• watchOS 27 beta 2 now available for Apple Watch Ultra 3

    watchOS 27 beta 2 now available for Apple Watch Ultra 3
    Developers with an Apple Watch Ultra 3 can now install the second developer beta of watchOS 27, which offers access to Siri AI and an improved Workout Buddy.
    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
  • Save $850 on M5 Max MacBook Pro 16-inch with last-minute Prime Day deal

    Save $850 on M5 Max MacBook Pro 16-inch with last-minute Prime Day deal
    Amazon's staggering $850 discount on a loaded 16-inch MacBook Pro with Apple's M5 Max chip is available now, but with Prime Day ending tonight, you'll want to act fast.
    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,
  • OpenAI has poached another Apple executive for its hardware division

    OpenAI has poached another Apple executive for its hardware division
    Apple has lost yet another upper-level executive to OpenAI, this time Paul Meade from its Vision Products Group.
    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
  • Level Lock team gutting leaves unanswered questions

    Level Lock team gutting leaves unanswered questions
    Assa Abloy, the parent company of Level, has laid off most of the company's staff. While the Apple Home Key locks will work in the short term, others are concerned about the platform's future.Level Lock Pro
    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
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  • OLED, touchscreen, and more: What to expect from the 2027 MacBook PRo

    OLED, touchscreen, and more: What to expect from the 2027 MacBook PRo
    Apple's MacBook Pro is set to receive an overhaul, with a redesign, an an OLED touchscreen expected to be the key changes. Here's what the rumor mill has to say about the device.
    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
  • iPhone 18 rumored to have slightly more RAM, might improve AI performance

    iPhone 18 rumored to have slightly more RAM, might improve AI performance
    Apple's lower-end iPhone 18 models, expected to be announced in spring 2027, will feature 9GB of RAM for improved Apple Intelligence support, according to a new analyst report.
    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
  • Apple's first cinematic event in 2026 is Everest ascent saga 'Tenzing'

    Apple's first cinematic event in 2026 is Everest ascent saga 'Tenzing'
    Apple will give its upcoming Everest drama "Tenzing" its first theatrical release of the year before bringing the film to Apple TV, continuing its strategy of debuting select prestige films on the big screen.
    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
  • Touchscreen MacBook Pro will stick with M5 for first release

    Touchscreen MacBook Pro will stick with M5 for first release
    A new report claims that Apple will not upgrade the processors for its expected touch MacBook Pro, while models using with an M7 designed for heavy AI workloads will follow from late 2027.
    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
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  • Apple increased prices, now is the time to grab Prime Day deals at up to $850 off

    Apple increased prices, now is the time to grab Prime Day deals at up to $850 off
    Prime Day 2026 is winding down, and now is the time to snap up some of the lowest prices of the year before Apple's Mac and iPad price increases hit Amazon.
    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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  • Apple will provide aid to victims of devastating back-to-back earthquakes in Venezuela

    Apple will provide aid to victims of devastating back-to-back earthquakes in Venezuela
    Apple CEO Tim Cook has said the company will donate to relief efforts after a pair of earthquakes ravaged northern Venezuela.
    Image credit: AP Photo/Javier Campos
    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
  • How to play Steam VR games on an Apple Vision Pro using ALVR

    ALVR is one of the tools to stream VR games from a Windows PC to their Apple Vision Pro over Wi-Fi. Here's how to get the tool working, and what to expect.
    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
  • Prime Day Apple Watch deals from $199 end today, shop now before it's too late

    Prime Day Apple Watch deals from $199 end today, shop now before it's too late
    Amazon's Prime Day Apple Watch deals end today, with SE 3, Series 11, and Ultra 3 prices falling to as low as $199. Grab a wearable at up to $160 off before the sale ends.
    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
  • Price hikes, new betas, and iPhone Fold, on the AppleInsider Podcast

    Price hikes, new betas, and iPhone Fold, on the AppleInsider Podcast
    Tim Cook warned us it was coming, but still the price rises on most, although not all, Apple products are a blow. Here's what's changed, and when it might change back. All this and more, on this week's episode of the AppleInsider Podcast.
    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
  • 15 Hidden iOS 27 Features You Can Check Out in the Developer Beta

    15 Hidden iOS 27 Features You Can Check Out in the Developer Beta
    Apple spent plenty of time talking about Siri AI at WWDC, but some of iOS 27's most useful changes are much smaller.
  • These iPhone accessibility settings can make everyday tasks easier

    Apple's accessibility settings are often overlooked, but many of them double as practical workflow tools that can speed up everyday tasks across iPhone.
    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
  • Apple increased prices, now is the time to grab Prime Day deals from $11

    Apple increased prices, now is the time to grab Prime Day deals from $11
    Prime Day 2026 is winding down, and now is the time to snap up some of the lowest prices of the year before Apple's Mac and iPad price increases hit Amazon.
    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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  • Amazon's $1,149 15-inch MacBook Air deal is selling out, save up to $450 across line

    Amazon's $1,149 15-inch MacBook Air deal is selling out, save up to $450 across line
    Apple's price increases have resulted in increased demand for Amazon's Prime Day deals, which remain unchanged. A top seller is this M5 15-inch MacBook Air for $1,149.
    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
  • Apple's Price Increases Extend to Refurbished Macs and iPads

    Apple's Price Increases Extend to Refurbished Macs and iPads
    Are Apple's price hikes making you consider a refurb? Expect to pay more for those, too.
  • Amazon's $299 iPad deal is in stock now, $150 off Apple's new $449 price

    Amazon's $299 iPad deal is in stock now, $150 off Apple's new $449 price
    Apple raised iPad prices today, but Amazon's $299 iPad deal is still available, reflecting a $150 discount off the new MSRP. Plus save on iPad mini, Air, and Pro models for a limited time.
    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
  • Apple will skip M6 Pro, Max chips in favor of M7 AI alternatives

    Apple will skip M6 Pro, Max chips in favor of M7 AI alternatives
    Apple is rumored to skip M6 Pro and M6 Max Apple Silicon chips in favor of new, AI-first M7 chips, according to a new report.
    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
  • Amazon's $949 M5 MacBook Air deal is a steal after Apple raises prices

    Amazon's $949 M5 MacBook Air deal is a steal after Apple raises prices
    Apple raised M5 MacBook Air prices, but Amazon has maintained its best Prime Day deal at $949. Beat Apple's price hikes now and save up to $450 before the sale ends.
    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
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  • Back to School promotion could ease the sting of Apple's higher Mac & iPad prices

    Back to School promotion could ease the sting of Apple's higher Mac & iPad prices
    Apple's annual Back to School promotion is expected to return around July 1, giving eligible students a timely way to offset Apple's newly announced Mac and iPad price increases.MacBook Neo
    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
  • Grab Amazon's $1,549 M5 MacBook Pro deal, a $450 discount after Apple's price hike

    Grab Amazon's $1,549 M5 MacBook Pro deal, a $450 discount after Apple's price hike
    Apple raised M5 MacBook Pro prices today, but Amazon still has the 1TB 14-inch model on sale for $1,549. Chances are the deal will sell out quickly.
    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
  • Apple stock getting hit after price hikes, analysts mostly nonplussed

    Apple stock getting hit after price hikes, analysts mostly nonplussed
    Apple's rare mid-cycle hardware price increases pushed the stock lower on June 25, but Wall Street's early response stayed largely upbeat as analysts kept their ratings and targets unchanged.Wall Street reacts to Apple's price hikes
    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
  • Why the MacBook Neo got a price hike, and why it really shouldn't have

    Why the MacBook Neo got a price hike, and why it really shouldn't have
    Apple has increased the price of the MacBook Neo from $599 to $699, a move that is as disappointing as it was inevitable amid ongoing global RAM and storage price and availability tensions.
    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.
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  • Apple just increased prices, now is the time to grab Prime Day deals from $11

    Apple just increased prices, now is the time to grab Prime Day deals from $11
    Day 3 of Prime Day 2026 is underway, and now is the time to snap up some of the lowest prices of the year before Apple's Mac and iPad price increases hit Amazon.
    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
  • iPhone, Apple Watch & AirPods escape Apple's latest price increases

    iPhone, Apple Watch & AirPods escape Apple's latest price increases
    Apple left iPhone, Apple Watch, AirPods, and AirTag prices unchanged even as it raised prices across much of its hardware lineup, leaving some of its most popular products untouched.AirPods 4
    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
  • Apple confirms price hikes across Macs, iPads, and more

    Apple confirms price hikes across Macs, iPads, and more
    The Apple Store is back online after being taken down briefly, and its return has brought with it some significant price increases across some of Apple's most popular products, including the MacBook Neo.
    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
  • Apple Store was down, to implement price hikes

    Apple Store was down, to implement price hikes
    The Apple Store is currently down, with the company saying that it is "making changes" to its online shopping site and leaving people temporarily unable to buy iPhones 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
  • Apple Store is down, for one of two reasons

    Apple Store is down, for one of two reasons
    The Apple Store is currently down, with the company saying that it is "making changes" to its online shopping site and leaving people temporarily unable to buy iPhones and more.
    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

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