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- Monday January 26
- 06:32 pmApple releases iOS 26.2.1 and watchOS 26.2.1 with AirTag 2 support
Apple today released iOS 26.2.1 and watchOS 26.2.1, minor point updates to its mobile and wearable operating systems that primarily… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:24 pmParallels Desktop 26.2.1
Maintenance update for the virtualization software focused on Windows-related bug fixes. ($99.99 Standard Edition, free update, 5.4 MB, macOS 13+)06:24 pmWill the Mac ever get Face ID? This latest rumor is a good sign
Face ID has been part of the iPhone for close to a decade, and the iPad for nearly as long—but the Mac still uses Touch ID. A new rumor could offer hope of that potentially changing though. more…06:23 pmNew AirTag Offers Expanded Range, Louder Speaker
Apple’s second-generation AirTag arrives with a new Ultra Wideband chip that extends Precision Finding range by 50%, a speaker that’s 50% louder, and Precision Finding support on the Apple Watch Series 9 or later.06:23 pmIncremental iOS 26.2.1 update supports the new AirTag
Apple has released an incremental update for iOS 26.2.1, weeks into the start of 2026, chiefly to support its updated AirTag.Update your iPhone to iOS 26.2.1 today. Apple last issued updates to its operating systems on December 12, bringing iOS and iPadOS up to version 26.2. Over a month later, Apple's first operating system update of 2026 is a marginal update to iOS 26.2.1.At the same time, Apple also brought out updates for iPadOS 26.2.1 and watchOS 26.2.1. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:17 pmApple celebrates Black History Month with a new $99 Unity watch band
Macworld Apple is celebrating Black History Month in the usual way: with a new Unity watch band “designed by black creatives and allies at Apple.” This year, the band is a braided solo loop, which costs $99. In previous years, Apple used $49 styles like the Sport Loop or Sport Band. In addition to selling you a $99 watch band, Apple is highlighting its support of organizations “that inspire connection and promote creativity.” These include Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Urban Arts in New York City, Youth Music in London, Art Gallery of New South Wales in Sydney, and Enactus México in Mexico City. Typically, Apple has a little more to offer in celebration of Black History Month. At a minimum, the company introduces Unity wallpapers and watch faces. While last year’s wallpapers and watch faces are still available, the company didn’t announce anything new for 2026 and we were unable to find anything. The same goes for other previous efforts for Black History Month: Apple Music playlists and App Store highlighted apps, content in the TV app and Apple News, Books, Podcasts, even Apple Maps guides have all features in previous Black History Month contributions. By comparison, this year feels a little basic. We get the usual “product you can buy” from Apple (at twice the price of past years) and unspecified charitable contributions, but not a lot else. We’ll update this post if anything else arrives before February 1.06:15 pmApple is distributing $95 million Siri settlement payouts under ‘Lopez Voice Assistant’ | Mac Daily NewsApple is distributing $95 million Siri settlement payouts under ‘Lopez Voice Assistant’
Apple customers who filed claims in a long-running class action lawsuit over allegations that Siri eavesdropped on private conversations… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:07 pmwatchOS 26.2.1 now available for Apple Watch, here’s what’s new
Apple has just released watchOS 26.2.1, a new software update for Apple Watch users. Here’s what the update includes. more…06:05 pmApple releases iOS 26.2.1 for iPhone, here’s what’s new
Apple today has officially released iOS 26.2.1 for iPhone. This update comes a month after the launch of iOS 26.2, which brought changes to Liquid Glass, CarPlay, and much more. more…05:55 pmMacBook Pro could benefit from thinner Face ID rumored for iPhone Air 2 & iPhone Fold | AppleInsiderMacBook Pro could benefit from thinner Face ID rumored for iPhone Air 2 & iPhone Fold
Apple is said to be researching a thinner Face ID module for the iPhone Air 2 and the folding iPhone. It's easy to see how this could benefit a future MacBook Pro.The current iPhone AirIt's already been repeatedly reported that the expected iPhone Fold will use Touch ID because the Face ID module is too thick. But regardless of what happens with future generations of the iPhone Fold, a new report claims Apple is aiming to slim down the module for the iPhone Air.According to Instant Digital on Weibo (in translation), Apple is "customizing an ultra-thin Face ID component." Instant Digital does have a reasonable track record, but he or she has not reported any further details about Face ID. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:31 pmApple's new AirTag has finally arrived, but it's not a must-buy for everyone
Apple's newly refreshed AirTag offers a louder speaker and vastly improved tracking. This makes it an attractive grab at a budget-friendly price — but not everybody that has one, needs to upgrade.The best reasons to get AirTagOn Monday, Apple announced the release of its new and improved AirTag. This coin-sized item tracker is a great way to keep tabs on oft-misplaced items, like keys, bags, and luggage.And, as AppleInsider's resident space-case, I have some thoughts on who it would work for, and a few good reasons you shouldn't grab one. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:14 pmThe next round of M5 Macs is reportedly ‘ready to go’
Macworld Several reports have built up 2026 as a big year for Mac releases, and we’ve entered the fourth full week of January with nothing to show so far. But the floodgates could be opening soon. In his latest Power On newsletter, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports that, “We’re going to see things kicking off here in the not-too-distant future.” Gurman referred to the MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, Mac Studio, and a new display as “ready to go,” though he didn’t get more specific. Previously, Gurman has reported that these products would be released in early 2026, which tends to be perceived as the first quarter of the year. On Wednesday, January 28, Apple will release its new Creator Studio, a software bundle of its pro apps (Final Cut Pro, Logic, Pro, Pixelmator Pro, and more) for $12.99/£12.99 per month or $129/£128 per year. To commemorate the release, the company is holding an invite-only Apple Experience event running from January 27 to 29, and I’ve speculated that the Creator Studio release and the event seem like a good time for Apple to unveil the M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro. Could Apple also release the M5 MacBook Air, M5 Max Mac Studio, and the new display at the event, too? The past two MacBook Air models were released in March, so a January release seems early. Same for the Mac Studio. But hey, if they’re ready, why wait? Gurman also reported that the M6 MacBook Pro–the laptop that’s expected to be the one to commemorate the MacBook Pro’s 20th anniversary–“is potentially coming sooner than people anticipate.” Past reports said that the M6 laptop could slip into early 2027, but now it seems like October is on the schedule. Since the M3, Apple has had the MacBook Pro on an October or November release schedule, though only the base M5 model arrived this past fall.05:11 pmHow to tell the difference between AirTag 2 and the original AirTag
There’s a new AirTag in town, but you might not know it based on the official product name. Fortunately, there’s a way to distinguish between old and new AirTags. more…05:06 pmTikTok is shaky after US ownership shift, reigniting censorship debate
The transfer of US TikTok's ownership to politically connected billionaires is more-or-less complete. But, the timing of its first major outage — and who is getting hit by it — is drawing attention.TikTok faces new scrutiny in the U.S. after ownership transfer and widespread outagesJust days after completing a deal that shifts control of its U.S. business, TikTok ran into widespread technical problems. Users report failed uploads, broken feeds, stalled moderation, and an algorithm that suddenly feels generic rather than personalized.The timing fuels suspicion, especially as some political content struggles to publish. No evidence shows the issues are intentional, but the outage renews arguments over censorship, deplatforming, and who controls what Americans see. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:00 pmApple preps new MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, and Mac Studio models
2026 is shaping up to be a blockbuster year for Apple's Mac lineup, with numerous significant updates, fresh designs, innovative features… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.04:54 pmTikTok in the US is already broken for some users, here’s why
At the end of last week, the long-anticipated transfer to US ownership for TikTok operations in the US officially took place. But it didn’t take long for American TikTok users to start seeing signs of a broken app. Now, we have an official explanation. more…04:51 pmDeals: AirPods Max $120 off, black Apple Watch Ultra $250 off, Trail Loop 44% off, black Milanese Loop, more | 9 to 5 MacDeals: AirPods Max $120 off, black Apple Watch Ultra $250 off, Trail Loop 44% off, black Milanese Loop, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break deals are now ready to roll. Starting off with a new 48-hour flash sale at Best Buy, we now have $250 off all black Apple Watch Ultra 2 models alongside some deep deals on official Trail, Alpine, and Ocean bands at up to 44% off. Those offers join this 25% discount on the official black Milanese Loop as well as $120 off AirPods Max (USB-C), and this M3 MacBook Air at $400 less than the M4 model. Everything else awaits below. more…04:50 pmToday in Apple history: iPhone sales hit first speed bump
On January 26, 2016, iPhone sales flatlined for the first time after nine years of spectacular growth. Some called it "peak iPhone." (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)04:38 pmAmazon is blowing out AirTag inventory at up to 29% off on the heels of new release
With Apple's quiet AirTag release this Monday, Amazon is clearing out last-gen AirTag inventory with discounts of up to 29% off to make way for the new model.Save up to 29% on last-gen Apple AirTags - Image credit: AppleAirTag prices have dropped to as low as $25.99 this Monday, as retailers clear out last-gen inventory to make way for the 2026 model. You can grab a single pack for $25.99 at both Amazon and B&H Photo, while Amazon has the best price on the 4-pack, which is marked down to $69.99. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:35 pmThese iPhone models support AirTag 2’s upgraded Precision Finding
AirTag 2 is officially here, and one of its tentpole features is improved Precision Finding thanks to an upgraded Ultra Wideband chip. But per Apple’s website, only certain iPhone models are compatible with the improved feature. more…