Macworld The main highlight of iOS 27, launching on September 14, will be artificial intelligence, which is only available on relatively new phones (iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 16 and later). Head over to the iOS 27 site on Apple.com, and you’ll see a lot about the new Siri AI, Apple Intelligence, and…
If you haven’t yet ordered your iPhone 18 Pro or Pro Max, you’ll likely be waiting until October for delivery. Here’s the latest update on iPhone 18 Pro pre-order shipping times. more…
It's not difficult to update to iOS 27, but you should prepare in a few ways to avoid common issues when moving to the new version.
Here's what will happen if you turn off background app refresh on your iPhone, and which apps operate better with it on.
CNET has a series of pieces comparing the iPhone Duo to three current Android foldables. While it’s a little frustrating to tackle the comparisons separately, it seems clear that the site views Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 as the device the Duo needs to beat. That’s in large part because the two device…
If you want to stop using your phone at certain time and getting stuck into certain apps too much, Screen Time can help.
Macworld Unsure which version of iOS your iPhone can run? Want to know if your iPhone is compatible with iOS 27? Here’s a quick guide to the latest versions of Apple’s iPhone operating system, including which iPhones support iOS 27 and, if yours doesn’t, the newest version you can install. We’ve put…
Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman has made an interesting prediction in his latest newsletter, suggesting that the iPhone Duo is just the start and that most iPhones will be foldable within a decade. He argues that in that kind of timescale, even budget devices like the iPhone SE could go foldable as manufact…
iMessage is simple, and even RCS and SMS are usually reliable. But when your iPhone won't sent a message, you can coax it into working again.
If you've never been satisfied with Liquid Glass on your Phone, then you'll probably like some of the new customization options Apple offers in iOS 27.
Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman has today corroborated references discovered in macOS beta code that indicated Apple is designing its own game controllers for iPhone. Apple already sells some controllers like the Backbone One (pictured above) and SteelSeries Nimbus+ through the Apple Store, and now it wants…
Craig Federighi, Apple’s senior vice president of Software Engineering, sat down with MKBHD this week to talk about the new iPhone Duo. In the interview, Federighi talked about the potential overlap between the iPhone Duo and an iPad. more…
Macworld ESR unveils accessories for Apple 2026 iPhone range and more New cases, screen protectors, chargers, and straps Accessory Range Getting a new iPhone in 2026? It deserves more than basic protection. ESR’s latest accessory lineup is built to cover every part of daily life with your device—fro…
Macworld A quick and effective way to create a collage from several photos on your iPhone is to use Apple’s Keynote app. You might be familiar with using Keynote for presentations, but it’s also good for making collages. Keynote offers up to 100 different templates, though around half of these are o…
Since iOS 5 in 2011, the iPhone and iPad have included Notification Center, a central place to find alerts from various apps in chronological order. Starting with iOS 27, Apple is making a major change to how users open Notification Center on iPhone and iPad. iOS 27 is out September 14 after a summe…
Apple’s new iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max lineup went up for pre-order today, ahead of the September 18 launch day. As of Saturday evening, shipping estimates for some configurations have slipped to October — especially for the iPhone 18 Pro Max. more…
Over the past year, I’ve had the pleasure of testing out loads of chargers and MagSafe charging stands for Apple devices. If you just preordered a new iPhone 18 Pro and you’re looking for the best ways to take advantage of fast charging, these are my top picks. more…
Apple this week unveiled its new iPhone lineup, including the first ever foldable iPhone – the iPhone Duo. While the Duo itself is a fantastic device, it does leave me wishing that Apple did better for the iPad. more…
A new iPhone announcement always means a mad rush for accessories that will arrive when your new device arrives, and this year that includes an entirely new category with the iPhone Duo. ESR is a well-respected name in Apple accessories, and its iPhone 18 lineup covers the new iPhone Duo, the iPhone…
Blogger Nicolas Lellouche went digging in the iPhone Duo settings during his hands on time with the device. He found a curious new option in the display settings called ‘Shift Left Edge’. When enabled, this setting adds a bit of a black border to the left side, essentially adding fake bezel on the o…
It is time to take a look at the best new iPhone 18 Pro cases. Pre-orders for Apple’s latest just went live this morning and many of the best brands are now ready. Apple has a new slate of Silicone and TechWoven models in color-matched treatments, joined by loads of our favorite third-party solution…
You can install the final version of iOS 27 right now and explore Siri AI and other new features before the official release. Here's how. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
iPhone 18 Pro preorders open, with deliveries starting September 18 alongside the new Apple Watches and AirPods 5. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
The new iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are now available to pre-order. Apple announced the new phones on Wednesday, highlighting a variable aperture camera system, a smaller Dynamic Island, four new color options, and more. Pre-order iPhone 18 Pro from Apple Pre-order iPhone 18 Pro Max from App…
Macworld I’m sure this has happened to you too: You’re in the middle of a call on your iPhone and suddenly the call ends. Neither you nor the person you’re speaking to has hung up–at least, that’s what you think. Chances are that you accidentally pressed the side button on your iPhone. This can easi…
In an investor note seen by 9to5Mac, analyst Jeff Pu noted that while this week’s iPhone price hike was better than feared, the iPhone Duo is still likely to drive demand for the cycle, as early consumer interest appears strong. Here are the details. more…
Apple’s new iPhone 18 Pro cases and other accessories are now available in Apple Stores. Pre-orders for the new phones start tomorrow ahead of the launch in one week. more…
iOS 27 launches for all users next week, and will be followed not long after by the first iOS 27.1 beta and public launch. Here’s when to expect iOS 27.1’s arrival. more…
iPhone 18 Pro pre-orders start tomorrow, and you can “Get Ready” by making your selections in advance via the online Apple Store. Here’s the deadline for when those decisions need to be locked in ahead of pre-orders opening. more…
Starting Saturday, September 12, customers can pre-order iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max.
The variable aperture lens of the shiny new iPhone 18 Pro goes almost one stop wider than the fixed aperture lens in its predecessor: up from f/1.78 in the iPhone 17 Pro to f/1.48 (a smaller number is wider). In principle, this will allow for slightly shallower depth of field, enabling greater separ…
On September 11, 2009, Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer snatched a Microsoft worker's iPhone during a big meeting and pretended to destroy it. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
Macworld If you’re planning to buy a new iPhone, timing your purchase can save you hundreds of dollars or pounds. There are certain times of year when buying is a bad idea, and others when discounts, trade-in deals and retailer promotions make it much easier to get a bargain. Apple rarely discounts…
Macworld If you’re planning on investing in the iPhone Duo, here’s a question for you: Are you putting it in a case? I mean, it’s Apple’s most expensive phone. It would seem prudent to protect your investment. And now that Apple’s folding iPhone is real, case manufacturers will begin releasing cases…
Macworld Apple’s 2026 iPhone lineup is broader than ever, ranging from the relatively affordable iPhone 17e to the high-end iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, plus the ultra-thin iPhone Air and the new folding iPhone Duo. That gives buyers more choice, but it also makes picking the right model more complica…
Following this week’s Apple event, new Apple CEO John Ternus and marketing SVP Greg Joswiak sat down for an interview to talk more about the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo. In the interview with Tom’s Guide and TechRadar, Ternus and Joswiak discussed why Apple decided that now was the time to enter th…
Benjamin and Chance react to the September Apple event in this bumper special episode, featuring our first impressions (and Chance’s initial hands-on from the ground at Apple Park) with iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro, AirPods 5 and the new Apple Watch lineup. And in Happy Hour Plus, even more thoughts on…
Apple is extending free access to its satellite features for existing iPhone users for another year, the company revealed in a footnote to its iPhone 18 Pro press release. Here are the details. more…
From "copying Samsung" to "resurrecting 10-year-old tech", the best, worst, and most hilarious hot takes show just how important iPhone Duo is likely to be. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
Apple’s new iPhone Handoff feature, which lets users share a single phone number across two iPhones, will cost $5 per month on T-Mobile. Here are the details. more…
A new TrendForce report says the iPhone Duo is expected to capture 24,8% of the foldable smartphone market in 2026 alone, countering a 20% slump in the segment. Here are the details. more…
Following the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo announcement this week, Apple has started accepting iPhone Air and iPhone 17 trade-ins for credit. However, the iPhone Air offer is a bit of a sore spot, especially after this week’s price increases. more…
Look, no offense to Apple Vision Pro. I’m sure Apple Vision Pro is a very nice person. But iPhone Duo and Apple Vision Pro are not the same. There’s a take that the iPhone Duo may have the Apple Vision Pro problem. The idea is that due to its price and device-specific software, it may be a miss and…
iPhone 18 Pro packs lots of camera upgrades (great rundown here), with the tentpole addition being variable aperture. But there’s one other Main camera change that users like me might deem their favorite. more…
Now that the iPhone Duo is official, how do its hardware specifications compare with the similarly sized Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8? Let’s find out. more…
This week alongside its iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo unveilings, Apple launched a brand new Wrist Strap accessory for iPhone. Here are the details. more…
When iPhone Duo arrives next month, many third-party apps might not work as well as Apple’s built-in apps. There’s a reason for that, at least initially, though the situation should improve over time. more…
When it's iPhone Duo vs iPhone 18 Pro, Apple’s first foldable includes a larger screen, but loses out in cameras, cost and other features. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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Those with very long memories might have spotted a resemblance between the iPhone Duo and a prototype device seen way back in 2009, the Microsoft Courier. My headline is, of course, tongue-in-cheek: Microsoft never got any further than the prototype, and abandoned the project less than a year later.…
If ever there was a head versus heart moment in terms of Apple tech, it was in yesterday’s unveiling of the new iPhones. I already started the morning by wiping the drool from my desk after watching the iPhone Duo sections of yesterday’s keynote, but the true hero of yesterday’s show for me was the…
Source: Apple. An Apple event can only cover so much. Some of the most useful details turn up in the product pages, technical specifications, footnotes, and summary slides after the presentation ends. We’ve collected our favorite smaller changes from yesterday’s Surprise and Shine event below: iPhon…
The iPhone 18 Pro brings camera upgrades, more power and longer battery life, but is that enough to leave your iPhone 17 Pro behind? (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
Wow. After Samsung had a seven-year head start on Apple in the foldables market, the company really had to live up to its ethos of waiting until it could do a far better job than everyone else, and boy did it deliver with the iPhone Duo! It was abundantly clear that Apple had thought through every d…
The new iPhone 18 Pro has much better battery life than its predecessors, but it also has even faster wired charging. To fast charge the new iPhone, Apple says you need to use its dynamic 40-watt power adapter with 60-watt max output and USB-C cable. With this combination, you will charge at the max…
Apple extended free iPhone satellite access again, giving eligible owners of older models another year before any charges kick in. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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Apple unveiled the highly anticipated iPhone Duo today, its first-ever foldable iPhone. I spent a quick few minutes with the device after it was announced, here’s what it looks like in the real world. more…
The iPhone Duo apparently avoids the dreaded screen crease that plagues Android foldables. Plus other interesting folding iPhone details. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
Following today’s announcement of the iPhone Duo, Apple has launched a new set of resources to help developers prepare their apps for the company’s first foldable iPhone. Here are the details. more…
Apple’s hardware announcements usually bring a wave of smaller additions to the Apple Store. We’ve gone through the new cases, straps, wallets, and Apple Watch bands introduced alongside today’s products and collected the details below. iPhone cases and accessories iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Ma…
The iPhone 17 price hike many had expected just arrived. Understand why it was unavoidable — not a cash grab by Apple. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)