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• HomeKit Secure Video hits 24-hour outage as downtime continues

  18-03-2026 23:30 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple’s platform for recording and managing security camera footage has been experiencing performance issues for over 24 hours. Here are the details.more…
  
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• Liquid Glass and long-standing bugs push Apple’s grades down in visual accessibility report card

  18-03-2026 22:37 via 9to5mac.com
  
  AppleVis has released its 2025 edition of the Apple Vision Accessibility Report Card, which focuses on the needs of people who are blind, DeafBlind, or who have low vision. Here are the highlights.more…
  
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• Overcast is gaining transcripts, and it will have an edge over Apple Podcasts

  18-03-2026 22:05 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Overcast, the third-party podcast player for iOS, will soon include transcripts for podcast episodes. When the feature arrives, it will have an edge over the version in Apple’s Podcasts app.more…
  
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• Apple iPhone dominates North America, Europe, China, and Asia-Pacific

  18-03-2026 22:05 via macdailynews.com
  Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro
  Apple dominated the list of highest-shipping models globally in 2025, according to Counterpoint Research’s “Market Monitor Monthly Shipment Tracker, 2025.” Apple’s iPhone lead strongly in North America (NAM), Europe, and Asia-Pacific (APAC), while Samsung entry- to mid-tier models led in Latin America (LATAM) and the Middle East and Africa (MEA).In NAM, Apple captured four out of five positions with the iPhone 16 5G leading the market. Samsung&
  
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• ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ alum Jesse Williams joins season 5 of Apple TV’s ‘The Morning Show’

  18-03-2026 21:01 via macdailynews.com
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  The fifth season of Apple TV+’s acclaimed, multi-award-winning series “The Morning Show” has added Jesse Williams to its cast. He will portray Vernon, UBN’s newest Head of News, a brash, provocative figure renowned for his skill in captivating and retaining viewers.
  Williams joins the returning ensemble, which includes Jennifer Aniston, Reese Witherspoon, two-time Emmy winner Billy Crudup, Mark Duplass, Nestor Carbonell, Karen Pittman, Nicole Beharie, and E
  
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• watchOS 26.4 fixes a major Apple Watch Workout app complaint

  18-03-2026 21:00 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple redesigned the Workout app in watchOS 26, but not everyone has loved the new Apple Watch exercise tracking experience. It turns out Apple has been listening, because watchOS 26.4 addresses a major complaint about the new design.more…
  
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• iOS 26.4 to finally let Family Sharing members use their own payment methods

  18-03-2026 20:48 via 9to5mac.com
  
  With the iOS 26.4 RC released earlier today, Apple solved one of the longest-standing limitations of Family Sharing. Here’s what’s new.more…
  
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• Apple named in AI lawsuit over data set it says doesn’t power Apple Intelligence

  18-03-2026 20:48 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple is named in a new AI lawsuit by publisher Chicken Soup for the Soul, reports Reuters. However, the lawsuit points to a data set that Apple has already said doesn’t power Apple Intelligence.more…
  
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• macOS 26.4 release notes: Apple details six new features for Mac

  18-03-2026 20:23 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Alongside the iOS 26.4 RC, Apple released the macOS 26.4 RC to developers and public beta testers today. The update comes with six changes for Mac users, all of which Apple confirmed in its release notes for the first time today.
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• Book publisher Chicken Soup for the Soul sues Apple, other tech companies over AI training

  18-03-2026 20:02 via macdailynews.com
  Book publisher Chicken Soup for the Soul sued several Big Tech companies in California federal court late Tuesday for allegedly misusing its content to train their artificial intelligence systems.
  The publisher said that Apple, Google, Nvidia, Meta Platforms, OpenAI, Anthropic, Perplexity AI, and Elon Musk’s xAI used pirated copies of its books to teach their chatbots to respond to human prompts.
  Reuters:‎The publisher’s complaint is unique in targeting several tech juggernauts
  
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• iOS 26.4 release date: Here’s when new iPhone features are coming

  18-03-2026 19:45 via 9to5mac.com
  
  iOS 26.4 is a big update with lots of new features across Apple Music, Podcasts, CarPlay, and more. Here’s when to expect its public launch.more…
  
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• iOS 26.4 fixes iPhone keyboard accuracy, here’s how

  18-03-2026 19:25 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple released the iOS 26.4 RC to developers and public beta testers today, setting the stage for an official release as soon as later this month.Apple has also shared its official release notes for iOS 26.4, confirming that the update improves keyboard accuracy when typing quickly on your iPhone.more…
  
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• Researchers uncover iPhone spyware capable of penetrating millions of devices

  18-03-2026 19:02 via macdailynews.com
  Apple’s iPhone 17
  Researchers from iVerify, Lookout, and Google revealed on Wednesday that a sophisticated spyware exploit known as Darksword was embedded on dozens of Ukrainian websites in recent weeks.
  This powerful tool can silently penetrate and extract sensitive information from potentially hundreds of millions of iPhone models running vulnerable versions of iOS (specifically iOS 18.4 through 18.6.2, released between March and August 2025). Infection occurs simply by visiting one of t
  
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• Best MacBook for 2026: Air vs Pro vs Neo compared

  18-03-2026 18:58 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Apple sells several MacBook models across different sizes and performance tiers, so choosing the right one comes down to how much you want to spend, what kind of work you do, and how much power you actually need.In this in-depth guide to buying a MacBook, we explain which MacBook is best for different users, compare the latest models, advise on how much RAM you need, how much storage is enough, and help you decide whether a MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, or a MacBook Neo makes the most sense
  
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• iOS 26.4 upgrades one of my most-used Control Center features in a big way

  18-03-2026 18:53 via 9to5mac.com
  
  iOS 26.4 is launching soon, headlined by many new features in Apple Music. There’s also a music-related improvement to Control Center in iOS 26.4: Shazam song recognition will now work even when you’re offline.more…
  
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• iOS 26.4 release candidate is out now with AI playlists, new emojis, and more

  18-03-2026 18:47 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  After Apple released iOS 26.3 last week, we were anticipating the first beta release of iOS 26.4 with bated breath. That’s because rumors for the better part of a year have pointed to this update as the one to bring the revamped Siri that has been expected since 2024. It turns out there’s no new Siri at all in the 26.4 updates, and now we question if the features that were “pushed back” to 26.5 are even going to come then. We may get no new Siri at all until the
  
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• Apple highlights 13 enhancements coming to iPhone with iOS 26.4

  18-03-2026 18:27 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple has released the first iOS 26.4 RC build, highlighting 13 enhancements coming to your iPhone, and that means three things.more…
  
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• Apple debuts RC for tvOS 26.4, watchOS 26.4, and more

  18-03-2026 18:18 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Beta testers, the RC (Release Candidate) versions of tvOS 26.4, watchOS 26.4, and more are now available. Here’s what to expect.more…
  
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• PSA: Spotify investigating outage that’s kicking users off their plans [Update: Fixed]

  18-03-2026 18:16 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Update 1:30 p.m. ET: Spotify says the issues have been resolved. Original story below.
  If you’re having trouble accessing Spotify this afternoon, you’re not alone. The streaming music service has confirmed an ongoing issue causing some listeners to be kicked off their subscription.
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• macOS 26.4 RC now available for developers

  18-03-2026 18:14 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Following last week’s rollout of beta 4, Apple is now rolling out the macOS 26.4 Release Candidate. Here’s what to expect.more…
  
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• Apple releases iOS 26.4 RC for iPhone with upcoming features

  18-03-2026 18:11 via 9to5mac.com
  
  The first iOS 26.4 release candidate is now available. iOS 26.4 includes a number of exciting new features and changes, including new emoji and AI-powered Apple Music updates.more…
  
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• iPadOS 26.4 RC available now, and public launch soon

  18-03-2026 18:10 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple just shipped the RC (Release Candidate) version of iPadOS 26.4 for testing, which means the public launch is coming very soon. Here are the details.more…
  
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• iPhone 18 Pro models expected to get exclusive camera upgrade

  18-03-2026 18:09 via macdailynews.com
  The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are now just six months from launch, and fresh rumors point to at least one significant camera upgrade reserved exclusively for the Pro models.
  Key highlights from the latest reports include a variable aperture feature for the main (wide) rear camera on the iPhone 18 Pro lineup. This would mark a first for iPhones, allowing dynamic adjustment of light intake to the sensor—improving exposure control (especially in video), reducing overexposure in bri
  
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• This clever 4-port Twelve South charger that never gets lost is $50 off today

  18-03-2026 17:59 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldTwelve South PlugBug, 120WView DealThere are plenty of chargers out there, but this is the only one that checks off all of these boxes: Four USB-C ports, downward-facing ports for neat cable management, 120W of power, and FindMy support. Now available for $70 you can save $50 on its usual $120 MSRP.As we mentioned, this charger comes with four USB-C ports that should be more than enough to charge all your gadgets at once, including your iPhone, iPad, and MacBook. You’ll also get dy
  
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• iPhone 18 rumors say Pro models will get exclusive camera upgrade

  18-03-2026 17:45 via 9to5mac.com
  
  iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are just six months away, and rumors indicate they’ll get at least one camera upgrade that’s exclusive to the Pro line.more…
  
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• Perplexity AI ‘Comet’ browser for iPhone now available

  18-03-2026 17:39 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Last summer, Perplexity launched one of the first AI-focused web browsers with Comet on the Mac. Now, the long promised iOS counterpart to Comet is available.more…
  
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• Your iPhone and Mac might have updated overnight. Here’s why

  18-03-2026 17:31 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Apple has released an update to iOS 26.3.1, iPadOS 26.3.1, macOS 26.3.1, and macOS 26.3.2 (currently a MacBook Neo-only version). The update is part of Apple’s Background Security Improvements feature in its newest operating systems, which used to be called Rapid Security Responses. The update doesn’t appear in Software Update.According to an Apple support document, the update contains a single fix for a WebKit vulnerability (WebKit is the engine used by Safari and other sof
  
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• AirPods Max 3 rumored for 2027 with lighter-weight design

  18-03-2026 17:06 via macdailynews.com
  AirPods Max 2 bring even better ANC, elevated sound quality, and intelligent features to the iconic over-ear design.
  This week, Apple finally unveiled the proper successor to its original over-ear headphones: AirPods Max 2. Powered by the H2 chip, the new model brings significantly improved active noise cancellation (up to 1.5x more effective), enhanced sound quality, and intelligent features like Adaptive Audio, Conversation Awareness, Voice Isolation, and Live Translation—features that w
  
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• Siri and Apple Home can now control Matic Robots vacuum/mop, here’s how it works

  18-03-2026 16:33 via 9to5mac.com
  
  I’ve been testing a robot vacuum and mop from Matic Robots for several months now. It’s a solid product built on privacy and intelligence. I’ll share more about my overall experience with Matic in the future. For now, I want to quickly highlight an exciting update that rolled out overnight: Apple Home integration.more…
  
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• Deals: AirPods Pro 3 $50 off, M4 MacBook Air $300 off, MacBook Neo + $50 credit, M3 iPad Air $200 off, more

  18-03-2026 16:33 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by one of the best prices to date now live on AirPods Pro 3 down at $200 alongside the return of Apple’s 24GB M4 MacBook Air models at $300 off. We also spotted Best Buy doubling down with FREE $50 credits on new MacBook Neo purchases for members, alongside Apple’s most affordable current-gen iPad at $299 and M3 iPad Air models at $200 off the original list prices. Head below for a closer look.
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• AirPods Max 2 are here, but rumors say a bigger overhaul might be coming

  18-03-2026 16:05 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple unveiled AirPods Max 2 earlier this week, with lots of new features to entice upgrades from prior AirPods Max models. If you’re on the fence about AirPods Max 2, you should know that another new model might be coming next year.more…
  
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• Judge rules Apple can remove apps from App Store ‘with or without cause,’ dismissing Musi lawsuit

  18-03-2026 16:02 via macdailynews.com
  A federal judge has ruled in Apple’s favor in a lawsuit brought by the developers of Musi, a popular free music streaming app that pulled songs from YouTube. The decision upholds Apple’s removal of the app from the App Store in 2024 and affirms the company’s broad authority under its Developer Program License Agreement.
  Jon Brodkin for Ars Technica:‎Musi built a streaming service without striking its own deals with copyright holders. It did so by playing music from YouTube
  
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• Apple One is better than ever, here are my favorite recent additions

  18-03-2026 15:15 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple One bundles together popular Apple services at a discount, and it continues becoming a better value all the time thanks to new improvements for each service. Here are some of my favorite recent Apple One additions.more…
  
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• Apple CEO Cook heads to China amid growing pressure on App Store policies

  18-03-2026 15:00 via macdailynews.com
  Apple CEO Tim Cook
  Apple CEO Tim Cook appeared at a company event in China on Wednesday, following the recent reduction in App Store fees for developers in the country earlier this month.
  He attended a celebration at an Apple Store in Chengdu, the southwestern Chinese city, to mark the company’s 50th anniversary, according to a post from the municipal government on WeChat.
  Bloomberg News:‎The US company said last week that its typical commission on purchases will drop to 25% from 30% f
  
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• Apple pushing back on ‘vibe coding’ iPhone apps, developers say [U]

  18-03-2026 14:47 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Updated with Apple’s statement to 9to5Mac after the story.AI is making app development easier than ever. However, a new report claims Apple’s App Store isn’t fully embracing these new tools. Companies behind two “vibe coding” apps that let you create tools by entering text prompts into an AI system say Apple is pushing back on the category.more…
  
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• Download these super-cute Little Finder Guy 5K wallpapers

  18-03-2026 14:10 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple created an adorable Little Finder Guy to promote the MacBook Neo on TikTok, and PCalc developer James Thompson turned them into some equally delightful 5K wallpapers.Three of them are in the classic blue and white color scheme, while two others are rather more colorful …more…
  
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• Key Apple Home hardware exec defects to rival Oura in blow to oft-delayed HomeKit push

  18-03-2026 13:25 via macdailynews.com
  Apple CEO Tim Cook
  Brian Lynch, who has led Apple’s home devices hardware engineering efforts since 2022, is leaving the company to join Finnish health technology company Oura Health Oy as senior vice president of hardware engineering, according to a report by Mark Gurman of Bloomberg News.
  Lynch’s departure represents a notable setback for Apple’s home devices division, which has been grappling with product delays in its smart home ambitions, including advancements tied to Hom
  
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• MacBook Neo is just fine with 4K video editing and 59 Chrome tabs

  18-03-2026 13:16 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Sam Henri Gold last week wrote a rather sweet blog post about the difference between advice from tech reviewers and real-world usage of our devices.He rejected arguments by reviewers saying that the MacBook Neo is not the right machine for those wanting to do things like video editing, and a new test backs his view …
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• Apple’s 50th anniversary celebrations in China marred by government pressure

  18-03-2026 12:40 via 9to5mac.com
  
  We noted yesterday that Apple’s 50th anniversary celebrations, which began in New York, were moving on to China. CEO Tim Cook was spotted at a celebratory event in Chengdu.Unfortunately for the company, the party atmosphere has been rather dampened by a dispute with the Chinese government …
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• Ikea smart home failings point to a major problem with Matter

  18-03-2026 12:13 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Ikea smart home products have long been the preferred choice of those who want to begin or expand a smart home at an affordable price. The company’s use of physical remotes also simplified the process for those new to the technology.But when the company expanded its lineup with some budget Matter-over-Thread devices, things rather quickly headed south – with Apple Home users among those affected …more…
  
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• M5 Pro/Max MacBooks finally break Apple’s multi-monitor shackles

  18-03-2026 12:00 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Apple still doesn’t support Multi-Stream Transport (MST) on macOS, but with the new M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, that limitation matters far less. For the first time, high-end MacBooks can drive three or even four external displays from a single Thunderbolt connection, up from a long-standing limit of two, bringing them closer to the multi-monitor setups long associated with Windows machines.This matters most for power users who rely on multiple screens, such as developers and creativ
  
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• My MacBook Neo handled a week of stress better than I did

  18-03-2026 11:30 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  I noted in my MacBook Neo review that benchmarking the Neo as well as using it as a daily computer resulted in an experience that was quite satisfying. But that was only for a few days of very specific testing, and the Neo’s A18 Pro processor and 8GB of RAM, which can’t be upgraded at all, is certainly underpowered compared to the other M5 models.
  The chip and 8GB of RAM had not been a problem during my evaluation period. You can obviously see the difference in benchmarks, w
  
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• The LiberNovo Omni creates a smarter workspace for Mac users, creators and designers

  18-03-2026 10:41 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldSppring Refresh SaleGet up to 30% off LiberNovo Omni ergonomic chairBuilding healthier, more human-centered workspacesView DealFor designers and Mac users, the workspace is more than a desk—it’s a creative environment. The balance between aesthetics, comfort, and performance directly affects how ideas take shape. As remote work and digital creation continue to dominate modern workflows, many designers are rethinking not just their tools, but how their bodies interact with tho
  
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• Best iPhone Battery Cases 2026: Mophie vs Newdery Compared (Slim vs High Capacity)

  18-03-2026 09:25 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  A battery case is a protective phone case with a built-in power pack, letting you recharge your device without carrying a separate charger.Once popular, battery cases are now less common due to the rise of MagSafe and wireless power banks (see: Best magnetic power banks and MagSafe portable battery packs for iPhone). The choice between the two comes down to convenience versus capacity: battery cases offer an all-in-one solution, while magnetic power banks provide more flexibility and hi
  
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• Organize, clean, and supercharge your Mac with Dr.Buho utilities for $30

  18-03-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  TL;DR: The Dr.Buho Mac Utility lifetime bundle gives you four tools to declutter, organize, and optimize your Mac, with lifetime access for up to three Macs for $30.If your Mac feels messy, slow, or hard to manage, the Dr.Buho Mac Utility lifetime bundle is here to save your digital life. Right now, you can get lifetime access to all four tools — BuhoBarX, BuhoLaunchpad, BuhoCleaner, and BuhoNTFS — for just $30. Each app works on up to three Macs and give
  
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• Imperfect Women’s first two episodes are now available on Apple TV

  18-03-2026 02:54 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple just released the first two episodes of its new psychological thriller starring Kerry Washington (Ray), Elisabeth Moss (The Invisible Man), and Kate Mara (The Astronaut). Here’s what to expect from the limited series.more…
  
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• Benchmarks show MacBook Neo rivaling more powerful cloud servers in database workloads

  18-03-2026 02:29 via 9to5mac.com
  
  In an interesting test, DuckDB’s Gábor Szárnyas compared the 512GB MacBook Neo with a range of cloud servers to see how Apple’s new entry-level laptop performs on heavy database workloads. Here’s how it did.more…
  
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• Streaming app Musi loses App Store case as judge rules Apple can delist apps at any time

  18-03-2026 00:46 via 9to5mac.com
  
  When Apple removed the free music streaming app Musi from the App Store in 2024, the developers sued. This week, a federal judge dismissed the lawsuit with prejudice in what might become a landmark case related to App Store delistings. Here are the details.more…
  
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