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Apple's upcoming iPhone launch is expected to carry higher prices, driven by a persistent global shortage of memory chips. Industry data shows hundreds of companies flagging memory costs and shortages last quarter, reversing decades of falling memory prices that once let devices grow more powerful without becoming pricier.
Ahead of Apple's September 9 event, where the company is expected to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max and a foldable iPhone Ultra, a rumored dark cherry red color option for the Pro models has inspired a fan-made AI video ad. The creator clearly labeled the clip as AI-generated rather than presenting it as a leak.
Walmart sells used iPhones under distinct quality labels—Restored Premium, Restored, and Marketplace Pre-Owned—each with different testing standards, battery capacity guarantees, and cosmetic grading. The condition and grade (Like New, Good, or Fair) appear near the product image and Add to Cart button, and directly affect the device's return policy.
A troubleshooting guide outlines fixes for frequent Apple Wallet and Apple Pay issues, such as cards being declined due to expiration or reissue, outdated iOS software, and regional restrictions. The recommended fixes include removing and re-adding cards, updating iOS through Settings, and verifying that the device's region matches supported Apple Pay markets.
Apple's iOS 18 update introduced support for Rich Communication Services (RCS), replacing the older SMS-based system for cross-platform messaging. This change resolves the long-standing issue of photos and videos losing quality when sent from Android phones to iPhones.
Apple's Find My network is a separate, crowdsourced Bluetooth feature from the standard Find My app, and it must be manually enabled to locate an iPhone that is offline, in Power Reserve mode, or powered down. Users can verify and adjust these settings under Settings > [Name] > Find My, and should also enable Send Last Location, Location Services, and Bluetooth to ensure tracking works. Disabling Control Center access from the lock screen can also stop thieves from quickly enabling airplane mode to cut a stolen phone off from the network.
With Apple's new iPhone lineup arriving and starting storage now set at 256GB, buyers face the usual question of whether that capacity will last. Analysts note 256GB can hold roughly 70,000 photos, enough for most casual users, but heavy 4K video recording or large AAA games can eat through that space quickly.
A tech writer tested the redesigned Siri AI in the iOS 27 developer beta for a month, initially impressed by its polished interface and ability to search personal data like old texts and photos. Despite genuine improvements over previous Siri versions, daily usage tapered off as the writer reverted to manual browsing and continued relying on Anthropic's Claude chatbot instead.
Apple maintains significantly higher price points for iPhones compared to iPads despite similar underlying technology, reflecting deliberate business positioning rather than manufacturing differences. The pricing gap stems from the iPhone's role as an essential daily device with premium brand positioning, while iPads serve as secondary devices where Apple needs affordability to compete with Chromebooks and grow its ecosystem.
Safari now includes a Notify Me tool that lets users describe custom conditions, such as a price drop or restocked item, and get alerted when those conditions are met. The feature is accessed through the address bar menu, works on iPhone, iPad and Mac, and lets users choose how often it checks for changes.
Clucky is a new iPhone alarm app founded by former Fanatics engineer Adrian Angelo Abelarde that forces users to complete tasks like math problems, push-ups, or an AI camera challenge before the alarm can be silenced. It offers sound options ranging from a crowing rooster to gentle chimes, plus a group feature called 'Nest' or 'Flock' letting friends hold each other accountable for waking up together. The app is free to download with a $39.99 annual pro subscription.
Apple has revealed more details about iPhone Handoff, a feature coming with iOS 27 that lets a user pair two iPhones so both can use the same phone number, with one device set as primary and the other as a companion. A demo showing setup through Xcode 27's Device Hub surfaced after the feature was first teased at WWDC in June without specifics.