Apple won’t turn on any ‘restricted mode’ for missed lease payments
Apple won’t turn on any ‘restricted mode’ for missed lease payments

Apple says it won’t limit the capabilities of devices leased through its new Upgrade program if you miss a payment. In an emailed statement to The Verge, Apple spokesperson Brian Bumbery says, “There will be no restricted mode and/or there will be no limitations put on device functionality due to missed payments or default with […]

Apple is ending the iPhone Upgrade Program, and not everyone will welcome its replacement

Apple’s new Apple Upgrade leasing plan is here, and the classic iPhone Upgrade Program is officially done. Here’s what current members need to know before their next upgrade window hits.

Apple launches ‘Upgrade’ program to lease new devices
Apple launches ‘Upgrade’ program to lease new devices

Apple has officially introduced “Apple Upgrade,” a new leasing program that aims to make it easier to get your hands on the latest iPhone, Mac, iPad, and Apple Watch models. The service is launching today in the US, and works like a car lease – allowing users to keep a device at the end of […]

How far has iPhone photography come in 10 years? I compared the iPhone 7 and iPhone Air — and the results speak for themselves
How far has iPhone photography come in 10 years? I compared the iPhone 7 and iPhone Air — and the results speak for themselves

I took the iPhone 7 and iPhone Air on a photo walk to see how far Apple’s photography hardware has come in 10 years.

T-Mobile says it has fixed the nationwide signal outage after hours of disruption

T-Mobile confirms service is fully restored after a nationwide outage left thousands with no signal and iPhones stuck on SOS mode.

AppleCare One is coming to the UK —here’s why it could be a good deal for iPad and Apple Watch owners
AppleCare One is coming to the UK —here’s why it could be a good deal for iPad and Apple Watch owners

AppleCare One launches in the UK in August 2026 and will make it cheaper to cover multiple devices for repairs, theft and loss.

Apple’s new Upgrade program launches on Tuesday with major changes

Apple’s new Upgrade leasing program launches July 28, letting customers lease iPhones, Macs, iPads, and Apple Watches through Klarna.

Samsung just fixed the foldable phone — now Apple can make it cool

The new Samsung Z Fold 8 Ultra is the best folding phone I’ve seen, but I’m waiting to see what Apple does in the same space.

Apple could cut off app access on financed iPhones over missed payments

Code spotted in iOS 27 beta suggests Apple has built a system that can lock a financed iPhone down to nine apps if payments fall behind.

Google is making it easier to switch from iPhone to Android

The new feature lets users wirelessly transfer more data types from an iPhone without needing to download a separate app.