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GamesMay 28, 2025May 28, 2025

Why Apple acquired RAC7, the studio behind Apple Arcade hit Sneaky Sasquatch

Apple, usually cautious with acquisitions, just made a surprising move by acquiring RAC7, the two-person Canadian studio behind the popular Apple Arcade hit Sneaky Sasquatch. This marks Apple’s first-ever game studio acquisition, a decision Apple describes as a “unique circumstance,”…

iOSMay 28, 2025May 28, 2025

Apple to launch all-in-one gaming app with social features at WWDC 2025

Asma Hussain

Apple, often a punchline for serious gamers, is reportedly making a significant leap into the gaming industry. Whispers and exclusive reports, now confirmed by multiple sources, indicate the imminent launch of a dedicated, multi-platform gaming application. This move signals Apple’s…

May 26, 2025

Apple testing smart home hub ahead of 2025 launch, Gurman reports

Asma Hussain

Apple is reportedly on the cusp of introducing a significant new contender in the smart home arena. This long-rumored smart home hub could redefine how users interact with their connected environments. While whispers of Apple’s deeper foray into home technologies…

May 22, 2025

OpenAI’s new AI wearable could replace your phone, and Jony Ive is designing it

Asma Hussain

OpenAI is getting serious about hardware, and it’s doing it with one of the most iconic names in tech design. The company is teaming up with Jony Ive, former Apple design chief and the mind behind the iPhone, iPod, and…

VisionMay 22, 2025May 22, 2025

Apple uses Vision Pro to train humanoid robots with human perspective data

Asma Hussain

Apple’s new research, detailed in “Humanoid Policy ∼ Human Policy,” introduces a groundbreaking way to train humanoid robots. This innovative approach, a collaboration with top universities, uses first-person human demonstrations, often captured with an Apple Vision Pro, to make robot…

Games XboxMay 22, 2025

Microsoft blames Apple for delay of Xbox mobile store amid Epic legal fight

Asma Hussain

The anticipated Xbox mobile web store, initially slated for July 2024, hasn’t materialized. It seems Apple’s stringent App Store policies are the core reason for this significant delay. Microsoft recently weighed in, filing an amicus brief in support of Epic…

Games iPhoneMay 21, 2025

After five-year ban, Fortnite returns to iOS with third-party payments intact

Asma Hussain

After a five-year absence, a legal saga, and relentless pressure, Fortnite has finally returned to the Apple App Store in the US. This marks a significant milestone in the ongoing battle for open mobile ecosystems. It’s more than just a…

iOS iPhoneMay 20, 2025

Apple to open Apple Intelligence LLMs to developers at WWDC 2025

Asma Hussain

Apple is reportedly set to make a significant move at its upcoming Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) on June 9th. The company plans to open up the powerful large language models (LLMs) that drive its Apple Intelligence AI features to third-party…

iOS iPhoneMay 19, 2025

EU Users may soon ditch Siri for ChatGPT or Google Assistant as Apple loosens control

Asma Hussain

The European Union’s regulatory pressure continues to chip away at Apple’s meticulously guarded ecosystem. A new report from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman and Drake Bennett reveals Apple’s plans to allow users in the EU to set a default voice assistant other…

iPad iPhoneMay 19, 2025May 19, 2025

iOS 19 to introduce bi-directional keyboard and Arabic calligraphy tools for Apple Pencil

Asma Hussain

Apple’s upcoming iOS 19 update is set to deliver a significant localization push, with Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman detailing features specifically aimed at key growth markets like the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and India. These aren’t just minor adjustments; they…