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Apple may soon deliver iPhone security patches in the background

Apple is allegedly prepping a new way to distribute iOS patches: Background Security Improvements. These could make securing an iPhone easy. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

Apple invests in protecting iconic California redwood forests

Apple protects California redwood forests through a major investment from an expansion of its Restore Fund. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

Today in Apple history: Apple lays out its core company values

On September 23, 1981, Cupertino laid out its "Apple Values." The Apple mission statement established a positive, productive corporate ethos. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

20th anniversary iPhone may sport bright new Samsung OLED display

In 2027, the much-anticipated 20th anniversary iPhone may feature a bright new Samsung OLED display using COE technology. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

iPhone 17 vs. iPhone 17 Pro vs. iPhone Air: Which one’s right for you?

Find out how the latest iPhones compare across key aspects in our iPhone 17 vs. iPhone 17 Pro vs. iPhone Air comparison. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

Killer standing desk lifts MacBook rig in more ways than one [Setups]

David Snow's dual-display M4 Pro MacBook setup gets a huge non-computer upgrade -- an amazing Uplift standing desk. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

Let this highly rated memory app train your brain

The memoryOS app is built on scientifically proven methods, like mnemonics, spaced repetition and virtual mind palaces. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

Apple closes the door on downgrading iPhone from iOS 26 to iOS 18

Apple has officially stopped signing iOS 18.6.2, which means iPhone users can no longer downgrade from iOS 26. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

iOS 26.1 beta 1: All the new features and changes

The first iOS 26.1 beta is here, adding minor improvements, including Liquid Glass design tweaks, that go a long way in everyday use. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

Want to write a book? This specialized AI makes it easy.

Tap into popular AI models like ChatGPT and Claude with Youbooks, a new AI book writer that helps you pull together full nonfiction books. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

Take a peek at new immersive films coming for Vision Pro

Take a look at all the immersive films coming for Vision Pro from global partners including publishers, broadcasters, studios and brands. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

iOS 26.1 and macOS Tahoe 26.1 start the long journey toward users

Apple seeded the first beta versions of iOS 26.1 and macOS Tahoe 26.1 to developers, beginning a testing process that’ll go on for weeks. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

If you touch an iPhone Air, you’ll want to buy it immediately [Review] ★★★★☆

In our iPhone Air review, we find this is the first phone in ages that will truly shock you when you take it out of the box. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

Save on Apple’s official iPhone 17 cases

Find deals on a range of official Apple cases to protect your scratch-prone new iPhone 17. There are multiple designs and colors to choose. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

Today in Apple history: iPhone 6 sells record 10 million units at launch

On September 22, 2014, Apple notched a new iPhone launch sales record with iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus, selling a massive 10 million devices. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

iPhone Air teardown reveals skinny handset’s clever secrets

iFixit's iPhone Air teardown reveals a surprisingly repairable handset -- and how Apple made it so thin in the first place. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

iPhone Air is crazy hard to bend

Do not worry that you’ll accidentally bend your iPhone Air. Despite its super-slim shape, tests show that it takes a huge amount of pressure to get the sleek new model to break. That should reassure those who might accidentally sit on the handset. …

Scratchgate is real: I’ve seen it myself

SAN FRANCISCO — The iPhone 17 Scratchgate drama is real. Demo units of the new iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone Air models in Apple retail stores are showing scratches on opening weekend. The scratches appeared on their aluminum frames and on the glass pan…

Today in Apple history: Google comes out of beta

On September 21, 1999, Google came out of beta. The Google launch brought a powerful internet search tool (and birthed an Apple rivalry). (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

Turn fuzzy footage into 4K magic with this AI video enhancer for Mac

Why spend hours laboring over your video files trying to make them shine? Use Macxvideo AI video enhancer for instant results. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)