tvOS 27.2 developer beta 1 is available as build 24K5088l. See the documented changes, known issues, and how to install the update for developers.
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iPadOS 27.2 Developer Beta 1 Is Available: How to Update and What’s New
iPadOS 27.2 developer beta 1 is available as build 24B5084k. See the documented changes, known issues, and how to install the update for developers.
macOS 27.2 Developer Beta 1 Is Available: How to Update and What’s New
macOS 27.2 developer beta 1 is available as build 26B5086k. See the documented changes, known issues, and how to install the update for developers.
watchOS 27.2 Developer Beta 1 Is Available: How to Update and What’s New
watchOS 27.2 developer beta 1 is available as build 24S5086l. See the documented changes, known issues, and how to install the update for developers.
watchOS 27 hides Apple Watch apps without 64-bit support: Here's what to check
If a third-party app vanished from your Apple Watch after updating to watchOS 27, its developer most likely hasn’t added 64-bit support. Apple’s support document, published September 14, says such an app “won’t appear on your Apple Watch after you update to watchOS 27,” and that it will “again appear” once the developer updates it.…
Shared albums in iOS 27 count others' uploads toward the owner's iCloud storage
If you create a shared album in iOS 27, its photos and videos count toward your iCloud storage, and so does everything your participants add. Temporary albums, which expire after 30 days, are the exception. The Photos app on iPhone 18 Pro. Image: Apple Apple set out the rules in a Shared Albums limits document…
Apple asks the Supreme Court to overturn the Apple Watch blood oxygen import ban
Apple has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to review the ruling that upheld the International Trade Commission’s import ban on Apple Watch models with the original blood oxygen feature. The petition, Apple Inc. v. International Trade Commission, No. 26-316, was filed on September 3, and the Supreme Court’s docket lists responses as due October 13,…
Apple releases iOS 27.2 beta 1 for iPhone developers
Apple has released iOS 27.2 beta 1 for developers, starting a new testing cycle with early changes, fixes, and features for supported iPhones.
iOS 27 Impersonation Risk Detection: How Apple's anti-scam setting works
Impersonation Risk Detection, available starting with iOS 27 and iPadOS 27, lets a supporting app ask your device for a scam risk level before you send a payment or change your password. The switch is in Settings > Privacy & Security > Impersonation Risk Detection, where it is labeled Share with App Developers. Two iPhone…
Apple Reportedly Explores M8 Ultra AI Servers With Nvidia Networking
A report says Apple is considering M8 Ultra AI servers with Nvidia networking for outside customers. Apple has not announced a product or deal.
Judge Seeks Details Before Musk’s Companies Drop Apple AI Claims
A judge wants X Corp. and SpaceXAI to disclose any Apple agreements behind their plan to drop antitrust claims. The case against OpenAI continues.
Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro Photography Exhibition Opens in New York This Week
Apple’s What Holds Us exhibition features iPhone 18 Pro photography by Alex Prager, Jack Davison and Jimmy Chin. It opens in New York September 18.
Samsung May Bring Galaxy Z TriFold 2 Forward After iPhone Duo Launch
Samsung may bring the Galaxy Z TriFold 2 forward after Apple’s iPhone Duo launch, a report says. Samsung has not announced a public timetable.
Video Highlights James Bond References in Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro Keynote
Todd Vaziri’s comparison video spots James Bond references in Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro keynote, including a Skyfall-style reveal and aperture sequence.
Series 12 and Ultra 4 hypertension alerts may not be available in 33 regions
Hypertension notifications may not be available on Apple Watch Series 12 or Ultra 4 in 33 countries and regions, including Canada, India, Australia and Japan. Apple’s watchOS feature availability page gives the reason in a footnote on each one: “additional regulatory clearances for these devices are in process.” Apple Watch Ultra 4. Image: Apple Apple…
Apple One closes to new subscribers in India and other iCloud+ bundle countries
New customers in India can no longer sign up for Apple One, and anyone there who pays for Apple TV or Apple Arcade on its own will have that subscription cancelled and folded into iCloud+. Current Apple One members keep their plans. A presenter on stage at Apple Park Both changes are in the fine…
iOS 27 Adds Birthday Fireworks When You Call a Contact
iOS 27 appears to show a birthday fireworks animation when you call a contact whose birthday is saved in Contacts. Here is what has been reported.
Apple Explains How iPhone 18 Pro Reference Image Verifies a Photo’s Origin
Apple has detailed the security design behind Reference Image on iPhone 18 Pro, including sensor signing, secure timestamps and Private Cloud Compute.
HBO Chief Responds to Apple TV’s 29 Emmy Awards
Apple TV earned 29 Emmy wins, and HBO chief Casey Bloys responded to the result with praise for the streamer and a note about Apple’s scale.
M6 Mac mini Scores 22,783 in Early Geekbench Result Ahead of Launch
An unverified Geekbench 7 result attributed to M6 has appeared before the new Mac mini ships. It is an early data point, not a real-world review.
India Escalates Inquiry Into Apple Over Reported iOS 18 Repair Costs
India has escalated a consumer inquiry into Apple over reported iOS 18 display and microphone issues that allegedly led to repair costs in India.
Apple Cuts iPhone Trade-In Values While Raising Mac and iPad Credit
Apple revised U.S. trade-in estimates, lowering eligible iPhone values while raising some Mac and iPad values. Final credit still depends on inspection.
Slow Horses Season 6 Is Now Streaming on Apple TV
Slow Horses season six is now streaming on Apple TV. The six-episode season starts September 16 and new episodes arrive weekly through October 21.
Apple TV Shipping Delays Continue as Orange HomePod mini Goes Unavailable
Apple TV and HomePod mini orders show extended U.S. delivery estimates, while the orange HomePod mini is unavailable from Apple’s online store.