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Last updated: July 12, 2026, 11:30 AM ET

Apple's Next-Gen Silicon and iPad OS

Research for the Apple Car project reportedly influenced the development of Apple's M7 and M8 processors, potentially boosting AI performance in future chips. The upcoming M7 Ultra chip may offer up to 1.5TB of RAM, a capacity that would finally match the 2019 Mac Pro according to reports. Meanwhile, the iPad Pro with an M6 chip, expected in early 2027, might coincide with updated Apple Pencil models featuring more user-replaceable batteries, partly driven by potential EU regulations. iPad OS 27 could also see improvements to multitasking, addressing a need for simpler controls after a significant overhaul in iPad OS 26 reinventing multitasking.

Accessory Deals and Storage Solutions

The Air Pods Pro 3 are currently available at their best price since Prime Day, retailing for $199.99 on Amazon hitting $199.99. For those struggling with limited phone storage, the SANDISK Phone Drive for iPhone offers a convenient solution providing a solution. In other news, a stolen iPad led to the arrest of an accused bank robber, and dozens of iPads were taken from an elementary school leading to an arrest.

App Spotlight

This week's Indie App Spotlight features "Route," an application designed as a comprehensive social platform for Pokémon collectors showcasing an app.