Today August 25, 2026
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Yesterday August 24, 2026
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Apple Reverses Hide My Email Domain Change After Pushback
Apple has reversed its planned Hide My Email domain change after community feedback.
![Apple Releases macOS 27 Beta 7 and Revised Release Candidates for Tahoe, Sequoia [Download]](/images/news/101872/101872/101872-320.jpg)
Apple Releases macOS 27 Beta 7 and Revised Release Candidates for Tahoe, Sequoia Download
Apple has seeded macOS 27 beta 7 to developers, alongside a second Release Candidate for macOS Tahoe 26.7 that likely scrubs recent unannounced hardware leaks.
![Apple Seeds Seventh Betas of watchOS 27, visionOS 27, and tvOS 27 to Developers [Download]](/images/news/101870/101870/101870-320.jpg)
Apple Seeds Seventh Betas of watchOS 27, visionOS 27, and tvOS 27 to Developers Download
Apple has released the seventh developer betas of watchOS 27, visionOS 27, tvOS 27, and HomePod Software 27 for testing ahead of a public launch this fall.
![Apple Releases iOS 27 Beta 7 and iPadOS 27 Beta 7 to Developers [Download]](/images/news/101867/101867/101867-320.jpg)
Apple Releases iOS 27 Beta 7 and iPadOS 27 Beta 7 to Developers Download
Apple has released the seventh developer betas of iOS 27 and iPadOS 27, bringing additional bug fixes and performance improvements ahead of the public launch.
![Apple Reworking Retail Stores Ahead of Home Hub Launch [Report]](/images/news/101859/101859/101859-320.jpg)
Apple Reworking Retail Stores Ahead of Home Hub Launch Report
Apple is reportedly reworking its retail stores ahead of the expected launch of a new smart home hub with a display later this year.
Apple Tests Early Preview of AI Shopping Assistant in Apple Store App
Apple appears to be testing an Early Preview of an AI-powered shopping assistant in the Apple Store app, giving select iPhone users a new chat interface for shopping support.
![iPhone 20 Curved Glass to Reuse iPhone Air Manufacturing Process [Rumor]](/images/news/101861/101861/101861-320.jpg)
iPhone 20 Curved Glass to Reuse iPhone Air Manufacturing Process Rumor
A Weibo leaker claims Apple's 2027 iPhone 20 will reuse a modified iPhone Air manufacturing process to create its curved glass design.
![Apple AirTag 2 4-Pack Drops to New All-Time Low of $79 [Deal]](/images/news/101860/101860/101860-320.jpg)
Apple AirTag 2 4-Pack Drops to New All-Time Low of $79 Deal
Apple's AirTag 2 four-pack has fallen to $79, a new all-time low and $20 off Apple's $99 price. That is $19.75 per tracker, or $79.99 at Amazon.
Sunday August 23, 2026
3 stories![AirTag 2 (4-Pack) Hits All-Time Low of $85, Just $21.25 Each [Deal]](/images/news/101856/101856/101856-320.jpg)
AirTag 2 (4-Pack) Hits All-Time Low of $85, Just $21.25 Each Deal
Apple's AirTag 2 four-pack has dropped to $85, its lowest price ever and $14 off Apple's $99 price. That works out to $21.25 per tracker.
![iPhone 18 Prices Could Rise by $100 as Memory Shortage Persists [Report]](/images/news/101855/101855/101855-320.jpg)
iPhone 18 Prices Could Rise by $100 as Memory Shortage Persists Report
Apple could raise iPhone 18 prices by $100 or more as ongoing memory shortages continue to drive up component costs.
Foldable iPhone Testers Praise Hinge, Reveal Camera and Touch ID Tradeoffs
Early impressions of Apple's foldable iPhone reveal a durable hinge, Touch ID, iPad-style app layouts, and the lack of a telephoto camera.
Saturday August 22, 2026
3 stories![LG 27-Inch UltraGear OLED Monitor Hits All-Time Low of $467.97 [Deal]](/images/news/101851/101851/101851-320.jpg)
LG 27-Inch UltraGear OLED Monitor Hits All-Time Low of $467.97 Deal
LG's 27-inch UltraGear OLED gaming monitor has dropped to $467.97, its lowest price ever and $532.02 off its $999.99 list price. The 280Hz model is $382.75.
Amazon Raises Prices on Echo, Kindle, Fire TV, and eero Devices
Amazon raised prices on Echo, Kindle, Fire TV, and eero products by up to 60 percent overnight, citing memory and storage component cost increases.
![Apple Shares 'ECG: Connor's True Apple Watch Story' [Video]](/images/news/101848/101848/101848-320.jpg)
Apple Shares 'ECG: Connor's True Apple Watch Story' Video
Apple shares Connor's true Apple Watch story: an ECG reading detected atrial fibrillation and led to open-heart surgery.
Friday August 21, 2026
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Apple Paid Ireland $17 Billion in Corporate Income Taxes Last Year, EU Filings Show
New EU country-by-country filings show Apple paid Ireland $17 billion in corporate income taxes last year, 40% of its $43 billion worldwide total.
Today's Best Monitor Deals: Samsung Odyssey OLED $399.99, LG UltraFine 4K $199.99, and More
Today's best monitor deals include Samsung's Odyssey OLED G6 at $399.99, a 32-inch 4K OLED from ASUS at $859, and LG's UltraFine 4K at $199.99.
Apple Reportedly Downsizes Vision Team as Smart Glasses Take Priority
Apple has reportedly laid off at least 60 employees tied to its Vision Products Group as it shifts focus from enclosed headsets to AI-powered smart glasses.
Walmart to Roll Out Apple Pay at U.S. Stores Starting August 24
Walmart will accept Apple Pay and other contactless payments at select stores starting August 24, expanding to all U.S. locations by the end of 2026.
Thursday August 20, 2026
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Today's Best Tech Deals: Beats Studio Pro $149.99, Garmin Venu 3 $294.99
Today's best tech deals include Beats Studio Pro at $149.99, four Garmin smartwatches, both Ring Pro doorbells at $179.99, and TP-Link networking gear.
ChatGPT for Mac Adds Apple Messages Plugin
ChatGPT for Mac now supports reading, searching, and sending iMessage, SMS, and RCS conversations through Apple's Messages app with per-send approval.
![Samsung Display Flexible OLED Shipments Surge 34.5% on Strong iPhone Sales [Report]](/images/news/101835/101835/101835-320.jpg)
Samsung Display Flexible OLED Shipments Surge 34.5% on Strong iPhone Sales Report
Samsung Display shipped 120 million flexible OLED smartphone panels in H1 2026, up 34.5% year over year, driven by strong iPhone sales and inventory buildup.
Amazon Plans Prime Air Drone Delivery in Nearly 500 U.S. Cities by End of 2026
Amazon Prime Air will reach nearly 500 U.S. cities by the end of 2026, expanding drone delivery for eligible items including iPhones, AirPods, and AirTags.
Apple Watch Series 12 Rumored to Bring Back Ceramic Case
Leaker Kosutami says the Apple Watch Series 12 will bring back the ceramic case option, echoing earlier reports.
Meta Launches Meta AI Mac App With Window Sharing and Dictation
Meta AI's new Mac app brings system-wide dictation, window sharing, and business tools for Facebook, Instagram, and Google Workspace.
Stick Season 2 Premieres November 4 on Apple TV
Apple TV has set Stick season two for November 4, with Owen Wilson returning as Pryce Cahill and Rhea Seehorn joining the golf comedy.
Apple's Camera AirPods Still Delayed Until 2027 Despite Leaked Demo
Apple's camera-equipped AirPods remain on track for 2027 despite the leaked macOS demo, with supply chain and software issues still delaying the product.
![Consumer Wearables Forecast to Top $1 Trillion in Cumulative Revenue Through 2032 [Report]](/images/news/101825/101825/101825-320.jpg)
Consumer Wearables Forecast to Top $1 Trillion in Cumulative Revenue Through 2032 Report
Consumer wearables are forecasted to generate more than $1 trillion in cumulative revenue between 2026 and 2032, led by hearables, smartwatches, and smart eyewear.
Wednesday August 19, 2026
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Beats 360 Leak Reveals IPX4 Rating, Better ANC, and Expected $299 Starting Price
UK retail listings have revealed Apple's Beats 360 over-ear headphones, including an expected $299 price, IPX4 water resistance, improved ANC, and interchangeable cushions.
Otterbox Packaging Suggests iPhone 17 Pro Cases Fit iPhone 18 Pro
Otterbox packaging spotted at Best Buy claims iPhone 17 Pro cases fit the unreleased iPhone 18 Pro, though accessory makers have been wrong before.
Bad Monkey Season 2 Premieres December 2 on Apple TV
Apple TV's Bad Monkey returns December 2 with a new 10-episode story, Vince Vaughn and Natalie Martinez, plus John Malkovich and Yvonne Strahovski.
HomePad Could Work Like a Giant Apple Watch, macOS 26.7 Code Suggests
Code in Apple's macOS 26.7 release candidate suggests HomePad will feature Apple Watch-style faces, Smart Stacks, iPhone widgets, and proximity-based privacy.
![macOS Tahoe 26.7 RC References Home Hub, iPhone Ultra, Camera AirPods and More [Report]](/images/news/101816/101816/101816-320.jpg)
macOS Tahoe 26.7 RC References Home Hub, iPhone Ultra, Camera AirPods and More Report
Apple's macOS Tahoe 26.7 RC references unreleased products including the Home Hub, iPhone Ultra, camera-equipped AirPods, OLED iPad mini, new Macs, and more.
Tim Cook Says Apple Is Donating to Indonesia Earthquake Relief
Apple CEO Tim Cook says Apple is donating to support relief efforts in Indonesia following a deadly magnitude-7.7 earthquake.
Tuesday August 18, 2026
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Apple Revises EU App Store Terms, Replaces Core Technology Fee With 5% Commission
Apple is introducing unified EU app terms October 1, replacing its per-install Core Technology Fee with a 5% commission on outside-App-Store sales.
![Apple Releases Slow Horses Season 6 Trailer Ahead of September 16 Premiere [Video]](/images/news/101811/101811/101811-320.jpg)
Apple Releases Slow Horses Season 6 Trailer Ahead of September 16 Premiere Video
Apple has released the Slow Horses season six trailer, confirming the Gary Oldman-led spy drama returns September 16 with six weekly episodes.
![Apple Accidentally Leaks Camera AirPods Demo in macOS Tahoe RC [Video]](/images/news/101810/101810/101810-320.jpg)
Apple Accidentally Leaks Camera AirPods Demo in macOS Tahoe RC Video
A hidden macOS Tahoe 26.7 demo video offers the clearest look yet at Apple's camera-equipped AirPods using Visual Intelligence with Siri.
Download the New Golden Gate Day and Evening Wallpapers From macOS 27 Beta 6
Download the new Golden Gate Day and Golden Gate Evening wallpapers introduced in macOS 27 beta 6.
Monday August 17, 2026
8 stories![Apple Releases macOS 26.6.2 and visionOS 26.6.1 With Extensive Security Fixes [Download]](/images/news/101804/101804/101804-320.jpg)
Apple Releases macOS 26.6.2 and visionOS 26.6.1 With Extensive Security Fixes Download
Apple has officially released macOS Tahoe 26.6.2 and visionOS 26.6.1, bringing numerous critical security patches to the Mac and Apple Vision Pro.
![Apple Releases iOS 26.6.1 and iPadOS 26.6.1 With Security Fixes [Download]](/images/news/101801/101801/101801-320.jpg)
Apple Releases iOS 26.6.1 and iPadOS 26.6.1 With Security Fixes Download
Apple has officially released iOS 26.6.1, iPadOS 26.6.1, and security updates for older devices. Download the new firmware for your iPhone and iPad now.
![Apple Releases macOS 27 Beta 6, Plus Release Candidates for Tahoe and Sequoia [Download]](/images/news/101800/101800/101800-320.jpg)
Apple Releases macOS 27 Beta 6, Plus Release Candidates for Tahoe and Sequoia Download
Apple has seeded the sixth developer beta of macOS 27 Golden Gate, alongside Release Candidate builds for macOS Tahoe 26.7 and macOS Sequoia 15.8.
![Apple Seeds Sixth Betas of watchOS 27, visionOS 27, and tvOS 27 to Developers [Download]](/images/news/101799/101799/101799-320.jpg)
Apple Seeds Sixth Betas of watchOS 27, visionOS 27, and tvOS 27 to Developers Download
Apple has released the sixth developer betas of watchOS 27, visionOS 27, tvOS 27, and HomePod Software 27. Registered developers can download the updates now.
![Apple Releases iOS 27 Beta 6 and iPadOS 27 Beta 6 to Developers [Download]](/images/news/101798/101798/101798-320.jpg)
Apple Releases iOS 27 Beta 6 and iPadOS 27 Beta 6 to Developers Download
Apple has released the sixth developer betas of iOS 27 and iPadOS 27. Registered developers can download build 24A5418b over the air now.
Apple Agrees to Rework App Tracking Transparency Prompts in Germany
Apple has agreed to redesign App Tracking Transparency prompts in Germany and give developers more flexibility over advertising consent requests.
Apple AirPods Max 2 Drop to $429 ($120 Off)
Apple's AirPods Max 2 have dropped to $429 in Purple and Starlight, $120 off Apple's $549 price. The other colorways are $449.
macOS Screen Sharing Flaw Now Under Active Attack
Dutch security officials warn that a macOS Screen Sharing flaw Apple patched this month is under active exploitation, with attackers gaining root access and installing Monero crypto miners.
Sunday August 16, 2026
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Today's Best Tech Deals: LG 39-Inch OLED $799.99, AirTag 2 $24.99, and More
Today's best tech deals: LG's 39-inch UltraGear OLED at $799.99, AirTag 2 at $24.99, Sennheiser ACCENTUM at $99.95, and AirPods 4 with ANC at $134.99.
Anthropic Is Now Watermarking Claude's AI Text, Here's How It Works
Anthropic has detailed how Claude's EU-required text watermarks work, including SynthID-Text, a detection API, editing limits, and why generated code is largely unaffected.
Apple Sends Spyware Threat Alerts to Users in 110 Countries
Apple sent a new wave of mercenary spyware alerts to users in 110 countries and updated its guidance with direct Lockdown Mode and emergency assistance steps.
SpaceX Completes Acquisition of AI Code Editor Cursor
Cursor is now part of SpaceX after a $60 billion deal, giving the AI coding startup access to what it calls the world's largest GPU fleet.
Saturday August 15, 2026
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Apple AirPods 4 With Active Noise Cancellation Drop to $134.99 ($44 Off)
Apple's AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation have dropped to $134.99, $44.01 off Apple's $179 price and their lowest in 90 days.
Commerce Secretary Opposes Apple's Chinese Memory Chip Plan
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said the Trump administration opposes Apple's plan to source memory chips from Chinese suppliers, though the company may proceed anyway.