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Judge Edward Davila today granted some of Apple’s requests for expedited discovery in its trade secrets lawsuit against former employees, OpenAI, and io Products. Here are the details.

Apple TV released the trailer today for ‘12 12 12,’ a new heist thriller series premiering next month. Here are the details and the trailer.

Apple today unveiled its next big foray into the smart home world, including the new HomeView smart display and a new Apple TV 4K. Following Apple’s announcement, the new Apple home gear is also now available for pre-order on Amazon:

• HomeView: $299
• Apple TV 4K: $299
• Apple TV Siri Remote: $59
• HomePod mini 2: $149

In addition to the rollout of developer beta 4 for macOS 27.2, iOS 27.2, iPadOS 27.2, and more, Apple also rolled out developer and public firmware betas for several AirPods models. Here are the details.

iOS 27.2 beta 4 debuted today for developers, and the update includes a new app icon for Apple Music alongside other design updates in the Music app.

An overhauled Apple Health app is coming, but it looks like iOS 27.2 won’t include it.

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Apple just released a fresh wave of beta updates, with developer beta 4 rolling out for iPadOS 27.2, watchOS 27.2, and more.

Apple is rolling out the fourth developer beta for macOS 27.2 Golden Gate, ahead of the official release in the coming weeks. Here’s what to expect.

Apple has released the fourth iOS 27.2 developer beta for iPhone. The update follows the release of iOS 27 to everyone. It also leaps over iOS 27.1, which Apple has shown as an iPhone Duo-focused release.

Today Apple unveiled HomeView, its long-awaited smart home hub. The HomeView comes in two distinct models, one with a domed speaker base and the other designed for wall mounting. But there’s a hidden feature difference beyond the form factors.

Apple announced its HomeView smart display this morning. Apple says HomeView can recognize up to six different people to deliver a “personalized experience” for each user.

John Gruber at Daring Fireball has more details on how HomeView’s facial recognition feature works.

Wow, $299. That’s a very surprising price. For HomeView, Apple’s all-new smart display, $299 feels surprisingly affordable. For Apple TV 4K, $299 feels surprisingly painful.

Apple unveiled its new HomeView product today, and it’s available for pre-order now. But unfortunately HomeView isn’t coming to the EU, at least for now. Here’s why.

Apple today announced HomeView, a $299 smart home display with a 7-inch screen that lets users control connected accessories, make FaceTime calls, and enjoy music and video content. But what about third-party apps? Here’s what Apple says.

Apple just launched a new Apple TV 4K, the fourth generation of the product. Here’s how the new Apple TV 4K compares to the previous, third-gen model from 2022.

Today Apple introduced HomePod mini 2 with Siri AI as a major tentpole feature. HomePod mini 2 ships on October 30, but checking the fine print on Apple’s website, it seems Siri AI won’t be available on launch day.

Today Apple unveiled its new HomeView product in two models, one with a speaker base and the other built for wall mounting. But if you buy the latter, just know you’ll need to spend more for a separate mount.

Today Apple unveiled the long-awaited new Apple TV 4K model, which includes an updated Siri Remote with a built-in speaker as part of its Find My and Precision Finding support. But even if you’re not upgrading, you can still buy the new Siri Remote for your current Apple TV.

Apple today confirmed that it is working with at least two third-party companies to develop a new lineup of smart home accessories, including cameras, thermostats, and a smart lock. Here are the details.