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Apple’s $2,000 iPhone Duo Draws Early Complaints of Cracked Screens
A small group of early iPhone Duo buyers say the foldable’s inner display has cracked, creased or malfunctioned within hours or days of use, marring the launch of a $2,000 device Apple positioned as a form-factor breakthrough.
Developers Dream Up Foldable-Specific Apps for Apple's $2,000 iPhone Duo
Apple's first folding phone has prompted developers to build apps designed around its two-panel screen, from retro cassette players and virtual notebooks to flight trackers and a digital toaster.
UK tribunal lets part of Apple-Amazon consumer claim proceed
Britain's Competition Appeal Tribunal has allowed a portion of a consumer lawsuit against Apple and Amazon to move ahead over claims the two companies curbed competition in Apple product sales on Amazon's UK marketplace.
Apple Explores Screenless Fitness Band in Potential Whoop Rivalry
Apple is reportedly weighing a screenless fitness tracker that would put it up against Whoop, the fitness tech company recently valued above $10 billion. The device is not expected before 2028, if it proceeds at all.
OpenAI Acquires Smartphone Camera Startup Glass Imaging in Deal Valued Above $300 Million
OpenAI has bought Glass Imaging, a Los Altos, California-based company that uses AI to push past the physical limits of smartphone camera hardware. The reported deal value exceeds $300 million.
Phil Schiller Steps Down as App Store Head, Citing Strategic Concerns
Longtime Apple executive Phil Schiller is stepping down as head of the App Store, with reports linking the move to concerns over new CEO John Ternus’ plans to boost recurring revenue from the marketplace. Schiller will remain at Apple as an Apple Fellow.
John Ternus takes over as Apple CEO, promises 'huge launch next week'
Tim Cook has stepped down as Apple CEO, handing the company to hardware chief John Ternus. Ternus's first memo promises a "huge launch next week," putting the next iPhone event at the center of his early tenure.
Apple cuts more than 200 roles across Siri, Vision Pro teams
Apple has confirmed layoffs impacting over 200 employees, including about half from the Vision Pro team and others from Siri and AI integration groups, as it pivots toward new AI initiatives.
Unprecedented Apple Spyware Alert Draws Record Response, Investigators Say
Apple sent a new wave of spyware threat notifications to customers in 110 countries, prompting an unprecedented number of people to seek help, according to investigators.
Apple Sends Spyware Threat Notifications to iPhone Users in 110 Countries
Apple sent a fresh round of lock-screen push notifications to iPhone owners in 110 countries, warning of possible mercenary spyware attacks. The company's alerts now reach users in more than 150 countries overall.
Global Memory Shortage Hits MacBook Air Supply
Apple's popular MacBook Air is facing constrained supply due to a global memory chip shortage driven by AI demand, with delivery delays extending into September.
App Store Hidden Gems Abound as New Releases Surge in the AI Era
Developers are shipping new apps faster than ever despite predictions that AI agents would make them obsolete. New releases are up sharply, with a wave of indie tools and creative experiences hitting the App Store.
Apple Delays Smart Glasses Launch to Address Privacy Concerns
Apple has postponed the release of its first smart glasses, now planned for unveiling at WWDC in June 2027 and availability by year-end, as the company works to address consumer privacy issues akin to those faced by Meta.
Apple Puts Chinese Student Creators at Heart of New Mac Campaign
Apple is shifting its marketing strategy in China by featuring university students and their creative processes in a new back-to-school Mac campaign, moving away from hardware specs to highlight real-world use cases.