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

Apple Software and Services Updates

iOS 27 is set to introduce several new iCloud capabilities across various apps, including Apple Home and Siri. The upcoming operating system will also bring a new feature to the Phone app that is already a favorite among testers. For the Apple Watch, watch OS 27 will launch with a proactive battery extension notification feature designed to improve battery life. On the Mac front, mac OS 27 is reportedly reworking the Mail app's compose window to integrate Apple Intelligence's Writing Tools and Siri AI. Apple Pay is also receiving an upgrade with four new features aimed at enhancing the shopping experience.

New Hardware Rumors and Developments

A "MacBook Ultra" is anticipated to launch soon, marking the first significant redesign for Apple's high-end MacBook in five years, and is expected to include twelve new features. Rumors suggest that Apple's first foldable iPhone, the "iPhone Ultra," will arrive this fall with six new features. In a related development, Apple is reportedly seeking a 20% price cut on OLED panels for the iPhone 18 Pro Max, as the costs of other components like memory chips continue to rise.

Legal and Security Matters

Apple has agreed to pay $250 million to settle a U.S. class action lawsuit concerning Siri. Separately, a federal judge has ordered an iPhone exploit to be taken offline following arguments that it constituted more than independent security research. Cybersecurity researchers have also identified a way to bypass mac OS security, potentially allowing trusted Mac applications to be swapped for malware, though the exploit requires specific conditions to be met. A new lawsuit has been filed after an unpatchable exploit affecting Apple's A12 and A13 chips was revealed.

Supply Chain and Industry Relations

Micron is reportedly urging the Trump administration to block Apple's plans to use memory chips from Chinese suppliers. The United States has implemented new 10% tariffs on goods imported from 60 countries, impacting Apple's supply chain with no clear exemptions.

Other Apple News and Acquisitions

A working 1977 Apple-1 computer is expected to be auctioned for at least $300,000, potentially costing the winner as much as 275 iPhone 17 Pros. Firefighters responded to an outdoor fire at an Apple-leased building near Apple Park, though reports suggest major damage claims are exaggerated. Additionally, the Hide My Email service has experienced issues, though they are reportedly not as significant as portrayed.

Third-Party Software and Services

WhatsApp is testing new message bubbles on iOS following its recent Liquid Glass redesign rollout. Pastebot, a popular Mac clipboard manager, has been updated to version, offering improved organization and automation tools. Meta has introduced a free "Facebook Verified" badge to confirm genuine users. Anthropic's Claude voice mode has been updated to support its more powerful Opus and Sonnet models.