Apple News 3 Days

Last updated: July 10, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

AI and Hardware Developments

Apple has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, accusing the company of stealing trade secrets and intellectual property to develop its own AI hardware device accused OpenAI. Separately, Apple accounted for approximately 90% of all Edge AI-capable smartwatch shipments in the first quarter of 2026, according to data from Counterpoint Research. Apple is also reportedly exploring methods to run significantly larger AI models directly on iPhones, meeting with Prism ML to discuss their technology. In related AI news, Anthropic is highlighting Claude Code's in-app browser on the desktop, and OpenAI is discontinuing its dedicated web browser, Chat GPT Atlas pulling the plug.

Mac and iPad Updates

Mac shipments are showing growth, with IDC reporting Apple as the only major PC vendor to achieve significant shipment growth in Q2 2026 while the broader market declined. Apple has announced that mac OS 28 will no longer support encrypted Mac OS Extended (HFS+) volumes, impacting external drives no longer support. Deals are available on Mac hardware, including $150 off M5 MacBook Air models on Amazon and a $550 markdown on the 16-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro with 48GB RAM discounted to $3,049.99. Amazon also offers a $689.99 price for the 512GB MacBook Neo knocked the price. A higher-end LG 32-inch Ultra Fine evo 6K Thunderbolt 5 monitor is available for $700 off, making it cheaper than Apple's Studio Display. The iVANKY Fusion Dock Ultra is designed for Mac workflows with Thunderbolt 5 connectivity is designed.

iPhone and iOS Features

The bill of materials for the iPhone 18 Pro Max is projected to increase by nearly $300 compared to the iPhone 17 Pro expected to rise. Apple has reportedly lowered demand forecasts for the standard iPhone 17 due to rising hardware costs. iOS 27 is set to introduce several new Car Play features to improve the in-car experience introducing several, and code within the iOS 27 beta suggests upcoming car key support for Lucid and Xiaomi vehicles suggests that Apple is preparing. iOS 27 also adds nine new languages and accents to Apple Translate and revamps the Messages app experience. The company is also facing an antitrust appeal loss in Europe, maintaining its status as a 'gatekeeper' lost a major.

Apple Watch and Wearables

Apple Watch is set to lose its Walkie-Talkie app with the watch OS 27 software update is losing. A useful, though somewhat hidden, Apple Watch feature for tracking healthy habits is noted as a valuable metric is one. In terms of AI capabilities, Apple Watch accounted for 90% of AI smartwatch shipments in Q1 2026. Deals include $99 off the Apple Watch Ultra 3.

Apple Services and Content

Apple TV is expanding its presence at San Diego Comic-Con, taking over Hall H for the first time with panels and previews for shows like "Widow's Bay" and "Silo" is taking over. The August schedule for "Friday Night Baseball" on Apple TV has been announced have announced. Apple TV is also offering free 4K upgrades for select TV show purchases. The first trailer for "There’s No Place Like Home, Snoopy" has been released on Apple TV has published. Apple TV received a record 89 Emmy nominations across major categories for the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards. The premiere of "Trying" season 5 is now streaming on Apple TV is now streaming.

Other Apple Ecosystem News

The LNDU HK01W smart lock brings Apple Home Key and Wi-Fi support to a budget-friendly option. Apple has updated App Store Connect to include new age rating questions for apps with social media features. Apple's move to JP Morgan Chase marks the first major change for Apple Card. Apple is stopping the signing of older iOS versions for several legacy iPhone and iPad models, preventing reinstallation or downgrades stopped signing. Apple has reportedly scrapped component development for a cheaper Apple Vision Pro, focusing instead on AI. The company's testing of memory chips from CXMT, a black-listed supplier, is seen as a temporary measure to address RAM pricing issues.

Third-Party App and Service Updates

Spotify has introduced new listening filters to make Release Radar more customizable. Spotify is also rolling out a highly requested feature after years of user feedback continuing to listen to users. Netflix is reportedly exploring an acquisition of the popular movie tracking and social media app Letterboxd exploring a sale. Netflix is also considering live TV and content bundles to address declining engagement, despite potential integration with the Apple TV app may be the solution. Duck Duck Go's browser now blocks most YouTube ads on iPhone and Mac by default. Strava has added an Events tab for discovering races and group runs have a new way. TV Time users can migrate their data to Just Watch before the app shuts down next week.

Industry and Market Trends

US restrictions on Apple's access to AI chips and data center equipment in the UAE have been eased, allowing eight US companies, including Apple, to import controlled technology without individual export licenses is among eight. Import duty cuts in India are making the country more attractive for iPhone manufacturing by lowering costs for assembly companies. Memory price increases are seen as negative for Android brands but potentially beneficial for Apple, which recently raised prices on many of its products increased the prices. Apple CEO Tim Cook and incoming CEO John Ternus were seen attending the Sun Valley Conference together are attending. Luxshare, a significant Apple supplier, saw its share listing set a new record before declining is one.