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- Tuesday May 26
- 06:13 pmApple TV’s new space-race thriller does something unique, first reviews here
Star City premieres on Apple TV this week, a spinoff of the space-race drama For All Mankind. Here’s what the first reviews for Star City are saying. more…05:46 pmFirst betas of iOS 26.6, macOS 26.6 arrive as WWDC draws near
Following the conclusion of the 26.5 generation of betas, Apple is now testing iOS 26.6, iPadOS 26.6, watchOS 26.6, tvOS 26.6, visionOS 26.6, and macOS Tahoe 26.6.Apple's hardware that works with the 26-generation operating systems - Image Credit: AppleApple is less than a month away from introducing the next milestone releases of its operating systems, including iOS 27 and macOS 27. However, it still has to manage updates for its current-gen operating systems, too.The 26.5 builds recently concluded its testing cycle with the release to the public on May 11. Two release candidate rounds also took place, with the last appearing on May 8. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:30 pmiOS 27 rumors heat up: Revamped AirPods menu, smarter Siri, and more coming at WWDC 2026 | Mac Daily NewsiOS 27 rumors heat up: Revamped AirPods menu, smarter Siri, and more coming at WWDC 2026
What to expect in iOS 27: While this year’s update is reportedly focused more on polish, stability, and refinement than headline-grabbing… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.05:10 pmiPadOS 26.6 beta 1 now available, plus watchOS 26.6, tvOS 26.6, more
Apple has released a new wave of developer beta software today, including beta 1 for iPadOS 26.6, tvOS 26.6, watchOS 26.6, and more. more…05:07 pmApple releases macOS 26.6 developer beta 1
Following the release of mcOS 26.5 earlier this month, Apple has now kicked off the next wave of betas for macOS 26.6. Here are the details. more…05:06 pmApple releases first iOS 26.6 beta for iPhone
Apple has released the first iOS 26.6 beta for developers. iOS 26.6 beta 1 arrives shortly after the official release of iOS 26.5 for iPhone. Apple highlighted 3 enhancements in iOS 26.5, including new wallpapers for your iPhone. more…04:51 pmTyped the wrong macOS password? That brief pause isn’t a glitch
Macworld When you’re starting up or restarting your Mac, everyone knows you’ll need to log in to a user account to continue the startup process. This involves selecting a user account on the Mac and then entering a password. Even if you have Touch ID enabled, macOS will force you to type in your password following a reboot as an extra security measure. If you’re following good security practices, you’ve created a strong password, one that’s practically impossible to figure out in a few seconds or minutes. The one thing about strong passwords is that they can be tricky to type–you’re bound to make a mistake when typing in a passworld like, “T+|Il1imnS∫$&:;,.” When you enter an incorrect login password, you’ve probably noticed that the macOS login box pauses for a second or two and then shakes before you can try again. It’s a brief pause, but it can seem like a maddening one, especially since it instantly logs you in when you get it right. Why does it pause? Aren’t we in an era where Macs immediately know when you’ve typed in the wrong password? That pause is there by design–it’s an important security measure. It’s there to discourage brute force attacks, multiple attempts per second by an unauthorized user to guess your password. You know how you get annoyed by that pause before you can make another attempt to type your password? Imagine how a threat agent feels during that pause. If that threat agent is using automated tools for a brute force attack, the pause cuts down the number of attempts that can be performed, thus cutting down the chances of figuring out your password. Of course, Apple also has security to prevent bad actors from working around this, too. After four wrong attempts, your Mac will lock for a minute; after five attempts, it’ll lock for five minutes; after six attempts, 15 minutes; all the way up to eight hours after nine attempts. Get it wrong a 10th time, and you’ll be locked out for good. So, the next time you miss on your password entry, and you’re anxiously awaiting for the password box to stop shaking, just remember that the Mac is doing that as a precaution. Be glad that someone’s looking out for you. After all, it’s a really quick pause that goes a long way to keeping your Mac safe.04:46 pmFuture iPhone might get real underwater photography features
New research shows that Apple doesn't just want to protect iPhones from water damage, it wants them to take perfect photos while in that water.Future iPhone camera lenses could be protected to shoot underwater, possibly via a slim case.There have long been third-party accessories that make it possible to film underwater with an iPhone. But as Apple itself notes in a newly-granted patent, such devices came with a specific problem."When capturing images underwater, typically the camera system must be protected from the water," says Apple in the "Plurality Of Optical Centers In A Unified Free Form, Hemispherical Optic" patent. In certain cases, "a barrier specific to the lens may be provided, for example in the case of a dome port." Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:25 pmLeaker battle: Will iPhone 18 Pro be aluminum or titanium?
The iPhone 18 Pro probably won't bring back titanium for the body for many reasons. The rumor mill is still having the aluminum versus titanium debate.iPhone 17 Pro was a return to aluminum for the line. The iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro lines used titanium for a strong chassis and premium appearance. While the iPhone 17 Pro moved back to aluminum, leakers are still arguing over which metal Apple will use for the iPhone 18 Pro.In the latest wave of the debate, Weibo leaker Fixed Focus Digital wrote on Tuesday that there's little chance of Apple returning to titanium for its premium iPhone models. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:15 pmEvery air traveler must know these power bank packing rules
Learn why putting your power bank in checked baggage is forbidden. It's an FAA rule to ensure safety while traveling with electronics. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)04:00 pmLed by Apple’s iPhone, foreign-branded smartphone shipments in China rise 1.8% YoY in April | Mac Daily NewsLed by Apple’s iPhone, foreign-branded smartphone shipments in China rise 1.8% YoY in April
Shipments of foreign-branded mobile phones in China — overwhelmingly driven by Apple iPhone sales — increased 1.8% year-over-year… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.03:51 pmiOS 27’s new Siri design will look like this, per report
Apple’s major Siri overhaul will be unveiled in less than two weeks, and a new report reveals exactly what to expect from Siri’s new UI design. more…03:34 pmSatellite-based internet will power inflight Wi-Fi on a lot more planes in 2027
Satellite-based internet will be offered on a lot more major airline flights soon. more…03:29 pmDeals: 24GB M5 MacBook Air up to $320 off, iPhone Air MagSafe Battery 40% off, M5 MacBook Pro $1,499, more | 9 to 5 MacDeals: 24GB M5 MacBook Air up to $320 off, iPhone Air MagSafe Battery 40% off, M5 MacBook Pro $1,499, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by (40% off) alongside the base 1TB M5 MacBook Pro back at the $1,499 Amazon all-time low as well as a host of hangover Memorial Day deals on chargers, and more. Head below for a closer look. more…03:02 pmSpotify will read magazine articles to you for $2 each as it further expands beyond music | 9 to 5 MacSpotify will read magazine articles to you for $2 each as it further expands beyond music
As Spotify users around the world await the return of their good old fashioned app icon, the company has announced new ways to stream more than just music. more…02:57 pmApple's 2026 M5 MacBook Air plunges to record-low $899
Amazon's month-end sale has slashed $200 off Apple's latest MacBook Air, with the M5 model hitting an all-time low price of $899.99.Grab the lowest M5 MacBook Air price on record at Amazon - Image credit: AppleThe record-low $899.99 price applies to all four color options when you pick up Apple's standard M5 13-inch MacBook Air at Amazon today. Released in March 2026, the standard spec is equipped with the 10-core CPU/8-core GPU M5 chip, along with 16GB of unified memory and 512GB of storage. New for 2026 is a starting storage capacity of 512GB, compared to 256GB in the last-gen M4 line.Buy M5 MacBook Air $899.99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:45 pmNew $380 Bank of America AAPL target puts AI in the spotlight
Bank of America just gave Apple one of Wall Street's most aggressive price targets yet after betting that AI could become the company's next major growth engine, rather than just another iPhone feature.Apple IntelligenceThe firm raised its Apple price target to $380 from $330 on Tuesday, arguing that "agentic AI" could become a major long-term revenue driver for the company. Bank of America believes Wall Street continues to underestimate Apple's AI revenue potential across its ecosystem.Bank of America had previously trimmed its Apple target to $320 in March 2026 over concerns tied to staggered iPhone launch timing and shifting revenue seasonality. The firm maintained a Buy rating at the time and continued to argue AI would remain a major long-term growth driver for Apple.Bank of America analyst Wamsi Mohan kept a Buy rating on Apple stock and laid out a bullish case for the company's AI strategy. The note argued Apple could generate far more revenue from AI services than investors currently expect. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:37 pmHere’s everything new Apple TV has coming in June
Apple TV kicks off June with several strong series already airing, like Widow’s Bay and Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed. But the new month will bring another high-profile original series, Cape Fear, plus two returning shows and possibly a long-delayed project. Here’s everything coming to Apple TV in June. more…02:35 pmApple’s huge MacBook Pro overhaul is coming soon, here’s what we know
Apple just released a MacBook Pro update in March, but there’s more coming soon. Apple is expected to debut one of its biggest MacBook Pro updates ever as soon as later this year. Here’s everything we know so far. more…02:30 pmApple’s stealth move signals major Generative AI push at WWDC 2026
Apple is quietly laying the groundwork for what could be its most ambitious AI showcase yet. Just weeks before the June 8 WWDC… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.