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Apple rolls out betas for iOS 18.7, macOS 15.7, and macOS 14.8

Alongside Release Candidates for iOS and macOS 26, Apple is also rolling out multiple public and developer beta versions for other iOS and macOS versions. Here is the full list. Post-event beta releases This has been a busy afternoon for both developers and public beta testers. Following the end of the Awe Dropping event, Apple rolled out the first release candidate versions of iOS 26, macOS 26, visionOS 26, watchOS 26, and tvOS 26. But that is not all. Apple also rolled out developer and pub

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iOS 26 will be available next week: Find out if your iPhone is compatible with the free update

The Apple iPhone 17 event just concluded, and Apple largely delivered on all of the rumors ahead of the show. The company announced the iPhone 17 lineup, the iPhone Air and several other devices. (Check out Engadget's real-time Apple event liveblog for full details.) In addition to finally seeing the new hardware, Apple confirmed after the event that we'll be able to download the final versions of iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 on Monday, September 15. (That's when all of Apple's other operating system up

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Apple Is Officially Releasing iOS 26, So You Can Start Complaining About Liquid Glass for Real

With the launch of Apple’s new slate of iPhone 17s, iOS 26 is finally here for real. While we’ve had developer and beta versions since the summer following WWDC in June, this is the first official version that brings Liquid Glass to an entirely new generation of iPhones. According to Apple, iOS 26 will be available to everyone on Sept. 15, and will bring some new non-visual tweaks in addition to a new look. Among those new features are Visual Intelligence, which allows AI to both see and intera

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Apple confirms macOS Tahoe 26 launch date: September 15

During today’s Awe Dropping event, Apple confirmed the release date of all the operating systems it announced during WWDC25, including macOS Tahoe 26. Here are the details. Like last year, when iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia were launched on the same day, Apple just confirmed that macOS Tahoe 26 will be released on the same day as iOS 26 and its other operating systems: September 15. What’s coming on macOS Tahoe 26 Aside from the Liquid Glass overhaul that is coming to all Apple operating systems,

iOS 26 RC now available ahead of next week’s launch

Apple has just released the iOS 26 RC (release candidate) for beta testers. Here’s what that means. All throughout the summer, iOS 26 has been in beta testing with developers and opt-in members of the public. Now today, following its iPhone 17 event, Apple has released the RC version of iOS 26. iOS 26’s RC is expected to be the final beta release before the update’s wide launch next week. This “release candidate” is available for users running the iOS 26 beta, and should offer the most stabl

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Apple debuts RC for macOS Tahoe, iPadOS 26, and more

Following today’s iPhone 17 event, Apple has just released a new wave of software updates for beta testers. The RC (release candidate) versions of macOS Tahoe, iPadOS 26, and more are now available. RC now available for macOS Tahoe, iPadOS 26, and more For the past few months, beta testers have had access to early previews of Apple’s forthcoming major software updates. These include iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe, tvOS 26, and more. Now, the RC (release candidate) versions of these software

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Xcode 26 RC beta now available for developers

Following today’s event, Apple is now rolling out the first Release Candidate version of the operating systems announced during WWDC25, as well as for Xcode 26. Here are the details. Apple Intelligence, Anthropic and OpenAI integration This year, Xcode’s highlight feature is its built-in integration with large language models, including native support for OpenAI and Anthropic. Users can also integrate with local LLMs and third-party services via API keys. Anthropic’s support was added late in

iOS 26, iPadOS 26, watchOS 26 and macOS 26 will be released on September 15

Alongside all of the new iPhones, Apple Watch models and other hardware, today's Apple event brought forth news of when you'll be able to install iOS 26, iPadOS 26, watchOS 26 and macOS 26. You'll be able to install these operating systems on compatible devices on September 15 when they move out of beta. There are two major changes this year. The first is Apple's shift to the Liquid Glass design language across its devices. It's a significant overhaul of the design of Apple's operating systems,

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iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS 26 Tahoe, and Apple’s other OS updates launch September 15

CUPERTINO, Calif.—If you’re buying one of the new iPhones or the other hardware that Apple announced today, your new devices will ship with Apple’s latest operating system updates already installed. But if you’re not looking to spend a bunch of money on Apple’s latest and greatest, the new updates will land on Apple’s other supported devices on September 15. Apple is shifting to a year-based numbering system starting this year, wiping away the previous grab bag of all-over-the-place version num

Apple reveals iPadOS 26 release date

is a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and editor at MUO. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Apple’s major iPadOS 26 update comes out on September 15th, offering a new windowing system that will change the way you use the tablet. The company announced the news during its iPhone 17 launch event, just a few months after launching it in beta. The latest v

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Apple announces iOS 26 release date: September 15

It’s one of the biggest days of Apple’s year, with the company’s ‘Awe dropping’ event headlined by the iPhone 17 lineup and other new hardware. On the software front, we got some good news too: iOS 26 is coming very soon. iOS 26 was first unveiled back in June at WWDC. Since then, the forthcoming software update has been in beta testing. After three months in beta, Apple is nearly ready to ship iOS 26 to all users. iOS 26 will officially release on Monday, September 15. New features include

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iPadOS 26 is coming to your iPad on September 15

Apple’s big ‘Awe dropping’ event was heavy on hardware announcements, but new software got release dates too, including iPadOS 26 which is coming very soon. The software update that iPad users have wanted for years is almost here, Apple has announced. iPadOS 26’s release date is set for Monday, September 15. New features are heavily skewed toward productivity improvements, such as the Mac-like windowing system, upgraded dock, menu bar, new cursor, and more. There’s also a Liquid Glass redesig

Apple announces watchOS 26 release date: Here’s what’s coming to your Apple Watch

At its ‘Awe Dropping’ Apple Event, Apple today announced the release date of its next watchOS version: watchOS 26. The update will begin rolling out next week on Monday, September 15th – bringing a plethora of new features to compatible Apple Watch models. What’s new in watchOS 26 As is the story with the rest of Apple’s operating systems, the new Liquid Glass design language truly is the star of the show here. Control Center has a fresh new look, Smart Stack looks stunning, and controls in ap

Galaxy S26 Ultra leak reveals just how chunky that camera bump may be

Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR A leak claims the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s camera bump measures 4.5mm, a little over 2mm more than the Galaxy S25 Ultra. It’s said that Samsung is sticking with a 1/2.52″ telephoto sensor at 50MP. The leak also claims that the phone weighs 217g. Recent Galaxy S26 leaks have hinted at Samsung bringing back the camera bump next year. And it’s not just the Galaxy S26 Edge that’s expected to have a bump; it appears this will be the case for the entire series. So i

iOS 26: What to know about the free iPhone software update ahead of the Apple event today

It's almost time: The Apple iPhone 17 event starts today at 1PM ET — that's just hours away. If you want to follow along, you can watch the iPhone 17 launch live and follow Engadget's Apple event liveblog. In addition to the iPhone 17 lineup — including the ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air — we're also expecting to see new Apple Watch models, as well as a new AirPods Pro. Assuming Apple sticks to tradition, we should be able to install iOS 26 about a week or so after the showcase. But you don't have to

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iOS 26 release date expected at today's Apple Event: Find out if your iPhone is compatible for the update

Get ready: The Apple iPhone 17 event is kicking off in less than five hours. During today's "awe dropping" keynote, we're expecting to see several new products announced, including the iPhone 17 Air and several other devices. (Here's how to watch it live, and you can read Engadget's real-time Apple event liveblog, too.) In addition to the new hardware, we should also get a final confirmation of when we'll be able to download the final versions of iOS 26 and iPad 26 next week. Coming with those

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iOS 26 Cheat Sheet: What to Know About the Upcoming iPhone Update

Apple announced at its Worldwide Developers Conference in June that it will release iOS 26 (not iOS 19) this fall -- I'm predicting in less than 10 days. The update will bring a new Liquid Glass design, call screening and more to your iPhone. Developers and beta testers can try all those new features now. *Note that iOS 26 is still in beta, so features might not work properly. We recommend downloading a beta on a secondary device or something other than your primary device, since it might be bu

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iOS 26: Everything you need to know about the iPhone update ahead of the Apple event tomorrow

Tomorrow, September 9, marks Apple's iPhone 17 event. That means we'll finally have more answers about the presumed iPhone 17 lineup — including the ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air. Interested in following along? Here's how you can watch the iPhone 17 launch. Assuming Apple sticks to tradition, we should be able to install iOS 26 about a week or so after the showcase. But you don't have to wait to test out the new features, since you can download and install the newly released public beta 6 or iOS 26

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7 useful iOS 26 AI features launching alongside iPhone 17 (and these older models)

Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET's key takeaways Apple's iPhone launch event will take place on Tuesday, September 9. The new devices will include new Apple Intelligence features via iOS 26. Some older models will also have access to iOS 26 Apple Intelligence features. The big iPhone 17 product launch is taking place tomorrow, and while all eyes are on the new devices, especially the highly anticipated iPhone Air, slated to be the company'

iOS 26 release date expected at Tuesday's Apple Event: Check to see if your iPhone is compatible for the update

We're almost there: The Apple iPhone 17 event is tomorrow, Tuesday, September 9. We expect to see new additions, like the iPhone 17 Air, among other devices. The company has titled the event "awe dropping" and if all goes as expected, we should be able to download iOS 26 and iPad 26 sometime next week. Coming with those OS updates are substantial changes to your iPhone and iPad's software. You may have already heard about "Liquid Glass," which (intentional or not) is sort of like Apple's take o

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The Galaxy S26 Ultra’s 5x camera could finally get a loooooong overdue upgrade

Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra’s 5x camera is tipped to have a wider aperture. This would enable brighter, cleaner shots, particularly in low-light conditions. It would also allow for 5x portrait snaps with more natural bokeh effects. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leaks continue to stream in, and we recently saw camera specs surface online. Now, a trusted leaker has revealed even more details about the Ultra phone’s camera hardware. Don’t want to miss the

This iOS 26 Alarm Trick Can Give You a Few More Minutes of Sleep

Apple could release iOS 26 any day now, and it will bring a new Liquid Glass design, call screening and your iPhone. It will also update the alarm feature in the clock app so you can change your snooze length, affording you a few more z's before you get up and tackle the day. And developers and beta testers can try this feature out now with the iOS 26 beta. Before this change, if you hit your iPhone alarm's snooze feature, you would always get an extra 9 minutes of shut-eye. With the iOS 26 bet

Galaxy S26 Pro, S26 Ultra renders reveal the return of camera bumps

TL;DR Apparent Galaxy S26 series renders have surfaced online. We get a first look at the purported Galaxy S26 Pro and Galaxy S26 Ultra. We also get a look at the S26 Edge, and this render lines up with a previous image. We got a first look at the Galaxy S26 Edge late last week, showing a tweaked design compared to the Galaxy S25 Edge. Now, a different source has revealed renders apparently showing all three Galaxy S26 series models. SmartPrix posted renders that purportedly show the Galaxy

iPhone 17 Pro pre-order and release aren’t the only big Apple moments this September

September has officially arrived, and with the new month comes the end of summer and the beginning of a busy fall for Apple. In the weeks ahead, there are several key dates to anticipate for Apple fans, even beyond the major iPhone 17 event set for September 9. Tuesday, September 9: Awe Dropping event Apple’s annual fall keynote kicks off at 10 am PT/1 pm ET on Tuesday, September 9. The company is expected to unveil the iPhone 17 lineup, including the ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air, alongside Apple

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iOS 26 introduces higher quality screen recordings for iPhone and iPad

For the first time, iOS 26 will let you record the screen of your iPhone or iPad in its full resolution, resulting in higher-quality and better-looking screen captures. Screen recording was first introduced with iOS 11, finally providing an easy way to capture what’s on your screen without using a computer. Since then, the resolution of those recordings has been limited to a maximum of 1920px in either height or width. This means that all modern iPhones have recorded at 884×1920, which on an iP

Galaxy S26 Edge renders show the iPhone 17-like design, corroborate Qi2 magnets [Gallery]

Following an early leak yesterday, a new set of renders has essentially confirmed that the Galaxy S26 Edge will look a lot like Apple’s next iPhone, while apparently also adding Qi2 magnets. Images created by @OnLeaks for Android Headlines show what the Galaxy S26 Edge will look like, based on CAD files used for making accessories for the device. The renders show a device with a drastically different design that includes a full-width camera module, but only two cameras mounted on the far left s

iOS 26 adds (and removes) CarPlay wallpaper options

Apple has changed up the wallpaper collection on CarPlay in iOS 26 Several new options have been added. The update also removes many of the existing wallpaper options that were still hanging around from older iOS versions. CarPlay in iOS 26 includes nine wallpaper choices. Each wallpaper changes its appearance for light and dark mode, creating 18 possible options. CarPlay previously featured a variety of wallpaper styles, including versions based on iPhone default wallpapers from over the year

Ryan Reynolds and Mark Ruffalo Are Both Downplaying Their Rumored Marvel Futures

Two massive, massive Marvel movies are set to release in 2026, and, according to two massive, massive actors, they may not be included. This week, both Mark Ruffalo and Ryan Reynolds downplayed rumors of their appearances in next year’s Spider-Man: Brand New Day and Avengers: Doomsday, respectively, but we aren’t quite buying it. To recap, earlier this year, news broke that Mark Ruffalo would be returning as Hulk in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, set for release July 31, 2026. That has yet to be of

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Edge might look like an iPhone 17 Pro

is a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and editor at MUO. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. The rumor mill just churned up a purported render of Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Edge, and it only adds to speculation that the super-slim phone will look like the upcoming iPhone 17 Pro. The renders, shared with Android Headlines by reliable leaker OnLeaks, show a dev

Galaxy S26 series rumor may have just revealed almost everything about the cameras

Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR A leak may have revealed most of the camera specs for the Galaxy S26 series. The Galaxy S26 Ultra may feature 200MP main, 12MP telephoto with 3x zoom, 50MP telephoto with 5x zoom, and 50MP ultrawide cameras. The Galaxy S26 Edge may have 200MP main and 50MP ultrawide cameras, while the S26 Pro is said to have a 50MP ultrawide. It’s been an active day for Samsung Galaxy S26 leaks. Not only did CAD renders of the Galaxy S26 Edge show up, but also dummy units