03-30-26 -

How to back up your iPhone & iPad to your Mac before something goes wrong
Backing up your iPhone or iPad to your Mac is the fastest and most reliable way to protect your data, and is especially useful before updates, repairs, or device replacement.How to back up your iPhone and iPad to MacBacking up your iPhone or iPad ...

03-30-26 -

The Epic vs. Apple case won't get a rehearing for App Store fees
Apple's request for a rehearing in its lawsuit with Epic Games over App Store fees has been denied, which means no changes will be made to how external purchases are handled for now.Apple's request for a rehearing has been denied.The battle betwee...

03-30-26 -

Apple is more aggressively booting vibe coding apps from the App Store
Apple made vibe coding easier with Xcode integrations, which has allowed the App Store to grow faster than ever. However, it is cracking down on apps that use AI to generate unreviewable code inside the app.Apple remains judge, jury, and execution...

03-30-26 -

Save $200 on Apple's M5 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro, lowest prices to date
Two 2026 16-inch MacBook Pro models with Apple's M5 Pro chip are discounted exclusively for AppleInsider readers, delivering the lowest prices on record.Grab the lowest prices ever on Apple's 16-inch MacBook Pro M5 Pro.Kicking off the sale is the ...

03-30-26 -

New in iOS 26.5: Notification Forwarding, Apple Intelligence in China
The first beta of iOS 26.5 has arrived, with Apple Intelligence now making its way to users in China, and Notification Forwarding expanding beyond the EU.The first developer beta of iOS 26.5 can now be installed.On Monday, less than a week after i...

03-30-26 -

Apple Intelligence rolled out in China accidentally, without government approval
Almost a year and a half after introduction in the U.S., it looks like Apple Intelligence is on the cusp of launching in China.Apple Intelligence is finally arriving on devices in ChinaApple Intelligence had a gradual rollout in Western countries,...

03-30-26 -

First iOS 26.5, macOS 26.5 developer betas now available for testing
After the 26.4 releases, Apple is now testing iOS 26.5, iPadOS 26.5, watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, visionOS 26.5, and macOS Tahoe 26.4 with developers.Apple's hardware that works with the 26-generation operating systems - Image Credit: AppleApple relea...

03-30-26 -

iPhone 18 Pro's Dynamic Island might look like this
Leakers are jumping on rumors that the iPhone 18 will introduce a smaller Dynamic Island, this time supplying images supposedly showing the punch-out.Images supposedly showing a smaller Dynamic Island - Image Credit: Early Apple Leaks/Ice Universe...

03-30-26 -

Amazon's Big Spring Sale ends March 31, grab an iPad from $299
Amazon's Big Spring Sale delivers iPad deals from just $299, with discounts of up to $366 off Apple's tablet line.Grab iPad deals from $299 during Amazon's Big Spring Sale.Amazon's Big Spring Sale ends tomorrow, and today we're following iPad deal...

03-30-26 -

GeForce Now streams Apple Vision Pro faster & better than to Meta headsets
Nvidia's recent update to GeForce Now enables a better gaming experience on Apple Vision Pro than any other headset. Here's what's changed with the game streaming service.Apple Vision Pro is compatible with Nvidia GeForce NowWhile you can play gam...

03-30-26 -

That top Google result for Homebrew could infect your Mac
Malicious ads are pushing fake Homebrew installers to Mac users, and the attack relies on trusting the first Google search result.macOS TerminalAttackers are buying Google ads to place a fake Homebrew site above the real one, then trick users into...

03-30-26 -

Apple's AI home strategy, hands on with Sonos Play, and more on Smart Home In...
On this week's episode of the Smart Home Insider podcast, we go hands on with the new Sonos Play speaker, test out Matter cameras, and discuss Apple's AI home plans.Smart Home Insider PodcastSitting in as guest host this week is Dan Turk. Dan is V...

03-30-26 -

Apple's third co-founder insists he still owns 10% of Apple
Apparently Ron Wayne wasn't splitting hairs. Despite quitting after 12 days, and being paid off twice, the third Apple co-founder has doubled-down on his odd claim of still owning 10% of the company.Apple co-founder Ronald Wayne at the Computer Hi...

03-30-26 -

M5 MacBook Air review: Incremental update, but the best buy for most
The new MacBook Air with M5 is no longer the entry-level MacBook in Apple's catalog. It's still the one most people should buy.M5 MacBook Air reviewThe new M5 MacBook Air launched into in era when Apple is taking big steps to adjust its lineup. Wi...

03-30-26 -

It's going to be a long wait for an OLED iMac
You're going to have to be patient if you want an OLED iMac, with the recent rumors suggesting that Apple is very early in the testing process.24-inch iMacAfter many years of using LED backlighting and using miniLED in some cases, Apple has gradua...

03-30-26 -

Apple Ireland appears to have broken sanctions on Russia
Apple's Ireland subsidiary has been fined half a million dollars by UK regulators who say the company probably broke sanctions against Russia.Moscow — image credit:WikimediaAfter Russia began its attacks on Ukraine in 2022, both the US and Europ...

03-29-26 -

Amazon slashes up to $200 off new M5 Pro & M5 Max MacBook Pros
Both 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models are eligible for Big Spring Sale savings to the tune of up to $200 off, delivering the lowest prices on record.Save up to $200 on Apple's brand-new M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro - Image credit: AppleAppl...

03-29-26 -

Sunday Reboot: Addiction, VR, and how the iPhone Air doesn't suck
In this week's "Sunday Reboot," social addiction is a slippery slope for Apple's App Store, Nvidia CloudXR is a great thing for Apple Vision Pro gaming, and the iPhone Air isn't as bad as you'd think.Apple Vision Pro, YouTube, Instagram,...

03-29-26 -

Anniversary party at Apple Park will feature a British Invasion performance
Apple will be ending its 50th-anniversary celebrations in the coming week, with an unnamed British performer set to entertain employees at Apple Park.Apple ParkApple's celebration to mark the 50th anniversary of the company has resulted in perform...

03-27-26 -

Former Google VP to lead Apple's AI product marketing
Apple has snatched up Lilian Rincon, a nearly decade-long Google veteran, as it continues to retool its Apple Intelligence team.Apple Intelligence continues to undergo changesBefore working at Apple, Rincon served as Vice President of Product Mana...

03-27-26 -

New AirPods Max 2 drop to $529 with this weekend's best preorder deal
Despite preorders selling out at other retailers, AirPods Max 2 are on sale now at Walmart, with a $20 weekend discount and a preorder price guarantee.AirPods Max 2 are on sale now with a preorder price guarantee - Image credit: ApplePick up Apple...

03-27-26 -

Get Paramount Plus for $2.99/mo for 2 months with this flash streaming deal
A month-end streaming deal discounts Paramount Plus to $2.99 per month for two months, and the best part is you can choose any plan.Get Paramount Plus for just $2.99 per month for 2 months - Image credit: ParamountFrom sports to original dramas, P...

03-27-26 -

Apple claims a 100% protection rate with iPhone Lockdown Mode
Apple says that nobody has ever been successfully hacked when their iPhone or other device was in Lockdown Mode, showing just how vital the security feature can be.Lockdown Mode on iPhone is for users facing grave threats to their digital security...

03-27-26 -

WWDC, Apple Music Genius, and ads in Apple Maps, on the AppleInsider Podcast
Apple has announced the dates for its annual WWDC and hinted that this is when the new Siri is coming, plus it's released AI features in Apple Music, and says ads are coming to Apple Maps, all on the AppleInsider Podcast.WWDC is comingAs reluctant...

03-27-26 -

Studio Display XDR review: An almost pixel perfect monitor for creative pros
Apple's new Studio Display XDR is nearly everything I'm looking for in a display, but there are still compromises, particularly in a cross-platform environment.Studio Display XDR review: The Apple monitor for creative prosThe Studio Display XDR is...

03-27-26 -

All iPhone 18 models will get a smaller Dynamic Island, says optimistic leak
It could be wishful thinking, but a tiny new leak appears to suggest that Apple will shrink the Dynamic Island on every iPhone 18.The Dynamic Island is Apple's way of making a virtue out of the necessary Face ID and camera notchSince the very day ...

03-27-26 -

Apple at 50: John Sculley, Apple's most maligned CEO
John Sculley's ten years as Apple CEO saw huge financial growth and innovative ideas like the Newton — but also a financial crash and the ousting of Steve Jobs.John Sculley in 2015 — image credit: Web SummitIf you can just stick around long en...

03-26-26 -

Anime streaming service Crunchyroll is now available in Apple TV channels
Crunchyroll has finally arrived on Apple TV as a dedicated channel, which means users can stream and download their favorite anime all within the Apple TV app.Crunchyroll is now an Apple TV channelWhen Apple first revealed Apple TV channels, it fe...

03-26-26 -

Apple's App Store will show if an app is classified as a regulated medical de...
The further Apple dives into medical technology, the more it will have to deal with regulators. Now, the App Store will label apps that meet select criteria for medical devices in the US, EU, and UK.App Store will show if an app is a designated me...

03-26-26 -

Stop holding out hope, Liquid Glass will be mandatory in iOS 27
The Liquid Glass design that rolled out with iOS 26 isn't going anywhere, according to a recount of an Apple Developer workshop.Developers will be required to use Liquid Glass once Xcode 27 debuts.With the debut of iOS 26 at WWDC 2025, Apple made ...

03-26-26 -

Hide My Email is great for battling surveillance capitalism, not the FBI
Apple's Hide My Email service lets users generate anonymous, randomized email addresses to help avoid spam, but it isn't going to protect you from subpoenas — especially if you threaten the FBI directly.Apple encryption and services can only pr...

03-26-26 -

iPhone hardware engineers allegedly get bonuses as Apple tries to prevent poa...
Keen to stop other companies from poaching its engineers, Apple has reportedly approved substantial bonuses for its iPhone hardware engineers.Apple has allegedly approved new bonuses for its iPhone hardware team.Talk of an AI brain drain at Apple ...

03-26-26 -

In with a bang, out in silence -- the end of the Mac Pro
For almost two decades, the Mac Pro bounced between coveted and beloved, to derided and forgotten. Now, it's finally over.Apple is reportedly pressing the off switch on the Mac ProAll political careers end in failure, and all devices fade out as t...

03-26-26 -

Apple begins notifying 2026 Swift Student Challenge winners
Win or lose, notifications are being sent out to all participants of the 2026 Swift Student Challenge ahead of WWDC.The results of the 2026 Swift Student Challenge are here, and Apple has selected 350 winners.Every year, Apple hosts a competition ...

03-26-26 -

Siri could support third-party AI tools in iOS 27 as Apple expands access
Apple is again rumored to enable third-party AI interactions via Siri in iOS 27. It would be a further expansion of customization and control on top of the improved Apple Foundation Models expected in 2026.More AI assistants may be coming to iPhon...

03-26-26 -

Your Netflix subscription is getting a price hike -- again
Netflix has decided to raise its prices again in a time when customers are already feeling the squeeze everywhere else.Credit: David Balev/UnsplashNetflix is continuing its trend of yearly price hikes, with the company set to hike prices for U.S.-...

03-26-26 -

Amazon's Big Spring Sale delivers Apple deals from $14.99
Day 2 of Amazon's Big Spring Sale offers deals on new M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pros, along with blowout savings on Apple Watches, iPhones, and more.Save up to 40 percent on Apple gear during the Big Spring Sale - Image credit: AmazonDay 2 of Amaz...

03-26-26 -

Apple's iPhone Fold might not ship alongside iPhone 18 Pro after all
The long-rumored foldable iPhone might not ship in September as was expected, with only the iPhone 18 Pro shipping in the fall of 2026.Apple's first foldable iPhone might ship a few weeks later than expected.Apple has long been expected to announc...

03-26-26 -

iPhone Dynamic Island isn't going away yet, but its days are numbered
Apple's push toward a true all-screen iPhone is coming into focus again, with a new leak outlining a timed shift away from the Dynamic Island toward hidden sensors.iPhone 18 render with a smaller Dynamic IslandChinese leaker Digital Chat Station c...

03-26-26 -

Other than Apple-1, other world-changing inventions launched in 1976
Apple's 50th anniversary is also the anniversary of the Apple-1. The Apple-1 isn't the only world-changing product that came out in 1976, with many other world-changing inventions sharing the stage.The Apple-1 came out in 1976, but it wasn't the o...

03-26-26 -

Apple's 50th: London celebrates & Sydney Opera House is lit with iPad art
The latest two events in Apple's global celebration of its 50th anniversary saw iPad artists take over the Sydney Opera House, while London danced at Apple Battersea.Nia Archives and Mumford & Sons performed at Apple Battersea — image credit...

03-26-26 -

Apple will spend $400 million more through 2030 to bring more manufacturing t...
Apple has announced plans to work with four new companies as part of a 14-year $400 million plan to manufacture more iPhone and other components and materials in the United States.Tim Cook and Donald Trump, at the Mac Pro factoryDubbed the America...

03-26-26 -

New storage cleanup, cross-platform transfers & AI tools reshape WhatsApp
WhatsApp is tightening up its iPhone experience with smarter storage controls, easier cross-platform chat transfers, and built-in AI tools that handle edits and replies inside conversations.WhatsApp is pushing out updates to its messaging appWhats...

03-26-26 -

iPhone 19 Pro rumored to get 200MP telephoto camera sensor
A leaker with a decent track record says that Apple is testing a 200 megapixel telephoto camera in the 2027 iPhone 19 Pro, to try to catch up with cameras on rival phones.The rear cameras on Pro iPhone models are likely to get high-resolution sens...

03-26-26 -

macOS 26.4 warning about potentially malicious Terminal commands
In a small but very welcome move, Apple has added a message in Terminal in macOS 26.4 that warns when a user tries to paste an instruction that might be malware.The new warning — image credit: Mr MacintoshTerminal is the command-line app that th...

03-25-26 -

How to use Playlist Playground to build Apple Music playlists in seconds
Apple Music's new Playlist Playground feature is a prompt-driven playlist builder that's fast and surprisingly useful, even if it won't replace a carefully curated mix. Here's how to start playing, and how well it works.Apple Music's new Playlist ...

03-25-26 -

Elgato Prompter XL review -- simply the teleprompter for Apple users to buy
The Elgato Prompter XL teleprompter builds on the excellent original and brings a larger screen, plus refinements to everything else in hardware, but the software still needs a little work.Elgato Prompter XL has a great display, great hardware, bu...

03-25-26 -

Apple Vision Pro trade secret lawsuit reaches settlement
A former Apple engineer, accused of stealing trade secrets regarding the Apple Vision Pro, has settled their lawsuit with the company.Apple has settled its lawsuit against a former engineer accused of stealing Apple Vision Pro trade secrets.Back i...

03-25-26 -

Google & Meta found liable for social media addiction
Meta and Google have been found liable for building intentionally addictive social media services, in a trial that sets a strong precedent for hundreds of other lawsuits that are still pending.Meta CEO Mark ZuckerbergOn Wednesday, a jury in Los An...

03-25-26 -

Upcoming 3% Big Tech tax in Poland may leave Apple some wiggle room
Poland is moving ahead with a digital services tax aimed at Big Tech revenue, but the structure leaves enough room for companies like Apple to argue they don't fully qualify.Poland moves to tax Big Tech companiesThe country will draft a digital se...