MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - All Stories https://www.macrumors.com Apple, iPhone, iPad, Mac News and Rumors Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:33:25 PDT en hourly 1 https://www.macrumors.com Prime Day Brings Major Deals on Headphones and Speakers From Popular Brands https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/24/prime-day-deals-headphones/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/prime-day-brings-major-deals-on-headphones-and-speakers-from-popular-brands.2484497/ Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:54:30 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/24/prime-day-deals-headphones/ Mitchel Broussard Deals Prime Day Apple products to TVs and monitors are in abundance. Below we're focusing on some of the best audio discounts you can find during Prime Day this year, from brands like Beats, Sony, Sonos, Soundcore, and more.

Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.

Of course, the best overall audio deal for Prime Day 2026 is on the AirPods Max 2. You can still get the Midnight color for the all-time low price of $399.00 today on Amazon, but we aren't sure how much longer this sale will last.

Shoppers should note that many sales during Amazon Prime Day require you to have an Amazon Prime membership to take advantage of the discounts. Amazon Prime costs $14.99 per month or $139.00 per year, and it comes with a 30-day free trial for new subscribers.

Special for 2026, Amazon is also offering 50% off Prime memberships for Young Adults. Prime for Young Adults is a discounted Prime membership for anyone age 18-24 that offers all of the Prime benefits at $69.00 per year, half of the price of regular Prime.

Beats



Amazon this week is discounting a collection of Beats headphones and speakers for Prime Day, including a new low price on the Powerbeats Pro 2. You can get this new 2025 model for $179.95 in all four colors, down from $249.99. This deal on the Powerbeats Pro 2 is being matched at Best Buy, along with a few other Beats deals.

UP TO 50% OFF
Beats Deals on Amazon


Sony




Sonos



The highlight of Prime Day deals for Sonos products is the Sonos Ace Headphones down to just $279.00, from $399.00. This is a new all-time low price on the over-ear headphones, beating the previous low by over $20.


Soundcore




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]]> Every New AirPods Feature in iOS 27 https://www.macrumors.com/guide/ios-27-airpods/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/every-new-airpods-feature-in-ios-27.2484494/ Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:58:08 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/guide/ios-27-airpods&post_date=1782334688/ Juli Clover AirPods AirPods Max AirPods Pro Featured iOS 27 iOS 27, the AirPods work with Siri AI, and there's a long-requested custom EQ option.

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Custom EQ


Apple resisted custom EQ for the AirPods for years, preferring to require users to stick with Apple's sound profiles. That's changing in ‌iOS 27‌, and there are finally adjustable equalizer settings.

When the AirPods are connected to an iPhone running ‌iOS 27‌ and have the latest firmware, custom EQ can be accessed by going to Settings > [AirPods Name] > Audio & Routing > Equalizer > Custom.

There are options for adjusting lows, mids, and highs.

Custom EQ is available for AirPods with an H2 chip, which includes the AirPods Pro 2, AirPods Pro 3, AirPods 4, and AirPods Max 2.

Redesigned Settings Menu


There's a more compact settings interface available when the AirPods are connected to an iPhone. It's still located under Settings > AirPods, but all of the AirPods features are better organized and easier to get to.

The Transparency, Noise Cancellation, and Adaptive modes are still accessible at the top of the screen for quick switching, but Apple also added a volume slider for adjusting sound in the same interface.

Instead of expanded menus for Hearing Health, Call Controls, and gestures, the options are organized into separate menus. Apple has logically aggregated controls into categories that include Audio & Routing, Hearing Health, Controls & Gestures, Live Translation, Accessibility, Battery, Find My, and Privacy.

Siri AI


The smarter version of ‌Siri‌, ‌Siri‌ AI, works on the AirPods through a connected iPhone. When you're wearing AirPods, you can ask ‌Siri‌ AI questions and make requests.

‌Siri‌ AI isn't a standalone feature on the AirPods, and it requires an iPhone that supports it. ‌Siri‌ AI has a long list of new capabilities, which are outlined in our Siri guide. Apple is rumored to be developing AirPods with cameras that will feed visual data to ‌Siri‌ AI, and the current integration is a precursor to that deeper feature set.

Precision Finding


The ‌AirPods Pro 3‌ charging case features Ultra Wideband (UWB), and it works with Precision Finding on the iPhone. With the update to ‌iOS 27‌ and watchOS 27, you can also use an Apple Watch for ‌AirPods Pro 3‌ Precision Finding.

GymKit Syncing


GymKit works with the iPhone in ‌iOS 27‌, and it can sync heart rate data collected from the ‌AirPods Pro 3‌ to gym equipment like treadmills and indoor bikes.

Accessibility


Apple added Name Recognition in ‌iOS 27‌, so users who are deaf or hard of hearing can be alerted if someone says their name. It's a feature that works with the AirPods Hearing Health options, and it supports more than 50 languages globally.

Compatibility


Some of the new AirPods features require an H2 chip, and for ‌Siri‌ AI, you'll need an Apple Intelligence-compatible iPhone. The Precision Finding and GymKit features are limited to ‌AirPods Pro 3‌.

Launch Date


The new AirPods features require ‌iOS 27‌ and updated AirPods firmware. Developers have access now, and Apple plans to release a public beta in July. ‌iOS 27‌ will launch in September alongside new iPhone models.
Related Roundups: AirPods 4, AirPods Max 2, AirPods Pro 3, iOS 27, iPadOS 27
Buyer's Guide: AirPods (Caution), AirPods Max (Buy Now), AirPods Pro (Neutral)
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]]> Prime Day Brings Huge Discounts to Every Apple Watch Model https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/24/prime-day-apple-watch-model/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/prime-day-brings-huge-discounts-to-every-apple-watch-model.2484493/ Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:39:10 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/24/prime-day-apple-watch-model/ Mitchel Broussard Deals Prime Day all-time low prices across the Apple Watch lineup, including Apple Watch Series 11 for $120 off, Apple Watch SE 3 for $50 off, and Apple Watch Ultra 3 for $150 off.

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Apple Watch Series 11


Amazon this week has all-time low prices on the Apple Watch Series 11, with $120 discounts across numerous models of the smartwatch. This sale includes a handful of GPS aluminum models on sale at record low prices.

$120 OFF
Apple Watch Series 11 (42mm GPS) for $279.00

$120 OFF
Apple Watch Series 11 (46mm GPS) for $309.00


You can get the 42mm GPS Apple Watch Series 11 for $279.00, down from $399.00, and the 46mm GPS model for $309.00, down from $429.00. On Amazon, you'll find three of the 42mm GPS models and three of the 46mm GPS models on sale at these all-time low prices.

Apple Watch SE 3


Amazon is also taking $50 off the Apple Watch SE 3, starting at $199.00 for the 40mm GPS model. These are matches of all-time low prices on the SE 3, and it's been over four months since we last tracked these prices on the wearable.

$50 OFF
40mm GPS Apple Watch SE 3 for $199.00

$50 OFF
44mm GPS Apple Watch SE 3 for $229.00


You can also get the 44mm GPS Apple Watch SE 3 on sale for $229.00, down from $279.00. Both the 40mm and 44mm GPS models are available in Midnight and Starlight Aluminum at these prices.

Apple Watch Ultra 3


Finally, Amazon is discounting a wide array of Apple Watch Ultra 3 models down to $649.00 for Prime Day, from $799.00. This is a new all-time low price on the 2025 smartwatch, beating the previous record low price by about $50, and it's available in both Natural and Black Titanium color options.

$150 OFF
Apple Watch Ultra 3 for $649.00


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]]> Best Prime Day TV Deals Feature Lowest Prices of the Year Across Top Brands https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/24/best-prime-day-tv-deals/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/best-prime-day-tv-deals-feature-lowest-prices-of-the-year-across-top-brands.2484490/ Wed, 24 Jun 2026 08:07:06 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/24/best-prime-day-tv-deals/ Mitchel Broussard Deals Prime Day Prime Day is in full swing this week, offering massive savings on everything from AirPods to MacBook Pro and much more. We've been keeping an eye on these Apple-related Prime Day discounts all week, but now we're also tracking great sales on other categories, including TVs.

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Below we've collected some of the best TV deals you can find during Prime Day, including those from Samsung, Sony, Hisense, LG, Panasonic, Toshiba, and more. Shoppers should remember that Prime Day sales are typically time sensitive, so purchase quickly if you're interested.

UP TO 50% OFF
Amazon Prime Day TV Deals


There are a few rival Prime Day TV discount events this year as well, including Sony's own four-day sale. During this event, you can get the 65-inch BRAVIA II Google TV for $2,299.99 at Crutchfield and direct through Sony, down from $2,599.99. You'll also find Sony's popular noise canceling headphones and more on sale at their best prices ever this week.

Shoppers should note that many sales during Amazon Prime Day require you to have an Amazon Prime membership to take advantage of the discounts. Amazon Prime costs $14.99 per month or $139.00 per year, and it comes with a 30-day free trial for new subscribers.

Special for 2026, Amazon is also offering 50% off Prime memberships for Young Adults. Prime for Young Adults is a discounted Prime membership for anyone age 18-24 that offers all of the Prime benefits at $69.00 per year, half of the price of regular Prime.

50-Inch TVs



60-Inch TVs



70-Inch TVs



80-Inch TVs




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]]> Prime Day Discounts Hit 2026 MacBook Pro With Up to $299 Off Select Models https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/24/prime-day-2026-macbook-pro/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/prime-day-discounts-hit-2026-macbook-pro-with-up-to-299-off-select-models.2484485/ Wed, 24 Jun 2026 07:26:15 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/24/prime-day-2026-macbook-pro/ Mitchel Broussard Deals Prime Day low prices on Apple's M5 Pro/M5 Max MacBook Pro for Prime Day, with up to $299 off select models. These join a few M5 MacBook Air Prime Day deals that we started tracking yesterday.

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Starting with the 14-inch models, you can get the 24GB/1TB M5 Pro MacBook Pro for $2,034.00, down from $2,199.00. The biggest overall savings this time around is on the 36GB/2TB model, available for $3,299.99, which is a $299 discount and all-time low price.

$165 OFF
14-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/1TB) for $2,034.00

$200 OFF
14-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/2TB) for $2,399.00

$299 OFF
14-inch M5 Max MacBook Pro (36GB/2TB) for $3,299.99


You can get up to $250 off the 16-inch MacBook Pro right now on Amazon, with the 24GB RAM/1TB M5 Pro model hitting a new all-time low price of $2,494.00, down from $2,699.00. Most of the MacBook Pro devices in this sale have an estimated delivery date of June 29 with free shipping.

$205 OFF
16-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/1TB) for $2,494.00

$242 OFF
16-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro (48GB/1TB) for $2,857.00

$250 OFF
16-inch M5 Max MacBook Pro (36GB/2TB) for $3,649.00


Shoppers should note that many sales during Amazon Prime Day require you to have an Amazon Prime membership to take advantage of the discounts. Amazon Prime costs $14.99 per month or $139.00 per year, and it comes with a 30-day free trial for new subscribers.

Special for 2026, Amazon is also offering 50% off Prime memberships for Young Adults. Prime for Young Adults is a discounted Prime membership for anyone age 18-24 that offers all of the Prime benefits at $69.00 per year, half of the price of regular Prime.

For even more Prime Day deals, be sure to visit our main article recapping all of the best Apple deals for Prime Day. If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week.



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]]> Apple Store in Ann Arbor, Michigan is Moving Soon https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/24/apple-store-in-ann-arbor-moving-soon/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-store-in-ann-arbor-michigan-is-moving-soon.2484487/ Wed, 24 Jun 2026 07:15:00 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/24/apple-store-in-ann-arbor-moving-soon/ Joe Rossignol Apple Store Apple's retail store at the Briarwood Mall in Ann Arbor, Michigan will be relocating to a larger space at the mall as early as the end of July, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.

Simon Property Group has been redeveloping a portion of the surface parking lot at the Briarwood Mall, and previous reports have indicated that Apple will be moving its store to this new mixed-use area.
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]]> This May Be Your Last Chance to Get AirPods Max 2 for $399 During Prime Day https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/24/last-chance-airpods-max-2/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/this-may-be-your-last-chance-to-get-airpods-max-2-for-399-during-prime-day.2484481/ Wed, 24 Jun 2026 07:03:00 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/24/last-chance-airpods-max-2/ Mitchel Broussard Deals Featured Prime Day $399.00, but it's now only available in the Midnight color option. This sale started out with every color on sale over the weekend, so this could be your last chance to get the headphones at this record low price this week.

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Free delivery has the AirPods Max 2 arriving around June 29, but Prime members should see same-day delivery options in many locations. You can also shop solid deals on the AirPods 4 and AirPods Pro 3 during Prime Day this year.

$150 OFF
AirPods Max 2 for $399.00


Shoppers should note that many sales during Amazon Prime Day require you to have an Amazon Prime membership to take advantage of the discounts. Amazon Prime costs $14.99 per month or $139.00 per year, and it comes with a 30-day free trial for new subscribers.

Special for 2026, Amazon is also offering 50% off Prime memberships for Young Adults. Prime for Young Adults is a discounted Prime membership for anyone age 18-24 that offers all of the Prime benefits at $69.00 per year, half of the price of regular Prime.

For even more Prime Day deals, be sure to visit our main article recapping all of the best Apple deals for Prime Day. If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week.



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]]> Foldable iPhone 'Ultra' Set for Production in July Despite Hinge Issues https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/24/foldable-iphone-ultra-set-for-production-july/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/foldable-iphone-ultra-set-for-production-in-july-despite-hinge-issues.2484480/ Wed, 24 Jun 2026 06:29:57 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/24/foldable-iphone-ultra-set-for-production-july/ Tim Hardwick Foldable iPhone The Elec The Elec.


Although some recent reports suggested the book-style device could be delayed due to hinge-related issues, the Korean outlet's sources indicate that Apple is still targeting a September launch as planned.

Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported in March that the new foldable iPhone won't ship to customers in the same September timeframe as the iPhone 18 Pro and ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ Max. A month later, Gurman said that the foldable iPhone remained on track for a September debut alongside the iPhone 18 Pro models, and that Apple is aiming to put it on sale at roughly the same time or slightly later.

Gurman noted at the time, however, that "the release is six months away and production has yet to ramp up" and "the timing isn't final."

The foldable iPhone will use a foldable 7.8-inch OLED panel supplied by Samsung. The display uses a newer design that eliminates one of the traditional screen layers and instead builds the color-filtering layer directly into the display stack, making the screen thinner, lighter, and more power-efficient.

The hinge will reportedly be supplied by Taiwan's Shin Zu Shing and U.S.-based Amphenol. Both companies are said to be providing hinges manufactured using 3D-printing techniques.

The Elec's latest sources said Apple did encounter some challenges with the hinge during testing. After undergoing durability tests involving millions of folds, the mechanism reportedly began producing slight "noise," while wider-than-expected manufacturing tolerances in parts of the assembly process contributed to higher defect rates. However, most of these issues have since been addressed, according to one Taiwan-based industry source cited by the outlet.

In addition to the inner display, the foldable iPhone is expected to feature a 5.5-inch cover display, as well as Apple's A20 chip and C2 modem, a Touch ID power button instead of Face ID, and two rear cameras, with pricing rumored at around $2,000. Apple's book-style foldable could launch as the "iPhone Ultra," as suggested by reports.
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]]> iPad Mini 7 Gets Rare $99 Discounts During Prime Day https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/24/ipad-mini-7-rare-99-discounts/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/ipad-mini-7-gets-rare-99-discounts-during-prime-day.2484479/ Wed, 24 Jun 2026 06:28:13 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/24/ipad-mini-7-rare-99-discounts/ Mitchel Broussard Deals Prime Day $399.99 for the 128GB Wi-Fi tablet, down from $499.00. It's been nearly three months since we last tracked prices this low on the iPad mini 7.

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Additionally, you can get the 256GB Wi-Fi iPad mini 7 for $499.99 and the 512GB Wi-Fi iPad mini 7 for $699.99, both $99 discounts and available in multiple colors. These sales are all solid second-best prices on the iPad mini 7.

$99 OFF
128GB Wi-Fi iPad mini 7 for $399.99

$99 OFF
256GB Wi-Fi iPad mini 7 for $499.99

$99 OFF
512GB Wi-Fi iPad mini 7 for $699.99


Shoppers should note that many sales during Amazon Prime Day require you to have an Amazon Prime membership to take advantage of the discounts. Amazon Prime costs $14.99 per month or $139.00 per year, and it comes with a 30-day free trial for new subscribers.

Special for 2026, Amazon is also offering 50% off Prime memberships for Young Adults. Prime for Young Adults is a discounted Prime membership for anyone age 18-24 that offers all of the Prime benefits at $69.00 per year, half of the price of regular Prime.

For even more Prime Day deals, be sure to visit our main article recapping all of the best Apple deals for Prime Day. If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week.



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]]> Prime Day 2026: Top Savings on Anker, Beats, TVs, and More Accessories https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/24/the-best-prime-day-deals-accessories-3/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/prime-day-2026-top-savings-on-anker-beats-tvs-and-more-accessories.2484477/ Wed, 24 Jun 2026 05:21:20 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/24/the-best-prime-day-deals-accessories-3/ Mitchel Broussard Deals Featured Prime Day best Apple-related product discounts that you can find on Amazon during Prime Day, and now we're focusing on third-party accessory markdowns during the event. In this article you'll find all the best accessories for charging, smart homes, smartphones, and more.

Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.

Shoppers should note that many sales during Amazon Prime Day require you to have an Amazon Prime membership to take advantage of the discounts. Amazon Prime costs $14.99 per month or $139.00 per year, and it comes with a 30-day free trial for new subscribers.

Special for 2026, Amazon is also offering 50% off Prime memberships for Young Adults. Prime for Young Adults is a discounted Prime membership for anyone age 18-24 that offers all of the Prime benefits at $69.00 per year, half of the price of regular Prime.

Anker



Anker's Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station is available for $99.74 on Amazon this week, down from $149.99. This is one of Anker's newest accessories, and Amazon's sale today is a new all-time low price on the device.

$49 OFF
Anker Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station for $99.74


The Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station features Qi2.2 support, which lets a compatible MagSafe ‌iPhone‌ charge at up to 25W. It's the same speed as Apple's ‌MagSafe‌ charger, and it is 10W faster than the standard Qi2 ‌MagSafe‌ chargers. You can also simultaneously charge an Apple Watch and AirPods with the device.

Wall Chargers



Wireless Chargers



Portable Chargers



Portable Power Stations



Docks




Monitors





Beats



Amazon this week is discounting a collection of Beats headphones and speakers for Prime Day, including a low price on the Powerbeats Pro 2. You can get this new 2025 model for $179.95 in all four colors, down from $249.99. This deal on the Powerbeats Pro 2 is being matched at Best Buy, along with a few other Beats deals.

UP TO 50% OFF
Beats Deals on Amazon



Amazon Devices



Of course, some of the best discounts can be found on Amazon's own line of products. This includes Kindle e-readers, Blink security cameras, Fire tablets, and more.



TVs





Jackery



Jackery's Prime Day deals include a large selection of portable power stations at big discounts.



Sonos



The highlight of Prime Day deals for Sonos products is the Sonos Ace Headphones down to just $279.00, from $399.00. This is a new all-time low price on the over-ear headphones, beating the previous low by over $20.



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]]> Apple Seemingly Killed Siri AI Waitlist Workaround in macOS 27 Beta 2 https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/24/apple-killed-siri-ai-waitlist-workaround/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-seemingly-killed-siri-ai-waitlist-workaround-in-macos-27-beta-2.2484476/ Wed, 24 Jun 2026 05:00:31 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/24/apple-killed-siri-ai-waitlist-workaround/ Tim Hardwick Siri

As we covered earlier this month, beta 1 testers can switch on the enhanced version of Siri straight away using a single Terminal command, effectively sidestepping Apple's waitlist.

However, many users who are running the second developer beta of macOS 27, which was released on Monday, are finding that the command does not work for them. Users who enabled Siri AI this way in the original beta are also reporting that they have been kicked back to the waitlist after updating.

Apple has not said anything about the reported change, but one possibility is that the entitlement check that the Terminal command taps into has been switched from a local feature flag to a server-validated state.

Apple could still be building out its server capacity for the redesigned Siri, which is why it is granting access to testers in batches as more comes online. It's likely the reason why the workaround is no longer working for some people.

In any case, if you applied the bypass trick in macOS 27 beta 1 and want to retain access, you probably won't want to update to beta 2.

Some users are suggesting alternative methods involving submitting Apple Intelligence feedback to accelerate approval, but the claims remain anecdotal, and at this point it may just be worth waiting in the queue. Apple appears to be granting access to new beta testers in a matter of days.

Siri AI is now a fully fledged chatbot, and can draw on personal context understanding to search across messages, emails, photos, and more. It can now get things done across apps thanks to even more system-wide app actions.

On Mac, ‌Siri‌ AI is also integrated into Spotlight and available via right-click context menus on any file or window.

Note that Siri AI remains unavailable in the EU on iPhone and iPad, but the limitation does not apply to the Mac.
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]]> iOS 27 Weather App: All the New Features https://www.macrumors.com/guide/ios-27-weather/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/ios-27-weather-app-all-the-new-features.2484457/ Tue, 23 Jun 2026 16:08:02 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/guide/ios-27-weather&post_date=1782266882/ Juli Clover Featured iOS 27 iOS 27 Weather app, but Apple did make improvements to the layout. It's now easier to see at-a-glance information for weather conditions.


Highlights


The top of the Weather app now has a Highlights section that shows you need-to-know weather information for the day.


Conditions


There are new views for the Conditions section of the main Weather app interface. In addition to viewing temperature and current condition on an hourly basis, you can toggle over to a precipitation or wind view.


Precipitation shows you an hour-by-hour chance of rain forecast, while wind displays a breakdown of wind speed.

10-Day View


The 10-day view also changes when you swap between the different condition options so you can see precipitation and wind overviews for the next 10 days without having to tap into a more detailed view.

Widgets


There's a new extra large size available for Home Screen widgets, which is applicable to the Weather app. You can set the Weather app to take up an entire app page.


More iOS 27 Features


There are a long list of new features in ‌iOS 27‌, with details available in our iOS 27 roundup.
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]]> Apple Releases Updated AirPods Beta Firmware With iOS 27 Features https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/23/apple-airpods-beta-firmware-2-ios-27/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-releases-updated-airpods-beta-firmware-with-ios-27-features.2484454/ Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:34:53 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/23/apple-airpods-beta-firmware-2-ios-27/ Juli Clover AirPods AirPods Pro Featured iOS 27 AirPods Pro 3, AirPods 4, and AirPods Max 2. The firmware is limited to developers at the current time, and it has a build number of 9A5304b.


In iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS Golden Gate, Apple is adding a new AirPods interface and support for custom EQ. AirPods are also compatible with the new Siri AI.

With iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS Tahoe, Apple added a beta firmware update installation option that's available from the AirPods settings interface when the AirPods are connected to an iPhone, iPad, or Mac, which facilitates beta testing.

Developers can use the beta option to turn on beta downloads.
Related Roundups: AirPods 4, AirPods Pro 3, iOS 27, iPadOS 27
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]]> Apple Invites App Gets Co-Hosting https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/23/apple-invites-app-gets-co-hosting/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-invites-app-gets-co-hosting.2484453/ Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:30:57 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/23/apple-invites-app-gets-co-hosting/ Juli Clover Apple Invites

There are also new event background options available, and hosts have the option to make invited guests visible to all attendees. Apple's notes for the update are below:


  • Cohosting is now available, letting you easily plan and manage your party with others.

  • New event backgrounds help set the mood for your next coffee catch-up, boba run, ice cream social, and more.

  • Hosts can now choose to make invited guests visible to all attendees.

  • This update contains bug fixes and performance improvements.



Apple introduced the Invites app in early 2024, and has continued to introduce updates since then. Invites is available on the iPhone and via iCloud, so invitations can be sent to anyone. Guests are able to RSVP from the iPhone app or from the web.
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]]> iOS 27 Wallet App Gets 7 New Features https://www.macrumors.com/guide/ios-27-wallet/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/ios-27-wallet-app-gets-7-new-features.2484452/ Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:32:19 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/guide/ios-27-wallet&post_date=1782253934/ Juli Clover iOS 27 iOS 27, and there are several upgrades to the Wallet app.


Pass Upgrades


Apple upgraded airline boarding passes in the Wallet app with iOS 26, and in ‌iOS 27‌, upgrades are coming to additional types of passes. Memberships, gift cards, loyalty cards, and rewards cards can use a bolder "Poster Generic" card style with full background images, primary logo, header fields, footer field, primary fields, and an optional barcode.


Each pass is able to include up to two actions that can be tapped from the bottom of the pass, such as getting directions to a venue or checking a rewards point balance.

Apple is also allowing users to check the pass issuer certificate to ensure that a digital pass is legitimate (not applicable to Create a Pass), and there are four new barcode types supported, including EAN–13, Code 39, Codabar, and ITF.

There is a new Pass Designer Mac app for developers that makes it easier to create a pass using a WYSIWYG editor.

Create a Pass


There's a "Create a Pass" feature in the Wallet app for adding tickets, memberships, and more using Visual Intelligence. If you have a ticket for an event and there's not a digital version available for the Wallet app already, you can create one using the physical pass.



You can scan a pass and add it with Visual Intelligence if there's a barcode or QR code, or a pass can be added manually. Pass templates include Standard, Membership, and Event.

Each type includes relevant information like name, location, or admission type, along with a scannable code drawn from an included barcode or QR code that you take a photo of. There are 12 background colors to choose from with different texture options, or seven custom backgrounds for categories like theater, music, sports, and movies.

Fields can be added or removed as needed when creating a custom pass, with options like label, date, membership, contact, coupon code, VIN, insurance, and more, so most physical cards are able to be stored digitally.

Hotel Keys


When you add a digital hotel key from a participating hotel to the Wallet app, you can now view more details about the trip. Hotels can provide updates on booked activities and allow access to different services.

AI Bill Splitting


Using the new Siri Mode in the Camera app, or a feature in the Messages and Wallet apps, you can take a photo of a bill and use Apple Intelligence to figure out what each person owes. ‌Visual Intelligence‌ scans the receipt and makes a digital copy of everything on the list, and each person can select what they consumed. Tax and tip portions are also calculated automatically.

Payments can be made using Apple Cash, which is a U.S.-only feature.

Insights


‌iOS 27‌ includes an "Insights" feature where you can add financial accounts to the Wallet app to monitor spending.



Insights is an expansion of the Connected Accounts feature in earlier versions of iOS, and it includes spending, recurring transactions, account balances, and more. It works for financial institutions that have implemented Connected Cards support, including several UK banks.

Order Tracking


Order tracking in the Wallet app is expanding to Australia and Canada in ‌iOS 27‌. In ‌iOS 26‌, it was limited to the United States and UK.

Tap to Share


Tap to Share is an ‌iOS 27‌ feature that lets customers connect to a participating merchant's iPhone for quicker digital checkout.

Device Requirements


‌Visual Intelligence‌ is an ‌Apple Intelligence‌ feature requiring an iPhone 15 Pro or newer. Many of the other features should work on all iPhones.
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]]> Apple Seeds watchOS 27 Beta 2 to Developers https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/23/apple-seeds-watchos-27-beta-2-to-developers/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-seeds-watchos-27-beta-2-to-developers.2484448/ Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:18:05 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/23/apple-seeds-watchos-27-beta-2-to-developers/ Juli Clover watchOS watchOS 27 to developers, with the update coming two weeks after the launch of the first beta.


The beta can be downloaded through the Watch app on the iPhone with a free developer account. The Apple Watch will need to be on the charger, connected to Wi-Fi, and have a battery level of 50 percent or above for new software to be installed. The beta is available for all Apple Watch models compatible with ‌watchOS 27‌ except for the Apple Watch Ultra 3.

‌watchOS 27‌ will include Siri AI, the smarter, more capable version of ‌Siri‌. ‌Siri‌ can hold back-and-forth conversations, plus it has access to general world knowledge and your personal data to answer questions and find information. ‌Siri‌ AI on Apple Watch requires an iPhone that supports Apple Intelligence, including the iPhone 15 Pro and later.

There's a new Dynamic app grid that highlights ‌Siri‌ suggested apps, and more intuitive Smart Stack Suggestions. You can find your parked car, see pinned messages, get noise alerts, and view identity and transit cards.

Liquid Glass has been updated to improve legibility, and Workout Buddy works on the Apple Watch even when an iPhone isn't nearby. Workout Buddy also gains new metrics like progressive increases to distance, pace, or duration. Apple added a new all-in-one Find My app with support for Precision Finding, and there are performance optimizations that improve battery life.

More on what's new in ‌watchOS 27‌ is available in our watchOS 27 roundup.
Related Roundups: watchOS 26, watchOS 27
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]]> The 10 Best Apple Prime Day Deals You Can Get for Under $100 https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/23/best-apple-prime-day-deals-under-100/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/the-10-best-apple-prime-day-deals-you-can-get-for-under-100.2484447/ Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:17:55 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/23/best-apple-prime-day-deals-under-100/ Mitchel Broussard Deals Prime Day Prime Day continues, we're highlighting all of the best Apple deals you can get for under $100 on Amazon. This includes AirPods, Apple Pencil Pro, AirTag, iPhone cases, USB-C chargers, and more.

Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.

You can find every Apple deal available during Prime Day in our dedicated post. Remember that you'll need an Amazon Prime membership to get Prime Day deals, and you can sign up for Prime on Amazon if you don't have the service yet.

$30 Or Under



In the cheapest category, you can get Apple's 20W USB-C Power Adapter for $14.99, down from $19.00, and the AirTag 1-Pack for $24.00, down from $29.00. This sale is on the new second generation AirTag model, and it's the first notable discount we've ever seen on this device.

$4 OFF
20W USB-C Power Adapter for $14.99

$5 OFF
AirTag 2 (1-Pack) for $24.00

$20 OFF
MagSafe Charger (2m) for $28.00


$50 Or Under



For accessories priced between $30 and $50, there are a few sales on Amazon for Prime Day. You can get the Apple Crossbody Strap in Black for $35.99, down from $59.00, plus numerous discounts on iPhone 17 model Silicone and TechWoven Cases.

$23 OFF
Apple Crossbody Strap for $35.99

$9 OFF
iPhone 17 Pro Silicone Case for $39.99

$20 OFF
35W Dual USB-C Power Adapter for $39.00

$15 OFF
FineWoven Wallet for $43.99


$100 Or Under



Lastly, we're tracking a few deals on Apple products that are just under $100 for Prime Day. You can get an AirTag 2 4-Pack for $89.00 ($10 off), an Apple Pencil Pro for $99.00 ($30 off), and AirPods 4 for $99.00 ($30 off).

$10 OFF
AirTag 2 (4-Pack) for $89.00

$30 OFF
AirPods 4 for $99.00

$30 OFF
Apple Pencil Pro for $99.00


If you're on the hunt for more Prime Day discounts, be sure to visit our big Prime Day post where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the event.



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]]> Apple Shares Video on How Pro Surfers Use Apple Watch During Competition https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/23/apple-watch-world-surf-league/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-shares-video-on-how-pro-surfers-use-apple-watch-during-competition.2484443/ Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:57:57 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/23/apple-watch-world-surf-league/ Juli Clover Apple Watch Apple Ads

Surfers can be hundreds of meters away from the beach during competitions and can't hear announcements over the sound of the water and the wind. The World Surf League has adopted the Apple Watch to solve the problem, linking the device to the scoring system. Surfers can get up-to-date information right on the watch.

"I know what it was like competing without this piece of technology," said professional surfer Lakey Peterson. "There's nothing more frustrating than being in a competitive heat without this piece of technology."

The Apple Watch makes sure surfers know how much time is left in a heat, who has priority, and what the score is. The watch is updated in real time, with surfer Isabella Nichols calling the information "crucial" to the outcome in a competition. Mateus Herdy said the watch vibrates when priority changes, so competitors don't even have to look at the screen.

"The Apple Watch has become part of our equipment," said Nichols. "It's like a surfboard or rashie."

The World Surf League hasn't lost an Apple Watch despite the intense conditions surfers put the device through. Surfers have worn the watch at dangerous surfing spots like Pipeline in Hawaii and Teahupo'o in Tahiti, and it has come out unscathed.

The video appears to be part of a new "Apple at Play" series. Apple previously had a partnership with the World Surf League, and the 2021 and 2022 championship tours were shown on Apple TV in the "Make or Break" docuseries.
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]]> Apple Faces New App Store Complaint From Chinese Developers https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/23/apple-faces-new-app-store-antitrust-complaint/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-faces-new-app-store-complaint-from-chinese-developers.2484440/ Tue, 23 Jun 2026 08:51:58 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/23/apple-faces-new-app-store-antitrust-complaint/ Hartley Charlton Apple Antitrust App Store China South China Morning Post App Store's commission rates, the South China Morning Post reports.


The developers sent an open letter to China's State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR), alleging that Apple failed to deliver on a promise to offer the lowest commission rate to the Chinese market. The group asked the SAMR to investigate and penalize Apple for allegedly abusing its market dominance to impose "unfair and excessively high" costs on local developers.

Apple currently charges a 25% commission on paid apps and in-app purchases in China, down from 30% after a cut made in March. The commission on subscription renewals, along with the rate for qualified developers in Apple's Small Business and Mini Apps Partner programs, was lowered to 12% from 15% at the same time.

The complaint follows a series of similar challenges to Apple's China ‌App Store‌ policies dating back nearly a decade. A Beijing law firm filed a complaint in 2017 over app removals and high fees, a Chinese consumer sued over ‌App Store‌ fees in 2021 (a claim ultimately rejected by a Shanghai court in 2024), and another Chinese law firm sued again in 2025.

The 48 developers point to Apple's recent moves elsewhere as evidence the company can do better. Apple lowered its Brazil commission last week to between 10% and 21% of a transaction, plus a 5% processing fee, while also letting Brazilian developers distribute iOS apps through other app marketplaces for a 5% fee. Apple made comparable adjustments in Japan late last year.

The developers want more than Brazil-style pricing. They argue that allowing third-party app stores in China, as Apple already does in the European Union under the Digital Markets Act, would push its effective commission down to as low as 5%.

Apple has faced mounting regulatory pressure over ‌App Store‌ fees worldwide in recent years. The company was fined €500 million ($572.2 million) last year for violating the EU's Digital Markets Act and has appealed the decision, while in the U.S. it has been ordered to allow external payment links following its legal fight with Epic Games. Apple said earlier this month that its ‌App Store‌ ecosystem generated more than $1.4 trillion in developer billings and sales in 2025, with China contributing the largest share at $562 billion.
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]]> Anker's 3-in-1 Foldable Wireless Charger Drops to $99.74 for Prime Day https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/23/ankers-wireless-charger-prime-day-2/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/ankers-3-in-1-foldable-wireless-charger-drops-to-99-74-for-prime-day.2484438/ Tue, 23 Jun 2026 08:22:25 PDT https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/23/ankers-wireless-charger-prime-day-2/ Mitchel Broussard Deals Featured Prime Day $99.74 on Amazon for Prime Day, down from $149.99. This is one of Anker's newest accessories, and Amazon's sale today is a new all-time low price.

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The Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station features Qi2.2 support, which lets a compatible MagSafe ‌iPhone‌ charge at up to 25W. It's the same speed as Apple's ‌MagSafe‌ charger, and it is 10W faster than the standard Qi2 ‌MagSafe‌ chargers. You can also simultaneously charge an Apple Watch and AirPods with the device.

$50 OFF
Anker Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station for $99.74


There are plenty of other Anker discounts happening on Amazon for Prime Day, including Anker's Prime 14-in-1 Docking Station for $319.99, down from $399.99. Below you'll find a list of the best Anker discounts on Amazon this week, also including wall chargers, portable chargers, and more.

$80 OFF
Anker Prime 14-in-1 Docking Station for $319.99

Wall Chargers



Wireless Chargers



Portable Chargers



Portable Power Stations



Docks




Shoppers should note that many sales during Amazon Prime Day require you to have an Amazon Prime membership to take advantage of the discounts. Amazon Prime costs $14.99 per month or $139.00 per year, and it comes with a 30-day free trial for new subscribers.

Special for 2026, Amazon is also offering 50% off Prime memberships for Young Adults. Prime for Young Adults is a discounted Prime membership for anyone age 18-24 that offers all of the Prime benefits at $69.00 per year, half of the price of regular Prime.

For even more Prime Day deals, be sure to visit our main article recapping all of the best Apple deals for Prime Day. If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week.



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