Xiaomi has officially overtaken Apple, becoming the second-largest smartphone brand globally in August 2024. According to Counterpoint Research’s Smartphone 360 Monthly Tracker, Xiaomi’s global sell-through volumes stayed steady, whereas Apple saw a seasonal dip in August, which is typically a slow month for the company due to its upcoming product launches in September.
A change for iPad users in the European Union, Apple is set to allow the downloading of apps from third-party app stores starting from September 16, 2024. This change will coincide with the release of iPadOS 18.
On Monday, Apple CEO Tim Cook introduced the iPhone 16, the company’s first phone specifically designed with artificial intelligence. During the two-hour-long presentation, the words artificial intelligence were never mentioned. Instead, Apple chose to refer to its new technology as Apple Intelligence.
Apple has official confirmed the launch date of the iPhone 16. The event is set for Monday, September 9, 2024, at 10 a.m. Pacific Time at the Steve Jobs Theater in Cupertino. This is a deviation from the company’s usual schedule, as Apple has never before unveiled an iPhone on a Monday. The company typically reserves Monday keynotes exclusively for its Worldwide Developers Conference in June.
Apple is now setting its sights on robotics. Following the discontinuation of its self-driving car project, Project Titan, Apple is reportedly into robotics domain. This is seen as an effort to identify the next big thing after the iPhone.
Apple has reached a labor agreement with the International Association of Machinists (IAM) at its Towson, Maryland retail store. This is the first successful unionization and collective bargaining agreement for Apple retail workers in the United States.
Apple has unveiled a new version of its HomePod Mini smart speaker now available in a midnight color. This addition to the HomePod Mini lineup known for its compact design and powerful audio capabilities.
Microsoft and Apple have decided to step down from their observer seats on the board of OpenAI. This comes because of the scrutiny by global regulators over Big Tech’s investments in AI startups.
Apple has become the first company to be charged under the European Union’s (EU) new Digital Markets Act (DMA). The charges pertain to the company’s alleged unfair restrictions on developers within its App Store. The charges were announced by Margrethe Vestager, the European Commission’s executive vice president overseeing competition policy.
Apple revealed that its Apple Intelligence AI product and other new features will not be available in the European Union (EU) throughout 2024. This decision was because of the strict requirements of the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), which Apple believes could compromise the privacy and security of its users.
