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Apple Releases First AirTag 2 Firmware Update Since January Launch
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Apple Releases First AirTag 2 Firmware Update Since January Launch

Rajat Saini · April 1, 2026

Apple releases AirTag 2 firmware update version 3.0.45 with bug fixes, improved stability, and automatic rollout for all users worldwide now.

Apple adds Apple TV HD, iPad mini 4 to obsolete list, MacBook Air 2017 now vintage
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Apple adds Apple TV HD, iPad mini 4 to obsolete list, MacBook Air 2017 now vintage

Rajat Saini · April 1, 2026

Apple updates vintage and obsolete list, ending support for Apple TV HD and iPad mini 4, while MacBook Air 2017 becomes vintage.

Apple Hands Out Special 50th Anniversary Merch to Employees Ahead of Big Event
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Apple Hands Out Special 50th Anniversary Merch to Employees Ahead of Big Event

Rajat Saini · April 1, 2026

Apple celebrates its 50th anniversary with exclusive employee gifts, global events, and a private Apple Park finale event planned.

ChatGPT Comes to Apple CarPlay With New Voice-Only App Support
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ChatGPT Comes to Apple CarPlay With New Voice-Only App Support

Nikhil Kumar · March 31, 2026

ChatGPT now supports Apple CarPlay with a voice-only app, allowing hands-free AI interaction on iPhones running iOS 26.4 or later.

AirPods Max 2 gets first firmware update ahead of wider launch
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AirPods Max 2 gets first firmware update ahead of wider launch

Rajat Saini · March 31, 2026

AirPods Max 2 firmware update 8E251 improves audio performance, enhances H2 features, and fixes minor issues for users.

NASA Artemis II Moon Mission Launch to Be Captured for Apple Vision Pro
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NASA Artemis II Moon Mission Launch to Be Captured for Apple Vision Pro

Nikhil Kumar · March 31, 2026

NASA Artemis II Moon mission launch will be captured in immersive video for Apple Vision Pro, offering a realistic space viewing experience.

iOS 27 Leak Hints at Grammarly-like Autocorrect for iPhone Keyboard
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iOS 27 Leak Hints at Grammarly-like Autocorrect for iPhone Keyboard

Rajat Saini · March 31, 2026

iOS 27 may bring smarter iPhone autocorrect with alternative-word suggestions, significantly improving typing accuracy and the overall keyboard experience.

iOS 27 Siri Upgrade to Handle Multiple Commands in One Request
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iOS 27 Siri Upgrade to Handle Multiple Commands in One Request

Rajat Saini · March 31, 2026

iOS 27 upgrades Siri with multi command support, letting users complete several tasks in one request with improved speed and accuracy.

Warren Buffett Says Selling Apple Stock Early Was a Mistake
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Warren Buffett Says Selling Apple Stock Early Was a Mistake

Nikhil Kumar · March 31, 2026

Warren Buffett says selling Apple stock early was a mistake but still praises Apple and Tim Cook while avoiding new investments.

Iran Names Apple Among “Legitimate Targets” in New Warning
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Iran Names Apple Among “Legitimate Targets” in New Warning

Rajat Saini · March 31, 2026

Iran warns Apple and major US tech firms they are potential targets, urging evacuations as tensions rise with US and Israel.

Apple Explains AirPods Max 2 Improvements With H2 Chip and Better ANC
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Apple Explains AirPods Max 2 Improvements With H2 Chip and Better ANC

Nikhil Kumar · March 31, 2026

Apple reveals how the H2 chip powers AirPods Max 2 with better ANC, improved sound quality, and future software upgrades.

Google Now Lets You Change Your Gmail Username, Rolling Out in the US
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Google Now Lets You Change Your Gmail Username, Rolling Out in the US

Rajat Saini · March 31, 2026

Google now lets users change their Gmail username without losing data, with the feature currently rolling out to accounts in the US only.

iPhone 20 Rumor Points to Radical Curved Design and Much Slimmer Bezels
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iPhone 20 Rumor Points to Radical Curved Design and Much Slimmer Bezels

Rajat Saini · March 31, 2026

iPhone 20 leak reveals curved design, slimmer 1.1mm bezels, smaller Dynamic Island, and Apple’s push toward a true all-screen display in 2027.

Apple Age Verification Now Required in More Regions
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Apple Age Verification Now Required in More Regions

Rajat Saini · March 31, 2026

Apple expands age verification globally, now live in the UK, Singapore, and South Korea, requiring users to confirm age for certain features.

Opera Neon Adds MCP Connector to Let AI Tools Control Browser Tabs
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Opera Neon Adds MCP Connector to Let AI Tools Control Browser Tabs

Rajat Saini · March 31, 2026

Opera Neon adds MCP Connector to connect AI tools with browser sessions, enabling real time actions, automation, and smarter workflows across tabs.

Apple Updates Privacy Rules for Notification Access on Third-Party Devices
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Apple Updates Privacy Rules for Notification Access on Third-Party Devices

Rajat Saini · March 31, 2026

Apple adds strict privacy rules limiting how third-party accessories access, store, and use iPhone notifications and Live Activities data in EU.

Apple Stops Selling 14 Products in One Month, 3 Are Gone for Good
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Apple Stops Selling 14 Products in One Month, 3 Are Gone for Good

Rajat Saini · March 31, 2026

Apple discontinued 14 products in March 2026, including Mac Pro and Pro Display XDR, with three devices left without replacements in lineup.

Apple Loses Again in Epic Games Case as Ninth Circuit Denies Petitions
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Apple Loses Again in Epic Games Case as Ninth Circuit Denies Petitions

Rajat Saini · March 31, 2026

Ninth Circuit denies Apple’s rehearing requests in Epic Games case, leaving limited options and keeping ruling on external payment links intact.

Apple Introduces AudioAccessoryKit for Third Party Headphones on iPhone
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Apple Introduces AudioAccessoryKit for Third Party Headphones on iPhone

Nikhil Kumar · March 31, 2026

Apple introduces AudioAccessoryKit to enable third-party headphones with automatic audio switching and smarter iPhone audio control, starting with EU users.

iOS 26.5 May Bring Live Activities Support to Third-Party Accessories in EU
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iOS 26.5 May Bring Live Activities Support to Third-Party Accessories in EU

Nikhil Kumar · March 31, 2026

iOS 26.5 may add Live Activities support for third-party accessories in the EU, giving users more control over real-time data sharing.

Apple Pulls ‘Anything’ App in Growing Clampdown on Vibe Coding Apps
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Apple Pulls ‘Anything’ App in Growing Clampdown on Vibe Coding Apps

Rajat Saini · March 31, 2026

Apple removes Anything app from App Store over code execution rule violations, raising concerns for vibe coding apps and developer workflows.

Apple Maps Adds Suggested Places Feature in iOS 26.5 Beta
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Apple Maps Adds Suggested Places Feature in iOS 26.5 Beta

Nikhil Kumar · March 31, 2026

Apple introduces Suggested Places in iOS 26.5 beta, offering personalized Apple Maps recommendations based on trends, searches, and nearby activity.

Meta Tests Instagram Plus With Paid Features and Private Story Viewing
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Meta Tests Instagram Plus With Paid Features and Private Story Viewing

Nikhil Kumar · March 31, 2026

Meta tests Instagram Plus with paid features like private Story viewing, audience controls, and extended Story visibility in select global markets.

iOS 26.5 Beta Adds New Subscription Tier for App Developers
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iOS 26.5 Beta Adds New Subscription Tier for App Developers

Rajat Saini · March 31, 2026

iOS 26.5 beta introduces a new subscription plan allowing monthly payments with a 12-month commitment for apps and services on iPhone.

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