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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
These Apple TV Shows and Movies Are Done Filming With No Release Dates
Apple TV+ has many finished shows and films with no release dates. See every completed project still waiting to stream.
Apple Stock Is Down, but an Analyst Says the Worst Is Over
Apple shares fell but one analyst expects strong earnings resilient iPhone demand controlled costs and a clear AI strategy ahead.
Apple Announced the First iPhone 19 Years Ago, Starting at $499
iPhone turns 19 in 2026. From the $499 original model, see how Apple reshaped smartphones and expectations for device carry.
MacBook Pro M5 Max Release Date: What You Should Expect in 2026
Find when Apple will release MacBook Pro M5 Max, expected timing, availability, and whether you should wait or buy now.
More Info About the AI Lab That Recruited Apple’s iPhone Air Designer
More information reveals where Apple’s iPhone Air designer went, why he joined Hark, and what the new AI startup plans next.
Apple Watch Long-Promised Blood Sugar Feature Is Missing, but Progress Is Finally Real
Apple still lacks blood sugar tracking on Apple Watch, but new noninvasive technology shows progress and explains what comes next.
Apple Allegedly Bought a Chinese Foldable to Study and Research Its Display
Apple reportedly studied OPPO’s Find N5 foldable, chasing a smoother inner display as it develops the long-rumored iPhone Fold.
MacBook Pro Is 20 Years Old Today: Here’s How It Evolved
Marking twenty years this article traces MacBook Pro’s evolution from Intel debut to Apple silicon and what comes next today.
Apple Begins Final Push to Retire Old Home Architecture in February
Apple warns Home app users to upgrade before February 10, 2026, or lose access, automations, security updates, and support for older devices.
US Senators Urge Apple to Pull X and Grok Over 'Nonconsensual' AI Images
Senators urge Apple to remove X and Grok after reports of nonconsensual sexual images, demanding enforcement of App Store rules.
Apple Wins Again as Appeals Court Rejects AliveCor Antitrust Case
Apple defeats AliveCor again as a federal appeals court rejects antitrust claims over Apple Watch heart rhythm features and developer data access.
iPhone Fold Display Could Solve Two Big Complaints About the iPhone Air
Apple plans OLED display for iPhone Fold delivering brighter thinner screens and influencing iPhone Air 2 camera and battery upgrades.
Apple’s Next Emoji Update Could Bring a Pickle, Butterfly, and New Thumbs
Apple’s next emoji update may add a pickle, butterfly, new thumbs, and more, following Unicode 18 approval in a future iOS release.
Most iPhone Users Haven’t Moved to iOS 26 and iOS 18 Remains on Top
iOS 26 adoption remains slow as most iPhones still run iOS 18, with conflicting data showing very different upgrade trends.
Apple Still Allows Grok on the App Store Despite Explicit Content
Grok generates explicit content, yet remains on Apple’s App Store. This article examines enforcement gaps and risks for younger users.
Apple Reveals Tim Cook’s 2026 Earnings in New Proxy Filing
Apple details Tim Cook’s 2025 pay, stock awards, bonuses, travel, security costs, and executive compensation ahead of 2026 shareholder meeting.
Apple Confirms 2026 Shareholder Meeting and Board Votes
Apple confirms February 24, 2026 virtual shareholder meeting, outlines board votes, waives age rule, urges support for directors and proposals.
Foldable iPhone Might Feel More Like a Mini iPad Than a Phone
Leaked iPhone Fold designs suggest a short wide phone that opens into an iPad sized display questions about Apple’s strategy.
Apple Tests Background Security Improvements Again in iOS 26.3 and macOS Tahoe 26.3
Apple is testing another Background Security Improvements update in iOS 26.3, iPadOS 26.3, and macOS Tahoe for faster security fixes.
John Ternus Is 'Again' Viewed as Apple’s Most Likely Next CEO
John Ternus leads succession talks as Apple weighs life after Tim Cook debating continuity innovation hardware leadership and company’s future.
iOS 27: New Features, Release Timeline, and All Leaks So Far
iOS 27 focuses on stability, foldable iPhone features, updated Siri, Apple Intelligence, and Liquid Glass interface.
Apple TV’s “The Studio” Leads With 12 Actor Awards Nominations
Apple TV+ earns 12 Actor Awards nominations, led by The Studio, with major nods for Severance, F1, Pluribus and more.
India Wants Apple Fined on Global Sales, Not Just Indian Revenue
India defends global turnover-based antitrust fines as Apple challenges the law, warning of disproportionate penalties for App Store practices.