Apple News 3 Days

Last updated: July 8, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

iOS 27 and Software Updates

Apple released beta for iOS, mac OS, and other operating systems. iOS 27 is and accents to Apple Translate, and the Messages app is getting smarter. Siri in iOS 27 beta 3 its voice, and the system-level RAW photo processing engine has been overhauled. Air Pods Pro 2 are with iOS 27 features, and Adaptive mode intensity for AirPods. watch OS 27. mac OS Golden Gate in its latest beta. Apple also for iOS 26.6, mac OS Tahoe 26.6, and others.

Hardware Rumors and Development

The Apple TV is reportedly due for a refresh in 2026. Development for a has been scrapped, with Apple reportedly shifting focus to AI. Component development for this lower-cost model is winding down. Apple is testing memory chips from CXMT, a supplier black-listed by the U.S. government, to address RAM pricing issues, though this is seen as a temporary fix. A second-generation iPhone Air is rumored to launch in spring 2027 with an. The iPhone 18 Pro could be than the iPhone 17 Pro, with battery capacities confirmed by regulatory filings in China. Some reports suggest the iPhone Ultra is and on track for a September release, with limited initial availability potentially being a feature rather than a bug as per reports.

App and Service Updates

TV show purchases on Apple TV. Apple is next year with mac OS. Apple's AI features that send data to Google Cloud to notify users and request permission. Chat GPT users will also receive warnings when AI prompts go to Google's servers. Lamborghini has with interactive full-size cars. The popular flight tracking app Flighty has added a new feature to help travelers with connecting flights. WhatsApp beta is to show when a contact is online.

Deals and Financials

Amazon is offering a, bringing its price down to $689.99. Multiple M5 MacBook Air models are on Amazon. The 16-inch MacBook Pro with an M5 Pro chip and 48GB of RAM is discounted to $3,049.99, a $550 markdown. B&H is clearing out M4 Pro MacBook Pro inventory, with prices as low as $1,799 and discounts up to $500. The Apple Watch Ultra 3 is on Amazon, starting at $699.99. iPad mini 7 Wi-Fi models are discounted by up to $130 on Amazon. JP Morgan has for Apple's stock to $345.

Legal and Industry News

Apple has in Europe. The company must continue to after the Supreme Court denied a request to pause enforcement of the law. Apple has asked a judge to pause proceedings in its legal battle with Epic Games while the Supreme Court reviews part of the case. Apple and Broadcom have through 2031. A federal judge has thrown out most claims in a proposed class action lawsuit accusing Air Pods Max of a condensation defect. Apple has bent to India's demands regarding card payments for App Store and iCloud users.

Other Noteworthy Items

Nintendo is ending service for its Mario Kart Tour mobile game. The Apolosign 32-inch Smart Portable TV is due to a key omission. Apple's Air Pods lineup is strong, but rumors about are circulating. Apple's M5 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro with 48GB RAM has seen a significant price drop to $3,049.99. The Apple TV 4K has not been updated since 2022 and is due for a refresh. Apple's Mac shipments have. Apple CEO Tim Cook and John Ternus attended the. Apple's M5 Pro MacBook Pro is discounted by $449, and MacBook Air models are. The Apple Watch accounted for in Q1 2026. An iPhone 17 Pro Max has been. Former iPod creator Tony Fadell believes that the choice of AI assistant.