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Last updated: May 16, 2026, 2:35 AM ET

Apple Services

Resolved Apple Cash outage confirmed the temporary loss of funds for a subset of U.S. iPhone users, with the issue cleared after several hours of downtime. The glitch, which prevented peer‑to‑peer transfers and card reloads, prompted a brief spike in support calls before the backend was restored and the service returned to normal.

iPhone Productivity

New iOS shortcuts highlighted ten hidden tricks, from customizing Control Center toggles to enabling live text in screenshots, offering users practical shortcuts that can shave minutes off daily workflows. The guide notes that many of these features have been bundled in iOS 17 but remain undiscovered by a majority of the installed base.

Ergonomic Hardware

Big‑and‑tall chair launch introduced the Liber Novo Maxis, engineered to accommodate users up to 6 ft 5 in and 150 kg, with a 14‑inch seat depth and adjustable lumbar support, aiming to improve comfort for professionals who spend extended periods at desk‑bound workstations.