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The touchscreen MacBook Pro completes the circle started 10 years ago
Macworld October 27, 2016 was a day that shook the laptop market. Some of us are still recovering from what Apple did on that day, and how it lead to insanity amongst devoted Mac users. On that day, Apple introduced the first MacBook Pro with the Touch Bar . And the world was never the same. Okay, sarcasm aside, the Touch Bar, on the surface, seemed like a good idea at the time. That idea was to provide more dynamic input capabilities than the standard F keys across the top of the keyboard. In our early hands-on of the Touch Bar when it was revealed, Macworld editor Susie Ochs felt like it had potential, despite some lag. However, the Touch Bar suffered from what seemed like neglect from Apple. Its performance never really improved, and it never evolved beyond those early days. Five years ago, I wrote about how I really tried to like the Touch Bar , but I was ready to move on. I could never adjust my workflow to the accommodate the strip screen, and prefer having physical function keys that I can press without hunting them down with my eyes first. And now, 10 years after the Touch Bar introduction and almost exactly three years since its discontinuation , Apple will reportedly release a touchscreen MacBook Pro. The Touch Bar was seen by some as an Apple compromise for not having a touchscreenthere was even speculation that the Touch Bar was a precursor to a touchscreen Mac, but Apple shot down that theory . Now, as Apple prepares to launch what most people had given up on, the excitement of those early Touch Bar days can be felt once again. But I cant help but wonder if the touchscreen MacBook Pro will follow the same pattern as the Touch Bar: Impressive at first, but as time goes on, it doesnt seem necessary. According to rumors, Apple will treat touch as an option rather than a necessity, despite attaching a hefty premium to touchscreen devices. macOS Golden Gate is said to be retooled to work with fingers, but Apple will need to be active in touchscreen development to make it more successful than the Touch Bar. But for now, lets enjoy the anticipation and promise that Apples first touchscreen Mac brings. And pour one out for the Touch Bar that had to die so the touchscreen MacBook could live.
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Macworld Apples Pro and Tell media experience takes place in Los Angeles today, Wednesday, October 28, 2026, starting at 10 a.m. Pacific / 1 p.m. Eastern / 5 p.m. U.K. The announcements have already begun. Apple unveiled the iPad mini with A20 Pro on October 26, followed by the M6 MacBook Pro and M6 iMac on October 27. Attention now turns to the rumored OLED touchscreen MacBook Pro , which Apple has not yet announced. Follow our Pro and Tell live coverage for the latest developments. This will be Apples second launch event this October. The company announced HomeView , HomePod mini 2 , a new Apple TV 4K and the Apple Home Collection at its Welcome Home launch on October 13, 2026. Apples annual event calendar typically includes WWDC in June and the iPhone event in September , with additional launches sometimes taking place in spring and October. Dates are rarely confirmed far in advance, but past schedules and reliable reporting offer clues for anyone planning to buy a new Apple device . Heres everything we know about Apples next event, including the date, start time, expected announcements and what could follow. When is Apples next event in 2026? October 28, 2026: Apples confirmed Pro and Tell media experience in Los Angeles. Apple has invited selected media to a product experience in Los Angeles on October 28, starting at 10 a.m. Pacific / 1 p.m. Eastern / 5 p.m. U.K. However, a product announcement could arrive earlier. Over the past few days, Apple has published its announcements at around 6 a.m. Pacific / 9 a.m. Eastern / 1 p.m. U.K . Apple has spread this weeks launches across several days. The iPad mini was announced on October 26, followed by the M6 iMac and standard 14-inch M6 MacBook Pro on October 27. Todays media experience will give invited journalists an opportunity to see Apples new products. A redesigned touchscreen MacBook Pro is expected. What time is Apples October 28 event? The Pro and Tell media experience in Los Angeles will start at 10 am Pacific. Thats the following times elsewhere in the world: Los Angeles 10 am PDT New York 1 pm EDT U.K . 5 pm GMT (the U.K. clocks change before this event.) Paris/Berlin 6 pm CET India 10:30 pm IST Perth 1 am, October 29 Adelaide 3:30 am, October 29 Sydney/Melbourne 4 am, October 29 New Zealand 6 am, October 29 This wont be broadcast as a keynote. What has Apple announced ahead of its October 28 event? iPad mini with A20 Pro: Announced October 26, with an OLED display and a thinner, lighter design. M6 MacBook Pro: Announced October 27. This updates the standard 14-inch model while retaining its familiar design and non-touchscreen display. M6 iMac: Announced October 27, bringing a new processor and improved connectivity to the existing 24-inch design. Apple announced the iPad mini with A20 Pro on October 26, followed by the M6 iMac and standard 14-inch M6 MacBook Pro on October 27. Preorders for the three new products begin October 28, with availability from November 6. What will Apple announce at its next event? Apple is expected to introduce redesigned MacBook Pro models with OLED touchscreens, lighter bodies and M5 Pro or M5 Max processors on October 28. OLED touchscreen MacBook Pro : Apples first touchscreen Macs with OLED displays, a lighter design and M5 Pro or M5 Max chips. Apple exec Greg Joswiaks X post on October 19 was a strong indication that the MacBook Pro will be the headliner for the event: Cant wait to pro and tell next week. pic.twitter.com/3wUkxwq35i Greg Joswiak (@gregjoz) October 19, 2026 Will Apple livestream the second October event? Apple hasnt confirmed a livestream for the Los Angeles gathering, which is billed as a hands-on media experience rather than a traditional keynote. Apple has already announced a new iPad mini and M6 Macs ahead of the gathering. For updates on any further announcements and reports from the media experience, follow our Pro and Tell live blog . Apple event calendar 2026: What has Apple launched this year? Timescale Event theme Dates Products January Product announcements January 26 Launched: 2nd generation AirTag March Special Experience March 2-4 Launched: iPhone 17e, MacBooks Neo, Pro & Air, iPad Air March Product announcements March 16 Launched: AirPods Max 2 June WWDC June 8 Unveiled plans for: iOS, macOS, other software, AI and Siri September iPhone event September 9 Launched: iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, iPhone Duo, new Apple Watch, AirPods 5 August Product announcements August 25 Launched: Mac Studio with M5 Max and M5 Ultra, Mac mini with M6 and M5 Pro October Welcome Home Apple Experience October 13 Launched: HomeView, HomePod mini 2, new Apple TV, and Apple Home Collection October Product announcements October 26 OLED iPad mini October Product announcements October 27 M6 14-inch MacBook Pro, M6 iMac October Pro and Tell Media Experience October 28 confirmed Rumored: Touchscreen MacBook Spring 2027 TBC TBC Expected: iPhone 18, iPhone 18e, iPhone Air 2 Apple has held four events so far in 2026, including its March and October hands-on Experiences. On March 4, the company invited select media to hands-on experiences in multiple locations. In the run-up to that date, Apple launched several products via press release, including the iPhone 17e , M4 iPad Air , and M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro , M5 MacBook Air and the MacBook Neo . The second event was WWDC , which began with a keynote on June 8. At the WWDC keynote Apple outlined the upcoming changes to its operating systems, including iOS 27 and macOS 27 Golden Gate . In August Apple issued press releases to announce the new Mac mini and Mac Studio . At the September 9 event Apple unveiled the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max , a foldable iPhone Duo , a new Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 , and AirPods 5. Apples October 13 Welcome Home announcements included HomeView , a new smart-home display with a 7-inch touchscreen; HomePod mini 2 ; a fourth-generation Apple TV 4K with an updated Siri Remote; and the Apple Home Collection , a range of cameras, doorbells, locks, and thermostats developed with accessory partners. Calendars at the ready. Foundry FAQ 1. How far in advance does Apple announce an event? Apple usually announces its events around one to two weeks before they take place, although the timing varies. The October 13, 2026 Experience was announced just five days in advance. Apple also sometimes chooses to announce products via press release without holding an event. 2. How long do Apple Events usually last? Apple keynotes usually last between one and two hours and feature the CEO alongside various other Apple executives. WWDC and the September event tend to be longer keynotes; the spring and late-fall events can be slightly shorter. For example, the September 2024 keynote event was 1 hour 38 minutes. 3. What time do Apple events normally start in U.S., U.K. and other global time zones? Apples keynote events tend to start at 10 am PT or 1 pm ET. That translates to the following times in the countries where most of our readers live: U.S. : 10 am PDT, 11 am MDT, 12 pm CDT, 1 pm EDT Canada : as above, plus 2 pm ADT U.K. : 6 pm Europe : 7 pm CEST, 8 pm EEST India : 10:30 pm IST Australia : next day 1 am AWST, 2:30 am ACST, 3 am AEST New Zealand : next day 5 am NZST The timings are generally the same for all Apple Keynotes, but can be slightly different if Apple holds the event during the period of a couple of weeks when the clocks have changed in the U.S. but not elsewhere (in 2026 the clocks will change in the U.S. on November 1, while in the U.K. they change on October 25). Sometimes Apple holds events at different times, for example, in October 2023 the event was held in late afternoon in San Francisco, which meant it was midnight in the U.K. The event on October 13, 2026 started at 9 am in New York, 2 pm in the U.K. If Apple doesnt hold an event and instead just issues a press release, that usually happens around 8 am PT, 11 am ET and 4 pm U.K. time. 4. How often does Apple hold events? There can be as many as four Apple events in a year: Spring Event WWDC in June iPhone Event in September Late Fall Event in October This event calendar is by no means set in stone, though, with the spring and October events being less regular. Some years, Apple doesnt hold a spring event at all. In 2025 Apple only held two events, preferring instead to announce new products via press release. 5. Will there be a live stream at the next Apple Event? There was no public livestream for the October 13 Experience and one isnt expected for the October 28 event. Apple usually livestreams the iPhone announcement in September and the WWDC keynote in June. 6. Does Apple ever announce products without an event? Apple frequently announces products without a keynote event, often opting for press releases or multi-day announcement windows. In recent years, the company has increasingly reserved its large-scale media events for major flagship launches, such as the primary iPhone lineup in September, while using press releases for iterative updates or chip bumps that may not warrant a full hour-long presentation. 7. How to watch an Apple event Apple events are typically broadcast across several digital platforms, allowing viewers to tune in from almost any device. While the company previously restricted access to its own hardware or the Safari browser, these barriers have been removed in recent years. You can access live Apple presentations through the following official channels: YouTube : This is often considered the easiest way to watch. Apple streams its keynotes live on its official YouTube channel, which can be accessed via any web browser or the YouTube app on smartphones, tablets, and smart TVs. Apple.com : The company hosts a dedicated Events page on its official website. Apple TV App : The stream is available within the Apple TV app on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV hardware. Keynotes are usually listed in the apps lineup a day or two before the event begins. Apple Podcasts : Apple also showcases its events through the Podcasts app on Apple devices, where you can watch the video presentation. We usually run a Live Blog which will provide minute-by-minute text updates and analysis as products are announced. Following the end of the event, detailed breakdowns will also be available on the Macworld Podcast, which can be found on Spotify, Soundcloud, and Apple Podcasts. Will Apple have a second October event in 2026? Apple Apple has already unveiled new products on October 13atanAppleExperienceinNewYork, but a second October product showcase is set for October 28, this time in Los Angeles. Will Apple hold a spring event in 2027? John Ternus: Apples new CEO. Michael Simon / Foundry Apples spring events have become increasingly unpredictable. The company has not held a traditional spring event since May 2024, although it did invite members of the media, including Macworld, to a Special Apple Experience in 2026. Rather than a keynote presentation, the March 4, 2026 gathering was a hands-on showcase that followed three days of product announcements, including the MacBook Neo, iPhone 17e, and M5 MacBook Air. Will Apple take a similar approach to spring product launches in 2027? Its certainly possible. The format appeared to work well, allowing each product announcement to receive its own media coverage rather than competing for attention during a single event. Apple is expected to release three iPhone models in spring 2027 or it could be two new iPhones, with the Air and iPhone 18 merging. iPhone 18 (base model) iPhone 18e iPhone Air 2 Apple may also update the MacBook Air with an M6 processor in spring 2027. When is WWDC 2027? Foundry When is the WWDC keynote? In 2026 the WWDC keynote was on Monday June 8. In 2025 it started on Monday June 9. We expect WWDC will start on Monday 7 June in 2027. WWDC generally runs from the Monday to Friday in the second week of June. What Apple could launch at WWDC WWDC is Apples big developer event at which it reveals plans for the operating systems that run on Apple hardware. In June 2027 we expect Apple to unveil details of iOS 28, iPadOS 28, macOS 28, updates to watchOS, tvOS, HomePod software, and an update to Apples visionOS. Apple sometimes announces new hardware at WWDC, usually the high-end models targeted at power users, so we could see new Macs. Following the keynote on Monday, developer events and sessions will run throughout the week. You can read more about WWDC date, times and everything you need to know in a separate article. What did Apple launch at past events? So far in 2026 Apple has held an experience, which rather than being an event in the traditional sense, was a chance for journalists to get a look at products Apple had launched in the days prior, including MacBook Neo and iPhone 17e. The company also hosted the WWDC keynote on June 8, at which it revealed its plans for Apple Intelligence and Siri in iOS 27, macOS 27 and the other operating systems. Apple held its iPhone launch event on September 9 at which the iPhone 18 Pro and Max, iPhone Duo, Apple Watch Series 12, Apple Watch Ultra 4 and AirPods 5 launched. Plus Apple has unveiled new Home focused products (HomeView, HomePod mini 2 and Apple TV 4K) at a Welcome Home experience on October 13. In 2025 Apple only held two events. The first was its Worldwide Developers Conference ( WWDC ) on June 9, at which it introduced the new features coming in the next version of its operating systems, and the second was the huge September 9 Apple Event where it launched new Apple Watches , new AirPods Pro and the new iPhones for 2025 . Apple doesnt have to hold an event to launch new products though. Prior to WWDC, Apple launched a new iPhone 16e via press release on February 19, a new iPad and iPad Air via press release on March 4, and a new MacBook Air and Mac Studio on March 5. Apple then went on to launch a new M5 MacBook Pro and M5 iPad Pro in October. No event was held to mark these launches. In 2024 , Apple held three events: one on Tuesday, May 7, at which it launched new iPads; a keynote to kick off WWDC on June 10; and an event on September 9 at which Apple unveiled the new iPhone 16 , Apple Watch Series 10 and the AirPods 4 . In October 2024 there was no event, but Apple did announce new products (iMac, Mac mini and MacBook Pro) via press release. In 2023 there were three events: WWDC in June, an iPhone event in September, and Apples second fall event on October 30 (or after midnight on October 31 if you werent in the U.S.). In 2022 Apple held three events: a spring event on March 8, WWDC on June 6, and the iPhone 14 launch on September 7. In other years Apple has held four events though. Foundry When were Apples past events? Spring Apple events have been held on the following dates: 2026: Experience Wednesday March 4 2025: No event 2024: Tuesday May 7 2023: No event 2022: Tuesday March 8 2021: Tuesday April 20 2020: No event 2019: Monday March 25 2018: Tuesday March 27 2017: No event 2016: Monday March 21 2015: Monday March 9 2014: No event 2013: No event 2012: Wednesday March 7 WWDC events have fallen on the following dates: WWDC 2026: June 8 (8-12) WWDC 2025: June 9 (9-13) WWDC 2024: June 10 (10-14) WWDC 2023: June 5 (5-9) WWDC 2022: June 6 (6-10) WWDC 2021: June 7 (7-11) WWDC 2020: June 22 (22-26) WWDC 2019: June 3 (3-7) WWDC 2018: June 4 (4-8) WWDC 2017: June 5 (5-9) Here are the past few Apple September event dates: 2026: Wednesday, September 9 2025: Tuesday, September 9 2024: Monday, September 9 2023: Tuesday, September 12 2022: Wednesday, September 7 2021: Tuesday, September 14 2020: Tuesday, September 15 2019: Tuesday, September 10 2018: Wednesday, September 12 2017: Tuesday, September 12 In the past, Apple has held a second fall event on the following dates: 2026: Tuesday,October13AppleExperience 2025: No event 2024: No event 2023: Monday, October 30 2022: No event 2021: Monday, October 18 2020: Tuesday, October 13 and Tuesday, November 10 2019: No event 2018: Tuesday, October 30 2017: No event 2016: Thursday, October 27 2015: No event 2014: Thursday, October 16 2013: Tuesday, October 22 2012: Tuesday, October 23 2011: Tuesday, October 4
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Apple Creator Studio gets a major AI boost with latest update
Macworld On Tuesday, Apple announced new features in the apps for Apple Creator Studio , its collection of professional creative apps for Mac, iPhone, and iPad. The updates will be available in November for free to current Creator Studio subscribers. Each of the 10 apps that make up Creator Studio received a major update. Video software updates Apple acquired plug-in developer MotionVFX earlier this year; the company specialized in video editing and graphics tools subscriptions that cost for $29 per month. The MotionVFX tools for color grading, rotoscoping, and tracking, as well as graphics, themed templates, titles, and transitions will be incorporated into Final Cut Pro in the update for no extra charge. Final Cut Pro now has cross-app functionality with Pixelmator Pro, so editors can open images directly from the timeline and save changes back to the project without needing to reimport the image. Other enhancements include more keyframe easing options, the ability to disconnect clips from the primary storyline to place them anywhere on the timeline, and 23 new transcription languages. Apple Motion also benefits from the MotionVFX acquisition; it incorporates new options for 3D camera tracking, cinematic color grading, and one-click selection for visual effects. Motion also supports a new Displacement filter, image generation and edits from text descriptions, cross-app functionality with Pixelmator Pro, and fine-tuned keyframe easing. Compressor supports the ability to encode Cinematic mode video recorded on iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo . Pixelmator Pro Pixelmator Pro gets the power of AI with its new Generate Fill option that performs edits based on a users description. It takes into account the surrounding area to match lighting, perspective, and texture to create a seamless blend. Sharpness is maintained with Pixelmator Pros built-in Super Resolution technology. Logic Pro Apple worked with OpenAI for a new intelligent assistant in Logic Pro for Mac. The assistant can be used for navigating workflow productions, refining an active project, starting a new song, or setting up a vocal track. The Browser has been redesigned to make it easier to find effect patches, instruments, loops, and more. Logic Pro can analyze and classify sounds to make them easier to find. The enhanced Stem Splitter now has the ability to isolate, replace, or rebalance drum parts without needing the original multitracks. A new Sergio George Producer Pack features authentic Latin jazz and salsa loops, including a full salsa percussion section, brass ensemble, and basses. Apple Logic Pro also has a Voice Memo Studio Sound feature that can reduce noise in iPhone recordings. And Logic Pro on both the Mac and iPad has Liquid Glass Ui enhancements. Freeform, Keynote, Numbers, Pages Apples productivity apps are enhanced by a new Intelligent Assistant that understands document context and can be used to develop content. For example, the assistant in Keynote can be used to design slides. In Pages , the assistant can help with fine-tuning whats been written. In Numbers , the assistant can calculate, visualize, and organize data, recommend chart types, and build custom tables. Apple accidentally revealed these features last week when it prematirely posted the update early. The Content Hub for these apps now includes Apple-curated stock video footage, and subscribers get new templates and themes. Keynote introduces support for Keynote Interchange Format (.keyx), an open JSON-based bundle file format. Freeform adds text styles, and in December, will have the ability to edit images directly in Pixelmator Pro and generate editable shapes from text descriptions. Apple Creator Studio is available via subscription for $12.99/12.99 per month or $129/129 per year. Education pricing is available. Up to six family members can share all of the apps and content included in Apple Creator Studio with Family Sharing. One-time-purchase versions of Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Pixelmator Pro, Motion, Compressor, and MainStage are available on the Mac App Store. Freeform, Keynote, Numbers, and Pages are free.
Haul your full Switch 2 setup to holiday hangouts with this discounted travel case at $25
JSAUX Nintendo Switch 2 Travel Case Buy for $25 (Reg. $29) What we love When I head to hangouts over the holidays, I prefer to keep the fun flowing with games and the like. Over the years, this has included various Nintendo consoles and I really cant recommend this sort of approach enough. This case can fit the dock, console, and more for only $25. more
Todays lineup of the best Apple TV deals is now ready to roll, including titles like Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast (2017), Moana (2016), The Hunchback of Notre Dame, The Jungle Book (2016), The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh, American Gangster, Blumhouse of Horrors 15-Movie Collection, Late Night with the Devil, Longlegs, Lincoln, and much more. We also have 20% off AirPods Pro 3 , the pre-order discount on the new Apple TV 4K rolls on, and we also have Apples least expensive M5 MacBook Air at $200 off with a FREE 70W charger as well. The Apple TV deals await below. more
Apple Creator Studio update adds MotionVFX to Final Cut, and AI to everywhere
Final Cut clips can finally be unlocked from the primary timeline - hallelujah.
Tight office space? Check out this compact two-tier standing desk with drawers for $110 (Save 21%)
HUANUO Compact Electric Standing Desk with Drawers Buy for $110 (Reg. $139) What we love If your office setup is anything like mine, you dont have room for a massive desk. That said, there are plenty of options like this unit that respect that and make the most of it. I love that it builds upwards with two tiers and four built-in drawers. more
Amazon is currently offering the Philips Sonicare 7300 Electric Toothbrush with 3x brush heads down at $139.96 shipped in Deep Black and Navy Blue colorways. Down from $200, weve mostly seen this model discounted to $170 in 2026, while there were some one-time falls to $133 in March and $100 in June. The deal here gives you a $60 markdown off the going rate, landing it at the best price since Junes Prime Day and beating out the fall Prime Day from a few weeks ago. You can also find other deals on alternate models and accessories in the official Amazon storefront here . more
Apple iPhone Duo vs Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold: The differences beyond foldable style
With the iPhone Duo now in people's hands, how does it compare to Google's Pixel 11 Pro Fold?
Quarter-zip golf shirt hits $13.50 at Amazon across various colorways
Alex Vando Quarter-Zip Golf Shirt Buy for $13.50 (Reg. $20) What we love I dig the colorway and overall style here. In fact, I may just pick one of these up. There are various options to pick from, but Im most drawn to the bright blue and white look. That said, there are a whole lot more up for grabs, so go see them all for yourself. more
Top 15 PUMA x Ferrari, BMW, Porsche, and McLaren sale finds from $16 (Up to 71% off)
A fresh coupon code is now live over at PUMA, and it takes an additional 20% off. We used this opportunity to isolate Ferrari, BMW, Porsche, and McLaren picks that are now priced as low as $16 and up to 71% off. To get the full discount, be sure to apply promo code EXTRA . Highlights include the PUMA Scuderia Ferrari Drift Cat 11 Mens Sneakers, PUMA BMW M Motorsport Archive Mens Archive Jacket, and PUMA Porsche Legacy Mens Tee. You can either dive into the full sale using the link below, or you can continue reading to see all of our top picks. Shop the Full PUMA Sale more
You can finally see who's talking in voice chat on PlayStation 5 here's how
You don't have to guess who's loudly eating chips in your PlayStation 5 party anymore - now you can see who's speaking in real-time.
LEGO Botanicals Succulents set Buy for $33 (Reg. $40) What we love LEGO Botanicals has grown into one of the most popular themes, with the 771 pieces in this set stacking up to give you a beautiful assortment of nine decorative plants, with succulents being the main focus. Inspired by real-life plants and flowers, the brickwork recreates beautiful shapes, textures, and colors to enhance your dcor, whether thats at home, in your office, or elsewhere. more
Give your battlestation a serious upgrade with Samsung
Over at Woot, youll find Samsungs Odyssey G60SD 27-inch OLED gaming monitor down at $559.99 Prime shipped (a $6 delivery fee will apply otherwise). This model originally launched at $900 and has more recently been hovering around the $780 mark at Amazon . Todays deal at Woot knocks $220 off that recent going rate to land at one of the lowest prices weve tracked so far. We did see it briefly fall to $500 during the Back to School sale a couple of months ago, and todays offer comes within just $60 of that all-time low. Head below for more details, along with deals on a handful of other display as part of its ongoing monitor sale . more
Vivo's X500 Pro Max is another camera-focused smartphone with more video tricks
Vivo and Oppo are launching similar phones with different priorities.
The reason why some USB ports are orange
USB colors and symbols provide an idea of a port's capabilities, but are not as standardized as they should be.
Nintendo sets an Indie World showcase for October 28
The stream will run for around 15 minutes and feature games coming to Switch and Switch 2.
Lectric launches XP Lite3 folding e-bikes with up to $356 FREE gear starting from $799
Lectric has just launched its new-gen XP Lite3 Lightweight Folding e-bikes starting from $799 shipped (with no bundles), while the long-range model gets a FREE $257 bundle at $999 shipped and the long-range belt-drive model (now with two colorway options) get a FREE $356 bundle at $1,099 shipped . The models getting bundles would cost you $1,256 and $1,455 without the discounts on the included gear. Those bundles include a fender set, Elite headlight, and suspension seatpost for the standard long-range options, while the JW belt-drive options get an additional LevelUp Lite cargo rack. It is expected to begin shipping the week of November 9, 2026. more
Score a pair of Beats USB-C Woven Cables at just $7 each (60% off orig. price)
Beats USB-C Woven Cable 2 Pack Buy for $14 (Reg. $35) What we love While its not the more powerful 240W model, that will cost $18 for just one of them. This 60W 2-pack delivers the same higher-end woven build and more than enough juice to power up your phone on-the-go at just $7 a pop perfect for the EDC if you ask me. more
Everything Apple announced this week so far: New iPad and MacBooks
Ahead of its 'Pro and Tell' event, the company has already launched a few new devices.
Apple iPhone Duo review: Two screens, two experiences, two thousand dollars
I respect Apple's first crack at a foldable phone, but I'm not sure I like it.
Anthropic's political problem will get worse before it gets better
With the midterms closing in, its IPO paperwork reveal a company rightly worried about its regulatory future.
Nintendo announces next livestream Indie World showcase
Now just 9 days out from the release of the Zelda Ocarina of Time remake (the pre-order discount is still up for grabs), and while youll likely be more than occupied enough once it hits, Nintendo has just announced the next Indie World Direct to tide you over until then. Zelda Ocarina of Time remake pre-order discount now live at Amazon more
iMac gains M6 chip and performance boost, but little else changes
Macworld Apple today announced an M6 update to its iMac desktop line, heralding a major boost in performance and AI capabilities. But other than the upgrade from an M4 to an M6 chip theres little change from the previous model. Admittedly that chip upgrade, leaping two generations in a single refresh, is a significant one. Apple claims the M6 will deliver up to 1.5x faster performance than M4 in apps such as Excel, up to 2x faster graphics performance, and up to 2x higher gaming performance with ray tracing. AI, inevitably, is foregrounded too, with Apple claiming the M6 is capable of up to 5x faster on-device AI prompt processing in LM Studio. This could be a worthwhile upgrade if performance in these categories is a bottleneck for you. There are also some connectivity improvements. Wi-Fi has been bumped from version 6E (802.11ax) to 7 (802.11be), and Bluetooth from 5.3 to 6. Gigabit Ethernet on the M4 model has been upgraded to 2.5Gb Ethernet here. And Apple claims the new iMac offers up to 2x faster SSD read and write, which means apps launch quickly, and large files like photo libraries and video projects load in an instant. Macworld will put all this to the test when we get hold of a review sample, of course, but weve seen what Apples done with SSD speeds this year and are inclined to believe the claims. The new iMac has an M6 chip and little else thats new. Apple Beyond that, however, theres not much to say. The opening section of the press release promises blazing-fast performance, enhanced connectivity, Siri AI, and macOS 27, all in a stunning design in seven vibrant colors. The first two Ive already discussed. And the restSiri AI, macOS 27, the attractive design, and the seven colorsare available on the previous models. Its not a good sign when a company has to fall back on old features that early in a new products announcement. As far as we can tell the M6 iMac is physically identical to the M4 model. It has the same dimensions and comes in the same colors. Its screen is the same size and has the same specs. Even the camera and speaker setups are unchanged, and you get the same number of ports: either two or four USB 4, depending on which model you pick, plus a 3.5mm headphone jack. We loved the iMac M4, which our reviewer said might be the best iMac ever. And theres a lot to like about the M6 chip refresh. So this is unlikely to be a bad product. Its just not very different from the last one. And the best part might be that there isnt another price hike. You can pre-order the new iMac beginning tomorrow at 10:10 a.m. PT, with deliveries beginning next Friday. For exhaustive details of and expert reaction to all the Apple products getting unveiled this week, check out our ongoing live blog . Most of them are more interesting than this one.
The iPhone Duo is here and if youre still looking to elevate the experience with Apple Pencil , the only compatible model is the USB-C variant and you can land one at Amazon down at $69 right now. More than a couple staffers have been reporting little to no stock availability at local Apple brick and mortar locations, so we just wanted to touch base to ensure folks know you can easily grab one at Amazon with relatively speedy delivery still and at a lower price there are even Amazon Resale units at under $60 right now. more
Book vs clamshell foldable phones: which is better for your everyday needs?
There are pros and cons to each style of foldable.
Bambu Lab is kicking off its Black Friday deals early with some pretty steep discounts across its 3D printer lineup at Best Buy . Youll find everything from the more affordable A1 Mini to newer models like the A2L Combo marked down right now, with prices starting from just $199.99 shipped . You can save up to $450 by cashing in on these deals, with a bunch of them dropping to their best prices of 2026. There is a good mix of entry-level and more capable options to choose from, so be sure to jump in and check out the offers if youve been waiting to pick up a Bambu Lab printer. Head below for a closer look at the standout deals. more
Apple has updated the 14-inch MacBook Pro with an M6 chip
Sadly, the 16-inch MBP is still stuck with older M5 silicon.
A jailbroken PlayStation 5 can play PS2 discs, but Sony is giving users a tough choice
We mean that in the Faustian bargain sense.
Twelve South unveils next-gen Airfly View with built-in display
Just after the reveal of its new AirFly Drive CarPlay and Android Auto wireless adapter for your ride, today Twelve South is ready to upgrade your audio experience in the air. Ready to connect directly to the in-flight entertainment system, the all-new Airfly View adds a built-in display to what was already the one of, if not, the best wireless audio transmitters for your wireless buds and headphones. more
Switch 2 Halloween game sale from $24: Resident Evil, Hitman, Pok
Alongside a long list of ongoing PS5 physical titles on sale this week ahead of Halloween, there are also plenty of Switch 2 games as well. The Zelda Ocarina of Time remake pre-order discount is still up for grabs, but we have also put together a collection of deals on other Switch 2 titles courtesy of Amazon and the Best Buy Halloween sale . Youll find them all waiting below, but we have also pulled some highlights out for your up top here as well: Yakuza 0: Directors Cut (Switch 2): $32 (Reg. $50) Cronos Nintendo Switch 2: $24 (Reg. $40) Monopoly Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains (Switch 2): $25 (Reg. $30) Star Wars Outlaws: Gold Edition Nintendo Switch 2: $30 (Reg. $60) Assassins Creed Shadows Nintendo Switch 2: $30 (Reg. $60) Persona 3 Reload: Launch Edition Nintendo Switch 2: $25 (Reg. $60) Pokmon Legends: Z-A Nintendo Switch 2: $50 (Reg. $70) Sonic X Shadow Generations Nintendo Switch 2: $25 (Reg. $50) Hitman: World of Assassination Signature Ed Switch 2: $39 (Reg. $40) REANIMAL Nintendo Switch 2: $30 (Reg. $40) NBA 2K27 Nintendo Switch 2: $50 (Reg. $70) Mouse: P.I. For Hire Nintendo Switch 2: $35 (Reg. $40) Disney Afternoon Collection (Nintendo Switch 2): $35 (Reg. $40) Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade (Nintendo Switch 2): $25 (Reg. $40) Blueys Quest for The Gold Pen Nintendo Switch 2: $35 (Reg. $50) Octopath Traveler 0 Nintendo Switch 2: $30 (Reg. $50) Dragon Quest VII Reimagined Nintendo Switch 2: $40 (Reg. $60) Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake (Nintendo Switch 2): $35 (Reg. $60) Elliot: The Millennium Tales Nintendo Switch 2: $45 (Reg. $60) Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Nintendo Switch 2: $35 (Reg. $50) Resident Evil Requiem Nintendo Switch 2: $50 (Reg. $70) Zelda Ocarina of Time remake pre-order discount now live at Amazon Pre-order Grand Theft Auto VI ahead of November 19 release date to pre-load the game a week early more
4 drawbacks you should know before buying an Xbox Series X
The Xbox Series X has had some stumbles, so you should be aware of its faults before picking one up.
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) Review: Almost everything I want from a gaming laptop, except the price
The 2026 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 packs serious gaming performance, a gorgeous 2.8K OLED display, and surprisingly usable battery life into a 1.5kg chassis, but its Indian price and 8GB RTX 5070 hold it back.
Here's how much your older Samsung phones are actually worth
You have options for selling your old Samsung phone, depending on how much hassle you'll tolerate for more cash.
Google Play is copying one of the Nintendo Switch
Google Play Games Sidekick can now save the previous 30 seconds of Android gameplay, borrowing a familiar Nintendo Switch trick without requiring players to record an entire session ahead of time.
Acer's Predator Atlas 8 gaming handheld finally launches at Best Buy on November 1 for $1,300
The Predator Atlas 8 gaming handheld PC is coming to the US after all on November 1st for $1,300.
Your iPhone Duo deserves a desk stand, and this one is just $7.50 today (42% off)
LISEN Foldable tablet and Kindle Desk Stand Buy for $7.50 (Reg. $13) Apply code TQ8B5VQG during checkout. What we love This LISEN foldable tablet stand is great for getting your iPhone Duo on the desk without spending a ton. The wider cradle should work nicely with the Duos unfolded form factor, while the adjustable hinge lets you angle it for video calls, watching content, or keeping notifications in view while you work. It also folds down for travel, and at just $7.50, its an easy little add-on for a Duo setup. more
Early details on upcoming 2026 Home Depot Black Friday sale arrive
Details on upcoming Black Friday savings are starting to roll in now from various major retailers, and we have spotted some details on the upcoming Home Depot sale in the back of its latest weekly ad. Alongside its latest batch of Savings Center deals and Special Buys , the brand has unleashed its usual weekly update with some early details on when the deals will begin. Costco 13-page 2026 Thanksgiving and Black Friday ad Sams Club November Doorbuster ad arrives, Black Friday preview, more Target officially announces early Black Friday sale start time, more BJs Wholesale officially reveals early Black Friday sale details more
Galaxy Z Fold 8/Ultra $200 off + Buds 4 Pro at just $25, or go open-box at up to $570 off
With the release of the new iPhone Duo, popularity seems to be surging on the latest foldables from Samsung for Android users, according to Samsung , so lets scope out some deals. There are still some solid $200 price drops on Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Fold 8 Ultra via Amazon and the official Samsung site for new condition units, but you can save as much as $570 or more with the excellent condition Best Buy open-box listings right now as well. Check it out below. more
Woot has launched another monitor sale with a bunch of discounted options for both gaming setups and workstations . Youll find models from Samsung, ASUS, LG, and more in the mix, along with refurbished displays starting from just $80.99 Prime shipped (a $6 delivery fee will apply otherwise). The sale also covers a handful of docking stations, monitor arms, and other desk accessories at up to 55% off, so theres more here than just displays if youre looking to refresh your current setup or build out a new one without paying full price across the board. Head below for more details. more
20 Years of MacBook: How Apple shaped the laptops we use today
Apple has influenced everything from unibody laptop cases to high-res screens.
Slate teams up with Smarties to add candy colors to its EV trucks
Fancy making your Slate EV look like halloween candy? Now you can.
These iOS 27.2 features will make you want to download the latest updates right away
Macworld After weeks of development with enrolled beta testers, iOS 27.2 is available to all iPhone users as a stable release, along with macOS, iPadOS, watchOS, and tvOS. The first major update to iOS 27 introduces several handy enhancements to Siri AI, along with some major additions to Apple TV and HomePod. What happened to iOS 27.1? Its odd for Apple to jump from iOS 27.0.1 to iOS 27.2, but theres a simple explanation: iOS 27.1 was strictly for the iPhone Duo. There was never a developer or public beta release, but Apple likely had a similar program for the software in-house as to not leak specific features for the folding phone. In fact, iPhone Duo users had to update to a newer build of iOS 27.1 after unboxing their phones. iOS 27.2 is compatible with all iPhones, including the Duo, so iOS 27.1 might go down as the shortest-lived update Apple has ever released. Siri AI expansion Siri AI first launched with iOS 27.0, unlocking a comprehensive chatbot experience in a dedicated appplus the ability to recall personal data and take in-app action. The initial version, however, was limited to a single language. While the assistant could comprehend many languages when texting it, its main interface and voice commands only supported English. With iOS 27.2, Siri AI officially expands language support to include French, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, and Korean. The latest update also expands what Siri AI can do in Apples native communication apps. In Messages, Siri now suggests relevant actions under individual texts when needed. For example, if someone mentions a date, the assistant will surface a shortcut to quickly add it to the Calendar app. Meanwhile, the Phone apps Call Context feature now highlights saved anniversaries, a welcome addition to the existing birthday reminders. Another new feature is Siris ability to reference previous queries. Siri will now be able to access prior chats even when not continuing a conversation in the Siri app. iOS 27.2 should also expand Siri AIs platform availability, unlocking it on the second-generation Apple TV 4K and newer models. Once you install the latest iOS and tvOS builds, your Apple TV 4K will rely on your nearby iPhone to handle personal requests on the big screen. Its worth noting, however, that Siri AI has yet to be activated on the tvOS 27.2 Release Candidate at the time of writing, and since the new Apple TV doesnt release until November 13, it may require a separate update. Siri can now suggest relevant actions in Messages. Mahmoud Itani/Foundry Apple TV profiles Speaking of Apple TV, iOS 27.2 brings a highly requested feature to the streaming service. Similar to Netflix, the TV app on your iPhone now allows you to create multiple viewer profiles tied to a single Apple Account. If you tend to share your personal iPhone or iPad with a family member, they will be able to use your subscription to watch original movies and series without altering your queue or watch history. This does not impact the existing Family Sharing perk that allows up to six independent Apple Accounts to take advantage of a single subscription on their own devices. Some of the features supported by Apple TV profiles include picking a name and avatar, restricting adult content, adding a 4-digit PIN, and setting autoplay defaults. Notably, the primary account holder will be able to view, manage, and delete any of the secondary profiles created using their account. Sound Glow on HomePods The latest OS update revitalizes all HomePod models except the original full-size model from 2018. Once you install iOS and HomePod Software 27.2, youll be able to toggle a new Sound Glow setting in the iPhones built-in Home app. The feature distills a playing songs album art into a color blob that animates on the HomePods top display in sync with the rhythm. While Sound Glow doesnt affect the actual audio, it does make vibing to music more funespecially in pitch-black environments, which amplify the dramatic effect. Other handy HomePod options in the OS 27.2 release include a Lock Controls toggle that disables the touchscreen. If your smart speaker suffers from ghost touch issues, youll be able to make it usable again by turning off touch input. HomePod mini gets a new Sound Glow feature in iOS 27.2. Mahmoud Itani/Foundry App Switcher on watchOS After updating your iPhone, youll want to install watchOS 27.2 on your Apple Watch. This release brings back the App Switcher on watchOS after version 27.0 removed it, making it possible to force-quit misbehaving apps again. Its not as simple as before, however. Instead of double-clicking the Digital Crown, youll now have to tap and hold on the bottom of the screen inside an app to reveal the App Switcher. The retired mechanism will be reassigned to the Apple Watch Series 12s Live Rewind feature when it debuts later this year. You can now easily quit stubborn apps on Apple Watch after installing watchOS 27.2. Mahmoud Itani/Foundry Apple Pencil support for iPhone Duo Even though the iPhone Duo only just hit stores a couple of days ago, theres already an update and its a pretty big one. You can now use your Apple Pencil on either Duo screen and attach it to the side like the iPad. However, only the USB-C Apple Pencil works with the Duo, so you miss out on a few Apple Pencil Pro features, including pressure sensitivity and double-tap/squeeze gestures. Wheres the new Health app? If youve been following Apple news, you may have read about the revamped Health app that surfaced during the iOS 27.2 beta cycle. While it has been removed from iOS 27.2s final build, the overhauled app appears to still be on track to arrive later this year, as Apple originally promised. It will most likely reappear in iOS 27.3, due to launch in December. Even if you dont heavily use Siri AI, Apple TV, or HomePod, we advise you to install iOS 27.2 to apply the bug fixes and security patches (over 150 in iOS alone) included with this release. To get started, go to the Settings app on an iPhone 11 or later, followed by General , then Software Update . Hit the Update button and keep your iPhone connected to a power source until the installation completes.
OpenAI announces new discoveries in mathematics, computer science and physics
OpenAI said its models generated proof that the Exponential Time Hypothesis is false. It also released new results for math and physics problems.
Macworld TL;DR: Join Costco as a new Gold Star Member for $65 and receive a $45 Digital Costco Shop Card*. Holiday shopping can mean separate trips for groceries, gifts, and gas. A 1-Year Costco Gold Star Membership may help you get those errands done in one place this season, and new Gold Star Members who join for $65 receive a $45 Digital Costco Shop Card*. You can use your Digital Costco Shop Card* in the warehouse or on Costco.com, and you dont have to spend the full $45 in one trip. Costco has more than 500 warehouses across the U.S., and your membership also works at Costco warehouses worldwide, Costco Business Centers, Costco Gas Stations, and Costco Travel. Each membership includes one Household Card for an individual living at your address. This promotion is for new members and anyone whose membership has expired for more than 18 months. You must live in the U.S. or Puerto Rico to join. After checkout, youll receive a single-use promo code by email to enter when you sign up with Costco. Redeem it by January 31, 2027, and use a valid email address at sign-up, because Costco will send your Digital Costco Shop Card* to that address within two weeks. JR Raphael/IDG Plan your holiday shopping around one membership this season. Through December 20, join Costco as a new Gold Star Member for $65 and receive a $45 Digital Costco Shop Card*. Costco 1-Year Gold Star Membership + $45 Digital Costco Shop Card See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change. *To receive a Digital Costco Shop Card, you must provide a valid email address at the time of sign-up. Valid only for new members and those whose memberships (Primary and Affiliate) have been expired for at least 18 months. Valid only for nonmembers for their first year of membership. Not valid for upgrade or renewal of an existing membership. Promotion may not be combined with any other promotion. Costco employees are not eligible for new member promotions. Digital Costco Shop Card will be emailed to the email address provided by the Primary Member at time of sign-up within 2 weeks after successful sign-up and enrollment in auto renewal. Digital Costco Shop Card is not redeemable for cash, except as required by law. Costco is not liable for incentives not received due to entry of an invalid address during sign-up. Digital Costco Shop Cards are not accepted at the U.S. or Canada Food Court. Neither Costco Wholesale Corporation nor its affiliates are responsible for use of the card without your permission. Use the provided single-use promo code when entering your payment information. A Costco Gold Star Membership is $65 a year. An Executive Membership is an additional $65 upgrade fee a year. Each membership includes one free Affiliate Card. May be subject to sales tax. Costco accepts all Visa cards, as well as cash, checks, debit/ATM cards, EBT and Costco Shop Cards. Departments and product selection may vary.
You can now play Zelda and Mario Kart on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac, no emulator needed
A new open-source project called nxnative lets you play your Nintendo Switch games natively on iPhone, iPad, and Mac, and some titles even run at 60 FPS.
The new AirTag has never been this cheap
Macworld Apple AirTag (2nd Generation) View Deal (function () { document.querySelector(#sticky-promo-block a).addEventListener(click, function(e) { const debug = document.location.host.search(/lndo.site|go-vip.net/) !== -1; const text = this.closest(#sticky-promo-block).querySelector(p.promo-title).textContent; const data = { event: stickyConversionUnitClick, eventCategory: Sticky Conversion, eventAction: Click, eventLabel: text }; if(debug)console.log(Sticky Conversion CLick - pushing to dataLayer: , data); dataLayer.push(data); return true; }); })(); This year, you dont have to wait for Black Friday to get the AirTags for an amazing price, because the 2nd-gen trackers just dropped to $23 at Amazon , which is the lowest price weve seen yet. The AirTag 2 is a nice upgrade over the original moel and the perfect accessories to pair with your keys, bag, or luggage, connecting them all to your iPhone so you can easily figure out their location. Instead of wasting 10 minutes every morning looking for your keys, just use the app, make the tracker chime, and follow the noise. The second-gen AirTags are louder than the first ones, so youll definitely hear them. If your suitcase goes missing on a trip, youll be able to find its location as the AirTag is spotted by other iPhones and iPads nearby. This will help get your bag back faster. The same applies if your laptop bag is stolen, for instance. Everythings easy to track in the FindMy app, and you can get alerts as soon as you step too far away from one. So stop hunting for your keys and grab an AirTag for $23 or a four-pack for $89 .
The most popular streaming platforms in the US might not be what you think
You might be surprised at the rankings of some streaming services when it comes to what Americans watch on their TVs.
6+ ways you can use your PlayStation 5's USB ports
You can do more than charge your controllers with the USB ports on your PS5. Here are some of the possibilities.
Halide releases its first batch of updates for the iPhone Duo
Camera app Halide released a new update for the iPhone Duo that adds three different shooting modes based on what position the foldable is in.
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Macworld Apple unveiled iOS 27 at WWDC on June 8, 2026 , with the public release following on September 14. But more features are on the way, and the latest beta offers a preview of whats coming next. iOS 27 mainly focuses on three key areas: Siri AI, a rebuilt assistant with its own dedicated app; new child safety and parental controls; and system improvements designed to make everyday tasks faster and easier. iOS 27 supports the iPhone 11 and later, plus the iPhone SE (2nd generation) and later, although some Apple Intelligence and Siri features require newer hardware. This guide covers iOS 27s biggest new features, compatible iPhones and the latest beta developments. We also explain whats expected in the next update, when it could arrive and which features are still to come. Whats New in iOS 27 at a Glance Siri AI : Apples new Siri AI combines personal context, onscreen awareness and web knowledge to deliver more natural conversations, richer answers, app actions and cross-device chat history. Apple Intelligence across apps : Apple Intelligence expands across Safari, Photos, Messages, Mail, Calendar, Home and Shortcuts, adding smarter suggestions, automation, image generation and context-aware assistance. Smarter Photos editing : Photos gains Spatial Reframing, Extend and an upgraded Clean Up tool, allowing users to improve composition, expand images and remove distractions more naturally. Child safety and parental controls : New parental controls include Ask to Browse, Time Allowances, app schedules and enhanced Communication Safety tools. Activating the redesigned experience through Family Sharing requires every eligible family device to be running version 27 or later. System Improvements : Apple has made many system operations faster and more efficient, which will be especially noticeable on older phones. Battery life may be longer, and there are dozens of small quality-of-life improvements throughout the system and its apps. iPhone Handoff : iPhone Handoff in iOS 27 lets two eSIM-equipped iPhones share one number, switching calls, messages and Find My location when unlocked. It requires matching Apple Accounts and carrier support. T-Mobile offers it; Verizon and EE plan support. Fees may apply. More information below. iOS 27 latest version: Whats in iOS 27.2 The first update was iOS 27.0.1 , released on September 28. It fixed unexpected restarts following failed Face ID authentication , a 2x-camera color artifact affecting iPhone 18 Pro models, and an iOS 27 touchscreen freeze triggered by opening Notification Center and Control Center simultaneously. iOS 27.0.1 also has a preventive role in a cellular problem that Apple did not mention in its published release notes. Apple has confirmed that a small number of iPhone 18 Pro Max models on AT&T can lose cellular service, preventing calls, texts and data access and potentially affecting 911 calls. Some owners reported their phones dropping into SOS mode despite previously showing a strong 5G signal. The first major update for iOS 27 for all devices is iOS 27.2. It adds dual capture for FaceTime calls, suggestions in Messages, and adds several enahncements and new languages to Siri AI. On iPhone Duo it adds Edge Light and Apple Pencil support, too. Read more about iOS 27.2 here . iOS 27 beta Whats coming next? Latest beta: none The iOS 27.2 beta had included a redesigned Health app with AI-powered health insights, however this was removed from iOS 27.2 beta 4. The next beta, iOS 27.3, is expected to include the new Health app in addition to the new Siri AI audio features to Apple Watch series 12 and Ultra 4. What features are still to come in iOS 27 At the time of the launch of iOS 27 not all of Apples promised features were available. Several were added in iOS 27.2, but there are still a couple that were waiting on. Redesigned Health app: A completely redesigned Health app with AI-powered health insights is coming later in 2026. Automatic password changes: The ability for the Passwords app to visit supported websites and automatically replace compromised passwords was removed shortly before release. What does Siri AI do in iOS 27 Apple By far the biggest upgrade in iOS 27 is Siri AI an entirely new architecture for Siri. Apple says it is more personal, conversational, and capable than the current assistant, with support for natural follow-up questions, personal context, onscreen awareness and up-to-date information from the web. Siri AI features More natural conversations : Siri AI can understand open-ended questions, follow-up requests and more complex natural language, making interactions feel less like issuing simple voice commands. Personal context : Siri can draw on information stored in Messages, Mail, Photos and Notes to find details and answer questions. For example, you could ask it to find information buried in an old email or message. Onscreen awareness : Siri can understand what youre viewing and act on it, such as saving an address from a message, adding an event to Calendar or answering questions about an article. Camera intelligence : A new Siri Camera mode lets you show Siri something through the iPhones camera, then ask questions or perform actions based on what it sees. More capable app actions : Siri can perform tasks within apps such as Messages, Music and Reminders. It can, for example, edit a recently sent message, add a song to a playlist or handle more complex Apple Music requests. Better general knowledge and web answers : Siri can use information from the web to answer questions about recent events and tackle more specific or complicated queries than before. Conversation history across devices : A dedicated Siri app lets users revisit previous conversations, pin important chats and continue conversations across Apple devices using iCloud syncing. More natural Siri voices : Siri gains more expressive voices, with controls on compatible devices for adjusting speaking pace and expressiveness. Voice customization requires an iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone Air or newer. Improved dictation : Better speech recognition, automatic punctuation, capitalization and formatting allow users to dictate more naturally when converting speech into text. AI-assisted message replies : Siri can compose contextual replies in Messages using the conversation, personal information and web searches. Shortcuts can also automate replies to selected contacts, although manual Siri-assisted replies allow users to check and edit the response before it is sent. If you havent got Siri AI yet find out how here: Why dont I have Siri AI on my iPhone? Read about what happened when we made Siri AI Answer all our Messages . How good is Siri AI? Siri AI represents a significant improvement over the old Siri, particularly when handling conversational questions, current information, and personal context. It also has a dedicated app where you can see and continue previous conversations, upload images or documents, and more. Even in our early tests during the beta , Siri AI proved to be much more helpful and useful. Its definitely one of the biggest reasons to upgrade to iOS 27, potentially changing Siri from a basic voice-command system into a more general way of interacting with the iPhone. Apples approach to AI safety also appears more restrained than some rival chatbots, with Siri designed to avoid excessive flattery, pretending to be human, or responding inappropriately to potentially harmful requests. However, Siri AI is launching as a beta feature and still requires a bit of polish. Its also only available in English at first, with a handful of other languages/regions, arriving in a later update. Regional Siri AI availability Siri AI will not initially be available on iPhone or iPad in the EU. It will also remain unavailable in China while Apple works through regulatory issues. The first release only supports the English language, and initially has Expressive Voices for English (UK) and English (US). French, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese and Spanish are expected with iOS 27.2. Siri AI compatibility Siri AI requires an iPhone 15 Pro or later, and the new expressive voices feature requires an iPhone 17 Pro or the new iPhone 18 Pro. Apple Intelligence across apps As well as Siri AI, the enhanced Apple Intelligence will power new features in Apples core apps throughout iOS 27. Safari can organize tabs into topics, monitor webpages for changes and even build extensions from natural-language descriptions. Photos gains a new Spatial Reframing edit tools including an upgraded Clean Up feature. Messages, Mail, and Calendar can now understand context, suggest actions and create events from simple descriptions. New features coming to apps in iOS 27 iOS 27 brings a mix of major Apple Intelligence upgrades and smaller quality-of-life improvements across Safari, Photos, Messages, AirPods, Passwords, Wallet, and other core iPhone apps. Apple is also making iOS more adaptable to different screen sizes and orientations, which are changes necessary for the iPhone Duo . Safari Safari can automatically group open tabs into topics, making related pages easier to find. A new Notify Me feature will monitor webpages and alert you to changes such as price drops or products coming back into stock. Theres also a new Describe an Extension feature which lets users create custom Safari extensions simply by explaining what they want the extension to do. Apple Photos Photos gains significantly more powerful AI editing tools . Reframe can alter the composition and perspective of an existing photo, while Extend generates new image content beyond the original frame when straightening a horizon or changing the aspect ratio. Apple Clean Up has also been improved, with Fast and High Quality modes for removing unwanted objects or details. High Quality mode can produce considerably more natural results, although more ambitious edits can still introduce distortions or invented details. Photos also adds new categories and the ability to save a frame from a video as a full-resolution photo. The resulting HEIF or JPG retains the videos original resolution, date, and location metadata rather than simply creating a screenshot. Camera iOS 27 features a new more customizable camera interface that lets you pin the controls you use most often. For the iPhone 18 Pro, there are also pro controls like white balance, shutter speed, and manual focus along with Apple Reference Image , an authentication system designed to prove that a photo or video was genuinely captured on an iPhone and has not subsequently been manipulated. The new Siri mode in the Camera app is a more convenient and logical way to access the Visual Intelligence features that used to require either a long-press of the camera button or a Control Center button. Messages Foundry Messages gets several useful improvements. You can decide what the microphone button beside the text field does . Under Settings > Apps > Messages > Show in Text Field , it can be set to Record Audio, Start Dictation, or None. Disabling it does not remove either feature: dictation remains available from the keyboard and audio messages remain in the + menu. Voice-message playback controls are easier to access, while Apple Intelligence can suggest actions based on a conversation, such as creating a reminder, making a note, or finding relevant photos. Messages in iOS 27 will gains smarter suggested replies that can better reflect the users writing style. (This was removed from the iOS 27 beta and wasnt available at the launch of iOS 27). Drawing Foundry A new dedicated Drawing app replaces the old hidden handwriting interface. Accessible from the + menu, it uses the familiar pens, colours and drawing controls found in Notes and Markup, with finished drawings sent as images. Mail Mail gains more context-aware smart replies, including responses that can better match the users usual writing style. Apple Intelligence can also surface information from Mail elsewhere in iOS. For example, the Phone app could retrieve a flight confirmation number from an email when you call an airline. Phone A new Call Context feature can surface information that may be useful when on a call. Apple says the information is selected according to who you are calling rather than by listening to the conversation. For example, calling an airline could cause iOS to surface the relevant flight confirmation from Mail. Birthday reminders can also appear when calling contacts whose birthdays are stored on the iPhone. iPhone Handoff iPhone Handoff in iOS 27 lets you switch between two iPhones while keeping the same phone number. The number is active on only one iPhone at a time. When you unlock one of the two iPhones, your calls, voicemail, messagesincluding SMS and RCSand your Find My location will be linked to that iPhone. The feature will work on any iPhone running iOS 27, as long as it has an eSIM. Both phones must use the same Apple Account, with Messages in iCloud enabled and matching FaceTime/iMessage sign-ins. You will need a carrier and eligible plan that specifically support iPhone Handoff an ordinary eSIM plan alone isnt enough. In the U.S. T-Mobile offers iPhone Handoff for $5 a month and Verizon has announced support for later in 2026. In the U.K. EE has announced that support for iPhone Handoff is coming soon for 5 a month. FaceTime Dual Capture is being tested in iOS 27.2. It lets Group FaceTime participants share their front and rear camera views simultaneously. Passwords Passwords in iOS 27 will fix things for you. Apple The Passwords app continues to warn about weak, reused and compromised credentials, but iOS 27 will go a step further by offering to fix some of them automatically. Using Apple Intelligence, Passwords can visit supported websites, change a vulnerable password and save the replacement credentials. See: Apple got rid of my biggest password headache . The usefulness of the feature will depend on how widely websites are supported and how well it handles obstacles such as two-factor authentication and unusual account-management interfaces. Apple removed this ability to detect compromised passwords and replace them from the beta shortly before the release of iOS 27. Its expected to arrive with a later update. Shortcuts Shortcuts gains Describe a Shortcut, allowing users to create automations simply by explaining what they want to happen. Apple Intelligence interprets the request and assemble the appropriate actions across supported apps, potentially making Shortcuts significantly easier to use for people unfamiliar with building automations manually. Calendar Calendar can create or modify events from natural-language instructions. Apple says the app can recognize contacts, locations, dates and other event details as users type, reducing the amount of information that needs to be entered manually. Siri can also create complete Calendar entries for information that is on your screen in that moment, or by taking a picture with the Siri mode in the Camera app. Image Playground Image Playground is considerably more powerful and realistic. Apple says it can create photorealistic images and lets users modify generated pictures simply by describing the changes they want. Individual objects can also be selected, resized, or repositioned. AI-generated images will include a SynthID watermark identifying them as synthetic content. This particular feature wasnt available at launch, but Apple has confirmed it is coming later. Wallet Wallet can create custom passes from QR codes. Users can add their own fields and information to the pass, and passes automatically sync to Apple Watch. Weather Weather gets a clearer, more detailed forecast interface, with rearranged information tiles and new 10-day views showing precipitation probability/amount and wind speed throughout each day. Home app Apple Intelligence comes to the Home app for compatible HomeKit Secure Video cameras. It can group related camera notifications, describe recorded video and highlight clips that appear particularly noteworthy. Maps Apple Maps improves Flyover using higher-quality aerial imagery and Visual Intelligence models. Apple says this produces sharper architectural detail and more realistic rendering of elements such as individual trees. Podcasts Video podcasts become easier to use, with improved controls for switching between watching a podcast and simply listening to it. Fitness Workout summaries have been redesigned to make them easier to share. Users can also hide completed Fitness+ workouts. iOS 27 changes beyond the iPhone CarPlay CarPlay gains an audio scrubber, giving drivers and passengers more direct control when moving through audio tracks and other content. AirPods iOS 27 introduces several new AirPods features . A new Custom EQ lets users independently adjust bass, mids and treble using a simple three-band equalizer under Settings > AirPods > Audio and Routing > Equalizer > Custom . Compatible AirPods also gain improved Precision Finding through Find My, making individual earbuds easier to locate. Some features require both iOS 27 and compatible AirPods firmware. Read How to tune your AirPods with a custom EQ in iOS 27 . Other changes in iOS 27 Its not only individual apps that are seeing changes. Home Screen and landscape mode Apple is making iOS significantly more flexible when dealing with different screen orientations and sizes. More Apple apps now work properly in landscape, including Health, Home, Music, Weather, and Watch. Dynamic Island and Live Activities can also adapt to landscape orientation. The Home Screen supports extra-large widgets. These changes could simply improve iPhone usability, but theyre also well suited to Apples folding iPhone Duo. iPhone Mirroring in macOS 27 has similarly become freely resizable, with Apple apps dynamically rearranging their interfaces as the window changes shape. Liquid Glass refinements Apple Apple says Liquid Glass has been refined for better readability, more uniform refraction and improved contrast. A new slider lets users adjust the look from ultraclear to fully tinted, while updated icons, toolbars, sidebars and window shapes add polish. Ringtones, alarms and alert volume iOS 27 finally separates several sound-volume controls . Instead of one combined Ringtone and Alerts slider, users can independently adjust: Ringtones Alarms and timers Alerts and system sounds The change is optional. Under Settings > Sounds & Haptics, turning off Match Ringtone Volume reveals separate controls. Media and call volume continue to work independently as before. Keyboard iOS 27 introduces a new quick-paste control above the keyboard. It lets you paste recently copied text, images or screenshots without having to long-press inside a text field, making everyday copy-and-paste considerably faster. Apple has also made the Liquid Glass keyboard design more consistent across apps. Privacy and Find My iOS 27 introduces the ability to temporarily pause Find My location sharing without notifying the person with whom the location is normally shared. Recovery and troubleshooting Apple is also expanding the iPhones recovery interface, giving users more options for diagnosing problems and recovering an iPhone without immediately connecting it to another device. System changes and how iOS 27 makes your iPhone faster Alongside the headline AI features, Apple says iOS 27 includes a wide range of under-the-hood improvements designed to make iPhones faster , smoother and more efficient. Apps can launch up to 30% faster, newly taken photos can appear in the Photos library up to 70% faster, and AirDrop transfers can be up to 80% quicker. External drive transfers should also improve, while updates to network performance and the system-wide search index are designed to make connectivity and finding information faster. The company has also reworked core technologies including CPU scheduling, display performance and processing efficiency. These changes should benefit older iPhones in particular, with Apple promising smoother performance and more efficient battery use on devices as old as the iPhone 11 and second-generation iPhone SE. Our testing of the iOS 27 beta supports those claims. On an iPhone 11 Pro Max, Camera launch time fell from 0.98 seconds in iOS 26 to 0.65 seconds in iOS 27, while Maps improved from 3.01 seconds to 1.36 seconds. Everyday use also feels smoother, with more fluid animations, unlocking, Control Center and app transitions. The phone ran cooler during testing too, which could point to improved system efficiency and potentially better battery performance. More broadly, iOS 27 appears focused on refinement rather than simply adding new features. Apple says it has addressed dozens of common user frustrations, while changes such as more adjustable Liquid Glass effects are intended to improve readability and general usability. That focus should make iOS 27 particularly worthwhile for owners of older iPhones, even on models that do not support Siri AI. Those devices still gain performance improvements alongside features such as clipboard tools for the keyboard, independent alarm and timer volume controls, custom Wallet passes, Photos changes, larger widgets, and Liquid Glass refinements. Child safety and parental controls Apple There are lots of improvements to parental controls, including new time allowances for entertainment, games, and social media, and new schedule tools for different times of day or days of the week. This includes new features like an expansion of the existing ask to buy feature for apps to websites. Before a child can view a new website, theyll have to ask for permission. Ask to Browse : Ask to Browse will expand the current Ask to Buy feature to the web. Children will need to request permission before visiting new websites, and parents can review requests in Messages before approving. Communication Safety : Communication Safety continues to help protect children from viewing or sharing nudity in Messages, FaceTime and other apps. Apple says it will also intervene before children see gore or violent content in shared images and videos. Time Allowances and schedules : Parents can set Time Allowances across categories such as Entertainment, Games and Social Media. Recommendations are based on a childs age combined with guidance from clinical and child development experts. Schedules let parents choose which apps are available at different times or on different days. Redesigned Screen Time : Screen Time gets a redesigned interface with an at-a-glance view of average device usage and most-used apps. Apple says parents can quickly limit or extend access in the moment. Child accounts and family safety : Apple says child accounts remain central to age-appropriate protections. Parents can manage app access, web access, communication permissions and Screen Time settings. Problems with Parental Control set up Updating the parents iPhone is not enough to activate the redesigned Screen Time experience. Apple says every eligible iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch and Vision Pro in the Family Sharing group must be running the appropriate version 27 software. Devices that cannot run version 27 are listed as Legacy Devices and can continue using the older Screen Time and Family Sharing system. Apple says these incompatible devices should not prevent supported devices from adopting the new controls. To find out which devices need to be updated go to Settings > Family > View Family Devices. Once eligible devices are running iOS 27, go to Settings > Family > Get Started to transfer the familys existing parental controls or set up new ones. Some families have encountered delays , outdated device listings and eligible hardware incorrectly appearing not to have been updated. Apple has acknowledged the rollout problems and says it is working to resolve them. If an eligible device is no longer owned or accessible, Apple recommends removing it from the Apple Account device list. Accessibility changes in iOS 27 Accessibility features are smarter and more intuitive in iOS 27: VoiceOver gives richer image descriptions and better understanding of onscreen content. Live Recognition lets users press the Action button to ask questions about their surroundings and receive detailed responses. Voice Control is more intuitive, allowing users to describe onscreen buttons and controls rather than remembering exact coordinate labels or numbers. Accessibility Reader is able to handle more complex source material and provide summaries and translation. iOS 27 compatibility iPhone 11 is supported by iOS 27. Roman Loyola/IDG According to Apple, iOS 27 supports iPhones back to the iPhone 11 and second-generation iPhone SE, although some Apple Intelligence and Siri AI features require newer hardware. Support for iOS 27 does not mean every device gets every feature. Apple Intelligence and Siri AI require an iPhone 15 Pro or iPhone 16 or later, while the most advanced on-device AI models require an iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone Air, or iPhone 18 Pro. On iPad, Apple Intelligence requires an M1-class model or the A17 Pro iPad mini, while the newest on-device models require an M4 iPad with at least 12GB of RAM. There had been speculation that the iPhone 11 series and iPhone SE 2 would miss out on iOS 27 after leaker Instant Digital claimed on Weibo that the 2019 iPhone 11, 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max, along with the 2020 iPhone SE 2, would no longer be supported. That prediction proved incorrect, giving those models at least one more year of software support. However, the iPhone 11 generation is nearing the end of its support life. As we explain in our guide to how long Apple supports iPhones , the iPhone 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max have already been added to Apples Vintage iPhone list . The iOS 27 compatibility list is: iPhone 17e (launched in 2026 ) iPhone 17 , 17 Pro / 17 Pro Max (launched in 2025 ) iPhone Air (launched in 2025 ) iPhone 16e (launched in 2025 ) iPhone 16 / 16 Plus and iPhone 16 Pro / 16 Pro Max (launched in 2024 ) iPhone 15 / 15 Plus and iPhone 15 Pro / 15 Pro Max (launched in 2023 ) iPhone 14 / 14 Plus / 14 Pro / 14 Pro Max (launched in 2022 ) iPhone SE 3 (launched in 2022 ) iPhone 13 / 13 mini / 13 Pro / 13 Pro Max (launched in 2021 ) iPhone 12 / 12 mini / 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max (launched in 2020 ) iPhone SE 2 (launched in 2020 ) iPhone 11 / 11 Pro / 11 Pro Max (launched in 2019 ) The main dividing line for Apple Intelligence remains the iPhone 15 Pro generation: the standard iPhone 15 and all older models can run iOS 27, but they do not support Apple Intelligence. FAQ 1. When was iOS 27 released? iOS 27 was released on September 14, 2026. 2. Which iPhones get iOS 27? The iPhone 11 and iPhone SE 2 and newer get iOS 27. However, Siri AI and other Apple Intelligence features require iPhone 15 Pro or newer, and the new more expressive Siri voices feature requires iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro, or newer. 3. Which iPhones will get Siri AI and Apple Intelligence in iOS 27? The only iPhones that can run Siri AI are the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max and any newer generation. If you have a standard iPhone 15 then you wont get Siri AI and Apple Intelligence.
