The iPhone 26.3 update just took a major step toward release. We can now name the most likely launch day. The same goes for macOS 26.3. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

The release candidate build of iOS 26.3 was discovered to contain identifiers for two unreleased Apple chips, which may be the M5 Max and M5 Ultra.Unreleased Apple chips are referenced in the iOS 26.3 RC build.On Wednesday, a week after the release of the third developer beta, Apple deployed the iOS 26.3 release candidate version. While the update itself doesn't appear to contain any new features, the software includes files that reference unannounced Apple processing hardware.Given that macOS 26.3 is tied to upcoming MacBook Pro models, as pointed out by AppleInsider in 2025, it's not surprising that the iOS 26.3 RC contains mentions of the M5 Max chip. The code also references what appears to be the M5 Ultra, a…

As OpenAI is making plans to introduce ads to ChatGPT, competitor Anthropic has promised to keep Claude ad-free. In a blog post today, the company said that there are "many good places for advertising," but a "conversation with Claude is not one of them." According to Anthropic, including ads in Claude would not be in line with its mission of creating a helpful assistant for work and deep thinking. Anthropic claims that users should not need to second-guess whether an AI is being helpful or "subtly steering the conversation towards something monetizable." There will be no ads or sponsored links in conversations with Claude, and Claude's responses will not be influenced by advertisers or include third-party product placements. Our analysis…

The CEO of Formula 1 suggested that Apple TV might get a sequel to the popular "F1" movie, while Eddy Cue highlighted Apple's exclusive streaming deal for all 24 races in 2026.The "F1" movie might get a sequel in 2028.At the Apple TV press day on Tuesday, the iPhone maker revealed an extensive list of new shows and films coming to its streaming service. Apple also outlined its planned sports lineup, which includes Major League Soccer and Major League Baseball content, along with Formula 1 races.Apple secured the rights to Formula 1 races back in October 2025, and all races will be available at no extra cost to Apple TV subscribers in the United States. Continue Reading on AppleInsider |…

The iOS 26.3 release candidate includes references to a pair of unreleased chips that are in the M5 family, according to information found by Nicolás Alvarez and shared with MacRumors. The iOS 26.3 RC mentions two unreleased SoCs, T6051 and T6052, with associated H17C and H17D platform names. The 17 is a reference to the M5, as the standard M5 chip is numbered H17G. Typically, the "C" lettering is used with a Max chip, and the "D" lettering is used for Ultra chips. G is used for standard chips, and S is used for Pro chips. When using Apple's past numbering and lettering as a reference, that would suggest an M5 Max and an M5 Ultra chip. There is no…

The iOS 26.3 release candidate includes references to a pair of unreleased chips that are in the M5 family, according to information found by Nicolás Alvarez and shared with MacRumors. The iOS 26.3 RC mentions two unreleased SoCs, T6051 and T6052, with associated H17C and H17D platform names. The 17 is a reference to the M5, as the standard M5 chip is numbered H17G. Typically, the "C" lettering is used with a Max chip, and the "D" lettering is used for Ultra chips. G is used for standard chips, and S is used for Pro chips. When using Apple's past numbering and lettering as a reference, that would suggest an M5 Max and an M5 Ultra chip. There is no…