Apple April 2026
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Apple reportedly has four new products ready to launch, pending one thing
Apple has at least four new products that reportedly are ready to launch, save for one key holdup: the forthcoming Siri upgrades.
When is the Next Apple Event?
Despite releasing more than 10 new products so far this year, Apple has yet to hold a traditional event with a live-streamed video in 2026. While anything is possible, our best guess at this point is that Apple's next event will likely be its annual developers conference WWDC in June, with standalone live-streamed Apple Events this April or May currently looking improbable.
Tim Cook’s Apple smart glasses answer is a subtle Steve Jobs callback
There’s a moment in yesterday’s WSJ video piece with Tim Cook that’s really delightful. Cook is asked about Apple’s plans...
Apple Arcade’s April lineup adding two of the most acclaimed recent indie games
Update: Three more titles are now available on the service. Details below. Apple Arcade’s April lineup will introduce three new...
M5 MacBook Air Hits New Low Prices on Amazon With Up to $84 Off
Amazon has introduced a few new record low prices on the new M5 MacBook Air this week, with up to $84 off these notebooks. The biggest markdowns can be found on the 13-inch MacBook Air, but there are still some solid deals on 15-inch models as well. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.
Apple employee #8 Chris Espinosa on working his whole life at one company
It used to be common in Japan for someone to spend their entire working life at a single company, but...
Eddy Cue just explained why Apple’s credit card charges feel so random
As part of Apple’s 50th anniversary celebrations yesterday, Eddy Cue, Apple’s senior vice president of services and health, appeared on...
Apple VP Behind Activity Rings Retiring After Misconduct Claims
Apple's vice president of fitness technologies Jay Blahnik will retire this summer, bringing to an end a 13-year stint with Apple that was marred by accusations that he created a toxic work environment and sexually harassed an employee. In an email to employees this week, Apple said Blahnik, 57, will retire in July "to spend time with his family and make an exciting move to New York City," according to The New York Times.
Russians lose services and apps subscriptions after Apple fined for breaking sanctions
Following Apple Ireland getting fined for paying out to Russian app developers, the company has ceased all payment processing for the country, meaning users are cut off from buying new apps, or continuing to subscribe to Apple Music.
There may be no black iPhone 18 Pro, continuing a new trend for Apple
Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro will not be available in black, marking the second year in a row that buyers will have to choose a different color instead.
Leaker says there’s no back to black for the iPhone 18 Pro
Apple disappointed some when it launched the iPhone 17 Pro without the option to buy it in a black finish....
Amazon Reportedly in Talks to Buy Apple Satellite Partner Globalstar
Apple's 20 percent stake in satellite partner Globalstar has become a sticking point in Amazon's reported bid to acquire the company, according to the Financial Times ($). Amazon is in talks to buy Globalstar in a deal that would value the satellite telecommunications firm at roughly $9 billion, as part of a broader push to compete with SpaceX's Starlink.
Apple pulls the plug on all payments in Russia following government diktat
Apple has pulled the plug on all payment processing in Russia, meaning that it’s no longer possible for residents of...
Apple Fitness+ chief to retire after no wrongdoing found in bullying accusation
Jay Blahnik is to retire from Apple in July 2026, following accusations of him turning Apple Fitness+ into a toxic mental health work environment.
iPhone 18 Pro Reportedly Won't Come in Black
Apple offers the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max in just three colors – Silver, Cosmic Orange, and Deep Blue – but notably there's no black option. Last year was the first time Apple's high-end iPhones have not been available with a black or dark gray color option in any way, but those hoping for the return of black this year for the iPhone 18 Pro should look away now.
Your Galaxy Watch can finally track your blood pressure — but you probably shouldn’t use it
Samsung’s Galaxy Watch can finally track blood pressure in the US, but you should think twice before using it.
Apple Expands iOS 18.7.7 Update to More Devices to Block DarkSword Exploit
Apple expanded iOS 18.7.7 on April 1, 2026 after DarkSword disclosure, enabling auto security updates across more devices.
Apple Fitness chief Jay Blahnik retiring in July after 13-year tenure
Apple has confirmed to The New York Times that Jay Blahnik, the company's vice president of Fitness Technologies, will retire in July.
Amazon looking to buy Globalstar, the company behind Apple's SOS via Satellite
Apple purchased a 20% stake in Globalstar, so it has been thrown in the middle of the negotiations for Amazon to purchase the company. It powers SOS via Satellite on iPhone and Apple Watch.
Amazon ‘in talks’ to acquire Globalstar, and Apple’s stake is a key factor
Amazon is reportedly “in talks” to acquire Globalstar, the company that connects Apple’s iPhone and Apple Watch satellite features. Apple’s...
Hot deal: Samsung Galaxy Watch ultra (2025) price drops by 53%!
Want the best smartwatch? If you use an Android phone, that would be the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025).
Apple Sports adds support for the 2026 FIFA World Cup
The Apple Sports app now supports the 2026 FIFA World Cup, scheduled to kick off on June 11. Here’s how to follow your favorite teams.
9to5Mac Daily: April 1, 2026 – iOS 18 update, Siri multitasking
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts...
Tim Cook Says iPhone Launch Was His Favorite Apple Moment in 50th Anniversary Interview
For its 50th anniversary celebration, Apple invited The Wall Street Journal's Ben Cohen to Apple Park to meet up with Apple CEO Tim Cook. Cohen and Cook took a look at rare archival materials from the early days of Apple, some of which Cook wasn't even familiar with. Cook said that he had seen a lot of the devices for the first time while preparing for Apple's 50th anniversary.