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- 08:09 pmHow iOS 27 could use AI to improve your writing
iOS 27 will reportedly offer iPhone users additional AI-powered grammar assistance. Plus, the Shortcuts app is getting an AI revamp. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)07:57 pmMore Apple Intelligence features detailed as iOS 27 leaks continue
Macworld Apple’s expanded use of AI in iOS and iPadOS 27 will include writing tools that can check your grammar, custom shortcut creation using natural language, and AI-generated wallpapers, according to a report from Mark Gurman at Bloomberg. The tools are part of an expanded use of AI throughout iOS, iPadOS, and macOS, including an all-new conversational Siri powered by an entirely new language model. Apple wants to make Writing Tools, now two years old, more discoverable. There may be a “Write with Siri” button at the top of the keyboard, and a “Help Me Write” option if you invoke Siri while the cursor is in a text field. Among the new features will be a grammar checker, similar in function to Grammarly, that will display original and suggested text in a translucent menu that slides up from the bottom of the screen. For some time now, Apple has been working on AI-powered Shortcut creation, and it is apparently ready to be included in the OS. Instead of creating scripts in the Shortcuts app to make your own shortcut, you’ll be able to use natural language to describe what you want your shortcut to do. Finally, the report says we can expect a new option in the wallpaper picker that allows users to generate one using the Image Playground app, which is also expected to get a major overhaul with improved image generation capabilities. Google has promoted a similar feature in its Pixel phones since 2023. For more on what we expect Apple to announce at WWDC, check out our iOS 27 guide.07:30 pmWWDC26: Apple kicks off Worldwide Developers Conference on June 8th
Apple today unveiled an exciting lineup for its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), taking place June 8-12… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:05 pmApple Design Awards 2026 finalists include Cyberpunk 2077 & Civilization VII
With WWDC 2026 just weeks away, the apps and games nominated for the 2026 Apple Design Awards have been revealed.Apple has announced the finalists for its 2026 Design Awards.Every year, Apple recognizes App Store applications that demonstrate genuine innovation and ingenuity. Through its annual Apple Design Awards, the company highlights its top picks across several app categories, celebrating developers and their creative efforts.On Monday, all apps that were nominated for the 2026 Apple Design Awards were highlighted. Finalists are organized based on the design aspects Apple deemed particularly impressive, with three apps and three games nominated for each category. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:02 pmRumored return to titanium after the aluminum iPhone 17 Pro doesn't make sense
A new leak claims Apple may bring titanium back to future Pro iPhones after moving the iPhone 17 Pro to aluminum, a reversal that could reintroduce many of the material's old tradeoffs.Render of an iPhone 18 ProA May 17 Weibo post from leaker "Instant Digital" claimed Apple is researching improved titanium alloys for future iPhones rather than abandoning the material entirely. The post also claimed Apple is still exploring liquid metal and glass for future premium iPhone designs.Instant Digital has a mixed track record with Apple leaks, though earlier reports correctly pointed to features like Camera Control before Apple announced them.Apple hasn't publicly discussed material changes for future iPhones, and the leak offers little evidence beyond claims about Apple's internal thinking. Rumor Score: 🙄 Unlikely Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:58 pmApple TV’s twisty new thriller sounds like a big winner, first reviews here
Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed premieres on Apple TV this week, and early reviews indicate the Tatiana Maslany thriller-comedy could be another winner for the streaming service. more…06:55 pmImproved Writing Tools, generated wallpapers, & easier Shortcut creation rumored for iOS 27 | AppleInsiderImproved Writing Tools, generated wallpapers, & easier Shortcut creation rumored for iOS 27
The slow trickle of iOS 27 leaks continues with seemingly obvious upgrades that are being painted as part of a desperate move to catch up with competitors. Instead, they appear to be business as usual.iOS 27 will see some improvements to its various AI toolsApple announces new features for iOS each year during WWDC, and sometimes, early builds lead to leaks of features being tested. While these leaks frustrate Apple engineers that would prefer to keep them a surprise, they're sometimes obvious and predictable.According to a new leak from Bloomberg, Apple will announce improved Writing Tools, a wallpaper generator, and the ability to generate Shortcuts with natural language input. While these are not groundbreaking features, they're part of a larger effort to ensure users have access to various AI tools across their iPhone. Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:36 pmApple’s WWDC 26 invitation features the tagline ‘Coming Bright Up’
Macworld Apple just sent out its media invitations to the WWDC 26 keynote, which takes place at 10 a.m. Pacific Time on June 8. The media will gather at Apple Park to watch the same video that Apple streams on Apple TV, the Apple website, and YouTube, with introductions by Apple execs like Tim Cook and incoming CEO John Ternus. In addition to the invitations to the media, Apple has published the schedule of events for WWDC. It begins, as always, with the keynote presentation followed by the Platforms State of the Union, with additional developer sessions and group labs and such following all week long. Developers can find the schedule for those on the developer site, but don’t look for details on unannounced features there just yet. Apple fills in the schedule for those later. The invitation features the Swift logo glowing brightly on a dark background. It’s not unusual for Apple to feature Swift at a developer event, and there are always big updates for Swift users at WWDC, but this placement is especially prominent. Apple may have big things in store for Swift this year. Apple events are usually accompanied by a tagline, usually some play on words that gives a clue about an expected new feature to be announced. “Coming Bright Up” is the tagline this time, and our best guess about its meaning is the same as when the WWDC 26 date and logo were first announced with brightly glowing text: Siri is expected to get a major overhaul with a new interface to match, and a key part of that interface will be a glowing dynamic island when Siri is in use. The brightly glowing interface convention may be used for other Apple Intelligence features as well—iOS 27 is expected to get improved AI for visual intelligence, writing tools, photo editing, and more.06:30 pmApple preps AI enhancements for iOS 27, including writing tools, natural language shortcuts, and custom wallpaper generation | Mac Daily NewsApple preps AI enhancements for iOS 27, including writing tools, natural language shortcuts, and custom wallpaper generation
Apple is gearing up to deliver a fresh slate of artificial intelligence capabilities in its upcoming iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 operating systems… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:00 pmWWDC 2026 media invites read 'Coming bright up' as the June 8 conference approaches
Ahead of WWDC starting on June 8, Apple has sent out invites to the media for the event, as well as outlining its main schedule for the week.A logo used to promote WWDC 2026 - Image Credit: AppleApple's Worldwide Developer Conference is the big event for developers working in the Apple ecosystem. The 2026 edition is sure to be exciting as usual, and the company is preparing to get people involved.On Monday, Apple started sending out invitations to members of the media to attend a special event at Apple Park. While this would previously have involved watching a live keynote, it has since taken the form of a mass viewing of the keynote at Apple's headquarters, along with special events for attendees. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:53 pm9to5Mac Daily: May 18, 2026 – Apple Card promo, Siri rumors
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by Bitwarden: Make your life easier with Bitwarden, featuring a secure, open source password manager with end-to-end encryption and seamless autofill across all your devices. more…05:50 pmThe Apple Card ‘free AirPods Pro 3’ deal isn’t as great as it seems
Macworld Apple announced a new promotion this week that seems too good to be true: Sign up for a new Apple Card and get a pair of AirPods Pro 3 for free. That sounds great (no pun intended), but take a closer look at the fine print, and it’s not nearly as generous as it seems. To start, notice that you don’t actually get AirPods Pro 3 free. You have to buy them, and then you eventually get reimbursed by Apple. It says as much right in the big banner at the top of the Apple Card signup page. For a limited time, earn back the cost of AirPods Pro 3, up to $250 total Bonus Daily Cash. Get a new Apple Card and buy AirPods Pro 3 at Apple by June 15. Starting July 1, each month you make 10+ purchases you’ll earn $25 Bonus Daily Cash, through April 30, 2027.* Apple Oh, what’s that? An asterisk? Let’s just scroll down to the fine print and find out what that asterisk is all about… Obviously, this is a promotion to get new applicants, so it doesn’t apply to anyone who already has an Apple Card. If you’re new to Apple Card, you have to apply for a new Apple Card, be approved, and then use that Apple Card to buy AirPods Pro 3 directly from Apple by June 15. You will then earn $250 in “bonus Daily Cash” equal to the cost of your AirPods Pro 3, minus sales tax and any other fees (you’re on the hook for that). Also, the AirPods need to be new, so you can’t buy a refurbished set, or different AirPods, or buy in bulk. You can, however, use the various purchase options tied to Apple Card, including paying in installments, and a trade-in offer won’t affect your eligibility. Daily Cash is one of Apple’s signature features, where the cashback you earn is deposited into a virtual Apple Cash card or the Apple Card’s high-yield savings account each day as your purchases clear. Most Apple Pay purchases give you 2-3 percent cash back. So the cost of the AirPods Pro 3 you purchase will be reimbursed to you as a one-time Daily Cash bonus? No problem, you’ll just pay them off right away and avoid the interest, right? Sorry, it’s paid to you at the rate of $25 per month over 10 months, from July 1, 2026, through April 30, 2027. What’s more, you have to use your Apple Card to make at least 10 purchases each month (of at least $0.01). If you use the Apple Card Family feature to add family members to your account with other family members, their purchases will not count toward the 10 you need to make. You’ll also need to watch out for multiple purchases from a single vendor that get bundled into a single purchase. The App Store does this: make several in-app purchases within one or two days, and your card will usually be billed only once. Those bundle purchases only count as a single transaction for this. The $25 of bonus daily cash is earned and deposited in your account after your 10th purchase each month. The fine print does not say what happens if you make fewer than 10 purchases in a month, but it would appear that you simply don’t get your $25 that month, but you can resume getting the $25 bonus in future months by making 10 or more purchases. You’ll just run out of time to get your full $250 back before the promotion ends. In short, you don’t actually get a free pair of AirPods Pro 3. You have to buy them first, and then you need to make a lot of purchases with your new Apple Card every month for almost a year to get paid back the purchase price. As is always the case with credit cards, nothing is actually free; the bank will extract the value of whatever you think you’re getting for free one way or the other. Apple Card is a perfectly reasonable cashback credit card with no fees, especially if you buy a lot of Apple stuff. If you were going to get an Apple Card anyway and you know you are going to use it about three times a week for the next year, and you can pay off those AirPods Pro 3 before you start racking up monthly interest, then there’s no reason not to take advantage of this offer. But the stipulations and conditions on this promotion should probably not convince anyone to get Apple Card that wasn’t already going to do it anyway.05:48 pmiOS 27 to add new custom wallpaper feature, more: report
iOS 27 is set to be announced in just three weeks, and a new report today dives into three new features coming to iPhone this year. more…05:38 pmApple unveils 30+ Apple Design Award app finalists
Apple just sent press invites for the WWDC 2026 keynote, and the company has also unveiled the 30+ apps that are Apple Design Award finalists heading into this year’s conference. Here’s the full list. more…05:30 pmWhat Tim Cook’s trip to China with President Trump could mean for Apple investors
Outgoing Apple CEO Tim Cook participated in a high-stakes U.S. delegation to Beijing this week — the first presidential visit to China in… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.05:25 pmApple published a new Press Release
Apple just published a new Press Release:Apple kicks off Worldwide Developers Conference on June 805:20 pmApple might replace aluminum with titanium in future iPhones again, per leak
Last year, iPhone 17 Pro switched from titanium to an aluminum-based design instead. But according to Weibo leaker Instant Digital, Apple is now exploring an improved version of titanium for future iPhone models. more…05:16 pmApple sends invites for WWDC26 keynote, iOS 27 and more coming soon
Apple is officially inviting members of the press to WWDC 2026 today. WWDC will kick off on June 8, with a keynote at 10 a.m. PT/1 p.m. ET. “Coming bright up” is the tagline for this year’s WWDC festivities. more…05:00 pmApple Watch sleep score became more useful for me with these settings
Apple Watch includes a built-in sleep tracking feature. Just wear your Apple Watch to bed, and it works automatically. No need to install apps or enter a special mode. watchOS 26 takes sleep tracking further with Apple’s sleep score feature. Sleep score is a great way to visualize the quality of your sleep from night to night. There’s one setting in particular that has made sleep score especially useful for me. more…04:45 pmGradient Google icon redesign starts rolling out
Following our report last month, Google is beginning to roll out its gradient icon redesign for Workspace apps. more…