Apple News 3 Days

Last updated: July 9, 2026, 5:31 PM ET

AI and Software Updates

Anthropic is adding a "Reflect" feature to its Claude AI, which functions similarly to Spotify Wrapped, allowing users to review their interaction history. OpenAI is discontinuing its standalone desktop browser, Chat GPT Atlas, in favor of the newer Chat GPT desktop application. Apple is reportedly exploring ways to run larger AI models directly on iPhones, having met with Prism ML to discuss integrating their technology. In other software news, iOS 27 beta 3 includes new features for the Messages app, making it smarter and less annoying, and also adds nine new languages and accents to Apple Translate. The Messages app in iOS 27 receives numerous quality-of-life improvements, and the system-level RAW image processing engine is overhauled with machine learning for better detail and noise reduction. iOS 27 beta 3 also makes it easier to adjust Air Pods Adaptive mode intensity and hints at car key support for Lucid and Xiaomi vehicles.

Apple TV+ and Content

Apple TV will have a significant presence at Comic Con 2026, hosting a two-hour panel and offering a first look at upcoming content. The lineup for the event includes previews for "Silo," "Dark Matter," and "Widow's Bay." Apple TV has also released the first trailer for "There’s No Place Like Home, Snoopy." The premiere episode of "Trying" season 5 is now available, and the drama series "Nocturne," starring Liev Schreiber, has a confirmed premiere date. Furthermore, Apple TV has secured a record 89 nominations for the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards. In sports news, Apple and MLB have announced the August schedule for "Friday Night Baseball" on Apple TV. Meanwhile, TV Time users can now migrate their data to Just Watch, as TV Time prepares to shut down next week.

iPhone and Hardware Developments

India's import duty reductions on key smartphone components are making iPhone manufacturing more attractive. However, component cost increases for the iPhone 18 Pro Max suggest potential price hikes for that model, with reports indicating it could be noticeably thicker than the iPhone 17 Pro. Despite rumors of delays, supply chain sources indicate that the iPhone Fold and iPhone Ultra remain on track for production and a September release. Apple is also reportedly working on a second-generation iPhone Air, aiming for an 11% battery capacity boost. In other hardware news, Apple has stopped signing older iOS versions for some legacy iPhone and iPad models, limiting downgrade options. The company has also agreed to pay $250 million to settle a U.S. class action lawsuit regarding Siri.

Macs, iPads, and Accessories

Apple's Mac shipments have grown, bucking the broader PC market decline, according to IDC data. Deals are available on MacBook Pro models, with a 16-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro with 48GB of RAM discounted by $550, and other M5 Pro MacBook Pro models seeing discounts of up to $449. The 512GB MacBook Neo is also on sale at Amazon for $689.99, and M5 MacBook Air models are available with a $150 discount. Amazon is also offering discounts of up to $130 on Wi-Fi iPad Mini 7 models. In accessory news, Beats charging cables are now available in "Power Pink." Apple is testing memory chips from CXMT, a supplier black-listed by the U.S. government, to potentially ease RAM pricing issues, though this is seen as a temporary solution. Apple will also drop support for encrypted Mac OS Extended drives with mac OS.

Apple Services and Legal Matters

Apple has lost a major antitrust appeal in Europe, with all three of its claims being rejected. The company must continue to age-verify iPhone users in Texas following the Supreme Court's denial of a request to pause enforcement. Apple has also asked a judge to pause proceedings in its legal battle with Epic Games while the Supreme Court reviews part of the case. A federal judge has dismissed most claims in a proposed class action lawsuit concerning a condensation defect in Air Pods Max. JP Morgan has increased its price target for Apple's stock to $345, citing confidence in long-term revenue despite RAM cost increases. The company's Air Pods lineup is strong, with rumors circulating about future releases, and new beta firmware is being tested for Air Pods Pro 2 with iOS 27 features. iCloud+ subscribers with a 2TB plan will be required to use new AI features in the Home app.

Other Tech News

Strava has introduced an "Events" tab for discovering local races and group activities. Duck Duck Go's browser now blocks most YouTube ads on iPhone and Mac. Sonos, Sony, and Anker are among brands featured in a large accessory sale on Amazon. The Apolosign 32-inch Smart Portable TV is reviewed, noted as a cool but less ideal option for Apple users due to an omission. Nintendo is ending service for its "Mario Kart Tour" mobile game. Pocket Casts has updated with three new features, including Car Play chapter artwork. Notion has launched a new iPhone app called "Agents" after discontinuing "Notion Mail." Lamborghini has released an Apple Vision Pro app offering an immersive look at its car models.