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Apple News

Thursday, July 2, 2026

• 16 Apple Messages settings I change on every iPhone - and why
  Turn these iMessage settings on or off for a cleaner, modern, and more private texting experience.
  

Tuesday, June 30, 2026

• Apple rushed to squash 29 bugs because AI is supercharging hackers - update ASAP
  Software updates are rolling out now for iPhone, iPad, and Mac, bringing fixes that weren't supposed to arrive so soon. Here's why.
  

Friday, June 26, 2026

• The Apple Watch Series 11 is still under $280 on Amazon - but not for much longer
  The Apple Watch Series 11 arrived last year with a full suite of health-tracking features and an extended battery life, and it's on sale for 30% off for a few more hours.
  
• How I use Siri mode in the iOS 27 Camera app to ask questions about anything I see
  Now in iOS 27 developer beta, the Camera app adds a new Siri mode that provides AI-based assistance for anything within view. Here's what you need to try it yourself.
  
• Best last minute Prime Day Apple deals I found for MacBooks, iPads, AirPods, and more
  Prime Day 2026 is almost over. Shop our experts' hand-selected deals on AirPods Pro 3, Apple Watch 11, and AirPods Max 2 now while they're live.
  

Thursday, June 25, 2026

• All MacBooks and iPads hit with surprise price hikes - even the Neo wasn't safe
  The price increases result from surging memory chip costs and short supply but there are still deals available if you know where to look.
  
• Need a MacBook? Don't buy it from Apple while these Amazon deals are still live
  Apple increased prices in its official store, but Amazon still has the lowest prices for Prime Day.
  
• MacBook Neo vs. Acer Swift Air 14: I've used both midrange laptops - there's a clear winner
  Acer's new $699 Swift Air 14 is a direct competitor to the MacBook Neo. Here's how it compares, by the specs and my hands-on experience.
  

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

• Apple Maps vs. Google Maps: I used both navigation apps for years, and one is much better
  Apple Maps has improved over the years, but how does it stack up to Google Maps today? Here's my verdict after extended use.
  

Monday, June 22, 2026

• Older iPhones have an unfixable security flaw - why it can't be patched and the models affected
  Here's how to tell if your device is at risk and what to do about it.
  
• The newest AirTag just dropped to $24 for Prime Day - and it's a steal
  The latest Apple AirTag is finally on sale for Prime Day.
  

Thursday, June 18, 2026

• Apple confirms price increases are coming - how much will it cost you?
  In a Wall Street Journal interview, Apple CEO Tim Cook confirmed plans to raise product prices due to the supply pressure and cost increases on memory and storage chips.
  
• This Bluetooth tracker uses LoRa mesh networks to find things - and I couldn't believe the accuracy
  Seeed Studio's SenseCAP T1000-E tracker card also doesn't use cell towers or Wi-Fi. Here's how it works in the real world.
  
• I put Siri AI through the same tests I use for ChatGPT and Gemini on MacOS 27 - here's how it did
  I tried the new Siri on my Mac, and although it's off to a promising start, Apple still has more work to do.
  
• After a week with iOS 27, I've found 5 hidden features that make even older iPhones better
  Beyond the flashy new upgrades, iOS 27 has several lesser-known changes that also work on older iPhones.
  

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

• I was jealous of these 4 iOS 27 features - then I realized my Android phone already has them
  These upcoming iPhone features are highly useful, and Android users can already get in on the action.
  

Monday, June 15, 2026

• How to download the iOS 27 developer beta (and which iPhone models support it)
  Apple's WWDC 2026 was full of updates for the overall iPhone user experience - here's how you can try iOS 27 early for free.
  

Saturday, June 13, 2026

• Our favorite health trackers are disappearing - and that's the point
  Tech companies are evolving their health trackers to make them smaller, thinner, and near-invisible. Here's why.
  

Thursday, June 11, 2026

• Apple WWDC: What tech fans got right (and wrong) about iOS 27, Tim Cook, and more
  We asked ZDNET readers to predict Apple's WWDC announcements for a chance to win a new Apple Watch. Here's what you said.
  
• Buying a school laptop? 4 things I'd consider first (and my top 10 picks)
  Your laptop can make or break or time in college, so you want to make sure you get the right one. Here's what to consider.