A judge approved Apple's $250 million settlement over Siri privacy allegations. The payment will go to owners of affected iPhone models.

• Siri Settlement Approved: Apple to Pay Owners of Some iPhone Models (MacRumors)
• Apple’s $250 million Siri settlement just got approved, here’s who gets paid (9to5Mac)
• Judge approves Apple's $250 million settlement offer over Siri lawsuit (AppleInsider)

"The Morning Show" will conclude after five seasons on Apple TV+. The final season airs in 2027.

• 'The Morning Show' Returning to Apple TV for a Final Season Next Year (MacRumors)
• 'The Morning Show' will bring Apple TV's first prestige drama to an end in 2027 (AppleInsider)
• Apple TV announces the end of ‘The Morning Show’ after 5 seasons (MacDailyNews)
• Apple TV’s ‘The Morning Show’ will end with season five in 2027 (MacTech)
• Apple announces The Morning Show is ending after season 5 (9to5Mac)

Apple is developing an AI-powered virtual shopping assistant for its Store app. The feature could help customers find and purchase products.

• Apple Store App Getting AI Shopping Assistant (MacRumors)
• Apple Store app may soon get an AI-powered shopping assistant (9to5Mac)
• Apple Store app Virtual Shopping Assistant could be coming soon (AppleInsider)
• Apple Store app might soon get an AI shopping assistant (Cult of Mac)
• The Apple Store app may soon get a virtual shopping assistant (MacTech)

Apple released the second public beta of iOS 27, featuring Siri AI enhancements and speed upgrades. The second macOS 27 public beta is now available for download.

• iOS 27 public beta 2 is here with Siri AI, iPhone speed upgrades, and more (9to5Mac)
• macOS 27 public beta 2 now available, here’s how to install it (9to5Mac)
• Second macOS Golden Gate Public Beta Now Available (MacRumors)
• Apple releases second public betas of macOS 27, iOS 27, iPadOS 27, tvOS 27, and watchOS 27 (MacTech)
• tvOS 27 and watchOS 27 Second Public Betas Now Available (MacRumors)

Apple plans to refresh its entire Mac lineup this year, including updated iMac, Mac Mini, and Mac Studio models. The company also is developing an OLED iMac variant amid rising AI demand.

• iMac Update Expected This Year, Model With OLED Display Also in Works (MacRumors)
• Upgraded Mac Mini, Mac Studio, and OLED iMac are all in the pipeline (AppleInsider)
• Apple gears up for total Mac lineup overhaul to capitalize on AI demand (MacDailyNews)
• Two new Macs might skip M5 chips and go straight to M6 (9to5Mac)
• Next Mac Mini Will Reportedly Have Mismatched M6 and M5 Pro Chips (MacRumors)

WhatsApp launched CarPlay support and enabled iPad account sign-ups. The messaging app also added Android Auto upgrades.

• WhatsApp Announces New CarPlay Experience, iPad Sign-Up, and More (MacRumors)
• WhatsApp adds Apple CarPlay and Android Auto upgrades, iPad sign-ups, and more (TechCrunch)
• You can now sign up for a WhatsApp account from an iPad (Engadget)
• At last, WhatsApp for iPad can be set up without another device (AppleInsider)
• WhatsApp for iPad no longer requires an iPhone for setup (MacWorld)

Foxconn has begun mass production of the iPhone 18 Pro ahead of a planned September launch. The manufacturer is ramping up hiring to assemble the new devices.

• Foxconn Ramps Up Hiring as iPhone 18 Pro Enters Mass Production (MacRumors)
• iPhone 18 Pro reportedly enters mass production ahead of September launch (9to5Mac)
• It has begun: Foxconn amassing army of workers for iPhone 18 Pro assembly (AppleInsider)
• Foxconn Boosts Hiring as iPhone 18 Pro Production Begins (TUAW (The Unofficial Apple Weblog))

Apple is winding down its iPhone Upgrade Program. The company plans to launch a new "Apple Upgrade" program next week.

• Apple Reportedly Planning to Wind Down 'iPhone Upgrade Program' (MacRumors)
• iOS 27 code suggests Apple could restrict apps and services on leased devices due to missed payments (MacDailyNews)
• Apple winding down iPhone Upgrade Program: report (9to5Mac)
• iOS 27 code hints at strict penalties for missed Apple lease payments (MacWorld)
• 'Apple Upgrade' Program Reportedly Launching Next Week (MacRumors)

iOS 27 Beta 4 code reveals Apple is developing a dual-battery iPhone model. The discovery suggests the company is preparing new hardware with enhanced power capabilities.

• iOS 27 Code References iPhone With Two Batteries (MacRumors)
• iOS 27 beta 4 mentions new iPhone model with multi-battery feature (9to5Mac)
• iOS 27 beta code reveals Apple is preparing a dual-battery iPhone (MacWorld)

Apple released iOS 27 and macOS 27 beta 4 to developers Thursday. The update includes major Siri AI enhancements under testing.

• Apple Seeds Fourth iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 Betas to Developers (MacRumors)
• iOS 27 beta 4 now available as Apple tests major Siri AI upgrade (9to5Mac)
• Apple starts round four of its iOS 27, macOS 27 developer betas (AppleInsider)
• Apple Releases macOS Golden Gate Beta 4 (MacRumors)
• macOS 27 Golden Gate beta 4 now available to developers, here’s what’s new (9to5Mac)

Apple released iOS 26.6 and iPadOS 26.6 release candidates for testing. The software update is now available to developers ahead of public release.

• Apple Seeds iOS 26.6 and iPadOS 26.6 Release Candidates (MacRumors)
• iOS 26.6 release candidate build surfaces for testing (AppleInsider)
• Apple releases first iOS 26.6 RC for iPhone (9to5Mac)
• Apple releases iPadOS 26.6 RC, plus watchOS 26.6 and more (9to5Mac)
• macOS 26.6 RC now available, here’s what’s coming (9to5Mac)

Apple embedded a hidden Siri popover interface in macOS 27 beta. Users can enable the feature through beta settings.

• How to enable Apple’s secret Siri AI interface buried in macOS 27 beta (MacDailyNews)
• Apple's Secret Siri Interface Buried in macOS 27 Beta: How to Enable (MacRumors)
• macOS 27 has a secret popover menu for AI power users (MacWorld)

Apple discontinued its Mac Pro line after shelving two planned models, including an Intel-based version. The company had ambitious designs for an expanded product before halting development.

• Apple pilots AI-powered ‘Live Notes’ at Genius Bar and reveals bigger ambitions for the discontinued Mac Pro (MacDailyNews)
• Apple Shelved Two Mac Pro Models, Including an Intel-Based One (MacRumors)
• Apple planned a monster Mac Pro, then killed it (Cult of Mac)
• Apple’s scrapped Mac Pro plans reportedly included a new Intel model (9to5Mac)
• The Mac Pro could have had a very different future (MacWorld)

Apple increased iCloud+ subscription prices in eight countries. The company adjusted its cloud storage service fees across multiple markets.

• Apple Raises iCloud+ Prices in 8 Countries (MacRumors)
• Apple raises iCloud+ subscription prices in several countries (9to5Mac)
• Apple bumps up the cost of iCloud+ in 8 countries (AppleInsider)

LEGO is considering a buildable Bondi Blue iMac G3 set. The iconic 1990s computer design has gained support from fans and designers.

• Colorful LEGO iMac G3 moves closer to becoming reality (Cult of Mac)
• Lego iMac? Please don’t block it, Apple (MacWorld)
• LEGO Considering Bondi Blue iMac G3 Set (MacRumors)

Apple released public beta versions of iOS 27 and macOS 27 Wednesday. The updates include Siri AI enhancements and platform improvements.

• Apple Opens Public Beta Testing for iOS 27 and macOS 27 (TUAW (The Unofficial Apple Weblog))
• First iOS 27, macOS 27 public betas are out, but you should still be careful (AppleInsider)
• The OS 27 public betas are out now with Siri AI, platform improvements, and more (MacWorld)