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Last updated: July 21, 2026, 2:30 AM ET

Software Updates and Betas

Apple released the fourth developer beta for iOS, featuring an "Automatic Downloads" option within the Apple TV app. This update continues Apple's refinement of iOS 27 ahead of its September launch and includes significant AI upgrades for Siri. Code within the iOS 27 beta also references an iPhone model. Alongside iOS, new fourth betas for mac OS 27 Golden Gate, tv OS, watch OS, and iPad OS 27 are now. Release candidates for iOS 26.6 and iPad OS 26.6 have also been seeded, along with the release candidate for mac OS Tahoe.. For older mac OS versions, sixth release candidates for mac OS Sonoma 14.8.8 and mac OS Sequoia 15.7.8 rolling out. Users experiencing issues with mac OS 26.5, such as beach balls or unresponsive trackpads, may find a solution in a recent fix. For those looking to revert from the mac OS Golden Gate beta, a full erasure and reinstallation of Tahoe is required.

App and Service Expansions

Volvo is integrating into the infotainment systems of over two million vehicles, offering up to three months of free access. iOS 27 is also set to introduce five new features for Apple Music, alongside enhancements for Apple Wallet and Calendar. The App Store has seen a surge in new applications, with nearly as many released in the first half of 2026 as in the entirety of 2025, though download increases were more modest at just 2%. Apple Sports has been updated to include additional soccer leagues from Asia and Europe, and the ability to. Separately, Amazon has impacted a key feature of Apple Wallet by changing how order tracking works, a feature that was recently enhanced by an.

Hardware and Industry Rumors

Rumors suggest the upcoming will feature the new A20 chip, promising two significant upgrades. A new iPad mini is also anticipated, marking its first update in two years with expected. Apple has reportedly shelved two Mac Pro models, including one that was Intel-based. In other hardware news, deals are available on various Apple products, including Air Pods Pro, Air Pods Max 2 at $100 off, Air Tag 2 at an all-time low of $89 for a four-pack, and M5 MacBook Pro models at $400 off. Apple is also expanding its physical footprint with the lease of a 126,000-square-foot office.

Content and Security

Apple TV+ is set to premiere a new film from the director of "CODA," focusing on disability activist Judy Heumann. In security news, a new Mac malware called Click Lock Stealer has been discovered, which reportedly makes Macs unusable until victims surrender. AI-generated content is becoming a growing concern on Apple Books, with some books reportedly "written" in a matter of hours. Regarding Apple's internal strategies, reporting suggests Apple may have intentionally excluded Jony Ive from its OpenAI lawsuit.

Other News

Samsung is launching its own credit card, the Samsung Galaxy Card, which mirrors aspects of the. Developers are preparing for game launches, with one noting the challenges of "crunch" and final preparations for release. Four Apple retail stores in the U.S. are relocating this month, albeit to nearby locations. A new Mag Safe power bank, the RORRY Flow, aims to consolidate charging needs for Apple devices. Finally, a podcast episode discusses ISP-provided routers, public betas, and new product launches.