Author: Hamza Hayat
In a highly anticipated court ruling, Apple emerged victorious in its legal battle with Epic Games, the maker of popular video game Fortnite. The case centered around Apple’s App Store rules and fees was closely watched by tech industry insiders, developers, and consumers alike. The decision, handed down by U.S. District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers, affirmed that Apple did not violate antitrust law by requiring developers to use the App Store as the only way to sell iPhone apps. This means Apple’s fees and control over the platform will unlikely change anytime soon. Apple sees the ruling as a significant…
Cupertino-based tech giant Apple is reportedly continuing its under-screen fingerprint sensor technology research to reintroduce Touch ID in its first full-screen model. According to a new rumor, the company is looking into the possibility of using under-screen Touch ID in future iPhones, despite the popularity of Face ID that debuted in 2017’s iPhone X. Since the introduction of Face ID, the roadmap for Touch ID on iPhones has been unclear. Some experts suggest that Apple is considering Face ID as the exclusive biometric solution for future models. However, Apple has been working on a Touch ID system designed to be…
Tech giant Apple is reportedly working on a new version of the HomePod, which will feature a 7-inch touchscreen panel. The device is designed to make integration with other Apple products easier, marking a shift in the company’s smart home strategy. Industry analyst Ming-Chi Kuo recently revealed that the upcoming HomePod would feature a larger display and will be supplied by Chinese company Tianma, which has a proven track record in making Android displays. Kuo, who is well-known for his accurate predictions on Apple’s supply chain, expects the new HomePod to be launched in early 2024. https://twitter.com/mingchikuo/status/1634070192086220800?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1634070192086220800%7Ctwgr%5E24acf96612a66facd9b6cb12d0bb20269bb914a9%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ilounge.com%2Fnews%2Fhomepod%2Fhomepod-with-massive-screen-to-debut-in-2024 The new HomePod…
Apple has recently rolled out a Rapid Security Response (RSR) update to beta testers of macOS 13.3 and iOS 16.4 platforms. The RSR update is designed to address any discovered security vulnerabilities as quickly as possible. While the 16.4(a) version is the first RSR update released for macOS 13.3 and iOS 16.4 beta platforms, it is the second RSR update Apple has released for a macOS Beta. The company released the first RSR update earlier but did not add any new features. Instead, Apple used the update as a test to ensure its functionality before its deployment for an actual…
Lionel Andrés Messi, the Argentine footballer, has gifted 35 custom-made iPhone 14 Pro models to his teammates in the Argentina national football team as a gesture of appreciation for their support during the World Cup 2022 campaign in Qatar. The iPhones, which cost approximately $4,800 each, were made by iDesign Gold and featured a 24-karat gold plaque on the back with the person’s name, shirt number, and the logo of the AFA (Asociacion del Futbol Argentino). Messi, who had led Argentina to their first World Cup victory in 36 years, spent around $170,000/€160,000 on the gifts. The customized iPhones were…