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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.
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Spotify Revives Apple’s Failed Ping Idea with New In-App Messages
Spotify introduces in-app Messages, reviving Apple’s failed Ping idea, letting users share and discuss music, podcasts, and audiobooks.
Apple Expands Retail Presence in India With New Stores in Pune and Bengaluru
Apple will open Apple Hebbal in Bengaluru on September 2 and Apple Koregaon Park in Pune on September 4, expanding India presence.
Perplexity and Mistral Remain in Apple’s Acquisition Talks
Apple debates AI acquisitions as reports link Perplexity and Mistral to ongoing talks, with Eddy Cue pushing deals and Federighi backing in-house development.
German Court Blocks Apple’s Carbon Neutral Claims for Apple Watch
German court ruled Apple misled consumers with Apple Watch carbon neutral claims, forcing the company to remove or change marketing in Germany.
Apple Confirms September 9 iPhone Event ‘Awe Dropping’
Apple will unveil the iPhone 17 lineup, Apple Watch updates, and more at its September 9 event with the tagline “Awe dropping.”
How to Install and Use Apple’s GarageBand on Windows
Learn how to use Apple’s GarageBand on Windows through virtualization, Hackintosh, or remote access, plus safe alternatives and essential setup tips.
Apple Releases Beta 8 of watchOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26 for Developers
Apple releases Beta 8 of watchOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26, bringing new features, design updates, and developer testing access.
Apple Releases macOS Tahoe 26 Beta 8 for Developers
Apple releases macOS Tahoe 26 beta 8 for developers with build 25A5349a, featuring Liquid Glass design, new apps, and Spotlight upgrades.
Apple Releases iOS 26 Beta 8 for Developers
Apple releases iOS 26 Beta 8 for developers with Liquid Glass design, new features, CarPlay revamp, and Apple Intelligence updates.
Apple Releases iPadOS 26 Beta 8 for Developers
Apple releases iPadOS 26 beta 8 for developers, likely the final beta before RC in September, focusing on stability, fixes, and refinements.
Elon Musk Sues Apple and OpenAI Over Alleged App Store Bias
Elon Musk’s xAI sues Apple and OpenAI in Texas, alleging antitrust collusion over Siri’s ChatGPT integration and App Store favoritism.
Can You Use Logic Pro on Windows? Here’s What Actually Works
Learn how to run Final Cut Pro on Windows using virtual machines or remote access, plus the best professional Windows editing alternatives.
OPPO Responds to Lawsuit Over Alleged Apple Watch Trade Secret Theft
Apple sued ex-employee Chen Shi, OPPO, and InnoPeak over alleged Apple Watch trade secret theft. OPPO denies wrongdoing, pledges cooperation.
Apple in Talks with Google Over Gemini Powered Siri
Apple is exploring Google’s Gemini to power Siri, testing it against Anthropic and OpenAI as it weighs internal models against outside AI.
Apple Sues Ex-Employee for Stealing Apple Watch Secrets for Oppo
Apple sued ex-employee Chen Shi, accusing him of stealing Apple Watch Series 10 trade secrets and sharing them with Oppo before departure.
Apple Gains Support in Privilege Fight Against Epic Games Ruling
Apple gains support in Epic Games case as business groups challenge ruling on attorney-client privilege, warning it harms compliance and smaller firms.
How to Use Apple’s Final Cut Pro on a Windows PC
Final Cut Pro is exclusive to macOS. Learn how Windows users can access it through virtualization, remote access, or other alternatives.
Apple Loses Sixth AI Leader to Meta’s Superintelligence Push
Meta has hired Apple AI executive Frank Chu for its Superintelligence Labs, even as it slows recruitment and faces scrutiny over hiring priorities.
Apple Faces New MR Competition as Vivo Launches Vision Explorer
Vivo launches its first MR headset, Vision Explorer Edition, a lightweight rival to Apple’s Vision Pro, focusing on comfort, affordability, and performance.
Ex-Meta Manager Says Company Skirted Apple Privacy Rules
A whistleblower claims Meta bypassed Apple’s privacy rules, secretly tracked iPhone users, misled advertisers, and fired him for raising concerns.
Apple Releases Safari Technology Preview 226 with Key Web Updates
Apple released Safari Technology Preview 226 with updates for CSS, JavaScript, Media, and more, available for macOS Sequoia and macOS Tahoe.
Masimo Seeks to Block Apple Watch Oxygen Tool After Customs Reversal
Masimo sued US Customs, alleging it unlawfully let Apple restore the Watch’s blood-oxygen tool despite an ITC patent infringement ruling.
iOS 26 and macOS Tahoe Bring Autofill Support to Third-Party Apps
Apple expands one-time code autofill in iOS 26 and macOS Tahoe, adding support for Gmail, third-party messaging apps, Chrome, and Firefox.