apple Apple Seeks New Revenue Model as iPhone Sales Decline Apple faces a critical turning point as falling iPhone sales push the tech giant to explore a services-based future. The company aims to shift away from its historic reliance on hardware.
apple Apple Releases iOS Update to Fix FaceTime Eavesdropping Flaw Apple issues a comprehensive iOS update that fully resolves the Group FaceTime vulnerability which allowed attackers to secretly listen to and view users. The patch also addresses additional security flaws actively exploited in the wild.
apple Apple Acquires PullString to Boost Siri and Voice App Development Apple purchases PullString, the startup behind talking Barbie and voice design tools, to enhance its Siri and HomePod ecosystem.
apple Apple Plans March 25 Event to Launch Video and News Streaming Services Apple schedules a March 25 event to unveil its new video and news subscription services as the company looks to offset declining iPhone sales. The tech giant combines original content with third-party networks while negotiating tough revenue splits with publishers.
apple Apple Rewards Teenager for Discovering FaceTime Eavesdropping Flaw Apple awards a bug bounty to a 14-year-old who uncovers a major FaceTime audio eavesdropping glitch. Meanwhile, another researcher boycotts Apple over its lack of compensation for macOS vulnerabilities.
apple Apple Rewards Teen Who Discovered Group FaceTime Eavesdropping Flaw Apple confirms it will compensate 14-year-old Grant Thompson for finding a major Group FaceTime bug that allowed users to listen in on others before they answered a call. The tech giant also plans to provide an additional gift toward the teenager's education.
apple Apple Forces Developers to Remove Secret Screen-Recording Analytics Apple demands that app developers remove or disclose hidden analytics tools that record user interactions without permission. The crackdown follows a TechCrunch investigation into session replay software leaking sensitive user data.
apple Apple Rewards Teen Who Discovered Group FaceTime Eavesdropping Bug Apple promises a bug bounty payout and an educational gift to 14-year-old Grant Thompson for reporting a major Group FaceTime security flaw. The company also releases a comprehensive update to patch the vulnerability and block Live Photos on older devices.
apple Apple Releases iOS 12.1.4 to Patch Major FaceTime Spying Bug Apple is rolling out iOS 12.1.4 to fix a severe FaceTime vulnerability that allows users to spy on others through audio and video without consent.
apple Apple Patches Group FaceTime Eavesdropping Bug With iOS Update Apple releases iOS 12.1.4 to fix the Group FaceTime bug that allowed users to eavesdrop on others before they answered a call. Lawmakers demand answers regarding the company's delayed response to the security flaw.
apple Apple Forces Developers to Remove Secret Screen-Recording Code Apple demands that app developers remove or disclose hidden analytics tools that record user interactions without permission. The crackdown follows a report exposing major apps for leaking sensitive user data through session replay technology.
spotify Spotify Buys Gimlet and Anchor to Dominate Podcasting Market Spotify acquires podcast production studio Gimlet Media and mobile creation platform Anchor to expand beyond music streaming and compete directly with Apple and Google.
apple Apple Retail Chief Angela Ahrendts Departs After Five-Year Tenure Apple's senior vice president of retail, Angela Ahrendts, steps down in April to pursue new opportunities. Deirdre O'Brien takes over the expanded retail and people divisions.
apple Apple Retail Chief Angela Ahrendts Departs Amid Slumping iPhone Sales Angela Ahrendts leaves her role as Apple's senior vice president of retail after five years, stepping down during a difficult period for the company. Her departure coincides with a significant 15% drop in iPhone sales and slowing growth in the Chinese market.
apple Apple Retail Chief Angela Ahrendts Departs After Five Years Apple's senior vice president of retail, Angela Ahrendts, leaves the company after a five-year tenure overseeing its physical stores. Her departure comes as Apple faces slowing iPhone sales and increasing challenges in the Chinese market.