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Apple has advised its retail employees to expect a "major rush" of customers this week according to Mark Gurman macrumors.com. The iPhone 17e 9to5mac.com is expected to launch with a doubled base storage compared to its predecessor iPhone 16e macrumors.com. The new iPhone will also feature Mag Safe. A case for the iPhone 16e appleinsider.com will still fit the new model.
Apple is working on a foldable iPad macrumors.com, with a potential release date by 2029. The next generation iPad Pro macrumors.com is expected to feature a vapor chamber cooling system.
Apple Software Updates
Apple's Siri macrumors.com may leverage Google's Gemini to power future versions. WWDC appleinsider.com 2026 is expected to introduce Core AI as a replacement for Core ML.
Apple Accessories
New seasonal colors have arrived for Apple accessories macrumors.com, including iPhone cases and Apple Watch bands. Amazon is offering discounts on AirPods 4 9to5mac.com with Active Noise Cancellation and Apple Watch Series 11 macrumors.com models.
Mac and Display News
Apple will update the MacBook Air macrumors.com with an OLED display in its 2028 model. Stores are preparing for a significant number of physical product launches, with the new MacBook appleinsider.com getting its own table. Alotogic Clarity Touch 6K monitor appleinsider.com is a high-resolution display option.
Other Apple News
Apple is working with Ritter Sport to offer an Apple Music macrumors.com promotion. Some users in the UK saw an age verification prompt in iOS 26.4 beta, but Apple 9to5mac.com says it was a bug.
Deals and Discounts
Amazon has brought back discounts on the iPad mini macrumors.com, starting at $399. AirPods 4 ANC macrumors.com are available at a low price on Amazon.
Industry Analysis
Apple may have under-invested in data centers appleinsider.com, which could lead to increased reliance on Google. 9to5Mac 9to5mac.com is excited about Apple's affordable MacBook.
Third-Party Products
ESR has launched a new lineup of iPad accessories 9to5mac.com. There are a ton of smart trackers flooding the market, but the new Air Tags 9to5mac.com still have some problems.
App Store News
Claude 9to5mac.com has reached #1 on the App Store.
Security and Tech
Apple Wallet 9to5mac.com has a new credit card feature.