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Rajat Saini
Rajat is a journalist who writes about Apple and iOS with deep technical knowledge. At MacObserver, he tracks every iOS update, new iPhone releases, and explains how new features and system changes affect users and developers. He regularly digs into iOS beta builds, tests updates on his iPhone, and looks for hidden changes and behind-the-scenes improvements.
Articles by Rajat Saini
TMO Weekly #12: Apple News Roundup, December 22–28
A full recap of Apple’s biggest stories from December 22 to 28, covering iOS bugs, iPhone leaks, regulation, and services.
Just Got an iPhone 17 for Christmas? Start With These Features
Got an iPhone 17 for Christmas? This guide explains new features, iOS 26 changes, camera tips, and essential settings.
Apple Tested Colorful AirPods Years Ago, New Prototype Images Reveal
Prototype images reveal Apple tested pink and yellow AirPods years ago, showing how close the company came to colorful designs.
Apple Maps Still Does Not Show Driving Speed, and Users Are Mad
Apple Maps lacks live driving speed and alerts, pushing drivers to Waze despite Apple’s clean interface and accurate navigation tools.
App of the Week: This Tool Turns Your Mac’s Notch Into a Productivity Hub
A lightweight upgrade unlocks hidden usefulness in the Mac notch, offering quick actions, alerts, and smooth system-level interactions.
User Tried iOS 26 Live Translation With His Girlfriend’s Family and Regretted It
iOS 26 Live Translation faced its first real test with a girlfriend’s non English speaking family, and the results disappointed fast.
iPhone Alarm Alerts for Holidays Are Quietly Very Useful
iOS can warn you about holiday alarms using calendar suggestions, helping you avoid early wake-ups on public holidays.
“Made on MacBook Pro” is Not the Flex Apple Thinks It is
Apple’s “Made on MacBook Pro” caption sparked AI accusations, showing why vague credit no longer works in today’s image-saturated internet.
US Delays New China Chip Tariffs Until June 2027, Relief for Apple
US delays higher China semiconductor tariffs until 2027, giving Apple time to manage chip sourcing and avoid immediate price pressure.
Apple Music’s Hidden Control Shows How Far “Simple” Interfaces Have Gone
Apple Music users discovered a hidden scrubbing feature, sparking debate about basic playback controls, gestures, and why simple features matter.
iOS 26.2 Makes ProMotion iPhones Feel Less Smooth Than Before
iOS 26.2 users report random stuttering, lag, and 30fps-like performance that returns daily, even on ProMotion iPhones after restarts.
Apple’s Weather App Can Feel Inaccurate, Especially for Snow
Apple’s Weather app disagrees on snowfall. Here’s why forecasts vary, how data sources differ, and what you should verify when trusting totals.
iOS 18.7.3 disappears for newer iPhones, leaving iOS 26.2 the only update
Apple removed iOS 18.7.3 for newer iPhones, forcing eligible devices to choose between staying on 18.7.2 or upgrading directly to iOS 26.2.
Apple Mail Just Saved Me From Sending an Email Without an Attachment
Apple Mail warns you when an email mentions an attachment but none is added, preventing follow ups and missed files.
Apple Accepts New App Store Rules to End Brazil Antitrust Probe
Brazil approves antitrust settlement forcing Apple to allow alternative app stores, external payments, and new App Store fees on iOS.
iPhone Air 2 May Not Be Delayed After All, New Claim Suggests
A new leak claims Apple still plans a fall launch next year for iPhone Air 2, contradicting earlier reports of delays today.
Apple Wallet Plans Driver’s License Support in 7 Additional States
Apple Wallet supports digital driver’s licenses in 13 states today, with seven more states confirmed and preparing to launch next.
Tim Cook Buys $3 Million in Nike Stock as Shares Rebound After Earnings Drop
Tim Cook doubled his Nike stake with a $3 million purchase, boosting shares and signaling confidence during the company’s turnaround.
WhatsApp Beta Adds Apple Watch Pairing Alerts on iPhone
WhatsApp iOS beta adds Apple Watch pairing alerts and chat cleanup tools, giving you clearer device visibility and storage control.
China Demands Apple Intelligence Refuse to Answer 2,000 Censored Questions
China will test Apple Intelligence with 2,000 censored questions, forcing it to refuse most answers before gaining approval to operate locally.
Apple’s $20K Coding Course Faces Accountability Questions
Apple Developer Academy Detroit faces scrutiny over public funding, student outcomes, and whether its training delivers real career value.
Samsung to Make iPhone 18 Camera Sensors in USA, Ending Sony’s Exclusive Run
Samsung will produce iPhone 18 camera sensors in Texas, marking Apple’s move away from Sony and bringing manufacturing to the US.
iPhone Settings Search Not Working? Here’s What You Can Do
iPhone Settings search often fails for many users. This guide explains why it breaks and shows simple fixes you can try today.