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Apple Unveils Health-Focused Watch Series 6 and Powerful New iPads

Apple introduces the Apple Watch Series 6 with a blood oxygen sensor, alongside two new iPad models powered by advanced chips. The company also launches the Apple Fitness+ service and the Apple One subscription bundle.

Apple Unveils Blood Oxygen Sensors and Fitness Streaming Service

Apple introduces the Series 6 and SE smartwatches alongside a new Fitness+ workout streaming platform. The flagship watch features a vital blood oxygen sensor to help detect illnesses early.

Apple Watch Outsells Entire Swiss Watch Industry in 2019

New estimates show Apple shipped nearly 31 million watches last year, significantly surpassing the 21.1 million units shipped by the entire traditional Swiss watch industry.

Apple Preps Digital Car Key Feature for iPhone and Apple Watch

Apple's iOS 13.4 beta reveals a new CarKey API that turns iPhones and Apple Watches into digital car keys for NFC-compatible vehicles. The feature allows users to unlock, lock, and start cars without biometric authentication and easily share keys with family members.

Apple Smashes Q1 Expectations as iPhone 11 Drives Record Revenue

Apple reports a blockbuster first quarter with $91.8 billion in revenue, easily beating Wall Street expectations. Strong iPhone 11 sales and high demand for wearables power the significant growth.

Top Tech Innovations That Transformed the Past Decade

The 2010s bring massive shifts from 3G networks and wired headphones to smartwatches, wireless earbuds, and real-time AI transcription. This retrospective highlights the fifteen best gadgets that redefine modern daily life despite growing privacy concerns.

Roku Brings Full Remote Control to Apple Watch Users

Roku releases a new Apple Watch app that transforms your wrist into a fully functional remote for Roku players and TVs. The miniaturized app includes navigation, voice search, and even a remote finder feature.

Google Acquires Fitbit to Challenge Apple Watch Dominance

Google purchases Fitbit for $2.1 billion in a strategic move to revitalize its struggling Wear OS and compete directly with Apple in the wearable technology market.

Apple Saves Several Expected Product Launches for Upcoming Events

While Apple reveals new iPhones and a larger iPad, it holds back highly anticipated accessories and devices. Missing items like the Apple Tag suggest a shorter keynote and a potential October event.

Apple Unveils iPhone 11, New Watches, and Subscription Services

Apple reveals a suite of new hardware alongside launch dates for its highly anticipated gaming and television streaming services. The announcements include a larger entry-level iPad and an Apple Watch featuring an always-on display.

Apple Prepares for Annual Fall Gadget Launch Amid High Holiday Stakes

Apple hosts its highly anticipated September event to unveil incremental updates to the iPhone and other core hardware devices. The tech giant faces pressure to excite consumers ahead of the critical holiday shopping season after recent sales struggles.

New 15% Tariffs Hit Apple Wearables and Consumer Tech This Sunday

A new 15% tariff on Chinese imports takes effect Sunday, directly impacting Apple AirPods, Apple Watches, and HomePods. While analysts expect Apple to absorb the costs rather than raise prices, the broader tech industry faces billions in added expenses.

Runkeeper Abandons Wear OS App Over Persistent Bugs

Runkeeper removes its Wear OS application, citing a very buggy experience and limited developer resources. The company keeps its Apple Watch app active due to that platform's larger user base.

Apple's September 2019 Event to Unveil Triple-Lens iPhones and New Watches

Apple prepares to host its annual September event at Apple Park, where the tech giant is set to reveal its 2019 iPhone lineup featuring major camera upgrades and updated Apple Watch models.

Apple and Aetna Launch Attain App to Reward Healthy Habits

Apple and Aetna introduce the Attain app, which rewards users for healthy behaviors like exercising and sleeping well. Participants even have the opportunity to earn a free Apple Watch by meeting personalized fitness goals.