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• Comcast’s Xfinity Mobile wireless plans arrive nationwide

  17-08-2017 18:13 via feedproxy.google.com
  Following a soft launch in select markets, Comcast’s Xfinity Mobile unlimited wireless plans are now open to all users across the US.more…
  
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• Claude Sonnet 4.6 Brings Improved Coding, Computer Use, and Office Tasks

  18-02-2026 00:44 via macrumors.com
  Anthropic today updated its Sonnet model to version 4.6, and the company says it is the most capable Sonnet model to date with upgrades across coding, computer use, long-context reasoning, agent planning, knowledge work, and design.
  Claude Sonnet 4.6 is the default for users who have Free and Pro plans, and it has an updated 1M token context window.Sonnet 4.6 improves consistency and instruction following for coding, it's better at computer use tasks, and it can complete office tasks that previo
  
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• iOS 26.4 Beta Launches Without Apple Intelligence Siri Features

  17-02-2026 22:19 via macrumors.com
  The first beta of iOS 26.4 is available to developers and public beta testers, and the software includes no new Siri features. There were expectations of at least some new Apple Intelligence ‌Siri‌ capabilities because of how long the delays have been and persistent rumors suggesting Apple was targeting an iOS 26.4 release, but we'll have to wait longer for ‌Siri‌ updates.
  After Apple announced a delay for the ‌Apple Intelligence‌ version of ‌Siri‌ in Marc
  
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• Android-to-iPhone AirDrop Transfers Now Supported on Pixel 9

  17-02-2026 21:44 via macrumors.com
  Google is expanding its cross-platform file sharing feature to additional Android devices, allowing them to transfer files to an iPhone using the AirDrop protocol. AirDrop support for Quick Share is coming to the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold over the next few days.
  Google announced Quick Share compatibility with AirDrop back in November, but the feature was initially limited to the newest Pixel 10 devices.With AirDrop interoperability, Pixel 9 and Pixel 10 devices c
  
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• Toyota Rolling Out Apple Wallet Car Keys on iPhone

  17-02-2026 21:34 via macrumors.com
  In 2020, Apple added a digital car key feature to its Wallet app, allowing users to lock, unlock, and start a compatible vehicle with an iPhone or Apple Watch. The feature is currently offered by select automakers, such as Audi, BMW, Hyundai, Kia, Genesis, Mercedes-Benz, and Volvo, and Toyota is now rolling out support as well.
  According to a Reddit post, select trims of the 2026 Toyota RAV4 support the Apple Wallet car key feature in the United States, at a minimum. We have yet to confirm if th
  
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• Move over Meta: Apple smart glasses are coming

  17-02-2026 20:57 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  In a new report by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple has three wearable devices in the works that could establish Apple as a leader in AI hardware. Apple is “ramping up work” on smart glasses, a pendant, and AirPods with IR cameras. The three devices will not be stand-alone products and will require an iPhone connection.
  Apple smart glassesSmart glasses appear to be the priority for Apple—don’t expect Apple glasses to be an augmented reality version of its Vis
  
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• iOS 26.4 Adds Average Bedtime Metric and Restores Blood Oxygen to Health App Vitals Graph

  17-02-2026 20:45 via macrumors.com
  In iOS 26.4, Apple added an Average Bedtime metric to the Sleep section of the Health app, letting users better monitor how bedtime impacts sleep quality.
  Under a new Sleep Highlight, Apple lists the time that you went to bed and the time that you usually go to bed based on averages over a two-week period.In iOS 26.3, Apple displayed average sleep time over the past seven days. That highlight still exists, but it is now supplemented with the daily bedtime readout.Apple also updated the Vitals re
  
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• Apple Removes iTunes Movies and TV Shows Apps in tvOS 26.4

  17-02-2026 20:01 via macrumors.com
  With tvOS 26.4, Apple has removed the dedicated iTunes Movies and iTunes TV Shows apps that listed content available for purchase. Buying movies and TV shows can be done through the Apple TV app instead.
  Apple started phasing out the iTunes Movies and iTunes TV Shows apps back in 2023, redirecting users to the ‌Apple TV‌ app for purchases. The apps remained available until now to provide customers with instructions on where to find their content, and to provide access to the iTunes Wis
  
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• Amazon's Latest AirPods Deals Include AirPods 4 at $99 and AirPods Max at $449

  17-02-2026 19:41 via macrumors.com
  Amazon this week has a pair of discounts on a few AirPods models, including the AirPods 4 and AirPods Max. You can get the AirPods 4 for $99.00, down from $129.00.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.This is a second-best price on the AirPods 4, which is the base model without Active Noise Cancellation. Amazon provides a February 23 estimated delivery dat
  
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• Apple Working on Three AI Wearables: Smart Glasses, AI Pin, and AirPods With Cameras

  17-02-2026 19:26 via macrumors.com
  Apple is speeding up its work on three AI wearable devices, reports Bloomberg. Apple is developing AI smart glasses, a wearable AI pin or pendant, and AI AirPods, all of which will connect to the iPhone and will interface with the smarter version of Siri that's in the works.
  Cameras will be integrated into all three products to allow the AI to "see" around the wearer and answer questions about the wearer's surroundings.
  Smart Glasses
  Apple's smart glasses will compete with the Meta Ray-Bans, as
  
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• iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 Public Beta Now Available

  17-02-2026 19:19 via macrumors.com
  Apple today provided public beta testers with the first releases of upcoming iOS 26.4, iPadOS 26.4, tvOS 26.4, and watchOS 26.4 updates for testing purposes. The public betas come a day after Apple provided the betas to developers.Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos.
  Anyone can download and install public betas, and all that's required is to sign up on Apple's beta site. Once you've opted in, the software can be downloaded through the Software Update section in the Setting
  
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• Apple Releases First macOS Tahoe 26.4 Public Beta

  17-02-2026 19:19 via macrumors.com
  Apple today provided public beta testers with the first release of an upcoming macOS Tahoe 26.4 update for testing purposes. The public beta comes a day after Apple provided the beta to developers.
  After signing up for beta testing on Apple's beta site, public beta testers can download the updates using the Software Update section in the System Settings app.‌macOS Tahoe‌ 26.4 includes several new features. The Compact tab layout has been reimplemented in Safari for those who missed hav
  
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• How to tell if your Mac has been hacked – Key signs & what to do

  17-02-2026 18:45 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  It’s a long-held belief of Mac users that their computers are immune to the kind of malware and viruses that plague Windows PCs. While there is some credibility in this idea, we shouldn’t get over-confident when it comes to Mac security, as there are exploits that criminals can use to hack your Mac and leave it like a wide-open door through which they can steal your data or worse.
  In this article, we take a look at whether Macs can be hacked, how to tell if your Mac has been
  
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• Apple Intelligence Rollout Nears Completion With Upcoming iPad 12

  17-02-2026 18:06 via macrumors.com
  Apple's next entry-level iPad is expected to gain the A18 chip, a change that appears modest on paper but would enable Apple Intelligence on the company's most affordable tablet for the first time.
  Apple last refreshed the entry-level ‌iPad‌ in March 2025, adding the A16 chip. ‌Apple Intelligence‌ is supported by devices with the A17 Pro or newer, or Apple's M-series chips, due to the processing, memory bandwidth, and neural engine performance required to run on-device and hy
  
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• Finally! Apple adds MacBook battery charge limit to macOS 26.4

  17-02-2026 17:51 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Apple released the macOS 26.4 beta to developers on Monday, and those who have installed it have found a new feature that’s been a long time a-comin’. Apple is adding the ability to set a charge limit for the battery in a MacBook. With the new slider, you can set the limit to 80 percent, to 100 percent, or to an increment (in fives) in between.
  OH MY GAWD ! ! ! ! ! !😳🤯Charge limit option added in Tahoe 26.4 Beta!!!!! pic.twitter.com/SxNgMV3YsP— Mr. Maci
  
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• Apple Event on March 4: Here's What to Expect

  17-02-2026 17:08 via macrumors.com
  Apple on Monday invited selected journalists and content creators to a "special Apple Experience" on Wednesday, March 4 in New York, London, and Shanghai.
  At an Apple Experience, attendees are typically given the opportunity to try out Apple's latest hardware or software. Following the launch of Apple Creator Studio last month, for example, some content creators attended an Apple Experience in Los Angeles to go hands on with the new subscription-based bundle of apps and features.The upcoming App
  
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• UK Case Claiming Qualcomm Inflated iPhone Prices to Be Withdrawn

  17-02-2026 16:56 via macrumors.com
  A major UK consumer lawsuit alleging that Qualcomm inflated iPhone prices through its patent licensing practices will be withdrawn with no payment (via Reuters).
  The lawsuit raised on behalf of 29 million UK smartphone buyers will be withdrawn following an agreement with the British consumer association Which?, which had filed the case seeking £480 million in compensation for consumers who purchased Apple or Samsung devices since 2015.Which? alleged that Qualcomm abused a dominant market p
  
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• Get this super-fast Apple Thunderbolt 4 cable for nearly half off

  17-02-2026 16:52 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  We all have USB-C cables, but if you want to know what true speed is and get the most out of the ports on your MacBook, then you need a Thunderbolt 4 cable. Usually available for $69, you can get an Apple Thunderbolt 4 Pro cable for $37 at Woot, a fantastic discount.This Apple cable supports data transfer speeds of up to 40Gb/s, allowing you to move massive files in a blink and connect high-resolution monitors. The cable is also capable of 100W power delivery, so your gadgets will all f
  
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• Nomad Takes Up to 49% Off iPhone 17 Cases, MagSafe Stands, and More

  17-02-2026 16:01 via macrumors.com
  Nomad this week has an overstock sale going on with major discounts across a few different product categories. This includes iPhone 17 cases, MagSafe-compatible charging stations, iPad folios, and much more.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Nomad. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.All discounts in this sale have been automatically applied and do not require any coupon codes, and Nomad offers free shipping on
  
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• Danaher to acquire pulse oximeter maker Masimo in $9.9 billion deal; could help Apple in ongoing patent battles

  17-02-2026 14:58 via macdailynews.com
  In a blockbuster deal announced on February 17, 2026, industrial conglomerate Danaher Corp has agreed to acquire medical technology firm Masimo Corp for $9.9 billion, including debt. The transaction, which values Masimo at $180 per share — a hefty 38.3% premium over its recent closing price — could have far-reaching implications beyond the diagnostics sector, particularly for Apple, which has been locked in a protracted legal feud with Masimo over pulse oximetry patents.
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• The iPhone 17e still won’t be good enough to lure Android users

  17-02-2026 13:15 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Apple and Google are preparing the latest versions of their entry-level smartphones. On February 18, the Pixel 10a will debut with a reworked Tensor G4 processor and support for a full year of OS updates. At around the same time, Apple is expected to launch the iPhone 17e, featuring MagSafe compatibility and upgraded chips.On the surface, both refreshes appear to be incremental. But a closer look at the rumored specifications suggests the Pixel 10a will still offer the stronger overall
  
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• A colorful MacBook is coming to chase away the Siri doom

  17-02-2026 12:30 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  It is mid-February 2026, and the Macalope is still writing “Where does the time go? All things fade. Soon we die.” on all his checks.It’s a little game he likes to play with the Department of Licensing and Registration. The Macalope likes to imagine they love it.Anyway, it’s high time we take a look at what’s coming up this year because before you know it, it’ll be over. Apple got the ball rolling yesterday when it announced an event for March 4th.Wai
  
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• OLED iPad Mini: Release Date, Pricing, and What to Expect

  17-02-2026 11:45 via macrumors.com
  Rumors are stoking excitement for the next-generation iPad mini that Apple is reportedly close to launching. So what should we expect from the successor to the iPad mini 7 that Apple released over a year ago? Read on to find out.
  Processor and Performance
  Apple is working on a next-generation version of the iPad mini (codename J510/J511) that features the A19 Pro chip, according to information found in code that Apple mistakenly shared in August.
  Apple's A19 Pro chip since debuted in the iPhone
  
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• iOS 26.4 Highlights Your Personal Hotspot Data Usage More Prominently

  17-02-2026 11:30 via macrumors.com
  iOS 26.4 moves the feature to show how much mobile data connected devices have used via Personal Hotspot to a more prominent and easily accessible location.
  Now available in Personal Hotspot settings below the "Maximize Compatibility" toggle, the functionality breaks down data usage by device, with non-Apple devices simply showing up as a group of "Other Devices." Total Personal Hotspot Data usage is also displayed.Previously, the feature was buried in cellular settings. It may be particularly h
  
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• iOS 26.4 beta suggests Apple hasn’t given up on its AI health coach

  17-02-2026 11:30 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Apple had long been rumored to be introducing a new service known as “Apple Health+,” but a recent report by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman suggested the company may have scrapped the idea. But it turns out that iOS 26.4 suggests that the story isn’t over yet.The first developer beta of iOS 26.4, released this week, includes references in the code to “Health Coaching” and “Health Plans.” While there’s no user-facing feature yet, the termino
  
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• These stackable Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Codes just got cheaper

  17-02-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  TL;DR: Get a stackable Xbox Game Pass Ultimate 3-month code on sale for $79.99.Games are expensive, and there’s no guarantee you’ll love what you buy. If you want a way to play a ton of different games without burning through your whole paycheck,Xbox Game Pass Ultimate now has a 3-month subscription that’s available for $79.99 (down from $89.99).These codes are stackable, so if you’re planning on using Game Pass Ultimate for a while, this is a
  
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• iOS 26.4 Lays Groundwork for CarPlay Video, Including Apple TV

  17-02-2026 04:52 via macrumors.com
  Back at WWDC 2025, Apple revealed that it was planning to allow CarPlay users to watch video via AirPlay in their vehicles while they are not driving, and the first beta of iOS 26.4 suggests the feature may be nearing availability.
  The original mention of the feature appeared on Apple's CarPlay page for developers within a section specific to automakers, indicating that CarPlay with AirPlay video is something automakers will need to implement with on their end. Presumably, this is because there
  
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• Everything New in iOS 26.4 Beta 1

  16-02-2026 22:40 via macrumors.com
  Apple today provided developers with the first beta of an upcoming iOS 26.4 update, which adds quite a few new features to the iPhone. There's a video podcasts feature, updates to Stolen Device Protection, end-to-end encryption for RCS messages, an Apple Music tool for generating playlists, and much more.Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos.
  We've rounded up everything we've found that's new in the first beta of iOS 26.4. The beta is limited to developers right now, but App
  
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• Apple Brings iPhone-Style Battery Charge Limits to the Mac in macOS Tahoe 26.4

  16-02-2026 22:38 via macrumors.com
  The macOS Tahoe 26.4 beta that Apple released today includes a Charge Limit feature for the Mac. There is a new slider bar that lets Mac users select a charge level from 80 percent to 100 percent.
  The Charge Limit is a setting that's available in addition to Optimized Battery Charging, and it can prevent a Mac from ever charging to 100 percent.Apple's existing Optimized Battery Charging feature keeps a Mac from charging to 100 percent until it's needed for use, with the option using your daily c
  
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• iOS 26.4 beta introduces ‘AI playlists’ for Apple Music

  16-02-2026 21:19 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  On Monday, Apple released the first beta of iOS 26.4 for developers. Unfortunately, today’s beta still doesn’t include the long-awaited new Siri powered by Gemini, but it does come with another interesting AI-related new feature, especially if you’re an Apple Music subscriber.The iOS 26.4 update not only brings a new interface for albums and playlists, but it also hints at a new AI playlist feature, which should become available soon. Read on as we detail what’s
  
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