Apple Celebrates 20 Years of Podcasting with a List of Top 20 Favorites

Apple recently marked a significant milestone in the world of podcasting – 20 years since podcasts first landed on iTunes in 2005. To commemorate this occasion, Apple has launched a new webpage titled “Apple Podcasts 20 Years, 20 Podcasts We Love,” featuring a curated list of 20 standout podcasts that have made a lasting impact on the medium. This list is a testament to Apple’s commitment to the podcasting community, highlighting shows that have not only entertained[…]

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Apple Explores Film Distribution, Seeks Greater Control Over Movie Releases

Apple’s latest move in the film industry has sparked interest, with reports suggesting that the tech giant is looking to move into film distribution. This development comes as Apple’s “F1: The Movie” is set to hit theaters, distributed globally by Warner Bros. According to the Wall Street Journal, Apple executives are confident in the film’s potential success at the box office, which has led them to consider taking greater control over the distribution process. This move is[…]

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Apple Acquires Additional Office Space in Cupertino for $160 Million

In a recent development, Apple has purchased the Tantau office complex, located near Apple Park, for $160 million. The large office building, with a total area of 220,700 square feet, was already being utilized by Apple through a lease, but the company has now acquired it outright. The Tantau office complex, also referred to as Cupertino Gateway, is situated near the Apple Fitness Center and Apple Park’s oval parking garages, just off N Tantau Avenue, which leads[…]

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Apple Wallet Ad for F1 Movie Frustrates iPhone Users

A new advertisement for the upcoming F1 movie, prominently displayed in the Apple Wallet app, has sparked frustration among iPhone users. The ad, which appears as a banner within the app, promotes the motorsport-themed film but has been criticized for feeling intrusive and out of place in a utility app meant for managing payments and tickets. Many users took to social media to express their annoyance, with some describing the ad as “jarring” and others questioning Apple’s[…]

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iPhone 17 Pro May Introduce Advanced Cooling for Enhanced AI and Performance

Apple is poised to elevate its thermal management with the iPhone 17 Pro series, set to launch in September 2025. A recent leak suggests the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max will feature a vapor chamber cooling system, a technology prevalent in high-end Android devices like the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra but new to Apple’s smartphones. This upgrade aims to tackle heat dissipation during demanding tasks such as AI processing, gaming, and video recording. Vapor chamber cooling[…]

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Apple in Early Discussions to Potentially Acquire AI Startup Perplexity

Apple Inc. has initiated internal talks about the possibility of acquiring Perplexity, an artificial intelligence startup known for its innovative AI-powered search engine, according to sources familiar with the matter. The discussions, reported on June 20, 2025, are in their preliminary stages and may not lead to a finalized deal, but they signal Apple’s growing interest in bolstering its AI capabilities. Perplexity, founded by former OpenAI researchers, has gained attention for its unique approach to search, combining[…]

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Foxconn’s iPhone Exports from India to US Surge as China Faces Tariff Hikes

Nearly 97% of Foxconn’s iPhone exports from India are now directed to the United States, driven by escalating tariffs on Chinese goods, according to industry sources. This shift highlights India’s growing role as a key manufacturing hub for Apple’s supply chain as global trade dynamics evolve. Foxconn, Apple’s largest contract manufacturer, has significantly ramped up its operations in India, particularly at its Tamil Nadu facility. The company’s iPhone exports from India reached $10 billion in the fiscal[…]

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Apple’s Craig Federighi Explains Why Transforming iPad into a Mac-Like Device Took Years

Apple’s Senior Vice President of Software Engineering, Craig Federighi, recently shed light on the intricate process behind making the iPad more akin to a Mac, a transformation that took years due to the unique identity of the iPad. Speaking at an event, Federighi emphasized that Apple’s approach was rooted in preserving the iPad’s distinct user experience rather than simply turning it into a Mac clone. According to Federighi, the challenge was to enhance the iPad’s capabilities while[…]

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Vivo X Fold 5 May Support Apple Watch Connectivity

Vivo’s upcoming X Fold 5 could be a game-changer for foldable phone enthusiasts, as new leaks suggest it might offer compatibility with the Apple Watch. This would mark a significant step toward bridging the gap between Android and Apple ecosystems, allowing users to pair their Apple Watch with a non-iPhone device for the first time. Han Boxiao, vivo Product Manager, confirmed with a social post on Weibo that the Vivo X Fold 5 is expected to support Apple[…]

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Apple’s AI Journey: Federighi and Joswiak Discuss Siri’s Delay, Apple Intelligence Vision, and Future Plans

In an exclusive interview at WWDC 2025, Apple’s Senior Vice President of Software Engineering, Craig Federighi, and Senior Vice President of Worldwide Marketing, Greg Joswiak, sat down with Tom’s Guide and TechRadar to discuss the delay in Siri’s advanced features, the philosophy behind Apple Intelligence, and the company’s approach to AI innovation. The candid conversation shed light on why the upgraded Siri isn’t ready, how Apple’s AI strategy differs from competitors, and what users can expect in[…]

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