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Apple has officially announced the date for its iPhone 17 launch event, which is scheduled for September 9. It will take place at the Steve Jobs theatre in Cupertino at 10 a.m. PT/ 1 p.m. ET. Apple will be launching four new iPhones during the event, and could probably announce a new AirPods Pro as well as upgrades to the Apple Watch lineup.
Apple has released iOS 26 developer beta 8, which brings more polish to the Liquid Glass UI. It could be the final developer beta for iOS 26, since previous versions have also had only 8 betas before the stable release. Apple is scheduled to release iOS 26 for eligible iPhone devices sometime after the September 9th iPhone launch event.
Apple Plans a “Radical” Three-Year iPhone Overhaul, Starting with the iPhone 17 Air
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According to Mark Gurman, Apple will introduce a radically new iPhone every year till 2027. This will include the iPhone 17 Air coming out this year, the upcoming iPhone 18 Fold launching in 2026, and the 20th anniversary iPhone coming out in 2027. The iPhone 20 may feature an all curved display.
Apple TV+ will now cost $12.99 per month which is a $3 bump from its old pricing. However, this does not effect the annual subscription price which still remain at $99.99 per year. The reason for this price increase seems to be Apple's expanded library of content.
Apple accidentally posted the invite for its September 9 iPhone 17 launch event on the Apple TV app. The company quickly removed it, but the banner image shows a glimpse of the original MacBook Air wallpaper. This could have been done to celebrate the first 'Air' device in the iPhone lineup with the iPhone 17 Air.
Apple Drops iOS 26 Developer Beta 7 with Adaptive Power Mode and Bug Fixes
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Apple has dropped iOS 26 developer beta 7, bringing a new Adaptive Power mode, an updated blood oxygen monitoring, and minor bug fixes. The Adaptive Power mode is designed to extend battery life by making performance adjustments like dimming the screen and turning on Low Power mode. Alongside this update, Apple has also dropped iOS 26 public beta 4.
iPhone 17e Leak Hints at Flagship Features Coming to Apple’s Budget Phone
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The latest iPhone 17e leak suggests the device could come with a Dynamic Island and the latest A19 processor. The device may bring a 6.1-inch OLED display with a 60Hz refresh rate, the same as the iPhone 16. The budget iPhone is also expected to come with similar camera specs as the 16e, including a 12 MP selfie shooter and a 48 MP rear camera.
Apple Could Break Tradition by Skipping iPhone 18 Next Year, But There’s a Surprise in Store!
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Apple might change its launch strategy starting next year, and skip the base iPhone 18 in favor of the foldable iPhone. The company might reserve the latter half of the year for premium models, including the iPhone 18 Air, iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and the foldable iPhone. The iPhone 18 could still launch in 2027, alongside the iPhone 18e, totaling six iPhone releases per year.
The iPhone 17 Pro's camera may receive a major upgrade, featuring a 48 MP triple-camera setup, offering up to 8x optical zoom. According to the leak, the telephoto camera will be able to switch between 5x and 8x optical zoom, which could require a larger camera bump. If the leak turns out true, this could surpass the competition, including Chinese brands like Vivo and Oppo, and even Samsung.
Apple is Bringing Back Blood Oxygen Monitoring to Apple Watches Today
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Apple is reintroducing the blood oxygen monitoring feature to its Watch Series 9, 10, and Ultra 2 models through an update in the US. The redesigned feature measures readings from the Blood Oxygen app and shares data with the iPhone for calculations. The update will be exclusive to some US users who did not have the feature before, but it will not affect international models.
The iPhone 17 Pro's design has leaked, revealing an all-aluminum frame including the camera bump. The frame has a circular cutout for MagSafe and wireless charging coils that will be covered by a glass section. Dbrand is also promoting its tank case for the iPhone 17 Pro, showing off the camera cutouts and button placements.
Apple Is Giving the Next Apple TV a Chip Upgrade for Apple Intelligence
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The next Apple TV could feature the A17 Pro chipset seen in the iPhone 15 Pro series. This could allow Apple Intelligence features, along with console-quality gaming on the upcoming Apple TV. The device is also rumored to include Apple-designed Wi-Fi and Bluetooth chips, but there is no confirmation on its release date.
The iPhone 17 Pro May Feature Double the Storage for a $50 Price Hike
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The iPhone 17 Pro may start at 256 GB of storage, with its base price increasing by $50. Despite the modest price increase, the iPhone 17 Pro will still offer better value compared to the 256 GB variant of the iPhone 16 Pro. It is also rumored that all iPhone 17 models could see a price hike given the recent tariffs.
The iPhone 17 Air could come with the A19 Pro processor but with one fewer GPU core. According to a fresh leak, the chipset in the iPhone 17 Air is expected to feature a cluster of 5 GPU cores, down from the usual 6. This could be done to mitigate heating issues on the device given its slim form factor.
The iOS 26 developer beta 6 features refinements to Liquid Glass and other minor improvements in the UI. Users will notice a new intro video, ringtones, faster app animations, and improved readability in menu labels. The lock screen clock is also more transparent, and switching between menus shows a rainbow chromatic effect, adding to the glass immersion.
Apple’s Next-Gen Siri Will Let You Control Your Favorite Apps with Just Your Voice
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Apple's next-generation Siri will feature deeper integration with third-party apps, and you will be able to control them with your voice. The Cupertino giant has added a note to the App Intents system, mentioning that it's working on in-app actions via Siri. Apple is currently working with companies behind apps like Uber, AllTrails, Threads, Temu, Amazon, YouTube, Facebook, WhatsApp, along with a few games for its upcoming Siri.
Apple Is Rolling out the Second Public Beta for iOS 26 and iPadOS 26
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Apple is rolling out the second public beta update for iOS 26 and iPadOS 26. The update features similar changes seen in the latest developer beta 5, including new animations, Classic Mode Switching in Camera, and a new AirDrop icon. The update is available for early testers and can be downloaded from Settings > General > Software Update.
iOS 26 Developer Beta 5 introduces a new charging indicator on the AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4 case. The case will light up orange, likely when it is low on battery, even if it's not in use or opened. There is a new splash screen that shows what each LED color means on the AirPods case.
The Apple Support app is getting a new AI-powered chatbot, as reported by some users. Users can directly chat with the AI assistant to troubleshoot their Apple devices. There is no word as to when this will be rolled out for everyone.
Apple is reportedly working on a large-screen foldable device, now delayed until 2027. The device is expected to be an 18.8 to 20-inch foldable tablet that could run either iPadOS or macOS. While the foldable tablet is delayed, Apple's first foldable iPhone is still scheduled to release later next year.
Apple Is Building Its Own “Answers Engine” Similar to ChatGPT and Gemini
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Apple has a new internal team developing its own "Answers" engine, much like ChatGPT and Perplexity. The team is called Answers, Knowledge, and Information. Apple is hiring experienced individuals with expertise in search algorithms and engine development to work on its Answers engine.
Apple Has Sold More iPhones Than the Population of China and India Combined
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Apple shared that it has shipped its 3 billionth iPhone during its 3rd fiscal quarter earnings call. It took the company only four years to reach its 3rd billion iPhones sold, compared to 5 years for the second billion. When asked whether other devices might replace the iPhone, Tim Cook said that they would be complementary rather than a replacement.
Apple CEO Tim Cook said in an interview that the company is "open" to acquire AI startups. He further mentioned that Apple is significantly growing its efforts in the AI field and looking to accelerate its roadmap. This could come as a response to the company's leading AI talents jumping over to Meta.
You Can Now Design Custom Apple Logo Wallpapers with This New Website
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Apple is offering custom wallpapers to celebrate the launch of its first online store in Saudi Arabia. The wallpapers feature elegant Arabic calligraphy and colorful backgrounds. Users can also mix and match logo and background colors or pick from premade gallery. This feature is available globally, and no VPN is required to access the site itself.
Apple has dropped the first public beta for iOS 26, making the update available to more users. The update features the new Liquid Glass design language, along with several new tweaks and improvements. If you want to join the public beta then sign up at beta.apple.com and install the new build.
AppleCare One Just Launched to Protect All Your Devices with One Plan
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Apple is introducing a new AppleCare One subscription plan for $19.99/ month. This covers three devices under one plan. Customers will need to pay $5.99/ month for each additional device. It also allows customers to cover their existing devices that are up to 4 years old and in good condition.
The latest iOS 26 developer beta 4 contains a line that uses the word "show" in reference to HomePods. This is an interesting discovery given that none of the current HomePods feature a display to show anything. It could likely suggest that the next version of the HomePod may feature a display to show you weather, time and other updates.
Apple has just released the iOS 26 developer beta 4, which brings back the glassy effect that was toned down in developer beta 3. It also adds a new dynamic wallpaper, improved controls to manage unknown calls, notification summaries for news stories, and more. This is probably the last developer beta, and the next update will be the first iOS 26 public beta.
Apple has filed a lawsuit against YouTuber and Apple leaker Jon Prosser, accusing him of misappropriating trade secrets and violating the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act. Prosser allegedly gained access to an unreleased iOS 26 build by paying off a friend of an Apple engineer. Using these details, Prosser created mockups and reported as early as January on the upcoming changes in iOS 26.
The upcoming iPhone 17 models are set to come with some interesting new color options. The base iPhone 17 is expected to come in new Steel Gray, Green, and Purple colors, while the 17 Air may arrive in lighter shades of Blue and Gold. The iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max may feature a fluorescent Orange color variant along with a Dark Blue option.
Apple has added a new Emoji Game to their News+ daily puzzles catalogue. The game requires you to fill in the blanks and guess the word using the correct emoji suggestion. It is exclusively available with the News+ subscription which costs $12.99/ per month.
Can Your Mac Run Cyberpunk 2077? Here Are the Official System Requirements
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Cyberpunk 2077 will support all Apple Silicon Macs, from M1 to M4 Max processors, with at least 16 GB of RAM. M1 Macs can play the game at 1440 x 900 resolution with 30 FPS, while you need an M3 Pro for 1080p 60 FPS smooth gameplay. For high fidelity graphics, users must have an M2 Ultra or M3 Max, and for very high fidelity graphics, M3 Ultra or M4 Max is recommended.
Get Ready for Liquid Glass as iOS 26 Public Beta Likely Arrives Next Week
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Apple could release the first iOS 26 public beta as soon as next week, likely on July 23rd. This comes unusually late, as Apple typically releases public builds just days after developer beta 3. That is why it is likely we might see developer beta 4 arrive tomorrow before the public beta drops.
Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition is coming to macOS on July 17th and it will be available via Mac App Store, Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG.com. The game will run on Macs with M-series Apple Silicon chip, featuring at least 16 GB of unified RAM. CD Projekt Red has optimized the game to run on Mac hardware and brings support for FSR and MetalFX upscaling.
Apple is reportedly planning to launch the iPhone 17e early next year. The affordable iPhone will feature the same design as the current iPhone 16e. It could include Apple's A19 processor with a reduced CPU or GPU core count.
The next version of the Apple Vision Pro is expected to feature the latest M4 chipset. It will not come with any design changes, but it will feature a new, and hopefully more comfortable, strap. The new Vision Pro is slated to launch later this year, but Apple has not confirmed exact dates yet.
Apple has rolled back the transparent Liquid Glass effect in the iOS 26 Developer Beta 3. The latest beta replaces the transparency effect with a blurry, frosted look, which is easier to read. This change appears to be a response to the public backlash and concerns raised after Liquid Glass was introduced in the first beta.
Apple's FaceTime app will now freeze the screen when it detects nudity or someone undressing. The app will show a warning, allowing you to end the call if you are uncomfortable or continue it. The feature is available on iOS 26 Developer Beta, and should be enabled by default for child accounts.
Several big carmakers including Audi, Mercedes, and Volvo have rejected Apple's CarPlay Ultra. The reason for this snub is carmarkers' concern over revenue streams as they can charge buyers for certain features within their own OS.. However, they will continue to use the current version of CarPlay.
Apple Fixes the Biggest Issue with Liquid Glass Design in iOS 26 Beta 2
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Apple is rolling out the iOS 26 Beta 2 update for all devices enrolled in the Developer Beta program. The update finally fixes the lack of background blur effect when pulling down the Control Center. It also brings new Accessibility options, a new Radio widget, order tracking in Apple Wallet, and more.
Apple has been putting a lot of efforts into marketing F1 The Movie starring Brad Pitt, whether its WWDC, or Tim Cook doing a Variety shoot with Lewis Hamilton or a surprise appearance at the Apple flagship store in New York. But why is a tech company putting so much efforts into a motion picture all of a sudden? What are Apple's intentions with this movie and could this be their biggest launch of the year instead of the iPhone.
Apple Might Be Looking to Buy Perplexity to Upgrade Apple Intelligence
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Apple might be in early talks to acquire the AI startup Perplexity. The acquisition would help bring in AI talent, which could help improve Apple's Intelligence. Other tech giants like Meta are also considering making an offer to acquire Perplexity.