Apple, Meta and Google — are under investigation by the EU. Tech giants «suspected» of violating the new Digital Markets Act
If the suspicions are confirmed, companies face fines of up to 10% of global annual revenue or up to 20% in case of repeated violations.
Education won’t be the same: 10 unexpected ways to use Apple Vision Pro for learning
The Apple Vision Pro went on sale in the US back in February, causing a stream of memes and funny videos on social networks with the way headset owners use their headsets in one way or another — it was mostly about entertainment (watching movies, games, music, photos), but now artificial intelligence expert Ming Chu in a post on X has collected…
Apple lost $113 billion due to «attacks» from EU and US regulators
US Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against the iPhone manufacturer with allegations of violation of antitrust rules, and the EU is preparing an investigation into non-compliance with the Digital Markets Law.
America v. Apple: a large-scale antitrust trial has begun in the United States
The U.S. Department of Justice has accused Apple of having an illegal monopoly on the smartphone market in a new major antitrust lawsuit that aims to significantly change the Apple iPhone.
Meta, Microsoft, X (Twitter) and Match Group oppose Apple’s intention to charge 27% commission on payments outside the App Store
Several well-known tech companies have joined Epic Games in opposing Apple’s decision to charge fees for iOS payments made outside the App Store. Meta, Microsoft, X (Twitter), and Match Group have filed a legal challenge, which provides some support for Epic’s case.
The iPhone 16 will have smaller display bezels, and the Pro versions will have larger screens and body sizes
According to knowledgeable sources, Apple plans to maximize the display size in the upcoming iPhone 16 series smartphones using a new ultra-thin bezel technology.
Mark Gurman: Apple is in talks with Google to integrate Gemini AI model into iPhone
Apple has also recently discussed the prospects of cooperation with ChatGPT developer OpenAI.
New MacBook Air on M3 in Ukraine — 53 499₴ for 13-inch 8/256 GB
Ukrainian retailers have opened pre-orders for the latest processor-based MacBook Air M3 (previously received it MacBook Pro), which revealed the prices in hryvnia and the date of the start of sales in Ukraine. We are talking about the official sales of Apple’s new ultra-compact laptops.
Epic seeks injunction against Apple’s App Store because external payments are still anti-competitive
Epic Games is not done yet sue Apple. The 2021 decision forced Apple to allow App Store app developers to link to external payment systems, and now Epic has filed a petition with a judge asking him to enforce the decision.
Doctors use Apple Vision Pro during surgeries
The medical team at Cromwell Hospital in London used Apple Vision Pro during two spinal surgeries. The doctors call the device a «game-changing» tool, which confirms Apple’s claims that the headset has a future as a medical device.
Google, Apple, and Mozilla release Speedometer 3.0 — a benchmark for browsers
Speedometer has long been Google’s favorite benchmark because it «best reflects the real world» compares JavaScript performance. Now available in Speedometer 3.0.
Apple to allow distribution of iOS apps in the EU on developer sites
A few days after Apple allowed iOS users in the EU to use third-party app stores, the company announced additional changes related to how developers can distribute their apps. Now, those developers who meet certain criteria will be able to allow users to download apps from their websites.
What to expect from the iPad Pro 2024: the main rumors before the March announcement
Apple’s next generation iPad Pro is expected to be announced in the next few weeks without a separate event. What should we expect from the long-awaited new devices?
Apple «formally started development» MacBook Pro M4, — Gurman
During the Q&A session, dedicated to the Apple Car Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman touched on several other topics, including the fact that Apple has «begun formal development of» a new MacBook Pro with an M4 processor. However, he did not provide any additional details about the yet-to-be-announced chip.
Apple will add «hearing aid mode» to AirPods Pro with iOS 18, — Mark Gurman
AirPods already offer several features related to hearing health and accessibility, but in a report by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman (via 9to5mac) says that Apple plans to expand the capabilities of its headphones with a new «hearing aid mode».
Apple is working on a 20-inch MacBook with a folding screen – Ming-Chi Kuo
According to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple is planning to release a 20-inch MacBook laptop with a folding screen. This will happen in about 3 years.
European Commission «on game» — demands explanations from Apple on blocking Epic Games developer’s account
Apple has to explain to EU regulators how its blocking decision complies with the requirements of the Digital Markets Act (DMA).
Following the example of Apple: Google introduces new fees for app developers in the EU
Google has already allowed users to download apps outside the Play Store in accordance with the EU Digital Markets Act, but is now introducing two new commissions for this purpose.
Apple banned Epic Games developer account due to «unreliability» — EGS on iOS is still postponed
The other day, Apple released iOS 17.4 by allowing users to download apps and games from third-party app stores — Epic was also preparing its own alternative, but due to the blocking of the developer’s account, the plans are still on hold.
Mediatek dominated the smartphone processor market in Q4 2023 ─ Canalys
Research company Canalys has published a report on the state of the smartphone market in the fourth quarter of 2023, broken down by processor vendors. The analysis showed that in the last quarter of last year, Mediatek chips were used in more devices than processors from other suppliers. Compared to the same period last year, Mediatek demonstrated…
Spotify will add pricing information and payment options outside the iOS app — if Apple allows it
In this way, the company wants to test whether Apple will violate EU antitrust laws.
Hades will be released on iOS on March 19 as a Netflix mobile exclusive
Hades will be released on iOS as a Netflix mobile exclusive. Netflix subscribers will be able to play Hades on their iPhones and iPads for free starting March 19. You can pre-register to be ready to play the game when it appears in the App Store.
Apple releases iOS 17.4 — with permission for alternative marketplaces and third-party NFC payments in the EU
Transcriptions for podcasts and new emojis — among other updates.
Apple sold 24% fewer iPhones in China due to Huawei’s recovery (up 64%)
Sales of Apple iPhone smartphones in China fell sharply in the first six weeks of 2024, according to a report Counterpoint Research. The analyst firm reported that iPhone sales fell by 24% during the period as Apple faced stiff competition from local smartphone makers such as Huawei, Oppo, Vivo, and Xiaomi.
Apple announces new MagSafe silicone iPhone cases and Apple Watch bands in new colors
Following the updated MacBook Air laptops with M3 processors, Apple has announced new color options for MagSafe silicone iPhone cases and Apple Watch bands. The MagSafe silicone case is now also available in mint, sunshine, blue, and pink colors for $49.
Apple has stopped selling MacBook Air (M1) 2020 — the first Mac on Apple silicon
Along with the announcement of new models MacBook Air with M3 chip Apple has stopped selling the MacBook Air version with the M1 processor. This laptop was released in November 2020 as the first Mac based on Apple silicon.
EU fines Apple $2 billion for «blocking» alternative music apps
This is the third-largest fine from the EU and the first one aimed at Apple.
Apple has announced new 13- and 15-inch MacBook Airs with M3 processors and old design. Price from $1099
Apple announced update of the MacBook Air series. Laptops in the old design are now available with a processor Apple M3. This chip was previously reserved for the more powerful MacBook Pro line and the latest iMac models, but now it’s also available in the new 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air models.
Apple iPhone SE 4 will have a frame like the iPhone 14 and a notched screen, — renders
Apple is working on the fourth generation of the iPhone SE, and with new renders, we have further confirmation that this relatively affordable smartphone will be based on the iPhone 14 model.
Apple will cancel its spring event and limit itself to online announcements of new iPad and MacBook Air – Mark Gurman
Apple is expected to release several updated models of its devices in the near future, including the iPad Pro and iPad Air tablets, as well as the MacBook Air laptop with the M3 processor. However, it turns out that the company does not seem to be planning to hold a big spring event for announcements. This was reported by Apple expert Mark Gurman.
Not just cars: 5 more projects that Apple killed
Recently it became known that Apple has stopped its decade-long efforts to create its own car codenamed Project Titan —, the tech giant was working on an electric car with autonomous driving functions. But this is not the first time Apple has abandoned projects.
Apple’s «Eco-friendly» FineWoven cases are so bad that Amazon has added a «Recently Returned» mark
Apple’s FineWoven cases for the iPhone 15 have already received several waves of criticism from users, but this time their poor quality has been noted by one of the world’s largest retailers. It turns out that they are so bad that Amazon had to add a warning label — «frequently returned» to FineWoven’s pages.
NYT: Apple has «burned» more than $10 billion on Project Titan, an autonomous car project that employees have called the «Titanic disaster»
Recently, it became known that Apple canceled its automotive project with the internal name Project Titan and transferred about 2000 employees from the self-driving car division to generative AI projects.
Apple fans in China have invented renting — lining up to rent Vision Pro headsets
Dozens of ads for renting an Apple headset have appeared on Chinese websites such as Xianyu and Zhuan Zhuan Alibaba Group Holding, according to South China Morning Post.
Apple invests heavily in artificial intelligence and prepares several announcements in this area – Tim Cook
Apple CEO Tim Cook said that his company is investing in artificial intelligence. The company sees «the incredible disruptive potential for generative artificial intelligence, so we are now investing heavily in this area,» Cook said at Apple’s annual shareholders meeting.
The modder added a USB-C port to the Apple AirPods Max headphones. Now he’s selling a kit that anyone can use to do this
Apple is gradually abandoning the Lightning connector and switching to USB-C after The European Union forced it to do so. Many accessories, iPads, and even iPhones now use USB-C, the AirPods Max headphones are still stuck with Lightning. However, engineer Ken Pillonell (who implemented USB-C in the iPhone and AirPods before Apple) installed a USB-C…
Apple has ordered a series based on the cyberpunk novel «Neyromancer» by William Gibson
Graham Roland («Dark Winds») will be the showrunner of the series, in company with J.D. Dillard («The Twilight Zone»).
Apple Vision Pro won’t damage your vision, but it’s better to buy eye drops
The Verge writesWe’ve found that many users complain of eye fatigue and dryness after using Vision Pro.
Intel’s new plan — to be inside 100 million AI PCs by next year
First Microsoft has confidently called 2024 the year of AI PCs, and now it’s time for a «astrology» session from Intel, which is targeting 100 million AI computers in two years.
Apple refuses to create an electric car — Mark Gurman
Apple is ending a decade-long effort to build an electric car, according to insiders. Mark Gurman of Bloomberg says that on Tuesday, the company surprised the 2,000 employees who worked on the project with this decision.
Consumers have called Apple’s FineWoven cases «trash», they’re flaky and delaminate
Apple announced new FineWoven covers during the announcement of the line iPhone 15However, since then they have received a lot of complaints. Almost immediately, the covers, which are 68% made from recycled materials, began to be sold at a discount. Now a new wave of user criticism.
AirPods with cameras and glasses with AI — Apple’s potential plans for a collection of wearable devices
According to a report by Mark Gurman of Bloomberg, Apple’s future plans for wearables may include smart glasses with artificial intelligence and AirPods with cameras
Huang is on a roll. The NVIDIA CEO gained $9.6 billion in one day and is about to enter the top 20 richest people
Together with capitalization of NVIDIA the unstoppable growth of the capital of the permanent captain of the «green» chipmaker and the most influential people — 61-year-old Jensen Huang with 3.5% of NVIDIA shares and a fortune of almost $70 billion is preparing to enter the top 20 richest according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.
Apple Vision Pro in Ukraine: price plummets below $4,400 for 256GB
It is still unknown when Apple Vision Pro will appear in official retailers, so the ball is in the court of «gray» sellers who bring the «technology of the future» closer (© Tim Cook) as best they can.
Amazing! Apple has doubled the promised battery life of the iPhone 15 without any software or hardware changes
Apple has updated information about the battery life of the iPhone 15. The company said that its latest iPhone models can retain 80% of the initial charging capacity after 1000 cycles, which is twice the company’s previous estimate. This was achieved without any hardware or software updates. It’s no coincidence that this change came…
The iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max are likely to have two new colors — Desert Yellow/Desert Titanium and Cement Gray/Titanium Gray.
According to the latest leak, the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max will be available in two new colors called Desert Yellow/Desert Titanium and Cement Gray/Titanium Gray.
Apple doesn’t recommend rice, a hair dryer, or cotton wool if you get your iPhone wet — support instructions
Since the advent of cell phones, people have been soaking or drowning them in water. Modern iPhones are resistant to splashes and even submersion, but there are still times when they get too wet and the horror of all their owners — a liquid detection notification appears on the screen.
EU may fine Apple $539 million after antitrust investigation into Spotify complaint
Apple may face a fine of about USD 539 million from the EU and a ban on anti-competitive practices in the App Store for music streaming services.
Will Apple build a spinner into the iPhone 16 Pro? New very strange rendering of a possible camera unit design
Earlier, there were rumors and renders about the vertical design of the Apple iPhone 16 cameras. However, a new rendering created by a whistleblower based on the data obtained will make many people smile and remember the old spinner. The cameras on the back of the iPhone 16 will generally return to a design similar to the iPhone 12, but there is a…
Apple Vision Pro gets a special TikTok app
When it was released, Apple Vision Pro attracted attention for the lack of dedicated apps for the most famous video services, including Netflix and YouTube. However, when the headset was officially two weeks old, Apple got a third major player—Vision Pro received the native TikTok app.
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