https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/en-auCopyright (C) 2026 newslocker.comThu, 04 Jun 2026 04:59:00 +0200 The iPhone can protect your privacy, and limit what it sends to advertisers. Here's how - Image credit: Apple
It happens to all of us. You'll be talking about something, and then later you'll see an advertisement pop up on Facebook or Instagram. It couldn't be a coin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-manage-your-privacy-on-iphone-and-ipad/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 04:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-manage-your-privacy-on-iphone-and-ipad/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-what-we-know-so-far-about-apples-2026-foldable/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 02:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-what-we-know-so-far-about-apples-2026-foldable/ The "Privacy, That's iPhone" campaign has been ongoing for years. In 2024, Apple shared an ad with some unsettling mechanical birds with cameras for heads that would follow you around.The latest ad takes on the familiar tagline in a short film du]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/latest-apple-privacy-on-iphone-ad-takes-direct-shots-at-chrome/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 02:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/latest-apple-privacy-on-iphone-ad-takes-direct-shots-at-chrome/ The score of the Apple TV show "Prehistoric Planet" used custom-made instruments. Image Credit: Apple.
Apple's streaming service is home to a variety of original content, including the natural history series "Prehistoric Planet," which focuses on ancient wildlife. The show premiered back in 2022, while its latest season, dubbed "Prehistoric Planet: I]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tvs-prehistoric-planet-brought-extinct-animals-to-life-with-custom-instruments/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 01:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tvs-prehistoric-planet-brought-extinct-animals-to-life-with-custom-instruments/ App Store users in Texas will be required to verify their age under a new law.
In May 2025, the Texas App Store Accountability Act made it mandatory for companies like Apple and Google to verify the ages of their Texas-based users. As the law is set to be enforced starting Thursday, Apple has outlined an update to its App Store rules.On the Apple]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/age-verification-now-mandatory-for-app-store-users-in-texas/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/age-verification-now-mandatory-for-app-store-users-in-texas/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/i-scoured-the-internet-to-find-the-best-deals-on-samsung-galaxy-s26-iphone-17-and-more/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/i-scoured-the-internet-to-find-the-best-deals-on-samsung-galaxy-s26-iphone-17-and-more/ Images of a rumored black Apple Vision Pro - Image Credit: @LusiRoy8/X
In late May, images of what are believed to be components for a black-colored Apple Vision Pro came to light. A week later, that same source has released more images of the fabled headset.The images, posted to X on We]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/black-apple-vision-pro-rumors-stoked-by-even-more-photographs/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 22:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/black-apple-vision-pro-rumors-stoked-by-even-more-photographs/ Smart glasses like Apple Glass are in the future, but the whole vision-based category is allegedly troubled.The Apple Vision Pro was supposed to be the first salvo in a new platform for Apple to dominate. However, Apple has reportedly made some moves to curtail its ambitions for the head-wearable future.In an X post on Wednesday, an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/short-sighted-john-ternus-behind-apple-vision-project-refocuses/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 20:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/short-sighted-john-ternus-behind-apple-vision-project-refocuses/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/i-found-some-serious-savings-on-all-five-models-in-apples-iphone-17-lineup/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 20:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/i-found-some-serious-savings-on-all-five-models-in-apples-iphone-17-lineup/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/update-for-apps-distributed-in-texas/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/update-for-apps-distributed-in-texas/ Grab the lowest price ever on the new M5 15-inch MacBook Air - Image credit: Apple
You can grab the $1,099 price at Amazon and B&H Photo in the Midnight finish specifically, with B&H stating limited supply is available at the reduced price. The standard 15-inch MacBook Air model has a 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU, along with 16GB of unified]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-15-inch-macbook-air-m5-plunges-to-1099-in-price-war/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-15-inch-macbook-air-m5-plunges-to-1099-in-price-war/ The auditorium of Berlin's new Apple Developer Center - Image Credit: Apple
Apple Developer Centers are places where Apple can provide developers with resources and assistance to make their apps. After launching in a number of countries, Apple's finally bringing the concept to Europe.Announced on Wednesday, Europe's first Apple Developer Center will be openi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-european-apple-developer-center-set-to-open-in-berlin/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-european-apple-developer-center-set-to-open-in-berlin/ Three years after its debut, Apple Music Classical has been adding listening guides and a dedicated app for CarPlay. But now it is following the mainstream Apple Music's lead in producing brand-new recordings, this time to mark the 125th anniversary of the renowned Wigmore Hall concert venue."Wigmore Hall Live has always sought to capture something unique —]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/londons-wigmore-hall-marks-125-years-with-new-apple-music-classical-collaboration/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/londons-wigmore-hall-marks-125-years-with-new-apple-music-classical-collaboration/ Tim Cook in a previous visit to India — image credit: Apple
It should have been a reasonably simple case of the Competition Commission of India (CCI) fining Apple over antitrust practices, and Apple appealing against that 2024 ruling. But it has become a more complex and protra]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/indias-38-billion-antitrust-case-inches-forward-as-apple-finally-agrees-to-cooperate/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/indias-38-billion-antitrust-case-inches-forward-as-apple-finally-agrees-to-cooperate/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/i-need-apple-to-finally-launch-its-foldable-iphone-flip-in-2026/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/i-need-apple-to-finally-launch-its-foldable-iphone-flip-in-2026/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-developer-centers-are-expanding-to-berlin/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-developer-centers-are-expanding-to-berlin/ Elon Musk's lawsuit against Apple isn't going his way
Apple and OpenAI were sued by Elon Musk's xAI, now owned by SpaceX, due to alleged anticompetitive practices. The trial hasn't been going well for Musk so far, as it was accused of destroying and withholding evidence previously.On Tuesday, Judge Mark Pittman re]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/elon-musks-spacex-amp-tesla-email-accounts-must-be-handed-over-in-apple-lawsuit/Wed, 03 Jun 2026 04:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/elon-musks-spacex-amp-tesla-email-accounts-must-be-handed-over-in-apple-lawsuit/ Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon (left) with Microsoft CEO SatyaNadella (right). Image Credit: Qualcomm.
Big tech has all but embraced the proliferation of AI. Microsoft and Qualcomm are the latest to suggest the future of hardware and software development lies in AI-first devices.On June 2, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and Qualcomm CEO Cristiano]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-on-device-ai-protects-privacy-microsofts-cloud-based-plans-offer-only-convenience/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-on-device-ai-protects-privacy-microsofts-cloud-based-plans-offer-only-convenience/ Apple Pencil can now react to the surface of an iPad, but in future versions could become virtual reality sensors - image credit: Apple
There's an old children's toy where one pencil is connected to another such that drawing with the first pencil also moves the second. A newly-granted patent is akin to this idea, except instead of copying or en]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/future-apple-vision-pro-could-gain-apple-pencil-that-can-simulate-textures/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/future-apple-vision-pro-could-gain-apple-pencil-that-can-simulate-textures/ Market research firm IDC expects conditions to worsen through the year, with PC shipments projected to fall 20% year over year in the fourth quarter. Rising memory costs are limiting product availability and making it harder for manufacturers to maintain broad product lineups.PC shipments still grew 3% durin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macbook-neo-is-the-sole-bright-spot-in-a-crashing-global-pc-market/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macbook-neo-is-the-sole-bright-spot-in-a-crashing-global-pc-market/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/forget-the-latest-iphone-and-save-big-with-these-iphone-15-deals/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/forget-the-latest-iphone-and-save-big-with-these-iphone-15-deals/ Image credit: Apple
Each year, the Apple Design Awards honor App Store developers who have created outstanding apps and games. Winners are selected from a list of 36 global finalists across six categories."This year's Apple Design Award winners are a remarkable reflection of how developers are creating exceptional experiences," said Susan Prescott,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/2026-apple-design-award-winners-include-cyberpunk-2077-blue-prince/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/2026-apple-design-award-winners-include-cyberpunk-2077-blue-prince/ Big Bear Lake - Image Credit: Christopher Spence/Pexels
Each year, the WWDC keynote has Craig Federighi joking about the "crack marketing team" that comes up with the name for that year's macOS release. While the keynote is still a week away, it appears the punchline has already been discovered.Posting to X, designer Andreas Storm explains that there's a very small clue in the small image appearing ne]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/a-naming-hint-for-apples-macos-27-may-be-hiding-in-plain-sight/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/a-naming-hint-for-apples-macos-27-may-be-hiding-in-plain-sight/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-2651-for-iphone-17-and-iphone-air-fixes-low-battery-charging-problem/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-2651-for-iphone-17-and-iphone-air-fixes-low-battery-charging-problem/ You can put apps beside each other on the iPad. The iPhone Fold should do the same.The use of a large internal folding screen means the iPhone Fold, also referred to as the iPhone Ultra, has a squarer aspect ratio than available in previous models. That can cause problems for typical iPhone apps, displayed in full screen, as they could be visually dist]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-folds-wide-screen-means-ipads-split-view-is-a-necessity/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-folds-wide-screen-means-ipads-split-view-is-a-necessity/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/introducing-the-2026-apple-design-award-winners/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/introducing-the-2026-apple-design-award-winners/ Save up to $50 across AirPods earbuds & headphones - Image credit: Apple
Discounted AirPods prices start at $99 today, with both in-ear and over-ear options eligible for price cuts. Whether you're looking for AirPods 4 or AirPods Max 2, the latter of which were released in 2026, you can save double digits on Apple headphones.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider |]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-drop-to-as-low-as-99-as-prime-day-2026-approaches/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-drop-to-as-low-as-99-as-prime-day-2026-approaches/ Render of a possible iPhone Fold, showing the hinge
In March 2025, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo claimed that Apple would "use liquid metal materials for key components" of the iPhone Fold, such as the hinge. Now leaker Fixed Focus Digital on Chinese social media site Weibo, claims that this is confirmed.The leaker also says, in machine translation, tha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/folding-iphone-liquid-metal-hinge-may-pay-off-16-years-of-apple-research/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/folding-iphone-liquid-metal-hinge-may-pay-off-16-years-of-apple-research/ Apple Watch Ultra
Apple actively works with its supply chain partners to improve the components used in its products. With the display being an extremely important part, it comes as no surprise that Apple has considered what the next big screen tech switch should be.Industry sources cited by The Elec on Tuesday claim that LG Display is developing and valid]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/a-new-high-tech-display-might-give-a-future-apple-watch-better-battery-life/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/a-new-high-tech-display-might-give-a-future-apple-watch-better-battery-life/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ready-to-upgrade-score-an-apple-watch-series-11-for-less-with-these-top-deals/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ready-to-upgrade-score-an-apple-watch-series-11-for-less-with-these-top-deals/ 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' will be screened at WWDC 2026. Image Credit: Lucasfilm.
While iOS 27 and a revamped Siri will be the highlight of Apple's annual developer conference, it looks like the Apple Vision Pro will get some praise during the event as well.Jon Favreau, director of The Mandalorian and Grogu, spoke in April 20]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-is-the-way-wwdc-2026-attendees-get-to-see-the-mandalorian-and-grogu/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-is-the-way-wwdc-2026-attendees-get-to-see-the-mandalorian-and-grogu/ Mockup of a Dark Cherry iPhone 18 Pro - original image credit: Wesley Hilliard, recoloring by William Gallagher
Back in February 2026, a leak claimed to show that the iPhone 18 Pro Max would have longer battery life than its predecessor, but only by a small amount. Now according to a leaker with]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-will-have-only-a-fractionally-higher-capacity-battery/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-will-have-only-a-fractionally-higher-capacity-battery/ Apple Towson is closing. Image source: Apple
Congress doesn't think Apple should close the Apple Towson store, which also happens to be its first unionized retail store. Nine members said so before, but an additional 39 new members and one returning member have said so again.The letter states outright that the sto]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/40-members-of-congress-take-towson-unions-side-in-letter-to-apples-ceo/Tue, 02 Jun 2026 02:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/40-members-of-congress-take-towson-unions-side-in-letter-to-apples-ceo/ The promotion provides up to $30 in Uber Cash through August 31. Uber One members can earn $10 on one qualifying order each month in June, July, and August when they pay with Apple Card in the Uber Eats app.Eligible purchases include groceries, health and beauty products, pet supplies, and other retail items available through Uber Eats.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-card-users-can-earn-up-to-30-in-uber-cash-through-uber-eats/Mon, 01 Jun 2026 21:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-card-users-can-earn-up-to-30-in-uber-cash-through-uber-eats/ Apple Wallet will let you split the bill with others in iOS 27
One of the constant problems of having a social life is splitting the bill at the end of a meal. While one person often pays with others promising to pay them back, Apple wants to make it easier to get that money from your friends.In one of the few feature updates arriving in iOS 27 during WWDC week, Bloom]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27s-bill-splitting-feature-will-help-you-claw-back-money-from-your-friends/Mon, 01 Jun 2026 21:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27s-bill-splitting-feature-will-help-you-claw-back-money-from-your-friends/ The maintenance update targets a problem affecting software commonly used in managed environments. Organizations use content-filtering network extensions to monitor and secure network traffic on company-owned devices.Apple didn't disclose how many users were affected. Issues involving managed deployments can create signifi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/unexpected-m5-mac-shutdowns-get-a-fix-in-macos-tahoe-2651/Mon, 01 Jun 2026 20:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/unexpected-m5-mac-shutdowns-get-a-fix-in-macos-tahoe-2651/ The iOS 26.5.1 update fixes a charging issue in the iPhone 17 family and iPhone Air
Apple released iOS 26.5 on May 11, and is currently beta-testing an update for iOS 26.6. In the meantime, it has just dropped a new incremental update for iOS 26.5.1.As is expected for a point release update, iOS 26.5.1 doesn't introduce major features, but it does include an important]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/update-for-ios-2651-fixes-iphone-17-iphone-air-wired-charging-bug/Mon, 01 Jun 2026 20:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/update-for-ios-2651-fixes-iphone-17-iphone-air-wired-charging-bug/ iPad prices have dropped to as low as $299 during Amazon's June sale.
Steep discounts on Apple's iPad line are in effect at Amazon for June, with a return of the popular $299 iPad 11 deal. At press time, the $50 price cut applies to the Blue, Pink, and Silver color options.Buy iPad 11 for $299
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-june-ipad-sale-slashes-prices-to-as-low-as-299/Mon, 01 Jun 2026 19:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-june-ipad-sale-slashes-prices-to-as-low-as-299/ Apple has released new wallpapers with a close-up from Apple's new animation - image credit: Apple
For WWDC 2025, Apple announced it with the line "On the horizon," but changed it to "Sleek peek," with one week to go. That change was revealed by Apple's senior vice president of Worldwide Marketing, Greg Jos]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc-t-minus-one-week-all-systems-glow-with-new-wallpaper-amp-playlist/Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc-t-minus-one-week-all-systems-glow-with-new-wallpaper-amp-playlist/ A render of what the iPhone Fold could look like - Image credit: AppleInsider
The iPhone Fold has been a hot topic of rumors, and in later weeks, has been subject to claims that there are production problems. Despite the varying viewpoints, that hasn't stopped more reports from surfacing about the flexible smartphone.The newest claim is f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sketchy-iphone-fold-production-issue-guesswork-wont-prevent-a-september-launch/Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sketchy-iphone-fold-production-issue-guesswork-wont-prevent-a-september-launch/ Smart Home Insider Podcast
Guest host this week is Jen Tuohy, who's been a regular participant on the show. She covers smart home for The Verge, among other topics.Starting off the episode we had a couple small pieces of news. Aqara and Dreame both had new releases to check out.
Continue Reading on AppleInsi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/smart-home-connectivity-explained-on-smart-home-insider/Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/smart-home-connectivity-explained-on-smart-home-insider/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/all-systems-glow/Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/all-systems-glow/ The RTX Spark is attempting to take on Apple Silicon - Image Credit: Nvidia
Computex 2026 is underway, and Nvidia has formally stepped into the processor ring with its own chip. Nvidia calls the RTX Spark a "superchip" for Windows PCs that have massive AI performance.This chip consists of an ARM-based Nvidia Grace CPU with 20 cores, as well as an Nvidi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/nvidias-n1x-apple-silicon-rival-is-two-years-behind/Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/nvidias-n1x-apple-silicon-rival-is-two-years-behind/ Possible prototype iPhone Fold - image credit: Ice Universe
Back in February 2026, AppleInsider said that if the iPhone Fold is really coming this year, there should be leaks before long. There have been, too, although nothing as conclusive as the iPhone Air leaks of 2025.Now there's a single image of what's claimed to be a white proto]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/possible-iphone-fold-prototype-shown-in-new-image/Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/possible-iphone-fold-prototype-shown-in-new-image/ watchOS 26 review: The best yet
No company can indeed release stellar software updates every year. And the lack of mindblowing new features perhaps speaks to a maturation of the Apple Watch as a whole. The watchOS 26 update isn't a bad one, after all.With a Liquid Glass redesign and a handful of key]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-final-watchos-26-final-review-better-but-not-better-enough/Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-final-watchos-26-final-review-better-but-not-better-enough/ Craig Federighi - Image Credit: Apple
While Tim Cook is the best-known face of Apple, Craig Federighi comes in a very close second. A long-time presenter for the company during events, especially at WWDC, he is synonymous with the company's software launches and operating system updates]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-software-chief-who-is-craig-federighi/Mon, 01 Jun 2026 13:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-software-chief-who-is-craig-federighi/ Get a blowout 15-inch MacBook Air for just $969 - Image credit: Apple
Whether you're looking for a Father's Day gift or need a new laptop to add to your own Apple setup, B&H's $969 15-inch MacBook Air deal is worth checking out. The last-gen M4 model, which originally retailed for $1,199, is marked down to $969 in Sky]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bamph-is-blowing-out-15-inch-macbook-air-m4-inventory-at-969/Mon, 01 Jun 2026 06:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bamph-is-blowing-out-15-inch-macbook-air-m4-inventory-at-969/ Jellyfin is a media server tool.Streaming services like Netflix, Disney+, and Apple TV+ are great ways to watch movies and TV shows without needing to actually own the physical media. However, if you already have a copy of a movie on DVD or Blu-ray, the only real benefit to watching it via an Internet streaming service]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-use-jellyfin-on-a-mac-to-make-a-private-streaming-service/Mon, 01 Jun 2026 01:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-use-jellyfin-on-a-mac-to-make-a-private-streaming-service/ Craig Federighi, during one of the traditional WWDC skits.I know it's a bit weird writing to you, as you'd expect I'd be appealing to Tim Cook. He's in a bit of a transition period right now, probably telling John Ternus where the keys to the executive volleyball court are kept and other important matters.At the same time, you are the most appropriate person to write to about W]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-dear-hair-force-one-help-us-all-out-at-wwdc/Mon, 01 Jun 2026 01:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-dear-hair-force-one-help-us-all-out-at-wwdc/ The HomePod display
The HomePod and HomePod mini are largely hands-free devices. Most of the time, you're directly interacting with them by voice, or through HomeKit, or using AirPlay.All models also include a touch-sensitive display in the top. While you could keep yelling]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-exorcise-your-homepod-and-homepod-mini-of-ghost-touches/Sun, 31 May 2026 22:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-exorcise-your-homepod-and-homepod-mini-of-ghost-touches/ Man in cuffs - Image Credit: Pixabay
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-man-arrested-for-31000-iphone-theft/Sun, 31 May 2026 22:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/crime-blotter-man-arrested-for-31000-iphone-theft/ Apple's smart glasses ambitions don't stop at speakers and microphones
Rumors about Apple's smart glasses effort have been increasing in frequency since 2024, but primarily from a single source. One other highly accurate source that has been in play since 2023 has offered a differing timeline, until now.According to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/longtime-leaker-joins-others-in-saying-apple-glasses-wont-arrive-until-late-2027/Sun, 31 May 2026 18:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/longtime-leaker-joins-others-in-saying-apple-glasses-wont-arrive-until-late-2027/ The launch of iOS 26 at WWDC 25 - Image Credit: Apple
As a major operating system producer and hardware manufacturer, it has to work long in advance to perfect its releases. While it has a lengthy schedule for products like the iPhone and Mac lineups, it can take just as long to get software out the door.In Sunday's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg, Mar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/surprising-nobody-apples-already-working-on-ios-28-macos-28/Sun, 31 May 2026 18:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/surprising-nobody-apples-already-working-on-ios-28-macos-28/ A HomePod mini on a HomePod
Apple has long been rumored to be working on a new HomeHub, but other household tech will get updates soon. That includes the Apple TV and the HomePod mini.According to Mark Gurman's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg on Sunday, Apple has sat on new hardware for the two models for months. Indeed,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tv-homepod-mini-updates-are-waiting-for-siris-upgrade/Sun, 31 May 2026 17:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tv-homepod-mini-updates-are-waiting-for-siris-upgrade/ Apple is gunning for the glasses industry with its smart eyewear - Image Credit: Pexels/Gustavo Fring
The whole Apple Glass endeavor has focused mainly on the still-far-off augmented reality smart glasses. However, with a second version without AR expected to arrive in 2026 or 2027, Apple is trying to break into the wider glasses mark]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/like-apple-watch-at-start-apples-smart-glasses-plan-will-challenge-the-entire-industry/Sun, 31 May 2026 16:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/like-apple-watch-at-start-apples-smart-glasses-plan-will-challenge-the-entire-industry/ Apple's current Apple Vision Pro.
Rumors of a second generation Apple Vision Pro have been circulating practically since the first model came out. Unsurprisingly, those rumors were a wishlist with the device being lighter, slimmer, and of course also have a reduced price.Now according to Bloomberg, all of these are being worked on. However, to fit with]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/slimmer-amp-lighter-apple-vision-pro-is-at-least-two-years-away/Sun, 31 May 2026 16:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/slimmer-amp-lighter-apple-vision-pro-is-at-least-two-years-away/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/inside-apples-play-to-shoot-a-pro-soccer-game-entirely-with-iphones/Sun, 31 May 2026 14:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/inside-apples-play-to-shoot-a-pro-soccer-game-entirely-with-iphones/ A still from a video showing the new unannounced Beats headphones - Image Credit: Lamine Yamal
On May 23, some mystery headphones appeared in an FCC filing, indicating a new pair was coming out of Cupertino. One week later, an Instagram post has shown that it's from Beats.The shots on the official account for Lamine Yamal showed the sporting celebrity weari]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mystery-beats-headphones-appear-around-lamine-yamals-neck/Sat, 30 May 2026 21:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mystery-beats-headphones-appear-around-lamine-yamals-neck/ Apple Music on Android has slipped some hints about future changes
Since its conception, Apple Music has provided the same general level of service to all users regardless of their actual subscription plan. Sure, you can get it as an Individual, Family, Student, or Apple One subscription, but you get the same service across the board.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/android-apple-music-beta-hints-at-alternate-tiers-skip-limits/Sat, 30 May 2026 14:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/android-apple-music-beta-hints-at-alternate-tiers-skip-limits/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-sweetens-trade-in-deals-with-higher-payouts-for-your-old-device/Sat, 30 May 2026 01:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-sweetens-trade-in-deals-with-higher-payouts-for-your-old-device/ Save up to $1,300 on M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro laptops - Image credit: Apple
Whether you're looking for the standard M5 Pro 14-inch MacBook Pro that's marked down to $1,999 at Amazon and B&H, or if you'd like to maximize your savings with Expercom's record-breaking $1,300 markdown on a loaded M5 Max spec, there are a variety of deals to cho]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-up-to-1300-on-every-14-inch-macbook-pro-m5-pro-and-m5-max/Sat, 30 May 2026 00:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-up-to-1300-on-every-14-inch-macbook-pro-m5-pro-and-m5-max/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-what-we-know-about-apples-upcoming-flagship-phones/Fri, 29 May 2026 22:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-what-we-know-about-apples-upcoming-flagship-phones/ Abxylute M4 review: a tiny MagSafe controller
I have mixed feelings about the Abxylute M4. It should be the perfect pocketable companion controller for my iPhone.However, multiple problems emerged the first time I picked it up.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/abxylute-m4-review-smart-design-cant-save-a-cramped-controller/Fri, 29 May 2026 21:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/abxylute-m4-review-smart-design-cant-save-a-cramped-controller/ Apple's Detroit Developer Academy is into another year
The only developer academy of its kind in North America, the developer academy is a collaboration between Apple, Michigan State University, and the Gilbert Family Foundation. It offers a range of free programs, including the option for a full nine-month learning experien]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/detroits-controversial-apple-developer-academy-has-entered-its-5th-year/Fri, 29 May 2026 19:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/detroits-controversial-apple-developer-academy-has-entered-its-5th-year/ Samsung's new lineup includes the 40-inch ViewFinity S8 S85TH, the 32-inch Odyssey OLED G8, and the 27-inch Odyssey OLED G8. The company built the displays for productivity and gaming, while adding features that fit naturally into]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-new-mac-friendly-monitors-in-samsungs-lineup-fix-problems-apple-displays-still-have/Fri, 29 May 2026 16:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-new-mac-friendly-monitors-in-samsungs-lineup-fix-problems-apple-displays-still-have/ Some iPhone 18 leaks are good, some are bad, and others are just silly.
It is the run-up to WWDC and it's also not really that long until the launch of the iPhone 18 range, so as always we're now bombarded with rumo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-leaks-apple-vision-pro-gaming-and-the-ferrari-luce-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 29 May 2026 14:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-leaks-apple-vision-pro-gaming-and-the-ferrari-luce-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/ MacBook Neo has proven hugely popular
Buying a new MacBook Neo today remains an exercise in patience, with deliveries taking multiple weeks. The 13-inch, $599 laptop has proven hugely popular among students and mobile workers alike, so much so that Apple can't keep up.Now, a report by supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo claims that Apple ha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/suppliers-are-racing-to-keep-up-with-orders-for-incredibly-popular-macbook-neo/Fri, 29 May 2026 14:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/suppliers-are-racing-to-keep-up-with-orders-for-incredibly-popular-macbook-neo/ visionOS 26 review: it hasn't been touched in a year which means WWDC better deliver
When visionOS 26 was revealed, it was clear that new hardware would be crucial for the platform. Then the M5 model arrived, and it was better, but nothing else changed in the time since.I'm sitting here typing this on the App]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-last-visionos-26-review-apathy-about-apple-vision-pro-on-display/Fri, 29 May 2026 13:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-last-visionos-26-review-apathy-about-apple-vision-pro-on-display/ The four colors now claimed to be for the iPhone 18 Pro - image credit: Sonny Dickson
Cosmic Orange was a huge hit with Apple's iPhone 17 Pro Max, but Apple changes at least some colors each year and it's long been rumored that Dark Cherry was coming next. Then in April 2026, a leaker claimed to know all four of the colors for the iPhone 18 Pro.Now the often reliable leaker Sonny D]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-dummies-show-new-colors-including-dark-cherry/Fri, 29 May 2026 12:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-dummies-show-new-colors-including-dark-cherry/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/before-ios-27-heres-your-ios-26-cheat-sheet/Fri, 29 May 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/before-ios-27-heres-your-ios-26-cheat-sheet/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-266-public-beta-available-adds-small-change-to-blocked-contacts/Fri, 29 May 2026 00:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-266-public-beta-available-adds-small-change-to-blocked-contacts/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/i-was-this-close-to-paying-full-price-for-the-airpods-4-but-then-i-found-these-deals/Thu, 28 May 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/i-was-this-close-to-paying-full-price-for-the-airpods-4-but-then-i-found-these-deals/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-are-iphone-background-security-improvements-and-how-to-enable-them/Thu, 28 May 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-are-iphone-background-security-improvements-and-how-to-enable-them/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/shave-hundreds-off-a-new-iphone-air-samsung-galaxy-s26-and-other-top-models-with-carrier-and-retailer-deals/Wed, 27 May 2026 21:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/shave-hundreds-off-a-new-iphone-air-samsung-galaxy-s26-and-other-top-models-with-carrier-and-retailer-deals/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/want-help-getting-your-baby-to-sleep-try-your-iphones-hidden-white-noise-feature/Wed, 27 May 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/want-help-getting-your-baby-to-sleep-try-your-iphones-hidden-white-noise-feature/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/your-phone-has-built-in-tools-to-help-you-use-it-less-heres-how-to-find-them/Sun, 24 May 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/your-phone-has-built-in-tools-to-help-you-use-it-less-heres-how-to-find-them/ Google is the preferred search provider in Safari on iPhone
In August 2024, a court ruled that Google was a monopolist in the U.S. Department of Justice's antitrust lawsuit against Alphabet. One that involved an investigation into Google's $20 billion deal with Apple to make Google the preferred search engine of Safari.On May 22, Google filed its appe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/googles-20b-safari-search-deal-with-apple-was-fair-and-square/Sat, 23 May 2026 16:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/googles-20b-safari-search-deal-with-apple-was-fair-and-square/ Beats Solo4
Occasionally, unannounced Apple products surface through regulatory filings as they undergo testing and other necessary tasks before going on sale. While these filings can often provide a lot of clues about what Apple has planned, they can sometimes raise more questions than answers.A filing at the Federal Communications Commissi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/fcc-filing-confirms-more-apple-headphones-on-the-way/Sat, 23 May 2026 14:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/fcc-filing-confirms-more-apple-headphones-on-the-way/ iPhone 17 Pro Max has a unibody rear case. Note the design of the plateau here.
Majin Bu was once a prominent Apple leaker who had some accurate leaks. After attempting to sell cases for an unreleased iPhone, the leaker disappeared, and a copycat has risen in its stead.It still isn't clear to me why anyone is co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-color-leak-from-fake-account-appears-to-be-camera-protector-not-component/Fri, 22 May 2026 22:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-color-leak-from-fake-account-appears-to-be-camera-protector-not-component/ Jony Ive & Sam Altman | Image Credit: OpenAI
If you didn't predict it already, you could sense that AI was past its sell-by date when you watched the 2026 Google I/O conference. Half the hyped new technologies seemed worthless or at best old hat, and half were yet again preposterous exaggerations about saving the human race from something or o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-ai-spend-remains-flat-as-openai-loses-125-for-every-1/Fri, 22 May 2026 21:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-ai-spend-remains-flat-as-openai-loses-125-for-every-1/ Purported Apple clear cases for (L-R_ iPhone 18, iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max - image credit: MyDrivers
There's a strong chance you never noticed this, and perhaps quite a strong one that you'd now have to look at these images to spot the difference. Yet if you cared about this, you apparently cared a great deal and the latest clear-case leaks may be]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-clear-cases-could-revert-to-old-magsafe-design-for-some-reason/Fri, 22 May 2026 19:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-clear-cases-could-revert-to-old-magsafe-design-for-some-reason/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-buys-rare-150-iphone-air-discount-lands-just-before-memorial-day/Fri, 22 May 2026 18:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-buys-rare-150-iphone-air-discount-lands-just-before-memorial-day/ AirPods Pro 3 are down to $199 for Memorial Day weekend.
Apple AirPods Pro 3 are on sale for $199 at Amazon today, which matches the lowest price seen this quarter.Buy AirPods Pro 3 for $199
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-pro-3-drop-to-199-during-amazons-memorial-day-sale/Fri, 22 May 2026 18:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-pro-3-drop-to-199-during-amazons-memorial-day-sale/ Apple Towson Town Center, Maryland
Apple Towson is not the only store that Apple has decided to close, but it is the only unionized one. It was the first Apple Store to unionize, and the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) Union claims that its members are being discriminated against because of this.Known as t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/employees-at-apples-first-unionized-store-to-protest-closing/Fri, 22 May 2026 15:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/employees-at-apples-first-unionized-store-to-protest-closing/ Apple's macOS Tahoe is good, it's just not as revolutionary as advertised
Maybe this is just how it always is. For instance, when macOS Big Sur was announced, it was a gigantic change for the Mac yet now you can't even remember what was so new about it.With macOS Tahoe, you do know that the chi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-last-macos-tahoe-review-neither-terrible-nor-great/Fri, 22 May 2026 14:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-last-macos-tahoe-review-neither-terrible-nor-great/ Apple has revealed a new accessibility accessory, plus shown off new features coming to iOS - image credit: Apple
It's surely the only time of the year where Apple actually tells us something in advance about]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/accessibility-ai-rumors-and-google-io-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 22 May 2026 14:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/accessibility-ai-rumors-and-google-io-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-adjust-your-iphones-liquid-glass-appearance-in-a-few-easy-steps/Fri, 22 May 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-adjust-your-iphones-liquid-glass-appearance-in-a-few-easy-steps/ Apple introduced NameDrop in iOS 17 as part of a larger contact-sharing system built around Contact Posters. Instead of typing phone numbers manually, users can tap their iPhones together and choose whether to share or receive contact information.It']]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-use-namedrop-to-exchange-iphone-contacts-in-seconds/Fri, 22 May 2026 05:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-use-namedrop-to-exchange-iphone-contacts-in-seconds/ Apple takes Epic's case to the Supreme Court
The Apple versus Epic saga is nowhere near an end even if Epic is celebrating a victory prematurely. Even as the case returns to Circuit Courts, Apple is requesting the Supreme Court to review two specific issues it has with the proceedings so far.In the Supreme]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-latest-appeal-to-the-supreme-court-challenges-two-issues-in-epic-case/Thu, 21 May 2026 23:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-latest-appeal-to-the-supreme-court-challenges-two-issues-in-epic-case/ Apple takes Epic's case to the Supreme Court
The Apple versus Epic saga is nowhere near an end even if Epic is celebrating a victory prematurely. Even as the case returns to Circuit Courts, Apple is requesting the Supreme Court to review two specific issues it has with the proceedings so far.In the Supreme]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/after-failed-delays-apple-files-formal-request-with-supreme-court-to-review-epic-case/Thu, 21 May 2026 23:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/after-failed-delays-apple-files-formal-request-with-supreme-court-to-review-epic-case/ Unrestricted web access
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The new rating wil]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/upcoming-changes-to-age-ratings-in-australia-and-vietnam/Thu, 21 May 2026 22:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/upcoming-changes-to-age-ratings-in-australia-and-vietnam/ Save $200 on Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air for Memorial Day weekend.
Amazon's early Memorial Day deal knocks $200 off the standard M5 MacBook Air 15-inch laptop in your choice of Starlight or Sky Blue.Buy 15" MacBook Air M5 for $1,099.99
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-m5-15-inch-macbook-air-drops-to-record-low-1099-at-amazon/Thu, 21 May 2026 17:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-m5-15-inch-macbook-air-drops-to-record-low-1099-at-amazon/ The iPhone's Crash Detection feature has been credited with saving another life.
The woman lost control of her vehicle on a winding road in scenic Denbighshire, UK. It then rolled down the hill before bursting into flames moments after she was able to escape.Emergency services arrived at the scene 20 minutes later, including a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-crash-detection-saved-the-day-after-drivers-330ft-mountain-drop/Thu, 21 May 2026 16:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-crash-detection-saved-the-day-after-drivers-330ft-mountain-drop/ Apple's server designs may be at risk of exposure, because of a May 2026 cyberattack that targeted Foxconn.
On May 12, AppleInsider reported that ransomware group Nitrogen hacked into Foxconn facilities in North America. Initially, based on the available sample files, it appeared that the attackers didn't obtain any Apple documentation.However, additional sample f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-server-schematics-stolen-in-may-2026-foxconn-cyberattack/Thu, 21 May 2026 16:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-server-schematics-stolen-in-may-2026-foxconn-cyberattack/ Apple TV will shoot its first MLS game entirely on an iPhone - image credit: Apple
Apple previously ditched its MLS Season Pass and allowed all Apple TV subscribers to watch Major League Soccer for free in 2026. Now those subscribers are going to see a game where every camera and every angle is shot on an iPhone.According to Apple, this is the first time an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-17-pro-will-shoot-apples-major-league-soccer-coverage-live/Thu, 21 May 2026 16:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-17-pro-will-shoot-apples-major-league-soccer-coverage-live/ iPhone 19 Pro is tipped to get a new, quad-curved OLED display
There have been countless reports in recent months that point to Apple celebrating 20 years of the iPhone with the 2027 model. Part of that celebration will include a display that wraps around all four sides of the iPhone for the first time.Now, a new report by Wei]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/rumor-2027-iphone-production-testing-underway-with-quad-curved-oled-display/Thu, 21 May 2026 15:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/rumor-2027-iphone-production-testing-underway-with-quad-curved-oled-display/ Image Credit: Nintendo
If you're a fan of Nintendo's IP, chances are you're aware of their propensity for what the publisher calls "microgames." Mario Party is one famous example, as are games in the WarioWare series.Microgames are exactly what they sound like.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/nintendos-pictonico-is-a-collection-of-minigames-powered-by-photos/Thu, 21 May 2026 15:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/nintendos-pictonico-is-a-collection-of-minigames-powered-by-photos/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-make-your-phone-last-years-longer-and-save-yourself-a-fortune/Thu, 21 May 2026 14:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-make-your-phone-last-years-longer-and-save-yourself-a-fortune/ Apple Music asks distributors to label AI works
Like other areas of the creative world, artificial intelligence is becoming part of the music we listen to. However, Apple has issued a warning to the industry at large that it is working to combat the influx of AI audio content.In an open letter to music labels]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ai-music-labels-amp-spam-prevention-in-apple-music-aim-to-keep-things-fair/Thu, 21 May 2026 13:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ai-music-labels-amp-spam-prevention-in-apple-music-aim-to-keep-things-fair/ The display of the current-gen M5 MacBook Pro
The long-rumored MacBook Pro with a higher quality display based on twin-stack OLED technology (what Apple refers to as tandem OLED) has recently been said to be delayed from late 2026 to early 2027. But that was because of the global chip shortage, and reportedly there were]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/oled-macbook-pro-screens-on-schedule-after-manufacturing-difficulties/Thu, 21 May 2026 13:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/oled-macbook-pro-screens-on-schedule-after-manufacturing-difficulties/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-iphone-feature-will-reprimand-you-if-your-camera-lens-is-dirty/Thu, 21 May 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-iphone-feature-will-reprimand-you-if-your-camera-lens-is-dirty/ SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7X Gen 2 review: The gaming headset for Mac users
SteelSeries is a mainstay of the gaming accessory market, making some of the most popular headsets. Its Nova 7 sits towards the top of its audio lineup, and while the X version adds Xbox support, it works with everything.With th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/steelseries-arctis-nova-7x-gen-2-review-the-mac-gaming-headset-to-beat/Thu, 21 May 2026 02:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/steelseries-arctis-nova-7x-gen-2-review-the-mac-gaming-headset-to-beat/ Kansas City Public Schools have procured more than 4,500 MacBook Neos as part of its transition to an "All-Apple District"On Wednesday, Kansas City Public Schools elaborated on its decision to become an "All-Apple District." The district says the move reflects its commitment to providing the highest quality education to its students."Stu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/kansas-city-public-schools-are-going-all-in-on-apple/Wed, 20 May 2026 23:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/kansas-city-public-schools-are-going-all-in-on-apple/ Apple Music asks distributors to label AI works
Like other areas of the creative world, artificial intelligence is becoming part of the music we listen to. However, Apple has issued a warning to the industry at large that it is working to combat the influx of AI audio content.In an open letter to music labels and music industry partners seen by 9to5Mac titled "What w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/audio-that-relies-too-heavily-on-ai-generated-sound-wont-be-on-apple-music/Wed, 20 May 2026 22:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/audio-that-relies-too-heavily-on-ai-generated-sound-wont-be-on-apple-music/ Apple's server designs may be at risk of exposure, because of a May 2026 cyberattack that targeted Foxconn.
On May 12, AppleInsider reported that ransomware group Nitrogen hacked into Foxconn facilities in North America. Initially, based on the available sample files, it appeared that the attackers didn't obtain any Apple documentation.Howev]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-servers-schematics-stolen-in-may-2026-foxconn-cyberattack-appleinsider-confirms/Wed, 20 May 2026 20:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-servers-schematics-stolen-in-may-2026-foxconn-cyberattack-appleinsider-confirms/ Apple's server designs may be at risk of exposure, because of a May 2026 cyberattack that targeted Foxconn.
On May 12, AppleInsider reported that ransomware group Nitrogen hacked into Foxconn facilities in North America. Initially, based on the available sample files, it appeared that the attackers didn't obtain any Apple documentation.Howev]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-server-schematics-stolen-in-may-2026-foxconn-cyberattack-appleinsider-confirms/Wed, 20 May 2026 20:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-server-schematics-stolen-in-may-2026-foxconn-cyberattack-appleinsider-confirms/ Apple Vision Pro needs more attention from Apple
I'm an Apple Vision Pro enthusiast that sees a lot of potential in the platform. It's still a main device in my workflow that I like to visit multiple times a week to get some focused writing done.However, it isn't surprising in the least that Apple random]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/latest-apple-immersive-rollout-exemplifies-apple-vision-pros-entire-problem/Wed, 20 May 2026 17:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/latest-apple-immersive-rollout-exemplifies-apple-vision-pros-entire-problem/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/our-shopping-experts-found-apple-watch-ultra-3-deals-you-cant-ignore/Wed, 20 May 2026 17:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/our-shopping-experts-found-apple-watch-ultra-3-deals-you-cant-ignore/ Cue will receive Cannes Lions' Entertainment Person of the Year honor during the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, which runs June 22 through June 26 in Cannes, France. Cue is also scheduled to appear in a keynote conversation with produ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tv-went-from-industry-skepticism-to-cannes-lions-recognition-under-eddy-cue/Wed, 20 May 2026 17:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tv-went-from-industry-skepticism-to-cannes-lions-recognition-under-eddy-cue/ Sundar Pichai - image credit: Google
Today the word "claptrap" is used to mean that someone is talking rubbish, but originally it was a theatrical term. It meant the bit in a show where the dancer or actor pauses in just such a way that the audience knows to applaud.This year's Google I/O seemed to have quite a bit of the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/google-io-2026-had-nothing-to-say-and-said-it-badly-ahead-of-apples-wwdc/Wed, 20 May 2026 17:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/google-io-2026-had-nothing-to-say-and-said-it-badly-ahead-of-apples-wwdc/ The App Store is seeing more submissions all the time. Malicious app submissions are also increasing in number.
Policing the App Store for malware is a task for the App Store Review team, which is getting tougher over time thanks to AI-assisted app development. However, artificial intelligence is also he]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/app-store-fraud-prevention-a-big-numbers-game-powered-by-ai-amp-human-review/Wed, 20 May 2026 16:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/app-store-fraud-prevention-a-big-numbers-game-powered-by-ai-amp-human-review/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-everything-we-know-about-apples-most-ambitious-lineup-yet/Wed, 20 May 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-everything-we-know-about-apples-most-ambitious-lineup-yet/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/before-you-get-a-new-iphone-turn-off-this-setting-on-your-old-device-first/Wed, 20 May 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/before-you-get-a-new-iphone-turn-off-this-setting-on-your-old-device-first/ The smiley face on this microphone is actually an e-ink screen that you can change.
Your first impression of the Insta360 Mic Pro may be wrong. The two microphones in the set I reviewed come with what look like bright yellow labels, one of which is a smiley emoji, and you have to think you'd never wear this on camera.But while it's true that microphones s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/insta360-mic-pro-review-exceptional-sound-quality-for-a-wireless-microphone/Wed, 20 May 2026 09:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/insta360-mic-pro-review-exceptional-sound-quality-for-a-wireless-microphone/ The smiley face on this microphone is actually an e-ink screen that you can change.
Your first impression of the Insta360 Mic Pro may be wrong. The two microphones in the set I reviewed come with what look like bright yellow labels, one of which is a smiley emoji, and you have to think you'd never wear this on camera.But while it's true that microphones s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/insta360-pro-mic-review-exceptional-sound-quality-for-a-wireless-microphone/Wed, 20 May 2026 02:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/insta360-pro-mic-review-exceptional-sound-quality-for-a-wireless-microphone/ Image Credit: Nintendo
If you're a fan of Nintendo's IP, chances are you're aware of their propensity for what the publisher calls "microgames." Mario Party is one famous example, as are games in the WarioWare series.Microgames are exactly what they sound like.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/nintendo-announces-pictonico-a-collection-of-minigames-powered-by-your-photos/Wed, 20 May 2026 00:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/nintendo-announces-pictonico-a-collection-of-minigames-powered-by-your-photos/ Vibe coding is allowed for App Store apps, but Apple doesn't want it to make apps on an iPhone without oversight.The concept of vibe coding has risen in tandem with AI chatbots in recent years. Infiltrating many areas of the development process, it has turned the process of making an app into child's play.However, while it has]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/vibe-coding-where-it-works-and-why-doing-it-on-an-iphone-is-a-problem/Tue, 19 May 2026 21:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/vibe-coding-where-it-works-and-why-doing-it-on-an-iphone-is-a-problem/ Apple TV announced on May 19 that "Camp Snoopy" will return for a second season on June 26, followed by a new special, "Snoopy Presents: There's No Place Like Home, Snoopy," on July 31. The service is also bringing "This Is America, Charlie Brown" and "The Charlie Brown and Snoopy Sh]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/peanuts-classics-returning-series-and-a-new-snoopy-film-are-all-coming-to-apple-tv/Tue, 19 May 2026 20:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/peanuts-classics-returning-series-and-a-new-snoopy-film-are-all-coming-to-apple-tv/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/these-iphone-17-deals-can-knock-more-than-1000-off-apples-latest-lineup/Tue, 19 May 2026 19:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/these-iphone-17-deals-can-knock-more-than-1000-off-apples-latest-lineup/ Apple Sports is now available in over 170 countries
Apple announced on May 19 that Apple Sports is now available in more than 170 countries and regions worldwide. The update adds World Cup-focused features including tournament brackets, lineup formations, widgets, and Live Activities support for iPhone and Apple Watch.The expansion]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/easily-follow-the-fifa-world-cup-in-over-170-countries-thanks-to-apple-sports-expansion/Tue, 19 May 2026 19:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/easily-follow-the-fifa-world-cup-in-over-170-countries-thanks-to-apple-sports-expansion/ Apple's newest C-suite member Johny Srouji
Srouji's new role was announced alongside the news that Tim Cook is to be replaced by John Ternus, and practically immediately, he began reshuffling teams. It was a practical reorganization since he was delegating some of his previous responsibilities, but accor]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/second-hardware-team-shakeup-in-a-month-seeks-to-speed-up-development/Tue, 19 May 2026 18:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/second-hardware-team-shakeup-in-a-month-seeks-to-speed-up-development/ Grab record-low prices on Apple's 2026 16-inch MacBook Pro at Amazon.
Save $250 on retail configurations from Apple's 2026 16-inch MacBook Pro line, with prices starting at a record low $2,449.Released in March 2026, the M5 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro features higher unified memory bandwidth and is equipped with Apple's N1 chip for Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6 support.
Continue Re]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-250-off-every-2026-16-inch-macbook-pro-it-sells/Tue, 19 May 2026 18:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-250-off-every-2026-16-inch-macbook-pro-it-sells/ Plex has tripled the price of its lifetime pass to $749.99
For years, people with extensive digital home libraries of content have relied on Plex to create their own private in-house Netflix. However, after a change to how it is priced, some users may decide to look elsewhere.The Lifetime Plex Pass is for]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/plex-lifetime-pass-price-hike-to-750-is-ludicrous-amp-too-expensive-for-hosting-video/Tue, 19 May 2026 16:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/plex-lifetime-pass-price-hike-to-750-is-ludicrous-amp-too-expensive-for-hosting-video/ iPhone Fold will have a seamless hinge
The idea seems to be that Apple will effectively train Chinese manufacturers on how to make the perfect hinge, and then may use the idea itself for an iPad Fold. Although most recent rumors have claimed that Apple has postponed working on a folding iPad, or may never release one, and opinions are]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-iphone-fold-hinge-design-may-become-industry-standard/Tue, 19 May 2026 16:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-iphone-fold-hinge-design-may-become-industry-standard/ Some accessibility updates arriving in 2026 - Image credit: Apple
Apple is still a few weeks away from showing off its new operating system updates at WWDC. However, as has become tradition for the iPhone maker, it is giving an early glimpse of some changes in accessibility features that are on the way.The changes are outlined ahead of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/vision-pro-wheelchair-control-amp-more-accessibility-features-detailed-ahead-of-wwdc/Tue, 19 May 2026 16:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/vision-pro-wheelchair-control-amp-more-accessibility-features-detailed-ahead-of-wwdc/ Apple has brought the MagSafe grip back to the Apple Store online on May 19 in three new colors through a collaboration between Bailey Hikawa and PopSockets. The accessory first launched in November 2025 as a limited-edition Apple collaboration designed for users with disabilities affecting gri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hikawa-grip-amp-stand-for-iphone-launches-globally-at-a-new-lower-price/Tue, 19 May 2026 16:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hikawa-grip-amp-stand-for-iphone-launches-globally-at-a-new-lower-price/ Epic's latest move comes with an Apple-inspired ad
If you only listened to Epic CEO Tim Sweeney, you'd think the Epic versus Apple trial was already decided. In yet another marketing-style push, Epic is attempting to sway legislators around the world with a flashy ad campaign.A press release and a new social media ad from]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/epic-games-declares-victory-royale-months-ahead-of-apple-case-conclusion/Tue, 19 May 2026 15:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/epic-games-declares-victory-royale-months-ahead-of-apple-case-conclusion/ Apple Vision Pro could see improvements to its Personas feature during video calls
Following its acquisition of firms that may help with new features in Apple Creator Studio, Apple has now also bought a firm that specializes in avatars. Animato, Inc, develops avatar software specifically for use in video chats and lessons.The company appears to have no web]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-vision-pro-personas-may-be-improved-with-apples-new-acquisition/Tue, 19 May 2026 14:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-vision-pro-personas-may-be-improved-with-apples-new-acquisition/ iPhone Fold will have a seamless hinge
The idea seems to be that Apple will effectively train Chinese manufacturers on how to make the perfect hinge, and then may use the idea itself for an iPad Fold. Although most recent rumors have claimed that Apple has postponed working on a folding iPad, or may never release one, and opinions are]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/seamless-hinges-for-the-iphone-fold-may-be-copied-by-rivals-and-by-apple-itself-for-an-ipad-fold/Tue, 19 May 2026 13:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/seamless-hinges-for-the-iphone-fold-may-be-copied-by-rivals-and-by-apple-itself-for-an-ipad-fold/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-next-gen-siri-app-may-lean-heavily-on-googles-ai/Mon, 18 May 2026 23:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-next-gen-siri-app-may-lean-heavily-on-googles-ai/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/nab-an-apple-watch-series-11-for-less-with-these-top-deals/Mon, 18 May 2026 22:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/nab-an-apple-watch-series-11-for-less-with-these-top-deals/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/these-iphone-air-deals-can-put-apples-thinnest-phone-in-your-pocket-for-free/Mon, 18 May 2026 22:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/these-iphone-air-deals-can-put-apples-thinnest-phone-in-your-pocket-for-free/ Apple has announced the finalists for its 2026 Design Awards.
Every year, Apple recognizes App Store applications that demonstrate genuine innovation and ingenuity. Through its annual Apple Design Awards, the company highlights its top picks across several app categories, celebrating developers and their creative efforts.On Monday, all apps that were nominated for the 2026 Apple Desi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-design-awards-2026-finalists-include-cyberpunk-2077-amp-civilization-vii/Mon, 18 May 2026 21:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-design-awards-2026-finalists-include-cyberpunk-2077-amp-civilization-vii/ A May 17 Weibo post from leaker "Instant Digital" claimed Apple is researching improved titanium alloys for future iPhones rather than abandoning the material entirely. The post also claimed Apple is still exploring liquid metal and glass for future premium iPhone designs.Instant Digital]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/rumored-return-to-titanium-after-the-aluminum-iphone-17-pro-doesnt-make-sense/Mon, 18 May 2026 21:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/rumored-return-to-titanium-after-the-aluminum-iphone-17-pro-doesnt-make-sense/ iOS 27 will see some improvements to its various AI tools
Apple announces new features for iOS each year during WWDC, and sometimes, early builds lead to leaks of features being tested. While these leaks frustrate Apple engineers that would prefer to keep them a surprise, they're sometimes obvious]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/improved-writing-tools-generated-wallpapers-amp-easier-shortcut-creation-rumored-for-ios-27/Mon, 18 May 2026 20:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/improved-writing-tools-generated-wallpapers-amp-easier-shortcut-creation-rumored-for-ios-27/ A logo used to promote WWDC 2026 - Image Credit: Apple
Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference is the big event for developers working in the Apple ecosystem. The 2026 edition is sure to be exciting as usual, and the company is preparing to get people involved.On Monday, Apple started sending out invitations to members of the media to attend a special event]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc-2026-media-invites-read-coming-bright-up-as-the-june-8-conference-approaches/Mon, 18 May 2026 20:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc-2026-media-invites-read-coming-bright-up-as-the-june-8-conference-approaches/ The folding screen doesn't seem to be a problem anymore, but the hinge apparently is. Render of a possible iPhone Fold: AppleInsider
It's previously been reported that the expected iPhone Fold has entered manufacturing testing, but also that it has encountered problems. Initially, the only reports were of some unexpected issues, bu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/problematic-hinge-could-delay-the-iphone-fold/Mon, 18 May 2026 18:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/problematic-hinge-could-delay-the-iphone-fold/ Apple launched its biggest Apple Card sign-up promotion yet with up to $250 in Bonus Daily Cash tied to an AirPods Pro 3 purchase. The deal spreads the reward across months of required card usage instead of offering an upfront rebate.The promotion applies only to new Apple Card customers who open an account and pur]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/getting-free-airpods-pro-3-sounds-simple-until-the-apple-card-fine-print-kicks-in/Mon, 18 May 2026 18:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/getting-free-airpods-pro-3-sounds-simple-until-the-apple-card-fine-print-kicks-in/ Get an iPad for just $299 at Amazon.
Steep discounts on Apple's iPad line are in effect at Amazon this week, with a return of the popular $299 iPad 11. At press time, all four color options are eligible for the $50 price drop.Buy iPad 11 for $299
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-popular-299-ipad-11-deal-is-back-this-week/Mon, 18 May 2026 18:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-popular-299-ipad-11-deal-is-back-this-week/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/introducing-the-2026-apple-design-award-finalists/Mon, 18 May 2026 17:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/introducing-the-2026-apple-design-award-finalists/ The sensors on the back of the current Apple Watch Ultra 3Following reports that the regular Apple Watch Series 12 will not be a major update, there are now reports that the Apple Watch Ultra 4 will be. According to Digitimes, the new model will have a visible redesign that includes the addition of further unspecified sensors]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-ultra-could-get-first-major-redesign-for-version-4/Mon, 18 May 2026 17:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-ultra-could-get-first-major-redesign-for-version-4/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/coming-bright-up/Mon, 18 May 2026 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/coming-bright-up/ MacBook Pro with WWDC 2026 wallpaper
Whether it's fuelled by wishful thinking or click bait, WWDC coverage invariably includes commentary on new Mac releases. And it invariably goes that before the event, it is rumored or certain or sometimes apparently confirmed, that there will be new Mac hardware.Then almost always, there isn't. And]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-expect-new-macs-at-wwdc-2026/Mon, 18 May 2026 16:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-expect-new-macs-at-wwdc-2026/ Smart Home Insider Podcast
A man of multiple hats, Daniel Moneta pulls double duty as the Chair of the Matter Marketing and Product Subgroup at the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA) but also represents Samsung in product and marketing for SmartThings.This gives him a unique perspective on SmartThings, Matter, and how ecosystems are adopting an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-samsung-smartthings-is-embracing-matter-on-smart-home-insider/Mon, 18 May 2026 15:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-samsung-smartthings-is-embracing-matter-on-smart-home-insider/ The malware abuses AppleScript and legitimate macOS system processes to hide its activity and avoid some traditional malware scanning tools.SentinelOne said Reaper is a more advanced version of the SHub Stealer malware family]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-infostealer-malware-hides-on-mac-disguised-as-official-apple-tools/Mon, 18 May 2026 15:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-infostealer-malware-hides-on-mac-disguised-as-official-apple-tools/ Is Apple Intelligence something the iPhone even needs?
On Friday, Wes had asked me if I wanted to write a piece on what I thought AI was good for, versus what it is decidedly not good for. Yes, he knows exactly what he was doing with that "harmless pitch."He is, after all, someone who routinely tags me in Slack with some]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ai-is-making-smartphones-verifiably-worse-by-design/Mon, 18 May 2026 13:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ai-is-making-smartphones-verifiably-worse-by-design/ Tim Cook in a previous visit to India — image credit: Apple
In its antitrust investigation against Apple, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) has been trying to get the company to submit audited statements for 2022 to 2024. Apple has so far refused to do so while it separately argues against details of the ve]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/indias-apple-antitrust-case-gets-minor-reprieve-as-fears-of-38-billion-fine-continue/Mon, 18 May 2026 13:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/indias-apple-antitrust-case-gets-minor-reprieve-as-fears-of-38-billion-fine-continue/ Sunday Reboot: Liquid Glass, Cats, and Cook
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.This week, Apple's ambitions to expand its F1 coverage got knocked back, hackers attacked supply chain partner Foxcon]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-liquid-glass-appreciation-cook-in-china-and-cats/Sun, 17 May 2026 22:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-liquid-glass-appreciation-cook-in-china-and-cats/ AirPods Max 2 [left], Heavys H1H [right]
As a major mainstream tech company, Apple has an incentive to design to accommodate as many people as possible.Its products may not necessarily have everything a particular person wants in an item. But even so, it will still be close enough to be acceptable for the m]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-max-2-vs-heavys-h1h-heavy-metal-headphones-compared/Sun, 17 May 2026 20:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-max-2-vs-heavys-h1h-heavy-metal-headphones-compared/ Apple's new AI strategy won't sacrifice user privacy for gimmicks
When Apple Intelligence was revealed during WWDC 2024, Apple had a hybrid system in place that would ultimately fail to deliver. Delays ensued, and it seems that the long wait is over for Apple's true AI strategy to emerge.According to the Power On newsletter, Apple won't]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/privacy-amp-data-security-will-remain-central-to-apples-2026-ai-push/Sun, 17 May 2026 20:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/privacy-amp-data-security-will-remain-central-to-apples-2026-ai-push/ The launch of Genmoji during an Apple event - Image credit: Apple
Users of Messages will be familiar with the occasional appearance of emoji as a suggestion when typing on the software keyboard. For iOS 27 and iPadOS 27, they may get a lot more options to include Genmoji.The underwhelming Apple Intelligence feature hasn't rea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/genmoji-in-ios-27-will-use-what-you-type-and-whats-in-photos-for-suggestions/Sun, 17 May 2026 18:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/genmoji-in-ios-27-will-use-what-you-type-and-whats-in-photos-for-suggestions/ Apple's new AI strategy won't sacrifice user privacy for gimmicks
When Apple Intelligence was revealed during WWDC 2024, Apple had a hybrid system in place that would ultimately fail to deliver. Delays ensued, and it seems that the long wait is over for Apple's true AI strategy to emerge.According to the Power On newsletter, Apple won't]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/privacy-amp-data-security-will-remain-tantamount-for-apples-2026-ai-push/Sun, 17 May 2026 17:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/privacy-amp-data-security-will-remain-tantamount-for-apples-2026-ai-push/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/9-quick-fixes-for-dropped-calls-that-dont-involve-a-new-phone/Sun, 17 May 2026 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/9-quick-fixes-for-dropped-calls-that-dont-involve-a-new-phone/ Apple Watches
Previous reports have said that the Apple Watch Series 12 may get significant software updates, but that the hardware would remain much as it is with the current model. Now Bloomberg is reporting that there won't be many changes to hardware or software at all.Specifically, the report says there will definitely be at least one new Watch face, plus performance imp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-series-12-probably-wont-get-a-major-update/Sun, 17 May 2026 16:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-series-12-probably-wont-get-a-major-update/ Current Siri has a colorful animation, but none of the New Siri smarts.Back in WWDC 2024, Apple introduced its new Siri with contextual awareness and other major improvements for the digital assistant. However, while it ultimately didn't arrive later in the year in iOS 18, and didn't even make it to iOS 26, it is now expected to turn up in iOS 27.Howeve]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/revamped-siri-may-launch-in-beta-despite-two-year-delay/Sun, 17 May 2026 16:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/revamped-siri-may-launch-in-beta-despite-two-year-delay/ The Manhasset 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-how-the-long-island-truck-hijackers-were-caught/Sun, 17 May 2026 13:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/crime-blotter-how-the-long-island-truck-hijackers-were-caught/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-your-iphone-batterys-draining-faster-after-ios-265-dont-panic/Sun, 17 May 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-your-iphone-batterys-draining-faster-after-ios-265-dont-panic/ X in the App Store.In August 2025, Elon Musk's xAI sued Apple and OpenAI, claiming that a partnership between the two affected Grok's standings in the App Store. Specifically, Musk's xAI accused Apple of bias in its App Store rankings, preventing Grok and X from getting the top spot in favor of ChatGPT.As the antitru]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/craig-federighi-dragged-into-musks-apple-openai-lawsuit/Sat, 16 May 2026 16:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/craig-federighi-dragged-into-musks-apple-openai-lawsuit/ An image from an Epic Games video mocking Apple's 1984 ad - Image Credit: Epic Games
The May 6 decision by the Supreme Court to decline Apple's request for a stay on a mandate to meet Epic Games to negotiate a new commission rate means more legal action in the coming months. In preparation, the two]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-epic-agree-on-pre-court-schedule-for-new-fee-proposals/Sat, 16 May 2026 14:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-epic-agree-on-pre-court-schedule-for-new-fee-proposals/ Apple now involved in a lawsuit involving vehicle modifications
Governments subpoena Apple for information all of the time, but that doesn't mean it gets handed over automatically. Apple will push back if the scope of the request is too broad or vague.In the case of the EZ Lynk lawsuit, the US Department of Justice has asked Apple a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/doj-emissions-cheating-app-investigation-leads-to-record-user-data-request/Sat, 16 May 2026 13:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/doj-emissions-cheating-app-investigation-leads-to-record-user-data-request/ Apple shares closed at a new record high of $300.23 on May 15, surpassing both the $300 mark and the company's previous closing record of $287.51 set on May 6. Earlier in 2026, investors worried about delayed Siri features, slowing hardware growt]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-shares-closed-over-300-for-the-first-time-as-investors-look-past-ai-concerns/Sat, 16 May 2026 13:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-shares-closed-over-300-for-the-first-time-as-investors-look-past-ai-concerns/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/download-ios-265-now-to-bring-end-to-end-encrypted-rcs-messaging-to-your-iphone/Sat, 16 May 2026 12:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/download-ios-265-now-to-bring-end-to-end-encrypted-rcs-messaging-to-your-iphone/ Apple shares closed at a new record high of $300.23 on May 15, surpassing both the $300 mark and the company's previous closing record of $287.51 set on May 6. Earlier in 2026, investors worried about delayed Siri features, slowing hardware growth,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-shares-climbed-to-a-record-high-as-investors-look-past-ai-concerns/Fri, 15 May 2026 22:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-shares-climbed-to-a-record-high-as-investors-look-past-ai-concerns/ Google's Gemini Intelligence has been announced
Google announced its new suite of AI features under the Gemini Intelligence banner during a streamed event on May 12, 2026. That's less than a month before Apple's WWDC 2026 event kicks off on June 8.Surely, that isn't a coincidence.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Disc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/gemini-intelligence-announcement-hopes-to-steal-apples-siri-thunder-but-falls-short/Fri, 15 May 2026 20:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/gemini-intelligence-announcement-hopes-to-steal-apples-siri-thunder-but-falls-short/ Apple now involved in a lawsuit involving vehicle modifications
Governments subpoena Apple for information all of the time, but that doesn't mean it gets handed over automatically. Apple will push back if the scope of the request is too broad or vague.In the case of the EZ Lynk lawsuit, the US Department of Justice has asked Apple and G]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/doj-investigation-into-vehicle-modding-hardware-leads-to-apple-subpoena/Fri, 15 May 2026 20:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/doj-investigation-into-vehicle-modding-hardware-leads-to-apple-subpoena/ CEO Amjad Masad said on May 15 that Replit had "worked things out with Apple" and published its first iPhone app update in four months. The update brings Replit Agent 4 to mobile users, along with support for parallel agents, team collaboration through merge flows, and project viewing across w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-treatment-of-ai-coding-apps-could-be-shifting-with-replit-update/Fri, 15 May 2026 19:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-treatment-of-ai-coding-apps-could-be-shifting-with-replit-update/ Apple could essentially give away AirPods Pro 3 with new Apple Card promotion
Apple has largely avoided the large signup bonuses commonly used across the credit card industry. Early Apple Card marketing focused on privacy features, Daily Cash rewards, Wallet integration, spendin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-apple-card-promotion-could-net-applicants-free-airpods-pro-3/Fri, 15 May 2026 19:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-apple-card-promotion-could-net-applicants-free-airpods-pro-3/ Apple's AirPods Max took years to develop
The original AirPods came out in 2016, and AirPods Max weren't launched until 2020. So it's an easy assumption that Apple only decided to make AirPods Max once those initial tiny white earbuds had proven to be a success.Then, too, it took so long for AirPods Max to ever be updated that it had]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-max-development-involved-hundreds-of-variations-over-five-years/Fri, 15 May 2026 18:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-max-development-involved-hundreds-of-variations-over-five-years/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/these-deals-shave-hundreds-off-iphone-air-samsung-galaxy-s26-and-other-top-models/Fri, 15 May 2026 16:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/these-deals-shave-hundreds-off-iphone-air-samsung-galaxy-s26-and-other-top-models/ Apple has continually enhanced the iPad's hardware, yet the software remains tethered to an iPhone-like design. The design has always imposed strict sandboxing, limits background activity, and restricted multitasking capabilities.Those choices prioritize security and efficiency but prevent apps from]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ipados-26-review-ipad-finally-feels-more-like-the-computer-it-should-be/Fri, 15 May 2026 16:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ipados-26-review-ipad-finally-feels-more-like-the-computer-it-should-be/ Apple's iOS 26.5 is here, but the improved Siri is not
We've long suspected that Apple will save its Apple Intelligence and especially Siri features to iOS 27, since that's shortly due to be announced at WWDC 2026. But the lack of any improvement with iOS 26.5 does mean that Apple has n]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-265-is-here-ios-27-is-coming-and-android-is-trying-to-get-ahead-of-apple-intelligence-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 15 May 2026 15:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-265-is-here-ios-27-is-coming-and-android-is-trying-to-get-ahead-of-apple-intelligence-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/ TSMC's Arizona campus covers about 2,000 acres. Image credit: Christopher Payne
US manufacturing of Apple processors was already increasing with Intel reportedly conducting a test run of iPhone and Mac chipsets, but now TSMC has approved $20 billion more for its Arizona Fab 21 facility. It's all because of both political pressures worl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-us-chip-plan-gains-steam-thanks-to-20b-tsmc-investment/Fri, 15 May 2026 14:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-us-chip-plan-gains-steam-thanks-to-20b-tsmc-investment/ Owning pets means constant maintenance, but tech can help with that
My background in the nuclear Navy means I spend a lot of time evaluating my day-to-day interactions. So, smart home or not, I tried to find the best ways to optimize everything, including pet care.That has become so much easier over the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/owning-an-apple-home-implementing-smart-pet-solutions/Fri, 15 May 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/owning-an-apple-home-implementing-smart-pet-solutions/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-travel-phone-plans-in-2026-how-to-choose-and-what-to-consider/Fri, 15 May 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-travel-phone-plans-in-2026-how-to-choose-and-what-to-consider/ 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 before him, he was white, mal]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-at-50-tim-cook-the-man-who-grew-apple-by-trillions-of-dollars/Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-at-50-tim-cook-the-man-who-grew-apple-by-trillions-of-dollars/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/pocket-an-iphone-16-or-16e-for-way-less-with-these-cnet-picked-deals/Fri, 15 May 2026 12:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/pocket-an-iphone-16-or-16e-for-way-less-with-these-cnet-picked-deals/ Ikea Matter-over-Thread lineup review: Part of Ikea's new smart home lineup with Matter-over-Thread
Unlike Tradfri, Ikea's last smart home push, the fresh batch of smart home wares doesn't have a unifying name. Instead, it is made up of over 20 individual products.The launch made big w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ikea-matter-over-thread-review-amazing-smart-home-tech-when-they-work/Fri, 15 May 2026 02:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ikea-matter-over-thread-review-amazing-smart-home-tech-when-they-work/ Apple's budget lines need older chipsets, which is perfect fodder for Intel
The relationship between Apple and Intel goes back over 40 years. It seemed to have ended with the advent of Apple Silicon, but the political climate may have tilted things back into Intel's favor.According to a report from supply ch]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-silicon-production-testing-begins-at-intel-with-2027-mass-shipment-target/Thu, 14 May 2026 22:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-silicon-production-testing-begins-at-intel-with-2027-mass-shipment-target/ Amazon has dropped Apple's 1TB M5 MacBook Pro to $1,499 - Image credit: Apple
The $1,499.99 special is available on the 14-inch MacBook Pro with a 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU. It also has 16GB of memory and 1TB of storage, with the $200 discount available in your choice of Space Black or Silver.Buy M5/16GB/1TB MacBook Pro for $1,499.99
Contin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-200-off-1tb-m5-macbook-pro-dropping-price-to-1499/Thu, 14 May 2026 20:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-200-off-1tb-m5-macbook-pro-dropping-price-to-1499/ A May 14 Bloomberg report says OpenAI has enlisted outside legal counsel and discussed options that could include sending Apple a breach-of-contract notice. OpenAI reportedly expected deeper ChatGPT integration across iOS, iPadOS, and macOS to drive large sub]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/openai-considering-suing-apple-because-chatgpt-integrations-werent-a-money-fountain/Thu, 14 May 2026 20:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/openai-considering-suing-apple-because-chatgpt-integrations-werent-a-money-fountain/ The Mac's increasing popularity is a blessing and a curse
Mythos is an early version of a new, more powerful Claude AI model software that is yet to be made public. Anthropic's engineers have warned that it is too good at finding security exploits to allow it into the wild.Now, proof of its abilities has come in the form of an esc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/anthropics-mythos-ai-outsmarted-apples-mac-security-systems/Thu, 14 May 2026 18:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/anthropics-mythos-ai-outsmarted-apples-mac-security-systems/ The latest renders of the Trump T1 phone, along with Trump Mobile's promotional images featuring Eric Trump - images credit: Trump Mobile
Immediately following widespread reports that the Trump T1 cellphone may never ship, Trump Mobile has announced that oh, yes, it will. In a posting on X with another render,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/trump-mobiles-low-end-t1-android-phone-ships-soon-for-iphone-17e-prices/Thu, 14 May 2026 17:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/trump-mobiles-low-end-t1-android-phone-ships-soon-for-iphone-17e-prices/ The malware was disguised as trusted Apple and Yahoo-themed internet infrastructure. Legitimate Windows software and DLL sideloading concealed a modular remote access trojan within ordin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hackers-used-faked-apple-amp-yahoo-infrastructure-to-hide-malware/Thu, 14 May 2026 17:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hackers-used-faked-apple-amp-yahoo-infrastructure-to-hide-malware/ AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon are working together on coverage
Working together for once, the companies have announced an agreement in principle to use satellite-based technologies to help reduce their gaps in coverage. They expect those in unserved and underserved communities to benefit the most.Once up and running, the new]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/unexpected-us-carrier-joint-venture-fires-up-to-expand-iphone-cell-coverage/Thu, 14 May 2026 16:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/unexpected-us-carrier-joint-venture-fires-up-to-expand-iphone-cell-coverage/ The company disclosed the incident on May 13 and confirmed malware linked to the "Mini Shai-Hulud" attack infected two employee devices through the TanStack npm ecosystem. Investigators identified unauthorized access activity in a limited set of internal source]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/another-openai-hack-puts-chatgpt-mac-users-on-an-update-deadline/Thu, 14 May 2026 16:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/another-openai-hack-puts-chatgpt-mac-users-on-an-update-deadline/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-buy-your-next-iphone-let-these-deals-pay-for-it/Thu, 14 May 2026 16:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-buy-your-next-iphone-let-these-deals-pay-for-it/ Thieves have new ways to gain access to stolen iPhones
Apple has built various security features into the iPhone in an attempt to make thieves less likely to target its customers. At the core of those features is the Find My network, the system that makes it possible to locate lost (and stolen) devices.The Find My network]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/thieves-are-unlocking-and-making-more-money-from-stolen-and-locked-iphones/Thu, 14 May 2026 16:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/thieves-are-unlocking-and-making-more-money-from-stolen-and-locked-iphones/ MacBook Neo review: The Mac laptop for most people
I've been using a $599 Blush (read, pink) MacBook Neo for a few weeks now, and I'm in love. It's a wonderful little laptop whose iPhone-powering chip belies its capabilities.I'm going to cut to the chase right out of the gate. Any worries about the performance of the Neo's A18 Pro chip were]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macbook-neo-review-two-months-later-almost-a-macbook-pro-beater/Thu, 14 May 2026 15:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macbook-neo-review-two-months-later-almost-a-macbook-pro-beater/ Liquid Glass has won a prestigious design award - image credit: Apple
Liquid Glass has had some vocal opposition because of issues to do with readability across the Mac, iPhone, and iPad, and Apple is expected to show an improved version at WWDC 2026. But its initial release has earned Apple yet another Gold Cube ADC aw]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/liquid-glass-is-controversial-but-it-just-won-a-prestigious-design-award/Thu, 14 May 2026 14:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/liquid-glass-is-controversial-but-it-just-won-a-prestigious-design-award/ iPhone 20 is tipped to get a new, quad-curved OLED display
Reports have heavily claimed the 2027 iPhone will feature a new micro-curved OLED display to celebrate its 20th year. Now, a new ET News report claims Apple's suppliers are already planning for what comes next.The iPhone 21, set to be announced a year later, will iterate on its predec]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/forget-iphone-20-apples-2028-curved-display-will-be-even-better/Thu, 14 May 2026 13:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/forget-iphone-20-apples-2028-curved-display-will-be-even-better/ An improved Siri could pay off for Apple, eventually - Image Credit: Apple
Evercore isn't the first firm to bet on Apple Intelligence's future, as Wedbush recently raised its target price to a record $400 on the same expectation. Plus Evercore has remained steadily bullish on Apple,with this latest rise being its fifth since September 202]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/evercore-tells-investors-to-stick-with-apple-raising-price-target-to-365/Thu, 14 May 2026 13:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/evercore-tells-investors-to-stick-with-apple-raising-price-target-to-365/ President Donald Trump and Apple CEO Tim Cook at a previous meeting
Apple CEO Tim Cook has left his successor, John Ternus, minding the store as he once again visits China. Rather than representing Apple per se, though, Cook is one of around a dozen senior US businesspeople invited to join Trump on his trip.Cook reportedly did not travel with Trump on Air For]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-is-back-in-china-this-time-with-trump-and-elon-musk/Thu, 14 May 2026 12:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-is-back-in-china-this-time-with-trump-and-elon-musk/ Grab B&H's blowout MacBook Air deal now through May 15 - Image credit: Apple
The $829 blowout special applies to the closeout M4 13-inch MacBook Air with an 8-core GPU, 16GB of unified memory, and 256GB of storage when ordered in the Sky Blue finish.Buy M4 MacBook Air for $829
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/flash-deal-grab-apples-m4-macbook-air-for-just-829/Wed, 13 May 2026 21:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/flash-deal-grab-apples-m4-macbook-air-for-just-829/ Apple TV logo
In 2017, Apple poached Wandell from Amazon Studios to join its team at Apple Worldwide Video. When Apple TV launched in 2019, his title became Head of International Content Development.While at Apple, Wandell developed and oversaw production of "Monarch: Legacy of Monsters," "Tehran," "Disclaimer," "Masters of the Air," and "Th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tv-head-of-international-development-jumping-ship-to-start-his-own-production-company/Wed, 13 May 2026 20:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tv-head-of-international-development-jumping-ship-to-start-his-own-production-company/ The App Store includes a lot of AI-coded apps, but Apple is still wary of loosening the leash.Artificial intelligence has led to a swathe of apps hitting the App Store, as developers embrace agentic coding. While Apple is fine with using AI to produce apps, it continues to have trouble bringing apps]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/despite-risks-apple-seeks-ways-to-bring-more-ai-to-the-app-store/Wed, 13 May 2026 20:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/despite-risks-apple-seeks-ways-to-bring-more-ai-to-the-app-store/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-26s-visited-places-feature-is-logging-everywhere-you-go-heres-how-to-stop-it/Wed, 13 May 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-26s-visited-places-feature-is-logging-everywhere-you-go-heres-how-to-stop-it/ Apple slams EU DMA over privacy and innovation risks - for Android
Apple doesn't seem to be listened to by the European Union when it complains about its own experiences trying to work within the Digital Markets Act (DMA). But since the EU has asked for responses to its proposals for Google to open up to rival AI firms, Apple has tried again."The DMs [draft measu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/eus-artificial-intelligence-requirements-are-profoundly-risky-says-apple/Wed, 13 May 2026 16:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/eus-artificial-intelligence-requirements-are-profoundly-risky-says-apple/ M5 Max 16-inch MacBook Pro [left], Samsung Galaxy Book6 Ultra [right]
The premium notebook market is highly competitive, and Apple has been a big part of that particular industry for decades. The MacBook Pro is synonymous with the concept, being an aluminum-clad slab of portable computing for power users on the go.Many have tried to emulate Apple]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m5-max-16-inch-macbook-pro-vs-samsung-galaxy-book6-ultra-compared/Wed, 13 May 2026 15:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m5-max-16-inch-macbook-pro-vs-samsung-galaxy-book6-ultra-compared/ RCS end-to-end encryption is in beta so it doesn't always work right
Sometimes a clever marketing trick or feature highlight can lead to deeply rooted societal divides. What started as a way to show users that they were not using iMessage and potentially being nickeled and dimed for each SMS is now, ann]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/rcs-amp-encryption-havent-fixed-the-green-bubble-problem/Wed, 13 May 2026 14:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/rcs-amp-encryption-havent-fixed-the-green-bubble-problem/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-make-sure-end-to-end-encrypted-rcs-messaging-is-enabled-on-your-iphone/Wed, 13 May 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-make-sure-end-to-end-encrypted-rcs-messaging-is-enabled-on-your-iphone/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-could-give-your-iphone-a-custom-camera-app-and-a-chatgpt-like-siri-finally/Wed, 13 May 2026 03:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-could-give-your-iphone-a-custom-camera-app-and-a-chatgpt-like-siri-finally/ Apple supply chain partner Foxconn suffered a cyberattack at its Wisconsin facility.
Even with Apple's extensive security measures for pre-production designs, the company's supply chain partners often fall victim to cyberattacks. In December 2025, an Apple assembler in China was target]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hackers-attack-foxconn-again-apple-doesnt-appear-to-be-at-risk/Tue, 12 May 2026 23:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hackers-attack-foxconn-again-apple-doesnt-appear-to-be-at-risk/ iRacing zooms onto the Apple Vision Pro via iRacing Connect app
Of course, we already iRacing was coming to Apple Vision Pro, as Eddy Cue, Apple's Services chief, already said as much in April. However, starting Tuesday, May 12, iRacing Connect is available for free in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/premiere-motorsports-simulations-race-onto-the-apple-vision-pro-with-iracing-connect/Tue, 12 May 2026 22:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/premiere-motorsports-simulations-race-onto-the-apple-vision-pro-with-iracing-connect/ US iPhone sales volume rose 1.3% year over year during Q1 2026, according to Counterpoint's US Monthly Smartphone Channel Share Tracker. The US smartphone market declined 5.7% during the same period, while Android smartphone sales fell 14.4% year over year.Apple gained share across AT]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-17-keeps-driving-apple-marketshare-as-us-smartphone-sales-contract/Tue, 12 May 2026 22:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-17-keeps-driving-apple-marketshare-as-us-smartphone-sales-contract/ Apple Intelligence will get several upgrades in iOS 27
It seems Apple's recent hire of pro camera app Halide co-founder Sebastiaan de With will yield near-immediate results in iOS 27. Tuesday's latest rumor is a continuation in a series of reveals of otherwise obvious feature updates coming soon.Accord]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/easy-to-predict-changes-rumored-for-ios-27-apps-like-a-customizable-camera/Tue, 12 May 2026 22:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/easy-to-predict-changes-rumored-for-ios-27-apps-like-a-customizable-camera/ An Android smartphone and an iPhone
Google I/O 2026 is taking place on May 19 and 20, and the search giant is warming up for its biggest presentation of the year. To prepare its users for that event, it held a smaller presentation on Tuesday about Android.The Android Show I/O Edition 2026 was a 40-minute prerecorded stream, introducing a numbe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-amp-android-interoperability-enhancements-highlighted-at-google-io-preshow/Tue, 12 May 2026 21:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-amp-android-interoperability-enhancements-highlighted-at-google-io-preshow/ Apple Music to host exclusive Lady Gaga concert film on May 14
At 11:00 p.m. Eastern / 8:00 p.m. Pacific, Lady Gaga fans can head to the Apple Music app on their iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, or in-browser at music.apple.com to tune into an exclusive stream of the Mayhem Requiem concert film. In addition to streaming on the app, 15 select AMC theater]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/watch-an-exclusive-lady-gaga-concert-film-on-apple-music-on-may-14/Tue, 12 May 2026 20:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/watch-an-exclusive-lady-gaga-concert-film-on-apple-music-on-may-14/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/despite-dwindling-stock-you-can-save-100-off-the-apple-watch-series-10/Tue, 12 May 2026 19:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/despite-dwindling-stock-you-can-save-100-off-the-apple-watch-series-10/ Save $300 on Apple's high-end M5 MacBook Pro with 32GB RAM - Image credit: Apple
You can snap up the $300 discount on the upgraded 14-inch MacBook Pro configuration in Silver, which drops the M5/32GB/1TB spec down to $1,799 at both B&H and Amazon. If you prefer Space Black, that color is marked down to $1,849 at both retailers as well.
Continue]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/price-war-m5-macbook-pro-with-32gb-ram-1tb-ssd-falls-to-record-low-1799/Tue, 12 May 2026 19:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/price-war-m5-macbook-pro-with-32gb-ram-1tb-ssd-falls-to-record-low-1799/ Image Credit: United States Mint
The United States Mint put up a collection of new designs of American Innovation coin rolls and bags on May 12, representing four states. It seems that the U.S. Mint underestimated the demand for the set, especially for one Apple-related item.The 2026 set represents innovation in four states: Iowa, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/commemorative-us-mint-steve-jobs-coin-sells-out-in-just-11-minutes/Tue, 12 May 2026 19:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/commemorative-us-mint-steve-jobs-coin-sells-out-in-just-11-minutes/ Annual subscriptions are usually cheaper than monthly plans, but until recently, require upfront payment before users know if an app is worth a long-term commitment. Apple is now offering a contract-style subscription system for some third-party App Store apps, allowing users to spre]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-save-on-annual-apple-app-store-subscriptions-with-a-catch/Tue, 12 May 2026 19:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-save-on-annual-apple-app-store-subscriptions-with-a-catch/ Meet the team behind the stylish open-world adventure Infinity Nikki.
Get the most out of your Apple Developer account.
Update your Intel-based Mac apps to Apple silicon.
Read now]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hello-developer-may-2026/Tue, 12 May 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hello-developer-may-2026/ It's too late to just update ChatGPT, you now have to re-download it from the developer
This is not Apple making a judgement on the value of the ChatGPT app on the Mac, it's macOS doing its job. Since 2022, macOS has included Xprotect, a feature you never usually need to know about, but which safeguards the Mac agai]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-your-mac-is-saying-the-chatgpt-app-is-malware-heres-how-to-fix-it/Tue, 12 May 2026 17:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-your-mac-is-saying-the-chatgpt-app-is-malware-heres-how-to-fix-it/ Tandem OLED uses multiple OLED layers - Image Credit: Apple
The iPhone uses OLED for its display tech, and there have been rumors about Apple making a tweak to improve the brightness. A regular leaker with a mixed history insists it isn't happening soon.According to a Monday post from Weibo leaker Instant Digital, the iPhone 18 Pro won't have dual-laye]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/brighter-dual-layer-oled-display-panels-for-iphone-are-still-years-away/Tue, 12 May 2026 17:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/brighter-dual-layer-oled-display-panels-for-iphone-are-still-years-away/ Beloved children's character 'Bluey' takes over Apple Arcade
Starting in May and running through July, Bluey, the titular character of the Emmy-winning children's show that bears her name, is coming to Apple Arcade. But instead of bringing her own game to the service, Bluey is temporarily taking over five games tha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/beloved-childrens-character-bluey-takes-over-five-apple-arcade-titles-for-a-limited-time/Tue, 12 May 2026 17:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/beloved-childrens-character-bluey-takes-over-five-apple-arcade-titles-for-a-limited-time/ iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro both qualify for delayed Apple Intelligence feature rollout payments
Court filings in Landsheft v. Apple Inc. lay out who may qualify, which iPhone models are covered, what information users may need, and when an official claims process cou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-check-whether-your-iphone-qualifies-for-apple-intelligence-settlement-money/Tue, 12 May 2026 16:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-check-whether-your-iphone-qualifies-for-apple-intelligence-settlement-money/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/get-the-most-out-of-your-apple-developer-account/Tue, 12 May 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/get-the-most-out-of-your-apple-developer-account/ History repeating itself: Intel-produced chips may be used in Macs once again
Apple is currently in the middle of its Apple Silicon era, using its own-designed chips in its Mac lineup and other products. Before Apple Silicon, it relied on Intel to provide processors for its Macs.There's a chance t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/intel-inside-and-out-apples-four-decade-long-relationship/Tue, 12 May 2026 13:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/intel-inside-and-out-apples-four-decade-long-relationship/ Wacom MovinkPad 11
Wacom stands as one of the elder leaders in the world of graphic pen displays, producing a variety of pen displays to meet every need. As artists become more mobile in their day-to-day workflow, so grows the need for portable and versatile equipment for creatives on the go.Wacom provided the MovinkPad]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wacom-movinkpad-11-review-good-for-artists-but-mind-your-workflow/Tue, 12 May 2026 02:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wacom-movinkpad-11-review-good-for-artists-but-mind-your-workflow/ Apple hasn't abandoned spatial computing, judging by its research studies.
In April 2026, it was argued that the Apple Vision Pro was an outright failure and that, as a result, we'd never see a successor product. That rumor, though it always seemed unreasonable, has since come into question.Even though the company's Vision Products Group may h]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-studies-explore-llms-spatial-understanding-sign-language-annotation/Tue, 12 May 2026 01:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-studies-explore-llms-spatial-understanding-sign-language-annotation/ Apple Savings has a new but limited web portal
There are various reasons why you might need to manage your Apple Savings account from a device that isn't an iPhone or iPad. That's especially true if you've left the Apple ecosystem.Until recently, that has been basically impossible since everything Apple Savings was handled on App]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-savings-appears-on-the-web-but-only-for-document-access/Mon, 11 May 2026 23:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-savings-appears-on-the-web-but-only-for-document-access/ Save up to $180 on M5 MacBook Air laptops at B&H - Image credit: Apple
B&H's MacBook Air sale delivers bonus discounts in the form of in-cart coupons on top of already reduced prices. With both 13-inch and 15-inch models on sale, now is a great time to pick up a thin-and-light notebook that's was just released and is equ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-up-to-180-on-apples-m5-macbook-air-with-bonus-coupons/Mon, 11 May 2026 23:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-up-to-180-on-apples-m5-macbook-air-with-bonus-coupons/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/score-one-of-apples-latest-watches-the-series-11-for-much-less-with-these-deals/Mon, 11 May 2026 23:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/score-one-of-apples-latest-watches-the-series-11-for-much-less-with-these-deals/ Apple's antitrust trial will request info from Samsung in South Korea
Apple is on trial for allegedly stifling competition through proprietary hardware and software. The US Department of Justice seeks to prove that Apple keeps companies like Samsung from easily serving its customer base.The tri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-headed-to-south-korea-to-fight-off-us-antitrust-case-doj-upset-about-it/Mon, 11 May 2026 23:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-headed-to-south-korea-to-fight-off-us-antitrust-case-doj-upset-about-it/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-latest-iphones-can-be-yours-for-free-through-trade-ins-new-lines-and-more/Mon, 11 May 2026 23:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-latest-iphones-can-be-yours-for-free-through-trade-ins-new-lines-and-more/ Image Credit: United States Mint
In 2018, the United States Mint (Mint) announced that it would honor American innovation and pioneering efforts of individuals or groups with $1 coins. Coins will be issued for each of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and the five U.S. territories.This year, the Mint will be issuing California's coin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/steve-jobs-is-getting-a-marked-up-1-coin-courtesy-us-mint/Mon, 11 May 2026 22:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/steve-jobs-is-getting-a-marked-up-1-coin-courtesy-us-mint/ Tim Cook (left) with President Trump in a previous meeting — image credit: CNBC
President Donald Trump is heading to Beijing to discuss trade with President Xi Jinping, and he's not planning on doing it alone. As he's done in the past, the president has rounded up a collection of CEOs to bring along.Apple's own outbound CEO, Tim Cook, is]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-is-among-16-us-execs-going-to-china-with-trump/Mon, 11 May 2026 21:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-is-among-16-us-execs-going-to-china-with-trump/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-265-is-out-now-and-brings-end-to-end-encrypted-rcs-messaging-to-your-iphone/Mon, 11 May 2026 20:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-265-is-out-now-and-brings-end-to-end-encrypted-rcs-messaging-to-your-iphone/ RCS support will be extended to include end-to-end encryption
Apple continues to make progress on its end-to-end encrypted (E2EE) RCS messaging, following a few months of testing on iOS 26.4 developer betas. Now, it appears that the feature is ready for larger public testing.On Monday, Apple announced that E2EE RCS me]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/large-scale-testing-of-encrypted-rcs-texting-starts-in-ios-265/Mon, 11 May 2026 20:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/large-scale-testing-of-encrypted-rcs-texting-starts-in-ios-265/ Apple pushed a massive slate of security updates
The company released a major round of security updates on May 11, patching vulnerabilities across current and legacy versions of macOS, iOS, and iPadOS. The releases include macOS Tahoe 26.5, macOS Sequoia 15.7.7, macOS Sonoma 14.8.7, iOS 18.7.9, iPadOS 18.7]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/update-your-older-iphone-ipad-or-mac-now-to-get-new-fixes-for-webkit-wi-fi-amp-kernel-flaws/Mon, 11 May 2026 20:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/update-your-older-iphone-ipad-or-mac-now-to-get-new-fixes-for-webkit-wi-fi-amp-kernel-flaws/ iPad models
iPadOS 26.5 is a late-cycle release that focuses on platform changes instead of new interface features. Most updates happen behind the scenes and leave day-to-day use largely unchanged.Apple Maps is the first to see an immediate change in regular use, and signals where Apple is fo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/users-get-an-ipados-265-update-focused-on-services-amp-subscriptions/Mon, 11 May 2026 19:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/users-get-an-ipados-265-update-focused-on-services-amp-subscriptions/ MacBook models
The release arrives without major additions across the interface or built-in apps. macOS Tahoe 26.4, which shipped on March 24, 2026, introduced visible updates across apps and system features, while version 26.5 shifts attention to compatibility and platform work.Mac users shouldn't expect a major shift aft]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macos-265-arrives-with-no-visible-changes-other-than-maps-ads-amp-subscriptions/Mon, 11 May 2026 19:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macos-265-arrives-with-no-visible-changes-other-than-maps-ads-amp-subscriptions/ iOS 26.5 has arrived
The early release time for upgraded Apple Intelligence features powered by new Apple Foundation Models has come and gone. At this point, it seems Apple will wait until WWDC to debut any changes to Apple Intelligence.The iOS 26.5 release that has arrived does have a few changes, but nothing user-fac]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/no-signs-of-upgraded-apple-intelligence-as-ios-265-arrives-for-all-users/Mon, 11 May 2026 19:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/no-signs-of-upgraded-apple-intelligence-as-ios-265-arrives-for-all-users/ Apple's bento box for tvOS 26
As is often the case with tvOS updates, the latest update, tvOS 26.5, is largely a stability and performance update. These updates are crucial to ensure your device is functioning properly.While tvOS 26.5 didn't bring anything to write home about, tvOS 26.4 was quite a bit more notable. In that update, Apple officially removed the iTunes Movies and iTunes TV Sh]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-ships-tvos-265-primarily-focused-on-behind-the-scenes-fixes/Mon, 11 May 2026 19:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-ships-tvos-265-primarily-focused-on-behind-the-scenes-fixes/ visionOS 26.5 is a bug fix update
There are always some kind of updates to apply to an operating system, even if they don't change anything for the user. That's the case for the latest visionOS release.Apple has released visionOS 26.5 with barebones release notes that only mention bug fixes and feature optimizations. The latest OS updates primari]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/visionos-265-bug-fix-update-is-here-for-apple-vision-pro-users/Mon, 11 May 2026 19:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/visionos-265-bug-fix-update-is-here-for-apple-vision-pro-users/ Apple Watch Ultra 2
Once again, Apple has rolled out a watchOS update with no apparent new features, suggesting that watchOS 26.5 is geared toward stability improvements and bug fixes. While Apple occasionally releases features with minor watchOS updates, typically, larger releases are where we see anything of note.watchOS 26.5 is build number 23T570.
Continue Re]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-time-to-update-your-apple-watch-to-watchos-265/Mon, 11 May 2026 19:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-time-to-update-your-apple-watch-to-watchos-265/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/your-iphones-green-bubble-messages-get-safer-with-ios-265-look-for-the-lock/Mon, 11 May 2026 19:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/your-iphones-green-bubble-messages-get-safer-with-ios-265-look-for-the-lock/ Apple has said it wants to broaden Formula 1 coverage outside the United States. But Sky's renewals will keep the UK and Ireland tied to the sport's existing television rights structure.The new agreements keep Sky as Formula 1's live broadcast partner in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sky-sports-blocks-apple-wins-f1-streaming-victory-in-uk-amp-italy/Mon, 11 May 2026 18:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sky-sports-blocks-apple-wins-f1-streaming-victory-in-uk-amp-italy/ Image Credit: Apple TV
May 10 marked the 2026 BAFTA awards, with Apple landing three wins in total. Two of the awards went to Will Smith as drama writer for "Slow Horses," while another went to Rob Coldstream as factual director for "Vietnam: The War That Changed America."The third, however, is the most crucial to this story. The Studio picked up a BAFTA]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tv-hit-the-studio-becomes-the-most-awarded-series-of-the-year/Mon, 11 May 2026 17:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tv-hit-the-studio-becomes-the-most-awarded-series-of-the-year/ Student working successfully at her MacBook - image credit: Apple
Apple has tried being straight with just listing Mac features in its ads for students. It's tried being funny about talking parents into buying Macs, which did not go well.Now with a 93-second ad on YouTube, Apple is]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-apple-ad-pitches-college-students-on-buying-a-mac/Mon, 11 May 2026 16:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-apple-ad-pitches-college-students-on-buying-a-mac/ Smart Home Insider Podcast
Shane Whatley is this week's guest host. He has his own YouTube channel where he tests and reviews smart home products.This episode also happens to be the first episode that we're launching with native support for video within the Apple Podcasts app. Users of Apple Podcasts can freely switch between audio and vid]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/major-w200-update-new-smart-gear-amp-third-party-siri-speakers-on-smart-home-insider/Mon, 11 May 2026 15:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/major-w200-update-new-smart-gear-amp-third-party-siri-speakers-on-smart-home-insider/ Apple Watch SE
Like other Apple products, there are security measures in place on the Apple Watch to make sure only the owner can use it. However, while it is one of the few Apple products to not include biometric security, it's going to be that way for a long time.In a Monday post to Weibo, serial leaker Instant Digital denounces apparent rumors of Apple bringing some form]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-wont-be-getting-on-device-touch-id-anytime-soon/Mon, 11 May 2026 13:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-wont-be-getting-on-device-touch-id-anytime-soon/ Apple has acquired grading app Color.io - image credit: Nick Gunn
It's still the case that the biggest single acquisition Apple has ever made is when it bought Beats for $3 billion, and got itself Jimmy Iovine and Dr. Dre. While the figures for Apple's latest buy is unlikely to be revealed, it should surely be on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-creator-studio-may-get-better-color-correction-features-from-a-tiny-acquisition/Mon, 11 May 2026 13:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-creator-studio-may-get-better-color-correction-features-from-a-tiny-acquisition/ Tony Awards, orange trademarks, and chip issues
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.This week, Apple had to contend with Maryland lawmakers siding with Apple Towson employees after the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-chip-issues-oranges-and-tony-awards/Sun, 10 May 2026 22:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-chip-issues-oranges-and-tony-awards/ The latest marketing image for the T1 - Image Credit: Trump Mobile
Launched back in June 2025, the Trump Organization's Trump Mobile said it would release the T1 smartphone as a "made-in-USA" device. It was a popular device for supporters of President Trump, but no-one's managed to actually get their hand]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/trump-mobiles-t1-is-still-vaporware-a-year-and-59m-later/Sun, 10 May 2026 19:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/trump-mobiles-t1-is-still-vaporware-a-year-and-59m-later/ Liquid Glass is here to stay, but it will be revised
Liquid Glass has had vocal critics, but just as with every version of macOS before, Apple is going to refine and mildly redesign it each year. According to Bloomberg, this year's revision is chiefly concerned with the appearance of different]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/liquid-glass-wont-get-killed-in-macos-27-expect-a-tune-up-instead/Sun, 10 May 2026 17:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/liquid-glass-wont-get-killed-in-macos-27-expect-a-tune-up-instead/ Apple Vision Pro isn't a dead product or an abandoned project
A report relying on a limited-in-scope anonymous leak reached the conclusion that Apple Vision Pro had become an abandoned product line. While the base team may have changed or evolved, the project itself hasn't been given up on.AppleInsider's ini]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/not-dead-yet-apple-vision-still-has-a-future/Sun, 10 May 2026 17:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/not-dead-yet-apple-vision-still-has-a-future/ Tab groups in macOS Monterey
Apple introduced Tab Groups in Safari 15 back in 2021, to help users organize and save groups of frequently-used browser tabs. Five years later, it is planning another change to the feature.A test version of Safari for iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27 has updated the Tab Groups]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/safari-27-will-use-ai-to-automatically-group-your-browser-tabs/Sun, 10 May 2026 17:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/safari-27-will-use-ai-to-automatically-group-your-browser-tabs/ The latest marketing image for the T1 - Image Credit: Trump Mobile
Launched back in June 2025, the Trump Organization's Trump Mobile said it would release the T1 smartphone as a "made-in-USA" device. It was a popular device for supporters of President Trump, but no-one's managed to actually get their hand]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/trump-mobiles-t1-smartphone-is-still-vaporware/Sun, 10 May 2026 15:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/trump-mobiles-t1-smartphone-is-still-vaporware/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/is-your-iphone-lock-screen-missing-the-volume-bar-heres-how-to-bring-it-back/Sun, 10 May 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/is-your-iphone-lock-screen-missing-the-volume-bar-heres-how-to-bring-it-back/ Save up to $500 on MacBook Pro laptops at B&H - Image credit: Apple
The steeper discounts can be found at Apple Authorized Reseller B&H Photo, with a wide range of sale prices offering up to $500 off MacBook Pro laptops. Grab new markdowns on M5, M5 Pro, and M5 Max models (and even a few blowout M4 Pro specials, too).Save up to $500 on MacBook Pros
Continue Reading on AppleIn]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/steeper-discounts-macbook-pros-plunge-to-as-low-as-1499-save-up-to-500/Sun, 10 May 2026 08:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/steeper-discounts-macbook-pros-plunge-to-as-low-as-1499-save-up-to-500/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/before-ios-27-heres-everything-you-need-to-know-about-ios-26/Sat, 09 May 2026 12:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/before-ios-27-heres-everything-you-need-to-know-about-ios-26/ Denon Home series speakers review: These new smart speakers support Siri & Apple Home with premium audio
Japanese audio brand Denon is out with its latest range of speakers: the Denon Home 200, Denon Home 400, and Denon Home 600. While all different sizes and price points, the entire line caters to Apple users with support for c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/denon-home-series-speakers-review-siri-smarts-with-superior-sound/Fri, 08 May 2026 22:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/denon-home-series-speakers-review-siri-smarts-with-superior-sound/ The armed January robbery reportedly netted more than $1.2 million worth of stolen Apple products, including iPhone, MacBooks, iPads, Apple Watch, and accessories. Authorities described the robbery as a co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/federal-prosecutors-bust-suspects-in-million-dollar-apple-delivery-truck-heist/Fri, 08 May 2026 21:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/federal-prosecutors-bust-suspects-in-million-dollar-apple-delivery-truck-heist/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-heres-what-we-know-about-apples-next-flagship-phone/Fri, 08 May 2026 21:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-heres-what-we-know-about-apples-next-flagship-phone/ Save $200 on Apple's M5 MacBook Pro with 24GB RAM - Image credit: Apple
Both Amazon and B&H Photo are offering a $200 discount on Apple's M5 MacBook Pro with 24GB of RAM and 1TB of storage, bringing the Space Black model down to $1,699.Buy M5/24GB/1TB MacBook Pro for $1,699
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/weekend-deal-apples-1tb-m5-macbook-pro-with-24gb-ram-falls-to-1699/Fri, 08 May 2026 20:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/weekend-deal-apples-1tb-m5-macbook-pro-with-24gb-ram-falls-to-1699/ The RC builds arrived one week after the fourth betas. Release candidates are typically the final versions Apple ships publicly unless major bugs force additional revisions during last-minute testing.Build number 23F77 appears on Apple's developer portal for both iOS 26.5 and iPadOS]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/updated-ios-265-amp-ipados-265-rc-2-builds-tighten-final-release/Fri, 08 May 2026 20:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/updated-ios-265-amp-ipados-265-rc-2-builds-tighten-final-release/ Intel could soon be making Apple's chips. Image credit: Intel
Reports had earlier suggested that the two companies were discussing a deal that would help Apple diversify its supply chain. Now, the pair are closer than ever to manufacturing some of Apple's chips in the United States.According to a report Wall Street Journal on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-apple-silicon-chip-in-your-next-device-may-be-made-by-intel/Fri, 08 May 2026 19:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-apple-silicon-chip-in-your-next-device-may-be-made-by-intel/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/brazilian-betting-license-requirement-for-app-store-availability/Fri, 08 May 2026 18:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/brazilian-betting-license-requirement-for-app-store-availability/ Is this "Schmigadoon!" or a party at Apple Park for the hit MacBook Neo? - image credit: Apple
It was predicted before, but now it appears to be absolutely true. The MacBook Neo is so much of a hit that Apple wasn't ready for it and is having to spin back up production lines]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-shortages-iphone-rumors-and-schmigadoon-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 08 May 2026 15:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-shortages-iphone-rumors-and-schmigadoon-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/ The new Siri is coming
Back in April 2025 when Trump's tariffs first struck, Wedbush did cut its Apple price target $325 down to $250, but that was a rare drop. Now it's made a similarly large increase, taking its price target from the $350 it set in December 2025, to $400.This is the highest price targe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wedbush-biggest-bull-on-apple-with-huge-target-price-jump-to-400/Fri, 08 May 2026 13:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wedbush-biggest-bull-on-apple-with-huge-target-price-jump-to-400/ iOS 26 review: Liquid Glass all the way down
My iOS 26 review is going to focus on the changes that actually affected our day-to-day use of the iPhone. There are a lot of new features, app updates, and the Liquid Glass material, but the elephant in the room is the ongoing delays in AI.If you're here for me to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-26-review-one-year-later-liquid-glass-complaints-hide-the-real-problem/Fri, 08 May 2026 13:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-26-review-one-year-later-liquid-glass-complaints-hide-the-real-problem/ Apple is updating its education program with new verification and Apple Watch elligibility
Starting on Friday, May 8, Apple has started to more strictly enforce its education pricing. Previously, while Apple Stores would verify eligibility in person, anyone was able make discounted purchases by visiting the virtual education store.A]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-store-education-purchase-verification-process-expands-to-us/Fri, 08 May 2026 12:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-store-education-purchase-verification-process-expands-to-us/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/need-math-help-try-using-this-iphone-messages-feature/Fri, 08 May 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/need-math-help-try-using-this-iphone-messages-feature/ How to pause Activity Rings in watchOS 26
The Activity Rings on the Apple Watch are a great way to keep track of your daily movement, exercise, and standing goals. However, there are situations where keeping them active isn't practical.For instance, maintaining your usual activity level could interfere with the recovery process if you're recovering]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-pause-activity-rings-in-watchos-26-when-you-need-a-break/Fri, 08 May 2026 04:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-pause-activity-rings-in-watchos-26-when-you-need-a-break/ Apple's stance on encryption remains unchanged
Apple won't weaken encryption for any government entity because doing so would allow good guys and bad guys better access to user data. As it argued with the FBI after the San Bernardino shooting, there is no such thing as a backdoor "just for the good guys."Canadian leg]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/canadian-encryption-law-could-force-apple-to-take-drastic-action-like-in-uk/Fri, 08 May 2026 04:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/canadian-encryption-law-could-force-apple-to-take-drastic-action-like-in-uk/ GameSir Pocket Taco review
Since Apple enabled the use of emulators on iPhone, the search for the perfect emulation controller began. We've seen many mounts, attachments, and standard controllers, but the Pocket Taco takes a different approach.Instead of simply being a capacitive set of buttons like Gamebaby, t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/gamesir-pocket-taco-review-an-emulator-friendly-retro-controller-with-some-tradeoffs/Fri, 08 May 2026 02:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/gamesir-pocket-taco-review-an-emulator-friendly-retro-controller-with-some-tradeoffs/ Apple could be forced to pay $95 to all iCloud users in the UK, if a class-action lawsuit agains the company is successful.
Apple has had its fair share of lawsuits in the United Kingdom, with ongoing cases regarding App Store fees, an alleged price-fixing scheme with retailers, and more.In November 2024, consumer rights group and publication Which? also s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-cant-avoid-41-billion-icloud-suit-in-uk/Fri, 08 May 2026 00:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-cant-avoid-41-billion-icloud-suit-in-uk/ Liberation Day tariffs and their follow up are both illegal
The so-called "Liberation Day" on April 2, 2025 hit Apple's supply chain like a ton of bricks. A year later, those "reciprocal" tariffs were declared illegal and new global tariffs were put in place immediately.President Trump attempted to utilize a never-]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/more-refunds-possible-for-apple-as-trumps-10-global-tariffs-found-illegal-too/Fri, 08 May 2026 00:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/more-refunds-possible-for-apple-as-trumps-10-global-tariffs-found-illegal-too/ Apple CEO Tim Cook knows how to manage political environments
If there's one well-understood policy held by the Trump administration, it's to show up when requested. One of the few times that Apple CEO Tim Cook didn't show up resulted in a special tariff just for iPhones in May 2025.It's time for Cook]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-ceo-tim-cook-expected-to-get-invite-to-go-to-china-with-trump/Thu, 07 May 2026 22:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-ceo-tim-cook-expected-to-get-invite-to-go-to-china-with-trump/ Image Credit: Rave
In August 2025, Apple had removed Rave from its App Store. According to Rave, Apple never gave the developers the exact reason for doing so."11.4 million users locked out," reads SaveRave.com, "Apple disabled Sign in with Apple for Rave, locking users out of accounts they'd used for years."
Continue Reading on AppleInsider]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/shareplay-is-not-why-co-streaming-app-rave-was-kicked-off-the-app-store/Thu, 07 May 2026 22:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/shareplay-is-not-why-co-streaming-app-rave-was-kicked-off-the-app-store/ Liberty Media CEO Derek Chang said that Formula 1 hasn't faced the "outlash" executives feared after shifting U.S. broadcast rights to Apple TV in 2026. Chang reported stronger engagement, higher viewership, and positive consumer reaction during early race weeke]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/formula-1-apple-tv-switch-didnt-get-the-fan-backlash-executives-feared/Thu, 07 May 2026 21:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/formula-1-apple-tv-switch-didnt-get-the-fan-backlash-executives-feared/ iPhone 17 has nothing to do with Apple's release schedule changes
For years as regular as clockwork, Apple has released its main batch of iPhones in the fall. Many rumors have claimed that Apple will stop doing that this September, releasing the iPhone 18 Pro models but holding back the iPhone 18 to the following spring.However, one Weibo leaker believes t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-iphone-18-2027-release-was-set-before-the-iphone-17-was-launched/Thu, 07 May 2026 21:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-iphone-18-2027-release-was-set-before-the-iphone-17-was-launched/ New AirPods Pro with cameras are expected to look like AirPods Pro 3, shown here
The report by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman on Thursday afternoon claims that there are prototypes with a near-final design working and being tested. They are said to be in the design validation (DVT) testing stage.DVT is the second]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-pro-with-cameras-probably-arent-arriving-in-2026-but-they-are-close/Thu, 07 May 2026 20:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-pro-with-cameras-probably-arent-arriving-in-2026-but-they-are-close/ Save $250 on Apple's 2026 MacBook Pro 14-inch - Image credit: Apple
The lowest price on Apple's new 14-inch MacBook Pro can be found at B&H Photo today,with the standard 1TB M5 Pro model dropping to $1,949 via a $215 instant discount and $35 in-cart coupon.Save $250 on 14" MacBook Pro M5 Pro
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bamphs-1949-m5-pro-macbook-pro-deal-is-back-save-250/Thu, 07 May 2026 20:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bamphs-1949-m5-pro-macbook-pro-deal-is-back-save-250/ Shreela Agarwal uses internal stabilization on iPhone 17 Pro Max while climbing rocks alongside her actors for her film 11.11.
The company highlighted four emerging Indian filmmakers who used iPhone 17 Pro Max to shoot short films through the Mumbai Academy of Moving Image's "MAMI Select: Filmed on iPhone" program. Apple framed the p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/these-iphone-short-films-make-an-incredibly-strong-case-for-indie-filmmaking/Thu, 07 May 2026 20:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/these-iphone-short-films-make-an-incredibly-strong-case-for-indie-filmmaking/ The author's WIzardry box. Not his original, that one is lost to time
I get asked a lot how I got started using Apple products. Specifically, it was an Apple II in the late seventies, no plus, e, C, or GS. Amongst the early titles gifted to young me was the original Wizardry.That was in eighth grade, for graduation. I'm sure some high school grades suffered from having it.
Cont]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-ii-classic-franchise-wizardry-bought-by-similarly-classic-atari/Thu, 07 May 2026 17:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-ii-classic-franchise-wizardry-bought-by-similarly-classic-atari/ Apple Watch joins iPad and Mac for education pricing in select countries
Starting on May 7, Apple Store will now offer discounted pricing on Apple Watch SE 3, Apple Watch Series 11, and Apple Watch Ultra 3 to qualifying users. They include faculty and staff of higher education institutions as well as students who are enrolled or accepted in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/students-amp-teachers-can-get-educational-pricing-on-apple-watch/Thu, 07 May 2026 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/students-amp-teachers-can-get-educational-pricing-on-apple-watch/ Winners of the 2026 Swift Student Challenge have been announced.
Apple announced that the annual Swift Student Challenge saw people from 37 different countries and regions chosen as winners. Of those 350, 50 have been invited to attend the company's WWDC event in June, 2026.But while there are dozens of winners this year, Apple took time to call out four i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-swift-student-challenge-winners-bring-their-apps-to-life-with-ai/Thu, 07 May 2026 16:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-swift-student-challenge-winners-bring-their-apps-to-life-with-ai/ Javier Bardem in "Cape Fear"
Apple has unveiled a darker TV adaptation of "Cape Fear," set to premiere on June 5, 2026, on Apple TV. The 10-episode series stars Amy Adams, Javier Bardem, and Patrick Wilson, with Nick Antosca as the creator and showrunner.With Martin Scorsese and Steven Spielberg as executive producers, this a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amy-adams-faces-javier-bardems-max-cady-in-apple-tv-cape-fear-trailer/Thu, 07 May 2026 16:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amy-adams-faces-javier-bardems-max-cady-in-apple-tv-cape-fear-trailer/ Apple can't keep up with MacBook Neo demand
The $599 MacBook Neo officially went on sale on March 11, 2026, and has been hard to find ever since. Many combinations of color and configuration are considerably back-ordered.Now, Apple is reportedly taking steps to ensure it can sell MacBook Neo lapto]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macbook-neo-shortages-force-new-a18-pro-run-amp-doubled-production-to-keep-up/Thu, 07 May 2026 14:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macbook-neo-shortages-force-new-a18-pro-run-amp-doubled-production-to-keep-up/ Actor James Marsden is to star in "Disavowed" for Apple TV - image credit: Apple
Apple TV has been cornering the market with prestigious dramas in either science fiction or thrillers, and now the likes of "Slow Horses" are to be followed by "Disavowed." Created by Art Marcum and Matt Holloway, it is to be an ongoing series following ex-agent Brad Griffin (Marsde]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-james-marsden-spy-thriller-picked-up-by-apple-tv/Thu, 07 May 2026 14:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-james-marsden-spy-thriller-picked-up-by-apple-tv/ Tim Cook in a previous visit to India — image credit: Apple
Following its 2026 Environmental Progress Report, Apple has announced further efforts in India to help toward the company's goal of being carbon neutral by 2030.The company has announced a series of projects including one expanding on its previous partnership with India's CleanMax r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-india-spending-105-million-on-green-energy-amp-plastic-reduction/Thu, 07 May 2026 13:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-india-spending-105-million-on-green-energy-amp-plastic-reduction/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/is-your-iphone-battery-dying-fast-these-3-ios-features-are-probably-why/Thu, 07 May 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/is-your-iphone-battery-dying-fast-these-3-ios-features-are-probably-why/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/get-rid-of-your-iphones-annoying-alarm-slider-in-a-few-easy-steps/Thu, 07 May 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/get-rid-of-your-iphones-annoying-alarm-slider-in-a-few-easy-steps/ Get the lowest price ever on AirPods Max 2 over-ear headphones.
AirPods Max 2 are now $40 off at Amazon and Walmart, as both retailers compete for your business this week.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/price-war-airpods-max-2-drop-to-record-low-509-ahead-of-mothers-day/Thu, 07 May 2026 05:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/price-war-airpods-max-2-drop-to-record-low-509-ahead-of-mothers-day/ Whole-home audio is easier when you're all-in on a single ecosystem
We're approaching two months in our new home, and I'm finally feeling like we've settled in nicely. If you missed my first installment on this Owning an Apple Home series, check it out to see how I approached the move and setup process.While I'm working on stor]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/owning-an-apple-home-homepods-as-a-whole-home-audio-system/Wed, 06 May 2026 23:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/owning-an-apple-home-homepods-as-a-whole-home-audio-system/ Apple logo [left], Yichun Quinningmeng's logo [right]
Apple's lawsuits cover a lot of important and dull areas, such as patent infringement. However, sometimes Apple's litigious activities can go in some quite unusual directions.The latest was Apple's objection to a trademark filing in the EU from keyboard maker Yi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-takes-a-slice-out-of-a-fruit-shaped-trademark-dispute-in-eu/Wed, 06 May 2026 22:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-takes-a-slice-out-of-a-fruit-shaped-trademark-dispute-in-eu/ iPhone 17 has nothing to do with Apple's release schedule changes
For years as regular as clockwork, Apple has released its main batch of iPhones in the fall. Many rumors have claimed that Apple will stop doing that this September, releasing the iPhone 18 Pro models but holding back the iPhone 18 to the following spring.However, one Weibo leaker believes t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/spring-iphone-18-launch-rumored-since-before-iphone-17-debut-in-spite-of-odd-rumor/Wed, 06 May 2026 19:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/spring-iphone-18-launch-rumored-since-before-iphone-17-debut-in-spite-of-odd-rumor/ Apple has failed to have App Store feel rulings postponed
The new decision is the latest defeat for Apple that has resulted from the 2020 lawsuit against Epic. Apple won the great majority of that case, yet it is still embroiled in legal battles over it.On Monday, May 4, 2026, Apple asked the Supreme Court for a stay on a mandate that saw i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/supreme-court-denies-apple-breathing-space-in-epic-fight/Wed, 06 May 2026 19:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/supreme-court-denies-apple-breathing-space-in-epic-fight/ Apple has failed to have App Store feel rulings postponed
The new decision is the latest defeat for Apple that has resulted from the 2020 lawsuit against Epic. Apple won the great majority of that case, yet it is still embroiled in legal battles over it.On Monday, May 4, 2026, Apple asked the Supreme Court for a stay on a mandate that saw i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/supreme-court-denies-apples-hopes-for-breathing-space-in-its-fight-against-epic/Wed, 06 May 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/supreme-court-denies-apples-hopes-for-breathing-space-in-its-fight-against-epic/ Apple Original Film "Propeller One-Way Night Coach"
Travolta makes his directorial debut with the movie, which he also wrote, narrated, and produced. Due to premiere on Apple TV on May 29, it's described as a coming-of-age aviation story centered on a young airplane enthusiast named Jeff]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/john-travoltas-directorial-debut-on-apple-tv-romanticizes-the-golden-age-of-flying/Wed, 06 May 2026 17:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/john-travoltas-directorial-debut-on-apple-tv-romanticizes-the-golden-age-of-flying/ Apple TV's 'Schmigadoon!' earns 12 Tony Award nominations
Apple may have pulled the plug on "Schmigadoon!" in early 2024, but it's still reaping the rewards of this popular show. While it was canceled on Apple TV after two seasons, and with a third one already written, the show got a stage adaptation in 2025 and eventually debuted on Broadway in 2026.The Broadway production is]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/schmigadoon-earns-apples-first-ever-tony-nominations-despite-being-cancelled-on-tv/Wed, 06 May 2026 17:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/schmigadoon-earns-apples-first-ever-tony-nominations-despite-being-cancelled-on-tv/ Energizer Ultimate Child Shield coin batteries include the version used to power Apple AirTag
Apple has previously dealt with a lot of criticism over the extremely useful AirTag, due to its power source. As a very compact device, it uses a lithium coin cell battery, which has been deemed a choking hazard by regulators.This has already led to Apple updating its warnin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/energizers-ultimate-child-shield-batteries-minimizes-burns-if-your-child-swallows-an-airtag-battery/Wed, 06 May 2026 16:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/energizers-ultimate-child-shield-batteries-minimizes-burns-if-your-child-swallows-an-airtag-battery/ iPhone led the global smartphone market in Q1 2026
Apple's success in the smartphone market for the first quarter spanned multiple areas, including improvements in growth and shipments of the iPhone outpacing its rivals.Apple's stellar Q2 2026 financial results included a revenue bump from the iPhone, among other factors. I]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/smartphone-market-led-by-apples-iphone-in-post-holiday-sales/Wed, 06 May 2026 15:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/smartphone-market-led-by-apples-iphone-in-post-holiday-sales/ Render of a possible iPhone 18 Pro - image credit: AppleInsider
For years now, BOE has been making large-scale investment in display manufacturing in order to gain iPhone orders from Apple. It even managed to supply some screens for the iPhone 17 Pro, but according to The Elec, Apple is going with Samsung Display and LG Display for at least most of its next OLED]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/boe-just-cant-make-good-enough-iphone-screens-in-volume/Wed, 06 May 2026 15:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/boe-just-cant-make-good-enough-iphone-screens-in-volume/ Purported CAD images of the iPhone 17 range with a smaller Dynamic Island than before - image credit: @earlyappleleaks
It's not as if it's impossible that the iPhone 18 range will feature a reduced Dynamic Island, as very many previous rumors have also claimed this, even if some have seemed to be wishful thinking. But now leaker @EarlyAppl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/smaller-iphone-18-dynamic-island-rumor-surfaces-again/Wed, 06 May 2026 14:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/smaller-iphone-18-dynamic-island-rumor-surfaces-again/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/before-ios-265-here-are-all-the-features-ios-264-brought-to-your-iphone/Wed, 06 May 2026 12:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/before-ios-265-here-are-all-the-features-ios-264-brought-to-your-iphone/ A May 4 Weibo post from Chinese leaker Fixed Focus Digital claims Apple is extending iPhone 17 production, increasing output and preparing inventory through November 2026 for China's Double 11 shopping period.Normally, the iPhone Pro and non-pro lineups are expected to debut in September, with full ava]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-best-signal-yet-that-iphone-18-wont-ship-until-2027-has-arrived/Wed, 06 May 2026 11:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-best-signal-yet-that-iphone-18-wont-ship-until-2027-has-arrived/ Apple has settled a class-action lawsuit over its delayed Siri features.
At WWDC 2024, as part of its Apple Intelligence announcements, Apple previewed major enhancements for Siri. The virtual assistant was supposed to receive an AI-powered cognitive boost, allowing for advanced in-app actions, contextual awareness, and more.The company went so f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/delayed-siri-features-class-action-suit-ends-with-massive-250m-settlement/Wed, 06 May 2026 01:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/delayed-siri-features-class-action-suit-ends-with-massive-250m-settlement/ Apple has settled a class-action lawsuit over its delayed Siri features.
At WWDC 2024, as part of its Apple Intelligence announcements, Apple previewed major enhancements for Siri. The virtual assistant was supposed to receive an AI-powered cognitive boost, allowing for advanced in-app actions, contextual awareness, and more.The company went so f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/lawsuit-over-delayed-siri-features-reaches-massive-250m-settlement/Tue, 05 May 2026 23:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/lawsuit-over-delayed-siri-features-reaches-massive-250m-settlement/ Apple Mac Studio
The ongoing memory supply problem has claimed another victim from Apple's roster. After the removal of the 512GB RAM option for the Mac Studio in March, Apple has slimmed down its product options a bit more, as component costs bite.This time, it's not just the Mac Studio that's being hit. The Mac]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-culls-more-high-end-mac-mini-mac-studio-configs/Tue, 05 May 2026 22:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-culls-more-high-end-mac-mini-mac-studio-configs/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/weve-found-the-best-deals-thatll-help-you-nab-an-iphone-for-free/Tue, 05 May 2026 22:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/weve-found-the-best-deals-thatll-help-you-nab-an-iphone-for-free/ Apple Towson employees. Credit: IAMAW
Apple's battle with its Towson location continues, with Maryland lawmakers stepping in to "express serious concern" over Apple's choice to close the store. On May 4, lawmakers penned a congressional delegation to Apple, which reads:"We urge Apple to reconsider whether there are viable paths forward t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/maryland-lawmakers-stand-with-apple-towson-employees-after-store-closure-announcement/Tue, 05 May 2026 20:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/maryland-lawmakers-stand-with-apple-towson-employees-after-store-closure-announcement/ iPhone users will get more AI options in iOS 27
Apple has been trying to catch up to the rest of the AI market, but it may not have to worry about doing so for iOS 27. If a report is true, Apple will be making it easier to use third-party alternates throughout the operating system.According to sources of Bloomberg on Tuesday, users will be able to s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-users-will-get-to-select-a-preferred-ai-model-in-ios-27/Tue, 05 May 2026 20:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-users-will-get-to-select-a-preferred-ai-model-in-ios-27/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/stop-being-so-dependent-on-your-iphone-make-it-a-dumb-phone-instead/Tue, 05 May 2026 19:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/stop-being-so-dependent-on-your-iphone-make-it-a-dumb-phone-instead/ A May 4 Weibo post from Chinese leaker Fixed Focus Digital claims Apple is extending iPhone 17 production, increasing output and preparing inventory through November 2026 for China's Double 11 shopping period.Normally, the iPhone Pro and non-pro lineups are expected to debut in September, with full ava]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-best-signal-yet-that-iphone-18-wont-ship-until-2026-has-arrived/Tue, 05 May 2026 18:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-best-signal-yet-that-iphone-18-wont-ship-until-2026-has-arrived/ Grab the lowest price on record today only for the M5 Pro MacBook Pro - Image credit: Apple
Apple Authorized Reseller B&H Photo is beating Amazon's price today with a flash deal on the standard 2026 14-inch MacBook Pro with an M5 Pro chip, dropping the price to $1,949.Buy M5 Pro MacBook Pro for $1,949
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/today-only-grab-apples-1tb-14-inch-macbook-pro-with-m5-pro-for-1949/Tue, 05 May 2026 17:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/today-only-grab-apples-1tb-14-inch-macbook-pro-with-m5-pro-for-1949/ Workers at Block Imaging - Image Credit: Apple
Launched in 2025, the Apple Manufacturing Academy in Detroit provided a way to teach U.S. workers how to use new technologies in production. In the first Apple Manufacturing Academy Spring Forum held in East Lansing, Michigan, the program has been shown to be improving]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-manufacturing-academy-helps-hundreds-of-us-businesses-embrace-ai/Tue, 05 May 2026 15:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-manufacturing-academy-helps-hundreds-of-us-businesses-embrace-ai/ A 20th-anniversary iPhone is expected in 2027 - Image credit: AppleInsider
Apple is expected to be bringing out the 20th-anniversary edition of the iPhone in 2027, and there have been many wild claims about the model. Now, it is believed that the release will bring with it an often-rumored technology to its edges.In a post to Weibo, serial lea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/curved-glass-20th-anniversary-iphone-may-finally-introduce-solid-state-buttons/Tue, 05 May 2026 14:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/curved-glass-20th-anniversary-iphone-may-finally-introduce-solid-state-buttons/ Apple processors are made by TSMC, but that could change
Rumors have come and gone about Apple buying Intel for its US foundries, but something about that idea stuck. More recent rumors suggested Apple could start relying on Intel for Apple Silicon production as soon as 2027 or 2028.According to a new report from Bloomberg, Apple has been con]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/samsung-amp-intel-considered-as-alternatives-to-tsmc-for-apple-silicon-production/Tue, 05 May 2026 06:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/samsung-amp-intel-considered-as-alternatives-to-tsmc-for-apple-silicon-production/ Meet some of the inspiring people who are making a difference in the Apple developer community through technical contributions, thoughtful mentorship, and a commitment to helping others succeed.Meet the community]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/to-those-who-build-community/Tue, 05 May 2026 02:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/to-those-who-build-community/ Boox Go 10.3 Gen II
Boox is back at it again with the lineup refresh. This time, we're taking a look at the second-gen iteration of the Boox Go 10.3, Boox's iPad Air-sized e-ink tablet.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/boox-go-103-gen-ii-review-this-refresh-is-both-better-and-somehow-worse-than-the-last-one/Tue, 05 May 2026 02:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/boox-go-103-gen-ii-review-this-refresh-is-both-better-and-somehow-worse-than-the-last-one/ Boox Go 10.3 Gen II
Boox is back at it again with the lineup refresh. This time, we're taking a look at the second-gen iteration of the Boox Go 10.3, Boox's iPad Air-sized e-ink tablet.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/boox-go-103-gen-ii-review-somehow-both-better-and-worse-than-the-last/Tue, 05 May 2026 02:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/boox-go-103-gen-ii-review-somehow-both-better-and-worse-than-the-last/ The standard iPhone 17 was the world's top-selling smartphone during Q1 2026.
Across the world, and especially in key markets like China and the United States, the iPhone 17 range has proven to be quite popular with consumers. Apple made that clear when it revealed its record-breaking March quarter results.Apple experienced a 20% increase in iPhone s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/worlds-best-selling-smartphone-for-q1-2026-is-iphone-17-as-expected/Tue, 05 May 2026 00:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/worlds-best-selling-smartphone-for-q1-2026-is-iphone-17-as-expected/ Apple's control of the App Store continues to be challenged in court
The Apple vs Epic case could go down as one of the more convoluted cases Apple has ever faced. The back and forth that has taken place since Epic first filed a lawsuit in 2020 will take you at least two hours to read through.In a new filing viewed by AppleInsi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/epic-vs-apple-fight-could-be-put-on-hold-again-if-supreme-court-sides-with-apple/Mon, 04 May 2026 23:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/epic-vs-apple-fight-could-be-put-on-hold-again-if-supreme-court-sides-with-apple/ Apple slams EU DMA over privacy and innovation risks
Two years after the Digital Market Act went into effect, Apple is still vehemently opposed to the European Union telling it what to do.It's hardly a new stance. Apple has been beating the same]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/eu-dma-after-action-review-didnt-go-the-way-that-apple-wanted/Mon, 04 May 2026 22:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/eu-dma-after-action-review-didnt-go-the-way-that-apple-wanted/ Homebridge 2.0 brings Matter support to help bridge the future of smart home devices
Homebridge launched in 2015 with the simple goal of bridging unsupported devices into Apple Home. With plugins, this locally-run server would allow many devices like Dyson fans or Ring cameras to work in the Apple Home app.In 2018, AppleInsider created a helpful tutorial o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bridge-more-apple-home-amp-matter-devices-with-homebridge-20/Mon, 04 May 2026 22:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bridge-more-apple-home-amp-matter-devices-with-homebridge-20/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/put-an-apple-watch-series-11-on-your-wrist-for-free-with-these-deals/Mon, 04 May 2026 21:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/put-an-apple-watch-series-11-on-your-wrist-for-free-with-these-deals/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-265-will-likely-bring-end-to-end-encrypted-rcs-messaging-to-your-iphone/Mon, 04 May 2026 20:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-265-will-likely-bring-end-to-end-encrypted-rcs-messaging-to-your-iphone/ Apple Wallet
The Apple Wallet can be used to handle credit and debit cards, store cards, digital keys, and digital passes from third-party apps. However, not everyone who provides users with passes does so while supporting the Apple Wallet.In iOS 27, that will change, as Bloomberg reports that Apple will be adding a pass-building tool. People familiar with the feature e]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-wallet-will-let-you-make-your-own-passes-in-ios-27/Mon, 04 May 2026 20:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-wallet-will-let-you-make-your-own-passes-in-ios-27/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/cut-the-price-or-score-a-free-iphone-17-with-these-deals/Mon, 04 May 2026 20:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/cut-the-price-or-score-a-free-iphone-17-with-these-deals/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-iphone-15-is-seeing-major-price-cuts-right-now-grab-it-while-you-can/Mon, 04 May 2026 20:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-iphone-15-is-seeing-major-price-cuts-right-now-grab-it-while-you-can/ Apple's hardware that works with the 26-generation operating systems - Image Credit: Apple
The RC builds for iOS 26.5, iPadOS 26.5, watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, visionOS 26.5, and macOS Tahoe 26.5 surface after the fourth developer betas, which Apple brought out on April 27. The third came out on April 20, while the second appeared on Ap]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/release-candidates-of-ios-265-macos-tahoe-265-are-out-now/Mon, 04 May 2026 19:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/release-candidates-of-ios-265-macos-tahoe-265-are-out-now/ Grab the lowest price ever on Apple's M5 15-inch MacBook Air - Image credit: Apple
You can take advantage of the $150 instant discount stacked with a bonus $20 in-cart coupon at B&H Photo today, with the Apple Authorized Reseller stating there is limited supply available at the reduced $1,129 price.Buy 15" MacBook Air M5 for $1,129
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-m5-15-inch-macbook-air-drops-to-record-low-1129-with-coupon/Mon, 04 May 2026 17:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-m5-15-inch-macbook-air-drops-to-record-low-1129-with-coupon/ Here's how to maximize your battery health
With a smaller battery, most people talk about the best ways to extend both the battery life and overall battery health on iPhone. But your portable Mac is perhaps just as important.Slowly, Apple has been building out its battery health features with ne]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/testing-common-myths-that-might-extend-your-macbook-battery-life/Mon, 04 May 2026 17:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/testing-common-myths-that-might-extend-your-macbook-battery-life/ Apple Watch Pride Edition Sport Loop for 2026 - Image Credit: Apple
Each year, Apple releases Pride Editions of Apple Watch bands, as part of its work to champion LGBTQ+ equality. On May 4, the 2026 batch became available.The new Pride Edition Sport Loop is woven from nylon yarns in 11 colors. The weaving blends the colors into each oth]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-2026-pride-collection-includes-11-color-weaved-sport-band/Mon, 04 May 2026 15:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-2026-pride-collection-includes-11-color-weaved-sport-band/ Processor wafers [TSMC]
During Apple's latest earnings call, Tim Cook cautioned that the current shortage of memory would be an increasing problem, and the expectation is that iPhone and Mac prices will rise. But the demand from AI firms is such that firms like Apple]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/more-than-just-ram-and-ssd-shortages-are-keeping-mac-supplies-low/Mon, 04 May 2026 13:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/more-than-just-ram-and-ssd-shortages-are-keeping-mac-supplies-low/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/18-hidden-ios-26-features-youll-wish-you-knew-about-sooner/Mon, 04 May 2026 00:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/18-hidden-ios-26-features-youll-wish-you-knew-about-sooner/ Formula 1, Apple's financials, and Apple TV
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.This week, there were rumors the Apple Vision Pro hardware team was breaking up, Adobe's Firefly AI Assistant sh]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-motorsport-money-and-ted-lasso/Sun, 03 May 2026 22:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-motorsport-money-and-ted-lasso/ Apple Watch Ultra 2 with Modular Ultra watch face
In the run-up to WWDC in June, the rumor mill will surface leaks and speculation about Apple's software changes. One of the more frequent updates to expect is for the Apple Watch, in the form of new faces.According to Mark Gurman in Sunday's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg, Apple's update to wat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-ultras-modular-face-is-being-simplified-for-watchos-27/Sun, 03 May 2026 16:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-ultras-modular-face-is-being-simplified-for-watchos-27/ Apple Store Town CenterThis is 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-how-the-mastermind-of-uk-iphone-thefts-was-caught/Sun, 03 May 2026 13:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/crime-blotter-how-the-mastermind-of-uk-iphone-thefts-was-caught/ Grab steeper discounts on Apple's new MacBook Pro for May.
Prices have dipped to as low as $1,949 for the 2026 MacBook Pro, with a variety of 14-inch and 16-inch configurations now up to $250 off. You can check out top deals below, with a full rundown of markdowns in our 14-inch MacBook Pro 2026 Price Guide and 16-inch MacBook P]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/may-macbook-pro-deals-deliver-prices-as-low-as-1949-on-m5-pro-amp-m5-max-models/Sun, 03 May 2026 05:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/may-macbook-pro-deals-deliver-prices-as-low-as-1949-on-m5-pro-amp-m5-max-models/ DJI Osmo 360 and accessories
Apple has, in recent years, made its iPhones more useful for videography. However, while it has features like Action Mode to make it useful for filming fast activities, it's still not exactly the best choice for some more hazardous situations.In cases where someone wants to ski down a mountain, the action camera is sti]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dji-osmo-360-review-a-better-action-camera-choice/Sat, 02 May 2026 23:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dji-osmo-360-review-a-better-action-camera-choice/ Apple has big plans for its F1 streaming service. Image source: Apple
Apple has multiple connections to Formula 1, with it being the official broadcaster of the sport in the United States. It's also behind the Brad Pitt vehicle "F1: The Movie," which is also Apple TV's most-watched movie.With those successes in hand, Apple is planning f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/eddy-cue-hopes-for-f1-movie-sequel-increased-streaming-rights/Sat, 02 May 2026 15:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/eddy-cue-hopes-for-f1-movie-sequel-increased-streaming-rights/ An example of Perplexity Personal Computer at work, from a promotional video
During Apple's quarterly financial results. CEO Kevan Parekh referenced to the growing use of the Mac as a base of operations for AI platforms. Parekh namechecked Perplexity as one such company, taking advantage of Apple Silicon and its unified memory structure.Ahead of App]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-mini-is-the-best-platform-for-perplexitys-personal-computer/Sat, 02 May 2026 14:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-mini-is-the-best-platform-for-perplexitys-personal-computer/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/love-wordle-here-are-10-similar-games-to-try-in-2026/Sat, 02 May 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/love-wordle-here-are-10-similar-games-to-try-in-2026/ AirPods Max 2 review: Almost identical to the OG model
That's the uncomfortable truth that I came to after spending a few weeks with Apple's premium headphones. But it also shouldn't be a surprise for anyone who took even a cursory glance at the specs sheet.Any second-generation product takes what the first-gen model did well and then b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-max-2-one-month-review-spot-the-difference/Fri, 01 May 2026 22:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-max-2-one-month-review-spot-the-difference/ M4 Mac mini
As of May 1, the $599 Mac mini configuration isn't available to order through Apple's primary online store. The 256GB model doesn't appear as a selectable option there.Higher-priced configurations now define the main lineup, with listed pricing starting at $799, though availability across configurations continues to fluctuate.
Continue Readin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-mini-pricing-shifts-599-config-disappears-from-apple-store/Fri, 01 May 2026 22:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-mini-pricing-shifts-599-config-disappears-from-apple-store/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-4-deals-save-30-on-both-versions-of-the-airpods-4-plus-more-with-trade-in/Fri, 01 May 2026 20:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-4-deals-save-30-on-both-versions-of-the-airpods-4-plus-more-with-trade-in/ Aspekt Touch is like an early version of a touchscreen Mac
Recently, I got an early look at the Aspekt Touch, a new monitor from Alogic. This isn't the first touchscreen monitor from the brand, but the tilt functionality combined with macOS Tahoe gives early impressions about how a first-party solution could be implemented.Fe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/heres-what-using-a-touchscreen-mac-may-be-like/Fri, 01 May 2026 18:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/heres-what-using-a-touchscreen-mac-may-be-like/ Save $200 on an upgraded M5 MacBook Pro 14-inch this weekend - Image credit: Apple
You can pick up the 1TB 14-inch MacBook Pro with 24GB of RAM for $1,699 at Amazon and B&H Photo. This reflects a $200 discount off MSRP.Buy M5/24GB/1TB MacBook Pro for $1,699
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/price-war-apples-1tb-m5-macbook-pro-with-24gb-ram-plunges-to-1699/Fri, 01 May 2026 18:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/price-war-apples-1tb-m5-macbook-pro-with-24gb-ram-plunges-to-1699/ Apple posts quarterly results
The company's fiscal second-quarter results, reported April 30, beat Wall Street expectations on revenue, profit, and guidance, with strong iPhone demand driving the upside. The quarter confirms solid execution but doesn't change Apple's long-term gro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-the-analysts-said-about-apples-record-breaking-second-quarter/Fri, 01 May 2026 16:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-the-analysts-said-about-apples-record-breaking-second-quarter/ Apple's base iPad won't get an upgrade until later in 2026
The Mac is supply-constrained, the iPad isn't being updated, and iPhones don't release again until the fall. So, there's not much left that could arrive in the intervening months.The Mac mini, Mac Studio, and iMac are all awaiting thei]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cooks-remarks-strongly-suggest-that-there-are-no-new-macs-or-ipads-before-september/Fri, 01 May 2026 16:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cooks-remarks-strongly-suggest-that-there-are-no-new-macs-or-ipads-before-september/ Apple's App Store rules continue to get it into trouble
India's competition body wants the information so it can calculate what penalty Apple should face. This comes after a 2024 investigation found that Apple had abused its dominant position in the market.Reuters reports that Apple could be on the hook for a whopping $38 b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/indian-antitrust-body-draws-apples-ire-as-38-billion-fine-looms/Fri, 01 May 2026 14:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/indian-antitrust-body-draws-apples-ire-as-38-billion-fine-looms/ Apple Vision Pro isn't dead
AppleInsider Managing Editor Mike Wuerthele joins host Wesley Hilliard as a guest this week to catch up on CEO transition news. It's clear that the silly coverage surrounding the upcoming transition is already becoming exhausting.The Apple vs Epic trial continues to be an ongoing event that seems to ha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-vision-pro-isnt-dead-ternus-talk-amp-ai-rumors-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 01 May 2026 14:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-vision-pro-isnt-dead-ternus-talk-amp-ai-rumors-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/ Steve Jobs with the original Macintosh in 1984 - image credit: Apple
The greatest thing that Gil Amelio, Apple's fifth CEO, ever did was pave the way for Steve Jobs to become its sixth. It was great for Apple, it was great for users, but it was probably horrible for Amelio himself.That's because what he did was have Apple acquire Steve]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-at-50-steve-jobs-the-first-star-ceo/Fri, 01 May 2026 13:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-at-50-steve-jobs-the-first-star-ceo/ Construction is ongoing - Image Credit: Apple
In almost an afterthought at the end of the earnings conference call, Cook made a big announcement. Beyond just going through the recently-announced motions and filing for that tariff refund, Apple has a plan.While there were no specifics, and nobody left to follow up the statement, A]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/any-tariff-refund-apple-gets-will-be-reinvested-into-us-manufacturing/Fri, 01 May 2026 00:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/any-tariff-refund-apple-gets-will-be-reinvested-into-us-manufacturing/ iPhone 17 demand will help carry Apple through Q3
Apple just had a record-breaking March quarter that brought in $111.2 billion in revenue. It seems that momentum won't be slowing going into Q3.Apple Chief Financial Officer Kevan Parekh shared forward-looking statements for Q3 2026 that estimate up to 14% to 17% growth year-over-year. That would mea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-is-predicting-up-to-a-110-billion-fiscal-third-quarter-2026/Fri, 01 May 2026 00:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-is-predicting-up-to-a-110-billion-fiscal-third-quarter-2026/ A Samsung LPDDR5X memory chip - Image Credit: Samsung
The consumer tech industry is struggling to deal with the cost of memory, with supplies choked by the extreme demand of AI infrastructure build-outs. While Apple has managed to stop the cost impacting the price of its products so far, even it has its limits.Asked o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-memory-stockpile-is-holding-for-now-but-price-rises-still-loom/Fri, 01 May 2026 00:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-memory-stockpile-is-holding-for-now-but-price-rises-still-loom/ Tim Cook suspects Mac mini supply constraints into fall 2026
Apple's had a great quarter as far as Mac is concerned. And not just with returning Apple fans, but new to Mac users, too.On Thursday, ahead of the April quarterly earnings call, Cook told CNBC:
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-mini-amp-mac-studio-supply-wont-recover-for-several-months/Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-mini-amp-mac-studio-supply-wont-recover-for-several-months/ iPhone 17e helped drive demand in Q2
The US government went through a period of upheaval in 2025 thanks to the new administration's aggressive, random, and now illegal tariffs. While not much has improved in that regard, the relationship between the US and China has improved somewhat in the intervening year.According to Apple CEO Tim Cook on CNBC, th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/china-demand-hinges-on-good-products-that-resonate-with-customers-cook-says/Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/china-demand-hinges-on-good-products-that-resonate-with-customers-cook-says/ Apple posts its latest earnings results
"Today Apple is proud to report our best March quarter ever, with revenue of $111.2 billion and double-digit growth across every geographic segment," CEO Tim Cook said. "iPhone achieved a March quarter revenue record, fueled by such extraordinary demand for the iPhone 17 lineup."Results f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/record-quarter-leads-to-new-100b-share-buyback-increased-dividend/Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/record-quarter-leads-to-new-100b-share-buyback-increased-dividend/ Tim Cook suspects Mac mini supply constraints into fall 2026
Apple's had a great quarter as far as Mac is concerned. And not just with returning Apple fans, but new to Mac users, too.On Thursday, ahead of the April quarterly earnings call, Cook told CNBC:
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-lineup-is-doing-so-well-that-apple-cant-keep-up-with-demand/Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-lineup-is-doing-so-well-that-apple-cant-keep-up-with-demand/ Current Apple CEO Tim Cook [left], CFO Kevan Parekh [right]
The second quarter of Apple's financial calendar has ended, and is usually a fairly quiet affair following the blockbuster first-quarter figures. For 2026, Q2 has a fair bit of expected spice, due to the John Ternus announcement.In the quarter]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-earnings-crush-wall-street-consensus-again-q2-record-smashed/Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-earnings-crush-wall-street-consensus-again-q2-record-smashed/ Save on every M5 MacBook Air, with a $100 discount on a 32GB RAM config - Image credit: Apple
Apple Premier Partner Expercom is running a sale on every M5 MacBook Air, with this 13-inch configuration with 32GB of RAM and 512GB of storage marked down to $1,399 after a $100 discount.Save on every M5 MacBook Air
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/grab-apples-m5-macbook-air-with-32gb-ram-for-1399-plus-save-on-every-model/Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/grab-apples-m5-macbook-air-with-32gb-ram-for-1399-plus-save-on-every-model/ The livery revives the rainbow-striped look of a 1980 Porsche 935, marking the 75th anniversary of Porsche Motorsport and the 50th anniversary of Apple. It will appear on May 3 at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca.Porsche based the look on a Dick Barbour Racing Porsche 935 K3 that carrie]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/historic-apple-porsche-colors-return-on-porsche-963-at-laguna-seca/Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/historic-apple-porsche-colors-return-on-porsche-963-at-laguna-seca/ Astronauts aboard Orion captured images throughout the Artemis II mission, including selfies, eclipse shots, and views of Earth through the spacecraft's forward windows, with some images taken on an iPhone 17]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/timeline-of-artemis-ii-photos-shows-how-astronauts-captured-life-inside-orion/Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/timeline-of-artemis-ii-photos-shows-how-astronauts-captured-life-inside-orion/ 'Tetris' in a new Japanese arcade setting | Image credit: Resolution Games
Tetris may not be the first video game, but it's hard to think of any other franchise that is as iconic. In fact, Tetris ranks number two on the best-selling video game franchise list, seconded only to everyone's favorite plumber, Mario.And now you can relive the magic of classic Tetris on the Apple Vis]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tetris-falls-into-place-on-retrocade-for-the-apple-vision-pro/Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tetris-falls-into-place-on-retrocade-for-the-apple-vision-pro/ Siri's AI revamp is only a part of Apple's strategy with iOS 27
We're only a few weeks away from WWDC 2026, so the internal leaks have begun in earnest. While I'm sure Apple Intelligence and AI will play a major role at the event, I also expect Apple to respect its user base.Unless something dramatic has]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-will-offer-a-range-of-ai-features-that-can-still-be-ignored/Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-will-offer-a-range-of-ai-features-that-can-still-be-ignored/ Iodyne Pro Data 24TB
It's not every day we get a second loaner for a review product years after the fact.The market has changed, workflows have changed, since we first reviewed the Iodyne Pro Data. Video workflows are getting bigger and bigger with 8K HDR 3D, and so forth. A single iPod like the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iodyne-pro-data-24tb-review-15k-ridiculous-speed-and-probably-not-for-you/Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iodyne-pro-data-24tb-review-15k-ridiculous-speed-and-probably-not-for-you/ Apple's smart glasses will support gestures, per multiple sources.
Claims of Apple working on smart glasses date back to 2015, with analysts predicting a 2026 or 2027 release even before the Apple Vision Pro made its debut at WWDC 2023. Since then, we've continued to see new rumors about smart glasses development efforts, hardware, and features.A Ma]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-smart-glasses-again-rumored-to-support-gesture-recognition-via-built-in-cameras/Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-smart-glasses-again-rumored-to-support-gesture-recognition-via-built-in-cameras/ Apple Vision Pro isn't dead
Whenever Apple releases a new product category, there seems to be this industry drive to find its weak points and jab at it until it dies. Apple Vision Pro may not be a blockbuster, but it is the entry point to Spatial Computing, which Apple still believes to be its future.According to a report f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/rumored-apple-vision-pro-team-break-up-isnt-a-death-knell-for-the-product/Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/rumored-apple-vision-pro-team-break-up-isnt-a-death-knell-for-the-product/ Visual Intelligence on an iPhone is set to be upgraded.Apple is widely expected to be bringing more AI functionality to the iPhone during WWDC 2026, including a much-delayed update to Siri. Now, it seems that the Siri revision will also extend to the camera app in iOS 27.According to sources of Mark Gurman at Bloomberg, there will be a new Siri mode joining the exis]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/visual-intelligence-to-be-added-to-ios-27-camera-app-as-siri-mode/Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/visual-intelligence-to-be-added-to-ios-27-camera-app-as-siri-mode/ MagSafe battery pack
A post on Chinese social platform Weibo claims Apple is internally debating whether future iPhones should continue including MagSafe and presents it as a design compromise. The claim sounds plausible at first as Apple explores thinner designs and new form factors.But a closer l]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-iphone-magsafe-removal-rumor-makes-no-sense-at-all/Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-iphone-magsafe-removal-rumor-makes-no-sense-at-all/ Epic's '1984' ad depicting Apple as Big Brother
The Apple vs Epic saga is years long and could easily fill a book at this point, but it hasn't ended yet. The latest update comes after Apple won a stay against going back to the Circuit Court as it appealed the Supreme Court.That stay was short-lived, as Epic immediately appealed]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-faces-a-battle-on-two-fronts-as-epic-forces-a-return-to-circuit-courts/Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-faces-a-battle-on-two-fronts-as-epic-forces-a-return-to-circuit-courts/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/one-airpod-not-working-heres-how-to-fix-it/Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/one-airpod-not-working-heres-how-to-fix-it/ Save $250 on 2026 14-inch MacBook Pro today only - Image credit: Apple
B&H Photo has slashed Apple's new 14-inch MacBook Pro, with the standard M5 Pro model falling to $1,949 thanks to a $200 instant discount paired with a $50 in-cart coupon.Buy M5 Pro MacBook Pro for $1,949
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/today-is-the-last-day-to-save-250-on-apples-new-m5-pro-macbook-pro-best-price-ever/Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/today-is-the-last-day-to-save-250-on-apples-new-m5-pro-macbook-pro-best-price-ever/ F1 Miami Grand Prix
Apple TV will carry every session, including practice, qualifying, and the race, with live and on-demand access through the Apple TV app. Coverage includes up to 30 simultaneous live feeds with onboard cameras, timing data, and a Driver Tracker that shows the full field in real time.A dedicated Podium feed follows the top three]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/formula-1-coverage-expands-across-apple-services-for-miami-grand-prix/Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/formula-1-coverage-expands-across-apple-services-for-miami-grand-prix/ John Ternus will be Apple's next CEO in September
The arrival of John Ternus as Apple CEO in September will be a big event for Apple, but it will also include some tough early choices. Some that will affect how Apple's massive supply chain operates in the future.At]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/john-ternus-first-major-challenge-is-dealing-with-quadrupled-iphone-memory-prices/Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/john-ternus-first-major-challenge-is-dealing-with-quadrupled-iphone-memory-prices/ Epic's '1984' ad depicting Apple as Big Brother
The Apple vs Epic saga is years long and could easily fill a book at this point, but it hasn't ended yet. The latest update comes after Apple won a stay against enforcing App Store changes as it appealed the Supreme Court.That stay was short-lived, as Epic immediately appealed the stay and 9to5Mac share]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/app-store-policy-must-change-as-epic-convinces-us-circuit-court-to-reverse-stay/Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/app-store-policy-must-change-as-epic-convinces-us-circuit-court-to-reverse-stay/ Keychron Q1 Ultra 8K review
Keychron continues to pump out new keyboards at a breakneck pace. The Q1 Ultra 8K is the latest model to sit at the top of Keychron's lineup, replacing the Max.I've reviewed a lot of Keychron's keyboards, and with the exception of the unique Q3 Pro SE, I believe the Q1 series is]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-review-mechanical-keyboard-performance-multiplier/Wed, 29 Apr 2026 02:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/keychron-q1-ultra-8k-review-mechanical-keyboard-performance-multiplier/ Apple TV gets six nominations across three properties
Apple TV debuted in 2019 with a handful of exclusive, original shows and films. While it took some time for it to gain momentum, it is regularly celebrated across the awards industry.The latest nominations come from the Gotham Television Awards, which will be held on June]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/three-apple-tv-series-land-six-gotham-television-award-nominations/Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/three-apple-tv-series-land-six-gotham-television-award-nominations/ The Apple Vision Pro has proven to be a useful tool for cataract surgery.
Priced at $3500, the Apple Vision Pro was never going to be a hit consumer product. Still, Apple's spatial computing device has found limited success in the healthcare industry, a market the company had in mind from the get-go.Surgeons have praised the Apple Vision Pro for its high]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-vision-pro-used-for-hundreds-of-cataract-surgeries-in-the-last-year/Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-vision-pro-used-for-hundreds-of-cataract-surgeries-in-the-last-year/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/i-found-27-deals-thatll-score-you-a-free-or-cheap-iphone-right-now/Tue, 28 Apr 2026 22:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/i-found-27-deals-thatll-score-you-a-free-or-cheap-iphone-right-now/ The existing Clean Up tool comes to the Photos app
Apparently, Apple is developing a new suite of tools powered by Apple Intelligence. The tools, which will be made available on iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27, are slated for release this fall, according to Bloomberg.Currently, Apple only offers a single AI-powered feature:]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-is-gearing-up-to-overhaul-the-photos-app-with-ai-tools-in-ios-27/Tue, 28 Apr 2026 21:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-is-gearing-up-to-overhaul-the-photos-app-with-ai-tools-in-ios-27/ Tim Cook during a previous White House visit to meet President Donald Trump
King Charles III and Queen Camilla of the UK are conducting their first state visit to the United States. As part of the welcome, the pair arrived at the White House with a formal reception, including crowds and a speech from President Trump, as well as an address to Congress and a state dinner.For su]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-attends-white-house-as-king-charles-iii-visits-the-us/Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-attends-white-house-as-king-charles-iii-visits-the-us/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-265-could-bring-end-to-end-encrypted-rcs-messaging-to-your-iphone-soon/Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-265-could-bring-end-to-end-encrypted-rcs-messaging-to-your-iphone-soon/ Save $200 on Apple's M5 Max MacBook Pro 16-inch.
Amazon's month-end 2026 MacBook Pro sale is in effect, with triple-digit savings on multiple models. This M5 Max 16-inch configuration is enticing at $200 off, bringing the price down to $3,699.Buy 16" MacBook Pro M5 Max for $3,699
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-200-off-m5-max-16-inch-macbook-pro-with-month-end-deal/Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-200-off-m5-max-16-inch-macbook-pro-with-month-end-deal/ Image Credit: Apple TV
In season 4, Ted makes his way back to Richmond to coach a second-division women's football team. The task will challenge both Ted and his team, encouraging them to take chances they never thought they would.In preparation, Apple TV has shared a minute-long teaser, in addition to finally giving us a premiere date: August 5.
Conti]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ted-lasso-season-4-kicks-off-its-return-to-apple-tv-in-august/Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ted-lasso-season-4-kicks-off-its-return-to-apple-tv-in-august/ Adobe Firefly AI | Image credit: Adobe
Allow me to pull back the curtain on the inner workings of AppleInsider, just a peek, so that you may understand how the sausage gets made.I show up, five days a week, to a digital office of sorts: the fabled "Work Slack." And, on many of those days, my compatriots have taken to showing me, specifically, "some AI bullshit."]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/adobe-firefly-ai-assistant-is-in-open-beta-its-not-great/Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/adobe-firefly-ai-assistant-is-in-open-beta-its-not-great/ Apple's next iPhone screen overhaul could use a lot more curved glass.
The iPhone display has been the topic of rumors for a while, with most attention on the flexible version in the iPhone Fold. However, Apple is always looking to create screens that take advantage of new technologies, shaking up the aesthetics of its premier models.According]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/liquid-glass-display-may-kill-iphone-bezel-with-optical-trickery/Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/liquid-glass-display-may-kill-iphone-bezel-with-optical-trickery/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/i-love-using-my-phone-to-shoot-vacation-movies-here-are-my-top-tips/Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/i-love-using-my-phone-to-shoot-vacation-movies-here-are-my-top-tips/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/want-more-privacy-heres-how-to-lock-and-hide-apps-on-your-iphone/Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/want-more-privacy-heres-how-to-lock-and-hide-apps-on-your-iphone/ Bambu Lab H2C 3D printer
It's been a minute since I've done any 3D printing. A couple of years ago, I got to try out the Ender 3 Neo, which I thought was neat, but ultimately couldn't justify keeping around.I thought maybe 3D printing wasn't for me. As it turns out, I was very, very wrong.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bambu-lab-h2c-review-the-cadillac-of-3d-printers/Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bambu-lab-h2c-review-the-cadillac-of-3d-printers/ Apple is making it easier to get annual subscription discounts
Subscription revenue has become an integral part of Apple Services. Developers have a few ways to draw customers into long-term usage and bigger payouts, but they require big up-front financial commitments.Apple has revealed a new payment option that could help developers offer better di]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/app-store-annual-subscriptions-get-new-discounted-monthly-option/Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/app-store-annual-subscriptions-get-new-discounted-monthly-option/ More than 20 community-driven events will be held before and after WWDC 2026.
Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference is held in June each year, at Apple Park in California. The company uses its annual event to preview new versions of its major operating systems, with iOS 27 and more]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-find-a-ton-of-wwdc-2026-community-led-events/Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-find-a-ton-of-wwdc-2026-community-led-events/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/heres-how-to-put-an-iphone-17-in-your-pocket-for-practically-free/Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/heres-how-to-put-an-iphone-17-in-your-pocket-for-practically-free/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/theres-no-reason-to-pay-full-price-for-an-iphone-air-samsung-galaxy-s26-or-other-top-models/Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/theres-no-reason-to-pay-full-price-for-an-iphone-air-samsung-galaxy-s26-or-other-top-models/ Apple Park at night
The tech giants are frequently the target of legislators and regulators, trying to prevent them from being too dominant. One recent attempt to curtail the influence of Apple and Google failed to become a problem because of a massive and successful lobbying operation.Senator Scott Wiene]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-massive-lobbying-effort-saves-it-from-new-app-store-rules/Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-massive-lobbying-effort-saves-it-from-new-app-store-rules/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/these-iphone-air-deals-can-help-you-snag-apples-thinnest-phone-at-an-even-slimmer-price/Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/these-iphone-air-deals-can-help-you-snag-apples-thinnest-phone-at-an-even-slimmer-price/ Nate D. Sanders Auctions will auction a rare Steve Jobs artifact on April 30, in Los Angeles. Bidding will start at $20,000, targeting seasoned collectors of high-end Apple and film memorabilia.A first-edition copy of "Toy Story: The Art and Making of the Animated Film" signed by Steve Jobs and John Lasseter]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/got-20k-steve-jobs-amp-john-lasseter-signed-toy-story-book-is-up-for-auction/Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/got-20k-steve-jobs-amp-john-lasseter-signed-toy-story-book-is-up-for-auction/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/our-shopping-experts-found-apple-watch-ultra-3-savings-at-amazon-verizon-and-more/Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/our-shopping-experts-found-apple-watch-ultra-3-savings-at-amazon-verizon-and-more/ Apple's hardware that works with the 26-generation operating systems - Image Credit: Apple
The fourth developer betas for iOS 26.5, iPadOS 26.5, watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, visionOS 26.5, and macOS Tahoe 26.5 arrive after the third, which came out on April 20. The second appeared on April 13.The first round was distributed on M]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/fourth-ios-265-macos-tahoe-265-developer-betas-arrive-for-testing/Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/fourth-ios-265-macos-tahoe-265-developer-betas-arrive-for-testing/ IAM Union lobs Unfair Labor Practice charge at Apple after alleged discrimination against unionized Towson workers | Image Credit: IAMOn Monday, the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) Union officially filed an Unfair Labor Practice (ULP) charge against Apple. The charge, which]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/towson-apple-store-employee-union-strikes-back-allege-unfair-treatment-after-closure/Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/towson-apple-store-employee-union-strikes-back-allege-unfair-treatment-after-closure/ Render of the rumored iPhone Fold/Ultra
The company is preparing to expand its Ultra branding beyond watches and Apple Silicon into a new top tier for its most expensive hardware, according to a report published April 27. The plan includes a foldable iPhone and a high-end MacBook positioned above the Pro lineup.Apple plans to launch products aligned with the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ultra-branding-expanding-iphone-fold-amp-oled-macbook-may-join/Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ultra-branding-expanding-iphone-fold-amp-oled-macbook-may-join/ Smart Home Insider Podcast
In the news this week, we had a rare improvement on pricing. Ecovacs has announced that due to tariff reversals, they were able to drop prices on its vacuums by as much as $400.DJI has also received its first Matter certification from the CSA. It's for a robotic vacu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-smart-kitchen-devices-are-worth-it-and-which-arent-on-smart-home-insider/Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-smart-kitchen-devices-are-worth-it-and-which-arent-on-smart-home-insider/ Jony Ive & Sam Altman | Image Credit: OpenAI
OpenAI is already in the process of working with former Apple design chief Jony Ive on an AI hardware project. However, OpenAI has the potential to take on the smartphone market and try to rival Apple with an AI-centric version.In an X post on Monday, TF Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo wrote]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/openais-chip-talks-lay-groundwork-for-iphone-competitor-assuming-company-survives/Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/openais-chip-talks-lay-groundwork-for-iphone-competitor-assuming-company-survives/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/now-available-monthly-subscriptions-with-a-12-month-commitment/Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/now-available-monthly-subscriptions-with-a-12-month-commitment/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-every-leak-and-rumor-on-apples-2026-foldable/Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-every-leak-and-rumor-on-apples-2026-foldable/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sluggish-iphone-charging-all-the-easiest-ways-to-speed-it-up/Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sluggish-iphone-charging-all-the-easiest-ways-to-speed-it-up/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/you-can-save-big-on-the-apple-watch-series-11-or-even-get-one-for-free/Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/you-can-save-big-on-the-apple-watch-series-11-or-even-get-one-for-free/ John Ternus, the DOJ, and the Apple Vision Pro
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.This week, Apple Music users aren't listening to AI-generated music that's now flooding the service, Apple]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-big-change-doj-sassiness-and-the-apple-vision-pro/Sun, 26 Apr 2026 22:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-big-change-doj-sassiness-and-the-apple-vision-pro/ Apple CEO Tim Cook
The Q2 2026 financial results will be shared by Apple in a press release on April 30. A short time after, at 5 P.M. Eastern, it will hold its usual analyst and investor conference call.That call will involve both current CEO Tim Cook and CFO Kevan Parekh discussing the quarter and providing guidance for future quar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-to-expect-from-apples-q2-2026-earnings-on-april-30/Sun, 26 Apr 2026 19:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-to-expect-from-apples-q2-2026-earnings-on-april-30/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/heres-how-to-safely-clean-your-airpods/Sun, 26 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/heres-how-to-safely-clean-your-airpods/ Apple's Home Hub tablet will attach to various products via magnets
There have been rumors about various AI-centered products for years. However, their release has been pushed back with each Apple Intelligence upgrade delay.According to the Power On newsletter, Apple is focused on releasing three AI-powered smart ho]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-ai-push-alone-will-generate-three-new-hardware-categories/Sun, 26 Apr 2026 17:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-ai-push-alone-will-generate-three-new-hardware-categories/ What a large folding iPad could look like - Image Credit: AppleInsider
The rumor mill has been infatuated by the idea of the folding iPhone, which is widely believed to be on the way later in 2026. However, Apple has also been working on another foldable device with less chance of becoming a reality.Writing in Sunday's "Power On" newslett]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/giant-folding-ipad-may-remain-an-unreleased-experiment/Sun, 26 Apr 2026 16:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/giant-folding-ipad-may-remain-an-unreleased-experiment/ iVanky FusionDock Ultra
In March 2024, AppleInsider reviewed the iVanky FusionDock Max 1. While we enjoyed the massive amount of ports, but its nosebleed pricing at the time and very limited selection of ideal host computers made it not the best option.A lot has happened since then, not the l]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ivanky-fusiondock-ultra-review-hugely-better-value-the-second-time-around/Sun, 26 Apr 2026 14:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ivanky-fusiondock-ultra-review-hugely-better-value-the-second-time-around/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/yes-you-totally-can-take-pro-photos-on-your-iphone-heres-how-i-do-it/Sun, 26 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/yes-you-totally-can-take-pro-photos-on-your-iphone-heres-how-i-do-it/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-2641-automatically-enables-this-iphone-security-feature/Sun, 26 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-2641-automatically-enables-this-iphone-security-feature/ Save $200 on popular M5 MacBook Air 15-inch configurations.
B&H's month-end 15-inch MacBook Air sale is going on now, and the Apple Authorized Reseller is slashing $200 off several best-selling configurations with memory upgrades and/or bumps up in storage.Save $200 on 15" MacBook Air
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-200-on-15-inch-macbook-air-m5-with-more-ram-storage/Sun, 26 Apr 2026 09:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-200-on-15-inch-macbook-air-m5-with-more-ram-storage/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-airtags-a-step-by-step-guide-on-how-they-work-and-why/Sun, 26 Apr 2026 03:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-airtags-a-step-by-step-guide-on-how-they-work-and-why/ iVanky FusionDock Max 2
In March 2024, AppleInsider reviewed the iVanky FusionDock Max 1. While we enjoyed the massive amount of ports, but its nosebleed pricing at the time and very limited selection of ideal host computers made it not the best option.A lot has happened since then, not th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ivanky-fusiondock-max-2-review-hugely-better-value-the-second-time-around/Sat, 25 Apr 2026 22:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ivanky-fusiondock-max-2-review-hugely-better-value-the-second-time-around/ Sensor on Apple Watch Series 9
The USITC's (United States International Trade Commission) decision to deny a reinstatement of a ban on the Apple Watch has turned into a hurdle for Masimo in its long-running blood oxygen patent lawsuit against Apple. In an April 24 filing by the U.S. District Cour]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/masimos-apple-watch-ban-complaint-dismissed-by-us-district-court/Sat, 25 Apr 2026 15:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/masimos-apple-watch-ban-complaint-dismissed-by-us-district-court/ Sensor on Apple Watch Series 9
The USITC's (United States International Trade Commission) decision to deny a reinstatement of a ban on the Apple Watch has turned into a hurdle for Massimo in its long-running blood oxygen patent lawsuit against Apple. In an April 24 filing by the U.S. District Cou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/massimos-apple-watch-ban-complaint-dismissed-by-us-district-court/Sat, 25 Apr 2026 14:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/massimos-apple-watch-ban-complaint-dismissed-by-us-district-court/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-change-your-iphones-liquid-glass-design-in-a-few-easy-steps/Sat, 25 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-change-your-iphones-liquid-glass-design-in-a-few-easy-steps/ Vantrue Pilot 2
The typical car dash cam is a simple. It's a camera or two, designed to capture footage of other people's driving to help with either insurance or the police investigating an accident.But with those cheaper cameras at the lower end of the spectrum, the camera may not be able to capture everything it needs to see in all conditions. In heavy rai]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/vantrue-pilot-2-review-thermal-imaging-dashcam-for-pro-drivers/Fri, 24 Apr 2026 21:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/vantrue-pilot-2-review-thermal-imaging-dashcam-for-pro-drivers/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-iphone-20-everything-we-know-about-the-drastic-redesign-coming-in-2027/Fri, 24 Apr 2026 20:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-iphone-20-everything-we-know-about-the-drastic-redesign-coming-in-2027/ A render of what the iPhone Fold could look like
While the rest of the smartphone industry has embraced foldable smartphones, Apple has so far held back from launching its own. However, the rumor mill certainly believes that one model will eventually come out of Cupertino, and that 2026 could be the year it finally does.With high expectations,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-or-iphone-ultra-what-to-expect-from-the-folding-iphone/Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-or-iphone-ultra-what-to-expect-from-the-folding-iphone/ The iPhone 18 could be getting a huge RAM upgrade
Apple is expected to switch up its iPhone release cadence this year, and it's bad news for budget-conscious buyers. It's expected that the entry-level iPhone 18 won't ship alongside the Pro models, leaving customers to wait until early 2027.But analyst Dan Nystedt believes that the wait might]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-entry-level-iphone-18-rumored-to-get-50-more-ram/Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-entry-level-iphone-18-rumored-to-get-50-more-ram/ OpenAI logo
The company introduced GPT-5.5 on April 23, a new flagship AI model designed to handle multi-step tasks across software, research, and everyday computer work. It moves toward agentic systems that plan, act, and complete jobs with minimal guidance.OpenAI claims that GPT-5.5 can handle loosely defined requests by breaking them into steps. It]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/chatbots-take-a-back-seat-as-new-gpt-55-model-focuses-on-getting-work-done/Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/chatbots-take-a-back-seat-as-new-gpt-55-model-focuses-on-getting-work-done/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/lykke-studios-in-pursuit-of-puffy-perfection/Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/lykke-studios-in-pursuit-of-puffy-perfection/ If John Ternus ever had to buy his iPhones at an Apple Store, he doesn't now - image credit: Apple
This week, Apple pulled off something special. It managed to totally surprise everyone, and yet at the same moment, surprise no one a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-john-ternus-the-fbi-and-star-wars-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-john-ternus-the-fbi-and-star-wars-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/my-phone-wouldnt-charge-when-plugged-in-this-simple-trick-fixed-that/Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/my-phone-wouldnt-charge-when-plugged-in-this-simple-trick-fixed-that/ The 2018 Mac mini may be 'Obsolete' but it still has its uses.Buying a new Mac or MacBook can be a thrill. The bump of speed, the extra memory and storage that's free of clutter, and the unscratched, clean casing can make most Mac users instantly happy.However, after drinking in all the potential of your new digital workspace, you'll soon be remind]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/repurposing-macs-how-to-get-more-out-of-your-obsolete-hardware/Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/repurposing-macs-how-to-get-more-out-of-your-obsolete-hardware/ iPhone 20 is tipped to get a new, quad-curved OLED display
Apple is expected to pull out all the stops for the iPhone 20 to celebrate 20 years of the iPhone. The iPhone X did something similar for its 10th anniversary, ditching the Home button and minimizing display bezels.With its 20th-anniversary iPhone, Apple is expected to go a step further and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-taps-samsung-for-20th-anniversary-iphones-quad-curved-display/Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-taps-samsung-for-20th-anniversary-iphones-quad-curved-display/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/all-the-new-features-the-massive-ios-264-update-brings-to-your-iphone/Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/all-the-new-features-the-massive-ios-264-update-brings-to-your-iphone/ Save $250 on Apple's new 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5 Pro - Image credit: Apple
Apple Authorized Reseller B&H Photo is beating Amazon's price this Friday on the new 14-inch MacBook Pro that was released in March 2026.The standard model, which is on sale for $1,949 in Space Black after a $200 cash discount stacked with a $50 in-cart coupon, features Apple's M5 c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/lowest-price-ever-apples-2026-14-inch-macbook-pro-m5-pro-plunges-to-1949/Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/lowest-price-ever-apples-2026-14-inch-macbook-pro-m5-pro-plunges-to-1949/ LincPlus LincStation E1
A typical network-attached storage (NAS) device is, as the name implies, a bunch of drives in a purpose-made computer, optimized to serve files. There's a big range that falls under that umbrella though, with many models able to provide services that rival a rack-mounted server.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/lincplus-lincstation-e1-review-compact-entry-level-and-fast-enough/Fri, 24 Apr 2026 01:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/lincplus-lincstation-e1-review-compact-entry-level-and-fast-enough/ 'Pluribus' brings home a Peabody award for Apple TV
Apple continues to rake in the awards with its original programming. At last count, Apple TV has 3,431 award nominations and 797 wins.The results from the Peabody Awards are in, and Apple TV can add two more wins to its list. Five of its shows were nom]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/pluribus-amp-come-see-me-in-the-good-light-win-peabody-awards-for-apple-tv/Fri, 24 Apr 2026 01:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/pluribus-amp-come-see-me-in-the-good-light-win-peabody-awards-for-apple-tv/ Apple leads the way in green energy implementation, but it fears mandatory participation could hurt implementation
Just over a week after releasing its 2025 environmental report, Apple has signed a joint statement criticizing a proposed change to the Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHGP). The GHGP, established in 1998, is effective]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/proposed-mandatory-clean-energy-guidelines-could-mean-less-participation-apple-argues/Fri, 24 Apr 2026 01:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/proposed-mandatory-clean-energy-guidelines-could-mean-less-participation-apple-argues/ Apple Wallet has many small features that are underutilized
With iOS 17.1, the Apple Wallet app gained a new Connected Accounts feature, letting users of select UK and US banks view the balance of connected credit cards. While the capability is supported by major UK banks, in the United States, the feature was primarily available to Discover cardholders.That will soo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/discover-ending-support-for-two-apple-pay-features-in-june-2026/Thu, 23 Apr 2026 23:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/discover-ending-support-for-two-apple-pay-features-in-june-2026/ Apple Home Hub to arrive in 2026 with Apple Intelligence
Following the news that Apple CEO Tim Cook will be replaced by Ternus in late 2026, a new report has detailed the products his teams are working on. Speaking during an interview with TBPN, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports that Apple has products in six new product categories in the works. Thi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-is-reportedly-working-on-six-new-product-categories/Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-is-reportedly-working-on-six-new-product-categories/ Apple Intelligence
In a segment from "This Week in AI" published on April 23, Aravind Srinivas, co-founder and CEO of AI search company Perplexity, lays out an outside view of Apple's position. Srinivas, who previously worked in AI research roles at OpenAI, Google, and DeepMind, argues that AI may reinforce A]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-gets-more-important-as-every-ai-improves-perplexity-ceo-says/Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-gets-more-important-as-every-ai-improves-perplexity-ceo-says/ In an interview published on April 22, Schusser highlighted an imbalance. He explained that more than a third of tracks delivered to the service are "100% AI," but listening remains below 0.5%.Apple is taking proactive steps before AI-generated music distorts the platform's integrity. "We have develope]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ai-songs-are-flooding-apple-music-but-nobody-is-actually-listening-to-them/Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ai-songs-are-flooding-apple-music-but-nobody-is-actually-listening-to-them/ Apple Savings sees yet another APY decrease
On Thursday, Apple advised customers of a 0.15% annual percentage yield (APY) decrease on Apple Savings accounts. Before this drop, the Apple Savings APY was 3.65%, a rate set in May 2025.This decrease affects all Apple Savings customers. It comes after the Federal Reserve reduced its rates in December 2025.
C]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-savings-apy-hits-record-low-of-350-in-first-2026-cut/Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-savings-apy-hits-record-low-of-350-in-first-2026-cut/ Apple goes to great lengths to protect its artwork.
Box art and marketing materials for an unannounced iPhone or iPad rarely reach the general public, thanks to Apple's strict security protocols.The company has a comprehensive set of requirements in place for its own employees, third-party personnel, and for the areas where design work is conducted.
Co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-apple-protects-designs-amp-marketing-materials-before-a-product-launch/Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-apple-protects-designs-amp-marketing-materials-before-a-product-launch/ Screenshot of an unfortunately typical Apple Maps failure in its early days
As announced, Tim Cook and incoming CEO John Ternus held an Apple Town Hall meeting for employees on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. It was specifically to answer questions about the handover to Ternus, but Cook also addressed his own time as CEO.According to B]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-maps-was-tim-cooks-biggest-mistake/Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-maps-was-tim-cooks-biggest-mistake/ iPhones may be secure, but they aren't invulnerable to bugs
Users should reasonably expect that deleting an app from their iPhone will remove all associated data. However, a recent case involving the FBI showed that some notification data was being retained by mistake.The iOS 26.4.2, iPadOS 26.4.2, iOS 18.7.8, and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/notification-bug-that-let-fbi-access-messages-patched-with-ios-2642/Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/notification-bug-that-let-fbi-access-messages-patched-with-ios-2642/ Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian talking about Apple at Google Cloud Next 26 - Image Credit: Google/YouTube
In January, Apple confirmed that it had entered into a multi-year deal with Google to use the Gemini model to create Apple's Foundation Models. Google now says that the fruits of Apple's AI labor will be on display bef]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/google-confirms-context-aware-siri-built-from-gemini-will-debut-in-2026/Wed, 22 Apr 2026 21:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/google-confirms-context-aware-siri-built-from-gemini-will-debut-in-2026/ Apple's new update can be applied to all current-gen iPhones.Incremental updates for Apple's operating systems provide some much-needed bug fixes, security updates, and performance improvements between major updates. On Wednesday, Apple issued the second incremental update of version 26.4, bringing iOS and iPadOS up to 26.4.2.The previou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bug-fix-updates-for-ios-2642-ipados-2642-are-out-now/Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bug-fix-updates-for-ios-2642-ipados-2642-are-out-now/ Some Mac computers have two security threats to worry about
The Mosyle security research team unveiled their discovery of "Phoenix Worm" and "ShadeStager" on April 22. These two are previously unknown malware that went undetected by antivirus engines at the time of their discovery.While the lack of detection sounds concerni]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-mac-malware-goes-straight-for-developer-keys/Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-mac-malware-goes-straight-for-developer-keys/ Grab a $150 discount on M5 MacBook Air with 24GB RAM, 1TB SSD - Image credit: Apple
The $1,349 price is available on the M5/24GB/1TB spec in your choice of Sky Blue, Silver, or Starlight at press time. At $150 off, it would make a great Mother's Day gift or an upgrade if you're running an M1 or M2 MacBook Air.Buy 13" 24GB/1TB for $1,349
Continue Reading on AppleInsider]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m5-macbook-air-with-24gb-ram-1tb-ssd-falls-to-1349-with-month-end-deal/Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m5-macbook-air-with-24gb-ram-1tb-ssd-falls-to-1349-with-month-end-deal/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/put-an-iphone-16-or-16e-in-your-pocket-for-less-with-these-must-have-deals/Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/put-an-iphone-16-or-16e-in-your-pocket-for-less-with-these-must-have-deals/ John Ternus became a regular presenter of Apple's keynote videos - image credit: Apple
Even John Ternus will have to wait to see what happens when he's Apple CEO, but it might be years before that becomes clear and clickbait deadlines won't wait that long. That's not o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/let-john-ternus-be-john-ternus-and-not-cook-or-jobs/Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/let-john-ternus-be-john-ternus-and-not-cook-or-jobs/ Apple Oxmoor - Image Credit: Apple
Apple Oxmoor on Shelbyville Road, Louisville, Kentucky is a store that has a lot of glass in the front, as well as a courtyard. While Apple only moved into the store in September 2019, it has decided six and a half years later to give it an upgrade.A permit filed with Louisville Metro Planning and Design spotted by Louisville]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/louisville-apple-store-set-for-a-1m-storefront-upgrade/Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/louisville-apple-store-set-for-a-1m-storefront-upgrade/ iPhone 17
In an earnings preview seen by AppleInsider, JPMorgan says investors already have a clear read on iPhone performance in the current cycle. Focus is now turning to profitability as rising component costs begin to weigh more heavily on results.JPMorgan exp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-may-be-about-to-post-another-blockbuster-quarter/Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-may-be-about-to-post-another-blockbuster-quarter/ iPhone 17 Pro cameras peeking through a Techwoven case
On April 16, a report claimed the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max will gain an often-rumored variable aperture camera system, and that the model was entering production. A week later, a leaker has doubled down on the story.In a Wednesday post to Weibo, leaker Digital Chat Station]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-iphone-18-pros-rumored-variable-aperture-will-supercharge-your-photography/Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-iphone-18-pros-rumored-variable-aperture-will-supercharge-your-photography/ Jennie wearing the special edition Onyx Black version of Beats Solo 4. Image Credit: Beats
In a pair of announcements on Tuesday, Beats has introduced two different product variations to its catalog. One being a collaboration with a music star, and the other being an extension of an accessory.The collaboration between Beats and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-beats-onyx-black-solo-4-is-collab-with-k-pop-star-jennie/Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-beats-onyx-black-solo-4-is-collab-with-k-pop-star-jennie/ Apple products are assembled in multiple countries.
Apple relies on multiple supply chain partners, with assembly plants located throughout the world. The United States' ever-changing tariff policies throughout 2025 affected everyone, from consumers to corporations.It made us more aware of where a given product was made.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/where-apple-products-are-assembled-and-where-parts-come-from/Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/where-apple-products-are-assembled-and-where-parts-come-from/ John Ternus speaking in 2024 - image credit: University of Pennsylvania engineering school
When John Ternus becomes CEO on September 1, 2026, he will have been at Apple for a quarter of a century. Ahead of even the speculation that he would succeed Tim Cook, he gave a speech about how "exhilarating and intimidating" it had felt when he fir]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/when-he-was-hired-ternus-wasnt-sure-he-even-belonged-at-apple/Wed, 22 Apr 2026 13:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/when-he-was-hired-ternus-wasnt-sure-he-even-belonged-at-apple/ John Ternus can't invent a time machine fast enough, so he's going to have to pick new Apple leadership, eventually. Image source: Apple
There's been a trend in tech reporting that attempts to make every employment change from the top down a calamitous occasion. Whether it's a dozen engineers out of thousands leaving or executiv]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/report-new-apple-ceos-biggest-challenge-will-be-retiring-leadership-amp-regular-churn/Wed, 22 Apr 2026 03:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/report-new-apple-ceos-biggest-challenge-will-be-retiring-leadership-amp-regular-churn/ Sonnet Echo 21 Thunderbolt 5 SuperDock
We get a lot of docks in for review. A lot.In many cases, we see docks with a lot of ports, but they connect over 10 gigabit per second USB-C. Worse, downstream ports are listed as providing that same 10 Gbit/sec.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sonnet-echo-21-thunderbolt-5-superdock-review-all-of-the-speed-all-of-the-ports/Wed, 22 Apr 2026 02:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sonnet-echo-21-thunderbolt-5-superdock-review-all-of-the-speed-all-of-the-ports/ Apple Vision Pro could become a useful tool in filmmaking
Filmmaking has only become more and more expensive even as commercialized tools make the medium more accessible. It's easier than ever to grab a smartphone and shoot some footage, but reaching Hollywood calibre isn't so simple.In an intervie]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/latest-star-wars-movie-cut-unnecessary-costs-by-using-apple-vision-pro/Wed, 22 Apr 2026 01:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/latest-star-wars-movie-cut-unnecessary-costs-by-using-apple-vision-pro/ Outgoing CEO Tim Cook
On Monday, Apple confirmed that CEO Tim Cook will be leaving the role on September 1 as part of a planned transition, with John Ternus set to take over the position. While Cook will be out of the hot seat, he intends to be a presence at Apple for a while longer.Speaking at an all-hands meeting with employees after the announcement, Bloomberg reports]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/healthy-cook-plans-for-a-long-stay-at-apple-as-chairman/Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/healthy-cook-plans-for-a-long-stay-at-apple-as-chairman/ iOS 27 will ship with updated network security requirements.
iOS 27 and its corresponding updates are still more than a month away, but we already have a good idea of what to expect. Apple itself, for instance, has confirmed that macOS 27 would eliminate support for Intel Mac.Now, the company has outlined yet another change in its upcoming software u]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/network-security-requirements-for-developers-to-become-more-strict-with-os-27-releases/Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/network-security-requirements-for-developers-to-become-more-strict-with-os-27-releases/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/your-iphone-could-get-end-to-end-encrypted-rcs-messaging-with-ios-265/Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/your-iphone-could-get-end-to-end-encrypted-rcs-messaging-with-ios-265/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/you-can-put-just-about-any-iphone-in-your-pocket-for-practically-free/Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/you-can-put-just-about-any-iphone-in-your-pocket-for-practically-free/ Apple CEO Tim Cook and President Donald Trump
While the administration is now being forced to pay back tariffs it illegally imposed on US businesses, reportedly Apple has yet to apply for the refund. Apple has not commented on this, but President Trump was asked if it were true, and if the company didn't want to offend him."I t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/president-trump-praises-tim-cook-threatens-companies-that-want-tariffs-repaid/Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/president-trump-praises-tim-cook-threatens-companies-that-want-tariffs-repaid/ Satechi ChargeView 140W Desktop Charger
The latest charger from Satechi is the ChargeView 140W Desktop Charger. As the descriptive name says, it's a charger that runs at up to 140W in total, and is designed to sit on your desk.As a Gallium Nitride charger, it's compact, so it won't take that much desk space up for your other devices. It also ships wit]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/satechis-chargeview-140w-desktop-charger-shows-how-much-power-youre-using/Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/satechis-chargeview-140w-desktop-charger-shows-how-much-power-youre-using/ Save up to $400 on Apple's new 16-inch MacBook Pro.
Both retail and configure-to-order (CTO) models are heavily discounted with month-end deals at Expercom. Save up to $400 on both Standard Display and Nano-texture options with your choice of Apple's M5 Pro or M5 Max chip.Save up to $400 on 16" MacBook Pro
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-up-to-400-on-apples-new-16-inch-macbook-pro-with-m5-pro-and-m5-max/Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-up-to-400-on-apples-new-16-inch-macbook-pro-with-m5-pro-and-m5-max/ Apple Pay
Apple Pay has won both a general Webby Award and a People's Voice Award in the ceremony's Shopping & Retail, Consumer Apps category. The company's video "Lionel Messi Intercepts the Super Bowl" also won the Social Video, Individual award.The Webby Awards are presented by the International Academy of Digital Arts &am]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-pay-wins-at-the-webbys-as-a-messi-campaign-takes-the-spotlight/Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-pay-wins-at-the-webbys-as-a-messi-campaign-takes-the-spotlight/ Image Credit: Apple TV
The third season will continue the saga of 10,000 people living in a silo, and for the first time tell it over two timelines. In the present, Juliette Nichols (star and executive producer Rebecca Fergusson) has survived her forced "cleaning" as the silo reels from the rebellion.As that story contin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/silo-will-reveal-more-secrets-as-its-third-season-premieres-in-july/Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/silo-will-reveal-more-secrets-as-its-third-season-premieres-in-july/ Jennie wearing the special edition Onyx Black version of Beats Solo 4. Image Credit: Beats
In a pair of announcements on Tuesday, Beats has introduced two different product variations to its catalog. One being a collaboration with a music star, and the other being an extension of an accessory.The collaboration between Beats and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/beats-brings-out-onyx-black-solo-4-collab-with-jennie-alongside-longer-charging-cables/Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/beats-brings-out-onyx-black-solo-4-collab-with-jennie-alongside-longer-charging-cables/ Apple CEO John Ternus
The company announced that Tim Cook will move into an executive chairman role later in 2026, with senior vice president of hardware engineering John Ternus stepping in as CEO. The transition is set for September and follows what Apple describes as a long-running succession plan.Cook will remain involved at the board level and c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/a-long-planned-apple-ceo-transition-meets-an-analyst-driven-ai-hype-cycle/Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/a-long-planned-apple-ceo-transition-meets-an-analyst-driven-ai-hype-cycle/ Paul McCartney (right) meets Tim Cook at Apple Park - image credit: McCartney
Apple turned 50 earlier this month, and to celebrate, Paul McCartney visited Apple Park to partake in the celebrations. McCartney has now released a video on his YouTube channel, showing Cook taking him on a walking tour of the Apple Park]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/paul-mccartney-shares-backstage-footage-of-his-apple-park-anniversary-concert/Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/paul-mccartney-shares-backstage-footage-of-his-apple-park-anniversary-concert/ Apple Park
In early April, Apple turned to the Hague Convention to demand documents from Samsung Korea, to help deal with its antitrust lawsuit from the U.S. Department of Justice. The DOJ has now criticized the move because of its impeccably bad timing.The DOJ sued Apple for allegedly stifling competition through]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-samsung-korea-demand-prompts-doj-rebuke-in-antitrust-lawsuit/Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-samsung-korea-demand-prompts-doj-rebuke-in-antitrust-lawsuit/ Apple's Pro-tier iPhones will probably get a 200MP first
Apple is always keen to improve the imaging capabilities of the iPhone, with it being a massive selling point. While it has settled on 48-megapixel sensors so far and has resisted the move to triple-digit resolutions, it will inevitably join its rivals in doing so.A Tuesday pos]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/high-resolution-200mp-camera-now-expected-in-2028-iphone/Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/high-resolution-200mp-camera-now-expected-in-2028-iphone/ Incoming Apple CEO John Ternus during an iPad launch - image credit: Apple
From September 1, 2026, Apple will have its eighth CEO as John Ternus takes over from Tim Cook. As markets react to the news, Bloomberg claims to have the inside track on just how the news has been received by Apple staff.It refers to multiple colleagues of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ternus-will-be-more-decisive-than-tim-cook-claims-one-insider/Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ternus-will-be-more-decisive-than-tim-cook-claims-one-insider/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/i-really-need-apple-to-launch-its-foldable-iphone-flip-this-year/Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/i-really-need-apple-to-launch-its-foldable-iphone-flip-this-year/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-secret-google-maps-setting-that-blurs-your-home-from-creeps/Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-secret-google-maps-setting-that-blurs-your-home-from-creeps/ 'The Savant' will debut in July
The more products and services that Apple offers, the more likely it is to cross paths with modern events. While Apple had nothing to do with the murder of Charlie Kirk, it felt the need to push a show's debut that hit a little too close to home.According to a report from]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tvs-the-savant-to-premiere-in-july-after-politically-motivated-delay/Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tvs-the-savant-to-premiere-in-july-after-politically-motivated-delay/ Apple's newest c-suite member Johny Srouji
Apple CEO Tim Cook is stepping down and giving the position to John Ternus, who is currently the SVP of Hardware Engineering. That position is being absorbed by Johny Srouji, who will now be the Chief Hardware Officer.According to an internal memo obtained by Bloomberg, S]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-apple-hardware-chief-wastes-little-time-in-introducing-five-underlings/Tue, 21 Apr 2026 04:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-apple-hardware-chief-wastes-little-time-in-introducing-five-underlings/ No single person has the power to change Apple overnight
Apple's leadership history is punctuated by three significant events: Steve Jobs leaving, his return, and his death. The CEO transition in September 2026 will be the first low-drama change the position has seen since the company's inception.When Tim Cook took ove]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-expect-changes-from-apple-anytime-soon-even-with-new-leadership/Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-expect-changes-from-apple-anytime-soon-even-with-new-leadership/ Tim Cook [left] with Steve Jobs [right]
The departure of Cook to the board brings to an end a long tenure at Apple, one which saw him assist with growing the company into one of the world's tech giants. He arrived at Apple in the wake of Steve Jobs' return, and was instrumental in the turnaround of the company, to the economic]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-tim-cook-started-at-apple-in-1998-and-how-15-years-of-being-the-ceo-ends/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 23:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-tim-cook-started-at-apple-in-1998-and-how-15-years-of-being-the-ceo-ends/ Arthur Levinson will become Apple's Lead Independent Director.
As part of Apple's transition plan, John Ternus is taking over as CEO, and Tim Cook is set to become the company's executive chairman. Meanwhile, the current non-executive chairman, Arthur Levinson, will assume a new position within Apple.In a press release on the Apple website, the compa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/arthur-levinson-to-become-apples-lead-independent-director/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 23:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/arthur-levinson-to-become-apples-lead-independent-director/ John Ternus
Apple, like many other massive companies with giant workforces and a decades-long history, has to plan for the future direction of the company. Part of that preparation involves determining who will take control as CEO after the current leader departs, and what to do to prepare for that inevitability.For Apple]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-new-ceo-who-is-john-ternus/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 23:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-new-ceo-who-is-john-ternus/ Tim Cook thanking WWDC attendees
Tim Cook and John Ternus are two Apple employees of just a handful left that have worked for decades. And now that Tim Cook is stepping back a bit to be Apple Executive Chairman instead of Chief Operating Officer, he has taken some time to reminisce a bit, and thank both emplo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-thanks-users-amp-apple-employees-after-15-years-of-being-ceo/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 23:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-thanks-users-amp-apple-employees-after-15-years-of-being-ceo/ John Ternus
"Cook will continue in his role as CEO through the summer as he works closely with Ternus on a smooth transition," Apple said in a statement. "As executive chairman, Cook will assist with certain aspects of the company, including engaging with policymakers around the world."
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our For]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/john-ternus-in-as-apple-ceo-cook-becoming-apple-executive-chairman/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 22:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/john-ternus-in-as-apple-ceo-cook-becoming-apple-executive-chairman/ Johny Srouji is now Chief Hardware Officer
Apple has finally dropped the expected news that Tim Cook is stepping down as CEO and will be replaced by John Ternus. The transition will take place over the summer.Alongside that groundbreaking news, Apple also revealed a promotion for hardware chief Johny Srouji. He will absorb Ternus' previous position]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-leadership-shakeup-places-johny-srouji-as-new-hardware-chief/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 22:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-leadership-shakeup-places-johny-srouji-as-new-hardware-chief/ Apple Music is currently down.
According to Apple's System Status page, Apple Music was hit by an outage at 2:38 PM Eastern Time, meaning the service has been down for just over an hour at the time of writing. The webpage says that Apple Music users "may be experiencing intermittent issues with this service."That kind of outage means that some users in unspecified regions ma]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/second-apple-music-outage-in-a-week-stops-some-customers-from-streaming/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 22:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/second-apple-music-outage-in-a-week-stops-some-customers-from-streaming/ Apple Music is currently down.
According to Apple's System Status page, Apple Music was hit by an outage at 2:38 PM Eastern Time, meaning the service was down for over five hours. The webpage says that the issue affecting Apple Music was resolved at 8:07 p.m. on Monday.That kind of outage meant that some users in unspecified regions may not have been able to access the service.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/second-apple-music-outage-in-a-week-stopped-some-customers-from-streaming/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 22:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/second-apple-music-outage-in-a-week-stopped-some-customers-from-streaming/ The iPhone 18e and iPhone 18 might have the exact same processing hardware, with the same GPU core count.
In February 2025, Apple scrapped its low-cost iPhone SE line in favor of new models bearing the "e" designation, those being the iPhone 16e, and later, the iPhone 17e.Relative to the standard iPhone 17, the iPhone 17e offers a s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/spring-2027-iphone-18-amp-iphone-18e-may-be-more-alike-than-different/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 20:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/spring-2027-iphone-18-amp-iphone-18e-may-be-more-alike-than-different/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/we-found-multiple-ways-to-knock-as-much-as-300-off-the-apple-watch-series-11/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 20:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/we-found-multiple-ways-to-knock-as-much-as-300-off-the-apple-watch-series-11/ Render of Apple's smart glasses
The company is preparing to launch its first smart glasses by late 2026 as it moves into a growing field of AI wearables. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports in an interview that Apple is targeting a holiday-season debut to meet rising competition.The product is expected to rely on cameras, audio, and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/smart-glasses-race-heats-up-as-apple-prepares-for-late-2026-entry/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/smart-glasses-race-heats-up-as-apple-prepares-for-late-2026-entry/ Apple's hardware that works with the 26-generation operating systems - Image Credit: Apple
The third developer betas for iOS 26.5, iPadOS 26.5, watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, visionOS 26.5, and macOS Tahoe 26.5 come after the second, which appeared on April 13. The first round arrived on March 30, however, Apple re-released the developer beta for iOS 26.5 on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/third-round-of-ios-265-macos-tahoe-265-developer-betas-are-out-now/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/third-round-of-ios-265-macos-tahoe-265-developer-betas-are-out-now/ Grab a steeper price drop on Apple's new 16-inch MacBook Pro today.
We're following fresh price drops on new and blowout Apple gear this Monday, with standout deals on AirTags, AirPods, and 2026 MacBook Pros.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-apple-deals-99-airpods-4-56-airtag-4-pack-2499-m5-pro-16-inch-macbook-pro/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 17:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-apple-deals-99-airpods-4-56-airtag-4-pack-2499-m5-pro-16-inch-macbook-pro/ Trump launching his tariffs in April 2205
On Monday, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced that it has begun developing a refund program to pay back some of the import duties imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The program is known as Consolid]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tariff-refunds-have-started-but-apple-wont-see-cash-back-for-months/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 17:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tariff-refunds-have-started-but-apple-wont-see-cash-back-for-months/ Apple's iPhone 11 will not run iOS 27, claims leaker
Apple does work to make its newest releases of iOS work on as many generations of its iPhones as possible, but there is always a limit. With iOS 26, for instance, the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, and iPhone XR were dropped.Now while Apple has yet to provide a compatibility list, and won't until WWDC]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/an-expected-iphone-model-will-probably-drop-off-the-ios-27-compatibility-list/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 17:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/an-expected-iphone-model-will-probably-drop-off-the-ios-27-compatibility-list/ Earthset, shot on iPhone - Image Credit: Reid Wiseman
The Artemis II mission has been a big marketing boon for Apple, due to the astronauts being supplied the iPhone 17 Pro Max for the round-Moon flight. While there have been stunning images shared from the mission, with some short on the iPhones, one just-released video has taken space imaging to anothe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/epic-earthset-video-was-shot-on-iphone-and-is-a-must-watch/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 17:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/epic-earthset-video-was-shot-on-iphone-and-is-a-must-watch/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-is-the-easiest-way-to-get-an-iphone-17-without-paying-full-price/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-is-the-easiest-way-to-get-an-iphone-17-without-paying-full-price/ Smart Home Insider Podcast
Amazon kicked off the news with several updates to its Fire TV lineup. Most notable was the $35 Fire Stick HD that is now 30% faster and can be powered directly from a TV's USB port.It is running Amazon's new operating system Vega that will be on all Fire devices goi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tv-audio-issues-testing-aqara-p100-amp-more-on-smart-home-insider/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tv-audio-issues-testing-aqara-p100-amp-more-on-smart-home-insider/ A stack of MacBooks
In the first quarter of 2026, global PC shipments hit 63.3 million units, marking a 3.2% increase compared to 2025. The rise was driven by consumers and businesses rushing to buy PCs before anticipated memory price hikes.Additionally, the large number of existing Windows 10 systems prompted ma]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-sales-on-the-rise-prior-to-ram-amp-ssd-pricing-hammering-pc-market/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-sales-on-the-rise-prior-to-ram-amp-ssd-pricing-hammering-pc-market/ Apple TV 4K
Streaming spent the last decade rewarding scale, with Netflix and Prime Video building libraries so large that finding something to watch became a chore. Scale still defines the top tier, but oversized catalogs now slow people down instead of pulling them in.New Q1 2026 data from JustWatch, based on more]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tv-reaping-the-benefits-of-stale-content-on-bigger-streamers/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tv-reaping-the-benefits-of-stale-content-on-bigger-streamers/ Four possible colors of iPhone 18 Pro
The iPhone rumor mill has been on a bit of a color kick lately, with multiple rumors claiming to know which Apple will use in 2028. For the iPhone 18 Pro, it seems that there could be four colors on the way.The image shared by Weibo leaker Ice Universe shows what appear to be rear camera plateaus for the iPhone 18 Pro. It is unclear where they were s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/these-are-rumored-to-be-the-four-iphone-18-pro-colors/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 14:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/these-are-rumored-to-be-the-four-iphone-18-pro-colors/ Tim Cook in a previous visit to India — image credit: Apple
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) determined in July 2024 that Apple has "significant influence" over digital products and services, and that it has abused its market dominance. Consequently, the CCI imposed a fine, but in March of the same year, rev]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/india-says-apple-cant-delay-investigation-of-a-potential-38-billion-fine/Mon, 20 Apr 2026 13:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/india-says-apple-cant-delay-investigation-of-a-potential-38-billion-fine/ Ads, AI, and retirement
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.This week, users were scammed by a Freecash app that somehow got through App Store review, researchers came up with a way to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-japan-ads-ai-assistance-and-a-nice-retirement/Sun, 19 Apr 2026 22:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-japan-ads-ai-assistance-and-a-nice-retirement/ You can already do a lot with the iOS home screen.In more recent updates to iOS and its other operating systems, Apple has made it gradually easier to personalize the home screen. If a report about iOS 27 is accurate, that release could make things even easier.According to Mark Gurman in his "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg, Apple is testing a new home]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27s-home-screen-update-will-make-customization-even-easier/Sun, 19 Apr 2026 20:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27s-home-screen-update-will-make-customization-even-easier/ The next Mac Studio may be delayed
Apple has so far weathered the global RAM and SSD shortages better than most, but still it has raised some prices and ceased selling certain Mac configurations. Now according to Bloomberg, the shortage is going to mean that key new Macs will be delayed.Specifically, the updated Mac Studio that B]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-studio-touchscreen-macbook-pro-delayed-by-memory-shortages/Sun, 19 Apr 2026 16:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-studio-touchscreen-macbook-pro-delayed-by-memory-shortages/ The glowing 26 in the WWDC logo is a hint of what Siri will become in iOS 27
Apple will be holding its Worldwide Developers Conference from June 8 through to June 12. It will be the main preview event for all of Apple's major operating system updates arriving in the fall, including iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27.However, while there will be changes across t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc-2026s-focus-will-be-on-ios-27s-siri-overhaul/Sun, 19 Apr 2026 16:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc-2026s-focus-will-be-on-ios-27s-siri-overhaul/ Man in handcuffs. Image Credit: Pixabay
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-second-suspect-sought-in-2-million-iphone-theft/Sun, 19 Apr 2026 13:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/crime-blotter-second-suspect-sought-in-2-million-iphone-theft/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-2641-will-automatically-enable-this-iphone-security-feature/Sun, 19 Apr 2026 12:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-2641-will-automatically-enable-this-iphone-security-feature/ Grab Samsung's 32-inch M8 USB-C Monitor for just $299.99 today only.
You can pick up the Samsung M8 Smart Monitor for just $299.99 today only during B&H's Deal Zone savings event.Buy Samsung M8 for $299.99
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bamphs-299-samsung-32-inch-m8-usb-c-monitor-deal-ends-today/Sun, 19 Apr 2026 07:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bamphs-299-samsung-32-inch-m8-usb-c-monitor-deal-ends-today/ Image credit: TheFire.org
In February, a lawsuit from the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) took aim at the U.S. government over the right to report the activities of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency (ICE).The preliminary finding, issued on April 17, lands in FIRE's favor, with the Department of Homel]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ice-monitoring-app-takedowns-violated-the-first-amendment/Sat, 18 Apr 2026 17:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ice-monitoring-app-takedowns-violated-the-first-amendment/ The rear sensor of the Apple Watch
The long-running lawsuit over the Apple Watch has continued, this time with a partial win for Apple. In the latest development, which saw Masimo accuse Apple of infringing on its blood oxygen patents, the medical tech firm was denied a review of a preliminary ruling.On March 19, the U.S. Court of Appeal for the Federal Ci]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/usitc-wont-allow-masimo-to-bring-back-the-apple-watch-ban/Sat, 18 Apr 2026 16:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/usitc-wont-allow-masimo-to-bring-back-the-apple-watch-ban/ The rear sensor of the Apple Watch
The long-running lawsuit over the Apple Watch has continued, this time with a partial win for Apple. In the latest development, which saw Masimo accuse Apple of infringing on its blood oxygen patents, the medical tech firm was denied a review of a preliminary ruling.On March 19, the U.S. Court of Appeal for the Federal]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/us-itc-wont-allow-masimo-to-bring-back-the-apple-watch-ban/Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/us-itc-wont-allow-masimo-to-bring-back-the-apple-watch-ban/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/going-on-a-spring-hike-heres-how-to-download-a-map-to-your-iphone/Sat, 18 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/going-on-a-spring-hike-heres-how-to-download-a-map-to-your-iphone/ Grab an Apple Watch Series 11 from just $299 this weekend - Image credit: Apple
Amazon's Apple Watch deals have ramped up for the second half of April, with the 42mm Series 11 returning to $299, the lowest price on record, for the weekend.Buy Apple Watch S11 for $299
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/weekend-apple-watch-series-11-deals-deliver-prices-as-low-as-299/Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/weekend-apple-watch-series-11-deals-deliver-prices-as-low-as-299/ India drops proposal mandating Apple preinstall national ID app
In November, India's Ministry of Communications issued a directive ordering smartphone producers to preload Aadhaar on any phone sold within the country. The order would have affected Apple, Oppo, Vivo, and Xiaomi.According to Reuters, India's IT ministry has since]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/india-wont-force-apple-to-preinstall-its-state-run-app-on-iphone-after-all/Fri, 17 Apr 2026 22:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/india-wont-force-apple-to-preinstall-its-state-run-app-on-iphone-after-all/ The new Aspekt Touch 4K Monitor with Mac mini dock
We talked about this pair in a news post a few months ago, you guys had opinions, and I knew almost instantly that we'd have to get it on our test bench. We've had this combo for all of 24 hours at this point, and we thought we'd ta]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/aspekt-touch-4k-monitor-with-mac-mini-dock-is-cool-but-2200-is-too-expensive/Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/aspekt-touch-4k-monitor-with-mac-mini-dock-is-cool-but-2200-is-too-expensive/ The App Store is not as safe as Apple says, or as Apple could make it —- image credit: Apple
In just the last week, Freecash was removed for how it sold user data. Apple only killed itafter it was asked about the issue.At about the same time, a fake cryptocurrency app took users for around $9.5 million before it]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/app-store-scams-are-getting-worse-and-apple-isnt-doing-enough/Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/app-store-scams-are-getting-worse-and-apple-isnt-doing-enough/ Within the space of a few weeks in 2020, a disagreement betw]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/epic-games-vs-apple-the-continuing-six-year-app-store-saga/Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/epic-games-vs-apple-the-continuing-six-year-app-store-saga/ Steve Jobs (left) and Gil Amelio (right), failing to see eye to eye - image credit: Apple
Gil Amelio is yet another Apple CEO who has never had the profile of Tim Cook, Steve Jobs, or John Sculley. If he's remembered for his time running Apple, it is because he had the firm acquire NeXT and so was responsible for Steve Jobs return]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-at-50-gil-amelio-the-ceo-who-brought-back-steve-jobs/Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-at-50-gil-amelio-the-ceo-who-brought-back-steve-jobs/ There's no Mac Neo yet, but there should be.
Maybe Apple will never make a tiny desktop Mac Neo, but it should and it has everything it needs to do it, from processors to the massive success of the MacBook Neo. True, the company does seem to be a little busy with the iPhone Fold, though.Speaking of which, the on again, off]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-neo-iphone-fold-and-stealing-from-your-iphone-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-neo-iphone-fold-and-stealing-from-your-iphone-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/ Apple's iPhone 17 series has proven popular in China
The quarter, ending March 2026, saw Apple's iPhone sales increase by the biggest percentage since the final quarter of 2020. With a 20% increase in iPhone sales when compared to the previous year, there are thought to be multiple reasons for Apple's strong performance.At the very to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphones-20-chinese-sales-boost-beat-out-huawei-and-others/Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphones-20-chinese-sales-boost-beat-out-huawei-and-others/ Stan Ng in a video presentation for the Apple Watch Ultra - image credit: Apple
Stan Ng was Apple's vice president, Apple Watch and Health Product Marketing, where he was involved with the whole design philosophy of the smart watch. But his three decades at the company extend back to the original iPod, and to before the return o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-chief-posts-loving-farewell-to-apple-park-on-his-retirement/Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-chief-posts-loving-farewell-to-apple-park-on-his-retirement/ Mockup of a Dark Cherry iPhone - original image credit: Wesley Hilliard, recoloring by William Gallagher
Apple did already go some way to getting rid of the horrible Cosmic Orange color, by making some iPhones turn pink instead. But reportedly, it's now discarding the color entirely, in favor of a more appealing Deep Cherry.Macworld claims to have a source th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/cosmic-orange-is-out-dark-cherry-rumored-to-be-new-hot-iphone-18-pro-color/Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/cosmic-orange-is-out-dark-cherry-rumored-to-be-new-hot-iphone-18-pro-color/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-hidden-iphone-feature-you-need-to-enable-for-crystal-clear-calls/Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-hidden-iphone-feature-you-need-to-enable-for-crystal-clear-calls/ Casely has reannounced its 2025 recall of the 5,000mAh Power Pods MagSafe charger.
Back in April 2025, Casely and the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (USCPSC) published a recall of the 5,000mAh Power Pods wireless. More than 429,000 units were recalled, following 51 incidents of the products "overheating, expanding, or catching fire," ultimately causing bur]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/casely-power-pods-recall-reannounced-after-a-fatality-in-new-jersey/Fri, 17 Apr 2026 01:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/casely-power-pods-recall-reannounced-after-a-fatality-in-new-jersey/ An iCloud backup played a crucial role in the discovery of a money laundering ring in Brazil.
iCloud backups have played a key role in exposing organized crime, helping police uncover a poker rigging scheme in October 2025, and now contributing to the discovery of a $320 million money laundering operation in Brazil.As part of an investigation into alleg]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/320m-money-laundering-scheme-uncovered-using-icloud-backup/Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/320m-money-laundering-scheme-uncovered-using-icloud-backup/ Save on every new MacBook Neo, including this popular Citrus option.
A popular option for families and bargain hunters, Apple's MacBook Neo is on sale at Amazon today, with the standard 256GB model marked down to $589.99 after a $10 discount. At press time, all four colorways are eligible for the savings, with units shipping now or in 1-2 days, depending on the color.Buy]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-issues-589-macbook-neo-deal-lowest-price-on-new-release/Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-issues-589-macbook-neo-deal-lowest-price-on-new-release/ Grab a 1TB MacBook Pro 14-inch for $1,580 at Amazon - Image credit: Apple
You can pick up the 1TB 14-inch MacBook Pro for $1,580 at Amazon in Silver, while the Space Black version is on sale for $1,599 at both B&H and Amazon.Buy M5 MacBook Pro for $1,580
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/price-war-apples-1tb-m5-macbook-pro-dips-to-1580/Thu, 16 Apr 2026 20:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/price-war-apples-1tb-m5-macbook-pro-dips-to-1580/ An example of Perplexity Personal Computer from its video
The release expands beyond an earlier limited preview and reaches Perplexity Max subscribers and waitlisted users through the company's Mac app. Personal Computer connects to local folders, native macOS apps, and the browser, giving the AI the ability to read]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/personal-computer-from-perplexity-can-make-a-mac-an-always-on-ai-operator/Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/personal-computer-from-perplexity-can-make-a-mac-an-always-on-ai-operator/ Buyers are switching from and to the iPhone less than ever
The increased loyalty also means that smartphone buyers are less likely to switch from Android to iPhone and vice versa. That's according to new research that found that of those who do switch, Android users are more likely to buy iPhones than the other way around.However, switching does still happen. And Android]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/smartphone-buyers-are-more-loyal-than-ever-but-they-still-switch-to-iphone/Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/smartphone-buyers-are-more-loyal-than-ever-but-they-still-switch-to-iphone/ Blackmagic Design's iPhone camera app
The update shifts the camera app beyond standalone recording by tying the iPhone into coordinated production environments. Remote monitoring from Apple Watch, control through Blackmagic's ProDock, and support for dedicated focus and zoom hardware position the device as part of a larger, mana]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-stops-shooting-solo-with-remote-control-in-blackmagic-camera/Thu, 16 Apr 2026 16:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-stops-shooting-solo-with-remote-control-in-blackmagic-camera/ Apple is offering a discount on AirPods and other accessories right now
The deal, which runs from today through May 26, is only valid at physical Apple Stores. Those who don't have an Apple Store within traveling distance are, unfortunately, out of luck.Apple also notes that customers must recycle their old hardware and buy their]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-get-10-off-apple-airpods-and-more-when-you-recycle-old-devices/Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-get-10-off-apple-airpods-and-more-when-you-recycle-old-devices/ Claire Lomas pictured in 2012 walking London Marathon - image credit: Lulu Kyriacou
In 2024, Apple was making one of the first of its "Adventure" immersive videos for the then-new Apple Vision Pro, featuring spectacular feats such as Parkour running in Paris. According to Bloomberg, Lomas was being filmed flying a conve]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-immersive-video-documentary-pilot-died-in-microlight-aircraft-crash/Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-immersive-video-documentary-pilot-died-in-microlight-aircraft-crash/ Apple claims it now uses 100% recycled gold plating in all Apple-designed printed circuit board - image credit: Apple
Its 2025 annual environmental report was a tale of the company being under pressure to reach its 2030 target despite the new energy requirements of AI. But for 2026, the company can now point t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-is-using-a-record-high-30-recycled-material-across-its-entire-product-line/Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-is-using-a-record-high-30-recycled-material-across-its-entire-product-line/ New Apple Intelligence features are rumored for iOS 27
That's according to a new report, which cites code discovered on Apple's backend servers. The new features are yet to be confirmed by Apple, but could bring additional functionality to a beleaguered Apple Intelligence feature set.Apple isn't expected to announce the iOS 27 update until its June 2026 WWDC event.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-ios-27-apple-intelligence-features-could-boost-safari-wallet-and-more/Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-ios-27-apple-intelligence-features-could-boost-safari-wallet-and-more/ iPhone 17 Pro has a new wider camera plateau, which could feasibly be used in the next model to incorporate a variable aperture mechanism.
A variable aperture will be one of the most significant improvements Apple has made to the iPhone's camera system, bringing it another feature that's prev]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-iphone-18-pro-variable-aperture-camera-component-is-now-in-production/Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-iphone-18-pro-variable-aperture-camera-component-is-now-in-production/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-iphone-search-bar-hack-makes-navigating-your-call-history-easy/Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-iphone-search-bar-hack-makes-navigating-your-call-history-easy/ You can download installers for most versions of the Mac operating system back to OS X Lion - image credit: Apple
Apple does rather prefer you to use only the latest version of macOS, but it's not as if it charges you to do so. Eventually you might need to buy a new Mac, so there is some f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-download-and-install-older-macos-versions-on-compatible-macs/Thu, 16 Apr 2026 04:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-download-and-install-older-macos-versions-on-compatible-macs/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-power-bank-for-iphones-in-2026/Thu, 16 Apr 2026 03:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-power-bank-for-iphones-in-2026/ It is trivially easy to search for deepfake tools when they take out ads
It isn't just the Grok app that lets users create nonconsensual deepfake nudes and pornography. Apple did remove at least 28 such apps in January, and even threatened xAI with a Grok removal, but that clearly hasn't been enough.According to a report from The Tec]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/deepfake-nonconsensual-porn-apps-are-advertising-in-the-app-store/Thu, 16 Apr 2026 01:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/deepfake-nonconsensual-porn-apps-are-advertising-in-the-app-store/ Visa cards on Apple Pay have a very specific vulnerability that no one should worry about
Fear is one of the most prevalent emotions to utilize when looking to make some content go viral. If you watched TV in the past 40 years, a lot of late-night news broadcasts thrived on the "bu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/improbable-visa-amp-iphone-loophole-leads-to-apple-pay-heist-thatll-never-happen-to-you/Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/improbable-visa-amp-iphone-loophole-leads-to-apple-pay-heist-thatll-never-happen-to-you/ Apple will allegedly organize an AI coding bootcamp for its Siri engineers.
Apple's planned contextual awareness upgrade for Siri still isn't here, nearly two years after it was announced at WWDC 2024. Development has hit some snags, and it's often been said that Apple has fallen behind in the AI race.However, the company remains undeterred.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Dis]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-mandatory-ai-coding-bootcamp-could-help-make-a-better-siri/Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-mandatory-ai-coding-bootcamp-could-help-make-a-better-siri/ Apple will allegedly organize an AI coding bootcamp for its Siri engineers.
Apple's planned contextual awareness upgrade for Siri still isn't here, nearly two years after it was announced at WWDC 2024. Development has hit some snags, and it's often been said that Apple has fallen behind in the AI race.However, the company remai]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-ai-coding-bootcamp-could-help-its-engineers-make-a-better-siri-with-ai/Wed, 15 Apr 2026 23:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-ai-coding-bootcamp-could-help-its-engineers-make-a-better-siri-with-ai/ Jon Prosser believes his Liquid Glass leaks are protected speech
Things haven't been going well for Front Page Tech owner Jon Prosser. He leaked early prototype designs of Liquid Glass and has been sued by Apple for how he allegedly got hold of the materials.After failing to respond to Apple's complaints and place]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/jon-prossers-last-ditch-effort-against-apples-lawsuit-is-the-first-amendment/Wed, 15 Apr 2026 22:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/jon-prossers-last-ditch-effort-against-apples-lawsuit-is-the-first-amendment/ The FCC's ban applies to almost the entire U.S. market
In March, the U.S. Federal Communications Commission implemented a ban on routers. Rather than targeting products from specific companies, it banned any routers "produced in a foreign country."The reality is that, since the vast majority of routers are importe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/whitelisted-which-router-manufacturers-arent-affected-by-fccs-ban/Wed, 15 Apr 2026 22:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/whitelisted-which-router-manufacturers-arent-affected-by-fccs-ban/ Apple Intelligence and Google Gemini
The app runs on recent macOS versions and lets users summon Gemini instantly with a keyboard shortcut. Users can analyze on-screen content with permission and work with files, images, and documents without leaving their current app.Google frames the release as a way to ke]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/google-gemini-mac-app-focuses-on-speed-over-deep-integration/Wed, 15 Apr 2026 21:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/google-gemini-mac-app-focuses-on-speed-over-deep-integration/ Tim Cook's custom-made sneakers from an iPad Pro launch - Image source: Apple via Hypebeast
Tim Cook has a long-time relationship with shoe and fitness brand Nike that has lasted for two decades. On Friday, the Apple CEO deepened his dealings by buying more Nike stock.In a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, Cook bought 25,000 Nike sha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/nike-board-member-tim-cook-pumps-another-1m-into-shoe-makers-stock/Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/nike-board-member-tim-cook-pumps-another-1m-into-shoe-makers-stock/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/our-shopping-experts-found-ways-to-knock-up-to-830-off-apples-sleek-iphone-air/Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/our-shopping-experts-found-ways-to-knock-up-to-830-off-apples-sleek-iphone-air/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-ultra-3-is-one-of-the-best-smartwatches-and-these-deals-make-it-even-better/Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-ultra-3-is-one-of-the-best-smartwatches-and-these-deals-make-it-even-better/ Living in an Apple Home
Smart home technology has come a long way since Apple first revealed HomeKit in 2014. I got in early with Hue smart bulbs and built things out from there, but I was always a renter.In March 2026, I closed on my first home and moved in. Slowly but surely, I've begun sett]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/owning-an-apple-home-packing-moving-out-moving-in-and-setting-up/Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/owning-an-apple-home-packing-moving-out-moving-in-and-setting-up/ Save $50 on AirPods Pro 3 today at Amazon.
Apple AirPods Pro 3 are on sale for $199.99 at Amazon today thanks to a $50 discount (and ringing in within $0.99 of the lowest price seen this month).Buy AirPods Pro 3 for $199.99
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-top-199-airpods-pro-3-deal-is-back-this-april/Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-top-199-airpods-pro-3-deal-is-back-this-april/ Netgear Nighthawk router
In March, the U.S. Federal Communications Commission made the decision to ban imports of all foreign-made routers, due to national security concerns. At the time, no exemptions were made, so the ban affected practically every rou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/fcc-hands-netgear-an-effective-monopoly-on-router-sale-in-the-us/Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/fcc-hands-netgear-an-effective-monopoly-on-router-sale-in-the-us/ Adobe Creative Cloud logo
Adobe's Firefly AI Assistant is agentic, meaning it can perform complex tasks and make decisions on its own. Instead of requiring continual guidance, agentic AI works independently to achieve a goal set by the user.So, essentially, you'll tell the assistant what you want, and the assistant will take the steps to make that happ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/adobe-announces-firefly-ai-assistant-as-it-expands-into-agentic-ai-tools/Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/adobe-announces-firefly-ai-assistant-as-it-expands-into-agentic-ai-tools/ Apple Vision Pro review: stuck in place
Analysts have called the Apple Vision Pro a rare failure, even if Apple sold $157 million worth in the Christmas 2025 quarter. Then there have also been accusations of Apple's penny-pinching means Apple Store demos failed to convert into sales.That's all subjective, but it does seem that mor]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-at-50-spatial-computing-is-the-future-but-when-is-the-question/Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-at-50-spatial-computing-is-the-future-but-when-is-the-question/ Apple's iPad Air with M4, without OLED
Apple started to embrace OLED as a display technology with the iPad Pro, following after the smaller-scale display in the Apple Watch. However, while there has been some debate over when other models will get the same treatment, a report insists that it will be happening as soon as 2027 for one model.Multiple industr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ipad-air-with-oled-now-expected-to-have-an-early-2027-launch/Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ipad-air-with-oled-now-expected-to-have-an-early-2027-launch/ Every new app goes though a review process, but Freecash got through
At least the fake Ledger Live had a believable name, albeit copied from a genuine cryptocurrency app. In comparison, "Freecash" went all-in on the money-for-nothing idea that should have warned users that there was a problem.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/freecash-app-scammed-users-and-the-app-store-for-months-before-removal/Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/freecash-app-scammed-users-and-the-app-store-for-months-before-removal/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-straining-your-eyes-this-feature-could-help/Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-straining-your-eyes-this-feature-could-help/ X and Grok faced backlash after deepfake problem
For several horrific days in January, social media platform X was flooded with AI-generated pornographic images involving non-consenting adults and minors. Many wondered why legal entities were slow to respond, but above all, why Apple was completely sil]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/grok-nonconsensual-pornographic-deepfakes-almost-led-to-an-app-store-ban/Wed, 15 Apr 2026 03:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/grok-nonconsensual-pornographic-deepfakes-almost-led-to-an-app-store-ban/ Journey Summit Ultra 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station
If you're in the Apple ecosystem, chances are you've got at least two — if not three, four, or five Apple devices that need to be charged at any given moment. Journey knows this, which is why it's created its own take on a convenient multi-c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/journey-summit-ultra-3-in-1-wireless-charging-station-review-sleek-speedy-and-expensive/Wed, 15 Apr 2026 02:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/journey-summit-ultra-3-in-1-wireless-charging-station-review-sleek-speedy-and-expensive/ Apple Trumbull - Image Credit: Apple
On April 9, it was revealed that Apple was preparing to close three of its stores in the United States in June. The group consists of Apple North County in Escondido, California, Apple Towson Town Center in Towson, Maryland, and Apple Trumbull in Trumbull, Connecticut.After the init]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-store-closures-make-sense-to-apple-but-not-to-the-community/Tue, 14 Apr 2026 21:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-store-closures-make-sense-to-apple-but-not-to-the-community/ A fake version of the Ledger Live macOS app has stolen $9.5M in cryptocurrency.
The world of cryptocurrency has always carried significant risks, and even iPhone and iPad users aren't immune to its dangers. Now and then, malicious actors find ways to steal money, be it via outright hacking or through a cams designed to drain cryptowallets.In April 2026, Mac]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bogus-crypto-wallet-on-app-store-steals-95m/Tue, 14 Apr 2026 21:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bogus-crypto-wallet-on-app-store-steals-95m/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/your-iphones-maps-app-could-get-ads-with-ios-265/Tue, 14 Apr 2026 21:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/your-iphones-maps-app-could-get-ads-with-ios-265/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/i-found-over-20-deals-that-can-score-you-an-iphone-for-practically-free/Tue, 14 Apr 2026 20:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/i-found-over-20-deals-that-can-score-you-an-iphone-for-practically-free/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-series-10-stock-is-running-low-but-you-can-still-save-100-off/Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-series-10-stock-is-running-low-but-you-can-still-save-100-off/ The newly refurbished Apple Business| Image credit: Apple
In late March, Apple announced that it would be releasing a consolidated version of its business tools. Formerly spread across three apps, the Apple Business platform aims to provide helpful tools to businesses of any size.As promised, Apple has released Apple Business to the App Store on April]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-business-tools-are-now-available-to-download-for-free/Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-business-tools-are-now-available-to-download-for-free/ Save up to $200 on Apple's new Apple Studio Display XDR.
Expercom is slashing prices on Apple Studio Display XDR models this week, with discounts of up to $200 off and prices as low as $2,749 (the lowest seen since the monitor was announced in March 2026).Today's best Apple Studio Display XDR deals
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-up-to-200-on-the-2026-apple-studio-display-xdr-today/Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-up-to-200-on-the-2026-apple-studio-display-xdr-today/ Microsoft Surface Laptop, now more expensive
The global RAM and flash storage caused by the demands of AI infrastructure build-outs and a slow scaling up of chip production has led to memory prices rising considerably in 2026. While the bulk of our reporting]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/steep-microsoft-surface-price-hikes-may-be-a-preview-of-the-same-from-apple/Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/steep-microsoft-surface-price-hikes-may-be-a-preview-of-the-same-from-apple/ Jon Prosser as a Tim Cook-like figure in a parody Apple Event video. Image credit: Frontpage Tech
The company filed a lawsuit against Prosser and Ramacciotti on July 17, 2025. Apple claims the two accessed a development iPhone belonging to an Apple engineer and revealed features of the unreleased iOS 26.Apple argues that t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/jon-prossers-silence-stalls-apples-leak-lawsuit-as-discovery-drags-on/Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/jon-prossers-silence-stalls-apples-leak-lawsuit-as-discovery-drags-on/ Messages via Satellite - Image Credit: Pixabay/Terry McGraw
The iPhone's satellite features, including Emergency SOS via Satellite, rely on connectivity from satellite service operator Globalstar. That company is now being bought by another tech giant, Amazon.Fulfilling rumors from early April, Amazon confirmed on Tuesday that it has agreed to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-11-billion-globalstar-deal-has-implications-for-future-iphone-satellite-features/Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-11-billion-globalstar-deal-has-implications-for-future-iphone-satellite-features/ Apple Store in Wallisellen, Switzerland
The company submitted a building application to the city of Zurich in February 2026 outlining the project. The scheduled plan is to begin construction in November 2026 and finish by May 2027.Apple's plan includes a redesigned storefront, an updated facade, and a reconfigured interior layout located ne]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/long-awaited-zurich-apple-store-upgrade-stops-short-of-flagship-scale/Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/long-awaited-zurich-apple-store-upgrade-stops-short-of-flagship-scale/ MacBook Neo [left], Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3x [right]
The introduction of the MacBook Neo was a big event for Apple. Not only was it a new model for its MacBook catalog, but it was also a shift to cover the value end of the market.This is a price category that Apple has no real prior experience in, considering its premium-focused hist]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macbook-neo-vs-lenovo-ideapad-slim-3x-inexpensive-mac-vs-windows-toe-to-toe/Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macbook-neo-vs-lenovo-ideapad-slim-3x-inexpensive-mac-vs-windows-toe-to-toe/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-26-heres-everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-iphone-software/Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-26-heres-everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-iphone-software/ Sonos Play review: Sonos is back with a new portable speaker
Without getting too into the weeds, the last couple of years have been unusually tough for Sonos. The speaker maker took a lot of well-deserved flak for rolling out an app update that wasn't ready.This update revamped the UI, but it was also temporarily lackin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sonos-play-review-sonos-is-back-with-the-goldilocks-of-portable-speakers/Tue, 14 Apr 2026 02:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sonos-play-review-sonos-is-back-with-the-goldilocks-of-portable-speakers/ Blackmagic's URSA Cine immersive camera is here.
Announced back in June 2024, the high-end camera was presented as an end-to-end workflow for the Apple Immersive Video format used by the Apple Vision Pro. Apple Immersive Video delivers 8K 3D video with a 180-degree field of view, along with support for Spatial Audio.With the Apple Vision Pro, Appl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/blackmagics-camera-for-apple-vision-pro-content-is-now-available-for-30k/Tue, 14 Apr 2026 01:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/blackmagics-camera-for-apple-vision-pro-content-is-now-available-for-30k/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/need-to-scan-your-tax-documents-before-deadline-use-your-iphones-hidden-scanner/Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/need-to-scan-your-tax-documents-before-deadline-use-your-iphones-hidden-scanner/ iPhone Fold could still be revealed on time, even if manufacturing is delayed
The rumor mill has been churning at a rapid pace after news of a potential iPhone Fold delay appeared. However, different sources can't agree on exactly how long the delay might be.A new report from Digitimes hopes to clarify things with information from its sou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-limbo-both-delayed-amp-still-coming-in-2026/Mon, 13 Apr 2026 23:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-limbo-both-delayed-amp-still-coming-in-2026/ American Airlines now supports the revamped iOS 26 boarding pass system.
At WWDC 2025, Apple revealed that upgraded boarding passes, with support for Live Activities and real-time flight information, would make their way to the Apple Wallet app with iOS 26. Improved support for tracking luggage with AirTags and Find My, along with maps data for airports, was touted as]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-26-boarding-passes-now-available-for-american-airlines-flights/Mon, 13 Apr 2026 22:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-26-boarding-passes-now-available-for-american-airlines-flights/ iOS 26.5 beta 2 includes a new splash screen for Apple Maps ads.
Following multiple rumors of advertisements coming to Apple Maps, the change was officially confirmed on March 24. With Monday's iOS 26.5 developer beta, Apple has now taken the first step towards bringing ads to the iPhone's built-in Maps app.The software update contains a new splash screen detaili]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-maps-ads-inch-closer-to-release-with-ios-265-beta-2/Mon, 13 Apr 2026 21:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-maps-ads-inch-closer-to-release-with-ios-265-beta-2/ Apple's hardware that works with the 26-generation operating systems - Image Credit: Apple
The second developer betas for iOS 26.5, iPadOS 26.5, watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, visionOS 26.5, and macOS Tahoe 26.5 replace the first, which arrived on March 30. However, Apple re-released the developer beta for iOS 26.5 on March 24, with a new build number.iOS 26.5 bu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/testing-of-second-ios-265-macos-265-developer-beta-builds-now-underway/Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/testing-of-second-ios-265-macos-265-developer-beta-builds-now-underway/ iWork icons of both generations
Apple's introduction of the Creator Studio brought with it new versions of the iWork suite to match. The new apps, designed to work better with the Creator Studio subscription, were provided while still allowing users to acquire the previous version of the apps.However, as of April 1]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/old-iwork-apps-are-now-gone-creator-studio-iwork-apps-are-still-free/Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/old-iwork-apps-are-now-gone-creator-studio-iwork-apps-are-still-free/ Save $50 on Apple's iPad 11 A16 at Amazon.
Amazon is kicking off this week with a return of a $50 discount on Apple's iPad 11 with the A16 chip in your choice of Blue, Pink, or Silver.Buy iPad 11 for $299
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-launches-50-discount-on-ipad-11-for-april/Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-launches-50-discount-on-ipad-11-for-april/ Mockup of a Mac Neo, featuring a Mac mini chassis in Citrus color and with fewer ports
Beyond having the components, Apple has all of the elements to make a "Mac Neo" Mac mini adjunct. There is proof of market demand, and proof in the company's own historica]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-neo-should-be-the-follow-up-to-the-huge-success-of-the-macbook-neo/Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-neo-should-be-the-follow-up-to-the-huge-success-of-the-macbook-neo/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-pay-full-price-for-the-iphone-16-with-these-must-have-deals/Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-pay-full-price-for-the-iphone-16-with-these-must-have-deals/ Render of iPhone Fold
Foldables have been available for years, yet the crease continues to be the main compromise that distinguishes them from traditional smartphones. Initially, designs concentrated on hinges, support plates, and mechanical tension systems to flatten the display.These methods enhanced durability]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-skips-hinge-problem-turns-to-material-science-to-solve-the-crease/Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-skips-hinge-problem-turns-to-material-science-to-solve-the-crease/ Smart Home Insider Podcast
Mary-Ann Rau is the CEO and co-founder of Merino Energy, a new start-up that just put its first product available for preorder. It's the Merino Heat Pump Mono and is the very first home heat pump to integrate with Apple Home.Unlike traditional HVAC units, the heat pump easily installs into any room wit]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/aqara-w200-review-homemapper-app-amp-heat-pump-talk-with-mary-ann-rau-on-smart-home-insider/Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/aqara-w200-review-homemapper-app-amp-heat-pump-talk-with-mary-ann-rau-on-smart-home-insider/ One example of the many new interpretations of the App Store logo being used in Japan - image credit: Apple
There's got to be someone new in Apple's marketing team, because the company is suddenly playing around with its usually protected icons and images. It started with the cute Little Finder Guy on Instagram, it's continued with an original Ma]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/joyously-arty-app-store-animations-join-finder-guy-in-apples-new-social-media-push/Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/joyously-arty-app-store-animations-join-finder-guy-in-apples-new-social-media-push/ One example of the many new interpretations of the App Store logo being used in Japan - image credit: Apple
There's got to be someone new in Apple's marketing team, because the company is suddenly playing around with its usually protected icons and images. It started with the cute Little Finder Guy on Instagram, it's continued with an original Ma]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/joyously-arty-app-store-animations-joins-finder-guy-in-apples-new-social-media-push/Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/joyously-arty-app-store-animations-joins-finder-guy-in-apples-new-social-media-push/ Mockup of a deep red iPhone 18 Pro Max
On April 11, prominent leaker Digital Chat Station posted to Weibo about the iPhone 18 Pro. The machine-translated post claims that the iPhone 18 Pro "has a high probability of being crimson."Somewhat adding a little bit of confusion to the mix is the rest of the post. Apparently, the forecast is based on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/seeing-red-another-leaker-jumps-on-the-crimson-iphone-18-pro-bandwagon/Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/seeing-red-another-leaker-jumps-on-the-crimson-iphone-18-pro-bandwagon/ Lebanon in Apple Maps
Apple Maps had a controversial start over getting locations wrong, and it's more recently been used to reveal troop movements in Russia. But now that Israel is invading southern Lebanon, Apple Maps is accused of removing village and town names from the region.Apple has removed Lebanese village names in Southern Lebanon.Continue Reading]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-maps-did-not-erase-lebanon-towns-during-israeli-attacks-insists-apple/Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-maps-did-not-erase-lebanon-towns-during-israeli-attacks-insists-apple/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/i-love-my-wife-but-im-not-sharing-airpods-with-her-again-thanks-to-this-iphone-trick/Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/i-love-my-wife-but-im-not-sharing-airpods-with-her-again-thanks-to-this-iphone-trick/ Image credits: NASA/Overcast
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.This week, researchers managed to get around Apple Intelligence security measures using prompt inject]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-macbook-neo-upgrades-masses-of-mac-minis-and-iphone-re-entry/Sun, 12 Apr 2026 21:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-macbook-neo-upgrades-masses-of-mac-minis-and-iphone-re-entry/ John Giannandrea - image credit: Apple
If you spend your notice period at home, you're on gardening leave. If you spend it at work and you're waiting for when your contracted stock bonuses realize, it's called "rest and vest".It appears that the stock options agreed for John Giannandrea's contract when Apple hired him in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/eight-years-later-apple-quietly-shuts-the-door-on-ai-chief-john-giannandrea/Sun, 12 Apr 2026 16:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/eight-years-later-apple-quietly-shuts-the-door-on-ai-chief-john-giannandrea/ Optimistic renders of what Apple Glass could look like - Image Credit: AppleInsider
Apple has long been working on its smart glasses, known as Apple Glass. What is anticipated to actually launch will be quite close to what the existing Meta Ray-Bans can already do.In Sunday's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-future-smart-glasses-plan-is-just-part-of-a-larger-computer-vision-play/Sun, 12 Apr 2026 16:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-future-smart-glasses-plan-is-just-part-of-a-larger-computer-vision-play/ Looking at Earth from Artemis II, shot on an iPhone. - Image Credit: NASA
On Friday evening, the crew of Artemis II splashed down on the coast of San Diego. It brought to an end the ten-day mission, which saw four astronauts take off, fly around the moon, and return home.As the three NASA and one Canadian Space Agency]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-chiefs-welcome-artemis-ii-back-to-earth-after-the-best-shot-on-iphone-campaign-ever/Sun, 12 Apr 2026 15:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-chiefs-welcome-artemis-ii-back-to-earth-after-the-best-shot-on-iphone-campaign-ever/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-2641-isnt-a-big-update-but-you-should-download-it-anyway/Sun, 12 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-2641-isnt-a-big-update-but-you-should-download-it-anyway/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/18-secret-iphone-features-in-ios-26-you-probably-didnt-know-existed/Sun, 12 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/18-secret-iphone-features-in-ios-26-you-probably-didnt-know-existed/ Grab AirPods Max USB-C for just $399.95 today only - Image credit: Apple
The flash deal, which discounts first-gen AirPods Max with USB-C to $399.95, is valid today only at Apple Authorized Reseller B&H Photo.Buy AirPods Max for $399.95
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/today-only-grab-airpods-max-usb-c-for-39995-150-off/Sun, 12 Apr 2026 08:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/today-only-grab-airpods-max-usb-c-for-39995-150-off/ Mac Studio
So far, Apple's updates to bring its products up to the M5 chip generation has involved portable products, like the MacBook Pro. While the world waits for desktop Macs to get the same treatment, it seems that Apple is preparing for its own product launches.Customers attempting to buy some models of Mac mini and Mac Studio from the online]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ram-pinch-more-mac-studio-amp-some-mac-mini-configs-not-available-from-apple-online/Sat, 11 Apr 2026 21:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ram-pinch-more-mac-studio-amp-some-mac-mini-configs-not-available-from-apple-online/ Mac Studio
So far, Apple's updates to bring its products up to the M5 chip generation has involved portable products, like the MacBook Pro. While the world waits for desktop Macs to get the same treatment, it seems that Apple is preparing for its own product launches.Customers attempting to buy some models of Mac mini and Mac Studio from the online]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/some-mac-studio-mac-mini-configurations-are-not-available-from-apple-online/Sat, 11 Apr 2026 18:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/some-mac-studio-mac-mini-configurations-are-not-available-from-apple-online/ QIDI Max 4 3D Printer Review
I consider myself a professional amateur 3D printing hobbyist. The Anet A8 was my starter printer about five years ago. Between then and now, I've picked up and messed with a Creality Ender 3 and an Anycubic Photon series resin printer.More recently, I've even tried my hand at building]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/qidi-max-4-review-the-fdm-multicolor-printer-that-you-want/Sat, 11 Apr 2026 16:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/qidi-max-4-review-the-fdm-multicolor-printer-that-you-want/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/grab-a-direct-discount-or-trade-in-savings-to-get-the-apple-watch-series-11-for-less/Fri, 10 Apr 2026 20:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/grab-a-direct-discount-or-trade-in-savings-to-get-the-apple-watch-series-11-for-less/ A tale of two tests: TestFlight and a gaming convention.Back in early February, Character Limit had reached a good stopping point to get some testing done with real players. A lot of the work had been done, so now it was time to get some bug fixing and polishing done, and to get some real feedback.This previously came]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/game-development-diary-testflight-trial-by-fire-and-a-trophy/Fri, 10 Apr 2026 20:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/game-development-diary-testflight-trial-by-fire-and-a-trophy/ Apple TV 4K
The company will host a free "Think Apple TV" activation at Westfield Century City in Los Angeles across two weekends, running April 23 through April 26 and April 30 through May 3.Interactive experiences tied to shows include Pluribus, Shrinking, Your Friends & Neighbors, The Morning Show, Slow Horses, Stick, and Margo's Got Money Trou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/century-city-will-be-hosting-an-immersive-fan-experience-for-apple-tv-shows/Fri, 10 Apr 2026 19:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/century-city-will-be-hosting-an-immersive-fan-experience-for-apple-tv-shows/ Apple's foldable iPhone is now closer to release than ever
This comes following numerous back-and-forth reports that foldable iPhone buyers would have to wait until as late as December for their new devices. Writing in a post on the Weibo social network, leake]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/folding-iphone-unveiling-amp-shipment-date-rumors-are-all-over-the-place/Fri, 10 Apr 2026 18:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/folding-iphone-unveiling-amp-shipment-date-rumors-are-all-over-the-place/ Get the lowest 13-inch MacBook Air price this weekend at Amazon - Image credit: Apple
The 13-inch MacBook Air (2026) is now equipped with Apple's M5 chip that features a 10-core CPU with 4 super cores and 6 efficiency cores. This allows a performance boost over the M4 model. In the standard spec, which is on sale for $949 at Amazon this weekend, you'll also get an 8-core GPU, 16GB of unified m]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/grab-apples-m5-macbook-air-for-949-this-weekend-record-low-price/Fri, 10 Apr 2026 18:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/grab-apples-m5-macbook-air-for-949-this-weekend-record-low-price/ Even on Earth, iPhones are so light they feel as if they could float
After months or even really years of rumors and expectations over the iPhone Fold, it really does look as if one is coming. There's still the issue of when, as conflicting reports are arguing over a range of dates, but they all agree it's coming.Not all of th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-macbook-neo-and-iphones-in-space-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-macbook-neo-and-iphones-in-space-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/ Apple Pay is safe and secure, but scammers still target it
That's the warning from consumer advocacy outfit Consumer Affairs following a spate of Apple Pay-related scams. Fraudsters know that people trust Apple and the Apple Pay system, and they're using that trust as the basis for their scams.The goal, as ever, is to confuse pe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-pay-scams-are-rife-heres-how-to-protect-yourself-and-your-money/Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-pay-scams-are-rife-heres-how-to-protect-yourself-and-your-money/ M5 14-inch MacBook Pro vs Asus Zenbook A16
For our spec-sheet brawl, we're going to put the $1,999 Asus Zenbook A16 against the 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5. As much as we would compare the similarly-sized 16-inch MacBook Pro, the other upgrades to the base-spec version pushes it to $2,699, which is a bit too high.To make it a li]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/14-inch-macbook-pro-m5-vs-asus-zenbook-a16-2000-shootout/Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/14-inch-macbook-pro-m5-vs-asus-zenbook-a16-2000-shootout/ Pluribus — image credit: Apple
The Peabody Awards exist to celebrate storytelling across different media, and across different forms from television to radio and podcasts. Apple TV won its first Peabody in 2021, getting it for "Ted Lasso" and specifically the show's radical optimism.For the 86th annual Peabody Awards, Apple TV has been nominated]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/pluribus-mr-scorsese-and-more-apple-tv-shows-nominated-for-peabody-awards/Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/pluribus-mr-scorsese-and-more-apple-tv-shows-nominated-for-peabody-awards/ The iPad rehab guide
Many iPads become obsolete before they cease functioning due to the evolution of demanding workflows. Consequently, they are often repurposed for lighter tasks such as smart home control, media playback, or casual browsing.Despite steady pressure to upgrade, most iPads can]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-keep-an-older-ipad-safe-reliable-amp-useful-over-time/Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-keep-an-older-ipad-safe-reliable-amp-useful-over-time/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-ensure-your-iphone-downloads-background-security-improvements/Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-ensure-your-iphone-downloads-background-security-improvements/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/need-an-easy-way-to-scan-tax-documents-use-your-iphones-hidden-scanner/Thu, 09 Apr 2026 22:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/need-an-easy-way-to-scan-tax-documents-use-your-iphones-hidden-scanner/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-4-deals-put-one-of-apples-best-earbuds-in-your-ears-for-less/Thu, 09 Apr 2026 21:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-4-deals-put-one-of-apples-best-earbuds-in-your-ears-for-less/ Apple Creator Studio apps
Apple's Creator Studio bundle includes pro tools like Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Motion, Compressor, and Pixelmator Pro, along with productivity apps like Pages, Keynote, and Numbers. It's a unified platform for creating and publishing across different workflows.Apple delivered upda]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/pixelmator-pro-amp-logic-get-big-upgrades-rest-of-iwork-gets-minor-ones/Thu, 09 Apr 2026 20:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/pixelmator-pro-amp-logic-get-big-upgrades-rest-of-iwork-gets-minor-ones/ The new macOS 26.4.1 update is now available for download
While Apple hasn't detailed exactly which bugs this new update addresses, there may be clues from other recent releases. The update comes just 24 hours after Apple also released iOS 26.4.1 and iPadOS 26.4.1.Both updates applied a fix for one bug in particular. That bug caused some iCloud data not to sy]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-has-released-macos-2641-with-unspecified-bug-fixes/Thu, 09 Apr 2026 19:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-has-released-macos-2641-with-unspecified-bug-fixes/ M5 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro with 48GB RAM has dropped to record low $2,899 - Image credit: Apple
Released in March 2026, the M5 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro features higher unified memory bandwidth and is equipped with Apple's N1 chip for Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6 support. And today, Amazon is slashing $200 off an upgraded configuration with a bump up t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/2026-m5-pro-16-inch-macbook-pro-with-48gb-ram-plunges-to-best-2899/Thu, 09 Apr 2026 19:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/2026-m5-pro-16-inch-macbook-pro-with-48gb-ram-plunges-to-best-2899/ Apple Trumbull | Image Credit: Apple
The stores in question are Apple North County, in Escondido, California, Apple Trumbull in Trumbull, Connecticut, and Apple Towson Town Center in Towson, Maryland. Notably, Apple Towson was Apple's first unionized store.Most employees will be shifted to nearby locations with no further action]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/three-apple-stores-closing-in-june-one-was-unionized/Thu, 09 Apr 2026 19:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/three-apple-stores-closing-in-june-one-was-unionized/ The MacBook Neo traces its roots to the 2020 Developer Transition Kit.
Apple Silicon on the Mac began with an iPad chip, and now the MacBook Neo has taken things to the next level with a chip originally designed for an iPhone.Since 2020, every Mac, from the entry-level Mac mini to the powerful Mac Studio, has been powered by an M-series chip. The M1 was the f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/from-a12z-to-a18-pro-how-apple-silicon-macs-have-gone-back-to-the-basics/Thu, 09 Apr 2026 18:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/from-a12z-to-a18-pro-how-apple-silicon-macs-have-gone-back-to-the-basics/ Render of iPhone 18 Dynamic Island
The company is testing a smaller Dynamic Island design for a future iPhone Pro, based on a new supply chain leak. The effort centers on moving more Face ID hardware under the display without hurting security or usability.Chinese leaker Digital Chat Station said in an April 9 Weibo post that Apple is running A/B tests]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-isnt-done-with-dynamic-island-but-shrinking-it-on-iphone-18-wont-be-easy/Thu, 09 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-isnt-done-with-dynamic-island-but-shrinking-it-on-iphone-18-wont-be-easy/ Apple requests Samsung provide evidence even if it's in South Korea
In March 2024, Apple was sued by the United States Department of Justice for allegedly stifling competition through proprietary hardware and software. After months of appeals and requests for dismissal, the case finally moved forward.The discovery process hasn't been an easy o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-demanding-info-from-samsungs-south-korea-hq-for-doj-antitrust-trial/Thu, 09 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-demanding-info-from-samsungs-south-korea-hq-for-doj-antitrust-trial/ There aren't many Wiis running Mac OS X in the world
That Wii is owned by developer Bryan Keller after he took considerable time to port Apple's 2001 software. We've seen Wiis running everything from Linux to Windows NT before, but this is the first we've ever seen running a flavor of macOS.Understandably, the process of getting 25-year-old software to run on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/nintendo-wii-can-run-mac-os-x-like-its-2001-all-over-again/Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/nintendo-wii-can-run-mac-os-x-like-its-2001-all-over-again/ Apple Intelligence
Researchers from RSAC Research have unveiled a method to circumvent Apple's security measures. They achieved a 76% success rate in 100 tests by employing adversarial prompts and Unicode obfuscationThese findings were shared with Apple on October 15, 2025. The focus was on the o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/on-device-apple-intelligence-vulnerable-to-prompt-injection-techniques/Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/on-device-apple-intelligence-vulnerable-to-prompt-injection-techniques/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-pay-full-price-for-the-iphone-17-lineup-these-deals-can-save-you-hundreds/Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-pay-full-price-for-the-iphone-17-lineup-these-deals-can-save-you-hundreds/ You'll need to restart your Mac regularly to avoid this bug.
The bug was detailed in a blog post by Photon, a service that connects AI agents to iMessage. In it, Photon explains how it discovered the issue on its own fleet of Mac servers and confirmed its discovery by running additional targeted testing.According to Photon, the bug affects]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/unless-you-reboot-every-once-in-a-while-your-mac-will-get-kicked-offline-every-49-days/Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/unless-you-reboot-every-once-in-a-while-your-mac-will-get-kicked-offline-every-49-days/ Turn it on, then - image credit: Viktor Seraleev
This isn't like the YouTubers who unboxed an M5 iPad Pro back in September 2025. As unlikely as that video had seemed, it turned out to be genuine when Apple released that iPad a few weeks later.The iPhone Fold unboxing video doing the rounds is instead purporting to be of a produc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/viral-iphone-fold-unboxing-video-is-a-very-well-made-fake/Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/viral-iphone-fold-unboxing-video-is-a-very-well-made-fake/ Detail from the YouTube video showing the MacBook Neo's NAND storage - image credit: dosdude1
Apple never offers any official way to increase the storage in a Mac after you have bought it. But in the last few years it has become more relaxed about making it possible to do, usually now by slotting a larger-capacity drive into Apple's connectors.There is no]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macbook-neo-storage-can-be-upgraded-to-1tb-with-the-right-soldering-skills/Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macbook-neo-storage-can-be-upgraded-to-1tb-with-the-right-soldering-skills/ Anker Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station review: The perfect travel accessory
With the launch of Qi2.2, we've started to see a trickle of chargers that have embraced the latest standard. Anker, which already launched a highly-praised Qi2.2 desktop charger, is now out with a foldab]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/anker-prime-3-in-1-wireless-charging-station-review-fast-portable-amp-smart/Thu, 09 Apr 2026 02:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/anker-prime-3-in-1-wireless-charging-station-review-fast-portable-amp-smart/ Apple requests Samsung provide evidence even if it's in South Korea
In March 2024, Apple was sued by the United States Department of Justice for allegedly stifling competition through proprietary hardware and software. After months of appeals and requests for dismissal, the case finally moved forward.The discovery process hasn't been an easy o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/doj-antitrust-case-goes-to-south-korea-in-latest-evidence-request-from-apple/Thu, 09 Apr 2026 02:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/doj-antitrust-case-goes-to-south-korea-in-latest-evidence-request-from-apple/ iOS 26.4.1 includes a fix related to iCloud data syncing.
Following the public release of iOS 26.4 on March 24, Apple issued a new bug fix update on Wednesday. iOS 26.4, which bears the build number 23E254, delivers an important fix for apps that rely on the CloudKit framework.To be more specific, devices running the preceding iOS 26.4 update were unable to receive iClo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/stolen-device-protection-for-enterprise-amp-apple-passwords-sync-fix-are-in-ios-2641/Thu, 09 Apr 2026 01:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/stolen-device-protection-for-enterprise-amp-apple-passwords-sync-fix-are-in-ios-2641/ MacBook Neo parts are now available from the Apple Self Service Repair Store.
On Wednesday, Apple updated its Self Service Repair Store with replacement parts for the various products the company announced in March 2026.This includes the iPhone 17e, MacBook Neo, M5 MacBook Air, M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro, M4 iPad Air, updated Apple Studi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macbook-neo-amp-iphone-17e-parts-now-offered-via-apples-repair-program/Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macbook-neo-amp-iphone-17e-parts-now-offered-via-apples-repair-program/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-2641-isnt-a-big-update-but-download-it-anyway/Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-2641-isnt-a-big-update-but-download-it-anyway/ iOS 26.4.1 includes a fix related to iCloud data syncing.
Following the public release of iOS 26.4 on March 24, Apple issued a new bug fix update on Wednesday. iOS 26.4, which bears the build number 23E254, delivers an important fix for apps that rely on the CloudKit framework.To be more specific, devices running the preceding iOS 26.4 update were unable to receive iCloud no]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-passwords-syncing-bug-corrected-by-ios-2641-update/Wed, 08 Apr 2026 23:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-passwords-syncing-bug-corrected-by-ios-2641-update/ Apple's iPhone Fold is a troubled product without a purpose
All evidence points to an iPhone Fold debuting in 2026, at least if Apple has its way. Time will tell of is right or wrong about potential delays.There was a time when I was incredibly excited about a foldable iPhone and its potential. When foldables were]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-doesnt-need-to-exist-but-apple-will-release-it-anyway/Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-doesnt-need-to-exist-but-apple-will-release-it-anyway/ Apple's new update can be applied to all current-gen iPhones.While updates tend to be important feature-changing events, sometimes Apple releases some smaller patches for its operating systems. That is just the case with the version 26.4.1 release that happened today.Incremental updates, like one changing from iOS 26.4 to i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-2641-amp-ipados-2641-bug-fix-updates-have-arrived/Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-2641-amp-ipados-2641-bug-fix-updates-have-arrived/ Astropad Workbench on Apple devices
Astropad has introduced Workbench, a remote desktop system designed exclusively for Apple devices, including Mac, iPad, and iPhone. Workbench offers comprehensive remote control, enabling users to engage with apps, navigate macOS, and manage system processes in real time.The new remote access app]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/remote-desktop-for-mac-is-shifting-toward-ai-workloads-with-workbench/Wed, 08 Apr 2026 20:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/remote-desktop-for-mac-is-shifting-toward-ai-workloads-with-workbench/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/we-found-a-rare-direct-discount-that-knocks-99-off-the-apple-watch-ultra-3/Wed, 08 Apr 2026 20:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/we-found-a-rare-direct-discount-that-knocks-99-off-the-apple-watch-ultra-3/ Grab the lowest price ever on Apple's brand-new M5 MacBook Air 15-inch - Image credit: Apple
Deals on both the 2026 13-inch and 15-inch models are going on now during Amazon's April MacBook Air sale, with retail configurations now $150 off.A top pick from the sale is the M5/24GB RAM/1TB spec that offers extra stor]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/grab-15-macbook-air-m5-24gb-ram-1tb-ssd-for-1549-lowest-price-ever/Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/grab-15-macbook-air-m5-24gb-ram-1tb-ssd-for-1549-lowest-price-ever/ Image Credit: Insta360
Insta360 has released its own take on the popular rear-camera selfie screen. Dubbed 'Snap,' it allows you to use your iPhone's higher quality rear cameras the same way you'd use the front cam.If you haven't seen them before, a rear selfie screen is essentially a plug-and-play touchscreen monitor that shows you what]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/insta360s-snap-selfie-screen-makes-rear-camera-shooting-on-iphone-easier/Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/insta360s-snap-selfie-screen-makes-rear-camera-shooting-on-iphone-easier/ Jennifer Connelly and Joel Edgerton. Image credit: Apple
Apple unveiled the next chapter on April 7, offering a sneak peek and new story details that expand on the multiverse concept from season one. Joel Edgerton and Jennifer Connelly reprise their roles as Jason and Daniela Dessen.In season one on Apple TV, we followed Jason Dessen, a physicist]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dark-matter-season-two-expands-into-a-multiverse-story-on-apple-tv/Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dark-matter-season-two-expands-into-a-multiverse-story-on-apple-tv/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-lightest-ever-iphone-air-comes-at-999-but-these-deals-could-get-you-one-for-free/Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-lightest-ever-iphone-air-comes-at-999-but-these-deals-could-get-you-one-for-free/ Repairing a MacBook - Image Credit: Apple
Repairability is a long-time problem for Apple, after being repeatedly shamed for having hard-to-repair products. In recent years, it has tried to make its products easier to fix, which should eventually improve its image.That initiative was put to good use with the MacBook Neo, with the traditional teardown result]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/even-macbook-neo-cant-save-apple-from-repairability-complaints/Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/even-macbook-neo-cant-save-apple-from-repairability-complaints/ ClickFix tricks the user
Apple introduced command scanning for pasted input in macOS 26.4, which added friction to earlier versions of the attack. Attackers now avoid that step by replacing copy-and-paste instructions with a guided workflow that launches Script Editor directly.Jamf says the campaign delivers a payload identified as a varian]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-script-editor-becomes-new-entry-point-for-clickfix-malware/Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-script-editor-becomes-new-entry-point-for-clickfix-malware/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/can-i-take-my-iphone-swimming-what-those-ip68-ipx8-waterproof-ratings-really-mean/Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/can-i-take-my-iphone-swimming-what-those-ip68-ipx8-waterproof-ratings-really-mean/ Render of a possible iPhone Fold design - image credit: AppleInsider
Apple likes having multiple suppliers, both to avoid over-reliance on any one source, and to play them off against each other in order to lower prices. Now a year ago rumor about Samsung Display producing iPhone Fold screens is reportedly confirmed, and the deal favors t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-screens-will-be-made-exclusively-by-samsung-because-apple-has-no-choice/Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-screens-will-be-made-exclusively-by-samsung-because-apple-has-no-choice/ Apple's latest AI research explores how vibe-coding UI designs can be made easier.
With Xcode 26.3, Apple introduced support for agentic coding tools to help developers plan, execute, and iterate on projects with the help of AI. In other words, Xcode offers built-in compatibility with popular LLM chatbots, such as Anthropic's Claude Agent and Ope]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-research-explores-ai-assisted-ui-prototyping-image-safety-rating/Wed, 08 Apr 2026 01:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-research-explores-ai-assisted-ui-prototyping-image-safety-rating/ Anthropic's Project Glasswing will help shore up iOS from AI cybersecurity threats - Image Credit: Anthropic
While AI has enabled vibe coding to become more prevalent, it has also made it easier for malicious actors to create malware or to find new vulnerabilities to exploit. To fight this AI advantage, a group of major comp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tech-giant-supergroup-wants-to-fight-cyberattacks-with-ai-smarts/Tue, 07 Apr 2026 22:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tech-giant-supergroup-wants-to-fight-cyberattacks-with-ai-smarts/ A render of what the iPhone Fold could look like - Image Credit: AppleInsider
As with any new piece of technology in development, the iPhone Fold will have had a lot of teething troubles in its development. That has led to a spate of claims that various issues have led to delays for the model.In a Tuesday post, Mark Gurman of Bloomberg insists that t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/leaker-battle-september-folding-iphone-launch-still-on-the-cards/Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/leaker-battle-september-folding-iphone-launch-still-on-the-cards/ Rack-mounted Mac minis. Image credit: Overcast
Arment chose Apple Silicon hardware to dodge the rising costs and limitations of cloud AI services. His system launched in March with Overcast's new transcript feature.Now, the app can generate podcast transcripts on a large scale using Apple's speech recognition models. Instead of running on listeners' devic]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/giant-mac-mini-cluster-powers-overcast-podcast-transcripts-without-the-cloud/Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/giant-mac-mini-cluster-powers-overcast-podcast-transcripts-without-the-cloud/ Apple Vision Pro with Steam Link icon
Valve's Steam platform provides gamers with features like Steam Link, which lets them play PC and Mac games on another device. While this has previously been available for hardware like the iPhone, Mac, and the Apple TV, it's now being expanded to the Apple Vision Pro.A Steam Community post from Valve empl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-vision-pro-is-getting-a-native-steam-link-gaming-app/Tue, 07 Apr 2026 18:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-vision-pro-is-getting-a-native-steam-link-gaming-app/ A future Apple Vision Pro could be separated into modules — image credit: Apple
If you can't make something lighter, make the user think they heavier option was their choice. A future Apple Vision Pro may not be dramatically lighter than the current model, but users could be able to choose to sacrifice some battery power for a reduced we]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/future-apple-vision-pro-my-be-modular-and-upgradeable/Tue, 07 Apr 2026 18:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/future-apple-vision-pro-my-be-modular-and-upgradeable/ Elgato Galleon 100 SDCorsair subsidiary Elgato stands out as one of the leading manufacturers of peripherals and equipment tailored to the ever-growing market of streaming. From microphones to chairs to Stream Decks, Elgato is synonymous with top-tier equipment and streams across Twitch and YouTube.Its latest offering, the Galleon 100]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/corsair-galleon-100-sd-review-mac-productivity-amp-streamers-dream/Tue, 07 Apr 2026 18:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/corsair-galleon-100-sd-review-mac-productivity-amp-streamers-dream/ Image credit: Apple Fitness+
On Tuesday, Apple Fitness+ announced "3 Perfect Weeks of Pilates." As the name suggests, it's a three-week course designed to help people build a well-rounded Pilates routine.Similar to yoga, pilates is a mind-body exercise that builds the practitioner's core strength, stability, and flexibility. It incorporates breath work and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-three-week-pilates-course-now-available-on-apple-fitness/Tue, 07 Apr 2026 18:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-three-week-pilates-course-now-available-on-apple-fitness/ Apple products in space
NASA entered the Shuttle era in 1981 as commercial computing shifted from command-line systems to graphical interfaces. Engineers used off-the-shelf computers to study how crews interacted with software in microgravity, where i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/from-apple-ii-to-iphone-17-pro-apples-space-story-comes-full-circle/Tue, 07 Apr 2026 17:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/from-apple-ii-to-iphone-17-pro-apples-space-story-comes-full-circle/ The forthcoming iPhone Fold may instead be called the iPhone Ultra
In March 2026 a previously unheard of leaker named WayLabs was the first to say the iPhone Fold would ship as the iPhone Ultra. Given the reports of high end Apple Ultra products following the firm's low end MacBook Neo, this leak could easily have been a guess.Now the much]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/folding-iphone-will-be-named-iphone-ultra-says-another-leaker/Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/folding-iphone-will-be-named-iphone-ultra-says-another-leaker/ MacBook Neo uses the A18 Pro, but chip supplies may be limited
After a welcoming launch, the MacBook Neo has been recognized by Apple as a hit product. So much of a hit that CEO Tim Cook said that Mac had the best launch week ever for first-time Mac customers, with the MacBook Neo contributing to that succe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/incredible-macbook-neo-demand-may-finish-off-apples-a18-pro-stock/Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/incredible-macbook-neo-demand-may-finish-off-apples-a18-pro-stock/ Velotric GoMad review: a great utility e-bike
I've tested a lot of e-bikes over the years, and Velotric might be the company that's closest to being perfect for Apple users. The Velotric Nomad 2 had some Apple-focused features that worked well, but it is a particularly large bike.This time, I got to try out the Velotric GoMad. It's]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/velotric-gomad-e-bike-review-apple-health-find-my-deep-customization-and-more/Tue, 07 Apr 2026 15:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/velotric-gomad-e-bike-review-apple-health-find-my-deep-customization-and-more/ Aqara W200 thermostat review: There's a new go-to smart thermostat for Apple users
At least in the U.S., two or three big players largely have a stranglehold on the premium smart thermostat market. If you want a nice-looking smart thermostat, you're likely opting for Ecobee, Nest, or Honeywell Home.Aqara is looking to sha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/aqara-w200-review-affordably-priced-smart-thermostat-has-firsts-for-apple-users/Tue, 07 Apr 2026 15:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/aqara-w200-review-affordably-priced-smart-thermostat-has-firsts-for-apple-users/ Catch up on essential sessions before WWDC26.
Build a travel app with sample code.
Browse the latest edition of our new design gallery.
Learn about the biggest-ever update to Analytics in App Store Connect.
Read now]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hello-developer-april-2026/Tue, 07 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hello-developer-april-2026/ Demo Apple Vision Pro in an Apple Store
Back in the day, if you asked an Apple Store employee what they recommended, they would often suggest a different store if that was the best option. They were driven by what the customer needed and had no need to care how many AppleCare+ subscriptions they sold that day.Flash for]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-vision-pro-launch-hampered-by-years-of-retail-store-penny-pinching/Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-vision-pro-launch-hampered-by-years-of-retail-store-penny-pinching/ Purported dummy units of the iPhone 18 Pro Max (left), iPhone 18 Pro (right), and iPhone Fold (Center) — image credit; Sonny Dickson
Just as reports claim that the iPhone Fold may be delayed over manufacturing issues, a new leak from Sonny Dickson shows a dummy unit of it and the Pro models of the forthcoming]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-iphone-fold-dummy-images-show-no-magsafe/Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-iphone-fold-dummy-images-show-no-magsafe/ iPhone Fold runs into snags in production testing
The iPhone Fold has been rumored since Samsung foldables first hit the market in 2019. Even though the expensive category never grew out of a select niche, vocal Apple fans have hoped for such a product from the company for years.It seemed that 2026 would finally be the year]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-delays-appear-possible-as-early-testing-hits-snags/Tue, 07 Apr 2026 06:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-delays-appear-possible-as-early-testing-hits-snags/ Elgato Galleon 100 SDCorsair subsidiary Elgato stands out as one of the leading manufacturers of peripherals and equipment tailored to the ever-growing market of streaming. From microphones to chairs to Stream Decks, Elgato is synonymous with top-tier equipment and streams across Twitch and YouTube.Its latest offering, the Galleon 100 S]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/elgato-galleon-100-sd-review-mac-productivity-amp-streamers-dream/Tue, 07 Apr 2026 01:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/elgato-galleon-100-sd-review-mac-productivity-amp-streamers-dream/ VLC was updated by Apple to improve functionality
Apple has been known to push updates to apps in its App Store, though they're usually to ensure legacy apps still work. On Monday, some users have noted both new and old apps have received an update direct from Apple.According to a report from MacRumors based on a R]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apps-on-the-app-store-are-being-updated-by-apple-though-theres-no-clear-reason-why/Tue, 07 Apr 2026 01:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apps-on-the-app-store-are-being-updated-by-apple-though-theres-no-clear-reason-why/ Apple's control of the App Store on iPhone continues to be challenged in court
The Supreme Court will soon have to weigh in on Apple's fees for app-related external purchases, after the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit denied a request for a rehearing in March 2026.Apple has been]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/epic-vs-apple-lawsuit-over-app-store-fees-is-moving-to-the-supreme-court-again/Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/epic-vs-apple-lawsuit-over-app-store-fees-is-moving-to-the-supreme-court-again/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-mirroring-is-one-of-the-best-hidden-features-on-the-mac/Mon, 06 Apr 2026 23:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-mirroring-is-one-of-the-best-hidden-features-on-the-mac/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-265-public-beta-is-end-to-end-encrypted-rcs-messaging-finally-coming-to-iphone/Mon, 06 Apr 2026 20:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-265-public-beta-is-end-to-end-encrypted-rcs-messaging-finally-coming-to-iphone/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/score-a-free-galaxy-s26-and-save-big-on-iphone-pixel-and-more-right-now/Mon, 06 Apr 2026 19:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/score-a-free-galaxy-s26-and-save-big-on-iphone-pixel-and-more-right-now/ Apple is accused of scraping YouTube to train its video AI models.In a lawsuit filed on April 3 at the United States District Court for the Northern District of California, a trio of YouTube entities are suing Apple over allegations of copyright infringement. Apple is accused of violating the Digital Millennium Cop]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-may-have-scraped-youtube-videos-without-permission-for-ai-training/Mon, 06 Apr 2026 19:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-may-have-scraped-youtube-videos-without-permission-for-ai-training/ Apple TV debuts a new series
Apple released a first-look teaser for Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed, a 10-episode half-hour series from creator and showrunner David J. Rosen starring Tatiana Maslany and Jake Johnson. The series debuts globally on May 20 on Apple TV, with new episodes arriving]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/maximum-pleasure-guaranteed-signals-a-darker-looser-apple-tv-strategy/Mon, 06 Apr 2026 19:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/maximum-pleasure-guaranteed-signals-a-darker-looser-apple-tv-strategy/ Save $100 on Apple Watch Ultra 3 - Image credit: Apple
Pick up an Apple Watch Ultra 3 for $699.99 today at Amazon after a $100 discount (and reflecting the lowest price in 2026). Both the Black Titanium Case with Black Ocean Band and Natural Titanium Case with Anchor Blue Ocean Band styles are eligible for the triple-digit savings.Sav]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-100-apple-watch-ultra-3-discount-delivers-lowest-price-of-2026/Mon, 06 Apr 2026 17:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-100-apple-watch-ultra-3-discount-delivers-lowest-price-of-2026/ The iPhone Fold may have all physical buttons on the right, leaving the left side clear — image credit: AppleInsider
Following rumors in March 2026 of Samsung Display planning to ramp up production of screens for the iPhone Fold, a new report backs up that schedule. According to leaker Instant Digital on Chine]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-enters-manufacturing-test-phase-right-on-schedule/Mon, 06 Apr 2026 15:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-enters-manufacturing-test-phase-right-on-schedule/ Smart Home Insider Podcast
The Connectivity Standards Alliance has committed to at least two updates to the Matter spec each year. While sometimes we see a larger milestone update, other times it's smaller — as with 1.5.1.This update primarily focuses on improving the experience for cameras, which were added with version 1.5]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-the-new-matter-update-delivers-to-apple-home-users-on-smart-home-insider/Mon, 06 Apr 2026 15:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-the-new-matter-update-delivers-to-apple-home-users-on-smart-home-insider/ DICOM settings available on the Studio Display XDR
The Studio Display XDR improves in nearly every aspect of the original and in some aspects of the Pro Display XDR it replaces. The smaller 27-inch display is still Retina with ProMotion and Adaptive sync.One of the headlining features of the Pro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/studio-display-xdr-may-be-used-to-look-at-your-next-mri-or-x-ray/Mon, 06 Apr 2026 15:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/studio-display-xdr-may-be-used-to-look-at-your-next-mri-or-x-ray/ App Store boots Anything, again
Anything, a vibe-coding app for iOS that was pulled from the App Store, made a triumphant return on April 3. It celebrated by launching a $5,000 weekend hackathon and a credit giveaway on X, but that was seemingly premature.Checking the App Store on Monday, Anything is nowhere to be]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/vibe-coding-apps-victory-lap-cut-very-short-by-the-app-store/Mon, 06 Apr 2026 14:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/vibe-coding-apps-victory-lap-cut-very-short-by-the-app-store/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-iphone-15-is-still-a-powerhouse-and-a-total-steal-with-the-right-trade-in/Mon, 06 Apr 2026 14:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-iphone-15-is-still-a-powerhouse-and-a-total-steal-with-the-right-trade-in/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-iphone-feature-will-scold-you-if-your-camera-lens-is-dirty/Mon, 06 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-iphone-feature-will-scold-you-if-your-camera-lens-is-dirty/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-reclaim-your-focus-with-your-phones-built-in-wellness-tools/Mon, 06 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-reclaim-your-focus-with-your-phones-built-in-wellness-tools/ The iPhone 17 Pro Max is in space.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.This week, Apple Ireland was fined by UK regulators for seemingly breaking sanctions on Russia, an AI po]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-gift-bags-china-flubs-and-iphones-in-space/Sun, 05 Apr 2026 21:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-gift-bags-china-flubs-and-iphones-in-space/ Vibe coding has led to more apps being submitted to the App Store in 2025
The continuing growth of AI services like ChatGPT and Anthropic's Claude has helped fuel productivity in many fields, including coding. While developers have been assisted by automated tools before, AI has led to even novice coders to create bigger things beyond their capabilities.It now seems tha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/vibe-coding-significantly-boosted-app-store-review-submissions-in-2025/Sun, 05 Apr 2026 19:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/vibe-coding-significantly-boosted-app-store-review-submissions-in-2025/ Grab the lowest price ever on Apple's new M5 MacBook Air.
Apple's brand-new M5 MacBook Air, which was released in March 2026, is on sale at Amazon today, with multiple 13-inch and 15-inch configurations to choose from.Kicking off the sale is a $150 discount on the standard 13-inch MacBook Air with Apple]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-150-on-apples-new-m5-macbook-air-during-amazons-april-sale/Sun, 05 Apr 2026 19:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-150-on-apples-new-m5-macbook-air-during-amazons-april-sale/ Apple service outage icons
Users of iCloud, Apple's online services, ware reporting issues in being able to access files. Sites including DownDetector and StatusGator showed a sudden surge of reports from thousands of users, encountering problems since 10 A.M. Eastern.The reported issues, for the most part, raised iCloud as being the problem. The rang]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/icloud-email-goes-down-for-some-users-in-an-easter-sunday-outage/Sun, 05 Apr 2026 19:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/icloud-email-goes-down-for-some-users-in-an-easter-sunday-outage/ An Artemis II crew member's shot of Earth though a window - Image Credit: NASA
Months before the launch of Artemis II, NASA confirmed that the crew would be allowed iPhones to document the journey around the Moon. In galleries released by NASA, those first images are now back on Earth.The shots in the "Journey to the Moon" web gallery are a mix of imag]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/nasa-shares-artemis-ii-crews-iphone-shots-from-space/Sun, 05 Apr 2026 17:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/nasa-shares-artemis-ii-crews-iphone-shots-from-space/ The Alderwood Apple Store in Washington. Image Credit: Apple
Welcome to 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-a-2-million-iphone-heist-in-florida/Sun, 05 Apr 2026 13:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/crime-blotter-a-2-million-iphone-heist-in-florida/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-your-babys-not-sleeping-try-your-iphones-hidden-white-noise-feature/Sun, 05 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-your-babys-not-sleeping-try-your-iphones-hidden-white-noise-feature/ The exhibition in Apple Park - Image Credit: @AlSultan_Meriam/X
After weeks of public celebration in the run-up to the 50th anniversary, the festivities are now all internal for Apple now. In the latest event, it has been revealed that employees are now being able to look back at the products and hardware that helped build the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/exhibition-at-apple-park-lets-employees-get-close-to-apples-history/Sat, 04 Apr 2026 21:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/exhibition-at-apple-park-lets-employees-get-close-to-apples-history/ An earlier time when you could use eGPUs with Macs
When Apple announced the use of eGPUs with AMD Radeon cards in 2016, we were pretty excited. Full support shipped in early 2017 and for a few short years, Thunderbolt provided an excellent graphics-accelerating one-cable dock to our MacBook Pros.But even then, Apple has stubborn]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amd-or-nvidia-egpus-can-work-on-apple-silicon-macs-but-not-for-graphic-acceleration/Sat, 04 Apr 2026 20:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amd-or-nvidia-egpus-can-work-on-apple-silicon-macs-but-not-for-graphic-acceleration/ iPhone 17 Pro Max is now in space following NASA's approval process
NASA is very strict when it comes to what items are flown into space with astronauts. With the Artemis II trip around the Moon, it's marking the first time the agency is allowing the crew to carry iPhones in space.This is a big deal, as NASA has strict rules about what actually goes i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-nasa-approved-the-iphone-17-pro-max-for-the-artemis-ii-space-mission/Sat, 04 Apr 2026 16:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-nasa-approved-the-iphone-17-pro-max-for-the-artemis-ii-space-mission/ Get a Stream Deck+ and you'll never use a Mac without one again
Every Stream Deck is a Mac accessory that provides buttons to launch apps, perform entire sequences of tasks, or turn on your smart lights. You connect it through a USB-A or USB-C cable, and the difference in the models is chiefly in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/elgato-stream-deck-review-completely-unnecessary-but-totally-compelling/Sat, 04 Apr 2026 16:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/elgato-stream-deck-review-completely-unnecessary-but-totally-compelling/ A patient view from the Apple Vision Pro in a pre-surgery consultation - Image credit: Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
One of the problems with medical procedures is explaining what needs to be done to the patients, in a clear and understandable manner. To help some patients suspected of having endometriosis, the Apple Vision Pro is coming into play.An app]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/uk-hospital-uses-apple-vision-pro-to-help-patients-visualize-surgeries/Sat, 04 Apr 2026 15:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/uk-hospital-uses-apple-vision-pro-to-help-patients-visualize-surgeries/ Apple's AirPods Max 2 gained the H2 chip, but not much else.
Apple's AirPods Max 2 debuted on March 16, with their core feature being the H2 chip. With it, Apple's high-end headphones gained capabilities like Adaptive Audio, Conversation Awareness, and gesture controls, among others. Active Noise Cancellation was improved as well.However, as explaine]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-max-2-teardown-reveals-nothing-has-changed-beyond-the-h2-chip/Fri, 03 Apr 2026 22:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-max-2-teardown-reveals-nothing-has-changed-beyond-the-h2-chip/ Safari
A European advocacy group claims LinkedIn is probing browser extensions through its website code. Fairlinked e.V. published its "BrowserGate" report alleging LinkedIn detects installed browser extensions by probing for known identifiers through JavaScript. The group says the technique]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/microsofts-linkedin-is-scanning-installed-browser-extensions-without-user-permission/Fri, 03 Apr 2026 21:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/microsofts-linkedin-is-scanning-installed-browser-extensions-without-user-permission/ The first developer beta of iOS 26.5 has received a revised release.
Following the full public release of iOS 26.4 on March 24, Apple started beta testing of the next major operating system, iOS 26.5. Monday saw the debut of iOS 26.5 beta 1, which inadvertently enabled Apple Intelligence for some iOS users in China.Apple has now deployed an updated variant of the first iOS 26.5 deve]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-265-developer-beta-1-gets-revised-release-for-reasons-unknown/Fri, 03 Apr 2026 20:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-265-developer-beta-1-gets-revised-release-for-reasons-unknown/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/qampampa-how-plane-finder-set-itself-up-for-the-long-haul/Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/qampampa-how-plane-finder-set-itself-up-for-the-long-haul/ Available on: iPhone, iPad
Based in: Singapore
Awards: Apple Design A]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-infold-games-fashioned-an-open-world-for-infinity-nikki/Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-infold-games-fashioned-an-open-world-for-infinity-nikki/ Save $400 on a blowout 14-inch MacBook Pro with 20-core GPU - Image credit: Apple
Shoppers on the hunt for the greatest MacBook Pro savings can snap up a $400 discount with a closeout deal on the last-gen M4 Pro 14-inch model with multiple upgrades.Buy 14" M4 Pro/24GB/1TB for $1,999
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-400-on-14-inch-macbook-pro-m4-pro-with-20c-gpu-1tb-ssd-this-weekend/Fri, 03 Apr 2026 17:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-400-on-14-inch-macbook-pro-m4-pro-with-20c-gpu-1tb-ssd-this-weekend/ It's easy to name alternatives to the iPad, you could be here all day listing myriad Android tablets. But it's impossible to name even one true iPad competitor.For after all of these years since it launched, and after all of the rival devices that have launched after that moment, there isn't any one tablet]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-ipad-is-still-showing-the-world-how-to-do-tablets-16-years-later/Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-ipad-is-still-showing-the-world-how-to-do-tablets-16-years-later/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/you-can-find-nearly-every-apple-watch-series-11-configuration-for-70-off-right-now/Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/you-can-find-nearly-every-apple-watch-series-11-configuration-for-70-off-right-now/ Looking back at Apple's history — image credit: Apple
The fiftieth anniversary celebrations are, quite reasonably, marking the half century since the partnership of Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne, was founded on April 1, 1976. Bu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-at-50-siri-apple-vision-pro-and-vibe-coding-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-at-50-siri-apple-vision-pro-and-vibe-coding-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/ Apple CEO Michael Spindler — image credit: Apple
Michael Scott was the first Apple CEO, brought in by Mike Markkula, who became the second CEO when Scott was shown the door. Markkula was then responsible along with Steve Jobs for recruiting John Sculley, until he was also shown the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-at-50-michael-spindler-the-ceo-who-brought-in-the-clones/Fri, 03 Apr 2026 13:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-at-50-michael-spindler-the-ceo-who-brought-in-the-clones/ Apple TV is dramatizing "The Bonfire of the Vanities" — image credit: Apple
David E. Kelley is still best known for "The Practice" and "Ally McBeal" shows, but he's also the writer of Apple TV's "Presumed Innocent" and "Margo's Got Money Troubles." Now according to Deadline, he's dramatizing Tom Wo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-bonfire-of-the-vanities-series-headed-to-apple-tv/Fri, 03 Apr 2026 13:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-bonfire-of-the-vanities-series-headed-to-apple-tv/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/try-these-wordle-like-games-for-a-fun-challenge/Fri, 03 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/try-these-wordle-like-games-for-a-fun-challenge/ Ex-Human has sued Apple over AI app removals. Image source: Ex-Human
Apple is in charge of keeping the App Store safe and clear of apps that openly violate its guidelines. This practice isn't always cut and dry, but a new lawsuit may be barking up the wrong tree.According to a report in the San Francisco Busine]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ai-startup-suing-apple-over-alleged-arbitrary-enforcement-of-app-store-rules/Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ai-startup-suing-apple-over-alleged-arbitrary-enforcement-of-app-store-rules/ Ex-Human has sued Apple over AI app removals. Image source: Ex-Human
Apple is in charge of keeping the App Store safe and clear of apps that openly violate its guidelines. This practice isn't always cut and dry, but a new lawsuit may be barking up the wrong tree.According to a report in the San Francisco Busine]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ai-porn-startup-sues-apple-over-arbitrary-enforcement-of-app-store-rules/Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ai-porn-startup-sues-apple-over-arbitrary-enforcement-of-app-store-rules/ Apple Park
As per its fiduciary duty, Apple has to release quarterly results four times a year. For the second quarter results, that will take place at the end of April.In its notification to investors and analysts, Apple says it will be released on April 30. It will be followed by the usual conference call at 5 p.m. E]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-q2-results-will-be-reported-on-april-30/Fri, 03 Apr 2026 02:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-q2-results-will-be-reported-on-april-30/ Tilta Khronos iPhone 17 Pro Max photography kit review
I previously reviewed the Tilta Khronos iPhone camera system while connected to an iPhone 16 Pro Max. It was a fascinating system with a price aimed at pros, but one problem stood out — future proofing.I'll say it here at the top so I'm not beating aroun]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tilta-khronos-iphone-17-pro-max-photography-kit-review-keeping-the-future-proofed-promise/Fri, 03 Apr 2026 02:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tilta-khronos-iphone-17-pro-max-photography-kit-review-keeping-the-future-proofed-promise/ Apple has begun emailing those selected to attend WWDC 2026 in person.
Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference is an annual event held in June at Apple Park in California. This is when the iPhone maker previews new versions of its major operating systems, such as iOS, iPadOS, and macOS.Swift Student Challenge winners, members of the press]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/developers-that-won-the-2026-wwdc-invite-lottery-are-being-notified/Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/developers-that-won-the-2026-wwdc-invite-lottery-are-being-notified/ The iPhone Fold will allegedly feature a 3D-printed hinge.
With Apple's first foldable expected to debut in late 2026, we're now seeing more and more claims about its hardware. Following multiple rumors suggesting Liquid Metal would be used for the hinge of the iPhone Fold, another tipster has provided a new tidbit about the compo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-may-get-little-more-than-a-new-color-while-iphone-fold-gets-3d-printed-hinge/Thu, 02 Apr 2026 22:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-may-get-little-more-than-a-new-color-while-iphone-fold-gets-3d-printed-hinge/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/we-found-20-deals-that-can-help-you-put-a-new-iphone-in-your-pocket-for-free/Thu, 02 Apr 2026 21:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/we-found-20-deals-that-can-help-you-put-a-new-iphone-in-your-pocket-for-free/ Image Credit: Apple TV
Set in the idyllic town of the same name, "Widow's Bay" follows Mayor Tom Loftis as he prepares to bolster the town's long-struggling tourism industry. Loftis is ready to battle long-held superstitions to earn the respect of Widow's Bay's citizens, who believe he's a coward.While he does manage to attract tourists, the victory is hollow. As old horrors bubble to th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/comedy-horror-series-widows-bay-to-haunt-apple-tv-on-april-29/Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/comedy-horror-series-widows-bay-to-haunt-apple-tv-on-april-29/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/your-iphone-has-a-hidden-document-scanner-heres-how-to-use-it-during-tax-season/Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/your-iphone-has-a-hidden-document-scanner-heres-how-to-use-it-during-tax-season/ iPhone 17 Pro
Artemis II, the first deep-space flight to reflect this change, sent four astronauts on a 10-day lunar flyby aboard Orion to validate systems for future missions. Just prior to this launch, NASA approved personal smartphones for astronauts in February 2026, ending a decades-long restriction on consumer el]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphones-are-going-to-the-moon-on-artemis-ii/Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphones-are-going-to-the-moon-on-artemis-ii/ Apple's M5 MacBook Air hits new low prices at Amazon - Image credit: Apple
Save $85 on the 13-inch Air with 24GB of RAM and 1TB of storage, bringing the price down to $1,415.50 in Silver.Buy M5/24GB/1TB MacBook Air for $1,415
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-brand-new-m5-macbook-air-drops-to-record-low-price-on-amazon/Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-brand-new-m5-macbook-air-drops-to-record-low-price-on-amazon/ Chris Espinosa, Apple Employee #8 — image credit: Chris Espinosa
Chris Espinosa has had very many roles at Apple, ranging from System 7 marketing manager to his position today on the tvOS team. But he was hired by Steve Jobs to write programs for the Apple II computer in 1976 — when he was just 14."It was really]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/inside-50-years-of-apple-with-the-only-original-employee-still-there/Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/inside-50-years-of-apple-with-the-only-original-employee-still-there/ Moscow — image credit:Wikimedia
Arguably, if a user in Russia subscribes to a Russian developer's app, that's between them. But since Apple hosts such apps and takes a cut before passing earnings on to the developer, this means Apple is dealing with Russi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/russians-lose-services-and-apps-subscriptions-after-apple-fined-for-breaking-sanctions-u/Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/russians-lose-services-and-apps-subscriptions-after-apple-fined-for-breaking-sanctions-u/ Moscow — image credit:Wikimedia
Arguably, if a user in Russia subscribes to a Russian developer's app, that's between them. But since Apple hosts such apps and takes a cut before passing earnings on to the developer, this means Apple is dealing with Russian bu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/russians-lose-services-and-apps-subscriptions-after-apple-fined-for-breaking-sanctions/Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/russians-lose-services-and-apps-subscriptions-after-apple-fined-for-breaking-sanctions/ Mockup of a deep red iPhone 18 Pro Max
Apple ditched black for the iPhone 17 Pro in 2025, choosing to offer a new Cosmic Orange color alongside Silver and Deep Blue. Now, Weibo leaker Instant Digital has poured cold water on any hopes that the stealth option would return in 2026."It seems that the black of the iPhone 18 Pro has been cut again,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/there-may-be-no-black-iphone-18-pro-continuing-a-new-trend-for-apple/Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/there-may-be-no-black-iphone-18-pro-continuing-a-new-trend-for-apple/ Jay Blahnik - image credit Apple
Blahnik and Apple were both sued over the Apple Fitness+ work environment in 2024, although the suit was not reported until August 2025. It came to light then as part of a series of accusations against Blahnik which claimed that around 10% of his 100-strong team had taken extended medical or mental health leave since 2]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-fitness-chief-to-retire-after-no-wrongdoing-found-in-bullying-accusation/Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-fitness-chief-to-retire-after-no-wrongdoing-found-in-bullying-accusation/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ready-for-an-upgrade-these-deals-can-score-you-an-iphone-17-for-free/Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ready-for-an-upgrade-these-deals-can-score-you-an-iphone-17-for-free/ Globalstar powers SOS via Satellite
It seems that Amazon could end up owning the infrastructure behind Emergency SOS via Satellite. The critical feature launched with iPhone 14 and has even become available with Apple Watch Ultra 3, but it relies on satellites operated by Globalstar.According to a Financial T]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-looking-to-buy-globalstar-the-company-behind-apples-sos-via-satellite/Thu, 02 Apr 2026 01:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-looking-to-buy-globalstar-the-company-behind-apples-sos-via-satellite/ All variants of the 2019 iPad Air 3 are now vintage, according to Apple.
The iPad Air debuted back in 2019, five years after the second-generation iPad Air. Relative to its predecessor, the iPad Air 3 featured a larger 10.5-inch display, Apple Pencil support, and a much more powerful A12 Bionic chip.Both cellular and Wi-Fi only variants are have now mad]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/all-ipad-air-3-variants-are-now-on-apples-vintage-products-list/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 22:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/all-ipad-air-3-variants-are-now-on-apples-vintage-products-list/ Eddy Cue has been with Apple for decades
It is Apple's 50th anniversary, so there has been a lot of celebration and press tours going on. Paul McCartney may have concluded the concert series, but Apple executives have been making the rounds on Wednesday.The SVP of Services, Eddy Cue, appeared on the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/eddy-cue-talks-jobs-itunes-amp-f1-in-50th-anniversary-interview/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 22:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/eddy-cue-talks-jobs-itunes-amp-f1-in-50th-anniversary-interview/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/get-a-samsung-galaxy-s26-for-free-save-hundreds-on-phones-from-google-apple-and-more/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/get-a-samsung-galaxy-s26-for-free-save-hundreds-on-phones-from-google-apple-and-more/ Hasbro website maintenance notification
In a filing to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Wednesday, Hasbro has confirmed it is the victim of a systems breach. The legal disclosure says that Hasbro spotted unauthorized access to the corporate network on March 28.The]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hasbro-faces-weeks-of-issues-following-major-cyberattack-and-data-breach/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 21:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hasbro-faces-weeks-of-issues-following-major-cyberattack-and-data-breach/ Apple has issued a firmware update for the second-generation AirTag.
The second-generation AirTag debuted in January 2026. Relative to its predecessor, the AirTag 2 offers more precise tracking from a longer range, a louder speaker with a bigger speaker coil, a thinner motherboard, and enhanced security features.The iPhone maker continues to improve the security capabilities of its]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airtag-2-gets-improved-anti-stalking-capabilities-with-new-firmware-update/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 20:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airtag-2-gets-improved-anti-stalking-capabilities-with-new-firmware-update/ Tim Cook shares memo with staff in honor of 50th anniversaryApple officially turned 50 on Wednesday, with the company taking time to celebrate the achievements that have brought it this far. In honor of the occasion, Apple CEO Tim Cook sent a letter to his staff, reflecting on how the company has gone and where it may go in the future.He begins the memo with a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-celebrates-apples-50th-in-a-heartfelt-letter-to-staff/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 20:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-celebrates-apples-50th-in-a-heartfelt-letter-to-staff/ Tim Cook closely inspecting a news clipping - Image Credit: Wall Street Journal
April 1 marks the 50th anniversary of Apple as a company, and the celebration has led to a lot of events and reports on the company. Continuing to mark the occasion, Apple CEO Tim Cook took time out of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-checks-out-apples-archive-containing-items-hes-not-seen-before/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 20:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-checks-out-apples-archive-containing-items-hes-not-seen-before/ AirPods Max 2
Apple's retail rollout puts the updated over-ear headphones directly into stores alongside active deliveries. The company has enough inventory ahead of release to support that kind of immediate access, as there are no delays in shipping times.Availability across multiple regions reinforces that this is a broad, well-supplied launch rather than a st]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-max-2-arrive-in-stores-with-strong-supply-amp-no-launch-delays/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-max-2-arrive-in-stores-with-strong-supply-amp-no-launch-delays/ Seriously, update your iPhone.The unscheduled patch for iOS 18 users is an unusual one for Apple. While it does patch older versions of its operating systems for various reasons, it is usually to help those who cannot update their iPhone's operating system to the current version.In this instance, Apple has created a so-called "backport" patch for iOS 18. This one i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/patch-to-protect-ios-18-holdouts-from-darksword-is-out/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/patch-to-protect-ios-18-holdouts-from-darksword-is-out/ Sonnet Echo 21 Thunderbolt 5 SuperDock
USB-C and Thunderbolt docks help solve a persistent problem for Apple's MacBook lines by adding more points of connectivity that Apple doesn't include. In its latest Thunderbolt dock release, Sonnet is supersizing the options for end users.The Sonnet Echo 21 Thunderbol]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sonnet-returns-with-another-best-in-class-thunderbolt-5-dock/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 18:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sonnet-returns-with-another-best-in-class-thunderbolt-5-dock/ Save on AirPods Max 2 on launch day - Image credit: Apple
AirPods Max 2 officially launched today, and Amazon and Walmart are already competing for your business with a $20 discount on the Midnight color option.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-issues-airpods-max-2-price-drop-on-launch-day/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 18:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-issues-airpods-max-2-price-drop-on-launch-day/ How to watch the Artemis II launch
Coverage begins at 12:50 p.m. Eastern time. NASA is targeting liftoff at 6:24 p.m. and directs viewers to NASA+ as the primary broadcast path.NASA built its distribution around its own streaming stack, then added YouTube and other platforms as secondary options. The approach makes cl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-stream-nasa-artemis-ii-launch-live-on-iphone-ipad-mac-amp-apple-tv/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 16:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-stream-nasa-artemis-ii-launch-live-on-iphone-ipad-mac-amp-apple-tv/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/20-iphone-deals-still-remaining-after-the-amazon-spring-sale-save-big-on-new-and-previous-gen-apple-smartphones/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 16:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/20-iphone-deals-still-remaining-after-the-amazon-spring-sale-save-big-on-new-and-previous-gen-apple-smartphones/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/20-iphone-deals-sill-remaining-after-the-amazon-spring-sale-save-big-on-new-and-previous-gen-apple-smartphones/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 16:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/20-iphone-deals-sill-remaining-after-the-amazon-spring-sale-save-big-on-new-and-previous-gen-apple-smartphones/ Tim Cook (left) with Steve Jobs — image credit: Apple
Before Apple's birthday celebrations began, and even before Tim Cook wrote an open letter about the anniversary, he spoke to Esquire magazine about planning for the 50th — and thinking back to Steve Jobs."I think about him often — an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-still-steve-jobss-company-and-apple-will-never-change-says-cook/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-still-steve-jobss-company-and-apple-will-never-change-says-cook/ Apple AirPort routers
Apple stopped developing its AirPort lineup in April 2018. Devices like Time Capsule have static firmware that doesn't match evolving SMB protocols or modern security requirements.The company's decision to leave the router market wasn't by chance]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-this-project-succeeds-your-time-capsule-may-not-be-killed-off-in-macos-27/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 14:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-this-project-succeeds-your-time-capsule-may-not-be-killed-off-in-macos-27/ Many users still use iOS 18 instead of upgrading to iOS 26
On March 23, an exploit tool dubbed DarkSword was made publicly available on GitHub. While Apple has patched the exploit in iOS 26.3, and older devices stuck on previous versions of the operating systems, Apple is taking an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/users-staying-on-ios-18-will-get-a-patch-for-the-worst-iphone-attack-vector-weve-ever-seen/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 13:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/users-staying-on-ios-18-will-get-a-patch-for-the-worst-iphone-attack-vector-weve-ever-seen/ Studio Display XDR review: The Apple monitor for creative pros
The Studio Display XDR was launched in March 2026 as a replacement for the Pro Display XDR, and AppleInsider's review called it almost perfect, if your work justified the $3,299 price tag.Now Apple has brought it under the psychologically significant $3,000 mark, with cer]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/studio-display-xdr-without-tilt-adjustable-stand-now-costs-less/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 13:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/studio-display-xdr-without-tilt-adjustable-stand-now-costs-less/ A selection of the many Apple devices sketched in the Picasso style to mark the company's 50th anniversary — image credit: Apple
Alongside the Paul McCartney concert for staff at Apple Park, Apple has celebrated its birthday with a new animated homepage. Visiting Apple.com initially gets users a colorful banner b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-wants-you-to-take-a-walk-through-50-years-picasso-style/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 13:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-wants-you-to-take-a-walk-through-50-years-picasso-style/ Image Credit: Apple TV
Specifically, "Cape Fear" will be based on the 1991 Martin Scorsese-directed, Steven Spielberg-produced film of the same title. Fittingly, both Scorsese and Spielberg are on board as executive producers.The story follows married attorneys Anna, played by Amy Adams, and Tom Bowden, played by Patrick Wilson. Their lives are upended when]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/a-new-remake-of-cape-fear-is-making-its-way-to-apple-tv-in-june/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 13:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/a-new-remake-of-cape-fear-is-making-its-way-to-apple-tv-in-june/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/these-phone-deals-survived-the-amazon-big-spring-sale-but-not-for-long/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/these-phone-deals-survived-the-amazon-big-spring-sale-but-not-for-long/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-biggest-update-since-ios-26-heres-whats-new-in-ios-264/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-biggest-update-since-ios-26-heres-whats-new-in-ios-264/ Apple Park celebrations — image credit: Steven Peterson
McCartney's appearance had been rumored in the past few days and then confirmed as images from his soundcheck at Apple Park were shown across social media. Now he's played a career-spanning set in front of thousands of Apple employees, many of whom have been sharing image]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/paul-mccartney-headlines-as-apple-celebrates-50-years-with-an-apple-park-fireworks-display/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/paul-mccartney-headlines-as-apple-celebrates-50-years-with-an-apple-park-fireworks-display/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-264-brings-these-fun-new-emoji-to-your-iphone/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-264-brings-these-fun-new-emoji-to-your-iphone/ Why and how you should audit your subscriptions
Digital hygiene, the practice of keeping a clean, safe digital footprint, is critical for anyone who uses the internet — which is pretty much everyone. Many things fall under the digital hygiene umbrella, from responsible email management to removing your d]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/audit-your-subscriptions-this-april-fools-and-stop-wasting-money/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 04:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/audit-your-subscriptions-this-april-fools-and-stop-wasting-money/ G-Raid Project 2 review
It's been interesting watching storage trends over the last two decades. In that span, we've gone from 250GB hard drives being enough, to multi-terabyte drives a few years later.Then we all went back down to lower capacity, but very high speed SSDs being the order of the day.
Continue Read]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/g-raid-project-2-review-high-quality-enterprise-storage/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 01:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/g-raid-project-2-review-high-quality-enterprise-storage/ Apple's executive team gathered for the opening bell. Image source: Nasdaq
Apple has spent the previous week celebrating its 50th anniversary with concerts at Apple stores around the world. Paul McCartney will conclude Apple's 50th anniversary celebrations Wednesday evening.In the meantime, Apple CEO Tim Cook, surroun]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-ceo-tim-cook-delivered-speech-amp-rung-nasdaq-opening-bell-tuesday/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-ceo-tim-cook-delivered-speech-amp-rung-nasdaq-opening-bell-tuesday/ ChatGPT can now be used via Apple CarPlay on iOS 26.4 or later.
With the release of the iOS 26.4 update on March 24, Apple introduced support for AI agents within CarPlay. To be more specific, the iPhone maker released a new CarPlay entitlement category for voice-driven conversational apps.The move effectively enabled third-party AI to function within CarPl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/openais-chatgpt-now-available-hands-free-via-carplay-with-ios-264/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 23:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/openais-chatgpt-now-available-hands-free-via-carplay-with-ios-264/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/we-found-15-spring-sale-phone-deals-for-amazing-savings-on-your-next-upgrade-but-many-are-ending-today/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 22:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/we-found-15-spring-sale-phone-deals-for-amazing-savings-on-your-next-upgrade-but-many-are-ending-today/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-miss-your-last-chance-to-snatch-up-new-and-previous-gen-iphones-at-spring-sale-prices/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 22:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-miss-your-last-chance-to-snatch-up-new-and-previous-gen-iphones-at-spring-sale-prices/ Paul McCartney's soundcheck at Apple Park - Image Credit: u/Live_Football2343 on Reddit R/PaulMcCartney
Apple has been holding a series of events around the world, as part of its 50th anniversary celebrations. The grand finale will take place at Apple Park on Wednesday, while it will be a big party for A]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-at-50-paul-mccartney-sound-check-and-the-employee-gift-bag/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 22:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-at-50-paul-mccartney-sound-check-and-the-employee-gift-bag/ The fourth-generation iPad mini is now obsolete, according to Apple.
The predecessor of the current Apple TV 4K was the Apple TV fourth generation, which launched more than a decade ago, in 2015. The same year saw the debut of the fourth-generation iPad mini, which offered performance improvements in a somewhat thinner chassis, with a l]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tv-hd-and-ipad-mini-4-are-now-on-apples-obsolete-products-list/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 21:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tv-hd-and-ipad-mini-4-are-now-on-apples-obsolete-products-list/ Apple Vision ProNASA plans to send Artemis II on a roughly 10-day flight around the Moon, marking the first crewed mission in the Artemis program. Cosmic Perspective has set up specialized Blackmagic immersive cameras at the Florida launch site to capture the event.Apple's immersive format uses 180-degree stereoscopic video and spatial audio to place]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/nasa-artemis-ii-launch-getting-the-apple-vision-pro-immersive-video-treatment/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 19:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/nasa-artemis-ii-launch-getting-the-apple-vision-pro-immersive-video-treatment/ Apple Dubai Mall, an Apple store in the region | Image credit: Apple
The companies named included major tech players like Apple, Cisco, Google, IBM, Meta, Microsoft, Nvidia, and Tesla. Employees and residents in the region have been told to evacuate and seek shelter at locations at least one kilometer away from central offices, or in Appl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iran-warns-major-tech-companies-including-apple-could-become-regional-targets/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iran-warns-major-tech-companies-including-apple-could-become-regional-targets/ Siri could turn into a chatbot with iOS 27
Back in 2023, Apple added the ability for Siri to take back to back commands, asking one after another without pausing to say "Siri," or "Hey, Siri." Now according to Bloomberg, the expected reworking of Siri with Apple Intelligence will go much further.Specifically, users will no longer have to ask Siri to do something, then]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/improved-siri-will-understand-multiple-commands-in-a-single-sentence/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/improved-siri-will-understand-multiple-commands-in-a-single-sentence/ Future iPhones and other Apple devices could include a breathalyzer
Apple has a thing for breath. Previous patent applications have shown that the company wants to add breath detection to Apple Vision Pro, and to use how you breathe to help with sleep tracking.Now it's been granted a patent called "Electronic]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/future-iphones-could-feature-a-breathalyzer-that-spots-high-cholesterol/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/future-iphones-could-feature-a-breathalyzer-that-spots-high-cholesterol/ AirPods Max 2
Apple's update to the AirPods Max 2 are what we would call a spec-bump update. As detailed in our review, the new model looks exactly like the previous one, but with all of its changes being internal.It's a reuse of a five-year-old design with no real exterior improvements, but a change in its]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-max-2-h2-chip-upgrade-leaves-plenty-of-headroom-for-upgrades/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-max-2-h2-chip-upgrade-leaves-plenty-of-headroom-for-upgrades/ Tim Cook and Warren Buffett in Apple Park — image credit: Apple
Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway firmed most recently sold Apple stocks in February 2026, in what has been a series of sell-offs. Speaking to CNBC, the investor implied that was a mistake, even if he remains sanguine about it."I sold it too soon, but I bought it even]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/warren-buffett-made-over-100b-on-apple-stock-says-he-sold-too-soon/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/warren-buffett-made-over-100b-on-apple-stock-says-he-sold-too-soon/ Save up to 40 percent on Apple gear during the Big Spring Sale - Image credit: Amazon
Amazon's Big Spring Sale ends today and numerous Apple deals are likely to end as the month comes to a close. Grab steeper discounts on new M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pros, along with AirPods Max 2 that officially release on April 1. We've broken down our top]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-big-spring-sale-ends-today-grab-best-deals-on-2026-macbooks-airpods-max-2-ipads-amp-more/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-big-spring-sale-ends-today-grab-best-deals-on-2026-macbooks-airpods-max-2-ipads-amp-more/ The 20th-anniversary iPhone has sometimes been referred to as the iPhone XX
Apple has long been rumored to be bringing out a revamped iPhone for its 20th anniversary in 2027. When it comes to how that revamp will happen, it seems that a curved design is the strongest rumor about its appearance.In a pair of tweets on Ma]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/rounded-chassis-tiny-dynamic-island-expected-for-20th-anniversary-iphone/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/rounded-chassis-tiny-dynamic-island-expected-for-20th-anniversary-iphone/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/want-a-new-iphone-or-android-phone-read-this-before-you-buy/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/want-a-new-iphone-or-android-phone-read-this-before-you-buy/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-the-last-day-to-snag-the-best-spring-sale-deals-on-new-and-previous-gen-models-2/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-the-last-day-to-snag-the-best-spring-sale-deals-on-new-and-previous-gen-models-2/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-the-last-day-to-snag-the-best-spring-sale-deals-on-new-and-previous-gen-models/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-the-last-day-to-snag-the-best-spring-sale-deals-on-new-and-previous-gen-models/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/app-store-expands-support-to-11-new-languages/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/app-store-expands-support-to-11-new-languages/ AirPods Max 2 review: What's old is new again
Apple half-heartedly updated the AirPods Max in September of 2024. It was such a meager update that it removed a prior feature — wired lossless — and didn't get a new name.Thankfully, Apple at least brought back wired lossless audio via a software update. That update delivered nothing else, and was months later just to r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-max-2-review-familiar-features-amp-design-but-needs-more/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-max-2-review-familiar-features-amp-design-but-needs-more/ Ollama has been boosted by MLX on Apple Silicon
Anyone working with large language models (LLMs) wants results as quickly as possible. There are techniques to do this using multiple Macs, working in a cluster to increase the amount of processing at hand, but one method made by Apple also provides an extra bit of ass]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ollama-is-supercharged-by-mlxs-unified-memory-use-on-apple-silicon/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 14:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ollama-is-supercharged-by-mlxs-unified-memory-use-on-apple-silicon/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/we-found-15-spring-sale-phone-deals-that-take-hundreds-off-your-next-upgrade-but-many-are-ending-today/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/we-found-15-spring-sale-phone-deals-that-take-hundreds-off-your-next-upgrade-but-many-are-ending-today/ How to back up your iPhone and iPad to Mac
Backing up your iPhone or iPad to your Mac remains the fastest and most complete way to protect your data before updates, repairs, or hardware changes. Apple built local backup support directly into macOS through Finder, allowing full-device backups without relying on an internet c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-back-up-your-iphone-amp-ipad-to-your-mac-before-something-goes-wrong/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 04:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-back-up-your-iphone-amp-ipad-to-your-mac-before-something-goes-wrong/ Apple's request for a rehearing has been denied.
The battle between Apple and Epic continues, but at least one of Apple's paths to victory may finally be closed for good. Apple hoped to undo a December 2025 decision with an appeal, but that was denied.Apple's request for a rehearing was denied on Monday according to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-epic-vs-apple-case-wont-get-a-rehearing-for-app-store-fees/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 01:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-epic-vs-apple-case-wont-get-a-rehearing-for-app-store-fees/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/we-found-17-spring-sale-phone-deals-that-take-hundreds-off-your-next-upgrade-but-many-are-ending-soon/Mon, 30 Mar 2026 23:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/we-found-17-spring-sale-phone-deals-that-take-hundreds-off-your-next-upgrade-but-many-are-ending-soon/ Apple remains judge, jury, and executioner of its App Store in the face of vibe coding flood
Vibe coding isn't a bad thing on its face. It can help seasoned coders navigate through niche problems that lack documentation, or help bring a novice coder's idea to life. Apple uses the technology]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-is-more-aggressively-booting-vibe-coding-apps-from-the-app-store/Mon, 30 Mar 2026 22:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-is-more-aggressively-booting-vibe-coding-apps-from-the-app-store/ Apple Intelligence is finally arriving on devices in China
Apple Intelligence had a gradual rollout in Western countries, but it hasn't been available in China at all. According to social media posts, Apple Intelligence went live in China. Briefly.Posts, such as from the prominent leaker account L0vetodream, are saying that the availability of Apple Intelligence in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-intelligence-rolled-out-in-china-accidentally-without-government-approval/Mon, 30 Mar 2026 22:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-intelligence-rolled-out-in-china-accidentally-without-government-approval/ Grab the lowest prices ever on Apple's 16-inch MacBook Pro M5 Pro.
Kicking off the sale is the standard 2026 16-inch MacBook Pro with Apple's M5 Pro chip. Featuring an 18-core CPU and 20-core GPU, this configuration in Space Black also has 24GB of unified memory and 1TB of storage, giving you additional breathing room to store files compared to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-200-on-apples-m5-pro-16-inch-macbook-pro-lowest-prices-to-date/Mon, 30 Mar 2026 22:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-200-on-apples-m5-pro-16-inch-macbook-pro-lowest-prices-to-date/ The first developer beta of iOS 26.5 can now be installed.
On Monday, less than a week after iOS 26.4 received its full public release, Apple started the iOS 26.4 beta testing cycle. The iPhone software update has the build number 23F5043g, up from 23E246 on the final version of iOS 26.4.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forum]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-in-ios-265-notification-forwarding-apple-intelligence-in-china/Mon, 30 Mar 2026 21:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-in-ios-265-notification-forwarding-apple-intelligence-in-china/ Apple Intelligence is finally arriving on devices in China
Apple Intelligence had a gradual rollout in Western countries, but it hasn't been available in China at all. According to social media posts, Apple Intelligence has gone live in China, albeit partially.Posts, such as from the prominent leaker account L0vetodream, are saying that the availability of Apple Intelli]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-intelligence-finally-rolls-out-in-china/Mon, 30 Mar 2026 21:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-intelligence-finally-rolls-out-in-china/ Apple's hardware that works with the 26-generation operating systems - Image Credit: Apple
Apple released its 26.4 generation of updates on March 24, making way for new beta builds to be tested. Apple has now started that testing, by supplying developers with the initial betas for the 26.5 generation.The developer betas for iOS 26.5, iPadOS 26.5, watc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-ios-265-macos-265-developer-betas-now-available-for-testing/Mon, 30 Mar 2026 19:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-ios-265-macos-265-developer-betas-now-available-for-testing/ Images supposedly showing a smaller Dynamic Island - Image Credit: Early Apple Leaks/Ice Universe
The Dynamic Island is a software element designed to hide the in-screen holes for the TrueDepth camera array. Many rumors have claimed that it will be smaller for the iPhone 18, as Apple works to make the screen as clear of interruptions as possible.W]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pros-dynamic-island-might-look-like-this/Mon, 30 Mar 2026 19:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pros-dynamic-island-might-look-like-this/ Grab iPad deals from $299 during Amazon's Big Spring Sale.
Amazon's Big Spring Sale ends tomorrow, and today we're following iPad deals from just $299, including a special $140 discount on the A16 512GB spec in yellow.Buy iPad 11 for $299
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-big-spring-sale-ends-march-31-grab-an-ipad-from-299/Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-big-spring-sale-ends-march-31-grab-an-ipad-from-299/ Apple Vision Pro is compatible with Nvidia GeForce Now
While you can play games on the Apple Vision Pro, it is also possible to play PC games on the headset too. However, with services like Nvidia GeForce Now, you can do it without needing a PC in the first place.In the latest updates to the service, Nvidia has made it better]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/geforce-now-streams-apple-vision-pro-faster-amp-better-than-to-meta-headsets/Mon, 30 Mar 2026 17:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/geforce-now-streams-apple-vision-pro-faster-amp-better-than-to-meta-headsets/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/we-found-the-best-spring-sale-deals-on-new-iphones-but-you-better-hurry/Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/we-found-the-best-spring-sale-deals-on-new-iphones-but-you-better-hurry/ macOS Terminal
Attackers are buying Google ads to place a fake Homebrew site above the real one, then trick users into running a malicious Terminal command. The tactic is effective because it leans on routine behavior instead of technical exploits.Developers and everyday Mac users rely on Homebrew to install software, which makes it a high-value target. The real inst]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/that-top-google-result-for-homebrew-could-infect-your-mac/Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/that-top-google-result-for-homebrew-could-infect-your-mac/ Smart Home Insider Podcast
Sitting in as guest host this week is Dan Turk. Dan is Vice President of Tech and Innovation at Max Borges Agency and is well-versed in the current state of the smart home.We get the episode going by recapping the week's news, including Apple's official announcement of WWDC 2026. We talk about the possible]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-ai-home-strategy-hands-on-with-sonos-play-and-more-on-smart-home-insider/Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-ai-home-strategy-hands-on-with-sonos-play-and-more-on-smart-home-insider/ Apple co-founder Ronald Wayne at the Computer History Museum — image credit: CHM
When Ron Wayne first raised this point in March 2026 at the Computer History Museum, it sounded like splitting hairs. He said that he had never sold the 10% stake he originally had in Apple, but he appeared to wan]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-third-co-founder-insists-he-still-owns-10-of-apple/Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-third-co-founder-insists-he-still-owns-10-of-apple/ M5 MacBook Air review
The new M5 MacBook Air launched into in era when Apple is taking big steps to adjust its lineup. With the introduction of the MacBook Neo, Apple has widened the potential customer base.This repositions the MacBook Air in the process. That's not a bad thing, though.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m5-macbook-air-review-incremental-update-but-the-best-buy-for-most/Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m5-macbook-air-review-incremental-update-but-the-best-buy-for-most/ 24-inch iMac
After many years of using LED backlighting and using miniLED in some cases, Apple has gradually been moving its product lines to OLED. However, the expense of the technology means some products will get it far later than others.In the case of the 24-inch iMac, ZDNet Korea reports that Apple plans to bring the OLED iMac out by 2029 or 2030.
R]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-going-to-be-a-long-wait-for-an-oled-imac/Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-going-to-be-a-long-wait-for-an-oled-imac/ Steve Jobs with the original Macintosh, made eight years after Apple's founding
Apple has long had a reputation for never looking back, and it's usually justified. "Let's go invent tomorrow rather than worrying about what happened yesterday," said Steve Jobs in an interview that has long been l]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/computing-would-be-totally-different-had-apple-not-been-formed-50-years-ago-today/Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/computing-would-be-totally-different-had-apple-not-been-formed-50-years-ago-today/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/our-favorite-spring-sale-phone-deals-that-take-hundreds-off-your-new-purchase/Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/our-favorite-spring-sale-phone-deals-that-take-hundreds-off-your-new-purchase/ Moscow — image credit:Wikimedia
After Russia began its attacks on Ukraine in 2022, both the US and Europe imposed sanctions that, for example, meant Apple Pay no longer being available.Now according to the Financial Times, a UK regulator has fined Apple over payments to Okko, a Russian online video streaming service.The UK is not part of the Europea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-ireland-appears-to-have-broken-sanctions-on-russia/Mon, 30 Mar 2026 13:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-ireland-appears-to-have-broken-sanctions-on-russia/ Save up to $200 on Apple's brand-new M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro - Image credit: Apple
Apple's 2026 MacBook Pro is on sale at Amazon today, with 14-inch and 16-inch retail configurations eligible for triple-digit savings.Prices start at $2,049, with a breakdown of the deals below and in our MacBook Pro Price Guide.
Continue Reading on Apple]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-up-to-200-off-new-m5-pro-amp-m5-max-macbook-pros/Sun, 29 Mar 2026 22:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-up-to-200-off-new-m5-pro-amp-m5-max-macbook-pros/ Apple Vision Pro, YouTube, Instagram, iPhone Air
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.This week, Apple finally killed off the long-suffering]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-addiction-vr-and-how-the-iphone-air-doesnt-suck/Sun, 29 Mar 2026 22:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-addiction-vr-and-how-the-iphone-air-doesnt-suck/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/spring-sale-phone-deals-that-make-paying-full-price-feel-unnecessary/Sun, 29 Mar 2026 19:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/spring-sale-phone-deals-that-make-paying-full-price-feel-unnecessary/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/these-amazon-spring-sale-iphone-deals-are-too-good-to-ignore-but-might-not-last-much-longer/Sun, 29 Mar 2026 18:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/these-amazon-spring-sale-iphone-deals-are-too-good-to-ignore-but-might-not-last-much-longer/ Apple Park
Apple's celebration to mark the 50th anniversary of the company has resulted in performances around the world. To go out with a bang, the celebrations will be concluding at its headquarters.Posting to X, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman writes that the world tour will reach its finale sometime this week. The venue will be Apple Park.
Continue Re]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/anniversary-party-at-apple-park-will-feature-a-british-invasion-performance/Sun, 29 Mar 2026 18:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/anniversary-party-at-apple-park-will-feature-a-british-invasion-performance/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-264-brings-new-emoji-a-playlist-generator-and-more-to-your-iphone/Sun, 29 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-264-brings-new-emoji-a-playlist-generator-and-more-to-your-iphone/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/you-dont-have-to-pay-full-price-for-your-next-phone-these-amazon-big-spring-sale-phone-deals-are-proof/Sat, 28 Mar 2026 20:58:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/you-dont-have-to-pay-full-price-for-your-next-phone-these-amazon-big-spring-sale-phone-deals-are-proof/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-best-iphone-deals-weve-found-during-the-amazon-big-spring-sale/Sat, 28 Mar 2026 20:20:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-best-iphone-deals-weve-found-during-the-amazon-big-spring-sale/ Apple Intelligence continues to undergo changes
Before working at Apple, Rincon served as Vice President of Product Management at Google since 2024. However, before that she held various product management roles in the company since 2017.According to 9to5Mac, Rincon will lead product marketing and product management for its AI platforms, including Apple Intelligence an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/former-google-vp-to-lead-apples-ai-product-marketing/Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:13:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/former-google-vp-to-lead-apples-ai-product-marketing/ AirPods Max 2 are on sale now with a preorder price guarantee - Image credit: Apple
Pick up Apple's new over-ear headphones in Midnight for $529 at Walmart, a $20 discount off MSRP. With retailers like Amazon showing a "currently unavailable" message on its product page, ordering from Walmart allows you to snap up the lowest price on the 2026 rel]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-airpods-max-2-drop-to-529-with-this-weekends-best-preorder-deal/Fri, 27 Mar 2026 18:47:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-airpods-max-2-drop-to-529-with-this-weekends-best-preorder-deal/ Get Paramount Plus for just $2.99 per month for 2 months - Image credit: Paramount
From sports to original dramas, Paramount Plus has thousands of programs to watch this spring. And with this month-end streaming deal that gives new and former subscribers access to any plan for $2.99 per month for two months, there's no better time to sign up for the service.Get Par]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/get-paramount-plus-for-299mo-for-2-months-with-this-flash-streaming-deal/Fri, 27 Mar 2026 17:21:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/get-paramount-plus-for-299mo-for-2-months-with-this-flash-streaming-deal/ Lockdown Mode on iPhone is for users facing grave threats to their digital security
Lockdown Mode was launched in 2022 and has to be specifically enabled by the user. Once enabled, the feature hardens the device's security and has become the go-to option for people who could be a target for hacking.While most regularly used on an iPh]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-claims-a-100-protection-rate-with-iphone-lockdown-mode/Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:55:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-claims-a-100-protection-rate-with-iphone-lockdown-mode/ WWDC is coming
As reluctantly predicted, it now looks as if the new and revised Siri will debut in full at WWDC — although we might get some improvements in iOS 26.5. While anyone who finds Siri continues to be broken, will cross their fingers for the update, Apple has re]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc-apple-music-genius-and-ads-in-apple-maps-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 27 Mar 2026 13:49:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc-apple-music-genius-and-ads-in-apple-maps-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/halfway-through-the-amazons-big-spring-sale-here-are-the-top-iphone-picks/Fri, 27 Mar 2026 13:40:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/halfway-through-the-amazons-big-spring-sale-here-are-the-top-iphone-picks/ Studio Display XDR review: The Apple monitor for creative pros
The Studio Display XDR is now Apple's high-end monitor, sitting above the standard Studio Display in Apple's refreshed 2026 lineup. It's a 27-inch, 5K, aluminum and glass beauty that's well-suited for almost any Mac.For the last four years, I've been using Apple's original St]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/studio-display-xdr-review-an-almost-pixel-perfect-monitor-for-creative-pros/Fri, 27 Mar 2026 13:39:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/studio-display-xdr-review-an-almost-pixel-perfect-monitor-for-creative-pros/ The Dynamic Island is Apple's way of making a virtue out of the necessary Face ID and camera notch
Since the very day the iPhone X was launched with its Face ID notch, there have been rumors that Apple will switch to an all-screen display with no visible cutouts. The company is surely working toward this, but the most recent claims have focused on how it might reduce]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/all-iphone-18-models-will-get-a-smaller-dynamic-island-says-optimistic-leak/Fri, 27 Mar 2026 13:15:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/all-iphone-18-models-will-get-a-smaller-dynamic-island-says-optimistic-leak/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-pay-full-price-for-your-next-phone-check-out-every-discount-weve-found-during-amazons-spring-sale/Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:16:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-pay-full-price-for-your-next-phone-check-out-every-discount-weve-found-during-amazons-spring-sale/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-battery-draining-faster-after-ios-264-dont-panic/Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-battery-draining-faster-after-ios-264-dont-panic/ John Sculley in 2015 — image credit: Web Summit
If you can just stick around long enough, your reputation is likely to change. Today it's common to see ex-Apple CEO John Sculley praised, or at least described as having been unfairly treated by history.There are reasons to back that up, most specifically to do with how he didn]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-at-50-john-sculley-apples-most-maligned-ceo/Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:59:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-at-50-john-sculley-apples-most-maligned-ceo/ Crunchyroll is now an Apple TV channel
When Apple first revealed Apple TV channels, it felt like the obvious endpoint for all streaming services. Netflix never joined up, and others like HBO exited channels, but one beloved service has finally appeared.The anime streaming platform Crunchyroll has shown up as a channel within the Apple TV]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/anime-streaming-service-crunchyroll-is-now-available-in-apple-tv-channels/Fri, 27 Mar 2026 03:11:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/anime-streaming-service-crunchyroll-is-now-available-in-apple-tv-channels/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/heres-how-to-use-your-iphones-hidden-document-scanner-just-in-time-for-tax-season-2/Fri, 27 Mar 2026 02:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/heres-how-to-use-your-iphones-hidden-document-scanner-just-in-time-for-tax-season-2/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/heres-how-to-use-your-iphones-hidden-document-scanner-just-in-time-for-tax-season/Fri, 27 Mar 2026 02:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/heres-how-to-use-your-iphones-hidden-document-scanner-just-in-time-for-tax-season/ App Store will show if an app is a designated medical device
Developers that offer apps with medical uses or connect to medical devices have to be registered with the FDA in the US. Similar regulations exist in the UK and EU, and now there's a way for developers to label their apps as a regulated me]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-app-store-will-show-if-an-app-is-classified-as-a-regulated-medical-device/Fri, 27 Mar 2026 01:52:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-app-store-will-show-if-an-app-is-classified-as-a-regulated-medical-device/ Developers will be required to use Liquid Glass once Xcode 27 debuts.
With the debut of iOS 26 at WWDC 2025, Apple made significant alterations to the look and feel of the iPhone operating system. The fairly straightforward flat design, used from iOS 7 to iOS 18, was replaced with a more rounded, translucent aesthetic dubbed "Liquid Glass."Six months after launch, the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/stop-holding-out-hope-liquid-glass-will-be-mandatory-in-ios-27/Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:12:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/stop-holding-out-hope-liquid-glass-will-be-mandatory-in-ios-27/ Apple encryption and services can only protect you from so much
End-to-end encryption ensures that your data remains yours on-device and in transit. This applies to things like iMessage and Apple Health, especially when Advanced Data Protection is turned on.However, that doesn't mean Apple]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hide-my-email-is-great-for-battling-surveillance-capitalism-not-the-fbi/Thu, 26 Mar 2026 23:04:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hide-my-email-is-great-for-battling-surveillance-capitalism-not-the-fbi/ Apple has allegedly approved new bonuses for its iPhone hardware team.
Talk of an AI brain drain at Apple continues even if it is difficult to determine exactly how individual departures affect the company. Over the years, Apple has lost various engineers to rival firms like OpenAI and Meta, with some even being lured in by a massive $200 million pay pack]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-hardware-engineers-allegedly-get-bonuses-as-apple-tries-to-prevent-poaching/Thu, 26 Mar 2026 22:53:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-hardware-engineers-allegedly-get-bonuses-as-apple-tries-to-prevent-poaching/ The results of the 2026 Swift Student Challenge are here, and Apple has selected 350 winners.
Every year, Apple hosts a competition called the Swift Student Challenge. The event lets up-and-coming student developers practice their craft and gives them a chance of winning a variety of prizes.All challenge winners have now received a free one-year membership to the Apple Developer p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-begins-notifying-2026-swift-student-challenge-winners/Thu, 26 Mar 2026 21:48:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-begins-notifying-2026-swift-student-challenge-winners/ More AI assistants may be coming to iPhone soon
Apple Intelligence already uses ChatGPT for certain requests, allowing it to handle complex tasks without relying solely on Apple models. It is a distinct system that requires user permission and exists entirely outside of the on-device and Priv]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-could-support-third-party-ai-tools-in-ios-27-as-apple-expands-access/Thu, 26 Mar 2026 21:37:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-could-support-third-party-ai-tools-in-ios-27-as-apple-expands-access/ Credit: David Balev/Unsplash
Netflix is continuing its trend of yearly price hikes, with the company set to hike prices for U.S.-based customers in the coming weeks. The previous price hike came in January 2025.This time around, all three plans are getting price hikes. Here's what customers can expect to pay, as detailed by the Netflix Pricing Plan help page.
Continue Reading o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/your-netflix-subscription-is-getting-a-price-hike-again/Thu, 26 Mar 2026 21:26:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/your-netflix-subscription-is-getting-a-price-hike-again/ Save up to 40 percent on Apple gear during the Big Spring Sale - Image credit: Amazon
Day 2 of Amazon's weeklong sale is well underway, and we've rounded up the best deals on Apple hardware, including 2026 releases, along with accessories like MagSafe chargers and cables.Shop Amazon's Big Spring Sale
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on ou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-big-spring-sale-delivers-apple-deals-from-1499/Thu, 26 Mar 2026 20:20:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-big-spring-sale-delivers-apple-deals-from-1499/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/update-on-regulated-medical-device-apps-in-the-european-economic-area-unitedkingdom-and-unitedstates/Thu, 26 Mar 2026 20:05:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/update-on-regulated-medical-device-apps-in-the-european-economic-area-unitedkingdom-and-unitedstates/ Apple's first foldable iPhone might ship a few weeks later than expected.
Apple has long been expected to announce the so-called iPhone Fold this fall. The launch was expected to come alongside Apple's other premium devices, leaving the iPhone 18 for an early 2027 release.But Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has now poured cold water on those hopes, suggesting that Apple]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-iphone-fold-might-not-ship-alongside-iphone-18-pro-after-all/Thu, 26 Mar 2026 19:16:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-iphone-fold-might-not-ship-alongside-iphone-18-pro-after-all/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-big-spring-sale-is-on-and-you-can-ring-in-the-iphone-deals/Thu, 26 Mar 2026 18:16:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-big-spring-sale-is-on-and-you-can-ring-in-the-iphone-deals/ iPhone 18 render with a smaller Dynamic Island
Chinese leaker Digital Chat Station claims Apple plans to shrink and relocate its front-facing sensors under the display over time. The shift would move from the current Dynamic Island to a smaller cutout, then to a single punch hole with Face ID hidden beneath the screen.The roadmap is]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-dynamic-island-isnt-going-away-yet-but-its-days-are-numbered/Thu, 26 Mar 2026 17:44:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-dynamic-island-isnt-going-away-yet-but-its-days-are-numbered/ The Apple-1 came out in 1976, but it wasn't the only history maker
In 1976, Steve Wozniak, Steve Jobs, and Ronald Wayne shipped Apple's first product — the Apple-1. Fifty years later, absent all three founders for various reasons, the company stands as one of the world's largest technology comp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/other-than-apple-1-other-world-changing-inventions-launched-in-1976/Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:31:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/other-than-apple-1-other-world-changing-inventions-launched-in-1976/ Nia Archives and Mumford & Sons performed at Apple Battersea — image credit: Apple
Apple Battersea is both a store and Apple's UK headquarters, and the company often uses the iconic Battersea Power Station building in its marketing. To mark Apple's anniversary, huge Apple logos were projected on the building, and a stage]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-50th-london-celebrates-amp-sydney-opera-house-is-lit-with-ipad-art/Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:45:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-50th-london-celebrates-amp-sydney-opera-house-is-lit-with-ipad-art/ Tim Cook and Donald Trump, at the Mac Pro factory
Dubbed the American Manufacturing Program (AMP), Apple has already been working to move more manufacturing to the United States in recent years. Now, Apple is working with Bosch, Cirrus Logic, TDK, and Qnity Electronics on new programs that will run through 2030."At Ap]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-will-spend-400-million-more-through-2030-to-bring-more-manufacturing-to-the-us/Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:41:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-will-spend-400-million-more-through-2030-to-bring-more-manufacturing-to-the-us/ WhatsApp is pushing out updates to its messaging app
WhatsApp will begin rolling out new features on March 26. They include two accounts on a single iPhone, improved storage controls, and easier cross-platform chat transfers.The update also adds AI-powered tools for editing photos and drafting messages on iO]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-storage-cleanup-cross-platform-transfers-amp-ai-tools-reshape-whatsapp/Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:03:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-storage-cleanup-cross-platform-transfers-amp-ai-tools-reshape-whatsapp/ The rear cameras on Pro iPhone models are likely to get high-resolution sensors first.The rear cameras on the iPhone 17 Pro Max have a 48MP sensor, but it's long been rumored that Apple move to 200MP — and probably by 2028. Now according to leaker Digital Chat Station on Weibo, Apple is currently testing such a sensor, a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-19-pro-rumored-to-get-200mp-telephoto-camera-sensor/Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:12:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-19-pro-rumored-to-get-200mp-telephoto-camera-sensor/ The new warning — image credit: Mr Macintosh
Terminal is the command-line app that the giant majority of users never even know about, but is extremely useful for customizing Macs. It has such deep-rooted access to the Mac, though, that it can be dangerous.Usually the danger comes from either inexperienced users typing the wrong co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macos-264-warning-about-potentially-malicious-terminal-commands/Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:04:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macos-264-warning-about-potentially-malicious-terminal-commands/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hate-your-iphones-alarm-slider-heres-how-you-can-get-rid-of-it/Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hate-your-iphones-alarm-slider-heres-how-you-can-get-rid-of-it/ Apple Music's new Playlist Playground
Apple added Playlist Playground to Apple Music on March 24 with iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4. It lets users build playlists by describing what they want instead of adding songs one by one.Building playlists in Apple Music takes time, especially]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-use-playlist-playground-to-build-apple-music-playlists-in-seconds/Thu, 26 Mar 2026 03:55:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-use-playlist-playground-to-build-apple-music-playlists-in-seconds/ Elgato Prompter XL has a great display, great hardware, but its software lets it down
This should be a 5-star review. Not every product is for everyone, and not every price point is for every budget, but for those for whom this is aimed, this ought to be a 5-star review.And it would be if this were solely abo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/elgato-prompter-xl-review-simply-the-teleprompter-for-apple-users-to-buy/Thu, 26 Mar 2026 01:17:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/elgato-prompter-xl-review-simply-the-teleprompter-for-apple-users-to-buy/ Apple has settled its lawsuit against a former engineer accused of stealing Apple Vision Pro trade secrets.
Back in July 2025, Apple accused design engineer Di Liu of stealing a "massive volume [of] various novel Apple technologies that are embodied in Apple Vision Pro." Liu also didn't disclose his plans to leave Apple for Snap, leaving him with Apple credential]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-vision-pro-trade-secret-lawsuit-reaches-settlement/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 23:17:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-vision-pro-trade-secret-lawsuit-reaches-settlement/ Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg
On Wednesday, a jury in Los Angeles Superior Court finished its deliberations over a lawsuit between Meta and Google, and a young woman. CNET reports the jury found that the tech giants were liable for enabling a woman identified as Kaley to become addicted to social media as a ch]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/google-amp-meta-found-liable-for-social-media-addiction/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 20:04:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/google-amp-meta-found-liable-for-social-media-addiction/ Poland moves to tax Big Tech companies
The country will draft a digital services tax bill with a 3% levy on revenue from online advertising, user platforms, and data-driven services. Poland's bill targets companies with over $1.16 billion globally and about $6.8 million within Poland.Apple and other major U.S. tech firms fa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/upcoming-3-big-tech-tax-in-poland-may-leave-apple-some-wiggle-room/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:55:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/upcoming-3-big-tech-tax-in-poland-may-leave-apple-some-wiggle-room/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-emoji-playlist-generator-and-more-all-the-new-features-ios-264-brings-to-your-iphone/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:54:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-emoji-playlist-generator-and-more-all-the-new-features-ios-264-brings-to-your-iphone/ AirPods start at just $99 during Amazon's Big Spring Sale.
Kicking off today's Big Spring Sale, AirPods 4 are marked down to $99.99 without Active Noise Cancellation and $148.99 with ANC.Buy AirPods 4 from $99.99
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/get-airpods-4-from-99-airpods-pro-3-for-199-during-amazons-big-spring-sale/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:18:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/get-airpods-4-from-99-airpods-pro-3-for-199-during-amazons-big-spring-sale/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/why-pay-full-price-amazon-spring-sales-best-phone-deals-are-live-right-now/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/why-pay-full-price-amazon-spring-sales-best-phone-deals-are-live-right-now/ Apple's pulling out chunks of Google Gemini for on-device processing
The deal Apple made with Google allows the iPhone maker to use Google's Gemini AI models as a basis for its own updated AI. It now appears that the deal lets Apple use some techniques to make models that will work better for on-device pr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-is-distilling-google-gemini-into-smaller-chunks-for-on-iphone-ai-processing/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:53:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-is-distilling-google-gemini-into-smaller-chunks-for-on-iphone-ai-processing/ App Store Connect offers developers more detailed analytics — image credit: Apple
App Store Connect was launched in 2018 as an improvement on, and a replacement for, the previously long-standingiTunes Connect service. It streamlined how developers could access what App Store data Apple made available, but Apple famously does not release as much a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/developers-finally-get-more-app-store-data-from-apple/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:45:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/developers-finally-get-more-app-store-data-from-apple/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-big-spring-sale-has-kicked-off-so-you-can-start-ringing-in-the-iphone-deals/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:33:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-big-spring-sale-has-kicked-off-so-you-can-start-ringing-in-the-iphone-deals/ M4 iPad Air review: iPad Air is now powered by the M4 chip
Recently, the iPad Air has been simultaneously a compromise and upgrade sitting in the middle of on the iPad roster. It provides users with more performance than they'd get on the base iPad, but without hitting the sometimes-nosebleed pricing of the premium iPad Pro.This is why it's been our recommen]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m4-ipad-air-review-middle-of-the-road-is-the-best-place-to-be/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:24:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m4-ipad-air-review-middle-of-the-road-is-the-best-place-to-be/ Mahsa Alert viewed in a browser
Warning citizens about airstrikes and troop maneuvers are critical during a war. However, sometimes that information isn't being passed out by authorities to the public, simply because there's no system to do that in the first place.With no official warning system for incoming airs]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/theres-an-app-for-that-iranians-monitor-air-strikes-with-crowdsourced-data/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:16:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/theres-an-app-for-that-iranians-monitor-air-strikes-with-crowdsourced-data/ More than 100 new metrics. Now you can access monetization and subscription data in Analytics to better understand the performance of your In-App Purchases and offers.
New cohort capabilities. Analyze user behavior based on common attributes — such as download date, download sour]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-in-app-purchase-and-subscription-data-now-available-in-analytics/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-in-app-purchase-and-subscription-data-now-available-in-analytics/ Gary Oldman in "Slow Horses" — image credit: AppleNine of Apple TV's most acclaimed series have been nominated in two further awards. Following its nominations for the Bafta Film Awards, Apple TV is now also recognized in both Bafta's TV and TV Craft awards.Across these two Bafta awards events, nine Apple TV series have received a total of 15 nominations:]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/nine-apple-tv-shows-nominated-for-uks-bafta-television-awards/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:42:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/nine-apple-tv-shows-nominated-for-uks-bafta-television-awards/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-keep-strangers-from-seeing-your-house-on-google-maps/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:01:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-keep-strangers-from-seeing-your-house-on-google-maps/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/your-complete-guide-to-personalizing-your-iphones-home-screen/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/your-complete-guide-to-personalizing-your-iphones-home-screen/ Get a stainless steel Apple Watch S9 with cellular for just $299 - Image credit: Apple
Originally retailing for $699, the $400 discount on the blowout Apple Watch Series 9 is valid today only at Amazon. The 41mm S9 has GPS + Cellular capability, along with a Silver Stainless Steel Case and Storm Blue Sport Band.Get the $299 Apple Watch deal
Continue Re]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-big-spring-sale-drops-stainless-steel-apple-watch-s9-with-cellular-to-299/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:47:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-big-spring-sale-drops-stainless-steel-apple-watch-s9-with-cellular-to-299/ Ugreen NASync iDX6011 Pro NAS review
Over the years, AppleInsider has seen network-attached storage options grow in scope. Effectively a cut-down computer that focused on storage above all else, the format has evolved to bring more utility.Apps allowed users to do things like run Plex servers]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ugreen-nasync-idx6011-pro-nas-review-the-right-kind-of-overkill/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:53:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ugreen-nasync-idx6011-pro-nas-review-the-right-kind-of-overkill/ Sora will be shuttered by OpenAI
Sora was a video platform formatted like TikTok where people could share their generated videos and swipe through others. The video generation was controversial from the get-go, as users could easily generate videos of copyrighted characters in compromising situations.The platform saw a big]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/generative-video-creator-sora-is-dead-along-with-1-billion-disney-content-deal/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:50:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/generative-video-creator-sora-is-dead-along-with-1-billion-disney-content-deal/ A new software update is available for the Apple Watch 3 and a few other older Apple Watch models.
On Tuesday, alongside the release of the watchOS 26.4 and iOS 18.7.7 updates, new versions of watchOS 5 and watchOS 8 were made available to end users.watchOS 8.8.2 increases the build number to 19U526, up from the preceding 19U512. The release is compatible with]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/watchos-8-and-watchos-5-get-minor-updates-with-imessage-fix/Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:12:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/watchos-8-and-watchos-5-get-minor-updates-with-imessage-fix/ The OpenCore Legacy Patcher is no longer accepting donations, and its future is uncertain.
With every macOS release, Apple ends support for select Mac models. Typically, the iPhone maker discontinues support for machines that are several years old and lack the hardware required for the latest user inter]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/opencore-legacy-patcher-faces-uncertainty-with-the-end-of-intel-mac-support-nearing/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 22:18:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/opencore-legacy-patcher-faces-uncertainty-with-the-end-of-intel-mac-support-nearing/ iPad ProThe updates include iOS 18.7.7, iPadOS 18.7.7, macOS Sequoia 15.7.5, and macOS Sonoma 14.8.5. They close a long list of vulnerabilities across core parts of the system, from networking to the kernel.On iPhone and iPad, the fixes cut across everything from low-level system components to user-facing frameworks. Some bu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-1877-macos-1575-updates-fix-kernel-memory-leaks-amp-webkit-flaws/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:57:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-1877-macos-1575-updates-fix-kernel-memory-leaks-amp-webkit-flaws/ Siri has yet to get its promised upgradesThe Apple Intelligence upgrade of Siri has faced many delays, with the refreshed feature still not living up to Apple's promises. That may all change during WWDC this June, with Apple expected to introduce a bunch of alterations.The big change will be a standalone app for Siri, reports Bloomberg, whic]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-will-finally-get-that-long-awaited-siri-update/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:50:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-will-finally-get-that-long-awaited-siri-update/ visionOS 26.4 adds support for CloudXR
One of the key problems with Apple Vision Pro is its lack of software support. Apple has a serious developer relations problem with the platform, but the visionOS 26.4 update could help address the lack of software.Apple has released visionOS 26.4 to the public, and with it, support f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/nvidia-cloudxr-is-now-available-for-apple-vision-pro-with-the-release-of-visionos-264/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:10:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/nvidia-cloudxr-is-now-available-for-apple-vision-pro-with-the-release-of-visionos-264/ iPadOS 26 - Image Credit: Apple
After four developer beta rounds and a release candidate, Apple has finally brought out its update for iPadOS 26.4. The update, now downloadable to iPads owned by the general public, include Apple's usual collection of bug fixes and performance improvements, as well as a number of feature changes.
Continue Reading on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ipados-264-arrives-with-new-emoji-video-podcast-additions/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:08:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ipados-264-arrives-with-new-emoji-video-podcast-additions/ The iOS 26.4 update is now available to all users.
Following the debut of iOS 26.3 on February 11, Apple has deployed its next major operating system update. Though it doesn't contain the long-overdue Siri overhaul, iOS 26.4 delivers a variety of meaningful upgrades.Core system applications, like Apple Music, Apple Health, Appl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-264-is-here-with-playlist-playground-videos-in-podcasts-new-emoji-more/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:07:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-264-is-here-with-playlist-playground-videos-in-podcasts-new-emoji-more/ macOS Tahoe 26 - Image Credit: Apple
Following the public release of macOS 26.3 in February 2025 with no significant new features, Apple has updated that version twice. Once was to support the new Studio Displays with macOS 26.3.1, and the once more with macOS 26.3.2 with more support for the MacBook Neo.Now those are all superseded with macO]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/still-no-new-siri-in-macos-tahoe-264-but-there-are-bug-fixes-emoji-and-rosetta-2-warnings/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:06:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/still-no-new-siri-in-macos-tahoe-264-but-there-are-bug-fixes-emoji-and-rosetta-2-warnings/ Apple Watch Series 11
As we suspected, watchOS 26.4 hasn't launched with any apparent new features, suggesting that it's geared toward stability improvements and bug fixes. Apple does occasionally release features with minor watchOS updates; typically, its larger releases are where we see anything of note.Like many Apple products, Apple Watch will update on its own over the air. However,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/nows-the-time-to-update-your-apple-watch-to-watchos-264/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:05:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/nows-the-time-to-update-your-apple-watch-to-watchos-264/ Apple's bento box for tvOS 26
As we saw in the beta, Apple has officially removed the iTunes Movies and iTunes TV Shows apps from tvOS 26.4. Consumers can no longer purchase shows or movies through the apps.To make purchases, they'll need to use the Apple TV app directly. Users will also be able to access their previous purchases from the Apple TV app.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discus]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tidies-up-tvos-removing-itunes-movies-tv-shows-in-tvos-264/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:05:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-tidies-up-tvos-removing-itunes-movies-tv-shows-in-tvos-264/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/is-your-iphone-not-showing-siris-modern-glow-heres-how-to-get-it/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/is-your-iphone-not-showing-siris-modern-glow-heres-how-to-get-it/ Save $200 on Apple's upgraded M4 iMac.
Pick up the M4, 24GB, 512GB iMac on Amazon for $1,699, reflecting a $200 discount off MSRP. This model has multiple upgrades, including the M4 chip with a 10-core GPU, 24GB of unified memory, and 512GB of storage.Buy M4 iMac 24GB, 512GB for $1,699
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-200-on-m4-imac-with-24gb-of-ram-ahead-of-amazons-big-spring-sale/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:31:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-200-on-m4-imac-with-24gb-of-ram-ahead-of-amazons-big-spring-sale/ Apple Business Mail
Apple's update to Apple Business Essentials includes an important element regarding communication. It's finally going to bring out business email services.As part of the new Apple Business Essentials, coming April 14, it will allow companies to set up email accounts alongside tools for calendar management and directories. U]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-business-mail-tempts-google-workspace-users-with-free-email/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:31:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-business-mail-tempts-google-workspace-users-with-free-email/ Apple Business coming April 14 | Image credit: Apple
On Tuesday, Apple announced that it would merge all of its enterprise tools into a single platform dubbed Apple Business. And, as a bonus, all of the features will be available for free, starting April 14, in more than 200 countries and regions."Apple Busines]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-business-goes-free-consolidating-business-and-brand-management-tools-in-one-platform/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:09:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-business-goes-free-consolidating-business-and-brand-management-tools-in-one-platform/ Ads will appear in search results on Apple Maps from April 14, 2206 — image credit: Apple
Rumors of ads on Apple Maps first circulated back in 2022, but reports of them arriving recently escalated. Now Apple has confirmed that firms will be able to place local ads in Apple Maps from summer 2026.While the ads are coming t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-maps-ads-are-private-and-launch-in-the-summer/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:54:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-maps-ads-are-private-and-launch-in-the-summer/ Under-screen displays could remove the Dynamic Island, and even introduce features like the return of Touch ID. - Image Credit: Apple
Apple, like other smartphone producers, is always trying to make the optimum form of the smartphone. The all-screen concept relies on Apple getting rid of all intrusive elements from]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-all-screen-iphone-isnt-coming-soon/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:19:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-all-screen-iphone-isnt-coming-soon/ "For All Mankind" gets a sixth and final season
For All Mankind will end with its sixth season, and season five will premiere on March 27. A spinoff is already scheduled, so fans can look forward to more content.Executives mentioned that the sixth season will be the last, but there's a companion series called Star City coming out on May 29. The new s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/for-all-mankind-ends-with-a-newly-announced-season-6-renewal/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:16:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/for-all-mankind-ends-with-a-newly-announced-season-6-renewal/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/honestly-way-wait-these-spring-phone-savings-are-as-good-as-it-gets/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/honestly-way-wait-these-spring-phone-savings-are-as-good-as-it-gets/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/spring-is-finally-here-and-so-are-the-iphone-deals-weve-been-waiting-for/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:55:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/spring-is-finally-here-and-so-are-the-iphone-deals-weve-been-waiting-for/ OS X used to come in boxes
The fact that OS X launched at all on March 24, 2001, was a relief and felt like an achievement if you were a long-time Mac user. Even though that very first "Cheetah" version, 10.0, lacked features and did not lack bugs, it existed and that wasn't something you cou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-launched-its-revolutionary-os-x-25-years-ago/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:45:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-launched-its-revolutionary-os-x-25-years-ago/ Claude's latest update can take more control of your Mac - Image Credit: Anthropic
The majority of activity with AI chatbots has revolved around queries and coding, with a little bit of activity that directly affects your computer. In Anthropic's l]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/anthropics-claude-can-control-your-mac-by-pretending-its-a-human-user/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:29:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/anthropics-claude-can-control-your-mac-by-pretending-its-a-human-user/ iPhone Fold's fall launch will probably shift iPhone 18 into spring 2027 - Image credit: Apple
Bank of America has a generally favorable view of Apple, after shooting its price target up from $270 to $320 in October 2025 over its long-term strategy. Expectations are being curtailed slightly in a recent note to investo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/boa-shaves-apple-share-target-by-5-weirdly-concerned-about-iphone-18-launch-timing/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:15:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/boa-shaves-apple-share-target-by-5-weirdly-concerned-about-iphone-18-launch-timing/ Apple AirTagApple's AirTag helped German police recover a stolen bicycle with a sleeping child on March 24 in Hamburg. Officers tracked the bike to a nearby store within minutes, turning a potential abduction into a short-lived scare.Parents left their four-year-old asleep in a bicycle trailer outside a shop on Kieler Street, expecting a quick stop. When they came back, the bicycle and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/child-abduction-case-ends-quickly-after-airtag-exposes-stolen-bikes-location/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:05:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/child-abduction-case-ends-quickly-after-airtag-exposes-stolen-bikes-location/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-foldable-iphone-design-and-timeline-come-into-focus-as-leaks-mount/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:01:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-foldable-iphone-design-and-timeline-come-into-focus-as-leaks-mount/ Apple TV targeted by TV group
The Apple TV set-top box is likely the best way to access and stream media, but that performance comes at a price. So, like other markets Apple is involved in, consumers trend toward cheaper options.However, because of Apple's control over its ecosystem, it is often grou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/eu-television-giants-demand-regulatory-action-against-big-tech-streaming-hardware/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:58:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/eu-television-giants-demand-regulatory-action-against-big-tech-streaming-hardware/ iPhone Fold's fall launch will probably shift iPhone 18 into spring 2027 - Image credit: Apple
Bank of America has a generally favorable view of Apple, after shooting its price target up from $270 to $320 in October 2025 over its long-term strategy. Expectations are being curtailed slightly in a recent note to investo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/boa-shaves-apple-share-target-by-5-wierdly-concerned-about-iphone-18-launch-timing/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:26:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/boa-shaves-apple-share-target-by-5-wierdly-concerned-about-iphone-18-launch-timing/ Apple TV targeted by TV group
The Apple TV set-top box is likely the best way to access and stream media, but that performance comes at a price. So, like other markets Apple is involved in, consumers trend toward cheaper options.However, because of Apple's control over its ecosystem, it is often grou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/uk-television-giants-demand-regulatory-action-against-big-tech-streaming-hardware/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:21:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/uk-television-giants-demand-regulatory-action-against-big-tech-streaming-hardware/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-cheap-phone-of-2026-you-dont-need-to-pay-a-lot-for-your-next-phone/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:30:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-cheap-phone-of-2026-you-dont-need-to-pay-a-lot-for-your-next-phone/ TP-Link may be affected by latest US ban
Regulators have become increasingly interested in routers after Chinese brands took more than 65% market share during the pandemic. US router makers like Netgear pushed back with lawsuits and lobbying, and it seems to have borne some fruit, though the result may cause problems for everyone.According to a re]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/united-states-fcc-bans-import-of-all-new-foreign-made-consumer-routers/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 03:44:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/united-states-fcc-bans-import-of-all-new-foreign-made-consumer-routers/ Apple TV targeted by TV group
The Apple TV set-top box is likely the best way to access and stream media, but that performance comes at a price. So, like other markets Apple is involved in, consumers trend toward cheaper options.However, because of Apple's control over its ecosystem, it is often grou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/television-giants-team-up-against-dominant-streaming-os-amp-apple-tv/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 02:25:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/television-giants-team-up-against-dominant-streaming-os-amp-apple-tv/ Orico HS500 MetaBox Pro
Network-attached storage (NAS) is more than its hardware, and the number of bays it has. It's simply not possible for anyone to just buy a NAS without having to check out what other features it can do beyond just storage.With AI becoming a hot topic in tech, it's also becoming part of mo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/orico-hs500-metabox-pro-5-nas-review-good-hardware-badly-let-down-by-software/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 01:19:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/orico-hs500-metabox-pro-5-nas-review-good-hardware-badly-let-down-by-software/ The DarkSword exploit targets devices running older versions of iOS 18 and below.
After Coruna, an exploit tool potentially developed by the US government, surfaced on the black market, the same thing happened with another tool, dubbed DarkSword. Now, DarkSword has been made publicly available on GitHub.DarkSword primarily targeted iOS 1]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/you-are-out-of-time-to-update-severe-ios-hack-code-leaks-to-everyone/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:10:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/you-are-out-of-time-to-update-severe-ios-hack-code-leaks-to-everyone/ Apple Store Antara. Image source: Apple
Apple established its official retail presence in Mexico just under a decade ago. The iPhone maker launched its first store in Mexico's Centro Santa Fe mall in 2016, followed by a second retail location in Antara Hall, which opened in 2019.Now, it looks as though Apple will expand its re]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-looks-to-be-planning-a-third-retail-location-in-mexico-city/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 22:45:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-looks-to-be-planning-a-third-retail-location-in-mexico-city/ Image Credit: Grammarly
Recently, I wrote about how Superhuman, the company that owns Grammarly, killed off an unethical feature in its popular grammar checking tool. The feature, known as "expert review," not only taught people how to rip off well-known writers, both alive and dead, but also]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/grammarly-ceo-steps-on-same-rake-over-and-over-in-embarrassing-interview-about-ai-slop/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 22:30:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/grammarly-ceo-steps-on-same-rake-over-and-over-in-embarrassing-interview-about-ai-slop/ iPhone Air
After months of rumors surrounding the so-called failure of the iPhone Air, it is taking a larger role in Apple's lineup than the Plus models have for the last several years. Ookla data published March 22 shows it captures a much bigger share of active devices on the intervet when compared to theiPhone 16 Plus sold the year before.Ookla']]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-air-is-demonstrably-not-a-failure-for-apple/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 21:30:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-air-is-demonstrably-not-a-failure-for-apple/ The University of Texas at Austin has launched a digital ID initiative. Image Credit: University of Texas at Austin.
Apple announced support for digital student ID cards in Apple Wallet at WWDC 2018. The feature rolled out in September of the same year, with the iOS 12 and watchOS 12 updates, and has since been used by various institutions of h]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/students-attending-university-of-texas-in-2027-to-get-ids-in-apple-wallet/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 21:25:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/students-attending-university-of-texas-in-2027-to-get-ids-in-apple-wallet/ Winners of the 2026 Swift Student Challenge will be announced on March 26.
Every year, Apple holds the Swift Student Challenge. The event encourages up-and-coming student developers to practice their craft and lets them win various prizes.In an announcement on Monday, the iPhone maker described the annual event as a program meant to "uplift the next generat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/2026-swift-student-challenge-winners-to-be-announced-on-march-26/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 19:28:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/2026-swift-student-challenge-winners-to-be-announced-on-march-26/ Apple Maps on iPhones
Apple has been rumored to be bringing Google-style search advertising to Apple Maps for quite a few years. Those money-making ads will soon see the light of day.According to sources of Bloomberg on Monday, Apple will make an announcement as soon as March. This will bring ads to search queries within the navigation app, which will operate similar to Google's adv]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-prepares-to-add-search-ads-to-apple-maps/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:39:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-prepares-to-add-search-ads-to-apple-maps/ iPhone Air
Apple's custom C1X modem now matches Qualcomm in real-world performance, according to an Ookla report from March 22. The analysis, based on global Speedtest data from Q4 2025, shows Apple has closed the gap on download speeds.It has also surpassed Qualcomm in latency, though it still trails in some upload scenarios. The progres]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-air-c1x-modem-matches-qualcomm-speed-amp-wins-on-latency/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:32:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-air-c1x-modem-matches-qualcomm-speed-amp-wins-on-latency/ WWDC 2026 is set to mark the debut of iOS 27, a chatbot version of Siri, and more, all at Apple Park.
Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference is held in June each year, at Apple Park in California. The iPhone maker uses its annual event to preview new versions of its major operating systems, such as iOS, iPadOS, and macOS.O]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-to-expect-at-wwdc-2026-ios-27-siri-as-a-chatbot-intels-end-and-more/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:10:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-to-expect-at-wwdc-2026-ios-27-siri-as-a-chatbot-intels-end-and-more/ M5 Pro, M5 Max - Image credit: Apple
The M5 Pro and M5 Max are very powerful chips, but getting that high performance required the engineers to come up with new ways to design the chips in the first place. In the latest releases, Apple actually borrowed an idea from its Ultra line for its M5 chip]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-m5-pro-m5-max-get-using-ultrafusion-architecture-for-performance/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:02:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-m5-pro-m5-max-get-using-ultrafusion-architecture-for-performance/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-june-8-12-2026/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 17:45:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-june-8-12-2026/ Steve Jobs launches the iBook in 1999, one week before the video of him at Apple was recorded — image credit: Apple
As Apple celebrates its 50th anniversary, a video from nearly 30 years ago has surfaced. Released on YouTube by ex-Apple engineer Akira Nonaka, it shows Steve Jobs making a speech one week after the company's successful launch of the i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wi-fi-wouldnt-exist-without-apple-steve-jobs-said-right-after-the-ibook-launched/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 17:13:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wi-fi-wouldnt-exist-without-apple-steve-jobs-said-right-after-the-ibook-launched/ Smart Home Insider Podcast
Our guest host this week is Martin Diamond, founder and CEO of Pawport. Born out of necessity, Pawport is a secure and durable dog door that can help you let your four-legged friends in and out of your house.Pawport can be mounted in a door, in a wall, or even a sheet of gl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-matter-camera-tvos-264-amp-pawport-ceo-martin-diamond-on-smart-home-insider/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:29:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-matter-camera-tvos-264-amp-pawport-ceo-martin-diamond-on-smart-home-insider/ A render of what the iPhone Fold could look like - Image Credit: AppleInsider
The development of the iPhone Fold has been dominated by Apple ensuring it doesn't fall into the same trap as other devices in having screen crease issues. If a Monday claim is true, Apple is also protecting the display from the iPhone Fold's physical hardware, too.In a Mo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/folding-iphone-rumored-to-get-new-glass-sandwich-screen-to-prevent-damage/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/folding-iphone-rumored-to-get-new-glass-sandwich-screen-to-prevent-damage/ Tim Cook speaking at the 2019 China Development Forum — image credit: CDF
Cook was in China in part for the concert celebrating Apple's 50th anniversary, but he also returned to the annual China Development Forum. He's previously been one of the few American CEOs to attend, and as spotted by Bloomberg, he once more used his speech to talk positively]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/cook-praises-chinese-developers-as-government-presses-for-open-app-store/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 13:18:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/cook-praises-chinese-developers-as-government-presses-for-open-app-store/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-24-essential-ios-changes-thatll-make-your-iphone-feel-100-times-smarter/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 13:01:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-24-essential-ios-changes-thatll-make-your-iphone-feel-100-times-smarter/ M5 Pro, M5 Max - Image credit: Apple
The M5 Pro and M5 Max are very powerful chips, but getting that high performance required the engineers to come up with new ways to design the chips in the first place. In the latest releases, Apple actually borrowed an idea from its Ultra line for its M5 chip pac]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-m5-pro-m5-max-get-using-vertically-stacked-dies-for-performance/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 12:54:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-m5-pro-m5-max-get-using-vertically-stacked-dies-for-performance/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/spring-is-a-great-time-for-an-iphone-upgrade-and-these-deals-prove-it/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 12:53:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/spring-is-a-great-time-for-an-iphone-upgrade-and-these-deals-prove-it/ Apple Park is to host an elaborate 50th anniversary party
The anniversary celebrations were started by Tim Cook writing an open letter about Apple's five decades, and since then events have followed in New York, China, South Korea, France, and Thailand. More are expected in the UK, Canada, and Australia, but probably the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/elaborate-50th-anniversary-party-to-be-held-at-apple-park/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 12:13:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/elaborate-50th-anniversary-party-to-be-held-at-apple-park/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/you-dont-have-to-wait-to-save-hundreds-on-a-new-phone-grab-these-early-spring-deals-now/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 12:04:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/you-dont-have-to-wait-to-save-hundreds-on-a-new-phone-grab-these-early-spring-deals-now/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-lazy-way-to-reclaim-your-iphone-storage-without-losing-a-single-photo/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 03:30:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-lazy-way-to-reclaim-your-iphone-storage-without-losing-a-single-photo/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/9-ways-to-stop-dropping-calls-without-buying-a-brand-new-phone-2/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 02:30:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/9-ways-to-stop-dropping-calls-without-buying-a-brand-new-phone-2/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/9-ways-to-stop-dropping-calls-without-buying-a-brand-new-phone/Mon, 23 Mar 2026 02:30:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/9-ways-to-stop-dropping-calls-without-buying-a-brand-new-phone/ MotionVFX, AirPods Max 2, and a performance in China.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.This week, Apple lost in court but avoided another Apple Watch ban]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-motionvfx-celebrations-and-questionable-updates/Sun, 22 Mar 2026 21:29:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-motionvfx-celebrations-and-questionable-updates/ The entry-level iPad may finally get Apple Intelligence support soon.Apple's release schedule has been busy for the earliest months of the year. However, after having already moved iPad Pro to M5 and doing a similar M4 update to the iPad Air in March, Apple can now turn its attention to the lower end of the range.According to Mark Gurman in Sunday's]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ipad-with-a18-chip-on-schedule-for-launch-in-early-2026/Sun, 22 Mar 2026 14:49:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ipad-with-a18-chip-on-schedule-for-launch-in-early-2026/ External drives are now more expensive to buy from Apple.The tech industry is dealing with a crisis of supply and demand, with the needs of AI infrastructure buildouts consuming masses of memory and storage. While the main discussion has been about how Apple is faring on the supply chain side of things, it seems retail is being affected at a much faster rate.Wr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-raises-external-storage-prices-as-ai-consumes-everything/Sun, 22 Mar 2026 14:08:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-raises-external-storage-prices-as-ai-consumes-everything/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-iphone-20-all-we-know-about-the-buttonless-all-glass-redesign-coming-in-2027/Sun, 22 Mar 2026 13:01:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-iphone-20-all-we-know-about-the-buttonless-all-glass-redesign-coming-in-2027/ The Apple Store in IrvineThe 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-chinese-national-sentenced-in-apple-counterfeiting-case/Sun, 22 Mar 2026 12:10:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/crime-blotter-chinese-national-sentenced-in-apple-counterfeiting-case/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-2631-a-what-to-know-about-apples-first-background-security-improvement/Sun, 22 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-2631-a-what-to-know-about-apples-first-background-security-improvement/ Amazon's $949 15-inch MacBook Air deal matches the lowest price ever.
The blowout $949 deal at Amazon reflects a $250 discount off the original MSRP on the M4 15-inch MacBook Air with 16GB of unified memory and 256GB of storage.Buy 15" MacBook Air M4 for $949
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-949-15-inch-macbook-air-deal-hits-lowest-price-ever-ahead-of-big-spring-sale/Sat, 21 Mar 2026 17:05:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-949-15-inch-macbook-air-deal-hits-lowest-price-ever-ahead-of-big-spring-sale/ Halide for iOS
Apple's acquisitions are big news, but discussions are typically held with utmost secrecy, as per Apple's usual way of operating. While confirmations of acquisitions often surface after they have been agreed upon by both sides, it's rare to find out about failed acquisition atte]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-wanted-to-buy-halide-co-founder-lawsuit-reveals/Sat, 21 Mar 2026 15:50:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-wanted-to-buy-halide-co-founder-lawsuit-reveals/ Halide for iOS
Apple's acquisitions are big news, but discussions are typically held with utmost secrecy, as per Apple's usual way of operating. While confirmations of acquisitions often surface after they have been agreed upon by both sides, it's rare to find out about failed acquisition atte]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-wanted-to-buy-halide-co-founder-lawsuit-fight-reveals/Sat, 21 Mar 2026 15:48:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-wanted-to-buy-halide-co-founder-lawsuit-fight-reveals/ The M5 Max MacBook Pro should be the ultimate gaming laptop, but it isn't
The new M5 Max MacBook Pro might be Apple's fastest-ever Mac. It's still a terrible buy for anyone serious about gaming.In truth, the 16-inch MacBook Pro should be a beast of a gaming laptop. It has a glorious, huge, bright, and colorful displa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-gaming-is-better-than-ever-and-it-still-sucks/Fri, 20 Mar 2026 17:43:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-gaming-is-better-than-ever-and-it-still-sucks/ OpenAI wants its desktop app to have more functions
OpenAI wants to merge ChatGPT, Codex, and a browser into one desktop app centered on agentic AI. Naturally, the focus is on desktop platforms and the ChatGPT app on iPhone will stay the same as a result.An app like that behaves very differently]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/chatgpt-wants-a-do-it-all-super-app-but-apple-will-probably-stand-in-the-way/Fri, 20 Mar 2026 16:36:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/chatgpt-wants-a-do-it-all-super-app-but-apple-will-probably-stand-in-the-way/ Nobody saw it coming but the new AirPods Max is here — image credit: Apple
Just when you thought Apple was done with product launches in March — and just when you thought it would never update the AirPods Max — it went and did it. The new AirPods Max brings everything users]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-max-macbook-neo-and-family-sharing-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 20 Mar 2026 16:18:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-max-macbook-neo-and-family-sharing-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/ Apple's latest MacBook Pro, MacBook Air and especially MacBook Neo are breaking recordds
Apple CEO Tim Cook is currently travelling the world as the company celebrates its anniversary, and so far seemingly hasn't had enough time to post his usual photos on social media. But he has now taken to X to celebrate how well Apple's recent]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-just-broke-launch-week-records-for-new-mac-users/Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:54:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-just-broke-launch-week-records-for-new-mac-users/ Blackberry phones are long gone, but the technology behind them is still the subject of patent disputes
Blackberry phones stopped working back in 2022, but the company sold off its patents and already been doing licensing deals. Now according to Courthouse News, patent law firms want details of those licenses.Apple has go]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/blackberrys-ghost-still-haunts-apple-in-lawsuits-that-have-nothing-to-do-with-them/Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:25:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/blackberrys-ghost-still-haunts-apple-in-lawsuits-that-have-nothing-to-do-with-them/ MacBook Neo review: A18 Pro is more than enough compute
Apple is no stranger to attempting new and interesting budget products like the entry iPhone 17e or base iPad. While it thrives in the premium market, Apple's best sellers are at the bottom of the lineup, and that bottom just dropped again for the MacBook.MacBook Neo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macbook-neo-review-the-new-king-of-budget-laptops/Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:18:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macbook-neo-review-the-new-king-of-budget-laptops/ GhostClaw is spreading across GitHub
Jamf researchers tracked the campaign's shift from npm packages to GitHub repositories and AI-assisted development environments. The payload, a macOS infostealer, blends into expected behavior rather than exploiting software.Developers regularly pull code from GitHub, follow READ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ghostclaw-turns-github-habits-into-a-macos-malware-pipeline/Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ghostclaw-turns-github-habits-into-a-macos-malware-pipeline/ Five notable U.S. companies founded the same year as Apple
While Apple turns 50 this year, it wasn't the only company founded in 1976 to push into uncharted territory. From biotechnology and personal computing to craft beer a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-wasnt-alone-in-1976-these-companies-helped-define-an-era/Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:52:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-wasnt-alone-in-1976-these-companies-helped-define-an-era/ Rivals to Apple Intelligence are paying Apple up $1bn in App Store fees
It's still a fallacy that Apple is behind on AI, but it is certainly true that its Apple Intelligence-powered Siri has yet to materialize. But while it has no AI chatbot of its own, Apple is profiting handsomely from all of others.According to the Wall]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/behind-on-siri-apple-makes-a-billion-dollars-from-rival-ai-apps/Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:31:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/behind-on-siri-apple-makes-a-billion-dollars-from-rival-ai-apps/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-you-dont-like-your-iphones-liquid-glass-design-heres-how-to-change-it/Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-you-dont-like-your-iphones-liquid-glass-design-heres-how-to-change-it/ iPhone Fold could launch in December
Many rumors point to the iPhone Fold launching in late 2026 alongside the iPhone 18 Pro, though no parts have leaked yet. It will be an incredibly expensive device and Apple's first attempt at a foldable.A note from Barclays analyst Tim Long, viewed by MacRumors suggests the iPhone Fold will release i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sketchy-iphone-fold-launch-timing-shared-by-analyst-with-shaky-history/Thu, 19 Mar 2026 21:47:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sketchy-iphone-fold-launch-timing-shared-by-analyst-with-shaky-history/ Macs could finally get a Gemini app
Apple and Google have always been uneasy partners. Google Maps predated Apple Maps on iPhone, and Google is always slow to adopt new Apple APIs in its apps.Some of that has shifted in Apple's favor since the Gemini partnership was announced. First, a native YouTub]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/google-finally-bringing-gemini-app-to-mac-after-apple-partnership/Thu, 19 Mar 2026 21:09:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/google-finally-bringing-gemini-app-to-mac-after-apple-partnership/ Apple advises iPhone users about iOS 15 update
Apple revealed on March 19 that malicious web content can exploit older iOS versions and expose personal data through compromised sites or unsafe links. Apple released security updates on March 11 for both newer and older devices, including iOS 15.8.7 and iOS 16.7.15.Users on iOS 13 or iOS 14 should upgrade]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-isnt-safe-on-old-ios-anymore-update-to-at-least-ios-15-now/Thu, 19 Mar 2026 20:18:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-isnt-safe-on-old-ios-anymore-update-to-at-least-ios-15-now/ Apple Health can now be connected to Perplexity Health, but don't do it.
The Perplexity Health feature was announced via a blog post that detailed what users can expect. That includes the many ways users are able to feed data into its AI model, including using their Apple Health data.Alongside Apple Health, Perplexity's "suite of connectors" can]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/perplexitys-new-ai-health-feature-includes-apple-health-integration-nobody-should-use/Thu, 19 Mar 2026 19:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/perplexitys-new-ai-health-feature-includes-apple-health-integration-nobody-should-use/ Hermes' new charging station can wirelessly power two things at once
If that figure sounds like a lot to pay for a charger, consider this. You could buy eight $599 MacBook Neo laptops (check prices) and still have money left over for a new Apple Watch instead.Alternatively, the iPhone 17 Pro Max is the most costly thing you'll charge with this thing. You could b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-hermes-wireless-charger-costs-four-times-more-than-the-iphone-youll-charge-on-it/Thu, 19 Mar 2026 17:30:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-hermes-wireless-charger-costs-four-times-more-than-the-iphone-youll-charge-on-it/ The dispute concerns the blood pulse oximeter in the Apple Watch
In the now six year-long legal battle between medical technology firm Masimo and Apple, this particular appeal concerns a ruling by the International Trade Commission (ITC). The ITC ruled that Apple had stolen trade secrets]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/masimo-wins-hollow-victory-over-apple-watchs-blood-oxygen-sensors/Thu, 19 Mar 2026 17:11:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/masimo-wins-hollow-victory-over-apple-watchs-blood-oxygen-sensors/ Grab the best price of 2026 on Apple AirPods Pro 3.
Apple AirPods Pro 3 are on sale for $199.99 at Amazon today, reflecting the lowest price seen in March 2026.Buy AirPods Pro 3 for $199.99
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-drops-airpods-4-to-99-airpods-pro-3-to-199-in-todays-earbuds-sale/Thu, 19 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-drops-airpods-4-to-99-airpods-pro-3-to-199-in-todays-earbuds-sale/ All of France's anniversary celebrations are at its Apple Champs-Elysees store in Paris — image credit: Apple
Following South Korea's lead with K-Pop band Cortis performing and talking at a special Today at Apple session, Apple France has announced four new events. All four are to be held at the Apple Store on Paris's Champ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-france-leans-on-fashion-amp-fictitious-radio-station-in-50th-anniversary-celebration/Thu, 19 Mar 2026 14:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-france-leans-on-fashion-amp-fictitious-radio-station-in-50th-anniversary-celebration/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ready-for-an-upgrade-these-16-early-spring-deals-on-the-iphone-17-are-solid/Thu, 19 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ready-for-an-upgrade-these-16-early-spring-deals-on-the-iphone-17-are-solid/ M5 Max 16-inch MacBook Pro review: Apple's top-tier portable Mac
The MacBook Air has always been one of my favorite machines. It's so thin, light — perfect for hauling anywhere you need to go.Most of my work, though, is in video production and image editing. The MacBook Air is extremely challen]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m5-max-16-inch-macbook-pro-review-portable-mac-studio-power/Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:13:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m5-max-16-inch-macbook-pro-review-portable-mac-studio-power/ Tim Cook (right) with YouTuber Nikias Molina — image credit: Nikias Molina
Cook has most recently been seen promoting the anniversary in China, but his tour began back on March 13, 2026, when he attended the Alicia Keys concert at Apple Grand Central in New York. Now an interview recorded]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/theres-so-much-more-we-can-do-with-iphone-says-tim-cook/Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:09:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/theres-so-much-more-we-can-do-with-iphone-says-tim-cook/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/your-iphone-or-android-phone-can-last-years-longer-if-you-do-this/Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:01:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/your-iphone-or-android-phone-can-last-years-longer-if-you-do-this/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/getting-a-new-iphone-soon-turn-off-this-setting-on-your-old-device-first/Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:01:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/getting-a-new-iphone-soon-turn-off-this-setting-on-your-old-device-first/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-264-should-bring-these-fun-new-emoji-to-your-iphone-soon/Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-264-should-bring-these-fun-new-emoji-to-your-iphone-soon/ Viwoods AiPaper
The e-book reader market is growing, with plenty of companies offering their own takes on the genre.Some, like most of Boox's lineup, offer an option that lies somewhere between a Kindle and an iPad. Others, like Durobo's Krono, want you to focus on portability over all else.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/viwoods-aipaper-e-reader-review-a-damn-fine-digital-notebook/Thu, 19 Mar 2026 02:49:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/viwoods-aipaper-e-reader-review-a-damn-fine-digital-notebook/ Apple accused of using 'The Pile' for AI training yet again
Artificial intelligence is a term that has virtually lost all meaning because of its being applied to everything. In that sense, it seems a lawsuit has mistakenly included Apple when it has previously deni]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ai-training-lawsuit-drags-apple-in-yet-again-for-alleged-use-of-pirated-book-dataset/Wed, 18 Mar 2026 22:06:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ai-training-lawsuit-drags-apple-in-yet-again-for-alleged-use-of-pirated-book-dataset/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/you-can-download-ios-264-rc-developer-beta-on-your-iphone-right-now/Wed, 18 Mar 2026 20:27:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/you-can-download-ios-264-rc-developer-beta-on-your-iphone-right-now/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/you-can-download-ios-264-on-your-iphone-right-now/Wed, 18 Mar 2026 20:27:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/you-can-download-ios-264-on-your-iphone-right-now/ Apple updates payments for Family Sharing
For years, Family Sharing forced everyone into a single payment method whenever purchase sharing was enabled. The approach worked for traditional households, but it created friction for anyone sharing with friends, partners, or extended family.One person effectively became]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/family-sharing-no-longer-means-sharing-a-credit-card-in-ios-264/Wed, 18 Mar 2026 19:55:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/family-sharing-no-longer-means-sharing-a-credit-card-in-ios-264/ Apple quashes keyboard bug that lead to decreased accuracy in iOS 26
Many iPhone users have been complaining that the iOS keyboard has gotten worse in iOS 26. For many users, typing quickly would cause the software to miss characters.While it would appear that the user had tapped the character, it ultimately would fail to insert into the text field.
Continue Reading on AppleInsid]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/keyboard-accuracy-bug-quashed-in-ios-264/Wed, 18 Mar 2026 19:50:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/keyboard-accuracy-bug-quashed-in-ios-264/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-riffs-on-retirement-rumors-ai-phone-addiction-and-trump/Wed, 18 Mar 2026 19:41:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-riffs-on-retirement-rumors-ai-phone-addiction-and-trump/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-big-spring-sale-means-iphone-deals-are-heating-up-right-now/Wed, 18 Mar 2026 19:36:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-big-spring-sale-means-iphone-deals-are-heating-up-right-now/ Perplexity search interface
The release follows a short prelaunch period with App Store listings and a March window. It builds on earlier versions on Mac and other platforms that positioned Comet closer to an AI interface than a conventional browser.On iPhone, the focus shifts toward working with the infor]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/perplexitys-comet-ai-powered-browser-arrives-on-iphone-with-a-new-surfing-paradigm/Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:42:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/perplexitys-comet-ai-powered-browser-arrives-on-iphone-with-a-new-surfing-paradigm/ Save $300 on remaining Apple Watch Ultra 2 styles at Amazon - Image credit: Apple
The $499 deal at Amazon delivers the lowest price ever on the last-gen 49mm wearable with a titanium case.Buy Apple Watch Ultra 2 for $499
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-is-blowing-out-remaining-apple-watch-ultra-2-inventory-at-499/Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:40:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-is-blowing-out-remaining-apple-watch-ultra-2-inventory-at-499/ Apple's hardware that works with the 26-generation operating systems - Image Credit: Apple
The release candidate builds for iOS 26.4, iPadOS 26.4, watchOS 26.4, tvOS 26.4, macOS 26.4, and visionOS 26.4 arrive after the fourth developer betas, which were brought on on March 9. The third landed on Ma]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/rc-builds-of-ios-264-macos-264-arrive-as-release-draws-near/Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:31:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/rc-builds-of-ios-264-macos-264-arrive-as-release-draws-near/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-amazon-big-spring-sale-is-ringing-up-the-best-phone-deals-helping-you-save-hundreds/Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:22:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-amazon-big-spring-sale-is-ringing-up-the-best-phone-deals-helping-you-save-hundreds/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-2631-a-apples-first-background-security-improvement-fixes-this-on-your-iphone/Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:40:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-2631-a-apples-first-background-security-improvement-fixes-this-on-your-iphone/ iPhone Air
A new and severe attack vector focused on iPhones paired two different vulnerabilities into one. The "DarkSword" attack started with malicious web content in Safari, and ended with full kernel control, allowing attackers to break out of browser protections and access core parts of the system.With that level of access, attackers can read messages and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-severe-and-international-iphone-hack-is-the-best-reason-to-update-to-ios-263-yet/Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:39:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-severe-and-international-iphone-hack-is-the-best-reason-to-update-to-ios-263-yet/ Vibe coding is OK in Xcode, but not in some apps in the App Store
Vibe coding has become a phenomenon that enables non-coders the ability to create apps, by harnessing AI. However, while making apps is now much easier for the uninitiated, Apple is working to prevent some forms of vibe coding from taking place.In an in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bad-vibes-apple-blocks-updates-for-some-ai-coding-apps-in-the-app-store/Wed, 18 Mar 2026 15:16:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bad-vibes-apple-blocks-updates-for-some-ai-coding-apps-in-the-app-store/ Musi loses its lawsuit over App Store removal
Apps are removed from the App Store for many reasons, some less clear than others. However, a judge just ruled that Apple can remove an app from the App Store, "with or without cause."It's a significant win for]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/musi-lawyers-hand-apple-big-win-judge-rules-apps-can-be-delisted-with-or-without-cause/Wed, 18 Mar 2026 14:52:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/musi-lawyers-hand-apple-big-win-judge-rules-apps-can-be-delisted-with-or-without-cause/ Tim Cook in China — image credit: Star News on YouTube
Continuing the series of worldwide events marking Apple's 50the anniversary, the Apple Chengdu Taikoo Li store in China has hosted a concert by Chris Lee. Lee, also known as Li Yuchun, performed on a specially constructed multi-level stage outside the store, featuring elevating platforms, and a dozen dance]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-dashes-over-to-china-for-the-latest-apple-anniversary-concert/Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:12:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-dashes-over-to-china-for-the-latest-apple-anniversary-concert/ K-Pop band Cortis — image credit: Apple
Following both the Alicia Keys concert in New York and Chris Lee in China, Apple's celebrations changed gear to offer a rather different musical performance in South Korea. Instead of solely a concert, South Korean boy band Cortis presented a special Today at Apple talk at Apple Myeongdong in Seoul.In translation, A]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/south-korea-hosts-k-pop-stars-cortis-for-apple-anniversary-event/Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:26:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/south-korea-hosts-k-pop-stars-cortis-for-apple-anniversary-event/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-needs-to-launch-its-foldable-iphone-flip-in-2026-heres-why/Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:01:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-needs-to-launch-its-foldable-iphone-flip-in-2026-heres-why/ Musi loses its lawsuit over App Store removal
Apps are removed from the App Store for many reasons, some less clear than others. However, a judge just ruled that Apple can remove an app from the App Store, "with or without cause."It's a significant win for Apple that sets precedence for future potential lawsuits. US District Judge]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/musi-hands-apple-big-win-as-judge-rules-apps-can-be-delisted-with-or-without-cause/Wed, 18 Mar 2026 01:01:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/musi-hands-apple-big-win-as-judge-rules-apps-can-be-delisted-with-or-without-cause/ Apple Home executive departs for Oura. Image source: Apple
Like any company in Silicon Valley, Apple sees employee churn up and down its chain of command. Even executives depart for better pay or opportunities when they feel like it's time to move on from Apple.According to a report from Bloomberg, the latest departure is Brian Lyn]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-home-hardware-chief-leaves-for-oura/Tue, 17 Mar 2026 23:40:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-home-hardware-chief-leaves-for-oura/ Apple has fixed a WebKit bug for Safari and other browsers
Apple released a Background Security Improvement on March 17 for iOS 26.3.1, iPadOS 26.3.1, macOS 26.3.1, and macOS 26.3.2. The update fixes a WebKit flaw that could let a malicious website bypass a key browser security rule.The company said the issue was caused by a cross-origin problem in the Nav]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-latest-background-security-improvement-targets-a-webkit-flaw/Tue, 17 Mar 2026 21:26:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-latest-background-security-improvement-targets-a-webkit-flaw/ A torn-down iPhone 17e - Image Credit: iFixit
The traditional third-party teardowns following Apple's hardware releases usually show where the company has made big changes to its product designs. In the case of the iPhone 17e, the latest by the repair mavens at iFixit also shows just how similar it is to the previous]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-17e-teardown-shows-you-can-switch-most-parts-with-an-iphone-16e/Tue, 17 Mar 2026 20:55:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-17e-teardown-shows-you-can-switch-most-parts-with-an-iphone-16e/ MacBook Air [left], MacBook Neo [center], MacBook Pro [right]
Apple's catalog of products is set up to provide consumers with both something that fits their budget, and an upgrade path that seems very close together. This ranges from a value-focused device like the new MacBook Neo to the bank-busting side with th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macbook-neo-macbook-air-macbook-pro-which-to-buy-in-early-2026/Tue, 17 Mar 2026 18:51:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macbook-neo-macbook-air-macbook-pro-which-to-buy-in-early-2026/ Get the lowest price ever on Apple's M5 MacBook Pro with 1TB SSD - Image credit: Apple
The record-breaking $1,499.99 deal can be found at Amazon, reflecting a $200 discount on Apple's new MSRP of $1,699 (previously $1,799).Buy 1TB M5 MacBook Pro for $1,499
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-1tb-m5-macbook-pro-hits-all-time-low-1499-price/Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:49:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-1tb-m5-macbook-pro-hits-all-time-low-1499-price/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-developer-is-now-on-bilibili-and-linkedin/Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:30:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-developer-is-now-on-bilibili-and-linkedin/ Just as Steve Jobs (right) was succeeded by Tim Cook (left), so there have to already be plans for the next Apple CEO — image credit: Apple
It was actually a direct quote Cook gave The New York Times back in 2021, saying he would "probably not" still be at Apple]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-denies-imminent-retirement-rumors-cant-imagine-life-without-apple/Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-denies-imminent-retirement-rumors-cant-imagine-life-without-apple/ Apple and Save the Music help bring music to struggling schools
Arts programs are often the first to feel the effects when school funding falls through. And, as the Trump Administration continues to deprioritize arts education, many school music programs are headed for the chopping block.On Tuesday, Apple CEO Tim Co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-scales-up-its-partnership-with-save-the-music/Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:33:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-scales-up-its-partnership-with-save-the-music/ Tim Cook on "Good Morning America" — image credit: ABC
Following his open letter celebrating Apple's 50th anniversary, Tim Cook has now talked to ABC's Michael Strahan on Good Morning America about whether he'll retire soon, and just how he thinks Apple works in the world. Asked about Apple's biggest contribution to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-continues-apples-50th-anniversary-victory-lap-in-new-interview/Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:12:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-continues-apples-50th-anniversary-victory-lap-in-new-interview/ Limited-edition Powerbeats Pro 2
The limited-edition Powerbeats Pro 2 marks Beats' first hardware partnership. The release leans on design and marketing, even as it ties more closely into Apple's fitness ecosystem.Beats announced the collaboration on March 17. The company describes it as a crossover between sports, culture, and perfor]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-powerbeats-pro-2-amp-nike-collaboration-is-only-skin-deep/Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:06:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-powerbeats-pro-2-amp-nike-collaboration-is-only-skin-deep/ The Aqara G350 is the first camera to ship with Matter 1.5 support
After being previewed at CES 2026, the Aqara G400 video doorbell and Aqara G350 indoor camera are both available to purchase. The G350 has the honor of being the very first camera to be certified Matter compatible.Even though cameras were added to the Matter spec in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-first-matter-camera-has-arrived-but-apple-users-wont-notice/Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:44:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-first-matter-camera-has-arrived-but-apple-users-wont-notice/ iPhone 17e doesn't have LTPO, but iPhone 19e could
The display is an extremely important part of mobile devices, and requires a lot of development and planning ahead of its use. Following the introduction of the iPhone 17e, we now have rumors about the display that should be used in the iPhone 19e.Sources of ZDNet Korea say that Apple is c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/always-on-display-may-come-to-iphone-19e-in-2028/Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:41:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/always-on-display-may-come-to-iphone-19e-in-2028/ China is escalating pressure on Apple
China's ruling party newspaper, the People's Daily, said on March 17 that Apple should ease what it called "monopolistic" policies. The editorial followed Apple's move to cut its App Store commission in mainland China from 30% to 25%.Chinese officials framed the move as a result]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/app-store-fees-drop-in-china-amp-beijing-immediately-asks-for-more/Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:01:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/app-store-fees-drop-in-china-amp-beijing-immediately-asks-for-more/ Dancers rehearsing ahead of a performance outside Apple Taikoo Li Chengdu — image credit: Chengdu City CDC
Apple promised a series of events celebrating the company's half century, and those began in New York City with a concert by Alicia Keys at Apple Grand Central. Now Chinese social media is starting to show]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-next-50th-anniversary-concert-is-probably-in-china/Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:58:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-next-50th-anniversary-concert-is-probably-in-china/ MacBook Neo secures its camera in software
For the right audience, the MacBook Neo is a superb buy, plus you can repair it, you can even modify it a little. But reportedly, what you can't do is hijack the camera even though the MacBook Neo lacks the usual hardware indicator light.John Gruber repor]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-apple-secures-macbook-neos-camera-indicator-without-a-hardware-light/Tue, 17 Mar 2026 12:47:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-apple-secures-macbook-neos-camera-indicator-without-a-hardware-light/ iPhone 5
The company updated its vintage and obsolete products list on March 16, moving the iPhone 5 and 8GB iPhone 4 out of vintage status. The iPhone 5 holds more weight due to its role as the first iPhone with a Lightning port.Apple will no longer provide hardware service or supply parts for the iPhone 5 through its retail stores or authorized repair network. Effectively, it en]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-5-reaches-the-end-of-the-line-as-apple-declares-it-obsolete/Mon, 16 Mar 2026 21:01:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-5-reaches-the-end-of-the-line-as-apple-declares-it-obsolete/ MacBook Neo
Every modern processor slows down when heat builds up, so better cooling can extend higher clock speeds. A post on the r/MacbookNeo subreddit says the MacBook Neo's A18 Pro chip previously dropped to about 2.3 GHz under load but held around 3.3 GHz after the change.Two stacked thermal pads are positioned between the processor's heat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macbook-neo-can-be-modded-to-run-faster-but-you-probably-shouldnt/Mon, 16 Mar 2026 19:47:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macbook-neo-can-be-modded-to-run-faster-but-you-probably-shouldnt/ Smart Home Insider Podcast
Jennifer Pattison Tuohy from The Verge sits in on the podcast for the first time in 2026. She's been a journalist for over three decades and covers all kinds of smart home tech.We start the episode in one of Jennifer's areas of expertise, Amazon Alexa+. A new report from Wired suggests]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sonos-finally-returns-to-hardware-with-jennifer-tuohy-on-smart-home-insider/Mon, 16 Mar 2026 19:29:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sonos-finally-returns-to-hardware-with-jennifer-tuohy-on-smart-home-insider/ Get Apple's iPad 11 for just $299 at Amazon.
Steeper discounts on Apple's iPad line are in effect at Amazon as March hits the midway point, with Apple's 11-inch iPad available for $299 thanks to a $50 discount in three colors.Buy iPad 11 for $299
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-drops-apples-ipad-11-to-299-with-march-markdowns/Mon, 16 Mar 2026 18:13:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-drops-apples-ipad-11-to-299-with-march-markdowns/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/my-best-iphone-hack-turn-off-your-camera-control-button-for-good-heres-how/Mon, 16 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/my-best-iphone-hack-turn-off-your-camera-control-button-for-good-heres-how/ MotionVFX makes it possible to subtly edit footage in Final Cut Pro with new effects — image credit: MotionVFX
One of the benefits of Apple bundling its professional audio and video tools into Apple Creator Studio has been the assumption that they will get updated more. Now with the acquisition of MotionVFX, it's certain that Final C]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/motionvfx-acquisition-hints-at-new-final-cut-pro-features-on-ipad/Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:34:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/motionvfx-acquisition-hints-at-new-final-cut-pro-features-on-ipad/ Image credit: TCS London Marathon
On April 26, athletes from all over the world will gather to participate in the 2026 TCS London Marathon. This year, Apple has been honored as the Official Performance Technology Partner."The London Marathon is one of the world's greatest sporting events and a powerful celebration of the global running community," Jay Blahnik, A]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-is-the-tcs-london-marathon-official-performance-technology-product-partner/Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:10:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-is-the-tcs-london-marathon-official-performance-technology-product-partner/ AirPods Max and AirPods Max 2
In Apple's AirPods range, the earbud-based versions have received the most updates. There have been multiple generations of AirPods and AirPods Pro released over the years, with each bringing in new features to the lines.By contrast, Apple has largely steered clear of the AirPods Max. The premium over-ear headphones h]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-max-2-vs-airpods-max-premium-personal-audio-compared/Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:55:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-max-2-vs-airpods-max-premium-personal-audio-compared/ Maybe Liquid Glass is controversial on Macs and iPhones, but you'd still buy one of these Apple Park models if you could — image credit: Apple
It's not at all true that everyone hates Apple's Liquid Glass redesign. What is true is that right now, it's in flux and being changed.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/liquid-glass-is-divisive-now-but-apple-knows-where-its-going/Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:22:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/liquid-glass-is-divisive-now-but-apple-knows-where-its-going/ AirPods Max 2 - Image Credit: Apple
The original AirPods Max arrived in December 2020, but aside from a minor refresh in 2024 with some new colors and USB-C, it hasn't received any real changes. On March 16, Apple changed that.Going by the name AirPods Max 2, the premium personal audio accessory looks like the originals]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-max-2-arrive-with-better-anc-live-translation-and-more/Mon, 16 Mar 2026 14:18:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-max-2-arrive-with-better-anc-live-translation-and-more/ iPhone 17e
The 2025 launch of the iPhone 16e was a big change for Apple's iPhone lineup at the value end of the scale. While Apple stayed with the budget concept as a whole, the iPhone 16e wasn't quite the same scale as how the iPhone SE started out, and finished.For a price difference of $170 between the iPhone SE 3 and the th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-17e-review-welcome-improvements-at-apples-lower-end/Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:33:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-17e-review-welcome-improvements-at-apples-lower-end/ Apple co-founder Ronald Wayne at the Computer History Museum — image credit: CHM
Apple was founded by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne — but Wayne left after 12 days. Now at a Computer History Museum celebration for Apple's 50]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-story-about-how-the-third-apple-founder-sold-out-for-800-isnt-quite-right/Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:19:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-story-about-how-the-third-apple-founder-sold-out-for-800-isnt-quite-right/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-17e-review-magnetically-appealing-and-pink/Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-17e-review-magnetically-appealing-and-pink/ Brad Pitt stars in Apple's original film F1. Image credit: Scott Garfield/Warner Bros/Apple Original Films
Following its four Oscar nominations — including for Best Picture — "F1" has beaten fellow nominees including "Sinners" and "One Battle After Another" for the Best Sound award at the 98th Academy Awards.It's yet another win for the film's soun]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/f1-the-movie-is-now-an-oscar-winning-hit/Mon, 16 Mar 2026 12:04:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/f1-the-movie-is-now-an-oscar-winning-hit/ Sunday Reboot: AVP, Alicia Keys, and Ads on TikTok
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.This week, Apple had a new App Tracking Transparency on its]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-alicia-keys-social-oddness-and-avp-in-the-air/Sun, 15 Mar 2026 21:32:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-alicia-keys-social-oddness-and-avp-in-the-air/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/put-an-apple-watch-series-10-on-your-wrist-for-as-little-as-199/Sun, 15 Mar 2026 21:30:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/put-an-apple-watch-series-10-on-your-wrist-for-as-little-as-199/ We're still waiting for New Siri...
Apple was thought to be preparing its big update to Siri for a developer beta of iOS 26.4, as well as similar betas for macOS Tahoe and iPadOS 26.4. With it not visible in the developer beta builds at this late stage, the next probable launch time for it will be during WWDC in June.However, S]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-and-refined-liquid-glass-controls-on-the-docket-for-wwdc-2026/Sun, 15 Mar 2026 13:49:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-and-refined-liquid-glass-controls-on-the-docket-for-wwdc-2026/ Liquid Glass is Apple's future, like it or not
Apple's Liquid Glass redesign of all of its operating systems from iPhone to Mac may have proven divisive, and it was certainly spearheaded by Alan Dye. But there is no possibility that it will be dropped, even]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/staff-departures-do-not-mean-apple-will-abandon-liquid-glass/Sun, 15 Mar 2026 13:37:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/staff-departures-do-not-mean-apple-will-abandon-liquid-glass/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/check-out-all-these-ios-26-tips-tricks-and-hacks/Sun, 15 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/check-out-all-these-ios-26-tips-tricks-and-hacks/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-launch-date-price-design-leaks-and-everything-we-know/Sat, 14 Mar 2026 22:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-launch-date-price-design-leaks-and-everything-we-know/ Grab the lowest prices on M5 MacBook Pro at Amazon - Image credit: Apple
Weekend MacBook Pro deals are in full swing, with the standard M5/16GB/512GB spec discounted to $1,399.99, reflecting a $200 markdown off MSRP.Buy M5/16GB/512GB MacBook Pro for $1,399.99
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-m5-macbook-pro-sale-delivers-deals-from-just-1399/Sat, 14 Mar 2026 20:16:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-m5-macbook-pro-sale-delivers-deals-from-just-1399/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-your-iphones-battery-drains-faster-after-ios-2631-dont-worry/Sat, 14 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-your-iphones-battery-drains-faster-after-ios-2631-dont-worry/ Alicia Keys in her Apple Vision Pro performance
Apple CEO Tim Cook showed up with several senior executives. They transformed one of Apple's most iconic retail spots into a temporary live music venue.The company invited select media members, creators, and guests while keeping the performer secret until Keys appeared on stage.
Continue Reading on App]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/surprise-alicia-keys-concert-turns-grand-central-apple-store-into-a-piano-stage/Fri, 13 Mar 2026 21:35:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/surprise-alicia-keys-concert-turns-grand-central-apple-store-into-a-piano-stage/ Adobe Creative Cloud logo
Adobe has announced that it has finalized a settlement agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice. It officially marks the end of the more than two-year long saga surrounding its much maligned cancellation practices.Of the $150 million Adobe has agreed to pay, $7]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/adobe-begrudgingly-admits-defeat-agrees-to-pay-150m-over-confusing-cancellation-fees/Fri, 13 Mar 2026 21:02:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/adobe-begrudgingly-admits-defeat-agrees-to-pay-150m-over-confusing-cancellation-fees/ Save $320 on with Amazon's blowout M4 MacBook Air deal.
Originally retailing for $1,399, the 15-inch M4/16GB/512GB spec is marked down to $1,079 in the Midnight finish while supplies last. This price is the lowest on record as Amazon makes room for new M5 inventory by blowing out M4 inventory at steep discounts.Buy M4 15" 16GB/512GB for $1,079
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-15-inch-macbook-air-m4-with-512gb-ssd-plunges-to-1079/Fri, 13 Mar 2026 20:27:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-15-inch-macbook-air-m4-with-512gb-ssd-plunges-to-1079/ Prime Video Ultra
Launching April 10, the Ultra tier expands existing features, making it ideal for larger households. Beyond removing ads, the updated plan increases the concurrent stream limit to five devices, doubles the offline download capacity to 100 items, and gives users the option to watch in 4K/UHD.A]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-ad-free-prime-video-tier-gets-a-new-name-and-a-new-price/Fri, 13 Mar 2026 19:35:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-ad-free-prime-video-tier-gets-a-new-name-and-a-new-price/ MacBook Neo proves to be quite repairable by Apple's standards
Apple's MacBook Neo has already been proven to be quite inexpensive to repair and easy to disassemble. That said, the tech industry was still holding its breath for iFixit's verdict on the laptop.As was expected, iFixit found the MacBo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ifixit-macbook-neo-teardown-confirms-that-it-is-apples-most-repairable-laptop-since-2012/Fri, 13 Mar 2026 19:30:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ifixit-macbook-neo-teardown-confirms-that-it-is-apples-most-repairable-laptop-since-2012/ There's still a lot to come from Apple in 2026
Between the launch of the M5 MacBook Air, MacBook Neo, iPhone 17e, and M5 Pro/Max MacBook Pros, Apple has made a solid start to the year. But with the annual WWDC event still to come, not to mention likely hardware announcements this fall, there is still plenty to look forward to.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-mac-studio-oled-macbook-pro-what-to-expect-from-apple-for-the-rest-of-2026/Fri, 13 Mar 2026 18:22:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-mac-studio-oled-macbook-pro-what-to-expect-from-apple-for-the-rest-of-2026/ MacBook Neo teardown. Image credit: DirectorFeng
Apple introduced MacBook Neo on March 4 as its most affordable notebook, starting at $599 with 256GB of storage. It uses the same A18 Pro chip found in the iPhone 16 Pro models and includes 8GB of unified memory.The company offers the 13-inch system with either 256GB or 512GB of storag]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/theres-a-way-to-make-a-1tb-macbook-neo-but-its-not-easy-or-cheap/Fri, 13 Mar 2026 18:19:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/theres-a-way-to-make-a-1tb-macbook-neo-but-its-not-easy-or-cheap/ Render of a folding iPhone
The timeline posted on Weibo by Instant Digital matches earlier analyst estimates and fits Apple's usual production window for a fall iPhone launch. A May panel ramp would align with Apple's typical iPhone production schedule.Apple usually increases manufacturing during the summer ahead of its fall iPhone l]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/foldable-iphone-chatter-starts-again-with-new-samsung-display-rumor/Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:15:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/foldable-iphone-chatter-starts-again-with-new-samsung-display-rumor/ David Pogue — image credit: Jesse Ditmar
David Pogue joined William Gallagher for an in-depth discussion of "Apple: The First 50 Years" — now available on Amazon, how it was written — and why. Hear the interview on the latest AppleInsider Podcast, or read this lightly edited transcript.Da]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/david-pogue-reveals-why-tim-cook-wouldnt-be-interviewed-for-his-book/Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:32:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/david-pogue-reveals-why-tim-cook-wouldnt-be-interviewed-for-his-book/ David Pogue talks about his new history of Apple book
Pogue is everywhere this week, talking about his 600-page history of Apple, but now you can hear the very first interview he gave about it. Listen to the stories behind the book, but also hea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macbook-neo-iphone-17e-and-special-guest-david-pogue-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 13 Mar 2026 13:46:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macbook-neo-iphone-17e-and-special-guest-david-pogue-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/ Mike Markkula (right) with Steve Jobs in the 1970s — image credit: allaboutstevejobs
Michael Scott was the first CEO of Apple, but he was hired by Mike Markkula. And then if not exactly fired, he was at least pointed toward the door by Markkula.Without Markkula, there would quite possibly never have been an App]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-at-50-mike-markkula-apples-second-ceo-was-as-important-as-steve-jobs/Fri, 13 Mar 2026 12:12:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-at-50-mike-markkula-apples-second-ceo-was-as-important-as-steve-jobs/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-hidden-iphone-feature-can-improve-your-call-quality-in-a-few-steps/Fri, 13 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-hidden-iphone-feature-can-improve-your-call-quality-in-a-few-steps/ View of Apple Grand Central from across the station — image credit: Apple
Apple Grand Central is used to being used for promotional events — it was where the "Severance" pop-up was in January 2025.Given its size and how many people go by it in Grand Central Station, it would make sens]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/grand-central-station-apple-store-closes-temporarily/Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:51:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/grand-central-station-apple-store-closes-temporarily/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-lost-and-battery-drained-heres-how-you-can-still-find-it/Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:01:00 +0100https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-lost-and-battery-drained-heres-how-you-can-still-find-it/