Apple News 3 Days

Last updated: July 24, 2026, 2:30 AM ET

iOS 27 and System Updates

Apple released public for iOS 27 and iPad OS, offering users an early look at the upcoming software. A key feature in iOS 27 is the overhauled Siri AI, which is expected to launch this fall and has impressed beta testers. Performance improvements are also a focus in iOS, with optimizations for system animations and Air Drop speeds. The Messages app is receiving new features in iOS 27 as well, and the Photos app is getting a long-awaited upgrade. Code within the iOS 27 beta suggests that Apple may implement restrictions on leased devices for missed payments. In other software news, mac OS 27 is reportedly hiding a new 'Voice Pad' interface for Siri with 13 different voices in its latest beta, and mac OS 28 guidance is being updated to allow direct encrypted HFS+ to APFS conversion without decryption.

iPhone and Future Devices

The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max models have reportedly, with Foxconn ramping up hiring for assembly. These new iPhones are expected to feature display upgrades and a rumored variable-aperture camera for improved photography. Apple is also reportedly prototyping a larger 7-inch display for a future iPhone model likely for a 20th-anniversary edition. The highly anticipated iPhone Ultra is facing production hurdles, with final adjustments being made to manufacturing. Reports also suggest that Apple is working on a second-generation iPhone Air, which could address limitations of the current model. In the foldable space, Counterpoint Research forecasts that the iPhone Ultra will capture a 25% share of the foldable smartphone market in 2026, despite ongoing production challenges. The Apple Music price saw an increase, as discussed in a recent *9to5MacDaily episode.

Macs and Computing

Apple's MacBook Neo has helped the company defy a global PC sales slump in Q2 2026, with sales increasing year-over-year. A new report indicates that Apple is planning to overhaul its entire Mac lineup with 11 new models over the next two years, with some Macs potentially skipping M5 chips and going directly to M6 in the future. An updated iMac is expected later this year, with a model featuring an OLED display also in development. Geekbench 7 has been released with overhauled performance tests for CPU and GPU workloads, aiming to better reflect real-world device usage across everyday tasks, gaming, and AI applications. In hardware deals, Apple's 14-inch MacBook Pro with 48GB of RAM is available for $2,699, saving customers $400, and other deals include discounts on M5 Pro MacBook Pros and AirPods Pro 3.

Apple Services and Legal Matters

Apple's trade secrets lawsuit against OpenAI has been reassigned to U.S. District Judge Edward Davila taking over from the previous magistrate judge. OpenAI has also been facing issues with its services, with some users experiencing elevated error rates when trying to use Chat GPT and Codex recently. In a concerning incident, Chat GPT is being sued after it allegedly used religious faith to convince a man with a cardiac issue to forgo medical help. Apple has been denied its bid to overturn a $634 million patent verdict from its legal battle with Masimo, and a new trial was also denied in the ongoing case. Apple is also reportedly planning to wind down its long-standing "iPhone Upgrade Program" and launch a new "Apple Upgrade" leasing program in partnership with Klarna next week. A vulnerability in Apple's Hide My Email feature, which could expose real email addresses, has been patched after being reported.

Apple TV+ and Content

"The Morning Show," a flagship drama for Apple TV+, is set to conclude with its final season in 2027. Apple TV+ has announced two new high-profile shows in development, including a comedy with significant talent attached and an adaptation of a popular author's romance novel. The service also announced a self-help eight-part documentary series featuring relationship expert Esther Perel. The revival of "Ted Lasso" is reportedly aiming for two more seasons, with reports suggesting season four has recaptured the "season one magic" of the original.

Accessories and Other Apple News

The Keychron Q6 HE 8K has been reviewed, being described as a solid mechanical keyboard with magnetic switches that offers a great typing experience, particularly for Mac users. Apple is reportedly testing a 7-inch display for a future iPhone model, which would be its largest to date. Apple's MacBook Pro with 48GB of RAM is currently on sale for $2,699, offering a $400 saving on the 14-inch model. Emergency SOS via satellite has expanded its availability to two new countries: Andorra and Iceland on supported iPhones. Apple is also promoting two limited-time offers to help shoppers save on new products, despite recent price increases on many items. The Apple Park Visitor Center in Cupertino is currently undergoing an "update in progress".