Apple server schematics stolen in May 2026 Foxconn cyberattack

AppleInsider can exclusively confirm that the Foxconn hack contained Apple server schematics. More damaging documents may come later.

Marko Zivkovic 2 weeks ago 2

Latest Apple Immersive rollout exemplifies Apple Vision Pro's entire problem

Apple isn't doing a good job shaking the accusations of abandoning the Apple Vision Pro platform when you observe how it handles sharing information about exclusive content like Immersive Video.

Wesley Hilliard 2 weeks ago 14

Apple TV went from industry skepticism to Cannes Lions recognition under Eddy Cue

Cannes Lions is honoring Apple Services chief Eddy Cue after Apple turned its once-questioned Apple TV push into a credible prestige entertainment business with growing influence in Hollywood.

Andrew Orr 2 weeks ago 14

Google I/O 2026 had nothing to say and said it badly ahead of Apple's WWDC

Google I/O is always like a little amateur dramatics show, but this year the company could have boasted about making Apple rely on its Gemini. It just totally failed to do so.

William Gallagher 2 weeks ago 16

App Store fraud prevention a big numbers game powered by AI & human review

Artificial intelligence has helped Apple's human-based App Store Review process prevent over $2.2 billion in fraudulent transactions in 2025. It also rejected more harmful apps than ever before.

Malcolm Owen 2 weeks ago 1

Insta360 Mic Pro review: exceptional sound quality for a wireless microphone

The Insta360 Mic Pro is not the smallest wireless mic you can get, but it might be the best for sound quality and certainly for build quality.

William Gallagher 2 weeks ago 0

Nintendo's 'Pictonico!' is a collection of minigames powered by Photos

Nintendo plans on getting real weird with it, bringing a new WarioWare-style collection of microgames to mobile platforms just as summer starts.

Amber Neely 2 weeks ago 1

Vibe Coding: Where it works and why doing it on an iPhone is a problem

Vibe coding is great for the App Store economy, but Apple is still wary about its use without safeguards in place. It's a fine balance that's going to be hard to maintain.

Malcolm Owen 2 weeks ago 3

Easily follow the FIFA World Cup in over 170 countries thanks to Apple Sports expansion

The Apple Sports app is turning into a much larger international platform ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026 by expanding to more than 90 additional countries and regions.

Andrew Orr 2 weeks ago 1

Second hardware team shakeup in a month seeks to speed up development

Apple's new Chief Hardware Officer Johny Srouji is looking to optimize his hardware teams with a second reorganization. The move is expected to quell some irritation as it speeds up development.

William Gallagher 2 weeks ago 5

Amazon slashes $250 off every 2026 16-inch MacBook Pro it sells

Amazon's May MacBook Pro sale delivers record-low prices on 2026 16-inch models with your choice of an M5 Pro or M5 Max chip.

Christine McKee 2 weeks ago 1

Plex lifetime pass price hike to $750 is ludicrous & too expensive for hosting video

The self-hosted movie and TV show streaming platform Plex has jacked up the cost of its lifetime pass 200% to $749.99. It's an insane move that will make users think twice about using the app.

Malcolm Owen 2 weeks ago 17

Hikawa Grip & Stand for iPhone launches globally at a new lower price

After selling out nearly instantly in 2025, the Hikawa Grip & Stand is a featured accessory in Apple's OS 27 accessibility pre-announcement and is available in three new colors.

Andrew Orr 2 weeks ago 5

Epic Games declares Victory Royale months ahead of Apple case conclusion

Nothing has been decided, and months of deliberations are still ahead, but Epic Games is taking a premature victory lap and rereleasing "Fortnite" globally (except Australia).

Wesley Hilliard 2 weeks ago 5

Vision Pro wheelchair control & more accessibility features detailed ahead of WWDC

Just before Global Accessibility Awareness Day on May 21, Apple has revealed some of the new assistive features coming soon to iOS 27, macOS 27, and visionOS 27.

Malcolm Owen 2 weeks ago 2

Apple Vision Pro Personas may be improved with Apple's new acquisition

A low-profile firm that makes software to create virtual avatars has been acquired by Apple, perhaps to improve Personas in Apple Vision Pro.

William Gallagher 2 weeks ago 3

Apple's iPhone Fold hinge design may become industry standard

A new rumor claims that a version of Apple's method of making a seamless hinge for the iPhone Fold will be replicated by others, suggesting that it works the best.

William Gallagher 2 weeks ago 9

Apple Design Awards 2026 finalists include Cyberpunk 2077 & Civilization VII

With WWDC 2026 just weeks away, the apps and games nominated for the 2026 Apple Design Awards have been revealed.

Marko Zivkovic 2 weeks ago 3

Rumored return to titanium after the aluminum iPhone 17 Pro doesn't make sense

A new leak claims Apple may bring titanium back to future Pro iPhones after moving the iPhone 17 Pro to aluminum, a reversal that could reintroduce many of the material's old tradeoffs.

Andrew Orr 2 weeks ago 5

Improved Writing Tools, generated wallpapers, & easier Shortcut creation rumored for iOS 27

The slow trickle of iOS 27 leaks continues with seemingly obvious upgrades that are being painted as part of a desperate move to catch up with competitors. Instead, they appear to be business as usual.

Wesley Hilliard 2 weeks ago 3

WWDC 2026 media invites read 'Coming bright up' as the June 8 conference approaches

Ahead of WWDC starting on June 8, Apple has sent out invites to the media for the event, as well as outlining its main schedule for the week.

Malcolm Owen 2 weeks ago 7

Apple at 50: Tim Cook, the man who grew Apple by trillions of dollars

He was a businessman instead of a designer, but as Apple CEO, Tim Cook also had to become far more of a politician than any of his predecessors. Here's how he started at Apple, ran the company, and will end his career.

William Gallagher 2 weeks ago 8

Problematic hinge could delay the iPhone Fold

A new rumor claims that the iPhone Fold's reported testing delays are because of significant issues with the hinge that could prevent Apple from launching it in 2026.

William Gallagher 2 weeks ago 21

Getting free AirPods Pro 3 sounds simple until the Apple Card fine print kicks in

Apple is offering its biggest Apple Card sign-up bonus yet with free AirPods Pro 3, though customers must keep using the card for months before they receive the full reward.

Andrew Orr 2 weeks ago 3

Amazon's popular $299 iPad 11 deal is back this week

Amazon's May iPad sale delivers prices as low as $299, with discounts of up to $228 off Apple's tablet line.

Christine McKee 2 weeks ago 0

Apple Watch Ultra could get first major redesign for version 4

Sources within the supply chain back up previous reports that the forthcoming Apple Watch Ultra 4 will be a significant update that includes doubling its number of sensors.

William Gallagher 2 weeks ago 9

Don't expect new Macs at WWDC 2026

Despite WWDC being a software conference, there are sometimes Mac releases, and there are always predictions that there will be, but it's very unlikely this time.

William Gallagher 2 weeks ago 9

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How Samsung SmartThings is embracing Matter on Smart Home Insider

Andrew O'Hara 2 weeks ago 1

New infostealer malware hides on Mac disguised as official Apple tools

Security researchers say a new macOS infostealer called SHub Reaper disguises itself as Apple security software to steal passwords, cryptocurrency wallets, and sensitive files.

Andrew Orr 2 weeks ago 4

AI is making smartphones verifiably worse by design

Smartphone manufacturers are overloading their devices with AI features in an effort to control how you interface with both the device and information at large. That's not good.

Amber Neely 2 weeks ago 22

India's Apple antitrust case gets minor reprieve as fears of $38 billion fine continue

Apple has been given two more months to comply with India's antitrust investigation, even as it is being ordered to "fully cooperate" with orders to submit financial statements.

William Gallagher 2 weeks ago 2

Sunday Reboot: Liquid Glass appreciation, Cook in China, and Cats

In this week's "Sunday Reboot," Liquid Glass gets an award, Tim Cook heads to China once again, and a wish for HomeKit to be more cat-friendly.

Malcolm Owen 2 weeks ago 0

AirPods Max 2 vs Heavys H1H: Heavy metal headphones compared

You've probably seen an ad for the rock-tuned Heavys H1H on the internet, and true to their word, they are in fact tuned for guitar-heavy rock. Here's how they compare to Apple's AirPods Max.

Malcolm Owen 2 weeks ago 0

Genmoji in iOS 27 will use what you type and what's in Photos for suggestions

Apple wants more people to use Genmoji, by creating suggestions based on phrases that you type into the iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 keyboard, and what you've got stored in Photos.

Malcolm Owen 2 weeks ago 3

Privacy & data security will remain central to Apple's 2026 AI push

Apple will relaunch Apple Intelligence and Siri platforms with new Apple Foundation Models. Despite Google's involvement, Apple will maintain its privacy stance.

Wesley Hilliard 2 weeks ago 7

Apple Watch Series 12 probably won't get a major update

A new report claims that Apple intends to make few changes to the current Apple Watch Series 11, beyond a new Watch face.

William Gallagher 2 weeks ago 6

Revamped Siri may launch in beta, despite two year delay

The long-awaited overhaul of Siri is already two years later than planned. Even so, it will still be beta software when it does actually arrive.

Malcolm Owen 2 weeks ago 22

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