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Apple to Rename ‘Apple ID’ to ‘Apple Account’ Later This Year: Mark Gurman Confirms
March 18, 2024 – Renowned tech journalist Mark Gurman has confirmed that Apple is planning to rename its long-standing “Apple ID” to “Apple Account” later this year. This news comes shortly after initial reports from MacRumors hinted at the possible renaming. With a comprehensive rebranding effort later in the year, the term “Apple ID,” which…
Samsung to Exclusively Supply Display Driver Chips for Apple’s Upcoming OLED iPad Pro
March 15, 2024 – According to a recent report from South Korean media outlet ETNews, Apple’s upcoming OLED iPad Pro will be exclusively supplied with display driver chips (DDI) by Samsung. Typically known for pursuing a diversified supply chain strategy, Apple’s decision to rely on a single supplier for such a key component is somewhat…
Apple Bolsters AI Capabilities with Acquisition of DarwinAI
March 15, 2024 – Apple has made a significant move in the artificial intelligence (AI) space with the acquisition of DarwinAI, a Canadian startup specializing in understanding and optimizing deep neural networks, according to recent media reports. Headquartered in Canada, DarwinAI boasts a core technology that leverages AI to comprehend the intricacies of deep neural…
Apple to Expand Vision Pro Headset Availability Globally, Adding Support for 12 New Languages
March 14, 2024 – Apple’s Vision Pro headset, currently available exclusively in the United States, is poised for expansion to additional regions, according to recent reports. The move comes as the company prepares to enhance the device’s virtual keyboard with support for 12 new languages. Initially limited to English (U.S.) and emoji support, the Vision…
Apple Begins Local Assembly of iPhone 15 in Brazil: Report
March 13, 2024 – According to a recent report by Brazilian blog MacMagazine, it appears that Apple has started assembling the iPhone 15 model in Brazil, based on changes observed on the company’s official website. The publication visited the Brazilian Apple Store and noticed that the part number for the iPhone 15 ends in “BR/A”…
Apple Faces Supply Constraints for 11-inch iPad Pro 2024, with OLED Debut
March 13, 2024 – According to recent reports from analyst Ross Young, the upcoming iPad Pro 2024 is facing a supply constraint for its 11-inch model compared to the 13-inch version. This could potentially lead to a shortage of the 11-inch variant when the new tablets hit the market. Currently, Samsung is responsible for producing…
Apple Halts Signing of iOS 17.3.1, Encouraging Users to Stay Updated with iOS 17.4
March 13, 2024 – In a recent announcement, Apple has revealed that it has ceased signing the iOS 17.3.1 update, effectively preventing users who have already upgraded from downgrading their devices. The tech giant released the iOS 17.3.1 update on February 9th, focusing primarily on addressing an issue where text could unexpectedly duplicate or overlap…
Apple Expands Research Labs in China, Faces Hurdle with ‘Vision Pro’ Trademark
March 12, 2024 – Apple has announced plans to expand its applied research laboratories in China, bolstering the capabilities of its Shanghai-based research center to support the reliability, quality, and material analysis across its entire product line. This move signals the tech giant’s commitment to strengthening its foothold in the region and deepening collaborations with…
M3-Powered MacBook Air Shows Significant SSD Speed Boost Over M2 Model
March 10, 2024 – Recent tests conducted by a foreign media outlet have revealed a significant increase in SSD speed for the new 8GB+256GB MacBook Air equipped with the M3 chip compared to its predecessor featuring the M2 chip. The media outlet conducted the tests on both the M2 and M3 chip-powered 13-inch MacBook Air…
Apple Clarifies 30-Day Limit for Third-Party App Use Outside EU in iOS 17.4 Update
March 08, 2024 – This week, Apple released the official version of iOS 17.4, introducing a significant enhancement: support for “sideloading” in the European Union (EU). This feature enables users to download and install applications from third-party app stores. However, to prevent the outflow of European iPhones, Apple had previously announced that users who spend…