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Goertek Gets 2 New Product Contracts With Apple for 2026, What Are They?
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Goertek Gets 2 New Product Contracts With Apple for 2026, What Are They?

Devesh Beri · November 12, 2024

Goertek secures Apple contracts for 2026 products, signaling improved relations and growth potential after previous supply issues.

Apple Wants to Sell AirPods Not Just for Audio but Also for Its Health Functionality
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Apple Wants to Sell AirPods Not Just for Audio but Also for Its Health Functionality

Devesh Beri · November 12, 2024

Apple aims to transform AirPods into health management devices, projecting increased shipments and new features in upcoming models.

Apple Surveillance? Apple to Enter Smart Home IP Camera Market
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Apple Surveillance? Apple to Enter Smart Home IP Camera Market

Devesh Beri · November 12, 2024

Apple enters home surveillance market with smart IP camera, set for 2026 launch. Targets millions in annual shipments.

Apple Releases New Firmware Updates for AirPods 4 and AirPods Pro 2
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Apple Releases New Firmware Updates for AirPods 4 and AirPods Pro 2

Devesh Beri · November 11, 2024

Apple has released firmware updates for AirPods 4 (7B20) and AirPods Pro 2 (7B21), including bug fixes and improvements.

Airlines to Accept Your AirTag Location to Find Your Lost Luggage
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Airlines to Accept Your AirTag Location to Find Your Lost Luggage

Devesh Beri · November 11, 2024

Apple’s new feature lets users share AirTag locations with airlines, helping recover lost luggage more efficiently and securely.

Apple Seeds 3rd Developer Beta of iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, macOS 15.2
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Apple Seeds 3rd Developer Beta of iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, macOS 15.2

Devesh Beri · November 11, 2024

iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, macOS 15.2 beta 3 released: AI features refined, UI tweaks, customizable TV app, and Find My upgrades.

iPhones Generate More Than Half Apple’s Yearly Revenue + Brings $100B Extra from Services and Accessories
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iPhones Generate More Than Half Apple's Yearly Revenue + Brings $100B Extra from Services and Accessories

Devesh Beri · November 11, 2024

Apple’s iPhone dominates revenue, fueling services and accessories. Company seeks growth through diversification and innovation.

Apple Smart Glasses Still “At Least” Five Years Away
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Apple Smart Glasses Still "At Least" Five Years Away

Devesh Beri · November 11, 2024

Apple evaluates smart glasses market with employee focus groups, but true AR glasses meeting company standards remain years away.

Apple’s Plan: Make Current Stuff Better Before Making New Stuff
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Apple's Plan: Make Current Stuff Better Before Making New Stuff

Devesh Beri · November 11, 2024

Apple focuses on improving current products and developing future innovations. Expect upgrades to Macs, iPads, and iPhones in the near term.

Here’s How Much Money Apple Makes From Its Main Products and Services
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Here’s How Much Money Apple Makes From Its Main Products and Services

Devesh Beri · November 11, 2024

Apple’s revenue breakdown: iPhone dominates at $200B+ annually, services at $100B, with iPad and wearables as key contributors.

Vision Pro 2 Expected Late 2026/Early 2026, Before Vision Lite
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Vision Pro 2 Expected Late 2026/Early 2026, Before Vision Lite

Devesh Beri · November 10, 2024

Apple Vision Pro 2 is expected in late 2025, featuring an M5 chip upgrade and a similar design. No cheaper model planned before 2027.

GM Defends Decision to Drop Apple CarPlay in Favor of In-House Software
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GM Defends Decision to Drop Apple CarPlay in Favor of In-House Software

Devesh Beri · November 10, 2024

GM’s software chief discusses the company’s shift to in-house software development and phasing out Apple CarPlay in its vehicles.

Apple Made It Even Tougher for Police to Unlock iPhones
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Apple Made It Even Tougher for Police to Unlock iPhones

Devesh Beri · November 10, 2024

Apple’s iOS 18.1 update adds auto-reboot feature, enhancing iPhone security but complicating police efforts to access locked devices.

Android Reactions Now Display Correctly on iMessage
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Android Reactions Now Display Correctly on iMessage

Devesh Beri · November 10, 2024

Apple enhances cross-platform messaging: Android reactions now display correctly on iOS, improving the texting experience between platforms.

What Are the Odds? ChatGPT Experiences Outage Just a Couple of Days After Siri Integration
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What Are the Odds? ChatGPT Experiences Outage Just a Couple of Days After Siri Integration

Devesh Beri · November 9, 2024

ChatGPT faces brief outage after reported Siri integration. OpenAI resolves issue quickly, CEO acknowledges need for improved reliability.

Wait for MacBook Pro M6 (2nm) 2026 20th Anniversary Edition With OLED and Major Design Changes
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Wait for MacBook Pro M6 (2nm) 2026 20th Anniversary Edition With OLED and Major Design Changes

Devesh Beri · November 9, 2024

Apple’s MacBook Pro: Minor updates in 2025, major overhaul in 2026 with OLED, thinner design, and M6 chips on 2nm process.

iOS 18.2 Brings Access to More AI Features
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iOS 18.2 Brings Access to More AI Features

Devesh Beri · November 7, 2024

iOS 18.2 beta introduces AI-powered image creation, custom emojis, enhanced Siri with ChatGPT, and visual recognition features.

Apple Brings More Options to AirPlay Functionality in macOS Sequoia 15.2 Beta
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Apple Brings More Options to AirPlay Functionality in macOS Sequoia 15.2 Beta

Devesh Beri · November 6, 2024

macOS Sequoia 15.2 beta introduces selective AirPlay sharing, allowing users to choose specific content to display on Apple TV devices.

Apple Explores Smart Glasses Market with Internal Study
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Apple Explores Smart Glasses Market with Internal Study

Devesh Beri · November 6, 2024

Apple explores smart glasses market with internal study, signaling potential entry into growing wearable tech category.

iPhone Average Price Hits All Time High in September Quarter
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iPhone Average Price Hits All Time High in September Quarter

Devesh Beri · November 6, 2024

iPhone average price hits record $1,018 in Q3 2024. CIRP report shows shift to premium models driving US-WARP increase.

Apple Intelligence’s Siri ChatGPT Is Already Offering a ‘Plus’ Upgrade Option
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Apple Intelligence’s Siri ChatGPT Is Already Offering a ‘Plus’ Upgrade Option

Devesh Beri · November 6, 2024

Apple’s iOS 18.2 beta 2 reveals ChatGPT integration in Siri, offering usage limits info and ChatGPT Plus upgrade option in Settings.

Tim Cook Likely to Stay Apple CEO for 3 More Years; Who’s Next?
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Tim Cook Likely to Stay Apple CEO for 3 More Years; Who's Next?

Devesh Beri · November 3, 2024

Speculation grows about Apple’s next CEO as Tim Cook nears 13 years at the helm. John Ternus emerges as a top contender for succession.

Apple Launches Free Service Program for iPhone 14 Plus Rear Camera Issue
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Apple Launches Free Service Program for iPhone 14 Plus Rear Camera Issue

Devesh Beri · November 2, 2024

Apple launches service program for iPhone 14 Plus models with rear camera preview issues. Check eligibility and get free repairs.

iPhone Sales Increased by About 6% YoY in F4Q24
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iPhone Sales Increased by About 6% YoY in F4Q24

Devesh Beri · November 1, 2024

iPhone sales up 6% YoY in F4Q24, driven by improved production. Apple faces challenges ahead with flat growth projections for F1Q25.

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