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- Tuesday March 24
- 05:08 pmiPadOS 26.4 arrives with new emoji, video podcast additions
The update for iPadOS 26.4 has been released, bringing with it enhanced video podcast support and a selection of new emojis to the iPad and iPad Pro.iPadOS 26 - Image Credit: AppleAfter four developer beta rounds and a release candidate, Apple has finally brought out its update for iPadOS 26.4. The update, now downloadable to iPads owned by the general public, include Apple's usual collection of bug fixes and performance improvements, as well as a number of feature changes. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:07 pmwatchOS 26.4 available now for Apple Watch, here’s what’s new
Apple has just released watchOS 26.4, the latest software update for Apple Watch. Here’s what’s new. more…05:07 pmvisionOS 26.4 arrives for Apple Vision Pro, here’s what’s new
visionOS 26.4 is available now for Apple Vision Pro users, here’s what’s new in the latest update. more…05:07 pmtvOS 26.4 now available for Apple TV 4K with three new features
Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD users, the latest tvOS 26.4 software update is available now with three new features. Here are the details. more…05:07 pmiOS 26.4 is here with Playlist Playground, videos in Podcasts, new emoji, more
The iOS 26.4 update has finally made its way to the general public, with videos now in the Podcasts app, AI-curated playlists in Apple Music, and more. Here's what's new.The iOS 26.4 update is now available to all users.Following the debut of iOS 26.3 on February 11, Apple has deployed its next major operating system update. Though it doesn't contain the long-overdue Siri overhaul, iOS 26.4 delivers a variety of meaningful upgrades.Core system applications, like Apple Music, Apple Health, Apple Podcasts, and Freeform all received new capabilities. Additionally, the iOS 26.4 update adds eight new emoji characters and introduces a variety of refinements, bug fixes, and security-related changes. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:06 pmStill no new Siri in macOS Tahoe 26.4, but there are bug fixes, emoji and Rosetta 2 warnings | AppleInsiderStill no new Siri in macOS Tahoe 26.4, but there are bug fixes, emoji and Rosetta 2 warnings
The official release of the Mac's operating system is now macOS Tahoe 26.4, as Apple continues to add performance and security updates, plus a little more.macOS Tahoe 26 - Image Credit: AppleFollowing the public release of macOS 26.3 in February 2025 with no significant new features, Apple has updated that version twice. Once was to support the new Studio Displays with macOS 26.3.1, and the once more with macOS 26.3.2 with more support for the MacBook Neo.Now those are all superseded with macOS 26.4, which has been publicly released after weeks of beta testing. There was one curious moment when Apple released a macOS 26.4 beta a day later than its iOS 26.4 one, but there's no apparent reason for that. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:05 pmNow's the time to update your Apple Watch to watchOS 26.4
Apple's watchOS 26.4 has just arrived, focusing on behind-the-scenes stability and performance improvements.Apple Watch Series 11As we suspected, watchOS 26.4 hasn't launched with any apparent new features, suggesting that it's geared toward stability improvements and bug fixes. Apple does occasionally release features with minor watchOS updates; typically, its larger releases are where we see anything of note.Like many Apple products, Apple Watch will update on its own over the air. However, if you want to force the update, just follow the steps below. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:05 pmApple tidies up tvOS, removing iTunes Movies, TV shows in tvOS 26.4
Get ready to update your Apple TV and HomePod, as Apple has officially rolled out the tvOS 26.4 update.Apple's bento box for tvOS 26As we saw in the beta, Apple has officially removed the iTunes Movies and iTunes TV Shows apps from tvOS 26.4. Consumers can no longer purchase shows or movies through the apps.To make purchases, they'll need to use the Apple TV app directly. Users will also be able to access their previous purchases from the Apple TV app. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:03 pmApple releases iOS 26.4 with 8 new emoji and 12 more changes to your iPhone
Apple has released iOS 26.4, bringing 13 enhancements to your iPhone. The new software update includes 8 new emoji characters, changes to Apple Music, keyboard accuracy improvements, and much more. more…05:03 pmApple releases iPadOS 26.4, here’s everything new for iPad
iPadOS 26.4 is rolling out now to all users, bringing a variety of new features to the iPad. Here’s everything new. more…04:43 pmGrab four AirTags for under $60 right now
Macworld Apple AirTag (1st Generation) 4-pack View Deal Keeping track of where your things are is so much easier when you can use your iPhone to see their location on a map. Well, a four-pack of Apple AirTags is only going to cost you $60 right now, since they’re 40 percent off at Amazon. These are Apple’s 1st-gen AirTags, but they’re not missing much from the new model other than a louder speaker and slightly better tracking. Otherwise, they’re still super easy to set up, as you only need to pair them with your iOS device. Then, if you use an accessory, you can hook these trackers up to your luggage, backpack, kids, and wallets. When they’re within Bluetooth range, you can get them to make a sound so you can find them more easily, which can be super handy when your keys go missing in the morning. Then, when they’re outside your phone’s range, they’ll just ping off of other iOS devices, Built for daily reliability, the trackers also include a replaceable battery that lasts over a year. It also doesn’t hurt that the trackers have an IP67 rating for water and dust resistance, so they’ll do just fine no matter where you put them and where you take them. Make your life better and get yourself a four-pack of Apple AirTags for $60 while this deal’s still live.04:31 pmSave $200 on M4 iMac with 24GB of RAM ahead of Amazon's Big Spring Sale
Apple's latest iMac with an upgrade to 24GB of memory and 512GB of storage is $200 off ahead of tomorrow's Big Spring Sale at Amazon.Save $200 on Apple's upgraded M4 iMac.Pick up the M4, 24GB, 512GB iMac on Amazon for $1,699, reflecting a $200 discount off MSRP. This model has multiple upgrades, including the M4 chip with a 10-core GPU, 24GB of unified memory, and 512GB of storage.Buy M4 iMac 24GB, 512GB for $1,699 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:18 pmApple Business is Apple’s latest attempt to own the workplace
Learn how Apple Business consolidates tools for device management, outreach and business growth across Apple's ecosystem. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)04:09 pmApple Business goes free, consolidating business and brand management tools in one platform | AppleInsiderApple Business goes free, consolidating business and brand management tools in one platform
In mid-April 2026, Apple will roll out a rebranded and free Apple Business platform, newly refurbished to provide helpful digital tools to businesses of all sizes. Here's what's included.Apple Business coming April 14 | Image credit: AppleOn Tuesday, Apple announced that it would merge all of its enterprise tools into a single platform dubbed Apple Business. And, as a bonus, all of the features will be available for free, starting April 14, in more than 200 countries and regions."Apple Business is a significant leap forward in our decades-long commitment to helping companies of all sizes leverage the power of Apple products and services to run and grow," said Susan Prescott, Apple's vice president of Enterprise and Education Marketing. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:02 pmApple to roll out search ads in Maps app as services revenue push accelerates
Apple is preparing to introduce search-based advertising in its Apple Maps app, marking a significant expansion of its services business… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.03:55 pmApple Business Mail temps Google Workspace users with free email
As part of its Apple Business Essentials update, Apple is gunning for Google's enterprise email business with its own Apple Business Mail hosting service.Apple Business MailApple's update to Apple Business Essentials includes an important element regarding communication. It's finally going to bring out business email services.As part of the new Apple Business Essentials, coming April 14, it will allow companies to set up email accounts alongside tools for calendar management and directories. Up to 500 users can be set up per organization under Apple Business. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:54 pmApple Maps ads are private and launch in the summer
Ads are coming to Apple Maps as part of a new Apple Business service aimed at helping firms connect to local customers, and not pushing those users away to rival map apps.Ads will appear in search results on Apple Maps from April 14, 2206 — image credit: AppleRumors of ads on Apple Maps first circulated back in 2022, but reports of them arriving recently escalated. Now Apple has confirmed that firms will be able to place local ads in Apple Maps from summer 2026.While the ads are coming to the US and Canada at an as-yet unspecified date, they are part of the new Apple Business which launches in over 200 countries on April 14. Apple Business brings together device management as well as promotional tools. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:45 pmFlighty launches new ‘Airport Intelligence’ feature, here’s how it works
Popular flight tracking app Flighty has launched a major new update today, adding a new ‘Airport Intelligence’ feature that’s even available on the web. Here are the details. more…03:41 pmDeals: 24GB M5 MacBook Air drops again to new all-time low, M5 MacBook Pro, Apple Watch Ultra 3 up to $190 off, more | 9 to 5 MacDeals: 24GB M5 MacBook Air drops again to new all-time low, M5 MacBook Pro, Apple Watch Ultra 3 up to $190 off, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by Amazon dropping this 24GB 13-inch M5 MacBook Air with 1TB SSD to a new all-time low alongside this 24GB/1TB M5 MacBook Pro at $200 under the launch price, and the 15-inch 16GB M4 MacBook Air down at $949 (selling out quick). We also spotted a chance to land Apple Watch Ultra 3 at up to $190 off the new list prices and Apple’s new 2026 Studio Display XDR with VESA mount hitting a new all-time low at $100 off. Head below for even more deals on Sony’s 2026 earbuds, Apple Pencil, charging gear, and more. more…03:24 pmContactless payment acceptance on iPhone expands to Mexico
In addition to announcing major Apple Business changes today, Apple is launching Tap to Pay on iPhone in Mexico. more…