Apple reported fourth‑quarter earnings that exceeded analysts’ expectations, and newly appointed CEO John Ternus used the earnings call to affirm his confidence in the company’s trajectory. Ternus, echoing Tim Cook’s inaugural address style, declared Apple “the greatest company in the world” and highlighted the recent “prolific launch period,” citing new devices and innovations across all product categories. He praised the talent pool spanning engineering, design, development, supply‑chain operations and retail, emphasizing the collective effort behind Apple’s performance. The remarks [...]

Germany’s federal cybersecurity office warned that members of the Bundestag and other high‑profile individuals may have been targeted by state‑backed spyware after Apple sent threat notifications to iPhone users. The alerts, which Apple issues when it detects zero‑click exploits capable of stealing messages and location data, covered users in 99 countries. German spokesperson Stefan Kornelius said the government is taking the incident seriously, though he did not confirm which officials were affected, including Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Apple does [...]

Apple announced that it has recovered most of the extra tariffs it paid to the U.S. government after the Supreme Court struck down the “reciprocal” tariff regime in February. The company said the refunds, first disclosed in June as roughly $2.2 billion, contributed about a 1 percentage‑point boost to its 47.9 % gross margin and added $0.05 to its diluted earnings per share of $2.10 for the fourth quarter. While Apple did not disclose the exact amount received, analysts estimate [...]

Apple code sleuth pdfu has uncovered settings in HomeView version 27.2 that enable the device to function as a HomeKit security camera. The software includes options for streaming or recording using the built‑in camera, with activation triggers for when users are home, away or asleep. Apple implements strong privacy safeguards: an indicator light and audible alert signal active recording, and household members receive notifications. The system blocks remote activation if anyone is present inside, requiring changes only [...]

Amazon has reduced the price of the newly released Apple Watch Ultra 4 by $99.01, bringing the cost of select models to $699.99, the lowest level recorded since launch. The discount applies to several configurations, including the Natural Titanium case with a Translucent Gray Ocean Band, and two Black Titanium variants paired with Burgundy Trail Loop or Alpine Loop bands, all featuring GPS + Cellular connectivity. Amazon’s promotion is positioned as an early‑holiday savings event and mirrors [...]

Apple Watch users who noticed an incorrect time display after the recent daylight‑saving shift can resolve the issue without a software update. Apple’s support page advises a three‑step process: change to any alternate watch face, revert to the preferred face, then restart the device. The sequence forces the watch’s internal clock to resynchronize with the iPhone’s time settings, correcting the discrepancy that sometimes persists after the automatic adjustment at 2 a.m. local time. The fix applies to all [...]

Apple is set to launch three refreshed iPad models early next year, following the recent OLED‑equipped iPad mini. The new iPad Air will feature an OLED display, likely retain a 60 Hz panel, and may upgrade to an M5 chip, priced around $799‑$899. The base iPad will receive an A19 chip, 8 GB RAM, and Apple Intelligence support, with no major design changes. The iPad Pro will add a vapor‑chamber cooler and a new M6 or M7 chip, starting [...]