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iPhone 17 Air leak reveals ultra-slim 5.5 mm body

A new video regarding iPhone leaks posted online by a well-known leaker, known by the handle MajinBu, claims to show a dummy unit of the upcoming iPhone 17 Air, a device that, if the footage is authentic, could represent a significant design shift for Apple.

OpenAI acquires iPhone designer Jony Ive's startup for $6.5 bln

OpenAI has struck a deal to acquire io Products, the hardware startup founded by former Apple design chief Jony Ive, in a transaction valued at $6.5 billion, as per a recent report by Reuters. Additionally, OpenAI will bring Ive on board to lead design and creative development of new devices tailored for the AI era, according to OpenAI's official website.

Trump does not want Apple making more iPhones in India

U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed concern over Apple’s growing iPhone production footprint in India, telling Apple CEO Tim Cook that he opposes further expansion of manufacturing operations outside the United States.

Apple to increase price of iPhones: Report

Apple is reportedly preparing to raise the prices of its upcoming iPhone models set for release this autumn, according to a recent report by The Wall Street Journal.

iPhone 18 Pro may launch in 2026, but standard model in 2027: report

Apple could split its iPhone 18 lineup across two different launch windows, with Pro models arriving in late 2026 and standard versions following in early 2027, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo and a report from The Information. This would mark a major shift from Apple’s traditional fall-only release cycle.

Apple transports 1.5 million iPhones from India to avoid US tariffs: report

Apple has transported approximately 1.5 million iPhones from India to the United States via chartered cargo flights in recent months, according to a recent Reuters report. The tech giant's logistical push comes as it seeks to avoid steep tariffs imposed by the Trump administration on Chinese imports, with India offering a more favourable trade alternative.

Apple may expand iPhone production to Brazil to avoid US tariffs: report

Apple is considering increasing iPhone assembly in Brazil to reduce the impact of new US tariffs on Chinese imports, according to a recent report by Apple-centric news platform 9to5Mac. US President Donald Trump recently announced steep tariffs on goods from several countries, including a 34% levy on Chinese products—a major concern for Apple, which manufactures most of its devices in China.

iPhone bug swaps the word 'racist' with 'Trump': report

Apple is rushing to fix an iPhone bug that causes its dictation tool to briefly suggest 'Trump' when users say the word 'racist', according to reports from The Guardian and The New York Times. The glitch, which sparked accusations of political bias, went viral this week after a TikTok user demonstrated the error – filming their screen as the speech-to-text feature flickered between “racist” and “Trump” mid-transcription.

Apple chooses Alibaba as AI partner in China: report

Apple has chosen Alibaba as its artificial intelligence (AI) partner in China, marking a strategic move to regain lost ground in the world’s largest smartphone market. Alibaba Group Chairman Joe Tsai confirmed the collaboration on Thursday at the World Governments Summit in Dubai, as per reports by The Information and Reuters.

March 18, 2024
March 18, 2024

Apple to incorporate Google Gemini engine into iPhones: report

Apple is in negotiations to incorporate Google's Gemini artificial intelligence (AI) engine into iPhones, as per a recent report by Bloomberg News.

February 22, 2024
February 22, 2024

Don't put your iPhone in rice, says Apple

Accidents happen, and if your iPhone or accessory takes an unexpected dive into water, it's essential to know the right steps to take. Contrary to popular belief, putting your iPhone in a bag of rice is not recommended, according to an official guideline set by Apple. Let's take a look at the ways Apple recommends you should dry your iPhone in case it gets wet or exposed to water. 

February 11, 2024
February 11, 2024

Government hackers targeted iPhones with zero-day vulnerabilities: Google

Government hackers exploited three undisclosed vulnerabilities in iPhone operating systems last year, according to a recent report by Google. As per the report, these vulnerabilities were used to deploy spyware and leveraged ‘zero-day’ vulnerabilities in iPhone unknown to Apple.

February 8, 2024
February 8, 2024

Apple to develop foldable iPhones: reports

Apple is reportedly in the early stages of developing at least two iPhone prototypes that fold horizontally like a clamshell, as per a recent report by the US-based tech news publication The Information.

February 8, 2024
February 8, 2024

Apple is developing foldable clamshell iPhones

Apple is building clamshell foldable prototypes of at least two iPhones , The Information reported on Wednesday

February 5, 2024
February 5, 2024

Foxconn sees 'slightly better' 2024, warns on AI chip shortage

Taiwan's Foxconn, Apple's biggest iPhone assembler is expecting better 2024 with chip shortage in sight

February 1, 2024
February 1, 2024

Apple set for modest iPhone sales growth, China worries remain

iPhone sales likely rose 3 percent in the key holiday period, the best growth in five quarters

January 25, 2024
January 25, 2024

Apple's iPhone shipments in China drop 2% in Q4 as Huawei grows market share

Apple's smartphone shipments in China shrank 2.1 percent in the final quarter of 2023

January 23, 2024
January 23, 2024

Latest iOS update introduces Stolen Device Protection feature

The latest iOS 17.3 update for iPhones introduces a Stolen Device Protection feature aimed at enhancing security against theft. This feature requires users to employ Face ID or Touch ID for specific actions, reducing the risk of unauthorised access in case of theft.

January 15, 2024
January 15, 2024

Apple offers iPhone 15 at rare discount in China as competition intensifies

Apple is going for rare discounts to battle competitiveness in China