Apple News 3 Days

Last updated: July 21, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

Apple's Software Updates and New Features

Apple released the fourth developer beta of iOS, continuing to refine the upcoming operating system ahead of its September launch. This beta includes a new "Automatic Downloads" feature within the Apple TV app. Additionally, mac OS 27 Golden Gate has also received its fourth beta, introducing what appears to be a hidden popover interface for Siri that surfaces Writing Tools and contextual actions when text is selected. Apple also seeded release candidates for iOS 26.6 and iPad OS 26.6, indicating progress towards their official release. For developers, Test Flight was updated with a search field to help locate beta.

Hardware and Service Rumors and Developments

Rumors suggest Apple is prototyping a larger iPhone display, potentially measuring around 6.96 inches, which could be marketed as a 7-inch panel. The company is also reportedly planning to wind down its "iPhone Upgrade Program" with the imminent launch of a new "Apple Upgrade" leasing program, which will partner with Klarna. This new program aims to offer a pay-as-you-go option for device acquisition. In terms of hardware design, Apple has been researching ways to add a handle or removable dock to the iMac to improve portability.

Legal Battles and Security Updates

Apple has lost its bid to overturn a $634 million patent verdict from Masimo, and a request for a new trial was. In security news, a vulnerability in Hide My Email that could expose a user's real email address has been patched, though reports indicate the flaw persisted for some time after Apple claimed it was fixed. A new Mac threat, Click Lock Stealer, has emerged, hijacking system behavior to coerce users into surrendering passwords.

Content and Services Expansion

Apple TV+ has released a trailer for the second season of "Women in Blue" and is set to premiere a new film from the director of "CODA" about disability activist Judy Heumann. Apple Music is being integrated into over two million Volvo vehicles via an over-the-air update, with options for up to three months free. Apple Care+ in Japan is expanding its offerings with new theft and loss coverage and.

Developer Tools and App Updates

Claude Code's Mac app has been updated to allow users to test iOS apps within an interactive simulator pane, provided Xcode with the iOS platform is installed. Apple has also released new developer betas for vision OS 27 and tv OS, continuing the testing cycle for these platforms. The App Store saw a significant surge in new app releases during the first half of 2026, nearly doubling the number from all of 2025, though downloads only increased by 2%.

Deals and Pricing

Several deals on Apple products are currently available. The iPhone Air is seeing discounts of $160 off during Best Buy's Black Friday in July event. Air Pods Pro 3 are available for $199.99, and Air Pods 4 are priced at $99. Air Tag 2 is at an all-time low price of $22 each and $89 for a four-pack. M5 MacBook Pro models are discounted by up to $400 at B&H. The A16 iPad is on sale for $399.00 on Amazon.

Other Apple News

Apple's principal chipmaker, TSMC, plans to increase prices by up to 10% in 2027. Apple is also reportedly testing a new AI-powered "Live Notes" feature at Genius Bar locations, which transcribes customer conversations, raising concerns among employees regarding monitoring and evaluation. The company has also been expanding its real estate footprint, leasing a 126,000-square-foot office.