Apple says it will report its quarterly results for April, May, and June on Thursday, July 31.

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Vacation season is here, and for many, this could be the first time traveling since Apple gave AirTag a brand new feature in iOS 18.2. Here’s how that feature works, and why it’s perfect for your upcoming trip.

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There are three types of storage you can use with your Mac. External storage devices like SSDs and hard drives can plug into your Mac and be used to back up your data or to extend your storage. There are also those little USB memory sticks you can use to store or transfer files, these days they can hold up to 2TB of files in your pocket.

These days cloud storage is another popular solution, as it offers a simple way to access your data from anywhere, collaborate with teams of people, and it extends the amount of storage available on your Mac. With the advent of home working meaning fewer people are confined to the office, lots are turning to cloud storage for collaboration, but there are downsides to this, not least the fact that typical cloud...

Android users can now edit messages they send to iPhones, marking a step forward in cross-platform messaging. Google Messages is beginning to roll out this long-requested feature, enabled through the updated Universal Profile 3.0 standard. However, the implementation isn’t seamless yet. Until recently, Android users could only edit Rich Communication Services (RCS) messages when texting […]

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Apple has long been rumored to be working on the iPhone Fold and a foldable iPad. A new report claims that the iPad project is "paused," and I am convinced that it's the right decision.


The 'iPhone Fold' is expected to take familiar design cues - image credit AppleInsider
The folding device rumors have been plentiful in recent years, and the general belief was that something would be released in 2026 or thereabouts. Whether that would be a phone or some sort of tablet-laptop hybrid was unclear, depending on which analyst you listened to.

It's important to remember that this latest report, courtesy of DigiTimes, doesn't say that the foldable iPad has been canceled. Rather, it says that Apple has "...

While China's smartphone sales stall overall, Apple grabbed growth with smart pricing, subsidies, and its broad iPhone 16 lineup.


iPhone 16 lineup
Apple posted high single-digit growth in China's smartphone market during the second quarter of 2025. Sales rose on the strength of promotions and demand for the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone Pro Max models.

Counterpoint Research reported that Apple's price cuts in May lifted performance despite modest overall market growth. China's smartphone sell-through in Q2 2025 is expected to show slight year-over-year growth.


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According to the leaker known as “Aaron613,” in an X post he said that the codenames for Apple’s 2027 operating system update have leaked.

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Apple continues to hold the top spot in both the global smartwatch and true wireless stereo (TWS) earbud markets, despite growing competition from Chinese brands. While Apple’s dominance is intact, its lead is narrowing, especially in the smartwatch segment where Huawei is gaining ground. Apple’s AirPods remain the best-selling TWS earphones worldwide, with a market […]

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A leaker claims to have specifications for the battery in the forthcoming iPhone 17 Pro Max, and they fit with previous reports about the phone being thicker than before.


Two iPhone 17 Pro Max models — render credit AppleInsider
In March 2025, a generally reliable leaker reported that the body of the iPhone 17 Pro Max was increasing in depth to 8.725 millimeters, compared to 8.25 on the iPhone 16 Pro Max. The supposition was that this would allow for a larger battery, and AppleInsider calculated that as small as the difference was, it could potentially mean up to an additional 400 mAh.

Now another often reliable leaker, ...

Early Prime Day deals are heating up, especially with the 4th of July weekend on the horizon, and shoppers can reap special savings on clearance Mac mini computers, AirTags, and accessories.


Save on AirTags, docks, speakers & more.
Kicking off today's fresh early Prime Day deals is a blowout $199.99 price on a refurbished Intel Mac mini at Amazon-owned Woot. Equipped with a 6-core Intel Core i5 processor, this configuration has 8GB of memory and a 256GB SSD. It also has four Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports, one HDMI 2.0 port, and two USB-A ports.

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Apple’s M4 series MacBook Pro was released in the fall of 2024, a year after the M3 series was released. That could mean Apple is on a yearly cycle with the MacBook Pro and the next generation could be released in the fall of 2025.

This article will keep track of the rumors and offer a perspective based on Apple’s Mac lineup throughout 2025. Here’s everything we know so far.

Update July 3: AppleInsider reports on the code names for the four models that could be released later this year.

New M5 MacBook Pro: Release date

The release of the M5 MacBook Pro depends on the availability of the M5 series of chips. A report in December 2024 stated that the M5 iPad Pro could be available in the second half of 2025. That suggests Apple could release the M5 iPad...

Apple Umeda opens on July 26, and Apple comes bearing gifts — a brand new Apple-themed wallpaper, available for all your devices.


New wallpapers from Apple now available for Phone, iPad, Mac
Apple has announced that a brand new Apple Store, known as Apple Umeda, will be opening at Osaka's Grant Front shopping center on July 26. It marks Apple's first store in Umeda, though the company has been eyeing the district for quite some time.

To commemorate the occasion, Apple has released a new wallpaper available for your iPhone, iPad, and Mac. You can download all three below:


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Apple last updated the Mac Pro in 2023 when it was the last Mac to be outfitted with an M-series chip–three years after Apple started to use its own silicon in Macs. The Mac Pro may be on a longer update cycle than the other Macs because it’s an expensive machine with features that address the needs of a niche audience.

But if you’re part of that audience, you’ll want to know when the next model will arrive, so we’ll be tracking the news and rumors about the Mac Pro. This article includes information about the potential updates to the Mac Pro, as well as offers a perspective on what those rumored updates mean to Apple’s Mac lineup.

What was announced at WWDC?

Apple did not reveal any information about the Mac Pro. But it did reveal macOS 26 Tahoe. The OS will share a unified design language with all Apple devices for greater...

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So, has an airline ever lost your luggage? With vacation season in full swing, you have to make sure you always know where your things are at any given moment, which is super easy by popping an Apple AirTag into your bag. And even better—you can get one of these for $23 right now, the lowest price so far in 2025.

These AirTags are super cute, and there are about a million accessories that go with them (including dog collars and kid bracelets, even if Apple doesn’t advertise AirTags in that way). They’re small and come with a battery you can actually exchange.

When they’re in range, you can get them to ping by simply using the Find My app, something that’s super convenient when you have an AirTag attached to your keys, for instance. When outside Bluetooth range, the tag’s location can be picked up by other nearby iPhones using the FindMy network, so you can find...

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The monitor might be the most important part of your Mac’s setup–after all, you can’t use any desktop computer without one and even the 16-inch screen on the MacBook Pro is going to feel cramped if you are having a particularly productive morning. Spread your work out by plugging in multiple monitors to your Mac and extending your desktop over a wider space.

Because you’ll spend a lot of time looking at the display, you’ll want to invest wisely. Not only will you want a monitor that provides a pleasing experience, but the quality of the images on the screen can also affect your work.

However, picking a new monitor can be daunting. Not only are there many manufacturers to choose from, but there are also lots of sizes, resolutions, and features to consider–and when we say lots, we mean lots. We’re here to help guide you while you shop, and we have some...

A foldable iPad has apparently been delayed. How about a rollable iPad instead?

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China’s second quarter smartphone sell-through is likely to go up slightly year-over-year (YoY), with Huawei and Apple leading the growth.

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Getting iMessage to work on a Windows PC might sound impossible, but it’s more doable than you think. While Apple doesn’t offer a native iMessage app for Windows 10 or Windows 11, there are a few reliable workarounds that let you send and receive Apple’s iMessages on Windows. Some methods are easier than others, and […]

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Apple is developing many new M5 and M6 Mac configurations, and we now have exclusive details on exactly what the company is developing.


Apple is developing several new Mac models with variants of the M5 chip.
Nearly all Macs available new in 2025 feature Apple's state-of-the-art M4 chip, with the MacBook Air and Mac Studio receiving the new processing hardware in...

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If you’re in the market for a new iPhone, Amazon’s Prime Day sales might be a good time to find a deal—with a few caveats.

In the U.K., you can find the latest iPhones unlocked at Amazon and at other resellers. Supplies can be limited, and there are usually only small discounts for the newest iPhones, but we are seeing discounts on the iPhone 16 series and on the older iPhone 15 models. If you aren’t sure which iPhone to buy take a look at our iPhone buying guide and our comparison of every iPhone.

If you are in the U.S., you won’t see deals on new iPhones (only renewed/refurbished items), but there are still plenty of savings on iPhone...

The iPhone 17 Pro Max will feature the biggest ever battery in an iPhone, according to the Weibo leaker known as "Instant Digital."

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iOS 14 added a new Translate feature for Safari. Here's how to use it in iOS 16.

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Once upon a time, Apple used to make significant changes to the iPhone every couple of years. A new model (iPhone 4, 5, 6, etc) would launch with an overhauled look, followed by an S variant that boosted performance and smoothed out any imperfections. 

That’s no longer the case. Primarily due to the iPhone’s maturity, iterative annual upgrades have become the norm. After all, there’s only so much it can improve year over year. And despite what you may have read about this year’s phones, the new lineup is looking to be more of the same, even with the introduction of a new Air model. 

That’s why if you’re planning to get a new iPhone, you may want to wait for next year’s iPhone 18 series. Unlike the iPhone 17, 2026’s lineup is set to bring some of the biggest design and functionality upgrades in years, which could make the iPhone 17 feel decidedly ho-hum.

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Losing a wallet is frustrating enough without the added fear of someone finding it and taking everything inside. The KeySmart® SmartCard helps prevent that panic by turning your wallet, or anything else with limited space, into a trackable item. They work just like AirTags, and right now, you can get a three-pack for $74.97 (reg. $119.97).

The SmartCard looks like a credit card, but it’s actually a discreet Bluetooth tracker that works seamlessly with Apple’s Find My app. Once it’s connected, you can locate your wallet on a map, make it play a sound, or activate Lost Mode to share your...

Reminders in iOS 26 has a few new smart features with Apple Intelligence, and a restrained visual upgrade over iOS 18. Here's how the two versions compare.


Reminders iOS 26 vs Reminders iOS 18 - A visual and smart upgrade
The Reminders app isn't really an app that people think about that can do with some improvements. What Apple has at the moment is already a pretty good tool for making lists and following through with them.

With the introduction of iOS 26 at WWDC, Apple made quite a few alterations to the app. While the general structure remains untouched, it has refreshed the appearance as well as made it much smarter.


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President Donald Trump's new trade deal with Vietnam dramatically hikes import costs for Apple's hardware including AirPods, almost all iPads, and the Mac mini.


Tim Cook at a Foxconn plant in Vietnam — image credit: Apple
Following Apple's massive global restructuring of its supply and delivery chains to mitigate against Trump's "reciprocal" tariffs, Tim Cook said in May 2025 that everything but iPhones would now be imported from Vietnam. Now according to CNBC...

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At the WWDC25 keynote, Apple announced a new AirPods feature that would enable the headphones to pause when they sense that their wearer has fallen asleep. But it’s now been discovered that the function is a little more versatile than that suggests.

A contributor to the tech site MacRumors has discovered code that indicates the feature is tied to iOS 26, rather than the AirPods line specifically, and suggests that it will work on Apple’s Beats headphones too. A good thing, since the Beats line-up is broader than the AirPods one and, in the form of the $70 Beats Flex and $80...

Following a claim that the iPhone 17 range will see the regular Apple logo moved lower down the chassis, the same leaker says MagSafe charging will get a similar repositioning and for more than just aesthetic reasons.


Representation of the position of MagSafe magnets in the current iPhone
Apple is known for sweating the details, and the claim that it is moving its logo because of a redesigned camera system on the iPhone 17 Pro does at least have some precedent.

Apple last changed its logo on the iPhone, the last time it changed the camera system — with the iPhone 11 range.


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Power banks have somehow become part of our pat-down—phone, keys, wallet, and battery. But what do you do when you go camping or hiking? You get a power bank that recharges by sitting in the sun, of course. This solar-charged magnetic power bank is only $24 right now after a 40 percent discount ahead of Amazon Prime Day.

For starters, this power bank has a 10,000mAh capacity, which should be enough to recharge your iPhone more than twice over—and more since there are three ports available: one USB-C, one USB-A, and a Lightning port. So, you can wirelessly top off your iPhone via the charging pad and give your iPad a boost at the same time.

This power bank also has a solar panel on the back so you don’t need to plug it in to recharge its battery. There’s an LED indicator so you can check how much charge it has, and it even comes with an attached compass so you don...

After seven years of rolling rumors saying that it was for sure coming next year, the iPhone Fold is now in its production prototyping phrase, ahead of an expected launch in 2026.


Render of a possible iPhone Fold - Source AppleInsider
Unsurprisingly after so many years of designing and manufacturing iPhones, Apple has a very specific process of prototyping that it follows, as exclusively revealed by AppleInsider. Now according to DigiTimes, the iPhone fold prototype is in its first round of testing.

DigiTimes says that this testing is earlier than expected, but it appears to fit with recent claims that Apple expected mass production to begin in...

The long-rumored iPhone Fold – the colloquial term used for the company’s unannounced folding iPhone – is reported to be on schedule for a potential launch in the second half of next year.

The device is said to have reached the Prototype 1 (P1) stage last month, which is the first point at which the company creates fully-functional devices …

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A Qantas data breach resulting from a cybersecurity attack has put up to 6M customer records at risk of exposure, with names, email addresses, phone numbers, and dates of birth confirmed to be included. The hack was of a contact center database operated by one of the airline’s partners …

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Summer isn’t just about beaches, pools, and baseball. It’s also time for Prime Day, and Amazon’s big annual sale is even bigger this year, running a whopping four days, from Tuesday, July 8, until midnight on Friday, July 11. As always, the deals will be coming and going quickly, so be sure to bookmark this page as we’ll be monitoring the latest best prices on Macs, iPads, AirPods, Apple Watches and more.

Since Amazon’s last big sale in October, Apple has released some new products, so be on the lookout for super discounts on older iPads and MacBooks, as well as price cuts on the newest models. And of course, you’ll also find great deals on AirPods, Apple Watches, Macs, and everything else Apple sells. We’ll gather the best deals we see in this article, along with some tips for getting the best bargains.

Read on for the best deals on AirPods, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, MacBook, Mac and Apple Accessories in the U.S...

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If you’re looking for a new pair of AirPods, Amazon’s twice-yearly Prime Day sales are a great time to look for a discount. Amazon often has AirPods on sale for well below Apple’s MSRP, but when big sales events like this come around, you can often get a pair for an all-time-low price.

The AirPods picked here are all chosen by our editors, who have decades of experience with Apple devices. We’ve reviewed everything we recommend and we won’t tell you to buy something that’s not actually worth your money. The products below are all at or near all-time lows, and we’ve selected what we think is the best configuration for each product type. We know Apple is expensive, so we’ve chosen products at prices we would be willing to pay, so you can trust that our recommendations will steer you in the right direction—and save...

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Traveling is fun, but planning a trip can be exhausting–especially for tech fans. You need to make sure you have everything you need, including of course the correct chargers and adapters for each of your devices. There’s nothing worse than hunting for an overpriced Apple Watch charger in the hotel gift shop when you just want to sleep off the jet lag.

These problems are well understood. But one thing that’s frequently forgotten by traveling techies is data privacy and security. You’ll probably end up using public Wi-Fi in airport lounges, coffee shops, and your hotel room, which can expose your personal data to hackers and identity thieves. This is why you need a VPN.

If you’re not familiar with the idea of a VPN, don’t worry. Read on as we explain what exactly a VPN is, and how it can help protect your data while traveling.

How a VPN can protect your data

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SwitchEasy’s MagPower 4-in-1 is a handy 40W MagSafe charging dock that charges four devices simultaneously.

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Apple TV+ has announced an upcoming dramedy starring and executive produced by Emmy, SAG and Golden Globe Award winner Jennifer Aniston.

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Apple has released the second public betas of iOS 18.6 and iPadOS 18.6.

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Addigy — which specializes in live, real-time, and continuously connected Apple device management — has announced Addigy Prebuilt App Catalog.

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Since I can’t cover everything, here are some recommended articles from other websites.

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If you watched Apple’s WWDC keynote in June, you probably remember the headline features in watchOS 26, such as the AI-powered Workout Buddy and Liquid Glass redesign. But you might not have realized that there’s actually far more to this software update than these showy new additions.

In fact, watchOS 26 is packed with a slew interesting updates, from clever widgets to new ways to enjoy your favorite photos. Here, we’ve picked out eight of our favorite little-known tweaks that you’ll want to rush to try in watchOS 26.

Configurable widgets

Love the Smart Stack on your Apple Watch? With watchOS 26, you now get even more options to customize it to your liking. For example, you can drill down into individual apps and decide which aspects of them show up as Smart Stack prompts, such as home electricity usage and suggested controls in the Home app.

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Summer baseball is about to get a lot more prevalent on Apple TV+. Apple and Major League Baseball this week announced the August schedule for Friday Night Baseball, which consists of a weekly doubleheader of MLB games streamed on Apple TV+ throughout the 2025 regular game season. The games are included with an Apple TV+ […]

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Apple has filed (PDF) a lawsuit against former Vision Pro engineer Di Liu, accusing him of stealing thousands of confidential files related to his work on Apple's augmented reality headset for the benefit of his new employer Snap. The company alleges Liu misled colleagues about his departure, secretly accepted a job offer from Snap, and attempted to cover his tracks by deleting files -- actions Apple claims violated his confidentiality agreement. The Register reports: Liu secretly received a job offer from Snap on October 18, 2024, a role the complaint describes as "substantially similar" to his Apple position, meaning Liu waited nearly two weeks to resign from Apple, per the lawsuit. "Even then, he did not disclose he was leaving for Snap," the suit said. "Apple would not have allowed Mr. Liu continued access had he told the truth." Liu allegedly copied "more than a dozen folders containing thousands of files" from Apple's filesystem to a personal cloud storage account, dropping...

Searching for some of the best Adobe Lightroom alternatives? Consider me your frugal guide looking to steer you toward the cheaper side of RAW photo editing. With Adobe solely offering an annual plan for the majority of its products, many are looking for alternatives that offer the same amount of creativity and features without breaking […]

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It’s hard to believe, but if you’ve been an Apple Music subscriber since its inception, you’ve been streaming for a full decade. Announced as “One more thing” at WWDC 2015, the service launched on June 30, 2015, months before iOS 9 and Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan landed later that fall.

To celebrate the milestone, Apple is offering a “special version” of its annual Replay playlist. Similar to Spotify’s Wrapped campaign, Replay offers “a look back at the top songs, artists, albums...