Apple

Apple's Q1 phone sales in China fall 19.1%, Huawei's up 70%

Apple's China smartphone market share fell to 15.7 percent in the fist three months of the year from 19.7 percent in the first quarter of 2023
23 April 2024, 08:48 AM

Apple removes WhatsApp and Threads from China App Store

Apple announced the removal of Meta Platforms' WhatsApp and Threads from the Chinese App Store on Friday, following directives from the Chinese government citing national security concerns.
20 April 2024, 06:51 AM

Apple loses top phonemaker spot to Samsung

Xiaomi, one of China's top smartphone makers, occupied the third position with a market share of 14.1% during the first quarter.
15 April 2024, 06:49 AM

Apple to launch AI-powered Macs later this year: report

Apple is nearly done with the production of AI-powered M4 computer processors and plans to update every Mac model with them, according to a recent report by Bloomberg News. These updated models are planned to be released later this year or early next year, the report states, citing people close to the matter.
12 April 2024, 17:57 PM

India issues high-risk vulnerability warnings for Apple devices

India’s cybersecurity agency CERT-In today sent out a warning about a 'high' severity flaw that allows remote code execution attacks on a wide range of Apple products. The warning has been issued for several Apple products including iPhones, iPads, MacBooks running on various operating systems, Apple Watch and other devices.
3 April 2024, 15:04 PM

Apple users report new 'password reset' phishing scam

Apple users around the world have recently highlighted a new phishing scam that reportedly exploits a vulnerability in Apple's 'password reset' feature. This scam aims to manipulate unsuspecting users into approving unauthorised password changes, ultimately granting control of their Apple ID accounts, according to a report by Krebs on Security, a US-based cybersecurity blog.
27 March 2024, 10:14 AM

Apple planning to use Baidu's AI in iPhones: report

Apple is reportedly planning to integrate generative AI made by Baidu Inc., the Chinese tech and AI company, into upcoming iPhones and Apple products in China, as per a report by Wall Street Journal. This discussion between the tech giants signals a potentially significant development for the Chinese AI landscape.
24 March 2024, 08:40 AM

US sues Apple for monopoly over smartphones

The federal government alleges that Apple has systematically driven up prices for both consumers and developers, fostering an environment where users become excessively dependent on its iPhones.
22 March 2024, 02:06 AM

Apple to incorporate Google Gemini engine into iPhones: report

Apple is in negotiations to incorporate Google's Gemini artificial intelligence (AI) engine into iPhones, as per a recent report by Bloomberg News.
18 March 2024, 07:39 AM

China's Xiaomi embarks on Apple's road not taken

The $48 billion handset-maker said it will deliver its first electric car just weeks after the iPhone-maker scrapped a decade-long effort
13 March 2024, 09:59 AM

Apple launches MacBook Air laptops with faster M3 chips

Smaller model prices start at $1,099 in the United States, while the base version of the bigger MacBook Air costs $1,299
5 March 2024, 05:18 AM

Apple is finally getting into generative AI

Apple is planning to reveal its plans surrounding generative artificial intelligence (AI) later this year, according to a recent statement made by Tim Cook, CEO of Apple. The statement was made during the tech giant's annual shareholder meeting held on February 28, 2024.
29 February 2024, 09:41 AM

Apple stops electric car project: report

Apple has stopped work on 'Project Titan', the tech giant's electric car project, according to a source familiar with the matter. The decision comes a decade after the reputed tech company begun the project, despite no official announcement being made thus far.
28 February 2024, 04:13 AM

Don't put your iPhone in rice, says Apple

Accidents happen, and if your iPhone or accessory takes an unexpected dive into water, it's essential to know the right steps to take. Contrary to popular belief, putting your iPhone in a bag of rice is not recommended, according to an official guideline set by Apple. Let's take a look at the ways Apple recommends you should dry your iPhone in case it gets wet or exposed to water. 
22 February 2024, 07:49 AM

Why customers are already returning Apple Vision Pro headsets

The Apple Vision Pro, heralded as the 'next big thing' in augmented reality by critics and fans alike, has begun to face a notable number of returns from early adopters, marked by Apple's 14-day return policy. Priced at US$3,499, the AR headset by Apple has recently been at the centre of many complaints from customers, encompassing both hardware and software aspects. Let's take a look at some of the most common complaints.
21 February 2024, 03:34 AM

EU poised to fine Apple about 500 million euros

The fine is expected to be announced early next month, the FT said
19 February 2024, 04:59 AM

Apple, Microsoft win exemptions for iMessage, Bing from EU rules

Apple has won an exemption for its iMessage and Microsoft for its Bing search engine from new EU tech rules
14 February 2024, 05:38 AM

Government hackers targeted iPhones with zero-day vulnerabilities: Google

Government hackers exploited three undisclosed vulnerabilities in iPhone operating systems last year, according to a recent report by Google. As per the report, these vulnerabilities were used to deploy spyware and leveraged ‘zero-day’ vulnerabilities in iPhone unknown to Apple.
11 February 2024, 12:28 PM

Apple to settle trade secrets lawsuit against chip startup Rivos

Apple plans to settle a lawsuit that accused tech startup Rivos of stealing its trade secrets
10 February 2024, 05:43 AM

Apple to develop foldable iPhones: reports

Apple is reportedly in the early stages of developing at least two iPhone prototypes that fold horizontally like a clamshell, as per a recent report by the US-based tech news publication The Information.
8 February 2024, 07:57 AM