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During Q1 2026, the base iPhone 17 became the world's top-selling smartphone, outdoing not only the competition but also the premium iPhone models. The standard iPhone 17 was the world's top-selling smartphone during Q1 2026. Across the world, and especially in key markets like China and the United States, the iPhone 17 range has proven to be quite popular with consumers. Apple made that clear wh…

Apple doesn't want to fight a battle on two fronts in the ongoing Epic Games case, so it has turned to the Supreme Court for a pause on proceedings in the Circuit Courts. Apple's control of the App Store continues to be challenged in court The Apple vs Epic case could go down as one of the more convoluted cases Apple has ever faced. The back and forth that has taken place since Epic first filed a…

Apple's vice president of products & regulatory law Kyle Andeer lashed out at the European Union's Digital Markets Act, repeating the refrains that unfair targeting and requirement that it must share tech with rivals will put users worldwide at risk. Apple slams EU DMA over privacy and innovation risks Two years after the Digital Market Act went into effect , Apple is still vehemently opposed to …

After years in beta, Homebridge 2.0 brings support for even more devices to Apple Home , as well as other Matter platforms. Here's what's new. Homebridge 2.0 brings Matter support to help bridge the future of smart home devices Homebridge launched in 2015 with the simple goal of bridging unsupported devices into Apple Home. With plugins, this locally-run server would allow many devices like Dyson…

The Apple Wallet will allow users to create passes in iOS 27, taking QR passes from physical passes to create digital versions. Apple Wallet The Apple Wallet can be used to handle credit and debit cards, store cards, digital keys, and digital passes from third-party apps. However, not everyone who provides users with passes does so while supporting the Apple Wallet. In iOS 27 , that will change, …

The release candidates for iOS 26.5 , iPadOS 26.5, watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, visionOS 26.5, and macOS Tahoe 26.5 are out, as testing for the generation nears its end. Apple's hardware that works with the 26-generation operating systems - Image Credit: Apple The RC builds for iOS 26.5, iPadOS 26.5, watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, visionOS 26.5, and macOS Tahoe 26.5 surface after the fourth developer betas…

The $170 discount delivers the lowest price ever on Apple's 2026 M5 15-inch MacBook Air. Grab the lowest price ever on Apple's M5 15-inch MacBook Air - Image credit: Apple You can take advantage of the $150 instant discount stacked with a bonus $20 in-cart coupon at B&H Photo today, with the Apple Authorized Reseller stating there is limited supply available at the reduced $1,129 price . Buy 15" …

Even though most of a Mac's battery life is predestined by manufacturing variables out of your control, there are ways to prolong your Mac's battery life. In some cases, they may not be worth the hassle. Here's how to maximize your battery health With a smaller battery, most people talk about the best ways to extend both the battery life and overall battery health on iPhone . But your portable Ma…

The 2026 Apple Pride Collection has arrived, with a new Apple Watch Pride Edition Sport Loop accompanied by a matching watch face and Pride Luminance wallpapers. Apple Watch Pride Edition Sport Loop for 2026 - Image Credit: Apple Each year, Apple releases Pride Editions of Apple Watch bands, as part of its work to champion LGBTQ+ equality. On May 4, the 2026 batch became available. The new Pride …

A new report claims that while Apple Silicon chips based on TSMC's 3nm processors will remain in shorter supply than usual, there are reasons to expect the launch of 2nm processor in the next MacBook Pro will improve the situation. Processor wafers [TSMC] During Apple's latest earnings call, Tim Cook cautioned that the current shortage of memory would be an increasing problem , and the expectatio…

In this week's "Sunday Reboot," Apple drives on with F1 in Miami, Q2 was a financial spectacular, and 'Ted Lasso' season 4 can't arrive fast enough. Formula 1, Apple's financials, and Apple TV Sunday Reboot is a weekly column covering some of the lighter stories within the Apple reality distortion field from the past seven days. All to get the next week underway with a good first step. This week,…

The Apple Watch updates in watchOS 27 includes new watch faces, with Apple testing a new simpler version of the Modular Ultra for the standard model. Apple Watch Ultra 2 with Modular Ultra watch face In the run-up to WWDC in June, the rumor mill will surface leaks and speculation about Apple's software changes . One of the more frequent updates to expect is for the Apple Watch , in the form of ne…

The iCloud account of an accused murderer contained sex abuse images, a deputy is arrested for AirTag stalking, and a man gets 17 months for iPad thefts, all in this week's Apple Crime Blotter. Apple Store Town Center This is the latest in an occasional AppleInsider series, looking at the world of Apple-related crime. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

Apple retailers have issued steeper discounts on the MacBook Pro for May, resulting in record-low prices on several M5 Pro and M5 Max 14-inch and 16-inch configurations. Grab steeper discounts on Apple's new MacBook Pro for May. Prices have dipped to as low as $1,949 for the 2026 MacBook Pro, with a variety of 14-inch and 16-inch configurations now up to $250 off. You can check out top deals belo…

The DJI Osmo 360 is an excellent example of how to do a 360-degree camera system right. Its massive optional selfie stick is overkill for most people. DJI Osmo 360 and accessories Apple has, in recent years, made its iPhones more useful for videography. However, while it has features like Action Mode to make it useful for filming fast activities, it's still not exactly the best choice for some mo…