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Apple has released new firmware updates for AirPods Pro 3 and AirPods Pro 2, delivering versions 8B30 and 8B28 with bug fixes.

The 9th Circuit reversed a lower court's ban on Apple charging commissions for external links but ruled the company's 27% fee was prohibitive.

OpenAI has officially released GPT-5.2, its smartest model yet. The update features state-of-the-art reasoning, coding upgrades, and reduced hallucinations.

Internal code points to a new S10-powered HomePod mini and a second-gen AirTag with enhanced precision finding arriving in 2026.

Algoriddim has updated djay for iOS with Spotify integration, letting Premium users mix millions of songs directly on their iPhone or iPad.

Apple's AirPods Pro 3 have dropped down to a record low price of just $199! The new earbuds feature heart rate monitoring, improved ANC, and Live Translation.

Disney strikes a $1B deal with OpenAI to bring Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar characters to Sora. The partnership lets fans create AI videos starting in 2026.

Apple CEO Tim Cook urges Congress to reject mandatory App Store ID checks for age verification, citing major privacy concerns for users.

Internal code findings suggest Apple's 2026 base iPad will feature the A19 chip, while the iPad Air gets the M4 and custom N1 wireless silicon.

Internal code reveals Apple's next Studio Display will feature 120Hz ProMotion, HDR support, and a new A19 chip. Launch expected in 2026.

Disney has nominated former Apple COO Jeff Williams to its Board of Directors. Williams, who retired this year, led global operations and the Apple Watch team.

Adobe has launched Photoshop, Adobe Express, and Acrobat inside ChatGPT, letting users edit images, create designs, and manage PDFs through simple prompts.

IDC forecasts Apple's first foldable iPhone will launch in 2026, triggering a 30% surge in global shipments and reshaping the premium smartphone market.

Apple's AirPods Pro 3 have dropped back down to their record low price of $219.99. The new earbuds feature heart rate monitoring, improved ANC, and Live Translation.

Spotify is expanding its music video beta to Premium users in the U.S. and Canada, adding official videos, live performances, and seamless audio-video switching.

Apple expands Sneaky Sasquatch with a new update and in-store events. Plus, four new games including Cozy Caravan join Apple Arcade in January.

Apple TV sets April 15 premiere for David E. Kelley's 'Margo's Got Money Troubles,' starring Elle Fanning, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Nicole Kidman.

Apple has launched Tap to Pay on iPhone in Hong Kong, letting businesses accept contactless payments directly on an iPhone without extra hardware.

Apple's iPhone 16 was the world's best-selling smartphone in Q3 2025. The iPhone 17 Pro Max also cracked the top 10 despite limited availability.

Apple outlines new tools, including the Declared Age Range API, to help developers comply with Australia's strict social media ban for users under 16.

Apple has seeded a second Release Candidate (RC 2) for iOS 26.2 to developers.

Apple has released a new ad titled 'Outrun' that uses a high-stakes monster chase to demonstrate the speed and convenience of Apple Pay.

Apple chip chief Johny Srouji has reassured staff he has no plans to leave the company, silencing rumors of an imminent departure amid executive turnover.

Apple Watch Series 11 has dropped to a new record low of $299! Save $100 on the latest model featuring 24-hour battery life and hypertension notifications.

Apple is reportedly testing under-display Face ID components for the iPhone 18, potentially hiding biometric sensors beneath the screen sooner than expected.

Apple expands Fitness+ to 28 new markets, introducing digital dubbing in Spanish and German, a new K-Pop genre, and AirPods Pro 3 integration.

Apple expands its Manufacturing Academy with free online courses for U.S. businesses, covering automation, AI, and quality control.

Apple has confirmed its exclusive US Formula 1 coverage begins March 7, 2026. Watch a new teaser revealing the interface, Multiview support, and more.

Apple has released the trailer for "Born to be Wild," a new wildlife series narrated by Hugh Bonneville premiering December 19 on Apple TV.

Apple's chip chief Johny Srouji is reportedly considering leaving the company amid a wave of executive departures and engineering talent loss to rivals.

Apple, Google, and Samsung are pushing back against India's plan to require always-on satellite location tracking over major privacy and security concerns.

Apple's new AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation are still on sale for their lowest price ever of just $99!

OpenAI is reportedly moving up the release of GPT-5.2 to next week, declaring a 'code red' to counter Google's Gemini 3.

Apple faces a wave of executive exits and AI talent defections to rivals like OpenAI and Meta, raising concerns about the iPhone's future dominance.

Apple has announced that the 2025 MLS Cup will stream free on Apple TV this Saturday, featuring live footage captured on iPhone 17 Pro Max.

Netflix will acquire Warner Bros. and HBO in a massive $82.7 billion deal, uniting iconic franchises like Game of Thrones with its global streaming service.

Major leadership changes at Apple: Environmental chief Lisa Jackson retires, Kate Adams departs, and Jennifer Newstead is named General Counsel.

Apple has released the second Release Candidate for tvOS 26.2 (23K53). The update adds a new Kids Mode, better profile management, and last-minute bug fixes.

A new report claims Alan Dye's exit is the 'best news in decades' for Apple. New design chief Stephen Lemay is expected to prioritize function over form.

Apple TV has renewed "Tehran" for season four and set the season three premiere for January 9, 2026. Watch the new trailer starring Hugh Laurie here.

Apple names 'The Rest Is History' its 2025 Show of the Year. Hosted by Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook, it is the first UK show to win the platform's top honor.

Apple lights up London's Battersea Power Station with digital Christmas trees designed on iPad, featuring winning art from its public competition.

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has confirmed that former Apple VP Alan Dye will lead a new creative studio focused on AI hardware and 'intelligence as a design material.'

Apple has announced the winners of the 2025 App Store Awards, recognizing the year's best apps and games for iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and Vision Pro.

ExpressVPN has launched a completely new native app for Mac built on Catalyst and added a 'Fastest Location' feature for optimal connections.

Meet the Honeywell Home X8S, a new Matter-enabled smart thermostat that streams live video from Ring and First Alert doorbells directly to your wall.

Meta has poached Apple VP Alan Dye to lead a new design studio. Veteran designer Stephen Lemay will take over as Apple's interface design lead.

Apple has released the macOS Tahoe 26.2 Release Candidate (25C56) to developers. The update adds the Edge Light virtual ring light feature and other improvements.