Apple's Smart Glasses Delayed, As Engineers Consider Privacy Concerns
Digital Trends reports: Apple could unveil its first smart glasses at WWDC in June 2027, followed by a consumer release toward the end of the year, according to Bloomberg... Part of the delay reportedly stems from Apple's engineering and marketing teams spending more time refining the product and deciding how to address the privacy concerns... Apple has reportedly considered glasses without cameras, as well as a version where the cameras can analyse the surroundings but cannot record photos or video. Such an approach could still support object recognition, navigation, Siri, calls, and music playback. The company is also expected to favor on-device processing, avoid facial recognition, keep recordings away from AI training, and use a more visible light around the camera. Read more of this story at Slashdot.

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Sunday Reboot: Apple TV dating, Matchbox, and Lasso hope
In this week's Sunday Reboot, Apple TV's dating docuseries could lead to new content areas, an unexpected Mattel movie, and the hope of even more "Ted Lasso."The cast of "Matchbox" - Image Credit: AppleSunday Reboot is a weekly column covering some of the lighter stories within the Apple reality distortion field from the past seven days. All to get the next week underway with a good first step. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple’s AI glasses to be unveiled at WWDC27: report
Apple’s long-awaited AI smart glasses, expected to launch late next year, finally have an expected reveal date.

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Apple’s AI glasses to be unveiled at WWDC27: report
Apple’s long-awaited AI smart glasses, expected to launch late next year, finally have an expected reveal date.

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Apple’s AI glasses to be unveiled at WWDC27: report
Apple’s long-awaited AI smart glasses, expected to launch late next year, finally have an expected reveal date.

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Game development diary: Launched, but far from finished
While the Steam launch of "Character Limit" isn't the end of Malcolm's game development journey, he still has to combat the oddities of promotions and scammers. That, and get the iOS release done.Character Limit is out on Steam. The future is now full of patches and work on the iOS release. The Character Limit launch on July 21 was a weird day for a number of reasons. For a start, that it actually happened at all.When I last left off, I was in a predicament of waiting for Steam's review process to approve the game on a second attempt, after the first failed on a technicality. Thankfully, instead of waiting for five days, Steam's support approved the game on Monday, meaning I could release on Tuesday as originally intended. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple smart glasses might skip the feature I want most
Explore the privacy concerns surrounding Apple smart glasses as the company develops a product that might someday replace the iPhone. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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Today in Apple history: The last iBook laptop goes on sale
On July 26, 2005, Apple debuted the final iBook before switching to the MacBook product line. Here's a look at the opaque white iBook G4. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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Apple Upgrade installment program set to go live on Tuesday
Apple Upgrade, the company's new installment program, will be going live on July 28, coinciding with the ending of sign-ups for the iPhone Upgrade Program.Klarna on Apple Pay - Image Credit: KlarnaOn July 21, a report surfaced claiming that the iPhone Upgrade Program was on borrowed time, and was due to be replaced. It seems that the replacement, Apple Upgrade, will be arriving very soon.Posted as part of Sunday's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg, Mark Gurman writes that Apple Upgrade will launch on Tuesday. At the same time, Apple will stop new enrollments for the iPhone Upgrade Program. Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Never lose a Netflix show again: Save 4K streams forever with this lifetime deal
Save videos you care about so you can watch them whenever you want with Keeprix streaming downloader. Works with Netflix, YouTube and more. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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Public distrust in smart glasses will be a a challenge for Apple Glass
The eventual launch of Apple Glass is still expected in 2027, but based on how people distrust Meta's smart glasses, Apple may have a challenge ahead of it.Apple Glass will require Apple to convince the world it still cares about privacy. Smart glasses have been rumored to be in development at Apple for quite a while, and aren't expected to emerge from Cupertino anytime soon. But, when Apple actually does ship them, it will have to deal with the problem of privacy.In Sunday's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg, Mark Gurman discusses the privacy implications of smart glasses. Specifically how Apple must work hard to counter the distrust of consumers who are jaded by versions sold by Meta. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Why Apple’s touchscreen MacBook will be worth the wait
Explore the latest rumors about the touchscreen MacBook with so many new features it's a potential game changer for Apple. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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Apple Watch redesign is coming, but not for years
Apple is reportedly testing its September 2026 Apple Watch lineup, but the new models are expected to be minor updates while more substantial changes are much further off.The sensors on the back of the Apple Watch Ultra 3Most recent rumors have claimed that the forthcoming Apple Watch Series 12 will not feature any hardware improvements over its predecessor. Now backing up those reports, Bloomberg says that neither the Apple Watch Series 12 nor the expected Apple Watch Ultra 4 will get visible upgrades to their design.Instead, the updates will be concentrated on giving the new Apple Watches a significant performance boost through a new processor. There may also be health and fitness tracking improvements, though previous reports have claimed that there won't be new sensors, so this may be a software update. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple TV teases new trailers for 'Matchbox,' 'Neuromancer,' 'Dark Matter'
Apple TV paid a visit to San Diego Comic-Con, hosting a two-hour panel and revealing new trailers for "Dark Matter," "Neuromancer," and the loosely toy-based "Matchbox The Movie."Matchbox The Movie - Image Credit: AppleJust like any major media company that streams movies and TV shows, Apple held a lengthy two-hour panel at San Diego Comic-Con. The panels are usually an opportunity for fans to see stars talk about past and upcoming projects, as well as the reveal of new trailers for inbound releases.As part of Saturday's panel, Apple introduced a trio of new trailers for two shows and a movie. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Crime blotter: A second arrest in the 2025 FedEx robbery
A woman who stole from a Wendy's returned for her AirPods, a shooting followed an argument about an Apple Watch, and another FedEx robbery in Memphis, all in this week's Apple Crime Blotter.AirPods 4The latest in an occasional AppleInsider feature, looking at the world of Apple-related crime. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Your Mac is hiding hundreds of useful settings — this $40 lifetime tool unlocks them for you
Macworld TL;DR: Unlock hidden macOS settings, customize your Mac, and fine-tune system features with a lifetime MacPilot license for just $39.99 (MSRP $99). Customizing macOS beyond the basics often means searching forums or copying Terminal commands. MacPilot simplifies the process by putting hundreds of advanced settings into one easy-to-use app, and a lifetime license is on sale for $39.99 (MSRP $99). Customize macOS without Terminal MacPilot is like having a hacker mode for your Mac without needing a coding degree. With a few clicks, you can: Reveal hidden system settings: Show hidden files in Finder, disable the startup chime, and tweak icon animations Supercharge your Dock: Add spacers, smart stacks, and hidden menu options Optimize performance: Run maintenance tools, clear cache, and repair system files Get deep system insights: View detailed specs on hardware, RAM speeds, network ports, and more Whether you’re a developer, creative pro, or just someone who wants their Mac running at peak efficiency, MacPilot puts advanced customization at your fingertips — without the headache of Terminal commands. Squander your Mac’s potential no longer and get a lifetime license to MacPilot for just $39.99. MacPilot Lifetime LicenseSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.

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This tool helps older Macs edit 4K videos, and it’s only $60 for life
Macworld TL;DR: VideoProc Converter edits, converts, and downloads 4K video on Mac with hardware acceleration, and a lifetime family license for five devices is on sale for $59.95 (reg. $119.90). Working with 4K footage tends to bog down an older Mac, and a lot of conversion tools crawl once a file runs past a few gigabytes. VideoProc Converter uses level-3 hardware acceleration to work fast, and a lifetime family license is on sale for $59.95 (reg. $119.90). VideoProc lets you edit, convert, and resize 4K UHD video, DVDs, and music without staring at a progress bar for an hour. Conversions could run up to 47x faster than software that skips hardware support. You can trim, crop, add subtitles, stabilize shaky clips, fix fisheye distortion, and strip out background noise, all on the same screen. Other than editing, you can also pull down videos, playlists, and whole channels from more than 1,000 sites like YouTube and Facebook. A recording mode captures gameplay, webinars, and presentations, and a compression tool shrinks big exports so they fit where you’re sending them. You can also back up and digitize your old DVD collection before the discs give out. One family license works on five Macs, so the whole household can work off the same account. Pay once and keep your video toolkit for years. Get the VideoProc Converter lifetime family license on sale for $59.95. VideoProc Converter: Lifetime Family License (For Mac)See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.

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B&H launches steeper M5 MacBook Air discounts, saving you up to $200
Both 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air laptops are on sale at B&H this week, with new markdowns slashing up to $200 off a variety of configurations and color options.Save up to $200 on Apple's latest MacBook Air at B&H - Image credit: AppleEach of the triple-digit MacBook Air discounts highlighted below also includes free 2-day shipping within the contiguous U.S. so you can begin using your new laptop right away.Save up to $200 on M5 MacBook Airs Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Here are the best MacBook deals right now: July 2026 Buyer’s Guide
In recent years, Macs had been getting more and more affordable. Cheaper starting points, more memory and storage per dollar, and the introduction of MacBook Neo. For the first time, Apple had started to become one of the best values on the market. Unfortunately, Apple just drastically increased its prices because of the ongoing memory shortage. Macs aren’t as appealing as they were a few weeks ago, that said, there’s still some decent deals out there – and if you’re in need of a new computer, I’d still say todays Macs are a good value against the rest of the computing market.

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Apple TV announces streaming date for its epic Neuromancer adaptation, new Dark Matter and Matchbox trailers
Apple TV prepared a slew of announcements for its main stage Hall H appearance at San Diego Comic Con this weekend. Leading the charge, its new sci-fi epic Neuromancer (based on the genre-defining William Gibson novel) has finally got a release date: the series will premiere on January 22. The streamer also released new trailers for season 2 of Dark Matter and upcoming movie Matchbox. Watch them after the break …

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