After being announced in January, Instagram’s new CapCut competitor is now available on the App Store. The app is called ‘Edits’, and was announced in direct response to the TikTok ban earlier this year. The app was initially set to launch in February.

iOS 18.5 public beta 2 has just been released, bringing the latest iPhone software version to members of Apple’s public beta program. Here’s what to expect.

Apple has new public beta software available for testing now. Public beta 2 just debuted for macOS Sequoia 15.5, iPadOS 18.5, tvOS 18.5, and more.

Project Fi was announced 10 years ago, and Google is celebrating the MVNO’s birthday with a handful of updates for iPhone and iPad owners.

Apple recently gave Mike Rockwell leadership over Siri, a big shake-up that proved the status quo of Siri development had grown unacceptable to senior leaders. Now, per a new report, it seems Rockwell is wasting no time continuing to implement major changes internally with the teams responsible for Siri.

In February 2022, a hostage situation unfolded at an Apple Store location in Amsterdam when a gunman demanded a $227 million ransom in cryptocurrency. The hostage and other Apple Store visitors escaped the situation safely, while the gunman died from injuries sustained when he was hit by a police vehicle.

Netflix subsequently announced its plans to create a thriller based on the situation, called iHostage, which debuted this week.

As part of the production of iHostage, Netflix recreated the Amsterdam Apple Store from scratch – and has shared a behind-the-scenes video of what that process entailed.

Nomad is bringing my favorite Icy Blue Glow 2.0 design to their Rocky Point Watch band! Here is what you need to know.

Today’s best Apple deals are starting off with some new low pricing across the M4 MacBook Air lineup, this time in brand-new condition at up to $100 off with deals starting from $939 on the most affordable configuration. We also spotted Apple’s new 11-inch iPad (A16) back at Amazon all-time lows from $320 alongside these Apple Watch band discovery box deal – buy 1 official Solo Loop for $20 and get 2 FREE (originally $147). All of that and more awaits down below. 

If you’ve visited the Apple Intelligence page on Apple’s website recently, you might have noticed some changes. That’s because the National Advertising Division (NAD) of the Better Business Bureau just wrapped up an official inquiry that prompted revisions—including removing “Available now” from the banner and more.

This fall, after a two year wait, the Apple Watch Ultra 3 will arrive—and its rumored features aim to make leaving your iPhone behind a more common practice.

One of the best Mac apps that we always recommend has made the jump to the iPhone and iPad. If you ever find yourself wanting to convert spoken audio into text, this AI-powered app is a must-have.

I know, I’m writing about the Apple Watch and a subtle shade of blue while illustrating the piece with a dumb watch with very unsubtle blue face, but bear with me here.

A report yesterday suggested that the iPhone 17 Pro is going to be available in the Sky Blue, the name Apple gave to the subtle blue tint of one of the M4 MacBook Air options …

1Password is an app I’ve been using since 2008, but it’s not longer just an app. It is building a platform for how work actually happens today. That includes personal devices, AI agents, and apps that never went through the IT team. With new updates to its Extended Access Management platform and a partnership with Drata, 1Password is moving beyond vaults to help companies stay secure without slowing anyone down.

The launch of the M4 MacBook Air back in March helped Apple enjoy faster growth than any other computer maker in the first quarter of the year, according to a new report.

However, there are concerns that this boost may be short-lived, due to the potential for tariffs to be imposed later in the year …

Tech companies have often been accused of making it hard to cancel subscriptions, but Uber appears to have taken things to a whole new level! It’s being sued by the FTC for forcing Uber One subscribers to take as many as 32 separate actions when they want to cancel.

The Federal Trade Commission also says that Uber illegally started charging subscribers before the end of their free trial period, and lied about the cost savings …

Apple’s replacement of the iPhone SE with the iPhone 16e raised an obvious question: Would the ad-hoc update schedule for the SE series also be replaced with an annual refresh, kicking off with an iPhone 17e?

A leaker with the right credentials to answer this question said back in February they believed the answer to be yes, and the same source says there is now solid evidence for this …

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In this episode of Apple @ Work, I talk with Jitesh Ubrani from IDC about the Q1 2025 PC shipment report.

Many details of the upcoming iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max have already leaked, but little has been shared about Apple’s expected color options. Today, leaker Majin Bu has posted that Sky Blue may be on its way.

iOS 19 will be unveiled in less than two months at WWDC. And rumors indicate there’s at least one iOS 19 change coming that will be especially valuable for users of large iPhones: a relocated search bar in apps.

Sidecar’s CarPlay web browser/video player is going away after briefly arriving on the App Store. The company behind the app is removing the browser feature at the request of Apple.

It’s been over four years since AirTag was first introduced, and there’s never yet been a successor. But that’s about to change, as rumors point toward AirTag 2 launching in the coming weeks. Here’s when to expect the AirTag 2 release date.

Later this year, Apple is going to debut its thinnest iPhone to date. At just 5.5mm thin, iPhone 17 Air will be record-setting.

You might anticipate that an ultra-thin phone comes with awful battery life. After all, iPhone battery life improved drastically over the past few years, as Apple has made increasingly thicker iPhones. However, at least according to current rumors, iPhone 17 Air won’t compromise on battery life. Here’s why.

I’ve spent more nights in a hotel in 2025 than I care to mention. I recently went on a trip and was completely spaced on bringing a USB-C cable. After a run to the Apple Store, I had one, but it was still super frustrating. I need to build a permanent travel kit for cables. Between cables, chargers, and adapters, things get messy fast. A 3-in-1 charger helps cut down on clutter, but most of them are bulky. Some look great beside your bed but are a hassle to travel with. is different. It folds down small. It travels well, and it does the job.

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New beta software has just been released. Apple has shipped developer beta 3 across its various forthcoming updates, including visionOS 2.5, tvOS 18.5, and more.

Apple has just released new beta software for its upcoming Mac update. macOS Sequoia 15.5 beta 3 is now available for developers.

Apple has released iOS 18.5 beta 3 for developers. The pre-release iPhone and iPad software update has been light on features, although there are some small changes.

While Apple has delayed some of the most ambitious Apple Intelligence features, the company isn’t shying away from promoting the ones that have shipped to iPhone users. In a new ad that debuted today, Apple promotes the “Clean Up” feature in the Photos app.

Verizon Fios is consistently ranked high in customer satisfaction, but the fiber internet service still has fairly limited availability in the US. Fortunately, that’s set to change soon thanks to a previously announced Verizon acquisition that will add 10 million new eligible Fios homes—here’s the latest update on the expansion.

Update: Reddit says this outage has been resolved.

If you’re having problems accessing Reddit today, you’re not alone. The company has acknowledged an ongoing outage across its website and apps.

While we are still tracking the return of all-time low pricing on Apple Watch Series 10 at $100 off alongside deep deals on Apple Certified Refurb Apple Watch Ultra 2, we have a fresh batch of discounts to scope out today as well. First up, we spotted a massive $580 price drop on Apple’s 1TB 13-inch M4 iPad Pro Wi-Fi + Cell in ‘excellent’ open-box condition alongside the very first chance to save on the Quick Sand Powerbeats Pro 2 at $63 off and the M4 Mac mini-ready M8 Smart Monitor at $300 off. All of those offers join the now live Best Buy weeklong Outlet Sale at up to 60% off as well as a host of Find My deals, Apple Watch bands, and charging gear. 

Siri has been in a state of disarray, but things are starting to improve. Apple’s assistant has new leadership implementing serious changes, and reporting indicates we will start benefiting from big Siri upgrades this fall in iOS 19. Here’s what to expect.

Ted Lasso was officially renewed for season 4 last month, after months of rumors and signs that the show would indeed return with a new season on Apple TV+. Now star and writer Brett Goldstein has shared an update on season 4’s status, and explained what it’s been like to see the show revived.

Detecting scam emails is getting increasingly difficult as attackers use more and more sophisticated methods. A new report highlights a method which makes fake security alerts from Google and PayPal look extremely convincing.

It reinforces the need to apply a simple but effective safeguard anytime you receive what seems to be an important email requiring your immediate attention …

Logitech prices have increased by as much as 25%, in what is almost certainly the result of tariffs kicking in on products imported from China. Not all prices have gone up, so if you have your eye on one of the unaffected accessories, now might be a good time to buy …

This is your last chance to take advantage of the Apple TV+ offer, where new and eligible returning subscribers can get Apple TV+ for $2.99/mo for 3 months, a 70% discount compared to the regular $9.99 per month price.

The deal, which was launched earlier this month, ends later this week on April 24. If you haven’t already, here’s some exclusive TV show suggestions to catch up on that you might have missed if you’ve churned out of Apple TV+ for a while …

CarPlay users often request web browsers and video apps for use while parked, but Apple limits CarPlay apps to a handful of categories. Adapters that run Android apps and display CarPlay .

However, there’s now an app on the App Store that includes a browser feature for playing video. The CarPlay app loads URLs from the web to play video while parked.

All iPhone 17 Pro rumors have pointed to one thing: a redesigned horizontal camera bar. While many people have called this ugly, it does have a hidden perk for users who’d like to customize their phones.

For the past couple years, I’ve noticed a weird bug on Apple’s Messages app – specifically to do with images. I’ve been hoping that Apple would get around to fixing it for the longest time, but they haven’t thus far.

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Ping Pong Club is a realistic table tennis simulator for Apple Vision Pro. It supports spatial audio and offers dynamic lighting for an authentic gameplay experience. Despite relying solely on hand tracking, it actually works quite well.