Apple Releases Second macOS Tahoe 26.4 Public Beta
Apple today provided public beta testers with the second release of an upcoming macOS Tahoe 26.4 update for testing purposes. The public beta comes a day after Apple provided the beta to developers, and a week after Apple seeded the first beta. After signing up for beta testing on Apple's beta site, public beta testers can download the updates using the Software Update section in the System Settings app. ‌macOS Tahoe‌ 26.4 includes several new features. The Compact tab layout has been reimplemented in Safari for those who missed having the option in earlier versions of ‌macOS Tahoe‌, and there is a new Charge Limit feature that lets Mac users select a maximum charge level that ranges from 80 percent to 100 percent. Apple silicon Mac users will see now see warnings about apps that are still using Rosetta 2, because Apple is phasing out Rosetta after macOS 27. ‌macOS Tahoe‌ is also the final version of macOS that will run on Intel-based Macs, and Apple is working to remove all lingering Intel features. We could see additional features in upcoming versions of ‌macOS Tahoe‌ 26.4, such as new emoji characters. Apple is expected to test the update for the next several weeks, with a launch planned for the spring.Related Roundup: macOS TahoeRelated Forum: macOS TahoeThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 Public Beta 2 Now Available
Apple today provided public beta testers with the second releases of upcoming iOS 26.4, iPadOS 26.4, tvOS 26.4, and watchOS 26.4 updates for testing purposes. The public betas come a day after Apple provided the betas to developers, and a week after Apple released the first public betas. Anyone can download and install public betas, and all that's required is to sign up on Apple's beta site. Once you've opted in, the software can be downloaded through the Software Update section in the Settings app on each device. iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 include a long list of new features, though the first betas do not include new Siri capabilities. Rumors suggest Apple has pushed the new, Apple Intelligence version of ‌Siri‌ back, so we may or may not see updated ‌Siri‌ functionality in these betas. Apple added a new Playlist Playground feature to Apple Music, allowing users to generate playlists with a text-based prompt. Users can create playlists based on an idea, mood, feeling, time period, and more. ‌Apple Music‌ also features a Concerts Near You feature and an updated look for albums and playlists with full-page artwork. Apple Podcasts includes native video podcast streaming capabilities. The feature uses HLS streaming to provide a high-quality viewing experience, and video podcasts are being more deeply integrated into the Podcasts app. Apple is testing end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for RCS messages. The beta is limited to iPhone-to-iPhone ‌RCS‌ messages when iMessage is turned off, but eventually, E2EE will be available for iPhone to Android text message conversations. Encrypted ‌RCS‌ and iMessage conversations feature a lock icon in iOS 26.4. Other new features include an updated Apple Account hub for the App Store and ‌Apple Music‌, an ambient music widget, and a compact tab bar option in Safari in iPadOS 26.4. All of the changes that we've found in the beta so far are listed in our iOS 26.4 feature guide.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Tim Cook Reflects on Joining Apple and Steve Jobs
In an August 2024 letter published by The Steve Jobs Archive today, Tim Cook reflected on joining Apple and what he learned from working with Steve Jobs. Jobs convinced Cook to join Apple in 1998, to help turn around the company:I'll never forget that first conversation with Steve. At the time, Apple had been struggling and Steve was working to right a ship that had drifted in his absence. Many people doubted the company could survive, and I was warned that accepting a job there would come with risks. But when Steve spoke, any trepidation I harbored instantly dissolved. I had never met someone with so much passion and vision. He spoke with charisma and clarity—about a future where technology could unlock a wellspring of human creativity and potential, connecting us and uplifting us in ways even he had yet to imagine.Cook said joining Apple was the best decision he ever made:In Steve, I found an incredible mentor who inspired me to grow and challenge myself in new and important ways. And in joining Apple, I traded a job for a purpose, one that still drives me to this very day. It truly was the greatest decision I've ever made.The Steve Jobs Archive shared letters from many additional influential leaders today, including Apple's former design chief Jony Ive, Disney CEO Bob Iger, famous designer Dieter Rams, and others. The letters had previously only been shared with The Steve Jobs Archive fellows. There is also a new introductory letter from Laurene Powell Jobs. The Steve Jobs Archive released the letters on what would have been Jobs' 71st birthday. They are available on the web and in the Apple Books app for free. The Steve Jobs Archive was launched by Jobs' friends and family in 2022. The website features a collection of quotes, photos, videos, and emails from Jobs, and offers fellowships to young creators looking to follow in his footsteps.Tags: Steve Jobs, Tim CookThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Sonos Planning Another App Overhaul With Live Activities Support
Sonos is preparing a major update to its app that aims to simplify navigation and introduce iPhone Lock Screen controls using Live Activities, part of a broader effort to rebuild confidence after the company's troubled 2024 software overhaul, Bloomberg reports. Sonos plans to roll out a series of optional changes to its ‌iPhone‌ and Android app in the coming months, with the company focusing on usability improvements, navigation, and more accessible playback controls. The update is expected to arrive gradually rather than as a sweeping redesign, reflecting a different release strategy following the company's widely criticized 2024 app relaunch. Sonos CEO Tom Conrad recently demonstrated early versions of the revised interface during a meeting at the company's headquarters in Goleta, California. He admitted to Bloomberg that the current version of the app still contains several usability issues despite improvements made over the past year. While the final design is still evolving, the goal is to reduce friction in common tasks such as switching rooms, managing playback, and accessing frequently used controls. A notable change being developed specifically for iOS involves adding Lock Screen playback controls for Sonos speakers. The feature is already available on Android devices, where users can control music without opening the Sonos app. On the ‌iPhone‌, Sonos plans to implement similar functionality using Apple's Live Activities feature. Live Activities were introduced in iOS 16 as part of the system's Lock Screen and Dynamic Island experience. The framework allows apps to display continuously updated information on the Lock Screen and, on supported devices, within the ‌Dynamic Island‌ area. Live Activities are commonly used for tasks such as tracking sports scores, ride-sharing progress, deliveries, or timers, but they can also provide persistent media controls. Sonos has not yet provided a release date for the updated interface. Further details about the changes may be shared with customers in late March or April once development progresses further. Tags: Bloomberg, SonosThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Anker and Jackery Kick Off Power Station Sales With Up to 56% Off
Anker and Jackery have introduced big discounts across their most popular portable power stations this week, including up to 56 percent off select models from each company. We're tracking Anker's best deals over at Amazon, while Jackery's discounts can be found on the retailer's own website. Anker SOLIX Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Jackery and Anker. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. The majority of Anker's portable power station deals are from the SOLIX brand on Amazon, and all of these deals have been automatically applied on each page. There are plenty of notable discounts, including the popular Anker SOLIX C300 Portable Power Station with Lantern for $179.99, down from $249.99. UP TO 56% OFFAnker SOLIX Sale Anker 521 PowerHouse - $169.98, down from $219.99 SOLIX C300 with Lantern - $179.99, down from $249.99 SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 - $469.99, down from $799.00 SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 with Solar Panel - $739.99, down from $1,598.00 SOLIX F2000 - $899.99, down from $1,999.00 SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 - $778.99, down from $1,499.00 SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 with Solar Panel - $1,019.98, down from $1,998.00 SOLIX E10 Whole-Home Backup System - $4,299.00, down from $5,799.00 Jackery Over at Jackery's website, you'll find up to 54 percent off a wide array of portable power stations, solar generators, add-on batteries, and more. This sale is aimed at anyone preparing for winter power outages and is set to last for another few days, ending the night of Thursday, February 26. UP TO 54% OFFJackery Backup Power Sale Explorer 500 - $359.00, down from $499.00 Explorer 2000 v2 - $799.00, down from $1,499.00 Battery Pack 2000 Plus - $799.00, down from $1,399.00 Battery Pack 3600 - $999.00, down from $2,099.00 HomePower 3000 Solar Generator - $1,299.00, down from $2,499.00 Explorer 2000 v2 + Dual 200W Solar Panels - $1,299.00, down from $2,499.00 HomePower 3000 Solar Generator + Dual 200W Solar Panels - $1,699.00, down from $2,999.00 HomePower 3600 Plus Solar Generator - $2,199.00, down from $3,699.00 Explorer 5000 Plus - $4,099.00, down from $5,699.00 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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MacRumors Turns 26: Here's What Our Readers Thought About the iPod, iPhone, and More
MacRumors turns 26 today, and we want to take the opportunity to thank everyone who has read and supported our website over the years. MacRumors was founded by Arnold Kim on February 24, 2000, while he was a medical student, and it has since become one of the world's most popular Apple news websites. Kim was profiled in The New York Times in 2008. Coincidentally, we share our birthday with Steve Jobs, who would have turned 71 years old today. Our website has been around for many major Apple product announcements, including the iPod, MacBook Pro, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and more. Here are the forum threads for each product:iPod on October 23, 2001 Mac mini on January 11, 2005 iPod shuffle on January 11, 2005 iPod nano on September 7, 2005 MacBook Pro on January 10, 2006 Mac Pro on August 7, 2006 Apple TV on January 9, 2007 iPhone on January 9, 2007 iPod touch on September 5, 2007 MacBook Air on January 15, 2008 iPad on January 27, 2010 iPhone 4 on June 7, 2010 Apple Watch on September 9, 2014 AirPods on September 7, 2016 HomePod on June 5, 2017 iPhone X on September 12, 2017 AirPods Pro on October 28, 2019 HomePod mini on October 13, 2020 AirPods Max on December 8, 2020 AirTag on April 20, 2021 Mac Studio on March 8, 2022 Apple Vision Pro on June 5, 2023Tag: MacRumorsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Xiaomi's Rumored 'iOS Bridge' to Bring Better Apple Device Connectivity
Xiaomi will introduce a new software update at this year's Mobile World Congress (MWC) that will reportedly improve connectivity between its own devices and Apple products. Alongside the debut of the Xiaomi 17 series, its HyperOS 3.1 update is said to include a new "iOS Bridge" for smoother connectivity between the two platforms. According to GizChina, the features tipped include the following: iPhone call alerts: Incoming calls on an iPhone that appear on connected Xiaomi tablets and PCs, allowing users to answer or manage calls without having the iPhone in their hand. Enhanced AirPods integration: AirPods to integrate better with Xiaomi devices, showing battery levels and offering enhanced controls, similar to how they work with Apple devices. Direct file sharing between iPhone and Xiaomi: A fast, wireless transfer feature enabling file sharing between iPhones and Xiaomi devices without relying on third-party apps. If the features do drop in Barcelona during MWC, which runs from March 2 to March 5, it'll be another notable win for people who own an iPhone and AirPods as well as a Xiaomi phone, laptop or tablet. In 2025, Xiaomi held a 16% share of the European smartphone market, according to Omdia.Tags: MWC 2026, XiaomiThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Steve Jobs Would Have Celebrated His 71st Birthday Today
Apple co-founder and former CEO Steve Jobs was born on February 24, 1955, so today would have marked his 71st birthday if he hadn't passed away in 2011 at the age of 56. In 1976, Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak co-founded Apple Computer Company to market Wozniak's Apple I, a pioneering personal computer. Their collaboration led to the introduction of the Apple II in 1977, which significantly influenced the personal computing industry. In 1984, Apple launched the Macintosh, notable for its graphical user interface and the iconic "1984" Super Bowl commercial directed by Ridley Scott. However, internal conflicts led to Jobs' departure from Apple in 1985. He then founded NeXT Inc., focusing on advanced computer platforms. In 1997, Apple acquired NeXT, bringing Jobs back to the company as interim CEO. Under his leadership, Apple revitalized its product line and introduced groundbreaking products like the iMac, iPod, and iPhone. Apple Computer Company was renamed Apple Inc. in 2007 as the company expanded its focus from computers to consumer electronics. Jobs remained at the helm until his death in 2011, during which time Apple transformed into one of the world's leading technology companies. We miss you, Steve!Tag: Steve JobsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Tim Cook Warned by CIA That China Could Move on Taiwan by 2027
Apple CEO Tim Cook was among a handful of top tech executives who attended a classified CIA briefing warning that China could attack Taiwan by 2027, according to a sweeping investigative report by The New York Times ($). The previously unreported briefing was apparently held in a secure room in Silicon Valley in July 2023. The meeting is said to have been arranged at the request of the then-commerce secretary Gina Raimondo, who had grown frustrated with the tech industry's reluctance to move chip production away from Taiwan. CIA director William Burns and director of national intelligence Avril Haines reportedly presented the latest intelligence on China's military plans to Cook, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, AMD CEO Lisa Su, and Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon. Cook reportedly told officials afterward that he slept "with one eye open." A similar classified session was said to have been held at the White House in late 2021, but executives left skeptical because much of the intelligence had already been reported publicly. Earlier that same year, a senior U.S. military official had told Congress that the armed services believed President Xi Jinping of China wanted his army to be ready to take Taiwan by 2027. From the report: Jake Sullivan, Mr. Biden's national security adviser, ranked the U.S. reliance on Taiwan for semiconductors as one of America's greatest vulnerabilities. He wanted the industry to recognize the risk and support construction of U.S. manufacturing plants. Mr. Biden also wanted to provide $50 billion in government subsidies to build semiconductor plants domestically [resulting in the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022]. "We were saying: 'This is crazy. We have to do something about it,'" Mr. Sullivan said in an interview.The investigation reveals Silicon Valley's stubborn dependence on Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), which produces around 90 percent of the world's most advanced chips, including all of Apple's custom silicon for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. A confidential 2022 report commissioned by the Semiconductor Industry Association and reviewed by NYT concluded that losing access to Taiwan's chip supply would trigger the worst economic crisis since the Great Depression, with U.S. GDP falling 11 percent. Another report by Bloomberg from January 2024 estimated a conflict would cost the global economy more than $10 trillion. Despite the warnings, the NYT investigation found that companies including Apple were initially slow to commit to buying more expensive chips from U.S. factories. Chips made domestically cost more than 25 percent above those produced in Taiwan because of higher material, labor and permitting costs, and TSMC's Arizona plants currently run technology a generation behind what's available on the island. Apple has since taken steps, however. Last summer, Cook visited the Oval Office and committed to investing $100 billion in the United States, with the money being used to support TSMC and other chip manufacturers. Apple has reportedly also begun holding all-day engineering meetings with Intel to evaluate its manufacturing capabilities. TSMC has now committed to roughly $165 billion in U.S. investment, including land for at least five additional plants in Phoenix. The company's Arizona facility recently produced Nvidia's first U.S.-made AI chip, although the report notes that even those chips still need to be shipped back to Taiwan for advanced packaging. Meanwhile, Taiwan's government maintains an unofficial policy requiring TSMC to keep its most advanced manufacturing technology on the island. This "silicon shield" is designed to make the country too economically important to attack – yet Russia's invasion of Ukraine has shown that economic self-interest does not necessarily prevent military aggression. TSMC's CFO said earlier this year that its most advanced processes will remain in Taiwan for the foreseeable future.Tags: China, New York Times, Taiwan, Tim Cook, TSMCThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Set a European iPhone Sales Record Last Year
Apple shipped 36.9 million iPhones in Europe in 2025, a 6% year-over-year growth which allowed the company to claim a record 27% share of the region's smartphone market, according to new research from analytics firm Omdia. The gains came even as the broader European smartphone market declined by 1% to 134.2 million units, which Omdia says was weighed down by softer demand and new regulations around eco-design requirements and mandatory USB-C ports. Apple's performance was driven by the iPhone 16, the Pro Max versions of both the iPhone 16 and iPhone 17, and the more affordable iPhone 16e. The latter device in particular apparently helped Apple capture demand that shifted away from older non-USB-C models, which were being phased out under the new rules. Samsung held onto the top spot in Europe with 46.6 million units shipped, while Xiaomi came third with 21.8 million units at 16% share. Elsewhere, HONOR broke into Europe's top five for the first time. Apple's record European performance was clearly a factor in its strong global showing in 2025, when the company became the world's largest smartphone vendor by annual shipments.Tag: OmdiaThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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WhatsApp Working on Scheduled Messages Feature
WhatsApp developers are working to bring scheduled messages to the Meta-owned platform, reports WABetaInfo. A scheduled message allows users to type a message and choose a specific date and time for it to be sent automatically. Telegram already has the feature, while Apple has offered a similar Send Later option in its Messages app since iOS 18. While the feature is yet to be functioning in the latest WhatsApp beta on TestFlight, WABetaInfo shared an image showing a new Scheduled Messages option in a group chat info page. The feature is expected to work for both individual chats and groups. The ability to schedule messages is one of the app's most requested features, so this should come as welcome news to users. Currently, the only way to schedule a WhatsApp message is to use a shortcut workaround in Apple's Shortcuts app. Tag: WhatsAppThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Announces Plans to Begin Assembling Mac Mini in U.S. This Year
Apple today announced that Foxconn will begin assembling some Mac mini computers at a factory in Houston, Texas later this year. In an interview with The Wall Street Journal, Apple's operations chief Sabih Khan said U.S. assembly of some Mac mini units is part of the company's previously-announced commitment to invest $600 billion in the U.S. by August 2029. Mac mini units assembled in the U.S. will primarily serve the U.S. market, while production will continue in Asia for orders abroad, according to Khan. As the report notes, the Mac mini is a niche product for Apple, with research firm Consumer Intelligence Research Partners estimating that the desktop computer accounted for only 5% of Apple's global Mac sales last year. In 2024, the Mac mini received its first major redesign since 2010, along with M4 and M4 Pro chips. In the U.S., the Mac mini starts at just $599, but customers must supply their own display, keyboard, and trackpad or mouse. Apple began assembling its latest Mac Pro desktop computer in Texas in 2019, during U.S. President Donald Trump's first term, and the company's plan to begin assembling some Mac mini units in the U.S. comes during Trump's second term.Related Roundup: Mac miniTag: The Wall Street JournalBuyer's Guide: Mac Mini (Neutral)Related Forum: Mac miniThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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What to Expect From the iPhone 17e Launching in March 2026
We've got just over a week to go until Apple's "Special Experience" on March 4, and we're expecting to see the iPhone 17e announced during the week of the event. The ‌iPhone‌ 17e will be the first update to the new low-cost iPhone 16e that Apple unveiled in February 2025. Design The ‌iPhone‌ 17e will look a lot like the ‌iPhone 16e‌, featuring the same 6.1-inch display size, single-lens rear camera, and black and white color options. Display The ‌iPhone‌ 17e is expected to feature the same display panel as the ‌iPhone 16e‌, which means it will be limited to a 60Hz refresh rate. Apple brought 120Hz ProMotion refresh rates to the standard iPhone 17 in 2025, but the same technology is not expected for the more affordable ‌iPhone‌ 17e. The ‌iPhone‌ 17e will continue to be Apple's only new release ‌iPhone‌ without 120Hz support. 120Hz refresh rates provide video improvements and smoother scrolling when viewing webpages. The ‌iPhone 16e‌ does not have always-on display technology, and that's not likely to change with the ‌iPhone‌ 17e. To support always-on, the ‌iPhone‌ 17e would need an OLED display with 1-nit minimum brightness, which is limited to Apple's more expensive iPhones. HDR and brightness are also lacking compared to Apple's flagship lineup. Dynamic Island The ‌iPhone 16e‌ uses the notch that Apple has eliminated in its newer flagship iPhones, but the ‌iPhone‌ 17e could eliminate it. Some rumors suggest that the ‌iPhone‌ 17e will have a Dynamic Island instead of a notch, giving it an updated look. The ‌Dynamic Island‌ is a pill-shaped cutout on the ‌iPhone‌'s display that houses the TrueDepth camera system and the front-facing camera. It takes up less display area than the notch, and it is better integrated into the ‌iPhone‌. While some rumors indicate we could get a ‌Dynamic Island‌, other rumors suggest the ‌iPhone‌ 17e will continue to use a notch, so the ‌Dynamic Island‌ upgrade isn't a guarantee. A19 Chip The ‌iPhone‌ 17e will use Apple's A19 chip, which is the same chip that's in the ‌iPhone 17‌. The A19 chip is built on an upgraded N3P 3-nanometer process, offering a 5 to 10 percent performance improvement over the A18 chip. Apple could be planning to use a downclocked version of the A19 chip in the ‌iPhone‌ 17e, and if that's the case, its performance won't quite match the ‌iPhone 17‌'s performance. The A18 chip that Apple used in the ‌iPhone 16e‌ had a 4-core GPU instead of a 5-core GPU like the version from the iPhone 16, so the ‌iPhone‌ 17e could get a similar GPU downgrade. Aside from the improved CPU and GPU, the A19 has an updated display engine, image signal processor, and Neural Engine for improved AI performance. Every GPU core features a Neural Accelerator to boost the performance of local AI models. We are expecting the ‌iPhone‌ 17e to continue to include 8GB RAM like the ‌iPhone 16e‌. Apple's other models have 12GB. MagSafe Compatibility The ‌iPhone 16e‌ does not have a magnetic ring for MagSafe charging, but the ‌iPhone‌ 17e is expected to get a ‌MagSafe‌ upgrade. Apple's iPhones have used ‌MagSafe‌ since the ‌iPhone‌ 12, so there are a wide array of ‌MagSafe‌ cases and accessories. The ‌iPhone 16e‌ is not compatible with these accessories, which is a major limitation. Since it doesn't have ‌MagSafe‌, the ‌iPhone 16e‌ is limited to 7.5W wireless charging speeds. ‌MagSafe‌ would upgrade that to at least 15W. The current ‌iPhone 17‌ models can charge at 25W over ‌MagSafe‌, though the iPhone Air is limited to 20W. Camera The ‌iPhone‌ 17e is expected to have a single 48-megapixel Wide Angle camera at the back, with no upgrade rumored. The ‌iPhone 16e‌ doesn't have a Camera Control button, and there's no sign that Apple plans to bring it to the ‌iPhone‌ 17e, either. The ‌iPhone 17‌ models got an upgraded 18-megapixel Center Stage front-facing camera, but rumors suggest the ‌iPhone‌ 17e will continue to use the same 12-megapixel front-facing camera as the ‌iPhone 16e‌. Modem The ‌iPhone‌ 17e will adopt Apple's C1X modem, the modem chip that Apple first debuted in the ‌iPhone Air‌. The C1X modem is faster and more efficient than the C1 modem that Apple used in the ‌iPhone 16e‌. Apple says the C1X modem is up to 2x faster than the C1, and it is far more energy efficient than Qualcomm modems. N1 Chip Apple could update the ‌iPhone 17‌ models with Apple's Wi-Fi and Bluetooth "N1" networking chip, bringing speed and efficiency improvements, plus Thread support. Leaked Apple code suggests the chip will not be included in the ‌iPhone‌ 17e in order to keep costs down, but recent rumors indicate Apple plans to include it. Pricing The ‌iPhone 16e‌ is priced starting at $599, and no price changes are expected for the ‌iPhone‌ 17e. Launch Date Apple is holding a "Special Experience" event on March 4, and we are expecting the ‌iPhone‌ 17e to launch during that same week.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Launches New 'Sales Coach' App
Apple today debuted a new Sales Coach app for the iPhone and the iPad, replacing the former SEED app. Designed for Apple Store and Apple Authorized Service Provider (AASP) employees, Sales Coach provides training resources and information useful for Apple device sales. Sales Coach is available for ‌Apple Store‌ and AASP employees worldwide, and Apple has released it as an update to the former SEED app. Those who have the SEED app will see it change to Sales Coach when installing the latest update. Sales Coach is not a publicly available app. Compared to the SEED app, Sales Coach adopts Apple's updated Liquid Glass design, and it will include a new AI chatbot that will answer product-related questions. The chatbot can be accessed through an upcoming "Ask" tab, and it is similar to the chatbot in the Apple Support app. Employees will be able to get instant information on specific ‌iPhone‌ capabilities, details on how different software features work, and more, across all of Apple's products. Apple doesn't appear to have rolled out the chatbot just yet, but we learned about it when we we first shared details about the Sales Coach app earlier this month. Sales Coach is also available on the web at salescoach.apple.com.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Everything New in iOS 26.4 Beta 2
Testing on the iOS 26.4 update is continuing, and Apple released the second beta today. The main new feature is an expansion of RCS encryption testing, but there are a few other small tweaks. End-to-End Encryption RCS Testing With the second beta of iOS 26.4, Apple is testing end-to-end encryption for text messages sent between iPhones and Android devices. End-to-end encrypted messages can now be sent to an Android user, and if encryption is enabled, there will be a lock icon on the message. Encrypted conversations are not available for all devices or carriers during the texting period. iOS users will need to have iOS 26.4, and Android users need the latest version of Google Messages. Apple does not plan to implement end-to-end ‌RCS‌ encryption in iOS 26.4, but it will come later this year. Home Screen The "Edit" menu on the Home Screen uses more transparent Liquid Glass. Games App In the Games app, the search bar has moved from the bottom of the display to the top of the display. App Store and Apple Music For the account hub options for the App Store and Apple Music, the "Apple Account" wording is now left aligned and has the same rainbow logo as the Apple Account in the Settings app Accessibility Under the Display and Text size section of Accessibility, there's a new "Reduce Highlighting Effects" option. Software Build Numbers When you're updating to a new iOS update in iOS 26.4, you can tap on the name to see the build number. Beta Updates Apple made a change to how betas work in iOS 26.4. If you are have betas toggled on but don't install any betas for a four month period, Apple will automatically switch you to the public release audience. No Emoji There are still no new emoji characters, despite signs of them found in the code in the first beta of iOS 26.4. Playlist Playground Playlist Playground is still limited to the U.S. and not available in Europe and other countries. More New Features We have a list of all the new features that were found in the first beta in our iOS 26.4 feature guide.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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iOS 26.4 Beta Adds End-to-End Encryption for iPhone-to-Android RCS Texts
With the second iOS 26.4 beta, Apple and Google have started testing end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for RCS messages exchanged between iPhone and Android users. Apple started testing E2EE for RCS in the first beta, but the feature was limited to iPhone-to-iPhone communications with iMessage turned off. In this beta, ‌iPhone‌ users can send encrypted messages to Android users. ‌iPhone‌ users will need to install the second beta of iOS 26.4 to exchange encrypted messages with Android users, while Google users need to have the latest version of Google Messages. According to Apple's developer release notes for beta 2, while E2EE is being tested for ‌RCS‌, it isn't going to ship in iOS 26.4 and will instead come at a later date. In this beta, RCS end-to-end encryption will become available for testing between Apple and Android devices. This feature is not shipping in this release and will be available to customers in future iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and watchOS 26 releases. End-to-end encryption is in beta and is not available for all devices or carriers. Conversations labeled as encrypted are encrypted end-to-end, so messages can't be read while they're sent between devices. Apple worked with the GSM Association to implement end-to-end encryption. iMessage, which is used for texts between iPhones, has long supported end-to-end encryption. Android's ‌RCS‌ implementation already has E2EE for Android-to-Android texts, but there is no full encryption for iPhone-to-Android and Android-to-iPhone conversations at the current time. E2EE is not available for all devices or all carriers during the beta testing period.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Tags: Android, RCSRelated Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Take Up to 30% Off Apple's iPhone 17 Cases on Amazon
Amazon this week has big discounts across Apple's Clear, Silicone, and TechWoven Cases for the iPhone 17 and iPhone Air lineup. Items on sale include Clear, Silicone, and TechWoven Cases for the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and iPhone Air. We're also tracking a few discounts on other accessories like the FineWoven Wallet with MagSafe and Beats cases. 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. Apple's official cases are reaching up to 30 percent off in this sale, with many priced at $39.99, down from their original $49.00 price tags. In terms of the Beats deals, you'll find steep markdowns on the Beats Woven Charging Cables during this event, as well as Beats Cases for the iPhone 17 lineup as low as $9.99. UP TO 30% OFFiPhone 17 Cases at Amazon iPhone Air Clear Case - $39.99, down from $49.00 iPhone 17 Clear Case - $39.99, down from $49.00 Silicone Case - $39.99, down from $49.00 iPhone 17 Pro Clear Case - $33.99, down from $49.00 Silicone Case - $39.99, down from $49.00 TechWoven Case - $49.99, down from $59.00 iPhone 17 Pro Max Clear Case - $39.99, down from $49.00 Silicone Case - $39.99, down from $49.00 TechWoven Case - $49.99, down from $59.00 More Sales FineWoven Wallet - $47.99, down from $59.00 Beats USB-C to USB-C Woven Cable - $9.04, down from $18.99 Beats iPhone 17 Case - $9.99, down from $45.00 Beats iPhone 17 Pro Case - $14.99, down from $45.00 Beats iPhone 17 Pro Max Case - $34.80, down from $45.00 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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Second macOS Tahoe 26.4 Beta Now Available for Developers
Apple today provided the second beta of an upcoming macOS Tahoe 26.4 update to developers for testing purposes, with the update coming a week after Apple seeded the first beta. Developers can download the ‌macOS Tahoe‌ 26.4 update by opening up the System Settings app, selecting the General category, and then choosing Software Update. Beta Updates will need to be enabled, and a free developer account is required. ‌macOS Tahoe‌ 26.4 adds a new Charge Limit feature so Mac users can select a maximum charge level that ranges from 80 to 100 percent. Apple also brought back the Compact tab layout in Safari for those who missed the option in earlier versions of ‌macOS Tahoe‌. Apple silicon Macs who are running apps that still rely on Rosetta will see warnings about the upcoming end of support for Rosetta. After ‌macOS Tahoe‌ 27, Apple will phase out Rosetta support, and all apps will need to be updated before that time. ‌macOS Tahoe‌ 26.4 will be released to the public in the spring after several weeks of beta testing.Related Roundup: macOS TahoeRelated Forum: macOS TahoeThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 to Developers
Apple today seeded the second betas of upcoming iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 updates to developers for testing purposes, with the software coming a week after Apple seeded the first betas. Registered developers can download the betas from the Settings app on the iPhone or iPad by going to the General section and selecting Software Update. iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 add multiple new features to the ‌iPhone‌ and the ‌iPad‌, but the first beta contained no sign of new Siri capabilities. A Playlist Playground feature in Apple Music lets you generate songs for any idea, mood, emotion, or activity using a text-based prompt. There's also a Concerts Near You feature for finding local shows, and a redesigned look for albums and playlists with full-page artwork. Apple Podcasts is getting native video podcasting capabilities that will make it easier to create, distribute, and monetize video podcast content through the Podcasts app. Video episodes will integrate with existing Apple podcasts features, like personalized recommendations and editorial suggestions. Apple is testing end-to-end encryption for RCS, which will eventually bring full encryption to text conversations between Android and ‌iPhone‌ users. Right now, Apple is testing ‌RCS‌ with iPhone-to-iPhone conversations. The first beta didn't include new emoji, but we saw signs of them in the code so we might get them in the second beta. The new update is also expected to new emoji characters will include trombone, treasure chest, orca, landslide, and Bigfoot. Stolen Device Protection is enabled by default, there's a new ambient music widget, new average bedtime metrics in the sleep app, and plenty more. All of the features in iOS 26.4 can be found in our iOS 26.4 beta features guide.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Releases Second watchOS 26.4, tvOS 26.4 and visionOS 26.4 Betas
Apple today provided developers with the second betas of upcoming watchOS 26.4, tvOS 26.4, and visionOS 26.4 betas for testing purposes. The software comes a week after Apple released the first betas. The software updates are available through the Settings app on each device, and because these are developer betas, a free developer account is required. watchOS 26.4 adds a new Average Bedtime metric to the sleep features that sync to the health app, so you can better keep an eye on how bedtime impacts overall sleep quality. tvOS 26.4 eliminates the iTunes Movies and iTunes TV Shows apps on the Apple TV. These apps haven't worked for some time and have directed users to the ‌Apple TV‌ app for purchases, but Apple is finally phasing them out entirely. Apple also added a Continuous Audio Connection option for HDMI output. visionOS 26.4 includes support for foveated streaming for apps and games. Foveated streaming allows video to be streamed to the precise area where a user is looking, and peripheral areas are compressed. It allows for higher visual quality and lower latency.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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iPhone 18 Pro to Revive Feature Samsung Dropped Years Ago
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro and ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro Max are expected to resurrect a major feature Samsung's flagship Galaxy smartphones dropped years ago, according to a multitude of rumors. The ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro and ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro Max are now widely expected to feature a significantly upgraded main camera with a variable aperture. An aperture is the opening within a camera lens that controls the amount of light reaching the image sensor. In December 2024, Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo was first to say that that the main rear camera on both ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro models will offer variable aperture. A more recent report from October 2025 said Apple was moving ahead with plans to bring the technology to next-generation iPhones and was discussing components with suppliers. A variable aperture allows the camera to adjust the amount of light that reaches the sensor with tiny blades. This means that in dark environments, the aperture can be opened to receive more light, while in light environments, it can be closed to prevent over-exposure. It also should provide users with greater control over depth of field, which refers to how sharp a subject appears in the foreground compared to the background. Apple has never used a variable aperture on an iPhone camera before. The main cameras on all of the ‌iPhone‌ 14 Pro through iPhone 17 Pro models have a fixed aperture of ƒ/1.78, and the lens is always fully open and shooting with this aperture. Samsung previously brought a variable aperture camera to its Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S10 models in 2018 and 2019. The feature has appeared on other Android smartphones in recent years, such as the Xiaomi 14 Ultra, Honor Magic 7 Pro, and Huawei Mate series. Due to the way that the components increased device thickness and raised its cost, Samsung dropped the feature in 2020, even though it was more advanced than the fixed-aperture cameras it moved to. Interestingly, Samsung is reportedly planning to follow Apple in adding a variable aperture to its smartphone cameras. Samsung apparently sees adding a variable aperture as "necessary to increase camera competitiveness," replacing software correction with physical hardware. The company hopes that in investing in variable aperture camera technology, thickness can be reduced and costs will reduce over time. Samsung has reportedly asked multiple camera module partners to develop variable apertures and provide samples in light of Apple's plans. The feature is in early development and final installation on future Galaxy devices has not yet been confirmed, but there is said to be a "strong will" to introduce it. Beyond a variable aperture, the ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro models are rumored to feature a smaller Dynamic Island, the A20 chip, longer battery life, the C2 modem, a simplified Camera Control button, the N1 wireless chip, and more. They are expected to launch in the fall alongside the first foldable ‌iPhone‌. This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Sports App Expands to More Countries and Leagues
Starting today, the Apple Sports app on the iPhone is available in dozens of additional countries across the Caribbean and Latin America, including Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Peru, and others. Apple Sports first launched in the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. in February 2024, and it later expanded to Europe and Mexico. The app shows scores, stats, standings, upcoming games, and more for a variety of leagues and competitions. Also as of today, the app now supports the following six Latin men's soccer (fútbol) leagues: Campeonato Brasileiro Série A Categoría Primera A Liga de Primera Liga Pro Liga Profesional de Fútbol Primera División del Perú In the "Search" section of Apple Sports, there is a new "Soccer" category that contains all of the soccer leagues that are available in the app. Finally, Apple says fans can now follow men's and women's NCAA tournaments in real time, with brackets showcasing matchups and results at a glance for each round. These changes arrived in version 3.8 of the app, which is available now in the App Store.Tag: Apple SportsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Watch Series 11 Gets $100 Discounts on Amazon, Starting at $299
Amazon this week has all-time low prices on the Apple Watch Series 11, with $100 discounts across select models of the smartwatch. This time around the deals are more sparse, and we're only tracking these discounts on three models of the smartwatch. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. You can get the 42mm GPS Apple Watch Series 11 for $299.00, down from $399.00, and the 46mm GPS model for $329.00, down from $429.00. We're only tracking one model of each of these watches on sale right now. $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (42mm GPS) for $299.00 $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (46mm GPS) for $329.00 If you're shopping for cellular models, you can get the 42mm cellular Apple Watch Series 11 on sale for $399.00, down from $499.00. Similar to the GPS models, only one model is being discounted at this time, and it's the Rose Gold Aluminum with Light Blush Sport Band in Small/Medium. $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (42mm Cell) for $399.00 Head to our full Deals Roundup to get caught up with all of the latest deals and discounts that we've been tracking over the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find in 2026? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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iPhone 18 Pro Reportedly Enters Trial Production Stage
Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro has entered production testing ahead of a launch later this year, a Chinese leaker reported today. In a Weibo post, the leaker account known as "Fixed Focus Digital" said the Pro models had already entered "mass-production testing," likely referring to late-stage manufacturing validation for the devices ahead of a September launch. February typically aligns with Apple's Design Validation Test (DVT) phase transitioning into early Production Validation Test (PVT). During this period, Apple uses production tooling and activates portions of factory assembly lines to validate manufacturing processes, yields, and quality control, rather than producing units at full scale. Full mass production usually ramps in the summer months ahead of launch. The leaker also claimed that production testing had begun for the regular iPhone 18 model, but given that we aren't expecting the lower-specced device to be released until early next year, it would likely be in an earlier validation stage at this point, such as mid-to-late Engineering Validation Test (EVT) or early DVT. Fixed Focus Digital added that, based on their information, there are no major changes to the materials, and that overall, the devices continue to use the existing design specifications for the iPhone 17 lineup. The comment reflects earlier reports that the iPhone 18 Pro models won't be a big update this year, with outward changes potentially only extending to a smaller Dynamic Island. There will still be several important internal changes, such as a new camera system with a variable aperture, the A20 chip, and the custom C2 modem. However, the new Pro models likely won't be "the star of Apple's ‌iPhone‌ launch this fall," according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, with the company's first foldable set to claim the spotlight instead.Related Roundup: iPhone 18Tag: Fixed Focus DigitalRelated Forum: iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple's AI Wearables Expected to Lean Heavily on Visual Intelligence
Apple's Visual Intelligence is expected to feature heavily in the company's upcoming set of AI wearable devices, which could include smart glasses, a pendant, and more advanced AirPods, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Writing in his latest Power On newsletter, Gurman said that hints dropped by CEO Tim Cook in recent months suggested the Apple Intelligence feature would be central to the devices, with Cook's comments following a pattern similar to how he foreshadowed the importance of health sensors and augmented reality before the launch of Apple Watch and Apple Vision Pro, respectively. On iPhone 15 Pro and newer models, Visual Intelligence lets you use the camera to learn more about places and objects around you. It can also summarize text, read text out loud, translate text, search Google for items, ask ChatGPT, and more. Gurman has previously reported that Apple's upcoming smart glasses will have an advanced camera system with a high-resolution camera that's able to capture photos and videos, as well as a second camera that provides visual information to ‌Siri‌ and environmental context. Meanwhile, the AI pin – should the device make it to launch – is said to have a lower-resolution camera to provide the AI with visual insight, but it won't be able to take photos or videos. The camera is always-on, recording what's around the wearer. Like the AI pin, the more advanced AirPods will have a low-resolution camera that's designed for information, rather than photo capture. During a discussion about AI and Apple Intelligence on the company's holiday quarter earnings call, Cook touted Visual Intelligence as "one of our most popular features." Cook said it "helps users learn and do more than ever with the content on their iPhone screen, making it faster to search, take action and answer questions across their apps." On another occasion, during a recent all-hands meeting with employees about AI, the Apple chief reportedly singled out Visual Intelligence as a standout element of Apple Intelligence – even though the feature relies heavily on OpenAI and Google technologies. Gurman argues that Cook "wouldn't be putting it at the forefront of his remarks if things weren't going to accelerate in that area soon." Apple's smart glasses will compete with the Meta Ray-Bans. Apple is said to have recently provided its hardware engineering team with prototypes, and it is targeting a 2027 launch. Production on the glasses could begin as soon as December 2026. AirPods with cameras are planned for as early as this year, while Apple's work on the AI pin is apparently in the early stages, and it's possible that it could still be canceled. If work continues, the AI pin could launch as soon as 2027. Tags: Mark Gurman, Visual IntelligenceThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Pages builds unable to start
Mar 3, 21:18 UTCMonitoring - A fix has been implemented and we are monitoring the results.Mar 3, 21:03 UTCInvestigating - Cloudflare is aware of and investigating an issue impacting Pages builds. Customers may see their Pages builds fail to start or fail while running.We are actively working to resolve this issue and will provide updates as more information becomes available.

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United States SMS Carrier Partner Maintenance
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 9, 21:00 PDT  -  Mar 10, 03:00 PDTMar 3, 12:08 PSTScheduled - Our SMS carrier partner in the United States is conducting a planned maintenance from 09 March 2026 at 21:00 PDT until 10 March 2026 at 03:00 PDT. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to and from United States handsets via subset of United States short codes.

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United Kingdom Account Security Carrier Partner Maintenance – EE
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 9, 16:00 - 22:00 PDTMar 3, 09:55 PSTScheduled - Our carrier partner EE United Kingdom is conducting a planned maintenance from 09 March 2026 at 16:00 PDT until 09 March 2026 at 22:00 PDT. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent API request failures for EE United Kingdom customers.Impacted Products: Verify Silent Network Auth, Lookup Identity Match, Lookup SIM Swap, Legacy Identity MatchAndAttributes

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Russia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Beeline
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 3, 14:00 - 20:00 PSTMar 3, 09:53 PSTScheduled - The Beeline network in Russia is conducting a planned maintenance from 03 March 2026 at 14:00 PST until 03 March 2026 at 20:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to Beeline Russia handsets.We are aware of the short notice and are working with our Carrier Partners to provide earlier notification where possible.

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Proactive Testing Window for Upcoming Root Certificate Update – March 12th at 00:00 UTC
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 12, 00:00 - 02:00 UTCMar 3, 16:28 UTCScheduled - On March 12th at 00:00 UTC, New Relic will initiate a proactive testing window where endpoints will temporarily transition to the DigiCert G2 root certificate. This event is designed to support customers in proactively identifying impacted systems ahead of the permanent root certificate update scheduled for April 2nd (UTC). This aligns with an industry-wide security change. On April 15th, 2026, major browser trust stores and security authorities will officially distrust the legacy DigiCert G1 Root Certificate. To maintain its strong continued security posture, New Relic is updating its infrastructure to utilize modern root certificates prior to this deadline. Most modern systems and agents are designed to handle this change automatically.If your systems do not recognize and trust these newer root certificates when the update is applied, the secure handshake will fail and would result in a telemetry data drop, meaning your metrics, events, traces, and logs may stop reporting to the New Relic platform. This risk is primarily associated with legacy Java agents (older than v6.4.2), certain Docker images, and systems using pinned certificates. Any further updates will be posted on status.newrelic.com, as well as our forum: https://support.newrelic.com/s/hubtopic/aAXPh000000HVSPOA4/action-required-root-certificate-update-on-april-1-2026

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Cloudflare Zero Trust: Gateway Issues
Mar 3, 16:44 UTCInvestigating - Cloudflare is investigating issues with Gateway. Performance and connectivity through Gateway may be impacted. We are working to understand the full impact and mitigate this problem. More updates to follow shortly.

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Russia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Tele2
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 3, 13:00 - 15:00 PSTMar 3, 05:28 PSTScheduled - The Tele2 network in Russia is conducting an emergency maintenance from 03 March 2026 at 13:00 PST until 03 March 2026 at 15:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to Tele2 Russia handsets.We are aware of the short notice and are working with our Carrier Partners to provide earlier notification where possible.

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Russia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Beeline
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 5, 13:00 - 16:00 PSTMar 3, 04:46 PSTScheduled - The Beeline network in Russia is conducting a planned maintenance from 05 March 2026 at 13:00 PST until 05 March 2026 at 16:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to Beeline Russia handsets.

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SMS Delivery Delays From Twilio to Tune Talk Malaysia
Mar 3, 02:28 PSTInvestigating - Twilio customers may be experiencing SMS delivery delays from Twilio to Tune Talk network subscribers in Malaysia. Our team is actively investigating this issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.

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Performance degradation in Paris, France
Mar 3, 09:17 UTCInvestigating - Some users in Paris, France may experience increased latency or timeouts.

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Indonesia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Three and Indosat
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 4, 08:00 - 09:00 PSTMar 2, 23:07 PSTScheduled - The Three and Indosat networks in Indonesia are conducting a planned maintenance from 04 March 2026 at 08:00 PST until 04 March 2026 at 09:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to Three and Indosat Indonesia handsets.

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Statuspage Database Maintenance
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 6, 21:00 - 22:00 PSTMar 2, 22:35 PSTScheduled - As part of our ongoing commitment to providing exceptional service and reliability, we will be performing scheduled maintenance on Statuspage. We are taking every measure to minimise any potential disruptions during this process.Maintenance Schedule:Date and Time: March 7th, 05:00 a.m. UTCDuration: 1 hour maintenance windowPurpose: The primary objective of this maintenance is to enhance system performance and ensure continued stability.What to Expect:- Your public and private Statuspages will remain accessible without interruption.- System Metrics will continue to be collected, with updates available shortly after the maintenance is complete.- We anticipate a brief 2-3 minute window during which access to the manage.statuspage.io portal and Statuspage APIs may be temporarily unavailable or experience minor latency. We will actively monitor system performance and stability.We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to improve our services. Thank you for your continued support.

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MMS Delivery Delays from a Subset of Twilio Long Codes to Altice United States
Mar 2, 21:55 PSTResolved - We are no longer experiencing SMS delivery delays from a subset of Twilio Long Codes to Altice network subscribers in the United States. This incident has been resolved.Mar 2, 20:06 PSTMonitoring - We are observing recovery in SMS delivery delays from a subset of Twilio Long Codes to Altice network subscribers in the United States. We will continue monitoring the service to ensure a full recovery. We will provide another update in 2 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Mar 2, 20:02 PSTUpdate - Twilio customers may be experiencing SMS delivery delays from a subset of Twilio Long Codes to Altice network subscribers in the United States. Our team is actively investigating this issue. We will provide another update in 8 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Mar 2, 16:02 PSTUpdate - Twilio customers may be experiencing SMS delivery delays from a subset of Twilio Long Codes to Altice network subscribers in the United States. Our team is actively investigating this issue. We will provide another update in 4 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Mar 2, 14:02 PSTUpdate - Twilio customers may be experiencing SMS delivery delays from a subset of Twilio Long Codes to Altice network subscribers in the United States. Our team is actively investigating this issue. We will provide another update in 2 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Mar 2, 13:02 PSTInvestigating - Twilio customers may be experiencing SMS delivery delays from a subset of Twilio Long Codes to Altice network subscribers in the United States. Our team is actively investigating this issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.

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GoToMyPC – Maintenance
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 5, 05:30 - 08:00 UTCMar 3, 04:18 UTCScheduled - As part of our commitment to provide exceptional service and reliability to our customers, GoToMyPC team will be conducting service maintenance on the following date and time listed below. Our team will be taking all appropriate actions to minimize service interruptions during this event. Date and Time: March 5th, 2026, 5:30 AM UTC to 7:30 AM UTC Purpose: This maintenance is to ensure and maintain system performance and stability. Duration: All maintenance will be performed within the 2.5 hours maintenance window. What to expect: During the Maintenance, GoToMyPC customers may expect 5 minutes of downtime. We would like to thank you for your patience and understanding during this time.

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JNB (Johannesburg) on 2026-03-03
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 3, 02:00 - 06:00 UTCMar 3, 01:51 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in JNB (Johannesburg) datacenter on 2026-03-03 between 02:00 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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SJC (San Jose) on 2026-03-06
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 6, 10:00 - 14:00 UTCMar 3, 00:54 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in SJC (San Jose) datacenter on 2026-03-06 between 10:00 and 14:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.

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SMS Delivery Delays and Failures From Twilio Alphanumeric Sender IDs to Multiple Networks in United Arab Emirates
Mar 2, 17:23 PSTResolved - The incident has been resolved and SMS delivery from Twilio Alphanumeric Sender IDs to network subscribers on affected networks in the United Arab Emirates is operating normally.Mar 2, 15:23 PSTMonitoring - We have observed a recovery in SMS delivery from Twilio Alphanumeric Sender IDs to network subscribers on multiple networks in the United Arab Emirates and are monitoring service stability. We will provide another update in 2 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Mar 2, 12:58 PSTUpdate - We are continuing to investigate SMS delivery delays and failures from Twilio Alphanumeric Sender IDs to multiple networks in the United Arab Emirates. Our team is actively working on this issue and will provide another update in 8 hours, or sooner if more information becomes available.Mar 2, 09:00 PSTUpdate - We are continuing to investigate SMS delivery delays and failures from Twilio Alphanumeric Sender IDs to multiple networks in the United Arab Emirates. Our team is actively working on this issue and will provide another update in 4 hours, or sooner if more information becomes available.Mar 2, 06:58 PSTUpdate - We are continuing to investigate SMS delivery delays and failures from Twilio Alphanumeric Sender IDs to multiple networks in the United Arab Emirates. Our team is actively working on this issue and will provide another update in 2 hours, or sooner if more information becomes available.Mar 2, 05:58 PSTInvestigating - Twilio customers may be experiencing SMS delivery delays and failures from Twilio Alphanumeric Sender IDs to multiple networks in the United Arab Emirates. Our team is actively investigating this issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.

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CDG (Paris) on 2026-03-03
Mar 3, 01:15 UTCIn progress - Scheduled maintenance is currently in progress. We will provide updates as necessary.Mar 3, 00:58 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in CDG (Paris) datacenter on 2026-03-03 between 01:15 and 05:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.

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Data Irregularities
Mar 3, 00:21 UTCUpdate - Some customers in the US and EU regions may be experiencing delayed data in queries, charts, and dashboards as well as delayed or missing alert notifications for related data.Mar 3, 00:19 UTCInvestigating - Some customers in the US and EU regions may be experiencing delayed data in queries, charts, and dashboards as well as delayed or missing alert notifications for related data.

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Event Streams Facing Delivery Delays
Mar 2, 16:11 PSTResolved - We are no longer experiencing delays on Event Streams. This incident has been resolved.Mar 2, 15:38 PSTMonitoring - We are observing recovery in the issue leading to delays in delivering events for Event Streams. We will continue monitoring the service to ensure a full recovery. We will provide another update in 30 mins or as soon as more information becomes available.Mar 2, 14:47 PSTUpdate - We have identified an issue impacting Event Streams. Our engineering team has been alerted and is actively investigating. We expect to provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.Mar 2, 14:23 PSTInvestigating - We have identified an issue impacting Event Streams. We will provide another update as soon as more information becomes available.

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