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Report: Vapor Chamber Cooling coming to M6 iPad Pro in 2027
Apple is developing a vapor chamber cooling system for the M6 iPad Pro, expected in 2027, to improve performance and reduce heat.
TMO Weekly #4: Apple News Roundup, October 20–26
Apple’s busy week brought record stock highs, fresh iOS betas, Vision Pro updates, streaming deals, and renewed regulatory battles across global markets.
Developers can now build Android apps in Apple’s Swift language
The first Swift SDK for Android preview lets developers build Android apps with official tools, enabling smoother Swift code sharing across platforms.
iPhone 18 base model could finally match Pro’s 12GB RAM
Apple is reportedly planning to upgrade the standard iPhone 18 to 12GB RAM, matching the Pro models and improving overall performance.
The Underrated Safari Feature That Keeps Me Focused
Safari’s “Hide Distracting Items” feature lets iPhone and iPad users remove ads, pop-ups, and clutter for a cleaner, focused browsing experience.
iPhone owners are fed up with iOS taking over their Storage
iPhone users report massive storage loss as iOS System Data eats up space, turning 128 GB phones into constant full-storage warning machines.
A new iOS 26 setting helps your iPhone battery last all day
iOS 26 adds Adaptive Power, a smart feature that saves iPhone battery life by adjusting performance and brightness without affecting speed or experience.
AirPods production doubles at Apple’s Hyderabad plant in India
Apple plans to double AirPods production at Foxconn’s Hyderabad plant, expanding India’s role in its accessory supply chain after Vietnam.
One-Handed Use Is Dying in iOS 26, and Users Are Speaking Up
iOS 26’s new design pushes buttons out of thumb’s reach, sparking user frustration over Apple’s inconsistent layouts and fading one-handed usability.
Apple hosts “Meet with Apple” as Vision Pro M5 hits stores
Apple held a multi-day “Meet with Apple” event alongside the Vision Pro M5 launch, guiding developers through visionOS 26 immersive and spatial design.
iOS 26.1 will let third-party photo apps back up images automatically
Apple’s new PhotoKit framework in iOS 26.1 lets third-party photo apps back up images automatically in the background with better reliability.
iFixit teardown shows small repair wins in M5 MacBook Pro
iFixit’s teardown of Apple’s M5 MacBook Pro reveals small but useful repair changes, easier battery access, and a modest 4/10 repair score.
Apple brings ‘Video in the car’ to CarPlay with iOS 26, pending automaker support
Apple now allows video playback on CarPlay through AirPlay in iOS 26, but automakers must enable support before you can use it.
Are Beats Solo 4 Noise Cancelling? Here’s the Real Answer
Wondering if the Beats Solo 4 have noise cancelling? They don’t, but their snug fit and balanced sound make them worth considering.
Apple Watch SE vs. Series 10: Is It Worth Paying More?
Trying to decide between the Apple Watch SE 2 and Series 10? Learn the real differences in design and battery life.
Apple Intelligence is no longer in beta, but its Clean Up tool still struggles
Apple dropped the beta tag from Apple Intelligence, but its Clean Up tool still struggles with basic edits and realism compared to rivals.
Apple’s Mac Shipments Jump 15% in Q3 as Windows 10 support ends
Apple outpaced the global PC market in Q3 2025, with Mac shipments rising nearly 15 percent amid Windows 10’s end-of-support refresh.
Apple helps fund Trump’s White House $300 million renovation Project
Apple joins Amazon, Google, and Meta in funding Trump’s controversial White House ballroom project as the East Wing faces large-scale demolition.
Apple starts shipping AI servers built in the US ahead of schedule
Apple begins shipping advanced U.S.-made AI servers from its new Houston facility ahead of schedule, powering Apple Intelligence and Private Cloud Compute.
Apple warns it could disable App Tracking Transparency across Europe
Apple says lobbying and regulatory pressure in Europe may force it to disable App Tracking Transparency, a key privacy feature for iPhone users.
Apple to Face Billions in Damages After UK Finds Market Abuse in App Store
A London tribunal ruled Apple overcharged app developers with unfair App Store commissions, exposing the company to potential $2 billion in damages.
Apple Veteran’s New Mac App Sky Gets Acquired by OpenAI
OpenAI acquires Sky, a Mac app built by former Apple engineers behind Workflow, to bring deep macOS automation directly into ChatGPT.
Apple and SpaceX could soon work together for satellite 5G support
Apple and SpaceX’s alignment on satellite spectrum hints at future iPhones connecting directly to Starlink, expanding beyond Globalstar’s current emergency-only setup.