Apple News 3 Days

Last updated: July 25, 2026, 2:30 AM ET

iOS 27 and AI Features

Apple is preparing to release iOS, which will bring a host of new iCloud capabilities across various apps, including Apple Home and Siri. The upcoming operating system's Phone app will feature an instant favorite feature, and the Mail app's compose window will be reworked around Siri AI and Apple Intelligence's Writing Tools. Siri AI itself is launching this fall with iOS, and early beta testing indicates it delivers on expectations. Public beta 2 for iOS 27 is now available, offering an early look at Siri AI and iPhone speed upgrades. Furthermore, iOS 27 introduces a convenient new feature for quickly pasting items from the iPhone's clipboard. The update also focuses on performance improvements, optimizing system animations and Air Drop transfer speeds. watch OS 27 will include a proactive battery extension notification feature to improve Apple Watch battery life.

New iPhone and MacBook Models

Apple's first foldable iPhone, the, is expected this fall and is rumored to capture 25% of the foldable smartphone market in 2026. However, the foldable iPhone continues to face production hurdles, and its exact launch timing remains unclear due to final production adjustments. The iPhone Ultra is anticipated to introduce new screen sizes this fall. Meanwhile, the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max models have entered mass production ahead of their September launch. Rumors suggest the iPhone 18 Pro could feature a variable-aperture camera. In the MacBook lineup, a "MacBook Ultra" is reportedly coming with a significant redesign and new features. Apple also plans to release a new iMac later this year, with a model featuring an OLED display also in development. The company is preparing to refresh every Mac model over the next two years, with some models potentially skipping M5 chips for M6.

Apple Services and Payments

Apple Pay is receiving four new features to enhance its functionality for in-store, online, and in-app purchases. A recent promotion offers Apple Pay users a discount on Columbia Gear. iOS 27 will introduce a new Apple Card exclusive feature that is considered essential for any payment card. A separate iOS 27 feature is mentioned as a potentially important banking app setting. The company is also reportedly preparing to launch a new "Apple Upgrade" leasing program, which has raised concerns about potential restrictions on iPhones if payments are missed according to code found in the iOS 27 beta. Apple Music prices to increase.

Legal and Security Issues

Apple is involved in a dispute with Micron over the use of Chinese memory chips, with Micron reportedly urging the Trump administration to block Apple's plans. A federal judge has ordered an iPhone exploit taken offline, stemming from a legal battle over security research ownership. Separately, a lawsuit has been filed after a new unpatchable exploit was discovered affecting Apple's A12 and A13 chips. Apple has agreed to pay $250 million to settle a U.S. class-action lawsuit concerning Siri. Apple's trade secrets lawsuit against OpenAI has been reassigned to a new judge.

Third-Party Apps and Services

Pastebot, a popular clipboard manager for Mac, was updated to version 3 with improved organization and automation tools. WhatsApp is testing new message bubbles on iOS, following its Liquid Glass redesign rollout. WhatsApp also announced new features for Car Play, iPad, and iPhone, including standalone iPad setup and Apple Music sharing on its blog. Adobe is bringing Acrobat integration directly to WhatsApp Web, allowing users to view, review, and annotate PDFs within chats without leaving their conversations. Opera One browser has added optional vertical tabs and expanded Google Lens integration.

Apple Hardware and Deals

A working 1977 Apple-1 computer is expected to sell for at least $300,000 at an upcoming auction. Apple's 14-inch MacBook Pro with an M5 Pro chip and 48GB of RAM is available for $2,699, a $400 discount. Other deals include discounts on Air Pods Pro, Air Pods Max, and Air Tag. Apple Watch Series 11 GPS models $100 off on Amazon. The MacBook Neo has been a success, helping Apple defy a global PC sales slump in Q2 2026. The company is also reportedly working on a new iMac and an OLED display model.

Apple TV+ and Content

"The Morning Show," a flagship Apple TV+ series, is set to conclude in 2027. The return of "Ted Lasso" is anticipated in August, with discussions underway for two more seasons per its star. Apple TV+ has announced two new high-profile shows in development, including a comedy and an adaptation of a romance novel. The service is also launching an eight-part dating docuseries featuring Esther Perel.

Other Apple News

Emergency SOS via satellite is now available in Andorra and Iceland. Apple's mac OS Sonoma 14.8.8 and mac OS Sequoia 15.7.8 are receiving their seventh Release Candidate updates. The Apple Park Visitor Center is undergoing an "update in progress." A new report suggests that U.S. tariffs are impacting Apple's supply chain without clear exemptions. U.S. lawmakers have asked President Trump to investigate the EU's Digital Markets Act, which they deem "anti-American."