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OpenAI prepares a $500-per-month ChatGPT Pro Max plan

OpenAI is preparing a new ChatGPT Pro Max subscription priced at $500 per month. Leaked code strings and screenshots indicate the plan may include faster Codex performance. The rollout date remains unclear.

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Three Years of 80% Charge Limits on iPhone: The Results

Since 2023, Apple's newer iPhones have had an 80 percent charge limit for those who want to extend battery lifespan. Charging to 80 percent instead of 100 percent is supposed to put less stress on the battery, improving longevity. For the last three years, I've used that setting on my iPhone. I started with the iPhone 15 Pro Max , then did the iPhone 16 Pro Max , and most recently, the iPhone 17 Pro Max. After 12 months at an 80 percent maximum charge, my iPhone 17 Pro Max is at 97 percent maximum capacity with a cycle count of 277. Last year, my iPhone 16 Pro Max was at 94 percent capacity after 12 months, and in 2024, my iPhone 15 Pro Max was also at 94 percent capacity. During the year I tested the ‌iPhone 16‌ Pro Max, I tried not to let the battery dip below 20 percent. This year, I did the same thing, but I also tried to do more charging over USB-C than Qi2 or MagSafe . I'm not sure if that helped, but 97 percent capacity is the best result I've had yet with the charge limit turned on. I don't know how my battery result compares to others, but if you've kept yours at 100 percent, you can compare your capacity to mine to see if there's any real difference. Apple transitioned to aluminum and added vapor chamber cooling with the ‌iPhone 17‌ Pro Max, and I did think my iPhone spent less time uncomfortably warm than the ‌iPhone 16‌ Pro Max. It may be that the vapor chamber cooling made the biggest difference and limiting wireless charging didn't matter. I don't use the iPhone 15 Pro Max or the ‌iPhone 16‌ Pro Max as my main iPhones anymore, but I do use them daily as test devices. They still have the 80 percent limit turned on, so I can share some longer-term battery results. iPhone 15 Pro Max (36 months) - 88%, 369 cycles ‌iPhone 16‌ Pro Max (24 months) - 93%, 343 cycles ‌iPhone 17‌ Pro Max (12 months) - 97%, 277 cycles Last year, my ‌iPhone 16‌ Pro Max hit 299 cycles by September 24. This year, I'm only at 277 cycles. It's nearly two weeks later than I usually report results too, so the larger battery meant less charging. The ‌iPhone 17‌ Pro Max has a bigger battery and faster charging than the ‌iPhone 16‌ Pro Max, so an 80 percent charge limit wasn't as difficult to live with as it was in the past. I rarely ran out of battery, though I did still bring a battery pack with me most places. My favorite battery packs right now are the ones with built-in USB-C cables, especially those that can attach to my iPhone magnetically but charge it over USB-C. It's faster charging that's still convenient. I also continue to be a fan of the super-slim battery packs that add little bulk and weight to an iPhone. For the iPhone 15 Pro Max and ‌iPhone 16‌ Pro Max, I didn't think sacrificing a fifth of my battery was worth the capacity I ended up with, and that's still mostly the case. I'm guessing my 97 percent capacity isn't too far off from the battery health readings on iPhones that didn't have the charge limit turned on. As for older devices, my two-year-old ‌iPhone 16‌ Pro Max only lost 1 percent capacity from 2025 to 2026, and my iPhone 15 Pro Max didn't lose any capacity at all during the year. Both phones had fewer battery cycles (44 and 17, respectively), but they're holding capacity even after sitting dead for short periods of time throughout the year. The most hands-off way to manage battery health is to use Optimized Battery Charging, since it minimizes time spent at 100 percent battery while still charging to full. Setting an 80 percent limit and then turning it off on days you need 100 percent is also a good compromise that could save you battery capacity over time. Apple has 90 and 95 percent options too, which might be a better choice. My iPhone 18 Pro Max is already set to 80 percent, so I'll check in again in September 2027. I'm going to stick with USB-C charging when I can, and I'm curious how the even bigger battery will affect longevity and what the 80 percent limit is like day to day. What's your iPhone battery capacity and cycle count? Share it in the comments below and weigh in on whether you think battery charge limits are worthwhile. This article, " Three Years of 80% Charge Limits on iPhone: The Results " first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

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Oct 6, 2026 · byMacRumors

Apple and AT&T Have Yet to Explain Cause of iPhone 18 Pro Max Issue

In a statement shared with MacRumors on Friday, Apple said that iPhone 18 Pro Max users who have experienced an issue where AT&T cellular service does not work will need to have the device replaced , as the issue apparently cannot be fixed with a software update once it has occurred. That is a big deal, as it hints at hardware failure, but we lack details since Apple and AT&T have yet to disclose the underlying cause of the issue. A spokesperson for AT&T directed us to Apple, which has yet to respond to our latest request for comment. It is possible that Apple is still investigating the issue, but so far our follow-up questions have been met with radio silence (pun intended). In the meantime, all we know is that Apple said iOS 27.0.1 and an AT&T carrier settings update released last week "are meant to help prevent this issue from occurring," so iPhone 18 Pro Max users who have not experienced this issue should ensure that both of these updates are installed immediately to avoid potential future impacts. To install iOS 27.0.1, open the Settings app on your iPhone and tap General → Software Update. The carrier settings update for the iPhone 18 Pro Max will automatically download for AT&T users within the next 14 days, according to Apple. To manually trigger the update, users can open the Settings app and tap General → About. Apple said it has only observed this issue with iPhone 18 Pro Max users on the AT&T network. No other iPhone models or carriers are known to be impacted. Notably, U.S. models of the iPhone 18 Pro Max rely on Qualcomm's Snapdragon X80 modem for cellular connectivity, while variants of the device sold in all other countries are equipped with Apple's custom C2 modem. It is unclear if this modem difference is a factor in this AT&T issue, or if the overlap is merely a coincidence. We have reached out to Qualcomm and will share the company's response, if any. Apple said a "small number" of iPhone 18 Pro Max users experienced this AT&T issue, which prevents phone calls, text messages, and cellular data from working. A "small number" is Apple's standard wording for these types of issues. Thousands of users have complained about the issue across the Apple Support Community and other platforms. Related Roundup: iPhone 18 Pro Buyer's Guide: iPhone 18 Pro (Buy Now) Related Forum: iPhone This article, " Apple and AT&T Have Yet to Explain Cause of iPhone 18 Pro Max Issue " first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

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Oct 5, 2026 · byMacRumors

iPhone 13 Pro vs. iPhone 18 Pro Buyer's Guide: Is It Worth Upgrading?

Apple released the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max in September 2026, five years after the iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max. The 2021 models introduced ProMotion displays, macro photography, a 3x Telephoto camera, and substantially longer battery life than their predecessors. They remain capable phones and support iOS 27 , but owners now have five generations of upgrades to consider. The iPhone 14 Pro brought the Dynamic Island , an Always-On display, a 48-megapixel Main camera, and Emergency SOS via satellite. The iPhone 15 Pro introduced the Action button and USB-C. The iPhone 16 Pro added larger displays, the Camera Control, a 48-megapixel Ultra Wide camera, and expanded video capabilities. The iPhone 17 Pro adopted an aluminum unibody with vapor chamber cooling and upgraded the Telephoto and front-facing cameras. This year's iPhone 18 Pro adds the A20 Pro chip, a variable-aperture Main camera, a smaller ‌Dynamic Island‌, and further gains in battery life and charging speed. For an iPhone 13 Pro owner, these changes accumulate across nearly every part of the phone. In the United States, the ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ starts at $1,199 and the Pro Max at $1,299, each with 256GB of storage. That is $200 more than the corresponding iPhone 13 Pro model's 2021 starting price, although the older phones started with 128GB. Apple no longer sells the iPhone 13 Pro, so anyone buying one now will be looking at a used or refurbished device. Here are the key differences: Design and Display iPhone 13 Pro (2021) ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ (2026) Stainless steel frame Aluminum unibody Textured matte glass back Ceramic Shield back Ceramic Shield front Ceramic Shield 2 front iPhone 13 Pro : 6.1-inch display iPhone 13 Pro Max : 6.7-inch display iPhone 18 Pro : 6.3-inch display iPhone 18 Pro Max : 6.9-inch display iPhone 13 Pro : 2,532-by-1,170-pixel resolution iPhone 13 Pro Max : 2,778-by-1,284-pixel resolution iPhone 18 Pro : 2,622-by-1,206-pixel resolution iPhone 18 Pro Max : 2,868-by-1,320-pixel resolution Always-On display Up to 1,200 nits peak HDR brightness Up to 1,600 nits peak HDR brightness Up to 3,000 nits peak outdoor brightness Notch housing the TrueDepth camera Smaller ‌Dynamic Island‌ ‌Dynamic Island‌ can show up to three Live Activities at once Anti-reflective display coating Ring/Silent switch Customizable Action button Camera Control Graphite, Gold, Silver, Sierra Blue, and Alpine Green Black, Silver, Glacier, and Burgundy Dimensions and Weight iPhone 13 Pro (2021) ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ (2026) Height Pro : 146.7mm Pro Max : 160.8mm Pro : 150.0mm Pro Max : 163.4mm Width Pro : 71.5mm Pro Max : 78.1mm Pro : 71.9mm Pro Max : 78.0mm Thickness 7.65mm 8.75mm Weight Pro : 204 grams Pro Max : 240 grams Pro : 211 grams Pro Max : 249 grams Chip, Software, and Connectivity iPhone 13 Pro (2021) ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ (2026) A15 Bionic chip A20 Pro chip Made with TSMC's 5nm process Made with TSMC's 2nm process 6-core CPU with two performance cores and four efficiency cores 6-core CPU with two super cores and four efficiency cores 5-core GPU 7-core GPU with Neural Accelerators 16-core Neural Engine Dual 16-core Neural Engine Hardware-accelerated ray tracing Passive cooling Vapor chamber cooling for improved sustained performance Apple Intelligence and Siri AI support Lightning connector USB-C connector USB 2 transfer speeds up to 480 Mbps USB 3 transfer speeds up to 10Gb/s Video output up to 1080p using a Lightning adapter DisplayPort video output up to 4K HDR over USB-C Wi-Fi 6 Wi-Fi 7 Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 6 Thread networking First-generation Ultra Wideband chip Second-generation Ultra Wideband chip Emergency SOS via satellite Messages via satellite Find My via satellite Crash Detection Rear Cameras iPhone 13 Pro (2021) ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ (2026) 12-megapixel Wide camera 48-megapixel Fusion Main camera with a new sensor and computational imaging pipeline Fixed ƒ/1.5 Main camera aperture Variable Main camera aperture with ƒ/1.48, ƒ/1.8, ƒ/2.8, and ƒ/4.0 settings Manual aperture control in the Camera app and support for aperture control in third-party apps Night mode Night mode with faster capture enabled by the variable-aperture Main camera 12-megapixel Ultra Wide camera 48-megapixel Fusion Ultra Wide camera ƒ/1.8 Ultra Wide aperture ƒ/2.2 Ultra Wide aperture 12-megapixel Telephoto camera 48-megapixel Fusion Telephoto camera 3x Telephoto camera with 77mm focal length 4x Telephoto camera with 100mm focal length 12-megapixel optical-quality 2x photos derived from the Main camera 12-megapixel optical-quality 8x photos derived from the Telephoto camera 6x optical zoom range 16x optical-quality zoom range Digital zoom up to 15x Digital zoom up to 40x Sensor-shift optical image stabilization on the Wide camera Second-generation sensor-shift optical image stabilization on the Main camera Optical image stabilization on the Telephoto camera 3D sensor-shift optical image stabilization on the Telephoto camera 12-megapixel photos from all three rear cameras 24- and 48-megapixel super-high-resolution photos from all three rear cameras Fixed default Main camera view Customizable default lens for the Fusion Main camera Macro photography 48-megapixel macro photography Photonic Engine Smart HDR 4 Smart HDR 5 Portrait mode with Depth Control Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Photographic Styles Photographic Styles 3, with additional tone, color, texture, and grain controls Pro controls for shutter speed, white balance, and a live histogram Smart focus tracking Spatial photo capture Apple Reference Image capture using the Main camera True Tone flash with Slow Sync Adaptive True Tone flash Camera Control The ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ adds a dedicated Camera Control that the iPhone 13 Pro lacks. It can be used to: Open the Camera app, take a photo, or press and hold to record video Lock focus and exposure with a light press and hold before reframing Slide to adjust exposure, depth, zoom, camera selection, Photographic Styles, and tone Open Visual Intelligence by pressing and holding, where the feature is available Front Camera iPhone 13 Pro (2021) ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ (2026) 12-megapixel TrueDepth camera 18-megapixel Center Stage camera with TrueDepth technology ƒ/2.2 aperture ƒ/1.9 aperture Autofocus Center Stage Portrait and landscape framing without rotating the iPhone Smart HDR 4 Smart HDR 5 Photographic Styles Photographic Styles 3 Video Recording iPhone 13 Pro (2021) ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ (2026) Rear-camera 4K Dolby Vision recording up to 60 fps Rear-camera 4K Dolby Vision recording up to 120 fps Rear-camera Cinematic mode up to 1080p at 30 fps Rear-camera Cinematic mode up to 4K Dolby Vision at 60 fps Front-camera Cinematic mode up to 1080p at 30 fps Front-camera Cinematic mode up to 4K Dolby Vision at 30 fps ProRes recording up to 4K at 30 fps, or 1080p at 30 fps on the 128GB model ProRes recording up to 4K at 120 fps with external storage Video recording directly to external storage over USB-C Action mode up to 2.8K Dolby Vision at 60 fps Spatial video recording at 1080p and 30 fps Dual Capture using the front and rear cameras simultaneously ProRes RAW support Apple Log 2 support Genlock support Audio Recording iPhone 13 Pro (2021) ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ (2026) Stereo recording Spatial Audio and stereo recording Four studio-quality microphones Wind noise reduction Audio Mix Battery and Charging iPhone 13 Pro (2021) ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ (2026) iPhone 13 Pro : Up to 22 hours of video playback iPhone 18 Pro : Up to 36 hours of video playback iPhone 13 Pro Max : Up to 28 hours of video playback iPhone 18 Pro Max : Up to 45 hours of video playback iPhone 13 Pro : Up to 20 hours of streamed video playback iPhone 18 Pro : Up to 33 hours of streamed video playback iPhone 13 Pro Max : Up to 25 hours of streamed video playback iPhone 18 Pro Max : Up to 40 hours of streamed video playback Up to 50% charge in around 30 minutes with a 20W adapter or higher Up to 50% charge in around 15 minutes with a compatible 60W adapter or higher MagSafe wireless charging up to 15W ‌MagSafe‌ wireless charging up to 25W Qi wireless charging up to 7.5W Qi2 wireless charging up to 25W Up to 50% charge in around 30 minutes using ‌MagSafe‌ with a compatible 35W adapter or higher Storage and Pricing iPhone 13 Pro (2021) ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ (2026) 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, or 2TB iPhone 13 Pro : Launched at $999 in the U.S. with 128GB iPhone 18 Pro : Starts at $1,199 in the U.S. with 256GB iPhone 13 Pro Max : Launched at $1,099 in the U.S. with 128GB iPhone 18 Pro Max : Starts at $1,299 in the U.S. with 256GB Now discontinued Sold directly by Apple Is It Worth Upgrading From an iPhone 13 Pro? For most iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max owners ready to replace their phone, the ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ is a very worthwhile upgrade. Five years of changes bring noticeable improvements to battery life, charging, outdoor display visibility, photography, and connectivity. The iPhone 13 Pro already has ProMotion and a capable three-camera system, but those strengths do not erase the breadth of the newer model's improvements. Battery life may be the most immediate benefit, especially for an iPhone 13 Pro whose original battery has aged. Faster wired charging and USB-C also make the newer phone easier to live with, particularly if your other devices already use USB-C. The camera upgrade is substantial across the whole system. All three rear cameras move from 12 to 48 megapixels, while the variable-aperture Main camera adds creative control and the Telephoto camera extends from 3x to 4x, with an additional optical-quality 8x option. The higher-resolution front camera, autofocus, and Center Stage are useful for group photos and video calls. Video creators gain considerably more through higher frame rates, improved Cinematic mode, external recording, and professional formats. The A20 Pro and vapor chamber make the strongest performance case for demanding games, long recording sessions, and other sustained work. The ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ also supports ‌Apple Intelligence‌, while the iPhone 13 Pro does not, even though both run ‌iOS 27‌. The main physical trade-offs are size and weight: both ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ models are taller, thicker, and slightly heavier. Some users may find the ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌'s aluminum chassis to be more vulnerable to dents and damage, even though the front and rear glass is stronger. U.S. buyers who rely on a physical SIM must also move to eSIM. If you need to delay a new purchase, replacing an iPhone 13 Pro's battery can extend its usefulness. For owners prepared to buy now, however, the accumulated improvements make upgrading easy to justify. Related Roundup: iPhone 18 Pro Buyer's Guide: iPhone 18 Pro (Buy Now) Related Forum: iPhone This article, " iPhone 13 Pro vs. iPhone 18 Pro Buyer's Guide: Is It Worth Upgrading? " first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

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Oct 5, 2026 · byMacRumors

Apple will replace iPhone 18 Pro Max devices with AT&T connection issues

iPhone 18 Pro Max owners on AT&T cell plans need to update their devices or risk losing service, as the company flags hardware issues on the new model.

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Oct 3, 2026 · byMashable

Apple Says iPhone 18 Pro Max Users With AT&T Cellular Issue Need to Have Device Replaced

Apple today confirmed that a "small number" of iPhone 18 Pro Max users on the AT&T network have experienced an issue that causes the device to lose cellular service, thereby preventing phone calls, text messages, and data from working. Thousands of users complained about the issue across the Apple Support Community and other platforms. Apple said it released iOS 27.0.1 earlier this week and an AT&T carrier settings update earlier today to help prevent more iPhone 18 Pro Max users from being impacted by this issue going forward. In a statement shared with MacRumors , Apple strongly encouraged all iPhone 18 Pro Max users to update to iOS 27.0.1 now. To install the update, open the Settings app on your iPhone and tap on General → Software Update. The carrier settings update for the iPhone 18 Pro Max will automatically download for AT&T users over the next 14 days, according to Apple. To manually trigger the update, users can open the Settings app and tap on General → About. Apple's full statement: We have identified an issue affecting a small number of iPhone 18 Pro Max users on the AT&T network that may cause a device to lose service and be unable to make calls. We released iOS 27.0.1 earlier this week and strongly encourage all iPhone 18 Pro Max users to update now, and are also issuing a carrier settings update today. These updates together are meant to help prevent this issue from occurring. Notably, Apple said that iPhone 18 Pro Max devices that have been affected by this cellular issue on the AT&T network cannot have service reactivated with a software update. Instead, Apple said the device must be replaced entirely, and it advises affected customers to contact Apple Support or AT&T, or visit an Apple Store or AT&T location. Apple said it has only observed this issue with iPhone 18 Pro Max users on the AT&T network. No other iPhone models or carriers are known to be impacted. Apple did not disclose the underlying cause of the issue. U.S. models of the iPhone 18 Pro Max rely on Qualcomm's Snapdragon X85 modem for cellular connectivity, while variants of the device sold in all other countries are equipped with Apple's custom C2 modem. It is unclear if this modem difference is a factor in this AT&T issue. It is also unclear if there will eventually be an Apple Service Program dedicated to this issue. In the meantime, it sounds like Apple Stores will replace affected iPhone 18 Pro Max devices for free, so book an appointment with the Genius Bar if necessary. Related Roundup: iPhone 18 Pro Buyer's Guide: iPhone 18 Pro (Buy Now) Related Forum: iPhone This article, " Apple Says iPhone 18 Pro Max Users With AT&T Cellular Issue Need to Have Device Replaced " first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

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Oct 3, 2026 · byMacRumors

AT&T and Apple Just Took Steps Toward Fixing iPhone 18 Pro Max Issue

AT&T and Apple are taking action today as they try to resolve iPhone 18 Pro Max cellular issues, according to MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris. Thousands of iPhone 18 Pro Max users have been unable to connect to the AT&T network for phone calls, text messages, and data. The underlying cause has yet to be disclosed, but AT&T and Apple continue to work toward a resolution. First, Apple today released an AT&T carrier settings update (version 72.1, up from 72.0.2) for iPhones. Given the timing of this update, it presumably includes some optimizations related to iPhone 18 Pro Max cellular connectivity, but it is unclear if AT&T has fully resolved the issues or if further tweaks will be necessary. When a carrier settings update is available on your iPhone, you will be prompted to install it. If you dismiss the notification or do not see it, open the Settings app, tap General → About, and the update should appear there. You can see your iPhone's current carrier settings version in the same About menu, next to your carrier's name. Second, Apple today started requiring iPhone 18 Pro Max users to install iOS 27.0.1 in order to set up the device, even though most if not all affected users have said that the update does not resolve the issues. A leaked AT&T email said iOS 27.0.1 is meant to help mitigate future impacts, so it may still help in some way. In a statement shared with MacRumors today, AT&T said it is "working with Apple" on this. Apple did not respond to our request for comment. It is not yet clear if a follow-up update like iOS 27.0.2 will be required as part of a fix, or if the carrier update alone will be sufficient. Related Roundups: iOS 27 , iPadOS 27 , iPhone 18 Pro Buyer's Guide: iPhone 18 Pro (Buy Now) Related Forums: iOS 27 , iPhone This article, " AT&T and Apple Just Took Steps Toward Fixing iPhone 18 Pro Max Issue " first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

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Oct 2, 2026 · byMacRumors

AT&T on iPhone 18 Pro Max Issues: 'We Are Working With Apple'

In a statement shared with MacRumors today, AT&T said it is "working with Apple" to resolve iPhone 18 Pro Max cellular issues. "Apple has released a software update to address an issue that may affect calls, data, texts, and 911 calls on a small number of Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max phones," an AT&T spokesperson said. "AT&T customers with an iPhone 18 Pro Max should update their phones now to the latest available software. Our top priority is ensuring customers can stay connected when they need it most, and we are working with Apple to make it right." As we reported last week , affected iPhone 18 Pro Max users are unable to connect to the AT&T network for phone calls, text messages, or data either persistently or intermittently, and their devices typically enter SOS mode as a result. The underlying cause has not been confirmed, and Apple has yet to publicly comment on the matter. Thousands of users have experienced this problem since the iPhone 18 Pro Max launched on September 18, according to discussion threads across the Apple Support Community , Reddit , MacRumors Forums , and other online platforms. Notably, the U.S. version of the iPhone 18 Pro Max is the only new iPhone unveiled last month that is equipped with a Qualcomm cellular modem . The smaller iPhone 18 Pro and the iPhone Duo are equipped with Apple's C2 modem worldwide, as is the iPhone 18 Pro Max in all other countries. However, it is unclear if this is a contributing factor. AT&T said iPhone 18 Pro Max users who have experienced or continue to experience issues can return to an Apple or AT&T store for additional support. Yesterday, AT&T sent a text message to some customers advising them to update to iOS 27.0.1 immediately , even though that update does not appear to resolve the issues, according to comments shared by affected users. In an alleged internal email shared on Reddit today, AT&T clarified that its guidance about updating to iOS 27.0.1 is meant to help mitigate future impacts, but it is unclear if or how the update actually helps. Apple's release notes for iOS 27.0.1 only mentioned fixes for other bugs, including a Face ID issue affecting iPhone 18 Pro models. The alleged email added that customers can visit an Apple or AT&T store for a replacement device, but some customers said their request for a replacement under warranty was declined. With this issue becoming more widespread, hopefully Apple and AT&T are working to inform employees about the issue and implement a formal process. iPhone 18 Pro Max users should be aware that today is the final day to return the device to Apple under the company's standard 14-day return policy in the U.S., for customers who purchased or received it on September 18 launch day. Typically, Apple is able to address issues like these with software updates, so hopefully it will be able to fix the issue in iOS 27.0.2 or later. Hardware issues are more rare, but when they do happen, Apple sometimes launches a free repair program . We will continue to provide further updates on this topic as more information becomes available. Related Roundup: iPhone 18 Pro Buyer's Guide: iPhone 18 Pro (Buy Now) Related Forum: iPhone This article, " AT&T on iPhone 18 Pro Max Issues: 'We Are Working With Apple' " first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

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Oct 2, 2026 · byMacRumors

AT&T Acknowledges iPhone 18 Pro Max Issues: 'Update Immediately'

In a text message sent to customers today, AT&T acknowledged that some iPhone 18 Pro Max devices on its network are experiencing cellular issues . AT&T said that customers should immediately update to iOS 27.0.1 , despite the fact that many affected users have said that the update does not resolve the issues. There are now at least thousands of users that are experiencing this problem, according to discussion topics across the Apple Support Community , Reddit , and MacRumors Forums . Here is what the text message says: Hi, it's AT&T. Action needed: An important Apple software update for your iPhone 18 Pro Max is available. Some phones may be unable to complete calls/text/data, including to 911. Update to iOS 27.0.1 immediately — Settings > General > Software Update. Please contact AT&T or Apple if you have questions. Apple's release notes for iOS 27.0.1 did not mention a fix for AT&T cellular issues. Rather, the update fixed a Face ID issue on the iPhone 18 Pro models. As we reported last week, affected iPhone 18 Pro Max users are unable to connect to the AT&T network for phone calls, text messages, or data either persistently or intermittently, and their devices typically enter SOS mode as a result. The underlying cause has not been confirmed, and Apple has yet to publicly comment on the matter. Notably, the U.S. version of the iPhone 18 Pro Max is the only new iPhone unveiled last month that is equipped with a Qualcomm cellular modem . The smaller iPhone 18 Pro and the iPhone Duo are equipped with Apple's C2 modem worldwide, as is the iPhone 18 Pro Max in all other countries. However, it is unclear if this is a contributing factor. If a software issue is identified, then another update such as iOS 27.0.2 may be required. If there is a hardware issue, though, then this would obviously be a much bigger problem. We will provide further updates as new information becomes available. (P.S. There is some irony in AT&T sending a text message to warn iPhone 18 Pro Max users that they might not be able to send or receive text messages.) Related Roundup: iPhone 18 Pro Buyer's Guide: iPhone 18 Pro (Buy Now) Related Forum: iPhone This article, " AT&T Acknowledges iPhone 18 Pro Max Issues: 'Update Immediately' " first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

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Oct 2, 2026 · byMacRumors

Huawei’s Mate 90 Pro Max says ‘why not’ and just lets you add an entire camera

Huawei has just introduced its new Mate 90 Pro Max in China and the big feature is not the cameras built into the device, but rather the giant one you can add on. more…

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Oct 1, 2026 · by9to5Google

Huawei made a whole camera to attach to its latest phone

Over the last few years, Chinese Android manufacturers have followed Vivo's example of launching add-on "teleconverter" lenses for their flagship phones, enabling long-distance photography that the phones on their own could never match. Today, Huawei one-upped everybody with the add-on lens for its Mate 90 Pro Max flagship, which is not only a comically huge […]

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Oct 1, 2026 · byThe Verge

Huawei unveils Mate 90 phones, leans on homegrown chip design to offset US curbs

BEIJING: Huawei Technologies unveiled its Mate 90 smartphone series on Thursday, betting on its in-house operating system and redesigned chip architecture to boost its performance in the face of US curbs on shipments of advanced semiconductors. Speaking to reporters on Tuesday ahead of the launch, Huawei consumer business chief Richard Yu said the company still faces constraints in the supply of advanced chips. "Advanced semiconductor capacity remains very limited in China, and Huawei's Ascend AI chips also draw on that same capacity," Yu said. "The capacity for smartphone chips remains tight, even though rising smartphone prices have curbed shipment volumes (for handsets)." The ⁠launch will test whether Huawei can keep advancing its smartphone lineup despite US restrictions that have limited its access to cutting-edge chipmaking tools, forcing the company to develop alternative ways to boost processor performance. The Mate 90 series succeeds the Mate 80 line launched in November 2025. Premium models, including the Mate 90 Pro Max, are powered by Huawei's Kirin 9050 Pro, a system-on-chip built with a technique Huawei calls "LogicFolding". The method restructures ‌a chip's internal wiring in three dimensions rather than the conventional flat, two-dimensional layout, allowing for denser, faster processing - though it requires more wafers to produce. Eric Xu, Huawei's rotating chairman, said at a media event in Shanghai last month that supply of the company's Ascend 950 AI chips could not meet domestic demand due ‌to capacity constraints. Yu said China's advanced chipmaking still relies on deep ultraviolet (DUV) lithography machines, and that while extreme ultraviolet (EUV) ‌technology is "valuable", Chinese manufacturers are still working towards it. Huawei would use more chips built with the LogicFolding technique in future smartphones, Yu said. Huawei ‌did not disclose who manufactures the Kirin 9050 ‌Pro. Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp (SMIC), China's top logic foundry, is widely believed to produce the Kirin chips used in Huawei's Mate series as well as its Ascend AI processors. SMIC did not respond to a request for comment. Huawei's latest phones run on ‌its homegrown, Android-free HarmonyOS 7 operating system, which Huawei says supports more than 450,000 apps and services. The Mate 90 ⁠Pro Max with 16 GB of memory and 512 GB of storage will be priced at 9,999 yuan ($1,491), 2,000 yuan more than the same version of its predecessor at launch. The standard and Pro models start at 5,999 yuan and 6,999 yuan, respectively. Huawei said the top-end Mate 90 models deliver a 31% increase in overall performance over ⁠the previous flagship generation. Higher prices for handsets Chinese ⁠smartphone makers are grappling with rising memory and component costs, leading them to raise prices and shift more shipments toward premium models. Yu said rising memory prices had added an average of $200 to the cost of each handset, weighing on Huawei's profit margins. "We have to increase prices as well, yet at ⁠a slower pace," Yu said. China's domestic smartphone shipments fell 7% year-on-year between January and August, even as Huawei's shipments in the country rose 13%, according to research firm International Data Corporation (IDC). The average selling price of smartphones in China climbed 11.3% year-on-year in the second quarter to $543, while the average price of Huawei smartphones declined 14.7% to $628, IDC data showed. Apple vs Huawei foldable Apple announced its first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo, last month, entering a category long dominated by Samsung Electronics and Chinese rivals such as Huawei. Yu said he welcomed Apple's entry to the market. "I am ‌very pleased to see the launch of a similar product by our peers," Yu said. Huawei currently holds about a 75% share in China's foldable phone market, he said. "Between September 10 and 13, our Pura X Max foldable phone sales shot up 76% week-on-week right after Apple Duo's launch," Yu said, adding that shipments of the Pura X Max, which is similar in size to the iPhone Duo, had topped 1.2 million units in China since its April release. Apple is expected to ship 6 million iPhone Duo units in 2026, with China - the world's largest market for foldable phones - accounting for nearly a quarter of that total, according to data from Counterpoint Research.

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Oct 1, 2026 · byMobile Business

iPhone 18 Pro First Impressions: What Do You Think So Far?

It's been a little over a week since the iPhone 18 Pro models launched, and we want to hear from MacRumors readers. What do you think of Apple's newest iPhones? If you upgraded from an older phone, was it worth it? What about upgrading from an iPhone 17 Pro? What problems are you running into? Anything you love so far? MacRumors readers have already been sharing early opinions on the MacRumors forums, and there are interesting discussion threads to read through. For early reviews and hands-on images, make sure to check out the first impressions and photos thread . People have been taking excellent photos with the ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ and sharing results in a dedicated image thread . If you're still thinking about getting the ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ and want to know how the new variable aperture lens performs, the thread includes useful real-life examples. Image via MacRumors reader ToddH Image via MacRumors reader M1mba978 Curious about battery life? There's a whole thread for that with early data. Readers have also shared how heavy the iPhone 18 Pro Max feels in the hand , and we've seen the reasons why some 17 Pro Max owners decided to upgrade to the iPhone 18 Pro Max . The new iPhones aren't perfect, and a few people have run into heat issues , speaker bugs , and problems with Face ID . Apple just released iOS 27.0.1 with a Face ID fix, so if you're having that bug, let us know if the new software solves it. For easy navigation, here are all the threads linked above, along with other suggested reading. iPhone 18 Pro Max is here! First impressions and photos thread Photos taken with iPhone 18 Pro / Pro Max – Worldwide (2026–2027) iPhone 18 Series + Duo Battery Mega-Thread Did anyone with a 17 Pro Max upgrade to the 18 Pro Max? How really heavy is the 18PM? iPhone 18 Pro Max speaker issue? New 18 Pro - "Face ID not available"? 18 Pro Max rebooting Extreme heating up on 18 PM iPhone 18 Pro TLC vs QLC NAND modules iPhone 18 Pro Unlocks - Even If I'm Not Looking Directly at It? Holding out for the iPhone Duo instead of the ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌? You're not alone. Lots of MacRumors readers are discussing Apple's foldable , weighing possible downsides , and mulling where to order for the best chance of getting one at launch. Related Roundup: iPhone 18 Pro Buyer's Guide: iPhone 18 Pro (Buy Now) Related Forum: iPhone This article, " iPhone 18 Pro First Impressions: What Do You Think So Far? " first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

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Sep 28, 2026 · byMacRumors

Apple Releases iOS 27.0.1 With Face ID Bug Fix

Apple today released iOS 27.0.1, the first update for the iOS 27 update that came out two weeks ago . iOS 27.0.1 can be downloaded over the air by going to Settings > General > Software Update. Apple has also released iPadOS 27.0.1 and visionOS 27.0.1 updates, as well as iOS and iPadOS 26.7.1 updates for devices not updated to iOS and iPadOS 27 . According to Apple's release notes, iOS 27.0.1 addresses an issue that could cause Face ID not to work properly on the iPhone 18 Pro . Some iPhone 18 Pro users have complained that authentication can fail to work for things like unlocking a locked app. In some cases, the device freezes up and then reboots. Other users have seen a "‌Face ID‌ is Not Available" message when attempting ‌Face ID‌ setup, and others have experienced issues with the Require Attention for ‌Face ID‌ setting. Apple's release notes for the update are below. This update provides bug fixes for your iPhone, including fixes for the following issues: - iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max may unexpectedly restart when Face ID fails to authenticate - A color artifact may appear on photos captured at 2x under certain lighting conditions at f/1.48 on a small number of iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max devices - Opening Notification Center and Control Center simultaneously may cause the touchscreen to become unresponsive The ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ models have an infrared camera that's under the display for the first time, but it's unclear if the hardware has been causing a problem. Apple said last week that it would be able to address the ‌Face ID‌ bugs with a software update. While the iOS 27.0.1 update has multiple ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ bug fixes, it is available for all iPhones able to run ‌iOS 27‌. Related Roundups: iOS 27 , iPadOS 27 Tag: Face ID Related Forum: iOS 27 This article, " Apple Releases iOS 27.0.1 With Face ID Bug Fix " first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

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Sep 28, 2026 · byMacRumors

Honor’s Magic 9 Pro Max has a big camera and a bigger battery

Honor launches its new Magic 9 flagship phones in China today, and the 9 Pro Max features a design revamp, a capable camera, and a colossal battery. This is Honor's first flagship launch - Robot Phone aside - since it announced its collaboration with camera company Arri. The initial impact is twofold. The new camera […]

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Sep 28, 2026 · byThe Verge

The best iPhones to buy in 2026: Our top pick might surprise you

The new iPhone 18 Pro Max is amazing, but it's not the best iPhone for most people. We put the latest Apple phone batteries and cameras to the test.

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Sep 26, 2026 · byMashable

Some iPhone 18 Pro Max Users Experiencing AT&T Cellular Issues

A subset of iPhone 18 Pro Max users in the U.S. are experiencing issues with AT&T cellular connectivity and/or eSIM provisioning, according to complains across the MacRumors Forums , Reddit , and the Apple Support Community . Affected users are unable to connect to the AT&T network for phone calls, text messages, or data. Notably, the U.S. version of the iPhone 18 Pro Max is the only new iPhone released this month that is equipped with a Qualcomm cellular modem . The smaller iPhone 18 Pro and the iPhone Duo are equipped with Apple's C2 modem worldwide, as is the iPhone 18 Pro Max in all other countries. However, it is unclear if this is a contributing factor. Apple is currently testing iOS 27.0.1 , which is expected to be released next week , and hopefully it includes a carrier update that resolves these AT&T issues. Related Roundup: iPhone 18 Pro Tag: AT&T Buyer's Guide: iPhone 18 Pro (Buy Now) Related Forum: iPhone This article, " Some iPhone 18 Pro Max Users Experiencing AT&T Cellular Issues " first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

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Sep 25, 2026 · byMacRumors

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OpenAI sets ChatGPT Pro Max subscription at $500

The high cost of ChatGPT Pro Max may limit its accessibility, potentially widening the gap between casual users and enterprise-level AI utilization. The post OpenAI sets ChatGPT Pro Max subscription at $500 appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

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Sep 24, 2026 · byCryptoBriefing

Apple Has Announced 12 New Products in the Past Month

Apple kicked off its recent wave of product announcements on August 25, when it introduced a new Mac mini with M6 and M5 Pro chips, a new Mac Studio with M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips, and an updated version of the Apple Polishing Cloth. As usual, September then arrived with many new Apple products. Already this month, the company has unveiled the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, iPhone Duo, Apple Watch Series 12, Apple Watch Ultra 4, AirPods 5, and Beats 360. Apple also debuted a new Wrist Strap accessory, along with an updated Apple Watch magnetic charging cable. In case you missed anything, here is our previous coverage of 12 new products and accessories announced by Apple over the past month: Apple Announces New Mac Mini With M6 and M5 Pro Chips Apple Unveils New Mac Studio With M5 Max and M5 Ultra Chips Apple Releases New Polishing Cloth Apple Announces iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max Apple Announces Foldable 'iPhone Duo' Apple Announces Apple Watch Series 12 With S11 Chip, Upgraded Health Sensors and Ceramic Models Apple Announces Apple Watch Ultra 4 With Two-Day Battery Life and Upgraded Health Tracking AirPods 5 Announced With Improved Noise Cancellation, Audio Quality, and More Beats 360 Deliver Customizability and a Revamped Over-Ear Headphone Design Apple Debuts Wrist Strap and Other New Accessories for iPhone 18 Pro and AirPods Pro 3 Here's Why a New Apple Watch Charging Puck Was Just Released Apple has also released new iPhone cases , Apple Watch bands , and revised U.S. English versions of its Magic Keyboards for Macs with glyphs on select keys. This article, " Apple Has Announced 12 New Products in the Past Month " first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

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Sep 24, 2026 · byMacRumors

Qualcomm Announces Renewed Agreement With Apple

Qualcomm today announced the renewal of its global patent licensing agreement with Apple, effective April 1, 2027. No further details were provided. This patent agreement is separate from Qualcomm's agreement to supply Apple with cellular modems for smartphone launches through 2026, so we expect Apple's transition to its own custom-designed modems to continue. Among the latest iPhone models, only the U.S. version of the iPhone 18 Pro Max still has a Qualcomm modem . The smaller iPhone 18 Pro and the iPhone Duo are equipped with Apple's C2 modem worldwide, as is the iPhone 18 Pro Max in all countries beyond the U.S., while cellular models of the latest iPad Pro and iPad Air use Apple's previous-generation C1X modem. Tag: Qualcomm This article, " Qualcomm Announces Renewed Agreement With Apple " first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

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Sep 24, 2026 · byMacRumors

Xiaomi’s new 18 Pro phones improve on Samsung’s privacy display

Xiaomi's new 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max launched in China today, and feature a more flexible take on the privacy display tech introduced this year on Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra. They combine it with returning rear screens, two 200-megapixel cameras, and both of Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chips. A global launch […]

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Sep 23, 2026 · byThe Verge

Jackery Early Access Prime Day Sale drops 3,584Wh HomePower 3600 Pro Max to $1,799, Lectric e-bikes up to $804 off, more

Following right along with yesterday’s early Prime Day coverage, we have today’s Green Deals led by the freshly launched Jackery Early Access Prime Big Deal Days Sale with up to 65% power station discounts, like the new 3,584Wh HomePower 3600 Pro Max Power Station down at $1,799 , among others. Right behind that is Lectric’s 4-Day World Car-Free Flash Sale with up to $804 savings on e-bikes and 30% extra battery discounts – with e-bike prices starting from $799 . There’s also the 2026 Greenworks 24V 20-inch Cordless Electric Hedge Trimmer at a $90 low , the BLACK+DECKER 12A 3-in-1 Electric Leaf Blower, Vacuum, Mulcher at a $79 2026 low , and more waiting down below. As always, there are hangover deals from yesterday that can be found down at the bottom of the page, like the EcoFlow Early Prime Day Sale lineup of deals, the 2026 low on EGO’s 21-inch snow blower with 2x batteries , and more. Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek ’s best EV buying and leasing deals . Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories . more…

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Sep 22, 2026 · byElectrek

Apple Quietly Excludes Older iPhones From New Camera Feature

Apple's new Texture and Grain controls for Photographic Styles are not available on iPhones other than the latest iPhone 18 Pro models and upcoming iPhone Duo, despite the company's original wording suggesting otherwise. When Apple announced the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max earlier this month, its Newsroom press release said the new Texture and Grain controls would be "available in iOS 27 on iPhone models that support the latest generation of Photographic Styles." That original wording is preserved in copies of Apple's launch-day press release distributed through Business Wire and Notice Nearby . Elsewhere, in Apple's User Guide for iOS 27, devices that support the "latest generation Photographic Styles" are listed as the iPhone 16 series, iPhone 17 series, iPhone Air, and iPhone 18 Pro models. Apple has since changed the footnote on its iPhone 18 Pro Newsroom announcement. It now says Texture and Grain controls are available "only for photos captured on iPhone 18 Pro models and with the Ultra Wide, Main, and Center Stage cameras on the iPhone Duo." Apple also states definitively in its iOS 27 User Guide that changing the texture of a photo can be achieved "on iPhone 18 Pro models." wtf? Apple now says that the texture and grain will NOT be coming to older iPhones there's no reason why this shouldn't be coming to older iPhones this is what i despise about Apple. new software camera features almost never make it to older iPhones, even though those are... https://t.co/8FM6MQV01F pic.twitter.com/yiO1nDiuFF — Noah Cat (@Cartidise) September 22, 2026 Whether Apple initially intended to bring the controls to older devices and subsequently changed its plans is unclear, and Apple has not commented on the revision. Either way, the original compatibility information looks like it was published in error. Photographic Styles are tone presets that adjust the color and warmth of a photo, while preserving skin tones. If you have an iPhone 18 Pro, check out our how-to guide to make the most out of the feature . This article, " Apple Quietly Excludes Older iPhones From New Camera Feature " first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

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Sep 22, 2026 · byMacRumors

Some iPhone 18 Pro Users Experiencing Face ID Issues

Apple's new iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max began arriving to customers on Friday, and unfortunately some early adopters are experiencing Face ID issues. According to a Reddit post spotted by 9to5Mac , Face ID authentication for specific actions such as unlocking a locked app sometimes fails to work on the iPhone 18 Pro models, and the device then freezes and eventually reboots to the lock screen. It is unclear how widespread this problem is, but it can be hit or miss and not all users are affected. In addition, some MacRumors forum members are experiencing other Face ID issues on the iPhone 18 Pro models. First, some are receiving a "Face ID is Not Available" message when attempting to set up Face ID, and others have noted that the devices do not always seem to be respecting the "Require Attention for Face ID" setting when it is enabled. Apple moved Face ID's infrared camera underneath the top-left corner of the display on the iPhone 18 Pro models to achieve a smaller Dynamic Island on the devices. It is unclear if this hardware change is related to these Face ID issues, but it is likely that Apple will eventually resolve any new Face ID bugs in a future iOS 27 update. Related Roundup: iPhone 18 Pro Tag: Face ID Buyer's Guide: iPhone 18 Pro (Buy Now) Related Forum: iPhone This article, " Some iPhone 18 Pro Users Experiencing Face ID Issues " first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

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Sep 21, 2026 · byMacRumors

iPhone owners can now submit a claim in Apple’s $250 million Siri AI lawsuit

Apple is paying $250 million to settle claims that it failed to deliver an AI-upgraded Siri - and now, eligible iPhone owners can submit a claim for a payout. If you live in the US and purchased an iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, or any iPhone 16 model between June 10th, 2024, and […]

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Sep 21, 2026 · byThe Verge