A lifetime subscription to this $199.90 scanner app is only $40 right now
Macworld TL;DR: iScanner turns your iPhone or iPad into a document scanner , and a lifetime subscription is on sale now for $39.99. Physical scanners take up desk space and are tied to one room, and the free scanning apps on your phone are usually just a vehicle to send you ads. iScanner is a US-based scanning and document tool for iPhone, iPad, and Android that works with virtually any document, and a lifetime subscription is on sale for $39.99 (reg. $199.90). iScanner finds the edges of a page automatically, straightens curves and skews, and reads text in more than 20 languages. Once a document is scanned, you can export it as a PDF, JPG, DOC, XLS, PPT, or TXT file, so contracts, tax forms, receipts, and handwritten notes all leave your phone in a usable format. Theres more to iScanner than basic document scans. You can correct color, remove noise, sign by hand or from an image, black out text you dont want seen, and merge or split files by page. Confidential scans can be locked behind a PIN. Scanning modes go beyond paper too, including ID cards and passports, math problems, area measurement, object counting, and QR codes. Your purchase includes 200 MB of cloud storage and every future update. iScanner runs on iOS 16, iPadOS 16, and Android 10 or later, and this deal is open to new users only. Get an iScanner Lifetime Subscription on sale for $39.99. iScanner App: Lifetime Subscription (iPhone, iPad & Android) See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change .
Macworld Podcast: Our 1000th episode!
Macworld This is episode 1,000 of the Macworld Podcast!Weretaking this opportunity totake a lookat some historic Apple releases andhow they were coveredway backthen. This is episode 1,000 with Michael Simon , Jason Cross , and Roman Loyola . Watch episode 1000 on YouTube Listen to episode 1000 on Apple Podcasts Tune in to episode 1000 on Spotify Get info Click on the links below for more information on what was discussed on the show. Apple unveils the iPhone: Episode 64 Cyrus Faviar, the founder of the Macworld Podcast Apple announces MacBook Air: Episode 103 Dan Moren, former Macworld staffer First impressions of Siri: Episode 266 TheMacalope Apple drops headphone jack from iPhone:Episode 524 iPhoneX first impressions: Episode 581 Chris Breen, formerMacworldPodcast host Original Apple Watch announcement Comment Corner Will my Apple Watch 11 be slower on watchOS 27 if my phonedoesnthave Apple Intelligence support? Daymon D. via email I do have a question about audio intelligence. If the watch is only buffering the last 15 seconds, and doesnt record anything, how is the summary feature invoked? To create the summary it has to record what the watch hears. Presumably the recording is happening on the iPhone, right? William L. via email Subscribe to the Macworld Podcast You can subscribe to the Macworld Podcastor leave us a review! right here in the Podcasts app . The Macworld Podcast is also available on Spotify and on the Macworld Podcast YouTube channel . Or you can point your favorite podcast-savvy RSS reader at: https://feeds.megaphone.fm/macworld To find previous episodes, visit Macworlds podcast page or our home on MegaPhone . Apple
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iOS 27.2 beta is out now, skipping over iOS 27.1
Macworld Just a couple days after the wide release of iOS 27, Apple has released the first beta of iOS 27.2. Thats not a typo: its iOS 27.2, not 27.1. We never saw a 27.1 release, but Apple is beginning beta tests for the 27.2 branch. This likely has something to do with the iPhone Duo, which is going on sale in October. We know the iPhone Duo will come with iOS 27.1, but we dont yet know if any other devices will ever get a 27.1 update, or when all the devices will get on the same version together. Whats new in iOS 27.2 As beta testers report new capabilities in this version, well report them here. New Health app: The 27.2 beta includes the new Health app, with a totally new redesign and AI-powered health insights. Siri AI languages: Apple said that Siri AI, which launched supporting only U.S. English, will expand to French, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, and Spanish in October. Messages suggestions: A feature of the iOS 27 beta that was cut for the full release, the feature that suggests replies in Messages may return in 27.2. Automatically fix passwords: Another feature cut just before the final iOS 27 release is the ability to automatically fix compromised passwords. That might return in 27.2 as well. iOS 27.2: How to install the public beta If you want to test the iOS 27 beta releases but are not a registered developer, follow these steps: Click Sign Up on the Apple Beta page and register with your Apple ID. Log in to the Beta Software Program. Click Enroll your iOS device. Open the Settings app, tap General , then Software Update . In the Beta Updates section, select the iOS Public Beta . It may take a few moments after registering for the beta option to appear in Software Update. iOS 27.2: How to install the developer beta Youll need to be registered as an Apple developer, but a free developer account will do. You can get one via Xcode or the Apple Developer app in iOS. Heres how to do it via the Apple Developer app: Download the Apple Developer App from the App Store. Open the app. Tap on Account. Sign in using your usual Apple ID. Find out everything you need to know about iOS 27 in our iOS 27 superguide .
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This 8TB cloud storage lifetime subscription dropped from $899 to $280
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The MelGeek Centauri80 Rei Edition is the kind of keyboard that immediately grabs your attention before you even get to its day-to-day user experience and Hall effect features. This officially licensed Evangelion collaboration is built around Rei Ayanami and EVA-00, with themed detailing across the aluminum chassis, transparent keycaps, engravings, lighting, and even the OLED touchscreen. Its also every bit as premium as it looks, carrying a hefty $459 price tag . Beyond the design, youre getting gasket mounting, 8,000Hz polling, 0.01mm Rapid Trigger, magnetic switches, and a dedicated OLED touchscreen in the top-right corner. There are obviously much cheaper ways to get the Hall Effect performance, but the Centauri80 Rei Edition is clearly aimed at someone who wants the keyboard itself to be a centerpiece of the battlestation. Ive been using it as my main board for the past few weeks, and heres how its been holding up. more
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Through its official Amazon storefront, Govee is offering its Table Lamp 2 Pro with a JBL speaker down at $134.99 shipped, beating out the direct website where its keeping to its full $180 price . Discounts this year have mostly kept the costs between $160 and $150, though there have been a handful of drops to $135 peppered in, which is beaten out by the one-time fall to $125 during Junes Prime Day that carried over into the first week of July. Youre getting the next-best price with the deal here, which cuts $45 off the going rate. You can also shop the brands other smart lighting device deals in the official Amazon storefront here. more
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Apple may revive Xserve for the AI market
Macworld According to a report by The Information, Apple could re-enter the server hardware market. The servers would be targeted at the AI development, with availability starting in 2029. While Apples plans are tentative, the servers have reportedly been in the works for a year. The company has two types of servers centered around M8 Ultra chips, one with two M8 Ultra chips, while another has four M8 Ultras. The Information also reports that Apple could use Nvidias NVLInk Fusion technology, which is used for high-speed connections between chips. Nvidia in 2025 opened up NVLink to other companies for use in their servers. Mac hardware has become very popular with AI developers. Online processing is a vital part of AI, so Apples desire to get into the AI server market is a good opportunity for the company. Apple used to sell Xserve, a line of servers, but it was discontinued 15 years ago. When the company discontinued Xserve, it recommended that customers use a Mac Pro or Mac mini, which is a viable solution for a single, stand-alone server or a very small cluster. With AI, however, large server clusters are needed, and companies want the blade form factor that is the standard in the industry. The M8 Ultra is a few generations beyond the current fastest chip Apple offers, the M5 Ultra. The M5 Ultra is found only in the Mac Studio and requires a two-pound cooling system. Apple will have to create a cooling system that can fit in a 1U or 2U rack-mount design. Bloombergs Mark Gurman, who has previously reported on Apple plans to release an AI server, responded to the report by stating that Apple could be using the M7 Ultra in its server for 2029, but its also possible Apple is doing M8 Ultra simultaneously.
Apple is reportedly developing an enterprise server built on its own chips
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Best iPhone 18 cases for iPhone 18 Pro
Macworld You waited months for Apples new iPhones to arrive, but its worth protecting that investment from day one. The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are tougher than previous generations, but they can still be scratched, chipped or damaged in a drop. A good case also does more than protect your phone: it can improve grip, add a stand or wallet, support MagSafe accessories and give your iPhone a completely different look. There are hundreds of iPhone cases to choose from, ranging from inexpensive silicone shells to rugged cases built for serious drop protection. Price isnt always a reliable guide to quality, either: a cheap case can split, yellow or develop faulty buttons, while spending more doesnt necessarily mean youll get the best case for your needs. Thats why we test and compare as many iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max cases as we can. We consider protection, materials, build quality, grip, raised screen and camera edges, MagSafe compatibility, weight, useful extras such as stands and card storage, and how the case feels in everyday use. Where manufacturers make specific drop-protection claims, we include those too so you can compare different levels of protection. In this guide weve grouped our recommendations into clear, colorful, protective and leather or faux-leather cases, with options at a range of prices. Our recommendations balance protection with practicality rather than simply favoring the toughest or most expensive case, so whether you want something slim and unobtrusive, highly protective or simply more stylish, you should be able to find the right case here. Best clear cases for iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Best fun cases for iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Best protective cases for iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Best leather cases for iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Do I need an iPhone case for iPhone 18? Many consumers damage their devices each year, with cracked, chipped or shattered screens the leading reason for iPhone repairs. A screen protector is an important first line of defense, but a case with a raised edge can much better protect the display from everyday knocks and drops, and tough sides and back will reduce the risk of damage from an accidental fall. Ceramic Shield 2, introduced with the iPhone 17 generation, protects the front of the iPhone 18 Pro and offers three times better scratch resistance than the iPhone 16 Pro. The back uses Ceramic Shield, which Apple says offers four times better crack resistance than the back glass used on earlier models. The 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max are the best-protected iPhones yet, but a case is still worth buying. It helps keep that pristine finish looking new and, when its time to trade up, a well-protected iPhone can retain far more resale value than the cost of the case itself. Which type of iPhone case to choose Apple gives you a handful of finishes; a case gives you thousandsan easy way to make an iPhone 18 look like yours. You can choose a clear case that shows off the iPhones original color but adds vital protection, or choose a case with more personality. Protection is key, and some cases will add higher levels of defense than others. Material matters too: silicone for grip and everyday feel, leather or vegan-leather for a refined look, Graphene (elastic yet harder than diamond and up to 200x stronger than steel, according to case makers) or Kevlar (the material used to make bulletproof vests) for serious durability. Kevlar is a type of Aramid Fiber , a strong, heat-resistant synthetic material that gives the material incredible strength and stability. Beyond looks, think about how you use your phone. Want hands-free video? Look for a case with a built-in stand. Want to leave your wallet at home? Choose one with card storage. And if you charge wirelessly, check for MagSafe compatibility most cases now offer it, and its worth confirming before you buy. Best clear cases for iPhone 18 If you want to keep your iPhone 18 Pro or iPhone 18 Pro Max looking like Apple intended you could leave it unprotected without a case, or simply choose a clear case that shows off the iPhones color while protecting it from everyday knocks and drops. Apple iPhone 18 Pro Clear Case Premium clear case Pros Made by Apple Shows off iPhone 18s color Cons Basic protection Ugly on Pro / Pro Max Expensive Price When Reviewed: $49 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $49 View Deal $49 View Deal $49 View Deal $49 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 29g Camera edge: 2mm Button covers: Plastic Colors: Clear Available for: iPhone 18 Pro | iPhone 18 Pro Max Amazon: iPhone 18 Pro | iPhone 18 Pro Max This simple, rigid iPhone 18 protective case from Apple is thin and light. The point of clear cases is that they shouldnt disguise the color of your iPhone that you chose when you purchased it. However, Apples Clear Case has a prominent white MagSafe ring that aligns with the charging coil beneath the iPhones Ceramic Shield back. Its white whatever color of iPhone 18 Pro or Max that you ownits a shame Apple didnt color-match this to each phone but that would have meant creating four different versions. To be fair, its less obtrusive than the Apples Clear Case for iPhone 17 Pro. The Apple Clear Case is made from a blend of optically clear polycarbonate and other flexible materials, with a scratch-resistant coating on both the inside and outside. While its more protective than silicone cases and features a robust-looking 2mm camera lip, you can find tougher cases, which we have reviewed below. Zagg Crystal Palace & Santa Cruz Cases Quality family of clear cases Pros Shows off iPhone 18s color Differing levels of protection, function Anti-yellowing Metal accent models Price When Reviewed: From $29.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $29.99 View Deal Zagg $29.99 View Deal $49.99 View Deal $54.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide MagSafe compatible: Yes, except basic Lite Weight: From 36g Raised edge: 2mm Camera edge: 1.2mm Button covers: Plastic Colors: Clear Available for: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Amazon: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Zagg has a number of popular scratch-resistant clear case models, including the Crystal Palace Snap, available with and without a kickstand) and a simpler Lite option without MagSafe and lower but still impressive drop protection. Zaggs ClearGuard tech reduces the yellowing that affects many clear cases surprisingly quickly. The Crystal Palace Snap ($54.99 / 39.99 with kickstand, $49.99 / 34.99 without) has textured sides for better grip, MagSafe, and 13ft drop protection. The Crystal Palace Lite Snap ($39.99 / 24.99) has MagSafe, 10ft drop protection and no kickstand. The entry-level Crystal Palace Lite ($29.99/ 19.99) lacks MagSafe and kickstand but still offers 10ft drop protection. Both use PC and TPU, but the construction is fundamentally different. The premium Crystal Palace Snap uses a single, solid piece of PC across the back and sides to create a harder, more scratch-resistant clear case, with TPU used strategically so that there are no seams between the back and sides. The Lite version uses significantly more TPU, relying on a PC back plate combined with flexible, TPU sides. That makes it lighter and less expensive, but more susceptible to yellowing over time than PC. Adding metallic accents, the Graphene-fortified Zagg Santa Cruz ($59.99 / 44.99 with kickstand, $54.99 / 39.99 without) gives the clear case an elegant edge and vibrancy with 13ft drop protection, MagSafe and kickstand. Mous Clarity clear case Customizable clear case Pros Shows off iPhone 18s color Customizable bump, stand, button colors Anti-yellowing Price When Reviewed: From $64.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Mous $64.99 View Deal $79.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide MagSafe compatible: Optional Weight: From 39g Raised edge: 1.8mm Camera edge: 0.5mm Button covers: Plastic; Metal option Colors: Clear (Black or Stone sides) Available for: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Amazon: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max The Mous Clarity clear case shows off the device beneath with a UV anti-yellowing finish. In the corners, AiroShock protection is a defense against drop impacts. The scratch-resistant layer is molded into the panel itself, not merely sprayed on top. You can buy as the clearest non-MagSafe ($64.99 / 54.99) or MagSafe compatible with logo ($69.99 / 59.99), in a Black frame or Stone. For extra customization, you can mix and match your case with different colors of metal kickstand, camera guard and metal buttons. Best colorful cases for iPhone 18 Apples choice of iPhone 18 Pro colors is, shall we say, limited. Burgundy is nice but its no Cosmic Orange, and third-party case designers have had a lot more fun so you can personalize your new iPhone from a choice of thousandsfrom simple silicone cases to some pretty crazy designs. Apple iPhone 18 Pro Silicone Case Apple's soft touch case Pros Made by Apple Color range Price When Reviewed: $49 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $49 View Deal $49 View Deal $49 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 30g Button covers: Silicone Colors: Burgundy, Olive, Crisp Blue, Navy, Magenta, Black Available for: iPhone 18 Pro | iPhone 18 Pro Max Amazon: iPhone 18 Pro | iPhone 18 Pro Max If youve got any money left after shelling out for the latest iPhone, Apple will gladly take it for one of its own iPhone 18 cases. Its Silicone Case comes in six fetching colors. Apples silky, soft-touch silicone case for iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max feels great. On the inside, theres a soft microfiber lining for softer device protection. Theres no ugly MagSafe block as found on Apples Clear Case as the silicone case creates its own choice of colors. The Silicone colors for the iPhone 17 range were more vibrantbut we like the 18 Pros punchy Magenta pink, in case Burgundy is just too dark for your tastes. Casely Cases for iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Pros Massive choice of styles Optional protection levels Cons Low camera edge Price When Reviewed: From $40 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Casely $40 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 39-56g (Classic); 46-62g (Bold Case) Raised edge: 1mm-3mm Camera edge: 1.5mm Button covers: Plastic Colors: 500 different designs Available for: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Casely makes several types of case for the iPhone 18 Pro series. The Classic case is lighter, slimmer and more flexible with a glossy finish (1mm raised screen and camera edges), while the Bold case is more protective (with 8-foot drop protection) and comes with a matte finish and 3mm raised edge. The Align cases offer an even more premium defense, with claimed 10ft drop protection na d a soft-touch grip, and There are nearly 500 designs to choose from. Some I wouldnt dare take out of my pocket but everybodys different, right? There are psychedelic patterns, Beatles cases, plain/plaid/gingham/checkerboard/mirrored/marbled cases, impressionist cases and some just plain crazy styles. Casely also offers Grippy , a silicone suction phone mount with MagSafe that securely fastens to flat, glossy surfaces such as mirrors and windows for hands-free photo and video shooting or browsing. Casetify iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Cases Pros So many designs Optional protection levels Stand Price When Reviewed: From $42 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $42 View Deal Casetify 52 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 69g (Ultra Case) Raised edge: 1.4 to 1.8mm Camera edge: 0.54 to 2.2mm Button covers: Plastic Colors: 1,000s of different designs Available for: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Amazon: All iPhone 18 Pro series Fancy making your iPhone 18 Pro look like an old-school camera, or feature ripple or cloud effects, cartoons, Spiderman, drunk cats, polka dots, stars, and more? Not only does Casetify have an enormous range of thousands of iPhone case designs, but it offers many with different levels of protection: the slim Impact Case (for everyday defense of up to 8.2-foot drop protection); Ultra Impact Case (heavy duty with extra corner cushioning, thicker bumpers, and more pronounced raised edges, for up to 11.5ft drops); and Bounce & Ultra Bounce Cases (even stronger shock-absorption tech, with up to 32.8-foot drop protection). You can also choose to include an integrated camera ring that flips out as a stand when you need it and folds flat when you dont. Casetify Maybe the most bizarre/fun case for the iPhone 18 Pro/Max is the Casetify Cloud Case , pictured above. Built with a premium soft-touch silicone, and offering 6.6ft. drop protection, this case features a Michelin-Man-like protective puffed bumper and body with an ergonomic grip. The raised bezel from the screen is a mighty 2.1mm with 2.4mm raised camera ring. Available in Cotton, White, Sky Blue, and Marshmellow Pink, it is sadly not MagSafe compatible as most of the other Casetify cases are. Zagg Milan, Luxe and Sedona Cases for iPhone 18 Pro Pros Range of styles and models Price When Reviewed: $54.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $49.99 View Deal $54.99 View Deal Zagg $54.99 View Deal $54.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: From 34g Raised edge: 2mm Camera edge: 1.2mm Drop protection: 16 feet (Sedona), 13 feet (Milan), 10 feet (Luxe) Button covers: Plastic Colors: Obsidian, Glitter, Polka, Ethereal, Navy, Pink, Mint, Navy, Gray, Green and more Available for: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Amazon: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Zagg embraces fashion with its Milan range of iPhone cases, from ethereal waves to polka dots with many varied styles to choose fromwe are particularly taken by Ethereal Wave and Essence. The Milan case can be purchased with or without a kickstand but all are MagSafe compatible, with a textured grip and 13ft drop protection. The Sedona series of cases feature more deep, muted tones than the sometimes wild Milan, but still with super-tough 16ft drop protection. It comes with a secure grip and kickstand option. The Luxe Case features lesser but still effective 10ft drop protection and is made from 100% post-consumer recycled materials in a handful of diverse colorways. Nomad Sport Case smooth and grippy at the same time Pros Smooth backplate Grippy bumpers Price When Reviewed: $55 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $55 View Deal Nomad $55 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 47g Raised edge: 1mm Camera edge: 0.5mm Drop protection: 8 feet Button covers: Metal Colors: Driftwood, Lunar Gray, Black, Rosewood Available for: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Amazon: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max The minimalist Sport Case features both a satin-smooth backplate and grippy bumpers to make it less easy to accidentally drop but still easy to pull from a pocket. Interchangeable Stellar Orange buttons are included With 2.2mm thick bumpers, its drop protection is 8 feetso perfect for placing on the top of your head even if you are very tall. ESR Classic Hybrid Case for iPhone 18 Pro Affordable protection with great flexible stand Pros Frosted or clear Flexible Stand Drop protection Wide color range Price When Reviewed: $33.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $21.66 View Deal ESR $29.99 View Deal $33.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 47g Raised edge: 1.2mm Camera edge: 2.4mm Drop protection: 16 feet Button covers: Plastic Colors: Clear, Black, Blue, Bubblegum Pink, Deep Burgundy, Misty Blue, Orange Available for: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Amazon: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max ESRs Classic Hybrid Case for the iPhone 18 Pro series offers a clear or frosted TPU, PC and acrylic body that offers super-robust 16-foot drop protection plus an adjustable Flex stand that is an effective zinc-alloy camera-lens guard when not acting as the stable stand. On top of the varied color options, stand and protective functions, it is attractively priced. The Clear version of the ESR Classic Hybrid Case is best if you want to stick to Apples original iPhone color, and the MagSafe logo is much less obtrusive than on Apples own Clear Case. OtterBox Figura and Lumen iPhone 18 Pro Cases Pros Soft and smooth finish Choice of designs Price When Reviewed: $39.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $39.99 View Deal OtterBox $39.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: From 27g Colors: Crema, Black, Eros (pink), Polus (blue), Terra (brown), Pois Green, Tortoise, Garden, Petals Available for: iPhone 18 Pro | iPhone 18 Pro Max Amazon: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max A simple minimalist iPhone 18 Pro series case, the OtterBox Figura Case is the brands most affordable case while still offering a covered camera plateau and raised edges, plus MagSafe compatibility. It has a soft, smooth texture, and we like the plain but Apple-simple Crema color (first pictured above)although there are a bunch to choose from. The similar but lower-profile OtterBox Lumen Case (Black only, shown on right of the picture above) is the lightest at just 34g. As with the Figura case, drop protection is down to 1x but that should still save you from casual drops and knocks. The OtterBox Commuter (3x), Sole (5x), and Defender Pro (7x) also reviewed here offer higher levels of drop protection. Torras Ostand cases Punchy looks and great stand Pros 360 precision stand Various protection levels Wonderful color choices Cons So many models to choose from Price When Reviewed: From $42.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $35.98 View Deal Torras $42.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 47g Raised edge: 1.2mm Camera edge: Up to 1.45mm Drop protection: 8 to 16 feet Colors: Many, many Available for: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Amazon: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Aside from its stellar array of fun color choices, what (ahem) stands out about the Torras Ostand range of iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max cases is its 360 precision Ostand that rotates all the way around for stable hands-free support. Turning it can get addictive like with a fidget spinner. The cases themselves are well built and come in all sorts of hues. Hats off to the naming teams for color titles such as Dusk Purple, Violet Summit, Polar Slate, Amber Brown, Raspberry Mist, Moon Jellyfish, Blueish Mint, and more. The cases arent just fun to look at, they feel great in the hand, too. Youll need a while to inspect the whole range, which offers maybe too many models to choose from. These include the entry-level Ostand Q3 Spin (also available as a clear case), with claimed 8ft drop protection and raised screen and camera guards. The Ostand Q3 Air Pro is my favoriteit has an anti-slip side texture to improve hand grip, Air Pro Tech protection with a dual-layer airbag system (Air Duet) that absorbs impact in stages: the outer airbag intercepts impact, while the inner airbag disperses residual shock. It claims 16.4ft drop protection. Torras The Ostand Q3 VegSkin features a refined leather-inspired touch, the Ostand Gradient Air available in Dusk Haze, Alaska Aurora, or Arizona Glow, and the Ostand Q3 Air Football Limited (pictured above) has options that match national soccer jerseys, including USA, Argentina, England, Portugal, and Germany. Mous Printed Collabs cases Clear case with printed designs Pros Wide range of 100 designs Customizable bump, stand, button colors Anti-yellowing Price When Reviewed: $79.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Mous $79.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide MagSafe compatible: Optional Weight: From 39g Raised edge: 1.8mm Camera edge: 0.5mm Button covers: Plastic Colors: Many designs (Black or Stone sides) Available for: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max You can order from Mouss wide range of designs, printed on durable, rigid iPhone 18 Pro/Max cases with the companys AiroShock tech, similar to the companys Clarity clear cases but with less of the iPhones original color showing throughthese designs are more fun. Choose from Stripes and Checks, Floral, Animal Prints, Polka Dots, Serpent, Fruits, and our favorite Deconstruct that acts as if you can see the circuitry inside your iPhone. Burga iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max cases Pros Over 500 original designs Protective options Fade-resistant hard shell Price When Reviewed: from $59.95 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $59.95 View Deal Burga $59.95 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide MagSafe compatible: Optional Weight: From 46g Raised edge: 1.7mm Camera edge: 0.6mm; 0.8mm (Elite) Button covers: Plastic Colors: 500+ designs Available for: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Amazon: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Another enormous range of designs is available from Burga, a favorite of my daughter. There are over 500 to choose from, so give your self time to scroll. There are also three different case types: Tough, Elite, and Elite Mirror. Tough is a classic glossy, lightweight hard shell case, while the Elite features higher end structural benefitsincluding CloudGuard shock absorption, microfibre lining, and improved side grips. The Elite Mirror a reflective surface and premium metallic camera bezels. Burga has another case type called the Puffy Elite that has a squishy texture made with a soft, bouncy, and touchable exterior, but there were no puffy cases for the 18-series at the time of writing. Best protective cases for iPhone 18 As pretty as some iPhone cases are, your principal consideration should be protection. Most decent cases offer reasonable protection, but these protective cases have extra robust features while often adding as little bulk as possible by using the latest, strongest materials. Kevlar is the material used to make bulletproof vestsits also known as Aramid Fiber . Graphene is even stronger. Other protective iPhone cases dont worry so much about thinness, and bulk up to protect your iPhone from the worst disasters that can befall it. These might suit you if you work in riskier environments or are an active outdoors iPhone user. OtterBox Defender Pro, Sole & Commuter Cases for iPhone 18 Pro Pros Grippable rubber edges Three- or two-piece designs Super protection level Price When Reviewed: From $69.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $55.23 View Deal OtterBox $69.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 50g (Pro XT); 63g (Pro) Button covers: Plastic Colors: Black, Blue, Green Available for: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Amazon: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max You have to work to get the maximum protection for your iPhone. You construct the OtterBox Defender Pro cases for iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max from either two or three protective pieces. OtterBox claims it has been tested to 7x military-grade protection levels. The slimmer two-part Defender Pro XT case remains reasonably thin but lacks the grippier sides of the three-part non-XT model. Its back is clear, although some versions have a pattern on top. Both feature shock-absorbing corners that dont bulge out too much as on some ultra-protective cases. The final third layer on the Defender Pro provides grippy sides and back to help prevent phone drops in the first place. These cases include a cover for the USB-C charging port to stop fluff and other debris entering and causing charging problems down the line. With 5x military-grade protection, the OtterBox Sole Case is a one-part design with a high-ridge tread around the case edge that feels rugged and adds grip. Theres an Xtra Hot Pink version for adventurous pinkies, who will also appreciate its removable, colorful finger loop. OtterBox Also highly protective, the OtterBox Commuter Case , pictured above, comes with a new retractable finger grip that tucks away flat when you dont need it and opens with a single finger when you do ($59.99) and without ($49.99). Military-grade protection is down from 7x to a still-impressive 3x as commuters are less at risk of wandering into combat zones on the way to the office. Its a slimmer dual-layer design with an inner rubber cover to absorb impacts and a rigid outer shell for bangs and scrapes, and again the charging port is covered. Also available at Amazon . Zagg Ranier and Teton Cases for iPhone 18 Pro Pros High 22-foot drop protection Rainiers high raised screen edge Price When Reviewed: $69.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $69.99 View Deal $69.99 View Deal $69.99 View Deal $69.99 View Deal Zagg $69.99 View Deal $69.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: From 68g Raised edge: Up to 2.75mm Camera edge: 1.2mm Drop protection: 22 feet Button covers: Plastic Colors: Black, Pop Pink, Wild Green, Sandstone, Navy Blue, Moss, Aubergine, Electric Orange Available for: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Amazon: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Zagg has two super-protective cases, each with 22ft drop protection. Both the Rainier and Teton cases are put together in a two-piece construction with reinforced frame and rugged case with impact-absorbing bumpers. Both feature a dual-orientation kickstand that lies flush with the case when folded in. In terms of looks, the Teton has a plainer design and the Rainier is colored on the sides and edges. The difference is also pronounced at the vulnerable edges with the Ranier boasting a 2.75mm raised edge around the screen compared to the Tetons shorter 2mm. Zagg markets its Teton iPhone case as engineered for harsh environments and rough terrain, and it comes with a holster for outdoor carrying. Rokform Rugged and Crystal Nothing looks tougher Pros Super protection level Magnetic case Bike/Car mount system Cons Chunkier than others Price When Reviewed: $69.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $69.99 View Deal Rokform $69.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: From 75g Raised edge: 2mm Camera edge: 1mm Drop protection: 6 feet Button covers: Plastic Colors: Black, Semi-Clear Available for: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Available only in black ( Rugged Case ) and a black and barely clear ( Crystal Case ) Rokforms cases for the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max appear to have only one thing on their minds, and thats super protectionbut theyre actually more clever than that. For protection, few cases look as toughthe build pairs a shock-absorbing TPU inner shell with a rigid polycarbonate outer shell and reinforced corners that push impact away from the screen and camera for true 360-degree defense. The sides are textured for better grip. Theres undoubtedly added bulk but it still adds only 4.15mm thickness. If you want to see a little of the iPhones own color, the Crystal Case has the same defensive highlights but a semi-clear design. On the tough back of each case, the companys RokLock twist-lock system attaches to a full range of bike, motorcycle and vehicle mounts. Nomad Rugged Leather Case Refined robustness Pros 15-foot drop protection Matte fingerprint-resistant backplate TPU bumpers & camera ring Price When Reviewed: From $69 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $69 View Deal Nomad $69 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 47g (Pro); 55g (Max) Raised edge: 1.85mm Camera edge: 0.7mm Drop protection: 15 feet Button covers: Metal Colors: Norte, Balandra, Arroyo Available for: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Amazon: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Nomads most protective iPhone 18 case is the aptly named Rugged Case. It has a combination of durable polycarbonate frame with fortified corner bumpers to protect your iPhone 18 from all angles. Drop protection is an impressive 15 feet, in case you like taking your iPhone out while climbing ladders or leaning out of windows. The backs feature eye-catching topographic maps based on Californian watersports spots famous for surfing and kiteboarding. ESR Cyber Tough Magnetic Case Solid colors, solid stand, solid design Pros High protection level Built-in kickstand Color options Cons Protection comes with a little bulk Price When Reviewed: From $29.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $23.79 View Deal ESR $29.99 View Deal $33.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 72g Raised edge: 1.7mm Camera edge: 2.4mm Drop protection: 26 feet Button covers: Plastic Colors: Black, Navy Blue, Deep Burgundy, Misty Blue, Orange, Space Gray, Olive Green Available for: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Amazon: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max ESRs most robust case is the Cyber Tough for the iPhone 18 Pro series. Drop protection is upped to 26 feet with its triple-layer shockproof structure featuring a rigid PC back, flexible TPE bumper, and PORON foam to absorb and disperse impacts. The adjustable Flex stand pulls out from the zinc-alloy camera-lens guard. Despite being so tough, the case is still available in a wide range of colors including a striking orange. Mous Limitless cases tough and attractive Pros Wide color range Upgradeable camera bump, stand, buttons Cons Some parts sold separately Price When Reviewed: From $69.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Check on Amazon Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: From 41g Raised edge: 1.8mm Camera edge: 0.5mm Button covers: Plastic; Metal option Colors: Many colors Available for: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Amazon: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Mous offers a range of protective cases to its iPhone 18 Pro series range, with its flagship Limitless Case, plus slimmer Aramid Fiber Ultra Thin and Super Thin cases. Limitless (from $69.99) is available in a range of colors and styles including the famous Mous Walnut finish, Black Leather, Speckled and of course Dark Cherry for the iPhone 18 Pro and Max. Other colors include Marine and Sky (different shades of blue) Stone, and Sage (green). The Limitless case is built from stiff, interlocking AiroShock impact-absorbing materials that reduce torsion or twisting during impact, adding structural rigidity. During purchase you can swap in a Camera Guard (sold separately) for full camera-bump coverage, or a Camera Kickstand for hands-free viewing. You can also upgrade to sandblasted and anodized, machined aluminum buttons to color match your case. Mous offers a Super Thin Case (with 1.3mm sides and 2mm back, and slightly lower 1.2mm raised screen edge) plus the lightweight 30g Ultra Thin Aramid Case (0.7mm sides and 1.7mm back) made from a material more commonly found in ballistic protection. Torras Ostand Q3 Rugged Defensive but still fun Price When Reviewed: $49.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $48.58 View Deal Torras $49.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 60g Raised edge: 1.4mm Camera edge: 0.8mm Drop protection: 16 feet Colors: Jet Black, Island Blue, Plum Purple, Sunrise White Available for: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Amazon: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max We mentioned the Torras Ostand cases earlier, and all offer decent everyday protection and more, but the Ostand Rugged likes to think of itself as the best when it comes to top-line defense. It is built with a flexible TPU bumper, dual-layer TPU air cushions at the top and bottom, 1.4 mm raised bezel around the screen, and a rigid 3mm rubberized matte PC back panel for impact protection and more comfortable grip. The Island Blue and Sunrise White colorways make it stand out from other super-tough iPhone 18 cases. Pitaka Cairn, Summa and Edge Cases Aramid Fibre patterns Pros Woven aramid fiber design Smooth texture High protection level Price When Reviewed: From $59.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $59.99 View Deal Pitaka $59.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 33g (Cairn, Summa), 20g (Edge) Raised edge: 0.1-0.3mm Camera edge: 0.5mm Drop protection: 4 feet (Summa), 8 feet (Cairn) Colors: Burgundy, Sunset Moment, California Dream and Twilight and Midnight Available for: iPhone 18 Pro | iPhone 18 Pro Max Amazon: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Pitaka is known for its tough woven aramid fiber cases with a pleasant silky-smooth texture. Distinctive colors include Sunset Moment, California Dream and Twilight and Midnight patterns, but there are also plainer and latticed patterns to choose from. The Pitaka Cairn Case is the toughest, made from a combination of aramid fiber and shock-absorbing TPU. The four corners feature an arched design that creates space around the phone, acting like built-in air cushions. On impact, they should deform to absorb shock. The sleek Pitaka Summa Case has a slightly slimmer profile but the robust same aramid fiber shell. The super-thin Pitaka Edge Case leaves more of the sides exposed but still offers solid protection despite being only just over 1mm thick and weighing less than 20g. It uses what Pitaka calls Mammoth Resin fused with the aramid fiber to reinforce structural integrity. Best leather and faux-leather cases for iPhone 18 Looking for a more luxurious look? There are many fine leather cases, more animal-friendly vegan leathers, and cases made from fully recycled materials such as Apples own TechWoven fabric made from 100 percent recycled polyester. Nomad Leather Cases Traditional, Modern, Clear, Back Pros Stylish Horween and Modern/Traditional options Price When Reviewed: From $69 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $39 View Deal Nomad $69 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: From 35g Raised edge: From 1mm Camera edge: 0.5mm Drop protection: 8 feet (Modern) Button covers: Metal Colors: Saddle, Rustic Brown, Black, Burgundy, Olde Dublin Available for: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Amazon: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Nomad has four different types of leather cases for the iPhone 18 Pro series. The Traditional Leather Case is available in Camino or Horween leathers with a full wrap from sides to back. Adding further protection, the Modern Leather Case has a grippy TPU bumper and 8ft drop protection. The interesting hybrid Clear Leather Case has has a clear polycarbonate body thats UV-blocking to stop yellowing, but also a leather back that hides the MagSafe elements that spoil that Apple Clear Case. If you like your iPhone 18s color and slimness more than most, the Mag Leather Back is an ultra-thin, precision-cut 2.2mm case-back that snaps on with micro-suction patches and an integrated magnet array. You lose any side protection but gain back the iPhones original thin frame. Apple iPhone 18 Pro TechWoven Case Apple's leather alternative Pros Tactile leather alternative Price When Reviewed: $59 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $59 View Deal $59 View Deal $59 View Deal $59 View Deal $59 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices MagSafe compatible: Yes Button covers: Metal Colors: Burgundy, Olive, Taupe, Chambray Blue, Mulberry, Black Available for: iPhone 18 Pro | iPhone 18 Pro Max Amazon: iPhone 18 Pro | iPhone 18 Pro Max Apple has created its own custom technical woven fabric thats made from 100% recycled polyester. It looks great as it features multiple colored yarns woven togetheron a Jacquard loomthat creates a dimensional texture with a rich depth of color. There are six colors to choose from. As with its Silicone Case, Apples range is muted rather than vibrant. Look elsewhere for some fun, but TechWoven is certainly lovely to look at. To give a better grip, the TechWoven Cases sides are coated with a lightly textured thermoplastic polyurethane. ESR iPhone 18 Pro Max Atelier Case Vegan leather, zinc-alloy stand Pros Soft Vegan Leather Flexible Stand Drop protection Price When Reviewed: $42.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $38.69 View Deal ESR $42.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 47g Raised edge: 1.85mm Camera edge: 0.5mm Drop protection: 12 feet Button covers: Metal Colors: Black, Deep Burgundy, Light Gray, Misty Blue Available for: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Amazon: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max ESRs Atelier Case brings a mixture of a refined leather feel with robust protection, with drop protection up to 12 feet via its TPU frame, microfiber lining, and raised edges. One of its standout features is the Flex Stand that pulls out from the protective camera guard and adjusts from 15 to 69 for easy viewing in either portrait or landscape orientation. Troubadour Leather Cases Actual leather with mod option Pros Stylish Wallet option for 18 Pro and Max Price When Reviewed: $59 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $59 View Deal $59 View Deal Troubadour $59 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 40g Raised edge: 1mm Camera edge: 1mm Button covers: Metal Colors: Black, Basalt, Tan, Obsidian Green, Terracotta Available for: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Amazon: iPhone 18 Pro | iPhone 18 Pro Max Previously sold under the Mujjo name, the Troubadour Leather Case for iPhone 18 Pro/Pro Max is crafted from full-grain, velour Danish calfskin, vegetable-tanned and processed with waterless DriTan technology. As there are no plastic coatings, the leather acquires a patina over time. Inside theres a satin-soft Japanese microfiber lining. Troubadour, which makes some of Macworlds favorite MacBook bags, also sells a Modular Case model featuring a removable magnetic back panel that allows you to switch between two modes. With the magnetic panel removed, a leather bumper protects the sides and corners while leaving the back of the phone bare. MagSafe accessories, such as the $49 / 49 MagSafe 3 Card Leather Wallet Stand , sit snugly inside the cavity rather than stacking on the back, keeping the profile slim in hand and in your pocket. Casebell Vintage Luxe and Timeless Cases Personalize your leather Pros Personalization options Nice color range Price When Reviewed: $79 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Casebell $79 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 40g Raised edge: 1.15mm Camera edge: 1mm Button covers: Metal Colors: Racing Green, Stone Gray, Sky Blue, Umber, Dark Brown, Noir Black, Burgundy Available for: iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Casebell uses two leathers: Vintage Luxe is vachetta, vegetable-tanned in Tuscany; and Timeless Luxe is Italian nappa full-grain leather. Both are designed to age with a patina. A luxury microfiber lining protects against scratches and dust. Burgundy is dyed through in the same wine dark red as the iPhone 18 Pro/Max, and deepens with age rather than wearing off the way a coated finish does. Sky Blue matches Apples Glacier. Wed have loved Apple to make a Racing Green iPhone just like one of the Casebell cases. This case stands out with its personalization options with custom embossing in gold, silver, or blind emboss (up to 4 characters). FAQ 1. What is Apples Ceramic Shield protection for iPhones? Apple introduced Ceramic Shield with the iPhone 12 in 2020, developed jointly with glassmaker Corning, and its been standard on every iPhone since (excluding the budget SE line). Its made by fusing nano-ceramic crystals into glass, then dipping it in molten salt so potassium ions swap places with smaller sodium ions, creating a compressive surface layer that resists cracking. This gave the original iPhone 12 four times better drop performance than the iPhone 11. Ceramic Shield 2 arrived with the iPhone 17 lineup in 2025, keeping the same crystal-infusion and ion-exchange process but with a refined composition thats roughly three times more scratch-resistant than the first generation, while retaining similar drop protection. The Pro and Max models of the iPhone 17 and 18 also have Ceramic Shield 2 added to the back of the device. 2. Why do you need an iPhone case? Your iPhone is a precision device that lives in an unpredictable worldpockets, bags, countertops, pavement. A case is what stands between an accidental drop and a cracked screen or shattered back. Its not a small risk either: plenty of new iPhone owners crack a screen within the first ten weeks of ownership ( source ). The IP68 rating means real dust and water resistance, but thats a lab resultreal life is messier. Add in the daily wear of being pulled in and out of a pocket, plus UV exposure over time, and the damage adds up quietly. A case wont make your iPhone indestructible, but it absorbs the everyday hits so you dont end up paying for a repair or a replacement. 3. Will the iPhone 18 Pro fit a case for the iPhone 17 Pro? The iPhone 18 Pro series are virtually identical to the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max. Even my iPhone 16 Pro fits in an 18 Pro case, and it works just fineit looks a bit weird at the back, but otherwise fits nicely. On the other hand, a 17 Pro or 18 Pro wouldnt fit in a 16 Pro case because of the rear camera positioning. Rokform told Macworld that its iPhone 18 Pro case lineup is compatible with iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro models. However, its older iPhone 17 Pro case lineup is not compatible with iPhone 18 models due to camera plateau design differences. Cases designed with tight tolerances might therefore have a problem as the camera plateau on iPhone 18 Pro/Max is about 0.5mm taller than on iPhone 17 Pro/Max. Leading case manufacturer OtterBox reports that its iPhone 18 Pro/Max cases are also compatible with iPhone 17 Pro, so the cases can be used interchangeably between those two models. New cases are custom-built for each device to guarantee a perfect fit and protection, so buying a case built specifically for your iPhone model is the safest option. Check our roundup of the Best iPhone 17 Cases and Best iPhone 16 Cases for the older models. 4. Do I need a screen protector if I use a case? Yes, its still worth using a screen protector even if you have a case, as the two provide different but complementary protection. A case protects the back, corners, and edges of your iPhone, while a screen protector is designed to protect the display itself from scratches and cracks. Tempered-glass screen protectors can help absorb direct impacts and protect against everyday scratches and abrasions. A case with a raised lip offers some protection if your iPhone lands face down, but it cant prevent every object or surface from making direct contact with the screen. 5. What type of iPhone case offers the best protection? When it comes to maximum protection for your iPhone, the clear winners are rugged cases built with multi-layer materials and military-grade drop ratings. Rugged cases typically combine a hard polycarbonate outer shell with a shock-absorbing TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane) inner layer, reinforced corners, and raised edges around both the screen and camera to prevent direct surface contact on drops. While silicone and leather cases offer decent everyday scratch protection, they simply cant match the impact resistance of a purpose-built rugged case. When choosing a protective case, look for: Raised lip around the front (at least 1mm) to keep the screen safely off surfaces. Raised camera edge (0.5mm minimum, some go up to 3.6mm). MIL-STD-810G certification a U.S. Department of Defense standard for durability. Reinforced corners for impact absorption. MagSafe compatibility if you wirelessly charge. How we test iPhone cases When we receive new cases, we test them for fit, button feel, grip, MagSafe strength and alignment, raised-edge camera and screen protection, bulk, weight, and day-to-day handling. Where we are unable to test a case ourselves, we assess it based on its specifications and our experience with other cases from the same manufacturer that have impressed us. We report manufacturers claimed drop-protection metrics. As we have listed iPhone cases only from trusted companies we feel safe in these claims but note that measurement is the makers own and not ours or Apples.
Mid-week Apple TV deals up to 80% off: Curb Your Enthusiasm, Manhattan, Batman, more
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James Sangma on JPC for FCRA Bill
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A clearly labeled conversation: OpenAI tests Sponsored Agents in ChatGPT
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Samsung brings One UI 9 to the rest of the Galaxy S26 series
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Apple outlines steep AI usage costs, and it
Macworld With the launch of iOS 27 this week, Apple Intelligence has reached maturity, with a real chatbot assistant in Siri AI, powerful photo editing tools, and legitimately good image generation. And its mostly free. Unlike ChatGPT, Claude, and other AI tools, which charge monthly fees for anyone who uses the service more than occasionally. For example, the free Claude plan has session-based usage limits that can kick in when youre using it too much. Those limits dont exist with Siri AI or any of the Apple Intelligence tools. Apple does charge for HomeKit Secure Video features. Apple has always tied HomeKit Secure Video to iCloud accounts for recording and viewing footage, but the Apple Intelligence features are costlier. Heres what Apple charges now: HomeKit Secure Video recording 50GB: 1 camera 200GB: Up to 5 cameras 2TB: More than 5 cameras However, that 2TB plan, which costs $9.99 a month, is the least you can spend to get Apples new AI Home app features, including video descriptions for recorded clips and natural-language search. And that only supports a single camera: HomeKit Secure Video recording with AI 2TB: 1 camera 6TB: 2 cameras 12TB: Up to 5 cameras A setup with five cameras that costs you $2.99 a month will now cost $59.99 a month if you want to include AI summaries. Thats a steep increase just to get AI summaries, but it speaks to the overall expense of AI. Storing and analyzing 4K videos all day long isnt cheap. And Apple cautions that camera counts and other iCloud+ plan features may change over time, so costs could go up. And it sounds like Apple is going to charge for other services soon. On the Apple Intelligence usage limits support page , Apple warns that limits are coming to other features, including Siri AI and Photos: In the future, Apple will implement usage limits on these and other Apple Intelligence and Siri AI features to ensure a high-quality, reliable experience for everyone. If you reach a limit in a particular feature, that feature will become available again after a time out period. Limits may vary by feature, request complexity, system demand, system policies, and other factors. Increased access to such features will be available for a fee. Its not clear when Apple will begin charging for AI features and conversations or how much it will cost, but enjoy your free Apple Intelligence while it lasts.
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Google and Nvidia launch an alliance to make data centres flex their power
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Mirror publisher Reach cuts 220 editorial jobs as Google
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Priority is also being accorded to recruitment, employee welfare, training, and promotion of renewable energy, he asserts
Priority is also being accorded to recruitment, employee welfare, training, and promotion of renewable energy, he asserts
ECoR GM Inspects Bhubaneswar Railway Station Redevelopment Progress
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How to downgrade macOS 27: Roll back Golden Gate to Tahoe
Macworld Upgrading macOS doesnt always go as planned. A new release might slow down your Mac, break essential apps, introduce bugs, or simply change features you rely on. If youre wishing you could go back to the version you had before, the good news is that you can downgrade macOS. While reverting a macOS update is generally easier than downgrading an iOS update , its not as simple as installing macOS . It is a multi-step process that typically requires wiping your Macs internal drive, as Apple does not allow installing an older version of the operating system directly over a newer one. Because you need to erase your Macs internal drive before you can reinstall an older version of the operating system, your data must be backed up first. The exact process depends on whether you created a backup before upgrading macOS. In this guide, we run through the safest way to revert to an earlier version of macOS, explain what works (and what doesnt), and help you choose the best method for your situation. Note: macOS 27 Golden Gate runs only on Macs with Apple silicon, so the main Golden Gate-to-Tahoe instructions in this article are for Apple-silicon Macs. We cover older Intel Macs separately below for readers using this guide to downgrade an earlier version of macOS. Can I downgrade from macOS Golden Gate to Tahoe? Yes, it is possible to downgrade from macOS Golden Gate (macOS 27) to macOS Tahoe (macOS 26), but the process is complex and requires you to completely wipe your Macs data and install the older version of macOS. Before you begin, confirm that your Mac can run Tahoe . A Mac cannot install a version of macOS older than the version it originally shipped with. A Mac introduced with Golden Gate may therefore be unable to run Tahoe, even if another Mac with a similar processor can. Check Apples compatibility information before erasing anything. You need the following: A backup : You will have to wipe your Mac, so you need to have a backup of your data. The correct macOS version : You need to download the full installer for the version of macOS you want to install. An external drive : You need to create a bootable installer of macOS. Apple says a 32GB USB drive has more than enough space for any macOS installer; 16GB is sufficient for most older versions. A reliable internet connection : The installer may need to download firmware and other information specific to your Mac. Follow these steps, which we explain in more detail below: Back up your Mac. Check that your Mac can run macOS Tahoe. Get the Tahoe installer. Create a bootable installer. Shut down your Mac and start it from the bootable installer. Erase the internal startup volume using Disk Utility. Install macOS Tahoe. Set up the Mac and recover compatible files from your backup. Can I downgrade macOS 27.1 to iOS 27.0 (or macOS 26.7 to 26.6)? Foundry Apple issues multiple point updates throughout the year. If something breaks following an update, you may want to return to the previous releasefor example, by downgrading from macOS 27.1 to macOS 27.0. The same principle applies to subsequent Golden Gate updates. Rolling back a point update can be more difficult than downgrading from Golden Gate to Tahoe because you need the full installer for the exact earlier release. Apple generally offers only the latest installer for each major version of macOS, so the macOS 27.0 installer may no longer be available after macOS 27.1 has been released. However, you may be able to obtain the required version of macOS using Terminal. We detail how to do this below (see step 2). As of September 2026 there were various version installers of Tahoe and Sequoia available using this method. A Time Machine backup cannot provide the missing installer or reinstall the earlier operating system. If you have access to the appropriate full installer, you can create bootable installation media and follow the erase-and-install process described below. If Apple no longer offers that release and you did not retain its installer, an ordinary downgrade may not be possible. Downgrading macOS to an earlier version: Step-by-step guide The steps below will help you revert to macOS Tahoe. Before you start, remember that you must wipe your Mac and perform a clean installation of Tahoe. Reminder: This will erase your Mac, so make sure you have a backup of important files before continuing. Before you begin: Back up your Mac Backing up your Mac is the most critical step before a downgrade because the process requires erasing your startup drive, which removes all locally stored data. If you dont already have a backup, you will need to make one. Time Machine is the standard backup method for most Mac users, but restoring data from a newer version of macOS to an older one can present problems. A Time Machine backup made under Golden Gate may contain Photos libraries, Mail databases, settings, application data, and versions of apps that are not compatible with Tahoe. A backup made while the Mac was still running Tahoe is therefore the safest one to use. However, it wont contain files created or changed after the upgrade to Golden Gate. If Golden Gate is still working, make a separate copy of every irreplaceable document you have created or modified since upgrading. Before recovering data from a Time Machine backup, you must install Tahoe on the Mac. You can then use Setup Assistant or Migration Assistant to transfer compatible accounts, apps, settings, and files from the backup. If you store documents in iCloud Drive or use iCloud Photos, fully synchronized items should become available again when you sign in to the same Apple Account after reinstalling macOS. Before erasing the Mac, check iCloud.com or another Apple device to confirm that important documents, photos, and videos have uploaded successfully. Remember that iCloud is a synchronization service rather than a separate backup, so keep an independent copy of irreplaceable files where possible. To ensure your data remains accessible after you return to an older version of macOS, consider these backup strategies: Manual file copying: Copy your most important files, folders, photos, and music to an external storage drive. Third-party backup software: Tools for backing up a Mac , such as ChronoSync , Get Backup Pro , SuperDuper , or Carbon Copy Cloner can create a separate copy of your data. Do not assume that a clone created under Golden Gate will be bootable on your Mac or that it can replace the Tahoe installer. Cloud synchronization: Make sure cloud storage services such as iCloud , Dropbox , OneDrive , or Google Drive have finished synchronizing. Do not assume that every apps data is stored in the cloud, as some applications store data only locally. Time Machine: If you have a Time Machine backup from before you upgraded to Golden Gate, you can use it to transfer compatible data after reinstalling Tahoe. For more help read: How to back up a Mac. 1. Check that your Mac can run Tahoe Step back to Tahoe, if your Mac can run it. Thomas Armbrster The version of macOS you install must be compatible with your Mac. A Mac that was upgraded to Golden Gate can be returned to Tahoe only if that model supports Tahoe. A model that first shipped with Golden Gate cannot be downgraded to Tahoe. For example, Apple announced the M6 Mac mini before Golden Gate was released, but the Mac did not ship until afterward and requires macOS 27. Always check that your model supports the older operating system before erasing the Mac. Check our lists of Macs compatible with Golden Gate and Tahoe . 2. Get the macOS Tahoe installer You can download old versions of macOS from Terminal, if they arent on the Mac App Store. Foundry The next stage is to get the full installer for the version of macOS you require. In most cases, the Mac used to download the installer must itself be compatible with the version of macOS you require. For this downgrade you need the Tahoe installer, not the Golden Gate installer. For Tahoe and earlier installers, see our guide to downloading older versions of macOS . Normally Apple makes older versions of macOS available to download from the Mac App Store. For example, you can get Sequoia , Sonoma and Ventura this way. However, as of September 2026, Apples hasnt made Tahoe available from the Mac App Store. We expect that it eventually will do so, but in the meantime the best way to get the Tahoe installer it to use Terminal. Terminal method Open Terminal. Type in the following: softwareupdate --fetch-full-installer --full-installer-version [number] You need to include the relevant version number. For example softwareupdatefetch-full-installerfull-installer-version26.6.2. To see which installers Apple currently offers for that Mac, run: softwareupdate --list-full-installers If Terminal reports that the update was not found, Apple may no longer offer that exact release, or it may not be compatible with your Mac. When the download finishes, the full installer will appear in the Applications folder. Quit it if it opens automaticallyyou need to retain it to create the bootable installer. In each case of the above screenshot the macOS installer is listed as Deferred: No, which means the installer is still available. Mac App Store method Open the Tahoe download link on a compatible Mac. If the Mac App Store does not open, close it if it is already running and try the link again in Safari. Click Get. Software Update should open and offer to download Tahoe. Click Download and confirm that you want to download the older operating system. If the installer opens automatically after downloading, quit it. You do not want to run it directly over Golden Gate. The installer will appear as an app named Install macOS Tahoe in the Applications folder. As noted above, downgrading from one Golden Gate point release to another requires the full installer for the exact earlier release. Because Apple generally offers only the latest installer for each major version of macOS, the version you need may no longer be available unless you previously downloaded and retained it. A Time Machine backup cannot provide the missing installer or reinstall the earlier operating system. 3. Create a bootable Tahoe installer Once you have it, you can use the bootable installer of Tahoe to downgrade your Mac. Foundry You cannot install Tahoe directly over Golden Gate. To install an older version of macOS, you need to create a bootable installer containing the Tahoe installation files. You will need a USB flash drive or other external volume. A 32GB drive is recommended, although 16GB is sufficient for many older macOS installers. The drive will be erased during the process. Follow our complete guide to creating a bootable macOS USB installer , selecting the instructions and createinstallmedia Terminal command for macOS Tahoe. The Tahoe command is: sudo /Applications/Install macOS Tahoe.app/Contents/Resources/createinstallmedia --volume /Volumes/MyVolume Replace MyVolume if your external drive has a different name. Make sure --volume contains two ordinary hyphens, not an en dash or em dash. The linked guide explains how to prepare the drive, run the command and troubleshoot the creation process. 4. Start your Mac from the bootable installer You want to choose the Install macOS Tahoe option, similar to whats shown. Foundry With the bootable Tahoe installer ready, the next step is to start your Mac from it rather than from the internal drive currently running Golden Gate. Shut down the Mac. Connect the bootable Tahoe installer directly to the Mac. Press and hold the power button. Continue holding it until the startup options screen appears. Select the bootable installer, then click Continue. Connect to Wi-Fi if prompted. 5. Erase the internal startup volume Foundry Warning: This step will permanently remove the local accounts, applications, settings and files stored on the Mac. When the Utilities window appears, select Disk Utility and click Continue. In Disk Utility, choose View > Show All Devices if the internal volumes are not visible. Select the internal macOS startup volume, usually named Macintosh HD. Click Erase or Erase Volume Group, as offered. Use Macintosh HD as the name and APFS as the format. Confirm the erase and wait for it to finish. Quit Disk Utility to return to the Utilities window. Erase All Content and Settings is not, by itself, a downgrade tool. It removes data and settings while retaining the installed operating system. To replace Golden Gate with Tahoe, you need to erase the startup volume from the bootable installer environment and then install Tahoe. 6. Install macOS Tahoe Finally, you can get Tahoe back on your Mac. Foundry With the internal startup volume erased, you can now install Tahoe from the bootable installer. In the Utilities window, select Install macOS Tahoe and click Continue. Follow the onscreen instructions. When asked to choose a destination, select the newly erased internal volume, normally Macintosh HD. Keep the Mac connected to power and the internet while installation completes. It may restart several times. 7. Set up your Mac Foundry After Tahoe is installed, the Mac will start in Setup Assistant. If you have a Time Machine backup from before the Golden Gate upgrade, you can connect the backup disk and transfer your information during setup. Time Machine can transfer your accounts, apps, settings, and files after Tahoe has been installed, but it does not perform the operating-system downgrade, you need to do that first (as per the steps above). If your only backup was made under Golden Gate, setting up the Mac as new and copying your documents back manually is the safest approach. This reduces the risk of importing an app, database, or setting that requires macOS 27. You can then reinstall Tahoe-compatible versions of your apps individually. 8. Transfer data from your Time Machine backup Once your Mac is set up you can copy your data from your backup. Foundry A backup made while the Mac was still running Tahoe is the best one to use. To transfer its contents during Setup Assistant, choose the option to transfer information From a Mac, Time Machine backup, or startup disk. Connect the backup disk, select the appropriate backup, and choose the accounts, apps, settings, and files you want to transfer. If you have already completed setup: Connect the Time Machine backup disk. Open Migration Assistant from the Utilities folder in Applications. Choose to transfer information From a Mac, Time Machine backup, or startup disk. Select the Time Machine disk and then the appropriate backup. Choose the categories you want to transfer and click Continue. The selected backup will not contain anything created or changed after it was made. Copy those newer documents back from the separate backup you created before erasing the Mac. What to do if the older macOS wont install Check the following: Confirm that the Mac model supports the version you are installing. Confirm that the full installer is in the Applications folder and is named correctly before creating the USB installer. Connect the installer directly rather than through a hub or dock. Make sure the Mac is connected to the internet. Re-create the installer if Terminal says it is invalid or the installation fails repeatedly. Confirm that the internal startup volume was erased as APFS. Installing macOS 27 may also update the Macs firmware. Installing Tahoe later does not necessarily roll that firmware back; a macOS downgrade and a firmware downgrade are not the same operation. Tips to avoid problems and data loss when you downgrade macOS Reversing an upgrade carries a number of wrinkles and pitfalls. Many are caused by changes in file formats and settings between versions of the operating system. If you create a document or work on a file in a newer version of macOS and then try to open it in an older version, it may not work. Where possible, export important documents in standard or widely compatible formats before erasing the Mac. For example, you could export a document as RTF or PDF in addition to retaining its native version. Take screenshots of preferences and settings Whenever you perform a clean installation of macOS, its a good idea to take screenshots of custom settings in apps and System Settings. That makes it easier to re-create them later. Make a note of account details for anything you set up while running the newer operating system. Export bookmarks if they are not synchronized, and make sure you have access to application installers, subscriptions and license codes. Synchronize cloud services If you use Dropbox, OneDrive, Google Drive or another cloud storage service, make sure synchronization has completed before starting the downgrade. Files visible in a synchronized folder may not have finished uploading. If you use Gmail, iCloud Mail or another IMAP service, make sure recent mail and drafts have synchronized. If you use a POP3 account, manually back up locally stored mail before erasing the Mac. Finally, keep the Golden Gate backup intact until you have confirmed that Tahoe starts correctly and that all essential documents have been recovered. Do not erase or repurpose the backup drive merely because the downgrade appears to have completed. Downgrading an older Intel Mac Golden Gate does not support Intel Macs. These instructions are for if you want to downgrade an earlier macOS release on an Intel Mac. Intel Macs start from a bootable installer by holding Option (Alt) at startup. Macs with the Apple T2 Security Chip may also need Startup Security Utility configured to allow booting from external or removable media. See our bootable macOS installer guide for the complete Apple-silicon, Intel and T2 instructions. An Intel Mac may also be able to use Internet Recovery. Start it while holding: Shift-Option-Command-R to offer the macOS that came with the Mac, or the closest version still available. Option-Command-R to offer the latest macOS compatible with the Mac. Command-R to reinstall the current version. Internet Recovery cannot install a version older than the one the Mac supports, and the exact version offered can vary.
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