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Apple Quietly Acqui-Hires Audio AI Startup Built By Former Google Team
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Apple Quietly Acqui-Hires Audio AI Startup Built By Former Google Team

Akshay Kumar · October 10, 2026

Apple recently reached an acqui-hire agreement with Huxe, an AI audio startup founded by former Google developers who worked on the NotebookLM project.

Original Apple TV 4K Now ‘Vintage’ Just Days Before New Model
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Original Apple TV 4K Now 'Vintage' Just Days Before New Model

Akshay Kumar · October 10, 2026

Apple moved the 2017 Apple TV 4K to its vintage list just days before a huge hardware event. A powerful fourth-generation model is expected to launch soon.

Apple Accidentally Blocks Ad Vendors In Recent iOS 27 Safari Update
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Apple Accidentally Blocks Ad Vendors In Recent iOS 27 Safari Update

Akshay Kumar · October 10, 2026

An iOS 27 update mistakenly blocked ad vendors like The Trade Desk from serving ads in Safari. The accident is raising fresh antitrust questions for Apple.

Omdia Data Reveals Higher Mac Sales Than IDC During Q3 Market Dip
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Omdia Data Reveals Higher Mac Sales Than IDC During Q3 Market Dip

Akshay Kumar · October 10, 2026

Recent data from Omdia shows Apple shipped nearly 6.8 million Macs in Q3 2026. This beats the 5.9 million units reported by IDC despite a tough PC market.

SpaceX Prepares to Launch Starlink Full-Fledge Mobile Carrier  Service in the US
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SpaceX Prepares to Launch Starlink Full-Fledge Mobile Carrier Service in the US

Akshay Kumar · October 10, 2026

SpaceX acquired new spectrum rights to launch Starlink Mobile as a major US mobile carrier. It plans to connect phones both indoors and outdoors right now.

Apple Prepares Handy Dynamic Island Controls for New Home Accessories
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Apple Prepares Handy Dynamic Island Controls for New Home Accessories

Akshay Kumar · October 10, 2026

Apple is bringing a new Proximity Control feature to its upcoming smart home devices, allowing you to open controls just by tapping your phone near them.

Escape: Immersion Surfaces on Mac Through Steam
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Escape: Immersion Surfaces on Mac Through Steam

Akshay Kumar · October 10, 2026

Escape: Immersion is a new 2.5D horror adventure game that is now available to download and play on Mac computers through the Steam store.

Poll Shows iPhone Duo Tempts a Surprising Number of Android Users
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Poll Shows iPhone Duo Tempts a Surprising Number of Android Users

Akshay Kumar · October 10, 2026

A recent survey reveals that many Android users are considering switching to the new folding phone from Apple despite the high price and software limits.

Apple Pushes iPhone Users Still on iOS 26 to Upgrade to iOS 27
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Apple Pushes iPhone Users Still on iOS 26 to Upgrade to iOS 27

Akshay Kumar · October 10, 2026

Apple is changing the update menu for older iPhones. iOS 27 now takes the top spot in settings, pushing users to upgrade instead of staying on iOS 26.

Apple’s OLED MacBook Pro Expected to Drive 50% Surge in OLED Laptop Displays
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Apple's OLED MacBook Pro Expected to Drive 50% Surge in OLED Laptop Displays

Rajat Saini · October 9, 2026

Apple’s upcoming OLED MacBook Pro is expected to drive a 50% surge in OLED notebook display shipments in 2026, according to Counterpoint Research.

Apple Updates AT&T Carrier Settings for iPhone 18 Pro Max on iOS 27.2 Beta
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Apple Updates AT&T Carrier Settings for iPhone 18 Pro Max on iOS 27.2 Beta

Rajat Saini · October 9, 2026

Apple releases a new AT&T carrier settings update for iPhone 18 Pro Max users running the iOS 27.2 beta after cellular issues.

iOS 27 Upgrades Apple Home With 4K Video, AI Search, and Smarter Alerts
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iOS 27 Upgrades Apple Home With 4K Video, AI Search, and Smarter Alerts

Rajat Saini · October 9, 2026

iOS 27 upgrades Apple Home with 4K HomeKit Secure Video, AI-powered clip search, video descriptions, recordings, and smarter real-time notifications.

Apple’s Mac Market Share Rises to 9.5% Despite 11% Drop in Shipments
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Apple’s Mac Market Share Rises to 9.5% Despite 11% Drop in Shipments

Rajat Saini · October 9, 2026

Apple’s Mac shipments fell 11% in Q3 2026, but its market share rose to 9.5% as global PC shipments declined sharply.

Tim Cook Says Apple CEO Transition to John Ternus Was Planned Years Ago
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Tim Cook Says Apple CEO Transition to John Ternus Was Planned Years Ago

Rajat Saini · October 9, 2026

Tim Cook reveals Apple’s CEO transition to John Ternus began years ago and explains his new role, leadership advice, and future plans.

Touchscreen MacBook Pro and OLED iPad Mini Reportedly Launching October 27
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Touchscreen MacBook Pro and OLED iPad Mini Reportedly Launching October 27

Rajat Saini · October 9, 2026

Apple reportedly plans an October 27 event featuring its first touchscreen MacBook Pro, OLED iPad mini, and new M6-powered Macs.

Apple Cuts iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max Orders After Slow Sales
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Apple Cuts iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max Orders After Slow Sales

Rajat Saini · October 9, 2026

Apple reportedly cuts iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max orders by up to 20% as higher prices weaken demand following September’s launch.

Two US States Just Rejected Apple Wallet Driver’s License Support
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Two US States Just Rejected Apple Wallet Driver’s License Support

Rajat Saini · October 9, 2026

Apple Wallet driver’s license support remains unavailable in Florida and Rhode Island as both states resist Apple’s expanding digital ID rollout plans.

Apple CEO John Ternus Makes More Executive Changes Across Services and M&A
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Apple CEO John Ternus Makes More Executive Changes Across Services and M&A

Rajat Saini · October 9, 2026

Apple CEO John Ternus makes more leadership changes, appointing new M&A and App Store executives while expanding Adrian Perica’s role in services.

Apple Announces October 13 Event With ‘Welcome Home’ Teaser
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Apple Announces October 13 Event With ‘Welcome Home’ Teaser

Rajat Saini · October 8, 2026

Apple confirms its October 13 “Welcome Home” event in New York, with a new home hub, HomePod mini 2, and Apple TV expected.

Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 Users Report Skin Irritation
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Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 Users Report Skin Irritation

Rajat Saini · October 8, 2026

Some Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 owners report redness and irritation beneath the sensors, but the cause and prevalence remain unconfirmed.

Apple and The King’s Trust Launch Creative Labs for Young UK Creators
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Apple and The King’s Trust Launch Creative Labs for Young UK Creators

Rajat Saini · October 8, 2026

Apple and The King’s Trust have launched Creative Labs, a UK program offering technology workshops and career guidance to people aged 18 to 30.

WhatsApp Starts Rolling Out Its Liquid Glass Video Player to iPhone Beta Testers
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WhatsApp Starts Rolling Out Its Liquid Glass Video Player to iPhone Beta Testers

Rajat Saini · October 8, 2026

WhatsApp is rolling out its Liquid Glass video player to selected iPhone beta testers, updating the progress bar with a translucent iOS design.

ChatGPT Launches GPT-6 With Visual and Interactive Intelligent UI
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ChatGPT Launches GPT-6 With Visual and Interactive Intelligent UI

Rajat Saini · October 8, 2026

OpenAI is rolling out GPT-6 with Intelligent UI in ChatGPT, adding visual answers, interactive tools and responses that expand while work continues.

Apple and LG Reportedly Plan Seven Accessories for a New Home Ecosystem
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Apple and LG Reportedly Plan Seven Accessories for a New Home Ecosystem

Rajat Saini · October 8, 2026

Apple and LG reportedly developed seven smart home accessories, including cameras, a doorbell, lock and thermostat for Apple’s upcoming home hub.

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