Apple Preparing iOS 18.7 for iPhones as iOS 26 Release Date Nears

Apple is preparing to release iOS 18.7 for compatible iPhone models, according to evidence of the update in the MacRumors visitor logs. We expect iOS 18.7 to be released in September, alongside iOS 26. The update will likely include fixes for security vulnerabilities, but little else. iOS 18.7 will be one of the final updates …
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Apple Pencil Pro Rolling Out in Apple’s Refurbished Store at a Discount

Over the past month, the Apple Pencil Pro has been rolling out in Apple’s online refurbished store, for the first time since the accessory launched in May 2024. The certified refurbished Apple Pencil Pro is available at a roughly 15% discount compared to brand new, which is typical for Apple’s refurbished products. At the time …
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Next Vehicle With CarPlay Ultra Named in Report as Rollout Continues

Hyundai’s upcoming IONIQ 3 electric vehicle will support Apple’s CarPlay Ultra system, according to the BBC publication Top Gear. Here is what Top Gear‘s Paul Horrell reported last week: The Ioniq 3 will be digital-forward. For a start it can run Apple’s CarPlay Ultra if the driver wants. Even without the Apple skin, the interface …
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iPhone 17 Pro Clear Case Leak Reveals Three Key Changes

Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 17 series on Tuesday, September 9, and last-minute rumors about the devices continue to surface. The latest info comes from a leaker known as Majin Bu, who has shared alleged images of Apple’s Clear Case for the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max, or at least replicas. Image …
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Apple Says 11-Inch MacBook Air and Two Other Macs Are Now Obsolete

Apple today added three Macs to the obsolete products list on its website, including the final model of the MacBook Air with a smaller 11-inch display. The three Macs that are now obsolete: MacBook Air (11-inch, Early 2015) MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2017, 4 Thunderbolt 3 Ports) MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2017) A device becomes “obsolete” once …
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Apple Hints at iPhone 17 Models Lacking SIM Card Slot in More Countries

Another hint has surfaced that Apple is preparing to eliminate the physical SIM card tray from iPhones in more countries this year. In particular, a source familiar with the matter has informed MacRumors that retail employees at Apple Authorized Resellers in the EU are required to complete a training course related to iPhones with eSIM …
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SPC MD 2024

MD 2024 CONCERNING SEVERE POTENTIAL…WATCH UNLIKELY FOR PORTIONS OF THE TEXAS PANHANDLE INTO FAR WESTERN OKLAHOMA Mesoscale Discussion 2024 NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK 0442 PM CDT Sat Aug 30 2025 Areas affected…portions of the Texas Panhandle into far western Oklahoma Concerning…Severe potential…Watch unlikely Valid 302142Z – 302345Z Probability of Watch Issuance…5 percent SUMMARY…A …
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Top Stories: Apple’s ‘Awe Dropping’ iPhone Event on September 9

It’s finally official! As expected, Apple will be holding its annual flagship iPhone event on Tuesday, September 9, and we’re expecting to see several new iPhone models, some new accessories, new Apple Watch models, and perhaps a few more announcements. Apple has plenty more announcements in the pipeline beyond next month’s event, however, including a …
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SPC Severe Thunderstorm Watch 604 Status Reports

WW 0604 Status Updates STATUS REPORT ON WW 604 SEVERE WEATHER THREAT CONTINUES RIGHT OF A LINE FROM 40 E TCC TO 35 SSE DHT. ..SPC..08/30/25 ATTN…WFO…PUB…BOU…DDC…ABQ…AMA… STATUS REPORT FOR WS 604 SEVERE WEATHER THREAT CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS TXC117-359-300440- TX . TEXAS COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE DEAF SMITH OLDHAM THE WATCH STATUS MESSAGE IS …
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SPC MD 2023

MD 2023 CONCERNING SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH 604… FOR SOUTHERN HIGH PLAINS Mesoscale Discussion 2023 NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK 0909 PM CDT Fri Aug 29 2025 Areas affected…Southern High Plains Concerning…Severe Thunderstorm Watch 604… Valid 300209Z – 300415Z The severe weather threat for Severe Thunderstorm Watch 604 continues. SUMMARY…Gusty winds may accompany storms as …
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