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07/22/2025 MacDailyNews
Apple TV+ on Tuesday revealed that its comedy “Loot,” led by six-time Emmy Award-winning star and executive producer Maya Rudolph…
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07/22/2025 Mac Rumors
Apple today provided developers with the fourth betas of iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 for testing purposes, with the updates coming two weeks after Apple seeded the third betas.
Registered developers can download the new beta software using the Software Update section of the Settings app.
iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 feature Apple's new Liquid Glass design aesthetic, with a focus on translucency and glass-like interface elements. The design extends to the Lock Screen, Home Screen, and Control Center, along with menus and buttons in apps.
Apple's software includes features for apps like Messages, Phone, Shortcuts, and Apple Music, along with new Apple Intelligence features, a revamp for CarPlay, and more. In iPadOS 26, there's a whole new multitasking system that supports multiple app windows for a more Mac-like experience.
For more on the features in iOS 26, we have a dedicated iOS 26 roundup and a separate iPadOS 26 roundup. Several new features were found in beta 2 and we rounded them up, plus we did the same thing for beta 3.
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Registered developers can download the new beta software using the Software Update section of the Settings app.
iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 feature Apple's new Liquid Glass design aesthetic, with a focus on translucency and glass-like interface elements. The design extends to the Lock Screen, Home Screen, and Control Center, along with menus and buttons in apps.
Apple's software includes features for apps like Messages, Phone, Shortcuts, and Apple Music, along with new Apple Intelligence features, a revamp for CarPlay, and more. In iPadOS 26, there's a whole new multitasking system that supports multiple app windows for a more Mac-like experience.
For more on the features in iOS 26, we have a dedicated iOS 26 roundup and a separate iPadOS 26 roundup. Several new features were found in beta 2 and we rounded them up, plus we did the same thing for beta 3.
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07/22/2025 Mac Rumors
The European Union is set to accept the June updates that Apple made to its App Store to comply with the Digital Markets Act, reports Reuters. As a result, Apple will not face daily fines for non-compliance.
Apple changed its App Store fee setup and removed its anti-steering rules to meet the demands of the European Commission. Developers can now direct customers to purchase options outside the App Store and even accept payments for digital goods in their apps using third-party payment options.
At the European Commission's direction Apple has split its App Store services options to let developers opt out of certain features for a lower fee. There are now two tiers that developers can pay for. The cheaper one eliminates ratings and reviews, App Store featuring and marketing, search suggestions, automatic app updates, and automatic app downloads across devices. The more expensive tier includes all current App Store features and functionality.
Tier 1 store services cost five percent of an app's revenue, and Tier 2 store services cost 13 percent (10 percent for Small Business Program participants). Apple also charges a two percent initial acquisition fee and a five percent Core Technology Commission (CTC). The CTC replaces the CTF, a controversial fee that charged developers €0.50 per app install after one million installs per year.
Right now, there's a split CTC and CTF system for developers who use external links and those who don't, but by January 1, 2026, Apple will have a single business model that includes the services fee, the initial acquisition fee, and the CTC. At maximum, developers will pay 20 percent, and per-install billing won't exist. Developers who choose limited App Store functionality will pay a 12 percent maximum fee. Small Business Program participants will pay between 10 and 15 percent.
If Apple had not changed its App Store fee structure and linking rules, it could have been fined up to five percent of its average daily worldwide revenue (about €50 million) each day. The European Commission is expected to accept the App Store updates "in the coming weeks," but timing could change.
Apple was already fined €500 million for allegedly violating the Digital Markets Act, but the company has filed an appeal. Apple is protesting both the fine and the new anti-steering rules that the European Commission required.
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Apple changed its App Store fee setup and removed its anti-steering rules to meet the demands of the European Commission. Developers can now direct customers to purchase options outside the App Store and even accept payments for digital goods in their apps using third-party payment options.
At the European Commission's direction Apple has split its App Store services options to let developers opt out of certain features for a lower fee. There are now two tiers that developers can pay for. The cheaper one eliminates ratings and reviews, App Store featuring and marketing, search suggestions, automatic app updates, and automatic app downloads across devices. The more expensive tier includes all current App Store features and functionality.
Tier 1 store services cost five percent of an app's revenue, and Tier 2 store services cost 13 percent (10 percent for Small Business Program participants). Apple also charges a two percent initial acquisition fee and a five percent Core Technology Commission (CTC). The CTC replaces the CTF, a controversial fee that charged developers €0.50 per app install after one million installs per year.
Right now, there's a split CTC and CTF system for developers who use external links and those who don't, but by January 1, 2026, Apple will have a single business model that includes the services fee, the initial acquisition fee, and the CTC. At maximum, developers will pay 20 percent, and per-install billing won't exist. Developers who choose limited App Store functionality will pay a 12 percent maximum fee. Small Business Program participants will pay between 10 and 15 percent.
If Apple had not changed its App Store fee structure and linking rules, it could have been fined up to five percent of its average daily worldwide revenue (about €50 million) each day. The European Commission is expected to accept the App Store updates "in the coming weeks," but timing could change.
Apple was already fined €500 million for allegedly violating the Digital Markets Act, but the company has filed an appeal. Apple is protesting both the fine and the new anti-steering rules that the European Commission required.
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07/22/2025 Apple Insider
A new report says that the European Union is now likely to approve the App Store changes that Apple has made, and so not impose the threatened daily fines for noncompliance.
Brussels officials reportedly say the EU will accept App Store changes — image credit: European Union
Apple has recently been objecting to the European Union, most specifically over its being fined $570 million for the alleged anti-competitive practices employed by Apple Music. Specifically, Apple has said that if the EU had not told it to wait, its existing compliance proposals would have prevented the fine.
At the same time as arguing its case against the EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA), however, Apple has been working to update the App Store and its contracts with developers. Now, according to Reuters, the EU is expected to accept these latest changes.
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Brussels officials reportedly say the EU will accept App Store changes — image credit: European Union
Apple has recently been objecting to the European Union, most specifically over its being fined $570 million for the alleged anti-competitive practices employed by Apple Music. Specifically, Apple has said that if the EU had not told it to wait, its existing compliance proposals would have prevented the fine.
At the same time as arguing its case against the EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA), however, Apple has been working to update the App Store and its contracts with developers. Now, according to Reuters, the EU is expected to accept these latest changes.
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07/22/2025 Apple Insider
A new free iPhone game called "Pokemon Friends" brings yet another daily puzzle game to iPhone with plush collecting charm.
New Pokemon game
Available now on the App Store, Pokemon Friends joins the growing wave of daily puzzle games that encourage regular play. Players solve light logic puzzles to earn virtual yarn, which can be spun into plush versions of classic Pokemon and placed in personalized rooms.
It's equal parts mental workout and digital craft time. According to the App Store description, the game features more than 1,200 puzzles ranging from quick challenges to more difficult tasks.
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New Pokemon game
Available now on the App Store, Pokemon Friends joins the growing wave of daily puzzle games that encourage regular play. Players solve light logic puzzles to earn virtual yarn, which can be spun into plush versions of classic Pokemon and placed in personalized rooms.
It's equal parts mental workout and digital craft time. According to the App Store description, the game features more than 1,200 puzzles ranging from quick challenges to more difficult tasks.
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07/22/2025 Apple Insider
The FaceTime camera on a MacBook Pro is famously not as good as one on an iPhone, but new research shows Apple is continuing to work on it — and may have decided that the answer involves mounting larger cameras on a rotating display.
The notch could be replaced by a protruding camera — but one which could also be repositioned
Maybe you don't give the camera notch on the MacBook Pro a second thought. But even if you loathe it, and believe it's taking up screen real estate, the one thing you can't say is that it is thick.
It's quite wide, wide enough that you wonder why it doesn't include Face ID yet. But it doesn't add to the thickness of the MacBook Pro lid, and maybe it's this thickness that limits how good a camera system Apple can fit in there.
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The notch could be replaced by a protruding camera — but one which could also be repositioned
Maybe you don't give the camera notch on the MacBook Pro a second thought. But even if you loathe it, and believe it's taking up screen real estate, the one thing you can't say is that it is thick.
It's quite wide, wide enough that you wonder why it doesn't include Face ID yet. But it doesn't add to the thickness of the MacBook Pro lid, and maybe it's this thickness that limits how good a camera system Apple can fit in there.
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07/22/2025 Apple Insider
New research from Apple shows that it is looking at how to make an Apple Ring display a notification — and then how that same system can be used across practically every device.
It could be Ringworld, but it looks more like a ring — image credit: Apple
Practically all of the many, many rumors concerning an Apple Ring — and even previously published Apple patents — have concentrated on health benefits. Specifically, it's been assumed that an Apple Ring could add accuracy to measurements and sensors in the Apple Watch.
But now a newly granted patent shows that Apple has been looking at how a ring could display information, as well as measure it. "Electronic devices with edge illuminators," spends much of its 14,000 words trying to claim it's about everything from a purse to a yoga mat, but practically all of its illustrations show a ring.
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It could be Ringworld, but it looks more like a ring — image credit: Apple
Practically all of the many, many rumors concerning an Apple Ring — and even previously published Apple patents — have concentrated on health benefits. Specifically, it's been assumed that an Apple Ring could add accuracy to measurements and sensors in the Apple Watch.
But now a newly granted patent shows that Apple has been looking at how a ring could display information, as well as measure it. "Electronic devices with edge illuminators," spends much of its 14,000 words trying to claim it's about everything from a purse to a yoga mat, but practically all of its illustrations show a ring.
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07/22/2025 Apple Insider
Apple's foundational models team is key to the company's artificial intelligence efforts, but while the rapidly-formed group has endured managerial turmoil, it's not necessarily going to lose all of its main members.
The type of question Apple promises Siri will be able to answer with Apple Intelligence. Eventually. - Image source: Apple
The foundational models team is a group dedicated to creating the large language models (LLMs) and other elements that drive functions in Apple Intelligence. With AI being a major component of the modern-day tech landscape, it is quickly becoming an essential part of Apple's development process.
However, with managerial stumbles and the poaching of major members from the team, such as Ruoming Pang by Meta for about $200 million, there is the fear that there could be a "brain drain" of the team in progress. With massive temptations and executive blunders, according to The Information on Tuesday, one seems inevitable.
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The type of question Apple promises Siri will be able to answer with Apple Intelligence. Eventually. - Image source: Apple
The foundational models team is a group dedicated to creating the large language models (LLMs) and other elements that drive functions in Apple Intelligence. With AI being a major component of the modern-day tech landscape, it is quickly becoming an essential part of Apple's development process.
However, with managerial stumbles and the poaching of major members from the team, such as Ruoming Pang by Meta for about $200 million, there is the fear that there could be a "brain drain" of the team in progress. With massive temptations and executive blunders, according to The Information on Tuesday, one seems inevitable.
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07/22/2025 MacDailyNews
Apple’s revised App Store rules and fees are expected to gain approval from EU antitrust regulators, according to sources…
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07/22/2025 Mac Rumors
Apple could offer at least six different iPhone models in 2027, according to a proven leaker on Weibo.
According to a post from the leaker known as "Instant Digital," there may be at least six new iPhone models to choose from in 2027. From the unveiling of the iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e in the first half of 2027 until the fall announcement of the first iPhone 19 models, the lineup could look like this:
2026 Models Still on Sale
New in 2027
Earlier this year, Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reported that Apple plans to split new iPhone lineups between two launch windows annually. The iPhone 18 Pro models and the first foldable iPhone will arrive in the second half of 2026, while the standard iPhone 18 and the iPhone 18e will follow in the first half of 2027.
Apple is also highly likely to keep some other, older iPhone models on sale. Today, it still offers the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus alongside the five iPhone 16 models. Until February, it also still sold the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus. As a result, this year's iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Air will probably stick around in 2027, meaning that there could be the biggest ever variety of new iPhone models available from Apple at a single time.
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According to a post from the leaker known as "Instant Digital," there may be at least six new iPhone models to choose from in 2027. From the unveiling of the iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e in the first half of 2027 until the fall announcement of the first iPhone 19 models, the lineup could look like this:
2026 Models Still on Sale
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- iPhone 18 Air
- iPhone 18 Pro
- iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Foldable iPhone (first-generation)
New in 2027
- iPhone 18e
- iPhone 18
Earlier this year, Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reported that Apple plans to split new iPhone lineups between two launch windows annually. The iPhone 18 Pro models and the first foldable iPhone will arrive in the second half of 2026, while the standard iPhone 18 and the iPhone 18e will follow in the first half of 2027.
Apple is also highly likely to keep some other, older iPhone models on sale. Today, it still offers the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus alongside the five iPhone 16 models. Until February, it also still sold the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus. As a result, this year's iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Air will probably stick around in 2027, meaning that there could be the biggest ever variety of new iPhone models available from Apple at a single time.
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07/22/2025 MacDailyNews
It was no shock that Apple TV+ revived "Time Bandits," with Taika Waititi and Jemaine Clement infusing their surrealist flair into the…
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07/22/2025 Mac Rumors
Setting custom ringtones on your iPhone is dramatically easier in iOS 26. Apple has eliminated the need for the cumbersome process of exporting a track from the GarageBand app, and now provides a simple four-step process that works directly from the Files app.
The new streamlined approach means you can transform any MP3 or M4A audio file that's less than 30 seconds into a personalized ringtone in a just a few taps. Whether it's a favorite song snippet, a voice memo, or a sound effect you've downloaded, the process is now as straightforward as sharing a photo. Here's how to set up your custom ringtone without opening an additional app in iOS 26 (currently in beta).
The change will be made immediately. You'll be sent to Settings ➝ Sounds & Haptics ➝ Ringtone, where you'll see the custom ringtone selected. From here, you can delete the ringtone (swipe left, then tap Delete) or choose another one in the default ringtones that's more to your liking.
Note that the Use as Ringtone option also appears for audio files in select other apps, including Voice Memos. Unfortunately, it's not possible to set Apple Music songs as custom ringtones for free, even with a subscription. Apple still sells 30-second song ringtones for $1.29 each through the iTunes Store app.
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The new streamlined approach means you can transform any MP3 or M4A audio file that's less than 30 seconds into a personalized ringtone in a just a few taps. Whether it's a favorite song snippet, a voice memo, or a sound effect you've downloaded, the process is now as straightforward as sharing a photo. Here's how to set up your custom ringtone without opening an additional app in iOS 26 (currently in beta).
- Open the Files app on your iPhone.
- Long press an MP3 or M4A audio file that's less than 30 seconds long.
- Tap Share in the pop-up menu.
- Scroll down to the actions menu and choose Use as Ringtone.
The change will be made immediately. You'll be sent to Settings ➝ Sounds & Haptics ➝ Ringtone, where you'll see the custom ringtone selected. From here, you can delete the ringtone (swipe left, then tap Delete) or choose another one in the default ringtones that's more to your liking.
Note that the Use as Ringtone option also appears for audio files in select other apps, including Voice Memos. Unfortunately, it's not possible to set Apple Music songs as custom ringtones for free, even with a subscription. Apple still sells 30-second song ringtones for $1.29 each through the iTunes Store app.
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07/22/2025 Apple Insider
Apple has been warning Iranian iPhone users that they are under threat from cyber espionage in the months leading up to the Iran-Israel conflict.
Apple has been warning users of a spyware attack on iPhones
Security researchers and human rights organizations are uncovering instances where smartphones owned by Iranians have been attacked with spyware. Tens of smartphones have been targeted by malware earlier in 2025, as discovered by Miaan Group of Texas and DarkCell of Sweden.
The attempted attacks also sparked a response from Apple, which warned iPhone owners at risk that they were targets of malware attacks.
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Apple has been warning users of a spyware attack on iPhones
Security researchers and human rights organizations are uncovering instances where smartphones owned by Iranians have been attacked with spyware. Tens of smartphones have been targeted by malware earlier in 2025, as discovered by Miaan Group of Texas and DarkCell of Sweden.
The attempted attacks also sparked a response from Apple, which warned iPhone owners at risk that they were targets of malware attacks.
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07/22/2025 MacDailyNews
Apple's expansion in India is gaining momentum, with recent data highlighting significant growth in both production and sales…
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07/22/2025 MacDailyNews
Apple today announced the expansion of Apple Retail into the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with the launch of the Apple Store online and…
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07/22/2025 Apple Insider
The iPhone 16 family makes up over half of iPhone purchases in India, but older iPhone models are preferred by value-focused consumers instead of the iPhone 16e.
Apple's iPhone 16 lineup
India is an important smartphone market for Apple, not least because of its growing manufacturing efforts in the region. As an emerging market of considerable size, it's an area of massive potential growth for sales.
On Tuesday, Canalys released a report about the top smartphones sold in India. While Apple narrowly misses out on the top five list, reaching sixth place in Q2 2025, it is said to be helping to reshape the smartphone market in general.
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Apple's iPhone 16 lineup
India is an important smartphone market for Apple, not least because of its growing manufacturing efforts in the region. As an emerging market of considerable size, it's an area of massive potential growth for sales.
On Tuesday, Canalys released a report about the top smartphones sold in India. While Apple narrowly misses out on the top five list, reaching sixth place in Q2 2025, it is said to be helping to reshape the smartphone market in general.
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07/22/2025 Apple Insider
Apple has rolled out Apple Pay's Express Mode in Korea, letting iPhone and Apple Watch owners pay for public transport simply by holding their devices near ticket terminals.
Apple Pay now supports T-Money for Express Mode — image credit: Apple
Express Mode, as well as some variations, have been rolling out slowly since it was first introduced with iOS 12.3 back in 2019. It's a convenient enhancement to Apple Pay that means users can unlock their device, then just hold the iPhone or Apple Watch over a reader.
Now Apple has announced that the feature has come to Korea for users of the country's T-Money payment service.
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Apple Pay now supports T-Money for Express Mode — image credit: Apple
Express Mode, as well as some variations, have been rolling out slowly since it was first introduced with iOS 12.3 back in 2019. It's a convenient enhancement to Apple Pay that means users can unlock their device, then just hold the iPhone or Apple Watch over a reader.
Now Apple has announced that the feature has come to Korea for users of the country's T-Money payment service.
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07/22/2025 Mac Rumors
In iOS 26, Apple is introducing several new features for its Messages app, and this one in particular is likely to make interacting with message bubbles way less frustrating.
When you tap and hold on any message bubble, a new "Select" option now appears alongside the familiar copy and reaction choices, finally solving one of Messages' most persistent frustrations.
The Select feature allows you to highlight specific portions of text within a message rather than copying the entire message. Simply tap and hold any message bubble, choose "Select" from the contextual menu, and then use the drag handles to highlight exactly the text you need. It works across all message types, including text messages and iMessages.
The new selective text feature should come in handy in a range of scenarios. For example, if someone shares a lengthy message containing multiple pieces of information – like an address, phone number, and restaurant recommendation – you can now copy just the address for pasting into the Maps app.
It's a big improvement over the previous all-or-nothing approach where tapping "Copy" would grab the entire message content, forcing you to manually edit out unwanted portions later. Apple is expected to release the first public beta of iOS 26 imminently, with a general release coming in the fall.
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When you tap and hold on any message bubble, a new "Select" option now appears alongside the familiar copy and reaction choices, finally solving one of Messages' most persistent frustrations.
The Select feature allows you to highlight specific portions of text within a message rather than copying the entire message. Simply tap and hold any message bubble, choose "Select" from the contextual menu, and then use the drag handles to highlight exactly the text you need. It works across all message types, including text messages and iMessages.
The new selective text feature should come in handy in a range of scenarios. For example, if someone shares a lengthy message containing multiple pieces of information – like an address, phone number, and restaurant recommendation – you can now copy just the address for pasting into the Maps app.
It's a big improvement over the previous all-or-nothing approach where tapping "Copy" would grab the entire message content, forcing you to manually edit out unwanted portions later. Apple is expected to release the first public beta of iOS 26 imminently, with a general release coming in the fall.
Tag: Messages
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07/22/2025 Mac Rumors
Apple took sixth place in India's smartphone market during the second quarter of the year, according to new data from Canalys. The country's overall market rebounded with 7% year-over-year growth, reaching a total of 39 million units shipped.
The iPhone 16 series drove Apple's performance, accounting for over 55% of the company's shipments in the quarter. The data suggests that users have been keen to upgrade to Apple's latest flagship devices, but older models like the iPhone 15 and iPhone 13 continued attracting buyers across lower price points.
However, Apple's latest entry-level edition to the lineup, the iPhone 16e, appears to have struggled to gain traction after its February launch. Canalys analyst Sanyam Chaurasia said that consumers in India questioned the device's single-camera design and the company's largely unfulfilled Apple Intelligence promises, which hampered its market appeal.
Apart from Samsung, it is Chinese brands that continue to dominate the Indian market. Apple's stiff competition was led by vivo, which took 21% market share and registered impressive 31% growth. Samsung followed at 16%, while OPPO and Xiaomi tied for third with 13% each, and realme rounded out the top five with 9% share.
Canalys (now part of Omdia) projects a modest decline for the full-year 2025, owing to an overall subdued consumer desire to upgrade phones before the festive season in Indiam when promotions and marketing campaigns ramp up. Apple's mixed sales performance figures for the quarter follow recent efforts to expand its retail presence in India, with stores opening in Mumbai and New Delhi last year.
Meanwhile, Apple is continuing to increase exports from the country to diversify its supply chain and reduce its dependence on China. The growth in iPhone manufacturing has significantly impacted India's export economy, and smartphones have become the country's top export to the United States.
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The iPhone 16 series drove Apple's performance, accounting for over 55% of the company's shipments in the quarter. The data suggests that users have been keen to upgrade to Apple's latest flagship devices, but older models like the iPhone 15 and iPhone 13 continued attracting buyers across lower price points.
However, Apple's latest entry-level edition to the lineup, the iPhone 16e, appears to have struggled to gain traction after its February launch. Canalys analyst Sanyam Chaurasia said that consumers in India questioned the device's single-camera design and the company's largely unfulfilled Apple Intelligence promises, which hampered its market appeal.
Apart from Samsung, it is Chinese brands that continue to dominate the Indian market. Apple's stiff competition was led by vivo, which took 21% market share and registered impressive 31% growth. Samsung followed at 16%, while OPPO and Xiaomi tied for third with 13% each, and realme rounded out the top five with 9% share.
Canalys (now part of Omdia) projects a modest decline for the full-year 2025, owing to an overall subdued consumer desire to upgrade phones before the festive season in Indiam when promotions and marketing campaigns ramp up. Apple's mixed sales performance figures for the quarter follow recent efforts to expand its retail presence in India, with stores opening in Mumbai and New Delhi last year.
Meanwhile, Apple is continuing to increase exports from the country to diversify its supply chain and reduce its dependence on China. The growth in iPhone manufacturing has significantly impacted India's export economy, and smartphones have become the country's top export to the United States.
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07/21/2025 Mac Rumors
An anonymous leaker with a proven track record today shared alleged build numbers for the fourth developer betas of iOS 26 and more.
The private account on X has accurately leaked build numbers for Apple software updates in the past. We do not link to the account at the owner's request.
Here are all of the build numbers shared by the account today:
Apple accidentally made the macOS 26 public beta available to some users for a brief period earlier today, and the build number for it was the same as the one listed above for the fourth developer beta of macOS 26. In other words, the first public betas will likely correspond with the fourth developer betas, as expected.
Apple previously announced that the public betas would be available in July, but it did not provide a more specific timeframe.
Apple is also planning to offer a public beta of its next major AirPods firmware update.
Anyone can sign up to be a member of the Apple Beta Software Program, for free, and gain access to the public betas when they are available. As always, we recommend backing up your devices before installing beta software, in case of issues.
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The private account on X has accurately leaked build numbers for Apple software updates in the past. We do not link to the account at the owner's request.
Here are all of the build numbers shared by the account today:
- iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 beta 4 (23A5297i)
- macOS 26 beta 4 (25A5316i)
- tvOS 26 and HomePod Software 26 beta 4 (23J5316g)
- watchOS 26 beta 4 (23R5317g)
- visionOS 26 beta 4 (23M5300g)
Apple accidentally made the macOS 26 public beta available to some users for a brief period earlier today, and the build number for it was the same as the one listed above for the fourth developer beta of macOS 26. In other words, the first public betas will likely correspond with the fourth developer betas, as expected.
Apple previously announced that the public betas would be available in July, but it did not provide a more specific timeframe.
Apple is also planning to offer a public beta of its next major AirPods firmware update.
Anyone can sign up to be a member of the Apple Beta Software Program, for free, and gain access to the public betas when they are available. As always, we recommend backing up your devices before installing beta software, in case of issues.
Related Forum: iOS 26
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07/21/2025 Mac Rumors
Apple today announced that South Korea's Tmoney card can now be added to the Wallet app, allowing users to pay for public transportation with a tap of their iPhone or Apple Watch at subway stations and on most buses throughout the country. The card is also accepted at many major convenience stores in the country.
Express Mode allows users to simply hold their iPhone or Apple Watch near a payment reader to pay for their ride, without needing to unlock or wake the device. This mode even works for up to five hours after your iPhone runs out of battery power.
Funds can be loaded onto the card directly in Apple Wallet with Apple Pay, and there is an all-new automatic top-up option for when the card's balance drops below a set amount. Alternatively, funds can be loaded via the Tmoney app.
To add a prepaid Tmoney card to the Wallet app, tap on the plus sign in the top-right corner, select Transportation Card, and follow the on-screen instructions. Then, carrying around the physical card is no longer necessary.
Adding a Tmoney card to the Wallet app requires an iPhone XS or newer running iOS 17.2 or later, or an Apple Watch Series 6 or later with watchOS 10.2 or later.
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Express Mode allows users to simply hold their iPhone or Apple Watch near a payment reader to pay for their ride, without needing to unlock or wake the device. This mode even works for up to five hours after your iPhone runs out of battery power.
Funds can be loaded onto the card directly in Apple Wallet with Apple Pay, and there is an all-new automatic top-up option for when the card's balance drops below a set amount. Alternatively, funds can be loaded via the Tmoney app.
To add a prepaid Tmoney card to the Wallet app, tap on the plus sign in the top-right corner, select Transportation Card, and follow the on-screen instructions. Then, carrying around the physical card is no longer necessary.
Adding a Tmoney card to the Wallet app requires an iPhone XS or newer running iOS 17.2 or later, or an Apple Watch Series 6 or later with watchOS 10.2 or later.
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07/21/2025 Apple Insider
Apple continues its global retail expansion with a long-awaited online launch in Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Arabia — image credit: US Department of State
In December 2024, Apple CEO Tim Cook announced that Saudi Arabia would be gaining access to the Apple Store online in 2025. Now, it seems as though that time has finally come.
Starting today, those in Saudi Arabia can now purchase Apple devices directly from Apple, as spotted by MacRumors. This includes iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and other Apple gear.
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In December 2024, Apple CEO Tim Cook announced that Saudi Arabia would be gaining access to the Apple Store online in 2025. Now, it seems as though that time has finally come.
Starting today, those in Saudi Arabia can now purchase Apple devices directly from Apple, as spotted by MacRumors. This includes iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and other Apple gear.
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07/21/2025 Mac Rumors
Apple customers in Saudi Arabia are now able to purchase iPhones, iPads, Macs, and other Apple devices directly from the new Apple Store Online in the country.
The online store launched today, seven months after Apple announced that a direct online purchasing option for Saudi Arabia was in the works. Prior to now, Apple users in Saudi Arabia could only shop from Apple Authorized Resellers.
In addition to bringing online purchasing to Saudi Arabia, Apple is planning to open several retail store locations starting in 2026. One of the retail locations will be a flagship store at Diriyah, NESCO World Heritage site located just on the outskirts of Riyadh, the capital city of Saudi Arabia.
Apple CEO Tim Cook visited Saudi Arabia in December 2024, when the expansion was first announced. Cook said at the time that Apple was excited to be expanding to Saudi Arabia.
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The online store launched today, seven months after Apple announced that a direct online purchasing option for Saudi Arabia was in the works. Prior to now, Apple users in Saudi Arabia could only shop from Apple Authorized Resellers.
In addition to bringing online purchasing to Saudi Arabia, Apple is planning to open several retail store locations starting in 2026. One of the retail locations will be a flagship store at Diriyah, NESCO World Heritage site located just on the outskirts of Riyadh, the capital city of Saudi Arabia.
Apple CEO Tim Cook visited Saudi Arabia in December 2024, when the expansion was first announced. Cook said at the time that Apple was excited to be expanding to Saudi Arabia.
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07/21/2025 MacDailyNews
The 13-inch M4 MacBook Air (2025) with a 256GB SSD and 16GB RAM is now available for a record-low $849, down from its standard…
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Google today updated its Chrome app for the iPhone and the iPad to add easier account switching for Chrome Enterprise. The functionality is designed for iOS users who need to swap between personal and managed work accounts.
When a Chrome user switches from a personal account to a managed work account using the added functionality, Chrome ensures that data for managed accounts stays separate. Work account browsing and personal account browsing remain distinct, with work-related tabs, history, passwords and other local data associated only with the managed account, and personal data limited to the personal account.
Google says that the improved account switching experience is designed to enable businesses to permit employees to use the devices of their choice in BYOD situations. The functionality is not available for switching between two standard Google accounts in Chrome on iOS.
When a user signs in to or swaps to a managed account, they will be informed about the separation for managed account browsing, and will be notified that they are using a managed experience with an on-screen confirmation.
Google is also extending Chrome Enterprise reporting capabilities to iOS devices, so organizations can send critical data related security events to the security investigation tool in the Google Admin console or Chrome logs. URL filtering is coming to iOS devices as well, so businesses can restrict employees from accessing unapproved or unsanctioned websites.
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When a Chrome user switches from a personal account to a managed work account using the added functionality, Chrome ensures that data for managed accounts stays separate. Work account browsing and personal account browsing remain distinct, with work-related tabs, history, passwords and other local data associated only with the managed account, and personal data limited to the personal account.
Google says that the improved account switching experience is designed to enable businesses to permit employees to use the devices of their choice in BYOD situations. The functionality is not available for switching between two standard Google accounts in Chrome on iOS.
When a user signs in to or swaps to a managed account, they will be informed about the separation for managed account browsing, and will be notified that they are using a managed experience with an on-screen confirmation.
Google is also extending Chrome Enterprise reporting capabilities to iOS devices, so organizations can send critical data related security events to the security investigation tool in the Google Admin console or Chrome logs. URL filtering is coming to iOS devices as well, so businesses can restrict employees from accessing unapproved or unsanctioned websites.
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07/21/2025 Apple Insider
Some beta testers that immediately downloaded what they expected to be the macOS Sequoia 15.6 RC got the macOS Tahoe 26 public beta by mistake, but Apple has since fixed the issue.
Apple mistakingly sent out public macOS Tahoe betas. Image source: Apple
Apple is expected to release the OS 26 public betas by July 25, and more evidence of that expected move cropped up Monday. Those paying attention to Apple's beta distribution servers noticed an errant macOS Tahoe release that seemed to make it to some unsuspecting users.
At 1:03 p.m. Eastern, AppleInsider staff noted a macOS Tahoe 26 release with the build 25A5316i. It never appeared on developer tester Macs, but it did populate for at least one user.
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Apple mistakingly sent out public macOS Tahoe betas. Image source: Apple
Apple is expected to release the OS 26 public betas by July 25, and more evidence of that expected move cropped up Monday. Those paying attention to Apple's beta distribution servers noticed an errant macOS Tahoe release that seemed to make it to some unsuspecting users.
At 1:03 p.m. Eastern, AppleInsider staff noted a macOS Tahoe 26 release with the build 25A5316i. It never appeared on developer tester Macs, but it did populate for at least one user.
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07/21/2025 MacDailyNews
Filming for the fourth season of Apple TV+’s "Ted Lasso" has begun, with stars spotted together in Kansas City…
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07/21/2025 Mac Rumors
Amazon is selling the AirPods Pro 2 for $169.00 this week, a discount of $80 off of the regular $249 price tag. Prime users should be able to get overnight delivery on the AirPods Pro 2 in most areas.
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$169 is the second lowest price that we've seen for the AirPods Pro 2 this year, so it's a good time to pick them up if you're in need of new noise cancelling earbuds.
Rumors suggest that Apple will release the AirPods Pro 3 this year, but they won't be available at a price as low as $169. Amazon's deals sometimes sell out quick, so we recommend picking up the AirPods soon if you're interested.
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$169 is the second lowest price that we've seen for the AirPods Pro 2 this year, so it's a good time to pick them up if you're in need of new noise cancelling earbuds.
Rumors suggest that Apple will release the AirPods Pro 3 this year, but they won't be available at a price as low as $169. Amazon's deals sometimes sell out quick, so we recommend picking up the AirPods soon if you're interested.
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07/21/2025 Mac Rumors
Apple appears to have accidentally distributed the macOS Tahoe public beta to some Mac users ahead of the beta's official launch.
A selection of public beta testers and developers who have opted into either the macOS Sequoia 15 developer beta or the macOS Sequoia 15 public beta are instead receiving the macOS Tahoe public beta. The beta that Apple is distributing has a build number of 25A5316i, which is newer than the 25A5306g build number of the third macOS Tahoe developer beta.
macOS Tahoe is showing up for Apple silicon Mac users who do not have Rosetta 2 installed. Most Apple silicon Macs do have Rosetta installed, and those Macs won't detect the mistaken beta release.
In Apple's backend, the beta is labeled "macOS26PublicBeta1," though users will see just "macOS Tahoe 26 Beta." At least one user downloaded and installed the software thinking that it was the macOS Sequoia 15.6 RC that came out earlier today.
Apple has not officially released the iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS Tahoe public betas yet, but we are expecting them before the end of July. The accidental launch of the first public beta suggests the actual launch will happen in the near future.
Update: Apple pulled the macOS Tahoe public beta shortly after this article was published.
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A selection of public beta testers and developers who have opted into either the macOS Sequoia 15 developer beta or the macOS Sequoia 15 public beta are instead receiving the macOS Tahoe public beta. The beta that Apple is distributing has a build number of 25A5316i, which is newer than the 25A5306g build number of the third macOS Tahoe developer beta.
macOS Tahoe is showing up for Apple silicon Mac users who do not have Rosetta 2 installed. Most Apple silicon Macs do have Rosetta installed, and those Macs won't detect the mistaken beta release.
In Apple's backend, the beta is labeled "macOS26PublicBeta1," though users will see just "macOS Tahoe 26 Beta." At least one user downloaded and installed the software thinking that it was the macOS Sequoia 15.6 RC that came out earlier today.
Apple has not officially released the iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS Tahoe public betas yet, but we are expecting them before the end of July. The accidental launch of the first public beta suggests the actual launch will happen in the near future.
Update: Apple pulled the macOS Tahoe public beta shortly after this article was published.
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07/21/2025 Apple Insider
Filming of the fourth season of the Apple TV+ comedy "Ted Lasso" has kicked off with a meeting of the stars in Kansas City.
Following months of speculation and confirmations that it is happening, the long-awaited fourth season of "Ted Lasso" is finally on the way. This time, the news of the filming comes from Apple CEO Tim Cook, posted via X.
In his message, Cook shows an image of four well-known stars from the show sitting in a diner. Star Jason Sudeikis, Hannah Waddingham, Jeremy Swift, and Juno Temple are seen around a table with food, seemingly in story-related discussions.
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Following months of speculation and confirmations that it is happening, the long-awaited fourth season of "Ted Lasso" is finally on the way. This time, the news of the filming comes from Apple CEO Tim Cook, posted via X.
In his message, Cook shows an image of four well-known stars from the show sitting in a diner. Star Jason Sudeikis, Hannah Waddingham, Jeremy Swift, and Juno Temple are seen around a table with food, seemingly in story-related discussions.
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07/21/2025 Mac Rumors
Amazon discounted several M4 MacBook Air models for Prime Day earlier this month, and most of the price cuts are still live. If you missed out on the lower prices earlier this year, now is a good time to check out Amazon's M4 Mac offerings.
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The 13-inch MacBook Air models are discounted by up to $162. Pricing starts at $849.00 for the entry level 16GB/256GB model, while the 16GB/512GB model is $1,049 and the 24GB/512GB model is available for $1,239.50.
All three stock versions of the 15-inch model are also available at a discount from Amazon, with prices that vary slightly by color. The 16GB/256GB model is $1,049.00, the 16GB/512GB model is $1,245.12, and the 24GB/512GB model is on sale for $1,420.13.
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The 13-inch MacBook Air models are discounted by up to $162. Pricing starts at $849.00 for the entry level 16GB/256GB model, while the 16GB/512GB model is $1,049 and the 24GB/512GB model is available for $1,239.50.
All three stock versions of the 15-inch model are also available at a discount from Amazon, with prices that vary slightly by color. The 16GB/256GB model is $1,049.00, the 16GB/512GB model is $1,245.12, and the 24GB/512GB model is on sale for $1,420.13.
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07/21/2025 MacDailyNews
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Filming for the fourth season of popular Apple TV+ series Ted Lasso has started in Kansas City, Apple CEO Tim Cook announced today.
Ted Lasso star Jason Sudeikis confirmed that a fourth season was being written back in March. He suggested there would be new characters and a new storyline, with the show taking place in the United States. Titular character Ted Lasso will be coaching a women's soccer team, a departure from the UK men's team featured in the initial three seasons.
Apple released the third season of the show in March 2023, so there has already been a two-year pause between season three and season four. There is no word yet on when filming will finish, or when season four will launch.
Ted Lasso is one of Apple's most popular TV shows, and the first three seasons have won several awards. In the series, Sudeikis plays a college football coach from Kansas who is hired to coach a professional soccer team in England, even though he has little experience with soccer.
Season three wrapped up with Ted Lasso returning home, in what seemed to be a series finale. Ted Lasso star Hannah Waddingham recently told Variety that reviving the show for season four was akin to exhuming the corpse of a beloved dog that had been buried. She said she wanted to know what happened to her character, so she's "thrilled that it’s been exhumed."
Jason Sudeikis, Hannah Waddingham, Jeremy Swift, and Juno Temple are all in the image that Cook shared today. It's unclear if other cast members are set to return.
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Ted Lasso star Jason Sudeikis confirmed that a fourth season was being written back in March. He suggested there would be new characters and a new storyline, with the show taking place in the United States. Titular character Ted Lasso will be coaching a women's soccer team, a departure from the UK men's team featured in the initial three seasons.
From biscuits to BBQ: Ted Lasso Season 4 kicks off production in Kansas City! ⚽️ pic.twitter.com/UDKgXqw68d
— Tim Cook (@tim_cook) July 21, 2025
Apple released the third season of the show in March 2023, so there has already been a two-year pause between season three and season four. There is no word yet on when filming will finish, or when season four will launch.
Ted Lasso is one of Apple's most popular TV shows, and the first three seasons have won several awards. In the series, Sudeikis plays a college football coach from Kansas who is hired to coach a professional soccer team in England, even though he has little experience with soccer.
Season three wrapped up with Ted Lasso returning home, in what seemed to be a series finale. Ted Lasso star Hannah Waddingham recently told Variety that reviving the show for season four was akin to exhuming the corpse of a beloved dog that had been buried. She said she wanted to know what happened to her character, so she's "thrilled that it’s been exhumed."
Jason Sudeikis, Hannah Waddingham, Jeremy Swift, and Juno Temple are all in the image that Cook shared today. It's unclear if other cast members are set to return.
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07/21/2025 Apple Insider
Apple's current-gen beta track has issued release candidate builds for iOS 18.6, iPadOS 18.6, macOS 15.6, watchOS 11.6, tvOS 18.6, and visionOS 2.6.
Examples of Apple Intelligence at work.
Release candidates are what Apple considers the final builds of its operating system updates, with few or no changes anticipated before seeding the final release.
Apple has a beta-testing track for its milestone update versions, putting iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS 26, watchOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26 to the test. However, it's also got a second track for testing updates to its current-gen operating systems too.
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Examples of Apple Intelligence at work.
Release candidates are what Apple considers the final builds of its operating system updates, with few or no changes anticipated before seeding the final release.
Apple has a beta-testing track for its milestone update versions, putting iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS 26, watchOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26 to the test. However, it's also got a second track for testing updates to its current-gen operating systems too.
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07/21/2025 Mac Rumors
Apple today seeded the release candidate version of an upcoming macOS Sequoia 15.6 update to public beta testers and developers for testing purposes, with the software coming a week after Apple released the third macOS Sequoia 15.6 beta.
Testers can opt-in to the macOS Sequoia beta through the Software Update section of the System Settings app.
There's no word yet on what's included in macOS Sequoia 15.6, and no new features have been found in the betas so far. Apple's work on macOS Sequoia is winding down as it focuses on macOS Tahoe, the newest version of macOS that's coming in the fall.
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Testers can opt-in to the macOS Sequoia beta through the Software Update section of the System Settings app.
There's no word yet on what's included in macOS Sequoia 15.6, and no new features have been found in the betas so far. Apple's work on macOS Sequoia is winding down as it focuses on macOS Tahoe, the newest version of macOS that's coming in the fall.
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07/21/2025 Apple Insider
Apple's Q3 results are expected to be strong, with Wall Street-beating figures for the quarter according to analysts at Morgan Stanley.
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Apple will be releasing its Q3 financial results on July 31, giving a look into how the company fared amid the tariff policy changes. If Morgan Stanley is right, Apple will do well in the face of the import troubles.
In a note to investors shared with AppleInsider, Morgan Stanley explains that it expects healthy upside across Apple's various product categories, in part with an extra kick from exchange rates. When it comes to revenue, Apple could hit a 5.8% year-over-year improvement.
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Apple will be releasing its Q3 financial results on July 31, giving a look into how the company fared amid the tariff policy changes. If Morgan Stanley is right, Apple will do well in the face of the import troubles.
In a note to investors shared with AppleInsider, Morgan Stanley explains that it expects healthy upside across Apple's various product categories, in part with an extra kick from exchange rates. When it comes to revenue, Apple could hit a 5.8% year-over-year improvement.
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07/21/2025 Mac Rumors
Apple today seeded release candidate versions of upcoming iOS 18.6 and iPadOS 18.6 updates to developers and public beta testers for testing purposes, with the updates coming a week after Apple seeded the third betas. The release candidates mark the final version of the software that will be provided to the public provided no additional bugs are found.
iOS 18.6 and iPadOS 18.6 can be downloaded from the Settings app on a compatible device by going to General > Software Update.
No notable new features have been found in the iOS 18.6 and iPadOS 18.6 betas, so it's not clear what might be added in the update, though there are some changes to the App Store in the EU due to the DMA. Rumors suggest that Apple wanted to expand Apple Intelligence to China with iOS 18.6, but regulatory hurdles have delayed the launch.
iOS 18.6 and iPadOS 18.6 likely focus on smaller changes and bug fixes, and we'll update this article should anything new be found in the fourth beta.
Apple is winding down work on iOS 18 and is focusing on iOS 26. iOS 26 is in beta testing right now and is set to launch in September alongside new iPhone 17 models.
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iOS 18.6 and iPadOS 18.6 can be downloaded from the Settings app on a compatible device by going to General > Software Update.
No notable new features have been found in the iOS 18.6 and iPadOS 18.6 betas, so it's not clear what might be added in the update, though there are some changes to the App Store in the EU due to the DMA. Rumors suggest that Apple wanted to expand Apple Intelligence to China with iOS 18.6, but regulatory hurdles have delayed the launch.
iOS 18.6 and iPadOS 18.6 likely focus on smaller changes and bug fixes, and we'll update this article should anything new be found in the fourth beta.
Apple is winding down work on iOS 18 and is focusing on iOS 26. iOS 26 is in beta testing right now and is set to launch in September alongside new iPhone 17 models.
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07/21/2025 MacDailyNews
Apple's M5 iPad Pro will feature a key upgrade beyond a faster chip: dual front cameras, one for landscape and another for portrait…
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Apple today provided developers with the release candidate versions of upcoming visionOS 2.6, tvOS 18.6, and watchOS 11.6 updates for testing purposes. The software comes one week after Apple released the third betas. The RCs are the final version of the software that will go out to the public if no additional bugs are found.
The betas are available to registered developers and public beta testers at the current time, and can be downloaded from the Settings app on each device.
There's no word on what's included in the beta updates at this time and no features were discovered in the betas so far, but we'll update this article if anything new is found.
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The betas are available to registered developers and public beta testers at the current time, and can be downloaded from the Settings app on each device.
There's no word on what's included in the beta updates at this time and no features were discovered in the betas so far, but we'll update this article if anything new is found.
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07/21/2025 Apple Insider
A $20 in-cart coupon stacked with a $110 instant rebate brings Apple's M4 Mac mini with 24GB of RAM and 512GB of storage down to just $869. Plus, save up to $329 on every config.
Save triple digits on Apple's M4 Mac mini.
The current Mac mini with Apple's 10-core M4 chip is on sale for $869 at Apple Authorized Reseller B&H Photo, delivering $130 in combined savings on the upgraded desktop.
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Save triple digits on Apple's M4 Mac mini.
The current Mac mini with Apple's 10-core M4 chip is on sale for $869 at Apple Authorized Reseller B&H Photo, delivering $130 in combined savings on the upgraded desktop.
Buy M4 Mac mini 24GB/512GB for $869
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07/21/2025 MacDailyNews
Keir Starmer’s UK government is seeking a way out of a clash with the Trump administration over the UK’s demand that Apple provide…
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07/21/2025 Apple Insider
Apple is adding video playback to CarPlay in iOS 26, confirming the feature on its developer site instead of highlighting it during the WWDC 2025 keynote.
Apple is adding video playback to CarPlay
The upcoming iOS 26 will let users stream videos from their iPhone to the CarPlay screen, but only while the car is parked. AirPlay handles the connection, and playback will automatically stop if the phone detects that the vehicle is moving.
The change wasn't mentioned in Apple's keynote or press releases. Instead, the company added a short note to the CarPlay section of its developer website. The feature is called "Video in the car" and requires automakers to add support for AirPlay video.
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Apple is adding video playback to CarPlay
The upcoming iOS 26 will let users stream videos from their iPhone to the CarPlay screen, but only while the car is parked. AirPlay handles the connection, and playback will automatically stop if the phone detects that the vehicle is moving.
The change wasn't mentioned in Apple's keynote or press releases. Instead, the company added a short note to the CarPlay section of its developer website. The feature is called "Video in the car" and requires automakers to add support for AirPlay video.
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07/21/2025 Apple Insider
In a new research paper, Apple doubles down on its claim of not training its Apple Intelligence models on anything scraped illegally from the web.
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It's a fair bet that Artificial Intelligence systems have been scraping every part of the web they can access, whether or not they should. In 2023, both OpenAI and Microsoft were sued by the New York Times for copyright infringement, and that was far from the only suit.
Whereas also in 2023, Apple was reported to have attempted to buy the rights to train its large language models (LLMs) on work from publishers including Conde Nast, and NBC News. Apple was said to have offered publishers millions of dollars, although it was not clear at the time which had agreed or disagreed.
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It's a fair bet that Artificial Intelligence systems have been scraping every part of the web they can access, whether or not they should. In 2023, both OpenAI and Microsoft were sued by the New York Times for copyright infringement, and that was far from the only suit.
Whereas also in 2023, Apple was reported to have attempted to buy the rights to train its large language models (LLMs) on work from publishers including Conde Nast, and NBC News. Apple was said to have offered publishers millions of dollars, although it was not clear at the time which had agreed or disagreed.
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07/21/2025 MacDailyNews
Apple might benefit from an external AI partnership, and Elon Musk’s xAI could be the ideal match, says Melius’s Ben Reitzes…
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07/21/2025 Mac Rumors
Apple recently announced that iPhone users will soon be able to watch videos right on the CarPlay screen in supported vehicles.
This is arguably the biggest new CarPlay feature coming with the iOS 26 update later this year, and yet Apple did not even mention it during its WWDC 2025 keynote last month. Instead, it was buried on Apple's developer website.
iPhone users will be able to wirelessly stream videos to the CarPlay screen using AirPlay, according to Apple. For safety reasons, video playback will only be available when the vehicle is parked, to prevent distracted driving. The connected iPhone will be able to detect when the vehicle is in motion and end playback.
Apple says that automakers need to add support for CarPlay with AirPlay video, so it will likely take some time to roll out. It appears that the AirPlay functionality will be available for both regular CarPlay and the higher-end CarPlay Ultra, but it is unclear if it will be enabled in any existing vehicles, or if it will be limited to new vehicles.
From the CarPlay page on Apple's developer website:
Apple has not shared any further details or images for AirPlay video in the car. Availability of the feature might vary by country based on safety regulations.
There were already some unapproved ways to watch videos through CarPlay, with various jailbreak tweaks and TestFlight beta apps promising to unlock such functionality. Now, it is something that Apple will officially allow.
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This is arguably the biggest new CarPlay feature coming with the iOS 26 update later this year, and yet Apple did not even mention it during its WWDC 2025 keynote last month. Instead, it was buried on Apple's developer website.
iPhone users will be able to wirelessly stream videos to the CarPlay screen using AirPlay, according to Apple. For safety reasons, video playback will only be available when the vehicle is parked, to prevent distracted driving. The connected iPhone will be able to detect when the vehicle is in motion and end playback.
Apple says that automakers need to add support for CarPlay with AirPlay video, so it will likely take some time to roll out. It appears that the AirPlay functionality will be available for both regular CarPlay and the higher-end CarPlay Ultra, but it is unclear if it will be enabled in any existing vehicles, or if it will be limited to new vehicles.
From the CarPlay page on Apple's developer website:
Video in the carThis feature would be especially beneficial in electric vehicles with CarPlay, as it would provide the driver and any passengers with entertainment while they are parked at a charging station. Some electric vehicles already offer this capability natively. Tesla, for example, has long offered a Theater app that can play videos from apps like Netflix, Hulu, YouTube, and Twitch on the dashboard screen, while the vehicle is parked.
AirPlay video in the car enables people to watch their favorite videos from iPhone right on their CarPlay display when they aren't driving. Integrate support for CarPlay with AirPlay video to enable this feature in your car.
Apple has not shared any further details or images for AirPlay video in the car. Availability of the feature might vary by country based on safety regulations.
There were already some unapproved ways to watch videos through CarPlay, with various jailbreak tweaks and TestFlight beta apps promising to unlock such functionality. Now, it is something that Apple will officially allow.
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07/21/2025 Apple Insider
A recent machine learning update from Apple reveals how iOS 26 brings faster, safer AI that was trained without your texts, your photos, or your permission.
Apple Intelligence is continually improving
Apple has overhauled its foundation models for iOS 26 to be faster, safer, and more private. The system behind features like Genmoji, Writing Tools, and image understanding is now trained with a sharper focus on data quality, cultural awareness, and user protection.
The company recently published a detailed Machine Learning Journal report outlining how it trains and upgrades the models behind Apple Intelligence. Dive into the paper for nuanced details and specs on the artificial intelligence training.
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Apple Intelligence is continually improving
Apple has overhauled its foundation models for iOS 26 to be faster, safer, and more private. The system behind features like Genmoji, Writing Tools, and image understanding is now trained with a sharper focus on data quality, cultural awareness, and user protection.
The company recently published a detailed Machine Learning Journal report outlining how it trains and upgrades the models behind Apple Intelligence. Dive into the paper for nuanced details and specs on the artificial intelligence training.
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07/21/2025 Apple Insider
Hackers have been exploiting a vulnerability to attack SharePoint and connected Microsoft services in what will be a big problem for corporate Mac users this week.
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SharePoint hacking could cause corporate network issues on Monday
Microsoft's productivity tools are widely used throughout the corporate world, with SharePoint being one of the most important for collaboration. However, the reliance on Microsoft's SharePoint is now an issue, thanks to the efforts of hackers.
Starting from Saturday, Microsoft has warned that it had encountered active attacks against SharePoint servers. These included attacks on "on-premises SharePoint Server customers," namely servers in corporate environments using SharePoint.
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SharePoint hacking could cause corporate network issues on Monday
Microsoft's productivity tools are widely used throughout the corporate world, with SharePoint being one of the most important for collaboration. However, the reliance on Microsoft's SharePoint is now an issue, thanks to the efforts of hackers.
Starting from Saturday, Microsoft has warned that it had encountered active attacks against SharePoint servers. These included attacks on "on-premises SharePoint Server customers," namely servers in corporate environments using SharePoint.
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07/21/2025 MacDailyNews
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07/21/2025 Mac Rumors
Apple will soon begin development of iOS 27 with a shift in emphasis as the company prepares its flagship software to accommodate the first foldable iPhone, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
Writing in his latest Power On newsletter, Gurman reports that iOS 27 will "prioritize" software features tailored specifically for Apple's first book-style foldable device, expected sometime in late 2026.
That said, there's nothing in Gurman's report to suggest that regular iPhone users need be concerned about a lack of UI innovations coming to their devices next year.
Given Samsung's seven-year stint in the foldable market, the report goes on to suggest that there is a "pent-up demand" among some Apple users for a foldable device that doesn't rely on an Android OS. How that will translate in terms of U.S. sales is unclear, but Gurman believes that Apple has been swayed by the Chinese market, where book-style foldables are preferred to flip-style designs.
Apple's foldable iPhone is expected to launch next year, featuring an approximately 7.8-inch inner display and a 5.5-inch outer screen. The device will reportedly address common foldable phone issues, with a less visible display crease and an improved hinge mechanism that has a titanium and stainless steel construction to increase durability.
The "iPhone Fold" will likely be Apple's most expensive iPhone ever, with rumors suggesting pricing starting at $2,000. Instead of Face ID, the device is expected to use Touch ID authentication built into a side button to save internal space, while 48MP dual-lens rear cameras are also likely to feature.
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Writing in his latest Power On newsletter, Gurman reports that iOS 27 will "prioritize" software features tailored specifically for Apple's first book-style foldable device, expected sometime in late 2026.
That said, there's nothing in Gurman's report to suggest that regular iPhone users need be concerned about a lack of UI innovations coming to their devices next year.
Given Samsung's seven-year stint in the foldable market, the report goes on to suggest that there is a "pent-up demand" among some Apple users for a foldable device that doesn't rely on an Android OS. How that will translate in terms of U.S. sales is unclear, but Gurman believes that Apple has been swayed by the Chinese market, where book-style foldables are preferred to flip-style designs.
Apple's foldable iPhone is expected to launch next year, featuring an approximately 7.8-inch inner display and a 5.5-inch outer screen. The device will reportedly address common foldable phone issues, with a less visible display crease and an improved hinge mechanism that has a titanium and stainless steel construction to increase durability.
The "iPhone Fold" will likely be Apple's most expensive iPhone ever, with rumors suggesting pricing starting at $2,000. Instead of Face ID, the device is expected to use Touch ID authentication built into a side button to save internal space, while 48MP dual-lens rear cameras are also likely to feature.
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07/21/2025 Mac Rumors
Apple is permanently closing its retail store in the heart of Bristol, England next month, and there is no replacement store in sight.
Apple Bristol in 2023
The store's final day of business will be Saturday, August 9.
Within the past few days, Apple updated the store's page with the following message:
In a statement shared with MacRumors in April, Apple said affected employees will be able to continue their roles at the company:
Apple Bristol in 2008
The company has two other stores in the surrounding areas, including Apple Cribbs Causeway on the outskirts of Bristol, and Apple SouthGate in Bath.
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Apple Bristol in 2023The store's final day of business will be Saturday, August 9.
Within the past few days, Apple updated the store's page with the following message:
Thank you, Bristol. Apple Bristol is closing on 9 August at 5 pm. We're still here for you. Please visit apple.com/uk/retail to find your nearest store.Apple Bristol is closing due to redevelopment plans at the Cabot Circus Shopping Centre, and the adjacent Bristol Shopping Quarter.
In a statement shared with MacRumors in April, Apple said affected employees will be able to continue their roles at the company:
At Apple, we're always focused on providing an exceptional experience for all of our customers. Due to the redevelopment plans at Cabot Circus Shopping Centre, which include the closure of the section where our store is located, Apple Bristol will close on August 9, 2025. We've loved serving the Bristol community for over 15 years, and our valued team members will continue their roles at Apple.Apple Bristol first opened in 2008, with the location formerly known as Apple Cabot Circus. The two-floor store still had a classic design that was due for a facelift. The lower level serves as a product sales area, while the upper level provides space for Genius Bar appointments and Today at Apple creative sessions.
Apple Bristol in 2008The company has two other stores in the surrounding areas, including Apple Cribbs Causeway on the outskirts of Bristol, and Apple SouthGate in Bath.
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07/21/2025 MacDailyNews
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07/21/2025 Apple Insider
Apple has updated its iOS Apple Sports app in time for the FA Community Shield in the UK. Plus, it's now available in Mexico and includes more improvements.
Apple Sports comes to Mexico
This latest update is Apple's 24th since it first released the iOS sports app in February 2024. The new update is version 3.1, and it comes just three weeks after Apple Sports' 3.0 release presented a revamped design intended to make it quicker to see favorite sports and matches.
"Follow the FA Community Shield as champions of the Premier League and the FA Cup face off at Wembley to start the season," says Apple in its release notes.
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Apple Sports comes to Mexico
This latest update is Apple's 24th since it first released the iOS sports app in February 2024. The new update is version 3.1, and it comes just three weeks after Apple Sports' 3.0 release presented a revamped design intended to make it quicker to see favorite sports and matches.
"Follow the FA Community Shield as champions of the Premier League and the FA Cup face off at Wembley to start the season," says Apple in its release notes.
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07/21/2025 Apple Insider
Apple's late arrival to the folding smartphone market after years of rumors with the iPhone Fold in 2026 is still expected to dominate the market segment.
A possible render of the iPhone Fold - Image Credit: AppleInsider
The iPhone Fold has been repeatedly rumored about over the years, but the release hasn't really improved beyond claims of it coming "next year." A Sunday report went along with the 2026 claim once again.
Sunday's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg insisted that the iPhone Fold will debut "next year," meaning a 2026 launch.
Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible
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The iPhone Fold has been repeatedly rumored about over the years, but the release hasn't really improved beyond claims of it coming "next year." A Sunday report went along with the 2026 claim once again.
Sunday's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg insisted that the iPhone Fold will debut "next year," meaning a 2026 launch.
Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible
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07/18/2025 MacDailyNews
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