Apple News 24 Hours

Last updated: July 10, 2026, 5:31 AM ET

Apple TV+ and Entertainment

Apple TV+ is making a significant presence at San Diego Comic-Con for the first time. The platform will host a two-hour panel and offer a preview of upcoming shows like Widow's Bay and Silo, with reports suggesting a major focus on the series' previews. Additionally, Apple TV+ for There’s No Place Like Home, Snoopy, detailing Snoopy's adventure to recover his doghouse. The service also announced its August "Friday Night Baseball" schedule, featuring upcoming games for baseball fans. In other entertainment news, Netflix is reportedly exploring live TV and bundles as a way to combat declining engagement, even as integration with the Apple TV app remains a possibility.

iOS and Car Play Updates

iOS 27 is set to introduce several improvements to the Car Play experience, with reports detailing aimed at enhancing in-car usability. These updates are expected to refine the interaction between iPhones and vehicle systems. For those who rely on Apple's in-car system, CarPlay remains a highly sought-after feature, providing a comprehensive interface for drivers. Meanwhile, Apple has to include new age rating questions for applications that incorporate social media functionalities, aiming for clearer content guidelines.

Apple Hardware and Pricing

Component costs for the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro Max are reportedly soaring, suggesting that on its flagship device. This follows recent price hikes across various Apple products, including Mac Books, iPads, and the Vision Pro. However, the M5 Pro MacBook Pro is currently available at its pre-hike price, though this offer is. In India, the elimination of import duties on key smartphone components is making the region more attractive for iPhone manufacturing, potentially. Regarding older devices, Apple has for several legacy iPhone and iPad models, limiting the ability to restore or downgrade their software.

AI Developments and Legal Matters

Apple is actively exploring methods to run significantly larger artificial intelligence models directly on iPhones, reportedly meeting with startup Prism ML to discuss their technology for on-device AI. This push for more powerful on-device AI comes as a class action lawsuit concerning Siri has seen Apple to settle claims related to the voice assistant. Separately, Benjamin and Chance discussed "Siri AI" on Apple Watch and other changes in iOS 27 beta 3 in the latest 9to5Mac Daily podcast episode. In the broader AI landscape, Anthropic is updating its Claude chatbot with a "Reflect" feature, allowing users to review their interaction history. OpenAI is also discontinuing its standalone desktop browser, Chat GPT Atlas, in favor of a new desktop application for users.

Third-Party Accessories and Services

The Govee Smart Ceiling Light Ultra offers interesting design and functionality, though its integration with the Apple ecosystem is somewhat limited. For Mac users focused on productivity, the iVANKY Fusion Dock Ultra presents itself as a Thunderbolt 5 docking station designed for demanding workflows. In the realm of streaming, TV Time users can now migrate their data to Just Watch before the former service shuts down next week, with JustWatch. Meanwhile, Duck Duck Go's browser now includes a feature that on iPhones and Macs by default. Amazon is currently hosting a large accessory sale featuring deals from brands like Sonos, Sony, and Anker for shoppers. Memory price increases, which are negatively impacting Android brands, may actually benefit Apple. Finally, Strava has introduced a new "Events" tab within its app, enabling users to discover upcoming races and group activities more easily.