Mac OS Ken Tablets Feel Memory Crunch + blankOS 26.3 Draws Closer - MOSK: 02.05.2026
Feb 5, 2026
Discussion of tablet market growth and rising memory supply pressures similar to smartphones. Reports on iPhone 16 units appearing in Apple’s refurbished store. Apple seeding release candidates for blankOS 26.3 across platforms. New sports coverage additions including golf and more European soccer. Apple TV adding F1 Premium integration and fresh Apple Arcade titles plus a Vision Pro retro gaming experience.
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Tablets Echo Smartphone Memory Challenges
- Omdia finds tablet shipment growth in 2025 mirrors smartphone market dynamics, especially around memory supply and pricing.
- The report warns memory cost pressures will concentrate growth on premium models and education deployments in select regions.
Refurbished iPhone 16 Line Arrives
- Apple added iPhone 16 series to its certified refurbished store with significant savings versus new units.
- Refurbished offerings include new battery, outer shell, a one-year warranty, and fluctuating colors and capacities.
BlankOS 26.3 Release Candidates Seeded
- Apple seeded release candidates for blankOS 26.3 across iOS, iPadOS, macOS Tahoe, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS to developers.
- These RC builds typically become public releases next week barring major bugs.