Apple brings natural language automation to Shortcuts in iOS 27
Apple is updating its Shortcuts app in iOS 27 to allow users to build automation workflows using natural language prompts powered by Apple Intelligence.
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889 storiesApple aims to improve Image Playground quality with AI overhaul
Apple announced updates to its Image Playground app at WWDC 2026, which may improve performance and quality within the broader Apple Intelligence ecosystem.
Apple adds AI editing tools to Photos app
Apple is integrating Apple Intelligence into its Photos app, introducing new AI-powered editing tools including Reframe, Extend, and an upgraded Cleanup feature.
Apple launches dedicated Siri app for AI interactions
Apple unveiled an AI-ified version of Siri at WWDC 2026, featuring a new standalone app that centralizes AI interactions and archives user conversations across its ecosystem.
Apple adds bill-splitting to iPhone camera
Apple unveiled a new iPhone camera feature that allows users to scan receipts and request payments via Apple Cash, ideally making bill splitting less awkward.
New Apple tools give parents more control over kids' device use
Apple is introducing new parental control features in iOS 27, including "Ask to Browse," to help parents manage children's device usage and content access.
Apple adds perimenopause and menopause support to Health app
Apple is adding perimenopause and menopause support to its cycle-tracking feature, allowing users worldwide to receive notifications when cycle patterns suggest perimenopause.
Apple integrates Gemini-powered dictation into keyboard
Apple launched a systemwide dictation feature in iOS 27, potentially impacting third-party apps, though it remains unclear if the update will improve workflows for those developers.
Apple transforms Siri into a conversational AI chatbot
Apple unveiled an overhauled, AI-powered Siri at WWDC 2026, transforming the assistant into a conversational chatbot to compete with ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini.
Apple rebuilds search foundation to fix Mail and Photos discovery
Apple has rebuilt the search foundation for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS, while introducing a new ranking system that should improve email discovery in the Mail app.
Apple updates Liquid Glass design with new user controls
Apple is updating its Liquid Glass design with new customization settings, a move that may address user readability concerns following the feature's initial launch.
Amazon adds AI-powered merchandise design to its shopping app
Amazon has launched a new feature allowing U.S. users to design custom merchandise using AI prompts directly within its shopping app.
Apple unveils major AI-focused overhaul for Siri at WWDC 2026
Apple kicks off WWDC 2026 with an AI-focused overhaul of Siri, integrating Google’s Gemini technology and planning new agent-based features across its core applications.
Notion restores Anthropic access after service disruption
Notion temporarily disabled its Anthropic integration following degraded performance in specific models, highlighting the reliance of productivity software on third-party AI infrastructure.
A new wave of niche social apps challenges Big Tech dominance
A growing number of startups are building smaller, more personal social networking experiences to compete with Big Tech giants for users abroad and at home.
Filtr launches as a device-level ad blocker for Apple devices
Filtr is a new device-level ad blocker for Apple products that uses iOS 26 and macOS 26 URL filters to block ads within apps, though it does not always succeed.
Poke becomes first AI agent on Apple Messages for Business
Poke has become the first AI agent approved for Apple’s Messages for Business platform, as the startup reaches a $300 million valuation.
Meta launches AI creator assistant on Facebook
Meta is launching an AI creator assistant on Facebook in select markets to provide personalized recommendations and help creators boost engagement against rival platforms.
Cash App launches $25 NFC-powered payment wand
Cash App is launching a $25 NFC-powered wand for tap-to-pay transactions, a move ostensibly designed to make payments more social and accessible for Gen Z users.
Intelligence agencies warn of spies using LinkedIn to target workers
A joint advisory from the FBI, MI5, and other Five Eyes nations warns that Chinese spies are using LinkedIn to purportedly lure Western workers into sharing sensitive information.