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Samsung Leads in US Smartphone Sales, But Apple Wins in Flagships
Samsung leads US phone sales, but Apple wins in flagship sales. Apple sells more expensive iPhones than Samsung sells high-end Galaxy.
macOS 15 Gets a Headphone Functionality That Has Been on iPhones Since 2020
macOS Sequoia brings Headphone Accommodations from iPhones, letting you customize audio for AirPods & Beats headphones.
Apple AirPods and Beats Receive New Firmware Updates
Apple updates AirPods & Beats with a new firmware. Likely bug fixes & improvements, with a bigger update expected later in 2024.
OpenAI Makes ChatGPT App for macOS Available for Download
OpenAI releases free ChatGPT desktop app for macOS, enables voice input & various media interaction. Windows app coming later this year.
Don't Blame Apple for Dysfunctional RCS in iOS 18
iPhone iOS 18 beta has RCS toggle, but it’s carriers, not Apple, causing the current limited functionality. RCS features likely in September
Apple Reportedly Rejected Meta's AI Chatbot Integration Amid Privacy Concerns
Apple rejected Meta AI chatbot for iPhones due to privacy concerns & favor partnerships with rivals like OpenAI & Google’s Gemini.
Apple Unveils iPhone Mirroring and More in New Developer Betas
Apple’s new dev betas bring iPhone mirroring to Mac, new SharePlay features, & possible App Store changes on iPad
Apple Faces $38B Fine, Becomes First Company Charged With Violating EU’s DMA Rules
EU charges Apple’s App Store rules violate Digital Markets Act, potentially leading to a $38 billion fine.
Apple CarPlay to Soon Appear on Motorcycles
Yatri P1 Gen 2 motorbike breaks ground with world’s 1st wireless Apple CarPlay for 2-wheelers. Voice controlled calls, music & navigation.
Apple Vision 'Lite' Will Likely Use Your iPhone's Computational Powers
Apple’s mixed reality plans include a budget-friendly tethered headset & a high-end standalone successor to the Vision Pro.
Apple Already Planning To Move on From OpenAI, Eyes on Meta
Apple in talks with multiple AI companies including Meta to expand AI offerings beyond OpenAI’s ChatGPT, building a broader AI ecosystem.
Is Apple Playing the Victim Card; Withholds AI From EU Over Regulatory Concerns
Apple blocks new AI, mirroring & screen sharing features in EU over data security concerns in Digital Markets Act clash.
Soon You'll Talk to Videos: Apple Patents New Voice-Controlled Video Overlay
Apple patents voice-controlled video overlays for enhanced interactive viewing.
Apple Offering Popular Games for up to 75% Discount on Mac App Store
Several popular Mac App Store games are on a steal this week, with discounts slashing prices by up to 75 percent.
1Password Upped Their Game as Soon as Apple Tried To Make It Obsolete
1Password adds recovery codes & streamlines setup for easier access & management of passwords. Not getting obsolete after all.
Apple Seeds Public Beta for iOS 17.6 With a New Feature for Apple TV Sports Enthusiasts
Apple releases public beta for iOS 17.6 & iPadOS 17.6. Focus on bug fixes & improvements expected. New “Catch Up” feature spotted in TV app.
Apple Passwords App: Great for Passwords, But Not Your All-in-One Solution
New iOS 18 Passwords app beats 1Password for passwords but lacks secure notes & credit card storage. Not an all-in-one solution.
Apple Education Store Down in U.S. and Canada, Ahead of 'Back to School' Promo
Apple’s online education store has gone down as Apple preps for the annual Back to School promotion in the US and Canada.
Here's How Apple Users Could Use Apple Intelligence Features
According to the report, not every category CIRP puts into consideration will experience a “significant impact” from Apple Intelligence.
Hacker Alleges Major Apple Data Breach Involving Three Internal Tools
Apple, known for its strict security measures and staunch defense of customer privacy, has purportedly faced a data breach.
Download Vision Pro's "Mount Hood" Wallpaper for MacOS, iPhone and iPad
Mount Hood VR scene recreated as high-res wallpaper for Mac, iPhone & iPad. Enjoy the beauty of Trillium Lake on your devices
Apple Patent Hints at Holographic Video Calls for iPhones, iPads and Macs
Apple patent reveals holographic video calls! iPhones, iPads & Macs could soon project 3D callers for a more realistic video chat experience.
EU Accuses Apple of Blocking Users from Cheaper App Store Alternatives
EU accuses Apple of blocking users from finding cheaper app options, potentially violating the bloc’s new Digital Markets Act.
