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Last updated: July 16, 2026, 2:30 PM ET

Apple Software Updates and Features

iOS 27 introduces an upgrade to the Auto Mix feature in Apple Music, enhancing its capabilities from last year's debut. The first public beta of mac OS 27 Golden Gate is now available for testing before its fall release as detailed. Additionally, AirPods are in their new public beta, following the release of the iOS 27 public beta.

iPad and Mac Hardware News

A new iPad mini with an OLED display is, featuring four upgrades. While an iPad mini with an A17 Pro chip is now available refurbished in the U.S. and Canada as noted, other iPad refreshes, including the entry-level iPad and iPad Air, are. Apple has reportedly, signaling their potential use in future hardware, including a foldable iPhone and the 20th-anniversary iPhone. Satechi has released new color-matched accessories for the MacBook Neo.

Apple Services and Retail

Apple TV has for the fifth season of its series Stillwater. Apple Care+ for Macs and iPads, which in turn makes Apple Care One a better value proposition as stated. Apple has also updated its website listing products eligible for tax-free holidays in 10 U.S. states. The company's annual Back to School promotion is now live in select Asian countries, though greater discounts may be found elsewhere according to reports. A new 36-month cellular iPad financing plan has been introduced, though potential savings may be found through other retailers as pointed out.

Industry and Legal Matters

Apple chip supplier TSMC has for U.S. chip plants, bringing its total commitment to $265 billion. Separately, TSMC is in Arizona, potentially building up to 12 plants. Apple faces a lawsuit over a reported "Hide My Email" flaw as detailed. Brazil has also for Apple regarding betting apps accessible to minors. Apple will no longer allow certain ad categories in its Maps app.

Third-Party Integrations and Deals

Popular password management app 1Password has, allowing the AI service to access credentials without direct visibility. This integration also enables Claude to sign in to websites without seeing user passwords or two-factor authentication codes as reported. Roblox is to its iPhone and iPad app for the first time. WhatsApp has for Voice Isolation and Wide Spectrum on iPhone. Meta AI can now when teens discuss self-harm. Google announced that Notebook LM is now "Gemini Notebook," with upcoming features for AI Pro previewed. Deals include Air Pods Pro 3 with a $50 price drop and Air Pods 4 with ANC at their best price in months as noted. MacBook Pro models are available with discounts of up to $400 as highlighted.

Other Tech News

The Signal Ring, unlike Apple Watch models which only provide alerts for potential hypertension. Apple is ending a loophole that allowed carrier-financed iPhones purchased from Apple to be unlocked immediately. A programmable macro keypad has been highlighted as a significant productivity hack for Mac users as described. Windows games are reportedly on Macs.