Apple News 3 Hours

Last updated: July 7, 2026, 11:30 AM ET

Apple Device & Software Updates

Apple stopped signing iOS 26.5 and 26.5.1, preventing downgrades after a critical security fix was released last week. In hardware rumors, the iPhone 18 Pro may see a noticeable increase in thickness compared to the iPhone 17 Pro, with both its aluminum frame and camera housing expected to grow. On the accessories front, Beats is expanding its woven USB-C cable lineup with a new "Power Pink" color option, following a similar collection that debuted in April 2025.

Market Performance & Legal Battles

J.P. Morgan raised its price target for Apple stock to $345, maintaining a Buy rating despite anticipating hardware price hikes. This optimism comes as Apple's discounts helped it secure second place in China's smartphone market during the 618 shopping festival, though overall sales declined 13% year-over-year due to rising memory prices squeezing vendors. Separately, Apple has asked a judge to pause proceedings in its legal battle with Epic Games while the Supreme Court reviews a portion of the case. A class action lawsuit alleging sweat condensation defects in AirPods Max has been largely dismissed by a New York judge, who ruled the headphones function as intended despite the claims. Apple must also continue age verification for iPhone users in Texas, as the Supreme Court denied a request to pause enforcement of the state's law.

Content & Sales

Apple TV's drama series "Nocturne," starring Liev Schreiber,