You should prepare for your iPhone 18 Pro pre-order right now
If you want an iPhone 18 Pro and don't want to wait weeks after they ship, go online now to get your preorder ready. Here's how to do it and what you need to look out for.You can't buy it yet, but you can specify and configure the iPhone 18 Pro model you want - image credit: Apple.Pre-orders for new iPhones always start a few minutes late, depending where you are in the world and whether you're ordering online, or through the app. Then when you get on, certain models sell out in moments.On the day, all you can do to beat the pre-orders starting late is to keep refreshing both the app and the online store. But there is much more you can do in advance to at least hopefully ensure you get the model, the configuration, and the color, that you want. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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You should prepare for your iPhone 18 Pro pre-order right now
If you want an iPhone 18 Pro and don't want to wait weeks after they ship, go online now to get your preorder ready. Here's how to do it and what you need to look out for.You can't buy it yet, but you can specify and configure the iPhone 18 Pro model you want - image credit: Apple.Pre-orders for new iPhones always start a few minutes late, depending where you are in the world and whether you're ordering online, or through the app. Then when you get on, certain models sell out in moments.On the day, all you can do to beat the pre-orders starting late is to keep refreshing both the app and the online store. But there is much more you can do in advance to at least hopefully ensure you get the model, the configuration, and the color, that you want. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple Watch Live Rewind and Siri Recap sound creepy, but privacy is built in
The new Apple Watch Audio Intelligence features Live Rewind and Siri Recap aren't the obvious privacy violations you might think they are. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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★ The Dalrymple Report: iPhone Duo and iPhone 18 Pro
Apple just had its fall event introducing several new products including the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, AirPods 5, Apple Watch Series 12, and Apple Watch Ultra 4. Dave and I ran through our thoughts on each … Continued

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Apple Watch Series 12 vs. Series 11 comparison: Worth the upgrade?
The Apple Watch Series 12 brings upgraded health sensors and new AI features, but does it offer enough to tempt Series 11 owners? (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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Your old iPhone is actually going to get faster next week
Macworld When Apple releases iOS 27 Monday, the main highlight will be artificial intelligence, which is only available on newer phones (iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 16 and later). Head over to the iOS 27 site on Apple.com, and you’ll see a lot about the new Siri AI, Apple Intelligence, and other features that require the latest hardware to run. Unsurprisingly, this might leave owners of older iPhones wondering what exactly they’ll gain from the update. After spending some time testing the iOS 27 beta on an iPhone 11 Pro Max (the oldest iPhone supported by the update), I can report that iOS 27 is just as important for older iPhones—maybe even more so. Although they’ll miss out on the latest AI features, iOS 27 may be the best update older iPhones have received in years. iOS 27 makes older iPhones fast again If you’ve installed iOS 26 on an older iPhone, you’ve probably noticed that some things weren’t exactly smooth. Even some of the latest iPhones had some trouble running the fancy animations added with Liquid Glass. Earlier this year, I wrote about how iOS 26 seemed noticeably buggy compared to other recent iOS releases. Animations stuttered more often, apps took longer to launch, and even basic system interactions sometimes felt sluggish. Apple promised that iOS 27 would address many of these issues. Even before the release candidate arrived this week, my tests with the iPhone 11 Pro Max show that the company was serious about improving performance, especially when it comes to old hardware. iOS 27 will bring some design refinements to Liquid Glass, but the real improvements are with performance.Foundry To get a better idea of how much has changed, I measured the time it takes to complete a handful of common tasks on the same iPhone 11 Pro Max running iOS 26 and iOS 27 beta 1. I started with something simple that most people do every day: taking photos with their iPhone. On iOS 26, my iPhone 11 took 0.98 seconds to open the Camera app, then 3.61 seconds to take a photo and load it into my photo library. I ran the test again with iOS 27, and the improvements were noticeable. Now it only takes about 0.65 seconds to open the Camera app, and 2.44 seconds to take a photo and immediately open it from the thumbnail preview. For users, this means a lower chance of missing an important shot because their phone is too slow. Many iPhone users also rely on the Maps app every day, and on iOS 26, the iPhone 11 took a long 3.01 seconds to load it. With the first beta of iOS 27, the same iPhone now loads the Maps app in just 1.36 seconds. That’s twice as fast as on iOS 26. Other actions, such as launching Safari, browsing the App Store, and opening the share sheet, are also noticeably faster in iOS 27.  iOS 27 beta vs. iOS 26 speed tests

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iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone Duo, more: What AppleInsider thinks about 'Surprise and Shine'
It's been a busy few days. In the fallout of the iPhone Duo reveal at the "Surprise and Shine" event, we have some thoughts. What are yours?Left to right: Actual iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and iPhone DuoThe 77 minute event was bookended by the latest iPhone models, a bunch of Apple Health updates related to more powerful Apple Watches, and a smidge on AirPods 5. Tim Cook made a cameo, Johnny Srouji had a sore throat, and yes, there's a foldable iPhone.The AppleInsider staff comes in many shapes, sizes, and opinions that run the gamut. For every devout staffer hyped about the latest release, there's a skeptic worried about the implications. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Inside Visual Intelligence on iOS and macOS: Using Apple's best AI feature
Visual Intelligence is being promoted more thanks to iOS 27's changes, but it's also available for Mac users in macOS 27 Golden Gate. Here's what it is, and how it varies between the platforms.In the 27-generation of Apple's ecosystem, Visual Intelligence is everywhere. Apple's WWDC keynote in June included a considerable amount of AI-related changes. The main change involved Siri AI, Apple's major upgrade to its digital assistant.However, a second important element was also getting some much-needed changes. That would be Visual Intelligence. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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The new Apple Watch can’t be used for secret surveillance, Apple insists
Macworld The Apple Watch Series 12, announced at the Surprise and Shine event on Wednesday, doesn’t offer a great deal by way of momentous hardware changes. But Apple did manage to spring a few surprises with an array of software upgrades for the device, including a cool feature called Live Rewind. Live Rewind, which is accessed via a double-press of the Digital Crown, displays the last 15 seconds of your conversation in text form on the watch’s screen. This is a neat and potentially very useful feature for those moments when you miss something important and don’t want to, or cannot, ask the speaker to repeat themselves. But it does raise some privacy questions. After all, the fact that the feature works at all indicates that the Apple Watch is constantly eavesdropping on your conversations, likely without the knowledge or consent of the people you’re with. But Apple has rushed to offer reassurance. The Apple Watch Series 12, like so many current tech devices, may be constantly listening (otherwise “Hey Siri” wouldn’t be able to work), but users cannot directly access the audio of its eavesdropping secretly. The feature makes a distinct chiming sound when activated, Apple says, and this sound cannot be disabled. There’s also a screen animation. Even the physical method of activating the feature, the company claims, will help those around you to see what you’re up to. A new support document for the Audio Intelligence watch features contains two privacy-related sections: one headed “How Audio Intelligence features protect your privacy” and another headed “How Audio Intelligence features protect the privacy of those nearby.” The latter section contains the following comment about Live Rewind: “When [the feature is] activated, an audible chime plays from the speaker on your Apple Watch, even if your Apple Watch is on silent or you have headphones connected. A full-display animation and microphone indicator appear on the display, and a distinct double-press gesture is required to activate Live Rewind. This is to alert those nearby that the feature has been activated.” And even with these measures in place, Apple is keen to advise customers to use the feature responsibly. “Be mindful of those around you,” the support document goes on to say. “While audio is not recorded and stored, and no speakers are attributed, consider those around you where conversations might be private or sensitive.” On the whole this seems like a wise move. Apple is fond of portraying itself as the pro-privacy tech company, and suffered reputational damage when the AirTag became associated with stalking. There’s a deep public distrust of smart glasses because of their capacity to surveil and record without consent; audio surveillance doesn’t feel quite as intrusive, but it’s sensible to take control of the narrative and head off such accusations before they become too widespread.

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iPhone Duo design & MagSafe problems on the AppleInsider Podcast
Apple has finally revealed the foldable iPhone Duo, the iPhone 18 Pro with variable aperture, more advanced Apple Watch models, and updated AirPods. Here's everything you need to know on the AppleInsider Podcast.All eyes are on the new iPhone Duo and all minds are on just which MagSafe accessories it will or won't work with.iPhone Duo is the star of the show with its folding inner display and small external display. There are compromises to make this size and form factor work, but perhaps not as many as there could have been.There was some concern over whether MagSafe would even be included in the device, but it is there. However, you'll likely need specific accessories for it, as your MagSafe wallet and battery may not fit. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Samsung holds Apple to $250 per iPhone Duo display in three-year deal
A leaker with a reasonable track record has sketchy details of what they claim Samsung's iPhone Duo display deal is with Apple.Samsung has the exclusive deal to provide screens for the iPhone Duo.It was already known that Samsung makes the displays for the iPhone Duo, and also that the screen company had an exclusive deal. Apple was seemingly forced to accept the arrangement because no other firm was able to supply the required screens.Now according to leaker Instant Digital posting on the Chinese social media site Weibo, the deal is a three-year one. It's to cover the current iPhone Duo and future models during that time, and they say Samsung is charging $250 per panel. Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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The perfect iPhone Duo case doesn’t exis…
Macworld If you’re planning on investing in the iPhone Duo, here’s a question for you: Are you putting it in a case? I mean, it’s Apple’s most expensive phone. It would seem prudent to protect your investment. And now that Apple’s folding iPhone is real, case manufacturers will begin releasing cases for it, so you can pick one out when you get your iPhone Duo in October. If you’re a longtime Apple fan, one case you might want to consider is one from Spigen. The company posted a concept for an iPhone Duo case that is inspired by the iBook, the colorful clamshell-shaped laptop that Apple released way back in 1999. The idea is that you can protect your iPhone Duo with a plastic white and Blureberry/Tangerine/Key Lime shell that is reminiscent of the iBook. duo you want this pic.twitter.com/I2c3aVKMws— Spigen (@spigen) September 10, 2026 In a follow-up post, Spigen said the case is a “concept for now but who knows 👀,” so if you want this, you need to let them know. Spigen has teased other retro concepts before. In February, it posted a concept for a “1984” beige MacBook case with an impression that symbolizes the floppy drive, and the bottom of the case has Apple’s classic script “hello” etched into the center. But Spigen doesn’t have such a product on its website, though it’s only been seven months since it posted the idea.

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Why Apple’s new audio AI features aren’t the privacy nightmare you think they are
Macworld With the Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4, Apple is introducing some neat new audio-based AI features that seem genuinely useful and exciting. The new S11 processor includes hardware that makes it possible to continually listen and (lightly) process audio without ruining battery life, and Apple is using that to provide four new AI-powered features. It calls these features “Audio Intelligence” because Apple can’t help but brand everything. Full-time Shazam: The watch can detect music playing and automatically identify it using Shazam, displaying it on widget in the Smart Stack. Apple Watches already do this on demand, but the new thing here is that it does it continuously in the background like Pixel phones. Sound recognition: The same feature you can get on HomePods and iPhone now comes to Apple Watch. You can get notified visually when your watch hears sounds such as doorbells, fire alarms, sirens, etc. You used to need your iPhone nearby to use this feature, but the Series 12 and Ultra 4 can do it independently. Live Rewind: Double-tap the digital crown to see a text readout of the last 15 seconds of what was said around you. You can then ask Siri about it or save it to the Siri app. Siri Recap: Get a high-level summary of an entire conversation in the Siri app, so you don’t forget specifics or need to take notes. The first two of those features don’t really bother anyone. Those are existing features, and the only new thing is that the Apple Watch can do them in the background without iPhone intervention. The last two will be available later this year as a beta, and those are the ones that have people freaking out. Are people’s Apple Watches going to be recording you all the time? Apple has issued a Audio Intelligence Security Overview white paper to help users understand how all this works and how it protects everyone’s privacy. It’s worth a read, but here are the highlights. How Live Rewind works On the Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4, audio from the microphone is continuously flowing into a little buffer in the Secure Enclave. This actually happens on lots of Apple products; it’s how they know if you’ve said “Hey Siri” or not. This is a rolling buffer, where new data continuously replaces old data. The Secure Enclave is a completely separate hardware block that is not accessible to the rest of the operating system, or any apps, or even Apple. It’s where your Face ID and Touch ID data is stored, for example. Live Rewind will show you what you missed—privately.Apple When you double-press the Digital Crown, the last 15 seconds of that buffer is sent via an encrypted secure transfer to your iPhone, where an AI model transcribes it. This happens in the iPhone’s Secure Enclave, so the audio cannot be accessed by the rest of iOS, or any app, or the user, or even Apple. This is just a straight voice-to-text transcription; it doesn’t identify or label people who are speaking. The audio is then immediately discarded. The text of the translation is then sent back to Apple Watch where it appears on the display. It is not saved unless you ask Siri about it or save it to the Siri app to revisit later. The Siri app’s data is end-to-end encrypted and synced between devices, and users can control whether conversations are automatically deleted after 30 days, 1 year, or saved forever. Apple cannot decrypt this data, even with a court order—only the user has the key. And one more thing, an audible chime plays from the speaker on your Apple Watch when you implement Live Rewind, even if your Apple Watch is on silent or you have headphones connected. So that’s how Live Rewind protects your privacy and those around you. Raw audio data can’t ever be accessed by the user, the system, Apple, or any apps. It’s just straight translated to text, which is then optionally saved in the end-to-end encrypted Siri app. How Siri Recap works Siri Recap works in a similar way, but there’s more going on. You’ll be able to leave it on all the time, only when you trigger it manually, or specify certain places or times when it can’t operate. First, a tiny little lightweight model simply detects if a conversation is happening at all. If it is, that encrypted and secure audio buffer is sent to the iPhone (via an encrypted data transfer) for processing. It is transcribed to condensed text, and the raw audio is then immediately discarded. It is never accessible to the OS, apps, the user, or Apple. This transcribed text passes through a safety filter than will remove potentially harmful terms. Then it is encrypted and sent to Apple’s Private Cloud Compute servers to be summarized, along with relevent contextual data that can make the summary better (such as what music you might be listening to, a relevant calendar entry, or high-level place information like what city you’re in). Apple Private Cloud Compute generates a title and summary with key points. It removes any specific identifiable or sensitive info such as place names or financial data, while leaving generic places names like “park” or “grocery store.” That summary is then sent back to your devices, encrypted, where it is stored in the Siri app in a new Recaps tab. All data on Apple’s Private Cloud Compute servers is always discarded immediately after processing; Apple never saves any of it. The summaries in the Recaps tab are deleted automatically after seven days unless you choose to save it. Like Live Rewind, Siri Recap does not create a recording, does not identify speakers, and does not even create a verbatim transcript. No audio is ever accessible at any step of the process by the user, any app, or Apple. Finally, Live Rewind and Siri Recap are not available for users under the age of 13. For users under 18 on a Child Account, access to Live Rewind and Siri Recap must be turned on by a parent or guardian.

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Ternus and Joswiak talk about designing the iPhone Duo in secret
In a new interview, Apple CEO John Ternus talks about the long road to the iPhone Duo, while Joz is delighted just how secret they kept the project.John Ternus (left) and Greg Joswiak - image credit: Tom's Guide/TechRadarIt had been rumored for such a long time, and so many leaks got little details right, but overall the iPhone Duo has been Apple's best-kept secret in years. Talking to Tom's Guide and TechRadar in a new interview, Greg Joswiak, senior vice president of worldwide marketing, says he's "super proud" of that."We put extra security on it, we didn't talk about it to anyone," he said. "We had a very funny codename, which I won't even repeat, that had nothing to do with it." Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Best iPhone 2026: Every iPhone compared
Macworld Apple’s 2026 iPhone lineup is broader than ever, ranging from the relatively affordable iPhone 17e to the high-end iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, plus the ultra-thin iPhone Air and the new folding iPhone Duo. That gives buyers more choice, but it also makes picking the right model more complicated than simply choosing the newest or most expensive iPhone. For most people, the iPhone 17 is the best all-round choice, thanks to its 6.3-inch ProMotion display, strong battery life, dual 48MP cameras and 256GB of storage as standard. The iPhone 17e is the better option if price matters most, while the iPhone 18 Pro is the model to choose for the best cameras and performance. The iPhone 18 Pro Max adds the longest battery life, the iPhone Air prioritises thinness and low weight, and the iPhone Duo offers Apple’s biggest and most flexible display. Which iPhone is best for you will therefore depend on what you value most. Camera enthusiasts should look closely at the Pro models, heavy users may prefer the Pro Max for its battery life, while parents, older users and anyone trying to keep costs down may find the 17e a much better fit. There can also be excellent value in buying a discounted or refurbished older iPhone rather than paying full price for the latest hardware. This guide focuses on the best iPhone to buy for different types of user and budget. If you want to dig deeper into the differences between every model, see our complete iPhone Buying Guide, where we compare the cameras, displays, performance, storage, battery life and other key specifications across Apple’s current lineup. Which iPhone to buy: At a glance If you want…Then buy…Best cameraiPhone 18 ProBest battery iPhone 18 Pro MaxBiggest screeniPhone DuoBest all-rounderiPhone 17 Best valueiPhone 17eLightest iPhone Air CheapestRefurbished iPhone (iPhone 16 or newer) 1. Apple iPhone 17 – Best iPhone for most people Pros Excellent overall value ProMotion Always-On display Dual 48MP cameras Cons No dedicated telephoto Limited to 512GB Price When Reviewed: $899 (was $799) Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Why we recommend it The iPhone 17 brings several features previously reserved for Pro models to Apple’s mainstream iPhone, including a 120Hz ProMotion display and Always-On support. It also offers the fast A19 chip, dual 48MP cameras, an improved Centre Stage selfie camera, strong battery life and 256GB of storage as standard. For most buyers, it strikes the best balance between price and features. Buy iPhone 17 if Buy the iPhone 17 if you want the best all-round iPhone without paying Pro prices. Its 6.3-inch ProMotion display, excellent cameras, strong battery life and 256GB starting storage make it particularly appealing to anyone upgrading from an iPhone 14 or older. Don’t buy iPhone 17 if Don’t buy it if you want optical zoom beyond 2x or Apple’s most advanced camera features—in that case, choose the iPhone 18 Pro. The iPhone Air is a better choice if thinness and low weight are your priorities, while existing iPhone 16 owners may find the upgrade relatively modest unless ProMotion and improved battery life are particularly important. What do you get that you don’t get with the iPhone 17e? For the extra $200, the iPhone 17 gives you a larger 6.3-inch ProMotion Always-On display, Dynamic Island, a second 48MP Ultra Wide camera with macro photography, a brighter screen, stronger graphics performance, a better 18MP Centre Stage selfie camera and longer battery life. For most people who can afford the difference, it’s money well spent. What do you get that you don’t get with the iPhone 16? For $100 more, you get double the base storage at 256GB, a larger 6.3-inch ProMotion Always-On display, an upgraded 48MP Ultra Wide camera, an improved 18MP Centre Stage selfie camera, longer battery life, faster charging and the newer A19 processor. At full price, the iPhone 17 is the better buy. Key specs The iPhone 17 combines a 6.3-inch ProMotion display, Always-On support and the A19 chip with dual 48MP rear cameras and 256GB of storage as standard. It offers many of the features most people actually want from a Pro iPhone without the Pro price. Starts at: $799 / £799 (256GB) Display: 6.3-inch OLED ProMotion (120Hz) Chip: A19 Storage: 256GB–512GB Cameras: 48MP Main + 48MP Ultra Wide, 18MP front camera Battery: Up to 30 hours of video playback Should you buy or wait? Buy now. The iPhone 17 offers excellent value, while the iPhone 18 isn’t expected until spring 2027 and may bring higher prices rather than transformative upgrades. Waiting for Prime Day or Black Friday could make sense if you’re looking for a discount. Read our full Apple iPhone 17 review 2. Apple iPhone 18 Pro – Best for photography Pros Excellent triple-camera system Powerful A20 Pro chip Strong battery life Cons Expensive starting price Overkill for most buyers Price When Reviewed: $1,199 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $1199 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Why we recommend it The iPhone 18 Pro is the model to buy if you want Apple’s best cameras and performance without stepping up to the much larger Pro Max or experimental folding iPhone Duo. Its variable-aperture camera is a meaningful upgrade for photographers, while the A20 Pro chip, improved cooling, longer battery life and faster charging make it particularly capable for gaming, video and demanding AI workloads. Crucially, it gets the same cameras and processor as the Pro Max, making it the better-value Pro model for most buyers. Buy iPhone 18 Pro if Buy the iPhone 18 Pro if you want Apple’s best camera system; need more performance than the standard iPhone offers; regularly play demanding games or use intensive creative or AI apps; or want excellent battery life without carrying the enormous Pro Max. It’s a compelling upgrade for anyone with an iPhone 15 Pro or older. Don’t buy iPhone 18 Pro if Most people don’t need the iPhone 18 Pro. The standard iPhone 17 already offers an excellent 6.3-inch 120Hz ProMotion display, A19 chip, dual 48MP cameras, 256GB of storage and strong battery life for considerably less. And if your main priority is screen size and endurance, the Pro Max is the better choice. What do you get that you don’t get with the iPhone 17? The biggest advantage is the camera system. The iPhone 18 Pro adds a 48MP Telephoto camera with 4x and 8x optical-quality zoom, plus a variable-aperture 48MP Main camera for improved low-light shooting and greater creative control. You also get the faster A20 Pro chip with a seven-core GPU and improved vapor-chamber cooling for better sustained performance during gaming, video editing and AI tasks. Key specs The iPhone 18 Pro combines Apple’s new 2nm A20 Pro processor with a sophisticated triple-48MP camera system, including a variable-aperture Main camera and 4x/8x Telephoto. It retains a manageable 6.3-inch ProMotion display while improving sustained performance, battery life and charging speeds. Starts at: $1,199 / £1,199 (256GB) Display: 6.3-inch OLED ProMotion (120Hz) Chip: A20 Pro, 6-core CPU, 7-core GPU Storage: 256GB–2TB Cameras: 48MP variable-aperture Main + 48MP Ultra Wide + 48MP Telephoto (4x/8x), 18MP front camera Battery: Up to 36 hours of video playback Should you buy or wait? The iPhone 18 Pro goes on sale September 18, with pre-orders starting September 12, so there’s little reason to wait if you want one immediately. Bargain hunters may prefer to hold off until Amazon’s Prime Day sale or Black Friday on November 27, when retailers and mobile networks may offer trade-in bonuses, contract incentives or modest discounts. Large outright savings are unlikely so soon after launch. 3. Apple 18 iPhone Pro Max – Best for battery life Pros Outstanding battery life Huge 6.9-inch display Excellent Pro cameras Cons Very large and heavy Expensive starting price Price When Reviewed: $1,299 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $1299 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Why we recommend it The iPhone 18 Pro Max is Apple’s ultimate conventional iPhone, combining a huge 6.9-inch ProMotion display with the powerful A20 Pro chip, Apple’s best camera system and the longest battery life in the range. Its biggest advantage over the regular Pro is endurance, with Apple rating it for up to 45 hours of video playback. Buy the iPhone 18 Pro Max if Buy the iPhone 18 Pro Max if you want the biggest possible display and longest battery life, regularly use your phone for photography, video, gaming or other demanding tasks, and don’t mind carrying a large and relatively heavy device. It’s particularly well suited to frequent travellers and heavy users who want to minimise charging. Don’t buy iPhone 18 Pro Max if Don’t buy it if you prefer a smaller, lighter phone or simply want the Pro cameras and performance. The iPhone 18 Pro offers essentially the same A20 Pro chip, camera system and Pro features in a more manageable 6.3-inch design for $100/£100 less. At 249g, the Pro Max is also particularly heavy. What do you get that you don’t get with the iPhone 18 Pro? Not much in terms of features. Both models have the same A20 Pro processor, triple-48MP camera system, variable-aperture Main camera and storage options up to 2TB. The Pro Max instead gives you a larger 6.9-inch display rather than 6.3 inches and substantially better battery life: up to 45 hours of video playback versus 36 hours on the iPhone 18 Pro. You pay an extra $100/£100 for those advantages. Key specs The iPhone 18 Pro Max combines Apple’s huge 6.9-inch ProMotion display with the new 2nm A20 Pro chip, three 48MP rear cameras and a variable-aperture Main camera. Its defining advantage is battery life, reaching up to 45 hours of video playback. Starts at: $1,299 / £1,299 (256GB) Display: 6.9-inch Super Retina XDR OLED ProMotion (120Hz) Chip: A20 Pro, 6-core CPU, 7-core GPU Storage: 256GB–2TB Cameras: 48MP variable-aperture Main + 48MP Ultra Wide + 48MP Telephoto, 18MP front camera Battery: Up to 45 hours of video playback Should you buy or wait? The iPhone 18 Pro Max goes on sale September 18, with pre-orders starting September 12. Buy at launch if you want it immediately, but bargain hunters may prefer to wait for Amazon’s Prime Day sales or Black Friday on November 27. Major outright discounts are unlikely so soon after launch, although trade-in offers and contract incentives could be worthwhile. 4. Apple iPhone Duo – Best foldable iPhone Pros Innovative folding displayExcellent multitasking potentialStrong A20 Pro performance Cons Extremely expensive Weaker camera versatility Price When Reviewed: $1999 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $1999 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Why we recommend it The iPhone Duo offers something no other iPhone can: a compact phone that unfolds into a 7.6-inch tablet-like device. The larger display gives you considerably more room for multitasking, watching video, reading, gaming and creative work, while the outer screen keeps it usable as a conventional phone when closed. Add the A20 Pro chip and clever dual-screen features and it’s easily Apple’s most innovative iPhone. Buy iPhone Duo if Buy the iPhone Duo if you want the versatility of an iPhone and small tablet in one device, regularly multitask between apps, consume lots of content on your phone, or simply want Apple’s most distinctive new hardware. It’s particularly compelling if you value screen space and flexibility more than having Apple’s absolute best camera system. Don’t buy iPhone Duo if Don’t buy the Duo if value, photography or portability are your priorities. At $1,999/£1,999 it costs $800/£800 more than the iPhone 18 Pro, while lacking Face ID, a dedicated telephoto camera, variable aperture, ProRes and the Action button. At 254g it is also the heaviest iPhone in the range. For most buyers, the iPhone 18 Pro or Pro Max will be a better all-round purchase. What do you get that you don’t get with the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max? The Duo’s defining advantage is its 7.6-inch folding display, which offers around 50 percent more screen area than the iPhone 18 Pro Max and supports Split View multitasking, while the 5.4-inch outer screen keeps it usable like a compact iPhone when closed. You also get fold-specific features such as Duo Preview, Smart Take, Kid Cue, hands-free video positioning and an under-display inner camera, with Apple Pencil USB-C support coming later in 2026. The trade-off is photography: the Duo has only two 48MP rear cameras, with no dedicated telephoto, variable aperture, ProRes or Apple Log. Key specs The iPhone Duo transforms from a compact 5.4-inch phone into a 7.6-inch folding device, providing substantially more room for apps, video and multitasking. It combines two 120Hz ProMotion OLED displays with the A20 Pro chip, dual 48MP cameras, strong battery life and storage up to 2TB. Starts at: $1,999 / £1,999 (256GB) Displays: 5.4-inch outer + 7.6-inch folding OLED, ProMotion (120Hz) Chip: A20 Pro Storage: 256GB–2TB Cameras: 48MP Main + 48MP Ultra Wide, 12MP outer front camera + under-display inner camera Battery: Up to 44 hours of video playback on outer display; 31 hours on inner display Authentication: Touch ID Weight: 254g Should you buy or wait? The iPhone Duo goes on sale October 23, with pre-orders opening October 16. Buy at launch if you want Apple’s first foldable as soon as possible. If price matters more than being first, waiting until Black Friday on November 27 could bring carrier incentives or trade-in deals, although significant outright discounts on such a new and specialised device are unlikely. 5. Apple iPhone 17e – Best budget iPhone Pros Excellent budget value Strong A19 performance 256GB base storage Cons No ProMotion display No Ultra Wide camera Price When Reviewed: $699 (was $599) Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $599 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Why we recommend it The iPhone 17e is Apple’s most affordable current iPhone, offering modern performance and Apple Intelligence without flagship pricing. It combines the A19 chip with useful upgrades including MagSafe and 256GB of base storage. If you don’t need multiple cameras or a high-refresh-rate display, it delivers the essentials at an attractive price. Buy the iPhone 17e if Buy the iPhone 17e if you want a modern iPhone with strong performance and years of software support for as little as possible. It’s particularly appealing to anyone upgrading from an iPhone 12 or 13, switching from Android or buying their first iPhone. Don’t buy iPhone 17e if Don’t buy it if you want ProMotion, an Always-On display, Dynamic Island or a versatile camera system. If your budget stretches another $200/£200, the iPhone 17 is a substantially more complete phone. What do you get that you don’t get with the iPhone 16? The iPhone 17e gives you the newer A19 chip, longer battery life, 256GB of storage as standard, Apple’s newer C1X modem and Ceramic Shield 2 protection. Its biggest advantage, however, is value: at similar real-world prices, it is generally the smarter long-term purchase. What don’t you get that you get with the iPhone 17? The iPhone 17 gives you a larger and significantly more advanced 6.3-inch 120Hz ProMotion display with Dynamic Island and Always-On support, plus a second 48MP Ultra Wide camera. You also get a better 18MP Centre Stage selfie camera, stronger graphics performance and longer battery life. The 17e covers the essentials extremely well, but the iPhone 17 feels much more complete. Key specs The iPhone 17e pairs the A19 chip with a 6.1-inch OLED display, 256GB of storage as standard and up to 26 hours of battery life, while omitting premium features such as Dynamic Island, ProMotion and an Ultra Wide camera. Starts at: $599 / £599 (256GB) Display: 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED Chip: A19 Storage: 256GB–512GB Cameras: 48MP Fusion Main with 2x optical-quality zoom + 12MP TrueDepth front camera Battery: Up to 26 hours of video playback Should you buy or wait? Buy now. The iPhone 17e offers excellent value and isn’t expected to be replaced until early 2027. Discounts could make it even more attractive, but there’s little reason to delay purely for the next generation. Read our full Apple iPhone 17e review 6. Apple iPhone Air – Best thin-and-light iPhone Pros Exceptionally thin design Light and comfortable Powerful A19 Pro chip Cons Single rear camera Relatively modest battery life Price When Reviewed: $1,099 (was $999) Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Why we recommend it The iPhone Air’s defining feature is its exceptionally thin 5.6mm titanium design, making it noticeably lighter and more comfortable than other large-screen iPhones. Despite its slim profile, it still delivers flagship-level performance with the A19 Pro chip and a bright 120Hz ProMotion display. It’s the iPhone to choose if portability and design matter more than camera versatility or maximum battery life. Buy the iPhone Air if Buy the iPhone Air if you want a premium large-screen iPhone that feels exceptionally thin and light in the hand. It’s ideal for buyers prepared to sacrifice some camera flexibility and battery life in exchange for a much sleeker design. Don’t buy iPhone Air if Don’t buy it if photography or battery life are higher priorities. The iPhone 17 offers a more versatile dual-camera system for less money, while a Pro model is better suited to demanding photographers and power users. What do you get that you don’t get with the iPhone 17? The iPhone Air’s biggest advantage is its exceptionally thin and light titanium design. You also get a slightly larger 6.5-inch display, the more powerful A19 Pro chip and storage options up to 1TB. Those benefits come at the expense of the iPhone 17’s useful 48MP Ultra Wide camera, making the Air primarily a choice for buyers who value design and portability over versatility. Key specs The iPhone Air is Apple’s thinnest iPhone, combining a 6.5-inch display with an ultra-light titanium design. Despite measuring just 5.64mm thick, it still delivers flagship performance with the A19 Pro chip, a 120Hz ProMotion display, Ceramic Shield 2 and fast charging Starts at: $999 / £999 (256GB) Display: 6.5-inch OLED ProMotion (120Hz) Chip: A19 Pro (5-core GPU) Storage: 256GB–1TB Cameras: 48MP Main + 18MP Centre Stage front camera Battery: Up to 27 hours of video playback Should you buy or wait? Buy now if you love the Air’s distinctive thin-and-light design: there isn’t another iPhone quite like it. However, it’s also a model that frequently attracts discounts, particularly in the U.K., so it’s worth shopping around rather than paying full price. Read our full Apple iPhone Air (2025) review 7. Apple iPhone 16 – Best previous-generation deal Pros Good dual cameras Apple Intelligence support Cons Only 128GB storage Poor value full price Price When Reviewed: $799 (was $699) Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $729.99 View Deal $829 View Deal $829.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Why we recommend it The iPhone 16 still delivers fast everyday performance thanks to its A18 chip, supports Apple Intelligence and includes a versatile dual-camera system with an excellent 48MP Main camera. Its main appeal in the current lineup, however, is price: it only makes sense when discounted significantly below the newer models. Buy iPhone 16 if Buy the iPhone 16 if you find it heavily discounted and want Apple Intelligence, a capable dual-camera system and features such as Camera Control and the Action button without paying for the latest generation. Don’t buy iPhone 16 if Don’t buy it at full price. The iPhone 17e offers newer hardware, twice the base storage and longer battery life for less, while the iPhone 17 is considerably more advanced for only a little more money. What do you get that you don’t get with the iPhone 17e? The iPhone 16 has a second 12MP Ultra Wide camera, giving it greater photographic versatility, as well as Camera Control and the Action button. Those features may make it preferable to the 17e for photography-minded buyers, but only if the price is right. What do you miss compared with the iPhone 17? The iPhone 17 gives you a larger 6.3-inch ProMotion Always-On display, newer A19 processor, upgraded 48MP Ultra Wide camera, improved 18MP Centre Stage selfie camera, longer battery life and 256GB of storage as standard. Unless the iPhone 16 is heavily discounted, the 17 is easily worth the difference. Key specs The iPhone 16 combines the A18 chip with a 48MP Fusion Main camera, 12MP Ultra Wide camera, Camera Control, the Action button and Apple Intelligence support. It remains a capable smartphone, but its 128GB starting storage and older display make it less compelling than the newer iPhone 17e and iPhone 17. Starts at: $699 / £699 Display: 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED Chip: A18 Storage: 128GB–512GB Cameras: 48MP Main + 12MP Ultra Wide Battery: Up to 22 hours of video playback Should you buy or wait? Don’t buy at full price. Only consider the iPhone 16 if it’s heavily discounted below the iPhone 17e; otherwise, Apple’s newer models offer substantially better value. Read our full Apple iPhone 16 review Which iPhone has the best camera? iPhone 18 Pro Apple The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max have the best camera systems of any current iPhone. Both models use the same triple-48MP rear camera setup, so there is no photographic advantage to choosing the larger Pro Max unless you also want its bigger display and longer battery life. The headline upgrade is the 48MP Main camera with variable aperture, which gives photographers more control over depth of field and should improve low-light performance. The Pro models also include a 48MP Ultra Wide camera and a 48MP Telephoto camera with 4x and 8x optical-quality zoom, giving them far more flexibility than Apple’s cheaper iPhones. The standard iPhone 17 is still an excellent camera phone, with 48MP Main and Ultra Wide cameras, plus an improved 18MP Centre Stage front camera. For everyday photography it will be more than enough for most people, but it lacks the dedicated telephoto lens, longer zoom and advanced video features of the Pro models. The iPhone Duo is more compromised. Despite its premium price, it has only two 48MP rear cameras and lacks a dedicated telephoto camera, variable aperture, ProRes and Apple Log. Its strengths are instead its fold-specific shooting features and dual-screen flexibility. The iPhone Air and iPhone 17e are the least versatile, with just a single 48MP rear camera. Our choice: If photography and video are your priority, buy the iPhone 18 Pro. It offers the same camera system as the Pro Max for less money and in a more manageable size. Which iPhone has the best battery life? iPhone 18 Pro Max Bigger iPhone means bigger battery.Apple The iPhone 18 Pro Max has the best battery life of any current iPhone, with Apple rating it for up to 45 hours of video playback. That puts it comfortably ahead of the smaller iPhone 18 Pro and makes battery life one of the strongest reasons to choose the Pro Max. The iPhone Duo comes surprisingly close, with up to 44 hours of video playback when using its outer 5.4-inch display. However, battery life drops to around 31 hours when using the larger 7.6-inch folding display, so the Pro Max remains the better choice if endurance is your priority. The iPhone 18 Pro is also excellent, offering up to 36 hours of video playback. That makes it a good compromise if you want strong battery life without carrying the much larger and heavier Pro Max. Further down the range, the iPhone 17 offers up to 30 hours, making it the best mainstream option for battery life. The iPhone Air manages around 27 hours despite its exceptionally thin design, while the iPhone 17e reaches 26 hours. The older iPhone 16 trails the current lineup at up to 22 hours of video playback. Our choice: If battery life matters above everything else, the iPhone 18 Pro Max is the clear winner. Its combination of a 45-hour rating, huge 6.9-inch display and Pro-level performance makes it particularly well suited to heavy users, travellers and anyone who wants to get through a long day without worrying about charging. Here’s how the current iPhone lineup compares in terms of battery life ModelVideo Playback (Apple’s rating)Geekbench 4 Test (minutes)Wired Charging (50% time)iPhone 18 Pro MaxUp to 43 hoursTBC~15 min (60W+)iPhone DuoUp to 44 hours outer / 31 hours innerTBC~20 min (60W+)iPhone 18 ProUp to 34 hoursTBC~15 min (60W+)iPhone 17Up to 30 hours1,053~20 min (40W)iPhone AirUp to 27 hours880~30 min (20W)iPhone 17eUp to 26 hours854~30 min (20W)iPhone 16Up to 24 hours867~30 min (20W) What is the best value iPhone? iPhone 17 Hannah Cowton-Barnes / Foundry The iPhone 17 offers the best overall value for money in Apple’s current lineup. The iPhone 17e is cheaper, but the extra $200/£200 for the iPhone 17 buys a surprisingly large number of worthwhile upgrades. You get a larger 6.3-inch 120Hz ProMotion display with Always-On support and Dynamic Island, rather than the 17e’s standard 60Hz 6.1-inch screen. The iPhone 17 also adds a second 48MP Ultra Wide camera, including macro photography, along with a better 18MP Centre Stage front camera. Battery life is stronger too, at up to 30 hours of video playback, compared with 26 hours on the iPhone 17e. You also get stronger graphics performance and a more premium overall experience, while both phones start with a generous 256GB of storage. At $799/£799, the iPhone 17 also compares very favourably with the older iPhone 16. For just $100/£100 more, you get double the base storage, ProMotion, a larger and brighter display, improved cameras, the newer A19 chip and significantly better battery life. If your priority is spending as little as possible, choose the iPhone 17e which delivers excellent performance for $599/£599. Or seek out a refurbished iPhone from the Apple Refurbished Store or another place that sells refurbished iPhones. Our choice: In terms of the features and hardware you get for every pound or dollar spent, the iPhone 17 is the sweet spot. For most buyers, it delivers the best balance of price, performance, cameras, display quality, battery life and longevity without paying for Pro-level features they may never use. Even better if you can find a iPhone 17 deal, then you are really getting a bargain. Best iPhone for gaming: iPhone 18 Pro Foundry The iPhone 18 Pro is the best iPhone for gaming for most people, thanks to its combination of the A20 Pro chip, seven-core GPU and improved vapor-chamber cooling. The A20 Pro is Apple’s fastest iPhone processor, but the cooling system is just as important for gaming. Better heat management should help the iPhone 18 Pro maintain high performance for longer during demanding games, rather than slowing down as the phone gets hot. Its 6.3-inch 120Hz ProMotion display also provides smooth animation and responsive gameplay without making the phone excessively large or heavy. The iPhone 18 Pro Max offers essentially the same gaming performance, but adds a much larger 6.9-inch display and significantly longer battery life. That arguably makes it the best choice for serious mobile gamers who value screen size and endurance, although it is heavier and costs more. The iPhone Duo also uses the A20 Pro and has an enormous 7.6-inch folding display, which could be fantastic for some games, but its weight, price and unconventional form factor make it a more specialised choice. Our choice: For most gamers, the iPhone 18 Pro offers the best balance of performance, cooling, display quality and portability. It’s the best choice if you prefer a more pocketable device but still want top-tier gaming power. Best iPhone for seniors and older users: iPhone 17e David Price / Foundry For most older users, the iPhone 17e is probably the best choice, because it combines a relatively simple feature set with modern performance, strong battery life and a lower price than Apple’s flagship models. Its 6.1-inch OLED display is large enough to make text, icons and controls easy to see without making the phone too bulky, while the A19 chip should keep it feeling fast for years. It also supports Apple Intelligence and starts with 256GB of storage, so there’s plenty of room for photos, apps and videos. The iPhone 17 is a better option for someone who would benefit from a larger and more advanced display. Its 6.3-inch ProMotion screen, Always-On support and higher brightness can make scrolling, reading and outdoor use more comfortable. It also offers stronger battery life and better cameras, although it costs more. We don’t recommend the iPhone Air, Pro Max or Duo for older users. The Air sacrifices battery life and camera flexibility for thinness, while the Pro Max and Duo are much heavier and considerably more expensive. Our choice: iPhone 17e is the perfect choice for most older users. Best iPhone for kids: iPhone 17e Ida Blix The iPhone 17e is the best iPhone for most children. As Apple’s most affordable current-generation model, it offers the best balance of price, performance and longevity, while being easier to justify than a flagship model if it gets lost or damaged. It uses the same A19 chip as the iPhone 17, albeit with one fewer GPU core, so it’s easily fast enough for games, social media, schoolwork and Apple Intelligence. Battery life is strong, the 6.1-inch OLED display is a sensible size for smaller hands, and the 48MP camera is more than capable for everyday photos, even though it lacks an Ultra Wide lens. The iPhone 17 is the better choice for older teenagers who care more about photography, video or display quality. It adds a 48MP Ultra Wide camera, a better front camera and a larger 6.3-inch ProMotion display, but costs considerably more. A hand-me-down iPhone is also worth considering. It’s the cheapest option and better for the environment, provided you erase the phone first, create a Child Account through Family Sharing, and configure Screen Time and parental controls before handing it over. Read: How to set up an iPhone for a child. Whichever iPhone you choose, those controls matter. In iOS 27, Apple is expanding Screen Time with new category-based Time Allowances, Ask to Browse, more flexible app schedules and improved contact controls. Communication Safety can also detect and blur sensitive, violent or graphic content. For very young children, an iPad may still be a better first Apple device. By the time they reach 11 or 12 though, an iPhone becomes much more useful for staying in touch. Our choice: iPhone 17e for most kids; iPhone 17 for older teens who want better cameras and display quality. Should you buy an older iPhone? iPhone 16 Macwelt Buying an older iPhone can be a great way to save money, but the key is choosing a model that still has plenty of useful life ahead of it. Apple typically provides around five to seven years of major iOS updates, with security updates often continuing for longer, so a relatively recent iPhone can remain perfectly usable for years. We wouldn’t recommend simply buying the cheapest iPhone you can find. Very old models may technically run recent versions of iOS, but performance, battery condition and access to newer features can become increasingly compromised. We currently recommend avoiding anything older than the iPhone 15 Pro because even the iPhone 15 doesn’t support Apple Intelligence. You should definitely avoid models such as the iPhone XS and XR that can no longer run the latest iOS releases. A refurbished recent-generation iPhone can offer particularly good value. You may be able to buy a former Pro model with better cameras and displays for less than a new entry-level iPhone. Buying from a reputable refurbisher is important, however: check the warranty, battery condition, returns policy and whether genuine replacement parts have been used. Apple’s own refurbished iPhones include a new battery and outer shell and come with a one-year warranty. Our advice: A discounted or refurbished iPhone 16 or newer should offer an excellent combination of price, features and longevity.

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John Ternus and Greg Joswiak reveal why now is the time for iPhone Duo
Following this week’s Apple event, new Apple CEO John Ternus and marketing SVP Greg Joswiak sat down for an interview to talk more about the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo. In the interview with Tom’s Guide and TechRadar, Ternus and Joswiak discussed why Apple decided that now was the time to enter the foldable market. Ternus also touched on his feelings after his first week as Apple CEO. more…

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We found an AirTag dupe shaped like a credit card with a rechargeable battery
Macworld TL;DR: KeySmart SmartCard is a rechargeable wallet tracker that works with Apple Find My, and a 3-pack is on sale for $50.99 (MSRP $74.97). Plus, the bundle ships free. Most Apple Find My-compatible trackers are too thick to use with your wallet, and if you do find one that fits, it constantly needs battery replacements. KeySmart’s SmartCard fixes both problems. Each card measures less than 2mm in thickness, about the depth of two credit cards stacked together, so you won’t even notice it in your wallet. For battery life, each card lasts up to eight months on a single charge. Yes, charge—you only need a standard Qi wireless pad. Once paired through Apple Find My, you can play a sound to locate a card nearby or track its last known position through Apple’s global device network. Leave a card behind, and Find My sends a notification to your iPhone, CarPlay, or AirPods. Lost Mode displays your contact info on the card so someone who finds it can reach you. It’s basically an AirTag, just shaped like a credit card. A built-in lanyard slot turns the SmartCard into a tracker for office badges, hospital IDs, or security cards. An IPX8 waterproof rating means the card can handle up to an hour submerged in over three feet of water, helping you track your valuables even under dire conditions. Get the KeySmart SmartCard 3-Pack on sale for $50.99 (MSRP $74.97). Keysmart SmartCard (Gen 2/Rechargeable/3-Pack)See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.

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A lifetime license for Office on Mac is $90 right now
Macworld TL;DR: Renewing Microsoft 365 every year adds up fast. Get a lifetime license to Microsoft Office Home and Business 2021 for Mac for $89.97 (reg. $219) and own the core Office apps outright. This license covers Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, a basic version of Teams, and the free version of OneNote, installed on one Mac for lifetime use at home or for work. It’s a one-time purchase tied to a Microsoft account rather than a specific device, so reinstalling later doesn’t require buying it again. Again, Microsoft Office Home and Business 2021 for Mac is available here for just $89.97. Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Without the Subscription The license supports the three most recent versions of macOS, currently macOS Sonoma, Sequoia, and Tahoe, with Microsoft rolling support forward as new versions launch and phasing out the oldest one. Delivery is instant. License keys and download links arrive by email right after purchase, and any redemption code must be used within 7 days of purchase. Free customer support is included if setup runs into any snags along the way. For anyone who’s tired of a recurring Office bill and just wants the core apps running reliably on a Mac, this is a straightforward way to skip the subscription entirely. Get Microsoft Office Home and Business 2021 for Mac for $89.97 (reg. $219) while this price holds. Microsoft Office Home & Business for Mac 2021: Lifetime LicenseSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.

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Macworld Podcast: iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro, and more
Macworld On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about Apple’s new iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone Duo, Apple Watch Series 12, and a lot more. Tune in to find out more!  This is episode 999 with Michael Simon, Jason Cross, and Roman Loyola. Watch episode 999 on YouTube Listen to episode 999 on Apple Podcasts Tune in to episode 999 on Spotify Get info Click on the links below to learn more about what was discussed on the show. Surprise and Shine Apple iPhone event blog iPhone 18 Pro: Everything you need to know iPhone Duo: Everything you need to know  Apple Watch Series 12 (2026): Everything you need to know  Apple History:  Original AirPods hands-on  Apple’s AirPods are nowhere to be seen, or heard Subscribe to the Macworld Podcast You can subscribe to the Macworld Podcast—or leave us a review!—right here in the Podcasts app. The Macworld Podcast is also available on Spotify and on the Macworld Podcast YouTube channel.  Or you can point your favorite podcast-savvy RSS reader at: https://feeds.megaphone.fm/macworld To find previous episodes, visit Macworld’s podcast page or our home on MegaPhone. Apple

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iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro, Apple Watch Series 12, and AirPods 5 event
Benjamin and Chance react to the September Apple event in this bumper special episode, featuring our first impressions (and Chance’s initial hands-on from the ground at Apple Park) with iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro, AirPods 5 and the new Apple Watch lineup.  And in Happy Hour Plus, even more thoughts on the iPhone Duo, and how Apple presented John Ternus’s first event as CEO. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Quince: Find your next fall favorites at Quince. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or visit quince.com/happyhour. Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada and the UK, too. Sponsored by Shopify: All you need is the idea. Shopify handles the rest. Start your free trial at shopify.com/happyhour. Sponsored by iMazing: iMazing’s platform for data transfer and device management keeps getting better. Get 20% off iMazing with code 9TO5-SEP26-20OFF.  Sponsored by Bitwarden: Register for the free, virtual Open Source Security Summit on September 17, featuring cybersecurity leaders David Sanger and Joseph Menn — and check out Bitwarden for trusted open source password, passkey, and secrets management, with end-to-end encryption and seamless autofill across all your devices. more…

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