Apple is reportedly exploring a major shift in its Safari browser by integrating AI-powered search tools, a move that could pose a serious challenge to Google’s long-standing dominance in the search market, according to Bloomberg. The development comes as Apple executive Eddy Cue revealed during a U.S. Department of Justice antitrust trial involving Google’s parent…
Apple could incur an additional $900 million in costs this quarter due to tariffs, CEO Tim Cook revealed on Thursday, marking one of the company’s most significant financial impacts yet from escalating trade tensions under former U.S. President Donald Trump’s economic policies. Speaking during the company’s quarterly earnings call, Cook said the estimated cost increase…
DEI is winning with Costco, Apple and Levi’s shareholdersDespite mounting political pressure and public backlash against diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in corporate America, shareholders at some of the country’s biggest companies continue to overwhelmingly support them. Recent shareholder meetings at firms including Costco, Apple, Levi’s, Goldman Sachs, and John Deere saw resounding rejections…
A federal judge in California has ruled that Apple violated a court order designed to increase competition within its App Store, escalating the tech giant’s legal battle with “Fortnite” developer Epic Games. The ruling could lead to a criminal contempt investigation. In an 80-page decision issued on Wednesday, U.S. District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers stated…
The European Union has slapped tech giants Apple and Meta with a combined €700 million ($797 million) in fines for violating its new Digital Markets Act (DMA), marking the first major enforcement action under the sweeping digital competition law. Apple was fined €500 million ($570 million), while Meta was penalized €200 million ($228 million), the…
Apple, the world’s most valuable company, has long prided itself on its sleek products designed in California. Yet, despite the iconic label proclaiming their American origins, the reality is that the vast majority of Apple devices – especially iPhones – are built thousands of miles away in China. This international supply chain, once heralded as…
Apple is expected to release a MacBook Pro powered by the M5 chip in fall 2025, but a major design overhaul will likely be postponed until late 2026, according to a new report from Bloomberg. Annual Chip Upgrades, but No Visual Changes Yet Following Apple’s pattern of annual chip upgrades, the 2025 MacBook Pro will…
Apple is poised to introduce its thinnest iPhone yet with the upcoming iPhone 17 Air, expected to launch in September 2025. The new device represents a significant design shift, with reports indicating that Apple had initially considered removing the charging and data port altogether – hinting at a future where iPhones rely entirely on wireless…
Apple’s long-rumored Home Hub is reportedly in the final stages of development, with select employees testing the device in real-world conditions ahead of its anticipated release in the second half of 2025. According to a new report from Bloomberg, Apple is ramping up efforts to expand its smart home ecosystem, with the Home Hub expected…
Apple has expanded its smartphone lineup with the introduction of the iPhone 16e, a more affordable version of the iPhone 16. Announced on Wednesday, the new device marks a strategic move by Apple to strengthen its position in the budget smartphone market while making its AI-driven features more accessible to a wider audience. Priced at…
Apple’s planned artificial intelligence (AI) upgrade for Siri may face delays due to ongoing software issues, according to reports. Bloomberg, citing sources familiar with the matter, reported on Friday that Apple engineers are struggling with software bugs, which could push back the release of some new Siri features originally scheduled for April. The rollout may…
Apple and Google have reinstated TikTok on their U.S. app stores, following an executive action that delayed the enforcement of a potential ban on the platform. Google Play confirmed on Thursday that it had restored TikTok, while reports from Bloomberg and CNBC indicated that Apple would do the same later that evening. By Thursday night,…
Apple has officially chosen Alibaba as its partner to introduce artificial intelligence (AI) services in China, marking a major step in expanding its AI capabilities into the world’s largest mobile phone market. This decision ends months of speculation over how Apple would navigate China’s strict regulations on foreign AI operators. A Strategic Partnership for AI…
Apple has expressed concerns regarding the availability of a pornography app on iPhones in the European Union, highlighting how the bloc’s new digital regulations are eroding consumer confidence in its devices. The app, called Hot Tub, has gained attention as one of the first adult content apps to be distributed through an alternative app store…
Apple has agreed to a $20 million settlement in a class action lawsuit concerning battery swelling issues in early Apple Watch models. Owners of the Series 0, 1, 2, and 3 who reported swelling problems may be eligible for compensation. The lawsuit, Smith et al. v. Apple Inc., was filed in the U.S. District Court…
Apple has temporarily disabled its new artificial intelligence (AI) feature for summarizing news notifications after multiple incidents of inaccurate and misleading headlines sparked criticism from media organizations and press freedom advocates. The feature, part of Apple’s widely promoted Apple Intelligence service, faced scrutiny after generating false headlines that closely resembled standard push notifications. The errors…
Apple has agreed to pay $95 million to settle a class-action lawsuit alleging its Siri voice assistant violated users’ privacy by recording private conversations without their consent. The preliminary settlement, filed in a federal court in Oakland, California, awaits approval from U.S. District Judge Jeffrey White. The lawsuit claims that Siri, Apple’s voice-activated assistant, inadvertently…
Blackmagic Design, a leader in professional video production technology, has unveiled the Blackmagic URSA Cine Immersive Camera, a groundbreaking tool crafted specifically for capturing Apple Immersive Video for the Apple Vision Pro. Pre-orders are now live for the high-end camera, with shipping slated to begin in early 2025. Revolutionizing Immersive Media Announced in June 2024,…
Apple is reportedly preparing to expand its smart home product lineup with the introduction of a Face ID-enabled smart doorbell camera. According to a report from Bloomberg, the tech giant is looking to leverage its facial recognition technology to enter the smart home security market, competing with established players like Google and Amazon. Revolutionizing Smart…
Apple is preparing to phase out the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, and the third-generation iPhone SE in Europe by the end of 2024. The move comes in response to the European Union’s USB-C charging port mandate, which requires all smartphones sold in the region to adopt the standardized port. The legislation passed in 2022,…
Apple is under mounting pressure to remove its newly launched AI-powered news summarization feature after it falsely attributed a headline to the BBC, prompting concerns from press freedom advocates. The controversy erupted last week when Apple Intelligence, the generative AI tool integrated into Apple devices, pushed a notification falsely summarizing a BBC report. The summary…
Apple and Google must be ready to remove TikTok from their U.S. app stores by January 19, two bipartisan lawmakers have warned. In a letter sent Friday to the CEOs of Apple and Google-parent Alphabet, Republican Representative John Moolenaar and Democratic Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi—leaders of the U.S. House Select Committee on China—emphasised the companies’ responsibility…
Tech giants Google and Samsung have announced plans to release a mixed-reality headset, marking a significant push to rival Apple’s Vision Pro and Meta’s Quest 3 in the expanding wearable technology market. The forthcoming headset, expected to launch in 2025, will be developed by Samsung and powered by a newly designed Android operating system for…
Apple is under fire in the UK as consumer advocacy group Which? initiates a £3 billion legal claim, alleging that the tech giant has effectively locked 40 million British users into its iCloud service while charging them excessive prices. If successful, the lawsuit could award affected consumers approximately £70 each. Which? argues that since 2015,…
Apple’s latest iPhone 16, enhanced with Apple Intelligence AI features, may be the key to revitalizing its smartphone sales, which have faced a downward trend in recent years. CEO Tim Cook introduced Apple Intelligence as a game-changing technology that could “supercharge” the iPhone lineup, and the initial sales figures released this Thursday offer a first…
Apple has launched its new suite of artificial intelligence tools, known as Apple Intelligence, for iPhones. The AI features, announced earlier in June, began rolling out to users on Monday but are exclusive to the latest devices, including all iPhone 16 models and the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max. This limited release highlights Apple’s…
A federal jury in Delaware awarded Apple $250 in damages after finding that Masimo, a health-monitoring tech firm, infringed on two of Apple’s design patents with its W1 and Freedom smartwatches. Apple argued that Masimo’s smartwatch models, along with their chargers, intentionally copied its patented designs, and the jury sided with Apple on this claim….
Apple and Goldman Sachs have been ordered to pay a combined $89 million in penalties by the U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) due to mishandling issues related to the Apple Card. The companies were found to have mishandled customer disputes and credit reports, leading to financial harm for many users. As a result, Goldman…
Apple’s hopes for the iPhone 16 becoming a blockbuster hit have been dampened by slower-than-expected pre-sale figures. Despite the company introducing new artificial intelligence (AI) features, early sales estimates suggest the launch may not have generated the excitement Apple anticipated. Pre-sale data shows that Apple sold approximately 37 million iPhone 16 units during its first…
Apple has officially announced the date for its next major event, where the highly anticipated iPhone 16 is expected to make its debut. The event, tagged with the theme “It’s Glowtime,” will take place on Monday, September 9, at 10 a.m. PT at the Steve Jobs Theater in Apple Park and will be streamed online….
Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway has made notable moves in its investment portfolio for the second quarter, acquiring significant stakes in Ulta Beauty and aircraft parts manufacturer Heico, while significantly reducing its position in Apple. According to a regulatory filing released on Wednesday, Berkshire Hathaway purchased approximately 690,000 shares of Ulta Beauty, valued at $266.3 million,…
Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway has dramatically reduced its stake in Apple, cutting it nearly in half according to the company’s second-quarter earnings report released on Saturday. The conglomerate’s holdings in Apple fell from 790 million shares to 400 million, now valued at $84.2 billion. This significant sell-off marks a departure from Buffett’s usual strategy of…
Apple has reached a tentative labour agreement with the union representing retail workers at its Towson, Maryland store, marking the first US labour deal for any of the tech giant’s American employees. The workers at the Towson Apple store voted to join the International Association of Machinists union in June 2022 and have since been…
In a dynamic shift within the tech industry, Nvidia recently became the world’s most valuable company, surpassing Microsoft, which had itself leapfrogged Apple. This milestone was noted with applause at a tech event in Copenhagen. Although Nvidia has since dropped to second place due to a decline in its share price, standing at a valuation…
European Union regulators have taken a significant step in their ongoing battle with Big Tech, accusing Apple of violating tough new digital competition regulations. The European Commission’s preliminary findings, announced on Monday, suggest that Apple may have breached the Digital Markets Act (DMA) by restricting app developers from directing consumers to cheaper services. If found…
Apple’s ambitious plans to integrate AI features into its iPhones are hitting a significant roadblock in China, where ChatGPT is banned. As the tech giant prepares to launch its new AI-enhanced iPhones, it must navigate strict Chinese regulations and find a local partner to fill the gap left by the ban on OpenAI’s technology. Earlier…
Two female Apple employees have filed a lawsuit against the tech giant, alleging that the company pays women less than men for equivalent work. The lawsuit, filed on Thursday, seeks class-action status to represent over 12,000 current and former female employees in Apple’s engineering, marketing, and AppleCare divisions. This lawsuit places Apple among other major…
Apple has reclaimed its title as the most valuable public company in the United States, surpassing Microsoft on Thursday. The tech giant’s stock surged following announcements at its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), including new generative AI features for iPhones. Apple’s market capitalization closed at approximately $3.29 trillion, edging out Microsoft’s $3.28 trillion. Apple shares…
Apple is encountering intensifying legal battles as four additional U.S. states have aligned with the federal government’s antitrust lawsuit, alleging monopolistic practices within the smartphone market. Indiana, Massachusetts, Nevada, and Washington have formally joined the Justice Department’s civil case against Apple, according to a statement released by the agency. The initial complaint, filed in March,…
Elon Musk is voicing strong opposition to Apple’s newly announced partnership with OpenAI, creators of ChatGPT. The Tesla and SpaceX CEO declared on Monday that he would ban Apple devices from his companies if Apple proceeds with integrating OpenAI’s technology into its operating systems. In a post on X, Musk stated that integrating OpenAI at…
At its annual Worldwide Developers Conference on Monday, Apple introduced its first generative AI features for the iPhone, marking a significant shift towards AI integration in its products. The company launched several new tools under the “Apple Intelligence” banner, including personalized Genmoji—AI-generated emojis—and a more advanced Siri capable of answering complex queries and managing personal…
Apple is gearing up for one of its most significant events in recent years at the upcoming Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). The company is expected to announce a partnership with OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, and introduce new generative AI tools for its mobile operating system. The anticipated AI integration could drive iPhone sales and…
Apple’s iPhone sales in China are experiencing a resurgence after the company implemented aggressive price cuts in its largest overseas market to attract budget-conscious consumers amid a sluggish economy. According to data from the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology (CAICT), foreign-branded cell phone shipments in China, predominantly iPhones, surged by 52% in April,…
Apple is poised to revolutionize its iPhone lineup with generative AI, potentially transforming Siri into an advanced assistant capable of performing intricate tasks and learning user preferences. At the upcoming Worldwide Developers Conference in June, Apple is expected to unveil its first set of AI tools for iOS, developed in partnership with ChatGPT creator OpenAI….
Apple is offering its deepest iPhone discounts ever in China as the annual “618” shopping festival kicks off, aiming to revive sales amidst sluggish consumer demand and fierce competition from local smartphone brands. Starting Monday, Apple announced significant price cuts on some iPhone models on Tmall, a major e-commerce platform owned by Alibaba. Discounts of…
Western companies, including McDonald’s, Apple, and Tesla, are encountering significant challenges in the Chinese market as an economic downturn and increased competition from local rivals reshape consumer behaviour and market dynamics. The once lucrative bet on the unstoppable growth of the Chinese consumer market is now facing uncertainties, with price wars erupting across various sectors,…
Apple Store employees in Towson, Maryland, marked a historic moment by becoming the first of the tech giant’s retail workers to unionize and subsequently vote in favor of authorizing a strike, signalling escalating tensions over unresolved workplace issues. The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Coalition of Organized Retail Employees (IAM CORE), representing the…
Apple has issued an apology, acknowledging that it “missed the mark” with its recent iPad Pro advertisement, following widespread criticism from internet users. The ad, shared on social media by Apple CEO Tim Cook on Tuesday, faced backlash for its portrayal of technology’s impact on human creativity and art. In a statement to AdAge, Tor…
Apple’s latest advertisement for its iPad Pro has stirred controversy and sparked backlash among viewers who feel it misses the mark. Shared by Apple CEO Tim Cook on social media, the ad attempts to showcase the iPad Pro’s power and versatility but has elicited strong negative reactions from audiences. The minute-long ad begins with a…
In a display of dominance, Apple and Samsung have emerged as the top-selling smartphone manufacturers in the first quarter of 2024, completely monopolizing Counterpoint’s latest global top 10 list. Notably, iPhones secured four of the top five positions, yielding only the fifth spot to Samsung’s Galaxy S24 Ultra. Leading the pack is the iPhone 15…
