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macOS 26 Phone app will eventually combine iPhone calls & desktop seamlessly

Apple's Phone app for macOS 26 means you don't need to pick up your iPhone to take a phone call while you're hard at work on your Mac. Here's how it works, and what it looks like in action.

Malcolm Owen 11 months ago 9

New Apple Design Resources helps Liquid Glass app development for iOS 26, macOS Tahoe

Apple has released new design resources following the introduction of its new operating systems, helping app developers work on the appearance of apps for iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS Tahoe 26.

Malcolm Owen 11 months ago 1

Apple's AI rollout leaves Siri behind & long-time fans are asking questions

Apple software chief Craig Federighi confirmed Monday that promised artificial intelligence upgrades to Siri have been delayed, saying the company needs more time to meet quality standards before launching the features in iOS 26.

Andrew Orr 11 months ago 23

Apple gives iOS gaming a real home, just not a new direction

It isn't Valve's steam, but Apple's new Games app in iOS 26 and macOS 26 finally admits mobile gaming deserves more than a menu tab and a forgotten leaderboard.

Andrew Orr 11 months ago 0

Apple's AutoMix in macOS 26 isn't a house DJ, but is a good FM radio simulator

Apple's AutoMix feature will debut in macOS 26 and iOS 26 in the fall. It's pretty good for casual listening, but won't replace good DJ software or a human with skill.

Mike Wuerthele 11 months ago 3

Time Machine's Time Capsule support ends with macOS 27

It's not just Intel code — after a period of undeath, Time Capsule's time is coming, with Apple cutting off support for Time Machine backups using the hardware in macOS 27.

Malcolm Owen 11 months ago 17

How to check if your Mac apps are Intel or Apple Silicon code

The clock is ticking for Intel apps on Mac, with only two more iterations of macOS providing full support for Intel-only apps Rosetta 2 — here's how to find out which of your apps may lose support in Fall 2027.

Amber Neely 11 months ago 6

How the new iPadOS 26 UI moving closer to Mac is a giant productivity boost

Apple's additions of dots and a Menu Bar to iPadOS 26 is quite Mac-like, but makes the iPad a multitasking powerhouse. Here's why.

Malcolm Owen 11 months ago 8

How to unplug from Apple Intelligence on iOS and macOS

Apple Intelligence is still in its infancy, but not everyone wants to use it. Here's how to disconnect from Apple Intelligence on iOS and macOS.

Chip Loder 11 months ago 5

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