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Apple Health VP Sumbul Ahmad Desai to Keynote at HIMSS26

The HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition has announced that Sumbul Ahmad Desai, MD, Vice President, Health and Fitness, Apple and Clinical Associate Professor, Stanford University, will keynote HIMSS26, March 9–12 at the Venetian Convention & Expo...

The U.S. ranks 28th globally for AI adoption

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News items you should check out: February 23

Since I can’t cover everything, here are some recommended articles from other websites. ° From MacRumors: Apple tested color options for the 2022 MacBook Air redesign that are said to be similar to the finishes planned for its forthcoming low-cost MacBook. ° From...

Former Apple designer shows what a proposed ‘iPod retro’ would look like

Jon Stoa, a former Apple designer has reveals what a special edition “iPod retro” would look like, reports Macworld. The proposed device would have featured a beige finish, rainbow Apple logo, preloaded 80s music videos, and classic arcade games like Pac-Man, the...

Second season of ‘The Last Thing He Told Me’ debuts today on Apple TV

The second season of “The Last Thing He Told Me” debuts today on Apple TV. The series stars and is executive produced by Jennifer Garner, with returning stars Angourie Rice, David Morse and Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, and new additions Judy Greer and Rita Wilson. The...

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Apple patent filing involves a ‘voice trigger’ for a digital assistant such as Siri

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Need an iPhone more expensive than a Pro Max? How about an iPhone Ultra?

In the latest edition of his Power On newsletter, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, says Apple’s plan to draw a greater distinction between the Pro and Pro Max has spurred speculation that the company will opt for a new top-end brand: the Ultra. From his report:...

Don’t expect an updated Mac Studio in the near future

In the latest edition of his Power On newsletter, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman says he doesn’t anticipate a new version of the Mac Studio in the near future as the company focuses on the new Mac Pro. From the newsletter: I wouldn’t anticipate the introduction of a Mac...

It’s time for an iMac with a ProMotion display

Display Supply Chain Consultants (DSCC) analyst Ross Young predicts that Apple is planning to launch an external monitor with a 27-inch mini-LED display in the first quarter of 2023. How about an iMac with such a display? Such a ProMotion screen would be great for...

Apple pulls Damus, a Twitter alternative, from its China app store at the government’s demand

Apple has been accused of capitulating to demands from China’s government before, and it appears that it’s done so again. The tech giant has pulled Damus, one of the fastest growing alternatives to Twitter, from the App Store in China, with the developers being...

Apple wants Siri to better handle speech interpretation based on a user’s gaze, other speakers present, etc.

Apple has filed for a patent (number 20230035941 A1) for “speech interpretation based on environmental context.” It involves enhanced functionality for Siri. About the patent filing In the patent filing, Apple notes that intelligent automated assistants (or digital...

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Monday March 02
06:30 pm
iPhone 17e vs iPhone 16e: Five key upgrades | 9 to 5 Mac
iPhone 17e vs iPhone 16e: Five key upgrades
Apple just flipped the script and updated its entry-level iPhone after just one year. Here’s everything that’s new between the just-announced iPhone 17e and last year’s iPhone 16e. more…
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06:24 pm
HBO Max and Paramount+ to merge into one streaming service | Mac Daily News
HBO Max and Paramount+ to merge into one streaming service
Paramount CEO David Ellison announced on a Monday investor conference call that Paramount+ and HBO Max would merge into a single… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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06:20 pm
M4 iPad Air vs M3 iPad Air: Here’s everything new | 9 to 5 Mac
M4 iPad Air vs M3 iPad Air: Here’s everything new
Apple launched a new iPad Air today featuring an M4 chip. It has a lot in common with its predecessor, but some key upgrades too. Here’s everything new with the M4 iPad Air compared to last year’s M3 iPad Air. more…
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06:09 pm
Apple releases beta 3 for iPadOS 26.4, watchOS 26.4, and more | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple releases beta 3 for iPadOS 26.4, watchOS 26.4, and more
Apple has just released a new lineup of beta software, with developer beta 3 arriving for iPadOS 26.4, watchOS 26.4, visionOS 26.4, and more more…
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06:08 pm
Apple releases iOS 26.4 beta 3 for iPhone with upcoming features | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple releases iOS 26.4 beta 3 for iPhone with upcoming features
Apple has released the third iOS 26.4 beta version for iPhone. iOS 26.4 includes a number of exciting new features and changes, including AI-powered Apple Music updates. more…
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05:33 pm
Apple’s March announcements aren’t even close to done | Macworld
Apple’s March announcements aren’t even close to done
Macworld Last week Apple boss Tim Cook promised this would be a “big week” of product announcements, and the company has wasted no time in getting the ball rolling. So far today we’ve covered the iPhone 17e (pros: MagSafe and an A19 chip; cons: the MagSafe doesn’t get top charging speeds and the A19 is binned) and the 8th-gen iPad Air (different on the inside, identical on the outside), and we’re only a few hours into the week. In fact, based on leaks and sources at Apple and in its supply chain, we’ve barely scratched the surface. Last week, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman insisted that we would get at least five new products by the middle of this week, split across press releases on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. That leaves us with a minimum of three more unveilings across two more days, and potentially more. The big and surprising omission today was the next baseline iPad, which was expected to appear alongside the Air. Rumors indicate that the 12th-gen iPad will be just as workmanlike a refresh as its costlier sibling, featuring an A19 chip, Apple Intelligence, and a few minor iterative spec updates, so it isn’t clear why the company would hold it back for a later day. Has Apple got something big up its sleeve? Are we going to get a laminated screen at least? Probably not, but it’s something to watch out for. The biggest story of the week will almost certainly be Apple’s new (and arguably its first) budget MacBook. Gurman says this is the one product this week that will actually look new, which might sound harsh on the iPhone 17e and its new Soft Pink color, but should be justified by a whole range of fun finishes. The artwork on the invitation for this week’s “experience” features the Apple logo in yellow, green, and blue, so it’s a reasonable guess that several of those colors will soon be adorning an aluminum machine. More important than the color, of course, is the price, which we discuss in depth here. (Spoiler alert: it might not be quite as cheap as you hope.) And that’s only the start of the potential Mac launches coming this week. There are new MacBook Airs to release (with the M5 chip) and new MacBook Pros (with the M5 Pro and M5 Max). There could also be a new Mac Studio, and if we’re really lucky this will be accompanied by a new Studio Display. The week is still young, and Apple has lots more to tell us about. At least three more products will be announced by Wednesday, and it could be as many as six. To keep up with the hype and excitement, bookmark our March announcements live blog, which will be running all week.
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05:24 pm
New iPhone 17e Adds MagSafe to Apple’s Budget iPhone | TidBITS
New iPhone 17e Adds MagSafe to Apple’s Budget iPhone
The iPhone 17e brings MagSafe to Apple’s entry-level iPhone, doubles base-level storage to 256 GB, and adds the A19 chip, but the iPhone 17 may still be the better value.
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05:20 pm
Apple shares climb amid intensifying American and Israeli military strikes against Iran | Mac Daily News
Apple shares climb amid intensifying American and Israeli military strikes against Iran
Apple stock rose modestly today, trading up approximately 0.70% to around $266.02 as of midday market hours. This gain comes despite… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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05:16 pm
iPhone 17e is here and it solves the iPhone 16e’s biggest problem | 9 to 5 Mac
iPhone 17e is here and it solves the iPhone 16e’s biggest problem
Apple announced the iPhone 17e today with a handful of key updates, including increased base storage, the A19 chip, and the C1X modem. For me, however, one update stands out from the rest: MagSafe. more…
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05:14 pm
Hello, the iPhone 17e is actually a good buy | Macworld
Hello, the iPhone 17e is actually a good buy
Macworld Apple kicked off its product launch week this morning by unveiling the iPhone 17e and iPad Air M4. While we initially expected the company’s latest entry-level smartphone to pack relatively minor upgrades, it actually brings more than half a dozen improvements. These include a stronger, more vibrant design, an enhanced camera, MagSafe support, faster chips, and more. At the same $599 price point as its predecessor, the iPhone 17e finally feels like a well-rounded mid-ranger we can confidently recommend to budget-conscious buyers. Meaningful upgrades Arguably, the iPhone 16e’s biggest flaw was offering too little for a relatively high entry-level price. The iPhone 17e remedies the situation by maintaining the same starting price and offering several aesthetic and functional enhancements. For starters, the base model now comes with 256GB of storage rather than 128GB—essentially slashing the price by $100. More notably, the iPhone 17e finally adopts MagSafe and Qi2 support, letting you attach compatible chargers and accessories magnetically. Some of the handy add-on options include wallets, kickstands, power banks, and tripods. It’s a little slower than the iPhone 17 (15W vs 25W), but that won’t matter for the way most people will use it—either overnight or at a desk. The phone now also comes in a soft pink finish, a refreshing variant for those who want more than just black or white. The iPhone 17 still offers more options, but the new color gives the 17e a unique personality with a color that isn’t available anywhere else. MagSafe is a nice upgrade that makes the iphone 17e feel modern.Apple Other nice-to-have upgrades include support for next-generation portrait shots, enabling you to control the focus. It also gains the iPhone 17’s Ceramic Shield 2 front, which is 3x more scratch-resistant than its predecessor. That’s not to mention Apple’s C1X modem, which can double cellular speeds under certain conditions. For reference, the $699 iPhone 16 comes with only 128GB of storage, inferior Ceramic Shield, shorter battery life, slower performance, and other compromises. As such, if you don’t want to spend $799 on an iPhone 17, you’re better off sacrificing the iPhone 16’s ultra-wide camera and Dynamic Island and opting for a $599 iPhone 17e. The latest chip and OS features Many customers, especially switchers, assume that entry-level iPhones perform poorly and are prone to lag like so many Android phones. That’s far from the truth; the iPhone 17e packs Apple’s latest A19 chip, similar to that included in the flagship iPhone 17. While the “e” edition’s chipset contains one less GPU core (4 instead of 5), it will still perform everyday tasks reliably. Power users may notice a performance hit when playing intensive mobile games or editing large photos and videos, but nowhere near as laggy as similarly priced Android phones. Given that the iPhone 17e packs 2025’s A19 processor, you can expect the phone to similarly receive software updates for years to come. While Apple doesn’t publicly commit to a specific number of annual updates, it offers at least five years of OS versions and often more. This also means that it supports the full suite of iOS 26 perks, including the latest Apple Intelligence tools, iMessage additions, advanced call screening, dedicated Games app, and the fan-favorite Liquid Glass UI, and will be ready to run the new Siri when it arrives later this year. By opting for an iPhone 17e, you’re neither getting a slow phone nor missing out on any primary OS features. The iPhone 17e will get the same updates as the iPhone 17—likely through 2032.Foundry The iPhone 17 isn’t the obvious choice anymore Perhaps the most noticeable difference between the iPhone 17 and 17e is the notch instead of the Dynamic Island. That also means the 17e has a slightly less capable selfie camera without Center Stage. You still get Face ID authentication, however, along with portrait selfies and so on. In terms of screen technology, you won’t get the ProMotion 120Hz refresh rate or always-on display support. The iPhone 17 is a fantastic phone, but the iPhone 17e isn’t so far behind.Hannah Cowton-Barnes / Foundry As with the 16e, you also miss out on an ultra-wide lens for 0.5x shots and macro photography on the iPhone 17e. The cheaper phone also skips the Camera Control button, which, honestly, I haven’t used since the last time I wrote about it. The main rear camera on both phones is similar, supporting 48MP image output and 4K video. While you won’t get to shoot Action and Cinematic mode footage, regular video recording will be crisp enough for immortalizing everyday moments and posting to social media platforms. It goes without saying that by paying $200 less for the iPhone 17e, you’re losing some iPhone 17 exclusives—but are they really worth it? For someone on a budget, they’re unlikely to be dealbreakers, as the perks mostly complement the basic iPhone 17e experience. Frankly, while I appreciate having many of these on my iPhone, I don’t believe they’re worth the $200 upcharge if you’re on a tight budget. With more storage, a faster chip, and MagSafe for the same $599, the iPhone 17e is an attractive option for budget buyers, and I wouldn’t hesitate recommending one to anyone—especially if they like pink.
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05:06 pm
Apple's spring hardware refresh brings new colors for cases and accessories | AppleInsider
Apple's spring hardware refresh brings new colors for cases and accessories
Apple's accessory lineup has just received a tropical twist with the introduction of brand new spring colors for Apple Watch bands and iPhone cases.Apple's Spring 2026 color is Bright GuavaIt's spring, which means Apple has rolled out its annual spring collection for Apple Watch and iPhone accessories. This year sees the addition of a few new signature colors, including a punchy Bright Guava and a soft, off-white Vanilla.Here are all the new accessories you can purchase for your favorite Apple products. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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05:06 pm
Apple's spring hardware refresh brings new colors for cases and accessories | AppleInsider
Apple's spring hardware refresh brings new colors for cases and accessories
Apple's accessory lineup has just received a tropical twist with the introduction of brand new spring colors for Apple Watch bands and iPhone cases.Apple's Spring 2026 color is Bright GuavaIt's spring, which means Apple has rolled out its annual spring collection for Apple Watch and iPhone accessories. This year sees the addition of a few new signature colors, including a punchy Bright Guava and a soft, off-white Vanilla.Here are all the new accessories you can purchase for your favorite Apple products. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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05:06 pm
Apple's spring hardware refresh brings new colors for cases and accessories | AppleInsider
Apple's spring hardware refresh brings new colors for cases and accessories
Apple's accessory lineup has just received a tropical twist with the introduction of brand new spring colors for Apple Watch bands and iPhone cases.Apple's Spring 2026 color is Bright GuavaIt's spring, which means Apple has rolled out its annual spring collection for Apple Watch and iPhone accessories. This year sees the addition of a few new signature colors, including a punchy Bright Guava and a soft, off-white Vanilla.Here are all the new accessories you can purchase for your favorite Apple products. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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05:00 pm
Apple Introduces iPhone 17e With MagSafe and A19 | Slashdot
Apple Introduces iPhone 17e With MagSafe and A19
Apple today announced the iPhone 17e with support for MagSafe and an upgraded A19 chip. The base model also gets a bump to 256GB of storage at $599, and Apple is equipping the device with its new scratch-resistant Ceramic Shield 2 glass that's supposedly 3x more durable than the 16e. Macworld reports: MagSafe would normally mean significantly faster wireless charging speeds too: the 16e is capped at 7.5W, whereas recent iPhones can wirelessly charge using MagSafe at up to 22W or even 25W. Unfortunately the iPhone 17e has not been given access to the full extent of MagSafe's powers in this regard, and has a limit of 15W. That's the same as MagSafe on the iPhones 12 through 15, and remains an improvement on the 16e, but is still disappointing. [...] It was also expected that the 17e would get a new processor, as this is a standard upgrade for almost every refresh of almost every Apple product. The iPhone 16e came with an A18 chip; the 17 has an A19, which, according to Apple, "delivers exceptional performance for everything users do." Of course that depends on the user and their needs, and it's important to point out that, just like last year, Apple has chosen to use "binned" units of the chip in order to save money. Binned chips have failed manufacturing tests in some minor way and don't have the full complement of cores. [...] And although the cameras are still disappointingly few in number -- one on the front and one on the back -- the wording for the portrait mode has been updated from "Portrait mode with Depth Control" (the same as on the iPhone 12) to "Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control" (same as on the iPhone 17). This appears to highlight the fact that you can change the focus point. The 17e is available in white, black, and soft pink starting at $599. Read more of this story at Slashdot.
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04:57 pm
iPhone 17e vs iPhone 16e: Apple's low-end, compared | AppleInsider
iPhone 17e vs iPhone 16e: Apple's low-end, compared
The iPhone 17e is here, and it brings a performance boost and MagSafe to Apple's value-focused smartphone. Here's how it compares to its predecessor, the iPhone 16e.iPhone 17e [left], iPhone 16e [right]The iPhone 16e was introduced in February 2025 as a replacement for the iPhone SE line, becoming the budget option of the iPhone roster. There was a suspicion that Apple could turn the once-periodic iPhone SE updates into a yearly affair under the e-line, and Apple has done just that.One year later, the iPhone 17e now becomes the choice for consumers with a more limited budget. The model that provides iPhone 17-like performance but with enough money to buy accessories and other essentials of life. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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04:57 pm
iPhone 17e vs iPhone 16e: Apple's low-end, compared | AppleInsider
iPhone 17e vs iPhone 16e: Apple's low-end, compared
The iPhone 17e is here, and it brings a performance boost and MagSafe to Apple's value-focused smartphone. Here's how it compares to its predecessor, the iPhone 16e.iPhone 17e [left], iPhone 16e [right]The iPhone 16e was introduced in February 2025 as a replacement for the iPhone SE line, becoming the budget option of the iPhone roster. There was a suspicion that Apple could turn the once-periodic iPhone SE updates into a yearly affair under the e-line, and Apple has done just that.One year later, the iPhone 17e now becomes the choice for consumers with a more limited budget. The model that provides iPhone 17-like performance but with enough money to buy accessories and other essentials of life. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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04:57 pm
iPhone 17e vs iPhone 16e: Apple's low-end, compared | AppleInsider
iPhone 17e vs iPhone 16e: Apple's low-end, compared
The iPhone 17e is here, and it brings a performance boost and MagSafe to Apple's value-focused smartphone. Here's how it compares to its predecessor, the iPhone 16e.iPhone 17e [left], iPhone 16e [right]The iPhone 16e was introduced in February 2025 as a replacement for the iPhone SE line, becoming the budget option of the iPhone roster. There was a suspicion that Apple could turn the once-periodic iPhone SE updates into a yearly affair under the e-line, and Apple has done just that.One year later, the iPhone 17e now becomes the choice for consumers with a more limited budget. The model that provides iPhone 17-like performance but with enough money to buy accessories and other essentials of life. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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04:55 pm
The M3 iPad Air with 5G is $150 off | Macworld
The M3 iPad Air with 5G is $150 off
Macworld There may be a new iPad Air on Apple’s website, but you’ll need to be a detective to find what’s new. So why not get an M3 model on sale instead, like this $150 discount on the 11-inch M3 iPad Air with 5G, dropping the price from $749 to $599 and the best we’ve ever seen. This is a tablet that we really love around here, as our review stands proof. We gave it a 4-star rating and our Editors’ Choice award for its outstanding performance, the gorgeous display, and the great battery life. At the core of this model is the M3 chip, one that we found delivers a massive performance improvement over previous models, especially when handling demanding tasks. Whether you’re running more graphics-intensive games or diving into creative projects, this tablet has you covered. We also can’t forget about that gorgeous 11-inch Liquid Retina display that will make everything look beautiful with accurate colors. The iPad Air can easily turn into a workstation if you add the Apple Pencil Pro and Magic Keyboard, allowing you to write and sketch at will. And with 5G connectivity, you’ll be able to use it wherever you go without missing a beat. So don’t miss out on the chance to get this amazing tablet for a great price. We probably won’t see a discount on the M4 model for a while, so so don’t hesitate to get the iPad Air with 5G for $150 off. Buy now at Amazon
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04:46 pm
Deals: AirPods 4 ANC 35% off, all Apple Watch Series 11 models $100 off, iPad mini, iPad Air, more | 9 to 5 Mac
Deals: AirPods 4 ANC 35% off, all Apple Watch Series 11 models $100 off, iPad mini, iPad Air, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation back down at one of the lowest prices: $119 shipped (35% off). But we also have all of the standard GPS Apple Watch Series 11 case options back to all-time lows from $299 ($100 off) as well as the latest iPad mini on sale from $399 (also $100 off). Those deals join Twelve South’s upgraded 4-port PlugBug charger with Find My at the $56 Amazon all-time low and some solid deals across the M3 iPad Air lineup just after the reveal of the new M4 model. Head below for a closer look. more…
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04:26 pm
HBO Max and Paramount+ to be merged into one streaming service | 9 to 5 Mac
HBO Max and Paramount+ to be merged into one streaming service
Paramount is acquiring Warner Bros. Discovery after beating Netflix’s purchase offer, and CEO David Ellison just shared what that means for the companies’ two streaming platforms: HBO Max and Paramount+. more…
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Tuesday February 03
12:15 am
Apple Stops Signing iOS 26.2, Blocking Downgrades From iOS 26.2.1 | MacRumors
Apple Stops Signing iOS 26.2, Blocking Downgrades From iOS 26.2.1
Apple today stopped signing iOS 26.2, which means that iPhone users who have updated to iOS 26.2.1 are no longer able to downgrade to the earlier version of iOS. Apple released iOS 26.2.1 last week with support for the AirTags 2. Software "signing" means that it has passed the server-side verification check that Apple performs when a user downloads a new version of iOS on an ‌iPhone‌. An update can't be installed unless it passes the verification check. Apple does not show users earlier versions of iOS once an upgrade has come out, but when software is still signed, it is possible to downgrade using the macOS Finder on a Mac or the Apple Devices app on a Windows PC. Until today, users would have been able to downgrade from iOS 26.2.1 to iOS 26.2 if desired for some reason. Unsigning software prevents Apple customers from installing outdated, less secure versions of iOS, and Apple typically stops signing an update a week or so after new software comes out. Apple has also stopped signing several older versions of iOS provided for devices unable to update to iOS 26, including iOS 12.5.7, iOS 15.8.5, iOS 16.7.12, and iOS 18.7.3. iOS 12.5.8, iOS 15.8.6, and iOS 18.7.4 were released last week, while an updated version of iOS 16 came out today.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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12:11 am
Apple Releases Safari Technology Preview 236 With Bug Fixes and Performance Improvements | MacRumors
Apple Releases Safari Technology Preview 236 With Bug Fixes and Performance Improvements
Apple today released a new update for Safari Technology Preview, the experimental browser that was first introduced in March 2016. Apple designed ‌Safari Technology Preview‌ to allow users to test features that are planned for future release versions of the Safari browser. ‌Safari Technology Preview‌ 236 includes fixes and updates for CSS, Forms, HTML, Images, Media, Rendering, SVG, Web API, and WebRTC. The current ‌Safari Technology Preview‌ release is compatible with machines running macOS Sequoia and macOS Tahoe, the newest version of macOS. The ‌Safari Technology Preview‌ update is available through the Software Update mechanism in System Preferences or System Settings to anyone who has downloaded the browser from Apple’s website. Complete release notes for the update are available on the Safari Technology Preview website. Apple’s aim with ‌Safari Technology Preview‌ is to gather feedback from developers and users on its browser development process. ‌Safari Technology Preview‌ can run side-by-side with the existing Safari browser and while it is designed for developers, it does not require a developer account to download and use.Tag: Safari Technology PreviewThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Monday February 02
11:46 pm
Firefox Getting New Controls to Turn Off AI Features | MacRumors
Firefox Getting New Controls to Turn Off AI Features
The Firefox browser is gaining options to turn off AI enhancements, Mozilla said today. Firefox users who prefer to browse without artificial intelligence will be able to turn off several AI features that Mozilla has added over the last several months. Here's what can be disabled: Translations, which help you browse the web in your preferred language. Alt text in PDFs, which add accessibility descriptions to images in PDF pages. AI-enhanced tab grouping, which suggests related tabs and group names. Link previews, which show key points before you open a link. AI chatbot in the sidebar, which lets you use your chosen chatbot as you browse, including options like Anthropic Claude, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini and Le Chat Mistral. The AI features can be disabled entirely or individually, so users can pick and choose what they want to use. Users will be able to continue to opt out of AI features as they are added in the browser, and the main Block AI Enhancements toggle will disable all current and future AI features, including pop-ups or reminders to use existing or upcoming AI features. Mozilla says that it wants to be able to continue to build AI options for those who want them, while also giving those who don't a way to disable them. AI controls will be added in Firefox 148, which is set to start rolling out to users on February 24.Tag: FirefoxThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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09:25 pm
AirTag 2 Hands-On: What's New and Should You Upgrade? | MacRumors
AirTag 2 Hands-On: What's New and Should You Upgrade?
Apple just released the second-generation AirTag, five years after the original model debuted. There's been a lot of time for Apple to come up with improvements, so we thought we'd test out the new model to see what's changed, and whether it's worth upgrading from the first-generation ‌AirTag‌. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. Unfortunately, Apple didn't update the design of the ‌AirTag‌ 2, so it looks almost identical to the original model. The only thing that's changed is the text on the back, which is now in caps and includes wording about the IP67 waterproofing, and that doesn't count as any kind of design change. It would have been nice to have different design options or a rechargeable battery, but the ‌AirTag‌ is the same coin shape and it still uses CR2032 batteries. Apple didn't mention anything about battery life improvements, so the ‌AirTag‌ 2 still lasts about a year before you need to swap it out. While there aren't external updates, Apple did boost connectivity. The ‌AirTag‌ 2 uses an upgraded version of Bluetooth and it has a second-generation Ultra Wideband (UWB) chip, so it can be tracked from further away over Bluetooth, and the close-range Precision Finding feature works over longer distances. According to Apple, Precision Finding works from up to 50 percent further away, so when you lose your ‌AirTag‌ indoors or are close to it, a UWB-enabled iPhone (the ‌iPhone‌ 11 and later) can lead you right to it. Apple also enabled Precision Finding on the Apple Watch Series 9 and later and the Apple Watch Ultra 2 and later, which is super useful. You can't use an Apple Watch to locate an original ‌AirTag‌ nearby, and it's probably the best addition to the second-generation version. You can even add a quick access toggle for Precision Finding to the Apple Watch for instant access to tracking down an ‌AirTag‌ without digging through menus. It's a much more natural way to find your items. In our testing, Precision Finding on the Apple Watch worked reliably, tracking down an ‌AirTag‌ indoors even with walls and furniture in the way. The interface is the same as the Precision Finding interface on ‌iPhone‌, just scaled down to an Apple Watch size. You'll get a directional arrow and distance to help you accurately track down the ‌AirTag‌. When pitting the original ‌AirTag‌ against the ‌AirTag‌ 2 with ‌iPhone‌ Precision Finding, the ‌AirTag‌ 2 was clearly superior. Both AirTags were tucked inside a backpack, and placed out of line of sight. The original ‌AirTag‌ had a hard time with walls and objects, and required us to be closer to the backpack to get a connection. The ‌AirTag‌ 2 picked up signal from much further away, and kept the signal as we walked toward the backpack. It even worked with the ‌AirTag‌ 2 on a different floor, and kept its connection in a large office building. Apple also updated the internals of the ‌AirTag‌ 2 to upgrade the sound, and it is noticeably louder. It is a pretty big improvement in audibility, and you will notice the difference between the two. The sound is sharper and easier to pinpoint, and it is much less likely to blend into background noise. It makes it easier to find items, but it also improves the ‌AirTag‌ 2's anti-stalking capabilities. It's harder to tuck an ‌AirTag‌ away and mute its sound, and Apple also made the speaker module more difficult to remove with additional adhesive. The ‌AirTag‌ 2 is still priced at $29, with Apple offering a pack of four for $99, so it's a solid deal, especially with the tracking improvements. For most people, it's probably not worth upgrading to an ‌AirTag‌ 2 if you already have an original ‌AirTag‌, but if you're someone that heavily relies on AirTags on a regular basis, it could be a good idea to pick up a couple of the second-generation versions.Related Roundup: AirTagThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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09:14 pm
Anker's New 3-in-1 MagSafe Charger With 25W Qi2.2 Fast Charging is Now Available for $120 | MacRumors
Anker's New 3-in-1 MagSafe Charger With 25W Qi2.2 Fast Charging is Now Available for $120
Anker today launched its latest charger for the iPhone, the Anker Prime Wireless Charging Station. It's a 3-in-1 charger that can charge an ‌iPhone‌ at up to 25W, fast charge an ‌iPhone‌, and charge AirPods, too. The Prime 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. The iPhone 16 and iPhone 17 models are able to fast charge with the Prime Wireless Charging Station, and can get up to a 50 percent charge within 30 minutes. We were able to test the Prime Wireless Charging Station ahead of launch, and it did indeed charge an iPhone 17 Pro Max from dead to 46 percent in a 30-minute period as promised. Wireless charging speeds can vary based on charge level, temperature, and other factors, but the Prime Wireless Charging Station is able to match Apple's native ‌iPhone 17‌ ‌MagSafe‌ charging options. Charging speeds are steady thanks to an active "AirCool" feature that keeps the ‌iPhone‌ cool while it's charging. It's meant to ensure the ‌iPhone‌ is below 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit while it's on the charger, and the ‌iPhone 17 Pro‌ Max did feel slightly cooler than when charging with a standard ‌MagSafe‌ charger. The included cooling system is close to inaudible with a tiny fan embedded at the back and a vent at the top, so it's suitable for use on a nightstand or desktop. It's not clear if the active cooling makes a major difference in all circumstances since we have also been able to get a similar charge in a similar time period with Apple's ‌MagSafe‌ charger, but it could be a useful feature in hotter conditions. The room we tested in was around 68F, while Anker's testing conditions were at 77F. Anker's site suggests the active cooling allows an ‌iPhone 17‌ to charge 24 percent faster with 30 percent less heat buildup. Anker says the cooling option is also meant to preserve battery health and maintain safety, which is worth considering. Apple Watches that support fast charging are able to charge at maximum speed, and there is enough power for the AirPods or AirPods Pro. There is a tappable LED for controlling the AirCool feature, which you can tap to turn it on or off. The LED turns blue when the AirCool feature is on, or white when it's off. It'll also turn orange if you connect an incompatible adapter that's below 45W, which is helpful. If you're wanting to use the Prime Wireless Charging Station on your nightstand, you'll be glad to hear that the LEDs turn off after a few seconds so there is no annoying light at night. The Prime Wireless Charging Station takes up minimal space, thanks to a folding design. The ‌iPhone‌ charges in an upright position with support for StandBy mode, while the pop-up Apple Watch charger is positioned behind with the AirPods charging platform underneath. The Apple Watch charger folds down into the ‌iPhone‌ charger with a hinge that feels durable, and you can press to pop it out. For charging the AirPods, there is an anti-slip pad that has a little AirPods icon for ideal alignment. The whole thing folds down into a small, palm-sized package that's ideal for travel, measuring in at 3.8 inches by 2.4 inches by 1.2 inches. It's surprisingly light for what it is, similar in weight to the ‌iPhone 17 Pro‌ Max that we tested it with. You can use the ‌iPhone‌ charger with the Charging Station folded up, but you'll need to open it all the way to get to the Apple Watch and AirPods chargers. The ‌iPhone‌ charging portion works as a stand, and you can change the angle from 0 to 60 degrees without the weight of the ‌iPhone‌ collapsing it down. It works well for watching videos or for FaceTime calls. Anker includes a 45W power adapter that's needed to get the maximum charging speeds, along with a standard 5-foot USB-C to USB-C cable, which means the charger is ready to go out of the box. It would have been nice to have an integrated cable of some kind to really boost the travel-friendly design, but it's still a compact design that's easy to tuck into a backpack or suitcase. It also looks slick with a gray aluminum design, black magnetic charging surface for the ‌iPhone‌ and AirPods, and matching stabilizing feet at the bottom. The Apple Watch charger is a Made for Apple Watch design, so it's in white. Anker's charger is designed for the latest ‌iPhone 16‌ and ‌iPhone 17‌ models, but it is backwards compatible with all ‌iPhone‌ models, and it also works with all Apple Watch models and all AirPods models. As with all magnetic chargers, if you want to use the charging station with an ‌iPhone‌ case, you'll need a MagSafe-compatible case. The Prime Wireless Charging Station can be purchased from Amazon or from the Anker website for $120 thanks to a 20 percent launch discount. The price will go up to $150 after the launch promotion.Tag: AnkerThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple's Beautiful Store in Barcelona Will Be Temporarily Closed Soon | MacRumors
Apple's Beautiful Store in Barcelona Will Be Temporarily Closed Soon
Apple's impressive Passeig de Gràcia store in the heart of Barcelona, Spain will be temporarily closed for unspecified improvements starting Saturday, February 14 at 8 p.m. local time, according to the store's official page. Apple Passeig de Gràcia The extent of renovations that will be completed remains to be seen, and Apple has not indicated when the store will reopen to the public. Apple Passeig de Gràcia first opened in 2012, and it is one of the company's flagship retail locations. The store is on one of the most popular avenues in Barcelona, inside a historic former bank building with a stunning stone facade. Apple has another store in Barcelona at the Westfield La Maquinista shopping mall. Thanks, Filip Chudzinski!Tag: Apple StoreThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple Releases iOS 16.7.14 to Address iPhone X and iPhone 8 Emergency Call Issue in Australia | MacRumors
Apple Releases iOS 16.7.14 to Address iPhone X and iPhone 8 Emergency Call Issue in Australia
Apple today released iOS 16.7.14 to address an iOS 16.7.13 issue that caused some older iPhones in Australia to be unable to connect to emergency services. The update is available for the iPhone 8, ‌iPhone‌ 8 Plus, and ‌iPhone‌ X models, and it will allow these devices to place calls to emergency services in Australia. Apple's release notes say that iOS 16.7.14 fixes a mobile network problem that prevented emergency calls. After Apple released iOS 16.7.13 last week, it became clear that the software interfered with the emergency call situation in Australia, which has been a problem since December. Apple pulled the update, but not until some people had already downloaded it. Last Thursday, Apple released a carrier settings update for Telstra customers in Australia that temporarily fixed the issue by adjusting network-related settings. Australian mobile network operators have been improving support for emergency calling on their networks, which has led to some older iPhones being unable to connect to emergency services in some situations. Apple has been pushing new software to address the issue, including the recent iOS 26.2.1 update. iOS 16.7.4 can be downloaded by opening up the Settings app on the ‌iPhone‌ and going to Settings > General > Software Update. There is also an iPadOS 16.7.14 update available for older iPads.Tag: AustraliaThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple Releases macOS 11, watchOS 10, and watchOS 9 Updates to Keep iMessage and FaceTime Working on Older Devices | MacRumors
Apple Releases macOS 11, watchOS 10, and watchOS 9 Updates to Keep iMessage and FaceTime Working on Older Devices
Apple today released macOS 11.7.11, watchOS 10.6.2, and watchOS 9.6.4 for older Macs and Apple Watches that are not able to run the current watchOS and macOS 26. According to Apple's release notes, the updates extend the certificate that features like device activation, iMessage, and FaceTime use. The certificate update ensures that these functions will continue to work after January 2027. On the Mac, the update can be installed through the Settings app, while on the Apple Watch, the updates can be installed through the Apple Watch app on iPhone. watchOS 9.6.4 and the update that preceded it are the final versions of watchOS that support devices like the ‌iPhone‌ 8, ‌iPhone‌ 8 Plus, and ‌iPhone‌ X, which are limited to iOS 16 and cannot be updated to iOS 17. watchOS 10.6.2 is available for the Apple Watch Series 4, Apple Watch Series 5, and the original Apple Watch SE. Update: Apple has also released macOS Catalina Security Update 2026-001 and watchOS 6.3.1 for older devices. This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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05:45 pm
Will Apple Raise iPhone Prices Due to Skyrocketing Memory Chip Prices? | MacRumors
Will Apple Raise iPhone Prices Due to Skyrocketing Memory Chip Prices?
There has been a lot of discussion lately about skyrocketing memory chip prices, and how that might impact the iPhone and other Apple devices. For those who are not caught up to speed, prices for both DRAM and NAND storage chips have been surging lately due to increased demand from companies building out AI servers. Nvidia has reportedly surpassed Apple as chipmaker TSMC's biggest customer as a result of this boom, despite record-breaking iPhone sales last quarter. The demand for memory chips for AI servers is so high right now that reports have indicated that chipmakers such as TSMC, Samsung, and SK Hynix cannot keep up with supply despite operating at or near full capacity. This supply-demand imbalance is allowing for chipmakers to raise prices for memory chips, with Taiwanese research firm TrendForce today estimating that conventional DRAM and NAND contract prices could rise up to 90–95% and up to 55-60% this quarter, respectively, compared to last quarter. Apple surely still has plenty of leverage as one of the world's largest consumer electronics makers, but it is not entirely immune to the pricing situation. On an earnings call last week, Apple CEO Tim Cook acknowledged that the rising chip prices will have a "bit more of an impact" on the company's gross margin in the current quarter. Nevertheless, Apple forecasted that its revenue will rise 13% to 16% in the quarter on a year-over-year basis, so the company still expects growth. Cook said Apple "will look at a range of options to deal with" the rising prices, if necessary, but he did not mention any specific plans. While the situation is rapidly evolving, it seems unlikely for now that one of those measures would be raising iPhone prices, for a few reasons. First, Apple forecasted that its overall gross margin will remain strong at 48% to 49% in the current quarter, so the company is managing for now. Second, Taiwanese supply chain publication DigiTimes today reported that some suppliers expect Apple to intensify its cost-cutting demands going forward. It is unclear if this refers to DRAM and NAND chip suppliers, or if Apple will try to negotiate more favorable deals with suppliers of other components to offset the impact. Apple has historically been extremely sensitive about passing on price increases to customers, and it is known to have excellent supply chain management. In line with that, supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo recently said that Apple's current plan for the iPhone 18 Pro models later this year is to "avoid raising prices as much as possible." He predicted that Apple will "at least keep the starting price flat," suggesting that iPhone 18 Pro models will not cost more than iPhone 17 Pro models. Related Reading: Apple May Break a 10-Year Chip StrategyTags: DigiTimes, TrendForceThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Sonos Super Bowl Sale Offering Up to 20% Off Select Audio Devices | MacRumors
Sonos Super Bowl Sale Offering Up to 20% Off Select Audio Devices
Sonos this week kicked off a new home theater equipment sale, with big discounts aimed at anyone preparing for a Super Bowl party. This sale includes deals on Sonos smart speakers, sound bars, subwoofers, and more. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Sonos. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. One highlight of the event is the Sonos Arc Ultra Soundbar at $899, down from $1,099, which matches the all-time low price we saw over last holiday season. For a cheaper soundbar, you can get the second generation Beam for $369, down from $499. UP TO 20% OFFSonos Super Bowl Sale Additionally, the new Sonos sale has a few bundle deals, which combine a few different home audio devices at one discounted price. This includes the 2 Room Set with Era 100 for $358 ($80 off), Premium Entertainment Set with Arc Ultra for $1,599 ($399 off), and more. Arc Ultra Soundbar - $899, down from $1,099 Beam (Gen 2) Soundbar - $369, down from $499 Era 100 Speaker - $179, down from $219 Era 300 Speaker - $379, down from $479 Sub Mini - $399, down from $499 Sub 4 - $759, down from $899 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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03:19 pm
First Foldable iPhone Design Details Revealed | MacRumors
First Foldable iPhone Design Details Revealed
Apple's first foldable iPhone will feature relocated volume buttons, an all-black camera plateau, a smaller Dynamic Island, and more, according to design leaks from a known Weibo leaker. The user known as "Instant Digital" today claimed to share several key details about the design of the foldable ‌iPhone‌: The volume buttons will be located on the top edge of the device, aligned to the right, similar to the iPad mini. The Touch ID power button and Camera Control continue to be located on the right edge of the device, just like other recent iPhones. The left side of the device is smooth and does not have any buttons. The front-facing cameras feature a single punch-hole design, resulting in a smaller ‌Dynamic Island‌. The back left of the device features an ‌iPhone‌ Air-style camera plateau, containing two horizontally arranged cameras, the microphone, and the flash. Unlike the iPhone Air, the camera plateau appears to be completely black and not match the color of the device's body. The only "confirmed" color option is said to be white, but a single additional color is expected to be available upon launch, giving customers just two choices. The motherboard is apparently located on the right side of the device. As to not run cables across the screen to the left side for the volume buttons (where they are located on all other ‌iPhone‌ models), Apple is said to have decided to run them directly upwards, which maximizes internal space. The internal structure purportedly features an innovative stacked design, with the space being almost entirely dedicated to the display and battery. It is also said to feature the biggest battery ever used in an ‌iPhone‌. Instant Digital has a good track record for Apple rumors and has provided some strikingly accurate information, such as the imminent launch of 2023's Yellow iPhone 14, the frosted back glass of the ‌iPhone‌ 15 and ‌iPhone‌ 15 Plus, the Apple Watch Series 9 as a minor refresh, spatial video capture on the ‌iPhone‌ 15 Pro, the iPad Air and iPad Pro's move to a landscape front-facing camera, the M4 ‌iPad Pro‌'s nano-texture display option, the iPhone 16 Pro's battery capacities, and continued Apple Watch band compatibility through the Apple Watch Series 10. For the iPhone 17 Pro alone, the leaker reported the device's 256GB base storage configuration and its improved telephoto camera, as well as its improved battery life, thermal design, and display brightness. As a result, their reports are worth taking seriously. Other rumors suggest that Apple's first foldable ‌iPhone‌ will feature a 7.8-inch crease-free inner display, a 5.5-inch cover display, ‌Touch ID‌, two rear cameras, the A20 chip, and the "C2" modem. It is expected to launch alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro Max later this year.Tags: Foldable iPhone, Instant DigitalThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Get $99 Off iPad Mini 7 on Amazon, Starting at $399.99 | MacRumors
Get $99 Off iPad Mini 7 on Amazon, Starting at $399.99
Amazon today has brought back a few $99 discounts on the iPad mini 7, starting at $399.99 for the 128GB Wi-Fi tablet, down from $499.00. This is only the second time in 2026 that we've seen prices this low on the iPad mini 7 on Amazon. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. Additionally, you can get the 256GB Wi-Fi iPad mini 7 for $499.99 and the 512GB Wi-Fi iPad mini 7 for $699.99, both $100 discounts and available in multiple colors. These sales are all solid second-best prices on the iPad mini 7. $99 OFF128GB Wi-Fi iPad mini 7 for $399.99 $99 OFF256GB Wi-Fi iPad mini 7 for $499.99 $99 OFF512GB Wi-Fi iPad mini 7 for $699.99 Additionally, you can pair a new iPad mini with the Apple Pencil Pro for $94.99 on sale right now on Amazon, down from $129.00. If you're shopping for a cellular model of the iPad mini, only Best Buy has $100 discounts on these models at this time. $34 OFFApple Pencil Pro for $94.99 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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Apple Vision Pro Launched Two Years Ago Today | MacRumors
Apple Vision Pro Launched Two Years Ago Today
Apple's original Vision Pro spatial computing headset launched two years ago today. Apple's work on a head-mounted device was the subject of rumors for many years before the Vision Pro's announcement. By the early 2020s, those reports had converged around the idea that Apple was preparing a high-end mixed-reality headset positioned as a new form of general-purpose computer. Apple finally revealed the Apple Vision Pro in June 2023 during its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), marking the company's first major new hardware platform announcement since the Apple Watch. In its initial announcement, Apple described Vision Pro as its first "spatial computer," introducing visionOS, a new operating system designed around three-dimensional app windows controlled by eye tracking, hand gestures, and voice input. The device combined dual micro-OLED displays with a total of roughly 23 million pixels, advanced sensor arrays, and custom silicon, including the M2 chip and a dedicated R1 chip for real-time sensor processing. Apple also announced a starting price of $3,499 in the United States and said the product would launch in early 2024. The Vision Pro launched in the United States on February 2, 2024. Initial reviews broadly praised the visual quality, eye- and hand-tracking accuracy, and technical ambition of the product, while also noting its high price, physical weight, limited battery life, and a comparatively small library of software designed specifically for spatial computing. Following the launch, Apple gradually expanded Vision Pro availability to additional countries and continued to update visionOS with new features in 2024 and 2025. The headset was never expected to be mass-market from day one, according to Apple. Even so, enthusiasm reportedly cooled far faster than anticipated. The latest report on the matter was published earlier this month by the Financial Times, claiming that the Vision Pro is still failing to catch on. Roughly a year and a half after the initial release, Apple introduced an updated Vision Pro model featuring the M5 chip, representing the first hardware revision of the device. The M5 chip enabled 10% more rendered pixels, a refresh rate of up to 120Hz, better responsiveness, and up to an extra hour of battery life. Apple also introduced a counterweighted Dual Knit Band designed to improve comfort. Reports suggest that there are now no Apple Vision headsets in active development, with the company's focus pivoting decisively to smart glasses. Soon after launch, Apple was believed to have shifted focus to a lower-cost "Vision Air," designed to bring spatial computing to a wider audience through a lighter and cheaper headset, while also planning a redesigned Vision Pro 2 for later in the decade. By mid-2024, that plan appeared to change and the company's once-ambitious multi-year roadmap for the Vision Pro is said to have unraveled. A report from The Information said Apple had suspended development of the redesigned Vision Pro, redirecting resources toward the cheaper model, which itself later slipped amid cost and design challenges. Supply-chain reports suggested Apple was winding down production of the first-generation Vision Pro due to weak demand and excess inventory, with the company pivoting to a chip refresh to use up stockpiled components. A year later, Bloomberg reported that Apple also paused work on the lower-cost headset, shifting its focus toward smart glasses, potentially leaving no next-generation headset hardware in active development.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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12:03 pm
Apple's Smart Glasses Plans Already Triggering Industry Changes | MacRumors
Apple's Smart Glasses Plans Already Triggering Industry Changes
Apple's rumored plan to enter the smart glasses market by late 2026 is already reshaping the global AR optics supply chain, according to DigiTimes. According to the paywalled report, demand for smart glasses from the likes of Meta is rising steadily, but the industry now expects Apple's equivalent product to act as the primary catalyst for large-scale commercialization. Multiple suppliers across Taiwan's optical sector have apparently increased capital expenditure to expand capacity and shift research priorities toward AR technologies, citing Apple's expected requirements. For example, Kinko Optical has positioned itself as a key supplier by opening a new AR, VR, and MR research center, backed by an investment of about $5.6 million. Kinko is currently the only Taiwanese company developing both nanoimprint optical waveguides and optical engines at the same time, technologies that are essential to modern AR glasses designs. Joint development projects with clients are expected to begin in 2026, aligning with the rumored launch timelines of major new products from brands like Apple. Other Taiwanese suppliers are moving in the same direction. Asia Optical is accelerating development of AR, VR, and metalens products and has partnered with Singapore-based MetaOptics to co-develop metalens technology. JMO Corp. has already entered AR glasses supply chains, while Aiimax Innovation has completed metalens samples now undergoing brand certification. Samsung has already announced plans to launch AR glasses in 2026, while Apple is expected to introduce its first smart glasses by the end of the year. Apple's entry is expected to increase volumes, stabilize supply chains, and lower component costs, prompting Taiwanese suppliers to position themselves more aggressively as the market for smart glasses expands.Tags: Apple Glasses, Apple Smart Glasses, DigiTimesThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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03:53 am
Apple May Break a 12-Year Chip Strategy | MacRumors
Apple May Break a 12-Year Chip Strategy
TSMC has been the exclusive supplier of Apple's systems-on-a-chip since 2014, but that 12-year streak could be nearing its end. According to The Wall Street Journal, Apple is exploring whether some of its lower-end processors could be manufactured by a company other than TSMC. "Now that TSMC is doing more business with Nvidia and other AI companies, people with knowledge of the chip supply chain said Apple was exploring whether some lower-end processors could be made by someone other than TSMC," the report said. The report did not mention any candidates, but previous rumors have indicated that Intel could begin supplying some lower-end Apple processors in 2027 or 2028. A few months ago, GF Securities analyst Jeff Pu said that he expected Intel to reach a chip supply deal with Apple for at least some non-pro iPhone models starting in 2028. Based on that timeframe, Intel could supply Apple with at least a portion of A21 or A22 chips for future iPhone models, if the companies agree to a partnership. Apple's return to Intel might also involve some Mac and iPad chips. Last year, Tianfeng Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said he expected Intel to begin shipping Apple's lowest-end M-series chip for select Mac and iPad models as early as mid-2027. For this, Kuo said Apple planned to utilize Intel's 18A process. He did not mention the iPhone. There is no indication that Intel would play a role in designing the iPhone chips, with its involvement expected to be strictly limited to fabrication. That would differ from the era of Intel Macs, which used Intel-designed processors with x86 architecture. Apple began transitioning away from Intel processors in Macs in 2020. Intel would help Apple diversify its supply chain, which could come at a pivotal time, as Nvidia has reportedly surpassed Apple as TSMC's largest customer amid rising competition for NAND memory and RAM chip supply for AI servers. TSMC is not the only chip supplier seeing increased demand amid the AI server boom, as Samsung and SK Hynix have both gained enough leverage to demand Apple pay more for RAM chips, according to The Wall Street Journal's supply chain sources. On an earnings call last week, Apple CEO Tim Cook said that rising memory chip prices had a "minimal impact" on Apple's gross margin last quarter, but he does expect a "bit more of an impact" on the company's gross margin in the current quarter. He said Apple "will look at a range of options to deal with that" as necessary. Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo does not expect price increases for the iPhone 18 lineup. Apple reported record-breaking revenue of $143.8 billion last quarter, up 16% year-over-year, and it is predicting similar 13% to 16% year-over-year growth and gross margin of 48% to 49% in the current quarter, so the company is still reporting impressive earnings results despite concerns surrounding memory chip prices.Tags: The Wall Street Journal, TSMCThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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06:08 pm
Apple's CarPlay Ultra to Expand to These Vehicle Brands Later This Year | MacRumors
Apple's CarPlay Ultra to Expand to These Vehicle Brands Later This Year
Last year, Apple launched CarPlay Ultra, the long-awaited next-generation version of its CarPlay software system for vehicles. Nearly nine months later, CarPlay Ultra is still limited to Aston Martin's latest luxury vehicles, but that should change fairly soon. In May 2025, Apple said many other vehicle brands planned to offer CarPlay Ultra, including Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis. At the time, it said CarPlay Ultra would begin expanding to more vehicles around the world "in the next 12 months." In his Power On newsletter today, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said he was told that CarPlay Ultra will come to at least one major new Hyundai or Kia vehicle model "in the second half of this year." It is unclear if he is referring to Hyundai's upcoming IONIQ 3, as previously reported, or if it will be a different model. CarPlay Ultra features deeper integration with a vehicle's instrument cluster and systems, built-in apps for radio and climate controls, rear-view camera feed support, and more. The connected iPhone provides app-related data, while the vehicle provides information like the current speed, fuel level, tire pressure, engine temperature, and more. The interface is tailored to each vehicle model and automaker's identity, and drivers can choose from various preset design options. BMW, Ford, and Rivian are among the brands that have publicly downplayed CarPlay Ultra, while General Motors controversially ditched the regular version of CarPlay in its new electric vehicles, so it is likely to pass on CarPlay Ultra too. That means vehicles from brands like Chevrolet, Cadillac, and GMC are likely out of the running. It is improbable that Tesla would offer CarPlay Ultra either, but it is reportedly working on offering the regular version of CarPlay in a major pivot. Related Roundup: CarPlayTags: CarPlay Ultra, Mark GurmanRelated Forum: HomePod, HomeKit, CarPlay, Home & Auto TechnologyThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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05:27 pm
Apple's Foldable iPhone Rumored to Feature Unrivaled Battery Life | MacRumors
Apple's Foldable iPhone Rumored to Feature Unrivaled Battery Life
Apple's first foldable could feature the biggest ever iPhone battery and eclipse rival devices, according to a known leaker. In a new post, the Weibo user known as "Fixed Focus Digital" says that the foldable's battery could be over 5,500 mAh in size, which would make it the largest capacity of any current or previous ‌iPhone‌. The iPhone 17 Pro Max has the biggest ‌iPhone‌ battery to date at 5,088 mAh. Competing foldables already on the market feature a noticeably smaller battery than the rumored size. The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold has a battery capacity of 5,015 mAh, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has a 4,400 mAh battery. As a result, any foldable smartphone from Apple with a battery over 5,500 mAh in size would be class-leading. Last year, the leaker known as "yeux1122" said that Apple was testing a battery for the device in the 5,400–5,800 mAh range, citing supply chain sources. A March report from the same Korean account claimed that Apple has placed a heavy focus on improving power efficiency while slimming down key components of its foldable ‌iPhone‌, with battery life said to be a key priority for the company. Separately, Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said the device will use high-density cells to deliver superior battery life. Apple's first foldable ‌iPhone‌ is rumored to feature a 7.8-inch crease-free inner display, a 5.5-inch cover display, Touch ID, two rear cameras, the A20 chip, and the "C2" modem. It is expected to launch alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro Max later this year. Tags: Battery Life, Fixed Focus Digital, Foldable iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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05:21 pm
Apple is Exploring an 'iPhone Flip' as Follow-Up to Foldable iPhone | MacRumors
Apple is Exploring an 'iPhone Flip' as Follow-Up to Foldable iPhone
Apple is "exploring" the idea of a foldable iPhone with a "square, clamshell-style" design, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. A so-called "iPhone Flip" — unlikely to be the real name — would compete with devices such as Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 7 and the modern-day Motorola Razr. The clamshell iPhone would be released at some point after Apple's first foldable iPhone, which is expected to launch in September this year. The first foldable iPhone is expected to open up like a book, similar to Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7. "Apple is betting that its first foldable iPhone will be successful enough to generate real demand for the category and that customers will want additional shapes and sizes, much as they have with traditional slab-style iPhones," said Gurman. Nevertheless, he said a clamshell iPhone is "far from guaranteed to reach the market." The book-like foldable iPhone will reportedly be equipped with a 7.7-inch inner display, and a 5.3-inch outer display. The device is also rumored to feature two rear cameras, one front camera, and a Touch ID button instead of Face ID. Tag: Mark GurmanThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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02:48 pm
Apple Watch Series 11 Hits $299 Low Price on Amazon, Get $100 Off Nearly Every Aluminum Model | MacRumors
Apple Watch Series 11 Hits $299 Low Price on Amazon, Get $100 Off Nearly Every Aluminum Model
Amazon this weekend has all-time low prices on the Apple Watch Series 11, with $100 discounts across numerous models of the smartwatch. This is only the second time so far in 2026 that we've tracked $100 markdowns on the Series 11, and nearly every aluminum model is on sale right now. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. You can get the 42mm GPS Apple Watch Series 11 for $299.00, down from $399.00, and the 46mm GPS model for $329.00, down from $429.00. On Amazon, you'll find four of the 42mm GPS models on sale at this all-time low price, and four of the 46mm GPS models on sale as well. $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (42mm GPS) for $299.00 $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (46mm GPS) for $329.00 If you're shopping for cellular models, you can find record low prices on multiple models this week on Amazon. The 42mm cellular Apple Watch Series 11 has hit $399.00, down from $499.00, and the 46mm cellular model has hit $429.00, down from $529.00. $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (42mm Cell) for $399.00 $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (46mm Cell) for $429.00 Head to our full Deals Roundup to get caught up with all of the latest deals and discounts that we've been tracking over the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find in 2026? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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01:42 pm
New MacBook Pros Reportedly Launching Alongside macOS 26.3 | MacRumors
New MacBook Pros Reportedly Launching Alongside macOS 26.3
Apple is planning to launch new MacBook Pro models with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips alongside macOS 26.3, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. "A new MacBook Pro is planned for the macOS 26.3 release cycle," wrote Gurman, in the intro to his Power On newsletter today. We are still waiting for the full newsletter, so this post will be updated when more details are available. macOS 26.3 remains in beta testing, but the update is coming soon, with a release to the general public expected in February. That means the MacBook Pro models with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips should launch this month, if Gurman is accurate. In October, AppleInsider's Marko Zivkovic was first to report that the MacBook Pro models with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips were "expected to ship with macOS 26.3," so this rumor has now been shared by multiple sources. More details to follow… Related Roundups: MacBook Pro, macOS TahoeTag: Mark GurmanBuyer's Guide: MacBook Pro (Caution)Related Forums: MacBook Pro, macOS TahoeThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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IAD (Ashburn) on 2026-02-12 | CloudFlare
IAD (Ashburn) on 2026-02-12
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 12, 05:00 - 13:00 UTCFeb 9, 20:18 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in IAD (Ashburn) datacenter on 2026-02-12 between 05:00 and 13:00 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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Degraded Audio Quality for Voice Calls to a Subset of Twilio Landline Numbers in Colombia | Twilio
Degraded Audio Quality for Voice Calls to a Subset of Twilio Landline Numbers in Colombia
Feb 9, 12:23 PSTUpdate - We are investigating an issue with degraded audio quality with Voice calls from Network Subscribers to a subset of Twilio landline numbers in Colombia. We expect to provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.Feb 9, 12:15 PSTInvestigating - Our monitoring systems have detected a potential issue with degraded audio quality for Voice calls from Network Subscribers to a subset of Twilio landline numbers in Colombia. Our engineering team has been alerted and is actively investigating. We will update as soon as we have more information.
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SJC (San Jose) on 2026-02-24 | CloudFlare
SJC (San Jose) on 2026-02-24
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 24, 10:00 - 14:00 UTCFeb 9, 18:48 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in SJC (San Jose) datacenter on 2026-02-24 between 10:00 and 14:00 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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SJC (San Jose) on 2026-02-18 | CloudFlare
SJC (San Jose) on 2026-02-18
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 18, 10:00 - 14:00 UTCFeb 9, 18:24 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in SJC (San Jose) datacenter on 2026-02-18 between 10:00 and 14:00 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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GIG (Rio de Janeiro) on 2026-02-19 | CloudFlare
GIG (Rio de Janeiro) on 2026-02-19
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 19, 05:00 - 10:00 UTCFeb 9, 15:26 UTCUpdate - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in GIG (Rio de Janeiro) datacenter on 2026-02-19 between 05:00 and 10:00 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.Feb 9, 15:24 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in GIG (Rio de Janeiro) datacenter on 2026-02-19 between 05:00 and 05:45 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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GIG (Rio de Janeiro) on 2026-02-18 | CloudFlare
GIG (Rio de Janeiro) on 2026-02-18
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 18, 05:00 - 10:00 UTCFeb 9, 15:12 UTCUpdate - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in GIG (Rio de Janeiro) datacenter on 2026-02-18 between 05:00 and 10:00 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.Feb 9, 15:08 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in GIG (Rio de Janeiro) datacenter on 2026-02-18 between 05:00 and 05:45 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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Call Failures to a Subset of Twilio's Singapore Numbers | Twilio
Call Failures to a Subset of Twilio's Singapore Numbers
Feb 9, 02:38 PSTResolved - The issue affecting call failures to a subset of Twilio's Singapore numbers has been resolved, and the service is functioning normally at this time.Feb 9, 00:47 PSTMonitoring - We have started seeing recovery on call failures to a subset of Twilio's Singapore numbers. We will continue to monitor to ensure a full recovery. We expect to provide another update in 2 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Feb 8, 23:52 PSTInvestigating - We are observing a subset of call failures to a Twilio's Singapore Numbers. We are currently working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We expect to provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.
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HEL (Helsinki) on 2026-02-12 | CloudFlare
HEL (Helsinki) on 2026-02-12
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 12, 00:00 - 04:00 UTCFeb 9, 09:44 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in HEL (Helsinki) datacenter on 2026-02-12 between 00:00 and 04:00 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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US SMS Carrier Maintenance – Small US Carriers | Twilio
US SMS Carrier Maintenance – Small US Carriers
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 10, 21:00 PST - Feb 11, 01:00 PSTFeb 8, 19:30 PSTScheduled - A subset of small networks in the US are conducting a planned maintenance from 10 February 2026 at 21:00 PST until 11 February 2026 at 01:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to small US carriers handsets when sending via short codes.
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SIN (Singapore) on 2026-02-20 | CloudFlare
SIN (Singapore) on 2026-02-20
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 20, 04:00 - 05:00 UTCFeb 9, 02:18 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in SIN (Singapore) datacenter on 2026-02-20 between 04:00 and 05:00 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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SMS Delivery Delays from Pre-Registered Twilio Alphanumeric To Vodafone in Egypt | Twilio
SMS Delivery Delays from Pre-Registered Twilio Alphanumeric To Vodafone in Egypt
Feb 8, 17:41 PSTResolved - We are no longer experiencing . This incident has been resolved.Feb 8, 15:53 PSTMonitoring - We are observing recovery in . We will continue monitoring the service to ensure a full recovery. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.Feb 7, 19:52 PSTUpdate - We continue to experience SMS delivery delays when sending messages from Pre-Registered Twilio Alphanumeric To Vodafone in Egypt. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 24 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Feb 7, 03:53 PSTUpdate - We continue to experience SMS delivery delays when sending messages from Pre-Registered Twilio Alphanumeric To Vodafone in Egypt. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 16 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Feb 6, 20:01 PSTUpdate - We continue to experience SMS delivery delays when sending messages from Pre-Registered Twilio Alphanumeric To Vodafone in Egypt. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 8 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Feb 6, 16:02 PSTUpdate - We continue to experience SMS delivery delays when sending messages from Pre-Registered Twilio Alphanumeric To Vodafone in Egypt. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 4 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Feb 6, 14:14 PSTUpdate - We continue to experience SMS delivery delays when sending messages from Pre-Registered Twilio Alphanumeric To Vodafone in Egypt. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 2 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Feb 6, 13:28 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery delays when sending messages from Pre-Registered Twilio Alphanumeric To Vodafone in Egypt. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.
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Sunday February 08
11:23 pm
DUS (Düsseldorf) on 2026-02-16 | CloudFlare
DUS (Düsseldorf) on 2026-02-16
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 16, 02:00 - 08:00 UTCFeb 8, 23:20 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in DUS (Düsseldorf) datacenter on 2026-02-16 between 02:00 and 08:00 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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Inbound Call Failures to a Subset of Twilio Numbers in Spain | Twilio
Inbound Call Failures to a Subset of Twilio Numbers in Spain
Feb 8, 13:56 PSTResolved - The issue affecting inbound call failures to a subset of Twilio numbers in Spain. has been resolved, and the service is functioning normally at this time.Feb 8, 12:56 PSTMonitoring - We have started seeing recovery for . We will continue to monitor to ensure a full recovery. We expect to provide another update in 1 hour, or as soon as more information becomes available.Feb 8, 11:56 PSTInvestigating - We are observing call failures to a subset of Twilio numbers in Spain. We are currently working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We expect to provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.
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Saturday February 07
03:52 pm
United Kingdom Account Security Carrier Partner Maintenance – Vodafone | Twilio
United Kingdom Account Security Carrier Partner Maintenance – Vodafone
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 8, 13:50 - 20:55 PSTFeb 7, 07:29 PSTScheduled - Our carrier partner Vodafone United Kingdom is conducting a planned maintenance from 08 February 2026 at 13:50 PST until 08 February 2026 at 20:55 PST. 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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09:23 am
GoToMyPC – Maintenance | GoToMeeting
GoToMyPC – Maintenance
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 12, 05:00 - 09:00 UTCFeb 7, 09:10 UTCScheduled - As part of our commitment to provide exceptional service and reliability to our customers, the GoToMyPC team will be conducting service maintenance on the following date and time listed below. Our team will be taking all appropriate actions to minimize service interruptions during this event.Date and Time: February 12th, 2026, 5:00 AM UTC to 9:00 AM UTCPurpose: This maintenance is to ensure and maintain system performance and stability.Duration: All maintenance will be performed within the 4-hour maintenance window.What to expect:During the Maintenance, https://get.gotomypc.com/ website might be slow/down.We would like to thank you for your patience and understanding during this time.
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