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Last updated: July 19, 2026, 5:30 AM ET

Apple's Ecosystem and Hardware

Apple's Car is expanding to include TANK SUVs from Chinese manufacturer Great Wall Motor, as indicated by recent code changes in Apple's Wallet app backend. In other hardware news of up to $400 on select 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models featuring M5, M5 Pro, and M5 Max chips. Meanwhile, MacRumors hosting for a MacBook Neo and a set of color-matched Satechi accessories.

Software Updates and Betas

released first of iOS 27 and mac OS Golden Gate this week, making the latest operating system updates available to a wider audience. For users experiencing issues with the iOS 27 beta, a guide on downgrading to iOS 26 is available. The iOS 27 update also introduces a new Recovery Assistant feature for iPhones, allowing devices to boot into recovery mode without a Mac or PC.

Industry Trends and Financials

iPhone loyalty has reached a high of 87% in the first quarter of 2026, according to research firm CIRP, indicating a slowdown in users switching to Android. Apple also as the world's most valuable publicly traded company, surpassing Nvidia in market valuation. This comes amidst a backdrop of, with June's hardware price hikes being just the beginning of a broader trend.

App Store and Developer News

Apple and Google have received cease-and-desist letters from a San Francisco City Attorney demanding the removal of 13 AI "face-swap" apps capable of generating nonconsensual explicit images. On a more positive note, the indie app 'Passable' is highlighted for its ability to through Apple Wallet. In smart home news is becoming more prevalent with the arrival of Switch Bot's RGBICWW ceiling light.

Upcoming iPhones and App Features

The iPhone 18 are expected to launch in approximately two months, with the Pro models anticipated to feature significant upgrades, though the base iPhone 18 model is reportedly not being released. Separately, WhatsApp has begun rolling out a new to select users. Meanwhile, a new mac OS malware, dubbed Click Fix, has emerged, posing a potential backdoor threat to enterprise fleets.

Other Tech and Privacy

YouTube's picture-in-picture is currently experiencing issues on both iPhone and Android devices, preventing it from activating when the app is closed. The article also touches on broader privacy concerns, offering advice on how to. The Mac Rumors Show podcast this week is discussing potential major upgrades for next year's iPhone models.