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Apple: Monopoly Claim Against Us Is Guesswork; Court Says Its Common Sense
Apple seeks dismissal of DOJ antitrust case, arguing lack of monopoly power. Judge to decide by January if case proceeds to trial.
Apple Seeds Public Beta 4 for iPadOS 18.2 and macOS 15.2
Apple releases public beta 4 for iPadOS 18.2 and macOS 15.2, focusing on bug fixes and performance ahead of December launch.
Apple Seeds iOS 18.2 Beta 4 and watchOS 11.2 Beta 3 for Public
Apple releases iOS 18.2 beta 4 and watchOS 11.2 beta 3 for public testing, featuring minor updates ahead of December launch.
Single’s Day Sale Couldn’t Stop iPhone Sales From Going Down by Double-Digit Percentage in China
Apple’s sales dropped during China’s Singles’ Day despite promotions, as it faces stiff competition and economic headwinds in a key market.
Opera GX Browser Receives Major Update Dedicated to Gamers
Opera GX, a browser that focuses on true gamers, has released its first major update in five years: take a look at everything available.
Microsoft Releases a New M4 Mac Mini Lookalike PC, But How Similar Are They?
Microsoft unveils Windows 365 Link, a cloud-based PC rivaling Apple’s M4 Mac mini. Compare specs, features, and target markets.
For the First Time Ever, Apple Is Selling Apple News Ads Directly
Apple starts direct ad sales for Apple News, offering new ad units and revenue sharing to maximize profits for itself and publishers.
iPhone SE 4 ‘Confirmed’ To Launch in 4 Months’ Time
iPhone SE 4 set for March 2025 launch with Apple’s first in-house 5G modem, new design, and significant feature upgrades.
After iCloud, Now Safari Gives Up on Older iOSes (Partially)
Apple discontinues iCloud sync for older iOS/macOS devices. Safari bookmarks and backups affected. Updates required to maintain service.
Apple Releases Critical Security Updates for macOS and visionOS
Apple releases critical security updates for macOS Sequoia 15.1.1 and visionOS 2.1.1, addressing actively exploited vulnerabilities.
Apple Releases iOS 18.1.1 and iPadOS 18.1.1 with Important Security Fixes
Apple releases iOS 18.1.1 and iPadOS 18.1.1 with critical security fixes. Update recommended for all users. No new features added.
Apple to Up the Investment by 10 Times to Sell iPhone 16 in Indonesia
Apple boosts investment in Indonesia from $10m to $100m, aiming to lift iPhone 16 sales ban amid strict local content regulations.
Apple's New M4 Macs Face Virtualization Limitations
Apple’s M4 Macs can’t run macOS VMs older than 13.4 Ventura, limiting virtualization options for developers and testers.
Here’s Why Even the Older M1 Macs Can Run Apple Intelligence
Apple’s silicon efforts since 2017 set the stage for on-device AI, with the Neural Engine redesign enabling advanced AI on M1 Macs.
Apple Releases Third Beta of visionOS 2.2 and tvOS 18.2
Apple releases visionOS 2.2 and tvOS 18.2 beta 3, adding Mac display options and new screensavers. Public beta for tvOS now available.
iCloud Is Giving Up on iOS 8 in 30 Days’ Time
Apple ends iCloud backup support for iOS 8 and earlier. Users must update or find alternatives by Dec 18, 2024, to avoid data loss.
Apple Users Report Persistent Photo Editing Issue in iOS 18
An iOS 18 photo editing bug prevents iPhone users from saving edits. Users report errors, with iPhone 16 models being most affected. Apple is working on a fix.
Apple’s TV Launch Depends on Success of Smart Display
Apple is evaluating a branded TV set, contingent on the success of upcoming smart displays, according to Mark Gurman’s newsletter.
Why Trump's Win Might Be Apple's Win as Well
Trump’s re-election may benefit Apple, as CEO Tim Cook’s past rapport could help navigate tariffs and regulatory challenges.
Tata to Acquire Majority Stake in Taiwanese Pegatron's iPhone Plant in India
Tata Electronics acquires majority stake in Pegatron’s iPhone plant, boosting its position as Apple supplier and India’s manufacturing role.
Apple M4 Max GPU Benchmarks Show Strong Competition Against NVIDIA RTX Cards
M4 Max GPU benchmarks reveal competitive performance against NVIDIA RTX cards, scoring 5208.78 in Blender tests, close to RTX 4080 GPU.
Apple Phases Out Lightning to 3.5mm Headphone Jack Adapter 8 Years After Launching
Apple discontinues Lightning to 3.5mm adapter, signaling shift to USB-C and wireless audio for iPhones. Limited availability remains.
AirTag 2 Could Make It “Difficult for Someone to Remove the Speaker”
Apple’s AirTag 2.0 set for mid-2025 launch. Expect improved range, better privacy features, and an upgraded wireless chip.