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Mitchel Broussard @ MacRumors · 02/17/2026 10:01 EDT

Nomad Takes Up to 49% Off iPhone 17 Cases, MagSafe Stands, and More

Nomad this week has an overstock sale going on with major discounts across a few different product categories. This includes iPhone 17 cases, MagSafe-compatible charging stations, iPad folios, and much more. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Nomad. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. All discounts in this sale have been automatically applied... Read more ›

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Hartley Charlton @ MacRumors · 02/17/2026 08:41 EDT

New iOS 26.4 Feature Shows Hotspot Data Usage By Device

iOS 26.4 adds a new feature to show how much mobile data connected devices have used via Personal Hotspot. Available in Personal Hotspot settings below the "Maximize Compatibility" toggle, the functionality breaks down data usage by device, with non-Apple devices simply showing up as a group of "Other Devices." Total Personal Hotspot Data usage is also displayed. Previously, there was no way to see how much data was being used... Read more ›

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Tim Hardwick @ MacRumors · 02/17/2026 05:45 EDT

OLED iPad Mini: Release Date, Pricing, and What to Expect

Rumors are stoking excitement for the next-generation iPad mini that Apple is reportedly close to launching. So what should we expect from the successor to the iPad mini 7 that Apple released over a year ago? Read on to find out. Processor and Performance Apple is working on a next-generation version of the iPad mini (codename J510/J511) that features the A19 Pro chip, according to information found in code that... Read more ›

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Eric Slivka @ MacRumors · 02/16/2026 22:52 EDT

iOS 26.4 Lays Groundwork for CarPlay Video, Including Apple TV

Back at WWDC 2025, Apple revealed that it was planning to allow CarPlay users to watch video via AirPlay in their vehicles while they are not driving, and the first beta of iOS 26.4 suggests the feature may be nearing availability. The original mention of the feature appeared on Apple's CarPlay page for developers within a section specific to automakers, indicating that CarPlay with AirPlay video is something automakers will... Read more ›

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Juli Clover @ MacRumors · 02/16/2026 16:40 EDT

Everything New in iOS 26.4 Beta 1

Apple today provided developers with the first beta of an upcoming iOS 26.4 update, which adds quite a few new features to the iPhone. There's a video podcasts feature, updates to Stolen Device Protection, end-to-end encryption for RCS messages, an Apple Music tool for generating playlists, and much more. We've rounded up everything we've found that's new in the first beta of iOS 26.4. The beta is limited to developers... Read more ›

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Juli Clover @ MacRumors · 02/16/2026 16:38 EDT

Apple Brings iPhone-Style Battery Charge Limits to the Mac in macOS Tahoe 26.4

The macOS Tahoe 26.4 beta that Apple released today includes a Charge Limit feature for the Mac. There is a new slider bar that lets Mac users select a charge level from 80 percent to 100 percent. The Charge Limit is a setting that's available in addition to Optimized Battery Charging, and it can prevent a Mac from ever charging to 100 percent. Apple's existing Optimized Battery Charging feature keeps... Read more ›

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Juli Clover @ MacRumors · 02/16/2026 16:23 EDT

Compact Safari Tab Bar Returns in macOS Tahoe 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4

The macOS Tahoe 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 betas that Apple released today reintroduce a compact Safari Tab Bar option for those who prefer that view option. Apple removed the compact tab bar option with the launch of ‌macOS Tahoe‌ and iPadOS 26.4, but there were Mac and iPad users who missed it. The Safari app on Mac and the Safari section of the Settings app on ‌iPad‌ both now feature... Read more ›

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Juli Clover @ MacRumors · 02/16/2026 15:41 EDT

Apple Music 'Playlist Playground' in iOS 26.4 Creates Playlists From Text Prompts

The iOS 26.4 update that Apple is beta testing includes a new "Playlist Playground" feature in the Apple Music app that's designed to let users create a playlist with a text-based prompt. In the ‌Apple Music‌ app, there's an option to type in an idea and get automatic song suggestions for a playlist. Apple has some pre-set suggestions that include "morning coffee music," "hip-hop party songs," and "disco songs that... Read more ›

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Juli Clover @ MacRumors · 02/16/2026 15:08 EDT

macOS Tahoe 26.4 Displays Warnings for Apps That Won't Work After Rosetta 2 Support Ends

macOS Tahoe will be the last version of macOS that supports Intel-based Macs, with Apple planning to phase out Intel Macs entirely following its transition to Apple silicon. Apple today reminded developers and users that future versions of macOS will not support Intel machines, and Rosetta 2 support for apps will end after macOS 27. Starting with ‌macOS Tahoe‌ 26.4, when users launch an app that uses Rosetta 2, there... Read more ›

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Juli Clover @ MacRumors · 02/16/2026 14:43 EDT

Apple Releases New Public Beta Firmware for AirPods Pro 2, AirPods Pro 3 and AirPods 4

Apple today released new public beta firmware for the AirPods Pro 2, AirPods Pro 3, and AirPods 4. The firmware is limited to developers and public beta testers at the current time, and it has a build number of 8B5034f. Apple first provided this firmware last week, but it was only available to developers at the time. Apple today started testing iOS 26.4, so it's possible the new firmware includes... Read more ›

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Juli Clover @ MacRumors · 02/16/2026 13:59 EDT

iOS 26.4 Enables Stolen Device Protection by Default for All iPhones

Starting with iOS 26.4, Stolen Device Protection will be enabled by default and turned on for all iPhone users. Stolen Device Protection adds extra security in case of physical ‌iPhone‌ theft. Apple implemented Stolen Device Protection back in 2023 after reports about a new ‌iPhone‌ theft method. Thieves would spy on an intended victim to learn their passcode, then steal the target's ‌iPhone‌. With the passcode, criminals were able to... Read more ›

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Juli Clover @ MacRumors · 02/16/2026 13:49 EDT

Apple Begins Testing End-to-End Encryption for RCS Messages in iOS 26.4 Beta

Apple is testing secure messaging between Android and iOS devices with iOS 26.4, iPadOS 26.4, and macOS Tahoe 26.4. The updates introduce end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for RCS messages, a security feature that is not currently available for cross-platform messaging. Apple has been working with the GSM Association to implement E2EE for ‌RCS‌ messages. iMessage, the messaging protocol for sending texts between iPhones, has long supported end-to-end encryption. ‌RCS‌ messages between... Read more ›

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Juli Clover @ MacRumors · 02/16/2026 13:32 EDT

Apple Podcasts Getting Video Episodes in iOS 26.4

With iOS 26.4, Apple is adding video podcast capabilities to the Apple Podcasts app. The feature uses HTTP Live Streaming (HLS) to provide podcast creators with "unprecedented control and monetization opportunities" while also providing a high-quality viewing experience. "Twenty years ago, Apple helped take podcasting mainstream by adding podcasts to iTunes, and more than a decade ago, we introduced the dedicated Apple Podcasts app," said Eddy Cue, Apple's senior vice... Read more ›

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Juli Clover @ MacRumors · 02/16/2026 13:09 EDT

Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 to Developers

Apple today seeded the first betas of upcoming iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 updates to developers for testing purposes, with the software coming less than a week after Apple released iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3. Registered developers can download the betas from the Settings app on the iPhone or iPad by going to the General section and selecting Software Update. iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 could be significant updates that... Read more ›

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Juli Clover @ MacRumors · 02/16/2026 13:08 EDT

First macOS Tahoe 26.4 Beta Now Available for Developers

Apple today provided the first beta of an upcoming macOS Tahoe 26.4 update to developers for testing purposes, with the update coming just a few days after Apple launched ‌macOS Tahoe‌ 26.3. Developers can download the ‌macOS Tahoe‌ 26.4 update by opening up the System Settings app, selecting the General category, and then choosing Software Update. Beta Updates will need to be enabled, and a free developer account is required.... Read more ›

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Juli Clover @ MacRumors · 02/16/2026 13:07 EDT

Apple Releases First watchOS 26.4, tvOS 26.4 and visionOS 26.4 Betas

Apple today provided developers with the first betas of upcoming watchOS 26.4, tvOS 26.4, and visionOS 26.4 betas for testing purposes. The software comes a few days after Apple launched the 26.3 versions of each platform. The software updates are available through the Settings app on each device, and because these are developer betas, a free developer account is required. The updates are expected to introduce new emoji characters, plus... Read more ›

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Hartley Charlton @ MacRumors · 02/16/2026 11:40 EDT

Apple May Leave iPad Pro Without Major Upgrades for Years

Apple's iPad Pro is likely to be left for years without a major update, according to a reliable leaker. The Weibo-based leaker, known as "Instant Digital," says that the ‌iPad Pro‌ will not have a major update for a prolonged period of time. The cost of the OLED panel now used in the device is unlikely to come down in price and the last major redesign apparently did not significantly... Read more ›

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Mitchel Broussard @ MacRumors · 02/16/2026 10:51 EDT

AirTag 1 Gets Major Amazon Discount With 4-Pack at $64

Apple's first-generation AirTag 4-Pack has dropped to $64.00 this week on Amazon, down from the original price of $99.00. Free shipping options have a delivery estimate around February 21, while Prime members should be able to get it delivered a few days sooner. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep... Read more ›

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Hartley Charlton @ MacRumors · 02/16/2026 09:10 EDT

Apple Announces Special Event in New York on March 4

Apple today announced a "special Apple Experience" in New York, taking place on March 4, 2026 at 9:00am ET. The event is simply described as a "special Apple Experience," and there is no further information about what it may entail. Apple is specifically using the word "experience," rather than event. The announcement of several new Apple products is believed to be imminent, including the iPhone 17e, MacBook Pro with M5... Read more ›

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Tim Hardwick @ MacRumors · 02/16/2026 07:40 EDT

iOS 27 'Rave' Update to Clean Up Code, Could Boost Battery Life

Apple's iOS 27 update will prioritize cleaning up the operating system's internals, with engineers making changes that could result in better battery life, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. The effort is said to be similar to what Apple did with its Snow Leopard Mac update years ago, and will involve removing old code, rewriting existing features, and subtly upgrading apps to improve performance. The result should hopefully be a "snappier,... Read more ›

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