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iOS 26.4 beta 2 expands encrypted RCS testing to Android, adds UI tweaks, a new accessibility toggle, and changes to beta enrollment.

A new report suggests Apple is testing a deep red finish for the iPhone 18 Pro. If it launches, this would mark the first time a Pro model gets a bold red color, breaking away from the brand’s usual muted tones.

Rivian’s new Apple Watch app lets R1S and R1T drivers check battery levels, adjust cabin temperature, and control key vehicle functions without using their phone.

Apple’s March 4 Apple Experience could bring the iPhone 17e, a budget MacBook, and new iPads, with announcements expected throughout the week.

Apple is working on AI smart glasses, an AI pin, and AirPods with cameras, all designed to work with a next-gen Siri.

iOS 26.4 Beta 1 adds video podcasts, RCS end-to-end encryption, AI playlists in Apple Music, and default Stolen Device Protection.

Apple is said to be launching a new low-cost MacBook powered by the A18 Pro chip from the iPhone 16 Pro. The laptop could feature a 12.9-inch display, aluminum body, new color options, and a starting price around $699.

Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro may add satellite 5G with NR-NTN support through its C2 modem, expanding connectivity far beyond emergency SOS features.

Apple’s Gemini-powered Siri upgrade is delayed, with key features now expected to roll out across multiple iOS updates instead of launching in iOS 26.4.

iOS 26.3 brings a new Transfer to Android tool, Weather wallpaper updates, added privacy controls, and important security fixes. Here’s what’s new.

Apple plans to keep iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max prices flat with the iPhone 17 Pro, managing rising memory and component costs ahead of a September launch.

ChatGPT is now showing ads to users on its Free and Go plans in the U.S. OpenAI says the change is designed to support the cost of running the service while keeping paid tiers free of advertising.

Apple’s upcoming iOS 27 update is expected to emphasize stability, performance improvements, and refinements to Siri, signaling a quieter but more polished release at WWDC 2026.

Apple will officially turn 50 on April 1, 2026, marking five decades since its founding in 1976. Ahead of the milestone, CEO Tim Cook told employees that the company is actively planning how to honor the occasion. According to Bloomberg’s…

Apple may announce the iPhone 17e on February 19, continuing its budget iPhone strategy with familiar design, faster performance, and practical upgrades like MagSafe support.

Apple’s iOS 26.3 Release Candidate is now available, marking the final step before the public rollout. The update focuses on smoother device transitions, expanded notification support in the EU, and small visual refinements, while setting the stage for what comes next in iOS 26.4.

Apple is expanding its presence in India with a new Education Hub focused on teaching coding and robotics to supply chain workers. Opening in March, the initiative highlights Apple’s push to invest in skills and prepare its workforce for the future of manufacturing.

The U.S. government is appealing a ruling that allowed Google to keep paying for default search placement, keeping pressure on its powerful Apple partnership.

Apple Music Replay 2026 is now available, offering a live, weekly-updated playlist that tracks subscribers’ most-played songs throughout the year.

WhatsApp may soon offer an optional paid subscription aimed at users who want more customization and advanced tools. The plan is expected to add premium features without changing the app’s free messaging, calling, or security experience.

Apple may be working on a flip-style foldable iPhone that folds in half like a classic clamshell phone. The idea is still in early development, but it suggests Apple is already thinking beyond its first foldable iPhone as it prepares for a broader foldable future.

Apple says rising RAM and SSD prices have had minimal impact on margins so far, with strong revenue showing the company can absorb higher costs for now.

Apple delivered the strongest quarter in its history, reporting $143.7 billion in revenue for fiscal Q1 2026. Driven by record iPhone sales and continued growth in Services, the company exceeded expectations and set new benchmarks for profit and earnings per share.