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Last updated: June 22, 2026, 2:30 PM ET

Apple Software Updates

Apple has issued the second developer betas for its upcoming operating systems, including iOS 27 and mac OS, continuing its summer testing cycle following WWDC 2026. The iOS 27 beta 2 arrives with a major Siri AI upgrade in development, and the Wallet app has added an "Insights" feature for US users to track their money. iPad OS 27 also received its second beta, bringing refinements to the forthcoming tablet software. Additionally, developers can now access beta 2 versions of tv OS 27 and vision OS. mac OS, codenamed "Golden Gate," also saw its second developer beta released, two weeks after the initial seeding. Productivity apps within mac OS 27 are also receiving subtle AI enhancements alongside the more prominent Siri AI developments 9to5Mac.

iOS 27 is also introducing a range of new features for Air Pods, including customizable EQ settings and improved precision finding, a long-requested addition for many users Apple Insider. The update further refines the Find My service with more granular control over location sharing and the ability to pause sharing Apple Insider. For the iPhone and iPad, iOS 27 includes a new recovery mode similar to that on Macs, allowing devices to boot into an alternative, lightweight operating system Mac Rumors. Widgets for the iPhone's Home Screen are also getting an overhaul in iOS, with some hinting at features for the upcoming iPhone Ultra 9to5Mac. However, the advanced AI dictation feature for the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone Air will not be enabled by default in the beta Mac Rumors.

Apple Hardware & Rumors

Samsung Display has reportedly gained Apple's approval for the production of foldable display modules, moving the long-rumored iPhone Fold closer to reality. Reports suggest the foldable iPhone, potentially branded as the iPhone Ultra, is still on track for a September 2026 debut, despite earlier speculation of delays Apple Insider. Supply chain sources also indicate that the iPhone Ultra will launch in September, with production of OLED panels for the foldable device now approved by Apple Mac Rumors.

The Apple Watch lineup is seeing significant discounts as part of early Prime Day sales. The Apple Watch Series 11 is available from $279, while the Apple Watch Ultra 3 has dropped to a record low of $649 Apple Insider. The Air Pods Max 2 are also at an all-time low of $399, and the Air Tag 2 is seeing its first-ever discounts, dropping to $24.00 Mac Rumors. The Air Pods Pro 3 are back in stock at a record low of $169 Apple Insider. A new Apple TV 4K is anticipated for release this fall, reportedly featuring three new capabilities, and the Apple TV's design philosophy is attributed to Steve Jobs's ethos, according to Eddy Cue Apple Insider.

Third-Party & Industry News

Fantastical, the calendar app from Flexibits, has introduced a solution to the persistent problem of double-booking events, a feature developed over its 15-year history 9to5Mac. In broader smart home news, Jon Harros from the Matter governing body discussed the latest release of the home automation standard, Matter 1.6, on the Smart Home Insider podcast Apple Insider. Meanwhile, studies indicate a significant prevalence of AI-generated content online, with nearly 60% of TikTok videos and 21% of YouTube videos classified as "AI slop" 9to5Mac. X and other services experienced widespread downtime this morning, impacting user access 9to5Mac.

Apple has reportedly warned of impending price increases across its product lines, with speculation mounting that iPhone 17 prices could rise as soon as this month following CEO Tim Cook's comments about "unavoidable" increases Mac Rumors. Security software provider Intego One is offering a 50% discount on its combined Mac security tools, which include antivirus and surveillance protection Apple Insider. Early Prime Day deals are also impacting other electronics, with Woot offering discounts on the Nintendo Switch 2 Mac Rumors.