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Jon Prosser Slows Down Apple Lawsuit Due To Newborn Baby
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Jon Prosser Slows Down Apple Lawsuit Due To Newborn Baby

Akshay Kumar · Posted 53 minutes ago

Jon Prosser’s ongoing legal fight with Apple faces a new delay after the birth of his second child paused document discovery, pushing depositions to September 2026.

Apple Leads Premium Phone Market While Segment Hits Record High
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Apple Leads Premium Phone Market While Segment Hits Record High

Akshay Kumar · Posted 1 hour ago

Premium smartphones now make up 29% of the global market. Apple holds a 65% share led by the iPhone 17, while Samsung and other brands continue to grow.

Madden NFL 27 Arcade Edition Arrives Exclusively On Apple Screens
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Madden NFL 27 Arcade Edition Arrives Exclusively On Apple Screens

Akshay Kumar · Posted 2 hours ago

Madden NFL 27 Arcade Edition is now on Apple Arcade. Manage your favorite team without ads or in-app purchases across iOS, Mac, and Apple TV displays.

Apple Increases Device Trade-In Payouts For iPhone, iPad And Mac Users
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Apple Increases Device Trade-In Payouts For iPhone, iPad And Mac Users

Akshay Kumar · August 6, 2026

Apple increased trade-in values for iPhones, Macs, iPads, and Apple Watches. Check our updated tables to see how much your old device is worth right now.

iPhone 18 Pro Faces Serious Launch Delays Over Memory Chip Shortages
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iPhone 18 Pro Faces Serious Launch Delays Over Memory Chip Shortages

Akshay Kumar · August 6, 2026

A severe memory chip shortage is currently delaying the production of the iPhone 18 Pro. Buyers will face extended shipping times and empty retail shelves.

Most US Buyers Still Pick Up Their iPhones Through Mobile Carriers
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Most US Buyers Still Pick Up Their iPhones Through Mobile Carriers

Akshay Kumar · August 6, 2026

A report shows that three-quarters of US iPhone sales happen through mobile carriers, which could limit the reach of a new direct retail leasing program.

Chinese RAM Supplier Rejects Apple In Bid For Cheaper Memory
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Chinese RAM Supplier Rejects Apple In Bid For Cheaper Memory

Akshay Kumar · August 6, 2026

Apple failed to secure a discount on memory chips from Chinese supplier CXMT. The ongoing global shortage will keep component prices high until 2030.

Why Putting A Hot iPhone In The Refrigerator Will Ruin Your Device
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Why Putting A Hot iPhone In The Refrigerator Will Ruin Your Device

Akshay Kumar · August 6, 2026

Viral TikTok videos tell you to put a hot iPhone in the fridge, but doing this causes internal water damage. Learn how to safely cool your phone down.

Foldable Smartphone Sales Expected To Jump 20% With iPhone Ultra
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Foldable Smartphone Sales Expected To Jump 20% With iPhone Ultra

Akshay Kumar · August 6, 2026

Foldable smartphone sales are expected to rise 20% in 2026 compared to 2025. Apple entering the market with the iPhone Ultra is driving this major growth.

Apple Will Keep Its September iPhone 18 Pro Event Prerecorded
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Apple Will Keep Its September iPhone 18 Pro Event Prerecorded

Akshay Kumar · August 6, 2026

The iPhone 18 Pro event will remain a prerecorded video. Find out why the recent Apple retail employee lottery does not signal a return to live stages.

iPhone 18 Pro Might Cost Up To $300 More Due To Part Shortages
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iPhone 18 Pro Might Cost Up To $300 More Due To Part Shortages

Akshay Kumar · July 31, 2026

The upcoming iPhone 18 Pro models could see a massive price increase of up to $300 due to global part shortages and rising memory costs.

A Little-Known Android Brand Beat Apple to a Bezel-Free Phone 
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A Little-Known Android Brand Beat Apple to a Bezel-Free Phone 

Akshay Kumar · July 31, 2026

Tecno has revealed a new concept phone with a zero-millimeter display border, beating major tech brands to a truly bezel-free smartphone design.

JP Morgan Lowers Apple Target To $340 Amid Supply Headwinds
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JP Morgan Lowers Apple Target To $340 Amid Supply Headwinds

Akshay Kumar · July 31, 2026

JP Morgan has officially lowered its price target for Apple stock from $345 down to $340, citing ongoing supply constraints.

Yahoo Weather Overhauls App With New Radar And Forecast Narrative
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Yahoo Weather Overhauls App With New Radar And Forecast Narrative

Akshay Kumar · July 30, 2026

Yahoo updated its weather app with a fresh design, interactive maps, and minute-by-minute rain tracking. The free update also adds a daily text summary.

Spotify for iPhone Introduces New Music Feature to Enhance Your Runs
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Spotify for iPhone Introduces New Music Feature to Enhance Your Runs

Akshay Kumar · July 30, 2026

Discover how the new Spotify Running Mode for iOS users creates custom playlists that match your pace. Learn about the tempo tracking and audio coaching.

Apple Smashes Records With 55.1 Million iPhones Shipped in Q2
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Apple Smashes Records With 55.1 Million iPhones Shipped in Q2

Akshay Kumar · July 30, 2026

Global smartphone shipments fell in Q2 2026, but Apple reached a record high. Discover how rising component costs and inventory strategies shape the market.

iOS 27 Lets You Finally Hide a Key Messages Button
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iOS 27 Lets You Finally Hide a Key Messages Button

Akshay Kumar · July 30, 2026

Tired of accidentally hitting the dictation icon in Messages? iOS 27 adds a new setting that lets you completely hide the button from your text field.

Apple’s Simplified iPhone Lineup Is a Major Success: CIRP
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Apple's Simplified iPhone Lineup Is a Major Success: CIRP

Akshay Kumar · July 30, 2026

Apple’s simplified iPhone lineup is driving record sales for its newest devices. A new CIRP report reveals that 79% of buyers are choosing the latest models.

Oklahoma Nears Support for Digital Driver’s Licenses on iPhone
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Oklahoma Nears Support for Digital Driver's Licenses on iPhone

Akshay Kumar · July 29, 2026

Oklahoma is preparing to support digital driver’s licenses and state IDs in the Wallet app. Learn which US states currently allow mobile identification.

Apple Sees iPhone Sales Climb in China Despite a Declining Market
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Apple Sees iPhone Sales Climb in China Despite a Declining Market

Akshay Kumar · July 29, 2026

Recent data shows Apple continues to see rising sales in China, with foreign shipments climbing fast even as the overall smartphone market slows down.

A New Smart Ring Prototype Could Measure Blood Sugar Without Needles
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A New Smart Ring Prototype Could Measure Blood Sugar Without Needles

Akshay Kumar · July 29, 2026

Engineers developed a prototype smart ring that passively draws sweat to non-invasively measure glucose, ketones, and other biochemical markers in real-time.

The Outsiders Adds Better Performance Metrics And Workout Sharing
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The Outsiders Adds Better Performance Metrics And Workout Sharing

Akshay Kumar · July 29, 2026

The Outsiders fitness app update adds a new Breakdown tab for detailed workout metrics, a Relative Intensity score for runners, and custom sharing.

The New Apple Upgrade Program Has Some Hidden Costs You Should Know About
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The New Apple Upgrade Program Has Some Hidden Costs You Should Know About

Akshay Kumar · July 29, 2026

The new Apple Upgrade leasing program offers low monthly payments for new devices, but users should watch out for damage fees, early termination costs, and separate AppleCare pricing.

Instapaper 10 Adds Liquid Glass and Home Screen Widgets to iOS
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Instapaper 10 Adds Liquid Glass and Home Screen Widgets to iOS

Akshay Kumar · July 29, 2026

Instapaper 10 introduces the Liquid Glass reading interface, new fonts, and useful Home Screen widgets to make catching up on saved articles easier.

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