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

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

Crime blotter: How the Long Island truck hijackers were caught

An arrest is made in the Morgan McSweeney stolen iPhone case, a guilty plea in the Beyonce stolen music case, and an AirTag helps recover a stolen Lamborghini, all in this week's Apple Crime Blotter.

Stephen Silver 2 weeks ago 0

Craig Federighi dragged into Musk's Apple-OpenAI lawsuit

Apple software chief Craig Federighi will be taking part in xAI's antitrust lawsuit against Apple and OpenAI over Grok's treatment in the App Store, but Tim Cook seemingly won't be.

Malcolm Owen 2 weeks ago 1

Apple, Epic agree on pre-court schedule for new fee proposals

Ahead of the return to District Court for the continued appeals process in the Apple-Epic legal fight, the two companies have made a schedule to discuss a change in App Store fees for outbound links.

Malcolm Owen 2 weeks ago 2

Apple shares closed over $300 for the first time as investors look past AI concerns

Apple shares closed at a new record high above $300 after investors rewarded the company's stronger-than-expected earnings, surging Services revenue, and massive $100 billion buyback despite continued criticism of its delayed AI rollout.

Andrew Orr 2 weeks ago 9

Gemini Intelligence announcement hopes to steal Apple's Siri thunder but falls short

Gemini Intelligence has been announced just a month before Apple Intelligence's big moment at WWDC, but I have doubts about whether either company can deliver on its AI promises.

Oliver Haslam 2 weeks ago 24

DOJ emissions cheating app investigation leads to record user data request

A record 100,000 EZ Lynk users could find their data being handed over to the United States government if Apple complies with a request for app download information.

Wesley Hilliard 2 weeks ago 4

Apple's treatment of AI coding apps could be shifting with Replit update

Replit has released its first iPhone app update in four months after resolving an App Store review dispute with Apple over how AI-generated apps can be previewed and developed on iOS.

Andrew Orr 2 weeks ago 1

New Apple Card promotion could net applicants free AirPods Pro 3

Apple is reportedly preparing a major Apple Card signup push that would effectively give new customers free AirPods Pro 3, a sharp shift in strategy as Chase prepares to take over the troubled program from Goldman Sachs.

Andrew Orr 2 weeks ago 3

AirPods Max development involved hundreds of variations over five years

An ex-Apple designer has revealed just how long ago that the company began working on AirPods Max and the reasoning behind not having an Apple logo on the product.

William Gallagher 2 weeks ago 5

iPadOS 26 review - iPad finally feels more like the computer it should be

iPadOS 26 is the first iPad update in years that makes the device feel meaningfully closer to a real primary computer, even if it still isn't consistent enough to fully replace a Mac.

Andrew Orr 2 weeks ago 10

Podcast

iOS 26.5 is here, iOS 27 is coming, and Android is trying to get ahead of Apple Intelligence, on the AppleInsider Podcast

William Gallagher 2 weeks ago 0

Apple's U.S. chip plan gains steam thanks to $20B TSMC investment

As Apple seeks to re-shore more chip production, TSMC invests an additional $20 billion in its Arizona plants even while Intel allegedly ramps up test production.

William Gallagher 2 weeks ago 11

Owning an Apple Home: implementing smart pet solutions

Apple Home may not address pets directly, but that shouldn't mean your smart home doesn't either. Litter boxes, feeders, sensors, and more can make your fluffy loved ones part of your tech life.

Wesley Hilliard 2 weeks ago 0

How to delete an Apple Account

If you really don't want to have an Apple Account associated with your identity, it is possible to delete it. Here's how to eliminate the Apple-centric account.

Malcolm Owen 2 weeks ago 2

Ikea Matter-over-Thread review: Amazing smart home tech, when they work

Ikea has an impressive new lineup of Matter-over-Thread devices works with Apple Home, but after months of testing, we think that lingering connection issues with bulbs, controls, and sensors are the main problem.

Andrew O'Hara 2 weeks ago 1

Apple Silicon production testing begins at Intel with 2027 mass shipment target

Intel and Apple chip-producing agreement has reportedly started with a test run of select older chipsets made on Intel's newest process, launching a testing roadmap extending well into 2029.

Wesley Hilliard 2 weeks ago 9

Amazon slashes $200 off 1TB M5 MacBook Pro, dropping price to $1,499

The $200 discount applies to the M5 model with 1TB of storage, matching the lowest price on record. Plus, grab an even larger markdown on an upgraded spec.

Christine McKee 2 weeks ago 0

OpenAI considering suing Apple because ChatGPT integrations weren't a money fountain

OpenAI is exploring possible legal action after users did what they wanted with Apple's ChatGPT integrations and didn't sign up for enough paid accounts, instead of doing what CEO Sam Altman expected.

Andrew Orr 2 weeks ago 14

Anthropic's Mythos AI outsmarted Apple's Mac security systems

Security researchers have admitted that Anthropic's Mythos AI model has been able to hack macOS, bypassing Apple's security systems in a way never previously achieved.

Oliver Haslam 3 weeks ago 2

Trump Mobile's low-end T1 Android phone ships soon, for iPhone 17e prices

Three renders later, and still not made in America despite original claims to the contrary, the low-end Android phone Trump Mobile took preorders for a year ago will reportedly ship soon.

William Gallagher and Mike Wuerthele 3 weeks ago 22

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