English

Apple / English

Stories published on Feb 16
  • Related stories in the last 90 days
  • Stories published on Feb 16

Monday, Feb 16

00

Apple Music Playlist Playground among first new AI features in iOS 26.4

appleinsider.com

A new Apple Intelligence feature is coming to iOS 26.4 called Playlist Playground, which will allow users to generate playlists using selected songs or text prompts.

I wear an Apple Watch every day — but here’s the simple reason why I swapped to Garmin for my half-marathon last weekend

www.tomsguide.com

Here's why I opted for Garmin over Apple when it came time to run a half-marathon last weekend.

Apple debuts iOS 26.4 beta 1 for developers, adding limited support for encrypted RCS messages, enhancements to Apple Music, a Smart List for Reminders, more (Chance Miller/9to5Mac)

www.techmeme.com

Apple debuts iOS 26.4 beta 1 for developers, adding limited support for encrypted RCS messages, enhancements to Apple Music, a Smart List for Reminders, more — iOS 26.4 beta 1 is now available in beta for developers. The update includes a…

Formula 1 channel pops up in Apple TV, can't be removed

appleinsider.com

Ahead of the season starting, the Formula 1 channel has popped up in the Apple TV app — and you can't edit, move, or delete it.

Business briefly: Apple to hold product launch with Mac updates

www.ocregister.com

The invitation implies a more low-key showcase than the typical launches held at the company’s campus in Cupertino.

Apple cider vinegar touted as natural gut health booster

www.naturalnews.com

(NaturalNews) About 70 million Americans experience digestive problems such as constipation, acid reflux and IBS, fueling interest in natural remedies like appl...

23

Apple takes on YouTube and Spotify with a new video podcast push

Apple is rolling out a revamped video experience in Apple Podcasts as rivals YouTube and Spotify invest heavily in the format.

9to5Mac Daily: February 16, 2026 – New Apple hardware is imminent

9to5mac.com

Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.

Apple Brings iPhone-Style Battery Charge Limits to the Mac in macOS Tahoe 26.4

www.macrumors.com

The macOS Tahoe 26.4 beta that Apple released today includes a Charge Limit feature for the Mac. There is a new slider bar that lets Mac users select a charge level from 80 percent to 100 percent.

The new F1 channel has appeared in the Apple TV app ahead of first race

9to5mac.com

The new dedicated channel for Formula 1 has appeared in the Apple TV app, starting today. Users in the United States can now see a dedicated Formula 1 item in the sidebar, alongside the existing Apple TV originals and MLS tabs.

Apple's Cheap New MacBook Is Coming Soon In Fun New Colors

www.bgr.com

Reports indicate Apple will soon be unveiling its highly anticipated and budget-conscious MacBook in a variety of fun colors for users looking for personality.

After 3 Years, Apple TV's 7-Part Thriller Series Is The Perfect One-Night Binge Ahead Of 2026 Return

screenrant.com

A major Apple TV thriller series is coming back soon, and ahead of its 2026 return, the star-studded show is perfect for a one-night binge.

Apple's upgraded Siri is late but not lost -- the real story is timing

appleinsider.com

Apple's next-generation Siri still hasn't surfaced in shipping software, but the delay aligns more with staged rollout planning and strict reliability standards than with a stalled AI strategy.

Apple releases iOS 26.4 Beta 1 missing the update you really wanted

www.phonearena.com

We were all hoping that iOS 26.4 Beta 1 would include a major update, but alas, it did not arrive.

The only Presidents’ Day sales list you need: I've found 59 affordable deals you can still get from Apple, Patagonia, IKEA and more

www.tomsguide.com

This year's Presidents' Day sales from Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart and more are actually worth it — now's the time to upgrade your mattress, wardrobe or home decor.

Apple starts testing end-to-end RCS encryption on iPhone, but without Android support

9to5google.com

Apple’s latest iOS 26.4 beta is now available for iPhone owners, with an added perk for RCS messaging – end-to-end encryption. But, unfortunately, that doesn’t work with Android yet.

5 things to expect at Apple's big event on March 4 — and 5 things that might not make it

www.techradar.com

Apple has announced a press event – or 'experience', rather – which might consist of online announcements and hands-on deep dives with products.

22

Apple Warns macOS Users: Rosetta 2 Support Is Ending Soon

www.techrepublic.com

Apple’s macOS 26.4 introduces warnings about Rosetta 2’s eventual removal, signaling the end of Intel app support on Apple silicon Macs.

Apple Music 'Playlist Playground' in iOS 26.4 Creates Playlists From Text Prompts

www.macrumors.com

The iOS 26.4 update that Apple is beta testing includes a new "Playlist Playground" feature in the Apple Music app that's designed to let users create a playlist with a text-based prompt.