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Same Number, Two iPhones—T-Mobile Wants an Extra $5/Month for iPhone Handoff
iOS 27's iPhone Handoff lets one eSIM number switch between two iPhones. In the US, it's launching exclusively with T-Mobile—and the carrier's decided to charge an extra $5 a month for it.
iOS 27 Beta Disables Digital ID — Early Adopters on Primary Phones Pay More Than Just Battery Life
Some iOS 27 beta users have found their US passport Digital ID in Apple Wallet disabled, requiring removal and re-adding to fix. Physical passports remain unaffected, but the incident is a reminder: when your primary phone holds your ID and payment methods, a small beta bug can turn into a big headache.
Apple Sued in UK Over App Tracking Transparency Policy, Facing $2.7 Billion Lawsuit
A former UK Competition and Markets Authority official is suing Apple on behalf of developers, claiming ATT's privacy policy imposes stricter rules on third-party apps than on Apple's own services, seeking £2 billion in damages.
Apple steps up accusation of OpenAI secret theft: a MacBook becomes key evidence
Apple has presented new evidence in its trade secrets lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging that former employee Chang Liu's laptop contained confidential files such as circuit diagrams, and allegedly instructed colleagues to "restore" the device to eliminate traces.
iPhone Lost and Getting Extorted to Turn Off Find My? That's Exactly When You Shouldn't
There are actually very few situations where Apple's Find My should be turned off — mainly when selling a device or sending it in for repair. But if your phone is genuinely lost or stolen, don't fall for extortion messages telling you to disable it.
Apple Walks Back Hide My Email Domain Change That Nearly Defeated the Whole Point of Anonymous Addresses
Apple had planned to switch newly generated Hide My Email addresses to the @private.icloud.com domain—but that would have let websites spot disguised addresses at a glance. The plan has now been scrapped.
Siri Ignoring You on CarPlay? The Problem Usually Isn't Siri Itself
Calling out to Siri while driving and getting nothing back? Don't be so quick to blame the voice assistant. The real culprit could be hiding in your iPhone settings, a wired or wireless connection issue, or even the car's own infotainment system. Working through each one methodically beats randomly poking at settings.
Even the iPhone 8 Can Score You Cash: Apple's Oldest Trade-In Model Is Worth Just $35
The oldest iPhone model Apple's official trade-in service currently accepts is the 2017 iPhone 8, which fetches just $35 in good condition. That old phone forgotten in your drawer might still be worth something after all.
Each Ear Captures Its Own Shot: Apple's Camera AirPods Leaked, Using Visual Intelligence to Stitch Together a Full Image
Code and video leaked in the macOS Tahoe 26.7 beta reveal how Apple's camera AirPods work: each earbud captures a single photo, which software then syncs and merges together—with no support for video recording or personal photo-taking.
Apple Cuts Over 200 Jobs, Vision Pro Games and Immersive Video Teams Hit Hardest
Apple has reportedly laid off around 200 employees across its Vision Pro and Siri software teams, shifting its focus toward smart glasses and next-gen AI technology, with the high cost of producing Vision Pro immersive content seen as a major factor.
Apple Tips Its Own Hand: macOS Tahoe 27.6 Leaks Over a Dozen Unannounced Devices
With just weeks left until the September event, developers have dug up over a dozen unrevealed device codenames—including iPhone 18, the foldable iPhone Ultra, and AirPods with built-in cameras—buried in the macOS Tahoe 27.6 release candidate code.
Before Buying a Used iPhone, Check Battery Health and Cycle Count First
Just open the Settings app to check an iPhone's maximum battery capacity and cycle count—the most direct way to gauge a used phone's battery condition. Native cycle count tracking only arrived with iPhone 15; older models require a third-party app.
macOS 26.7 Beta Hides Clues: What the Legendary Touchscreen HomePod Interface Might Look Like
Apple accidentally left behind clues about several unreleased products in the macOS 26.7 beta code, including a screen-equipped HomePod codenamed "HomeAccessory," featuring a customizable "Faces" interface similar to the Apple Watch.
Apple's New EU Fee Structure Kicks In: Same App, Commission Can Jump from 5% to 26%
Apple has announced updated business terms for EU apps, effective October 1. The old Core Technology Fee will be replaced by a new Core Technology Commission, with rates varying based on payment method and whether developers join a partner program—creating a gap of up to 21 percentage points.
macOS Tahoe Code Leak Reveals Everything: Apple's Foldable iPhone, Home Hub All Exposed
A trove of product codenames buried in the system code of the macOS Tahoe 27.6 candidate build points to a lineup of fall releases—including the iPhone 18 series, a foldable iPhone, Home Hub, HomePod Mini, and AirPods Pro 4—according to MacRumors.
macOS Update Leaks Hidden Video, Accidentally Reveals Apple's Camera-Equipped AirPods
A demo video buried in a macOS Tahoe 26.7 release candidate has given the world its first look at Apple's camera-equipped AirPods in action, revealing a new feature called Visual Intelligence.
Stop Just Using Do Not Disturb: iPhone Focus Mode Is Actually a Notification Routing System
From Gaming mode triggered by a game controller to Driving mode that auto-replies via CarPlay, iPhone Focus mode has long moved beyond a simple Do Not Disturb toggle — it can precisely filter calls and app notifications based on context.
Apple macOS Screen Sharing Vulnerability No Longer Theoretical, Real-World Attacks Reported in the Netherlands
CVE-2026-65400 lets attackers log into any account without a password. The Netherlands National Cyber Security Centrum has confirmed multiple systems compromised with cryptomining malware. Apple has already patched Tahoe, Sequoia, and Sonoma releases.
Germany's Antitrust Regulator Cracks Down: Apple Ordered to Fix Privacy Pop-Up That "Discourages" Third-Party Apps
Germany's Federal Cartel Office has ruled that Apple's App Tracking Transparency pop-up design favors its own apps, ordering Apple to revise the wording and layout within four months and submit to seven years of oversight.
Your iPhone Has a Life-Saving System Hidden Inside—Have You Set It Up? A Complete Guide to Medical ID and Emergency Contacts
Apple has included Medical ID and Emergency Contacts in iOS since 2014, and first responders know where to find them. The essential controls are tucked inside the Health app and system settings.
Is the MacBook Pro M5 Still Worth It After the $300 Price Hike? TIDEZINE Editors Say: Wait It Out
Apple raised hardware prices across the board in June 2026 due to a memory shortage, with the 1TB MacBook Pro M5 seeing about a $300 increase. TIDEZINE editors suggest: instead of buying now, wait for the rumored MacBook Ultra, or consider stepping down to a cheaper option.
Getting This Apple Alert Means Someone's Paying to Spy on You
Apple has once again sent out mercenary spyware attack warnings and launched a new support page explaining what to do next. These notifications are rare—getting one means signs consistent with Pegasus-level attacks have shown up on your device.
MacBook Battery Draining Fast? Check This Number First, Then Flip These Hidden Switches
macOS's automatic mode is good enough most of the time, but when your battery starts aging, the night before a long flight, or when you just want to squeeze out that last hour of battery life, these options buried deep in Settings are where you actually need to look.
How Much Will App Store's External Payment Cut Cost? Apple's Proposal: 5% to 15%, Basically Just Half Off
Apple has submitted an external payment commission proposal to the court, with rates ranging from 5% to 15%. The numbers look like a concession, but do the math and it's the same old App Store in-app purchase logic in disguise.
Apple Insiders Are Calling It "iPhone Ultra" — But Does the Name Actually Make Sense?
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports that Apple employees have widely adopted the name "iPhone Ultra" for the rumored foldable phone, but analysts are questioning whether this naming can live up to Apple's traditional definition of "Ultra."
Siri's AI Needs News—But Apple's Not Paying Like OpenAI Does
According to The Wall Street Journal, Apple is in talks with news publishers over multi-year licensing deals, opting for a pay-as-you-use model instead of the flat guaranteed fees common in the industry, all to feed content to the revamped Siri AI arriving with iOS 27.
How Many External Displays Can Your MacBook Really Drive? It's the Chip, Not the Ports
The MacBook Neo has two USB-C ports, but only one can output video, and it's capped at 4K 60Hz. From the Neo to the M5 Max Pro, the external display limit varies by up to 4x — and the chip inside is the deciding factor.
Zoom Annotation Flaw Let Strangers Hijack Your Computer Without a Single Click
A critical flaw in Zoom Workspace's screen-share annotation tool let attackers remotely execute code with zero action required from victims. Researchers built the exploit using AI in under 24 hours, and Zoom has since rolled out a fix.