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iPhone 18 Pro event date: When Apple announced its event over the last six years
Apple has announced its event two weeks in advance for four straight years, pointing to a likely iPhone 18 Pro event announcement this month.
Top Stories: Apple Leaks - Camera-Equipped AirPods, Beats 360, and More
It was a big week for leaks in the Apple world, with Apple itself revealing information on a bunch of upcoming products within a macOS Tahoe 26.7 build and retailers leaking details on new Beats 360 headphones that could be launching soon.
Weekend Apple deals: $500 off MacBook Pro, AirPods Pro 3, AirPods Max 2 $120 off, AirTag 2, more
Alongside the final 48-hours of Best Buy’s giant 60th Anniversary Sale, it is time to touch down for your weekend...
ChatGPT’s iPhone app gets a handy shortcut to attach recent photos more quickly
Users who rely on ChatGPT for quick visual searches can now add photos to a conversation more quickly with a new gesture. Here’s how.
10 Ways to Improve Your iPhone's Battery Life
When you're at home or work with regular access to an iPhone charger, you probably don't need to worry much about your iPhone's battery. On days when you're away from home for long stretches, you might want to make some adjustments to extend battery life. We've rounded up 10 tips that can cut down on battery drain. 1. Turn on Adaptive Power The best way to preserve battery life is to make sure you have Adaptive Power turned on.
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Grok Bot is an all-new iPhone and Mac app from SpaceXAI and Cursor [U]
SpaceXAI and Cursor are in the process of becoming a single company, but first, the two firms are releasing an...
The MacRumors Show: Michael Fisher Talks iPhone Ultra
YouTuber Michael Fisher, known as "MrMobile," joins us on this week's episode of The MacRumors Show to talk through key rumors about the "iPhone Ultra" and how the device could compare to rivals. Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel for more videos Michael has covered the foldable phone category since 2019 and personally owned or reviewed nearly every major device in it, from the original Galaxy Fold to Samsung's newly redesigned Galaxy Z Fold8.
iPhone 18 Pro release date: Here’s when Apple’s new flagship is coming
Apple has new iPhones coming this fall, here’s when to expect the iPhone 18 Pro’s announcement, release date, and more.
Another disguised Russian banking app has topped the US iPhone App Store
Back in June, we flagged three instances of U.S.-sanctioned Russian banks sneaking client apps onto the App Store. Two months...
iPhone sales rise in Latin America even as smartphone market shrinks
Across the world, rising costs and an uncertain economy mean that smartphone sales are falling, yet Apple's iPhone has still seen a 5% growth in the latest quarter.
MG Could Be Next Automaker to Get Apple Car Key Support
Code found in Apple's backend car key system suggests the company is preparing to add support for MG vehicles. The discovery indicates Apple has begun preparing car key support for SAIC Motor's MG brand. With an Apple Car Key, drivers can use their iPhone or Apple Watch to lock, unlock, and start a compatible vehicle instead of relying on a traditional key fob, with support for Express Mode that works without authentication.
Here’s how iPhone 18 Pro will differentiate itself from prior models
Here are some key ways Apple plans to differentiate iPhone 18 Pro from prior models, per the latest rumors.
Smartphone Sales Are Falling Worldwide, But Apple Keeps Growing
Apple gained ground in India, Latin America, and Europe even as all three markets contracted, according to a new series of Counterpoint Research reports. Between late March and the beginning of August, Indian smartphone sales ran 14% behind the equivalent stretch of 2025, and the market slipped for three straight weeks once major promotions in July had finished.
The camera I always have with me keeps paying dividends
There’s an old photography saying that the best camera is the one you have on you at the time. The...
When to reuse, sell or recycle an old iPhone or iPad
An old iPhone or iPad may have years of useful life left, but the wrong second act can turn aging software into a security risk. Here's how to tell when it deserves a new job, a new owner, or a trip to the recycler.
Camera AirPods Code Reveals Image Capture Resolution, Status Light, Person Detection, and More
Apple is working on camera-equipped AirPods, as indicated by various reports and a demo video of them in action discovered earlier this week. The video was found by MacRumors in the macOS Tahoe 26.7 release candidate, but it turns out there are even more details in the code. MacRumors forum member mactracker has discovered a hidden macOS framework called "AccessorySensorManager" that manages sensor data from the AirPods when they are connected to a Mac.
Dark Cherry and More: Every iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra Color Rumor
We're likely about a month away from when Apple will launch new iPhone models, and color has been a major topic of discussion. There's going to be a dramatic new color for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, but Apple plans to play it safe with the foldable iPhone. iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max With the iPhone 17 Pro line, Apple introduced a bold new Cosmic Orange color. This year, Cosmic Orange is being retired for a shade that's darker and moodier.
WhatsApp is working on even more Liquid Glass interface changes on iOS
Following the initial rollout of Liquid Glass on iOS earlier this year, WhatsApp is now working to bring the design to more interface elements.
Apple Releases New AirPods Beta Firmware With iOS 27 Features
Apple today released a fifth version of the beta firmware it is testing for the AirPods Pro 2, AirPods Pro 3, AirPods 4, and AirPods Max 2. The firmware is available for developers and has a build number of 9A5347a. In iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS Golden Gate, Apple is adding a new AirPods interface, a slider for Adaptive mode, and support for custom EQ, so the firmware adds support for those features. AirPods are also compatible with the new Siri AI.
Apple, Where is CarPlay Ultra?
In May 2025, Apple launched CarPlay Ultra, the long-awaited next-generation version of its CarPlay software system for vehicles. More than a year later, however, CarPlay Ultra is still limited to select Aston Martin vehicles with six-figure price tags. In a press release last year, Apple said "many" other vehicle brands around the world planned to offer CarPlay Ultra, including Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis.
AirPods with camera leak, iOS 27 beta 6, iPhone 18 Pro cases
Benjamin and Chance talk about the crazy leak by Apple depicting the new AirPods with cameras in a video demo,...
Apple Card Turns Seven With Big Change Ahead
Today marks the seventh anniversary of the Apple Card becoming widely available in the U.S., following a more limited preview period. Apple's credit card can be managed in the iPhone's Wallet app, with key benefits including color-coded spending summaries, no fees, and Daily Cash cash back paid out daily. Apple Card holders can also open a high-yield savings account. The anniversary comes ahead of a big change planned for the Apple Card.
iPhone 18 Pro: Pre-Orders and Release Date?
Apple has yet to reveal when the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra will be announced and released, but the dates usually follow a familiar pattern. As usual, the iPhone event is expected to take place in the first half of September. Labor Day falls on September 7 this year. The last time the holiday was on that day was in 2020, but the iPhone event that year was delayed until October due to the COVID-19 pandemic.