By Malcolm Owen Apple is preparing to roll out at least one SIM-free iPhone 17 model to more countries, with retail staff in the EU now being trained on how eSIM works.The eSIM is gradually replacing physical SIM card traysFollowing the introduction of eSIM support in the iPhone, and the eventual release of an eSIM-only iPhone 14 in the United States, Apple has been preparing to eliminate SIM card usage in other countries. For the iPhone 17 launch, it seems Apple will be doing just that.According to a source of MacRumors on Sunday, Apple is requiring employees at Apple Authorized Resellers in the European Union to complete a training course by September 5. That training course, which appears in the SEED app, is accessible to both Apple Store employees and resellers. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By Malcolm Owen Yet more supposed case leaks have emerged for the iPhone 17, with the alleged Apple Clear Case being mostly transparent, except for the rear panel.Alleged clear cases for the iPhone 17 Pro – Image Credit: Majin BuApple is just over a week away from launching the iPhone 17, which means the rumor mill is set to go into overdrive. The first signs of that for 2025 is apparently case leaks, if one prolific leaker is to be believed.The latest missive from leaker Majin Bu on Sunday consists of a post of new cases on their website. This time, they claim to show an iPhone 17 Pro “Clear Case” design. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By Wesley Hilliard Globular Cluster is known for making comfort mods for VR headsets, and its version for Apple Vision Pro brings a variety of fits and customization to the controversially heavy headset.Globular Cluster CMA1 Comfort Mod reviewI’ll get this out of the way right off the bat — I hate having too much stuff piled up on my head. It’s a weird problem to have as someone who loves Apple Vision Pro.The thing is, I fell in love with the Solo Knit Band right away. It’s basically the minimum amount of headwear to keep the Apple Vision Pro attached without making things uncomfortable. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By Malcolm Owen A questionable leaker has shared yet another image of the supposed iPhone 17 TechWoven case to show holes where a crossbody strap will apparently fit.The bases of alleged TechWoven iPhone 17 cases – Image Credit: Majin BuWith the launch of the iPhone 17 just around the corner on September 9, the rumors about what Apple will launch are continuing to fly. They include accessories, with one rumored item being extremely persistent.Continuing to press forward the claim that Apple will be bringing out a TechWoven case line for the iPhone 17 range, leaker Majin Bu has posted a new image of the cases. Posted to X on Saturday, the image shows the base side of five cases in a stack. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By Malcolm Owen TransUnion has confirmed it has been the victim of a breach, with the data of more than 4.4 million customers now at risk.TransUnion logoOn July 28, TransUnion was the subject of a major credit breach. One of the biggest credit reporting agencies in the United States, TransUnion confirmed that there was an incident on Thursday, in filings to the Maine and Texas attorney general’s offices.The breach was a major one that apparently involved an attacker accessing a third-party application. TechCrunch reports it was an application that stored the personal data of customers in its U.S. consumer support arm. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By Malcolm Owen The U.S. Court of Appeals has declared that most of President Donald Trump’s tariffs are illegal, but they will still affect the launch of the iPhone 17 before an inevitable Supreme Court appeal.U.S. President Donald TrumpOn Friday, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit issued a 7-4 ruling, determining that President Donald Trump’s attempt to use the International Emergency Economic Powers act (IEEPA) doesn’t officially grant powers to raise tariffs in the way it has been used.For most of the tariffs the Trump administration instituted, including the headline “reciprocal” tariffs from April, using the IEEPA is an overstretch of its powers. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By Wesley Hilliard The iPhone is an excellent camera system on its own, but pros know that it works better with some accessories. The Tilta Khronos camera system is next-level and still evolving.Tilta Khronos iPhone camera system reviewIf you’re serious about iPhone photography or videography, you’ve likely researched various cases and mods to enhance your setup. Enter the Tilta Khronos system for iPhone, which is fully modular and works across generations.It starts with a heavy-duty iPhone case that has an open back for MagSafe and other accessories. It fully encases the iPhone in a rugged, protective exterior that doubles as a mounting system for Khronos accessories. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By Wesley Hilliard On Friday, Apple filed another response to the 9th Circuit Court’s App Store antisteering injunction, citing that it can’t stand and, at the least, must be reduced in scope to be constitutional.Apple’s pushback against Epic’s one win continues. Image source: EpicApple won 9 out of 10 rulings in an extended legal battle with Epic Games, but that last count has become a thorn in Apple’s side and bottom line. We’ve heard a lot of what Apple has had to say about the situation before, but it has spelled it out altogether in its latest filing.Apple’s response to the 9th Circuit that we’ve seen hits all the high points that have been shared since the punitive injunction was placed against it in April. It reiterates that the new injunction unfairly increases the scope of the punishment against Apple, eliminates Apple’s right to collect commission on purchases made as a result of its platform being involved, and ignores legal precedent set by state proceedings. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By Andrew Orr A new spyware campaign chained WhatsApp and a flaw in iOS 18.6 to expose users to a “zero-click” hack that required no interaction to compromise an iPhone.WhatsApp on an iPhoneMeta confirmed on August 29, 2025, that it had patched a flaw in its iOS and Mac apps. The flaw was tracked as CVE-2025-55177 in the database of known security flaws.Apple had previously issued a fix for a related iOS and macOS vulnerability, CVE-2025-43300 on August 20. Together, these two bugs were used to target a select group of WhatsApp users. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By Andrew Orr Stop us if you’ve heard this about flagship Android devices before — Google’s new Pro-Res Zoom on the Pixel 10 Pro fabricates detail with AI instead of capturing it with the lens.Google’s new smartphonesThe Pixel 10 Pro, launched in August 2025, uses a 5x optical zoom lens. Beyond that, it depends on artificial intelligence. Google’s “Pro-Res Zoom” applies a diffusion model to generate detail the sensor never recorded.Google brags about 10x and even 100x zoom, but beyond 5x the phone isn’t capturing reality anymore. It’s spitting out AI guesswork. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
