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Apple Told to Cooperate as India Refuses to Pause App Store Antitrust Case
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Apple Told to Cooperate as India Refuses to Pause App Store Antitrust Case

Rajat Saini · May 19, 2026

India court ordered Apple to cooperate with antitrust regulators while refusing to fully pause the ongoing App Store investigation.

Apple Announces 2026 Apple Design Awards Finalists for WWDC
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Apple Announces 2026 Apple Design Awards Finalists for WWDC

Rajat Saini · May 19, 2026

Apple has announced the 2026 Apple Design Awards finalists ahead of WWDC, highlighting standout apps and games across six categories.

Apple working on improved titanium for future iPhones, says leaker
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Apple working on improved titanium for future iPhones, says leaker

Rajat Saini · May 19, 2026

Apple reportedly plans to bring improved titanium back to future iPhones while fixing heat issues and reducing overall device weight.

iOS 27 Will Let You Create Shortcuts Just by Typing What You Want
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iOS 27 Will Let You Create Shortcuts Just by Typing What You Want

Rajat Saini · May 19, 2026

Apple’s new AI-powered Shortcuts upgrade in iOS 27 lets iPhone users create automations using simple natural language commands.

Massive Apple Gift Card Scam Costs Buyers Millions Of Dollars
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Massive Apple Gift Card Scam Costs Buyers Millions Of Dollars

Akshay Kumar · May 18, 2026

A massive gift card scam cost buyers hundreds of millions of dollars. Criminals drained retail funds to buy and smuggle electronics to foreign importers.

iOS 27 Leak Reveals AI Grammar Checker, Siri Writing Tools, and Custom AI Wallpapers
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iOS 27 Leak Reveals AI Grammar Checker, Siri Writing Tools, and Custom AI Wallpapers

Rajat Saini · May 18, 2026

Apple reportedly plans AI grammar checking, smarter Siri writing tools, AI wallpapers, and natural language shortcuts in iOS 27 updates.

Apple Watch Ultra 4 Leak Reveals New Blood Pressure Feature and Full Redesign
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Apple Watch Ultra 4 Leak Reveals New Blood Pressure Feature and Full Redesign

Rajat Saini · May 18, 2026

Apple Watch Ultra 4 reportedly brings blood pressure monitoring, upgraded health sensors, and a full redesign ahead of its launch.

Apple Sets June 8 Date for Worldwide Developers Conference
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Apple Sets June 8 Date for Worldwide Developers Conference

Akshay Kumar · May 18, 2026

Apple announced the full schedule for its Worldwide Developers Conference starting June 8. Get the latest details on the keynote event and new software.

Apple Watch Series 12 Could Skip Major Hardware Upgrades
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Apple Watch Series 12 Could Skip Major Hardware Upgrades

Akshay Kumar · May 18, 2026

The upcoming Apple Watch Series 12 will reportedly skip major hardware updates this year. The new device focuses on bug fixes and a new modular watch face.

Apple Delays Foldable iPhone Ultra Indefinitely Over Hinge Issues
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Apple Delays Foldable iPhone Ultra Indefinitely Over Hinge Issues

Akshay Kumar · May 18, 2026

Apple has delayed its first foldable iPhone Ultra due to major hinge durability issues, despite successfully testing a completely crease-free OLED display.

Former Apple Designer Reveals Why AirPods Max Has No Apple Logo
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Former Apple Designer Reveals Why AirPods Max Has No Apple Logo

Rajat Saini · May 18, 2026

Former Apple designer Eugene Whang reveals why AirPods Max lacks an Apple logo and shares rare behind the scenes details.

MacBook Neo Looks Even Better After Google Unveils Googlebook
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MacBook Neo Looks Even Better After Google Unveils Googlebook

Rajat Saini · May 18, 2026

Google’s new Googlebook laptops add Gemini AI features, but the MacBook Neo still offers a more complete desktop experience.

YouTube Expands AI Deepfake Detection Tool to All Adult Creators
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YouTube Expands AI Deepfake Detection Tool to All Adult Creators

Rajat Saini · May 18, 2026

YouTube now lets adult creators detect AI deepfakes using facial scans and request removals directly through YouTube Studio tools.

Spotify confirms classic green logo will replace temporary disco ball icon
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Spotify confirms classic green logo will replace temporary disco ball icon

Rajat Saini · May 18, 2026

Spotify confirms its disco ball app icon is temporary and says the regular green logo will officially return later this week.

iOS 27 Genmoji Upgrade Reportedly Uses Photos and Common Phrases for Suggestions
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iOS 27 Genmoji Upgrade Reportedly Uses Photos and Common Phrases for Suggestions

Rajat Saini · May 17, 2026

Apple reportedly plans Suggested Genmoji in iOS 27, using photos and typing history to create smarter emoji recommendations automatically.

iOS 27 Siri App Reportedly Adds Auto-Deleting Chats, New Siri Still Labeled Beta
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iOS 27 Siri App Reportedly Adds Auto-Deleting Chats, New Siri Still Labeled Beta

Rajat Saini · May 17, 2026

Apple’s redesigned Siri app in iOS 27 reportedly adds auto deleting chats, conversation history, file uploads, and beta labeling support.

iPhone Users Want a Better Keyboard, But This Layout Shows Why Apple Hasn’t Changed It Yet
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iPhone Users Want a Better Keyboard, But This Layout Shows Why Apple Hasn’t Changed It Yet

Rajat Saini · May 17, 2026

iPhone users are debating a redesigned keyboard with number rows and symbol keys, but smaller buttons may create bigger typing problems.

iOS 26.5: All the Bugs and Problems Reported by iPhone Users After the Update
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iOS 26.5: All the Bugs and Problems Reported by iPhone Users After the Update

Rajat Saini · May 17, 2026

iPhone users report battery drain, overheating, camera lag, CarPlay glitches, and performance issues after installing Apple’s iOS 26.5 update.

ChatGPT Can Now Connect to Your Bank Account for Budgeting and Financial Advice
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ChatGPT Can Now Connect to Your Bank Account for Budgeting and Financial Advice

Rajat Saini · May 16, 2026

OpenAI’s new ChatGPT finance feature connects bank accounts to deliver personalized budgeting, spending analysis, and financial planning advice.

Figma Is Suddenly Worried About Anthropic’s US Problems, Here’s Why
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Figma Is Suddenly Worried About Anthropic’s US Problems, Here's Why

Rajat Saini · May 16, 2026

Figma warned investors that Anthropic’s dispute with the US government could create risks for federal AI-powered business operations.

iPhone Coding App Replit Ships First Big Update In Four Months
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iPhone Coding App Replit Ships First Big Update In Four Months

Akshay Kumar · May 16, 2026

Replit resolves a four-month App Store block to release a major iPhone update featuring Agent 4 technology and free project imports from rival platforms.

Get A Free Pair Of AirPods Pro 3 with a new Apple Card Promo
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Get A Free Pair Of AirPods Pro 3 with a new Apple Card Promo

Akshay Kumar · May 16, 2026

Apple is preparing a huge Apple Card sign-up promo for next week. New cardholders who buy the AirPods Pro 3 at a retail store will get $249 in cash back.

Lepro STV1 Kit Brings Affordable Lighting To Your Apple TV Setup
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Lepro STV1 Kit Brings Affordable Lighting To Your Apple TV Setup

Akshay Kumar · May 16, 2026

The Lepro STV1 kit adds cheap reactive lighting to your television. It uses a camera to match screen colors without needing an expensive HDMI sync box.

Apple Cuts iPhone 17 Prices in China for the 618 Shopping Event
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Apple Cuts iPhone 17 Prices in China for the 618 Shopping Event

Akshay Kumar · May 16, 2026

Apple has lowered the price of its newest smartphone models in China for the massive 618 shopping festival to compete with local brands and increase sales.

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