The US justice jepartment told a federal judge that Google is paying billions of dollars annually to illegally remain the top search engine.

Describing the payments as “enormous numbers,” Department of Justice attorney Kenneth Dintzer said telecom giants and companies being paid include Apple Inc and Samsung Electronics Co.

During a hearing in Washington, which marked the first major face-off in the case, Dintzer told Judge Amit Mehta “Google invests billions in defaults, knowing people won’t change them.”

“They are buying default exclusivity because defaults matter a lot,” he added.

Alleging the company has sought to maintain its online search monopoly in violation of antitrust laws, Google’s contracts form the basis of the DOJ’s landmark antitrust lawsuit.

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Before Facebook's parent company Meta, state attorneys general are pursuing a parallel antitrust suit against the search giant.

The federal government’s first major effort to rein in the power of the tech giants was filed in the waning days of the Trump administration.

Hosting a roundtable with experts to explore the harm major tech platforms can wreak on the economy and children’s health, the White House outlined six principles to reform Big Tech platforms.

According to Google’s attorney John Schmidtlein, the company faces more competition from TikTok, Meta Platforms and Amazon than Microsoft.

“You don’t have to go to Google to shop on Amazon. You don’t have to go to Google to buy plane tickets on Expedia,” he said.

Highlighting that Google controls both the most popular browser and the second-most popular mobile operating system, the DOJ said having fresh data on user search queries is key to a search engine’s success.

Pointing out its default contracts have hemmed in potential rivals, DOJ’s Dintzer focused on the mechanics of Google’s search engine during his presentation.

Allowing it to prevent rivals from gaining the scale that would be needed to challenge its search engine, Google’s contracts make it the “gateway” by which most people find websites on the internet, according to Dintzer.

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The US justice jepartment told a federal judge that Google is paying billions of dollars annually to illegally remain the top search engine. Describing the payments as “enormous numbers,” Department of Justice attorney Kenneth Dintzer said telecom giants and companies being paid include Apple Inc and Samsung Electronics Co.

The US justice jepartment told a federal judge that Google is paying billions of dollars annually to illegally remain the top search engine. Describing the payments as “enormous numbers,” Department of Justice attorney Kenneth Dintzer said telecom giants and companies being paid include Apple Inc and Samsung Electronics Co. During a hearing in Washington, which marked the first major face-off in the case, Dintzer told Judge Amit Mehta “Google invests billions in defaults, knowing people won’t change them.” “They are buying default exclusivity because defaults matter a lot,” he added. Alleging the company has sought to maintain its online search monopoly in violation of antitrust laws, Google’s contracts form the basis of the DOJ’s landmark antitrust lawsuit. Also see | From Google to Meta: Tech giants dominating Wall Street's trillion-dollar club Before Facebook's parent company Meta, state attorneys general are pursuing a parallel antitrust suit against the search giant. The federal government’s first major effort to rein in the power of the tech giants was filed in the waning days of the Trump administration. Hosting a roundtable with experts to explore the harm major tech platforms can wreak on the economy and children’s health, the White House outlined six principles to reform Big Tech platforms. According to Google’s attorney John Schmidtlein, the company faces more competition from TikTok, Meta Platforms and Amazon than Microsoft. “You don’t have to go to Google to shop on Amazon. You don’t have to go to Google to buy plane tickets on Expedia,” he said. Highlighting that Google controls both the most popular browser and the second-most popular mobile operating system, the DOJ said having fresh data on user search queries is key to a search engine’s success. Pointing out its default contracts have hemmed in potential rivals, DOJ’s Dintzer focused on the mechanics of Google’s search engine during his presentation. Allowing it to prevent rivals from gaining the scale that would be needed to challenge its search engine, Google’s contracts make it the “gateway” by which most people find websites on the internet, according to Dintzer. (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION's live TV here: ×

US justice department accuses Google of paying billions annually to illegally remain top search engine

A senior Russian minister said on Thursday (September 8) that Russian will gets a chance to buy the new Apple iPhone 14 in spite of the US company's departure from the country.

Trade and Industry Minister Denis Manturov was asked whether iPhone 14 will be available in Russia.

"Why not? If consumers want to buy these phones, yes. There will be the opportunity," he said, as quoted by Reuters.

Apple has halted new product sales in Russia in March following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Apple products like iPhone, MacBook have remained available in Russia as sellers sold their remaining stock.

Russian mobile network MTS on Thursday morning was already selling the new iPhone 14 models on pre-order. Prices start from 84,990 roubles ($1,398) for the 128GB version.

MTS said delivery could take up to 120 days and it retained the right to cancel orders if it faced difficulties importing the products.

Apple did not immediately respond to a request to comment.

Manturov, who is also a deputy prime minister, said last month that the scheme, which covers Western products ranging from luxury clothes to cars, could reach $16 billion in value this year, equivalent to around 4% of Russia's 2021 imports.

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A senior Russian minister said on Thursday (September 8) that Russian will gets a chance to buy the new Apple iPhone 14 in spite of the US company's departure from the country.

A senior Russian minister said on Thursday (September 8) that Russian will gets a chance to buy the new Apple iPhone 14 in spite of the US company's departure from the country. Trade and Industry Minister Denis Manturov was asked whether iPhone 14 will be available in Russia. "Why not? If consumers want to buy these phones, yes. There will be the opportunity," he said, as quoted by Reuters. Apple has halted new product sales in Russia in March following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Apple products like iPhone, MacBook have remained available in Russia as sellers sold their remaining stock. Russian mobile network MTS on Thursday morning was already selling the new iPhone 14 models on pre-order. Prices start from 84,990 roubles ($1,398) for the 128GB version. MTS said delivery could take up to 120 days and it retained the right to cancel orders if it faced difficulties importing the products. Apple did not immediately respond to a request to comment. Manturov, who is also a deputy prime minister, said last month that the scheme, which covers Western products ranging from luxury clothes to cars, could reach $16 billion in value this year, equivalent to around 4% of Russia's 2021 imports. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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Apple has launched its latest series of iPhones, take a look at how much it really profits from them & why? Apple has revealed 4 new iPhones at its 'far out' event.

As Apple launches iPhone 14 series, how much it really profits from iPhones & why?

Apple on Wednesday launched the new iPhone 14 series with four models- iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max. Available in a 6.1-inch display and a new, larger 6.7-inch size, iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus feature impressive camera upgrades and groundbreaking new safety capabilities. Know more in this report.

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Apple has launched its latest iPhone series with new satellite messaging feature, which will allow users to establish a connection with satellite to send texts from remote locations. The Emergency SOS via satellite will be available to users in the US and Canada in November. Here's everything you need to know about the latest feature.

iPhone 14: All about Apple's new Emergency SOS via satellite service

Apple is all set to unveil the latest version of their flagship product - the iPhone. Consecutive iPhone models have failed to excite customers due to the lack of innovation. Is it time for Apple to return to the drawing board? Molly Gambhir tells you.

Gravitas: iPhone 14: Same technology, higher price tag?

Apple launched its latest iPhone series on Wednesday (September 7) with new or improved features. The long-awaited launch revealed what iPhone 14 will bring to the users—Apple has debuted iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max.&nbsp;

The latest iPhone series has an improved camera and satellite messaging for emergencies and a new digital identification system to obviate the need for a physical sim card. Apple also unveiled a premium digital watch.&nbsp;

But some users have complaints that during the 90-minute presentation at the company's California headquarters, the company did not include any surprise reveals.&nbsp;

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After the launch, people have questions like; How good are the new iPhones? Are they worth the money? Should we upgrade the existing iPhone?&nbsp;

Let's have a look at how good the new iPhones are.

As expected, the new phones come with improved cameras, sharper sensors, faster processors, and a longer-lasting battery.&nbsp;

This time, Apple has even leaned into safety technologies like an “Emergency SOS” function. It will let users request help when they are in remote areas without a wireless connection.&nbsp;

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There is also a motion sensor which will be capable to detect serious car crashes and automatically connect to emergency services.&nbsp;

Safety as a service is interesting as a value proposition, but is it enough to attract potential buyers?&nbsp;

Santosh Rao, a technology analyst said, "It's good to have all these features, but it's not enough to just kind of drop everything and go out and buy a new phone yet."&nbsp;

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Notably, the iPhone 14 is not a bad phone, but it's underwhelming as, for many years, apple's new iPhones have mostly featured incremental upgrades and this year's models are no exception.&nbsp;

Technology experts believe innovation, that was once considered to be a hallmark of Apple, is missing in the new iPhones and they simply don't have a 'wow' factor.&nbsp;

Hence, for certain consumers, Apple's new iPhones are worth upgrading. But you can avoid upgrading if your iPhone is not more than two years old.

In times, when Apple's arch-rival Samsung is innovating with foldable phones, Apple is still catching up with improvements.&nbsp;

Other than the iPhone 14, the Apple watch ultra is also creating a lot of buzz. It's a more durable watch and designed for outdoor enthusiasts. But at 799 dollars, it is expensive.&nbsp;

Bob O’Donnell, a technalysis researcher said, "Obviously the Watch Ultra is expensive, but look, it's not for everybody, right? There's very few people that need a device that rugged and that capable, but for people who are divers, it's a big deal."&nbsp;

"They didn't mention the cost of the oceanic app -- that's I'm sure not going to be cheap. But still diver computers are very expensive so to get that capability as a potential is certainly going to be attractive to a certain group of people, and again, if you're a hardcore hiker or an ultra-marathoner, then that kind fo stuff is going to be cool, but that's a pretty small portion of the population," he added.&nbsp;

The new offerings from Apple seem to have incremental improvements rather than groundbreaking new innovations.&nbsp;Let's see if the iPhone maker will be able to drive demand by persuading consumers to upgrade.&nbsp;

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Apple launched its latest iPhone series on Wednesday (September 7) with new or improved features. The long-awaited launch revealed what iPhone 14 will bring to the users—Apple has debuted iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max. The latest iPhone series has an improved camera and satellite messaging for emergencies and a new digital identification system to obviate the need for a physical sim card. Apple also unveiled a premium digital watch. But some users have complaints that during the 90-minute presentation at the company's California headquarters, the company did not include any surprise reveals. ALSO READ | 'Need to sell both kidneys now': How Apple iPhone launch triggered meme-fest on Twitter After the launch, people have questions like; How good are the new iPhones? Are they worth the money? Should we upgrade the existing iPhone? Let's have a look at how good the new iPhones are. As expected, the new phones come with improved cameras, sharper sensors, faster processors, and a longer-lasting battery. This time, Apple has even leaned into safety technologies like an “Emergency SOS” function. It will let users request help when they are in remote areas without a wireless connection. ALSO READ | Why Apple's new emergency SOS via satellite service for iPhone 14 is a 'big deal' There is also a motion sensor which will be capable to detect serious car crashes and automatically connect to emergency services. Safety as a service is interesting as a value proposition, but is it enough to attract potential buyers? Santosh Rao, a technology analyst said, "It's good to have all these features, but it's not enough to just kind of drop everything and go out and buy a new phone yet." WATCH | Apple Launch Event: iPhone 14 is now official, unveils watch series 8 × Notably, the iPhone 14 is not a bad phone, but it's underwhelming as, for many years, apple's new iPhones have mostly featured incremental upgrades and this year's models are no exception. Technology experts believe innovation, that was once considered to be a hallmark of Apple, is missing in the new iPhones and they simply don't have a 'wow' factor. Hence, for certain consumers, Apple's new iPhones are worth upgrading. But you can avoid upgrading if your iPhone is not more than two years old. In times, when Apple's arch-rival Samsung is innovating with foldable phones, Apple is still catching up with improvements. Other than the iPhone 14, the Apple watch ultra is also creating a lot of buzz. It's a more durable watch and designed for outdoor enthusiasts. But at 799 dollars, it is expensive. Bob O’Donnell, a technalysis researcher said, "Obviously the Watch Ultra is expensive, but look, it's not for everybody, right? There's very few people that need a device that rugged and that capable, but for people who are divers, it's a big deal." "They didn't mention the cost of the oceanic app -- that's I'm sure not going to be cheap. But still diver computers are very expensive so to get that capability as a potential is certainly going to be attractive to a certain group of people, and again, if you're a hardcore hiker or an ultra-marathoner, then that kind fo stuff is going to be cool, but that's a pretty small portion of the population," he added. The new offerings from Apple seem to have incremental improvements rather than groundbreaking new innovations. Let's see if the iPhone maker will be able to drive demand by persuading consumers to upgrade. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Apple launches iPhone 14: How good are the new iPhones? Are they worth the money?

Apple’s much-awaited iPhone 14 series was launched officially on Wednesday, with minor, yet most recognisable, tweaks to the Pro and Pro Max versions.

As rumoured widely before the official launch, Apple has ditched its mini version and started with the regular iPhone 14.

Apples has launched the phone in four models— the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max.

While iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro have smaller screens (6.1 inches and 6.7 inches), the iPhone 14 Plus and iPhone 14 Pro Max are the ones which have bigger screens.

Apple CEO Tim Cook has called the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max the “most innovative pro lineup yet.”

There is a massive hardware difference between the Pro and non-pro versions of the iPhone.

While iPhone 14 and 14 Pro come with last year's Apple A15 Bionic SoCs, the Pro models are powered by the latest Apple Bionic A16 SoC.

The latest smartphones come with e-sim activation without Wi-Fi in the US. For the first time, the iPhone models in the US will not have a SIM tray.

But, among the most notable feature in all the models of iPhone is the satellite emergency communication technology that can be used to send SOS message over satellite.

The feature will start in US and Canada, and it will be free with iPhone 14 for two years.

iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus prices and specifications

Pricing for the iPhone 14 starts at $799 for 128GB version, just like iPhone 13, and will be available on September 16.

The iPhone 14 Plus, which also comes with 128GB base storage, starts at $899 and is available on October 7. Pre-orders for both models will open on September 9 in US.

In India, the iPhone 14 price in India is set at Rs. 79,900, while the iPhone 14 Plus will be starting at Rs. 89,900.

iPhone 14 features a flat-edge aerospace-grade aluminium frame, with Ceramic Shield material on the front, and IP68 dust and water resistance rating — just like the previous generation.

The phone sports a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR&nbsp;OLED display which is said to be better in terms of brightness and colour reproduction as compared to last year's handset. Apple said it offers 1200nits peak brightness and support for Dolby Vision.

The features of iPhone 14 Plus are similar to the iPhone 14 except the bigger screen size and battery backup.

The handset has 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display and Apple claims that the Plus version has “the best battery life ever in an iPhone”.&nbsp;

Just like the iPhone 13 series, Apple continues to offer the Face ID technology as the only biometric security option to unlock the phone.

For cameras, both devices feature an updated 12-megapixel main lens, with a faster aperture that should lead to better motion capture.

A new video stabilization mode dubbed "action mode," is designed to keep your content smooth even when recording video while moving around.

Both handsets have a 12-megapixel sensor in the front camera which can produce crisp images in low light.

Prices and features of iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max

The iPhone 14 Pro will start at $999, and the iPhone 14 Pro Max starts at $1,099. Both will be available for pre-order on September 9 and available in stores on September 16.

In India, the price of iPhone 14 Pro is set at Rs. 1,29,900, while the iPhone 14 Pro Max will cost Rs. 1,39,900.

It will come out in four colour options—Deep Purple, Gold, Silver, and&nbsp;Space Black colour options.

With regards to hardware, Pro models surgical-grade stainless steel which is said to be abrasion and corrosion-resistant. &nbsp;Both handsets come with Ceramic Shield front cover touted to be tougher than any smartphone glass.

The iPhone 14 Pro comes with a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR Always-On OLED display with Apple's ProMotion refresh rate feature.

Moreover, the Pro models can scale as low as 1Hz in order to provide a combination of smoother motion and power-efficient system.

But the most poignant difference between the pro and non-pro models is the hole-punch in the screen.

Apple has introduced a pill-shaped hole-punch cutout in place of the famous trend-setting notch.

It is calling it Dynamic Island, an "interactive space" that expands for notifications alongside other information such as music player, calling interface, Maps, among others.

The tech company says that the feature works with third-party apps.

Both hands pack Apple's new in-house A16 Bionic SoC which is said to be the most powerful chip in a smartphone.&nbsp;It has two high-performance cores and four high-efficiency cores.

According to Apple, the new 6-core CPU is claimed to be up to 40 percent faster than the competition. The A16 Bionic SoC also features an accelerated 5-core GPU with a claimed 50 percent more memory bandwidth and a new 16-core Neural Engine capable of nearly 17 trillion operations per second.

The most major boost up is in the camera department. Both models have a new 48-megapixel main camera with&nbsp;second-generation sensor-shift optical image stabilisation and a 12-megapixel telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom, f/2.8 aperture lens and optical image stabilisation.

The third is a 12-megapixel&nbsp;sensor with f/2.2 aperture ultra-wide angle lens that has 120-degree field-of-view.

The quad-pixel sensor combines four pixels into one pixel for maximum light intake. It also enables a 2x Telephoto option and the new machine learning model allows the iPhone 14 Pro to shoot ProRAW.&nbsp;

Both handsets also have Photonic Engine which is said to offer a better low-light performance — up to 2x on the main camera, up to 3x on the ultra wide camera, up to 2x on the telephoto camera, and up to 2x on the TrueDepth front camera that has&nbsp;12-megapixel sensor and f/1.9 aperture lens.

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Apple’s much-awaited iPhone 14 series was launched officially on Wednesday, with minor, yet most recognisable, tweaks to the Pro and Pro Max versions. As rumoured widely before the official launch, Apple has ditched its mini version and started with the regular iPhone 14.

Apple’s much-awaited iPhone 14 series was launched officially on Wednesday, with minor, yet most recognisable, tweaks to the Pro and Pro Max versions. As rumoured widely before the official launch, Apple has ditched its mini version and started with the regular iPhone 14. Apples has launched the phone in four models— the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max. While iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro have smaller screens (6.1 inches and 6.7 inches), the iPhone 14 Plus and iPhone 14 Pro Max are the ones which have bigger screens. Apple CEO Tim Cook has called the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max the “most innovative pro lineup yet.” There is a massive hardware difference between the Pro and non-pro versions of the iPhone. While iPhone 14 and 14 Pro come with last year's Apple A15 Bionic SoCs, the Pro models are powered by the latest Apple Bionic A16 SoC. The latest smartphones come with e-sim activation without Wi-Fi in the US. For the first time, the iPhone models in the US will not have a SIM tray. But, among the most notable feature in all the models of iPhone is the satellite emergency communication technology that can be used to send SOS message over satellite. The feature will start in US and Canada, and it will be free with iPhone 14 for two years. iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus prices and specifications Pricing for the iPhone 14 starts at $799 for 128GB version, just like iPhone 13, and will be available on September 16. The iPhone 14 Plus, which also comes with 128GB base storage, starts at $899 and is available on October 7. Pre-orders for both models will open on September 9 in US. In India, the iPhone 14 price in India is set at Rs. 79,900, while the iPhone 14 Plus will be starting at Rs. 89,900. iPhone 14 features a flat-edge aerospace-grade aluminium frame, with Ceramic Shield material on the front, and IP68 dust and water resistance rating — just like the previous generation. The phone sports a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display which is said to be better in terms of brightness and colour reproduction as compared to last year's handset. Apple said it offers 1200nits peak brightness and support for Dolby Vision. The features of iPhone 14 Plus are similar to the iPhone 14 except the bigger screen size and battery backup. The handset has 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display and Apple claims that the Plus version has “the best battery life ever in an iPhone”. Just like the iPhone 13 series, Apple continues to offer the Face ID technology as the only biometric security option to unlock the phone. For cameras, both devices feature an updated 12-megapixel main lens, with a faster aperture that should lead to better motion capture. A new video stabilization mode dubbed "action mode," is designed to keep your content smooth even when recording video while moving around. Both handsets have a 12-megapixel sensor in the front camera which can produce crisp images in low light. Prices and features of iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max The iPhone 14 Pro will start at $999, and the iPhone 14 Pro Max starts at $1,099. Both will be available for pre-order on September 9 and available in stores on September 16. In India, the price of iPhone 14 Pro is set at Rs. 1,29,900, while the iPhone 14 Pro Max will cost Rs. 1,39,900. It will come out in four colour options—Deep Purple, Gold, Silver, and Space Black colour options. With regards to hardware, Pro models surgical-grade stainless steel which is said to be abrasion and corrosion-resistant. Both handsets come with Ceramic Shield front cover touted to be tougher than any smartphone glass. The iPhone 14 Pro comes with a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR Always-On OLED display with Apple's ProMotion refresh rate feature. Moreover, the Pro models can scale as low as 1Hz in order to provide a combination of smoother motion and power-efficient system. But the most poignant difference between the pro and non-pro models is the hole-punch in the screen. Apple has introduced a pill-shaped hole-punch cutout in place of the famous trend-setting notch. It is calling it Dynamic Island, an "interactive space" that expands for notifications alongside other information such as music player, calling interface, Maps, among others. The tech company says that the feature works with third-party apps. Both hands pack Apple's new in-house A16 Bionic SoC which is said to be the most powerful chip in a smartphone. It has two high-performance cores and four high-efficiency cores. According to Apple, the new 6-core CPU is claimed to be up to 40 percent faster than the competition. The A16 Bionic SoC also features an accelerated 5-core GPU with a claimed 50 percent more memory bandwidth and a new 16-core Neural Engine capable of nearly 17 trillion operations per second. The most major boost up is in the camera department. Both models have a new 48-megapixel main camera with second-generation sensor-shift optical image stabilisation and a 12-megapixel telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom, f/2.8 aperture lens and optical image stabilisation. The third is a 12-megapixel sensor with f/2.2 aperture ultra-wide angle lens that has 120-degree field-of-view. The quad-pixel sensor combines four pixels into one pixel for maximum light intake. It also enables a 2x Telephoto option and the new machine learning model allows the iPhone 14 Pro to shoot ProRAW. Both handsets also have Photonic Engine which is said to offer a better low-light performance — up to 2x on the main camera, up to 3x on the ultra wide camera, up to 2x on the telephoto camera, and up to 2x on the TrueDepth front camera that has 12-megapixel sensor and f/1.9 aperture lens.

Faster performance & emergency satellite messaging: Here’s everything to know about iPhone 14 series

The tech giant, Apple, unveiled four new iPhone 14 models on Wednesday (September 8). The new generation of iPhones received some criticism for lacking innovation, much like in previous years.

But this year, Eve Jobs, the daughter of the late Apple co-founder and CEO Steve Jobs, added her voice to the chorus of dissent against the new launch of the iPhone 14.

The 24-year-old posted a meme, making fun of the new iPhone 14 by claiming that the company has essentially rehashed older designs with every new generation of iPhones.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/why-apples-new-emergency-sos-via-satellite-service-for-iphone-14-is-a-big-deal-513971">Also read |&nbsp;Why Apple's new emergency SOS via satellite service for iPhone 14 is a 'big deal'</a>

Jobs shared a meme of a man holding up a shirt that looked exactly like the one he was already wearing. The caption read out, "Me upgrading from iPhone 13 to iPhone 14 after Apple’s announcement today," Money Control reported.

Apple was co-founded by Steve Jobs, renowned as a visionary, in 1976 in his parent's garage. When he passed away in 2011, Apple became one of the most valuable tech businesses in the world.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science-technology/apple-launches-new-line-of-smartwatches-series-8-new-se-and-ultra-513934">Also read |&nbsp;Apple launches new line of smartwatches: Series 8, new SE and Ultra</a>

Apple's supporters believe that following Steve's demise, innovation in the company slowed down.

The base model of the company's newest smartphone, the iPhone 14, costs nearly $799, while the 14 pro max costs $1,100.

The base 128GB edition of the iPhone 14 costs Rs. 79,900 ($1,002) in India. Furthermore, the customers have to pay Rs. 89,900 ($1,127) for the 1Phone 14 plus 128GB model. However, the cost of the iPhone 14 pro in India will be Rs. 1,29,900 ($1,629), while the price of the pro max will be Rs. 1,39,900 ($1,755).

(With inputs from agencies)

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The tech giant, Apple, unveiled four new iPhone 14 models on Wednesday (September 8). The new generation of iPhones received some criticism for lacking innovation, much like in previous years.

The tech giant, Apple, unveiled four new iPhone 14 models on Wednesday (September 8). The new generation of iPhones received some criticism for lacking innovation, much like in previous years. But this year, Eve Jobs, the daughter of the late Apple co-founder and CEO Steve Jobs, added her voice to the chorus of dissent against the new launch of the iPhone 14. The 24-year-old posted a meme, making fun of the new iPhone 14 by claiming that the company has essentially rehashed older designs with every new generation of iPhones. Also read | Why Apple's new emergency SOS via satellite service for iPhone 14 is a 'big deal' Jobs shared a meme of a man holding up a shirt that looked exactly like the one he was already wearing. The caption read out, "Me upgrading from iPhone 13 to iPhone 14 after Apple’s announcement today," Money Control reported. Apple was co-founded by Steve Jobs, renowned as a visionary, in 1976 in his parent's garage. When he passed away in 2011, Apple became one of the most valuable tech businesses in the world. Also read | Apple launches new line of smartwatches: Series 8, new SE and Ultra Apple's supporters believe that following Steve's demise, innovation in the company slowed down. The base model of the company's newest smartphone, the iPhone 14, costs nearly $799, while the 14 pro max costs $1,100. The base 128GB edition of the iPhone 14 costs Rs. 79,900 ($1,002) in India. Furthermore, the customers have to pay Rs. 89,900 ($1,127) for the 1Phone 14 plus 128GB model. However, the cost of the iPhone 14 pro in India will be Rs. 1,29,900 ($1,629), while the price of the pro max will be Rs. 1,39,900 ($1,755). (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Steve Job's daughter posts meme making fun of Apple's new iPhone announcement

It's that time of the year again!&nbsp;

Apple launched its new series of iPhone, watch and AirPods at its much-awaited 'Far Out' event at the Apple Park headquarters in California,&nbsp;United States on Wednesday.&nbsp;

The new iPhone lineup has four models — iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max.&nbsp;

The smartphone giant also upgraded the Airpods Pro — its flagship wireless earbuds — with active noise cancellation.&nbsp;

ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/why-apples-new-emergency-sos-via-satellite-service-for-iphone-14-is-a-big-deal-513971">Why Apple's new emergency SOS via satellite service for iPhone 14 is a 'big deal'</a>&nbsp;

However, like all previous Apple events, the announcement sparked a meme fest on Twitter.&nbsp;

While many mocked Apple over its lack of major innovation, several others trolled the smartphone maker for christening the black cutout notch as 'dynamic&nbsp;island'.&nbsp;

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iPhone user when Apple announce the iPhone 14 tomorrow: <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AppleEvent?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AppleEvent</a> <a href="https://t.co/USgUGEc9KW">pic.twitter.com/USgUGEc9KW</a>
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Me after selling my left lung for the iPhone 14 Pro Max <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AppleEvent?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AppleEvent</a> <a href="https://t.co/lYcvPv6Ju6">pic.twitter.com/lYcvPv6Ju6</a>
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Me: “I want a iPhone 14” 
My bills: <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AppleEvent?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AppleEvent</a> <a href="https://t.co/e4oE0nFVS2">pic.twitter.com/e4oE0nFVS2</a>
— 🔝 (@D1aphanousBTS) <a href="https://twitter.com/D1aphanousBTS/status/1567593044530061316?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 7, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Me : “I want Iphone 14 pro , Airpods pro 2,Watch series 8 “ 
Also me : <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AppleEvent?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AppleEvent</a> <a href="https://t.co/LWOXY4l7CB">pic.twitter.com/LWOXY4l7CB</a>
— Roshan Shah 🩺🇳🇵 (@imRshah19) <a href="https://twitter.com/imRshah19/status/1567644900623282176?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 7, 2022</a></blockquote>
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ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science-technology/apple-launches-new-line-of-smartwatches-series-8-new-se-and-ultra-513934">Apple launches new line of smartwatches: Series 8, new SE and Ultra</a>&nbsp;

"Dynamic island designer"

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You can use satellite SOS to get rescued from the dynamic island
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Help, I'm stranded on Dynamic Island! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AppleEvent?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AppleEvent</a> <a href="https://t.co/EL1zfn0SRa">pic.twitter.com/EL1zfn0SRa</a>
— Ray Wong (@raywongy) <a href="https://twitter.com/raywongy/status/1567677052752637952?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 8, 2022</a></blockquote>
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I still can’t deal with Dynamic Island. 📱🏝<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AppleEvent?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AppleEvent</a> <a href="https://t.co/kuOEExJCNM">pic.twitter.com/kuOEExJCNM</a>
— Basic Apple Guy (@BasicAppleGuy) <a href="https://twitter.com/BasicAppleGuy/status/1567580317850152961?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 7, 2022</a></blockquote>
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i’m no longer a product designer, I’m a Dynamic Island Designer 👨🏾‍🎨
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If you gave me 1,000,000 attempts to guess the name of this, “dynamic island” would never come up. <a href="https://t.co/2iqSCIIR0H">pic.twitter.com/2iqSCIIR0H</a>
— Quinn Nelson (@SnazzyQ) <a href="https://twitter.com/SnazzyQ/status/1567576804977971200?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 7, 2022</a></blockquote>
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My bank account when I try to buy an iPhone 14: <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AppleEvent?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AppleEvent</a> <a href="https://t.co/qMcL7Alr6J">pic.twitter.com/qMcL7Alr6J</a>
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Story of every new iPhone <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AppleEvent?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AppleEvent</a> <a href="https://t.co/uzKvsaGp4y">pic.twitter.com/uzKvsaGp4y</a>
— Pakchikpak Raja Babu (@HaramiParindey) <a href="https://twitter.com/HaramiParindey/status/1567580247683641344?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 7, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Needless to mention, the kidney jokes made a comeback too.

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This is how I see the new iPhone. 
 
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— your ultimate 🅿️lug  (@GimK_) <a href="https://twitter.com/GimK_/status/1567583417696489472?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 7, 2022</a></blockquote>
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me leaving the apple store without a kidney but with an iphone 14 pro max &amp; the new airpods in my bag <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AppleEvent?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AppleEvent</a> 
 
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thank you apple for not removing the notch, AGAIN. You just saved my kidney. <a href="https://t.co/UnyMi6TV3m">pic.twitter.com/UnyMi6TV3m</a>
— chapati_gamer (@Chapati_Gamer) <a href="https://twitter.com/Chapati_Gamer/status/1567576698790580229?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 7, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Am wondering if I would need to sell a kidney or two. I mean, surely this version of iPhone will allow me to have one on one with my God! 🤭🥰😆<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AppleEvent?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AppleEvent</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Apple?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Apple</a> <a href="https://t.co/qrxZCAdxG1">pic.twitter.com/qrxZCAdxG1</a>
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Apple iPhone 14 will come out in GPS and cellular models and will be made available starting September 16 in the US.

The price of the GPS version of Apple Watch Series starts at $399. In India, the starting price is pegged at Rs. 45,900. Similarly, the Apple Watch Ultra will be available starting September 23 for $799.

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It's that time of the year again! Apple launched its new series of iPhone, watch and AirPods at its much-awaited 'Far Out' event at the Apple Park headquarters in California, United States on Wednesday.

It's that time of the year again! Apple launched its new series of iPhone, watch and AirPods at its much-awaited 'Far Out' event at the Apple Park headquarters in California, United States on Wednesday. The new iPhone lineup has four models — iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max. The smartphone giant also upgraded the Airpods Pro — its flagship wireless earbuds — with active noise cancellation. ALSO READ | Why Apple's new emergency SOS via satellite service for iPhone 14 is a 'big deal' However, like all previous Apple events, the announcement sparked a meme fest on Twitter. While many mocked Apple over its lack of major innovation, several others trolled the smartphone maker for christening the black cutout notch as 'dynamic island'. Take a look at some of these hilarious memes and reactions: iPhone user when Apple announce the iPhone 14 tomorrow: #AppleEvent pic.twitter.com/USgUGEc9KW — Sancheezzzy ✵ (@Scoby20) September 7, 2022 × Me after selling my left lung for the iPhone 14 Pro Max #AppleEvent pic.twitter.com/lYcvPv6Ju6 — JUICYSHOMPY (@jayshompy) September 7, 2022 × Me: “I want a iPhone 14” My bills: #AppleEvent pic.twitter.com/e4oE0nFVS2 — 🔝 (@D1aphanousBTS) September 7, 2022 × Me : “I want Iphone 14 pro , Airpods pro 2,Watch series 8 “ Also me : #AppleEvent pic.twitter.com/LWOXY4l7CB — Roshan Shah 🩺🇳🇵 (@imRshah19) September 7, 2022 × ALSO READ | Apple launches new line of smartwatches: Series 8, new SE and Ultra "Dynamic island designer" You can use satellite SOS to get rescued from the dynamic island — Kyle 🏳️‍🌈 (@kyleve) September 7, 2022 × Help, I'm stranded on Dynamic Island! #AppleEvent pic.twitter.com/EL1zfn0SRa — Ray Wong (@raywongy) September 8, 2022 × I still can’t deal with Dynamic Island. 📱🏝#AppleEvent pic.twitter.com/kuOEExJCNM — Basic Apple Guy (@BasicAppleGuy) September 7, 2022 × i’m no longer a product designer, I’m a Dynamic Island Designer 👨🏾‍🎨 — sulley (@svlleyy) September 7, 2022 × If you gave me 1,000,000 attempts to guess the name of this, “dynamic island” would never come up. pic.twitter.com/2iqSCIIR0H — Quinn Nelson (@SnazzyQ) September 7, 2022 × My bank account when I try to buy an iPhone 14: #AppleEvent pic.twitter.com/qMcL7Alr6J — 🔝 (@D1aphanousBTS) September 7, 2022 × Story of every new iPhone #AppleEvent pic.twitter.com/uzKvsaGp4y — Pakchikpak Raja Babu (@HaramiParindey) September 7, 2022 × Needless to mention, the kidney jokes made a comeback too. This is how I see the new iPhone. #AppleEvent pic.twitter.com/gZeDSeVXXA — your ultimate 🅿️lug  (@GimK_) September 7, 2022 × me leaving the apple store without a kidney but with an iphone 14 pro max & the new airpods in my bag #AppleEvent pic.twitter.com/vqqXI2OVFR — your ultimate 🅿️lug  (@GimK_) September 7, 2022 × thank you apple for not removing the notch, AGAIN. You just saved my kidney. pic.twitter.com/UnyMi6TV3m — chapati_gamer (@Chapati_Gamer) September 7, 2022 × Am wondering if I would need to sell a kidney or two. I mean, surely this version of iPhone will allow me to have one on one with my God! 🤭🥰😆#AppleEvent #Apple pic.twitter.com/qrxZCAdxG1 — Ruby Tyagi (@december_author) September 7, 2022 × Apple iPhone 14 will come out in GPS and cellular models and will be made available starting September 16 in the US. The price of the GPS version of Apple Watch Series starts at $399. In India, the starting price is pegged at Rs. 45,900. Similarly, the Apple Watch Ultra will be available starting September 23 for $799. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

'Need to sell both kidneys now': How Apple iPhone launch triggered meme-fest on Twitter

After many months of conjecture and hype, the time to take the wraps off Apple’s new series of iPhones is finally here, almost. But the big question is Apple still relevant? Have iPhones lost their appeal in the last few years? Eric Njoka tells you more.

WION Fineprint | Are iPhones losing their appeal?

Apple on Wednesday unveiled its new series of smartwatches at the Cupertino company's ‘Far Out' launch event. These are Apple Watch Series 8, Apple Watch SE (2nd Generation), and Apple Watch Ultra.

The latest smartwatch series will come out in GPS and Cellular models and will be made available starting September 16 in the US.

Apple Watch Series 8 price and specifications

The price of the GPS version of Apple Watch Series starts at $399. In India, the starting price is pegged at Rs. 45,900.

While the cellular will come out with a starting price of $499. These smartwatch series will be available in Midnight, Silver, Starlight, and Red colours.

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Moreover, the tech firm is also offering free subscription to Fitness+ for three months with the purchase of Apple Watch Series 8.

The Series 8 also features two new motion sensors to detect if you’ve been in a severe car crash.

Apple says that Series can track temperature changes as slight as 0.1 degrees Celsius and that it checks your temperature every five seconds.

It says that tracking your body temperature overnight can help give you insights into your ovulation cycle, which it can use to enhance the watch’s cycle tracking feature for those who menstruate.

Apple Watch SE (2nd Generation) features and price

Apple’s most affordable smartwatch’s price will start at $249 for the GPS version, while the cellular model will cost $299. &nbsp;In India, the GPS model starts at Rs. 29,900.

The smartwatch will come out in&nbsp;Midnight, Silver, and Starlight colours.

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Apple Watch SE (2nd Generation) comes a Retina OLED display which, Apple claims, is 30 per cent larger than its predecessor that was launched in 2020.

The second generation is also equipped with a faster S8 processor, which is said to be 20 per cent faster than the S5 chipset on the older model.

Apple said that the new Apple Watch SE (2nd Generation) has health monitoring features, including ECG and blood oxygen level monitoring.

It will also offer the crash detection feature which is available on the Apple Watch Series 8 lineup.

Apple Watch Ultra

This is the first time that Apple has launched an ‘Ultra’ version of its famed smartwatch series.

It has a huge 49mm case, encompassing the biggest and brightest display on an Apple Watch yet.

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The case is made of titanium with a raised edge to protect the display. Apple claims that the Ultr4a version comes up with 2,000 nits of brightness for the display.

Apple has created a new watchface specifically for the larger display, called Wayfinder. It accommodates a lot more information and can be customized for the different environments.

Apple claims that its Ultra model has the best battery life of any Apple Watch, reaching up to 36 hours during normal use.

The Ultra models comes out with three new bands — Trail Loop, Alpine Loop, and Ocean Band — offering unique design features that provide a secure and comfortable fit for every adventure.

On the left side, the Apple Watch Ultra has an extra speaker, which can be used to produce an 86-decibel siren for emergencies, as well as a new Action button painted in high-contrast international orange.

The button can be customized for instant access to Workouts, Compass Wayponts or Backtrack - a feature that allows you to find your way back through a trail.

The usual home button and digital crown are located on the right side. The crown has a larger diameter and coarser grooves. There are three microphones on the Watch Ultra that Apple claims can help you be heard even in windy conditions.

The Apple Watch Ultra will be available starting September 23 for $799.

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Apple on Wednesday unveiled its new series of smartwatches at the Cupertino company's ‘Far Out' launch event. These are Apple Watch Series 8, Apple Watch SE (2nd Generation), and Apple Watch Ultra.

Apple on Wednesday unveiled its new series of smartwatches at the Cupertino company's ‘Far Out' launch event. These are Apple Watch Series 8, Apple Watch SE (2nd Generation), and Apple Watch Ultra. The latest smartwatch series will come out in GPS and Cellular models and will be made available starting September 16 in the US. Apple Watch Series 8 price and specifications The price of the GPS version of Apple Watch Series starts at $399. In India, the starting price is pegged at Rs. 45,900. While the cellular will come out with a starting price of $499. These smartwatch series will be available in Midnight, Silver, Starlight, and Red colours. Moreover, the tech firm is also offering free subscription to Fitness+ for three months with the purchase of Apple Watch Series 8. The Series 8 also features two new motion sensors to detect if you’ve been in a severe car crash. Apple says that Series can track temperature changes as slight as 0.1 degrees Celsius and that it checks your temperature every five seconds. It says that tracking your body temperature overnight can help give you insights into your ovulation cycle, which it can use to enhance the watch’s cycle tracking feature for those who menstruate. Apple Watch SE (2nd Generation) features and price Apple’s most affordable smartwatch’s price will start at $249 for the GPS version, while the cellular model will cost $299. In India, the GPS model starts at Rs. 29,900. The smartwatch will come out in Midnight, Silver, and Starlight colours. Apple Watch SE (2nd Generation) comes a Retina OLED display which, Apple claims, is 30 per cent larger than its predecessor that was launched in 2020. The second generation is also equipped with a faster S8 processor, which is said to be 20 per cent faster than the S5 chipset on the older model. Apple said that the new Apple Watch SE (2nd Generation) has health monitoring features, including ECG and blood oxygen level monitoring. It will also offer the crash detection feature which is available on the Apple Watch Series 8 lineup. Apple Watch Ultra This is the first time that Apple has launched an ‘Ultra’ version of its famed smartwatch series. It has a huge 49mm case, encompassing the biggest and brightest display on an Apple Watch yet. The case is made of titanium with a raised edge to protect the display. Apple claims that the Ultr4a version comes up with 2,000 nits of brightness for the display. Apple has created a new watchface specifically for the larger display, called Wayfinder. It accommodates a lot more information and can be customized for the different environments. Apple claims that its Ultra model has the best battery life of any Apple Watch, reaching up to 36 hours during normal use. The Ultra models comes out with three new bands — Trail Loop, Alpine Loop, and Ocean Band — offering unique design features that provide a secure and comfortable fit for every adventure. On the left side, the Apple Watch Ultra has an extra speaker, which can be used to produce an 86-decibel siren for emergencies, as well as a new Action button painted in high-contrast international orange. The button can be customized for instant access to Workouts, Compass Wayponts or Backtrack - a feature that allows you to find your way back through a trail. The usual home button and digital crown are located on the right side. The crown has a larger diameter and coarser grooves. There are three microphones on the Watch Ultra that Apple claims can help you be heard even in windy conditions. The Apple Watch Ultra will be available starting September 23 for $799.

Apple launches new line of smartwatches: Series 8, new SE and Ultra

Apple is expected to launch a bunch of new products at its much-awaited Far Out event on Wednesday to be held at the Steve Jobs Theatre in the company's headquarters at Cupertino, California. It will begin at 10 am Pacific Time (10:30 pm in India) and will be live streamed. Not a lot of people are expected to attend the even physically, though.

Where to watch? 
The event will be streamed on Apple.com, the Apple YouTube channel, as well as on the Apple TV app. If you have an iPhone, you can visit the company's website on Safari to watch the event.

Everything expected to be launched 
Apple is expected to unveil iPhone14, besides the iPhone 14 Max, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max. The iPhone Mini will likely be discontinued this year and probably be replaced by a Max or Plus model.&nbsp;

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Three Apple Watch models might also be unveiled and named Series 8. They will likely feature a new body temperature sensor to help with fertility and sleep tracking. However, the Apple Watch Pro is expected to be its biggest launch, with a bigger screen, extra durability, and more physical controls. An updated Apple Watch SE is also on the cards.&nbsp;

It is also likely to introduce the second-generation AirPods Pro, along with unveiling the AirPods Pro 2 with a new design.&nbsp;

What else? 
Apple will also talk about iOS 16, which was first announced in June and has been in testing for months. It could also announce new subscription services for Apple Music, iCloud and Apple TV+.

Pricing 
The higher-end models are likely to be priced much higher than expected because of the current value of Indian Rupee. Fluctuations in currency also makes Apple keeps a price buffer in India on top of the original Dollar pricing. Starting price of the new iPhone 14 might be somewhere around Rs. 79,990.

Last year, the iPhone 13 series was priced on the same scale as iPhone 12. But this is not expected to be the case this year. However, some people are expecting that since the newer models will be manufactured in India, the costs might remain low in the country.

Demand 
The demand for the iPhone 14 series is likely to remain high despite consumers not having as much cash as they did pre-pandemic. A research note by analysts at Wedbush Securities says that there will be a high demand for the iPhone 14, estimating that 240 million out of one billion iPhone users worldwide have not upgraded their phones in over three and a half years. 
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(With inputs from agencies)

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Apple is expected to launch a bunch of new products at its much-awaited Far Out event on Wednesday to be held at the Steve Jobs Theatre in the company's headquarters at Cupertino, California.

Apple is expected to launch a bunch of new products at its much-awaited Far Out event on Wednesday to be held at the Steve Jobs Theatre in the company's headquarters at Cupertino, California. It will begin at 10 am Pacific Time (10:30 pm in India) and will be live streamed. Not a lot of people are expected to attend the even physically, though. Where to watch? The event will be streamed on Apple.com, the Apple YouTube channel, as well as on the Apple TV app. If you have an iPhone, you can visit the company's website on Safari to watch the event. Everything expected to be launched Apple is expected to unveil iPhone14, besides the iPhone 14 Max, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max. The iPhone Mini will likely be discontinued this year and probably be replaced by a Max or Plus model. Three Apple Watch models might also be unveiled and named Series 8. They will likely feature a new body temperature sensor to help with fertility and sleep tracking. However, the Apple Watch Pro is expected to be its biggest launch, with a bigger screen, extra durability, and more physical controls. An updated Apple Watch SE is also on the cards. It is also likely to introduce the second-generation AirPods Pro, along with unveiling the AirPods Pro 2 with a new design. What else? Apple will also talk about iOS 16, which was first announced in June and has been in testing for months. It could also announce new subscription services for Apple Music, iCloud and Apple TV+. Pricing The higher-end models are likely to be priced much higher than expected because of the current value of Indian Rupee. Fluctuations in currency also makes Apple keeps a price buffer in India on top of the original Dollar pricing. Starting price of the new iPhone 14 might be somewhere around Rs. 79,990. Last year, the iPhone 13 series was priced on the same scale as iPhone 12. But this is not expected to be the case this year. However, some people are expecting that since the newer models will be manufactured in India, the costs might remain low in the country. Demand The demand for the iPhone 14 series is likely to remain high despite consumers not having as much cash as they did pre-pandemic. A research note by analysts at Wedbush Securities says that there will be a high demand for the iPhone 14, estimating that 240 million out of one billion iPhone users worldwide have not upgraded their phones in over three and a half years. (With inputs from agencies)

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Nearly a year after announcing its new ad policy, Apple may be bridging the gap between itself and Google and Facebook in the digital ads market, according to a recent study published by Appsumer, an advertising analytics firm. The study, based on online ad budgets of over 100 mobile app companies stated that advertisements on Apple's App store grew by 3.7 per cent to 94.8 per cent, compared to the 2021 Q2 data. Meanwhile, Apple's competitors viz. Facebook and Google saw a 3 per cent and 1.7 per cent dip in the number of mobile apps advertising respectively. The study makes it clear that more and more advertisers are willing to spend big bucks to advertise on App Store, in addition to Apple News and Stocks. Advertisers allocated almost 15 per cent of their ad budget to Apple while both Google and Facebook saw a decline. Read more: Ahead of iPhone 14 launch, Brazil suspends sale of iPhones without battery charger, imposes fine "Apple has joined the duopoly of Facebook and Google at the top table of advertiser adoption,” said the study. As reported by WION, Apple last year rolled out its new privacy policy called 'App Tracking Transparency' that required the apps on its platform to ask for users' permission to track their activity and share it with third parties. Read more: Only 10,000 iOS apps follow Apple's new user tracking guidelines so far: Report Succinctly put, Apple disrupted the entire 'personalised advertising' market as business houses had to reconsider their strategies. The change in policy meant that companies like Facebook found it more difficult to track users on the vast realms of the internet. However, Apple remained unscathed as its advertising business grew 238 per cent to $3.7 billion in 2021. Moreover, buoyant by its advertising revenue, Apple is planning to add more advertisements to its first-party apps that come pre-installed on iPhone. According to tech reports, Apple has already internally tested the ads on its Maps, Books, and Podcasts. If the Cupertino-based company rolls out the ad feature on these apps, it could very well take its advertising business revenue into double digits. Read more: Apple's next big money-making idea: More ads in iPhones (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Apple's upcoming iPhone 14 lineup is expected to be priced higher than the iPhone 13 series, but a new report suggests that the price hike may not be as steep as anticipated. Apple is expected to launch its iPhone 14 lineup at its upcoming event on September 7.

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It's that time of the year when Apple creates a lot of hype around its upcoming iPhones, only to launch new handsets that disappoint us with incremental upgrades. At least, that's what the pattern has been like for the past few years. Before Apple announces the much-anticipated iPhone 14, let's look at how the iPhone, which once revolutionised the smartphone market, is struggling with innovation.

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A report authored by State Bank of India's (SBI) chief economic adviser Soumya Kanti Ghosh has stated that India is likely to become the third largest economy by 2029, largely due to the structural shift since 2014.

A report authored by State Bank of India's (SBI) chief economic adviser Soumya Kanti Ghosh has stated that India is likely to become the third largest economy by 2029, largely due to the structural shift since 2014. Reportedly, the study asserted that India will likely surpass Germany in 2027 and Japan in 2029 to move atop the table if the current rate of growth is maintained. When Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his government took charge in 2014, India was in the 10th spot. If the report's forecast can become a reality, the jump of seven spots within 15 years might just be the legacy of the Modi government. Read more: India's GDP jumped 13.5% in June quarter on pandemic rebound: Official figures The report took a measure of India's GDP forecast for FY23 and added that 6 per cent to 6.5 per cent is the new normal. "Interestingly, even as estimates of India's GDP growth rate for FY23 currently range from 6.7 per cent to 7.7 per cent, we firmly believe that it is immaterial. In a world that is ravaged by uncertainties, we believe 6 per cent to 6.5 per cent growth is the new normal," the report said. Earlier this week, the National Statistical Office (NSO) revealed data showing that India's GDP expanded at its quickest rate in a year during the April-June quarter. During the three months that ended on June 30, 2022, India's GDP increased by 13.5 per cent. Talking about how India can benefit from the growth slump in China, the report added that Apple's recent decision to start manufacturing of its newest arrival iPhone 14 in India was an optimistic step. "Global tech major Apple's decision to shift part of its production of its flagship iPhone 14 for worldwide shipping from India, with a negligible time lag of a few weeks post its launch on September 7, bears testimony to such an optimism." As reported by WION, to manufacture its flagship iPhone 14 in India, Apple has already started working with its local suppliers in India to speed up the production pace to cut down the manufacturing time of the new smartphone. Reportedly, iPhone 13 started manufacturing in India, six-seven months after it was launched last year in September. Apple is attempting to reduce the gap and bring it on par with China. Read more: Apple to manufacture iPhone 14 in India; plans to bring it on par with China The SBI report comes in the backdrop of GDP figures released by the International Monetary Fund which stated that India has overtaken the United Kingdom to become the fifth largest economy in the world. Reportedly, the size of the Indian economy with regards to ‘nominal’ cash was $854.7 billion during the quarter through March on an adjusted basis and using the dollar exchange rate on the last day of the relevant quarter. In contrast, the UK was at $814 billion. Moreover, the IMF's forecasts show India pegged to overtake the UK in dollar terms on an annual basis this year, putting the Asian powerhouse behind just the US, China, Japan and Germany. Read more: India overtakes UK to become world’s fifth largest economy (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

India may surpass Germany, Japan to become the third largest economy by 2029: Report

India is planning to speed up safety approvals for electronic devices, ranging from wireless earbuds to smartphones, to reduce the time taken to arrive in the market, Reuters reported citing an industry group.

Currently, it takes anywhere from 16 to 21 weeks to test and certify the products. Once it is approved, the time can be cut by as much as five to eight weeks.

Industry executives say India's cumbersome testing process usually takes 16 weeks for a new Apple AirPods model, for example, as the charging case and its components must first secure clearance before the earbuds are assessed.

Whereas for smartphones and their parts, the procedure could take an average of up to 21 weeks.

The move comes following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s push to increase the electronics hardware manufacturing industry output to $300 billion by 2026.

The decision was taken following a meeting this week between MAIT—a key electronic hardware industry body—and the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), the country’s nodal agency responsible for setting quality and safety standards.

Members of MAIT comprise Apple, Samsung and Xiaomi, along with global and domestic firms operating in India's electronics, telecom and IT sector.

According to Reuters, the BIS is working on a pilot project to do away with the existing sequential testing model and deploy parallel testing for electronic devices in the South Asian market.

"For industry, it is directly linked with ease of doing business; for consumers, this will result in faster access to the latest products," MAIT said in its statement.

According to MAIT, earbuds will be the first devices likely to be put through faster testing, with the government deciding on other products later.

(With inputs from agencies)

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India is planning to speed up safety approvals for electronic devices, ranging from wireless earbuds to smartphones, to reduce the time taken to arrive in the market, Reuters reported citing an industry group.

India is planning to speed up safety approvals for electronic devices, ranging from wireless earbuds to smartphones, to reduce the time taken to arrive in the market, Reuters reported citing an industry group. Currently, it takes anywhere from 16 to 21 weeks to test and certify the products. Once it is approved, the time can be cut by as much as five to eight weeks. Industry executives say India's cumbersome testing process usually takes 16 weeks for a new Apple AirPods model, for example, as the charging case and its components must first secure clearance before the earbuds are assessed. Whereas for smartphones and their parts, the procedure could take an average of up to 21 weeks. The move comes following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s push to increase the electronics hardware manufacturing industry output to $300 billion by 2026. The decision was taken following a meeting this week between MAIT—a key electronic hardware industry body—and the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), the country’s nodal agency responsible for setting quality and safety standards. Members of MAIT comprise Apple, Samsung and Xiaomi, along with global and domestic firms operating in India's electronics, telecom and IT sector. According to Reuters, the BIS is working on a pilot project to do away with the existing sequential testing model and deploy parallel testing for electronic devices in the South Asian market. "For industry, it is directly linked with ease of doing business; for consumers, this will result in faster access to the latest products," MAIT said in its statement. According to MAIT, earbuds will be the first devices likely to be put through faster testing, with the government deciding on other products later. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

India planning to speed up testing, safety evaluation process for electronic devices: Report

iPhone came in 2007 with a touch screen much bigger than the ones that were on other phones at that time, it was an instant hit. But then Apple reached a point where critics argued it had lost its grip on innovation.

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Apple will hold its annual marquee event on September 7 where the tech giant is expected to launch the iPhone 14 lineup and its next slate of smartwatches.

The tech company will be hosting the event in-person at the Steve Jobs Theatre at its headquarters in Cupertino, California. It starts at 10 a.m. local time. It will also be live-streamed on Apple’s website, continuing its approach since the pandemic began.

There are reports that Apple might also announce new Apple Watch and AirPods models at the event. It is also reportedly developing new Mac and iPad models as well, but it will be announced at a separate event in October.

But the main attraction of the event is the highly-anticipated iPhone 14 which will be released in four models. This time, it has decided to ditch its mini version, and will start with the normal iPhone 14, and the top-tier being iPhone 14 Pro Max.

While the Pro models of iPhone 14 will be powered by the A16 Bionic chipset, the non-Pro models will be powered by A15 chipset.

According to reports, the new devices are being equipped with improved cameras, and the more expensive iPhone 14 Pro versions could have a smaller pill-shaped cutout on the top of the device’s display, compared to the “notch” that current iPhones have. It will also reportedly include always-on displays.

However, it is difficult to speculate on the starting price of the new iPhone, there are expectations that Apple might increase the prices amid supply chain uncertainty and high inflation.

Apart from that, Apple is expected to unveil the new version of iOS for iPhones&nbsp;after its September event. This year, the iOS is tipped to include the ability to customise the phone’s lock screen and the ability to unsend or edit iMessages.

(With inputs from agencies)

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Apple will hold its annual marquee event on September 7 where the tech giant is expected to launch the iPhone 14 lineup and its next slate of smartwatches. The tech company will be hosting the event in-person at the Steve Jobs Theatre at its headquarters in Cupertino, California.

Apple will hold its annual marquee event on September 7 where the tech giant is expected to launch the iPhone 14 lineup and its next slate of smartwatches. The tech company will be hosting the event in-person at the Steve Jobs Theatre at its headquarters in Cupertino, California. It starts at 10 a.m. local time. It will also be live-streamed on Apple’s website, continuing its approach since the pandemic began. There are reports that Apple might also announce new Apple Watch and AirPods models at the event. It is also reportedly developing new Mac and iPad models as well, but it will be announced at a separate event in October. But the main attraction of the event is the highly-anticipated iPhone 14 which will be released in four models. This time, it has decided to ditch its mini version, and will start with the normal iPhone 14, and the top-tier being iPhone 14 Pro Max. While the Pro models of iPhone 14 will be powered by the A16 Bionic chipset, the non-Pro models will be powered by A15 chipset. According to reports, the new devices are being equipped with improved cameras, and the more expensive iPhone 14 Pro versions could have a smaller pill-shaped cutout on the top of the device’s display, compared to the “notch” that current iPhones have. It will also reportedly include always-on displays. However, it is difficult to speculate on the starting price of the new iPhone, there are expectations that Apple might increase the prices amid supply chain uncertainty and high inflation. Apart from that, Apple is expected to unveil the new version of iOS for iPhones after its September event. This year, the iOS is tipped to include the ability to customise the phone’s lock screen and the ability to unsend or edit iMessages. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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Apple is planning to start making the iPhone 14 in India about two months after the product's initial release out of China. According to a report, it's a move that would narrow the production gap.

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September is usually the month of the launch of a new iPhone. Apple is set to bring its new flagship iPhone 14 and an array of other products into the market. However, the biggest news might not be the launch of the phone, but where it might be produced.&nbsp;

According to reports, Apple is planning to begin the manufacturing of the iPhone 14 in India. The company has already started working with its local suppliers in India to speed up the production pace to cut down the manufacturing time of the new smartphone.&nbsp;

Reportedly, iPhone 13 started manufacturing in India, six-seven months after it was launched last year in September. Apple is attempting to reduce the gap and bring it on par with China.&nbsp;

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Taiwanese tech giant Foxconn, which is the primary manufacturer of the iPhone, has studied a route where components can be shipped from China and assembled at the company's plant, outside the southern Indian city of Chennai.&nbsp;

Accordingly, iPhone 14s is expected to be shipped from the Indian factory by&nbsp;the end of October or early November. However, Apple and Foxconn remain committed to their long-term goal of starting the manufacturing process simultaneously in India and China.&nbsp;

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Why is Apple searching for new pastures?

The slowdown in the economy in China coupled with the breakdown in the supply chain and frequent electricity breakdowns, exacerbated by the heatwave has made the manufacturing climate difficult.&nbsp;

However, it is China's 'Zero-Covid tolerance' policy that has hurt businesses the most. As <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/apple-looks-to-boost-production-outside-china-india-vietnam-emerging-viable-alternatives-report-481111">reported </a>by WION, the complete lockdowns in Shanghai and Kunshan might have been the final straw that made Apple&nbsp;rethink its plans for manufacturing&nbsp;in mainland China.&nbsp;

Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's clarion call of 'Make in India', the country has become a shining spot for manufacturers. Apple is already manufacturing&nbsp;iPhone 13, iPhone 12, and iPhone 11 locally. The manufacturing of iPhone 14, near about the same time as China is expected to be the next big milestone in the country's burgeoning manufacturing prowess.&nbsp;

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September is usually the month of the launch of a new iPhone. Apple is set to bring its new flagship iPhone 14 and an array of other products into the market. However, the biggest news might not be the launch of the phone, but where it might be produced.

September is usually the month of the launch of a new iPhone. Apple is set to bring its new flagship iPhone 14 and an array of other products into the market. However, the biggest news might not be the launch of the phone, but where it might be produced. According to reports, Apple is planning to begin the manufacturing of the iPhone 14 in India. The company has already started working with its local suppliers in India to speed up the production pace to cut down the manufacturing time of the new smartphone. Reportedly, iPhone 13 started manufacturing in India, six-seven months after it was launched last year in September. Apple is attempting to reduce the gap and bring it on par with China. Read more: Apple's next big money-making idea: More ads in iPhones Taiwanese tech giant Foxconn, which is the primary manufacturer of the iPhone, has studied a route where components can be shipped from China and assembled at the company's plant, outside the southern Indian city of Chennai. Accordingly, iPhone 14s is expected to be shipped from the Indian factory by the end of October or early November. However, Apple and Foxconn remain committed to their long-term goal of starting the manufacturing process simultaneously in India and China. Read more: Apple workers oppose return-to-office orders, launch petition against it Why is Apple searching for new pastures? The slowdown in the economy in China coupled with the breakdown in the supply chain and frequent electricity breakdowns, exacerbated by the heatwave has made the manufacturing climate difficult. However, it is China's 'Zero-Covid tolerance' policy that has hurt businesses the most. As reported by WION, the complete lockdowns in Shanghai and Kunshan might have been the final straw that made Apple rethink its plans for manufacturing in mainland China. Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's clarion call of 'Make in India', the country has become a shining spot for manufacturers. Apple is already manufacturing iPhone 13, iPhone 12, and iPhone 11 locally. The manufacturing of iPhone 14, near about the same time as China is expected to be the next big milestone in the country's burgeoning manufacturing prowess. Read more: Apple Watch dubbed a 'high severity' security risk by the Indian government (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Apple to manufacture iPhone 14 in India; plans to bring it on par with China

Apple supplier Foxconn is eyeing to diversify its production, it has signed a $300 million memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Vietnamese developer Kinh Bac City to expand its facility in the north of the country.

Apple supplier Foxconn to invest $300 million in northern Vietnam

A petition has been launched by Apple workers against the company as they oppose the company's return-to-office orders. In the petition, Apple employees noted that the decision to work from the office risks stifling diversity and staff wellbeing.

A petition has been launched by Apple workers against the company as they oppose the company's return-to-office orders. In the petition, Apple employees noted that the decision to work from the office risks stifling diversity and staff wellbeing. For a very long time, Apple CEO Tim Cook has been trying to call the employees back to offices after they were forced to work from home after the emergence of coronavirus (COVID-19). Several times Cook's efforts have been thwarted by the emergence of new coronavirus waves and a rise in cases. Even in April, he rolled out a slow hybrid plan but it was delayed due to the deadly virus. ALSO READ | Study reveals loneliness may increase risk of unemployment in future In a memo, Apple recently told all the employees must come into the office for at least three days a week from next month to restore "in-person collaboration". In the memo, Tim Cook said: "We are excited to move forward with the pilot and believe that this revised framework will enhance our ability to work flexibly, while preserving the in-person collaboration that is so essential to our culture." But, employees have launched a petition to oppose the plan. A group of workers who operate under the name Apple Together stated that greater flexibility in the way they work would promote diversity within the company. They have shared the petition to raise their voice against Cook's orders. ALSO READ | Magic mushrooms likely to be world's most effective tool against depression Are you an office-based Apple employee? Are you less than thrilled with the RTO mandate? Sign the petition, lets stand together. #appletogether https://t.co/KO0Y0rGvQB — AppleTogether (@AppleLaborers) August 22, 2022 × As reported by the Financial Times, the Apple petition said: "We believe that Apple should encourage, not prohibit, flexible work to build a more diverse and successful company where we can feel comfortable to 'think different' together." The petition further added that the orders apparently do not acknowledge that staff were "happier and more productive" with less traditional working arrangements. The group said in a tweet linked to the petition on Monday, "Are you an office-based Apple employee? Are you less than thrilled with the RTO [return to office] mandate? Sign the petition, lets (sic) stand together." WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Apple company's security experts are warning that everyone should update any Apple device they have immediately. WION tells you why.

WION Fineprint: Apple asks its users to update the devices urgently

Apple has urged users to install emergency software updates warning that a flaw is allowing hackers to take complete control of iPhones, iPads and Mac computers. The company said that the hackers might already be aware of it and have probably been taking advantage of the problem. Apple released two security reports about the issue on Wednesday.

"Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been actively exploited," the Silicon Valley-based company said.

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The vulnerable devices include iPhones 6S and later models; several models of the iPad, including the fifth generation and later, all iPad Pro models and the iPad Air 2; and Mac computers running MacOS Monterey. It also affects some iPod models.

The Guardian quoted Rachel Tobac, CEO of SocialProof Security, as saying that a hacker can gain “full admin access to the device” and “execute any code as if they are you, the user." She advised activists, journalists and people of similar profile who are in the public eye to update their devices on priority.

Apple did not disclose whether it had information regarding the extent to which the issue has been exploited.

Patches were released for iPhones, iPads and Mac computers on Wednesday and Thursday running on operating systems with the vulnerability.

(With inputs from agencies)

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Apple has urged users to install emergency software updates warning that a flaw is allowing hackers to take complete control of iPhones, iPads and Mac computers.

Apple has urged users to install emergency software updates warning that a flaw is allowing hackers to take complete control of iPhones, iPads and Mac computers. The company said that the hackers might already be aware of it and have probably been taking advantage of the problem. Apple released two security reports about the issue on Wednesday. "Apple is aware of a report that this issue may have been actively exploited," the Silicon Valley-based company said. Also Read | Apple starts connecting the dots for its next big thing The vulnerable devices include iPhones 6S and later models; several models of the iPad, including the fifth generation and later, all iPad Pro models and the iPad Air 2; and Mac computers running MacOS Monterey. It also affects some iPod models. The Guardian quoted Rachel Tobac, CEO of SocialProof Security, as saying that a hacker can gain “full admin access to the device” and “execute any code as if they are you, the user." She advised activists, journalists and people of similar profile who are in the public eye to update their devices on priority. Apple did not disclose whether it had information regarding the extent to which the issue has been exploited. Patches were released for iPhones, iPads and Mac computers on Wednesday and Thursday running on operating systems with the vulnerability. (With inputs from agencies)

Apple warns of a security flaw that lets hackers 'seize control' of its devices

Apple supplier BOE Technology Group Co Ltd will make adjustments at its operations in Sichuan due to power rationing in the region, it said in a stock market filing on Tuesday.

Apple supplier BOE, others say production hit by Sichuan power rationing

Apple has its next big money-making idea. It is not the next generation, glass-ceiling breaker iPhone, MacBook or even an Apple smartwatch. It's advertising. Reportedly, Apple is looking to add more advertisements to its first-party apps that come pre-installed on iPhone.

Apple has its next big money-making idea. It is not the next generation, glass-ceiling breaker iPhone, MacBook or even an Apple smartwatch. It's advertising. Reportedly, Apple is looking to add more advertisements to its first-party apps that come pre-installed on iPhone. According to tech reports, Apple has already internally tested the ads on its Maps, Books and Podcasts. Currently, Apple allows app developers to advertise their apps on the App Store. Moreover, ads are displayed in Apple News and Stocks. It is pertinent to note that last year, Apple rolled out its new privacy policy called 'App Tracking Transparency' that required the apps on its platform to ask for users' permission to track their activity and share it with third parties. Read More: Apple sets deadline for employees to be in the office at least three days a week Succinctly put, Apple disrupted the entire 'personalised advertising' market as business houses had to reconsider their strategies. However, Apple remained unscathed and on the contrary, its advertising business grew 238 per cent to $3.7 billion in 2021. Thus it appears a tad ironic that by adding more ads in the iPhone apps, Apple wants to take this number into the double digits. It's not all that. Apple is also looking to maximise the earning potential of its streaming platform Apple TV Plus. Reportedly, taking a cue out of Dinsey+ and Netflix's book, Apple is willing to experiment with a lower-priced ad-supported subscription plan. Both Disney+ and Netflix are expected to roll out the said tiers by the end of the year. Analysts believe that Apple is in the early stages of developing its own new mobile advertising platform. The uptick in recruitment drive suggests that efforts were ongoing to create a profitable ad platform. Apple and its bumper quarter As reported by WION, last month Apple announced that its June quarter revenue stood at a record $83 billion, up two per cent YoY. Apple also announced that it expected to pay a dividend of $0.3 per share to its shareholders. “This quarter’s record results speak of Apple’s constant efforts to innovate, to advance new possibilities, and to enrich the lives of our customers." Tim Cook was quoted as saying. Read More: Apple and Amazon post impressive numbers amid an economic slowdown (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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