Apple News 24 Hours

Last updated: June 24, 2026, 5:30 AM ET

Apple Ecosystem & Software Updates

Apple is continuing its rollout of beta software, with watch OS 27 beta 2 now available for developers, following the release of iOS 27 beta 2 and other system updates. The new watch OS beta arrives two weeks after the initial beta launch and is compatible with the Apple Watch. Developers are also seeing an updated beta firmware for Air Pods Pro, AirPods Pro 3, Air Pods, and the first beta build for the upcoming Air Pods Max, all designed to integrate with iOS 27. Separately, the iOS 27 Weather app has received layout improvements for easier at-a-glance information, though it does not include new AI features. The iOS 27 Wallet app also sees significant upgrades, aiming to further position the iPhone as a physical wallet replacement with seven new features.

Hardware Rumors & Development

Speculation continues around future Apple hardware, with reports suggesting that Samsung Display and LG Display have begun mass production of OLED panels for Apple's 2026 product lineup, indicating a reliance on these two manufacturers for all models launching this year. These displays are reportedly slated for the rumored iPhone Fold and a potential touchscreen MacBook Pro, while LG will also supply screens for the Apple Watch Series. In development news, Apple's Reality Composer Pro 3 beta appears to incorporate code from "The Machinery," a defunct game engine project, according to analysis of the tool used for Apple Vision Pro content creation.

Prime Day Apple Deals

Amazon's Prime Day sale is offering significant discounts across a range of Apple products. Notable deals include the 15-inch MacBook Air M4 with 16GB RAM and 1TB storage at an all-time low of $1,349, and other M5 MacBook Air models reduced by $150. The AirPods Max 2 are available at a record low of $399, down from $549, though inventory is becoming constrained. Further savings are available on Air Pods Pro 3 at $179 and Air Pods 4 starting at $99. Additionally, iPad deals see prices as low as $299, with M4 iPad Air models also at record-low figures. Beyond Apple's own devices, Roborock vacuums and NAS storage devices are also experiencing Prime Day markdowns.

App Store & Developer Ecosystem

Apple is facing renewed scrutiny over its App Store policies, as a group of 48 Chinese developers has filed an antitrust complaint with China's market regulator. They allege that Apple's App Store fees are unfairly high and its distribution rules are restrictive. This action follows a series of legal challenges against Apple's commission practices in the region. In other developer news, the community-run Swift package search engine, Swift Package Index, has joined Apple, with assurances that little will change for developers in the immediate term. However, some developers are experiencing performance issues with App Store Connect, Apple's platform for managing app submissions and sales.

App Updates & New Features

Apple's event planning app, Invites, has received an update that introduces a long-requested co-hosting feature, allowing multiple users to manage events. The update also adds new background options for events. Meanwhile, VSCO has launched its VSCO One platform, targeting professional photographers with an all-in-one suite of tools following an initial announcement last week. Speechify is also rolling out its voice typing functionality to all iPhone and Mac users at no additional cost.

Cybersecurity & Data Breaches

Users of password manager Last Pass are once again facing data breach concerns. The company has notified users of stolen personal data, this time resulting from a breach at one of its outside partners, a third-party vendor named Klue. While customer vaults and stored credentials were not affected, customer contact and support information was exposed in the supply chain attack. Separately, confidential Apple documents were reportedly leaked on the dark web following a cyberattack on one of Apple's key manufacturing partners in India, Tata Electronics, with over 630GB of data concerning both Apple and Tesla said to be compromised.

App Intelligence & Rumors

Code found within the tv OS 27 beta suggests that Apple plans to integrate AI features into the Home Pod and Apple TV, aligning with earlier reports of upcoming hardware refreshes for these devices. This comes despite a lack of explicit mention at WWDC. Future iPhone models are also subject to ongoing speculation, with the iPhone 18 Pro rumored to feature three new capabilities. Discussions also continue around a potential foldable iPhone, with one study suggesting it could lose nearly $1,300 in value within its first year, making it an "expensive experiment" for early adopters.

Content & Services

Apple TV+ is set to release "The Dink," a comedy about an injured tennis star who grudgingly takes up pickleball, with the trailer now available. The streaming service also has the sci-fi series "Silo" returning soon, alongside a new Anya Taylor-Joy thriller. In a promotional video, Apple showcased how professional surfers utilize the Apple Watch during World Surf League competitions, providing real-time data and scoring to keep athletes informed and in control. YouTube Music may also be developing offline download support for the Apple Watch, a feature that would enhance its utility for exercise.

Legal & Regulatory Actions

A class action lawsuit in the UK accusing Apple of overcharging for iCloud storage is with UK users potentially sharing a £3 billion ($4 payout. However, the case is not expected to be heard until late 2028. This comes as a separate group of Chinese developers files an antitrust complaint against Apple's App Store fees and distribution rules.