health data, the report said. The feature would have provided users with detailed health reports, videos that explained medical conditions and offered wellness tips, and more. The feature is being scaled back instead of outright canceled. The report said some of the components of Apple Health+, such as suggestions based on existing Health app data, will be "repurposed and introduced as early as this year."Tags: Apple Health, iOS 27, Mark GurmanThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Network Performance Issues in Delhi, India | CloudFlare
Network Performance Issues in Delhi, India
Feb 13, 14:30 UTCResolved - Cloudflare has resolved an issue regarding network performance in Delhi, India. The incident occurred between 14:38 and 14:40UTC. Performance has returned to baseline levels, and we are continuing to monitor the region to ensure stability.
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02:23 pm
Russia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Beeline | Twilio
Russia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Beeline
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 16, 13:00 - 16:00 PSTFeb 13, 06:06 PSTScheduled - The Beeline network in Russia is conducting a planned maintenance from 16 February 2026 at 13:00 PST until 16 February 2026 at 16:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to Beeline Russia handsets.
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Multiple Destination SMS Carrier Partner Maintenance | Twilio
Multiple Destination SMS Carrier Partner Maintenance
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 16, 11:00 - 13:00 PSTFeb 13, 06:22 PSTScheduled - Our SMS carrier partner in Israel and Morocco is conducting a planned maintenance from 16 February 2026 at 11:00 PST until 16 February 2026 at 13:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to Israel and Morocco handsets.
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01:12 pm
Elevated 4xx errors being returned from Cloudflare AI Search | CloudFlare
Elevated 4xx errors being returned from Cloudflare AI Search
Feb 13, 13:12 UTCUpdate - We are continuing to investigate this issue.Feb 13, 13:02 UTCInvestigating - We are investigating an issue where AI Search instances are failing to index new documents. This is likely caused by elevated 4xx error rates from Vectorize.
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12:22 pm
Russia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Tele2 | Twilio
Russia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Tele2
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 15, 13:00 - 17:00 PSTFeb 13, 03:54 PSTScheduled - The Tele2 network in Russia is conducting a planned maintenance from 15 February 2026 at 13:00 PST until 15 February 2026 at 17:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to Tele2 Russia handsets.
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11:52 am
United Kingdom Account Security Carrier Partner Maintenance – EE | Twilio
United Kingdom Account Security Carrier Partner Maintenance – EE
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 17, 14:00 - 21:00 PSTFeb 13, 03:34 PSTScheduled - Our carrier partner EE United Kingdom is conducting an emergency maintenance from 17 February 2026 at 14:00 PST until 17 February 2026 at 21:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent API request failures for EE United Kingdom customers.Impacted Products: Verify Silent Network Auth, Lookup Identity Match, Lookup SIM Swap, Legacy Identity MatchAndAttributes
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Upstream errors with Airtable authentications | Zapier
Upstream errors with Airtable authentications
Status: MonitoringSome users encountered authentication issues due to an upstream issue at Airtable: https://status.airtable.com/incidents/3b5b6xxwpcb5 We are now seeing users are able to reconnect and we are monitoring to ensure this is resolved and investigating the impact and duration of the issue.
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07:16 am
SMS Delivery Delays to Telcel Network in Mexico | Twilio
SMS Delivery Delays to Telcel Network in Mexico
Feb 12, 23:16 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery delays to Telcel Network in Mexico. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We expect to provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.
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05:08 am
Intermittently Flex Agents are Unable to Accept Inbound Voice Calls in Flex | Twilio
Intermittently Flex Agents are Unable to Accept Inbound Voice Calls in Flex
Feb 12, 21:08 PSTResolved - Flex agents are able to operate normally, and there are no indications of service disruption or degradation.Feb 12, 19:37 PSTUpdate - We are still investigating an issue where some Flex Agents may intermittently be unable to accept inbound voice calls. Our engineering team has been engaged and is working to resolve this issue. We expect to provide another update in 16 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Feb 12, 11:36 PSTUpdate - We are still investigating an issue where some Flex Agents may intermittently be unable to accept inbound voice calls. Our engineering team has been engaged and is working to resolve this issue. We expect to provide another update in 8 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.Feb 12, 07:42 PSTUpdate - We are still investigating an issue where some Flex Agents may intermittently be unable to accept inbound voice calls. Our engineering team has been engaged and is working to resolve this issue. We expect to provide another update in 4 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.Feb 12, 05:47 PSTUpdate - We are continuing to investigate this issue.Feb 12, 05:42 PSTUpdate - We are still investigating an issue where some Flex Agents may intermittently be unable to accept inbound voice calls. Our engineering team has been engaged and is working to resolve this issue. We expect to provide another update in 2 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.Feb 12, 04:42 PSTInvestigating - We are investigating an issue where some Flex Agents may intermittently be unable to accept inbound voice calls. Our engineering team has been engaged and is working to resolve this issue. We expect to provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.
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02:16 am
Call Failures From a Subset of Twilio's Phone Numbers to Dishwireless in US | Twilio
Call Failures From a Subset of Twilio's Phone Numbers to Dishwireless in US
Feb 12, 18:16 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing call failures from a subset of Twilio's phone numbers to Dishwireless in US. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We expect to provide another update in 1 Hour or as soon as more information becomes available.
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Thursday February 12
08:52 pm
Twilio Help Center in Non-Responsive Cannot Chat or Submit Support Tickets | Twilio
Twilio Help Center in Non-Responsive Cannot Chat or Submit Support Tickets
Feb 12, 12:39 PSTInvestigating - Our monitoring systems have detected a potential issue with Help Center which prevents AI help support chat or submitting support tickets. Our engineering team has been alerted and is actively investigating. We will update as soon as we have more information.
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07:26 pm
SMS Delivery Failures to Nuevatel Network in Bolivia | Twilio
SMS Delivery Failures to Nuevatel Network in Bolivia
Feb 12, 11:26 PSTResolved - We are no longer experiencing SMS delivery failures to Nuevatel Network in Bolivia. This incident has been resolved.Feb 12, 09:26 PSTMonitoring - We are observing recovery in SMS delivery when sending messages to Nuevatel Network in Bolivia. We will continue monitoring the service to ensure a full recovery. We will provide another update in 2 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Feb 12, 07:26 PSTUpdate - We continue experiencing . Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We expect to provide another update in 2 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.Feb 12, 06:25 PSTInvestigating - We continue experiencing . Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We expect to provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.Feb 12, 04:58 PSTMonitoring - We are observing recovery in SMS delivery when sending messages to Nuevatel Network in Bolivia. We will continue monitoring the service to ensure a full recovery. We will provide another update in 2 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Feb 12, 03:42 PSTUpdate - We continue experiencing . Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We expect to provide another update in 2 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Feb 12, 02:41 PSTInvestigating - After monitoring for some time, we started seeing a degradation of the service. We're experiencing . Our engineers are working to resolve the issue. We expect to provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.Feb 12, 00:40 PSTUpdate - We are observing recovery in SMS delivery when sending messages to Nuevatel Network in Bolivia. We will continue monitoring the service to ensure a full recovery. We will provide another update in 2 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Feb 11, 22:40 PSTMonitoring - We are observing recovery in SMS delivery when sending messages to Nuevatel Network in Bolivia. We will continue monitoring the service to ensure a full recovery. We will provide another update in 2 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Feb 11, 16:42 PSTUpdate - We continue experiencing . Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We expect to provide another update in 4 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Feb 11, 14:56 PSTUpdate - We continue experiencing . Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We expect to provide another update in 2 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Feb 11, 13:56 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing . Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We expect to provide another update in 1 Hour or as soon as more information becomes available.
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07:15 pm
Degraded Audio Quality for Voice Calls to a Subset of Twilio Landline Numbers in Colombia | Twilio
Degraded Audio Quality for Voice Calls to a Subset of Twilio Landline Numbers in Colombia
Feb 12, 11:15 PSTResolved - Our engineers have monitored the fix and confirmed the issue with Audio quality with Voice calls from Network Subscribers to a subset of Twilio landline numbers in Colombia has been resolved. All services are now operating normally at this time.Feb 12, 09:15 PSTMonitoring - Audio quality with Voice calls from Network Subscribers to a subset of Twilio landline numbers in Colombia is now operating normally. We will continue to monitor for system stability. We'll provide another update in 2 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Feb 12, 07:20 PSTUpdate - We are investigating an issue with degraded audio quality with Voice calls from Network Subscribers to a subset of Twilio landline numbers in Colombia. We expect to provide another update in 2 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.Feb 12, 06:20 PSTInvestigating - We are investigating an issue with degraded audio quality with Voice calls from Network Subscribers to a subset of Twilio landline numbers in Colombia. We expect to provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.
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06:19 pm
Change History Not Displaying | Zapier
Change History Not Displaying
Status: ResolvedThis issue has been resolved. Between 14:42 and 18:00 UTC on February 12, some users were unable to view the Change History panel in the editor. All systems are now operating normally. If you experienced issues during this time, please refresh your browser. Need help? Contact Support: https://zapier.com/app/get-helpAffected components Website (Operational)
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06:11 pm
SMS Delivery Delays to Safaricom Network in Kenya | Twilio
SMS Delivery Delays to Safaricom Network in Kenya
Feb 12, 10:11 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS Delivery Failures To Safaricom Network In Kenya. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We expect to provide another update in 1 Hour or as soon as more information becomes available.
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