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Tech Wrap Feb 2: Instagram new feature, OPPO K14X launch, Copilot reminders

Instagram to let users opt out of Close Friends list. OPPO K14X to launch on Feb 10. Microsoft Copilot reminders. OpenAI to phase out older GPT models. Google extends Fitbit account migration deadline

Apple hits record 28% value share as India's smartphone market goes premium

Tech giant Apple has recorded its highest-ever value share of 28 per cent in the Indian smartphone market, driven by a surging "premiumisation" trend where consumers are increasingly opting for high-end devices, according to a report by Counterpoint Research. The report highlighted a significant shift in the world's second-largest smartphone market, noting that while volume growth remains steady, the total market value is expanding at a much faster clip as Indian buyers trade up to more expensive models. According to Counterpoint's latest insights, Apple had a 23 per cent value share in India in 2024. The success of the iPhone 16 series, coupled with aggressive financing schemes and trade-in offers, has pushed the Cupertino-based company to its highest-ever value share in the country. "Apple led the market in 2025 in value terms with a 28 per cent share, as festival-led promotions and deeper channel expansion supported revenue growth. Apple's iPhone 16 ranked as the top-shipped mode

Apple MacBook Pro with M5 Pro, Max may launch this month with macOS 26.3

Apple is reportedly planning to launch new MacBook Pro models with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips between February and March, with the lineup expected to debut with macOS 26.3

Apple may explore clamshell foldable iPhone after first fold launch: Report

Reportedly, Apple is considering a flip-style iPhone alongside its book-style foldable, as the company looks at adding new foldable shapes and sizes beyond its first model

India clears foreign funding of manufacturing equipment, boosting Apple

In India, unlike China, Apple was concerned that if it paid for machines for its contract manufacturers, Indian law could consider that ​a so-called "business connection" and impose taxes

Apple to prioritise premium iPhone launches in 2026 amid RAM crunch: Report

Reportedly, the move is aimed at optimising resources and maximising revenue and profits from premium devices amid rising cost of memory chips and materials

Apple loses several AI researchers, top Siri executive amid talent exodus

Apple's AI challenges have contributed to a stock slump this year - even as the company's sales reach new heights

Apple rebounds in China with biggest quarterly sales in four years

Apple's iPhone 17 fuels a $25.5bn quarter in greater China, marking a sharp rebound and record holiday sales for the tech giant

Apple says Gemini-powered Siri will run on its private cloud: What it means

Apple says the Gemini-backed version of Siri will run on-device or through its Private Cloud Compute system, clarifying how user data will be handled under the Google partnership

Apple calls India 'huge opportunity' as firm posts record quarter globally

Tech giant reports 'terrific' surge in expanding Indian market, riding on sales of devices and services

Apple warns memory costs are starting to bite as makers prioritise AI chips

Samsung, the world's second-largest smartphone maker, also bracing for the impact of the chip shortage, with its mobile business profit slumping 10 per cent in the fourth quarter.

Apple to hold iPhone 18 pricing steady amid rising memory costs: Report

Apple is expected to absorb higher RAM costs linked to a global memory shortage and AI demand, keeping the iPhone 18's starting price unchanged, according to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo

Apple Creative Studio goes live, brings Pixelmator Pro to iPads: What's new

Apple Creative Studio subscription bundle combines Apple's pro creative apps under one plan and also marks the iPad debut of Pixelmator Pro, which was previously limited to Macs

India to import 50K tonnes of EU apples at 20% duty under FTA: Govt

Quantity will go up to 100,000 tonnes annually but only over the next 10 years

Tech Wrap Jan 27: Vivo X200T, Apple's updated AirTag, HP HyperX OMEN 15

Vivo X200T launched in India. Apple brings the second generation AirTag. HP HyperX OMEN 15 gaming laptop. iQOO 15R to launch on Feb 24. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 Olympic Edition

Apple releases iOS 26.3 developer beta 3: Eligible iPhones, how to update

The new iOS 26.3 developer beta 3 continues to focus on system-level refinements, stability fixes, and performance improvements ahead of the public release

Low-cost MacBook to OLED display: What to expect from Apple Macs in 2026

Apple is expected to refresh much of its Mac lineup in 2026, with new M5 and M6 chips, a low-cost MacBook, a redesigned OLED MacBook Pro, and updates to Mac Studio, Mac mini, and Studio Display

Apple pushes update for older iPhones, iPads to support iMessage, FaceTime

Apple has rolled out iOS 12.5.8 and iPadOS 12.5.8 to keep iMessage, FaceTime, and other core services working on older-generation iPhones and iPads

Apple may preview Google Gemini-powered Siri next month: What to expect

Apple is expected to showcase long-delayed Siri features next month, as its partnership with Google brings Gemini AI models into Apple Intelligence

Apple updates AirTag with longer range, louder speaker: Check India pricing

The updated AirTag keeps the same design and pricing as before but adds improved Precision Finding, a louder speaker, and support for locating items using Apple Watch