Apple News 3 Hours

Last updated: June 23, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

Apple Ecosystem & Development

Apple's digital event planning application, Invites, has received an update introducing a co-hosting feature that allows multiple users to manage parties and events collaboratively Apple Invites Gets Co-Hosting. The update also expands event background options for hosts Apple Invites updated with three changes. Separately, Apple is reportedly facing an antitrust complaint from a group of 48 Chinese developers who allege unfair App Store fees and restrictive distribution policies. Performance issues have also been noted with App Store Connect, which is experiencing partial unavailability for some developers App Store Connect is partially unavailable.

Hardware & Software Updates

For its 2026 product line, Apple is expected to exclusively source OLED panels from Samsung Display and LG Display, with both companies reportedly having commenced mass production. In anticipation of future device releases, iOS 27 is set to enhance the Wallet app with seven new features aimed at further integrating the iPhone as a physical wallet replacement. Developers can now download the second beta of watch OS 27 for compatible Apple Watches Apple rolls out watch OS 27 beta 2. While still months away from launch, the iPhone 18 Pro is generating excitement with several rumored new features.

Content & Business

Apple TV+ is preparing for the return of its sci-fi series "Silo" in July, alongside a new thriller starring Anya Taylor-Joy. Meanwhile, former Disney CEO Bob Iger has shared details about past discussions concerning a potential merger between Disney and Apple. For users seeking expanded local storage without relying on external drives connected to their Macs, Network Attached Storage (NAS) devices are being offered at discounts of up to $215 during Prime Day sales Bump up your storage with Prime Day NAS deals.