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Apple today
outlined changes that it is making to the
App Store for users and developers located in Texas to comply with the state's App Store Accountability Act (
SB2420).
Starting on January 1, 2026, Apple users located in Texas will need to confirm whether they are 18 years or older when creating an Apple account. Apple Accounts for users under 18 will be required to join a Family Sharing group, and parents will need to provide consent for all App Store downloads, app purchases, and in-app transactions.
Developers will also need to make changes to their apps to comply with the law. To assist developers, Apple plans to update the Declared Age Range API to provide the required age categories for new account users in Texas. Apple is also creating APIs that will let developers invoke a system experience to allow the user to request that parental consent be re-obtained. Parents will also be able to revoke consent to prevent a minor from using an app.
Apple has been fighting against age assurance requirements in Texas and other states like Utah and Louisiana, because of the data collection required to determine user age. Apple says that SB2420 will force users to share personally identifiable information to download apps.
While we share the goal of strengthening kids' online safety, we are concerned that SB2420 impacts the privacy of users by requiring the collection of sensitive, personally identifiable information to download any app, even if a user simply wants to check the weather or sports scores. Apple will continue to provide parents and developers with industry-leading tools that help enhance child safety while safeguarding privacy within the constraints of the law.
Apple CEO
Tim Cook reportedly contacted Texas Governor Greg Abbott to ask him to veto the legislation, but Abbott was not persuaded and he
signed the act into law in May.
In an attempt to head off child protection laws that vary from state to state, Apple introduced new child safety measures
at the beginning of 2025. Apple created an updated age rating system, added a simpler way for parents to set up child accounts, made changes to what kids see on the App Store, and developed the Declared Age Range API to provide a privacy-focused way for developers to confirm the age range of app users.
Apple's Declared Age Range API prevents apps from having specific information about children, such as their date of birth. Apple has continually said that it does not want to collect information like date of birth at the App Store level because all users would need to hand over that information regardless of whether they want to use an age limited app.
SB2420 requires app store platforms to "use a commercially reasonable method of verification" to determine a user's age during account creation. Texas does not define what a commercially reasonable method of verification entails, and Apple hasn't specified how age verification will work.
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Apple today announced that its
Hypertension Notifications feature on select Apple Watch models is available in
Canada,
Singapore, and
Bahrain starting today.
The feature is available on Apple Watch Series 9, Series 10, Series 11, Ultra 2, and Ultra 3 models running watchOS 26. It is not available on any Apple Watch SE models. Users can set up the feature in the Health app on a paired iPhone.
Hypertension Notifications first launched in the U.S. and
more than 150 other countries and territories last month.
The feature can alert users if signs of chronic hypertension (high blood pressure) are detected, according to Apple. Based on data from the Apple Watch's optical heart sensor, the feature can analyze how a user's blood vessels respond to the beats of the heart. The algorithm works passively in the background, reviewing data over 30-day periods, and users are notified if consistent signs of hypertension are detected.
Apple says the feature does not require calibration, does not measure blood pressure directly, and does not surface a blood pressure reading to users.
Apple said the feature underwent "rigorous scientific validation," as outlined in
a 12-page document. According to the company, it was developed with advanced machine learning and training data from multiple studies totaling more than 100,000 participants, and its performance was then validated in a clinical study of more than 2,000 participants.
Apple says the feature is "not intended for use by people under 22 years old, those who have been previously diagnosed with hypertension, or during pregnancy."
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TAG Heuer today
announced the Connected Calibre E5 smartwatch, now featuring "Made for
iPhone" certification as the watchmaker abandons Google's Wear OS.
Three years after launching the Calibre E4, the Connected Calibre E5 comes in two case sizes: 45mm and a new, more compact 40mm. They are powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 5100+. The 45mm model features a 1.39-inch AMOLED display, while the 40mm houses a 1.20-inch AMOLED display. Both include haptic feedback, enhanced brightness, and touch responsiveness.
Since its first smartwatch in 2015, TAG Heuer had relied on Google's Wear OS, but now it moves to its own, in-house platform. Developed by a team of 60 engineers in Paris, TAG Heuer OS introduces a more refined interface, new animations, and streamlined menus designed for faster navigation using both the touchscreen and mechanical pushers.
The most significant benefit of this transition is enhanced compatibility with Apple devices. The Calibre E5 is officially "Made for iPhone" (MFi) certified, part of Apple's hardware licensing program that ensures accessories and devices meet Apple's connectivity and software standards.
This certification guarantees better integration with iPhones, including faster pairing, more reliable Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity, and consistent updates alongside iOS. It also ensures that key features like notifications, call handling, and health data synchronization operate seamlessly with the iPhone, an area where previous Wear OS models struggled. According to TAG Heuer, around 70% of its smartwatch users pair their devices with iPhones.
The watch retains a range of fitness and wellness capabilities, supported by an array of sensors on the case back for heart rate monitoring, blood oxygen levels (SpO2), heart rate variability, sleep tracking, breathing rate, and calorie counting. The device also includes a compass, accelerometer, gyroscope, barometer, and dual-band GNSS for enhanced GPS accuracy. The Calibre E5 does not support third-party apps, Google Pay, or LTE connectivity.
The Calibre E5 can handle voice calls directly through its integrated microphone and speaker. Users can also receive notifications, control music, and view fitness summaries via customizable widgets. TAG Heuer's wellness suite now includes new heart rate analysis tools, sleep monitoring, and an upgraded running app featuring a gamified pace tracker. The Golf Edition brings refined hole layout mapping, automatic shot detection, and access to more than 39,000 course maps.
TAG Heuer claims the 45mm model can last up to three days in low-power mode, or about two full days under regular use, while the 40mm version achieves up to two days or 1.5 days with the always-on display active. Fast charging provides a full day's power in 30–40 minutes, with a full charge achieved in 90 minutes via a redesigned USB-C charging dock.
The TAG Heuer Connected Calibre E5 is
available now via TAG Heuer boutiques and online, with prices starting at $1,600.
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Amazon
Prime Big Deal Days is in its second day, and today we're tracking steep discounts on the previous generation Apple Watch Series 10. This includes
$120 off both the 42mm and 46mm GPS models, the former of which is a match for the all-time low price on the wearable.
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Specifically, you can get the 42mm GPS Apple Watch Series 10 for
$279.00, down from $399.00, and the 46mm GPS model for
$309.00, down from $429.00. Colors and band styles are limited for each model, but the larger 46mm option currently has more options on sale at this price.
Amazon also currently has the second generation Apple Watch SE at low prices for Prime Day. You can get the 40mm GPS Apple Watch SE for
$169.99, down from $249.00, and the 44mm GPS model for
$199.99, down from $279.00. Both of these are lowest-ever prices.
You can catch up with all of the best
Apple-related Prime Day discounts in our main article. If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our
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If you wear AirPods during your commute but don't want your podcast or music suddenly blasting through the car speakers when you start the engine, there's a new setting in iOS 26 that can ensure it doesn't happen.
Apple has thoughtfully added a new "Keep Audio with Headphones" setting that prevents your iPhone from automatically switching audio to CarPlay or other Bluetooth speakers when you're already listening through AirPods. Here's how to toggle it on.
How to Keep Audio in Your AirPods
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
- Tap General.
- Select AirPlay & Continuity.
- Toggle on Keep Audio with Headphones.
With the setting enabled, your music, podcasts, or calls will continue playing in your AirPods even after your iPhone connects to your car's Bluetooth system. Note that you can always manually switch to car speakers through Control Center or CarPlay if needed.
The feature also works with other wireless headphones, plus it's useful beyond in-car scenarios, since it stops audio from jumping to nearby Bluetooth speakers in your home, too.
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Amazon's
Prime Big Deal Days event is in full swing this week, offering massive savings on everything from AirPods to MacBook Air and much more. We've been keeping an eye on these
Apple-related Prime Day discounts all week, but now we're also tracking
great sales on other categories, including TVs.
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Below we've collected some of the best TV deals you can find during Prime Day, including those from Samsung, Sony, Hisense, LG, Panasonic, Toshiba, and more. Shoppers should remember that Prime Day sales are typically time sensitive, so purchase quickly if you're interested.
It's also worth noting that some deals require an
Amazon Prime membership to get Prime Day deals. You can sign up for a free 30-day trial of Prime on Amazon if you're a new customer; afterwards the service runs for $14.99/month or $139/year.
Special for 2025, Amazon is also offering a
free six month trial to Prime for Young Adults right now. Prime for Young Adults is a discounted Prime membership for anyone age 18-24 that offers all of the Prime benefits at $69.00 per year, half of the price of regular Prime.
50-Inch TVs
60-Inch TVs
- 65-inch Panasonic 4K Ultra HD Smart Fire TV - $429.99, down from $549.99
- 65-inch Sony 4K Ultra HD Bravia Smart TV - $698.00, down from $799.00
- 65-inch Sony 4K Ultra HD TV - $1,698.00, down from $3,499.00
- 65-inch Samsung The Frame Pro QLED Smart TV (2025 Model) - $1,766.99, down from $2,197.99
- 65-inch LG G3 OLED 4K TV - $2,040.05, down from $2,799.99
70-Inch TVs
80-Inch TVs
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Yesterday we highlighted some of the
best Apple-related product discounts that you can find on Amazon during Prime Big Deal Days, and now we're focusing on third-party accessory markdowns during the event. In this article you'll find all the best accessories for charging, smart homes, smartphones, and more.
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Shoppers should remember that Prime Day sales are typically time sensitive, so purchase quickly if you're interested. Remember that you'll need an
Amazon Prime membership to get Prime Day deals. You can sign up for a free 30-day trial of Prime on Amazon if you're a new customer; afterwards the service runs for $14.99/month or $139/year.
Special for 2025, Amazon is also offering a
free six month trial to Prime for Young Adults right now. Prime for Young Adults is a discounted Prime membership for anyone age 18-24 that offers all of the Prime benefits at $69.00 per year, half of the price of regular Prime.
Anker
Prime Day deals have hit
Anker's most popular portable batteries, Bluetooth speakers, wall chargers, USB-C hubs, and portable power stations. We've collected some of the best Anker discounts in the list below, but be sure to browse Amazon for even more sales.
Audio
Portable Batteries
Wireless Chargers
Power Stations
- Portable Power Station with Smart Display + Retractable Light - $79.99, down from $149.99
- 3-in-1 MagSafe Charging Cube - $90.99, down from $149.99
- SOLIX C800 Power Station with Camping Lights - $399.00, down from $649.00
- SOLIX C1000 Power Station - $379.00, down from $999.00
- SOLIX C1000 Power Station with Solar Panel - $639.00, down from $1,549.00
- SOLIX F2000 Power Station - $799.00, down from $1,999.00
- SOLIX F2000 Power Station with 200W Solar Panel - $999.00, down from $2,549.00
- SOLIX F2000 Power Station with 400W Solar Panel - $1,249.00, down from $2,899.00
- SOLIX F3800 Power Station with 400W Solar Panel - $2,699.00, down from $4,899.00
Wall Chargers
Hubs
Jackery
Jackery's Prime Day deals include a large selection of portable power stations at big discounts.
Ecovacs
Sonos
Beats
Amazon this week is discounting a
collection of Beats headphones and speakers, including low prices on Beats Pill and more.
Monitors
Amazon has a
wide array of monitors and PCs on sale from HP, Acer, Samsung, and more for Prime Day.
TVs
Amazon Devices
Of course, some of the best discounts can be found on
Amazon's own line of products. This includes Kindle e-readers, Blink security cameras, Fire tablets, and more.
If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our
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Apple is nearing a settlement with the European Commission to resolve multiple antitrust investigations under the Digital Markets Act (DMA), in a move aimed at averting escalating daily fines that could reach up to 5% of its average global revenue, the
Financial Times reports.
Both Apple and Meta are reportedly in the final stages of talks with European regulators following a combined €700 million in fines issued in April 2025 for breaching the EU's flagship digital competition law. According to officials briefed on the discussions, both companies are negotiating changes to their business practices to ensure full compliance and avoid further penalties.
For Apple, the settlement discussions center on the European Commission's ongoing investigations into the
App Store. Regulators previously found that Apple restricted developers from directing users to offers outside its platform, in violation of the DMA's anti-steering provisions. The company was fined €500 million in April and ordered to amend its practices.
In June, Apple announced several modifications to its App Store framework for the European Union, including allowing developers to promote alternative payment options and distribute iOS apps via external marketplaces for the first time.
European Commission officials told the
Financial Times that talks with Apple remain ongoing over the company's new contractual terms for developers and whether they sufficiently remove barriers to fair competition. The Commission has sought assurances that developers are free to communicate directly with users about external pricing or promotions without facing additional fees or restrictions from Apple.
Under the DMA, designated "gatekeepers" such as Apple must not favor their own services over rivals and must allow fair access to their platforms. The law represents one of the European Union's most far-reaching efforts to curb the power of large technology companies. Violations can trigger substantial daily fines, potentially reaching billions of euros for repeat offenses.
Apple maintains that it is already in compliance with EU law and appealed the Commission's initial decision, arguing that the regulator's interpretation goes beyond what the DMA requires. The Commission is still collecting input from developers and other stakeholders on Apple's proposed adjustments.
Officials close to the discussions expressed optimism that a resolution could be reached soon. The outcome of the case is expected to have wide-ranging implications for the company's operations in Europe, influencing how it manages the App Store and more.
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Apple has quietly added a protective silicone ring to its in-store MagSafe charging stands following reports of marks appearing on some iPhone 17 series display models, according to
Consomac.
The apparent move comes after Apple last month
confirmed that worn MagSafe chargers in retail stores were causing what appeared to be scratches on the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max. There have also been reports of the marks appearing on iPhone Air models.
Apple said the marks were actually material transfer from the stand to the phone, and could be removed with cleaning. The company also noted that other models like the iPhone 16 were affected by the problem.
It's currently unclear whether the in-store display change is localized to France, where the
Consomac report originates, or if it's just a snapshot of a more widespread rollout to Apple retail stores in other countries.
Separately, Apple has addressed concerns about scratching on the
camera plateau area of the iPhone 17 Pro models, saying the edges have similar characteristics to aluminum cases on other Apple devices, like MacBooks, and may show normal wear and tear over time.
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Buried within iOS 26 is a hidden history that lets you see every call you've ever exchanged with a specific contact, potentially going back years. You might not know it, but you can access this detailed call history on your iPhone in seconds.
Viewing the new extended history screen can come in handy when you need to recall when you last spoke with someone. It's also pretty useful when you want to verify a call duration for whatever reason. Here's how to get there.
Access Extended Call History
- Open the Phone app on your iPhone.
- In the Unified view, find the contact in the "Recents" section whose call history you want to view.
- Tap the contact's name (if you're using the Classic interface, tap the circled "i" icon next to their name.
- Scroll down and tap Call History.
You'll now see a complete chronological record of every incoming, outgoing, and missed call with that contact, including the date, time, and duration of each conversation. This view can stretch back in time for months or years, depending on how long you've been in touch and how much call history data is stored on your phone.
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Apple is currently beta testing iOS 26.1, which will be the first major update to the
iOS 26 operating system. It's not going to bring the new version of
Siri that we've been waiting for, but it does include useful new features and interface changes.
We've rounded up all of the features that have been in iOS 26.1 so far.
Alarms and Timers
Alarms and timers that you set up in the Clock app now have a slide to stop button rather than a tap to stop button on the Lock Screen. You can snooze an alarm with a tap, but to turn it off entirely, you need to use a slide gesture.
The change makes it much harder to dismiss an alarm when you're trying to tap on the snooze button.
New Apple Intelligence Languages
Apple Intelligence is now available in Danish, Dutch, Norwegian, Portuguese (Portugal), Swedish, Turkish, Chinese (Traditional), and Vietnamese.
AirPods Live Translation Languages
AirPods Live Translation works with additional languages in iOS 26.1, including Japanese, Korean, Italian, and Chinese (both Mandarin Traditional and Simplified).
Apple Music
You can swipe on the music player in
Apple Music to switch songs. Just slide a finger over where the song title is listed, and it'll go to the next song or back to the previous song.
Fitness App
You can create custom workouts in the Fitness app on
iPhone. There are options for selecting workout type, estimated Active Calories, effort, duration, and start time.
There were workout creation options before, but they were more structured than the open, custom creation options that are in iOS 26.1.
Settings App
Apple changed the alignment of icons and text in the Settings app. All settings with headers that feature text now have that text aligned to the left instead of center aligned. It's a small change that makes a big visual difference.
This includes General, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Cellular, Personal Hotspot, Accessibility, and more.
Home Screen Folders
When you tap into a folder on the
Home Screen, the name of the folder at the top is left aligned instead of center aligned, matching the changes made in the Settings app.
Phone
The Phone keypad now uses Liquid Glass for the numbers.
Photos
The slider for scrubbing through videos in the
Photos app has been updated.
The navigation bar also has a slightly more frosted look that makes it easier to see on light backgrounds.
The interface for managing multiple photos that you've selected has been tweaked slightly. Play as Slideshow, Favorite, and Hide are now at the top of the menu.
Safari
The Tab Bar (Bottom) in Safari is wider with less padding around the edges. In Reduce Transparency mode, there's more padding, so it no longer looks odd.
Background Security Improvements
The Privacy and Security section of the Settings app now has a toggle to automatically download and install security improvements. It's a revamp of the prior Rapid Security Responses feature.
Display Settings
The Display section of the Settings app now has iOS 26-themed wallpaper instead of iOS 18 wallpaper.
Liquid Glass
The light refraction effect around apps is now more subtle with darker icon colors and background colors.
Wallpaper
When setting a wallpaper on the Lock Screen, instructions like Pinch to Crop show up momentarily and then disappear, rather than being shown all the time.
Display Accessibility
Under the Display and Text Size section in the Accessibility settings, there is a new "Display Borders" toggle. It adds a border to all buttons, and replaces the prior "Button Shapes" setting.
Bonus: iPadOS 26.1
Many of the changes above are in iPadOS 26.1 too, and iPadOS 26.1 also makes some changes to multitasking.
Slide Over
With iPadOS 26.1, Apple is reintroducing Slide Over. Slide Over works alongside the window-based
iPadOS 26 multitasking functionality, so you can have multiple windows open and still swipe over to quickly access a Slide Over app.
You can only have one Slide Over app at a time in iPadOS 26.1, and you can use the feature by tapping on the green window resizing button and toggling on Enter Slide Over.
External Microphones on iPad
There's now an option to adjust input gain on the
iPad when using an external microphone.
Download iOS 26.1
iOS 26.1 is available for both developers and public beta testers, so if you want to get your hands on the new features now, you can. It's easiest to sign up for public beta testing by visiting
Apple's beta website.
Compatibility
iOS 26.1 is available on all iPhones that support iOS 26.
Release Date
It's likely that Apple will release iOS 26.1 toward the end of October or the beginning of November.
More Features
Know of something new in iOS 26.1 that we missed? Let us know in the comments below.
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Alongside
iOS 26, Apple introduced a new tvOS 26 update for the
Apple TV. tvOS updates aren't as feature rich as iOS updates and often go under the radar, so we thought we'd highlight some of the useful new features that you should check out.
- Liquid Glass - Liquid Glass has a subtle presence in tvOS 26, with Apple adding Liquid Glass buttons, interface elements, and Control Center. It's not as extensive as Liquid Glass in iOS 26, and it blends in well with the tvOS operating system.
- Apple TV app - The Apple TV app has been overhauled and it displays more TV shows and movies on the screen at one time.
- Profiles - It's much easier to switch profiles in tvOS 26, so you can keep the content that you like separate from the content that other people in the family prefer. You can choose a profile whenever you wake your Apple TV up from sleep. You'll get better suggestions on a per-person basis, and it's a great way to separate kid content from adult content.
- Karaoke - When using Apple Music Sing, you can use your iPhone as a microphone. The iPhone can show you real-time lyrics, lyric translations, and lyrics pronunciation.
- AirPlay - If you use third-party speakers with the Apple TV, you can now set them as the default AirPlay speakers. Your Apple TV will then automatically use those speakers and you won't have to select your speaker each time you use the device.
- FaceTime - FaceTime has been supported on the Apple TV since last year with an iPhone as the camera, but now there's an updated, card-style interface and support for Live Translation with captions.
- Screen Savers - You can pick your favorite screen saver categories, choosing cityscape, earth, landscapes, and more. Each person can choose their own screen savers if desired.
Have a favorite tvOS 26 feature? Let us know in the comments below, and check out our video for even more tvOS tips and tricks.
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Apple today released new firmware designed for the
AirPods Pro 3, prior-generation AirPods Pro 2, and the
AirPods 4 models. The firmware has a build number of 8A358, up from 8A356.
There's no word on what's include in the updated firmware, but the prior 8A356 update added
iOS 26 features to the AirPods Pro 2, AirPods Pro 3, and AirPods 4 with ANC. The software introduced better audio quality for phone calls and video calls, studio-quality audio recording for interviews, podcasts, videos, Live Translation, and more.
It's possible that the 8A358 firmware addresses a bug or brings improvements to some of the new iOS 26 AirPods features.
To install the new firmware, make sure your AirPods are in range of your
iPhone,
iPad, or Mac. From there, put your AirPods in the Charging Case and connect the Charging Case to power. Keep the case closed and wait at least 30 minutes for the firmware update to install.
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Apple plans to hold a "Mindful Month" Apple Watch Activity Challenge on Friday, October 10. Mindful Month brings awareness to mental health, self care, meditation, and mindfulness.

On October 10th, let's take some time to appreciate all the ways we can care for ourselves and each other. Record 10 minutes of mindfulness or meditation with any app that adds mindful minutes to Health to get this award.
Like all of the Apple Watch Activity Challenges, the Mindful Month event will come with animated stickers that can be used in the Messages app.
Mindful Month is a relatively new addition to the Apple Watch Activity Challenge lineup, with Apple first introducing it last year. Apple's last Activity Challenge was held in August and
highlighted National Park Day.
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As
Prime Big Deal Days continues, we're highlighting all of the best Apple deals you can get for under $100 on Amazon. This includes AirPods, Apple Pencil Pro, AirTags, iPhone cases, USB-C chargers, and more.
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You can find
every Apple deal available during Prime Day in our dedicated post. Remember that you'll need an
Amazon Prime membership to get Prime Day deals, and you can sign up for Prime on Amazon if you don't have the service yet.
$30 Or Under
In the cheapest category, you can get Apple's 20W USB-C Power Adapter for $14.99, down from $19.00 and the AirTag 1 Pack for $19.99, down from $29.00. The new iPhone Air Bumper is also down to an all-time low price of $29.00 for Prime Day.
$50 Or Under
For accessories priced between $30 and $50, there are a few sales on Amazon for Prime Day. You can get the 35W Dual USB-C Port Power Adapter for $39.00, down from $59.00, as well as discounts on iPhone 17 cases.
$100 Or Under
Lastly, we're tracking a few deals on Apple products that are just under $100 for Prime Day. You can get an AirTag 4-Pack for $64.99 ($34 off), an Apple Pencil Pro for $99.00 ($30 off), and AirPods 4 for $89.00 ($40 off).
If you're on the hunt for more Prime Day discounts, be sure to visit our
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Apple today provided public beta testers with the second releases of upcoming iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1, macOS Tahoe 26.1, tvOS 26.1 and watchOS 26.1 updates for testing purposes. Apple seeded the betas to developers yesterday.
After signing up for beta testing on Apple's beta site, public beta testers can download the updates using the Software Update section in the Settings app on each device.
iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1, and macOS Tahoe 26.1 expand
Apple Intelligence to new languages, including Danish, Dutch, Norwegian, Portuguese (Portugal), Swedish, Turkish, Chinese (Traditional), and Vietnamese.
AirPods Live Translation is also available in Japanese, Korean, Italian, and Chinese (both Mandarin Traditional and Simplified) in iOS 26.1. The second beta adds a slide to stop feature to alarms, tweaks the design of the Settings app, and more, with
details available in our features list.
There are a few other minor changes to apps like
Photos, Music, and Phone, with details available in
our iOS 26.1 features guide.
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AltStore today
announced plans to make its iPhone app available in Australia, Brazil, and Japan later this year, followed by the UK next year.
AltStore is also gaining "Fediverse" support, via the ActivityPub protocol.
AltStore provides iPhone users with an alternative to Apple's built-in App Store, and it even offers some apps that would
violate Apple's App Review Guidelines.
AltStore first launched on the iPhone
in the EU last year, after the Digital Markets Act required Apple to allow alternative app stores.
Australia,
Brazil,
Japan, and the
UK are working to implement similar regulations, which would pave the way for AltStore to launch in those countries as well. However, the exact timing could shift.
Alternative app stores have been supported on the iPhone and iPad in the EU since
iOS 17.4 and iPadOS 17.4 were released in April 2024. AltStore and other alternative app stores can be installed on these devices via Safari or another web browser.
Apple has yet to announce or implement support for alternative app stores in Australia, Brazil, Japan, and the UK, as regulations in those countries are still being finalized and/or have yet to be enforced. AltStore has simply announced its plans early.
In the U.S., the Department of Justice
filed an antitrust lawsuit against Apple last year, but the case is ongoing and alternative app stores on the iPhone remain unsupported there.
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Amazon Prime Big Deal Days began today, and as usual multiple retailers have introduced their own Prime Day-like sales to compete with Amazon. In this article we're tracking a few sitewide sales from
Samsung,
Sony, and
Best Buy with big discounts on monitors, TVs, headphones, and more.
Sony
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Sony is
hosting a big sale with up to 50 percent in savings on the company's best headphones, speakers, sound bars, TVs, photography equipment, and more. Buying select headphones and earbuds together during this sale will also net you extra bundle savings.
We've collected a few of the most notable products on sale in the lists below, but be sure to head to Sony's website for the full list of deals. Most devices have an option for free pickup if you live near a Best Buy location that offers local pickup.
You can get Sony's popular WH-1000XM5 Premium Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones for
$299.99 during this event, down from $399.99. There are also a few earbuds and soundbars on sale with notable discounts, all of which have been applied automatically and do not require any coupon codes.
Audio
TVs
Samsung
Samsung is hosting a
new Fall sale, and it includes savings on monitors, TVs, Galaxy products, and more.
One of the best overall deals during this sale is on The Frame TVs, which are available for up to $500 off, depending on the size of the model you purchase. The popular 65-inch The Frame TV available for
$1,199.99, down from $1,999.99.
Of course, there's a lot more on sale than just TVs. This sale also covers monitors, Galaxy S25 smartphones, and Samsung's line of home appliances, including refrigerators and washer/dryers. We've accumulated some of these deals in the lists below, but be sure to check out Samsung's website for the full sale.
- Large Capacity Side-by-Side Fridge - $1,099.00, down from $1,666.00
- 4-Door French Door Fridge - $1,799.00, down from $2,999.00
- Mega Capacity 3-Door French Door Fridge - $2,499.00, down from $3,499.00
- Bespoke 4-Door Flex Fridge - $1,999.00, down from $4,099.00
- Bespoke 4-Door Flex Fridge - $3,299.00, down from $4,999.00
Best Buy
Best Buy recently kicked off a
"Techtober" sale, with sitewide sales on everything from home appliances to computers, video games, and more.
One of the most notable offers during this event is on the AirPods Pro 3, which come with a
$20 Best Buy credit with purchase if you're a My Best Buy Plus/Total member. While not a straight cash discount, this is still one of the best offers we've tracked for the new AirPods Pro 3.
Otherwise, some of the best deals in this sale are on TVs, including
$50 in Best Buy credit when spending $499 or more on select TVs. Popular TVs on sale include brands like LG and Samsung, with multiple major discounts on Samsung's The Frame TVs.
If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our
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The Apple Watch Series 10 and Series 11 are available with both aluminum and titanium case options, so which should you choose?
The aluminum Apple Watch starts at $399. With the Series 11, finishes include Space Gray, Silver, Rose Gold, and Jet Black. It features Ion-X glass, which, while highly durable, is more susceptible to scratches than the crystal used on the titanium Apple Watch. The aluminum models are also lighter than the titanium ones.
On the other hand, the titanium Apple Watch starts at $699. Finishes include Natural, Space Black, and Gold, and there are designer Apple Watch Hermès options too. It features sapphire front glass, which is highly resistant to scratches. Titanium is a much harder, more durable material than aluminum. Over time, its finish tends to develop a uniform patina rather than obvious scratches, maintaining a premium appearance longer.
The Space Gray, Silver, and Rose Gold aluminum Apple Watches have a blasted, matte finish. The Jet Black aluminum and all three titanium Apple Watches have a high-gloss polished finish.
The aluminum Apple Watches pair well with rubber and woven bands for a less formal look, while the titanium models pair well with more premium bands such as Apple's Link Bracelet or Milanese Loop. As such, the aluminum Apple Watch leans into a casual, sporty look, while the titanium model is more akin to traditional watches and provides a more luxurious aesthetic.
The titanium model is more versatile and durable, but considerably more expensive. Internally, the titanium and aluminum versions of the Apple Watch Series 10 and Series 11 are the same. They share the same chips, sensors, displays, and battery life. Every health and fitness feature is present across both casing options.
Most customers will not be able to justify the extra $300 to get a titanium Apple Watch, but for a limited minority, it will be worth it for the added durability and more premium aesthetic.
The titanium models start at just $100 less than the
Apple Watch Ultra 3, which is worth bearing in mind if that device might be more appealing to you. That being said, most titanium Apple Watch customers will buy the device because of its premium aesthetic, rather than the more aggressive and functional look of the Apple Watch Ultra.
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Amazon has introduced new all-time low prices across Apple's
Clear, Silicone, and TechWoven Cases for the iPhone 17 and iPhone Air during Prime Big Deal Days.
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These Prime Day discounts beat previous sales by as much as $5, and represent new record low prices across the board. Like most Prime Day deals, many of these are
exclusive to Prime members.
Items on sale include Clear, Silicone, and TechWoven Cases for the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and iPhone Air. We're also tracking a few discounts on other accessories like the new MagSafe Charger and FineWoven Wallet with MagSafe.
iPhone Air
iPhone 17
iPhone 17 Pro
iPhone 17 Pro Max
Beats Cases
Other Accessories
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