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Last updated: July 18, 2026, 11:30 AM ET

iPhone 18 and Future Devices

The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are slated for release in approximately two months, expected to retain a similar design to their predecessors. Notably, the base model iPhone 18 will not be released. Looking further ahead, rumors suggest next year's iPhones could bring significant changes for their 20th anniversary. Meanwhile, Apple has in Japan following earlier global price increases on Macs and iPads. In a positive trend for the company, iPhone loyalty has climbed to 87%, with fewer users switching to Android.

Apple's Market Dominance and Ecosystem

reclaimed position as the world's most valuable company, surpassing Nvidia in market valuation. The company's ecosystem continues to strengthen, with iPhone loyalty remaining high. Apple's Car Keys feature is expanding its support to include future GWM Tank SUVs. On the software front, public betas for iOS 27 and mac OS Golden Gate were released this week. Users who have installed iOS 27 Beta can learn how to if stability or usability issues arise. For those experiencing iPhone malfunctions, a new Recovery Assistant in iOS 26 and later allows booting into recovery mode without a computer is available.

App Store and Services Updates

In its App Store, Apple and Google face demands to remove AI "face-swap" apps capable of generating nonconsensual nude images. An investigation also revealed dozens of disguised gambling apps on the App Store in Brazil. Meanwhile, WhatsApp has begun rolling out its new username feature, with some users able to and others seeing the feature activated. In other service news, iCloud+ subscription prices have increased in several countries, following earlier price hikes in the US and other markets. The value of Apple One subscriptions in summer 2026 is being re-evaluated after recent price adjustments to Apple Music and some Apple One tiers are noted.

Enterprise and Security

A new mac OS malware, ClickFix to enterprise fleets. In a move to enhance AI security, the password management app 1Password has added support for Claude, allowing the AI service to access credentials without seeing them directly is detailed.

Industry and Manufacturing

Apple's chip supplier, TSMC, has for its US chip investments, bringing its total commitment to $265 billion. Separately, the European Commission has formally ordered Google to provide rival AI apps with the same Android access as its own Gemini service is reported.

Promotions and Content

Mac Rumors readers have a chance to win a MacBook Neo and color-matched Satechi accessories in a new giveaway is announced. Apple TV has released the first trailer for its upcoming docuseries, ‘The Dynasty: UConn Huskies,’ ahead of its debut next month is shown.

Legal and Pricing

Apple's ongoing antitrust case with the US Justice Department before going to trial, with early discussions reportedly underway. The company's recent higher pricing strategies are being questioned, prompting a poll on user responses to permanent price increases is posed.