https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/en-auCopyright (C) 2026 newslocker.comTue, 21 Jul 2026 11:57:00 +0200 The display on the current iPhone 17 Pro Max is 6.86 inches.
One recent rumor claimed that Apple had begun production evaluation for a 2027 iPhone with a display that is curved on all four sides. Then another claimed that the iPhone 20 range would feature a significant redesign.For the first time, though, a leaker is]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-20-pro-max-may-get-apples-largest-ever-iphone-screen-at-7-inches/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-20-pro-max-may-get-apples-largest-ever-iphone-screen-at-7-inches/ Downgrading from macOS Golden Gate isn't as simple as leaving Apple's beta program. Turning off beta updates prevents later beta builds from installing, but it leaves the current operating system in place.Returning to macOS Tahoe requires erasing the Mac's startup volume, rein]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-roll-back-macos-golden-gate-on-apple-silicon/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-roll-back-macos-golden-gate-on-apple-silicon/ Samsung Galaxy Card is a new fintech offering from Samsung and Barclays
If there has ever been a tried and true strategy from Samsung, its compete with what Apple offers by beating them on the spec sheet. The Samsung Galaxy Card does exactly that with some good cash back rates right out of the gate.The company announced th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/seven-years-after-apple-card-samsung-leaps-into-fintech-with-its-own-credit-card/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 04:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/seven-years-after-apple-card-samsung-leaps-into-fintech-with-its-own-credit-card/ The property at 580 North Mary Avenue, Sunnyvale - Image Credit: Google Maps
Companies with a massive workforce are always on the lookout for more office space. In the case of Apple, it will be adding one more location to its roster in Sunnyvale.According to sources of the Mercury News, Apple has agreed to lease a building located at 580 N]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-adds-another-office-to-its-sunnyvale-collection/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-adds-another-office-to-its-sunnyvale-collection/ A render of what the iPhone Fold could look like - Image Credit: AppleInsider
The occasional reference leaks in Apple's beta operating systems often hint to future features that are on the way. For inbound devices like the iPhone Fold, they can sometimes point to big changes in the design.According to an examination of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-beta-multiple-battery-reference-may-be-red-herring-not-iphone-fold-hints/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-beta-multiple-battery-reference-may-be-red-herring-not-iphone-fold-hints/ An earlier iOS 27 beta screen
The fourth round is here, and participants in Apple's developer program can download the new builds to their devices right now.The third developer builds arrived on July 6, while the second occurred on June 22 for most of the operating systems. The watchOS 27 counterparts landed later, on June 23 and June 25.
Continue Reading]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/fourth-ios-27-macos-27-developer-betas-arrive/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/fourth-ios-27-macos-27-developer-betas-arrive/ Apple's hardware that works with the 26-generation operating systems - Image Credit: Apple
Apple is currently operating multiple beta-testing tracks at the moment. While the focus is on the 27-generation, it's current 26-gen OSes are still getting updates to version 26.6.The RC developer betas landed after the fifth, which came out on July 13. The fourth arrived on July 6, t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-266-release-candidate-build-surfaces-for-testing/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-266-release-candidate-build-surfaces-for-testing/ Apple's hardware that works with the 26-generation operating systems - Image Credit: Apple
Apple is currently operating multiple beta-testing tracks at the moment. While the focus is on the 27-generation, it's current 26-gen OSes are still getting updates to version 26.6.The sixth developer betas landed after the fifth, which came out on July 13. The fourth arrived on Jul]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sixth-ios-266-macos-266-developer-betas-surface-for-testing/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sixth-ios-266-macos-266-developer-betas-surface-for-testing/ Ruth Madeley (center) as Judy Heumann in Sian Heder's "Being Heumann" - image credit: Apple TV
In 2022, Sian Heder directed and co-wrote "CODA," which earned Apple TV the first-ever Best Picture Oscar for a streaming service. Apple immediately announced that it was backing Heder to direct a dramatization of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/coda-director-returns-to-apple-tv-with-movie-about-disability-activist-judy-heumann/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/coda-director-returns-to-apple-tv-with-movie-about-disability-activist-judy-heumann/ Smart Home Insider Podcast
Guest co-host this week is Alan Coleman, chief product officer of Plume. Plume works with ISPs to help improve in-home Wi-Fi performance.Specifically, they work with many OEM router manufacturers, provide a white-label app experience, and offer]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/fixing-isp-provided-routers-public-betas-amp-more-on-smart-home-insider/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/fixing-isp-provided-routers-public-betas-amp-more-on-smart-home-insider/ Get 4 AirTags for just $89 at Amazon - Image credit: Apple
Amazon's AirTag sale cuts $10 off the 4-pack, bringing the price down to $89, which matches the record low seen during Prime Day 2026.Buy AirTag 4-pack for $89
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-89-airtag-2-deal-delivers-record-low-price-on-4-pack/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-89-airtag-2-deal-delivers-record-low-price-on-4-pack/ The firm said the campaign has reached at least 100 targets in 33 countries since May 2026, with more than half of the identified activity in Europe. Group-IB also found targets in North America, the Middle East and Africa.ClickLock builds on ClickFix, a familiar scam that uses fake CAPTCHA or Cloudflare verifica]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/clicklock-malware-makes-macs-unusable-until-victims-surrender-their-passwords/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/clicklock-malware-makes-macs-unusable-until-victims-surrender-their-passwords/ Save $100 on AirPods Max 2 with Amazon deal - Image credit: Apple
You can pick up AirPods Max 2 at a $100 discount at Amazon today, with all five color options eligible for the markdown at press time.Buy AirPods Max 2 for $449
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-max-2-plunge-to-449-after-amazon-slashes-price-by-100/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-max-2-plunge-to-449-after-amazon-slashes-price-by-100/ How the hidden Siri AI Writing Tools appear when you selected text.
Although some users, including ones at AppleInsider, are finding that Writing Tools have vanished in macOS Golden Gate, typically they remain available whenever selected text is right-clicked. But Reddit users have found that there is a hidden alternative that automatically pops up a short list of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-is-hiding-a-more-concise-set-of-writing-tools-for-mac/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-is-hiding-a-more-concise-set-of-writing-tools-for-mac/ The full game is in Steam, awaiting launch.It is safe to say that developing a word game like this wasn't meant to take a year. The first installment of this series was posted on July 28, 2025.The math is easy to figure out how long it's been since I started.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/game-development-diary-crunch-and-preparing-to-launch/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/game-development-diary-crunch-and-preparing-to-launch/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-stop-google-maps-from-displaying-your-home-to-strangers/Sun, 19 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-stop-google-maps-from-displaying-your-home-to-strangers/ On-device AI processing will be a big thing in the coming years if Apple bets right.Sunday Reboot is a weekly column covering some of the lighter stories within the Apple reality distortion field from the past seven days. All to get the next week underway with a good first step.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-shrinking-models-and-an-on-device-ai-future/Sun, 19 Jul 2026 22:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-shrinking-models-and-an-on-device-ai-future/ Jony Ive & OpenAI's Sam Altman | Image Credit: OpenAI
On July 10, Apple launched what looks to become a major lawsuit against OpenAI, accusing ex-Apple employees of stealing intellectual property. However, despite former Apple design chief's links to OpenAI, he isn't in the crosshairs of Apple's lawyers.In]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-probably-wont-add-jony-ive-to-openai-trade-secret-theft-suit/Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-probably-wont-add-jony-ive-to-openai-trade-secret-theft-suit/ Genius Bar employees may gain a new AI assistant
Artificial intelligence has become a buzzword throughout the tech industry from both the consumer and employee perspective. Employees of any kind at many companies have had to contend with mandatory AI tool use forced on them by the employer.So far, reports]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/genius-bar-ai-tools-spark-concerns-over-employee-monitoring-amp-evaluation/Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/genius-bar-ai-tools-spark-concerns-over-employee-monitoring-amp-evaluation/ The much-missed Mac Pro
The once beloved Mac Pro went out with a whimper in March 2026 as Apple discontinued it. But according to Bloomberg, there had originally been big plans for its future.What eventually caused the end of the Mac Pro was how powerful the much more cost-effectiv]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-pro-could-have-been-vastly-more-powerful-than-the-mac-studio/Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-pro-could-have-been-vastly-more-powerful-than-the-mac-studio/ The latest sale at B&H includes numerous CTO MacBook Pro models that are up to $400 off. Some of the configurations have additional RAM, extra storage, a nano-texture display, or all three.You can jump straight to the sale, but we've also rounded up top picks below. And if you don't see your desired model, it's also worth checking out]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bamph-launches-steep-macbook-pro-discounts-at-up-to-400-off/Sun, 19 Jul 2026 09:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bamph-launches-steep-macbook-pro-discounts-at-up-to-400-off/ iCloud+ now costs more money in some countries.Over the course of a few days, Apple has been increasing the prices of its various online services. Not to be left behind, iCloud+ has now upped its prices to join the rest of the roster.The change, revealed by Apple's iCloud+ pricing support page, doesn't outright say what countries are affected by the pricing. However, comparis]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-bumps-up-the-cost-of-icloud-in-8-countries/Sat, 18 Jul 2026 14:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-bumps-up-the-cost-of-icloud-in-8-countries/ Apple shares closed at $333.74, leaving the company with a market capitalization of approximately $4.88 CAP trillion. Nvidia ended down about 3.5% on the day, with a value of about $4.86 trillion.The distinction is largely sym]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/aapl-capitalization-squeaks-past-nvda-apple-becomes-worlds-most-valuable-company/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 22:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/aapl-capitalization-squeaks-past-nvda-apple-becomes-worlds-most-valuable-company/ The Apple One bundle arrived in 2020 and has become a common option for Apple device owners who subscribe to several of the company's services. It offers three tiers aimed at individuals, families, and people who want nearly everything included.However, favorite]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/is-apple-one-worth-it-in-summer-2026-after-the-latest-price-increases/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 20:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/is-apple-one-worth-it-in-summer-2026-after-the-latest-price-increases/ The Apple Music Individual plan now costs $11.99 per month, up from $10.99. The Family plan rose from $16.99 to $19.99 per month and continues to support as many as six people through Family Sharing.Verified college students will pay $6.99 per month, up from $5.99. The Student plan includes the full Apple Music se]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-music-gets-first-us-price-hike-in-four-years/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 20:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-music-gets-first-us-price-hike-in-four-years/ Apple hasn't taken the antitrust case lying down. Image source: Apple
While discussions are reportedly underway, it's unclear whether an agreement will be reached. However, the Trump administration has been working to settle lawsuits brought by the previous administration for some time. It's clear there is a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-long-running-doj-antitrust-case-may-not-make-it-to-trial/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-long-running-doj-antitrust-case-may-not-make-it-to-trial/ Consumer Intelligence Research Partners estimates that 87% of U.S. iPhone buyers in the March 2026 quarter came from another iPhone. The share reached its highest level in the three years covered by the report, up from 84% in 2025 and 85% in 2024.Another 12% switched fro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/google-is-making-no-progress-on-switching-iphone-users-to-android/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/google-is-making-no-progress-on-switching-iphone-users-to-android/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-public-beta-its-fine-i-guess/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-public-beta-its-fine-i-guess/ AI nudity apps are a problem for the App Store
A Wired report notes that both Apple and Google have been told to prevent the sale of AI apps that can be used to create deepfake images. They must also "sever" business relationships with all of the developers responsi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-ordered-to-remove-8-nudify-ai-apps-from-the-iphones-app-store/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-ordered-to-remove-8-nudify-ai-apps-from-the-iphones-app-store/ Save $200 on Apple's latest M4 iPad Air with 512GB of storage.
The $200 discount at Amazon brings the Wi-Fi 13-inch iPad Air with 512GB of storage in Blue down to $1,049.Save $200 on 13" iPad Air M4
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-200-off-512gb-m4-ipad-air-13-inch-with-weekend-deal/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-200-off-512gb-m4-ipad-air-13-inch-with-weekend-deal/ Hide My Email is supposed to do just that, but it doesn't always
The Hide My Email feature allows iPhone, Mac, and iPad owners to sign up for websites and services using an anonymous email address. All emails sent to that address are then invisibly forwarded to the user's real]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-easy-to-find-a-real-email-address-behind-hide-my-email-but-it-doesnt-really-matter/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-easy-to-find-a-real-email-address-behind-hide-my-email-but-it-doesnt-really-matter/ Apple is set to be in a lawsuit with OpenAI for some time
Apple restarted its AI efforts with new Apple Foundation Models built with Google's Gemini Frontier models at the foundation. While Google's involvement seemed obvious in the long run, the move away from OpenAI's Chat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-sues-openai-public-betas-amp-super-apps-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-sues-openai-public-betas-amp-super-apps-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/ Journal focuses on people's thoughts and experiences instead of their bodies, unlike the data-driven health tracking with Apple Watch. The app encourages users to reflect on their emotions and pay closer attenti]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-make-apple-journal-part-of-a-mindful-daily-routine/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-make-apple-journal-part-of-a-mindful-daily-routine/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-change-the-most-annoying-ios-27-settings-on-your-iphone/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-change-the-most-annoying-ios-27-settings-on-your-iphone/ Sam Altman of OpenAI
Apple filed a lawsuit in early July, 2026, arguing that OpenAI received trade secrets from its former employees. Former executives Tang Tan and Chang Liu were also named in the lawsuit.Now, The Financial Times reports that Apple has sent letters to approximately 40 f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/openai-and-apple-legal-battle-escalates-poached-employees-warned-about-data-deletion/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/openai-and-apple-legal-battle-escalates-poached-employees-warned-about-data-deletion/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-time-to-put-your-old-phone-to-rest-and-put-a-new-one-in-your-pocket-for-less-or-even-free/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 22:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/its-time-to-put-your-old-phone-to-rest-and-put-a-new-one-in-your-pocket-for-less-or-even-free/ Save $400 on Apple's 2TB M5 Max MacBook Pro at Amazon - Image credit: Apple
The M5 Max 16-inch MacBook Pro is on sale for $3,999 at Amazon in your choice of Space Black or Silver. This high-end configuration has Apple's M5 Max chip with an 18-core CPU and 32-core GPU, along with 36GB of unified memory and a spacious 2TB SSD.Save $4]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-400-on-apples-m5-max-macbook-pro-16-inch-with-spacious-2tb-ssd/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 21:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-400-on-apples-m5-max-macbook-pro-16-inch-with-spacious-2tb-ssd/ The company will begin a public alpha of Build in New Zealand on July 28, 2026. The mobile-first AI tool turns text prompts into playable games inside the Roblox app and will include publishing among its selected early features.Build adds a creation tab to the mobile app. A user can describ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ai-generated-roblox-games-are-about-to-get-much-easier-to-make-on-iphone/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 21:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ai-generated-roblox-games-are-about-to-get-much-easier-to-make-on-iphone/ Anthony Alvarez filed the lawsuit against Apple on July 15 in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The complaint accuses the company of false advertising, fraud, breach of contract, and other violations tied to its marketing]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hide-my-email-class-action-lawsuit-seeks-payout-without-evidence-of-any-attacks/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 20:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hide-my-email-class-action-lawsuit-seeks-payout-without-evidence-of-any-attacks/ The whole iPad range is scheduled for updates.
The most recent rumors of the first update to the iPad mini since October 2024 have claimed that it will be released with an OLED screen before the end of 2026. Now according to Bloomberg, this update is the first of several iPad model refreshes.Specifically, the report claims that Apple]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ipad-amp-ipad-air-refreshes-are-coming-but-not-until-2027/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ipad-amp-ipad-air-refreshes-are-coming-but-not-until-2027/ TSMC plant in Arizona - image credit: Christopher Payne
In May 2026, TSMC announced an additional $20 billion investment in its Arizona plants. Now according to the Financial Times, the company has revealed plans to build four more plants, costing a total of $100 billion.Howard Lutnick, US commerce secretary, said that the extra investment]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/four-more-chip-plants-promised-as-tsmc-teases-a-further-100-billion-us-expansion/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/four-more-chip-plants-promised-as-tsmc-teases-a-further-100-billion-us-expansion/ iPad mini 7 running Assassin's Creed
The unit, said to be codenamed J510, is very late in the development process. While Thursday's report by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman doesn't explicitly say that it is in mass production, it will have to be by now to make Apple's rumored timetable for release.A release for the new unit]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ipad-mini-with-oled-release-imminent-pricing-unclear/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ipad-mini-with-oled-release-imminent-pricing-unclear/ The iPhone 17 Pro uses a vapor chamber for cooling purposes - Image Credit: iFixit
The report doesn't go into detail, but it's claimed that Apple has "significantly increased" the total vapor chamber cooling plates on order. It's thought that the first phone to benefit from the new]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mass-production-of-folding-iphone-vapor-cooling-system-has-begun/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mass-production-of-folding-iphone-vapor-cooling-system-has-begun/ TSMC plant in Arizona - image credit: Christopher Payne
In May 2026, TSMC announced an additional $20 billion investment in its Arizona plants. Now according to the Financial Times, the company has revealed plans to build four more plants, costing a total of $100 billion.Howard Lutnick, US commerce secretary, said that the extra investment]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/four-more-chip-plants-promised-as-tsmc-plans-a-further-100-billion-to-the-us/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/four-more-chip-plants-promised-as-tsmc-plans-a-further-100-billion-to-the-us/ Apple's lates Back to School offer is now live - image credit: Apple
Even when it isn't raising prices, it is a rule with Apple that it will never actually have sales on its products, except for certain regular promotions in China. So for this latest deal, it is again falling back on offering Apple gift cards alongside select]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-back-to-school-offers-have-started-but-you-can-do-much-better/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 11:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-back-to-school-offers-have-started-but-you-can-do-much-better/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/eager-to-install-the-ios-27-public-beta-heres-how-to-go-into-it-with-open-eyes/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 02:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/eager-to-install-the-ios-27-public-beta-heres-how-to-go-into-it-with-open-eyes/ Ads will appear in search results on Apple Maps from April 14, 2026 — image credit: Apple
On Tuesday, Apple updated its advertising guidelines. This was particularly noteworthy as it outlines the policies that advertisers will be expected to follow when advertising on Apple Maps.Perhaps not surprisingly, Apple']]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-maps-ads-exclude-home-services-political-ads-and-more/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 21:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-maps-ads-exclude-home-services-political-ads-and-more/ AppleCare+ logo
Just like any other subscription, warranty and repair services often go up in price over time. On July 15, Apple did just that to AppleCare+.The price for the monthly AppleCare+ packages increased by 50 cents per month, or $5 per year for the annual plan, reports Bloomberg.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-bumps-monthly-applecare-for-ipad-mac-by-50-cents/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 21:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-bumps-monthly-applecare-for-ipad-mac-by-50-cents/ The new 36-month option appears at checkout when someone buys a Wi-Fi + Cellular iPad from Apple, alongside paying in full or using Apple Card Monthly Installments. It's available for the iPad, iPad mini, iPad Air and iPad Pro, subject to carrier approval.Apple's own interest-free financing still run]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-new-36-month-cellular-ipad-financing-plan-is-good-but-you-can-save-money-elsewhere/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-new-36-month-cellular-ipad-financing-plan-is-good-but-you-can-save-money-elsewhere/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hands-on-with-the-ios-27-public-beta-just-ok/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hands-on-with-the-ios-27-public-beta-just-ok/ Tang Tam - Image Credit: mit.gelstagram/Instagram
On July 10, Apple filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging that two former Apple employees stole its intellectual property. The trade secrets would allegedly be used by OpenAI's hardware teams to produce new products, including a planned AI de]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/who-is-tang-tan-the-ex-apple-vp-at-the-core-of-openais-trade-secret-theft-lawsuits/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/who-is-tang-tan-the-ex-apple-vp-at-the-core-of-openais-trade-secret-theft-lawsuits/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-iphone-20-what-we-know-about-the-radical-redesign-coming-in-2027/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-iphone-20-what-we-know-about-the-radical-redesign-coming-in-2027/ Siri could get even more powerful thanks to AI-related acquisitions.We already know that Apple is looking at deals such as one with PrismML to improve its on-device processing and Siri's capabilities. Apple also wants to further its server-based AI processing too.According to an article published on Wednesday by Th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/big-ai-acquisitions-are-not-off-the-table-under-new-ceo-john-ternus/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/big-ai-acquisitions-are-not-off-the-table-under-new-ceo-john-ternus/ Save $150 on 1TB 13-inch MacBook Air models - Image credit: Apple
The $150 markdown can be found on two 13-inch MacBook Air models, each with 1TB of storage. With the discount, the M5/16GB/1TB option is now $1,449, while the 24GB option is marked down to $1,649.Save $150 on 1TB MacBook Air M5
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-150-on-apples-1tb-m5-macbook-air-at-amazon/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-150-on-apples-1tb-m5-macbook-air-at-amazon/ OpenAI CEO Sam Altman - image credit: Emerson Collective
Apple is suing OpenAI over alleged theft of intellectual property, and initially the firm's response was an empty claim of being unaware of the issue. However, as first spotted by NBC, OpenAI's lawyers are now conce]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/openai-blames-email-mixup-for-why-it-didnt-respond-to-apple-trade-theft-claims/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/openai-blames-email-mixup-for-why-it-didnt-respond-to-apple-trade-theft-claims/ Apple Intelligence previously, and briefly, launched in China by mistake but now appears set to be officially released soon.
In mid-June 2026, Apple's Chinese partner Alibaba unveiled its latest AI model and, most significantly, revealed that it was now compatible with Apple Intelligence. Now according to Reuters, China's cyberspace]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-intelligence-finally-on-the-road-to-release-in-china/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-intelligence-finally-on-the-road-to-release-in-china/ LaserPecker LX2
A laser cutter was once an industrial machine that needed a dedicated workshop. That has changed.Desktop models now bring real cutting power to a home office or studio. The LaserPecker LX2 is one of the more ambitious of these.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/laserpecker-lx2-review-leveling-up-your-laser-game-for-a-price/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 02:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/laserpecker-lx2-review-leveling-up-your-laser-game-for-a-price/ OpenAI's rumored hardware product sounds an awful lot like a HomePod
Just moments after OpenAI shared an empty statement on Apple's trade secret lawsuit, new information was shared about the company's upcoming hardware. While it offered no public comment, internally it wants everyone to believe it is a compl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/openais-first-hardware-device-will-be-a-homepod-but-dont-tell-them-that/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 23:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/openais-first-hardware-device-will-be-a-homepod-but-dont-tell-them-that/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/we-know-how-you-can-grab-a-free-or-very-cheap-iphone-16-series-phone/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 23:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/we-know-how-you-can-grab-a-free-or-very-cheap-iphone-16-series-phone/ OpenAI was once core to Apple's AI strategy
Apple has alleged that OpenAI systematically recruited Apple employees that could help funnel secret information from within the company. Two individuals were specifically named , Tang Yew Tan, and Chang Liu.On Tuesday, Bloomberg shared OpenAI's latest statement on the matter. It']]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/openai-shrugs-denies-responsibility-for-trade-secret-theft-with-vague-statements/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 23:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/openai-shrugs-denies-responsibility-for-trade-secret-theft-with-vague-statements/ iCloud
A lawsuit from August 2024 that accused Apple of "privacy-washing" and failing to properly deal with the issue of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) on iCloud has been dismissed.In a ruling reported by Reuters on July 14, U.S. District Judge Noel Wise in San Jose, California, agreed with Apple's argument that it was sh]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/icloud-328b-csam-lawsuit-dismissed-apple-protected-under-section-230-laws/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/icloud-328b-csam-lawsuit-dismissed-apple-protected-under-section-230-laws/ EU exempts Apple Watch from battery rule
The European Union has been floating this idea for some time now. The rule, which falls under Commission Regulation (EU) 2023/1670, would require manufacturers to allow users to easily remove and replace batteries within devices.However, it didn't take long for the Commission t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-meta-glasses-airpods-get-reprieve-from-eu-replaceable-battery-law/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-meta-glasses-airpods-get-reprieve-from-eu-replaceable-battery-law/ Siri at work on an iPhone
One of the major problems with AI processing is the need to manage massive models that most normal computers and smartphones cannot easily handle alone. On July 9, the start-up PrismML surfaced with a solution to shrink down the models to a more manageable size.A few days later,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/prismml-confirms-it-is-in-talks-with-apple-about-ai-model-shrinking-tech/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/prismml-confirms-it-is-in-talks-with-apple-about-ai-model-shrinking-tech/ Satechi expanded the MacBook Neo's limited connectivity on July 14 with three color-matched accessories, including two USB-C hubs and a wireless mouse available in Citrus, Blush, Indigo and Silver.The company's new MacBook Neo Collection includes the $44.99 OntheGo 5-in-1 Multiport Adapter, th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/port-limited-macbook-neo-gets-color-matching-hub-amp-mouse/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/port-limited-macbook-neo-gets-color-matching-hub-amp-mouse/ iPhone sales in China are doing better than the rest of the market, says IDC.The global RAM crisis is a problem for the entire tech industry and is also affecting consumer spending. However, while Apple fights the same problem as everyone else, it is one of the few winners in China's smartphone market.In a July 14 report from IDC into the smartphone market in C]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-grows-china-market-share-as-price-hikes-harm-android-rivals/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-grows-china-market-share-as-price-hikes-harm-android-rivals/ Apple's M5 MacBook Pro is $150 off in price war - Image credit: Apple
B&H and Amazon are competing for your business this Tuesday, with a $150 discount on the 10-core M5 14-inch MacBook Pro with 16GB of unified memory and 1TB of storage, bringing the price down to $1,849. Both Space Black and Silver are available for that pr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-1tb-m5-macbook-pro-falls-to-1849-in-todays-price-war/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-1tb-m5-macbook-pro-falls-to-1849-in-todays-price-war/ Welcome screen for iOS 27
This update is big, and there's a lot to be excited for. To list just a few of the features, there are new deep parental controls, an easier-to-use Shortcuts app, Apple Intelligence features for Apple Home, enhanced Flyover in Maps, and much more.I've been using iOS 27 for more than a month, and while the update is full of new features and changes, there]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/these-are-the-things-you-should-do-first-after-updating-to-ios-27/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/these-are-the-things-you-should-do-first-after-updating-to-ios-27/ The game launches August 6 and includes current NFL teams, realistic simulation gameplay and a season-based Franchise mode. Players can also jump into individual games through Quick Play.Franchise mode puts players in charge as general managers, where they can build a roster, manage season-changing storylines and try to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/madden-football-returns-to-mac-for-the-first-time-in-19-years/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/madden-football-returns-to-mac-for-the-first-time-in-19-years/ iPad mini, sans OLED
The iPad Pro is the only iPad model to have an OLED display, but rumors have hinted that it will change eventually. If one serial leaker is to be believed, that could happen within months for one variant.According to a Naver post by Yeux1122, the iPad mini with an AMOLED display is expected to launch in the second half of 2026.
Rumor Score: 🤔 Po]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/oled-ipad-mini-may-still-launch-before-the-end-of-2026/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/oled-ipad-mini-may-still-launch-before-the-end-of-2026/ Fixed Focus Digital said on Weibo that Apple's preferred plan for the rumored iPhone 20 had "returned to glass." The account also said the renovated site was waiting for equipment to begin processing parts with a method similar to the first-generation Air.The Air reference is unclear, but the supplier detail]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/glass-production-plans-give-the-iphone-20-redesign-new-credibility/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 15:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/glass-production-plans-give-the-iphone-20-redesign-new-credibility/ Matter is supposed to be unifying, but manufacturers are resistant to letting users leave their apps
The smart home started life as a disjointed mess and new standards hoped to unify the different platforms. Today, everything feels a little too spread out even with better cross-platform compatibility.Don't get me wrong,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/owning-an-apple-home-the-broken-promise-of-matter/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/owning-an-apple-home-the-broken-promise-of-matter/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/health-fitness-and-savings-these-apple-watch-series-11-deals-cover-it-all/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/health-fitness-and-savings-these-apple-watch-series-11-deals-cover-it-all/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/download-the-ios-27-public-beta-in-4-quick-steps/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/download-the-ios-27-public-beta-in-4-quick-steps/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-first-ios-27-public-beta-is-out-and-here-are-some-of-the-features-it-brings-to-your-iphone/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 23:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-first-ios-27-public-beta-is-out-and-here-are-some-of-the-features-it-brings-to-your-iphone/ iPadOS 27 beta 3 got a version 2 update
While it isn't clear exactly what Apple might have changed in its second version of macOS 27 beta 3 and iPadOS 27 beta 3, they are now available. Every other OS 27 beta retained its beta 3 build numbers for the public beta.The build number for macOS 27 beta 3 version 2 is 26A5378n, up from 26A5368g. The iPad]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ipados-27-amp-macos-27-beta-3-get-a-version-2-update-as-public-betas-drop/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 23:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ipados-27-amp-macos-27-beta-3-get-a-version-2-update-as-public-betas-drop/ iOS 27's public beta is here
Since the introduction of the 27-generation operating systems at WWDC in early June, Apple has been testing developer beta builds. A few rounds later, and it has started to do the same with the public beta.The first public builds are:
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-ios-27-macos-27-public-betas-are-out-but-you-should-still-be-careful/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 22:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-ios-27-macos-27-public-betas-are-out-but-you-should-still-be-careful/ Siri AI can tap into third-party apps thanks to app intents
WWDC 2026 may be over, but that doesn't mean Apple has finished interacting with developers and other businesses outside of Cupertino. In-store and online developer sessions have been going on regularly since the June event, but the next one has a m]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/product-managers-amp-engineering-leads-are-the-target-for-apples-next-wwdc26-session/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 22:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/product-managers-amp-engineering-leads-are-the-target-for-apples-next-wwdc26-session/ Apple's hardware that works with the 26-generation operating systems - Image Credit: Apple
Apple is trying out the 27-generation before the fall launches, but it's still working on updates for its current-gen operating system roster.The fifth developer betas landed after the fourth, which arrived on July 6. The third landed on June 29, the second were]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/fifth-developer-betas-of-ios-266-macos-266-are-out-now/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 19:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/fifth-developer-betas-of-ios-266-macos-266-are-out-now/ Smart Home Insider Podcast
Since the last episode, developers received the third developer beta of Apple's 27-branded updates. Within the release notes of macOS 27, it was revealed Apple had seemingly decided on pricing for some of its AI-powered features.To use Apple Intelligence with Apple Home, users will need to have at least the 2TB iCl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/channel-master-floodlight-pro-review-amp-listener-question-roundup-on-the-smart-home-insider-podcast/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/channel-master-floodlight-pro-review-amp-listener-question-roundup-on-the-smart-home-insider-podcast/ Meta Ray-Bans in use - Image Credit: Meta
Facebook owner Meta has previously been trying to use European Union regulations to get it access to iPhone user data that it cannot possibly have a legitimate use for. But now it's been revealed that the company has also pressed for potentially more reasonable help on pairing its devices."We would like to be]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/facebook-demands-airpods-like-pairing-for-its-glasses-and-headsets/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/facebook-demands-airpods-like-pairing-for-its-glasses-and-headsets/ Sam Altman of OpenAI
The artificial intelligence development wave has greatly affected the tech industry. As usual, this also includes accusations, threats, and lawsuits.OpenAI is no different, as it has attracted many different lawsuits in its short existence.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-corporate-espionage-suit-against-openai-isnt-the-first/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-corporate-espionage-suit-against-openai-isnt-the-first/ Global smartphone shipments fell 11% from the second quarter of 2025. Apple's share of global shipments climbed separately to a second-quarter record of 20%.Samsung remained the market leader with a 24% share after posting the strongest year-over-year growth among the five largest smartphone makers. Xiaomi followed Apple with]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-growth-defies-the-smartphone-markets-worst-second-quarter-in-13-years/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-growth-defies-the-smartphone-markets-worst-second-quarter-in-13-years/ Jamf Threat Labs first spotted a suspicious sample on VirusTotal in early May and began seeing matching detections on customer Macs in early July. Further analysis traced the malware to a signed and Apple-notarized first-stage application called Werkbit, giving re]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/crashstealer-malware-poses-as-an-apple-tool-to-steal-passwords-amp-mac-data/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/crashstealer-malware-poses-as-an-apple-tool-to-steal-passwords-amp-mac-data/ The Dynamic App Grid in watchOS 27
Apple's main operating system updates, including iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27 Golden Gate, are getting the bulk of the attention this cycle. That makes sense, as they're the ones most people will directly interact with every day.That's also true in a year where Apple focused mostly on sorting out its artifi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/time-for-change-50-apple-watch-updates-coming-in-watchos-27/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/time-for-change-50-apple-watch-updates-coming-in-watchos-27/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/summer-is-the-worst-season-for-your-phone-battery-heres-how-to-get-through-it/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/summer-is-the-worst-season-for-your-phone-battery-heres-how-to-get-through-it/ SigLens lets developers set up continuous monitoring of apps to see how they are working over time - image credit: SigScalr
Instead of needing multiple programs ranging from Xcode to Activity Monitor, an application monitoring app like SigLens is one tool that tracks and logs what happens inside several apps, or across many routines within the same o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siglens-acquired-by-apple-for-debugging-massive-apps-and-services/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siglens-acquired-by-apple-for-debugging-massive-apps-and-services/ Grab AirPods Pro 3 for just $199 at Amazon.
Amazon has dropped AirPods Pro 3 back down to $199.99 this week, marking the best post-Prime Day price on Apple's flagship earbuds. While it's not as low as the record discount we saw leading up to Prime Day, the $50 savings beats Black Friday 2025 pricing by $20 and is the strongest deal to return since Pri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-revives-199-airpods-pro-3-deal-after-prime-day/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 07:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-revives-199-airpods-pro-3-deal-after-prime-day/ America 250
Sunday Reboot is a weekly column covering some of the lighter stories within the Apple reality distortion field from the past seven days. All to get the next week underway with a good first step.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-no-cell-service-for-250-years/Sun, 12 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-no-cell-service-for-250-years/ Save $100 on Apple Watch Series 11 styles.
Weekend Apple Watch shoppers have plenty of reasons to take a look at Amazon, where Apple Watch Series 11 models are $100 off across multiple configurations. The standout offer drops the 42mm GPS model to $299, within $20 of the lowest price on record]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-series-11-drops-to-299-with-amazon-deal-save-100/Sun, 12 Jul 2026 21:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-series-11-drops-to-299-with-amazon-deal-save-100/ With no M6 Pro or M6 Max on the horizon, don't expect much from the Mac Studio.Apple's chip lines have gradually become more AI-centric, and that will be the same in the future too. However, rather than sticking to an established release format, Apple's intend]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m6-era-will-last-just-six-months-as-apple-pushes-for-ai-focused-m7/Sun, 12 Jul 2026 17:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m6-era-will-last-just-six-months-as-apple-pushes-for-ai-focused-m7/ 16-inch MacBook Pro will be the first to get M7 Pro processors
Before AI used to be called Apple's biggest failure, that title went to the Apple Car which was cancelled after ten years of development and ten billion dollars of investment. AppleInsider argued at the time that Apple Car research wo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/power-of-apples-m7-amp-m8-chips-was-born-from-apple-car-research/Sun, 12 Jul 2026 16:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/power-of-apples-m7-amp-m8-chips-was-born-from-apple-car-research/ EU regulations will force Apple to rethink Apple Pencil design
The European Union mandated in 2023 that consumer electronics must have easily replaced batteries by 2027. One of Apple's notoriously impossible-to-repair products is the Apple Pencil, which could see some design changes to meet this mandate.According to the "Power On" news]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/eu-regulations-could-force-an-apple-pencil-upgrade-in-early-2027/Sun, 12 Jul 2026 16:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/eu-regulations-could-force-an-apple-pencil-upgrade-in-early-2027/ MacBook Neo will be a popular item this Back to School sales period.Each summer, Apple joins the rest of retailers by holding Back To School offers. Preparing for the academic year ahead, students and teachers can get some extra money off from their purc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/assess-apples-imminent-back-to-school-sales-before-you-pull-the-trigger-on-a-bad-deal/Sun, 12 Jul 2026 16:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/assess-apples-imminent-back-to-school-sales-before-you-pull-the-trigger-on-a-bad-deal/ The Lenox Square Apple Store (Apple)The latest in an occasional AppleInsider series examining the world of Apple-related crime.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/crime-blotter-stolen-ipad-leads-to-arrest-of-accused-bank-robber/Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/crime-blotter-stolen-ipad-leads-to-arrest-of-accused-bank-robber/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-iphone-17-is-the-hottest-model-of-2026-and-we-just-found-a-way-to-get-one-for-free/Sat, 11 Jul 2026 22:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-iphone-17-is-the-hottest-model-of-2026-and-we-just-found-a-way-to-get-one-for-free/ Intel could soon be making Apple's chips. Image credit: Intel
In August 2025, facing the prospect of semiconductor tariffs at 100%, Apple managed to secure an exemption from the massive import fees.It appeared at the time to have been avoided thanks to a major investment in U.S. manufacturing efforts. But it m]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-100-tariff-exemption-may-have-been-helped-by-intel-supply-deal/Sat, 11 Jul 2026 14:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-100-tariff-exemption-may-have-been-helped-by-intel-supply-deal/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/going-on-vacation-your-phone-can-capture-amazing-movies-heres-how/Sat, 11 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/going-on-vacation-your-phone-can-capture-amazing-movies-heres-how/ Tang Yew Tan did design work for Apple for years on iPhone and the above pictured Apple Watch Ultra Series 3
In the suit, filed on Friday, Apple goes into some detail about what two named defendant]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-sues-openai-amp-previous-vp-of-product-design-over-mass-ip-theft/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 23:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-sues-openai-amp-previous-vp-of-product-design-over-mass-ip-theft/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-buy-an-airtag-if-you-only-need-it-for-a-trip-just-borrow-one/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 22:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-buy-an-airtag-if-you-only-need-it-for-a-trip-just-borrow-one/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/using-your-iphone-at-night-heres-how-you-can-make-the-screen-extra-dim/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 22:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/using-your-iphone-at-night-heres-how-you-can-make-the-screen-extra-dim/ Save $700 on the LG UltraFine 6K Display with Thunderbolt 5 - Image credit: LG
The LG 32-inch UltraFine evo 6K Monitor pairs easily with modern Macs thanks to its Thunderbolt 5 port. And at $1,299.99 after a $700 discount, this monitor comes in at least $240 cheaper than the 5K 27-inch Apple Studi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-700-on-lgs-32-inch-ultrafine-evo-6k-thunderbolt-5-monitor/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-700-on-lgs-32-inch-ultrafine-evo-6k-thunderbolt-5-monitor/ Instagram and Facebook's design may break the EU's rules
In a press release shared today, July 10, the European Commission put Meta on notice. A few core aspects of Meta's smartphone apps are at the core of the Commission's investigation.Meta now has the right to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/facebook-amp-instagrams-addictive-design-could-cost-meta-125-billion/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/facebook-amp-instagrams-addictive-design-could-cost-meta-125-billion/ iPhone 17 Pro Max slight damage after a year with no case
Apple is placing an iPhone 17 Pro Max in a time capsule, and presumably when it is opened in 250 years, there will have been a lighter and cheaper Apple Vision Pro. However, rumors suggest Apple might me more focused on AI and glasses instead.Tho]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-airpods-with-cameras-amp-time-capsules-all-in-question-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-airpods-with-cameras-amp-time-capsules-all-in-question-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/ The physical Apple Card that hasn't changed since 2019
Apple Card and all of Apple's financial services that go along with it, do seem a very long way from how the company started out. But it isn't at all far from how in the 1980s, the company looked into financing in order to sell its expensive new Macintosh.It's hard now to be]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/from-rumors-to-titanium-bad-debts-and-a-new-backer-apple-card-is-seven-years-old/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/from-rumors-to-titanium-bad-debts-and-a-new-backer-apple-card-is-seven-years-old/ iPhone batteries aren't changing any time soon. Image credit: Apple
You've probably seen AI TikTok slop and random Reddit posts that claim the EU will force Apple to bring user-replaceable batteries to the iPhone in 2027. But in what should be a surprise to nobody, they're all wrong.But like so much viral]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/no-eu-iphones-wont-have-a-removable-battery-door-in-2027/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/no-eu-iphones-wont-have-a-removable-battery-door-in-2027/ The two sides of the iPhone Fold are each expected to house a battery.
A leak in February 2026 claimed that the iPhone Fold would have the largest-capacity battery of any iPhone ever, but stopped short of any specifics. Around the same time, a separate rumor said that capacity would be 5,000 mAh, and the battery]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-battery-now-rumored-to-have-less-capacity-than-expected/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-battery-now-rumored-to-have-less-capacity-than-expected/ Govee 21-inch Smart Ceiling Light Ultra review:I've tested several Govee lighting solutions previously, and none were a disappointment. My biggest issue then, which continues to today, is Govee's insistence on using its app for most functions.The Govee 21-inch Smart Ceiling Light Ultra is a large circular lig]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/govee-21-inch-smart-ceiling-light-ultra-review-blurry-motifs-amp-excellent-lighting/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 01:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/govee-21-inch-smart-ceiling-light-ultra-review-blurry-motifs-amp-excellent-lighting/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/age-rating-questionnaire-now-includes-social-media-questions/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/age-rating-questionnaire-now-includes-social-media-questions/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/shhh-its-a-secret-this-is-the-best-way-to-have-a-private-conversation-on-your-iphone/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 22:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/shhh-its-a-secret-this-is-the-best-way-to-have-a-private-conversation-on-your-iphone/ ChatGPT Work is designed for longer assignments instead of one-off prompts. It can gather information from connected apps and workflows, create spreadsheets, presentations, documents and web apps, then continue working for hours by breaking larger projects into smaller steps.The new experience runs on GPT-5.6 and includes]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ai-agents-move-deeper-into-business-workflows-with-chatgpt-work-amp-gpt-56/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 21:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ai-agents-move-deeper-into-business-workflows-with-chatgpt-work-amp-gpt-56/ "Widow's Bay" will have a presence at Comic Con this year.
Comic Con, which gets underway on July 23 and runs through July 26, will be held in San Diego and will no doubt be as popular as ever. And Apple TV will back up its recent collection of 89 Emmy nominations with a strong showing.Not only will Apple be present, but it]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-going-big-at-comic-con-with-a-2-hour-panel-and-show-preview/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-going-big-at-comic-con-with-a-2-hour-panel-and-show-preview/ Tim Cook in a previous visit to India — image credit: Apple
India on July 9 removed import duties of 5% to 7.5% on several components used to manufacture smartphones and other electronics. Covered parts include wireless charging modules and lithium-ion cells.Reuters reported that the exemptions remain in effect throug]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/import-duty-cuts-make-india-even-more-attractive-for-iphone-manufacturing/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/import-duty-cuts-make-india-even-more-attractive-for-iphone-manufacturing/ The current iPhone 17 Pro Max
Apple left all iPhone models untouched in its recent and unprecedented price rise, but it was already likely that the forthcoming iPhone 18 Pro range would be affected. Now according to estimates from Counterpoint Research, the bill of materials (BOM) that Apple will]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/price-rises-certain-as-iphone-18-pro-max-component-costs-soar/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/price-rises-certain-as-iphone-18-pro-max-component-costs-soar/ Save $140 on an Apple Watch Ultra 3 while supplies last - Image credit: Apple
Amazon's $659.97 deal is available on the Apple Watch Ultra 3 with a Bright Blue Trail Loop Band in M/L. The 49mm GPS + Cellular model with a Natural Titanium Case is $140 off while supplies last.Buy Apple Watch Ultra 3 for $659.97
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-659-apple-watch-ultra-3-deal-is-about-to-sell-out-grab-the-discount-now/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-659-apple-watch-ultra-3-deal-is-about-to-sell-out-grab-the-discount-now/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/before-ios-27-dont-forget-to-check-out-these-ios-264-features/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/before-ios-27-dont-forget-to-check-out-these-ios-264-features/ Apple wants to bring bigger AI models to the iPhone
The company has already been able to compress the 54GB Qwen 3.6 model to just 4GB. And, importantly, the technology that it uses doesn't impact the model's performance.Apple is already keen to find ways to shrink LLMs that would normally run on servers. The company prefers]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-ai-startup-could-shrink-server-sized-models-for-use-on-iphones/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-ai-startup-could-shrink-server-sized-models-for-use-on-iphones/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/your-old-phone-has-earned-its-retirement-heres-how-you-could-upgrade-for-less-or-even-free/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/your-old-phone-has-earned-its-retirement-heres-how-you-could-upgrade-for-less-or-even-free/ The camera plateau on the current iPhone 17 Pro Max.
Initial rumors claimed that the iPhone 18 Pro Max would see only slight improvement in battery life over the iPhone 17 Pro Max. But then more recently, there was a new claim that the iPhone 18 Pro Max battery would last almost 10% longer.Now leaker Ice Universe has bac]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-maxs-longer-battery-life-comes-at-a-cost-in-weight-and-size/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-maxs-longer-battery-life-comes-at-a-cost-in-weight-and-size/ Apolosign 32-inch Smart Portable TV
The idea of a freestanding, movable television sounds odd at first. Just the same, LG popularized this category with the StanbyME. That wheeled touchscreen doubles as a second display, photo frame, and smart home hub.Apolosign is one of several brands now chasing that idea for less]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apolosign-32-inch-smart-portable-tv-review-very-cool-but-not-great-for-apple-users/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 01:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apolosign-32-inch-smart-portable-tv-review-very-cool-but-not-great-for-apple-users/ Check your drives to make sure they're not formatted as Encrypted Mac OS Extended before macOS 28 arrives next year.As time rolls on, technologies used to power operating systems like macOS are deprecated in favor of newer versions. While most users will embrace the newer ways of working, users of older installations can sometime]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/encrypted-hfs-drive-support-dies-in-macos-28/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/encrypted-hfs-drive-support-dies-in-macos-28/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-find-copy-and-share-wi-fi-passwords-on-your-iphone-and-ipad/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-find-copy-and-share-wi-fi-passwords-on-your-iphone-and-ipad/ Apple hasn't announced the rollout, but the change first surfaced after Apple TV researcher Sigmund Judge identified dozens of eligible series that were automatically upgraded to 4K at no extra cost. The initial rollout includes nearly 50 series spanning dramas, documentaries, reality shows, and children's prog]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tv-show-purchases-on-apple-tv-are-finally-getting-free-4k-upgrades/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tv-show-purchases-on-apple-tv-are-finally-getting-free-4k-upgrades/ The game will remain playable until 11 p.m. Pacific on September 29, when Nintendo will permanently end online service. Nintendo announced the shutdown Tuesday and directed players to updated support policies covering ruby purchases and Gold Pass subscriptions that took effect July 7.Nintendo thanked pla]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/final-lap-for-mario-kart-tour-badly-closes-another-nintendo-mobile-gaming-chapter/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/final-lap-for-mario-kart-tour-badly-closes-another-nintendo-mobile-gaming-chapter/ Nominations for the 78th Emmy Awards have been announced - image credit: Television Academy
In 2025, Apple TV won a record-breaking 22 Emmy Awards, with "Severance" and "The Studio" leading the way. For 2026, neither of those shows were eligible, but a host of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/widows-bay-amp-pluribus-lead-apples-record-breaking-charge-for-2026-emmy-awards/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/widows-bay-amp-pluribus-lead-apples-record-breaking-charge-for-2026-emmy-awards/ A Samsung LPDDR5X memory chip - Image Credit: Samsung
In late June, Apple reportedly asked the Trump administration to allow it to buy RAM chips from a supplier in China that the U.S. had blacklisted. As Cupertino waits on Washington, it is allegedly testing out the memory from the blackballed company.According to two so]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-testing-banned-vendor-ram-is-a-band-aid-not-a-cure/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-testing-banned-vendor-ram-is-a-band-aid-not-a-cure/ Worldwide PC shipments fell 4.9% year over year to 68.2 million units in the second quarter, ending nine straight quarters of growth. A persistent memory shortage prompted manufacturers to build inventory ahead of tighter supplies.Rising component costs also pushed PC makers to raise price]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-the-only-bright-spot-in-a-declining-pc-market-savaged-by-ram-price-hikes/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-the-only-bright-spot-in-a-declining-pc-market-savaged-by-ram-price-hikes/ Apple still uses Qualcomm modems for products like the iPhone 17 Pro.
On June 30, AppleInsider revealed that the iPhone 18 Pro might ship in two region-specific modem configurations: a Qualcomm modem in the United States, and the Apple C2 elsewhere in the world. The information serves as the perfect illustration of Apple's continued]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/all-the-qualcomm-parts-used-in-the-iphone-ipad-apple-watch-and-more/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/all-the-qualcomm-parts-used-in-the-iphone-ipad-apple-watch-and-more/ Save $110 on 512GB MacBook Neo at Amazon.
With Apple raising prices across its Mac and iPad lines, the MacBook Neo is now $110 off at Amazon, bringing the 512GB spec down to $689.99 in the Indigo finish.Buy MacBook Neo 512GB for $689.99
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-knocks-110-off-apples-macbook-neo-today/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-knocks-110-off-apples-macbook-neo-today/ Save $550 on an M5 Pro MacBook Pro with 48GB RAM - Image credit: Apple
Amazon is slashing $550 off an upgraded 16-inch MacBook Pro with a bump up to 48GB of RAM. Released in March 2026, the M5 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro features higher unified memory bandwidth compared to the last-gen model and is equipped with Apple's N1 chip for Wi-Fi 7 an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-m5-pro-16-inch-macbook-pro-with-48gb-ram-plunges-to-3049/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-m5-pro-16-inch-macbook-pro-with-48gb-ram-plunges-to-3049/ Apple's current Apple Vision Pro.
This new report appears to be specifically about the Apple Vision Air, the previously-rumoured Apple Vision Pro successor, that would save money by having lower resolution screens. According to The Elec, Samsung was developing a G-VR display, using a glass-substrate micro-OLED.That project is]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/lower-cost-apple-vision-pro-may-be-dropped-as-apple-focuses-on-ai/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/lower-cost-apple-vision-pro-may-be-dropped-as-apple-focuses-on-ai/ Recent market rumors suggested complex assembly and low manufacturing yields could delay Apple's first foldable iPhone. Multiple unnamed companies in Apple's supply chain disputed those claims after speaking with Cailian News Agency.Suppliers cited by the report said they have entered peak production, r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-delay-rumor-flip-flop-continues-new-leak-says-everything-is-on-time/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-delay-rumor-flip-flop-continues-new-leak-says-everything-is-on-time/ A render of the iPhone Fold - Image Credit: AppleInsider
The fall iPhone launches is a dependable event that runs like clockwork. While this is a good thing for Apple's manufacturing and other teams, it's also highly predictable.Something that other companies take advantage of by launching their own p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/samsung-amp-google-want-to-upstage-iphone-fold-debut-with-earlier-events/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/samsung-amp-google-want-to-upstage-iphone-fold-debut-with-earlier-events/ John Ternus (left) with Tim Cook - image credit: Apple
Tim Cook and Eddy Cue are both regulars at the annual event, held in Sun Valley, Idaho, by investment firm Allen & Company. This year they arrived as usual over the weekend, but as spotted by Forbes, they were joined on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, by John Ternus.It's not clear whe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/john-ternus-takes-his-place-at-the-sun-valley-billionaire-camp/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/john-ternus-takes-his-place-at-the-sun-valley-billionaire-camp/ iPhone connectivity icons
On Monday, chip maker Broadcom declared that it had agreed to extend its working relationship with Apple, with it developing and supplying custom chips up to 2031. Two days later, Apple confirmed the deal was made, and gave some details on the specifics.In a July 8 newsroom post, Apple calls it a "n]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/30-billion-broadcom-chip-deal-is-apple-biggest-amp-fund-investment/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/30-billion-broadcom-chip-deal-is-apple-biggest-amp-fund-investment/ Apple is challenging the DMA in ever higher courts in the EU - image credit: EU
Back in 2023, Apple acknowledged that it qualified under the then-new definition of being what the EU called a gatekeeper service.But key to that is the size of the operation, and since 2024, Apple has been claiming it runs]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/europe-throws-out-apples-attempt-to-free-app-store-amp-imessage-from-regulations/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/europe-throws-out-apples-attempt-to-free-app-store-amp-imessage-from-regulations/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/want-to-lock-or-hide-specific-apps-on-your-iphone-heres-how/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/want-to-lock-or-hide-specific-apps-on-your-iphone-heres-how/ Boox Go 6 Gen II
Boox has refreshed its pint-sized pocket e-reader with a minor spec bump and a new design. Let's see if the Boox Go 6 Gen II is worth picking up or not.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/boox-go-6-gen-ii-review-delightful-just-not-that-impressive/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 02:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/boox-go-6-gen-ii-review-delightful-just-not-that-impressive/ AirPods Pro
Apple periodically updates the firmware of its accessories and peripherals to account for new features being added to its operating systems. With iOS 27, macOS 27, and others undergoing testing, that same process also happens for firmware updates.Tuesday's new firmware, build 9A5314b, is for the AirPods 4, AirPods Pro 3, and AirPods Max]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-firmware-beta-lets-developers-use-new-ios-27-features/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-firmware-beta-lets-developers-use-new-ios-27-features/ Grab deals on MacBook Air models at Amazon and B&H - Image credit: Apple
You can pick up the M5 MacBook Air 15-inch at the discounted price of $1,349 when you opt for the sleek Midnight finish at Amazon and B&H.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-15-inch-macbook-air-m5-dips-to-1349-in-todays-price-war/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-15-inch-macbook-air-m5-dips-to-1349-in-todays-price-war/ Download design kits for Figma and Sketch.
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Read now]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hello-developer-july-2026/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hello-developer-july-2026/ iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max were 8.75mm thick. The iPhone 18 versions could be a lot thicker.The September introduction of the iPhone 18 Pro should introduce a smartphone with a very familiar design. However, a close examination may reveal a considerable difference in thickness for 2026.According to a July 7 post from Fixed Focus Digital on Weibo, Apple's iPhon]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pros-camera-bump-could-be-a-little-bit-thicker/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pros-camera-bump-could-be-a-little-bit-thicker/ The annual 618 shopping festival, centered on June 18, is one of China's biggest retail events and a key sales period for smartphone makers. Counterpoint Research said higher memory costs left manufacturers with less room to offer deep discounts during the shopping event.Apple outperformed most major smar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/higher-memory-prices-squeeze-chinas-smartphone-market-despite-apples-discounts/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/higher-memory-prices-squeeze-chinas-smartphone-market-despite-apples-discounts/ An AirPods Max earcup. Condensation not included.The AirPods Max have been the subject of complaints about condensation buildup, even if that hasn't really translated into significant repairs. That hasn't stopped one lawsuit from taking Apple on, though a judge has seemingly taken the bite out of the legal challenge.Stemming from a 2025 lawsuit,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/no-sweat-most-claims-stricken-in-airpods-max-condensation-lawsuit/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/no-sweat-most-claims-stricken-in-airpods-max-condensation-lawsuit/ Save up to 70 percent on Proton VPN plans during World Cup Sale - Image credit: Proton
No one should be without a VPN in 2026, and Proton's is one of the best VPN options out there. Whether you're keeping your traffic safe from prying eyes or trying to catch the latest anime on Ne]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/everyone-should-have-a-trustworthy-vpn-amp-at-299-per-month-proton-is-a-great-choice/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/everyone-should-have-a-trustworthy-vpn-amp-at-299-per-month-proton-is-a-great-choice/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/want-an-apple-watch-series-10-heres-your-chance-to-grab-one-and-save-a-cool-300/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/want-an-apple-watch-series-10-heres-your-chance-to-grab-one-and-save-a-cool-300/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-youve-been-waiting-to-buy-the-apple-watch-series-11-these-deals-are-for-you/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-youve-been-waiting-to-buy-the-apple-watch-series-11-these-deals-are-for-you/ Sales will continue fine for premium products like the Mac Studio, JP Morgan reckons.Late in June, Apple finally gave in and raised the price of many products, in the face of the global memory crisis. In the view of JP Morgan, it's not that big an issue for the company.In a note to investors seen by AppleInsider on Tuesday, JP Morgan has incr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bullish-jp-morgan-bumps-aapl-price-target-to-345/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bullish-jp-morgan-bumps-aapl-price-target-to-345/ The current-gen iPhone Air
The iPhone Air was a device of compromise, with its thin frame made possible by some size-cutting specification choices. For the second-gen model, Apple is apparently seeking to right one of the perceived wrongs.According to Weibo leaker Digital Chat Station on July 7, citing the supply chain, the iPhone Air 2 will]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-air-2-battery-expected-to-hit-30-hours-of-use-from-a-single-charge/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-air-2-battery-expected-to-hit-30-hours-of-use-from-a-single-charge/ TerraMaster F4-425 Pro review
NAS devices have evolved well beyond simple network drives. They now run media servers, security camera systems, and containerized apps, all from one box on the home or office network.TerraMaster pitches the F4-425 Pro squarely at that all-in-one role. It p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/terramaster-f4-425-pro-review-excellent-set-and-forget-networking-hardware/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 02:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/terramaster-f4-425-pro-review-excellent-set-and-forget-networking-hardware/ Apple Home AI updates are behind an iCloud+ subscription tier
Apple didn't break out exactly what customers might have to pay in order to access its most advanced AI features. While there aren't any separate AI subscriptions or token purchase programs, users will need to spend more cash for the most access.In the mac]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-home-ai-features-locked-behind-2tb-icloud-plan/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 23:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-home-ai-features-locked-behind-2tb-icloud-plan/ Apple warns users before sending prompts to Google Cloud
Apple Intelligence is powered by Apple Foundation Models found on your iPhone and in Apple's Private Cloud Compute servers. Those are distinct features and models from the integrations that utilize third-party AI tools like Google Cloud and ChatGPT.After updating to the latest Ap]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-is-warning-when-your-ai-prompts-go-to-googles-servers-just-like-with-chatgpt/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 23:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-is-warning-when-your-ai-prompts-go-to-googles-servers-just-like-with-chatgpt/ watchOS 27 beta 3 introduces a dedicated Siri app.
At WWDC 2026, Apple's virtual assistant received a long-overdue upgrade. Siri AI, available on iOS 27 beta, supports contextual awareness and understands natural language, effectively making it an Apple-designed chatbot.Initially, Siri AI was made available to developers with an iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple Vision Pro. With Monday's watchOS 27 develo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/watchos-27-beta-3-brings-siri-ai-to-the-apple-watch/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 21:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/watchos-27-beta-3-brings-siri-ai-to-the-apple-watch/ Save up to $500 on blowout 14-inch MacBook Pro laptops - Image credit: Apple
Kicking off the sale is Apple's last-gen M4 Pro 14-inch laptop that's marked down to $1,799. This configuration in Apple's silver finish has a 12-core CPU and 16-core GPU, along with 24GB of unified memory and 512GB of storage.Buy M4 Pro Mac]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bamph-is-blowing-out-m4-pro-macbook-pro-inventory-at-1799/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 21:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bamph-is-blowing-out-m4-pro-macbook-pro-inventory-at-1799/ iOS 27 beta 3 delivers new customization options for Siri AI.
On Monday, two weeks after the arrival of iOS 27 beta 2, Apple made the third developer beta available for download. While iOS 27 beta 1 delivered the long-overdue Siri AI, the second beta included enhancements for the Apple Home and Apple Wallet apps.Notably, for most, the entire Siri AI model needs to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-in-ios-27-beta-3-siri-ai-voice-customization-options/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 20:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-in-ios-27-beta-3-siri-ai-voice-customization-options/ An earlier iOS 27 beta screen
The developer beta program for the 27-gen operating systems is continuing with its third round of builds. All to make sure that the versions that ship in the fall are in top working order for the general public.The third developer builds arrive after the second, which arrived on June 22 for most o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-rolls-out-the-third-ios-27-macos-27-developer-betas/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 19:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-rolls-out-the-third-ios-27-macos-27-developer-betas/ Apple's hardware that works with the 26-generation operating systems - Image Credit: Apple
While the main attention is on the 27-generation, Apple is still making changes to its current-gen operating systems.The fourth developer betas landed after the third, which landed on June 29. The second was distributed on June 15, and the first round came out]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/fourth-developer-betas-of-ios-266-macos-266-land-for-testing/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 19:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/fourth-developer-betas-of-ios-266-macos-266-land-for-testing/ America250 has sealed the nation's official time capsule with an iPhone 17 Pro Max inside. The capsule preserves a snapshot of the United States that won't be reopened until 2276.The collection will be buried on July 4 at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia as part of the country's 25]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-17-pro-max-will-represent-americas-present-in-250-years/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 19:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-17-pro-max-will-represent-americas-present-in-250-years/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-ios-26-features-apple-didnt-put-in-the-keynote-but-should-have/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-ios-26-features-apple-didnt-put-in-the-keynote-but-should-have/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-cheap-phone-of-2026-these-good-phones-are-still-at-reasonable-prices/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 17:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-cheap-phone-of-2026-these-good-phones-are-still-at-reasonable-prices/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/9-reasons-your-phone-keeps-dropping-calls-and-how-to-fix-every-one/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/9-reasons-your-phone-keeps-dropping-calls-and-how-to-fix-every-one/ Save $100 on the Apple Watch Ultra 3 at Amazon - Image credit: Apple
Amazon has cut the price of the Apple Watch Ultra 3 to $699.99, delivering a solid $100 discount on Apple's premium smartwatch. While we've seen the wearable dip to as low as $649 this year, today's offer remains one of the best widely available deals on the current-generation model.Buy Apple Watch Ultra 3 for]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-ultra-3-drops-to-699-with-100-amazon-discount/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-ultra-3-drops-to-699-with-100-amazon-discount/ The current iPhone 17 Pro Max
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Rumor Score: 🤯 LikelyContinue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-max-may-get-significantly-longer-battery-life-after-all/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-max-may-get-significantly-longer-battery-life-after-all/ Broadcom offices - Image Credit: Broadcom
Apple has used Broadcom as a supplier for its iPhone and other hardware for quite some time. However, as threats like the global memory crisis demonstrate, supply chains often aren't as stable as they could be.On July 6, Broadcom confirmed to Reuters that it had agreed to an extension of its partnership with Apple. The deal mea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-amp-broadcom-renew-partnership-through-2031/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-amp-broadcom-renew-partnership-through-2031/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-free-up-iphone-storage-without-touching-your-photos-or-apps/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-free-up-iphone-storage-without-touching-your-photos-or-apps/ Dierdre O'Brien and Tim Cook open Apple BKC, the first Apple Store in India (Source: Apple)
Starting in June 2022, India introduced extra banking laws regarding any online recurring payments, such as subscriptions, and Apple ceased accepting any debit or credit cards in the country. The company said at the time only that it was because o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/four-years-later-apple-bends-to-indias-demands-over-card-payments/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/four-years-later-apple-bends-to-indias-demands-over-card-payments/ Elon Musk denies there's an xAI AI device being prototyped - Image Credit: Tesla
Sunday Reboot is a weekly column covering some of the lighter stories within the Apple reality distortion field from the past seven days. All to get the next week underway with a good first step.
Continue Reading on AppleInsid]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-stats-iphones-and-ai-devices-are-still-a-threat/Sun, 05 Jul 2026 22:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-stats-iphones-and-ai-devices-are-still-a-threat/ What the iPhone Fold could look like - Image Credit: AppleInsider
Apple is widely expected to launch the iPhone Fold this fall, alongside the iPhone 18 Pro. However, the schedule of when it goes on sale could be completely different.According to a Sunday X post by TF Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the supply chain indicates there may not be enough inventory for the iPhone Fo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/folding-iphone-may-launch-in-september-good-luck-getting-it-before-2027/Sun, 05 Jul 2026 17:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/folding-iphone-may-launch-in-september-good-luck-getting-it-before-2027/ Plex logo
On July 1, Plex significantly increased the cost of its Lifetime Plex Plan from $249.99 to a staggering $749.99. While consumers will have missed the boat to get the old pricing, they can still spend $249.99 on something that's not quite as everlasting.Subscribers can sign up for a new five-year]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/plexs-24999-five-year-pass-arrives-after-74999-lifetime-pass-price-hike/Sat, 04 Jul 2026 17:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/plexs-24999-five-year-pass-arrives-after-74999-lifetime-pass-price-hike/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/need-a-new-iphone-or-android-phone-read-my-tips-before-you-shop/Sat, 04 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/need-a-new-iphone-or-android-phone-read-my-tips-before-you-shop/ iPhone Air is a great phone, but the second-generation could be even better
Despite what some vocal online detractors say, iPhone Air has its fans. I'm certainly counted among them.Early reports said Apple's thinnest phone was a "failure" and that the second-generation]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/three-changes-apple-could-do-to-make-iphone-air-2-a-hit/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 21:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/three-changes-apple-could-do-to-make-iphone-air-2-a-hit/ Jon Prosser in a still from one of his Front Page Tech videos — image credit: Prosser
Apple's now year-long case against Prosser had initially seen the YouTuber repeatedly ignoring court deadlines. He began responding in April 2026, and his lawyers have now formally filed his rebu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/leaker-jon-prosser-denies-apples-charges-rolls-co-defendant-under-the-bus/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 19:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/leaker-jon-prosser-denies-apples-charges-rolls-co-defendant-under-the-bus/ The current AirPods Pro in their charging case.
AirPods with cameras may have long been expected, but the most recent leak claimed that Apple has "suspended" the whole project. Whether it has or not, the device got far enough that there are references to it in the latest iOS 27 developer beta./System/Library/AssetsV2/com_apple_MobileAsset_U]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-with-cameras-show-up-in-ios-27-beta-code/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-with-cameras-show-up-in-ios-27-beta-code/ Mockup of how the cameras may look on the expected iPhone Fold - image credit: AppleInsider
Among the more than 630GB of data taken from a Tata iPhone plant in India this week, were documents concerning plans for the iPhone 18 Pro. They included ho]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-leaks-airdrop-security-concerns-and-increased-iphone-fold-orders-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-leaks-airdrop-security-concerns-and-increased-iphone-fold-orders-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/ Hopefully this is just a beta issue, but this Siri AI error comes up a lot.
Even when testing the betas of Siri AI on the same or similar devices, everyone at AppleInsider is having different experiences. For instance, I found that in the first developer beta on both the Mac and the iPhone, Siri AI could]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-is-finally-good-and-apple-is-going-to-win-the-ai-wars/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 14:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-is-finally-good-and-apple-is-going-to-win-the-ai-wars/ Hopefully this is just a beta issue, but this Siri AI error comes up a lot.
Even when testing the betas of Siri AI on the same or similar devices, everyone at AppleInsider is having different experiences. For instance, I found that in the first developer beta on both the Mac and the iPhone, Siri AI could]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-is-finally-good-and-apple-is-going-to-with-the-ai-wars/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 14:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-is-finally-good-and-apple-is-going-to-with-the-ai-wars/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/can-i-take-iphone-photos-underwater-what-ip68-ipx8-waterproof-ratings-really-mean/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 14:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/can-i-take-iphone-photos-underwater-what-ip68-ipx8-waterproof-ratings-really-mean/ Apple Watch with the basic band - image credit: Apple
Apple Watch already tracks a huge number of different health metrics, but Apple has regularly been rumored to add even more sensors via a watch band. According to leaker Kosutami, the company is finally going to do it, although with one significant catch.[Censo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-series-12-may-get-new-health-sensor-in-its-band/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-series-12-may-get-new-health-sensor-in-its-band/ Apple's current AirPods Pro
Back in February 2026, leaker Kosutami claimed that AirPods with cameras were coming, and that they would stay the same price as current models. Now the same leaker is back saying that Apple has suspended the whole idea.That's literally all this routinely brief leaker says. Reposting a previous claim about the device from June 2026 that said just "ca]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-with-cameras-wont-be-coming-any-time-soon-after-all/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-with-cameras-wont-be-coming-any-time-soon-after-all/ Jon Prosser in a still from one of his Front Page Tech videos — image credit: Prosser
Apple's now year-long case against Prosser had initially seen the YouTuber repeatedly ignoring court deadlines. He began responding in April 2026, and his lawyers have now formally filed his rebu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/leaker-jon-prosser-denies-apples-charges-and-blames-everything-on-his-co-defendant/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/leaker-jon-prosser-denies-apples-charges-and-blames-everything-on-his-co-defendant/ Save on OWC Thunderbolt 5 docks, cables, enclosures - Image credit: OWC
The sale includes a variety of accessories for your Mac or iPad, with OWC's 11-Port Thunderbolt 5 Dock especially enticing at $229.99 after a $69 discount.You can also pick up a Thunderbolt 5 cable for $19.99 and a ThunderBay 4 Enclosure for $309.99. The four-bay Thunderbolt (40Gb/s) external]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/grab-owc-thunderbolt-docks-cables-enclosures-from-just-1999-with-exclusive-deals/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/grab-owc-thunderbolt-docks-cables-enclosures-from-just-1999-with-exclusive-deals/ Apple seeks dismissal of YouTube AI training lawsuit
In April 2026, a collection of YouTube channels sued Apple,claiming the company had scraped videos from YouTube to train internal AI models.The class-action lawsuit was headed up by Ted Entertainment, owners of the h3h3Productions channels]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-says-public-youtube-videos-can-be-used-in-ai-lawsuit-defense/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 05:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-says-public-youtube-videos-can-be-used-in-ai-lawsuit-defense/ Anker Solix E10 review: The E10 Power Module connected to the Power Dock.
In rural Ohio, my partner and I have struggled with power outages since we bought our house. The first weekend we moved in, we were hit with a power outage, and as we walked outside, we heard all of our neighbors turning on loud, gas-powered generators.We knew this w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/anker-solix-e10-review-whole-home-battery-backups-finally-come-within-reach/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 02:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/anker-solix-e10-review-whole-home-battery-backups-finally-come-within-reach/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-buy-a-new-phone-until-you-read-this/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 00:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-buy-a-new-phone-until-you-read-this/ The Q3 results will be Cook's last as CEO
Every three months, Apple issues a quarterly report revealing how well it's performed during the period. The third quarter results arrive at the end of July.In a notification to investors and analysts, Apple states that it w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-to-expect-from-apples-q3-2026-results-on-july-30/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 00:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-to-expect-from-apples-q3-2026-results-on-july-30/ Save up to $650 on Apple products for 4th of July.
Holiday deals are in effect in the U.S. and Apple products are now up to $650 off. Highlights can be found below, with even more discounts in our Apple Price Guides.Shop Apple 4th of July deals
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-4th-of-july-apple-deals-89-airtags-ipads-up-to-400-off-macs-up-to-650-off/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-4th-of-july-apple-deals-89-airtags-ipads-up-to-400-off-macs-up-to-650-off/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-iphone-15-series-is-getting-hard-to-find-but-we-found-retailers-and-carriers-with-discounts/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-iphone-15-series-is-getting-hard-to-find-but-we-found-retailers-and-carriers-with-discounts/ The 1TB and 2TB iPhone 18 Pro may not have the same type of storage as lower-capacity models.This latest report suggests that Apple will use the faster TLC storage for the iPhones that people are most likely to buy. But those choosing the larger 1TB and 2TB capacities may be left wi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-rumor-recycles-claims-of-slower-ssd-on-high-capacity-models/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-rumor-recycles-claims-of-slower-ssd-on-high-capacity-models/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-iphone-17-is-the-top-model-of-2026-heres-how-to-get-one-for-free/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-iphone-17-is-the-top-model-of-2026-heres-how-to-get-one-for-free/ Researchers at Jamf Threat Labs have documented a new macOS malware campaign built around an infostealer called PamStealer. PamStealer disguises itself as the Maccy clipboard manager and uses AppleScript alongside a Rust payload to infect Macs.Jamf found that PamStealer verifies login passwords through]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-mac-infostealer-confirms-stolen-passwords-before-stealing-data/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-mac-infostealer-confirms-stolen-passwords-before-stealing-data/ The iPhone Photography Awards winners are in
The 2026 IPPA winners were announced after entries from more than 140 countries were submitted. Four overall winners were announced, ranging from Grand Prix to Bronze.Category winners, runners-up, and honorable mentions were also shared, giving us a wider look at the quality of images that were submitted this]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/gorgeous-shots-winning-2026-iphone-photography-awards-show-old-models-still-cut-it/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/gorgeous-shots-winning-2026-iphone-photography-awards-show-old-models-still-cut-it/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/summer-heat-is-hard-on-your-phone-these-steps-can-help-protect-it/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/summer-heat-is-hard-on-your-phone-these-steps-can-help-protect-it/ Mockup of a possible iPhone Fold design - image credit: AppleInsider
Nothing varies quite like the rumors that the iPhone Fold is or is not going to be launched in September, but the number Apple will make comes close. In April 2026, for example, Nikkei Asia and most other analysts believed that Apple was ordering 7 million to 8 million for the y]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/confident-apple-increases-its-iphone-fold-orders-to-10-million/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 13:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/confident-apple-increases-its-iphone-fold-orders-to-10-million/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/love-wordle-here-are-10-other-puzzle-games-to-try-now/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/love-wordle-here-are-10-other-puzzle-games-to-try-now/ Image credit: RR Auction
RR Auction is currently running a Fine Autographs and Artifacts auction, full of signatures from American presidents, political figures, authors, kings, queens, scientists, engineers, innovators, and everyone in between. Among the famous names is Steve Jobs, Apple's co-founder and former CEO.It's hardly the fir]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/steve-jobs-bicentennial-check-captures-the-birth-of-apple-and-the-pc-revolution/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 03:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/steve-jobs-bicentennial-check-captures-the-birth-of-apple-and-the-pc-revolution/ Apple's iPhone Fold is expected to account for 29% of all foldable smartphone display orders in 2026.
Apple is expected to unveil its first folding iPhone in late 2026. Though the move will mark the company's entry into new smartphone territory, the iPhone Fold could also have a significant impact on overall orders for foldable phone screens.Accord]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-expected-to-take-29-of-2026-foldable-phone-screen-orders/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-expected-to-take-29-of-2026-foldable-phone-screen-orders/ Memory is in short supply globally — Image credit: SK Hynix
The companies in question are ChangXin Memory Technologies Inc. and Yangtze Memory Technologies Co. The companies are on a Department of Defense list of Chinese companies believed to support Beijing's military.According to Bloomberg, talks are still ongoing and nothing is final yet. However]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-weighs-buying-ram-from-two-blacklisted-chinese-suppliers-to-curb-rising-costs/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 23:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-weighs-buying-ram-from-two-blacklisted-chinese-suppliers-to-curb-rising-costs/ Russia has threatened Apple with a nearly $52M fine.
On June 25, the Kremlin demanded answers as to why Russian applications made by VK were removed from the App Store. Apple was accused of removing VK apps and services without "warning or explanation," and Russia threatened to withdraw its cooperation with Apple entirely over the issue.Now, th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-in-russias-crosshairs-again-facing-52m-fine-for-not-installing-state-required-apps/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 23:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-in-russias-crosshairs-again-facing-52m-fine-for-not-installing-state-required-apps/ Elon Musk -Image Credit: Tesla
SpaceX's artificial intelligence arm, xAI, has been working on a considerably more grounded product it wants to sell to consumers, as it competes against Apple Intelligence and other AI platforms. One that doesn't involve being blasted off the planet.Acc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-it-exists-elon-musks-spacex-ai-prototype-hardware-is-thinner-than-iphone/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 23:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-it-exists-elon-musks-spacex-ai-prototype-hardware-is-thinner-than-iphone/ iPad Pro can replace the MacBook Pro for some users
If the rumor is accurate, that moves the iPad Pro from a previous fall launch cycle to the spring. This will help level out Apple's earnings cycle, and move some new releases out of the holiday quarter, and into the spring and back-to-school purchasing season.Any new iPad Pr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-readying-four-ipad-pro-models-amp-entry-m7-macbook-pro-for-early-2027-release/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 23:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-readying-four-ipad-pro-models-amp-entry-m7-macbook-pro-for-early-2027-release/ Elon Musk -Image Credit: Tesla
SpaceX's artificial intelligence arm, xAI, has been working on a considerably more grounded product it wants to sell to consumers, as it competes against Apple Intelligence and other AI platforms. One that doesn't involve being blasted off the planet.According to the Wall Street Journal, E]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/elon-musks-spacex-ai-prototype-is-thinner-than-an-iphone/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/elon-musks-spacex-ai-prototype-is-thinner-than-an-iphone/ Google Gemini Spark - Image Credit: Google
The AI industry has moved in recent times from simply answering queries to managing your local files on your behalf. On Wednesday, Google moved to do the same for Mac users with Gemini Spark.The Google Gemini app for macOS now has an option for Gemini Spark, the search giant confirmed via a corporate blog post. The change]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/googles-gemini-spark-for-macos-will-work-on-your-local-mac-files/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/googles-gemini-spark-for-macos-will-work-on-your-local-mac-files/ Save up to $400 across Apple's iPad line at Amazon.
Amazon's iPad sale delivers prices as low as $559 for Apple's current M4 iPad Air. Higher-end iPad Pro models with 1TB or 2TB of storage are also eligible for steep markdowns, with savings of up to $400 off.Save up to $400 on iPads
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-up-to-400-on-apples-ipad-air-ipad-pro-this-july/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-up-to-400-on-apples-ipad-air-ipad-pro-this-july/ The new Final Cut Camera for iPhone is now on the App Store
Alongside its latest update to Final Cut Pro for the Mac and the iPad, Apple has released a new version of its free companion app, Final Cut Camera for iPhone. This is the app that lets filmmakers shoot simultaneously on multiple iPhones, and have the footage be monito]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-final-cut-camera-tries-to-be-more-useful-for-mac-users/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-final-cut-camera-tries-to-be-more-useful-for-mac-users/ It's a wonder Apple bothered to add menstrual cycle tracking to the iPhone.
Jony Ive once expressed regret for the unforeseen consequences of the iPhone, but he meant for the environment and for people's attention. Not for the birth rate.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/researchers-scapegoat-iphone-for-declining-us-birthrates/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/researchers-scapegoat-iphone-for-declining-us-birthrates/ Macs have become increasingly common across enterprise environments. Security researchers have also documented a growing number of malware families, social engineering campaigns, and persistence techniques built specifically for macOS.Many macOS attacks rely on techniques that differ from]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-jamf-beacon-gives-businesses-active-mac-threat-hunting/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-jamf-beacon-gives-businesses-active-mac-threat-hunting/ Hide My Email on an iPhone
Hide My Email has been a great help for Apple users who need to communicate with services and companies, but don't want to provide their real email address. Spam, as ever, continues to be a problem requiring solutions like this.However, while it is capable of thwarting your typical spammer or marketing-happy small b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-hasnt-fixed-a-hide-my-email-privacy-bug-in-over-a-year/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-hasnt-fixed-a-hide-my-email-privacy-bug-in-over-a-year/ Apple CEO Tim Cook is ready to take on his role as government liaison
WWDC 2026 was focused on system optimization, child safety, and the new Apple Foundation Models. Apple Users in the EU were cut off completely from that last third of the keynote, as those features can't launch in the region as]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cooks-government-liaison-position-comes-into-focus-before-stepping-down-as-apple-ceo/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 02:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cooks-government-liaison-position-comes-into-focus-before-stepping-down-as-apple-ceo/ New details about the iPhone 18 Pro have emerged, thanks to data leaked from Tata.
On June 25, AppleInsider exclusively revealed that iPhone 18 Pro schematics and documents were among the more than 630GB of files taken from Tata in a cyberattack.An initial analysis of the leake]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-leaks-qualcomm-or-apple-c2-model-a20-details-camera-upgrades/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 22:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-leaks-qualcomm-or-apple-c2-model-a20-details-camera-upgrades/ Beats Solo Buds, but in Orange
Owners of Beats earbuds will be familiar with the blindingly bright orange colorway for some of its models. While you could get the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 and Beats Powerbeats Fit in the colorway, you could only get the Beats Solo Buds in a few more muted colorways.Fans of the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-buy-nabs-retailer-exclusive-orange-beats-solo-buds/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 22:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-buy-nabs-retailer-exclusive-orange-beats-solo-buds/ The new "Use Rewards" option appears during Apple Pay checkout when an eligible American Express Membership Rewards card is selected. Card members can choose how many points to apply toward all or part of an eligible purchase before completing the transaction.Eligible cardholde]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amex-cardholders-can-now-use-membership-rewards-during-apple-pay-checkout/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 20:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amex-cardholders-can-now-use-membership-rewards-during-apple-pay-checkout/ Apple brings AI-powered masking tools to Final Cut Pro
On Tuesday, Apple updated its Creator Studio lineup of apps, which it first introduced in late January. Impressively, nearly all of the apps included within the bundle have received some form of update.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-you-wanted-more-ai-in-apples-creator-studio-tuesdays-update-gives-it-to-you/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 20:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-you-wanted-more-ai-in-apples-creator-studio-tuesdays-update-gives-it-to-you/ Discounted AirPods prices are as low as $99 - Image credit: Apple
If you're looking for the lowest price on AirPods, Amazon is offering shoppers a $30 discount on AirPods 4.Buy AirPods 4 for $99
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-99-airpods-4-deal-is-still-in-stock-with-month-end-savings/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 20:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-99-airpods-4-deal-is-still-in-stock-with-month-end-savings/ A Fortnite parody of Apple's famous 1984 commercial - Image Credit: Epic Games.Apple and Epic Games have been impatiently waiting for the Supreme Court to determine whether it will listen to arguments between the two companies. On Tuesday, the answer finally came.Reuters reports the U.S. Supreme Court agreed to hear Apple's argument that]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/us-supreme-court-agrees-to-hear-apples-epic-games-appeal/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 19:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/us-supreme-court-agrees-to-hear-apples-epic-games-appeal/ Apple Watch Series 12 may look different, if you believe one leaker.Like many other Apple products, the Apple Watch generally gets minor annual spec-bump updates, with an unchanged exterior. It's been a few years since the last revision, pro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/stop-us-if-youve-heard-this-before-apple-watch-redesign-will-have-new-band-attachment-points/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/stop-us-if-youve-heard-this-before-apple-watch-redesign-will-have-new-band-attachment-points/ The findings, published on June 30, also identify security flaws in Google and Samsung Quick Share. The CISPA Helmholtz Center for Information Security conducted the research.Researchers Arash Ale Ebrahim and Nils Ole Tippenhauer analyzed th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-airdrop-security-flaws-are-significant-but-arent-a-giant-threat/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-airdrop-security-flaws-are-significant-but-arent-a-giant-threat/ Apple seeks to avoid paying Optis $502 million over alleged patent infringement.
The legal battle between Apple and Optis goes back to February 2019, and there's still no end in sight all these years later. Apple was accused of infringing upon Optis' LTE patents, which ultimately led to lawsuits in both the United Kingdom and the United Stat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-502m-optis-patent-infringement-payment-headed-to-uk-supreme-court/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-502m-optis-patent-infringement-payment-headed-to-uk-supreme-court/ It's fine to be nostalgic for red blobs.
If you joined Apple Music when it first launched and have stayed with it since, you have easily paid out more than a thousand dollars. The price has gone up over the years, too, plus there are more expensive tiers with a family plan, cheaper ones with the student offering, and Apple]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-musics-billions-of-streams-billions-of-dollars-in-fines-and-one-failure/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-musics-billions-of-streams-billions-of-dollars-in-fines-and-one-failure/ Save $450 on an upgraded 2TB 14-inch MacBook Pro today - Image credit: Apple
Amazon's post-Prime Day MacBook Pro deals are selling out quickly as shoppers scramble to grab aggressive discounts on the heels of Apple's price increases.We're following this $450 discount on Apple's latest 14-inch MacBook Pro. This M5 Pro model has 24GB of RAM and 2TB of storage, a bump up]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-450-on-apples-m5-pro-14-inch-macbook-pro-with-2tb-ssd/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-450-on-apples-m5-pro-14-inch-macbook-pro-with-2tb-ssd/ Apple's latest iOS update comprises security updates.
Following a trio of security updates to iOS, iPadOS, and macOS, Apple has announced that it now intends to cut the time between discovery of an exploit and the update to address it. Normally some more minor security updates would have been held until]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-is-delivering-security-updates-faster-to-beat-ai-hackers/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-is-delivering-security-updates-faster-to-beat-ai-hackers/ Bolo, on classic hardware - Image Credit MacMuseum.au
Ages and ages ago, when I was still in the Navy and transferring from one duty station to another, my brother was visiting. It was freezing and snowing, and we were basically stuck in the hotel room, with a U-Haul outside with everything I owned in it.In a hotel in Saratoga Spri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hey-old-school-mac-gamers-bolo-is-back/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hey-old-school-mac-gamers-bolo-is-back/ The iPhone 18 Pro in the videos was silver in color, similar to this iPhone 17 Pro.The hack of one of Tata's iPhone assembly plants in India led to over 630 gigabytes of data being stolen, including some from Apple. With that data being shared online, Apple is now working to take it all down.On Monday, videos were being circulated on X depicting an iPhone 18 Pro u]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-legal-team-is-striking-social-media-sharing-stolen-iphone-18-pro-data/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-legal-team-is-striking-social-media-sharing-stolen-iphone-18-pro-data/ UK Parliament - image credit: Parliament
In February 2026, the UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) got agreements from Apple and Google over changes to their app stores. It was an easy win for the UK, since it just meant the two firms agreeing to issues over transparency that they already did in the EU.According to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/uk-ponders-copying-more-eu-app-store-rules/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 13:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/uk-ponders-copying-more-eu-app-store-rules/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/track-heat-waves-and-other-inclement-weather-with-these-weather-apps/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/track-heat-waves-and-other-inclement-weather-with-these-weather-apps/ Tailscale helps you connect to your Mac remotely, even in tough networking conditions.One of the main benefits of having a gigabit-class Internet connection is being able to connect to your home devices from outside the home. If you needa file from a home fileserver, you have tons of bandwidth so you know you can get it remotely, quickly.However, while having the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-use-tailscale-to-remotely-connect-to-your-mac-from-anywhere/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 04:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-use-tailscale-to-remotely-connect-to-your-mac-from-anywhere/ Apple seeks to avoid paying Optis $502 million over alleged patent infringement.
The legal battle between Apple and Optis goes back to February 2019, and there's still no end in sight all these years later. Apple was accused of infringing upon Optis' LTE patents, which ultimately led to lawsuits in both the United Kingdom and the United Stat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-502m-payment-to-optis-over-patent-infringement-goes-to-uk-supreme-court/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 01:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-502m-payment-to-optis-over-patent-infringement-goes-to-uk-supreme-court/ The Supreme Court rules against the use of geofence warrants
Police subpoena Apple, Google, and other tech companies for precious user location data using so-called "geofence warrants," which can serve as a dragnet to catch a single criminal while implicating many others. The Supreme Court says this method is no longer an op]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/user-location-data-that-google-amp-apple-have-is-protected-by-fourth-amendment-says-scotus/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 23:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/user-location-data-that-google-amp-apple-have-is-protected-by-fourth-amendment-says-scotus/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-everything-we-know-about-apples-upcoming-handsets/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 22:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-everything-we-know-about-apples-upcoming-handsets/ iOS 26.5.2 includes more than 25 security fixes.
On Monday, just under a month after releasing iOS 26.5.1, Apple made iOS 26.5.2 available for download. The update contains more than 25 different security enhancements, and over 15 of them are related to WebKit.Notably, Apple patched two WebKit vulnerabilities that used maliciously crafted web co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-wait-to-update-ios-2652-includes-over-25-security-fixes-for-web-browsing/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 21:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-wait-to-update-ios-2652-includes-over-25-security-fixes-for-web-browsing/ Apple isn't accused of wrongdoing in the lawsuit. Samsung, SK hynix and Micron supply memory used across Apple's hardware lineup, putting the dispute much closer to customers than it might first appear.The company has already raised pri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-suppliers-samsung-sk-hynix-amp-micron-hit-by-ram-price-fixing-suit/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 20:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-suppliers-samsung-sk-hynix-amp-micron-hit-by-ram-price-fixing-suit/ Apple has rolled out a security update for iPhone
Apple pushed out three new updates on Monday in an effort to patch an apparent security flaw. As of publication, Apple has not specified what issue the patch is meant to fix.Because Apple has not announced what is in the update, it is also possible that it contains bug fixes as well.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Di]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-2652-security-patch-arrives-for-ios-ipados-macos/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 20:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-2652-security-patch-arrives-for-ios-ipados-macos/ Apple's hardware that works with the 26-generation operating systems - Image Credit: Apple
Apple is in the phase of the year where it has two developer beta tracks running at the same time. While the main attention is on the 27-generation, it is also still building for its current-gen operating systems.The third developer betas landed after]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/third-developer-betas-of-ios-266-macos-266-arrive-with-ios-2652-release/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/third-developer-betas-of-ios-266-macos-266-arrive-with-ios-2652-release/ Play let developers quickly prototype apps - image credit: Rabbit 3 Times, Inc
Following Apple's acquisition of the open-source Swift Package Index, it's now been revealed that it entered a deal with the Play company. Rather than an outright acquisition, the deal reportedly sees Apple acquiring assets and having the option to hire certain staff.So]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-design-award-winner-acquired-by-apple-for-new-swift-tools/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-design-award-winner-acquired-by-apple-for-new-swift-tools/ Users will be able to share a WhatsApp username instead of their phone number. A username could make it easier to connect with a new classmate, neighbor, or someone they meet at an event.Usernames also let people join community or parent group chats without sharing a phone number with everyone in the conve]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/whatsapps-new-username-system-keeps-phone-numbers-private-by-design/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/whatsapps-new-username-system-keeps-phone-numbers-private-by-design/ Smart Home Insider Podcast
Joining as this week's guest host is Ann Olivo. Olivo serves as the Corporate Campaigns Manager for Silicon Labs, as well as the VP of Marketing for the Thread Group.The topic comes just a week after Unify, a public-facing conference put on by the Connectivity Standards Alliance. Thread, as many other group]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-thread-is-fixing-smart-home-networks-on-smart-home-insider/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 17:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-thread-is-fixing-smart-home-networks-on-smart-home-insider/ Apple launched the iPhone in 2007 - image credit: Apple
It was on June 29, 2007, that the original iPhone went on sale in the US, and arguably that was the day that it truly began shaking up what users expected from a phone.We and the phone industry had already known all]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-iphone-went-on-sale-19-years-ago-today-and-changed-the-world/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 17:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-iphone-went-on-sale-19-years-ago-today-and-changed-the-world/ Save $350 on a 1TB 14-inch MacBook Pro at Amazon - Image credit: Apple
With price increases announced by Apple last week on its MacBook and iPad lines, it's worth considering grabbing this $1,649.99 special at Amazon before the $350 discount ends.Buy 14" MacBook Pro M5 for $1,649.99
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-350-on-apples-14-inch-macbook-pro-m5-right-now-at-amazon/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 17:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-350-on-apples-14-inch-macbook-pro-m5-right-now-at-amazon/ A TrendForce report published on June 29 says Apple plans to gradually adopt OLED panels that cover 95% of the BT.2020 color gamut in future MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, and iMac models. Reaching that wider color standard will require a new generation of OLED emissive materials.The research firm sa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/future-oled-macs-may-get-a-major-color-accuracy-upgrade/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/future-oled-macs-may-get-a-major-color-accuracy-upgrade/ Dies on wafers. Image credit: TSMC
Apple is just months away from introducing its iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, and the rumors about it continue to flow. The latest leak is about its internals, and how it could help improve performance.A supposed image of the motherboard used in the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max was]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/a20-pro-leak-shows-how-iphone-18-pro-will-run-faster-and-cooler/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/a20-pro-leak-shows-how-iphone-18-pro-will-run-faster-and-cooler/ Tim Cook in a previous visit to India — image credit: Apple
In 2021, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) began investigating Apple after receiving a complaint against its App Store fees. In 2024, it accused Apple of antitrust practices, and the company has been consistently arguing a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/indias-38-billion-antitrust-case-is-plagiarized-and-should-be-scrapped-says-apple/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/indias-38-billion-antitrust-case-is-plagiarized-and-should-be-scrapped-says-apple/ The current iPhone 17 and iPhone 17e
Backing up part of a previous report about the iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e, this new claim by leaker Digital Chat Station says the two will have different screen technologies. Writing on Chinese social media site Weibo, the leaker lists:iPhone 18 with 6.3-inch 120Hz LTPO OLED]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/no-promotion-for-iphone-18e-claims-leaker/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 13:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/no-promotion-for-iphone-18e-claims-leaker/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-pay-full-price-before-checking-these-airpods-4-deals-weve-found/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-pay-full-price-before-checking-these-airpods-4-deals-weve-found/ Save up to $650 on current MacBook Pros at Amazon - Image credit: Apple
Amazon's month-end MacBook Pro sale offers deals from $1,649.99, which after Apple raised prices on June 25, provides up to $650 in savings on M5, M5 Pro, and M5 Max 14-inch and 16-inch models.Save up to $650 on MacBook Pros
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-up-to-650-on-apples-latest-macbook-pros-with-month-end-deals/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-up-to-650-on-apples-latest-macbook-pros-with-month-end-deals/ Planet of the Apps, Apple's first attempt to make a proper game show. Image Credit: Apple
Anyone paying a subscription expects to get their money's worth from their monthly outlay, especially when it comes to streaming services. I occasionally look at the collection that I pay for each month, and if I haven't watched it enough i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-apples-gameshow-phobia-wont-change-anytime-soon/Sun, 28 Jun 2026 22:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-apples-gameshow-phobia-wont-change-anytime-soon/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/these-fourth-of-july-deals-are-the-perfect-time-to-grab-a-new-iphone-for-free/Sun, 28 Jun 2026 21:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/these-fourth-of-july-deals-are-the-perfect-time-to-grab-a-new-iphone-for-free/ A homebrew Apple II Clone - Image Credit: Simon Boak/Unimplementedtrap.com
If someone wants to get the experience of using Apple's vintage products, they often turn to a software emulator. However, as one project proves, it's possible to get the same effect by focusing on the hardware side.Posted on Sunday by Simon Boak, the SB Mini II is referred t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-homebrew-apple-ii-skips-emulation-does-it-all-in-hardware/Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-homebrew-apple-ii-skips-emulation-does-it-all-in-hardware/ Mac Studio
The Apple Silicon chip series consists of four tiers, with the standard base model, Pro, and Max variants appearing in every generation. The fourth, the Ultra chip, hasn't seen a release since the M3 Ultra, with the M4 Ultra skipped entirely.The Mac Studio is the model of Mac to get if you want the massive number of cores that the Ultr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m5-ultra-mac-studio-still-due-in-2026-m7-ultra-in-2028/Sun, 28 Jun 2026 16:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/m5-ultra-mac-studio-still-due-in-2026-m7-ultra-in-2028/ Apple Orland Square Mall - Image Credit: Apple
The latest from 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-school-board-vice-president-accused-of-having-illicit-images-on-iphone/Sun, 28 Jun 2026 13:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/crime-blotter-school-board-vice-president-accused-of-having-illicit-images-on-iphone/ Plex logo
Price rises are a regular occurrence for most online services, and that even includes self-hosted streaming platforms. However, for a particular segment of Plex users, one extremely expensive jump in price is on the horizon.Back in May, Plex warned that it will be raising the price of its Lifetime Plex Pass,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/psa-lifetime-plex-plan-goes-from-24999-to-a-painful-74999-on-july-1/Sat, 27 Jun 2026 18:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/psa-lifetime-plex-plan-goes-from-24999-to-a-painful-74999-on-july-1/ Save up to $650 on Apple products at Amazon - Image credit: Apple
Prime Day 2026 may be over, but aggressive deals still remain in effect across Apple hardware, especially considering Apple raised prices on Macs and iPads on Thursday. Save up to $650 on Apple devices during the weekend sale.Shop Apple deals on Amazon
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-prime-day-deals-are-still-live-save-up-to-650-on-mac-ipad-airpods/Sat, 27 Jun 2026 16:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-prime-day-deals-are-still-live-save-up-to-650-on-mac-ipad-airpods/ Several Apple Watch Prime Day deals have been extended - Image credit: Apple
Amazon's Prime Day Apple Watch sale delivered the year's lowest prices on several Series 11 and Ultra 3 models. And while Prime Day wrapped up on Friday, multiple offers have been extended into the weekend, including the Series 11 for $279 ($120 off) and the Ultra 3 for $649 ($]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-extends-279-apple-watch-series-11-649-ultra-3-prime-day-deals/Sat, 27 Jun 2026 15:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-extends-279-apple-watch-series-11-649-ultra-3-prime-day-deals/ A Samsung LPDDR5X memory chip - Image Credit: Samsung
The tech industry is continuing to struggle with keeping the cost of manufacturing low due to the ongoing demand for memory chips. While Apple is also affected and now passing down the costs to consumers, it's still trying to find ways around the problem.According to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-wants-to-buy-ram-from-chinese-supplier-blacklisted-in-the-us/Sat, 27 Jun 2026 14:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-wants-to-buy-ram-from-chinese-supplier-blacklisted-in-the-us/ Save $450 on 1TB MacBook Air 13-inch while supplies last - Image credit; Apple
After many M5 MacBook Air deals sold out during Prime Day, two of the top choices at Amazon have been extended into the weekend. Save $450 on the 13-inch MacBook Air M5 with 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage.On sale for $1,149.99, only select colors are available at press time due to the increased demand after Ap]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-1149-1tb-macbook-air-m5-deal-has-been-extended-save-450/Sat, 27 Jun 2026 14:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-1149-1tb-macbook-air-m5-deal-has-been-extended-save-450/ Ron Johnson was Apple's head of retail. Image Credit: Tech CrunchContinue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ron-johnson-breaks-his-silence-on-forging-apple-retail-with-steve-jobs/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 23:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ron-johnson-breaks-his-silence-on-forging-apple-retail-with-steve-jobs/ Save $850 on M5 Max 16-inch MacBook Pro in final hours of Prime Day - Image credit: Apple
Prime Day ends tonight, and there's a high likelihood this 16-inch MacBook Pro will go up in price. That's because Amazon is currently knocking $850 off Apple's revised MSRP for the high-end M5 Max model with an 18-core CPU and 40-core GPU,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-850-on-m5-max-macbook-pro-16-inch-with-last-minute-prime-day-deal/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-850-on-m5-max-macbook-pro-16-inch-with-last-minute-prime-day-deal/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-everything-we-know-about-apples-biggest-updates/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-everything-we-know-about-apples-biggest-updates/ ChatGPT Logo
Longtime Apple executive Paul Meade, known for his work on the Apple Vision Pro, is reportedly leaving Cupertino for Mission Bay. There, he'll join OpenAI alongside fellow Apple alumni Jony Ive, Tang Tan, and Evans Hankey.According to Bloomberg, the vice president of hardware engineering for the Vision Products Group is set to depart for OpenAI at some point in the next w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/openai-has-poached-another-apple-executive-for-its-hardware-division/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/openai-has-poached-another-apple-executive-for-its-hardware-division/ The Verge reported on June 26 that Assa Abloy laid off most of Level Home's employees and is folding the smart lock maker into its Kwikset brand. Assa Abloy disputed reports that Level was shutting down.The company said it will continue developing, selling, and supporting its smart locks whil]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/level-lock-team-gutting-leaves-unanswered-questions/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 20:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/level-lock-team-gutting-leaves-unanswered-questions/ The MacBook Pro is expected to receive an OLED panel in 2027 or 2026.
While AppleInsider readers have wanted a Mac with an OLED screen for years, actual claims of an OLED-equipped MacBook Pro date back to at least 2019. As for when such an upgrade might arrive, it depends on who you ask.Leakers and analysts alike have h]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/oled-touchscreen-and-more-what-to-expect-from-the-2027-macbook-pro/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 20:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/oled-touchscreen-and-more-what-to-expect-from-the-2027-macbook-pro/ A20 is expected to bring more RAM to entry-level iPhones
Supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo believes that the lower-end models, likely to be the iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e, will have 1GB more RAM than the outgoing iPhone 17 and iPhone 17e.As for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, Kuo expects those phones to sport 12GB]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-rumored-to-have-slightly-more-ram-might-improve-ai-performance/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 19:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-rumored-to-have-slightly-more-ram-might-improve-ai-performance/ Genden Phuntsok in "Tenzing."
"Tenzing" opens in select theaters on October 9 before making its debut on Apple TV on October 16. Apple announced the release dates alongside the film's first details, cast, and creative team.Genden Phuntsok stars as Tenzing Norgay, while Tom Hiddleston plays]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-first-cinematic-event-in-2026-is-everest-ascent-saga-tenzing/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 19:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-first-cinematic-event-in-2026-is-everest-ascent-saga-tenzing/ Apple's current MacBook Pro
Previous reports that Apple intends to skip the M6 processor presumed that it was for later models rather than the forthcoming MacBook Pro with a touch OLED display. Now it seems that this MacBook Pro won't get an M6, and instead will stay with the present M5 generation.According to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/touchscreen-macbook-pro-will-stick-with-m5-for-first-release/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/touchscreen-macbook-pro-will-stick-with-m5-for-first-release/ Grab Apple Prime Day deals now before price increases take effect - Image credit: Apple
The final day of Prime Day sees a return of popular Apple deals that are even more attractive considering Apple raised prices on Thursday.Get Prime Day deals
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On Wednesday evening, a pair of earthquakes, known as a doublet, struck Venezuela's northern coast. The first was a 7.2 magnitude quake, followed by a magnitude 7.5 quake less than one minute later, according to the Associated Press.The earthquakes have left thousands of people injured and have killed at least 589 people at the time of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-will-provide-aid-to-victims-of-devastating-back-to-back-earthquakes-in-venezuela/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 17:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-will-provide-aid-to-victims-of-devastating-back-to-back-earthquakes-in-venezuela/ Author's Apple Vision Pro and an Xbox controller
Virtual reality gaming has been around for years. While it has advanced over time to accommodate advances in tech, there are still some limiting factors that can get in the way of a great gameplay experience.One of those advances is on-device processing, with hardware like the Apple Vision Pro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-play-steam-vr-games-on-an-apple-vision-pro-using-alvr/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-play-steam-vr-games-on-an-apple-vision-pro-using-alvr/ Apple Watch Prime Day deals from $199 end tonight - Image credit: Apple
Today is the final day to save big on Apple Watch styles at Amazon, as Prime Day ends tonight. With prices falling to as low as $199 and savings of up to $160 off, you can pick up Apple's wearable at a substantial discount, perfect for embarking on a summe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/prime-day-apple-watch-deals-from-199-end-today-shop-now-before-its-too-late/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/prime-day-apple-watch-deals-from-199-end-today-shop-now-before-its-too-late/ Apple hasn't raised prices on everything, but Macs including the iMac have been hit hard.
Join Wesley Hilliard in his studio and William Gallagher at a secret location off a motorway somewhere near London and Apple's UK headquarters, as we break down the news o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/price-hikes-new-betas-and-iphone-fold-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/price-hikes-new-betas-and-iphone-fold-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/15-hidden-ios-27-features-you-can-check-out-in-the-developer-beta/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/15-hidden-ios-27-features-you-can-check-out-in-the-developer-beta/ iPhone accessibility features that can improve your workflow
When it first launched in 2007, the iPhone became an immediate target for criticism. Its touch-based interface was seen as exclusive of users with no or low vision.However, when 2009 rolled around, Apple was ready to start adding in features that were geared towards low-and no-vision u]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/these-iphone-accessibility-settings-can-make-everyday-tasks-easier/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/these-iphone-accessibility-settings-can-make-everyday-tasks-easier/ Grab Apple Prime Day deals now before price increases take effect - Image credit: Apple
The final day of Prime Day sees a return of popular Apple deals that are even more attractive considering Apple raised prices on Thursday.Get Prime Day deals
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-increased-prices-now-is-the-time-to-grab-prime-day-deals-from-11/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-increased-prices-now-is-the-time-to-grab-prime-day-deals-from-11/ Save $350 on Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air M5 while supplies last - Image credit: Apple
Amazon's discounted prices have remained in effect this third day of Prime Day, despite Apple raising prices this morning. Save $350 on the standard 15-inch MacBook Air M5 with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage or $450 on the M5/16GB/1TB model bef]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-1149-15-inch-macbook-air-deal-is-selling-out-save-up-to-450-across-line/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 03:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-1149-15-inch-macbook-air-deal-is-selling-out-save-up-to-450-across-line/ watchOS 27 beta 2 is now available for the Apple Watch Ultra 3.
On June 23, Apple deployed watchOS 27 beta 2, making it available to all compatible models, with the exception of the Apple Watch Ultra 3. At the time, Apple's newest and most expensive smartwatch was left unable to run the software.On Thursday, however, Apple finally addressed]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/watchos-27-beta-2-now-available-for-apple-watch-ultra-3/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/watchos-27-beta-2-now-available-for-apple-watch-ultra-3/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-price-increases-extend-to-refurbished-macs-and-ipads/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-price-increases-extend-to-refurbished-macs-and-ipads/ Grab an iPad for just $299 at Amazon ahead of likely price increases.
Prime Day ends tomorrow, and Amazon's top iPad deals are likely to expire as well. That's because Apple raised prices across its tablet range today and Amazon has yet to catch up on the new MSRPs. That delay is your gain, as you can still sc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-299-ipad-deal-is-in-stock-now-150-off-apples-new-449-price/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-299-ipad-deal-is-in-stock-now-150-off-apples-new-449-price/ A MacBook Pro with M6 could debut this year.Apple is expected to launch its first M6 MacBook Pro laptops later in 2026, but while there would normally be M6 Pro and M6 Max variants, these chips are rumored to not see the light of day.That's according to a Bloomberg report, which claims the entry-level M6 chip will focus on improved memory bandwidth when compared to the M5]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-will-skip-m6-pro-max-chips-in-favor-of-m7-ai-alternatives/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-will-skip-m6-pro-max-chips-in-favor-of-m7-ai-alternatives/ Save up to $450 on the M5 MacBook Air after Apple raised prices - Image credit: Apple
Apple's pricing now starts at $1,299 for the 13-inch M5 model, so you'll want to race over to Amazon to snap up its $949 Prime Day special before prices change.Buy M5 MacBook Air for $949
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-949-m5-macbook-air-deal-is-a-steal-after-apple-raises-prices/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-949-m5-macbook-air-deal-is-a-steal-after-apple-raises-prices/ Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported Thursday that Apple's Back to School offering should arrive by next week. Apple hasn't announced the promotion, though the timing would align with its typical summer Back to School schedule in the United States and Canada.Apple raised prices on several Mac and iPad models on T]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/back-to-school-promotion-could-ease-the-sting-of-apples-higher-mac-amp-ipad-prices/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/back-to-school-promotion-could-ease-the-sting-of-apples-higher-mac-amp-ipad-prices/ Save $450 on this M5 MacBook Pro after Apple raised the MSRP. - Image credit: Apple
If you've been eyeing an M5 MacBook Pro, now is the time to jump on Amazon's Prime Day deals as Apple's price increases haven't taken effect at Amazon yet. Pick up the 14-inch model with a 10-core M5 chip for $1,549. Considering Apple raised the price of this 1TB mod]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/grab-amazons-1549-m5-macbook-pro-deal-a-450-discount-after-apples-price-hike/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/grab-amazons-1549-m5-macbook-pro-deal-a-450-discount-after-apples-price-hike/ Apple shares fell about 4.8% in morning trading Thursday after the company announced the price increases. The announcement followed Micron's blockbuster earnings report, which reinforced Wall Street's view that AI-driven demand will keep DRAM and NAND prices elevated]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-stock-getting-hit-after-price-hikes-analysts-mostly-nonplussed/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-stock-getting-hit-after-price-hikes-analysts-mostly-nonplussed/ Apple increased the price of the MacBook Neo to $699
Apple has also increased the price of a number of products, just avoiding increases on iPhone, Apple Watch, and Airpods. For now.It's the price of the poster child MacBook Neo that is perhaps most disappointing.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/why-the-macbook-neo-got-a-price-hike-and-why-it-really-shouldnt-have/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/why-the-macbook-neo-got-a-price-hike-and-why-it-really-shouldnt-have/ Grab Apple Prime Day deals now before price increases take effect - Image credit: Apple
The third day of Prime Day sees a return of popular Apple deals, with AirPods Max 2 still available at $399, but only the Midnight color remains.Get Prime Day deals
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-just-increased-prices-now-is-the-time-to-grab-prime-day-deals-from-11/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-just-increased-prices-now-is-the-time-to-grab-prime-day-deals-from-11/ Customers shopping for an iPhone, Apple Watch, AirPods, or AirTag won't pay more. Macs, iPads, HomePod mini, and Vision Pro all received price increases after Apple briefly took its online store offline and returned with updated pricing.HomePod mini now costs $129 instead of $99. The iPad Air starts at $749]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-apple-watch-amp-airpods-escape-apples-latest-price-increases/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-apple-watch-amp-airpods-escape-apples-latest-price-increases/ The Mac Studio is the worst impacted in terms of price hikes
Apple CEO Tim Cook had previously warned that Apple would be increasing the price of some products as a result of a global RAM and storage shortage. The shortage has seen prices increase across the board."We have never seen a component]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-confirms-price-hikes-across-macs-ipads-and-more/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-confirms-price-hikes-across-macs-ipads-and-more/ The Apple Store is down right now
When this article was originally published, Apple had yet to confirm why the store is down, but given the timing, it's likely to be preparation for its annual Back to School sale. The sales launch every year around this time, offering students and educators a way to save money on their A]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-store-was-down-to-implement-price-hikes/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-store-was-down-to-implement-price-hikes/ The Apple Store is down right now
Apple has yet to confirm why the store is down, but given the timing, it's likely to be preparation for its annual Back to School sale. The sales launch every year around this time, offering students and educators a way to save money on their Apple purchases.However, it's also possible t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-store-is-down-for-one-of-two-reasons/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-store-is-down-for-one-of-two-reasons/ The Kremlin wants answers after some apps were removed from the Russian App Store
The Kremlin demanded an explanation after VK sounded the alarm. The company says that Apple's removal of the apps is restricting "access to popular services used by tens of millions of people]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/kremlin-demands-answers-over-removal-of-apps-from-the-app-store/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/kremlin-demands-answers-over-removal-of-apps-from-the-app-store/ iPhone 18 Pro logic board schematics were taken from Tata in a 2026 cyberattack.
On June 23, it was reported that Tata, an Apple supply chain partner, had been the target of a cyberattack in India. Tata, along with Foxconn, produces iPhone components and assembles models like the iPhone 17 Pro.More than 630GB of confidential]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-board-schematics-a20-pro-data-c2-modem-files-stolen-from-tata/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-board-schematics-a20-pro-data-c2-modem-files-stolen-from-tata/ The iPhone Ultra is just the beginning.
Apple's first foldable iPhone now looks increasingly likely to be called iPhone Ultra. But in a post to Weibo, leaker Digital Chat Station says Apple has already confirmed development of the second-gen model.However, with Apple thought to be working on an iPhone Air 2, the likelihoo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/leak-claims-iphone-ultra-2-is-already-greenlit-but-maybe-not-iphone-air-3/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/leak-claims-iphone-ultra-2-is-already-greenlit-but-maybe-not-iphone-air-3/ Get Samsung's M8 monitor for just $299.99 to pair with your Mac - Image credit: Samsung
Beating Amazon's Prime Day price by $85, B&H Photo has dropped the Samsung M8 display to just $299.99 during its 24-hour Deal Zone event.Save $400 on Samsung M8 monitor
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bamph-slashes-samsung-m8-32-inch-usb-c-monitor-to-299-today-only/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 06:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bamph-slashes-samsung-m8-32-inch-usb-c-monitor-to-299-today-only/ Heavys H1HMost headphones are designed to be broadly neutral, or to flatter whatever genre the buyer happens to favor. The Heavys H1H takes a different approach entirely.It is built around the idea that rock and metal have specific sonic]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/heavys-h1h-headphones-review-better-for-rock-listeners-than-airpods-max-for-half-the-price/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 02:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/heavys-h1h-headphones-review-better-for-rock-listeners-than-airpods-max-for-half-the-price/ Google is offering external payment options and lower fees. Image source: Google
Apple's App Store commissions have been contested globally for years, yet they remain the same in most places. In the US, it's still a flat 30% for most purchases and 15% for developers in the Small Business Program o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/googles-new-payment-policies-are-a-preview-of-what-could-come-to-apple-platforms/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 02:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/googles-new-payment-policies-are-a-preview-of-what-could-come-to-apple-platforms/ Save up to $700 with Prime Day OLED TV deals - Image credit: LG
Whether you're looking to run an OLED TV as an external display for your Mac or want to swap out your existing living room TV to stream programming, there are numerous Prime Day OLED TV deals in effect this week.Shop Prime Day TV deals
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-prime-day-oled-tv-deals-from-lg-samsung-sony-start-at-just-797/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 22:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-prime-day-oled-tv-deals-from-lg-samsung-sony-start-at-just-797/ Get Paramount Plus for just $0.99 per month for 2 months - Image credit: Paramount
The summer is upon us, and while we should all be going outside and enjoying the sunshine, it's also a great opportunity to catch up on TV. Thanks to one deal from Paramount Plus, you can do that without spending much money at all.New and eligible former subscribers can sign up]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/flash-deal-get-paramount-plus-for-just-099mo-for-two-months/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 20:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/flash-deal-get-paramount-plus-for-just-099mo-for-two-months/ A render of the rumored Apple Ring
I hate the Apple Watch. I know, I know, heresy, but I do.And I don't even hate it for a singular reason. I hate it for a multitude of reasons, which is impressive, because I've bought three in my lifetime.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-ring-would-dominate-the-fitness-market-which-is-why-it-cant-exist/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 20:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-ring-would-dominate-the-fitness-market-which-is-why-it-cant-exist/ The new discounts cut $5 off the AirTag 2 single-pack and $10 off the four-pack. Both offers represent the lowest prices seen thus far for Apple's latest item tracker, giving shoppers an opportunity to save before Prime Day ends on June 26.The deals are available through Amazon and apply to Apple's recent]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airtag-2-hits-24-and-gives-shoppers-one-of-the-best-apple-prime-day-deals/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airtag-2-hits-24-and-gives-shoppers-one-of-the-best-apple-prime-day-deals/ A render of a potential iPhone Fold design - image credit: AppleInsider
Apple is widely expected to bring out its first foldable smartphone, the iPhone Fold, in September. In a Wednesday report about the supply chain, Apple is forging ahead with mass production in the next month.According to interviews wi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/folding-iphone-hinge-issues-may-have-been-worked-out-rumored-to-ship-in-fall/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/folding-iphone-hinge-issues-may-have-been-worked-out-rumored-to-ship-in-fall/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-ultra-or-iphone-fold-heres-everything-the-leaks-say-about-apples-2026-foldable/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-ultra-or-iphone-fold-heres-everything-the-leaks-say-about-apples-2026-foldable/ Apple biographies are on sale at Amazon.
We at AppleInsider chiefly deal with the current state of Apple and associated news stories. But it's always good to look back at the company's history to get a more rounded view of its activities.What follows is a selection of biographies, dealing with the company's history through good times and bad,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/learn-about-apples-history-with-prime-day-book-deals-at-up-to-65-off/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/learn-about-apples-history-with-prime-day-book-deals-at-up-to-65-off/ Swift icon - image credit: Apple
It's now a startling 12 years since Apple launched its Swift programming language for apps, and key to it from 2015 has been that it is open source. The aim was to build a community of developers, and one group that helped this was behind the Swift Package Index.The Swift Package Index gave developers one trusted locat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/developer-resource-swift-package-index-to-stay-open-source-after-apple-acquisition/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/developer-resource-swift-package-index-to-stay-open-source-after-apple-acquisition/ Researchers disclosed the findings ahead of a planned Black Hat Arsenal presentation in August, where they'll demonstrate an open-source tool called XPC Hunter. XM Cyber reported successful attacks against CrowdStrike Falcon and Kandji on macOS.The firm's reported technique isn't a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-macos-security-flaw-could-let-hackers-disable-protection-tools-researchers-say/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-macos-security-flaw-could-let-hackers-disable-protection-tools-researchers-say/ Apple Watch Series 11 (46mm, Cellular) has dipped to the lowest price ever - Image credit: Apple
The $150 discount on day 2 of Prime Day reflects steeper savings compared to yesterday, with this Apple Watch Series 11 model dropping to the lowest price on record. This 46mm model offers the larger aluminum case size, along with GPS + Cellular functionality.Buy 46mm Cellular S11 for $379
Contin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-series-11-46mm-cellular-plunges-to-record-low-379-for-prime-day/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-series-11-46mm-cellular-plunges-to-record-low-379-for-prime-day/ Day 2 of Prime Day delivers up to 71% off Apple gear - Image credit: Apple, Amazon
The second day of Prime Day is well underway, with Apple's iPad mini getting a steeper markdown at $100 off. Plus, grab some of the year's lowest prices on dozens of products before Amazon's shopp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-apple-prime-day-2-deals-slash-prices-to-as-low-as-11/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 14:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-apple-prime-day-2-deals-slash-prices-to-as-low-as-11/ SignalTrace sensors can detect Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and RFID signals - image credit: Leonardo
Automatic License Plate Recognition (ALPR) is already common worldwide, and Australian police even have a CarPlay app that identifies nearby cars. But]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/cops-will-soon-upgrade-to-license-plate-readers-that-can-track-your-iphone-and-airpods-in-public/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 14:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/cops-will-soon-upgrade-to-license-plate-readers-that-can-track-your-iphone-and-airpods-in-public/ Save $100 on every iPad mini 7 for Prime Day - Image credit: Apple
Pick up the $399.99 special at Amazon on day 2 of the annual Prime Day event. This new markdown reflects a $100 discount off retail on the 8.3-inch tablet.Buy iPad mini 7 for $399.99
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-ipad-mini-7-lands-prime-day-price-drop-to-399/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-ipad-mini-7-lands-prime-day-price-drop-to-399/ For 24 hours only, get a MacBook Air 15-inch for just $949 - Image credit: Apple
For 24 hours only, pick up Apple's last-gen M4 MacBook Air 15-inch for $949 at Apple Authorized Reseller B&H Photo. Available in your choice of Midnight or Sky Blue, this laptop originally retailed for $1,199.Buy 15" MacBook Air M4 for $949
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/grab-apples-15-inch-macbook-air-m4-for-just-949-today-only/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 06:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/grab-apples-15-inch-macbook-air-m4-for-just-949-today-only/ The iPhone Fold might feature a Samsung OLED display.
Apple's first foldable iPhone is slated to debut in 2026. While it will mark Apple's entry into new smartphone territory, its displays will seemingly be produced by a tried-and-true Apple supply chain partner.On Tuesday, mere days after the claim of Samsung OLED panels on the iPhone Fo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-amp-touchscreen-macbook-pro-again-rumored-to-have-samsung-displays/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 01:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-amp-touchscreen-macbook-pro-again-rumored-to-have-samsung-displays/ Apple Invites now lets users co-host events.
Back in February 2025, the Apple Invites app made its way to the App Store. With it, iOS users can create party or event invitations, manage RSVPs, share links, and more.On Tuesday, Apple released version 1.9 of its event invitation app, which includes a new co-hosting capabil]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/co-hosting-amp-guest-list-visibility-finally-arrives-for-apple-invites/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/co-hosting-amp-guest-list-visibility-finally-arrives-for-apple-invites/ Updates to Liquid Glass
Expanded component and state support
Naming changes to better align with code
Improved resizing
The addition of Dark Mode for macOS
Download the design kits from the Apple Design Resources]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/design-kits-for-ios-ipados-and-macos-27-are-here/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 23:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/design-kits-for-ios-ipados-and-macos-27-are-here/ TerraMaster F2-425
Storage is an ever-present problem for computer users. While you can add an external drive to a Mac, it doesn't fix your capacity problems on your iPhone or iPad, or even other computers.Cloud storage is an option, but one that requires massive amounts of bandwidth. That's not great when i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bump-up-your-storage-with-prime-day-nas-deals-at-up-to-215-off/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 22:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bump-up-your-storage-with-prime-day-nas-deals-at-up-to-215-off/ New icons on an Apple Watch in watchOS 27
On Monday, Apple released the second round of developer betas for iOS 27, macOS 27, and the rest of the lineup. That is, except for watchOS 27.That has changed, as Apple has rolled out the second developer beta of watchOS 27 on Tuesday. The reason behind the delay isn't known.
Continue Reading on App]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-rolls-out-watchos-27-beta-2-for-apple-watch/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 20:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-rolls-out-watchos-27-beta-2-for-apple-watch/ An unauthorized actor accessed LastPass's Salesforce environment using OAuth tokens stolen from third-party vendor Klue. The breach exposed sensitive customer details including names, phone numbers, and support records.The incident was limited to sy]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/lastpass-user-data-stolen-by-hackers-again/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 20:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/lastpass-user-data-stolen-by-hackers-again/ Save up to $250 on iPads for Prime Day 2026 - Image credit: Apple
Prime Day 2026 has seen price drops on dozens of Apple products, and iPads are no exception. With deals delivering prices as low as $299 and discounts of up to $250 off, there's a markdown for nearly every budget.Get Prime Day iPad deals from $299
Co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-prime-day-ipad-deals-slash-prices-to-as-low-as-299/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 19:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-prime-day-ipad-deals-slash-prices-to-as-low-as-299/ Add more ports to your MacBook Pro with a Thunderbolt dock
Apple's current Mac lineup includes desktop models with quite a few ports, as well as portable models with fewer connectivity options. There are usually enough ports to get things done, but some people want more options.Enter the Thunderbolt dock, which plugs into one of the ports in your Mac. In exchange, you gain]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-prime-day-thunderbolt-dock-deals-deliver-up-to-155-in-savings/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-prime-day-thunderbolt-dock-deals-deliver-up-to-155-in-savings/ Apple Reality Composer Pro 3
Developing new products can always be made easier and faster by incorporating items from external sources. While Apple is like other companies in that it sometimes uses code from elsewhere, usually it's quite good at hiding the sources.A recent beta code delve discovered that there were]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-reality-composer-pro-3-uses-code-from-a-dead-game-engine/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-reality-composer-pro-3-uses-code-from-a-dead-game-engine/ Apple's current HomePod mini
Apple did update tvOS at WWDC 2026, but chiefly to give it a reworked Podcasts app and AI-generated subtitles. Neither Apple TV nor HomePods got their time in the keynote spotlight, but that doesn't mean they won't shortly see significant updates.Apple TV and HomePod were left ou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tvos-27-beta-code-backs-up-homepod-and-apple-tv-siri-ai-rumors/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tvos-27-beta-code-backs-up-homepod-and-apple-tv-siri-ai-rumors/ Whether you're looking for an affordable 4K upgrade, a color-accurate monitor for creative work, a massive ultrawide workspace, or a high-refresh OLED gaming panel, Amazon's latest Prime-exclusive offers cover nearly every category. We've rounded up eight standout monitor deals]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/prime-day-monitor-deals-slash-up-to-50-off-4k-ultrawide-amp-oled-displays/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/prime-day-monitor-deals-slash-up-to-50-off-4k-ultrawide-amp-oled-displays/ Prime Day AirPods Max 2 deals have slashed the price to $399 - Image credit: Apple
You can pick up AirPods Max 2 at a $150 discount at Amazon, which is the lowest price on record for the 2026 release. Walmart is matching Amazon at $399, but both retailers are running out of stock on select colors.Buy AirPods Max 2 for $399
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-max-2-are-marked-down-to-399-for-prime-day-but-theyre-selling-out-fast/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 15:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-max-2-are-marked-down-to-399-for-prime-day-but-theyre-selling-out-fast/ Developers in China are yet again arguing against App Store commission
Chinese developers filed a similar suit in 2017, then App Store fees were targeted in 2021. Following the developers' loss in one case against the company, a Chinese law firm sued again in 2025.Perhaps]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/chinese-developers-rally-against-app-store-fees-yet-again/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 15:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/chinese-developers-rally-against-app-store-fees-yet-again/ All UK iCloud users could get a payout of around $95 after October 2028, if Apple is proved to have overcharged for the service.
The UK's Which? consumer group first filed its complaint over iCloud charges back in November 2024. According to the group, Apple locked "millions of consumers into its iCloud service]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/uks-41-billion-icloud-suit-wont-be-heard-until-late-2028/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/uks-41-billion-icloud-suit-wont-be-heard-until-late-2028/ One of Tata's two iPhone plants in India. It's not been reported which plant suffered the cyberattack - image Credit: Tata
It's not clear from reporting so far whether the Tata plant in India is the same one in Hosur, Tamil Nadu that has recently come under fire for allegedly contaminating local water. What is known, according to Reuters, i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hackers-steal-apple-and-tesla-data-from-tatas-iphone-factory/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hackers-steal-apple-and-tesla-data-from-tatas-iphone-factory/ Best Apple Prime Day deals deliver prices as low as $14 - Image credit: Apple
Day 1 of Amazon Prime Day is in full swing, with record-breaking discounts on a variety of Apple products, from the Apple Watch Ultra 3 down to $649 to AirPods Max 2 for $399.Shop Prime Day deals
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/prime-day-apple-deals-are-live-grab-sale-prices-from-14/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/prime-day-apple-deals-are-live-grab-sale-prices-from-14/ Save up to $200 with Prime Day Apple Watch Series 11 deals - Image credit: Apple
Amazon's Prime Day Apple Watch sale includes discounts across the entire wearable line, but we're pleased to see the Apple Watch Series 11 has received a steeper price drop compared to last week, bringing the wearable down to $279. Save $120 to $200 on numerous styles, including 46mm case options and GPS +]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-apple-watch-series-11-to-279-in-prime-day-sale/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-apple-watch-series-11-to-279-in-prime-day-sale/ Get Prime Day prices from just $799 on Apple's MacBook Air - Image credit: Apple
The discounts span a wide range of MacBook Air configurations. Amazon's Prime Day promotion has reduced prices on multiple M5 models, including the 13-inch MacBook Air with 16GB of memory and a 512GB SSD for $949.Get Prime Day MacBook Air deals]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/prime-day-macbook-air-deals-slash-prices-to-as-low-as-799/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/prime-day-macbook-air-deals-slash-prices-to-as-low-as-799/ Grab the lowest Apple Watch Ultra 3 price on record - Image credit: Apple
Amazon's $649 Prime Day price is available on the Apple Watch Ultra 3 with an Ocean Band. The 49mm GPS + Cellular model with your choice of a Black Titanium Case or Natural Titanium Case comes in one size, so you don't have to worry about finding the right size band if the watch will be a gift.Buy Apple Watch Ultra 3 for $649
Conti]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-ultra-3-falls-to-649-lowest-price-ever-for-prime-day/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-ultra-3-falls-to-649-lowest-price-ever-for-prime-day/ Pick up an Apple Watch Ultra for $499 this Prime Day - Image credit: Apple
Deals are plentiful on both current and closeout Apple Watch Ultra models, with the 2nd generation dipping to $499 and the 3rd generation on sale from $649.
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-ultra-models-plunge-to-as-low-as-499-for-prime-day/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-ultra-models-plunge-to-as-low-as-499-for-prime-day/ You can do Chroma Key in OBS without a green screen, thanks to macOS.Whether it is streaming gameplay to Twitch or improving your Zoom calls, sometimes you want to replace the background with something else. It's unprofessional to have a background that includes piles of dirty clothes, random din]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-make-obs-chroma-key-smarter-by-using-background-replacement-in-macos/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 04:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-make-obs-chroma-key-smarter-by-using-background-replacement-in-macos/ Eddy Cue is Entertainment Person of the Year at Cannes Lions
The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity is underway from June 22 to June 26. It was previously reported that Apple SVP Eddy Cue would be presented as the 2026 Entertainment Person of the Year, and that has now occurred.Eddy]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/cannes-lions-2026-entertainment-person-of-the-year-is-apple-tv-chief/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 04:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/cannes-lions-2026-entertainment-person-of-the-year-is-apple-tv-chief/ Jon Prosser continues to make new videos in spite of Apple's lawsuit
A rumor video posted by Jon Prosser in early 2025 suggested that he had seen the upcoming transparent UI design. Later, a lawsuit from Apple accused Prosser of conspiring with Michael Ramacciotti to steal secret contents of a test device owned by Eth]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/leaker-prossers-default-ruling-set-aside-by-judge-as-apple-lawsuit-continues/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/leaker-prossers-default-ruling-set-aside-by-judge-as-apple-lawsuit-continues/ iOS 27 beta 2 is here with new options in the Apple Home and Apple Wallet apps.
On Monday, two weeks after iOS 27 debuted at WWDC 2026, Apple deployed the software's second developer beta. While iOS 27 beta 1 delivered the long-overdue Siri AI, Monday's update delivers changes beyond artificial intelligence.In the Apple Home app, for instance, it's now possible to update a conne]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-in-ios-27-beta-2-update-an-apple-tv-in-the-home-app-wallet-insights/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 21:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-in-ios-27-beta-2-update-an-apple-tv-in-the-home-app-wallet-insights/ Belkin Prime day Deals
If you've been waiting to pick up a multi-device charger, now may be the time to pull the trigger. Belkin is offering some great deals on two of its popular charging devices, the UltraCharge Pro and the PowerBoost Pro.Get Belkin Prime Day deals
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/belkin-joins-in-for-prime-day-deals-cutting-magsafe-charger-prices-by-up-to-42/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 21:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/belkin-joins-in-for-prime-day-deals-cutting-magsafe-charger-prices-by-up-to-42/ Amazon's best Mac mini deal is back in stock for Prime Day.
With increased demand for Apple's current Mac mini, multiple stockouts ensued when Amazon launched this $769.99 M4 Mac mini deal last week. But Amazon has replenished inventory of the M4/16GB/512GB model just in time for Prime Day.Buy M4 Mac mini for $769.99
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Fo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-769-mac-mini-m4-deal-is-back-in-stock-for-prime-day-2026/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 21:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-769-mac-mini-m4-deal-is-back-in-stock-for-prime-day-2026/ Extending images in Photos for iOS 27
The Photos app has been the beneficiary of a number of generative AI-based tools that use Apple Intelligence. All to try and make your photographs look great.It all started with Clean Up, which let you eliminate unwanted and unsightly elements from your images, and then intellig]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/photos-extend-tool-in-ios-27-does-a-good-job-at-expanding-your-images/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 21:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/photos-extend-tool-in-ios-27-does-a-good-job-at-expanding-your-images/ The second developer beta for iOS 27 is out.The march to the fall milestone operating system release is well underway, with Apple continuing to test out its work on them all. After the expected post-WWDC first beta round, Apple's now moved to its second.The first developer builds of iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, tvOS 27, v]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/second-developer-betas-of-ios-27-macos-27-are-out/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 19:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/second-developer-betas-of-ios-27-macos-27-are-out/ According to The Elec, Samsung achieved production yields above 80% before winning approval. The company has also started operating part of its Vietnam production lines to fulfill an initial order of about 3 million panels.The reported approval is one of the cleares]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/samsung-display-milestone-moves-the-iphone-fold-beyond-rumor-territory/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/samsung-display-milestone-moves-the-iphone-fold-beyond-rumor-territory/ Updates coming to AirPods in iOS 27
The new iOS 27 developer beta is out, and it's given us a sneak peek into what Apple's got in the works. These new updates include the oft-requested customizable EQ, expanded Find My options, and even a major improvement to how you manage your AirPods settings within iOS itself.Subscribe to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-get-customizable-eq-improved-precision-finding-and-more-in-ios-27/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-get-customizable-eq-improved-precision-finding-and-more-in-ios-27/ Smart Home Insider Podcast
Jon Harros is head of testing and certification for the Connectivity Standards Alliance, and he drops in on the podcast from Unify. Unify is the CSA's first public-facing conference on the smart home and there were many announcements from the week.We start the episode going through the news. The bi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/jon-harros-from-the-csa-talks-matter-16-on-smart-home-insider/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/jon-harros-from-the-csa-talks-matter-16-on-smart-home-insider/ Mockup of a possible design for the expected iPhone Fold - image credit: AppleInsider
The likelihood of Apple launching an iPhone Fold in September 2026 seems to change depending on the day. The latest rotating rumors have been either that it's delayed until 2027, or that it is exactly on sc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-supply-chain-source-is-sure-iphone-fold-will-launch-in-september-2026/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-supply-chain-source-is-sure-iphone-fold-will-launch-in-september-2026/ The omission was notable because Apple spent much of the keynote talking about Apple Intelligence and the next generation of Siri. New home hardware was absent from the presentation, even as reports continue to point to updated Apple TV and HomePod models.Apple hasn't explained why those products didn't appear, but the timing raises que]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-left-apple-tv-amp-homepod-out-of-wwdc-and-siri-ai-is-the-culprit/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-left-apple-tv-amp-homepod-out-of-wwdc-and-siri-ai-is-the-culprit/ Find My's changes in iOS 27
Like a lot of other apps in iOS 27, the updates to Find My are not really groundbreaking in nature. But they are still useful.The obvious changes this time are a refinement of the design. The Liquid Glass aesthetic wasn't around for iOS 26, but it's certainly here in iOS 27.
Continue Reading on AppleInside]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-hide-your-location-works-and-how-location-sharing-is-improved-in-ios-27-find-my/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-hide-your-location-works-and-how-location-sharing-is-improved-in-ios-27-find-my/ Early Prime Day sales slash up to 50% off Apple products - Image credit: Apple
From a record-breaking discount on the Apple Watch Ultra 3 at $150 off to a $799 MacBook Air and new low price on AirTags 2, Amazon's early Prime Day Apple deals are plentiful.Shop early Prime Day Apple deals
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-early-prime-day-deals-199-apple-watch-799-macbook-air-beats-89-airtag-2-sale/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/best-early-prime-day-deals-199-apple-watch-799-macbook-air-beats-89-airtag-2-sale/ Intego One is a complete suite of tools for your Mac
There may be fewer viruses and spyware made for Macs, but that advantage is shrinking every day. Apple's protections are robust, but you don't want to go without some dedicated tools to help ensure your data stays yours as you use your Mac.That's w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/your-mac-isnt-immune-to-viruses-amp-surveillance-tools-intego-one-is-here-to-help/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/your-mac-isnt-immune-to-viruses-amp-surveillance-tools-intego-one-is-here-to-help/ Eddy Cue (third from left) with Steve Jobs (far right) and European Commission officers in 2008 - image credit: All About Steve Jobs
There have been many seemingly reliable reports that Apple wanted to buy Warner Bros. to bolster Apple TV's catalog. Yet according to Variety, Apple senior vice president of services and h]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/steve-jobs-would-approve-of-apple-tv-says-cue/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/steve-jobs-would-approve-of-apple-tv-says-cue/ Apple Watch Ultra
It may seem as if the Apple Watch has no real competitors for its functionality, and especially all of its health features. But although it still dominates the market, it's no longer close to the 35.9% it had in Q1 2021.According to Counterpoint Research, the figure for Q1 2026 is 23%. That does come after all smartwatch sales faced]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-sales-rise-but-cant-get-back-to-previous-highs/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-sales-rise-but-cant-get-back-to-previous-highs/ Grab the lowest Apple Watch Ultra 3 price on record - Image credit: Apple
Amazon's $649 early Prime Day price is available on the Apple Watch Ultra 3 with an Ocean Band. The 49mm GPS + Cellular model with your choice of a Black Titanium Case or Natural Titanium Case comes in one size, so you don't have to worry about finding the right size band if the watch will be a gift.Buy Apple Watch Ultra 3 f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-ultra-3-falls-to-649-lowest-price-ever-before-prime-day/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-ultra-3-falls-to-649-lowest-price-ever-before-prime-day/ Save $150 on Apple's new AirPods Max 2 headphones - Image credit: Apple
You can pick up AirPods Max 2 at a $150 discount at Amazon when you opt for the Starlight finish, which is the lowest price on record for the 2026 release. If you prefer another color option, Walmart is matching the $399 price across the line.Buy AirPods Max 2 for $399
Continue]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-max-2-plunge-to-record-low-399-ahead-of-amazon-prime-day/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 08:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-max-2-plunge-to-record-low-399-ahead-of-amazon-prime-day/ Save up to $200 with early Prime Day Apple Watch Series 11 deals - Image credit: Apple
Amazon's early Prime Day Apple Watch sale includes discounts across the entire wearable line, but we're pleased to see the Apple Watch Series 11 has received a steeper price drop today, bringing the wearable down to $279. Save $120 to $200 on numerous styles, including 46mm case options and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-apple-watch-series-11-to-279-in-early-prime-day-sale/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-apple-watch-series-11-to-279-in-early-prime-day-sale/ Amazon's best AirPods Pro 3 deal has returned.
Amazon's best AirPods Pro 3 deal has returned as Prime Day approaches. Grab an $80 discount, which matches the lowest price on record for the earbuds. Considering inventory sold out when the deal was last available, it's worth snapping up the savings now to avoid a possible stockout when Prime Day starts on June 23.Buy AirPods P]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-169-airpods-pro-3-deal-is-back-for-prime-week/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 05:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-169-airpods-pro-3-deal-is-back-for-prime-week/ Jamal Musiala with some taped Beats - Image Credit: Instagram/Beats/Jamal Musiala
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, current Apple CEO Tim Cook warned of price increases, Brazil adopted EU-style App Store rul]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-the-right-marketing-the-wrong-changes/Sun, 21 Jun 2026 22:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-the-right-marketing-the-wrong-changes/ Apple Vision Pro [left] vs Snap Specs [right]
The launch of Snap Specs at Augmented World Expo on June 16 is a big shift forward for the social company. After the previous effort of Snap Spectacles, Snap Specs are a step closer to the augmented reality future by being smart glasses with a built-in display.This is something that bring]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-vision-pro-vs-snap-specs-two-visions-of-face-worn-computing-compared/Sun, 21 Jun 2026 20:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-vision-pro-vs-snap-specs-two-visions-of-face-worn-computing-compared/ John Ternus plans to concentrate on Apple's core strength of design
John Ternus is now best known for taking over as Apple CEO from Tim Cook, but as recently as January 2026, he took control of the firm's design team. Now according to Bloomberg, far from leaving that because of other CEO duties, he i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/incoming-ceo-john-ternus-may-be-looking-to-fix-something-that-isnt-broken/Sun, 21 Jun 2026 16:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/incoming-ceo-john-ternus-may-be-looking-to-fix-something-that-isnt-broken/ A HomePod mini update should finally arrive in 2026
It's no secret that Apple's new AI push will include several new products like the long-rumored Home Hub. However, the timing of some of those products' releases remains in question.According to the "Power On" newsletter f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-home-automation-updates-amp-new-product-releases-will-stretch-into-2028/Sun, 21 Jun 2026 16:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-home-automation-updates-amp-new-product-releases-will-stretch-into-2028/ Apple Briarwood - Image Credit: Apple
The Apple Briarwood store is one of the smallest outlets in Apple's retail empire. However, that will soon change for the better.In Sunday's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg, Mark Gurman writes that the Briarwood Mall store is getting a major upgrade. It will be changing its spot to a larger space w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tiny-ann-arbor-apple-store-will-move-to-a-bigger-space-in-july/Sun, 21 Jun 2026 16:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tiny-ann-arbor-apple-store-will-move-to-a-bigger-space-in-july/ Grab early Prime Day Apple deals from just $14.99 - Image credit: Apple
There are several early Prime Day Apple deals worth checking out this weekend, as the sale festivities kick off. From AirPods 4 for $99 to triple-digit discounts on M5 MacBook Air models, Apple products are a popular pick for Prime Day.Shop Prime Day deals
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Disc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-up-to-300-with-these-early-prime-day-apple-deals/Sat, 20 Jun 2026 23:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-up-to-300-with-these-early-prime-day-apple-deals/ The company unveiled the Aspekt Touch 27 and Folio portable displays at InfoComm 2026, expanding its lineup of touch-enabled hardware for Mac users. Both products let users interact directly with apps, documents, presentations, and creative projects through touch and stylus input.Alog]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-aspekt-touch-amp-folio-displays-bring-touch-first-computing-to-macs/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 19:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-aspekt-touch-amp-folio-displays-bring-touch-first-computing-to-macs/ CarPlay in iOS 27
At WWDC 2026, Apple officially unveiled its next version of iOS. The update, iOS 27, will be released in the fall of 2026 and is packed full of useful new features.CarPlay, Apple's in-car UI, is powered by iOS, so this new software will bring a bunch of enhancements to your car. This year, at least one major feature]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-siri-ai-apple-tv-amp-more-are-like-with-carplay-in-ios-27/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 19:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/what-siri-ai-apple-tv-amp-more-are-like-with-carplay-in-ios-27/ Grab AirPods 4 for $99 ahead of Father's Day.
Early Prime Day deals are running now at Amazon as the retailer gears up for its mega sale starting on June 23. If you're looking for a last-minute gift for Dad, AirPods 4 are marked down to $99 after a $30 discount.Buy AirPods 4 for $99
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-airpods-4-sale-slashes-price-to-99-with-delivery-by-fathers-day/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-airpods-4-sale-slashes-price-to-99-with-delivery-by-fathers-day/ A June 19 interview with TechRadar offered Apple's first public response to questions about the cutoff. Apple Watch and Health Product Marketing Manager Cait Dooley said Siri AI and other watchOS 27 features work best on newer hardware.Apple specifically poi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-leaves-older-apple-watches-behind-without-a-clear-reason/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 17:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-leaves-older-apple-watches-behind-without-a-clear-reason/ A render of a potential iPhone Fold design -image credit: AppleInsider
Of course you haven't been so foolish and reckless as to install the developer betas of iOS 27 and the rest. These do seem to be remarkably stable, but your two hosts have both had problems, and totally different ones.They're not calamitous problems, but th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-snap-spectacles-and-iphone-rumors-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-snap-spectacles-and-iphone-rumors-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/ iPadOS 27 review
The iPad operating system has been on a predictable tick-tock upgrade cycle where one year is significant and the other minimal. Apple focused on Siri AI for its OS 27 releases, but iPadOS 27 still has a few new and useful upgrades.As an iPad-first user, I'm most interested in how iPadOS might affect my workflows each year]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ipados-27-beta-review-your-ipad-now-with-siri-ai/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ipados-27-beta-review-your-ipad-now-with-siri-ai/ Tata's iPhone component production facility in Hosur, Tamil Nadu, India. Image Credit: Tata
Early on June 15, 2026, India's Tamil Nadu Pollution Board (TNPCB) was reportedly threatening to force a shutdown of Tata's iPhone plant. It followed a series of inspections that reportedly found contaminated wastewater had reached local wells.Tata]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-factory-right-back-in-the-spotlight-as-india-opens-new-contamination-probe/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-factory-right-back-in-the-spotlight-as-india-opens-new-contamination-probe/ Steam's macOS Catalina warningValve Software's gaming storefront, Steam, is the biggest of its kind when it comes to PC and Mac gaming. It is essential for any game developer targeting those platforms to put a build on Steam, due to the sheer size of its audience.Howe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-game-developers-need-to-enable-this-in-steam-to-avoid-a-32-bit-problem/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 04:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mac-game-developers-need-to-enable-this-in-steam-to-avoid-a-32-bit-problem/ Apple Music has shared its top 20 artists of all time
Apple Music launched on June 30, 2015, and it celebrated 10 years of streaming with a top 500 songs list. A year on, the streamer has shared a new metric.The new chart is the top 20 artists of all time on Apple Music, shared by Chart Data on social media.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/top-20-most-streamed-artists-on-apple-music-revealed/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 02:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/top-20-most-streamed-artists-on-apple-music-revealed/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-you-want-a-new-iphone-for-free-here-are-the-deals-that-will-get-you-there/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 02:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-you-want-a-new-iphone-for-free-here-are-the-deals-that-will-get-you-there/ Security firm Paradigm Shift disclosed the unpatched exploit, called usbliter8, on June 18. It achieves code execution through a flaw in Apple's USB boot process.The vulnerability affects devices powered by Apple's A12 and A13 chips, including the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR, and iPhone 11 lineup. Sev]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/a12-amp-a13-apple-devices-face-an-unpatchable-securerom-vulnerability/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 20:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/a12-amp-a13-apple-devices-face-an-unpatchable-securerom-vulnerability/ Grab a MacBook Pro coupon at B&H for a limited time - Image credit: Apple
The $170 total discount at B&H is in the form of a $150 instant markdown stacked with a $20 in-cart coupon.Buy 14" MacBook Pro M5 for $1,529
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-1tb-m5-macbook-pro-dips-to-1529-with-bamph-coupon/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 20:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-1tb-m5-macbook-pro-dips-to-1529-with-bamph-coupon/ The changes reflect an agreement with Brazil's competition regulator, the Conselho Administrativo de Defesa Economica, known as CADE, and will arrive as part of iOS 26.5. Developers can begin integrating the new capabilities imm]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/eu-style-app-store-rules-reach-brazil-with-new-app-stores-amp-payments/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/eu-style-app-store-rules-reach-brazil-with-new-app-stores-amp-payments/ Viewers in the United States will be able to watch all Formula 1 Austrian Grand Prix sessions live through Apple TV at no cost. The free access runs from June 26 through June 28 and includes every on-track session, from practice and qualifying to Sunday's Grand Prix.The schedule begins with Practice 1 at 7:30 a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/formula-1-austrian-grand-prix-will-be-free-on-apple-tv-in-the-us/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 18:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/formula-1-austrian-grand-prix-will-be-free-on-apple-tv-in-the-us/ Image credit: Apple TV
The series follows fictionalized versions of McConaughey and Harrelson, a pair of lifelong best friends. After Woody's daughter's wedding falls apart, he turns to Matthew for comfort, only to find out from Matthew's mother that the pair may actually be related.While Woody will do anything to uncover the truth, Matthew finds himself navigating a di]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/woody-harrelson-and-matthew-mcconaughey-team-up-in-apple-tvs-new-comedy-series-brothers/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/woody-harrelson-and-matthew-mcconaughey-team-up-in-apple-tvs-new-comedy-series-brothers/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/need-to-scan-important-documents-use-your-iphones-hidden-scanner/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/need-to-scan-important-documents-use-your-iphones-hidden-scanner/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/changes-to-ios-in-brazil/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/changes-to-ios-in-brazil/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-hidden-apple-setting-helped-me-take-back-control-of-my-iphone-camera/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/this-hidden-apple-setting-helped-me-take-back-control-of-my-iphone-camera/ Intel is confirmed to be producing chips for Apple - image credit: Intel
Following initial rumors that Apple was in discussion with Intel over manufacturing processors, it was revealed in May 2026 that test production had begun.Now in a late-night posting on Truth Social, Trump announced that "Apple has agre]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/trump-confirms-that-apple-will-buy-chips-made-by-intel/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/trump-confirms-that-apple-will-buy-chips-made-by-intel/ Updating your iPad directly through Settings remains the easiest way to keep the device current. Apple can automatically download and install new software overnight while the iPad is charging and connected to Wi-Fi if Automatic Updates is enabled.The seamles]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-update-an-ipad-with-your-mac-when-software-update-fails/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-update-an-ipad-with-your-mac-when-software-update-fails/ Updating your iPad directly through Settings remains the easiest way to keep the device current. Apple can automatically download and install new software overnight while the iPad is charging and connected to Wi-Fi if Automatic Updates is enabled.The seamles]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-update-an-ipad-through-the-macs-finder-when-software-update-fails/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-update-an-ipad-through-the-macs-finder-when-software-update-fails/ Apple Towson is closing. Image source: Apple
On June 20, Apple's first unionized Apple Store will close alongside two other stores in other regions. They're all stores in failing malls, but the problem with Towson in particular is the lack of options employees are getting.An official statement from the may]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/pressure-mounts-for-apple-to-give-unionized-workers-better-options-as-towson-store-closes/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 02:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/pressure-mounts-for-apple-to-give-unionized-workers-better-options-as-towson-store-closes/ Xcode 27 can build entire apps for you with the help of AI. Image Credit: Apple
While WWDC 2026 saw all eyes on Siri AI, as Apple rolled out features that were supposed to arrive two years ago, the company also unveiled AI-focused developer tools. Game Porting Toolkit 4 includes support for agentic coding, and the same is true for Xcod]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-ai-agents-in-xcode-27-make-vibe-coding-easier/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 01:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-ai-agents-in-xcode-27-make-vibe-coding-easier/ Chip shortages could affect iPhone pricing in the fall
One of the most predictable parts of Apple is its price structure. It's basically a feature of the product, so price changes are very rare and heavily considered.In an interview with The Wall Street Journal, Apple CEO Tim Cook says that product prices will have to increase to account]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ai-driven-chip-shortages-to-cause-apple-product-price-increase-says-cook/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 23:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ai-driven-chip-shortages-to-cause-apple-product-price-increase-says-cook/ iPhone Air 2 is expected to add an ultrawide rear camera
The iPhone Air debuted in September 2025 alongside the iPhone 17 lineup as a separate device. It seemed clear at the time that Apple wouldn't be upgrading it annually, at least not at first.The latest rumor places the second-generation iPhone Air]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-air-successor-with-two-cameras-rumored-for-spring-2027/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 23:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-air-successor-with-two-cameras-rumored-for-spring-2027/ iPhone Air 2 is expected to add an ultrawide rear camera
The iPhone Air debuted in September 2025 alongside the iPhone 17 lineup as a separate device. It seemed clear at the time that Apple wouldn't be upgrading it annually, at least not at first.The latest rumor places the second-generation iPhone Air]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-air-successor-rumored-for-spring-2027-with-two-cameras/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 22:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-air-successor-rumored-for-spring-2027-with-two-cameras/ GPTK4 can run new titles like 007 First Light very well oin a Mac
Ever since the introduction of the Game Porting Toolkit, gamers have leveraged it as a way to play Windows titles on a Mac. It makes sense, because that is something it is designed to do.Only, it's intended as a way for developers to see how a port of a Windows game to macOS would perf]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-game-porting-toolkit-4-is-a-big-improvement-for-modern-game-coders/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 21:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-game-porting-toolkit-4-is-a-big-improvement-for-modern-game-coders/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/these-weather-apps-help-you-track-tropical-storm-arthur-and-other-severe-summer-storms/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 21:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/these-weather-apps-help-you-track-tropical-storm-arthur-and-other-severe-summer-storms/ Logos for Chromium and WebKit
WebKit, Apple's well-used browser rendering engine, has not had to deal with alternatives for quite some time. Even after the EU's Digital Markets Act changed the game and forced Apple to allow others to be used on iOS, via BrowserEngineKit.However, a LinkedIn post from Microsoft Edge Web Platform Group Product Manager Kyle Pflug]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/blink-has-a-big-speed-advantage-against-webkit-in-browser-tests/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/blink-has-a-big-speed-advantage-against-webkit-in-browser-tests/ The Pokemon Company launched "Pokemon Champions" on the iPhone, iPad, and Android on June 17, expanding its competitive battle game beyond Nintendo Switch. The free-to-play title focuses entirely on Pokemon battles instead of exploration or story content.Players can compete in ranked, casual, and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-users-can-now-join-the-pokemon-champions-fray/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-users-can-now-join-the-pokemon-champions-fray/ A June 15 developer notice told developers to update account systems, email validation tools, and allowlists before the rollout begins. Email service providers were also asked to review filtering, suppression, and routing rules tied to Apple's current relay domains.The change affects two privacy featur]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sign-in-with-apple-domain-consolidation-could-trip-up-unprepared-services/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sign-in-with-apple-domain-consolidation-could-trip-up-unprepared-services/ AirPods Pro 3 are discounted to the lowest price ever ahead of Prime Day.
With delivery by Father's Day to many locations, Amazon's early Prime Day $80 discount on AirPods Pro 3 is worth checking out. This is the lowest price on record at Amazon for Apple's high-end earbuds and the steepest discount available across the current AirPods lineup.Buy AirP]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-pro-3-hit-lowest-price-ever-at-169-ahead-of-amazon-prime-day/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 17:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-pro-3-hit-lowest-price-ever-at-169-ahead-of-amazon-prime-day/ The search user data Apple stores from the App Store is oddly highly detailed.During WWDC in early June, Apple announced a raft of changes to the way the App Store functions to help developers. Evidently, one of those ways is to collect tons of data about how people actually interact with the App Store.In an X post on June 9, security researchers known as Mysk discovered how much Apple]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-app-store-search-data-stores-every-single-keystroke/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-app-store-search-data-stores-every-single-keystroke/ 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 th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/john-sculley-apples-most-maligned-ceo-was-ousted-33-years-ago/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/john-sculley-apples-most-maligned-ceo-was-ousted-33-years-ago/ Matter 1.6 makes onboarding and multi-ecosystem setups easier.
Starting the week of June 15th, the Connectivity Standard Alliance has been hosting its first ever Unify conference in Austin, Texas. It's there the CSA made the announcement around Matter 1.6.As a precursor, Matter is a fairly new smart home standard that is intended t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/home-automation-setup-will-be-even-easier-thanks-to-matter-16/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/home-automation-setup-will-be-even-easier-thanks-to-matter-16/ 684 W. Maude Avenue, Peery Park, Sunnyvale, California - Image credit: Google Street View
Massive companies like Apple have a vested interest in expanding its property portfolio, creating space for its various projects to be worked on. After spending over a billion dollars in Sunnyvale and Cupertino over the last year, it has added one more building to it]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-silicon-valley-real-estate-assets-gain-a-162m-office-building/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-silicon-valley-real-estate-assets-gain-a-162m-office-building/ It's best known for languages, but Duolingo includes a piano course that you can work through with or without a real keyboard,
My piano playing has been compared to Rachmaninoff's. Only last week, someone said, "he's not as good as Rachmaninoff."I can't say I'm surprised, but I want you to know that I am trying. So for instance, right now, I am 525 days into Duo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apps-can-help-you-learn-an-instrument-but-theyre-not-enough/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apps-can-help-you-learn-an-instrument-but-theyre-not-enough/ Tata's iPhone component production facility in Hosur, Tamil Nadu, India. Image Credit: Tata
As a result of Apple's supply chain diversification plans, which aim to reduce reliance on China, a quarter of all iPhones sold worldwide are now made in India. Tata, which manufactures iPhone backplates, is a relevant factor in the process,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-part-factory-in-india-no-longer-in-danger-of-shutting-down/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-part-factory-in-india-no-longer-in-danger-of-shutting-down/ Snap Inc's new Specs
On Tuesday, Snapchat unveiled Specs, a $2,195 pair of augmented reality glasses. The glasses, notably, are fully standalone and do not need to be tethered to a computer or smartphone to work.They come in two sizes, too. A 47mm model that weighs 132 grams, and a 52mm model that weighs 136 grams. The lens inserts are removable an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/snap-built-standalone-ar-glasses-without-a-convincing-reason-to-wear-them/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 21:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/snap-built-standalone-ar-glasses-without-a-convincing-reason-to-wear-them/ AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods Pro 3 are receiving firmware version 8B41, while Beats Studio Buds are being updated to version 1B211. The release updates AirPods Pro models from version 8B40 and Beats Studio Buds from version 1B204.Apple hasn't disclosed what's included in the update. The company typically limits AirPods fir]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-pro-amp-beats-studio-buds-move-to-new-firmware-versions/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 21:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-pro-amp-beats-studio-buds-move-to-new-firmware-versions/ Apple is said to be planning a new iPhone plus AirPods with cameras for late 2027
It's long been presumed that Apple will release an iPhone 20 to mark the anniversary of the original iPhone, and that it may have a bezel-free display. Similarly, a second generation folding iPhone, and AirPods with camer]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphones-20th-anniversary-could-be-marked-with-an-iphone-fold-2-plus-airpods-with-cameras/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphones-20th-anniversary-could-be-marked-with-an-iphone-fold-2-plus-airpods-with-cameras/ Adobe AI creator survey excludes traditional creatives
On Tuesday, Adobe released its 2026 Creators' Toolkit Report. According to Adobe, this report is:"[A] global study exploring how content creators are integrating creative generative AI and mobile tools in their workflows, and what they expect from the next generati]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/adobes-glowing-ai-survey-leaves-out-most-of-the-creative-industry/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/adobes-glowing-ai-survey-leaves-out-most-of-the-creative-industry/ Apple Music has published "Patricia's Sunset Cocktails Playlist", a collection inspired by the world of "Widow's Bay." While the playlist page doesn't prominently advertise its size, scrolling to the bottom reveals 811 songs with a total runtime of 60 hours and 32 minutes in the US version of Apple Music."Widow's Bay" follows a small coastal town whose]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/widows-bay-playlist-lasts-nearly-10-times-longer-than-the-show/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/widows-bay-playlist-lasts-nearly-10-times-longer-than-the-show/ Pick up Apple's upgraded M5 MacBook Air with an early Prime Day discount - Image credit: Apple
Amazon's early Prime Day MacBook Air deals deliver $170 in stacked savings thanks to a $150 cash discount stacked with a $20 in-cart coupon for qualifying accounts (business accounts may see a single $170 discount in lieu of the $20 in-cart sav]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-m5-macbook-air-with-24gb-ram-1tb-ssd-to-1329/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 17:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-m5-macbook-air-with-24gb-ram-1tb-ssd-to-1329/ The EU's DMA is now being used against iCloud
The Digital Markets Act has been a thorn in Apple's side, with it giving regulators more reasons to examine its business practices in Europe. In the latest salvo, Italy's Competition Authority is now going after the company.In a statement released on Tuesday, the Autorita Garante Della Concorrenza E Del Mercato said it]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/italy-targets-icloud-interoperability-for-dma-investigation/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/italy-targets-icloud-interoperability-for-dma-investigation/ iPhone 17 has 8GB of memory. iPhone 18 should have 12GB.While the fall release schedule will include the iPhone 18 Pro, the iPhone 18 is anticipated to arrive months later, in the spring of 2027. When it launches, it should have a considerable upgrade to its memory.According to KB Securities in a DigiTimes report on Tuesday, Apple will be including 1]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-will-get-12gb-to-fully-benefit-from-siri-ai/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-will-get-12gb-to-fully-benefit-from-siri-ai/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/time-is-right-to-save-more-on-apple-watch-series-11-with-these-deals/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/time-is-right-to-save-more-on-apple-watch-series-11-with-these-deals/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/our-shopping-experts-found-8-apple-watch-ultra-3-deals-that-are-too-good-to-scroll-past/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/our-shopping-experts-found-8-apple-watch-ultra-3-deals-that-are-too-good-to-scroll-past/ iPhone Fold leakers continue to argue over whether it has been delayed
Just to be clear, the previous most recent rumor about the iPhone Fold was that Apple will announce it as expected in September 2026, but it will not actually ship until early 2027. But now leaker Fixed Focus Digital on Chinese social media site Weibo says no, n]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/strident-leaker-insists-iphone-fold-is-not-delayed-at-all/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/strident-leaker-insists-iphone-fold-is-not-delayed-at-all/ You can play Minecraft Bedrock on macOS, but it requires a workaround.Minecraft is one of the longest-running online games that is still actively being played by a lot of people. Originally playable since 2009 and officially released in 2011, it has stood the test of time.However, while it has been improved over the years, Mac gamers h]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-run-minecraft-bedrock-edition-on-a-mac/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 05:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-run-minecraft-bedrock-edition-on-a-mac/ Sign in with Apple addresses, previously issued on privaterelay.appleid.com, will be issued on private.icloud.com.iCloud+ Hide My Email addresses, previously issued on icloud.com, will be issued on p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-domain-for-signinwithapple-and-icloudhidemyemail/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-domain-for-signinwithapple-and-icloudhidemyemail/ Apple's WWDC 2026 status that looks like the new Siri AI window
WWDC is one of my favorite times of the year. I appreciate seeing the features coming to existing hardware and connecting with the developers building the apps.While most users and media alike had cautious expectations going in after two years of underwhelmi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/at-wwdc-2026-energy-and-optimism-were-high-as-apple-finally-delivers/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 19:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/at-wwdc-2026-energy-and-optimism-were-high-as-apple-finally-delivers/ Apple's hardware that works with the 26-generation operating systems - Image Credit: Apple
The second developer builds arrive after the first, which landed on May 26.While usually we deal with only one set of betas, sometimes we have to manage two of them. Following the WWDC keynote, Apple ha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/second-developer-betas-for-ios-266-macos-266-have-arrived/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 19:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/second-developer-betas-for-ios-266-macos-266-have-arrived/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/give-your-old-phone-new-life-as-a-security-camera-with-my-3-easy-steps/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/give-your-old-phone-new-life-as-a-security-camera-with-my-3-easy-steps/ Image Credit: Adobe
On Monday, Adobe announced that it had begun rolling out the next batch of updates to its popular design software. The updates, while minimal for each program, are substantial across the entire platform.As expected, many of these features are powered by AI. This strategy has put Adobe at odds with many of the creatives who use its software.
C]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/adobe-crams-more-ai-into-lightroom-premiere-photoshop-after-effects/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/adobe-crams-more-ai-into-lightroom-premiere-photoshop-after-effects/ Amazon's early Prime Day deal drops Apple Watch Ultra 3 to $699.99 - Image credit: Apple
Amazon's $699.99 special price is available on the Apple Watch Ultra 3 with Black Titanium Case and Black Ocean Band, a sleek color combo that's perfect for Father's Day. The 49mm GPS + Cell]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-ultra-3-drops-to-69999-as-countdown-to-prime-day-begins/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-watch-ultra-3-drops-to-69999-as-countdown-to-prime-day-begins/ Trump threatens 100% wine tariff on France over tech tax
The tax in question is France's Digital Services Tax (DST), first announced in December 2019. It applies to any tech company with an annual global revenue of at least 750 million euros ($870 million) and at least 25 million euros ($29 million) within Fr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/trump-threatens-to-squeeze-france-where-it-hurts-over-tech-tax/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/trump-threatens-to-squeeze-france-where-it-hurts-over-tech-tax/ iPhone 17 Pro Max in Cosmic Orange, without the color-change issue.Following the launch of the iPhone 17 Pro, consumers started to complain about the coating of the Cosmic Orange model. If a leaker is to be believed, history is about to repeat itself. And, AppleInsider can]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-buyers-should-watch-out-for-a-repeat-problem/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-buyers-should-watch-out-for-a-repeat-problem/ Tata's plant in Tamil Nadu, India - image credit:Storyboard18
The plant in question is in Hosur in the south of the region, which Tata built after also acquiring a separate Pegatron iPhone factory in 2024. Now according to Reuters, the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) has warned Tata that it may force a shutdown.T]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/india-threatens-to-shut-down-iphone-factory-for-polluting-farmland/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/india-threatens-to-shut-down-iphone-factory-for-polluting-farmland/ Smart Home Insider Podcast
With Apple annual developer conference officially in the rearview mirror, we walk through all the biggest announcements Apple made. We walk through the changes to Apple Home, HomePod, and Apple TV.There's a lot to love in these updates, including support for 2K and 4K camera feeds, Apple Intelligence video processing, and more intelligent notifications. We've been using]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc-2026-apple-home-apple-tv-amp-homepod-news-roundup-on-smart-home-insider/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc-2026-apple-home-apple-tv-amp-homepod-news-roundup-on-smart-home-insider/ Steam now lists the Character Limit demo. It's a massive step.In April, the development of Character Limit had reached a point where it could be tested by actual players. It did fantastically well at Dreamhack Birmingham, and I had also started doing testing on iPhone and iPad with Testflight.However, later that month, registration for something known as Steam Next Fest w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/game-development-diary-running-on-steam/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/game-development-diary-running-on-steam/ Lee Kang-in and Antonee Robinson, wearing unannounced Beats headphones - Image Credit: Instagram kanginleeoficial and antonee_jedi
After an initial mention in an FCC filing on May 23, an unannounced pair of Beats were then shown around the neck of soccer star Lamine Yamal. Now, more players attending the FIFA World Cup have b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/beats-continues-world-cup-tease-of-its-mystery-headphones/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/beats-continues-world-cup-tease-of-its-mystery-headphones/ Render of a possible iPhone Fold - image credit: AppleInsider
There are at last positive signs from Apple that it is preparing an iPhone Fold, but there have also been multiple reports that it is delayed. Now according to Economic Daily News, the CEO of Apple lens supplier Largan Precision has hinted at delay]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/here-we-go-again-supply-chain-thinks-iphone-fold-will-ship-in-2027-not-2026/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 13:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/here-we-go-again-supply-chain-thinks-iphone-fold-will-ship-in-2027-not-2026/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/want-apples-thinnest-iphone-heres-how-to-get-it-for-free/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/want-apples-thinnest-iphone-heres-how-to-get-it-for-free/ B&H is blowing out M4 MacBook Air inventory at $899 - Image credit: Apple
The first exclusive deal is on Apple's closeout M4 MacBook Air 13-inch. This upgraded model, which is discounted to $899* in Sky Blue, has a 10-core GPU for enhanced performance. It also has 16GB of unified memory and 512GB of storage.Buy M4 13" MacBook Air for $899
Continue Reading on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/blowout-savings-drive-macbook-air-prices-down-to-as-low-as-899/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 07:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/blowout-savings-drive-macbook-air-prices-down-to-as-low-as-899/ WWDC was all AI, almost all the time.
WWDC 2026 was on Monday, and it was expected to be a bit of a slow one this time around. As predicted by the rumor mill and countless reports in the weeks ahead, it certainly wasn't an event that shouted about many new features.Actually, that's not quite true. Apple did harp on about one big thing,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-the-wwdc-hangover-and-siri-ai-blindspots/Sun, 14 Jun 2026 22:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-the-wwdc-hangover-and-siri-ai-blindspots/ A render of a potential iPhone Fold design -image credit: AppleInsider
The release of the first developer betas of macOS 27 Golden Gate, iOS 27, and others was followed by the inevitable deep dive into the changes. All to find out what Apple is planning for the future.In Sunday's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg, Mark Gurman lays]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-touchscreen-macbook-evidence-mounts-in-ios-27-macos-27/Sun, 14 Jun 2026 17:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-fold-touchscreen-macbook-evidence-mounts-in-ios-27-macos-27/ For now, Siri AI is free, although iCloud+ subscribers get higher daily usage limits.
Apple has long been predicted to introduce a subscription version of Apple Intelligence, and a new report chiefly repeats speculation from 2024. However, the new claim comes after the launch of Siri AI in beta, and B]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-success-could-embolden-apple-to-charge-a-subscription/Sun, 14 Jun 2026 16:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-success-could-embolden-apple-to-charge-a-subscription/ 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-arrested-nfl-star-accused-of-biting-iphone/Sun, 14 Jun 2026 13:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/crime-blotter-arrested-nfl-star-accused-of-biting-iphone/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/your-iphone-11-will-run-ios-27-but-it-wont-run-siri-ai/Sun, 14 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/your-iphone-11-will-run-ios-27-but-it-wont-run-siri-ai/ The Apple Car no longer exists. Nor does its test track.The Apple Car project is a program believed to have been cancelled by Apple after about a decade of research and development. In what is the surest sign of it being dead, Apple has sold off a massive parcel of land used for self-drivi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/waymo-has-bought-the-apple-car-self-driving-test-site-for-220m/Sat, 13 Jun 2026 22:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/waymo-has-bought-the-apple-car-self-driving-test-site-for-220m/ Pick up Apple's Mac mini at a discount while supplies last.
With increased demand for a headless machine to run AI agents and a budget-friendly price tag, Apple's M4 Mac mini has been sold out for much of Q2 2026. But Amazon has the 16GB/512GB configuration back in stock, and it's on sale for $769.99 (a $30 discount off retail).Buy M4 Mac mini for $769.99
Continue R]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-m4-mac-mini-is-back-in-stock-amp-on-sale-for-769-but-supply-is-limited/Sat, 13 Jun 2026 21:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-m4-mac-mini-is-back-in-stock-amp-on-sale-for-769-but-supply-is-limited/ MacBook Neo [left] vs Dell XPS 13 [right]
Apple's MacBook Neo arrived as the company's most accessible laptop, pairing the A18 Pro chip with a $599 price. Dell has now answered directly with a new XPS 13.Dell is open about the target. Its announcement names the MacBook Neo and frames the XPS 13 as the more feature-rich option at a similar price.
Continue Rea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macbook-neo-vs-dell-xps-13-599-budget-battle-compared/Sat, 13 Jun 2026 14:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macbook-neo-vs-dell-xps-13-599-budget-battle-compared/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-iphone-20-everything-we-know-about-the-radical-redesign-coming-in-2027/Sat, 13 Jun 2026 14:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-iphone-20-everything-we-know-about-the-radical-redesign-coming-in-2027/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-didnt-really-say-what-ios-27-will-bring-to-your-iphone-so-i-guess-i-will/Sat, 13 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-didnt-really-say-what-ios-27-will-bring-to-your-iphone-so-i-guess-i-will/ Get a little help in your smart home from some robots and tech solutions
I'm a firm believer in optimizing when possible. If a robot, machine, or gadget exists to speed up or even remove the need for certain tasks, I'm going to implement it.While we're still waiting on a robot that can fold your laundry and put it away, the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/owning-an-apple-home-robots-maintenance-and-chores/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/owning-an-apple-home-robots-maintenance-and-chores/ You can select a region on your Mac's screen and if it shows food, you can get nutrition details - image credit: Apple
I admit I have sometimes taken a photo of my Mac's screen and used Visual Intelligence on my iPhone to find out what I'm looking at. But as of macOS Golden Gate, I no longer need to do that because the Mac has Visual Intelligence built in.Ap]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-use-visual-intelligence-on-macos-golden-gate-and-when-its-worth-it/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-use-visual-intelligence-on-macos-golden-gate-and-when-its-worth-it/ A Disney audio engineer wears the Apple Vision Pro
Disney has shared a brand-new behind-the-scenes video as part of the Disney Unscripted series on YouTube. This time, the company shows off what it takes to revamp one of its existing attractions.The attraction in question is "Soarin', at EPCOT, which has been rebranded to "Soarin' Across]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-vision-pro-helped-disney-re-engineer-a-classic-epcot-ride/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-vision-pro-helped-disney-re-engineer-a-classic-epcot-ride/ 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 code]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/your-chatgpt-mac-app-will-stop-working-tonight-if-you-havent-updated-it-recently/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/your-chatgpt-mac-app-will-stop-working-tonight-if-you-havent-updated-it-recently/ Running Intel apps on Macs will soon be a thing of the past
When Apple unveiled macOS 27 during its WWDC 2026 opening keynote, it put into motion its previously announced plan for the end of Intel Macs. Not only will the update not support any Intel Macs, but it also removes the Rosetta 2 translati]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-and-when-macos-will-finally-stop-support-for-intel-apps/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-and-when-macos-will-finally-stop-support-for-intel-apps/ The science behind keeping kids safe online | Image credit: Apple
During the WWDC 2026 keynote, Apple announced that it would release expanded parental controls for Child Accounts. These tools have been designed to help parents manage how a young person interfaces with a device.The controls range from content blocking to encouraging healthier browsing habits. These guide]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-and-the-american-academy-of-pediatrics-have-a-plan-to-teach-healthy-digital-habits-to-kids/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 16:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-and-the-american-academy-of-pediatrics-have-a-plan-to-teach-healthy-digital-habits-to-kids/ Craig Federighi starts to introduce macOS Golden Gate - image credit: Apple
As Apple's WWDC week draws to its close, we're still digesting everything that was announced in its opening keynote. Plus one of your hosts has installed all of the betas.Tune in to find out whether he manages to make an appear]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc-siri-ai-and-all-of-apples-platforms-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc-siri-ai-and-all-of-apples-platforms-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/ Every detail of, in this case, the look of macOS Golden Gate is now available for developers to emulate - image credit: Apple
Just as it did in 2025 with the launch of Liquid Glass on macOS Tahoe, Apple has now published a comprehensive set of design resources for its main platform updates. Developers can see and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/all-the-liquid-glass-design-fixes-are-in-apples-new-design-resources-documents/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 14:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/all-the-liquid-glass-design-fixes-are-in-apples-new-design-resources-documents/ Apple's macOS Golden Gate really only brings one new feature to the Mac, but it's the mostly superb Siri AI.
As it is, the new macOS Golden Gate is a significant and even dramatic update, but solely because of how useful Siri AI is. True, there is more to the update than Apple said, but all it mentioned was a Liquid Glass refinement, impr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macos-golden-gate-beta-review-its-nothing-without-siri-ai/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 13:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macos-golden-gate-beta-review-its-nothing-without-siri-ai/ Save $300 on Apple's latest MacBook Pro with 48GB RAM this weekend - Image credit: Apple
Despite being released only three months ago, Apple's M5 Pro 14-inch MacBook Pro is already marked down heavily during B&H's weekend sale. Save $300 on this M5 Pro model that has an 18-core CPU/20-core GPU chip, an upgrade from the standard 15-core CPU/16-co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-300-on-apples-m5-pro-macbook-pro-with-48gb-ram-this-weekend/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/save-300-on-apples-m5-pro-macbook-pro-with-48gb-ram-this-weekend/ CrossOver is going Apple Silicon only
Gaming on Mac has always been a bit of a wasteland, but that doesn't stop some folks from trying. The CrossOver app for Mac brings Windows games to the platform, and it gets better with each update.However, the latest update, CrossOver 27, will have to make some sacrifices to make development a little more stre]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/crossover-a-windows-to-mac-gaming-tool-goes-apple-silicon-only/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/crossover-a-windows-to-mac-gaming-tool-goes-apple-silicon-only/ Craig Federighi (left) and Greg Joswiak (right) discuss Apple's approach to Siri AI. Image Credit: Mostly Human Podcast
Apple's latest attempt at modernizing its virtual assistant was the star of the show at WWDC 2026. Siri AI now supports natural language, contextual awareness, and advanced in-app actions, along with a chatbot-style experien]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-executive-we-dont-do-ai-for-ais-sake/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 23:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-executive-we-dont-do-ai-for-ais-sake/ Save up to $300 on electronics with early Prime Day Apple deals - Image credit: Apple
Prime Day officially starts on June 23, but retailers are slashing prices on popular Mac configurations, iPads, Apple Watches, AirPods, and more. Plus, the in-demand Mac mini is back at Amazon (and marked down). Here are the top deals this Thursday.
Continue Reading on AppleIn]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/early-prime-day-apple-deals-start-at-just-1499-save-up-to-300/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 21:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/early-prime-day-apple-deals-start-at-just-1499-save-up-to-300/ LaCie 12Big in its natural environment in 2017
We've had macOS 27 for all of four days at this point, and there may already be a show-stopping problem for folks that hang on to RAID enclosures. We've found several that just don't work under macOS 27.For example, I've got a Thunderbolt 3 LaCie 12Big enclosure that I've had for a while. It runs fine in Tah]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-you-rely-on-mac-raid-enclosure-software-its-time-to-check-with-your-supplier/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 19:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-you-rely-on-mac-raid-enclosure-software-its-time-to-check-with-your-supplier/ The new Siri AI on iPhone - image credit: Apple
Apple announced Siri AI as part of the WWDC 2026 opening keynote on June 8. It'll ship this fall as part of the iOS 27, macOS 27, iPadOS 27, and visionOS 27 software updates.Siri AI is built on Apple Intelligence and will see the assistant gain new abilities, includin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-your-iphone-or-mac-has-apple-intelligence-youre-getting-siri-ai/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 19:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-your-iphone-or-mac-has-apple-intelligence-youre-getting-siri-ai/ Sens. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., and Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, reintroduced the American Innovation and Choice Online Act (AICOA) on June 10. It revives a bipartisan effort to limit how dominant technology companies favor their own products and services.The bill targets the largest online platform]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/us-legislation-outlawing-big-tech-from-favoriting-their-own-services-resurrected/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 19:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/us-legislation-outlawing-big-tech-from-favoriting-their-own-services-resurrected/ A MacBook Pro with a touchscreen OLED display is in the cards.Rumors of Apple's intention to bring touch to the Mac lineup have been rife for years. But they've coalesced in recent months, with a release window of late-2026 to early 2027 generally accepted to be most likely.Now, in a surprise to nobody,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/surprising-nobody-leaker-claims-a-touchscreen-macbook-is-100-confirmed/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/surprising-nobody-leaker-claims-a-touchscreen-macbook-is-100-confirmed/ Beta OS releases: Your code will continue to co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/deprecation-of-the-imagecreator-class/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/deprecation-of-the-imagecreator-class/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-survey/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-survey/ LaCie 12Big in its natural environment in 2017
We've had macOS 27 for all of four days at this point, and there may already be a show-stopping problem for folks that hang on to RAID enclosures. We've found several that just don't work under macOS 27.For example, I've got a Thunderbolt 3 LaCie 12Big enclosure that I've had for a while. It runs fine in Tah]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-you-rely-on-raid-array-software-on-mac-its-time-to-check-with-your-supplier/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-you-rely-on-raid-array-software-on-mac-its-time-to-check-with-your-supplier/ Apple Vision Pro gets another great update with visionOS 27
I've been asked to provide my first impressions of visionOS 27, and honestly, I think it's a good release. The quality-of-life work continues in this release alongside some really interesting new features.There was some talk about Apple basically abandoning Apple Vision Pro. However,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-vision-pros-biggest-problem-isnt-addressed-in-visionos-27-but-progress-is-progress/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-vision-pros-biggest-problem-isnt-addressed-in-visionos-27-but-progress-is-progress/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/snag-an-iphone-16-or-16e-for-less-or-free-with-these-cnet-picked-deals/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/snag-an-iphone-16-or-16e-for-less-or-free-with-these-cnet-picked-deals/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-iphone-17-lineup-might-be-its-best-yet-heres-how-to-get-one-without-overpaying/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-iphone-17-lineup-might-be-its-best-yet-heres-how-to-get-one-without-overpaying/ Apple's Stolen Device Protection is getting the job done
The theft of iPhones has become a real problem for London in recent years. So much so that some thieves have been known to hand back a stolen phone if it turns out not to be an iPhone.Thieves typically use mopeds to ride up to a vic]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-stolen-device-protection-is-thwarting-prolific-london-thieves/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-stolen-device-protection-is-thwarting-prolific-london-thieves/ Apple has upgraded its RAW processing for photographers.
In principle, RAW photos are ones where there hasn't been any of the kind of processing that JPEG or PNG ones do. But in practice, Apple takes the RAW sensor data and does some processing to make it viewable.Now in one of WWDC's developer s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/photographers-get-a-dramatic-raw-update-with-ios-27/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/photographers-get-a-dramatic-raw-update-with-ios-27/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-buy-an-iphone-17-or-galaxy-s26-until-you-see-our-favorite-phone-deals/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-buy-an-iphone-17-or-galaxy-s26-until-you-see-our-favorite-phone-deals/ Jon Prosser continues to make videos about Apple leaks amid a lawsuit
Apple filed a lawsuit against Jon Prosser and Michael Ramacciotti alleging that they conspired to steal information about a pre-release version of iOS. An Apple employee, Ethan Lipnik, was fired after the event where the alleged conspirators accessed his]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/prominent-leaker-may-see-default-ruling-reversed-in-apple-lawsuit/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/prominent-leaker-may-see-default-ruling-reversed-in-apple-lawsuit/ iOS 18 (left) adoption rates were better than those of iOS 26 (right).
Though all eyes might be on iOS 27 and its AI-infused Siri, which debuted at WWDC, the software has only entered beta testing.Most iPhones, or 79% of all devices to be more precise, are currently running iOS 26. This is according to Apple's App Store data for June 2026, which also revealed that 86% of all]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/fewer-iphone-users-are-updating-to-ios-26-than-they-did-with-ios-18/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/fewer-iphone-users-are-updating-to-ios-26-than-they-did-with-ios-18/ All the tools in the world can't keep kids safe online if they're only used sometimes and by some users.
On Monday, Apple spent 30 minutes of the WWDC 2026 discussing its latest updates to Child Accounts. These updates are designed to make using iPhone, iPad, and Mac safer for users under 18.But how good are these features, really? Let's break]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-expanded-child-safety-features-arent-going-to-protect-kids-from-everything/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 22:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-expanded-child-safety-features-arent-going-to-protect-kids-from-everything/ AirPort devices that Apple used to produce. Now, Time Capsule isn't supported in macOS 27.A long-discontinued network storage device, Time Capsules gave Mac users a way to back up over a home network using Time Machine. While the hardware hasn't been available for quite a few years, support continued up to macOS 26.However, as warned in macO]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/time-capsule-support-is-dead-in-macos-27-but-you-can-keep-the-hardware-alive/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 21:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/time-capsule-support-is-dead-in-macos-27-but-you-can-keep-the-hardware-alive/ Touch is better in Sidecar for macOS 27 and iPadOS 27
Sidecar is a feature of macOS that lets you extend your Mac's display onto an iPad's screen. For road warriors with a MacBook Pro, it was an invaluable way to get a multi-screen desktop while on the go.While Sidecar has been around for quite a while, it hasn't]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hands-on-sidecar-previews-a-full-touch-interface-for-macos-27/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 19:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hands-on-sidecar-previews-a-full-touch-interface-for-macos-27/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-feels-like-an-empty-update-on-older-iphones/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 19:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-feels-like-an-empty-update-on-older-iphones/ Pick up Dell's UltraSharp 32 6K monitor for $1,379 today only - Image credit: Dell
Amazon-owned Woot is running a flash sale on Dell's 32-inch UltraSharp 6K display, delivering a markdown of 45% off the original retail price.Buy Dell UltraSharp 32 for $1,379.99
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-owned-woot-slashes-dell-ultrasharp-32-inch-6k-monitor-to-1379/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-owned-woot-slashes-dell-ultrasharp-32-inch-6k-monitor-to-1379/ "Fortnite" ad (source: Epic Games)
The ongoing, never-ending tennis match between Apple and Epic Games continues with another legal filing. On June 4, 2026, Epic Games demanded that Apple's appeal over this ceaseless case be thrown out.Now Apple has filed its response which, unsurprisingly, defends its right to appeal. In a 12-page f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/epic-games-cant-talk-its-way-out-of-a-supreme-court-appeal-says-apple/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/epic-games-cant-talk-its-way-out-of-a-supreme-court-appeal-says-apple/ Apple Intelligence makes Shortcuts far easier to approach in iPadOS 27. Users can describe a task in plain language, and the app generates a workflow based on that request.Instead of hunting through actions and connecting them one by one,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hands-on-ipados-27s-shortcut-builder-creates-automations-from-plain-english/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hands-on-ipados-27s-shortcut-builder-creates-automations-from-plain-english/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-find-a-dead-iphone-using-apples-find-my-network/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-find-a-dead-iphone-using-apples-find-my-network/ Walmart's $179 AirPods Pro 3 deal delivers lowest price ever.
Walmart has slashed $70 off AirPods Pro 3 today, delivering the lowest price on record (and beating Amazon by $20). With Prime Day 2026 starting in just under two weeks, Walmart's bid to grab your business now comes at a great time if you're looking for a great gi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-pro-3-plunge-to-179-lowest-price-ever-ahead-of-prime-day/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-pro-3-plunge-to-179-lowest-price-ever-ahead-of-prime-day/ Research firm Smart Analytics Global estimated Apple captured 23% of the global true wireless stereo (TWS) market during the January-through-March period. Xiaomi ranked second with an 11% market share, while Beats placed third at 8%.Global TWS shipments increased 4% year over year during the quarter, whil]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wireless-earbuds-market-dominated-by-apple-open-ear-models-are-rising/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wireless-earbuds-market-dominated-by-apple-open-ear-models-are-rising/ You can run Linux on an Apple Silicon Mac. Just beware of macOS 27 right now.Most Mac users won't ever have to deal with issues such as switching the partition their hardware boots from. However, for a contingent of users who use multiple operating systems on their Mac, there seems to be an issue with macOS 27.In a post]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macos-27-has-broken-boot-drive-selection-for-some/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macos-27-has-broken-boot-drive-selection-for-some/ There are fewer problems with refurbished Apple Silicon Macs versus Intel versions.When it comes to device longevity, Apple's products tend to last quite a long time, if cared for properly. While this has been a consistent feature of Apple's hardware, it seems that the chip being used plays a factor.According to a June rep]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-silicon-macbooks-are-way-more-reliable-over-time-than-intel-macs-were/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-silicon-macbooks-are-way-more-reliable-over-time-than-intel-macs-were/ The Reduce Notifications Focus Mode
A strength of Apple Intelligence is that rather than some separate ChatGPT-like app, its features are woven into all aspects of the iPhone, iPad, and Mac. But that also makes it confusing when Apple promotes some feature but doesn't say where it fits."For example," said Craig Federighi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-use-reduce-interruptions-on-iphone-and-what-it-does/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-use-reduce-interruptions-on-iphone-and-what-it-does/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-struck-the-right-notes-with-its-new-ai-tools-here-are-4-features-im-excited-to-try/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-struck-the-right-notes-with-its-new-ai-tools-here-are-4-features-im-excited-to-try/ AirPods have a built-in EQ in Settings
Apple's 2026 WWDC keynote was packed with tiny features and improvements. One of the long-awaited crowd pleasers was bringing an equalizer to AirPods settings.Owners of the AirPods Max 2, AirPods Pro 3, or AirPods 4 can now choose the level of playback for lows, mids,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hands-on-with-airpods-eq-settings-in-ios-27/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/hands-on-with-airpods-eq-settings-in-ios-27/ Grab this M4 MacBook Air with a 10-core GPU for just $899 - Image credit: Apple
To grab the blowout $899* special on the 13-inch MacBook Air M4, simply shop through the exclusive pricing links in this post from a laptop or desktop computer. This configuration, which is available at the reduced price in the Midnight finish, has a 1]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bamphs-best-899-macbook-air-deal-has-been-extended-but-supply-is-limited/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bamphs-best-899-macbook-air-deal-has-been-extended-but-supply-is-limited/ More spatial accessories can be built for Apple Vision Pro with visionOS 27
When Apple initially launched Apple Vision Pro, it was very proud of the hand and eye tracking it had developed. Controllers weren't even mentioned beyond PlayStation's standard one for playing 2D iPad games.Slowly, it seems A]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/expect-more-controllers-amp-objects-for-apple-vision-pro-thanks-to-visionos-27/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 23:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/expect-more-controllers-amp-objects-for-apple-vision-pro-thanks-to-visionos-27/ Siri AI remains a battleground for both Apple and EU
Allegedly, instead of working with the EU, Apple applied for an 18-month exemption from the current Digital Markets Act (DMA) requirements. The EU, unsurprisingly, had rejected the exemption.So, Apple simply chose to not introduce Siri AI in the EU. And then the com]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-is-trapped-in-apples-escalating-cold-war-with-the-eu/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 22:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-is-trapped-in-apples-escalating-cold-war-with-the-eu/ Apple Maps in iOS 27
Pretty much the unsung hero of modern-day iPhone usage, Apple Maps is an essential tool for navigation. But it's also very helpful when you're trying to find something to eat nearby, and for planning trips.Sometimes, users take time just browsing the Earth, viewing cities they want to visit and enjoying the view.
Co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/pretty-trees-and-local-lists-apple-maps-gets-a-big-upgrade-in-ios-27/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 21:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/pretty-trees-and-local-lists-apple-maps-gets-a-big-upgrade-in-ios-27/ The compatibility change appeared in Apple's tvOS 27 documentation following WWDC 2026 on June 8. Apple TV HD, introduced in 2015, and the first-generation Apple TV 4K, introduced in 2017, are no longer eligible for the update.Compatibility is limited to the second-generation Apple TV 4K released in 2021 and third-generation Apple TV 4K mo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/for-the-first-time-in-four-years-tvos-cuts-off-some-older-apple-tv-hardware/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 20:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/for-the-first-time-in-four-years-tvos-cuts-off-some-older-apple-tv-hardware/ New Apple Intelligence features announced during WWDC 2026 let users expand photos beyond their original frame and adjust perspective after capture. These features also allow for more advanced edits directly in the Photos app across iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27.T]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-intelligence-gives-photos-in-ios-27-its-biggest-editing-upgrade-in-years/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 19:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-intelligence-gives-photos-in-ios-27-its-biggest-editing-upgrade-in-years/ Upgrade to Wi-Fi 7 with this Eero Max 7 Prime deal.
Prime members can take advantage of Prime deals on Amazon's Eero Max 7 Mesh Wi-Fi system, with prices starting at $419.99. This matches the lowest price on record for Amazon's latest model, which supports wired speeds of up to 9.4 Gbps and wireless speeds of up to 4.3 Gbps.Buy Eero Max 7 for $419.99
Continue Reading on AppleInsid]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-30-off-eero-max-7-wi-fi-router-ahead-of-prime-day/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazon-slashes-30-off-eero-max-7-wi-fi-router-ahead-of-prime-day/ The cellular carrier announced Unlimited Day Pass on June 10. The service gives eligible Wi-Fi + Cellular iPads 24 hours of unlimited data on AT&T's network without requiring a monthly plan, contract, subscription, or credit check.Users can activate the service directly from the Cellular Data section of Set]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/you-can-buy-unlimited-atampt-data-for-your-ipad-for-3-a-day/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/you-can-buy-unlimited-atampt-data-for-your-ipad-for-3-a-day/ Tim Cook hosts his final WWDC
It's June, which means Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference, or "WWDC" for short, or, ugh, "dub-dub" for even shorter, is underway. Ostensibly, it's a yearly, week-long conference that Apple uses to tell developers what to expect in the next major Apple software updates.In practice, it's every bit as much of a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc-2026-was-somehow-even-more-one-note-than-i-expected/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc-2026-was-somehow-even-more-one-note-than-i-expected/ The Camera app in iOS 27
The WWDC keynote didn't dwell for long on the Camera app in iOS 27. There was discussion about Siri AI being included, and that was about it.There wasn't any other discussion about the Camera app's features or any other changes in the talk. Even the iOS 27 preview page on Apple's website talks about the Siri Mode and an improveme]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/theres-not-much-new-in-the-ios-27-camera-app-beyond-minor-refinements/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/theres-not-much-new-in-the-ios-27-camera-app-beyond-minor-refinements/ This slider controls Liquid Glass, but the difference between the two extremes is tiny.
It's been the case for a year now that a certain vocal minority has detested Apple's Liquid Glass design overall, while others objected to its inconsistent rounded corners. Everybody had a point, but the enormous majorit]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-get-excited-for-big-liquid-glass-changes-in-macos-27-because-they-arent-there/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/dont-get-excited-for-big-liquid-glass-changes-in-macos-27-because-they-arent-there/ Apple introduced new sound & haptics controls during WWDC26. Under the new settings, alarms, timers, notifications, and other sounds no longer have to follow the same volume slider.People who lowered notification volume could also lower alarm volume without realizing it. An alarm, a timer, and a text message don't serve the same purpose, yet iPhone]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-control-separate-alarm-amp-notification-alert-volumes-ios-27/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-control-separate-alarm-amp-notification-alert-volumes-ios-27/ New icons on an Apple Watch in watchOS 27
Whenever Apple updates its operating systems, it occasionally drops support for older hardware. This usually includes a few aging models, but for watchOS 27, it's a certifiable bloodbath.According to Apple's watchOS 27 Preview page, the section discussing compatibility lists just six products:
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/watchos-27-supported-by-just-six-apple-watch-models/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/watchos-27-supported-by-just-six-apple-watch-models/ Wallet's Create a Pass in iOS 27
The Wallet app has been used to hold more than just your credit and debit cards for years. Membership cards and digital passes have been a staple of the iPhone app for quite some time.However, to add a pass to the Wallet, you had to do so in one of two ways. The easiest is to use an app for a service and s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-apple-wallets-create-a-pass-works-in-ios-27/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-apple-wallets-create-a-pass-works-in-ios-27/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-youre-looking-to-upgrade-these-apple-watch-series-11-deals-are-too-good-to-miss/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/if-youre-looking-to-upgrade-these-apple-watch-series-11-deals-are-too-good-to-miss/ EU users will not get the new Siri AI features in iOS 27 - image credit: Apple
Apple made the unusual step of taking time in the WWDC keynote to say that Siri AI would not be coming to the European Union. It was a public announcement aimed at blaming the EU for preventing users from getting the new]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/why-apples-new-siri-ai-may-never-come-to-the-eu/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/why-apples-new-siri-ai-may-never-come-to-the-eu/ uGreen NASync DXP4800 GT
uGreen has built out its NAS range quickly since entering the category. AppleInsider has covered uGreen NAS hardware before, including hands-on time with the NASync IDX6011 Pro.The DXP4800 GT is a new branch of the lineup. uGreen frames the "GT" name around Grand Touring, pitching it as built for sustained per]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ugreen-nasync-dxp-4800-gt-review-the-best-nas-price-to-perfomance-in-2026/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 05:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ugreen-nasync-dxp-4800-gt-review-the-best-nas-price-to-perfomance-in-2026/ macOS Golden Gate gets rid of the icons by menu items
In Disney's 2004 animated film The Incredibles, a very basic concept of "when everyone is special, no one is" is explored. Alan Dye must not have seen that movie or the many like it.Well, now that he's gone, so is his team's decision to frustratingly place icons next]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macos-golden-gate-menus-revert-to-having-no-icons-by-each-item-as-it-should-be/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 04:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macos-golden-gate-menus-revert-to-having-no-icons-by-each-item-as-it-should-be/ The new Apple Foundation Models do not have a drop of Google code
WWDC 2026 was a rollercoaster event that primarily focused on Apple's latest AI upgrades. This time, though, they had a little help from Google.Apple pre-announced that Google was providing Gemini technology to help develop the new Apple Foundation Models, but didn't say]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-new-foundation-models-dont-contain-a-drop-of-gemini/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-new-foundation-models-dont-contain-a-drop-of-gemini/ The new Apple Foundation Models doesn't have a drop of Google code
WWDC 2026 was a rollercoaster event that primarily focused on Apple's latest AI upgrades. This time, though, they had a little help from Google.Apple pre-announced that Google was providing Gemini technology to help develop the new Apple Foundation Models, but didn't sa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-new-foundation-models-dont-contain-a-drop-of-gemini-as-we-said-they-wouldnt/Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-new-foundation-models-dont-contain-a-drop-of-gemini-as-we-said-they-wouldnt/ Code in iOS 27 hints at iPhone Fold
Apple does its best to hide any code that might give away some future product, but it isn't always perfect. Code references in iOS 27 show some of what Apple is preparing for the upcoming iPhone Fold.Even though there hasn't been a single component leak or information about mass production star]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-code-has-clear-signs-that-a-folding-iphone-is-coming-soon/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-code-has-clear-signs-that-a-folding-iphone-is-coming-soon/ iOS 27 Photos gains Spatial Reframing
WWDC 2025 included a neat feature for Spatial Photos that lets users convert flat images into 3D scenes. By moving the iPhone around, you could temporarily re-angle your shot and explore the scene.It was a neat trick, but it wasn't that much of a major feature for photographers. It did, at least, give you an idea of how a Spati]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/spatial-reframe-in-ios-27-is-a-neat-trick-that-creates-nightmare-fuel-right-now/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/spatial-reframe-in-ios-27-is-a-neat-trick-that-creates-nightmare-fuel-right-now/ LG curved ultra-wide Thunderbolt Display
The feature appeared in Apple's macOS 27 preview materials released on June 8 during WWDC26. Macs can drive higher resolutions on supported ultrawide displays, with Apple citing 5K at 120Hz as one example.The update also remembers display arrangements between sessions, allowing monitors to r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ultrawide-displays-gain-explicit-support-in-macos-27/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ultrawide-displays-gain-explicit-support-in-macos-27/ Craig Federighi learns that macOS 27 is to be called Golden Gate, not Big Bear - image credit: Apple
Maybe much of this year's WWDC keynote was rumored, but now we know that even some of the leaks that were more wishful thinking are real. Tim Cook's final WWDC played out as a torrent of new features across all of Apple's platforms.There was so much tha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdcs-siri-ai-macos-golden-gate-and-updated-apple-intelligence-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdcs-siri-ai-macos-golden-gate-and-updated-apple-intelligence-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/ Game Porting Toolkit 4 introduces support for AI agents.
While iOS 27 and Siri were the stars of the WWDC 2026 keynote, Apple hasn't forgotten about the Mac as a gaming platform. While we didn't get any triple-A game announcements this time around, the company did unveil a significant upgrade with Game Porting Toolkit 4.The utility, as its name implies, is meant]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/game-porting-toolkit-4-ushers-in-support-for-agentic-coding/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/game-porting-toolkit-4-ushers-in-support-for-agentic-coding/ Apple announced the changes on June 8 during WWDC 2026 as part of an effort to help developers grow on the App Store. New features include subscription options for groups, businesses, and schools.Users will see new recommendation tools that explain why specif]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/app-store-overhaul-gives-developers-new-ways-to-sell-subscriptions/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/app-store-overhaul-gives-developers-new-ways-to-sell-subscriptions/ iOS 27's first developer beta is out. Don't install it.As is tradition for WWDC, following the keynote detailing the changes Apple is making in its fall operating system updates, the first developer betas have been made available.The first developer builds of iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, tvOS 27, visionOS 27, and watchOS 27 are now downlo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-amp-macos-27-developer-betas-are-out-but-you-should-probably-wait/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-amp-macos-27-developer-betas-are-out-but-you-should-probably-wait/ tvOS 27 is here, with on-device video captioning, text size adjustment, and more.
Though iOS 27 was undoubtedly the star of WWDC 2026, tvOS received several meaningful enhancements of its own. These include a redesigned Apple Podcasts app and smart downloads on Apple TV.Additionally, AppleCar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tvos-27-sneaks-out-with-redesigned-podcasts-app-amp-ai-subtitle-generation/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tvos-27-sneaks-out-with-redesigned-podcasts-app-amp-ai-subtitle-generation/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/will-your-iphone-run-ios-27-here-are-all-the-compatible-models/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/will-your-iphone-run-ios-27-here-are-all-the-compatible-models/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-didnt-really-say-whats-coming-in-ios-27-so-i-guess-i-will/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-didnt-really-say-whats-coming-in-ios-27-so-i-guess-i-will/ iPadOS 27 is here with a redesigned Siri, Liquid Glass improvements, and more.
At WWDC 2026, Apple previewed long-awaited Apple Intelligence upgrades, with a redesigned Siri experience being one of the biggest software changes. There's also a new Liquid Glass slider, for easier user interface customization.Stability and performance improvements are a cornerstone of iOS 27 and i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ipados-27-cuts-off-a-few-favorite-ipad-models/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ipados-27-cuts-off-a-few-favorite-ipad-models/ New icons on an Apple Watch in watchOS 27
Whenever Apple updates its operating systems, it occasionally drops support for older hardware. This usually includes a few aging models, but for watchOS 27, it's a certifiable bloodbath.According to Apple's watchOS 27 Preview page, the section discussing compatibility lists just five products:
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/watchos-27-supported-by-just-five-apple-watch-models/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/watchos-27-supported-by-just-five-apple-watch-models/ Apple will continue its fight with the EU through withholding features
When Apple first revealed Apple Intelligence in 2024, it shared that the DMA would prevent its immediate rollout to the EU. It did eventually arrive via iOS 18.4 in March 2025.Now, EU users will have to deal with a similar delay in rollout for the new Sir]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-amp-new-apple-intelligence-not-coming-to-eu-right-away-thanks-to-dma/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/siri-ai-amp-new-apple-intelligence-not-coming-to-eu-right-away-thanks-to-dma/ The software update was announced at Apple Park in Cupertino, California, as part of the company's annual developer conference. Apple said macOS 27 will be available as a developer beta immediately, with a public beta arriving later in the summer and a full release planned for the fall.The compatibility list includes every Apple Silicon Mac currently supported by Apple. Ow]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macos-27-compatibility-list-focuses-entirely-on-apple-silicon/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macos-27-compatibility-list-focuses-entirely-on-apple-silicon/ watchOS 27 puts Siri AI at the center of the Apple Watch experience. Apple says the new assistant can answer open-ended questions, hold more natural conversations, and find information from a user's personal context.The update also expands Workout Buddy with new coaching insights based]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/coaching-wellness-features-amp-ai-make-the-biggest-impact-in-watchos-27/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/coaching-wellness-features-amp-ai-make-the-biggest-impact-in-watchos-27/ Apple says the most powerful on-device AI models will not be on all devices - image credit: Apple
The most significant part of Apple's WWDC announcement was the extensive array of features coming to Apple Intelligence and the new Siri AI. It's at last the natural language and contextual Siri we've been promised, plus major new featur]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/major-new-apple-intelligence-features-limited-to-the-newest-iphones-amp-macs/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/major-new-apple-intelligence-features-limited-to-the-newest-iphones-amp-macs/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-ipados-guide/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:39:45 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-ipados-guide/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-ios-guide/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:39:45 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-ios-guide/ Apple CEO Tim Cook delivering personal comments at WWDC 2026
The WWDC 2026 keynote wasn't just the venue for Apple's operating system and developer announcements. It's also the last time that Tim Cook will front the event as Apple's CEO.With it being the last major event before the CEO role transitions to John Ternus, Cook took a minute at the end of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/being-apple-ceo-was-tim-cooks-honor-of-a-lifetime/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/being-apple-ceo-was-tim-cooks-honor-of-a-lifetime/ The updated Image Playground can generate realistic images directly from text prompts. Users can also continue creating images in the app's existing Animation, Illustration, and Sketch styles.Apple announced the changes during its WWDC keynote as part of a broader Apple Intelligence update for iPhone, iPad]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/image-playground-gets-realistic-ai-image-generation-in-ios-27/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/image-playground-gets-realistic-ai-image-generation-in-ios-27/ Spatial Reframing will make it easier to fix your bad iPhone photos
Spatial Reframing was announced as part of the WWDC 2026 opening keynote. It's set to be made available to iPhone owners when the iOS 27 update is released to the public this fall.Part of Apple Intelligence, the Spatial Reframing feature uses Apple's Private Cloud Co]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/spatial-reframing-will-fix-your-bad-iphone-photos-with-ios-27/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/spatial-reframing-will-fix-your-bad-iphone-photos-with-ios-27/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/find-out-whats-new-for-apple-developers-2/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/find-out-whats-new-for-apple-developers-2/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/introducing-time-allowances/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/introducing-time-allowances/ Sections 3.1, 14.8: Specified requirements for providing information and responding to questions about developer identity, including in the context of export compliance.
Definitions, Section 3.3.3(N): Clarif]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/updated-apple-developer-program-license-agreement-and-app-review-guidelines-now-available/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/updated-apple-developer-program-license-agreement-and-app-review-guidelines-now-available/ A custom EQ is coming to Apple's AirPods
A custom EQ will allow AirPods owners to customize their sound signature, such as increasing the bass or boosting the treble. Apple announced the new feature as part of its WWDC 2026 opening keynote.This is the first time that Apple has allowed AirPods owners to actively change the way they sound. I]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-finally-gain-custom-eq-feature-in-ios-26/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-finally-gain-custom-eq-feature-in-ios-26/ The new Liquid Glass slider for iOS 27
The annual keynote address of Apple's WWDC week has, as usual, introduced developers to the next major release of iOS. Using the new year-based naming convention, iOS 27 will be installable on user iPhones this fall.As tradition dictates, it will also be testable by developers months in advance, usually starting from a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-gets-better-liquid-glass-and-more-responsiveness/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-gets-better-liquid-glass-and-more-responsiveness/ Apple Vision Pro runs visionOS and it will see some changes with version 27
WWDC 2026 is underway, and Apple is showing off all of the new features coming to each of the OS 27 updates due in the fall. Since Apple Intelligence can run on Apple Vision Pro, the new AI features are coming to the platform in addition to some platform-specific upgrades.Appl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/spatial-computing-amp-apple-intelligence-upgrades-collide-in-visionos-27/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/spatial-computing-amp-apple-intelligence-upgrades-collide-in-visionos-27/ The new operating system was announced during Apple's WWDC 2026 keynote on Monday. iOS 27 will be available as a developer beta immediately, followed by a public beta later this summer and a general release in the fall.Apple did not remove any iPhone models from its compatibility list this year. The company says iOS 27 supports the sa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-keeps-iphone-11-and-newer-compatibility/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-keeps-iphone-11-and-newer-compatibility/ The new Siri AI on iPhone - image credit: Apple
WWDC is Apple's annual developer conference. It's held every June and gives developers and fans alike a glimpse of what to expect when Apple rolls out its major operating system updates in the fall.This year is somewhat of a banner year, now, all thanks to one announcement. It finally seems like we're goi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-more-personal-siri-ai-is-set-to-arrive-in-2026/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/new-more-personal-siri-ai-is-set-to-arrive-in-2026/ Apple is bringing new parental control features to iPhone, Mac, and more
Alongside iOS 27, parental controls will also extend to the iPad with iPadOS 27 and the Mac, with macOS 27.Screen Time has long allowed parents to limit which apps their kids use, and how long they can use them. With iOS 27, announced at WWDC 2026]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/revamped-parental-controls-are-coming-to-iphone-mac-and-more/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/revamped-parental-controls-are-coming-to-iphone-mac-and-more/ iPadOS 27 brings changes to Liquid Glass
WWDC has already promised Apple Intelligence announcements, but there are new features for each OS coming too. The iPad will get iOS 27 features in addition to what has been revealed in iPadOS 27.Apple has only just announced iPadOS 27, so keep refreshing for more details as they become avail]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/liquid-glass-customization-amp-better-apple-intelligence-arrive-with-ipados-27/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/liquid-glass-customization-amp-better-apple-intelligence-arrive-with-ipados-27/ A redesigned sidebar is part of macOS Golden Gate - image credit: Apple
The new macOS 27 has been revealed during the WWDC 2026 opening keynote, and while not as substantial a new release as macOS Tahoe, it does bring some key new features to the Mac.It also continues Apple's edging of its platforms closer together, with more iPhone features making their way]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macos-27-golden-gate-delivers-more-liquid-glass-and-updated-siri/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/macos-27-golden-gate-delivers-more-liquid-glass-and-updated-siri/ AI nudity apps are a problem for the App Store
At the Cupertino Apple Park campus, Apple has welcomed developers and members of the press to watch its WWDC opening keynote. But protesters from UltraViolet, a women's advocacy group, are also in attendance with a sign claiming "Apple is powered by child sexual abuse."The Verge reports that Heat Ini]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/protesters-target-wwdc-in-call-for-nudify-app-store-bans/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/protesters-target-wwdc-in-call-for-nudify-app-store-bans/ Xcode's coding assistant now supports multiple ways of wo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-xcode-guide/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-xcode-guide/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-watchos-guide/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-watchos-guide/ This year, exciting new features make those experiences even more immersive.
Physical space lighting now blends virtual illumination with real-world environments, allowing virtual objects to cast light onto physical surfaces. When you combine this with the new Projective Textures]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-visionos-guide/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-visionos-guide/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-swiftui-guide/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-swiftui-guide/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-swift-guide/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-swift-guide/ New quantized tensor formats and support for scale factors allow you to easily express quantized data. Leverage native support in Metal performance primitives to efficiently compress weights and take advantage of the Neural Accelerators on the M5 Pro and M5 Max.Optimize custom machine learning operations with Metal tensorsBoost your graphics performance with the M5 and A19 GPU]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-metal-guide/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-metal-guide/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-macos-guide/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-macos-guide/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-machine-learning-guide/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-machine-learning-guide/ A new companion repository on Apple's GitHub brings together open-source agent skills and sample code to help you leverage AI coding agents throughout the porting process, so you can produce higher-quality ports and ship on Apple platforms faster.
New agent skills provide best practices and deep Metal know]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-games-guide/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-games-guide/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-design-guide/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-design-guide/ Multimodal prompts let you pass ima]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-apple-intelligence-guide/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-apple-intelligence-guide/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-app-store-guide/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/wwdc26-app-store-guide/ Save $100 to $140 on Apple Watch Series 11 - Image credit: Apple
Amazon's Apple Watch sale includes discounts across the entire wearable line, but we're especially interested in the Apple Watch Series 11 that's marked down to $299, making it a great time to pick up a Father's Day gift for Dad. Save $100 to $140 on numerous styles, including 46mm case options and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-early-prime-day-apple-watch-deals-slash-series-11-to-299/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/amazons-early-prime-day-apple-watch-deals-slash-series-11-to-299/ We have our WWDC badge ready.WWDC 2026 is underway, and a number of developers and other attendees have made their way to Apple Park. While the main attraction will be the keynote and Apple's new operating system launches, it will also serve as the first opportunity for anyone to try out the announced new features.While most people will be experiencing W]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/appleinsider-at-apple-park-before-the-wwdc-2026-keynote/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/appleinsider-at-apple-park-before-the-wwdc-2026-keynote/ Celebrities advise Tim Cook on how to say "Good Morning" - Image Credit: Tim Cook/X
The start of almost all major Apple presentations in the Tim Cook era has led with the CEO wishing viewers and crowds "good morning." The well-known phrase has now become part of an early-morning tease before what is believed to be Tim Cook's final use of the term for a keynote.Posted to X hour]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-last-good-morning-celebrities-help-tim-cook-start-wwdc/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-last-good-morning-celebrities-help-tim-cook-start-wwdc/ Users won't see Google Gemini on iPhone, but Apple will use it extensively both on-device and through the cloud
Apple confirmed in January 2026 that it will be using Google Gemini in its updating of Siri, and Google itself has made much of this. Now analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reports that Apple has an opportunity to deliver more wit]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-intelligence-could-bring-a-better-gemini-experience-than-google-does/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-intelligence-could-bring-a-better-gemini-experience-than-google-does/ Big Ben's clocktower - Image Credit: Amar Saleem/Pexels
The government of the United Kingdom has repeatedly demanded that Apple does something to protect children from the dangers of technology. Aside from discussions about blocking young people from social media and forcing stringent age checks on apps and websites, t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/uk-demands-apple-makes-a-child-protecting-nudity-detector-that-already-exists/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/uk-demands-apple-makes-a-child-protecting-nudity-detector-that-already-exists/ Apple TV's 'Schmigadoon!' has won four Tony Awards
Originally an Apple TV musical comedy, "Schmigadoon!" has become a stage hit, and in May 2026 was nominated for multiple Tony Awards. It's now won four of them, including the most prestigious ones:Best Musical
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/schmigadoon-earns-apple-egot-status-faster-than-netflix/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/schmigadoon-earns-apple-egot-status-faster-than-netflix/ Steve Jobs was visibly more gaunt during his last few times presenting WWDC - image credit: Apple
Even as early as WWDC 2006, there was concern over Steve Jobs's health. By WWDC 2011 on June 6 that year, there was no denying that he was looking gaunt, and that he had less energy than we were used to.But th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/steve-jobs-made-his-last-wwdc-appearance-15-years-ago/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/steve-jobs-made-his-last-wwdc-appearance-15-years-ago/ Apple TV's 'Schmigadoon!' has won four Tony Awards
Originally an Apple TV musical comedy, "Schmigadoon!" has become a stage hit, and in May 2026 was nominated for multiple Tony Awards. It's now won four of them, including the most prestigious ones:Best Musical
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/schmigadoon-earns-apple-egot-status-for-winning-all-major-awards/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/schmigadoon-earns-apple-egot-status-for-winning-all-major-awards/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/we-found-deals-across-every-iphone-including-ways-to-get-the-latest-model-for-free/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/we-found-deals-across-every-iphone-including-ways-to-get-the-latest-model-for-free/ WWDC 2026 swag bag - Image Credit: Canoopsy/X
Each year, visitors to Apple Park taking part in the WWDC festivities can pick up exclusive Apple merchandise from the on-site Apple Store. At the same time, attendees can pick up a swag bag, made specifically for the developer event.The 2026 swag bag was picked up by Canoopsy, who posted pictures to X on Sunda]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/little-finder-guy-joins-clarus-the-dogcow-in-the-2026-wwdc-swag-bag/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/little-finder-guy-joins-clarus-the-dogcow-in-the-2026-wwdc-swag-bag/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/consider-this-your-sign-to-grab-the-apple-watch-series-10-and-keep-an-extra-100-in-your-pocket/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/consider-this-your-sign-to-grab-the-apple-watch-series-10-and-keep-an-extra-100-in-your-pocket/ Grab a MacBook Air with a 10-core GPU for $899 today only - Image credit: Apple
Both Apple's Sky Blue and Midnight colorways are marked down to $899 this Monday, a discount of $300 off the original MSRP for the closeout M4 model.Buy M4 13" MacBook Air for $899
Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bamph-is-blowing-out-macbook-air-inventory-at-899-with-wwdc-deal-zone/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bamph-is-blowing-out-macbook-air-inventory-at-899-with-wwdc-deal-zone/ If only Apple keynotes gave blunt advice...
The introduction of Apple Silicon immediately put a timer on the Intel Mac experience. Apple Silicon was the company's new direction, and that everyone should migrate that way or be left behind.Evolve or die. Except less morbid and that it really dealt with software and hardware support.
Continue Reading on AppleInsi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-intel-support-is-on-its-last-legs-this-wwdc/Sun, 07 Jun 2026 22:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/sunday-reboot-intel-support-is-on-its-last-legs-this-wwdc/ WWDC 2026 swag bag - Image Credit: Canoopsy/X
Each year, visitors to Apple Park taking part in the WWDC festivities can pick up exclusive Apple merchandise from the on-site Apple Store. At the same time, attendees can pick up a swag bag, made specifically for the developer event.The 2026 swag bag was picked up by Canoopsy, who posted pictures to X on Sunda]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/little-finder-guy-joins-clarius-the-dogcow-in-the-2026-wwdc-swag-bag/Sun, 07 Jun 2026 21:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/little-finder-guy-joins-clarius-the-dogcow-in-the-2026-wwdc-swag-bag/ Apple Home Hub could be a tablet device that attaches to mounts like speakers and stands
In the Apple leaks world, unannounced products that get release windows pushed internally still get labeled as "delayed." Apple engineers clearly had a release date in mind, and even had a target set, but other]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/slow-to-arrive-apple-intelligence-upgrades-delayed-new-product-category-launches/Sun, 07 Jun 2026 17:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/slow-to-arrive-apple-intelligence-upgrades-delayed-new-product-category-launches/ Craig Federighi promoting Apple Intelligence - Image Credit: Apple
Monday's WWDC keynote address is expected to be heavy on AI features in iOS 27 and Apple's other operating systems.It should also bring to an end a turbulent period for the company. After the initial launch of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/one-fateful-meeting-in-2025-put-apple-intelligence-and-siri-on-the-right-course/Sun, 07 Jun 2026 17:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/one-fateful-meeting-in-2025-put-apple-intelligence-and-siri-on-the-right-course/ A supposed iPhone Fold dummy unit - Image Credit: Sonny Dickson
On June 1, an image circulated Weibo via a reputable leaker showing what seemed like a prototype or dummy unit for the iPhone Fold or Ultra. Days later, more shots have emerged.Shared to X early on June 7, the images from Sonny Dickson outright describes the pictured item as an "iPhone Fold dummy unit."]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/heres-what-the-folding-iphone-looks-like-open-and-shut/Sun, 07 Jun 2026 16:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/heres-what-the-folding-iphone-looks-like-open-and-shut/ Apple CEO Tim Cook will present WWDC 2026, but many of his executive team will feature too - image credit: Apple
Tim Cook does appear, unsurprisingly, to have already handed over the reins to the incoming CEO John Ternus for Apple's future planning. But Cook remains CEO until September, so the first time we'll]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-expected-to-head-wwdc-keynote-for-the-last-time/Sun, 07 Jun 2026 16:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/tim-cook-expected-to-head-wwdc-keynote-for-the-last-time/ A supposed iPhone Fold dummy unit - Image Credit: Sonny Dickson
On June 1, an image circulated Weibo via a reputable leaker showing what seemed like a prototype or dummy unit for the iPhone Fold or Ultra. Days later, more shots have emerged.Shared to X early on June 7, the images from Sonny Dickson outright describes the pictured item as an "iPhone Fold dummy unit."]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/more-iphone-fold-dummy-shots-appear-in-folded-open-forms/Sun, 07 Jun 2026 14:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/more-iphone-fold-dummy-shots-appear-in-folded-open-forms/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-what-we-know-about-apples-next-flagship-lineup/Sun, 07 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-what-we-know-about-apples-next-flagship-lineup/ Save up to $300 with MacBook Pro deals for WWDC - Image credit: Apple
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Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bamph-slashes-up-to-300-off-m5-pro-m5-max-macbook-pros-for-wwdc/Sun, 07 Jun 2026 07:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/bamph-slashes-up-to-300-off-m5-pro-m5-max-macbook-pros-for-wwdc/ Google Chrome icon
As one of the main browsers in use today, Google Chrome has engineers working to improve its performance, so it can maintain its position in the market. That work can sometimes lead to massive improvements, even for Mac users.In a Chromium blog post on June 4, Google declares that its optimizations to Chrome have resulted in it setti]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/chrome-for-macos-soundly-beats-browser-benchmark-records/Sat, 06 Jun 2026 15:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/chrome-for-macos-soundly-beats-browser-benchmark-records/ Steve Jobs was visibly more gaunt during his last few times presenting WWDC - image credit: Apple
Even as early as WWDC 2006, there was concern over Steve Jobs's health. By WWDC 2011 on June 6 that year, there was no denying that he was looking gaunt, and that he had less energy than we were used to.But th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/steve-jobs-made-his-last-wwdc-appearance-15-years-ago-today/Sat, 06 Jun 2026 13:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/steve-jobs-made-his-last-wwdc-appearance-15-years-ago-today/ WWDC is Apple's annual developer conference, where the company previews updates for the iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple TV, and Vision Pro. Developers are the primary audience, but the keynote also gives consumers an early look at many of the feature]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-watch-wwdc-2026-live-on-apple-tv-youtube-safari-amp-web-browsers/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/how-to-watch-wwdc-2026-live-on-apple-tv-youtube-safari-amp-web-browsers/ The iPhone Ultra might not come in a familiar black hue
With the clock ticking down to an expected September unveiling, we're seeing more and more iPhone Fold leaks by the day. The latest claims that even Apple doesn't yet know what colors the device will come in.Writing in a post to the Chinese social network Weibo, leak]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/latest-foldable-iphone-leak-improbably-says-apple-hasnt-decided-on-colors-yet/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/latest-foldable-iphone-leak-improbably-says-apple-hasnt-decided-on-colors-yet/ With a price tag pushing $400 in the U.S., post-tax, it's no surprise that competitors have been relentlessly releasing lower-priced options to the Magic Keyboard. Most, though, swap out premium materials for cheaper ones, like plastic.At times, it feels like a race to the bottom. Premium keyboards outside of A]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/brydge-max-13-review-finally-a-compelling-magic-keyboard-alternative/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/brydge-max-13-review-finally-a-compelling-magic-keyboard-alternative/ Proton VPN can keep your browsing habits private. Image source: Proton
It seems like everyone on the internet is trying to track you. Whether it's data brokers trying to profit off your personal information or your ISP attempting to help build an advertising profile, all eyes are on you when you browse.There]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/stay-safe-amp-browse-the-internet-freely-with-70-off-proton-vpn/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 15:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/stay-safe-amp-browse-the-internet-freely-with-70-off-proton-vpn/ It doesn't look like there's going to be an Apple Vision Pro 2 for a long time.
T'wasn't really the night before Christmas, but every day now feels like it because we're so close to WWDC and that all-important opening keynote. Just imagine it: once that's happened, we will finally know everything about iOS 27, and be loo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-vision-pro-wwdc-and-apple-takes-on-chrome-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 15:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-vision-pro-wwdc-and-apple-takes-on-chrome-on-the-appleinsider-podcast/ HomeKit simply refuses to be consistent in our home
Amid ongoing work to make Siri more personal and conversational, I'm left feeling less interested than ever before. Apple has had its chance to make Siri part of my life, and it's failed spectacularly.Apple Intelligence is a market]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/i-only-want-one-thing-from-wwdc-2026-and-its-got-nothing-to-do-with-ai/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 15:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/i-only-want-one-thing-from-wwdc-2026-and-its-got-nothing-to-do-with-ai/ The WWDC 2026 logo - Image Credit: Apple
Apple's annual Worldwide Developer Conference will be held from June 8 to June 12. As it's big developer event, it is also the main place to discover the big changes that will be arriving in its operating system updates due this fall.Just after the keynote announcing the news, Apple will release its first developer beta builds of iOS 27, iP]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-macos-27-siri-what-to-expect-to-launch-at-wwdc-2026/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/ios-27-macos-27-siri-what-to-expect-to-launch-at-wwdc-2026/ Detail from Apple's existing child protection white paper — image credit: Apple
It's already because of the UK's Online Safety Act and and some laws on the state-level in the US that Apple has introduced age verification. According to The Times, however, the country's government intends to go further.Reportedly, UK ministers will announce p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/uk-wants-to-jail-john-ternus-if-childrens-iphones-dont-block-nude-images/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/uk-wants-to-jail-john-ternus-if-childrens-iphones-dont-block-nude-images/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/rcs-messages-between-iphone-and-android-get-end-to-end-encryption-with-ios-265/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/rcs-messages-between-iphone-and-android-get-end-to-end-encryption-with-ios-265/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/love-wordle-here-are-10-similar-games-to-try-now/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/love-wordle-here-are-10-similar-games-to-try-now/ Mova LiDAX Ultra Lawn Mower review
One of the most recurring tropes of futuristic homes in fiction is this idea of little robot guys that run around doing stuff for you. We've had robot vacuums, mops, and even litter boxes, but the outdoors felt like a domain that hadn't been tackled just yet.When robotic lawn mowers first started becoming more affordable]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mova-lidax-ultra-lawn-mower-review-mostly-hands-off-lawn-care/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 02:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/mova-lidax-ultra-lawn-mower-review-mostly-hands-off-lawn-care/ Epic Games hopes the Supreme Court will throw out Apple's requests. Image source: Epic
The Apple versus Epic saga continues with yet another filing, this time from Epic. Even as the company prematurely celebrates its supposed victory, it has filed a strong attempt at convincing the Supreme Court to throw it all out.Basically,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-supreme-court-appeals-should-be-thrown-out-says-epic/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 01:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apples-supreme-court-appeals-should-be-thrown-out-says-epic/ The Poke app lets you use AI to respond to messages, schedule dinners, and more, all via iMessage.
WWDC 2026 is right around the corner, and it's been rumored that Apple is working on improving support for third-party AI utilities in iOS 27. We may just have gotten a better idea of what the future of iOS might entail, as the iPhone now suppor]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-ai-agent-for-messages-business-chat-approved-by-apple/Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/first-ai-agent-for-messages-business-chat-approved-by-apple/ Currently, most batteries on the market are traditional lithium-ion battery cells. It's a tried-and-true technology, utilized for years, that is commonplace and affordable.That doesn't mean the process is without its downsides, t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-best-solid-state-magsafe-batteries-for-your-iphone-in-2026/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 23:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/the-best-solid-state-magsafe-batteries-for-your-iphone-in-2026/ Leaked image purporting to show three light-blue iPhone 18 Pro chassis - image credit: Lanzk
It's always suspicious when a leaker has just a single image of a purported device, but now a series of shots have shown off most of the colors expected for the iPhone 18 Pro. The problem is, they're not the iPhone 18 Pro at all.In a social media post from LusiRoy8, p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-color-leaks-are-yet-again-just-third-party-accessories/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-color-leaks-are-yet-again-just-third-party-accessories/ The display of the current-gen M5 MacBook Pro
We've seen rumors about the fabled OLED Apple laptop for years, all with various release dates. But recently, reports have coalesced on a release window of anywhere between October 2026 from older reports, and newer ones saying the early months of 2027.Despite that, research outfi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/flaky-oled-macbook-ultra-rumor-contradicts-more-reliable-leakers-timeframes/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/flaky-oled-macbook-ultra-rumor-contradicts-more-reliable-leakers-timeframes/ The display of the current-gen M5 MacBook Pro
We've seen rumors about the fabled OLED Apple laptop for years, all with various release dates. But recently, reports have coalesced on a release window of anywhere between October 2026 from older reports, and newer ones saying the early months of 2027.Despite that, research outfi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/flaky-oled-macbook-ultra-rumor-contradicts-more-reliable-leakerss-timeframes/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 20:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/flaky-oled-macbook-ultra-rumor-contradicts-more-reliable-leakerss-timeframes/ App Store ecosystem climbs to a record $1.4 trillion
Every year, typically right before WWDC, Apple releases a study showing how the App Store has fared over the prior year. In 2025, the App Store facilitated more than $1.4 trillion in developer billings. And, it said that the App Store ecosystem has tripled in size since 20]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/app-store-ecosystem-surges-to-14-trillion-globally-in-2025-from-a-certain-point-of-view/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/app-store-ecosystem-surges-to-14-trillion-globally-in-2025-from-a-certain-point-of-view/ Google's AI Edge Gallery just launched on the Mac
While the AI Edge Gallery has been available for the iPhone for a while, the Mac has lagged behind. That changed today when Google made the AI Edge Gallery app available as a direct download from its website.Running an LLM locally has multiple benefits, not]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/run-googles-gemma-llms-right-on-your-mac-with-the-new-ai-edge-gallery/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/run-googles-gemma-llms-right-on-your-mac-with-the-new-ai-edge-gallery/ Grab AirPods Max 2 at the lowest price ever - Image credit: Apple
You can pick up AirPods Max 2 at a $50 discount at Amazon today when you opt for the Midnight or Starlight colors. This reflects the lowest price seen to date since the over-ear headphones were announced in late March 2026. Amazon Prime members can also get delivery as early as to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-max-2-plunge-to-499-at-amazon-the-lowest-price-ever/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/airpods-max-2-plunge-to-499-at-amazon-the-lowest-price-ever/ Customer notifications show the annual percentage yield has fallen from 3.5% to 3.4%, marking the latest reduction for the savings account.Users began reporting notifications of the change on June 4, adding another entry to the growing list of rate cuts affecting Apple Card Sa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-card-savings-returns-keep-shrinking-as-apy-falls-to-34/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/apple-card-savings-returns-keep-shrinking-as-apy-falls-to-34/ Leaked image purporting to show three light-blue iPhone 18 Pro chassis - image credit: Lanzk
It's always suspicious when a leaker has just a single image of a purported device, but now a series of shots have shown off most of the colors expected for the iPhone 18 Pro.On Yeux1122's blog, fellow leaker Lanzk claims to have samples of the aluminum fra]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/these-photos-are-the-best-leak-yet-of-iphone-18-pro-colors/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/these-photos-are-the-best-leak-yet-of-iphone-18-pro-colors/ Google's AI Edge Gallery just launched on the Mac
While the AI Edge Gallery has been available for the iPhone for a while, the Mac has lagged behind. That changed today when Google made the AI Edge Gallery app available as a direct download from its website.Running an LLM locally has multiple benefits, not]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/run-googles-gemini-llms-right-on-your-mac-with-the-new-ai-edge-gallery/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/run-googles-gemini-llms-right-on-your-mac-with-the-new-ai-edge-gallery/ The iPhone 18 Pro Max isn't getting any thinner this year.
Just like its predecessor, a new report claims Apple's monster 2026 iPhone will measure 8.75mm. That's thicker than the iPhone 16 Pro Max's 8.25mm measurement, and a pocket-filler for fans of skinny jeans and the like.The measurement comes from Weibo leaker Ice Universe, and is notable]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-max-isnt-getting-any-thinner-as-apple-focuses-elsewhere/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/iphone-18-pro-max-isnt-getting-any-thinner-as-apple-focuses-elsewhere/https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/revamped-siri-will-tap-nvidia-chips-for-fast-private-cloud-computing/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-au/news/apple/revamped-siri-will-tap-nvidia-chips-for-fast-private-cloud-computing/ 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
Frequent medical or treatment information
Loot boxes
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/