Apple News 8-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: October 12, 2026, 10:40 PM ET
Apple Events & Products
Apple is set to unveil three new products at its "Welcome home" event tomorrow, officially confirmed ahead of the announcement. Last-minute rumors have been swirling in Apple event coverage, while an M6 MacBook Pro is reportedly launching later this month with three upgrades.
Hardware Reviews
Apple Insider's review of the ZimaCube 2 finds the six-bay NAS offers no software lock-in at $799 for the Standard model, positioning it as a practical option for tinkerers.
Market & Analyst Outlook
JP Morgan has raised its Apple price target to $360, despite concerns over iPhone demand following reports of iPhone 18 Pro production issues. Meanwhile, global smartphone shipments hit a 13-year low, with Apple trailing Samsung in the quarter.
iPhone Market Share
Despite the broader slump, the iPhone reached a record Q3 shipment share as the global smartphone market fell 20%, according to Counterpoint Research.
Services & Software
Apple is kicking off a campaign promoting Safari's advantages over Chrome, while iCloud+ subscribers gain new benefits beyond added storage.
Legal Developments
Epic Games continues its legal fight with Apple. In a new joint filing, Epic accuses Apple of delaying discovery, while a separate document production dispute sees Epic accusing Apple of manufacturing a pause in proceedings.
Entertainment
Apple TV has released the trailer for "Being Heumann", and announced "Heart," an eight-part true-crime podcast exploring a haunting heart transplant story.