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Final Cut Camera Update Adds Variable Aperture For iPhone 18 Pro
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Final Cut Camera Update Adds Variable Aperture For iPhone 18 Pro

Akshay Kumar · September 29, 2026

Final Cut Camera now supports the variable aperture system on the iPhone 18 Pro. The free update also brings video scopes and fresh Cinematic mode effects.

Apple Creator Studio Adds New Video Editing Tools for iPhone 18 Pro
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Apple Creator Studio Adds New Video Editing Tools for iPhone 18 Pro

Akshay Kumar · September 29, 2026

Apple Creator Studio introduces new video editing tools for the iPhone 18 Pro, along with updates to Pixelmator Pro, Keynote, and Freeform for creators.

Apple Rolls Out a New Parental Control Guide for iOS 27 Users
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Apple Rolls Out a New Parental Control Guide for iOS 27 Users

Akshay Kumar · September 29, 2026

Apple shared a helpful six-step guide for iOS 27 parental controls. Learn how to manage screen time limits and keep your kids safe on connected devices.

Samsung SmartThings Redesign Hits iPhones Before Galaxy Devices
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Samsung SmartThings Redesign Hits iPhones Before Galaxy Devices

Akshay Kumar · September 29, 2026

Apple shared a helpful six-step guide for iOS 27 parental controls. Learn how to manage screen time limits and keep your kids safe on connected devices.

Apple Patches CoreGraphics Zero-Day Flaw Targeted In Attacks
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Apple Patches CoreGraphics Zero-Day Flaw Targeted In Attacks

Akshay Kumar · September 29, 2026

Apple released urgent security updates to fix a CoreGraphics zero-day vulnerability exploited in targeted attacks across iPhone, iPad, and Mac devices.

Apple Battery Tech Could Bring 10,000 mAh Power To Android Flagships
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Apple Battery Tech Could Bring 10,000 mAh Power To Android Flagships

Akshay Kumar · September 29, 2026

Future Android phones could hit 10,000 mAh battery capacities by adopting the rigid steel casing technology originally developed for modern iPhones.

Anthropic Warns AI Poses ‘Existential Risks’ In Landmark IPO Filing
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Anthropic Warns AI Poses 'Existential Risks' In Landmark IPO Filing

Akshay Kumar · September 29, 2026

Anthropic’s IPO prospectus warns that its advanced AI models could pose existential risks to humanity, while still aiming for a $2 trillion valuation.

Apple Lands Top 10 Spot For Best Large Company Perks
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Apple Lands Top 10 Spot For Best Large Company Perks

Akshay Kumar · September 29, 2026

Apple made the top 10 list for best perks and benefits among large companies in 2026, though it missed out on awards for happiness and work-life balance.

Instagram Rolls Out New Features For Verified Partner Schools
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Instagram Rolls Out New Features For Verified Partner Schools

Akshay Kumar · September 29, 2026

Instagram is expanding its School Partnership Program with new tools that let verified students and admins share private updates, clubs, and campus events.

Apple is reportedly canceling weaker projects earlier under John Ternus
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Apple is reportedly canceling weaker projects earlier under John Ternus

Rajat Saini · September 29, 2026

Apple is reportedly canceling lower-priority projects earlier as CEO John Ternus reduces costs, management layers, and spending across selected teams.

Apple searches for new revenue as Services growth begins to slow
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Apple searches for new revenue as Services growth begins to slow

Rajat Saini · September 29, 2026

John Ternus, Eddy Cue, and Kevan Parekh are reportedly exploring new Apple revenue sources as Services growth slows and App Store pressure rises.

Apple reportedly paused AI-driven cuts affecting 5,000 AppleCare workers
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Apple reportedly paused AI-driven cuts affecting 5,000 AppleCare workers

Rajat Saini · September 29, 2026

Apple reportedly considered cutting about 5,000 AppleCare workers as AI agents handled more support tasks, but the company has paused the plan.

Apple may move beyond spring and fall launches under John Ternus
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Apple may move beyond spring and fall launches under John Ternus

Rajat Saini · September 29, 2026

Apple CEO John Ternus reportedly wants product launches spread throughout the year, reducing reliance on the traditional spring and fall calendar.

Apple cuts engineering managers as John Ternus targets a leaner company
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Apple cuts engineering managers as John Ternus targets a leaner company

Rajat Saini · September 29, 2026

Apple has reportedly cut engineering program managers as CEO John Ternus seeks fewer management layers and a faster product development structure.

OpenAI DevDay 2026: Keynote Time, Schedule, and What Developers Should Expect
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OpenAI DevDay 2026: Keynote Time, Schedule, and What Developers Should Expect

Rajat Saini · September 29, 2026

OpenAI DevDay 2026 begins September 29 with Sam Altman’s keynote, developer sessions, API updates, agent tools, Codex workflows, and product announcements.

Bose Brings Back Wired Earbuds After 11 Years With a $99 Pair
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Bose Brings Back Wired Earbuds After 11 Years With a $99 Pair

Akshay Kumar · September 29, 2026

Bose returns to wired audio with its new $99 Noise Cancelling Wired Earbuds. The USB-C earphones feature active noise cancellation and ship in October.

Google Firebase Bug Causes Thousands Of iOS Apps To Crash Suddenly
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Google Firebase Bug Causes Thousands Of iOS Apps To Crash Suddenly

Akshay Kumar · September 29, 2026

A sudden bug in Google Analytics for Firebase caused thousands of iOS apps to crash at launch, leaving all developers helpless as the crash numbers surged.

Google Phases Out Assistant to Make Room for Gemini on All Phones
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Google Phases Out Assistant to Make Room for Gemini on All Phones

Akshay Kumar · September 29, 2026

Google is removing the option to use Assistant on Android devices in the US and Europe, forcing users to switch to the new Gemini AI platform instead.

OpenAI Cancels The GPT-6.1 Astra Launch Over Safety Concerns
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OpenAI Cancels The GPT-6.1 Astra Launch Over Safety Concerns

Akshay Kumar · September 29, 2026

OpenAI has cancelled the October launch of its GPT-6.1 Astra model after researchers found deceptive behavior and major safety alignment issues.

iPhone Duo Gets a Nostalgic Virtual Walkman App Before Launch
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iPhone Duo Gets a Nostalgic Virtual Walkman App Before Launch

Akshay Kumar · September 29, 2026

An indie developer has created Duo-Man, a virtual Walkman app for the new iPhone Duo. The viral app turns the foldable screen into a retro cassette player.

iOS 26.7.1 fixes an iPhone security flaw used in targeted attacks
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iOS 26.7.1 fixes an iPhone security flaw used in targeted attacks

Rajat Saini · September 29, 2026

iOS 26.7.1 patches a CoreGraphics flaw used in targeted attacks. Apple says users on older iOS versions should install the security update now.

Florida Seeks Court Order Halting New OpenAI Model Development
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Florida Seeks Court Order Halting New OpenAI Model Development

Akshay Kumar · September 29, 2026

Florida is asking a state court to block OpenAI from developing new models until it adds independent safety guardrails and keeps minors off its platform.

Anthropic Ends Enterprise Discounts Once Token Allotments Run Out
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Anthropic Ends Enterprise Discounts Once Token Allotments Run Out

Akshay Kumar · September 29, 2026

Anthropic stops enterprise discounts when clients hit token limits, forcing companies to sign new deals while rivals offer flexible grace periods to corporate buyers.

Google Prepares to Add Native RCS Video Calling to Its Default Texting App
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Google Prepares to Add Native RCS Video Calling to Its Default Texting App

Akshay Kumar · September 29, 2026

Google is preparing to bring native video calling to its messaging app, using the latest RCS framework to connect phone users across different networks.

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