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iPadOS 26 removes Slide Over. Apple retired both Slide Over and Split View in favor of a new windowed multitasking model that’s closer to a Mac experience, with Stage Manager still available as an optional mode. Here’s how to get the same quick, floating-panel workflow you used to have with Slide Over, using the new tools in iPadOS 26.

California officials warned EBT cardholders this week about a bogus iOS app posing as a state tool. On September 19, 2025, Apple removed the listing and terminated the developer’s account, which included three apps, according to the company.

Hundreds of enthusiastic customers formed long queues at Apple’s flagship store in Beijing on Friday, a strong visual signal that the new iPhone 17 series is off to a promising start in the critically important Chinese market. The launch day crowds, mirrored in other major cities globally, suggest the device’s first major redesign in years has successfully captured consumer attention and could help reverse Apple’s recent slump in the region.

Apple is deploying a significant new health feature that allows its latest smartwatches to notify users of potential high blood pressure, a condition that affects over a billion people globally. The breakthrough, which arrives with the Apple Watch Series 11 and is compatible with models back to the Series 9, uniquely leverages artificial intelligence and existing sensors rather than requiring a new, dedicated blood pressure monitor.

Apple’s highly anticipated iPhone 17 launch day has been clouded by a growing number of reports from early buyers and journalists noting cosmetic damage on brand-new devices. The deep blue variant of the iPhone 17 Pro and the black version of the iPhone 17 Air are reportedly showing scuffs and scratches with surprising ease, in some cases straight out of the box or after only a few hours on display at Apple Stores.

Apple increases iPhone 17 production after strong pre-orders, as consumer demand shifts toward the base model over Pro and Air.

A site called “Coupon Boomer” has been circulating dramatic claims like “iPhone 17 student 95% off.” Security researchers say the site’s “codes” are bogus and are used to funnel people through tasks and “verifications” that make money for the operators, not to unlock Apple discounts. Avoid entering emails, payment details, or ID info.

On the 17 Pro line, Apple uses the space freed up by removing the SIM tray to fit a slightly larger battery in eSIM-only units. The gain is around 5–7% capacity, which can translate into a modest bump in runtime. Earlier iPhones (14–16) didn’t get bigger batteries in the U.S.; this appears to be new with the 17 Pro generation.

With the release of iOS 26, Apple has unlocked a powerful new set of features for Powerbeats Pro 2 owners, transforming the popular earbuds into a capable, standalone fitness tracker. A companion firmware update rolling out now allows the earbuds to send live workout data directly to the Apple Fitness app, removing the need for an Apple Watch to track key health metrics during exercise.

Apple updates Final Cut Pro, Compressor, and Motion with ProRes RAW controls and performance improvements for Mac and iPad.

Apple releases Final Cut Camera 2.0 with ProRes RAW, genlock, Apple Log 2, and expanded iPhone 17 Pro filmmaking features.

Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro and Air display units show scratches on launch day, raising durability concerns despite strong global sales demand.

Apple now rates Apple Watch Series 11 for up to 24 hours per charge, a jump from the long-standing 18-hour figure used since 2015. The bigger number is real, but it’s mostly the result of a new “typical use” test that adds six hours of sleep tracking to the mix.

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.

Apple removed Launchpad in macOS 26 Tahoe. Spotlight and Apps replace it, and the old Terminal workaround no longer works.