https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/en-auCopyright (C) 2026 newslocker.comFri, 23 Oct 2026 16:49:00 +0200 Get iPhone Duo from T-Mobile for $1,000 off and nothing due today.
The iPhone Duo is Apple's most exciting smartphone in years, but it will also cost a pretty penny no matter how you choose to pay for it. Luckily, when you switch to T-Mobile, you'll get that foldable at a steep dis]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/score-1000-off-iphone-duo-amp-pay-0-out-of-pocket-when-joining-t-mobile/Fri, 23 Oct 2026 16:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/score-1000-off-iphone-duo-amp-pay-0-out-of-pocket-when-joining-t-mobile/ Image Credit: CBS Austin
Crowds flocked around Apple Stores worldwide as the iPhone Duo went on sale. As is tradition, Apple's CEO opened the doors at one of the stores.This time, though, it wasn't Tim Cook, nor was it in New York City. It was John Ternus, who took over as Apple CEO in September.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/john-ternus-welcomes-iphone-duo-line-at-austin-apple-store/Fri, 23 Oct 2026 16:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/john-ternus-welcomes-iphone-duo-line-at-austin-apple-store/ It's incredibly well done. Even the click wheel makes the right sound - image credit: Apple.
On October 23, 2026, the iPhone Duo shipped, but 25 years earlier, to the day, Steve Jobs announced the iPod. It's been a remarkable road from one device to the other, but even as the spotlight is on the iPhone Duo, Apple has launched an almost fully working virtual iPod."Launched" is poss]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-music-has-hidden-a-classic-amp-interactive-ipod-online/Fri, 23 Oct 2026 16:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-music-has-hidden-a-classic-amp-interactive-ipod-online/ You know if you want an iPhone Duo, but it may be harder to decide where a HomeView fits into your life.
It's the old Mr Micawber idea: iPhone Duo worked, result happiness. iPhone Duo pre-order pushed back to 2027, result misery.As this podcast was recorded one of yo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-homeview-and-the-ai-lunatic-fringe-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 23 Oct 2026 14:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-homeview-and-the-ai-lunatic-fringe-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/ Holding the new iPhone Duo
There are a lot of ways Apple could have approached the first folding iPhone. I've tested a lot of the other popular folding smartphones and while I loved the idea, none had me sold.While I was debating if I should switch to the iPhone Duo, I had hesitation. My concerns weren't aboutthe crease or battery life.
Co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/testing-iphone-duo-apple-nearly-solved-my-biggest-concerns/Fri, 23 Oct 2026 14:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/testing-iphone-duo-apple-nearly-solved-my-biggest-concerns/ Your first instinct may be to retrace the day and check under car seats, behind couch cushions, or anywhere you recently used your iPhone. Do that, but secure the missing iPhone immediately while you search so a simple loss doesn't turn into stolen access to your accounts.The hardware is replace]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-to-do-about-a-lost-or-stolen-iphone-before-it-becomes-a-bigger-mess/Fri, 23 Oct 2026 13:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-to-do-about-a-lost-or-stolen-iphone-before-it-becomes-a-bigger-mess/ How Apple advertised the first-ever iPod - image credit: Apple.
It surprised the world that Apple, of all companies, was the one to produce a hit music player when so many others had failed. But then it absolutely shocked the world when Apple itself killed it off.In retrospect, the iPod was a light bulb product. Suddenly it was switched on and it was everywh]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ipod-changed-the-world-a-quarter-of-a-century-ago/Fri, 23 Oct 2026 13:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ipod-changed-the-world-a-quarter-of-a-century-ago/ As well as pre-orders arriving, Apple Stores have added display models.
Apple opened preorders for the iPhone Duo on October 16 ahead of its October 23 release date. It didn't take long for release dates to slip and eventually stabilize in mid-January.Deliveries typically begin in Australia and New Zealand, then Asia, Europe, and North America. Apple Stores generally open at 8:00 AM local t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-iphone-duo-finally-makes-its-way-into-customers-hands/Fri, 23 Oct 2026 11:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-iphone-duo-finally-makes-its-way-into-customers-hands/ 'Servant' is a dramatic thriller series on Apple TV
A lawsuit brought on by filmmaker Francesca Gregorini in January 2020 accused the creators of Servant of plagiarizing her film. The case was initially dismissed, but was then brought back to trial by jury, which ruled in favor of Apple.G]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/appeals-court-upholds-apple-tvs-servant-plagiarism-lawsuit-win/Fri, 23 Oct 2026 03:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/appeals-court-upholds-apple-tvs-servant-plagiarism-lawsuit-win/ More AI features added to Pages, Keynote, and Numbers
On Thursday, Apple updated its iWork trio of apps: the word processor Pages, the presentation app Keynote, and the spreadsheet app Numbers. The update added support for the iPhone Duo, set to reach customers starting October 23.According to Apple, there's also a new Interchange Format (.keyx). Because the form]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/intelligent-assistant-added-to-iwork-apps-for-creative-studio-subscribers/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/intelligent-assistant-added-to-iwork-apps-for-creative-studio-subscribers/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/offer-your-subscriptions-to-businesses-and-schools/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/offer-your-subscriptions-to-businesses-and-schools/ Save up to 60% on Magic Keyboards at Woot.Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-up-to-60-on-ipad-magic-keyboards/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-up-to-60-on-ipad-magic-keyboards/ PHP2Shell refers to two critical vulnerabilities in PHP, a scripting language used by web servers and some NAS services. The flaws, tracked as CVE-2026-109618 and CVE-2026-109619, could allow attackers to execute code on affected servers without logging in.The PHP development team released security u]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/critical-php-vulnerabilities-threaten-your-nas-not-every-vendor-has-a-fix/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/critical-php-vulnerabilities-threaten-your-nas-not-every-vendor-has-a-fix/ HTX Studio used a CT scan and then built a 3D model of the iPhone Duo hinge to examine it - image credit: HTX Studio.
One of the surprises at the iPhone Duo launch was how it wasn't just built to either be fully open or fully closed. Instead, Apple has built it to offer different functions at many different angles.According to testing done by HTX Studio on YouTube, iPhone D]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/inside-the-iphone-duos-groundbreaking-hinges-innovations/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 17:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/inside-the-iphone-duos-groundbreaking-hinges-innovations/ Image credit: Lexus C (@LChenlz) on X
People are already lining up at Apple Stores across the globe, hoping for a chance at getting an iPhone Duo. Unfortunately, limited stock means many hopeful buyers will not be leaving with a new device.Apple never shares firm production numbers, especially before a product is released. However, Apple has said there wi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-buyers-line-up-days-early-despite-high-chance-of-heartbreak/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-buyers-line-up-days-early-despite-high-chance-of-heartbreak/ Save $570 on Apple's 16-inch MacBook Pro - Image credit: Apple
Amazon is clearing out MacBook Pro inventory ahead of next week's Apple Event, and today's $570 discount on the standard M5 Pro 16-inch configuration is a top pick from the sale.Buy 16" MacBook Pro for $2,429
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-macbook-pro-blowout-continues-with-2429-16-inch-deal/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-macbook-pro-blowout-continues-with-2429-16-inch-deal/ Apple is championing apps that have been updated for the iPhone Duo but there are so many more that have yet to be.
Greg Joswiak has said he's proud of how well Apple managed to keep the iPhone Duo secret, and that did lead to there being so many surprises when it was announced. But it also meant that for the giant majority of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apps-will-be-iphone-duos-achilles-heel-for-now-no-matter-what-apple-claims/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apps-will-be-iphone-duos-achilles-heel-for-now-no-matter-what-apple-claims/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/formula-1-apple-tv-streaming-returns-to-us-with-dolby-atmos-on-friday/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/formula-1-apple-tv-streaming-returns-to-us-with-dolby-atmos-on-friday/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/one-particular-windows-arm-laptop-can-be-made-into-a-hackintosh/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/one-particular-windows-arm-laptop-can-be-made-into-a-hackintosh/ Being able to open to different degrees requires a hinge design that is complex to manufacture in volume.
Apple has called the demand for the iPhone Duo "extraordinary," and vowed to do all it could to fulfil orders quickly. Unsurprisingly, then, Digitimes is reporting that Apple has increased its order f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/more-iphone-duo-parts-ordered-does-not-mean-an-increase-in-shipments/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/more-iphone-duo-parts-ordered-does-not-mean-an-increase-in-shipments/ Apple Vision Pro review: one year into M5 and there's not much to say
I'm writing this review with ten Safari tabs open in a carousel, Drafts below, Music in a mini player on my right, and various social apps behind me. The Apple Vision Pro with M5 isn't showing signs of strain, and that's even with visionOS 27 running as I write some portio]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-vision-pro-with-m5-review-one-year-later-signs-of-life-in-a-platform-on-hold/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-vision-pro-with-m5-review-one-year-later-signs-of-life-in-a-platform-on-hold/ Future iPhone Duo models may add under-display Face ID to the front screen.
While the first iPhone Duo appears to be something of a hit, it is lacking the key Face ID feature from other iPhones. It would be startling if Apple weren't working to add this, but according to Bloomberg, it's coming.Specifically, it will come as soon as the next generation of the iPhone]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-2-will-have-under-display-face-id/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-2-will-have-under-display-face-id/ Australia wants Apple to allow alternative app stores
Apple is facing antitrust lawsuits and similar battles around the world. The EU has forced a lot of change to the Apple App Store thanks to the Digital Markets Act, and it seems the Australian government wants similar action through a single piece of legislation.A]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/australia-demands-apple-make-dma-like-changes-to-app-store-by-march-2027/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/australia-demands-apple-make-dma-like-changes-to-app-store-by-march-2027/ DOJ's antitrust lawsuit against Apple hits another wall
Apple is being sued by the United States Department of Justice on antitrust grounds, though every charge has been rendered moot in the two years since the case began. In a last-ditch effort, the DOJ is seeking more documents from Apple]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-amp-doj-antitrust-suit-reaches-impasse-over-document-collection/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-amp-doj-antitrust-suit-reaches-impasse-over-document-collection/ Early iPhone Duo reviews have shed more light on some obscure features exclusive to the foldable.
On September 9, Apple officially entered the folding smartphone market with its iPhone Duo. While customers won't be able to get their hands on one until October 23, select reviewers have already]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/there-are-features-in-iphone-duo-that-apple-didnt-talk-about/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 21:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/there-are-features-in-iphone-duo-that-apple-didnt-talk-about/ Early iPhone Duo reviews have shed more light on some obscure features exclusive to the foldable.
On September 9, Apple officially entered the folding smartphone market with its iPhone Duo. While customers won't be able to get their hands on one until October 23, select reviewers have already shared their thoughts on Apple's first fo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-to-offer-edge-light-smart-take-horizontal-reachability-more/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 21:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-to-offer-edge-light-smart-take-horizontal-reachability-more/ Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg
The ruling follows September's guilty finding after a two-week trial. Ultimately, the court ruled that Meta was responsible for 43 million violations of New Mexico's consumer privacy laws.Each charge carried a penalty of up to $5000, leading to the record-breaking sum.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/meta-hit-with-25-billion-penalty-for-lying-to-users-about-privacy/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/meta-hit-with-25-billion-penalty-for-lying-to-users-about-privacy/ Save up to $100 on Thunderbolt docks for Mac today.
Amazon's Thunderbolt dock sale includes several Thunderbolt 5 options from leading brands like Hyper, iVANKY, and Anker.The HyperDrive Next Thunderbolt 5 dock, which is marked down to $299.99 after a $100 discount, is priced at a 90-day low. Several of the deals below end today, so yo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/flash-deals-save-up-to-100-on-thunderbolt-docks-for-mac/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/flash-deals-save-up-to-100-on-thunderbolt-docks-for-mac/ Gemini debuts on CarPlay
Starting Wednesday, Google Maps users can access Gemini within CarPlay. This lets drivers and passengers ask Gemini questions using natural language.For example, a driver can ask what the weather will be like at their destination when they arrive. They can also ask multi-step questions, such as where to stop for sightseeing and where to eat or get gas along the way.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider |]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/google-maps-now-lets-you-ask-gemini-for-help-on-the-road-with-carplay/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/google-maps-now-lets-you-ask-gemini-for-help-on-the-road-with-carplay/ Detail from Apple's video about its rebranding of Apple Music - image credit: Apple.
First Apple remade its Apple Music logo into a more chunky design, then it unveiled a new visual identity at the opening of its Apple Music Hall in Battersea, London. Now in a new video, Apple has revealed how months of work went into the design."For the rebrand]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-musics-gorgeous-rebrand-leans-on-liquid-glass/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-musics-gorgeous-rebrand-leans-on-liquid-glass/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-pencil-support-arrives-on-iphone-duo-with-ios-272/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-pencil-support-arrives-on-iphone-duo-with-ios-272/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-project-will-help-your-old-intel-mac-stay-on-monterey/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-project-will-help-your-old-intel-mac-stay-on-monterey/ Save $50 on AirPods Pro 3 in today's sale.
Amazon has marked AirPods Pro 3 down to $199, reflecting a $50 discount off MSRP.Buy AirPods Pro 3 for $199
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-drops-airpods-pro-3-to-199-slashes-100-off-airpods-max-2/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-drops-airpods-pro-3-to-199-slashes-100-off-airpods-max-2/ Apple announced the iPhone Duo on September 9, and now it appears there will be at least some stocks in stores on October 23.
First there was the incredibly fast selling out of the iPhone Duo during pre-orders, then there was Apple reportedly refusing to comment on in-store availability. But now an Apple spokesperson has said in a qu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/there-will-be-extremely-limited-iphone-duo-stock-in-store-on-friday/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 16:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/there-will-be-extremely-limited-iphone-duo-stock-in-store-on-friday/ Apple and others have to deal with many online threats, both severe and idiotic.Security certificates (SSL/TLS) are used to keep Internet users secure, thanks to using encryption to secure traffic and to verify domain ownership. However, a collection of certificates from one authority has been pulled from use after security researchers]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-blocks-bafflingly-weak-security-certificates-on-iphone/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 15:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-blocks-bafflingly-weak-security-certificates-on-iphone/ John Ternus is still focused on design
John Ternus may be Apple's new CEO but he's not letting his new role interrupt his passion for industrial design. He emphasized that Apple had been working towards iPhone Duo for over 15 years in a previous interview.A video version of that interview with Time was shared Tuesday with m]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-ceo-john-ternus-says-whimsical-design-still-means-everything/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 14:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-ceo-john-ternus-says-whimsical-design-still-means-everything/ Scammers are sending money over Apple Cash and then asking for it to be refunded.
You almost have to give scammers credit for ingenuity. Someone figured out how to profit from sending a stranger an iPhone, and now someone has found a way to manipulate Apple Cash users.As happened to a Reddit user, the first thing is that yo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-return-an-unexpected-apple-cash-payment-its-a-scam/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 14:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-return-an-unexpected-apple-cash-payment-its-a-scam/ iPhone Duo, partially opened.The launch of the iPhone Duo has been a good one for Apple, with preorders selling out mere moments after they opened up on October 16. While many face long wait times and some confusion, deliveries for the lucky early buyers will start from October 23.Of course, reviewers for tech publications and influencers h]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-review-roundup-mostly-positive-opinions-unfold/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 14:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-review-roundup-mostly-positive-opinions-unfold/ Websites may go down for a few days because of a nasty PHP vulnerability.Over the next couple of days, there will be more complaints about websites being down than usual. It's not just you, but the effects of the Internet relying on PHP and something going horrifically wrong.The developers behind PHP, a web programming language, have said they will release a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-php-vulnerability-means-the-internet-will-have-a-very-rough-couple-of-days/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 13:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-php-vulnerability-means-the-internet-will-have-a-very-rough-couple-of-days/ Foxconn has bought two back-to-back sites in Santa Clara, including this one on 3001 Stender Way - image credit: Apple Maps.
Santa Clara is a popular area for technology firms to buy or lease office space, including Nvidia. Even Apple, based just six miles away at Apple Park, has spent over $1.1 billion on space there. Now acco]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/foxconn-expands-santa-clara-operation-for-ai-hardware/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 13:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/foxconn-expands-santa-clara-operation-for-ai-hardware/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-arcade-gets-packed-with-sports-game-updates-in-november/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 13:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-arcade-gets-packed-with-sports-game-updates-in-november/ Unboxing the iPhone Duo - image credit: Kingmi Mobile
The first reviews of the iPhone Duo are expected shortly, although they may just prove tantalizing given how hard it is to buy one. But a series of three linked unboxing videos have surfaced, showing both the Star White and Night Sky color versions.Subscribe to AppleInsider on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-iphone-duo-unboxing-videos-surface-ahead-of-official-reviews/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 12:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-iphone-duo-unboxing-videos-surface-ahead-of-official-reviews/ John Ternus is still focused on design
John Ternus may be Apple's new CEO but he's not letting his new role interrupt his passion for industrial design. He emphasized that Apple had been working towards iPhone Duo for over 15 years in a previous interview.A video version of that interview with Time was shared Tuesday with m]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-ceo-john-ternus-says-design-still-means-everything-amp-includes-whimsy/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 23:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-ceo-john-ternus-says-design-still-means-everything-amp-includes-whimsy/ John Ternus is still focused on design
John Ternus may be Apple's new CEO but he's not letting his new role interrupt his passion for industrial design. He emphasized that Apple had been working towards iPhone Duo for over 15 years in a previous interview.A video version of that interview with Time was shared Tuesday with m]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-ceo-john-ternus-says-design-still-means-everything-amp-includes-whimsey/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 23:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-ceo-john-ternus-says-design-still-means-everything-amp-includes-whimsey/ Bluesound's audio range now supports Apple Music streaming. Image Credit: Bluesound
Multi-room audio company Bluesound is rolling out an update to BluOS, the software controlling its device range. The update adds support for Apple Music, bringing it to the company's wireless speakers, stereo components, and soundbars.The update not onl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/premium-audio-hardware-vendor-bluesound-adds-native-apple-music-streaming/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/premium-audio-hardware-vendor-bluesound-adds-native-apple-music-streaming/ Save $300 on a 1TB iPad Pro.Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/owc-has-1tb-m5-ipad-pros-on-sale-for-1499-300-off/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/owc-has-1tb-m5-ipad-pros-on-sale-for-1499-300-off/ The fully local mode launched October 20 for Perplexity Pro, Max, and Enterprise subscribers. The release builds on April's Personal Computer launch and September's Hybrid Compute update. Personal Computer brought AI automation to native Mac apps, while Hybrid Compute paired local processing with cloud-based reasoning.Users can now choose to k]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/perplexity-computer-can-run-completely-local-on-mac-with-a-big-caveat/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/perplexity-computer-can-run-completely-local-on-mac-with-a-big-caveat/ PS VR2 controllers with an Apple Vision Pro
The sale of patents between companies isn't a new phenomenon, but sometimes they have unintended side effects. In the case of patent transfers from Sony to Meta, it's a move that will impact Apple down the road.In early October, as first reported by ZD Net Korea and translated by Road to VR, Sony sol]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sonys-xr-patent-sale-to-meta-is-a-problem-for-apple-vision-pro-gaming/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sonys-xr-patent-sale-to-meta-is-a-problem-for-apple-vision-pro-gaming/ Apple's HomeView.
HomeView is Apple's new $299 home hub device, and it was long rumored to be ready but waiting for Siri AI. Now that both that and the hardware are out, Apple has been stressing just how significant Siri AI is."With the magic of Siri AI, [HomeView] comes together in a way that we haven't been able to deliver before," Kaiann Drance, vice pres]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/simplicity-and-siri-ai-are-the-homeviews-killer-features-says-apple/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/simplicity-and-siri-ai-are-the-homeviews-killer-features-says-apple/ iPadOS 27 AirPlay change exposes private windows
AirPlay in iPadOS 27 now shows the entire iPad screen when presenters switch apps, potentially revealing private notes. This replaces the presentation on the external display with windows the presenter may not intend to share.The behavior occurs with multiple windows open, whether or not Stage Ma]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ipados-27-breaks-the-ability-to-keep-a-presentation-on-screen-while-using-other-apps/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ipados-27-breaks-the-ability-to-keep-a-presentation-on-screen-while-using-other-apps/ Deeper discounts have hit Apple's M5 MacBook Air - Image credit: Apple
October MacBook Air deals are in effect at Amazon, bringing the M5 13-inch model with 16GB of memory and 512GB of storage down to $1,149. This is the lowest price we've seen on the standard configuration this month.Buy MacBook Air for $1,149
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-m5-macbook-air-falls-to-1149-during-amazons-latest-sale/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-m5-macbook-air-falls-to-1149-during-amazons-latest-sale/ A selection of tools from Apple's Self Service Repair Program
While most owners of Apple hardware would turn to an Apple Store or a repair shop to fix problems, some want to do it themselves. The Self Service Repair Program allows intrepid users to do just that, and now it supports Apple's newer hardware.The Self Service]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/repair-parts-for-iphone-18-pro-m6-mac-mini-mac-studio-are-now-available/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/repair-parts-for-iphone-18-pro-m6-mac-mini-mac-studio-are-now-available/ Analyst Ananda Baruah lowered Apple's rating from Buy to Hold and cut its price target from $370 to $330. Loop initially attributed lower production plans to memory and processor shortages.Loop initially expected Apple to recover many of the lost shipments in 2027, but sup]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/loop-capital-cuts-aapl-target-to-330-over-complicated-2026-2027-iphone-cycle/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/loop-capital-cuts-aapl-target-to-330-over-complicated-2026-2027-iphone-cycle/ The new Plugable USBC-6IN1 costs $39.99, while the USBC-8IN1E costs $59.99. Both hubs support a single external display at up to 4K 144Hz or 8K 30Hz through HDMI 2.1.They also offer USB-C pass-through charging and don't require drivers on macOS, Windows, or ChromeOS. Previou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/theres-4k-144hz-hdmi-support-in-these-new-usb-c-hubs-for-as-little-as-3999/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/theres-4k-144hz-hdmi-support-in-these-new-usb-c-hubs-for-as-little-as-3999/ Rolls of titanium at the Peeryman Company in Pennsylvania - image credit: Apple.
Apple's American Manufacturing Program (AMP) has already seen the company investing in firms across the country. One of those has been Qnity Electronics, and now Apple has announced that it is extending its partnership with this Delaware-based firm.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-camera-and-titanium-chassis-manufacturing-expands-in-us/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-camera-and-titanium-chassis-manufacturing-expands-in-us/ Safari has a lot of tracking-prevention measures to protect a user's privacy.Maintaining user privacy has been a core tenet of Apple's design philosophy for a very long time. While web surfing is one of the more challenging things to keep users anonymized while doing, Apple has worked on ways to t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-new-cross-site-tracking-blocks-in-safari-protect-a-users-identity/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-new-cross-site-tracking-blocks-in-safari-protect-a-users-identity/ Tap to Vipps is an example of how EU firms have created Apple Wallet alternatives, which the UK now wants - image credit: Vipps MobilePay
Following both the UK's 2024 investigation into digital wallets, and Apple's agreement to open NFC access in Europe, the country's Competition and Markets]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/eu-iphone-nfc-concessions-dont-go-far-enough-says-uk/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/eu-iphone-nfc-concessions-dont-go-far-enough-says-uk/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/google-outage-hitting-eu-uk-hard/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/google-outage-hitting-eu-uk-hard/ Taction already won, but it wants more
Even as Apple challenges the $5.7 billion verdict set by a jury in the Taction patent case, the company hopes to squeeze out more. A jury ruled that Apple violated two patents, though not willingly, and Apple denied any wrongdoing.According to a report from Reuters, Taction has asked a federal]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/taction-won-record-breaking-57-billion-verdict-against-apple-asks-for-more/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 06:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/taction-won-record-breaking-57-billion-verdict-against-apple-asks-for-more/ Apple still doesn't quite get what gamers want
If you've been following Apple long enough, you've heard this one before — Apple is finally serious about gaming. That's the mantra we've heard time and again from various product releases and Apple executives, but beyond financial success, it's hard to believe.An intervie]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-still-doesnt-understand-gamers-in-spite-of-iphone-being-a-gaming-powerhouse/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-still-doesnt-understand-gamers-in-spite-of-iphone-being-a-gaming-powerhouse/ HomePod mini 2 has a Sound Glow feature that shows colors and beats with the music
On October 13, as part of its "Welcome Home" event, Apple's streaming box and smallest smart speaker received meaningful hardware upgrades. A new surround sound option is also available when you pair the latest Apple TV 4K with four HomePod mini]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/homepod-mini-2s-sound-glow-feature-is-coming-to-other-homepod-models/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 23:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/homepod-mini-2s-sound-glow-feature-is-coming-to-other-homepod-models/ Image credit: Design Miami/Paris (left) Apple (right)
Apple's second Designers of Tomorrow showcase brings four emerging design practices to Design Miami Paris. This year's Design for Presence theme explores how physical objects encourage attention, reflection, and interaction.Curator Rodman Primack heads the exhibition, which Wallpaper* previewed ahead of its opening. Parti]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-latest-design-showcase-explores-how-furniture-can-inspire-us-to-stay-present/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 21:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-latest-design-showcase-explores-how-furniture-can-inspire-us-to-stay-present/ iOS 27 on an iPhone
The first release candidates for iOS 27.2, iPadOS 27.2, macOS 27.2 Golden Gate, watchOS 27.2, tvOS 27.2, visionOS 27.2, and HomePod Software 27.2 have surfaced, following four developer beta cycles, three for tvOS 27.2 and HomePod Software 27.2.While a release candidate or RC version means the update is practically at the state it will be di]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/release-candidates-of-ios-272-macos-272-land-as-public-version-nears/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/release-candidates-of-ios-272-macos-272-land-as-public-version-nears/ A second October event is expected soon
Fall has been unusually busy for Apple in 2026. After surprise Mac launches in late August and the usual September iPhone event, it's also launched smart home products in October.But it's far from done. There's still more for it to launch.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/oled-ipad-mini-and-touchscreen-macbook-pro-what-to-expect-from-pro-and-tell/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/oled-ipad-mini-and-touchscreen-macbook-pro-what-to-expect-from-pro-and-tell/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/finally-skyrim-the-elder-scrolls-v-can-run-on-mac/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/finally-skyrim-the-elder-scrolls-v-can-run-on-mac/ Save $900 on Apple's 16-inch MacBook Pro - Image credit: Apple
Amazon is starting the week strong with a $900 price drop on Apple's high-end 16-inch MacBook Pro with an M5 Max chip. This laptop has an 18-core CPU and 32-core GPU, along with 36GB of unified memory and a spacious 2TB SSD. After debuting the discount on the Silver finish in late September, Amazon has now applied it to the popul]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-900-on-apples-m5-max-16-inch-macbook-pro-while-supplies-last/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-900-on-apples-m5-max-16-inch-macbook-pro-while-supplies-last/ 'Ted Lasso' season four cast - image credit: Apple TV
It took three years for Apple to revive "Ted Lasso," and that was despite then-CEO Tim Cook himself wanting more. Now with the fourth season finished, Jason Sudeikis has said he hopes for more.Speaking on the podcast "Talk Easy with Sam Frogoso," Sudeikis said that the idea of reviving the show]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/jason-sudeikis-holds-out-hope-for-more-ted-lasso/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/jason-sudeikis-holds-out-hope-for-more-ted-lasso/ iPhone Duo
Just like other popular Apple products, preorders for the iPhone Duo sold out within moments of opening. It only took a short while for consumers to see delivery dates go further into the future, before stabilizing to late January.The high demand means there's no chance of simply walking into an Apple Store and buying one on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/check-your-iphone-duo-shipment-date-it-may-have-moved-up/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/check-your-iphone-duo-shipment-date-it-may-have-moved-up/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/finally-skyrim-v-the-elder-scrolls-can-run-on-mac/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/finally-skyrim-v-the-elder-scrolls-can-run-on-mac/ Apple's iPhone Duo.
Initial rumors claimed that the iPhone Duo would have the largest battery capacity of any iPhone ever made. Then real-world tests showed it performs practically the same as the iPhone 18 Pro, but now the figures are out.As reported by Apple in its EU Energy Labels regulatory filing, the iPhone Duo's battery capacity is 4]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-battery-capacity-lands-in-between-iphone-18-pro-amp-pro-max/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-battery-capacity-lands-in-between-iphone-18-pro-amp-pro-max/ Apple HomeView [left] vs Amazon Echo Show 8 [right]
Apple's long-rumored smart home refresh was more than just the expected updates to the Apple TV and HomePod mini. Consumers had a new device to consider adding to their abode.The HomeView is Apple's first foray into smart home displays, as part of it]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-homeview-vs-amazon-echo-show-8-smart-home-screens-compared/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-homeview-vs-amazon-echo-show-8-smart-home-screens-compared/ Apple Fifth Avenue - image credit: Apple.
Apple never says how many of an iPhone model it has ready for pre-order day. Plus there are multiple reports that manufacturing issues meant the iPhone Duo was in short supply from the start, but it still got sold out in mere moments. Now Apple has sent AppleInsider and other venues a c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-expect-to-buy-iphone-duo-at-apple-stores-on-friday/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-expect-to-buy-iphone-duo-at-apple-stores-on-friday/ Photos' facial features are at the heart of a privacy lawsuit
In August, a lawsuit surfaced alleging that Apple violated the Illinois Biometric Privacy Act (BIPA). It was claimed that Apple collected biometric data without user consent, via the Photos app.However, in a Septemb]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-photos-faceprint-privacy-lawsuit-pared-down-a-bit-will-continue/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-photos-faceprint-privacy-lawsuit-pared-down-a-bit-will-continue/ Samplab was a stem-splitting music editor - image credit: Samplab.
Following its deal with the Huxe AI podcast company, Apple has now acquired Zurich-based Samplab under a similar arrangement. As detailed in the European Union's public list of acquisitions, Apple is to acquire certain assets, and offer employment to certai]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ai-audio-firm-samplab-acquired-by-apple-to-boost-logic-pro/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ai-audio-firm-samplab-acquired-by-apple-to-boost-logic-pro/ Con]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/two-apple-stores-looted-during-french-protests/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/two-apple-stores-looted-during-french-protests/ The HomeView looks nice, but probably wouldn't work with my household.Sunday Reboot is a weekly column covering some of the lighter stories within the Apple reality distortion field from the past seven days. All to get next week underway with a good first step.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-homeview-is-an-interesting-smart-home-experiment/Sun, 18 Oct 2026 22:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-homeview-is-an-interesting-smart-home-experiment/ Get Apple's Mac Studio desktop for $2,299 at Amazon.
Save $200 on Apple's new Mac Studio that's equipped with an M5 Max chip with an 18-core CPU and 32-core GPU. This desktop also has 36GB of unified memory and a 512GB SSD. Retailing for $2,499, Amazon's $200 discount brings the price down to $2,299, delivering the lowest price seen since its September 22 release.Save $200 on M]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/grab-apples-2026-mac-studio-for-2299-now-200-off/Sun, 18 Oct 2026 19:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/grab-apples-2026-mac-studio-for-2299-now-200-off/ A current non-OLED MacBook Pro display
Back in August, there were rumors of a refresh of Apple Stores in preparation for apple's smart home push, including products like the new HomeView. It now appears that another refresh is planned, coinciding with the introduction of new Macs and iPads.According to Bloomberg's Mar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/retail-reset-set-for-november-6-as-oled-macbook-pro-looms/Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/retail-reset-set-for-november-6-as-oled-macbook-pro-looms/ This is not what the HomeView on a robotic arm will look like
Apple's first-generation releases are often competent but gain significant improvements for the second generation. For the HomeView, the next version could get some big upgrades, including a robot arm.According to Mark Gurman's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg, Apple is planning]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/homeview-follow-up-with-robot-arm-rumored-to-ship-in-2027/Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/homeview-follow-up-with-robot-arm-rumored-to-ship-in-2027/ The Londoner MacauThe latest in an occasional AppleInsider feature, looking at the world of Apple-related crime.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/crime-blotter-man-arrested-for-damage-to-macau-apple-store/Sun, 18 Oct 2026 13:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/crime-blotter-man-arrested-for-damage-to-macau-apple-store/ Save $430 on Apple's M5 Pro MacBook Pro this weekend - Image credit: Apple
After selling out earlier this week, Amazon has brought back its popular $2,069.10 deal on Apple's M5 Pro 14-inch MacBook Pro. This configuration in Space Black has Apple's M5 Pro chip with a 15-core CPU and 16-core GPU, along with 24GB of unified memory an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-m5-pro-macbook-pro-is-back-on-sale-for-2069-this-weekend/Sat, 17 Oct 2026 21:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-m5-pro-macbook-pro-is-back-on-sale-for-2069-this-weekend/ Apple Park
Apple has already made a number of changes to its leadership in 2026, in part due to the introduction of John Ternus as CEO. However, in October, there was another change affecting its legal side.On Friday, Bloomberg reported that Apple had secured the talents of an executive from Meta. According to people familiar with the change, Sco]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-nabs-meta-vp-for-global-litigation-chief-role/Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-nabs-meta-vp-for-global-litigation-chief-role/ The App Store prohibits nudification apps.While Apple has a fairly robust App Store Review process and guidelines to match, not everything that makes it through the examination does so legitimately. In some cases, developers use deceitful tactics to hide an app's true nature so it can get into the App Store, de]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/generative-ai-porn-apps-targeted-in-app-review-guidelines-update/Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/generative-ai-porn-apps-targeted-in-app-review-guidelines-update/ The App Store prohibits nudification apps.While Apple has a fairly robust App Store Review process and guidelines to match, not everything that makes it through the examination does so legitimately. In some cases, developers use deceitful tactics to hide an app's true nature so it can get into the App Store, de]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ai-nudify-apps-targeted-in-app-review-guidelines-update/Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ai-nudify-apps-targeted-in-app-review-guidelines-update/ Before You Submit: Added links to additional documentation.1.2: Clarified app content and app types that are subject to this guideline, and potential Developer Code of Conduct violation for failing to implement appropriate safeguards or remediating violations after notice.
2.3.14: New guideline covering creative assets.
2.5.19: New guideline clarifies long-sta]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/updated-app-review-guidelines-are-now-available/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/updated-app-review-guidelines-are-now-available/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/strengthening-appreviewguidelines-against-nonconsensual-intimate-imagery-and-bait-and-switch-apps/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/strengthening-appreviewguidelines-against-nonconsensual-intimate-imagery-and-bait-and-switch-apps/ iPhone Duo dates slip into January
On Friday, Apple opened preorders for the iPhone Duo, its first foldable. Announced in September, the buzz following the event left little doubt that it would be an immediate hit.And that certainly seems to be the case. The iPhone Duo sold out almost immediately, with dates slipping into late November and ear]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-delivery-dates-stabilize-on-late-january-deliveries-for-all-models/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-delivery-dates-stabilize-on-late-january-deliveries-for-all-models/ Beats Pill x Pokemon review
I've rolled my eyes at many brand collaborations, but one that never fails to attract my attention is Pokemon. Sure, it's the same Beats Pill under a coat of cute paint, but that's enough for the fans.The Beats Pill made in collaboration with Pokemon is adorable, but it doesn't add any flair to your portable music lis]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/beats-pill-x-pokemon-review-peak-portable-audio-with-a-splash-of-pikachus-charm/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 19:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/beats-pill-x-pokemon-review-peak-portable-audio-with-a-splash-of-pikachus-charm/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/finding-a-place-for-apple-homeview-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/finding-a-place-for-apple-homeview-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/ Elevation Lab pulls AirTag Silencer over stalking concerns
Elevation Lab recently released a tool dubbed the AirTag Silencer. To use it, an AirTag owner could remove the battery, insert the AirTag into a jig, and use a hammer to drive a pin directly into the AirTag's speaker.The pin would permanently silence t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/elevation-lab-pulls-its-airtag-silencer-over-stalking-concerns-issues-apology/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/elevation-lab-pulls-its-airtag-silencer-over-stalking-concerns-issues-apology/ Apple's long-running dispute with the DOJ may be coming to an end. Image source: Apple
More than two years on from when the Department of Justice (DOJ) sued Apple in an enormous antitrust suit, it has once again signaled that it would consider settling the case. But large developers including Epic Games and now also PayPal have told the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/vocal-developers-dismayed-at-doj-considering-antitrust-settlement-with-apple/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/vocal-developers-dismayed-at-doj-considering-antitrust-settlement-with-apple/ Grab preorder Apple TV 4K and HomeView deals - Image credit: Apple
You can grab a $10 preorder discount on the 2026 Apple TV 4K at Amazon, bringing the price down to $289.99 heading into the weekend. Although it's a small discount, it does put a few extra bucks back in your pocket if you were planning on purchasing the set-top box.Buy Apple TV 4K for $289.99
Continue Reading on App]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-cuts-2026-apple-tv-4k-homeview-prices-with-preorder-deals/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-cuts-2026-apple-tv-4k-homeview-prices-with-preorder-deals/ iPhone 6 by iPhone 6s
A little-known lawsuit was brought against Apple in 2020 by Envirodigm alleging trade secret theft. The company said it had a meeting with Apple in August 2013, revealed a secret anodization process that could be used for iPhone, then Apple used that process from 2015 on without involving Envir]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-iphone-anodization-process-lawsuit-win-is-being-appealed/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-iphone-anodization-process-lawsuit-win-is-being-appealed/ Get up to $1,200 off an iPhone Duo - Image credit: Apple
Apple's first foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo, is finally available for preorder, and wireless carriers AT&T and T-Mobile are already offering up to $1,200 off via bill credits.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-up-to-1200-on-apples-iphone-duo/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-up-to-1200-on-apples-iphone-duo/ Apple's iPhone Duo is already on backorder.
Pre-orders for the iPhone Duo began at 8 A.M. Eastern and as with most new iPhones — but not all — the stocks sold out rapidly. With the first moments, shipping dates slipped back to November 16, and then to November 23, for all configurations.Apple never states how many devices it has made ready for sale on day one, but the shipping dates normally]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-sells-out-moments-after-pre-orders-begin/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-sells-out-moments-after-pre-orders-begin/ iPhone Duo preorders have started
The Apple Store is back online, with preorders for the iPhone Duo now officially open. Apple once again is using a queue system and will open the order page when it has reached your spot in the queue.As it's done before, Apple opened a preorder configuration option ahead of the launch, allowing buyers to select their preferr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/preorders-for-the-iphone-duo-are-now-live/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/preorders-for-the-iphone-duo-are-now-live/ Finding a good font isn't particularly difficult. The challenge is choosing a typeface that has the styles you need, works in your apps, and comes with a license that covers what you're making.Some repositories focus on free, open-source f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/where-to-find-the-best-free-fonts-for-mac-without-licensing-headaches/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/where-to-find-the-best-free-fonts-for-mac-without-licensing-headaches/ Variations on this Apple Store notice are always posted right before a change such as opening pre-orders. Image credit: Apple.
Whenever Apple makes a small but important change to the online Apple Store, it takes the site down first. It's theatrics more than site maintenance, but it's obviously worth it to Apple despite how u]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/online-apple-store-goes-down-ahead-of-iphone-duo-pre-orders/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/online-apple-store-goes-down-ahead-of-iphone-duo-pre-orders/ How to manage notifications on iOS 27
For as great as the iPhone is, it can be pretty distracting when you think about it. According to a study done in 2024, the average person receives 146 notifications per day.And, the younger you are, the more notifications you receive. Those in Generation Z received about 18]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-manage-your-iphone-notifications-on-ios-27/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-manage-your-iphone-notifications-on-ios-27/ iPhone 6 by iPhone 6s
A little-known lawsuit was brought against Apple in 2020 by Envirodigm alleging trade secret theft. The company said it had a meeting with Apple in August 2013, revealed a secret anodization process that could be used for iPhone, then Apple used that process from 2015 on without involving Envir]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/trade-secret-lawsuit-on-iphones-anodization-process-now-being-appealed/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 04:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/trade-secret-lawsuit-on-iphones-anodization-process-now-being-appealed/ A new iPad mini is on the way
There may be a lot of rumors and anonymous tipsters out there trying to reveal Apple's upcoming products, but sometimes the leaks come from within the company itself. An iPad mini was almost certain to arrive before the end of 2026, but now Apple seems to have confirmed it.A French Apple regulatory w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-inadvertently-reveals-new-ipad-mini-model-exists/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 03:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-inadvertently-reveals-new-ipad-mini-model-exists/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-sports-gets-better-live-activities/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 01:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-sports-gets-better-live-activities/ Withings will charge new users $99 per year to sync data with Apple Health. Image Credit: Withings.
Withings is a French company known for its smart scales, some of which analyze more than 60 biomarkers, while also offering built-in electrodes and a rechargeable battery. The company also touted its dedicated Withings app, as well as its prod]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/withings-wants-you-to-pay-100-a-year-to-sync-a-scale-with-apple-health/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 23:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/withings-wants-you-to-pay-100-a-year-to-sync-a-scale-with-apple-health/ A conventional iPhone case only needs to fit around one solid body. The iPhone Duo introduces another consideration with its folding hinge, which needs to move freely while the rest of the phone stays protected.Case makers have approached the challenge in different ways. Some favor thin shells that]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-let-iphone-duo-go-unprotected-these-are-the-best-case-options-so-far/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 22:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-let-iphone-duo-go-unprotected-these-are-the-best-case-options-so-far/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/shogun-2-complete-edition-release-crashes-and-burns/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 21:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/shogun-2-complete-edition-release-crashes-and-burns/ Apple's new $300 HomeView: who is it for?
When Apple announced the Apple HomeView, I was neither surprised nor impressed. I wasn't surprised because we've known it was coming for the better part of two or three years now.I wasn't impressed because I'm clearly not the target market. I don't know if it makes me deeply uncool, but I genuine]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-homeview-is-300-at-a-minimum-and-its-not-really-clear-who-its-for/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 20:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-homeview-is-300-at-a-minimum-and-its-not-really-clear-who-its-for/ Announced on October 15, Muse Spark Open is an open-weight AI model designed for coding, software engineering, and tasks that require multiple steps. Meta developed the model with 816 billion parameters, although only 42 billion are active during processing.Running the model requires at least]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/unlikely-apple-amp-meta-team-up-brings-powerful-amp-local-ai-to-mac-studio/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 20:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/unlikely-apple-amp-meta-team-up-brings-powerful-amp-local-ai-to-mac-studio/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/gurman-apple-tested-120hz-and-60hz-displays-for-oled-ipad/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 19:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/gurman-apple-tested-120hz-and-60hz-displays-for-oled-ipad/ Apple introduced HomeView on October 13, but some of its smaller features deserve a closer look. Beyond the hardware and Siri AI features covered in our HomeView hands-on, details from the launch demonstrations reveal more about how the device works around the house.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/devil-is-in-the-details-tidbits-from-our-time-trying-homeview/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 18:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/devil-is-in-the-details-tidbits-from-our-time-trying-homeview/ Greg Joswiak, Apple's senior vice president of worldwide marketing - image credit: Apple.
Apple has long been criticized for being behind on AI with Apple Intelligence, although the improved Siri AI has answered many complaints. But speaking to Time magazine, Apple's senior vice president of worldwide marketing, Greg Joswia]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/joswiak-siri-ai-is-for-everyday-not-the-ai-lunatic-fringe/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 18:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/joswiak-siri-ai-is-for-everyday-not-the-ai-lunatic-fringe/ Mac Studio and Mac mini can become part of a Minion system
Described by Apple as a dynamic virtual GPU cloud that "aggregates idle Apple Silicon GPUs" across Macs, Minions can aid teams that need to work with large-scale machine learning inference workloads. Apple's researchers have bee]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-minions-research-turns-idle-mac-gpus-into-a-virtual-gpu-cloud/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 18:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-minions-research-turns-idle-mac-gpus-into-a-virtual-gpu-cloud/ Save $200 on Apple's M5 MacBook Air with 24GB RAM, 1TB SSD - Image credit: Apple
Amazon's mid-October MacBook Air sale delivers $200 in savings on a popular configuration that features a bump up to 24GB of unified memory and a 1TB SSD.Buy MacBook Air 24GB, 1TB for $1,599
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-m5-macbook-air-with-24gb-ram-1tb-ssd-drops-to-1599/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-m5-macbook-air-with-24gb-ram-1tb-ssd-drops-to-1599/ John Ternus and the iPhone Duo - image credit: Apple.
Ternus was named as Tim Cook's successor in April 2026, around 25 years after he first joined the company. But after just 10 years, he was already involved in what would become the iPhone Duo.Speaking to Time magazine, he said that he and five fellow engineers had even filed a patent for foldable de]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ternus-spent-15-years-planning-the-iphone-duo/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ternus-spent-15-years-planning-the-iphone-duo/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on ou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-donated-25-million-to-white-house-ballroom-project/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-donated-25-million-to-white-house-ballroom-project/ Apple's iPhone Duo.
It's not be a huge surprise that two iPhones with the same A20 Pro processor would show at least similar benchmark results. However, the processor is just part of the whole system, and the iPhone 18 Pro has room for a larger vapor chamber cooling system.As first spotted by NotebookCheck, what the first Geekbench 7 results show, though,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-has-uncompromised-performance-same-as-iphone-18-pro/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-has-uncompromised-performance-same-as-iphone-18-pro/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/maximum-pleasure-guaranteed-gets-second-season/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 13:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/maximum-pleasure-guaranteed-gets-second-season/ Apple's current MacBook Pro
Following its unveiling of the HomeView on October 12, 2026 with briefings and videos rather than an event, Apple is now expected to do the same again. According to Bloomberg, an extensive all-day press briefing is now scheduled for Wednesday, October 28.Apple is now inviting some media to an all-day product launc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/touch-screen-macbook-pro-will-be-unveiled-on-october-28/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 13:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/touch-screen-macbook-pro-will-be-unveiled-on-october-28/ Some HomePod models can output Mac system audio
Apple just revealed the HomePod mini 2 with an updated S10 chipset and a handful of new features. One of them lets it pair to a Mac for system output, just like what is possible with larger second-generation HomePod.It is possible to use a stereo pai]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-you-need-to-use-homepods-for-mac-system-audio/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 12:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-you-need-to-use-homepods-for-mac-system-audio/ OpenAI has volunteered to not use any Apple trade secrets, while this case continues.
In July 2026, Apple sued OpenAI over alleged trade secret theft, and after mounting evidence, the ChatGPT maker ceased denying it. Now according to Bloomberg, OpenAI has vowed to not use any proprietary Apple information.Specif]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/openai-swears-it-wont-use-the-apple-trade-secrets-it-seemingly-admits-it-has/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 12:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/openai-swears-it-wont-use-the-apple-trade-secrets-it-seemingly-admits-it-has/ You might want that extra privacy simply because you don't like having detailed photographs of your home online. For someone dealing with stalking or harassment, obscuring the property can also reduce how much another person can examine without visiting the street.Apple accepts home-blurrin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-stop-strangers-from-getting-a-clear-look-at-your-house-in-apple-maps/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 04:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-stop-strangers-from-getting-a-clear-look-at-your-house-in-apple-maps/ Some HomePod models can output Mac system audio
Apple just revealed the HomePod mini 2 with an updated S10 chipset and a handful of new features. One of them lets it pair to a Mac for system output, just like what is possible with larger second-generation HomePod.It is possible to use a stereo pai]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/latest-homepods-can-output-mac-system-audio-in-compatible-configurations/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 02:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/latest-homepods-can-output-mac-system-audio-in-compatible-configurations/ Apple Maps brings the Detailed City Experience to Austin, Texas
Apple Maps has been updating F1 tracks around the world as races occur there. It is a part of promoting Apple's ownership of the US streaming rights of F1 using its various services.The latest track to get special immersive details is the Circuit of th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-maps-detailed-city-experience-comes-to-austin-texas-ahead-of-f1-grand-prix/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 01:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-maps-detailed-city-experience-comes-to-austin-texas-ahead-of-f1-grand-prix/ The famous "Hatfield" Apple I, signed by Steve Wozniak, just sold for well over a million dollars. Image Credit: Bonhams.
The value of the Apple I as a collector's item has increased significantly over the past decade, with one example selling for nearly $500,000, more than the predicted $300,000. The famous "Hatfield" Apple I serves as an ev]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/working-apple-i-signed-by-steve-wozniak-sold-for-an-impressive-115m/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 23:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/working-apple-i-signed-by-steve-wozniak-sold-for-an-impressive-115m/ Apple's older version of Apple Intelligence will finally arrive in China
Apple has been working to get Apple Intelligence ready for the Chinese market since it first announced the features in 2024. It was held back by strict regulatory requirements, including requiring a backend provided by a local company.According to a report from Bloom]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-intelligence-finally-gets-a-release-window-for-its-debut-in-china/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 22:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-intelligence-finally-gets-a-release-window-for-its-debut-in-china/ HomeView with the customizable home modular face that be outfitted with different widgets or home accessories
Most of you have seen the general rundown on the hardware. It's a 7-inch Liquid Retina display, perched atop a speaker base or mounted to a wall that you can control with your voice or touch.It has Siri AI built-in to operat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-homeview-hands-on-so-many-questions-but-i-like-it/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 22:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-homeview-hands-on-so-many-questions-but-i-like-it/ Apple stocks closed at a new record high
Back in October 2025, Apple closed at over $4 trillion for the first time, and then on July 28, 2026, it crossed the $5 trillion mark. It wasn't very long before it dipped back under that to be a paltry $4 trillion and change, but now it's back.At close of market, Apple's valuation on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-demand-takes-apple-to-a-5-trillion-market-valuation/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 22:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-demand-takes-apple-to-a-5-trillion-market-valuation/ iPad Pro used to design balloons for Turkish fashion show
Les Benjamins designer Bunyamin Aydin used an iPad Pro to develop a fashion show staged beneath custom hot-air balloons in Turkiye. Apple's latest creative profile follows the project from early sketches to a fashion show shot on iPhone 18 Pro Max.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/les-benjamins-takes-fashion-to-the-sky-with-ipad-designed-hot-air-balloons/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 20:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/les-benjamins-takes-fashion-to-the-sky-with-ipad-designed-hot-air-balloons/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-get-wi-fi-streaming-bluetooth-usb-c-on-your-old-ipod/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 20:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-get-wi-fi-streaming-bluetooth-usb-c-on-your-old-ipod/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/no-siri-ai-is-not-coming-to-the-first-generation-homepod-mini/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 19:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/no-siri-ai-is-not-coming-to-the-first-generation-homepod-mini/ The Echo III T5 family brings PCIe expansion to Macs that don't have internal card slots. Audio engineers, video editors, and other professionals can connect specialized hardware for recording, video capture, networking, and storage without replacing their computers.The systems suppo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-echo-iii-t5-gives-new-macs-three-pci-e-slots-across-thunderbolt-5/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 18:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-echo-iii-t5-gives-new-macs-three-pci-e-slots-across-thunderbolt-5/ Apple TV gaming is still a thing, kinda.
Every so often, the Apple TV 4K tries to be a game console, and Apple promotes a ton of games in the App Store to bolster that claim. With the first new Apple TV 4K release in four yea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/skip-the-controller-the-apple-tv-4k-still-isnt-a-good-gaming-platform/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 18:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/skip-the-controller-the-apple-tv-4k-still-isnt-a-good-gaming-platform/ Apple will get some of the OpenAI documents it requested in court.
Without much detail, OpenAI says that during the forensic investigation that is required by Apple's trade secret theft lawsuit, it discovered trade theft by Apple. In a filing on Wednesday, the company vaguely says that the thief joined OpenAI from Apple, worked at Op]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/openai-cries-foul-says-apple-stole-secrets-from-it-in-2026/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 18:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/openai-cries-foul-says-apple-stole-secrets-from-it-in-2026/ iPhone Duo repair costs: prices with and without AppleCare
Apple has released the uninsured repair costs for the iPhone Duo, and they aren't for the faint of heart. Depending on what damage your phone takes, you could pay 75% of the retail value to get it fixed.Here's what it costs to repair an iPhone Duo, assuming you don't have insurance through your c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-1499-iphone-duo-repair-cost-is-a-strong-argument-for-applecare/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 18:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-1499-iphone-duo-repair-cost-is-a-strong-argument-for-applecare/ The iPhone 17's replacement is reportedly on track
Just as was rumored for a year, Apple split its 2026 iPhone launch in two. The second wave of iPhones features the base iPhone 18 and is expected in spring 2027.Now leaker Fixed Focus Digital has claimed on the Chinese social media platform Weibo that this model will enter ma]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/regular-iphone-18-nears-production-in-large-quanties-says-obvious-leak/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 17:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/regular-iphone-18-nears-production-in-large-quanties-says-obvious-leak/ HomeView needs a simpler CarPlay app approval process
HomeView supports compatible CarPlay audio and video apps, but developers must first secure Apple's approval to support CarPlay. That ties its third-party media selection to a process built for in-car so]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-carplay-entitlements-work-and-why-theyre-a-problem-for-homeview/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 17:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-carplay-entitlements-work-and-why-theyre-a-problem-for-homeview/ C]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-project-allows-you-to-connect-an-apple-watch-to-android-linux-windows/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 17:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-project-allows-you-to-connect-an-apple-watch-to-android-linux-windows/ It won't look like this, but HomeView will run CarPlay apps - image credit: Apple
You're not likely to need any of the dozens of parking apps that litter the App Store on your HomeView. And presumably you'll never need to access your car's app, but there may be some interesting use cases there, depending.But beyond that, there is]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/homeview-will-rely-on-carplay-apps-to-make-up-for-some-deficiencies/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 17:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/homeview-will-rely-on-carplay-apps-to-make-up-for-some-deficiencies/ Save $800 on a premium M5 Max MacBook Pro - Image credit: Apple
Ringing in within $15 of the all-time $3,285 record low price, Amazon $800 discount is the largest available across Apple's 14-inch M5 Max MacBook Pro line, according to our Price Guide.Save $800 on M5 Max 14" MacBook Pro
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-800-on-apples-premium-m5-max-macbook-pro/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 17:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-800-on-apples-premium-m5-max-macbook-pro/ Apple's HomeView starts at $299 and brings music, video, smart home controls, and other features to a 7-inch screen. However, the device doesn't have its own App Store, so you can't simply download third-party apps directly onto it.Instead, Apple is using existing CarPlay support for third]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/get-ready-for-homeview-by-checking-carplay-apps-on-your-iphone/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 17:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/get-ready-for-homeview-by-checking-carplay-apps-on-your-iphone/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/affinity-studio-coming-to-ipad-in-november/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 17:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/affinity-studio-coming-to-ipad-in-november/ HomeView is the smart home hub we've been waiting for
As the owner of a home full of HomeKit-compatible smart gear, you generally have to make do with the Home app. But for all the benefits of HomeKit, like security and privacy, the terrible Home app constantly undermines everything Apple has worked on.As someone who ha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-homeview-finally-offers-a-simpler-alternative-to-home-assistant/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 17:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-homeview-finally-offers-a-simpler-alternative-to-home-assistant/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-kills-support-for-last-12-inch-macbook-and-more/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 16:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-kills-support-for-last-12-inch-macbook-and-more/ Apple's 'Welcome Home' announcements did almost everything right
Apple's series of press releases on October 13 showed it still cares about the smart home, but I think a crucial bit was missing. Sure, the hardware is interesting, but no updates for the Apple Home app was a choice.I'm excited about HomeView, but the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-home-revamp-is-only-half-done-but-the-future-is-bright/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-home-revamp-is-only-half-done-but-the-future-is-bright/ Introduced alongside the fourth-generation Apple TV, the updated remote adds more precise location guidance through Find My and a built-in speaker that can play a sound when the remote goes missing.However, Apple's compatibility requirements exclude several relatively recent iPhones, including models that alread]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/precision-finding-on-the-new-siri-remote-comes-with-an-unexpected-catch/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/precision-finding-on-the-new-siri-remote-comes-with-an-unexpected-catch/ Apple will charge $279 to repair a $299 HomeView, if you don't have AppleCare insurance. HomeView image credit: Apple
As always, Apple makes sure that its service and repair charges make its AppleCare insurance options as attractive as possible. But that is perhaps more so this time as the uninsured repair cost is just $20 less than buying a brand-new HomeView.Apple launched]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/getting-a-homeview-repaired-could-cost-93-of-just-replacing-it/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/getting-a-homeview-repaired-could-cost-93-of-just-replacing-it/ Apple is facing a record fine over patents
In April 2021, Taction Technology sued Apple for allegedly infringing on two Taction patents dealing with haptic feedback. It argued that Apple's Taptic Engine used in the Apple Watch was a reverse-engineered copy of the technology.A jury ruled in favor of Taction in September]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-has-challenged-the-57b-taction-verdict-arguing-jury-got-it-all-wrong/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 02:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-has-challenged-the-57b-taction-verdict-arguing-jury-got-it-all-wrong/ Apple is facing a record fine over patents
In April 2021, Taction Technology sued Apple for allegedly infringing on two Taction patents dealing with haptic feedback. It argued that Apple's Taptic Engine used in the Apple Watch was a reverse-engineered copy of the technology.A jury ruled in favor of Taction in September]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-has-appealed-the-57b-taction-verdict-arguing-jury-got-it-all-wrong/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 02:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-has-appealed-the-57b-taction-verdict-arguing-jury-got-it-all-wrong/ Apple will get some of the OpenAI documents it requested in court.
Apple alleges that its former employees, Tang Yew Tan and Chang Liu, stole the company's trade secrets and intellectual property in an attempt to benefit OpenAI. According to Apple, the two stole information by continuing to use work-issued devices and services af]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-will-get-some-openai-documents-but-not-everything-it-asked-for-in-court/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 00:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-will-get-some-openai-documents-but-not-everything-it-asked-for-in-court/ Apple HomeView will gain new features thanks to third-party accessories
If you were excited for a portable Apple Home hub display that could be carried through your home, don't give up hope just yet. Since Apple utilized USB-C ports for HomeView, accessories will open up a lot more options for the product.Apple might onl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-homeview-accessories-will-expand-what-is-possible-with-the-home-hub/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 23:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-homeview-accessories-will-expand-what-is-possible-with-the-home-hub/ Apple's redesigned Health app is missing from the fourth beta of iOS 27.2.
On Tuesday, shortly after unveiling its HomeView and other smart home products, Apple deployed the fourth developer beta of iOS 27.2. The beta software update bears the build number 24B5110a, up from 24B5099f.In a particularly noticeabl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-272-beta-4-apple-music-goes-black-and-white-apple-health-redesign-pulled/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 22:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-272-beta-4-apple-music-goes-black-and-white-apple-health-redesign-pulled/ HomeView will check you're nearby before showing things like personal calendars.The HomeView is billed as the center of a smart home, but it will also try to be at the heart of the lives of its users. As well as dealing with FaceTime calls and playing music, it will be providing access to personal content for each of its users.The device]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/no-biometrics-are-needed-for-homeview-to-show-a-users-personal-data/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 21:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/no-biometrics-are-needed-for-homeview-to-show-a-users-personal-data/ iOS 27 on an iPhone
The fourth developer betas for iOS 27.2, iPadOS 27.2, macOS 27.2 Golden Gate, watchOS 27.2 and visionOS 27.,2 have arrived, testing out more features before the update's eventual release to the public.Typically, the first major post-milestone update is a point-one version, which isn't the case this time.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/fourth-betas-of-ios-272-macos-272-land-for-testing/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 20:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/fourth-betas-of-ios-272-macos-272-land-for-testing/ Apple introduced four-speaker HomePod surround sound alongside the fourth-generation Apple TV 4K on October 13. The feature allows compatible HomePods to operate as matching front and rear pairs, with Apple TV automatically calibrating audio timing and levels based on sp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/there-are-better-sounding-and-cheaper-options-than-four-homepods-for-surround-sound/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 19:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/there-are-better-sounding-and-cheaper-options-than-four-homepods-for-surround-sound/ Apple HomeView with rear | Image credit: Apple
On Tuesday, Apple announced its newest push into the smart home market: the Apple HomeView. It's a smart home hub that starts at $299 and is designed to function as a one-stop shop for home automation and device management.You can buy a standalone HomeView, which pairs]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-homeview-lacks-vesa-support-limiting-your-wall-mount-options/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 18:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-homeview-lacks-vesa-support-limiting-your-wall-mount-options/ You'd be forgiven for assuming this means you can watch Apple TV on HomeView, but Apple sidesteps telling you how - image credit: Apple.
HomeView looked at first to be great if you only wanted Apple's own apps, but now it seems you aren't even getting all of those. There are four Apple apps that have]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/homeview-doesnt-play-video-apps-natively-you-still-need-an-iphone-or-ipad/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 18:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/homeview-doesnt-play-video-apps-natively-you-still-need-an-iphone-or-ipad/ Apple TV 4K Gen 4 vs Apple TV 4K Gen 3
Before the October 13 update, Apple's last change to the Apple TV 4K took place in October 2022. Back then, the big news was a storage upgrade.Four years later, and the fourth-generation model is a spec-bump update that does more than just storage. It's part of a big smart home pus]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tv-4k-gen-4-vs-gen-3-what-four-years-of-tech-advancement-gets-you/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 18:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tv-4k-gen-4-vs-gen-3-what-four-years-of-tech-advancement-gets-you/ Save $600 on Apple's MacBook Pro - Image credit: Apple
This premium 14-inch configuration features Apple's upgraded M5 Pro chip with an 18-core CPU and 20-core GPU. It also has 24GB of unified memory and a spacious 2TB SSD. On sale for $2,599.99 after a $600 discount when you opt for the Silver finish, Amazon's deal delivers the lowest price seen since]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-600-on-apples-14-inch-macbook-pro-with-a-20-core-gpu/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 18:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-600-on-apples-14-inch-macbook-pro-with-a-20-core-gpu/ The new HomeView next to a first-generation HomePod mini. HomeView image credit: Apple Store AR view.
Imagine cooking with the Paprika 3 app on your HomeView, or having your OmniFocus To Do list alongside your Fantastical calendar. Right now, all you can do is imagine, because none of this is possible.It's a curious thing that the Mac App Store never]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/homeviews-lack-of-an-app-store-is-an-achilles-heel/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 17:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/homeviews-lack-of-an-app-store-is-an-achilles-heel/ Image credit: Apple
On Tuesday, Apple updated its Apple TV 4K. At the same time, Apple also released a new Siri Remote to go along with it.The remote itself looks nearly identical to its predecessor. What's changed, however, is that it now supports the Find My app and Precision Finding.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-apple-tv-hardware-the-new-59-siri-remote-is-compatible-with/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 17:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-apple-tv-hardware-the-new-59-siri-remote-is-compatible-with/ The 2022 Apple TV 4K is still the model to buy
Ages ago, I got the G4 Mac mini because I was tired of burning DVDs and CDs. It was pretty nice to play media and games directly on my then-plasma Philips HD flatscreen.Then Steve Jobs rolled out the Apple TV, calling it a "hobby" later in the year.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Dis]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-apple-tv-hobby-has-gotten-far-too-expensive/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-apple-tv-hobby-has-gotten-far-too-expensive/ The Apple Home Collection is set to roll out December 2026
Apple HomeView is central to Apple's latest smart home push, with select Apple Home Collection devices available in December. Users can check cameras, unlock doors, and adjust the temperature without juggling separate apps or accounts.The move]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/homeviews-upcoming-accessories-let-you-build-a-smart-home-around-one-app/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/homeviews-upcoming-accessories-let-you-build-a-smart-home-around-one-app/ HomeView is a hardware Siri AI device, and Siri AI is not available in the EU - image credit: Apple.
The short version is that the European Union's Digital Markets Act (DMA) requires Apple to provide rivals with full access to its technology from day one. Apple argues that no other firm has this burden, and moreover that it dra]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/europes-clashing-with-apple-means-no-homeview-for-the-eu/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/europes-clashing-with-apple-means-no-homeview-for-the-eu/ The new Siri AI beta will work on Apple TV 4K models dating back to the second generation, so owners won't need to buy the latest hardware to use the upgraded assistant.The feature brings a more conversational version of Siri to the television, with natural-language searches, follow-up questions, and personalized recommendations. It a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/that-five-year-old-apple-tv-4k-is-getting-siri-ai/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 15:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/that-five-year-old-apple-tv-4k-is-getting-siri-ai/ HomePods for home theater
Apple is pretty clear about what's needed for that surround sound."Users can enjoy room-filling audio with a single speaker, in a stereo pair, or using multiroom audio. When paired with the new Apple TV 4K, HomePod mini 2 supports four-speaker surround sound —Apple's most immersive home theater setup yet."
Continue Reading]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/homepod-surround-sound-only-available-with-new-apple-tv-4k/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 15:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/homepod-surround-sound-only-available-with-new-apple-tv-4k/ Beats x Pokemon collaboration reveals special-edition Beats Pill
Beats by Dre is a subsidiary of Apple, who is no stranger to the Pokemon franchise. After a brief visit to his friend Tim Cook at Apple Park, Pikachu is now appearing on one of the company's products.Beats and Pokemon have revealed the special-edition B]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/beats-x-pokemon-collaboration-reveal-beats-pill-with-pikachu-and-mimikyu-art/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 15:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/beats-x-pokemon-collaboration-reveal-beats-pill-with-pikachu-and-mimikyu-art/ The new Apple TV 4K - Image Credit: Apple
Updated as part of Apple's smart home-focused event, the new Apple TV set-top box looks a lot like the old one. Taking the form of the traditional spec-bump update, it looks visually identical to the previous model, with the main changes being internal.Inside, the new model uses the A19 chip, up from the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-apple-tv-4k-arrives-with-homepod-like-siri-mic-setup/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 15:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-apple-tv-4k-arrives-with-homepod-like-siri-mic-setup/ Apple's new HomeHub
After a limited first attempt at AI and a reboot, Apple is finally ready to release its smart home hub. The tablet device has a unique interface that focuses on displaying data more than interacting with it.Apple calls it HomeView. The name gets at exactly what its expected use case is — showing users]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/two-homeview-home-hub-models-evolve-apples-home-strategy-at-299-each/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 15:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/two-homeview-home-hub-models-evolve-apples-home-strategy-at-299-each/ The new Apple TV 4K - Image Credit: Apple
Updated as part of Apple's smart home-focused event, the new Apple TV set-top box looks a lot like the old one. Taking the form of the traditional spec-bump update, it looks visually identical to the previous model, with the main changes being internal.Inside, the new model uses the A19 chip, up from the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-apple-tv-4k-arrives-four-years-after-the-last-one/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 15:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-apple-tv-4k-arrives-four-years-after-the-last-one/ The new HomePod mini 2 - image credit: Apple.Mockup of a green HomePod mini.Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/updated-homepod-mini-2-comes-with-new-colors-and-surround-sound-option/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 15:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/updated-homepod-mini-2-comes-with-new-colors-and-surround-sound-option/ ZimaCube 2 review
Once upon a time, I had a spare PowerMac 6500. Maybe it was a Performa —that specific is lost to me. This was just-pre MP3 explosion, but I still was generating a lot of data that I'd prefer not lurk constantly on my PowerBook 3400 first, then original PowerBook G3. What to do?Then, in about the winter o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/zimacube-2-review-a-tinkerers-nas-at-a-good-price-point/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 02:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/zimacube-2-review-a-tinkerers-nas-at-a-good-price-point/ Epic vs. Apple continues its doom spiral ahead of Supreme Court decision
It is anyone's guess how the Supreme Court might rule on whether Apple can be in violation of an injunction due to the "spirit of the law." In the meantime, Epic seems desperate to speed up discovery in light of this monumental decision.According to a joint filin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-joint-filing-shows-epic-remains-unhappy-with-apple-at-every-turn/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 01:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-joint-filing-shows-epic-remains-unhappy-with-apple-at-every-turn/ Apple's iPhone eats up more market share as global shipments fall
Though it remains to be seen whether the iPhone 18 Pro will be as big of a success as Apple hopes, the company is seemingly moving in the right direction In its Q3 2026 financial report, Apple revealed that iPhone revenue rose to $54.25 billion, up 21.7% from $44.58 billio]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-trails-samsung-as-global-smartphone-shipments-hit-a-13-year-low/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 00:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-trails-samsung-as-global-smartphone-shipments-hit-a-13-year-low/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-remnants-immersive-horror-on-apple-vision-pro-is-terrifying/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 19:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-remnants-immersive-horror-on-apple-vision-pro-is-terrifying/ 14-inch MacBook Pro [left] vs Surface Laptop Ultra [right]
Microsoft's Surface line has always been in direct competition with Apple's MacBook and iPad lineup. While the main Surface range goes after the iPad Pro, the Surface Laptop takes on the MacBook Pro.In its late 2026 attempt against the MacBook Pro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m5-pro-macbook-pro-vs-microsoft-surface-laptop-ultra-compared/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 19:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m5-pro-macbook-pro-vs-microsoft-surface-laptop-ultra-compared/ Apple's iPhone Duo is reportedly a hit, although it hasn't actually come out yet.
As AppleInsider recently pointed out, and investment firm JP Morgan even more recently agreed, Apple has not cut orders for the iPhone 18 Pro. Now a new report says that it must have cut those orders, because it's rais]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-production-orders-up-30-says-report-that-does-math-strangely/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 18:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-production-orders-up-30-says-report-that-does-math-strangely/ A still from a Beats-Pokemon promo clip - Image Credit: Beats/X
Apple subsidiary Beats by Dre is no stranger to collaborations. They've worked with designers and stars like K-pop singer Jennie to brands like Nike. However, in its latest tease, it's going to be working with a heavyweight in kids entertainment.In a short clip posted to X, Beats proposes it's "Time to catch some]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/beats-meets-pokemon-in-an-upcoming-speaker-collaboration/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 18:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/beats-meets-pokemon-in-an-upcoming-speaker-collaboration/ Save $600 on Apple's 2TB MacBook Pro - Image credit: Apple
Amazon is clearing out MacBook Pro inventory this week, with a variety of deals that can save you up to $600. Today's markdown on Apple's 14-inch MacBook Pro with 2TB of storage is especially enticing at $2,399.Buy 2TB MacBook Pro for $2,399
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-2tb-m5-pro-macbook-pro-plunges-to-2399-600-off/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 17:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-2tb-m5-pro-macbook-pro-plunges-to-2399-600-off/ Smart Home Insider Podcast
Guest host this week is once again Dan Turk, Vice President, Tech & Innovation at Max Borges Agency. Working closely with several smart home companies, he always has unique insight into the industry.The big news to kick off the episode is Apple's late-week confirmation of a "Welcome Home" experience, with selected press]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/exploring-apples-rumored-lg-partnership-on-smart-home-insider/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 16:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/exploring-apples-rumored-lg-partnership-on-smart-home-insider/ AirPods Max 2 are $120 off today.Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/grab-airpods-max-2-for-429-120-off/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 16:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/grab-airpods-max-2-for-429-120-off/ Just some of the many Apple devices due shortly.
Even before Apple formally announces its range of smart home devices, it has an unusual number of products expected to be released shortly. Here's what's coming plus when it is most likely to be announced and ship.
Continue Read]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/homeview-oled-macbook-pro-amp-more-when-apple-is-shipping-the-rest-of-its-2026-hardware/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 16:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/homeview-oled-macbook-pro-amp-more-when-apple-is-shipping-the-rest-of-its-2026-hardware/ No Man's Sky on iOS - Image Credit: Hello Games
"No Man's Sky" is a game that has been around since August 2016, and only became available on Mac as recently as June 2023. Now, over a decade after the initial release, "No Man's Sky" is finally landing on iPhone and iPad.The sci-fi adventure game is set in a procedurally-generated universe, filled with cou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/just-about-all-of-no-mans-sky-is-coming-to-iphone-and-ipad/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 16:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/just-about-all-of-no-mans-sky-is-coming-to-iphone-and-ipad/ Apple's iPhone supports over 200 languages.
As far back as 2010,Apple has partnered with members of indigenous cultures to ensure that their languages were correctly supported on the iPhone. Apple even documented some of the process earlier in 2026.And as a new report in Wired details, there is so much more to it than adding a translation dic]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/endangered-indigenous-languages-are-being-saved-by-the-iphone/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 15:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/endangered-indigenous-languages-are-being-saved-by-the-iphone/ iPhone Duo
Folding devices like the iPhone Duo often raise engineering challenges due to their unique design. However, solving problems like making as thin a smartphone as possible can lead to the creation of others, such as keeping it cool.In an interview with PCMag, Apple's VP of silicon engineering Dan Murr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/where-apple-focused-engineering-so-the-iphone-duo-could-have-desktop-like-performance/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 14:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/where-apple-focused-engineering-so-the-iphone-duo-could-have-desktop-like-performance/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-windows-games-play-really-well-on-m5-max-mac-studio/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 14:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-windows-games-play-really-well-on-m5-max-mac-studio/ You can "Get Ready" to pre-order the iPhone Duo starting October 12.
It's usually the case that demand for a new iPhone is high enough that unless you're very fast, they go on backorder. You'll still get one, but it will be weeks later, sometimes months, so it helps to be as quick off the starting blocks as you can.This time, though, the ru]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-set-up-your-iphone-duo-pre-order-to-make-checkout-faster/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 13:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-set-up-your-iphone-duo-pre-order-to-make-checkout-faster/ Demand for iPhone 18 Pro is not as low as other reports claim, say JP Morgan analysts
Back in July 2026, JP Morgan lowered its target price to $340 on concerns about supply constraints. Now that there are reports of Apple cutting orders over low demand, though, the firm is raising its target and telling investors to look beyond the short term.Specific]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/jp-morgan-dismisses-iphone-cuts-report-hikes-aapl-target-to-360/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 13:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/jp-morgan-dismisses-iphone-cuts-report-hikes-aapl-target-to-360/ Imagine the MacBook Pro, but with OLED and a touchable display.Sunday Reboot is a weekly column covering some of the lighter stories within the Apple reality distortion field from the past seven days. All to get next week underway with a good first step.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-touch-macbook-pros-nice-but-i-want-macos-on-ipad/Sun, 11 Oct 2026 22:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-touch-macbook-pros-nice-but-i-want-macos-on-ipad/ The current iPad 11
Apple is poised to hold a pair of events in October, with the smart home-centric one confirmed for October 13. A second is apparently planned for October 27 for new Macs and the OLED iPad mini, but it may be a little light on other iPad models.In Sunday's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg, Mark Gurman writes t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/updated-entry-level-ipad-wont-arrive-until-early-2027/Sun, 11 Oct 2026 20:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/updated-entry-level-ipad-wont-arrive-until-early-2027/ Apple executive chair Tim Cook - Image Credit: Apple
While he is no longer CEO, Tim Cook's new role as executive chair allows him to speak on behalf of the company on a political level. While John Ternus settles into his CEO chair, Cook is continuing to glad-hand to help Apple grow.According to the South China Morning Post on Su]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-visits-china-for-the-third-time-in-2026/Sun, 11 Oct 2026 19:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-visits-china-for-the-third-time-in-2026/ ADT has been linked to Apple's smart home plans
Since early October, the rumor mill has been rife with claims that Apple will be using companies like LG and Schneider to help its smart home revival effort. However, job listings indicate that there could be a third company that will lend a hand to Apple.Job listings for ADT have appeared across]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/adt-rumored-to-handle-installations-in-apples-smart-home-push/Sun, 11 Oct 2026 17:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/adt-rumored-to-handle-installations-in-apples-smart-home-push/ PhotoCraft by ArtCraft. Not Photoshop.AI has been a major driver of change in the software development landscape, and it may have claimed its biggest scalp. A group of vibe coders has decided to take on Adobe by coming up with their own alternatives.Released under the banner of ArtCraft, the releases on GitHub are]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/theres-a-vibe-coded-adobe-creative-suite-clone-and-its-pretty-good/Sun, 11 Oct 2026 17:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/theres-a-vibe-coded-adobe-creative-suite-clone-and-its-pretty-good/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/unsurprisingly-the-oled-ipad-mini-is-going-to-be-expensive/Sun, 11 Oct 2026 17:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/unsurprisingly-the-oled-ipad-mini-is-going-to-be-expensive/ On October 13, 2026 Apple is expected to launch a major push into the smart home market with what's to be called the HomeView. Now Bloomberg claims that, as expected, there will be new versions of the HomePod mini and Apple TV.Specifically, the report backs up previous rumors regarding the HomePod mini refresh. It says that this will]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-apple-tv-might-have-microphones-homepod-will-be-unsurprising/Sun, 11 Oct 2026 16:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-apple-tv-might-have-microphones-homepod-will-be-unsurprising/ An example of what the HomeView could look like.Over the last few months, rumors have intensified about a new smart home device Apple has been working on. With the October 13 event on the way and focused on smart home hardware, it's finally going to become a reality.Posted on Sunday in Bloomberg's "Power On" newsletter, Mark Gurman writes that]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-smart-home-control-center-is-called-homeview/Sun, 11 Oct 2026 16:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-smart-home-control-center-is-called-homeview/ Grab Amazon's M5 Pro MacBook Pro deal at $2,069 - Image credit: Apple
In what is the lowest price seen since Apple raised prices on MacBooks in June 2026, Amazon's $2,069.10 deal for the current M5 Pro 14-inch MacBook Pro is worth checking out. The standard configuration in Space Black has a 15-core CPU and 16-core GPU,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-430-off-14-inch-macbook-pro-m5-pro-now-2069/Sat, 10 Oct 2026 18:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-430-off-14-inch-macbook-pro-m5-pro-now-2069/ A replica Cray-1 made with Mac minis - Image Credit: Museo de Historia de la Computacion/Facebook
Sometimes, efforts to recreate famous old computer systems involve the use of more modern parts. In the case of one exhibit from the Museo de Historia de la Computacion in Spain, it's a visual replica of the Cray-1 su]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/30-old-intel-mac-minis-are-hugely-faster-than-the-cray-1-chassis-they-live-in/Sat, 10 Oct 2026 17:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/30-old-intel-mac-minis-are-hugely-faster-than-the-cray-1-chassis-they-live-in/ An open iPhone Duo
The iPhone Duo will be available to the public from October 23, with preorders starting from October 12. However, for some customers who opt for the full in-store Apple purchase experience, they can get an extra bit of personalization.According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman in an X post late on Friday, Apple]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-will-greet-some-owners-by-name-on-its-first-boot/Sat, 10 Oct 2026 13:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-will-greet-some-owners-by-name-on-its-first-boot/ A vinyl skin makes the most sense for anyone who wants to change the Mac mini's appearance while preserving its compact footprint. Unlike a case, a skin provides cosmetic protection rather than meaningful protection against drops.The 2026 Mac]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/redesign-your-new-m6-mac-mini-for-2026-with-these-colorful-wraps/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 21:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/redesign-your-new-m6-mac-mini-for-2026-with-these-colorful-wraps/ You don't know what you've got until it's gone. The iPhone Duo has no Action Button.
Not to keep you hanging, the solution to losing the Action Button on the iPhone Duo is to create a near equivalent. You can replace one of the iPhone's regular lock screen icons with a control or a Shortcut that mimics the Action Button.True, the real Acti]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wean-yourself-off-the-action-button-before-you-get-an-iphone-duo/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 20:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wean-yourself-off-the-action-button-before-you-get-an-iphone-duo/ It's time for a new Apple TV 4K and a Siri Remote with buttons
Apple routinely adds products to its vintage list when it last sold them more than five years ago, but less than seven years ago. It means that those products might be harder to get parts for, should a repair be needed.As of October 9, 2026, the 20]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/my-apple-tv-4k-is-now-vintage-and-im-ready-for-a-new-one/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 19:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/my-apple-tv-4k-is-now-vintage-and-im-ready-for-a-new-one/ Apple's 'not a camera' in-home sensor could mean interesting changes for the smart home
There is a rumor of an Apple-made accessory that resembles a large tube of chapstick that could accompany Apple's rumored Home hub tablet. It would have a sensor in it that captures footage at a low frame rate, but doesn't actually "record" video.I discussed t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-we-trust-it-home-hub-privacy-could-lead-a-smart-home-revolution/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 19:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-we-trust-it-home-hub-privacy-could-lead-a-smart-home-revolution/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/textexpander-has-a-new-free-tier/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 18:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/textexpander-has-a-new-free-tier/ Apple and LG's new home accessories will display helpful hints in the Dynamic Island - image credit: pdfu
When you first set up a device such as AirPods, you bring it close to your iPhone and the two communicate. It's a spectacular example of Apple's integrated ecosystem, and now a similar thing is coming to accessories.These are specifically the LG smart]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/an-iphone-near-an-lg-home-accessory-will-trigger-a-helpful-dynamic-island-hint/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 18:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/an-iphone-near-an-lg-home-accessory-will-trigger-a-helpful-dynamic-island-hint/ iPhone Air 2 could be even thinner than the original
At 5.6mm thick, the iPhone Air is the thinnest iPhone Apple has ever made. Even a year post-launch, it still feels like it could be snapped in half just by picking it up wrong.It could be argued that the iPhone Duo will take the thi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/at-just-52mm-apples-iphone-air-2-might-miss-the-point/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 17:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/at-just-52mm-apples-iphone-air-2-might-miss-the-point/ Save $200 on M5 MacBook Air laptops - Image credit: Apple
Prime Big Deal Days offers on Apple's MacBook Air are still in effect at Amazon, bringing the standard 13-inch model down to $1,099 after a $200 discount. The $200 savings extend to upgraded retail configurations and the 15-inch line as well.Save $200 on M5 MacBook Air
Continue Reading on A]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-m5-macbook-air-is-200-off-with-prices-from-1099/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 17:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-m5-macbook-air-is-200-off-with-prices-from-1099/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/theres-a-way-to-play-meta-quest-games-on-apple-vision-pro/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 17:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/theres-a-way-to-play-meta-quest-games-on-apple-vision-pro/ Telesin Master Grip Kit for iPhone review
I love iPhone photography and Apple has done a lot of work to ensure its computational photography system provides the best and most personal output with each photo. Sometimes, adding accessories can help enhance the experience and elevate the end produ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/telesin-master-grip-kit-for-iphone-review-awkwardly-packaged-real-optical-zoom/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/telesin-master-grip-kit-for-iphone-review-awkwardly-packaged-real-optical-zoom/ Apple is turning its attention to the home in a big way - image credit: Apple.
It seems as if we know everything and nothing about Apple's October 13 announcements. While the new Apple TV 4K, updated HomePod mini, and Home Hub tablet are basically guaranteed at this point, there's a lot we]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/october-apple-announcements-amp-more-home-hub-leaks-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/october-apple-announcements-amp-more-home-hub-leaks-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/ Apple's Welcome Home event is expected to revitalize the smart home
At first, it made sense that Apple would have some background partnership with LG to get a few new products built for Apple Home onto the market. New clues found in code made it clear that Apple has much larger ambitions that should become clear during]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/owning-an-apple-home-second-party-accessories-could-be-the-reboot-we-need/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/owning-an-apple-home-second-party-accessories-could-be-the-reboot-we-need/ Allegedly, iPhone 18 Pro demand is low
In October 2025, it was that the iPhone Air orders might be be changing. In 2024, the iPhone 16 was definitely doomed. Or in 2022, it was that Apple might have have scaled back orders for the iPhone 14.Now Nikkei Asia is reporting that suppliers have been told to cut comp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/right-on-schedule-sources-claim-iphone-18-pro-orders-have-been-cut/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/right-on-schedule-sources-claim-iphone-18-pro-orders-have-been-cut/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/you-can-run-ai-models-on-that-intel-mac-pro/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 13:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/you-can-run-ai-models-on-that-intel-mac-pro/ GarageBand for MacMac's screen. That is, creating the music, producing the track, mastering it, and creating a final song you can share or even sell.
GarageBand is a big stepping stone for Mac users, due to being able to handle all of that work. It's also the starting point for many people wanting to move into a f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-get-started-with-making-music-in-garageband-for-mac/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 13:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-get-started-with-making-music-in-garageband-for-mac/ Huxe could create entire podcasts from a single AI prompt - image credit: Huxe.
Apple is continuously buying AI firms. Usually it's via a whole acquisition, or an acqui-hire where it wants the team more than the product.Now with Huxe, it has entered a deal to offer employment to some or all of the staff,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/huxes-ai-tools-for-creating-podcasts-from-a-prompt-is-bought-by-apple/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 13:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/huxes-ai-tools-for-creating-podcasts-from-a-prompt-is-bought-by-apple/ Bambu Lab A2L
Bambu Lab reached out to me and told me that it would be launching the A2L, a multifunction filament 3D printer designed for the home crafting enthusiast. Of course, I said I wanted to try it.I've spent a couple of months with it at this point, and as you might expect, I have a lot to talk about.
Continue Reading on AppleInsid]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bambu-lab-a2l-review-your-first-3d-printer-with-plenty-of-room-to-grow/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 02:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bambu-lab-a2l-review-your-first-3d-printer-with-plenty-of-room-to-grow/ New MacBook Pro models are expected at a late October event
A previous rumor already set the table for a second October event in the last week of the month. All bets are on M6 Macs and the new iPad mini, but the latest rumor is a little more definitive.According to a report from Bloomberg, Apple will announce the touchscreen MacBook Pro and the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/touchscreen-macbook-pro-amp-oled-ipad-mini-rumored-for-october-27-apple-event/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 22:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/touchscreen-macbook-pro-amp-oled-ipad-mini-rumored-for-october-27-apple-event/ New MacBook Pro models are expected at a late October event
A previous rumor already set the table for a second October event in the last week of the month. All bets are on M6 Macs and the new iPad mini, but the latest rumor is a little more definitive.According to a report from Bloomberg, Apple will announce the touchscreen MacBook Pro and the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/touchscreen-macbook-pro-amp-oled-ipad-mini-coming-at-october-27-apple-event/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 22:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/touchscreen-macbook-pro-amp-oled-ipad-mini-coming-at-october-27-apple-event/ Tim Cook shines the spotlight on the Ternus transition
Apple's new Executive Chairman Tim Cook has been busy with worldwide policy, leaving CEO John Ternus with the day-to-day decision-making at the company. In a recent interview, he said they both have an "incredible level of trust in each other]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-has-no-intention-of-interfering-with-the-john-ternus-era/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 21:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-has-no-intention-of-interfering-with-the-john-ternus-era/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/theres-a-hidden-upside-to-the-rampocalypse-for-apple/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 20:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/theres-a-hidden-upside-to-the-rampocalypse-for-apple/ A new CEO takes over, and roles shift. It's effectively a fact of American business. The latest shuffle is a slight reorganization, with mergers and acquisitions moving to a new person.According to a report on Thursday by Bloomberg, Steve Smith is Apple's new M&A head. Smith was formerly Apple's Senior Director of Corporate Developmen]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ternus-shuffle-apple-names-new-mergers-amp-acquisitions-chief/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 19:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ternus-shuffle-apple-names-new-mergers-amp-acquisitions-chief/ John Ternus at Apple Park during an event
For product launches, Apple is best known for its September special event, which is the venue for new iPhone models like the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo. However, it often holds more events in the fall than just one.Regularly, it holds a second event in October or November,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-to-expect-from-apples-october-13-welcome-home-releases/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 18:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-to-expect-from-apples-october-13-welcome-home-releases/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/greg-jozwiak-teases-october-13-welcome-home/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 18:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/greg-jozwiak-teases-october-13-welcome-home/ Save up to $150 on Apple's 2026 Mac mini.
The best online deals we've seen on Apple's new Mac mini are still in effect after Prime Big Deal Days, with prices starting at $779.99. Even the retail M5 Pro configuration is $150 off, bringing the price down to $1,549.Buy 2026 Mac mini from $779.99
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-mini-m6-m5-pro-deals-from-779-are-still-going-strong/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 17:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-mini-m6-m5-pro-deals-from-779-are-still-going-strong/ Save up to $150 on Apple's 2026 Mac mini.
The best online deals we've seen on Apple's new Mac mini are still in effect after Prime Big Deal Days, with prices starting at $779.99.Buy 2026 Mac mini from $779.99
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-mini-m6-deals-from-779-are-still-going-strong/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 17:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-mini-m6-deals-from-779-are-still-going-strong/ Anna Torv starring in "Dustfall" - image credit: Apple TV.
Broadcasters at least used to all have acquisitions departments, and they are the ones who've bought US shows to worldwide audiences. US networks only more rarely acquired overseas shows, and Apple TV appeared to never quite do it, until now.Apple TV has made deals before so that the BBC, for]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tv-turns-to-australia-acquires-dustfall-crime-drama/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 17:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tv-turns-to-australia-acquires-dustfall-crime-drama/ Save up to $562 on Apple products after Prime Big Deal Days - Image credit: Apple
October Prime Day may have ended, but aggressive deals on Apple hardware have been extended, including price cuts on the new Apple Watch Series 12, M6 Mac mini, and more. Plus snap up MacBook markdowns of up to $562]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/prime-day-deals-extended-179-airpods-pro-3-349-apple-watch-series-12-779-m6-mac-mini/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/prime-day-deals-extended-179-airpods-pro-3-349-apple-watch-series-12-779-m6-mac-mini/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-storytelling-genius-of-steve-jobs/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-storytelling-genius-of-steve-jobs/ The Alexa Tablet 8, Alexa Tablet 11, and Alexa Tablet 12 Pro feature aluminum bodies, upgraded displays, and built-in Alexa+ integration. Preorders opened October 8, with shipping scheduled to begin October 14.Amazon's new tablets also replace the Fire OS software used on existing Fire tablets with Android and full Googl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ipad-has-competition-from-amazons-new-alexa-tablets/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ipad-has-competition-from-amazons-new-alexa-tablets/ Save $562 on Apple's M5 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro - Image credit: Apple
The lowest price in 30 days has taken effect on Apple's current M5 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro, bringing the Space Black model down to $2,436.53. The $562 online discount is the steepest available across retailers per our 16-inch MacBook Pro Price Guide, but delivery dates are already slipping.Save $]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-m5-pro-16-inch-macbook-pro-plunges-to-2437-in-post-prime-day-sale/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-m5-pro-16-inch-macbook-pro-plunges-to-2437-in-post-prime-day-sale/ Jon Prosser in a still from one of his Front Page Tech videos — image credit: Prosser
It's now more than a year since Apple filed suit against Jon Prosser for allegedly obtaining trade secrets concerning what would become iOS 26. The delay has been down to Prosser missing court deadlines and then Ap]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/prossers-lawyers-try-arguing-that-ios-26-isnt-a-trade-secret-anymore/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/prossers-lawyers-try-arguing-that-ios-26-isnt-a-trade-secret-anymore/ Since 2015, you've charged the Magic Mouse through a port on its base
Apple officially unveiled the original Magic Mouse on October 20, 2009. It would ship with all iMacs, but existing Mac owners could buy one for $69.At the time, Apple made a big thing about it being "the world's first multi-touch mouse," and it was right to. Remember,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-magic-mouse-is-17-years-old-its-time-apple-fixed-it/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-magic-mouse-is-17-years-old-its-time-apple-fixed-it/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-elder-scrolls-online-going-apple-silicon-native-finally/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-elder-scrolls-online-going-apple-silicon-native-finally/ iPhone Air 2 could be even thinner than the original
That's according to a post on the Korean Naver blog by the familiar "yeux1122" account that has been responsible for multiple leaks in recent years.If accurate, this news means that the iPhone Air 2 will measure around 5.2mm thick, compared to the iPhone Air']]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/perhaps-obviously-iphone-air-2-rumored-to-be-significantly-thinner-than-original/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/perhaps-obviously-iphone-air-2-rumored-to-be-significantly-thinner-than-original/ Craig Federighi announces Apple Intelligence
Here's the thinking: Apple removed the setting for turning off Apple Intelligence, therefore you can't turn it off. Therefore, organizations that refuse to use AI cannot use macOS Golden Gate and Apple Intelligence, QED.Pictur]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/companies-arent-being-forced-to-stop-buying-macs-because-of-apple-intelligence/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/companies-arent-being-forced-to-stop-buying-macs-because-of-apple-intelligence/ Image credit: Florian Seiffert / @ popipaan on X
It's October, which means those in the northern hemisphere are being treated to the annual Draconid meteor shower. If you've got an iPhone, you're pretty much ready to go take some stunning astrophotography shots yourself.Of course, it]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/your-iphone-can-capture-the-draconid-meteor-shower-if-you-use-the-right-tools/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/your-iphone-can-capture-the-draconid-meteor-shower-if-you-use-the-right-tools/ Apple's current MacBook Pro.
A new MacBook Pro is now expected before the end of November 2026, and it has long been predicted to bring an OLED touch-screen display for the first time. At times, though, it's been expected to be thinner than the current models, but according to Bloomberg, that now isn't the case.Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has repeatedl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/touch-screen-macbook-pro-may-be-lighter-but-it-wont-be-much-thinner/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 13:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/touch-screen-macbook-pro-may-be-lighter-but-it-wont-be-much-thinner/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/total-war-shogun-2-complete-edition-is-coming-to-macos/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 13:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/total-war-shogun-2-complete-edition-is-coming-to-macos/ The current iPad mini
While rumors of an OLED iPad mini have been around since at least December 2024, most reports have predicted a launch by the end of 2026. A great many of those reports, though, have come from the same leaker, who is now also repeating their earlier claims about its displa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/leaker-doubles-down-on-new-ipad-mini-not-having-promotion/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 12:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/leaker-doubles-down-on-new-ipad-mini-not-having-promotion/ Jackery HomePower 2000 Plus v2
There's no shortage of climate catastrophe, power grid problems, or the never-ending onslaught of minor inconveniences. It seems like the moment you get settled in, that's when Murphy's Law rears its ugly head.I don't expect that this will change anytime soon. And in fact, I've learned this l]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/jackery-homepower-2000-plus-v2-review-keeping-you-prepared-when-the-power-goes-out/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 02:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/jackery-homepower-2000-plus-v2-review-keeping-you-prepared-when-the-power-goes-out/ Elton John, King Charles, Tim Cook, and Skye Newman with Creative Labs participants. Image source: Apple
Apple offers a lot of educational experiences for young technologists and developers around the world. One is thanks to a partnership with the King's Trust, which seeks to help empower young people to explore potential career pat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-elton-john-king-charles-launch-apple-x-kings-trust-creative-labs/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 23:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-elton-john-king-charles-launch-apple-x-kings-trust-creative-labs/ New Apple Home accessories could target Apple's features, specifically
A rumor of an unusual partnership between LG and Apple surfaced Tuesday with multiple leaks showing images of said products on Wednesday. Additional information has surfaced that suggests this is a partnership beyond just LG.According to a post from code sleuth pdfu, a "second-party" partnershi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-home-second-party-partnerships-include-more-than-just-lg/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 22:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-home-second-party-partnerships-include-more-than-just-lg/ Elton John, King Charles, Tim Cook, and Skye Newman with Creative Labs participants. Image source: Apple
Apple offers a lot of educational experiences for young technologists and developers around the world. One is thanks to a partnership with the King's Trust, which seeks to help empower young people to explore potential career pat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-x-kings-trust-creative-labs-launch-with-star-studded-meet-and-greet/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 22:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-x-kings-trust-creative-labs-launch-with-star-studded-meet-and-greet/ Save up to $500 on Samsung OLED TVs - Image credit: SamsungContinue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/2026-samsung-oled-tvs-are-discounted-to-as-low-as-99799/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 21:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/2026-samsung-oled-tvs-are-discounted-to-as-low-as-99799/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/belkin-charging-stations-are-up-to-53-off-for-prime-big-deal-days/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/belkin-charging-stations-are-up-to-53-off-for-prime-big-deal-days/ An image of an alleged LG Floodlight Cam - Image Credit: @Ringo_tech/X
Wednesday's news has been dominated by leaks surrounding smart home accessories co-developed by Apple and LG. After the first wave of image leaks for part of the range, there's now photographs of the cameras.The post by @Ringo_tech on X depicts multiple cameras, including the LG Video Doorbell Wired,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/cameras-come-into-focus-in-another-apple-lg-smart-home-leak/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/cameras-come-into-focus-in-another-apple-lg-smart-home-leak/ Amazon About You lets you change what Amazon recommends to you. - Image Credit: Amazon
As the tech revolution has progressed, one of the persistent issues is one of personal privacy.Your information is absolutely being used by companies to extract as much value and money from you as]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-about-you-lets-you-help-amazon-wreck-your-wallet-even-more/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-about-you-lets-you-help-amazon-wreck-your-wallet-even-more/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/trent-crimms-new-book-about-richmond-afc-is-out/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/trent-crimms-new-book-about-richmond-afc-is-out/ Save $200 across Apple's M5 MacBook Air line - Image credit: Apple
Save $200 on Apple's M5 MacBook Air today, with 15-inch models starting at $1,299. These Prime Big Deal Days specials end tonight at 11:59 p.m. PT, although the offers could sell out ahead of time.Save $200 on 15" MacBook Air
Continue Reading]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/last-call-to-grab-apples-15-inch-macbook-air-m5-for-1299/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/last-call-to-grab-apples-15-inch-macbook-air-m5-for-1299/ Save $200 on the Apple Watch Ultra 3 at Amazon - Image credit: Apple
Amazon has cut the price of the Apple Watch Ultra 3 to $599.97, delivering a $200 October Prime Day discount on Apple's premium smartwatch. This is the lowest price on record for the last-gen wearable.Buy Apple Watch Ultra 3 for $599.97
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-apple-watch-ultra-3-to-599-for-prime-big-deal-days/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-apple-watch-ultra-3-to-599-for-prime-big-deal-days/ The Thunderbolt 5 enclosure supports video capture cards, professional audio hardware, RAID controllers, and high-speed networking adapters. Sonnet says the system can deliver up to 6,800 MB/s of bidirectional PCIe bandwidth over Thunderbolt 5.Thunderbolt 5 gives demanding PCI-E cards]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sonnet-thunderbolt-5-enclosure-gives-mac-mini-amp-macbook-pro-pci-e-expansion/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 17:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sonnet-thunderbolt-5-enclosure-gives-mac-mini-amp-macbook-pro-pci-e-expansion/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/you-can-turn-off-amp-delete-apple-intelligence-with-an-app-now/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 17:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/you-can-turn-off-amp-delete-apple-intelligence-with-an-app-now/ Meta's Muse is now available for the iPad, as well as the Mac and the iPhone. Don't use it.
If you need to read any further than the words Meta or Facebook, this is the situation:Meta Muse is an AI agent you can tell not to read your private information, but of course it will anyway.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/metas-muse-is-now-on-the-ipad-app-store-leave-it-there/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 17:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/metas-muse-is-now-on-the-ipad-app-store-leave-it-there/ Cook made the comments during a visit to Strasbourg, where he met European Parliament President Roberta Metsola and lawmakers working on children's online safety.He welcomed the European Parliament's effort t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/child-safety-policy-puts-apple-amp-brussels-on-unusually-similar-ground/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 16:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/child-safety-policy-puts-apple-amp-brussels-on-unusually-similar-ground/ The alleged Apple-LG smart home devices - Image credit: @pdfu/X
On Tuesday, a report surfaced claiming Apple and LG worked together on a selection of smart home devices, which will probably be released solely under the LG brand. The list of hardware revealed at the time included a smart deadbolt lock and a trio of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-is-what-apple-amp-lg-home-accessories-will-look-like/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 16:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-is-what-apple-amp-lg-home-accessories-will-look-like/ At least one ad agency was initially blocked in Safari when iOS 27 was launched.
Apple introduced App Tracking Transparency back in 2021 in order that users had to choose to allow ad companies to track them using identifiers. After a heavy initial impact, though, the rates of u]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-escalating-crackdown-on-ad-vendors-is-catching-some-innocent-victims/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 16:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-escalating-crackdown-on-ad-vendors-is-catching-some-innocent-victims/ M6 chip die shot - Image Credit: High Yield, SemiAnalysis/YouTube
The M6 introduced with the Mac mini in August is the first desktop-class Apple chip using a 2-nanometer fabrication process. The change, which means Apple can make the chips denser, has resulted in big improvements in terms of performance.Die shots posted to YouTube by High]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-apples-m6-chip-gets-more-performance-at-a-smaller-scale/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 15:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-apples-m6-chip-gets-more-performance-at-a-smaller-scale/ Prime Day Apple deals end tonight - Image credit: Apple
Prime Big Deal Days offers end soon and Apple products have been front and center during the sale. These Prime deals knock up to $200 off current hardware, but inventory may be limited and the offers may sell out before tonight's 11:59 p.m. PT expiration]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/prime-day-deals-end-tonight-1099-m5-macbook-air-179-airpods-pro-199-apple-watch/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 15:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/prime-day-deals-end-tonight-1099-m5-macbook-air-179-airpods-pro-199-apple-watch/ The EU is looking for tax income for its 2028-2034 budget from US Big Tech - image credit: EU
Back in July 2025, the European Union dropped its plans for a tax on Big Tech firms, seemingly as part of a move to appease Trump during trade negotiations. Now according to the Financial Times, the EU has a new plan that would raise]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/eu-big-tech-tax-hike-faces-opposition-not-just-from-us-but-at-home-too/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/eu-big-tech-tax-hike-faces-opposition-not-just-from-us-but-at-home-too/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hackintosh-amp-intel-mac-pro-owners-might-be-able-to-run-nvidia-cards-soon/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hackintosh-amp-intel-mac-pro-owners-might-be-able-to-run-nvidia-cards-soon/ Apple CEO John Ternus
As per regulatory rules in the United States, Apple issues a quarterly report revealing its financial performance during the period, The fourth-quarter results arrive at the start of November, as per the usual timings.In a notification to investors and analysts, Apple ha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-to-expect-from-apples-q4-2026-financial-report-on-november-2/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-to-expect-from-apples-q4-2026-financial-report-on-november-2/ A collection of home cameras, a market Apple should be joining soon.Late on Tuesday, a report surfaced claiming that Apple is working with LG on a number of smart home devices, including security cameras. However, the rumored lineup with LG is apparently not the same as Apple's own smart home imaging effort.In a post to X clarifyin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/lg-is-just-the-start-apple-is-still-working-on-its-own-smart-home-cameras/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/lg-is-just-the-start-apple-is-still-working-on-its-own-smart-home-cameras/ Quick Look showing a double-page spread on the iPhone Duo - image credit: pdfu
Following code leaker pdfu's revealing a minimalist redesign of Focus Mode for the iPhone Duo, they're back with more. This time it's another small update, but one that shows how Apple is sweating the details on iOS for the iPhone Du]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-has-a-book-like-two-page-quick-look-layout/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-has-a-book-like-two-page-quick-look-layout/ Apple Watch Series 12 review: The best non-Ultra yet
Some Apple Watch updates are hard to distinguish from the previous model. Others bring design changes that are immediately obvious.And then there's the Apple Watch Series 12.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-series-12-review-upgraded-where-it-was-needed/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-series-12-review-upgraded-where-it-was-needed/ Formula 1 on Apple TV
Soon it's not just going to be "F1: The Movie" whose sound is award-worthy.Apple has announced that it is partnering with Dolby Laboratories to bring Dolby Atmos audio from the race track and the pit lane to viewers."If you are a sports fan today, our viewpoint today is that the experience is — am going to be polite and say not easy," Oliver Schusser]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/formula-1-gains-dolby-atmos-starting-with-the-us-grand-prix/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 12:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/formula-1-gains-dolby-atmos-starting-with-the-us-grand-prix/ uGreen NASync DXP6800 Ultra review
A NAS lives or dies on two things. One is how much it can contain, the other is how fast you can move it.uGreen's DXP6800 Ultra bets hard on the second. It piles on connectivity that pricier rivals often charge extra for.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ugreen-nasync-dxp6800-ultra-review-halfway-between-ai-powerhouse-and-basic-nas/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 01:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ugreen-nasync-dxp6800-ultra-review-halfway-between-ai-powerhouse-and-basic-nas/ Apple's smart home could see a big upgrade on October 13
An unannounced Apple Home event is expected to take place on October 13 with a new Apple TV, upgraded HomePod mini, and the debut of the long-rumored Apple Home Hub. A new last-minute rumor suggests that additional home accessories could be coming soon to accompany Apple's new]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-apple-home-accessories-are-coming-thanks-to-an-unusual-partnership-with-lg/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 23:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-apple-home-accessories-are-coming-thanks-to-an-unusual-partnership-with-lg/ Apple CEO John Ternus
As per regulatory rules in the United States, Apple issues a quarterly report revealing its financial performance during the period, The fourth-quarter results arrive at the start of November, as per the usual timings.In a notification to investors and analysts, Apple ha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-q4-2026-results-will-be-on-november-2/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 23:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-q4-2026-results-will-be-on-november-2/ Apple's brand-new Mac Studio is up to $200 off for fall Prime Day.
Amazon has the lowest price available on the standard M5 Max Mac Studio this Prime Big Deal Days, with Apple Premier Partner Expercom competing for your business on upgraded models.Here are three offers we're following during the 2-day shopping event, with an in-depth rundown of pric]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-mac-studio-prime-day-deals-offer-up-to-200-in-savings/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 23:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-mac-studio-prime-day-deals-offer-up-to-200-in-savings/ The Apple Watch 4 is as easy (or as difficult) to repair as its predecessor.
With the Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra, Apple introduced a revamped health sensing system, better battery life, and a more powerful S11 chip. Design-wise, however, the two models are effectively the same as their predecessors, inside and out.It's safe to say]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-series-12-is-easier-to-repair-apple-watch-ultra-4-remains-unchanged/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 23:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-series-12-is-easier-to-repair-apple-watch-ultra-4-remains-unchanged/ Pick up AirPods 4 for just $79 while supplies last.
The $79 AirPods 4 special delivers the lowest price available on the last-gen earbuds. Because Amazon is sold out of AirPods 4, Walmart's offer could end soon.Buy AirPods 4 for $79
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/walmart-challenges-amazon-prime-big-deal-days-with-79-airpods-4-deal/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 21:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/walmart-challenges-amazon-prime-big-deal-days-with-79-airpods-4-deal/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-is-blowing-out-kindles-at-up-to-34-off/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 20:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-is-blowing-out-kindles-at-up-to-34-off/ macOS Tahoe 26 - Image Credit: Apple
While Apple's main focus is on updating its 27-generation operating systems, it also periodically updates its previous releases. In one release to testers on October 6, Apple is preparing two such updates for macOS Tahoe and macOS Sequoia.The release candidates of macOS 16.8.2 and macOS 26.7.2 mean Apple b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/release-candidates-of-macos-tahoe-sequoia-updates-are-out-for-testing/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 19:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/release-candidates-of-macos-tahoe-sequoia-updates-are-out-for-testing/ The Mac Studio has had the most dramatic price rises, but no Apple product will escape further increases.
This isn't a sales post. We can't say what we're about to say any more clearly.If you are in the market now for any Apple device at all, or you expect to be soon, do not wait. Retail pricing will not get cheaper any time soon.
Continue R]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/well-be-shocked-if-there-isnt-another-apple-price-hike-before-march-2027/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 19:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/well-be-shocked-if-there-isnt-another-apple-price-hike-before-march-2027/ WiCi One - Image Credit: WiCi
The graphics processing unit (GPU) is an important part of everyday computing. Doing everything from handling graphics for games to processing AI tasks locally.For users of small computers incapable of holding a full-size graphics card, such as a thin notebook or a compact computer, an option is an external GPU enclosure.
Continu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/a-wi-fi-egpu-for-mac-sounds-good-in-theory-if-you-can-afford-it/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 19:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/a-wi-fi-egpu-for-mac-sounds-good-in-theory-if-you-can-afford-it/ The Prime-exclusive discounts run from 19% to 32% off list prices. Screen size, refresh rate, panel type, stand adjustment, and connectivity separate the five monitors more than their shared 4K resolution.Samsung offers the lowest price, ASUS delivers a larger IPS panel for only a few dollars more, Dell pushes refresh rate to 1]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/prime-big-deal-days-4k-monitor-deals-deliver-prices-as-low-as-170/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 18:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/prime-big-deal-days-4k-monitor-deals-deliver-prices-as-low-as-170/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/theres-a-new-and-good-looking-ipod-clone-coming-in-2027/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 18:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/theres-a-new-and-good-looking-ipod-clone-coming-in-2027/ Image credit: Apple TV | 'The Choir' stars James Corden and Ruth Jones
On Tuesday, Apple TV announced "The Choir," a comedic drama created by and starring James Corden and Ruth Jones. It's the duo's first project together since "Gaven & Stacey: The Finale"After years abroad, Ben (Corden) reluctantly returns to the English hometown he never liked and the family he le]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/james-corden-and-ruth-jones-reunite-for-apple-tvs-the-choir/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/james-corden-and-ruth-jones-reunite-for-apple-tvs-the-choir/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-is-blowing-out-kindles-at-up-to-50-off/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-is-blowing-out-kindles-at-up-to-50-off/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/rumor-apple-considered-16gb-iphone-18-pro-iphone-duo/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/rumor-apple-considered-16gb-iphone-18-pro-iphone-duo/ I'm sorry, Dave, I'm afraid I can't do that. HomePod mini is to get a new animation when it can't accept a touch request - image credit: pdfu.
In retrospect the only unusual thing is that it took Apple years to figure out a way to make people buy four HomePod mini devices at a time. Then back in September 2026, it was r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-four-homepod-mini-surround-sound-config-will-come-with-smart-home-updates/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-four-homepod-mini-surround-sound-config-will-come-with-smart-home-updates/ Get tips on submitting your iPhone Duo app.
Sign up for new iPhone Duo Group Labs.Join us for a new developer event on speed and efficiency.
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Read now]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hello-developer-october-2026/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hello-developer-october-2026/ Thunderbolt docks make it easy to turn a MacBook into a desktop workstation with a single cable. They can add displays, storage, Ethernet, card readers, and other peripherals without cluttering your setup.We've tested and covered a wide range of Thunderbolt docks, and Amazon's latest discounts make the newer Thunderbolt 5 generation much easier to justify.
Co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/these-thunderbolt-5-docks-have-steep-prime-big-deal-days-discounts/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 16:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/these-thunderbolt-5-docks-have-steep-prime-big-deal-days-discounts/ A sensor on an Apple Watch Series 11
In November 2025, Masimo was awarded $634 million in compensation, after a federal jury agreed heart rate notification features and the Apple Watch workout mode violated its patents. Eleven months later, Apple has to pay even more.An October 5 ruling by Federal Judge James Selina r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/interest-is-making-apples-payout-to-masimo-much-larger/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/interest-is-making-apples-payout-to-masimo-much-larger/ A new Apple Logo in the macOS 27.2 developer beta - Image Credit: @madeby_ldt/X
The latest developer beta of macOS 27.2 includes various changes, but also one affecting Apple Music. The streaming service is getting a new logo, its first after its launch 11 years ago.Spotted by @madeby_ldt on X late on Monday, and confirmed shortly after by leake]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/modernized-apple-music-logo-is-now-chunkier-than-ever/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 14:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/modernized-apple-music-logo-is-now-chunkier-than-ever/ Apple is now accepting apps that have been updated for the iPhone Duo.
Users will probably have to race to get an iPhone Duo order in when pre-orders start, but developers have a different target date. They are trying to get their apps onto the App Store for October 23, 2026, the day that the iPhone Duo arrives in buyers' hands.Eventually]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/developers-can-now-submit-iphone-duo-apps-amp-hope-for-approved-in-time/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/developers-can-now-submit-iphone-duo-apps-amp-hope-for-approved-in-time/ Apple is now accepting apps that have been updated for the iPhone Duo.
Users will probably have to race to get an iPhone Duo order in when pre-orders start, but developers have a different target date. They are trying to get their apps onto the App Store for October 23, 2026, the day that the iPhone Duo arrives in buyers' hands.Eventually]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/developers-can-now-submit-iphone-duo-apps-amp-hope-for-approval-in-time/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/developers-can-now-submit-iphone-duo-apps-amp-hope-for-approval-in-time/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/imperfect-women-returning-for-second-season/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/imperfect-women-returning-for-second-season/ OpenAI is best known for creating ChatGPT but it is also working on hardware devices
The case hasn't gone to trial yet and already OpenAI has pivoted from pleading innocence to saying it's Apple's fault if it can't keep trade secrets. Now even as Apple has protested that every day's delay does material harm, OpenAI is delaying everything it can.That]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-change-the-subject-apple-tells-openai-over-its-lawsuit/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 12:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-change-the-subject-apple-tells-openai-over-its-lawsuit/ Save $150 on Apple's newest Mac mini.
Reflecting the lowest price in 30 days, Amazon's $949.99 deal on the M6 Mac mini with an upgrade to 512GB of storage is likely to sell out quickly. Now $150 off, this October Prime Day deal sits alongside markdowns on the standard M6 Mac mini and the M6 Mac mini with 24GB RAM, which can be found below.Save $150 on M6 Mac mini 512GB
Conti]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-m6-mac-mini-with-512gb-ssd-plunges-to-949-for-prime-day/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-m6-mac-mini-with-512gb-ssd-plunges-to-949-for-prime-day/ Save up to $500 on Apple products for Prime Big Deal Days - Image credit: Apple, Amazon
October Prime Day is officially here, and aggressive deals on Apple hardware are at your fingertips, including price cuts on the new Apple Watch Series 12, M6 Mac mini, and more. Plus snap up MacBook markdowns]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-prime-big-deal-days-offers-on-apple-watch-airpods-mac-ipad-amp-more/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-prime-big-deal-days-offers-on-apple-watch-airpods-mac-ipad-amp-more/ Learn how to filter, report, and block messages on iPhone
At WWDC 2025, Apple announced that it would be bringing enhanced message filtering capabilities to Messages. As promised, they rolled out as part of iOS 26, released in September 2025. They continue to be available in iOS 27.The new features are designed to help manage the onslaught of texts everyo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-use-filtering-in-messages-on-ios-27/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 04:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-use-filtering-in-messages-on-ios-27/ New MacBook Pro models are expected soon
It is gearing up to be a very busy October for Apple, as iPhone Duo ships, Apple Home gets several new products, and now a possible new Mac launch. Earlier rumors placed Macs in November, but it seems the "Scary Fast" event could see a repeat in 2026.According to anonymous sources speaking to MacRumors,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/second-october-event-possible-with-new-macs-as-the-focus/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 04:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/second-october-event-possible-with-new-macs-as-the-focus/ Get the latest version of Xcode
Register to attend an iPhone Duo workshop
Learn more about iPhone Duo
Prepare your App Store pro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/prepare-and-submit-your-apps-for-iphoneduo/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 02:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/prepare-and-submit-your-apps-for-iphoneduo/ macOS 27.2 beta 3 includes new touchscreen gestures for system apps.
While rumors of a MacBook Pro with a touchscreen go back years, it looks as though the device is finally nearing release. Monday's macOS 27.2 beta indicates that multiple system applications will receive additional touch recognition capabilities.As MacRumors points o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macos-development-continues-to-hint-at-touchscreen-macbooks/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macos-development-continues-to-hint-at-touchscreen-macbooks/ Siri AI & Smart Replies might be offered with the next-generation Apple TV 4K.
Back in June 2026, tvOS 27 code suggested that the next-generation Apple TV 4K would support Siri AI. Apple's own software has once again referenced the same upgrade, which is both inevitable and an obvious choice at this point.On Monday, Apple re]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-amp-smart-replies-coming-to-the-apple-tv-tvos-272-code-suggests/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 23:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-amp-smart-replies-coming-to-the-apple-tv-tvos-272-code-suggests/ Siri AI & Smart Replies might be offered with the next-generation Apple TV 4K.
Back in June 2026, tvOS 27 code suggested that the next-generation Apple TV 4K would support Siri AI. Apple's own software has once again referenced the same upgrade, which is both inevitable and an obvious choice at this point.On Monday, Apple re]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-amp-smart-replies-coming-to-apple-tv-hardware/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 23:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-amp-smart-replies-coming-to-apple-tv-hardware/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/showcase-your-apps-with-new-assets-on-the-appstore/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 22:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/showcase-your-apps-with-new-assets-on-the-appstore/ Apple Cash
Apple Cash users are starting to receive emails from Apple about a few changes happening to the service. The changes are being prompted by Green Dot Bank, the financial partner for Apple Cash, with the email pointing to the three biggest changes to the fine print.The first change is that, from November 9, Green Dot Bank will s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/identity-verification-to-be-required-when-reloading-apple-cash/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 20:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/identity-verification-to-be-required-when-reloading-apple-cash/ iOS 27 on an iPhone
The third developer beta round of Apple's first post-milestone updates has rolled around. Developers now have fresh builds of iOS 27.2, iPadOS 27.2, macOS 27.2 Golden Gate, watchOS 27.2, visionOS 27.,2 and tvOS 27.2 to try out.Normally, you would expect that the first updates will be for the 27.1 versions, as a point-1 release usually f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/third-developer-betas-for-ios-272-macos-272-land-for-testing/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 20:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/third-developer-betas-for-ios-272-macos-272-land-for-testing/ Apple One
The latest Apple One increases add to the rising cost of Apple's subscription services. These rising fees could change the value proposition for customers weighing bundles against individual subscriptions.Apple One Family plan now costs more in 12 countries. Apple One Premier pricing has increased in Portugal, Spain, and Switzerland]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-one-subscribers-in-europe-hit-with-a-price-increase/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-one-subscribers-in-europe-hit-with-a-price-increase/ iCloud
One of the features of iCloud+ is the ability to set up custom email domains with the service. Instead of using the old iCloud.com or mac.com addresses, users were able to connect domain names they owned and have custom emails instead.On September 30, as first spotted on Reddit, an Apple Support page was quietly updated to reveal a c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/icloud-custom-emails-limit-raised-from-three-to-a-more-sane-ten/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/icloud-custom-emails-limit-raised-from-three-to-a-more-sane-ten/ Save up to $120 on Apple AirPods for Prime Big Deal Days - Image credit: Apple
Amazon's $70 discount on AirPods Pro 3 is live now as Prime Big Deal Days offers heat up before the sale starts tomorrow.Buy AirPods Pro 3 for $179
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/prime-day-airpods-deals-179-airpods-pro-3-120-off-airpods-max-2/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/prime-day-airpods-deals-179-airpods-pro-3-120-off-airpods-max-2/ Smart Home Insider Podcast
Guest host this week is Raj Sundar who serves as the Senior Director of Product Management at Xthings. Xthings is the parent company of both Ultraloq and Ulticam that focus on smart home security with access control devices and cameras respectively.Before getting into the interview, we round up all of the latest news f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-smart-home-plans-amp-xthings-security-with-raj-sundar-on-smart-home-insider/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-smart-home-plans-amp-xthings-security-with-raj-sundar-on-smart-home-insider/ Save up to $100 across the Apple Watch Ultra 4, Series 12 lineup - Image credit: Apple
A variety of Apple Watch styles are already on sale ahead of Prime Big Deal Days on October 6. Save $100 on select styles of the brand-new Apple Watch Ultra 4, but quantities are limited and inventory is already selling out. The $699.99 price is the lowest w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-prime-day-deals-drive-series-12-down-to-349-100-off-ultra-4/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-prime-day-deals-drive-series-12-down-to-349-100-off-ultra-4/ The late Steve Jobs, shown here at the 2010 launch of the iPad - image credit: Apple.
It has been an annual tradition for Tim Cook to post on X about Steve Jobs on this anniversary date, and he's now been joined for the first time by John Ternus. Cook has long been known as a personal friend of Jobs, but Ternus was at Apple for the man's last ten years.Yet it's Ter]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ternus-and-cook-commemorate-steve-jobs-on-the-15th-anniversary-of-his-death/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ternus-and-cook-commemorate-steve-jobs-on-the-15th-anniversary-of-his-death/ Save up to $200 on new Mac mini, Mac Studio desktops.
You can pick up the standard M6 Mac mini today at Amazon for $779.99, reflecting a $120 markdown off MSRP. This is the lowest online 2026 Mac mini price seen when having the desktop shipped to your door.Buy M6 Mac mini for $779.99
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-up-to-200-off-2026-mac-mini-mac-studio/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-up-to-200-off-2026-mac-mini-mac-studio/ Continue Reading on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/old-macs-could-run-tahoe-soon-with-this-great-hack/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/old-macs-could-run-tahoe-soon-with-this-great-hack/ RemoveMacAI helps save disk space by deleting Apple Intelligence models.Apple Intelligence is generally a good set of features for Apple's ecosystem of devices. However, not everyone particularly wants to use it.That is especially a problem for Mac users with small drives and constrained spare capacity. For those stuck with a 256GB SSD, recovering 12GB can be extrem]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dumb-down-your-mac-save-12gb-by-removing-apple-intelligence/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dumb-down-your-mac-save-12gb-by-removing-apple-intelligence/ Left: the new lock screen Focus Model button. Right: the Focus Mode icon moves to above the clock. Images credit: pdfu
It's not the Focus Mode update many have been asking for, the one where Apple removes the limit of just ten options. But it's a rearrangement and redesign of how Focus Modes appear on the lock screen and it's a more minimalist look that will hopefully spre]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duos-small-outer-screen-prompts-minimalist-focus-mode-update/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duos-small-outer-screen-prompts-minimalist-focus-mode-update/ Mac mini M5 Pro review: tiny and mighty
The gap between the two Mac minis in 2026 is wider than you'd think at first glance. Like the Pro model before it, the M5 Pro Mac mini has Thunderbolt 5, far more cores, and faster memory.It also adds a lot to the price. At $1,699, it edges toward Mac Studio territory. It's a great computer, but it's hard to recommend when you]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-mini-m5-pro-review-mini-gets-serious-with-one-caveat/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 13:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-mini-m5-pro-review-mini-gets-serious-with-one-caveat/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/are-you-an-elite-barista-apple-is-hiring/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 13:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/are-you-an-elite-barista-apple-is-hiring/ Steve Jobs, famously sitting with an original iMac
Apple co-founder Steve Jobs died at around 3:00 p.m. Pacific Time on Wednesday October 5, 2011. He was at his Palo Alto home. The Santa Clara County Public Health]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/remembering-steve-jobs-15-years-after-his-death/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 12:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/remembering-steve-jobs-15-years-after-his-death/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-50-off-beats-studio-pro-headphones/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 06:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-50-off-beats-studio-pro-headphones/ Apple Pay in action.Sunday Reboot is a weekly column covering some of the lighter stories within the Apple reality distortion field from the past seven days. All to get next week underway with a good first step.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-waiting-a-decade-for-apple-pay-and-apple-music/Sun, 04 Oct 2026 22:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-waiting-a-decade-for-apple-pay-and-apple-music/ Apple CEO John Ternus - Image Credit: Apple
The era of Tim Cook as Apple CEO was one of growth, with sales and manufacturing the core of his tenure at the top. Under the rule of Ternus, design is becoming a top priority once more for the company, as Ternus aims to add more to the company by strengthening its weaker areas.Writing in Sunday']]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/design-is-a-jobsian-level-focus-for-john-ternus/Sun, 04 Oct 2026 17:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/design-is-a-jobsian-level-focus-for-john-ternus/ Apple's MacBook Pro.
Every detail of the expected MacBook Pro refresh has been rumored, sometimes for years, as Apple hasn't made even a minor design change since 2022. That includes the expectation that the new MacBook Pro will be lighter, which was first reported back in 2024.However, Bloomberg now claims that the weight differ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/touch-screen-macbook-pro-will-be-significantly-lighter/Sun, 04 Oct 2026 16:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/touch-screen-macbook-pro-will-be-significantly-lighter/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/initial-basic-m4-support-coming-to-linux-74/Sun, 04 Oct 2026 16:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/initial-basic-m4-support-coming-to-linux-74/ The Apple Store in Garden State Plaza in New Jersey.The latest in an occasional AppleInsider series, looking at the world of Apple-related crime.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/crime-blotter-two-arrested-for-stealing-from-apple-store-yoga-store/Sun, 04 Oct 2026 13:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/crime-blotter-two-arrested-for-stealing-from-apple-store-yoga-store/ Pick up AirPods Pro for as low as $89.99 during Prime Big Deal Days
Amazon's $70 discount on AirPods Pro 3 is live now as Prime Big Deal Days offers heat up. This is within $10 of the lowest price on record at Amazon for Apple's high-end earbuds and the steepest discount currently available across the in-ear AirPods lineup.Buy AirPods Pro 3]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-pro-plunge-to-as-low-as-8999-for-fall-prime-day/Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-pro-plunge-to-as-low-as-8999-for-fall-prime-day/ Grab Apple Watch deals from $199 for Prime Big Deal Days - Image credit: Apple
Amazon's $199 Apple Watch SE 3 deal has returned for Prime Big Deal Days. With savings of up to $200 off Apple Watch models, you can pick up Apple's wearable at a substantial discount, perfect for picking up an early holiday gift for yourself or others.Grab Apple Watch deals from]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-199-apple-watch-deal-is-back-for-prime-big-deal-days/Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-199-apple-watch-deal-is-back-for-prime-big-deal-days/ Prime Day iPad mini deals knock $100 off - Image credit: Apple
Pick up the $100 discount at Amazon on this weekend with the Prime markdown, despite Prime Big Deal Days officially starting on October 6.Buy iPad mini 7 for $499
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-100-off-ipad-mini-7-ahead-of-prime-big-deal-days/Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-100-off-ipad-mini-7-ahead-of-prime-big-deal-days/ Save $200 across the M5 MacBook Air line - Image credit: Apple
Amazon has slashed Apple's M5 MacBook Air by $200, with a number of retail configurations eligible for the triple-digit markdown. Both 13-inch and 15-inch models are included, with prices starting at $1,099.Save $200 on M5 MacBook Air
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-1099-m5-macbook-air-deal-offers-200-october-prime-day-savings/Sun, 04 Oct 2026 06:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-1099-m5-macbook-air-deal-offers-200-october-prime-day-savings/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-southgate-reopening-on-october-23/Sat, 03 Oct 2026 17:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-southgate-reopening-on-october-23/ iPhone 18 Pro Max
Since launch, iPhone 18 Pro Max models have been dropping off the AT&T network. In some cases, never to return.After an OS update earlier in the week, and a carrier settings update on Friday, the problem may no longer manifest for those who haven't seen it. But, that doesn't help if your iPhone has issues already.
Conti]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-your-iphone-18-pro-max-always-says-sos-you-need-to-get-it-replaced/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 23:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-your-iphone-18-pro-max-always-says-sos-you-need-to-get-it-replaced/ Apple to tighten Mac Full Disk Access over AI privacy risks
On Friday, Apple announced plans to tighten Full Disk Access controls on the Mac as AI agents gain access to sensitive personal information. The permission lets apps bypass privacy protections and could expose messages, email, files, and browsing history.Recent incidents involving M]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-moves-to-protect-private-mac-data-from-overreaching-ai-apps/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 22:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-moves-to-protect-private-mac-data-from-overreaching-ai-apps/ SwitchBot Lock Vision Pro review: bare minimum Apple Home integration
When SwitchBot reached out to ask me to conduct a review of some of its products, I was excited. The company has been releasing increasingly interesting products in recent years, and I was eager to see how they'd integrate with my Apple Home.The problem is, bey]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/switchbot-lock-vision-pro-review-lack-of-home-key-support-will-drive-apple-users-away/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 22:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/switchbot-lock-vision-pro-review-lack-of-home-key-support-will-drive-apple-users-away/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Di]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/theres-a-new-way-to-run-android-apps-on-mac/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 21:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/theres-a-new-way-to-run-android-apps-on-mac/ I reviewed the iPhone 18 Pro Max for AppleInsider, giving it a very respectable four stars out of five. At the time I wrote that review, and for the next three weeks as I write this, it's the very best iPhone money can buy.The iPhone 18 Pro Max has three great cameras]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/why-i-cant-wait-to-swap-this-iphone-18-pro-max-for-an-iphone-duo/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 21:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/why-i-cant-wait-to-swap-this-iphone-18-pro-max-for-an-iphone-duo/ Apple plans Mac Mail fix as Microsoft phases out EWS
The disruption concerns work or school accounts hosted through Microsoft's Exchange Online service. This can disrupt Mail, Calendar, Contacts, Notes, and Reminders, while Apple prepares an update and administrators retain temporary options.A reader from Old Dominion University forwarded an IT notice reporting problems accessing unive]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-plans-fix-as-microsofts-exchange-shutdown-disrupts-mac-email/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-plans-fix-as-microsofts-exchange-shutdown-disrupts-mac-email/ Google has had an antitrust case dismissed
Google recently escaped having its search and advertising business split over antitrust accusations from the Department of Justice. But it has been facing multiple other antitrust cases and now there's one fewer.According to Reuters, Google's parent company Alphabet had convinced a US fe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/judge-gives-google-legal-permission-to-steal-content-for-ai-summaries/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/judge-gives-google-legal-permission-to-steal-content-for-ai-summaries/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/updates-to-full-disk-access-in-macos/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/updates-to-full-disk-access-in-macos/ Save up to $600 on Apple ahead of fall Prime Day - Image credit: Apple, Amazon
Early Prime Big Deal Days savings are going on now, and we've compiled top picks delivering up to $600 off ahead of the October 6-7 sale.Shop early Prime deals
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/early-october-prime-day-deals-save-up-to-600-on-mac-apple-watch-jackery-ugreen/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/early-october-prime-day-deals-save-up-to-600-on-mac-apple-watch-jackery-ugreen/ M6 Mac mini review
I have loved the Mac mini since day one, more than 20 years ago. There has been one in my house consistently since the first G4 model, generally attached to a television, or used as a server, and so forth.Oddly, the 2026 M6 Mac mini is not the cheapest Mac overall. The MacBook Neo has something to say]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m6-mac-mini-review-excellent-hardware-hampered-by-inadequate-ssd-storage/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m6-mac-mini-review-excellent-hardware-hampered-by-inadequate-ssd-storage/ You probably don't want Meta working your MacBook Pro, no matter how cute - image credit: Meta.
The iPhone 18 Pro Max camera system is Apple's best yet, but the gains are small year-over-year. The more interesting comparison will be when your hosts can get their hands on iPhone Duo to see exactly how that]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/home-hub-iphone-18-pro-cameras-and-meta-vr-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/home-hub-iphone-18-pro-cameras-and-meta-vr-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/ AT&T has reportedly told iPhone 18 Pro Max users to update iOS - image credit: AT&T.
The key problem, believed to affect only a small number of users, is that the iPhone 18 Pro Max on AT&T may not make or receive calls, nor always send and receive text messages. AT&T has now texted customers telling them to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/optimistic-atampt-tells-iphone-18-pro-max-ios-2701-update-will-fix-call-problems/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/optimistic-atampt-tells-iphone-18-pro-max-ios-2701-update-will-fix-call-problems/ Your Mac desk setup deserves more than just a nice chair
If you're reading this, chances are you probably spend a little too much time sitting at a computer desk. Whether for business or pleasure, the science is pretty clear about it: sitting at a desk all day isn't great for your health.Fortunately, there are options to make your time at the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/be-more-comfortable-at-your-desk-and-think-about-ergonomics/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/be-more-comfortable-at-your-desk-and-think-about-ergonomics/ M6 Mac mini review
I have loved the Mac mini since day one, more than 20 years ago. There has been one in my house consistently since the first G4 model, generally attached to a television, or used as a server, and so forth.Oddly, the 2026 M6 Mac mini is not the cheapest Mac overall. The MacBook Neo has something to say]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m6-mac-mini-review-excellent-hardware-badly-hampered-by-too-small-ssd/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m6-mac-mini-review-excellent-hardware-badly-hampered-by-too-small-ssd/ Final Cut Pro will soon get a major version update
Final Cut Pro 12.4 was released on September 29 with the ability to add Cinematic mode effects captured with iPhone 18 Pro. Apple's next update could arrive sometime in October, given a recent accidental YouTube posting.Reddit user Sweaty_Succotash_375 pointed ou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-final-cut-pro-13-features-leak-ahead-of-announcement/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 23:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-final-cut-pro-13-features-leak-ahead-of-announcement/ Final Cut Pro will soon get a major version update
Final Cut Pro 12.4 was released on September 29 with the ability to add Cinematic mode effects captured with iPhone 18 Pro. Apple's next update could arrive sometime in October, given a recent accidental YouTube posting.Reddit user Sweaty_Succotash]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/final-cut-pro-13-leaks-ahead-of-announcement-with-several-new-features/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 22:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/final-cut-pro-13-leaks-ahead-of-announcement-with-several-new-features/ iPhone Duo's cover layer will be easily replaced for just $19 with AppleCare
Apple's iPhone Duo may be the most complex and expensive iPhone to date, but thankfully it appears to be inexpensive to repair. At least, that will be the case if you have AppleCare.According to Apple's service and repair website, first discovered by Qui]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-inner-display-has-a-replaceable-19-top-layer/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 21:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-inner-display-has-a-replaceable-19-top-layer/ GrayKey maker claims to prevent iPhone inactivity boot
Magnet Forensics claims its tools preserve iPhone data that Apple's security features would otherwise make harder to access. The tools could give police more time to extract sensitive information from seized devices.In iOS 18.1, Apple introduced a new privacy feature, a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/graykey-might-have-a-workaround-for-apples-iphone-reboot-protection/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 21:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/graykey-might-have-a-workaround-for-apples-iphone-reboot-protection/ MacBook Neo and iPads are set to replace Chromebooks in Texas schools
Beaumont Independent School District's board approved a four-year, $11.19 million lease for 14,585 Apple devices. The district expects annual payments of about $2.8 million to replace aging equipment used by students and teachers.The lease, reported by Beaumont En]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/texas-school-district-makes-129m-deal-with-apple-as-chromebook-repair-costs-skyrocket/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/texas-school-district-makes-129m-deal-with-apple-as-chromebook-repair-costs-skyrocket/ Check if you’re affected. In Certificates, Identifiers & Profiles, look for certificates expiring on or before February 1, 2027. See Replacing Developer ID certificates issued from the previous Sub-CA for help identifying your certificate’s authority.Create a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/upcoming-expiration-of-developer-id-certification-authority-sub-ca/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/upcoming-expiration-of-developer-id-certification-authority-sub-ca/ Getting the glass Apple TV logo ready for filming — image credit: AdAge
Apple has famously not bought any broadcaster or streamer's library of titles, but from early on it has bought the occasional film. Now following one tranche of titles back in August, Apple TV has added still more, all included in its subscription.Unless you buy out an entire]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/watch-yet-more-classic-movies-for-free-on-apple-tv/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/watch-yet-more-classic-movies-for-free-on-apple-tv/ Apple is poised to enter the smart security camera market
The device, code-named J450, is designed to complement Apple's upcoming HomeHub. It would provide text updates about people and pets instead of letting users access a video feed.On Thursday's episode of the Power On podcast, Mark Gurman described the device as a cylinder that "l]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-home-camera-will-watch-the-house-but-you-wont-see-what-it-sees/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 17:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-home-camera-will-watch-the-house-but-you-wont-see-what-it-sees/ Save $500 on a 2TB 14-inch MacBook Pro - Image credit: Apple
The upgraded 14-inch MacBook Pro is $500 off today at Amazon, bringing the price of the premium configuration down to $2,699. This model has Apple's M5 Pro chip with an 18-core CPU and 20-core GPU, along with 24GB of unified memory, and 2TB of storage.Buy 2TB MacBook Pro for $2,699
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-2tb-m5-pro-macbook-pro-plunges-to-2699-save-500/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 17:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-2tb-m5-pro-macbook-pro-plunges-to-2699-save-500/ A mockup of Apple's long-rumored Home Hub.
The long-expected Home Hub, or HomePod with a screen, is now expected to be launched on October 13, 2026, and more details including colors are continuing to leak out in advance. Now in Bloomberg's new "Power On" podcast, it's claimed that the device will use AI facial recogn]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/home-hub-will-rely-on-ai-to-identify-which-users-content-to-display/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 17:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/home-hub-will-rely-on-ai-to-identify-which-users-content-to-display/ The adapter is aimed at users who move large files between their computer and network storage, including video editors working with shared projects. For MacBook users, it provides a fast wired connection without carrying a dock or power brick.Thunderbolt 5 is the update here. Sonnet's earlier Solo10G]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/faster-mac-amp-ipad-pro-networking-needs-just-one-cable-with-sonnets-new-adapter/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 17:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/faster-mac-amp-ipad-pro-networking-needs-just-one-cable-with-sonnets-new-adapter/ The current MacBook Pro
While iPhone Duo pre-orders have not even started yet, and attention has turned to Apple's home products expected on October 13, the MacBook Pro redesign is also near. There is still a chance that it will slip to early 2027, but most recent leaks point to an October]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/touch-screen-oled-macbook-pro-expected-in-october-or-november/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/touch-screen-oled-macbook-pro-expected-in-october-or-november/ Image credit: @itspdfu on X
Apple appears to be sticking with familiar finishes for its rumored Home Hub. The device may come in silver, Space Gray, Starlight, and Rose Pink.The colors have been spotted byrecently prolific leaker pdfu on X. They initially appeared as part of product code number J490's setup code in macOS 26.7 RC1
Continue Reading on AppleInsider |]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-home-hub-color-options-surface-ahead-of-expected-october-debut/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-home-hub-color-options-surface-ahead-of-expected-october-debut/ Oppo Watch X3 - image credit: Oppo.
In August 2025, Apple accused ex-employee Chen Shi of sharing confidential Apple Watch details with Chinese rival Oppo. According to Courthouse News, he is accused of having done so in order to secure a job with what US District Judge Eumi Lee calls "a generous salary."Now Judge Lee has ruled that the case can proceed. Sp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/oppo-cant-get-accusations-of-apple-watch-trade-secret-theft-dismissed/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/oppo-cant-get-accusations-of-apple-watch-trade-secret-theft-dismissed/ iPhone 18 Pro review: The black iPhone 18 Pro is a substantial upgrade
For the fall 2026 event, Apple mixed things up. Instead of introducing a new base phone, a new iPhone Air, and two new Pros, Apple debuted the two Pros and the iPhone Duo.Although the iPhone Duo has yet to launch, its announcement may affect purcha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-review-a-massive-camera-update-is-just-the-beginning/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-review-a-massive-camera-update-is-just-the-beginning/ Apple TV is still reporting some problems after an outage - image credit: Apple.
Initially the outage hit Apple Music, Apple Fitness+, the App Store and more as well as Apple TV. Compared to when it went down for the launch of "Pluribus," it was a quiet time for there to be problems, but Apple TV is reportedly still having issues.AppleInsider testing sh]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/latest-apple-tv-outage-is-persisting-for-some-users/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/latest-apple-tv-outage-is-persisting-for-some-users/ Orico Thunderbolt 5 Desktop Workstation
It was Apple's choice to switch to (almost) all USB-C in 2016. They really haven't reversed course on this, other than conceding that MagSafe was pretty good, and so is native HDMI.So, if you're a regular AppleInsider reader, you know there's a dock for everybody. Orico is relatively n]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/orico-thunderbolt-5-desktop-workstation-excellent-price-for-a-storage-dock/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 01:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/orico-thunderbolt-5-desktop-workstation-excellent-price-for-a-storage-dock/ Apple's upcoming Home Hub will display content based on who is nearby
Apple's Home Hub is expected to be revealed on October 13 as a tablet device that is carried around the home. Rumors suggest it will display content based on who is nearby or interacting with the device, but very little has been shared otherwise.Co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/code-hints-continue-to-reveal-features-of-apples-upcoming-home-hub/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 01:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/code-hints-continue-to-reveal-features-of-apples-upcoming-home-hub/ Apple Invites
The introduction of a new operating system version usually is accompanied by updates to Apple's apps to best take advantage of any new features it includes. With iOS 27 now out on iPhones, Apple Invites has undergone the same treatment.The update to version 1.12.0 released on September 30 incl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-invites-update-leans-on-ios-27s-new-features/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 21:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-invites-update-leans-on-ios-27s-new-features/ Apple Music icon
While Apple does strive to get its services available in as many territories as possible, some are slower to gain services than others. On Wednesday, the list of countries Apple Music is available in grew by four.Initially spotted by @Aaronp613 on X and confirmed by a check of Apple's Media Services page, Apple Music is now available in Albani]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-music-finally-lands-in-four-countries-11-years-after-launch/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 19:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-music-finally-lands-in-four-countries-11-years-after-launch/ Save $150 on a 15-inch MacBook Air with 24GB RAM - Image credit: Apple
The high-end 15-inch MacBook Air is on sale for $1,849 today, which is a $150 markdown when you order the laptop in Apple's Midnight finish.Buy 15" Air 24GB, 1TB for $1,849
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on ou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m5-15-macbook-air-with-24gb-ram-1tb-ssd-falls-to-1849-ahead-of-fall-prime-day/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m5-15-macbook-air-with-24gb-ram-1tb-ssd-falls-to-1849-ahead-of-fall-prime-day/ iPhone Duo
The iPhone Duo has yet to go on sale, but that hasn't stopped analysts from declaring what they believe the sales will be for the foldable model. In the case of one forecast from Counterpoint Research, that figure may seem to be a disappointment at first glance.Apple could sell around 6 million units in 2026, Counterpoint told Blo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-expected-to-sell-six-million-units-by-end-of-2026/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 16:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-expected-to-sell-six-million-units-by-end-of-2026/ The scam site looks so real, except for how Apple wouldn't offer a $500 voucher - image credit: Malwarebytes.
Genuine iPhone Duo pre-orders start on October 16, 2026, and Apple is now promoting that you can "get ready" from October 12. If you're interested, follow the links on AppleInsider, or go straight to apple.com.Not to overplay this, i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/psa-do-not-open-links-to-an-early-iphone-duo-pre-order-page/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 16:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/psa-do-not-open-links-to-an-early-iphone-duo-pre-order-page/ Apple Pay has finally come to India
Apple Pay was first unveiled for the US back in 2014, and since then has been steadily rolling out around the world. Yet despite Eddy Cue expressly saying in 2017 that Apple was trying to bring it to India, it has taken until now to happen."India is home to a dynamic and digitally s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/india-finally-gets-apple-pay-after-more-than-nine-years-of-negotiations/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/india-finally-gets-apple-pay-after-more-than-nine-years-of-negotiations/ Mockup of how Apple's Home Hub might look
It's already been leaked that the HomePod mini refresh will be confined to new colors, and the updated Apple TV 4K will keep its existing chassis design. According to Bloomberg, these two are set to be released alongside the brand-new home hub.As previously reported, that HomePod with a screen has been waiting]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/refreshed-homepod-mini-apple-tv-and-new-homehub-coming-on-october-13/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/refreshed-homepod-mini-apple-tv-and-new-homehub-coming-on-october-13/ iPhone 18 Pro is Apple's most advanced camera system
I would love nothing more than to travel to some remote part of the planet and detail exactly how iPhone 18 Pro Max performs while showing off incredible one-of-a-kind photos. That isn't what I'm here to do today.My simple goal is to explain exac]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-max-cameras-are-apples-best-yet-but-only-when-you-squint/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 12:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-max-cameras-are-apples-best-yet-but-only-when-you-squint/ AirPods 5 are more repairable, barely
The AirPods line has always been a thorn in Apple's side, at least when it comes to environmental responsibility. These earbuds and charging case have always been irreparable hunks of plastic destined for a garbage dump at the end of their short life.However, iFixit has dis]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-most-repairable-airpods-ever-are-still-a-frustrating-mess-to-get-into/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 23:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-most-repairable-airpods-ever-are-still-a-frustrating-mess-to-get-into/ You can "Get Ready" to pre-order the iPhone Duo starting October 12.
Apple's first foldable iPhone, known as the iPhone Duo, debuted on September 9, alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. While the latter two are already available for purchase, those looking to get an iPhone Duo will have to wait until mid-October 2026.Pre-orders for iPhone Duo start at 8 AM ET]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/get-ready-to-pre-order-the-iphone-duo-starting-october-12/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 23:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/get-ready-to-pre-order-the-iphone-duo-starting-october-12/ Parents can use the AAP-Apple guide to set boundaries for child computer use - Image Credit: Apple
Back during the WWDC keynote in June, Apple said it will release expanded parental controls in partnership with the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), covering things from content blocking to encourag]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/appleamp-american-academy-of-pediatrics-team-up-for-new-screen-time-guide/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 20:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/appleamp-american-academy-of-pediatrics-team-up-for-new-screen-time-guide/ Parents can use the AAP-Apple guide to set boundaries for child computer use - Image Credit: Apple
Back during the WWDC keynote in June, Apple said it will release expanded parental controls in partnership with the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), covering things from content blocking to encourag]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-amp-american-academy-of-pediatrics-team-up-for-new-screen-time-guide/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 20:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-amp-american-academy-of-pediatrics-team-up-for-new-screen-time-guide/ Apple Creator Studio update adds video, photo, iWork tools
It's time to update Apple Creator Studio. The latest release touches nearly every app in the collection, from video and image editing to presentations and spreadsheets.Pixelmator Pro for iPad now has Select and Mask controls for refining selections around difficult ed]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-creator-studio-lets-you-change-iphone-18-pro-video-focus-after-filming/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-creator-studio-lets-you-change-iphone-18-pro-video-focus-after-filming/ Final Cut Camera in the iOS App Store
Final Cut Camera is a companion app for Final Cut Pro for iPad, enabling users to capture live multi-camera projects with a collection of iPhones, as well as for more conventional filming purposes. In an update rolling out on Tuesday, the app is being upgraded with new features.The big and time]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/variable-aperture-iphone-18-pro-now-supported-by-final-cut-camera/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 19:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/variable-aperture-iphone-18-pro-now-supported-by-final-cut-camera/ Save up to $600 on MacBook Pros at Amazon - Image credit: Apple
Kicking off the sale is a $500 markdown on the 14-inch M5 Pro spec with an 18-core CPU and 20-core GPU. This model, which is discounted to $2,699 in your choice of Space Black or Silver, also has 24GB of memory and a spacious 2TB SSD.Buy M5 Pro 2TB MacBook Pro for $2,699
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | D]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-up-to-600-on-these-2tb-macbook-pros-heading-into-october/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-up-to-600-on-these-2tb-macbook-pros-heading-into-october/ Apple CEO John Ternus
Barely a month in the seat, Apple CEO John Ternus is preparing to make big changes to the way the company works. Leaning on his engineering background, he wants Apple to be the same way, working to develop new products at a more rapid rate.As part of this, Bloomberg reports that Ternus is considering a shake-up t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/more-releases-more-often-will-be-the-apple-way-under-ceo-ternus/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/more-releases-more-often-will-be-the-apple-way-under-ceo-ternus/ John Ternus at the "Ted Lasso" launch - image credit: Reuters
Apple has recently laid off some staff from Apple Vision Pro development, but a new report says that employees across the company are expecting more serious numbers of redundancies to come. According to Bloomberg, it's a result of new CEO Ternus aiming to cut costs and focus on developing fewer products.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/small-layoffs-and-budget-cuts-are-hitting-apple-with-more-expected/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/small-layoffs-and-budget-cuts-are-hitting-apple-with-more-expected/ Apple's iPhone 18 Pro Max.
Hong Kong criminals have been involved in international theft before, and the Apple's progress in China at least initially faced bribery and fraud. Now according to local news site The Standard, fraudsters are targeting the iPhone 18 Pro by buying it in bulk using fake credit cards.They're doing it to the tune]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hong-kong-police-want-apples-help-in-stopping-38m-iphone-18-pro-fraud/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hong-kong-police-want-apples-help-in-stopping-38m-iphone-18-pro-fraud/ iPhone Duo production struggles as assembly yields suffer
Assembly yields for the iPhone Duo remain low, while component delays have shortened the time available to refine production. Apple now faces a familiar foldable phone problem: producing millions of units that reliably work.Foxconn's iPhone Duo ass]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/making-millions-of-iphone-duos-is-proving-harder-than-apple-hoped/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 16:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/making-millions-of-iphone-duos-is-proving-harder-than-apple-hoped/ Light Touch for macOS
While learning and experiencing earlier versions of Apple's operating systems is best done using old hardware that runs it, sometimes that's hard to do. Unless you're an avid collector and preserver of Apple's hardware, you may not have fully functional versions of what you want to look at on hand.In the case of the iPod touch,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/light-touch-faithfully-emulates-the-ipod-touch-2g-on-your-mac/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 15:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/light-touch-faithfully-emulates-the-ipod-touch-2g-on-your-mac/ ICEBlock in the App Store, pre-removal
In July 2025, the Department of Justice publicly threatened the developer of ICEblock, an app that let users say when Immigration and Enforcement Officers were spotted in an area. The app was intended to help people avoid trouble spots, such as the riots]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/safety-concerns-forced-iceblock-removal-apple-tells-lawmaker/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 15:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/safety-concerns-forced-iceblock-removal-apple-tells-lawmaker/ Mac Studio review: On the desk
Despite the drama on the Internet about the Mac Studio, Apple has always had $5000+ computers to sell you. The 2026 Mac Studio lineup is not an exception, but rather an exemplar.There was the Mac IIfx, way back in the day, and much later the original Mac Pro, which after starting at $2499 got ex]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m5-max-mac-studio-review-far-better-choice-than-ultra-for-most-desks/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m5-max-mac-studio-review-far-better-choice-than-ultra-for-most-desks/ Inside a haptic engine - image credit: Taptic Technology.
Apple was found guilty of infringing the patents of Taction Technology in its Taptic Engine, as used in the Apple Watch and many more devices, with a jury awarding damages of over $5.7 billion. In case anyone thought the lawyers did this one pro bono, legal firm Burford]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-haptic-feedback-57b-trial-loss-likely-to-get-pared-way-back/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-haptic-feedback-57b-trial-loss-likely-to-get-pared-way-back/ Make Gimp more like Photoshop with PhotoGimp
The creative industry is a heavy user of Adobe's Creative Cloud, with it a staple in production houses and studios around the world. Photoshop is one of the many tools within that package, and is widely used within design and photography fields.However, while the world runs on Photoshop, not everyone wants to kee]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-escape-photoshops-clutches-by-installing-photogimp/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 05:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-escape-photoshops-clutches-by-installing-photogimp/ Huion Kamvas Pad 12 Review: Laid flat
Huion's quality and versatility have improved by leaps and bounds over the past few years, and it is back again with the Kamvas Pad 12. It's a new portable pen display pad for artists who like to sketch and create on the go.Huion provided me with the new]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/huion-kamvas-pad-12-review-a-portable-but-problematic-artists-tool/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 02:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/huion-kamvas-pad-12-review-a-portable-but-problematic-artists-tool/ iPhone 18 Pro
Apple released its major yearly operating system revision on September 14, bringing iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS to the 27 generation. Two weeks later, Apple's released the first small update to the public.The granular update is a minor version change, and is quite typical for Apple to release shortly after the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-urgent-bug-fixes-arrive-for-macos-27-ios-27-ipados-27-and-more/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 20:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-urgent-bug-fixes-arrive-for-macos-27-ios-27-ipados-27-and-more/ iPhone 18 Pro
Apple released its major yearly operating system revision on September 14, bringing iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS to the 27 generation. Two weeks later, Apple's released the first small update to the public.The granular update is a minor version change, and is quite typical for Apple to release shortly after the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-urgent-bug-fixes-arrive-for-macos-27-ios-27-ipad-os-27-and-more/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 20:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-urgent-bug-fixes-arrive-for-macos-27-ios-27-ipad-os-27-and-more/ iPhone 18 Pro
Apple released its major yearly operating system revision on September 14, bringing iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS to the 27 generation. Two weeks later, Apple's released the first small update to the public.The granular update is a minor version change, and is quite typical for Apple to release shortly after the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-granular-2701-updates-arrive-for-ios-macos/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 19:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-granular-2701-updates-arrive-for-ios-macos/ Meta's Muse mascot | Image credit: Meta/Alexandr Wang
If you use Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, or WhatsApp, you've probably been inundated with prompts to try out Meta's next big questionable service: Muse. And it's not like Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has a great track record regarding privacy, safety, or e]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/unsurprisingly-metas-new-muse-ai-agent-blatantly-ignores-users-permissions/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 19:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/unsurprisingly-metas-new-muse-ai-agent-blatantly-ignores-users-permissions/ Editing one of the new StandBy faces - image credit: pdfu
While pre-orders for iPhone Duo don't start until October 16, and the Xcode betas still don't show developers everything, one has found many new options coming to iOS 27 for this device.Developer pdfu reports that the Xcode 27.1 simulator is lacking Rushmore, an app that is for d]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-standby-night-mode-is-going-to-get-some-unannounced-features/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 17:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-standby-night-mode-is-going-to-get-some-unannounced-features/ Grab month-end MacBook Air deals at Amazon - Image credit: Apple
If you're looking for the lowest 15-inch MacBook Air price, Amazon's month-end $1,399 deal is worth checking out. It slashes $100 off the standard M5 spec with 16GB of unified memory and 512GB of storage.Buy 15" MacBook Air 512GB for $1,399
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-m5-15-inch-macbook-air-dips-to-1399-at-amazon/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 17:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-m5-15-inch-macbook-air-dips-to-1399-at-amazon/ Smart Home Insider Podcast
After digging through more of Apple's code, Aaron Perris was able to uncover several new references to unreleased smart home devices. This includes Apple TV 4K, HomePod mini, and possibly a full-size HomePod.The leak revealed the new colors of the upcoming HomePod mini 2, which include black, white, blue, pin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-smart-home-leaks-amp-anker-eufy-edge-50-on-smart-home-insider/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 17:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-smart-home-leaks-amp-anker-eufy-edge-50-on-smart-home-insider/ Apple and Amazon logos
In 2018, Apple and Amazon reached an agreement that allowed regional Amazon stores to sell Apple and Beats hardware. The agreement has been legally problematic for both tech giants ever since, with one lawsuit coming back from the dead in the UK.Reuters reports the UK's Compet]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-amp-amazon-uk-face-revived-383-million-price-fixing-lawsuit/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 15:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-amp-amazon-uk-face-revived-383-million-price-fixing-lawsuit/ While indexing is continuing, you'll see "Optimising Search and Siri" in Settings.
Not to drag this out, the short answer is that all you absolutely have to do to speed up your iPhone is wait. You can help it along a bit, but the iPhone is indexing all of the data you've got on it and when that's done, it won't]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/why-ios-27-slows-down-even-the-new-iphone-18-pro-at-first/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 14:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/why-ios-27-slows-down-even-the-new-iphone-18-pro-at-first/ iPhone 18 Pro Max review: The brand-new model in Silver
This year is the first where the iPhone Pro Max isn't the most exciting model in Apple's lineup. That honor goes to the iPhone Duo, Apple's first foldable device and one that won't hit store shelves until weeks after this revie]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-max-review-the-best-iphone-for-about-a-month/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 13:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-max-review-the-best-iphone-for-about-a-month/ Apple Watch now has a Readiness score.Sunday Reboot is a weekly column covering some of the lighter stories within the Apple reality distortion field from the past seven days. All to get next week underway with a good first step.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-big-whoop-and-more-apple-watch-nagging/Sun, 27 Sep 2026 22:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-big-whoop-and-more-apple-watch-nagging/ Save $900 on a premium 16-inch MacBook Pro - Image credit: Apple
Amazon has issued a steep price cut on Apple's high-end 16-inch MacBook Pro with an M5 Max chip. This laptop in Apple's silver finish has an 18-core CPU and 32-core GPU, along with 36GB of unified memory and a spacious 2TB SSD.Save $900 on 16" M5 Max MacBook Pro
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-900-off-apples-m5-max-macbook-pro-lowest-price-ever/Sun, 27 Sep 2026 19:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-900-off-apples-m5-max-macbook-pro-lowest-price-ever/ Apple is the only one that knows if Apple Vision Pro is a success or failure
If any of Apple's thousands of employees dare leave the company, or if one of hundreds of internal prototypes doesn't make it to production, you better believe punditry will be there to let us know. The critical analysis almos]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-vision-pros-development-graveyard-exemplifies-apples-1000-nos-to-every-yes/Sun, 27 Sep 2026 17:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-vision-pros-development-graveyard-exemplifies-apples-1000-nos-to-every-yes/ Apple wants thin and light smart glasses.So far, Apple's head-mounted computing efforts have consisted of the Apple Vision Pro and accessing Siri through AirPods. However, you're still going to have a long wait before being able to try the ever-rumored smart glasses Apple has been persistently working on.In Sunday's "Power On" newsletter]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-smart-glasses-predicted-for-2027-upgraded-apple-vision-pro-2028/Sun, 27 Sep 2026 16:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-smart-glasses-predicted-for-2027-upgraded-apple-vision-pro-2028/ John Ternus has told staff that most US employees will get the whole of Thanksgiving week off - image credit: Apple.
It's oddly hard to confirm this, but some accounts say that Steve Jobs gave staff paid Thanksgiving leave at least once during his time as CEO. But what's certain is that Tim Cook did so for the very first Thanksgiving after he became CEO i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-us-staff-will-get-extended-thanksgiving-break-under-ternus-too/Sun, 27 Sep 2026 16:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-us-staff-will-get-extended-thanksgiving-break-under-ternus-too/ Save $200 on this Apple Watch Ultra 3 while supplies last - Image credit: Apple
You can grab the blowout deal on the Black Titanium Case style with a Black Titanium Milanese Loop Band in size Large.Marked down to $699.97 after a $200 discount, units are in stock now with delivery as early as tomorrow, depending on your shipping address.Save $200 on Apple Watch Ultra 3
Continue]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-200-on-apple-watch-ultra-3-with-milanese-loop-while-supplies-last/Sat, 26 Sep 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-200-on-apple-watch-ultra-3-with-milanese-loop-while-supplies-last/ Apple's Taptic Engine - Image Credit: Apple
Apple and many other device manufacturers rely on haptic feedback to alert users that they have pressed a button successfully, as well as for alerts and message notifications. However, Apple's implementation of the concept has resulted in a very hefty legal bill.In Ap]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-owes-taction-57b-after-losing-haptic-feedback-ip-trial/Sat, 26 Sep 2026 17:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-owes-taction-57b-after-losing-haptic-feedback-ip-trial/ The financial institutions accuse Apple of blocking competing tap-to-pay wallets on iPhone while charging card issuers fees for transactions. They argue Apple could impose those fees because rival wallets couldn't compete for contactless payments on the iPhone.Judge Jeffrey White certified the clas]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/thousands-of-banks-can-now-sue-over-apple-pay-fees-in-one-antitrust-case/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 20:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/thousands-of-banks-can-now-sue-over-apple-pay-fees-in-one-antitrust-case/ Apple's current iPad 11
The 12th-generation iPad is expected to bring Apple Intelligence and its Siri features to Apple's entry-level tablet. It could also gain faster cellular and wireless connectivity.This appears to be the same iPad that was rumored to release in early 2026.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-intelligence-is-coming-to-the-the-next-entry-level-ipad/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 19:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-intelligence-is-coming-to-the-the-next-entry-level-ipad/ An approximation of Apple's new pink and green HomePod mini speakers
The upcoming HomePod mini lineup swaps the current-gen yellow and orange for a new powder pink and forest green. Blue, black, and white will be making a return, though.The information originates from Apple's code, spotted by MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris. It showcases the product in the aforementioned co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-next-homepod-mini-wont-get-a-redesign-but-will-get-some-new-colors/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-next-homepod-mini-wont-get-a-redesign-but-will-get-some-new-colors/ The images reportedly come from Apple's code and show only the front of the device. They offer a glimpse of its layout, but leave the back and sides unseen.The current iPad mini's Center Stage camera sits on its short edge, so the lens ends up off to one side during landscape calls. Center Stage can keep you in frame, b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ipad-mini-finally-getting-facetime-camera-move-leak-suggests/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ipad-mini-finally-getting-facetime-camera-move-leak-suggests/ The new Apple TV 4K is closer than ever
The current Apple TV 4K was released in October 2022, and a new model has been rumored to be in the cards for some time. The model on store shelves today features an aging A15 Bionic chip and just 4GB of RAM.Now, the image file reported by MacRumors has revealed the new Apple TV 4K's upgrades will all]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-apple-tv-4k-leak-confirms-a-very-familiar-form-factor/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-apple-tv-4k-leak-confirms-a-very-familiar-form-factor/ Apple Music Hall has announced its first program - image credit: Apple.
Days after unveiling its spectacular new live concert venue in London, Apple Music has begun programming the venue. It's announced eight artists playing from September to the start of December, with ticketing starting shortly, assuming you can navigate the website.Appl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/elton-john-announced-as-first-apple-music-hall-gig/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/elton-john-announced-as-first-apple-music-hall-gig/ Many new Apple Watch Ultra 4 styles are on sale this weekend.
Pick up the robust Apple Watch Ultra 4 today and save $20 on select styles.Save on the Apple Watch Ultra 4
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-ultra-4-drops-to-779-during-weekend-sale/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-ultra-4-drops-to-779-during-weekend-sale/ Ron Johnson (left) and Steve Jobs, circa 2001 - image and background shot of Apple Fifth Avenue credit: Apple.
You've been in an Apple Store, or at least if you haven't, the odds are that there is one near you. These stores are everywhere, they are an unquestioned and unparalleled s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/interview-why-ron-johnson-says-apple-had-no-choice-but-to-gamble-millions-on-retail/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 15:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/interview-why-ron-johnson-says-apple-had-no-choice-but-to-gamble-millions-on-retail/ Ron Johnson with the interior of Apple's iconic Fifth Avenue store - images credit: Apple.
Ron Johnson was brought in to Apple by Steve Jobs to create the Apple Stores in what is now seen as a brilliant move, but back in the late 1990s and early 2000s, was believed to be App]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ron-johnson-amp-buying-iphones-in-apple-stores-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 15:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ron-johnson-amp-buying-iphones-in-apple-stores-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/ Deirdre O'Brien (left) and Tim Cook open Apple BKC, the first Apple Store in India, back in 2023 (Source: Apple)
Analysts have predictably yet plausibly argued that higher iPhone prices and no base iPhone 18 would hit Apple's bottom line. That may well be true in most places, but a new CNBC report says it definitely is not in India.Rep]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/higher-prices-are-just-making-iphones-more-desirable-in-india/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 13:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/higher-prices-are-just-making-iphones-more-desirable-in-india/ Before changing anything, you need to know what each iCloud service holds and what happens when synchronization stops. Settings presents iCloud as a single service, but several separate systems work behind that name.Some services synchronize live libraries or store files. Others back up devices or power A]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-leave-icloud-without-losing-your-data/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 13:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-leave-icloud-without-losing-your-data/ Apple Watch Ultra 4 review: Better health features & AI
Nearly every improvement made to Apple Watch Ultra 4 relates to health, fitness, and the ability to track those metrics. Even the longer battery life was pitched as a way to track metrics over a longer period of time.Tim Cook may have ste]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-ultra-4-review-an-end-to-end-health-ecosystem/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 13:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-ultra-4-review-an-end-to-end-health-ecosystem/ Watch 'It's the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown' on Apple TV
For many of us, Charlie Brown and the "Peanuts" gang mark some of our very first movie memories. That's why Apple TV is ensuring everyone can revisit those warm and fuzzy childhood feelings, regardless of whether they have an active Apple TV subscription."It]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-watch-its-the-great-pumpkin-charlie-brown-for-free-in-2026/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 05:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-watch-its-the-great-pumpkin-charlie-brown-for-free-in-2026/ "Snoopy Presents: 12 Days of Snoopy" premieres on Apple TV on Friday, November 13
Apple TV is expanding its holiday lineup with new specials starring Snoopy and the Fraggles. Both join a collection of returning seasonal favorites available to stream throughout the holidays.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/snoopy-amp-fraggles-getting-new-holiday-specials-on-apple-tv/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/snoopy-amp-fraggles-getting-new-holiday-specials-on-apple-tv/ Apple's M5 MacBook Pro is $150 off in price war - Image credit: Apple
B&H and Amazon are competing for your business today, with a $150 discount on Apple's 10-core M5 14-inch MacBook Pro with 16GB of unified memory and 1TB of storage. On sale now for $1,849 in Space Black, B&H states limited supply is available at the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-bamph-battle-for-the-best-price-with-1849-m5-macbook-pro-deal/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 17:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-bamph-battle-for-the-best-price-with-1849-m5-macbook-pro-deal/ Square adds Apple Business integration
The integration, announced Thursday, means businesses using Square no longer need to update basic information, such as hours, address, and phone number, separately through Apple Business. Changes made through Square can instead be synced across Apple Maps, Wallet, Siri AI, and other Apple Apps.Once connected, sellers c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/square-brings-apple-business-into-its-dashboard/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/square-brings-apple-business-into-its-dashboard/ Hugh Laurie in "The Wanted Man"
The eight-episode series follows Felix Carmichael, a crime boss betrayed by someone inside his own firm. Sent to the notorious Staplehurst prison, he'll need to resort to brutality if he hopes to make it out.This isn't Laurie's first time on Apple TV, either. The "House M.D." veteran previously joined Apple TV drama "Tehran" during its third seas]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hugh-laurie-turns-crime-boss-for-new-apple-tv-drama-the-wanted-man/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hugh-laurie-turns-crime-boss-for-new-apple-tv-drama-the-wanted-man/ To fix signal strength dropping if you held the iPhone 4 a certain way, Apple offered customers a free bumper case - image credit: Apple.
This is a famous moment in Apple history and even if you don't remember when the iPhone 4 had signal problems, this is still a video to watch that you've never been able to see before. I]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/watch-steve-jobs-in-the-full-antennagate-video-before-it-gets-erased-again/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/watch-steve-jobs-in-the-full-antennagate-video-before-it-gets-erased-again/ iPhone 18 Pro Max
In one introductory sentence, and one quote, Qualcomm dropped the news of the renewal on the world. The first sentence states the agreement's effective date."We are pleased to extend the Apple license agreement," said John Han, Executive Vice President and General Manager of Qua]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-amp-qualcomm-renew-global-patent-licensing-agreement/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-amp-qualcomm-renew-global-patent-licensing-agreement/ We're not fans of the fact that macOS can keep Apple Intelligence models on disk even after Siri AI is turned off. Apple doesn't provide a button for removing those downloaded files, so reclaiming the space requires going into Recovery and deleting the model folder directly.This isn't an Ap]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-remove-apple-intelligence-models-amp-reclaim-storage-in-macos-27/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 15:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-remove-apple-intelligence-models-amp-reclaim-storage-in-macos-27/ AT&T has reportedly acknowledged problems with the eSIMs for the iPhone 18 Pro - image credit: AT&T.
While all of the bugs affecting the new iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are only happening for a very small group of users, they are happening. Alongside the already reported Face ID restart bug, due to be fixed shortly, AppleInsider has been t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/atampt-calls-failing-for-a-small-number-of-iphone-18-pro-users/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 13:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/atampt-calls-failing-for-a-small-number-of-iphone-18-pro-users/ A Face ID bug is causing restarts for a small number of iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max users.
Whenever millions of devices are released alongside a new OS, there are problems. In the case of the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, some users reported restarts caused by kernel panics, so unexpected and unforced restarts.One Reddit use]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-face-id-rebooting-bug-to-be-fixed-in-ios-update/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 13:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-face-id-rebooting-bug-to-be-fixed-in-ios-update/ Meta's new glasses have Alan Dye all over them. Image source: Meta
Take the front glass from the Apple Vision Pro, slap it on some thick glasses arms, remove the light seal, compute, and surrounding hardware, and you'll end up with Meta VR Glasses. These are less glasses than goggles, and initial demos show some promise in deliveri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-spatial-computing-strategy-was-on-full-display-at-meta-connect/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 06:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-spatial-computing-strategy-was-on-full-display-at-meta-connect/ You can change the backgrounds of conversations in Messages for iOS 27 and iPadOS 27
Messages is an essential app for iPhone users, with it used to communicate with your closest relations. However, people may be getting a bit bored of seeing the usual grey and blue (and sometimes green) speech bubbles floating up a pl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-change-the-background-in-messages-for-ios-27-and-ipados-27/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 05:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-change-the-background-in-messages-for-ios-27-and-ipados-27/ The Siri extension for ChatGPT didn't perform as expected
Apple and OpenAI were dragged into an antitrust lawsuit thanks to baseless accusations from Elon Musk. The lawsuit is ongoing in spite of Apple being removed from the case.OpenAI didn't get to see what settlement Apple and SpaceXAI reached, but it has share]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/chatgpt-as-an-extension-in-siri-dramatically-underperformed-says-openai/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 04:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/chatgpt-as-an-extension-in-siri-dramatically-underperformed-says-openai/ uGreen Revodok Maxidok 17-in-1
A laptop is a compromise between power and portability. The trade-off is usually ports, with thin notebooks like the MacBook Pro offering only a handful of connections.A Thunderbolt dock solves that by turning one port into many. The Revodok Maxidok pushes that idea about as far as]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ugreen-revodok-maxidok-17-in-1-review-best-in-class-price-to-features-balance/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 02:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ugreen-revodok-maxidok-17-in-1-review-best-in-class-price-to-features-balance/ New Apple Watch models could encounter restarts during use
On Wednesday, just over a week after watchOS 27.0 reached the general public, Apple deployed the watchOS 27.0.1 update. The software addresses a bug that caused the Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4 to restart unexpectedly.Those who encountered the now-resolved issue said their Appl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-apple-watch-models-could-restart-randomly-amp-watchos-2701-fixes-that-bug/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 22:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-apple-watch-models-could-restart-randomly-amp-watchos-2701-fixes-that-bug/ HomePod mini is expected to get an update soon. That should add in Siri AI support.The HomePod and HomePod mini were left out of the Siri AI party at WWDC, and the updated digital assistant hasn't yet become available on the smart speaker. However, it is still something widely expected to be on the way.A leaker known as "pdfu" posted to X abo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-upgrade-is-certain-for-a-future-homepod-mini-update/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 20:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-upgrade-is-certain-for-a-future-homepod-mini-update/ Save on Apple's brand-new Mac mini desktop that just launched.
You can pick up the standard M6 Mac mini today at Amazon for $879.99, reflecting a $20 markdown off MSRP. This is also the lowest 2026 Mac mini price available, according to our Price Guide.Buy M6/16GB/256GB for $879.99
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/grab-apples-new-m6-mac-mini-for-87999-during-month-end-sale/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/grab-apples-new-m6-mac-mini-for-87999-during-month-end-sale/ Disney+ and Hulu subscription prices are increasing in 2026
The increases affect both ad-supported and ad-free subscriptions, although customers who subscribe to the ad-supported Disney+ and Hulu bundle will see no change. The largest increases are coming to the standalone ad-free plans, which will each cost an additional $2.50 per month, a roughly 13% increase.Subscr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/disney-and-hulu-subscriptions-are-about-to-get-more-expensive/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 17:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/disney-and-hulu-subscriptions-are-about-to-get-more-expensive/ The Jamf platform additions were unveiled at the Jamf Nation User Conference in Kansas City. Most of the new AI protections are targeted for the fourth quarter of 2026, while several management and support tools won't enter public beta until early 2027.Unlike the AI-assisted administrati]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/your-personal-ai-account-is-about-to-meet-corporate-it-with-jamf/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 17:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/your-personal-ai-account-is-about-to-meet-corporate-it-with-jamf/ You won't have to decide on just one iPhone with the new iPhone Handoff.
It was actually Cingular who was the only carrier Steve Jobs could get to take the iPhone, and also surrender the control carriers had back around 2007. But AT&T bought Cingular before the iPhone launch and so was the exclusive carrier for the device that revolutionized cellphones]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/atampt-was-first-to-get-the-iphone-yet-it-wont-support-iphone-handoff/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 17:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/atampt-was-first-to-get-the-iphone-yet-it-wont-support-iphone-handoff/ Proton VPN is a safe and trustworthy tool with a zero-logs policy. Image source: Proton
It's easy to assume that the Apple App Store is safe and free of manipulative software and privacy-invasive schemes. However, that has never been the case, and recent research reve]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/millions-of-americans-are-being-spied-on-with-shady-vpns-available-on-apples-app-store/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/millions-of-americans-are-being-spied-on-with-shady-vpns-available-on-apples-app-store/ Grab 2026 Mac mini, Mac Studio deals on release day.
Despite releasing on September 22, Amazon has issued deals on the brand-new Mac mini and Mac Studio. Save $30 on Apple's M6 Mac mini when you opt for 512GB of storage, bringing the upgraded spec down to $1,069.99. This configuration has the new M6 chip with a 12-core CPU and 12-core GPU, along with 16GB of memory and a bump up to 512GB]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-m6-mac-mini-2026-mac-studio-deals-at-launch/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-m6-mac-mini-2026-mac-studio-deals-at-launch/ M4 Mac mini review
The greater disappointment with the New Mac mini is that it no longer has a slotted SSD, meaning it's not even theoretically possible to upgrade the storage as it was before. But now new benchmark testing by Japanese technology site AAPL Ch has revealed that Apple's SSD is slower in some config]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/base-mac-mini-still-has-slower-storage-than-any-other-configuration/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/base-mac-mini-still-has-slower-storage-than-any-other-configuration/ An AirTag on a keyring
The AirTag has frequently been used for criminal purposes, including by stalkers monitoring the movements of their victims. In a new lawsuit, Apple is accused of failing to properly protect victims, despite the presence of safeguards.An Oregon woman, identified as Jane Doe for anonymity, filed]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airtag-stalking-victim-says-iphone-didnt-warn-her-so-shes-suing-apple/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airtag-stalking-victim-says-iphone-didnt-warn-her-so-shes-suing-apple/ That's a Mac mini in a vertical case, with keyboard, touch screen and trackpad — image credit: Chris Cheng.
Especially since its radical redesign back in 2024, the tiny Mac mini has been put to countless different uses, from server farms to portable Macs. Now Chris Cheng of Shring Solutions has take]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-mac-mini-gaming-handheld-is-one-of-the-most-ambitious-projects-weve-seen/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 14:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-mac-mini-gaming-handheld-is-one-of-the-most-ambitious-projects-weve-seen/ Apple Card Savings lets users save money, though the APY has dropped since launch
The Apple Card Savings Account is a high-yield savings service for users of Apple Card. While the average percentage yield has been going down over the last few quarters, it's finally corrected course and gone up a small amount.On September 22, the APY rate increased from]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-card-savings-interest-rate-edges-up-to-35/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 13:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-card-savings-interest-rate-edges-up-to-35/ Apple is ready to face the Supreme Court in October
The Apple vs Epic lawsuit has been ongoing for over six years. It started as an intentional violation of Apple's App Store rules, which led to the lawsuit and almost total victory for Apple on all but one charge.Apple was ordered to remove its anti-steering practice]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/feds-support-apples-arguments-ahead-of-epic-supreme-court-judgement/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 13:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/feds-support-apples-arguments-ahead-of-epic-supreme-court-judgement/ Add rewards cards to your Apple Wallet
Like most of us, you've probably collected dozens of membership and rewards cards over the years. And somehow, you always seem to misplace them right when you need them most.Instead of spending forever digging through a wallet, purse, or bag, you could just keep your rewards cards in the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-add-third-party-cards-to-apple-wallet-app-in-ios-27/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 04:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-add-third-party-cards-to-apple-wallet-app-in-ios-27/ The expansion brings Apple's payment acceptance feature to Argentina, Colombia, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Honduras, Panama, and Peru. It gives businesses a way to accept cards, Apple Pay, and other contactless wallets using only a compatible iPhone and supported app.Tap to Pay on iPhone works with the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-expands-tap-to-pay-on-iphone-to-eight-more-latin-american-countries/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 00:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-expands-tap-to-pay-on-iphone-to-eight-more-latin-american-countries/ Apple Maps may have another controversy on its hands
After decades of building up supply chains and manufacturing in China, Apple is not new to dealing with the controversial authoritarian regime running the country. The latest problem to emerge echoes other recent troubles Apple has faced in the United States.Accordin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-maps-blurring-alleged-detention-centers-in-china-claims-local-laws-require-it/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 22:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-maps-blurring-alleged-detention-centers-in-china-claims-local-laws-require-it/ A pin of the Apple Intelligence logo. Not an Apple Intelligence pin. But just imagine...The launch of Siri AI was meant to usher in a wave of AI-centric hardware, such as the often rumored Home Hub. However, for at least one product, there's now an even longer wait for its arrival.As part of a story on fitness tracker development, B]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-pendant-project-is-on-hold-despite-its-ai-push/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 20:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-pendant-project-is-on-hold-despite-its-ai-push/ Apple is ready to face the Supreme Court in October
The Apple vs Epic lawsuit has been ongoing for over six years. It started as an intentional violation of Apple's App Store rules, which led to the lawsuit and almost total victory for Apple on all but one charge.Apple was ordered to remove its anti-steering practices, w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amicus-briefs-show-strong-support-of-apples-arguments-ahead-of-epic-supreme-court-judgement/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 20:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amicus-briefs-show-strong-support-of-apples-arguments-ahead-of-epic-supreme-court-judgement/ M5 Pro Mac mini vs. M4 Pro Mac mini: Apple's tiny desktop Mac just got even better.
After the debut of the M5 Pro chip in the MacBook Pro, Apple's latest system-on-chip has made its way to another Mac. The Mac mini now ships with the M5 Pro chip, offering a worthwhile performance improvement.Like the M5 Pro MacBook Pro, the M5 Pro Mac mini uses a tried-and-true design.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m5-pro-mac-mini-vs-m4-pro-mac-mini-compared-specs-hardware-price/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 20:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m5-pro-mac-mini-vs-m4-pro-mac-mini-compared-specs-hardware-price/ A new Apple Maps guides collection covers San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York City, Chicago, and Washington, D.C. Each guide connects places in Apple Maps with podcast episodes about the history, architecture, and people behind them.Listeners can browse the full Hidden Histories collecti]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-maps-amp-apple-podcasts-join-forces-for-hidden-histories-guides-amp-episodes/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 20:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-maps-amp-apple-podcasts-join-forces-for-hidden-histories-guides-amp-episodes/ Apple wants to compete with Whoop - image credit: Whoop
When Apple published its heart study intended to demonstrate that the Apple Watch Series 12 was the most accurate health wearable, it also showed how good some rivals are. That included the Whoop 5 fitness tracker, and now according to Bloomberg, Apple is aiming to compete more directly with that]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/future-apple-watch-could-be-screen-less-whoop-competitor-says-rumor/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 18:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/future-apple-watch-could-be-screen-less-whoop-competitor-says-rumor/ Tim Cook and Ursula von der Leyen. Image source: Ursula von der Leyen on X
Child safety has become an increasing concern in many countries around the world, and the European Union is no different. Even as many Apple users in the EU wait to hear about new Siri AI features being allowed to launch, the diploma]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-government-liaison-tim-cook-talked-child-safety-at-the-un-general-assembly/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 18:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-government-liaison-tim-cook-talked-child-safety-at-the-un-general-assembly/ Save $600 on M5 Max MacBook Pro laptops today - Image credit: Apple
The month-end savings deliver $600 off two M5 Max MacBook Pro configurations, starting with the 14-inch model with an 18-core CPU and 32-core GPU. This spec also has 36GB of unified memory and 2TB of storage. With the $600 discount, you can pick up the laptop for $3,499.Save $600 on 14" M5 Max MacBook Pro
Continue Reading on App]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-600-on-these-m5-max-macbook-pros-with-month-end-deals/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 18:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-600-on-these-m5-max-macbook-pros-with-month-end-deals/ Apple could move to newer OLED technology by 2029
The improved technology is called Color Filter on Encapsulation (CoE) OLED, and key to it is that it is OLED without a polarizing layer. That layer prevents blurring on screen, but there are significant benefits if it can be dispensed with.Apple had previously been reported to be planning to use this screen t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/brighter-lower-power-iphone-oled-screens-now-delayed-to-2029/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 16:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/brighter-lower-power-iphone-oled-screens-now-delayed-to-2029/ Beats 360 vs AirPods Max 2: The two headphones are solidly matched, with different audiences
The Beats 360 arrived on September 22 as a pair of premium headphones, taking over the top spot in the range from the Beats Studio Pro.It's a departure from the existing Beats design in many ways that brings it more in line with AirPods Max 2. All]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/beats-360-vs-airpods-max-2-premium-personal-audio-compared/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 16:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/beats-360-vs-airpods-max-2-premium-personal-audio-compared/ Beats 360 review: Cloud frame, but with replacement cushions.When it comes to premium headphone options, there are a few options available from Apple's personal audio stable. At the most extreme end of the scale, you can pay a lot for the AirPods Max if you want an easy-listening and high-quality listening experience at home.Then there's Beats, the subsidi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/beats-360-review-good-all-around-sound-and-customizable-too/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 15:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/beats-360-review-good-all-around-sound-and-customizable-too/ Getting to the SSD storage module in a new Mac Studio - image credit: Apple.
Apple always used to solder its Mac storage in place, making it a permanent and so unchangeable, unrepairable feature. Given that Apple charges more for SSD storage than seems imagin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-mac-mini-does-not-have-a-slotted-ssd-mac-studio-still-does/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 15:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-mac-mini-does-not-have-a-slotted-ssd-mac-studio-still-does/ Apple hid a portion of the Face ID system under the display on iPhone 18 Pro
Face ID is Apple's most secure biometric authentication system for iPhone and is only matched in terms of security by Optic ID on Apple Vision Pro. The system uses infrared dot projection, attention awareness, depth mapping, and an encrypted mathematical representa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/supplemental-image-data-used-in-face-id-authentication-on-iphone-18-pro/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 15:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/supplemental-image-data-used-in-face-id-authentication-on-iphone-18-pro/ Ron Johnson's book tells the story of his creating the Apple Store with Steve Jobs - book image credit: Harper Business.
Apple is nearing the end of a five-year plan to open or remodel around 50 Apple Stores worldwide. That's around 10% of the total number of Apple Stores, and Apple's retail business has be]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ron-johnsons-shop-different-review-tantalizing-glimpse-at-apple-store-origins/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 15:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ron-johnsons-shop-different-review-tantalizing-glimpse-at-apple-store-origins/ The new Apple Music Hall - image credit: Apple
Apple Battersea is home to both an Apple Store and the company's main UK offices, each housed within the iconic Battersea Power Station. Now there's also Apple Music Hall, a 600-seat auditorium with 48-speaker spatial sound system, 16 or more cameras, two audio recording studios, and a broadcast video control]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/spectacular-apple-music-hall-concert-venue-opens-in-london/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 14:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/spectacular-apple-music-hall-concert-venue-opens-in-london/ Getting to the SSD storage module in a new Mac Studio - image credit: Apple.
Apple always used to solder its Mac storage in place, making it a permanent and so unchangeable, unrepairable feature. Given that Apple charges more for SSD storage than seems imaginable, it was big news when the last generation of Mac Studio and M]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/changing-ssd-storage-in-mac-studio-is-possible-while-mac-mini-loses-the-option/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 13:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/changing-ssd-storage-in-mac-studio-is-possible-while-mac-mini-loses-the-option/ Grab 2026 Mac mini, Mac Studio deals on release day.
Despite releasing today, Amazon has issued deals on the brand-new Mac mini and Mac Studio. Save $30 on Apple's M6 Mac mini when you opt for 512GB of storage, bringing the upgraded spec down to $1,069.99. This configuration has the new M6 chip with a 12-core CPU and 12-core GPU, along with 16GB of memory and a bump up to 512GB of storage]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-m6-mac-mini-2026-mac-studio-deals-on-release-day/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 06:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-m6-mac-mini-2026-mac-studio-deals-on-release-day/ Find My helps you track your devices, but don't use it to chase thieves.There's a name for snatching someone's smartphone from their hands in a brazen theft attempt: Apple picking. And Apple's been working on a way of protecting its customers from the act.In May, it was learned that Apple had been working on a new set of security features that will automati]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-ios-272-beta-2-reveals-new-anti-snatching-protections/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 00:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-ios-272-beta-2-reveals-new-anti-snatching-protections/ GM confirms CarPlay still isn't coming back to its EVs
GM hasn't offered CarPlay in electric vehicles for three years, and apparently it's not planning on starting anytime soon. There was a bit of confusion earlier after it was learned that the company would keep CarPlay for its gas-powered 2027 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks.GM confirmed its plans to J]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/gm-isnt-changing-course-on-carplay-for-its-electric-vehicles/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 22:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/gm-isnt-changing-course-on-carplay-for-its-electric-vehicles/ Apple CEO John Ternus - image credit: Canal+.
John Ternus has been criticized for laying off workers in the company's Apple Vision Pro division, but in a new interview for French television, he says he's enthused about the device's future. The Canal+ arts show Clique TV asked him directly whether or not he considered the Apple]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/john-ternus-apple-vision-pro-has-a-bright-future-but-a-long-journey-first/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 22:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/john-ternus-apple-vision-pro-has-a-bright-future-but-a-long-journey-first/ Apple stocks closed at a new record high
Back in May 2026, Apple's shares twice hit record highs, taking it over the psychologically significant $300 mark. Since then, John Ternus has taken over as CEO in a particularly smooth transition from Tim Cook, and Apple has launched new hardware and software.The stock price closed at $]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-shares-hit-record-high-after-iphone-duo-and-siri-ai-success/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 22:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-shares-hit-record-high-after-iphone-duo-and-siri-ai-success/ iOS 27 on an iPhone
The second post-milestone release developer beta is here. After the first developer builds of iOS 27.2, iPadOS 27.2, macOS 27.2 Golden Gate, watchOS 27.2, visionOS 27.,2 and tvOS 27.2 landed on September 16, Apple is now on the second round of the generation.Normally, you would expect that the first updates will be for the 27.1 versions, a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/second-developer-betas-of-ios-272-macos-272-are-out-now/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 19:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/second-developer-betas-of-ios-272-macos-272-are-out-now/ iPhone 18 Pro
The new watches reached customers on September 18. Within hours, owners began describing sudden restarts that displayed the Apple logo before returning them to the watchOS interface.Some Apple Watch devices restarted while their owners used Siri AI, edited watch fa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/neural-engine-timeouts-amp-face-id-panics-hit-apples-newest-devices/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 19:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/neural-engine-timeouts-amp-face-id-panics-hit-apples-newest-devices/ Apple CEO John Ternus - image credit: Canal+.
John Ternus has been criticized for laying off workers in the company's Apple Vision Pro division, but in a new interview for French television, he says he's enthused about the device's future. The Canal+ arts show Clique TV asked him directly whether or not he considered the Apple]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-vision-pro-has-a-bright-future-says-apple-ceo-ternus-but-its-a-long-journey/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 19:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-vision-pro-has-a-bright-future-says-apple-ceo-ternus-but-its-a-long-journey/ Customers began receiving devices on September 18. An Apple support document published the same day explains why the iPhone 18 Pro Max arrives with a battery capacity restriction in place.At full capacity, the iPhone 18 Pro Max battery exceeds 20 watt-hours, putting it above a threshold that brings extra sh]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-clever-workaround-lets-iphone-18-pro-max-skirt-battery-shipping-max-power-limits/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 18:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-clever-workaround-lets-iphone-18-pro-max-skirt-battery-shipping-max-power-limits/ Mac Studio
The first reviews of Apple's new Macs are starting to surface, and so too are the benchmarks. With the M5 Ultra being Apple's newest high-performance chip, the Mac Studio update is of particular interest to those in the field of AI.If those first benchmarks are to be believed, the M5 Ultra is certainly as high-performance as ever.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m5-ultra-mac-studio-ai-performance-keeps-up-with-nvidia-5080/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 18:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m5-ultra-mac-studio-ai-performance-keeps-up-with-nvidia-5080/ Delayed Siri features led to a lawsuit settlement
Apple was sued in a class-action lawsuit for delaying Siri features related to the implementation of artificial intelligence. Since various iPhone models were advertised and sold as compatible with the impending then delayed upgrades, the plaintiffs made their case.The lawsuit re]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-claim-25-from-apples-settlement-over-delayed-siri-features/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 18:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-claim-25-from-apples-settlement-over-delayed-siri-features/ Save on Apple's M5 MacBook Air with an upgrade to 24GB RAM - Image credit: Apple
Amazon is knocking $150 off Apple's current 13-inch MacBook Air with a 10-core M5 chip. The laptop, which is discounted to $1,649 in Sky Blue, features an upgrade to 24GB of unified memory and 1TB of storage to boost performance.Save $150 on 13" Air 24GB RAM
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forum]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-150-on-apples-m5-macbook-air-with-24gb-ram-1tb-ssd-now-1649/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 17:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-150-on-apples-m5-macbook-air-with-24gb-ram-1tb-ssd-now-1649/ Smart Home Insider Podcast
Following the launch of iOS 27, Apple has released the first beta of iOS 27.2. The major change was the inclusion of the new Health app, but it also had at least one tangentially-related feature.The Apple TV app on iPhone and iPad now supports profiles. This is great for parents who give their]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/aqara-fp400-sensor-new-ios-27-app-updates-amp-more-news-on-smart-home-insider/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 17:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/aqara-fp400-sensor-new-ios-27-app-updates-amp-more-news-on-smart-home-insider/ Mac Studio
The first reviews of Apple's new Macs are starting to surface, and so too are the benchmarks. With the M5 Ultra being Apple's newest high-performance chip, the Mac Studio update is of particular interest to those in the field of AI.If those first benchmarks are to be believed, the M5 Ultra is certainly as high-performance as ever.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m5-ultra-mac-studios-gpu-ai-performance-keeps-up-with-desktop-graphics-cards/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 16:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m5-ultra-mac-studios-gpu-ai-performance-keeps-up-with-desktop-graphics-cards/ The new Mac Studio retains the familiar design but features new processors.
Apple announced the two new editions of the Mac Studio at the end of August, but with a long wait before pre-orders would start. Now in the week that the early buyers will get their devices, the first real-world reviews of both the M5 Max and M5 Ult]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-studio-review-roundup-expensive-but-m5-ultra-makes-it-worthwhile/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 15:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-studio-review-roundup-expensive-but-m5-ultra-makes-it-worthwhile/ Customers began receiving devices on September 18. An Apple support document published the same day explains why the iPhone 18 Pro Max arrives with a battery capacity restriction in place.At full capacity, the iPhone 18 Pro Max battery exceeds 20 watt-hours, putting it above a threshold that brings extra shipping requirements]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/a-clever-workaround-lets-the-iphone-18-pro-max-skirt-battery-shipping-limits/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 15:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/a-clever-workaround-lets-the-iphone-18-pro-max-skirt-battery-shipping-limits/ iPhone 18 Pro has a variable aperture camera that is hard to repair
After the introduction of new iPhone models on the market, the inevitable teardowns start to surface. In one of the more detailed of its type, repair outfit iFixit took a very close look at some of the components inside the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max.
Continue Reading o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sensitive-camera-blades-and-thermal-chainmail-surface-in-iphone-18-pro-teardown/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 15:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sensitive-camera-blades-and-thermal-chainmail-surface-in-iphone-18-pro-teardown/ M4 Mac mini. M5 is identical externally
AppleInsider described even the M4 Mac mini as being the "perfect headless Mac," and the device has long been an extraordinarily adaptable machine for countless different use cases and different users. It's now been updated with two new processor options, and unsurprisingly]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-mini-review-roundup-m6-and-m5-pro-make-this-a-marvel-but-a-costly-one/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 15:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-mini-review-roundup-m6-and-m5-pro-make-this-a-marvel-but-a-costly-one/ iPhone 18 Pro in nature.The internal storage of a smartphone needs to be fast for most tasks, especially when it comes to storing video footage from the cameras. However, while most brief tasks enjoy this speed, it seems the new iPhone 18 Pro Max may have a limitation under extremely heavy loads.In an analysis from Bilibili channel Homolab s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/unsurprisingly-iphone-18-pro-max-ssd-will-slow-down-when-hammered/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 14:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/unsurprisingly-iphone-18-pro-max-ssd-will-slow-down-when-hammered/ The 20th anniversary iPhone may have more curved edges than recent models
Back in July 2026, leaker Digital Chat Station said on Weibo that the iPhone 20 Pro Max may get the largest-ever iPhone screen. Then in August 2026, they repeated that and added how the iPhone 20 Pro would also get a larger display.Now the same leaker is back claiming to have exclusiv]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-20-pro-screen-resolution-detailed-in-new-leak/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 14:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-20-pro-screen-resolution-detailed-in-new-leak/ iPhone 18 Pro in nature.The internal storage of a smartphone needs to be fast for most tasks, especially when it comes to storing video footage from the cameras. However, while most brief tasks enjoy this speed, it seems the new iPhone 18 Pro Max may have a limitation under extremely heavy loads.In an analysis from Bilibili channel H]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-max-storage-hits-glacial-speeds-under-extreme-loads/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 14:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-max-storage-hits-glacial-speeds-under-extreme-loads/ Delayed Siri features led to a lawsuit settlement
Apple was sued in a class-action lawsuit for delaying Siri features related to the implementation of artificial intelligence. Since various iPhone models were advertised and sold as compatible with the impending then delayed upgrades, the plaintiffs made their case.The lawsuit re]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/claim-your-25-in-apples-250-million-settlement-over-delayed-siri-features/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 14:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/claim-your-25-in-apples-250-million-settlement-over-delayed-siri-features/ Tim Cook (left) with Australian Prime Minister Albanese - image credit: Apple.
Australia has been implementing policies such as age verification in an attempt to limit children and teenagers' use of social media. Now Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has been visiting Apple Park, and according to Reuters, says that Tim Cook backed the moves."Tim Cook gave us a l]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/australias-prime-minister-says-tim-cook-backs-the-countrys-social-media-curbs/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/australias-prime-minister-says-tim-cook-backs-the-countrys-social-media-curbs/ Battersea Power Station in London, UK. Apple's offices are in there.Sunday Reboot is a weekly column covering some of the lighter stories within the Apple reality distortion field from the past seven days. All to get next week underway with a good first step.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-a-power-station-and-store-hopes/Sun, 20 Sep 2026 21:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-a-power-station-and-store-hopes/ iPhone Duo
Apple's introduction of the iPhone Duo confirmed long-time rumors of the development of a folding smartphone. Its launch wasn't without a small amount of sticker shock, with consumers expected to pay $1,999 for the base model.However, before the iPhone Duo makes it to consumer hands, analysts are already claiming it w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/foldable-futures-iphone-duo-is-apples-bet-for-smartphone-growth/Sun, 20 Sep 2026 19:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/foldable-futures-iphone-duo-is-apples-bet-for-smartphone-growth/ Apple Fitness+ Time To Walk and Time To Run reportedly see staffing layoffs
As a devision, Apple Fitness+ has had some bad press about bullying, but if it's correct that there are now job cuts, they are not substantial. The new Bloomberg report suggests that Apple Fitness+ is in trouble and claims audio features such as Time to Walk and Time To]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/claimed-apple-fitness-layoffs-are-no-sign-of-problems-with-the-service/Sun, 20 Sep 2026 17:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/claimed-apple-fitness-layoffs-are-no-sign-of-problems-with-the-service/ An early interpretation of a Home Hub
During the Apple keynote, new CEO John Ternus laid out the company's plans for the future, including what is described as an "intelligent personal hub" approach. If a report is right, the long-rumored Home Hub will do that for the home, as the iPhone does for the person.Outlined in the "Power On"]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-home-hub-will-be-the-intelligent-center-of-your-home/Sun, 20 Sep 2026 16:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-home-hub-will-be-the-intelligent-center-of-your-home/ The latest in an occasional series on the world of Apple-related crime.iPhone 17 review, one year later: This thing is still gigantic in my tiny, little baby hands.
The latest in an occasional AppleInsider series on the world of Apple-related crime.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/crime-blotter-best-buy-lines-and-porsche-tracking/Sun, 20 Sep 2026 13:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/crime-blotter-best-buy-lines-and-porsche-tracking/ Save on the new Apple Watch Series 12, Ultra 4 - Image credit: Apple
The new Apple Watch Series 12 starts at $399, but Amazon is knocking $10 off multiple styles this weekend.Save up to $20 on new Apple Watch models
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-cuts-apple-watch-series-12-ultra-4-prices-upon-release/Sat, 19 Sep 2026 18:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-cuts-apple-watch-series-12-ultra-4-prices-upon-release/ The MacBook Pro has yet to move to M6.Before the introduction of the M6 Mac mini, the rumor mill was dead set on the idea that Apple will be shortening the M6 generation of Apple Silicon in favor of moving to M7 faster. After the launch, a benchmark result may have indicated that there will be more to the M6 g]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m6-pro-benchmark-surfaces-despite-claims-of-a-short-chip-generation/Sat, 19 Sep 2026 17:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m6-pro-benchmark-surfaces-despite-claims-of-a-short-chip-generation/ iPhone 18 Pro Max
Apple's introduction of the iPhone 18 Pro line included a lot of hype about its use of the C2 modem. It turns out not to be the case for the iPhone 18 Pro Max in the United States.In details from a teardown of the iPhone 18 Pro Max by TechInsights, it details many of the typical internal components, like the A20 Pro chip and the N1 wire]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/teardown-confirms-us-iphone-18-pro-max-lacks-apples-c2-modem/Sat, 19 Sep 2026 14:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/teardown-confirms-us-iphone-18-pro-max-lacks-apples-c2-modem/ Apple Watch Series 12 has slightly larger bezels
The Apple Watch Series 12 has a new Health Sensing system, which replaced the rear sensor stack with a larger surface area. That seemed to be the only significant external design change, at least, until customers got their hands on them.According to various posts on Reddit]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-series-12-has-slightly-larger-bezels-stuck-out-digital-crown/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 21:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-series-12-has-slightly-larger-bezels-stuck-out-digital-crown/ Xcode 27.1 beta adds iPhone Duo development tools
On Friday, Apple released the first Xcode 27.1 beta, giving developers the tools they need to prepare for iPhone Duo. They now have roughly one month to test their apps across the foldable iPhone's many possible layouts.Xcode 27.1 includes Swift 6.4 and SDKs for iOS 27.1, iPadOS 27.1, and Apple's other operating sys]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/developers-finally-get-xcode-tools-to-prepare-apps-for-iphone-duo/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/developers-finally-get-xcode-tools-to-prepare-apps-for-iphone-duo/ Upstate New York has emerged as the leading candidate, Reuters reported Friday, citing three people familiar with the discussions. No agreement has been reached, and the location, investment, capacity, and construction schedule remain undecided.So]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/a-us-nand-factory-could-reshape-storage-supply-but-not-yet-for-apple/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/a-us-nand-factory-could-reshape-storage-supply-but-not-yet-for-apple/ iPhone 18 Pro stars in new 'Shot on iPhone' music video
On Friday, Apple shared a brand-new 35-second "Shot on iPhone" ad. This time it doubles as a bite-sized music video.The video is for "new trick" by K-Pop artist Rose. Of the project, Apple says: "The new variable aperture lens on the 48MP main camera captured improved low-light footage and impressive depth of field to bring the music v]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-latest-iphone-18-pro-ad-is-a-micro-music-video/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-latest-iphone-18-pro-ad-is-a-micro-music-video/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/build-for-iphoneduo-with-new-resources/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/build-for-iphoneduo-with-new-resources/ Apple says that paper notebooks were part of the inspiration for the iPhone Duo.
Even as Apple is celebrating the arrival of the iPhone 18 Pro in stores, even its own executives are looking ahead to when the iPhone Duo comes out.CEO John Ternus, hardware executive Molly Anderson and software executive Steve Lemay have been talking to GQ magazine about having started fr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-is-steve-jobss-intersection-of-technology-and-liberal-arts-says-ternus/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-is-steve-jobss-intersection-of-technology-and-liberal-arts-says-ternus/ Save on Apple's newest hardware - Image credit: Apple
Apple's newest products are hitting store shelves, and we've rounded up the best deals on the new hardware.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/where-to-grab-the-best-deals-on-airpods-5-apple-watch-series-12-iphone-18-pro/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/where-to-grab-the-best-deals-on-airpods-5-apple-watch-series-12-iphone-18-pro/ Talking apart the new iPhone 18 Pro - image credit: REWA Technology.
Back in September 2025, teardowns of the iPhone 17 Pro revealed Apple's then-new vapor chamber cooling system. Now the REWA Technology YouTube channel has taken apart the new iPhone 18 Pro and shown just which components have changed.There are details Apple hasn't di]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-iphone-18-pro-teardown-shows-larger-battery-and-vapor-chamber/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-iphone-18-pro-teardown-shows-larger-battery-and-vapor-chamber/ iPhone 18 Pro in an ESR case. Image source: ESR
It's time to order your next iPhone, Apple Watch, and set of AirPods, but don't forget to get some accessories that'll keep them safe. ESR has the accessories you'll need — an iPhone Duo case that'll arrive ahead of your pre-order, plus a new Apple Wat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/protect-your-iphone-duo-amp-iphone-18-pro-lineup-with-esrs-latest-cases/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/protect-your-iphone-duo-amp-iphone-18-pro-lineup-with-esrs-latest-cases/ Image credit: @Apple___Sora via X
The signs feature Apple's iconic cursive "hello" script. And they're small for a reason: Apple has tucked them into spots that make them natural targets for the iPhone 18 Pro's telephoto camera.Apple's new iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max both offer up to 8x optical-quality zoom through the 48MP Fusion T]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-is-hiding-tiny-hello-signs-for-iphone-18-pro-users-to-find/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-is-hiding-tiny-hello-signs-for-iphone-18-pro-users-to-find/ Apple's new iPhone 18 Pro range is now in stores.
Back in May 2026, Evercore raised its price by $35 to $365, arguing that investors were ignoring Apple's long term prospects. Now it's raised the price again, but this time because of what appear to be short term issues.Specifically, the company reports that its survey of consume]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/evercore-raises-aapl-price-target-to-380-on-new-iphone-demand/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/evercore-raises-aapl-price-target-to-380-on-new-iphone-demand/ Protesters parked a series of vans along Fifth Avenue ahead of the iPhone 18 Pro store opening.
Apple Fifth Avenue was briefly closed as its famous glass cube was decorated in the new iPhone colors, and it has now been officially opened by CEO John Ternus, head of retail Deirdre O'Brien, and vice president of worldwide marketing, Greg J]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/child-safety-protesters-target-apple-fifth-avenue-at-iphone-18-pro-release/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/child-safety-protesters-target-apple-fifth-avenue-at-iphone-18-pro-release/ They're here.
Apple has finally released the OS 27 updates to the public, and with them, Siri AI. Developers are updating their apps for the new systems, so there is a lot to dig through now that it is all available.Meanwhile, iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max got some early impressio]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-apple-watch-iphone-duo-and-ios-27-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-apple-watch-iphone-duo-and-ios-27-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/ Apple Fifth Avenue prepares for the iPhone 18 Pro launch - image credit: Apple.
The first pre-orders of the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are arriving and they are also now in Apple Stores around the world. There have been crowds outside stores in Kuala Lumpur, one of the earliest Apple Stores to open, but now there's something]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-fifth-avenue-cube-changes-colors-for-iphone-18-pro-release/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-fifth-avenue-cube-changes-colors-for-iphone-18-pro-release/ Users can open the app to revisit an earlier response, continue a conversation from another supported device or pin an exchange they expect to need again. Voice activation still makes more sense for timers, reminders, music, directions and smart home controls that don't require a lasting conversat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-app-vs-hey-siri-how-to-get-more-from-siri-ai/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-app-vs-hey-siri-how-to-get-more-from-siri-ai/ Queues at Apple The Exchange TRX in Kuala Lumpur as the iPhone 18 Pro goes on sale - image credit: Apple.
Apple opened iPhone 18 Pro preorders on September 12, ahead of its September 18 release. Customers in the earliest time zones are now among the first to receive their new devices.Deliveries typically begin in Australia and New Zealand, followed by Asia, Europe, and North America. Apple St]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-first-iphone-18-pro-preorders-are-reaching-customers/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-first-iphone-18-pro-preorders-are-reaching-customers/ OpenAI won't get to see what convinced Elon Musk to let Apple leave lawsuit
When Elon Musk's SpaceXAI sought to dismiss Apple from the ongoing lawsuit brought against it and OpenAI, it wasn't clear exactly what had transpired. In OpenAI's efforts to find out, it has been revealed that there was some kind of settl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/openai-wont-get-to-see-terms-of-settlement-between-apple-and-spacexai/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 04:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/openai-wont-get-to-see-terms-of-settlement-between-apple-and-spacexai/ Apple will once again use iPhones during an MLB game
Apple first used iPhone cameras to capture a Major League Baseball Game in September 2025. The new iPhone 18 Pro models with variable aperture have launched just in time to be used in Friday's MLB game.The "Friday Night Baseball" game between the San Francisco Giants and Los Angeles Dodgers will]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-friday-night-baseball-broadcast-will-be-partially-captured-by-iphone-18-pro/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 01:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-friday-night-baseball-broadcast-will-be-partially-captured-by-iphone-18-pro/ SoftRAID 9 is available now for Mac and Windows. Existing Premium subscribers receive the upgrade at no additional cost, and current SoftRAID volumes won't need to be reformatted.The release expands SoftRAID's fault-tolerance options while adding access to encrypted APFS RAID volumes on Windows. RAID 6 and RAID 6+ are the biggest additi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/softraid-9-adds-raid-6-for-macos-27-owners-only/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/softraid-9-adds-raid-6-for-macos-27-owners-only/ Apple Watch Ultra 4 and Apple Watch Series 12 review roundup
Reviews of Apple's newest wearables have begun rolling in ahead of Friday, September 18's release date. Here's what reviewers across the web thought of September's two new Apple Watch models.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Di]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-series-12-and-apple-watch-ultra-4-reviewers-praise-health-upgrades/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-series-12-and-apple-watch-ultra-4-reviewers-praise-health-upgrades/ iPhone 18 Pro sales have already started, and analysts are worried for no reason
For years now, Apple's September iPhone release includes a Pro and a non-Pro. There have been some exceptions previously, like the iPhone X. There has also been the iPhone Air, and this year, the iPhone Duo.The iPhone X disrupted the talkin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ignore-stock-advisor-chatter-about-iphone-18-pro-demand/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ignore-stock-advisor-chatter-about-iphone-18-pro-demand/ All of these cool features and I'll just need to pony up four months of my mortgage
You may remember me as the author of nearly 3,000 words about how the iPhone 16e seemed like a stupid product. You also may remember that a large portion of that rant was, more or less, me yelling about how Apple should have never discontinued a small iPh]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-a-godsend-for-mini-iphone-fans-minus-the-price/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-a-godsend-for-mini-iphone-fans-minus-the-price/ Addigy Intelligence Suite launches September 17 with AI Script Assist, natural-language reporting, controls for unapproved AI applications, and support for Model Context Protocol. Administrators must approve proposed management actions before they run.The approval requirement]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ai-can-reach-addigys-iphone-management-layer-assuming-you-let-it/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ai-can-reach-addigys-iphone-management-layer-assuming-you-let-it/ This is what you paid $2,000 for? Give it time: developers can have a lot to do to make their apps take proper advantage of the iPhone Duo - image elements credit: Apple.
Even though everyone believed a foldable iPhone was coming, Apple did manage to keep the iPhone Duo secret better than usual. Which means that as well a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/give-developers-time-to-update-apps-for-iphone-duo/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/give-developers-time-to-update-apps-for-iphone-duo/ Image credit: pdfu via X
Apple Music is preparing to add release countdowns for upcoming albums, giving listeners an at-a-glance timer showing how long remains before new music becomes available. The countdown appears directly on an album's page beneath the search bar.The upcoming feature was shared by pdfu on X, who found it hidden in Wednesday's beta.
Continue Reading o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-music-testing-out-countdown-clocks-for-upcoming-albums/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-music-testing-out-countdown-clocks-for-upcoming-albums/ Sri Santhanam talks about the design of the A20 Pro processor - image credit: The Circuit podcast
The A20 Pro processor in the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and iPhone Duo is the most capable chip ever in any iPhone. Each generation is of course better than the last, but this is the f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/a20-pro-succeeds-because-it-was-built-just-for-what-apple-needs/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/a20-pro-succeeds-because-it-was-built-just-for-what-apple-needs/ iPhone 17 review, one year later
The iPhone 17 was Apple's 2025 baseline release. For whatever reason, the general public really took to it. Apple's own Tim Cook pointed out repeatedly that the phone was one of Apple's best sellers of all time.As fate would have it, it was also the iPhone I was, more or less, forced into buying. My beloved iPhone 13 mini was on death's doorstep, and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-17-review-one-year-later-still-plenty-to-appreciate/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-17-review-one-year-later-still-plenty-to-appreciate/ Former Apple CEO Tim Cook continues his role as government liaison
Tim Cook stepped down from his CEO position on September 1 and took over as Executive Chairman and Apple government liaison. The new role is meant to keep CEO John Ternus at a distance from political matters.Barely two weeks into his new position, Cook will be att]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-government-liaison-tim-cook-to-dine-with-ai-amp-world-leaders/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 02:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-government-liaison-tim-cook-to-dine-with-ai-amp-world-leaders/ Former Apple CEO Tim Cook continues his role as government liaison
Tim Cook stepped down from his CEO position on September 1 and took over as Executive Chairman and Apple government liaison. The new role is meant to keep CEO John Ternus at a distance from political matters.Barely two weeks into his new position, Cook will be att]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-government-liaison-tim-cook-to-dine-with-ai-amp-government-leaders/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 02:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-government-liaison-tim-cook-to-dine-with-ai-amp-government-leaders/ AI-driven RAM shortages continue
Former Apple CEO Tim Cook called the AI-driven RAM shortages a "100-year flood" that would inevitably lead to product price increases. Those price increases came for nearly every existing product but the iPhone, but then a $100 increase spread across the existing iPhon]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dram-pricing-will-mean-more-iphone-price-hikes-in-2027-no-relief-through-2028/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dram-pricing-will-mean-more-iphone-price-hikes-in-2027-no-relief-through-2028/ iOS 27 features a Notification Center bug.While the iOS 27 update refined Apple's Liquid Glass aesthetic, the software also brought with it an apparent user interface bug. Quickly toggling and switching between the Control Center and Notification Center can seemingly make devices unresponsive.In essence, the bug needs to be triggered deliberately by quickly openi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-notification-center-issue-persists-from-beta-to-public-release/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-notification-center-issue-persists-from-beta-to-public-release/ iOS 27.2 beta 1 introduces a redesigned Health app, improves Siri AI localization, and more.
On Wednesday, following the full public release of iOS 27, Apple made iOS 27.2 beta 1 available to all compatible devices except the iPhone Duo. Apple's first foldable phone is expected to ship with iOS 27.1, while the remainder of the iPhone lineup will receive iOS 27.2The first d]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-in-ios-272-beta-redesigned-health-app-siri-ai-localization-more/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-in-ios-272-beta-redesigned-health-app-siri-ai-localization-more/ iOS 27 on an iPhone
After reaching the end of the develper beta process for its milestone operating systems, Apple has now moved on to the point releases. The first developer builds of iOS 27.2, iPadOS 27.2, macOS 27.2 Golden Gate, and tvOS 27.2 are now available for testing.At the time of publication, builds for watchOS 27.2 and visionOS 27.2 have no]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-developer-betas-of-ios-272-macos-272-are-out-for-testing/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 19:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-developer-betas-of-ios-272-macos-272-are-out-for-testing/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/get-your-subscriptions-ready-for-ios-27/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 19:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/get-your-subscriptions-ready-for-ios-27/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/updates-to-app-tracking-transparency-in-the-europeanunion/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/updates-to-app-tracking-transparency-in-the-europeanunion/ Memory sticks - Image Credit: SK Hynix
The global memory crisis is causing companies to pay high prices for the chips, while producers make plans to expand production. The situation may result in the unusual move by SK Hynix to bring RAM manufacturing to an entirely new continent.According to sources of Reuters on September 16, SK Hynix is in talks with processor]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-supplier-sk-hynix-in-talks-with-intel-about-us-made-ram/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-supplier-sk-hynix-in-talks-with-intel-about-us-made-ram/ Get T-Mobile's iPhone 18 Pro on Us deal - Image credit: Apple
It's time to pre-order the iPhone 18 Pro or iPhone 18 Pro Max, and whichever model you choose, T-Mobile makes it an easy upgrade. When switching to T-Mobile, not only do you get the latest iPhone, but you also get the perks of Magenta Status, specia]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/get-an-iphone-18-pro-on-t-mobile-with-any-condition-trade-in/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/get-an-iphone-18-pro-on-t-mobile-with-any-condition-trade-in/ iPhone 18 Pro stars in new Shot on iPhone exhibit
Announced at September's "Surprise and Shine" event, Apple's iPhone 18 Pro brings several changes to the iPhone camera system. These include a variable aperture and improved low-light photography.As with previous iPhone generations, Apple has handed the device to professional photographers to demonstrate what]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/three-photographers-put-the-iphone-18-pro-camera-to-work/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/three-photographers-put-the-iphone-18-pro-camera-to-work/ Prime Big Deal Days starts Oct. 6, save on Apple now - Image credit: Amazon
October Prime Day is less than a month away, but deals on Apple hardware are already available, including preorder savings on AirPods 5, the Apple Watch Series 12, M6 Mac mini, and more. Plus snap up MacBook markdowns of up to $600 off.Shop early fall Prime Day deals
Continue Readi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/prime-big-deal-days-starts-oct-6-but-you-can-save-up-to-600-on-apple-now/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/prime-big-deal-days-starts-oct-6-but-you-can-save-up-to-600-on-apple-now/ Apple's elderly G5 xServe rack-mounted server - Image credit Jeff Geerling
While Apple already makes its own servers in Houston, it is reportedly looking at making a rack-mounted server product for wider distribution. The product line, as rumored, is said to be two main products with one containing tw]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-xserve-may-return-with-nvidia-tech/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-xserve-may-return-with-nvidia-tech/ The new iPhone 18 Pro Max and iPhone 18 Pro.
Pre-orders for the iPhone 18 Pro models appeared to get off to a slow start, at least compared to how shipping was rapidly delayed for the iPhone 17 Pro. But now that reviewers are getting to test it in the real world, there is only one criticism."Is it expensive?" asks Marques Brownlee in his YouTube revie]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-review-roundup-great-cameras-no-surprises-isnt-iphone-duo/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-review-roundup-great-cameras-no-surprises-isnt-iphone-duo/ iPhone Duo managed to pull off an ultra-thin foldable design without too many compromises
The iPhone Air created a fork in Apple's lineup that gave users a premium choice that wasn't "pro." However, some users complained that it may have cut too many corners to achieve its thin and light desi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-iphone-duo-doesnt-have-and-what-compensates-for-those-losses/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-iphone-duo-doesnt-have-and-what-compensates-for-those-losses/ How Apple Reference Image appears to users - Image Credit: Apple
Apple Reference Image was introduced alongside the iPhone 18 Pro as a form of digital negative for an iPhone photo. It is billed as a way to prove that the image appears the same as it was when it was first taken, and that it isn't an AI-generated or edited shot.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-reference-image-is-a-mammoth-effort-to-combat-ai-edited-photos/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-reference-image-is-a-mammoth-effort-to-combat-ai-edited-photos/ iPhone 18 Pro Max [left] vs iPhone 15 Pro Max [right]
The iPhone 18 Pro Max is Apple's latest premium model of smartphone, if you ignore the iPhone Duo. As the top of the line in many respects, it's what consumers wanting the ultimate iPhone will get, especially if they value photography and videography.However, it's also three y]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-max-vs-iphone-15-pro-max-three-year-upgrade-compared/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-max-vs-iphone-15-pro-max-three-year-upgrade-compared/ Elon Musk is not going to be able to dismiss his lawsuit against Apple as easily as he may have hoped.
Musk's suit was a nonsense one claiming that Apple basically rigs App Store charts and features to favor its partner OpenAI's ChatGPT, and exclude X's Grok. It was entirely and demonstrably baseless, but Musk persisted, un]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/musk-doesnt-get-to-just-walk-away-from-his-apple-lawsuit/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/musk-doesnt-get-to-just-walk-away-from-his-apple-lawsuit/ Mac Studio with M5 Ultra is Apple's most powerful Mac yet
Earlier Tuesday, the M6 benchmarks showed up on Geekbench with impressive results. It is expected to be the only chipset in that generation, so the M5 Ultra is the high-end pros will have to work with for the time being.Another Geekbench result showed up, this time for the M5 Ultr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/108k-m5-ultra-mac-studio-benchmark-shows-a-6x-increase-in-multi-core-compute-since-m1/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/108k-m5-ultra-mac-studio-benchmark-shows-a-6x-increase-in-multi-core-compute-since-m1/ Apple's 2019 21.5-inch iMac is now vintage, according to Apple.
In 2019, Apple updated the aging Intel iMac with eighth-generation Intel processors and new AMD Radeon graphics cards. It shipped in the same slim chassis Apple introduced back in 2012, and Apple still offered then-outdated options like the 1TB Fusion Drive.It was already a mediocre upgrade]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-vintage-products-list-now-includes-the-final-215-inch-intel-imac/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-vintage-products-list-now-includes-the-final-215-inch-intel-imac/ Apple released macOS 27 Golden Gate on September 14 without support for Apple Filing Protocol, or AFP. AirPort Time Capsule and AirPort Disk depend on AFP for Time Machine backups.The company's updated support document says Time Machine continues to work with third-party ne]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macos-27-kills-time-capsule-backups-but-nas-hosts-still-work/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 21:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macos-27-kills-time-capsule-backups-but-nas-hosts-still-work/ CarPlay Ultra in an Aston Martin - Image Credit: Top Gear/YouTube
The interface is expected in the 2027 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks. Based on the description by GM, it comes with gauges, hands-free driving, and more. All of this feels like Apple's new CarPlay interface.There will be 60 inches]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/gm-caves-carplay-wont-be-cut-from-gas-powered-vehicles/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/gm-caves-carplay-wont-be-cut-from-gas-powered-vehicles/ Mac mini
Ahead of the release of Apple's product launches to consumers, benchmarks for the models frequently surface, hinting at what's on the way. That has seemingly happened for the M6 Mac mini, which Apple introduced at the end of August.The Geekbench 7 listing for a "Mac18,5" posted on September 15 mentions it is a M]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-m6-benchmarks-reveal-how-much-raw-power-the-mac-mini-has/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-m6-benchmarks-reveal-how-much-raw-power-the-mac-mini-has/ Grab a preorder deal on AirPods 5 at Amazon today.
You can pick up a pair of AirPods 5 for $124.99, a $5 discount on the new earbuds. While not a huge markdown, it does save you a few bucks if you're planning on picking up a pair for yourself or as a gift. Want to learn more about the latest release? Check out ou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-5-get-first-preorder-discount-plus-2026-mac-mini-amp-mac-studio-savings/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-5-get-first-preorder-discount-plus-2026-mac-mini-amp-mac-studio-savings/ AirPods 5 review: The new AirPods 5 have the same form factor but better ANC
Like AirPods 4, the AirPods 5 come in two versions: base mode and a high-end model with additional features.For this review, I'm testing the more expensive AirPods 5 with the wireless charging case. Luckily, audio quality and the active noise cancellation are]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-5-with-wireless-charging-case-review-somehow-both-better-amp-cheaper/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-5-with-wireless-charging-case-review-somehow-both-better-amp-cheaper/ Save $150 on 1TB M5 MacBook Air models - Image credit: Apple
All four color options of the M5/16GB/1TB configuration are discounted to $1,449 at Amazon today, with the upgraded 24GB RAM spec marked down to $1,649 in Midnight and Sky Blue.Save $150 on 1TB 13" MacBook Air
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-1tb-m5-macbook-air-falls-to-1449-save-150/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-1tb-m5-macbook-air-falls-to-1449-save-150/ John Ternus at the Emmys with the iPhone Duo - Image Credit: Deadline/X
The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards were a big success for Apple TV. As the new CEO of Apple, John Ternus was in attendance, and he used the opportunity of a red carpet interview to flash the iPhone Duo in front of the cameras.In a clip posted by Deadline to X, Ternus]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/john-ternus-iphone-duo-got-a-red-carpet-moment-cue-internet-drama/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/john-ternus-iphone-duo-got-a-red-carpet-moment-cue-internet-drama/ iPhone Duo has a unique dual camera system that isn't as compromised as you'd think
The iPhone Duo is Apple's first foldable and has four cameras, but unlike the iPhone 18 Pro, they're not the one's you'd expect. There are two rear cameras, an inner under-display FaceTime camera, and a front-facing selfie camera.The came]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-camera-system-vs-iphone-18-pro-design-compromises-not-flaws/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-camera-system-vs-iphone-18-pro-design-compromises-not-flaws/ Seven years later, Craig Federighi is doubtlessly back opening and closing his MacBook, this time to see Mac Duo, not just Apple Silicon's launch speed - image credit: Apple.
If you've seen the iPhone Duo demonstrated, you know how good the animation is. And if you don't happen to have seen it yet, you'll surely be able to watch it late]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-get-iphone-duos-fun-opening-animation-on-your-mac/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-get-iphone-duos-fun-opening-animation-on-your-mac/ The new Audio Intelligence features include Siri Recap, which summarizes conversations, and Live Rewind, which retrieves the preceding 15 seconds as text. Automatic Shazam recognition and alerts for sounds such as alarms, sirens, and doorbells use the same protected system.Because Siri R]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-series-12-siri-recap-listens-all-day-but-apple-cant-access-the-audio/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-series-12-siri-recap-listens-all-day-but-apple-cant-access-the-audio/ The Aqara G5 Pro Outdoor Camera Hub (left) is one of the few cameras Apple currently lists as compatible with its Apple Intelligence video summarizing - image credit: Apple.
As iOS 27 comes out of beta testing, Apple has updated a support document that reveals the pricing for its Apple Intelligence featur]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-intelligence-homekit-secure-video-summaries-cost-up-to-60-per-month/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-intelligence-homekit-secure-video-summaries-cost-up-to-60-per-month/ Alleged iOS 18 issues are becoming a regulatory problem in India
The Central Consumer Protection Agency of India is taking a close look at Apple's software warranty policies, continuing an investigation into repairs. The latest investigation accuses Apple of ripping off consumers through repairs.It is a continuation of an investigation]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-faces-india-repair-probe-over-a-lack-of-software-warranties/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-faces-india-repair-probe-over-a-lack-of-software-warranties/ Apple Watch Ultra 4 vs. Apple Watch Ultra 3: Apple's premium smartwatch is more useful than ever.
On Wednesday, alongside the iPhone Duo and iPhone 18 Pro, Apple unveiled the Apple Watch Ultra 4. Though the outside of the watch is effectively indistinguishable from the Apple Watch Ultra 3, the hardware inside packs a significant p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-ultra-4-vs-apple-watch-ultra-3-apples-premium-smartwatch/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-ultra-4-vs-apple-watch-ultra-3-apples-premium-smartwatch/ Matthew Rhys in "Widow's Bay" - image credit: Apple.
Apple TV had already won 20 awards during the first nights of the 2026 Emmy Awards, in the chiefly technical categories. But now it has brought that up to 29, making it the most awarded network of the year for the second time running.Its wins at the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards also mean that Apple TV broke records just wi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/widows-bay-leads-apple-to-multiple-record-breaking-emmy-wins/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/widows-bay-leads-apple-to-multiple-record-breaking-emmy-wins/ Elon Musk's lawsuit against Apple isn't going his way
The court filing on Monday, September 14 is pretty sparse, other than the request to dismiss. It's not yet clear if there's some kind of settlement, or if Musk has decided his case is baseless.OpenAI was named in the suit as well. Notably, it's just Apple that Musk is asking t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-not-clear-why-elon-musk-has-filed-to-dismiss-app-store-favoritism-suit/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 23:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-not-clear-why-elon-musk-has-filed-to-dismiss-app-store-favoritism-suit/ How to join the Siri AI waitlist in iOS 27
Apple's new Siri AI features aren't automatically available after installing iOS 27. If you're interested in trying, you must first request access through a waitlist.To join the waitlist, you need to meet certain criteria. This includes having a compatible iPhone, setting your language to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/you-need-to-join-the-siri-ai-waitlist-before-you-can-use-it/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 23:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/you-need-to-join-the-siri-ai-waitlist-before-you-can-use-it/ Apple still has plenty of products to announce over the next year
The release cycle never ends for a multi-trillion dollar company, and Apple fans are well aware of that. Every product is on a release cycle, so many are easy to predict down to the month or day of release.According to a new ru]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-has-16-products-in-line-for-future-release/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-has-16-products-in-line-for-future-release/ Apple's iPhone Duo cases
Apple always releases a few first-party cases with new iPhone models. For iPhone 18 Pro, Apple has a series of silicone cases, TechWoven cases, and a clear case.For the forthcoming iPhone Duo, Apple has two choices. There is a simple plastic case and a stylish folio one that]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hands-on-with-apples-iphone-duo-cases-folio-style-will-be-an-early-hit-with-users/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hands-on-with-apples-iphone-duo-cases-folio-style-will-be-an-early-hit-with-users/ Epic's lawsuit against Apple continues
Apple and Epic have been battling each other for over six years over how Apple operates the App Store and charges commissions. The initial lawsuit ended in near total victory for Apple except for a provision about anti-steering practices.The District Court found Apple in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-standing-its-ground-in-epics-app-store-fee-suit/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-standing-its-ground-in-epics-app-store-fee-suit/ Elon Musk's lawsuit against Apple isn't going his way
The court filing on Monday, September 14 is pretty sparse, other than the request to dismiss. It's not yet clear if there's some kind of settlement, or if Musk has decided his case is baseless.OpenAI was named in the suit as well. Notably, it's just Apple that Musk is asking t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-not-clear-why-elon-musks-has-filed-to-dismiss-app-store-favoritism-suit/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-not-clear-why-elon-musks-has-filed-to-dismiss-app-store-favoritism-suit/ Apple updates AirPods for iOS 27
On Monday, Apple released a firmware update for AirPods Pro 2, AirPods Pro 3, AirPods 4, and AirPods Max 2. The build number is 9A350.The firmware arrives alongside iOS 27, which brings new audio controls to several AirPods models. The update expands customization options in Apple's latest operating systems.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-updates-airpods-as-ios-27-adds-customizable-eq/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-updates-airpods-as-ios-27-adds-customizable-eq/ Elon Musk's lawsuit against Apple isn't going his way
The court filing on Monday, September 14 is pretty sparse, other than the request to dismiss. It's not yet clear if there's some kind of settlement, or if Musk has decided his case is baseless.OpenAI was named in the suit as well. Notably, it's just Apple that Musk is asking t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/elon-musks-x-corp-files-to-dismiss-app-store-favoritism-case/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/elon-musks-x-corp-files-to-dismiss-app-store-favoritism-case/ When setting up Siri AI, Apple asks users whether they want to join Improve Siri & Dictation. Choosing "Not Now" declines the request without disabling the assistant.Users who initially agree can change their decision later. Apple documents the training setting under the exi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-make-sure-that-apple-wont-use-your-siri-ai-data-to-improve-its-models/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-make-sure-that-apple-wont-use-your-siri-ai-data-to-improve-its-models/ Apple Releases iOS 26.7, iPadOS 26.7, and macOS updates
Even with iOS 27 and Apple's other latest operating systems now rolling out, the company is continuing to support users who haven't upgraded. New updates for iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Sequoia, and macOS Tahoe are now rolling out.The release builds are as follows:
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-didnt-forget-about-updating-older-operating-systems/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-didnt-forget-about-updating-older-operating-systems/ The latest Apple TV 4K hardware is smaller than the old, and the Siri Remote now uses USB-C
As you know by now, Apple TV updates are somewhat modest compared to other Apple products. That's especially true after the major Liquid Glass redesign introduced with tvOS 26.Still, tvOS 27 has a few worthwhile additions, particularly for Apple]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-rolls-out-tvos-27-with-support-for-video-podcasts-improved-audio/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-rolls-out-tvos-27-with-support-for-video-podcasts-improved-audio/ Siri AI comes to Apple Watch
As anticipated, watchOS 27 didn't bring a massive overhaul to Apple Watch, but instead brought the device in line with the rest of the Apple ecosystem. This isn't surprising; Apple has been spending the last few years explaining its plans to do just that.Here's what Apple brought to watchOS 27.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forum]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-brings-smarter-siri-and-better-health-tracking-to-apple-watch-in-watchos-27/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-brings-smarter-siri-and-better-health-tracking-to-apple-watch-in-watchos-27/ Apple's macOS Golden Gate is now the official release and its best feature is Siri AI.
Fantastic is a strong word but apart from a few aspects that are still startlingly poor in it, Siri AI deserves the description. Up to now, Siri has really been an iPhone tool as it was cumbersome and slow on the Mac, and simply not as useful there.
Contin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macos-golden-gate-is-here-and-siri-ai-is-its-remarkable-best/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macos-golden-gate-is-here-and-siri-ai-is-its-remarkable-best/ visionOS 27 allows for spatial panoramas to act as custom environments
Apple took the OS 27 update cycle to focus on stability, optimization, and liquid glass refinements. However, visionOS didn't need those things as badly as Apple's other platforms.So, instead, visionOS 27 is one of the more feature-filled upd]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/visionos-27-adds-siri-ai-to-your-spatial-computing-environment/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/visionos-27-adds-siri-ai-to-your-spatial-computing-environment/ iPadOS 27 is here with system optimizations and Siri AI
The iPad sits in an odd place in Apple's lineup. It has to satisfy both power users and first-timers looking for both touchpad and touchscreen controls.iPadOS has been in search of the perfect paradigm for years, and the one Apple arrived at with iPa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ipados-27-brings-siri-ai-and-system-optimizations-to-your-ipad/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ipados-27-brings-siri-ai-and-system-optimizations-to-your-ipad/ iOS 27 welcome screen
Introduced back in June at WWDC 2026, Apple's update to iOS 27 has undergone many developer beta and public beta passes. But now, with the release of the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max on the horizon, it's made it available to all iPhone users.Apple is continuing with its current numbering strategy of referring to the year that the operating sy]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-is-now-available-with-big-changes-to-photos-and-siri/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-is-now-available-with-big-changes-to-photos-and-siri/ Image credit: pdfu via X
When a compatible wallet is attached, the Hermes logo is displayed. This is a unique animation instead of the standard one that plays when an Apple MagSafe wallet is attached.Apple also appears to be preparing additional Hermes MagSafe wallet designs. Images shared by pdfu on X show several new colors and materials, including]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-has-a-dedicated-animation-for-hermes-magsafe-wallets-on-the-way/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-has-a-dedicated-animation-for-hermes-magsafe-wallets-on-the-way/ Save up to $150 on iPads at Amazon.
You can pick up an A16 iPad 11-inch for $399.99 at Amazon, with Apple's entire tablet range eligible for markdowns. New for September is a $150 discount on the 13-inch iPad Air M4 with 1TB capacity, which is discounted to $1,399.99, a 30-day low price.Get iPad deals from $399
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-ipad-deals-start-at-399-save-150-on-ipad-air/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-ipad-deals-start-at-399-save-150-on-ipad-air/ Apple wants your Siri conversations
A new section in the iOS 27 privacy policy shows that Apple has reversed its stance on using customers' data to train its AI models. Previously, the company assured customers that it had no need for customer data, and would figure out how to make Siri AI work well without it.Apple maintains that it]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-you-let-it-apple-intelligence-will-train-itself-on-your-data-in-ios-27/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-you-let-it-apple-intelligence-will-train-itself-on-your-data-in-ios-27/ Apple wants your Siri conversations
A new section in the iOS 27 privacy policy shows that Apple has reversed its stance on using customers' data to train its AI models. Previously, the company assured customers that it had no need for customer data, and would figure out how to make Siri AI work well without it.Apple maintains that it]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-has-altered-course-on-using-customer-data-to-train-its-ai/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-has-altered-course-on-using-customer-data-to-train-its-ai/ In future, Siri AI's interface could be used to work with Claude, or the whole thing could seemingly be replaced by ChatGPT, if a user wants - image credit: pdfu.
The same developer who found watchOS code for the then-unannounced Readiness app has now found that Apple has prepared Siri AI to be almost completely replaced. Frequent lea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-is-built-to-be-replaceable-by-claude-or-chatgpt/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-is-built-to-be-replaceable-by-claude-or-chatgpt/ Apple's Craig Federighi - image credit: Marques Brownlee.
Apple's iPhone Duo, and especially its price tag, immediately raised the issue that users could get the same benefits by buying a regular iPhone and an iPad mini. Now Apple's senior vice president of software engineering, Craig Federighi, has ta]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/craig-federighi-admits-iphone-duo-may-replace-ipads-for-some-users/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/craig-federighi-admits-iphone-duo-may-replace-ipads-for-some-users/ iPhone 18 Pro [left] vs Google Pixel 11 Pro [right]
The timing is hard to ignore. Google launched the Pixel 11 Pro about a month ahead of Apple's fall event, positioning its compact flagship to spoil the iPhone 18 Pro party.The iPhone 18 Pro is the smaller of Apple's two new Pro models, sitting below the iPhone 18 Pro Max. It lines up naturally against the Pixel]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-vs-google-pixel-11-pro-tech-giant-flagships-compared/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-vs-google-pixel-11-pro-tech-giant-flagships-compared/ Save up to $150 on M5 MacBook Air models today - Image credit: Apple
A 30-day low price is in effect on Apple's M5 13-inch MacBook Air in your choice of Silver or Midnight, bringing the cost down to $1,199. This standard configuration has a 10-core CPU, 8-core GPU, 16GB of memory, and 512GB of storage, but you can also save triple digits on higher-end retail models during Amazon's lap]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-m5-macbook-air-to-1199-30-day-low-price/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 08:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-m5-macbook-air-to-1199-30-day-low-price/ Apple CEO John Ternus at Apple Park for the September iPhoen 18 Pro event - Image Credit: Apple
Sunday Reboot is a weekly column covering some of the lighter stories within the Apple reality distortion field from the past seven days. All to get next week underway with a good first step.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-apple-events-static-structure-and-ternus-exists/Sun, 13 Sep 2026 21:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-apple-events-static-structure-and-ternus-exists/ Save up to 94 percent on Windows 11 and Office Home 2024 - Image credit: Microsoft
StackSocial is hosting deals on Microsoft Windows and Office licenses, with Windows 11 discounted to $9.97 and Office Home 2024 for Mac marked down to $112.97, the latter down from $179.Shop Microsoft deals at StackSocial
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/microsoft-windows-11-and-office-for-mac-deals-plunge-to-as-low-as-997/Sun, 13 Sep 2026 19:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/microsoft-windows-11-and-office-for-mac-deals-plunge-to-as-low-as-997/ Password versioning in Apple Passwords
Attacks on Mac users are getting more sophisticated over time, with AI also opening the door to even more malware and the discovery of new intrusion techniques. While Apple does work to increase the security of its operating systems and software to count]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macos-tahoe-264-update-stops-you-from-copying-your-login-keychain/Sun, 13 Sep 2026 18:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macos-tahoe-264-update-stops-you-from-copying-your-login-keychain/ Tysons Corner Apple Store in 2023. Note the massive video wall.Apple retail sales efforts focus on Apple Stores as more than just a place to buy hardware, but also a local and physical representation of the brand. As the company's leadership changes, so too is the company's retail strategy.According Mark Gurman in Sunday's "Power]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-store-genius-bar-amp-pickup-counter-revamp-effort-accelerating/Sun, 13 Sep 2026 16:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-store-genius-bar-amp-pickup-counter-revamp-effort-accelerating/ Face ID invisibly scans the user's face to confirm their identity before unlocking - image credit: Apple.
Touch ID is easily the most apparent compromise in the iPhone Duo, and Apple has had to go back it because of that model's slim chassis. It was not physically possible to fit the usual Face ID components into that sp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-intelligence-could-be-the-key-to-cram-face-id-into-future-iphone-duo/Sun, 13 Sep 2026 16:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-intelligence-could-be-the-key-to-cram-face-id-into-future-iphone-duo/ Apple TV could get an upgrade soon
The slow rollout of Apple Intelligence in 2024 followed by a delay and rethink has caused several pieces of hardware to get shelved. The long-rumored Home Hub tablet, the next-generation Apple TV, and the other Apple Home products all need the new Siri AI to get the most out of them.According to the "Pow]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-apple-tv-with-siri-ai-could-launch-at-any-time-in-the-fall/Sun, 13 Sep 2026 16:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-apple-tv-with-siri-ai-could-launch-at-any-time-in-the-fall/ Apple's new iPhone 18 Pro Max (left) and iPhone 18 Pro.
Following their launch on September 9, 2026, the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max models are now available for pre-order. But they did not sell out immediately, as is more normally the case.By 08:30]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-pre-orders-off-to-a-surprisingly-slow-start/Sat, 12 Sep 2026 15:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-pre-orders-off-to-a-surprisingly-slow-start/ Get preorder deals on the new iPhone 18 Pro - Image credit: Apple
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are available for preorder now, and wireless carriers are already offering up to $1,200 off via incentives across the 2026 iPhone range in an effort to earn your business.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-up-to-1200-on-apples-iphone-18-pro-amp-iphone-18-pro-max/Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-up-to-1200-on-apples-iphone-18-pro-amp-iphone-18-pro-max/ The Apple Store is back online, with preorders for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max now officially open. This time around, Apple has a queue system, versus refresh-hammering, and will open the order page when it has reached your spot in the queue.Apple offered a preorder preparation option ahead of the launch,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/preorders-for-the-iphone-18-pro-and-iphone-18-pro-max-are-now-live/Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/preorders-for-the-iphone-18-pro-and-iphone-18-pro-max-are-now-live/ Apple Store down ahead of iPhone 18 Pro preorders
As anticipated, Apple has taken its online Apple Store offline to prepare for the launch ahead of iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. This year, the iPhone 18 will not launch alongside its higher-end counterparts.Apple routinely takes its online store offline before major product launches and preorder windows. The familiar "Be right back" m]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-store-goes-down-as-iphone-18-pro-preorders-loom/Sat, 12 Sep 2026 12:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-store-goes-down-as-iphone-18-pro-preorders-loom/ The company announced September 11 that creators will be able to release standalone games for mobile devices, PCs, and consoles. Players will also be able to open Roblox games in Chrome by the end of 2026 without installing the main app.Standalone releases and browser links could expose Roblox games to more people through app stores, search, videos, social p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-standalone-roblox-games-will-spread-safety-risks-beyond-the-main-app/Sat, 12 Sep 2026 00:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-standalone-roblox-games-will-spread-safety-risks-beyond-the-main-app/ Apple will open preorders for the Pro model early on September 12, before it hits doorsteps on September 18. Every case in this roundup preserves access to Camera Control, although the brands use different approaches to covering or surrounding the button. Most also support MagSafe, while materials range from leather and aramid]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/these-are-the-best-iphone-18-pro-cases-you-can-buy-now/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 21:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/these-are-the-best-iphone-18-pro-cases-you-can-buy-now/ iPhone 18 Pro [left] vs iPhone 15 Pro [right]
Apple launched the iPhone 18 Pro at its fall event, the latest in the Pro line. Three years ago, the same thing happened for the iPhone 15 Pro.A lot can change in three years. That means owners of the iPhone 15 Pro are now seriously considering taking advantage of all of the up]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-vs-iphone-15-pro-three-year-upgrade/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 19:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-vs-iphone-15-pro-three-year-upgrade/ Tim Cook gets the Captain Kirk-like dramatic eye lighting for his cameo at the iPhone launch - image credit: Apple.
That's because while theremust be countless CEOs who insist on being the star of their corporate videos,there aren't many with the public profile of Tim Cook. You could well argue t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cooks-cameo-in-the-iphone-duo-launch-was-pure-television-drama/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 18:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cooks-cameo-in-the-iphone-duo-launch-was-pure-television-drama/ Apple Watch Series 12 features improved health features - image credit: Apple.
Other than the return of the popular ceramic casing, the Apple Watch Series 12's most significant update was in its improved health sensing system. Central to this is how the new Series 12 and the Appl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-heart-rate-accuracy-vs-rivals-devil-is-in-the-details/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-heart-rate-accuracy-vs-rivals-devil-is-in-the-details/ Unfreeze your credit before financing an iPhone 18 Pro
Some payment options that Apple or carriers provide require a credit check before customers can complete their iPhone purchase. Anyone with frozen credit needs to plan accordingly before preorders start.A credit freeze prevents lenders from accessing your credit report, helping stop]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/before-you-use-apple-upgrade-for-iphone-18-pro-unlock-your-credit/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/before-you-use-apple-upgrade-for-iphone-18-pro-unlock-your-credit/ Save $600 on Apple's M5 Max 14-inch MacBook Pro this weekend - Image credit: Apple
Today we're highlighting a fresh $600 price drop on Apple's high-end M5 Max 14-inch MacBook Pro with an 18-core CPU, 32-core GPU, 36GB of RAM, and a spacious 2TB SSD.Save $600 on M5 Max 14" MacBook Pro
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on ou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-600-on-apples-m5-max-14-inch-macbook-pro-at-amazon/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-600-on-apples-m5-max-14-inch-macbook-pro-at-amazon/ You can't buy it yet, but you can specify and configure the iPhone 18 Pro model you want - image credit: Apple.
Pre-orders for new iPhones always start a few minutes late, depending where you are in the world and whether you're ordering online, or through the app. Then when you get on, certain models sell out in moments.On the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/you-should-prepare-for-your-iphone-18-pro-pre-order-right-now/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/you-should-prepare-for-your-iphone-18-pro-pre-order-right-now/ Left to right: Actual iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and iPhone Duo
The 77 minute event was bookended by the latest iPhone models, a bunch of Apple Health updates related to more powerful Apple Watches, and a smidge on AirPods 5. Tim Cook made a cameo, Johnny Srouji had a sore throat, and yes, there's a foldable iPhone.The AppleInsider staff comes in man]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-iphone-duo-more-what-appleinsider-thinks-about-surprise-and-shine/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-iphone-duo-more-what-appleinsider-thinks-about-surprise-and-shine/ In the 27-generation of Apple's ecosystem, Visual Intelligence is everywhere.Apple's WWDC keynote in June included a considerable amount of AI-related changes. The main change involved Siri AI, Apple's major upgrade to its digital assistant.However, a second important element was also getting some much-ne]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/inside-visual-intelligence-on-ios-and-macos-using-apples-best-ai-feature/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/inside-visual-intelligence-on-ios-and-macos-using-apples-best-ai-feature/ All eyes are on the new iPhone Duo and all minds are on just which MagSafe accessories it will or won't work with.
iPhone Duo is the star of the show with its folding inner display and small external display. There are compromises to make this size and form factor work, but perhaps not]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-design-amp-magsafe-problems-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-design-amp-magsafe-problems-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/ Samsung has the exclusive deal to provide screens for the iPhone Duo.
It was already known that Samsung makes the displays for the iPhone Duo, and also that the screen company had an exclusive deal. Apple was seemingly forced to accept the arrangement because no other firm was able to supply the required screens.Now according to leaker Instant Digital posting on the Chi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/samsung-holds-apple-to-250-per-iphone-duo-display-in-three-year-deal/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/samsung-holds-apple-to-250-per-iphone-duo-display-in-three-year-deal/ John Ternus (left) and Greg Joswiak - image credit: Tom's Guide/TechRadar
It had been rumored for such a long time, and so many leaks got little details right, but overall the iPhone Duo has been Apple's best-kept secret in years. Talking to Tom's Guide and TechRadar in a new interview, Greg Joswiak, senior vice president of worldwide marketing, say]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ternus-and-joswiak-talk-about-designing-the-iphone-duo-in-secret/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ternus-and-joswiak-talk-about-designing-the-iphone-duo-in-secret/ Apple has no control over what countries choose to name a location
The United States President has begun using the names on the map as some kind of negotiating tactic in ongoing trade wars he started. After executive orders changed The Gulf of Mexico and Lake Ontario in the GNIS database, Apple Maps r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-mexico-representatives-ask-apple-to-not-rename-state-to-new-america/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 03:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-mexico-representatives-ask-apple-to-not-rename-state-to-new-america/ iPhone Duo has two displays
If you've ever been scrolling a social media app while listening to music, you've likely had the frustrating experience of having the music pause randomly. That's because the social media app took over as the primary audio provider.The same effect occurs whenever you're watching video on iPhone or iPad. Picture-in-picture, split vie]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/no-you-wont-be-able-to-play-two-videos-at-once-on-iphone-duo/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 01:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/no-you-wont-be-able-to-play-two-videos-at-once-on-iphone-duo/ Quest Diagnostics can get your labs into Apple Health for AI analysis
Apple Health will soon get new features built around Apple Intelligence. Every data point that can be included will help provide a holistic view of your health, but not everyone has ease of access to medical labs.If you've]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-health-amp-quest-team-up-for-119-blood-panel/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 21:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-health-amp-quest-team-up-for-119-blood-panel/ Apple's iPhone Duo opens up to a size similar to iPad mini
Open, the iPhone Duo has a 7.6-inch OLED display that is just a few tenths of an inch smaller than the current iPad mini's 8.3-inch IPS display. The iPhone Duo also has the added benefit of folding up when you]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/decision-time-iphone-duo-vs-iphone-18-pro-amp-ipad-mini/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 21:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/decision-time-iphone-duo-vs-iphone-18-pro-amp-ipad-mini/ iPhone Duo
On September 9, 2026, Apple's new CEO, John Ternus, hit us with a "One More Thing" that, at least everyone at AppleInsider, saw coming:The iPhone Duo.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-wont-work-with-every-magsafe-accessory-and-thats-okay/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 20:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-wont-work-with-every-magsafe-accessory-and-thats-okay/ iPhone Duo
On September 9, 2026, Apple's new CEO, John Ternus, hit us with a "One More Thing" that, at least everyone at AppleInsider, saw coming:The iPhone Duo.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-wont-work-with-every-magsafe-accessory/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-wont-work-with-every-magsafe-accessory/ Grab preorder discounts on the Apple Watch Series 12 at Amazon - Image credit: Apple
The new Apple Watch Series 12 starts at $399, but Amazon is knocking up to $20 off select GPS + Cellular models.Save up to $20 on Apple Watch Series 12
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-offers-first-apple-watch-series-12-preorder-discounts/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-offers-first-apple-watch-series-12-preorder-discounts/ Launching in the United States on September 14, the plan removes the device limit and single-account restriction built into AppleCare One Individual. Families with enough Apple hardware could s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/applecare-one-family-vs-individual-which-plan-makes-more-sense/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/applecare-one-family-vs-individual-which-plan-makes-more-sense/ iPhone 18 Pro [left] vs iPhone Duo [right]
The September Apple Event frequently involves the launch of multiple models of iPhone. Over the years, it's been common to see the premium Pro models brought out alongside the standard editions.For 2026, this has been shaken up considerably. The standard models are nowhere to be seen, with the iPho]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-vs-iphone-duo-apples-new-models-compared/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-vs-iphone-duo-apples-new-models-compared/ Split View calendar interface and clock in StandBy mode
A foldable device is cool, but comes with a lot of compromises. I knew, based on the rumors, I was going to be on the fence.That was before I got the chance to try it out for myself. It wasn't long, but in my time with it, I can easily see it being my daily driver.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hands-on-why-did-iphone-duo-have-to-be-this-good/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hands-on-why-did-iphone-duo-have-to-be-this-good/ Siri AI is coming
Siri AI has been part of Apple's iOS 27 beta testing process since its June WWDC debut. It's also available in Apple's beta software across its other hardware platforms. It'll be available to the public on all of those platforms before the end of September.But Siri AI itself]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-is-so-close-to-being-useful-and-iphone-duos-a20-pro-could-be-the-secret-sauce/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-is-so-close-to-being-useful-and-iphone-duos-a20-pro-could-be-the-secret-sauce/ Apple may allow sponsored content within Visual Intelligence
Visual Intelligence may eventually support sponsored results from search providers like Google, allowing advertising to appear alongside regular search results. The change appears to be part of Apple's upcoming iOS 27.Aaron Perris discovered the code within iOS 27. He notes that it would support sponsored images similar t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-is-laying-groundwork-for-ads-in-visual-intelligence/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 15:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-is-laying-groundwork-for-ads-in-visual-intelligence/ iPhone Duo glass layers
In the run-up to Apple's folding iPhone, there was a lot of chatter about how Apple has "solved the smartphone crease." It's always been a silly topic, as there is no solving it, there is only postponing it.It's an engineering problem on top of a physics problem. The physics are i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/why-your-iphone-duo-will-inevitably-develop-a-screen-crease/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 15:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/why-your-iphone-duo-will-inevitably-develop-a-screen-crease/ It took 15 years from the patent on the left to the iPhone Duo on the right - images credit: Apple.
Think of the iPhone. Or the iPod, the Mac, the iPad, AirPods, AirTags, the Apple Watch... Actually, try to think of anything where Apple was actually first to market.Apple wasn't even the first company to make a laptop Mac. To even ar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-is-typical-apple-never-first-usually-best/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 15:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-is-typical-apple-never-first-usually-best/ The first A20 Pro Geekbench results are in - image credit: Apple.
Geekbench was updated to version 7 in July 2026, but handily for comparisons, the first figures for the new iPhones were tested on Geekbench 6.7.0, making them comparable to tests on the iPhone 17 Pro. They are alwa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/youll-feel-the-speed-improvement-in-iphone-18-pro-if-these-benchmarks-are-legit/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/youll-feel-the-speed-improvement-in-iphone-18-pro-if-these-benchmarks-are-legit/ The new silver iPhone 18 Pro that Apple calls "more refined."
The new iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max weren't minor upgrades. Even though the physical dimensions remained the same, the internals got a significant boost this time around.In what would previously be called an "s" year, Apple focused a lot on performance, cameras, and battery life. I couldn't]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hands-on-iphone-18-pro-is-all-about-the-cameras/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hands-on-iphone-18-pro-is-all-about-the-cameras/ iPhone Duo [left] vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra [right]
After more than a decade of rumors, Apple's first foldable arrived at its fall event as the iPhone Duo. A hyper-premium smartphone that has dual displays and folds in half.It lands in a market Samsung has led for years, thanks to its Z Fold line.
Continue Reading o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-vs-samsung-galaxy-z-fold8-ultra-foldables-compared/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-vs-samsung-galaxy-z-fold8-ultra-foldables-compared/ Apple Pencil with USB-C works with iPhone Duo
A rumor in late August suggested Apple tried and failed to include support for Apple Pencil on its upcoming foldable. The issue was apparently with where the Apple Pencil would need to mount for charging interrupting the ease of opening and closing the device.It would have bee]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-supports-apple-pencil-with-usb-c-on-both-displays/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 02:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-supports-apple-pencil-with-usb-c-on-both-displays/ iPhone Duo [left] vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra [right]
After more than a decade of rumors, Apple's first foldable arrived at its fall event as the iPhone Duo. A hyper-premium smartphone that has dual displays and folds in half.It lands in a market Samsung has led for years, thanks to its Z Fold line.
Continue Reading o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-vs-samsung-galaxy-z-fold8-ultra-foldabes-compared/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 02:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-vs-samsung-galaxy-z-fold8-ultra-foldabes-compared/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/appstore-submissions-now-open-for-the-latest-osreleases/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 01:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/appstore-submissions-now-open-for-the-latest-osreleases/ AppleInsider using an actual iPhone Duo at Apple Park
It can be hard to visualize the size of the iPhone Duo closed. Apple's keynote was great about feature demonstration, but less so about real-world size and hand-feel. Saying that it is the general size of a passport isn't quite enough on its own.I thought about that, and since the iPhone 18 Pro family is exactly the same]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-iphone-duo-compares-in-size-to-the-iphone-18-pro-in-the-wild/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-iphone-duo-compares-in-size-to-the-iphone-18-pro-in-the-wild/ Apple chose a Touch ID sensor for iPhone Duo since Face ID would have proven difficult
The iPhone Duo is Apple's first foldable device, which means it can be used opened or closed. Apple couldn't find a way to make Face ID work in both use cases, so it offered Touch ID instead.The benefit of Touch ID on a foldable is that it can be aut]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-users-can-be-authenticated-with-apple-watch-if-touch-id-isnt-ideal/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-duo-users-can-be-authenticated-with-apple-watch-if-touch-id-isnt-ideal/ Apple's iPhone lineup keeps getting more expensive
The 2026 iPhone lineup is not only more expensive, but Apple's financing options have changed too. Apple managed to keep the base models with 256GB of storage reasonable, the higher storage tiers are sky-high to supplement that.The iPhone 18 Pro starts out]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-upgrade-wont-make-maxed-out-iphone-18-pro-or-iphone-duo-easier-to-swallow/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 23:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-upgrade-wont-make-maxed-out-iphone-18-pro-or-iphone-duo-easier-to-swallow/ Apple has refreshed its Apple Watch band lineup
On Wednesday, Apple announced the all-new Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4. As we'd anticipated, Apple also released a smorgasbord of new Apple Watch bands.Most of these bands are also compatible with previous Apple Watch generations, so you can pick up a new band even if you're not upgrading y]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-apple-watch-bands-lean-into-a-more-subdued-color-palette/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 23:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-apple-watch-bands-lean-into-a-more-subdued-color-palette/ iPhone 18 Pro [left] vs iPhone 17 Pro [right]
Right on schedule, Apple unveiled the iPhone 18 Pro at its fall event as the new Pro edition to get. That is, if you don't want the massive Pro Max version.The follow-up to the iPhone 17 Pro that introduced the aluminum unibody frame and vapor chamber cooling, the new model refines that formula]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-vs-iphone-17-pro-flagships-compared/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 22:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-vs-iphone-17-pro-flagships-compared/ The mobile releases cover iOS 27 and iPadOS 27, while macOS 27 Golden Gate shares the same release date. watchOS 27 and visionOS 27 will also arrive September 14 with Siri AI on supported devices.Apple has released the first release candidates for its new o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-will-launch-in-beta-complicated-by-daily-usage-caps-amp-future-paid-access/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 22:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-will-launch-in-beta-complicated-by-daily-usage-caps-amp-future-paid-access/ New Health features come to iPhone as well as Apple Watch
The Apple Watch Series 12 unveiling saw Apple focus on its ability to monitor the wearer's heart rate, heart rate variability (HRV,) and more. But it's what Apple intends to do with the data the Apple Watch collects that will make the biggest differ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-new-health-revamp-is-about-more-than-the-apple-watch/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 22:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-new-health-revamp-is-about-more-than-the-apple-watch/ How an app will look on the iPhone Duo's internal screen if it hasn't recently been updated - image credit: Apple.
As it always has, Apple has encouraged developers to use its latest Xcode development tools without quite telling them why things were changing. Consequently, it now says that if developers have worked to the current Xcode 27]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apps-will-look-terrible-unless-they-are-updated-for-the-iphone-duo/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 22:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apps-will-look-terrible-unless-they-are-updated-for-the-iphone-duo/ Apple launches new iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo cases
On Wednesday, Apple announced the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and iPhone Duo. And as expected, it also launched new and refreshed accessories, including cases, straps, and wallets, perfect to pair with a new iPhone purchase.Here's what you can get right now, before your new devices arrive.
Continue Reading on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-new-iphone-cases-include-a-129-folio-for-iphone-duo/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 21:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-new-iphone-cases-include-a-129-folio-for-iphone-duo/ Mac Studio
As with Apple's other operating system updates, macOS 27 introduces Siri AI, with conversational responses, personal context, and the ability to complete complex actions across apps. A new, dedicated Siri app stores previous conversations, while Spotlight adds Siri AI as a search option.Visual Intelligence lets users ask Siri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macos-27-golden-gate-will-be-available-on-september-14/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 21:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macos-27-golden-gate-will-be-available-on-september-14/ Spigen is ready for iPhone Duo with its new case lineup
Apple just introduced its most expensive iPhone yet, and it folds. Don't worry, while it might be Apple's first foldable, Spigen has been building cases for foldable phones for over 7 years.The range of cases Spigen has to offer for the 2026 iPhone series ensures there's a style and level of pro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/spigen-built-protection-to-match-apples-premium-iphone-18-pro-amp-iphone-duo/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 21:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/spigen-built-protection-to-match-apples-premium-iphone-18-pro-amp-iphone-duo/ The iPhone 17 just got more expensive
Apple's big iPhone event saw the company unveil the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and iPhone Duo. But no mention was made as to the fate of the existing models in the iPhone lineup.However, following the return of Apple's online store, we now know that all exis]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-just-made-the-iphone-17-lineup-100-more-expensive/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 21:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-just-made-the-iphone-17-lineup-100-more-expensive/ Apple lists both generations of the smaller Pro at 5.91 inches tall, 2.83 inches wide, and 0.34 inch deep. In metric measurements, each phone is 150 mm by 71.9 mm by 8.75 mm.The same applies to the larger models. Both iPhone 17 Pro Max and iPhone 18 Pro Max measure 6.43 inches tall, 3.07 inches wide, and 0.34 inch deep, or 163.4 mm b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/your-iphone-17-pro-case-will-work-on-an-iphone-18-pro/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 21:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/your-iphone-17-pro-case-will-work-on-an-iphone-18-pro/ The first round of release candidates are here, giving Apple one more test of its upcoming iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27 Golden Gate, tvOS 27, watchOS 27, and visionOS 27 releases. It may well be the last, aside from any second or third release candidate builds, before the expected release alongside Apple's new hardw]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-release-candidates-of-ios-27-macos-27-arrive-as-release-nears/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-release-candidates-of-ios-27-macos-27-arrive-as-release-nears/ MagSafe is on the iPhone Duo, on the non-screen side under the camera
Of all the things to talk about, Apple chose to leave out if the iPhone Duo had MagSafe. We understand, it makes sense if you don't want to have a two-hour keynote about it.Fortunately, Apple's technical specs are clear about it.
Continue Reading on AppleInsi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/contrary-to-early-rumors-iphone-duo-does-have-magsafe-charging/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/contrary-to-early-rumors-iphone-duo-does-have-magsafe-charging/ iOS 27 Photos gains Spatial Reframing
Apple has confirmed that iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 will arrive on September 14. The updates bring a sizable collection of new features and improvements to iPhone and iPad.Here are the updates you can expect to arrive on your devices this September.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-arrives-on-september-14-heres-what-youll-get/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-arrives-on-september-14-heres-what-youll-get/ Apple's iPhone Duo, in action
We suspected from the beginning that the folding iPhone wasn't going to arrive day-and-date as the iPhone 18 Pro would. We missed our early guesses on when, though.Reminiscent of the iPhone X, Apple says that pre-orders for iPhone Duo start at 8 AM ET on Friday, October 16. Availability begins on Friday, October 23.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider |]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-going-to-be-a-while-before-you-can-pre-order-an-iphone-duo/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-going-to-be-a-while-before-you-can-pre-order-an-iphone-duo/ Ternus appeared ready to close the event before pausing to deliver the familiar phrase. The Steve Jobs Theater audience immediately erupted as the presentation turned to Apple's long-awaited foldable iPhone.Steve Jobs made "one more thing" synonymous with Apple's biggest surprises, using it to introduce products and features the com]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/see-the-crowd-go-wild-for-john-ternus-with-his-iphone-duo-reveal/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/see-the-crowd-go-wild-for-john-ternus-with-his-iphone-duo-reveal/ Apple Watch Ultra 4 is here.
On Wednesday, alongside the long-awaited iPhone Duo and iPhone 18 Pro, the Apple Watch Ultra 4 made its debut. The new model is effectively a spec-bump upgrade,offering improved battery life with the same tried-and-true design.With the Apple Watch Ultra 4, Apple has doubled the onboard storage to 128GB, which will come in handy, as the new mo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-ultra-4-is-here-with-a-faster-chip-and-improved-battery-life/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-ultra-4-is-here-with-a-faster-chip-and-improved-battery-life/ New health features for Apple Watch Series 12 - image credit: Apple.
Ceramic is back with the new Apple Watch Series 5In an update that sees little else changed with the Apple Watch Series 12, there is now a ceramic option plus watchOS 27 adds new Readiness and Recap apps.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-apple-watch-series-12-highlights-improved-health-sensing-system-readiness-app/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-apple-watch-series-12-highlights-improved-health-sensing-system-readiness-app/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/get-ready-for-iphoneduo/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/get-ready-for-iphoneduo/ iPhone Duo opens into an iPad-like view
The foldable market is filled with expensive devices that address an incredibly niche market, but Apple pursued it anyway. Its first foldable is the iPhone Duo, and rumors managed to nail what to expect.The "Surprise and Shine" Apple Event is still underway and the iPhone Duo has b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-apple-foldable-is-real-its-here-amp-its-called-iphone-duo/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-apple-foldable-is-real-its-here-amp-its-called-iphone-duo/ Audio Intelligence uses Sound Recognition to identify relevant information from the wearer's surroundings as events happen. Siri can combine those signals with other available data to summarize the day later.The resulting Siri Recap doesn't include transcripts of overheard conversations, and Apple says the feature d]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-on-apple-watch-can-remember-useful-parts-of-your-day-without-retaining-everything/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-on-apple-watch-can-remember-useful-parts-of-your-day-without-retaining-everything/ The opt-in feature records provenance information when a user takes a photo in the Camera app's new Reference mode. A Reference badge then lets the user authenticate the image afterward.Apple Reference Image first appeared in beta code in August. The discovery showed that users would need to enable the feature in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-reference-image-is-a-new-way-to-authenticate-iphone-photography/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-reference-image-is-a-new-way-to-authenticate-iphone-photography/ Apple's A20 Pro chip utilizes a new packaging method.
The A20 Pro features a six-core CPU with two super cores that are up to 20% faster, along with four efficiency cores. There's also a seven-core GPU for faster graphics rendering, offering up to a 40% increase in performance over the A19 Pro, along with a dual Neural Engine setup.Apple has also]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-a20-pro-is-40-faster-and-offers-improved-thermal-management/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-a20-pro-is-40-faster-and-offers-improved-thermal-management/ Apple AirPods 5 start at $129, lower than previous generation
Live Translation is the key feature on the new units. Otherwise, the design is very similar, but not identical, to the previous AirPods 4.Apple claims 50% better active noise cancellation as well.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/two-new-airpods-5-models-get-five-hours-of-battery-life-and-live-translation/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/two-new-airpods-5-models-get-five-hours-of-battery-life-and-live-translation/ Apple's 2026 iPhone lineup goes on pre-order Saturday
The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max have been revealed by Apple during its "Surprise and Shine" event. While price hikes and limited RAM supplies are sure to make this an interesting iPhone season, we now know when eager customers can place an order.Both new iPhone models will be available for pre-order a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-pre-orders-begin-saturday-to-avoid-911/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-pre-orders-begin-saturday-to-avoid-911/ The new Dynamic Island - image credit: Apple.
As recently rumored, the new iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max feature a redesigned Dynamic Island around the Face ID cutout."[iPhone 18 Pro] also features an upgraded Dynamic Island," said Kaiann Drance VP, iPhone Product Marketing, "redesigned to be smaller, more useful, and even better for seeing live information at a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dynamic-island-now-shows-three-live-activities/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dynamic-island-now-shows-three-live-activities/ Variable aperture for iPhone 18 Pro
Apple says the iPhone 18 Pro has a 48MP Fusion Main Camera with variable aperture. It's optimized for portrait capture at f/1.8 and can open wider for more dynamic shots.The system was built using six laser-cut blades that are each thinner than a human hair. The rotor mechanism helps move the blades automatically, while the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pros-variable-aperture-is-incredible-but-looks-real-fragile/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pros-variable-aperture-is-incredible-but-looks-real-fragile/ The appearance wasn't Ternus's first encounter with the media as CEO, but it was his first time presiding over an Apple Event since succeeding Tim Cook on September 1.Ternus was already a familiar face in Apple presentations after years of introducing hardware. The September event marked his debut as the company's primary host rather tha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/see-john-ternus-live-at-steve-jobs-theater-in-his-first-event-as-ceo/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/see-john-ternus-live-at-steve-jobs-theater-in-his-first-event-as-ceo/ iPhone 18 Pro - Image credit: Apple
Apple's special event for September is underway, and as usual, it has launched new iPhones. Following months of rumors and speculation, the premium models for 2026 are the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max.True to form for Apple, the new Pro models look a lot like the previous generation at first glance. Ther]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-amp-pro-max-arrive-with-a20-pro-new-ai-push/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-amp-pro-max-arrive-with-a20-pro-new-ai-push/ Grab a $200 flash discount on Apple's M5 Pro MacBook Pro with an upgrade to 48GB RAM - Image credit: Apple
The $2,899 special applies to Apple's current M5 Pro MacBook Pro 14-inch with a 15-core CPU and 16-core GPU in Space Black.Buy 48GB RAM MacBook Pro for $2,899
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/flash-deal-drives-m5-pro-macbook-pro-with-48gb-ram-down-to-2899/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 18:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/flash-deal-drives-m5-pro-macbook-pro-with-48gb-ram-down-to-2899/ A mock-up of a Burgendy iPhone 18 Pro
Most recently there has been disagreement between leakers over what colors the iPhone 18 Pro lineup will —- or won't — come in. But generally the rumors of those colors have been fairly steady for some months, and now Bloomberg is predicting them again.Specifically, the new report says that the iPhone 18 Pro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/last-minute-leak-suggests-no-color-surprises-for-the-iphone-18-pro/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 18:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/last-minute-leak-suggests-no-color-surprises-for-the-iphone-18-pro/ The hat and drink you get for completing the run around Apple Park.
Attendees of the "Surprise and shine" event at Apple Park were also invited to take part in a pre-launch gathering the afternoon before. Runners, walkers, and wheelchair users were hosted by the Apple Fitness+ team with an hour around the campus to get th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/inside-apple-parks-welcome-run-ahead-of-the-iphone-18-pro-event/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/inside-apple-parks-welcome-run-ahead-of-the-iphone-18-pro-event/ Image credit: MBLM
MBLM has released its annual study of brand intimacy, evaluating how attached consumers are to specific companies. This year's study comprised 425 brands across 23 industries.2026 marks a first for Apple, though probably not in a way the company would like. For the first time in sixteen years of brand engagement analy]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-falls-behind-samsung-in-brand-intimacy-for-the-first-time-in-16-years/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-falls-behind-samsung-in-brand-intimacy-for-the-first-time-in-16-years/ Apple will unveil the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and its first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo. The presentation will also be Apple's first major product event after new CEO John Ternus takes over on September 1.The company will follow its recent prerecorded format, with media and other guests gathering at Apple Park for an in-person component. Vi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-watch-apples-iphone-18-pro-amp-iphone-duo-launch-live/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-watch-apples-iphone-18-pro-amp-iphone-duo-launch-live/ A teaser image from John Ternus - Image Credit: John Ternus/X
Just as Tim Cook and other executives tease launches before special events, new CEO John Ternus has done the same thing. His second post to X, ahead of today's special event, is a video that hints at something camera-related, without explicitly saying what it's about.pic.t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/john-ternus-teases-variable-aperture-in-iphone-18-pro-before-event/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/john-ternus-teases-variable-aperture-in-iphone-18-pro-before-event/ OWC's USB4 Hub
On Wednesday OWC announced its upcoming USB4 Hub for Mac, Windows, Linux, and iPad Pro users. This hub aims to tame desktop clutter and adds more ports to increasingly port-starved laptops.This hub provides additional USB4 and USB-C connectivity alongside HDMI 2.1 output and 40Gbps of total bandwidth through a single USB4 host connection. It can connect external sto]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/owcs-new-130-usb4-hub-adds-four-ports-and-hdmi-21-to-your-mac/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/owcs-new-130-usb4-hub-adds-four-ports-and-hdmi-21-to-your-mac/ The current iPhone 17 Pro Max
Apple is mere hours away from introducing its new product lines, including revealing when you can get your hands on the new iPhone models. Rumors in recent weeks have pointed to preorders starting on Saturday.In a post to X on Wednesday morning ahead of the event, serial leaker ShrimpApplePro briefly posted that they had "confirmed"]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-preorders-expected-to-start-this-saturday/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-preorders-expected-to-start-this-saturday/ Live Activities as they currently appear in the Dynamic Island.
It's been regularly reported that Apple has reduced the size of the Dynamic Island on the iPhone 18 Pro, despite clear limits on what it can do. But now according to Bloomberg, Apple is adding a little more functionality even as it cuts back on the size of the feature.Specifically, it's claimed that]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dynamic-island-is-shrinking-yet-becoming-more-useful-in-the-iphone-18-pro/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dynamic-island-is-shrinking-yet-becoming-more-useful-in-the-iphone-18-pro/ The Apple Store is down ahead of the 2026 September event.A traditional part of the Apple Event experience is not being able to access the online Apple Store beforehand. That hasn't changed for 2026, as Apple has made it inaccessible once again.Attempting to open the Store section of the Apple website shows a fullscreen graphic. The Apple logo for the "Surpris]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/online-apple-store-down-ahead-of-iphone-18-pro-amp-iphone-duo-event/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/online-apple-store-down-ahead-of-iphone-18-pro-amp-iphone-duo-event/ New Apple Watch models could get new Recaps feature
Apple is a privacy-first company that often tries to offer similar services to other companies with a privacy spin. AI wearables have all wanted to give users a companion that can record and recap a user's day, but they're all burdened with privacy concerns.Accordi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-apple-watches-to-get-siri-ai-recaps-feature-similar-to-ai-wearables/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 07:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-apple-watches-to-get-siri-ai-recaps-feature-similar-to-ai-wearables/ Apple's foldable could be called iPhone Duo
Apple wanted a sub-$2,000 price point for its first foldable iPhone, but the AI-driven RAM shortages and other supply chain constraints pushed prices higher. While some costs can be eaten through Apple's usual means, some had to be passed to customers.According to a report from Bloomberg, Ap]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/rumor-says-foldable-is-iphone-duo-gets-apple-pencil-amp-starts-at-2000/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 06:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/rumor-says-foldable-is-iphone-duo-gets-apple-pencil-amp-starts-at-2000/ Device identifiers don't say anything about a product or when it will release
Product identifiers tell you very little about a product and often leave you guessing until they're found in official documentation for an already-released product. A list found in Apple's backend shows 37 new hardware identifiers for]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-product-identifiers-show-up-in-apples-backend-dont-indicate-release-timing/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 02:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-product-identifiers-show-up-in-apples-backend-dont-indicate-release-timing/ Apple already offers tools and APIs for protecting children from content they shouldn't be viewing or sending
Apple introduced Sensitive Content Warnings with iOS 17 in 2023 for child accounts and later introduced it as an option for adults. Several new features have been added since, including age verification systems in the UK, plus a comprehensive]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/uk-repeats-demands-for-child-safety-features-that-apple-already-made/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/uk-repeats-demands-for-child-safety-features-that-apple-already-made/ Apple could update the Apple TV 4K with the A19 or A19 Pro chip.
In June 2026, tvOS 27 code revealed that the Apple TV 4K was on track to receive Siri AI support. Now, Apple's own code has revealed even more about the hardware that will make this change possible.According to MacRumors, the model identifier of the upcoming Apple TV 4K suggests the device will feature]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tv-4k-may-get-siri-ai-thanks-to-the-a19-or-a19-pro-chip/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 20:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tv-4k-may-get-siri-ai-thanks-to-the-a19-or-a19-pro-chip/ iOS 26 is still the current-gen iPhone operating system, but not for long.Apple is in its last stages of getting its 27-generation operating systems ready for public consumption. But while it's doing that, the company is also tending to its current-gen operating systems too.Released on September 8, one day before its iPhone 18]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-2662-ipados-2662-land-as-ios-27-gets-closer-to-release/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 20:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-2662-ipados-2662-land-as-ios-27-gets-closer-to-release/ Security researchers cited in a September 7 LG report tested OLED televisions for several forms of data collection. They found that the sets scanned local networks and used automatic content recognition to identify what appeared on screen.Yes, we know that smart TVs do this. LG's data and conversati]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/seven-apple-tv-settings-can-limit-tracking-without-breaking-streaming/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 20:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/seven-apple-tv-settings-can-limit-tracking-without-breaking-streaming/ Pearce Quigley stars as a man driven to alchemy as he searches for his long-missing partner in "Small Prophets" - image credit: BBC
The move to BBC One puts "Small Prophets" in front of a larger audience after its first season became the BBC's biggest new comedy of the year. The series debuted on BBC Two in February and has been compared t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bbc-breakout-comedy-small-prophets-is-coming-back-for-season-two/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 18:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bbc-breakout-comedy-small-prophets-is-coming-back-for-season-two/ 'Pusheen's Place' comes to Apple Arcade this October
October will give Apple Arcade a minor bump in its gaming catalog. This time, however, it offers three heavy hitters.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-arcade-gets-pusheens-place-terraria-and-more-in-october/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 16:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-arcade-gets-pusheens-place-terraria-and-more-in-october/ Image credit: Apple
Located in Essex, England, Apple Lakeside was initially opened in October 2007. The renovation has brought several upgrades to the space.A new dedicated "Apple Pickup" area allows customers to order online and pick up when it is most convenient for them. It also boasts a sustainable choice of materials.
Continue Reading]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-lakeside-gets-a-major-redesign-after-nearly-20-years/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 16:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-lakeside-gets-a-major-redesign-after-nearly-20-years/ Take advantage of preorder savings on Apple's new Mac Studio.
Save $50 on Apple's brand-new Mac Studio that was announced on Aug. 25, bringing the price of the standard model down to $2,449.99. This configuration has Apple's M5 Max chip with an 18-core CPU and 32-core GPU, along with 36GB of memory, 512GB of storage, and a 10Gb Ethernet port.Buy 2026 Mac Studio for $2,449.99]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-issues-first-2026-mac-studio-price-drop-with-preorder-deal/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 15:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-issues-first-2026-mac-studio-price-drop-with-preorder-deal/ Tim Cook during his 2019 Asia tour where he reportedly saw many people with foldable smartphones - image credit: Apple.
It was the biggest criticism Steve Jobs ever had of Tim Cook, that he didn't share the same passion for products that either Jobs or Jony Ive did. Cook certainly never got as involved with any Apple designs as they did, or so it seemed.Now a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/a-folding-iphone-was-tim-cooks-decade-long-passion-project/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/a-folding-iphone-was-tim-cooks-decade-long-passion-project/ A render of the iPhone Ultra - Image Credit: AppleInsider
There's no question that the iPhone Ultra will be an expensive device. With a starting price thought to be at $2,099 by analysts and with upper-specification models hitting $3,000, it will be the most premium-priced iPhone ever.While it seems expensive, and even more so]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-planned-for-1999-iphone-ultra-but-then-the-ram-crisis-hit/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-planned-for-1999-iphone-ultra-but-then-the-ram-crisis-hit/ Save $150 on several M5 MacBook Air models ahead of the Apple Event - Image credit: Apple
Save $150 on Apple's 2026 15-inch MacBook Air, bringing the price of the M5 model with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage down to $1,349.Buy M5 15" MacBook Air for $1,349
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/15-inch-macbook-air-m5-plunges-to-1349-ahead-of-apple-event/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/15-inch-macbook-air-m5-plunges-to-1349-ahead-of-apple-event/ OWC Thunderbolt 5 Dock with Dual HDMI
On Tuesday, OWC announced an upcoming Thunderbolt 5 Dock with Dual HDMI, compatible with both Mac and PC. The dock is aimed at creative and business professionals looking to maximize performance and streamline workflows.The new dock includes two HDMI 2.1 ports for connecting displays without separate adapters. It supports two displays at up to 4K 240Hz or 8K 60Hz]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/owcs-new-thunderbolt-5-dock-connects-two-hdmi-displays-without-adapters/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/owcs-new-thunderbolt-5-dock-connects-two-hdmi-displays-without-adapters/ A render of Apple's foldable iPhone - Image Credit: AppleInsider
The release of new Apple products tends to bring them out to major markets first before expanding into others. However, while China is an important market, it may not be among the first to get the latest device.According to Weibo leaker Instant Digital on Tuesday, Apple's shipping timel]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-ultra-release-in-china-faces-delay-over-esim-issues/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-ultra-release-in-china-faces-delay-over-esim-issues/ iPhone Air 2 is predicted to have two cameras
It's previously been reported that the iPhone 18 will closely resemble the performance and hardware of the iPhone 18e. But now one of the leakers who claimed that is now saying that Apple is dropping its iPhone 18 design.Instead, acc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-air-line-may-replace-the-entry-level-iphone-but-not-soon/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-air-line-may-replace-the-entry-level-iphone-but-not-soon/ Nishita Deka (left) and Dominic Labanowski, co-founders of Sonera - image credit: Sonera.
It's already been proven possible to control an Apple Vision Pro by thought, but it involved an implant in a user's head. Now Apple has acquired Sonera, whose technology detects magnetic muscle]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-acquires-brain-imaging-firm-for-health-and-accessibility-features/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 13:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-acquires-brain-imaging-firm-for-health-and-accessibility-features/ iPhone Ultra render
Face ID was introduced with the iPhone X in 2017 and Apple has been steadily adding it to devices ever since. There has been one notable exception with the iPad Air sticking to Touch ID, and now it appears confirmed that the iPhone Ultra will be the same.According to prolific code examin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/code-in-ios-27-seems-to-prove-iphone-ultra-will-use-touch-id/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 13:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/code-in-ios-27-seems-to-prove-iphone-ultra-will-use-touch-id/ You won't spot Apple Park in the 'Cupertino' trailer
No, Cupertino isn't coming to Apple TV, but it does appear to be a drama hoping to showcase legal battles between tech giants and their employees. However, reports suggest that the trailer leaves a lot to be desired in representing the city.Accordi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/cupertino-legal-drama-isnt-representative-region-demographics-landmarks-or-reality/Mon, 07 Sep 2026 22:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/cupertino-legal-drama-isnt-representative-region-demographics-landmarks-or-reality/ You won't spot Apple Park in the 'Cupertino' trailer
No, Cupertino isn't coming to Apple TV, but it does appear to be a drama hoping to showcase legal battles between tech giants and their employees. However, reports suggest that the trailer leaves a lot to be desired in representing the city.Accordi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/cupertino-legal-drama-doesnt-represent-region-demographics-landmarks-or-reality/Mon, 07 Sep 2026 22:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/cupertino-legal-drama-doesnt-represent-region-demographics-landmarks-or-reality/ Image Credit: Apple TV
"Silo" is a dystopian science-fiction drama about a society living underground after humanity has been driven from the surface. The Apple TV series is based on the bestselling "Silo" trilogy, "Wool," "Shift," and "Dust," by Hugh Howey.While it was well liked, Apple TV had told the creators that the series would end after th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tvs-dystopian-drama-silo-could-live-on-with-a-rumored-spinoff/Mon, 07 Sep 2026 20:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tvs-dystopian-drama-silo-could-live-on-with-a-rumored-spinoff/ Apple Watch Series 11 health sensors won't change much in the Series 12, but watchOS will hold the surprises
Apple has been steadily releasing new betas since WWDC, and they have included over 50 improvements in watchOS 27. Now, however, it appears that the most significant updates have remained hidden.In hardware, th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/watchos-27-will-still-have-surprises-even-if-apple-watch-series-12-wont/Mon, 07 Sep 2026 19:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/watchos-27-will-still-have-surprises-even-if-apple-watch-series-12-wont/ The camera plateau on the current iPhone 17 Pro Max
We already know that Apple is improving the Camera app in iOS 27. Now, new beta code gives us a sneak peek into what we can expect in the fall.The references appeared in iOS 27 beta code, first spotted by pdfu, a MacRumors forum regular. Five new features could appear at launch or]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-is-packing-more-pro-photography-tools-into-ios-27/Mon, 07 Sep 2026 19:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-is-packing-more-pro-photography-tools-into-ios-27/ An LG TV playing Apple Music
Smart televisions have a history of being a privacy problem for users. Repeated reports have surfaced over the years about them logging how you use the television, as well as misusing sensors intended to monitor the viewers.In a September investigation by Gamers Nexus posted to YouTube, LG's smart]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/disconnect-your-lg-television-from-the-internet-now/Mon, 07 Sep 2026 19:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/disconnect-your-lg-television-from-the-internet-now/ Mockup of a possible iPhone 18 Pro Max, which is rumored to come in a dark cherry red.
When Apple launches its new iPhones on September 9, 2026, it's expected to make two key changes. As well as the predicted announcement of a foldable iPhone Ultra, Apple is not believed to be launching its usual base iPhone models until]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/high-prices-and-no-base-iphone-18-could-hurt-apple-but-only-in-the-short-term/Mon, 07 Sep 2026 17:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/high-prices-and-no-base-iphone-18-could-hurt-apple-but-only-in-the-short-term/ Mockup of a possible iPhone 18 Pro Max, which is rumored to come in a dark cherry red.
When Apple launches its new iPhones on September 9, 2026, it's expected to make two key changes. As well as the predicted announcement of a foldable iPhone Ultra, Apple is not believed to be launching its usual base iPhone models until spring 2027.According to KeyBanc, these two]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/high-prices-and-no-base-iphone-18-could-hurt-apple/Mon, 07 Sep 2026 17:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/high-prices-and-no-base-iphone-18-could-hurt-apple/ Save $100 on AirPods Max 2 during Amazon's Labor Day sale - Image credit: Apple
AirPods Max 2 are $100 off at Amazon for Labor Day, with four of the five colors eligible for the discount at press time.Buy AirPods Max 2 for $449
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-knocks-100-off-airpods-max-2-ahead-of-apple-event/Mon, 07 Sep 2026 17:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-knocks-100-off-airpods-max-2-ahead-of-apple-event/ Smart Home Insider Podcast
This is a jam-packed episode of the show as it coincides with not only Apple's iPhone event, but it is the end of IFA. Mehul brings a wealth of knowledge as we break it all down, including what we want to see Apple announce.After the Apple event coverage, we pivoted to discussing]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-rumors-new-sonos-gear-amp-more-on-smart-home-insider/Mon, 07 Sep 2026 17:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-rumors-new-sonos-gear-amp-more-on-smart-home-insider/ "Widow's Bay" wins eight Emmy Awards
The awards keep on rolling in as Apple TV leads as the most-awarded network on the second night of the 78th Emmy Awards.Unsurprisingly, the network's new darling, "Widows Bay," brought in nearly half the wins.Also making strong showings were Apple's post-apocalyptic black comedy "Pluribus," and its]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-takes-home-20-wins-in-first-two-nights-of-the-2026-emmy-awards/Mon, 07 Sep 2026 17:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-takes-home-20-wins-in-first-two-nights-of-the-2026-emmy-awards/ A mock-up of a Dark Cherry iPhoneWith such a short time to go before Apple unveils its new iPhones, there's already been a carrier posting optimistic details of the lineup. Now leaker yeux1122 has posted a video purporting to sh]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/viral-in-store-iphone-18-pro-max-video-is-fake/Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/viral-in-store-iphone-18-pro-max-video-is-fake/ IFA 2026 took place in Berlin and was full of new gadgets and accessories for Apple users
Taking place in Berlin, IFA is an annual tech show that includes countless new product advancements. Unlike CES, it's open to the public and takes place over the course of a week.Also unlike CES which has a reputation for vaporware, many of the pro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-of-ifa-for-apple-users-dji-belkin-lexar-aqara-philips-hue-amp-more/Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-of-ifa-for-apple-users-dji-belkin-lexar-aqara-philips-hue-amp-more/ Apple's current desktop Mac range.In August, while the world was preparing for the expected launch of new iPhone models in September, Apple had a trick up its sleeve. Without any warning, it launched changes to the Mac mini and Mac Studio near the end of August.Chiefly, the change was to introduce a new M6 chi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/desktop-mac-buyers-guide-which-mac-to-buy-in-fall-2026/Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/desktop-mac-buyers-guide-which-mac-to-buy-in-fall-2026/ Phil Schiller is reportedly concerned about planned changes to the App Store.
Phil Schiller remains with the company as an Apple Fellow, but he recently left his roles as head of events and the App Store. Now according to Bloomberg, a reason for his leaving the App Store was that he doesn't want any part in what's coming to it.Why Apple legend Phil Schiller is moving to sp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/trying-to-squeeze-more-profit-out-of-the-app-store-is-a-bad-idea/Mon, 07 Sep 2026 14:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/trying-to-squeeze-more-profit-out-of-the-app-store-is-a-bad-idea/ Apple CEO John Ternus [left] and previous CEO Tim Cook [right]
The CEO transition from Tim Cook to John Ternus is continuing to roll on. However, while Cook isn't leaving Apple, his change in role to the chairman of the board of directors means that he isn't going to be the usual public-facing executive this time around.Writing in Sunday's "Power On"]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-wont-be-presenting-the-iphone-18-pro-event/Mon, 07 Sep 2026 14:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-wont-be-presenting-the-iphone-18-pro-event/ They look good, but the are AI-generated - image credit: LGT Shop.
They don't tend to, but carriers could get early information about Apple launches, and it's not unknown for details to be published early. Typically such leaks are rapidly taken down, presumably after angry phone calls from Apple, but this latest one on LGT Shop continues to be live.That might]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/before-iphone-18-pro-event-carriers-dont-know-any-more-than-you-do/Mon, 07 Sep 2026 13:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/before-iphone-18-pro-event-carriers-dont-know-any-more-than-you-do/ Apple CEO John Ternus.Sunday Reboot is a weekly column covering some of the lighter stories within the Apple reality distortion field from the past seven days. All to get next week underway with a good first step.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-job-changes-at-the-top-and-very-safe-hands/Sun, 06 Sep 2026 22:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-job-changes-at-the-top-and-very-safe-hands/ Make the Apple event more fun with the Bingo Card Generator
Apple is well known for the format of its special events. From the WWDC keynote to the usual September iPhone events, viewers are familiar with the usual tropes, such as Tim Cook's "Good morning" at the start, and the earlier famous "One more thing" at the end of some videos.While it would be easy for people to turn it into so]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/play-iphone-18-pro-apple-keynote-bingo-with-this-app/Sun, 06 Sep 2026 20:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/play-iphone-18-pro-apple-keynote-bingo-with-this-app/ Asahi Linux now supports M3. Just not M3 Ultra.In late August, a blog post for the Asahi Linux project, which intends to bring Linux to Apple Silicon and run natively on Apple's ARM chips, said M3 support was on the way. While it said that it was a matter of weeks, it seems to have arrived in a much quicker timeframe.A blog post on September 6 dec]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/asahi-linux-rolls-out-support-for-m3-apple-silicon/Sun, 06 Sep 2026 19:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/asahi-linux-rolls-out-support-for-m3-apple-silicon/ Apple CEO John Ternus [left] and previous CEO Tim Cook [right]
The CEO transition from Tim Cook to John Ternus is continuing to roll on. However, while Cook isn't leaving Apple, his change in role to the chairman of the board of directors means that he isn't going to be the usual public-facing executive this time around.Writing in Sunday's "Power On"]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/no-you-wont-see-tim-cook-during-the-iphone-18-pro-event/Sun, 06 Sep 2026 16:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/no-you-wont-see-tim-cook-during-the-iphone-18-pro-event/ The Memorial City Apple StoreThe latest in an occasional AppleInsider series, looking at the world of Apple-related crime.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/crime-blotter-last-two-defendants-sentenced-in-counterfeiting-scheme/Sun, 06 Sep 2026 13:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/crime-blotter-last-two-defendants-sentenced-in-counterfeiting-scheme/ Save up to $500 on Apple products this Labor Day weekend - Image credit: Amazon, Apple
Save up to $500 on Apple products for the Labor Day weekend at Amazon. Highlights include preorder discounts on the 2026 Mac mini, along with steep markdowns on Apple's latest MacBook Pros. You can also save on AirTags and even the Apple Studio Disp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-labor-day-deals-save-up-to-500-on-macs-airpods-apple-studio-display/Sat, 05 Sep 2026 19:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-labor-day-deals-save-up-to-500-on-macs-airpods-apple-studio-display/ Game controllers with a MacBook Pro
Apple may be looking to expand its ambitions beyond software and platform support. Newly discovered code references two unreleased controllers with notably different feature sets.The references appeared within code briefly included in macOS 26.7, first spotted by pdfu, a MacRumors forum regular. The controllers in q]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-may-have-two-very-different-game-controllers-in-the-works/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 21:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-may-have-two-very-different-game-controllers-in-the-works/ Fake dummy units of Apple's rumored upcoming iPhones
The dummy unit "industry" is bigger than ever this year, as you'd expect when there are three flagship models coming out, not just two. In recent weeks we've seen 3D prints and metal blanks, of what case manufacturers think that iPhone]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-is-the-folding-iphone-if-case-manufacturers-are-right/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 19:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-is-the-folding-iphone-if-case-manufacturers-are-right/ The 20th anniversary iPhone will have more glass
From the earliest days of Apple's iPhone there has been that graphic showing the sea change it brought to smartphones. Before it, nothing looked like the iPhone, and after it, everything looked like it.It wasn't as clear cut when the iPhone celebrated its tenth anniversary with the iPhone X. But when you]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-still-on-track-for-a-revolutionary-iphone-20-in-2027/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 18:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-still-on-track-for-a-revolutionary-iphone-20-in-2027/ Apple is expected to release a home security system that includes a home hub (left) and cameras such as this HomeKit-compatible Amazon one (right).
Apple has not had the best luck so far with security devices, having effectively abandoned HomeKit Secure Routers after few vendors supported it. But it was one of several signs that Apple was ai]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-home-security-devices-may-now-launch-in-2027/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-home-security-devices-may-now-launch-in-2027/ Fake dummy units of Apple's rumored upcoming iPhones
The dummy unit "industry" is bigger than ever this year, as you'd expect when there are three flagship models coming out, not just two. In recent weeks we've seen 3D prints and metal blanks, of what case manufacturers think that iPhone]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-is-the-folding-iphone-if-case-manufacters-are-right/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-is-the-folding-iphone-if-case-manufacters-are-right/ Some Alogic monitors are perfect for Mac mini owners
The new monitors also include models aimed squarely at the professional and business markets, including a 34-inch ultrawide curved option.Availability of the newly announced monitors varies. Some will be available soon, others will not go on sa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/alogics-newest-monitors-include-a-6k-touchscreen-and-5k-ultrawide/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 14:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/alogics-newest-monitors-include-a-6k-touchscreen-and-5k-ultrawide/ John Ternus is now CEO and the AppleInsider podcast has to bring back Controversy Corner - original image credits: Apple.
It's been a busy week for Apple fans and the iPhone 18 event hasn't even happened yet. Tim Cook is now Executive Chairman while John Ternus is the new CEO.His new era has begun with a lot of controversial things that aren't exactly]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ceo-john-ternus-legal-battles-amp-iphone-fold-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 14:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ceo-john-ternus-legal-battles-amp-iphone-fold-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/ Wokyis G7 80Gbps
I am not a stranger to Mac docks. I suspect between myself and the rest of the staff, we've done the most reviews of them out of anybody facing the internet over the last decade.And, I'm not a stranger to nostalgia.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wokyis-g7-thunderbolt-5-dock-retro-styled-speedy-connectivity/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wokyis-g7-thunderbolt-5-dock-retro-styled-speedy-connectivity/ The expected iPhone Ultra is still believed to be announced at the September 9 event, but supplies may be extremely constrained.
Reports have varied for months over whether the iPhone Ultra is delayed because of manufacturing problems, or whether those have been resolved. Now according to Nikkei Asia, however, production has been very slow.Reporte]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-suppliers-only-made-a-few-hundred-iphone-ultra-units-per-day-in-august/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-suppliers-only-made-a-few-hundred-iphone-ultra-units-per-day-in-august/ The expected iPhone Ultra is still believed to be announced at the September 9 event, but supplies may be extremely constrained.
Reports have varied for months over whether the iPhone Ultra is delayed because of manufacturing problems, or whether those have been resolved. Now according to Nikkei Asia, however, production has been very slow.Reporte]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-suppliers-only-made-a-few-hundred-iphone-ultra-units-in-august/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-suppliers-only-made-a-few-hundred-iphone-ultra-units-in-august/ iMovie is free in iOS 27 and iPadOS 27
Video is a type of media that most of the world enjoys every day. It's a fantastic tool for sharing ideas and experiences with others, and in a way that can be much easier to digest than text or photographs alone.Social Media has a massive appetite for video, with almost all platform]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/inside-imovie-getting-started-with-video-editing-in-ios-27-and-ipados-27/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/inside-imovie-getting-started-with-video-editing-in-ios-27-and-ipados-27/ A four HomePod surround system may be coming soon
HomePod owners have been clamoring for a more robust sound system since the original model debuted in 2017. Stereo pairs are phenomenal, but lack the robust audio capabilities of full surround sound systems.According to a post on the MacRumors forums from user pdfu, the code is available in audioOS 27. It ca]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/homepods-may-finally-get-surround-sound-through-four-connected-speakers/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 03:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/homepods-may-finally-get-surround-sound-through-four-connected-speakers/ Apple must face yet another patent infringement lawsuit
Many versions of the iPad and nearly every iPhone since the iPhone X has used Face ID. For whatever reason, BASF chose today to pursue a patent infringement lawsuit.According to a report from Reuters, the German-based BASF company has started a lawsuit against Apple. They allege paten]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/global-chemical-giant-basf-sues-apple-over-face-id-tech/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 21:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/global-chemical-giant-basf-sues-apple-over-face-id-tech/ Apple lands disaster film 'Waffle House Index'
"Waffle House Index" follows a Waffle House waitress as a series of mounting disasters unfold during her night shift. First, a man with a gun, then a flood, followed by killer crocodiles, nuclear explosions, and yes: even aliens.Inde Navarrette, known for her role as Nikki Freeman in the horror fil]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tv-picks-up-sci-fi-thriller-waffle-house-index-in-seven-figure-deal/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tv-picks-up-sci-fi-thriller-waffle-house-index-in-seven-figure-deal/ The Personal AI Router (PAIR) isn't hardware. Instead, it's software that connects supported Apple Silicon Macs, Nvidia RTX PCs, and DGX Spark systems.PAIR works with Ollama and LM Studio, two tools for running AI models locally. It discovers participating computers and gives AI apps a single connection for sending requests, so users don't have to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m4-macs-can-share-local-ai-work-with-pcs-using-nvidia-pair/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m4-macs-can-share-local-ai-work-with-pcs-using-nvidia-pair/ Grab the lowest prices of the season on the Apple Studio Display.
The Labor Day deals at Amazon and B&H deliver the lowest prices of the season on the Apple Studio Display that was released in March 2026.Grab Apple Studio Display deals
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-studio-display-drops-to-1499-with-labor-day-deals/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 19:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-studio-display-drops-to-1499-with-labor-day-deals/ The captions explaining how drug research works are interesting, but this is an immersive experience that feels more like an advert - image credit: Groove Jones/Pfizer.
Among its many other medical uses, Apple Vision Pro has been used to help with cancer detection. But now pharma]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/pfizer-launches-immersive-apple-vision-pro-experience-to-explain-cancer-research/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 19:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/pfizer-launches-immersive-apple-vision-pro-experience-to-explain-cancer-research/ Amazon's $199 AirPods Pro 3 deal returns for September.
Amazon has dropped AirPods Pro 3 back down to $199 for September, marking the lowest post-Prime Day price on Apple's flagship earbuds.Buy AirPods Pro 3 for $199
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-airpods-pro-3-are-down-to-199-during-amazons-labor-day-sale/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 17:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-airpods-pro-3-are-down-to-199-during-amazons-labor-day-sale/ iPhone Ultra will be the most costly iPhone ever made
The first iPhone to cost more than $1,000 was the iPhone X, launched on the tenth anniversary of the device in 2017. Right now, a maxed-out iPhone 17 Pro Max is a dollar short of $2,000, but according to TrendForce, the iPhone Ultra must start north of that.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/maxed-out-iphone-ultra-likely-to-break-the-3000-mark/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 17:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/maxed-out-iphone-ultra-likely-to-break-the-3000-mark/ An all-screen MacBook Pro may be a pipe dream
An all-screen folding MacBook Pro is a rumor that really got started in 2022. Then, it was said that a 2026 launch was possible.And now, it turns out that it may not see the light of day.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/long-rumored-all-screen-folding-macbook-pro-project-may-be-dead/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 16:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/long-rumored-all-screen-folding-macbook-pro-project-may-be-dead/ The MacBook Ultra could be a beast of a laptop
Apple has been working on a MacBook Pro with a new OLED display for years, if the rumor mill is to be believed. Now, that machine is believed to be closer than ever, with a potential launch possible before the end of 2026.Now, researchers at Omdia believe tha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/oled-macbook-might-get-m5-ultra-chip-but-it-feels-unlikely/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 16:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/oled-macbook-might-get-m5-ultra-chip-but-it-feels-unlikely/ The MacBook Neo is Apple's latest laptop, but it may be planning one more
Apple surprised many, especially in the Windows world, with its launch of a low-cost, high-quality hit MacBook Neo back in March 2026. While that model fits in at the low end, a new report claims that Apple aims to add a further MacBo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-may-find-oled-middle-ground-between-macbook-pro-and-air-in-2029/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 16:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-may-find-oled-middle-ground-between-macbook-pro-and-air-in-2029/ Apple's iPhone 18 Pro will feature numerous improvements over the iPhone 17 Pro.
Coming via a post on the Weibo social network, the leak claims that the A20 Pro's chip layout was reverse-engineered from its solder positions. This method allows the leaker to identify different aspects of the chi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-chip-leak-hints-at-performance-upgrades-in-two-key-areas/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-chip-leak-hints-at-performance-upgrades-in-two-key-areas/ The Anker MindBase is a smart home hub with Matter support and a built-in NAS - image credit: Anker.
Following a revision of its lineup in January 2026, Anker has now announced a further series of cameras and sensors, plus the Anker MindBase smart home hub to control them all. It's the company's first home hub and is the most]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/anker-makes-matter-smarthome-bid-with-mindbase-hub-and-nas/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/anker-makes-matter-smarthome-bid-with-mindbase-hub-and-nas/ iPhone Air one-year review: iPhone Air is a great iPhone
The word "iconic" is thrown around all too easily these days. But it's still one that fits the iPhone Air.In a sea of all-too-familiar iPhones, the Air easily stands out from the crowd. It's every bit as distinctive as the iPhone 4 or iPhone 6, devices that ushered in new design language]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-air-review-one-year-later-more-than-the-sum-of-its-flaws/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-air-review-one-year-later-more-than-the-sum-of-its-flaws/ App Tracking Transparency
The new suit has been filed with the UK's Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT), which is already investigating Apple over a $4.1 billion iCloud suit. The new suit over App Tracking Transparency (ATT) has been put in front of CAT by Ann Pope, a former senior director at the UK's Co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-sued-over-app-tracking-transparency-in-27-billion-class-action/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-sued-over-app-tracking-transparency-in-27-billion-class-action/ Wallpaper Engine lets people create animated desktop backgrounds, including scenes that respond to music or the mouse pointer. Users share their creations through Steam Workshop, Steam's service for distributing user-created content.Developer James Goodnight says V]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/there-is-a-way-to-run-wallpaper-engine-files-on-mac-with-caveats/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/there-is-a-way-to-run-wallpaper-engine-files-on-mac-with-caveats/ The US government has put its finger on the scales in deciding the results of the AI race
I don't like to start my pieces off with a quote, but I feel like this colors everything:"Rules of law that make it significantly more difficult to develop a robust AI industry]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/us-government-worried-that-ai-companies-cant-innovate-without-legal-theft/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 23:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/us-government-worried-that-ai-companies-cant-innovate-without-legal-theft/ Hobby Lobby now accepts Apple Pay at checkout | Image credit: Hobby Lobby
You may be able to pick up your assorted crafting bits and bobs at Hobby Lobby sans wallet if you so choose. Customers have discovered that, at least at certain locations, the retail arts and crafts giant has added support for]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hobby-lobby-stealthily-adds-support-for-apple-pay/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 22:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hobby-lobby-stealthily-adds-support-for-apple-pay/ A lot of what we've been hearing about this new home hub isn't exactly new. Rumors say that this device was expected to launch in the spring of 2025, before the state of Apple Intelligence forced Apple to delay it.But that was all in 2025, and 2026 is poised to be more pro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-smart-home-display-could-be-coming-soon-sounds-amazing/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 22:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-smart-home-display-could-be-coming-soon-sounds-amazing/ Google does not need to sell off its advertising business, court finds
A federal judge has rejected the Justice Department's attempt to force Google to sell off major pieces of its advertising technology business. This spares the company from the most severe remedies suggested after it was found gu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/judge-rejects-doj-bid-to-split-advertising-business-from-google/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 19:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/judge-rejects-doj-bid-to-split-advertising-business-from-google/ Digital IDs could potentially limit some data breaches, but not until adoption becomes near universal
Recently, a dark web platform known as Nexus claimed to be selling more than 153 million driver's license scans. In addition to the driver's licenses, there were more than 10 million ID cards, 3 million travel documents and international IDs]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/153-million-stolen-drivers-license-scans-expose-a-growing-id-problem/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 17:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/153-million-stolen-drivers-license-scans-expose-a-growing-id-problem/ Save $200 on Apple's M5 MacBook Air with 32GB RAM, 2TB SSD - Image credit: Apple
B&H's $200 discount on Apple's loaded 13-inch MacBook Air is the steepest available across the line, according to our M5 13-inch MacBook Air Price Guide.Save $200 on M5 MacBook Air 32GB, 2TB
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-200-on-apples-m5-macbook-air-with-32gb-ram-2tb-ssd/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 17:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-200-on-apples-m5-macbook-air-with-32gb-ram-2tb-ssd/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hello-developer-september-2026/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hello-developer-september-2026/ Adobe is now usable in Slack. - Image Credit: Adobe
As a productivity suite, Adobe has been hard at work making sure that everyone knows you can use it with AI. In its bid to make it as impossible to ignore as possible, it's now infiltrated Slack.Launched on Wednesday, Adobe for Slack is an integration for the business communication]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/adobe-for-slack-brings-more-generative-ai-to-your-digital-workspace/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 16:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/adobe-for-slack-brings-more-generative-ai-to-your-digital-workspace/ This Apple I's motherboard is signed by Steve Wozniak - image credit: Bonhams.
In July 2026, a working Apple I was sold at auction for $499,363, beating its predicted $300,000. Now Bonhams' auction house is estimating $500,000 to$800,000 for its working model, known as the Hatfield Apple I.It's c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-working-apple-i-expected-to-fetch-500k-will-go-on-tour-before-the-auction/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-working-apple-i-expected-to-fetch-500k-will-go-on-tour-before-the-auction/ An Intel worker holding a chip - Image Credit: Intel
Apple's transition from Intel chips to those of its own design in 2020 was a big blow to the U.S. chip maker. It was a move that was not only hugely beneficial to Apple but also to TSMC, which handled the manufacturing of Apple Silicon.While President Donald Trump announced in June t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/trust-fall-tsmcs-relationship-with-apple-is-something-intel-struggles-to-match/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/trust-fall-tsmcs-relationship-with-apple-is-something-intel-struggles-to-match/ Apple gift cards are being targeted by organized crime worldwide - image credit: Apple.
Gift card scams have existed for as long as there have been gift cards, but usually it's bad actors tricking users into paying huge sums with them. A New South Wales investigation has brought to light a different scam that is used for money laundering, and even funds human trafficki]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-organized-crime-steals-millions-through-an-apple-gift-card-scam/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 14:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-organized-crime-steals-millions-through-an-apple-gift-card-scam/ M6 Mac mini [left], M1 Mac mini [right]
After the introduction of the M5 MacBook Pro and MacBook Air, it was inevitable for Apple to bring the upgrade over to the desktop versions. That means the Mac mini has been given the spec-bump treatment once again.However, it's not just bringing the Mac mini to the M5 level. Apple instead took the opportunity to bring it to th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m6-mac-mini-vs-m1-mac-mini-original-apple-silicon-versus-the-new/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 13:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m6-mac-mini-vs-m1-mac-mini-original-apple-silicon-versus-the-new/ The much-missed Mac Pro was the last Mac to switch from Intel to Apple Silicon
The forthcoming macOS Tahoe is the last release that will run on Intel-based Macs, and that will run Intel-only apps. It's not a surprise, as Apple has been clear about this transition since it began the move to Apple Silicon back in 2]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/developers-can-stop-supporting-intel-macs-says-apple/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 13:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/developers-can-stop-supporting-intel-macs-says-apple/ Purported iPhone 18 Pro components including (top) one in silver - image credit: Sonny Dickson.
Whether you call it silver or consider it a kind of light grey, Fixed Focus Digital claims Apple won't use it for the iPhone 18 Pro. The leaker also insists that there will be just three colors, and now a riva]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/leaker-battle-will-iphone-18-pro-come-in-silver-or-not/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 12:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/leaker-battle-will-iphone-18-pro-come-in-silver-or-not/ Lake Ontario is now shown as Lake America for Apple Maps users in the United States
Apple Maps was drawn into the middle of a trade disagreement between the United States and Canada, by President Trump changing the name of one of the Great Lakes. After being contacted by Trump and nudged to do so, Apple has now updated Maps to update the name of Lake Ontari]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-maps-updates-lake-ontario-to-lake-america-for-us-users/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 01:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-maps-updates-lake-ontario-to-lake-america-for-us-users/ John Ternus isn't making quite as much as Tim Cook in the new CEO role
The Apple CEO transition has finally occurred with Tim Cook stepping into the Executive Chairman position and John Ternus taking over. While their respective pays have very little to do with the day-to-day business, they are still interesting to note.According t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-ceo-john-ternus-wont-be-making-as-much-as-cook-did-in-the-role-for-fiscal-2027/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 23:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-ceo-john-ternus-wont-be-making-as-much-as-cook-did-in-the-role-for-fiscal-2027/ John Ternus isn't making quite as much as Tim Cook in the new CEO role
The Apple CEO transition has finally occurred with Tim Cook stepping into the Executive Chairman position and John Ternus taking over. While their respective pays have very little to do with the day-to-day business,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-ceo-john-ternus-gets-a-big-pay-raise-through-fiscal-2027/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 23:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-ceo-john-ternus-gets-a-big-pay-raise-through-fiscal-2027/ Lake America searches come up with Lake Ontario in Apple Maps in the US
The ongoing political tiff between the United States and Canada over the identity of a body of water is starting to affect Apple Maps. While Lake Ontario hasn't yet been updated to have the name of "Lake America," as mandated by U.S. President Donald Trump, there are signs of it startin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-maps-bring-up-lake-ontario-if-you-search-for-lake-america/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-maps-bring-up-lake-ontario-if-you-search-for-lake-america/ What surgeons see while using the Apple Vision Pro with SportSuite Vision | Image credit: Stryker
On Tuesday, medical technology company Stryker announced that a hip arthroscopy had been performed at Duke Health using its SportSuite Vision app on Apple Vision Pro. SportSuite Vision allows surgeons to view the operating room while placin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/surgeons-keep-finding-reasons-to-use-the-apple-vision-pro/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/surgeons-keep-finding-reasons-to-use-the-apple-vision-pro/ The $699 Beam Ultra and $449 Ace Ultra launch alongside the rebranded Sonos 27 audio platform. Optional AI controls include Sonos 27voice and support for outside assistants such as ChatGPT through Sonos 27mcp.Updated app navigation and Sonos 27mcp Early Access begin rolling out September 8. Ac]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-beam-ultra-amp-ace-ultra-arrive-with-ai-powered-sonos-27/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 19:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-beam-ultra-amp-ace-ultra-arrive-with-ai-powered-sonos-27/ John Ternus has been addressing Apple staff as he starts his tenure as CEO - image credit: Apple.
Following Tim Cook's farewell email to staff, his successor John Ternus has begun his tenure as CEO by emailing all Apple staff worldwide. Unsurprisingly, he thanks Tim Cook and welcomes how his predecessor is remaining with the compa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/john-ternus-addresses-staff-as-he-takes-over-as-apple-ceo/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 19:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/john-ternus-addresses-staff-as-he-takes-over-as-apple-ceo/ Luca Maestri - Image Credit: Apple
Luca Maestri was the chief financial officer at Apple under Tim Cook, but switched roles at the end of 2024 to become Vice President of Corporate Services. With Cook out, Maestri has also taken the opportunity to change his portfolio of work.According to sources of Bloomberg, Maestri left his Corporate Servic]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/luca-maestri-isnt-running-apples-corporate-services-anymore/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 19:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/luca-maestri-isnt-running-apples-corporate-services-anymore/ Detail from the patent showing that fabric AirPods would still retain the basic shape of the current models - image credit: Apple.
As AirPods and AirPods Pro have continued to improve their sound quality, Apple has also attempted to make them fit]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/it-might-be-trivial-to-make-custom-fit-airpods-in-the-future/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 19:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/it-might-be-trivial-to-make-custom-fit-airpods-in-the-future/ @JohnTernus on X.The CEOs of Apple tend to be social people, and in modern times that means having social media accounts. As such, that means new CEO John Ternus has to get one too.The X account for @johnternus is now live and visible, coinciding with his first official day in the Apple driving seat.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/john-ternus-says-hello-in-his-x-accounts-first-post/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 18:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/john-ternus-says-hello-in-his-x-accounts-first-post/ When Perplexity detects personal information such as names and phone numbers in a file it's processing, it should stop to tell the user - image credit: Perplexity.
Following the company's March 2026 announcement that its app can control other Mac apps, Perplexity has launched]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/perplexity-claims-to-protect-privacy-by-splitting-ai-tasks-between-local-and-cloud-models/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 18:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/perplexity-claims-to-protect-privacy-by-splitting-ai-tasks-between-local-and-cloud-models/ Raleigh, North Carolina, where Apple's campus is still due to be built.
Apple officially announced that it would be building a campus in North Carolina's Research Triangle Park back in 2021, but it was planned even earlier than that. As early as 2018, Apple was believed to be negotiating]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-still-hasnt-started-building-its-north-carolina-campus/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 17:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-still-hasnt-started-building-its-north-carolina-campus/ Raleigh, North Carolina, where Apple's campus is still due to be built.
Apple officially announced that it would be building a campus in North Carolina's Research Triangle Park back in 2021, but it was planned even earlier than that. As early as 2018, Apple was believed to be negotiating]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/five-years-on-apple-still-hasnt-started-its-north-carolina-campus/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 17:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/five-years-on-apple-still-hasnt-started-its-north-carolina-campus/ If a leaker is right, the lightest color of iPhone will disappear for the iPhone 18 Pro generation.Apple's announcement of the "Surprise and Shine" event on September 9 means the launch of new models is not far away. Even as time counts down to that event, the rumor mill is still coming up with ways to spoil the launch ahead of time.In the newest]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/lightest-color-at-risk-of-removal-from-iphone-18-pros-roster/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 17:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/lightest-color-at-risk-of-removal-from-iphone-18-pros-roster/ Grab a preorder discount on Apple's new M5 Pro Mac mini.
Apple's 2026 Mac mini is the number one new release in Amazon's Mini Computer category, and the Apple reseller's preorder discount makes it even more enticing.Secure your spot in line by picking up the M5 Pro model for $1,669.99, a $30 discount off MSRP.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-m5-pro-mac-mini-preorder-discount-extends-into-september/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 17:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-m5-pro-mac-mini-preorder-discount-extends-into-september/ macOS 26.4 or later: Users may receive a system notification when launching apps that rely on Rosetta, alerting them to update to an Apple silicon native version.macOS 27: Final release to support Rosetta — Intel-only ap]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/upcoming-changes-to-rosetta-support-for-intel-based-macosapps/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/upcoming-changes-to-rosetta-support-for-intel-based-macosapps/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-impact-was-the-biggest-surprise-swiggys-transition-to-native-pays-off/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-impact-was-the-biggest-surprise-swiggys-transition-to-native-pays-off/ The lawsuit between Apple and OpenAI continues with another rebuttal filing from the ChatGPT maker.
OpenAI has responded to Apple's latest filing about the theft of confidential information, by filing its own rebuttal which again accuses the company of trying to stop employees leaving. According to Reuters, OpenAI is now a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-not-our-fault-if-you-cant-keep-trade-secrets-openai-tells-apple/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-not-our-fault-if-you-cant-keep-trade-secrets-openai-tells-apple/ Apple's leadership page has been updated with the company's new CEO - image credit: Apple.
The most obviously required change to the leadership page is the move of John Ternus up to the top spot, now that he is Apple's CEO.Unsurprisingly, Tim Cook's job title has also changed, with him app]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-updates-its-leadership-page-as-john-ternus-becomes-ceo/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-updates-its-leadership-page-as-john-ternus-becomes-ceo/ Mac Studio
During the launch of its new products, Apple typically includes references to bleeding-edge technologies and the device's bleeding-edge specifications. For the new Mac Studio, it's correcting a mistaken spec.Spotted by MacGeneration, references to PCIe Gen 6 have been removed from press releases relating to the new M5 Ultra Mac Studio. While it pr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-pulls-pcie-60-claims-from-new-mac-studios-spec-sheets/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 13:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-pulls-pcie-60-claims-from-new-mac-studios-spec-sheets/ Tim Cook (right) and his successor John Ternus - images credit: Apple.
No question, John Ternus really became Apple's CEO long before his official start date of September 1, 2026. It's not as if Tim Cook went on gardening leave but this is not a job with a simple cutoff date.Instea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/intel-to-apple-silicon-cook-to-ternus-apple-is-pulling-off-another-major-transition/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/intel-to-apple-silicon-cook-to-ternus-apple-is-pulling-off-another-major-transition/ uGreen NASync DXP4800 Pro
uGreen has built out its NAS range quickly since entering the category. AppleInsider has covered uGreen NAS hardware before, including the DXP4800 GT.The DXP4800 Pro sits above the GT and Plus in the four-bay lineup. It pairs a six-core Intel chip with generous memory headroom.
Continue Reading on App]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ugreen-nasync-dxp4800-pro-review-sweet-spot-of-price-amp-performance/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 01:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ugreen-nasync-dxp4800-pro-review-sweet-spot-of-price-amp-performance/ Apple's MacBook lineup continues to evolve, and some are aging out as Apple Silicon takes over
The first is the 13-inch 2017 MacBook Pro with two Thunderbolt 3 ports. The most recent compatible OS is macOS Ventura, which was released in 2022.Second is Apple's 2018 Retina MacBook Air. It can only be updated to macOS Sonoma, putting it two macOS release]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-ends-hardware-support-for-three-intel-macbook-models/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 22:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-ends-hardware-support-for-three-intel-macbook-models/ Apple has sued OpenAI over alleged trade secret theft
OpenAI poached over 400 employees from Apple to work on AI projects, and two were called out in a trade secret theft lawsuit in July. Apple has suggested the case needs urgent attention, and that every delay causes more harm.According to a new filing from Apple on Monday, the M]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-evidence-shows-openais-trade-secret-theft-amp-destruction-of-evidence-says-apple/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 22:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-evidence-shows-openais-trade-secret-theft-amp-destruction-of-evidence-says-apple/ Why AI is increasing, not driving, demand for Mac mini and Mac Studio
You may have noticed that the lead times on both the Mac mini and the Mac Studio have been a bit much over the last year or so. In fact, right now, if you wanted to buy a fully maxed-out Mac Studio, there's a 10- to 12-week wait.There's]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ai-needs-more-macs-but-not-for-the-reason-you-might-assume/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 20:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ai-needs-more-macs-but-not-for-the-reason-you-might-assume/ The eighth round of the Apple Developer Beta program has arrived for the upcoming iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27 Golden Gate, tvOS 27, watchOS 27, and visionOS 27 releases, expected to ship in September.The eighth builds come after the seventh, which arrived on August 24. The sixth was Apple brou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/eighth-ios-27-macos-27-developer-betas-arrive-for-testing/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 19:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/eighth-ios-27-macos-27-developer-betas-arrive-for-testing/ Apple Fellow Phil Schiller
Phil Schiller became an "Apple Fellow" in 2020 but still led Apple's App Store and Apple Events in the specially-created role. Six years later, things are changing.The 66-year-old executive, who was formerly Apple's SVP of marketing, made the decision in the last few days of the Tim Cook premiership. Bloomberg repo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-fellow-phil-schiller-no-longer-working-on-app-store-or-events/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-fellow-phil-schiller-no-longer-working-on-app-store-or-events/ Tim Cook - image credit: Apple.
Tim Cook had his going away party back on August 24, 2026, and in truth he's been steadily stepping back from his CEO role since at least April when his successor was announced. But now in his last hours leading the company, Cook has sent a heartfelt and optimistic memo to all staff.Team,Today is my last day as CEO of Ap]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-signs-off-as-ceo-with-thanks-to-staff-and-a-tribute-to-john-ternus/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 17:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-signs-off-as-ceo-with-thanks-to-staff-and-a-tribute-to-john-ternus/ Save $500 on Apple's M5 Max MacBook Pro - Image credit: Apple
Amazon's MacBook Pro sale includes discounts on a number of configurations from Apple's current lineup, but we're following this $500 markdown on the M5 Max 16-inch spec. Pick up the laptop in your choice of Space Black or Silver for $3,899 after the markdown, with delivery as soon as tomorrow for P]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-500-on-apples-m5-max-16-inch-macbook-pro-during-early-labor-day-sale/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 17:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-500-on-apples-m5-max-16-inch-macbook-pro-during-early-labor-day-sale/ Apple Maps showing Lake Ontario, before the name changed.
The battle for Lake Ontario has taken another step in President Trump's favor. In an international spat over trade with Canada, U.S. President Trump declared that the name of Lake Ontario should instead be Lake America.So far, this has resulted in overt gestures such]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/white-house-really-wants-apple-to-change-lake-ontario-to-lake-america-now/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 17:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/white-house-really-wants-apple-to-change-lake-ontario-to-lake-america-now/ M5 Max Mac Studio vs. M1 Max Mac Studio: A lot has changed in four years.
Back in 2022, the Mac Studio debuted as a versatile desktop, geared toward creative professionals. Apple took the M1 Max chip from the MacBook Pro, put it in an oversized Mac mini enclosure, and we got the Mac Studio.Four years later, little has changed, at least design-wise. The M5 Max Mac]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m5-max-vs-m1-max-mac-studio-apples-workhorse-is-better-than-ever/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 16:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m5-max-vs-m1-max-mac-studio-apples-workhorse-is-better-than-ever/ Tim Cook, and Apple Park. He's not leaving, but he won't be CEO anymore
Since my first Apple II in 1979, there have been many Apple CEOs, many philosophies behind Apple. Jobs' was apparent in the 80s, and then again in his iCEO/CEO days.And then he got sick. He made his last, best decision for Apple bef]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/both-tim-cook-amp-john-ternus-are-the-right-guys-in-the-right-place-at-the-right-time/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 15:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/both-tim-cook-amp-john-ternus-are-the-right-guys-in-the-right-place-at-the-right-time/ After more than six decades of honoring indivudals, The One Club is inducting Apple into its Creative Hall of Fame - image credit: The One Club for Creativity.
Steve Jobs was posthumously inducted into The One Club's Creative Hall of Fame back in 2012. Then specific ma]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-becomes-the-first-brand-to-be-honored-by-the-creative-hall-of-fame/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-becomes-the-first-brand-to-be-honored-by-the-creative-hall-of-fame/ CMXT is rapidly becoming a major player in memory - image credit: CXMT
In June, Apple petitioned the Trump administration to allow it to buy memory chips from a blacklisted Chinese supplier. Now, that same supplier is bringing the fight to the U.S. government.Memory chip producer CXMT sued the Pentagon on Friday, reports Reuters, for including it on the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/potential-apple-ram-supplier-cxmt-sues-feds-to-get-off-the-supplier-blacklist/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/potential-apple-ram-supplier-cxmt-sues-feds-to-get-off-the-supplier-blacklist/ CMXT is rapidly becoming a major player in memory - image credit: CXMT
In June, Apple petitioned the Trump administration to allow it to buy memory chips from a blacklisted Chinese supplier. Now, that same supplier is bringing the fight to the U.S. government.Memory chip producer CXMT sued the Pentagon on Friday, reports Reuters, for including it on the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/potential-apple-ram-supplier-cxmt-sues-feds-to-take-it-off-the-supplier-blacklist/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/potential-apple-ram-supplier-cxmt-sues-feds-to-take-it-off-the-supplier-blacklist/ Tim Cook on stage at Apple Park- image credit: AppleTim Cook on stage at Apple Park- image credit: Apple
Tim Cook was Apple's seventh CEO, he was the longest-serving, and he was only the third who wasn't fired. Then it's true that like every Apple CEO]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-the-man-who-grew-apple-by-trillions-of-dollars/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-the-man-who-grew-apple-by-trillions-of-dollars/ John Ternus on a fake train at an earlier Apple event - Image Credit: Apple
Sunday Reboot is a weekly column covering some of the lighter stories within the Apple reality distortion field from the past seven days. All to get the next week underway with a good first step.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-mac-scheduling-and-the-ternus-cook-out/Sun, 30 Aug 2026 22:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-mac-scheduling-and-the-ternus-cook-out/ An iPhone being repaired - Image Credit: Apple
In the last few years, Apple has been more open to enabling repairs of its hardware performed outside of its support ecosystem. While its position has relaxed a lot, it still has to deal with its policies from prior years.A filing for the Court of Appeal for the State of California in A]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/california-court-revives-lawsuit-accusing-apple-of-blocking-independent-repairs/Sun, 30 Aug 2026 22:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/california-court-revives-lawsuit-accusing-apple-of-blocking-independent-repairs/ Save $200 on Apple's 1TB 13-inch MacBook Air - Image credit: Apple
The lowest price since Prime Day is available now on Apple's M5 13-inch MacBook Air with an upgrade to a 1TB SSD. The $200 discount is hosted by Amazon, bringing the cost of the Sky Blue model with a 10-core GPU and 16GB of unified RAM down from $1,599 to $1,399.Buy 1TB MacBook Air for $1,399
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Disc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-1tb-m5-macbook-air-plunges-to-1399-save-200/Sun, 30 Aug 2026 19:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-1tb-m5-macbook-air-plunges-to-1399-save-200/ John Ternus, the incoming Apple CEO, will be fronting the September event
Historically, the fall is Apple's biggest quarter when it comes to launches. Regular as clockwork, September is known as the time Apple brings out a new generation of iPhones and a bunch of other major products.From Apple's perspective, it's perfect timing. It all happens a short time ahead]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-home-ipad-mini-apples-launches-for-september-and-october/Sun, 30 Aug 2026 19:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-home-ipad-mini-apples-launches-for-september-and-october/ The sun is not setting on every current Apple executive - image credit: Apple.
According to Bloomberg, Cook's retirement is one of very many exits that are being scheduled to avoid the appearance of a mass exodus that Ternus will have to deal with.This is similar to Bloomberg's previous reporting of multiple peop]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ternus-takeover-wont-mean-a-mass-apple-exec-exodus/Sun, 30 Aug 2026 17:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ternus-takeover-wont-mean-a-mass-apple-exec-exodus/ Apple Watch Series 5, in Ceramic
The rumor mill has repeatedly brought up potential changes to the Apple Watch lineup, as well as how it apparently won't change that much. While bigger changes are still on the horizon, one of the upcoming ones will be material in nature.Throughout August, the hype for the ceramic version of the Apple Watch Series 12]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-series-12-ceramic-case-rumors-continue-with-new-color-claims/Sun, 30 Aug 2026 16:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-series-12-ceramic-case-rumors-continue-with-new-color-claims/ iPhone Fold won't ship with a stylus
Even though Steve Jobs might have made a point to avoid styluses in 2007, that stance can easily have changed in the intervening 19 years. Apple has allegedly tested a stylus-like device for the iPhone Fold, but it won't be releasing it with the product.According to the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-expect-an-apple-pencil-for-the-folding-iphone/Sun, 30 Aug 2026 16:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-expect-an-apple-pencil-for-the-folding-iphone/ Save up to $200 on Sonos speakers, subs, and soundbars.
A wide range of Sonos speakers, subwoofers, and soundbars are discounted this weekend, with Amazon knocking up to $200 off the qualifying products.Save up to $200 on Sonos
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-up-to-200-on-sonos-speakers-subs-soundbars-this-weekend/Sat, 29 Aug 2026 18:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-up-to-200-on-sonos-speakers-subs-soundbars-this-weekend/ Asahi Linux works on earlier Macs. Support for newer models is being worked on.Asahi Linux is a project to bring Linux to Apple Silicon, so it can run natively on Apple's ARM-based chips. While the project's progress has been quite gradual in its progression, it is close to reaching a milestone release.In a project blog post from August 26, t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/asahi-linux-nears-m3-support-release-m4-and-m5-are-on-the-way/Sat, 29 Aug 2026 14:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/asahi-linux-nears-m3-support-release-m4-and-m5-are-on-the-way/ Apple wants the glass for every iPhone to be made in Kentucky
Apple has been getting glass for iPhone for 20 years from Kentucky. Specifically, in Harrodsburg, Kentucky, where the tech giant plans to expand manufacture the glass for every iPhone and Apple Watch.Apple COO Sabih Khan and U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-kentucky-iphone-glass-plant-will-add-200-permanent-jobs/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 23:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-kentucky-iphone-glass-plant-will-add-200-permanent-jobs/ Steve Jobs' 8th-grade science project sells for $34,375
Earlier in August, I'd reported on yet another Steve Jobs-based auction. These seem to be happening with increased frequency, and I suspect it has something to do with Jobs' stepbrother, John Chovanec, cleaning out the family home.Among the usual collection of computer parts, Apple-1 units, and some sealed first-g]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/steve-jobs-8th-grade-science-fair-project-sold-for-over-34000/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/steve-jobs-8th-grade-science-fair-project-sold-for-over-34000/ Grab preorder deals on Apple's brand-new M6 Mac mini.
Save $20 on Apple's brand-new M6 Mac mini that was announced this week, bringing the price of the standard model down to $879.99. This configuration has the new M6 chip with a 12-core CPU and 12-core GPU, along with 16GB of memory and 256GB of storage.Buy M6 Mac mini 256GB for $879.99
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Dis]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-launches-first-m6-mac-mini-deals-grab-prices-from-879/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-launches-first-m6-mac-mini-deals-grab-prices-from-879/ Tim Cook and the new Mac mini, one of the last Apple products to launch while he was CEO - Cook image credit: Apple.
We all expected that Apple would launch the new iPhones on September 9, 2026, but it was only this week that the company confirmed it. Of course, it didn]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-macs-iphone-launch-date-ai-music-amp-tim-cook-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-macs-iphone-launch-date-ai-music-amp-tim-cook-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/ Concept for the iPhone Ultra
Typically Apple holds its yearly iPhone launch on or around the second Tuesday. This hasn't always been the case; out of the last eight iPhone events, we've had five Tuesdays, two Wednesdays, and one Monday.And, in 2020, that launch was in October, not September. So it's not a hard and fast rule.
Continue Read]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-not-clear-when-iphone-18-pro-and-folding-iphone-preorders-will-start/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-not-clear-when-iphone-18-pro-and-folding-iphone-preorders-will-start/ Grab the Apple Watch SE 3 with 44mm case for just $199.99 - Image credit: Apple
You can pick up the 44mm Apple Watch SE 3 for just $199.99 while supplies last thanks to an $80 discount. This reflects the lowest price we've seen on the GPS model in Midnight at Amazon, with units in stock and ready to ship.Buy Apple Watch SE 3 for $199.99
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-44mm-plunges-to-19999-on-amazon/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-44mm-plunges-to-19999-on-amazon/ Jony Ive & Sam Altman | Image Credit: OpenAI
What an absolute crock of self-serving nonsense from OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, again.What Altman is likely referring to in a post on X, and ignoring the fire in his own house, is that a Chinese company is about to release a new "frontier coding w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sam-altman-needs-to-put-up-or-shut-up-about-ai-hacking/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sam-altman-needs-to-put-up-or-shut-up-about-ai-hacking/ Best monitors for Mac mini and Mac Studio
If you're planning to pick up a new Mac mini or Mac Studio, it might be time to upgrade your monitor setup. Fortunately, the market is flush with options.Not all of them are "Retina" quality. Given how Apple ha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-retina-class-displays-to-pair-with-mac-mini-or-mac-studio/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-retina-class-displays-to-pair-with-mac-mini-or-mac-studio/ The new Apple TV logo
Announced on Friday, Apple TV's monthly cost is increasing by $2 to $14.99 per month. This raises the annual cost to $119, up from $99.This affects some Apple One subscriptions as well. While the family plan monthly cost isn't going up, the individual plan is.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-latest-price-hike-is-to-apple-tv-streaming-and-apple-one/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-latest-price-hike-is-to-apple-tv-streaming-and-apple-one/ Pearce Quigley stars as a man driven to alchemy as he searches for his long-missing partner in "Small Prophets" - image credit: BBC
Apple TV famously has not bought a whole existing library of programmes, but it has often acquired individual titles such as its Oscar-winning "CODA." They have always been shown first on Apple, though, even if they were intended to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bbc-hit-small-prophets-bought-by-apple-tv-in-rare-uk-comedy-deal/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bbc-hit-small-prophets-bought-by-apple-tv-in-rare-uk-comedy-deal/ The flooding in Nepal - image credit: Sanjit Pariyar.
Just as he has so many times before, most recently with European wildfires and Venezuelan earthquakes, Cook has promised aid. It's one of Cook's final acts as CEO of Apple ahead of John Ternus replacing him on September 1, 2026.Our thoughts are with all those affected by the tragic fl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-pledges-aid-to-victims-of-nepal-flooding/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-pledges-aid-to-victims-of-nepal-flooding/ Apple's foldable iPhone might be right around the corner.
Apple's first foldable is right around the corner, and while it's still unclear if it will be called the iPhone Fold or iPhone Ultra, it's sure to make a splash. Over the years, multiple sources have claimed Apple was working on devices with folding displays, with the first expected to be a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-ultra-what-to-expect-from-apples-first-foldable-iphone-and-when/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-ultra-what-to-expect-from-apples-first-foldable-iphone-and-when/ An unusually somber Tim Cook at WWDC 2016, as he lead the audience in a moment's silence over the Florida shooting the day before - image credit: Apple.
As Tim Cook steps down as CEO, he's been looking back at his legacy, and so has AppleInsider.He was rarely more high-profile than at WWDC, which ultimately he prese]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cooks-greatest-moments-hosting-wwdc/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cooks-greatest-moments-hosting-wwdc/ Pikachu wonders around Apple Park
One of the perks of being CEO of Apple is meeting all kinds of celebrities. While Tim Cook might be partial to Bono, he's also buddies with a certain electric mouse.A social media post from Apple CEO Tim Cook revealed Pikachu was set loose in Apple Park. Incoming CEO John Ter]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/incoming-apple-ceo-john-ternus-meets-with-tim-cooks-friend-pikachu-amp-pokemon-ceo/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 01:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/incoming-apple-ceo-john-ternus-meets-with-tim-cooks-friend-pikachu-amp-pokemon-ceo/ The partial phase begins at 10:34 p.m. EDT and reaches its maximum at 12:13 a.m. EDT on August 28, according to NASA. Before 10:34 p.m., the moon will pass through Earth's lighter penumbra, producing only subtle shading.Most of North and South America will see the eclipse, while]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-photograph-the-august-27-lunar-eclipse-with-iphone-live-photos/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 22:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-photograph-the-august-27-lunar-eclipse-with-iphone-live-photos/ Cleaning the Apple Vision Pro with the new Apple Polishing Cloth
The Apple Polishing Cloth first arrived on the scene in 2021 with a $19 price tag. It's easily mocked as it is just a fancy cleaning cloth.Its popularity was unrivaled, but it's uncertain how many were bought outside of video producers, honestly.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-new-amp-cheaper-apple-polishing-cloth-almost-as-good-as-the-original/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 22:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-new-amp-cheaper-apple-polishing-cloth-almost-as-good-as-the-original/ Save $1,400 on Apple's loaded M5 Max MacBook Pro with 128GB RAM - Image credit: Apple
The $1,400 discount brings the cost of Apple's loaded 14-inch MacBook Pro with an M5 Max chip down to $5,299 when ordered in Silver.Save $1,400 on 14" MacBook Pro M5 Max
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-1400-on-apples-14-inch-macbook-pro-m5-max-with-128gb-ram/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-1400-on-apples-14-inch-macbook-pro-m5-max-with-128gb-ram/ Before Apple's June price increases, the storage upgrade prices were easier to justify. They're much harder to swallow now.The new M5 Max Mac Studio starts at $2,499 and is available to preorder ahead of its September 22 release. Selecting 8TB in Apple's configurator adds $3,800 to the base model's price.An external SSD adds 8TB withou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/skip-apples-3800-storage-upgrade-with-these-8tb-ssd/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/skip-apples-3800-storage-upgrade-with-these-8tb-ssd/ The sealed iPhone that turned up at a Reddit user's house - image credit: Remarkable_Source_64 on Reddit.
Well, maybe you do have a secret admirer, we're not judging and you are looking very good today. But a surprise gift of an iPhone will seem to be too good to be true because it is.It will have been sent to you]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/psa-dont-use-a-free-iphone-that-just-turns-up-at-your-home/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/psa-dont-use-a-free-iphone-that-just-turns-up-at-your-home/ Save $150 on this high-end M5 MacBook Air with 32GB RAM - Image credit: Apple
B&H's $150 discount applies to the M5 13-inch MacBook Air with a 10-core GPU and 512GB of storage. It also has an upgrade to 32GB of RAM, the max amount available in the M5 MacBook Air range.Buy M5 Air 32GB RAM for $1,549
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-m5-macbook-air-with-32gb-ram-drops-to-1549/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-m5-macbook-air-with-32gb-ram-drops-to-1549/ Genlock means you can sync the footage from a whole array of iPhones - image credit: Apple.
It wasn't the most high-profile aspect of the newly updated Mac Studio, but Genlock will be the reason some users buy it. Genlock is a system for synchronizing footage from multiple cameras and saves potentially hours of manual]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/built-in-genlock-makes-the-mac-studio-a-boon-for-professional-video-production/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/built-in-genlock-makes-the-mac-studio-a-boon-for-professional-video-production/ Apple's Chinese event tagline fuels iPhone Ultra debate
It's not a big secret that the folding iPhone is likely in about two weeks. Let's not read too much into what Google Translate says, though.If you visit the China Mainland Apple homepage in Chrome, and then translate the text to English, you're]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-viral-iphone-ultra-tease-has-probably-been-lost-in-translation/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-viral-iphone-ultra-tease-has-probably-been-lost-in-translation/ Vietnam is an increasingly significant supplier for Apple - image credit: Apple.
The new center is the latest investment from Apple's Supplier Employee Development fund, which was founded in 2022 with an initial $50 million. So far that program has reportedly trained over 108,000 supplier employees, and now Apple has announced an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-iphone-and-apple-vision-pro-suppliers-in-vietnam-get-new-apple-education-center/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-iphone-and-apple-vision-pro-suppliers-in-vietnam-get-new-apple-education-center/ M5 Ultra Mac Studio vs M1 Ultra Mac Studio
The new Mac Studio appeared with a new M5 Ultra chip on Tuesday, making it the top option for anyone working on AI. It marks the fourth Ultra model to be released, over four years after the very first one was introduced.Back in March 2022, the M1 Ultra model was viewed as a big deal. Than]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m5-ultra-mac-studio-vs-m1-ultra-mac-studio-four-years-of-change-compared/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m5-ultra-mac-studio-vs-m1-ultra-mac-studio-four-years-of-change-compared/ Apple treats Dock items as aliases that point to the originals. Removing a Dock alias changes only the Dock, so putting it back doesn't recover, move, or duplicate any files.Open Finder and choose Go, then Home, or press Shift-Command-H.Drag Downloads to the Dock beside the Trash.Control-click or right]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-make-mac-downloads-amp-other-dock-folders-easier-to-use/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-make-mac-downloads-amp-other-dock-folders-easier-to-use/ Bringnox smart roller shades review
When I accepted the review for Bringnox smart roller shades, I expected something similar or competitive to the SmartWings shades I previously reviewed. Here's the thing — these might be nearly identical shades under a different brand.I'm not accusing anyone of any wrongdoing or]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bringnox-smart-roller-shades-review-wide-window-coverage-in-your-apple-home/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 02:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bringnox-smart-roller-shades-review-wide-window-coverage-in-your-apple-home/ Image Credit: Evan Blass
On Wednesday, longtime Apple leaker Evan Blass suggested that Apple will revive a much-missed color for its yet-unannounced iPhone Ultra. In his post to X, he showcases a few renders of the iPhone Ultra in white, black, and red.It's notable, as Apple hasn't released a red iPhone since 2022, when it released the iPhone 14]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-iphone-ultra-could-mark-the-return-of-a-red-iphone/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-iphone-ultra-could-mark-the-return-of-a-red-iphone/ Apple will unveil the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and its first foldable phone, the iPhone Ultra. The presentation will also be Apple's first major product event after new CEO John Ternus takes over on September 1.The company will follow its recent prerecorded format, with media and other guests gathering at Apple Park for an in-person comp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-watch-apples-iphone-18-pro-amp-iphone-ultra-launch-live/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-watch-apples-iphone-18-pro-amp-iphone-ultra-launch-live/ Instagram, one of Meta's online social properties
Mark Zuckerberg's Meta has been dealing with a trial concerning the mental and social effects of social media for a while, but it's seemingly no longer a problem. The social giant has managed to hammer out a settlement with some functional concessions as well as a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/meta-agrees-to-18b-settlement-to-end-teen-social-hygiene-lawsuit/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/meta-agrees-to-18b-settlement-to-end-teen-social-hygiene-lawsuit/ Apple's 2TB M5 Pro MacBook Pro is marked down to $2,699 - Image credit: Apple
The $500 markdown applies to Apple's current 14-inch MacBook Pro with an upgraded M5 Pro chip that boasts an 18-core CPU and 20-core GPU. This configuration, which is discounted to $2,699 in Space Black, also has 24GB of unified memory and an upgrade to a 2TB SSD.Save $500 on 2TB MacBook Pro
Continue Reading on App]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-500-on-apples-2tb-macbook-pro-with-m5-pro-20-core-gpu/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-500-on-apples-2tb-macbook-pro-with-m5-pro-20-core-gpu/ Apple Park
Apple has just confirmed that its September special event titled "Surprise and shine" will be taking place on September 9. However, for those who turn up the night before, they get to take part in another activity.Attendees to the Wednesday event are being invited to take part in a "Welcome Run, Walk, or Roll" on the evening of Septembe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-youre-going-to-the-iphone-18-pro-event-theres-a-welcome-run/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-youre-going-to-the-iphone-18-pro-event-theres-a-welcome-run/ Image credit: Apple TV
According to Apple TV, the story of "12 12 12" unfolds across three separate timelines of the heist. The 12 months it takes to plan, the 12 hours of the heist itself, and the 12 days following the heist.It follows a disgraced FBI agent, played by Emmy Award nominee Anthony Mackie, and an American career criminal, Critics' Choice Awards nominee]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/anthony-mackie-and-jamie-dornan-lead-new-apple-tv-heist-drama/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/anthony-mackie-and-jamie-dornan-lead-new-apple-tv-heist-drama/ The Apple logo accompanying the 2026 event invite
Regular as clockwork, Apple holds an event in early September to launch new iPhone models and other products. Apple has just confirmed that this will be the case for 2026's presentation.Titled "Surprise and shine," the event will be taking]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-to-expect-from-apples-surprise-and-shine-iphone-18-pro-event-on-september-9/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-to-expect-from-apples-surprise-and-shine-iphone-18-pro-event-on-september-9/ Detail from a concept video showing what the iPhone Ultra could be like - image credit: Gunho Lee.
It will probably be September 9, 2026 when John Ternus presents the long-awaited foldable, the iPhone Ultra. He'll do it in a pre-recorded video that will definitely be slick, and definitely persuade you to want to buy.What it won']]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-iphone-ultra-teaser-is-almost-as-good-as-apple-launch-videos/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-iphone-ultra-teaser-is-almost-as-good-as-apple-launch-videos/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/surprise-and-shine/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/surprise-and-shine/ Instagram, one of Meta's online social properties
Mark Zuckerberg's Meta has been dealing with a trial concerning the mental and social effects of social media for a while, but it's seemingly no longer a problem. The social giant has managed to hammer out a settlement with some functional concessions as well as a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/meta-agrees-18b-settlement-to-end-teen-social-hygiene-lawsuit/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/meta-agrees-18b-settlement-to-end-teen-social-hygiene-lawsuit/ The iPhone 17 is the world's best-selling smartphone
According to previous figures from Counterpoint Research, the iPhone 17 was the best-selling smartphone in Q1 2026. But that was predicted, since in the months after launch, the trend in iPhone sales is to see an increase in the non-Pro models.Now the research firm says th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/worlds-best-selling-smartphone-is-the-iphone-17-again/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/worlds-best-selling-smartphone-is-the-iphone-17-again/ AppleInsider has long argued that if the much-rumored folding iPhone were to be launched in September, that we should be seeing leaked components. There's now been so much other evidence that it seems inevitable, but finally there has been a component leak. Allegedly.We won't know if these shots are really of the iPhone Ultra's]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-ultra-motherboard-may-just-have-leaked/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-ultra-motherboard-may-just-have-leaked/ M5 Max Mac Studio vs. M4 Max Mac Studio: Specs, hardware, price.
After debuting in the MacBook Pro in March 2026, the M5 Max chip has made its way to Apple's top-of-the-line desktop, the Mac Studio.Though the Mac Studio hasn't undergone any visual changes, the M5 Max introduces significant under-the-hood enhancements. With Neural Accelerators in each GPU co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m5-max-mac-studio-vs-m4-max-mac-studio-faster-more-expensive/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m5-max-mac-studio-vs-m4-max-mac-studio-faster-more-expensive/ Apple continues to press for expedited discovery in its case against OpenAI.
Apple first filed suit against OpenAI over alleged mass IP theft in July 2026. Since then, Apple has pressed for a faster start to the proceedings, and OpenAI has basically claimed that Apple is only suing because it can't compete.OpenAI has argued that Apple's asking]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/openais-lawsuit-delays-cause-more-harm-every-day-says-apple/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/openais-lawsuit-delays-cause-more-harm-every-day-says-apple/ ROG Kithara review: Few headsets are quite so big
In a world that's full to the brim with mediocre gaming headsets, this Asus ROG and Hifiman collaboration is certainly different. Hifiman is known for its premium headphones aimed squarely at audiophiles with plenty of money to spend on their hobby.By contrast, gamers aren']]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/asus-rog-kithara-headset-review-audiophile-gaming/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 02:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/asus-rog-kithara-headset-review-audiophile-gaming/ Junie Local needs a powerful Mac to run, but doesn't cost any tokens
JetBrains developed Junie as a coding agent that runs on your Mac and calls out to models the user chose. That always required some configuration and sending data off to some other AI product, so JetBrains has built Junie Local.According to a blo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/jetbrains-local-model-wont-cost-any-tokens-but-needs-a-2700-mac-mini-to-run-it/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 22:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/jetbrains-local-model-wont-cost-any-tokens-but-needs-a-2700-mac-mini-to-run-it/ An example of an Apple Maps ad
In March, Apple confirmed it would bring ads to Apple Maps. The ads were part of the greater Apple Business rollout.It wasn't known exactly when Apple would begin rolling out the ads, but the company had set a tentative release date for Summer 2026. And, true to its word, we're now seeing ads popping up in Apple Maps.
Conti]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-maps-ads-are-finally-showing-up-on-iphone/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 21:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-maps-ads-are-finally-showing-up-on-iphone/ The Mac Studio now has M5 Ultra, an upgrade from the M3 Ultra.The new Mac Studio arrived on Tuesday, with the all-new M5 Ultra now the top-of-the-range chip for tough productivity workloads. Apple is positioning it squarely as a desktop for doing a lot of AI-related processing, including running models locally.The design stays faithful to the outgoi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m5-ultra-mac-studio-vs-m3-ultra-mac-studio-apples-ai-desktop-compared/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 21:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m5-ultra-mac-studio-vs-m3-ultra-mac-studio-apples-ai-desktop-compared/ AppleCare options are available for the new Macs.
It's not remotely clear why Apple would choose to hide AppleCare for the new Macs since the option is front and center with other Macs. With those, AppleCare is on the order page, right after processor, RAM, and storage options.With the new M]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/adding-applecare-to-mac-studio-amp-mac-mini-is-later-in-the-purchase-process-than-before/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 19:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/adding-applecare-to-mac-studio-amp-mac-mini-is-later-in-the-purchase-process-than-before/ Mac Studio comes with many ports, yet it's still easy to fill them all.
Sometimes you wonder if Apple adds something just because it can. So the new M5 Max version of the Mac Studio, for instance, is being promoted as being able to run up to five displays, while the M5 Ultra Mac Studio can handle eight.There's more t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/why-the-new-mac-studio-can-support-up-to-eight-screens/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/why-the-new-mac-studio-can-support-up-to-eight-screens/ The new, $9 Apple Polishing Cloth | Image credit: Apple
In 2021, Apple announced the Polishing Cloth, a $19 cloth designed specifically to keep any of its Nano-texture displays smudge-free without any damage. And while the internet found the price to be ludicrous, and rightfully so, it was $19 at launch; it still immediately sold out.In]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-infamous-polishing-cloth-drops-to-9/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-infamous-polishing-cloth-drops-to-9/ M6 Mac mini vs M4 Mac mini
In a rare move, Apple has updated the Mac mini just before its main iPhone event, rather than during its usual fall Mac window. The big change is the shift from the M4 generation it has been on for almost two years.That shift isn't to the M5, but to M6.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m6-mac-mini-vs-m4-mac-mini-compact-powerhouses-compared/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m6-mac-mini-vs-m4-mac-mini-compact-powerhouses-compared/ Apple TV and F1 partnership may have declining viewership numbers
Statistical analysis of viewership numbers is a tricky game on its own, especially when dealing with viewership numbers on Apple platforms. Samba is an analytics company that thrives on data obtained, often without the user's knowledge, thanks to being]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/smart-tv-analytics-look-dire-for-apple-tv-f1-viewership-but-not-whole-story/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/smart-tv-analytics-look-dire-for-apple-tv-f1-viewership-but-not-whole-story/ Updated store images show glyphs replacing the written labels on the Tab, Caps Lock, Shift, Return, and Delete keys. The symbols match those introduced on the latest MacBook Pro and MacBook Air keyboards in March.The change appears across the standard model priced at $99 and the compact Touch ID version priced at $149. Apple's extended keyboar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macbook-style-key-symbols-come-to-all-four-magic-keyboards/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macbook-style-key-symbols-come-to-all-four-magic-keyboards/ If that $18,299 price tag for the Mac Studio seems steep, wait until all of the configuration options are available - image credit: Apple.
If you chose to, you could now spend $899 on a base Mac mini and wince at how much more those cost these days. Or you could go the other way and try to max-out a new Mac Studio.You can try. Very unu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/you-can-spend-18299-on-a-mac-studio-today-or-more-in-october/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/you-can-spend-18299-on-a-mac-studio-today-or-more-in-october/ The Mac mini models were introduced August 25 and will be available September 22. M6 replaces M4 in the standard model, while M5 Pro succeeds M4 Pro in the higher-performance configuration.Both chips support one display at up to 8K at 60Hz, 5K at 120Hz, or 4K at 240Hz.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-m6-mac-mini-keeps-three-display-limit-raises-refresh-rates/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-m6-mac-mini-keeps-three-display-limit-raises-refresh-rates/ Mac Studio
As consistently expected, Apple has updated the Mac Studio with these two processors. It claims up to 4.3 times faster AI performance, 2 times faster storage, and up to 1.3 times faster CPU speed. The new models come 16 months after the last update at the start of April 2025."With the powerful M5 Max and the incredible capabilities of M5 Ultra, Mac Studio ushers in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-studio-gets-update-to-m5-max-and-m5-ultra/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 15:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-studio-gets-update-to-m5-max-and-m5-ultra/ M4 Mac mini. M5 is identical externally
The release comes almost two years after the then-redesigned M4 Mac mini was released. There's nothing different externally, with the major change being the M6 processor.And it comes after wait times were as long as two months on the morning of August 25 for the M4 version of the hardwar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m6-mac-mini-arrives-with-a-new-record-high-starting-price/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 15:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m6-mac-mini-arrives-with-a-new-record-high-starting-price/ Parallels Desktop 27 runs Windows on the Mac - image credit: Parallels.
One year later, Parallels has followed its release of Parallels Desktop 26 with new new Mac and Enterprise versions, plus an online list of compatible Windows apps."As customers continue to push the limits of what they do on Mac," said Elena Koryakina, Chief P]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-parallels-desktop-27-delivers-faster-opengl-for-windows-apps-on-mac/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 14:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-parallels-desktop-27-delivers-faster-opengl-for-windows-apps-on-mac/ Siri AI
The overhaul of Siri is a major part of iOS 27 and Apple's other upcoming operating systems due this fall. While it's an important element, it won't necessarily be accessible to anyone when the OS updates arrive.Code has been found in the seventh developer betas of iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS Golden Gate to operate a waitlist for Siri AI, re]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/youll-have-to-wait-in-line-for-siri-ai-in-ios-27/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/youll-have-to-wait-in-line-for-siri-ai-in-ios-27/ A new Mac mini is coming soon
While the Mac mini hasn't received the M5 processor yet, it could also be upgraded with an M6 to kick off the new chip generation. Either way, it's coming and soon enough to be Tim Cook's last product as CEO.According to a report from Bloomberg, a new Mac mini could be announced within the n]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-mac-mini-days-away-oled-ipad-mini-in-october-airpods-5-in-2026/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 04:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-mac-mini-days-away-oled-ipad-mini-in-october-airpods-5-in-2026/ Nuki Smart Lock & Keypad 2 NFC review
I never want to own another smart lock without Apple Home Key support. Retrofit smart door locks have a problem though, as they don't have an external-facing component for NFC usage.That's where the Nuki Smart Lock and Keypad 2 NFC comes in. The lock attaches to the indoor-side]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/nuki-smart-lock-amp-keypad-2-nfc-review-a-low-profile-lock-with-apple-home-key-support/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 02:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/nuki-smart-lock-amp-keypad-2-nfc-review-a-low-profile-lock-with-apple-home-key-support/ Apple TV and F1 partnership may have declining viewership numbers
Statistical analysis of viewership numbers is a tricky game on its own, especially when dealing with viewership numbers on Apple platforms. Samba is an analytics company that thrives on data obtained, often without the user's knowledge, thanks to being]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/smart-tv-analytics-provide-dire-numbers-for-apple-tv-f1-viewership-but-not-whole-story/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 02:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/smart-tv-analytics-provide-dire-numbers-for-apple-tv-f1-viewership-but-not-whole-story/ Apple's Home Hub will seemingly support user accounts.
With the macOS 26.7 release candidate build, Apple inadvertently revealed details about several of its upcoming products, including a camera-equipped model of AirPods. Also present was code related to the company's upcoming Home Hub, an AI-focused device with a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ambient-sensing-and-cameras-to-power-apple-home-hub-personalization/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 23:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ambient-sensing-and-cameras-to-power-apple-home-hub-personalization/ Apple CEO Tim Cook gets one last little celebration before stepping down September 1
Apple likes to throw a party on occasion, and the latest is a kind of going away/anniversary present for outgoing CEO Tim Cook. He's not really going anywhere though, as he's sticking around as Executive Chairman and acting as a kind of government lia]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/onerepublic-headlines-tim-cooks-going-away-party-as-he-prepares-to-step-down-as-ceo/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 23:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/onerepublic-headlines-tim-cooks-going-away-party-as-he-prepares-to-step-down-as-ceo/ Hide My Email will be sticking with the original iCloud domain
Changing email domains can create chaos for website and email client administrators. After concerns were raised over Hide My Email changing to private.icloud.com, Apple has shifted course.According to a new developer document published Monday, Apple says it will no longer be moving Hide My Ema]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hide-my-email-no-longer-changing-domains-will-keep-icloudcom/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 22:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hide-my-email-no-longer-changing-domains-will-keep-icloudcom/ Inside an Apple server - Image Credit: @hsuchingpo/X
Apple's efforts to catch up in the field of AI have already led to the creation of Private Cloud Compute, namely Apple's own brand of secure AI cloud computing.While it has started to ship its own servers from its facility in Houston, Texas, there hasn't been much coverage about the serve]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-is-the-first-look-at-the-inside-of-apples-ai-servers/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 21:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-is-the-first-look-at-the-inside-of-apples-ai-servers/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/update-new-domain-for-signinwithapple/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/update-new-domain-for-signinwithapple/ "Ted Lasso" recently had its fourth season premiere, which drew nearly 300 million U.S. viewing minutes across its first two days. It has officially become the biggest launch for Apple TV to date.Now, it seems like Apple's ready to get the ball rolling on season five. According to Apple TV leaker Sigmund Judge, production i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-gearing-up-to-start-filming-ted-lasso-season-5-in-january/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 19:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-gearing-up-to-start-filming-ted-lasso-season-5-in-january/ The Apple Developer Beta program has reached the seventh round for the upcoming iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27 Golden Gate, tvOS 27, watchOS 27, and visionOS 27 releases, expected this September.The seventh arrives after the sixth, which Apple brought out on August 17. The fifth round took p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/seventh-developer-betas-of-ios-27-macos-27-land-as-releases-loom/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 19:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/seventh-developer-betas-of-ios-27-macos-27-land-as-releases-loom/ Smart Home Insider Podcast
Leading off the news portion of the episode were a pair of stories on Sonos. We saw a new product hit the FCC, as well as a new feature launch.Codenamed "Gambit," the new Sonos soundbar appears to be a successor to the Beam (Gen 2). No other information is known about the mid-range speaker, but it is presumed to debu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-smart-home-display-rumors-amp-sonos-gambit-soundbar-leak-on-smart-home-insider/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 18:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-smart-home-display-rumors-amp-sonos-gambit-soundbar-leak-on-smart-home-insider/ CMXT is rapidly becoming a major player in memory - image credit: CXMT
Apple, like other tech companies around the world, has a memory cost problem that it's trying to solve. So far, that has resulted in Apple making the politically]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/trump-may-use-apple-chinese-ram-buy-request-as-diplomatic-tool/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 18:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/trump-may-use-apple-chinese-ram-buy-request-as-diplomatic-tool/ How the new Virtual Shopping Assistant looks in the Apple Store app - image credit: ShrimpApplePro.
Apple has begun to get a reputation for leaking information in code references, but in July 2026 it did so in a public policy document. An unknown feature called the Virtual Shopping Assistant was d]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ai-assistant-is-rolling-out-to-the-apple-store-app-on-ios/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 15:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ai-assistant-is-rolling-out-to-the-apple-store-app-on-ios/ The iPhone Air is thin, but expect more glass for the iPhone 20.While we are all waiting for the iPhone 18 to come out of Apple in the very near future, the rumor mill is still infatuated about devices that are still far from launch. With the 20th-anniversary iPhone anticipated in 2027, speculation is rife for what that model will bring.In a Sunday post to W]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-20-will-look-like-a-rounder-and-thinner-iphone-air/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 15:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-20-will-look-like-a-rounder-and-thinner-iphone-air/ Grab the lowest price ever on 4 second-gen AirTags today.
If you're planning on traveling for the Labor Day weekend or want the added peace of mind of Precision Finding during everyday activities, Amazon's AirTag deals are worth checking out.Pick up the single AirTag for $24 or the 4-pack for $79.99, the latter being a record-low price for the second-generation model that was relea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-airtag-4-pack-to-7999-lowest-price-ever/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-airtag-4-pack-to-7999-lowest-price-ever/ The new deprecation notice in Terminal for the command hdiutil.
You may never have even heard of it, but since the earliest days of Mac OS X, the Terminal has included the command now called hdiutil. It's a tool for handling disk images, and AppleInsider forum use]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/handy-disk-image-tool-is-getting-removed-from-macos/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/handy-disk-image-tool-is-getting-removed-from-macos/ The new deprecation notice in Terminal for the command hdiutil.
You may never have even heard of it, but since the earliest days of Mac OS X, the Terminal has included the command now called "hdiutil." It's a tool for handling disk images, and AppleInsider forum users]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/handy-disk-image-tool-is-to-be-removed-from-macos/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/handy-disk-image-tool-is-to-be-removed-from-macos/ Steve Jobs' resignation followed a previous leave of absence from the company starting in January 2011, during which Cook had served as acting CEO. Jobs's formal stepping down was an unmistakable end of an era for the company, and a ve]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-road-to-steve-jobs-resignation-and-the-rise-of-tim-cook-as-his-first-successor/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-road-to-steve-jobs-resignation-and-the-rise-of-tim-cook-as-his-first-successor/ AirPods Pro with cameras that feed Siri AI are on the way.Sunday Reboot is a weekly column covering some of the lighter stories within the Apple reality distortion field from the past seven days. All to get the next week underway with a good first step.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-airpods-will-be-the-best-smart-glasses/Sun, 23 Aug 2026 22:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-airpods-will-be-the-best-smart-glasses/ The current 24-inch iMac
The M6 generation of devices is on the way, for an expectedly short product lifecycle before a move to the M7 generation. As for what Mac hardware will use the M6 chip, one of them could well be the iMac.According to Mark Gurman, writing in Sunday's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg, an update to the iMac is on the wa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m6-imac-refresh-expected-before-the-end-of-2026/Sun, 23 Aug 2026 18:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m6-imac-refresh-expected-before-the-end-of-2026/ The current HomePod mini
Rumors have consistently pointed towards Apple making changes to its smart home lineup, and it seems to be finally arriving this fall. It now appears that Apple is also preparing a retail push for the new hardware.In Sunday's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg, Mark Gurman writ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-stores-refresh-prepares-to-push-a-big-smart-home-revamp/Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-stores-refresh-prepares-to-push-a-big-smart-home-revamp/ Prices haven't moved for the iPhone 17 lineup, but almost certainly will for iPhone 18
Prices went up across many product lines, including ones like Apple TV, Apple Vision Pro, and Mac to compensate for the AI-induced RAMshortage. Only the iPhone remained untouched by price hikes, but new premium devices]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-anyones-guess-how-high-iphone-prices-might-go-but-100-more-might-be-enough/Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-anyones-guess-how-high-iphone-prices-might-go-but-100-more-might-be-enough/ A render of what the iPhone Ultra could look like - Image Credit: AppleInsider
Apple is widely expected to be launching its first foldable smartphone in September, under what is believed to be called the iPhone Ultra. However, while it will ship with a more premium price than a typical Pro-grade iPhone, it seems that it may actually]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/some-people-outside-of-apple-have-already-used-the-folding-iphone/Sun, 23 Aug 2026 16:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/some-people-outside-of-apple-have-already-used-the-folding-iphone/ Details have been leaked of future AirPods Pro with cameras
When Apple issued the release candidate of macOS Tahoe 26.7 on August 17, 2026, it should have been practically routine. The release candidate is the last stage of a series of test versions, and unless something unexpected happens]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-apple-leaked-product-plans-and-even-a-video-in-a-beta/Sun, 23 Aug 2026 16:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-apple-leaked-product-plans-and-even-a-video-in-a-beta/ Prices haven't moved for the iPhone 17 lineup, but almost certainly will for iPhone 18
Prices went up across many product lines, including ones like Apple TV, Apple Vision Pro, and Mac to compensate for the AI-induced RAMshortage. Only the iPhone remained untouched by price hikes, but new premium devices]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-anyones-guess-how-high-iphone-prices-might-go-but-100-might-be-enough/Sun, 23 Aug 2026 16:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-anyones-guess-how-high-iphone-prices-might-go-but-100-might-be-enough/ The Apple Store in Hingham, Mass.The latest in an occasional AppleInsider feature, looking at the world of Apple-related crime.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/crime-blotter-bail-revoked-in-hingham-apple-store-crash-case/Sun, 23 Aug 2026 13:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/crime-blotter-bail-revoked-in-hingham-apple-store-crash-case/ Siri AI gets to live in this orb on Wes' desk
Citing people familiar with the matter, the same as we did, Mark Gurman from Bloomberg has exposed more layoffs inside Apple. This time, beyond the Apple Vision team, Apple is also laying off staff on its Siri team.All told, including Apple Vision Immersive Video, Apple Vision gaming, and Siri, there are about 200 layoffs]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-latest-layoffs-extend-past-just-vision-pro-development-teams/Fri, 21 Aug 2026 21:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-latest-layoffs-extend-past-just-vision-pro-development-teams/ Apple's base model M6 MacBook Pro will introduce performance improvements, but not much else.
While Apple plans to overhaul its MacBook Pro line with OLED panels and touchscreen support, we'll still see one more model boasting the current design. Known internally as the J804, the base model 14-inch MacBook Pro wil]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m6-macbook-pro-rumors-improved-performance-in-a-familiar-form-factor/Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m6-macbook-pro-rumors-improved-performance-in-a-familiar-form-factor/ Demand continued to be steady for the iPhone 17 Pro Max
The latest figures from Europe recently showed that as the smartphone market continues to contract, the iPhone continues to grow. Now figures for Latin America are saying a similar, but not identical thing.According to Counterpoint Research, smartphone sales in Latin America for]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-sales-rise-in-latin-america-even-as-smartphone-market-shrinks/Fri, 21 Aug 2026 17:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-sales-rise-in-latin-america-even-as-smartphone-market-shrinks/ Apple's facility in Cork, Ireland | Image credit: Apple
Apple has been fighting a decade-long battle over how much it owed Ireland in corporate taxes. The company was accused by the European Union of exploiting a loophole to avoid reduce its tax liability, despite employing more than 5,000 people in the country]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-paid-ireland-a-staggering-17-billion-in-taxes-in-2025/Fri, 21 Aug 2026 17:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-paid-ireland-a-staggering-17-billion-in-taxes-in-2025/ Walmart would much rather you use Walmart Pay
Walmart quietly announced the news in a press release on Friday, going out of its way to not name services that the new tap to pay system will allow. We have confirmed that Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Samsung Wallet will all work with the new system.In it, the company says that the initiative will be]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/finally-apple-pay-is-coming-to-walmart-stores-in-the-us/Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/finally-apple-pay-is-coming-to-walmart-stores-in-the-us/ Grab the LG UltraGear OLED display at the lowest price ever - Image credit: LG
The 27-inch LG 27GX790A-B has a variety of ports, including HDMI 2.1 for Mac users and DisplayPort 2.1. Retailing for $999.99, Amazon is slashing the price of the OLED display by 53%, bringing the cost down to $467.97 heading into the weekend.Buy LG 27" UltraGear for $467.97
Continue Reading]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-lg-27-ultragear-oled-monitor-to-468-lowest-price-ever/Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-lg-27-ultragear-oled-monitor-to-468-lowest-price-ever/ While Epic Games (center) continues to dance with Apple, AirPods are getting cameras, and the App Store is not getting fixed. Backgound image credit - Epic Games.
Among the various product identifiers discovered in macOS Tahoe 26.7 release candidate code, the AirPods with cameras were present.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-with-cameras-leak-apple-maps-ads-amp-siri-ai-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 21 Aug 2026 14:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-with-cameras-leak-apple-maps-ads-amp-siri-ai-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/ The latest version of ChatGPT for Mac can control Messages.
Since January 2026, users have been able to hand over all of their Apple Health data to OpenAI, in return for medical advice that can be dangerously wrong. Despite earning at least one more lawsuit because of that, OpenAI is pressing ahead, and has now chosen to take on Messages on the Mac.A new Messages]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/chatgpt-can-now-control-messages-on-the-mac-for-some-reason/Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/chatgpt-can-now-control-messages-on-the-mac-for-some-reason/ Most retired devices still have a working display, usable cameras and enough battery life for undemanding tasks. A clever project can keep that hardware out of a drawer, but novelty alone doesn't make the project worthwhile.Repurposing an old device can]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/when-to-reuse-sell-or-recycle-an-old-iphone-or-ipad/Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/when-to-reuse-sell-or-recycle-an-old-iphone-or-ipad/ Apple is working on AirPods Pro with cameras.
On August 17, 2026, Apple issued a release candidate version of macOS Tahoe 26.7 which accidentally retained code references to future products, and even a video about AirPods Pro with cameras. Now a great deal more has been revealed about how the device is at least currently planned to work.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpod-cameras-will-detect-people-and-warn-about-image-capture-with-a-status-light/Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpod-cameras-will-detect-people-and-warn-about-image-capture-with-a-status-light/ Hisense TopLift dehumidifier review
We got the first look at the Hisense Matter dehumidifier at CES 2026, and a few months later, it's shipping to users.With a fair price tag and Apple Home support, it's poised to be a great solution for those swampy summer months. I've been testing it out for the last several weeks, and it's done wonder]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hisense-toplift-dehumidifier-review-matter-enabled-for-hot-summer-months/Fri, 21 Aug 2026 02:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hisense-toplift-dehumidifier-review-matter-enabled-for-hot-summer-months/ Apple Music's AI disclosure tags will soon become mandatory.
Back in March 2026, Apple introduced Transparency Tags for Apple Music. These are entirely optional disclosure labels, which were used to indicate that specific content was "materially generated" with the help of artificial intelligence.At the time, Apple said it believed di]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-musics-ai-disclosure-labels-will-soon-be-mandatory-rather-than-optional/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-musics-ai-disclosure-labels-will-soon-be-mandatory-rather-than-optional/ Amazon drone delivery, in action to an AppleInsider staffer's front yard
Earlier this week, Amazon greatly expanded the service area of its drone delivery service. A little napkin math suggests that the airborne delivery service now covers about 3500 square miles more than it did a few days ago.And, as part of this expa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tested-amazons-drone-delivery-service-is-fast-free-and-loud/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tested-amazons-drone-delivery-service-is-fast-free-and-loud/ Apple Vision Pro development will slow as Apple focuses on smart glasses
Apple Vision Pro was a necessary product launched to let Apple develop visionOS in public. The category is expected to eventually result in a set of full AR glasses we've dubbed Apple Glass.According to a reliable so]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/layoffs-in-apples-vision-products-group-prove-slow-progress-in-spatial-computing/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/layoffs-in-apples-vision-products-group-prove-slow-progress-in-spatial-computing/ GM's CarPlay removal puts Chevy EV sales to the test
In 2023, General Motors announced it wouldn't include CarPlay in its electric vehicles going forward. There was notable public backlash.Then, in 2025, GM CEO Mary Barra announced that the company would remove Apple CarPlay and Android Auto from all vehicles. Instead, the company would]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/carplay-the-driving-force-deciding-the-choice-between-two-nearly-identical-cars/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/carplay-the-driving-force-deciding-the-choice-between-two-nearly-identical-cars/ Apple's iPad is on sale from $399 at Amazon today.
Sale prices are in effect on iPads at Amazon, with month-end deals delivering prices as low as $399.Buy iPad 11 for $399
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-ipads-down-to-as-low-as-399-for-the-weekend/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-ipads-down-to-as-low-as-399-for-the-weekend/ It was the ECG in his Apple Watch that alerted Connor to his condition - image credit: Apple.
Tim Cook has often said that ultimately Apple will be remembered most for what it did for people's health. After countless stories of the Apple Watch saving people's lives, Apple has begun sharing sho]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/triathlon-runner-credits-apple-watch-for-saving-his-life/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/triathlon-runner-credits-apple-watch-for-saving-his-life/ Save $350 on Apple's M5 MacBook Pro laptop - Image credit: Apple
A steeper discount has landed at B&H on Apple's M5 14-inch MacBook Pro with a 96W USB-C power adapter.Now marked down to $1,669, this deal reflects a $350 discount off MSRP for the laptop in Space Black, with free 2-day delivery thrown in when shipped within the contiguous U.S.
Continue Read]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bamph-slashes-m5-macbook-pro-further-now-just-1669/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bamph-slashes-m5-macbook-pro-further-now-just-1669/ Apple's current iPhones.
Globally, the most recent figures show that Apple has earned 49% of all smartphone revenue in the second quarter, despite the iPhone only accounting for 23% of shipments. New figures for solely the European region show an overall decline, but in that shrinking market, Apple is increasing its share.According to Counterpoint Research, Q2 2026]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/samsung-and-apple-are-now-neck-and-neck-in-europes-declining-smartphone-market/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/samsung-and-apple-are-now-neck-and-neck-in-europes-declining-smartphone-market/ Apple and OpenAI are at odds in a lawsuit alleging trade secret theft
The Apple lawsuit against OpenAI started with several odd public statements from the company denying the accusations. OpenAI filed for dismissal on August 5, simply arguing that it didn't need Apple's trade secrets and that Apple is the one that can't compete.In the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/openais-distortion-amp-speculation-warrant-denying-suit-dismissal-says-apple/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/openais-distortion-amp-speculation-warrant-denying-suit-dismissal-says-apple/ AirPods with cameras won't be able to take photos
After Apple accidentally leaked its own video of AirPods with cameras, speculation has been running wild. A reinforcement of an older rumor suggests that the timeline for release hasn't shifted.According to a report from Bloomberg, Apple is]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-with-cameras-not-coming-until-2027-wont-take-photos/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-with-cameras-not-coming-until-2027-wont-take-photos/ Apple and OpenAI are at odds in a lawsuit alleging trade secret theft
The Apple lawsuit against OpenAI started with several odd public statements from the company denying the accusations. OpenAI filed for dismissal on August 5, simply arguing that it didn't need Apple's trade secrets and that Apple is the one that can't compete.In the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/distortion-amp-speculation-warrant-denying-openai-lawsuit-dismissal-request-says-apple/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/distortion-amp-speculation-warrant-denying-openai-lawsuit-dismissal-request-says-apple/ The European Commission is finally happy with Apple's App Store business model
The Digital Markets Act forced Apple to rethink its business model in the European Union, which was initially rejected due to the Core Technology Fee and confusing rates. After going back to the negotiating table, Apple seemingly has found a solution th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/european-commission-approves-of-apples-new-app-store-terms-even-if-epic-doesnt/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 04:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/european-commission-approves-of-apples-new-app-store-terms-even-if-epic-doesnt/ Apple and OpenAI are at odds in a lawsuit alleging trade secret theft
The Apple lawsuit against OpenAI started with several odd public statements from the company denying the accusations. OpenAI filed for dismissal on August 5, simply arguing that it didn't need Apple's trade secrets and that Apple is the one that can't compete.In the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/distortion-amp-speculation-warrant-denying-openai-request-for-lawsuit-dismissal-says-apple/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 03:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/distortion-amp-speculation-warrant-denying-openai-request-for-lawsuit-dismissal-says-apple/ Schlage Sense Pro review: Exterior view of the UWB-powered deadbolt
Ultra Wideband can automatically unlock your door as you approach, with greater reliability and performance than Bluetooth smart locks. So far, only one or two UWB smart locks have reached the market.The Schlage Sense Pro, first shown off at CES 2026, is th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/schlage-sense-pro-review-uwb-home-key-proves-itself-again-on-this-sleek-smart-lock/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 02:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/schlage-sense-pro-review-uwb-home-key-proves-itself-again-on-this-sleek-smart-lock/ AirPods with cameras won't be able to take photos
After Apple accidentally leaked its own video of AirPods with cameras, speculation has been running wild. A new rumor suggests that the timeline for release hasn't shifted.According to a report from Bloomberg, Apple is expected to debut a set of AirPods Pro 4 with c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-with-cameras-not-coming-till-2027-wont-take-photos/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 01:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-with-cameras-not-coming-till-2027-wont-take-photos/ An Apple Store is opening in Meridian. Image source: Meridian City Website
Apple has retail locations around the world, but it has always been highly selective about when and where it will open up shop. Their rarity plays a part in the high traffic the stores tend to receive.According to a report from Boisedev outlining new stores opening at t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-apple-store-to-open-in-meridian-idaho-just-outside-of-boise/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 22:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-apple-store-to-open-in-meridian-idaho-just-outside-of-boise/ Apple Watch Series 5, in ceramic
Apple is anticipated to bring out the Apple Watch Series 12 this fall, but it's not expected to be a major upgrade or redesign. That said, there are rumors of a revival of a specific material.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ceramic-apple-watch-series-12-is-getting-more-rumor-mill-traction/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 22:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ceramic-apple-watch-series-12-is-getting-more-rumor-mill-traction/ A leaked image of the Beats 360 - Image Credit: Reddit
When it comes to product launches from the Apple-owned Beats by Dre, it's usually one that has already been leaked multiple times. A lot of the leaks are carefully managed promotions, such as providing them to soccer players during the World Cup, but sometimes they are completely unplanned.The latest lea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/beats-360-retail-leak-spills-almost-everything-about-the-over-ear-headphones/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/beats-360-retail-leak-spills-almost-everything-about-the-over-ear-headphones/ Meta AI comes to Mac in a new desktop app
Another AI app is making its way to Mac. This time, it's Meta AI, the progeny of Facebook's parent company, Meta.Meta AI has existed for a while and was previously available as a standalone app for iOS and Android. It is also available as part of WhatsApp, Instagram, Messenger, and Facebook.
Continue Re]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/meta-brings-its-personal-assistant-app-to-mac-for-better-and-worse/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/meta-brings-its-personal-assistant-app-to-mac-for-better-and-worse/ An Apple TV and Siri Remote
Previous updates to the Apple TV haven't been that major over the years, as there's only so much you can improve with a streaming box. However, that doesn't seem to be the case for the next iteration of Apple TV 4K.Thanks to a pair of leaks that stem from Apple itsel]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-to-expect-from-the-2026-apple-tv-4k-siri-ai-siri-remote-better-networking-more/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-to-expect-from-the-2026-apple-tv-4k-siri-ai-siri-remote-better-networking-more/ Apple Maps is gaining new ways for businesses to care about the platform
Advertising isn't inherently evil, but Apple's work to make users wary of surveillance capitalism has become a double-edged sword.We're all more aware of the dangers of data collection and its misuse. That also means we've bee]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-maps-ads-will-be-tasteful-and-minimal-might-even-help-your-local-businesses/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-maps-ads-will-be-tasteful-and-minimal-might-even-help-your-local-businesses/ A Fortnite parody of Apple's famous 1984 commercial - Image Credit: Epic Games.
On Tuesday, Apple attempted to appease the European Union by changing the terms and fees for developers distributing iOS and iPadOS apps in the region. The effort involved simplifying the fee structure to use only percentages, as well as some simpler business]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/predictable-as-the-tides-epic-games-hates-the-new-eu-app-store-fees/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/predictable-as-the-tides-epic-games-hates-the-new-eu-app-store-fees/ Where it all began: issue 1 of "MacWeek" is now on the Internet Archive.
In the 1990s, US publisher Ziff Davis started up computer magazines in the UK and I was a features editor on one of them. Being part of that corporation meant we did regularly get company-wide emails saying we should]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-best-look-into-apples-past-comes-from-this-macweek-archive/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-best-look-into-apples-past-comes-from-this-macweek-archive/ An Amazon MK30 delivery drone - Image Credit: Amazon
Amazon Prime Air is the retailer's attempt to make drone deliveries a reality. It's a program that's over a decade old, and has so far been servicing a few metropolitan areas in the United States.On Wednesday, Amazon said it plans to expand the reach of Pri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/incoming-amazon-expands-drone-delivery-so-you-can-get-new-airpods-faster/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/incoming-amazon-expands-drone-delivery-so-you-can-get-new-airpods-faster/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-m5-macbook-pro-with-96w-adapter-plunges-to-1699-320-off/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-m5-macbook-pro-with-96w-adapter-plunges-to-1699-320-off/ A Fortnite parody of Apple's famous 1984 commercial - Image Credit: Epic Games.
On Tuesday, Apple attempted to appease the European Union by changing the terms and fees for developers distributing iOS and iPadOS apps in the region. The effort involved simplifying the fee structure to use only percentages, as well as some simpler business requir]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/epic-games-disagrees-with-apples-junk-eu-fee-changes/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/epic-games-disagrees-with-apples-junk-eu-fee-changes/ Details of Apple's HomeHub have been revealed
Apple has been rumored for years to be making what has variously been known as a HomeHub, a HomePad, or just a HomePod with a screen. Now in the midst of many future products seemingly revealed in a macOS release, there is evidence of how the device will function.The code specifically says that the device will]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-home-automation-hardware-might-work-more-like-apple-watch-than-a-homepod/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-home-automation-hardware-might-work-more-like-apple-watch-than-a-homepod/ Detail from the Otterbox case being sold in Best Buy for the iPhone 18 Pro - image credit: Mark Gurman.
It's not long now until the launch of the iPhone 18 Pro, with the smart money saying it will be on September 9, 2026. Even if that's wrong, though, one thing is unquestionably right: you must not buy a case early.As spotted by Mark Gurman, Otterbox has made ca]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/psa-do-not-buy-iphone-18-pro-cases-before-apples-launch/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/psa-do-not-buy-iphone-18-pro-cases-before-apples-launch/ Apple's updated Camera app with iOS 27
There are hundreds of changes throughout iOS 27, and the Camera app has its fair share. It's both easier to use and more powerful than before, so let's walk through it.Jumping into the app, it still looks very familiar. The general layout, color scheme, and functionality have all remained.
Continue Reading o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/whats-new-with-the-camera-app-in-ios-27-siri-mode-enhanced-controls-amp-more/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/whats-new-with-the-camera-app-in-ios-27-siri-mode-enhanced-controls-amp-more/ Lexar Armor 700 8TB review: The Lexar drive is good, but Apple won't support USB 3.2 Gen 2x2
As both a photographer and videographer, I'm always churning through storage. I have near a hundred terabytes sitting on my desk in one fashion or another.Recently, I've been working more mobile than I had been, requiring somewhat of a reevaluat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/lexar-armor-700-8tb-review-impressive-capacity-good-speeds-with-a-catch/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 01:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/lexar-armor-700-8tb-review-impressive-capacity-good-speeds-with-a-catch/ iCloud and other Apple services were hit by an outage on Tuesday.
Virtually everything on an iPhone or iPad can be uploaded to iCloud and synced across compatible devices. However, the services that power this functionality can sometimes become unresponsive, which is what happened on August 18.According to Apple's System Status page, several]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-services-outage-hit-icloud-game-center-find-my-and-more/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-services-outage-hit-icloud-game-center-find-my-and-more/ iCloud and other Apple services were hit by an outage on Tuesday.
Virtually everything on an iPhone or iPad can be uploaded to iCloud and synced across compatible devices. However, the services that power this functionality can sometimes become unresponsive, which is what happened on August 18.According to Apple's System Status page, several Ap]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-services-outage-hits-icloud-game-center-find-my-and-more/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 23:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-services-outage-hits-icloud-game-center-find-my-and-more/ Apple's attempts to comply with EU rules has led to new app transaction fees - Image Credit: Apple
Apple is waging two wars over the App Store, on both sides of the Atlantic. In Europe, it's dealing with the European Commission and the European Union demanding changes to how the App Store earns income, especially]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-eu-app-store-changes-are-big-and-a-preview-of-whats-coming-in-the-us/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 21:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-eu-app-store-changes-are-big-and-a-preview-of-whats-coming-in-the-us/ Apple to donate to Indonesian earthquake relief
On August 16, a magnitude-7.7 earthquake struck eastern Indonesia. At the time of publication, the death toll is near 70.Over 200 have been injured, and thousands more have been driven from their homes. According to Reuters, nearly 1,000 aftershocks were detected in the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-pledges-relief-after-deadly-indonesia-earthquake/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-pledges-relief-after-deadly-indonesia-earthquake/ AirPods Pro 2
Meta's AI specs are creepy. They have nearly invisible cameras, whose main protection for the non-wearer is a light that is easily defeated by a piece of electrical tape.This is just the way that they want it. The "protections" that Meta has implemented are pointless by design.
Continue R]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/there-is-a-good-reason-to-praise-airpods-with-cameras-and-not-fear-them/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/there-is-a-good-reason-to-praise-airpods-with-cameras-and-not-fear-them/ An EU flag with the App Store logo
The terms are greatly simplified. Core technology fees are mostly exterminated, replaced by percentages. For App Store apps using Apple In-App Purchase, the new commission will be 26 percent. For the vast majority of developers, including auto-renewing subscriptions after their first year, that]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-eu-app-store-terms-lower-both-costs-and-bar-to-entry-for-external-payments/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-eu-app-store-terms-lower-both-costs-and-bar-to-entry-for-external-payments/ An example of an Apple product identifier
The release candidate for macOS Tahoe 26.7 was a trove of information for unreleased products. References to product identifiers littered the build, including for some known-about items.For example, there was sightings of J490 and J491, believed to be versions of the Home Hub. B525 is expected to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-product-identifier-leak-is-a-hard-mystery-to-solve/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-product-identifier-leak-is-a-hard-mystery-to-solve/ Apple Card adds 5% Daily Cash on travel, gas, and more
Summer often means travel, and travel often means travel-related expenses. That's why Apple Card has come up with a panoply of new promotions to help you save the second you hit the road.Apple Card cardholders can score 5% cash back with eligible car rentals through Hertz when they reserve while usin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-card-users-can-stack-summer-savings-with-5-daily-cash-travel-promotions/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-card-users-can-stack-summer-savings-with-5-daily-cash-travel-promotions/ Detail from the patent showing an iPad with Camera Control - image credit: Apple
Introduced in 2024 with the iPhone 16 range, the Camera Control button has been sufficiently divisive that Apple is even rumored to be dropping it entirely. That's unlikely, if not impossible, and now a newly-granted patent suggests that Apple at least used to hav]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-may-be-considering-adding-a-camera-control-button-to-a-future-ipad/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-may-be-considering-adding-a-camera-control-button-to-a-future-ipad/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/updated-appledeveloper-program-license-agreement-nowavailable/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/updated-appledeveloper-program-license-agreement-nowavailable/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/changes-for-apps-in-the-european-union/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/changes-for-apps-in-the-european-union/ Code found within the macOS Tahoe beta hints at upcoming Siri Remote
Monday's macOS Tahoe beta hinted at an upcoming Siri Remote, referenced as "ATVRemote1,5" in the code. This wouldn't be the first time that we've heard there's a new Siri Remote in the works, either; it's expected to launch alongside the new Apple TV.That doesn't mean that the remote is going t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/a-new-siri-remote-may-be-in-the-works-but-dont-get-excited/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/a-new-siri-remote-may-be-in-the-works-but-dont-get-excited/ Save $600 on a 4TB M5 Max MacBook Pro - Image credit: Apple
Today we're following a $600 price drop on Apple's high-end M5 Max 14-inch MacBook Pro with an 18-core CPU, 32-core GPU, 36GB of RAM, and a spacious 4TB SSD.Save $600 on M5 Max 14" MacBook Pro
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-up-to-600-on-m5-max-macbook-pro-with-todays-best-deals/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-up-to-600-on-m5-max-macbook-pro-with-todays-best-deals/ Steve's 8th grade science fair project | Image credit: RR Auction
The auction, dubbed "Steve Jobs & the Computer Revolution: The Apple 50th Anniversary Auction Part Two," contains more than 200 items. Nearly all of the items are related to Apple in some way, with almost 40 being directly related to the former CEO.As is standard with many aucti]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/you-can-now-make-a-bid-on-steve-jobs-8th-grade-science-fair-project/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/you-can-now-make-a-bid-on-steve-jobs-8th-grade-science-fair-project/ A report claims Apple has expressed weakness over App Store regulation
A Form 10-Q filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission came under scrutiny due to a disclosure from Apple. In it, Apple discusses the issue of alternative app storefronts to the main App Store, and of developers monetizing their apps with external linking."If th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-app-store-revenue-in-danger-of-being-regulated-away/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-app-store-revenue-in-danger-of-being-regulated-away/ Analysts believe Apple will do well in the Q3 results.Rothschild & Co Redburn doesn't seem to concentrate much on Apple, and its usual price targets tend to lag behind firms that do, such as Morgan Stanley. But while Morgan Stanley recently dropped its price target by $4 to $360, Rothschild has]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/rothschilds-aapl-price-target-soars-to-400-on-iphone-ultra-expectations/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/rothschilds-aapl-price-target-soars-to-400-on-iphone-ultra-expectations/ The Apple Watch can measure heart rate, as well as count steps and climbed flights of stairs.Former labor and delivery nurse Lindsay Clancy is under trial for the alleged murder of three children in Massachusetts in 2023, before attempting suicide. In the last day of the prosecution laying ou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/lindsay-clancy-murder-trial-prosecutors-leaning-on-iphone-amp-apple-watch-forensics/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/lindsay-clancy-murder-trial-prosecutors-leaning-on-iphone-amp-apple-watch-forensics/ The camera plateau on the current iPhone 17 Pro Max.
Variable aperture is a feature that could narrow the gap between iPhone and DSLR photography still further, and it's been rumored to be coming since at least 2024. More recent reports have said the camera component is now in production, but a new leak says it will be confined to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/only-iphone-18-pro-max-rumored-to-get-variable-aperture/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/only-iphone-18-pro-max-rumored-to-get-variable-aperture/ AirPods with cameras will closely resemble AirPods Pro
The new AirPods with cameras have been rumored since January 2025. Not much is known about the product, but a lot of debate has been had over whether or not Apple's earbuds would actually gain "cameras."In a video found within the macOS Tahoe 26.7 release candidate, AirPods]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/a-demo-video-of-airpods-with-cameras-has-leaked-via-a-macos-tahoe-rc/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 04:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/a-demo-video-of-airpods-with-cameras-has-leaked-via-a-macos-tahoe-rc/ References to future iPhone Air, HomePods, and more found in macOS code
Developer betas are one of the easiest ways for Apple to accidentally share future product information. It has occurred before, like during iOS 26 testing, and has happened again on Monday.According to information discovered by MacRumo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macos-tahoe-267-beta-references-several-unreleased-products-like-home-hub/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 02:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macos-tahoe-267-beta-references-several-unreleased-products-like-home-hub/ Dell UltraSharp 32 4K QD-OLED review: This monitor has great colors and deep blacks
A great monitor can anchor a whole desk setup. For Mac users who can afford it, the obvious choice has long been Apple's displays.Those displays are beautiful, but price and port]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dell-ultrasharp-32-4k-qd-oled-review-excellent-color-calibration-not-perfect-for-mac-users/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 01:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dell-ultrasharp-32-4k-qd-oled-review-excellent-color-calibration-not-perfect-for-mac-users/ The Apple Developer Beta program has now reached the sixth round for iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27 Golden Gate, tvOS 27, watchOS 27, and visionOS 27.The sixth appears after the fifth, which Apple brought out on August 10.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-sixth-developer-betas-arrive-for-ios-27-macos-27-and-more/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 01:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-sixth-developer-betas-arrive-for-ios-27-macos-27-and-more/ Epic settled with Google by paying for a promotional campaign
Apple shared its latest proposed commission rates in an attempt to satisfy an ongoing lawsuit with Epic Games, but they were instantly dismissed by the company. In that filing, Apple suggested that a settlement conference should take place.Epic filed its response on Monday, an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/epic-doesnt-believe-in-compromise-unless-it-is-with-google/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 23:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/epic-doesnt-believe-in-compromise-unless-it-is-with-google/ Amazon is destroying rare books to train AI | Image credit: jarmoluk at Pixabay
I don't know if you've noticed, but everything is becoming increasingly AI-generated. Whether it's news, music, or social media, AI has seemingly stuck all of its nasty little fingers into any pie it can find.Experts have long warned that eventually we'd get to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-joins-the-list-of-companies-destroying-rare-books-to-feed-to-the-ai-machine/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 22:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-joins-the-list-of-companies-destroying-rare-books-to-feed-to-the-ai-machine/ macOS 27 beta 6 adds two new dynamic wallpapers.
On Monday, a week after the fifth developer beta arrived, Apple made macOS 27 beta 6 available for download. Though the update is a relatively light release, it delivers key visual enhancements.With the latest developer beta, Apple added two dynamic wallpapers, both featuring the Golden Gate Bridge.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/latest-macos-golden-gate-beta-adds-unique-dynamic-wallpapers/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 21:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/latest-macos-golden-gate-beta-adds-unique-dynamic-wallpapers/ The A20 is on the way for the iPhone 18 generation, starting with the A20 Pro
Apple is widely expected to use TSMC's 2-nanometer process to produce its next generation of chips. This includes the inbound A20 and A20 Pro arriving in the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, as well as the iPhone Ultra.There is also always an exp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pros-a20-will-be-faster-power-efficient-cost-a-lot/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 20:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pros-a20-will-be-faster-power-efficient-cost-a-lot/ iOS 26 is the current generation for iOS.While Apple is constantly beta-testing its 27-generation operating systems, it's still shipping updates to its earlier releases. That includes the current-gen versions.On Monday, as part of its swathe of releases, Apple issued its update for iOS 26.6.1. The update, which it rolled out as a release candidate on Au]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-has-shipped-ios-2661-and-you-should-install-it-soon/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 20:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-has-shipped-ios-2661-and-you-should-install-it-soon/ The Apple Developer Beta program has now reached the sixth round for iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27 Golden Gate, tvOS 27, watchOS 27, and visionOS 27.The sixth appears after the fifth, which Apple brought out on August 10.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-sixth-27-gen-developer-betas-arrive-as-the-fall-release-draws-closer/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 19:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-sixth-27-gen-developer-betas-arrive-as-the-fall-release-draws-closer/ Save up to $150 on Apple's iPad Air M4 at Amazon.
Steeper markdowns are in effect across Apple's M4 iPad Air range this week, with Amazon knocking $100 to $150 off 11-inch and 13-inch models.Save up to $150 on M4 iPad Air
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-100-to-150-on-apples-m4-ipad-air-after-amazon-issues-steeper-markdowns/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 17:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-100-to-150-on-apples-m4-ipad-air-after-amazon-issues-steeper-markdowns/ Save $120 on AirPods Max 2, lowest price of the season - Image credit: Apple
You can pick up AirPods Max 2 at a $120 discount at Amazon in your choice of Starlight or Purple.Buy AirPods Max 2 for $429
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-max-2-just-dropped-to-429-save-120/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-max-2-just-dropped-to-429-save-120/ Smart Home Insider Podcast
Kicking off the news for the week, the latest beta of iOS 27 confirmed limits on Apple Intelligence summaries for Apple Home cameras. Depending on your iCloud storage tier, you can have anywhere from 5 to 30 cameras summarized by AI.Outside of Apple, Govee introduced a new version of its budget light strip. The Govee Strip Light]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/natural-language-robot-cues-apple-intelligence-limits-amp-mophie-4-in-1-review-on-smart-home-insider/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 15:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/natural-language-robot-cues-apple-intelligence-limits-amp-mophie-4-in-1-review-on-smart-home-insider/ Some of the random tech books in my studio as of late
I'm as tech-forward as they come, and you can rest assured I have an ample eBook library. Some of the tech-y books I like the most I have in digital format, like Walter Isaacson's Steve Jobs.It's a very good read, by the way, but opin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-best-apple-related-books-in-appleinsiders-video-studio/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 15:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-best-apple-related-books-in-appleinsiders-video-studio/ An AirTag attached to a bag
A lawsuit, filed on August 10 at the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan, accuses Apple of failing to adequately protect people from being stalked by AirTag owners.Filed by two women in Detroit, referred to as Jane MH Doe-1 and Jane WP Doe-2 for anonymity,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/michigan-women-sue-apple-over-airtag-anti-stalking-protection-failures/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/michigan-women-sue-apple-over-airtag-anti-stalking-protection-failures/ App Tracking Transparency
Germany's federal cartel office, the Bundeskartellamt, has been challenging Apple over its App Tracking Transparency (ATT) feature. This is the feature that requires users to confirm they allow data tracking by developers, and which is seen as favoring Apple's own apps.Apple has]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-german-regulators-are-cracking-down-on-app-tracking-transparency/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-german-regulators-are-cracking-down-on-app-tracking-transparency/ Tim Cook speaking on "Mad Money" - image credit: CNBC.
During his promotion of the new Advanced Manufacturing Center in Houston, Texas, Tim Cook has revealed that Apple does look at revitalizing communities that have lost their major factories."I've seen the comm]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/cook-teases-revitalization-of-us-manufacturing-ghost-towns/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/cook-teases-revitalization-of-us-manufacturing-ghost-towns/ Apple Watch Series 11 [left], Google Pixel Watch 5 [right]
Google's fresh batch of Pixel device launches included more than just smartphones. There was also a change to its wrist-based wearable.The Google Pixel Watch 5 continues the search giant's line of smartwatches, this time with an even greater emphasis on health features.
Contin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-series-11-vs-google-pixel-watch-5-flagship-smartwatches-compared/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-series-11-vs-google-pixel-watch-5-flagship-smartwatches-compared/ The Ferrari Luce offers good aerodynamics, but it looks nothing like a Ferrari. Image Credit: Ferrari.
The car company's first production electric vehicle, the Ferrari Luce, is an attempt to take on a challenging and growing market. While it has had a troubled existence since launch, the very first one off the production line has been sold for a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/jony-ive-designed-ferrari-luce-sells-for-40m-at-auction/Sun, 16 Aug 2026 22:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/jony-ive-designed-ferrari-luce-sells-for-40m-at-auction/ A Fortnite parody of Apple's famous 1984 commercial - Image Credit: Epic Games.
Sunday Reboot is a weekly column covering some of the lighter stories within the Apple reality distortion field from the past seven days. All to get the next week underway with a good first step.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-failed-delays-late-homework-and-fortnite/Sun, 16 Aug 2026 21:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-failed-delays-late-homework-and-fortnite/ Amazon has launched steeper price cuts on AirTag and AirPods - Image credit: Apple
Kicking off the Apple sale at Amazon is a steeper price drop on AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation (ANC). Get the higher-end version from the 4th generation line for just $134.99, a discount of 25% off MSRP.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/deals-airpods-4-with-anc-plunge-to-134-airtag-returns-to-2499/Sun, 16 Aug 2026 17:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/deals-airpods-4-with-anc-plunge-to-134-airtag-returns-to-2499/ Firefox for iOS gains ad-blocking feature
Online advertising can be burdensome for web users, and for many years, some elect to use plug-ins like Adblock to cut down on the ads they see. Now, Mozilla is giving users a way to do it oniOS.Introduced on Saturday via a support page, Firefox for iOS now includes an optional ad blocker. As Mo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mozilla-gradually-rolls-out-an-ad-blocker-built-into-firefox-for-ios/Sun, 16 Aug 2026 17:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mozilla-gradually-rolls-out-an-ad-blocker-built-into-firefox-for-ios/ CMXT is rapidly becoming a major player in memory - image credit: CXMT
Apple has been testing memory chips from the controversial CXMT as a way to ease the current global chip shortage. However, the politically sensitive move has now led to a warning from the Trump administration, delivered by Commerce Secretary Howard]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/us-commerce-secretary-warns-apple-against-buying-chinese-memory/Sat, 15 Aug 2026 14:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/us-commerce-secretary-warns-apple-against-buying-chinese-memory/ Apple Card
In every sense bar one, Apple Card is typical of the products Apple has been most famous for making. First it was rumored for years, then it launched to fanfare and criticism, plus it was even thought of first by Steve Jobs.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/seven-years-later-the-apple-card-is-a-huge-but-controversial-success/Sat, 15 Aug 2026 13:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/seven-years-later-the-apple-card-is-a-huge-but-controversial-success/ Image credit: La Repubblica
Apple has removed one of its billboards in Milan, Italy, after public outcry. The ad in question depicted a toddler holding a food-smeared iPhone paired with the text "Tutto ok, e iPhone," which translates to "It's okay, it's an iPhone."Apparently, the Italian children's rights watchdog Autorita Garante per l'Inf]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/missing-the-bigger-picture-apple-pulls-down-ad-in-milan-after-childrens-rights-group-complains/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 22:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/missing-the-bigger-picture-apple-pulls-down-ad-in-milan-after-childrens-rights-group-complains/ Image credit: Nintendo
If you've been around the block a time or two, you're probably familiar with emulation. It's the process in which a piece of software emulates an environment that another piece of software can run on.But there are problems with emulation. The first is that it relies on an emulator, which can come with its own host of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-classic-console-games-are-coming-to-the-mac-without-emulation/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-classic-console-games-are-coming-to-the-mac-without-emulation/ Ads will appear in search results on Apple Maps from April 14, 2026 — image credit: Apple
It's been a very long time coming, but Apple is now allowing ads on Apple Maps, and as of August 14, 2026, has begun targeting advertisers with incentives.According to Media Post, firms in the US and Canada can now enroll in what Apple is calling "Ad]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-begun-us-and-canadian-firms-can-now-buy-ads-on-apple-maps/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-begun-us-and-canadian-firms-can-now-buy-ads-on-apple-maps/ Save $300 on a best-selling M5 Pro MacBook Pro - Image credit: Apple
The $300 discount applies to Apple's latest M5 Pro MacBook Pro 16-inch that sports an 18-core CPU and 20-core GPU.Save $300 on 16" MacBook Pro 48GB RAM
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-m5-pro-macbook-pro-with-48gb-ram-gets-300-price-cut/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-m5-pro-macbook-pro-with-48gb-ram-gets-300-price-cut/ Apple's AirPods Pro 4 might introduce cameras.
While products like the iPhone and iPad receive yearly upgrades in the form of new models, Apple's approach to audio accessories is somewhat different. The AirPods Pro, for instance, debuted in 2019, but the product didn't receive any meaningful changes until 2022.2025 sa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-pro-rumor-roundup-infrared-cameras-gesture-recognition-more/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-pro-rumor-roundup-infrared-cameras-gesture-recognition-more/ New iPhones are just weeks away.
Apple's September event will focus on premium iPhone models, but not everything is known about these products just yet. Apple's pitch for iPhone 18 Pro will likely be around its advanced camera system while the foldable will have the obvious going for it.What is still]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-ultra-openais-alexa-dot-amp-ai-costs-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-ultra-openais-alexa-dot-amp-ai-costs-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/ Apple Intelligence is coming to China
The Chinese version of Apple Intelligence will utilize Qwen, but according to Reuters, the main LLM will be one trained by Apple. The training was done in partnership with Alibaba, but this is still a departure from Apple predominantly adopting another firm's models.In the US and most territories, Ap]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-has-trained-its-own-ai-for-china-rather-than-using-gemini/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-has-trained-its-own-ai-for-china-rather-than-using-gemini/ Siri AI can synchronize conversation history across supported personal devices. Spatial Preview lets Mac apps send live documents and 3D content to Apple Vision Pro.Both features preserve more of what the user was doing as]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-use-continuity-to-make-your-apple-devices-work-better-together/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-use-continuity-to-make-your-apple-devices-work-better-together/ Apple CEO Tim Cook will step down on September 1
John Ternus will be Apple's CEO starting on September 1 and Tim Cook will become the Executive Chairman. Cook's legacy will be defined and litigated for decades to come, but he won't be entering the conversation himself.According to an interview on CNBC, Cook doesn't want to try to define]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-ceo-tim-cook-i-hope-that-people-say-i-was-a-good-and-decent-man/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-ceo-tim-cook-i-hope-that-people-say-i-was-a-good-and-decent-man/ Apple threat notifications go out to users in 110 countries
A new support document details what a threat notification is and what steps a user might take upon receiving one. Apple says it has sent out warnings to users across 150 countries to date.According to a report from TechCrunch, Apple sent out threat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-wave-of-apple-threat-notifications-reach-110-countries-to-warn-about-targeted-attacks/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 03:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-wave-of-apple-threat-notifications-reach-110-countries-to-warn-about-targeted-attacks/ Epic's demands for a free ride on Apple's App Store continue six years on
The ongoing lawsuit between Apple and Epic has left Apple unable to charge commissions on external purchases since its injunction violation in April 2025. Thursday's proposal could let Apple begin charging something again soon, that is if the District Court f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-latest-commission-rates-for-external-app-store-purchases-havent-satisfied-epic/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-latest-commission-rates-for-external-app-store-purchases-havent-satisfied-epic/ Apple loses yet another appeal with the Supreme Court
The Supreme Court and US District Court are dealing with the Apple vs Epic case simultaneously. The Supreme Court is set to weigh an appeal from Apple in October, while the District Court seeks to move forward with its injunctions.On Tuesday, Apple failed to get]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/supreme-court-denies-yet-another-stay-in-apple-vs-epic-proceedings-as-deadlines-loom/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/supreme-court-denies-yet-another-stay-in-apple-vs-epic-proceedings-as-deadlines-loom/ Apple now classifies the iPhone X as an obsolete product.
Apple's iPhone X, which launched in 2017, was the first iPhone to feature Face ID rather than a Touch ID Home button. It also brought an OLED screen to the iPhone, but that was almost a decade ago.Apple classifies a device as "vintage" when it stopped distributing]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-x-amp-2018-macbook-pro-are-now-on-apples-obsolete-products-list/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 23:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-x-amp-2018-macbook-pro-are-now-on-apples-obsolete-products-list/ 'Ted Lasso' sets Apple TV viewing record again - image credit: Apple TV
On August 4, "Ted Lasso" made its much-anticipated return to Apple TV for its fourth season. Previously, the series was widely regarded as one of Apple's first breakout hits and smashed previous viewership records.And it looks like Ted's brought home yet another victory.
Continue]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ted-lasso-season-4-scores-apple-tvs-biggest-launch-yet/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ted-lasso-season-4-scores-apple-tvs-biggest-launch-yet/ Apple opens Huston Advanced Manufacturing Center - Image Credit: Apple
On Thursday, Apple opened its 20,000-square-foot Advanced Manufacturing Center (AMC) in Houston, Texas. The center is offering free training for small and medium-sized businesses.The AMC is housed in the same facility that produces Apple's AI servers. The site is also set]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-opens-houston-center-to-train-next-generation-of-us-manufacturers/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-opens-houston-center-to-train-next-generation-of-us-manufacturers/ Save up to $190 on Beats headphones at Amazon.
If you're in the market for a new pair of headphones or want to breathe new life into your iPhone with a fresh case, there are deals in effect from just $19.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/deals-amazon-slashes-up-to-190-off-beats-nomad-iphone-cases-as-low-as-19/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/deals-amazon-slashes-up-to-190-off-beats-nomad-iphone-cases-as-low-as-19/ It won't necessarily help others know you're recording, but Apple's smart glasses patent application has proposals for securing the device.
Meta Ray-Bans are either going to give all smart glasses a bad name, or introduce a massive societal change where we shrug at privacy. Apple clearly does not want t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-glasses-could-chime-when-recording-but-only-for-the-wearer/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-glasses-could-chime-when-recording-but-only-for-the-wearer/ Apple TV could be getting a golf championship
Sports rights have become a battleground as streamers seek to take over from legacy media. Apple has had small successes in getting rights for MLS, MLB, and F1, but its ambitions go much further.According to a report from The Guardian, Apple TV is in early discussions with the R&A about streaming r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/golfs-open-championship-could-come-to-apple-tv-in-latest-sports-bid/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/golfs-open-championship-could-come-to-apple-tv-in-latest-sports-bid/ The App Store could soon feature Ai-generated summaries of application reviews.
No question, Apple has the resources to protect us from bad apps, and, no question, it keeps telling regulators that it has. As regulators around the world press for third-party firms to run iPhone App Stores, Apple consistently protests that only it can do a go]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/app-store-review-is-broken-in-a-time-where-it-is-needed-the-most/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/app-store-review-is-broken-in-a-time-where-it-is-needed-the-most/ Apple's loaded M5 MacBook Air is down to $1,649 during price war - Image credit: Apple
Both Amazon and B&H are knocking $150 off Apple's latest 13-inch MacBook Air with the 10-core M5 chip. The laptop, which is discounted to $1,649 in Sky Blue, boasts an upgrade to 24GB of unified memory and 1TB of storage, making it a versatile configuration that]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-1tb-m5-macbook-air-with-24gb-ram-drops-to-1649-in-latest-price-war/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-1tb-m5-macbook-air-with-24gb-ram-drops-to-1649-in-latest-price-war/ iPhone Ultra may face delayed international rollout - Image Credit: AppleInsider
Apple could be on the verge of finally unveiling its long-rumored foldable iPhone at its September event. The device, which Apple is allegedly calling the iPhone Ultra internally, has been rumored for years.While the company is expected to reveal the product during the event, there's a good cha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-first-foldable-iphone-wont-arrive-everywhere-in-september/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 16:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-first-foldable-iphone-wont-arrive-everywhere-in-september/ Jamf's August 5 report describes a three-stage AmnesiaStealer infection observed in the wild. The attack begins on a counterfeit GitHub page that tells visitors to paste a command into Terminal.AmnesiaStealer then displays a fraudulent installer prompt and uses the captu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/fake-github-download-turns-safari-amp-chrome-into-a-keychain-data-stealer/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/fake-github-download-turns-safari-amp-chrome-into-a-keychain-data-stealer/ Apple's Eddy Cue says he hopes there will be more Ted Lasso - images credit: Apple.
Apple TV's first true hit, the comedy "Ted Lasso," was intended to finish forever after its third season. But it's been revived for a fourth, which is getting mixed but generally good reviews and Apple is hinting that the show will continue."Ted Las]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/eddy-cue-hints-at-more-ted-lasso-seasons-to-come/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/eddy-cue-hints-at-more-ted-lasso-seasons-to-come/ Apple TV has added classic movies to its library for free, although probably for a limited time - image credit: Apple.
Apple made various series completely free to watch during COVID, and it has occasionally added one-off films like "Silver Linings Playbook." Those were all for a limited time, as was 2024's mammoth addition of 51 movies, and now Apple TV]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/watch-classic-movies-for-free-with-an-apple-tv-subscription/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/watch-classic-movies-for-free-with-an-apple-tv-subscription/ Apple Festival Place in Basingstoke UK is to close - image credit: Apple.
Apple has been steadily working through a global five-year Apple Store plan that sees it opening new sites, moving existing ones or expanding others, and also closing some too. In a statement to AppleInsider, the company has now announced the expansion of Apple the Oracle]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/uk-loses-basingstoke-apple-store-after-15-years/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/uk-loses-basingstoke-apple-store-after-15-years/ Siri AI could get news content direct from publishers via a partnership
The iOS 27 beta is underway, and with it, users can test the new Siri AI. One of the first things users might notice with Siri AI is its tendency to share blocks of text pulled from sources rather than summarizing it.According to a report fr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-could-get-a-boost-from-news-content-with-new-publisher-deal/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 03:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-could-get-a-boost-from-news-content-with-new-publisher-deal/ Image credit: Pegatron
It seems increasingly likely that Apple will not release the core iPhone 18 at its expected September 2026 iPhone launch. Instead, the company may launch it in early 2027.This isn't the first time we've heard this story. The rumor first surfaced nearly a year ago in August 2025.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on ou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/pegatron-iphone-18-wont-launch-with-iphone-18-pro/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 02:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/pegatron-iphone-18-wont-launch-with-iphone-18-pro/ Google's Pixel 11 is finally here. Image Credit: Google.
While we're all eagerly awaiting the iPhone 18 and iPhone 18 Pro, Google has already revealed everything the Pixel 11 range has to offer. Unveiled at the annual "Made by Google" event on Wednesday, Google's Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, and Pixel 11 Pro Fold introduce new Gemini capabilities, co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/everything-google-announced-pixel-11-pixel-tag-pixel-watch-11-more/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/everything-google-announced-pixel-11-pixel-tag-pixel-watch-11-more/ A Fortnite parody of Apple's famous 1984 commercial - Image Credit: Epic Games.
The ever-ongoing legal battle between Apple and Epic Games over what Apple should charge apps within the App Store has hit a snag for the iPhone maker. In the current phase, the two are fighting in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Californ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/final-countdown-for-apple-to-produce-app-store-commission-plan-begins/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/final-countdown-for-apple-to-produce-app-store-commission-plan-begins/ iPhone 17 [left] vs Google Pixel 11 [right]
The vast majority of attention for Google and Apple's smartphone launches is around the premium models. However, not everyone is in the market for the high-end version, and would rather save a few bucks on something without every bell and whistle in existence.For Google's Pixel 11 r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-17-vs-google-pixel-11-the-standard-models-compared/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-17-vs-google-pixel-11-the-standard-models-compared/ iPhone 17 Pro [left], Google Pixel 11 Pro [right]
Google launched the Pixel 11 Pro as the compact half of its top-tier lineup, sitting below the larger Pixel 11 Pro XL. It lines up naturally against Apple's iPhone 17 Pro, the non-Max Pro model, and becomes the default option if you want a serious smartphone without the massive size.That is]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-17-pro-vs-google-pixel-11-pro-tech-titan-flagships-compared/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-17-pro-vs-google-pixel-11-pro-tech-titan-flagships-compared/ The Amazon-owned streaming service announced the AI training opt-out on August 12. Users can find it under Security and Privacy in Twitch account settings, where it's labeled "Training for Generative AI."Turning off the setting prevents Amazon from using a channel's streams, videos on demand, clips, highlights, chat, t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/twitch-will-train-amazons-ai-on-your-streams-unless-you-opt-out/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/twitch-will-train-amazons-ai-on-your-streams-unless-you-opt-out/ Nate Gatten - Image Credit: American Airlines
Apple is undergoing a number of changes in the short term, in preparation for the CEO transition from Tim Cook to John Ternus on September 1. One day before the switch, Apple will be installing a new vice president.According to a memo from SVP and General Counsel Jennifer Newstead seen by Bloomberg,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-picks-up-nate-gatten-as-new-head-of-government-affairs/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-picks-up-nate-gatten-as-new-head-of-government-affairs/ A purported screen protector for the iPhone Ultra - image credit: Ice Universe.
In June 2026, leaker Ice Universe showed off what was purported to be a prototype of the iPhone Ultra. Now the same leaker is back with an image of a screen protector accessory, which appears to back up claims of the device's shape.That's significant becau]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-ultra-screen-protectors-have-asymmetric-corners/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-ultra-screen-protectors-have-asymmetric-corners/ The rear cameras of a Pro-tier iPhone
The latest developer beta of iOS 27 has an unusual number of new features for this late in the process, but code references say there's more to come. Apple has a forthcoming feature called Apple Reference Image, and it's aimed at authenticating photos.Under the right circumstances, it would be possible to demonstrate that a specific image]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/generative-ai-photo-fakes-could-be-exposed-by-new-iphone-feature/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/generative-ai-photo-fakes-could-be-exposed-by-new-iphone-feature/ Image credit: Pegatron
It seems increasingly likely that Apple will not release the core iPhone 18 at its expected September 2026 iPhone launch. Instead, the company may launch it in early 2027.This isn't the first time we've heard this story. The rumor first surfaced nearly a year ago in August 2025.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on ou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/pegatron-says-the-base-iphone-18-wont-launch-alongside-the-iphone-18-pro-lineup/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/pegatron-says-the-base-iphone-18-wont-launch-alongside-the-iphone-18-pro-lineup/ A purported screen protector for the iPhone Ultra - image credit: Ice Universe.
In June 2026, leaker Ice Universe showed off what was purported to be a prototype of the iPhone Ultra. Now the same leaker is back with an image of a screen protector accessory, which appears to back up claims of the device's shape.That's significant becau]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/screen-protector-leak-shows-iphone-ultras-asymmetric-corners/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/screen-protector-leak-shows-iphone-ultras-asymmetric-corners/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/updates-to-age-ratings-for-the-republic-of-korea/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/updates-to-age-ratings-for-the-republic-of-korea/ Image credit: Apple TV
In "Last Seen," police detective Ian Ridley's daughter vanished 11 years ago without a trace. Then, a distress call from a teenage girl convinces Ridley she may be Maggie and renews his search for his daughter.The series is based on CWA John Creasey Dagger Award-winning author Ryan David Jahn's book, "The Dispatcher." The fi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tv-drops-trailer-and-launch-date-for-australian-thriller-last-seen/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tv-drops-trailer-and-launch-date-for-australian-thriller-last-seen/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/faked-photos-could-be-shown-up-by-new-iphone-feature/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/faked-photos-could-be-shown-up-by-new-iphone-feature/ The screen of the iPhone Air, from which the iPhone 20 may borrow design elements
Apple's anniversary smartphone, the often-rumored iPhone 20 Pro is believed to have both a glass-heavy design and much larger displays than usual. While the model is still far from becoming a reality, that hasn't s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-20-pro-will-be-bigger-with-familiar-aspect-ratios-be-bezel-free/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-20-pro-will-be-bigger-with-familiar-aspect-ratios-be-bezel-free/ Amazon has M4 Mac mini models available right now.
Apple's M4 Mac mini has been hard to source, with a nearly month-long delay on the M4 spec with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. But Amazon has units available to purchase now, with delivery estimates of Aug. 18-20 at press time.Buy M4 Mac mini 512GB for $999
Continue Reading on AppleI]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-999-m4-mac-mini-is-back-at-amazon-plus-save-on-m4-pro-model/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-999-m4-mac-mini-is-back-at-amazon-plus-save-on-m4-pro-model/ Dave the Diver is coming to Apple devices on September 17
Dave the Diver blends deep-sea exploration with restaurant management. By day, you dive for fish, farm, and explore. By night, you serve sushi and juggle the chaos of running a booming seaside business.The game has been retooled for a mobile-first experience. Beverage pouring is now opera]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dave-the-diver-splashes-onto-iphone-ipad-and-mac-in-september/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dave-the-diver-splashes-onto-iphone-ipad-and-mac-in-september/ Apple's iPad Air with M4, without OLED
The iPad Air is anticipated to gain an OLED panel as part of its spring 2027 refresh. While Samsung Display is widely expected to continue being the main OLED supplier for Apple, one company wants in on the action.According to TheElec on Tuesday, BOE is pushing to become a secondary disp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/boe-really-wants-to-make-oled-panels-for-the-ipad-air/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/boe-really-wants-to-make-oled-panels-for-the-ipad-air/ Apple's lates Back to School offer is now live - image credit: Apple
Even when it isn't raising prices, it is a rule with Apple that it will never actually have sales on its products, except for certain regular promotions in China. So for this latest deal, it is again falling back on offering Apple gift cards alongside selec]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-back-to-school-offers-have-been-extended-but-you-can-do-much-better/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 23:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-back-to-school-offers-have-been-extended-but-you-can-do-much-better/ iPhone Fold could be called iPhone Ultra
Apple keeps things like marketing names under a tight lock and key. It is rare, if ever, that the public learns about what something might be called before it is released.However, you have to call the device something, and it seems a colloquial name has caught on internally at Apple. A social]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/everyone-at-apple-is-calling-the-foldable-iphone-ultra/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/everyone-at-apple-is-calling-the-foldable-iphone-ultra/ Apple TV could be getting a golf championship
Sports rights have become a battleground as streamers seek to take over from legacy media. Apple has had small successes in getting rights for MLS, MLB, and F1, but its ambitions go much further.According to a report from The Guardian, Apple TV is in early discussions with the R&A about streaming r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/golfs-us-open-championship-could-come-to-apple-tv-in-latest-sports-bid/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/golfs-us-open-championship-could-come-to-apple-tv-in-latest-sports-bid/ A Fortnite parody of Apple's famous 1984 commercial - Image Credit: Epic Games.
The ever-ongoing legal battle between Apple and Epic Games over what Apple should charge apps within the App Store has hit a snag for the iPhone maker. In the current phase, the two are fighting in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Californ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-fails-to-delay-filing-new-app-store-fees-to-court-as-epic-battle-continues/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-fails-to-delay-filing-new-app-store-fees-to-court-as-epic-battle-continues/ Jennifer Bailey is retiring after 23 years in Apple's employ
Under Bailey's leadership, Apple launched Apple Wallet, Apple Pay, and Apple Card. She also supervises Tap to Pay on iPhone, Apple Gift Cards, and Apple Cash internationally.She joined the company in 2003 as Vice President of Worldwide Online Stores in 2003, and was promoted in 2014.
Continue Readin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-pay-amp-apple-card-vp-jennifer-bailey-is-retiring/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-pay-amp-apple-card-vp-jennifer-bailey-is-retiring/ Whether you remember to call them, or they passive-aggressively call you, iOS 27 will make sure you know it's their birthday.
There may not be a smaller addition to iOS 27, but the Phone app's birthday reminder is a really nice touch. In the current betas, if you call someone, the Phone app checks the contact card]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-celebrates-your-friends-birthdays-with-fireworks/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-celebrates-your-friends-birthdays-with-fireworks/ An iPhone 17 Pro OLED display
While the general effect of the ongoing memory price surge has resulted in more expensive components for suppliers, it also has other effects on the supply chain. In the case of Apple's iPhone production lines, there have been changes in the way they work.According to sources cited by ETNews, Apple increased the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-stocking-up-on-oled-screens-to-offset-ram-and-ssd-prices/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-stocking-up-on-oled-screens-to-offset-ram-and-ssd-prices/ Save up to $5,000 on LG OLED TVs, 6K UltraFine monitor - Image credit: LG
A variety of models are included in today's sales at Amazon and LG, with 2026 C6 and G6 OLED televisions up to $5,000 off and an UltraFine 6K display marked down to the lowest price of the year. You can grab deals at both LG and Amazon as both retailers compete]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-up-to-5000-on-lg-oled-tvs-32-ultrafine-6k-monitor-plunges-to-1099/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-up-to-5000-on-lg-oled-tvs-32-ultrafine-6k-monitor-plunges-to-1099/ HomeKit Secure Video
On August 10, Apple released the fifth developer beta for its fall operating system updates. However, it seems the beta has hinted that there will be some changes to the way Apple prices iCloud+ for upper-tier users.One of the current benefits for iCloud+ is HomeKit Secure Video. The base 50GB plan i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-hints-emerge-about-how-much-extra-apple-intelligence-features-will-cost/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-hints-emerge-about-how-much-extra-apple-intelligence-features-will-cost/ Save up to $100 on AirPods at Amazon today - Image credit: Apple
August discounts at Amazon are driving AirPods prices down to as low as $99, with AirPods Pro 3 a standout offer at $189.99 (a 30-day low price).Buy AirPods Pro 3 for $189.99
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-99-airpods-4-189-airpods-pro-3-449-airpods-max-2-deals-are-still-going-strong/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-99-airpods-4-189-airpods-pro-3-449-airpods-max-2-deals-are-still-going-strong/