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Apple Announces Security Updates for Apple Pay on the Web
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Apple Announces Security Updates for Apple Pay on the Web

Devesh Beri · January 10, 2025

Apple to update Apple Pay security for web transactions in 2025. Merchants must update servers by Feb 4 to maintain service.

Don’t Set Alarm on Your iPhone If Don’t Want To Be Late
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Don't Set Alarm on Your iPhone If Don't Want To Be Late

Devesh Beri · January 10, 2025

iPhone users report persistent alarm issues across iOS versions. Apple acknowledged the problem but hasn’t provided a fix.

Apple Fired Around 50 Employees Over Charity Donation Fraud Scheme
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Apple Fired Around 50 Employees Over Charity Donation Fraud Scheme

Devesh Beri · January 9, 2025

Apple fires 50 employees for charity donation fraud. Six charged in $152K scheme involving fake donations and misused matching grants.

Thanks to Apple, RCS Business Messaging Revenue Could Surge By Over 6 Times
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Thanks to Apple, RCS Business Messaging Revenue Could Surge By Over 6 Times

Devesh Beri · January 9, 2025

RCS business messaging revenue to soar from $1.3B to $8B by 2025. Apple’s support in 2024 to boost users to 2.1B, transforming the market.

More Than 4 of 5 Users Will Replace a Lost iPhone Within 2 Days
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More Than 4 of 5 Users Will Replace a Lost iPhone Within 2 Days

Devesh Beri · January 9, 2025

Study reveals 80%+ of iPhone users replace lost devices within 2 days, highlighting the critical role of smartphones in daily life.

Apple’s $1B AirTag Facility Won’t Instate iPhone 16 Sale in Indonesia
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Apple's $1B AirTag Facility Won't Instate iPhone 16 Sale in Indonesia

Devesh Beri · January 9, 2025

Apple’s $1B AirTag facility fails to meet Indonesia’s local rules for iPhone 16. Ban remains despite investment as negotiations continue.

Here’s Apple’s Official Statement on Siri; Apple Siri Settlement
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Here's Apple's Official Statement on Siri; Apple Siri Settlement

Devesh Beri · January 9, 2025

Apple reaffirms Siri’s privacy features, emphasizing on-device processing and data minimization amid growing AI privacy concerns.

Should I Update to iOS 18.2.1? Yes, and Here’s Why
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Should I Update to iOS 18.2.1? Yes, and Here’s Why

Ivan Jenic · January 8, 2025

Should you update to iOS 18.2.1? Find out what Apple’s latest update brings and how it can stabilize your device.

Apple Siri Settlement: Plaintiff Say They Won’t Have Purchased iPhone If They Knew About Sneaky Siri
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Apple Siri Settlement: Plaintiff Say They Won't Have Purchased iPhone If They Knew About Sneaky Siri

Devesh Beri · January 8, 2025

Apple agrees to $95M settlement for Siri privacy lawsuit. Eligible US owners may receive up to $20 per device. Claims due by May 15, 2025.

iPhone SE 4/iPhone 16E Launch Date Could Be in April This Year
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iPhone SE 4/iPhone 16E Launch Date Could Be in April This Year

Devesh Beri · January 8, 2025

Apple’s iPhone SE 4 and new iPads are set for an early 2025 launch. Expect major upgrades, including Apple Intelligence support and modern designs.

Apple Releases 2nd Beta of tvOS 18.3, visionOS 2.3, and watchOS 11.3 to Developers
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Apple Releases 2nd Beta of tvOS 18.3, visionOS 2.3, and watchOS 11.3 to Developers

Devesh Beri · January 8, 2025

Apple releases second beta of tvOS 18.3, visionOS 2.3, and watchOS 11.3 to developers, with potential new features and improvements.

Apple Releases 2nd Beta of iOS 18.3, iPadOS 18.3, and macOS 15.3 to Developers
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Apple Releases 2nd Beta of iOS 18.3, iPadOS 18.3, and macOS 15.3 to Developers

Devesh Beri · January 8, 2025

Apple releases iOS 18.3 beta 2 to developers, focusing on refinements. New betas for macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS also available.

Apple Plans Expansion of News App to More Countries
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Apple Plans Expansion of News App to More Countries

Devesh Beri · January 8, 2025

Apple expands the News app globally, enhances ad offerings, and introduces new features while updating revenue-sharing with publishers.

NVIDIA Announces GeForce NOW Cloud Gaming for Apple Vision Pro
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NVIDIA Announces GeForce NOW Cloud Gaming for Apple Vision Pro

Devesh Beri · January 7, 2025

NVIDIA is expanding GeForce NOW to Apple Vision Pro, bringing cloud gaming. The launch is expected this month, and 2K+ games will be available.

Apple Faces Pressure to Remove Apple Intelligence’ Notification Summarizer
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Apple Faces Pressure to Remove Apple Intelligence' Notification Summarizer

Devesh Beri · January 7, 2025

Apple’s AI news summarization feature faces removal calls due to inaccuracies, raising concerns about AI in journalism.

Apple Intelligence Correctly Predicted World Darts Champion, or Did It?
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Apple Intelligence Correctly Predicted World Darts Champion, or Did It?

Devesh Beri · January 7, 2025

Apple’s AI feature falsely claims darts and tennis victories, raising concerns about AI-generated news summaries’ accuracy.

New Apple CFO is Here, Kevan Parekh Succeeds Luca Maestri
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New Apple CFO is Here, Kevan Parekh Succeeds Luca Maestri

Devesh Beri · January 5, 2025

Apple announces CFO transition: Luca Maestri steps down, Kevan Parekh to take over. Key details on roles, compensation, and company growth.

iPhone 17 Rumored to Have High-Refresh Rate Displays On All Models
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iPhone 17 Rumored to Have High-Refresh Rate Displays On All Models

Devesh Beri · January 5, 2025

Discover the latest iPhone 17 rumors: ProMotion displays, new “Slim” model, upgraded cameras, and more. Get the scoop on Apple’s 2025 lineup.

Apple Announces Q1 FY25 Earnings Call for January 30, 2026
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Apple Announces Q1 FY25 Earnings Call for January 30, 2026

Devesh Beri · January 4, 2025

Apple announces Q1 FY25 results on Jan 30, 2025. Earnings call at 2PM PT. Expect insights on holiday sales, products, financial performance.

Apple CEO Tim Cook to Donate $1M to Trump’s Inaugural Committee
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Apple CEO Tim Cook to Donate $1M to Trump's Inaugural Committee

Devesh Beri · January 4, 2025

Apple CEO Tim Cook to donate $1M to Trump’s inaugural committee, reflecting ongoing engagement with the administration.

Apple’s New Photo Feature Quietly Violates “What Happens on Your iPhone, Stays on Your iPhone”
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Apple’s New Photo Feature Quietly Violates “What Happens on Your iPhone, Stays on Your iPhone”

Devesh Beri · January 3, 2025

Apple’s Enhanced Visual Search feature in iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia raises privacy concerns. Learn about the feature and how to disable it.

Apple To Give Back Its 9-Hours Worth of Profit ($95M) to Users Because Siri Recorded Users’ Private Conversations
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Apple To Give Back Its 9-Hours Worth of Profit ($95M) to Users Because Siri Recorded Users' Private Conversations

Devesh Beri · January 3, 2025

Apple settles $95M lawsuit over Siri privacy violations, offering $20 per device to users whose conversations were recorded and shared.

iPhone SE4 Might Be Rebranded to iPhone 16E
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iPhone SE4 Might Be Rebranded to iPhone 16E

Devesh Beri · January 3, 2025

iPhone SE4 rumored to be rebranded as iPhone 16E, featuring major design upgrades and closer alignment with flagship models.

Apple TV is Apple User’s 7th Favorite Streaming Platform
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Apple TV is Apple User's 7th Favorite Streaming Platform

Devesh Beri · December 30, 2024

Survey says Netflix dominates streaming among Apple users at 76%, Apple TV+ lags at 32%. Hulu and Amazon Prime Video follow at 61% and 60%.

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