MacRumors: Mac News and Rumors - All Stories https://www.macrumors.com Apple, iPhone, iPad, Mac News and Rumors Fri, 13 Nov 2026 15:48:05 +0000 en hourly 1 https://www.macrumors.com HomeView in Québec: Apple Says Canadian French Support to Arrive in Software Update https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/13/homeview-quebec-canadian-french/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/homeview-in-québec-apple-says-canadian-french-support-to-arrive-in-software-update.2494335/ Fri, 13 Nov 2026 15:26:09 +0000 https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/13/homeview-quebec-canadian-french/ Joe Rossignol HomeView No Linkback Apple's new HomeView smart home display is available starting today. If you use Canadian French, which is most widely spoken in Québec, Apple today reiterated that the HomeView will be gaining support for the regional language in a future software update, but it did not provide a timeframe for the update's release.
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]]> Apple Says HomeView Sets New Record in Design-Focused Interview https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/13/apple-says-homeview-sets-new-record/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-says-homeview-sets-new-record-in-design-focused-interview.2494330/ Fri, 13 Nov 2026 15:20:09 +0000 https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/13/apple-says-homeview-sets-new-record/ Joe Rossignol HomeView TechRadar's Jacob Krol interviewed Apple's Vice President of Hardware Engineering Matthew Costello about Apple's all-new HomeView smart home display, which is available starting today. The discussion was largely focused on the HomeView's design, with Costello touching on the device achieving a display-related record for Apple products.


Specifically, the HomeView's display brightness can automatically go down to just 0.3 nits, which is a record low for any Apple product. This ultra-low brightness makes the HomeView especially ideal for a bedside table at night.

"I really love the fact that this is the lowest light performance we've ever engineered into a product, so it's down to 0.3 nits," said Costello.

"So officially, I represent the most dim product ever inside of Apple," he quipped.

For comparison, some other Apple products like the latest iPhones and iPad mini are advertised as having a minimum 1-nit display brightness.

HomeView's maximum display brightness is 500 nits.

Unsurprisingly, Costello said the HomeView is designed for the home (truly shocking) and Siri AI.

"It really was constructed around Siri," he said.

"We really custom-built this user interface for the home, so the apps and experiences that matter most in the home setting are really front and center," he added.

"There's no logging in, logging out, which is super cool. It recognizes you and your information, and when you step away, it's gone."

Read more on TechRadar: 'A really fun, hard-fought journey' — I spoke with Apple about the engineering behind HomeView and why it took so long
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]]> Apple Watch Ultra 3 Gets Big $250 Discounts Ahead of Black Friday https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/13/apple-watch-ultra-3-250-off/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-watch-ultra-3-gets-big-250-discounts-ahead-of-black-friday.2494333/ Fri, 13 Nov 2026 15:10:46 +0000 https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/13/apple-watch-ultra-3-250-off/ Mitchel Broussard Deals Featured Amazon and Best Buy today have a big collection of Apple Watch Ultra 3 models on sale, starting at $549.00, down from $799.00. This is a massive $250 discount on the previous-generation device, and it's a match for the all-time low price on these models.

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You'll find both Black and Natural Apple Watch Ultra 3 models on sale at this record low price at Best Buy. A similar deal is available on Milanese Loop models as well, priced at $649.00, down from $899.00, and this one is available at both retailers.

$250 OFF
Apple Watch Ultra 3 for $549.00

$250 OFF
Apple Watch Ultra 3 (Milanese Loop) for $649.00


For a detailed breakdown on the similarities and differences between the Ultra 3 and Ultra 4, you can check out our Apple Watch Ultra 3 vs. Ultra 4 Buyer's Guide. 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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]]> Best Apple Deals of the Week: AirTag 2 Hits Record Low Price, Plus Early Black Friday Sales https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/13/best-apple-deals-of-the-week-11-13-26/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/best-apple-deals-of-the-week-airtag-2-hits-record-low-price-plus-early-black-friday-sales.2494329/ Fri, 13 Nov 2026 14:53:49 +0000 https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/13/best-apple-deals-of-the-week-11-13-26/ Mitchel Broussard Deals Featured
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Early Black Friday Sales





A number of retailers officially kicked off early Black Friday discount events this week, including Walmart, Samsung, Anker, and Amazon. We've recapped all of the best deals in each of these sales in our dedicated articles, which you can find linked below.

  • Anker: Save on popular Anker charging accessories

  • Amazon: Save on Apple products, TVs, Alexa devices, and more

  • Walmart: Save on TVs, computers, and more

  • Samsung: Save on Samsung's best TVs and monitors


AirTag 2



  • What's the deal? Get all-time low prices on AirTag 2

  • Where can I get it? Amazon

  • Where can I find the original deal? Right here

$6 OFF
AirTag 2 (1-Pack) for $23.00

$29 OFF
AirTag 2 (4-Pack) for $69.99


One of the best early Black Friday deals has arrived this week, with Apple's AirTag 2 available for $69.99 on Amazon, down from $99.00. This deal is on the 4-Pack of the AirTag 2, and it's a match of the record low price for the accessory.

Apple Watch Ultra 4



  • What's the deal? Get $99 off Apple Watch Ultra 4

  • Where can I get it? Amazon

  • Where can I find the original deal? Right here

$99 OFF
Apple Watch Ultra 4 for $699.99


The Apple Watch Ultra 4 has dropped to $699.99 on Amazon, down from $799.00. This is a match of the all-time low price on the new Ultra 4, which just launched in September.

Mac Mini and Mac Studio



  • What's the deal? Get record low prices on Mac mini and Mac Studio

  • Where can I get it? Amazon

  • Where can I find the original deal? Right here

$200 OFF
M5 Max Mac Studio 36GB/512GB for $2,299.00

$120 OFF
M6 Mac mini 16GB/256GB for $779.00

$150 OFF
M6 Mac mini 16GB/512GB for $949.00


Apple's M5 Max Mac Studio with 36GB RAM and a 512GB SSD is still on sale for $2,299.00, down from $2,499.00. Regarding the Mac mini, you can get the 16GB RAM/256GB SSD Mac mini for $779.00, down from $899.00, and the 16GB RAM/512GB SSD model for $949.00, down from $1,099.00.

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]]> iPhone 18 and 18e Coming in Spring 2027 With A20 Chip https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/13/iphone-18-and-18e-coming-in-spring-2027/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/iphone-18-and-18e-coming-in-spring-2027-with-a20-chip.2494328/ Fri, 13 Nov 2026 14:37:16 +0000 https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/13/iphone-18-and-18e-coming-in-spring-2027/ Hartley Charlton iPhone 17e iPhone 18 No Linkback Bloomberg Gurman Apple's iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e will launch in spring 2027 with an A20 chip, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reiterated on the latest episode of his "Power On" podcast. The remarks align with his previous reporting on the launch timing. The iPhone Air 2 is also expected at the same time.
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]]> King Charles to Join Elton John's Apple Music Radio Show https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/13/king-charles-to-join-apple-music-radio-show/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/king-charles-to-join-elton-johns-apple-music-radio-show.2494327/ Fri, 13 Nov 2026 14:28:41 +0000 https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/13/king-charles-to-join-apple-music-radio-show/ Hartley Charlton Apple Music Apple Music 1 this Saturday for a special episode of "Rocket Hour" marking 50 years of The King's Trust.


The episode premieres at 9 a.m. GMT on November 14, the King's 78th birthday. Recorded during his October visit to ‌Apple Music‌'s London studios, the conversation covers the musicians and fundraising concerts associated with the charity throughout its history.

Charles and John discuss performances at venues including Wembley Arena and the Royal Albert Hall, as well as artists who received support from the charity early in their careers. Muse, for example, used a grant to buy sound equipment when the band was still called "Rocket Baby Dolls," before eventually returning to raise funds for the organization with a Royal Albert Hall concert in 2018. The episode's music selections also include Raye and Skye Newman.

The recording coincided with the introduction of Apple x King's Trust Creative Labs, an education initiative offering young adults practical experience with creative technology. The program brings together up to 20 participants aged 18 to 30 for workshops exploring potential careers, with the first sessions held in October focusing on music and creative industries.

Apple has supported the charity since 2019, providing technology and coding education resources through its existing programs. The partnership is also developing materials to help educators and young people build their understanding of AI. Charles previously visited Apple's UK headquarters in December 2024, where young people supported by the charity demonstrated coding projects.

The London recording facilities were announced in September alongside Apple Music Hall at Battersea Power Station. The expansion combines new radio studios with a 600-capacity performance venue that can capture concerts in Spatial Audio and produce video for broadcasts.

John has hosted "Rocket Hour" since 2015, using the show to introduce listeners to emerging artists alongside established acts. Charles previously worked with ‌Apple Music‌ on "The King's Music Room," a March 2025 broadcast recorded at Buckingham Palace in which he shared songs by Commonwealth artists and explained their personal significance.

The new special will air for free on ‌Apple Music‌ 1, with additional broadcasts at 5 p.m. and 10 p.m. GMT on Saturday. Sunday repeats include broadcasts on both ‌Apple Music‌ 1 and ‌Apple Music‌ Hits at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. GMT.
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]]> Select 'Apple Home Collection' Accessories Now Available to Order https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/13/apple-home-collection-orders-begin/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/select-apple-home-collection-accessories-now-available-to-order.2494322/ Fri, 13 Nov 2026 13:53:31 +0000 https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/13/apple-home-collection-orders-begin/ Joe Rossignol HomeView No Linkback Apple Home Apple Home Collection The first three HomeView-compatible smart home accessories in the Apple Home Collection are available to order starting today, including the LG Indoor Cam ($199.95), LG Outdoor Cam ($299.95), and LG Video Doorbell ($249.95). The remaining accessories from LG and Schneider Home are expected to launch by early 2027.
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]]> Major Microsoft 365 Outage Continues https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/13/major-microsoft-365-outage-continues/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/major-microsoft-365-outage-continues.2494313/ Fri, 13 Nov 2026 11:55:16 +0000 https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/13/major-microsoft-365-outage-continues/ Hartley Charlton Microsoft Microsoft Outlook

Issues emerged on Thursday, November 12, with nearly 130,000 Outlook reports recorded on Downdetector shortly after 1 p.m. Eastern, according to the Associated Press. The disruption extended to businesses and government operations, with Japan confirming a significant impact on government IT systems.

Exchange Online is at the center of the incident. Microsoft's service health page says affected users may have trouble opening mailboxes through Outlook on the web, desktop, and mobile. Messages may also be delayed.

Exchange accounts accessed through other clients such as Apple Mail are also experiencing problems because the disruption involves Microsoft's underlying infrastructure. Similarly, the disruption has reached third-party AI services that connect to Microsoft accounts.

The outage is also interrupting Microsoft 365 features that rely on Exchange. Copilot chats may fail, and the assistant may be unable to retrieve work emails, calendars, or files. Microsoft has identified additional problems involving Planner, To Do, administrative tools, and some SharePoint functions, although files stored directly in SharePoint remain accessible.

Microsoft Teams is not entirely offline. Microsoft says that most calling, meeting, and messaging functions remain available, but users may encounter errors when scheduling meetings, handling invitations, or editing calendar entries. Some contact and channel management features are also affected.

Microsoft's latest update said repairs across parts of the Asia Pacific region were improving mailbox access and helping delayed emails move through the system. The company is extending that work to other regions and adding capacity, but some users may still experience intermittent failures.

Microsoft has increased the email timeout window to 48 hours to help protect delayed messages while backlogs clear. It says it has found no evidence of malicious activity and has not provided a deadline for full restoration.
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]]> Apple Launches Two Products Today https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/13/apple-launches-two-products-today/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-launches-two-products-today.2494307/ Fri, 13 Nov 2026 10:37:25 +0000 https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/13/apple-launches-two-products-today/ Tim Hardwick Featured
  • Apple HomeView: Apple's new smart home display, powered by Apple Intelligence with Siri AI, for entertainment and managing the home. Available in tabletop and wall-mounted models, it can recognize up to six users by face, each with a personalized Home Screen. The HomeView is priced at $299.

  • Apple TV 4K: adds Siri AI, the A19 chip, an updated Siri Remote with Find My, and support for four-speaker surround sound with HomePod mini 2. The Apple TV 4K comes with 128GB of storage and is priced at $299.
Both products were announced on October 13 alongside the HomePod mini 2, which launched October 30.

As things stand, HomeView is not sold in the European Union because Siri AI is currently unavailable on iOS in the region due to regulatory constraints. Apple has said it is "working constructively with the EU in an attempt to find a path forward," but has provided no timeline for EU availability.
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]]> Hands-On With the New Apple TV 4K and Siri AI https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/12/apple-tv-4k-siri-hands-on/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/hands-on-with-the-new-apple-tv-4k-and-siri-ai.2494284/ Fri, 13 Nov 2026 00:42:07 +0000 https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/12/apple-tv-4k-siri-hands-on/ Juli Clover Apple TV Featured Siri Apple TV 4K with an A19 chip and Siri AI support is available starting on November 13, and we were able to spend some time with it ahead of launch.

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‌Siri‌ AI is the headline feature, and while it's not perfect, it works better than the prior version of ‌Siri‌. ‌Siri‌ was able to pull up multiple movie and TV show recommendations and answer questions about content.

Apple says ‌Siri‌ AI is in beta, and there's more work to be done. ‌Siri‌ AI wasn't great at answering follow-up questions, and only did so part of the time.

There are far-field microphones in the set-top box, so you can just say "Hey ‌Siri‌" to activate ‌Siri‌ without having to use the remote. The ‌Apple TV‌ can recognize up to six people, so you can get personalized recommendations and context when talking to ‌Siri‌.

The person who sets up the ‌Apple TV‌ needs to have an iPhone or iPad that supports ‌Siri‌ AI for ‌Siri‌ AI to work on the ‌Apple TV‌, and personal context also requires each user to have their own ‌Siri‌ AI-compatible device. The 2nd- and 3rd-generation ‌Apple TV‌ 4K models will get ‌Siri‌ AI with the upcoming tvOS 27.2.1 update.

Apple didn't change the design of the ‌Apple TV‌ 4K or update the look of the ‌Siri‌ Remote, but the remote does have new capabilities. It has a speaker built in so you can have it play a sound when it's lost, and Precision Finding is available if you have an iPhone Air, iPhone Duo, or iPhone 17 and later (excluding iPhone 17e).

The tvOS interface feels faster with the A19 chip, and it should be better for games if you play Apple Arcade titles on your TV. You can also pair four HomePod speakers to the ‌Apple TV‌ for surround sound, a feature that's unique to the latest model.

Unfortunately, Apple is charging $299 for the 4th-generation ‌Apple TV‌ 4K. It's twice as expensive as the prior-generation version was at this same time last year, and that's a wild increase. It's probably not worth upgrading if you already have a 2nd- or 3rd-generation ‌Apple TV‌ 4K, but if you have something older, it might be worth paying the money to get the new features.
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]]> Siri AI Coming to Older Apple TV 4K Models in tvOS 27.2.1 https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/12/siri-ai-tvos-27-2-1/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/siri-ai-coming-to-older-apple-tv-4k-models-in-tvos-27-2-1.2494282/ Thu, 12 Nov 2026 23:57:48 +0000 https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/12/siri-ai-tvos-27-2-1/ Juli Clover Apple TV Featured Siri Siri AI to the 2nd- and 3rd-generation Apple TV 4K models, according to Apple.


A support document outlining ‌Siri‌ AI requirements across Apple products says tvOS 27.2.1 supports ‌Siri‌ AI on the ‌Apple TV‌ 4K (2nd generation and later), but the software hasn't yet been released.

While older ‌Apple TV‌ models will need tvOS 27.2.1 for ‌Siri‌ AI, Apple appears to have a special ‌Siri‌ AI build of tvOS 27.2 for the 4th-generation ‌Apple TV‌ 4K. Reviewers were able to test ‌Siri‌ AI on review units, and we can confirm it's working on our own review unit running tvOS 27.2.

The 4th-generation ‌Apple TV‌ 4K ships with tvOS 27.0, and users are prompted to update it to tvOS 27.2 during the setup process.

Apple hasn't said when tvOS 27.2.1 will be released with ‌Siri‌ AI for older ‌Apple TV‌ 4K models, but it could come as soon as Friday.

The latest ‌Apple TV‌ is priced at $299, and it features an A19 chip and an updated ‌Siri‌ Remote that has a Find My speaker and Precision Finding support. ‌Siri‌ AI on the ‌Apple TV‌ requires a nearby paired ‌Siri‌ AI-enabled device like an iPhone 15 Pro or later.
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]]> HomeView Launch Kicks Off as First Orders Reach Customers https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/12/homeview-first-orders-arriving/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/homeview-launch-kicks-off-as-first-orders-reach-customers.2494277/ Thu, 12 Nov 2026 22:50:59 +0000 https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/12/homeview-first-orders-arriving/ Juli Clover Featured HomeView

Customers who pre-ordered Apple's new home hub will soon be sharing pictures and first impressions on the MacRumors forums, Reddit, Instagram, and other social media networks. If you got a HomeView, let us know what you think in the comments below.

Apple sees HomeView as the center of the home, and functionally, it's a cross between a small iPad and a HomePod. It has a 7-inch square display and the tabletop model has a speaker base, though there's also a wall-mount version.

With a camera and voice recognition, it can identify up to six people in a home, showing personal information customized to each user. There is no HomeView App Store, but it has pre-installed Apple apps and can show widgets from your iPhone. It can be used for making video calls, watching videos, viewing calendar events, getting the weather, listening to music, and controlling smart home devices.

It is built around Siri AI, Apple's smarter voice assistant that debuted in iOS 27. The HomeView is priced at $299, but if you want the wall-mounted version, you need to buy extra mounting hardware.

There are no Apple Stores in New Zealand, so customers in Australia will be the first to walk into an Apple Store to purchase the new device. We are not expecting shortages.

The new Apple TV 4K is also launching on November 13, and it can be purchased for $299. The latest ‌Apple TV‌ has an A19 chip, 128GB of storage, Wi-Fi 7 support, and the option to connect four HomePods for surround sound. It also supports ‌Siri‌ AI.

HomeView is launching in Australia, Canada, India, New Zealand, Singapore, South Africa, the UK, and the United States. It is not available in the European Union because ‌Siri‌ AI is unavailable.

‌Apple TV‌ 4K is launching in the U.S. and 29 other countries and regions.
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]]> Apple Continues to Move Up iPhone Duo Delivery Dates https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/12/iphone-duo-delivery-dates-continue-to-move-up/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-continues-to-move-up-iphone-duo-delivery-dates.2494274/ Thu, 12 Nov 2026 21:01:31 +0000 https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/12/iphone-duo-delivery-dates-continue-to-move-up/ Joe Rossignol iPhone Duo No Linkback It's a Christmas miracle: some customers who ordered the iPhone Duo through Apple and received an estimated January 25 delivery date saw their delivery windows move up to December 14 to December 21 today, according to comments posted in the MacRumors Forums and on X. A few customers have even seen their delivery date move from January 25 to December 12 to December 14.

Apple's online store still shows a January 25 delivery date for iPhone Duo orders placed today.
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]]> Apple Explains How HomeView Keeps Camera Data Private https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/12/apple-homeview-secure-exclaves/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-explains-how-homeview-keeps-camera-data-private.2494273/ Thu, 12 Nov 2026 20:49:35 +0000 https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/12/apple-homeview-secure-exclaves/ Juli Clover HomeView today shared an in-depth look at how it's using Secure Exclaves to protect camera and microphone data on the HomeView, iPhone 18 Pro, and other products.


Apple describes Secure Exclaves as compartmentalized runtimes that process camera and microphone data while isolated from the rest of the operating system. Data processed in Secure Exclaves is not available to the rest of the OS, apps, or Apple, but processing can take advantage of the full application processor. Secure Exclaves power sensitive features involving video and audio feeds:

  • HomeView - The HomeView uses facial and voice recognition to identify up to six people in a home. The exclave also protects the LED camera indicator on the device.

  • Siri Recap and Live Rewind - Record ambient sound for conversation recaps or to caption the last 15 seconds of someone speaking.

  • iPhone 18 Pro/iPhone Duo - Protects the ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌, Pro Max, and Duo on-screen camera and microphone indicators. Also works with "Hey Siri" to protect voice data.

  • MacBook Neo - Protects the MacBook Neo camera indicator.


Apple uses the HomeView as an example of how Secure Exclaves work. The device performs passive minimal visual processing continually to detect whether a person is in its field of view. The HomeView sends a continuous stream of camera frames to a camera exclave, which works alongside a person recognition exclave with face and voice recognition models and an identity database. When a person comes into view, the camera exclave detects the person and lets the main OS know that a person may be present, but no image data leaves the Secure Exclave. An audio exclave does the same thing with audio.

The person recognition exclave matches face and voice prints against the identity database of enrolled users, giving a confidence score. The OS gets the person identifier, position, and confidence level, but not any of the actual audio or video. These simple signals are used to activate personal features like Calendar and Messages that depend on identity, with raw sensor data discarded.

Secure Exclaves came about because Apple needed a secure option for ambient video and microphone monitoring, with the groundwork laid starting in iOS 18. Apple devices use indicators for situations where the camera and microphone are actively engaged, but Apple says they weren't ideal for ambient sensing because they would be on all the time. Always-on lights wouldn't give users a way to distinguish between background sensing and active audio and video recording.

There are two modes for a Secure Exclave: ambient mode and active mode. In ambient mode with no indicator, a sensor can respond to triggers, but it only shares small amounts of metadata with the rest of the system. In active mode, full sensor data is given to the operating system, and an indicator informs the user that the system has audio and video access.

Apple has long used indicators, but they are now backed by Secure Exclaves. Secure Exclaves make sure an indicator is active before data is allowed to be transferred from the exclave to the rest of the OS.

Apple built an isolated computing environment that could handle ambient sensing, and the company says isolating memory for Secure Exclaves was a "serious engineering challenge." Full technical details on the process can be found on Apple's security website.
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]]> Apple Releases Updated HomeView Software 27.2 Before Launch https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/12/apple-homeview-software-27-2-24v526/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-releases-updated-homeview-software-27-2-before-launch.2494270/ Thu, 12 Nov 2026 20:34:21 +0000 https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/12/apple-homeview-software-27-2-24v526/ Juli Clover HomeView

The software has a build number of 24V526, and it is the second 27.2 update Apple has released for the device.

Customers receiving the HomeView this week will need to install a software update during the setup process. The HomeView ships with HomeView Software 26.5, which is approximately six months old.

Apple planned to release the HomeView earlier than November 2026 but held back because it wanted to debut Siri AI in iOS 27 first.

Apple today said it plans to release a HomeView software update to fix a ‌Siri‌ AI issue that prevents ‌Siri‌ from controlling smart home products like locks, but that update isn't coming until next month. It's likely the ‌Siri‌ AI issue will be addressed in HomeView 27.3.

Update: Apple's security support document says the software update addresses several vulnerabilities, including issues with AirPlay, Messages, and Bluetooth.
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]]> Apple Sports App Now Features UFC https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/12/apple-sports-app-ufc/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-sports-app-now-features-ufc.2494259/ Thu, 12 Nov 2026 20:03:35 +0000 https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/12/apple-sports-app-ufc/ Joe Rossignol Apple Sports Apple Sports was updated today with support for the UFC, allowing mixed martial arts (MMA) fans to keep track of fights in the free iPhone app.


The latest version of the Apple Sports app provides live, real-time stats for UFC fights. The app displays full cards of men's and women's fights, round-by-round updates, a heat map of strikes during fights, and more.

The app also gained support for three more soccer leagues today: China's Super League, Russia's Premier League, and Sweden's Allsvenskan.

Launched in 2024, the Apple Sports app shows scores, stats, standings, and more for a variety of leagues and events, including the NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, NASCAR, F1, Premier League, PGA TOUR, and more. The app remains available on the iPhone only.
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]]> Trump Says Tim Cook Should Be Nvidia CEO as Jensen Huang Resigns https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/12/trump-says-tim-cook-should-be-nvidia-ceo/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/trump-says-tim-cook-should-be-nvidia-ceo-as-jensen-huang-resigns.2494257/ Thu, 12 Nov 2026 19:58:40 +0000 https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/12/trump-says-tim-cook-should-be-nvidia-ceo/ Joe Rossignol Featured Donald Trump Nvidia Tim Cook a post on his Truth Social platform today, U.S. President Donald Trump said he thinks that Apple's chairman Tim Cook should become Nvidia's CEO.


Nvidia today announced that Jensen Huang has resigned as the company's CEO effective immediately following reports that he had two extramarital affairs, including one that the U.S. government believes involved a spy working for the Chinese government. Nvidia has appointed its CFO Colette Kress as interim CEO.

Nvidia's board of directors has initiated a search for a new CEO and said that it will consider both internal and external candidates.

Cook stepped down as Apple's CEO on September 1 as part of a planned transition, and he now serves as the company's executive chairman.

There is no indication that Cook actually wants to be Nvidia's CEO.

Semafor on Wednesday reported that Apple's longtime chipmaking chief Johny Srouji is among the people that Nvidia is considering for CEO, but it is likewise unclear if Srouji has any interest in the role. Srouji was named Apple's Chief Hardware Officer in April, at the same time as Apple announced John Ternus would become its next CEO.
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]]> Apple Releases Emotional 2026 Holiday Ad Featuring MacBook Neo https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/12/apple-2026-holiday-ad/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-releases-emotional-2026-holiday-ad-featuring-macbook-neo.2494255/ Thu, 12 Nov 2026 19:40:54 +0000 https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/12/apple-2026-holiday-ad/ Joe Rossignol MacBook Neo Apple Ads annual holiday season ad, in which a young man rediscovers his creativity after receiving a MacBook Neo as a gift from his parents.


The short film, titled The Dreamer, is directed by Melina Matsoukas.

"Watch the new Apple Holiday Film about a parents' gift that helps their son rediscover his creativity," said Apple, in the video's description. "Sometimes all it takes to remember what makes us special, is someone who believes in us. A celebration of creativity and the people who inspire it, featuring MacBook Neo."
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]]> Walmart Black Friday Sale Begins With Early Deals on TVs, Laptops, and More https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/12/walmart-black-friday-sale-begins/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/walmart-black-friday-sale-begins-with-early-deals-on-tvs-laptops-and-more.2494246/ Thu, 12 Nov 2026 18:20:43 +0000 https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/12/walmart-black-friday-sale-begins/ Mitchel Broussard Black Friday Deals Featured Walmart's Black Friday sale has officially kicked off today, with an online shopping event that's also seeing some matching deals in retail locations. There are quite a few major discounts in this sale, including savings on headphones, TVs, and more.

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Walmart's Black Friday Schedule


The first part of Walmart's Black Friday sale has begun online for Walmart+ members, and it will expand to all shoppers later tonight at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time, ending on November 15. Black Friday week will then officially start on November 23 at 12:01 a.m. Eastern online and 6 a.m. local time in stores. These sales will last through November 29.

This will all bleed into Cyber Monday starting November 30 and running through December 2.

  • Thursday 11/12: First event begins online and in retail stores

  • Monday 11/23: Second event begins online at 12:01 a.m. Eastern Time for Walmart+ members

  • Tuesday 11/24: Second event opens for all shoppers

  • Friday 11/27: Black Friday begins in stores at 6 a.m. local time

  • Monday 11/30: Cyber Monday begins


Deals Available Now


Like many retailers, Walmart's Black Friday offerings are wide and varied. You'll find major markdowns on video games, appliances, TVs, smart home products, speakers, headphones, and more. We've divided up some of the major discount categories in the sections below.

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There aren't many big Apple discounts in Walmart's early Black Friday sale, but anyone looking to order Apple's newest products can find them at the retailer. Walmart is even matching Amazon's $9 discount on the HomeView in Space Gray.


TVs



Computers




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]]> Apple Adds Samsung Foldables to Trade-In Program https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/12/apple-adds-samsung-foldables-to-trade-in-program/ https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-adds-samsung-foldables-to-trade-in-program.2494260/ Thu, 12 Nov 2026 16:43:45 +0000 https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/12/apple-adds-samsung-foldables-to-trade-in-program/ Hartley Charlton Apple Trade-In Samsung

The iPhone 17 Pro has the largest dollar reduction among the affected iPhones, dropping $45 to a maximum of $740. The iPhone 17 Pro Max falls $30 to $855, while the iPhone Air and standard iPhone 17 each gain $30, bringing both to $615.

Many older models recover some of the value lost in September's reductions. Most remain below their pre-September maximums, although the second-generation iPhone SE returns to $45, fully reversing its $5 cut.

The following iPhone estimates have changed. Each price is the maximum available trade-in credit:


  • iPhone 17 Pro Max: $855 (previously $885)

  • iPhone 17 Pro: $740 (previously $785)

  • iPhone Air: $615 (previously $585)

  • iPhone 17: $615 (previously $585)

  • iPhone 16 Pro Max: $590 (previously $610)

  • iPhone 16 Plus: $450 (previously $430)

  • iPhone 16: $440 (previously $430)

  • iPhone 16e: $285 (previously $270)

  • iPhone 15 Pro Max: $445 (previously $455)

  • iPhone 15 Pro: $365 (previously $370)

  • iPhone 15 Plus: $325 (previously $315)

  • iPhone 14 Plus: $215 (previously $210)

  • iPhone 13 Pro Max: $330 (previously $320)

  • iPhone 13 Pro: $265 (previously $255)

  • iPhone 13: $180 (previously $175)

  • iPhone 12 Pro Max: $220 (previously $210)

  • iPhone 12 Pro: $180 (previously $165)

  • iPhone 12 mini: $85 (previously $80)

  • iPhone SE (2nd generation): $45 (previously $40)

  • iPhone 11 Pro Max: $145 (previously $140)

  • iPhone 11: $105 (previously $100)

  • iPhone XS Max: $90 (previously $85)

  • iPhone XS: $65 (previously $60)

  • iPhone XR: $80 (previously $75)

  • iPhone X: $55 (previously $50)



For customers switching from Android, Apple has added six Samsung foldables to its trade-in list. The Galaxy Z Fold7 receives the highest maximum offer among the additions, while the Galaxy Z Flip5 has the lowest:


  • Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7: $410 (newly listed)

  • Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6: $335 (newly listed)

  • Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5: $270 (newly listed)

  • Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7: $215 (newly listed)

  • Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6: $185 (newly listed)

  • Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5: $125 (newly listed)



Google Pixel owners generally receive lower offers under the update. The Pixel 9 loses $20, the largest dollar reduction among the affected Pixel models, while the Pixel 7 gains $5. The changed maximum estimates are as follows:


  • Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: $280 (previously $290)

  • Google Pixel 9 Pro: $265 (previously $275)

  • Google Pixel 9: $180 (previously $200)

  • Google Pixel 8 Pro: $135 (previously $150)

  • Google Pixel 8: $100 (previously $115)

  • Google Pixel 7 Pro: $80 (previously $90)

  • Google Pixel 7: $70 (previously $65)



The Apple Watch's adjustments are limited to six models. The Apple Watch Ultra 2 gains $10, three other watches gain $5 each, and the original Apple Watch Ultra and Series 7 each lose $5:


  • Apple Watch Ultra 2: $275 (previously $265)

  • Apple Watch Ultra: $185 (previously $190)

  • Apple Watch Series 10: $155 (previously $150)

  • Apple Watch SE (2nd generation): $65 (previously $60)

  • Apple Watch Series 7: $60 (previously $65)

  • Apple Watch Series 6: $45 (previously $40)



Mac and iPad trade-in values stay at the levels introduced in October, including maximum estimates of $2,560 for the Mac Pro and $915 for the iPad Pro.

Apple also introduced more detailed condition grading in September, improving offers for devices with minor cosmetic defects that previously received deductions similar to those applied to more serious damage.

Actual trade-in offers depend on the device's condition, year, and configuration. Through Apple Trade In, eligible devices can be exchanged for credit toward a purchase or an Apple Gift Card, while devices without trade-in value can be recycled for free.
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