एप्पल ने स्मार्टवॉच कैटेगरी में Apple Watch Series 11, Apple Watch SE और Apple Watch Ultra 3 को पेश किया, वहीं iPhone 17 Series में कंपनी ने iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro और iPhone 17 Pro Max को लॉन्च किया।
Apple is all set to discontinue its Apple Support Community platform after nearly three decades. The company has stopped accepting new posts on the website, and it has transitioned to read-only mode. According to a notice displayed on the platform, the forums will be permanently discontinued on November 20, 2026. The platform previously helped users to troubleshoot issues and exchange information about its products.
Apple's first iOS 27.3 beta reportedly includes references to new AI-powered Health features for Siri. The update could let the voice assistant search users' Health app information. It could access the activity records, workout details, sleep summaries and medication logs. The stable version of iOS 27.3 is expected to arrive next month.
Apple has announced a fresh set of games for its Arcade subscription service as part of its updated lineup for December. As per the Cupertino-based tech giant, SEGA’s Football Manager 27 Touch has already been added, while four more games are scheduled to arrive next month. The upcoming lineup includes a revamped take on a popular tower defence game, a new card-based roguelike, an action-adventure title set in a mythological world, and a family-friendly LEGO experience.
Apple's new Intelligence Usage Packs let Logic Pro users purchase additional AI usage once they exhaust their monthly allowance. The one-time purchase costs $49.99 (around Rs. 4,700) in the US. Apple is expected to extend the option to Final Cut Pro, Pixelmator Pro and the iWork suite. The company will also introduce usage limits for some server-based Apple Intelligence features in 2027, including Siri AI and Image Playground.
WhatsApp has started testing a new Contacts tab for iOS, according to a report. The feature was spotted being tested in the WhatsApp beta for iOS 26.44.10.70 update. The beta version is currently accessible via TestFlight. The report also highlights details about the upcoming feature. The new WhatsApp Contacts tab for iOS will reportedly list the favourite contacts, along with the list of other saved contacts. The favourite contacts could appear at the top of the screen. On top of this, it might allow users to see the online and last seen status of their saved contacts. However, the report highlights that users will have to allow others to see their current status in the privacy settings menu.
Amid several leaks and rumours about the iPhone Air 2 and the iPhone 18, there’s now a new video showcasing what the source claims are the final designs of the two smartphones. While the iPhone Air 2’s design appears familiar, the iPhone 18 has grown bigger in size similar to the iPhone 16 Plus.
Apple is reportedly working on changes that could prevent apps from appearing in the Full Disk Access settings after attempting to open restricted files. The current system lets developers direct users to this section to grant the required permission. The proposed change could remove this shortcut, although another method of enabling access may remain. Apple is also reportedly exploring Private Folders, which could let users share access to specific folders or databases without exposing all the data stored on their Macs.
The standard iPhone 18 is said to get a significant battery upgrade over its predecessor and the iPhone 18 Pro. The iPhone 18 is expected to come with a 6.3-inch display and an A20 chipset. It is tipped to feature a 48-megapixel primary rear camera and an 18-megapixel front-facing camera. It is said to come with a 4,430mAh battery. The iPhone 17 is believed to have a 3,692mAh battery.
Apple will launch the 20th anniversary iPhone next year without the Action Button, according to a tipster. Further, the leaker claims that the Action Button will be integrated into the Camera Control button. A single tap will reportedly open the camera, while a long press could trigger the assigned Action Button functionality, he added. Introduced with the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max in 2023, the Action Button has gone through little to no changes since its launch. It remains mappable to different “actions”, while being a mute switch by default. The Action Button replaced the Alert Slider, which allowed users to switch between modes. Started with the Pro models in 2023, the slider was phased out completely in 2024 with the arrival of the iPhone 16 lineup.
Apple plans to turn Siri AI into an autonomous agent that will be able to take more actions on a user's behalf. The iPhone maker reportedly wants to bring similar capabilities to the AI assistant as OpenAI’s Dots, Meta’s Muse, and Grok from Elon Musk’s SpaceXSI. OpenAI, Meta, and AI labs position their respective AI agents as an “AI companion” that can run in the background and take actions for the user when required. Users can also hand over tasks, allowing the AI agents to do repetitive and monotonous tasks for the user. Apart from this, the report highlights that Apple has overhauled its development strategy for its next-generation iOS and iPadOS updates. The company has split its OS development into three stages, namely M1, M2, and M3, with each stage spanning eight weeks. The M1 stage is divided into two four-week sprints. However, the tech giant has reportedly asked its software engineers to code, explore, and develop features for six weeks for the iOS 28 update and to converge for two weeks at the M1 stage.
Apple has released a new Shot on iPhone film for Diwali, titled ‘Step into the Light’, in collaboration with Indian fashion brand Raw Mango. Directed by Raw Mango founder Sanjay Garg, Apple claims the film was shot entirely on the iPhone 18 Pro at Tijara Fort, a restored 19th-century royal palace in Rajasthan. It features performers from different parts of India. Apple has also highlighted the iPhone 18 Pro's camera capabilities, particularly its low-light performance, as part of the campaign.
Instagram has launched a desktop version of its video creation app, Edits, for macOS. According to the Meta-owned platform, the Edits app for Mac brings a more comprehensive editing workspace to Mac users, with a multi-track timeline, keyframe controls, colour grading tools, and support for custom fonts and audio. It also allows creators to export videos in resolutions of up to 4K without watermarks and publish them directly to Instagram. The desktop launch comes as Edits crosses 50 million users, just over a year after its debut on mobile devices, according to the company.
Apple is said to be tightening its spending limits on artificial intelligence (AI) tools used by employees. According to a report, the Cupertino-based tech giant has already reduced the daily allowance for some engineers using AI models from $300 to $200, with further cuts being considered for select teams, even as it looks to make AI a bigger part of its internal operations. The proposed changes will reportedly bring some engineering budgets down to $100 per day. Meanwhile, employees in other departments may also face lower limits.
Apple's new Retention Messages feature gives app developers a chance to reach users before they cancel an auto-renewable subscription. Messages can include details about subscription benefits or special offers, such as a reduced price for continuing. Developers can manage these prompts through App Store Connect, choose which subscribers are eligible to see them and control the time between messages. Apple has also introduced a Retention Messaging API, which gives developers more flexibility in choosing messages based on individual subscription details.
WhatsApp is said to be testing a new AI-powered feature for iPhone. According to a feature tracker, it may let users expand photos directly within the messaging app before sharing them. The functionality reportedly leverages Meta AI, the company’s AI assistant, to generate additional content around an existing image and convert it into a vertical 9:16 format. The report claims that it will also make it easier to share landscape and square photos in a full-screen format as WhatsApp Status updates.
Apple is charging more than three times its cost for the iPhone 18 Pro storage upgrade, according to a report. According to the report, the 1TB storage upgrade used to cost Apple $42 (roughly Rs. 4,000) for the iPhone 17 Pro, which has now gone up to $192 (about Rs. 18,000) for the iPhone 18 Pro. With the costs, the company has also increased its gross profit from $358 (roughly Rs. 34,000) to $408 (about Rs. 39,000). For the lower-end 512GB storage upgrade, Apple used to pay its suppliers $15 (roughly Rs. 1,400), while charging $200 (about Rs. 19,000) to iPhone 17 Pro customers. This cost has also ballooned to $66 (about Rs. 6,000), shrinking its gross profit on the iPhone 18 Pro.
Apple's latest software betas give developers new ways to connect their apps with Siri AI through App Intents and custom skills. The redesigned Health app adds Insights and Longevity sections, along with a Health Age estimate and movement assessments. Separately, Bloomberg reports that Apple is testing Siri Recap and Live Rewind for newer Apple Watch models. The report also points to a December launch of some Apple Intelligence features in China, including notification summaries, Genmoji and writing tools.
YouTube's latest Android app reportedly includes references to a new social experience called Tamba. Details about Tamba were discovered in version 21.44.534 of the YouTube app for Android. Code in the latest YouTube app suggests features like followers, DMs, group chats, and more. Tamba could be an experimental testing ground for social features.
Apple with the help of Samsung and LG is reportedly exploring cost-effective ways to manufacture high-mobility oxide (HMO) backplanes for future OLED displays. A report claims that Apple is considering switching from low-temperature polycrystalline oxide (LTPO), which is currently being used in its iPhone and iPad Pro models.
Following the launch of the iPhone 18 Pro series and the iPhone Duo in September, Apple’s focus is now expected to shift to the vanilla iPhone 18. The standard model is rumoured to debut early next year as part of the Cupertino-based tech giant’s staggered launch strategy. While Apple has yet to confirm any details, a tipster has hinted at key specifications of the purported handset. The iPhone 18 is tipped to sport a 120Hz OLED display and pack a new-generation chipset under the hood.
Apple sent out Threat Notifications to multiple users in Germany, starting October 29, notifying them of a spyware attack. Financial Times reports that Germany’s Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) issued a notice to Bundestag lawmakers and other public figures that they should assume their iPhone has been compromised as part of a government-backed mercenary spyware attack if they received a Threat Notification from Apple over the weekend. However, Germany was not the only country where users received Apple’s Threat Notifications. TechCrunch reports that the latest batch of Threat Notifications was sent to users in 99 countries.
Apple has revealed that the tech giant recorded its record revenue in India in Q4 2026. Apart from India, the iPhone maker also reported strong financial performance in other emerging economies and developed markets. Apple’s Q4 2026 revenue from iPhone sales grew by 17 percent to $57.6 billion (roughly Rs. ), “despite supply and foreign exchange” challenges. Ternus said that Apple also recorded double-digit revenue growth in the US and Greater China. The new CEO, who took charge on September 1, attributed the all-time high financial performance to upgraders globally, including those in the US, Mainland China, and India. This also helped the company post record-high revenue from buyers upgrading to the newer-generation iPhone models, the most recent being the iPhone 18 Pro series, which launched on September 9, along with the iPhone Duo.
Apple’s MacBook Pro arrives in two flavours this year. The first one is your basic MacBook Pro with a standard display while the second is the MacBook Pro with a PROLED XDR display that supports touch input. The second model has now shown up on benchmarking website Geekbench revealing the performance of its M5 Pro chipset.
Apple is reportedly working on a new HomeView smart home hub called HomeView Ultra, which could feature a larger display. It could arrive as early as next year, although its launch may be delayed until 2028. The upcoming model features a motorised robotic arm that can swivel and move the screen around a room. It will reportedly be priced at around $1,000 (roughly Rs. 90,000). The final price may vary depending on component costs and market conditions.
WhatsApp is reportedly rolling out Smart Text Actions on Android and iOS. The new feature allows users to save contacts, create calendar events, open addresses and more directly from chats. Long-pressing a message with an email address, phone number, address, or meeting time will prompt the app to suggest actions like sending emails, saving contacts, or creating calendar events.
The festive season is in full swing right now. But if you’re looking to upgrade your smartphone, then the market has seen phone prices rapidly climb due to an ongoing shortage of essential memory components. This crunch has made already premium smartphones, particularly high-end flagships from brands like Samsung and Apple, even more expensive to purchase under normal circumstances. Thankfully, the Amazon Great Indian Festival Diwali Edition sale has arrived just in time. It offers a small window for buyers to grab these devices at significantly lower prices than their standard market rates ahead of Diwali.
Apple is planning to bring multiple upgrades to the HomeView with the HomeView software 27.2 update. In a post on X, user pdfu (@itspdfu) has shared that Apple’s HomeView will soon be able to act as a home security camera as part of the HomeKit environment. The user spotted the functionality in the HomeView Software 27.2 update. The update reportedly offers a better view of the “functionality and privacy protections.” The HomeView is said to work as a security camera with HomeKit Secure Video, and will be capable of activity detection, streaming, and recording.
Apple recently introduced its first touchscreen MacBook Pro with a ProLED XDR display at its 'Pro and Tell' event. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple is expected to introduce second-generation touchscreen MacBook Pro models next year. These laptops could feature M7 Pro and M7 Max processors. The company is also reportedly developing an entry-level 14-inch MacBook Pro with an M7 chip.
Apple is said to be preparing to launch three new iPad models early next year. The Cupertino-based tech giant recently introduced the iPad mini (2026) as its first non-Pro offering to feature an OLED screen, alongside other upgrades. According to a seasoned journalist, other models in Apple's portfolio, such as the iPad Air, could get an upgrade to an OLED display. Meanwhile, the entry-level iPad is expected to be powered by a newer processor.
Apple is reportedly taking a gradual approach to introducing touch support in macOS. Instead of making major changes to the operating system's existing interface, the company is reportedly adopting a “measured approach” as it brings touch capabilities to the Mac. However, Apple is expected to introduce further touch-related improvements to macOS in the coming years.
Cybersecurity researchers at Eye Research found a vulnerability in Time4Popcorn, an unofficial version of Popcorn Time, that could allow attackers to run malicious code on Windows and macOS devices. The flaw stemmed from an updater that downloaded files without verifying their digital signatures and used unencrypted connections. Researchers developed a repair to disable the vulnerable component and distributed more than two million updates before ending the operation in March 2026. They still recommend uninstalling the app because other security risks remain.
iPad Mini (2026) has been spotted on the Geekbench benchmarking platform, revealing its performance details. According to the listing, the tablet managed to score 3,879 points in Geekbench’s single-core performance test and 9,870 points in the platform’s multi-core performance test. On top of this, the listing suggests that the iPad Mini (2026) features 12GB of RAM. The SoC is shown to feature a three-core cluster and a two-core cluster, delivering a peak clock speed of up to 4.93GHz. The tablet was running Apple’s latest iOS 27. In another Geekbench visit on the same day, the iPad Mini (2026) managed to score 4,005 points in single-core performance tests and 11,319 points in the multi-core performance test. This was the highest the tablet managed to score in multi-core performance, while more recent listings show marginally higher single-core scores, too.
Apple HomePod mini 2 is now available for purchase in India. Apple announced its latest smart speaker on October 13, featuring enhanced audio and support for Siri AI. Apple will introduce the upgraded voice assistant in a future software update. When paired with the new Apple TV 4K, HomePod mini 2 supports four-speaker surround sound.
Apple launched the iPhone Air as its first ultra-slim smartphone last year. The handset debuted a really slim profile, but at the cost of camera performance and battery life. A new leak, however, suggests that the Cupertino-based tech giant could address both of these concerns with its successor. Widely referred to as the iPhone Air 2, the purported handset’s specifications have been leaked by a tipster, and it may be in line for a spring 2027 launch.
Google has started rolling out a built-in audio recording feature for its Gemini Notebook. The app, which was known as NotebookLM, was rebranded as Gemini Notebook in July this year. The new feature allows users to capture live audio directly from their Android and iOS devices. The feature can record up to one hour of audio.
Flipkart Big Bang Diwali Sale 2026 is offering various iPhone models at discounted prices, including iPhone 17, iPhone 15, iPhone 18 Pro Max, iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone Air. Flipkart is also offering an instant discount of 10 percent with SBI debit and credit cards and SBI credit card EMI transactions. Moreover, buyers can avail an exchange bonus of up to Rs. 5,000 in addition to the value of their old handset. Apart from smartphones, the e-commerce platform is offering Apple’s iCloud+ subscription at a discounted price of Rs. 749 for 12 months, coming down from its listed price of Rs. 900.
Apple's MacBook Pro with a PROLED XDR display reportedly features a dedicated light source for the illuminated Apple logo on the lid. During the launch, Apple announced that the new MacBook Pro with a PROLED XDR display features two self-illuminating pixel layers and tandem OLED technology. The report highlights that the thinner panels leave room for a separate light source that allows the Apple logo to glow without increasing the thickness of the flap. Apple discontinued the illuminated back logo with the launch of the redesigned MacBook models in 2016. The older models used the backlight from LCD panels to glow. However, the OLED panel of the new MacBook Pro model with a touchscreen does not have a backlight.
MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR display has been launched in India, the Cupertino-based tech giant announced on Wednesday. The laptop was launched as part of the company's ‘Pro and Tell’ event. The MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR display arrives as Apple’s first laptop with an OLED display, and also the first MacBook Pro model to feature a touchscreen. The MacBook Pro model is offered in two configurations, featuring Apple’s M5 Pro and M5 Max chips. It will go on sale in India on November 6 in two colour options. The MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR also supports multi-touch gestures. It packs up to a 100Wh battery.
OpenAI, on Tuesday, announced that it has introduced the iCloud Mail and iCloud Calendar plugins for ChatGPT. OpenAI said that the new plugins for Apple users can be accessed via the ChatGPT web version. Alternatively, users can use the ChatGPT desktop or ChatGPT iOS apps to access them. Moreover, the iCloud Mail and iCloud Calendar plugins are available for all ChatGPT plans, including Free, Go, Plus, and Pro. This adds to the list of mailing services plugins that ChatGPT users can add. OpenAI already offers plugins for Gmail, Outlook Email, Mailopoly, Superhuman Mail, and Hostinger Mail. By adding these plugins to their ChatGPT account, users allow OpenAI’s AI-powered chatbot to access their emails and calendar schedule. With a text prompt, users can ask ChatGPT to look for a particular email and retrieve specific information from it.
Having already launched the iPad mini (2026), M6-powered MacBook Pro, and the iMac (2026) in recent days, Apple’s focus is now shifting to the touchscreen MacBook with an OLED screen. The Cupertino-based tech giant is expected to unveil the laptop at its ‘Pro and Tell’ showcase later today. Ahead of its anticipated debut, a seasoned journalist has speculated on its pricing. It could be significantly more expensive than the previous generation MacBooks.
Apple announced a major update to the Apple Creator Studio on Tuesday. The Cupertino-based tech giant has introduced new AI-powered tools and creative features across its video editing, music production, image editing, and productivity apps. The Final Cut Pro app now includes MotionVFX effects and improved editing workflows, while Logic Pro introduces an intelligent assistant and an upgraded Stem Splitter. Apple is also adding new AI assistants and workflow automation support to Keynote, Pages, and Numbers.
Apple has launched the new MacBook Pro (2026) in India, bringing multiple upgrades to the flagship laptop lineup. The new MacBook Pro (2026) is currently available for pre-order. It is scheduled to go on sale in India on November 6 via the Apple India online store. The laptop is offered in Space Black and Silver colour options. It is powered by the M6 chipset, which features a 12-core CPU. It is the tech giant’s first SoC built on the 2nm process. The new M6 configuration is only available with the 14.2-inch model.
Apple on Tuesday launched a refreshed version of its 24-inch iMac. The all-in-one desktop computer now comes with the M6 chip, which is Apple’s first computing platform fabricated using the 2nm process technology. It sports a 24-inch 4.5K Retina display. Like all of its recent computers that are powered by an Apple Silicon chipset, the new 24-inch iMac supports the new Apple Intelligence features, including Siri AI, running on macOS 27 Golden Gate.
Free Fire India (FFI) will be available to download in India from October 28, 2026, Garena announced on Tuesday. The battle royale game will be released as a standalone application on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. The launch kicks off with an exclusive Diwali event running until 15 November. Free Fire India is confirmed to include parental consent requirements for users under 18.
Apple's iPhone 18e is tipped to feature a 6.12-inch LTPS OLED display with a 60Hz refresh rate and a 2nm A20 chipset. A tipster claims the phone will retain a single 48-megapixel rear camera, while its front camera could get a 24-megapixel sensor. An earlier leak also pointed to 9GB of RAM, up from 8GB on the iPhone 17e. Apple has yet to confirm the specifications, pricing or launch date of its expected 2027 handset.
Apple released the iOS 27.2 update for iPhone on Monday. It is the second major iteration of the latest iPhone operating system, which was first rolled out in September alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. The update brings several new features, including new features and more languages for Siri AI. Users can also access contextual suggestions in Messages, which allow them to take quick actions in apps like Calendar and Reminders. The Cupertino-based tech giant patched several security vulnerabilities as well.
Apple finally launched its first foldable iPhone this year. The iPhone Duo is also the most expensive iPhone to date, but it appears to be facing some early teething problems. In recent days, the handset has had to contend with the challenges of adapting iOS to a book-style display, with some early adopters raising concerns about app optimisation. However, a more serious hardware issue appears to be emerging. Users have allegedly reported cracks on the inner display near the hinge, and Apple has now acknowledged the issue.
Apple launched the iPad mini (2026) in India and global markets on Monday. The tablet has debuted mere days before the ‘Pro and Tell’ event, where the Cupertino-based tech giant is expected to unveil its first touchscreen MacBook Pro. The iPad mini (2026) features a new 8.5-inch OLED screen, making it the first in the lineup to do so. It is powered by the A20 Pro chipset and comes with a landscape-oriented front camera. The tablet runs iPadOS 27 and supports new Apple Intelligence features, along with Siri AI.
Apple is reportedly rolling out a new anti-theft scanning device at its retail stores. This device can inspect returned iPhone models and run diagnostics without opening their packaging. The new system is designed to help the company identify missing or tampered-with devices. The scanners began arriving at Apple Stores earlier in October and are now becoming operational.
Flipkart Big Bang Diwali Sale 2026 will begin in India on October 28, the company has announced. During the sale event, Flipkart is confirmed to offer an instant discount of 10 percent with SBI credit and debit cards and SBI credit card EMI transactions. The company will also offer credit of up to Rs. 2 lakh, along with no-cost EMI options. Users will also be able to use Flipkart Pay Later to get a Rs. 1,000 discount. Further, the Flipkart Big Bang Diwali Sale 2026 is confirmed to list the iPhone 17, Samsung Galaxy S25 FE, Oppo K14x 5G, Boltt Ace, Ai+ Nova 2 Power 5G, Vivo T5 Lite, Poco X8 Power, HMD Vibe 2 5G, Realme P4 Power 5G, Motorola Edge 70 Pro, Nothing Phone (4a), Ai+ Nova 2 Neo, and Moto G37 Power at relatively low prices.
