Amazon's Big Spring Sale delivers Apple deals from $14.99
Day 2 of Amazon's Big Spring Sale offers deals on new M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pros, along with blowout savings on Apple Watches, iPhones, and more.Save up to 40 percent on Apple gear during the Big Spring Sale - Image credit: AmazonDay 2 of Amazon's weeklong sale is well underway, and we've rounded up the best deals on Apple hardware, including 2026 releases, along with accessories like MagSafe chargers and cables.Shop Amazon's Big Spring Sale Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple TV’s Spanish-language crime drama ‘Women in Blue’ (‘Las Azules’) returns for season two
Today, Apple TV unveiled the premiere date and a first look at season two of “Women in Blue” (“Las Azules”), its Spanish-language… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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The reason Apple won’t let this developer update their app is insane
Macworld With the release of macOS Tahoe last September, Apple introduced a major change: It removed Launchpad and replaced it with the Apps app. Many of us mourned the loss (and many of you laughed at us, based on the feedback I got from this article) and turned to third-party, Launchpad-like solutions to fill the void. However, there’s a sign from Apple that those third-party apps could be at risk, too. Developer Michael Tsai recently posted about AppGrid, a Launchpad-like app that many are using in the macOS Tahoe Launchpad void. Unfortunately, AppGrid’s developer, Attila Miklosi, is being blocked from updating the app in the Mac App Store. Miklosi has been told that the reason for this is that the app violates an Apple guideline: AppGrid looks too similar to Launchpad. Yes, AppGrid looks similar to Launchpad, but that’s the point since LaunchPad doesn’t exist anymore. With this ruling, Apple is essentially saying that the guidelines even apply when Apple deprecates a feature or an app, which is unfair. There’s an argument to be made about Apple protecting its intellectual property, but if it’s for an item that will likely never return, why bother? Miklosi has been told that updates will be allowed once AppGrid has been redesigned to not look like Launchpad. “Thousands have paid for it already, and they paid exactly for it being as similar to Launchpad as possible, so I decided not to go down that route,” he told Tsai. AppGrid (pictured here) looks similar to Apple Launchpad (Pictured at the top of this article), but that’s kind of the point.Foundry To make the matter even more confounding, AppGrid is still available for purchase on the Mac App Store, but the app is basically defunct. It can’t be updated because Apple won’t allow it. But Apple continues to collect its 30 percent cut every time someone buys it. Miklosi is getting his cut for the app, too, but the app can’t be updated so that people who bought it essentially get unsupported software. In the App Store description, Miklosi promises a new version with “powerful new features, including advanced grid customization, app grouping, renaming, and more” is coming soon, but as long as Apple has its say, that won’t be the case. Miklosi has given up on trying to resolve the App Store issue and is focusing on the version of AppGrid that can be downloaded directly through his site. Apple probably won’t do anything to stop that, but who knows? Maybe Launchpad is coming back in macOS 27. So if you’re interested in giving AppGrid a try, don’t get the Mac App Store version, visit Appgridmac.com and get it there. It’s actually cheaper, in fact: Unlocking AppGrid’s full feature set cost $25 with support for five Macs compared to $30 in the App Store.

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iOS 27: Apple will reportedly let Claude and other AI chatbot apps integrate with Siri
Apple will unveil iOS 27 on June 8 at WWDC, and we’re learning new details about what to expect in the next big iPhone software release. In a new report, Mark Gurman at Bloomberg has more information about changes coming to Siri, specifically. more…

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Apple's iPhone Fold might not ship alongside iPhone 18 Pro after all
The long-rumored foldable iPhone might not ship in September as was expected, with only the iPhone 18 Pro shipping in the fall of 2026.Apple's first foldable iPhone might ship a few weeks later than expected.Apple has long been expected to announce the so-called iPhone Fold this fall. The launch was expected to come alongside Apple's other premium devices, leaving the iPhone 18 for an early 2027 release.But Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has now poured cold water on those hopes, suggesting that Apple has other plans. Gurman was speaking during a Bloomberg Q&A session when he said that iPhone Fold buyers will have to wait a little longer to bend their handset in half. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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iPhone Fold is ‘no doubt’ coming later than iPhone 18 Pro, says Gurman
This fall, Apple’s first foldable iPhone is expected to be unveiled. But corroborating a recent report, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman said today there is “no doubt” the iPhone Fold will ship a bit later than the iPhone 18 Pro. more…

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AirPods Max 2 pre-launch deal: Don’t wait to save
The first deal on Apple’s newly announced AirPods Max 2 lets you save before the premium headphones even hit store shelves. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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iOS 26.4 just made Apple Creator Studio even better, here’s what’s new
iOS 26.4 launched this week, and among its many changes, the update expands Apple Creator Studio by introducing exclusive new Freeform features. more…

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iOS compatibility: What iOS version can your iPhone run – and is it still secure?
Macworld Unsure which version of iOS your iPhone can run? Here’s a quick guide so you can find out if your iPhone is compatible with the most recent iterations of the iPhone operating system, and, if it isn’t, which version you can install on your iPhone. iPhone iOS Compatibility: At a Glance Find your iPhone in our iPhone iOS support table and see which version of iOS you can run. Which iPhone do you have?Which version of iOS can you run?iPhone 17e 2026iOS 26iPhone 17 Pro (Max) 2025iOS 26iPhone Air 2025iOS 26iPhone 17 2025iOS 26iPhone 16e 2025iOS 26iPhone 16 Pro (Max) 2024iOS 26iPhone 16 (Plus) 2024iOS 26iPhone 15 Pro (Max) 2023iOS 26iPhone 15 (Plus) 2023iOS 26iPhone 14 Pro (Max) 2022iOS 26iPhone 14 (Plus) 2022iOS 26iPhone SE (3rd gen) 2022iOS 26iPhone 13 Pro (Max) 2021iOS 26iPhone 13 (mini) 2021iOS 26iPhone 12 Pro (Max) 2020iOS 26iPhone 12 (mini) 2020iOS 26iPhone SE (2nd gen) 2020iOS 26iPhone 11 Pro (Max) 2019iOS 26iPhone 11 2019iOS 26iPhone XR 2018iOS 18iPhone XS (Max) 2018iOS 18iPhone X 2017iOS 16iPhone 8 (Plus) 2017iOS 16iPhone 7 (Plus) 2016iOS 15iPhone SE (1st gen) 2016iOS 15iPhone 6s (Plus) 2015iOS 15 Is your iPhone still supported by Apple? If your iPhone runs iOS 15 or newer, it is still receiving security updates and is safe to use The latest version of the iPhone operating system is iOS 26, which will continue to receive new features until the next major release, iOS 27, launches in the fall of 2026. Even if your iPhone can’t run the latest version of iOS, it is safe to use as long as it continues to receive security updates. Apple often releases security updates for older iOS versions to patch flaws that are being exploited. For example, in March 2026 the “DarkSword” hacking toolkit was identified as targeting iPhones running older versions of iOS 18. The security holes used by the DarkSword malware were addressed in the iOS 18.7.6 update. If you use an iPhone running a version of iOS that Apple doesn’t support with security updates, you are at risk of exploitation attacks targeting flaws in older software versions. Some updates may also be necessary to maintain certificates needed for essential services like iMessage, FaceTime, and device activation, so if you aren’t running a supported version of iOS you may find these features stop working. The good news is that all of the iPhone models listed in the table above are currently supported by Apple, although the level of support varies. Apple continues to provide security updates for the following older versions of iOS: iOS 15 and iOS 16 received updates to address security vulnerabilities in March 2026 iOS 18 received a critical security update in March 2026 Apple doesn’t need to update iOS 17, because every iPhone that runs it can upgrade to a newer version. This means that, for now at least, the following older iPhones are still receiving security updates: iPhone X iPhone 8 iPhone 7 iPhone SE (1st generation) iPhone 6s – the oldest supported iPhone We don’t know how much longer Apple will continue to support iOS 15 and iOS 16 — and these iPhones. As we explain in How long Apple supports iPhones for, the company has already classified the iPhone SE (1st generation) as obsolete, while the iPhone 6s, iPhone 7, iPhone 8 and iPhone X are on Apple’s vintage list. These classifications mean it may no longer be possible to get these devices repaired through Apple. Should I upgrade my iPhone? IDG If your iPhone can’t run the newest version of iOS, that doesn’t necessarily mean you need to upgrade. While you won’t get the latest features, Apple continues to issue software updates to address security vulnerabilities in recent versions of iOS. Even with the arrival of iOS 26, Apple has continued to support iOS 18, iOS 16 and iOS 15 with security updates – and, with those versions of iOS, 2015’s iPhone 6s through to 2018’s iPhone XR and iPhone XS. However, if you’re using an older iPhone, security is the key concern. Apple is still providing security patches for older devices via iOS 15 and iOS 16, but this support is unlikely to last much longer. By contrast, iOS 18 support is expected to continue for several more years, extending the usable life of the iPhone XS and XR. Once your device can no longer run a supported version of iOS, it’s time to seriously consider upgrading. We explain how long Apple supports the iPhone for in a separate article, and you can see full iOS compatibility in the chart above. As a general rule, any iPhone that can’t run iOS 26 is nearing the end of its practical lifespan. Even among iPhones that do support iOS 26, some upgrades are worth considering. In particular, newer models support Apple Intelligence features that aren’t available on older devices. If you own one of the following iPhones, upgrading will give you access to significantly improved performance and newer features — especially if you’re moving to a recent model such as the iPhone 17: iPhone 15 & 15 Plus (2023) iPhone 14 Pro & 14 Pro Max (2022) iPhone 14 & 14 Plus (2022) iPhone SE (3rd generation, 2022) iPhone 13 Pro & 13 Pro Max (2021) iPhone 13 mini (2021) iPhone 12 Pro & 12 Pro Max (2020) iPhone 12 & 12 mini (2020) iPhone SE (2nd generation, 2020) iPhone 11 Pro & 11 Pro Max (2019) iPhone 11 (2019) Every iOS version supported by each iPhone To show you which versions of iOS your iPhone can run, we’ve broken down each iPhone generation in the chart below, so you can see which version it originally shipped with (as that will be the earliest it can run) and the latest iteration it currently supports – including whether that iPhone supports iOS 26. Take a look at our guide to Every version of iOS released so far for more information about the different versions of iOS. Every version of iOS and the phones it supports.Foundry iPhone Air Original iOS version: iOS 26 Does it run iOS 26: Yes iPhone 17, 17e, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max Original iOS version: iOS 26 Does it run iOS 26: Yes iPhone 16, 16e, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max Original iOS version: iOS 18 Does it run iOS 26: Yes iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max Original iOS version: iOS 17 Does it run iOS 26: Yes iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max Original iOS version: iOS 16 Does it run iOS 26: Yes iPhone 13, 13 mini, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max Original iOS version: iOS 15 Does it run iOS 26: Yes iPhone SE (3rd generation) Original iOS version: iOS 15 Does it run iOS 26: Yes iPhone 12, 12 mini, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max Original iOS version: iOS 14 Does it run iOS 18: Yes iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max Original iOS version: iOS 13 Does it run iOS 26: Yes iPhone SE (2nd generation) Original iOS version: iOS 13 Does it run iOS 26: Yes iPhone XR, XS, XS Max Original iOS version: iOS 12 Does it run iOS 26: No Last compatible version: iOS 18 iPhone X Original iOS version: iOS 11 Last compatible version: iOS 16 iPhone 8, 8 Plus Original iOS version: iOS 11 Last compatible version: iOS 16 iPhone 7, 7 Plus Original iOS version: iOS 10 Last compatible version: iOS 15 iPhone 6S, 6S Plus Original iOS version: iOS 9 Last compatible version: iOS 15 iPhone SE (1st generation) Original iOS version: iOS 9 Last compatible version: iOS 15 iPhone 6, 6 Plus Original iOS version: iOS 8 Last compatible version: iOS 12 iPhone 5S Original iOS version: iOS 7 Last compatible version: iOS 12 iPhone 5C Original iOS version: iOS 7 Last compatible version: iOS 10 iPhone 5 Original iOS version: iOS 6 Last compatible version: iOS 10 iPhone 4s Original iOS version: iOS 5 Last compatible version: iOS 9 iPhone 4 Original iOS version: iOS 4 Last compatible version: iOS 7 iPhone 3GS Original iOS version: iOS 3 Last compatible version: iOS 6 iPhone 3G Original iOS version: iOS 2 Last compatible version: iOS 4 iPhone Original iOS version: iOS 1 Last compatible version: iOS 3 If your iPhone isn’t supported by iOS 24 or 18 then you might want to consider upgrading to a newer device. Take a look at our best iPhone deals round-up where we share the most recent money-saving deals. Read our best iPhone guide for advice. How to see which version of iOS you’re running If you’re not sure which version of iOS you’re currently running, it’s very easy to find out. Open Settings. Tap on General. Tap About and look for the iOS Version number. How to see which version of iOS is installedFoundry How to upgrade iOS Now that you know the latest version of iOS that your iPhone supports, it’s a good idea to make sure you’re running on that platform. Updating iOS on an iPhone is simple, follow these steps: Open Settings. Tap on General. Tap Software Update and wait for your iPhone to check for updates. When the latest update appears tap Update Now. Enter your passcode if required. Wait while the update is applied (your iPhone may shut down and restart) How to update iOS on iPhoneFoundry See how to update iOS on your iPhone for more advice.

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Apple adds new partners Bosch, Cirrus Logic, TDK, and Qnity Electronics to its American Manufacturing Program
Apple today announced new members of its American Manufacturing Program (AMP), expanding the company’s long-standing commitment… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Comparing wireless specs across Mac, iPad, iPhone, and more Apple products
Apple products use a wide mix of wireless specifications. Bluetooth 6, 5.3, and 5.0 appear in different iPhones, iPads, Macs, and more. Apple also uses different W-Fi technologies with currently sold products featuring Wi-Fi 7, 6, 6E, and even Wi-Fi 4. Visualize what hardware uses which spec below. more…

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Carrot Weather updated with new multi-model forecast feature, more
Hot on the heels of rolling out a major update last month, Carrot Weather is back with more. A new update today adds two new features to the versatile weather app: multi-model forecasts and analysis from the Storm Prediction Center. more…

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iPhone Dynamic Island isn't going away yet, but its days are numbered
Apple's push toward a true all-screen iPhone is coming into focus again, with a new leak outlining a timed shift away from the Dynamic Island toward hidden sensors.iPhone 18 render with a smaller Dynamic IslandChinese leaker Digital Chat Station claims Apple plans to shrink and relocate its front-facing sensors under the display over time. The shift would move from the current Dynamic Island to a smaller cutout, then to a single punch hole with Face ID hidden beneath the screen.The roadmap is unconfirmed, but it lines up with years of supply chain reports and analyst expectations. Apple has been steadily working to remove visible display cutouts without sacrificing Face ID performance. Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple TV has acclaimed crime drama returning this summer
Women in Blue is one of Apple TV’s growing catalog of Spanish-language series, and following its critically acclaimed first season, the release date for season 2 has just been announced. more…

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macOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 add compact tab bar in Safari
When macOS Tahoe and iPadOS 26 launched last fall, they removed support for an optional Safari layout: the compact tab bar. Now, the feature is back in macOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4. more…

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MacBook Neo could disrupt Chromebooks and Windows PCs, analyst says it ‘opens door’ for Apple
Apple launched the MacBook Neo earlier this month, shaking up the budget laptop market. The $599 13-inch device — or $499 for students… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Deals – Big Spring Sale day 2: AirPods Max 2 first deal, MacBook Neo, MacBook Air $300 off, more
We have now moved into Day 2 of the Amazon Big Spring Sale with a batch of fresh discounts now up for grabs. Alongside the ongoing holiday pricing on AirPods Pro 3, we have the first cash deal on the brand new AirPods Max 2 at Amazon (or $130 off with trade-ins at Best Buy). Those offers are joined by Apple’s silver 24GB M4 MacBook Air back in-stock at $300 off the list price, a chance to land MacBook Neo down at $558 shipped (‘excellent’ Best Buy open-box with 1-yr. Apple warranty), and the first deals on Apple’s new Spring Collection iPhone 17 Pro and 17e cases. Head below for a closer look. more…

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Other than Apple-1, other world-changing inventions launched in 1976
Apple's 50th anniversary is also the anniversary of the Apple-1. The Apple-1 isn't the only world-changing product that came out in 1976, with many other world-changing inventions sharing the stage.The Apple-1 came out in 1976, but it wasn't the only history makerIn 1976, Steve Wozniak, Steve Jobs, and Ronald Wayne shipped Apple's first product — the Apple-1. Fifty years later, absent all three founders for various reasons, the company stands as one of the world's largest technology companies by revenue. Not only is Apple vastly profitable, it has made incredible globe-spanning strides in computing, smartphones, wearables, and more.While the Apple-1 is undeniably one of the most important devices in the home computing revolution, it was hardly the only heavy-hitter that came out that year. As it turns out, incredible strides were being made across many industries, ranging from spaceflight to medtech, consumer electronics to cryptography, with many of the inventions laying groundwork for products and systems we see today. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Today in Apple history: Apple pays to use ‘iPad’ name
On this day in 2010, Apple paid to end a trademark dispute with Japanese multinational Fujitsu over the name "iPad" in the United States. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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New iPhone design with quad-curved display in the works, says leaker
Apple’s rumored iPhone roadmap reveals plenty of experimentation and unique designs coming, and one of them, per Weibo leaker Digital Chat Station, will involve a quad-curved display. more…

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