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Russia opens antitrust case against Apple over MAX and RuStore
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Russia opens antitrust case against Apple over MAX and RuStore

Rajat Saini · August 4, 2026

Russia has opened an antitrust case against Apple after the company failed to preinstall the MAX messenger and RuStore on its devices.

Apple Confirms iPhone to Windows Clipboard Sync, Likely Coming in iOS 28
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Apple Confirms iPhone to Windows Clipboard Sync, Likely Coming in iOS 28

Rajat Saini · August 4, 2026

Apple plans iOS 28 feature letting iPhone users copy and paste with Windows PCs through native clipboard syncing, expected in Europe first.

Why Apple Upgrade Only Works With AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon
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Why Apple Upgrade Only Works With AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon

Rajat Saini · August 4, 2026

Apple Upgrade requires AT&T, T-Mobile, or Verizon for iPhone leasing because of carrier agreements, fraud prevention, and financing requirements in the US.

Apple Could Get 10 More Years of India Manufacturing Tax Relief
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Apple Could Get 10 More Years of India Manufacturing Tax Relief

Rajat Saini · August 4, 2026

India proposes extending a key manufacturing tax exemption until 2041, giving Apple greater certainty as it expands iPhone production across India.

John Ternus Rehires Former Apple VP Ahead of CEO Takeover
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John Ternus Rehires Former Apple VP Ahead of CEO Takeover

Rajat Saini · August 4, 2026

John Ternus rehired former Apple hardware executive Laura Legros ahead of becoming CEO, marking an early leadership move before September’s transition.

WhatsApp for Mac tests daily and weekly update options
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WhatsApp for Mac tests daily and weekly update options

Rajat Saini · August 4, 2026

WhatsApp for Mac beta adds daily and weekly update options, giving users more control over stability, new features, and manual updates.

Apple iCloud policy let former employees retain confidential files
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Apple iCloud policy let former employees retain confidential files

Rajat Saini · August 4, 2026

Apple’s iCloud policy reportedly let former employees retain confidential files, raising fresh questions as its trade secrets lawsuit against OpenAI continues.

Disney+ and Paramount+ Explore Free Streaming Tiers to Challenge YouTube
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Disney+ and Paramount+ Explore Free Streaming Tiers to Challenge YouTube

Rajat Saini · August 4, 2026

Disney+ and Paramount+ are exploring free streaming tiers as Hollywood looks for new ways to compete with YouTube and grow audiences.

Apple Launches Redesigned Accessories Store With Better Search and Categories
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Apple Launches Redesigned Accessories Store With Better Search and Categories

Rajat Saini · August 4, 2026

Apple redesigns its online accessories store with curated collections, improved search, smarter filters, personalized recommendations, and live chat support.

Ted Lasso Look-Alike Contest Coming to Apple Fifth Avenue
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Ted Lasso Look-Alike Contest Coming to Apple Fifth Avenue

Rajat Saini · August 4, 2026

Celebrate Ted Lasso season 4 with Apple’s Ted look-alike contest at Apple Fifth Avenue featuring prizes and three fun competition rounds.

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