Apple News

APPLE NEWS

Apr 21, 2022

Apple Actively Diversifying Supply Chain Risks After China Lockdowns: Kuo

Chandraveer Mathur

With the resurgence of COVID-19 cases in China, the country has been forced to impose frequent lockdowns, straining Apple’s production supply chain. Reputed Tianfeng International Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo’s latest report

APPLE NEWS

Apr 21, 2022

Apple May Be Forced To Switch to USB-C As EU Votes in Favor of New Charging Mandate

Anu Joy

The Internal Market and Consumer Protection Committee (IMCPC) has voted 43:2 in favor of making USB Type-C the new standard for portable devices. The new mandate, once implemented, will push for a standardized

APPLE NEWS

Apr 21, 2022

Apple Faces Class Action Lawsuit in Russia for Apple Pay Service Stoppage

Chandraveer Mathur

Apple Pay operations in Russia were suspended last month as a part of the sanctions against the country since it invaded Ukraine. Now, a class-action lawsuit alleges that the country’s consumers have been

APPLE NEWS

Apr 21, 2022

Apple Continues Developing M2 Chip with Samsung’s Assistance

Chandraveer Mathur

A report from Korean outlet ET News claims that Apple’s efforts to develop the M2 chip for its Macs are ongoing with assistance from Samsung Electro-Mechanics. The report says Samsung will supply the

APPLE NEWS

Apr 21, 2022

Apple to Roll Out Communication Safety Feature in the UK, Canada, New Zealand, and Australia

Anu Joy

Apple will be rolling out Communication Safety in Messages to users in the UK, Canada, New Zealand, and Australia. This feature was introduced in the iOS 15.2 update in the US back in December

APPLE NEWS

Apr 20, 2022

Stolen AirPods Helped Ukrainian Tracks Russian Troop Movements during Invasion

Chandraveer Mathur

Apple’s Find My features for AirPods could be evolving into an alarming issue for electronics resellers and recyclers but for some living in war-torn countries, it could be a handy asset. A Ukrainian

APPLE NEWS

Apr 20, 2022

Brazilian Court Directs Apple to Pay Customer over $1,000 for Selling iPhone without In-Box Charger

Chandraveer Mathur

A judge in a Brazilian court has ruled that Apple must compensate an iPhone buyer for selling him the device without a charger included in the box. The company has been directed to pay the

APPLE NEWS

Apr 20, 2022

Leaked Render Suggests Pixel Watch Could Sport Circular Display, Digital Crown

Chandraveer Mathur

Rumors about Google’s Pixel-branded smartwatch have been circulating for years now. Now, it appears that the product is closer than ever before to launch. A new leaked render of the wearable corroborates previous

APPLE NEWS

Apr 19, 2022

Apple Shares 2022 Mother’s Day Gift Guide

Chandraveer Mathur

Mother's Day will be celebrated around the world a few weeks from now, on May 8. Ahead of the celebrations, Apple has released its gift guide for the occasion on its website. This year,

IPHONE 14

Apr 19, 2022

iPhone 14’s Front-Facing Camera Could Get a Major Upgrade This Year

Chandraveer Mathur

The iPhone 14 series is several months away from launch, but rumors about its design are coming in thick and fast. Previous rumors suggested the rear cameras could sport 48MP sensors, but now a reputed

APPLE NEWS

Apr 19, 2022

Apple Now Uses Recycled Gold in iPhone 13 Production

Chandraveer Mathur

Apple earlier announced plans to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030. In its 2022 Environmental Progress Report, the company has now shared details about how the increased use of recycled materials across its product range draws

APPLE NEWS

Apr 19, 2022

Foxconn Set To Ramp Up iPhone Production in India Amid Increasing Demand

Anu Joy

Apple supplier Foxconn’s manufacturing plant in Chennai, India, was forced to shut down in December 2021 after news of terrible working conditions broke. It was later reported that iPhone 13 production would commence in

APPLE NEWS

Apr 18, 2022

Senior Apple Executive Details How the Company Carried out Its Apple Silicon Transition During COVID-19

Chandraveer Mathur

Apple recently unveiled the M1 Ultra chip, marking two years since it began a transition from Intel products to its proprietary silicon. A recent report explains how it was possible under Johny Srouji's leadership.

APPLE NEWS

Apr 15, 2022

Engineers Say Apple’s Pursuit of Privacy Takes a Toll on Its Development Efforts

Chandraveer Mathur

Apple’s relentless focus on privacy works in favor of users but takes its toll on other fronts. In a new report, Apple engineers explained how the privacy-centric processes hamstring product development. In a

APPLE NEWS

Apr 15, 2022

Apple Testing Nine New Macs with M2 Chip for Launch Later This Year

Chandraveer Mathur

According to a new leak, Apple has commenced testing its upcoming range of Macs powered by the next-generation M2 chip. The company is testing nine different machines powered by the successor of the M1

FACEBOOK

Apr 14, 2022

Apple Criticizes Meta for Hypocritical 50 Percent Tax on Metaverse Content

Chandraveer Mathur

Yesterday, Facebook’s parent company Meta announced plans to take a 50 percent cut from digital asset creators in the Metaverse. This is the same company that often decries the 30 percent commission that Apple

GOOGLE

Apr 13, 2022

Google Finally Releases an App to Make the Switch From iPhone to Android Easier

Chandraveer Mathur

Apple has a “Move to iOS” app designed to make it easier to ditch Android and embrace the Apple ecosystem. Now, Google has released a new app on the iPhone maker’s App Store called “

APPLE NEWS

Apr 13, 2022

Porsche Design’s New Mini-LED Monitor Is a Cheaper Alternative to Apple’s Pro Display XDR

Chandraveer Mathur

Apple doesn’t sell a standalone mini-LED backlit monitor. So, if you want one, you’ll either have to wait or consider pre-ordering a product from another company. Porsche Design is an unlikely

APPLE NEWS

Apr 12, 2022

iMovie Update Now Helps You Create Catchy Videos for Social Media Sharing

Chandraveer Mathur

Today Apple released the updated version of the iMovie app for iPhone and iPad. The update brings two new features called “Storyboards” and “Magic Movie.” iMovie 3.0 is a significant update in terms of

APPLE NEWS

Apr 12, 2022

Apple’s Upcoming Dual USB-C Power Adapter Leaks in Photos [Update: Fake]

Anu Joy

Last week, it was reported that Apple is working on a new 35W Dual USB-C Power Adapter, which will allow users to charge two devices at the same time. This would be the first

IOS 16

Apr 11, 2022

iOS 16 Beta Has Several References of Apple’s Mixed Reality Headset; Hints It May Be Coming Soon

Chandraveer Mathur

On the past weekend, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman claimed that Apple could include the first official mentions of its mixed reality headset in iOS 16, which is set to debut in June at WWDC 2022.

APPLE NEWS

Apr 11, 2022

Apple Alerted Senior EU Officials Who Were Victims of Pegasus Spyware Attack

Chandraveer Mathur

A report claims that Pegasus spyware was used to hack iPhones belonging to senior officials in the European Union, including the European Justice Commissioner. Israeli firm NSO Group which developed the spyware denies that its

SPOTIFY

Apr 11, 2022

European Commission Strengthening Case against Apple in Spotify-Led Antitrust Case

Chandraveer Mathur

In the ongoing investigation of a complaint filed by Spotify with the European Commission, Reuters reports that Apple will face more antitrust charges for “deliberately” disadvantaging other app developers using its App Store policies. To

APPLE NEWS

Apr 8, 2022

Google and iFixit Join Hands to Make DIY Repair Kits for Pixel Smartphones

Chandraveer Mathur

Today, Google announced a partnership with electronics repair firm iFixit to make repair kits for the Pixel smartphones in specific markets. The kits will enable Pixel owners to perform repairs on their smartphones by themselves.

APPLE NEWS

Apr 8, 2022

Apple Support Document Suggests It Is Working on a 35W Dual USB-C Charger

Chandraveer Mathur

Apple could have a new accessory in the pipeline for launch in the coming months. A support document briefly uploaded to the company’s website today suggests it could be developing a 35W power adapter

APPLE NEWS

Apr 7, 2022

New Apple-Supported Study Shines Spotlight on Success of Third-Party Apps on App Store

Chandraveer Mathur

In recent months, Apple has drawn flak for its stringent App Store policies and disallowing sideloading of apps on iPhone and iPad. Now, the company has published the results of a study it commissioned to

APPLE NEWS

Apr 7, 2022

iOS 15.5 Beta Allows External Purchase Links for Reader Apps

Anu Joy

iOS 15.5 beta will now allow app developers to redirect users to third-party payment platforms instead of the App Store’s in-app purchase system. It appears as if Apple might be softening

APPLE NEWS

Apr 6, 2022

This Developer Created the Standalone Touch ID Sensor of Everyone’s Dreams

Chandraveer Mathur

Touch ID was integrated into the MacBookPro back in 2016. For the Mac desktop users, Apple subsequently launched a standalone version of the Magic Keyboard with Touch ID. What if we told you it is

APPLE NEWS

Apr 5, 2022

Upcoming App Store Change Could Allow Developers to Increase Subscription Pricing Without Prior Consent

Chandraveer Mathur

Apple’s App Store policies have been the subject of lawsuits and controversy in recent times. However, the company could be in for another controversy because the company is pilot testing a feature that allows

IPHONE 14

Apr 5, 2022

Confirmed iPhone 14 Features Based on Leaks

Chandraveer Mathur

Apple is all set to pull the wraps off the iPhone 14 series a few months from now. The 2022 iPhones are expected to be a significant upgrade to the iPhone 13 series, which itself