• Faster, more flexible databases could be coming to FileMaker or iWork

    Despite owning FileMaker, Apple has never included a database app with iWork. Apple has now acquired Kuzu, Inc, a firm developing fast, flexible graph databases.
    Kuzo Explorer is a demonstration of a graph database where every point of data links to all related ones — image credit: Kuzu
    Apple has had the FileMaker database since the 1980s, but by being operated by an Apple subsidiary, it's always been kept at arms' length from the consumer iWork apps of Pages, Keynote, and Numbers. In comp
  • Apple didn't forget macOS Sonoma, macOS Sequoia & iOS 18 on patch day

    Updates to macOS Sonoma 14.8.4, macOS Sequoia 15.7.4, and iOS 18.7.5 are now available, extending security fixes to older Apple devices alongside the company's 26.3 releases.
    macOS Sequoia
    Apple released updates on February 11 along with macOS Tahoe 26.3, iOS 26.3, iPadOS 26.3, tvOS 26.3, watchOS 26.3, and visionOS 26.3. The security content pages for the older-branch releases show multiple CVE patches in shared system components.None of these pages mention that the vulnerabilities were actively
  • Greyhound sequel begins filming, shifting from Atlantic to Pacific

    Apple TV is moving ahead with its "Greyhound" follow-up, with Tom Hank's naval drama set to broaden its scope from a single Atlantic traverse, to both the D-Day landings and the Pacific theater.
    Greyhound sequel enters production in Australia
    The film, which doesn't have release date this time, is currently in production in Australia. Tom Hanks is penning the film and will return to reprise his role as United States Navy Commander Ernest Kraus.The sequel will expand beyond the Atlantic setting o
  • iPadOS 26.3 ships with new location privacy-limiting feature

    Apple's introduction of iPadOS 26.3 adds a new feature to limit how much location data a carrier can collect.
    iPadOS 26 - Image Credit: Apple
    The update to iPadOS 26.3 is here, closing the latest round of developer betas. The release is now available to download to iPads that support iPadOS 26.As usual for Apple's post-milestone releases, the number of changes to iPadOS isn't great compared to earlier updates. However, in this case, there a fairly important one for privacy.
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  • iOS 26.3 Is Rolling Out Right Now. Here's Everything New to Expect on Your iPhone

    Apple's latest update adds end-to-end encryption to RCS messaging, alongside a new Android transfer tool and other new minor tweaks.
  • macOS Tahoe 26.3 has no significant new features, but upgrade anyway

    Apple has publicly released macOS Tahoe 26.3 after weeks of beta testing, but while it will have performance and security updates, there are no user-facing new features.
    Apple has released macOS 26.3 as the new official version of macOS Tahoe
    The previous macOS 26.2 came with new features that were visible to users, such as urgent Reminders and the all new Edge Light illumination for video calls. It also gave M5 Mac users a giant machine-learning speed boost.This new macOS 26.3 is also optimized
  • visionOS 26.3 doesn't offer anything new, but it's here

    Apple keeps its operating systems in lock step with its point updates, so even if it might be just bug fixes and minor feature tweaks, visionOS 26.3 is here.
    Apple Vision Pro gets visionOS 26.3
    The OS 26.3 release is mostly focused on bug fixes and features found in iOS, so Apple Vision Pro users are getting a light update. It should be the last point update before Apple's big Apple Intelligence upgrade lands in the OS 26.4 release.The visionOS 26.3 update is here and it doesn't have any user-fa
  • tvOS 26.3 & homePodOS 26.3 now available to all

    After a shorter than normal beta testing period, Apple has just rolled out the update for the Apple TV and HomePod.
    Apple's bento box for tvOS 26
    As is often the case, tvOS 26.3 didn't come with any release notes. These kinds of updates, while they may seem small, are crucial for maintaining the smooth operation of the devices.The tvOS 26.3 and homePod OS 26.3 build numbers are both 23K620.
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  • iOS 26.3 arrives with a simpler way to transfer from iPhone to Android

    Apple has released iOS 26.3 to the public, with the changes including a simplified way to transfer to an Android device.
    Transfer to Android is now an option in iOS 26.3
    Following another beta testing cycle, Apple has released its update for iOS 26.3 to the public. The update follows after just one beta build was tested by Apple, with testers using the first build throughout the end-of-year holiday period.While iOS 26.2 brought many new features to the operating system, iOS 26.3 brings somewhat
  • You can now update your Apple Watch to watchOS 26.3

    Apple has just released watchOS 26.3, which means it's now officially time to update your Apple Watch.
    Apple Watch Series 11
    As expected, Apple hasn't provided any release notes with the update, suggesting that it's geared toward stability improvements and bug fixes. While Apple occasionally releases features with minor watchOS updates, typically its larger releases are where we see anything of note.The watchOS 26.3 update is build number 23S620.
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  • Mega Deal Zone: 1TB M4 Pro MacBook Pro laptops plunge to as low as $1,799

    B&H is blowing out M4 Pro MacBook Pro inventory during its Mega Deal Zone event, with savings of up to $400 off multiple models.
    Save $400 on M4 Pro MacBook Pro laptops during Mega Deal Zone.
    Now through Feb. 12, B&H is hosting a Mega Deal Zone savings event, with MacBook Pro and MacBook Air models up to $400 off.Save up to $400 during Mac Deal Zone
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  • Jerry Bruckheimer is working on a "F1: The Movie" sequel, but there are no guarantees

    In what is the least surprising headline you'll read today, Jerry Bruckheimer is working on a sequel to Apple TV's smash hit "F1." Reports claiming that this is absolute confirmation that it's coming are premature.
    Brad Pitt in "F1"
    Face it, there's going to be a sequel to "F1: The Movie." Eventually.Hollywood, and Apple like money, after all.
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  • Full satellite internet on iPhone may not be that far away

    Apple's satellite connectivity in future iPhone models will bring full 5G service almost everywhere you go. Here's how, and when it's expected.
    Messages via Satellite - Image Credit: Pixabay/Terry McGraw
    The iPhone has some built-in features allowing it to be used in a signal black spot, especially in an emergency. While the features, such as Emergency SOS Via Satellite, are limited in what they can currently do, a rumored connectivity change could make it even more useful to users.According to
  • How to bring back macOS Launchpad with this neat command-line tool

    Apple power users on macOS Tahoe are deliberately undoing parts of Apple's latest interface overhaul in order to remove the Liquid Glass design.
    Bring back Launchpad to macOS Tahoe
    There's an unofficial workaround that brings back the classic Launchpad app grid and reduces Liquid Glass's heavy translucency. The tool allows users to enjoy macOS Tahoe's performance and feature updates without fully embracing its new visual style.Liquid Glass looks polished in screenshots and marketing videos, with
  • 600 companies in Japan want the Epic treatment -- a free ride in Apple's ecosystem

    Apple set up alternative app stores and external payments in Japan similar to how it is being handled in the EU, but developers say it has "no economic incentive" and want to pay nothing to Apple.
    iOS in Japan has been opened up to alternative app stores, but there's a problem
    An ongoing snafu between Apple, Epic, and Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers has led to an injunction forcing Apple to allow external payments without collecting a commission. While that is being appealed in the US, developers i
  • Discord age verification not a requirement for every user, but still bad

    Discord is relying on algorithmic data analysis and third-party vendors to handle age verification, but it has clarified that not everyone will be met with explicit age checks.
    Everyone is treated as a child on Discord until they try to access adult content
    The latest update from Discord's safety team seems to be a big step back from its earlier promise, though not much has actually changed. The controversial move will have everyone's account set to teen by default, and while some will need to d
  • Find My outage & iCloud issues hit users once again Tuesday evening

    Users may be encountered issues with iCloud services, Photos sync, or an outright outage with Find My on Tuesday, now resolved.
    Another services outage has affected users
    Everything you do on an iPhone touches some kind of service, which can experience an outage from time to time. If you noticed that a file just won't sync, or you can't see your friend's location, it's usually because of an ongoing issue.According to Apple's System Status page, various iCloud services began facing issues around
  • Find My outage & iCloud issues hit users once again

    Apple has acknowledged that users may be encountering issues with iCloud services, Photos sync, or an outright outage with Find My on Tuesday afternoon.
    Another services outage has affected users
    Everything you do on an iPhone touches some kind of service, which can experience an outage from time to time. If you noticed that a file just won't sync, or you can't see your friend's location, it's because of an ongoing issue.According to Apple's System Status page, various iCloud services began faci
  • CrossOver 26 update adds compatibility for blockbuster 'Expedition 33' and 'HellDivers 2'

    The newly updated CrossOver 26 for macOS Tahoe updates WINE, bringing the award-winning "Clair Obscur: Expedition 33," "HellDivers 2," and many more to Mac gamers.
    CrossOver 26 now available for Mac
    CrossOver is a Windows compatibility layer for macOS and Linux, designed to enable Mac users to run both productivity applications and games. According to the devs, this version includes Wine 11, which by itself brings over 6,000 changes for better game and application compatibility.It also includes
  • 2025 sales surge means one in four smartphones on Earth is an iPhone

    It was a good year for smartphone sales, but Apple in particular took home all of the accolades with its iPhone 16 and iPhone 17 series performing so well across 2025.
    iPhone 17 demand helped drive iPhone sales in 2025
    The charts keep moving in an upward direction with the Q1 2026 earnings showing a record $143.8 billion in revenue. That was primarily driven by iPhone demand, which was high in spite of pundits' arguments about Apple's place in the AI race.According to a report from Counterpoint
  • Bernstein's $340 Apple target bets on Services instead of hardware growth

    Based mostly on Services growth prospects, Bernstein analyst raised his Apple price target to $340 from $325, while maintaining an Outperform rating.Analysts raise their price target for AAPL
    Toni Sacconaghi mentioned that there's now better insight into Apple's long-term earnings potential. Apple has seen growth in services and ongoing capital returns, as highlighted in a recent research summary.Bernstein's revised target reflects confidence in Apple's ability to generate steady cash flow even
  • iPhone 18 Pro prices should stay static as Apple cuts production costs

    Another analyst has jumped on the bandwagon believing Apple won't be increasing the cost of the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, with pricing expected to be the same despite intense memory pressures.
    iPhone 17 Pro, which the iPhone 18 Pro should look like this fall
    The tech industry's current memory problem of rising prices, caused in part by the increase in AI infrastructure, is creating a problem for manufacturers of consumer devices. However, Apple seems to be insulated from the industry's woes of
  • Under-screen Touch ID may not just be for iPhone

    Instead of a Home or a side-button, Apple is researching how best to implement under-screen fingerprint sensors, not just for mobile devices like iPhone Fold and iPad, but potentially also the Mac.
    Under-display Touch ID could come to future iPhones — or Macs.
    The expected iPhone Fold has been said to be too thin for Face ID, so it must use Touch ID. Despite some claims of it getting Touch ID sensor under the screen, most reports predict it will be part of the side button, as was introduce
  • Flash deal: Save $300 on Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air with 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD

    B&H's Mega Deal Zone event is going on now, with a standout $300 discount on Apple's current 15-inch MacBook Air with 32GB of RAM and 1TB of storage.
    Save $300 on Apple's M4 MacBook Air with 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD - Image credit: Apple
    The flash Deal Zone at B&H offers savings on monitors, external storage, and Apple products — with a standout deal being this $300 discount on a loaded M4 15-inch MacBook Air in Sky Blue.Save $300 on 15" MacBook Air 32GB, 1TB
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  • London's Apple Regent Street to reopen on Valentine's Day

    Apple has announced that its central London store refurbishment will be completed and Apple Regent Street is to reopen on Valentine's Day.
    Apple Regent Street | Image Credit: Apple
    In early January 2025, Apple announced that its Regent Street site was to be closed for unspecified refurbishment. It was part of Apple's plans to remodel or open around 50 stores worldwide by 2027.Apple did say that the closure, which began at 6:00 PM GMT on January 11,was temporary. It didn't give a reopening date a
  • 'Oceanhorn 3' leads March updates coming to Apple Arcade

    Apple Arcade is adding a major new original in March, alongside several family-friendly releases and themed updates to existing games. Here's what's coming.
    Oceanhorn 3: Legend of the Shadow Sea
    Apple confirmed that Oceanhorn 3: Legend of the Shadow Sea will debut on Apple Arcade on March 5, headlining a month that also includes new App Store greats and crossover updates. The additions continue Apple Arcade's push to pad out its catalog with platform-agnostic games that avoid ads and in-app purc
  • Cosmic Orange iPhone 17 Pro really helped China sales

    Apple's resurgence in China after a three-year slump was supposedly helped by a color, with the iPhone 17 Pro's bright orange option compared to the hue of luxury brand Hermes.
    Cosmic Orange iPhone 17 Pro Max
    During Apple's blockbuster Q1 2026 results, revenue from China reversed a three-year slump in sales, increasing 38% year over year. If analysts are to be believed, it may have had something to do with Apple's color selection.Prominently featured in marketing, the Cosmic Orange colorway for
  • UK gets Apple and Google to agree to easy App Store changes

    The UK's Competition and Markets Authority has extracted promises from Apple and Google over their App Stores, really just bringing over the same features already in place in Europe.
    UK Parliament - image credit: Parliament
    While the UK is no longer part of the European Union, its regulators have been slowly copying the EU's initiatives regarding Big Tech. In October 2025, for instance, the UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) designated Apple and Google as having "strategic market statu
  • Spotlight got a huge upgrade in macOS Tahoe, here's how to use it

    Apple's Spotlight feature has been around for a long time, but with macOS Tahoe, it enjoyed its biggest update in years. Here's how to make the most of its powerful new features.
    Spotlight has had a revamp with macOS Tahoe
    Spotlight, never further than a keyboard shortcut away, has long been a quick and easy way to open apps and find files. But some Mac users chose to use more capable alternatives like Alfred and Raycast.Yet now with macOS Tahoe, Spotlight offers many of the same power user feat
  • A new Apple Watch app for Rivian electric vehicles is in the works

    A dedicated Apple Watch application from automaker Rivian is set to enable vehicle locking, unlocking, window adjustment, and much more, even on cars from 2021.
    Rivian is set to launch a dedicated Apple Watch app.
    Apple's Car Key feature has let iPhone and Apple Watch ownersunlock and start their cars using mobile devices since 2020. The capability is built into iOS and is supported by more than 30 car companies, including Cadillac and other GM brands.However, certain car manufacturers, like Tes

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