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Metaverse Standards Forum launches, but key names are missing
Tech giants have formed the Metaverse Standards Forum to make nascent digital worlds compatible with each other. Apple is not a member. Read more…
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CarPlay upgrade is Apple’s declaration of war on OEMs
Apple says auto OEMs are “excited to bring this new vision of CarPlay to customers”. But any OEM in its right mind should view it with horror. Read more…
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Apple says it will integrate its software deeper into car systems
Apple announces a lot of stuff at WWDC, including its plan to more deeply integrate its software into the core driving systems of cars. Read more…
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Apple is moving some iPad production from China to Vietnam
Apple is reportedly moving some of its iPad production out of China to Vietnam in response to the strict COVID lockdowns in Shanghai. Read more…
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China lockdowns hamper iPhone development schedules
Apple has told its suppliers to speed up iPhone development after China’s strict COVID-19 lockdowns have hampered schedules. Read more…
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Apple is gearing up for the metaverse because it has no choice
If Apple doesn’t go all-in on the metaverse, it’s likely to suffer a similar fate to Nokia’s former handset empire. Read more…
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Hardware subscription model for iPhones – so crazy it just might work
An iPhone hardware subscription model isn’t as far-fetched as it sounds – if only because Apple stands to make more money that way. Read more…
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Apple unveils slightly pricier 5G iPhone SE for the low-end sector
Apple on Tuesday revealed the new 5G iPhone SE and iPad Air and introduced a faster in-house chip for a new desktop. Read more…
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New NFC feature from Apple will turn iPhones into payment terminals
Apple is introducing a new feature that will allow businesses to accept credit card and digital payments with just a tap on their iPhones. Read more…
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Ericsson sues Apple over 5G patent royalties (yes, again)
Ericsson has filed another set of patent infringement lawsuits against Apple over royalty payment for use of 5G wireless patents in iPhones. Read more…
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Foxconn’s India unit to resume production after food poisoning protests
Foxconn will reopen its iPhone production facility in Chennai after shutting down last month over dorm food safety concerns. Read more…
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Investors wonder if 2022 is the year Big Tech stocks will fade
Apple’s brief $3 trillion market valuation has investors wondering if Big Tech stocks can continue pushing the S&P 500 higher in the new year. Read more…
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India urges Apple to make $50 billion worth of products locally
India has urged Apple to expand its local manufacturing ecosystem to generate annual production output worth $50bn over the next 5-6 years. Read more…
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India watchdog orders investigation into Apple’s practices in the country
India’s competition watchdog ordered an investigation into Apple’s business practices in the country alleging violation of antitrust laws. Read more…
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Apple argues it can’t abuse market power in India with <5% market share
Apple asks India’s antitrust watchdog to throw out a case alleging abuse of market power in the apps market, saying it is too small a player. Read more…
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Apple’s user privacy policy is better for its ad business than for its users
Is Apple really interested in user privacy, or is this really just a way to tighten control of user data to strengthen its ecosystem? Read more…
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Australia’s Commonwealth Bank accuses Apple, uncompetitive behaviour
Commonwealth Bank of Australia accused Apple Inc on Thursday of uncompetitive behaviour over control of payments on its phones Read more…
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US judge rules in Apple vs Epic and provides roadmap for future claims
A US judge stopped short of labeling Apple an “illegal monopolist” but the closely-watched ruling provides a roadmap for similar claims. Read more…
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The App Store, Apple, Google and the end of the road for 30% commissions
The App Store has become a battleground in the struggle between big tech and its hold on customers, data, competitors and even Governments. Read more…
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South Korea moves to stop Apple, Google charging unfair commissions
South Korea committee votes to recommend amending a law to stop Google and Apple from forcibly charging software developers commissions. Read more…
