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

iOS 27 and Siri Enhancements

The first public betas of iOS, mac OS Golden Gate, and other operating systems are reportedly slated for release this week. Discussions surrounding the new Siri experience on Apple Watch, along with potential Siri features in iOS, have surfaced. Enhancements to Messages on iPhone are also anticipated, as is a general overview of the current social media landscape.

Apple Watch and Air Pods Deals

Amazon is offering the 42mm at a discounted price of $299, marking a $100 saving from its usual retail price. This weekend sale also extends to larger 46mm models and premium titanium variants. Separately, Air Pods Pro 3 have reached their best price since Prime Day, available for $199.99 on Amazon.

Apple Silicon Evolution

The M6 era of Apple's custom silicon may be short-lived, with a rumored six-month window before the company transitions to an AI-focused M7 chip. Insights suggest that the advanced AI performance of the upcoming M7 and M8 processors may have originated from Apple Car research. Furthermore, the M7 Ultra chip is reportedly being developed to feature up to 1.5TB of RAM, potentially matching the memory capacity of the 2019 Mac Pro.

Future Product Rumors and Regulations

The iPhone 17 Pro Max is speculatively mentioned in the context of enduring extreme conditions, even for an extended period. In other product news, EU regulations could necessitate an upgrade to the Apple Pencil in early 2027, with new models potentially featuring more easily replaceable batteries. Apple Stores are also expected to of the 'Tap to Pay on iPhone' system, which allows merchants to accept contactless payments.

Incidental Product Mentions

In unrelated news, an iPad was instrumental in the arrest of a bank robber, and a separate incident involved the theft of dozens of iPads from an elementary school.