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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
Epic CEO Says Apple Shows “Gross Disrespect” With Japan App Store Rules
Tim Sweeney blasts Apple’s Japan App Store changes, calling them anti-competitive and warning Fortnite will not return under current rules.
Apple Starts Early Work on an OLED iMac, But the Wait will be Long
Apple has begun OLED iMac planning, but technical limits and slow timelines suggest a long wait before any desktop launch.
How to Set Up the Apple Music App on ChatGPT
Learn how to connect Apple Music to ChatGPT, create playlists, get recommendations, preview songs, and add music to your library.
Apple Adds Alternative App Stores and Third Party Payments in Japan
Apple updates the App Store in Japan with payments, marketplaces, fees, and defaults to meet the Mobile Software Competition Act.
Apple Plans to Show More Ads in App Store Search Results
Apple will add ads to App Store search results in 2026, expanding placements while keeping formats, pricing, and targeting unchanged.
iOS 26.2 Users Say Lock Screen Font Choices Feel Restricted
iOS 26.2 limits Lock Screen clock resizing to one font. This explains why Apple restricts the feature and what you can change instead.
Leaving Apps Open on iPhone Is Normal, Here’s What iOS Actually Does
Switched to iPhone and unsure about closing apps? Here’s how iOS manages memory, battery, and background activity without app quitting.
X iOS App Bug Stops Background Video Playback When Screen Locks
X Premium background playback on iPhone stops after one video, frustrating users who expect continuous audio when the screen is locked.
US Threatens Retaliation over EU Rules Hitting Apple and Other Tech Firms
Trump administration warns EU over tech rules, threatens retaliation as U.S. criticizes fines and regulations targeting American technology companies abroad.
visionOS 26.3 Public Beta Launches After Developer Release
visionOS 26.3 beta 1 is now available to public testers, bringing bug fixes, performance improvements, and system stability updates.
tvOS 26.3 public beta 1 rolls out with fixes and stability updates
Apple releases tvOS 26.3 public beta 1 for Apple TV, bringing fixes, stability improvements, and public access ahead of release
watchOS 26.3 beta 1 now available to everyone
watchOS 26.3 public beta 1 is now available, bringing bug fixes, performance improvements, and early refinements for Apple Watch users.
macOS 26.3 public beta 1 is now available for all users
Apple has released macOS 26.3 public beta 1, letting all testers try early fixes, stability improvements, and behind-the-scenes refinements today.
First iOS 26.3 public beta is now available for download
Apple releases iOS 26.3 public beta 1 with new Android transfer tools, notification forwarding, and small Lock Screen customization changes.
iPadOS 26.3 Beta 1 Rolls Out to Public Beta Users
Apple releases iPadOS 26.3 beta 1 to public testers with build details, update steps, and early expectations for performance fixes.
Leak Shows Apple’s Low-Cost MacBook Shifted From A15 to A18 Pro
Leaked Apple files show an A15 MacBook test device, while a more complete A18 Pro MacBook points to a future low-cost model.
This Is How One Family Accessed iPhone Passwords After Owner's Death
An iPhone owner passed away and Face ID blocked passwords. Here’s what worked, what failed, and Apple’s actual limits.
Apple Shares ‘Bendgate’ Experience Inside Its Manufacturing Academy
Apple explains how its Manufacturing Academy helps US businesses improve production, sharing lessons learned from the iPhone Bendgate issue.
ChatGPT for iOS adds branched chats to split conversations
ChatGPT on iOS now supports branched chats, letting you split conversations, explore new ideas, and continue without losing earlier context.
Replacing the Battery on Apple’s M5 MacBook Pro Is Now Easier
Apple now lets you replace only the battery on the 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro through its Self Service Repair program.
Apple Explores iPhone Chip Assembly and Packaging in India
Apple is exploring early talks to assemble and package iPhone chips in India, signaling deeper supply chain shifts for Apple.
Favorites Mix is Not Missing in Apple Music, Just Renamed to 'Your Essentials'
Apple Music renamed Favorites Mix to Your Essentials, keeping weekly updates intact and clarifying confusion with the Favorite Songs playlist.
Perplexity Rebuilds its iPad App to Target Students and Professionals
Perplexity rebuilt its iPad app with better multitasking, research tools, and a native design aimed at students and professional users.