Apple challenges OpenAI’s forensic analysis in trade secrets case, seeks access to hardware R&D

Apple has asked the court overseeing its lawsuit against OpenAI and other defendants to let its own experts review forensic images used in the case, while also seeking documents related to parts of OpenAI’s hardware R&D. Here are the details.…

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Here’s what’s really going on with GM’s CarPlay strategy (or lack thereof)

Despite headlines to the contrary, GM isn’t changing its position on CarPlay and Android Auto support. The automaker is not bringing phone projection support back to any cars from which it has already been removed. Here’s what’s really happening.…

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iPhone users running iOS 27 can no longer downgrade to iOS 26

Apple today stopped signing iOS 26.6.2 , which means iPhone users can no longer downgrade to non-iOS 27 system versions. Here’s why.…

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WhatsApp now lets Apple Watch users react with any emoji

Following WhatsApp’s initial limited rollout of emoji reactions on the Apple Watch, the app is now rolling out support for the full set of emojis available on watchOS. Here are the details.…

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iOS 27.2 beta 2 reveals new details about unnanounced iPhone anti-snatching feature

Apple continues to work on a feature that automatically locks an iPhone when it detects that the device has been snatched from its owner’s hand. Here are the details.…

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AI coding platform Bitrig adds iPhone Duo support with interactive 3D simulator

Following the release of Xcode 27.1 beta 1 last week, Bitrig has added support for building and testing iPhone Duo apps, complete with an interactive 3D simulator that lets developers fold, tilt, rotate, and position the device however they want. Here are the…

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9to5Mac Daily: September 21, 2026 – More iPhone 18 Pro, iOS 27.2 news

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Apple Notes adds a power user feature in iOS 27 that’s rare in other apps

Apple Notes in iOS 27 adds a variety of new features , including one that power users are sure to appreciate: section links.…

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Our favorite accessories to elevate your new M6 Mac mini and Mac Studio rig

Apple’s all-new M6 Mac mini, M5 Pro mini, and Mac Studio officially release tomorrow and, alongside the early pre-order deals on most of them, we are taking a look at some of our favorite Mac accessories here today.…

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Report: AI glasses shipments surged 263% in H1 2026 as Apple prepares to enter the market

Counterpoint Research says global AI glasses shipments surged 263% during the first half of 2026, with Meta comfortably leading the display-less segment amid growing privacy concerns. Here are the details.…

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iOS 27 adds an all-new app to your iPhone’s Home Screen

Apple released iOS 27 to everyone last week, including a ton of new Siri and Apple Intelligence features. One of the biggest changes here is the addition of an all-new Siri app. This marks the first time that Siri has been pre-installed as a standalone app…

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iOS 27.2 reveals new features coming to Apple Music, CarPlay, more

iOS 27.2 beta 2 arrived today , and so far seems to have minimal user-facing changes. But code for iOS 27.2’s beta releases points to new features in the works for Apple Music, CarPlay Ultra, and more.…

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MagSafe Monday: BLAVOR’s solar power bank is built for fall camping trips

The weather is turning cooler, and it’s time for camping and football tailgates. BLAVOR’s 20000mAh Solar Power Bank is built for this time of year. It has four built-in cables so you can leave your bag at home, a solar panel for recharging, and a wireless pad…

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Apple rolls out second Release Candidates for macOS Tahoe 26.7.1 and macOS Sequoia 15.8.1

Less than a week after releasing macOS 26.7.1 and macOS 15.8.1 RC 1, Apple is now rolling out the second release candidates ahead of their official release. Here are the details.…

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Beta 2 now available for iPadOS 27.2, watchOS 27.2, more

Last week Apple kicked off a new beta wave for its 27.2 software releases, and today beta 2 is rolling out just five days later for iPadOS 27.2 and more.…

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macOS 27.2 Golden Gate beta 2 now available, here’s what to expect

Developers can now install macOS 27.2 Golden Gate beta 2, ahead of the upcoming official release in a few weeks. Here’s what’s coming.…

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Apple releases second iOS 27.2 developer beta for iPhone

Apple has released the second iOS 27.2 developer beta for iPhone. The update follows the release of iOS 27 to everyone. It also leaps over iOS 27.1, which Apple has shown as an iPhone Duo-focused release.…

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Shopify just released a brand-new Apple TV app with a dashboard for businesses

It’s not every day that a new Apple TV app arrives for tvOS. Shopify just released Shopcast, bringing a dashboard for businesses to the big screen.…

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Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 introduce a new Theater Mode setting

Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 include a new Health Sensing System that dramatically improves heart rate data. The new system also includes a new Theater Mode setting that you may want to enable.…

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John Ternus talks CEO offer, AI potential, more in new interview

In a lengthy new interview with Clique TV , Apple CEO John Ternus answered a range of questions covering what excites him about the future, how technology is used in his family, the offer to become CEO, his views on Vision Pro, and more.…

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CardPointers updated for iOS 27 with Siri AI, automatic offer syncing, and much more

I’ve covered CardPointers before at 9to5Mac, highlighting how helpful it is for maximizing credit card rewards and offers. Now, CardPointers 8 has been released with Siri AI integration, new widgets, and much more.…

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John Ternus just gave the best defense yet for Vision Pro

Apple’s new CEO John Ternus recently sat down for a lengthy, in-depth interview with French outlet Clique TV , and in it he gave the best defense yet for Apple Vision Pro.…

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Deals: Apple Watch Ultra 4, AirPods Pro 3, entry Studio Display $240 off, 2026 Mac Studio, more

Alongside the early fall Prime Day deals at Amazon and the ongoing $50 price drop on AirPods Pro 3, we have another selection of early launch week deals on Apple Watch Ultra 4 to scope out. Those offers also join the Apple refurb store with the most…

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iPhone 18 Pro Face ID bug causing system to crash and reboot for some users

The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max introduces a new smaller Face ID system, with the Infrared camera now hidden behind the screen, near where the time is shown in the status bar. It appears there may be a software glitch with that component in the shipping release…

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Security Bite: iOS 27 now lets apps ask your iPhone if you’re being scammed

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New Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 fitness feature is surprisingly motivating

Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 include a new fitness-tracking feature: live step tracking on the watch face. Alongside live heart rate data , it’s a surprisingly welcome and motivating change to the new hardware that I’m loving so far.…

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‘HomePad’ to launch next month with these new features: report

Apple’s long-awaited home hub device, often called ‘HomePad,’ is now expected to launch in October. Here’s what’s coming per the latest Bloomberg report .…

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CarPlay just got better, here’s everything new in iOS 27

iOS 27 has arrived, and with it a handful of improvements for CarPlay. Here’s everything new for CarPlay in iOS 27.…

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M5 Ultra Mac Studio reviews: local AI powerhouse

In addition to the new M6 Mac mini ( 9to5Mac review ), early impressions of the most powerful Mac Studio are out ahead of tomorrow’s release as well. Here’s what reviewers are saying about the upgraded M5 Ultra Mac Studio so far.…

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New all-glass iPhone 20 Pro rumor reveals another design change

Apple’s major 20th-anniversary iPhone refresh is in the works for next year. A new rumor today reiterates expectations that the iPhone 20 Pro and iPhone 20 Pro Max will have even bigger screens than the current models.…

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