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Last updated: May 16, 2026, 5:32 PM ET

Markets & Finance

Apple shares closed above $300 for the first time on Tuesday, hitting a record high as investors rewarded stronger-than-expected earnings and a massive $100 billion share buyback despite lingering concerns over the company's AI strategy. The rally followed a recent iOS 26.5 release and ahead of WWDC, where iPhone 18 Pro rumors are already driving anticipation for the next hardware cycle.

Hardware & Product Pipeline

Apple is on track to unveil the Apple Watch Series 12 in September, continuing its annual refresh cycle with an expected design evolution rather than a radical overhaul. Meanwhile, the upcoming MacBook Pro redesign is generating buzz beyond the expected OLED display — sources point to significant structural and thermal improvements that could address longstanding complaints about fan noise and portability. Separately, Apple Cash experienced an outage affecting some U.S. iPhone users, though Apple confirmed the service disruption was resolved within hours.

Legal & Enterprise

Ahead of the next phase in the Apple-Epic antitrust battle, the two companies agreed on a pre-court schedule to discuss revised App Store fee proposals, a process that could reshape developer economics ahead of the EU's Digital Markets Act compliance deadlines. In the enterprise space, AI is reshaping cybersecurity training for Mac administrators, as unified device management platforms integrate generative AI to automate threat detection and policy enforcement across corporate fleets.

Productivity & Privacy

Apple users were reminded this week of the risks of personal data exposure online, as data brokers continue selling phone numbers, email addresses, and Social Security numbers to spammers and scammers — a concern that has intensified as AI tools make it easier to cross-reference and monetize leaked records. For iPhone owners seeking to lock down their devices, hidden features and lesser-known tricks include advanced privacy controls tucked into settings menus that most users overlook. On the ergonomics front, a new chair designed for larger users from Liber Novo aims to fill a gap in the market, though it remains outside Apple's own product lineup.