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 reportedly planning major changes for iOS 27, including a customisable Camera app and a redesigned Siri experience. Users may be able to choose which camera controls appear on screen and where they are placed. Siri could gain a new Dynamic Island interface, a dedicated app, and web search capabilities. Apple is also expected to update Safari, Weather, and Image Playground, while refining system animations and tab bars. The company is likely to unveil iOS 27 at WWDC on June 8.
IDC has released data from its Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, which suggests that India recorded 31 million smartphone shipments in Q1, marking a sharp decline of 4.1 percent from the same period last year. The reason behind the falling shipments is said to be the subdued consumer sentiment because of the post-festive slowdown, along with increasing prices of smartphones and a cautious spending sentiment. While the total number of smartphone shipments in India declined, the total value of handsets grew by 5.8 percent in Q1, IDC highlighted.
Google on Monday announced that it has started rolling out end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging to iPhone models running iOS 26.5 beta and Android handsets. The feature is currently available in beta in select global markets, including Canada and the US. While iPhone owners will be able to use the feature via the iMessage app, Android users can access RCS messaging with the latest version of the Google Messages app. Apple was recently spotted testing RCS messaging between iOS and Android devices in the first beta version of the iOS 26.5 update.
Apple has begun testing the new automatic tabs grouping feature for its native browser Safari, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman writes in the latest edition of his weekly newsletter ‘Power On’. The new functionality on Safari is said to be similar to the tabs organisation feature on Google Chrome. While users can currently group tabs manually, based on their preferences and usage, the upcoming tool will reportedly group all the tabs automatically, eliminating the need to create groups and organise tabs manually. The feature is expected to roll out to iPhone and iPad models, along with Mac devices with the upcoming iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27 updates.
Apple’s Liquid Glass push has been in the news for some time now. Released with iOS 27 and related software updates, it brings a fresh visual makeover, with glass-like elements in the UI. While it has appealed to some, others have called it a Windows Vista-lookalike, along with the corresponding problems that came along with it. As per a seasoned journalist, the Cupertino-based tech giant is preparing a refined version of its Liquid Glass interface with macOS 27. It is said to focus on improving readability, polishing transparency effects, and fixing visual inconsistencies.
Apple has long been rumoured to be developing a new pair of AirPods equipped with built-in cameras and AI-powered features. While the Cupertino-based tech giant has yet to confirm the plans, it is said to be nearing the final stages of development. According to a seasoned journalist, the purported device has entered advanced testing stages and could arrive as part of Apple’s broader artificial intelligence (AI) strategy.
Flipkart Summer Sale is now live for Flipkart Black and Plus members, the e-commerce platform revealed on Friday. On top of this, the company has also revealed deals on various electronics, including smartphones, smartwatches, true wireless stereos (TWS), air conditioners, refrigerators, washing machines, smart TVs, laptops, PC peripherals, and home appliances, from brands like Apple, Realme, Poco, Vivo, and Redmi. During the sale event, customers will be able to get their hands on the iPhone 17 at a discounted price of Rs. 71,900.
Apple may discontinue the 256GB MacBook Neo model as rising DRAM prices and higher manufacturing costs affect production, according to analyst Tim Culpan. The laptop currently starts at $599 (roughly Rs. 56,600) in the US and Rs. 69,900 in India. Apple has reportedly doubled its MacBook Neo production target to 10 million units after strong demand exceeded expectations. The company is also said to be ordering fresh A18 Pro chips from TSMC for the next production cycle while suppliers work to reduce delivery delays.
Apple is all set to host its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June, where it is expected to preview its latest software updates for iPhone, iPad, and other devices. Alongside, the Cupertino-based tech giant will also entertain the winners of the 2026 Swift Student Challenge programme at Apple Park. Ahead of WWDC, Apple has highlighted four standout app playgrounds. The showcased apps focus on accessibility, health, education, and disaster management and demonstrate the use of Apple technologies, AI tools, and on-device machine learning to solve real-world problems.
Apple is using a new internal stacking technique for its first book-style foldable to offer a relatively more repairable design, a tipster claims on Weibo. The Cupertino-based tech is reportedly employing a “reasonable and elegant" (translated from Chinese) internal stacking method, making its foldable display the “easiest” to disassemble and replace. The design is said to be free of “complex interconnected wiring”, to provide a modular design. The handset is expected to be launched later this year, along with the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max.
Apple on Wednesday launched its new clean energy and environmental initiatives in India, the Cupertino-based tech giant announced in a press release. As part of its new initiatives, the iPhone maker plans to invest Rs. 100 crore in the country to build renewable energy capacity. For its new green initiatives, the Tim Cook-led tech giant has partnered with the Mumbai-based renewable energy company CleanMax. Apple claims that this will help it achieve its carbon-neutral goals by 2030.
Apple has been rumoured to introduce the iPhone 18 series at “aggressive pricing”, despite the soaring component costs. While there is still considerable time before the handsets launch, a recent leak has shed light on the possible design of the iPhone 18 Pro. According to a report, CAD renders of the purported handset have surfaced, which reveal a noticeably smaller Dynamic Island. The move, if it comes to fruition, could finally mean that Face ID components could be moved under the display.
Apple may allow users to choose third-party AI models across Apple Intelligence features on iPhones, iPads, and Macs, according to a new report. The feature is reportedly planned for iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27 later this fall. Users could select AI providers through the Settings app for features such as Siri, Writing Tools, and Image Playground. Apple is also said to be testing integrations with Google and Anthropic. The report further claims Siri could support different AI voices and a redesigned standalone app.
Apple has reportedly reached a settlement in the class action lawsuit filed by iPhone owners over the Cupertino-based tech giant's claims on the capabilities of its “Apple Intelligence” suite of tools, according to a report citing a court filing. The tech giant could reportedly pay $250 million (about Rs. 2,367 crore) in total in compensation to a select group of iPhone owners in the US. Owners of iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max, along with owners of iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, who bought their handset between June 2024 and March 2025, will be eligible to receive compensation from Apple.
Apple will equip the rumoured 20th anniversary iPhone model with solid-state buttons, a tipster claims. The smartphone, whcih is expected to launch next year, could be marketed as the iPhone 20. Apple has reportedly completed “accurate” pressure recognition tests under gloved hands, wet hands, in extreme temperatures, and with the phone case on. Moreover, the Tim Cook-led tech giant will reportedly equip the handset with an “ultra-low power chip”, which will power the buttons, allowing the iPhone 20 to recognise pressure and provide feedback even when the handset has been turned off.
Apple may delay the launch of the standard iPhone 18, according to a new supply chain leak from China. The leak claims Apple has extended production of the iPhone 17 and increased manufacturing capacity for the handset ahead of China’s Singles’ Day sales in November. The move suggests the iPhone 17 could remain Apple’s main base model for longer than usual. Earlier reports had already suggested Apple may separate the launch schedules of its standard and premium iPhone models, with the base iPhone 18 potentially arriving in early 2027.
Apple is in early talks with Intel, the US-based tech giant, to offer a chip manufacturing contract to the company for future Apple SoCs, according to a report citing people with knowledge of the matter. On top of this, executives of the Cupertino company have reportedly visited the new Samsung facility in Texas, which is currently under construction, and which could manufacture “advanced chips” for the Tim Cook-led firm. This is said to allow the company to shift its chip manufacturing to the US, reducing its dependence on Taiwan-based TSMC.
FCC reportedly voted unanimously to advance a proposal to bar all Chinese labs from testing electronic devices meant to be used in the US. About 75 percent of all US electronics are tested in China, and the agency wants to adopt a new approval process for devices tested in US labs or labs from other countries that are not seen as security risks. Further, the FCC voted to move forward with a plan to ban companies like China Mobile, China Telecom, and China Unicom from running data centres in the US.
iPhone 17 series took the first three spots in becoming the best-selling smartphones globally in the first quarter (Q1) of 2026, according to the latest Counterpoint Research report. Leading the pack was the standard iPhone 17 model, commanding a 6 percent market share of all the handsets sold globally in the quarter. Following the standard model were the iPhone 17 Pro Max and the iPhone 17 Pro models, occupying second and third positions, respectively. Out of the top 10 best-selling smartphones globally, four handsets were from Apple.
Google may be testing a redesign for its Gemini app, as early screenshots shared on Reddit suggest a more dynamic interface. The update appears to bring animated backgrounds, a cleaner layout, and a unified menu for tools. The redesign has only been spotted on iOS so far and does not seem widely available yet. Reports indicate that Gemini could become more responsive and easier to use, but Android users may have to wait longer as the rollout appears to be limited and still under testing.
Apple is expected to employ an "aggressive pricing strategy" for its rumoured iPhone 18 Pro Max and iPhone 18 Pro models, according to a research note from market analyst Jeff Pu seen by 9to5Mac. This hints that the Cupertino-based tech giant could either keep the prices of the two smartphones unchanged from their predecessors or increase their prices marginally. The analyst also predicts that the market share of Android smartphones could decrease, as the difference between the prices of iPhone models and premium Android handsets will not be as stark.
Amazon Great Summer Sale will begin in India on May 8. Just ahead of the sale, Amazon has started teasing several deals. Smartphones from global brands like Samsung, Apple and Realme are set to receive significant price cuts during the sale. Shoppers can avail up to 10 percent instant discount on purchases made using HDFC credit cards and Easy EMI transactions during the sale.
Apple is said to be testing a new feature that could bring the standard Apple Watch much closer to the Ultra model, at least visually. According to a report, the Cupertino-based tech giant is experimenting with a redesigned interface inspired by Apple Watch Ultra’s Modular Ultra watch face. It is expected to be included as a new watch face in the watchOS 27 update, which could be first previewed at WWDC 2026 in June.
Apple could be reconsidering one of its most popular iPhone features, MagSafe, which has become a staple on modern handsets. According to a tipster, there is an internal debate within the Cupertino-based tech giant about whether it should continue to be a standard feature on future models. Given how widely MagSafe has been adopted across accessories and third-party ecosystems, the move, if it comes to fruition, could mark a significant shift in Apple’s hardware strategy.
Intel Core 5 320 processor, codenamed Wildcat Lake, has reportedly been listed on the PassMark benchmarking platform. The unreleased processor is expected to compete with the MacBook Neo’s Apple Silicon A18 Pro chipset. The unreleased Intel processor is said to feature a six-core CPU, comprising two efficiency cores, delivering a peak clock speed of 4.6GHz, and four efficiency cores. The A18 Pro SoC also features a six-core CPU. However, Intel has yet to confirm the anticipated release of the new Intel Core 5 320 processor.
Apple is said to be heading into one of its most challenging supply chain phases. According to a report, global memory shortage threatens to increase the cost of future iPhones significantly. The primary culprit is likely to be the memory component, which, historically, accounted for a relatively small portion of smartphone manufacturing costs. However, it may reportedly account for nearly 45 percent of an iPhone’s total value by 2027, as demand for AI data centres continues to rise.
AirDrop support on Android through Quick Share is expanding to more brands, including Oppo and Vivo models. The feature allows direct file sharing between Android phones and iPhones once AirDrop visibility is enabled. It was previously limited to Pixel and Samsung Galaxy devices. While transfer speeds may be slower than native methods, the feature simplifies cross-platform sharing. The rollout appears to be gradual, with recent updates enabling the feature on select devices and suggesting wider availability in the future.
Apple has long been rumoured to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the iPhone next year. While the Cupertino-based tech giant is gearing up to introduce the iPhone 18 lineup in September, all eyes are on Apple’s 2027 iPhone. According to a tipster, the purported handset will come with an “entirely new display language”, including an all-curved screen, which could potentially deliver a near-bezel-less viewing experience — a first for the iPhone.
Lovable, the popular artificial intelligence (AI)-powered full-stack coding platform, launched its mobile app on Monday. Available on both the Play Store and the App Store, the app brings vibe coding capabilities to smartphones and lets users generate websites and apps on the go. While the mobile app does not come with the full functionality of the website, users can still prompt their ideas, preview the results, and iterate on them.
Apple on Tuesday announced a new payment model for auto-renewing subscriptions on the App Store. As per the Cupertino-based tech giant, it is aimed at offering users more flexible pricing options alongside ensuring long-term revenue for developers. As part of the initiative, customers will be able to commit to a 12-month subscription to a service while paying for it on a monthly basis, eliminating the upfront annual fees.
Apple is said to be preparing a major overhaul of the photo editing features on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. According to a seasoned journalist, the Cupertino-based tech giant is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to catch up and compete with its Android rivals. It is reportedly developing a new suite of tools for iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27 operating systems, which are likely to be previewed at WWDC 2026 before being publicly released later this Fall.
Apple’s latest iPhone 17 series is said to have run into a potential issue affecting several users. According to recent reports and online user discussions, some units are allegedly failing to power back on after their batteries are completely drained. It seems to affect all models in the Cupertino-based tech giant’s latest lineup, including the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone Air.
Apple's next CEO, John Ternus, is scheduled to take charge of the Cupertino-based tech giant on September 1. During a town hall meeting last, Ternus reportedly assured Apple employees that he plans to expand the Apple Services portfolio further, while highlighting the role Apple Pay has planned in transforming the way people buy things. Ternus will also oversee the launch of various new product categories, including the foldable iPhone, foldable iPad, AI-powered smart hub, and the rumoured touchscreen MacBook.
Apple will market its first book-style foldable smartphone as the iPhone Ultra, according to a report citing industry sources. This corroborates earlier reports that the Cupertino-based tech giant is planning to adopt the Ultra branding for its rumoured foldable, which is expected to sit above iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max models. The purported iPhone Ultra will not arrive as part of the iPhone 18 lineup, which means it will not have the number 18 in its name, similar to last year’s iPhone Air. On top of this, the company will reportedly also call the rumoured MacBook model with an OLED touchscreen as the MacBook Ultra.
Apple's first foldable could be thicker than the Cupertino-based tech giant's flagship iPhone 17 Pro Max, according to the leaked internal diagrams of the smartphone. The handset is said to be 9.23mm thick in the folded state, which is marginally thicker than the iPhone 17 Pro Max's 8.75mm thickness. The camera module is shown to measure 4.46mm, which means that it could be approximately 13mm thick at its thickest point. The tech giant is expected to launch the new phone later this year, in September, along with the iPhone 18 Pro lineup.
Apple’s incoming Chief Executive Officer (CEO), John Ternus, is said to take the reins of the Cupertino-based tech giant on September 1. In the latest edition of his ‘Power On’ newsletter, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman writes that Tim Cook will be leaving Ternus with a strong product lineup, with multiple devices either in the development phase or awaiting launch. Moreover, Ternus will reportedly also be overseeing Apple’s entry into various new product categories. Soon after he takes charge, Apple will reportedly launch its first foldable smartphone, which could be called the iPhone Ultra.
iPhone 18 Pro Max design has been spotted in the images of its dummy unit. The images have been shared by the tech YouTube creator Vadim Yuryev. The images show the dummy units of the iPhone 18 Pro Max and last year’s iPhone 17 Pro Max, comparing the designs of the two smartphones. The rumored iPhone 18 Pro Max appears with a familiar design. However, the Cupertino-based tech giant might make subtle changes to the handset’s camera module, which appears to be bigger than the current generation flagship iPhone model. Similarly, the camera lenses, placed inside the rectangular camera plateau, appear to be bigger on the iPhone 18 Pro Max.
WhatsApp has integrated mobile recharges into the popular messaging app. The platform has collaborated with Dutch payments company PayU to enable the service in the country across WhatsApp for Android and iOS. With the latest update, Airtel, Jio, and Vodafone Idea users can choose from a range of recharge plans and carry out recharges within a few taps without leaving WhatsApp. This facility is rolling out in phases and will be available to all users over the coming weeks.
iPhone 18 has been in the rumour mill recently, with leaks suggesting it might not come with major upgrades over the iPhone 17. According to a new supply chain report, the divide between the standard and Pro models could get even wider this year compared to previous generations, especially in terms of display features. The iPhone 18 will reportedly use an older OLED panel manufactured by Samsung’s display division, while the Pro models could adopt the latest in display technology.
Apple started rolling out the iOS 26.4.2 update on Wednesday. While the latest update does not include any new features, it does fix a major bug. The new firmware version comes with the security patch CVE-2026-28950. The patch addresses an issue related to Notification Services on devices running iOS 26.4.1 or earlier iOS versions, where the devices stored deleted message notifications in their notification database. This bug was reportedly exploited by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) of the US managed to access deleted Signal messages from the iPhone’s notification database.
Apple is said to be working on several upgrades for future iPhone models, including a 1/1.12-inch ultra-large main sensor, optical image stabilisation (OIS) for ultra-wide lenses, and a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto camera. The iPhone 18 Pro models are said to offer a variable aperture system. If the testing proves successful, these technologies will be rolled out progressively with each new generation, with a slightly curved aperture emerging as a defining feature.
Control Ultimate Edition is now available on iPhone and iPad, Remedy Entertainment has announced. The game comes with universal purchase, controller support, and touch controls. Control Ultimate Edition includes the base game, two expansions, and other additional content.
Apple announced on Tuesday that it will introduce stricter network security mandates with its next major iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS updates. Hence, the tech giant is asking IT administrators and device management service (DMS) developers to start preparing their network environments for the upcoming changes and conduct an audit to “identify servers” that are not compliant with the upcoming security requirements. This comes weeks before Apple's WWDC 2026 event, which is expected to see introduction of iOS 27.
Apple is said to be testing a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto lens for its future iPhone models. The first iPhone with a 200-megapixel telephoto camera may not launch until 2028. That would be a massive increase over the 48-megapixel sensors used in the latest iPhone 17 Pro models. Vivo's X series smartphones and Samsung's Galaxy S25 Ultra, Galaxy S25 Ultra, and Galaxy S26 Ultra use a 200-megapixel telephoto camera.
Apple’s incoming CEO, John Ternus, is said to have already begun reshaping parts of the company’s operations with a particular emphasis on AI. Ternus’ formal transition into the Cupertino-based tech giant’s top role was recently confirmed and is set to take place in September. However, a report suggests that Apple's current Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering is already focusing on integrating AI more deeply into the company’s internal operations.
A new leak has revealed a list of iPhone models compatible with iOS 27. As per the leak, the upcoming operating system will only be available on iPhone 12 and newer models. Apple's iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 11 Pro, and iPhone 11 models, which launched in 2019, are absent from the list. These models currently support iOS 26. The alleged compatibility list includes the iPhone 12 lineup, iPhone SE (3rd generation), iPhone 13 series, iPhone 14 series and more.
Apple on Monday rolled out the iOS 26.5 Beta 3 update for iPhone. While it is not a major update, there are still fixes for several bugs and glitches discovered in previous iterations of the OS. The Cupertino-based tech giant says iOS 26.5 Beta 3 resolves an issue where some wallpapers failed to install or could not be removed from the Wallpaper Gallery. Apart from this, developers will be able to access four new features in the native software framework StoreKit.
iPhone 18 will be launched with various downgrades compared to the iPhone 17, including but not limited to manufacturing process, chipset specifications, and RAM, according to a tipster. Apple is reportedly planning to do this to save costs. Moreover, these downgrades are said to bring the standard iPhone 18 model closer to the rumoured low-cost handset in the series, iPhone 18e. This comes as a report recently highlighted that the company is planning to launch the iPhone 18 at the same price as its predecessor, despite the soaring memory prices.
Apple veteran Tim Cook will step down from his position as CEO, the company announced on Monday. The leadership transition, which is set to take place later this year, will see Cook hand over the reins to a senior executive within the company. The move, which the Cupertino-based tech giant claims was approved unanimously by the Board of Directors, marks one of the most significant leadership changes at Apple since Cook took over the position after the passing of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs in 2011.
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) said in an April 8 order that Apple has not submitted details of its financials and its views on the investigation since October 2024, and instead cited a separate case pending in the Delhi High Court where the company has challenged India's entire antitrust penalty law.
