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Last updated: July 29, 2026, 2:30 PM ET

Apple Software and Services Updates

iOS 27 is set to launch this fall, bringing several new features to iPhone users. Among the enhancements, the high-end Premier tier of Apple One is reportedly gaining new advantages, making the bundled service offering more appealing. Additionally, iOS 27 to hide the frequently mistaken Messages button, preventing accidental voice input. The upcoming iPhone driver's license feature is expanding and is expected to roll out to a 15th US state soon.

Apple Hardware and Retail Deals

The AirPods Pro are currently available at Amazon for $199.99, marking their best price since Prime Day. Best Buy's Back to School Sale also features discounts on Apple products, including Air Pods and Mac Books. Apple has introduced a new leasing program called, which is now available in the U.S. for iPhones, iPads, Macs, and Apple Watches, though its value proposition is being debated.

Apple Ecosystem and Market Performance

Apple is reportedly facing demands from UK regulators for "highly intrusive" controls over the App Store, which the company argues go too far in promoting competition. In China, despite an overall smartphone market decline have reportedly seen a significant increase. The HBO Max app is testing a new vertical video format called Shorts with select iPhone users in the U.S. Meanwhile, Google is bringing its Gemini AI to the Mac with a new voice mode that allows for spoken requests to be translated into text without interrupting the user's current application.

Emerging Technologies and Wearables

A prototype smart ring has demonstrated the ability to measure blood sugar non-invasively, a significant advancement in health wearable technology. In other news, the is a 27-inch 4K display highlighted for its unique features that differentiate it in a competitive market. Online scams nearly $150 billion last year, a figure seven times higher than previously reported.