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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

What’s so special about the Apple Store Saket? Details here

Apple is all set to officially launch its second store in India in Delhi's Saket. What's so special about this store? Watch the video to find out

Committed to investing across the country: Apple CEO Cook tells PM Modi

Cook is on his India visit to launch the company's flagship retail stores in Mumbai and Delhi. He thanked PM Modi for the warm welcome

Maple announces Akshaya Tritiya Offer with 22% off on iPhone 14

/ -- Maple, one of India's top Apple Premium Resellers, announces its special Akshaya Tritiya offer. With Maple, customers can get a flat discount of Rs. 21,000 or opt for a hassle-free EMI of just Rs. 2,996 per month with 0 down payment and 24 months of no-cost EMI. Currently, the iPhone 14, 512 GB is priced at Rs. 1,09,900. However, with Maple's exclusive discount, customers can now get flat Rs.11,000 off along with HDFC cashback of Rs. 4,000 and an exchange bonus of Rs. 6,000, making it a whopping discount of Rs. 21,000. Customers can get a 10% Maple discount, HDFC cashback and an exchange bonus on other variants as well; 128 and 256 GB. Maple believes in making the latest technology accessible and affordable to everyone. Hence, customers can choose to pay an EMI of Rs. 2,996 per month with 0 down payment and 24 months of no-cost EMI with BAJAJ FINSERV, HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank. From its stunning camera to its lightning-fast processor, iPhone 14 has it all. Don't miss out on th

Apple previews its 2nd store in Delhi, Cook to greet customers on Thursday

After receiving huge crowds at the Mumbai retail store, Apple on Wednesday previewed its second physical store in the country, at Select CityWalk mall in New Delhi

Ahead of Saket store launch, Apple CEO Tim Cook to meet PM Modi today

Apple's CEO has stressed the importance of the world's second-largest smartphone market, India on several occasions