The iOS 26.2 update adds offline lyrics in Apple Music, new Podcasts and Games app enhancements, AirDrop codes for file sharing, Liquid Glass adjustments, and more for eligible iPhones
A federal appeals court on Thursday backed a ruling that held Apple in civil contempt for brazenly defying an order designed to open its iPhone app store to other payment systems besides its own, but the decision also reopened a door for the company to collect commission from the rival options. The unanimous decision by a three-judge panel for the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals mostly validated a scalding contempt order issued in April by US District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers for violating a key part of her September 2021 findings in a legal battle instigated by video game maker Epic Games. But the Ninth Circuit's 54-page decision overturned one key part of Gonzalez Rogers' civil contempt crackdown that prohibited Apple from collecting commissions when consumers make an e-commerce purchase within an iPhone app through a payment systems that operate outside of Apple's control. The appeals judges decided the ban that would have prevented Apple from imposing fees on rival payment ..
Apple is said to be developing AI-enabled smart glasses with onboard cameras, speakers, Siri upgrades and Apple Intelligence features, potentially launching as early as next year
A new report claims Apple is testing micro-transparent glass to hide FaceID sensors under the display, potentially giving the iPhone 18 series a cleaner, smaller front cut-out
Reportedly, Google and Apple are working together to make switching between Android and iPhone smoother during device setup process
Apple's anticipated iPhone 17e will likely launch in 2026 with slimmer bezels around the display, A19 chip and an upgraded front camera sensor with Centre Stage
iOS 26.1 is now the primary update shown to iPhone users still on iOS 18, with Apple shifting the Software Update screen to prioritise the newer release
Apple begins rolling out the iOS 26.2 release candidate (RC) to developers and beta testers with features introduced throughout the iOS 26.2 beta cycle
Apple has released hypertension notifications for eligible Watch models in India, using 30-day pattern detection through the optical heart sensor on select devices running watchOS 26
OpenAI is reportedly preparing deeper iOS integration by allowing ChatGPT to tap into Apple Health metrics, enabling more personalised answers to wellness, activity, sleep and fitness-related queries
The handset, called the Galaxy Z TriFold, is part of a small subset of folding phones that have two hinges, allowing them to transform into larger, tablet-sized devices
Apple's next major iPhone software update, expected to debut at WWDC 2026, will emphasise performance gains, long-term stability and new features designed for upcoming devices like the foldable iPhone
Experts estimate that 3-5 per cent of total iPhone exports come from unofficial channels, and nearly half of these go to Russia, where Apple stopped operations after the Ukraine war
Google Pixel 10 series smartphone users can now send and receive files with iPhones, iPads and Macs using native AirDrop support via Quick Share
Apple's latest iOS 26.2 public beta 2 brings the new one-time AirDrop code feature, refinements to the Liquid Glass Level interface and early signs of upcoming Side Button reassignment in Japan
WhatsApp is said to be testing multi-account switching on iOS, with select beta users spotting the feature in the latest TestFlight build
Apple has introduced new monthly and annual AppleCare+ plans in India, along with a Theft and Loss option for iPhones, giving users more flexible and comprehensive protection choices
iPhone 17 series debuted Apple's in-house networking chip, Apple N1. Now, Ookla has reported jumps in Wi-Fi speed and stability, beating the iPhone 16 and matching top Android rivals
Reportedly, Apple is allowing iPhone users in Japan to remap the side button to third-party voice assistants like Google Gemini or Amazon Alexa, a change that may later expand to more regions
Apple's latest iOS 26.2 developer beta brings new AirDrop sharing options, expanded health data access, UI refinements, gaming improvements, and hints of upcoming side button customisation