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Google is making it easier to switch from iPhone to Android
The new feature lets users wirelessly transfer more data types from an iPhone without needing to download a separate app.
iOS 27 adds convenient new iPhone feature you’ll use all the time
One of my favorite iOS 27 features so far is a convenient addition for quickly pasting items from the iPhone clipboard. Here’s how it works.
Foxconn Ramps Up Hiring as iPhone 18 Pro Enters Mass Production
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro models have entered mass production and are now in a production ramp-up phase, according to China Securities News. In a new report citing industry chain sources (via MyDrivers), Apple's main assembly partner Foxconn is said to have entered its peak recruitment period to prepare for large-scale production and stocking ahead of the fall launch. Hourly wages, base pay, and rehire bonuses have all been raised to attract workers amid the ramp-up.
The iPhone 18 Pro's Rumored Camera Upgrade, Explained
Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are expected to feature a variable-aperture camera. The upgrade has been rumored repeatedly and would be a first for Apple's smartphone lineup, but what would it actually change for everyday users? An aperture is the opening inside a camera lens that lets in light. A natural comparison would be the pupils of your eyes, which open wider in the dark and become smaller in bright conditions.
iPhone 18 rumors: Release date, leaks, more
The iPhone is almost old enough to vote. So, what do we expect from the upcoming iPhone 18 and iPhone 18 Pro Max?
Apple Upgrade program is coming next week with up to 36-month payment plans
When this launches, the iPhone Upgrade Program will be discontinued. According to a new report from Bloomberg, Apple is planning to launch a new device...
AI and the rise of the universal entertainment app
Over the past decade, streaming platforms competed by dominating individual formats like music, video, podcasts, or audiobooks. Now, as AI makes it easier to create, organize, and recommend content, those distinctions are fading, pushing companies like Spotify, Netflix, YouTube, and TikTok to become all-purpose entertainment destinations instead.
AI and the rise of the universal entertainment app
Over the past decade, streaming platforms competed by dominating individual formats like music, video, podcasts, or audiobooks. Now, as AI makes it easier to create, organize, and recommend content, those distinctions are fading, pushing companies like Spotify, Netflix, YouTube, and TikTok to become all-purpose entertainment destinations instead.
Apple teams up with Klarna to launch a lease-to-own program for iPhones, iPads, and Macs
The new leasing program is a big change for the hardware company, and comes as it looks to raise prices on many of its products.
Apple’s rumored ‘Upgrade’ program brings lease-to-own pricing for iPhones, Macs, and iPads
Can a new upgrade program make up for higher prices?
Apple Reportedly Planning to Wind Down 'iPhone Upgrade Program'
After launching a new "Apple Upgrade" program next week, Apple plans to stop accepting new iPhone Upgrade Program sign-ups, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. It remains to be seen if existing iPhone Upgrade Program members will be able to remain enrolled in the program beyond their current terms, or if they will be migrated to the Apple Upgrade program at some point.
Apple winding down iPhone Upgrade Program: report
Apple will reportedly launch a new “Apple Upgrade” leasing program next week. As part of that, the company is reportedly...
iPhone 18 Rumor Check: 20 Claims Ranked by Likelihood
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro models and its first foldable iPhone are less than two months away from being unveiled, with the standard iPhone 18, iPhone 18e, and iPhone Air 2 expected to follow in spring 2027 as part of the company's new split-launch strategy. We've looked back at everything we know so far, and ranked the most consistent rumors, followed by the more speculative ones.
iPhone 18 Pro: New display upgrades are coming in two ways
iPhone 18 Pro models will have the same screen sizes as last year, but rumors indicate their displays will be upgraded in two other ways.
iOS 26.6 Prepares Your iPhone for iOS 27
iOS 27 includes a rebuilt search architecture for Siri AI. As a result, iPhones running the iOS 27 beta go through a re-indexing process that can take many days to be completed, but iOS 26.6 should help to speed things up for users who skip the beta. iOS 26.6 "optimizes the Spotlight index to prepare for iOS 27," according to Apple's release notes for the update, which will likely be released next week.
Largest ever iPhone screen arriving next year, suggests leaker
Next year could see the introduction of the largest ever iPhone screen, according to a leaker with a decent track...
Apple Testing 7-Inch Display for Largest 20th Anniversary iPhone Model
Apple is reportedly prototyping a larger iPhone display measuring roughly 6.96 inches, which would likely be marketed as a 7-inch panel if it reaches production. According to Chinese leaker Digital Chat Station, Apple is testing the display internally in preparation for the 20th anniversary iPhone, which is expected to launch next year.
iOS 27 beta 4 adds a useful Apple TV app feature, here's how it works
Apple released iOS 27 beta 4 today, and it comes with a useful new “Automatic Downloads” feature in the Apple...
iPhone 18 Pro Release Date: Apple’s 15-Year Event Timeline Signals Exact Date
As rumors build, analysis of every fall iPhone release indicates one date above other possibilities.
Samsung Is Under Serious Pressure. Here’s Why It Needs to Nail Its Next Z Fold Phone
With Apple expected to launch its first foldable iPhone in a matter of months, veteran of the folding phone world Samsung needs to deliver.
iPhone 18 Pro’s new A20 chip rumored to bring two major upgrades
The A20 Pro chip for this fall’s iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra sounds like it could be extra special. Here are its two big rumored upgrades.
WhatsApp begins rolling out Liquid Glass revamp to its Mac app
WhatsApp is now rolling out its Liquid Glass redesign to the Mac app, bringing it in line with the iPhone and iPad versions.
iOS 27 beta 4 mentions new iPhone model with multi-battery feature
iOS 27 beta 4 arrived today, and per Macworld it includes code references to what’s likely a new iPhone Ultra feature: dual batteries.
iOS 26.6 includes key feature that prepares your iPhone for iOS 27
Apple has debuted the RC for iOS 26.6, and its release notes confirm the inclusion of a feature meant to prepare your iPhone for iOS 27.
Apple Seeds Fourth iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 Betas to Developers
Apple today seeded the fourth betas of iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 to developers for testing purposes, with the update coming two weeks after Apple released the third betas. Registered developers can download the betas from the Settings app on the iPhone or iPad by going to the General section and selecting Software Update. iOS 27 introduces Apple's smarter version of Siri, Siri AI.
iPhone 18 Pro Release Date: Apple’s 15-Year Event Timeline Signals Exact Date
As rumors build, analysis of every fall iPhone release indicates one date above other possibilities.
4 Disadvantages Of Installing iOS Public Beta On Your iPhone
Installing the iOS 27 public beta gives your iPhone early features, but four significant disadvantages may make the upgrade less appealing.
iPhone 18 Pro Pricing Can Dominate Market And Start A New Super Cycle
The launch of the iPhone 18 Pro will also see Apple introduce new Apple Intelligence and Siri AI features, igniting a super cycle of sales.
$6 for a Coke. $2,600 for an iPhone: Here's where everyday items cost the most.
Everyday life — from a bottle of soda to rent for a one bedroom — costs the most in these cities.
YouTube picture-in-picture (PiP) mode is broken on iPhone, Android
YouTube is aware of an issue on Android and iPhone where picture-in-picture (PiP) mode does not activate when closing the app.
iPhone 18 Pro Release Date: Apple’s 15-Year Event Timeline Signals Exact Date
As rumors build, analysis of every fall iPhone release indicates one date above other possibilities.
iPhone 18 Pro is just two months away, but you probably shouldn't wait for it
The next iPhone lineup is around the corner – and it’s going to be a different one. The base model...
Pixel 11 Release Date: Price Reveal Hands Advantage To iPhone 17
A new Pixel 11 price leak flips Google's usual advantage over Apple. Here's what Google is betting on to convince you anyway.
T-Mobile is handing over the Apple iPhone 17 for free
Samsung is getting all of the attention right now, but Apple is still making some noise.
Apple Loop: iPhone 18 Pro Release Date, Lego iMac G3, New EU AirPods Rule
This week’s Apple headlines: iPhone 18 Pro Max specs, iPhone 18 Pro release date, iPad Mini updates, new EU regulations for AirPods and Apple Watch, a Lego iMac G3, and more...
iPhone 18 Pro Launching in Two Months With These 12 New Features
It is now mid-July, and that means the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are now just two months away. The devices are expected to look similar to the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max, but there will still be many year-over-year changes, with rumored features including a smaller Dynamic Island, 5G via satellite, and more.
iPhone Loyalty Rate Climbs to 87% as Switching to Android Slows
iPhone owners are sticking with the platform at a higher rate than a year ago, with new research firm CIRP putting iPhone loyalty at 87% for the first quarter of 2026. CIRP's latest quarterly survey found that just 12% of new iPhone buyers in the March quarter had come over from an Android phone, with the remaining 1% arriving from a feature phone, a different smartphone platform, or buying a smartphone for the first time.
Exclusive : Diagnostics log confirms iPhone 18 Pro Max camera specs ahead of launch
An ISP diagnostics log, part of the trove of internal Tata Electronics files leaked in June by the World Leaks ransomware group, confirms several previously rumored iPhone 18 Pro Max camera specs ahead of Apple's official announcement.
iPhone 18 Pro leaks point to a bigger, better and heavier smartphone from Apple
From camera breakthroughs to a new design, here's everything we know.
Carrier-financed iPhones in the US now get locked to that carrier
Previously, you could buy an iPhone from Apple using carrier financing and you would get an unlocked unit. There is still a way to get unlocked units, though.
Apple just closed a popular workaround for buying an unlocked iPhone
Apple has closed a workaround that let you buy an unlocked iPhone with carrier financing. Here's what changed, and what it means for you
iOS 27: My favorite new iPhone features (other than AI)
The iOS 27 public beta is here, and the headlining changes are Siri AI and the array of new Apple...
Apple opens its new Siri AI to everyone with the iOS 27 public beta
If you’ve been waiting to try Apple’s revamped Siri without installing a developer beta, you now can. The company on Tuesday released the iOS 27 public beta, giving iPhone owners early access to its AI-powered assistant and other new features before the software’s official launch this fall.
Apple looks to shrink AI models for iPhones
Apple is reportedly in very early discussions with PrismML, a Silicon Valley startup spun out of the California Institute of Technology and backed by Khosla Ventures, about technology that could dramatically reduce the size of powerful AI models so they can run directly on iPhones, CNBC reports. PrismML recently announced that it compressed Alibaba’s open-source […]
Apple in talks with startup that shrinks AI models to run on an iPhone
PrismML says its compressed version of Alibaba’s Qwen model uses up to 15 times less memory, potentially advancing Apple’s AI push.
iOS 27 compatibility: Does your iPhone support all the new features?
iOS 27 compatibility hasn't changed, but not every iPhone gets every feature. Here's which new features your iPhone supports.
How the 20th anniversary iPhone will provide a 'single slab of glass' look
Former Apple design chief Jony Ive always described his long-term vision for the iPhone design as “a single slab of...
Factories Now Ready for iPhone 20's Glass Redesign, Leaker Claims
Facilities in Apple's supply chain have finished renovations ahead of "iPhone 20" production, according to a Weibo leaker who says Apple's 20th-anniversary iPhone will move to an all-glass design. In a new post on Weibo, the leaker known as "Fixed Focus Digital" said the "preferred approach" for the iPhone 20 is a return to glass, with manufacturing quality expected to land somewhere around that of the first-generation iPhone Air.
WhatsApp Beta Reveals iCloud Backup Alternative for iPhone
WhatsApp is developing a first-party cloud storage option for chat backups on iPhone, providing users with an alternative to iCloud for the first time, according to app tinkerer WABetaInfo. Code found in the WhatsApp beta for iOS (version 26.28.10.16), available through TestFlight, suggests that users will eventually be able to pick their preferred backup destination directly from the app's chat backup settings. iCloud however will remain the default.
I use NotebookLM every day, and these are my 5 favorite tips and tricks
I've been using NotebookLM for a long time. Here are some features and tips that genuinely save me time and make my work easier.
iOS 27 public beta: Should you install it on your iPhone?
The iOS 27 public beta is here with major new iPhone features. Should you install it? Here's what to know, plus our recommendation.
iOS 26.6 Will Warn You About Malicious iMessages
Apple is adding a new warning about malicious iMessages in iOS 26.6, according to X user @limpless_skelly, who shared a mockup of the notification. The pop-up will warn users that a message could be trying to harm their iPhone or compromise their privacy. Apple asks users to share the message so it can guard against future attacks, and there are "Not Now," "Share With Apple," and "Don't Report" options to tap.
Siri AI Is Becoming Apple’s Everything Tool
Apple’s revamped Siri is more than a voice assistant; it’s now the backbone of the iPhone user experience. You can try it now through the iOS 27 public beta.
Siri AI is already changing how I use my iPhone
Its full capabilities require heavy developer support, so the public beta feels more like a glimpse at the future.
Pixel 11’s Tensor G6 chip beats the iPhone 18 to TSMC’s 2nm process
While Google’s next Tensor chipset in the Pixel 11 series isn’t expecting to be a gamechanger by any means, it...
Apple releases iOS 26.6 beta 5 for iPhone, here’s what to expect
While iOS 27 is very much the new focus for pre-release software, Apple is still preparing iOS 26.6 as the...
Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro Launch Timeline Comes Into Focus
The schedule that runs up to the release of the next iPhones is meticulously staged. So far, it looks like the iPhone 18 Pro timetable is proceeding according to plan.
iPhone 18 Pro Release Date: Apple’s Strategic Decision To Defeat Android
Apple’s September launch of the iPhone 18 Pro allows it to learn from its Android rivals. Samsung and Google will take the pain as Apple reaps the benefits.
Best in class creasefree display: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra hands-on video leaked
A Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, apparently straight out of the factory, is being examined from multiple angles including, for the first time, while actually turned on. A leaked hands-on video suggests an almost completely crease-free display in Samsungs upcoming foldable, according to another leaker, this can also be expected from its more compact iPhone Ultra competitor.
Apple plans new Apple pencils, expands iPhone tap to pay in stores: Report
Apple is reportedly planning new Apple Pencils with replaceable batteries while expanding iPhone-based Tap to Pay across its retail stores.
iPhone 18 Pro Release Date: New iOS Update Reveals September Plan
The schedule that runs up to the release of the next iPhones is meticulously staged. So far, it looks like the iPhone 18 Pro timetable is proceeding according to plan.
What smart people are saying about Apple's lawsuit against OpenAI
Apple sued OpenAI on Friday, accusing the AI startup of orchestrating a campaign to steal trade secrets from iPhone maker.
iPhone 18 Pro Release Date: Apple’s Strategic Decision To Defeat Rivals
Apple’s September launch of the iPhone 18 Pro allows it to learn from its Android rivals. Samsung and Google will take the pain as Apple reaps the benefits.
Top Stories: 'iPhone Ultra' and Apple TV Rumors, iOS 27 Beta 3, and More
Apple's annual iPhone event is just two months away, but we're still not quite clear on when and in what quantities the new foldable "iPhone Ultra" will be available. It sounds like we could end up in a situation similar to that of the iPhone X where it was introduced at the September event but didn't become available for pre-orders until around six weeks later.
iPhone Ultra battery capacity leaks
It's smaller than the iPhone 18 Pro Max's. According to Digital Chat Station on Weibo, one of Apple's usual battery suppliers just had a pair of batteries...
Dumb Co dared me to trade my iPhone for a hacked flip phone
Dumb Co sells flip phones that sync to your smartphone, bridging the infinite connectivity of the iPhone and the unrealistic limitations of an early 2000s relic.
iPhone 18 Pro Max Component Costs Could Rise Nearly $300
The bill of materials for the iPhone 18 Pro Max is expected to rise by nearly $300 compared to the iPhone 17 Pro Max, according to a new Counterpoint Research analysis. The estimate covers the 1TB storage model. NAND flash costs for the device are said to exceed $250 on their own, a figure that would cover roughly half of the iPhone 17 Pro Max's entire estimated component cost.
iPhone Ultra battery details allegedly revealed in new leak
As we approach the official announcement of Apple’s iPhone Ultra in September, more specs continue to leak. A new rumor...
Foldable iPhone Ultra Battery Capacity Allegedly Registered by Supplier
Apple's battery supplier has registered two new battery cells believed to be destined for the company's rumored foldable iPhone, according to a prolific Chinese leaker. In a post on Weibo, the leaker known as Digital Chat Station said that the two cells have rated capacities of 1,921mAh and 2,962mAh, for a combined minimum rated capacity of 4,883mAh.
Just Don’t Use the Super-Long Zoom on Sony’s RX10 V for Anything Creepy, Okay?
Your iPhone can't compare to this camera's built-in zoom.
iPhone 18 Pro could bring three controversial design changes
We’re just two months away from Apple announcing the iPhone 18 Pro. Rumors suggest Apple could have three design changes...
iPhone Ultra rumors: The most credible leaks, price and expected release date
iPhone Ultra or the iPhone Fold. No matter what you call it, here are all the rumors and leaks we've gathered on Apple's most anticipated iPhone in years.
iPhone 18 Pro Max component costs could jump by nearly $300
A new estimate of the iPhone 18 Pro Max’s bill of materials suggests that Apple’s next flagship could cost significantly more to build than the current model.
Rumored iPhone 18 Pro Max specs point to Apple’s heaviest iPhone in years
A new report suggests that Apple’s next flagship could also be its heaviest iPhone in years. Here are the details.
'Siri AI' Lawsuit Update: Apple to Pay Owners of These iPhone Models
In May, Apple agreed to pay $250 million to settle a U.S. class action lawsuit over Siri AI's delayed launch, and eligible iPhone users could receive up to a $95 payout. This week, the California court overseeing the case held a hearing regarding preliminary approval of the settlement, but the judge has not yet issued a ruling.
Khosla-Backed Startup Claims Breakthrough With Largest-Ever AI Model on an iPhone
Apple is on a quest to shrink powerful AI models to run on iPhones, which could cut down on cloud computing costs and enhance user privacy. But a small startup that emerged from stealth mode earlier this year says it recently got an AI model running on an iPhone bigger than any previous mobile ...
Google Photos for Android gets redesign that has already been on iOS for five months
A change to the UI on the Google Photos app, seen on the iPhone version of the app since February, finally reaches Android phones.
iPhone 18 Pro And iPhone 18 Pro Max Release Date: A New September Timeline Emerges
Apple’s next iPhones are just a couple of months away. However, a report from an industry heavyweight adds nuance to the expected release schedule.
No delay to iPhone Ultra, says supply-chain report
More supply chain sources have rejected claims of delays to iPhone Ultra production, reporting that it appears to be on...
iPhone Ultra Reportedly in Mass Production, No Delay Envisaged
Apple's foldable iPhone is on track to ship in September despite rumors of a delayed launch, reports Chinese financial outlet Cailian Press. The outlet says it spoke with several people within Apple's supply chain, who indicated that the device's design was locked in some time ago and that the foldable is now in mass production.
Business for Good: Perpay
A Philadelphia B Corp helps subscribers increase their credit scores simply by buying vacuum cleaners and iPhones
Samsung to Get Jump on Apple’s First Foldable With New Phones in July
Samsung Electronics Co. will host its next Galaxy Unpacked event on July 22, when the leading foldable phone maker is expected to unveil a Galaxy Z Fold 8 with a shorter and wider design that resembles Apple Inc.’s planned folding iPhone.
Foldable iPhone Ultra vs. iPad: How their screens reportedly compare
When opened, the foldable iPhone may scratch users' iPad itch too.
Weibo leaker says iPhone 18 Pro thickness will be ‘surprising’
Days after materials from Apple supplier Tata surfaced online, prominent Weibo leaker “Fixed Focus Digital” doubled down on his earlier claim that the iPhone 18 Pro will be thicker than the iPhone 17 Pro.
iPhone 18 Pro Could Be Noticeably Thicker Than iPhone 17 Pro
The iPhone 18 Pro's aluminum frame and camera housing are both set to grow thicker than the iPhone 17 Pro's, according to new posts from the leaker known as "Fixed Focus Digital". In a post on Weibo today, the leaker said that aluminum alloy mid-frames are "going to be used in straight-edge phones for a long time to come," referring to Apple's continued use of the material introduced with the iPhone 17 Pro rather than a return to titanium.
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro Max might come with a massive battery
The iPhone 18 Pro, not so much.
Leaker backs reports of two iPhone Air 2 improvements
A leaker with a decent track record has backed earlier reports of two improvements said to be coming to the...
iPhone Air 2 Could Get an 11% Battery Capacity Boost
Apple is reportedly working on a second-generation iPhone Air that's expected to launch in spring 2027, and one of Apple's main aims is to improve battery life. We now have the first rumor suggesting what kind of improvement could be coming. In a post on Weibo listing supply chain predictions, serial leaker Digital Chat Station said the iPhone Air 2 is expected to feature a 3,500mAh battery.
New iPhone 18 Pro Max battery details leak, and Samsung should be very worried
Apple may finally be matching Android's battery playbook, with the iPhone 18 Pro Max tipped for its biggest battery yet.
iPhone 18 Pro Release Date: A New September Timeline Emerges
Apple’s next iPhones are just a couple of months away. However, a report from an industry heavyweight adds nuance to the expected release schedule.
The foldable iPhone may be in short supply upon release
The expected iPhone Ultra's advanced design is likely to pose challenges for manufacturing.
Apple Seeds Third iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 Betas to Developers
Apple today seeded the third betas of iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 to developers for testing purposes, with the update coming two weeks after Apple released the second betas. Registered developers can download the betas from the Settings app on the iPhone or iPad by going to the General section and selecting Software Update. iOS 27 introduces Apple's smarter version of Siri, Siri AI.
Here's How the iPhone 18 Pro Max Will Compare to the iPhone 18 Pro
Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max in September. The devices will have a lot in common, but the latest leak suggests that the Pro Max model will take an even bigger step forward in regards to battery life. According to new filings in a Chinese regulatory database, it appears that the iPhone 18 Pro Max will be equipped with a 5,567mAh battery in the U.S., while the iPhone 18 Pro will seemingly have a 4,288mAh battery.
This Is Supposedly the iPhone Air 2 in Lavender
The second-gen iPhone Air looks like it'll fix every complaint.
iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Pro: Leak reveals Apple’s plan to differentiate models
Apple sometimes gives iPhone Pro Max models a special advantage over Pro, and a new leak indicates that might happen with the iPhone 18 line.
iPhone 18 Pro Battery Capacities Revealed by Regulatory Filings
New Chinese regulatory certification filings appear to confirm the battery capacities of Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max models. According to new filings in China's C3 database, spotted by the leaker known as "Digital Chat Station" on Weibo, the iPhone 18 Pro is seemingly rated for 4,056mAh in China and 4,288mAh in the U.S., up modestly from the iPhone 17 Pro's 3,988mAh and 4,252mAh.
Musk Calls It 'Utterly False,' But This SpaceX Rumor Should Terrify Every Apple Investor
Shares of Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL | AAPL Price Prediction) rose 1.7% on July 1, 2026, the day the Wall Street Journal reported that SpaceX had shown IPO investors a prototype handset: slimmer than an iPhone, running a proprietary operating system, powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon chip, and deeply integrated with xAI’s Grok. Elon Musk called the ... Musk Calls It ‘Utterly False,’ But This SpaceX Rumor Should Terrify Every Apple Investor
Here's how to turn any iPhone into a dumb phone
One of the big challenges for parents these days is that you may want to give your kids access to...
Apple has already given consumers a reason to steer clear of iPhone 18 Pro
Our readers might just sit this one out.
Report: iPhone Ultra to have incredibly limited availability at launch, may ship slightly later
According to supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple is likely to have very limited supply for iPhone Ultra at its...