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Apple Unveils SwiftUI to Boost Cross-Platform App Development

Apple introduces SwiftUI, a new user interface framework designed to simplify and accelerate app creation across all of its operating systems. The tool aims to reduce coding errors and encourage developers to build apps beyond the iPhone.

Apple Unveils Modular Mac Pro Tower to Reclaim Creative Professionals

Apple reveals a heavily redesigned, modular Mac Pro tower that abandons the infamous trashcan design in favor of a powerful, upgradeable chassis. The new high-end desktop aims to win back demanding creative professionals with up to 28-core Intel Xeon processors and a $5,999 starting price.

Apple Mandates Its New Privacy-Focused Login for All Apps Using Third-Party Sign-Ins

Apple reveals that apps offering Google or Facebook logins must also include its new Sign In With Apple feature. The service prioritizes user privacy by allowing one-tap logins and random relay email addresses.

Apple Unveils iOS 13, Dedicated iPadOS, and Mac Pro at WWDC 2019

Apple reveals a massive software overhaul at WWDC 2019, splitting iPad into its own operating system and introducing iOS 13 with Dark Mode. The tech giant also previews a powerful new Mac Pro and a 6K display.

Apple Unveils iOS 13, WatchOS Updates, and AppleTV Features at WWDC

Apple reveals major software updates at its annual developer conference, including a faster iOS 13, standalone Apple Watch apps, and multi-user support for AppleTV.

Apple Unveils $999 Monitor Stand to Boost Professional Market Revenue

Apple reveals a $999 stand for its new Mac Pro display, shocking the WWDC audience and highlighting a dramatic shift toward high-margin professional hardware. The extreme pricing accompanies a $5,999 Mac Pro and a $4,999 monitor, signaling Apple's strategy to squeeze more revenue from power users.

Google Play Updates Policies to Restrict Marijuana Sales and Loot Boxes

Google introduces strict new rules for its app store, banning in-app marijuana ordering and clamping down on loot boxes. The changes follow an FTC complaint and align with similar policies already enforced by Apple.

Apple's WWDC 2019 Poised for Major Hardware and Software Reveals

After a year of quiet hardware updates, Apple is expected to make a big splash at WWDC 2019 with potential Pro device announcements and a major iOS 13 update featuring system-wide Dark Mode.

Federal Judge Rules Qualcomm Violated Antitrust Laws in Chip Monopoly Case

A federal judge rules that Qualcomm violates antitrust laws by charging excessive patent royalties and stifling competitors. The chipmaker strongly disagrees with the decision and plans to immediately appeal the ruling.

Apple Unveils Faster MacBook Pros and Redesigned Keyboards

Apple introduces new 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Pros equipped with significantly faster 8-core processors, while also implementing a new keyboard design to fix persistent typing issues.

Valve Releases Steam Link App for iOS After Year-Long Delay

Valve finally launches its Steam Link app on the iOS App Store, allowing users to stream PC games directly to their Apple mobile devices. The release comes a year after Apple initially rejected the application over unspecified business conflicts.

Apple and Google Pull Three Dating Apps Over Child Safety Concerns

Federal regulators force the removal of FastMeet, Meet24, and Meet4U after investigators discover children as young as 12 using the platforms.

iPhone Sales Plummet 23% as Global Smartphone Market Shrinks

Apple experiences a massive 23% drop in iPhone unit sales, reaching its lowest second-quarter numbers since 2013. This significant decline drives half of the overall global smartphone market contraction.