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Apple
A living Archypedia dossier connecting source-backed reporting, context and new developments about Apple.
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Apple develops first-party iPhone game controllers under Beats brand
Operating system code and reporting indicate Apple is developing two unreleased game controllers, though their commercial release is unconfirmed.
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Apple Is Reportedly Working on Beats-Branded Game Controllers for iPhones
Internal software code reveals Apple is developing two distinct mobile gaming controllers under its Beats subsidiary, featuring motion controls and split haptics.
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iPhone 18 Pro Max starts at $1,299 with A20 Pro chip
Apple's latest flagship introduces a 2nm processor and a reported record battery capacity, though it weighs significantly more than its primary Samsung rival.
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Samsung uses Tim Cook lookalike in Galaxy Z Fold 8 ad to troll Apple
The campaign mocks Apple's branding and leadership transition as the two tech giants compete over foldable hardware and generative AI integration.
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T-Mobile to charge $5 monthly fee for Apple iPhone Handoff feature
The service allows active cellular identity to migrate between devices upon unlocking, targeting users who alternate between hardware like the iPhone Duo and iPhone 18 Pro.
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Apple iPhone Duo launches to rival Google and Samsung foldables
Apple's $1,999 iPhone Duo brings iOS to the folding market, sparking an intense hardware and marketing rivalry with Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold8.
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Apple enters foldable market with iPhone Duo
The iPhone Duo features a wider geometry and iOS 27, replacing Face ID with Touch ID and measuring 5.2mm when open.
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Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 open for preorder with September 18 launch
Apple has opened preorders for the Series 12 and Ultra 4 smartwatches, introducing an S11 processor, increased heart rate sampling, and a daily Readiness score.
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Apple launches iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max with A20 Pro chip and longer battery life
The new flagship lineup introduces a 2nm A20 Pro processor alongside Apple's first foldable device, the iPhone Duo, which features a 7.6-inch flexible inner display.
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Apple iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max to launch in India on Sept 18; Redington shares in focus
The new lineup features the iPhone Duo foldable and a variable aperture camera system, as Apple's estimated Indian revenue crosses $10 billion.
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Apple unveils folding iPhone Duo and iPhone 18 at fall event
New CEO John Ternus has debuted a two-directional pricing strategy, pairing a luxury foldable device with more affordable entry-level audio hardware.
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Apple unveils AirPods 5 with improved noise cancellation starting at $129
While both models retain the H2 chip, the new lineup introduces a multiport acoustic architecture and a lower price point for noise cancellation.
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Apple announces AirPods 5 with ‘best-in-class open‑ear active noise cancellation’
The new earbuds introduce a multiport acoustic architecture and on-stem volume swipe controls, though advanced AI features require iOS 27 and Apple Intelligence.
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Apple unveils foldable iPhone Duo and iPhone 18 Pro series
The new iPhone Duo introduces a book-style foldable design, while the 18 Pro series debuts a mechanical variable aperture camera and the A20 Pro processor.
Technology · 1057 words -
Apple Prepares to Unveil First Foldable iPhone at September Event
Under newly appointed CEO John Ternus, Apple prepares to enter the luxury foldable market with a folding device priced between $2,000 and $3,000.
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Apple expected to unveil foldable iPhone Duo starting at $2,000
The luxury foldable marks the first major hardware launch under new CEO John Ternus and introduces the A20 Pro chip to the iPhone lineup.
Technology · 795 words -
Apple unveils first foldable iPhone and new CEO John Ternus
Apple is entering the foldable smartphone market with the book-style iPhone Ultra, marking the first major product reveal for newly appointed CEO John Ternus.
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Apple prepares Sept. 9 event for iPhone 18 Pro and $2,099 foldable
Apple is reshaping its hardware strategy for its Sept. 9 event, prioritizing premium models including the iPhone 18 Pro and a new foldable phone while pushing standard versions to 2027 amid internal restructuring.
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iOS 27 adds iPhone Handoff to share one number across two devices
Unlike previous continuity tools, iPhone Handoff operates at the network level, enabling a secondary device to function as a standalone cellular phone.
Technology · 968 words -
Apple develops iPhone to Windows cross-device copy paste for EU
Prompted by a Microsoft interoperability request under EU law, Apple is building a constrained clipboard-sharing tool using accessory-pairing frameworks.
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Strong iPhone sales propel Apple's fiscal Q3 results past expectations
Apple reported a strong fiscal third quarter driven by robust hardware demand and tariff refunds, as soaring memory costs forced sweeping price hikes.
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Apple Upgrade leasing program launches for iPhone, Mac, iPad, and Apple Watch
Apple has officially rolled out the Apple Upgrade leasing program, extending flexible monthly financing options beyond iPhones to include Macs, iPads, and Apple Watches.
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Apple raises iCloud+ subscription prices across eight international markets
Apple is adjusting iCloud+ storage fees across eight international territories. The price hikes are reportedly linked to currency fluctuations.
Technology · 501 words -
Apple Music and Apple One subscriptions get more expensive
Apple has increased monthly subscription rates for Apple Music and most Apple One bundles due to rising licensing costs. Existing subscribers will see these changes at their next billing cycle.
Technology · 505 words -
Apple overtakes Nvidia to become the world's most valuable company
Apple has overtaken Nvidia as the world’s most valuable company as investor sentiment pivots toward businesses with predictable earnings and consumer-facing ecosystems.
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Apple releases iOS 27 public beta featuring revamped Siri AI assistant
The iOS 27 public beta is now available, introducing a major overhaul to Siri with advanced AI capabilities and deep system integration across Apple devices.
Technology · 532 words -
OpenAI developing portable, screenless smart speaker with moving parts
OpenAI is branching into physical hardware with a new screenless, mobile smart speaker designed with Jony Ive to act as a proactive AI home companion.
Technology · 615 words -
CrashStealer malware impersonates Apple tools to steal keychain data
CrashStealer is a sophisticated macOS threat that uses notarized installers to bypass security and deceive users into revealing administrative credentials. The malware targets sensitive data, including password manager information and private cryptographic keys.
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Apple sues OpenAI, accusing ChatGPT maker of stealing trade secrets
Apple filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and two former employees, alleging a systematic effort to misappropriate proprietary trade secrets to advance hardware goals.
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Apple sues OpenAI and two former employees over trade secret theft
Apple is suing OpenAI and two former staff members, alleging they misappropriated confidential manufacturing data and internal designs for hardware development.
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