iPhone and Apple News

iOS 18.3.1 and iPadOS 18.3.1 Released With Important Security Fix​

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Apple has rolled out iOS 18.3.1 and iPadOS 18.3.1, and if you haven’t updated yet, you should do so as soon as possible. This update patches a security vulnerability that has been actively exploited in the wild.

What’s the Issue?​

According to Apple’s security documentation, the update fixes an accessibility-related vulnerability that could disable USB Restricted Mode on a locked...

 

Apple Reports Record-Breaking First Quarter with $124.3 Billion in Revenue​

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Apple has kicked off 2025 with its best quarter ever, posting record-breaking revenue of $124.3 billion, marking a 4% year-over-year increase. The company also set an all-time high for earnings per share (EPS) at $2.40, a 10% increase from the previous year.

Apple CEO Tim Cook attributed the company’s success to a standout holiday season, driven by...

 

Apple Maintains Its Reign as the World’s Most Admired Company for 18 Years Straight​

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Apple has once again secured the top spot in Fortune’s annual ranking of the World’s Most Admired Companies, marking its 18th consecutive year at No. 1. The rankings, based on surveys of 3,380 business leaders across various industries, evaluate companies on key factors such as innovation, investment value, social responsibility, and talent attraction...

 

Apple and SpaceX Team Up to Bring Starlink Satellite Support to iPhones​

Apple has quietly collaborated with SpaceX and T-Mobile to integrate Starlink satellite connectivity into iPhones, providing an alternative to its existing Globalstar satellite communication service. This partnership, previously undisclosed, was confirmed with the release of iOS 18.3, which includes support for the Starlink network.

The collaboration marks a significant shift for Apple, which...

 

iPhone SE 4 to Feature Notch Instead of Dynamic Island​

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Apple’s upcoming iPhone SE 4 will reportedly feature a notch similar to the iPhone 14, rather than adopting the Dynamic Island, according to display analyst Ross Young. This aligns with earlier rumors positioning the iPhone SE 4 as a low-cost model based on the iPhone 14. According to Young, the iPhone SE 4 will include a notch that mirrors the one found in the iPhone 14...

 

15 Years of iPad: Reflecting on Apple’s Revolutionary Tablet

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Yesterday marked 15 years since Steve Jobs took the stage at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts in San Francisco to unveil the original iPad. Announced on January 27, 2010, Apple’s groundbreaking tablet has since become a cornerstone of the company’s product lineup, defining a category that continues to evolve.

The first-generation iPad was designed to...

 

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Apple has created an immersive and interactive experience to promote the highly anticipated second season of Severance, the critically acclaimed Apple TV+ series. The event was hosted at New York City’s Grand Central Terminal, featuring a unique pop-up installation that brought fans into the world of Lumon Industries.

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At the center of the event is a striking glass...

 

Apple Likely to Face Bigger Challenges in 2025​

In his latest industry research, noted Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo predicts that Apple will encounter significant hurdles in 2025. Despite the company’s past successes, Kuo points out several key factors that could hinder growth—ranging from nearly stagnant iPhone demand to underwhelming progress with Apple Intelligence (AI) and a continued decline in the Chinese smartphone market.

Below is a summary of Kuo’s key...

 

Apple and Goldman Sachs Allow Payment Delays for Apple Card Users Affected by Los Angeles Fires

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Apple and financial partner Goldman Sachs are offering temporary payment relief to Apple Card customers impacted by the recent fires in Los Angeles. Under Apple’s Disaster Relief Program, eligible individuals can postpone their upcoming monthly payment without accruing interest for that billing cycle.

The program applies to Apple Card holders residing in a region that...

 

Apple Fitness+ has unveiled an exciting lineup of updates for 2025, offering new ways to stay active and mindful. This year’s offerings include innovative programs for strength training, pickleball, yoga, and breath meditation. The service also debuts a partnership with Strava, bringing even more motivation and integration to users.

New Programs for Every Fitness Journey​

Progressive Strength Training:​

Apple Fitness+ introduces “Three Perfect...