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News items you should check out: January 2

Since I can’t cover everything, here are some recommended articles from other websites. ° From MacRumors: Apple has added the final 13-inch MacBook Air powered by Intel processors, the Apple Watch Series 5, and additional products to its vintage products list....

Happy New Year! Have a wonderful 2026

Happy New Year wishes from Apple World Today. I’m taking the day off, but will be back in the full swing of things on Jan. 2. And I hope you have a blessed 2026.

Apple TV has unveiled the trailer for the third season of ‘Shrinking’

Apple TV has debuted the trailer for the upcoming third season of its comedy, “Shrinking,” starring Emmy Award-nominee Jason Segel and multi-award winner Harrison Ford. It also stars Christa Miller, Emmy Award nominee Jessica Williams, Luke Tennie, Emmy Award nominee...

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CIRP: men tend to buy more expensive, premium iPhones than women

A study by Counterpoint Intelligence Research Partners (CIRP) finds “subtle and yet meaningful iPhone ownership differences between men and women.” In short, male customers tend to buy more expensive, premium iPhones. CIRP sorted its sample data into male and female...

Apple testing ChatGPT AI features (though integrating them into Siri will be a challenge)

Apple is testing AI (artificial intelligence) features (think ChatGPT) that could eventually come to Siri, the company’s “virtual digital assistant,” according to The New York Times (a subscription is required to read the article). Apple engineers, including members...

Apple’s rumored plans for a limiting authenticator chip on an iPhone could be illegal under a new EU law

The iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro lineup is almost certain to replace Lighting ports with USB-C this fall launch with USB-C when it arrives in the fall to comply with a European Union (EU) law. But there could be complications. The EU — political and economic union of...

Mac laptops drive Apple computer sales; the iMac accounts for 50% of desktop sales

Not surprisingly, Mac laptops now drive Apple’s personal computer business, notes a report by Consumer Intelligence Research Partners (a subscription is required to read the entire article). Laptops account for 74% of units over the past year and have remained...

Apple patent filing involves sensors for an ‘Apple Ring’

Apple has filed for another patent (number 20230004231) for an “Apple Ring.” This one is dubbed “Sensors for electronic ring devices.” About the patent filing In the patent filing, Apple notes that electronic devices such as computers can be controlled using...

Apple’s Pay Later, savings account continue to see delays

Apple Pay Later was announced at the 2022 Worldwide Developer Conference in June. When it arrives, it will provide users in the US with a way to split the cost of an Apple Pay purchase into four equal payments spread over six weeks, with zero interest and no...

Musings from Dennis: I want a Magic Keyboard with Apple Pencil support

Apple may have ditched the Touch Bar on its laptops, but I’ve love to see a super-sized Magic Keyboard with a built-in touchpad and Apple Pencil support. This would, of course, be built into Mac laptops. And Apple could offer an external keyboard with these...

A 15-incher? No, we don’t need a bigger MacBook Air

In a December 2022 note to clients — as noted by 9to5Mac — analyst Ross Young said that production of a 15-inch MacBook Air will start in the first quarter of 2023 with the laptop possibly shipping in the spring. The question is, “Why?” This isn’t the first rumor of a...

Apple patent filing involves ‘call collision resolution’ on an iPhone

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Friday January 02
04:45 pm
Price drop: Kick team productivity into gear with Microsoft Project, on sale for less than $10 | Cult of Mac
Price drop: Kick team productivity into gear with Microsoft Project, on sale for less than $10
Boost efficiency with lifetime access to Microsoft Project 2021 Professional for PC for just $19.97. Don't miss our Microsoft Project sale. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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04:39 pm
These are the best MacBook Air deals for January 2026 – save up to $600 | AppleInsider
These are the best MacBook Air deals for January 2026 – save up to $600
Triple-digit MacBook Air discounts are in effect for the new year, with prices from $599 across current and closeout models.Save up to $600 on MacBook Air laptops this January - Image credit: AppleIf you're in the market for Apple's thin-and-light MacBook Air, there are numerous discounts in effect this January, with prices as low as $599.Grab MacBook Air deals Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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04:32 pm
Check off your New Year’s resolution list with $100 off the Apple Watch Series 11 | Macworld
Check off your New Year’s resolution list with $100 off the Apple Watch Series 11
Macworld A new year has just begun, and with it comes a long list of resolutions. At the top of most of them is to get healthier and more fit, and the best way to get started is with an Apple Watch on your wrist. It just so happens that you can save $100 on one right now. Amazon is selling the 42mm Apple Watch Series 11 for $299, matching the best price we’ve seen. The Series 11 is Apple’s newest watch, having only been released a few months ago. It’s got the same beautiful design as the Series 10, with a gorgeous edge-to-edge screen, and an array of health features and sensors, including hypertension, ECG, temperature, and heart rate, as well as sleep tracking with the new Sleep Score. It’s also got better battery life (up to 24 hours on a single charge), fast charging, IP6X dust resistance, and water resistance that even works when diving. Plus you’ll get watchOS 26 with the new Liquid Glass interface, wrist flick gesture, and Workout Buddy to help keep you on track toward meeting your fitness goals. So go grab one now and start 2026 on the right track.
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04:27 pm
OpenAI device will be ‘audio-based’ with new ChatGPT models, per report | 9 to 5 Mac
OpenAI device will be ‘audio-based’ with new ChatGPT models, per report
A new report at The Information details the latest leaks and tidbits on OpenAI’s first hardware device, including plans for upgraded audio models for ChatGPT and more. more…
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04:15 pm
Why Apple Watch users stick with fitness goals longer than most | Cult of Mac
Why Apple Watch users stick with fitness goals longer than most
Turns out Apple Watch users stick with fitness goals longer than others -- and good reasons why include great new programs. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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04:14 pm
∞ The Dalrymple Report: Facebook, Apple in 2026, and Edge Light | The Loop
∞ The Dalrymple Report: Facebook, Apple in 2026, and Edge Light
Have you heard about the Facebook settlement where you can get money back from a lawsuit? Neither had we until Dave got an email. If you want to look ahead and see all of the products that Apple has planned for 2026, there is a good look at everything to kick off the year. The newest macOS has a cool new feature called Edge Light that puts a light on your screen to frame a video call giving you better light—now you don't have to buy a separate light for your camera. Follow this podcast Brought to you by: Copilot Money: For a limited-time: Get 26% off your first year when you sign up at copilot.money (new users only, web only). Get two months free with code DALRYMPLE. Start the new year with clarity. Your money, beautifully organized, now across every device. Show Notes: Facebook Settlement: Legit or a scam? Trick bathroom windows in China Apple Teases 'Something Big' Coming Soon to Apple Fitness+ Apple Intelligence will be tested with 2,000 questions it must not answer in China Use Edge Light for Better Video Calls in macOS Shows and movies we're watching The Red King, AMC+ Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning I’m Chevy Chase and you’re not, CNN
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04:00 pm
Why 2026 is gonna be a banger for Apple [Cult of Mac podcast No. 1] | Cult of Mac
Why 2026 is gonna be a banger for Apple [Cult of Mac podcast No. 1]
This week on the Cult of Mac podcast: Apple’s got a fantastic year ahead of it, with a genuinely prodigious pipeline of new products coming in 2026. From a folding iPhone and a low-cost MacBook to entirely new product categories, get ready for 12 months of exciting new Apple hardware. In our first show under […] (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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03:52 pm
Here’s what to expect from Apple in January | 9 to 5 Mac
Here’s what to expect from Apple in January
As my colleague Ryan detailed last month, Apple has more than 20 products likely launching in 2026. The festivities could begin as soon as this month. Here’s everything to expect from Apple in January. more…
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03:33 pm
M5 Vision Pro launch likely made minimal sales impact: report | 9 to 5 Mac
M5 Vision Pro launch likely made minimal sales impact: report
Apple launched a brand new M5 Vision Pro update last fall, but according to a new report, it may have had little impact on struggling Vision Pro sales. more…
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03:14 pm
Raymond James has restarted Apple coverage, and isn't impressed | AppleInsider
Raymond James has restarted Apple coverage, and isn't impressed
Investment bank Raymond James restarted Apple coverage on Friday, saying Apple's valuation leaves little room for near-term upside.iPhone 17 Pro MaxAnalyst coverage from firms like Raymond James can influence how institutional investors frame Apple's growth outlook and risk. The note focuses on whether upcoming iPhone cycles and services growth are enough to justify Apple's premium pricing.Raymond James says Apple remains financially strong, but believes expectations for the future are already priced in. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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03:12 pm
Today in Apple history: Apple II gets its first ‘killer app’ | Cult of Mac
Today in Apple history: Apple II gets its first ‘killer app’
On January 2, 1979, Dan Bricklin and Bob Frankston formed Software Arts to publish VisiCalc, the first spreadsheet software for the Apple II. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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03:08 pm
Apple needs a visionary QB again: It’s past time for game manager Tim Cook to hand off the ball | Mac Daily News
Apple needs a visionary QB again: It’s past time for game manager Tim Cook to hand off the ball
As Steve Jobs himself might have envisioned, Tim Cook was never meant to be the long-term playmaker — the risk-taking, charismatic visionary… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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02:58 pm
If you want to stick to New Years health resolutions, wear that Apple Watch | AppleInsider
If you want to stick to New Years health resolutions, wear that Apple Watch
Alongside its now annual update of features for the Apple Fitness+ health program, Apple has now also announced how exercise with Apple Watch helps users avoid "Quitter's Day."Apple Fitness+ has added new workouts for 2026 — image credit: AppleApple Fitness+ gets new workout videos every week, but each January it adds new series, or new features. It's always about using the service and Apple Watch to improve your health, but this time Apple claims to have proof it works."Many people give up their New Year's fitness resolutions by the second Friday in January, also known as Quitter's Day," said the company in a statement. "A new analysis of data contributed by approximately 100,000 participants in the Apple Heart and Movement Study over four years identified participants with Apple Watch consistently keep up their exercise levels through Quitter's Day and beyond." Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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02:33 pm
Apple Fitness+ launches new features for building exercise habits | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple Fitness+ launches new features for building exercise habits
A new year is here, and with it many fresh aspirations for improved health. Today Apple Fitness+ has announced a variety of features to help users achieve their goals, including new multiweek programs for establishing exercise habits. more…
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02:32 pm
Stay active in the new year with Apple Watch and Apple Fitness+ | Mac Daily News
Stay active in the new year with Apple Watch and Apple Fitness+
Apple Watch is the ultimate fitness and health companion to support users in reaching and maintaining their goals in 2026. Apple Fitness+… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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02:25 pm
Apple published a new Press Release | Is the Apple Store Down?
Apple published a new Press Release
Apple just published a new Press Release:Stay active in the new year with Apple Watch
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02:05 pm
New fitness app Reps & Sets 26 gets serious about strength training | Cult of Mac
New fitness app Reps & Sets 26 gets serious about strength training
Designed exclusively for iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch, strength-training app Reps & Sets 26 was developed by a long-time Cult of Mac writer. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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12:46 pm
New M5 iPad Pro and Apple Vision Pro in Apple's 2025 part two, on the AppleInsider Podcast | AppleInsider
New M5 iPad Pro and Apple Vision Pro in Apple's 2025 part two, on the AppleInsider Podcast
In this second of two special episodes, we examine Apple's 2025 and this time July to December. It's six months of new devices, new rumors, and old legal battles, all on the AppleInsider Podcast.Apple's busiest six months of 2025If 2025 already seems like a long time ago to you, you're about to be surprised just how much happened in its last six months. From the new M5 iPad Pro to the M5 Apple Vision Pro, and the iPhone 18 Pro Max to the iPhone Air, Apple had a very busy end to the year.Just as in our review of January 2025 to June 2025 in the previous AppleInsider Podcast, there are new legal battles you'd swear were old, and ongoing Apple Intelligence issues you'd swear may never end. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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12:15 pm
Will Apple kick off 2026 with a bang or a whimper? | Macworld
Will Apple kick off 2026 with a bang or a whimper?
Macworld The start of the year is typically rather slow for Apple. The company rarely releases new hardware in January, and the OS updates that land during the first few weeks are generally versions that bring only very minor tweaks, setting up bigger releases in the spring. Apple will likely follow the same pattern in 2026. There’s an outside chance of some new hardware, but while some straggler releases could arrive this month, we think Apple will wait until March or April to launch its first round of major new hardware. And with the OS 26.3 releases looking to be relatively minor updates, that leaves Apple Arcade and Apple TV to give us something to really look forward to. New hardware releases The last time Apple released new hardware in January was in 2023, when we got updated M2 Pro/Max versions of the Mac mini and MacBook Pro. You have to go back a decade to find another January release for Apple hardware, and that was just the 3rd-gen Apple TV. Curiously, those are the exact products rumored to be arriving in early 2026. Apple was expected to launch a new Apple TV 4K in 2025, but it never arrived, while the M5 MacBook Pro launched without M5 or M5 Max variants. So it’s possible Apple decides to launch those this month. Plus, we’re still waiting on an updated HomePod mini and 2nd-gen AirTag. So Apple could have a flurry of minor updates to debut in January. One major product that could make an appearance early in the year is the low-cost MacBook that has been rumored to debut in the first half of the year. In years past, that would have been a shoo-in for the January Macworld San Francisco keynote, but we think it will likely arrive—along with some other hardware—closer to the spring. Apps and software updates Apple’s slate of 26.3 updates is currently in beta, and in past years, the x.3 release has usually landed near the end of January or at the start of February. This appears to be a pretty timid update, so far. iOS 26.3 lays the groundwork for EU-mandated features on iOS like notification forwarding to third-party hardware and a setup procedure that makes it easier to switch between iPhone and Android phones (again, to comply with EU mandates). It’s the 26.4 updates that we’re really looking forward to—this is when, if the rumors are correct, we’ll get a whole new Siri that is smarter, more conversational, and has vastly expanded capabilities. Services Apple TV+ Here are the shows, series, and movies we expect to release on Apple TV+ in TK. If you want to know what’s coming later, check our full guide to upcoming Apple TV+ content. Tehran (season 3): A Mossad hacker-agent infiltrates Tehran under a false identity. After going rogue at the end of season two and reeling from the loss of her closest allies, in season three, Tamar must find a way to reinvent herself and win back the Mossad’s support if she is to survive. January 9 Hijack (season 2): Season 2 of Hijack takes Sam Nelson from the skies to an underground train in Berlin. January 14 Drops of God (season 2): In season two of “Drops of God,” Camille and Issei are thrust into their most perilous challenge yet: to uncover the origin of the world’s greatest wine, a mystery so profound that even their legendary father, Alexandre Léger, could not solve it. January 21 Shrinking (season 3): One of the best shows on Apple TV returns for its third season, following a grieving therapist who breaks the rules as he tries to put his life back together. January 28 Yo Gabba GabbaLand! (season 2): Join familiar friends Muno, Foofa, Plex, Brobee and Toodee, and meet new magician Kammy Kam. Dance, sing, play and make learning fun as kids and parents jump into Yo Gabba GabbaLand and discover all the things that make this community so magical. January 30 Apple Arcade Apple releases most Apple Arcade games on the first Friday of each month. Check our Apple Arcade FAQ for a full list of Apple Arcade games and more details on the service. Occasionally, games are released with no forewarning, but you’ll usually see next month’s releases listed in the Coming Soon section. True Skate+: Use your fingers like you would on a real skateboard in this realistic, first-person skate sim. January 8 Cozy Caravan: Create an adorable animal and hit the road in your little caravan for adventure. January 8 Potion Punch 2+: Fantasy cooking minigames. January 8 Sago Mini Jinja’s Garden: A cozy gardening game for all ages starring the Sago Mini Friends characters. January 8
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12:06 pm
Battlefront MacBook Air takes a shelling in Ukraine and keeps on working | AppleInsider
Battlefront MacBook Air takes a shelling in Ukraine and keeps on working
A Ukrainian soldier has shown how his M1 MacBook Air has almost survived a direct hit from artillery shell shrapnel.Usually if a YouTuber is going to stress-test an Apple device, it's their iPhone and they drop it a lot. This time, YouTube user "Shadows" is also a soldier in Ukraine's Azov special forces brigade, and he didn't intend to stress-test his MacBook Air.While he is also a photographer on Instagram, unsurprisingly, this soldier does give much detail over his duties or this specific incident. But he has shown two images on Twitter of his MacBook Air after a shelling. MacBook Air M1?pic.twitter.com/IWofyq1H9w— (@lanevychs) January 1, 2026 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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Tuesday November 18
06:23 pm
Apple Releases Third macOS Tahoe 26.2 Public Beta | MacRumors
Apple Releases Third macOS Tahoe 26.2 Public Beta
Apple today provided public beta testers with the third beta of an upcoming macOS Tahoe 26.2 update for testing purposes. The public beta comes a day after Apple provided the beta to developers. After signing up for beta testing on Apple's beta site, public beta testers can download the updates using the Software Update section in the System Settings app. macOS Tahoe 26.2 beta 2 adds an Edge Light feature for video calls. Edge Light provides a light border around the edges of the Mac's display, mimicking the look of a physical ring light to improve lighting in darkened rooms. Edge Light uses the Neural Engine for positioning, so it is optimally placed around your face in the video frame. Light color can be adjusted from warm to cool, and the feature is available in video conferencing apps alongside other options like backgrounds, Portrait mode, and Voice Isolation. It is available on Macs that support Apple silicon. The macOS Tahoe 26.2 beta is limited to developers and public beta testers right now, but it won't be a long testing period. We'll likely see Apple release the update right around mid-December given past launch timelines.Related Roundup: macOS Tahoe 26Related Forum: macOS TahoeThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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06:22 pm
Apple Releases Second iOS 26.2 and iPadOS 26.2 Public Betas | MacRumors
Apple Releases Second iOS 26.2 and iPadOS 26.2 Public Betas
Apple today provided public beta testers with the second releases of upcoming iOS 26.2, iPadOS 26.2, tvOS 26.2, and watchOS 26.2 updates for testing purposes. The second public betas come two weeks after Apple seeded the first betas, and a day after Apple provided developers with the third iOS 26.2 beta. After signing up for beta testing on Apple's beta site, public beta testers can download the updates using the Software Update section in the Settings app on each device. iOS 26.2 adds a Liquid Glass slider for the Lock Screen, allowing you to customize the translucency of the clock. Alongside watchOS 26.2, the update changes labeling for the Sleep Score feature, adjusting numbers to better reflect sleep quality. AirPods Live Translation is available in the European Union with iOS 26.2, and in the Reminders app, there's an option to have an alarm go off when a reminder is due. Apple also added new features to Podcasts, Passwords, Freeform, and more, with a full list of new additions available in our iOS 26.2 feature guide. In the second beta of iOS 26.2, Apple made tweaks to menu animations, added Liquid Glass to the Measure app, and added a feature for turning off pinned messages in CarPlay. The third beta added further tweaks to iPad multitasking and new AirDrop functionality. Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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06:03 pm
Steve Jobs Talks Pixar in 'Never-Before-Seen' Interview as 'Toy Story' Turns 30 | MacRumors
Steve Jobs Talks Pixar in 'Never-Before-Seen' Interview as 'Toy Story' Turns 30
Just ahead of the 30th anniversary of Toy Story, The Steve Jobs Archive has shared a "never-before-seen" video of Steve Jobs discussing Pixar. The interview is from November 22, 1996 — exactly one year after Toy Story debuted in theaters, as the world's first entirely computer-animated feature-length film. In the video, Jobs reflects on Pixar's early success, business model, and more. For those unaware, Pixar was born after Jobs purchased the computer graphics division of Lucasfilm, and spun it into an independent company. He remained Pixar's majority shareholder until the company was sold to Disney in 2006. Fun fact: Jobs appears in Toy Story's opening credits. The Steve Jobs Archive was launched in 2022 by Laurene Powell Jobs, Tim Cook, and Jony Ive. The website features a collection of quotes, photos, videos, and emails from Jobs, and offers fellowships to young creators looking to follow in his footsteps.Tags: Pixar, Steve JobsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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04:47 pm
iPhone Driver's License Feature Launching in One of Biggest U.S. States | MacRumors
iPhone Driver's License Feature Launching in One of Biggest U.S. States
In select U.S. states, residents can add their driver's license or state ID to the Wallet app on the iPhone and Apple Watch, providing a convenient and contactless way to display proof of identity or age at select airports and businesses, and in select apps. Starting tomorrow, the feature will be available to residents of Illinois. The announcement confirmed that the feature will be supported at Chicago's O'Hare and Midway airports, as well as at Lambert airport in St. Louis, Missouri. To set up the feature, open the Wallet app and tap on the plus sign in the top-right corner. Next, select Driver's License and ID Cards and follow the steps. Apple says the feature requires an iPhone 8 or later running iOS 16.5 or later, or an Apple Watch Series 4 or later running watchOS 9.5 or later. Below, we have outlined information about the feature's availability. Supported States The following 12 states offer driver's licenses in the Wallet app:Arizona (since March 2022) Maryland (since May 2022) Colorado (since November 2022) Georgia (since May 2023) Ohio (since July 2024) Hawaii (since August 2024) California (since September 2024) Iowa (since October 2024) New Mexico (since December 2024)Montana (since August 2025) North Dakota (since September 2025) West Virginia (since October 2025) Illinois (since November 2025The feature is also available in Puerto Rico. Future States Apple and state governments have previously announced that the following U.S. states have signed on to adopt the feature in the future:Connecticut Kentucky Mississippi Oklahoma UtahParticipating Airports Apple says travelers should refer to TSA checkpoint signage to confirm availability of the feature. As mentioned above, the feature will be supported at Chicago's O'Hare and Midway airports, as well as at Lambert airport in St. Louis, Missouri. Apple previously said Wallet IDs can be used at select TSA checkpoints in the following U.S. airports, but it no longer maintains a public list:Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) Denver International Airport (DEN) Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) San Francisco International Airport (SFO) San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC) Los Angeles International (LAX) Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) Des Moines International Airport (DSM) Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) Lea County Regional Airport (HOB) Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) Billings Logan International Airport (BIL) Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN) Great Falls International Airport (GTF) Missoula International Airport (MSO)Apple Wallet IDs can also be used to show proof of age or identity at select businesses and venues in the U.S., but there is no list of locations.Tag: Apple WalletThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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04:42 pm
Apple Brings New AppleCare+ Options to India | MacRumors
Apple Brings New AppleCare+ Options to India
Apple today announced an expansion of AppleCare+ coverage in India, with new options for monthly and annual plans, and the addition of Theft and Loss for iPhone for the first time. Options for monthly and annual ‌AppleCare‌+ plans in India provide more choice and flexibility, allowing users to keep coverage for as long as they require. Apple's vice president of Worldwide ‌iPhone‌ Product Marketing, Kaiann Drance, said: AppleCare gives our customers peace of mind knowing that their products are protected and supported by Apple experts. With today's updates in India, we're making it easier and more affordable to get trusted protection, including access to our most complete coverage for iPhone. ‌AppleCare‌+ with Theft and Loss for ‌iPhone‌ allows for up to two incidents of theft or loss every year, along with all of the other benefits of ‌AppleCare‌+, such as battery replacement services, 24/7 priority support, and unlimited repairs for accidental damage. Plans start at INR 799. Customers can view options for ‌AppleCare‌+ coverage on eligible devices directly from the Settings app, where it begins immediately once initiated.Tags: AppleCare, IndiaThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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04:38 pm
Apple Pay Now Lets You 'Pay Later' With Klarna in Three More Countries | MacRumors
Apple Pay Now Lets You 'Pay Later' With Klarna in Three More Countries
Klarna is now available as a buy-now, pay-later option when using Apple Pay in Denmark, Spain, and Sweden, with France to follow in the coming weeks. This financing option lets you pay for your Apple Pay purchase in monthly installments. Klarna was already available via Apple Pay in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Apple discontinued its own buy-now, pay-later service called Apple Pay Later last year, and instead started partnering with third-party providers, including Klarna, Affirm, and Synchrony. Availability of these providers varies by country. When checking out with Apple Pay online and in apps, iPhone and iPad users can select "Other Cards & Pay Later Options" to access installment payment plans from Klarna and other financing partners, where available. Starting with iOS 26, the buy-now, pay-later options are also available for in-store Apple Pay purchases.Related Roundup: Apple PayRelated Forum: Apple Music, Apple Pay/Card, iCloud, Fitness+This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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04:22 pm
Sony's Early Black Friday Sale Introduces Big Savings on Headphones, TVs, and More | MacRumors
Sony's Early Black Friday Sale Introduces Big Savings on Headphones, TVs, and More
Sony is hosting an early Black Friday sale with savings on the company's best headphones, speakers, sound bars, TVs, photography equipment, and more. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Sony. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. We've collected a few of the most notable products on sale in the lists below, but be sure to head to Sony's website for the full list of deals. Most devices have an option for free pickup if you live near a Best Buy location that offers local pickup. $150 OFFSony WH-1000XM5 Headphones for $249.99 You can get Sony's popular WH-1000XM5 Premium Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones for $249.99 during this event, down from $399.99. There are also a few earbuds and other noise canceling headphones on sale with notable discounts, all of which have been applied automatically and do not require any coupon codes. Headphones WH-CH520 Wireless Headphones - $39.99 ($30 off) WH-CH720N Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones - $99.99 ($80 off) ULT WEAR Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones - $149.99 ($100 off) WH-1000XM4 Premium Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones - $199.99 ($150 off) WH-1000XM5 Premium Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones - $249.99 ($150 off) WH-1000XM6 Best Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones - $429.99 ($30 off) Earbuds WF-C510 Truly Wireless Earbuds - $49.99 ($20 off) WF-C710N Truly Wireless Noise Canceling Earbuds - $79.99 ($50 off) WF-1000XM5 The Best Truly Wireless Noise Canceling Earbuds - $229.99 ($100 off) TVs 43-inch Bravia LED 4K HDR Google TV - $419.99 ($80 off) 55-inch Bravia OLED 4K HDR Google TV - $999.99 ($500 off) 65-inch Bravia Mini LED 4K HDR Google TV - $999.99 ($500 off) 65-inch Bravia 4K HDR Google TV - $1,499.99 ($500 off) 65-inch Bravia II QD-OLED 4K HDR Google TV - $2,299.99 ($1,000 off) You can find all the Apple Black Friday Deals currently available in our dedicated post. For everything else, we're keeping track of the season's best Apple-related deals in our Black Friday roundup, so be sure to check back throughout the month for an updated list of all the most notable discounts you'll find for Black Friday 2025. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find this holiday season? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundups: Apple Black Friday, Apple DealsRelated Forum: Community DiscussionThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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03:32 pm
The Best Early Black Friday Mac Deals | MacRumors
The Best Early Black Friday Mac Deals
We're getting closer to Black Friday, which lands next week on Friday, November 28. In the lead-up to the shopping holiday, we're tracking a few lowest-ever prices on Apple's most popular Macs, including the M4 MacBook Air and brand new M5 MacBook Pro. 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. If you're looking for something other than Macs, be sure to visit our Black Friday Roundup for all of the best deals and discounts happening this season. For more Apple-specific devices currently on sale, our main post on the best current Apple Black Friday deals is the best place to look. MacBook Air Amazon is hosting best-ever prices across the entire M4 MacBook Air lineup for Black Friday. In total, you'll find $249 off every M4 MacBook Air notebook right now on Amazon, with both 13-inch and 15-inch models on sale. Starting with the 13-inch models, Amazon has $249 off all three configurations of this notebook. Prices start at $749.99 for the 256GB model, then rise to $949.99 for the 16GB/512GB model and $1,149.99 for the 24GB/512GB model. Every deal represents a new all-time low price on the M4 MacBook Air. $249 OFF13-inch M4 MacBook Air (256GB) for $749.99 $249 OFF13-inch M4 MacBook Air (16GB/512GB) for $949.99 $249 OFF13-inch M4 MacBook Air (24GB/512GB) for $1,149.99 Moving to the larger display models, Amazon has both 512GB versions of the 15-inch M4 MacBook Air on sale this week, as well as the 256GB model. The 16GB/512GB model is available for $1,149.99 and the 24GB/512GB model is on sale for $1,349.99. Across the board, these are all record low prices on the 15-inch M4 MacBook Air. $249 OFF15-inch M4 MacBook Air (256GB) for $949.99 $249 OFF15-inch M4 MacBook Air (16GB/512GB) for $1,149.99 $249 OFF15-inch M4 MacBook Air (24GB/512GB) for $1,349.99MacBook Pro Amazon has dropped the price of the new M5 MacBook Pro to $1,473.00, down from $1,599.00. This is the 10-Core model with 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD in Space Black, and it's a new all-time low price on the M5 MacBook Pro. $126 OFF14-inch M5 MacBook Pro (16GB RAM/512GB) for $1,473.00 $151 OFF14-inch M5 MacBook Pro (16GB RAM/1TB) for $1,648.00 If you're shopping for any other models of the M5 MacBook Pro, you'll want to take a look at our exclusive offers at Expercom. In regards to the higher-end models you'll find the best prices here, and our discount has been applied automatically to every computer. Some examples of deals are listed below. Note: We're currently seeing an issue where clicking on the Expercom links may not show the discounted pricing. Opening the links in a new tab/window or manually copying and pasting them into your browser should, however, work. The issue seems to only affect Safari, with Chrome, Firefox, and several other browsers working fine in our testing. 10-Core M5, 24GB RAM, 512GB, Nano-texture - $1,812.57, down from $1,949.00 10-Core M5, 24GB RAM, 1TB - $1,859.07, down from $1,999.00 Mac Mini Amazon is taking $100 off the 256GB model of the M4 Mac mini in early Black Friday deals, as well as over $100 off 512GB models. $100 OFFM4 Mac Mini (256GB) for $499.00 $110 OFFM4 Mac Mini (24GB/512GB) for $889.00 You can find all the Apple Black Friday Deals currently available in our dedicated post. For everything else, we're keeping track of the season's best Apple-related deals in our Black Friday roundup, so be sure to check back throughout the month for an updated list of all the most notable discounts you'll find for Black Friday 2025. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find this holiday season? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundups: Apple Black Friday, Apple DealsRelated Forum: Community DiscussionThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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03:29 pm
Apple's First Foldable Could Have Biggest Ever iPhone Battery | MacRumors
Apple's First Foldable Could Have Biggest Ever iPhone Battery
Apple is expected to launch its first foldable iPhone next year, and while there have been plenty of rumors about the book-style foldable's design and cameras, there are still questions surrounding its potential battery life, particularly given Apple's recent focus on thinness. According to the leaker and news aggregator account "yeux1122" on the Korean-langauge Naver blog, Apple is testing a battery in the 5,400–5,800 mAh range, which would make it the largest capacity of any current or previous iPhone. For reference, the iPhone 17 Pro Max has a 5,088 mAh battery. As for how it would compare to rival foldables already on the market, the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold has a battery size of 5,015 mAh, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has a 4,400 mAh battery, so anything in Apple's alleged testing range would likely offer superior battery life. A March report from the same Korean aggregator account claimed that Apple has placed a heavy focus on improving power efficiency while slimming down key components of its foldable iPhone, with battery life said to be a key priority for the company. Separately, Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has said the device will use high-density battery cells. The latest post claims that Apple will eventually settle on a capacity at the higher end of its testing range, as it apparently did previously with the iPhone Air. The details allegedly originate from a supply chain source, and the blog has offered accurate insights into Apple's component strategy in the past, but it has also been wrong, so a degree of caution is warranted. Multiple sources agree on key specifications for Apple's first foldable iPhone, including a 7.8-inch main display when unfolded and a 5.5-inch cover display. That's the consensus among Kuo and fellow analyst Jeff Pu, as well as the Weibo leaker Digital Chat Station. The device is also expected to use Touch ID integrated into the side button instead of Face ID, similar to the iPad Air and iPad mini. Apple's first foldable iPhone is expected to be equipped with four cameras, consisting of one front camera, one inner (possibly under-screen) camera, and two rear cameras. The device will reportedly use Apple's second-generation C2 modem for cellular connectivity, but it will lack a physical SIM card slot. Barring any unexpected delays, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman believes the foldable iPhone will launch alongside the iPhone 18 Pro models in the fall of 2026.Tags: Foldable iPhone, NaverThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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03:22 pm
Here's How Apple Uses 3D Printing for Apple Watch and iPhone Air | MacRumors
Here's How Apple Uses 3D Printing for Apple Watch and iPhone Air
Apple today highlighted its use of 3D-printed titanium in a trio of devices, the step-by-step process involved, and a few benefits of the technology. The titanium case on Apple Watch Ultra 3 models, the titanium case on higher-end Apple Watch Series 11 models, and the USB-C port on the iPhone Air are all 3D printed with 100% recycled aerospace-grade titanium powder, according to Apple. 3D printing involves creating an object layer by layer with powdered metal, until it is as close to the final shape needed as possible. It is an additive process, meaning that materials are only used as needed, whereas conventional forging is a more wasteful process that involves taking a solid block of metal and shaving it down into a desired part. Apple says its use of 3D printing enables Apple Watch Ultra 3 and titanium Apple Watch Series 11 cases to use just half the raw material compared to the equivalent previous-generation models. In total, Apple estimates that more than 400 metric tons of raw titanium will be saved this year alone thanks to this new process. Apple is aiming to achieve carbon neutrality across its entire footprint by 2030, and 3D printing helps it to get one step closer to that goal. "A 50 percent drop is a massive achievement — you're getting two watches out of the same amount of material used for one," said Sarah Chandler, Apple's Vice President of Environment and Supply Chain Innovation, in the press release. In addition to the environmental benefits, Apple said 3D printing improves waterproofing for the antenna housing in cellular Apple Watch models, as it provides better bonding between the metal case and the thin plastic strip for antenna signals. Apple previously said the iPhone Air's 3D-printed USB-C port offers three benefits compared to one made with a conventional forging process: it is thinner, stronger, and uses 33% less material to be more environmentally friendly. Apple goes on to detail its step-by-step process for 3D printing titanium Apple Watch cases. First, raw titanium is atomized into powder. Then, a machine with lasers uses that powder to build a set of cases layer by layer. Next, excess powder is removed from the cases. After the cases are separated, they are put through a final quality check. The full article on Apple's website is a worthwhile read if you are interested in learning more.Related Roundups: Apple Watch 11, Apple Watch Ultra 3, iPhone AirTag: Apple EnvironmentBuyer's Guide: Apple Watch (Buy Now), Apple Watch Ultra (Buy Now), iPhone Air (Buy Now)Related Forum: Apple WatchThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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01:25 pm
Apple Reveals Top Podcasts of 2025 | MacRumors
Apple Reveals Top Podcasts of 2025
Apple today shared its annual Apple Podcasts Top Charts of 2025, highlighting the most popular shows, episodes, and listening trends of the year. The 2025 charts are now available in the New tab of the ‌Apple Podcasts‌ app and will remain accessible through the end of the year. Listeners in more than 15 countries will also see a curated Best Shows of 2025 selection chosen by its editorial team. Apple identified The Joe Rogan Experience as the most popular podcast in the United States for 2025, based on overall listenership. The company also published full top-ten lists for all major categories: Top Shows The Joe Rogan Experience The Daily The Mel Robbins Podcast Crime Junkie Dateline NBC SmartLess Call Her Daddy This American Life Huberman Lab The Ezra Klein Show Top New Shows Good Hang with Amy Poehler Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce Deadly Mirage Blink | Jake Haendel's Story Murder in the Moonlight Devil in the Desert What Happened to Holly Bobo? Cold Blooded: Mystery in Alaska Unicorn Girl The Best People with Nicolle Wallace Top Series The Telepathy Tapes The Binge Cases Deadly Mirage Blink | Jake Haendel's Story Dateline Originals Murder in the Moonlight Serial THREE Devil in the Desert CounterClock Top Episodes The Telepathy Tapes: "Unveiling the Hidden World of Telepathic Communication in a Silenced Community" Crime Junkie: "MURDERED: The Feeney Family" New Heights: "The Taylor Swift Episode" The Joe Rogan Experience: "#2223 - Elon Musk" The Daily: "Trump, Again" Blink: "Blink" Deadly Mirage: "Death in the High Desert" SmartLess: "Amy Poehler" Good Hang with Amy Poehler: "Tina Fey" Murder in the Moonlight: "In Cold Blood" Most Shared Shows The Telepathy Tapes The Mel Robbins Podcast Sold a Story Blink | Jake Haendel's Story The Bible in a Year The Daily Huberman Lab The Bible Recap Scamanda The Ezra Klein Show Most Shared Episodes The Mel Robbins Podcast: "The Body Reset" The Telepathy Tapes: "Unveiling the Hidden World..." The Ezra Klein Show: "Don't Believe Him" The Shawn Ryan Show: "#163 Gary Brecka" The Peter Attia Drive: "Women's sexual health..." The Joe Rogan Experience: "#2294 - Dr. Suzanne Humphries" The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart: "Trump Won. What Now?" The Daily: "The Secret Power of Siblings" On Purpose: "Let Them Theory" Armchair Expert: "Mary Claire Haver" Most Followed Shows The Mel Robbins Podcast The Joe Rogan Experience Good Hang with Amy Poehler The Charlie Kirk Show Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce The Telepathy Tapes The MeidasTouch Podcast The Shawn Ryan Show Call Her Daddy The Daily Top Subscriber Shows The Daily Apple News+ Narrated The Ezra Klein Show Unicorn Girl Morbid Extrasensory Dateline NBC Scamtown Big Time The New York Times Narrated Top Channels SiriusXM Podcasts Wondery iHeartPodcasts The New York Times audiochuck Dateline NBC Dear Media Cumulus Podcast Network Audacy Vox Media Podcast Network The Top Charts of 2025 are localized for audiences around the globe, offering a distinct regional perspective on the year's top podcasts. The ‌Apple Podcasts‌ Show of the Year will be announced on Thursday, December 4. The annual award recognizes a single podcast that made what Apple described as a "significant cultural or creative impact" across the platform over the past year.Tag: Apple PodcastsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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10:12 am
Apple Sees Record October in China With Strong iPhone 17 Demand | MacRumors
Apple Sees Record October in China With Strong iPhone 17 Demand
Apple had a bumper month for iPhone sales in China in October, with sales jumping 37% compared to a year earlier on strong demand for iPhone 17 models, according to data from research firm Counterpoint. One in every four smartphones sold in the country for the month was an iPhone – a market share milestone Apple hasn't achieved since 2022, when there were fewer rivals in the premium segment. The iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max reached mid-to-high double-digit percentage growth, led by the standard iPhone 17. New iPhone models accounted for more than 80% of Apple's unit sales, Counterpoint senior analyst Ivan Lam said. It is the best ever start to a December quarter for Apple, far surpassing its previous peak in October 2021. "There is always some risk, especially with the much-expected Huawei Mate 80 series launching on November 25," said Lam. "But there's a lot of momentum behind Apple at this point. There is not much tapering to indicate a steep drop off." China's overall smartphone sell-through grew 8% year-over-year in October, thanks to the performance of Apple's iPhone 17 series as well as that of domestic manufacturers like Xiaomi, which climbed to the number 2 spot for the first time in over a decade. The data paints a rosy picture for Apple in the Chinese market, despite reports of a lukewarm reception for the iPhone Air, which has also performed poorly in other markets.Tags: China, CounterpointThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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12:16 am
Another Designer Leaves Apple | MacRumors
Another Designer Leaves Apple
The designer who introduced the iPhone Air at Apple's September event left the company, reports Bloomberg. Abidur Chowdhury recently departed Apple to join an AI startup, a move that apparently "made waves" internally because he was a rising star on the design team. Chowdhury worked on the ‌iPhone Air‌, and he described its feature set in a two-minute presentation in September. His departure was not related to the ‌iPhone Air‌ or the disappointing sales of the device. Chowdhury joined Apple's industrial design team in 2019, the same year that Jony Ive left the company to create a new design firm. After Ive departed, several other members of the design team left, either joining him or moving on to other companies. There are very few designers remaining at Apple who worked under Ive, and Apple has lost several high-profile designers over the last six years. Former Apple operations chief Jeff Williams had been overseeing the product design team since 2023, but he retired from Apple last week. Apple's design team will now report directly to Apple CEO Tim Cook.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Monday November 17
11:44 pm
iPhone Car Key Support Coming to Select Cadillac Vehicles | MacRumors
iPhone Car Key Support Coming to Select Cadillac Vehicles
Apple appears to be gearing up to add car key support to select Cadillac vehicles, based on backend code found by MacRumors. Cadillac is now on an internal Apple list of vehicles that offer car key integration. Apple has supported NFC-based digital keys in the Wallet app since 2022, and vehicle manufacturers have been adopting the feature since then. Digital keys allow users to lock, unlock, and start their vehicles with an iPhone or Apple Watch using NFC. At WWDC 2025, Apple confirmed that 13 vehicle brands would "soon" add support for digital car keys, and Cadillac was on the list. Other brands included were Acura, Porsche, GMC, Chevrolet, Rivian, Smart, Lucid Motors, Tata Motors, Hongqi, WEY, Chery, and Voyah. Apple has now added backend support for GM, Voyah, and Smart vehicles, but car manufacturers have yet to add support. For car key to come to Cadillac vehicles, GM will need to add the functionality. GM has not yet provided details on which Cadillac models will support car key. Some newer vehicles from BMW, Genesis, Kia, Audi, Hyundai, Lotus, Mercedes, Volvo, and more offer car keys support, with a list available on MacRumors.com. Tag: iPhone Car KeysThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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11:20 pm
Everything New in iOS 26.2 Beta 3 | MacRumors
Everything New in iOS 26.2 Beta 3
Apple provided developers with the third beta of an upcoming iOS 26.2 update, and there are still new features that are being added with each beta that we get. We've rounded up all of the changes that Apple made in beta 3. AirDrop Apple added new AirDrop functionality, providing a way for two people to share files temporarily without having to add one another as contacts. iOS 26.2 includes an option to generate a one-time AirDrop code, which can then be shared with someone who is not in your contacts list. The code allows file exchanges over AirDrop for a 30-day period. People you have shared a one-time code with can be managed by opening up the Settings app, selecting the General section, choosing AirDrop, and tapping on "Manage Known AirDrop Contacts." Hypertension Notifications According to Apple's developer notes, Hypertension Notifications are now available for reading with a new API. Apps can request authorization to read notifications resulting from the Hypertension Notification feature on Apple Watch. This suggests a third-party app can read data from the Health app, so your medical app could be alerted if you receive a hypertension alert. Privacy When you access your Apple Account for the first time after installing iOS 26.2, you'll see an alert letting you know that Apple's privacy information for Apple Accounts has been updated to better explain how personal information is collected and used by Apple. Side Button Apple is laying the groundwork for a new option that will let iPhone users in Japan choose a different default voice assistant. A press and hold gesture on the Side Button only activates ‌Siri‌ in the current version of iOS 26, but there are multiple references to new Side Button behavior in the beta. The wording indicates that Japanese users will be able to select a new app to activate with the Side Button, potentially allowing alternative assistants like Gemini or Alexa to be used on the ‌iPhone‌. Developer documentation confirms that it will only be available for Japanese Apple Accounts owned by people living in Japan. Liquid Glass Settings When using the new Liquid Glass "Tinted" option that reduces transparency, there's a warning that the Tinted option cannot be used in tandem with the Reduce Transparency and Increase Contrast Accessibility settings. Turning on Tinted mode is able to turn off Reduce Transparency and Increase Contrast automatically. In the prior betas, there was no option to turn on Tinted mode without turning off these features manually. Games App There is a new splash screen that confirms features coming to the Games app in iOS 26.2, including options to filter the games library, better support for navigating the Games app with a controller, and real-time updates challenge scores during gameplay. Alarms in Reminders There's now a small reminder about the option to mark a reminder as urgent to get an alarm, functionality that is new in iOS 26.2. The reminder shows up when you go to add a new entry in a list for the first time. There's also a splash screen that lets users know about the new feature. iPadOS 26.2 Multitasking In the third iPadOS 26.2 beta, Apple added an option to drag and drop apps from the App Library, Dock, and Spotlight into Slide Over and tiled views, restoring some functionality that was removed in the iPadOS 18 to iPadOS 26 transition. More Features Know of a new feature in iOS 26.2 beta 3 that we left out? Let us know in the comments.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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10:06 pm
iOS 26.2 Lets iPhone Users in Japan Replace Siri With Third-Party Assistants on Side Button | MacRumors
iOS 26.2 Lets iPhone Users in Japan Replace Siri With Third-Party Assistants on Side Button
Following signs of new Side Button functionality in the iOS 26.2 beta 3 update, Apple developer documentation has confirmed that assigning a third-party voice assistant to the Side Button will be a feature available to iPhone users in Japan. Developers are able to set up an App Intents framework that will allow voice-based conversational apps to be launched directly from the Side Button in Japan. Right now, a long press on the Side Button activates Siri, and there is no option to change that. Japanese ‌iPhone‌ users will soon be able to select a new default, opting to activate Alexa, Gemini, or another voice assistant instead. App developers will need to expressly adopt this functionality for Side Button access to be available to consumers. From Apple's developer documentation:In Japan, people might place an action on the side button of iPhone that instantly launches your voice-based conversational app. People expect the voice-based conversational functionality to be instantly available when they launch your app with the side button, so make sure to let them immediately use it by starting an audio session - for example, with AVFoundation. Apple makes it clear that the option to activate a third-party personal assistant using App Intents will only be available on the ‌iPhone‌ in Japan, not in other countries. To use the feature, the country or region of an Apple Account must be set to Japan and a user must be located in Japan. iOS 26.2 also adds support for third-party App Stores and provides a Safari Search Engine choice screen during setup in Japan. With these features, Apple is complying with Mobile Software Competition Act Guidelines established by the Japan Fair Trade Commission. When we initially shared details of the Side Button code, it looked like it might be available to ‌iPhone‌ users in the European Union under the Digital Markets Act. It's possible that might still happen eventually, but it's clear that the initial implementation will be limited to Japan.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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09:50 pm
iPadOS 26.2 Beta 3 Adds New Drag and Drop Multitasking Functionality | MacRumors
iPadOS 26.2 Beta 3 Adds New Drag and Drop Multitasking Functionality
In the initial version of iOS 26, Apple removed Slide Over and Split View multitasking in favor of a new window-based multitasking system. A replacement for Split View was available in an added tiled mode, but Slide Over was entirely gone. iPad users missed Slide Over, so Apple brought basic Slide Over functionality back in iPadOS 26.1. In the latest beta of iOS 26.2, Apple is further tweaking Slide Over to make it work more like it did in iPadOS 18. As long as you have at least one app open on the Home Screen, you can drag and drop other apps into various multitasking views, including Slide Over. You can drag an app from the Dock, Spotlight search, or the App Library to the far left or far right of the display to enter Slide Over mode, or to the left or right sides to enter a tiled view that's similar to Split View. You can also drag an app to the middle to open up a bigger or smaller window. There are visual indications that let you know when an app is in a left, right, or Slide Over position. If you already have an app open in Slide Over or two apps in a tiled view, you can drag an app over the top of one of the existing apps to put the new app in its position. Unlike iPadOS 18, the prior app stays open so you can go back to it if you close the new app. iPadOS 26 users who missed how multitasking worked in iPadOS 18 will now have options to use the ‌iPad‌ in much the same way. iPadOS 26.2 is expected to launch to the public this December.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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07:53 pm
iOS 26.2 Might Let iPhone Users in the EU Replace Siri With a Third-Party Assistant | MacRumors
iOS 26.2 Might Let iPhone Users in the EU Replace Siri With a Third-Party Assistant
With iOS 26.2 beta 3, Apple appears to be laying the groundwork for a future option allowing iPhone users in the EU to choose a different default voice assistant than Siri. Right now, a press and hold gesture on the Side Button only activates ‌Siri‌, but there are multiple references to new Side Button behavior in the beta. The wording suggests that the ‌iPhone‌ will permit users to choose a different app to activate through the Side Button, though this is likely to be limited to people in the EU. Some of the code snippets: - Press and Hold to Speak is not available while the Side Button is assigned to %@. - Side Button Settings - Select Another Default Side Button App - The default Side Button app cannot be hidden. You can change your default apps in Settings. - The default Side Button app cannot be locked. You can change your default apps in Settings. - %@ is no longer eligible for use with the Side Button. Contact the app developer for more information. - %@ is not available for use with the Side Button in your region. The European Union's Digital Markets Act interoperability rules say that gatekeepers like Apple have to provide app makers with access to the "same hardware and software features" that are available to the operating system or virtual assistant run by the gatekeeper. There's also wording that says users must be able to "easily change the default settings on the operating system, virtual assistant and web browser of the gatekeeper that direct or steer end users to products or services provided by the gatekeeper," which can be interpreted as requiring Apple to support third-party voice assistants at the system level. The code is in Apple's private ‌Siri‌ frameworks, which implies that the change is related to virtual assistants, plus it references a long press. Apple already supports setting a different payment app to replace the Wallet app in the EU, and those apps have the ability to open when the Side Button is pressed twice in quick succession. The updated functionality would presumably allow users in the EU to set Gemini, Alexa, or another voice assistant app to activate instead of ‌Siri‌ when the Side Button is held down. Both the Digital Markets Act and the presence of region-related restriction settings suggest that Apple is planning to implement this change only in the European Union. Earlier this year, Bloomberg suggested that Apple would give users in the EU the option to set a default voice assistant other than ‌Siri‌, and it appears iOS 26.2 might be the update that adds the functionality.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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07:40 pm
All-New Apple Store Opening in Beijing, Download the Special Wallpaper | MacRumors
All-New Apple Store Opening in Beijing, Download the Special Wallpaper
Apple has announced it will be opening an all-new store at the Livat Centre shopping mall in Beijing, China on Saturday, December 6, at 10 a.m. local time. Opened in 2014, the Livat Centre is one of the most popular shopping malls in Beijing. The mall has a Scandinavian design and is anchored by IKEA, as a result of being owned by Sweden's Ingka Group, the world's largest IKEA franchisee. To celebrate the store's upcoming opening, Apple has shared a special wallpaper for the iPhone, iPad, and Mac, as well as a special Apple Watch face.Tag: Apple StoreThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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06:47 pm
iOS 26.2 Adds Temporary AirDrop Access With Shareable Codes | MacRumors
iOS 26.2 Adds Temporary AirDrop Access With Shareable Codes
iOS 26.2 beta 3 includes new iPhone AirDrop functionality, providing a way for two people to share files temporarily without having to add each other as contacts. There is a new option to get an AirDrop code, which can then be shared with someone who is not in your contacts list. The code provides AirDrop access for a 30-day period, with options to remove access in the Settings app. Share a secure code with people not in your contacts to use AirDrop. You will be able to find each other for the next 30 days. You can manage access in Settings. When you generate a code, the person that you're planning to use AirDrop with can input that code so that your devices can communicate with one another. There are already options to turn AirDrop off entirely, limit AirDrop to contacts only, or turn AirDrop on for everyone for 10 minutes. The code-based option provides a way to create a connection with someone you don't want to create a contact card for, while avoiding having to turn AirDrop on for all people nearby. People you have shared a one-time code with can be managed by opening up the Settings app, selecting the General section, choosing AirDrop, and tapping on "Manage Known AirDrop Contacts."Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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02:53 am
United States SMS Carrier Partner Maintenance | Twilio
United States SMS Carrier Partner Maintenance
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 14, 22:00 PST - Dec 15, 01:00 PSTDec 4, 18:32 PSTScheduled - Our SMS carrier partner in the United States is conducting a planned maintenance from 14 December 2025 at 22:00 PST until 15 December 2025 at 01:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to and from United States handsets.
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02:51 am
SMS Delivery Delays to DiGi Network in Malaysia | Twilio
SMS Delivery Delays to DiGi Network in Malaysia
Dec 4, 18:51 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery delays when sending messages to DiGi Network in Malaysia. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.
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01:23 am
Russia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Beeline | Twilio
Russia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Beeline
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 8, 13:00 - 16:00 PSTDec 4, 17:13 PSTScheduled - The Beeline network in Russia is conducting a planned maintenance from 08 December 2025 at 13:00 PST until 08 December 2025 at 16:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to Beeline Russia handsets.
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Mexico SMS Carrier Maintenance – Telcel | Twilio
Mexico SMS Carrier Maintenance – Telcel
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 4, 20:00 - 23:00 PSTDec 4, 17:12 PSTScheduled - The Telcel network in Mexico is conducting a planned maintenance from 04 December 2025 at 20:00 PST until 04 December 2025 at 23:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to and from Telcel Mexico handsets.We are aware of the short notice and are working with our Carrier Partners to provide earlier notification where possible.
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SMS Delivery Delays to XPhone Network in Israel | Twilio
SMS Delivery Delays to XPhone Network in Israel
Dec 4, 16:01 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery delays when sending messages to XPhone network in Israel. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.
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Thursday December 04
11:24 pm
RCS Messages Delivery Failures towards AT&T US network | Twilio
RCS Messages Delivery Failures towards AT&T US network
Dec 4, 15:24 PSTResolved - An issue has been resolved and RCS messages towards AT&T US network is operating normally at this time.Dec 4, 15:21 PSTUpdate - Issue where RCS messages towards AT&T US network may be experiencing delivery failures are 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.Dec 4, 14:28 PSTUpdate - Issue where RCS messages towards AT&T US network may be experiencing delivery failures are 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.Dec 4, 11:40 PSTUpdate - Issue where RCS messages towards AT&T US network may be experiencing delivery failures are 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.Dec 4, 09:48 PSTMonitoring - Issue where RCS messages towards AT&T US network may be experiencing delivery failures are 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.Dec 4, 03:36 PSTUpdate - We continue to experience an intermittent issue where RCS messages towards AT&T US network may be experiencing delivery failures. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We expect to provide another update in 24 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Dec 3, 11:00 PSTUpdate - We continue to experience an intermittent issue where RCS messages towards AT&T US network may be experiencing delivery failures. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We expect to provide another update in 16 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Dec 3, 02:55 PSTUpdate - We continue to experience an intermittent issue where RCS messages towards AT&T US network may be experiencing delivery failures. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We expect to provide another update in 8 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Dec 2, 23:13 PSTUpdate - We continue to experience an intermittent issue where RCS messages towards AT&T US network may be experiencing delivery failures. 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.Dec 2, 21:13 PSTUpdate - We continue to experience an issue where RCS messages towards AT&T US network may be experiencing delivery failures. 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.Dec 2, 20:23 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing an issue where RCS messages towards AT&T US network may be experiencing delivery failures. 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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SMS Delivery Delays and Failures to China Unicom in China | Twilio
SMS Delivery Delays and Failures to China Unicom in China
Dec 4, 14:54 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery delays and failures when sending messages to China Unicom in China. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.
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Some users are unable to retrieve deleted Zap from Trash. | Zapier
Some users are unable to retrieve deleted Zap from Trash.
Status: InvestigatingWe are aware of an issue where deleted Zaps are not loading when attempting to access their Trash. This causes Zaps that were deleted to be unretrievable if they need to be recovered from Trash. All other Zap functionality is working as expected. Our Engineering team is working towards a fix but please reach out to our support team at http://zapier.com/app/contact-us if you're unable to retrieved deleted Zaps.
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Degraded analytics processing | Vimeo
Degraded analytics processing
Dec 4, 13:14 ESTUpdate - A processing issue is delaying analytics data. Previously processed data is still available through the analytics reports. No data loss is projected.Dec 4, 13:02 ESTIdentified - The issue has been identified and a fix is being implemented.
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GRU (São Paulo) on 2025-12-15 | CloudFlare
GRU (São Paulo) on 2025-12-15
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 15, 05:00 - 09:00 UTCDec 4, 17:24 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in GRU (São Paulo) datacenter on 2025-12-15 between 05:00 and 09:00 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.
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IAD (Ashburn) on 2025-12-12 | CloudFlare
IAD (Ashburn) on 2025-12-12
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 12, 07:00 - 11:00 UTCDec 4, 17:28 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in IAD (Ashburn) datacenter on 2025-12-12 between 07:00 and 11:00 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.
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IAD (Ashburn) on 2025-12-11 | CloudFlare
IAD (Ashburn) on 2025-12-11
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 11, 07:00 - 11:00 UTCDec 4, 17:32 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in IAD (Ashburn) datacenter on 2025-12-11 between 07:00 and 11:00 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.
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Service Issue – Managed Databases | Linode
Service Issue – Managed Databases
Dec 4, 17:43 UTCInvestigating - Our team is investigating a service issue affecting the Managed Databases service. During this time, users may experience issues when attempting to configure, update, provision, and view Managed Databases via the Cloud Manager or Linode API. Existing Managed Database cluster operations are not affected.We will share additional updates as we have more information.
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SMS Delivery Failures to Dito Network in Philippines | Twilio
SMS Delivery Failures to Dito Network in Philippines
Dec 4, 09:23 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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GRU (São Paulo) on 2025-12-12 | CloudFlare
GRU (São Paulo) on 2025-12-12
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Dec 12, 05:00 - 09:00 UTCDec 4, 17:20 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in GRU (São Paulo) datacenter on 2025-12-12 between 05:00 and 09:00 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.
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