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Apple is about to finally give iPad users the best reason to go iPad Pro

Apple launched the iPad Pro nearly 10 years ago, yet this fall as the M5 iPad Pro arrives powered by iPadOS 26, the company will finally have a great reason for users to go Pro. The disappointing history of iPad Pro letdowns When the iPad Pro first came on the scene in 2015, I’ll confess that I thought it was kind of ridiculous. “A 13-inch iPad? What’s the point?” Turns out, I ended up loving the iPad Pro. I quickly made it my full-time computer, replacing the Mac. But many users who have t

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I deciphered Apple's iPhone 17 event invite - my 3 biggest theories for what's expected

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET's key takeaways Apple has confirmed its next iPhone launch event will take place on Tuesday, September 9. The invitation graphic hints at the possibility of new iPhone 17 colors and improved thermal cooling. A deeper look suggests temperature-related features to the AirPods and Apple Watches. Apple's biggest event of the year is just weeks away, with new iPhones, Apple Watches, AirPods -- and maybe a few surprises

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Hardware Flaw in Apple A16 Chip: Debug Logic Active on Production Devices

A16-FuseBypass: Debug Logic Enabled on Production Apple Silicon Overview This repository documents a critical hardware-level vulnerability in the Apple A16 Bionic chip used in iPhone 14 Pro Max and related devices. The flaw allows debug logic—meant strictly for development silicon—to be executed on production-fused devices ( dev-fused = 0 ) running stock, unmodified iOS with debug = 0x0 . No jailbreak. No provisioning profile. No tampering. Just flawed hardware trust enforcement. Summary of

Apple Reportedly Still Under Pressure to Give UK Government Backdoor iCloud Access

The UK government continues to seek access to Apple's iCloud services, according to a new report, with its request to access people's data seemingly even broader than originally thought. According to a legal filing seen by the Financial Times, the UK Home Office wanted backdoor access to standard iCloud services in addition to those secured with the highest level of encryption. Just last week, President Donald Trump's Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard said that the UK and US had

Apple iOS 26: Everything you need to know about the new features in the upcoming iPhone update

In just over a week, the Apple iPhone 17 event will be here — it's Tuesday, September 9 — and we'll finally get to see the new iPhone 17 lineup. Assuming Apple sticks to tradition, we should be able to install iOS 26 roughly one week after the event. But you don't have to wait to test out the new features because you can download and install the newly released public beta 5 (or iOS 26 developer beta 8 for developers). I've been playing around with it for the past couple of weeks, and have found

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If these iPhone 17 Air rumors are real, my old phone is about to be retired

The iPhone Plus model (pictured) may potentially be replaced by the iPhone Air/Slim. Kerry Wan/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET's key takeaways iPhone 17 Air may debut as Apple's thinnest phone ever. Single rear camera shows Apple's thinness trade-offs. Expected to debut on Sept. 9, 2025, priced around $900. Apple is rumored to be spicing things for this year's iPhone event. It could introduce an ultra-thin model for the 2025 iPhone lineup called the iPhone

All the Subtle Changes iOS 26 Brings to Your Lock Screen

Apple released the fifth public beta of iOS 26 on Aug. 25. The beta brought a handful of new features to the iPhones of developers and testers, including a new Liquid Glass design and the ability to screen incoming calls. The update also brings more customization options to your lock screen. With the release of iOS 18, you could remove and change the controls on your lock screen, a welcome upgrade if you ever found yourself accidentally pressing your flashlight control when putting your phone b

Court documents shed new light on UK-Apple row over user data

Court documents shed new light on UK-Apple row over user data 1 hour ago Share Save Graham Fraser Technology Reporter Share Save Getty Images The UK government may have wanted to force Apple to provide it with access to more customer data than previously thought, a court document has indicated. A row erupted between the two after it emerged the Home Office asked the tech giant for the right access to highly encrypted user data stored via a service called Advanced Data Protection (ADP). Now a

Apple TV+ has two of its biggest hit shows returning very soon

Apple TV+ is about to kick off its biggest fall lineup ever, and the first TV shows premiering just happen to be two of the streamer’s most popular series of all time. Here’s what’s coming. The Morning Show returns September 17, packing more star power than ever Apple TV+ launched in 2019 with The Morning Show as its biggest tentpole, and the series has remained one of the streamer’s most popular offerings ever since. The Morning Show season 4 premieres on Wednesday, September 17 with its fir

Brand new iPhone 17 accessories are coming from Apple, here’s what’s rumored

Apple is about to unveil its iPhone 17 lineup, and with it several brand new accessories are expected to debut. Joining the standard Apple silicone cases, here’s everything new that rumors say Apple has coming. TechWoven cases TechWoven case mockup via Majin Bu Two years ago, Apple stopped offering leather iPhone cases and instead launched a more eco-friendly option: FineWoven. It didn’t take long before FineWoven started showing durability issues that led to user complaints. Apple was quick

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Security Bite: Why it’s mathematically impossible to stop malware

9to5Mac Security Bite is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Making Apple devices work-ready and enterprise-safe is all we do. Our unique integrated approach to management and security combines state-of-the-art Apple-specific security solutions for fully automated Hardening & Compliance, Next Generation EDR, AI-powered Zero Trust, and exclusive Privilege Management with the most powerful and modern Apple MDM on the market. The result is a totally automated Appl

Car Keys in Wallet are about to launch for two long-awaited vehicles

Apple announced earlier this summer that 13 new vehicle brands would soon support car keys in the Wallet app, and now it seems that the first two are nearly ready to launch: Rivian’s second-gen R1S and R1T, which first announced support last June. Rivian R1S and R1T launching car keys in Wallet very soon Car keys are a beloved feature for users with a supported vehicle. With a car key in Apple’s Wallet app, you can gain access to your vehicle using only your iPhone or Apple Watch. No need for

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AirTag deal: Get a four-pack of Apple's Bluetooth trackers for $70 for Labor Day

Labor Day sales include a decent number of Apple devices this year, from big to small. AirTags are among the latter; you can pick up a four-pack of the Bluetooth trackers for only $70 right now. That's only about $5 more than the pack's record-low price, and it's one of the best prices we've seen all year. For Apple users, AirTags offer some large advantages over rival trackers. The ultra-wideband functionality offers precise tracking with iPhones less than five years old, so you can narrow you

Show HN: Sosumi.ai – Convert Apple Developer docs to AI-readable Markdown

Disclaimer: This is an unofficial, independent project and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Apple Inc. “Apple”, “Xcode”, and related marks are trademarks of Apple Inc. This service is an accessibility-first, on‑demand renderer. It converts a single Apple Developer page to Markdown only when requested by a user. It does not crawl, spider, or bulk download; it does not attempt to bypass authentication or security; and it implements rate limiting to avoid imposing unreasonable load. Content

iPhone 17 Air Rumors: What to Expect From Apple's Thin Phone

Key takeaways The iPhone 17 Air will reportedly replace the iPhone Plus model. It could measure 5.5mm thick and have a 6.6-inch display. iOS 26's Adaptive Power feature could help mitigate battery compromises with a skinnier iPhone. This slim iPhone 17 could cost $900, but the price may be affected by tariffs. It could come in four color options, including a buzzed-about sky blue hue. As September approaches, so too does the anticipated reveal of the next iPhone, which could include the thin

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Clues for Apple's iPhone 17 Event Point to More Than Thin Phones

The iPhone lineup will forever change on Sept. 9, as Apple's big "Awe Dropping" iPhone 17 event might reveal an ultra-thin model, nicknamed by many as "iPhone Air." Months of leaks, reports and rumors have analysts and pundits not only expecting a new, thinner iPhone in the 10 a.m. PT live-streamed presentation, but also new models of the Apple Watch Series 11 and AirPods Pro 3. Apple may have hidden clues in the art of the announcement. For this week's episode of One More Thing, embedded above

Samsung’s latest dig at the iPhone lacks wit, but it has a cat at least

Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung has launched a new ad film, teasing Apple for its lack of a folding iPhone. The video shows the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and suggests it is a superior phone for multitasking. Despite its cheekiness, a cute feline, the ad feels dull and not as hilarious as some of Samsung’s older jabs. If you ever comb through the internet for phone brands poking fun at each other, you’re highly likely to find Samsung attempting to ridicule Apple. Some of its videos are

UK's demand for Apple backdoor may have been broader than previously thought

The UK's Investigatory Powers Tribunal (IPT) has submitted a new legal filing, suggesting that authorities wanted the iCloud backdoor they're demanding Apple to create to be able to access more data than previously thought. According to the Financial Times, UK's Home Office has also yet to legally withdraw or change its order for Apple to create backdoor access to its users' data. If you'll recall, US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard claimed a few days ago that the UK "has agreed

Engadget Podcast: iPhone 17 event preview with Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman

Now that Apple has scheduled its iPhone 17 event for September 9th, it's time to dive into everything we’re expecting. In this episode, Devindra and Engadget's Igor Bonifacic chat with Bloomberg's Mark Gurman about his latest Apple scoops. We're expecting an ultra-thin iPhone Air (which may turn out to be a dud), but when will we hear more about Apple's rumored move into robotics and that darned foldable iPhone? Subscribe! Topics iPhone 17 event preview with Mark Gurman: Apple’s rumored iPh

Apple iPhone 17 launch event: What to expect

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 is just days away from revealing its newest iPhones during its “Awe dropping” event on September 9th. It seems like this year’s launch will offer more than just a simple spec bump, as rumors point to an ultra-thin iPhone arriving alongside the rest of Appl

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Apple's new iOS 26 public beta 5 is here, but is your iPhone eligible for the update? Check this list

In just a few days, the Apple iPhone 17 event will be here — the "awe dropping" event is officially confirmed for Tuesday, September 9. If Apple follows its past schedule, that could mean we'll get to download iOS 26 and iPad 26 exactly one week after the event. Coming with the OS 26es are huge upgrades to your iPhone and iPad's operating systems. You've heard of Liquid Glass, right? It's like the better-executed version of Windows Vista and definitely one of the cooler features coming this fall

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This iMac G3 LEGO idea is as unlikely to get approved as it is awesome

Every once in a while, an Apple-related project gets submitted to LEGO’s Product Ideas page. Just recently, the LEGO Apple Store concept quickly blew past the 10,000-vote threshold needed to enter official review. Now, a new submission is making the rounds, and it is pretty cool. ‘I wanted people to pick up this nostalgic computer again’ Developed by fan designer terauma, this 700-part project features the classic Bondi Blue iMac G3 along with the “hockey puck” mouse and keyboard, properly wir

Rumor Replay: AirPods Pro 3 launch, new iPhone 17 Pro feature, and more

This is Rumor Replay, a weekly column at 9to5Mac offering a quick rundown of the most recent Apple product rumors, with analysis and commentary. Today: AirPods Pro 3 launch timing and AirPods 4-inspired changes, a new iPhone 17 Pro feature rumor, Camera Control 2.0, and more. Here are this week’s Apple rumors. AirPods Pro 3 launch seems imminent After a lot of uncertainty around AirPods Pro 3 launch timing, and a growing likelihood that we may have to wait until 2026, Mark Gurman at Bloomberg

Are you hoping for a live iPhone event on September 9? [Poll]

To say that Apple’s pre-recorded events are divisive is an understatement. What initially seemed like a pandemic-fueled stopgap has become the company’s standard way to make announcements, even though its competitors have largely moved back to live presentations. With the upcoming “Awe Dropping” event, Apple has an opportunity to take a new crack at the live event format. Do you think it’ll take it? Apple has been doubling down on pre-recorded events There is no question that Apple prefers th

Torrent app unavailable at AltStore PAL following apparent notarization revocation by Apple [Update: Apple statement]

Update, August 28, 11:19 a.m. PT: In a statement to 9to5Mac, an Apple spokesperson said: “Notarization for this app was removed in order to comply with government sanctions-related rules in various jurisdictions. We have communicated this to the developer.” When Apple was compelled to allow alternative iOS app stores in the EU, it adopted the notarization model familiar to Mac developers. This means that if Apple revokes the notarization of a certain app, its distribution and use get blocked, e

Apple Watch Ultra 3’s software might be another reason to upgrade from Ultra 1

Two years after its predecessor launched, Apple Watch Ultra 3 is almost here. And in addition to the array of hardware upgrades coming, the Ultra 3 could also push Ultra 1 owners to upgrade with a variety of software features. watchOS is getting even more features not supported by Apple Watch Ultra 1 When the Apple Watch Ultra 2 debuted in 2023, it was a fairly minor, iterative update over the original Ultra. Now that more time has passed between hardware generations, Apple’s forthcoming Ultr

iPhone 17 event is official, Apple acquisition strategy, TV+ price rise

Benjamin and Chance prepare to have their jaw dropped in the run up to the September 9 Apple event where we expect to see iPhone 17, Apple Watch Series 11 and maybe AirPods Pro 3. There’s an interesting report on Apple’s strategic calculus when it comes to acquiring other companies, and Gemini might become the brain of Siri. Also, Apple TV+ ups its monthly price by a hefty 30%. And in Happy Hour Plus, we reflect on the last fifteen years of Apple event slogans, and whether there’s a trend of de

New Xcode beta now available with GPT-5 and Claude support

Apple has released a new beta of Xcode 26 for developers today with a pair of notable changes. There’s now support for ChatGPT 5, as well as built-in integration with Anthropic’s Claude. When Apple announced Xcode 26 at WWDC, the company touted the ability for developers to tap into ChatGPT and other providers to write code, fix bugs, access documentation, and more. Here’s how Apple described it at the time: Developers can connect large language models directly into their coding experience to

Apple teases new Powerbeats Fit earbuds launching soon

Apple is working on a new flavor of its popular Powerbeats earbuds, dubbed the Powerbeats Fit. Apple teased the new earbuds in a video on YouTube today, referring to them as “fit for every move.” Apple says the Powerbeats Fit are “coming fall 2025.” There’s no word on what’s new with the Powerbeats Fit. They appear to be the follow-up to the Beats Fit Pro, which debuted in 2021. Beats Fit Pro offer a compact in-ear design with an added hook to further secure the fit. They offer features like A

Deals: 1TB M4 MacBook Air, AirPods 4 now even lower, iPhone 15 Pro Max $725 off, MagSafe stands, more

Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is starting off with our growing collection of Apple gear Labor Day deals you’ll find organized for you right here. We are also highlighting a 1TB M4 MacBook Air configuration with 24GB of RAM at $200 off the list ($600 under the MSRP on the comparable MacBook Pro), price drops on all of Apple’s most affordable current-gen iPad models starting from $299, and an even lower price on AirPods 4 ANC at $139. The 1TB iPhone 15 Pro Max has now dropped even lower at over $72

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