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Apple has sold out its MacBook Neo inventory for April

Apple has sold out its MacBook Neo inventory for April. The earliest deliveries for new orders from Apple now quote delivery dates in May, reports 9to5Mac. The MacBook Neo seems to be an even bigger hit than Apple expected. It’s apparently spurred Mac sales, which,...

Apple TV documentary, ‘Deaf President Now!’ Is a recipient of a Television Academy Honor

Apple TV documentary, ‘Deaf President Now!’ Is a recipient of a Television Academy Honor “Deaf President Now!,” a documentary that premiered in May 2025, is a recipient of a Television Academy Honor. The awards honor shows that raise awareness of complex issues facing...

Survey: iPhone and Android Users Are More Loyal Than Ever

Brand loyalty in the smartphone market has long been dominated by Apple, but how does that loyalty look in 2026? To find out, SellCell, a site for selling used phones, surveyed over 5,000 smartphone users across iPhone and Android devices, exploring whether...

Apple says 30% of its products’ materials shipped last year came from recycled content

Apple has announced that a record 30% of material across all of its products shipped in 2025 came from recycled content. The achievement, along with other key progress milestones Apple shared today, is the result of innovation by teams across Apple and deep...

Apple TV and Peacock Premium Plus streaming bundle now available on Prime Video in the US for $19.99 per month

The Apple TV and Peacock Premium Plus streaming bundle is now available on Prime Video in the United States, giving customers access to savings of over 30% by subscribing to two streaming services through one subscription for a limited time, rather than individually....

Mimms Museum of Technology and Art to Host Emmy Award Winner David Pogue for His “Apple: The First 50 Years” Book Tour

The Mimms Museum of Technology and Art (Mimms Museum), a metro Atlanta non-profit home to one of the largest collections of digital-era artifacts and technology-inspired artwork, will host Emmy Award-winning CBS News correspondent and New York Times bestselling author...

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Apple rumored to release a ‘new MacBook Air’ series in the second quarter of 2023

Apple will release a new MacBook Air series in the second quarter of the year, according to Taiwanese supply chain publication DigiTimes (a subscription is required to read the entire article). The report says “The first quarter of 2023 is expected to see Apple’s...

15.5-inch MacBook Air rumored to arrive in early April

Display analyst Ross Young tweets to his “Super Followers” that Apple is likely to release the rumored 15.5-inch MacBook Air in early April. He says panel production has already started. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman predicted the bigger-sized Air and more in a September...

Apple wants Siri to work seamlessly in simulated reality settings

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Two-in-three Americans worry that automation will cause folks to lose their jobs

With recent headlines a looming recession and layoffs in the tech industry, a new study by The Fabricator is shedding light on how Americans really feel about the growing trend towards automation. Is this technology ultimately helpful or harmful? The survey found 84%...

HomeKit devices may one day be able to tell where a user is and respond accordingly

Apple has been granted a patent (number 11575752 B2) for “using in-home location awareness.” It involves devices that use HomeKit — the the company’s software framework that lets you configure, communicate with, and control smart-home appliances using Apple devices—...

Apple wants you to be able to calibrate your TV’s display via your iPhone or iPad

For years there were rumors that Apple would release its own HDTV. That never happened, but the tech giant has been granted a patent (number 11575884 B1) for a “display calibration system” with the goal of allowing you to calibrate your HDTV by using an iPhone or...

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Here’s everything new Apple TV has coming in May | 9 to 5 Mac
Here’s everything new Apple TV has coming in May
Apple TV has a strong lineup of top-tier shows currently airing, but May will bring several more brand new series, plus the first film directed by John Travolta, and more. Here’s everything new coming to Apple TV in May. more…
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Coming to Apple TV: All the upcoming shows, series, movies, trailers, and more | Macworld
Coming to Apple TV: All the upcoming shows, series, movies, trailers, and more
Macworld Apple’s list of currently available content for Apple TV continues to grow, and so does the list of upcoming projects in the works. Some of these projects have been officially announced and acknowledged by Apple, while others have been reported by the Hollywood press. We’ve divided this list in two: Coming Soon is a list of shows and films for which Apple has given an official release date or release window, and Further Out compiles content that is still in production or perhaps haven’t even begun yet. Updated April 24, 2026: We’ve updated our list with the latest release dates and trailers. How to get Apple TV Apple TV 4K (2022, 3. Gen.) 128GB WiFi + Ethernet Read our review Price When Reviewed: 64GB – $129 | 128GB $149 Best Prices Today: $129 at Apple You can subscribe to Apple TV on Apple’s website here, or via the Apple TV app on your device. It costs $12.99/£9.99 a month, which you can cancel at any time (Read: How to cancel and Apple subscription). You can also opt for a one-year subscription for $99/£89, which gives you two months free each year. Apple also offers various trials. Take a look at our article explaining all the ways you can watch Apple TV for free, and the best Apple TV deals you can get. Students can get Apple TV for free with an already subsidized Apple Music subscription. You don’t need an Apple TV set top box to watch Apple TV, nor do you have to pay for a subscription, see: How to watch Apple TV for free. Coming Soon to Apple TV The following shows, series, and movies have been officially announced by Apple and will typically will begin streaming in the next few weeks or months. Widow’s Bay What it’s about: Mayor Tom Loftis is desperate to revive his struggling community. There’s no Wi-Fi, spotty cellular reception and he must contend with superstitious locals who believe their island is cursed. He wants these people to respect him. They don’t. They think he is soft and cowardly. And he is. Important names: Stars Matthew Rhys, Kate O’Flynn, Stephen Root, and Kingston Rumi Southwick. When you can watch: Widow’s Bay starts streaming on April 29, 2026. Unconditional What it’s about: A mother-daughter vacation turns in to a nightmare when 25-year-old Gali (Talia Lynne Ronn) is arrested for drug smuggling in Moscow. Important names: Stars Liraz Chamami, Talia Lynne Ronn, Amir Haddad, and Yossi Marshek. Directed by Johnathan Gurfinkel. When you can watch: Unconditional debuts on May 8, 2026. Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed What it’s about: Newly divorced mom Paula falls down a dangerous rabbit hole of blackmail, murder, and youth soccer. Important names: Starring Tatiana Maslany, Jake Johnson, Jessy Hodges, and Jon Michael Hill. When you can watch: Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed will premiere on May 20, 2026. Propeller One-Way Night Coach What it’s about: Set in the golden age of aviation, a young airplane enthusiast and his mother set off on a one-way cross-country odyssey to Hollywood, which transforms a simple flight into the trip of a lifetime. Apple Important names: Written and directed by John Travolta, also starring Kelly Eviston-Quinnett, Clark Shotwell, and Ella Bleu Travolta. When you can watch: Propeller One-Way Night Coach premieres on May 29, 2026. Star City What it’s about: A spin-off of the For All Mankind universe, Star City takes us back to the key moment in the alt-history retelling of the space race when the Soviet Union became the first nation to put a man on the moon. But this time, we explore the story from behind the Iron Curtain, showing the lives of the cosmonauts, the engineers, and the intelligence officers embedded among them in the Soviet space program. Important names: Created by Ronald D. Moore, Matt Wolpert, and Ben Nedivi, the creators of For All Mankind. When you can watch: Star City premieres on May 29, 2026. Cape Fear What it’s about: A 10-episode limited series inspired by the 1991 remake, a storm is coming for happily married attorneys Anna and Tom Bowden when Max Cady, the notorious killer they are responsible for putting behind bars, is let out of prison. Important names: Stars Javier Bardem, Amy Adams, and Patrick Wilson. When you can watch: Cape Fear premieres on June 5, 2026. Sugar (season 2) What it’s about: John Sugar is an American private investigator on the heels of the mysterious disappearance of Olivia Siegel, the beloved granddaughter of legendary Hollywood producer Jonathan Siegel. Apple Important names: Starring Colin Farrell, Jin Ha, Raymond Lee, and Tony Dalton. When you can watch: The second season of Sugar premieres on June 19, 2026. Silo (season 3) What it’s about: Season three of Silo continues the saga of a dystopian society of 10,000 people living underground under mysterious circumstances, while revealing an origin story set centuries earlier. Important names: Stars Rebecca Ferguson, Common, Harriet Walter, and Chinaza Uche. When you can watch: Season 3 of Silo premieres on July 3, 2026. Lucky What it’s about: Based on Marissa Stapley’s bestselling novel, Lucky centers on a young woman who left behind the life of crime she was raised in years ago, but must now embrace her darker, criminal side one final time in a desperate attempt to escape her past. Important names: Starring Anya Taylor-Joy, Annette Bening, Timothy Olyphant, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor. When you can watch: Lucky premieres on July 15, 2026. The Dink What it’s about: Washed up former tennis prodigy Dusty Boyd has been reduced to coaching unruly children at his father Chuck’s suburban country club. After reactivating an old injury, he is forced to play pickleball and loves it. Apple Important names: Produced by Ben Stiller and directed by Josh Greenbaum. Cast includes Jake Johnson, Ed Harris, Patton Oswalt, Chloe Fineman, Chris Parnell, and more. When you can watch: The Dink premieres on July 24, 2026. Ted Lasso (season 4) What it’s about: Apple’s biggest show was thought to be over for good, but Apple announced it’s coming back for a 4th season, with Jason Sudeikis returning in the title role. Apple Important names: Stars Jason Sudeikis, Brett Goldstein, Jeremy Swift, Hannah Waddington, and Juno Temple. When you can watch: Season 4 of Ted Lasso will premiere in the summer of 2026. Women in Blue (season 2) What it’s about: Season two will follow María, now promoted to lieutenant, as she finds herself torn between the rules she’s sworn to uphold and a relentless pull toward the truth when the body of a student activist is discovered, and the Azules are pulled into an investigation that reaches back to the student massacre of 1968. Apple Important names: Stars Bárbara Mori, Natalia Téllez, Amorita Rasgado, and Ximena Sariñana. When you can watch: The second season of Women in Blue (Las Azules) premieres on August 12, 2026. Mayday What it’s about: An action-packed buddy comedy film. When hotshot U.S. Navy pilot Lieutenant Troy “Assassin” Kelly is sent on a top-secret mission into Russian territory at the height of the Cold War, the operation implodes, leaving him stranded behind enemy lines. Apple Important names: Stars Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branaugh. Written and directed by John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein. When you can watch: Mayday premieres on September 4, 2026. Matchbox the Movie What it’s about: Inspired by the iconic Mattel toys (really!), this is an action film about a group of friends since childhood who have their lives upended when undercover CIA agent Sean, their long-absent former leader, returns to their small town and unwittingly gets them embroiled in a frantic international pursuit to save the world. Apple Important names: Stars John Cena, Jessica Biel, Sam Richardson, and Arturo Castro. Written by David Coggeshall. Directed by Sam Hargrave. When you can watch: Matchbox the Movie will premiere on October 9, 2026. Way of the Warrior Kid What it’s about: Middle school has been a nightmare for Marc, a good kid who’s bullied by his classmates and feels like he’s behind in everything, from academics to P.E. to just making friends. That changes when his injured Uncle Jake, a decorated Navy SEAL, comes to spend the summer and recuperate with Marc and his mom, Sarah. Apple Important names: Stars Chris Pratt, Jude Hill, Linda Cardellini, Levi McConaughey. When you can watch: Way of the Warrior Kid premieres on November 20, 2026. Further Out These shows, series, and movies may or may not have been officially announced, and do not yet have definitive release dates. Some may debut in the next few months, others be more than a year away. It’s even possible that some of these projects will never be released. Lance Armstrong biopic What it’s about: Deadline reports that Apple has won the bidding war for rights to a movie about the storied cyclist Lance Armstrong. Important names: Stars Austin Butler, directed by Edward Berger. When you can watch: The Lance Armstrong biopic does not yet have a title or release date. Foster the Snowman What it’s about: Per Deadline, Apple out-bid Netflix and MGM for this holiday high-concept movie about a snowman that comes alive, and will go through every stage of life in just 72 hours. The childless couple who act as his “parents” go through every parenting milestone in just three days. Important names: No stars are yet attached. The film will be directed by Hikari. When you can watch: Foster the Snowman is being fast-tracked to be ready in time for the holidays 2026. Once and Again What it’s about: Deadline says that Apple won the rights to produce a film from the upcoming romance book Once and Again by Rebecca Serle (set to release on March 10). Important names: This project is early in product and has no director or stars attached yet. When you can watch: The adaptation of Once and Again is very early in production and has no release date. Cosmere What it’s about: Apple has landed the rights to the Cosmere fantasy universe books from Brandon Sanderson. It’s unclear what projects are coming in this fantasy setting. Important names: Brandon Sanderson’s series The Stormlight Archive is a large and ongoing series of high fantasy novels. Sanderson is also known for finishing Robert Jordan’s Wheel of Time novels. When you can watch: The Cosmere deal is fresh and specific projects haven’t yet begun as of January 2026, so it will be a long while before we can watch anything. Neuromancer What it’s about: A new 10-episode drama based on the award-winning novel of the same name by William Gibson. The series will follow a damaged, top-rung super-hacker named Case who is thrust into a web of digital espionage and high-stakes crime with his partner Molly, a razor-girl assassin with mirrored eyes, aiming to pull a heist on a corporate dynasty with untold secrets. Important names: Created for TV by Graham Roland and JD Dillard. Stars Callum Turner, Briana Middleton, Joseph Lee, and Mark Strong. When you can watch: Neuromancer is in production now but does not yet have a release date. The Dispatcher What it’s about: A 6-episode thriller about a police detective whose life fell apart 10 years ago when his young daughter Maggie disappeared without a trace. Now working as a police dispatcher, he receives a distress call from a young girl he is certain is Maggie, he will stop at nothing to find her and reunite his broken family, whatever the cost. Adapted from Ryan David Jahn’s book. Important names: Starring Patrick Brammall, adapted by writer Kris Mrksa. When you can watch: The Dispatcher does not yet have a release date. Speed Racer What it’s about: A live-action series based on the beloved Japanese animated show from the ’60s. Important names: Will be produced by J.J. Abrams’ Bad Robot production company, with Hiram Martinez and Ron Fitzgerald as writers and showrunners. When you can watch: Speed Racer has no release date yet. The White Darkness What it’s about: A limited series based on David Grann’s nonfiction book about Henry Worsley, who crossed Antarctica on foot. Important names: Tom Hiddleston stars, Soo Hugh directs. When you can watch: The White Darkness has no release date yet. Untitled Negro League Baseball series What it’s about: Follows the life and career of legendary pitcher Leroy “Satchel” Paige. Important names: The series is produced by Erving “Magic” Johnson, among others. It is in conjunction with the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum and MLB. When you can watch: This series has no release date yet. Untitled Chuck Barris drama What it’s about: Gong Show host Chuck Barris famously claimed to be a secret CIA assassin in his autobiography Confessions of a Dangerous Mind, which was made into a feature film in 2002. A Deadline report says Apple is developing an hour-long drama series about Barris as both Gong Show host and CIA assassin. Important names: Justin Timberlake is attached to star as Chuck Barris. When you can watch: This series has no release date yet. Dolly What it’s about: Deadline describes it as a “sci-fi courtroom drama in which a robotic ‘companion doll’ kills its owner and then shocks the world by claiming that she is not guilty and asking for a lawyer.” Important names: Florence Pugh and Vanessa Taylor are attached to star and Drew Pearce will write the script. When you can watch: No release date yet. Bride What it’s about: Deadline reports that this is a genre-bending film about an engineered “ideal wife” who rejects her creator, escapes captivity, and discovers her true self. Important names: The film will star Scarlett Johansson and will be directed by Sebastián Lelio. When you can watch: No release date yet. Earthsound What it’s about: A natural history documentary series that uses new audio technology and cinematic 360-degree audio to reveal untold nature stories from every continent. Important names: It will be executive produced by Alex Williamson, and the series producer is Sam Hodgson. When you can watch: No release date yet. Untitled Idris Elba spy thriller What it’s about: According to Variety, this is to be a “spy movie with romance set in Africa” but little else is known about the nascent project. The report says it’s early in production. Important names: The film will star Idris Elba and is produced by Simon Kinberg and Audrey Chon. When you can watch: No release date yet. Hedy Lamarr series What it’s about: According to The Hollywood Reporter, it’s an eight-episode series about the 1930s and 40s actress and inventor Hedy Lamarr (whose frequency-hopping radio technology is still the basis for many modern wireless communications). Important names: Gal Gadot is set to star as Lamarr, with a script written by Sarah Treem. When you can watch: No release date yet. Where the Wild Things Are What it’s about: Apple has struck an overall deal with The Maurice Sendak Foundation to produce shows or series based on the author’s works for children. The most famous of these, by far, is Where the Wild Things Are. Important names: Apple is working with longtime Sendak collaborator Arthur Yorinks and his production studio Night Kitchen Studios. When you can watch: No release date yet. Custom of the Country What it’s about: A limited-series adaptation of the Edith Wharton novel The Custom of the Country. The novel, published in the early 20th century, is about a midwestern girl who climbs the ladder of New York high society. Important names: The big one is Sofia Coppola, who is developing the series for Apple. No word yet on whether she will direct it. When you can watch: No release date yet. El Gato Negro What it’s about: Based on Richard Dominguez’s comic book about an aging luchador who teams up with his grandson to use the El Gato Negro persona to fight crime in South Texas. Important names: Robert Rodriguez will direct and produce, while Diego Boneta will star and also produce. When you can watch: No release date yet. Brie Larson CIA biography series What it’s about: A report in Variety says that Apple has made a direct-to-series order for a new drama based on the real-life experiences of CIA undercover operative Amaryllis Fox. Fox has a hot novel named Life Undercover: Coming of Age in the CIA that released in October 2019. Important names: Brie Larson will star and executive produce the series. When you can watch: No release date yet. You Think It, I’ll Say It What it’s about: According to Variety, Apple has ordered a 10-episode, half-hour run of a new comedy variety show. The show is inspired by Curtis Sittenfeld’s collection of short stories You Think It, I’ll Say It. Important names: SNL alum Kristen Wiig was set to star, but pulled out citing scheduling conflicts with Wonder Woman 1984. The show is created and produced by Colleen McGuinness (30 Rock, About a Boy). When you can watch: This project does not yet have a title or release date.
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06:58 pm
Apple Wallet’s new Digital ID feature just added more ways to use it | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple Wallet’s new Digital ID feature just added more ways to use it
Last fall, Apple launched a new Digital ID feature in the Wallet app. Now, that feature can officially be used as an age verification method in several cases on iPhone. Here’s what that means. more…
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06:48 pm
Convert PDFs easily on your Mac with this pro tool | Cult of Mac
Convert PDFs easily on your Mac with this pro tool
An all-in-one PDF editor like AcePDF Converter & Editor doesn't need to cost a fortune. Get a lifetime license for the Mac app for $29.99. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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06:46 pm
XChat, X’s standalone messaging app, now available with these features | 9 to 5 Mac
XChat, X’s standalone messaging app, now available with these features
XChat, the standalone messaging app from X, is now available. X’s new iPhone and iPad app has officially arrived on the App Store. more…
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06:34 pm
4 ways to make your texts less boring with iMessage effects | Cult of Mac
4 ways to make your texts less boring with iMessage effects
iMessage effects can add much more meaning, emotion and fun to your texting. You can add bold, italics, underline and many animated effects. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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06:34 pm
HomeKit Weekly: The Aqara G400 brings PoE and HomeKit Secure Video to your front door | 9 to 5 Mac
HomeKit Weekly: The Aqara G400 brings PoE and HomeKit Secure Video to your front door
When Aqara announced the Doorbell Camera G400 supported Power over Ethernet, it immediately caught my attention. PoE isn’t for everyone, but if you want it, you’ll likely ignore any option that doesn’t include it. Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 is great as a fallback, but absolutely nothing beats the 24/7 stability of wired cable. The Aqara Doorbell Camera G400 delivers that stability alongside local AI detection and a tall aspect ratio designed to spot packages. Let’s break down exactly what this doorbell brings to Apple Home users. more…
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06:30 pm
Apple’s long-awaited next-gen Apple TV 4K: A performance leap delayed by next-gen Siri, poised for 2026 launch | Mac Daily News
Apple’s long-awaited next-gen Apple TV 4K: A performance leap delayed by next-gen Siri, poised for 2026 launch
The current third-generation Apple TV 4K, released in late 2022 with the A15 Bionic chip, continues to deliver strong 4K streaming… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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05:30 pm
iPhone Fold or iPhone Ultra: What to expect from the folding iPhone | AppleInsider
iPhone Fold or iPhone Ultra: What to expect from the folding iPhone
The long-rumored iPhone Fold, or maybe the iPhone Ultra, should arrive in fall 2026. Here's what the rumor mill says about Apple's first foldable iPhone.A render of what the iPhone Fold could look likeWhile the rest of the smartphone industry has embraced foldable smartphones, Apple has so far held back from launching its own. However, the rumor mill certainly believes that one model will eventually come out of Cupertino, and that 2026 could be the year it finally does.With high expectations, the model referred to as the iPhone Fold is anticipated to be a big launch for the company. That launch could be just half a year away. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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05:27 pm
Spotify isn’t the only service now integrated with Anthropic’s Claude | 9 to 5 Mac
Spotify isn’t the only service now integrated with Anthropic’s Claude
This week, Spotify released new AI features that work inside Anthropic’s Claude app. Spotify isn’t the only service with newly launched Claude integration, though. Meanwhile, Anthropic has upgraded two existing features this week, including a recently introduced Claude Code tool. more…
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05:26 pm
Apple’s iPhone is killing it in China, shipments surge 20% in first quarter | Mac Daily News
Apple’s iPhone is killing it in China, shipments surge 20% in first quarter
Apple’s iPhone shipments in China surged 20% year-over-year in the first quarter, delivering the strongest growth among major vendors… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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05:00 pm
Hands-on: Kuxiu’s S4 MagSafe battery is slimmer and adds a real-time smart display | 9 to 5 Mac
Hands-on: Kuxiu’s S4 MagSafe battery is slimmer and adds a real-time smart display
Kuxiu has made some of my favorite Magsafe battery packs over the years. They were the first to give us a taste of the semi-solid state battery pack, which was ultra-efficient and kept safety in mind. They also brought one of the best features I’ve seen on any MagSafe battery pack: dual-sided MagSafe magnets, which let you add even more MagSafe accessories on top of the battery. Absolute genius. Now they are bringing us their brand new S4 Semi-Solid Safe MagSafe battery pack, and this might be their best one yet. Here is what you need to know. more…
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04:51 pm
Security Bite: This app tells you if your Mac’s webcam or mic was triggered while you were away | 9 to 5 Mac
Security Bite: This app tells you if your Mac’s webcam or mic was triggered while you were away
9to5Mac Security Bite is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Making Apple devices work-ready and enterprise-safe is all we do. Our unique integrated approach to management and security combines state-of-the-art Apple-specific security solutions for fully automated Hardening & Compliance, Next Generation EDR, AI-powered Zero Trust, and exclusive Privilege Management with the most powerful and modern Apple MDM on the market. The result is a totally automated Apple Unified Platform currently trusted by over 45,000 organizations to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple. The Mac’s built-in green LED privacy indicator—paired with those displayed on-screen in macOS—do a solid job of alerting users in real time when the webcam or microphone is active. When you’re actively working on your Mac, they’re hard to miss. But that protection assumes you’re actually there to see the privacy indicators light up. But what happens when you’re away from your Mac and malware triggers the camera or microphone to quietly record or eavesdrop? How would you know without being there to see it happen? Well, there’s an app for that. more…
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04:30 pm
Watch Apple reveal how it made the delightful MacBook Neo intro video | 9 to 5 Mac
Watch Apple reveal how it made the delightful MacBook Neo intro video
The all-new $599 MacBook Neo has been a hit for Apple since the delightful introductory video in March. Now Apple has shared a behind-the-scenes look at how it made the magic. more…
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04:26 pm
Apple's entry-level iPhone 18 rumored to get 50% more RAM | AppleInsider
Apple's entry-level iPhone 18 rumored to get 50% more RAM
Apple's iPhone 18 isn't expected to be announced until 2027, but buyers can perhaps look forward to a RAM upgrade similar to the one the iPhone 17 Pro got.The iPhone 18 could be getting a huge RAM upgradeApple is expected to switch up its iPhone release cadence this year, and it's bad news for budget-conscious buyers. It's expected that the entry-level iPhone 18 won't ship alongside the Pro models, leaving customers to wait until early 2027.But analyst Dan Nystedt believes that the wait might be worth it. In a new post on the X social network, Nystedt says that, in a first for the entry-level model, the iPhone 18 will come with 12GB of RAM. Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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04:21 pm
The tiny iOS 26.4.2 update that arrived this week is actually a really big deal | Macworld
The tiny iOS 26.4.2 update that arrived this week is actually a really big deal
Macworld Earlier this week, Apple released iOS 26.4.2, which, according to Apple, includes only a single security patch for “Notification Services.” While it seemed like a fairly innocuous fix for deleted notifications that “could be unexpectedly retained on the device,” it turns out that the flaw is a bigger deal than it seems. According to The Hacker News, the vulnerability was used by the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in a case in Texas. The FBI exploited the flaw to get Signal messages from a defendant’s iPhone, even though Signal had been deleted from the device. The site reports that the deleted messages were retrieved in connection with an attack on the Prairieland ICE detention center facility after the app was deleted, by taking advantage of copies of the content saved in the device’s push notification database. Signal is a messaging app with increased privacy controls, including end-to-end encryption, automatic message deletion, message history stored on-device instead of on servers, and code verification of messages. Signal is often used by journalists, government officials, and other users who want increased security. The flaw was important enough to Apple that it issued the iOS 26.4.2 update just to fix the vulnerability. If you are a Signal user, you should install the update as soon as possible (Settings > General > Software Update). The iPhone will need to restart. Learn more about iOS 26 in our superguide.
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04:16 pm
iOS 26.5 will add new features to three popular iPhone apps | 9 to 5 Mac
iOS 26.5 will add new features to three popular iPhone apps
iOS 26.5 is coming very soon with a variety of brand new features for users. Here are the new iOS 26.5 features being added to three popular iPhone apps. more…
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04:11 pm
Apple Invites app gets biggest update yet with 7 new features | Cult of Mac
Apple Invites app gets biggest update yet with 7 new features
The new Apple Invites app updates add an iMessage app and give hosts more control and easier social media sharing. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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Norwegian Boating Licenses and Generational Law | Daring Fireball
Norwegian Boating Licenses and Generational Law
My spitball idea for a generational law to keep more young people from ever starting a tobacco habit — and thus, nicotine addiction — would be through scaled taxation.
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04:04 pm
This free iPhone app from Cornell answers nature’s greatest springtime mystery | 9 to 5 Mac
This free iPhone app from Cornell answers nature’s greatest springtime mystery
As I’m spending more time outside this spring, I keep having the same thought: “I wonder what kind of bird I’m hearing sing?” Birdsong is the sound of the season for me, and a free iPhone app is adding more color to the mystery. more…
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03:12 pm
AirPods Pro 3 Hit $199 Record Low Price in Amazon's Big Spring Sale | MacRumors
AirPods Pro 3 Hit $199 Record Low Price in Amazon's Big Spring Sale
Amazon today has the AirPods Pro 3 available for $199.00 during its Big Spring Sale, down from $249.00. This is a match of the all-time low price on the AirPods Pro 3, and one of the best all-around deals you can get during the Amazon's springtime Prime Day. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. This model of the AirPods Pro launched in September 2025 and has 2x better Active Noise Cancellation than the previous generation, better audio quality, a revised fit that's meant to improve comfort and stability, Live Translation for in-person conversations, and heart rate sensing for workouts. $50 OFFAirPods Pro 3 for $199.00 You can also get the AirPods 4 for $99.99 in the Big Spring Sale, down from $129.00, which is a solid second-best price. You can find all of the best discounts going on during this event in our dedicated post, which highlights discounts on AirTag, iPads, MacBooks, and more. If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find in 2026? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Anker's New Prime 3-in-1 Foldable Charging Station Hits $104.99 Low Price on Amazon | MacRumors
Anker's New Prime 3-in-1 Foldable Charging Station Hits $104.99 Low Price on Amazon
Anker's new Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station has been marked down to $104.99 during Amazon's Big Spring Sale, down from $149.99, with no need for a coupon. This accessory just launched last month, and Amazon's sale today represents a new all-time low price. 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. The Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station features Qi2.2 support, which lets a compatible MagSafe ‌iPhone‌ charge at up to 25W. It's the same speed as Apple's ‌MagSafe‌ charger, and it is 10W faster than the standard Qi2 ‌MagSafe‌ chargers. You can also simultaneously charge an Apple Watch and AirPods with the device. $45 OFFAnker Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station for $104.99 There are plenty of other Anker discounts happening on Amazon this week, including the Prime 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Dock back at its all-time low price of $339.99, down from $399.99. Anker's popular 3-in-1 MagSafe-Compatible Charging Cube is also down to a new all-time low price of $79.03, down from $129.99. $60 OFFAnker Prime 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Dock for $339.99 Wall Chargers Nano USB-C Wall Charger - $27.99, down from $39.99 6-in-1 USB-C Power Strip - $59.99, down from $109.99 140W 4-Port GaN USB-C Charger - $89.99, down from $99.99 14-in-1 Prime Thunderbolt 5 Dock - $339.99, down from $399.99 Wireless Chargers 3-in-1 MagSafe-Compatible UFO Charger - $69.99, down from $89.99 3-in-1 MagSafe-Compatible Foldable Charging Station - $79.99, down from $109.99 3-in-1 MagSafe-Compatible Charging Cube - $79.03, down from $129.99 3-in-1 Prime Wireless Charging Station - $104.99, down from $149.99 Prime MagSafe-Compatible 3-in-1 Charging Station - $149.99, down from $229.99 Portable Chargers SOLIX C300 Power Station with Lantern - $169.99, down from $249.00 Prime Power Bank 26,250 mAh - $199.99, down from $229.99 SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station - $428.99, down from $799.00 SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station - $749.00, down from $1,499.00 We've collected all of the best deals you can find during Amazon's Big Spring Sale in our dedicated article. If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find in 2026? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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These U.S. States Plan to Offer iPhone's Driver's License Feature | MacRumors
These U.S. States Plan to Offer iPhone's Driver's License Feature
In select U.S. states, residents can add their driver's license or state ID to the Apple Wallet app on the iPhone and Apple Watch, and then use it to display proof of identity or age at select airports and businesses, and in select apps. The feature is currently available in 13 U.S. states and Puerto Rico, and it is expected to launch in at least seven more in the future. 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. Supported States The following 13 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 2025)The feature is also available in Puerto Rico. Future States Apple and local DMV offices have announced that the following U.S. states have signed on to adopt the feature, but no timeframes were disclosed:Connecticut Kentucky Mississippi Oklahoma Utah Arkansas VirginiaParticipating Airports Apple Wallet IDs are accepted at TSA checkpoints in more than 250 airports in the U.S., for domestic travel. Given that Apple Wallet IDs are not accepted by law enforcement, and lack many other use cases, carrying a physical ID is still necessary. Here are just some of the airports that offer the feature — there are hundreds of others:Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) 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) Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) Richmond International Airport (RIC) Norfolk International Airport (ORF) Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) Newport News-Williamsburg International Airport (PHF)Travelers should refer to TSA signage to confirm availability of the feature. Digital Passport If you live in a state that does not yet offer Apple Wallet IDs, you can now create a Digital ID based on your U.S. passport, and present it at the same participating TSA checkpoints, for age and identity verification purposes during domestic travel. It is not a replacement for a physical passport, and it cannot be used for international travel. This feature requires iOS 26.1 or watchOS 26.1 and later.Tag: Apple WalletThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple Releasing Two New iPhone Apps This Year | MacRumors
Apple Releasing Two New iPhone Apps This Year
Apple is expected to release two new iPhone apps this year, including an Apple Business app and a Siri app with chatbot-like functionality. With the Apple Business app, employees at businesses using the new Apple Business platform will be able to install apps for work, view contact information for colleagues, and request support. Apple Business is launching on April 14, and it replaces Apple Business Essentials, Apple Business Manager, and Apple Business Connect. While not yet announced by Apple, it was recently reported that the company is also testing a Siri app with similar functionality as OpenAI's ChatGPT and Google's Gemini apps. Users would be able to interact with Siri in both text and voice modes, and the app would provide users with access to their past conversations with Siri. Both apps will also be available on the iPad and Mac. Apple says the Apple Business app will require iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS 26, while the Siri app will reportedly be available as part of iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27 later this year.Tags: Apple Business, SiriThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Top Stories: Mac Pro Discontinued, iOS 26.4 Out Now, WWDC 2026 Announced, and More | MacRumors
Top Stories: Mac Pro Discontinued, iOS 26.4 Out Now, WWDC 2026 Announced, and More
It was a busy week in the Apple world, with Apple announcing the discontinuation of the Mac Pro, releasing iOS 26.4 and other updates, and officially announcing dates for this year's Worldwide Developers Conference. This week also saw the AirPods Max 2 become available to order while we heard some fresh details about upcoming Apple hardware, so read on below for all the details! Top Stories Apple Confirms Mac Pro Is Dead, No Future Models Planned It shouldn't be much of a surprise considering it hadn't been updated in three years and there have been no rumors of anything coming in the future, but it was still a bit sad to see Apple officially discontinue the Mac Pro this week. And yes, Apple's infamous $700 kit to add wheels to the Mac Pro has also been put out to pasture. Arriving 20 years ago as an Intel-based upgrade to the PowerPC-driven Power Mac G5, the Mac Pro evolved from a traditional tower workstation to a compact cylindrical form factor and back again over the years, but while it was intended to serve the high-end professional market, it was never upgraded as frequently as other Macs and its role has largely been usurped by the Mac Studio that carries a much lower starting price. Apple Releases iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 With New Emoji, Playlist Playground, Purchase Sharing Changes and More Apple this week released iOS 26.4 and related operating system updates, delivering several improvements but not the revamped Siri we'd been hoping would make an appearance in these releases. That major revamp now looks like it may not come until iOS 27. iOS 26.4 does bring a number of new features like the AI-driven Playlist Playground in Apple Music, eight new emoji characters, concert listings in Apple Music, CarPlay enhancements, and more. Alongside iOS 26.4, other releases included macOS Tahoe 26.4 with the return of the compact tab bar option for Safari and a new battery charge limit setting, plus tvOS 26.4 with a new Genius Browse content discover feature, subtitle styling, and more. Apple Announces WWDC 2026 Will Take Place June 8 to 12 Apple has officially announced that its annual developer conference will take place during the usual timeframe, kicking off with a keynote on Monday, June 8, and running through Friday, June 12. WWDC will be a hybrid event again this year, with developers able to attend virtual sessions and labs free of charge. There is a lottery, however, for developers to enter for a chance to attend the Monday keynote sessions in person at Apple Park. We're expecting to see Apple unveil significant AI advancements this year after a number of delays, and the company has confirmed that those advancements will be a major focus of WWDC. AirPods Max 2 Now Available for Pre-Order With First Deliveries as Soon as April 1 Apple this week began accepting pre-orders for the AirPods Max 2 headphones that were introduced on March 16. In the U.S., Apple's online store intially listed a delivery timeframe of April 1 to April 3, although orders placed today may arrive a few days later than that. Priced at $549, the ‌AirPods Max 2‌ feature the same design as the original AirPods Max, but Apple updated the over-ear headphones with an H2 chip that adds new capabilities already offered by other AirPods models. Amazon is already offering small discounts on select colors. The AirPods Max 2 aren't the only new audio product launched by Apple in the past week, as the company's Beats brand also released new special-edition Nike Powerbeats Pro 2 featuring Nike's signature neon green-yellow "Volt" color. New Apple TV and HomePod Mini Remain 'Ready' to Launch Apple has unveiled quite a few new products this month, but the wait continues for the next-generation Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini models. In his Power On newsletter this week, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said new versions of the Apple TV and HomePod mini have been "ready" since last year, but he reiterated that Apple has held off on releasing them until the more personalized version of Siri and other Apple Intelligence upgrades are released later this year. In a live Q&A on Thursday, Gurman indicated that a new full-size HomePod is in the same predicament. Apple Unveils 'Apple Business' All-in-One Platform Apple this week announced Apple Business, a new all-in-one platform that unifies device management, productivity tools, and customer outreach features. Rolling out on April 14, the service is designed to be a consolidated replacement for several of Apple's existing business-focused offerings, including Apple Business Essentials, Apple Business Manager, and Apple Business Connect. It provides organizations with a single interface to manage devices, employees, communications, and customer engagement across Apple's ecosystem. The effort will also bring ads to Apple Maps, starting "this summer" in the United States and Canada. Apple Reportedly Preparing 'Biggest Set of iPhone Revamps' Ever Apple is working on "the biggest set of iPhone revamps in the product's history," according to the latest word from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. In an in-depth profile of Apple's hardware engineering chief John Ternus, who is widely considered to be the leading candidate to become Apple's next CEO whenever Tim Cook steps down, Gurman said Ternus is "overseeing the biggest set of iPhone revamps in the product's history, including a foldable model this year and a version with an edge-to-edge screen that could arrive as early as 2027, for the device's 20th anniversary." MacRumors Newsletter Each week, we publish an email newsletter like this highlighting the top Apple stories, making it a great way to get a bite-sized recap of the week hitting all of the major topics we've covered and tying together related stories for a big-picture view. So if you want to have top stories like the above recap delivered to your email inbox each week, subscribe to our newsletter!Tag: Top StoriesThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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5+ Things to Know About the Siri Chatbot Coming in iOS 27 | MacRumors
5+ Things to Know About the Siri Chatbot Coming in iOS 27
We're less than three months away from our first look at Apple's smarter, redesigned version of Siri. iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27 will focus on ‌Siri‌ updates, and rumors about what we can expect are picking up. There's a full chatbot version of ‌Siri‌ in the works, which will change the way that we use Apple's personal assistant. ‌Siri‌ will be more like Claude or ChatGPT, marking a major improvement in how ‌Siri‌ works and what it can do. SiriBot With ‌iOS 27‌, Apple will change the way that ‌Siri‌ works. Right now, ‌Siri‌ can answer common questions and complete simple tasks, but you can't engage it in a back and forth conversation, get help with multi-step tasks, or ask complicated questions. Based on the current ‌Siri‌ chatbot rumors, ‌Siri‌ will be able to do all of that and more with the upcoming upgrade, and it will work like competing chatbots. Apple wasn't initially planning to introduce a full chatbot like ChatGPT, but chatbots have become too popular for Apple to ignore. Simply adding AI capabilities to apps and features isn't enough for Apple to stay competitive with the way people have embraced chatbots for everything from web searches to coding help. Google has already integrated Gemini into its Android device lineup, and chatbots like ChatGPT have hundreds of millions of weekly active users. Standalone Siri App When ‌Siri‌ evolves into a dedicated Apple-designed chatbot, it will launch alongside a standalone ‌Siri‌ app. The ‌Siri‌ app will look similar to apps from other companies like OpenAI, displaying a grid or list of past conversations. ‌Siri‌ will support text and voice-based conversations, and there will be options to favorite chats, search for content within chats, initiate new chats, and save chats. Conversations with ‌Siri‌ will apparently resemble iMessage conversations, with Apple adopting chat bubbles. New conversations will start with suggested prompts on what users can ask ‌Siri‌. Deep Integration While there will be a standalone ‌Siri‌ app for back-and-forth conversations, ‌Siri‌ will be deeply integrated into Apple devices at the system level. ‌Siri‌ will be activated the same way as today, by speaking the ‌Siri‌ wake word or pressing on the side button of a Siri-enabled device. ‌Siri‌ will be able to respond to both voice and text-based requests. Siri Capabilities ‌Siri‌ will be able to do much of what current chatbots can do, such as searching the web with visually rich results, providing summaries, and evaluating uploaded documents. The personal assistant will still be integrated into Apple devices. ‌Siri‌ integration will replace the current Spotlight search functionality, but Apple plans to keep and expand on ‌Siri‌ Suggestions. ‌Siri‌ Suggestions will have more access to user data to provide more relevant prompts. Search the web for information Generate images Generate content Summarize information Analyze uploaded files Use personal data to complete tasks Ingest information from emails, messages, files and more Analyze open windows and on-screen content to take action Control device features and settings Search for on-device content, replacing Spotlight ‌Siri‌ will also be integrated into Apple's core apps, including Mail, Messages, Apple TV, Xcode, and Photos. ‌Siri‌ will be able to search for specific images, edit photos, help with coding, make suggestions for TV shows and movies, and send emails. New Look Chatbot ‌Siri‌ will have an updated look to go along with the dedicated app. Activating ‌Siri‌ will have a new animation that prompts the user to search or ask a question, and Bloomberg's Mark Gurman says Apple is testing a version of ‌Siri‌ integrated into the Dynamic Island. Apple's test interface includes a glowing ‌Siri‌ icon and a "searching" label in the ‌Dynamic Island‌ while ‌Siri‌ is processing a request, and once done, ‌Siri‌ expands into a larger translucent panel with the results. Pulling down on the menu initiates an interface for a conversation. Apple may also integrate an "Ask ‌Siri‌" button into the menus of other apps, giving users a way to send content directly to ‌Siri‌ alongside a request. The iOS keyboard could get a Write with ‌Siri‌ option that surfaces Writing Tools. Memory Claude, ChatGPT, and Gemini can remember past conversations and interactions, retaining a memory of the user. Apple is said to be discussing how much the ‌Siri‌ chatbot will be able to remember. Apple may limit conversational memory to protect user privacy. Third-Party Chatbot Integrations Apple will allow third-party AI chatbots to integrate with Siri in ‌iOS 27‌. Apple already has a partnership with OpenAI that lets ‌Siri‌ hand questions off to ChatGPT, but that integration will expand to chatbots from other companies like Google and Anthropic. An iPhone user with the Claude or Gemini app installed will be able to send questions from ‌Siri‌ to those chatbots, similar to how the OpenAI integration works today. iPhone users will be able to choose which services they want to use inside ‌Siri‌ through a new "Extensions" option coming to the ‌Siri‌ and Apple Intelligence section in the Settings app. Promised iOS 18 Features ‌Apple Intelligence‌ ‌Siri‌ features that were originally planned for iOS 18 will be introduced in ‌iOS 27‌, with ‌Siri‌ able to use personal data and context to answer queries. ‌Siri‌ will also be able to do more in and between apps, and will be able to see what's on the user's screen. Apple promised that those features would appear before the end of 2026. Underlying Architecture and Servers Apple has inked a deal with Google that will see Gemini powering upcoming versions of ‌Siri‌. Apple plans to use Gemini for the ‌Siri‌ chatbot and the other ‌Siri‌ features coming in ‌iOS 27‌. "Apple and Google have entered into a multi-year collaboration under which the next generation of Apple Foundation Models will be based on Google's Gemini models and cloud technology," the two companies said in a statement in January. The ‌Siri‌ chatbot specifically will rely on a custom AI model developed by the Google Gemini team. Gurman claims that the custom model is comparable to Gemini 3, and that it is more powerful than models Apple has developed in-house. Apple and Google are also discussing running the ‌Siri‌ chatbot on Google's servers powered by Tensor Processing Units, probably because Apple doesn't yet have the infrastructure to handle chatbot queries from billions of active devices per day. Launch Date Apple is planning to introduce ‌Siri‌'s chatbot capabilities when it announces ‌iOS 27‌, iPadOS 27, and ‌macOS 27‌ at the June Worldwide Developers Conference, which starts on Monday, June 8. It is still unclear which ‌Siri‌ features Apple will be ready to unveil, and some could be held for future updates.Related Roundup: iOS 27Tags: Siri, Siri ChatbotThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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09:03 pm
Apple to Launch These 15+ New Products Later This Year | MacRumors
Apple to Launch These 15+ New Products Later This Year
March has been an incredibly busy month for Apple, with the company unveiling more than 10 new products and accessories. We said hello to the MacBook Neo at the start of the month, and we bid farewell to the Mac Pro at the end of it. Nevertheless, there is still a lot more to come this year. Beyond the usual annual updates to iPhones and Apple Watches, Apple's all-new smart home hub is finally expected to launch later this year, once the more personalized version of Siri arrives. We are also expecting a foldable iPhone, a MacBook Pro with an OLED display, and long-awaited updates to the Apple TV and HomePods this year. Here is what to expect from Apple later this year, according to rumors. Where there are arrows shown, it refers to a device's current chip → next chip. iPhones iPhone 18 Pro: A20 Pro chip, a smaller Dynamic Island, a simplified Camera Control button, a red color option, variable aperture for at least one rear camera, web browsing via satellite, Apple-designed C2 modem for 5G, and more. iPhone 18 Pro Max: The same features rumored for the iPhone 18 Pro, but the Pro Max model might be slightly thicker. Foldable iPhone: 7.7-inch inner display with a reduced crease, 5.3-inch outer display, two rear cameras, one front camera, a Touch ID power button instead of Face ID, and more. iOS 27 is expected to be tailored for the foldable iPhone, allowing for side-by-side apps and other iPad-like multitasking functionality. Apple WatchesApple Watch Series 12: A new chip, design changes (or not), and potentially Touch ID. Apple Watch Ultra 4: A new chip and potentially Touch ID. iPadsiPad 12: A16 chip → A18 chip or A19 chip with Apple Intelligence support. iPad mini: A17 Pro chip → A19 Pro or A20 Pro chip, an OLED display, a vibration-based speaker system, and a water-resistant design. Macs Mac Studio: M4 Max and M3 Ultra chips → M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips. Mac mini: M4 and M4 Pro chips → M5 and M5 Pro chips. iMac: M4 chip → M5 chip, plus new color options. MacBook Pro with OLED display: A major redesign towards the end of 2026, with M6 Pro and M6 Max chips, an OLED display, a touch screen, a Dynamic Island, and a thinner design. On this device, which could also be named MacBook Ultra, macOS 27 is expected to offer a touch-friendly interface. Home Apple TV: A17 Pro chip with support for the more personalized Siri, and Apple's N1 chip with Wi-Fi 7 support. A built-in FaceTime camera has been rumored for a future Apple TV, but it is unclear if that will arrive with the next model. HomePod mini: S9 chip or newer with support for the more personalized Siri, Apple's N1 chip with Wi-Fi 7 support, improved sound quality, a second-generation Ultra Wideband chip, and potentially new color options like red. HomePod: A new full-sized HomePod that supports the revamped Siri. Home Hub: An all-new smart home hub featuring the more personalized version of Siri, a 6-inch to 7-inch square display, an A18 chip for Apple Intelligence, FaceTime, and more. Place it on a table or mount it on a wall. Security Camera/Sensor: Apple-designed, HomeKit-enabled security camera/sensor accessory to be sold alongside the new smart home hub. Face ID Doorbell: A video doorbell with Face ID and HomeKit Secure Video, wirelessly connects to a compatible deadbolt lock. For more details, read our Upcoming Apple Products Guide: What's Coming in 2026.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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07:09 pm
Apple TV Channels Gains Crunchyroll Anime Streaming Service | MacRumors
Apple TV Channels Gains Crunchyroll Anime Streaming Service
Anime streaming service Crunchyroll is now available as an Apple TV app channel, making it easier for prospective customers to subscribe without having to open up another app. ‌Apple TV‌ users in the U.S., Canada, UK, and Australia are now able to subscribe to Crunchyroll through the ‌Apple TV‌. There's a 7-day free trial available, after which the service is priced at $9.99 per month. The Crunchyroll ‌Apple TV‌ Channel is separate from existing Crunchyroll subscriptions, and an existing account can't be linked to the ‌Apple TV‌ app. As with all ‌Apple TV‌ Channels content, if you sign up for Crunchyroll with the ‌Apple TV‌ app, you'll be billed through Apple. Crunchyroll says its full catalog of over 50,000 episodes is available through the Crunchyroll ‌Apple TV‌ Channel. Apple TV Channels have long been an ‌Apple TV‌ app feature that makes subscribing to multiple services more convenient. Channels content can be watched in the ‌Apple TV‌ app without having to open up another app, and access can be shared with up to six members of a Family Sharing group. Channels also offer watch on-demand content and offline downloads. Some of the available ‌Apple TV‌ Channels include Starz, Paramount+, AMC+, Mubi, Shudder, MGM+, and IFC Films.Related Roundup: Apple TVBuyer's Guide: Apple TV (Don't Buy)Related Forum: Apple TV and Home TheaterThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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07:09 pm
Apple TV Channels Gains Crunchyroll Anime Streaming Service | MacRumors
Apple TV Channels Gains Crunchyroll Anime Streaming Service
Anime streaming service Crunchyroll is now available as an Apple TV app channel, making it easier for prospective customers to subscribe without having to open up another app. ‌Apple TV‌ users in the U.S., Canada, UK, and Australia are now able to subscribe to Crunchyroll through the ‌Apple TV‌. There's a 7-day free trial available, after which the service is priced at $9.99 per month. The Crunchyroll ‌Apple TV‌ Channel is separate from existing Crunchyroll subscriptions, and an existing account can't be linked to the ‌Apple TV‌ app. As with all ‌Apple TV‌ Channels content, if you sign up for Crunchyroll with the ‌Apple TV‌ app, you'll be billed through Apple. Crunchyroll says its full catalog of over 50,000 episodes is available through the Crunchyroll ‌Apple TV‌ Channel. Apple TV Channels have long been an ‌Apple TV‌ app feature that makes subscribing to multiple services more convenient. Channels content can be watched in the ‌Apple TV‌ app without having to open up another app, and access can be shared with up to six members of a Family Sharing group. Channels also offer watch on-demand content and offline downloads. Some of the available ‌Apple TV‌ Channels include Starz, Paramount+, AMC+, Mubi, Shudder, MGM+, and IFC Films.Related Roundup: Apple TVBuyer's Guide: Apple TV (Don't Buy)Related Forum: Apple TV and Home TheaterThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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06:01 pm
Apple Brings On Google Shopping VP to Lead AI Marketing Push | MacRumors
Apple Brings On Google Shopping VP to Lead AI Marketing Push
Apple has hired former Google VP Lilian Rincon as its vice president of product marketing for artificial intelligence, reports Axios. Before joining Apple, Rincon was vice president of product for Google Shopping. At Apple, Rincon will be in charge of product marketing and product management for all of Apple's AI platforms, reporting to Apple marketing chief Greg Joswiak. Rincon led the global product organization that handled Google's consumer-facing shopping experiences, and before that, she was a director of product management in the Google Shopping division, and she worked on Google Assistant. Rincon first joined Google in 2017, and she also previously worked at Microsoft and Skype. Apple's AI marketing efforts come at a critical time as it prepares to roll out the updated chatbot version of Siri in iOS 27, and Rincon has a lot of work ahead. Apple is seen as being far behind competitors when it comes to AI development, both because of its failure to deploy Apple Intelligence Siri features on time and because iOS, macOS, and iPadOS offer far fewer AI features compared to Android and Windows. With ‌iOS 27‌, Apple is overhauling ‌Siri‌. We'll get the smarter ‌Siri‌ Apple first introduced at the June 2024 WWDC keynote, plus Apple is planning for a full chatbot version of ‌Siri‌ that will compete with chatbots like Claude, Gemini, and ChatGPT. We'll see our first glimpse of the new AI features Apple has planned at the 2026 Worldwide Developers Conference, which begins on Monday, June 8.Tags: Apple Intelligence, GoogleThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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05:11 pm
MacBook Neo Review: Can Apple's Cheapest Laptop Handle Real Work? | MacRumors
MacBook Neo Review: Can Apple's Cheapest Laptop Handle Real Work?
It's been a little over two weeks since the MacBook Neo launched on March 11, and MacRumors videographer Dan Barbera has been using it daily to do a more thorough review. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. At $599 (or $499 for students), the ‌MacBook Neo‌ is the cheapest laptop that Apple has come out with, and given the quality of the product, it's an impressive price. The A18 Pro chip isn't underpowered for a notebook machine, and the Neo is going to handle every day-to-day task that you might throw at it. 8GB RAM might sound like not enough because all of Apple's other Macs have 16GB or more, but Macs use RAM so efficiently that most people aren't going to miss having more RAM. If you're browsing the web, watching videos, managing documents, writing, scrolling through social media apps, sending emails, completing homework, and doing other light work, the ‌MacBook Neo‌ isn't going to struggle. 8GB RAM is also sufficient for all of the Apple Intelligence features that Apple has come out with so far. The ‌MacBook Neo‌ works totally fine for editing photos and videos, but it's of course not as quick as Apple's MacBook Air and MacBook Pro with M-series chips. You're going to see slower export times, but the actual process of editing video on the ‌MacBook Neo‌ doesn't feel overly sluggish. The ‌MacBook Neo‌ had no problems with 30 Chrome tabs open with YouTube, Google Docs, news sites, spreadsheets, Twitter, and more, even when other apps like Mail, Messages, and Spotify were running. Bumping up to 60 tabs used all of the available RAM, but everything running was usable with no freezing or beach balls. A Windows laptop probably wouldn't be able to operate like the Neo does on just 8GB RAM, but with Apple's SoC, it works. There are some compromises with the ‌MacBook Neo‌ in addition to the RAM. You're not going to get Apple's best display, but it's not too far off the ‌MacBook Air‌ display. There's just no True Tone for adjusting the display white balance to the lighting in the room. You're limited to two USB-C ports (one limited to USB 2 speeds at 480Mb/s, which does impact how fast files transfer), and another that's USB 3 at 10Gb/s. There's no Thunderbolt, no MagSafe charger, no SD card slot, no HDMI port, and no backlighting for the keyboard. The trackpad is mechanical instead of Force Touch, but it works largely the same, and there's a 1080p camera. Battery life is solid at up to 16 hours on a full charge, and the power draw is low enough that you can get some extra juice with a small power bank. The ‌MacBook Neo‌ only comes in 256GB and 512GB configurations, so storage is a bit limited, and we do recommend that 512GB upgrade for an extra $100 if you can swing it because it adds Touch ID to the keyboard. The ‌MacBook Neo‌ is slim and lightweight at 2.7 pounds, plus it comes in fun colors like blush, citrus, silver, and indigo. The ‌MacBook Neo‌ is designed for students on a budget, parents buying a first laptop for a child, and people who just need a basic machine for everyday online tasks. It may be Apple's lowest tier Mac, but it is one of the best computers you can get in its price range. Many competing Windows PCs and Chromebooks around the $600 mark are bulkier and uglier, with dimmer displays and less powerful chips. PC makers haven't had to try in the low-end market because Apple didn't compete there, but now that's changed. There's a reason why ASUS CFO Nick Wu said that the ‌MacBook Neo‌ was a "shock" to the entire PC industry that's being taken "very seriously." PC makers are going to need to innovate to keep Apple from dominating the affordable and education market.Related Roundup: MacBook NeoBuyer's Guide: MacBook Neo (Buy Now)Related Forum: MacBook NeoThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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The MacRumors Show: Apple Announces WWDC 2026 | MacRumors
The MacRumors Show: Apple Announces WWDC 2026
On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss Apple's announcement of its 37th annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), where the company is expected to unveil a major Siri overhaul alongside iOS 27, macOS 27, and other next-generation operating systems. Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel for more videos Like last year, WWDC 2026 will be a primarily online event open to all developers at no cost, with an in-person component at Apple Park in Cupertino reserved for developers and students selected through a random lottery. Apple will notify accepted in-person attendees on April 2. The keynote and all sessions will be available on the Apple Developer app, Apple's website, and YouTube, with over 100 video sessions and interactive labs with Apple engineers and designers planned across the week. Apple first unveiled Apple Intelligence at WWDC 2024, promising a smarter Siri with personal context, on-screen awareness, and deeper app integration, features that were delayed in March 2025, delayed again at WWDC 2025, and then missed a further internal target of iOS 26.4. Apple confirmed in its announcement that the conference will "spotlight incredible updates for Apple platforms, including AI advancements and exciting new software and developer tools," which points clearly to what is shaping up to be the most consequential ‌Siri‌ update ever. The revamped ‌Siri‌ is said to be a sweeping redesign that turns Apple's long-struggling assistant into a full AI chatbot, with Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reporting that Apple is testing a standalone ‌Siri‌ app displaying prior conversations in a list or grid, with pinned and searchable chats and iMessage-style chat bubbles. ‌Siri‌ is also said to be gaining Dynamic Island integration, with a glowing icon and "searching" label while processing requests, an "Ask ‌Siri‌" button in third-party app menus, and a "Write with ‌Siri‌" keyboard option, while Spotlight is expected to be replaced by ‌Siri‌ as the primary search interface on iPhone. The technology underpinning virtually all of this comes from Apple's multi-year partnership with Google, under which next-generation Apple Foundation Models are based on Gemini, with processing continuing to run on-device and in Private Cloud Compute. Separately, Apple plans to open Siri to third-party AI chatbots in ‌iOS 27‌ via an "Extensions" system in Settings, ending OpenAI's exclusive arrangement and allowing users to direct queries to Claude, Gemini, Grok, and others. Beyond ‌Siri‌, iOS 27 is expected to be a relatively lean update, described as a "Snow Leopard" year, focused on performance improvements, bug fixes, and code cleanup rather than major new feature additions. Notable exceptions include optimizations for Apple's first foldable iPhone, which is expected to launch in the fall, and new satellite connectivity features. macOS 27 will apparently share the same ‌Siri‌ upgrades and "Snow Leopard" stability focus. It will drop support for Intel-based Macs entirely. Apple will also unveil iPadOS 27, watchOS 27, tvOS 27, and visionOS 27 at the keynote. The MacRumors Show has its own YouTube channel, so make sure you're subscribed to keep up with new episodes and clips. Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel! You can also listen to ‌The MacRumors Show‌ on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, or other podcast apps. You can also copy our RSS feed directly into your player. If you haven't already listened to the previous episode of The MacRumors Show, catch up to hear our discussion about Apple's surprise AirPods Max 2 announcement. Subscribe to ‌The MacRumors Show‌ for new episodes every week, where we discuss some of the topical news breaking here on MacRumors, often joined by interesting guests such as Kayci Lacob, Kevin Nether, John Gruber, Mark Gurman, Jon Prosser, Luke Miani, Matthew Cassinelli, Brian Tong, Quinn Nelson, Jared Nelson, Eli Hodapp, Mike Bell, Sara Dietschy, iJustine, Jon Rettinger, Andru Edwards, Arnold Kim, Ben Sullins, Marcus Kane, Christopher Lawley, Frank McShan, David Lewis, Tyler Stalman, Sam Kohl, Federico Viticci, Thomas Frank, Jonathan Morrison, Ross Young, Ian Zelbo, and Rene Ritchie. ‌The MacRumors Show‌ is on X @MacRumorsShow, so be sure to give us a follow to keep up with the podcast. You can also email us at podcast@macrumors.com or head over to The MacRumors Show forum thread. Remember to rate and review the podcast, and let us know what subjects and guests you would like to see in the future.Related Roundup: WWDC 2026Tags: The MacRumors Show, WWDC 2026Related Forum: Apple, Inc and Tech IndustryThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple's 50th Anniversary Events Continue in Washington D.C., Shanghai, Tokyo, and Beyond | MacRumors
Apple's 50th Anniversary Events Continue in Washington D.C., Shanghai, Tokyo, and Beyond
Apple is into its final days of hosting 50th-anniversary celebrations around the world, making stops in Washington D.C., Mexico City, Shanghai, Tokyo, and beyond. On Tuesday, March 24, actor Troy Kotsur and Gallaudet University president Roberta Cordano sat down for a discussion with Apple's accessibility chief Sarah Herrlinger about how accessible technology helps to foster creativity. In 2022, Kotsur became the first deaf male actor to win an Academy Award for his performance in the Apple TV film CODA, while Cordano is the first deaf woman to be president of the Gallaudet University for the deaf and hard of hearing. The discussion was part of a special Today at Apple session held at Apple's Carnegie Library store in Washington, D.C., and hundreds of other accessibility advocates also attended the event to reflect on what it means to have Apple products and technologies that work for everyone, including people with disabilities. On Wednesday, March 25, Apple brought together "some of Mexico's most celebrated filmmakers, actors, and creators" for a conversation about creativity and storytelling at its Apple Antara store in Mexico City. This included some of the people behind the hit Apple TV productions Las Azules, Acapulco, and Midnight Family. In front of its Jing'an store in Shanghai today, Apple set up a circular catwalk that models walked around as part of Shanghai Fashion Week. And over in Tokyo today, a virtual YouTuber and singer known as Mori Calliope appeared live on a screen at Apple's Omotesando store. Image Credit: @hamu_3nd Today at Apple sessions were also held at Apple Pacific Centre in Vancouver, Canada and at Apple Champs-Élysées in Paris, France this week, and there will be another session at Apple BKC in Mumbai, India on Sunday, March 29. Apple kicked off its 50th anniversary celebrations with a surprise Alicia Keys performance at its store inside New York's iconic Grand Central Terminal earlier this month, while Mumford & Sons performed in London earlier this week. Apple has also held events in Australia, South Korea, Thailand, and elsewhere over the past few weeks. Apple turns 50 on April 1.Tags: Apple 50th Anniversary, Today at AppleThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple Says No iPhone in Lockdown Mode Has Ever Been Hacked | MacRumors
Apple Says No iPhone in Lockdown Mode Has Ever Been Hacked
Apple says it has no record of a successful spyware attack against any device running Lockdown Mode, the opt-in security feature it introduced in 2022. "We are not aware of any successful mercenary spyware attacks against a Lockdown Mode-enabled Apple device," an Apple spokesperson told TechCrunch. Lockdown Mode is available on the iPhone, iPad, and Mac, and dramatically restricts certain system features that are commonly exploited by mercenary spyware. When enabled, it blocks most message attachment types, disables certain complex web technologies, and prevents devices from automatically joining non-secure Wi-Fi networks, among other restrictions. Apple designed the feature specifically to protect high-risk users such as journalists, activists, lawyers, and others who may be personally targeted by sophisticated nation-state-level attacks. Enable Lockdown Mode on iPhone, iPad, and Mac Donncha Ó Cearbhaill, head of the security lab at Amnesty International, said he and his colleagues "have not seen any evidence of an iPhone being successfully compromised by mercenary spyware where Lockdown Mode was enabled at the time of the attack." Digital rights organizations including Amnesty International and the University of Toronto's Citizen Lab have documented numerous successful spyware attacks on iPhone users over the years, but none have involved a bypass of Lockdown Mode. Citizen Lab researchers have confirmed at least two cases where Lockdown Mode actively blocked spyware attacks, with one involving NSO Group's Pegasus and another involving Predator spyware, made by a company now part of Intellexa. Google researchers found that spyware was coded to abort its infection attempt if it detected Lockdown Mode was active, apparently to avoid leaving traces that could expose the attack. Patrick Wardle, an Apple cybersecurity expert, told TechCrunch, "I think it's safe to say, Lockdown Mode is one of the most aggressive consumer-facing hardening features ever shipped."Tags: Apple Security, Cybersecurity, TechCrunchThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Mac Pro Discontinued: Reflecting on 20 Years of Apple's Desktop Tower | MacRumors
Mac Pro Discontinued: Reflecting on 20 Years of Apple's Desktop Tower
Apple this week announced that it has discontinued the Mac Pro, with new configurations no longer available and no further models planned. Below, we reflect on nearly two decades of the Mac Pro. 2006 to 2013 In August 2006, Apple introduced the original Mac Pro, which was an Intel-based follow-up to the PowerPC-based Power Mac G5 that debuted a few years earlier. Mac Pro was the final Mac model to transition from PowerPC to Intel processors. "Apple has successfully completed the transition to using Intel processors in just seven months—210 days to be exact," said Apple's then-CEO Steve Jobs, in a press release announcing the first Mac Pro. "And what better product to complete it with than the new Mac Pro, the workstation Mac users have been dreaming about." The original Mac Pro was powered by two dual-core Intel Xeon processors, making it up to twice as fast as the Power Mac G5, according to Apple. It could be configured with up to 2TB of storage—the most ever in a Mac at the time—and up to 16GB of RAM. The computer was equipped with an NVIDIA GeForce 7300 GT graphics card. Like the Power Mac G5, the Mac Pro featured an aluminum tower with a perforated front panel, which earned it the nickname "cheese grater Mac Pro." The computer was equipped with a variety of FireWire and USB-A ports, and it had PCI Express expansion slots. In the U.S., the original Mac Pro started at $2,499. The classic Mac Pro went on to receive faster Intel processors and other spec bumps until 2012. 2013 to 2019 "Can't innovate anymore, my ass," Apple's former marketing chief Phil Schiller infamously joked, when unveiling the redesigned Mac Pro in June 2013. "The new Mac Pro is our vision for the future of the pro desktop, everything about it has been reimagined and there has never been anything like it," said Schiller, in a press release announcing the second-generation Mac Pro. The so-called "trash can" Mac Pro featured a cylindrical design with a polished black aluminum finish and a "unified thermal core." The computer was visually striking, but Apple later admitted that it was thermally constrained, and it had poor upgradeability. Instead of internal slots, Apple pushed expansion via six Thunderbolt 2 ports. Other specs included up to a 12-core Intel Xeon processor, dual AMD FirePro GPUs, up to 64GB of RAM, and up to a 1TB SSD. In the U.S., pricing started at $2,999. Overall, Apple prioritized the Mac Pro's compact size, thermal efficiency, and quiet operation, when most pro users simply wanted the most performant and expandable Mac possible. Then, the Mac Pro went years without receiving upgrades, leading some to question whether Apple was still committed to the high-end Mac market. The criticism ultimately led Apple to make the rare and surprising move of publicly apologizing to Mac users and ensuring that it remained committed to the Mac. Apple also pre-announced that it was working on a "completely rethought" Mac Pro with a modular design, along with what became the iMac Pro and Pro Display XDR. "I think we designed ourselves into a bit of a thermal corner, if you will," said Apple's software engineering chief Craig Federighi, at the time. "We designed a system with the kind of GPUs that at the time we thought we needed, and that we thought we could well serve with a two GPU architecture. That that was the thermal limit we needed, or the thermal capacity we needed. But workloads didn't materialize to fit that as broadly as we hoped." So, Apple went back to the drawing board. 2019 to 2023 In December 2019, the third-generation Mac Pro arrived. As promised, it fixed many of the problems that arose with the "trash can" model. With this Mac Pro, Apple returned to a modular design with an aluminum housing that lifts off for "360-degree access" to the entire system. The computer had a "state-of-the-art thermal architecture" and eight PCI Express expansion slots. "We designed Mac Pro for users who require a modular system with extreme performance, expansion and configurability," said Schiller, in a press release at the time. "With its powerful Xeon processors, massive memory capacity, groundbreaking GPU architecture, PCIe expansion, Afterburner accelerator card and jaw-dropping design, the new Mac Pro is a monster that will enable pros to do their life's best work." This was the final Intel-based model, with up to a 28-core Xeon processor available alongside up to 1.5TB of RAM and up to an 8TB SSD. It could be configured with AMD's Radeon Pro Vega II Duo, which Apple said was the world's most powerful graphics card at the time. Other specs included four Thunderbolt 3 ports and an Apple Afterburner accelerator card that enabled playback of three streams of 8K ProRes RAW video simultaneously. In the U.S., pricing started at $5,999, which was much higher than the previous models. 2023 to 2026 In June 2023, the Mac Pro entered the Apple silicon era when it received the M2 Ultra chip. Mac Pro was the final Mac to transition from Intel to Apple silicon, much like the original Mac Pro was the final Mac to switch from PowerPC to Intel. Apple stuck with the same overall design as the previous generation, but the M2 Ultra chip with unified graphics and memory freed up a lot of internal space compared to the Intel model, resulting in a "hollow" appearance. And on the exterior, the Mac Pro gained eight Thunderbolt 4 ports, up from four Thunderbolt 3 ports previously. Other specs included up to 192GB of unified memory and up to an 8TB SSD. In the U.S., starting pricing rose to a steep $6,999. By the time the Mac Pro moved to Apple silicon, Apple had already released the Mac Studio, another desktop computer that is smaller than a Mac Pro but beefier than a Mac mini. It is currently powered by M4 Max or M3 Ultra chips, and configurations with M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips are expected to launch later this year. The primary reason to purchase the latest Mac Pro over the Mac Studio was PCI expansion, but the Mac Pro's starting price was thousands of dollars higher than the Mac Studio, so the writing was on the wall that the Mac Pro's days were probably numbered. Indeed, the Mac Pro was ultimately discontinued this week, marking the end of an era.Related Roundup: Mac ProBuyer's Guide: Mac Pro (Don't Buy)Related Forum: Mac ProThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple Now Sending Critical Security Alerts to iPhones Running iOS 17 and Earlier | MacRumors
Apple Now Sending Critical Security Alerts to iPhones Running iOS 17 and Earlier
Apple has begun pushing Lock Screen notifications to iPhones and iPads running older versions of iOS and iPadOS, warning users of active web-based attacks. The alerts, which appear as a "Critical Software" notification from the Settings app, warn that Apple "is aware of attacks targeting out-of-date iOS software, including the version on your iPhone," and urge users to install a critical update to protect their device. The notifications are being seen on devices running a range of older iOS versions, including iOS 17.0, far beyond the iOS 13 and iOS 14 devices that Apple specifically flagged in its support documentation. In the documentation, Apple highlighted recent reports about hacking tools that are effective against older versions of iOS. Hackers are using iOS exploit kits known as "Coruna" and "DarkSword," which can take advantage of vulnerabilities in iOS 13 through to iOS 17.2.1. Clicking a malicious link or visiting a compromised website on an unpatched device could result in data being stolen. "If your iPhone doesn't have the latest software, update iOS to protect your data," Apple says. Users can update by going to Settings, General, and Software Update. Apple released iOS 15.8.7 and iOS 16.7.15, along with corresponding iPadOS versions, on March 11 to address security vulnerabilities associated with the Coruna exploit kit. Devices running the latest updated versions of iOS 15 through iOS 26 are already protected, while devices on iOS 13 or iOS 14 must update to iOS 15 to receive these protections. Apple has patched the vulnerabilities as they have come to light over the last several months, so users who have already upgraded to the newest version of iOS available for their iPhone are protected from the malicious websites and links that are circulating right now. Apple Safe Browsing in Safari is enabled by default and blocks the malicious URL domains identified in the attacks. Users who are unable to update should consider enabling Lockdown Mode, if available, to protect against malicious web content. Lockdown Mode is available on iOS 16 and later.Tags: Apple Security, CybersecurityRelated Forums: iOS 17, iPadOS 17, iOS 15, iOS 16This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Best Apple Deals of the Week: Low Prices Hit AirPods Pro 3, AirTag, and More During Amazon's Big Spring Sale | MacRumors
Best Apple Deals of the Week: Low Prices Hit AirPods Pro 3, AirTag, and More During Amazon's Big Spring Sale
Amazon kicked off the Big Spring Sale this week, and with it has come big discounts across a number of Apple products. This includes all-time low prices on AirPods Pro 3, AirTag, M4 iPad Air, and more. 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. AirPods Pro 3 What's the deal? Take $49 off AirPods Pro 3 Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $49 OFFAirPods Pro 3 for $199.99 Amazon has the AirPods Pro 3 available for $199.99 this week, down from $249.00. This is a match of the all-time low price on the AirPods Pro 3, which has been rare on Amazon in recent weeks. AirTag What's the deal? Take $39 off AirTag 1 Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $39 OFFAirTag 4-Pack for $59.99 Amazon has the first generation AirTag 4-Pack on sale for $59.99 during the Big Spring Sale, down from $99.00. This is a new record low price on the first generation accessory. M4 iPad Air What's the deal? Take up to $80 off M4 iPad Air Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $40 OFF11-inch M4 iPad Air for $559.00 $50 OFF13-inch M4 iPad Air for $749.00 This month saw the launch of all of Apple's new products, and Amazon is already offering good discounts on many models of the M4 iPad Air. We're seeing up to $80 off both the 11-inch and 13-inch models, which is solid for a brand-new product. MacBook Air and MacBook Pro What's the deal? Take $49 off M5 MacBook Air and M5 Pro/M5 Max MacBook Pro Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $49 OFF13-inch M5 MacBook Air (512GB) for $1,049.99 $49 OFF15-inch M5 MacBook Air (512GB) for $1,249.99 $49 OFF16-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/1TB) for $2,649.99 $49 OFF16-inch M5 Max MacBook Pro (36GB/2TB) for $3,849.99 Similar to the M4 iPad Air, Amazon is offering multiple discounts across the new M5 MacBook Air and M5 Pro/M5 Max MacBook Pro this week. You'll find $49 off select models right now, without the need of a coupon code. Apple Watch Series 11 What's the deal? Take $100 off Apple Watch Series 11 Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (42mm GPS) for $299.00 $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (46mm GPS) for $329.00 Amazon this week has all-time low prices on the Apple Watch Series 11, with $100 discounts across numerous models of the smartwatch. We first started tracking the return of these deals last month, but this sale has now expanded with many more options on both 42mm and 46mm GPS models. If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find in 2026? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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New Apple Immersive Video of BBC Proms Concert on Apple Vision Pro | MacRumors
New Apple Immersive Video of BBC Proms Concert on Apple Vision Pro
Apple Vision Pro owners have a new Apple Immersive video available to watch from today. "Debut at the BBC Proms" is a full classical music concert filmed at the Royal Albert Hall during the 2025 Proms season, courtesy of BBC Arts. Filmed by Livewire Pictures using Blackmagic's URSA Cine Immersive cameras, the experience follows Austrian piano sensation Lukas Sternath as he takes to the stage in his BBC Proms debut, performing Edvard Grieg's Piano Concerto in A Minor with the BBC Symphony Orchestra, under chief conductor Sakari Oramo. From the BBC media center: "BBC Arts is committed to seeking out new ways for people to experience arts and culture, and to reach new audiences with our rich offering. We're grateful that Apple Vision Pro makes this innovative project possible, and to Livewire Pictures for embracing the new technology. We hope audiences are encouraged to also experience the magic of the Proms in person at the Royal Albert Hall this summer, or to follow from home on BBC iPlayer and BBC Sounds."The new immersive video experience is available now on the Apple TV app for Vision Pro.Related Roundup: Apple Vision ProBuyer's Guide: Vision Pro (Buy Now)Related Forum: Apple Vision ProThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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iPhone 18 Series: Same Bezels But Smaller Dynamic Island, Says Leaker | MacRumors
iPhone 18 Series: Same Bezels But Smaller Dynamic Island, Says Leaker
Next year's regular iPhone 18 will feature the smaller Dynamic Island rumored to be coming to the iPhone 18 Pro models this September, according to Chinese leaker Ice Universe, who has a decent track record for leaks. iPhone 18 Pro with a smaller Dynamic Island (mockup via Ice Universe) In a new post on Weibo, the leaker said the smaller Dynamic Island will be adopted across the full iPhone 18 series, while the bezels on the next-generation devices will remain identical to those on the iPhone 17 series. Going forward, Apple is planning a split-cycle launch strategy for the iPhone. Pro models will be announced in the coming fall season – likely alongside the company's first foldable iPhone – while the regular iPhone 18 will arrive early next year. One leaker has cast doubt on reports that the iPhone 18 Pro models will have a narrower Dynamic Island, but most reports do support the claim. Related Roundup: iPhone 18Tags: Dynamic Island, Ice UniverseRelated Forum: iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Google Translate Gets Gemini AI for Smarter Translations and Real-Time Headphone Translation | MacRumors
Google Translate Gets Gemini AI for Smarter Translations and Real-Time Headphone Translation
Google is improving its translation features with Gemini integration, adding AI in search and the Google Translate app. Users can expect smarter and more natural text translations, with improvements to phrases with nuanced meanings. Idioms, local expressions, and slang will be translated with Gemini for improved accuracy, and Gemini will parse context instead of giving a literal word-for-word translation. The changes are rolling out on March 26 in the Translate app for iOS and on the web, and Gemini translate works with English and nearly 20 languages like Spanish, Hindi, Chinese, German, and Japanese. Google is debuting a beta experience for real-time translations in headphones. Google says the live translation preserves the tone, emphasis, and cadence of each speaker for more natural translations. The feature can be used by putting on any headphones, opening up the Google Translate app, and tapping on "Live Translate." As of now, the beta is limited to Android users, but Google plans to expand it to iOS users later in 2026.Tags: Google, Google TranslateThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Maintenance: Zapier Tables maintenance | Zapier
Maintenance: Zapier Tables maintenance
Status: ScheduledDuring this Tables maintenance window, some users may experience slowness when creating new Tables, and/or encounter temporary 500 (Internal Server) errors while navigating to Zapier Tables pages. We anticipate minimal disruption, of up to 1 minute.Affected components Tables (Under maintenance)
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Maintenance: Zapier Tables maintenance | Zapier
Maintenance: Zapier Tables maintenance
Status: ScheduledDuring this Tables maintenance window, some users may experience slowness when creating new Tables, and/or encounter temporary 500 (Internal Server) errors while navigating to Zapier Tables pages. We anticipate minimal disruption, of up to 1 minute.Affected components Tables (Under maintenance)
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03:53 pm
PIT (Pittsburgh) on 2026-04-06 | CloudFlare
PIT (Pittsburgh) on 2026-04-06
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Apr 6, 08:00 - 12:00 UTCApr 2, 15:52 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in PIT (Pittsburgh) datacenter on 2026-04-06 between 08:00 and 12:00 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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AMS (Amsterdam) on 2026-04-14 | CloudFlare
AMS (Amsterdam) on 2026-04-14
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Apr 14, 23:30 UTC - Apr 15, 06:00 UTCApr 2, 15:38 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in AMS (Amsterdam) datacenter between 2026-04-14 23:30 and 2026-04-15 06:00 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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POA (Porto Alegre) on 2026-04-06 | CloudFlare
POA (Porto Alegre) on 2026-04-06
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Apr 6, 08:00 - 12:00 UTCApr 2, 14:30 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in POA (Porto Alegre) datacenter on 2026-04-06 between 08:00 and 12:00 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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France Voice Carrier Partner Maintenance – LEGOS | Twilio
France Voice Carrier Partner Maintenance – LEGOS
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Apr 8, 13:00 - 16:00 PDTApr 2, 07:24 PDTScheduled - The LEGOS network in France is conducting a planned maintenance from 08 April 2026 at 13:00 PDT until 08 April 2026 at 16:00 PDT. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent call disconnects or call failures from and to Twilio France phone numbers.
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AMS (Amsterdam) on 2026-04-13 | CloudFlare
AMS (Amsterdam) on 2026-04-13
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Apr 13, 23:30 UTC - Apr 14, 06:00 UTCApr 2, 13:54 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in AMS (Amsterdam) datacenter between 2026-04-13 23:30 and 2026-04-14 06:00 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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United States SMS Carrier Maintenance – Verizon | Twilio
United States SMS Carrier Maintenance – Verizon
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Apr 7, 21:00 PDT - Apr 8, 02:00 PDTApr 2, 07:01 PDTScheduled - The Verizon network in the United States is conducting a planned maintenance from 07 April 2026 at 21:00 PDT until 08 April 2026 at 02:00 PDT. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to and from Verizon United States handsets.
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France SMS Carrier Maintenance – LEGOS | Twilio
France SMS Carrier Maintenance – LEGOS
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Apr 8, 13:00 - 16:00 PDTApr 2, 07:03 PDTScheduled - The LEGOS network in France is conducting a planned maintenance from 08 April 2026 at 13:00 PDT until 08 April 2026 at 16:00 PDT. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to and from LEGOS France handsets.
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Germany SMS Carrier Maintenance – O2 | Twilio
Germany SMS Carrier Maintenance – O2
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Apr 7, 22:00 PDT - Apr 8, 06:00 PDTApr 2, 05:36 PDTScheduled - The O2 network in Germany is conducting a planned maintenance from 07 April 2026 at 22:00 PDT until 08 April 2026 at 06:00 PDT. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to and from O2 Germany handsets.
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Cache Purging Delays | CloudFlare
Cache Purging Delays
Apr 2, 12:43 UTCUpdate - We are continuing to investigate this issue.Apr 2, 12:41 UTCInvestigating - Cloudflare single-file cache purging (purge by URL) called via the Dashboard/API are delayed. We are working to resolve this issue as soon as possible. Until then you may use the Purge Everything feature but do be aware it may cause a surge in traffic to your origin server(s). More updates to follow.
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Issues with creating Managed Rules exceptions via the Cloudflare Dashboard | CloudFlare
Issues with creating Managed Rules exceptions via the Cloudflare Dashboard
Apr 2, 12:42 UTCInvestigating - Cloudflare is investigating issues with creating Managed Rules exceptions via the Cloudflare Dashboard. These issues do not affect the Cloudflare API, serving of cached files via the Cloudflare CDN or other security features at the Cloudflare Edge. Customers using the Dashboard to make these changes are impacted as requests might fail and/or errors may be displayed.
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Zapier Agents – Adding a knowledge source modal is stuck on a loading spinner | Zapier
Zapier Agents – Adding a knowledge source modal is stuck on a loading spinner
Status: MonitoringRoot cause identified. We'll be reverting a recent deployment. Which should fix the issue.Affected components Agents (Degraded performance)
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United States SMS Carrier Maintenance – Verizon | Twilio
United States SMS Carrier Maintenance – Verizon
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Apr 8, 21:00 PDT - Apr 9, 02:00 PDTApr 2, 03:17 PDTScheduled - The Verizon network in the United States is conducting a planned maintenance from 08 April 2026 at 21:00 PDT until 09 April 2026 at 02:00 PDT. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to and from Verizon United States handsets.
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United Kingdom Account Security Carrier Partner Maintenance – Vodafone | Twilio
United Kingdom Account Security Carrier Partner Maintenance – Vodafone
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Apr 4, 13:15 - 19:45 PDTApr 2, 03:14 PDTScheduled - Our carrier partner Vodafone United Kingdom is conducting a planned maintenance from 04 April 2026 at 13:15 PDT until 04 April 2026 at 19:45 PDT. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent API request failures for Vodafone United Kingdom customers.Impacted Products: Lookup Identity Match, Lookup SIM Swap, Legacy Identity MatchAndAttributes
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