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Last updated: July 19, 2026, 2:30 AM ET

iPhone and iOS Updates

Apple's iPhone loyalty rate has climbed to 87% in the first quarter of 2026, according to new research from CIRP. The upcoming iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are expected in two months, with a similar design to their predecessors but featuring 12 new capabilities. However, one report suggests consumers might not need to wait for the iPhone 18 Pro, as the base model iPhone 18 won't be making an appearance. Apple has released the first public betas of iOS 27 and mac OS Golden Gate, expanding testing to a wider audience. Users can now access a new iPhone Recovery Assistant screen in iOS, eliminating the need for a Mac or PC to recover a malfunctioning device. For those who have installed the iOS 27 Beta and wish to revert, a guide on how to downgrade from iOS 27 Beta to iOS 26 is available.

Apple's Market Position and Services

Apple has once again surpassed Nvidia to claim the title of the world's most valuable publicly traded company, with its market valuation exceeding Nvidia's. Despite this surge, Apple has been implementing price increases across its hardware and services, with these hikes costly and unwelcome. In other Apple ecosystem news, the Car Keys feature is reportedly expanding to support future GWM Tank SUVs made by Chinese manufacturer Great Wall Motor.

Third-Party App and Developer News

WhatsApp has begun rolling out its new username feature to some users who have reserved their desired names. YouTube is aware of an issue affecting both iPhone and Android users where picture-in-picture (PiP) mode is not activating when the app is closed. In a positive development for independent developers, the app "Passable" has been highlighted for making it easy to share contact information via Apple Wallet. On the smart home front, the Switch Bot RGBICWW ceiling light has arrived, offering hardwired Matter lighting integration with Apple HomeKit.

Security and Privacy Concerns

A San Francisco City Attorney has issued cease-and-desist letters to both Apple and Google, demanding the removal of 13 AI "face-swap" apps capable of generating nonconsensual nude images. Simultaneously, a new mac OS malware called Click Fix is posing a potential backdoor threat to enterprise fleets. In a broader privacy context, a guide offers advice on how to remove personal data from the internet, reflecting on how users might approach their online privacy differently if they could.

Promotions and Media

Mac Rumors is hosting a giveaway in partnership with Satechi, offering readers a chance to win a MacBook Neo Plus along with a set of color-matched Satechi accessories. The latest episode of The Mac Rumors Show looks ahead to the 20th anniversary of the iPhone, discussing potential major upgrades for next year's models that.