Apple Ireland appears to have broken sanctions on Russia

Apple's Ireland subsidiary has been fined half a million dollars by UK regulators who say the company probably broke sanctions against Russia.

William Gallagher 2 months ago 6

Apple at 50: John Sculley, Apple's most maligned CEO

John Sculley's ten years as Apple CEO saw huge financial growth and innovative ideas like the Newton — but also a financial crash and the ousting of Steve Jobs.

William Gallagher 2 months ago 12

Amazon slashes up to $200 off new M5 Pro & M5 Max MacBook Pros

Both 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models are eligible for Big Spring Sale savings to the tune of up to $200 off, delivering the lowest prices on record.

Christine McKee 2 months ago 0

Sunday Reboot: Addiction, VR, and how the iPhone Air doesn't suck

In this week's "Sunday Reboot," social addiction is a slippery slope for Apple's App Store, Nvidia CloudXR is a great thing for Apple Vision Pro gaming, and the iPhone Air isn't as bad as you'd think.

Malcolm Owen 2 months ago 0

Anniversary party at Apple Park will feature a British Invasion performance

Apple will be ending its 50th-anniversary celebrations in the coming week, with an unnamed British performer set to entertain employees at Apple Park.

Malcolm Owen 2 months ago 6

Former Google VP to lead Apple's AI product marketing

Apple has snatched up Lilian Rincon, a nearly decade-long Google veteran, as it continues to retool its Apple Intelligence team.

Amber Neely 2 months ago 2

New AirPods Max 2 drop to $529 with this weekend's best preorder deal

Despite preorders selling out at other retailers, AirPods Max 2 are on sale now at Walmart, with a $20 weekend discount and a preorder price guarantee.

Christine McKee 2 months ago 0

Get Paramount Plus for $2.99/mo for 2 months with this flash streaming deal

A month-end streaming deal discounts Paramount Plus to $2.99 per month for two months, and the best part is you can choose any plan.

Christine McKee 2 months ago 3

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WWDC, Apple Music Genius, and ads in Apple Maps, on the AppleInsider Podcast

William Gallagher 2 months ago 0

Studio Display XDR review: An almost pixel perfect monitor for creative pros

Apple's new Studio Display XDR is nearly everything I'm looking for in a display, but there are still compromises, particularly in a cross-platform environment.

Andrew O'Hara and Mike Wuerthele 2 months ago 19

All iPhone 18 models will get a smaller Dynamic Island, says optimistic leak

It could be wishful thinking, but a tiny new leak appears to suggest that Apple will shrink the Dynamic Island on every iPhone 18.

William Gallagher 2 months ago 3

How to buy a used Mac and not get ripped off

Buying a used Mac can be a great deal. But, if you don't check carefully, you might inherit someone else's issues or just get ripped off. Here's what to look for.

Andrew Orr 2 months ago 6

Anime streaming service Crunchyroll is now available in Apple TV channels

Crunchyroll has finally arrived on Apple TV as a dedicated channel, which means users can stream and download their favorite anime all within the Apple TV app.

Wesley Hilliard 2 months ago 2

Apple's App Store will show if an app is classified as a regulated medical device

The further Apple dives into medical technology, the more it will have to deal with regulators. Now, the App Store will label apps that meet select criteria for medical devices in the US, EU, and UK.

Wesley Hilliard 2 months ago 0

Boox Palma 2 Pro review: Adds color at a significant cost

The Boox Palma 2 Pro turns the idea of a pocket e-reader into a smarter, more capable daily carry without losing the minimalist charm that made the original so good.

Amber Neely 2 months ago 2

Stop holding out hope, Liquid Glass will be mandatory in iOS 27

The Liquid Glass design that rolled out with iOS 26 isn't going anywhere, according to a recount of an Apple Developer workshop.

Marko Zivkovic 2 months ago 24

Hide My Email is great for battling surveillance capitalism, not the FBI

Apple's Hide My Email service lets users generate anonymous, randomized email addresses to help avoid spam, but it isn't going to protect you from subpoenas — especially if you threaten the FBI directly.

Wesley Hilliard 2 months ago 1

iPhone hardware engineers allegedly get bonuses as Apple tries to prevent poaching

Keen to stop other companies from poaching its engineers, Apple has reportedly approved substantial bonuses for its iPhone hardware engineers.

Marko Zivkovic 2 months ago 0

In with a bang, out in silence — the end of the Mac Pro

For almost two decades, the Mac Pro bounced between coveted and beloved, to derided and forgotten. Now, it's finally over.

William Gallagher 2 months ago 53

Apple begins notifying 2026 Swift Student Challenge winners

Win or lose, notifications are being sent out to all participants of the 2026 Swift Student Challenge ahead of WWDC.

Marko Zivkovic 2 months ago 1

Siri could support third-party AI tools in iOS 27 as Apple expands access

Apple is again rumored to enable third-party AI interactions via Siri in iOS 27. It would be a further expansion of customization and control on top of the improved Apple Foundation Models expected in 2026.

Andrew Orr 2 months ago 1

Your Netflix subscription is getting a price hike — again

Netflix has decided to raise its prices again in a time when customers are already feeling the squeeze everywhere else.

Amber Neely 2 months ago 11

Amazon's Big Spring Sale delivers Apple deals from $14.99

Day 3 of Amazon's Big Spring Sale offers deals on new M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pros, along with blowout savings on Apple Watches, iPhones, and more.

Christine McKee 2 months ago 0

Apple's iPhone Fold might not ship alongside iPhone 18 Pro after all

The long-rumored foldable iPhone might not ship in September as was expected, with only the iPhone 18 Pro shipping in the fall of 2026.

Oliver Haslam 2 months ago 2

iPhone Dynamic Island isn't going away yet, but its days are numbered

Apple's push toward a true all-screen iPhone is coming into focus again, with a new leak outlining a timed shift away from the Dynamic Island toward hidden sensors.

Andrew Orr 2 months ago 0

Apple's 50th: London celebrates & Sydney Opera House is lit with iPad art

The latest two events in Apple's global celebration of its 50th anniversary saw iPad artists take over the Sydney Opera House, while London danced at Apple Battersea.

William Gallagher 2 months ago 2

Apple will spend $400 million more through 2030 to bring more manufacturing to the U.S.

Apple has announced plans to work with four new companies as part of a 14-year $400 million plan to manufacture more iPhone and other components and materials in the United States.

Oliver Haslam 2 months ago 16

New storage cleanup, cross-platform transfers & AI tools reshape WhatsApp

WhatsApp is tightening up its iPhone experience with smarter storage controls, easier cross-platform chat transfers, and built-in AI tools that handle edits and replies inside conversations.

Andrew Orr 2 months ago 2

iPhone 19 Pro rumored to get 200MP telephoto camera sensor

A leaker with a decent track record says that Apple is testing a 200 megapixel telephoto camera in the 2027 iPhone 19 Pro, to try to catch up with cameras on rival phones.

William Gallagher 2 months ago 17

macOS 26.4 warning about potentially malicious Terminal commands

In a small but very welcome move, Apple has added a message in Terminal in macOS 26.4 that warns when a user tries to paste an instruction that might be malware.

William Gallagher 2 months ago 5

How to use Playlist Playground to build Apple Music playlists in seconds

Apple Music's new Playlist Playground feature is a prompt-driven playlist builder that's fast and surprisingly useful, even if it won't replace a carefully curated mix. Here's how to start playing, and how well it works.

Andrew Orr 2 months ago 3

This Meta smartglasses-detecting app is a great model for Apple Glass developers to follow

Meta's smart glasses are being used to film people in bathrooms, courts, and doctor's offices. A new app just released on the App Store is the perfect example of safeguards should be implemented when Apple launches its smart glasses.

Amber Neely 2 months ago 18

Elgato Prompter XL review — simply the teleprompter for Apple users to buy

The Elgato Prompter XL teleprompter builds on the excellent original and brings a larger screen, plus refinements to everything else in hardware, but the software still needs a little work.

William Gallagher 2 months ago 0

Apple Vision Pro trade secret lawsuit reaches settlement

A former Apple engineer, accused of stealing trade secrets regarding the Apple Vision Pro, has settled their lawsuit with the company.

Marko Zivkovic 2 months ago 2

Google & Meta found liable for social media addiction

Meta and Google have been found liable for building intentionally addictive social media services, in a trial that sets a strong precedent for hundreds of other lawsuits that are still pending.

Malcolm Owen 2 months ago 53

Upcoming 3% Big Tech tax in Poland may leave Apple some wiggle room

Poland is moving ahead with a digital services tax aimed at Big Tech revenue, but the structure leaves enough room for companies like Apple to argue they don't fully qualify.

Andrew Orr 2 months ago 0

Get AirPods 4 from $99, AirPods Pro 3 for $199 during Amazon's Big Spring Sale

Amazon's Big Spring Sale delivers sale prices on AirPods starting at just $99.

Christine McKee 2 months ago 0

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