Apple Maps is currently down for some users [U]
Update, 5:23 p.m. ET: Apple says both issues have now been resolved. However, its System Status page now lists a partial outage affecting Maps Display, which may appear “slow or unavailable” for some users. Apple’s System Status page says two outages are affecting Apple Maps right now, one affecting search and the other affecting routing and navigation. Here are the details.

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Gemini Spark rolling out to macOS app for local tasks, automation
As previewed at I/O 2026, Gemini for macOS now supports Gemini Spark. This is the first of two big desktop app updates coming this summer, with the other being a new voice experience.

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MacBook Ultra could be very good news for MacBook Pro users
Rumors indicate Apple’s long-expected MacBook Pro redesign will be branded ‘MacBook Ultra’ instead. Here’s why this could be good news for MacBook Pro users in light of a previous redesign misstep.

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This iconic iPhone design will get closer to retirement with iPhone 18 Pro
Almost a decade ago, Apple introduced the iPhone X with what became an iconic design trait: the notch cutout. And this fall with iPhone 18 Pro, what’s now called the Dynamic Island is rumored to take a big step toward being retired.

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iPhone 18 Pro leaks: Qualcomm or Apple C2 model, A20 details, camera upgrades
After a closer look at some new data, Apple's iPhone 18 Pro modem situation may not be cut-and-dried. Here's what the latest leaks say is in store for cellular connectivity, the A20 chip, and possible camera improvements.New details about the iPhone 18 Pro have emerged, thanks to data leaked from Tata.On June 25, AppleInsider exclusively revealed that iPhone 18 Pro schematics and documents were among the more than 630GB of files taken from Tata in a cyberattack.An initial analysis of the leaked documentation uncovered Apple's plans to use its proprietary C2 modem in the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. Additional details have since come to light, thanks to new research conducted by us and an analyst we've worked with in the past. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple takes Epic fight over app store fees to the Supreme Court
Supreme Court will weigh if Apple contempt finding in Epic case is “erroneous.”

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Best Buy nabs retailer-exclusive Orange Beats Solo Buds
Apple subsidiary Beats by Dre has updated its Solo Buds with a new color, with consumers in the United States and Japan able to pick up a pair of bright orange earbuds from select retailers.Beats Solo Buds, but in OrangeOwners of Beats earbuds will be familiar with the blindingly bright orange colorway for some of its models. While you could get the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 and Beats Powerbeats Fit in the colorway, you could only get the Beats Solo Buds in a few more muted colorways.Fans of the safety-inspired color choice will now be able to complete their collection with an orange color option of Solo Buds. However, they are only available through specific retailers. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Threads adds translation to Live Chats and expands chat creation to more users
Threads is rolling out several updates to Live Chats, including translation support, new moderation tools, and expanded access for Community Champions. Here are the details.

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Apple iPhone 18 Details Leaked In Tata Data Breach
"Another breach at Tata has leaked details about Apple's iPhone 18, along with documents belonging to several other Tata clients," writes Longtime Slashdot reader Ritz_Just_Ritz. "It's becoming a recurring theme for the company." Reuters reports: Reuters has previously reported the Tata Electronics leak of more than 200,000 files on the dark web by World Leaks had files with purported component design papers of older iPhones and some parts of Tesla -- both Tata clients. They also included documents of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co and Qualcomm, both of which make parts used in iPhones. New documents reviewed by Reuters show there are at least six files that map many components in the iPhone 18 Pro models to the specific company that supplies them. These include details of chips on its main circuit board and parts of the battery and cameras. Apple considers this detail sensitive and is concerned about the documents being shared on the dark web as they relate to unreleased models, according to the person familiar with the matter. The data maps suppliers to iPhone parts, which Apple does not disclose in its public database of suppliers, the person added. In all, the documents detail hundreds of parts to be on the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro models. The records also show where Apple draws a part from several suppliers and where it relies on just a few, laying bare both its bargaining leverage and its vulnerabilities. More broadly, the leak threatens Apple's trust in Tata just as Tata is becoming central to its effort to shift iPhone production away from China. With India expected to produce roughly a quarter of the world's iPhones in 2026, any deterioration in that relationship could complicate Apple's diversification strategy and force tighter security controls across its suppliers. Read more of this story at Slashdot.

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Family Feud Pocket lands on Apple Arcade, with 4 more games coming later this week
Apple Arcade subscribers can now play Family Feud Pocket, with four additional games set to join the service later this week. Here are the details.

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Apple releases power-packed updates to Apple Creator Studio
Apple today introduced power-packed updates to Apple Creator Studio, a groundbreaking collection of creative apps that build on… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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The Supreme Court Rules That Law Enforcement’s Use of ‘Geofence Warrant’ Was a ‘Search’ (But May Be Moot, Technically, Since 2024)
Google no longer collects this information in a way that is susceptible to geofence warrants, and, more importantly, Apple never did.

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Amex cardholders can now use Membership Rewards during Apple Pay checkout
American Express is bringing Membership Rewards points directly to Apple Pay checkout to give eligible cardholders a faster way to use their rewards for eligible online and in-app purchases. Here's how to use it.Apple PayThe new "Use Rewards" option appears during Apple Pay checkout when an eligible American Express Membership Rewards card is selected. Card members can choose how many points to apply toward all or part of an eligible purchase before completing the transaction.Eligible cardholders can now apply Membership Rewards points during Apple Pay checkout. Card members no longer have to redeem points separately through the American Express app or website.The rollout is limited to eligible U.S. Membership Rewards cardholders using Apple Pay for online and in-app purchases. American Express didn't announce support for in-store Apple Pay transactions. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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U.S. Supreme Court agrees to hear Apple’s appeal in Epic Games App Store contempt case
The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday granted Apple’s petition to review a lower court’s contempt finding against the company in its… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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If you wanted more AI in Apple's Creator Studio, Tuesday's update gives it to you
Apple's creative software subscription has received some major upgrades, including more AI-powered features in Final Cut Pro, whether or not you want it.Apple brings AI-powered masking tools to Final Cut ProOn Tuesday, Apple updated its Creator Studio lineup of apps, which it first introduced in late January. Impressively, nearly all of the apps included within the bundle have received some form of update. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple Creator Studio updates sharpen editing tools and tighten app integration
Apple Creator Studio updates bring new tools, smarten up existing ones and let you access Pixelmator Pro from inside other apps. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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Amazon's $99 AirPods 4 deal is still in stock with month-end savings
With Prime Day in the rearview mirror, Apple deals have been expiring and selling out, but Amazon's $99 AirPods 4 special is still in stock and ready to ship.Discounted AirPods prices are as low as $99 - Image credit: AppleIf you're looking for the lowest price on AirPods, Amazon is offering shoppers a $30 discount on AirPods 4.Buy AirPods 4 for $99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Anthropic upgrades Claude with new Sonnet 5 model, details here
Anthropic is upgrading Claude Sonnet, replacing Sonnet 4.6 from February with Sonnet 5 as the best medium-sized model.

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The 13-inch M5 iPad Pro is even cheaper than it was before Apple’s price hike
Macworld Apple iPad Pro M5 View Deal (function () { document.querySelector("#sticky-promo-block a").addEventListener("click", function(e) { const debug = document.location.host.search(/lndo.site|go-vip.net/) !== -1; const text = this.closest("#sticky-promo-block").querySelector("p.promo-title").textContent; const data = { event: "stickyConversionUnitClick", eventCategory: "Sticky Conversion", eventAction: "Click", eventLabel: text }; if(debug)console.log("Sticky Conversion CLick - pushing to dataLayer: ", data); dataLayer.push(data); return true; }); })(); Apple’s 13-inch iPad Pro has never been cheap, but last week’s price hikes have brought it into the realm of almost too expensive. Good news: Today at Amazon, you can grab Apple’s 13-inch iPad Pro with an M5 chip for $300 off the new price, which means you’re only paying $1,199, which is actually $100 less than it was before Apple raised prices. It’s all a little confusing, but a deal’s a deal, so we’re going to focus on the fact that you can get an iPad for quite a bit less than you can at an Apple Store. This is an M5 iPad too, which means that it is so fast when handling apps, swapping between them, running Apple Intelligence tasks, including the new Siri AI coming with iPadOS 27 in the fall, and more. Back that up with 256GB of storage, and you have a tablet that can handle your workflow without any issue. The display is gorgeous on this tablet, too. The 13-inch Ultra Retina XDR screen delivers extreme brightness and vivid colors that will make photos and videos pop. If you want to make this tablet an actual productivity tool, you’ll have to get even more expensive gear like the Apple Pencil Pro and the Magic Keyboard. Still, it’ll be cheaper than getting a MacBook these days. So gab the M5 iPad Pro M5 for $1,199 while it’s still on sale, since the next time it’s on sale, the price will probably be a lot higher.

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Pages, Keynote, and Numbers updates arrive with these new features
Today Apple launched new features for Apple Creator Studio, but the company also has rolled out upgrades for Pages, Keynote, and Numbers—alongside Final Cut Camera—that don’t require a Creator Studio subscription.

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