Apple News 3 Hours

Last updated: July 20, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

iPhone 18 Pro Rumors and iOS 27 Development

Apple's upcoming is rumored to feature the A20 chip, which may bring two significant upgrades. Meanwhile, the development of iOS 27 continues with the release of the fourth developer beta, alongside betas for mac OS, tv OS, watch OS, and iPad OS. Code within the latest iOS 27 beta references an iPhone model equipped with two batteries, hinting at potential power enhancements. Other iOS 27 updates are expected to bring five new features to, along with improvements to Apple Wallet and Calendar. Separately, an imminent update, iOS 26.6, is slated for iPhone users, though its specific impact remains unclear.

App Store Growth and Apple's Real Estate Expansion

The App Store saw a surge in new app releases during the first half of 2026, nearly matching the total for all of 2025, though downloads only increased by 2%. This growth coincides with increased accessibility in app development. In other news, Apple is expanding its physical footprint in Sunnyvale, California, by leasing a new 125,800-square-foot building, a move that historically precedes an acquisition.

Vision OS 27 Beta and Third-Party App Updates

Developers are now testing the fourth beta of the upcoming update, released two weeks after the previous beta. In related news, WhatsApp is rolling out its Liquid Glass redesign to its Mac application, bringing its interface more in line with its iPhone and iPad counterparts.