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09-10-26 -
Apple Explains What Happens to Conversations Siri Recap Hears
The Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 have new Audio Intelligence features that include Sound Recognition, Music Recognition, Live Rewind, and Siri Recap. When these features are activated, the new Apple Watches are always listening to what\'...
09-10-26 -
Apple Watch Ultra 4 Drops GLONASS Support
Apple removed GLONASS support from the Apple Watch Ultra 4, according to technical specifications listed for the device. The Ultra 4 supports GPS, Galileo, QZSS, and BeiDou, while the prior-generation Ultra 3 supported GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS,...
09-10-26 -
T-Mobile to Charge $5 a Month for iOS 27 iPhone Handoff
T-Mobile will charge customers $5 per month to use iPhone Handoff, an e-SIM feature that allows the same phone number to be used on two separate iPhones. iPhone Handoff requires carrier support, and at launch, only T-Mobile users in t...
09-10-26 -
You Can't Use Apple Watch's Live Rewind Secretly, Apple Says
With the Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4, Apple is adding Live Rewind, which relies on an S11 processor and new continual listening features. Live Rewind listens to what\'s happening around the wearer, and when activated with a double ...
09-10-26 -
Ceramic Series 12 is Pricier to Repair Than Apple Watch Ultra 4
Apple reintroduced a ceramic case for the Apple Watch Series 12, but if you don\'t have AppleCare+, repairs are unusually expensive. It costs $599 to fix \"other damage,\" which covers any repair besides a battery repla...
09-10-26 -
Mac's Edge Light Feature Rumored to Expand to iPhone
macOS 26.2 added an Edge Light feature to Macs with the M1 chip or newer, and it has now been rumored that this feature will expand to the iPhone. According to pdfu, who has been digging through code in Apple\'s software updates in recen...
09-10-26 -
Apple Rates iPhone 18 Pro Slightly Easier to Repair Than 17 Pro
Apple\'s repairability scores suggest the iPhone 18 Pro and &zwnj;iPhone 18 Pro&zwnj; Max are slightly easier to repair than the iPhone 17 Pro and &zwnj;iPhone 17 Pro&zwnj; Max. Apple released the repairability data in a produ...
09-10-26 -
RIP, iPhone Ultra
For many months, tech blogs like ours used the name iPhone Ultra to refer to Apple\'s rumored foldable iPhone, but the device ended up being named iPhone Duo. The name iPhone Duo was not a complete surprise. Daring Fireball\'s John ...
09-10-26 -
Upgrading to Apple Watch Series 12 Could Cost You Hypertension Notifications
Some Apple Watch users who upgrade to the Series 12 or the Ultra 4 might temporarily lose access to hypertension notifications. On the watchOS feature availability page, Apple says notifications might not be available on the Series 12 or Ultr...
09-10-26 -
iOS 27 Apple Health App Redesign: Every New Feature Coming in 2026
Apple is planning a major redesign of the Health app on iPhone and iPad, with a long list of new features set to be added. Apple announced the Health app changes at yesterday\'s iPhone event. The Health app is getting an update because A...
09-10-26 -
Apple Watch Series 12 Received a Price Increase You Might Have Missed
Ever since the Apple Watch Series 4 in 2018, the larger-sized aluminum Apple Watch has started at $429 in the U.S., but that has changed with the Apple Watch Series 12. While the Apple Watch Series 12 with a 42mm case maintains a star...
09-10-26 -
Ceramic Apple Watch Series 12 Is Bigger and Heavier Than Other Models
Apple Watch Series 12 models with a ceramic case are physically larger than the same model in aluminum or titanium, according to Apple\'s own tech specs. At 46mm, Apple\'s tech specs page lists the aluminum and titanium case at 46mm...
09-10-26 -
Skipping the iPhone 18 Pro? Redesigned 'iPhone 20' is Coming Next Year
Apple unveiled the iPhone 18 Pro models just one day ago, but there are already rumors about a redesigned \"iPhone 20\" launching next September. Bloomberg\'s Mark Gurman recently reported that Apple plans to release a special ...
09-10-26 -
Apple Watch Series 12 Has Smaller Screens and Bigger Cases
The Apple Watch Series 12 pairs a smaller display with a wider case than Series 10 and Series 11, even though the pixel resolution hasn\'t changed, according to Apple\'s own tech specs. For the 46mm Series 12, Apple\'s tech spe...
09-10-26 -
Why iPhone Duo's Under-Screen Camera Isn't in the Corner
If you\'re wondering why the under-screen camera on the iPhone Duo\'s inner display isn\'t placed in the top-right corner, Chinese leaker Instant Digital has provided an explanation. \"The iPhone Duo\'s under-display ca...
09-10-26 -
Shop the Best Cases for Your New iPhone 18 Pro or iPhone Duo
It\'s iPhone pre-order week, which means anyone looking to get the new iPhone 18 Pro or iPhone 18 Pro Max will likely be looking for new cases and protection for the smartphones. Below we\'re tracking all of the best case and screen prot...
09-10-26 -
Apple Isn't Revealing the iPhone Duo's Under-Screen Camera Resolution
Hidden beneath the 7.6-inch inner screen of the foldable iPhone Duo is an under-display FaceTime camera. The long-rumored feature is a first for Apple, yet the company hasn\'t provided as much detail about it as the device\'s other camer...
09-10-26 -
AirPods 5 and Apple Watch Series 12 Pre-Orders Open on Amazon, With Early Dis...
Apple yesterday announced the Apple Watch Series 12, Apple Watch Ultra 4, and AirPods 5 at its \"Surprise and Shine\" event, and today all of these devices are up for pre-order on Amazon. This also includes the first cash discount on the...
09-10-26 -
iPhone Duo Has Similar Main Camera to iPhone 17e
Apple\'s tech specs suggest the iPhone Duo\'s Main camera sensor is seemingly a match for the iPhone 17e\'s, not the standard iPhone 17\'s. According to Apple\'s tech specs page for the iPhone Duo, the Main camera is ...
09-10-26 -
iPhone 17 Pro vs. iPhone 18 Pro: 35+ Upgrades Compared
Apple yesterday announced the iPhone 18 Pro and &zwnj;iPhone 18 Pro&zwnj; Max, succeeding the iPhone 17 Pro that launched last September. The new models are built around the A20 Pro chip, a 48-megapixel Fusion Main camera with variable ape...
09-10-26 -
Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4 Have Increased RAM
MacRumors has confirmed that the Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4 have increased RAM compared to the previous-generation models. Both new models are equipped with 4GB of RAM, according to Apple\'s developer tool Xcode 27. ...
09-10-26 -
Apple Considering Ads Inside Visual Intelligence, Code Suggests
Apple may be exploring a way to let search providers show sponsored results inside Visual Intelligence, according to code uncovered in iOS 27. The find comes from MacRumors\' Aaron Perris, who said in a post on X that the code points t...
09-10-26 -
iOS 27 RC Adds Long-Rumored Camera App Controls Customization
In the iOS 27 Release Candidate that Apple released to developers on Wednesday, Apple added the long-rumored ability to customize the Camera app\'s controls. Way back in May, Bloomberg\'s Mark Gurman reported that Apple planned to make t...
09-10-26 -
Apple Details How iOS 27 Adapts to iPhone Duo's Displays
Apple has detailed how iOS 27 was rebuilt to adapt in real time to the iPhone Duo, the company\'s first foldable iPhone, reshaping the interface as the device folds, unfolds, and switches between its two displays. Lock Screen controls, t...
09-10-26 -
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max Benchmarks Reveal Speed of A20 Pro Chip
Early benchmark results for the A20 Pro chip in the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max appeared early this morning in the Geekbench 6 database, offering us a first look at the new models\' CPU and graphics performance ahead of the devices re...
09-10-26 -
iOS 27 to Upgrade Apple TV Remote App in Two Ways
Apple has updated the design of the virtual Apple TV Remote for the iOS 27 Release Candidate, which was released yesterday, and there are two new features that have been added to the iPhone app\'s interface. First up, Apple has added a n...
09-10-26 -
Touch ID Isn't the Only Way to Unlock an iPhone Duo
Apple\'s new iPhone Duo lacks Face ID. That may irk users who are used to the seamless unlocking experience that a facial biometric system provides, but fortunately Apple has brought over one of the Mac\'s best authentication features to...
09-10-26 -
Apple Announces macOS Golden Gate Release Date
Apple this week announced that macOS 27, also known as macOS Golden Gate, will be released to all users with a compatible Mac on Monday, September 14. iOS 27, iPadOS 27, watchOS 27, tvOS 27, and visionOS 27 will be released on the same day. ...
09-10-26 -
iPhone 18 Pro Launching on September 18 With These 10 New Features
Apple this week unveiled the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. While the devices look very similar to the iPhone 17 Pro models, there are still quite a few new features and incremental changes compared to the previous generation. Below, ...
09-10-26 -
Hands-On With the iPhone Duo: The Crease is Still There, But Barely
After today\'s iPhone event, Apple invited members of the media to test out the new iPhone Duo. We were able to take a look, and we have some initial thoughts to share. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. The iPhon...
09-10-26 -
Everything Apple Announced at the September 2026 Event
Apple\'s \"Surprise and Shine\" event took place today, and the company introduced the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, the new foldable iPhone Duo, new Apple Watch models, and AirPods 5. It took Apple over an hour to announce everything,...
09-10-26 -
iPhone Duo is Dust-Tight With IP68 Rating, Unlike Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold8
The iPhone Duo has an IP68 dust and water resistance rating, beating Samsung and tying Google. Samsung\'s latest Galaxy Z Fold8 models have an IP48 dust and water resistance rating, which means they aren\'t able to hold up to dust a...
09-09-26 -
iOS 27's 'iPhone Handoff' Feature Limited to T-Mobile and Deutsche Telekom at...
Apple is adding a new iPhone Handoff feature in iOS 27 that will let you use the same number on two iPhones and swap between them as needed. iPhone Handoff requires carrier support, and Apple says there may be carrier fees when setting it up. ...
09-09-26 -
Apple Explains What's Inside the iPhone Duo's Folding Screen
The iPhone Duo\'s inner display uses a complicated, multi-layer structure that Apple says will hold up to wear and tear. There are 10 ultrathin layers in total, including a nano-textured cover layer made from a custom polymer that Apple ...
09-09-26 -
iPhone Duo Beats iPhone Air as Apple's Thinnest iPhone, But Only When Open
The new foldable iPhone Duo is the \"thinnest iPhone ever,\" according to Apple. When unfolded, the device is 5.2mm thick, making it 0.4mm thinner than the 5.6mm iPhone Air. Rumors suggested it could be as thin as 4.5mm when unfolde...
09-09-26 -
Here's What Apple Says About the iPhone Duo's Crease
Ahead of the launch of the foldable iPhone Duo, rumors suggested Apple was focused on eliminating the crease between the device\'s two displays. All foldables have a visible crease, and it often becomes easier to see over time from constant f...
09-09-26 -
Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 Get Wave of New Bands
The Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4 feature a refreshed band lineup for the fall, adding new colors and materials. Here\'s a breakdown of what\'s new across the band lineup: Sport Band: New Navy Blue, Magenta, O...
09-09-26 -
iOS 27 Will Let You Redeem Apple Gift Cards on the Back of Your iPhone
According to new code uncovered in the iOS 27 Release Candidate, there will be a new way to redeem Apple gift cards by tapping them on the back of a compatible iPhone. Apple\'s gift cards will have a security chip that the iPhone will scan...
09-09-26 -
Apple Watch Series 12 Comes in New Finishes, Including Ceramic
Apple Watch Series 12 comes in a refreshed selection of case finishes and materials, including ceramic. Here\'s a breakdown of the case types, finishes, and pricing across the new Apple Watch lineup: Apple Watch Series 12 (aluminum)...
09-09-26 -
iPhone 18 Pro is eSIM-Only in These Countries
Apple has been phasing out the SIM card tray on iPhones, with the latest models relying solely on eSIM technology in select countries. According to Apple, the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max support eSIMs only in these countries and regio...
09-09-26 -
iPhone Duo Will Ship With iOS 27.1, Hinting at Update's Release Date
Apple says the iPhone Duo will ship with iOS 27.1 when it launches this October, which gives us a hint at when the first major iOS 27 update will come out. The iPhone Duo will be available on October 23, so iOS 27.1 should be released shortly...
09-09-26 -
Three All-New 'Audio Intelligence' Features Arrive With Apple Watch Series 12...
Apple today announced \"Audio Intelligence,\" a new suite of Apple Intelligence-powered features for the Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4 that use the built-in microphone to help users catch missed moments in conversation an...
09-09-26 -
iPhone Duo Only Works With the $79 USB-C Apple Pencil, Not the Apple Pencil Pro
The iPhone Duo will work with the Apple Pencil, but support is limited. Apple says that you need the &zwnj;Apple Pencil&zwnj; with USB-C for the iPhone Duo, so if you have the &zwnj;Apple Pencil&zwnj; Pro, you may be out of luck. ...
09-09-26 -
Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 Offer These Eight New Health and Fitness Fe...
The Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 offer a range of new health and fitness features. Here\'s everything that\'s new. Apple today revealed the following features for the two new devices: New \"Health Sensing System\"...
09-09-26 -
iPhone Duo Doesn't Have an Action Button
The iPhone Duo does not include an Action Button, according to the device\'s technical specifications page. The page\'s diagram., highlights volume up/down buttons at the top, Camera Control and side buttons on the right side, a USB-C po...
09-09-26 -
Apple Reveals iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max Battery Capacities
Apple has confirmed the battery capacities for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max models that the company announced earlier today. Apple is required to publish energy labels on its iPhone product pages in the EU, and they reveal the offi...
09-09-26 -
iPhone 18 Pro Max Is Heavier Than iPhone 17 Pro Max, Not Thicker
Despite rumors of an increase in thickness, the iPhone 18 Pro Max has the same physical dimensions as the iPhone 17 Pro Max. It is 163.4mm x 78mm x 8.75mm, but it did get 16 grams heavier. Apple says the &zwnj;iPhone 18 Pro&zwnj; Max ...
09-09-26 -
AirPods 5 Include ANC as Standard, Pricier Variant Now Gatekeeps Wireless Cha...
Apple no longer charges extra for Active Noise Cancellation on AirPods, folding it into the $129 AirPods 5 instead of reserving it for the higher-end model. Apple today announced the AirPods 5. ANC now comes standard on the base model...
09-09-26 -
Samsung Mocks iPhone Duo
Samsung took to social media today to mock the iPhone Duo while Apple announced the device. In a series of sarcastic posts that did not explicitly mention Apple or the iPhone Duo, Samsung made comments like \"Let us know when you\'r...
09-09-26 -
Apple Adds AppleCare One Family Plan for Up to Six People
Apple today announced AppleCare One Family, a new option for U.S. customers that extends &zwnj;AppleCare&zwnj; coverage to every eligible device across an Apple Family Sharing group of up to six people for one fixed monthly price. &am...

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