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Last updated: July 14, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

iOS 27 and Software Updates

The iOS 27, offering users a chance to experience the latest iPhone features, including new Apple Intelligence capabilities powered by Siri. For those eager to test, instructions on are available, though some older iPhones may. Air Pods Pro 2 and Air Pods Pro 3 owners can now access new beta firmware through the. Meanwhile, mac OS Golden Gate is also available to public beta testers, highlighting ten features to explore first, including updates to Siri.

Apple TV+ Content and Entertainment

Apple TV+ is expanding its content library with the premiere of the limited series 'Lucky', starring Anya Taylor-Joy. Additionally, the trailer for an upcoming action-comedy starring Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh, titled 'Mayday', has been released.

Apple Hardware and Accessories

LEGO is considering a new '' for its "Ideas" platform, potentially bringing back the iconic colorful design. Satechi has introduced new color-matching accessories for the '', offering additional ports for users. In other accessory news, deals are available on '' and 'AirPods 4', with Amazon offering discounts on both models.

iPhone and Future Devices

iPhone shipments in China saw a significant '' in Q2 2026, helping Apple counter a broader market decline. rumors suggest that the '20th anniversary iPhone', potentially the 'iPhone 20', will feature an 'all-glass design', aligning with a long-held vision for the device. Production facilities are reportedly ready for this redesign. The '' is also rumored to be launching by the end of 2026, with some reports indicating it will feature an ''.

AI and Developer Tools

Apple is reportedly '' regarding its AI model-shrinking technology, which the company claims is suitable for iPhones. Prism ML has also released its '', stated to be the first of its size that can run on iPhones. Canva has unveiled '', an AI-powered platform for building and visually editing websites and apps. Additionally, Mac Whisper has launched 'version 1.4', featuring a new transcript editor and improved performance for its AI transcription app.

Legal and Regulatory News

Apple has '' that accused the company of failing to prevent child sexual abuse material from being stored on iCloud. Separately, an online safety regulator has stated that tech companies, including Apple, ''. In a regulatory update, the European Commission has '' from new rules requiring user-replaceable batteries. Apple has also responded to Epic Games' arguments against pausing their App Store commission lawsuit, stating they are 'wrong'.

Third-Party Apps and Services

Opera has seen substantial growth in its iOS browser user base, with '' and 50% in the US during Q2 2026. WhatsApp is developing an '' for iPhone users, allowing for first-party cloud storage of chat backups. Anthropic is now providing '' for K-12 teachers in the United States.

Gaming and Other Tech

'Madden NFL 27 Arcade Edition' is set to 'return to Mac' for the first time in 19 years, launching on Apple Arcade in August. The Laser Pecker LX2, an enclosed desktop laser cutter, is available for those looking to "", albeit at a significant price. The smart home standard 'Matter' is facing criticism for failing to fully address the complexity it promised to solve. OpenAI's first hardware product is reportedly a '' without a display.