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Last updated: July 2, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

Apple Legal & Corporate

You Tuber Jon Prosser has formally responded to Apple’s lawsuit, denying he conspired to steal company secrets and instead blaming former Apple employee Michael Ramacciotti for the leak of information regarding the unreleased Liquid Glass technology. This filing comes nearly a year after Apple sued Prosser and Ramacciotti over the alleged theft and publication of confidential product details. Separately, Apple has responded to a lawsuit filed by three YouTube channels that allege violations of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.

Apple is preparing to announce its Q3 2026 financial results on July 30, with analysts anticipating a potentially significant quarter. This earnings report may be the last before a substantial shift in the company’s product roadmap, as details emerge about accelerated development timelines for upcoming hardware.

Apple Software & Services

The upcoming iOS 27 will introduce new frameworks designed to detect scams in real-time, offering enhanced protection against voice call, text message, and email-based social engineering attacks. The public beta for iOS 27 is expected to launch this month, providing users with an early look at features that will make strong case upgrading to newer iPhones, with older models like the iPhone 15 and earlier potentially missing out on significant functionality. Additionally, users who pay for iCloud+ storage plans will receive two new perks at no additional cost with iOS. tv OS 27 is also on the horizon, with four new features slated for the Apple TV 4K, though some may require new hardware. Car Play in iOS 26 also received a long-overdue setting addition.

Apple TV+ is bolstering its content library with the return of the hit sci-fi series Silo for its third season, streaming exclusively on the platform. The service also has a robust lineup of five new movies premiering. Apple Arcade is expanding its offerings with four new games, including Pocket City 2+. However, the popular show tracking app TV Time will be shutting down July 15.

Apple Hardware & Devices

Reports suggest Apple is accelerating its M7 chip roadmap, potentially at the expense of the M6, with M7 silicon arriving sooner than initially anticipated. The company is also reportedly gearing up for a significant entry into the foldable market with the "iPhone Fold," with production orders ramped up to 10 million units. This foldable device, potentially priced around $2,500, is expected to drive an 18% increase in average foldable prices across the industry in 2026.

New rumors surrounding the iPhone 18 Pro suggest it may use different Qualcomm modems depending on the region and that higher-capacity models could feature slower QLC NAND storage, a carryover from previous iPhone generations. Leaked information also indicates a huge battery size for the iPhone 18 Pro Max. Meanwhile, winners of the 2026 iPhone Photography Awards were announced, with many stunning shots taken on older iPhone models, demonstrating the continued capability of devices like the iPhone 8 Plus.

Apple's stock has shown signs of recovery after a recent dip following price hikes on Macs, iPads, and other products due to rising component costs. Despite these increases, holiday deals are offering significant savings, with AirTags at $89 for a four-pack and iPads discounted up to $400. Air Pods 4 are also available at a discounted price of nearly 25% off.

Automotive & Connectivity

Apple Wallet is expanding its Car Key functionality, with Volkswagen planning to offer the feature in future vehicles. This follows recent additions of support for brands like Toyota and Porsche, further integrating iPhones into vehicle access and control.

Industry & Security

A new mac OS infostealer has been identified that confirms stolen passwords before exfiltrating data, providing attackers with immediate validation of compromised accounts. Separately, malware has been found spreading via sponsored ads on X, a Click Fix-style attack that highlights the evolving threat landscape. In browser security, Opera has introduced a new feature called Paste Protect, which blocks malicious clipboard commands copied from websites.

Anker has launched the Solix E10, a modular whole-home battery backup system that aims to make home power resilience more accessible through multiple power input options. iFixit also released a video detailing the surprisingly analog process of assembling and testing an iPhone battery.

Reports indicate that the upcoming iPhone Fold will significantly influence the foldable market, potentially raising average prices by 18% in 2026. Apple has reportedly increased its production orders for the foldable iPhone Ultra to 10 million units, a notable increase from earlier forecasts.