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		<title>iOS 26.4.2 Update for iPhones is Coming Soon</title>
		<link>https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/20/ios-26-4-2-coming-soon/</link>
		<comments>https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/ios-26-4-2-update-for-iphones-is-coming-soon.2481241/</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 08:51:18 PDT</pubDate>
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		<dc:creator>Joe Rossignol</dc:creator>
		<category>iOS 26</category>
		

		<description><![CDATA[Apple's software engineers are testing iOS 26.4.2, according to the <em>MacRumors</em> visitor logs, which have been a reliable indicator of upcoming iOS versions.<br/>
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iOS 26.4.2 should be a minor update that fixes bugs and/or security vulnerabilities, and it will likely be released either this week or next week.<br/>
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iOS 26.4.2 will come after iOS 26.4.1 and before iOS 26.5.<br/>
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iOS 26.4.1 was <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/08/apple-releases-ios-26-4-1/">released earlier this month</a>. The update fixes a few bugs, including one that affected iCloud data syncing in select apps.<br/>
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iOS 26.5 is <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/13/apple-seeds-ios-26-5-beta-2/">in beta</a>. The update <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/30/everything-new-in-ios-26-5-beta-1/">lays the groundwork for Apple Maps ads and end-to-end encryption for RCS messages</a> in the Messages app, but it is a minor update overall as Apple starts to shift its attention towards iOS 27.<div class="linkback">Related Roundups: <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/ios-26/">iOS 26</a>, <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/ipados-26/">iPadOS 26</a></div><div class="linkback">Related Forum: <a href="https://forums.macrumors.com/forums/ios-26.248">iOS 26</a></div><br/>This article, &quot;<a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/20/ios-26-4-2-coming-soon/">iOS 26.4.2 Update for iPhones is Coming Soon</a>&quot; first appeared on <a href="https://www.macrumors.com">MacRumors.com</a><br/><br/><a href="https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/ios-26-4-2-update-for-iphones-is-coming-soon.2481241/">Discuss this article</a> in our forums<br/><br/>]]></description>
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		<title>iOS 27 Rumored to Drop Support for These iPhone Models</title>
		<link>https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/20/ios-27-compatible-iphone-models-rumor/</link>
		<comments>https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/ios-27-rumored-to-drop-support-for-these-iphone-models.2481238/</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:43:35 PDT</pubDate>
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		<dc:creator>Joe Rossignol</dc:creator>
		<category>Featured</category>
		<category>iOS 27</category>
		<category>Instant Digital</category>
		<category>Weibo</category>
		

		<description><![CDATA[iOS 27 will be compatible with the iPhone 12 series and newer, according <a href="https://weibo.com/5143897135/QBxDbdk6A">to Instant Digital</a>, a known Apple leaker on the Chinese social media platform Weibo.<br/>
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If this rumor is accurate, iOS 27 will drop support for the following iPhone models:<ul><li>iPhone 11</li><br/>
  <li>iPhone 11 Pro</li><br/>
  <li>iPhone 11 Pro Max</li><br/>
  <li>iPhone SE (2nd generation)</li></ul>However, these devices will continue to receive iOS 26 security updates for at least a few years.<br/>
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iOS 27 will be compatible with the following iPhone models, according to the leaker:<ul><li>iPhone 17e</li><br/>
<li>iPhone 17</li><br/>
  <li>iPhone 17 Pro</li><br/>
  <li>iPhone 17 Pro Max</li><br/>
  <li>iPhone Air</li><br/>
  <li>iPhone 16e</li><br/>
  <li>iPhone 16</li><br/>
  <li>iPhone 16 Plus</li><br/>
  <li>iPhone 16 Pro</li><br/>
  <li>iPhone 16 Pro Max</li><br/>
  <li>iPhone 15</li><br/>
  <li>iPhone 15 Plus</li><br/>
  <li>iPhone 15 Pro</li><br/>
  <li>iPhone 15 Pro Max</li><br/>
  <li>iPhone 14</li><br/>
  <li>iPhone 14 Plus</li><br/>
  <li>iPhone 14 Pro</li><br/>
  <li>iPhone 14 Pro Max</li><br/>
  <li>iPhone 13</li><br/>
  <li>iPhone 13 mini</li><br/>
  <li>iPhone 13 Pro</li><br/>
  <li>iPhone 13 Pro Max</li><br/>
  <li>iPhone 12</li><br/>
  <li>iPhone 12 mini</li><br/>
  <li>iPhone 12 Pro</li><br/>
  <li>iPhone 12 Pro Max</li><br/>
  <li>iPhone SE (3rd generation)</li></ul>Any new Apple Intelligence features introduced in iOS 27 will require an iPhone 15 Pro or newer.<br/>
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Apple will unveil iOS 27 during its <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/23/apple-announces-wwdc-2026-dates/">WWDC 2026 keynote on Monday, June 8</a>, and the first developer beta should be released later that day. A public beta typically follows in July, ahead of a final release to all users in September.<br/>
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iOS 27 been <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/15/ios-27-will-reportedly-be-like-mac-os-x-snow-leopard/">likened to Mac OS X Snow Leopard</a>, in the sense that Apple is reportedly focused on bug fixes and stability improvements. A handful of new features are still expected, including a <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/29/ios-27-siri-app-with-extensions-rumor/">dedicated Siri app</a>, a system-wide slider for <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/15/ios-27-may-add-a-useful-setting/">finely adjusting the opacity of Liquid Glass</a>, <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/01/ios-27-upgraded-keyboard-rumor/">improved keyboard autocorrection</a>, and more.<br/>
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Instant Digital has accurately leaked Apple information before, such as the <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2023/03/03/iphone-14-new-color-rumor/">yellow color for the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus</a>, and the Apple Watch Ultra 2's Titanium Milanese Loop. However, the account does not have a perfect track record.<div class="linkback">Related Roundup: <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/ios-27/">iOS 27</a></div><div class="linkback">Tags: <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/guide/instant-digital/">Instant Digital</a>, <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/guide/weibo-com/">Weibo</a></div><br/>This article, &quot;<a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/20/ios-27-compatible-iphone-models-rumor/">iOS 27 Rumored to Drop Support for These iPhone Models</a>&quot; first appeared on <a href="https://www.macrumors.com">MacRumors.com</a><br/><br/><a href="https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/ios-27-rumored-to-drop-support-for-these-iphone-models.2481238/">Discuss this article</a> in our forums<br/><br/>]]></description>
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		<title>Apple Apparently Sees Camera Control as Key Foldable iPhone Feature</title>
		<link>https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/20/camera-control-key-foldable-iphone-feature/</link>
		<comments>https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-apparently-sees-camera-control-as-key-foldable-iphone-feature.2481237/</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:40:28 PDT</pubDate>
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		<dc:creator>Hartley Charlton</dc:creator>
		<category>iPhone 18 Pro</category>
		<category>iPhone Fold</category>
		<category>Camera Control</category>
		<category>China</category>
		<category>eSIM</category>
		<category>Foldable iPhone</category>
		<category>Instant Digital</category>
		

		<description><![CDATA[Apple's first foldable iPhone will be eSIM only and feature a Camera Control despite its ultra-thin design, according to a known leaker.<br/>
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In a series of <a href="https://weibo.com/u/5143897135">new posts</a>, the leaker known as "<a href="https://www.macrumors.com/guide/instant-digital/">Instant Digital</a>" said that Apple has made deliberate engineering compromises to ensure that the first foldable iPhone features a Camera Control button, despite it being at least 1.1mm thinner than the <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/iphone-air/">iPhone Air</a> when unfolded.<br/>
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According to the leaker, Apple's rationale is largely ergonomic: With competing foldable phones, Apple believes that making adjustments and taking photos can be "cumbersome" owing to their large size. The Camera Control is said to be the company's preferred solution, enabling users to maintain a steady grip on the device while making any required adjustments, or do so one-handed if they wish.<br/>
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<blockquote>This ensures that even when the screen is fully unfolded, users can still perform these operations effortlessly using just one hand.<br/>
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Although the reception for this button on standard flat-screen iPhones has been somewhat polarized, Apple believes that within the unique context of a foldable device's ergonomics, its practical value will be significantly enhanced. Consequently, the Apple team made a firm decision to prioritize this feature—even at the cost of sacrificing precious internal component stacking space—to ensure the "Camera Control" button is included on their very first generation of foldable iPhones.</blockquote><br/>
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In addition, Apple's U.S. imaging team apparently recently took a trip to Shenzhen, China, to test the cameras of foldable smartphones from rival brands such as Huawei, with particular attention to telephoto zoom capabilities. The first foldable iPhone is not expected to offer a telephoto camera, with only wide and ultra wide cameras on the rear like the <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/iphone-17/">iPhone 17</a>. Most high-end rival foldable smartphones, such as the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, feature three rear cameras, including a telephoto. <br/>
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Instant Digital added that they have seen no signs in the supply chain of tooling or stocking for SIM card tray modules for the foldable iPhone, concluding the device will be eSIM-only across all regions, just like the &zwnj;iPhone Air&zwnj;. The leaker also puts first-year production at a conservative 10 million units, with pricing expected to fall between 15,000 and 20,000 RMB (roughly &#36;2,060–&#36;2,750).<br/>
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The leaker added that the mainland China variants of the <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/iphone-18-pro/">iPhone 18 Pro</a> models are set to adopt a "Single SIM + eSIM" configuration, dropping the dual-physical-SIM setup currently used in the region. The Hong Kong version is said to follow the same approach while retaining a physical SIM card slot.<br/>
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The foldable iPhone is widely expected to launch alongside the &zwnj;iPhone 18 Pro&zwnj; and &zwnj;iPhone 18 Pro&zwnj; Max in fall 2026. It is expected to feature a 7.8-inch inner display, a 5.5-inch outer display, <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/guide/touch-id/">Touch ID</a>, the A20 chip, the C2 modem, and more.<div class="linkback">Related Roundups: <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/iphone-18-pro/">iPhone 18 Pro</a>, <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/iphone-fold/">iPhone Fold</a></div><div class="linkback">Tags: <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/guide/camera-control/">Camera Control</a>, <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/guide/china/">China</a>, <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/guide/esim/">eSIM</a>, <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/guide/foldable-iphone/">Foldable iPhone</a>, <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/guide/instant-digital/">Instant Digital</a></div><br/>This article, &quot;<a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/20/camera-control-key-foldable-iphone-feature/">Apple Apparently Sees Camera Control as Key Foldable iPhone Feature</a>&quot; first appeared on <a href="https://www.macrumors.com">MacRumors.com</a><br/><br/><a href="https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-apparently-sees-camera-control-as-key-foldable-iphone-feature.2481237/">Discuss this article</a> in our forums<br/><br/>]]></description>
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		<title>Apple&#039;s 2026 MacBook Pro Hits New Record Low Prices on Amazon at &#36;200 Off</title>
		<link>https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/20/2026-macbook-pro-record-lows/</link>
		<comments>https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apples-2026-macbook-pro-hits-new-record-low-prices-on-amazon-at-200-off.2481234/</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:30:54 PDT</pubDate>
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		<dc:creator>Mitchel Broussard</dc:creator>
		<category>Deals</category>
		<category>Featured</category>
		

		<description><![CDATA[Amazon is offering a few <a href="https://buy.geni.us/Proxy.ashx?TSID=3088&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0GR17YNHL%3Ftag%3Dmacrumors-20%26linkCode%3Dogi%26th%3D1">all-time low prices on Apple's M5 Pro/M5 Max MacBook Pro</a>, with up to &#36;200 off select models. These deals join <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/16/apples-m5-macbook-air-150-off/">Amazon's discounts on the M5 MacBook Air</a> from last week, which are seeing &#36;150 in savings on some models.<br/>
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Starting with the 14-inch models, you can get the 24GB/1TB M5 Pro MacBook Pro for <a href="https://buy.geni.us/Proxy.ashx?TSID=3088&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0GR17YNHL%3Ftag%3Dmacrumors-20%26linkCode%3Dogi%26th%3D1"><strong>&#36;2,048.00</strong></a>, down from &#36;2,199.00. This deal, along with all of the others we're tracking in this article, represent best-ever prices on the brand new M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro.<br/>
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This time around, some of the best deals are on the larger 16-inch MacBook Pro. You can get &#36;200 off every model right now on Amazon, with the 24GB RAM/1TB M5 Pro model hitting a new all-time low price of <a href="https://buy.geni.us/Proxy.ashx?TSID=3088&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0GR1JKMBV%3Ftag%3Dmacrumors-20%26linkCode%3Dogi%26th%3D1"><strong>&#36;2,499.00</strong></a>, down from &#36;2,699.00.<br/>
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		<title>iPhone 18 Pro Launching in September With These 10 New Features</title>
		<link>https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/20/iphone-18-pro-list-of-10-new-features/</link>
		<comments>https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/iphone-18-pro-launching-in-september-with-these-10-new-features.2481233/</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:14:08 PDT</pubDate>
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		<dc:creator>Joe Rossignol</dc:creator>
		<category>iPhone 18 Pro</category>
		

		<description><![CDATA[While the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are not launching until September, there are already plenty of rumors about the devices.<br/>
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It was initially reported that the iPhone 18 Pro models would have fully under-screen Face ID, with <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2025/05/03/iphone-18-pro-under-screen-face-id-rumor/">only a front camera visible in the top-left corner of the screen</a>. However, the latest rumors indicate that only one Face ID component will be moved under the screen on the devices, which will result in merely a <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/30/iphone-18-pro-smaller-dynamic-island-revealed/">smaller Dynamic Island</a>.<br/>
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Below, we have recapped 10 features rumored for the iPhone 18 Pro models, as of April 20:<ul><li><strong>Dark Cherry:</strong> The special color for the iPhone 18 Pro models <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/17/four-iphone-18-pro-colors-revealed/">will reportedly be Dark Cherry</a>, alongside Light Blue, Dark Gray, and Silver. The existing Cosmic Orange and Deep Blue colors are expected to be discontinued.</li><br/>
<li><strong>Smaller Dynamic Island:</strong> It has been rumored that <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/01/20/iphone-18-pro-leak-smaller-dynamic-island/">Face ID's flood illuminator will be moved under the screen</a> on the iPhone 18 Pro models, paving the way for a smaller Dynamic Island on the devices.</li><br/>
<li><strong>LTPO+ Displays:</strong> The next Pro models are expected to have the <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2025/09/17/iphone-18-pro-design-rumors/">same overall design as the iPhone 17 Pro models</a>, including <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2025/09/17/iphone-18-pro-design-rumors/">6.3-inch and 6.9-inch display sizes</a> and a "plateau" housing three rear cameras. However, the displays will <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/01/19/iphone-18-pro-face-id-ltpo-plus-rumors/">reportedly use so-called LTPO+ display technology</a>, which should contribute to longer battery life.</li><br/>
<li><strong>Variable Aperture:</strong> The main 48-megapixel Fusion camera on both iPhone 18 Pro models is <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2024/12/23/iphone-18-pro-rumored-camera-upgrade/">rumored to have a variable aperture</a>, which would allow users to control the amount of light that passes through the camera's lens and reaches the sensor. This would provide greater control over depth of field. However, given that iPhones have smaller image sensors due to smartphone size constraints, it is unclear exactly how meaningful this improvement would be.</li><br/>
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  <li><strong>C2 Modem:</strong> Apple's custom C1 cellular modem for 5G and LTE debuted in the iPhone 16e last year, and that was followed by a C1X chip in the iPhone Air. Apple says the C1X modem is up to twice as fast as the C1 modem, and the most power-efficient modem in an iPhone ever. The improvements should continue with Apple's third-generation C2 modem in the iPhone 18 Pro models.</li><br/>
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  <li><strong>N2 Chip:</strong> Most of the iPhone 17 models and the iPhone Air are equipped with an Apple-designed N1 chip that enables Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread. Apple says the N1 chip also improves the overall performance and reliability of features like Personal Hotspot and AirDrop. iPhone 18 Pro models are expected to have Apple's next-generation N2 chip, but it is not yet known what improvements would come with this upgrade.</li><br/>
<li><strong>Simplified Camera Control:</strong> Apple is expected to <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2025/12/16/iphone-18-to-fix-an-annoyance/">simplify the Camera Control button</a> on the iPhone 18 Pro models, by removing touch sensitivity and haptic feedback. The redesigned button will only have pressure sensitivity.</li><br/>
<li><strong>Redesigned Rear Ceramic Shield:</strong> The rear Ceramic Shield area for MagSafe is rumored to feature a <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2025/09/17/iphone-18-pro-design-rumors/">more frosted</a> and <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2025/11/11/iphone-18-pro-drop-rear-two-tone-look/">seamless appearance</a> on the iPhone 18 Pro models compared to the current two-tone design.</li></ul>Apple is expected to release the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and a foldable iPhone in September, followed by a <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/08/iphone-air-2-and-iphone-18e-early-next-year/">standard iPhone 18 model, a lower-end iPhone 18e, and a second-generation iPhone Air</a> early next year.<div class="linkback">Related Roundup: <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/iphone-18-pro/">iPhone 18 Pro</a></div><br/>This article, &quot;<a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/20/iphone-18-pro-list-of-10-new-features/">iPhone 18 Pro Launching in September With These 10 New Features</a>&quot; first appeared on <a href="https://www.macrumors.com">MacRumors.com</a><br/><br/><a href="https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/iphone-18-pro-launching-in-september-with-these-10-new-features.2481233/">Discuss this article</a> in our forums<br/><br/>]]></description>
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		<title>Get the First Gen AirTag 4-Pack for Lowest-Ever Price of &#36;56.99</title>
		<link>https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/20/airtag-4-pack-lowest-price/</link>
		<comments>https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/get-the-first-gen-airtag-4-pack-for-lowest-ever-price-of-56-99.2481232/</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 06:11:13 PDT</pubDate>
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		<dc:creator>Mitchel Broussard</dc:creator>
		<category>Deals</category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Woot today has Apple's first generation AirTag 4-Pack for <a href="https://howl.link/y1doc0tald6o3"><strong>&#36;56.99</strong></a>, down from &#36;99.00, which is a match of the all-time low price on this model. The AirTag 4-Pack is in new condition and comes with a 90-day Woot limited warranty.<br/>
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Woot provides an estimated delivery date between April 29 and May 1 for the AirTag 4-Pack, and the sale is set to last for four more days. Deals on the first generation AirTag models have been rare since the launch of the AirTag 2, so this is a great time to snag an older model if you've been waiting for a sale.<br/>
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		<title>Apple Set to Add Car Key Support for India&#039;s Tata Vehicles</title>
		<link>https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/20/apple-car-key-support-india-tata-vehicles/</link>
		<comments>https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-set-to-add-car-key-support-for-indias-tata-vehicles.2481230/</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:16:58 PDT</pubDate>
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		<dc:creator>Tim Hardwick</dc:creator>
		<category>iPhone Car Keys</category>
		<category>India</category>
		

		<description><![CDATA[Apple is preparing to bring support for its digital car key feature to Tata EV vehicles, based on evidence uncovered by <em>MacRumors</em> on Apple's backend.<br/>
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Tata is an Indian multinational commercial vehicle manufacturer, headquartered in Mumbai. The company produces trucks, vans, and buses, and is now on an internal Apple list of vehicles that offer car key integration, but it is not known which EV models the support pertains to.<br/>
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Introduced in 2022, Car Keys allows an iPhone or Apple Watch to unlock a vehicle through the Wallet app. A digital version of a car key is stored in Wallet, and unlocking can be done by holding an Apple Watch or ‌iPhone‌ near a compatible vehicle's NFC reader.<br/>
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A tap on the door handle is enough to initiate an unlock, and while Face ID authentication is a security option, Apple offers an Express Mode that eliminates the need to authenticate for a faster unlocking process.<br/>
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At WWDC 2025, Apple confirmed that <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2025/10/03/iphone-car-keys-to-expand/">13 vehicle brands</a> would "soon" add support for digital car keys, and Tata was on the list. Vehicles from BMW, Genesis, Kia, Hyundai, Lotus, Mercedes, Volvo, and more offer car keys support, with a <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2025/07/06/iphone-car-key-vehicles-list/">list available on MacRumors.com</a>.<div class="linkback">Tags: <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/guide/carkey/">iPhone Car Keys</a>, <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/guide/india/">India</a></div><br/>This article, &quot;<a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/20/apple-car-key-support-india-tata-vehicles/">Apple Set to Add Car Key Support for India&#039;s Tata Vehicles</a>&quot; first appeared on <a href="https://www.macrumors.com">MacRumors.com</a><br/><br/><a href="https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-set-to-add-car-key-support-for-indias-tata-vehicles.2481230/">Discuss this article</a> in our forums<br/><br/>]]></description>
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		<title>Apple Withholds Data as India Antitrust Case Advances to Final Hearing</title>
		<link>https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/20/apple-withholds-data-india-antitrust-case/</link>
		<comments>https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-withholds-data-as-india-antitrust-case-advances-to-final-hearing.2481229/</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:55:34 PDT</pubDate>
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		<dc:creator>Tim Hardwick</dc:creator>
		<category>Apple Antitrust</category>
		<category>India</category>
		

		<description><![CDATA[Apple is facing a fast-track decision on regulatory penalties in India because it has not submitted data sought by the country's antitrust body as part of an investigation into its market practices.<br/>
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The Competition Commission of India (CCI) <a href="https://www.reuters.com/technology/india-antitrust-probe-finds-apple-abused-position-apps-market-2024-07-12/">⁠published a report in 2024</a> that Apple exploited its dominant position in the apps market by forcing developers to use its proprietary in-app purchase system. The report was the result of a case that began in 2021​ after a non-profit group opposed Apple's practices.<br/>
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Apple in 2024 denied any wrongdoing by arguing that it is a minor presence in India. However, nowadays iPhones have an 9% market share in the country compared to just 4% two years ago, according to data from Counterpoint Research, potentially weakening its case. <br/>
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According to <em><a href="https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/boards-policy-regulation/apple-withholds-data-india-antitrust-case-watchdog-sets-final-hearing-2026-04-20/">Reuters</a></em>, the CCI this month said that Apple has not submitted details of its financials ​and its views on the investigation since October 2024. Instead, Apple has cited a separate case pending in the ​Delhi High Court where the company has <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2025/11/26/apple-india-antitrust-law-challenge/">challenged India's entire antitrust penalty law</a>.<br/>
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The CCI typically requires financial ⁠information from companies to calculate penalties when they are found to have contravened the law, but Apple has said it fears it could be fined up to &#36;38 billion. Apple last year said that using global turnover would result in a fine that's "manifestly arbitrary, unconstitutional, grossly disproportionate, and unjust."<br/>
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Apple in March requested that the CCI put its proceedings "in abeyance" while the High Court case plays out, but the CCI has rejected that demand and suggested Apple is trying to stall the antitrust case, which is just one of many that the company is facing around the globe. <br/>
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The CCI has given Apple two more weeks to file its responses and has for the first time fixed a final hearing date of May 21.<div class="linkback">Tags: <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/guide/antitrust/">Apple Antitrust</a>, <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/guide/india/">India</a></div><br/>This article, &quot;<a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/20/apple-withholds-data-india-antitrust-case/">Apple Withholds Data as India Antitrust Case Advances to Final Hearing</a>&quot; first appeared on <a href="https://www.macrumors.com">MacRumors.com</a><br/><br/><a href="https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-withholds-data-as-india-antitrust-case-advances-to-final-hearing.2481229/">Discuss this article</a> in our forums<br/><br/>]]></description>
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		<title>iPhone 18 Pro May Come in These Four Colors</title>
		<link>https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/20/iphone-18-pro-may-come-in-these-four-colors/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 03:47:38 PDT</pubDate>
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		<dc:creator>Tim Hardwick</dc:creator>
		<category>iPhone 18 Pro</category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Chinese leaker Ice Universe has <a href="https://weibo.com/5673255066/QBzya5nAP">shared</a> an image showing four camera plateau protection plates with finishes that appear to match the latest color rumors for Apple's iPhone 18 Pro models.<br/>
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Last week, a <em>Macworld</em> report <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/17/four-iphone-18-pro-colors-revealed/">claimed</a> Apple is working on four color options for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max: Light blue, dark cherry, dark gray, and silver.  <br/>
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The four anodized aluminum camera lens protector plates shown here are labeled as black, silver, wine red, and blue. Note that the accessories in the picture are not actual phone bodies but third-party camera covers designed to complement the rumored finishes, and we believe the "black" description refers to dark gray. According to Weibo-based leaker <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/02/iphone-18-pro-wont-come-in-black/">Instant Digital</a>, Apple won't be offering its next-generation premium models in a black color option this year. <br/>
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All four colors are said to be still in development, and Apple still has time to make changes. <br/>
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		<title>MacBook Pro With Touch Screen and New Mac Studio Likely &#039;Postponed&#039;</title>
		<link>https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/19/when-to-expect-next-macbook-pro-and-mac-studio/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 19:00:41 PDT</pubDate>
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		<dc:creator>Joe Rossignol</dc:creator>
		<category>Mac Studio</category>
		<category>MacBook Pro</category>
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		<description><![CDATA[The <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/01/29/apple-responds-to-rising-memory-chip-prices/">global memory chip shortage</a> may result in the next MacBook Pro and Mac Studio models launching later than expected, according to the latest rumor.<br/>
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<em>Bloomberg</em>'s Mark Gurman has repeatedly stated that 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models with a touch screen are slated to launch in late 2026 to early 2027. In his <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2026-04-19/apple-ios-27-siri-interface-ios-27-details-mac-studio-touch-macbook-release-mo5u23o7"><em>Power On</em> newsletter today</a>, though, he said to be prepared for the laptops to potentially arrive towards the end of that timeframe due to the chip shortage.<br/>
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In other words, early 2027 is now more likely than late 2026. <br/>
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Gurman previously expected a new Mac Studio to launch around the middle of 2026, which pointed towards an announcement around WWDC 2026 in June. However, in his newsletter today, he wrote that sources within Apple believe that the next Mac Studio models will not ship until around October this year as a result of the shortage.<br/>
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Touch-screen support will be part of a major refresh planned for the high-end MacBook Pro models, with other rumored features including M6 Pro and M6 Max chips, an OLED display, a Dynamic Island, and a thinner design. The laptops <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/08/apple-planning-macbook-ultra/">might have MacBook Ultra branding</a>, and <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/02/24/touchscreen-macbook-pro-dynamic-island/">macOS 27 will offer a touch-friendly interface</a>.<br/>
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For the Mac Studio, the key change will be M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips. The current model has mismatched M4 Max and M3 Ultra chips, as Apple <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2025/03/09/m4-ultra-chip-is-unlikely/">never introduced an M4 Ultra chip</a>. No major design changes are expected for the desktop computer.<br/>
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		<link>https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/19/apple-testing-two-small-yet-useful-ios-27-options/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 15:49:50 PDT</pubDate>
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		<dc:creator>Joe Rossignol</dc:creator>
		<category>iOS 27</category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Apple is planning to add "Undo" and "Redo" options to the iPhone's Home Screen customization menu on iOS 27, according to <a href="http://w.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2026-04-19/apple-ios-27-siri-interface-ios-27-details-mac-studio-touch-macbook-release-mo5u23o7"><em>Bloomberg</em>'s Mark Gurman</a>.<br/>
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These two options will make it easier to reverse or redo your Home Screen changes.<br/>
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"Right now, when you long-press on the home screen, you get a bubble in the top left corner with four options: Add Widget, Customize, Edit Wallpaper and Edit Pages," he explained, in his latest <em>Power On</em> newsletter. "Apple is looking at adding 'undo' and 'redo' buttons in that same menu to make reversing or redoing changes easier."<br/>
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Other rumored iOS 27 features include a <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/29/ios-27-siri-app-with-extensions-rumor/">dedicated Siri app</a> and <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/16/4-new-apple-intelligence-features-ios-27/">Apple Intelligence advancements</a>. The update has been <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/15/ios-27-will-reportedly-be-like-mac-os-x-snow-leopard/">likened to Mac OS X Snow Leopard</a>, in the sense that Apple is apparently very focused on bug fixes and stability improvements.<br/>
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iOS 27 beta testing will begin in June, and the update will be released in September.<div class="linkback">Related Roundup: <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/ios-27/">iOS 27</a></div><div class="linkback">Tags: <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/guide/bloomberg-com/">Bloomberg</a>, <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/guide/mark-gurman/">Mark Gurman</a></div><br/>This article, &quot;<a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/19/apple-testing-two-small-yet-useful-ios-27-options/">Apple Testing Two New iOS 27 Home Screen Customization Options</a>&quot; first appeared on <a href="https://www.macrumors.com">MacRumors.com</a><br/><br/><a href="https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-testing-two-new-ios-27-home-screen-customization-options.2481214/">Discuss this article</a> in our forums<br/><br/>]]></description>
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		<title>WWDC 2026 Graphic Teases Major iOS 27 Feature</title>
		<link>https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/19/wwdc-2026-graphic-teases-ios-27-feature/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 14:58:27 PDT</pubDate>
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		<dc:creator>Joe Rossignol</dc:creator>
		<category>Featured</category>
		<category>iOS 27</category>
		<category>WWDC</category>
		<category>Bloomberg</category>
		<category>Mark Gurman</category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Apple's WWDC 2026 graphic provides "a glimpse of the revamped Siri interface coming in iOS 27," according to <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2026-04-19/apple-ios-27-siri-interface-ios-27-details-mac-studio-touch-macbook-release-mo5u23o7"><em>Bloomberg</em>'s Mark Gurman</a>.<br/>
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In his <em>Power On</em> newsletter today, Gurman said iOS 27 will include <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/24/ios-27-siri-overhaul/">a new Siri interface in the Dynamic Island</a>. When you trigger Siri, he said the Dynamic Island will show a "Search or Ask" prompt, and this will apparently be accompanied by a "glowing cursor" that looks similar to how the "26" is highlighted in the WWDC 2026 graphic.<br/>
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There will also be a "thin glow" around the edges of the Dynamic Island when Siri is invoked, and in the search bar of a <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/29/ios-27-siri-app-with-extensions-rumor/">dedicated Siri app</a> that will be preinstalled on iOS 27, according to Gurman. He previously reported that the Siri app will allow you to have back-and-forth conversations with Siri and view your conversation history.<br/>
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While the Dynamic Island is available on the iPhone 14 Pro and newer, at least some aspects of the upcoming Siri design will likely be limited to the iPhone 15 Pro and newer due to Apple Intelligence compatibility reasons.<br/>
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Apple announced that WWDC 2026 will <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/23/apple-announces-wwdc-2026-dates/">run from Monday, June 8 through Friday, June 12</a>. At the annual developers conference, Apple is expected to unveil iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, watchOS 27, tvOS 27, visionOS 27, and more.<div class="linkback">Related Roundups: <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/ios-27/">iOS 27</a>, <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/wwdc/">WWDC 2026</a></div><div class="linkback">Tags: <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/guide/bloomberg-com/">Bloomberg</a>, <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/guide/mark-gurman/">Mark Gurman</a>, <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/guide/siri/">Siri</a></div><div class="linkback">Related Forum: <a href="https://forums.macrumors.com/forums/apple-inc-and-tech-industry.8">Apple, Inc and Tech Industry</a></div><br/>This article, &quot;<a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/19/wwdc-2026-graphic-teases-ios-27-feature/">WWDC 2026 Graphic Teases Major iOS 27 Feature</a>&quot; first appeared on <a href="https://www.macrumors.com">MacRumors.com</a><br/><br/><a href="https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/wwdc-2026-graphic-teases-major-ios-27-feature.2481210/">Discuss this article</a> in our forums<br/><br/>]]></description>
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		<title>AirPods Weekend Deals Include AirPods Pro 3 for &#36;199.99 and AirPods 4 for &#36;99</title>
		<link>https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/18/airpods-weekend-deals-3/</link>
		<comments>https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/airpods-weekend-deals-include-airpods-pro-3-for-199-99-and-airpods-4-for-99.2481165/</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 07:54:11 PDT</pubDate>
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		<dc:creator>Mitchel Broussard</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Amazon today has the AirPods Pro 3 available for <a href="https://buy.geni.us/Proxy.ashx?TSID=3088&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0FQFB8FMG%3Ftag%3Dmacrumors-20%26linkCode%3Dogi%26th%3D1%26psc%3D1"><strong>&#36;199.99</strong></a>, down from &#36;249.00. This is a match of the all-time low price on the AirPods Pro 3, and it's accompanied by a solid deal on the AirPods 4.<br/>
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This model of the AirPods Pro launched in September 2025 and has 2x better Active Noise Cancellation than the previous generation, better audio quality, a revised fit that's meant to improve comfort and stability, Live Translation for in-person conversations, and heart rate sensing for workouts.<br/>
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<div class="center-wrap"><a href="https://buy.geni.us/Proxy.ashx?TSID=3088&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0FQFB8FMG%3Ftag%3Dmacrumors-20%26linkCode%3Dogi%26th%3D1%26psc%3D1"target="_blank"><div class="fancybutton"><div class="fancybadge">&#36;49 OFF</div>AirPods Pro 3 for &#36;199.99</div></a></div><br/>
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You can also get the AirPods 4 for <a href="https://buy.geni.us/Proxy.ashx?TSID=3088&GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0DGHMNQ5Z%3Ftag%3Dmacrumors-20%26linkCode%3Dogi%26th%3D1"><strong>&#36;99.00</strong></a>, down from &#36;129.00. This is a second-best price on the AirPods 4, which is the base model without Active Noise Cancellation. Amazon provides an April 23 estimated delivery date for free shipping, with faster delivery options for Prime members.<br/>
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Head to our full <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/best-apple-deals/">Deals Roundup</a> to get caught up with all of the latest deals and discounts that we've been tracking over the past week.<br/>
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		<title>Apple Has Released These 12 New Products This Year</title>
		<link>https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/18/apple-released-12-new-products-this-year/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 06:24:16 PDT</pubDate>
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		<dc:creator>Joe Rossignol</dc:creator>
		<category>Apple</category>
		<category>Rumors</category>
		<category>Mac</category>
		<category>iOS</category>
		<category>iPhone</category>
		<category>iPad</category>
		

		<description><![CDATA[Apple has released more than 12 new products and accessories this year. The company kicked things off with a second-generation AirTag in January, and it unveiled a wide range of devices in March, including the MacBook Neo, iPhone 17e, two new Studio Display models, updated iPad Air models with the M4 chip, and much more.<br/>
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Here is everything that Apple has released in 2026 so far:<ul><li><strong><a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/01/26/apple-announces-new-airtag/">Apple Unveils New AirTag With Longer Range, Louder Speaker, and More</a></strong></li><br/>
<li><strong><a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/01/26/apple-introduces-new-black-unity-apple-watch-band/">Apple Introduces New Black Unity Apple Watch Band</a></strong></li><br/>
<li><strong><a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/02/apple-announces-iphone-17e-with-a19-chip-magsafe-and-more/">Apple Announces iPhone 17e With A19 Chip, MagSafe, and More</a></strong></li><br/>
<li><strong><a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/02/apple-announces-ipad-air-with-m4-chip/">Apple Unveils iPad Air With M4 Chip, Increased RAM, Wi-Fi 7, and More</a></strong></li><br/>
<li><strong><a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/03/apple-announces-macbook-air-with-m5/">Apple Announces MacBook Air With M5 Chip and 512GB Base Storage</a></strong></li><br/>
<li><strong><a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/03/apple-unveils-macbook-pro-with-m5-pro-and-m5-max-chips-with-neural-accelerators/">Apple Unveils MacBook Pro Featuring M5 Pro and M5 Max Chips</a></strong></li><br/>
<li><strong><a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/03/apple-updates-studio-display/">Apple Updates Studio Display With Thunderbolt 5 and More</a></strong></li><br/>
<li><strong><a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/03/apple-introduces-studio-display-xdr/">Apple Introduces All-New Studio Display XDR: 120Hz, Mini-LED, and More</a></strong></li><br/>
<li><strong><a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/04/apple-announces-low-cost-macbook-neo-with-a18-pro-chip/">Apple Announces &#36;599 'MacBook Neo' With A18 Pro Chip</a></strong></li><br/>
<li><strong><a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/16/apple-announces-airpods-max-2/">Apple Announces AirPods Max 2 With H2 Chip and More</a></strong></li><br/>
<li><strong><a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/20/nike-powerbeats-pro-2-now-available/">Apple's Special-Edition Nike Powerbeats Pro 2 Now Available</a></strong></li><br/>
<li><a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/02/iphone-cases-apple-accessories-new-colors/"><strong>Apple Releases iPhone Cases, Apple Watch Bands, and Crossbody Strap in New Colors</strong></a></li></ul>The new AirTag is equipped with a second-generation Ultra Wideband chip, enabling the Precision Finding feature to work up to 50% farther away from an item compared to the previous-generation model, according to Apple. The new AirTag also has an upgraded Bluetooth chip for improved overall range outside of Precision Finding mode.<br/>
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With an updated internal design, the new AirTag features a 50% louder speaker compared to the previous-generation model, according to Apple.<br/>
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Apple said the Black Unity Connection Braided Solo Loop for the Apple Watch features the colors of the Pan-African flag in honor of Black History Month.<br/>
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iPhone 17e features the same overall design as the iPhone 16e, but it gains Apple's A19 chip, MagSafe for magnetic wireless charging and magnetic accessories, Apple's second-generation C1X modem for faster 5G, and a doubled 256GB of base storage. In the U.S., the iPhone 17e starts at &#36;599, just like the iPhone 16e did.<br/>
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The new iPad Air's key upgrades include Apple's M4 chip, an increased 12GB of RAM, Apple's N1 chip with Wi-Fi 7 support, and the C1X modem in cellular models.<br/>
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The MacBook Air received a faster M5 chip, and a doubled 512GB of base storage, but the starting price increased from &#36;999 to &#36;1,099 as a result of a 256GB configuration being dropped. With the N1 chip, the MacBook Air now has Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6, and it now comes with Apple's 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max.<br/>
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The higher-end 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models finally received M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, plus up to twice as fast SSD speeds and a doubled 1TB of base storage. Battery life has increased slightly across all of the models, and the N1 chip extends to the MacBook Pro line now for Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6 support.<br/>
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The regular Studio Display gained Thunderbolt 5 support and improved speakers, and the camera now supports Desk View. There is also an all-new, higher-end Studio Display XDR that gained all of those benefits, plus bigger improvements such as a 120Hz refresh rate, mini-LED backlighting, increased brightness, and more.<br/>
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The colorful MacBook Neo starts at just &#36;599 in the United States, and at an even lower &#36;499 for college students. Available in Blush, Citrus, Indigo, and Silver, the MacBook Neo is powered by the A18 Pro chip from the iPhone, and it is equipped with a 13-inch display, up to 512GB of storage, and a non-configurable 8GB of RAM.<br/>
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AirPods Max 2 have a handful of upgrades over the previous AirPods Max, including Apple's H2 chip, increased active noise cancellation, improved sound quality, and features such as Adaptive Audio, Conversation Awareness, Voice Isolation, and Live Translation. Plus, the Digital Crown has a new Camera Remote function.<br/>
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The special-edition Nike Powerbeats Pro 2 are the same as the regular Powerbeats Pro 2, except they have a two-tone design consisting of black and Nike's signature Volt neon green-yellow color. The earbuds have both Nike and Beats logos.<br/>
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<h2>What's Next?</h2><br/>
Beyond the usual annual updates to iPhones and Apple Watches, Apple's all-new smart home hub is finally expected to launch later this year, once the more personalized version of Siri arrives. We are also expecting a foldable iPhone, a MacBook Pro with an OLED display, and long-awaited updates to the Apple TV, HomePod, and HomePod mini this year.<br/>
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<strong>Related Reading:</strong> <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/27/apple-to-launch-15-products-later-this-year/">Apple to Launch These 15+ New Products Later This Year</a><br/>This article, &quot;<a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/18/apple-released-12-new-products-this-year/">Apple Has Released These 12 New Products This Year</a>&quot; first appeared on <a href="https://www.macrumors.com">MacRumors.com</a><br/><br/><a href="https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-has-released-these-12-new-products-this-year.2481158/">Discuss this article</a> in our forums<br/><br/>]]></description>
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		<title>5+ Things to Know About the Next Mac Studio</title>
		<link>https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/17/mac-studio-rumor-recap-april/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:14:12 PDT</pubDate>
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		<dc:creator>Juli Clover</dc:creator>
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		<category>Mac Studio</category>
		

		<description><![CDATA[Apple is working on an updated version of the <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/mac-studio/">Mac Studio</a> that's expected at some point in 2026, and with supplies of existing machines running low, we thought we'd highlight what's next for Apple's most powerful desktop machine.<br/>
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<h2>Design</h2><br/>
We're not expecting Apple to redesign the &zwnj;Mac Studio&zwnj;, and there haven't been rumors of a design update. The &zwnj;Mac Studio&zwnj; will continue to have an <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/apple-tv/">Apple TV</a> or Mac mini-like squircle design with rounded corners.<br/>
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The &zwnj;Mac Studio&zwnj; is a much more compact desktop than the now-discontinued Mac Pro, measuring in at 3.7 inches tall and 7.7 inches wide. The current &zwnj;Mac Studio&zwnj; supports Thunderbolt 5, and the next version will too. There haven't been rumors of any changes to the port configuration.<br/>
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<h2>M5 Max and M5 Ultra Chips</h2><br/>
We're expecting the &zwnj;Mac Studio&zwnj; to adopt M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips. Apple already debuted the M5 Max with the <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/macbook-pro/">MacBook Pro</a> models that came out in March, but the M5 Ultra is still a mystery.<br/>
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The M5 Max has up to an 18-core CPU and 40-core GPU, with up to 614GB/s memory bandwidth. Apple says the M5 Max offers up to 30 percent faster CPU performance for pro workloads than the M4 Max. The M5 Ultra will bring even better performance, and historically, Apple's Ultra chips have been two Max chips linked together.<br/>
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The M5 Ultra could have up to a 36-core CPU and up to an 80-core GPU.<br/>
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The current &zwnj;Mac Studio&zwnj; has a mix of M4 Max and M3 Ultra chips because Apple didn't design an M4 Ultra chip, but the M5 cycle is expected to unify the &zwnj;Mac Studio&zwnj; chip options to a single generation.<br/>
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<h2>Faster SSD</h2><br/>
The M5 &zwnj;MacBook Pro&zwnj; models were updated with a faster SSD, so the &zwnj;Mac Studio&zwnj; could get the same SSD improvements. Apple says the updated SSD in the M5 &zwnj;MacBook Pro&zwnj; models is up to 2x faster than the SSD in the <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/guide/m4-macbook-pro/">M4 MacBook Pro</a> models.<br/>
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<h2>RAM</h2><br/>
Because of global RAM shortages, Apple <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/05/mac-studio-no-512gb-ram-upgrade/">discontinued the 512GB Mac Studio</a> earlier this year. The current machine maxes out at 256GB RAM, and that's a limitation we could see with the next &zwnj;Mac Studio&zwnj; too.<br/>
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The M5 Max &zwnj;MacBook Pro&zwnj; supports up to 128GB RAM, so that will be the ceiling for the M5 Max &zwnj;Mac Studio&zwnj;. The M5 Ultra model could support up to 256GB.<br/>
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RAM shortages are expected to continue throughout the year, because companies that manufacture memory are prioritizing orders from companies building AI servers that require huge amounts of RAM. There is little supply left for consumer products, which has caused prices to increase. Many PC and smartphone makers have <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/14/microsoft-surface-pc-price-hike/">raised their prices</a> on existing machines, but Apple hasn't changed &zwnj;Mac Studio&zwnj; pricing.<br/>
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<h2>Mac Studio Shortages</h2><br/>
Apple <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/11/some-mac-mini-mac-studio-currently-unavailable/">stopped accepting orders</a> for some &zwnj;Mac Studio&zwnj; configurations in early April, and they are out of stock. &zwnj;Mac Studio&zwnj; configurations with 128GB or 256GB of RAM can no longer be ordered, but that's not necessarily a sign that a new machine is launching imminently.<br/>
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Apple has been dealing with soaring DRAM and NAND flash prices, and the fact that only models with higher RAM are unavailable suggests it's a supply issue and not an indication of a refresh.<br/>
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<h2>Pricing</h2><br/>
There haven't been rumors of pricing increases for the &zwnj;Mac Studio&zwnj;, so it could continue to start at &#36;1,999, but Apple has raised the prices of other Macs this year.<br/>
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Starting prices for the M5 <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/macbook-air/">MacBook Air</a> and the M5 Pro and M5 Max &zwnj;MacBook Pro&zwnj; models increased, though Apple did soften the blow with higher starting storage. It's possible the &zwnj;Mac Studio&zwnj; price will go up, and the entry-level machine will start with a 1TB SSD instead of a 512GB SSD.<br/>
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<h2>No More Mac Pro</h2><br/>
Apple <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/26/apple-discontinues-mac-pro/">discontinued the Mac Pro</a> in late March, so the &zwnj;Mac Studio&zwnj; is now Apple's only pro desktop option. There was a lot of overlap between the Mac Pro and the &zwnj;Mac Studio&zwnj;, with the Mac Pro only offering PCIe expansion slots as a differentiating feature.<br/>
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The &zwnj;Mac Studio&zwnj;, <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/mac-mini/">Mac mini</a>, and <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/imac/">iMac</a> are Apple's desktop Mac options.<br/>
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<h2>Release Timing</h2><br/>
It's not clear when we might see a refreshed &zwnj;Mac Studio&zwnj; because of the shortages that Apple is facing. It's possible Apple is holding RAM supply for new models and that's why some current versions are out of stock, but it's also possible things are so dire that Apple will need to hold the &zwnj;Mac Studio&zwnj; launch.<br/>
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		<link>https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/17/india-preinstall-government-id-app/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:07:06 PDT</pubDate>
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		<dc:creator>Juli Clover</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[India will not require smartphone makers like Apple and Samsung to preload devices with a state-owned biometric identification app, reports <em><a href="https://www.reuters.com/world/china/india-drops-proposal-mandate-national-id-app-aadhaar-smartphones-after-pushback-2026-04-17/">Reuters</a></em>.<br/>
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The Unique Identification Authority of India asked the IT ministry to start talks with Apple and other tech companies about the possibility of mandatory preinstallation of the Aadhaar identity app, but the IT ministry told <em>Reuters</em> today that it reviewed the proposal and is "not in favor" of mandating the app's preinstallation.<br/>
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Aadhaar is a 12-digit identity number that residents of India can apply for, and it has been issued to more than 1.34 billion residents. The number is linked to an individual's image, fingerprints, and iris scans, and it serves as proof of residence. It is used for government benefits, banking, taxes, mobile connections, and more.<br/>
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The Identification Authority said that the IT ministry consulted with "stakeholders from the electronics industry" before deciding not to proceed with the proposal to preload Aadhaar. India's government has asked smartphone makers to preinstall state-owned apps on devices six times over the last two years, according to <em>Reuters</em>. Smartphone makers like Apple have thwarted all requests.<br/>
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Late last year, India's Department of Communications gave smartphone companies 90 days to <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2025/12/01/india-iphone-preinstall-government-app/">start preinstalling</a> the Sanchar Saathi government app on all new devices sold in the country. Sanchar Saathi is a government app that lets users block stolen devices, report fraudulent calls, and verify second-hand phones. Apple told government officials that it would not comply with the requirement because of privacy and security concerns, and the government dropped the issue.<br/>
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Apple told India the same thing about the Aadhaar app, informing the IT ministry that it had safety and security concerns about preloading apps.<div class="linkback">Tag: <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/guide/india/">India</a></div><br/>This article, &quot;<a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/17/india-preinstall-government-id-app/">India Won&#039;t Require Apple to Preinstall Government ID App on iPhones</a>&quot; first appeared on <a href="https://www.macrumors.com">MacRumors.com</a><br/><br/><a href="https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/india-wont-require-apple-to-preinstall-government-id-app-on-iphones.2481139/">Discuss this article</a> in our forums<br/><br/>]]></description>
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		<link>https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/17/anthropic-claude-design/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:01:35 PDT</pubDate>
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		<dc:creator>Juli Clover</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Anthropic today <a href="https://www.anthropic.com/news/claude-design-anthropic-labs">launched Claude Design</a>, a new AI product for creating designs, prototypes, slides, and more. Claude Design uses Opus 4.7, a new AI model that was <a href="https://www.anthropic.com/news/claude-opus-4-7">introduced earlier this week</a>.<br/>
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Opus 4.7 is Anthropic's most capable vision model, and it can see images in greater resolution. Anthropic says that it is "more tasteful and creative" when doing professional tasks. It is able to create higher-quality interfaces, slides, and docs, making it ideal for Claude Design. Claude Design was developed to allow founders, product managers, and marketers without a design background to create visuals for sharing an idea.<br/>
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Claude Design is able to mock up an initial design after being provided with a prompt, and from there, designers can make revisions through conversation, comments, direct edits, and custom sliders made by Claude. Anthropic says that teams have been using Claude Design for realistic prototypes, wireframes and mockups, design explorations, pitch decks, presentations, social media assets, and more.<br/>
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Working with Claude Design starts with brand assets, which Claude can get from the user's design files and codebase. Projects will use brand colors, typography, and other components, plus users can use a web capture tool to pull elements directly from their brand's website. Claude Design is not an image generator like Gemini's Nano Banana or ChatGPT, but it is similar to AI assistants that Adobe and Canva have rolled out.<br/>
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There are included collaboration tools so multiple members of an organization can access and edit a design, and content created by Claude can be exported anywhere with support for Canva, PDF, PPTX, and standalone HTML files. Designs that are ready to build can be handed off to Claude Code, and Anthropic plans to make it easier to build integrations with Claude Design in the coming weeks.<br/>
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Claude Design is available as a research preview for Claude Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise subscribers. It is rolling out to users gradually throughout the day.<div class="linkback">Tag: <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/guide/anthropic/">Anthropic</a></div><br/>This article, &quot;<a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/17/anthropic-claude-design/">Anthropic Debuts Claude Design for Creating Prototypes, Pitch Decks, and Mockups</a>&quot; first appeared on <a href="https://www.macrumors.com">MacRumors.com</a><br/><br/><a href="https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/anthropic-debuts-claude-design-for-creating-prototypes-pitch-decks-and-mockups.2481135/">Discuss this article</a> in our forums<br/><br/>]]></description>
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		<link>https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/17/iphones-to-get-these-new-satellite-features/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:48:22 PDT</pubDate>
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		<dc:creator>Joe Rossignol</dc:creator>
		<category>iOS 27</category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Amazon this week announced <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/14/apple-and-amazon-ink-satellite-deal-globalstar/">plans to acquire Globalstar</a>, the satellite company that powers Apple's satellite features on the iPhone 14 and newer and the Apple Watch Ultra 3. In turn, Amazon announced that it has signed an agreement with Apple to provide satellite connectivity for current and future iPhone and Apple Watch features.<br/>
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The transaction, subject to regulatory approval, is expected to close in 2027. At that point, Apple's features will be powered by Amazon Leo satellites.<br/>
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Apple's <a href="https://support.apple.com/en-us/105097">current satellite features</a>:<ul><li>Emergency SOS via satellite</li><br/>
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There were already <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2025/11/09/apple-developing-new-satellite-features/">five more iPhone satellite features or enhancements</a> rumored to be in the works, even before Amazon announced this deal with Apple. At least some of the improvements <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/17/ios-27-new-iphone-features-coming/">may be part of iOS 27</a>, which is expected to be available in beta starting in June and widely released in September this year.<br/>
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Those enhancements are as follows:<ul><li>5G via satellite (<a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2025/10/24/iphone-18-pro-full-5g-satellite-internet-rumor/">may be exclusive to iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max</a>)</li><br/>
<li>Apple Maps via satellite</li><br/>
<li>Photos support for Messages via satellite</li><br/>
<li>Third-party apps in the App Store will be able to integrate Apple's satellite features</li><br/>
<li>The ability to connect an iPhone to a satellite without pointing the device toward the sky</li></ul>Amazon's announcement mentioned future features, too, so Apple's suite of satellite functions should expand even more over the coming years.<div class="linkback">Related Roundup: <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/ios-27/">iOS 27</a></div><div class="linkback">Tag: <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/guide/iphone-satellite-features/">iPhone Satellite Features</a></div><br/>This article, &quot;<a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/17/iphones-to-get-these-new-satellite-features/">iPhones to Get These New Satellite Features</a>&quot; first appeared on <a href="https://www.macrumors.com">MacRumors.com</a><br/><br/><a href="https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/iphones-to-get-these-new-satellite-features.2481131/">Discuss this article</a> in our forums<br/><br/>]]></description>
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		<link>https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/18/top-stories-iphone-ultra-rumors/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:50:14 PDT</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[It was another busy week of Apple news and rumors, with upcoming Apple product categories like the foldable iPhone and smart glasses featuring prominently in the news.<br/>
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This week also saw continued tightening of supplies of the Mac mini and Mac Studio, while Amazon announced it will be acquiring Apple's satellite partner that supports a variety of Apple services for users off the terrestrial grid, so read on below for all the details on these stories and more!<br/>
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<h3>'iPhone Ultra' Will Solve Two Key Problems</h3><br/>
Apple reportedly plans to unveil a foldable iPhone in September, with one leaker on Chinese social media claiming the device will be called the "iPhone Ultra." <br/>
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Now, according to <em>Bloomberg</em>'s Mark Gurman, the device will have <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/11/iphone-ultra-will-solve-two-key-problems/">improved screen quality and overall durability compared to competing foldables</a>. "Apple engineers believe they've solved problems with screen quality and overall durability, two long-running flaws with phones in this category," he said.<br/>
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Rumors on launch timing have been all over the place, with some claiming the foldable iPhone will be available in September alongside the iPhone 18 Pro models while others suggest there could be a delay in availability that might extend even into early 2027. The latest rumor suggests, however, that while production is behind schedule, Apple is <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/13/iphone-fold-production-pushed-back/">still aiming for a fall 2026 launch</a>.<br/>
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<h3>Apple Stops Accepting Orders for Some Mac Mini and Mac Studio Models</h3><br/>
Amid severe global RAM chip shortages and rumors of updated models, <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/11/some-mac-mini-mac-studio-currently-unavailable/">some Mac mini and Mac Studio configurations are now completely out of stock</a> on Apple's online store in the U.S.<br/>
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Mac mini configurations with an upgraded 32GB or 64GB of RAM and Mac Studio configurations with an upgraded 128GB or 256GB of RAM are listed as "currently unavailable" on the storefront, meaning they can no longer be ordered at all.<br/>
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Other configurations that remain available continue to face lengthy shipping delays, with estimated delivery time frames ranging from one to three months. Last month, Apple <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/05/mac-studio-no-512gb-ram-upgrade/">entirely removed the Mac Studio's 512GB of RAM option</a>, but supplies are clearly now tightening even further.<br/>
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<h3>Apple Testing Four Smart Glasses Styles Made of High-End Materials</h3><br/>
Apple is <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/13/apple-smart-glasses-four-styles/">developing at least four different styles of smart glasses</a>, and the company is betting that their superior design will set them apart from rival products, according to <em>Bloomberg</em>'s Mark Gurman.<br/>
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Writing in his latest Power On newsletter, Gurman says that Apple's latest designs are made from a high-end acetate material, which is "more durable and luxurious" than the standard plastic used by most existing brands. In Gurman's words, the designs in testing include:<br/>
<ul><li>A large rectangular frame, reminiscent of Ray-Ban Wayfarers</li><br/>
<li>A slimmer rectangular design, similar to the glasses worn by Apple CEO Tim Cook</li><br/>
<li>Larger oval or circular frames</li><br/>
<li>A smaller, more refined oval or circular option</li></ul><br/>
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<h3>Apple and Amazon Ink Satellite Deal Amid Amazon's Takeover of Globalstar</h3><br/>
Amazon has announced that it will acquire Globalstar, which currently serves as Apple's exclusive satellite connectivity partner, but it appears Apple satellite services will be preserved and will perhaps expand under the deal.<br/>
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Alongside the acquisition, <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/14/apple-and-amazon-ink-satellite-deal-globalstar/">Amazon and Apple have signed a separate agreement for Amazon's Leo satellite network</a> to power existing iPhone and Apple Watch satellite features, including Emergency SOS, Messages via satellite, Find My, and Roadside Assistance via satellite.<br/>
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Amazon said it will continue supporting iPhone and Apple Watch models that use Globalstar's existing and upcoming low Earth orbit constellation. Amazon also said it will work with Apple on future satellite services running on the expanded Leo network.<br/>
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<h3>Check Who's Using Your iPhone Hotspot Data</h3><br/>
If you regularly share your iPhone's data connection with your laptop or iPad, or let family members piggyback on your device's data, you'll be glad to learn that <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/how-to/check-who-using-iphone-hotspot-data/">Apple recently made it a lot easier to keep tabs on who's burning through your monthly allowance</a>.<br/>
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In a welcome change with the release of iOS 26.4, Apple has moved Personal Hotspot data usage info out of its previous hiding spot and put it in a much more convenient location right in the Personal Hotspot menu.<br/>
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<h3>Apple Highlights Photos Shot on iPhone During NASA's Mission to Moon</h3><br/>
Astronauts aboard NASA's Orion spacecraft used the iPhone 17 Pro Max to take selfies of themselves with the Earth in the background during the Artemis II mission around the far side of the Moon earlier this month.<br/>
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Now that the crew members have safely returned to Earth, Apple's CEO Tim Cook and marketing chief Greg Joswiak have both turned to social media to <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/11/apple-highlights-artemis-ii-iphone-photos/">congratulate them on their successful mission and highlight the iPhone's involvement</a>.<br/>
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"You captured the wonders of space and our planet beautifully, taking iPhone photography to new heights, and we're grateful you shared it with the world," wrote Cook. "Your work continues to inspire us all to think different. Welcome home!"<br/>
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<h2>MacRumors Newsletter</h2><br/>
Each week, we publish an email newsletter like this highlighting the top Apple stories, making it a great way to get a bite-sized recap of the week hitting all of the major topics we've covered and tying together related stories for a big-picture view.<br/>
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So if you want to have <a href="https://mailchi.mp/macrumors/apr-16-2026">top stories</a> like the above recap delivered to your email inbox each week, <b><a href="http://eepurl.com/OHdUX">subscribe to our newsletter</a></b>!<div class="linkback">Tag: <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/guide/top-stories/">Top Stories</a></div><br/>This article, &quot;<a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/18/top-stories-iphone-ultra-rumors/">Top Stories: &#039;iPhone Ultra&#039; Rumors, Mac Mini and Mac Studio Shortages, and More</a>&quot; first appeared on <a href="https://www.macrumors.com">MacRumors.com</a><br/><br/><a href="https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/top-stories-iphone-ultra-rumors-mac-mini-and-mac-studio-shortages-and-more.2481156/">Discuss this article</a> in our forums<br/><br/>]]></description>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 09:09:16 PDT</pubDate>
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		<dc:creator>Hartley Charlton</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[On this week's episode of <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/major-ipad-mini-redesign-coming-soon-whats-next-for-the-ipad/id1602394741?i=1000762010703">The MacRumors Show</a>, we talk through Apple's upcoming overhaul of the <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/ipad-mini/">iPad mini</a> and <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/ipad-air/">iPad Air</a>, looking at the future of the product lineup as a whole. <br/>
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The headline upgrade for the &zwnj;iPad mini&zwnj; 8 is a <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2025/10/28/apple-ipad-macbook-oled-displays/">switch from LCD to OLED</a> display technology. The device  is expected to use a single-stack LTPS panel, which is dimmer than the tandem OLED in the <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/ipad-pro/">iPad Pro</a>, but a substantial step up from the current display. The screen will also likely grow from 8.3 to 8.7 inches, and ProMotion is a possibility. <br/>
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On the chip, sources disagree. <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2025/08/13/ipad-mini-a19-pro-chip/">Code Apple accidentally published in August</a> pointed to the A19 Pro, but <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2025/12/16/ipad-mini-a20-pro-chip-rumor/">other evidence</a> suggests the device will use the unreleased A20 Pro chip instead. The N1 and C1X chips are also highly likely to be present. <br/>
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<a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-10-28/apple-plans-oled-for-ipad-mini-ipad-air-macbook-air-mini-water-resistance"><em>Bloomberg</em>'s Mark Gurman</a> reported that Apple is also working on a more water-resistant design, which would make new the &zwnj;iPad mini&zwnj; the first to carry an official IP rating. Apple is said to have developed a vibration-based speaker system that eliminates traditional speaker holes, removing a primary path for water ingress.<br/>
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The scale of the upgrades strongly suggests a redesigned, thinner chassis to accommodate them. Gurman says the upgrades could push the price up by as much as &#36;100 to around &#36;599. The leaker known as "<a href="https://weibo.com/5143897135/QfDAZ44qp">Instant Digital</a>" has said the device will launch in the second half of 2026 at the earliest.<br/>
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Apple is also expected to update the &zwnj;iPad Air&zwnj; in early 2027, with the headline change similarly being a <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/15/report-ipad-air-to-gain-oled-display-next-year/">switch to OLED</a>. Like the &zwnj;iPad mini&zwnj; 8, the next-generation &zwnj;iPad Air&zwnj; is expected to use a single-stack LTPS panel supplied by Samsung, keeiping costs down relative to the tandem OLED in the &zwnj;iPad Pro&zwnj;. Arriving over six years after the device's last redesign, it is also likely to feature a new design similar to the &zwnj;iPad mini&zwnj;, along with the M5 chip. <br/>
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The next &zwnj;iPad Pro&zwnj; is expected in <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/ipad-pro/">spring 2027</a>, with an M6 chip and a <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2026/03/02/m6-ipad-pro-vapor-chamber-cooling/">vapor chamber cooling system</a> similar to the one Apple introduced in the <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/iphone-17-pro/">iPhone 17 Pro</a>, but no design changes are rumored. With the &zwnj;iPad Air&zwnj; set to close the gap significantly by adopting OLED and a thinner design, the Pro's key differentiators will narrow considerably. A more transformative reason to choose the Pro may not arrive until Apple launches its <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/guide/foldable-ipad/">long-rumored foldable iPad</a>, which Gurman says will feature an 18-inch display. The device has <a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2025/10/21/apple-foldable-ipad-delayed/">faced development hurdles around weight and display technology</a> and is now expected no earlier than 2029, with a price potentially reaching &#36;3,900, up to three times the cost of the current 13-inch &zwnj;iPad Pro&zwnj;.<br/>
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