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Apple to enhance AI using user data, assures no compromise on privacy

Currently, Apple uses synthetic data that mimic the structure and characteristics of user-generated content to improve Apple Intelligence-based features

Apple takes top spot for first-quarter global smartphone sales, shows data

The data suggests iPhone demand remains strong in emerging markets, even as sales struggle in China due to competition from local players such as Huawei and a lack of AI features

Why does Apple still manufacture in China? Old video of Tim Cook explains

"It's not cheap labour," Apple CEO Cook said in a 2017 interview to Fortune Magazine, adding that China's strength lies in its pool of skilled tooling engineers and manufacturing precision

UP govt, Foxconn in discussion for setting up manufacturing unit

The Uttar Pradesh government and iPhone maker Foxconn have started discussions to set up an electronics manufacturing unit in the state, sources aware of the development said. The investment pitch was made by Invest UP to Foxconn at the time of the final land allocation for the HCL-Foxconn chip joint venture Vama Sundari. "The Uttar Pradesh government through Invest UP is in discussion with Foxconn to get their electronics manufacturing unit in the state. During the discussion, the state government mentioned the availability of 300-acre land under Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA)," a source said. An official source at the Centre also confirmed that discussions have started to set up a Foxconn electronics manufacturing services unit in Uttar Pradesh. "The discussions are at a very initial stage. There is no discussion on the type of products...Foxconn will manufacture," another source involved in the discussion said. The query sent to the Uttar Pradesh ...

Foxconn eyes 300 acres in Greater Noida for first North India facility

Apple boosts its manufacturing presence in India, with the country expected to produce $22 billion worth of iPhones

Apple's Vision lineup to soon include AR glasses, lighter headsets: Report

Apple is also working on a second-generation Vision Pro, focusing on improving enterprise uses such as viewing medical images during surgeries or for use in flight simulators

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