Gurman: What to Expect from Apple in 2024 (Other Than New iPhones)

In his latest Power On newsletter at Bloomberg, Mark Gurman shares what he’s expecting from Apple in 2024. While the company will naturally launch the iPhone 16 lineup in the fall, Mark highlights that the company’s wearables will “take center stage.” Here are all the details.

iPhone 17 Pro Max Rumored to Feature 48MP Telephoto Lens

The iPhone 17 Pro Max will likely feature a 48-megapixel Telephoto lens, according to Jeff Pu, an analyst who covers companies within Apple's supply chain.

Apple Warns Against Non-Certified Apple Watch Chargers

Apple today published a support document that warns customers against using non-certified Apple Watch chargers, which could cause slow charging, repeated chimes, and reduced battery span.

Apple, Visa, Mastercard Face Lawsuit over High Merchant Fees

Apple has been named in a proposed class-action lawsuit alongside Mastercard and Visa, over claims of conspiracy to cut competition and make merchants pay higher fees for credit and debit card transactions.

2024 Apple Watch to Feature New Look, Blood Pressure Monitoring and Sleep Apnea Detection

Apple made few updates to the Apple Watch lineup in 2023, but the 2024 Apple Watch models are expected to include a new feature set that will make them much more appealing to consumers, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said today in his Power On newsletter.

Apple Seeds First Public Beta of iOS 17.3 with Stolen Device Protection

Apple today seeded the first betas of upcoming iOS 17.3 and iPadOS 17.3 updates to public beta testers, allowing non-developers to test the software ahead of its release.

Apple Releases iTunes for Windows 12.13.1 With Security Fixes

Apple today released an iTunes 12.13.1 update for Windows users, with the software introducing security improvements.

European Commission grills Apple and Google on app store risks and ad practices

The European Commission has sent a formal request to Apple and Google asking the tech giants how they identify "systemic risks" to consumers in their respective app stores.

iOS 17.2: How to Translate Speech with iPhone's Action Button

Overcome communication barriers with the new custom Translation option for the iPhone's Action button in iOS 17.2. Keep reading to learn how to use it.

Apple Releases Standalone USB-C Case for AirPods Pro 2 for $99

Apple today began selling a MagSafe USB-C AirPods Pro 2 Case on a standalone basis, allowing customers who own the Lightning charging case to upgrade to USB-C.

EU Set to Slam Apple with Antitrust Order over App Store Practices and Spotify Battle

The European Union is currently taking measures to curb the power of tech giants, and it's increasingly looking like it may block Apple's App Store rules that apply to music streaming services within its jurisdiction.

Apple Collecting Data to Improve Augmented Reality Location Accuracy in Maps

With the launch of iOS 17.2, Apple has outlined the Maps-related data that it is collecting in order to improve the augmented reality location function. In a new support document, Apple says that it is aiming to bolster the speed and accuracy of augmented reality features in the Maps app.

Apple Expands Self Service Repair in Europe, Now Covers iPhone 15 and M2 Macs

Apple today announced it has expanded its Self Service Repair program to cover the iPhone 15 lineup and Mac models powered by M2 chips.

Report: Apple Offers to Open Up Apple Pay NFC System on iPhone to Appease EU Regulators

Apple has offered to open up the iPhone NFC system that Apple Pay uses, in response to an ongoing EU antitrust investigation, according to a report this morning from Reuters.

Apple Highlights the 2023 Top App Store Apps and Games

Apple has announced its top apps for iPhone and iPad, as well as its top Apple Arcade games for 2023, with titles like Minecraft, Procreate, Roblox, and Temu taking top spots.

Three Possible Designs for iPhone 16 Revealed in Leak

Renders based on leaked prototypes show what the iPhone 16 could look like, with vertical cameras and altered button configurations being the primary changes.

Apple Seeds First Beta of macOS Sonoma 14.3 to Developers

Apple today seeded the first beta of an upcoming macOS Sonoma 14.3 update to developers for testing purposes, with the software coming a day after the release of macOS Sonoma 14.2.

Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS 17.3 and iPadOS 17.3 to Developers

Apple today seeded the first betas of upcoming iOS 17.3 and iPadOS 17.3 updates to developers for testing purposes, with the updates available a day after the launch of iOS 17.2 and iPadOS 17.2.

TSMC Demos Next-Gen Chip Technology to Apple Ahead of 2025 Debut

TSMC has already demonstrated prototype 2nm chips to Apple ahead of their expected introduction in 2025, the Financial Times reports.

Apple Removes Option to Buy TV Shows and Movies in iOS 17.2 iTunes Store App

With the launch of iOS 17.2 and iPadOS 17.2, Apple made a server side change that removes the option to purchase and access TV shows and movies from the iTunes Store app.

Apple Delays iOS 17's AirPlay in Hotel Room Feature Until 2024

Apple today updated the iOS 17 page on its website to indicate that its AirPlay feature for hotel room TVs has been delayed until next year.

Apple Pushes Collaborative Apple Music Playlists Launch to 2024

Collaborative Apple Music playlists, a feature that Apple has promised for iOS 17, won't be coming in 2023. With today's iOS 17.2 release, Apple updated its ‌iOS 17‌ features list [PDF] to note that the option to collaborate on playlists has been delayed.

Apple Podcasts App Arriving on Tesla Vehicles Next Week

The Apple Podcasts app is set to arrive on Tesla vehicles with the company's 2023 Holiday Update that rolls out next week.

Rumor: USB-C Magic Mouse, Magic Keyboard, and Trackpad Are Coming in Spring 2024

Despite rumors that they would arrive in October, Apple hasn't yet released its input peripherals with USB-C — but a leaker is predicting that they may be just around the corner.