Apple News 3 Days

Last updated: July 23, 2026, 2:30 AM ET

Here's your Verge-style news briefing:

iOS 27 and Software Updates

Apple is continuing its beta testing cycle for upcoming software releases, with the fourth developer betas for iOS 27, mac OS, tv OS, watch OS, vision OS, and iPad OS 27 now available. The latest iOS 27 beta and continues to refine the major Siri AI upgrade. References within the iOS 27 code also suggest the potential for an. Meanwhile, release candidates for iOS 26.6 and iPad OS 26.6 have been seeded, alongside the release candidate for mac OS Tahoe 26.6. Users experiencing Mac beach balls or unresponsive trackpads on mac OS 26.5 may find a fix for the issue.

New Hardware and Product Rumors

The next generation of Apple hardware is taking shape, with the and Pro Max reportedly entering mass production ahead of a September launch. These models are rumored to feature a variable-aperture camera and a new A20 chip with two major upgrades. Apple is also reportedly prototyping a larger iPhone display, potentially a 7-inch model for a 20th-anniversary device. In the Mac lineup, a new iMac is expected this year, with a model featuring an OLED display also in development, and the next Mac Mini may feature. A second-generation iPhone Air is also in the works, potentially addressing current model limitations.

Apple's Services and Retail

Apple is preparing to launch a new "Apple Upgrade" leasing program in the U.S. on Tuesday, July 28, which will. This new program, a partnership with Klarna, has raised concerns about potential restrictions on leased devices if payments are missed, as indicated by code found in the iOS 27 beta. In retail news, four Apple Stores in the U.S. are undergoing relocations this month. The Apple Park Visitor Center is also currently undergoing an "update in progress."

App and Feature Updates

The Apple Store app may soon feature an to aid users in their purchasing decisions. iOS 27 is bringing a host of new features to Apple Wallet, including a new feature exclusive to Apple Card that is described as a. Users will also be able to create their own digital passes from membership barcodes within the Wallet app. WhatsApp is rolling out significant updates, including a standalone iPad app setup without needing another device, a new Car Play experience, and an update to its Mac app with the Liquid Glass redesign. Adobe is bringing Acrobat integration directly to WhatsApp Web, allowing users to view and annotate PDFs within chats.

Apple TV+ and Content

Apple TV+ has announced two high-profile new shows in development, including a comedy with significant talent attached and an adaptation of a popular romance novel. The streaming service is also set to premiere a new film from the director of "CODA," a biopic about disability activist Judy Heumann, and has released the trailer for the second season of "Women in Blue." The comedy "Ted Lasso" may also see a revival, with its star hoping for two more seasons.

Legal and Industry News

Apple has from Masimo, and a new trial has also been denied. In a separate matter, U.S. lawmakers have asked President Trump to investigate the EU's "anti-American" Digital Markets Act, which targets large tech companies. Separately, Apple's principal chipmaker, TSMC, plans to raise prices by up to 10% starting in 2027. Meta has also quietly released a new AI iPhone app that creates personalized children's stories.