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  • Rumor: Apple’s iPad Pro line could go several years without a major upgrade

    Rumor: Apple’s iPad Pro line could go several years without a major upgrade

    Per noted Weibo-based leaker “Instant Digital,” Apple’s iPad Pro could go several years without a major update.

    While the leaker didn’t cite specific criteria for this, it’s thought that the cost of the OLED panel now used in the device is unlikely to come down in price and the last major redesign apparently did not significantly stimulate sales growth. In turn, while Apple may maintain a. regular iteration cycle with the devices, it apparently has no intention of pursuining significant upgrades such as ultra-slim borders around the display, the likes of which are available on rival high-end tablets.

    Apple offered the first major redesign of the device since 2018 in 2024 with changes to its overall design. The company would later add the M5 chip to it in October 2025, along with minor connectivity upgrades.

    The ‌iPad Pro‌ is likely to gain the M6 chip and iPhone 17 Pro-style vapor chamber cooling at some point toward the end of 2026 or in 2027, but there have been no other rumors about the future of the product line.

    Staytuned for additional details as they become available.

    Via MacRumors

  • Happy Presidents’ Day from O’Grady’s PowerPage!

    Happy Presidents’ Day from O’Grady’s PowerPage!

    Ladies and gentlemen, it’s Presidents’ Day here in the United States, and the staff of O’Grady’s PowerPage will be taking the day off.

    Keep an eye out for some great sales today and we’ll be back tomorrow with all the Mac and mobile news, rumors, previews, and tidbits we can get our hands on, and have a safe and happy holiday on your end.

  • Apple states its commitment to deliver an updated, revamped Siri in 2026

    Apple states its commitment to deliver an updated, revamped Siri in 2026

    Apple has stuck to its previous promise that a smarter, more capable version of its Siri assistant will debut in 2026. Per MacRumors, the company stated this to CNBC on Thursday, only one day after Bloomberg reported Apple is having issues with the updated version of ‌Siri‌, leading to potential delays of the feature.

    While Apple didn’t offer a more specific timeline than “2026,” Bloomberg noted that the company was aiming to include a significant Siri update in iOS 26.4, with an update planned around spring 2026. Bloomberg’s latest report suggests the ‌Siri‌ functionality will not be ready in time to be included in iOS 26.4, so the new features could be pushed to iOS 26.5 or iOS 27.

    During the June 2024 WWDC, Apple previewed three new Siri features in the form of onscreen awareness, personal context, and the ability to do more in and between apps. The company also seems to have started working on additional ‌Siri‌ features like image generation and a tool for searching the web.

    During testing, Siri’s performance was hit or miss in processing queries properly, and the system could take too long to respond to requests. Where some features didn’t work as intended, new features began slowly rolling out via updates. There are still several iOS 26 updates planned for 2026, and iOS 27 will launch in September 2026.

    Apple provided CNBC with a statement because the company’s stock dropped five percent on Thursday, due to the ‌Siri‌ delay rumors and FTC scrutiny over Apple News.

    Apple is likely to release the first beta of iOS 26.4 later this month, which may offer additional insight as to where it stands with Siri.

    Stay tuned for additional details as they become available.

    Via MacRumors and CNBC

  • Apple releases iOS 26.3, iPadOS 26.3 updates

    Apple releases iOS 26.3, iPadOS 26.3 updates

    It was a day of updates on Wednesday with Apple releasing its long-awaited iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 updates for the iPhone and iPad, respectively.

    The iOS 26.3 update includes the following fixes and changes:

    • Transfer to Android: A new native tool located in Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone allows for direct data migration (photos, messages, notes, apps, and passwords) to an Android device without needing a third-party app.
    • Limit Precise Location: Users can now restrict cellular carriers from seeing their exact street address, limiting them to a “neighborhood” level instead.
      Requirement: Requires a device with an Apple C1 or C1X modem (iPhone 16e, iPhone Air, or M5 iPad Pro).
    • Carrier Support: Currently limited to specific carriers like Boost Mobile (US), EE/BT (UK), and AIS/True (Thailand).
    • Notification Forwarding (EU Only): To comply with the Digital Markets Act, EU users can now forward iPhone notifications to third-party smartwatches and wearables via a new toggle in Settings > Notifications.
    • Weather Wallpaper Gallery: The Astronomy and Weather wallpaper sections have been split. Weather now has its own dedicated category with three new preset layout options.
    • Security Fixes: Addresses over 35 vulnerabilities, including a critical flaw in the dyld dynamic link editor that was reportedly used in targeted attacks.
    • Encrypted RCS: The system code is now prepared to support end-to-end encryption for RCS messages, though this requires upcoming carrier-side activation.
    • Proximity Pairing (EU Only): Enables “one-tap” pairing for third-party headphones and accessories, similar to the AirPods experience.

    The iPadOS 26.3 update includes the following fixes and changes:

    • Security Updates: Addresses multiple vulnerabilities, including a dyld dynamic link editor bug that allowed arbitrary code execution, and a Lock Screen bypass issue in Photos.
    • Wallpaper Updates: The ‘Weather & Astronomy’ section is now split, allowing for better organization and new font/widget options for live weather wallpapers.
    • Privacy Setting: A new “Limit Precise Location” option is available, which restricts cellular network access to exact user locations, allowing them to see only a general area (e.g., neighborhood) instead of a specific address.
    • Bug Fixes: Resolved issues with App Store installations, non-connectivity Car Consortium (CCC) digital key pairing, and EPUB highlight colors in Books.

    As usual, the updates can be located, downloaded, and installed by navigating to Settings > General > Software Update.

    If you’ve had a chance to try the updates, please let us know about your experience in the comments.

    Via developer.apple.com

  • Apple releases macOS Tahoe 26.3 update, homes in on bug fixes and security updates

    Apple releases macOS Tahoe 26.3 update, homes in on bug fixes and security updates

    It’s not the biggest update in the world, but it should come in handy.

    Apple on Wednesday released its macOS Tahoe 26.3 update. The update arrives two months after the arrival of the macOS Tahoe 26.2 update, and per Apple’s release notes, focuses on bug fixes and security updates rather than new features.

    In the next couple of weeks, Apple will begin testing ‌macOS Tahoe‌ 26.4, an update that is expected to be much more feature packed. ‌macOS Tahoe‌ 26.4 could include new Siri functionality and new emoji, among other features.

    As usual, the update can be located, downloaded, and installed by opening up the System Settings app and navigating to the Software Update section.

    If you’ve had a chance to try the macOS Tahoe 26.3 update, please let us know about your experience in the comments.

    Via MacRumors