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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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Apple Reportedly Lays Off 60 Vision Pro Employees as VR Team Shrinks
Apple reportedly laid off at least 60 Vision team employees as it reduces its VR focus and prioritizes AI-powered smart glasses development.
WhatsApp tests Liquid Glass redesign for drawing editor and video player
WhatsApp is preparing more Liquid Glass updates for iPhone, bringing the redesigned look to its drawing editor and video player soon.
Camera AirPods Leak Reveals Motion Calibration, Person Detection, 1MP Images, and More
Apple’s camera-equipped AirPods could capture synchronized images, detect people, and support Visual Intelligence through new built-in sensors.
Silo Season 3 Episode 8 Recap: The Truth About the Silos Is Finally Revealed
Silo Season 3 Episode 8 reveals the truth behind the silos as Juliette risks everything to stop the deadly Safeguard system.
OpenAI Offers Zero Data Retention for Its Frontier AI Models
OpenAI introduces Zero Data Retention for eligible API customers while testing Private Safety Processing to protect sensitive prompts and responses.
Blood Sacrifice Ending Explained: Why Peter Johansson Became the 112 Killer
Blood Sacrifice Season 1 ending explained, including the 112 Killer reveal, Peter Johansson’s motive, Alfred’s role, and the final confrontation.
‘Reacher’ Season 4, Episode 5 Release Date: When Does “Bridge” Come Out?
Reacher Season 4 Episode 5, titled “Bridge,” arrives August 26 on Prime Video, continuing Reacher’s dangerous investigation after Episode 4.
Apple TV’s The Dynasty: UConn Huskies Is Now Available to Stream
The Dynasty: UConn Huskies is now streaming on Apple TV, exploring four decades of basketball history across three documentary episodes.
Apple Music will add ‘Made With AI’ labels later this year
Apple Music will introduce Made With AI labels later this year, requiring disclosure when generative AI materially contributed to uploaded content.
Apple Releases Another AirPods Beta Update Before iOS 27
Apple released AirPods beta firmware 9A5347a for supported H2 models, adding support for new features arriving with iOS 27 next month.
ChatGPT Can Now Access iMessage, SMS, and RCS on Mac
ChatGPT for Mac now supports Apple Messages, letting users read, search, prepare, and send iMessage, SMS, and RCS chats securely directly.
Apple’s New Ad Shows How Apple Watch Helped Save a Triathlete’s Life
Apple’s latest ad shows how an Apple Watch ECG alerted a triathlete to AFib, leading doctors to discover a congenital heart condition.
When Do iPhone 18 Pro Pre-Orders Start? Expected Apple Event Schedule
Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro is expected in September 2026. Here’s the likely event date, pre-order schedule, and retail release timing details.
Apple May Not Launch the iPhone 18 This September, Here's What We Know
Apple’s base iPhone 18 is reportedly skipping the September 2026 event, with its launch now expected in early 2027 alongside two other models.
Five More Apple Devices Are Reportedly Getting OLED Displays
Apple plans OLED upgrades for the iPad mini, iPad Air, MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, and iMac between 2026 and 2029, according to reports.
Apple’s Beats 360 Headphones Appear in New Regulatory Filing
Apple’s upcoming Beats 360 headphones appear in Brazil’s regulatory database, adding another sign that their official launch is getting very close.
Apple TV Reveals Stick Season 2 Premiere Date With Pluribus Star Joining Cast
Stick Season 2 premieres November 4 on Apple TV, with Owen Wilson returning and Pluribus star Rhea Seehorn joining the cast.
Roblox Told to Block Unknown Adults From Contacting Children
Australian regulator says Roblox still allows adults to contact children, giving the platform three months to strengthen safety measures.
Apple’s New EU App Store Rules Bring Lower Fees for Some Developers
Apple introduces new EU App Store fees ranging from 5% to 26%, with rates based on payment methods and distribution choices.
Apple Graphic Designer Susan Kare Talks Macintosh Icons and Early UI
Susan Kare shares stories from Apple’s early Macintosh days, explaining the icons, fonts, and design ideas that shaped personal computing history.
Consumer Smart Wearables Market Could Generate More Than $1 Trillion by 2032
Consumer wearables could generate over $1 trillion through 2032, led by smartwatches, wireless earbuds, smart eyewear, and growing health-focused devices worldwide.
Meta AI Gets a Dedicated Mac App With Native macOS Features
Meta has launched a dedicated Meta AI app for Mac with Quick Invoke, dictation, window context, scheduled tasks, and native macOS features.
Apple Watch Series 12 Could Revive the Ceramic Case After Seven Years
Apple Watch Series 12 could bring back the ceramic case option this September, marking its first appearance since the Series 5 Edition.