Apple releases watchOS 26.1 developer and public beta 4 with new stability updates, bug fixes, and performance improvements for Apple Watch users.
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macOS Tahoe 26.1 beta 4 now available to developers
Apple releases macOS Tahoe 26.1 beta 4 for developers with a new Liquid Glass transparency toggle, refined icons, and ongoing AI groundwork.
visionOS 26.1 public and developer beta 4 now available
Apple released visionOS 26.1 developer and public beta 4 for Vision Pro with bug fixes, performance improvements, and updated developer tools.
tvOS 26.1 public and developer beta 4 now available
tvOS 26.1 beta 4 improves system stability, app performance, and developer tools, while public testers can now install the update through Apple’s Beta Program.
iOS 26.1 beta 4 now available for users
Apple releases iOS 26.1 beta 4 for developers and public testers, expanding Apple Intelligence languages, Live Translation, and new interface tweaks.
Spotify for iOS now lets you search for and follow venues
Spotify’s latest iOS update lets users search, follow, and save venues, offering smarter event recommendations and direct concert ticket links worldwide.
Apple’s stock sets new record ahead of quarterly results
Apple stock hit a new all-time high of $263.25, driven by strong iPhone 17 demand and optimism ahead of October earnings.
iPhone 17 Series Off to a Stronger Start Than iPhone 16
Counterpoint says iPhone 17 outsold iPhone 16 by 14 percent in 10 days, driven by China and US Pro Max carrier subsidies.
Recent Windows issues is a reminder that macOS is a better choice
Windows 11’s latest update broke basic recovery tools again, showing why macOS remains the more stable, reliable, and user-friendly choice for everyday work.
AirPods 4 vs AirPods 3: Is it time to Upgrade?
AirPods 4 bring better sound, dust resistance, ANC option, and smarter Siri features, making them a strong upgrade over AirPods 3.
“Great Ideas Start on Mac”: Apple’s Latest Ad Uses Jane Goodall’s Voice
Apple’s new Mac ad uses Jane Goodall’s voice, celebrating creativity’s beginnings and message that great ideas start on Mac, timed with M5.
Apple Hit with Second Complaint in China Over App Store Fees
A Chinese law firm representing 55 users filed a new complaint accusing Apple of abusing App Store dominance and charging unfair commissions.
Google app on iOS sending users to AI mode using push alerts
Google is testing push alerts on iOS that open searches directly in AI Mode, signaling a clear push to grow its conversational search traffic.
Gemini sees strong growth and part of credit goes to Apple Store
Gemini’s App Store surge helped it double its global AI traffic share, narrowing ChatGPT’s lead and signaling Apple’s growing influence in AI discovery.
Apple TV, Apple Music, and App Store outage hits millions, now resolved
Apple confirms Apple TV, Apple Music, and App Store outage now resolved after hours of disruption affecting streaming, downloads, and iCloud account services.
Apple Music on macOS Tahoe is a mess and users have had enough
Users say Apple “butchered” the Music app in macOS Tahoe, citing major bugs, broken playback, and confusing UI changes that disrupt daily use.
Apple TV Subscribers Can Watch MLS Playoffs Without Season Pass
Apple will stream every MLS playoff match to all Apple TV subscribers, sparking speculation that the costly MLS Season Pass might soon be retired.
Apple Engineers report problems with Siri in iOS 26.4 build
Apple engineers testing iOS 26.4 warn of Siri performance issues, raising concerns about Apple’s upcoming AI rollout and internal leadership stability.
TMO Weekly #3: Apple News Roundup, October 12–19
Apple’s busy week spanned new betas, M5 hardware, Vision Pro updates, and a major Apple TV rebrand. Here’s every story from October 12–19.
iPad Users Say ‘System Data’ Is Out of Control After iPadOS 26 Update
iPadOS 26’s automatic update feature reserves massive storage, leaving 64GB and 128GB iPads nearly full as System Data balloons unexpectedly.
Apple hints at updated Vision Pro Developer Strap arriving October 22
Apple hints at an updated Vision Pro Developer Strap launching October 22, likely alongside the M5 model, improving USB speeds and connectivity.
MacBook Pro video calls finally look like you own lighting equipment
The new MacBook Pro’s 1080p webcam looks dramatically better thanks to M5’s upgraded Neural ISP and smarter on-device AI lighting corrections.
Apple Quietly Made the Best Laptop Speakers Even Better
Apple refines its six-speaker MacBook Pro audio system with richer bass, wider stereo separation, and improved clarity, keeping its laptop audio crown.
The M5 MacBook Pro Loads DaVinci Projects Before You Blink
M5 MacBook Pro’s 2x faster SSD slashes DaVinci Resolve load times, speeds caching and relinking, and keeps timelines smooth for mobile editors.