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Apple plans to make Full Disk Access on macOS harder to grant. The permission lets apps and AI agents such as Meta's Muse read files, mail, messages and Safari history. Apple has not said when the change arrives. You can already check in System Settings which apps have it.
As users await the launch of the iPhone Duo, commentators are comparing its prospective tablet-like internal screen experience to dedicated tablets like the iPad mini. [1][2]
Apple has confirmed a cellular issue affecting a small number of iPhone 18 Pro Max devices on AT&T's network, which can lead to a complete loss of connectivity. [1][2]
The company states that devices which have already lost service will require a hardware replacement, while software and carrier updates have been released to prevent the problem from impacting other users. [1][2]
Update 1:50 p.m. PT: More details from Apple are available here: Apple confirms iPhone 18 Pro Max AT&T cellular issues, affected devices require hardware replacement Since the iPhone 18 Pro Max launched, some AT&T customers have complained of various connectivity issues. In a new text message to customers, AT&T says affected users should update their devices to iOS 26.0.1 to fix the issues … but early reports indicate the update doesn’t actually fix the problem.
Macworld Best Mac deals at Amazon U.S. MacBook Neo (256GB): $690 ($9 off, MSRP $699) 13-inch M5 MacBook Air (512GB/16GB): $1,234 ($65 off, MSRP $1,299) 15-inch M5 MacBook Air (512GB/16GB): $1,399 ($100 off, MSRP $1,499) 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro (1TB/16GB): $1,839 ($163 off, MSRP $1,999) 16-inch M5 Max MacBook Pro (2TB/25GB ): $2,814 ($185 off, MSRP $2,999) M5 Pro Mac mini (24GB, 512GB): $1,669 ($30 off, MSRP $1,699 Best Mac deals at Amazon U.K.
iOS 27 continues Apple’s trend of giving you more control over the design of your iPhone’s Lock Screen. This year, there are new customization options, wallpaper settings, and
iOS 27 is packed with new features for Apple’s Photos app, including two that have long been on many users’ wish lists: full-featured slideshow creation and upgraded iCloud Shared Albums.
Grand Theft Auto 6 may feature actual sex scenes. The suggestion comes from an age-rating description for GTA 6 on the PlayStation Store, which states - if viewing the New Zealand or Australian versions of the Store - there are "sex scenes" in the game.
iPhone Duo pre-orders start soon, and while the foldable is Apple’s most expensive iPhone ever, the new Apple Upgrade program can get you a leased model at a lower monthly cost than I expected.
A Texas school district is going all-in on the iPad and MacBook Neo as part of a new $11 million deal. The Beaumont Independent School District is ditching its Chromebook fleet and opting for Apple gear going forward, citing better reliability, lower costs, and performance. As reported by the Beaumont Enterprise this week, the Beaumont Independent School District’s board has approved an $11.19 million four-year lease to upgrade its technology ecosystem.
Macworld Best AirPods deals at Amazon U.S. AirPods Pro 3: $234 ($15 off, MSRP $249) AirPods 5: $129 ($0 off, MSRP $129) AirPods Max 2: $509 ($40 off, MSRP $549) Best AirPods deals at Amazon U.K. AirPods Pro 3: £200 (£19 off, RRP £219) PRICES CHECKED OCTOBER 2, 2026 Amazon’s October Prime Day sale takes place on October 6 and 7.
Macworld Apple MacBook Air M5 View Deal It’s hard to find decent discounts on MacBooks these days, but we managed to spot the M5 MacBook Air down to $1,449 right now, which is well under its $1,599 MSRP. That’s the best price it’s been since Apple raised prices back in June. The MacBook Air is such an excellent pick of a laptop because it’s thin, it’s light, and the battery lasts up to 18 hours.
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Alongside the launch of the all-new Twelve South Airfly Drive wireless CarPlay adapter at $40, Amazon has once again updated its early fall Prime Day sale with fresh deals. Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by Apple AirTag 2 down at Amazon all-time low pricing.
Apple Podcasts is my podcast app of choice, but I’ve long had major issues with its central Up Next queue feature. I’m happy to report that iOS 27.2 introduces the solution.
As users await the launch of the iPhone Duo, commentators are comparing its prospective tablet-like internal screen experience to dedicated tablets like the iPad mini. [1][2]
Apple reportedly plans to launch new Home products on October 13 alongside an all-new operating system rumored to be called ‘homeOS.’ Here are the details.
Google has introduced a “Map” tool to aid your location-based Gemini app prompts on Android and iOS. Meanwhile, the Gemini app is already getting ready to replace the forward slash for skills.
Macworld Apple’s list of currently available content for Apple TV continues to grow, and so does the list of upcoming projects in the works. Some of these projects have been officially announced and acknowledged by Apple, while others have been reported by the Hollywood press.
Apple plans to make Full Disk Access on macOS harder to grant. The permission lets apps and AI agents such as Meta's Muse read files, mail, messages and Safari history. Apple has not said when the change arrives. You can already check in System Settings which apps have it.
Update, October 2: Many of you have asked for a full vehicle compatibility list for the Twelve South Airfly Drive. Our friends over at 9to5Toys have just published exactly that. Take a look! Complete vehicle compatibility list for new Twelve South Airfly Drive CarPlay and Android Auto adapter Twelve South, the company behind a range of premium Apple accessories, has launched a notable expansion of its Airfly brand.
The Home app is a great place to configure your smart home, but it can be slow to control. The tab structure and room hierarchy make sense when you’re setting things up, but they add steps to everything you want to do fifty times a day. Home Widget builds the control panel that Apple didn’t.
Amid the rapid rise in AI agents requesting “Full Disk Access” to your Mac, Apple says it is making changes to macOS to protect user privacy. While the company hasn’t shared specifics, Apple says users should understand what it means to give an app such “extraordinary” access to their Mac.
iPhone Duo has the largest display ever in an iPhone, bigger even than iPhone 18 Pro Max. But how do the two models truly compare in size? A side-by-side video offers a great look.