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• More All-Black Vision Pro Prototype Parts Surface Online

  07-12-2025 20:50 via macrumors.com
  A new image shared by prototype collector and leaker Kosutami appears to show parts designed for an unreleased all-black Apple Vision headset.
  The image shows what seems to be a Vision Pro's left power strap and audio pod with the attached power cable. It seems to be identical to Apple's existing hardware, but uses a dark finish not seen on any production Vision Pro hardware.
  Kosutami previously claimed that Apple has been testing a thinner and lighter mixed-reality headset referred to internall
  
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• iOS 26.2 Features: Everything New in iOS 26.2

  13-12-2025 01:09 via macrumors.com
  Apple released iOS 26.2 on December 12, introducing the latest version of iOS 26. iOS 26.2 isn't the biggest update, but it brings quite a few helpful new features to your iPhone.
  We've rounded up all of the new features your ‌iPhone‌ is getting in iOS 26.2.Alarms for Reminders
  The Reminders app has a new option to have an alarm go off when a reminder is due. Setting up an alarm can be done by toggling on the "Urgent" option when creating a reminder.When a Reminder alarm activates, it
  
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• PSA: iOS 26.2 Turns on Automatic Software Updates for Some Users

  12-12-2025 23:22 via macrumors.com
  After installing iOS 26.2, if you're just tapping through screens, you could miss the update turning on automatic software updates.
  At the "Software Update Complete" stage where you normally tap on continue to get to the Home Screen, there might be an extra little bit of information. Some users are seeing a warning that future updates will be automatically downloaded and installed, with the option toggled on automatically if the Continue button is tapped. There's a subtle "Only Download Automati
  
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• Govee Star Projector Review: HomeKit-Connected Night Lights With Matter Support

  12-12-2025 23:12 via macrumors.com
  Govee makes just about every kind of light you can think of, and many of those are Matter-capable and able to connect to HomeKit. Earlier this year, Govee came out with a series of Matter star projectors, which you can hook up to your Apple Home setup.
  There are three new projectors, including the Star Light Projector Nebula, the Star Light Projector Ocean Wave, and the higher-end Galaxy Light Projector 2 Pro. I was intrigued by the idea of HomeKit-connected light projectors, so I tested two of
  
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• Apple CEO Tim Cook takes 7 hours to out-earn the average American’s salary

  12-12-2025 22:19 via macdailynews.com
  Apple CEO Tim Cook
  Some of America’s highest-paid CEOs earn more in a few hours than the typical U.S. worker makes in an entire year. For example, Apple CEO Tim Cook surpasses the annual salary of an average American worker in roughly seven hours.
  Emma Burleigh for Fortune:‎And even though he’s one of the highest-paid chief executives in the world today, his current paycheck is a far cry from what he once earned. In 2022, Cook received nearly $100 million, largely due to stock aw
  
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• Beats Teams Up With Streamer IShowSpeed in Kung Fu-Themed Campaign for Powerbeats Pro 2

  12-12-2025 21:01 via macrumors.com
  Apple's Beats brand is teaming up with YouTuber and streamer IShowSpeed on a new Kung Fu-themed short film showcasing Powerbeats Pro 2 as "the most stable earbuds on earth."
  Thanks to their flexible ear hooks, ‌Powerbeats Pro‌ 2 are popular with athletes and other active users who need the extra stability to ensure the earbuds stay in their ears.The nearly five-minute short film features IShowSpeed traveling halfway around the world to train with a kung fu master, played by a longtime
  
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• Apple releases visionOS 26.2

  12-12-2025 20:20 via macdailynews.com
  visionOS 26.2
  Apple has released visionOS 26.2, the second major update to the visionOS 26 operating system that launched in September. This update arrives about a month after the rollout of visionOS 26.1.
  Compatible Apple Vision Pro headsets can install visionOS 26.2 via the Software Update option in the General section of the Settings app. Note that the headset must be removed during installation, with progress visible on the front EyeSight display.
  The update expands Travel Mode to include ca
  
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• Apple releases watchOS 26.2

  12-12-2025 20:17 via macdailynews.com
  watchOS 26.2
  Apple has released watchOS 26.2, the second major update to the watchOS 26 operating system that launched in September. This update arrives roughly five weeks after the release of watchOS 26.1.
  Compatible Apple Watch models paired with an iPhone can install watchOS 26.2 through the Software Update section in the Watch app on iOS.
  The update introduces new workout metrics for enhanced tracking, improved Smart Stack widget personalization, advanced sleep stage insights, and refined co
  
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• Apple releases tvOS 26.2

  12-12-2025 20:14 via macdailynews.com
  tvOS 26.2
  Apple has released tvOS 26.2, the second major update to the tvOS 26 operating system that debuted in September. This release comes about five weeks after the launch of tvOS 26.1.
  Compatible Apple TV models can download tvOS 26.2 via the Software Updates section in Settings.
  The update brings enhancements to the Photos app, including new screensavers featuring beautiful imagery of global locations and improved Family Sharing options for easier management of shared purchases and subscri
  
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• Update Now: iOS 26.2 Fixes 20+ Security Vulnerabilities

  12-12-2025 20:11 via macrumors.com
  Apple today released iOS 26.2, iPadOS 26.2, and macOS 26.2, all of which introduce new features, bug fixes, and security improvements. Apple says that the updates address over 20 vulnerabilities, including two bugs that are known to have been actively exploited.
  There are a pair of WebKit vulnerabilities that could allow maliciously crafted web content to execute code or cause memory corruption. Apple says that the bugs might have been exploited in an attack against targeted individuals on versi
  
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• Apple releases macOS Tahoe 26.2

  12-12-2025 20:11 via macdailynews.com
  macOS Tahoe 26.2
  Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.2, marking the second significant update to the macOS Tahoe operating system, which originally launched in September. This update arrives approximately five weeks following the rollout of macOS Tahoe 26.1.
  Users running macOS on compatible Macs can install the macOS Tahoe 26.2 update directly through the Software Update option found in System Settings.
  Among its key additions, macOS Tahoe 26.2 introduces Edge Light, an innovative tool designed t
  
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• Apple releases iPadOS 26.2

  12-12-2025 20:08 via macdailynews.com
  iPadOS 26.2
  Apple has today unveiled iPadOS 26.2, marking the second significant update to the iPadOS 26 platform that debuted in September. This release arrives approximately one month following the rollout of iPadOS 26.1.
  Users with compatible iPad models can install the update wirelessly by navigating to Settings > General > Software Update.Building on the multitasking enhancements introduced in iPadOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.2 offers refined controls for managing apps. It’s now possible
  
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• Apple releases iOS 26.2

  12-12-2025 20:04 via macdailynews.com
  iOS 26.2
  Apple has rolled out iOS 26.2, the second major refresh to its iOS 26 platform since its September debut, arriving just over a month after iOS 26.1. This update introduces thoughtful tweaks across apps like Apple Music, Podcasts, and Games, alongside practical enhancements for safety, customization, and productivity. It’s available over-the-air on compatible devices—iPhone 11 and later, plus second-gen iPhone SE—via Settings > General > Software Update, bringing
  
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• iOS 26.4 and iOS 27 Features Revealed in New Leak

  12-12-2025 19:56 via macrumors.com
  Macworld's Filipe Espósito today revealed a handful of features that Apple is allegedly planning for iOS 26.4, iOS 27, and even iOS 28.
  The report said the features are referenced within the code for a leaked internal build of iOS 26 that is not meant to be seen by the public. However, it appears that Espósito and/or his sources managed to gain access to it, providing us with a sneak peek at some of the things that Apple's software engineers are working on.As always, Apple's plans
  
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• iOS 26.2 is available now with tweaks to Apple Music, Podcasts, Games, and more

  12-12-2025 19:53 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  A day after the wide release of iOS 26.1, Apple released the first beta of iOS 26.2. This release is again expected to focus primarily on polish, tweaking, while adding quality-of-life enhancements rather than any big new features.Update December 12, 2025: Apple has released iOS 26.2 for everyone.iOS 26.2 release notesHere are Apple’s official release notes for iOS 26.2:
  Apple Music
  Favorite Songs playlist appears in Top Picks on the home tabOffline lyrics for downloaded songs so
  
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• iOS 26.2 is here with lots of small tweaks that’ll upgrade your iPhone in a big way

  12-12-2025 19:23 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  iOS 26.2 has arrived just in time for the weekend. While the update isn’t a major overhaul, it brings numerous changes and refinements, including more Liquid Glass tweaks. More importantly, iOS 26.2 brings a series of minor new features throughout the system that will surprise and delight iPhone users.Here are all the new iOS 26.2 features you’ll want to check out right away:Liquid Glass Lock Screen sliderAfter listening to user feedback, Apple added a new option to iOS 26.1
  
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• Apple TV this week: ‘F1: The Movie’ is now streaming

  12-12-2025 19:20 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 December 12, 2025: Apple’s biggest theatrical hit, F1: The Movi
  
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• Apple Releases iOS 26.2 With Alarms for Reminders, Lock Screen Changes, Enhanced Safety Alerts and More

  12-12-2025 19:10 via macrumors.com
  Apple today released iOS 26.2, the second major update to the iOS 26 operating system that came out in September, iOS 26.2 comes a little over a month after iOS 26.1 launched. ‌iOS 26‌.2 is compatible with the ‌iPhone‌ 11 series and later, as well as the second-generation ‌‌iPhone‌‌ SE.
  The new software can be downloaded on eligible iPhones over-the-air by going to Settings > General > Software Update.iOS 26.2 adds an option to activate an alarm when
  
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• Apple Releases iPadOS 26.2 With Multitasking Improvements

  12-12-2025 19:09 via macrumors.com
  Apple today released iPadOS 26.2, the second major update to the iPadOS 26 operating system released in September. iPadOS 26.2 comes a month after iPadOS 26.1.
  The new software can be downloaded on eligible iPads over-the-air by going to Settings > General > Software Update.iPadOS 26.2 continues with the multitasking improvements that were added with iPadOS 26.1. You can now drag and drop apps from the Dock, Spotlight Search, or the App Library to different multitasking views, including Sl
  
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• Apple Releases macOS Tahoe 26.2 With Edge Light

  12-12-2025 19:08 via macrumors.com
  Apple today released macOS Tahoe 26.2, the second major update to the macOS Tahoe operating system that came out in September. macOS Tahoe 26.2 comes five weeks after Apple released macOS Tahoe 26.1.Mac users can download the macOS Tahoe update by using the Software Update section of System Settings.macOS Tahoe 26.2 includes Edge Light, a feature that illuminates your face with soft light when you're on a video call in a room with poor lighting. The update also adds alarms for the Reminders app,
  
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• Apple Original Films developing Freida McFadden adaptation ‘The Teacher’

  12-12-2025 19:06 via macdailynews.com
  Apple Original Films is set to develop a gripping feature adaptation of Freida McFadden’s 2024 psychological thriller bestseller “The Teacher,” with acclaimed screenwriters Spenser Cohen and Anna Halberg (Tarot, Moonfall) pitching and scripting the project in a heated competitive bidding war.
  The story centers on high school math teacher Eve, who grows suspicious of her manipulative student Addie — haunted by a prior teacher scandal — while Eve’s husband Nate
  
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• Apple Releases tvOS 26.2 With New TV Profiles, Dedicated Kids Mode

  12-12-2025 19:04 via macrumors.com
  Apple today released tvOS 26.2, an update to the tvOS 26 operating system that came out in September. tvOS 26.2 is available on the Apple TV 4K and the ‌Apple TV‌ HD models, and it comes a month after Apple released tvOS 26.1.tvOS 26.2 can be downloaded using the Settings app on the ‌‌‌Apple TV‌‌‌. Open up Settings and go to System > Software Update to get the new software. ‌‌‌Apple TV‌‌‌ owners who have automatic software
  
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• Apple Releases watchOS 26.2 With Sleep Score Updates

  12-12-2025 19:03 via macrumors.com
  Apple today released watchOS 26.2, an update to the watchOS 26 operating system that came out in September. watchOS 26.1 comes a month after Apple released watchOS 26.1.watchOS 26.2 can be downloaded for free on an iPhone running iOS 26.2 by opening up the Apple Watch app and going to General > Software Update, or initiating an update in the Settings app on the watch. To install the new software, the Apple Watch needs to have at least 50 percent battery and it needs to be placed on a charger.
  
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• Apple Releases visionOS 26.2 With Travel Mode Updates

  12-12-2025 19:02 via macrumors.com
  Apple today released visionOS 26.2, the second update to the visionOS 26 operating system that came out in September. visionOS 26.2 comes a month after the release of visionOS 26.1.‌visionOS 26‌.2 can be downloaded on all Vision Pro headsets by navigating to the Settings app, selecting the General section, and choosing the Software Update option. To install an update, the Vision Pro headset needs to be removed, and there is a software progress bar available on the front EyeSight displa
  
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• Apple Releases HomePod Software 26.2 With Performance Improvements

  12-12-2025 19:01 via macrumors.com
  Alongside iOS 26.2, iPadOS 26.2, and macOS Tahoe 26.2, Apple has released new HomePod 26.2 software for the ‌HomePod‌ and the HomePod mini. The update comes a month after Apple released ‌HomePod‌ Software 26.1.According to Apple's release notes, ‌HomePod‌ Software 26.2 includes performance and stability improvements.‌‌HomePod‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌ software is installed automatically on the ‌‌‌‌‌‌&zwnj
  
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• 'Bluey's Quest for the Gold Pen' Now Available on iPhone, iPad, and Mac

  12-12-2025 18:36 via macrumors.com
  Well-known game developer Halfbrick this week launched Bluey's Quest for the Gold Pen, an iPhone, iPad, and Mac adventure game that's currently exclusive to Apple's platforms. The game was made for children and adults who are fans of the wildly popular Bluey animated series.
  Like the show, the game features Bluey, an anthropomorphized six-year-old blue heeler puppy, along with her sister Bingo and her parents. Bluey's Quest was inspired by the Dragon and Escape episodes from the TV show, where B
  
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• Best deals on Mac antivirus

  12-12-2025 18:32 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  With Apple already including built-in antivirus protection for Macs you might be wondering “Do Macs need antivirus software?” especially when confronted by pricy monthly subscriptions for services. In this article we’ll explain why you need an extra layer of protection and how to get the best cheap Mac antivirus software with the best deals.Mac security software adds another layer of protection to what Apple already provides, with features that can help to protect your
  
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• Epic Games CEO Says Apple Should Be Paid for App Review Only, Not External Purchase 'Junk Fees'

  12-12-2025 18:21 via macrumors.com
  Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney has said that he will never agree to share revenue with Apple for external purchases linked from iOS apps, even after a U.S. appeals court ruled that Apple is entitled to charge a reasonable fee for such transactions.
  Speaking to The Verge following the U.S. Court of Appeals decision that partially modified the injunction in the ‌Epic Games‌ v. Apple case, Sweeney outlined his position on what Apple should and should not be allowed to charge developers as the
  
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• Gene Munster predicts ‘Apple will launch the new Siri before April 30, 2026, and it will be well received’

  12-12-2025 18:01 via macdailynews.com
  Longtime Apple analyst Gene Munster is out with his 2026 predictions. To see his 2025 predictions and how they fared (4.5 for 10), click or tap here.
  Below are Gene’s 2026 predictions that involve Apple.
  Gene Munster for GeneMunster.com:‎• The Nasdaq will end the year up +10% primarily driven by the AI trade – We’re still early in AI andnow believe we are entering year 3 of a 5 year bull market that will likely end with the market leveling off rather than a sharp
  
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• The MacRumors Show: Studio Display 2 and Pro Display XDR 2 Rumors

  12-12-2025 17:50 via macrumors.com
  On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we talk through Apple's plans to refresh the Studio Display and Pro Display XDR.Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel for more videos
  Apple's next-generation Studio Display is widely expected to feature the same 27-inch screen size as the current model, but with mini-LED technology instead of LCD. This upgrade would result in increased brightness and a higher contrast ratio compared to the current model, bringing it in line with the MacBook
  
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