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Buzzing about iPhone 17

Buzzing about iPhone 17

Five rumored upgrades that would really get us grinning.

Lewis Wallace
June 28, 2025

Out of all the iPhone 17 leaks and rumors, which ones get you most excited? In this weekend’s featured story, Cult of Mac writer Rajesh Pandey lays out five rumored iPhone 17 upgrades that give him goosebumps.

It’s a fun read about some big upgrades that would help the iPhone catch up to some of its Android competitors. This might be a very exciting year for the iPhone.

Also in this edition of The Weekender:

Speaking of iPhone 17, the latest Apple leak offers a pretty good look at the entire iPhone 17 lineup. And the latest iOS 26 beta brings some interesting tweaks.
Setting a text message to go out at a later time or date is easy — if you know where to find the Send Later button!
Every Mac owner should know these crucial keyboard shortcuts.
I like the look of the keychain power bank that Cult of Mac Deals just added to its catalog. The tiny charger can juice up your iPhone or Apple Watch — and it’s on sale. (This AI tool that turns selfies into professional-looking headshots looks pretty slick, too.)

Enjoy your weekend!

— Lewis Wallace, managing editor

Feature story

5 rumored iPhone 17 upgrades I'm excited about

If all the leaks and rumors turn out to be true, the iPhone 17 might just be the most exciting iPhone upgrade in years.

How-tos

Type faster with these essential Mac keyboard shortcuts

The Mac has keyboard typing shortcuts for editing text. It’s much faster than using the mouse to select or holding down Delete to backspace.

How to schedule texts and send messages later on iPhone

Once you know how to schedule a text message on your iPhone, you will never forget to send a reminder (or message somebody at a bad time).

How to set up the best Mac screensaver, Aerial

Apple’s Aerial Mac screensaver offers sweeping views of shockingly gorgeous locations. Here's how to set up the Aerial screensaver on Mac.

How and why to use iPhone Stolen Device Protection

Stolen Device Protection boosts safety for your private info if someone steals your iPhone and its passcode. Here’s how to use it.

How to play Apple’s daily crosswords on iPad and iPhone

Apple has daily crossword puzzles that you can play on your iPhone inside the News app. This new feature of iOS 17 is available to anyone with an Apple News+ subscription or the Apple One Premier bundle.

News

iOS 26 beta 2: All the new features and changes

iOS 26 beta 2 brings subtle refinements, visual tweaks. and small usability improvements. Find out everything that’s new here.

All the ways iOS 26 tightens integration between iPhone and Mac

iOS 26 and macOS 26 Tahoe will take the iPhone and Mac's cross-device integration to the next level with even more seamless features.

Get a sneak peek at the entire iPhone 17 series

Don’t wait until September to see the four models in the iPhone 17 series. Rumors include a “glamour shot” of them posing for the camera.

Plus, more Apple rumors:

Apple Sports app redesign adds personalization, tennis coverage

With version 3.0, the Apple Sports app gets a redesign with more personalization, better baseball coverage and tennis in time for Wimbledon.

Apple Podcasts celebrates 20 years with 20 favorite shows

Going back to the first podcasts on iTunes in 2005, Apple Podcasts marks 20 years with a roadmap to quality listening content.

As brainy ‘Foundation’ returns for season 3, you need this recap [Apple TV+ trailer]

Watch this to get ready for the next big season of sci-fi.

Plus, more Apple TV+ news:

CarPlay Ultra is simply too invasive for some big-name automakers

Several automakers that were initially interested in Apple’s CarPlay Ultra reportedly have since changed their minds.

Deals

Get 14 handy utilities for Mac and PC for less than $20

Get 14 premium utility apps designed to make your daily tasks less frustrating in the Ultimate 14 Mac & Windows Utility App Bundle.

Plus, more software from Cult of Mac Deals:

This double-duty power bank fits on your keychain (and costs just $20)

Measuring just under 4 inches long by 2 inches wide, you can slip this cordless keychain power bank for iPhone and Apple Watch anywhere.

Turn your selfies into a studio-quality headshot for just $15

With the ResumePhoto.ai AI headshot generator, you can quickly get 12 professionally styled images, with great lighting and business attire.

Plus, more AI tools from Cult of Mac Deals:

Reviews and recommendations

My favorite travel charger just dropped to a new low price

I love the ButterFly foldable wireless charger … even more so now that the price for the best travel charger has permanently dropped.

EarFun Clip: Great open-ear buds for smaller ears than mine [Review]

Our hands-on EarFun Clip Open-Ear Wireless Earbuds review finds the fit may not suit everyone, but many will find quality and value.

These ‘budget’ Bluetooth headphones punch way above their price — and just hit a new low

Given our recent 5-star review, don't miss this remarkable EarFun Tune Pro headphones deal -- just $54 for great noise canceling cans.

Setups

Picture-perfect Studio Display rig puts iPad Pro front and center

This workstation is an iPad setup, or at least looks like one. It makes the most of the tablet, but also includes a hidden M4 MacBook Pro.

MacBook Pro drives wild, stacked dual display with hinges

This MacBook Pro setup features a rare sighting -- stacked dual displays connected by hinges. It's a Uperfect portable monitor.

Ho-hum MacBook Air rig packs surprises and gets great advice

On its face, this M3 MacBook Air-with-dual-monitors setup looks basic. But it brings some cool gear, and commenters offered good ideas.