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iPhoneSep 24, 2025

Apple responds to iPhone 17 Pro scratchgate durability concerns

Apple has officially responded to growing concerns around the durability of iPhone 17 Pro after early reports and videos showed visible marks on display units. The issue, dubbed “scratchgate,” gained traction as users noticed abrasions on the aluminum frame and…

iOS iPad iPhone MacSep 24, 2025

Apple releases iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1, and macOS Tahoe 26.1 public betas

Imran Hussain

Apple has released the first public betas of iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1, and macOS Tahoe 26.1, giving non-developers the chance to test new features and refinements across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. These releases arrive shortly after the rollout of the…

iOS iPhoneSep 24, 2025Sep 27, 2025

Apple confirms iOS 26 wallet passport feature on track for 2025 release

Imran Hussain

Apple will be adding support for storing passports in the Wallet app as part of iOS 26. This expands the Digital ID feature already used for driver’s licenses and state IDs, making Wallet a more complete hub for government-issued identification…

iOS iPhoneSep 24, 2025

Apple’s Invites app refreshed with Liquid Glass and new tools

Imran Hussain

Apple has updated its Invites app with two new features while also introducing the modern Liquid Glass design language. The update brings a visual refresh that matches iOS 26, alongside practical improvements for managing event invitations. With this change, the…

MacSep 24, 2025

Logitech launches Signature Slim Solar+ K980 keyboard for Mac

Imran Hussain

Logitech has announced the new Signature Slim Solar+ K980 for Mac, a Bluetooth keyboard designed for Apple users with integrated light-powered charging. Instead of depending on disposable batteries or regular USB-C top-ups, the Solar+ system harvests energy from natural and…

iOS iPhoneSep 24, 2025

iOS 26.1 beta hints at third-party smartwatch support for iPhone

Imran Hussain

Apple’s latest iOS 26.1 beta contains evidence that iPhones may soon support third-party smartwatches. This would mark a major change in Apple’s ecosystem strategy, as the company has traditionally reserved deep integration and health tracking features exclusively for the Apple…

iPhoneSep 24, 2025Sep 24, 2025

iPhone 17 Pro teardown reveals smaller logic board and Scratchgate flaws

Imran Hussain

iFixit has published its detailed teardown of the iPhone 17 Pro, offering a closer look inside Apple’s latest flagship. The disassembly provides insights into how Apple has redesigned internal components, adjusted the materials used for durability, and how these changes…

Sep 24, 2025

Apple expands Restore Fund with investment in California redwood forests

Asma Hussain

Apple today announced a new investment in the restoration and sustainable management of California’s Gualala River Forest, expanding its Restore Fund initiative to protect at-risk landscapes while supporting its climate goals. The project, developed in partnership with The Conservation Fund,…

Apple Music AndroidSep 24, 2025Sep 24, 2025

Apple Music 5.0 for Android adds pins, lyrics and improved Replay

Asma Hussain

Apple has released version 5.0 of Apple Music on Android, introducing three major features that transform how users experience the app. The update brings song and playlist pinning, lyric translation with pronunciation guides, and an improved Replay experience. It is…

iOS iPhoneSep 23, 2025

Tap to Pay on iPhone expands to five European markets

Imran Hussain

Apple has expanded Tap to Pay on iPhone to five additional European markets: Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Monaco, and Norway. The capability lets merchants accept in-person contactless payments using only an iPhone and a supported iOS app, with no extra terminals…