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When thieves make off with someone's smartphone, they probably do not expect that device to become a star witness against them. Yet that is exactly what happened in recent UK cases where Apple's Find My technology helped police dismantle major theft operations. Everyday consumer tech, once just convenience, now doubles as a quiet crime-fighting partner.

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Since the DMA entered into force on Nov. 1, 2022, and began to apply from May 2, 2023, Apple isn't pulling any punches. The company claims regulators have created a mess that's hurting the very people the law was supposed to help. It argues that the DMA is forcing "concerning changes" to how it designs products, while Samsung currently leads European smartphone shipments and, unlike Apple, was not among the Commission's first designated DMA gatekeepers (Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, ByteDance, Meta,...

Apple just dropped some serious updates to the ecosystem, and there's plenty to chew on. iOS 26 came out recently, with a fresh interface and power-user capabilities. Right on its heels, Apple released the first iOS 26.1 developer beta for iPhone, pushing the platform even further. But it's not all smooth sailing. We're also seeing concerning durability issues with the iPhone 17 Pro that have Apple scrambling to respond. So what actually matters here?

You know that feeling when you see something so impossibly thin you almost can't believe it's real? That was me when I first held the iPhone Air's remarkable 5.6mm profile. Then came the wild part, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reports that next year's iPhone Fold could measure just 4.5-4.8mm when unfolded. Let me put that in perspective. We are talking about a foldable phone that is potentially a full millimeter thinner than Apple's thinnest device ever.

When Apple enthusiasts lined up to get their hands on the shiny new iPhone 17 Pro models, they probably didn’t expect to witness what’s quickly becoming known as "Scratchgate." Yet here we are, just days after launch, and customers are reporting scratches on brand-new iPhone 17 Pro units that look like they’ve been through a pocket full of keys.

Your iPhone is about to become your passport, well, sort of. Apple confirmed that iPhones will add US Passport support by the end of 2025, marking a significant evolution in how we think about digital identity. Not a gimmick. It is Apple’s answer to the slow rollout of digital driver’s licenses and a direct response to Google Wallet’s passport support that launched in December 2024. The feature will let you create an ID with your passport in the Wallet app, so you can verify your identity at...

Apple's Live Translation feature for AirPods is one of the boldest attempts yet to chip away at language barriers with everyday tech. Curious if this sci‑fi idea actually works in the wild? You're in the right place. Here's what to know, from setup to the feel of a real conversation.

The European Union just fired its biggest regulatory salvo yet at Big Tech's handling of online financial fraud, and Apple finds itself right in the crosshairs. The timing is hard to ignore. Just as regulators forced Apple to support third-party app marketplaces in Europe, they are asking whether the company is doing enough to stop scams across its ecosystem. This is not another routine skirmish, it is a direct test of how Apple balances security, control, and compliance in a messy, real-world...

Apple's latest iPhone releases have sparked intense curiosity about their real-world durability. With the iPhone Air being Apple's thinnest phone (5.64mm) and the iPhone 17 Pro featuring new aluminum unibody designs, tech enthusiasts are eager to see how these devices hold up under extreme conditions. Thin is in, but durability still matters. Recent testing reveals a fascinating story of engineering triumph and persistent vulnerabilities that every potential buyer should understand.

When Apple claimed the iPhone Air would be their most durable iPhone ever, many questioned how something so impossibly thin could withstand real-world use. At just 5.6mm thick, Apple tossed an iPhone Air across the room to a reporter so they could attempt to bend it during an interview. Gutsy. The titanium frame gives the phone elasticity, while the arrangement of the internals gives it structural integrity. And independent testing backed it up, showing just how tough this ultra-thin device is...

Apple's iPhone 17 launch delivered something rare in tech, genuine surprise backed by numbers. While Wedbush Securities analyst Dan Ives just bumped his price target to $310, citing "positively surprised" demand, the real story is the gap between early Wall Street skepticism and the rush at retail.

Apple's iOS 26 update finally delivers some genuinely exciting developments. Live Translation can now translate another person's words into your language and pipe them through your AirPods, as ZDNet reports, while Tom's Guide confirms iOS 26 added new Apple Intelligence languages and expanded AirPods Live Translation capabilities. SlashGear notes the feature uses on-device AI models, so conversations stay on your iPhone and never hit the cloud.

Apple's latest decision to switch from titanium back to aluminum for the iPhone 17 Pro models has tech enthusiasts buzzing, and not always for the right reasons. The aluminum unibody looks sleek, runs cooler, and unlocks those eye-catching new color options. Early reports, though, are raising red flags about everyday durability you should know about.

Apple's latest updates to Final Cut Pro and the new Final Cut Camera 2.0 feel like a massive leap for mobile video production. Apple today updated Final Cut Pro for Mac and iPad with support for ProRes RAW video recording on iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max models, alongside the announcement of Final Cut Camera 2.0 as the first major update since its June 2024 launch. This is not another incremental bump. It is Apple positioning the iPhone as a legitimate professional filmmaking tool that can stand...

You know what? Apple might have just quietly put together its best value play in years with the iPhone 17. After living with all the new models, I keep circling back to one conclusion: the base iPhone 17 is the sleeper hit of this year's lineup.

Picture this: You are scrolling through your phone when you notice your best friend is currently listening to that obscure indie track you recommended last month. You tap a quick fire emoji reaction. Suddenly you are both texting about how that guitar solo hits different at 2 AM. This is not some futuristic scenario, it is happening right now with Airbuds, a music social network that has taken teenagers around the world by storm. Released in 2023, the app is sitting in seventh in the music...

Looking at Apple's latest iPhone lineup, I am in an unusual spot. After years of camping out on livestreams, testing every new toggle, and chasing tiny year‑over‑year gains, I am sitting this one out. The iPhone 17 series looks strong, yet it still is not enough to pull me from my current phone.

Apple's bold move with iOS 26 is reshaping mobile development in ways we haven't seen since the introduction of the App Store. Now, developers are getting unprecedented access to the company's on-device AI capabilities.