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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.

Meta opens its smart glasses to third-party AI apps, challenging Apple’s closed ecosystem and raising questions about wearables’ future.

macOS Tahoe 26 users report a strange UI bug where Finder items render upside down, raising usability and stability concerns.

Apple updated its support page to explain how Hypertension Notifications work on Apple Watch with watchOS 26, including setup and limitations.

A new rumor claims Apple’s 2026 lineup (iPhone 18) will trim the Dynamic Island to a slightly narrower “pill,” but stop short of moving Face ID or the selfie camera under the display. The claim comes from Weibo leaker Instant Digital and was first picked up by multiple outlets over the weekend.

Apple Sports now has Home Screen widgets that surface live scores and upcoming games. Widgets are available on iPhone, and can also be added on iPad and Mac, giving quick at-a-glance updates across devices.