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India has proposed extending tax exemptions for contract manufacturing machinery through 2041, offering long-term certainty for Apple as it builds more iPhones in the country.

Apple has filed a new legal challenge at the UK's Investigatory Powers Tribunal against a government demand for access to encrypted iCloud backups belonging to British users.

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Apple acquired Czech materials science firm PlasmaSolve in April 2026 to improve plasma-based manufacturing processes used for device coatings, according to a European Commission filing.

All 62 matches of the 2026 Leagues Cup will stream on Apple TV beginning August 4, with 18 MLS clubs and 18 Liga MX clubs competing.

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Apple's MacBook Air is facing worsening supply shortages as the global memory crunch spreads, with shipping delays stretching into September and retail inventory tightening.

Apple is hiring to develop health and fitness experiences for future Vision products, offering new insight into its long-term smart glasses strategy and wearable roadmap.

Apple previews its August Apple TV lineup with Ted Lasso season 4, Dark Matter season 2, Women in Blue, a UConn Huskies documentary, Friday Night Baseball, and Leagues Cup.

Apple captured a record 49% of global smartphone revenue in Q2 2026 as strong iPhone 17 demand and stable pricing helped it outperform Android rivals.

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The iPhone 18 Pro could start at $1,349–$1,399 this fall as rising 2nm silicon and memory costs drive a $250-$300 price increase.

Apple says supply constraints across iPhone, Mac, and iPad will worsen this quarter as rising memory costs pressure margins.

Apple reported Q3 FY26 revenue of $109.4 billion and net income of $29.8 billion, with diluted earnings per share up 29 percent to $2.02.

OpenAI cuts GPT-5.6 Luna pricing by 80% and Terra by 20%, while reducing credit usage for ChatGPT Work and Codex subscribers.

Google DeepMind launches Gemini Robotics ER 2, bringing real-time task tracking, multi-robot collaboration, and safer embodied reasoning to robotics developers via the Gemini API.

Spotify's new Running Mode creates personalized, tempo-matched running sessions with customizable workouts and optional audio cues. Rolling out now for Premium iPhone users.

Qualcomm expects revenue from Apple to decline faster than anticipated as supply constraints reduce its share of components in the next iPhone. The chipmaker is raising prices while expanding its AI data-center business.

Bipartisan senators urge Apple to abandon plans to buy memory chips from CXMT and YMTC, seeking a commitment by August 21 over national security concerns.

Apple has formally objected to the UK's proposed App Store steering rules, calling them 'highly intrusive' and arguing they amount to price regulation.

Google Gemini for Mac adds voice dictation and screen-aware AI via the Fn key, letting users create, rewrite, and summarize without leaving the active app.

WhatsApp Web now supports voice and video calling, with Call Transfer, Waiting Room, QuickHD, and noise suppression rolling out gradually to users.

Tim Cook and incoming CEO John Ternus discussed Apple's leadership transition in a joint Deadline interview at the Ted Lasso season four premiere.

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Incoming Apple CEO John Ternus said Apple plans to "keep building" Apple TV, signaling continued investment in the streaming service after he takes over in September.

Apple is preparing a new smart home hub, refreshed Apple TV 4K, and updated HomePod mini powered by Siri AI.

Apple has released the official trailer for Ted Lasso season 4, with Ted returning to Richmond to coach a second-division women's football team. Premieres August 5 on Apple TV.

X Money has launched in the U.S. for select Premium subscribers, offering Apple Wallet support, peer-to-peer payments, up to 6% APY, and 3% cash back.

Apple Upgrade is now available in the U.S., offering Klarna leases for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch with terms up to 36 months.

Amazon filed an FCC application for a 5,105-satellite low Earth orbit network to deliver direct-to-device voice, messaging, data, and emergency services, with deployment beginning in 2028.

Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.6 to the public with Spotlight optimizations, alongside macOS Sequoia 15.7.8 and Sonoma 14.8.8 security updates.

Here are direct links to download Apple's macOS Tahoe installer for your Mac.

Here are direct links to download Apple's macOS Sequoia installer for your Mac.

Here are direct links to download Apple's macOS Sonoma installer for your Mac.

Apple has officially released watchOS 26.6, tvOS 26.6, visionOS 26.6, and HomePod Software 26.6 to the public with bug fixes and security improvements.

Apple has released iOS 26.6 and iPadOS 26.6 to the public, bringing bug fixes, security patches, and Spotlight index optimization ahead of the iOS 27 launch.

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AppleCare One is expanding to Australia, France, Germany, and the UK on August 4, with one plan covering three devices at a single monthly price.

Apple debuted the official trailer for "Matchbox The Movie," starring John Cena and Jessica Biel. The action-comedy premieres October 9 on Apple TV.

Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4 are reportedly in late-stage testing, with faster chips, health improvements, and no major redesign expected.

Apple unveiled the first teaser for its Neuromancer adaptation starring Callum Turner. The 10-episode cyberpunk series premieres January 22, 2027.

Apple will reportedly unveil its first smart glasses at WWDC 2027, emphasizing privacy with on-device AI, no facial recognition, and new safeguards.

Apple TV has released the official trailer for 'Dark Matter' season two ahead of its August 28 premiere starring Joel Edgerton and Jennifer Connelly.

Micron is urging the Trump administration to reject Apple's plan to source memory chips from Chinese suppliers CXMT and YMTC.

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Trump announced plans to launch a Section 301 investigation and threatened tariffs over EU penalties targeting Apple, Google, Meta, and other U.S. technology companies.

Amazon has unveiled new Alexa+ developer tools, including an AI-powered smart home toolkit, Model Context Protocol integrations, and Amazon Wallet for seamless voice purchases.

The Apple Watch Series 11 with GPS and Cellular is down to $349.97 at Amazon, $149 off Apple's $499 price and the lowest we've tracked since March.