PSA: Apple Creator Studio 3-month free trial offered even for older devices
Apple Creator Studio is officially here, and by all appearances a great value for many. Apple offers a 1-month trial for all users, but it turns out there are surprise offers for 3 free months being given too—even if you haven’t bought a new device. more…

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First look: Ted Lasso returns to Apple TV this summer
The fourth season of a certain beloved Apple TV+ soccer comedy airs on Apple TV this summer. And the news comes with first-look photos. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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Complete macOS versions history 2001-2026: Dates, features & support
Macworld Apple has released multiple macOS versions over the years, each bringing new features, design changes, and hardware requirements. Whether you’re trying to identify the version on your Mac, decide if it’s time to upgrade, or understand which releases are still supported, this guide covers every macOS version from the original Mac OS X Cheetah to the latest macOS 26 Tahoe. Below, you’ll find a complete list of macOS versions in order, along with release dates, codenames, key details and support information. What is the latest macOS version? The latest version of macOS is called macOS Tahoe after the lake located in California. That version of macOS is also known as macOS 26 and it launched to the general public on September 15, 2025. Tahoe has been updated a few times since it launched in September 2025. The latest version (as of January 28, 2026) is macOS Tahoe 26.2, which was introduced in December 2025. macOS version history: Every macOS and Mac OS X version and the features it brought macOS is Apple’s operating system for the Mac, in the same way iOS runs on the iPhone and iPadOS runs on the iPad. It provides the user interface and acts as the link between a Mac’s hardware and its software. All Macs have run macOS – formerly known as Mac OS X – since its debut in 2001. Before that, Apple computers used Mac OS 9. macOS is based on Unix technology developed at NeXT, the company Steve Jobs founded before returning to Apple. Since its launch on March 24, 2001, macOS has evolved significantly, gaining tighter integration with iOS devices, cloud services, and productivity features such as Time Machine, Quick Look, Exposé, Spaces, and Desktop Stacks. Below is a complete overview of macOS versions, showing how Apple’s desktop operating system has developed over time, along with the official names and internal codenames used for each release. Foundry OS X 10 beta: Released in September 13, 2000, this preview version of OS X was codenamed Kodiak. It was based on technology from NeXT Computer, which was another company founded by Apple founder Steve Jobs and it introduced the Aqua user interface as well as protected memory and preemptive multitasking to stop crashes. This beta cost $29.95. OS X 10.0: Code named Cheetah, this was the first major release of Mac OS X, arriving on March 14, 2001. It was Apple’s first OS built on a Unix-based foundation. Unfortunately it was slow and rough around the edges. OS X 10.1: Just a few months ofter the first version of Mac OS X launched, Apple introduced the Puma update on September 15, 2001. This time is was stable and ready for everyday use, hardware support was better, and other issues with the fist version were addressed. OS X 10.2: Jaguar arrived on August 14, 2002, significantly improving performance and usability, introducing Quartz Extreme for smoother graphics, a faster Finder, and better networking. iChat was one of the new features. OS X 10.3: In October 2023 Apple introduced Panther which focused on speed, stability, and polish, delivering noticeably faster performance and a more responsive system. New features included: Exposé for managing windows, Fast User Switching, and FileVault disk encryption. Safari arrived as the default web browser. OS X 10.4: Tiger arrived in April 2005 with new features like Spotlight search and Dashboard widgets. OS X 10.5: In October 2007 Leopard arrived and added features like Time Machine for automated backups, Spaces for virtual desktops, and a redesigned Finder with Cover Flow. Time Machine also arrived as a simple way to back up a Mac. OS X 10.6: Released in 2009, Snow Leopard focused on performance, stability, and efficiency rather than flashy new features. OS X 10.7 Lion: Arriving in July 2011, Lion brought iPad-inspired features to the Mac, like Launchpad, full-screen apps, and multi-touch gestures. It also introduced system-wide Auto Save, Resume, and Versions so that users didn’t need to worry about manual saving. OS X 10.8: A year later, in 2012 Mountain Lion brought more iOS features to the Mac including Messages, Reminders, Notes, Notification Center, and iCloud integration. Gatekeeper security was also emphasised. The Notification Center made its debut in OS X Mavericks.Foundry OS X 10.9: In October 2013 Apple stopped naming Mac OS X versions after big cats and switched to Californian landmarks, starting with Mavericks. It introduced features like Finder Tabs, Tags, and memory compression, making Macs faster and more responsive. It was also the first time Apple offered the Max OS X update for free. OS X 10.10: Introduced in October 2014, Yosemite brought a major visual redesign with a cleaner, flatter interface, translucent elements, and a more modern look inspired by iOS (iOS 7 with its big redesign had been introduced in 2013). Continuity features from the iPhone and iPad included Handoff, iCloud Drive, and the ability to make and receive calls and texts from a Mac. OS X 10.11: El Capitan arrived in September 2015 and, like Snow Leopard in 2007, focused more on refinement and stability. It brought improvements like better window management (Split View), smoother graphics, and performance boosts. macOS 10.12: In September 2016 macOS Sierra was the first version to be referred to as macOS rather than Mac OS X, better aligning it with iOS, watchOS and tvOS. It brought Siri to the Mac and improved integration with iPhone and iPad with features like Universal Clipboard. macOS 10.13: This was another update where the focus was on performance rather than flashy new features. High Sierra in September 2017 brought updates to core apps like Photos and Safari but mostly focused on security and efficiency updates. macOS 10.14: In September 2018, Mojave introduced a system-wide Dark Mode and introduced Desktop Stacks for better file organization. Dark Mode debuted in Mojave.Foundry macOS 10.15: Arriving in October 2019, Catalina replaced iTunes with separate Music, TV, and Podcasts apps and introduced Sidecar so an iPad could be used as a second display for a Mac. It also ended support for 32-bit apps. macOS 11: Big Sur was the first version to drop the ten, from Mac OS X, and start again at 11. Launched in November 2020 it was a major redesign of Apple’s Mac operating system, with a cleaner, more modern interface, updated icons, a refined Control Center, and closer visual alignment with iOS. macOS 12: Arriving in October 2021, Monterey introduced Universal Control (one mouse/keyboard across Mac and iPad) and improved FaceTime. macOS 13: macOS Ventura arrived in October 2022 and introduced Stage Manager for better multitasking, improved Continuity features (including using an iPhone as a webcam, and brought major updates to Mail, Safari, and Spotlight. macOS 14: In September 2023 Sonoma made the desktop more immersive with animated wallpapers and desktop widgets you can interact with. There were game-focused improvements in Game Mode and video conferencing features like Presenter Overlay were added. macOS 15: A year later in September 2024, Sequoia brought iPhone Mirroring and added Apple Intelligence features. macOS 26: Tahoe arrived in September 2025 with a bold new Liquid Glass design with transparent, customizable interface elements and tighter integration with iPhone and iPad. As with iPhone and iPad, Apple unified version numbering, so the macOS jumped from macOS 15 to 26. Apple also expanded Apple Intelligence, improved Spotlight, improved the Phone related features, and added a new Games app. This is the final macOS version to support Intel-based Macs. List of macOS versions and latest versions Here’s an overview of every version of macOS and Mac OS X Apple has released. You’ll find a complete list of each version of OS X and macOS, along version code names, internal code names (if available) and the most recent version and when it was released. macOS Tahoe.Foundry Product versionCode nameDate of launchDate of launchLast update dateOS X 10 betaKodiakSeptember 13, 2000——OS X 10.0CheetahMarch 14, 200110.0.4June 22, 2001OS X 10.1PumaSeptember 15, 200110.1.5June 6, 2002OS X 10.2JaguarAugust 14, 200210.2.8October 3, 2003OS X 10.3Panther (Pinot)October 24, 200310.3.9April 15, 2005OS X 10.4Tiger (Merlot)April 29, 200510.4.11November 14, 2007OS X 10.5Leopard (Chablis)October 26, 200710.5.8August 13, 2009OS X 10.6Snow LeopardAugust 28, 200910.6.8July 25, 2011OS X 10.7Lion (Barolo)July 20, 201110.7.5October 4, 2012OS X 10.8Mountain Lion (Zinfandel)July 25, 201210.8.5August 13, 2015OS X 10.9Mavericks (Cabernet)October 22, 201310.9.5July 18, 2016OS X 10.10Yosemite (Syrah)October 16, 201410.10.5July 19, 2017OS X 10.11El Capitan (Gala)September 30, 201510.11.6July 9, 2018macOS 10.12Sierra (Fuji)September 20, 201610.12.6September 26, 2019macOS 10.13High Sierra (Lobo)September 25, 201710.13.6November 12, 2020macOS 10.14Mojave (Liberty)September 24, 201810.14.6July 21, 2021macOS 10.15Catalina (Jazz)October 7, 201910.15.7July 20, 2022macOS 11Big Sur (GoldenGate)November 12, 202011.7.10September 11, 2023macOS 12Monterey (Star)October 25, 202112.7.6July 29, 2024macOS 13Ventura (Rome)October 24, 202213.7.8August 20, 2025macOS 14Sonoma (Sunburst)September 26, 202314.8.3December 12, 2025macOS 15Sequoia (Glow)September 18, 202415.7.3December 12, 2025macOS 26Tahoe (Cheer)September 15, 202526.2December 12, 2025 FAQ 1. Which macOS versions are still supported? Apple supplies regular features and security updates to the most recent version of macOS. In addition, it is generally the case that Apple will issue security updates and bug fixes to the previous two versions of macOS. As of December 2025, macOS Tahoe, Sequoia and Sonoma were all receiving security updates. See: How long do Macs and MacBooks last? We also have a full list of which Macs run which versions of macOS here. 2. How does Apple choose Mac OS X and macOS names? As you can see from the list above, with the exception of the first OS X beta, all versions of the Mac operating system from 2001 to 2012 were named after big cats, from Cheetah to Panther to the final release, Mountain Lion. But while the public-facing builds were named after big cats, internally, they were named after wines (aside from OS X 10.6 which had no codename). Even after Apple switched public-facing code names to places in California back in 2013, it carried on naming them after wines internally until 2014. In 2015, Apple decided to change the theme of internal code names from wines to types of apples. In 2016, Apple took the plunge to unify the branding of its operating systems by rebranding Mac OS X to macOS, which sits nicely alongside iOS, tvOS, and watchOS and paved the way for macOS 11, the successor to Mac OS X, which arrived twenty years after the first beta of Mac OS X. In 2025, Apple decided to sync up the numbering system between all its operating systems. macOS 26 Tahoe will live most its lifetime as the most recent version in the year 2026 before being replaced with macOS 27 at the end of 2026. 3. How do I check my macOS version? You can tell which version of macOS you are running by clicking on the Apple logo in the top left and choosing About This Mac. It will clearly show which version of macOS you are running along with the most recent version that your Mac has installed. If you are looking for help installing macOS read: How to update macOS and Fixes for Macs that won’t update. We can also help with How to install macOS on an unsupported Mac. 4. Can I run the macOS beta? You can install a beta version of macOS and test new features that haven’t yet launched. If you want to install the latest beta of macOS read about joining Apple’s beta program. 5. How can I install the latest version of macOS? Some Macs will be set to update macOS automatically. If you want your Mac to update automatically follow these steps: Open System Settings. Click on General. Click on Software Update. Click on the “i” beside Automatic Updates and make sure that Check for updates, Download new updates when available, and Install macOS updates are selected. This way your Mac will automatically update to the latest version. If you would prefer not to have your Mac do this automatically you can deselect these options. Read all about how to update your Mac here. We also have a list of every version of iOS where you can see the latest versions and how long Apple supports iPhones for.

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AirTag 2 has a thinner motherboard, bigger speaker coil, and lots of glue
The second-generation AirTag has a few big changes to go with its improved features, with Apple slimming down the motherboard and changing some of the markings used in the new tracker accessory.AirTag 2 mid-teardown - Image Credit: Joseph TaylorApple updated the AirTag on January 26, with a new version improving some important features, such as an increased distance for finding it with Ultra Wideband to 200 feet. Two days later, one of the first teardowns has revealed what Apple has changed in the compact device for its second release.The teardown, posted to YouTube by Joseph Taylor late on Tuesday, reveals there are very few externally visible changes to the new AirTag. It uses exactly the same case design as before, both in shape and size, and it still uses a standard CR2032 coin cell as a battery. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple TV shares first look and premiere date for second season of ‘Criminal Record’
Today, Apple TV unveiled a first look at the anticipated season two return of “Criminal Record,” the critically hailed crime thriller… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Apple pulls four iPhone updates following network issues
Macworld It’s been a big week for iOS. On Monday, Apple rolled out iOS 26.2.1, the latest point update for the current version. Then it surprised everyone by also releasing new versions of iOS 18, iOS 16, iOS 15, and even (for the first time since 2023) iOS 12. These updates to older versions of iOS appear to have been designed primarily to allow iMessage and FaceTime to keep working on older iPhones beyond January 2027, when the certificate would otherwise have expired. But no good deed goes unpunished, and it now seems these unexpected updates may have caused more problems than they solved. In a support document published today (and first spotted by 9to5Mac), the Australian telecoms firm Telstra reports an issue “preventing some older Apple devices from connecting to our network, including calls to 000” and cites iOS 16.7.13 on the iPhone 8, 8 Plus, and X as the likely cause. That’s the new version of iOS 16 released yesterday, and the company advises owners of those devices not to update until the issue is resolved. (The number 000, incidentally, is the Australian equivalent of 911 in the U.S. and 999 in the U.K. Losing access to it is a serious matter.) Telstra later updated the page with the news that Apple had “paused” not just iOS 16.7.13, but also iOS 18.7.4, 15.8.6, and 12.5.8–in other words, all of the non-26 iPhone updates released this week–to “investigate” the cause. It isn’t clear if the issue has affected users of any other networks, nor indeed if it’s been reported outside Australia, but Apple isn’t taking any chances. As 9to5Mac observes, Apple’s release notes indicate that all four updates contain “no published CVE entries,” which is to say, they don’t patch any security issues. So pulling the updates while the company tries to solve the network issue shouldn’t be a problem… provided the investigation doesn’t last until next January.

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AirTag 2 teardown reveals the speaker is now harder to remove
AirTag 2 ships to users’ starting today, and YouTuber Joseph Taylor has already posted an unboxing video and teardown. Here’s what it revealed. more…

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Deals: AirPods Max $119 off, AirPods Pro 3, Apple Watch SE 3 $173, Trail Loop 50% off, more
Your mid-week 9to5Toys Lunch Break deals are ready to roll. Alongside the ongoing Amazon low on AirPods Pro 3 and the 35% price drop on AirPods 4 with ANC at $119, we also spotted the Midnight AirPods Max at $119 off via Amazon as well. Those deals also join a giant 50% price drop on the official Apple Blue/Bright Blue Trail Loop (it is now even lower) as well new lows on the Anchor Blue and Neon Ocean Bands that debuted in September. The black USB-C Magic Keyboard with Touch ID is seeing a rare price drop today and we also have Apple Watch SE 3 as low as $173. Hit the jump for a closer look.  more…

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The noise-cancelling AirPods 4 are down to $119
Macworld We absolutely adore the Apple AirPods 4, especially when they’re on sale. So the fact that they’re only $119 right now is music to our ears. While they’re not the cheapest we’ve ever seen, this is the lowest they’ve been since they dropped to $99 for Black Friday. The AirPods 4 are some of the best buds you can get. When we reviewed them, the earbuds received a 4.5-star rating as we found they deliver great overall audio quality, have excellent battery life, and come with a fantastic charging case. This particular model also has active noise cancellation as well, which means you’ll get a premium listening experience, as well as high-end features, including Conversation Boost, Personalized Spatial Audio, and Live Translation. The Apple AirPods 4 are sweat and water-resistant, making them a reliable choice for workouts and daily commutes alike. Apple’s H2 chip improved the earbuds’ overall performance while also reducing the background noise during calls. Battery life is strong, offering up to 5 hours of listening time on a single charge and a total of 30 hours with the included charging case. So stop wasting time and go snag the AirPods 4 for $119 before the price goes back up at Amazon. Buy now at Amazon

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British crime thriller 'Criminal Record' warrants a return to Apple TV in April
The well-received, London-based Apple TV thriller "Criminal Record," is gearing up for its second season, set to start in April.'Criminal Record'Apple describes the series as "a powerful, character-driven drama set in the heart of contemporary London, exploring the impossibility of policing when the truth is up for grabs." The second season will see rival police officers forge an uneasy alliance after a young man is stabbed to death at a political rally.Like its predecessor, "Criminal Record" season two will be eight episodes long. The first episode will debut on Wednesday, April 22, with new episodes weekly through Wednesday, June 10. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple TV’s hit comedy series ‘Ted Lasso’ returns this summer
Apple TV on Wednesday announced that the fourth season of global hit series “Ted Lasso” will officially make its global debut in summer 2026… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Today in Apple history: Apple moves into Bandley 1, its first custom HQ
On January 28, 1978, Apple occupied Bandley 1, its first custom-built office, at 10260 Bandley Drive in Cupertino, California. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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Is Creator Studio Apple’s Trojan Horse Into Adobe’s Market?
Apple’s new Creator Studio bundles pro-grade tools into a low-cost subscription, changing how creators approach paid software. It won’t displace Adobe overnight, but it could expand the market by lowering the barrier to entry. The post appeared first on TechNewsWorld.

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Apple TV has acclaimed London crime thriller coming back soon
Apple TV has been ramping up its slate of crime thrillers recently, and it just set the release date for season 2 of the acclaimed show Criminal Record. Here are the details. more…

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Expect strong iPhone 17 demand, AI talk in Apple's Q1 results call
Wall Street is still underestimating Apple's prospects for 2026, with Wedbush's Q1 forecast expecting discussion about iPhone 17 demand and the AI landscape to dominate Thursday's analyst call.Apple's early promotion of a contextual Siri upgrade - Image Credit: AppleOn Thursday, Apple will be releasing its first-quarter results and holding its usual conference call with analysts. One day before those expectedly huge results arrive, Wedbush has provided its own analysis on the financial side of Apple.For the results itself, the note to investors seen by AppleInsider put Apple as bringing in revenue of $136.68 billion for the quarter, up from $124 billion last year. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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How to upload your own music to Apple Music
If there’s a live concert recording or indie song you want in your library, you can upload custom music to Apple Music really easily. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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Apple Creator Studio now available for $12.99/month or $129/year
Apple Creator Studio, a collection of creative apps designed to put studio-grade power into the hands of everyone, is now available… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Apple showcases Final Cut Pro upgrades in Apple Creator Studio bundle
Apple showcases Final Cut Pro upgrades in the Apple Creator Studio bundle via the work of rising director and choreographer Kyle Haragami. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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Why buy a Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold when you can get all this Apple gear instead?
Macworld While the world waits until September for Apple to unveil its first folding iPhone, Samsung is taking its own folding ambitions to new heights with the Galaxy Z TriFold, a multi-folding phone that opens to a 10-inch tablet. It’s definitely an impressive device. Less than 4mm thick when unfolded, it’s got a 6.5-inch cover display, a triple camera system with 3X optical zoom, a 5,600mAh battery, and super-fast 45W charging. It’s also got a commensurate price tag: $2,899. Apple may have a reputation for luxury prices, but Samsung’s premium devices aren’t exactly cheap. The Galaxy S25 Ultra costs as much as an iPhone 17 Pro Max, while the super-skinny S25 Edge rivals the iPhone Air. Even the cheap S25 FE is still about the same as an iPhone 16e. It sells a $1,499 tablet. You can quibble over the specs, of course, but Samsung’s premium devices are hardly bargains.   So we expected its new TriFold phone to cost a lot. After all, its regular folding phone starts at $1,999. But $2,899 is a shockingly high price for what is essentially a fancy phone. How high? Consider you could buy these Apple products for the same price: M4 MacBook Air: $999 iPhone 17: $799 iPad: $349 Apple Pencil USB-C: $79 AirPods Pro 3: $249 Apple Watch Series 11: $399 Total: $2,874 And that’s at full MSRP. Shop at Amazon or Best Buy, and you can save enough to buy an Apple TV 4K and a 4-pack of AirTags, too. (Though you’ll still need to kick in a few hundred bucks to get an Apple Vision Pro.) When Apple’s folding iPhone arrives in September, it won’t be cheap. It might even be more expensive than the Galaxy Z Fold7. But Samsung fans probably shouldn’t throw any stones.

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Pages, Keynote, Numbers get iOS 26 updates, here’s everything new
Pages, Keynote, and Numbers have just been updated for iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS Tahoe. The updates adopt a Liquid Glass design and add new features, including many that are exclusive to Apple Creator Studio. more…

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Apple Creator Studio launches today, and it’s an incredible value
Two weeks ago, Apple announced its brand new Apple Creator Studio bundle, offering its suite of creative apps for a single subscription. Apple Creator Studio is set to launch today, and the first reviews and impressions have hit the web. Head below for a full roundup. Apple has also published a new press release highlighting how creators are using the new Final Cut Pro features. more…

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Snag a 13-inch M4 iPad Pro for $399 off with a near-mint deal you can’t miss
This refurbished 13-inch M4 Apple iPad Pro costs just $899.99 while inventory lasts. It packs plenty of power and gorgeous hardware. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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Strong iPhone sales expected to power record Christmas quarter for Apple
Apple is set to report its strongest iPhone sales growth in four years on Thursday - and likely the company's best quarterly revenue to date… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Apple Creator Studio review: Incredible value for most creative pros
The new Apple Creator Studio bundles the company's flagship creative software in a monthly subscription package for the first time. It's a great value, assuming you haven't bought most of them individually.Apple Creator Studio bundles six professional apps in one subscriptionThe iPhone maker has been creating pro creative software for decades. It hasn't been without missteps, though.I've been testing Creator Studio for the past couple of weeks, and so far, it's been a positive experience. Most of the core apps are the same, and Apple has just built upon them with a series of new features and a semi-optional updated pricing model. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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A brief note about one more AirTag 2 difference
It’s been a long time coming, but the AirTag 2 finally launched this week with improved Precision Finding, a longer Bluetooth range, and a louder speaker. It’s otherwise almost exactly the same as its predecessor, but one more difference has been found, and you may want to take note … more…

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Moral low ground: App Store is rife with AI 'nudify' apps
While Grok faced most of the heat in the AI porn backlash, Apple isn't doing itself any favors by allowing dozens of "nudify" apps to stay in the App Store.AI nudity apps are a problem for the App StoreAI-generated porn has become a hot topic. Elon Musk's X is still under fire for allowing its chatbot Grok to edit pictures of people to look like they are naked, and churn out child porn.Though X and Grok received the most attention, Apple is also perpetuating the issue affecting innocent women and children by not dealing with apps doing the same thing in the App Store. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Mac malware is sneaking into some sponsored Google ads
Certain sponsored ads on Google have been trying to lead users on to faked Apple support pages that try to get the user to use the Terminal and install malware on Macs.Malware illustration — image credit: AppleInsiderWhere most malware attacks require a user to download and launch an app, researchers at MacKeeper have demonstrated how a number of sponsored Google ads are providing another route for bad agents.Specifically, during the company's research, searching for the term "mac cleaner" led to some sponsored ads that appeared to be at legitimate addresses such as business.google.com. A user following those links, though, can be taken to a site that has been designed to mimic Apple's support pages. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Listen to the AirTag’s remixed new chime
Macworld The AirTag was announced earlier this week, and as I wrote at the time, it seemed like an opportunity had been missed to properly rethink the product. As announced, the speaker is louder, the effective tracking range has increased, but very little else seems to have changed. But skeptics are sure to change their tune, literally, when they test out the AirTag’s updated sonic capabilities. An early purchaser has posted a comparison of the new and old chime to Twitter/X and, unheralded by Apple, the alert sound has moved up the musical scale from an F to a G. (Being away from my piano, I verified this using Virtual Piano.) The rhythm and tempo of the chime remain the same: a little flourish, followed by three sets of seven notes. You can clearly hear the higher pitch in the recording, but the increased power of the speaker is not really discernible, although those with better ears may disagree. ← AirTag (1st generation) chime→ AirTag (2nd generation) new chimeThe chime has changed from the note "F" to the note "G".「ファ」から「ソ」の音に変わっています。#AirTag pic.twitter.com/yheHAC6YJU— Karagana🐦 (@Krgn1002) January 28, 2026 It’s not clear why those 21 notes have changed from an F to a G. There could be a scientific reason, since higher notes tend to be easier to discern (or harder to ignore) for various anatomical and evolutionary reasons. But going up by a single note surely wouldn’t make much of a difference in that regard, and it could just be a product manager’s whim, or the usual urge to create a detectable difference between otherwise identical generations of a product. It could just be a way of showing off that you’ve got the latest AirTag, in other words. The new AirTag is available now. Retailer Price $29 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket

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Identity, Data Security Converging Into Trouble for Security Teams: Report
A new Netwrix report warns that converging identity and data security, combined with AI-driven automation, is expanding attack surfaces and reshaping cyber risk, insurance, and defense strategies. The post appeared first on TechNewsWorld.

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As 37 US states respond to Grok CSAM problem, Apple really needs to act
At least 37 attorneys general for US states are responding to the ongoing problem of the Grok chatbot creating child sexual abuse materials (CSAM). It follows the app being banned in two countries and investigations being opened in both the UK and EU, but both Apple and Google have so far ignored requests for them to temporarily remove Grok and X from their respective app stores … more…

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