Apple · 11/14/2026Apple HomeView goes on sale
Apple’s home display with Siri AI went on sale in select markets on November 13.
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Apple · 11/10/2026Announcing the Swift Student Challenge 2027
Applications run from February 8 to 28, 2027. Students can submit an app for any Apple platform.
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Apple · 11/10/2026Hello Developer: November 2026
Apple’s November developer roundup covers Touch on Mac and the Swift Student Challenge 2027.
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Apple · 11/10/2026Apple TV introduces new Sign Language interpretation feature
Sign language interpretation debuted for supported titles on November 13 with Being Heumann.
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Apple · 11/10/2026Football Manager and other hit franchises headline Apple Arcade’s holiday lineup
Football Manager 27 Touch is available now. Four more games arrive on Apple Arcade on December 3.
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Apple · 11/9/2026Olivia Dean is Apple Music’s Artist of the Year for 2026
Apple Music named British singer-songwriter Olivia Dean its 2026 Artist of the Year.
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Apple · 11/3/2026Siri AI is now open to all developers
Apple opened a developer preview for integrating apps with Siri AI.
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Apple · 11/3/2026Get ready with the latest beta releases
Apple released 27.3 developer betas for iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch and Vision Pro.
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Apple · 11/2/2026Apple reports fourth quarter results
Apple reported quarterly revenue of $114.5 billion, up 12% year over year.
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Apple · 11/2/2026Upcoming: New age rating content descriptors in App Store Connect
Apple is adding content descriptors to App Store Connect on November 16.
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Apple · 11/1/2026Apple lowers Taiwan App Store commission from 30% to 26%
Starting October 31, 2026, Apple's standard commission on paid apps and in-app purchases in Taiwan is 26%, down from 30%. The change is specific to Taiwan.
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Apple · 10/30/2026South Korea fines Apple and Google over app store payment practices
South Korea fined Apple 20.81 billion won and Google 42.9 billion won over app payment rules and reviews, ordering access to external payment links.
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Apple · 10/28/2026Apple unveils groundbreaking MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display
Apple unveils a MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR tandem OLED, M5 Pro/Max, and touch controls.
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Apple · 10/28/2026Say hello to Touch on Mac
Apple shares videos, documentation, and Group Labs to help developers prepare apps for Touch on Mac.
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Apple · 10/27/2026Apple introduces the new 14-inch MacBook Pro with M6
Apple's 14-inch MacBook Pro adds the M6 chip, up to 24 hours of battery life, Wi-Fi 7, and faster on-device AI workflows.
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Apple · 10/27/2026Apple unveils new iMac with M6
The new M6 iMac offers a 24-inch 4.5K display, faster AI and graphics, Wi-Fi 7, and seven colors.
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Apple · 10/27/2026Apple Creator Studio adds powerful new AI features and even more creative tools
Apple Creator Studio adds MotionVFX in Final Cut Pro, Generate Fill in Pixelmator Pro, and AI tools across Logic Pro and iWork.
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Apple · 10/27/2026Apple releases iOS 27.2 and iPadOS 27.2 with Siri AI upgrades and security fixes
iOS 27.2 and iPadOS 27.2 add security patches, five Siri AI languages, Messages suggestions and Apple Music changes; AI access depends on hardware and region.
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Apple · 10/26/2026Siri AI is available in more languages starting today
Siri AI beta adds French, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese and Spanish with the 27.2 updates; device and regional restrictions still apply.
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Apple · 10/26/2026Apple gives iPad mini its biggest update ever
Apple's new iPad mini adds an 8.5-inch OLED screen, A20 Pro, a thinner IP67 body and Pencil Pro support, starting at $699 in the US.
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Apple · 10/25/2026Apple releases iOS 27.1 exclusively for iPhone Duo
Apple released iOS 27.1 for iPhone Duo on October 23. It brings bug fixes with no published CVE entries; other supported iPhones remain on iOS 27.0.1.
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Apple · 10/23/2026iPhone Duo arrives at Apple Store locations worldwide
iPhone Duo arrives at Apple Store locations worldwide
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Apple · 10/22/2026Offer your subscriptions to businesses and schools
Apple now supports multiseat app subscription purchases for businesses and schools, with centralized seat assignment and management.
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Apple · 10/22/2026Formula 1® United States Grand Prix™ streams live on Apple TV this weekend
Formula 1® United States Grand Prix™ streams live on Apple TV this weekend
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Apple · 10/22/2026Developers bring incredible new app experiences to iPhone Duo
Developers bring incredible new app experiences to iPhone Duo
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Apple · 10/20/2026Apple unveils the 2026 Designers of Tomorrow
Apple and Design Miami showcase four emerging design projects and how their creators use MacBook, iPad, iPhone, and creative tools.
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Apple · 10/20/2026Apple expands US component manufacturing for iPhone Duo and iPhone 18 Pro
Apple announces titanium and camera component partnerships with Perryman and Qnity Electronics for iPhone Duo and iPhone 18 Pro.
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Apple · 10/15/2026Apple confirms China Intelligence beta for November 4, iOS 27.3 launch in December
Updated October 31: Apple has officially confirmed a November 4 developer beta for its first Apple Intelligence features in China, followed by a December release with iOS 27.3. Some features use Alibaba's Qwen; the new Siri AI is excluded.
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Apple · 10/14/2026Apple unveils HomeView, HomePod mini 2 and new Apple TV 4K
Apple unveiled the 7-inch HomeView with Siri AI on October 13, alongside HomePod mini 2 and a new Apple TV 4K. HomeView costs $299 in the US and ships November 13.
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Apple · 10/8/2026Apple confirms “Welcome home” event for October 13
Apple has officially announced its “Welcome home” event for October 13 at 9 a.m. ET. The invitation strongly points to a smart-home focus, but Apple has not yet confirmed the specific products.
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Apple · 10/2/2026AT&T acknowledges cellular issues on iPhone 18 Pro Max
MacRumors reports that AT&T told customers in a text message that some iPhone 18 Pro Max devices on its network have cellular issues and advised updating to iOS 27.0.1 immediately.
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Apple · 10/1/2026Apple among biggest corporate lobbyists in Brussels, report says
A new Financial Times analysis shows Apple has met with EU policymakers 257 times since June 2024 and spends between 8 million and 9 million euros per year on lobbying.
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Apple · 9/30/2026Fake iPhone Duo preorder page can steal crypto wallet data
Scammers are spreading a fake iPhone Duo preorder page that promises a $500 voucher and can steal crypto wallet data.
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Apple · 9/30/2026Report: Apple plans smart-home hub launch for October 13
Reuters, citing Bloomberg News, reports that Apple plans to unveil a home hub with a display on October 13, alongside updated HomePod mini and Apple TV models. Apple has not officially confirmed the report.
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Apple · 9/30/2026Apple Pay is now rolling out in India, starting with Axis Bank customers
Apple Pay is rolling out in India for customers with Axis Bank-issued Visa and Mastercard credit cards. Apple has confirmed the launch.
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Apple · 9/29/2026Report: John Ternus plans a faster, engineering-led Apple
Reuters, citing Bloomberg News, reports that new CEO John Ternus is considering more frequent product launches, fewer management layers, and a stronger engineering focus. Apple has not officially confirmed the plans.
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Apple · 9/26/2026Jury awards $5.7 billion against Apple in haptics patent case
A US jury found Apple liable for more than $5.7 billion over patents tied to haptic feedback in iPhone and Apple Watch. Apple plans to appeal, so the award is not final.
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iOS · 11/3/2026Apple expands language support for the redesigned Health app
The redesigned Health app in iOS 27.3 adds more languages, Insights and Longevity tabs, Health Age, and on-device movement assessments.
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iOS · 10/8/2026Apple now promotes iOS 27.0.1 as the main update
iPhone users still on iOS 26 now see iOS 27.0.1 as the primary Software Update option, while iOS 26.7.1 has moved to “Also Available.” The upgrade is not mandatory.
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iOS · 10/2/2026iOS 27.2 brings a fix for the Apple Podcasts Up Next queue
9to5Mac reports that iOS 27.2 introduces a fix for long-standing problems with the Up Next queue in the Apple Podcasts app.
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iOS · 10/2/2026iOS 27 gives Photos two long-awaited features
9to5Mac reports that iOS 27 brings full-featured slideshow creation and upgraded iCloud Shared Albums to the Photos app.
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iOS · 10/2/2026iOS 27 adds four new ways to customize the iPhone Lock Screen
According to 9to5Mac, iOS 27 gives more control over the Lock Screen design, with new customization options, wallpaper settings and more.
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iOS · 10/1/2026GrayKey maker can reportedly bypass iPhone Inactivity Reboot
Magnet Forensics says it has found a way to bypass the iPhone security feature that automatically reboots devices if they have not been unlocked for 72 hours, as reported by 404 Media.
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iOS · 10/1/2026iPadOS 27.2: two new features coming to your iPad
iPadOS 27.2 is coming later this month as a new iPad software update, with two new features.
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iOS · 9/30/2026iOS 27.2 adds Messages Suggestions back
iOS 27.2 is coming soon with new features, including Suggestions in Messages, which was in the iOS 27 beta but later pulled.
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iOS · 9/22/2026iOS 27.2 beta adds a redesigned Health app and more Siri AI languages
The first public beta of iOS 27.2 introduces a redesigned Health app, new Insights and Longevity sections, Health Age, Apple TV profiles and broader language support for Siri AI.
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iOS · 9/14/2026iOS 27 arrives with Siri AI and a major Apple software update
Apple released iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27 and its other major platform updates on September 14, led by a new generation of Siri AI and more Apple Intelligence features.
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iOS · 9/14/2026Apple expands parental controls in iOS 27
New tools in iOS 27, iPadOS 27 and macOS 27 give parents more control over apps, websites and screen time. Highlights include Ask to Browse, Time Allowances, a redesigned Screen Time experience and expanded Communication Safety protections.
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macOS · 11/9/2026macOS 27.2.1 closes the compromised eMudhra certificate gap
Apple has released macOS 27.2.1 with security fixes, including protection for command-line tools against compromised eMudhra TLS certificates.
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macOS · 10/2/2026Apple is tightening Full Disk Access on Mac as AI-agent risks grow
Apple will add safeguards so apps can receive Full Disk Access only after a very explicit and intentional user action.
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macOS · 10/1/2026OLED touch-screen MacBook Pro rumored for October or November
Bloomberg Mark Gurman believes Apple will introduce its 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models with touch-enabled OLED displays in October or November.
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macOS · 10/1/2026Fake Mac Zoom installer bypasses Gatekeeper, Jamf finds
Jamf has discovered a fake Zoom installer for Mac that bypasses Apple Gatekeeper protection; it installs Zoom but also an infostealer that sends data to the attacker.
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macOS · 10/1/2026Apple Mail on Mac may stop syncing Microsoft 365 accounts
Microsoft has begun disabling Exchange Web Services (EWS) by default in Exchange Online, the protocol that Apple Mail and Calendar on Mac still rely on to sync Microsoft 365 work accounts.
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macOS · 9/22/2026Mac mini with M6 and the new Mac Studio are now on sale
Apple has started selling its latest desktop Macs: Mac mini with M6 or M5 Pro, and Mac Studio with M5 Max or M5 Ultra.
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macOS · 9/1/2026macOS 27 changes the future of Intel apps on Mac
Apple is continuing the final stage of its transition to Apple silicon. According to Apple’s developer guidance, macOS 27 is the final release with Rosetta support, so developers of Intel-only apps should move to Apple silicon versions to avoid future compatibility issues.
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App Store · 11/4/2026Apple adds subscription retention messages to the App Store
Developers can now show a tailored message, image, or special offer when a customer starts canceling an auto-renewable subscription.
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App Store · 10/5/2026App Store adds new creative assets and a centralized Asset Library
Apple has introduced product-page headers, search-result assets, a new preview experience, and a centralized asset library in App Store Connect.
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App Store · 10/1/2026Apple Arcade adds five new games, including Terraria+ and Pusheen's Place
Apple Arcade subscribers got access to five new games today, as Apple had promised in early September.
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App Store · 9/30/2026Report: Meta Muse crosses 5 million downloads
Meta AI assistant Muse has passed 5 million downloads in the US and Canada, according to Sensor Tower.
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App Store · 9/24/2026TestFlight 4.4 is available for iPhone, iPad, Mac and Vision Pro
Apple has released TestFlight 4.4.0 with landscape support on iPhone, resizing improvements for iPhone Mirroring on compatible Macs, stability improvements and bug fixes.
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App Store · 9/9/2026App Store submissions are open for Apple’s latest operating systems
Apple has opened submissions for apps and games built for iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, tvOS 27, visionOS 27 and watchOS 27. Developers can use Xcode 27 and the latest SDKs, including new Apple Intelligence and Foundation Models capabilities.
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Apps · 10/24/2026Fortnite returns to Australia's App Store as court orders Apple to allow rival stores
Fortnite is back on Australia's App Store. A federal court ordered Apple to allow rival app stores, direct downloads and alternative payments by March 2027; Apple says it plans to challenge the ruling.
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Apps · 10/23/2026Delta 2.0 adds Sega Genesis games and iPhone Duo support
The Delta emulator has released version 2.0, adding Sega Genesis support, a Liquid Glass redesign, RetroAchievements and layouts optimized for the foldable iPhone Duo.
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Apps · 10/7/2026Meta expands the Muse app to iPad
Meta has released an iPad version of Muse, its proactive AI assistant, alongside new integrations for business and everyday tools.
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Apps · 10/6/2026Microsoft OneDrive will soon drop support for iOS and iPadOS 18
Microsoft has announced in the current OneDrive release notes that the app will soon stop supporting iOS 18 and iPadOS 18. The change especially affects the iPhone XR, XS and XS Max, plus the 7th-generation iPad, which cannot upgrade to iOS/iPadOS 26.
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Apps · 10/1/2026Audible announces AI-powered character guides, interactive stories and more
Audible announced three new features, including AI-powered character guides and interactive stories, to deepen customers connections to their favorite stories.
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Apps · 10/1/2026SpaceXAI releases a separate Grok iOS app for enterprise users
SpaceXAI has released a separate Grok iOS app for enterprise users, following OpenAI, which did the same in May.
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Apps · 10/1/2026ESPN app gets 4K HDR streaming on Apple TV 4K and iPhone
ESPN has launched a big upgrade for its tvOS and iOS apps: 4K HDR streaming.
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Apps · 10/1/2026WhatsApp expands parental controls to teen accounts
WhatsApp has expanded its parental controls to teen accounts, adding group activity alerts and additional restrictions for Meta AI.
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Apps · 9/30/2026Apple Music expands to four new countries
Apple Music has expanded to four additional countries and is now available in 172 countries and regions.
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Apps · 9/30/2026Apple Invites for iPhone updated with three new features
A new version of Apple Invites for iPhone taps into iOS 27 features, including improved photo sharing and Image Playground.
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Apps · 9/30/2026Halide 3.2 adds iPhone 18 Pro aperture control and two new looks
Lux Optics has released Halide 3.2 with variable-aperture support for iPhone 18 Pro and two new photo looks.
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Apps · 9/30/2026DoorDash now lets you order by text in Apple Messages
DoorDash launched an AI assistant that takes food orders in Apple Messages. U.S. customers can join a waitlist.
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Apps · 9/28/2026Duo-Man turns iPhone Duo into a virtual Walkman
The new Duo-Man app uses the iPhone Duo's two displays to recreate a classic Walkman, complete with a virtual cassette, authentic button sounds and music playback that starts when the phone is folded shut.
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Devices · 10/5/2026Apple opens submissions for iPhone Duo-optimized apps
Developers can now submit apps optimized for iPhone Duo, arriving October 23; matching screenshots will become mandatory from April 2027.
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Devices · 10/1/2026Apple shares photos shot on iPhone Duo
Apple shared on Instagram a curated gallery of six photos shot on iPhone Duo by photographers Jake Michaels and Jason Nocito.
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Devices · 10/1/2026Apple says iPhone Duo has a replaceable folding-display cover layer
Apple Kate Bergeron says iPhone Duo has a replaceable cover layer on its folding screen to help mitigate the crease that tends to become more visible over time.
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Devices · 10/1/2026Apple smart home camera reportedly has no video recording
Mark Gurman says Apple smart home camera will have no video recording, acting instead as a sensor that uses AI to analyze the home environment.
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Devices · 10/1/2026Twelve South launches Airfly Drive, an adapter that turns wired CarPlay into wireless
Twelve South has launched Airfly Drive, a small adapter that turns wired CarPlay into wireless CarPlay. According to 9to5Mac, it can be ordered starting today for $39.99.
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Devices · 10/1/2026Apple home hub rumored to launch in four colors
Apple smart home hub, reportedly unveiled on October 13, may be available in up to four finishes: Silver, Space Gray, Starlight and Rose Pink.
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Devices · 10/1/2026Apple Stores receive "Do Not Open" boxes ahead of smart home launch
Apple Stores around the world will start installing new product presentations on Thursday, October 8; boxes marked "Do Not Open Until October 8" arrived earlier this week.
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Devices · 10/1/2026iPhone 18 Pro sales jump in China, Counterpoint says
Sales of iPhone 18 Pro models in China were 12% higher in the three days after launch than iPhone 17 Pro sales during their entire first week last year, according to Counterpoint Research.
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Devices · 9/30/2026Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 adding two new features soon
Later this year, Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 will get two new features: Siri Recap and Live Rewind.
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Devices · 9/30/2026iPad mini 8 rumored to offer 10 new features
Rumors say the iPad mini 8 will get the A20 Pro chip, a landscape front camera, and a redesigned speaker system, among other upgrades.
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Devices · 9/18/2026iPhone 18 Pro, Apple Watch Series 12, Ultra 4 and AirPods 5 reach stores
Apple's latest hardware generation arrived in stores on September 18, led by iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, Apple Watch Series 12, Apple Watch Ultra 4 and AirPods 5.
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Devices · 9/14/2026Apple Intelligence gains new health and fitness capabilities
Apple has expanded health and fitness features across iOS 27 and watchOS 27. Workout Buddy can work on supported Apple Watch models without an iPhone nearby, while expanded GymKit can use heart-rate data from AirPods Pro 3 with compatible workout equipment.
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Software · 10/5/2026Apple releases iOS, iPadOS, and macOS 27.2 beta 3
Apple has released the third developer betas of iOS 27.2, iPadOS 27.2, and macOS 27.2, alongside new betas for its other platforms and Xcode 27.1 RC.
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Software · 10/1/2026Apple: original Developer ID Certification Authority (Sub-CA) expires on February 1, 2027
The original Developer ID Certification Authority (Sub-CA) expires on February 1, 2027. Certificates issued by this authority will stop working on that date.
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Software · 9/29/2026Apple announces major updates for Creator Studio apps
Pixelmator Pro, Final Cut Pro, Motion, Compressor, Keynote, Pages, Numbers, and Freeform are getting new tools for creative work, video, and productivity.
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Software · 9/29/2026Shortcuts in iOS, iPadOS, and macOS 27 gains more powerful automations
Apple has published a detailed overview of new triggers, actions, persistent storage, and Apple Intelligence capabilities in the Shortcuts app.
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Software · 9/29/2026Apple and AAP release guide for healthy family digital habits
Apple and the American Academy of Pediatrics released a guide to help families balance screen time with sleep, school, physical activity, and family life.
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Software · 9/29/2026Final Cut Camera 2.4 brings variable aperture to iPhone 18 Pro
The free update adds direct variable-aperture control, advanced exposure modes, and professional monitoring tools.
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Software · 9/28/2026Apple releases iOS 27.0.1 — the official update is now available
Apple released iOS 27.0.1 and iPadOS 27.0.1 on September 28, alongside macOS 27.0.1, watchOS 27.0.1 and visionOS 27.0.1. The updates are official and can be checked through Software Update.
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Software · 9/25/2026Apple publishes the full list of new features in tvOS 27
Apple has expanded its official tvOS 27 release notes. The update adds Hi-Res Lossless and AutoMix in Apple Music, video podcasts, faster AirPlay, audio transcription, Dynamic Text and per-app blocking controls.
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Software · 9/21/2026Apple is testing iOS 27.2 beta 2 and macOS 27.2 beta 2
Apple has released the second developer betas of iOS 27.2, iPadOS 27.2 and macOS 27.2 as the next testing cycle after the major September releases.
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Software · 9/15/2026iOS 27, iPadOS 27 and macOS 27 are now available
Apple has released the latest generation of system updates across its platforms. iOS 27, iPadOS 27 and macOS 27 introduce Siri AI, new Apple Intelligence capabilities, improvements to everyday apps and broader system changes. Availability of some AI features depends on device, language and region.
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Devices · 10/9/2026Report: Apple cuts iPhone 18 Pro component orders amid softer demand
Nikkei Asia, cited by Reuters, reports that Apple has reduced October component orders for iPhone 18 Pro models by at least 15%. Apple has not confirmed the report.
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iPhone · 11/6/2026More than 100,000 apps are now optimized for iPhone Duo
Apple says more than 100,000 apps are already adapted for the iPhone Duo displays and layouts, with thousands more being added each day.
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