Apple Overhauls App Store Age Ratings
Hartley Charlton / macrumors - Apple has announced an overhaul of the App Store's age rating system across all of its platforms.The company has added three new age rating tiers — 13+, 16+, and 18+ — to the existing 4+ and 9+ classifications. At the same time, the 12+ and 17+ categories…
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The Morning After: Apple’s iOS 26 beta is ready for the public
Mat Smith / engadget - A few months since WWDC 2025, and Apple is shifting its OS update from developers to brave members of the public. Yesterday, the company launched the public beta version of all its operating systems, now all under the umbrella of "26", making my job a lit…
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'AppleCare One' Subscription Now Available
Hartley Charlton / macrumors - AppleCare One, Apple's new subscription for customers to cover multiple devices with a single plan, is now available.AppleCare One starts at $19.99 per month for up to three products, with the ability to add more for $5.99 per month for each additional de…
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New iPhone case changes old Lightning ports to USB-C
Vincent Lin / mobilesyrup - A new project has launched an iPhone case that swaps the Lightning ports on older iPhones to be compatible with Apple’s new USB-C cables. “Years after my viral ‘World’s First USB-C iPhone’ modification, I’m back to revive the project. This time, I’m turni…
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Apple has released the public betas of iOS 26 and its other “26” operating systems
Christian Zibreg / idownloadblog - Apple just released the public betas of iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26, tvOS 26, HomePod software 26, watchOS 26 and AirPods firmware. These public beta versions correspond with the latest developer betas in terms of the features and...
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iOS 18.6 squishes a bug that prevented sharing Photos memory movies
Christian Zibreg / idownloadblog - Apple's iOS 18.6 software update fixes a bug which prevented the sharing of memory movies in the iPhone's built-in Photos app.
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BMW Confirms It Has No Plans to Offer CarPlay Ultra
Hartley Charlton / macrumors - BMW has confirmed it will not support Apple's next-generation CarPlay Ultra platform in any of its upcoming vehicles. This is the first unequivocal public rejection of CarPlay Ultra by BMW since the system's announcement. The automaker had previously issu…
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Apple unveils second Osaka store ahead of its opening
appleinsider - More than 20 years after opening its first Apple Store in Osaka, Japan, Apple has unveiled its second, Apple Umeda, which opens on July 26.Apple Umeda in Osaka — image credit: AppleThe new store is part of a specific plan by Apple to open or remodel aroun…
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Apple teases iOS 26 beta, compatibility, and HomePod feature
Apple’s next update, iOS 26, is stirring buzz with a missing public beta, a detailed compatibility list, and a leak hinting at a HomePod featuring a built‐in screen. The upcoming rollout promises new functionalities and design tweaks while early adopters might need to brace for a few rough edges.
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Apple News+ Audio finally arrives in UK, Canada, Australia
appleinsider - After a long wait, Apple News+ Audio has finally expanded out from the United States to the UK, Australia, and Canada. It only took five years.Apple News+ Audio is now available in the UK, Canada, and AustraliaApple has a habit of introducing new features…
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Qi2 25W wireless charging is coming to iPhones and 'major Android smartphones'
Lawrence Bonk / engadget - The newest version of the Qi2 wireless standard is coming to iPhones and some Android handsets. It has also received a snappy, new branding of Qi2 25W, denoting the wireless charging speed, which is miles better than the previous name of Qi2.2.The big hoo…
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First Foldable iPhone Said to Feature 7.8″ Inner, 5.5″ Outer Display
Usman Qureshi / iphoneincanada - According to TrendForce, the “iPhone Fold” will feature a 7.8‑inch internal OLED display, while sporting a 5.5‑inch exterior screen for quick access.The post First Foldable iPhone Said to Feature 7.8″ Inner, 5.5″ Outer Display first appeared on iPhone in …
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New Case Brings USB-C Port to Lightning iPhones
Hartley Charlton / macrumors - An independent engineer known for modifying Apple products today revealed a new accessory that adds a fully functional USB-C port to older iPhones with Lightning ports via a custom-designed case.Ken Pillonel, the Swiss robotics engineer who gained attenti…
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AppleCare+ brings theft and loss option to iPad and Apple Watch
appleinsider - For the first time, users of the iPad and Apple Watch can get theft and loss insurance cover for their devices, as Apple revamps its AppleCare options.Apple Watch and iPad can now be covered by AppleCare+ Theft and LossAlongside launching its new AppleCar…
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What's new in iOS 26 beta 4: Silence Unknown Callers, Dynamic Wallapers, Camera App
appleinsider - The fourth developer betas of iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 have landed, with the update adding more Liquid Glass changes, Dynamic Wallpapers, and even CarPlay customizations. Here's what's new this time.Dynamic Wallpaper options in iOS 26 developer beta 4Just ove…
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Apple Announces 'AppleCare One' Subscription Plan for Multiple Devices
Hartley Charlton / macrumors - Apple today announced AppleCare One, a new subscription plan for customers to cover multiple devices with a single plan.AppleCare One starts at $19.99 per month for up to three products, with the ability to add more for $5.99 per month for each additional…
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Apple and Google's Mobile 'Duopoly' Targeted by UK Regulators
Tim Hardwick / macrumors - Britain's competition regulator has today outlined sweeping proposals that could force Apple to fundamentally alter how it operates its App Store, Safari browser, and iOS ecosystem in the UK.The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) published a detailed…
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Apple Warned Iranian Dissidents Of iPhone Spyware Attack Months Before War Erupted
bgr - In the months leading up to Israel's recent attack on Iran, there was a concerted effort to hack iPhones of Iranians, but Apple alerts saved them.
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Apple releasing six new iPhones in 2027 shouldn't be a surprise
appleinsider - Apple's introduction of the new entry "e" model and the upcoming iPhone Fold mean there will soon be six new iPhones a year, something a leaker pointed out.All four of the rumored iPhone 17 modelsThere's a chance that Apple could shift its release schedul…
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Apple trials fourth developer betas of iOS 26, iPadOS 26
appleinsider - Apple has moved on to its fourth developer beta round, covering iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS 26 Tahoe, watchOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26.Apple's hardware getting the 26-generation update - Image Credit: AppleThe fourth round arrives after the third, which …
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