#macOS

News stories tagged with #macOS

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AI, Gaming, and Hardware: OpenAI Codex Controls Mac, Intel CPU Sales Plunge, Metro 2039 and iPhone 18 Pro Revealed

OpenAI has updated its AI agent Codex to fully control macOS devices with autonomous actions, while Intel's CPU sales plummeted in early 2026 amid strong competition from AMD. Meanwhile, Intel released new Arc GPU drivers, Valve launched Proton 11.0 for Linux gaming, and the Metro 2039 showcase revealed a dark, narrative-driven sequel. On the hardware front, a leak revealed potential iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Fold color options, while NVIDIA is reportedly preparing a cost-effective RTX 5050 with GDDR7 memory.

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Apple Rolls Out Comprehensive Security and Feature Updates: From iOS 26.4 to New Background Security Architecture

Apple has released comprehensive security updates for older iOS and iPadOS devices from 2014, patching critical vulnerabilities including the Coruna exploit. Alongside, the company introduces new security architecture like 'Background Security Improvements' and rolls out iOS 26.4, macOS 26.4, and other OS updates featuring new emojis, AI-powered features, and battery life optimizations. In the EU, Apple allows sideloading since 2024, while chat surveillance negotiations have failed. The updates also serve as a precursor to WWDC 2026.

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Apple to Unveil 2026 MacBook Pro with Dynamic Island, OLED Touchscreen, and Adaptive Interface

Apple is set to unveil an updated MacBook Pro in 2026 featuring a touchscreen OLED display, Dynamic Island, and a new M6 chip. The new models, codenamed K114 and K116, mark a shift in Apple's design philosophy by introducing touch-enabled laptops for the first time. The Dynamic Island will replace the current notch, and the macOS interface will automatically adapt to input methods—mouse, trackpad, or finger. Meanwhile, Apple plans a smaller Dynamic Island for the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max, with no move to a punch-hole display, continuing its use in the fifth iPhone generation.