Apple News 24 Hours

Last updated: August 12, 2026, 5:57 PM ET

iPhone Lineup

Apple’s upcoming iPhone lineup is shaping up across multiple models. A comprehensive comparison pits the iPhone 17 Pro against Google’s new Pixel 11 Pro. Apple has secured lower display prices for the iPhone 18 Pro amid a component shortage. Supplier Pegatron confirmed the standard iPhone 18 won’t launch until early 2027. When it arrives, it could pack 12GB of RAM and a redesigned Dynamic Island — two Pro-level upgrades previously reserved for higher-end models. Looking further ahead, the iPhone 20 Pro will feature slightly larger bezel-free displays while retaining familiar aspect ratios. Leaked screen protectors for the rumored iPhone Ultra reveal distinctive asymmetric corners. A separate leak suggests its two selfie cameras could sit in the same corner of the device. Despite cancellation rumors, a prominent leaker claims the all-glass 2027 iPhone is still on track for next year.

Apple Watch & Software

Apple continues to refine its software experience across devices. watchOS 27 will add dedicated Siri and Find My apps to the Apple Watch. A newly published Apple patent describes a real-time system for improving notification summaries and the “Reduce Interruptions” Focus mode. iOS 27 introduces an extra-large Calendar widget that has quickly become a standout Home Screen upgrade. For health tracking, adjusting sleep score settings on the Apple Watch makes the built-in feature far more useful. Apple is also developing a system to authenticate iPhone photos, with references found in the latest iOS 27 beta.

Apple TV+ & Entertainment

Apple’s streaming service is expanding its slate. Apple’s senior vice president of services Eddy Cue hinted at a long future for Ted Lasso beyond its upcoming fourth season. Creator Vince Gilligan revealed that Pluribus season 2 has hit a major writing milestone, with filming expected to begin in late 2027. The hit fishing management sim Dave the Diver will splash onto iPhone, iPad, and Mac on September 17. Finally, the second season of Women in Blue (Las Azules) has premiered on Apple TV+, with the first episode now available to stream.

AI & Privacy

Several developments highlight the growing intersection of AI and user privacy. Anthropic’s Claude Chrome side panel has evolved into a full Cowork session, allowing browser-based tasks and conversations to follow users across Claude’s other apps. Twitch now lets streamers opt out of having their broadcasts, clips, and other channel content used to train Amazon’s generative AI models. Meanwhile, Raycast introduced a Screen Awareness feature that brings context from the user’s active window directly into its AI Chat interface.

Business & Supply Chain

Apple’s business operations face notable shifts. Foxconn, Apple’s longtime primary iPhone assembler, now earns less than 29% of its revenue from Apple as AI-related business surpasses iPhone assembly. Apple has hired former American Airlines executive Nick Gatten as its new vice president of government affairs. Meanwhile, MacBook Air shortages are worsening across retail partners due to ongoing supply constraints. Amazon has restocked the M4 Mac mini at $999, with some configurations on sale. In regulatory news, an Apple billboard showing a toddler holding an iPhone has drawn criticism in Italy, leading the country’s children’s rights watchdog to refer the ad to three regulators. On the ecosystem front, Microsoft Edge is testing support for signing in with an Apple Account, bypassing the need for a Microsoft account.

Services & Features

Apple continues to enhance its services and built-in features. The official MLB app for iPhone now offers improved Car Play integration and deeper Live Activity support for following games in real time. Code discovered in Apple’s backend suggests Apple Wallet will soon allow customers to save trade-in quotes for up to 90 days, making device upgrades more flexible. With back-to-school season underway, parents are being urged to revisit screen time limits for their children, as stressed families may adopt more relaxed rules during summer.

Deals & Discounts

Several Apple products and accessories are seeing significant discounts. Amazon is offering the M5 Pro MacBook Pro at up to $540 off, along with Air Pods Pro 3 at nearly 25% off and the M5 MacBook Air starting at $1,099. A separate roundup of back-to-school accessory deals highlights savings on Anker, Sony, Samsung, and other brands available on Amazon.

Fitness & Hardware Accessories

New hardware options are catering to fitness and charging needs. The BowFlex T6 treadmill brings Apple Gym Kit support to a home treadmill for the first time at a relatively accessible $999 price point. Sonos is preparing an upgraded Ace Ultra model with an AI voice assistant, positioning the over‑ear headphones as a direct rival to Air Pods Max. Satechi has launched the Charge View 240W Desktop Charger, which splits 240W across six USB-C ports for powering multiple devices simultaneously.