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Last updated: August 4, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

New App Releases and Updates

Bingers, a new TV and movies tracking app, has been released by one of the co-founders of TV Time, Antonio Pinto. This new app places a greater emphasis on social features. RevenueCat's annual mobile hackathon is back and will run from August 1st to September 30th, offering substantial prizes for winning applications. Signal's latest iOS update introduces an expanded multi-device feature designed to simplify the use of the app across multiple iPhones and other devices. WhatsApp has announced several updates for group chats, including an "@all" mention feature, three new poll enhancements, and a quicker method for creating new groups from existing ones. Wikipedia for iOS has added a new home screen widget that allows users to access information more conveniently.

Apple Product News and Rumors

Apple has recently increased prices on a significant portion of its product lineup, with further price hikes anticipated next month for iPhones and other devices. Apple is preparing for its September iPhone event, which is expected to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and an entirely new model. iPhone 18 Pro is rumored to include three long-anticipated upgrades. There are also rumors suggesting that next year's iPhone models may feature larger displays, with prototypes including a 6.4-inch screen for a potential 20th-anniversary iPhone. A $1,399 starting price for the iPhone 18 Pro doesn’t seem credible, even for Apple. The folding iPhone is reportedly on schedule for a September launch, with manufacturing issues having been resolved. Apple's first camera-equipped Air Pods may be released sooner than anticipated, potentially as early as next month. The fourth version of the beta firmware for the Air Pods Pro 2 has been released by Apple, incorporating features from iOS. AirPods Pro are currently available with a $50 discount.

Software and Service Updates

iOS 27 is bringing significant upgrades to Face Time, including a powerful new feature for Messages and Apple Notes. The Photos app in iOS 27 will include improvements to slideshows, shared albums, and the addition of a much-needed camera roll feature. Apple Pay officially launched in the Philippines, allowing iPhone and Apple Watch owners in the country to add supported cards to their wallets. Apple Card users can now benefit from a new partnership with Booking.com, offering an accelerated loyalty rewards system. Apple has launched a revamped shopping experience for "Apple Accessories" on its online store and within the App Store app, aiming to simplify browsing and purchasing. Apple is reportedly working on a new feature that will enable cross-device copy and paste functionality between iOS devices and Windows PCs, following a request from Microsoft through Apple's EU interoperability system.

App Store and Content

Telegram was briefly removed from the App Store due to content that violated Apple's guidelines against child sexual abuse material. The app was restored after the offending content was removed. Russia's antitrust regulator has initiated a formal case against Apple concerning the mandatory pre-installation of domestic apps. A civil lawsuit has been filed against Apple in Brazil, seeking approximately $59 million in damages due to allegations that children can access casino-style games on the App Store without adequate age verification. Apple is facing a class-action lawsuit in Illinois alleging violations of the Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA), which could potentially cost the company over $30 billion. A judge has allowed this multi-billion dollar lawsuit concerning Apple Photos' face recognition technology to proceed.

Deals and Promotions

Amazon is offering significant discounts on Apple products, with savings of up to $500 on Macs, iPads, Apple Watch, and Air Tags. Specific deals include up to $69 off M4 iPad Air models and a $200 discount on the 15-inch M5 MacBook Air with 24GB of RAM, bringing its price down to $1,499. Further discounts are available on 2026 MacBook Pro models, with some prices dropping below their July figures, and a $1,200 discount is being offered on the 16-inch MacBook Pro M5 Max with 2TB SSD, marking an all-time low price. Apple Watch Ultra 3 models are $100 off, and Series 11 models start at $299, alongside deals on Air Pods Pro 3 and Air Tag.

Industry and Business

Apple achieved a record $10 billion in annual retail revenue in India, with its second major iPhone manufacturing base contributing significantly despite currency fluctuations. Spotify has surpassed 300 million paying subscribers, marking a significant milestone in its competition with Apple Music. Apple agreed to acquire Plasma Solve, a move that aligns with its product roadmap according to EU filings. Incoming Apple CEO John Ternus is bringing back Laura Legros, a former vice president of hardware engineering who retired in 2022, to his team. Outgoing Apple CEO Tim Cook's comments suggest that extensive use of Siri's AI capabilities could incur higher costs than initially expected. Despite strong performance in Q3, Apple has faced investor and analyst pressure.

Other Technology News

A malware campaign is utilizing fake Zoom updates and business files to distribute Screen Connect, granting attackers remote control over systems through software that can appear legitimate. This campaign has now expanded its reach to mac OS. A T-Mobile outage last week left many iPhone users without service for several hours, with some users potentially eligible for compensation ranging from $10 to $80. Fitbit data can now be synced to Apple Health through the latest update to the Google Health app for iOS. The LISEN Qi2.2 Mag Safe battery features a unique lanyard and supports the Qi2.2 standard. DuckDuckGo is developing anti-AI glasses that will not include cameras or notifications.