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Several big carmakers including Audi, Mercedes, and Volvo have rejected Apple's CarPlay Ultra. The reason for this snub is carmarkers' concern over revenue streams as they can charge buyers for certain features within their own OS.. However, they will continue to use the current version of CarPlay.

Apple is rolling out the iOS 26 Beta 2 update for all devices enrolled in the Developer Beta program. The update finally fixes the lack of background blur effect when pulling down the Control Center. It also brings new Accessibility options, a new Radio widget, order tracking in Apple Wallet, and more. 

Apple might be in early talks to acquire the AI startup Perplexity. The acquisition would help bring in AI talent, which could help improve Apple's Intelligence. Other tech giants like Meta are also considering making an offer to acquire Perplexity. 

Apple has introduced a new Liquid Glass design language, which will be available across their entire lineup of devices, and will be coming this fall. The Liquid Glass design is consistent across Apple's software portfolio, including iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS 26, and more.

The iMessage app could receive chat backgrounds and polls feature in iOS 26. Your chat backgrounds will sync with the rest of the signed-in devices and will also be visible to others. Polls might have Apple Intelligence integration, suggestion polls based on the context of conversation. 

Apple's appeal to block third-party links in the App Store has been rejected by the 9th US Circuit Court of Appeals. The decision allows apps to include payment links without a 27% fee, lifting restrictions imposed by Apple. This ruling is a significant win for developers and users.

Apple might streamline the operating system version number across all its devices. The company might change the current naming scheme to match the subsequent year of their release. This means, we will get iOS 26 instead of iOS 19 this year and the big change could get announced at WWDC on June 9th. 

Apple is reportedly working on a new gaming hub-like app. This new app will replace Game Center and will let you launch games and track achievements. It will be coming to iPhone, iPad, Mac, and possibly even to Apple TV in the upcoming version of iOS and macOS. 

The iPhone 17 Air's slim design may come at a severe cost of battery capacity. According to leaked details, the phone will feature a high-density battery, which will be 2,800mAh in size. This will make it must to use an additional battery back with the device to use it for long periods between charges. 

Apple is rebuilding Siri from the ground up as a large language model (LLM)-powered assistant. This will improve its conversational abilities and data synthesis. The company is investing more in AI, and the new Siri will also be able to access the web like Perplexity.

Apple faces backlash in over warning messages on apps not using its payment system, despite recent rulings allowing third-party payments. The warnings, part of Apple’s DMA Compliance Plan since March 2024, discourage users from apps using external purchases. The controversy resurfaces due to Apple’s past practices and ongoing legal battles with Epic Games. 

Apple is testing a new feature for its Vision Pro headsets that let you scroll through the screen using just your eyes. The feature will leverage the eye tracking hardware that's already present on the Vision Pro, and it should work across all of Apple's app on visionOS. Apple is also planning to allow third party developers access to this feature, so they can add it to their own apps.

Apple has released iOS 18.5 alongside macOS Sequoia, watchOS 11.5 and more. Here is everything new in iOS 18.5.

To prepare for the iPhone's 20th anniversary, Apple has plans to release a refreshed lineup by 2027. The company is already developed a "mostly glass, curved iPhone" which is expected to be a truly edge-to-edge device with no cutouts. Additionally, Apple could also release their first foldable phone, a pair of smart glasses, a tabletop robot, and an improved Siri in two years' time.

Apple is reportedly developing a new chip that will power its new smart glasses. This chip will be based on processors used on the Apple Watch for low energy consumption and power efficiency. It'll be designed to control multiple cameras, which will be able to scan the surrounding environment and assist users using AI. With production to begin sometime by 2026 end or start of 2027, we can expect to see Apple's smart glasses in two years' time.

Eddy Cue, Apple's senior vice president of Services, says that you might not need an iPhone in the coming 10 years.

Reputed leaker Majin Bu posted leaked photos of iPhone 17 Air yesterday on X. Mind it, these are not renders, but real-life photos.

Today, Apple has released a new app to help users manage immersive videos and content on Vision Pro and Mac

Apple has today confirmed the dates for the much-awaited Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) for 2025. WWDC 2025 has been scheduled for June 9 to June 13. We will see Apple unveil new OS upgrades, including iOS 19, macOS 16, watchOS 12, and more.

The European Union officer has given Apple the green light to create a portless iPhone. They mention that a device without a charging port doesn't need to comply with the Common Charger Directive. This means a portless iPhone could be released next year, charging through MagSafe.

Apple is working on redesigning the look and feel of their operating systems across iPhones, iPads, and Macs. With iOS 19, iPadOS 19, and macOS 16, the company is planning to change the style of icons, menus, apps, windows and system buttons to closely tie the UI elements with that of its visionOS. If this in indeed true, iOS 19 and iPadOS 19 will be the biggest updates to iPhones and iPads since iOS 7 from 2013.

Apple has today announced the new MacBook Air powered by the M4 chipset starting at a lower price of $999 and a new Sky Blue color.

Apple has released two new iPads: the iPad Air with an M3 chip and the 11th-gen iPad with an A16 Bionic processor. The iPad Air features a 20% performance boost and a new Magic Keyboard accessory. Pricing starts at $599 for the 11th-gen iPad and $799 for the 13-inch iPad Air.

Apple has launched the iPhone 16e, a mid-range phone with a familiar design and high-end internals. It include a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED panel, A18 processor, 8GB RAM, and 48MP rear camera. The phone starts at $599 for a 128GB variant and is available in three colors.