Apple’s Mac Edge Light feature could expand to the iPhone, according to an unconfirmed code finding shared by researcher pdfu on X. The post points to iOS 27 release-candidate code and a device subtype that appears to reference iPhone Duo. This is not an Apple announcement, and it does not prove that Edge Light will […]

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Apple says Live Rewind on Apple Watch cannot be used secretly because activation requires a deliberate double press of the Digital Crown, plays a chime, and shows a full-screen animation with a microphone indicator. The chime plays even when the watch is muted or headphones are connected. After activation, Live Rewind shows only a text […]

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Apple says Siri Recap can listen for conversations on Apple Watch, process the audio, and create a short high-level summary without keeping an audio recording for replay. The feature is opt-in, and users can control it by time, location, or a manual switch. Apple’s Audio Intelligence support document says raw audio is not recorded or […]

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Apple’s Apple Watch Ultra 4 technical specifications list precision dual-frequency GPS with GPS, Galileo, QZSS, and BeiDou, but GLONASS is missing. The older Apple Watch Ultra specification page lists GLONASS alongside those systems. That makes the omission a real change in Apple’s published wording, although Apple does not explain whether it reflects hardware, software, regional […]

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T-Mobile says iPhone Handoff will cost $5 per month, giving compatible customers a way to use one T-Mobile number across two iPhones. The feature arrives with iOS 27 and is aimed at people who regularly switch between a primary and secondary phone. Apple’s iPhone Handoff support guide says two phones need iOS 27 or later, […]

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Apple has extended free access to iPhone satellite features for another year for eligible iPhone 14, iPhone 15, and iPhone 16 users. The change lets qualifying owners continue using supported safety and messaging tools when cellular and Wi-Fi coverage are unavailable. What the published information says Apple says the extension applies to eligible devices activated […]

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The iPhone Duo gives Apple a new hardware category, but its long-term appeal will depend on the apps that arrive after launch. A foldable 7.6-inch display has room for more information, but only thoughtful layouts can turn that room into a real advantage. What the published information says Apple has published developer guidance for iPhone […]

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Apple’s first foldable iPhone may quickly become one of the category’s biggest products. A new analyst forecast says iPhone Duo shipments could give Apple almost one-quarter of global foldable smartphone shipments in 2026, despite the phone arriving late in the year. What the published information says TrendForce expects Apple to ship about five million iPhone […]

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The iPhone Duo has prompted comparisons with Apple Vision Pro because both are expensive first-generation products that need developer support. The comparison misses an important point, because iPhone Duo remains an iPhone when it is folded and becomes a larger screen when it is opened. What the published information says Apple says the device opens […]

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Apple’s first foldable iPhone brings together the company’s familiar phone software and a larger screen that opens into a 7.6-inch workspace. It is a carefully considered first step into a category that Samsung and other Android makers have been refining for years. What the published information says Apple says iPhone Duo has a 5.4-inch outer […]

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iPhone Duo and Galaxy Z Fold8 are close rivals because both combine a conventional outer screen with a tablet-sized inner display. Their shared format hides important differences in handling, durability claims, software, cameras, and price. What the published information says Apple lists a 7.6-inch inner display and 5.4-inch cover display for iPhone Duo, while Samsung […]

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Apple is expected to announce the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and its first foldable iPhone at its September 9 “Surprise and Shine” event. With the launch only hours away, the latest reports give us a clearer picture of when buyers should be able to preorder each model. The Apple September 9 event […]

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The best iPhone 17 Pro deals are getting more interesting just hours before Apple’s September 9 event, especially if you do not need whatever Apple announces next. The iPhone 17 Pro still starts at $1,099.99 in the US, but current carrier promotions can bring that cost down to $0 through monthly bill credits. Apple’s “Surprise […]

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Apple’s “Surprise and shine” event takes place today, September 9, at 10 a.m. Pacific Time, or 10:30 p.m. IST, with the iPhone 18 Pro lineup, Apple’s first foldable iPhone, new Apple Watch models, and possibly AirPods 5 expected to lead the keynote. Apple’s September 9 event details However, Apple has several other products in development […]

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Apple’s September 9 event carries the tagline “Surprise and shine,” and the invitation gives us a few visual clues about what Apple may announce. The artwork shows a bright Apple logo against a pale blue background, with a strong point of light passing through its center and subtle rainbow-like refraction around the edges. The event […]

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Apple has not announced the iPhone 18 Pro price yet, but the latest reports suggest the new flagship will start at around $1,199 in the United States. That would make it $100 more expensive than the iPhone 17 Pro, which launched at $1,099. Earlier estimates were considerably higher. Analysts previously suggested prices between $1,299 and […]

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Apple’s September 9 event is expected to bring the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, but anyone waiting for the standard iPhone 18 will likely have to wait several more months. Apple appears to be splitting the iPhone 18 generation across two launch windows for the first time. Apple has confirmed its September […]

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Apple is only hours away from its “Surprise and Shine” event on September 9, and AirPods 5 have emerged as one of the likely hardware announcements alongside the iPhone 18 Pro lineup and new Apple Watch models. Apple has not confirmed the earbuds, although references inside macOS 26.7 and multiple reports now point to a […]

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Apple is expected to introduce the Apple Watch Series 12 today during its September 9 “Surprise and shine” keynote, with the new smartwatch reportedly bringing a faster chip, expanded health tracking, longer battery life, new software features, and the return of a premium ceramic case. The overall design is expected to remain close to the […]

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Apple is hours away from its September 9 keynote, and its first foldable iPhone is shaping up to be the biggest announcement of the event. After years of reports calling the device the iPhone Fold or iPhone Ultra, the latest information points to a new name: iPhone Duo. Apple has not confirmed the device publicly, […]

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