Apple News 3 Days

Last updated: July 26, 2026, 11:30 PM ET

iPhone and Future Devices

Apple's 20th-anniversary iPhone, rumored to be the "iPhone," is anticipated for a fall 2027 release with a significant design overhaul since the iPhone X. In other iPhone news, the iPhone 18 will not debut this fall as usual, with only the iPhone 18 Pro models expected to launch in September is reported. Apple is also reportedly seeking a 20% OLED panel price cut for the iPhone 18 Pro Max due to rising component costs is seeking. The company is also facing a lawsuit from customers who lost $1.8 million to a fake Bitcoin wallet app in the App Store is facing, and a new unpatchable exploit has been discovered affecting Apple's A12 and A13 chips has been hit. Meanwhile, rumors suggest Apple's first foldable iPhone, the "iPhone Ultra," is coming this fall with six new features is coming.

Apple Services and Software Updates

Several Apple services, including Apple TV and Apple Music, were temporarily down for some users but have since been resolved were down. Apple TV+ is gearing up for new content, with trailers released for "Dark Matter," "Neuromancer," and the anticipated return of "Ted Lasso," which is set to premiere in August is set. iOS 27 is bringing new iCloud capabilities across various apps like Apple Home and Siri, alongside a new feature in the Phone app is bringing. mac OS 27 is reportedly reworking the Mail app's compose window to integrate Apple Intelligence's Writing Tools and Siri AI is reworking. Additionally, watch OS 27 will include a new feature designed to improve Apple Watch battery life through proactive extension notifications will include. Apple is also settling a class-action lawsuit regarding Siri, agreeing to pay $250 million to owners of certain iPhone models is settling.

Apple Hardware and Accessories

Apple's next iPad mini is expected to be the first iPad with a water-resistant design, launching later this year. The company is also preparing to launch a new device leasing and financing program, alongside price increases for some services like Apple Music is preparing. Deals are currently available on Apple devices, with significant savings on the entire Air Pods lineup, Air Tag 2 at a record low price, and the best prices on Apple's A16 iPad since June are available. B&H is offering discounts of up to $200 on 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air laptops, while general MacBook deals offer more affordable options and better value per dollar are offering. The Meirro Pro 6K is being highlighted as a potential alternative to Apple's discontinued Pro Display XDR is being highlighted.

Smart Glasses, Home Kit, and Security

Public distrust in smart glasses will likely present a challenge for Apple Glass, which is still expected to launch in 2027 will present. In the smart home space, the Amazon Basics Matter plug is providing Apple Home support for under $10, a welcome development amid rising technology prices is providing. Security concerns persist, with researchers discovering a method to bypass mac OS security and potentially swap trusted Mac apps with malware have discovered. A federal judge has ordered an iPhone exploit taken offline, sparking a legal debate over the ownership of security research has ordered.

Industry News and Other Developments

An Apple-1 computer from 1977 is expected to fetch at least $300,000 at auction, potentially costing the winner as much as 275 iPhone 17 Pros. Apple is reportedly clashing with Micron over the use of memory chips from Chinese suppliers, with Micron urging the Trump administration to block Apple's plans is clashing. New U.S. tariffs are impacting Apple's supply chain, with no clear exemptions for imported goods are impacting. In other news, firefighters responded to an outdoor fire at an Apple property near Apple Park, though damage reports suggest it was not major responded. Separately, Meta has launched "Facebook Verified" to confirm real users, a move that could be seen in the context of smart glasses and user identification has launched.