Apple News 3 Hours

Last updated: May 5, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

Consumer & Regulatory Action

Apple reaches a $250M settlement to resolve claims stemming from a class-action lawsuit filed last March concerning delays in the rollout of core Apple Intelligence features, meaning affected users could receive compensation up to $95 per device. Separately, the watch OS 26 update introduced advanced hypertension detection capabilities, which are now available not only on the new Apple Watch Ultra 3 and Series 11 but also on select older Apple Watch models following a software enablement process.

Hardware Supply Constraints

The ongoing global memory shortage is forcing Apple to remove high-end configurations from its online storefront, specifically affecting the Mac Studio and Mac mini desktops. Inventory depletion has led to the discontinuation of configurations offering 32GB and 64GB of RAM for the Mac mini, while the most powerful Mac Studio has now lost its final remaining upgrade path for the two highest memory tiers available previously.

Media & Content Adjustments

In the Apple TV+ division, the future of the canceled musical comedy Schmigadoon! may be revived as a potential spinoff series that recently garnered critical acclaim from reviewers. This move comes as Apple continues to manage its content portfolio following the initial series run.