MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - All Stories https://www.macrumors.com Apple, iPhone, iPad, Mac News and Rumors Thu, 09 Apr 2026 02:20:40 PDT en hourly 1 https://www.macrumors.com iOS 26.4.1 Includes These Two Changes for iPhones https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/08/ios-26-4-1-has-two-changes-for-iphones/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/ios-26-4-1-includes-these-two-changes-for-iphones.2480675/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 19:17:46 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/08/ios-26-4-1-has-two-changes-for-iphones/ Joe Rossignol iOS 26 iCloud released a minor iOS 26.4.1 update for the iPhone 11 and newer. While the release notes for the update only mention unspecified "bug fixes," we have since learned about two specific changes that are included in it.


First, 9to5Mac spotted an Apple Developer Forums thread suggesting that iOS 26.4.1 fixes an iOS 26.4 bug that affected iCloud syncing in some apps.

Second, an enterprise-focused Apple support document indicates that Stolen Device Protection will be automatically enabled on iPhones that update from iOS 26.4 to iOS 26.4.1. This likely applies to devices that are managed by a workplace/organization, as iOS 26.4 already turned on the feature by default for regular users.

Introduced in iOS 17.3, Stolen Device Protection adds an additional layer of security in the event someone has stolen your iPhone and also knows the device's passcode. The feature is designed to reduce instances of thieves spying on an iPhone user's passcode before stealing the device, often in public places like bars.

When the feature is turned on, Face ID or Touch ID authentication is required for more actions than usual on an iPhone, including viewing passwords or passkeys stored in iCloud Keychain, applying for a new Apple Card, turning off Lost Mode, erasing all content and settings, using payment methods saved in Safari, and more. No passcode fallback is available in the event that the user is unable to complete Face ID or Touch ID authentication.

For especially sensitive actions, including changing the password of the Apple ID account associated with the iPhone, the feature adds a security delay on top of biometric authentication. In these cases, the user must authenticate with Face ID or Touch ID, wait one hour, and authenticate with Face ID or Touch ID again. However, there is no delay when the iPhone is in familiar locations, such as at home or work.

Prior to iOS 26.4, Stolen Device Protection was turned off by default on all iPhones. It can be turned on in the Settings app under Face ID & Passcode.
Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26
Tag: iCloud
Related Forums: iOS 26, Apple Music, Apple Pay/Card, iCloud, Fitness+

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]]> Apple Now Selling Parts for Seven New Devices Unveiled Last Month https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/08/apple-selling-parts-for-seven-new-devices/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-now-selling-parts-for-seven-new-devices-unveiled-last-month.2480672/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:40:41 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/08/apple-selling-parts-for-seven-new-devices/ Joe Rossignol iPhone 17e Displays MacBook Neo MacBook Pro MacBook Air Self Service Repair self-service repair program provides customers with access to genuine parts, tools, and manuals to repair select iPhones, iPads, Macs, Studio Displays, and Beats Pill speakers. Apple says the program is "intended for individuals who are experienced with the complexities of repairing electronic devices."


Apple today started selling parts and tools for seven new devices through its self-service repair store in the U.S., Canada, and many European countries.

As reported by 9to5Mac, genuine Apple parts are now available for these devices:
  • iPhone 17e

  • iPad Air with M4 chip

  • MacBook Neo

  • MacBook Air with M5 chip

  • MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips

  • Studio Display (2026)

  • Studio Display XDR
After ordering parts and tools, you can follow the steps in Apple's repair manuals for each device.

There is a notable piece of news related to this. As we reported last month, the MacBook Neo's keyboard can be replaced individually.


For years, replacing the keyboard in other MacBooks has required replacing the entire Top Case, which refers to the top half of the aluminum shell surrounding the keyboard. For example, the latest MacBook Air has a "Top Case with Keyboard" part, and the latest MacBook Pro models have a "Top Case with Battery and Keyboard" part.

For the MacBook Neo, there are separate Keyboard, Keyboard with Touch ID, and Top Case parts, and Apple shows how to replace the keyboard individually. While there are still more than 40 screws involved to replace the keyboard on its own, the process is much easier than replacing an entire Top Case, which requires lots of disassembly.

Best of all, the MacBook Neo's individual keyboard part starts at just $140 on Apple's self-service repair store in the U.S., whereas the Top Case with Keyboard for MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models costs around $400 to $600.
Related Roundups: iPhone 17e, Studio Display, MacBook Neo, MacBook Pro, MacBook Air
Tag: Self Service Repair
Buyer's Guide: iPhone 17e (Buy Now), Displays (Buy Now), MacBook Neo (Buy Now), MacBook Pro (Buy Now), MacBook Air (Buy Now)
Related Forums: Mac Accessories, MacBook Neo, MacBook Pro, MacBook Air

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]]> Apple Releases Safari Technology Preview 241 With Bug Fixes and Performance Improvements https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/08/apple-releases-safari-technology-preview-241/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-releases-safari-technology-preview-241-with-bug-fixes-and-performance-improvements.2480667/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:00:51 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/08/apple-releases-safari-technology-preview-241/ Juli Clover Blurb Safari Technology Preview released a new update for Safari Technology Preview, the experimental browser that was first introduced in March 2016 and just marked its tenth anniversary. Apple designed ‌Safari Technology Preview‌ to allow users to test features that are planned for future release versions of the Safari browser.


‌Safari Technology Preview‌ 241 includes fixes and updates for Accessibility, Animations, CSS, Canvas, Forms, HTML, Images, JavaScript, MathML, Media, Networking, Printing, Rendering, SVG, Storage, Web API, Web Inspector, and WebRTC.

The current ‌Safari Technology Preview‌ release is compatible with machines running macOS Sequoia and macOS Tahoe, the newest version of macOS.

The ‌Safari Technology Preview‌ update is available through the Software Update mechanism in System Preferences or System Settings to anyone who has downloaded the browser from Apple's website. Complete release notes for the update are available on the Safari Technology Preview website.

Apple's aim with ‌Safari Technology Preview‌ is to gather feedback from developers and users on its browser development process. ‌Safari Technology Preview‌ can run side-by-side with the existing Safari browser and while it is designed for developers, it does not require a developer account to download and use.

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]]> Two Apple Stores in U.S. and Australia Will Soon Be Temporarily Closed https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/08/two-apple-stores-temporarily-closing/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/two-apple-stores-in-u-s-and-australia-will-soon-be-temporarily-closed.2480666/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:56:21 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/08/two-apple-stores-temporarily-closing/ Joe Rossignol Apple Store Apple Victoria Gardens in Rancho Cucamonga, California will be temporarily closed for renovations starting the evening of Saturday, April 11.

Apple Victoria Gardens in Rancho Cucamonga, California

The store will reopen in the fall, according to a notice on Apple's website spotted by MacRumors reader Kate. No specific date was provided, but Apple will likely aim to resume business ahead of iPhone 18 Pro launch day in September.

In the meantime, Apple will be opening a temporary store elsewhere at Victoria Gardens, in a unit that was most recently occupied by activewear retailer Athleta. The address for the temporary store is 12501 N Mainstreet, Suite 3610.

Apple Victoria Gardens first opened in September 2004.

Apple Chermside outside of Brisbane, Australia will also be temporarily closed starting Wednesday, April 29, with Apple inviting customers to visit nearby stores in the meantime. Apple has not provided a specific reason for this store's closure, but it is likely another renovation project. The location first opened in November 2009.

In addition, Apple Trumbull in Connecticut and Apple Towson Town Center in Maryland will be opening at 12:30 p.m. Eastern Time this Thursday, April 9. It is unclear exactly why these locations are opening a few hours later than usual, but it is our understanding that at least one of the stores might simply be holding an employee meeting.
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]]> iPhone Ultra's Price Range Revealed https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/08/iphone-ultra-price-range-revealed/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/iphone-ultras-price-range-revealed.2480655/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:35:44 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/08/iphone-ultra-price-range-revealed/ Joe Rossignol iPhone Fold Bloomberg iPhone Ultra Mark Gurman Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has revealed the device's supposed price range.

Apple's foldable iPhone is rumored to be named iPhone Ultra

In a report this week, Gurman said the foldable iPhone is expected to "cross the $2,000 threshold" in the U.S., although it is unclear if he is referring to the starting price or if only some configurations will surpass that price point.

In any case, the foldable iPhone will undoubtedly be the most expensive iPhone ever. Currently, Apple's most expensive iPhone model is the iPhone 17 Pro Max, which costs $1,999 in the U.S. when configured with a maximum 2TB of storage.

If the foldable iPhone does start at $1,999, the device might cost as much as $2,799 with 2TB of storage, based on iPhone 17 Pro Max price tiers.

It was recently rumored that the foldable iPhone will be named iPhone Ultra. Apple already uses Ultra branding for the Apple Watch Ultra, CarPlay Ultra, and the M1 Ultra, M2 Ultra, and M3 Ultra series of chips for the Mac Studio.

The foldable iPhone is expected to open up like a book, providing users with a large screen for watching videos, playing games, and multitasking. The device will reportedly have a 7.7-inch inner display and a 5.3-inch outer display, two rear cameras, one front camera, and a Touch ID power button instead of Face ID. It was initially rumored that the device would have a virtually "crease-free" inner display, but it was later reported that Apple is using technology that "reduces the crease without eliminating it entirely."
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]]> Anthropic's AI to Help Apple Find iOS, macOS, and Safari Vulnerabilities https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/08/apple-anthropic-project-glasswing/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/anthropics-ai-to-help-apple-find-ios-macos-and-safari-vulnerabilities.2480659/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:25:10 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/08/apple-anthropic-project-glasswing/ Joe Rossignol Anthropic Apple Security announced Project Glasswing, a new initiative that will enable tech companies to use its new AI model Mythos Preview to find and fix security vulnerabilities or weaknesses across operating systems and web browsers.


Mythos Preview has already found thousands of zero-day vulnerabilities, including some in every major operating system and web browser, according to Anthropic.

"AI models have reached a level of coding capability where they can surpass all but the most skilled humans at finding and exploiting software vulnerabilities," said Anthropic. "Given the rate of AI progress, it will not be long before such capabilities proliferate, potentially beyond actors who are committed to deploying them safely."

"Project Glasswing is an urgent attempt to put these capabilities to work for defensive purposes," added the company.

Mythos Preview will not be available to the public. Instead, Anthropic said use of the model will be limited to selected partners, with the initial group beyond Anthropic itself including Apple, Amazon Web Services, Broadcom, Cisco, CrowdStrike, Google, JPMorganChase, the Linux Foundation, Microsoft, NVIDIA, and Palo Alto Networks.


Anthropic is committing up to $100 million in usage credits for Mythos Preview. Beyond that, partners will have to pay to use the AI model.

Launch partners like Apple will use Mythos Preview as part of their defensive security work, according to Anthropic. This means Apple may use the AI model to help find and fix security vulnerabilities across its Safari web browser and operating systems, which includes iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS. Apple is also rumored to be developing a homeOS operating system for a new smart home hub.
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]]> Apple Releases iOS 26.4.1 and iPadOS 26.4.1 With Bug Fixes https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/08/apple-releases-ios-26-4-1/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-releases-ios-26-4-1-and-ipados-26-4-1-with-bug-fixes.2480658/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:09:27 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/08/apple-releases-ios-26-4-1/ Juli Clover Featured iOS 26 iPad, respectively. The updates have a build number of 23E254, and they arrive a little more than two weeks after Apple released iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4.


According to Apple's release notes, the software updates contain unspecified "bug fixes."

The updates do not include any security fixes, according to Apple's website.

The new software can be downloaded on eligible iPhones and iPads over-the-air by going to Settings → General → Software Update.

Apple is already beta testing iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5, the next versions of iOS 26 that will likely launch later in April or in May.
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]]> Get Massive Discounts on Apple Watch Solo/Braided Loops at Woot https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/08/woots-apple-watch-band-sale-4/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/get-massive-discounts-on-apple-watch-solo-braided-loops-at-woot.2480652/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:41:20 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/08/woots-apple-watch-band-sale-4/ Mitchel Broussard Deals massive sale on Solo Loop and Braided Solo Loop bands for Apple Watch, with prices that match the previous record low Woot deals on these bands.

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You can get the Solo Loop for just $14.99 ($34 off) and the Braided Solo Loop for $29.99 ($69 off). All bands in this sale are in brand new condition and come with a one-year Apple limited warranty.

UP TO 70% OFF
Apple Watch Bands at Woot


Woot has reorganized the sale for 2026, with shoppers choosing their size before color this time around. Woot has size 1-12 of the Solo Loop and Braided Solo Loop available, but color and style availability varies within each size category.

Shoppers should note that this sale is focused on colors of the Braided Solo Loop and Solo Loop that Apple has stopped selling, and it doesn't include any of the new band colors. That being said, all of the bands in this sale are in new condition.

The sale is mainly focused on Solo Loop and Braided Solo Loop Apple Watch bands, so you'll need to know the size that works best for you before you buy. Apple has a measurement tool on its website that you can use to determine your exact size.

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]]> iPhone Air 2 and iPhone 18e Reportedly Launching Early Next Year https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/08/iphone-air-2-and-iphone-18e-early-next-year/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/iphone-air-2-and-iphone-18e-reportedly-launching-early-next-year.2480647/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:38:14 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/08/iphone-air-2-and-iphone-18e-early-next-year/ Joe Rossignol iPhone 18 iPhone Air iPhone Fold Bloomberg iPhone 18e Mark Gurman from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.


In a report this week, he said Apple plans to unveil the two devices in spring 2027, alongside a standard iPhone 18. If so, Apple will likely announce the trio of devices in March or April next year. It is unclear if there will be a live-streamed event.

Given the iPhone 16e and the iPhone 17e were unveiled in the first quarter of 2025 and 2026, respectively, it is no surprise that an iPhone 18e will follow around the first quarter of next year. However, it is notable that a new iPhone Air and the standard iPhone 18 will apparently be introduced at the same time.

The current iPhone Air and the standard iPhone 17 debuted in September last year, but several reports have indicated that Apple is moving to more of a split launch going forward, with multiple iPhone models arriving in spring and fall.

Here is when each new iPhone model is expected to launch:
  • September 2026: iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and "iPhone Ultra"

  • March 2027: iPhone 18e, iPhone 18, and iPhone Air 2
Apple's plans for a split launch have been reported on for many months, so this is nothing new. However, there have been conflicting reports about exactly when the iPhone Air 2 will be released, so Gurman's spring 2027 timeframe provides clarity.

The iPhone 18e and the iPhone 18 will likely receive an A20 chip and little else, while the next iPhone Air is rumored to feature an A20 chip, a second rear camera, a larger battery, and the iPhone 17 Pro's vapor chamber cooling system.

According to a leaker on the Chinese social media platform Weibo, Apple even plans to release an iPhone Air 3 eventually, even though sales of the current iPhone Air have reportedly been low relative to the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro.
Related Roundups: iPhone 18, iPhone Air, iPhone Fold
Tags: Bloomberg, iPhone 18e, Mark Gurman
Buyer's Guide: iPhone Air (Buy Now)
Related Forum: iPhone

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]]> Astropad Workbench Lets You Remotely Control Your Mac and AI Agents From iPhone and iPad https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/08/astropad-workbench-app/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/astropad-workbench-lets-you-remotely-control-your-mac-and-ai-agents-from-iphone-and-ipad.2480651/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:20:57 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/08/astropad-workbench-app/ Juli Clover Astropad iPad into a drawing tablet, today launched a new app called Astropad Workbench. Astropad Workbench is a remote desktop app designed for the Mac, and more specifically, built for use with AI.


With Astropad Workbench, you can control your AI agents remotely, which makes it useful for people who have set up a Mac mini as a personal server for use with OpenClaw and other AI agent features.

Astropad says that it created Workbench to help users monitor their AI agents from anywhere, without being tied to a desk. There are native apps for Mac, ‌iPad‌, and iPhone, so the iPhone and ‌iPad‌ are able to interface with the Mac desktop wherever you are.

It's simple to check logs and output to verify agent work, restart failed tasks, or reconnect to long-running jobs. There are also tools for switching between multiple Macs connected to a Workbench account.

Workbench offers high-fidelity streaming with a unified virtual display, low latency, speech-to-text input, and multiple control options from gestures to keyboard, mouse, and Apple Pencil. Setup is quick and easy without the need for network configurations, and AES-256 encryption is included. No display recordings are captured and saved.

New users are able to connect to Workbench for free for 20 minutes of daily access. Unlimited paid plans are priced at $10 per month or $50 per year. More information on Workbench can be found on Astropad's website.
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]]> Apple's New M5 MacBook Air Hits $949 Record Low Price on Amazon https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/08/m5-macbook-air-hits-949/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apples-new-m5-macbook-air-hits-949-record-low-price-on-amazon.2480636/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:07:11 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/08/m5-macbook-air-hits-949/ Mitchel Broussard Deals Featured new record low prices on the M5 MacBook Air this week, with up to $150 off these notebooks. We started tracking these deals over the weekend, and the selection of color options at best-ever prices has only expanded since then.

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Amazon has the 512GB 13-inch M5 MacBook Air for $949.00, down from $1,099.00, and the 24GB/1TB model for $1,349.00, down from $1,499.00. Both of these represent new record low prices for each configuration.

$150 OFF
13-inch M5 MacBook Air (512GB) for $949.00

$150 OFF
13-inch M5 MacBook Air (16GB/1TB) for $1,149.00

$150 OFF
13-inch M5 MacBook Air (24GB/1TB) for $1,349.00


In terms of the 15-inch models, you'll find up to $150 off the M5 MacBook Air, with multiple color options on sale for each configuration. Prices start at $1,149.00 for the 512GB model, down from $1,299.00, and also include both 1TB models on sale.

$150 OFF
15-inch M5 MacBook Air (512GB) for $1,149.00

$150 OFF
15-inch M5 MacBook Air (16GB/1TB) for $1,349.00

$150 OFF
15-inch M5 MacBook Air (24GB/1TB) for $1,549.00


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]]> 2024 iPad Mini vs. 2026 iPad Air Buyer's Guide: 20+ Differences Compared https://www.macrumors.com/guide/2024-ipad-mini-vs-2026-ipad-air/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/2024-ipad-mini-vs-2026-ipad-air-buyers-guide-20-differences-compared.2480645/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:22:22 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/guide/2024-ipad-mini-vs-2026-ipad-air&post_date=1775676142/ Hartley Charlton Buyer's Guide Featured iPad Air iPad mini iPad Air, featuring the M4 chip. Today's iPad mini is approaching two years old, but with just $100 between them, which should you choose?


The new ‌iPad Air‌ is a minor iteration on last year's M3 model, adding more unified memory, Apple's N1 wireless chip, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and an Apple C1X modem. In 2024, Apple introduced the seventh-generation ‌iPad mini‌, offering the A17 Pro chip, Apple Intelligence support, 8GB of memory, Apple Pencil Pro and ‌Apple Pencil‌ hover support, and more.

The ‌iPad mini‌ effectively shares the design of the ‌iPad Air‌, with both devices possessing many of the same features such as an all-screen design with no Home button, Touch ID in the top button, and stereo speakers. Despite theoretically being different product lines, the ‌iPad mini‌ and ‌iPad Air‌ are almost identical in terms of specifications and are even available in the same color options. There are still some differences between the devices, such as their display sizes and chips, that set the devices apart.

Should you buy the more expensive, larger ‌iPad Air‌, or opt for the smaller and more affordable ‌iPad mini‌? Our guide helps to answer the question of how to decide which of these two iPads is best for you. All of the differences between the two devices are listed below:






























































































‌iPad mini‌ (seventh generation, 2024) ‌iPad Air‌ (eighth generation, 2026)
8.3-inch display with 326 ppi 11-inch or 13-inch display with 264 ppi
500 nits max SDR brightness 11-inch: 500 nits max SDR brightness
13-inch: 600 nits max SDR brightness
Smaller, compact design for maximum portability Larger design, better for productivity
Weighs 0.66 pounds (297 grams) 11-inch: Weighs 1.02 pounds (462 grams)
13-inch: Weighs 1.36 pounds (617 grams)
A17 Pro chip (introduced with iPhone 15 Pro in 2023, made with TSMC's 3nm N3 process) M4 chip (introduced with the iPad Pro in 2024, made with TSMC's enhanced ‌3nm‌ N3E process)
6-core CPU 8-core CPU
4.05 GHz CPU clock speed 4.4 GHz CPU clock speed
5-core GPU 9-core GPU
16-core Neural Engine, 35 trillion operations per second 16-core Neural Engine, 38 trillion operations per second
8GB unified memory 12GB unified memory
68 GB/s memory bandwidth 120 GB/s memory bandwidth
Dedicated media engine
Hardware-accelerated H.264 and HEVC
Video decode engine
Video encode engine
Volume buttons on top Volume buttons on right side
Portrait 12MP Ultra Wide front camera Landscape 12MP Ultra Wide front camera
True Tone flash
Compatible with Bluetooth keyboards only Smart Connector to support Apple's Magic Keyboard and Smart Keyboard Folio
Wi-Fi 6E connectivity Wi-Fi 7 connectivity
Bluetooth 5.3 Bluetooth 6
Qualcomm SDX70M 5G modem Apple C1X modem
128GB, 256GB, or 512GB of storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB of storage
Starts at $499 11-inch: Starts at $599
13-inch: Starts at $799
Released October 2024 Released March 2026



Overall, the ‌iPad Air‌ is the best all-around option for the majority of users, providing a large screen for productivity and consuming entertainment in a slim, portable design. The additional $100 needed to buy the 11-inch ‌iPad Air‌ over the ‌iPad mini‌ is more than justified for the benefits that come with its larger display and M4 chip, not least the ability to practically use it as a laptop replacement with the Magic Keyboard and multitasking. The Air also brings more unified memory, newer wireless connectivity, and Apple's own C1X modem, advantages that are unlikely to matter for most users day-to-day but give the device more headroom over a longer ownership period.

Yet, most customers who choose the ‌iPad mini‌ will do so because of its screen size rather than in spite of it. The ‌iPad mini‌ is ideal for comfortably reading ebooks, playing handheld games, and easy transport and storage. Those who buy the ‌iPad mini‌ will likely have a specific use case in mind for how they will use the device, such as for note-taking on the go with the ‌Apple Pencil‌, throwing into a small bag to use on public transport, or giving it to a kid as their first tablet.

If you do not see the ‌iPad mini‌'s smaller display, easy one-handed grip, lightweight design, and portable form factor as an advantage for your use case and are focused on a more versatile display size, you will likely prefer the ‌iPad Air‌, especially as it is now available with a 13-inch size option. The ‌iPad Air‌ is more of an all-around device that works as a potential laptop replacement, with the added bonuses that come with a bigger screen for productivity and entertainment.

A next-generation iPad mini is expected to launch in the second half of 2026, so it may be worth holding off a purchase for that device. It is likely to feature the A19 Pro chip with a 5-core GPU, a slightly larger 8.7-inch display with an OLED panel, a vibration-based speaker, and water resistance. The upgrades could push the starting price up by as much as $100.
Related Roundups: iPad Air , iPad mini
Buyer's Guide: iPad Air (Buy Now), iPad Mini (Caution)
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]]> Apple's Three-Year Plan to 'Reinvent' the iPhone is Underway https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/08/apple-three-year-plan-to-reinvent-iphone/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apples-three-year-plan-to-reinvent-the-iphone-is-underway.2480639/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 08:04:32 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/08/apple-three-year-plan-to-reinvent-iphone/ Joe Rossignol iPhone Fold 20th-Anniversary iPhone Bloomberg Mark Gurman Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.


In a report this week, Gurman said the plan is as follows:
  • September 2025: The redesigned iPhone 17 Pro models and an all-new iPhone Air (✅)

  • September 2026: A foldable iPhone

  • September 2027: A special 20th-anniversary iPhone
The report said this iPhone roadmap has been a "priority" for Apple's leadership, including hardware engineering chief John Ternus, who is widely considered to be the leading candidate to succeed Tim Cook as Apple's CEO in the future.

The plan began last September with the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max, which ushered in a new aluminum design with a so-called "plateau" housing the three rear cameras and a rear Ceramic Shield glass area for MagSafe charging and accessories. At the same time, Apple released the iPhone Air, which is the thinnest iPhone ever.

This year, Apple is expected to release its long-awaited foldable iPhone.

Like Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7, the foldable iPhone will reportedly open up like a book, providing users with a large screen for watching videos, playing games, and multitasking. iOS 27 is expected to have some changes that are exclusive to the foldable iPhone, including side-by-side apps and other iPadOS-like multitasking functionality.


Late last year, a report said the foldable iPhone will be equipped with a 7.7-inch inner display, and a 5.3-inch outer display. It was initially rumored that the device would have a virtually "crease-free" inner display, but it was later reported that Apple is using technology that "reduces the crease without eliminating it entirely."

Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo expects the foldable iPhone to have two rear cameras, one front camera, and a Touch ID power button instead of Face ID.

As for the 20th-anniversary iPhone, previous reports have indicated that the device will have a seamless design, with a curved glass enclosure and no cutouts in the display. To achieve this, the front camera would be located under the screen. However, it remains to be seen if Apple actually achieves such an ambitious design by next year.


Apple reported record-breaking revenue of $143.8 billion last quarter. iPhone revenue in the quarter was $85.2 billion, a new all-time high.

"iPhone had its best-ever quarter driven by unprecedented demand, with all-time records across every geographic segment," said Apple CEO Tim Cook, in Apple's press release earlier this year. He later commented that iPhone demand during the quarter was "simply staggering" and topped Apple's internal expectations. The upcoming foldable iPhone and 20th-anniversary iPhone models could help Apple to sustain this momentum.
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]]> Leaker: Apple Will Release iPhone Air 2 No Matter How Badly It May Sell https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/08/iphone-air-2-to-launch-no-matter-what/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/leaker-apple-will-release-iphone-air-2-no-matter-how-badly-it-may-sell.2480637/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 07:27:12 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/08/iphone-air-2-to-launch-no-matter-what/ Hartley Charlton Featured iPhone 18 iPhone Air Fixed Focus Digital iPhone Air's struggling sales, a known leaker claims Apple will push ahead with at least two generations of the device, while also suggesting the standard iPhone 18 will see virtually no exterior design changes.


In a recent post on Weibo, the leaker known as "Fixed Focus Digital" said that the standard ‌iPhone 18‌ will not have substantial changes to its design, reinforcing rumors about an incremental upgrade:

The standard model of the iPhone 18 will see virtually no changes to its exterior design—aside from a potential minor tweak to its dimensions.


In another post, the leaker claimed that Apple still plans to release a second-generation ‌iPhone Air‌ model:

The Air 2 will proceed with its standard product iteration cycle; no matter how abysmal the sales turn out to be, Apple will grit its teeth and push through with at least two generations...


Sales of the ‌iPhone Air‌ have reportedly struggled badly since its launch in September 2025. A KeyBanc Capital Markets survey for investors found "virtually no demand" for the device. Supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reported that suppliers were expected to reduce capacity by more than 80% between launch and the first quarter of 2026. Luxshare stopped making the ‌iPhone Air‌ in October, and Foxconn was expected to end production by the end of December, leaving the device believed to be entirely out of production. The iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 14 Plus, and iPhone 15 Plus performed similarly poorly and saw only two generations each.

According to The Information, Apple is now considering a redesign of the ‌iPhone Air‌ to add a second rear camera to address one of the main criticisms of the current model. One report suggested the second camera could be a 48-megapixel Fusion Ultra Wide lens. Previous reports have also said Apple's work on the second-generation model is aimed at reducing the weight, adding vapor chamber cooling, and improving the battery capacity, along with a thinner Face ID module, and adding the A20 and C2 chips.

The standard ‌iPhone 18‌ is expected to be an incremental update, adding Apple's A20 and C2 chips, 12GB of memory, a 24-megapixel front-facing camera, and a simplified Camera Control button.

Apple is widely believed to be planning a break from its long-established annual September release cycle with the ‌iPhone 18‌ lineup, splitting the lineup across two windows: The iPhone 18 Pro, ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ Max, and foldable iPhone are expected in fall 2026, while the standard ‌iPhone 18‌, iPhone 18e, and ‌iPhone Air‌ 2 will likely follow in spring 2027. A Nikkei Asia report corroborating the strategy noted it aims to both optimize resources and maximize revenue from premium models.
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]]> Apple's Foldable iPhone Will Have a Samsung-Made OLED Display https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/08/apple-foldable-iphone-samsung-oled/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apples-foldable-iphone-will-have-a-samsung-made-oled-display.2480629/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 02:54:58 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/08/apple-foldable-iphone-samsung-oled/ Tim Hardwick Foldable iPhone OLED Samsung The Elec The Elec.


Apple will not use foldable panels from other display suppliers as part of the agreement, according to the Korea-based outlet. The company is said to have accepted the terms given the lack of viable alternative suppliers.

This year, Apple is expected to release a book-style iPhone that unfolds to reveal an inner display similar in size to an iPad mini. Samsung has been a display pioneer in the foldable market, and it will reportedly supply Apple with foldable OLED panels equipped with CoE (Color filter on Encapsulation) technology, which removes the polarizer and forms a color filter layer on top of the encapsulation layer. Polarizers can cause cracking at bending points, making CoE a requirement for foldable devices.

The screen will use the same M14 OLED materials as the iPhone 17 Pro Max instead of switching to something new. The choice is said to be based on reliability and lower costs – Apple is sticking with a design that's already been tested and works well.

According to Bloomberg, Apple's foldable iPhone development is progressing smoothly and the device is set to launch during the standard September iPhone timeframe. That contradicts a recent Nikkei report that suggested ‌iPhone Fold‌ engineering delays could push the device's launch into 2027.

An industry source cited by The Elec said that regardless of potential delays in final device assembly, Samsung Display's production of foldable OLED panels for Apple will begin in the second quarter of this year as originally planned, with an initial shipment of 3 million units.

Away from iPhones, Apple already uses OLED displays in the iPad Pro and Apple Watch. There are apparently no plans to add OLED to the low-cost iPad, but the iPad mini could get one in 2026. Meanwhile, the ‌MacBook Pro‌ is expected to be updated with an OLED display when it is redesigned later this year, and it will also include touchscreen functionality. Apple will also reportedly update the MacBook Air with an OLED display in 2028.
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]]> WhatsApp Gets New CarPlay App https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/07/whatsapp-gets-new-carplay-app/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/whatsapp-gets-new-carplay-app.2480613/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:32:35 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/07/whatsapp-gets-new-carplay-app/ Juli Clover CarPlay WhatsApp CarPlay. ‌CarPlay‌ users are able to more easily call and message their friends and family members in WhatsApp directly from the car interface.


WhatsApp had ‌CarPlay‌ integration before, but with limited Siri-based functionality. The new app has a full native ‌CarPlay‌ interface with a list of recent chats and call history, along with a tab for favorite contacts. There are quick access buttons for sending a message via dictation or placing a call, which makes it easier to communicate.

The updated WhatsApp ‌CarPlay‌ app has been in testing since last week. WhatsApp users can access the new ‌CarPlay‌ app by updating WhatsApp on the iPhone to the latest version and then connecting the device to a CarPlay-compatible vehicle.
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]]> What's Happening With the HomePod Mini 2? All the Current Rumors https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/07/homepod-mini-2-rumor-recap/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/whats-happening-with-the-homepod-mini-2-all-the-current-rumors.2480610/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 15:03:35 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/07/homepod-mini-2-rumor-recap/ Juli Clover Featured HomePod mini HomePod Mini 2 HomePod mini is now over 2,000 days old, which means it has been five and a half years since it received a meaningful update. Apple is working on a new model, but launch rumors have come and gone due to Siri issues.

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Apple introduced the ‌HomePod mini‌ in October 2020, and refreshed the color options in 2021, but it is way overdue for a more substantial refresh. Here's what we know about what's coming.

Design


It doesn't sound like Apple is going to update the ‌HomePod mini‌'s design. There are no rumors of a revamped look or changes to the shape, so the ‌HomePod mini‌ 2 will look a lot like the original model.

We are expecting new color options for the ‌HomePod mini‌, and Apple has tested a red color, so that could be one of the shades we get.

Chip Update


The current ‌HomePod mini‌ uses the S5 Apple Watch chip, which is old at this point. The next model is going to use the S9 chip or later, so it will have more power for computational audio and other audio features that require a processor.

The S9, S10, and S11 are all basically identical, so performance will be about the same regardless of which one Apple chooses. Apple Watch chips are much lower power than iPhone, iPad, and Mac chips, but the S5 to S9 or later is still a huge jump.

New Features


Apple hasn't released the new ‌HomePod mini‌ because it's supposedly waiting on the new version of ‌Siri‌. ‌Siri‌ was supposed to get an Apple Intelligence update this spring, but it now looks like we'll be waiting until the September iOS 27 launch.

The ‌HomePod mini‌ will run the updated version of ‌Siri‌, so it should be a much more capable device than the current model for doing everything from suggesting music to controlling smart home products.

N1


The ‌HomePod mini‌ 2 could get Apple's N1 chip with Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6, but Apple hasn't included it in some lower-cost products, so it's not entirely clear if it will be included. Either way, the ‌HomePod mini‌ should get at least Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3.

The N1 has Thread support too, but the ‌HomePod mini‌ already includes Thread.

UWB 2


A newer Ultra Wideband chip could be included, improving UWB features like Handoff for transferring music from an iPhone to a HomePod and vice versa.

Big HomePod


Apple could also be planning an update to the full-sized HomePod, which would presumably get the same feature set as the ‌HomePod mini‌. The ‌HomePod‌ was last updated in January 2023, which is when Apple reintroduced the larger-size option.

Launch Date


We may not see a new ‌HomePod mini‌ until September 2027 when the updated version of ‌Siri‌ debuts in ‌iOS 27‌. The ‌Apple Intelligence‌ version of ‌Siri‌ is the backbone for several new home-focused Apple devices like a smart home hub and a new Apple TV that's in the works.
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]]> Aqara W200 Thermostat Launches With Apple Adaptive Temperature and Clean Energy Support https://www.macrumors.com/review/aqara-w200-thermostat/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/aqara-w200-thermostat-launches-with-apple-adaptive-temperature-and-clean-energy-support.2480606/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:26:30 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/review/aqara-w200-thermostat&post_date=1775607990/ Juli Clover Aqara Aqara today launched the Thermostat Hub W200, a new Matter-enabled thermostat that comes with several features that set it apart from existing smart thermostat options.


The W200 is Aqara's first thermostat created for North America, and I've been testing two of them for the last couple of months prior to launch. The W200 is a thermostat, but it's also a presence sensor and it serves as a hub for other Aqara and Matter devices with Thread and Zigbee integration.

Along with those features, the W200 supports Adaptive Temperature and Clean Energy Guidance, two HomeKit features that Apple added in iOS 26. Adaptive Temperature intelligently adjusts the thermostat when you leave the house, arrive back home, or sleep to save energy. Clean Energy Guidance adjusts electricity usage when energy sources are less clean, timing heating or cooling to use cleaner energy when possible.

The W200 has a squircle design with rounded edges, and it's a clean look that's more square than Ecobee and larger than Nest. The interface features large text for the temperature, and it displays the time when it's not active. The temperature can be controlled directly on the thermostat using the touchscreen, and all of the controls are also available in menus accessed with swipe gestures. The display does pick up fingerprints, and the fingerprints are noticeable on the glossy surface.


I replaced two Nest thermostats with the W200 thermostats from Aqara, and because they arrived just before I happened to have a HVAC checkup scheduled, I had them installed by the HVAC company I use. I could have self-installed and saved some money since I was going from one smart thermostat to another and the wiring was the same. Taking a picture of the existing wiring and mirroring that after swapping in the new thermostat would have worked fine. The worst part of swapping from Nest to the Aqara W200 was the different base plate shape. The W200 has a smaller base plate, so there are unpainted edges on the wall that I still haven't fixed.

I have two heat pumps, one that's single stage and one that's dual stage. The dual stage heat pump operates as single stage because it's controlled by the onboard computer, so there's nothing too fancy in my setup. The W200 works with heat pumps (electric and geo-thermal), along with furnaces, boilers, and other heat sources.

There's a mmWave radar in the W200 that recognizes when a person is in the room and when it is being approached. The display on the thermostat activates when someone comes close, and the sensor is also used for activating heating and cooling schedules through the Aqara app and for Adaptive Temperature based on whether someone is home, or even in the room the thermostat is in.

The Aqara app has its own smart schedules that can be enabled that are distinct from Adaptive Temperature, but you have to choose between Apple Home control or the Aqara app. I tried both, but preferred the Adaptive Temperature interface because it was less complicated. Adaptive Temperature is basically a home or away setting, while Aqara has different time of day options. You can choose neither and control the temperature manually, ask Siri to change the temperature, or set up ‌HomeKit‌ automations based on time of day or other ‌HomeKit‌ devices. There are a lot of control options, so the W200 will do what you need, whether that's something simple or a complicated schedule. You will need a full Apple Home setup with an Apple Matter hub (HomePod or Apple TV) to use the W200 with ‌HomeKit‌.


I don't know how often most people change their interior temperatures, but mine is typically static. I work from home and live in North Carolina, where it gets humid. In the summer, I have to run the AC to keep it from getting too humid for my wood floors, and in the winter, it at least has to be warm enough for my plants, and those things need to happen whether I'm home or not. Heat pumps are more efficient at a steady temperature, so I'm not doing things like turning down the heat at night. Adaptive Temperature and all the options for changing heating and cooling throughout the day are aimed at people who have furnaces and can make better use of the electricity savings, but I do appreciate the scheduling for occasions where I do need to adjust temperature frequently. If you have a system where time-based changes result in electricity savings, you'll get the most out of the W200.


Aqara could benefit from simplifying some of its products, but the company seems to focus on making a huge variety of options available so customers can pick and choose how they want to use a device. Aqara's smart locks support unlocking with fingerprints, NFC, smartphones, codes, and more, and that same versatility is available with the W200.


I did run into an issue with the W200 during testing, and it's still not resolved. The thermostat has a "Min Compressor Outdoor Working Temp" that can't be set below 20 degrees Fahrenheit. That suggests to me that it switches to auxiliary heat at that point, and that's not what I want it to be doing. Newer heat pumps for cold climates can operate below 20 degrees, and I want to minimize aux heating because mine is electric and expensive. I asked Aqara about this, and they suggested turning off the "Enable to work with heat pump" feature in the Aux settings, but their setup flow says to enable the aux and heat pump setting if the auxiliary heat is electric. The app says "Please follow the prompts to select, otherwise the machine will be damaged," when directing me to select aux heat settings, and since I am not an HVAC expert, I don't want to choose the wrong option.

The auxiliary heating and compressor temperature wording is unclear in the app and on the thermostat, and communicating with Aqara did not help. My HVAC tech said I might not want to use this thermostat because I can't set the compressor to continue to run at a lower temp. On an Ecobee thermostat, there is a setting to minimize auxiliary heat usage, and the compressor lockout can be disabled, but I don't have those settings on the W200. Aqara said the heat pump wording in the app will be updated in the future, but I'm still not sure the thermostat is giving users adequate control over heat pumps, so do some research before you choose it if you have a heat pump. We don't have a lot of days under 20 degrees here, and I wasn't able to test the thermostat at that temperature during the review period.


If you have other Aqara devices like a video doorbell or lock, the W200's display can show snaps from the video feed or unlock the door, plus it works with the Aqara Presence Multi-Sensor FP300 and Climate Sensor W100 for automating heating and cooling based on temperature readings and occupancy in different rooms of the house. It can also integrate with and control other Matter devices, but I use Apple Home for that so I don't need the Aqara hub to act as a Matter Controller.

Bottom Line


Compressor lockout and aux heating confusion aside, I had no other complaints about the W200. It worked as expected, was more reliable than my prior Nest thermostat, and added useful automation features. I think it's worth looking at as a HomeKit-compatible alternative to Ecobee if you want the latest Apple Home features like Adaptive Temperature.

How to Buy


The Thermostat Hub W200 can be purchased from Amazon for $160. A C-wire adapter is sold separately for $30 for setups that do not have a C-wire.

Note: Aqara provided MacRumors with two W200 thermostats for the purpose of this review. No other compensation was received.
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]]> Google Brings Vertical Tabs and Improved Reading Mode to Chrome https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/07/chrome-vertical-tabs/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/google-brings-vertical-tabs-and-improved-reading-mode-to-chrome.2480603/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:27:08 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/07/chrome-vertical-tabs/ Juli Clover Google Google Chrome updated its Chrome browser with support for vertical tabs, which are displayed in a sidebar instead of at the top of the browser.


The tab layout can be changed by right clicking on any Chrome window and choosing the "Show Tabs Vertically" option. Sidebar tabs feature full page titles and make it simple to organize tab groups.

Google has also added a new full-page interface for reading mode. Right clicking on a webpage and choosing the "Open in reading mode" option will remove distractions and initiate a full-page viewing experience rather than the current side panel default.

Google says the two new features are rolling out on the desktop version of Chrome starting today, so they should be available for all users soon.
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]]> 'Apple: The First 50 Years' is the Ultimate Apple Encyclopedia https://www.macrumors.com/review/apple-the-first-50-years-book/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-the-first-50-years-is-the-ultimate-apple-encyclopedia.2480600/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:11:11 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/review/apple-the-first-50-years-book&post_date=1775599864/ Joe Rossignol Apple 50th Anniversary David Pogue Apple: The First 50 Years. In the U.S., the hardcover book is regularly priced at $50, but it is currently on sale for around $35 on Amazon as of the time of this writing.


Published ahead of Apple's 50th anniversary on April 1, the 600-page book explores the first five decades of the company's history. Pogue interviewed 150 key people who shaped Apple into what it is today, including the company's co-founder Steve Wozniak, former CEO John Sculley, former design chief Jony Ive, and many others.

Here is the book's official description:
In time for Apple's 50th anniversary, CBS Sunday Morning correspondent David Pogue tells the iconic company's entire life story: how it was born, nearly died, was born again under Steve Jobs, and became, under CEO Tim Cook, the most valuable company in the world. The book features full-color photos, new facts that correct the record and illuminate its subversive culture, and fresh interviews with the legendary figures who shaped Apple into what it is today.
Pogue is a CBS Sunday Morning correspondent, and he spent many years writing about Apple and technology for The New York Times and Macworld.

Last month, publisher Simon & Schuster provided me with a copy of Apple: The First 50 Years, and I consider it to be the ultimate encyclopedia for all things Apple. While the book is very long, it is broken down into digestible sections, interspersed with 350 full-color photos, a map of key Apple-related locations in the Cupertino, California area, employee profiles, smaller stories and anecdotes, and more. You can easily flip back and forth through the book and focus in on topics that interest you the most.

While I have been closely following and writing about Apple for nearly 20 years, the book still includes many facts about the company that I did not know before, and Pogue delivers on his promise of surfacing some new details too.

If you want a comprehensive overview of Apple's history, this book earns my stamp of approval. The hardcover edition makes a great collectible.

Apple: The First 50 Years is available on Amazon, Apple Books, and elsewhere.

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