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Last updated: July 22, 2026, 2:30 PM ET

Apple Software and Hardware Updates

Apple released public for iOS, bringing early access to the software update's headline Siri AI features and performance enhancements. iPad OS 27 also, rolling out alongside other fall software updates with new functionalities. A convenient new iPhone feature for quickly pasting clipboard items is among the highlights of iOS, alongside the new Apple Intelligence features.

Apple is reportedly that will feature a mix of M6 and M5 Pro chips. Furthermore, a new iMac model is, with a future model featuring an OLED display also reportedly in development.

Apple TV+ and Content

Apple TV+ has entering production. One of these is a comedy series with significant talent attached, while the other is an adaptation of a recent romance novel by a popular author. Meanwhile, there is hope for the revival of the hit Apple TV comedy "Ted Lasso," with its star and co-creator.

Industry and Competition

U.S. lawmakers have the European Union's Digital Markets Act, which they deem "anti-American," aiming to support major tech companies facing EU regulations. In a competitive move, Android 17 now includes a to streamline data transfer from iPhones, simplifying the switch to Android devices. Separately, Amazon is offering a, with the 11-inch model priced at $399, marking the lowest price for an iPad across Apple's lineup.