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Apple releases its first iOS 16.6, iPadOS 16.6 beta to developers

After the public release of iOS 16.5 and iPadOS 16.5 on May 18, Apple has introduced the first iOS 16.6 and iPadOS 16.6 beta for developers

Apple may unveil MR headset, new 15-inch MacBook Air, more at WWDC

As rumours and leaks have sparked for years, Apple may finally unveil its mixed reality headset, a larger 15-inch option for the MacBook Air and more technology at Worldwide Developers Conference 2023

Apple unveils tools for cognitive, vision accessibility in its products

Assistive Access feature uses innovations in design to distill apps and experiences to their essential features in order to lighten cognitive load

Apple may announce its long-awaited AR headset at WWDC in June: Report

The report said that Apple will switch almost its entire product line to OLED by 2026, with only a 10.9-inch iPad using LCD at the time

Italy's antitrust watchdog probes Apple over competition in app market

Italy's antitrust authority is probing allegations that Apple is abusing its dominant position in the app market, thwarting competition, officials said on Thursday. The authority alleges that Apple's privacy policy for third-party developers is more restrictive than the one applied to its own apps, using language that discourages tracking. In addition, the antitrust authority alleges that outside developers also face restrictions in the quality of data provided by Apple regarding the effectiveness of advertising, impacting revenues in favour of Apple's own apps. The authority said the data is essential in outlining the appeal of the app to potential advertisers. The presumed discriminatory conduct by Apple can cause a drop in advertising proceeds by third-party developers, in favour of its own commercial division, as well as impeding competition on the Apple app market, it said. The technology company, based in Cupertino, California, did not immediately respond to a request for ..

India tablet market declines by 30% in Q1 2023: CyberMedia Research

Samsung (29 per cent), Apple (23 per cent), and Lenovo (17 per cent) captured the top three spots in the tablet leaderboard in Q1 2023

Key Apple supplier Foxconn reports loss of 56% in Q1, outlook flat

In the first quarter of 2023, revenue totaled 1.4624 trillion Taiwanese dollars, up 4 per cent year-on-year

US smartphone shipments decline 17%, Apple's market share up to 53%

Some niche categories may continue to perform well despite overall weakness

Apple partner Foxconn buys land in Bengaluru to expand production in India

Karnataka has reportedly encouraged Foxconn to invest in the state

Apple introduces Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro tools for creators on iPad

Final Cut Pro is compatible with M1 chip iPad models or later, and Logic Pro will be available on A12 Bionic chip iPad models or later

General Motors hires former Apple executive to run new software unit

General Motors has hired a former high-ranking executive at Apple to run a new software organisation at the automaker. Mike Abbott is joining GM as executive vice president of software on May 22, the Detroit manufacturer said on Tuesday. He'll report directly to CEO Mary Barra. Abbott formerly was vice president of engineering for Apple's cloud services division, leading a team that developed infrastructure for all of the company's cloud-based services including iCloud, iMessage, mail and account security, GM said. He also was a partner at investment firm Kleiner Perkins Caufield and Byers, focusing on the mobile device and cloud computing areas. GM and other automakers are looking to software as a major revenue source in the future as fleet and other buyers seek vehicle diagnostic systems, partially automated driving software and other services.

Apple may release iOS 16.5 software update next week with small changes

The first is a Sports tab, added to the Apple News app, which allows users to access news, scores, and schedules for their favourite teams and leagues

WhatsApp working on new 'channels lists' feature on Apple iOS: Report

Moreover, the company will give users complete control over which channels they follow, and when they do so, the action will be kept private

Tim Cook sees India at 'tipping point' for Apple as China pivot quickens

"The dynamism in the market. The vibrancy is unbelievable," said Cook on Indian market for Apple

Apple, Google launch initiative to curb unwanted location-tracking

The first-of-its-kind specification will allow Bluetooth location-tracking devices to be compatible with unauthorised tracking detection and alerts across iOS and Android platforms

Well-educated Apple store employees earn 4 times as much their counterparts

Apple pays around Rs 100,000 per month to these highly qualified retail representatives

India leads global refurbished smartphone market, Apple captures 49% share

5G is growing in the secondary markets and it now makes up 13 per cent of global refurbished sales, according to Counterpoint Research

Apple may produce 32, 42-inch OLED displays or iMacs by 2027: Report

The report said that Apple will switch almost its entire product line to OLED by 2026, with only a 10.9-inch iPad using LCD at the time

Weekend Bites: Cook serves his own India recipe, and the wailing over ticks

In which we munch over the week's platter of news and views

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