Today September 12, 2026
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iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max Now Available to Pre-Order
Apple has opened iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max pre-orders, with U.S. prices starting at $1,199 and the first deliveries arriving September 18.
Early iPhone 18 Pro Benchmarks Show Big CPU and GPU Gains
Early Geekbench 7 results for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max point to substantial CPU and graphics performance gains from Apple's new A20 Pro chip.
Yesterday September 11, 2026
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Apple's September Launches: Pre-Order Dates and Release Dates
iPhone 18 Pro pre-orders open September 12. Here are the order times, release dates, and starting prices for every device Apple just announced.
Amazon Discounts Apple Watch Series 12, Ultra 4 Available to Pre-Order
Amazon is selling several Apple Watch Series 12 configurations below Apple's price ahead of the September 18 release. Apple Watch Ultra 4 is up for pre-order.
Thursday September 10, 2026
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iPhone Duo vs. iPhone 18 Pro Max: What Does the Extra $700 Buy?
iPhone Duo costs $700 more than iPhone 18 Pro Max. Compare their displays, cameras, battery life, and release dates before choosing.
iPhone 18 Pro vs. iPhone 17 Pro: What's New and Should You Upgrade?
Compare iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro cameras, battery life, charging, performance, and prices to see whether the upgrade makes sense.
AirPods 5 Now Available to Pre-Order on Amazon
AirPods 5 are available to pre-order on Amazon from $129 ahead of their September 18 release, with ANC on both models and a $149 wireless charging option.
Apple Details How Apps Should Work on iPhone Duo
Apple's iPhone Duo design guidance explains how apps adapt as the phone folds, with side-mounted controls and layouts that make use of the larger screen.
Apple Confirms Siri AI Will Have Daily Usage Limits, Paid Expanded Access Coming
Apple confirms Siri AI and other server-based Apple Intelligence features will have daily usage limits, with expanded access available for a fee.
Apple Watch Ultra 4 vs. Ultra 3: What's New and Should You Upgrade?
Apple Watch Ultra 4 adds longer battery life and new health sensors. See what changes from Ultra 3 and whether it is worth upgrading.
Apple Reference Image Creates a Verifiable 'Digital Negative' for iPhone 18 Pro Photos
Apple Reference Image lets iPhone 18 Pro users verify what the camera captured and check for later edits, with launch restrictions in China and the EU.
Apple Watch Series 12 vs. Series 11: What's New and Should You Upgrade?
Compare Apple Watch Series 12 and Series 11 health sensors, charging, battery life, materials, and prices to decide whether to upgrade.
Apple Opens App Store Submissions for iOS 27, macOS 27, and More
Apple is now accepting App Store submissions built with the latest SDKs for iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, tvOS 27, visionOS 27, and watchOS 27.
Apple Raises Prices on All Older iPhones Still on Sale by $100
Apple has raised U.S. prices by $100 on all four older iPhones it continues to sell, including the iPhone 16, iPhone 17, iPhone 17e, and iPhone Air.
AirPods 5 vs. AirPods 4: What's New and Should You Upgrade?
Compare all four AirPods 4 and AirPods 5 configurations, including ANC, battery life, charging, volume controls, and launch prices.
Wednesday September 9, 2026
26 stories![Introducing iPhone Duo [Video]](/images/news/102141/102141/102141-320.jpg)
Introducing iPhone Duo Video
Apple's iPhone Duo videos highlight its 50% larger inner display, A20 Pro chip, titanium frame, dual batteries, and 48MP camera.
![Introducing iPhone 18 Pro [Video]](/images/news/102132/102132/102132-320.jpg)
Introducing iPhone 18 Pro Video
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro videos cover the A20 Pro chip, vapor-chamber cooling, a variable-aperture camera, Siri AI, and longer battery life.
![Apple Recaps Its September 2026 Event in 95 Seconds [Video]](/images/news/102138/102138/102138-320.jpg)
Apple Recaps Its September 2026 Event in 95 Seconds Video
Apple's 95-second event recap covers iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro, Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4, AirPods 5, and Siri AI.
![Introducing Apple Watch Series 12 [Video]](/images/news/102135/102135/102135-320.jpg)
Introducing Apple Watch Series 12 Video
Apple's Series 12 videos highlight more accurate heart sensing, a readiness score, Siri AI, Audio Intelligence, and 24-hour battery life.
![Apple Highlights AirPods 5 ANC, Live Translation, and Siri AI [Video]](/images/news/102123/102123/102123-320.jpg)
Apple Highlights AirPods 5 ANC, Live Translation, and Siri AI Video
Apple's 50-second AirPods 5 video highlights stronger ANC, redesigned acoustics, Live Translation, Siri AI, and two case options.
![Apple Releases macOS 27 Golden Gate RC to Developers [Download]](/images/news/102048/102048/102048-320.jpg)
Apple Releases macOS 27 Golden Gate RC to Developers Download
Apple's macOS 27 Golden Gate release candidate is available for developer testing, with release notes and compatibility details for Apple silicon Macs.
![Apple Seeds tvOS 27 and visionOS 27 RC to Developers [Download]](/images/news/102054/102054/102054-320.jpg)
Apple Seeds tvOS 27 and visionOS 27 RC to Developers Download
Apple has released tvOS 27 and visionOS 27 release candidates for developer testing on supported Apple TV 4K models and Apple Vision Pro headsets.
macOS 27 Golden Gate Release Notes
Apple's full macOS 27 Golden Gate release notes for Mac, detailing the software update's new features, improvements, and availability limitations.
![Apple Seeds watchOS 27 RC to Developers [Download]](/images/news/102051/102051/102051-320.jpg)
Apple Seeds watchOS 27 RC to Developers Download
Apple's watchOS 27 release candidate is available for developer testing, with release notes, supported Apple Watch models, and installation details.
watchOS 27 Release Notes
Apple's full watchOS 27 release notes for Apple Watch, detailing the software update's new features, improvements, and availability limitations.
![Apple Releases iOS 27 RC and iPadOS 27 RC [Download]](/images/news/102045/102045/102045-320.jpg)
Apple Releases iOS 27 RC and iPadOS 27 RC Download
Apple's iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 release candidates are available for developer testing, with release notes and links to supported iPhone and iPad models.
iOS 27 Release Notes
Apple's full iOS 27 release notes for iPhone, detailing the software update's new features, improvements, and availability limitations.
Download the Official iPhone Duo Wallpaper Here
Download the official iPhone Duo wallpapers in light and dark versions. Get all four inner and outer display backgrounds as JPGs or in one ZIP.
Download the Official iPhone 18 Pro Wallpaper Here
Download the official iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max Vitra wallpapers, with Lock Screen and Home Screen JPGs and a complete ZIP collection.
Apple Introduces iPhone Duo, Its First Foldable iPhone
Apple's first foldable iPhone features 7.6-inch and 5.4-inch displays, an A20 Pro chip, dual 48MP cameras, and a $1,999 starting price.
Apple Watch Ultra 4 Gets S11 Chip, New Health Sensors, and Up to 50-Hour Battery Life
Apple Watch Ultra 4 adds the S11 chip, new heart sensors, readiness scoring, Audio Intelligence, and up to 50 hours of battery life.
Apple Watch Series 12 Debuts With Health Sensing System and S11 Chip
Apple Watch Series 12 adds higher-frequency heart rate and HRV sensing, a readiness score, Audio Intelligence, and faster charging from $399.
Apple Unveils Redesigned Health App With Apple Intelligence, Watch Readiness Score
Apple's redesigned Health app adds intelligence insights, Health Age, movement tests, lab ordering, and new Apple Watch readiness data.
Apple Announces AirPods 5 With Improved ANC, Starting at $129
Apple has announced AirPods 5 with improved open-ear ANC, upgraded audio, Siri AI features, and prices starting at $129.
Apple Announces iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max With Variable-Aperture Camera and A20 Pro Chip
Apple has announced iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max with a variable-aperture 48MP camera, A20 Pro chip, and prices starting at $1,199.
Live Blog of Apple's September 9 'Surprise and Shine' Event
Follow iClarified's live coverage of Apple's September 9 keynote, with the foldable iPhone, iPhone 18 Pro, and new Apple Watches expected.
![Watch Apple's September 9 'Surprise and Shine' iPhone Event Here [Video]](/images/news/102039/102039/102039-320.jpg)
Watch Apple's September 9 'Surprise and Shine' iPhone Event Here Video
Apple's September 9 keynote begins at 10 a.m. Pacific / 1 p.m. Eastern. Watch the official livestream here or follow our live blog for updates.
![John Ternus Shares Possible iPhone 18 Pro Camera Teaser [Video]](/images/news/102081/102081/102081-320.jpg)
John Ternus Shares Possible iPhone 18 Pro Camera Teaser Video
Apple CEO John Ternus has shared a video that could hint at the iPhone 18 Pro's rumored variable aperture camera ahead of today's September 9 event.
![iOS 27 Code Hints at 33% Higher Charging Rate for iPhone 18 Pro [Rumor]](/images/news/102078/102078/102078-320.jpg)
iOS 27 Code Hints at 33% Higher Charging Rate for iPhone 18 Pro Rumor
iOS 27 code points to a higher charging C-rate for the iPhone 18 Pro, potentially shortening part of a fast charge if the increase can be sustained.
Last-Minute Apple Event Report Details $2,000 iPhone Duo, Watch Features, and AirPods 5
Apple's foldable iPhone is tipped to support Apple Pencil and reach roughly $3,000 at higher storage tiers ahead of today's September 9 event.
Apple Store Goes Down Ahead of iPhone Event
Apple's online store is offline ahead of its September 9 event, where the iPhone 18 Pro lineup and the company's first foldable iPhone are expected.
Tuesday September 8, 2026
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OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Images 2.5 With Sketch and Up to 50% Lower Latency
OpenAI releases ChatGPT Images 2.5 with Sketch, templates, more precise editing, and up to 50% lower latency, plus Flare and Sunburst API models.
What to Expect From Apple's September 9 'Surprise and Shine' Event
Apple's September 9 event is expected to bring a foldable iPhone Ultra, iPhone 18 Pro, new Apple Watches, and a Readiness app. Here's what to expect.
Meta Launches Muse, a Personal AI Agent That Handles Everyday Tasks
Meta is rolling out Muse in the U.S., a personal AI agent for everyday tasks, with free access and subscription plans for people who want more usage.
![Apple Expected to Announce Readiness App for Apple Watch Tomorrow [Gurman]](/images/news/102027/102027/102027-320.jpg)
Apple Expected to Announce Readiness App for Apple Watch Tomorrow Gurman
Mark Gurman expects Apple to announce a new Readiness app for Apple Watch on September 9, intended to compete with Whoop and Oura.
![Apple Releases iOS 26.6.2 and iPadOS 26.6.2 With Cellular Update Fix [Download]](/images/news/102024/102024/102024-320.jpg)
Apple Releases iOS 26.6.2 and iPadOS 26.6.2 With Cellular Update Fix Download
Apple has released iOS 26.6.2 and iPadOS 26.6.2, fixing an issue that prevented software updates over cellular connections.
![Apple Acquires Neural Sensor Startup Sonera [Report]](/images/news/102021/102021/102021-320.jpg)
Apple Acquires Neural Sensor Startup Sonera Report
Apple has acquired Sonera, a startup developing chip-based magnetic sensors that can detect brain and muscle activity without direct skin contact.
trinamiX Sues Apple Over Face ID Skin Detection Patents
BASF subsidiary trinamiX has sued Apple, alleging Face ID infringes seven patents and seeking damages and an injunction covering iPhone and iPad Pro models.
![iOS 27 Beta Code Points to Five Unannounced iPhone Camera Features [Rumor]](/images/news/102015/102015/102015-320.jpg)
iOS 27 Beta Code Points to Five Unannounced iPhone Camera Features Rumor
Hidden iOS 27 beta code points to exposure scopes and manual focus in the Camera app, with manual-focus code limited to unreleased iPhone models.
![Tim Cook Championed Apple's Foldable iPhone, Which Could Cost Up to $2,199 [Report]](/images/news/102012/102012/102012-320.jpg)
Tim Cook Championed Apple's Foldable iPhone, Which Could Cost Up to $2,199 Report
Apple has discussed pricing its first foldable iPhone as high as $2,199, with larger-storage configurations potentially approaching $3,000.
Pusheen's Place, River City Survivors, and Three More Games Coming to Apple Arcade October 1
Pusheen's Place, River City Survivors, Terraria+, Touchgrind BMX 2+, and 4 Pics 1 Word+ are coming to Apple Arcade on October 1.
Monday September 7, 2026
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Labor Day Deals: AirTag 2 $24, The Frame 65-Inch $947.99, and More
The sale's last day: Apple's AirTag 2 is $24, the lowest price we have recorded for it, and Samsung's 65-inch The Frame is $947.99.
Asahi Linux Now Officially Supports M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max Macs
Asahi Linux now officially supports M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max Macs, though full GPU and DCP support, sleep, and HDMI output remain limited.
Apple TV Leads Creative Arts Emmys With Record 20 Wins
Apple TV collected a record 20 Creative Arts Emmy wins, led by eight for 'Widow's Bay,' with more categories ahead at the Primetime Emmy Awards.
Sunday September 6, 2026
3 stories![Tim Cook Not Expected to Appear in Apple's September 9 Event Video [Gurman]](/images/news/102000/102000/102000-320.jpg)
Tim Cook Not Expected to Appear in Apple's September 9 Event Video Gurman
Cook is expected to attend the Apple Park screening as a VIP while John Ternus leads the presentation introducing Apple's next iPhones and watches.
![Phil Schiller's App Store Exit Linked to Revenue Push [Gurman]](/images/news/101997/101997/101997-320.jpg)
Phil Schiller's App Store Exit Linked to Revenue Push Gurman
John Ternus and Eddy Cue reportedly want higher App Store margins, a direction Schiller feared would further antagonize developers and governments.
Apple TV Wins Two Creative Arts Emmys for 'Mr. Scorsese' and 'I'm Not Remarkable'
Apple TV earned two Creative Arts Emmy Awards for documentary series 'Mr. Scorsese' and its 'I'm Not Remarkable' commercial on the first night.
Saturday September 5, 2026
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Today's Best Tech Deals: MacBook Air (M5) $1,649, Blink Outdoor 4 Kit $70.99, and More
Today's best tech deals include Apple's MacBook Air with M5 at $1,649, AirPods 4 at $99, a two-camera Blink kit at $70.99, and a 250Hz monitor at $93.
Google Launches WeatherNext 3 With Hourly Forecasts at Up to 5km Resolution
Google has launched WeatherNext 3, its most advanced and accurate global weather model, with hourly forecasts at up to 5-kilometer resolution using live satellite observations.
![New Apple CEO John Ternus Was 'Relatively Unknown' Outside Hardware [Report]](/images/news/101990/101990/101990-320.jpg)
New Apple CEO John Ternus Was 'Relatively Unknown' Outside Hardware Report
A new profile details Apple CEO John Ternus' background, career and reputation as he begins his tenure and prepares to lead next week's iPhone event.
Friday September 4, 2026
3 stories![Apple Sets 'Silo' Final Season Premiere for July 9, 2027, Shares Sneak Peek [Video]](/images/news/101988/101988/101988-320.jpg)
Apple Sets 'Silo' Final Season Premiere for July 9, 2027, Shares Sneak Peek Video
Apple has set Silo's fourth and final season premiere for July 9, 2027, releasing a first sneak peek following the season three finale.
![Foldable iPhone Production Limited to Just a Few Hundred Units Per Day [Report]](/images/news/101985/101985/101985-320.jpg)
Foldable iPhone Production Limited to Just a Few Hundred Units Per Day Report
Suppliers made only a few hundred units per day of Apple's foldable iPhone in late August, with additional verification pushing commercial production back weeks, according to supply chain sources.
![Existing Smartphone Prices Rise 15% in 2026 as Memory Costs Drive Hikes [Report]](/images/news/101984/101984/101984-320.jpg)
Existing Smartphone Prices Rise 15% in 2026 as Memory Costs Drive Hikes Report
Retail prices for existing smartphones are up about 15% on average in 2026, while new launches are priced 25% higher year over year as memory and component costs rise.
Thursday September 3, 2026
6 stories![Google Launches Gmail Live, Docs Live, and Keep Live [Video]](/images/news/101981/101981/101981-320.jpg)
Google Launches Gmail Live, Docs Live, and Keep Live Video
Google has launched Gmail Live, Docs Live, and Keep Live, new Gemini voice features for searching your inbox, drafting documents, and organizing notes.
OpenAI Launches GPT-6 Astra With Major Gains in Computer Use and Cybersecurity
OpenAI has launched GPT-6 Astra, its most intelligent and aligned model yet, with major gains in computer use, coding, cybersecurity, and reasoning.
![Apple Studio Display XDR Hits All-Time Low of $2,969.99 ($329 Off) [Deal]](/images/news/101976/101976/101976-320.jpg)
Apple Studio Display XDR Hits All-Time Low of $2,969.99 ($329 Off) Deal
Apple's Studio Display XDR has dropped to $2,969.99 at Amazon, an all-time low and $329 off the $3,299 list price for the 27-inch 5K display.
![Foldable iPhone Price Estimated at $2,099 to $2,299, Could Top $3,000 [TrendForce]](/images/news/101975/101975/101975-320.jpg)
Foldable iPhone Price Estimated at $2,099 to $2,299, Could Top $3,000 TrendForce
TrendForce estimates Apple's foldable iPhone will start at $2,099 to $2,299, with top configurations that could exceed $3,000 amid soaring memory costs.
A20 Pro Leak Points to 7-Core GPU and 96-Bit Memory Interface for iPhone 18 Pro
A20 Pro solder diagrams point to a 7-core GPU and 96-bit memory interface for the iPhone 18 Pro, up from six cores and 64-bit on the A19 Pro.
Nvidia to Acquire Hugging Face for $12.93 Billion
Nvidia has agreed to acquire Hugging Face for $12.93 billion, with the AI platform set to remain open and continue supporting multiple clouds and accelerators.
Wednesday September 2, 2026
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Judge Rejects DOJ Bid to Divest Google's Ad Tech Business
A federal judge has rejected the DOJ's request to break up parts of Google's ad tech business, accepting most proposed behavioral remedies instead.
Google Launches Gemini 3.8 Flash and 3.8 Flash Cyber
Google has launched Gemini 3.8 Flash and 3.8 Flash Cyber, with improved coding and reasoning, $0.75 per million input tokens, and a new Fairwind Program for cyber defenders.
![iPhone 18 Pro SIM Tray Leak Suggests No Black Option for Second Year [Image]](/images/news/101963/101963/101963-320.jpg)
iPhone 18 Pro SIM Tray Leak Suggests No Black Option for Second Year Image
Sonny Dickson has shared iPhone 18 Pro SIM trays in Silver, Dark Cherry, and Sky Blue, adding weight to reports that black may be out again.