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Last updated: July 21, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

Apple's Leasing Programs and Device Management

Apple is reportedly winding down its long-standing as it prepares to launch a new "Apple Upgrade" leasing program next week, partnering with Klarna for a U.S. rollout on July 28th according to Bloomberg. This new pay-as-you-go plan, which had been in place for over a decade. Further expanding its device management capabilities, code found in the iOS 27 beta suggests Apple may if customers fall behind on payments. Meanwhile, Best Buy is offering a promotional all iPhone Air models during its Black Friday in July event.

Upcoming iPhone and iMac Designs

Anticipation is building for Apple's next smartphone releases, with the iPhone 18 Pro and companion models expected to be unveiled this fall. Rumors indicate that the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max will feature display upgrades in two key areas, though screen sizes are expected to remain consistent with predecessors according to 9to5Mac. Additionally, Apple is reportedly testing a larger iPhone display, potentially measuring around 6.96 inches and marketed as a 7-inch panel for a 20th-anniversary model according to Mac Rumors. In a nod to portability, future iMac models may incorporate a to improve ease of carrying. The iPhone Air 2 is also in development, with potential improvements addressing limitations of the current model as reported by 9to5Mac.

iOS and mac OS Updates and Security

Apple continues to refine its operating systems, with iOS 27 beta 4 introducing a new "Automatic Downloads" feature to the Apple TV app as detailed by 9to5Mac. iOS 27 also includes a rebuilt search architecture for Siri AI, requiring iPhones running the beta to undergo a re-indexing process according to Mac Rumors. On the mac OS front, users looking to exit the mac OS Golden Gate beta must and reinstall the previous version. A significant quality-of-life improvement in mac OS 27 Golden Gate involves a fix for the Messages app when logging into accounts reports 9to5Mac.

Hide My Email Vulnerability and Fixes

A vulnerability in Apple's Hide My Email feature, which could expose a user's actual Apple Account address, has been a subject of ongoing reports. While Apple stated it had fixed the issue on or around July 3rd, a reproduction of the flaw was achieved two weeks after the claimed repair date according to Apple Insider. Further reports indicate that Apple addressed this vulnerability more than a year after it was initially reported, following coverage by 404 Media as noted by Mac Rumors.

Apple TV+ Content and App Updates

Apple TV+ is gearing up for the second season of "Women in Blue," having released the trailer just weeks before its premiere. Additionally, a new film from Ben Stiller, titled "The Dink," is set to debut on Apple TV+, with reviews already available for the comedy. In app updates, Apple Invites has been enhanced with two new features for RSVP management, allowing hosts and guests to react with emoji. Test Flight has also been updated, now featuring a search field to quickly locate beta-tested apps, alongside performance improvements and bug fixes according to Mac Rumors.

Other Apple News and Industry Trends

Apple highlighted a success story of its Apple Watch SOS feature, showcasing a man who utilized the function after a mountain biking accident as shared by Mac Rumors. In other industry news, Apple's primary chip manufacturer, TSMC, is reportedly planning price increases of up to 10% starting in 2027. The Apple Card, launched seven years ago, now sees Samsung entering the fintech space with a similar credit card offering reports Apple Insider. In a move mirroring Apple's strategy, Meta has quietly released an iPhone app that utilizes AI to create personalized children's stories as noted by 9to5Mac. Meanwhile, a potential merger between HBO Max and Paramount+ may not proceed as planned.