Apple News 8 Hours

Last updated: August 11, 2026, 3:07 PM ET

Software Updates

Apple released the third public beta for iOS, bringing iOS 27 public beta 3 with Siri AI and performance upgrades. The beta also introduces Liquid Glass transparency options and birthday fireworks during calls. For iCloud+ subscribers with at least 2TB of storage, new iCloud+ perks appear in the Home app. Alongside iOS, Apple seeded public betas for iPadOS 27 public beta, and a leak reveals the Modular watch face gains new color options in watch OS. macOS Golden Gate public beta is now available. For Air Pods, Apple released AirPods Pro 3 public beta firmware and iOS 27 AirPods beta firmware for public testers, carrying build number 9A5336b.

iPhone and Hardware Rumors

The iPhone 18 Pro is expected to start with 256GB of storage, potentially raising the price. Upcoming iPhone Ultra will feature two capabilities tailored for Pro users. Conflicting reports about the 20th anniversary iPhone design continue to emerge. The latest iOS 27 beta references six unreleased iPhone models, hinting at the product lineup. For iPads, iPad Air OLED panel orders may be split with BOE by 2027. Apple is stockpiling OLED panels amid rising component prices.

Apple Pay

Apple Pay chief Jennifer Bailey is retiring in October after 23 years at Apple. The Apple Pay VP spearheaded the service and Apple Card. The Apple Pay and Wallet leader leaves a legacy. Meanwhile, Apple Pay will launch in India by October, according to reports.

Air Pods Deals and Discounts

Amazon is offering AirPods Max 2 at $449, $100 off in all five colors. The AirPods Pro 3 are available at 25% off, and AirPods 4 drop to $99. These deals remain active.

Legal and Security

Apple failed to delay filing new App Store fees in its Epic legal battle, and now has 24 hours to comply. The company faces a class action lawsuit over iCloud Private Relay alleged fraud. Separately, a Zoom flaw allowed remote code execution on devices including iPhone and Mac.

Services and Content

Sonos is planning Ace Ultra headphones with an AI push, per a report. Space XAI and Cursor launched Grok Bot, a new AI app for iPhone and Mac. Apple Arcade adds two puzzle games: Block Blast!+ and Art of Fauna. Apple TV+ unveiled a crime thriller Last Seen to kick off its fall lineup.

Other Deals and Media

The 9to5Mac Daily podcast recaps iOS 27 beta 5 and glass iPhone rumors. LG's Back to School sale offers up to $5,000 off LG OLED TVs and monitors, with a 32-inch Ultra Fine 6K monitor at $1,099. LG's Back to School sale also includes major discounts on OLED TVs.