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• iOS 26 adoption rate isn't the crisis some analysts are portraying

  13-02-2026 22:41 via appleinsider.com
  Apple's February 2026 App Store data shows iOS 26 adoption closely tracking the pace set by iOS 18 in January 2025, and iPadOS 26 is ahead of iPadOS 18, undercutting claims that the upgrade cycle is faltering.
  Apple publishes OS 26 adoption data
  Apple publishes operating system adoption rates based on devices that transacted on the App Store. The February 12, 2026 data can be measured against Apple's January 24, 2025 published figures for a like-for-like comparison.The breakdown separates recent
  
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• Ugreen NASync DH4300 Plus review: Beginner-friendly, easily expandable

  13-02-2026 19:55 via appleinsider.com
  The Ugreen NASync DH4300 is a very easy-to-use NAS for beginners who need more capacity than your typical entry-level network storage appliance.
  Ugreen NASync DH4300 Plus
  We're getting to a point with cloud storage that in the long run, having a local cloud is a good idea. And, network attached storage (NAS) isn't just for networking experts anymore.But, it's easy to underestimate needs. That local cloud basic user could go for entry-level options with two drives, which is fine for most, but whe
  
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• Again, don't count on Mac Studio stock levels for release timing

  13-02-2026 19:19 via appleinsider.com
  Following reports of dwindling stocks of the iPhone 16e, there are now ones about the Mac Studio. While a new one is coming, in 2026 there are just too many external factors to use it as a reliable indicator of an imminent launch.
  Two Mac Studios, stacked
  It seems such an obvious thing — if Apple is running low on the Mac Studio, it's because a new one is coming. And it seems such an easy thing to spot, since the online Apple Store details how long the delivery time is for any item.So if y
  
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• Why Ferrari turned to Jony Ive to design its new car's controversial interior

  13-02-2026 18:07 via appleinsider.com
  Jony Ive's interior for the forthcoming Ferrari Luce electric vehicle is typically well thought out, but it's divided car fans. Now Ferrari's CEO has spoken out about the decision to not use his own designers.
  Ferrari's forthcoming Luce electric car, with interior by Jony Ive — image credit: Ferrari
  Ferrari is working to build up interest in its first-ever electric car ahead of the full unveiling which is expected in May. It began with the reveal of Jony Ive and Marc Newsom's interior &mda
  
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• Apple testing, but still undecided about clamshell folding iPhone

  13-02-2026 17:19 via appleinsider.com
  With Apple's first foldable iPhone expected to open like a book, one leaker has added fuel to previous claims that it's also testing a clamshell-like iPhone to go with it.
  Renders of a possible clamshell iPhone Fold —image credit: AppleInsider
  Rumors continue to say that Apple will release the first iPhone Fold in fall 2026, with the book-like design matching popular foldables already on the market. Companies like Samsung and Motorola also offer clamshell designs, similar to the iconic fli
  
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• Apple is testing a clamshell foldable iPhone, leaker claims

  13-02-2026 17:09 via appleinsider.com
  With Apple's first foldable iPhone expected to open like a book, one leaker has added fuel to previous claims that it's also testing a clamshell-like iPhone to go with it.
  Renders of a possible clamshell iPhone Fold —image credit: AppleInsider
  Rumors continue to say that Apple will release the first iPhone Fold in fall 2026, with the book-like design matching popular foldables already on the market. Companies like Samsung and Motorola also offer clamshell designs, similar to the iconic fli
  
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• Amazon's Presidents' Day Sale slashes Apple Watch, iPad, AirPods, Mac, accessories to as low as $13

  13-02-2026 17:08 via appleinsider.com
  Amazon's Presidents' Day Apple deals deliver your choice of an iPad or Apple Watch Series 11 for $299. Plus, grab AirPods for $99, and much more.
  Save up to $400 on Apple for Presidents' Day weekend - Image credit: Amazon, Apple
  Save on a variety of Apple devices this Presidents' Day weekend, as Amazon slashes prices on iPads, Apple Watches, MacBooks, and more by up to $400.Grab Apple deals from $13
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• Ring killing Flock deal exposes the trust problem in AI-powered home security

  13-02-2026 16:18 via appleinsider.com
  Ring's now-canceled partnership with Flock Safety suggests the company may have finally found the limits of how far consumers will tolerate AI-driven surveillance in their own neighborhoods.
  Ring backs away from Flock deal —for now
  Ring has decided not to go ahead with its planned integration with Flock Safety. The decision came after public backlash over privacy and surveillance concerns, even though the partnership never actually launched.In a February 12 blog post, Amazon-owned Ring sai
  
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• Fix blurry photos, upscale, and enhance image quality with this Mac app

  13-02-2026 14:19 via appleinsider.com
  Aiarty Image Enhancer makes it easy to enhance photo quality, restore old photos, reduce low-light noise, fix soft focus, upscale images, and bring back natural clarity.
  Fix blurry photos. Image source: Digiarty
  While iPhones and the Mac Photos app have been collecting your photos for years, those decades-old photo assets often fall short on modern 4K screens and large prints.Can you remedy old iPhone photos, low-light noisy shots, historical albums from early-2000s photo sharing sites, and soft
  
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• Aqara U400 review: UWB home key will be hard to beat

  13-02-2026 14:05 via appleinsider.com
  The newly launched Aqara U400 is the first — and so far only — smart lock with Ultra Wideband Home Key support, and after using it for the past month, I don't think I can go back.
  Aqara U400 review: The first UWB smart lock
  I firmly believe that smart locks are one of the best smart home devices you can add to your home. Not only do they offer unparalleled convenience of unlocking or locking your home from anywhere, but they also add peace of mind.If I get in the car to leave my hous
  
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• Siri delays, Health delays, and Apple Creator Studio limits on the AppleInsider Podcast

  13-02-2026 13:55 via appleinsider.com
  News that the improved Siri is delayed don't fully ring true, but tales of Apple Health+ being at least trimmed down do. Plus one in four smartphones is now an iPhone, and Apple Creator Studio continues to have surprises, all on the AppleInsider+ podcast.
  One in four smartphones in the world is now an iPhone, making it hard to call Apple an underdog
  Sometimes news can be too bad to be true. While there is a report that all of the key new Siri features have been delayed, it doesn't quite hold wat
  
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• iPhone 17e update may not be as fast as expected

  13-02-2026 13:15 via appleinsider.com
  Leaker Jon Prosser is back saying he is absolutely certain about all the same previous reports about the iPhone 17e, except perhaps that it will use a binned A19 processor.
  The current iPhone 16e
  Jon Prosser is currently being sued by Apple over his leaks, but continues to publish videos with claims of what is coming next for the iPhone. Most recently, he claimed that the iPhone 18 Pro will move the front-facing camera to the left — although sources say he misread a translation and this is
  
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• Who is Sabih Khan, Apple's Chief Operating Officer and potential CEO

  13-02-2026 13:09 via appleinsider.com
  Sabih Khan is the chief operating officer at Apple, but while he has been in the role for less than a year, his tenure at Apple has lasted for decades. Here's all you need to know about the guy in charge of Apple's operations.
  Apple COO Sabih Khan
  When it comes to Apple executives, Sabih Khan is probably one of the lesser-known personalities. While CEO Tim Cook is famous, as are other managerial members like Craig Federighi and predecessor Jeff Williams, Khan has been less prominent in the compa
  
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• YouTube's bare-minimum app for Apple Vision Pro is better than nothing -- hands on

  13-02-2026 04:40 via appleinsider.com
  There's a native YouTube app for Apple Vision Pro that's great for user-uploaded VR180 and 3D 360 content, but 2D video is better watched in Safari or third-party apps.
  YouTube has a native app on Apple Vision Pro
  When Apple Vision Pro launched in February 2024, there was a host of popular apps missing from it, including YouTube. While many apps still aren't on the platform or native, including Apple's, Google has finally brought its app to the platform.The app itself is straightforward and func
  
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• Third Optis jury trial results in a victory for Apple in the US

  13-02-2026 02:02 via appleinsider.com
  The patent troll Optis has been told by a US jury that Apple has not infringed on any of its LTE patents, ending the elongated dispute in the US until yet another appeal is made.
  Optis hoped to collect money for every iPhone sold
  The latest jury trial occurred after the US Court of Appeals threw out a verdict that would have had Apple paying Optis $300 million in damages. The case was then sent to a trial by jury where the jury members would be asked a single question about the five patents.Acco
  
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• Aqara U400 review: UWB home key will be hard to beat on other smart locks

  13-02-2026 02:01 via appleinsider.com
  The newly launched Aqara U400 is the first — and so far only — smart lock with Ultra Wideband Home Key support, and after using it for the past month, I don't think I can go back.
  Aqara U400 review: The first UWB smart lock
  I firmly believe that smart locks are one of the best smart home devices you can add to your home. Not only do they offer unparalleled convenience of unlocking or locking your home from anywhere, but they also add peace of mind.If I get in the car to leave my hous
  
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• Siri & Apple Intelligence upgrades still coming in 2026 in spite of rumors

  13-02-2026 01:28 via appleinsider.com
  A story suggesting Apple was having internal struggles and may delay anticipated new Siri features has been mildly countered with a statement from Apple — "on track to launch in 2026."
  Apple is still aiming for a 2026 release of its revamped AI
  A story based on anonymous tipsters claiming internal testing of the refreshed Siri wasn't going well surfaced Wednesday, sparking dramatic reactions from analysts and the stock market. It didn't help that at the same moment, Apple was being targete
  
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