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Apple releases iOS 18.3 public beta: How to download, eligible models, more

Compared to the iOS 18.2 update, the upcoming iOS 18.3 seems to be a minor update with a few new features, minor UI changes, and bug fixes

Apple scraps effort to offer iPhone via monthly subscription model

The idea was to make owning an iPhone like subscribing to an app - with consumers paying monthly fees and getting new phones each year - but Apple recently wound down the effort

EU intensifies demand for Apple to open up iPhone features to rivals

The commission instructed Apple on Wednesday to rework the iOS operating system so that it's more compatible with smartwatches, earbuds, headsets and other devices from competitors

Apple Maps gets 'Look Around' on web version: What is it and how it works

While the web version of Apple Maps is still in public beta, it now supports the "Look Around" feature for select cities in the US, Canada, Australia, UK, European Union, and more

Apple's India App Store: Check the most downloaded apps and games of 2024

Apple has named Kino app as iPhone App of the Year, and Adobe Lightroom as Mac App of the Year. Check the full list of the most downloaded apps and games below

WhatsApp may get native dialler on iOS, could be set as default calling app

With iOS 18.2, Apple allows changing default apps for calls and messages. With a built-in dialler, WhatsApp would join supported 3rd-party applications for both calls and messages on eligible iPhones

Apple may go with Pixel 9-like camera enclosure on iPhone 17 series: Report

Reportedly, Apple's next-generation iPhone models may feature a "side-by-side" camera layout aimed at improving spatial video recording capabilities

iOS 18.2: iPhone 16 Pro models get layered recording option in Voice Memos

The layered recordings feature for Voice Memos is available for iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max for users running iOS 18.2 operating system

Apple Intelligence: What's new in platform updates for iPhones, iPads, Macs

Apple has released iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, and macOS Sequoia 15.2, introducing the second batch of Apple Intelligence features such as support for OpenAI's ChatGPT within Siri and Writing Tools

Latest iPhones get the gift of more AI as holiday shopping season heats up

Apple is pumping more artificial intelligence into the latest iPhones during the holiday shopping season with a free software update that includes a feature that enables users to create customised emojis within a matter of seconds. The Wednesday release of the iPhone's upgraded operating system, iOS 18.2, extends Apple's expansion into AI months after rivals such as Samsung and Google began implanting the revolutionary technology on their devices. The update builds upon another one that came out in late October to usher in the AI era for Apple and the iPhone, as well as for the iPad and Mac. The latest round of AI tricks includes Genmojis, Apple's description for emojis that iPhone users will be able to ask the technology to create and then share. Apple says it is placing some limits its AI's emoji artistry to prevent the distribution of violent or hateful imagery. Other features include an Image Playground for a variety of AI-styled illustrations, writing tools and options for ...

Apple releases iOS 18.2 RC ahead of general rollout this month: Details

iOS 18.2 RC update introduces AI-powered features, new utility tools, and integrations, with final release expected soon

Apple to foray into foldable phone segment in 2026 with a flip-style iPhone

Reportedly, Apple's entry into foldable smartphone category could see the foldable smartphone market grow by up to 30 per cent in 2026

Apple iPhone 17 series may feature major design changes, new model: Report

The iPhone 17 Pro models could adopt a rectangular aluminium camera bump and a dual-material back panel, while the new iPhone 17 Air is expected to bring a sleeker but more minimalistic design

ChatGPT update enables Search shortcut on iPhone: What is it, how it works

The web search option is a newly added shortcut for ChatGPT for iPhone that also offers shortcuts for prompting the chat bot, starting a voice conversation, accessing specific AI models, and more

Apple mulls these changes to make ultra-thin iPhone a reality in 2025

Reportedly, Apple is planning a single speaker system and a single rear camera sensor in order keep the anticipated iPhone 17 Air within the desired range of thickness

CERT-In warns iPhones, iPads and Mac users of vulnerabilities: Details here

Apple has addressed the potential security threats in the latest iOS, iPadOS and macOS update. CERT-In recommends users to update their devices to the latest versions

iOS 18.2: Apple to let users set default apps for calls, messages, and more

iOS 18.2 will introduce the option to set third-party default apps across 8 categories, including calls, messages, and passwords, on compatible iPhones

iOS 18.2: Apple releases new developer and public beta version - What's new

The new betas add minor changes and refinements to the user interface. New Apple Intelligence features are expected with the final iOS 18.2 release in December

Apple India profit up 23% to Rs 2,746 cr in FY24, revenue at Rs 67,152 cr

iPhone maker Apple India posted a 23 per cent increase in net profit to Rs 2,745.7 crore in the financial year 2023-24, according to the company's regulatory filing shared by Tofler. Apple India had posted a net profit of Rs 2,229.6 crore in FY23. The company posted a 36 per cent increase in total income to Rs 67,121.6 crore in FY24 from Rs 49,321.8 crore in FY23. "Apple India Private Limited, provides and markets Apple brand products and software, including mobile devices and laptops, reported its revenues for the financial year 2023-24 as Rs 67,122 crore, a 36 per cent jump since the last financial year. "The company's total expenses for the fiscal were reported as Rs 63,397 crore," Tofler said.

Apple releases iOS 18.1.1 with important security fixes for iPhone: Details

Apple recommends all iPhone users with iOS 18 to update to iOS 18.1.1. The update is available for iPhone models supporting iOS 18 platform