09 May 2026
Here’s why I’m optimistic about iOS 27 and Apple’s renewed focus on stability
This year, Apple is rumored to be doing a code cleanup for iOS 27, as well as overall having a renewed focus for stability and performance – on top of a plethora of Apple Intelligence features.
Michael Burkhardt
2026
09 May 2026
Apple, Intel reach preliminary chip-making deal
Intel has reached a preliminary deal to make some chips for Apple devices, the Wall Street Journal reported today, in a potential boost to Intel’s contract manufacturing business and Washington’s push to shore up U.S. chip production.
@staradvertiser, Zaheer Kachwala
2026
08 May 2026
Intel shares soar on Apple chip deal report. Here's why it signals a total pivot for chipmaking
Apple and Intel are reportedly closing in on a deal that would see Intel make some of the chips for the iPhone maker's devices, marking a major shift in the chipmaking landscape.
Katie Schoolov, Katie Tarasov
2026
08 May 2026
iPhone 18: Here's What We Know About Apple's Next Flagship Phone
Key takeaways: Features: Dynamic Island could be smaller and cameras might have a variable aperture -- plus, there are rumors of a bigger battery. However, some components could be downgraded due to memory component shortages. Colors: Apple could launch red, burgundy, purple and brown versions or a variation thereof. Price: There have been no leaks about price increases, which is good news at…
@CNET, Nicole Lee
2026
08 May 2026
Intel, Apple strike chipmaking deal, WSJ reports
Intel has reached a preliminary deal with Apple to make some of the chips that power the iPhone maker's devices, the Wall Street Journal reported on Friday, in a major boost for the chipmaker's bid to revive its manufacturing business.
Reuters, The Columbus Dispatch
2026
08 May 2026
Micron surges more than 30% on week as memory chip rally goes parabolic
Micron Technology shares caught fire this week amid a global shortage of memory chips, with momentum driving the stock on surging enthusiasm across the semiconductor sector. Shares were up almost 14% to $734 in trading on Friday as of 2:20 p.m. ET. The stock has gained about 35% on the week and more than 80% in the past month.
Tobias Burns
2026
08 May 2026
iOS 26 review one year later: Liquid Glass complaints hide the real problem
Most of the conversation around iOS 26 got lost behind social media's need for it to be as controversial a change as iOS 7. The bigger story is the lack of a revitalized Apple Intelligence. My iOS 26 review is going to focus on the changes that actually affected our day-to-day use of the iPhone . There are a lot of new features, app updates, and the Liquid Glass material, but the elephant in the…
@appleinsider, Wesley Hilliard
2026
08 May 2026
Apple Watch vs WHOOP: A true comparison
For the last 60 days, I have been wearing an Apple Watch Ultra 2 and the latest WHOOP MG. I wanted to better understand the hype surrounding WHOOP. If you spend enough time online, you can see that WHOOP...
Fernando Silva
2026
08 May 2026
Grok's voice mode comes to Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay users just got another AI assistant option for their cars: Grok. On Friday, SpaceXAI announced that Grok's voice mode is now available in Apple CarPlay.
@mashable, Stan Schroeder
2026
