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Apple Hides a Fully Playable Classic iPod Inside Its Music Website
Apple hid a playable, first-generation iPod and the classic game Breakout inside a secret 404 error page on its Apple Music website.
Here Why Apple Made The New iOS 27.1 Update Exclusive To The iPhone Duo
Apple made the new iOS 27.1 update completely exclusive to the iPhone Duo to keep foldable software features hidden. Older phones will get iOS 27.2 soon.
Apple Passes NVIDIA in Market Value on iPhone Duo Launch Day
Apple passes NVIDIA to become the most valuable company in the world again as stock hits a record high during the highly anticipated iPhone Duo launch day.
WhatsApp Begins Testing Scheduled Messages for iPhone Beta Users
WhatsApp is testing a highly anticipated scheduled messaging feature for iPhone beta users. You can now plan texts and media up to two weeks in advance.
Apple Secures Final Copyright Win Over Popular Thriller Series Servant
A federal appeals court ruled for Apple and M. Night Shyamalan, ending a major copyright dispute over the storyline of the hit thriller series Servant.
Strava Improves Route Discovery With Smarter Search and Offline Maps
Strava is rolling out updates to improve route discovery. You can now use smarter search tools, view better route cards, and easily navigate offline.
Apple Brings Powerful New AI Assistant to Pages, Keynote, and Numbers
Apple launched a powerful Intelligent Assistant for Pages, Keynote, and Numbers. You can now generate text, slides, and formulas using simple prompts.
YouTube Relocates Its Subscriptions Tab to the Top Bar on Mobile
YouTube is moving its Subscriptions tab from the bottom bar to the top of the home screen on mobile apps while adding new custom feeds for all viewers.
Early iPhone Duo Pre-Orders Are Finally Shipping
Early iPhone Duo pre-orders are officially shipping. Find out how to check your delivery status on the Apple Store app before the October 23 launch.