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Apple’s lock on iPhone browser engines gets a December deadline
Apple’s lock on iPhone browser engines gets a December deadline Apple’s lock on iPhone browser engines may be lifted by December, according to Japan’s Smartphone Act guidelines. The guidelines specify that Apple cannot enforce alternative rules that make it difficult for app providers to adopt third-party browser engines. Restrictions on Chrome and its Blink engine […]
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The enforcer that could break up Apple and Google is facing upheaval
The enforcer that could break up Apple and Google is facing upheaval The Department of Justice Antitrust Division is facing upheaval after the sudden firing of two high-ranking officials. The fired officials, Roger Alford and Bill Rinner, were top deputies to Antitrust Division chief Gail Slater. The reason for their termination was cited as “insubordination” […]
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Apple’s racing movie is finally here
Apple’s racing movie is finally here The author’s final installment as the creator of Installer No. 88 has arrived, marking the end of their summer series. The author will be stepping down and handing over the reins to Jay Peters, who will take over starting next week. The author is excited for Jay Peters to […]
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The best Apple deals you can shop ahead of Amazon Prime Day
The best Apple deals you can shop ahead of Amazon Prime Day The best Apple deals are already available ahead of Amazon Prime Day, including discounts on earbuds, laptops, tablets, and more. Some notable deals include: The AirPods 4 with ANC are currently on sale for $148.99 ($30 off) at Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy. […]
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Hands on with macOS Tahoe 26: Liquid Glass, new theme options, and Spotlight
Hands on with macOS Tahoe 26: Liquid Glass, new theme options, and Spotlight The new macOS Tahoe 26 developer beta features a “Liquid Glass” design language that brings a glassy transparency to various elements, including the Dock and widgets. The Dock now has a frosted background with more translucency than its previous Sequoia design, while […]
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Craig Federighi confirms Apple’s first attempt at an AI Siri wasn’t good enough
Craig Federighi confirms Apple’s first attempt at an AI Siri wasn’t good enough Apple delayed its upgraded Siri, initially planned for release after WWDC 2024, due to concerns over reliability and quality. The company’s SVP of software, Craig Federighi, stated that the initial version didn’t meet Apple’s standards, citing an “error rate that we felt […]
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Apple unveils software redesign, improvements to its AI software
Apple unveils software redesign, improvements to its AI software Apple has unveiled a software redesign aimed at improving its overall user experience. The company has also made significant improvements to its AI software, which will be rolled out across various Apple products and services. The annual developers conference focused on incremental advances and cosmetic changes […]
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Apple punts on Siri updates as it struggles to keep up in the AI race
Apple punts on Siri updates as it struggles to keep up in the AI race Apple’s WWDC 2025 keynote failed to mention Siri updates, despite referencing Apple Intelligence and pushing new features like live translation. The company acknowledged that some previously promised Siri features were running behind schedule, but didn’t provide a clear timeline for […]
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Apple ordered to keep web links in the App Store
Apple ordered to keep web links in the App Store Apple has lost its appeal to block a federal judge’s order to allow web links and external payment options in the App Store. The appeals court rejected Apple’s request, saying it was “not persuaded” that blocking the order was appropriate. The ruling stems from a […]
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Apple could be adding camera controls and sleep detection to your AirPods
Apple could be adding camera controls and sleep detection to your AirPods Apple may be introducing camera controls on AirPods, allowing users to snap pictures by tapping the stem. AirPods could gain sleep detection, automatically pausing music or audio when detected, although it’s unclear if an Apple Watch would be required for this feature. A […]
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