Apple Pay turns 10, expanding globally but still absent in India. New features have been added as the service faces challenges in key growth markets.
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Apple Integrates a New Buy Now, Pay Later Service
Apple Pay now offers Klarna as a buy now, pay later option, expanding payment choices for users alongside other new features.
Apple CEO Allegedly Calls Trump to Discuss EU Fines
Trump claims Apple CEO Cook called about EU fines, vows to protect US companies if reelected. Apple yet to confirm conversation.
Apple to Remove Apps Without “Trader Status” From App Store in EU; What Is It?
Apple to remove EU apps without “trader status” in 2025. New requirement affects all developers. Learn what it means and how to comply.
Apple Cannot Sell iPhone 16 in Indonesia As Investment Targets Missed by $15M
Indonesia blocks iPhone 16 sales due to Apple’s unmet investment targets and expired local content certification. The consumer impact is detailed.
How to Transfer Apple Music Playlists to YouTube Music
If you want to transfer your Apple Music playlists to YouTube Music, check out this article to find out how.
Apple’s Executive Class Shakes Up Again As CPO Departs After Brief Tenure (Rare)
Apple CPO exits after brief tenure; leadership shakeup continues as tech giant faces executive departures and role changes
Even Apple Loyalists Prefer Amazon (and Google) Over HomePod
Apple’s HomePod struggles in smart home market, with loyal customers preferring Amazon and Google devices, CIRP data shows.
Say Thanks To Apple If Your Next EV Car Gives Significantly More Mileage Than Before
Apple’s abandoned car project led to breakthroughs in EV battery technology. Collaboration with BYD may result in longer-range electric vehicles.
Apple Makes CallerID, Apple Pay Customisable for Businesses
Apple expands Business Connect, letting companies to enhance their brand presence across Apple’s ecosystem for better customer engagement.
CleanMyMac Gets Overhaul with Virtual Assistant and Next-Gen Features
A new redesign from MacPaw delivers powerful new features and tools to the ever popular CleanMyMac: learn more about it here.
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Apple Releases New Beta Firmware for AirPods Pro 2
Apple releases AirPods Pro 2 beta firmware, hinting at upcoming hearing aid features. Developers can test new build 7B5013d on both models.
macOS Sequoia 15.1's Developer Beta 7 Is Out
Apple releases macOS Sequoia 15.1 beta 7 for developers, featuring AI-powered tools and improvements across system apps.
iPad Mini 7 Has Twice the RAM of iPad Mini 6; What Else Has Changed?
Apple’s iPad Mini 7 features an A17 Pro chip, 8GB RAM, and Apple Pencil Pro support, enhancing performance over the iPad Mini 6.
How to Fix "Sign Out is Not Available Due to Restrictions"
If you can’t sign out of your iCloud account and see ‘Sign Out is Not Available Due to Restrictions’ check out this article for solutions.
Every 6th Mobile Phone Sold in the Last 3 Months Was an iPhone
Apple sold 56M iPhones in Q3 2024, capturing 17.7% of the global smartphone market amid industry growth, IDC reports.
The New iPad Mini Is Here With iPhone 15 Pro's Chip and Apple Intelligence
Apple unveils new iPad mini with A17 Pro chip, Apple Intelligence, improved connectivity, and Apple Pencil Pro support.
Apple Seeds tvOS 18.1, watchOS 11.1 & visionOS 2.1 Beta 5
Apple releases fifth beta of tvOS 18.1, watchOS 11.1, and visionOS 2.1 to developers, a week after the fourth beta versions.
Apple Seeds iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1 Beta 7
Apple releases iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1 beta 7 to developers, continuing tests on Apple Intelligence features and system improvements.
Vision “Lite” Could Cost 40+% Cheaper Than Apple Vision Pro
Apple plans to launch a cheaper Vision headset for $2000, featuring cost-saving changes while aiming to broaden its spatial computing market.
AirPods with Built-in Cameras Could Launch in 2027
Apple explores AirPods with cameras and smart glasses for 2027 launch, expanding visual intelligence tech across product line.
Four Taiwanese Apple Manufacturer's Employees Detained in China
Chinese authorities detain four Taiwanese Foxconn employees in Zhengzhou, raising concerns about cross-strait business relations.
Huawei Surpasses Apple Sales in August 2024 for the First Time in Four Years
Huawei outpaces Apple in China’s smartphone sales for August 2024, marking its first lead since 2020 amid shifting market dynamics.
Apple Opens New Research Lab in China to Compete With Local Brands
Apple launches major research lab in Shenzhen, China, enhancing its R&D capabilities and commitment to the world’s largest smartphone market.