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- 08:01 pm‘Apple’s true achievement is the culture Steve Jobs instilled’ – Gene Munster
Longtime Apple analyst Gene Munster has obsessed about all things Apple for more than 20 years. When asked for Apple’s defining achievement… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:42 pmApple Maps ads inch closer to release with iOS 26.5 beta 2
Ads will soon make their way to Apple Maps, with the latest iOS 26.5 developer beta offering additional insight into how they'll work.iOS 26.5 beta 2 includes a new splash screen for Apple Maps ads.Following multiple rumors of advertisements coming to Apple Maps, the change was officially confirmed on March 24. With Monday's iOS 26.5 developer beta, Apple has now taken the first step towards bringing ads to the iPhone's built-in Maps app.The software update contains a new splash screen detailing the key aspects of Apple Maps ads. "Maps may show local ads based on your approximate location, current search terms, or view of the map while you search," reads the screen. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:30 pmiOS 26.4 upgraded one of my most-used Control Center features in a big way
iOS 26.4 is the latest iPhone update, headlined by many new features in Apple Music. There’s also a music-related improvement to Control Center in iOS 26.4: Shazam song recognition will now work even when you’re offline. more…06:42 pmiOS 26.5 beta 2 is here, but is light on new features
Macworld The 26.4 updates brought with them a number of improvements across the various operating systems and Apple’s included apps. But they didn’t bring the expected, long overdue improvements to Siri: A new foundation model, on-screen awareness, personal context, and actions across apps. Recent rumors make it seem unlikely that those things will appear before the big OS 27 updates in the fall, for which Apple is targeting even bigger Apple Intelligence upgrades. There was some hope that some of those features might ship in iOS 26.5, but the beta doesn’t include any Siri changes at all. We probably won’t see any Siri improvements until WWDC in June. Updated April 13, 2026: Apple has released the second beta of iOS and iPadOS 26, along with watchOS, tvOS, visionOS, and others. What’s new in iOS 26.5 New subscription options: App developers might have new options for subscriptions with Apple’s in-app-purchases system. Specifically, they can offer monthly billing with a 12-month commitment. Suggested Places in maps: Along with preparing for ads in Maps coming this summer, Apple is adding Suggested Places (which will also eventually include paid placement). RCS encryption: Once again, Apple has enabled end-to-end encryption for messages with Android users, but it’s unclear whether this will make it into the final release. iOS 26.5 beta: How to install If you want to test the iOS 26 beta releases but are not a registered developer, follow these steps: Click Sign Up on the Apple Beta page and register with your Apple ID. Log in to the Beta Software Program. Click Enroll your iOS device. Open the Settings app, tap General, then Software Update. In the Beta Updates section, select the iOS Public Beta. It may take a few moments after registering for the beta option to appear in Software Update. iOS 26.5: How to install the developer beta You’ll need to be registered as an Apple developer, but a free developer account will do. You can get one via Xcode or the Apple Developer app in iOS. Here’s how to do it via the Apple Developer app: Download the Apple Developer App from the App Store. Open the app. Tap on Account. Sign in using your usual Apple ID. Find out everything you need to know about iOS 26 in our iOS 26 superguide.06:30 pmWarren Buffett reveals the real reason why Berkshire cut its Apple stake in half
Berkshire Hathaway has sold well over half of its stake in Apple in recent years, significantly reducing the tech giant’s weight in its… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:26 pmSave on Apple’s Silicone, Clear and TechWoven cases for iPhone 17 lineup
Don’t miss big savings on official Apple cases to protect your new iPhone 17. There are many designs and colors to choose. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)06:21 pmiOS 26.5 beta 2 gives Apple Maps a new ads popup
iOS 26.5 beta 2 arrived today, and with it Apple Maps has gained a new popup regarding the forthcoming rollout of ads. Here are the details. more…05:47 pmBiggest US airline adds support for iOS 26 boarding passes in Wallet
As part of iOS 26, Apple launched a revamped experience for airline boarding passes in Apple Wallet. As of today, this feature is now supported by all four of the biggest airlines in the United States. Delta, United, and Southwest all rolled out support for the new iOS 26 boarding pass experience last year. Now, American Airlines has officially followed suit by supporting key new boarding pass features in Apple Wallet. more…05:40 pmApple removes old Pages, Numbers, and Keynote apps from Mac App Store
Macworld Apple has simplified their Mac productivity software lineup by removing its old free productivity apps, leaving only the versions that are compatible with the new Creator Studio subscription. When Apple introduced Creator Studio, it updated the iOS and iPadOS apps to be compatible with the new subscription. On the Mac, however, new versions of all the apps were introduced, with new icons, while the old versions still remained. You could download the old Final Cut Pro, Pages, Keynote, Numbers, etc. or you could download new versions that work with Creator Studio. Now, for the free apps Pages, Numbers, and Keynote, Apple has removed the versions, leaving only those that are compatible with Creator Studio. To be clear: the Creator Studio compatible versions are still totally free, and you can still do everything you used to do with the older free apps. But they will nag you to subscribe to Creator Studio to get access to additional features like more templates and AI-powered capabilities. If you have previously downloaded Pages, Numbers, or Keynote on your Mac you will be able to find them in your Mac apps history (click your profile picture in the lower left) if you want to download them again, but you can expect they won’t be updated any longer. The paid Mac apps Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Motion, Compressor, and Pixelmator Pro are still listed on the App Store–both in their current paid forms and in the subscription-required Creator Studio versions.05:32 pmTesting of second iOS 26.5, macOS 26.5 developer beta builds now underway
Apple is now on its second round of developer betas for iOS 26.5, iPadOS 26.5, watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, visionOS 26.5, and macOS Tahoe 26.5.Apple's hardware that works with the 26-generation operating systems - Image Credit: AppleThe second developer betas for iOS 26.5, iPadOS 26.5, watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, visionOS 26.5, and macOS Tahoe 26.5 replace the first, which arrived on March 30. However, Apple re-released the developer beta for iOS 26.5 on March 24, with a new build number.iOS 26.5 build 2 is 23F5054h, replacing 23F5043k Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:15 pmBookends 15.3.2
Reference management tool adds a new AppleScript command to sync a library. ($74.99 new, free update, 128.9 MB, macOS 11+)05:14 pmOmniFocus 4.8.9
Maintenance update with improvements and bug fixes for the task management app. ($74.99 new, free update, 40.4 MB, macOS 14+)05:14 pmAudio Hijack 4.5.7
Brings user interface updates to the full-featured audio recording app. ($64 new, free update, 27.7 MB, macOS 14.4+)05:12 pmOld iWork apps are now gone, Creator Studio iWork apps are still free
On April 13, Apple stopped providing downloads for the previous versions of Pages, Keynote, and Numbers. Instead, download the Creator Studio versions of the apps that are still free.iWork icons of both generationsApple's introduction of the Creator Studio brought with it new versions of the iWork suite to match. The new apps, designed to work better with the Creator Studio subscription, were provided while still allowing users to acquire the previous version of the apps.However, as of April 13, 2026 and spotted by @Aaronp613 on X, users attempting to acquire Pages, Keynote, or Numbers for macOS or iPadOS will not be able to get the non-Creator Studio versions. Checking the App Store and the Mac App Store, only the updated Creator Studio editions are available, with the old versions not shown in searches. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:12 pmiPadOS 26.5 beta 2 now available, plus watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, more
Apple has just released new betas. Developer beta 2 is now available for iPadOS 26.5, watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, and more. more…05:10 pmApple TV flick ‘Outcome,’ starring Keanu Reeves, is ‘awkward, clumsily maudlin, and shot like a fever dream’ – NYT | Mac Daily NewsApple TV flick ‘Outcome,’ starring Keanu Reeves, is ‘awkward, clumsily maudlin, and shot like a fever dream’ – NYT
Apple TV's “Outcome” is a dark comedy that centers on Reef Hawk (Keanu Reeves), a beloved Hollywood star who must dive into the depths… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.05:07 pmApple releases macOS 26.5 beta 2, here’s what to expect
Apple is rolling out the second wave of developer betas for macOS 26.5 and its counterparts. Here are the details. more…05:06 pmApple releases iOS 26.5 beta 2 for iPhone
Apple has released the second iOS 26.5 beta for developers. iOS 26.5 beta 2 follows two versions of the first beta. The second version became the first iOS 26.5 public beta. more…04:54 pmIt might be really hard to get an iPhone Fold at launch
A new report from Digitimes today says that production of Apple’s upcoming iPhone Fold has hit a roadblock. According to “sources within the company’s supply chain,” mass production of the device has slipped from July to August of this year. Still, Apple is aiming to launch the iPhone Fold in 2026, as Bloomberg also reported last week … but it might be really hard to actually buy one. more…04:52 pmAmazon launches $50 discount on iPad 11 for April
Amazon's April iPad 11 sale delivers prices from $299, with discounts of up to $259 off new and closeout models across the tablet line.Save $50 on Apple's iPad 11 A16 at Amazon.Amazon is kicking off this week with a return of a $50 discount on Apple's iPad 11 with the A16 chip in your choice of Blue, Pink, or Silver.Buy iPad 11 for $299 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums