European Union probes Apple, Google, Meta under new digital law
Among six firms named as market "gatekeepers" under the EU's landmark Digital Markets Act -- along with Amazon, TikTok owner ByteDance and Microsoft -- the companies have been obliged to comply with the new law since March 7.
Apple unhappy as EU agree on common charger for all its devices
The EU said the current situation remained wasteful and that European consumers spent approximately 2.4 billion euros ($2.8 billion) annually on standalone chargers they bought separately.Apple unveils message recall, other ‘wish list’ features
Apple opened Monday its first in-person developers conference since the onset of the pandemic with chips, maps and a way to delete precipitously sent messages, but was mum on any virtual reality offerings. The tech giant touted new features and capabilities being built into the operating systems running iPhone, Apple...Saudi Aramco overtakes Apple as world’s most valuable company
The Saudi Arabian national petroleum and natural gas company, billed as the largest oil producing company in the world, was valued at $2.42 trillion based on the price of its shares at close of market. Apple, meanwhile, has seen its share price drop over the past month and was valued...Apple looks to foil secret AirTag tracking with tweaks
Apple said it is working on enabling iPhones to more precisely locate AirTags to help people find any planted without their consentFinal refrain for iPod as Apple stops production
It packed "a mind-blowing 1,000 songs" the company said at the time, and together with Apple's iTunes shop established a new distribution model for the music industry.Xbox makes Fortnite free to play on phones
The popular battle royale title from Epic Games will be the first free-to-play game available through an Xbox Cloud Gaming service available in 26 countries.Apple Q2 profits rise 5.8%
However, it warned of a $4-8bn hit from Covid and supply chain woes.Foxconn and Saudi in talks to create microchips manufacturing facility
Foxconn Technology Group and Saudi Arabia are expected to jointly build a $9 billion facility that can make microchips, electric-vehicle components and other electronics. Foxconn, which is a supplier to Apple Inc, did not immediately respond to a request for comment, official sources said. According to reports, the Saudi authorities...Boeing halts Russia support
It has stopped its Moscow operations and support for Russian airlines.Apple pauses Russia sales
Apple Pay and other services are also limited in Russia.At $2.24trn value, Aramco tests Apple for the top slot
Aramco is inching closer to dislodging Apple as the world's most valuable company when the former's shares rose up, taking the market value of the Saudi company to $2.24 trillion. The market capitalization of Apple stands at $2.6 trillion.Meta lays out moves being made to build the metaverse
The metaverse is a 3D virtual world where people will be able to interact using sensors, head gear and other gadgets.Google to overhaul ad tracking system on Android devices
Google announced plans Wednesday to limit ad tracking on its Android operating system running on billions of devices, a sensitive privacy issue that rival Apple has already moved to address on its iPhones. Tech giants are under growing pressure to better balance privacy and ad-targeting, as users complain and regulators...Online privacy and profit clash with fortunes at stake
At the heart of the issue is how much internet companies should know about people's online lives, which is key to how much Big Tech makes on ads.Apple hits revenue record
The expectations-beating results offered signals that the coronavirus-era tech boom may not be quite over yet.iPhone retakes top spot in China
iPhone accounted for 23% of the market in Oct-Dec.US lawsuit could turn global headache for Google
If the search giant loses this lawsuit, it could have to pay back a significant portion of the revenue it generated through advertisements.Apple hits $3trn valuation
It has become the first US company to reach that valuation.Tech 2022 trends: Meatless meat, Web 3.0, Big Tech battles
Meat alternatives have become common in an increasing number of US households, thanks in part to Beyond Meat and Impossible Food plant-based products.Apple’s iPhone prices bite in Turkey despite Black Friday
Persistent double-digit inflation and the weakness of the Turkish currency has eroded the purchasing power of Turkish consumers, leading to a cost of living crisis and pressure on the government to act. The iPhone 12, one of Apple's bestsellers, cost 10,999 liras on Thursday evening.Apple loses bid to stall apps bypassing pay system in Epic Games case
A judge rejected Apple's request to delay letting App Store offerings bypass its payment system as ordered by the court was, saying it had 30 days to comply in a case brought by Epic Games.Google debuts new Pixel
Smartphone sales are dominated by Apple, SamsungApple cuts iPhone 13 output forecast on chip shortage: report
Apple is unlikely to meet production goals for its new iPhone before the holidays because of a global electronic chip shortage, a report said Tuesday. The firm had planned to produce 90 million iPhone 13s before the end of the year, but will have to settle with 80 million as...UAE may open VoIP services to all next year
Mobile phone users in the Gulf country are currently allowed to use the internet-enabled video and audio calls only through BOTIM app.Apple appeals verdict in App Store battle
The verdict ordered Apple to loosen control of its App Store payment options but said Epic failed to prove any antitrust violations.Apple, Google ‘chokepoint’ row
The companies face outrage after pulling a Russian opposition app.Apple’s iPhone 13 set to capture 5G potential
Apple Inc today revealed iPhone 13, Series 7 smart watch, and an iPad Mini with 5G connectivity. The iPhones will have brighter screens and will be available in several colors. The phone will start at $699, and participating wireless carriers will offer up to $700 off for qualifying trade-ins.Apple fix for Pegasus breach
Researchers found the problem while analysing a Saudi activist's phoneWhat’s the impact of the Apple app store court ruling?
Apple was forced to loosen the grip it holds on its App Store payment system. The tech giant requires developers to adhere to its rules for what apps can or can't do, and makes them use the App Store payment system for all transactions there.WhatsApp users may encrypt backups
FB was recently accused of breaching WhatsApp users’ privacy.Apple ordered to loosen app payment system
Epic had launched the case to break Apple's grip on App Store.Snowden slams new Apple feature
The NSA whistleblower has said other companies following suit could lead to a torrent of privacy breaches across the board.Next Apple Watch could check for dehydration
With temperatures rising globally, this could be a useful feature for users of this Apple device.Apple defends anti-abuse features
Encryption, privacy specialists have said the tool could be exploited.From Jun 15, Facebook employees can opt for remote work permanently
Facebook will let any employee to work remotely permanently if the job can be performed that way Company expects it will have most of its US campuses at 50 percent capacity by early September Facebook on Wednesday said it will give employees the option of sticking with remote work for...