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Vietnam: The War That Changed America received three nominations today for the 47th Annual News & Documentary Emmy Awards. Here’s what it’s up against.

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Apple researchers have published details of SQUIRE, an experimental AI-powered tool that helped developers explore and refine interface ideas with more control than with typical AI coding tools. Here are the details.

I would argue that Apple currently has its best MacBook lineup it’s ever offered. Since the release of the MacBook Neo, they now have a really strong option at every price point. But at the same time, there is a slight awkward issue. The MacBook Neo is now the default recommendation for anyone who just wants a Mac laptop, and if you need Pro-level features and hardware, you go with the MacBook Pro. So where does that leave the M5 MacBook Air? Who is the target customer now? The MacBook Air is no longer the de facto entry-level computer, but it’s also not as powerful as the Pro-level MacBooks, so who should buy the MacBook Air?

My iPhone stays on silent most of the time, but a new iOS 26 ringtone has strongly tempted me to rethink that choice because it’s such a pleasant tune. Here’s my new favorite iPhone ringtone.

Update April 7, 2026, 12 p.m. ET: The feature is now available for Mac users running macOS 26.4, as confirmed by Greg Joswiak.

When Apple announced the Studio Display XDR last month, it detailed a new Medical Imaging Calibrator feature for macOS to allow radiologists to view diagnostic images directly on the display.

That feature has now received FDA clearance. As such, Apple says that Medical Imaging Calibrator will be available this week to Studio Display XDR users in the United States.

For the vast majority of people, CarPlay is a must-have. Apple’s in-car experience provides a vastly superior infotainment experience than most options from carmakers. There’s quick access to your favorite apps, integration with Siri, seamless connectivity, and more.

Here are all of my favorite tips and tricks for making sure you’re getting the most out of your CarPlay experience…

AI is now being used to make software more secure.

Anthropic announced a new initiative called Project Glasswing that includes Apple as a partner. As part of Glasswing, Anthropic is sharing a preview of its newly unveiled Claude Mythos model with select partners, including Apple.

Anthropic says Mythos has found “thousands of high-severity vulnerabilities” in “every major operating system and web browser.”

Update April 7, 2026, 4 p.m. ET: The shortcuts API has been fixed and should work with no issues. Here is the link: Artemis II image shortcut

You might have seen in the news recently that for the first time in over 50 years, we have sent humans to circle the moon. On April 1st, NASA launched Artemis II with four astronauts on a test mission to orbit the moon and prepare for a later mission to land on the moon. We have already reached the far side of the moon and seen some amazing imagery from Artemis II. Some of the shots have even been taken on an iPhone! NASA has been sharing some latest images on their Flickr page for us to see, and someone even created a shortcut so you can pull these images directly to your device. Here is how!

Apple Vision Pro will soon offer access to a lot more games than ever before, as visionOS is gaining a native Steam Link app. Here’s how you can start using the Steam Link beta today.

Earlier today, a report indicated Apple’s foldable iPhone had hit production snags that could delay it several months. But now Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman has rebutted the report, saying the iPhone Fold is “on track” for an expected September launch.

Earlier today we got our first look at a photo of dummy models for iPhone Fold, iPhone 18 Pro, and iPhone 18 Pro Max via Sonny Dickson. But now, a video has arrived to offer another look at what’s coming.

iOS 27 is the next major iPhone software version, here’s when to expect its release—including dates for the first betas and the public launch.

If you’re in the market for Apple’s colorful new MacBook Neo, you might have to wait a few weeks to get your hands on one. Here’s the latest on MacBook Neo availability, and where you might be able to find one sooner.

Apple Arcade’s May lineup will introduce new titles and updates to existing games on the subscription gaming platform. Apple Arcade games have no ads and no in-app purchases.

Apple TV has just announced the release date for Dark Matter season 2, the highly anticipated return of a beloved sci-fi hit.

The new MacBook Neo has apparently been a smash hit, and Apple will likely talk up its success at its next quarterly earnings call. But, in what can be considered a good problem to have, Apple is facing a bit of a supply chain predicament. Its stock of A18 Pro chips — the previous-gen iPhone processor that powers the Neo — is reportedly running low according to respected analyst Tim Culpan.

One of the ways Apple got the price of the Neo down was by using leftover, binned, A18 Pro chips that were originally destined for life inside iPhone 16 Pro. If it needs to ramp up production again, though, the laptop’s margins will be squeezed.

Apple’s first foldable iPhone is expected to launch this fall, and a notable leaker says that inside sources indicate the name won’t be ‘iPhone Fold,’ but rather ‘iPhone Ultra.’

Spotify Prompted Playlists were first launched in New Zealand late last year before rolling out to the US and Canada in January. The feature lets you use natural language to describe what you want to hear, and the streaming service will create an AI-powered music playlist to match.

The company has now expanded the AI tool to podcasts, stating that it will use a mix of three factors to generate personalized podcast playlists for you …

Aqara just released the new Aqara W200 Thermostat Hub, featuring Matter 1.4 support and native integration with Apple’s new Adaptive Temperature functionality. These additions make it a compelling alternative to Nest for anyone wanting deep, system-level control within Apple Home.

Designed specifically for students, this new free tool generates study guides, mind maps, podcasts, and other AI-powered visual and auditory learning content based on class notes and other uploaded materials. Here are the details.