Radu Tyrsina

Apple’s new iPhone 17 lineup, including the iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max, officially launched today as pre-orders began arriving to customers.

Apple’s iOS 26 software is no longer in beta and has been officially released to the public. The final version became available for download on September 15, 2025, marking the end of the summer testing period for all compatible iPhone models. This update is now the stable, current operating system for millions of users worldwide, replacing the previous iOS 18.

It’s generally not possible to pick up your Apple order before you receive the official “Ready for Pickup” notification. The pickup time provided during checkout is an estimate, and the confirmation email is the signal that your item has been processed and is physically waiting for you at the store.

A new rumor claims Apple’s 2026 lineup (iPhone 18) will trim the Dynamic Island to a slightly narrower “pill,” but stop short of moving Face ID or the selfie camera under the display. The claim comes from Weibo leaker Instant Digital and was first picked up by multiple outlets over the weekend.

Apple Sports now has Home Screen widgets that surface live scores and upcoming games. Widgets are available on iPhone, and can also be added on iPad and Mac, giving quick at-a-glance updates across devices.

Apple has released macOS Tahoe as the new major version, but many users are still seeing Sequoia updates like 15.6.1 (and now 15.7) in Software Update. That mismatch is what’s driving today’s searches.

Mophie has introduced four Qi2-certified Powerstation power banks for MagSafe-compatible iPhones, pairing 15 W magnetic wireless charging with slimmer designs and optional stands. The lineup spans 5,000 mAh “Slim” models and 10,000 mAh versions, each available with or without a rotating kickstand.

Apple is reportedly moving a lower-cost MacBook into mass production by the end of 2025, with retail timing more likely in early 2026. The claim comes from analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, who says the machine will be Apple’s first Mac powered by an A-series iPhone chip rather than M-series silicon.

Apple quietly built Google into the flow of its new Visual Intelligence feature. When you press the screenshot buttons in iOS 26, one of the options is to search what’s on your screen — and the system routes that to Google (with partner apps like Etsy, eBay, and Poshmark also supported). It’s a notable shift for Apple: a system-level AI feature that hands off to a rival’s search by design.

Apple is prepping Wallet’s Car Key for three more brands: Rivian, Smart, and Voyah. Backend flags spotted today indicate Apple’s side is ready, with launches now dependent on each automaker flipping the final switch.

For Mac users who rely on their iPhone’s cellular data, Apple is introducing a significant quality-of-life improvement in macOS Tahoe. The new operating system simplifies the process of connecting to a personal hotspot, making it more seamless than ever before. This update addresses a common point of friction for those who work on the go or in areas without reliable Wi-Fi.

Searches for “macOS Aqua” are spiking as Apple’s glossy Liquid Glass design rolls out with iOS 26 and soon across macOS Tahoe. The new look echoes Aqua’s translucent, “lickable” era from 2000, so people are revisiting what Aqua was — and how today’s UI compares.

With iOS 26, T-Mobile’s Starlink-powered T-Satellite service now supports six Apple apps when you’re off the grid: Messages, Maps, Weather, Music, Fitness, and Compass. The feature targets low-bandwidth tasks and will expand over time.

macOS 26 (“Tahoe”) swaps the old full-screen Launchpad for a new Apps panel tied more closely to Spotlight. On paper it’s cleaner and less intrusive; in practice, heavy Launchpad users say it’s a downgrade that slows them down. For broader context on why Tahoe’s UI is controversial, see our roundup: macOS 26 critics: cluttered & inconsistent.

Apple’s macOS 26 “Tahoe” arrives with Liquid Glass, a system-wide redesign that makes the menu bar fully transparent, rounds window corners, and introduces floating sidebars and toolbars across core apps. It’s a bold swing meant to unify Apple’s platforms — but the rollout is exposing design seams that heavy Mac users can’t unsee.

Apple’s latest iPhone software is iOS 26, but lots of people are googling “iOS 25” because (1) Apple renamed the platform to match the year—jumping from 18 to 26—so many assume there should be a 2025-branded “25,” and (2) they’re really looking for what’s new, stability takes, or how to update under the old numbering.

Apple stock closed up 1.1% at 236.70 on Monday as early iPhone 17 demand outpaced last year’s cycle, according to multiple Wall Street trackers. Preorders opened Friday; in-store availability is this Friday, which we’ve detailed in When will iPhone 17 be available in stores.

Xiaomi is skipping straight to the 17 series (17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max) to go head-to-head with Apple’s new iPhones in China, pulling its launch forward and touting “the most significant upgrade” to its numbered line. Company leaders are also claiming first dibs on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for the range.

The thread is split. Fans see a thoughtful refresh that nods to classic iOS and matches the new Liquid Glass look; critics say the icons feel blurry, low-contrast, and less legible—especially Camera and Clock. A lot of people also say they’ll get used to it in a month.