Apple and Universal Music introduce Sound Therapy on Apple Music — wellness playlists enhanced with sound waves to support focus, relaxation, and sleep. Crafted by audio experts and backed by science.
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.
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Apple Moves to homeOS as iOS 19 Drops Home Support
Apple is phasing out its old Home app system with iOS 19 as it prepares to launch homeOS and new smart home products. If you don’t update, your accessories may stop working.
iPhone Shipments Drop 50% in China as Huawei Dominates
iPhone shipments in China dropped nearly 50 percent in March, with Apple losing ground to local giants like Xiaomi and Huawei. Government subsidies favoring lower-priced domestic models are accelerating the shift.
iOS 19 Could Use AI To Extend iPhone’s Battery Backup
Apple is adding an AI-powered battery management feature in iOS 19 to improve iPhone battery backup by analyzing usage and optimizing power. Launch expected in September.
Trump Claims Apple Will Build Plants in US with $500B Investment
Trump claims Apple will build multiple U.S. plants as part of a $500B investment, but Apple has confirmed only one new factory. Here’s what’s fact and what’s not.
Apple watchOS 11.5 (22T572) Out for Everyone
watchOS 11.5 (22T572) is now out with a new Pride Harmony face, Apple TV purchase support, and a key bug fix, as Apple gears up for watchOS 12 next month.
Apple macOS Sequoia 15.5 (24F74) Out for Everyone
Apple has released macOS Sequoia 15.5 (24F74) for all Mac users, bringing new Mail options, Screen Time notifications for parents, and system security fixes.
Apple iOS 18.5 (22F76) Out for Everyone
Apple has released iOS 18.5 (build 22F76) for all iPhones, featuring a new Pride wallpaper, Mail app improvements, Screen Time alerts for parents, and more system refinements.
Apple To Raise iPhone Price and It’s Not Due to Tariffs
Apple plans to raise prices on its upcoming iPhone 17 lineup, focusing on new features and design rather than trade tariffs. While production shifts to India for some models, premium iPhones will still rely on China. Here’s what the price change means for you.
Bluetooth 6.1 to Enhance iPhone 17 Privacy and Battery Life
Bluetooth 6.1 is here, bringing smarter privacy and better battery life—just in time for the iPhone 17. Here’s what Apple users can expect from the upgrade.
iPhone Prices Won't Increase as US-China Tariff War Paused
iPhone prices stay steady for now. A 90-day US-China tariff pause gives Apple breathing room, but the future depends on how fast it can shift production away from China and secure its supply chain.
iOS 18.5 Isn’t the Biggest “Point Update”, but What’s Coming?
iOS 18.5 may look like a minor update but it quietly improves daily tasks and sets the stage for Apple’s next big moves. Here’s what’s new and what’s coming next.
Eddy Cue: Apple iPhones May Not Needed in a Decade
Eddy Cue says the iPhone may not be essential a decade from now. With innovation slowing and AI reshaping the tech landscape, Apple is preparing for a major shift, but can it stay ahead of the curve?
Apple Simplifies Public Wi-Fi Access in iOS 19
iOS 19 will let you skip the hassle of logging in to public Wi-Fi on every device. Apple’s new feature syncs captive portal credentials across your iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
macOS Has a New Rival and It's from China, "HarmonyOS"
Huawei just launched HarmonyOS for PCs, aiming straight at macOS. With deep AI integration, chip-level privacy, and a mac-style interface, this new system isn’t just another Windows alternative—it’s Apple’s newest rival in China’s desktop market.
Apple Discontinued the iPod Three Years Ago
Three years ago, Apple discontinued the iPod, ending an era that redefined how you discover and enjoy music. Here’s what led to its quiet exit and how its legacy lives on.
Apple Defends App Store Fees, Not Illegal
Apple defends charging fees for iPhone NFC access in Brazil, telling antitrust regulator CADE that it’s legal and not anti-competitive. The company argues it holds no monopoly and that Proximity Pix remains unavailable on iPhones due to business terms, not restrictions.
Apple May Expand iPhone Production in Brazil
Apple is weighing a major expansion of iPhone production in Brazil to sidestep U.S. tariffs on China-made devices, with Foxconn’s Jundiaí factory at the center of the shift, Exame reports.
Fortnite iOS Launch Imminent, Game Submitted to App Store
Fortnite is finally returning to the iOS App Store in the U.S. this week. Epic Games has submitted the game for Apple’s review, marking its first iPhone comeback in nearly four years.
Jony Ive Talks Apple Design Values at Stripe 2025
At Stripe Sessions 2025, former Apple design chief Jony Ive opened up about the culture, discipline, and philosophy behind Apple’s most iconic products—and why design rooted in care still matters more than ever.
New iPhone App LiveCaller Rivals Truecaller With Privacy Focus
LiveCaller, a new iPhone app built on Apple’s latest caller ID framework, challenges Truecaller by offering real-time number identification without accessing your contacts or asking for sign-ups. Here’s how it puts privacy first.
Google Maps on iPhone Now Saves Locations with Gemini
Google Maps on your iPhone now uses Gemini to recognize and save locations directly from screenshots. Snap a shot, open Maps, and save the place.
Apple AI Smart Glasses to Rival Meta Ray-Ban Coming in 2027
Apple is building smart glasses to take on Meta’s Ray-Bans, with a custom chip set for mass production by 2027. These lightweight, camera-equipped wearables will tap into AI and extend Apple’s push into everyday wearable tech.
Apple to Appeal $570 Million EU Fine in DMA Violations
Apple will appeal a $570 million EU fine over alleged Digital Markets Act violations, claiming the Commission ignored its 2024 compliance efforts and proposals.