Trump administration officials are urging Apple to avoid Chinese memory chips as the company searches for new suppliers during a global shortage.
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WhatsApp is working on customizable emoji reactions for messages
WhatsApp is testing customizable emoji reactions that could let users replace the six default reactions with their preferred emojis in future updates.
Apple’s Refurbished Store adds new M5 MacBooks, iPhone 16 Plus and Apple Watch models
Apple expands its Refurbished Store with discounted M5 MacBooks, iPhone 16 Plus models, Apple Watches, and Apple TV 4K.
Apple Removes Controversial iPhone Billboard After Complaints in Italy
Apple removed a controversial Milan billboard showing a toddler holding an iPhone after Italy’s children’s rights watchdog raised concerns about the advertisement.
iOS 26.6.1 and iOS 18.7.10 Release Date: Everything We Know
Apple is preparing iOS 26.6.1 and iOS 18.7.10 with security fixes, stability improvements, and final testing ahead of public release soon worldwide.
Apple TV Has a Lot More Movies to Watch Starting This Week
Apple TV adds more than 15 popular movies for subscribers ahead of a packed fall lineup featuring six new original films soon.
Tim Cook Shares the Legacy He Hopes to Leave Behind at Apple
Tim Cook reflects on his Apple legacy, saying he hopes people remember him as a “good and decent man” after leading the company.
SpaceX Completes $60 Billion Deal to Buy Cursor
SpaceX completes its $60 billion acquisition of Cursor, bringing the popular AI coding platform into its growing artificial intelligence business portfolio.
Chase Adds Free Apple TV to Sapphire Preferred, Plus Apple One Credit
Chase Sapphire Preferred cardholders can now get Apple TV free for one year or receive monthly Apple One credits for 12 months.
Apple Maps Ads Open for Business Bookings Starting Today
Apple Maps ads are coming soon in the US and Canada, while businesses can now book campaigns with a limited-time promotional offer.