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Apple Music on macOS Tahoe is a mess and users have had enough
Users say Apple “butchered” the Music app in macOS Tahoe, citing major bugs, broken playback, and confusing UI changes that disrupt daily use.
Apple TV Subscribers Can Watch MLS Playoffs Without Season Pass
Apple will stream every MLS playoff match to all Apple TV subscribers, sparking speculation that the costly MLS Season Pass might soon be retired.
Apple Engineers report problems with Siri in iOS 26.4 build
Apple engineers testing iOS 26.4 warn of Siri performance issues, raising concerns about Apple’s upcoming AI rollout and internal leadership stability.
TMO Weekly #3: Apple News Roundup, October 12–19
Apple’s busy week spanned new betas, M5 hardware, Vision Pro updates, and a major Apple TV rebrand. Here’s every story from October 12–19.
iPad Users Say ‘System Data’ Is Out of Control After iPadOS 26 Update
iPadOS 26’s automatic update feature reserves massive storage, leaving 64GB and 128GB iPads nearly full as System Data balloons unexpectedly.
Apple hints at updated Vision Pro Developer Strap arriving October 22
Apple hints at an updated Vision Pro Developer Strap launching October 22, likely alongside the M5 model, improving USB speeds and connectivity.
MacBook Pro video calls finally look like you own lighting equipment
The new MacBook Pro’s 1080p webcam looks dramatically better thanks to M5’s upgraded Neural ISP and smarter on-device AI lighting corrections.
Apple Quietly Made the Best Laptop Speakers Even Better
Apple refines its six-speaker MacBook Pro audio system with richer bass, wider stereo separation, and improved clarity, keeping its laptop audio crown.
The M5 MacBook Pro Loads DaVinci Projects Before You Blink
M5 MacBook Pro’s 2x faster SSD slashes DaVinci Resolve load times, speeds caching and relinking, and keeps timelines smooth for mobile editors.
Why Your M5 iPad Pro Won’t Freeze on Huge RAW Files
The M5 iPad Pro handles massive RAW files with 2x faster SSD speeds and 30% higher memory bandwidth for uninterrupted performance.
MacBook Pro Chip Compared (M1 to M5): How Far Apple Silicon has come
Early Geekbench results show the M5 MacBook Pro delivers higher single-core, stronger multi-core, and a major GPU jump over M4.
M5 iPad Pro Display gets 1 Nit Minimum Brightness
The new M5 iPad Pro’s Tandem OLED panel reaches a 1-nit minimum, letting users read, draw, or watch comfortably in darkness.
iOS 26.0.2 is expected to launch by the end of next week
Apple is internally testing iOS 26.0.2, a minor update expected to launch by the end of next week with key bug fixes.
Apple says Epic Games is trying to get “free ride” on iOS platform
Apple accuses Epic Games of seeking a free ride as Australia’s court considers whether iPhones must allow sideloading without Apple’s commission.
First M5 Benchmark Shows the 14-Inch MacBook Pro Outruns Rivals
Geekbench results reveal Apple’s M5 chip leading all Mac and PC processors in single-core performance, marking a new speed milestone.
Apple and Formula 1 sign five-year deal bringing F1 on Apple TV
Apple signs a five-year deal with Formula 1, bringing F1: The Movie and full U.S. race coverage exclusively to Apple TV starting next year.
Apple might not be able to launch its first Foldable iPhone Next Year
Apple’s first foldable iPhone could slip to 2027 as Mizuho Securities reports Apple finalizing hinge design, production plans, and staggered iPhone 18 schedule.
Perplexity CEO warns iPhone users about fake “Comet” app on the App Store
Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas warns iPhone users to avoid fake “Comet” apps on the App Store until the official iOS version launches.
Here's Why Apple Vision Pro M5's Weight Got Heavier
Apple’s Vision Pro M5 is 150 grams heavier than before, but there’s a reason. Here’s why Apple added the weight.
iPhone Air sells out within hours in China following Tim Cook’s visit
Tim Cook’s China visit coincided with the iPhone Air’s record sellout after eSIM approval, highlighting Apple’s strong demand and renewed focus in China.
iPadOS 26.0.1 makes some iPad Models slower than iPadOS 18, users say
iPadOS 26.0.1 causes stuttering on App Library transitions in M-series iPads. Users report smooth performance elsewhere but a jarring gesture break.
Why MacBook Air M5 is Still Missing and What to Expect Next
Apple’s new M5 chip powers the MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, and Vision Pro, but not the MacBook Air. Here’s why the M5 Air is missing.
Apple’s M5 Chip Might Mark the End of the Pro and Max Era
Apple’s M5 chip may signal the end of the “Pro” and “Max” era. Here’s why future Apple Silicon could focus on AI performance, modular design, and smarter efficiency over raw power.
