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Jony Ive-Designed Ferrari Luce Sells For $40 Million At Auction
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Jony Ive-Designed Ferrari Luce Sells For $40 Million At Auction

Akshay Kumar · August 17, 2026

The very first Ferrari Luce designed by Jony Ive just sold for $40 million at a California auction, with all proceeds going to a children’s charity.

Mozilla Starts Rolling Out A Built-In Ad Blocker For Firefox On iOS
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Mozilla Starts Rolling Out A Built-In Ad Blocker For Firefox On iOS

Akshay Kumar · August 17, 2026

Mozilla is adding a native ad blocker to Firefox on iOS. The tool stops third-party trackers but allows search ads. Here is how to turn it on for your app.

Apple Expands Its MFi Hearing Device List With 43 New Models
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Apple Expands Its MFi Hearing Device List With 43 New Models

Akshay Kumar · August 8, 2026

Apple updated its Made for iPhone hearing device list with 43 new models. The new MacBook Neo also supports audio streaming on the latest macOS software.

WhatsApp Makes Parent-Managed Accounts Easier To Set Up On iPhone
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WhatsApp Makes Parent-Managed Accounts Easier To Set Up On iPhone

Akshay Kumar · August 8, 2026

WhatsApp is adding a new parental controls menu for the iPhone to help parents easily set up and manage secure restricted accounts for their children.

New Camera AirPods May Launch Next Month With Helpful Vision Features
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New Camera AirPods May Launch Next Month With Helpful Vision Features

Akshay Kumar · August 8, 2026

Apple plans to launch new camera equipped earbuds next month. These visual tools will help blind and low vision users navigate their surroundings with ease.

Claude Code Now Allows Multiple Sessions To Message Each Other
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Claude Code Now Allows Multiple Sessions To Message Each Other

Akshay Kumar · August 8, 2026

The latest Claude Code update lets multiple active sessions message each other on macOS. This feature helps developers coordinate tasks across open windows.

Rumor Says Apple Could Increase The iPhone 17 Price Next Week
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Rumor Says Apple Could Increase The iPhone 17 Price Next Week

Akshay Kumar · August 8, 2026

A new rumor suggests Apple will increase the price of its current smartphone lineup on August 10. Find out why the sudden price hike might happen so soon.

Apple MacBook Neo Forces Microsoft To Boost Windows 11 Memory
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Apple MacBook Neo Forces Microsoft To Boost Windows 11 Memory

Akshay Kumar · August 8, 2026

Apple’s highly affordable MacBook Neo is putting pressure on Microsoft to improve Windows 11 memory efficiency and lower pricing across the PC industry.

Apple Restocks Refurbished Store With Rare M5 Macs and Studio Displays
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Apple Restocks Refurbished Store With Rare M5 Macs and Studio Displays

Akshay Kumar · August 8, 2026

Apple just updated its refurb store with rare M5 MacBook Pro models, Studio Display XDR monitors, and Apple TV 4K units at heavily discounted prices today.

Apple RAM supplier SK Hynix makes a $38B bet on AI chip boom
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Apple RAM supplier SK Hynix makes a $38B bet on AI chip boom

Akshay Kumar · August 8, 2026

Apple RAM supplier SK Hynix is investing $38 billion in two new South Korean memory chip plants to meet AI demand, but consumer prices will stay high.

Is Apple TV Planning To Renew Sugar For A Third Season?
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Is Apple TV Planning To Renew Sugar For A Third Season?

Akshay Kumar · August 7, 2026

Find out if Apple TV is renewing the Colin Farrell detective series Sugar for a third season and what fans can expect from the hit streaming show next.

Apple TV Scraps The Bonfire Of The Vanities Series Adaptation
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Apple TV Scraps The Bonfire Of The Vanities Series Adaptation

Akshay Kumar · August 7, 2026

Apple drops its planned series adaptation of The Bonfire of the Vanities. Warner Bros will shop the David E. Kelley television project to other networks soon.

Jon Prosser Slows Down Apple Lawsuit Due To Newborn Baby
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Jon Prosser Slows Down Apple Lawsuit Due To Newborn Baby

Akshay Kumar · August 7, 2026

Jon Prosser’s ongoing legal fight with Apple faces a new delay after the birth of his second child paused document discovery, pushing depositions to September 2026.

Apple TV Hits Big At Critics Choice Super Awards With Five Wins
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Apple TV Hits Big At Critics Choice Super Awards With Five Wins

Akshay Kumar · August 7, 2026

Apple TV’s hit shows Widow’s Bay and Pluribus won five combined trophies at the 2026 Critics Choice Super Awards, dominating top television genre categories.

Apple Leads Premium Phone Market While Segment Hits Record High
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Apple Leads Premium Phone Market While Segment Hits Record High

Akshay Kumar · August 7, 2026

Premium smartphones now make up 29% of the global market. Apple holds a 65% share led by the iPhone 17, while Samsung and other brands continue to grow.

Madden NFL 27 Arcade Edition Arrives Exclusively On Apple Screens
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Madden NFL 27 Arcade Edition Arrives Exclusively On Apple Screens

Akshay Kumar · August 7, 2026

Madden NFL 27 Arcade Edition is now on Apple Arcade. Manage your favorite team without ads or in-app purchases across iOS, Mac, and Apple TV displays.

Apple Increases Device Trade-In Payouts For iPhone, iPad And Mac Users
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Apple Increases Device Trade-In Payouts For iPhone, iPad And Mac Users

Akshay Kumar · August 6, 2026

Apple increased trade-in values for iPhones, Macs, iPads, and Apple Watches. Check our updated tables to see how much your old device is worth right now.

Apple Keeps The Global Tablet Lead Even After An Eight Percent Dip
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Apple Keeps The Global Tablet Lead Even After An Eight Percent Dip

Akshay Kumar · August 6, 2026

Apple leads the global tablet market despite an eight percent drop in sales. Ongoing parts shortages are forcing device shipments down across the industry.

iPhone 18 Pro Faces Serious Launch Delays Over Memory Chip Shortages
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iPhone 18 Pro Faces Serious Launch Delays Over Memory Chip Shortages

Akshay Kumar · August 6, 2026

A severe memory chip shortage is currently delaying the production of the iPhone 18 Pro. Buyers will face extended shipping times and empty retail shelves.

Most US Buyers Still Pick Up Their iPhones Through Mobile Carriers
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Most US Buyers Still Pick Up Their iPhones Through Mobile Carriers

Akshay Kumar · August 6, 2026

A report shows that three-quarters of US iPhone sales happen through mobile carriers, which could limit the reach of a new direct retail leasing program.

Chinese RAM Supplier Rejects Apple In Bid For Cheaper Memory
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Chinese RAM Supplier Rejects Apple In Bid For Cheaper Memory

Akshay Kumar · August 6, 2026

Apple failed to secure a discount on memory chips from Chinese supplier CXMT. The ongoing global shortage will keep component prices high until 2030.

Abode Launches New Apple Home Sensors To Secure Garages And Gates
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Abode Launches New Apple Home Sensors To Secure Garages And Gates

Akshay Kumar · August 6, 2026

Abode just released a new Garage Tilt Sensor and an Outdoor Contact Sensor for Apple Home to help you easily monitor side gates, sheds, and garage doors.

Why Putting A Hot iPhone In The Refrigerator Will Ruin Your Device
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Why Putting A Hot iPhone In The Refrigerator Will Ruin Your Device

Akshay Kumar · August 6, 2026

Viral TikTok videos tell you to put a hot iPhone in the fridge, but doing this causes internal water damage. Learn how to safely cool your phone down.

Foldable Smartphone Sales Expected To Jump 20% With iPhone Ultra
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Foldable Smartphone Sales Expected To Jump 20% With iPhone Ultra

Akshay Kumar · August 6, 2026

Foldable smartphone sales are expected to rise 20% in 2026 compared to 2025. Apple entering the market with the iPhone Ultra is driving this major growth.

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