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iPhones are going to the Moon on Artemis II
NASA's Artemis II crew launched with iPhones on its mission around the Moon, but the devices are present as personal tools rather than officially part of the spacecraft's systems.
Apple TV Releases Trailer for Mysterious New 'Genre-Bending' Series
Apple today shared a trailer for Widow's Bay, a mysterious new "genre-bending" horror-comedy series set to premiere on Apple TV on Wednesday, April 29. Widow's Bay is described as a "quaint island town 40 miles off the coast of New England," but apparently "something lurks beneath the surface". Matthew Rhys stars as Mayor Tom Loftis, who is trying to revive the struggling community.
iOS 26.5 release date: Here’s when to expect new iPhone features
iOS 26.5 arrived in beta this week packing new iPhone features, but a public launch isn’t too far away. Here’s the expected release date.
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.
United adds TSA wait times to its mobile app
United’s updated mobile app could make flying a bit less stressful.
Android could extend its lead on notification management over iOS with Notification Rules
Google may introduce Notification Rules to Android to silence, block, or highlight specific apps and people. Here is what we know about it!
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.
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.
WhatsApp Alerts 200 Users After Fake iOS App Installed Spyware; Italian Firm Faces Action
WhatsApp alerted 200 users in Italy to spyware iOS app, highlighting Europe’s expanding surveillance crisis.
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.
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...
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.
Apple Sports Now Lets You Follow Your Favorite 2026 FIFA World Cup Teams
Apple today updated the Sports app for iPhone to add more 2026 FIFA World Cup content. Soccer fans are now able to view complete tournament groupings and follow their favorite national teams in the app. This is the first 48-team World Cup and a departure from the traditional 32-team format. Following teams allows Apple Sports users to get real-time score updates and stats, plus there is support for Live Activities for tracking games.
Meta alerts iPhone users who downloaded spyware-laced version of WhatsApp
Italy’s ANSA reports that Meta has issued an alert to approximately 200 users who were tricked into downloading a fake version of WhatsApp.
Apple's (PRODUCT)RED Era is Over, But What About the iPhone 18 Pro?
Apple's final product in (PRODUCT)RED is no longer available, as the iPhone 14 Silicone Case in that color was marked as sold out on its online store last month. Since 2006, Apple has partnered with the (RED) brand to raise money for The Global Fund, an organization that aims to combat diseases such as HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria in Africa. Through this partnership, Apple had long offered a (PRODUCT)RED option for some products, but the color is no longer available at all.
iOS 26.4 makes Apple’s best new Reminders feature easier to use
iOS 26.4 brings several Reminders improvements that make the app’s recently added urgent task feature easier to use. Here’s how.
AirTag 2 gets improved anti-stalking capabilities with new firmware update
Apple has deployed a new firmware update for the AirTag 2, giving a significant update to an anti-stalking feature.
iOS 27 Rumored to Feature Keyboard Upgrade
Apple has tested an updated iPhone keyboard with autocorrect enhancements, according to a report this week from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. The report said the keyboard "expands autocorrect by offering alternative words," similar to tools like Grammarly. "It suggests alternative words in addition to word fixes like today's autocorrect," said Gurman, in a follow-up social media post.
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Tim Cook explores rare iPod, iPhone prototypes in new interview [Video]
Apple’s 50th anniversary celebration continues, this time with a fascinating new video from The Wall Street Journal. In the video,...