Today in Apple history: Apple ships its last Mac with a CRT monitor

On July 5, 2006, Apple discontinued its last CRT Mac, with the cancellation of the low-end eMac product line aimed at schools. Thin is in! (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

This is how Apple torture-tests its devices

A new report offers a rare glimpse into Apple’s durability testing lab and the extreme conditions its devices endure before launch. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

Apple’s cheapest laptop ever?!? [The CultCast]

On CultCast episode 706, we discuss rumors of the cheapest MacBook ever, plus our fave Apple Watch bands and the future of Apple Vision. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

Travel for less: This AI app sets you up with cheap flights, hotels and rental cars for life

Travel in style for less with this AI travel app. Get a lifetime subscription to OneAir Elite and save on airfare, hotels and rental cars. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

Make your texting snazzier with iMessage effects (including fireworks)

iMessage effects can add much more meaning, emotion and fun to your texting. You can add bold, italics, underline and many animated effects. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

Save $190 on the best damn scooter I’ve ever ridden

Don’t miss a great deal on the Navee ST3 Pro Electric Scooter, which I highly recommend because I enormously enjoy riding mine. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

Today in Apple history: Steve Jobs visits the Soviet Union

On July 4, 1985, Steve Jobs visited Moscow, hoping to sell Macs to the Russians. Unfortunately, his trip served up more intrigue than results. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

iPhone 17 Pro Max could pack a seriously big battery

Apple could equip the iPhone 17 Pro Max with a massive 5,000mAh battery—the largest ever in an iPhone—to boost its runtime. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

Price cut: EDC keychain charging cable packs secret skills

This 8-in-1 EDC gadget is designed for anyone who needs fast charging. Save on a keychain charging cable with USB-C and Lightning. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

How to take fabulous fireworks photos with your iPhone

These tips and hardware recommendations will make your snaps sparkle. Learn how to photograph fireworks with iPhone and achieve great results. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

My go-to Apple Watch Ultra band is a steal at less than $10

Get an outstanding deal on this rugged-yet-comfortable nylon Apple Watch band that puts an American flag on your wrist. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

Today in Apple history: End of the line for Power Mac G4 Cube

Price drop: This app makes learning a new language fast, easy and fun

Have fun getting fluent in up to 11 languages with MosaLingua, an AI language learning app that offers a smarter, faster way to learn. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

Qwerkywriter retro typewriter is the coolest-looking iPad keyboard ever

Qwerkywriter has the look of a classic typewriter, but the keyboard includes an integrated iPad stand. Or it can wirelessly connect to a Mac. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

These are the best and coolest Apple Watch faces

If you want to spice up and individualize your Apple Watch, here are the best and coolest faces out of the dozens of options. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

iOS 26 will pause FaceTime video calls when it detects nudity

As a safety measure, iOS 26 will pause FaceTime calls with nudity or sensitive content and require manual intervention to resume. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

Last chance to claim settlement from Siri class-action lawsuit [Updated]

The Siri class-action lawsuit settlement means most Apple users are entitled to receive up to $100 over a privacy claim. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

How to turn off autocorrect on your iPhone

You can turn off autocorrect on your iPhone if you want your texts to come across as casual and laid-back. It's super-easy!!! :) (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

Apple delays launch of folding iPad

Apple just hit the pause button on the large folding iPad that’s been the subject of so many rumors. But the folding iPhone is moving ahead. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

Apple sues ex-employee for allegedly stealing Vision Pro trade secrets

A former senior Apple design engineer allegedly stole trade secrets and Vision Pro-related confidential information before joining Snap. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

Clever Cleaner iPhone storage cleanup app: Free to use and free of ads, forever!

A useful and totally free app with no advertising? Yes, you can find such a unicorn in the new Clever Cleaner iPhone storage cleanup app. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)