Tim Cook denies imminent retirement rumors, 'can't imagine life without Apple'

Tim Cook has previously said that he'd probably be out of Apple by 2031. In a new interview celebrating Apple's 50th anniversary, he makes it clear rumors that he would retire in 2026 are false, and he isn't leaving any time soon.

William Gallagher 2 months ago 13

Apple scales up its partnership with Save the Music

As part of Tim Cook's 50th anniversary visit to New York City, he announced that Apple was going to help grow student music programs by expanding its partnership with Save The Music.

Amber Neely 2 months ago 0

Tim Cook continues Apple's 50th anniversary victory lap in new interview

Apple CEO Tim Cook reveals what he thinks the company's contribution to the world is, discusses working with Trump, plus what he plans to do if Apple ever gets tariff refunds.

William Gallagher 2 months ago 0

New Powerbeats Pro 2 & Nike collaboration is only skin-deep

Beats and Nike's hardware partnership puts branding front and center, adding logos, colors, and messaging while leaving the underlying earbud technology unchanged.

Andrew Orr 2 months ago 0

The first Matter camera has arrived, but Apple users won't notice

Two new products have gone on sale from Aqara, including the world's first Matter-certified camera. For Apple Home users, that Matter support means very little today.

Andrew O'Hara 2 months ago 9

Always-on display may come to iPhone 19e in 2028

Apple's plan for the iPhone 19e involves a switch to LTPO for the display panel, giving the future budget model an always-on screen, if not ProMotion support.

Malcolm Owen 2 months ago 1

App Store fees drop in China & Beijing immediately asks for more

China is escalating pressure on Apple's App Store just days after a fee cut, signaling the fight is shifting from commissions to the rules that govern payments and app distribution.

Andrew Orr 2 months ago 7

Apple's next 50th anniversary concert is probably in China

New York had Alicia Keys, now China is celebrating Apple's 50th birthday with a score of dancers now seen rehearsing ahead of what looks to be a spectacular light show and concert.

William Gallagher 2 months ago 1

iPhone 5 reaches the end of the line as Apple declares it obsolete

Repairs are now off the table for the iPhone 5, closing out support for one of Apple's most important early designs.

Andrew Orr 2 months ago 5

MacBook Neo can be modded to run faster, but you probably shouldn't

A thermal pad modification can boost sustained clock speeds in the MacBook Neo under heavy loads, but it's not something that most people should attempt.

Andrew Orr 2 months ago 17

Podcast

Sonos finally returns to hardware with Jennifer Tuohy on Smart Home Insider

Andrew O'Hara 2 months ago 0

Amazon drops Apple's iPad 11 to $299 with March markdowns

Amazon's March iPad sale delivers prices as low as $299, with discounts of up to $300 off new and closeout models across Apple's tablet line.

Christine McKee 2 months ago 0

MotionVFX acquisition hints at new Final Cut Pro features on iPad

Apple has bought MotionVFX, a firm that makes transitions, effects and plugins for the Final Cut Pro video editing app on Mac — and maybe also for iPad.

William Gallagher 2 months ago 2

Apple is the TCS London Marathon Official Performance Technology Product Partner

Apple has partnered with the world's biggest marathon as part of a push to encourage ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary goals.

Amber Neely 2 months ago 2

AirPods Max 2 vs AirPods Max: Premium personal audio compared

After years of rumors, Apple finally introduced new AirPods Max. Here's what's changed in the 2026 model compared to the first released six years ago.

Malcolm Owen 2 months ago 24

Liquid Glass is divisive now, but Apple knows where it's going

Six months after public release, Liquid Glass remains as controversial as ever. Apple may be considering some mitigations in iOS 27 and so forth, but this is the future — especially if we get touchscreen Macs.

William Gallagher 2 months ago 31

AirPods Max 2 arrive with better ANC, Live Translation, and more

In a surprise launch on Monday, Apple has introduced the AirPods Max 2, updating the premium headphones with better active noise cancellation, the H2 chip, and more new features.

Malcolm Owen 2 months ago 9

iPhone 17e review: Welcome improvements at Apple's lower-end

The iPhone 17e kicks out the iPhone 16e and improves Apple's offering for the budget-conscious consumer, but it's still not quite a bargain as the original iPhone SE was.

Mike Wuerthele 2 months ago 0

The story about how the third Apple founder sold out for $800 isn't quite right

Apple co-founder Ronald Wayne has chosen the company's 50th anniversary to reveal that the conventional wisdom about how he got out of the company and sold a 10% stake in the company for $800 is wrong — but he's splitting a very expensive hair.

William Gallagher 2 months ago 6

Apple at 50: Mike Markkula, Apple's second CEO was as important as Steve Jobs

Neither of Apple's first two CEOs are particularly remembered next to the likes of Steve Jobs, John Sculley, or Tim Cook, yet Mike Markkula, Apple's second CEO, certainly should be.

William Gallagher 2 months ago 1

'F1: the Movie' is now an Oscar-winning hit

Apple TV's "F1: the Movie" has added an Academy Award win for Best Sound to its critical acclaim and over $600 million at the box office.

William Gallagher 2 months ago 0

Sunday Reboot: Alicia Keys, social oddness, and AVP in the air

In this week's "Sunday Reboot," Alicia Keys takes over an Apple Store, Apple goes off-piste with its TikTok videos, and someone finds out that flight attendants hold the power while on a plane.

Malcolm Owen 2 months ago 0

Siri and refined Liquid Glass controls on the docket for WWDC 2026

Apple introduction of its late Siri overhaul is expected to finally arrive during WWDC, as part of a trend by the company to improve the quality of the software it ships.

Malcolm Owen 2 months ago 7

Staff departures do not mean Apple will abandon Liquid Glass

Ex-Apple designer Alan Dye did not leave the company by himself, and a new report on Sunday says that he took others with that pioneered Liquid Glass with him. As we've said before, there is no possibility that Apple will ditch this overhaul.

William Gallagher 2 months ago 23

Amazon's M5 MacBook Pro sale delivers deals from just $1,399

Amazon's M5 MacBook Pro sale delivers steep discounts on multiple configurations, from the standard model for $1,399 to the upgraded 1TB spec for $1,499.

Christine McKee 2 months ago 0

Surprise Alicia Keys concert turns Grand Central Apple Store into a piano stage

Apple shuttered its Grand Central Terminal store on March 13 for a surprise Alicia Keys concert, marking the start of 50th anniversary celebrations.

Andrew Orr 2 months ago 3

Adobe begrudgingly admits defeat, agrees to pay $150m over confusing cancellation fees

Adobe has issued a statement agreeing to pay a hefty fine after years of customers complaining about a lack of transparency in its billing agreements — but it still doesn't think it did anything wrong.

Amber Neely 2 months ago 16

Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air M4 with 512GB SSD plunges to $1,079

Save $320 on Apple's last-gen MacBook Air M4, as Amazon clears out inventory this weekend.

Christine McKee 2 months ago 1

Amazon's ad-free Prime Video tier gets a new name, and a new price

Amazon's streaming service is getting a significant upgrade as the company transitions its ad-free tier to the new "Prime Video Ultra" branding. And with that branding, comes a price hike.

Amber Neely 2 months ago 12

iFixit MacBook Neo teardown confirms that it is Apple's most repairable laptop since 2012

Whether you're a right-to-repair activist or a school system hoping for the magic combination of power, macOS, and a repairable laptop, the MacBook Neo is a surprisingly satisfying breath of fresh air.

Wesley Hilliard 2 months ago 7

iPhone Fold, Mac Studio, OLED MacBook Pro: What to expect from Apple for the rest of 2026

Apple's 2026 may have gotten off to a new-product-filled start, but it's far from done. There are plenty more iPhone and other announcements to come before the year's end.

Oliver Haslam 2 months ago 10

There's a way to make a 1TB MacBook Neo, but it's not easy or cheap

Getting 1TB of storage on the MacBook Neo is possible, assuming you have skill in micro soldering, the ability to remove the chip, and disdain for Apple's warranty.

Andrew Orr 2 months ago 6

Foldable iPhone chatter starts again with new Samsung display rumor

Samsung Display could soon begin producing screens for Apple's long-rumored foldable iPhone, with a new leak pointing to a manufacturing ramp beginning in mid-2026.

Andrew Orr 2 months ago 3

David Pogue reveals why Tim Cook wouldn't be interviewed for his book

As part of promoting his new book, "Apple: The First 50 Years," author David Pogue spoke to the AppleInsider Podcast about writing it and just what Apple itself would and would not do to help.

William Gallagher 2 months ago 13

Podcast

MacBook Neo, iPhone 17e and special guest David Pogue on the AppleInsider Podcast

William Gallagher 2 months ago 0

Grand Central Station Apple Store closes temporarily

Customers at Apple Grand Central are being directed to other stores while it's closed for March 12 and 13. There's no explanation, but it's likely to be to do with Apple's 50th anniversary celebrations.

William Gallagher 2 months ago 0

Apple's App Store in China gets lower 25% commission to appease regulators

The controversial 30% App Store commission continues to be attacked by regulators worldwide. China is the latest region with a win, where Apple has pushed the rate down to 25%.

Wesley Hilliard 2 months ago 0

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