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Last updated: July 24, 2026, 11:30 AM ET

iPhone Security and Tariffs

An unpatchable boot ROM vulnerability affecting Apple's A12 and A13 chips has sparked a legal battle after its details were published by cybersecurity firm Paradigm Shift. Meanwhile, new U.S. tariffs of 10%, with no clear exemptions for goods imported from numerous countries where iPhones are manufactured. Separately, dispatch records from an outdoor fire reported near Apple Park on July 23, with firefighters responding to a blaze at an adjacent Apple-leased building.

Apple Services and Content

Apple TV+ subscribers, with new episodes coming in August. The streamer is also set to conclude its first prestige drama, "The Morning Show," in 2027, while also announcing a new eight-part dating docuseries featuring Esther Perel. Apple Pay users, with a promotion offering $20 off purchases of $120 or more. The Emergency SOS via satellite feature has expanded to Andorra and Iceland, now available on iPhone 14 and newer models in those countries.

Mac and iOS Updates

New Macs are, including the first touchscreen MacBook and devices powered by M6 chips. A 14-inch MacBook Pro with an M5 Pro chip and 48GB of RAM is currently available for $2,699, a $400 discount, though supply is limited. Trusted Mac apps through a researcher-discovered method that bypasses mac OS security. iOS 27 continues to roll out with performance improvements, including optimizations for system animations and Air Drop, and and Photos. Driver's licenses and IDs for use in Apple Wallet on iPhones and Apple Watches.

AI and Competitor News

Meta has, a free badge to confirm real users on the platform. Anthropic has updated Claude's voice mode to support its Opus and Sonnet models. OpenAI is facing multiple legal challenges: a district judge accusing OpenAI of using stolen intellectual property, and the company is also being sued after Chat GPT allegedly used religious faith to dissuade a man from seeking medical attention. Separately, Chat GPT and Codex are experiencing downtime for some users, while OpenAI is updating its desktop app with GPT Voice mode for work-related tasks.

Industry Rumors and Reviews

Apple is reportedly seeking a 20% price cut on OLED panels for the iPhone 18 Pro Max due to rising component costs. The iPhone 18 Pro is expected in a couple of months, with some suggesting it could lead to a 25% share of foldable smartphone shipments in 2026. A new Apple Card feature in iOS 27 is being highlighted, prompting users to check their banking apps for important settings. The Keychron Q6 HE 8K, a mechanical keyboard with magnetic switches, is considered a solid option for Mac users. Geekbench 7 has been released with overhauled performance tests for CPU, GPU, and AI workloads.