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The European Commission wants to open Android to third-party AI assistants and share Google's search data. Google warns of security risks, while Apple is holding back its new Siri AI in Europe for now. The Commission points to built-in safeguards, but experts believe the companies have their own interests at stake. What the dispute means for your phone.

Apple has raised iPhone prices in Japan by 8% to 11% across several models, likely in response to the yen’s sharp depreciation. The move follows recent Mac and iPad price increases but is not expected to extend to other markets unless Apple announces broader changes.

The U.S. startup PrismML has released Bonsai 27B, an extremely compressed AI model based on Alibaba’s Qwen3.6. The smallest version takes up just 3.9 GB, making it the first to fit on an iPhone 17 Pro. Apple is already testing the technology. Here’s how the model performs on the phone, how it affects battery life, and what its limitations are.

An ISP diagnostics log, part of the trove of internal Tata Electronics files leaked in June by the World Leaks ransomware group, confirms several previously rumored iPhone 18 Pro Max camera specs ahead of Apple's official announcement.

Apple is planning a major iPad push, led by the first iPad mini with an OLED display, which is set to hit the market in just a few months. All other iPad models are expected to receive upgrades in the spring, while the Apple Pencil is set to get a successor with a replaceable battery.

The MacBook Neo has been a huge success and is said to have boosted Apple's total laptop sales by 10 percent. However, production is now expected to be up to 40 percent lower than originally anticipated due to a shortage of the Apple A18 Pro ARM chip.

Satechi has just unveiled three color-matching accessories for the Apple MacBook Neo: the OntheGo 5-in-1 Multiport Adapter, USB-C Snap Hub and Slim EX Wireless Mouse. Priced from $29.99 to $44.99, the lineup adds expanded connectivity and streamlined portability.

Products such as the Apple Watch, the Fitbit Air, and the Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses are exempt from the EU Right to Repair regulation, meaning manufacturers can continue to install batteries that are virtually impossible for end users to replace.

Apple is working on creating a special edition iPhone to commemorate its 20th anniversary next year. This new design for the iPhone 20, or whatever it ends up being called, could become an actual device soon.

While the competition is releasing spec'd-out mini tablets with OLED displays, Apple may have decided to play it basic with the iPad mini 8. The next slate in Apple's compact tablet series is expected to be released later in 2026.

Along with the first public beta of iOS 27, Apple has also released a beta version of watchOS 27. The next-generation smartwatch operating system, featuring Siri AI, a new home screen, and design optimizations, is now available for users to try out.

macOS 27 Golden Gate is here, at least as a public beta, and is now available for all users of compatible MacBooks, iMacs, Mac minis, or Mac Studios to try out. In addition to Siri AI, the update also includes performance upgrades and design improvements.

Apple iPhone users can now install an early version of iOS 27, as Apple has released the public beta. iOS 27 introduces numerous new features, including Siri AI, performance improvements, and the ability to customize Liquid Glass to your liking.

Global smartphone shipments dropped by 11% in the second quarter of 2026. Smartphone memory prices have surged as chip makers increasingly prioritize the lucrative AI data-center segment. Samsung and Apple are both handling the crisis remarkably well. By contrast, their Chinese competitors are heading downhill fast.

ChatGPT provider OpenAI is alleged to be deliberately stealing technology from the Apple iPhone to use it for its own AI smartphone. At least that is what Apple claims in a lawsuit, according to which OpenAI is resorting to aggressive methods to obtain Apple’s internal information.

The M7 Ultra could introduce the biggest unified memory upgrade in Apple Silicon history, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. It is substantial enough to put Apple's flagship SoC closer to workstation and entry-level server-class offerings.

Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports Apple is preparing two new Apple Pencil models, codenamed B582 and B632, for release alongside updated iPads in the first half of 2027. The Apple Pencil Pro successor may gain improved repairability to meet new EU rules requiring replaceable batteries.

Apple may have been brought kicking and screaming to the chip production deal with Intel. The move to produce iPhone and Mac chips in Intel's foundries is helping it avoid punitive tariffs that would've raised MacBook and iPhone prices even more.

Global PC shipments fell nearly 5% in Q2 2026, ending nine consecutive quarters of growth. Apple bucked the trend with higher shipments and market share, while IDC warned that further declines and industry consolidation are likely.

The Apple iPhone Ultra is expected to launch in September. Although the first Apple iPhone with a foldable display is said to feature a flagship processor, a leaker indicates that Apple is making compromises on the battery.

For the first time in nine years, the Apple iPhone is getting a brand-new RAW engine, which is expected to significantly improve the image quality of RAW photos developed on an iPhone, iPad, or Mac.

The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is expected to cost up to $300 more to manufacture than the iPhone 17 Pro Max. A BoM analysis shows that Apple's costs are skyrocketing due to the DRAM crisis. Even a substantial price increase is unlikely to protect its margins.

Credible leaker Ice Universe has alluded to the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro Max as being both thicker and heavier than the iPhone 17 Pro Max. The increased weight and thickness of the iPhone 18 Pro Max is reportedly due to the larger battery.

Apple has fixed a long-standing Siri limitation on the Apple Watch. In watchOS 27 beta 3, users can now ask Siri to add time to a timer that is already running. Previous versions required restating the full duration from scratch. The update also brings Apple's upgraded Siri AI experience and a dedicated Siri app to the watch for the first time.

Apple has started testing DRAM chips made by China's CXMT for devices sold in China. CXMT is on the Pentagon's 1260H list of companies linked to the Chinese military. Apple is still seeking US government clearance to use the chips. The move follows steep price hikes on Mac and iPad models tied to global memory shortage.

Following the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 in July and the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold in August, the Apple iPhone Ultra is set to launch in September. Sources in the supply chain now confirm that Apple’s first foldable flagship is on schedule, with mass production reportedly already underway.

The iPhone 18 Pro could measure between 9.9mm and 10.9mm thick, up from 8.75mm on the iPhone 17 Pro, according to a new leak. Chinese certification filings also confirm the iPhone 18 Pro's battery will be bigger coming in at 4,056mAh, while the iPhone 18 Pro Max rises to 5,391mAh. Apple has not confirmed any of the details.

Volvo drivers are getting a major entertainment upgrade. With a new over-the-air update (OTA), the Swedish automaker is integrating the Apple Music streaming service directly into more than two million cars worldwide.

A new rumor points to the iPhone Air 2 shipping with a battery above 3,500mAh, which is slightly bigger than the 3,149mAh on the iPhone Air. The phone will also reportedly feature the 2nm A20 Pro chip and dual rear cameras. Separately, YouTuber John Prosser has shared render images and specifications suggesting a titanium build, a new Lavender color option and a smaller Face ID camera, with the phone expected in early 2027.

Apple is apparently using the new smart home features in iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27 to market an expensive subscription, as the company has now confirmed that Apple Intelligence for Home is available only to customers who have signed up for the most expensive iCloud+ subscription.

The Apple iPhone Ultra isn't expected to be officially unveiled for another two months, but the foldable flagship smartphone is already available for pre-order in four limited editions. With 24-karat gold, silver, titanium, and leather, this Caviar limited edition is unlikely to come cheap.

Similar to the iPhone X launch in 2017, a well-known analyst predicts a very late release for Apple’s first foldable iPhone followed by scarce supply and high resale prices for an already quite pricey iPhone Ultra. Scalpers might already prepare for a profitable last quarter.

A well-known YouTuber is currently sharing render images, color options and specs for the iPhone Air 2 expected in early 2027. He also suggests that Apple could have a very exciting future planned for the thin iPhone models. What if the iPhone Air simply became the iPhone?

China’s authorities have put it in writing: Both the iPhone 18 Pro and the iPhone 18 Pro Max will once again feature larger battery sizes compared to the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max. This year the international models profit from a larger battery size increase than the eSIM-models in the USA.

The Apple Watch Series 13 is expected to feature a completely new design and advanced display technology for longer battery life. The Apple Watch Series 12, which is expected in September, could still be exciting thanks to a brand-new sensor wristband.

Back in 2024, rumors about AirPods Pros with cameras started showing up, and several leakers backed those claims. Now, it looks like Apple’s plans have changed, and we’ll have to wait indefinitely for those models.

Apple is reportedly planning a veritable flood of new products in the spring of 2027, led by a new iPad Pro that is expected to offer significantly better performance. According to Bloomberg, a MacBook Pro with a brand-new design, a second-generation iPhone Air, and additional models in the iPhone 18 series are also planned for the spring.

Given the extensive Tata leak, we can now safely assume that Apple will not only upgrade the main camera of the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max with a variable aperture but also a completely new image sensor. The 630 GB data leak also indicates a regionally very different modem strategy for the new iPhones.

The most affordable MacBook Pro is expected to get a brand-new design along with the Apple M7, and much sooner than previously anticipated. The Apple M6 will apparently remain on the market for only a few months.

While the battery of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is expected to be only slightly larger, the iPhone 18 Pro Max is set to receive a more significant battery upgrade, according to the latest rumors. A leaker has now revealed the battery storage capacity of both variants of the next-generation flagship in advance.

Apple released iOS 26.5.2, iPadOS 26.5.2, and macOS 26.5.2 earlier than planned. Some of the security fixes were originally scheduled for version 26.6. Speaking to Reuters, Apple said the move was prompted by AI-assisted hacking tools that shorten the path from vulnerability to attack.

The Apple Watch Series 11 uses an outdated processor and has not received any design updates. While Apple is expected to focus primarily on the Apple Watch Ultra 4 this year, a leaker suggests that a comprehensive design upgrade is on the horizon.

(Update: Evan Blass is not Evan Blass) Arguably the biggest leak in the Apple universe in years led to exciting insights into the near future of the iPhone 18 and other Apple products. The focus is currently on leaked drop test videos, which are said to show the iPhone 18 Pro design already. Teardown images, such as X-rays of the internal components also provide exciting insights into the new features of the next iPhone generation.

Apple's MacBook Pro has supported the DCI-P3 color space for a decade. The switch to a tandem OLED panel is expected to usher in a new era of vibrant displays, replacing DCI-P3 with the much larger BT.2020 color space.

Apple's long-rumoured touchscreen MacBook will reportedly launch with the M5 Pro and M5 Max chips rather than waiting for the M7 generation, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has reported. The 14-inch and 16-inch models are expected between late 2026 and early 2027. Beyond the touch display, the new MacBook will bring Dynamic Island from the iPhone, an OLED panel, and a redesigned chassis.

Apple is selling the iPhone 17e as a "value packed" deal, but in many ways, it’s anything but. While even the cheapest Android phones have had 120 Hz OLED displays for years, Apple is apparently going to sell next years iPhone 18e with below-average specs. A reliable leaker is currently also revealing new displays specs of the iPhone 18 and iPhone Air 2 plus he mentions the iPhone Ultra 2 and the iPhone 20 Pro.

Over the past few months, the Mac Studio has seen its maximum RAM capacity reduced from 512 GB to just 96 GB. Behind the scenes, however, Apple is reportedly already working on the next two generations of the Mac Studio. With the Apple M7 Ultra, the mini-tower could also receive a design upgrade.

September traditionally brings a lot of news for Apple fans—this time, even a new CEO. However, John Ternus’s first keynote will also be quite different from previous ones. For instance, this time there won’t be a successor to the iPhone 17 yet. Well-known Bloomberg analyst Mark Gurman has now revealed exactly when the iPhone 18 Pro and the first foldable iPhone will most likely be unveiled.

Apple's latest price hike has already affected the official price of the 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro, but Amazon has yet to fully reflect the increase. However, recent price history indicates that the remaining stock may not stay at current pricing for long.