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M5 Mac mini: Release Date, Specs, Price, and Everything We Know
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M5 Mac mini: Release Date, Specs, Price, and Everything We Know

Amalia S · February 18, 2026

If you’re using an M1 or Intel Mac mini, this could be a meaningful upgrade. The jump in efficiency, GPU performance, and AI capabilities will be noticeable.

Toyota Now Supports Apple Wallet Car Key for Select Models
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Toyota Now Supports Apple Wallet Car Key for Select Models

Rajat Saini · February 18, 2026

Toyota adds Apple Wallet car key support, letting you unlock and start compatible vehicles using your iPhone or Apple Watch.

Apple Launches Apple Music Connect for Labels and Distributors
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Apple Launches Apple Music Connect for Labels and Distributors

Rajat Saini · February 18, 2026

Apple launches Apple Music Connect, a new hub for labels and distributors to manage promotions, pitch releases, and marketing assets.

tvOS 26.4 Removes iTunes Movies and TV Shows Apps From Apple TV
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tvOS 26.4 Removes iTunes Movies and TV Shows Apps From Apple TV

Rajat Saini · February 18, 2026

tvOS 26.4 removes iTunes Movies and TV Shows apps, replaces Wish List, and shifts purchases fully into the Apple TV app.

12th-Generation iPad: Release Date, Specs, and Price
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12th-Generation iPad: Release Date, Specs, and Price

Amalia S · February 18, 2026

There are still unanswered questions, most notably whether Apple will go with the A18 or A19. But the overall direction is pretty clear: better performance, AI support, the same approachable price, and a launch this spring.

MacBook Pro M5 Max: Release Date, Specs, and Pricing
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MacBook Pro M5 Max: Release Date, Specs, and Pricing

Amalia S · February 18, 2026

Apple has scheduled a Special Apple Experience on March 4, 2026 in New York, and rumors strongly suggest the M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro models could be part of that reveal or follow very shortly after.

MacBook Air (M5): Release Date, Specs, and Pricing
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MacBook Air (M5): Release Date, Specs, and Pricing

Amalia S · February 18, 2026

Think of it as the MacBook Air most people already know, only with a noticeable jump in power under the hood and a few spec tweaks that matter for performance and real-world use.

iOS 26.4 adds Average Bedtime and updates Health Vitals overview
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iOS 26.4 adds Average Bedtime and updates Health Vitals overview

Rajat Saini · February 18, 2026

iOS 26.4 adds Average Bedtime tracking and restores blood oxygen charts in Health Vitals overview for better daily sleep and health insights.

Apple reportedly plans updated HomePod speaker and compact indoor sensor
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Apple reportedly plans updated HomePod speaker and compact indoor sensor

Rajat Saini · February 18, 2026

Apple reportedly developing updated HomePod speaker and compact indoor sensor to expand home security and automation lineup.

tvOS 26.4 Public Beta Released With Audio Changes and App Removal
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tvOS 26.4 Public Beta Released With Audio Changes and App Removal

Rajat Saini · February 17, 2026

tvOS 26.4 public beta is now available with audio improvements, removed iTunes apps, and updated settings for Apple TV users today.

watchOS 26.4 public beta arrives for Apple Watch users
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watchOS 26.4 public beta arrives for Apple Watch users

Rajat Saini · February 17, 2026

watchOS 26.4 public beta now available with fixes, emoji additions, and Siri changes. Learn how to install and what changed.

visionOS 26.4 beta released: what’s new
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visionOS 26.4 beta released: what’s new

Rajat Saini · February 17, 2026

visionOS 26.4 beta arrives with foveated streaming, fixes, and platform improvements. Here’s how to install and everything new in this update.

macOS 26.4 public beta released with new changes
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macOS 26.4 public beta released with new changes

Rajat Saini · February 17, 2026

macOS 26.4 public beta is now available with battery charge limit, Safari tweaks, Rosetta warnings, and early Apple Intelligence updates.

Apple Seeds First iPadOS 26.4 Public Beta After Developer Release
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Apple Seeds First iPadOS 26.4 Public Beta After Developer Release

Rajat Saini · February 17, 2026

iPadOS 26.4 public beta released with Safari tweaks, Music upgrades, new widgets, and installation steps for early testers today worldwide.

Apple Released iOS 26.4 Public Beta With New Changes
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Apple Released iOS 26.4 Public Beta With New Changes

Rajat Saini · February 17, 2026

iOS 26.4 public beta released with Music updates, security improvements, RCS progress, and new system changes across iPhone features today.

Apple working on AI smart glasses, pendant, and camera AirPods built around Siri
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Apple working on AI smart glasses, pendant, and camera AirPods built around Siri

Rajat Saini · February 17, 2026

Apple accelerates AI wearables including smart glasses, Siri pendant, and camera AirPods built to work closely with iPhone.

Apple to Use M5 chips in Private Cloud Compute Servers for Apple Intelligence
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Apple to Use M5 chips in Private Cloud Compute Servers for Apple Intelligence

Rajat Saini · February 17, 2026

Apple upgrades Private Cloud Compute servers with M5 chips to power Apple Intelligence and strengthen secure AI cloud processing infrastructure.

UK Consumers End £480 Million Case Against Qualcomm
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UK Consumers End £480 Million Case Against Qualcomm

Rajat Saini · February 17, 2026

UK consumer group drops £480 million lawsuit against Qualcomm over iPhone and Samsung pricing, ending case without compensation for buyers.

iPad Pro Major Redesign Not Expected Soon, Leak Claims
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iPad Pro Major Redesign Not Expected Soon, Leak Claims

Rajat Saini · February 17, 2026

iPad Pro update plans suggest few design changes, focusing on chips and cooling while OLED costs slow major upgrades ahead.

WhatsApp Business starts getting Liquid Glass design on iOS
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WhatsApp Business starts getting Liquid Glass design on iOS

Rajat Saini · February 17, 2026

WhatsApp Business rolls out Liquid Glass design on iOS with floating tab bar, translucent buttons, and gradual availability for users worldwide.

iPad Air vs iPad Pro: How to Decide Between Apple’s Mid‑Tier and Pro Tablets
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iPad Air vs iPad Pro: How to Decide Between Apple’s Mid‑Tier and Pro Tablets

Amalia S · February 17, 2026

The M4 iPad Air will likely hit the sweet spot for most users: powerful enough for everyday work and light creative tasks at a compelling price.

Safari Compact Tab Bar Returns in macOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 beta
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Safari Compact Tab Bar Returns in macOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 beta

Rajat Saini · February 17, 2026

Safari compact tab bar returns in macOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 beta, restoring single row browsing layout choice for users again.

M4 iPad Air: Release Date, Pricing, and What to Expect
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M4 iPad Air: Release Date, Pricing, and What to Expect

Amalia S · February 17, 2026

Apple’s next iPad Air refresh, powered by the M4 chip, is shaping up to be one of the first major tablet announcements of 2026.

iOS 26.5 Upcoming Features: What to Expect From Apple’s Next Update
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iOS 26.5 Upcoming Features: What to Expect From Apple’s Next Update

Amalia S · February 17, 2026

If you’re running iOS 26 and waiting for a more refined build, iOS 26.5 is likely the update where things settle into place. Hopefully.

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