Apple News 24-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: October 18, 2026, 8:10 PM ET
Product Launches
Apple is reportedly lining up four straight Friday launches, with OLED MacBook Pro models and a 14-inch Mac among the expected releases. A touchscreen MacBook could debut on November 6, marking Apple's first touch display on a Mac notebook.
iPhone Duo
Apple published the battery capacity for the iPhone Duo in an EU energy label, while Mark Gurman says the company made a major mistake with pre-orders given expected severe supply constraints. Retail staff have reportedly been told to discourage walk-in purchases of the device.
Home Products
Apple is planning a higher-end HomeView Max with a 9-inch, 360-degree screen, and a robot-arm follow-up is rumored for 2027.
Retail & Pricing
A refresh of Apple Stores on November 6 strongly hints at the OLED MacBook Pro launch. Meanwhile, the 2026 Mac Studio is available for $2,299 after a $200 discount at Amazon.
Products & Reviews
The Apple Watch Series 12 is a strong upgrade, though the reviewer misses one software feature.
Legal & Security
Apple hired a former Meta lawyer to oversee global litigation. A Macau Apple Store damage arrest and a Florida robbery tied to an iPhone transaction were also reported in the crime blotter.
Coming Up
Apple's OLED MacBook Pro and touchscreen MacBook are expected November 6, the same day Apple Stores undergo a reset.