Apple News 3 Hours

Last updated: July 31, 2026, 11:43 AM ET

Apple Devices & Deals

Apple's M4 Pro Mac mini at Amazon, priced at a 30-day low and available with a $30 discount. Meanwhile, back-to-school sales are underway, with Best Buy offering discounts on products like Air Pods Max 2 and MacBook Pro, alongside other Apple bargains including the Apple Watch and Air Tag 2 can be found.

iPhone 18 & Purchasing Options

Reports suggest the upcoming may launch with a starting price of $1,399, with some analysts predicting a significant $300 price hike due to ongoing chip shortages, impacting Apple's product lineup across the board. In parallel, Apple has introduced a new leasing option for iPhones, the Apple Upgrade program, prompting discussions about the implications of leasing Apple products and Apple's strategies to address the chip shortage in China. A poll is also asking users about their preferred methods for purchasing their next iPhone in light of these changes.

iOS 27 & App Updates

iOS 27 is rumored to include features that hint at the arrival of an "iPhone Ultra" model, with expanded landscape functionality being one such indicator. The Mail app in iOS 27 is also set to receive a highly anticipated upgrade, promising a more robust search experience that "just works" as users have long wished. Separately, the Shazam app received an update that includes iMessage stickers, featuring an exclusive collection inspired by Ariana Grande's new album.

Apple Financials

Apple's stock opened down approximately 10% following the release of mixed fiscal Q3 2026 results and a cautious outlook for the September quarter, leading to a negative reaction from Wall Street traders.