Apple and Epic have filed new requests over whether the court should keep or lift a recent stay in their ongoing App Store legal battle. Here are the details.
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OpenAI is asking users of its Mac software to update to the latest releases from today “out of an abundance of caution.” This is due to a security issue with a third-party developer tool, Axios, that was used by OpenAI.
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Counterpoint Research has published its latest report on global smartphone shipments for Q1 2026, showing that strong demand for the iPhone 17 helped Apple take the top spot in the market for the first time in a first quarter. Here are the details.
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Apple confirmed today that it will present three studies at the ACM Human-Computer Interaction Conference 2026 later this month, including work on AI-powered UI generation, accessibility, and the research behind the redesign of the AirPods Pro 3. Here are the details.
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VSCO has published a new report exploring how photographers are using AI, based on responses from both professionals and enthusiasts. Here’s what the report shows.
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XChat, the standalone messaging app from X, now has a release date.
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Apple TV’s lineup of weekly releases will look a lot different after this week, as three shows all just aired their season finales.
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iOS 26.4 brings with it a new ’Reduce Bright Effects’ setting that lets you disable various flashing elements common in Liquid Glass. Here are the details.
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iOS 26 keeps adding a lot of new ways to customize your iPhone, but one of my favorites was there in the first 26.0 release: 3D spatial wallpapers. Here’s how to use the feature.
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I have been a Satechi customer for years. I have used countless of their accessories, from iPad hubs to their computer peripherals to their chargers. They make some awesome, high-quality accessories that fit that Apple aesthetic. Most recently, they released their 3-in-1 Qi2 folding wireless charging stand, and it checks every box I would want from a charger like this. It has fast chargers, has a super clean design with great material choices, and can be used on a desk or on the go. Here is what you should know.
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Apple is hosting an in-person ‘Think Apple TV’ experience over two weekends later this month in LA, here are the details.
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Third-party chatbot apps consistently dominate the App Store top charts, and in iOS 27, Apple reportedly has a first-party Siri app coming for your iPhone Home Screen to compete. Here are the rumored features.
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Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by Apple’s most affordable 15-inch M5 MacBook Air at all-time lows, the 1TB model at $150 off, and more (all colors), alongside the up to $199 off 2026 MacBook Pro. While this Space Gray 46mm Apple Watch Series 11 is nearly $100 off, we also have some accessory deals including Nomad’s new Camino leather iPhone 17 Pro/Max cases with a FREE screen protector, alongside Apple Thunderbolt 5 and black USB-C cables. Head below for a closer look at the details.
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It’s been a busy week for iPhone Fold-related rumors already. But today, new posts from notable leakers address the rumored ‘iPhone Ultra’ name, launch timing, and Apple’s supply plans.
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Apple Wallet’s car key feature is building momentum, with several major vehicle brands recently launching support or about to. Now we can add another “coming soon” brand to that list: Lexus.
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Last month Amazon announced that Prime Video Ultra would be launching soon in the US, and that day has officially arrived. Here are the details and how to sign up.
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There’s a section on Apple’s macOS 26 Tahoe site that reads “Calm in the brainstorm.” The tagline introduces the revamped version of Spotlight, but there’s another Mac experience that it’s even more applicable to for me.
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Google is implementing a price hike for YouTube Premium plans in the US, with prices going up by as much as $4 per month.
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Tech can move on pretty quickly, but the Bluetooth speaker that still accompanies me on my travels was, until last week, the same one I’ve been using for four years. My Tribit StormBox Micro 2 was finally replaced by … the Tribit StormBox Micro 3.
Admittedly, the changes are relatively modest and most of those who own the original likely won’t need to upgrade, but they may be worthwhile if you’re trying to choose between the older and latest versions – especially with early-bird pricing …
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