Apple seeds iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, watchOS 11 and tvOS 18 to public beta testers

Apple has announced the availability of public betas for iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, watchOS 11, and tvOS 18, following their launch at WWDC 2024. Continue reading “Apple seeds iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, watchOS 11 and tvOS 18 to public beta testers”

Apple HomePod mini gets a new midnight color variant

Apple introduced the HomePod Mini in white and space grey colours back in 2020. Later in 2021, the company introduced the smart home speaker in Blue, Yellow and Orange colours. Now it has introduced the HomePod mini in midnight color. Continue reading “Apple HomePod mini gets a new midnight color variant”

EU approves Apple’s ‘tap and go’ NFC technology for payments

The European Commission has announced that it will accept Apple’s commitments to open its iPhone “tap and go” payment system to third parties, concluding a 2022 investigation and averting potential fines for Apple accused of violating competition laws by blocking competitors’ access. Continue reading “EU approves Apple’s ‘tap and go’ NFC technology for payments”

Zoho reports 65% employee adoption of Apple Mac machines

Zoho has announced its commitment to leveraging Mac to enhance productivity, talent development, and software innovation globally. Highlighting their focus on local economies, Zoho empowers its workforce with Mac and iPhone, reporting: Continue reading “Zoho reports 65% employee adoption of Apple Mac machines”

Data Transfer Initiative launches Google Photos to iCloud Transfer Tool

Apple and Google have introduced a new tool allowing users to transfer photos from Google Photos to iCloud, part of the Data Transfer Initiative (DTI). This expands Google Takeout to include iCloud transfers, automating the process without manual downloads or uploads. Continue reading “Data Transfer Initiative launches Google Photos to iCloud Transfer Tool”

Apple Watch Series 10 could feature larger screen, thinner design amidst health feature delays

Apple has significant changes planned for this year’s Apple Watch. The Apple Watch Series 10 line-up will feature larger screens, a thinner design, and faster performance. Continue reading “Apple Watch Series 10 could feature larger screen, thinner design amidst health feature delays”

Apple approves ‘Epic Games’ store app after initial disputes

Apple has approved the Epic Games Store app for iPhones and iPads in the EU, as reported by Reuters. This approval comes after several rejections. Apple clarified that the issue was with the Epic Sweden AB Marketplace and not the already approved Fortnite app. Continue reading “Apple approves ‘Epic Games’ store app after initial disputes”

iOS 18 adds customization options and multilingual support for India

Apple showcased iOS 18 at WWDC 2024, highlighting new features and enhancements tailored for users in India. Continue reading “iOS 18 adds customization options and multilingual support for India”

iPhone 16 Pro Max could get up to 10% more battery capacity

Apple’s upcoming iPhone 16 Pro Max could feature a battery with up to 10% more capacity, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. Kuo suggests that Apple will use a stainless steel casing for the battery, increasing its density by 5 to 10%. Continue reading “iPhone 16 Pro Max could get up to 10% more battery capacity”

Google Pixel 9 series and iPhone 16 Pro series said to use same OLED display from Samsung

Samsung Display is said to supply OLED screen with ‘M14’ organic material for the Google Pixel 9 series and iPhone 16 Pro series, according to Korea’s Etnews.  Continue reading “Google Pixel 9 series and iPhone 16 Pro series said to use same OLED display from Samsung”

Apple begins iOS 19 development alongside major OS updates for 2025: Report

Apple announced iOS 18 at WWDC last month, featuring new home screen capabilities and enhanced Apple Intelligence. Continue reading “Apple begins iOS 19 development alongside major OS updates for 2025: Report”

Apple plans for cheaper Vision model in late 2025 and Vision Pro 2 in 2026: Report

Apple has decided to prioritize a more affordable version of its Vision Pro headset, aiming for a release by the end of 2025. Continue reading “Apple plans for cheaper Vision model in late 2025 and Vision Pro 2 in 2026: Report”

Apple won’t roll out ‘Apple Intelligence’ amidst EU regulatory concerns

Apple announced on Friday that three major features—Apple Intelligence, iPhone Mirroring to macOS Sequoia, and SharePlay Screen Sharing—will not be available in the European Union when iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia launch this fall. Continue reading “Apple won’t roll out ‘Apple Intelligence’ amidst EU regulatory concerns”

Apple Back to School offer: Discounts, Free AirPods / Apple Pencil with select Mac or iPad models

Apple has announced a Back-to-School sale in India, offering exclusive discounts to students and educators. The sale includes free AirPods and Apple Pencil with select products and is now live on Apple’s Education Store. Continue reading “Apple Back to School offer: Discounts, Free AirPods / Apple Pencil with select Mac or iPad models”

Apple explains why Apple Intelligence is limited to iPhone 15 Pro

At WWDC 2024, Apple unveiled Apple Intelligence, a new suite of AI features coming to iPhones, Macs, and iPads later this year. However, it will be limited to the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max, and iPads and Macs with at least an M1 chip. Continue reading “Apple explains why Apple Intelligence is limited to iPhone 15 Pro”