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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.

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