Apple revenue up despite iPhone sales drop
Apple service products such as streaming and cloud continued to make gains while iPhone sales dropped, according to the company’s latest results.
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Google bug hunters say they found several Apple iMessage flaws
A team of Google bug researchers say they discovered six flaws in Apple’s iMessage app, one of which is yet to be fixed.
Heatwave causes iPhone handsets to display temperature warning screen
As the UK set a new record temperature for July, it’s not just people who are feeling the heat but electronic devices too, with some iPhone users reporting their handsets struggling to deal with the weather.
Apple urges older iPhone and iPad users to update to avoid GPS bug
Apple is to roll out software updates to some older devices in order to avoid a bug that could prevent them from using GPS.
Walkie Talkie app returns to Apple Watch after security update
The Apple Watch Walkie Talkie app has been reactivated after Apple confirmed that a security flaw which could have allowed people to eavesdrop on the conversations of others has been fixed.
Apple boss disputes reported tensions leading to Jony Ive’s exit
Apple boss Tim Cook has disputed a report suggesting that tensions led to the departure of design chief Sir Jonathan Ive, the Briton behind many of the company’s famous products.
British iPhone designer to leave Apple after more than 20 years
The British man who designed the iPhone, iPod and Mac is leaving Apple after more than 20 years – saying it is a “natural” time to go.
How can parents keep their children safe on social media?
Children as young as two are using social media, research from charity Barnardo’s has suggested.
All the key announcements from Apple’s WWDC
Apple has announced a wide range of updates across its software platforms, as the tech giant prepares for its next generation of devices.
Apple kills off iTunes after 18 years
Apple has confirmed it is to replace the iTunes service in its current form, as it splits the software across three apps.
Apple introduces period tracking and iOS dark mode
The Apple Watch is to allow female users to track their menstrual cycle from the device for the first time.
iPhone and Apple Watch updates expected at Apple’s developer conference
A dark mode for the iPhone and the end of iTunes could be among the announcements made by Apple on Monday at its annual developer conference.
Apple pledges to be ‘more upfront’ over iPhone battery life
Apple has formally committed to be “clearer and more upfront” with iPhone users about battery health and performance as part of a new agreement with the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), the department has said.
WhatsApp rolls out security fix amid spyware fears
WhatsApp has rushed to roll out a security fix after concerns were raised hackers could inject surveillance software on to phones via the call function.
Consumer watchdog questions claimed battery life of some iPhone handsets
Apple has been accused of “significantly overstating” the battery life of a number of its iPhone handsets following testing carried out by consumer watchdog Which?.
Apple boss Tim Cook renews calls for technology to be regulated
Apple chief executive Tim Cook has once again called for technology to be regulated, suggesting that the US could take inspiration from Europe’s GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) rules to better protect user data.
Apple boss Tim Cook renews calls for technology to be regulated
Apple chief executive Tim Cook has once again called for technology to be regulated, suggesting that the US could take inspiration from Europe’s GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) rules to better protect user data.
Apple and Qualcomm agree to settle legal cases
Apple and Qualcomm have agreed to settle all ongoing litigation between the two companies, ending a long-running legal battle between the tech giants.
Apple takes Group FaceTime offline after ‘eavesdropping’ glitch
Apple has taken its Group FaceTime feature offline following the discovery of a bug which reportedly allowed users to eavesdrop on others through the firm’s video calling app.
Tim Cook targets invisible data brokers in new call for more privacy protections
Apple boss Tim Cook has taken aim at invisible data brokers who trade users’ personal data, as the iPhone maker continues to distance itself from rivals on the issue of privacy.
Tim Cook teases ‘new services’ from Apple this year
Apple boss Tim Cook has revealed that the iPhone maker will launch new services later this year.
News of the iPhone’s death greatly exaggerated, analysts say
Apple’s iPhone is not nearing its end despite the company cutting sales forecasts, industry analysts have said.
Apple pulls iPhone 7 and 8 from German stores in patent spat
Apple is pulling older models of its iPhone from German stores after losing two patent cases brought by chipmaker Qualcomm, the company said.
Apple denies claims of iPhone sales ban in China
Chip-maker Qualcomm claims it has been granted two injunctions against Apple in China that prevent the sale of a range of iPhone handsets in the country.
Apple names Fortnite and Drake among most popular downloads of 2018
Fortnite has been named as the most downloaded free game of the year from Apple’s App Store.
Apple’s App Store and music-streaming service hit by technical issue
Apple customers were left unable to use some of its major services after a technical issue stopped them accessing the App Store and Apple Music.
This dad made an amazing action film with his kids as the stars
A dad has turned his sons into robot-fighting action heroes in a barn-storming action film shot entirely on an iPhone.
iPhone ‘spacebar trick’ sparks amazement among users
An iPhone keyboard hack that enables users to quickly move the cursor through the text of messages has sparked excitement among users, despite being available in some forms since 2015.
Apple boss defends taking billions from Google to use its search engine
Apple chief executive Tim Cook has defended the company accepting billions from Google to make its search engine the iPhone default, despite its commitment to privacy.
Apple to start selling iPhone and iPad devices directly on Amazon
Apple is to start selling a number of its products directly on Amazon as part of a deal between the two tech giants.