A leaker claims that Apple will change the position of the Apple logo on the back of the iPhone 17 Pro because of the expected camera bar at the top, marking the first such change in six years. Apple could move its logo downwards to center in the space below the alleged camera bar. Image credit: Majin Bu In a new image and post on his website, leaker Majin Bu, who has offered a mixed track record on rumors, claims that the new arrangement for the camera expected in the forthcoming Pro model ..

Savings of up to $100 off are in effect on a large selection of Apple Watch Series 10 and SE 2 styles during this weekend's early Prime Day sale. Save up to $100 on Apple Watch styles. Save up to $100 : Early Prime Day Apple Watch deals have dropped prices to as low as $169 at Amazon . The weekend price drops include a selection of Apple Watch Series 10, Ultra 2, and SE 2 models, with various case sizes and band styles eligible for double-digit and triple- digit savings. You can jump directly to ..

A self-described computer geek has revealed a previously secret "easter egg" image file buried in the ROM code of the 27-year-old Power Macintosh G3 that shows the team that worked on the project. The secret image of the team that worked on the Power Macintosh G3. Image credit: Doug Brown Doug Brown, who maintains a blog that documents his experiments and research into older computers, said that he accidentally discovered the Easter egg while looking through resources in the Power Mac G3's ROM. ..

After some controversial advertising, Apple's 'F1' will be the company's best- ever theatrical debut, after a $10M preview and an immersive trailer for the Apple Vision Pro . Apple used custom cameras to capture the racing in its new film 'F1.' Image credit: Apple The company's strong push to promote the new Brad Pitt movie F1 including a controversial ad within the Wallet app position the Apple Original Films theatrical release to have the company's best-ever opening weekend. Apple's new ..

The AlgoLaser Pixi Smart Laser Engraver is great starter machine for etching onto practically anything, without taking up too much desk space. The software leaves something to be desired, though. AlgoLaser Pixi Smart Laser Engraver The maker movement helped propel a new market of small hardware for producing or designing things. It helped the widespread adoption of 3D printing, while speciality hardware like Cricut is seeing massive growth. The success of high- end tools for consumers to get ..

Meta's latest feature gives Facebook the power to continuously upload your private photos to its cloud even the ones you never intended to share. Here's how to stop it. Image credit: Meta In a time where internet users are goaded into giving away their data to nearly every company, Meta has decided to take it several steps further. It wants you to give Facebook access to your entire camera roll and allow it to upload your photos to its cloud. The "feature," spotted by TechCrunch has recently ..

The FTC is handing out $126 million in "Fortnite" refunds after years of shady charges, surprise bills, and retaliatory bans. Here's how to get yours. Credit: Epic Games Nearly one million Fortnite players are getting refunds totaling $126 million. The payouts address years of unauthorized charges and access restrictions tied to billing disputes. This round of payouts is for those who submitted a valid claim before February 14, 2025. The FTC is currently reviewing claims that were made after ..

AI agents are learning to tap through your iPhone on your behalf, but Apple researchers want them to know when to pause. Apple continues to refine AI agent capabilities A recent paper from Apple and the University of Washington explored this disparity. Their research focused on training AI to understand the consequences of its actions on a smartphone. Artificial intelligence agents are getting better at handling everyday tasks. These systems can navigate apps, fill in forms, make purchases or ..

A new rumor claims that the iPhone 17 will have a larger screen than the current iPhone 16, making it the same size as the iPhone 16 Pro. The iPhone 17 could match the iPhone 17 Pro's 6.3-inch screen size In May 2025 , display analyst Ross Young claimed that the iPhone 17 would feature a 6.3-inch screen, compared to the 6.1-inches of the iPhone 16 . Now regular, even prolific, leaker "Digital Chat Station" agrees. "The screen size of iPhone 17 has changed to 6.27/6.3 inches," says the leaker ( ..

Apple has annoyed some users with its F1 Wallet promotion, and pleased others with its Finder icon redesign. Plus, there's news of the M5 iPad Pro, how Apple Intelligence briefly went do

Apple has added a $350 million campus to its growing Bay Area portfolio, spending over half a billion dollars on local real estate this week. Image Credit: Jay Paul Company Apple has been on a Bay Area shopping spree this week. Earlier we learned that it bought the Tantau office complex for $160 million but it seems like Apple still had money to burn. Its newest acquisition is a two-building campus located at 615 and 625 North Mathilda in Sunnyvale, Santa Clara County. The location is just ..

While the new glass-like design may be the most visible change within iOS 26 , the operating system also has five features that might be particularly appealing for business users. iOS 26 includes five features that business users might find particularly appealing. iOS 26 made its debut on June 9 at WWDC 2025, in a relatively subdued keynote event. While Apple put a strong emphasis on its cross-platform " Liquid Glass " design language , there's more to iOS 26 than meets the eye. Some of the ..

DeepSeek has been declared by German regulators to contain illegal content because of its security issues, and the local government wants it removed from the App Store and Google Play Store. DeepSeek is China's equivalent of ChatGPT DeepSeek is the Chinese generative AI app that jumped to the top of the US App Store, was famously developed for a fraction of what OpenAI spent on ChatGPT, and has even been politely praised by Tim Cook . However, it also comes with severe security issues , and ..

The latest Apple Store in Australia is in a historic Commonwealth Bank Building, and it has opened to customers with unique features to the region. Apple Perth City. Image source: Apple Apple's ambitious retail plans continue to be carried out unabated as a new Apple Store opens in Perth, Australia. It is technically a store that was moved from a different location in Perth and now resides in a historic Commonwealth Bank Building. According to comments provided to The West by Apple SVP of ..

The Aura Triple Boost 14 Pro adds three 14-inch folding displays to your MacBook Pro , for when you really need to work on the move assuming you've got the cargo capacity. Aura Triple Boost 14 Pro review - deployed with a MacBook Pro One of the main benefits of having a desktop computer is the ability to use multiple monitors. With more than one screen at your disposal, your digital workspace increases considerably, allowing you to see and work on more things at once time. At a desk with a Mac ..

A new Bluetooth ID appeared in a database related to device syncing, and it may be a reference to the AirPods Pro 3 that are expected to launch in the fall. A new generation of AirPods Pro could be on the way Apple is fairly careful to avoid inadvertent leaks, but it isn't immune to mistakes. A couple of small flubs occurred in 2025 already, one referencing AirPods Pro 3 directly and another stating AirPods Pro 2 or later . The latest tidbit was discovered by MacRumors in an undisclosed ..

Apple and Qualcomm sought to transfer the patent troll case filed by Red Rock in 2021 to California, but their appeals have been denied by the U.S. District Judge and the Federal Circuit Court. Lawsuit seeks damages from years of iPhone sales Apple is no stranger to patent infringement lawsuits from patent trolls, and one that slipped under the radar since its start in 2021 has resurfaced. Red Rock Analytics, a non-practicing entity and known patent troll, filed a lawsuit with Apple and ..

Right at the deadline to comply with the European Union Digital Markets Act, Apple is making changes to its developer policies. However, it may not be enough to escape the European Commission's ire. An EU flag with the App Store logo Since the introduction of the Digital Markets Act, Apple has been under close scrutiny, with the repeated threat of fines for noncompliance. On June 26, Apple said it is implementing a plan that makes changes to its rules concerning steering and transaction fees. ..

Leaked images reveal a small shift in the iPhone 17 Air's front camera, which may hint at internal design compromises required by its ultra-thin build. Apple is expected to debut an ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air or iPhone 17 Slim in 2025. It's almost rumor season, which means we're getting a steady flow of new leaks that may give us some insight into the next iPhone lineup. And, right on cue, we've got yet another new leak related to the iPhone 17 Air. This time the leak consists of a photograph of ..

J.P. Morgan has lowered its Apple stock price target, warning that iPhone demand may be slowing down after a wave of early purchases and weaker interest in the upcoming models. The iPhone 16 product family In a note to investors seen by AppleInsider , J.P. Morgan has lowered its price target for Apple from $240 to $230. The new price target reflects tempered expectations for revenue and earnings over the next 18 months. The firm pointed to softer demand projections for the upcoming iPhone 17 ..

Apple is marking two decades of podcasting, and is highlighting 20 standout shows across that time, that helped shape the medium. Apple shares top 20 podcasts from the past 20 years Podcasts first landed on iTunes in 2005. To celebrate 20 years of podcasts, Apple has launched a new page titled "Apple Podcasts 20 Years, 20 Podcasts We Love" promoting its favorite podcasts throughout the years. "This list is a love letter to the podcasts that left a lasting impact on us and the ones we continue ..

Samsung's new line of smart monitors pairs well with Mac computers, and if you preorder the M7, M8, or M9 (a QD-OLED display), you can score up to a $300 Samsung credit or Amazon gift card. Save up to $300 on Samsung's 2025 monitors. The 2025 smart monitor lineup from Samsung starts at just $399.99, with preorder incentives in effect now at Samsung and Amazon. Whether you prefer a Samsung credit or an Amazon gift card, the preorder deals are worth checking out, with the devices officially ..

No one can say that Apple has taken a light touch in promoting, "F1: The Movie," but the film is being distributed theatrically by Warner Bros. and Apple reportedly wants more power. Brad Pitt in "F1" It's perhaps a sign of confidence in how "F1" is going to fare at the box office, and it's definitely a turn around from when Apple said to be cutting back on both big-budget movies and theatrical releases of them. According to the Wall Street Journal , Apple executives are now looking at moving ..

The Heybike Alpha is an e-bike that makes a good starter mid-drive e-bike for larger individuals looking to have a bit of off-road fun. Heybike Alpha There are two main paths to e-bike ownership. You can either add a conversion kit to a bike you already enjoy or go with a purpose-built model that's ready to ride right away. It's a tricky balance since every option comes with trade-offs. You might opt for a slim, more traditional-looking e-bike with minimal design compromises, but that usually ..

The HDMI Forum has officially made the HDMI 2.2 standard available to manufacturers, with future-proof features such as 16K video support and an increase in maximum memory bandwidth of up to 96 gigabits per second. The HDMI 2.2 standard is now available to manufacturers. On Wednesday, a significant update to the ever-popular HDMI standard was released. Seven years after the arrival of HDMI 2.1 , the HDMI Forum has unveiled the full specifications of the standard's successor, HDMI 2.2. The ..

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The large Tantau office complex near Apple Park and the Apple Fitness Center has been acquired by Apple, though the building was already in use by the company. An office complex near Apple Park has been purchased by Apple Apple Park is a massive Cupertino campus with The Ring, a 2.8-million-square-foot circular building that can house 12,000 employees. However, even with that giant building, Apple still needs more space and occupies many buildings in the area around the main campus. One of ..

The latest version of the watchOS 26 beta is reminding Hermes owners that elegance doesn't equal stability. Apple Watch Hermes Edition Apple's second developer beta of watchOS 26 is causing major problems for owners of the premium Hermes edition Apple Watch . These issues include crashes, overheating, and pairing problems. The company has confirmed the bug in its official release notes and is advising Hermes users not to install the beta. Continue Reading on AppleInsider Discuss on our Forums

Former long-time Apple employee Paula Bozinovich was among eight people who died on a Lake Tahoe boating trip over the weekend. Paula Bozinovich [left] with son Josh Pickles [middle] and Terry Pickles [right] On July 21st, a boat capsized on Lake Tahoe, causing the deaths of eight people. Among the group was Paula Bozinovich, formerly of Apple, who was celebrating her 71st birthday with the powerboat ride. The boat passengers were caught up in a sudden storm while on the lake, reports The San ..

In a research study, some doctors will wear Apple Vision Pro during colonoscopies to explore how spatial computing can support real-time cancer detection. Apple Vision Pro tested in colonoscopy procedures We've been hearing about potential case uses for the Apple Vision Pro in a medical setting for a while now probably longer than it has existed as a purchasable product. We've seen medical professionals suggest the Apple Vision Pro could be an invaluable tool for anesthesiologists, nursing ..

Big Tech's grip on the app economy is under fire again as lawmakers reintroduce the bipartisan "Open App Markets Act" aimed at breaking Apple and Google's app store dominance. US Lawmakers reintroduce Open App Markets Act On Tuesday, June 24, U.S. senators Marsha Blackburn, Richard Blumenthal, Mike Lee, Amy Klobuchar, and Dick Durbin introduced the Open App Markets Act. This bipartisan bill hopes to establish enforceable rules designed to "promote competition and strengthen consumer protections ..

With repeated rumors that a revised AirTag 2 is coming soon, there are also many claims about what will be different and key areas where AirTags could be improved. Here's what to expect, and when. The expected AirTags 2 are believed to keep the same basic design as the current model There's never a guarantee when Apple will release a particular product other than the iPhone 17 range will be in September but launches are such a large undertaking that there are always clues. Sometimes it will ..

Apple is doing even more to help you protect your battery life and overall health with iOS 26 . Here's how. The battery widget shows the battery life on all your connected devices Batteries are not eternal. They are a physical and chemical process that deteriorate over time, and will inevitably need to be replaced if you keep your device long enough. For years, Apple has prioritized battery health and longevity with features built into iOS. The upcoming iOS 26 takes things even further. ..

The fall update adding the M5 chip to the iPad Pro is getting closer to reality, with OLED displays for the tablet reportedly entering mass production for a launch in October. 13-inch M4 iPad Pro with an OLED display Apple's fall updates tend to include some form of iPad change. One of the rumored launches is the upgrade bringing M5 to the iPad Pro, and a report seems to indicate it is on the way. According to report sources of ZDNet Korea via DigiTimes , mass production of the OLED display ..

Apple's CarPlay Ultra faces a long road to becoming a widely-used feature, as car makers are pushing back on supporting Apple's system in favor of their own solutions. CarPlay Ultra on Aston Martin - Image credit Apple The shift from CarPlay to CarPlay Ultra is a big one for car manufacturers to make. Instead of occupying just the main infotainment system's screen, CarPlay Ultra spreads out to other areas of the dashboard, as well as having more direct control over the vehicle's various ..

Apple will not pre-announce when it will release iOS 26 beta updates, but over the years it has proven to has a mostly predictable schedule after the first one has rolled out. Here's when to expect new versions. Apple's beta test cycle has begun for developers and will soon start for the public image credit: Apple The only correct and truly sensible date for iOS 26 beta releases is to not pay any attention to them and wait for the official release in September. But as the second developer beta ..

The Syntech Chronos 68 is a highly customizable magnetic switch keyboard that, with some small Mac-specific issues aside, is not a bad choice for gamers. Syntech Chronos 68 Gaming keyboards do their best to offer an aesthetically pleasing physical interface, while also tending to be quite visually loud. Finding a keyboard that's also compact and usable is also not impossible with the options available on the market. Add on new technologies like magnetic switches, and it becomes a lot harder to ..

Apple's iCloud services were experiencing an outage, and impacted users are experiencing issues with iCloud Mail, Photos, and the iWork suite of apps. Some users are experiencing issues with iCloud services due to an ongoing outage. On Tuesday, users of iCloud Mail reported issues with this and other Apple Services . A number of people were unable to access iCloud Mail, with some experiencing difficulties even after gaining access. According to Apple's System Status page, the company's iCloud ..

Apple's fight for compensation on sales made external to the App Store continues as it asks the 9th Circuit Court to undo the "unduly punitive" mandate set by Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rodgers. Apple's external linking commissions are still being blocked by court order Apple was told it willfully violated a 2021 injunction that wasn't enforced until 2024 and must remove all barriers to external app purchases and linking. A stay on the order was requested and denied , but the fight continues. ..