MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - All Stories https://www.macrumors.com Apple, iPhone, iPad, Mac News and Rumors Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:47:42 PDT en hourly 1 https://www.macrumors.com Apple Raises iPhone Prices in Japan https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/17/apple-raises-iphone-prices-in-japan/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-raises-iphone-prices-in-japan.2485560/ Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:47:42 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/17/apple-raises-iphone-prices-in-japan/ Joe Rossignol iPhone 17 iPhone 17 Pro iPhone 17e iPhone Air Japan raising prices on all Macs and iPads worldwide last month, Apple has now increased the price of iPhone models in Japan.


As spotted by the Spanish blog iPhoneros, the iPhone 16, iPhone 17e, iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max all received price increases on Apple's online store in Japan today. Prices increased by up to 11%.












































Model Previous Price New Price Increase
iPhone 17 Pro Max ¥194,800 ¥214,800 10.3%
iPhone 17 Pro ¥179,800 ¥194,800 8.3%
iPhone Air ¥159,800 ¥177,800 11.3%
iPhone 17 ¥129,800 ¥142,800 10%
iPhone 17e ¥99,800 ¥107,800 8%
iPhone 16 ¥114,800 ¥124,800 8.7%


Apple attributed the Mac and iPad price increases last month to the ongoing memory chip shortage, which has driven up chip prices. In this case, however, the increases are likely due to the Japanese yen's depreciation against the U.S. dollar over the past year.

Apple did not raise iPhone prices today in the U.S. or any other countries that we checked.

Apple also raised the prices of iCloud+ and Apple Music plans in many countries today, including Japan, so price increases are a theme this Friday.
Related Roundups: iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17e, iPhone Air
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Buyer's Guide: iPhone 17 (Neutral), iPhone 17 Pro (Caution), iPhone 17e (Neutral), iPhone Air (Neutral)
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]]> Apple Passed Nvidia to Become World's Most Valuable Company Again https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/17/apple-passed-nvidia-most-valuable-company/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-passed-nvidia-to-become-worlds-most-valuable-company-again.2485559/ Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:47:42 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/17/apple-passed-nvidia-most-valuable-company/ Joe Rossignol AAPL Nvidia Apple momentarily became the world's most valuable publicly traded company again today after its market valuation surpassed that of Nvidia, according to CNBC. However, the two companies have since traded places during today's session.

The price of Apple's stock has increased by around 20% since it closed at $275.15 on June 25, pushing the company's valuation to nearly $5 trillion. AAPL is now trading above the $332 mark on the intraday market.

Saudi Aramco technically remains the world's most valuable company, but it is often overlooked in this context because it is largely state-controlled.
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]]> Apple Raises iCloud+ Prices in 8 Countries https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/17/apple-icloud-plus-price-increase/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-raises-icloud-prices-in-8-countries.2485555/ Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:47:42 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/17/apple-icloud-plus-price-increase/ Juli Clover iCloud iCloud+ in Nigeria, Türkiye, Vietnam, Japan, Egypt, New Zealand, the Philippines, and Indonesia, according to an updated version of its iCloud support document.


Price increases range from 11 percent to 55 percent depending on the plan and the country. Nigeria saw the biggest hike, and a 50GB plan is now ₦1,300, up from ₦900. Türkiye saw the next largest increase, with a 50GB plan priced at 49.99 TL, up from 39.99 TL.

Apple has likely adjusted pricing due to currency fluctuations. The Japanese Yen has weakened over the past year, for example, and the dollar is up almost 10 percent against the yen. The Turkish Lira has also depreciated, increasing the value of the U.S. dollar.

A full list of price changes can be found on Apple's iCloud website. U.S. pricing has not changed, nor has pricing in any other country not listed above.

All Apple Accounts receive 5GB of free ‌iCloud‌ storage. Apple's ‌iCloud‌+ plans give users extra storage, as well as perks like Hide My Email, HomeKit Secure Video, and ‌iCloud‌ Private Relay.
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]]> Apple Music Now Costs $11.99 as Apple Increases Subscription Prices https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/17/apple-music-price-increase/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-music-now-costs-11-99-as-apple-increases-subscription-prices.2485554/ Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:47:42 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/17/apple-music-price-increase/ Juli Clover Featured Apple Music Apple Music and some Apple One subscription bundles. An individual ‌Apple Music‌ subscription is now $1 more expensive in the United States, going from $10.99 to $11.99 per month.


Pricing on the ‌Apple Music‌ Family plan increased by $3, increasing from $16.99 to $19.99. Student pricing is up $1, with the plan now priced at $6.99.

The price of the individual ‌Apple One‌ plan hasn't changed, but the Family and Premier plans have gone up $2. The Family plan is now $27.95 per month and the Premier plan is $39.95 per month. Apple has also raised prices in Brazil.

In a statement to Music Business Worldwide, Apple said it was raising prices due to the "result of ricing licensing costs." ‌Apple Music‌ prices were last increased in October 2022.
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]]> Apple and DOJ Hold Early Settlement Talks in iPhone Antitrust Case https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/17/apple-doj-antitrust-settlement/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-and-doj-hold-early-settlement-talks-in-iphone-antitrust-case.2485552/ Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:47:42 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/17/apple-doj-antitrust-settlement/ Juli Clover Apple Antitrust Apple vs. DoJ DOJ Apple Lawsuits Bloomberg. Apple has proposed several offers and is now in early settlement talks with the DOJ.


The DOJ sued Apple for antitrust violations in 2024 as part of an expansive antitrust investigation into major tech companies. The government accused Apple of getting customers "hooked" on its platform through a long-running history of anti-competitive behavior.

The lawsuit accused Apple of restricting "super apps" with broad capabilities, limiting cloud gaming, preferencing its own Messages app over third-party apps, and limiting the function of third-party digital wallets and smartwatches.

Since the lawsuit was filed in 2024, Apple policy changes have addressed many of the claims, weakening the DOJ's position.

While the talks are ongoing, Bloomberg says there's no guarantee an agreement will be reached. Apple attempted to have the lawsuit dismissed last year, but was unsuccessful. So far, no trial has been scheduled.
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]]> MacRumors Giveaway: Win a MacBook Neo Plus Color-Matched Satechi Accessories https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/17/macrumors-giveaway-satechi-macbook-neo/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/macrumors-giveaway-win-a-macbook-neo-plus-color-matched-satechi-accessories.2485550/ Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:47:42 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/17/macrumors-giveaway-satechi-macbook-neo/ Juli Clover Featured MacBook Neo Giveaway Satechi to offer MacRumors readers a chance to win a MacBook Neo and a set of color-matched MacBook Neo accessories to go along with it. A second-place winner will also get a set of Satechi's new accessories.


The MacBook Neo collection includes the $45 OntheGo 5-in–1 Multiport Adapter, the $45 USB-C Snap Hub, and the $30 Slim EX Wireless Mouse. All of the accessories come in Citrus, Blush, Indigo, and Silver to match the ‌MacBook Neo‌ color options.


Satechi's OntheGo 5-in–1 Multiport Adapter plugs into the USB-C port on the ‌MacBook Neo‌ and adds five additional ports. It has two USB-C ports, a 5Gb/s USB-A port, an HDMI port that supports up to a 4K 60Hz external display, and an SD card slot. One of the USB-C ports offers 60W passthrough charging and the other supports 5Gb/s data transfer speeds.

An included magnet lets it attach to a MagSafe iPhone or to the lid of the MacBook with a 3M adhesive magnet mount ring. The matching built-in USB-C cable is braided for durability, and it rolls up into the adapter, making it a compact travel option. It measures 2.57 inches in diameter and it's 0.87 inches thick.


Satechi's USB-C Snap Hub also adds ports, but it has a different design. It plugs into both of the ‌MacBook Neo‌ USB-C ports, expanding them into six connections. There are two USB-C ports, an HDMI port that supports a 4K 60Hz display, a 5Gb/s USB-A port, an SD card slot, and a microSD card slot. One USB-C port supports 45W passthrough charging, and the other offers 5Gb/s data transfer speeds.


The hub fits flush to the side of the ‌MacBook Neo‌, and it has a dual-material design. The top is an anodized aluminum that matches the ‌MacBook Neo‌'s body, while the base is a soft-touch ABS plastic meant to match the keyboard finish.


Satechi's Slim EX Wireless Mouse completes the collection, and it's made from color-matched aluminum. The mouse supports two Bluetooth channels and a 2.4GHz wireless connection, and it is able to work across macOS, iPadOS, Windows, and Android. It features quiet click switches and a precision-machined scroll wheel, plus there is a USB-C rechargeable, user-replaceable battery for longevity.


We have a ‌MacBook Neo‌ and a Satechi accessory set to go along with it for one lucky MacRumors reader, and a second winner will get the ‌MacBook Neo‌ accessory kit. To enter to win, use the widget below and enter an email address. Email addresses will be used solely for contact purposes to reach the winner(s) and send the prize(s). You can earn additional entries by subscribing to our weekly newsletter, subscribing to our YouTube channel, following us on Twitter, following us on Instagram, following us on Threads, or visiting the MacRumors Facebook page.

Due to the complexities of international laws regarding giveaways, only U.S. residents who are 18 years or older, UK residents who are 18 years or older, and Canadian residents who have reached the age of majority in their province or territory are eligible to enter. All federal, state, provincial, and/or local taxes, fees, and surcharges are the sole responsibility of the prize winner. To offer feedback or get more information on the giveaway restrictions, please refer to our Site Feedback section, as that is where discussion of the rules will be redirected.


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]]> iPhone 18 Pro Launching in Two Months With These 12 New Features https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/17/iphone-18-pro-12-rumored-features/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/iphone-18-pro-launching-in-two-months-with-these-12-new-features.2485551/ Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:47:42 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/17/iphone-18-pro-12-rumored-features/ Joe Rossignol iPhone 18 Pro

Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and a foldable "iPhone Ultra" in the first half of September, and the devices should be released in the second half of the month. The regular iPhone 18, a lower-end iPhone 18e, and a second-generation iPhone Air will reportedly be announced around March 2027.

Below, we have recapped 12 features rumored for the iPhone 18 Pro models, as of July:
  • Smaller Dynamic Island: It has been rumored that Face ID's flood illuminator will be moved under the screen on the iPhone 18 Pro models, paving the way for a smaller Dynamic Island on the devices.

  • LTPO+ Displays: The next Pro models are expected to have the same overall design as the iPhone 17 Pro models, including 6.3-inch and 6.9-inch display sizes and a "plateau" housing three rear cameras. However, the displays will reportedly use so-called LTPO+ display technology, which should contribute to longer battery life.

  • Variable Aperture: The main 48-megapixel Fusion camera on both iPhone 18 Pro models is rumored to have a variable aperture, 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.

  • A20 Pro Chip: Apple's next-generation A20 Pro chip is expected to use TSMC's first-generation 2nm process, whereas the A19 Pro chip is 3nm. With a 2nm architecture and a new packaging design, the A20 Pro chip should deliver solid year-over-year performance and power efficiency gains.

  • C2 Modem: 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.

  • 5G via Satellite: With the C2 modem, the iPhone 18 Pro models will reportedly support 5G via satellite for web browsing without Wi-Fi or cellular connectivity.

  • N2 Chip: 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.

  • Dark Cherry: The special color for the iPhone 18 Pro models will reportedly be Dark Cherry, alongside Light Blue, Dark Gray, and Silver. The existing Cosmic Orange and Deep Blue colors are expected to be discontinued.

  • Simplified Camera Control: Apple is expected to simplify the Camera Control button on the iPhone 18 Pro models, by removing touch sensitivity and haptic feedback. The redesigned button will only have pressure sensitivity.

  • Redesigned Rear Ceramic Shield: The rear Ceramic Shield area for MagSafe is rumored to feature a more frosted and seamless appearance on the iPhone 18 Pro models compared to the current two-tone design.

  • Larger Battery (iPhone 18 Pro Max): According to alleged Chinese regulatory database filings, the iPhone 18 Pro Max will have nearly a 10% larger battery compared to the iPhone 17 Pro Max.

  • Thicker Design (iPhone 18 Pro Max): It has been rumored that the iPhone 18 Pro Max will be thicker than both the iPhone 17 Pro Max and the iPhone 18 Pro.
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]]> iPhone Loyalty Rate Climbs to 87% as Switching to Android Slows https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/17/iphone-loyalty-rate-climbs-to-87/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/iphone-loyalty-rate-climbs-to-87-as-switching-to-android-slows.2485546/ Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:47:42 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/17/iphone-loyalty-rate-climbs-to-87/ Hartley Charlton Android CIRP

CIRP's latest quarterly survey found that just 12% of new iPhone buyers in the March quarter had come over from an Android phone, with the remaining 1% arriving from a feature phone, a different smartphone platform, or buying a smartphone for the first time. That puts loyalty three percentage points above the same quarter a year earlier, when 14% of buyers switched from Android and the overall loyalty figure sat at 84%.

The firm has been tracking this movement for years by asking iPhone buyers what device they owned right before their purchase, among other questions about how they shop. Across the periods it measured recently, the share of buyers coming from Android has held in a fairly narrow 11% to 15% band, a much smaller pool of switchers than in the iPhone's early years, when Apple was still expanding beyond AT&T to other U.S. carriers and picking up large numbers of new users in the process.

The trend held steady in early 2024 too, when 13% of buyers arrived from Android and loyalty came in at 85%. CIRP's numbers suggest the bulk of smartphone owners settled on a platform long ago, and only a small slice change sides each year. This is a pattern other recent surveys have pointed to as well, even if their methodology and figures differ from CIRP's.

Apple will roll out Siri AI, its overhauled AI assistant, in iOS 27 later this year, which could help retain existing iPhone owners. Attracting Android converts is a separate challenge, though Apple's upcoming foldable iPhone will introduce a new form factor that may appeal to some existing Android foldable owners.
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]]> The MacRumors Show: iPhone XX? Next Year's Major Upgrades Will Change Everything https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/17/the-macrumors-show-iphone-xx/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/the-macrumors-show-iphone-xx-next-years-major-upgrades-will-change-everything.2485544/ Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:47:42 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/17/the-macrumors-show-iphone-xx/ Hartley Charlton Featured The MacRumors Show The MacRumors Show looks ahead to the 20th anniversary iPhone, the radically redesigned model that Apple is expected to launch in 2027.

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Apple's plans for the device's name remain unclear. The company skipped "iPhone 9" and moved straight to the iPhone X for the device's 10th anniversary in 2017, and it is widely expected to skip "iPhone 19" in the same way. Rumors have referred to the 2027 models as both the "iPhone 20" and the "iPhone XX" as placeholder names, and it is still possible that they will sit above the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max as a separate, higher-tier directly, even though they are more likely to replace them as usual. Apple has reset iPhone branding before with the iPhone Air, whose successor is expected to be the iPhone Air 2.

The 2027 iPhone is rumored to be the biggest redesign since the iPhone X. Apple is reportedly aiming for a near bezel-less design with curved glass that wraps around all four edges and a return to a glass back, in line with the single slab of glass that former design chief Jony Ive long described as a goal. The frame is said to be a thin polished band, potentially in a material other than the aluminum used on Apple's straight-edged models, with the display curving onto the sides rather than following one consistent curve.

Displays that curve down the sides can be prone to accidental touches, an issue seen on earlier Android handsets with waterfall edges, though Apple is expected to engineer the device to work with a case. The extent of the curvature, and how far the display appears to refract at the edges, is not yet clear.

Apple reportedly wants a front with no cutouts, but some of the under-display technology is unlikely to be ready in time, meaning some form of front-facing cutout is expected to persist. Current reporting points to a gradually shrinking Dynamic Island, Face ID components moving beneath the panel, and an under-display camera arriving last, since image quality still degrades when a lens sits behind the display.

Apple is also rumored to be revisiting solid-state haptic buttons, reviving the "Project Bongo" effort that reached prototype hardware years ago before being shelved. Reports have cited several potential motivations, including a cleaner frame with no moving parts, a reduction in the mechanical button failures that account for many AppleCare repairs, and additional internal space for a larger battery or additional haptic engine.

Apple is reported to be developing a custom image sensor that would replace the Sony sensors currently used across the iPhone lineup, following the company's move to bring its silicon, modem, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth chips in-house. The rear camera plateau is likely to remain, owing to the space required by the folded optics used for the telephoto lens.

The anniversary models are expected to share a second-generation 2-nanometer A21 chip, along with efficiency gains and a newer Apple modem. A 6,000mAh battery has appeared in some rumors, though it is unclear whether that figure is based on supply chain information.

Reverse wireless charging appeared in the same report and would let the iPhone top up accessories such as AirPods or an Apple Watch. The underlying hardware is already present, since iPhones can charge a MagSafe battery pack through their wireless coil, but Apple has never enabled the capability for other devices, a feature Samsung has offered on its phones for several years. Its viability on the anniversary model may depend on the larger battery and efficiency gains rumored for the device, given how much charge reverse wireless charging draws from the handset itself.

This year's ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ models are rumored to be a more modest update, with the larger redesign reserved for the 20th anniversary model. It is expected to arrive in the fall of 2027, following the iPhone 18, iPhone 18e, and ‌iPhone Air‌ 2 in the spring. The MacRumors Show has its own YouTube channel, so make sure you're subscribed to keep up with new episodes and clips.

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]]> Apple and Google Hit With Demand to Pull AI 'Nudify' Apps https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/17/demand-to-pull-nudify-apps/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-and-google-hit-with-demand-to-pull-ai-nudify-apps.2485542/ Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:47:42 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/17/demand-to-pull-nudify-apps/ Hartley Charlton No Ads Google Wired WIRED.


The letters, sent on Thursday, target eight apps on the App Store and five on the Play Store that market themselves as face-swapping tools but are used to "undress" photos of real people. The attorney's office wants both companies to cut ties with the developers and stop taking a cut of in-app payments, arguing they are effectively "aiding and abetting" the sale of explicit deepfake images. The attorney called the practice "illegal, harmful, and completely unacceptable" and believes Apple and Google have collected millions in fees from the apps.

Both companies have developer rules against pornography and have removed batches of nudify apps in the past after being flagged by researchers. A Google spokesperson told WIRED that the company has deleted "hundreds" of apps with nudifying features for policy violations, including the five named in the letters. In June, it emerged that Apple had already tightened its ‌App Store‌ guideline language on developer responsibility for pornographic content.
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]]> Apple Watch Series 11 Drops to $299, MacBook Pro Up to $500 Off in Latest Apple Deals https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/17/best-apple-deals-of-the-week-7-17-26/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-watch-series-11-drops-to-299-macbook-pro-up-to-500-off-in-latest-apple-deals.2485534/ Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:47:42 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/17/best-apple-deals-of-the-week-7-17-26/ Mitchel Broussard Deals Featured
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Amazon's prices on the 2026 MacBook Pro have now joined in on Apple's recent price hikes, meaning we're no longer tracking pre-hike markdowns on these devices. However, there are still notable sales to be found if you're shopping for a MacBook Pro this month, with up to $500 off new prices available right now on Amazon.

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Amazon this week has low prices on the Apple Watch Series 11, with $100 discounts across numerous models of the smartwatch. This sale includes a handful of 42mm and 46mm GPS aluminum models, but cellular devices are a bit more rare this time around.

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Anker's popular Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station has dropped to $99.74 on Amazon, down from $149.99. This is one of Anker's newest accessories, and Amazon's sale today is a match of the all-time low price that we last tracked during Prime Day. There are plenty of other Anker accessories on sale this week, which you can find in our original post.

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]]> iOS 27: Access the New iPhone Recovery Screen https://www.macrumors.com/how-to/ios-27-access-the-new-iphone-recovery-screen/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/ios-27-access-the-new-iphone-recovery-screen.2485532/ Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:47:42 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/how-to/ios-27-access-the-new-iphone-recovery-screen&post_date=1784303405/ Tim Hardwick iOS 27 Recovery Assistant, with no Mac or PC required. However, you could only get there if your device failed to start up and dropped into recovery on its own.


In iOS 27, currently in beta, Apple has removed that limitation, and you can now manually boot into a Mac-style recovery screen whenever you like.

The new recovery mode lets you troubleshoot, update, or erase your device without necessarily plugging it into anything. It can connect automatically to a known Wi-Fi network, and it shows your battery percentage in the corner of the screen. Here's how to access it.

How to Boot Into Recovery Mode


Accessing the recovery mode is similar to the equivalent mode on Apple silicon Macs, and it works the same way on iPads running iPadOS 27.

  1. Turn off your iPhone, then wait about a minute to ensure it has fully shut down.

  2. Press and hold the Side button. The Apple logo will appear as it normally does during startup – continue holding the button and you'll see "Continue holding for recovery...".

  3. Release the button when "Loading recovery options..." appears.

Your iPhone will then boot into the new recovery screen instead of loading iOS.


What the Recovery Options Do


The recovery screen offers five options:

  • Recovery Assistant: Automatically scans for software issues and attempts to fix them without requiring further input.

  • Software Update: Installs the latest version of iOS available for your device, which can help if a failed update has left your iPhone stuck in a boot loop.

  • Diagnostics Mode: Runs diagnostics to check for hardware and software issues, and can recommend repairs if needed.

  • Erase All Content and Settings: Completely wipes your iPhone, just like the equivalent option in the Settings app.

  • Recovery Mode: Puts your iPhone into the traditional recovery mode for restoring it with a Mac or PC, without requiring the usual button-press sequence.

On newer iPhone models, there's also a sixth hidden option. While on the recovery screen, if you press and hold the Side button again, a popup menu will appear showing the option Nearby Device Recovery. This lets you restore your iPhone using another Apple device close by, similar to an existing recovery feature that debuted on iPhone 16 models.

Exiting the Recovery Screen


To leave recovery mode, tap the power button in the top-right corner of the screen and confirm that you want to restart. Alternatively, press and hold the physical Side button and choose Restart or Shut Down.

You shouldn't need the new recovery screen often, but it's worth knowing the button sequence now in case a beta goes wrong or a failed update bricks your iPhone. iOS 27 is currently in public beta, so you can download and try it out now before it's released in the fall.
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]]> Apple Car Key Support Coming to Future GWM Tank SUVs https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/17/apple-car-key-support-gwm-tank-suvs/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-car-key-support-coming-to-future-gwm-tank-suvs.2485531/ Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:47:42 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/17/apple-car-key-support-gwm-tank-suvs/ Tim Hardwick iPhone Car Keys MacRumors in Apple's Wallet app backend.


GWM Tank is a dedicated off-road luxury SUV brand produced by the Chinese automaker.

Car Keys allows an iPhone or Apple Watch with NFC capabilities to unlock a vehicle through the Wallet app. A digital version of a car key is stored in Wallet, and unlocking can be done simply by holding an Apple Watch or ‌iPhone‌ near a compatible vehicle's NFC reader.

What can be done with Car Keys may vary by car manufacturer, but at a minimum, Car Keys can be used to unlock your car, lock your car, and start your car, which are the features available with a physical key.

Apple introduced Car Keys in 2022, and car manufacturers like BMW, Rivian, Kia, and Hyundai have all implemented support for Car Keys. Apple maintains a full list of vehicles that support Car Keys on its CarPlay model availability webpage.
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]]> WhatsApp Begins Rolling Out New Username Feature https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/17/whatsapp-rolling-out-new-username-feature/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/whatsapp-begins-rolling-out-new-username-feature.2485530/ Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:47:42 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/17/whatsapp-rolling-out-new-username-feature/ Tim Hardwick WhatsApp WhatsApp has started rolling out its new username feature, reports WABetaInfo. Some users who reserved their username have started receiving a notification that their username is active, and that they can now use it to send and receive messages to other users without revealing their phone number.

When someone creates a username, WhatsApp will notify people who already have an active chat with that person. WhatsApp has no directory of usernames to browse, and no username discovery suggestions, so people will need to know a WhatsApp user's exact username to send a message.
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]]> Report: Apple Sends Legal Letters to Dozens of OpenAI Employees https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/17/apple-sends-legal-letters-openai/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/report-apple-sends-legal-letters-to-dozens-of-openai-employees.2485525/ Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:47:42 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/17/apple-sends-legal-letters-openai/ Tim Hardwick Financial Times Apple Lawsuits OpenAI

The Financial Times ($) reports that Apple has targeted around 40 former employees with legal preservation letters, acting on its belief that the alleged misappropriation of confidential information may extend beyond the individuals named in its original complaint.

The development follows Apple's lawsuit filed last week against OpenAI, in which the company alleges a coordinated effort to obtain confidential information relating to its hardware engineering and product development.

Apple claims OpenAI recruited key engineers, including former Apple executives Tang Tan and Chang Liu, and benefited from proprietary designs, manufacturing processes, and other trade secrets. Tan is OpenAI's Chief Hardware Officer and a 24-year Apple veteran who led product design, while Liu is on the hardware team at OpenAI after working as a senior system electrical engineer at Apple.

The complaint says that more than 400 former Apple employees now work at OpenAI and suggests that the alleged misconduct is broader than a few isolated actions by individual employees. OpenAI has denied the allegations, saying in a statement to Bloomberg this week that it is "not aware of any evidence that this complaint has merit."

Apple has requested an injunction requiring OpenAI to cease using any Apple information during the development of OpenAI's AI hardware device. Apple is also seeking damages and suing Tan and Liu for breach of contract for violating their employment agreements. The company believes the evidence uncovered so far may represent only the "tip of the iceberg," according to its lawsuit.
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]]> EU Orders Google to Give Rival AI Apps the Same Android Access as Gemini https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/16/eu-google-ai-apps-android-access/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/eu-orders-google-to-give-rival-ai-apps-the-same-android-access-as-gemini.2485513/ Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:47:42 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/16/eu-google-ai-apps-android-access/ Juli Clover Android European Commission European Union Google formally ordered Google to give third-party AI services the same access to Android device features that Gemini has. Europe's Digital Markets Act requires software makers like Apple and Google to grant equal interoperability to third-party apps and services, and the EC is enforcing it.


DMA interoperability rules are why Siri AI won't be available in the European Union when iOS 27 launches. While Apple tried to work out an agreement with regulators before launching ‌Siri‌ AI in Europe, Google did the opposite. Instead of asking, Google just launched Gemini integration on Android and opted to deal with the consequences afterward. Google's strategy gives Android users in Europe full Gemini access while it works on compliance with the DMA.

The European Commission is giving Google a full year to implement changes that will meet the Digital Markets Act requirements, and that's before any legal appeals Google might make.

The European Commission is making many of the same demands of Google that it made of Apple. Google must allow AI apps to access 11 features, such as:

  • AI services must be accessible through voice commands like "Hey Google" or through access points like the home button or another activation button.

  • AI services must be able to complete actions in and across apps, including completing long-running tasks in the background.

  • Google must allow AI services to access context from apps and device sensors so AI can offer proactive services and anticipate user needs.

  • Google has to give AI apps sufficient hardware and software resources, including access to its on-device AI models to execute tasks.


Google is required to implement the majority of the European Commission's changes by August 1, 2027.

Shortly after announcing ‌Siri‌ AI, Apple said EU regulators would not accept any of its proposed solutions to introduce the feature, and refused to engage on options that "preserve privacy and security." Apple wanted to use a Trusted System Agent that would allow third-party virtual assistants to safely access the same device capabilities as ‌Siri‌ AI.

Apple said the Digital Markets Act would require it to give any AI system "nearly unlimited access to a user's device," along with the ability to act on that information autonomously.

The European Commission claims Apple was "unable to develop interoperability solutions that meet essential EU privacy and security standards" and instead asked for a blanket exemption from the interoperability requirements, which the EC did not grant.

In response to the EC's mandate, Google said the requirements "risk undermining vital privacy and security guardrails for millions of Europeans." Google hasn't given information on its next steps, but it says it plans to "continue advocating for a balanced approach that protects privacy and security while supporting market goals."
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]]> Google Search Now Connects to Instacart, Canva and YouTube Music https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/16/google-search-app-connectors/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/google-search-now-connects-to-instacart-canva-and-youtube-music.2485506/ Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:47:42 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/16/google-search-app-connectors/ Juli Clover Google

Instacart, YouTube Music, and Canva can be connected, and Google explains how the integrations can be useful:

  • Instacart - If you're using AI Mode to help you plan a grocery list, ingredients can be added right to an Instacart shopping cart for quick ordering.

  • Canva - If you're creating a flyer, you can get template options from Canva.

  • YouTube Music - You can use AI Mode to curate a playlist and save it to YouTube Music.


Instacart, Canva, and YouTube Music are the only apps that can be connected right now, but Google may add more in the future. Connected apps were previously available in Gemini, but the feature set is now being expanded to Search.

Connecting apps is limited to AI Mode in the United States, in English. Once an app is connected, users are able to access new features when making a request in Google Search AI Mode. Connected apps can be used in Search both on the desktop and through the Google Search iOS app.

Google suggests users turn on history and personalized recommendations to improve the Google Search experience. Google says it uses people's interactions with Search and the new AI features to develop and improve generative AI experiences.
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]]> Roblox is Adding AI Game Creation to iPhone and iPad https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/16/roblox-ai-game-creation/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/roblox-is-adding-ai-game-creation-to-iphone-and-ipad.2485503/ Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:47:42 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/16/roblox-ai-game-creation/ Juli Clover Roblox adding a new Build tool that will let iPhone and iPad users create games using AI.


With the mobile-first Build option, Roblox users can write a text-based prompt and have AI turn it into a basic game. A single prompt will create a starting point that can be expanded with playtesting and further commands. The entire game-making process, from creation to uploading on the Roblox platform, can be done on a mobile device.

Right now, creating a game in Roblox requires a Mac or PC app, but Build will extend game creation to mobile users too. Roblox is also adding new AI creation tools to Roblox Studio, its desktop game creation software. Content created using the Build tool can be iterated on with Studio.

Roblox Build is set to roll out to the Roblox mobile app on July 28, beginning with a public alpha test for users in New Zealand. Build will roll out to additional regions in the coming months as Roblox improves the experience.

Roblox has 132 million daily active users, and user-created games like Brookhaven RP, Adopt Me, and Dress to Impress have been wildly popular.
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]]> 1Password for Claude Lets AI Log In Without Seeing Your Passwords https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/16/1password-claude-integration/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/1password-for-claude-lets-ai-log-in-without-seeing-your-passwords.2485498/ Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:47:42 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/16/1password-claude-integration/ Juli Clover 1Password Anthropic added Claude support, which means AI service Claude can access credentials stored in 1Password for completing browser tasks.


With the integration, Claude can use 1Password logins and one-time codes without the actual password being exposed to Claude. Passwords never reach Claude's context, memory, or Anthropic's systems.

When Claude wants to sign in to a website, 1Password shows the user which credential Claude wants access to and why. After the user approves the request, 1Password adds the credential directly to the page. Access is limited to the current task and ends when the task has been completed. The 1Password team says that after a password is autofilled, the app checks to make sure secrets were not exposed on the page.


Credit cards and identities in 1Password are not supported at the current time, so Claude's access is limited to logins and one-time codes.

The 1Password browser extension is also being updated with Agentic Mode, which gives users control over browser-based AI agents. When an AI agent takes over, the 1Password extension locks down so passwords are not exposed. The password interface is hidden, and the agent can use logins and one-time codes only when the user gives approval. Agentic Mode works to protect passwords from AI agents even if the integration is not set up.

1Password for Claude is available for Mac, and 1Password business, family, and individual plan subscribers can use it. A Pro, Max, Team, or Enterprise Claude plan is required. 1Password has a help document with detailed information on how to set it up.

Claude can use 1Password logins across sites where Claude in Chrome can complete actions. The 1Password desktop app and browser extension are required, as are the Claude desktop app and the Claude in Chrome browser extension.
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]]> Apple Sued Over Reported 'Hide My Email' Flaw https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/16/apple-sued-over-reported-hide-my-email-flaw/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-sued-over-reported-hide-my-email-flaw.2485497/ Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:47:42 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/07/16/apple-sued-over-reported-hide-my-email-flaw/ Joe Rossignol Apple Lawsuits Apple this week was sued over a reported "Hide My Email" flaw that could expose a user's real email address. The proposed class action lawsuit alleges that Apple violated California's false advertising law and other consumer protection statutes by knowingly offering a feature that does not work as advertised.

A security researcher disclosed the apparent "Hide My Email" vulnerability to Apple in June 2025, but there are no known instances of it being exploited, as the steps involved have not been shared with the public as a precaution.
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