Source: Stephen Warwick/iMore
It's been a quieter week on the "big" rumor front, but that doesn't mean there wasn't plenty of great Apple news to read this week. From landmark jailbreaking news, a big iOS 13 bug, new Powerbeats Pro, and an exciting new show for Apple TV+, here's a round-up of all the latest news.
unc0ver
Source: EverythingApplePro
In absolutely mammoth jailbreaking news, unc0ver, a new iOS jailbreak was released to the public earlier this week. This is the first time in a very long time that a jailbreak has been available for current iPhones and the latest operating system. Unc0ver works with iOS 13.5 and is compatible with the iPhone 11, iPhone SE, and the new iPad Pro.
Jailbreak for 'every signed iOS version on every device' now available
A bug's life
Source: Joseph Keller/iMore
Apple confirmed that a major iOS bug that prevented apps from launching has been fixed. Last week, following the release of iOS 13.5, Apple users found themselves unable to open their apps for no apparent reason. Apple confirmed the issue, and that it had been resolved.
Apple confirms fix for major iOS bug that prevented apps from launching
False contact tracing news
Source: Stephen Warwick/iMore
Apple responded to reports on Facebook, scaremongering users over the new iOS 13.5 exposure notification feature. Apple confirmed the system does not automatically track users, and that you must download an app from a health authority for it to work.
Apple responds to false Facebook claims about contact tracing update in iOS 13.5
New Apple Watch straps?
Source: onewingleft
Images surfaced purportedly showing new Leather Loop straps for the Apple Watch. The new straps, if real, could debut as early as WWDC.
Leaked images show a possible redesign to the Apple Watch Leather Loop
Apple TV+
Source: Joseph Keller/iMore
Apple landed a big score for a new Apple TV+ film. Killers of the Flower Moon will be directed by Martin Scorsese and will star Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert De Niro.
Apple TV+ lands Scorsese film starring Robert De Niro and Leonardo DiCaprio
Refurbished XR
Source: Apple
Apple's iPhone XR hit the refurbished store for the first time. Get a "like-new" phone with a one-year warranty starting at just $499.
Apple's iPhone XR now available refurbished from $499
New Powerbeats Pro!
Source: Beats
Finally, Apple dropped a new set of Powerbeats Pro colors, Glacier Blue, Lava Red, Spring Yellow, and Cloud Pink. They're available from June 9, and other than color, are identical to the current Powerbeats Pro models.
Powerbeats Pro dropping in four new colors: Blue, Red, Yellow, and Pink
Apple launches redesigned online store with dedicated Store tab
After temporarily taking down the Apple online store, the company launched a redesigned store with its own dedicated Store tab.
Google is coming for the iPhone 13 with the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro
Google teased the Pixel 6 and the Pixel 6 Pro today and it finally appears that the company is getting into the flagship phone space.
Apple TV+ nabs eight Imagen Award nominations across five Apple Originals
Apple TV+ is in the running for as many as eight different Imagen Awards across five different Apple Originals, with Ghostwriter, Little Voice, and Ted Lasso among the nominees.
How will you attach your AirTag to the item you wish to track?
Apple's AirTag doesn't have any hooks or adhesive for attaching to your precious items. Luckily there are plenty of accessories for that purpose, both from Apple and third parties.