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News items you should check out: March 10

Since I can’t cover everything, here are some recommended articles from other websites. ° From MacRumors: The new MacBook Neo has a breakthrough starting price of just $599, and AppleCare+ repair fees for the laptop are lower than all other Macs too. ° From...

Anthropic Sues Department of Defense Over Supply-Chain-Risk Designation

Anthropic is suing the Department of Defense over a supply-chain-risk designation. And Apple would, I think, find this a good move. Anthropic PBC is an American artificial intelligence company headquartered in San Francisco. It has developed a family of large language...

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No, I don’t want to be expected to tip workers at Apple retail stores

Workers at Apple’s unionized store in Towson Maryland, are asking for higher pay and additional time off, along with changes that could affect the company’s tightly controlled retail experience, such as letting customers tip employees. reports Bloomberg. I...

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Friday March 06
07:16 pm
Apple TV’s dystopian series ‘Silo’ season 4 wraps filming ahead of expected season 3 premiere this year | Mac Daily News
Apple TV’s dystopian series ‘Silo’ season 4 wraps filming ahead of expected season 3 premiere this year
Apple TV's dystopian series "Silo" is the story of the last ten thousand people on Earth, their mile-deep home protecting them from the… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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06:56 pm
iOS 26’s Messages app got a big upgrade for an essential feature | 9 to 5 Mac
iOS 26’s Messages app got a big upgrade for an essential feature
iOS 26 adds a lot to the Messages app, like new group chat features, spam prevention tools, and more. Joining those improvements, Messages also got a big AI upgrade in iOS 26 for an essential feature: search. more…
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06:34 pm
Parallels shares status update on MacBook Neo compatibility | 9 to 5 Mac
Parallels shares status update on MacBook Neo compatibility
Does Parallels virtualization software work with MacBook Neo? The short answer for now is that the company isn’t sure yet. The official line as of March 5 is that support has not actually been confirmed yet: more…
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06:25 pm
Tech bros are lying to you about the MacBook Neo | Macworld
Tech bros are lying to you about the MacBook Neo
Macworld Before Apple unveiled the MacBook Neo on Wednesday, the consensus online was that it would cost too much. Following the shuffling of the MacBook Air lineup on Tuesday, it became clear that the Neo would slide under the Air’s previous $999 slot, maybe $700, but probably $800. It was already declared DOA. Apple instead released a $599 laptop ($499 for students) with 256GB of storage, 8GB of RAM, Magic Keyboard, multi-touch trackpad, 1080p webcam, Spatial Audio speakers, and a gorgeous aluminum design. It comes in colors we haven’t seen on a Mac in decades and is aimed at people who are otherwise comfortable using a budget Chromebook or Windows PC. Apple is going to sell a ton of them, and the people who buy one are probably going to love it. But to read through social media feeds since the announcement, you’d think Apple was charging $1,299 for an entry-level iPad. Scroll through the timeline on your social network of choice, and you’ll read all kinds of advice from experts proclaiming that the MacBook Neo is underpowered, overpriced, and underwhelming compared to similarly priced Windows laptops. It’s all lies. MacBook misinformation This post from Sankew on X sums up the general criticism of the MacBook Neo: i don't care what anyone says, but the MacBook Neo is not worth it-Only 8GB RAM-No Touch ID on the base model-No Backlit keys-No force touch trackpad, it's a diving board trackpad-Weak I/Oyou should probably get a M2, M3 or M4 MacBook Air at a discount instead. pic.twitter.com/0rld2WUHAk— Sankew (@Sankew06) March 4, 2026 I’ve read countless posts suggesting that getting an older Air is a better option. It’s terrible advice for someone looking for a budget MacBook. For one, any M2 or M3 Air is likely to be refurbished, and any M4 you find will be several hundred dollars more than the Neo. Mind you, the M2 MacBook Air is the same machine people criticized for starting at $1,099 with 256GB of storage and 8GB of RAM. And now tech influencers are recommending buying one four years later because they don’t want to admit that the MacBook Neo got everything right. Would Neo be a better machine with an A19 Pro with 12GB of RAM and a P3 display? Of course, but that’s not what the MacBook Neo is and not who it’s made for. And the tech bros on X and other platforms advising people to buy something else are simply spreading misinformation. There are real reasons to criticize the MacBook Neo. Tying Touch ID to the $699 model effectively forces people to compromise on security. The trackpad misses out on Quick Look and other Force Touch features. It’s the first MacBook since 2011 that doesn’t feature a backlit keyboard. The Indigo color should be brighter. But instead of appreciating the MacBook Neo for what it is, social media is filled with terrible advice: Foundry Any used M-series MacBook Air you can find in this price range will still have 256GB of storage, 8GB of RAM, and a 13-inch display, and it won’t be under Apple’s warranty anymore. You won’t be able to get AppleCare, and it’ll likely stop getting updates a year or two before the Neo. It might be scratched and dented. It’s a lie—there isn’t a used $600 MacBook Air on the planet that will be better than a Neo. Looking through the wrong Windows The MacBook Neo is obviously targeted at Windows and Chromebook users, particularly students. Apple has built a machine with low-end specs that performs well enough, but stands out for its design, camera, speakers, and display. There are plenty of similarly priced PCs to compare against the Neo, but few of the comparisons will be flattering. Still, you’ll find them all over your feeds. Take Windows Latest, which has 50,000 followers and nearly 500,000 views on the following tweet: This is the ASUS A14 with an OLED display, 60Hz refresh rate, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, and all-day battery life thanks to Snapdragon.Oh, and it also has five physical ports. How many do you have on the MacBook Neo?Sure, the MacBook Neo is a big deal for the price in the Apple… https://t.co/CQGEtl6cL6 pic.twitter.com/21GGwKYBMp— Windows Latest (@WindowsLatest) March 4, 2026 It sounds like a well-researched, informed takedown of the MacBook Neo. They argue that there are Windows laptops, specifically the ASUS Zenbook A14 and Galaxy Book4 Edge, with twice the RAM, better displays, more storage, and more ports for the same price. The only problem is it’s completely false—the A14 retails for $999, while the Galaxy Book 4 in question is a year old and still $900 on clearance. Here’s another one, posted as a quote-reply to a post about an HP laptop from an Apple account: more RAM, more storage, larger screen, touch screen, more pixels, numpad, more ports https://t.co/BZXiaZDp0d— Gregor 🌹🇪🇺🇦🇹 (@salingergregor) March 4, 2026 This machine with “more RAM, more storage, larger screen, touch screen, more pixels, numpad, more ports” is actually one of the best-selling Windows PCs at the MacBook Neo’s price range. It’s such a valid comparison; there was a similar one on hand at Apple’s experience event in New York. But it wasn’t to test performance; it was to show off Neo’s design, display, webcam, and audio advantages. Yes, 16GB of RAM is more than 8GB. Yes, 15.6 inches is bigger than 13 inches. But Apple didn’t build the MacBook Neo to compete spec-for-spec. The fact is, Windows laptops have had better specs than their MacBook counterparts forever. 32GB of RAM standard, 4K displays, and discrete graphics. The same influencers calling out specs on social media understand this, but they’re choosing to bend the truth for engagement. Take the bait If you were considering buying a MacBook Neo until you saw one of these posts, then it’s almost definitely the right machine for you. It wasn’t made for influencers. It’s an affordable MacBook built from the ground up for K-12 students, college kids, grandparents, and anyone who doesn’t know USB 2.0 from USB 3.2. Apple got it right. And anyone who starts breaking down specs and ports to convince you otherwise is wrong. Or just lying.
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06:20 pm
AirPods Pro 3 long-term review: Apple's latest earbuds are great with one asterisk | AppleInsider
AirPods Pro 3 long-term review: Apple's latest earbuds are great with one asterisk
It's been roughly half a year since Apple released the AirPods Pro 3 to the world, and I'm revisiting them to see how they've held up after months of near-daily use.AirPods Pro 3 long-term review: Holding the newest AirPods ProIn my original review of Apple's latest earbuds, I largely praised them for improving audio quality, ANC, as well as adding new features. Now that the initial excitement has subsided, let's examine the changes that have stood out.I went from the AirPods Pro 2 to the AirPods Pro 3. This wasn't a major jump by any means, but I felt it was worth it, especially since the battery life on my years-old pair had deteriorated, and I was able to pass them down to my partner. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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06:10 pm
First benchmarks confirm MacBook Neo delivers the speed we hoped for | Cult of Mac
First benchmarks confirm MacBook Neo delivers the speed we hoped for
The first MacBook Neo benchmark scores confirm that it offers all the performance needed by entry-level computer users. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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06:01 pm
Meta smart glasses said to be sending footage of ‘bathroom visits, sex, and other intimate moments’ to human reviewers in Kenya | Mac Daily News
Meta smart glasses said to be sending footage of ‘bathroom visits, sex, and other intimate moments’ to human reviewers in Kenya
Meta’s AI-powered smart glasses (Ray-Ban Meta) may be sending sensitive user footage to human reviewers in Nairobi, Kenya… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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05:53 pm
Silo gets exciting update ahead of season 3’s release | 9 to 5 Mac
Silo gets exciting update ahead of season 3’s release
Silo season 3 is expected to premiere later this year, but the show just got a big season 4 update too. more…
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05:35 pm
MacBook Neo proves Apple can build a $599 laptop without cheapening the Mac | AppleInsider
MacBook Neo proves Apple can build a $599 laptop without cheapening the Mac
Apple's industrial design chief says the MacBook Neo was created to bring the Mac into a much lower price tier without sacrificing the materials and design language associated with Apple laptops.MacBook NeoApple vice president of industrial design Molly Anderson said in a rare March 6 solo interview that the MacBook Neo retains its MacBook identity despite its $599 starting price. Apple introduced the MacBook Neo on March 4 as its most affordable Mac laptop.The MacBook Neo uses the A18 Pro processor instead of the Apple Silicon M-series chips found in other Macs. Apple is targeting students and first-time Mac buyers who might otherwise choose inexpensive Windows laptops or Chromebooks. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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05:34 pm
Apple drops 512GB M3 Ultra Mac Studio option, ups 256GB memory upgrade by $400 | Mac Daily News
Apple drops 512GB M3 Ultra Mac Studio option, ups 256GB memory upgrade by $400
Apple has quietly removed the 512GB RAM configuration option for the Mac Studio this week. As of yesterday, the maximum available… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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05:19 pm
Save up to $100 on Apple's new M4 iPad Air at Amazon | AppleInsider
Save up to $100 on Apple's new M4 iPad Air at Amazon
Apple's brand-new M4 iPad Air is already discounted, with Amazon launching preorder deals on both 11-inch and 13-inch models for the weekend.Save up to $100 on iPad Air M4 preorders.Despite being announced mere days ago, Amazon is already issuing preorder deals on the 2026 iPad Air with M4. Save up to $100 on preorders ahead of the official March 11 release.Save up to $100 on M4 iPad Air Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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05:00 pm
The MacBook Neo may cannibalize more iPads than MacBook Airs | 9 to 5 Mac
The MacBook Neo may cannibalize more iPads than MacBook Airs
Apple finally unveiled the long-awaited entry-level MacBook, the MacBook Neo – and it was certainly worth the wait. The shiny new machine hit the most optimistic of price estimates, with a starting price of just $599. There’s little doubt that the Neo will cannibalize some sales of the MacBook Air. Although it certainly involves compromises, it will be the right choice for many. However, my suspicion is that it will actually end up cannibalizing even more iPad sales … more…
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04:50 pm
MacBook Neo is selling out fast — these are the hottest models | Cult of Mac
MacBook Neo is selling out fast — these are the hottest models
The standout feature of the new MacBook Neo is its low price, but it seems a great many buyers are willing to pay extra. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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04:45 pm
Deals: First cash deal on most affordable new M4 iPad Air, MacBook Air, Trail Loop, more | 9 to 5 Mac
Deals: First cash deal on most affordable new M4 iPad Air, MacBook Air, Trail Loop, more
Today’s 9to5Mac Lunch Break is headlined by the first cash deal on the most affordable new M4 iPad Air (or as low as $249 with trade), as well as a chance to land the M4 MacBook Air with the same RAM/storage specs as new M5 model at $200 less. Those offers join the ongoing M5 Pro MacBook Pro and MacBook Neo pre-order deals as well as all Apple Watch Series 11 models at $100 off, the best price yet on this Blue/Bright Blue Apple Trail Loop at 35% off, and a solid deal on Apple’s latest Neon Green Ocean Band. Everything awaits below. more…
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04:33 pm
iOS 26.4: Here are all the new features for your iPhone | 9 to 5 Mac
iOS 26.4: Here are all the new features for your iPhone
iOS 26.4 is currently in beta testing with developers and public beta users. The update adds a range of new features to iPhone, including upgrades to Apple Music, Apple Podcasts, Messages, and more. Here are all of the new iPhone features in iOS 26.4, plus everything else you need to know. more…
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04:21 pm
M5 13-inch MacBook Air vs M5 14-inch MacBook Pro — compared | AppleInsider
M5 13-inch MacBook Air vs M5 14-inch MacBook Pro — compared
Apple's M5 MacBook Air and 14-inch MacBook Pro share the same core chip, but there are big differences in the display, cooling, and more. Here's how the specs compare.MacBook Air M5Both notebooks use the standard M5 chip with a 10-core CPU, integrated graphics, and Apple's unified memory architecture. The MacBook Air uses a fanless chassis with passive cooling, while the MacBook Pro uses active cooling to sustain higher performance during longer workloads.For everyday tasks like web browsing, document editing, and light creative work, the two machines are very similar in short bursts. Heavier tasks such as compiling code, exporting video, or rendering graphics are where MacBook Pro's thermal design begins to matter. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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04:13 pm
M6 MacBook Pro could have four innovations new to the Mac | 9 to 5 Mac
M6 MacBook Pro could have four innovations new to the Mac
Apple launched the MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max just this week. But rumors indicate an M6 MacBook Pro is coming this year too, with several innovations that are new to the Mac. more…
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03:41 pm
Apple's 512GB Mac Studio vanishes, a quiet acknowledgment of the RAM shortage | Ars Technica
Apple's 512GB Mac Studio vanishes, a quiet acknowledgment of the RAM shortage
Announcements this week were mostly business as usual, but Apple isn't immune.
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03:41 pm
MacBook Neo is Apple’s first product with these three unique technologies | 9 to 5 Mac
MacBook Neo is Apple’s first product with these three unique technologies
MacBook Neo is an all-new kind of laptop for the $599 price, making it worthy of being Apple’s first-ever “Neo” product. The new computer is also Apple’s first product to use three distinct technologies. more…
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03:12 pm
MacBook Neo shipping delays emerge for Blush and Citrus colors amid strong demand | Mac Daily News
MacBook Neo shipping delays emerge for Blush and Citrus colors amid strong demand
Just two days after pre-orders opened for Apple's budget-friendly MacBook Neo, the product is seeing shipping delays for certain colors… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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03:12 pm
Apple teases Ted Lasso season 4 plot in new clip | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple teases Ted Lasso season 4 plot in new clip
Ted Lasso season 4 is coming this August, and Apple TV just shared a brief clip that teases the plot of the new season. more…
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03:10 pm
Why Apple named its new budget MacBook ‘Neo’ | Cult of Mac
Why Apple named its new budget MacBook ‘Neo’
The name Neo surprised everyone. It turns out the reasoning behind it is just as vivid as the laptop's eye-popping color palette. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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03:01 pm
∞ The Dalrymple Report: Wow, Apple hardware! | The Loop
∞ The Dalrymple Report: Wow, Apple hardware!
This show is all about the hardware Apple released this week and what a week it was. MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, MacBook Neo, iPhone 17e, Studio Display, iPad Air, and the M5 Pro and M5 Max chips. A crazy week for Apple's hardware team. Follow this podcast Brought to you by: Squarespace: Check out squarespace.com/DALRYMPLE for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use OFFER CODE: DALRYMPLE to save 10% oﬀ your first purchase of a website or domain. Show Notes: Apple accelerates U.S. manufacturing with Mac mini production Apple unveils new Studio Display and all-new Studio Display XDR New Apple Studio Display and Studio Display XDR Don't Work With Intel Macs Apple introduces iPhone 17e Side-by-side of the 16, 17, 17e Difference between 17e and 17 Apple introduces the new iPad Air, powered by M4 Apple introduces MacBook Pro with all-new M5 Pro and M5 Max With the latest chips, the MacBook Pro now maxes out at $7,349 Apple debuts M5 Pro and M5 Max Apple introduces the new MacBook Air with M5 Say hello to MacBook Neo Intro video for the MacBook Neo MacBook Neo vs. MacBook Air 20+ MacBook Neo Compromises MacBook Neo Features Two Different USB-C Ports Shows and movies we're watching Vanished, MGM+ HBO Max and Paramount+ to merge Big Bang Theory, HBO
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02:59 pm
Just get a new iPhone? Here are my favorite MagSafe accessories | 9 to 5 Mac
Just get a new iPhone? Here are my favorite MagSafe accessories
Apple announced the iPhone 17e this week, and it corrects one of the biggest problems with its predecessor by adding support for MagSafe. There’s a robust ecosystem of MagSafe accessories for iPhone on the market, and these are some of my favorites. more…
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02:55 pm
Ultra-slim Qi2 power bank ends battery anxiety for your iPhone | Cult of Mac
Ultra-slim Qi2 power bank ends battery anxiety for your iPhone
The versatile Vionta Q10 power bank delivers ultra-slim Qi2 magnetic charging, 30W USB-C output and airline-approved travel safety. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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02:45 pm
9to5Mac Daily: March 6, 2026 – More on MacBook Neo | 9 to 5 Mac
9to5Mac Daily: March 6, 2026 – More on MacBook Neo
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by BenQ: Check out BenQ’s smarter displays made for how Mac users actually work. Sign up for the giveaway here. more…
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02:43 pm
Apple’s ‘HomePad’ gets launch timing update via leaker | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple’s ‘HomePad’ gets launch timing update via leaker
One of my most anticipated Apple products is ‘HomePad,’ a new HomePod-type device with a display. But per leaker Kosutami, the wait may be longer than expected. more…
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02:42 pm
New iPads mean new accessories & ESR has productivity-boosting options | AppleInsider
New iPads mean new accessories & ESR has productivity-boosting options
The iPad Air has been upgraded with the M4, so pair it or Apple's other tablets with accessories that enhance your workflows. ESR's magnetic keyboard cases are a great place to start.ESR has accessories ready for your new iPad. Image source: ESRESR's iPad accessory line combines form and function to ensure your devices look great while keeping you productive. Choose one of the cases with a removable magnetic keyboard, a strong screen protector, and a digital stylus with Find My support, all from ESR.Having a thin and light iPad that works great as a handheld tablet or a sturdy laptop doesn't have to be an either/or choice. ESR's cases let users have it all in a convenient form factor. Continue Reading on AppleInsider
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02:40 pm
Power to burn: Top 10 Mac Studio setups | Cult of Mac
Power to burn: Top 10 Mac Studio setups
Apple's powerful and compact desktop machine has wowed users since it came out in 2022. Behold the top 10 Mac Studio setups we've seen. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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02:36 pm
Modern CSV 2.3.1 | TidBITS
Modern CSV 2.3.1
Maintenance update with bug fixes for the CSV manipulation app. ($Free/$39/$59, free update, 27.2 MB, macOS 11+)
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Monday February 16
03:51 pm
AirTag 1 Gets Major Amazon Discount With 4-Pack at $64 | MacRumors
AirTag 1 Gets Major Amazon Discount With 4-Pack at $64
Apple's first-generation AirTag 4-Pack has dropped to $64.00 this week on Amazon, down from the original price of $99.00. Free shipping options have a delivery estimate around February 21, while Prime members should be able to get it delivered a few days sooner. 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. Overall, this is a solid second-best price on the AirTag 4-pack that's within $1 of the Amazon all-time low price. Amazon's stock on the first generation AirTag 1-Pack has begun dwindling now that the new second generation models are here, so anyone interested in this low price on the first gen 4-Pack should pick it up while it's still around. $35 OFFAirTag 4-Pack for $64.00 Apple just debuted the all-new AirTag, featuring longer range for tracking items and a louder speaker. We haven't tracked any discounts on the new second generation models as of yet, so anyone who wants to save money should keep looking into the original 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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02:05 pm
Apple Announces Special Event in New York on March 4 | MacRumors
Apple Announces Special Event in New York on March 4
Apple today announced a "special Apple Experience" in New York, taking place on March 4, 2026 at 9:00am ET. Apple invited select members of the media to the event. It is simply described as a "special Apple Experience," and there is no further information about what it may entail. It is notable that Apple is specifically using the word "experience," rather than "event." Unlike a full live-streamed event from Apple Park, the March 4 event in New York is likely to be smaller in scale. The announcement of several new Apple products is believed to be imminent, including the iPhone 17e, MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, eighth-generation, iPad Air, 12th-generation iPad, and more. More to follow...This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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12:40 pm
iOS 27 'Rave' Update to Clean Up Code, Could Boost Battery Life | MacRumors
iOS 27 'Rave' Update to Clean Up Code, Could Boost Battery Life
Apple's iOS 27 update will prioritize cleaning up the operating system's internals, with engineers making changes that could result in better battery life, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. The effort is said to be similar to what Apple did with its Snow Leopard Mac update years ago, and will involve removing old code, rewriting existing features, and subtly upgrading apps to improve their performance. The result should hopefully be a "snappier, more responsive" OS, says Gurman. Apple is also reportedly planning some interface tweaks, but nothing as dramatic as the Liquid Glass overhaul introduced with iOS 26, which will likely comfort some users. Code-named "Rave" internally, iOS 27 will also include efficiency improvements that Apple hopes will translate into tangible battery gains for users, says Gurman. However, it's unclear whether Apple would market those improvements or simply let users discover them on their own. Gurman says getting the software into good shape is especially important as Apple prepares to launch new device categories, including a touchscreen MacBook Pro and its first foldable iPhone, both of which are expected in the second half of 2026. The cleanup effort comes alongside Apple's other major iOS 27 priority of improving its AI capabilities. The revamped, chatbot-style Siri that Apple announced in June 2024 has been repeatedly delayed, and some of its features are now expected to arrive in iOS 27 rather than iOS 26, reports Gurman. Tag: Mark GurmanThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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12:24 pm
Gurman: iPhone 18 Pro Could Be Underwhelming | MacRumors
Gurman: iPhone 18 Pro Could Be Underwhelming
Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro and ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro Max models "won't be a big update," according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. In the latest edition of his "Power On" newsletter, Gurman said that the ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro models will "represent minor tweaks from last year's iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max." He compared the upgrade to Apple's past practice of appending the letter "S" to its more minor generational iPhone releases. There will still apparently be several important internal changes, such as a new camera system with a variable aperture, the A20 chip, and the custom C2 modem. Nevertheless, the new Pro models likely won't be "the star of Apple's ‌iPhone‌ launch this fall," with the company's first foldable claiming the spotlight instead. Related Roundup: iPhone 18Tags: Bloomberg, Mark GurmanRelated Forum: iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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12:08 pm
Tesla's CarPlay Plans Delayed by Apple Maps Compatibility Issue | MacRumors
Tesla's CarPlay Plans Delayed by Apple Maps Compatibility Issue
Tesla is still planning to bring Apple's CarPlay to its vehicles, but a compatibility issue between Apple Maps and Tesla's own navigation software has held things up, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Writing in his latest Power On newsletter, Gurman says that Tesla found during testing that turn-by-turn directions from its maps app didn't sync up properly with Apple Maps during autonomous driving. That could be confusing for drivers, who could potentially have both navigation apps open side by side, since CarPlay is expected to run in a window within Tesla's existing software interface. Gurman says that Tesla asked Apple to make engineering changes to Maps to solve the problem. Apple reportedly agreed, and shipped a fix in an iOS 26 update, but adoption of the new software has been slower than usual. Apple last week said that iOS 26 is now running on 74% of iPhones released in the last four years, just behind the 76% that iOS 18 had reached by January 2025. Tesla had originally aimed to add CarPlay by the end of 2025, according to Gurman. It's quite the reversal for Tesla and its CEO Elon Musk, who have long ignored customer requests to implement CarPlay. But the feature is apparently seen as a potential sales driver – Tesla's infotainment system is widely considered the best in the business, but CarPlay is still a must-have for a lot of car buyers. Tags: Mark Gurman, Tesla, Wireless CarPlayThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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11:51 am
Upcoming Low-Cost MacBook May Come in Yellow, Green, Blue, and Pink | MacRumors
Upcoming Low-Cost MacBook May Come in Yellow, Green, Blue, and Pink
Apple has tested a range of playful color options for its upcoming low-cost MacBook, going well beyond the muted tones available on its current laptop lineup, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Writing in his latest Power On newsletter, Gurman says the colors tested so far include light yellow, light green, blue, pink, classic silver, and dark gray, although he says it's unlikely all of them will ship. The palette would make the budget MacBook the most colorful laptop Apple has offered since the polycarbonate MacBook era that ran from 2006 to 2010. As previously reported by Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the low-cost machine will retail for well under $1,000 and run an iPhone chip – potentially the A18 Pro – rather than an M-series processor. It will feature a slightly-under-13-inch display and an aluminum chassis, built using a new, faster manufacturing process that Apple developed to keep costs down, according to Gurman. Apple is targeting the MacBook at students and enterprise users, and is reportedly preparing for a launch event as early as March.Tags: MacBook (A18 Pro), Mark GurmanThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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11:28 am
Future MacBooks May Hide Your Screen From Strangers | MacRumors
Future MacBooks May Hide Your Screen From Strangers
Apple is set to bring built-in privacy screen technology to future MacBooks within the next three years, according to a report from market research firm Omdia (via Ice Universe). The technology Apple is planning to adopt restricts off-axis viewing angles so only someone sitting directly in front of the display can see its contents, while onlookers to the side see a darkened or obscured image. It's similar to the concept behind Samsung's upcoming privacy display feature, which is set to debut on the upcoming Galaxy S26 Ultra. Samsung says it took over five years to develop the feature, which works at the pixel level, combining Flex Magic Pixel OLED hardware with software controls. Rather than applying a blanket filter, users can customize when the privacy mode kicks in – for specific apps, password entry, or notification pop-ups – and adjust the intensity of the viewing angle restriction. It can also be switched off entirely. Samsung describes it as an extension of its Knox security platform, calling it "privacy you can see and security you can feel." Going on patents, Apple has already explored a similar idea – in 2023, the company filed two aimed at preventing "shoulder surfing." One describes a privacy film for curved displays like iPhones that limits light emission to a narrow forward angle, while another outlines adjustable viewing-angle technology for flat screens like Macs uses louvres or liquid crystal elements to restrict side-on visibility. The Omdia report suggests that MacBooks will adopt similar technology by 2029, a timeline that tallies with broader expectations that Apple will transition its MacBook lineup to Samsung-supplied OLED panels over the next few years. The MacBook Pro is widely expected to adopt OLED displays later this year or in early 2027, while the MacBook Air is believed to be next to follow suit. Omdia's projections are based on analyst forecasting rather than insider knowledge, and Apple's patents are no guarantee of a shipping product. However, with Samsung about to debut the technology this year, the pressure is now on Apple to follow.Tags: Omdia, SamsungThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Saturday February 14
03:25 pm
Anker's Weekend Sale Includes Big Savings on Newest Prime Chargers | MacRumors
Anker's Weekend Sale Includes Big Savings on Newest Prime Chargers
Earlier this month, Anker debuted its new Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station with a launch discount on Amazon. If ordered this week, you can clip the on-page coupon on Amazon to get the accessory for $119.99, down from $149.99. 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. 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. Note: You won't see the deal price until checkout. $30 OFFAnker Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station for $119.99 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. You can find this accessory and more on sale in the lists below, and note that as of writing only the new Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station requires an on-page coupon. $60 OFFAnker Prime 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Dock for $339.99 Wall Chargers 6-in-1 USB-C Power Strip - $79.99, down from $109.99 140W 4-Port GaN USB-C Charger - $69.99, down from $99.99 6-in-1 Prime USB-C Charging Station - $79.99, down from $109.99 14-in-1 Prime Thunderbolt 5 Dock - $339.99, down from $399.99 Wireless Chargers Qi2 MagSafe-Compatible Wireless Charger 2-Pack - $25.98, down from $39.99 MagGo Qi2 Portable Wireless Charger - $71.99, down from $89.99 3-in-1 MagSafe-Compatible Charging Station - $89.99, down from $109.99 3-in-1 MagSafe-Compatible Charging Cube - $99.98, down from $149.95 3-in-1 Prime Wireless Charging Station (NEW) - $119.99 with on-page coupon, down from $149.99 Portable Chargers MagGo Nano Power Bank 5,000 mAh - $45.99, down from $54.99 Prime Power Bank 20,100 mAh - $134.99, down from $179.99 SOLIX C300 Power Station with Lantern - $179.99, down from $249.00 SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station - $469.99, down from $799.00 SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station - $799.99, down from $1,499.00 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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Top Stories: iOS 26.3 Released, New Siri Snags, and More | MacRumors
Top Stories: iOS 26.3 Released, New Siri Snags, and More
Apple continued to keep users waiting for new hardware this week, as we've yet to see any of the significant product launches we're expecting to see in the first few months of the year. News on the software side was a bit of a mixed bag this week, with iOS 26.3 and other updates finally seeing their public releases, though they mainly focus on security fixes with only a few user-facing changes. And the highly anticipated iOS 26.4 coming up next might not arrive with everything many users have been hoping for, so read on below for all the details on these stories and more! Top Stories iOS 26.3 Features: Everything New in iOS 26.3 After almost two months of beta testing, Apple finally released iOS 26.3 and related updates to the public this week. As is common for x.3 updates, the changes in these are relatively modest, though there are a number of security improvements and a few new features like a tool to make it easier to transfer from an iPhone to an Android phone, some changes to Weather wallpapers, and more. New Siri Runs Into Problems, Features Could Be Pushed to iOS 26.5 and iOS 27 With iOS 26.3 out the door, the first beta of iOS 26.4 should be arriving soon, but it might come with a catch. While we've been expecting iOS 26.4 to include significant improvements to Siri with a new, more personalized experience, it now sounds like we might not be getting that until iOS 26.5 or even iOS 27. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple has "run into snags" in just the past few weeks as it has been testing the new Siri, and recent internal betas are suggesting Apple is moving many of the new capabilities from iOS 26.4 to iOS 26.5. Apple Stores See iPhone 16e, iPad Air Shortages as New Models Near We're expecting a few Apple hardware releases in the relatively near future, and Apple retail store shortages of iPhone 16e and iPad Air models lining up with circulating rumors may hint at those products being very close to receiving updates. The new iPhone 17e in particular has been viewed as "imminent," and it should bring several improvements over the iPhone 16e, including support for MagSafe charging. Why You Shouldn't Buy the Next MacBook Pro While the entry-level MacBook Pro was updated with the M5 chip last October, we're still waiting for higher-end machines with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips. Those new models should be arriving shortly, but if you're interested in cutting-edge technology, you might want to give those machines a skip. The M5 Pro and M5 Max models will largely just be speed-bumped versions of the current generation, but there's a major revamp coming as soon as later this year with an all-new design, OLED displays with touchscreen capabilities, and more. Apple Expected to Launch These 10+ Products Over the Coming Months While the iPhone 17e and updated iPad Air appear imminent with new MacBook Pro models not far behind, Apple has even more in its near-term pipeline with at least ten new products expected over the next few months. Many of these are iterative updates to existing products, but we're expecting a few all-new ones in the mix as well. Potential delays to the revamped Siri may impact timing of some of them including the new smart home hub and ecosystem, so we'll have to wait to see how that timing plays out. iPhone 18 Pro Max Rumored to Deliver Next-Level Battery Life The iPhone 17 Pro Max is already a battery life king, but the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro Max could take things even further if a known leaker is correct. A recent report claims Apple will be trying to cram a bit more battery capacity into this year's larger Pro model, pushing it up to 5,100 to 5,200 mAh. Apple is reportedly also working to implement a couple of camera improvements on this year's iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, including a variable aperture on the main camera and a wider fixed aperture on the telephoto camera. These potential improvements come as Apple is reportedly seeking to hold the line on pricing despite significant cost increases for certain key components. 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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Three New Apple Home Products Rumored for 2026 | MacRumors
Three New Apple Home Products Rumored for 2026
Apple has a long list of new products rumored for 2026, including a series of home products that will see the company establishing more of a presence in the smart home space. Robots are on the horizon for 2027, but the 2026 releases will be a little tamer. HomePod mini We're expecting a new HomePod mini 2 to launch at any time. Apple isn't going to update the device's design, but we could get new colors. The ‌HomePod mini‌ 2 will have an updated S-series chip based on the Apple Watch Series 10 chip, and there's a possibility for sound improvements and improved real-time computational audio. Apple will also likely upgrade to Bluetooth 5.3 for connectivity improvements, and it could get a second-generation Ultra Wideband chip. The current ‌HomePod mini‌ is $99, and that's not expected to change. Home Hub Apple has been working on a home hub that will serve as a centralized location for all members of the family to control smart home devices, make calls, listen to music, get information like the weather, use Siri, view photos, see a family calendar, and more. Rumors suggest the home hub will have presence sensors to detect when someone is in the room, and an included camera could be able to tell who is speaking to it so that it can pop up a personalized selection of apps and features for each user. The home hub is expected to have Face ID, built-in speakers, and support for Apple Intelligence thanks to an A18 chip. While there won't be a dedicated App Store, the home hub will run Apple apps like Safari, Apple Music, Notes, Calendar, Photos, and Apple News. There are two separate models, including one that's designed to be mounted on the wall and one that has a speaker base that looks like a ‌HomePod mini‌. Security Camera and Doorbell Camera Apple is designing its own indoor security cameras that will connect to Apple Home and interface with the home hub. We've also heard rumors of a potential doorbell camera with ‌Face ID‌ that would be able to connect to a door lock. Any Apple-designed cameras will feature HomeKit Secure Video with end-to-end encryption, but little else is known at this time. There has been mixed information on when we might see Apple's security cameras, but they could come as early as 2026. Launch Timing The ‌HomePod mini‌ and home hub are expected early in the year, likely before WWDC. The cameras, if we get them in 2026, will likely come late in the year. Prior rumors suggested that Apple would release the home hub around the time that the new version of ‌Siri‌ launches. The smarter ‌Siri‌ was expected in iOS 26.4, but it may now be pushed back to iOS 26.5. Read More For more on what to expect from Apple in 2026, we have a dedicated Apple Products guide that lists all of the devices on the horizon. We update it regularly, so it's a useful guide to bookmark and check every now and then to keep up to date with Apple's plans.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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10:59 pm
Is Apple Phasing Out the iWork Brand? | MacRumors
Is Apple Phasing Out the iWork Brand?
With the launch of the Creator Studio subscription app offering, Apple may be phasing out the iWork branding that it has used since 2005 for Pages, Keynote, and Numbers. Apple today removed the iWork section on its website, and the URL now redirects to a more generic "apps" page that features Creator Studio, Apple Arcade, Apple Invites, Image Playground, and other Apple apps. The iWork page that Apple removed was dedicated solely to Pages, Numbers, and Keynote, featuring information on each app along with a link. Apple's apps page offers some of the same information in a dedicated productivity section, but with additional details on the premium features included in Pages, Numbers, and Keynote with Apple Creator Studio. The apps page does not mention the iWork branding at all, suggesting that Apple is no longer referring to the three productivity apps using that term and is instead going to advertise them as Apple Creator Studio apps. Apple's now-removed iWork page It's not clear if Apple is going to phase out "iWork" entirely, and the term is still used across different support documents and guides. It may take time to completely eliminate the all-in-one branding that Apple has used for Pages, Numbers, and Keynote for more than 20 years, or it could still be used in some limited situations. Apple introduced Keynote as a standalone app in 2003, and added Pages in January 2004. A year later, both apps were bundled together under the iWork '05 name, with the software priced at $79. Apple said iWork was a successor to AppleWorks, an office suite that included a word processing app, a database, a drawing app, and a spreadsheet app. The iWork apps were designed from the ground up, and were essentially the Mac equivalent to Microsoft Office. In 2007, iWork '08 gained the Numbers app, and in 2009, iWork '09 included an iWork.com service for sharing documents online (discontinued in 2012 in favor of iCloud). When iWork '09 came out, Apple started selling the apps for $20 each, later adding them to the Mac App Store when it launched in 2011. iOS versions of the iWork apps came in 2010 with the launch of the first iPad, with Apple charging $9.99 each. Apple redesigned the iWork apps for Mac and iOS in 2013, and started offering them for free to Mac buyers. Pages, Keynote, and Numbers remain free today, though there are now upgraded features accessible only through the Apple Creator Studio subscription. Apple Creator Studio is priced at $12.99 per month, and in addition to the iWork apps, it includes access to Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Pixelmator Pro, Motion, Compressor, and MainStage. For Numbers, Pages, and Keynote, Apple Creator Studio adds a content hub with Apple-curated royalty-free photos, premium templates, and themes. There's also a tool to remix image creations right in a document, and a Super Resolution tool for upscaling images. In addition to iWork, Apple has been phasing out other "i" branding terms over the last several years. iBooks and iPhoto are now Apple Books and Photos, respectively, while iTunes has been separated into Apple Music, Apple TV, and Apple Podcasts. Apple still uses "i" branding for iMovie, ‌iCloud‌, iPhone, ‌iPad‌, and iMac. Tag: iWorkThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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10:01 pm
Apple Launching New 'Sales Coach' App | MacRumors
Apple Launching New 'Sales Coach' App
Apple plans to launch a rebranded "Sales Coach" app on the iPhone and iPad later this month, according to a source familiar with the matter. "Sales Coach" will arrive as an update to Apple's existing "SEED" app, and it will continue to provide sales tips and training resources to Apple Store and Apple Authorized Reseller employees around the world. For example, there are articles and videos highlighting everything from reasons to upgrade to a newer iPhone to popular iPad features. Apple is aiming to release the "Sales Coach" app on Monday, February 23, our source said. It will have two major changes compared to the "SEED" app, including an all-new Liquid Glass design, and later an AI chatbot that can provide Apple Store and Apple Authorized Reseller employees with sales tips and product information. When it arrives in a later update, the chatbot will be accessible from the "Ask" tab in the app, and employees will be able to ask it various Apple product knowledge questions. For example, they could ask about the iPhone Air's key features, or inquire about how the Instant Hotspot feature on the Mac works. We have not confirmed if the chatbot uses Apple's own large language model, or if it relies on a third-party platform. "Sales Coach" is also rolling out on the web at salescoach.apple.com. It is an internal tool for Apple sales partners, so it is not publicly accessible. A similar public-facing chatbot has been rolling out in the Apple Support app.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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07:55 pm
Apple Reveals How Many iPhones Are Running iOS 26 | MacRumors
Apple Reveals How Many iPhones Are Running iOS 26
Apple has shared updated iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 adoption figures, revealing how many iPhones and iPads are running those software versions. These adoption numbers are based on iPhones and iPads that transacted on the App Store on February 12, 2026, according to Apple. The statistics are as follows:74% of all iPhones introduced in the last four years are running iOS 26. 66% of all iPhones are running iOS 26. 66% of all iPads introduced in the last four years are running iPadOS 26. 57% of all iPads are running iPadOS 26.Here is how that compares to the iOS 18 adoption figures that Apple shared based on iPhones and iPads that transacted on the App Store on January 21, 2025:76% of all iPhones introduced in the last four years were running iOS 18. 68% of all iPhones were running iOS 18. 63% of all iPads introduced in the last four years were running iPadOS 18. 53% of all iPads were running iPadOS 18.At first glance, the iOS 26 and iOS 18 adoption figures appear to be similar, but this is only because Apple released the iOS 26 statistics later than usual. iOS 26's statistics are based on devices that transacted with the App Store approximately 150 days after the update was released to the public, compared to 127 days for iOS 18. In other words, iOS 26 was available for around three weeks longer by comparison. As was suspected, this means that iOS 26 adoption has officially been slower than iOS 18 adoption, but not to the extent that some earlier, unofficial estimates had claimed. There is no way of knowing exactly why iOS 26 adoption has been slower, but some users have opted to avoid the new Liquid Glass design for now. iPadOS 26 adoption figures are technically higher than iPadOS 18, but again, note that iPadOS 26 benefitted from three extra weeks of availability.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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The MacRumors Show: Revamped Siri Delayed Again? | MacRumors
The MacRumors Show: Revamped Siri Delayed Again?
We discuss the upcoming iPhone 17e and iPad models, as well as Apple's apparent issues finalizing the revamped version of Siri, on this week's episode of The MacRumors Show. Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel for more videos The announcement of the ‌iPhone‌ 17e is said to be "imminent," with stock of the iPhone 16e now dwindling. The new device is rumored to come with four main new features, including the A19 chip from the iPhone 17, MagSafe connectivity, the C1X cellular modem, and the N1 chip for Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and Thread connectivity. New iPads are also on the horizon for the near future. The eighth-generation iPad Air is expected to move to the M4 chip, while the 12th-generation ‌iPad‌ is expected to jump a chip generation up to the A18, which will also enable Apple Intelligence support for the first time on the device. This week's biggest story was the news that Apple has again "run into snags" testing the personalized, smarter version of ‌Siri‌ originally planned for iOS 26.4. Due to the issues, the upcoming ‌Siri‌ features will likely be partially delayed and spread across several upcoming iOS releases. Apple could postpone some or all of the new ‌Siri‌ features until iOS 26.5, an update planned for May, and iOS 27, which will launch this September. Apple announced a significantly upgraded version of ‌Siri‌ powered by ‌Apple Intelligence‌ at its 2024 Worldwide Developers Conference, and it was originally supposed to be part of iOS 18. The following spring, Apple announced that the new ‌Siri‌ would take longer than expected, with the functionality delayed for a year. Since then, Apple has ostensibly been targeting iOS 26.4, which the company will begin beta testing later this month, but there have apparently been unforeseen problems: ‌Siri‌ sometimes doesn't properly process queries and can take too long to respond to requests. Apple engineers have been told to use iOS 26.5 for further internal testing, suggesting the new ‌Siri‌ features will be delayed until that update. Employees that are testing iOS 26.5 say the update includes all of the features Apple promised, including personalization, onscreen awareness, and the ability for ‌Siri‌ to do more in and between apps, but not all of the features are working reliably and there are problems with accuracy. ‌Siri‌ also apparently sometimes falls back on using ChatGPT for information instead of relying on the Gemini-powered technology that Apple has partnered with Google to use, even when the new version of ‌Siri‌ is capable of handling a user's request. Apple also planned to include features that haven't yet been announced, such as options to generate images with Image Playground or search the web. Image generation and web search were tested as part of iOS 26.4, and it's possible they will still be included in the update, so Apple might still be able to release some of the new ‌Siri‌ functionality. Bloomberg says the situation is "fluid," though, so Apple's plans could change, and executives are reluctant to further delay the ‌Siri‌ functionality beyond spring 2026. There are still major changes planned for ‌Siri‌ as part of iOS 27, with Apple aiming to add chatbot functionality to better compete with the likes of like Gemini and ChatGPT. This new version of ‌Siri‌ will also reportedly have deeper integration with apps and Apple's operating systems. 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 all of the new Macs Apple is expected to release this year, starting with the M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro. 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.Tag: The MacRumors ShowThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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05:06 pm
Text Shortcuts You Should Be Using on iPhone and Mac | MacRumors
Text Shortcuts You Should Be Using on iPhone and Mac
Apple's autocorrect on iPhone and iPad always aims to help when you're typing a message, but it's by no means perfect, and some of the replacements it continually spews out can be frustrating. Fortunately, Apple's software includes a feature called Text Replacement that allows you to specify what word or phrase replaces the specific text you type in. Even if you haven't set up Text Replacement, you can try it out with Apple's pre-set example: In any app that accepts text input, type "Omw" followed by a space, and it will change to "On my way!" automatically. The following steps guide you through the process of setting up your own handy shortcut phrases with text replacements on both iOS devices and Mac. How to Set Up Text Replacement on iPhone Launch the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad. Tap General ➝ Keyboard. Tap Text Replacement. Tap the plus (+) button in the top-right corner of the screen. On the next screen, fill in the "Phrase" field with the text you want to appear every time you type your shortcut. In the "Shortcut" field, input the text of your choice that you want to be replaced by the phrase above. Tap Save in the top-right corner to finish. How to Set Up Text Replacement on Mac The following steps work on Macs running macOS Ventura and later. On your Mac, click the  logo in the top-left corner of the menu bar at the top of the screen and select System Settings.... Scroll down and select Keyboard in the sidebar. Under "Text Input," click Text Replacements.... Click the + button to add a text replacement. In the "Replace" column, enter the text that you want replaced with something else. In the "With" column, type the replacement text that you want it to change to. If you're using the same Apple account across all of your Apple devices, any Text Replacements that you add on your Mac will be automatically synced to your iPhone and/or iPad, and vice versa.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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04:47 pm
Apple Now Testing Flip-Style Foldable iPhone | MacRumors
Apple Now Testing Flip-Style Foldable iPhone
Apple is testing a different kind of foldable iPhone with a flip-style design, according to a known leaker based in Asia. Citing supposedly verifiable supply chain information, the Weibo user known as "Fixed Focus Digital" says that Apple has tested a flip-style foldable ‌iPhone‌. Such a device would compete with devices such as Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 7 and the modern-day Motorola Razr. The rumored flip-device comes in addition to the wide foldable ‌iPhone‌ that is expected to launch later this year. Whether the flip-style foldable ‌iPhone‌ will reach mass production is apparently yet to be decided. Earlier this month, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said that Apple is "exploring" the idea of a foldable ‌iPhone‌ with a "square, clamshell-style" design. The clamshell ‌iPhone‌ would be released at some point after Apple's first foldable iPhone, which is expected to open up like a book, similar to Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7. This design will provide users with a large inner display for watching videos and gaming, and there will likely be multitasking functionality. A clamshell ‌iPhone‌, on the other hand, would be more about portability and pocketability. 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 in the fall.Tags: Fixed Focus Digital, Foldable iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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04:43 pm
Five iPhone 18 Pro Features Revealed in New Report | MacRumors
Five iPhone 18 Pro Features Revealed in New Report
While the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are still seven months away, an analyst has revealed five new features the devices will allegedly have. Rumored color options for the iPhone 18 Pro models In a research note with investment firm GF Securities on Thursday, analyst Jeff Pu outlined the following upgrades for the iPhone 18 Pro models: Smaller Dynamic Island: It has been rumored that Face ID's flood illuminator will be moved under the screen on the iPhone 18 Pro models, paving the way for a smaller Dynamic Island on the devices. Variable Aperture: The main 48-megapixel Fusion camera on both iPhone 18 Pro models is rumored to have a variable aperture, which would allow users to control the amount of light that passes through the camera's lens and reaches the sensor. This would provide greater control over depth of field. However, given that iPhones have smaller image sensors due to smartphone size constraints, it is unclear exactly how meaningful this improvement would be. A20 Pro Chip: Apple's next-generation A20 Pro chip is expected to use TSMC's first-generation 2nm process, whereas the A19 Pro chip is 3nm. With a 2nm architecture and a new packaging design, the A20 Pro chip should deliver solid year-over-year performance and power efficiency gains. N2 Chip: All of the iPhone 17 and iPhone Air models are equipped with an Apple-designed N1 chip that enables Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread. Apple says the N1 chip also improves the overall performance and reliability of features like Personal Hotspot and AirDrop. iPhone 18 Pro models are expected to have Apple's next-generation N2 chip, but is not yet known what improvements would come with this upgrade. C2 Modem: Apple's custom C1 cellular modem for 5G and LTE debuted in the iPhone 16e last year, and that was followed by a C1X chip in the iPhone Air. Apple says the C1X modem is up to twice as fast as the C1 modem, and the most power-efficient modem in an iPhone ever. The improvements should continue with Apple's third-generation C2 modem in the iPhone 18 Pro models. These are only some of the new features and changes planned for the iPhone 18 Pro models, with additional ones outlined in our iPhone 18 roundup. Apple is expected to release the iPhone 18 Pro models in September.Related Roundup: iPhone 18Tag: Jeff PuRelated Forum: iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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02:57 pm
Best Apple Deals of the Week: AirPods and Apple Watch Low Prices Arrive on Amazon | MacRumors
Best Apple Deals of the Week: AirPods and Apple Watch Low Prices Arrive on Amazon
We're recapping this week's best Apple-related deals below, and it includes solid discounts on AirPods 4, AirPods Pro 3, Apple Watch Series 11, and a few sales from Samsung and Satechi. 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 What's the deal? Take $30 off AirPods 4 and $39 off AirPods Pro 3 Where can I get it? Amazon $30 OFFAirPods 4 for $99.00 $39 OFFAirPods Pro 3 for $209.99 Apple's AirPods 4 returned to $99.00 this week, down from $129.00. This is the base model of the AirPods 4 without Active Noise Cancellation, and it's the best price we've seen on this model so far in 2026. We're also tracking a solid second-best price on the AirPods Pro 3 on Amazon, available for $209.99, down from $249.00. 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. This time around, we're tracking these record low prices on nearly every aluminum model. Samsung What's the deal? Save on Samsung monitors, TVs, and more Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $300 OFFSamsung 32-Inch Smart Monitor M9 for $1,299.99 Samsung this week introduced a few big discounts on its monitors, TVs, and more this week on Amazon, including the return of the all-time low price on the newest Smart Monitor. You can get the 32-inch Smart Monitor M9 for $1,299.99, down from $1,599.99. In addition to the Smart Monitor M9 sale, Amazon is offering extra savings if you purchase multiple select Samsung products this week. Purchasing two products from this landing page will get you an additional $100 off, three will get you $300 off, four will get you $400 off, and five will get you $500 off your total. Satechi What's the deal? Take 20% off Satechi accessories Where can I get it? Satechi Where can I find the original deal? Right here Note: Use code ESSENTIALS20 to see this discount. 20% OFFSatechi's Essentials Sale Satechi recently kicked off a new sale that has essential accessories at 20 percent off for a limited time. To get this discount, enter the code ESSENTIALS20 at checkout on the accessories found in Satechi's "Essentials Tech Upgrade" collection. 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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01:47 pm
macOS Tahoe Finder Bug Underscores Apple's Slipping UI Polish | MacRumors
macOS Tahoe Finder Bug Underscores Apple's Slipping UI Polish
Apple released macOS Tahoe last September, but despite two point updates since then, it is still struggling to resolve an embarrassing interface issue in Finder that appears to have been introduced with its Liquid Glass redesign. If you updated your Mac to macOS Tahoe and you prefer to work in Finder's column view, there's a good chance you've been frustrated by the glitch, which developer Jeff Johnson has been admirably tracking over on his blog. Scroll bar blocking column resize handles (Original image: Jeff Johnson) At the bottom of each Finder column are handy little resize handles allowing you to expand or reduce each column as you see fit. But in macOS 26 and macOS 26.2, when scroll bars are set to "always show," the horizontal scroll bar at the bottom overlaps and covers those handles, so you can't click them to adjust column widths the way you could in earlier macOS versions like Sequoia. Scroll bar occluding column content (Original image: Jeff Johnson) With the recent release of macOS 26.3, Apple attempted a fix. The vertical scrollers were shortened so the resizing widgets now sit above the horizontal bar and are technically clickable again. Unfortunately though, as Johnson points out, the horizontal scroll bar still overlaps file names in the view, causing it to regularly obscure content. Moreover, if you hide the path bar and status bar, the layout leaves a weird amount of empty space below the scrollers, making the whole thing look unfinished (see image below). Column resize handles suspended in mid-air (Original image: Jeff Johnson) Johnson's take is basically that while the most disruptive bug is less bad now, the overall column view layout still feels half-baked – especially for anyone who keeps scroll bars always visible. As Daring Fireball's John Gruber points out, it's an embarrassing fudge for a company that used to pride itself on pixel-perfect settings across its Mac operating system. ‌macOS Tahoe‌ 26.4 is likely to be released in March or April, and could introduce some new Siri features, though at least some of the capabilities that we were expecting may have been delayed, depending on who you believe. The update is also expected to introduce new emoji characters.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Meta Plans 'Name Tag' Facial Recognition for Ray-Ban Smart Glasses | MacRumors
Meta Plans 'Name Tag' Facial Recognition for Ray-Ban Smart Glasses
Meta plans to add a facial recognition feature to its Ray-Ban smart glasses as soon as this year, reports The New York Times ($). According to people involved in the plans who spoke to the publication, the feature is internally called "Name Tag," and would let wearers identify people and get information about them via Meta's artificial intelligence assistant. Mark Zuckerberg reportedly wants the feature to differentiate the devices and to make the AI assistant in the glasses more useful. According to an internal document seen by NYT, Facebook's parent company has been in discussions since early last year about releasing the feature, which carries obvious civil liberty and privacy risks. Based on the document, dated to last May, the company originally planned to release Name Tag to attendees of a conference for the blind – which did not happen – before releasing it to the general public. The internal memo also said the "political tumult" in the United States was good timing for the feature's release. NYT quoting from the document out of Meta's Reality Labs: "We will launch during a dynamic political environment where many civil society groups that we would expect to attack us would have their resources focused on other concerns."The plan is a turnaround for the company – five years ago, Facebook shut down its facial recognition system for tagging people in photos on its social network, citing a need to find "the right balance" for a technology that raises privacy and legal concerns. This isn't the first time it has considered adding facial recognition to a consumer product either. Technical challenges and ethical concerns reportedly prevented the feature from making it into Meta's first version of its Ray-Ban smart glasses, which have proven successful since they debuted in 2021. EssilorLuxottica, which works with Meta to make the glasses, said this week that it sold more than seven million units in 2025. Meta is still said to be exploring who should be recognizable through the technology. Possible options reportedly include recognizing people a user knows via a Meta platform, and identifying people whom they may not know but who have a public account on a Meta site like Instagram. What Name Tag reportedly won't allow users to do is look up literally anyone they encounter. In a statement given to NYT, Meta said: "We're building products that help millions of people connect and enrich their lives. While we frequently hear about the interest in this type of feature – and some products already exist in the market – we're still thinking through options and will take a thoughtful approach if and before we roll anything out."Meta's smart glasses have already been used to identify people in public. In 2024, two Harvard students used Ray-Ban Meta glasses alongside the facial recognition service PimEyes to identify strangers on the Boston subway, and later posted a video of the experiment that went viral. Meta responded by emphasizing that the glasses included a small white LED on the top-right corner of the frame to signal when recording is taking place. Meta is apparently also working on so-called "super-sensing" glasses that continually run cameras and sensors to keep a record of someone's day. According to a Bloomberg report last year, Apple is planning to launch a set of smart glasses by the end of this year. The glasses will be comparable to Meta's Ray-Bans and Google's Android XR glasses, "but better made." Apple's smart glasses are expected to include cameras, microphones, and AI capabilities, and will have the ability to take photos, record video, provide translations, give turn-by-turn directions, and more. However, they won't have augmented reality capabilities.Tags: Apple Smart Glasses, MetaThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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AppleCare+ Coverage Launches in Indonesia | MacRumors
AppleCare+ Coverage Launches in Indonesia
Apple today announced the launch of AppleCare+ coverage in Indonesia, bringing the option of additional hardware protection and technical support to customers across the country. Most Apple products come with a one-year limited warranty that covers hardware failures and manufacturing defects, and up to 90 days of complimentary technical support. AppleCare+ extends coverage for devices like iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Pro Display XDR, and Apple TV, including accidental damage protection for incidents like drops and spills, battery replacement when capacity drops below 80 percent, and 24/7 priority access to support. "AppleCare brings peace of mind and mind to our customers, with comprehensive protection for their products and support from Apple experts," said Kaiann Drance, Apple's vice president for Worldwide iPhone Product Marketing. "Today's launch is part of our ongoing commitment to expand access to AppleCare coverage and deliver the best experience for our customers around the world."AppleCare+ in Indonesia extends Apple's paid support and repair coverage through its network of Apple Authorized Service Providers. Customers can use mail-in or in-store repairs for supported Apple products, and Mac users may be eligible for onsite service. Global repair coverage also allows customers traveling abroad to obtain service through Apple's international network, subject to local parts and service availability. AppleCare Protection Plan coverage can be purchased when ordering a qualifying device and within 12 months of purchase. Customers in Indonesia can learn more about AppleCare+ options in their country by visiting Apple's regional AppleCare+ webpage.Tags: AppleCare, IndonesiaThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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What's Next for the Mac Studio | MacRumors
What's Next for the Mac Studio
Apple is working on an updated version of the Mac Studio, and the new machine is expected to launch in the first half of 2026. We've rounded up what we know about the next-generation ‌Mac Studio‌ so far. Design We're not expecting Apple to redesign the ‌Mac Studio‌, and there haven't been rumors of a design update. The ‌Mac Studio‌ will continue to have an Apple TV or Mac mini-like squircle design with rounded corners. The ‌Mac Studio‌ is a much more compact desktop than the Mac Pro, measuring in at 3.7 inches tall and 7.7 inches wide. Apple has apparently put the ‌Mac Pro‌ on the backburner, and the ‌Mac Studio‌ is seen as the future of Mac desktop computing. M5 Max and M5 Ultra Chips We're expecting the ‌Mac Studio‌ to adopt M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips. The M5 Max chip will offer much faster CPU and GPU performance than the M5 chip that came out last October, and the M5 Ultra will double the M5 Max performance. Signs of the M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips were spotted in the recent iOS 26.3 release candidate. Faster SSD The M5 MacBook Pro models were updated with a faster SSD, so the ‌Mac Studio‌ and other Macs coming in 2026 could get the same refresh. Studio Display 2 Apple debuted the first Studio Display alongside the ‌Mac Studio‌, and there is a new Studio Display 2 rumored to be coming this year. We could get the new display alongside the new ‌Mac Studio‌. The Studio Display 2 is expected to look like the current model, but it could get a faster 90Hz refresh rate, a mini-LED display, and an A19 chip. Pricing There haven't been rumors of pricing increases for the ‌Mac Studio‌, so it could continue to start at $1,999. Release Timing Last weekend, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said that new ‌Mac Studio‌ models "shouldn't arrive too long after the spring Mac refresh," which is expected to include new ‌MacBook Pro‌ models. New ‌MacBook Pro‌ models could come as early as the week of March 2, so the ‌Mac Studio‌ will come sometime after that date.Related Roundup: Mac StudioBuyer's Guide: Mac Studio (Neutral)Related Forum: Mac StudioThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple Wins Third Jury Trial Against Optis, Avoiding Hundreds of Millions in Patent Damages | MacRumors
Apple Wins Third Jury Trial Against Optis, Avoiding Hundreds of Millions in Patent Damages
Apple did not infringe on any patents owned by Texas-based company Optis Wireless, a jury ruled today. In a verdict shared by Reuters, the jury decided that Apple did not infringe any of the five LTE patents that Optis sued over back in 2019. If Optis had won, Apple could have faced hundreds of millions in damages. Optis Wireless initially won $506 million from Apple in a 2020 jury trial, but the damages were thrown out after Apple appealed because the jury didn't calculate damages with an understanding of fair and reasonable essential patent (FRAND) terms. A second jury trial was held in 2021 to recalculate damages, and the jury awarded Optis $300 million. Apple again appealed, and the appeals court vacated the $300 million verdict because the district court provided the jury with incorrect instructions. Apple and Optis were sent back to court for a third jury trial, which leads to today's verdict. With the jury finding in Apples favor, Apple owes Optis nothing. In a statement to Reuters, Apple said it was pleased the jury rejected Optis's infringement claims. "We thank the jury for their time, and we're pleased they rejected Optis' false claims. Optis makes no products, and its sole business is to sue companies, which it has done repeatedly to Apple in an attempt to obtain an excessive payout." Optis is likely to appeal the ruling, sending it back to the appeals court again. Apple is also fighting Optis in the UK, where a UK court ordered Apple to pay $502 million. Apple appealed the decision and the UK Supreme Court will hear the case in June 2026.Tags: Patent Lawsuits, Patent TrialsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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11:35 pm
Apple Confirms Revamped Siri is Still Coming in 2026 | MacRumors
Apple Confirms Revamped Siri is Still Coming in 2026
Apple is still planning to launch the smarter, more capable version of Siri in 2026, the company told CNBC today. Apple's statement comes just a day after Bloomberg reported Apple is having issues with the updated version of ‌Siri‌, leading to potential delays of the feature. Apple initially intended to launch the Apple Intelligence-powered version of ‌Siri‌ in spring 2025, but right around when a debut was expected in March 2025, Apple said that Siri wasn't ready and needed more time. Later in the year, Apple said that it would launch its Siri update in 2026. Though Apple never gave a timeline more specific than "2026," Bloomberg said the company was aiming to include Siri in iOS 26.4, an update planned for spring 2026. Bloomberg's latest report suggests the ‌Siri‌ functionality will not be ready in time to be included in iOS 26.4, so the new features could be pushed to iOS 26.5 or iOS 27. Apple may miss its internal target for the 2026 ‌Siri‌ launch, but since the company never publicly gave timing beyond 2026, there's no actual delay yet. Apple has until December 2026 to launch ‌Siri‌ within the timeframe that it promised in summer of 2025. Back in June 2024, Apple previewed three new ‌Siri‌ features, including onscreen awareness, personal context, and the ability to do more in and between apps. Apple has since started working on additional ‌Siri‌ features like image generation and a tool for searching the web. In Apple's testing, ‌Siri‌ apparently sometimes doesn't process queries properly, and can take too long to respond to requests. Features are not working as intended, so ‌Siri‌'s new capabilities could roll out across several updates. We could still get one or two new ‌Siri‌ features in iOS 26.4, with other features set to come in future updates slated for 2026. There are still several iOS 26 updates planned for 2026, and iOS 27 will launch in September 2026. Apple provided CNBC with a statement because the company's stock dropped five percent today, both due to the ‌Siri‌ delay rumors and FTC scrutiny over Apple News. Apple is likely to release the first beta of iOS 26.4 later this month, giving us more insight into the ‌Siri‌ launch situation.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Tag: SiriRelated Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Sony Launches $330 WF-1000XM6 Earbuds to Take on AirPods Pro 3 | MacRumors
Sony Launches $330 WF-1000XM6 Earbuds to Take on AirPods Pro 3
Sony today announced a new set of earbuds that are designed to compete with the AirPods Pro 3. The $330 WF-1000XM6 Truly Wireless Earbuds feature Active Noise Cancellation with a 25 percent reduction in noise compared to the prior-generation XM5 earbuds, with improved performance in the mid-to-high frequency range that's common in everyday environments. The earbuds use Sony's HD Noise Canceling Processor QN3e with an adaptive noise canceling optimizer and four microphones on each earbud to detect sound to cut out. The earbuds analyze external noise and wearing conditions in real time to improve noise canceling performance. Sony's XM6 earbuds are smaller than the ‌AirPods Pro 3‌ because there is no stem, and they include noise isolating silicone ear tips with a USB-C charging case. Sony redesigned the earbuds with a more ergonomic shape that's meant to follow the natural curves of the inner ear to reduce discomfort, and the XM6 is 11 percent slimmer than the XM5. The updated design also reduces internal noises like footsteps and chewing sounds. The battery in the XM6 earbuds lasts for up to eight hours, and the charging case provides an additional 24 hours. More processing power delivers better sound, and Sony says the earbuds have a new driver unit that combines different materials on the dome and the edge. The soft edge offers deep bass, while the rigid dome provides clear and extended high frequencies. Sony is also using AI to restore compressed files in real time to improve sound quality. For phone calls, there are two microphones and a bone conduction sensor on each side, with the earbuds using AI beamforming to isolate and capture the wearer's voice even in crowded environments. Sony offers Adaptive Sound Control, Auto Play, multi-device support, and integrated voice assistance, with Google Gemini Live built in. Reviews suggest the WF-1000XM6 earbuds are almost on par with the ‌AirPods Pro 3‌ when it comes to noise cancellation. According to SoundGuys, the XM6 had an 88 percent average reduction in loudness across all frequencies, just behind the 90 percent average of the ‌AirPods Pro 3‌. Passive isolation was better than the ‌AirPods Pro 3‌ passive sound reduction. Engadget felt that Sony's earbuds struggled with human voices and had fit issues, but The Verge said the earbuds tuned out conversations better than other ANC earbuds, including the ‌AirPods Pro 3‌. TechRadar said the ‌AirPods Pro 3‌ had noticeably better ANC, Business Insider preferred the XM6 noise canceling, and CNET said the XM6 offered better sound quality than the ‌AirPods Pro 3‌. Sony's new earbuds are available from the Sony website for $330.Tag: SonyThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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All Deployments – Entra 504 Gateway timeouts | Duo Security
All Deployments – Entra 504 Gateway timeouts
Feb 23, 10:04 ESTInvestigating - We are currently investigating an issue where 504 Gateway timeouts are present when accessing Entra when Duo is called for MFA.
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LAX (Los Angeles) on 2026-02-23 | CloudFlare
LAX (Los Angeles) on 2026-02-23
Feb 23, 14:30 UTCIn progress - Scheduled maintenance is currently in progress. We will provide updates as necessary.Feb 23, 14:24 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in LAX (Los Angeles) datacenter on 2026-02-23 between 14:30 and 16:00 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 Deployments]: Duo Phone Call Authentication Failures for US Region | Duo Security
[US Deployments]: Duo Phone Call Authentication Failures for US Region
Feb 23, 09:02 ESTInvestigating - We are currently investigating an issue causing an abnormal phone call authentication success rate for the US region.Please check back here or subscribe to updates for any changes.
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UPDATE: **Summary** Google Chat is experiencing Issue with creating a new conversations **Description** Our engineering team continues to investigate the issue. We will provide an update by Monday, 2026-02-23 00:45 PST with current details. We apologize to all who are affected by the disruption. **Customer Symptoms** Users may experience errors when attempting to create new conversations or spaces in Google Chat. Existing conversations remain functional. **Workaround** None at the moment | Google Apps
UPDATE: **Summary** Google Chat is experiencing Issue with creating a new conversations **Description** Our engineering team continues to investigate the issue. We will provide an update by Monday, 2026-02-23 00:45 PST with current details. We apologize to all who are affected by the disruption. **Customer Symptoms** Users may experience errors when attempting to create new conversations or spaces in Google Chat. Existing conversations remain functional. **Workaround** None at the moment
Incident began at 2026-02-23 06:32 (times are in Coordinated Universal Time (UTC)).Summary Google Chat is experiencing Issue with creating a new conversations Description Our engineering team continues to investigate the issue. We will provide an update by Monday, 2026-02-23 00:45 PST with current details. We apologize to all who are affected by the disruption. Customer Symptoms Users may experience errors when attempting to create new conversations or spaces in Google Chat. Existing conversations remain functional. Workaround None at the moment Affected products: Google Chat
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IAH (Houston) on 2026-02-23 | CloudFlare
IAH (Houston) on 2026-02-23
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 23, 15:30 UTC - Feb 24, 00:00 UTCFeb 23, 02:22 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in IAH (Houston) datacenter between 2026-02-23 15:30 and 2026-02-24 00:00 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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MAN (Manchester) on 2026-02-23 | CloudFlare
MAN (Manchester) on 2026-02-23
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 23, 02:00 - 06:30 UTCFeb 23, 01:12 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in MAN (Manchester) datacenter on 2026-02-23 between 02:00 and 06:30 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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Sunday February 22
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Analytics Engine API Increased 500s | CloudFlare
Analytics Engine API Increased 500s
Feb 22, 19:36 UTCInvestigating - Cloudflare is aware of and investigating an issue impacting the Analytics Engine API. Users may be experiencing an increase of 500 errors when querying. We are working to analyze and mitigate this problem. More updates to follow shortly.
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Saturday February 21
03:20 pm
Emerging Service Issue – Cloud Manager Login – All Regions | Linode
Emerging Service Issue – Cloud Manager Login – All Regions
Feb 21, 15:20 UTCInvestigating - Our team is investigating an emerging service issue affecting the ability to login to linode.com or Cloud Manager in all regions. We will share additional updates as we have more information.
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12:53 am
Mexico SMS Carrier Partner Maintenance | Twilio
Mexico SMS Carrier Partner Maintenance
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 26, 20:00 PST - Feb 27, 04:00 PSTFeb 20, 16:38 PSTScheduled - Our SMS carrier partner in Mexico is conducting a planned maintenance from 26 February 2026 at 20:00 PST until 27 February 2026 at 04:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to and from Mexico handsets via subset of Mexico long codes.
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Friday February 20
11:53 pm
BGW (Baghdad) on 2026-02-24 | CloudFlare
BGW (Baghdad) on 2026-02-24
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 24, 14:45 - 18:45 UTCFeb 20, 23:52 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in BGW (Baghdad) datacenter on 2026-02-24 between 14:45 and 18:45 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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FUK (Fukuoka) on 2026-02-23 | CloudFlare
FUK (Fukuoka) on 2026-02-23
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 23, 17:30 - 22:00 UTCFeb 20, 23:32 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in FUK (Fukuoka) datacenter on 2026-02-23 between 17:30 and 22:00 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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MIA (Miami) on 2026-02-24
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 24, 08:30 - 11:30 UTCFeb 20, 20:00 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in MIA (Miami) datacenter on 2026-02-24 between 08:30 and 11:30 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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Airtable Authentication Expiring | Zapier
Airtable Authentication Expiring
Status: IdentifiedAirtable is currently running into an incident which is causing downstream effects within Zapier. Airtable triggers are currently seeing slight delays and authentication errors. You can follow their status page for updates: https://status.airtable.com/ If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to our support team. https://zapier.com/app/get-help
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Elevated errors on one.one.one.one landing page | CloudFlare
Elevated errors on one.one.one.one landing page
Feb 20, 18:47 UTCInvestigating - Customers are experiencing elevated 403 errors on 1.1.1.1 landing page. DNS resolution using Public DNS resolver 1.1.1.1 is not impacted. Cache purge and Debugging page is impacted.
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Cloudflare is investigating connectivity issues | CloudFlare
Cloudflare is investigating connectivity issues
Feb 20, 18:45 UTCInvestigating - We are investigating reported connectivity issues blocking users from accessing some sites through Cloudflare One
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05:52 pm
Russia SMS Carrier Maintenance – MegaFon | Twilio
Russia SMS Carrier Maintenance – MegaFon
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 25, 12:00 - 16:00 PSTFeb 20, 09:52 PSTScheduled - The MegaFon network in Russia is conducting a planned maintenance from 25 February 2026 at 12:00 PST until 25 February 2026 at 16:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to MegaFon Russia handsets when sending via long codes and short codes.
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HAM (Hamburg) on 2026-02-25 | CloudFlare
HAM (Hamburg) on 2026-02-25
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 25, 01:00 - 06:00 UTCFeb 20, 16:54 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in HAM (Hamburg) datacenter on 2026-02-25 between 01:00 and 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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YYZ (Toronto) on 2026-02-24
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 24, 08:00 - 13:00 UTCFeb 20, 17:00 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in YYZ (Toronto) datacenter on 2026-02-24 between 08:00 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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YYZ (Toronto) on 2026-02-23
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 23, 08:00 - 13:00 UTCFeb 20, 17:00 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in YYZ (Toronto) datacenter on 2026-02-23 between 08:00 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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Twilio Flex TaskRouter – Maintenance | Twilio
Twilio Flex TaskRouter – Maintenance
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 3, 20:30 - 22:30 PSTFeb 20, 08:34 PSTScheduled - We’re conducting a planned maintenance in US1 between 8:30 pm and 10:30 pm Pacific Time on 03/03/2026. During the switchover, all the Flex TaskRouter APIs may return 5xx errors for around 1 minute.
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Mo’Beats speaker/stand is tailor made for an iPad

iLuv Creative Technology’s (http://www.i-luv.com) Mo’Beats Wireless Stereo Speaker Stand (iSP245) is an US$99.99 wireless speaker/stand that fits perfectly with the iPad (both in design and aesthetics) and has respectable audio quality.

It’s built to allow you to enjoy music, movies and TV shows on the go. And it does that, though the volume isn’t substantial or the sound pristine. Then again it’s a relatively small, wireless speaker, so no one should buy the Mo’Beats expecting Bose speaker output.

Sorenson Squeeze 8 is a hands-down winner

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If you work with video, chances are that Sorenson Squeeze (www.sorensonmedia.com) is one of your go-to items for compression and, as the hardware improves, it makes sense that the software moves forward with it. Sorenson Squeeze 8 brings performance without limiting you to making videos anchored to a desk.

Consumer Watchdog wins right to oppose $22.5 million Google settlement

A U.S. District Court Judge has granted Consumer Watchdog (www.ConsumerWatchdog.org ) the right to oppose Google’s record US$22.5 million settlement with the Federal Trade Commission because it allows the Internet giant to deny any wrongdoing.

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