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• Not enough cash for the Note 8? Buy these 8 phones instead - CNET

  09-09-2017 13:01
  These alternatives don't have all the Note 8's tricks, but they'll do what you need for much less.
  
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• AirPods 4 ANC Hit $134.99 Low Price on Amazon, Plus Pro 3 for $189.99

  16-08-2026 16:18 via macrumors.com
  
  Amazon this weekend has introduced a big discount on the AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation, available for $134.99, down from $179.00. This is one of the best prices we've seen on the earbuds all year, and it's accompanied by a solid discount on the AirPods Pro 3.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.You can also get the AirPods 4 for $99.00, down fr
  
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• Top Stories: iOS 27 Beta 5, iPhone 18 Pro Rumors, and More

  15-08-2026 15:00 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple is likely winding down work on the initial release of iOS 27 as it prepares to install the operating system on new iPhone models coming next month, but some changes are still being made as we saw with the fifth round of betas this week.
  Other news and rumors this week included a look at an alleged battery from the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro Max, third-party accessories revealing some information about the foldable "iPhone Ultra," and more, so read on below for all of the details!Top Stories
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• Apple Watch ceramic revival: glossy premium model eyed for this fall

  14-08-2026 23:00 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple Watch Edition Series 2 in brilliant white ceramic
  Apple may be preparing to bring back one of its most distinctive and sought-after Apple Watch materials after a multi-year absence. According to a recent report from Bloomberg News’ Mark Gurman, the company is plotting the return of a ceramic case option either this year or in 2027 — raising the prospect that a ceramic Apple Watch could appear alongside the expected Series 12 and Ultra 4 updates this fall.
  The ceramic finish las
  
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• Should You Buy an iPhone 17 Now or Wait for iPhone 18?

  14-08-2026 22:31 via macrumors.com
  
  For the first time since Apple started selling standard and "Pro" iPhones, we're not going to get an entry-level iPhone model this fall. Apple doesn't plan to release an iPhone 18 in September, and will only launch the iPhone 18 Pro, ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ Max, and foldable iPhone Ultra. The lower-cost ‌iPhone 18‌ won't come out until spring 2027.Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos.
  With prices rumored to be going up in the fall, does it make sense to buy an i
  
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• U.S. Supreme Court clears path for App Store commission showdown as Apple must defend its rates in lower court

  14-08-2026 21:30 via macdailynews.com
  
  In a significant development in the long-running legal battle between Apple and Epic Games, the U.S. Supreme Court has rejected Apple’s bid to pause proceedings over the commissions it charges developers for sales made outside the App Store. Justice Elena Kagan on Thursday denied Apple’s request for a stay, allowing the lower court to move forward with determining a permissible commission rate while the high court considers a related appeal.
  The decision supersedes a temporary pause
  
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• Next-gen Apple TV 4K expected to launch within weeks

  14-08-2026 20:15 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple’s current Apple TV 4K and its Siri Remote
  Apple’s Apple TV 4K has gone nearly four years without a hardware update; the third-generation model debuted in October 2022 with an A15 Bionic chip. Reliable reports now indicate a refreshed version is nearly ready and expected this fall (most likely September or October), timed to coincide with Apple’s broader Apple Intelligence andSiri AI rollout in iOS 27, tvOS 27, and related software.
  Bloomberg News’ Mark Gurman has de
  
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• Apple’s MacBook Neo 2 expected to sport 12GB of memory in key upgrade

  14-08-2026 19:00 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple’s budget-friendly MacBook Neo has been a hit since its March 2026 launch, but the biggest complaint from many users centers on its 8GB of unified memory. According to recent reports from Bloomberg News’ Mark Gurman and other sources, the MacBook Neo 2 — or MacBook Neo (2027) is expected to address that limitation head-on by sporting 12GB of memory.
  The current MacBook Neo relies on a binned A18 Pro chip paired with 8GB of unified memory. The next model is tipped to switc
  
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• The MacRumors Show: Where Does the Apple Watch Go Next?

  14-08-2026 18:35 via macrumors.com
  
  On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss how the Apple Watch is seemingly heading into one of its least eventful new generations, yet the rumors stacking up behind it describe the most radical rethink in the product's history coming later.Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel for more videos
  The most eye-catching change potentially coming this year is not a new feature at all, but a case material Apple abandoned six years ago. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman says the white cera
  
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• ‘Ted Lasso’ season 4 premiere scores record audience for Apple TV

  14-08-2026 18:00 via macdailynews.com
  
  The fourth season of “Ted Lasso” premiered Wednesday, August 5th on Apple TV.
  Despite a less than stellar critical reception, “Ted Lasso” has made a triumphant return. The season 4 premiere drew 296.6 million viewing minutes in the U.S. over its August 4-5 launch window, according to Nielsen data, making it the most-streamed program on August 5th and Apple TV’s biggest premiere ever.
  Katie Campione for Deadline:‎It remains to be seen whether those numbers will b
  
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• Ads Coming Soon to Apple Maps

  14-08-2026 17:29 via macrumors.com
  
  As reported by MediaPost, businesses in the U.S. and Canada can buy Apple Maps ad slots starting today. An introductory offer provides advertisers with a 15% credit towards future ad spend, on up to $1,000 per month of spend over the first year.The ads do not appear to be visible in Apple Maps just yet, but they should be rolling out soon, as Apple previously stated that the ads would go live at some point in summer 2026. Ads will appear at the top of Apple Maps search results and at the top of
  
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• Apple opens Advanced Manufacturing Center in Houston

  14-08-2026 17:00 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple’s new Advanced Manufacturing Center in Houston gives small- and medium-sized businesses direct experience with state-of-the-art equipment, interactive labs, and tools they need to accelerate innovation.
  Apple on Thursday opened its new Advanced Manufacturing Center (AMC) in Houston. The center offers free training and educational sessions for small- and medium-sized businesses, giving them direct experience with state-of-the-art equipment, interactive labs, and tools they need to acc
  
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• Best Apple Deals of the Week: Steep Discounts Hit AirPods, MacBook Pro, and Anker Accessories

  14-08-2026 16:18 via macrumors.com
  
  The highlights of this week in Apple deals include ongoing low prices on AirPods Pro 3, AirPods Max 2, and the 2026 MacBook Pro. We're also tracking solid deals on accessories from Anker and other companies on Amazon thanks to some back to school sales.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.Back To School Accessory DealsWhat's the deal? Save on accessories
  
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• Tim Cook Reflects on His Legacy in Final Weeks as Apple CEO

  14-08-2026 16:12 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple CEO Tim Cook once said that what Steve Jobs stood for, in a word, was "innovation." In a CBS News interview conducted yesterday, Cook – in his final weeks at the helm of the company – was asked what his legacy stood for, and this was his response:"In my view, your legacy is described by others, not yourself. And so, I hope that people will say that I was a good and decent man. And if they say that at the end of the day, I will feel like I have achieved something."The interview
  
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• Apple officially rolls out ads in Apple Maps

  14-08-2026 16:00 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple has officially begun allowing businesses in the United States and Canada to purchase advertising placements in Apple Maps, marking the long-anticipated commercial launch of “Ads on Maps.”
  The rollout, which started Friday, August 14, 2026, fulfills the company’s March announcement that paid ads would arrive in the navigation app “this summer.” Businesses can now buy media through the Apple Business platform or the broader Apple Ads system, with no minimum spe
  
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• iOS 27 beta leaks all 6 new models in Apple’s iPhone 18 lineup

  14-08-2026 15:26 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldOn 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 Ultr
  
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• 30 New Things Your iPhone Can Do in iOS 27

  14-08-2026 15:24 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple will release iOS 27 in September, and despite the company's focus this year on refining its flagship operating system and nixing bugs, there are still many additional features on the way, not least of which is Apple's new context-aware Siri, re-tooled for the generative AI era.This year's major iPhone software update isn't all about AI, though, as the following feature list testifies. iOS 27 is currently in public beta – if you're OK with that, you can install it today.Extend Your Ph
  
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• Apple trains proprietary AI model for China alongside Alibaba

  14-08-2026 15:08 via macdailynews.com
  
  In a significant strategic shift, Apple has trained its own large language model tailored specifically for the Chinese market, working closely with Alibaba, Reuters reports citing sources familiar with the matter. The move marks a departure from the company’s previous approach of relying primarily on third-party Chinese models to power generative AI features on devices sold in the country.
  The China-specific model was developed with Alibaba’s technical support, the sources said. Thi
  
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• Macworld Podcast: Folding phones and the iPhone Ultra

  14-08-2026 13:00 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldWe are weeks away from the unveiling of what is likely to be called the iPhone Ultra, Apple’s first major change tot he iPhone form factor in ages and first folding phone ever. We’ve got our video product Adam Patrick Murray (who fans of The Full Nerd will recognize) filling in for Roman on vacation, and he’s the perfect match because he’s been a fan of, and using, folding Android phones for years now.While on the topic of advanced new iPhones, we bring up the 20t
  
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• How to save a video frame as a high-res image in iOS 27

  14-08-2026 13:00 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldiOS 27 includes lots of useful improvements and tweaks to the Camera and Photos experience, and several of them revolve around making it easier to organize and find your big library of images.One of the ways Apple is taking care of a common issue is in producing still images from videos. Prior to iOS 27, you’d have to use a special application or just freeze your video at the right spot and take a screenshot. But screenshots of videos are fraught with problems. The resolution is lo
  
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• The Apple Watch is forever square

  14-08-2026 12:30 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldSince it first launched around a decade ago, the Apple Watch’s exterior design has largely stayed the same. Sure, we got larger displays, thinner bezels, and a slimmer body, but the overall look today still resembles that of the Apple Watch Series 0. Many online users, in fact, have voiced their frustration over the smartwatch’s slow evolution, with some even suggesting that Apple should spice things up and switch to a circular design.Be careful what you wish for. According t
  
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• Apple Trained Own AI Model for China Market With Help From Alibaba

  14-08-2026 11:46 via macrumors.com
  
  Reuters reports that Apple has trained its own large language model for the China market, rather than relying on a third-party model to power its Apple Intelligence features in the country.
  The LLM has been developed with the help of Alibaba, according to the report's sources. The development marks a break from Apple's previous strategy of relying on domestic models to bring generative AI to its devices sold in China.Rollout of its AI features in China is expected in the coming months. The rollo
  
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• Grab this Touch Bar MacBook Pro for $267 while refurbs last

  14-08-2026 10:00 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldTL;DR: A refurbished 13-inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar is on sale for $267.99 (reg. $1,499), packing an Intel Core i5, 8GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD.Not every Mac purchase needs to be a brand-new M-series machine, and this deal is proof. This Grade A refurbished 2017 MacBook Pro brings the Touch Bar era back for a fraction of its original price, and it still holds up for everyday use.The 3.1GHz dual-core Core i5 chip (Turbo Boost to 3.5GHz) paired with 8GB of RAM handles br
  
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• iPhone 17 Pro One Year Later: What Held Up and What Didn't

  14-08-2026 01:58 via macrumors.com
  
  We're getting close to the launch of new iPhone 18 Pro models that will replace the iPhone 17 Pro models, so MacRumors videographer Dan Barbera decided to take a look back at the iPhone he's been using for close to 12 months.Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos.
  Ceramic Shield 2 was the best iPhone upgrade this year. Apple said it's more resistant to scratches, and that turned out to be true. Dan goes caseless, and his ‌iPhone 17 Pro‌ has only faint scratches, whi
  
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• What's Coming in September: New iPhones, Apple Watches and More

  14-08-2026 01:20 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple will introduce at least five new devices at its iPhone-centric event next month, and it's also possible we'll get devices waiting on Siri AI like the Apple TV.
  iPhone 18 Pro
  The iPhone 18 Pro is going to look like the iPhone 17 Pro, but with a smaller Dynamic Island. It's getting some internal updates, including a new Wide camera with a variable aperture for more control over lighting and a faster A20 Pro chip built on a new 2nm process. Battery life could improve with the updated chip and
  
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• Ted Lasso Season 4 Premiere is Apple TV's Biggest Launch Ever

  14-08-2026 01:05 via macrumors.com
  
  The Ted Lasso season 4 premiere was Apple's most popular TV show debut to date, according to Nielsen viewing data Apple sent to Deadline. The show racked up 296.6 million viewing minutes in the United States across the August 4 and August 5 launch window. It beat the premieres of prior seasons of Ted Lasso, plus the Severance and Pluribus premieres.
  On just August 5, the first episode was the most-streamed program in the United States with more than 200 million viewing minutes.Season 4 premiered
  
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• Apple Wants to Charge Developers Up to 15 Percent for Linking Outside the App Store

  14-08-2026 00:11 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple today submitted a court-ordered proposal outlining the commission it believes is reasonable to collect from U.S. apps that link to purchase options outside of the App Store.
  Apple is asking for half of its commission on standard apps, so apps that would pay 30 percent for an in-app purchase would pay 15 percent when linking to a web purchase option. Small Business Program participants that would normally pay 15 percent would pay 5 percent. 15 percent - Standard apps.10 percent - Apps that
  
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• Apple declares iPhone X and 2018 15-inch MacBook Pro obsolete

  13-08-2026 23:15 via macdailynews.com
  
  Apple’s seminal iPhone X
  Apple has updated its lists of vintage and obsolete products, moving the iPhone X and the 15-inch 2018 MacBook Pro into the obsolete category. The change means the company will no longer provide any hardware service for these devices, and authorized service providers can no longer order parts for them.
  Apple classifies products as obsolete more than seven years after it stops selling them, though the exact timing is at the company’s discretion. Devices on the
  
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• iFixit's Galaxy Z Fold8 Teardown is a Preview of Apple's Foldable Challenges

  13-08-2026 22:41 via macrumors.com
  
  Samsung launched new foldable smartphones earlier this month, including the Galaxy Z Fold8. If you didn't know it was a Samsung device, you might look at it and think it's Apple's foldable because it matches rumors about the iPhone Ultra so well.
  The Z Fold8 is likely to be the closest competitor to the foldable ‌iPhone Ultra‌, which makes iFixit's teardown of Samsung's smartphone an interesting read. Will Apple's foldable have some of the same troubles as the Z Fold8, or has Apple sol
  
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• Apple Says iPhone X is Now Obsolete

  13-08-2026 22:16 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple today added the iPhone X to its public-facing obsolete products list, according to an updated support document on its website.
  When an iPhone becomes obsolete, it is no longer eligible for repairs or other hardware service at Apple Stores or Apple Authorized Service Providers.Apple considers a product to be obsolete once seven years have passed since it stopped distributing the product. Apple stopped selling the iPhone X in September 2018, but the device remained available at select resell
  
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