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Last updated: August 6, 2026, 11:31 AM ET

Apple's Upcoming Devices and Software Updates

Apple's newest line of smartphones and smartwatches launches tomorrow, making today the last chance to get pre-order discounts on these devices. iOS 27 includes hints about the new iPhone Ultra, but it also points to an all-new Apple Home product likely launching soon. The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are expected to launch next month, with a similar design to their predecessors but with 12 new features. Apple's first foldable iPhone, rumored to be called the iPhone Ultra, sounds very deserving of its name based on current speculation. RAM supply are reportedly slowing the assembly of the iPhone 18 Pro, indicating a potential bottleneck in production for Apple's new processor. Apple's upcoming September event for the iPhone launch will not be a live-presented event, continuing the trend of pre-recorded presentations. iPad OS 27 is set to launch next month with new features in apps like Notes, and users are already enjoying two new additions. iOS 27 will offer four new ways to customize your iPhone's Lock Screen, including new settings for wallpapers and more. Siri AI major highlight of iOS 27 and mac OS Golden Gate, will only be available on newer Apple devices. Apple is also preparing smart home updates, with a new Home Pod mini expected soon.

Apple's Ecosystem and Services

Apple Arcade added Madden NFL 27 Arcade Edition, which is now available on Mac and Apple TV. Apple has expanded support for the Apple Account Card in the Wallet app to Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, and Malta. The high-profile television version of Tom Wolfe's "The Bonfire of the Vanities" will reportedly no longer be made for Apple TV due to creative differences. series Ted Lasso is back, with the first episode of season 4 available to stream today, three years after the season 3 finale. Apple has updated its U.S. trade-in estimates, raising values for most iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch models. Amazon is offering up to $190 off multiple models of the M5 MacBook Air, presenting some of the best deals since its price hike. Apple's powerhouse MacBook Pro with an M5 Max chip and a 40-core GPU is currently $500 off, marking the largest discount available for that model. owners can now enjoy Apple Car Play on Crest and Balise pontoon boats.

Deals and Discounts on Apple Products

Today is the last day for pre-order discounts on Samsung's newest smartphones and smartwatches, with offers of up to $350 in Amazon gift cards. Summer Apple sales at Amazon and Walmart are offering discounts of up to $172 off SE, Series, and Ultra 3 styles. Amazon is currently offering deals on the Apple Watch Ultra 3 with savings of $99.

Security and Software Concerns

The most blatant security backdoor yet found in an internet router has been discovered in a range of models sold under multiple brand names. Apple's paid protection feature, iCloud Private Relay, which promises to keep user IP addresses masked, is reportedly leaking real IP addresses according to security researchers. Scammers are circulating a fake Uber email claiming that your payment method has expired, attempting to steal your payment information. Even though now supports RCS for iMessage conversations on Android, the risky Sunbird app is making a comeback to encourage users to route their messages through it.

Third-Party Integrations and AI

Adobe is unifying its Chat GPT integrations into a new plugin that offers over 70 tools spanning photo editing, video, design, and PDFs. Meta has launched Muse Code, a terminal coding agent available for mac OS, with pricing up to 20 times less if users allow Meta to train on their data. new EU transparency requirements for AI-generated content take effect, WhatsApp is developing a feature that will allow channel admins to flag AI-generated media.

Other Technology News

Disney could introduce a free, ad-supported tier for Disney+ in the future, according to comments made by Disney CEO Josh D'Amaro. Apple's attempt to use Chinese memory maker CXMT as leverage against Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix has reportedly backfired, resulting in the Korean chipmakers gaining more pricing power. A new study suggests that wearing an Apple Vision Pro during certain surgeries is superior to existing medical equipment. DIY smart security company Abode has expanded its Apple Home-compatible lineup with two new sensors for monitoring garage doors, gates, and sheds.