OpenAI just killed its Sora AI video creation app
OpenAI released its second iPhone app in September with the launch of Sora. Unlike ChatGPT, however, Sora has failed to gain traction. As a result, OpenAI is discontinuing the app. more…

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iOS 27 will finally get that long-awaited Siri update
Apple's next iteration of Siri in iOS 27 will include a new standalone app and a new "Ask Siri" button, as Apple modernizes the long-time digital assistant.Siri has yet to get its promised upgrades The Apple Intelligence upgrade of Siri has faced many delays, with the refreshed feature still not living up to Apple's promises. That may all change during WWDC this June, with Apple expected to introduce a bunch of alterations.The big change will be a standalone app for Siri, reports Bloomberg, which will be available on iPhone, iPad, and Mac later in the year, codenamed Campo. The interface will be more like the chatbots of ChatGPT and Claude, displaying previous conversations that users can continue from at a later time. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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iOS 26.4 gives CarPlay two new features, with another big one coming
iOS 26.4 was released today, and with the update CarPlay adds two new features for users, while also laying the groundwork for another big upgrade soon. more…

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What to Do About Those Menu Item Icons in MacOS 26 Tahoe
If this worked to hide *all* of these cursed little turds smeared across the menu bar items of Apple’s system apps in Tahoe, this hidden preference would be a proverbial pitcher of ice water in hell. As it stands, alas, it’s more like half a glass of tepid water.

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Apple released a new iOS OTA Firmware
Apple just released OTA iOS 5.3.10 (Build 16U711) for:Apple Watch Series 2 (38mm) (Watch2,3)

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Apple just released new AirPods Pro 3 firmware, plus more
Apple launched iOS 26.4, iPadOS 26.4, macOS 26.4, and more software updates today, and now the company has also debuted new firmware for AirPods Pro 3, AirPods Pro 2, and more. more…

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Apple planning standalone Siri app for iOS 27 and macOS 27, per report
When Apple unveils iOS 27 on June 8, the company may reveal the first dedicated Siri app as part of the new system. Mark Gurman at Bloomberg has a new report that includes new details about Apple’s next attempt at embracing AI. more…

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Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak is ‘not a fan’ of AI
Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak is raising concerns about artificial intelligence as the technology becomes more embedded in everyday life… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Update to iOS 18.7.7, macOS 15.7.5 to fix kernel memory leaks & WebKit flaws
Apple pushed out a coordinated round of security updates on March 24, covering older versions of iOS, iPadOS, and macOS that are still widely used and still need protecting.iPad Pro The updates include iOS 18.7.7, iPadOS 18.7.7, macOS Sequoia 15.7.5, and macOS Sonoma 14.8.5. They close a long list of vulnerabilities across core parts of the system, from networking to the kernel.On iPhone and iPad, the fixes cut across everything from low-level system components to user-facing frameworks. Some bugs could let an app access sensitive user data, while others could crash processes or expose internal system state. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Claude Code gives developers ‘auto mode,’ a safer alternative to skipping permissions
Anthropic continues to ship in March with a new “auto mode” permissions mode in Claude Code. The company calls it a middle ground between the default configuration and skipping permissions altogether. more…

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Why John Ternus as Apple CEO would be a big win for iPad
Here's why iPad aficionados should be excited that John Ternus could someday be Apple CEO. He wants the tablet to be more productive. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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Apple confirms that its Maps app will begin showing ads to users “this summer”
Apple Maps ads will look and work a bit like current App Store ads do.

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No new Siri, but iOS 26.4 is here with a ton of must-have new features
Macworld Apple has officially released iOS 26.4 to the public, and unlike the previous update, this one brings a more noticeable set of new features. While the long-awaited AI-powered Siri is still nowhere to be seen, iOS 26.4 brings several new features and improvements to Apple Music, Podcasts, and Reminders, as well as overall system enhancements and new emoji. Read on as we break down all the major new features and changes coming with iOS 26.4. Apple Music With iOS 26.4, Apple Music subscribers are getting an important new feature called Playlist Playground. Essentially, it lets users quickly create playlists using AI. Users can simply describe what they want to listen to, whether it’s specific songs, artists, or genres, and Apple’s AI will create a playlist based on that prompt. The feature can also edit existing playlists. It’s worth noting that this feature is available only in the U.S. and works on any iOS 26.4 iPhone, even ones that don’t support Apple Intelligence. Apple Music has new full-screen artwork in iOS 26.4.Foundry Apple Music is also getting a new Concerts feature, which helps users discover nearby shows from artists in their library, while also recommending live shows from new artists based on listening habits. Another notable addition is Offline Music Recognition, now available through Control Center. This lets users identify songs with Shazam even without an internet connection. The result shows up as soon as the device is back online. Rounding out the Apple Music changes, iOS 26.4 introduces an Ambient Music widget for quick access to curated playlists focused on Sleep, Chill, Productivity, and Wellbeing, as well as full-screen backgrounds for album and playlist pages, making the interface more immersive. Podcasts In addition to Apple Music, Apple Podcasts is also getting some improvements with iOS 26.4. More specifically, Apple has revamped the experience for video podcasts. The update introduces support for Apple’s HTTP Live Streaming (HLS) technology, which automatically adjusts the video bitrate during playback. This means the app will always choose the best quality based on your internet connection without you having to change any settings. Thanks to this technology, users can also seamlessly switch between audio and video while playing a podcast. iOS 26.4 includes several new Accessiblity settings.Foundry Accessibility Updating to iOS 26.4 also brings some welcome accessibility improvements.  For instance, the system now includes a new “Reduce Bright Effects” toggle that minimizes intense flashes when interacting with certain interface elements. Apple has also made it easier to access and customize subtitles and captions directly from the media player interface. Moreover, the “Reduce Motion” setting has been improved to more consistently limit animations across the system, particularly with the Liquid Glass interface. Emoji For emoji fans, iOS 26.4 adds eight new characters to the keyboard. As previously announced, they include an orca, a trombone, a landslide, a ballet dancer, and a distorted face emoji. Keep in mind that only people who have also updated their devices will see the new emojis in conversations or social media posts. You can use several new emojis once you update to iOS 26.4.Foundry Freeform When Apple announced the Creator Studio subscription, the company revealed that the Freeform app would also gain certain features exclusive to subscribers. These features are now available with iOS 26.4. Creator Studio subscribers can now access the Content Hub right from Freeform, which offers a wide variety of photos, illustrations, and graphics that can be used royalty-free. Users will also notice a new icon for the Freeform app that matches the style of other Creator Studio apps. Urgent reminders are getting an upgrade in iOS 26.4.Foundry Urgent reminders With iOS 26.2, Apple introduced a new option for creating urgent reminders, which show up as full-screen alerts at the scheduled date and time. Now, iOS 26.4 makes it easier to mark a reminder as urgent. Users can mark tasks as urgent in the Reminders app right from the Quick Toolbar or with a long press. Urgent reminders can also be filtered using Smart Lists. Family Sharing Apple is also making a major change for users who rely on Family Sharing. While the entire family currently relies on a single payment method, iOS 26.4 will allow each family member to pay for their own online purchases. “Purchase Sharing lets adult members in Family Sharing groups use their own payment method when making purchases, without relying on the family organizer,” Apple explained in the release notes. This is certainly great news for those who use Family Sharing to share their iCloud and App Store purchases. The Freeform app got its Creator Studio update in iOS 26.4.Foundry Keyboard accuracy As we reported last year, many iPhone users had been complaining that iOS 26 had reduced the accuracy of the on-screen keyboard, resulting in more typos. Although Apple never acknowledged the issue at the time, it has made changes to the iOS 26.4 keyboard that essentially admit there was a problem. The iOS 26.4 release notes mention “improved keyboard accuracy when typing quickly” as part of the changes included in the update. It’s unclear exactly what Apple changed to improve the virtual keyboard, but users will certainly be pleased that Apple is working on the issue. Age verification One of the most notable changes in iOS 26.4 is related to compliance with local laws. The update introduces age verification requirements in multiple regions, including Australia, Brazil, Singapore, and specific U.S. states such as Utah and Louisiana. These measures are tied to regional legislation and are designed to ensure that users meet minimum age requirements for certain features and services. In these locations, Apple may require additional information about the user to verify their age. This includes details such as how long the Apple Account has been active or credit card information. The company has also created a new API that will anonymously inform apps whether a user meets the minimum age requirements without sharing their age, date of birth, or any other personal information. Update your iPhone now In addition to all these new features, iOS 26.4 also includes bug fixes, performance improvements, and enhanced security. That’s why it’s always important to keep your devices updated with the latest software. You can install iOS 26.4 by going to Settings > General > Software Update and tapping Update Now. The update is available for the iPhone 11 and later.

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Apple releases new updates for old versions of iOS, macOS, watchOS, more
Apple just shipped iOS 26.4 and its companion updates for users running the latest OS. The company also debuted new software updates today for old iOS, macOS, iPadOS, and watchOS versions, including iOS 18.7.7 and more. more…

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Apple teases major AI push with iOS 27 and macOS 27
Apple as officially announced that its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC 2026) will take place from June 8 to June 12… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Apple now selling Withings BeamO ‘4-in-1’ multiscope with Apple Health integration
Two years ago, Withings unveiled BeamO, its multiscope with Apple Health integration. Starting today, Apple is now selling the “compact 4-in-1 health scanner” for the first time. Withings calls it a “mini-clinic” that “delivers instant, medical grade insights” about body temperature, heart, and lungs. more…

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Apple releases new iOS 26.4 version for beta users, plus more
Apple just released its next wave of major software updates, including iOS 26.4, iPadOS 26.4, macOS 26.4, and more. But alongside the public launches, Apple has also shipped new builds of its 26.4 updates for beta users. more…

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Everything new in macOS Tahoe 26.4
macOS Tahoe 26.4, which Apple released Tuesday, brings several noticeable improvements and changes to the Mac’s operating system. While not a massive overhaul, this is exactly the kind of point update Tahoe needs right now.  Let’s take a look at what’s new in macOS Tahoe 26.4. Ever since macOS […] (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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macOS 26.4 now available, here’s everything new
Following a few beta versions and a release candidate, Apple is now rolling out macOS 26.4 to all compatible Macs. Here’s everything new. more…

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Nvidia CloudXR is now available for Apple Vision Pro with the release of visionOS 26.4
The OS 26.4 release has arrived with various features related to RCS and Apple Music, but Apple Vision Pro gets a specific upgrade with the addition of Nvidia CloudXR support.visionOS 26.4 adds support for CloudXROne of the key problems with Apple Vision Pro is its lack of software support. Apple has a serious developer relations problem with the platform, but the visionOS 26.4 update could help address the lack of software.Apple has released visionOS 26.4 to the public, and with it, support for Nvidia CloudXR 6.0. It enables the ability for users to stream compatible games and software from a Mac or PC to Apple Vision Pro. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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iPadOS 26.4 arrives with new emoji, video podcast additions
The update for iPadOS 26.4 has been released, bringing with it enhanced video podcast support and a selection of new emojis to the iPad and iPad Pro.iPadOS 26 - Image Credit: AppleAfter four developer beta rounds and a release candidate, Apple has finally brought out its update for iPadOS 26.4. The update, now downloadable to iPads owned by the general public, include Apple's usual collection of bug fixes and performance improvements, as well as a number of feature changes. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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watchOS 26.4 available now for Apple Watch, here’s what’s new
Apple has just released watchOS 26.4, the latest software update for Apple Watch. Here’s what’s new. more…

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visionOS 26.4 arrives for Apple Vision Pro, here’s what’s new
visionOS 26.4 is available now for Apple Vision Pro users, here’s what’s new in the latest update. more…

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tvOS 26.4 now available for Apple TV 4K with three new features
Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD users, the latest tvOS 26.4 software update is available now with three new features. Here are the details. more…

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iOS 26.4 is here with Playlist Playground, videos in Podcasts, new emoji, more
The iOS 26.4 update has finally made its way to the general public, with videos now in the Podcasts app, AI-curated playlists in Apple Music, and more. Here's what's new.The iOS 26.4 update is now available to all users.Following the debut of iOS 26.3 on February 11, Apple has deployed its next major operating system update. Though it doesn't contain the long-overdue Siri overhaul, iOS 26.4 delivers a variety of meaningful upgrades.Core system applications, like Apple Music, Apple Health, Apple Podcasts, and Freeform all received new capabilities. Additionally, the iOS 26.4 update adds eight new emoji characters and introduces a variety of refinements, bug fixes, and security-related changes. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Still no new Siri in macOS Tahoe 26.4, but there are bug fixes, emoji and Rosetta 2 warnings
The official release of the Mac's operating system is now macOS Tahoe 26.4, as Apple continues to add performance and security updates, plus a little more.macOS Tahoe 26 - Image Credit: AppleFollowing the public release of macOS 26.3 in February 2025 with no significant new features, Apple has updated that version twice. Once was to support the new Studio Displays with macOS 26.3.1, and the once more with macOS 26.3.2 with more support for the MacBook Neo.Now those are all superseded with macOS 26.4, which has been publicly released after weeks of beta testing. There was one curious moment when Apple released a macOS 26.4 beta a day later than its iOS 26.4 one, but there's no apparent reason for that. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Now's the time to update your Apple Watch to watchOS 26.4
Apple's watchOS 26.4 has just arrived, focusing on behind-the-scenes stability and performance improvements.Apple Watch Series 11As we suspected, watchOS 26.4 hasn't launched with any apparent new features, suggesting that it's geared toward stability improvements and bug fixes. Apple does occasionally release features with minor watchOS updates; typically, its larger releases are where we see anything of note.Like many Apple products, Apple Watch will update on its own over the air. However, if you want to force the update, just follow the steps below. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple tidies up tvOS, removing iTunes Movies, TV shows in tvOS 26.4
Get ready to update your Apple TV and HomePod, as Apple has officially rolled out the tvOS 26.4 update.Apple's bento box for tvOS 26As we saw in the beta, Apple has officially removed the iTunes Movies and iTunes TV Shows apps from tvOS 26.4. Consumers can no longer purchase shows or movies through the apps.To make purchases, they'll need to use the Apple TV app directly. Users will also be able to access their previous purchases from the Apple TV app. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple releases iOS 26.4 with 8 new emoji and 12 more changes to your iPhone
Apple has released iOS 26.4, bringing 13 enhancements to your iPhone. The new software update includes 8 new emoji characters, changes to Apple Music, keyboard accuracy improvements, and much more. more…

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Apple releases iPadOS 26.4, here’s everything new for iPad
iPadOS 26.4 is rolling out now to all users, bringing a variety of new features to the iPad. Here’s everything new. more…

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