Apple Cancels Self-Driving Vehicle Testing Permit in California After Abandoning Car Project

Just over six months after Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported that Apple abandoned its plans to release an electric vehicle, California's Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) canceled Apple's autonomous vehicle testing permit, according to macReports.

Apple Opens Extensive Research Lab in Shenzhen, China

Apple's largest research lab outside the US opens in China.

Apple Stops Signing iOS 18.0, Preventing Downgrades From 18.0.1

Today exactly one week after releasing iOS 18.0.1 to the public, Apple has stopped signing the prior iOS 18.0 software release. This means it’s no longer possible to downgrade to the older iPhone version.

iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max Rumored to Feature Easier Battery Removal

The batteries inside the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus use an innovative type of adhesive that can be loosened with low-voltage electrical current from a 9V battery, USB-C charger, or another power source.

Apple Is Donating to Help People Affected by Hurricane Milton

Apple CEO Tim Cook announced on Thursday that Apple will donate to help people affected by the disasters caused by Hurricane Milton, which has become a dangerous threat to the state of Florida.

Apple Has No Plans For a Smart Ring

Though smart rings with health capabilities have been growing in popularity, Apple has no plans to join the smart ring market, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. While Apple explored the idea, there is no active development of a ring going on at this time, and Apple has no plans to launch a ring.

iPad Mini 7 Coming Soon: Here’s Everything We Know

The current-generation iPad mini was introduced back in September 2021 and hasn’t been updated since. What’s next for the iPad mini? Rumors suggest an update could come in just a few weeks, bringing an improved display, faster performance, and more.

New Magic Keyboard for iPad Air Rumored for Next Year: What to Expect

Apple plans to release an updated Magic Keyboard for new 11-inch and 13-inch iPad Air models at some point "early next year," according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.

Apple Says Final iPod Nano and iPod Shuffle Models Are Now Obsolete

Apple today added the final iPod nano and iPod shuffle models to its obsolete products list worldwide, marking the end of an era.

Waiting for A New Apple TV? Here's What the Latest Rumors Say

The current Apple TV was released two years ago this month, so you may be wondering when the next model will be released.

Apple Watch Users Report Vitals App Detecting Illness Before Symptoms Appear

Apple's new Vitals app for watchOS 11 appears to be impressing some users with its ability to detect potential illness days before symptoms manifest, according to recent reports on Reddit.

Here’s How to Schedule Messages to Send Later in iOS 18

Apple brings a range of new features to the Messages app with iOS 18. One of those is the handy capability to schedule messages to Send Later. Here’s how the feature works, where to find it, and more.

Latest iOS 18.1 Beta Adds Sleep Apnea Alerts and Breathing Disturbance Readings

With the sixth beta of iOS 18.1 and the fourth beta of watchOS 11.1, Apple has finally added support for sleep apnea on iPhones that have been running the iOS 18.1 beta since before the Apple Watch Series 10 launched.

M4 Mac Studio and Mac Pro Launching in Mid to Late 2025

Mac Studio and Mac Pro machines that are equipped with Apple's next-generation M4 chips will be some of the last Macs to be refreshed with the new chip technology, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said in this week's Power On newsletter.

iPhone 16 Pro is Apple's Most Repairable Model Yet

A teardown of the iPhone 16 Pro has given a closer look at its internals, resulting in the highest repairability score since the iPhone 7.

iPhone 16 Pro Max Beats All Comers in Battery Life Test

It's not surprising that the largest smartphones by the likes of Apple and Samsung have the longest battery lives, because they have the biggest batteries — but new testing shows that the iPhone 16 Pro Max beats them all.

These Five Apple Products Will Likely Be Discontinued Next Month

Apple is expected to hold their next keynote in October, with a focus on the iPad and Mac. However, the introduction of new products also means saying goodbye to older ones. These are some Apple products you probably won’t be able to buy from the Apple Store after that keynote.

Apple Watch's New Sleep Apnea Detection Feature Approved in Canada

Health Canada this week published approval of watchOS 11's sleep apnea detection feature on the Apple Watch Series 10, Apple Watch Series 9, and Apple Watch Ultra 2.

Apple Not Investing in OpenAI after All, New Report Says

Apple is no longer planning to invest in OpenAI, according to a new report from The Wall Street Journal. This comes as OpenAI plans to close a $6.5 billion funding round next week, with investments possible from both Microsoft and Nvidia.

New Film 'Wolfs' Starring Brad Pitt and George Clooney on Apple TV+

Apple action-comedy film "Wolfs," featuring Hollywood stars Brad Pitt and George Clooney, premiered today exclusively on Apple TV+.

Apple Wants A Future Apple Pencil to Work as A TV Antenna

If Apple has its way, the very newest accessory for an iPad could be broadcast television as received through an Apple Pencil for some reason.

Apple Launches iPhone 16 in 21 Additional Countries This Friday

Now Apple is bringing iPhone 16 to 21 additional countries starting this Friday.

Here’s Everything New in Apple Notes for iOS 18

Apple Notes has grown into one of Apple’s most powerful, versatile apps on its platforms. Any typed equations on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac will be automatically solved too on Notes.

Robotic Apple Home Hub Could Have Square-Ish Display

Apple's rumored Frankenstein-like Home Hub with the body of a HomePod, neck of a robot, and iPad head could have a more square display according to a new rumor.