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With iPadOS 19, Apple likely to narrow the divide between iPads, MacBooks

While iPadOS 19 is expected to be closer to macOS, Apple will likely retain certain macOS-only features to differentiate between iPads and MacBooks

Apple escapes crisis as Trump pauses tariffs on 'made-in-China' devices

While a new, lower so-called sectoral tariff may still come on goods that have semiconductors - and a 20% tariff on China remains - the change marks a win for Apple

Apple's India freight on board output in FY25 surges 57% to ₹1.89 trn

The total market value (which includes distribution, sales and margins) is estimated at around $33 billion (₹2.84 trillion) making it among the largest manufacturing companies in the country

Apple narrowly escapes major crisis after Trump grants tariff exemption

Donald Trump's 125% tariffs on Chinese goods threatened Apple's supply chain as severely as Covid disruptions. But on Friday, the US president gave Apple relief by exempting key consumer electronics

Apple makes $22 billion worth of iPhones in India as it shifts from China

The ramp-up suggests the iPhone maker and its suppliers are accelerating a pivot to India from China, a process it began when harsh Covid lockdowns hurt production at Apple's largest plant

Trump exempts China-made smartphones, chips from reciprocal tariff plan

Beyond economic considerations, the exclusions appear to be part of a broader strategy to reduce inflation concerns and mitigate disruptions in supply chains

Apple airlifts 600 tonnes of iPhones from India to beat Trump tariffs

The details of the push provide an insight into the U.S. smartphone company's private strategy to navigate around the Trump tariffs

Apple may have plans to launch two foldable devices in 2026: What to expect

Apple analyst Jeff Pu reportedly said that "iPhone Fold" and "iPad Fold" are on track to enter mass production in the fourth quarter of 2026

iPhone 17 Pro may allow simultaneous recording from front and rear cameras

Samsung first introduced a similar feature in 2013 with the Galaxy S4, and since then, several Android makers have adopted the functionality

Instagram may soon release a dedicated app for Apple iPads: What to expect

Currently, iPad users can only access Instagram through the iPhone version of the app, which lacks proper optimisation for larger screens

Trump tariffs: Apple iPhone 16 Pro prices in US could go up by nearly 30%

If the US follows through with an additional 50 per cent duty - after China refused to roll back its retaliatory tariffs

Tech Wrap April 8: Google Gemini Live, new ASUS laptops, Amazon's Nova reel

Google Gemini's update brings screen awareness. ASUS launches Zenbook S16 and Vivobook 16. Nova Reel AI by Amazon now generates 2-min videos. Motorola hints at entry into laptop market

iOS 19: Apple to redesign iPhone OS with rounded app icons, floating bars

Reportedly, iOS 19 will incorporate new user interface elements such as dynamic effects for tabs and bars, changing with the user's movements

CERT-In flags security flaws in iPhones, iPads, Macs with outdated software

CERT-In had issued a similar advisory earlier this year that also included vulnerabilities affecting Apple Watches running outdated software

Apple rushed iPhone shipments from India, China to dodge US' tariffs

The tech company reportedly shipped inventory from India and China to the US in late March to avoid the reciprocal tariff imposed by the Trump administration

Apple customers dash to stores to buy iPhones ahead of Trump tariffs

Employees from different Apple locations across the country said stores filled with customers over the weekend

India's iPhone exports rang louder at Rs 1.5 trn in FY25, 2x the PLI target

Apple's PLI target under the mobile devices scheme stood at ₹74,900 crore for FY25

Apple to push major design change until iPhone 19 series in 2027: Report

Apple is reportedly planning to wait until 2027 to introduce its first foldable iPhone, aligning the launch with the wider design change of the Pro line-up

Air India partners with Apple to enable AirTag-based lost baggage tracking

The new feature connects Apple's Find My network with Air India's baggage tracking service available on its mobile app and website

Apple releases iOS 18.5 dev beta days after iOS 18.4 update: What's new

Besides new features, the first iOS 18.5 developer beta fixes issues related to Apple Intelligence-powered Writing tools and the new Apple Vision Pro app