Macworld On Monday, Apple released the first updates to its 2026 range of operating systems, and they include numerous new features that iPhone and Mac users will love, including interface tweaks, new gestures, and Spotlight enhancements. But even more important to the billion-plus devices getting the updates is a full slate of security patches. ...   Mac Central

Macworld After months of buildup and an omnipresent advertising campaign, Apple’s much-anticipated new show Pluribus made its debut on the company’s TV streaming service Thursday night. And the service promptly suffered a major outage across the U.S. and Canada. As reported by Bloomberg and others, users started to report that the service had crashed at around 10:30 p.m. ...   Mac Central

Macworld Today Macworld has launched a major update to Smart Answers. When you ask the tool a question, you will now get a longer, more-detailed and better-structured answer that really helps you get the most from our in-depth journalism. What is Smart Answers Smart Answers is a chatbot tool that helps you get more from our content. ...   Mac Central

Macworld When the iPhone Air arrived in September, it was instantly clear that it was different than any other recent iPhone release. For one, it was incredibly thin with a unique 6.5-inch display. For another, it came with some serious compromises, including worse battery life and fewer cameras than the cheaper iPhone 17. ...   Mac Central

Macworld Earlier this week, Apple revealed new branding that will appear at the start of Apple TV shows. The new title card features a colorful presentation of the Apple logo, and according to AdAge, the company took a more traditional approach to creating the look. ...   Mac Central

Macworld New Mac Pro: In summary The M2 Ultra Mac Pro was released in 2023. Previous reports have said an M4 Ultra Mac Pro will be released before the end of 2025. A report states that the M5 Ultra chip is on Apple’s schedule, but there have been no mentions of whether it will be made available for the Mac Pro, or when. No reports of a Mac Pro design change have been made. ...   Mac Central

Macworld A new report from Bloomberg says that Apple is finalizing a deal in which it will pay Google about a billion dollars a year to use its AI technology as the foundation for the long-overdue new Siri. The new model is essentially a customized version of Google’s Gemini LLM, according to Mark Gurman’s report. ...   Mac Central

Macworld Some people choose not to install the new version of iOS or iPadOS for quite a while – or they have devices managed by IT departments that haven’t approved them yet. For such users, Apple continues to deliver software updates for the prior version of the OS that includes critical security updates. That’s what iOS and iPadOS 18.7.2 are. ...   Mac Central

Macworld Since Apple Intelligence was announced in 2024, we’ve only seen the rollout of a few basic features, including Writing Tools and Genmoji, while more advanced features, such as the new Siri with deeper integration with apps, have been delayed without a clear schedule. ...   Mac Central

Macworld Following the launch of Apple’s M5 in new iPad Pro, MacBook Pro, and Vision Pro models last month, analysts are already making predictions about the higher-end versions of the chip still to come. Specifically, we can expect a Mac Studio equipped with an extremely powerful M5 Ultra at some point in 2026. ...   Mac Central

Macworld Apple’s smart-home lineup is currently limited to Apple TV and HomePod, but according to rumors, the company plans to explore this segment even further with a new iPad-like hub and an array of accessories. While Apple itself hasn’t confirmed the news, the first beta of iOS 26.2 gives a clue as to what’s next when it comes to Apple’s smart home accessories. iOS 26. ...   Mac Central

Macworld With the release of the first iOS 26.2 beta, we have already learned some of Apple’s plans for the future of its iPhone software. And it seems there’s more to come. ...   Mac Central

The Vienna Symphonic Library has announced the release of Big Bang Orchestra 2.0, a major update to its orchestral sampling series recorded on the legendary Stage A of Vienna Synchron Stage. ...   KVR Audio

quietformat release auraVox, a new vocal chain processor developed in collaboration with artist slchld. The plugin simplifies the vocal production process by combining musical sensibility with precise engineering, delivering a mix-ready vocal tone in any environment. ...   KVR Audio

APU Software has updated TrueGain, Loudness Contour, Spectrum Analyzer, Loudness Meter, Loudness Compressor, Dynamics Optimizer, and Loudness Limiter to version 4.4.7. Recent changes include: Cross-hair style bucket inspection for loudness history and spectral histogram. Auto-select text box for save preset dialog. Fix Studio One not loading VST3 plug-ins. Logo refresh. ...   KVR Audio

Tone2 Audio has released Hypersync, a soundset for their synthesizer-workstation Icarus3. Dive into the pulsating universe of electronic sound with Hypersync. Whether you're crafting driving EDM tracks, atmospheric pads, glitchy beats, or expressive arpeggios, Hypersync delivers interesting textures and movement. ...   KVR Audio

MeldaProduction has announced the release of Rewind saying: We are pleased to announce our latest MSoundFactory addon, Rewind.For a long time, we've been captivated by the evocative beauty of reversed sound—nostalgic, mysterious, sometimes even haunting. With Rewind, we've created a powerful, dedicated instrument that lets you explore this sonic world with ease. ...   KVR Audio

Diginoiz has released LAYER IT, a VST sampler designed to make drum layering feel effortless. LAYER IT consolidates drum layering workflow by combining visual feedback of audio with flexible control of MIDI while avoiding limitations of each method. It displays samples as stacked waveforms with individual timing offsets, all triggered by a single MIDI note or key press. ...   KVR Audio

HoRNet Plugins has announced the release of ZeroEQ, an intelligent automatic equalizer plugin featuring dual-engine analysis for corrective EQ and tonal shaping. ZeroEQ is designed to identify and address frequency problems in audio material through automatic analysis. ...   KVR Audio

Applied Computer Music Technologies has updated their ACM76SA FET compressor plug-in to V3.4.0. This is a free update for existing users, the new version provides the following bug fixes and feature additions: Feature. The 'OFF' label below the attack control will now change colour to indicate gain reduction is disabled. ...   KVR Audio

Expressive E has released Electric Expressions, a collection of 100 MPE presets for Lounge Lizard EP-5, the physically-modeled electric piano from Applied Acoustics Systems (AAS). This new sound bank is part of the Lounge Lizard Expressive Suite, available now exclusively on expressive. ...   KVR Audio

Solid State Logic (SSL) has announced Acoustifier, a new plug-in developed to transform acoustic guitar D.I. signals. The plug-in is designed to make a dry, direct-input track sound as if it were captured in a studio environment using a dual-microphone setup. The core of the plug-in is its simulation engine. ...   KVR Audio

Eftilo has released version 1.1.0 of Scirocco, a Distorting Chorus/Vibrato plugin for macOS and Windows. This update introduces improvements developed during the creation of Cratere, Eftilo's most recent plugin, including a new anti-aliasing technique and other refinements for a cleaner and more user-friendly experience. What's new in v1.1.0: Improved anti-aliasing. Minor UI adjustments. ...   KVR Audio

Full Bucket Music has released Fury-800 version 2.5.0 for Windows (VST2/VST3/CLAP/AAX) and Mac (VST2/VST3/AU/CLAP/AAX). The new version improves authenticity in Poly-800 mode. Changes since v2.4.4: Reworked Poly-800 Mode (for details see manual). MIDI CC2 (Breath Controller) can be selected for MG-to-VCF control. Price: Free. Read More   KVR Audio

Antares Audio Technologies has announced the release of an innovative new plugin, Metamorph, alongside the launch of their Black Friday 'Early Bird' sale. Metamorph: Voice Transformation in Your DAW Metamorph is an AI vocal transformation plugin that 'enables artists to transcend the creative limitations of their natural voice'. ...   KVR Audio

Audio Imperia has released Glade - The Unearthed Orchestra, a new free Kontakt Instrument for the free Kontakt Player. Glade is a fully featured, professionally recorded instrument available free of charge to composers who want to start writing music today. It fuses world color with symphonic craft into a playable toolkit for expression. ...   KVR Audio

FeelYourSound has released version 4.0.0 of the electronic song-writing solution Sundog Song Studio. Sundog is a standalone composition software for Windows and macOS that connects to any DAW via MIDI. With Sundog it is possible to develop new chord progressions, melodies, bass lines, and arpeggios within minutes. All songs can be exported as standard MIDI files. ...   KVR Audio

MolecularBytes has released AtomicTransientMicro, a transient processor that gives producers precise control over the attack and sustain of any sound — from drums and percussion to guitars, pianos, and full mixes. Based on the core technology of AtomicTransient, the new plugin brings the same musical precision in a more compact and accessible form. ...   KVR Audio

Bremmers Audio Design have released MultitrackStudio 11.3. The user interface, help and pdf manual are now available in German and Dutch, in addition to English. Changes: User interface and help can be 'auf Deutsch' (in German) or 'in het Nederlands' (in Dutch). The language can be selected in the Preferences window. The pdf manual is available in German and Dutch too. ...   KVR Audio

New Sonic Arts has updated Nuance, a creative sampler instrument, to version 2.6.003. Improvements: Added master pitch and volume parameters. Added master output meter. In-place parameter values shown on hover/during edit. New Group Bar in instrument mode. MIDI sources tab for input monitoring and drag-drop assignment. Choke and Cycle groups now per-zone. ...   KVR Audio

VB-Audio has updated Matrix to version 1.0.2.2. VB-Audio Matrix is a universal real-time audio router for Windows, designed to connect multiple audio devices, applications, and network streams together, providing full control over audio routing channel by channel. ...   KVR Audio

Pitch Innovations, developers of Fluid Chords, and Groove Shaper, have announced the release of Sonic Atlas, a 'World Music Sampler Platform' (AU/VST) for macOS and Windows. Sonic Atlas is designed to let producers explore authentic sounds, loops, and one-shots from around the globe. ...   KVR Audio

Universal Audio has announced the release of Ocean Way Studios Deluxe, a powerful new version of the Ocean Way Studios UAD plug?in that places tracks inside the legendary rooms, reverb chambers, and analog gear that defined some of the greatest recordings in history. ...   KVR Audio

Steinberg has announced the immediate availability of Cubase 15, the latest major update to its music production software. The new version is available in three tiers: Pro, Artist, and Elements, each receiving a range of new features and workflow improvements. ...   KVR Audio