09-17-25 -

Boox Tab X C review: A jack of all trades, a master of none
The Boox Tab X C wants to be your eReader, notebook, and laptop all at once — but it's not quite pulling it off.Boox Tab X C ePaper tabletAt this point, I think I may just be AppleInsider's resident Boox expert. I've reviewed a lot of Boox's lin...

09-17-25 -

'The Off Weeks' drama starring Ben Stiller coming to Apple TV+
Ben Stiller is taking a break from directing "Severance" to get back to his acting roots with "The Off Weeks," a drama about a divorced father dealing with managing split custody and a new love life.Ben Stiller and the 'Severan...

09-17-25 -

Apple to release software fix for iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro camera issues
The iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro will receive a software update that resolves an apparent camera-related issue, Apple has confirmed.Apple will release a camera-related software update for the iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro.Though the iPhone 17 range...

09-17-25 -

iPhone 18 Pro rumored to feature 'slightly transparent' back glass
The iPhone 18 Pro could feature a noticeably different glass section on the rear, according to an early, but sketchy rumor.The iPhone 18 Pro could ship with transparent back glass.Apple has just unveiled the iPhone 17 Pro at its "Awe Dropping...

09-17-25 -

Apple CEO Tim Cook attended UK state dinner with President Trump
United States President Donald Trump continues to keep Apple CEO Tim Cook busy with various dinners and events that seek to increase government relationships with Silicon Valley, this time in the UK.UK House of ParliamentIt is no secret that world...

09-17-25 -

Baseus PicoGo MagSafe batteries review: all better than Apple's new one
Baseus's latest lineup of MagSafe battery packs are an excellent alternative to Apple's oddly exclusive iPhone Air MagSafe Battery, and there are three to choose from all at a fraction of the cost.Baseus has better MagSafe battery options for your...

09-17-25 -

Mac Studio M3 Ultra owners can't install macOS Tahoe yet
Apple's high-end Mac Studio with M3 Ultra Apple Silicon will download macOS Tahoe, but it won't install, leaving users stuck on the older system version.Apple's Mac Studio - Image credit AppleInsider.comWhen Apple rolled out macOS Tahoe worldwide ...

09-17-25 -

Prime Big Deal Days is coming Oct. 7, but you can save up to $450 on Apple now
Prime Big Deal Days runs October 7-8, but there are plenty of bargains in effect now on iPads, Macs, AirPods, Apple Watches, and more that can score you some of the lowest prices of the year.Save up to $450 on Apple ahead of Amazon fall Prime Day ...

09-17-25 -

Low-cost MacBook rumored to enter mass production shortly
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo claims that Apple's lower-cost MacBook, based on an iPhone processor, will start to be manufactured by the end of 2025.Apple could be looking to bring out a successor to its lower cost MacBookIt was Ming-Chi Kuo who in June 20...

09-17-25 -

Liquid Glass is causing a disorientating optical illusion for some iPhone users
While far from everyone can see this, a number of people are reporting that iPhone app icons on iOS 26 are appearing slanted, making some even feel dizzy.Despite how it may look, that app icon is not really slanted.It's not one of the features of ...

09-17-25 -

AirPods Pro 3 vs Beats Powerbeats Pro 2: Health and hearing
Apple's AirPods Pro 3 now have heart monitoring, the same feature as the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2. Here's how the two ear-based fitness trackers size up.AirPods Pro 3 [left], Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 [right]The AirPods Pro 3 arrive with a number of im...

09-17-25 -

Custom chips and thermal monitoring at heart of Apple's 40W Dynamic Power Ada...
A teardown of Apple's new 40W Dynamic Power Adapter shows how Apple manages to squeeze a massive 60W charging capacity while also maintaining safety by monitoring the temperature.Apple's 40W Dynamic Power Adapter, disassembled - Image Credit: Char...

09-17-25 -

iPhone 17 review roundup -- the best iPhone for almost everyone
The first reviews of the iPhone 17 are now coming out, and every one of them says the same thing — the 2025 base model is excellent.The new iPhone 17 — image credit: AppleThe top of the range iPhone 17 Pro Max is certainly getting a lot of lov...

09-17-25 -

iPhone 17 Pro & iPhone 17 Pro Max review roundup -- fast, excellent, and orange
The first reviews of Apple's flagship iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max are in, and all of of them praise the battery life, and vibrant colors.The new iPhone 17 Pro Max — image credit: AppleWith the iPhone 17 Pro Max going backordered almost i...

09-17-25 -

iPhone Air review roundup: Slim but not perfect
The initial reviews of the iPhone Air are in, and the slimline smartphone is being praised for its design but criticized for feature compromises.The rear of the iPhone AirThe first reviews of the new iPhone variant, the iPhone Air, are starting to...

09-17-25 -

Touchscreen MacBook Pro now predicted for late 2026
It's been predicted just about annually for years, but now analyst Ming-Chi Kuo is sure that by the end of 2026, the MacBook Pro will get a touchscreen display.Detail from one of Apple's many previous patents referring to a touchscreen MacBook Pro...

09-16-25 -

Logitech Lift mouse review: a solid entry-level ergonomic mouse with a few tr...
Ergonomic mice are everywhere now, but the Logitech Lift is one of the more approachable ones, falling somewhere between casual gear and specialty equipment.Logitech Lift Mouse in rose pinkSitting at your desk for hours on end every day isn't grea...

09-16-25 -

Bernstein restarts AAPL coverage with $290 price target
Bernstein is restarting its coverage of Apple and has given its shares a price target of $290, as it sees a favorable future for Apple Intelligence and Apple's on-device AI processing efforts.An improved Siri could pay off for Apple, eventually - ...

09-16-25 -

Be patient: even Apple is behind on its own Liquid Glass redesign
Very few developers have released Liquid Glass updates to their apps, and Apple isn't fully compliant either with its own applications. Based on past experience, it's going to take years before the redesign is the norm.Liquid Glass is here — in ...

09-16-25 -

iPhone 17 vs iPhone 17 Pro -- What a $300 premium gets the Pro
The iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro both received facelifts for 2025. Here's how the specs of the two compare, and whether it is worth paying at least $300 more to go Pro.iPhone 17 [left] vs iPhone 17 Pro [right]Each year, Apple brings out its annual ...

09-16-25 -

Apple Sports update makes it easier to follow your favorite teams everywhere
Apple is making its Sports app more global and customizable, bringing new widgets, more leagues, and wider availability to fans.Apple Sports adds widgets, more leagues, more countriesOn Tuesday, Apple announced an update to its Apple Sports app. N...

09-16-25 -

Apple Watch SE 3 review roundup: who needs the Series 11?
The first reviews for the new Apple Watch SE 3 are out, and without exception, they say it's so good that they're not sure how the Apple Watch Series 11 can compete with it.The new Apple Watch SE — image credit: AppleThe earliest reviewers are s...

09-16-25 -

Secure your family's data from scammers with Incogni's Family & Friends plan
Managing your digital footprint is a necessary full-time job to keep your data safe from scammers, but that responsibility multiplies when you include family members — Incogni is here to help.Incogni can help get your entire family's data away f...

09-16-25 -

Apple Watch Ultra 3 review roundup: excellent and much-needed upgrade
The first reviews for the new Apple Watch Ultra 3 are starting to come out, and they are universally praising of its battery life and its screen.The new Apple Watch Ultra 3 — image credit: AppleThe 2024 update to the old Apple Watch Ultra 2 was ...

09-16-25 -

Apple Watch Series 11 review roundup: Battery life is the biggest benefit
Reviewers of the Apple Watch Series 11 are blown away by battery improvements in a largely unchanged wearable design.Apple Watch Series 11 - Image Credit: AppleThe first reviews of the updated Apple Watch Series 11 have landed. Initial impressions...

09-16-25 -

First Apple Store outside the US relocates back to its original location
Apple Ginza will soon close the temporary location that it has occupied for years, and return to the Tokyo site where it was first opened back in 2003.The new Apple Ginza logo — image credit: AppleFor three years, Apple Ginza has been a eco-frie...

09-15-25 -

How to turn the camera flash on and off in iOS 26
Apple's iOS 26 brings with it a big Liquid Glass design change, and the Camera app has had a refresh to go with it. Some features have moved, including the humble flash.The iPhone has a powerful flash and iOS 26 has changed how you use itWhenever ...

09-15-25 -

Larq PureVis 2 review: A smart water bottle that makes hydration easier
Drinking enough water can feel like a chore, but the Larq PureVis 2 makes it safer, tastier, and even tracks every sip for you.Larq PureVis 2 water bottle — smart and expensiveWater is crucial for life. Drinking it keeps you alive.And yet, someh...

09-15-25 -

Apple has finally explained why battery life can be different after an OS update
It's common sense, so maybe it's why Apple has taken decades to say this — updating your operating system will cause short-term battery drain and heat excursions, and sometimes, battery life will fall because of additions to the operating system...

09-15-25 -

iCloud support culled for iOS 10, macOS Sierra users
Owners of iPhones running on iOS 10 or Macs stlll running macOS Sierra will not be able to access iCloud, with Apple pulling support for the older operating systems as it releases its newest operating systems.iCloud logoIntroducing major operating...

09-15-25 -

If you were running betas, you may need to turn that off to get the updates
Apple released iOS 26 and its companion updates worldwide on September 15 but if you running the betas, you could miss out on the full release. Here's how to get it if you're stuck on the beta.The iOS 26 update has a caveatThe software brings Appl...

09-15-25 -

iOS 18, iOS 16, macOS Sequoia, and macOS Sonoma got updates too
Apple has released updates for some of its older operating systems at the same time as iOS 26, with downloads available for iOS 18.7, macOS Sonoma, macOS Sequoia, and others.macOS running on Apple's hardwareWhile the main focus of Apple's software...

09-15-25 -

Apple adds new tools to help parents manage kids' device use and app access
Apple's latest parental control updates make it easier than ever for parents to keep kids' online experiences safe and age-appropriate.Detail from Apple's child protection white paper — image credit: AppleOn Monday, Apple rolled out updated feat...

09-15-25 -

Amazon slashes M4 MacBook Pro to $1,299, plus save up to $410 across range
Apple deals continue to roll in this September, with Amazon dropping Apple's current M4 MacBook Pro down to just $1,299.Grab the lowest M4 MacBook Pro price at just $1,299 - Image credit: AppleThe $300 discount beats Prime Day pricing as Amazon co...

09-15-25 -

macOS Tahoe with Liquid Glass, Clipboard History, and more is now available
After months in beta testing, Apple's macOS Tahoe has now been officially released, and brings with a new look, plus some excellent features, to the Mac.Apple has officially launched macOS Tahoe — image credit: AppleIt's another case of the most...

09-15-25 -

iPadOS 26 arrives with controversial Liquid Glass and Mac-like multitasking
Apple's iPadOS 26 is finally available to all, with much-needed updates to Notes and Files, plus a new windowed multitasking system. Here's what's new.Apple's iPadOS 26 has finally received its full public release.Apple's 2024 software releases ma...

09-15-25 -

tvOS 26 is out now with karaoke mode, redesign, and big sound upgrades
Apple's tvOS 26 update is here, bringing a bold Liquid Glass redesign, karaoke fun, and major audio upgrades to Apple TV.tvOS 26 is hereUsually, Apple TV updates are somewhat modest compared to other Apple products. However, 2025 has brought more ...

09-15-25 -

watchos 26 is here, and features AI coaching & improved health tools
With the watchOS 26 release, Apple Watch adds Liquid Glass visuals, a Notes app, and wrist flick gestures, while newer models gain exclusive Apple Intelligence features like Live Translation and contextual replies.watchOS 26 is hereThe update is p...

09-15-25 -

Apple releases iOS 26 with Liquid Glass and more intelligence
Apple has released iOS 26 to the public, with the new operating system arriving with its new Liquid Glass appearance.iOS 26 has a range of changes, but Liquid Glass is the most obvious. - Image Credit: AppleApple's next version of iOS was introduc...

09-15-25 -

Spatial widgets add a new dimension to Apple Vision Pro with visionOS 26, ava...
There's a lot of new features arriving with visionOS 26, from spatial widgets to more realistic Personas, spatial computing just got a significant upgrade.visionOS 26 is hereAll eyes might be on iOS 26 and Liquid Glass, but don't forget the operat...

09-15-25 -

TikTok deal may be done: Trump to meet China's Xi Jinping
The White House has announced that there is a plan to sell TikTok's US division and keep it operational in the country, though final details are yet to be resolved.The threat of a TikTok ban may finally be overThe TikTok saga and whether it will o...

09-15-25 -

iPhone Air vs iPhone 17 Pro -- Style versus function
The iPhone Air is both an ultra-thin addition to the iPhone 17 range but also a device that offers some of the benefits that seem Pro-like. Here's how the new slimline model compares against the iPhone 17 Pro.iPhone Air [left] and iPhone 17 Pro [r...

09-15-25 -

Apple's iPhone 17 cases in silicone, clear, TechWoven, tested
Apple has more official first-party cases than ever to welcome the new iPhone 17 lineup. We go hands-on with all the new models, including TechWoven, clear, silicone, and the infamous bumper.There is no shortage of third-party options for iPhone 1...

09-15-25 -

iPhone 17 event recap, Owlet Dream Sight, and more on HomeKit Insider
On the latest HomeKit Insider Podcast episode, we revisit the iPhone 17 event, review two new smart home gadgets, and more.HomeKit Insider PodcastGuest host on this week's episode is Faith O'Hara, Andrew's better half. We get her take on all the n...

09-15-25 -

iPhone 17 Pro is top seller but questions over iPhone Air linger
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo is the latest to report the unsurprising news that the iPhone 17 Pro Max is in high demand, but claims it's much harder to determine whether or not the iPhone Air is a success.The new iPhone 17 Pro Max — image credit: AppleF...

09-15-25 -

AirPods Pro 3 review: The best true wireless earbuds get even better
After years of rumors, Apple's new AirPods Pro 3 have arrived. They include a number of new features that enshrine them as the best true wireless earbuds out there.AirPods Pro 3 review: Apple's latest pro earbuds build on a legacyThe new earbuds w...

09-15-25 -

iPadOS 26 review: The Mac lover's tablet update
After all of the betas, all of the testing, and all of the bugs, it's ready. Apple's iPadOS 26 is the closest thing to macOS on an iPad that we're likely to get, and Apple's tablets are better for it.iPadOS 26 review: The best iPadOS yetFor years,...

09-15-25 -

'Severance' and 'The Studio' earn Apple TV+ a record-breaking 22 Emmys
Apple TV+ has broken records at the Emmys with more wins than ever before — and with "The Studio" becoming the most-winning freshman comedy ever.Tim Cook (center) with "Severance" stars Britt Lower (left), Tramell Tillman (ri...

09-14-25 -

Amazon's $799 M4 MacBook Air deal is back, plus save up to $500 on upgraded m...
Amazon's popular $799 M4 MacBook Air deal has returned, with upgraded M3 and M4 models up to $500 off this week.Apple's M4 MacBook Air is back on sale for $799 at Amazon - Image credit: AppleAmazon's $799 M4 13-inch MacBook Air sale delivers the b...

09-14-25 -

Hands on: Apple's new 60W charger is effectively required for iPhone 17 fast ...
The new iPhone 17 fast charging features can half-fill the battery in only 20 minutes. To do it, you need Apple's new charger too.Apple's new power supply is best paired with an iPhone 17 or iPhone AirApple has been incrementally improving the cha...