By Malcolm Owen It’s another battle of the leakers. While most rumor mongers say the iPhone Air will see its next update in 2027, one leaker goes against the grain and is doubling-down on a fall 2026 refresh.iPhone AirThe iPhone Air 2 was a divisive device, with analysts questioning whether it had made sufficient sales compared to other models in the iPhone 17 generation. However, while there is a general belief that a new model will eventually arrive, the timing of when that happens is still up for debate.According to serial Weibo leaker Fixed Focus Digital on Tuesday, the smartphone will be returning in the fall of 2026, not one year later in the fall of 2027. This claim is apparently based on “feedback from the production line,” without going into detail. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By William Gallagher Investment firm Evercore is predicting better than expected results from Apple’s forthcoming earnings call, chiefly on continued iPhone demand and Apple’s ability to withstand component price rises.Demand for the iPhone 17 range has centered on the higher-end models like the iPhone 17 ProBack on January 9, 2026, Evercore raised its Apple price target to $330, almost entirely on the iPhone 17 range’s success. It was the fourth time the company had raised the target since September 2025, and it continues to be positive about Apple.In a note to investors seen by AppleInsider, Evercore has outlined what it sees as the most likely results to come from the next earnings call. Central to it is that the company believes that not only has iPhone 17 demand continued, but that it has leant heavily toward the higher-end and more profitable models. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By Malcolm Owen Extremely poorly constructed AI apps available in the App Store are leaking the data of millions of users, a repository from a security research team has revealed.Some popular AI apps with hundreds of thousands of reviews are considered a massive security riskThe rise of artificial intelligence and connected services has led to a surge of apps in the App Store on the topic. However, that AI gold rush can lead to some extremely poorly made apps to be made, risking user data to make a quick buck.A new repository from security outfit CovertLabs is working to expose apps that have failed to secure user data properly. Known as Firehound, it is a public repository that catalogs the databases and files leaked out by apps, serving as a warning to developers to be more careful with user data. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By William Gallagher Australia’s Commonwealth Bank wants the country’s government to force better terms on Apple for letting rivals use its Apple Pay-style NFC systems on iPhone.Apple’s iPhone NFC is now open to rivals in AustraliaFor years, the Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) has pressed for third-party firms to be able to use iPhone NFC for payments — and then in 2024, it got what it wanted. At that time, Apple opened up its NFC technology to countries including Australia and the US, after having been forced to do so for the European Union.According to Australia’s Financial Review, though, the CBA wants more. And since the Reserve Bank of America (RBA) has now been granted more powers to oversee digital wallets, the CBA says it should step in to ensure what it calls “reasonable” terms. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By William Gallagher Hours after a new rumor backed up claims the iPhone 18 Pro’s Dynamic Island would be small and moved to the left, an exasperated leaker says no.Purported Face ID module for the iPhone 18 Pro — image credit: Instant DigitalThe latest rumor about a reduced and moved Dynamic Island has cropped up before, but now leaker Instant Digital on Chinese site Weibo is wondering just which translation app people are using.”The front camera on the left side of the iPhone 18 Pro is a complete misinformation,” writes Instant Digital (in Safari translation.) “I suspect that the English author made a translation error.” Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By Oliver Haslam The 8BitDo Retro Mechanical Keyboard C64 Edition hits the nostalgic notes while still boasting most of the features modern Mac buyers look for at a reasonable price.8Bitdo Retro C64 Mechanical Keyboard review: A wonderful blast from the pastThe days of buying a keyboard just for its functionality are long gone. They all let you type words into a computer, but there’s much more to a great keyboard than that.The relatively newfound fondness for mechanical keyboards has seen a torrent of options reach the marketplace. But even then, somehow, some still stand out from the crowd. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By Andrew O’Hara On this week’s episode of the HomeKit Insider podcast, we review three recently-launched smart home products from Aqara, Govee, and Ikea.HomeKit Insider PodcastFollowing CES 2026, news is a bit scarce. We did have one new product launch, though.The Dewenils outdoor smart plug is arriving for less than $25 in single or dual outlet configurations. Unlike most outdoor smart plugs, this one is capable of dimming your exterior lights. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By AppleInsider Staff Expand your digital viewpoint and freshen up your desktop by upgrading your Mac monitor to one of these discounted screens.There’s a wide array of monitor deals available right now. If you have set a New Year’s resolution to be more productive, one way to boost your Mac usage is to get more display space to work with. Users with 1080p screens may see a massive benefit from upgrading to a new 4K display, while increasing the physical size is also beneficial.You don’t even have to replace your existing screen to see benefits. In most cases, you can easily plug in a second monitor into a Mac, further expanding your digital desk space. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By Andrew Orr Apple is reportedly requiring under-display infrared technology in future high-end iPhone OLED panels, laying groundwork for possible changes to Face ID placement as soon as the iPhone 18 Pro release.Another rumor hints at under-display Face IDApple’s display specifications are narrowing as it prepares upcoming premium iPhones. A Korean industry report on Monday claims Apple is requiring under-display infrared (UDIR), alongside advanced LTPO OLED backplanes for next-generation devices.Hiding infrared sensors beneath the display is a prerequisite for reducing visible front-facing cutouts. It doesn’t mean Apple is ready to ship an uninterrupted screen. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By Malcolm Owen A rumor about a smaller Dynamic Island cut-out for the iPhone 18 Pro isn’t new, but one saying that it will get smaller and move is, though.Dynamic Island could move to the left corner with the front-facing camera in the iPhone 18 Pro – Image Credit: Jon ProsserThe iPhone 17 Pro underwent major changes in Apple’s big 2025 refresh. For 2026, Apple’s improvements to the models could result in a change affecting the top of the display.According to Jon Prosser, the iPhone 18 Pro could shift the position of the front-facing camera from the middle to the top-left corner. The change will help present a much cleaner appearance for users, with the camera element in a less obvious position than normal. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
