Apple News 3 Days

Last updated: July 25, 2026, 8:30 AM ET

iPhone and Foldable Futures

Apple is reportedly gearing up for a significant iPhone release this fall with the rumored, which is expected to feature six new capabilities and potentially account for 25% of all foldable smartphone shipments in 2026. The company is also pushing OLED panel suppliers for a 20% price cut on the iPhone 18 Pro Max, even as component costs rise. Meanwhile, production hurdles for Apple's foldable iPhone persist, with final adjustments being made by Foxconn, though the exact launch. Samsung has already provided a glimpse of what a creaseless iPhone Ultra display might look like.

mac OS and iOS Updates

Apple is rolling out the seventh Release Candidate builds for both mac OS Sonoma 14.8.8 and mac OS Sequoia 15.7.8, continuing an extended testing period. The upcoming mac OS 27 is set to feature a reworked Mail app compose window that integrates Siri AI and Apple Intelligence's Writing Tools, alongside a new interface for selecting Siri voices with 13 options. iOS 27 is also bringing a host of new features, including enhancements to iCloud, the Phone app, Notes, Wallet, and Messages. Performance improvements are a key focus in iOS, with optimizations for animations and Air Drop speeds. A convenient clipboard pasting feature is also expected in iOS 27, and the second public beta for iOS 27 and iPad OS 27 is now available, highlighting Siri AI and iPhone speed upgrades.

Apple Services and Hardware Rumors

New features are on the horizon for Apple Pay, promising an enhanced user experience for in-store, online, and in-app purchases. Apple is also reportedly planning an 'Apple Upgrade' leasing program and a potential price hike. In hardware news, a "MacBook Ultra" is anticipated with a substantial redesign and 12 new features. Apple is also said to be developing an iMac with an OLED display and plans to refresh its entire Mac lineup with 11 new models over the next two years, with some Macs potentially skipping M5 chips for the M6 generation.

Legal Battles and Security

Apple is embroiled in a trade secrets lawsuit against OpenAI, with the case now reassigned to U.S. District Judge Edward Davila. Separately, a federal judge ordered an iPhone exploit to be taken offline following a dispute over whether it constituted independent. A lawsuit has also been filed concerning an unpatchable exploit affecting Apple's A12. Meanwhile, a class-action lawsuit settlement regarding Siri is with Apple agreeing to pay affected iPhone owners.

Third-Party App and Service Updates

WhatsApp is testing new message bubbles on iOS and has launched a new Car Play experience, along with standalone iPad setup and Apple Music sharing capabilities. Meta has introduced a free 'Facebook Verified' badge to confirm real users. Anthropic's Claude voice mode now supports Opus and Sonnet models. Opera One browser has added optional vertical tabs and expanded Google.

Other Apple News

Apple TV+ is set to conclude its prestige drama "The Morning Show" in 2027, while also announcing two new high-profile shows and a dating. A fire was reported near Apple Park, though dispatch records suggest it did not. Notably, a working 1977 Apple-1 computer is expected to fetch at least $300,000 at auction. The Apple Park Visitor Center is currently undergoing an "update in progress".