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• Get full-featured PDF editing on your Mac with PDF Expert — now 43% off

  15-02-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  TL;DR: Get PDF Expert Premium on Mac for $79.99 and score a lifetime of PDF editing, annotation, conversion, and form-filling — no subscription required.If you deal with PDFs, you’ve probably run into editors that are slow, clunky, or frustrating. PDF Expert changes all that on Mac, turning PDF tasks into a smooth, hassle-free experience — and right now, a lifetime subscription is just $79.99 (MSRP $139.99).With a lifetime subscription, you can 
  
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• Block the world, keep the beat — JBL Tune Buds 2 for $39.99

  15-02-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  TL;DR: Get JBL Tune Buds 2 true wireless earbuds for $39.99 (MSRP $109.95) — enjoy adaptive noise cancelling, immersive JBL Pure Bass, and all-day playback in style.Your playlist deserves earbuds that keep up. JBL Tune Buds 2 True Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds deliver punchy JBL Pure Bass, spatial audio that makes every beat pop, and Adaptive Noise Cancelling that lets you tune out the world or hear exactly what you want. Ergonomic, water and dust-resi
  
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• Apple reportedly releasing new ‘Sales Coach’ app soon

  15-02-2026 00:41 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple is reportedly planning to launch a new “Sales Coach” app later this month. The app will allegedly serve as a place for Apple to provide “sales tips and training resources” to employees, plus integrate with an AI chatbot.more…
  
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• AirPods Pro 3 vs AirPods Pro 2: There’s more to the upgrade than you might expect

  14-02-2026 23:15 via 9to5mac.com
  When AirPods Pro 3 initially debuted, I was a little bit hesitant about upgrading. I felt that AirPods Pro 2 were still excellent. On top of that, one of the key features of AirPods Pro 3, Live Translation, was also coming to AirPods Pro 2. However, after giving them plenty of usage, I can definitely say they’re worth an upgrade for a lot of people.more…
  
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• Indie App Spotlight: ‘Peaks’ uses Apple Health data to help you manage your energy

  14-02-2026 21:30 via 9to5mac.com
  Welcome to Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you’re a developer and would like your app featured, get in contact.If you’re an Apple Watch user, the Apple Health app has loads of useful data based on what it can collect from the watch. However, it’s not always easy to analyze that data and turn it into actionable health advice. Peaks solves one part of the problem, by utilizing your sleep d
  
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• Here’s why M5 MacBook Pro is still worth buying, even as redesign rumors loom

  14-02-2026 18:45 via 9to5mac.com
  The current 14-inch MacBook Pro design is nearing five years old. It’s also not at all a secret that Apple is working on a redesign for its MacBook Pro lineup.Despite those facts though, there’s still one compelling argument to be made about buying one today – even with bigger changes right around the horizon.more…
  
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• These rumored iPhone 18 Pro features might tempt you to upgrade later this year

  14-02-2026 16:30 via 9to5mac.com
  Later this year, Apple will once again unveil a full set of flagship iPhones. It may feel like iPhone 17 Pro is still pretty recent, but actually – it’s already been five months. Out of everything in the rumor mill, iPhone Fold certainly sounds the most interesting – but there’s still a few interesting upgrades coming to the iPhone 18 Pro.more…
  
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• Game over, losers. The iPad won

  14-02-2026 16:12 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Harken, if you will, back to a simpler time. A time when the Macalope’s columns were mostly concerned with dunking on people who said ridiculous things about Apple or Apple products.What happened to those days, Carol? We were so young. So full of life. Did you ever finish making that dating app? It was for people in open relationships in gated communities. What a terrible idea. But such was our pie-eyed optimism! The future was spread out before us like a cruise ship buffet, but w
  
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• How to disable privacy indicators on external displays connected to your Mac [Video]

  14-02-2026 16:00 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple includes privacy indicators in the upper-right corner of your Mac’s display to indicate when critical hardware is in use. An orange indicator means your microphone is in use, while a green indicator suggests the camera is in use. These indicators help users stay diligent about apps that may be using the camera or microphone legitimately or, in the worst case, unscrupulously.While I appreciate having these indicators, they can become a distraction when taking screenshots or recording
  
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• Apple promotes upcoming Formula 1 season with Shot on iPhone campaign

  14-02-2026 15:34 via 9to5mac.com
  Ahead of the streaming of Formula 1 on Apple TV, Apple has been working with various teams to promote their new cars in Shot on iPhone campaigns. As pictured above, this includes a partnership with F1 newcomer Cadillac …more…
  
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• Apple @ Work: DDM OS Reminder 2.0 fixes the biggest flaw in Declarative Device Management software updates

  14-02-2026 15:00 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple @ Work is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Mosyle is the only solution that integrates in a single professional-grade platform all the solutions necessary to seamlessly and automatically deploy, manage & protect Apple devices at work. Over 45,000 organizations trust Mosyle to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work
  
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• These two new Find My accessories solve some of AirTag’s biggest gaps [Hands-on]

  14-02-2026 14:30 via 9to5mac.com
  At CES 2026, Rolling Square introduced new versions of two unique Find My accessories they offer: AirCard Pro and AirNotch Pro. Both of these now support both Apple’s Find My and Android’s Find Hub networks, and they’re better than ever – while coming in at lower price points.more…
  
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• This week’s top stories: iOS 26.3 now available, Siri roadblocks, and more

  14-02-2026 13:00 via 9to5mac.com
  Welcome to 9to5Mac’s top stories of the week, where we recap the biggest news in the Apple world every Saturday. This week, we have more potential Siri delays, iOS 26.3 is now available, and more Apple news. Plus, our usual slate of new podcast episodes, opinion pieces, and much more. Read on for all of this week’s top stories.more…
  
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• This MacBook Pro should not be only $470

  14-02-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  TL;DR: Get a near-mint 2020 MacBook Pro with pro-level specs for $469.97 — a massive drop from $1,999 while inventory lasts.There are good laptop deals, and then there are “wait, that used to cost how much?” deals.This like-new Apple MacBook Pro (2020) originally retailed for $1,999. Right now, it’s down to $469.97, which is the kind of price that makes upgrading feel way less dramatic.Inside, you’re getting a 10th-gen Intel Core i7
  
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• The easiest way to declutter your iPhone: Cleaner Kit lifetime plan for $20

  14-02-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  TL;DR: Clear out your iPhone for good — Cleaner Kit’s AI removes duplicates, junk, and clutter for just $19.97 lifetime through February 22.Your iPhone is probably stuffed with duplicate contacts, old screenshots, and emails you never open. Cleaner Kit steps in to sort it all out. This intelligent app uses AI to declutter your device, organize your files, and keep everything neat — and right now, you can grab a lifetime plan for only $19.97.Trusted by mo
  
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• Apple Music pokes fun at latest Spotify price increase

  14-02-2026 01:47 via 9to5mac.com
  Last month, Spotify announced a new round of price increases for subscribers in the United States and other countries. As the price increases start to go into effect starting with February renewals, Apple Music is poking fun at Spotify’s drama on social media.Apple Music is also offering a free three-month trial right now.
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• Three New Apple Home Products Rumored for 2026

  14-02-2026 01:18 via macrumors.com
  Apple has a long list of new products rumored for 2026, including a series of home products that will see the company establishing more of a presence in the smart home space. Robots are on the horizon for 2027, but the 2026 releases will be a little tamer.
  HomePod mini
  We're expecting a new HomePod mini 2 to launch at any time. Apple isn't going to update the device's design, but we could get new colors. The ‌HomePod mini‌ 2 will have an updated S-series chip based on the Apple Watch S
  
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• Is Apple Phasing Out the iWork Brand?

  13-02-2026 23:59 via macrumors.com
  With the launch of the Creator Studio subscription app offering, Apple may be phasing out the iWork branding that it has used since 2005 for Pages, Keynote, and Numbers.
  Apple today removed the iWork section on its website, and the URL now redirects to a more generic "apps" page that features Creator Studio, Apple Arcade, Apple Invites, Image Playground, and other Apple apps.The iWork page that Apple removed was dedicated solely to Pages, Numbers, and Keynote, featuring information on each app a
  
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• Apple Launching New 'Sales Coach' App

  13-02-2026 23:01 via macrumors.com
  Apple plans to launch a rebranded "Sales Coach" app on the iPhone and iPad later this month, according to a source familiar with the matter.
  "Sales Coach" will arrive as an update to Apple's existing "SEED" app, and it will continue to provide sales tips and training resources to Apple Store and Apple Authorized Reseller employees around the world. For example, there are articles and videos highlighting everything from reasons to upgrade to a newer iPhone to popular iPad features.Apple is aiming
  
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• ‘Trying’ is one of Apple TV’s sweetest treats

  13-02-2026 23:00 via macdailynews.com
  Apple TV in May 2025 renewed its acclaimed comedy series “Trying” for a fifth season.
  Last May, Apple TV announced a fifth season renewal for acclaimed comedy series “Trying,” starring BAFTA Award nominee Esther Smith and SAG Award nominee Rafe Spall. Season five finds Nikki (Smith) and Jason (Spall) dealing with the consequences of Princess and Tyler’s biological mother Kat (Charlotte Riley) turning up at their doorstep, and the whirlwind of chaos she brings into t
  
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• iPhone 18 Pro could get next-gen N2 chip, pushing an exciting trend

  13-02-2026 22:16 via 9to5mac.com
  iPhone 18 Pro is rumored to get a next-gen C2 modem, enabling several new advantages for Apple’s flagship. But an analyst report says there’s a new N2 chip coming to iPhone 18 Pro as well, continuing an exciting trend.more…
  
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• 74 percent of Apple iPhones introduced in the last four years are running iOS 26

  13-02-2026 22:02 via macdailynews.com
  Apple’s iOS 26
  Apple has released the latest iOS and iPadOS usage statistics, providing insight into adoption rates across active devices as of mid-February 2026. The data, measured from devices that transacted on the App Store on February 12, 2026, shows strong uptake of the newest major versions — iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 — particularly among more recent hardware.
  Strong Adoption Among Recent Devices
  For iPhones introduced in the last four years, 74% are now running iOS 26. This
  
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• Qobuz launches new CarPlay app, Siri integration

  13-02-2026 21:45 via 9to5mac.com
  Qobuz, a popular hi-res music streaming service, is out with an all-new CarPlay app this week. The company touts that new CarPlay app offers a “a more robust and streamlined listening experience.”more…
  
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• Sony unveils WF-1000XM6 earbuds in attempt to challenge Apple’s AirPods Pro 3

  13-02-2026 21:44 via macdailynews.com
  Sony’s $330 WF-1000XM6 Earbuds
  Sony today introduced its latest flagship true wireless earbuds, the WF-1000XM6, positioned as a direct competitor to Apple’s AirPods Pro 3. Priced at $330, the new model delivers significantly enhanced Active Noise Cancellation—achieving a 25% greater overall noise reduction than the previous WF-1000XM5—while offering particular improvements in blocking mid-to-high frequency sounds commonly encountered in daily environments.
  Juli Clover for
  
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• Are people updating to iOS 26? Here’s Apple’s official data

  13-02-2026 21:13 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple has released the highly-anticipated adoption statistics for iOS 26 for the first time. The company says that 74% of all devices introduced in the last four years are running iOS 26, while 66% of all devices are running iOS 26.
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• iOS 26 recently added five new ways to customize your iPhone

  13-02-2026 21:11 via 9to5mac.com
  iOS 26 introduced a bold new Liquid Glass design, and subsequent updates have added new ways to customize not only how your iPhone looks, but also how it works. Here are five recent new customization settings.more…
  
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• Apple Reveals How Many iPhones Are Running iOS 26

  13-02-2026 20:55 via macrumors.com
  Apple has shared updated iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 adoption figures, revealing how many iPhones and iPads are running those software versions.
  These adoption numbers are based on iPhones and iPads that transacted on the App Store on February 12, 2026, according to Apple.The statistics are as follows:74% of all iPhones introduced in the last four years are running iOS 26.
  66% of all iPhones are running iOS 26.
  66% of all iPads introduced in the last four years are running iPadOS 26.
  57% of all iPads a
  
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• There’s finally a Vision Pro YouTube app, not that anyone cares

  13-02-2026 20:54 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Well it only took two years, but there’s finally an official YouTube app for Vision Pro. You could always just visit YouTube using the Vision Pro web browser, but that’s not the same thing. And the popular third-party app, Juno, was quickly taken down.The official YouTube app is not quite an MVP (minimum viable product), but it’s close. It’s just a floating window that can play YouTube videos, including the relatively paltry selection of 3D 360-degree and VR 180-
  
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• HomeKit Weekly: The Onvis CS2 turns a simple door sensor into multiple use cases for Apple Home

  13-02-2026 20:14 via 9to5mac.com
  When automating your smart home, much of the attention centers on cameras and lights, but I believe HomeKit door sensors are arguably among the most critical devices to add to your setup. I’ve written about Onvis before, but the Smart Security Alarm Contact Sensor (CS2) takes the concept of a simple door sensor and turns it into a lot more. It supports Thread, but the really cool add-on here is a 120dB siren built right into the sensor. Let’s take a look at the Onvis CS2.more…
  
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• Apple studies what real users expect from AI agents

  13-02-2026 20:01 via macdailynews.com
  Apple researchers have conducted a study to explore what everyday users truly expect from AI agents and how they prefer to interact with them. Titled “Mapping the Design Space of User Experience for Computer Use Agents,” the paper — authored by a team of four Apple researchers — notes that while the industry has poured significant resources into building and assessing AI agents, key elements of the user experience remain under-explored: specifically, users’ preferr
  
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• Apple TV has two thriller series premiering soon, here’s what’s coming

  13-02-2026 19:33 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple TV has ramped up its lineup of thrillers recently, and the next two series in the genre are coming soon. Here are the details on two upcoming thrillers: The Last Thing He Told Me and Imperfect Women.more…
  
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• Apple leads tech selloff as AI stumbles, margin fears mount

  13-02-2026 19:01 via macdailynews.com
  Apple spearheaded a renewed sell-off in technology stocks Thursday, plunging 5% and erasing roughly $200 billion in market value—its steepest single-day decline in months. The slide intensified as sector sentiment soured following Cisco’s warning that escalating memory chip costs were squeezing profitability, fueling broader investor concerns over profit margins tied to AI-related spending.
  Faizan Farooque for GuruFocus:‎Concerns about AI taking employment away from people made
  
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• Apple TV this week: ‘Eternity’ is now streaming

  13-02-2026 18:25 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  What’s new on Apple TV? What are the best shows and movies? How do you sign up and what does it cost? This article will answer all of that, and you’ll also get a list of all the currently-available Apple TV content. There’s also a ton of new content in the works for Apple’s service, too. f you want to know what’s on the way, check out our list of upcoming Apple TV shows and movies.Updated February 13, 2026: Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Eternity i
  
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• The A16 iPad drops to its best price this year

  13-02-2026 18:16 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  We absolutely love a good iPad deal, and it just so happens that Apple’s cheapest tablet has dropped to the best price we’ve yet to see this year. You can get this gorgeous 11-inch iPad for $300 at Amazon, a savings of $50 on its usual MSRP.Powered by the superfast A16 chip, this iPad is a fast little thing that’s perfect for multitasking, gaming, editing photos and videos, and whatever else you do on a tablet. We’re sure your kids will enjoy it when you pass it
  
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• The MacRumors Show: Revamped Siri Delayed Again?

  13-02-2026 18:15 via macrumors.com
  We discuss the upcoming iPhone 17e and iPad models, as well as Apple's apparent issues finalizing the revamped version of Siri, on this week's episode of The MacRumors Show.Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel for more videos
  The announcement of the ‌iPhone‌ 17e is said to be "imminent," with stock of the iPhone 16e now dwindling. The new device is rumored to come with four main new features, including the A19 chip from the iPhone 17, MagSafe connectivity, the C1X cellular m
  
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• Text Shortcuts You Should Be Using on iPhone and Mac

  13-02-2026 18:06 via macrumors.com
  Apple's autocorrect on iPhone and iPad always aims to help when you're typing a message, but it's by no means perfect, and some of the replacements it continually spews out can be frustrating. Fortunately, Apple's software includes a feature called Text Replacement that allows you to specify what word or phrase replaces the specific text you type in.Even if you haven't set up Text Replacement, you can try it out with Apple's pre-set example: In any app that accepts text input, type "Omw" followe
  
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• Smart Home Diary: Planning my new smart home, 13 years later

  13-02-2026 18:00 via 9to5mac.com
  I’m just about starting to believe that I may be heading into the final stages of an extremely lengthy attempt to sell one apartment and buy another, so I’m currently giving some thought to the smart home technology I’ll want in my new home.This will be some 13 years after I first adopted smart home tech, so I’m expecting to make a few changes – some small, one potentially much larger …more…
  
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• Apple prevails in third trial of long-running 4G patent dispute with Optis Wireless

  13-02-2026 18:00 via macdailynews.com
  Apple won a defense verdict on Thursday in a lawsuit by intellectual-property management company Optis Wireless, which had accused the tech giant of violating its patent rights in 4G wireless technology.
  Optis had won verdicts of $506 million and $300 million against Apple in earlier trials in the long-running case in Marshall, Texas. Both verdicts were later overturned on appeal.
  Blake Brittain for Reuters:‎“We thank the jury for their time, and we’re pleased they rejected Opti
  
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• New Mac Studio orders delayed 1-2 months as refresh looms

  13-02-2026 17:50 via 9to5mac.com
  New orders of the Mac Studio are currently seeing unusually long delays, with shipping estimates stretching out to April for some models. Here are the details.more…
  
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• Apple Now Testing Flip-Style Foldable iPhone

  13-02-2026 17:47 via macrumors.com
  Apple is testing a different kind of foldable iPhone with a flip-style design, according to a known leaker based in Asia.Citing supposedly verifiable supply chain information, the Weibo user known as "Fixed Focus Digital" says that Apple has tested a flip-style foldable ‌iPhone‌. Such a device would compete with devices such as Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 7 and the modern-day Motorola Razr.The rumored flip-device comes in addition to the wide foldable ‌iPhone‌ that is expected to
  
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• Deals: M5 MacBook Pro $300 off, 13-inch MacBook Air $250 off, AirTag 2 lowest price yet, more

  13-02-2026 17:44 via 9to5mac.com
  We are heading into President’s Day weekend with Amazon’s wide-ranging sale in full swing alongside ongoing price drops on AirPods Pro 3 and more. We also adding a chance to score 32GB 13-inch M4 MacBook Air at $250 off (as opposed to the 15-inch we had earlier this week), alongside a look at the best deals on M5 MacBook Pro configs – most affordable 24GB at $250 off and upgraded models at $300 off. Today has ushered in the first chance to save on the brand new AirTag 2, open-b
  
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• Five iPhone 18 Pro Features Revealed in New Report

  13-02-2026 17:43 via macrumors.com
  While the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are still seven months away, an analyst has revealed five new features the devices will allegedly have.Rumored color options for the iPhone 18 Pro models
  In a research note with investment firm GF Securities on Thursday, analyst Jeff Pu outlined the following upgrades for the iPhone 18 Pro models:Smaller Dynamic Island: It has been rumored that Face ID's flood illuminator will be moved under the screen on the iPhone 18 Pro models, paving the way for
  
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• 9to5Mac Daily: February 13, 2026 – Apple TV news, YouTube on Vision Pro

  13-02-2026 17:13 via 9to5mac.com
  Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.Sponsored by Stuff: Stuff helps you get everything out of your head and into a simple, elegant system—closing open loops and reducing mental stress. Use code 9TO5 at checkout for 50% off your first year.more…
  
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• iOS 26.3 adds unique new privacy feature, and it’s Apple at its best

  13-02-2026 17:11 via 9to5mac.com
  iOS 26.3 is the latest iPhone software update, and one of its most interesting new features is a privacy setting—‘Limit Precise Location’—that reveals Apple at its best.more…
  
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• Apple says new LLM Siri is still on track to launch in 2026

  13-02-2026 17:01 via macdailynews.com
  Apple’s Siri icon
  On Wednesday, Bloomberg News‘ Mark Gurman reported that the company’s AI update to personal assistant Siri is being delayed. Apple on Thursday told CNBC that Siri is still on track for 2026 release.
  Jennifer Elias at CNBC:‎Apple just wrapped up its worst day on the stock market since April after reports surfaced about delays with Siri and as the company’s news app faced regulatory scrutiny.
  The stock dropped 5% on Thursday, wiping out its gain for th
  
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• Apple TV and Apple Books celebrate season two of ‘The Last Thing He Told Me’

  13-02-2026 16:02 via macdailynews.com
  Jennifer Garner and Reese Witherspoon attend the Apple TV and Apple Books event at The West Hollywood EDITION in celebration of “The Last Thing He Told Me,” based on the bestselling novel “The First Time I Saw Him,” on February 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. Season two of “The Last Thing He Told Me” premieres globally on Friday, February 20, 2026.
  On Thursday, February 12 at The West Hollywood EDITION in Los Angeles, Apple TV and Apple Books celebrated t
  
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• Apple has new ‘iPhone Flip’ model in the works, says leaker

  13-02-2026 15:58 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple’s first foldable iPhone launches this fall, but we’re increasingly hearing that there’s an entirely different folding design in the works too: an ‘iPhone Flip.’more…
  
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• Best Apple Deals of the Week: AirPods and Apple Watch Low Prices Arrive on Amazon

  13-02-2026 15:57 via macrumors.com
  We're recapping this week's best Apple-related deals below, and it includes solid discounts on AirPods 4, AirPods Pro 3, Apple Watch Series 11, and a few sales from Samsung and Satechi.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.AirPodsWhat's the deal? Take $30 off AirPods 4 and $39 off AirPods Pro 3
  Where can I get it? Amazon
  $30 OFFAirPods 4 for $99.00
  $39 OFF
  
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• The iPhone 17e might not be as powerful as we hoped

  13-02-2026 15:47 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  The iPhone 17e, one of Apple’s most highly anticipated products for 2026, could arrive in less than a week. But the announcement is unlikely to hold many surprises, because the leaks are now coming thick and fast.Take the tech specs. We’re reasonably confident that the 17e will feature most or all of the following: an A19 processor, 8GB of RAM, 256GB of starting storage (up from 128GB), a C1X modem, the same single 48MP rear-facing camera as on the 16e (although the selfie c
  
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• macOS 26 bricked my AirPort Time Capsule

  13-02-2026 15:19 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  For the past decade, my Apple Time Capsule has faithfully backed up my Mac. I’ve been through several upgrades over the past decade—my current machine is an M3 Max MacBook Pro—and I’ve never had an issue with my Time Capsule. It’s been one of the most reliable devices I’ve ever owned, and I’ve barely had to even think about it since I bought it in 2016.Until recently, that is. I don’t know the exact date, but I installed macOS Tahoe 26.2 s
  
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