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Google Photos Brings Custom Sticker Creation to iOS
Google Photos adds custom sticker creation for iOS 17 users, but Android support is missing despite similar Samsung features.
Apple Rejects UK Competition Authority’s “Strategic Market Status” Rules
Apple challenges UK regulator after being labeled with “strategic market status,” warning new competition rules risk security, innovation, and user protection.
WhatsApp Launches ‘Writing Help’ for iOS with AI Suggestions
WhatsApp launches AI-powered “Writing Help” on iOS, offering message suggestions with five tone options while keeping user data private.
IDC Credits iOS for Lifting 2026 Smartphone Market Outlook
IDC raises 2025 smartphone market forecast to 1% growth, crediting iOS momentum, GenAI adoption, and rising foldable device demand.
Apple App Store Faces Formal Antitrust Investigation in Colombia
Colombia opens antitrust investigation into Apple’s App Store, citing restrictions on competition, payment options, and developer access.
Google’s Stricter Android App Rules Bring It Closer to Apple’s Approach
Google will require verified developers for all Android apps on certified devices by 2026, moving closer to Apple’s strict model.
Apple Brings Its Live Music Stations to TuneIn for the First Time
Apple partners with TuneIn to stream its six live music stations outside Apple Music app, aiming to expand reach and subscribers.
Taiwan Seek 14-Year Sentence in iPhone 18 Chip Trade Secrets Case
Taiwan prosecutors indicted ex-TSMC staff over 2nm chip trade secrets, seeking 14-year sentence in iPhone 18 technology theft case.
Apple Shuts Down iTorrent Access Through EU Alternative Store
Apple revoked iTorrent’s distribution rights on AltStore PAL in the EU, blocking the torrent app without explanation despite DMA rules.
Spotify Revives Apple’s Failed Ping Idea with New In-App Messages
Spotify introduces in-app Messages, reviving Apple’s failed Ping idea, letting users share and discuss music, podcasts, and audiobooks.
Apple Expands Retail Presence in India With New Stores in Pune and Bengaluru
Apple will open Apple Hebbal in Bengaluru on September 2 and Apple Koregaon Park in Pune on September 4, expanding India presence.
Perplexity and Mistral Remain in Apple’s Acquisition Talks
Apple debates AI acquisitions as reports link Perplexity and Mistral to ongoing talks, with Eddy Cue pushing deals and Federighi backing in-house development.
German Court Blocks Apple’s Carbon Neutral Claims for Apple Watch
German court ruled Apple misled consumers with Apple Watch carbon neutral claims, forcing the company to remove or change marketing in Germany.
Apple Confirms September 9 iPhone Event ‘Awe Dropping’
Apple will unveil the iPhone 17 lineup, Apple Watch updates, and more at its September 9 event with the tagline “Awe dropping.”
Apple Releases Beta 8 of watchOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26 for Developers
Apple releases Beta 8 of watchOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26, bringing new features, design updates, and developer testing access.
Apple Releases macOS Tahoe 26 Beta 8 for Developers
Apple releases macOS Tahoe 26 beta 8 for developers with build 25A5349a, featuring Liquid Glass design, new apps, and Spotlight upgrades.
Apple Releases iOS 26 Beta 8 for Developers
Apple releases iOS 26 Beta 8 for developers with Liquid Glass design, new features, CarPlay revamp, and Apple Intelligence updates.
Apple Releases iPadOS 26 Beta 8 for Developers
Apple releases iPadOS 26 beta 8 for developers, likely the final beta before RC in September, focusing on stability, fixes, and refinements.
Elon Musk Sues Apple and OpenAI Over Alleged App Store Bias
Elon Musk’s xAI sues Apple and OpenAI in Texas, alleging antitrust collusion over Siri’s ChatGPT integration and App Store favoritism.
OPPO Responds to Lawsuit Over Alleged Apple Watch Trade Secret Theft
Apple sued ex-employee Chen Shi, OPPO, and InnoPeak over alleged Apple Watch trade secret theft. OPPO denies wrongdoing, pledges cooperation.
Apple in Talks with Google Over Gemini Powered Siri
Apple is exploring Google’s Gemini to power Siri, testing it against Anthropic and OpenAI as it weighs internal models against outside AI.
Apple Sues Ex-Employee for Stealing Apple Watch Secrets for Oppo
Apple sued ex-employee Chen Shi, accusing him of stealing Apple Watch Series 10 trade secrets and sharing them with Oppo before departure.
Apple Gains Support in Privilege Fight Against Epic Games Ruling
Apple gains support in Epic Games case as business groups challenge ruling on attorney-client privilege, warning it harms compliance and smaller firms.