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Last updated: July 15, 2026, 11:30 AM ET

Apple Expands Financing and Product Availability

Apple has added 36-month financing options for cellular iPad purchases through AT&T and Verizon, extending the previous 12-month offering. Separately, Amazon is offering a $150 discount on 1TB M5 MacBook Air models, available with 16GB or 24GB of RAM. In other news has received approval from Chinese regulators, clearing a significant hurdle for its launch in the country. This follows an agreement with the Chinese government regarding the rollout of the new AI features.

OpenAI and Apple's Legal Dispute Unfolds

OpenAI has blamed an email mix-up for its failure to respond to Apple's accusations of trade secret theft, asserting that it did send a reply. Reports indicate that this communication breakdown may have derailed prior discussions between the two companies before legal action was taken. Meanwhile, Jony Ive potential hardware device, teased as a new concept, may face competition from Apple's Air Pods Ultra and could potentially underperform.

Apple's Security and Policy Updates

The European Commission has adopted new exemptions to its Batteries Regulation, removing the requirement for battery removal from Apple Watch and Air Pods. In a move impacting iPhone purchases, Apple and its carrier partners have closed a workaround that previously allowed customers to buy unlocked iPhones with carrier financing. Additionally, a PSA warns users about fake Mac crash reports designed to steal passwords and cryptocurrency wallet information.

Apple TV+ and Software News

Apple TV+ has released a first look at the second season of its German dark comedy series, "Where's Wanda?", and confirmed its return date. In software news is now available, with Apple Intelligence features currently supported in English within the beta. This follows reports that is on its way to release in China after concluding regulatory processes.