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• Apple to Begin Shipping Some Repaired iPhones in More Eco-Friendly Packaging

  14-06-2022 22:06 via macrumors.com
  
  As of this week, Apple will begin shipping repaired iPhone 12 models in a new brown box that is 100% plastic free and created with bleach-free paper certified by the Forest Stewardship Council, according to a company memo obtained by MacRumors. Until now, all repaired iPhones shipped by Apple were packaged in a white box.In the memo, Apple said it is trialing the new packaging for repaired iPhones as part of the company's commitment to eliminate plastics in all packaging by 2025. In April, Apple
  
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• Beat the recent price hike with $50 off the A16 iPad

  11-08-2026 16:27
  
  Macworld Apple iPad A16View Deal
  If you didn’t get a chance to get an iPad before the price hike a couple of months back, now’s a good time to get one, as the 11-inch tablet with an A16 chip is on sale for $400, down from $449. That’s a $49 discount and the lowest we’ve seen since Apple hike prices, so if you want one you should take grab itYou already know what you’re getting with this iPad. The 11-inch Liquid Retina display makes all of your photos and videos look
  
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• Reports of the 20th anniversary iPhone’s death seems to be greatly exaggerated

  11-08-2026 14:46
  
  Macworld
  In 2027 the iPhone will celebrate its 20th birthday, and this has raised expectations of a momentous launch. In 2017, for comparison, we got the iPhone X, an almost all-screen handset and Apple’s first phone without a Home button. What’s in store next year? That depends on who you ask.For some time pundits have predicted that the 20th-anniversary iPhone will be a major redesign. Rumors have pointed to a very large “quad-curved screen”, with glass making up the ma
  
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• Reports of the 20th anniversary iPhone’s death seem to be greatly exaggerated

  11-08-2026 14:46
  
  Macworld
  In 2027 the iPhone will celebrate its 20th birthday, and this has raised expectations of a momentous launch. In 2017, for comparison, we got the iPhone X, an almost all-screen handset and Apple’s first phone without a Home button. What’s in store next year? That depends on who you ask.For some time pundits have predicted that the 20th-anniversary iPhone will be a major redesign. Rumors have pointed to a very large “quad-curved screen”, with glass making up the ma
  
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• iOS 27 beta confirms Apple’s full iPhone 18 roadmap with 6 new models

  11-08-2026 13:11
  
  Macworld
  On Monday, Apple released iOS 27 beta 5 to developers on Monday after a weeklong delay, bringing another round of changes and refinements ahead of the update’s public release next month. But hidden inside the software are also some interesting clues about what Apple has planned for the iPhone over the coming months.Macworld has found references to six unreleased iPhone models in the latest iOS 27 beta, including the entire iPhone 18 family, iPhone 18e, iPhone Air 2, and iPhone Ult
  
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• iOS 27 may be free, but the AI bill won’t be

  11-08-2026 12:30
  
  Macworld
  One of the first things they teach you in business school is just don’t go into the restaurant business. It’s terrible. Seriously.One of the next things they teach you is how to conduct a cost/benefit analysis. Or maybe that’s in the second semester. The Macalope doesn’t remember; he slept through a lot of business school. But he’s been thinking about cost/benefit analysis a lot lately with regard to AI.For most use cases, AI is really a substitute for sear
  
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• Your future self will thank you for slipping this $23.99 Find My tracker into your wallet

  11-08-2026 10:00
  
  Macworld
  TL;DR: Never lose track of your essentials with the MagTag Ultra Slim Tracker Card. It works with Apple’s Find My app, fits in your wallet like a credit card, and is on sale for just $23.99 (MSRP $59.99).Losing your wallet is one of those experiences that somehow makes five minutes feel like five years. Before you start retracing every step you’ve taken today, there’s an easier backup plan. The MagTag Ultra Slim Tracker Card slips into your wallet, passp
  
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• Apple Pay text scam warns of $8,250 charge – and another one in just 35 minutes

  10-08-2026 23:00 via macdailynews.com
  
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  A Washington, D.C., resident recently received a startling text message that claimed Apple Pay had already charged him $8,250, with a second identical charge set to go through automatically in only 35 minutes, Fox News’ CyberGuy Kurt Knutsson reports. The message, which appeared to come from “Apple Pay Account Services,” instructed him to call a toll-free number immediately, reference a case ID, and “verbally kill” the pending transaction
  
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• iPhone 18 Pro production costs set to jump nearly 40% as memory prices soar, forcing Apple to weigh margin cuts

  10-08-2026 22:00 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple is bracing for a sharp rise in the cost of building its upcoming iPhone 18 Pro models, with bill-of-materials (BOM) expenses for the 256 GB version projected to climb about 38% year-over-year, according to the latest smartphone industry research from TrendForce.
  The primary driver is soaring memory prices due to RAMageddon. Memory’s share of total BOM cost for recent 256 GB iPhone Pro models has already jumped from roughly 10% a year ago to about 34% in the third quarter of 2026 and
  
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• Apple releases rare ‘point’ betas for iOS 26.6 and macOS 26.6

  10-08-2026 21:16
  
  Macworld
  Typically, Apple issues operating system updates to beta testers only for major point releases, such as iOS 26.5 or macOS 26.6. The minor-level point releases with two decimal points (e.g., macOS 26.6.1) generally bring little more than bug fixes and security updates that are pushed to users without any beta testing from developers or the public.It’s unusual, then, that Apple just pushed out iOS and iPadOS 26.6.1 along with macOS 26.6.2 to beta testers. The number discrepancy is b
  
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• iPhone 18 Pro Max said to sport 10%-12% larger battery than predecessor

  10-08-2026 21:00 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple’s upcoming iPhone 18 Pro Max is set to deliver a meaningful jump in battery capacity, according to a new leak reported by MacRumors
  An alleged photo of a battery pack intended for the Chinese model of the iPhone 18 Pro Max lists a capacity of 5,391 mAh. That figure represents a nearly 12% increase over the 4,823 mAh battery found in the equivalent Chinese-market iPhone 17 Pro Max. The image, which shows a unit that includes a SIM card tray, was shared on the Korean platform Naver an
  
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• iOS 27 beta 5 is out now with further refinements and fixes

  10-08-2026 20:58
  
  Macworld
  On the first day of the WWDC developer conference, Apple released the first developer beta of its new operating system. This year, that means that the first release of iOS 27 outside Cupertino came on June 8, 2026.The pattern goes like this: Apple releases developer-only betas for the first month or so, and then starts releasing the same build for both developers and public beta testers. Based on historical precedent, we expect the third or fourth beta to be the first one to go out to p
  
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• Apple quickly pulls support document saying Mac users in China could link to Alibaba’s Qwen AI service

  10-08-2026 20:00 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple has published a (temporary, it turns out) guide showing eligible Mac users in mainland China how to connect Alibaba’s Qwen artificial intelligence service to Siri and the company’s Writing Tools feature.
  The update, detailed in a Chinese-language support document, allows users who opt in to leverage Qwen — Alibaba’s family of generative AI models — for more detailed responses through Siri, including analysis of photos and documents. Writing Tools can also dra
  
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• The 20th anniversary all-glass iPhone might not happen after all

  10-08-2026 19:42
  
  Macworld
  In just a few weeks, Apple will unveil its latest iPhones, including the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, and the iPhone Ultra, its first folding phone. However, reports had claimed for months that Apple is planning something even bigger for next year to mark the iPhone’s 20th anniversary. Now, a new report throws a bucket of cold water on those plans.According to Jefferies analyst Edison Lee, Apple’s has scrapped its plans for the 20th anniversary phone, which has been rumored to
  
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• Apple, MLB announce September ‘Friday Night Baseball’ schedule and first‑ever 3D broadcast in Apple Immersive

  10-08-2026 19:00 via macdailynews.com
  
  Today, Apple and Major League Baseball (MLB) unveiled the September schedule for “Friday Night Baseball,” the weekly doubleheader streaming every Friday on Apple TV throughout the 2026 regular season. Apple TV subscribers across 60 countries and regions can enjoy two marquee matchups each week with enhanced production quality, expert commentary, and no local broadcast restrictions.
  For the first time, baseball fans can take in all the action of “Friday Night Baseball” li
  
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• Apple tests China’s CXMT memory chips for Macs, iPhones, and iPads

  10-08-2026 18:00 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple has been testing memory chips from China’s ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT) for use across product lines that include iPhones and MacBooks, according to a Wall Street Journal report citing people familiar with the matter. The move comes as the company grapples with a severe memory-chip shortage intensified by surging demand from the artificial-intelligence boom.
  The iPhone maker has held early talks with CXMT about potential supply of components, with the aim of incorporating the
  
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• Anker’s foldable 3-in-1 wireless Apple charging station is down to its lowest price ever

  10-08-2026 17:17
  
  MacworldAnker Prime 25W 3-in-1 Foldable Charging StationView Deal
  One way to ensure your nightstand and travel bag are equally organized is to get a portable charging station. Anker’s 3-in-1 model will handle your iPhone, Apple Watch, and your AirPods at the same time, and it will cost you less than $100 to get right now–the best price we’ve seen for this model.The big draw to getting this small station is that it can handle all your Apple gear. Not only will you be able to ret
  
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• Apple explores radical Apple Watch overhaul: Screen-free trackers, round displays, and new tiers on the horizon

  10-08-2026 17:00 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple is considering a sweeping redesign of its Apple Watch lineup to adapt to a wearables market shifting toward screen-free devices and alternative form factors, according to reporting in Bloomberg News’ Mark GurmanBloomberg News’ “Power On” newsletter by Mark Gurman.
  The industrial design team has spent roughly the past year exploring a “broader rethink” of the product, evaluating multiple directions that could transform the smartwatch for a new era &mdash
  
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• iPhone Ultra leak confirms our report of dark blue model

  10-08-2026 16:05
  
  Macworld
  It’s widely expected that Apple will announce its first folding phone at next month’s iPhone event, and the leaks keep coming. The latest comes courtesy of Sonny Dickson on X, who posts two photos that give us a look at the colors Apple has chosen.Dickson shares a pair of photos that reportedly show the iPhone Ultra camera protector. The shape matches the leaks: a horizontal oval-shaped stub with holes for two cameras, a microphone, and the flash. The packaging says the part
  
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• iPhone 18 Pro’s flagship new color detailed by leaker

  10-08-2026 16:04 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Last year iPhone 17 Pro’s Cosmic Orange color proved an instant hit, but rumors indicate it’s being replaced in iPhone 18 Pro by a new burgundy. Here’s what to expect, per a new leak.
  
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• Apple ramps up for September iPhone event as Ternus prepares CEO transition and scrapped upgrade feature surfaces

  10-08-2026 16:00 via macdailynews.com
  
  CAD renders revealed in March show Apple’s rumored foldable iPhone design
  Apple is intensifying preparations for its annual September product launch event while incoming CEO John Ternus assembles his leadership team and new details emerge about a discarded element of the company’s recently launched device-leasing program called “Apple Upgrade.”
  The company is readying for what is described as its biggest event of the year, expected in the first half of September. Retail e
  
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• Apple reveals how Siri AI features work in China – raising privacy questions

  10-08-2026 15:38 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Apple has revealed how the new Siri AI features will work for users in China. The new AI features will be powered by Alibaba’s Qwen models.
  While the iPhone maker is partnering with Google for access to its Gemini models in most countries, the Chinese government requires Apple to instead partner with a local AI company …
  
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• Apple has eight new products to unveil at September event: report

  10-08-2026 15:38 via 9to5mac.com
  
  We’re one month out from Apple’s big September event, and a new Bloomberg report outlines eight new products likely to be announced.
  
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• Feature Request: Do this to end the guessing game with iPhone app settings

  10-08-2026 15:01 via 9to5mac.com
  
  One of the most annoying elements of the iPhone user interface is the guessing game we have to play when changing settings for an app.
  Some of the time we open the app itself and go to its built-in settings menu. Other times we have to exit the app and open the completely separate Apple Settings app, which is a clunky experience to say the least (though a free shortcut helps) …
  
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• Jefferies downgrades Apple after company cancels plans for Twentieth Anniversary all-glass iPhone

  10-08-2026 15:00 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple shares faced fresh pressure on Monday after Jefferies cut its rating on the tech giant to Underperform from Hold, citing worries about the company’s ability to sustain higher average selling prices for iPhones amid production setbacks and rising costs.
  Analyst Edison Lee lowered the firm’s price target to $263.66 from $285.56, implying roughly 16% downside from recent levels. The move adds to a growing list of more cautious views on the world’s most valuable company.
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• A round Apple Watch is possible, but an Apple Ring more likely

  10-08-2026 14:09 via 9to5mac.com
  
  A Bloomberg report yesterday suggested that we could see a pretty dramatic shake-up in a future Apple Watch lineup.
  In particular, it suggested that the company was exploring the possibility of one or more models with a round rather than square form factor …
  
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• The iPhone 18 Pro will cost Apple 38% more in parts – but there’s some good news

  10-08-2026 13:16 via 9to5mac.com
  
  A new TrendForce analysis estimates that Apple will pay 38% more for iPhone 18 Pro components than it did for its predecessor. Unsurprisingly, the biggest hike is in the cost of memory, with Apple said to be paying around three times more this year.
  However, the firm’s analysis supports my own view that this year’s increase in price will not be as high as some have suggested …
  
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• A sweeping Apple Watch ‘rethink’ could bring new designs and ‘premium models’

  10-08-2026 12:45
  
  Macworld
  In just a few weeks, Apple will unveil its latest family of smartwatches, including the Series 12 and Ultra 4. According to the rumors, the new watches will be relatively minor updates with a new faster chip and a few internal upgrades. But once again, the 2026 Apple Watches will largely be the same as the models they replace.But according to Mark Gurman’s latest Power On newsletter, Apple’s design team “has been exploring a broader rethink of its smartwatches over the
  
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• Is Apple’s affordability balancing act about to come crashing down?

  10-08-2026 12:30
  
  Macworld
  Apple, despite its reputation, has never been a luxury company. Macs and iPhones may cost more on average than their competitor’s counterparts, but when you compare apples to Apple’s, a MacBook Pro or iPhone 17 Pro is worth spending a few dollars more than a comparable model from HP or Samsung.Since its very first computer, Apple’s mission has been clear: build the best device in its class at the best possible price. That’s not necessarily the cheapest product (a
  
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• Apple’s affordability balancing act is about to come crashing down

  10-08-2026 12:30
  
  Macworld
  Apple, despite its reputation, has never been a luxury company. Macs and iPhones may cost more on average than their competitor’s counterparts, but when you compare apples to Apple’s, a MacBook Pro or iPhone 17 Pro is worth spending a few dollars more than a comparable model from HP or Samsung.Since its very first computer, Apple’s mission has been clear: build the best device in its class at the best possible price. That’s not necessarily the cheapest product (a
  
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