Apple News 24 Hours

Last updated: May 17, 2026, 8:39 PM ET

Apple AI & Software

Apple is set to relaunch its Apple Intelligence and Siri platforms with new Apple Foundation Models at WWDC 2026, maintaining its focus on privacy and data security despite collaborating with Google on certain AI features. The company is also upgrading Genmoji in iOS 27 with automatic suggestions, according to Mark Gurman's Power On newsletter. The long-awaited Siri overhaul, already two years behind its original timeline, will still carry a beta label when it finally arrives as a standalone app next month. That new app will offer auto-deleting chat history, giving users more control over their conversational data.

Apple Hardware

The Apple Watch Series 12 will likely receive minimal updates beyond a new watch face, according to reports, suggesting Apple is shifting its wearable strategy toward longer upgrade cycles. Meanwhile, Apple faces a niche challenger in the premium headphone market: the Heavys H1H, rock-tuned headphones designed for guitar-heavy genres, offer an alternative to the Air Pods Max 2 for metal and rock enthusiasts.

Tim Cook & Apple Business

Tim Cook is heading to China once again, continuing his tradition of regular visits to the company's third-largest market. Apple's design language continues to gain recognition, with the Liquid Glass aesthetic earning industry appreciation this week.

Deals & Pricing

Amazon is offering up to $109 off M4 iPad Air models this weekend, with all-time low prices on the trio of configurations.

Crime Blotter

An arrest was made in the Morgan McSweeney stolen iPhone case, while an Air Tag helped police recover a stolen Lamborghini in separate criminal developments tied to Apple products this week.

Other Tech

Spotify's temporary disco ball app icon has drawn mixed reactions from users, with the company confirming the celebratory design will be replaced with its regular logo.