Apple's iOS 2651: The Update We Didn't Know We Didn't Need
Oh, Apple, you've done it again. Dropped a tiny update named iOS 2651, which fixes exactly one bug. Yes, just one. But don't worry, this bug is so specific and obscure that only a very small number of users were affected. How small? Probably the same number of people who still use an iPod Shuffle. Well, if you're one of the unlucky few, congratulations! Your iPhone can now charge when the battery is almost dead-because that's not exactly a feature you paid a thousand bucks for or anything.
The Bug: When Charging Becomes an Olympic Sport
Let's talk about the bug itself. Apparently, when your iPhone Air or iPhone 17 battery drops to near-death levels, plugging it in won't work. Yes, that's right the exact moment when you most desperately need charging is also the moment your phone decides to ghost you. Thanks, iOS 2650. Users have even reported having to perform a ritualistic phone reboot to coax their devices back to life. But don't worry, Apple has swooped in with iOS 2651, promising to save the day-if you even got hit by this bug in the first place.
macOS 2651: Fixing Problems You Didn't Know Existed
Not to be outdone, macOS 2651 also joins the party with a fix so niche it might as well be hiding in the back of a used bookstore. If you're using an M5 chip Mac (yes, the one that only a fraction of users own) with a very specific network extension, your computer might have been randomly shutting down. Why? Because Apple loves keeping you on your toes. Well, rest easy, enterprise folks, the update has apparently fixed this too. But hey, shouldn't a machine costing more than a used car already know how to stay turned on?
iOS 27 Teaser: Siri Gets a Glow-Up, AI Tools Incoming
Amidst this bug-busting snoozefest, Apple gave us a sneak peek at iOS 27. It promises a standalone Siri app, new AI writing tools, and an AI extension system for third-party models. Translation: Siri is finally moving out of the basement and getting her own place, while Apple plays catch-up in the AI game. But don't get too excited-knowing Apple, this AI extension system will probably require a subscription, your firstborn child, and a blood oath to access.
June 8 Event: More Promises, Fewer Guarantees
Mark your calendars, folks. On June 8, Apple will unveil iOS 27 and macOS 27, expected to land this fall. Prepare for the usual fanfare: Tim Cook on stage, magical buzzwords thrown around, and a crowd clapping like seals at a fish buffet. Will they talk about the price hike for no reason? Probably. Will they casually ignore any lingering bugs? Absolutely. At least the new features sound fancy, even if they might not work as promised until iOS 30.
Meanwhile, in Android Land
While Apple is busy fixing its charging woes, the RedMagic 11S Pro is flaunting a 7500mAh battery, a 144Hz display, and liquid cooling. Yes, liquid cooling. Your iPhone is out here struggling to charge at 1%, while Android phones are basically gaming laptops now. But hey, at least Apple has the courage to remove chargers from the box, right?
Final Thoughts: Is This Update Worth It?
If you're one of the 12 people affected by these bugs, then sure, iOS 2651 and macOS 2651 are lifesavers. For everyone else, this update is like getting socks for Christmas: practical but incredibly underwhelming. Here's hoping iOS 27 brings more than just a fancy Siri makeover and actually fixes issues before we even know they exist. But knowing Apple, theyll probably just add another Pro to the name and call it a day.