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How to use Reduce Interruptions on iOS 26 and what it does

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 03:34:01 +0000

The Reduce Interruptions Focus Mode aims to use Apple Intelligence to prioritize notifications to cut them down, yet not have you miss anything important. Here's how to use it.

The Reduce Notifications Focus Mode

A strength of Apple Intelligence is that rather than some separate ChatGPT-like app, its features are woven into all aspects of the iPhone, iPad, and Mac. But that also makes it confusing when Apple promotes some feature but doesn't say where it fits.

"For example," said Craig Federighi at the WWDC 2024 launch, "your iPhone can prioritize your notifications to minimize unnecessary distractions while ensuring you don't miss something important."

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Hands on with AirPods EQ settings in iOS 27

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 23:42:35 +0000

If you've ever wanted a native way to control how your AirPods sound across every device and app, Apple has finally provided it in iOS 27. Here's where to find the setting and what it can do.

AirPods have a built-in EQ in Settings

Apple's 2026 WWDC keynote was packed with tiny features and improvements. One of the long-awaited crowd pleasers was bringing an equalizer to AirPods settings.

Owners of the AirPods Max 2, AirPods Pro 3, or AirPods 4 can now choose the level of playback for lows, mids, and highs manually. It's not the most complex equalizer I've seen, but it is certainly better than nothing.

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B&H's best $899 MacBook Air deal has been extended, but supply is limited

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 23:04:04 +0000

B&H's popular $899 MacBook Air deal has been extended exclusively for AppleInsider readers, but supply is limited and this upgraded model may sell out at any time.

Grab this M4 MacBook Air with a 10-core GPU for just $899 - Image credit: Apple

To grab the blowout $899* special on the 13-inch MacBook Air M4, simply shop through the exclusive pricing links in this post from a laptop or desktop computer. This configuration, which is available at the reduced price in the Midnight finish, has a 10-core GPU (a $200 upgrade at launch), 16GB of RAM, and 512GB of storage.

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Expect more controllers & objects for Apple Vision Pro thanks to visionOS 27

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 21:10:31 +0000

Apple is opening up what is possible on Apple Vision Pro by implementing physical object tracking and expanded spatial accessory support. Here's what that means for users when visionOS 27 launches.

More spatial accessories can be built for Apple Vision Pro with visionOS 27

When Apple initially launched Apple Vision Pro, it was very proud of the hand and eye tracking it had developed. Controllers weren't even mentioned beyond PlayStation's standard one for playing 2D iPad games.

Slowly, it seems Apple realized that having zero haptic or physical feedback in games and interactions would severely impact what was possible. visionOS 26 introduced spatial accessories, and now visionOS 27 is expanding what is possible, both with fully realized controllers and basic objects.

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Siri AI is trapped in Apple's escalating cold war with the EU

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 20:11:54 +0000

Regulators in the EU have returned fire at Apple, claiming the tech giant had ample time to meet DMA compliance requirements, while Apple claims the EU refused to negotiate at all.

Siri AI remains a battleground for both Apple and EU

Allegedly, instead of working with the EU, Apple applied for an 18-month exemption from the current Digital Markets Act (DMA) requirements. The EU, unsurprisingly, had rejected the exemption.

So, Apple simply chose to not introduce Siri AI in the EU. And then the company took it a step further and instead blamed regulators.

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Pretty trees and Local Lists: Apple Maps gets a big upgrade in iOS 27

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 19:36:03 +0000

The updates to Apple Maps in iOS 27 will use the wisdom of crowds to recommend restaurants, while AI helps Flyover look even better. Here's what's changing soon.

Apple Maps in iOS 27

Pretty much the unsung hero of modern-day iPhone usage, Apple Maps is an essential tool for navigation. But it's also very helpful when you're trying to find something to eat nearby, and for planning trips.

Sometimes, users take time just browsing the Earth, viewing cities they want to visit and enjoying the view.

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For the first time in four years, tvOS cuts off some older Apple TV hardware

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:59:01 +0000

Apple's new tvOS 27 delivers Apple's first major Apple TV hardware cutoff in years, ending support for streaming boxes introduced in 2015 and 2017.

Apple TV 4K

The compatibility change appeared in Apple's tvOS 27 documentation following WWDC 2026 on June 8. Apple TV HD, introduced in 2015, and the first-generation Apple TV 4K, introduced in 2017, are no longer eligible for the update.

Compatibility is limited to the second-generation Apple TV 4K released in 2021 and third-generation Apple TV 4K models released in 2022.

Apple TV HD remained eligible for major tvOS updates for nearly a decade before losing support with tvOS 27. The first-generation Apple TV 4K received major operating system updates for about eight years before reaching the end of the compatibility list.

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Apple Intelligence gives Photos in iOS 27 its biggest editing upgrade in years

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:43:12 +0000

Apple is making Photos much more powerful in iOS 27 by adding AI-powered editing tools that can fix framing mistakes, remove unwanted distractions, and reshape images after they're taken. Here's what's new.

New photo editing in iOS 27

New Apple Intelligence features announced during WWDC 2026 let users expand photos beyond their original frame and adjust perspective after capture. These features also allow for more advanced edits directly in the Photos app across iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27.

The update brings capabilities that previously required specialized editing software or third-party apps.

Google, Samsung, and Adobe already offer tools that can expand images, remove objects, and generate new content. Apple is now bringing many of those same capabilities directly into Photos.

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Amazon slashes 30% off Eero Max 7 Wi-Fi router ahead of Prime Day

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:39:53 +0000

Early Prime Day savings are in effect on Amazon's Eero Max 7 Mesh Wi-Fi system, matching the lowest price on record.

Upgrade to Wi-Fi 7 with this Eero Max 7 Prime deal.

Prime members can take advantage of Prime deals on Amazon's Eero Max 7 Mesh Wi-Fi system, with prices starting at $419.99. This matches the lowest price on record for Amazon's latest model, which supports wired speeds of up to 9.4 Gbps and wireless speeds of up to 4.3 Gbps.

Buy Eero Max 7 for $419.99

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Stay safe & browse the internet freely with 70% off Proton VPN

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 13:57:52 +0000

Virtual Private Networks, or VPNs, are basically a required utility in 2026 if you want to browse the internet without being tracked. Get Proton VPN at up to 70% off a two-year subscription.

Proton VPN can keep your browsing habits private. Image source: Proton

It seems like everyone on the internet is trying to track you. Whether it's data brokers trying to profit off your personal information or your ISP attempting to help build an advertising profile, all eyes are on you when you browse.

There is a better option than giving up and living in a cave, and it's called Proton VPN. It lets you connect a VPN to up to ten devices at once for smooth and encrypted access to your apps and websites.

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You can buy unlimited AT&T data for your iPad for $3 a day

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:26:06 +0000

AT&T will let iPad owners buy a day of unlimited cellular data for $3, and it doesn't matter if your device is from Verizon, T-Mobile, or other competing wireless carriers.

M3 iPad Air

The cellular carrier announced Unlimited Day Pass on June 10. The service gives eligible Wi-Fi + Cellular iPads 24 hours of unlimited data on AT&T's network without requiring a monthly plan, contract, subscription, or credit check.

Users can activate the service directly from the Cellular Data section of Settings on supported eSIM-capable iPads. Purchases are made with a debit or credit card, and data service begins shortly after activation.

The offering is available to AT&T customers and people who use other wireless providers. The service is designed for iPad owners who don't maintain a dedicated tablet data plan but occasionally need a cellular connection.

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WWDC 2026 was somehow even more one note than I expected

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:08:04 +0000

Apple just gave the keynote for WWDC 2026, and it's made one thing abundantly clear: it's going to ship those promised AI features come hell or high water.

Tim Cook hosts his final WWDC

It's June, which means Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference, or "WWDC" for short, or, ugh, "dub-dub" for even shorter, is underway. Ostensibly, it's a yearly, week-long conference that Apple uses to tell developers what to expect in the next major Apple software updates.

In practice, it's every bit as much of a hype event for the general public. While developers may find out which new tools, toys, and features they'll have access to, consumers can extrapolate from that to what they can expect to see in the coming months.

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There's not much new in the iOS 27 Camera app beyond minor refinements

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:42:12 +0000

Apple's main Camera app push for iOS 27 was about Siri AI, but it did include other changes. They're very small alterations, but they do exist.

The Camera app in iOS 27

The WWDC keynote didn't dwell for long on the Camera app in iOS 27. There was discussion about Siri AI being included, and that was about it.

There wasn't any other discussion about the Camera app's features or any other changes in the talk. Even the iOS 27 preview page on Apple's website talks about the Siri Mode and an improvement in how long shots take to reach your Photos library.

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Don't get excited for big Liquid Glass changes in macOS 27, because they aren't there

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:33:53 +0000

Maybe Apple's latest Liquid Glass changes will be enough to silence critics, but most users will never even think to look. Here's what they look like, where they are, and what you can change.

This slider controls Liquid Glass, but the difference between the two extremes is tiny.

It's been the case for a year now that a certain vocal minority has detested Apple's Liquid Glass design overall, while others objected to its inconsistent rounded corners. Everybody had a point, but the enormous majority either liked the design, or didn't especially notice a difference.

During WWDC 2026, though, Apple tried to make peace, even as it also wanted you to know it was standing its ground. Its designers heard the complaints, said Apple, but it was never going to ditch Liquid Glass.

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How to control separate alarm & notification alert volumes iOS 27

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:32:00 +0000

For years, Apple forced notifications and alarms to share the same volumes. That is finally changing in iOS 27.

iOS 27 offers new volume controls

Apple introduced new sound & haptics controls during WWDC26. Under the new settings, alarms, timers, notifications, and other sounds no longer have to follow the same volume slider.

People who lowered notification volume could also lower alarm volume without realizing it. An alarm, a timer, and a text message don't serve the same purpose, yet iPhone users have adjusted them through the same controls for years.

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How Apple Wallet's Create a Pass works in iOS 27

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:05:34 +0000

The Wallet app in iOS 27 lets you make your own digital passes from all those membership bar codes you have. It takes a little work, but it already works well.

Wallet's Create a Pass in iOS 27

The Wallet app has been used to hold more than just your credit and debit cards for years. Membership cards and digital passes have been a staple of the iPhone app for quite some time.

However, to add a pass to the Wallet, you had to do so in one of two ways. The easiest is to use an app for a service and select the option to add a card or digital pass to the Wallet.

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Why Apple's new Siri AI may never come to the EU

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:00:42 +0000

Apple briefed the EU on how Siri AI worked months ago and tried to find a compromise. The European Union stood firm and insisted keeping other vendors out of the new feature was illegal under the DMA.

EU users will not get the new Siri AI features in iOS 27 - image credit: Apple

Apple made the unusual step of taking time in the WWDC keynote to say that Siri AI would not be coming to the European Union. It was a public announcement aimed at blaming the EU for preventing users from getting the new iOS features.

Now Apple has stepped up its PR fight by detailing how it says the EU is intractable over its demand that would see privacy controls stripped away. Briefing journalists after the WWDC keynote, Greg Joswiak has revealed that Apple went further than ever before in attempting to negotiate with the European Commission.

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uGreen NASync DXP 4800 GT review: The best NAS price to perfomance in 2026

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:04:41 +0000

The uGreen NASync DXP4800 GT is a four-bay NAS with dual 10GbE networking that targets creators and small teams, and is an excellent mid-range NAS for Apple users.

uGreen NASync DXP4800 GT

uGreen has built out its NAS range quickly since entering the category. AppleInsider has covered uGreen NAS hardware before, including hands-on time with the NASync IDX6011 Pro.

The DXP4800 GT is a new branch of the lineup. uGreen frames the "GT" name around Grand Touring, pitching it as built for sustained performance over long sessions.

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macOS Golden Gate menus revert to having no icons by each item, as it should be

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 02:20:05 +0000

macOS Tahoe threw an icon on every menu item, making them impossible to distinguish at a glance. macOS Golden Gate has rectified that design taboo with blessedly iconless menus.

macOS Golden Gate gets rid of the icons by menu items

In Disney's 2004 animated film The Incredibles, a very basic concept of "when everyone is special, no one is" is explored. Alan Dye must not have seen that movie or the many like it.

Well, now that he's gone, so is his team's decision to frustratingly place icons next to every menu item. Apple announced macOS Golden Gate on Monday, and it has fixed this problem.

macOS Tahoe introduced the controversial Liquid Glass design, but that may not have been the most hated change to the platform. Oh, the weird Finder icon was a problem Apple fixed immediately, but I'm talking about menu icons.

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Apple's new foundation models don't contain a drop of Gemini

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:29:50 +0000

Apple confirmed at WWDC that its Foundation Models aren't a cut and paste of Gemini, and are all-Apple through-and-through. We've been telling you this all along.

The new Apple Foundation Models do not have a drop of Google code

WWDC 2026 was a rollercoaster event that primarily focused on Apple's latest AI upgrades. This time, though, they had a little help from Google.

Apple pre-announced that Google was providing Gemini technology to help develop the new Apple Foundation Models, but didn't say much else. The rampant speculation painted a portrait of scrambling and failure, as usual.

The reality is exactly what AppleInsider has been reporting all along, which makes sense. All of the information was there if you were willing to see it for what it was.

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iOS 27 code has clear signs that a folding iPhone is coming soon

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:59:16 +0000

Code sleuths are diving into iOS 27 and finding hints about the unreleased iPhone Fold, and finding subroutines that report just how open or shut the foldable might be.

Code in iOS 27 hints at iPhone Fold

Apple does its best to hide any code that might give away some future product, but it isn't always perfect. Code references in iOS 27 show some of what Apple is preparing for the upcoming iPhone Fold.

Even though there hasn't been a single component leak or information about mass production starting, some believe iPhone Fold is still coming in September. These bits of code certainly suggest Apple is working to release iPhone Fold, but say little else.

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Spatial Reframe in iOS 27 is a neat trick that creates nightmare fuel right now

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:46:40 +0000

Apple's Spatial Reframing tool in Photos for iOS 27 is an interesting use of Apple Intelligence, but don't push it too far just yet.

iOS 27 Photos gains Spatial Reframing

WWDC 2025 included a neat feature for Spatial Photos that lets users convert flat images into 3D scenes. By moving the iPhone around, you could temporarily re-angle your shot and explore the scene.

It was a neat trick, but it wasn't that much of a major feature for photographers. It did, at least, give you an idea of how a Spatial Photo would look on something like an Apple Vision Pro.

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Ultrawide displays gain explicit support in macOS 27

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:36:00 +0000

Apple is adding explicit ultrawide display support in macOS 27, enabling higher-resolution display modes and preserving monitor layouts when displays are reconnected.

LG curved ultra-wide Thunderbolt Display

The feature appeared in Apple's macOS 27 preview materials released on June 8 during WWDC26. Macs can drive higher resolutions on supported ultrawide displays, with Apple citing 5K at 120Hz as one example.

The update also remembers display arrangements between sessions, allowing monitors to return to their previous positions automatically when reconnected.

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WWDC's Siri AI, macOS Golden Gate, and updated Apple Intelligence on the AppleInsider Podcast

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:08:10 +0000

We wanted details, and WWDC did not disappoint. Join us for a first and fast recap of what this year's macOS, iOS, and iPadOS announcements mean.

Craig Federighi learns that macOS 27 is to be called Golden Gate, not Big Bear - image credit: Apple

Maybe much of this year's WWDC keynote was rumored, but now we know that even some of the leaks that were more wishful thinking are real. Tim Cook's final WWDC played out as a torrent of new features across all of Apple's platforms.

There was so much that it's going to take a while for us all to be clear on what's new, what's useful, and also what's coming when. But even as the beta releases are downloading, there is much to say about first impressions of the new features.

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Game Porting Toolkit 4 ushers in support for agentic coding

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:12:29 +0000

Apple's Game Porting Toolkit has been supercharged with AI agents, which might make it significantly easier to bring a game to the Mac.

Game Porting Toolkit 4 introduces support for AI agents.

While iOS 27 and Siri were the stars of the WWDC 2026 keynote, Apple hasn't forgotten about the Mac as a gaming platform. While we didn't get any triple-A game announcements this time around, the company did unveil a significant upgrade with Game Porting Toolkit 4.

The utility, as its name implies, is meant to help bring games to macOS. With the fourth release of its Game Porting Toolkit, Apple has implemented support for AI agents as part of the porting process.

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App Store overhaul gives developers new ways to sell subscriptions

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:46:57 +0000

Apple is overhauling the App Store with new subscription tools, personalized recommendations, and marketing features that give developers more ways to attract customers and grow their businesses.

Developers have more options in the App Store

Apple announced the changes on June 8 during WWDC 2026 as part of an effort to help developers grow on the App Store. New features include subscription options for groups, businesses, and schools.

Users will see new recommendation tools that explain why specific apps appear across the App Store. Apple will roll out those features alongside new marketing tools throughout 2026 that help developers promote apps and reach potential customers.

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iOS 27 & macOS 27 developer betas are out, but you should probably wait

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:41:21 +0000

Apple's WWDC is rolling on with betas now available for download, but if you use your Mac, iPhone, or iPad for anything else than development, you should wait.

iOS 27's first developer beta is out. Don't install it.

As is tradition for WWDC, following the keynote detailing the changes Apple is making in its fall operating system updates, the first developer betas have been made available.

The first developer builds of iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, tvOS 27, visionOS 27, and watchOS 27 are now downloadable. They can be installed onto devices for testing right now by anyone interested in them.

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tvOS 27 sneaks out with redesigned Podcasts app & AI subtitle generation

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:38:03 +0000

Released without any real fanfare, developers can now update their Apple TVs to tvOS 27, allowing for on-device AI subtitles on videos, on-screen text size adjustment, a new Podcasts app, and not much more.

tvOS 27 is here, with on-device video captioning, text size adjustment, and more.

Though iOS 27 was undoubtedly the star of WWDC 2026, tvOS received several meaningful enhancements of its own. These include a redesigned Apple Podcasts app and smart downloads on Apple TV.

Additionally, AppleCare coverage details are now available in the tvOS 27 Settings application. The Control Center has been made more responsive, while app launch animations are now significantly smoother.

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iPadOS 27 cuts off a few favorite iPad models

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:00:13 +0000

Apple's iPadOS 27 has finally arrived, and now we know which iPad models will be supported. Is your device on the list?

iPadOS 27 is here with a redesigned Siri, Liquid Glass improvements, and more.

At WWDC 2026, Apple previewed long-awaited Apple Intelligence upgrades, with a redesigned Siri experience being one of the biggest software changes. There's also a new Liquid Glass slider, for easier user interface customization.

Stability and performance improvements are a cornerstone of iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 as well, and even owners of select older devices will benefit from the update.

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watchOS 27 supported by just six Apple Watch models

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:06:46 +0000

Apple has hammered the Apple Watch compatibility list for watchOS 27, with just six models making the cut this year.

New icons on an Apple Watch in watchOS 27

Whenever Apple updates its operating systems, it occasionally drops support for older hardware. This usually includes a few aging models, but for watchOS 27, it's a certifiable bloodbath.

According to Apple's watchOS 27 Preview page, the section discussing compatibility lists just six products:

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Siri AI & new Apple Intelligence not coming to EU right away thanks to DMA

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:48:20 +0000

When iOS 27 and the rest arrive in September, Apple will not be including Siri AI or the new Apple Intelligence for users in the EU. The Digital Markets Act is being blamed.

Apple will continue its fight with the EU through withholding features

When Apple first revealed Apple Intelligence in 2024, it shared that the DMA would prevent its immediate rollout to the EU. It did eventually arrive via iOS 18.4 in March 2025.

Now, EU users will have to deal with a similar delay in rollout for the new Siri AI and improved Apple Foundation Models. Apple shared the news during the WWDC keynote and expanded upon it afterwards in a press release.

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macOS 27 compatibility list focuses entirely on Apple Silicon

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:47:09 +0000

Apple's macOS Golden Gate finalizes the move to Apple Silicon, leaving Intel Macs further behind.

macOS Golden Gate runs on these Macs

The software update was announced at Apple Park in Cupertino, California, as part of the company's annual developer conference. Apple said macOS 27 will be available as a developer beta immediately, with a public beta arriving later in the summer and a full release planned for the fall.

The compatibility list includes every Apple Silicon Mac currently supported by Apple. Owners of recent MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac, Mac mini, Mac Studio, and Mac Pro models can upgrade to the latest version of macOS.

Apple's compatibility strategy has become increasingly predictable since completing its transition from Intel processors. The company has continued to support older Apple Silicon systems while reserving some advanced features for newer chips.

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Coaching, wellness features & AI make the biggest impact in watchOS 27

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:03:45 +0000

Apple previewed watchOS 27 on June 8 during WWDC26, bringing Siri AI to Apple Watch while expanding health tracking, Workout Buddy, and Smart Stack with new Apple Intelligence-powered features.

Siri AI on watchOS 27

watchOS 27 puts Siri AI at the center of the Apple Watch experience. Apple says the new assistant can answer open-ended questions, hold more natural conversations, and find information from a user's personal context.

The update also expands Workout Buddy with new coaching insights based on fitness history and support for Spanish. Smart Stack is gaining more contextual suggestions that surface useful information throughout the day.

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Major new Apple Intelligence features limited to the newest iPhones & Macs

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:40:55 +0000

Apple says that most new Apple Intelligence features will work on the same devices as before, but an unclear number will require the latest iPhones, iPads and Macs.

Apple says the most powerful on-device AI models will not be on all devices - image credit: Apple

The most significant part of Apple's WWDC announcement was the extensive array of features coming to Apple Intelligence and the new Siri AI. It's at last the natural language and contextual Siri we've been promised, plus major new features for Visual Intelligence in cameras.

However, Craig Federighi, though, has specified that some will require specific models of Macs, iPhones, or iPads.

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Being Apple CEO was Tim Cook's 'honor of a lifetime'

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:33:47 +0000

Apple CEO Tim Cook signed off his last WWDC keynote in the role by calling it the "honor of a lifetime" to make a difference in the lives of users.

Apple CEO Tim Cook delivering personal comments at WWDC 2026

The WWDC 2026 keynote wasn't just the venue for Apple's operating system and developer announcements. It's also the last time that Tim Cook will front the event as Apple's CEO.

With it being the last major event before the CEO role transitions to John Ternus, Cook took a minute at the end of the keynote to give a "personal note."

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Image Playground gets realistic AI image generation in iOS 27

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:31:46 +0000

Apple added native photorealistic image generation to Image Playground at WWDC 2026, bringing photo-realistic AI-created images to the app for the first time as part of iOS 27.

Image Playground

The updated Image Playground can generate realistic images directly from text prompts. Users can also continue creating images in the app's existing Animation, Illustration, and Sketch styles.

Apple announced the changes during its WWDC keynote as part of a broader Apple Intelligence update for iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

The addition closes a notable gap between Image Playground and competing AI image generators. Tools from OpenAI, Google, and other companies have increasingly focused on photorealistic output.

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Spatial Reframing will fix your bad iPhone photos with iOS 27

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:25:10 +0000

Apple's iOS 27 software update will add Spatial Reframing, a feature that will allow users to change the position and angle of a photo even after it has been taken.

Spatial Reframing will make it easier to fix your bad iPhone photos

Spatial Reframing was announced as part of the WWDC 2026 opening keynote. It's set to be made available to iPhone owners when the iOS 27 update is released to the public this fall.

Part of Apple Intelligence, the Spatial Reframing feature uses Apple's Private Cloud Compute and on-device spatial models. That means it's private and fast to use on Apple's latest iPhones.

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AirPods finally gain custom EQ feature in iOS 26

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:04:41 +0000

Apple's line of AirPods will gain a custom equalizer in software as part of the company's 2026 fall OS updates, giving users more control over how they sound.

A custom EQ is coming to Apple's AirPods

A custom EQ will allow AirPods owners to customize their sound signature, such as increasing the bass or boosting the treble. Apple announced the new feature as part of its WWDC 2026 opening keynote.

This is the first time that Apple has allowed AirPods owners to actively change the way they sound. It also has the potential to open the AirPods lineup to more customers, such as those who found them to be too bass-heavy.

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iOS 27 keeps iPhone 11 and newer compatibility

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:52:24 +0000

Apple didn't drop a single iPhone from its iOS 27 compatibility list, giving every device that runs iOS 26 another year of major software support.

iPhone 17 Pro Max

The new operating system was announced during Apple's WWDC 2026 keynote on Monday. iOS 27 will be available as a developer beta immediately, followed by a public beta later this summer and a general release in the fall.

Apple did not remove any iPhone models from its compatibility list this year. The company says iOS 27 supports the same devices as iOS 26, including the iPhone 11 lineup first released in 2019.

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Spatial computing & Apple Intelligence upgrades collide in visionOS 27

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:15:45 +0000

Apple Vision Pro is the one platform that could be impacted by the advent of AI the most, and Apple's WWDC announcements for visionOS 27 show why.

Apple Vision Pro runs visionOS and it will see some changes with version 27

WWDC 2026 is underway, and Apple is showing off all of the new features coming to each of the OS 27 updates due in the fall. Since Apple Intelligence can run on Apple Vision Pro, the new AI features are coming to the platform in addition to some platform-specific upgrades.

Apple has only just announced visionOS 27, so keep refreshing for more details as they become available.

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New, more personal Siri AI is set to arrive in 2026

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:25:43 +0000

The all-new Siri AI looks like it's finally coming to iPhone in 2026, after much drama, analyst hand-wringing, and two years later than expected.

The new Siri AI on iPhone - image credit: Apple

WWDC is Apple's annual developer conference. It's held every June and gives developers and fans alike a glimpse of what to expect when Apple rolls out its major operating system updates in the fall.

This year is somewhat of a banner year, now, all thanks to one announcement. It finally seems like we're going to get a brand new, contextualized Siri AI

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Revamped parental controls are coming to iPhone, Mac, and More

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:36:13 +0000

Apple has announced a refreshed version of the iPhone's Screen Time features for iOS 27, giving parents a new way to ensure children only access the content that's right for them.

Apple is bringing new parental control features to iPhone, Mac, and more

Alongside iOS 27, parental controls will also extend to the iPad with iPadOS 27 and the Mac, with macOS 27.

Screen Time has long allowed parents to limit which apps their kids use, and how long they can use them. With iOS 27, announced at WWDC 2026, Apple has refreshed the way this system works.

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Liquid Glass customization & better Apple Intelligence arrive with iPadOS 27

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:05:02 +0000

Apple's latest AI upgrades are coming to every part of the ecosystem, including iPadOS 27, where Apple also focused on system optimizations and Liquid Glass changes.

iPadOS 27 brings changes to Liquid Glass

WWDC has already promised Apple Intelligence announcements, but there are new features for each OS coming too. The iPad will get iOS 27 features in addition to what has been revealed in iPadOS 27.

Apple has only just announced iPadOS 27, so keep refreshing for more details as they become available.

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iOS 27 gets better Liquid Glass and more responsiveness

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:22:49 +0000

As expected from the WWDC keynote, Apple has launched iOS 27, with Liquid Glass and responsive improvements coming to your iPhone this fall.

The new Liquid Glass slider for iOS 27

The annual keynote address of Apple's WWDC week has, as usual, introduced developers to the next major release of iOS. Using the new year-based naming convention, iOS 27 will be installable on user iPhones this fall.

As tradition dictates, it will also be testable by developers months in advance, usually starting from a short time after the keynote concludes.

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Protesters target WWDC in call for 'nudify' App Store bans

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:18:44 +0000

Protesters are using the WWDC 2026 opening keynote to call attention to so-called "nudify" apps, pushing Apple to remove these apps from its App Store.

AI nudity apps are a problem for the App Store

At the Cupertino Apple Park campus, Apple has welcomed developers and members of the press to watch its WWDC opening keynote. But protesters from UltraViolet, a women's advocacy group, are also in attendance with a sign claiming "Apple is powered by child sexual abuse."

The Verge reports that Heat Initiative, a group that aims to "hold tech companies accountable for enabling and profiting from child sexual abuse," is also present. Another sign asks incoming Apple CEO John Ternus. "What will you do?"

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macOS 27 'Golden Gate' delivers more Liquid Glass and updated Siri

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:08:23 +0000

Apple has unveiled its next Mac operating system, macOS Golden Gate, with Apple promising better performance, the improved Siri, and more.

A redesigned sidebar is part of macOS Golden Gate - image credit: Apple

The new macOS 27 has been revealed during the WWDC 2026 opening keynote, and while not as substantial a new release as macOS Tahoe, it does bring some key new features to the Mac.

It also continues Apple's edging of its platforms closer together, with more iPhone features making their way to macOS. Specifically, the Mac is part of the Apple ecosystem-wide child protection features, such as having parents limiting access to apps.

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Amazon's early Prime Day Apple Watch deals slash Series 11 to $299

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:57:53 +0000

Save $100 on the Apple Watch Series 11 today at Amazon, with numerous styles eligible for triple-digit savings ahead of Prime Day 2026.

Save $100 to $140 on Apple Watch Series 11 - Image credit: Apple

Amazon's Apple Watch sale includes discounts across the entire wearable line, but we're especially interested in the Apple Watch Series 11 that's marked down to $299, making it a great time to pick up a Father's Day gift for Dad. Save $100 to $140 on numerous styles, including 46mm case options and GPS + Cellular models.

Buy Apple Watch S11 from $299

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AppleInsider at Apple Park before the WWDC 2026 keynote

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:08:35 +0000

Join AppleInsider live from WWDC 2026 as we prepare for Apple's big keynote address, including iOS 27, macOS 27, and a ton of AI announcements.

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WWDC 2026 is underway, and a number of developers and other attendees have made their way to Apple Park. While the main attraction will be the keynote and Apple's new operating system launches, it will also serve as the first opportunity for anyone to try out the announced new features.

While most people will be experiencing WWDC remotely, AppleInsider has boots on the ground covering the event at Apple Park itself. It's an in-person experience that hits different from what developers watching from home or at work will get.

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The last good morning: Celebrities help Tim Cook start WWDC

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:16:58 +0000

Hours ahead of his last WWDC keynote as CEO, Tim Cook has shared a video of famous faces helping him say "good morning."

Celebrities advise Tim Cook on how to say "Good Morning" - Image Credit: Tim Cook/X

The start of almost all major Apple presentations in the Tim Cook era has led with the CEO wishing viewers and crowds "good morning." The well-known phrase has now become part of an early-morning tease before what is believed to be Tim Cook's final use of the term for a keynote.

Posted to X hours ahead of the WWDC keynote address, the minute-long video has Tim Cook in FaceTime calls with a range of celebrities. All of them took a moment to advise Cook on how to say "good morning" at the start of the event.

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Apple Intelligence could bring a better Gemini experience than Google does

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:43:20 +0000

Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo says Apple will be trying to make greater use of Google Gemini than even its maker is, by how it employs this AI within iOS and Private Cloud Compute.

Users won't see Google Gemini on iPhone, but Apple will use it extensively both on-device and through the cloud

Apple confirmed in January 2026 that it will be using Google Gemini in its updating of Siri, and Google itself has made much of this. Now analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reports that Apple has an opportunity to deliver more with Apple Intelligence using Gemini on-device and through iCloud Private Compute, than the standalone AI platform can do.

Kuo is speculating, and in this case he is particularly focused on the impact to investors of what Apple is able to do. But he argues that over the long term, Apple should be a good bet for investors because of this ability to leverage Gemini across all of Apple Intelligence's features.

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