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- 08:00 pmiOS 26’s Reminders app got a new feature inspired by Calendar
Apple’s Reminders app keeps getting better, including a key iOS 26.2 addition I’ve long wanted. But one of the most overlooked recent changes is an iOS 26 feature inspired by Apple Calendar that’s perfect for travelers: time zone support. more…07:41 pmApple fined by Italian antitrust watchdog over App Tracking Transparency rules
Italy’s competition watchdog agency, Autorità Garante della Concorrenza e del Mercato (AGCM), has fined Apple € 98.6 million ($ 116 million) over the App Tracking Transparency feature. Here are the details. more…07:38 pmiPhone XS, iPhone XR, Apple TV HD get critical security updates
Apple has released updates targeting the iPhone XR, iPhone XS, iPad 7, and Apple TV HD in a patch fixing security issues with the older models.iPhone XRWhen it comes to operating system updates, the main attention is on releases for newer devices, though sometimes patches arrive for older hardware too. It's rare, but sometimes Apple does updates that are small enough not to be mentioned on its Developer release page.On Monday, Apple issued a series of smaller builds intended for a selection of devices, IsTheAppleStoreDown.com told AppleInsider. The updates are very minor, and only partly apply to the current 26.2 generation of software. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:28 pmMagSafe Monday: The Zens USB-C Pro 3 cable charges your MacBook and your entire Apple setup at the same time | 9 to 5 MacMagSafe Monday: The Zens USB-C Pro 3 cable charges your MacBook and your entire Apple setup at the same time
When you travel with a Mac, an iPhone, AirPods, and an Apple Watch, the charger pile starts to get out of hand fast. Most multi-device chargers focus on the iPhone side of the equation, leaving the Mac out entirely. That means you still need to pack a laptop brick, a MagSafe stand, a separate Apple Watch charger, and a cable for your AirPods, in addition to whatever other accessories you may use. more…06:36 pmSave $300 on M4 MacBook Air with 24GB RAM, 1TB SSD – now just $1,299
Save $300 on a popular M4 MacBook Air configuration with a bump up to 24GB of RAM and 1TB of storage.Get Apple's M4 MacBook Air 24GB, 1TB for just $1,299 - Image credit: AppleTo activate the exclusive savings, shop through this special pricing link or the pricing link on our M4 13-inch MacBook Air 24GB/1TB product page from a laptop or desktop computer.Buy M4 13" MacBook Air 24GB/1TB for $1,299 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:35 pmTim Cook’s ‘top priority’ product could finally take shape next year
Next year will bring a huge lineup of 20+ new Apple products. And the unveiling of Apple Glasses could be a key step toward Tim Cook’s “top priority” AR product finally launching. more…06:28 pmApple COO Sabih Khan meets with China’s vice commerce minister
China's Vice Commerce Minister Li Chenggang met with Apple's Chief Operating Officer Sabih Khan to discuss the company's operations in China… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.05:47 pmApple will launch 20+ new products next year, here’s what’s coming
The new year is almost here, and Apple has a packed product lineup for 2026. Rumors indicate up to 25 new products will launch, here’s an overview of everything new on Apple’s roadmap. more…05:15 pmCoupon code: Get 1TB of cloud storage, just $130 for life
Koofr lifetime cloud storage plan gives you 1TB of space, accessible from any device. Pay just $129.99 for the cheapest cloud storage around. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:00 pmAll the products Apple killed in 2025 — with more to come in 2026
Whether named "obsolete," "vintage" or "discontinued," these are all the products Apple did away with 2025, with more to come soon. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)04:49 pmiPhone 18 trial production set to begin in February, paving way for spring 2027 launch | Mac Daily NewsiPhone 18 trial production set to begin in February, paving way for spring 2027 launch
Apple is set to kick off trial production for the iPhone 18 shortly after the Chinese New Year holiday. This means small-scale test runs… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.04:44 pmDeals: Level Lock+ Matter Apple Home Key lock, 2025 orange Alpine Loop, M4 Pro MacBook Pro up to $700 off, more | 9 to 5 MacDeals: Level Lock+ Matter Apple Home Key lock, 2025 orange Alpine Loop, M4 Pro MacBook Pro up to $700 off, more
Alongside ongoing $250 price drops on the M4 MacBook Air lineup and AirPods Pro 3 down at $199 on Amazon, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break does have some new deals to scope out. Firstly, we have the return on Amazon all-time low pricing on Level’s Lock+ (Matter) model with Apple Home Key at nearly 25% off. But we also spotted new lows hitting a pair of Apple’s 2025 Apple Watch Ultra bands – the orange Alpine Loop and the black Trail Loop – as well as this refurb 16-inch 24GB M4 Pro MacBook Pro is $700 off the list price right now, and even more down below. more…04:10 pmToday in Apple history: iPhone comes to the world’s biggest carrier
On December 22, 2013, Apple announced a deal with China Mobile to bring the iPhone to the world's largest telecom company. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)04:10 pmDeals: AirPods Pro 3 $199, Apple Watch Series 11 $299, M4 MacBook Air $749 with delivery by Christmas | AppleInsiderDeals: AirPods Pro 3 $199, Apple Watch Series 11 $299, M4 MacBook Air $749 with delivery by Christmas
There's still time to grab last-minute Apple gifts at substantial discounts with delivery by Christmas.Save up to $400 on Apple with delivery by Christmas on many items - Image credit: AppleAmazon and B&H have numerous last-minute holiday deals available, with delivery by Christmas to many locations. As always, be sure to check delivery dates for your specific address during checkout. But at press time, you can pick up an Apple Watch Series 11 for $299 ($100 off), AirPods Pro 3 for $199, and more.AirPods Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:09 pmiPhone Fold crease-free screen glass may not be ready yet
The iPhone Fold is expected to arrive in the fall, but technical challenges may still exist for the display and screen glass that aren't yet solved.iPhone Fold could take on the look of two iPhone Air models fused together - Image Credit: AppleInsiderThe biggest part of the long-rumored iPhone Fold is the internal display, with Apple doing what it can to avoid it creasing over the long term. However, it now seems that Apple could be cutting it close for a fall release, which could impact the initially available supply of the model.In a weekend post, Weibo leaker Digital Chat Station discussed the iPhone Fold and Apple's attempt to create a "visually crease-free" screen for it. Apple is thought to be trying out the use of ultra-thin flexible glass (UFG) for the display, which uses materials of varying thickness to allow the display to bend. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:07 pmiOS 26.3 release date: Here’s when the next iPhone update will arrive
Apple’s first iPhone update of the new year will be iOS 26.3, which just recently debuted in beta. Here’s the expected iOS 26.3 release date for all users. more…03:49 pmApple COO Sabih Khan tells China the company is committed to long-term partnerships
New Apple COO Sabih Khan has met with China's international trade negotiator, with both sides reportedly making general promises about continuing to work together.Apple's Sabih Khan (left) and China's Li Chenggang — image credits: Apple and WikipediaSabih Khan's predecessor as Apple Chief Operating Officer, Jeff Williams, made several such visits to China before his retirement, sometimes alongside CEO Tim Cook. Now China's Ministry of Commerce has announced that Khan has continued that relationship, this time meeting with Li Chenggang, International Trade Negotiator and Vice Minister of the ministry.There are very few details of the meeting, even in the Ministry of Commerce's own official announcement. It's not even said where the two met, although it's likely to have been at the Ministry's offices in Beijing. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:36 pmResideo's Scott Harkins talks about the new Honeywell Home X8S on HomeKit Insider
On this week's episode of the HomeKit Insider podcast, Scott Harkins from Resideo joins to talk about the new Honeywell Home X8S Matter thermostat and the future of the smart home.HomeKit Insider PodcastScott Harkins serves as the Senior VP of Sales at Resideo, that also overseas the Honeywell Home brand. After a tepid first few steps, the brand is going all-in on Matter with the launch of the Honeywell Home X8S thermostat.This thermostat, announced ahead of CES, is aimed at the premium market alongside Ecobee and Nest. It has a customizable touchscreen display, optional room sensors, and IAQ monitoring built-in. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:27 pmApple Wallet’s iOS 26 boarding passes now offered by three major airlines
iOS 26 brought a bunch of great changes to Apple’s Wallet app, including an upgraded experience for boarding passes. Another major airline has recently added support for the new boarding passes, making at least three total so far. Here are the details. more…03:12 pmiPhone Fold and future Galaxy foldable may end up copying the original Pixel Fold
After Google pivoted away from its stout book-like foldable form factor found in the original Pixel Fold, Apple’s coming iPhone Fold and a future Samsung foldable may just end up copying the same idea. more…