US Tech giant apple has renewed discussions with OpenAI about using the startup's generative ai technology to power some new features in the iPhone later this year. A Bloomberg report states that companies have begun discussing terms of a potential agreement, and how OpenAI features would be integrated into apple’s next iPhone operating system.

Apple renews talks with OpenAI to power new iPhones: Report

Apple is significantly expanding its presence in India. Over the next three years, apple's vendor network is expected to create over 500,000 new jobs in the country, marking a 233% increase from current levels. This hiring surge comes alongside apple's plans to scale up iPhone production in India.

Apple to create over 500,000 Indian jobs in 3 years

Apple's stellar run as the top smartphone maker has been eclipsed by samsung's rising galaxy. The latest data from research firm idc reveals that apple's smartphone shipments plummeted by 10% in the first quarter of 2024 as android rivals aimed for the top spot.

Samsung regains 'top phone maker in the world' title

Tech Giant Apple has sent a fresh round of threat notifications to some of its users in India along with 91 other countries why well the company has said that they might have been possible victims of a mercenary spy wear attack.

Apple warns users in 92 countries of spyware attack

India is the new hub for smartphone maker Apple. Recent report shows that Apple has assembled iPhones worth $14 billion in the previous fiscal year. This figure stood at zero just a few years ago so what does this manufacturing boom tell us about India's Global Ambitions? Watch in for more details!

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Apple is in talks with India's Tata group for the potential takeover of Pegatron's iPhone manufacturing facility in Chennai, India. This comes as apple seeks to diversify production beyond china due to ongoing geopolitical tensions. Watch in for more details!

Tata group to take 65% control of Pegatron's iPhone plant in India

<o:p></o:p>Tata Group is reportedly negotiating to acquire Pegatron's only iPhone manufacturing facility in the country. <o:p></o:p>

This potential deal indicates Pegatron's scaling back of its partnership with Apple and Tata's expansion in iPhone manufacturing.<o:p></o:p>

If finalised, the agreement will result in Tata holding a minimum of a 65 per cent stake in a joint venture that will oversee the Pegatron plant located near Chennai. <o:p></o:p>

Pegatron will retain the remaining stake and will continue to offer technical support to the joint venture. <o:p></o:p>

This deal has received Apple's endorsement, as reported earlier by Reuters.<o:p></o:p>

Other media reports suggest Tata intends to manage the joint venture through its Tata Electronics division. <o:p></o:p>

The Pegatron facility in Chennai currently employs around 10,000 workers and has an annual production capacity of 5 million iPhones. <o:p></o:p>

This plant is Pegatron's last remaining iPhone manufacturing unit following its relinquishment of control over an iPhone plant in China to Luxshare for $290 million last year.<o:p></o:p>

Apple's pursuit to diversify its supply chain beyond China, especially in the backdrop of worsening geopolitical tensions between Beijing and Washington, makes the Chennai Pegatron plant a crucial asset. <o:p></o:p>

For Tata Group, this acquisition supports its plan to strengthen iPhone manufacturing capabilities in India.<o:p></o:p>

Tata Group is not new to iPhone assembly in India. It already operates an iPhone assembly plant in Karnataka, acquired from Taiwan's Wistron last year, and is in the process of constructing another facility in Hosur, Tamil Nadu. <o:p></o:p>

In fact, Pegatron has been simultaneously developing an additional iPhone factory at its Chennai complex.<o:p></o:p>

Talks for the Tata-Pegatron deal reportedly include the acquisition of this new facility as well.<o:p></o:p>

The negotiations between Tata and Pegatron are anticipated to conclude within six months. <o:p></o:p>

As part of the deal, all Pegatron employees in India are expected to transition to the newly formed joint venture. <o:p></o:p>

Currently, Apple's iPhone contract manufacturers in India comprise Tata, Pegatron, and Foxconn. <o:p></o:p>

Analysts estimate that Tata's contribution to Apple's iPhone shipments in India could increase to 20-25 per cent this year, up from 12-14 per cent last year.<o:p></o:p>

Tata Group is reportedly negotiating to acquire Pegatron's only iPhone manufacturing facility in the country. This potential deal indicates Pegatron's scaling back of its partnership with Apple and Tata's expansion in iPhone manufacturing.

Tata Group is reportedly negotiating to acquire Pegatron's only iPhone manufacturing facility in the country. This potential deal indicates Pegatron's scaling back of its partnership with Apple and Tata's expansion in iPhone manufacturing. If finalised, the agreement will result in Tata holding a minimum of a 65 per cent stake in a joint venture that will oversee the Pegatron plant located near Chennai. Pegatron will retain the remaining stake and will continue to offer technical support to the joint venture. This deal has received Apple's endorsement, as reported earlier by Reuters. Other media reports suggest Tata intends to manage the joint venture through its Tata Electronics division. The Pegatron facility in Chennai currently employs around 10,000 workers and has an annual production capacity of 5 million iPhones. This plant is Pegatron's last remaining iPhone manufacturing unit following its relinquishment of control over an iPhone plant in China to Luxshare for $290 million last year. Apple's pursuit to diversify its supply chain beyond China, especially in the backdrop of worsening geopolitical tensions between Beijing and Washington, makes the Chennai Pegatron plant a crucial asset. For Tata Group, this acquisition supports its plan to strengthen iPhone manufacturing capabilities in India. Tata Group is not new to iPhone assembly in India. It already operates an iPhone assembly plant in Karnataka, acquired from Taiwan's Wistron last year, and is in the process of constructing another facility in Hosur, Tamil Nadu. In fact, Pegatron has been simultaneously developing an additional iPhone factory at its Chennai complex. Talks for the Tata-Pegatron deal reportedly include the acquisition of this new facility as well. The negotiations between Tata and Pegatron are anticipated to conclude within six months. As part of the deal, all Pegatron employees in India are expected to transition to the newly formed joint venture. Currently, Apple's iPhone contract manufacturers in India comprise Tata, Pegatron, and Foxconn. Analysts estimate that Tata's contribution to Apple's iPhone shipments in India could increase to 20-25 per cent this year, up from 12-14 per cent last year.

Tata Group in talks to acquire Pegatron's sole iPhone plant in India: Report

As the launch date for the iPhone 16 lineup approaches, excitement continues to build among tech enthusiasts. With each new leak and rumour, the anticipation for Apple's latest flagship models only grows stronger.&nbsp;

In the ever-exciting world of tech leaks, renowned Apple insider Tipster Sonny Dickson has recently made some groundbreaking revelations in a post on X, with his latest reveal about the highly anticipated iPhone 16 Pro models. Dickson, known for his accurate predictions in the past, has provided an exclusive peek into the design upgrades that are expected to make the iPhone 16 Pro a true game-changer in the smartphone industry.

As reported by Mint, the most striking feature of the iPhone 16 Pro, as per Dickson's leak, is its revolutionary glass back. This new design element is said to be fortified using a dual-ion exchange process, enhancing its durability and giving it a luxurious matte finish. This unique combination of durability and elegance is poised to set the iPhone 16 Pro apart from its predecessors and competitors alike.

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Apple is reportedly refining its colour processing techniques for titanium to achieve a more refined appearance and enhanced scratch resistance.

Rumours also suggest that the upcoming iPhone 16 series will feature substantial camera upgrades. Among them are speculations about a 48MP ultra-wide lens for the Pro models and sophisticated eight-part hybrid lenses for the Pro Max variant.

But the upgrades don't stop there. The construction of the iPhone 16 Pro is also rumoured to undergo significant enhancements. While the base model may feature aerospace-grade aluminium for its edges, the Pro variant is expected to sport a premium titanium frame, similar to the one introduced with the iPhone 15 Pro models.

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While there have been speculations about the discontinuation of certain titanium colour variants, such as Natural Titanium and White Titanium, these details remain unconfirmed until officially announced by Apple.

Until the official unveiling, all eyes will remain glued on the latest updates and leaks, eagerly anticipating the next big reveal from the tech giant.

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

As the launch date for the iPhone 16 lineup approaches, excitement continues to build among tech enthusiasts. With each new leak and rumour, the anticipation for Apple's latest flagship models only grows stronger.

As the launch date for the iPhone 16 lineup approaches, excitement continues to build among tech enthusiasts. With each new leak and rumour, the anticipation for Apple's latest flagship models only grows stronger. In the ever-exciting world of tech leaks, renowned Apple insider Tipster Sonny Dickson has recently made some groundbreaking revelations in a post on X, with his latest reveal about the highly anticipated iPhone 16 Pro models. Dickson, known for his accurate predictions in the past, has provided an exclusive peek into the design upgrades that are expected to make the iPhone 16 Pro a true game-changer in the smartphone industry. As reported by Mint, the most striking feature of the iPhone 16 Pro, as per Dickson's leak, is its revolutionary glass back. This new design element is said to be fortified using a dual-ion exchange process, enhancing its durability and giving it a luxurious matte finish. This unique combination of durability and elegance is poised to set the iPhone 16 Pro apart from its predecessors and competitors alike. Also read| Astronauts to drive around in Moon cars that will be brought to life by these three companies Apple is reportedly refining its colour processing techniques for titanium to achieve a more refined appearance and enhanced scratch resistance. Rumours also suggest that the upcoming iPhone 16 series will feature substantial camera upgrades. Among them are speculations about a 48MP ultra-wide lens for the Pro models and sophisticated eight-part hybrid lenses for the Pro Max variant. But the upgrades don't stop there. The construction of the iPhone 16 Pro is also rumoured to undergo significant enhancements. While the base model may feature aerospace-grade aluminium for its edges, the Pro variant is expected to sport a premium titanium frame, similar to the one introduced with the iPhone 15 Pro models. Also read| A space camera million times the price of Rolls Royce is set to shoot the universe While there have been speculations about the discontinuation of certain titanium colour variants, such as Natural Titanium and White Titanium, these details remain unconfirmed until officially announced by Apple. Until the official unveiling, all eyes will remain glued on the latest updates and leaks, eagerly anticipating the next big reveal from the tech giant. (With inputs from agencies)

Apple iPhone 16 Pro will likely feature a stunning design upgrade, leak reveals

The federal government’s aggressive crackdown on Big Tech expanded on Thursday to include an antitrust lawsuit by the Justice Department against Apple, one of the world’s best-known and most valuable companies. Watch to know more.

US  FTC sues Apple for violating antitrust laws

Apple&nbsp;is in talks to build Google's Gemini artificial intelligence engine into the iPhone, Bloomberg News reported on Monday, citing people familiar with the situation.

The negotiations are about licensing Gemini for some new features coming to the iPhone software this year, the report said, adding that the terms or branding of an AI agreement or how it would be implemented have not been decided.

Alphabet shares jumped more than 6% in early U.S. trading, while&nbsp;Apple&nbsp;was up 2.5%.

It is unlikely that any deal would be announced until June, when&nbsp;Apple&nbsp;plans to hold its annual conference of developers, and the iPhone maker also recently held talks with ChatGPT-maker OpenAI about using its model, according to the report.

Apple, Alphabet-owned Google and OpenAI did not immediately respond to Reuters requests for comment.

A potential deal between the firms could help Google expand the use of its AI services to more than 2 billion active&nbsp;Apple&nbsp;devices, boosting the search giant's efforts to catch up with Microsoft-backed OpenAI.

It could also help allay investor fears about the slow roll-out of AI apps by&nbsp;Apple, which has lost the crown of the world's most valuable firm after a 10% decline in its shares this year.

The firms have a years-long partnership that makes Google the default search engine on&nbsp;Apple's Safari web browser, and a genAI tie-up may help the Alphabet unit navigate fears that services like ChatGPT could threaten its search dominance.

But the agreement could also invite sharper scrutiny from U.S. regulators, who have sued Google on grounds that it unlawfully stifled competition by paying billions of dollars to&nbsp;Apple&nbsp;to maintain its monopoly in search.

"This strategic partnership is a missing piece in the&nbsp;Apple&nbsp;AI strategy and combines forces with Google for Gemini to power some of the AI features&nbsp;Apple&nbsp;is bringing to market," said Daniel Ives, an analyst at Wedbush.

"This is a major win for Google to get onto the&nbsp;Apple&nbsp;ecosystem and have access to the golden installed base of Cupertino with clearly a major licence fee attached to this," he said, referring to&nbsp;Apple's California headquarters.

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Google in January partnered with&nbsp;Apple's rival Samsung to deploy its genAI technology in the South Korean firm's Galaxy S24 series of smartphones, as part of its efforts to boost the use of Gemini after some missteps during its roll-out.

Apple&nbsp;CEO Tim Cook said last month that the company was investing "significantly" in generative AI and would reveal more about its plans to put the technology to use later this year.

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The Bloomberg report said&nbsp;Apple&nbsp;was planning to use its own homegrown AI models for some new capabilities in its upcoming iOS 18, but was seeking a partner to power genAI features, including functions for creating images and writing essays based on simple prompts.

Apple is in talks to build Google's Gemini artificial intelligence engine into the iPhone, Bloomberg News reported on Monday, citing people familiar with the situation.

Apple is in talks to build Google's Gemini artificial intelligence engine into the iPhone, Bloomberg News reported on Monday, citing people familiar with the situation. The negotiations are about licensing Gemini for some new features coming to the iPhone software this year, the report said, adding that the terms or branding of an AI agreement or how it would be implemented have not been decided. Alphabet shares jumped more than 6% in early U.S. trading, while Apple was up 2.5%. It is unlikely that any deal would be announced until June, when Apple plans to hold its annual conference of developers, and the iPhone maker also recently held talks with ChatGPT-maker OpenAI about using its model, according to the report. Apple, Alphabet-owned Google and OpenAI did not immediately respond to Reuters requests for comment. A potential deal between the firms could help Google expand the use of its AI services to more than 2 billion active Apple devices, boosting the search giant's efforts to catch up with Microsoft-backed OpenAI. It could also help allay investor fears about the slow roll-out of AI apps by Apple, which has lost the crown of the world's most valuable firm after a 10% decline in its shares this year. The firms have a years-long partnership that makes Google the default search engine on Apple's Safari web browser, and a genAI tie-up may help the Alphabet unit navigate fears that services like ChatGPT could threaten its search dominance. But the agreement could also invite sharper scrutiny from U.S. regulators, who have sued Google on grounds that it unlawfully stifled competition by paying billions of dollars to Apple to maintain its monopoly in search. "This strategic partnership is a missing piece in the Apple AI strategy and combines forces with Google for Gemini to power some of the AI features Apple is bringing to market," said Daniel Ives, an analyst at Wedbush. "This is a major win for Google to get onto the Apple ecosystem and have access to the golden installed base of Cupertino with clearly a major licence fee attached to this," he said, referring to Apple's California headquarters. Also read | Apple AI coming 'later this year', confirms CEO Tim Cook Google in January partnered with Apple's rival Samsung to deploy its genAI technology in the South Korean firm's Galaxy S24 series of smartphones, as part of its efforts to boost the use of Gemini after some missteps during its roll-out. Apple CEO Tim Cook said last month that the company was investing "significantly" in generative AI and would reveal more about its plans to put the technology to use later this year. Also watch | Apple to integrate Gemini's AI service into the iPhone: Report × The Bloomberg report said Apple was planning to use its own homegrown AI models for some new capabilities in its upcoming iOS 18, but was seeking a partner to power genAI features, including functions for creating images and writing essays based on simple prompts.

Apple to integrate Google's AI Gemini in iPhone: Report

It's Flashback Friday, and this week we take a nostalgic journey back to June 29th, 2007 – a date etched in history as the day Apple unveiled a revolutionary device that would forever redefine the mobile phone industry: the iPhone.

Back then, Apple was primarily known for its sleek computers and the universal iPod music player.

But with the iPhone, they dared to challenge the status quo, presenting a phone unlike anything the world had ever seen – a phone that traded the familiar, albeit bulky, physical keyboard for a vast, multi-touch display.

A Pre-iPhone World: The age of clunky keyboards and limited options

Before the iPhone's arrival, the mobile phone landscape looked vastly different.

Dominated by established players like Nokia and Blackberry, phones offered basic functionalities like calling, texting, and a primitive internet experience, all navigated through the cumbersome interface of physical keyboards.

Blackberry, though a strong contender, offered features like email, but the overall user experience was far from intuitive, demanding patience and a certain dexterity to navigate its button-heavy design.

The iPhone Revolution: A touch of genius

The iPhone wasn't just a phone; it was a revolution meticulously crafted by Steve Jobs and his team.

Its core features were a revelation – a large, multi-touch display that responded fluidly to your fingertips, a user-friendly operating system that broke away from complexity, and the masterwork: the App Store.

This App Store, a novel concept at the time, opened a gateway to a universe of possibilities. Users could now download and install a vast array of applications, transforming the iPhone from a simple communication tool into a powerful pocket computer capable of handling an ever-expanding range of tasks – from navigation and social media to gaming and mobile productivity suites.

The impact was immediate and seismic. According to a CNBC report, the iPhone's influence drove Apple to sell a staggering 2 billion iPhones globally since its launch.

Competitors, caught flat-footed by Apple's innovation, were forced to play catch-up, scrambling to develop touchscreens and user interfaces that could even begin to rival the iPhone's intuitive design.

While some initial criticisms pointed out limitations like the lack of a copy-paste function, the iPhone's user-centric approach and sleek design quickly won over consumers, making it a coveted status symbol.

The iPhone's Legacy: A transformation beyond the phone

The iPhone's influence stretched far beyond the confines of the mobile phone industry. It revolutionised the way we interact with the internet.

Websites needed to adapt to a touch-based world, leading to a new era of web design optimised for the intuitive swiping and tapping gestures the iPhone pioneered.

Mobile photography, once limited to grainy, low-resolution images captured on flip phones, was catapulted into a new era with the iPhone's easy-to-use camera.

Suddenly, everyone had a powerful camera in their pocket, fostering a generation of social media-savvy photographers who documented their lives with a tap.

Perhaps most significantly, the iPhone fuelled the meteoric rise of app usage, social media platforms, and mobile entertainment.

This transformed how we communicate, access information, and consume leisure, fundamentally altering the social and cultural landscape.

A Legacy Still Unfolding: The enduring appeal of the iPhone

Today, Apple remains the undisputed leader in the smartphone market, a testament to the iPhone's enduring impact and influence. According to Business of Apps, iPhone sales account for a whopping 52 per cent of Apple's total revenue, generating a staggering $383.2 billion in 2023.

But the story doesn't end there.

With each new iteration, Apple continues to push the boundaries of technology, integrating features like facial recognition and advanced camera systems that boast professional-grade capabilities.

As we look back at the beginning of the iPhone's reign, a question lingers: what ground-breaking innovations will grace the next iPhone?

It's Flashback Friday, and this week we take a nostalgic journey back to June 29th, 2007 – a date etched in history as the day Apple unveiled a revolutionary device that would forever redefine the mobile phone industry: the iPhone.

It's Flashback Friday, and this week we take a nostalgic journey back to June 29th, 2007 – a date etched in history as the day Apple unveiled a revolutionary device that would forever redefine the mobile phone industry: the iPhone. Back then, Apple was primarily known for its sleek computers and the universal iPod music player. But with the iPhone, they dared to challenge the status quo, presenting a phone unlike anything the world had ever seen – a phone that traded the familiar, albeit bulky, physical keyboard for a vast, multi-touch display. A Pre-iPhone World: The age of clunky keyboards and limited options Before the iPhone's arrival, the mobile phone landscape looked vastly different. Dominated by established players like Nokia and Blackberry, phones offered basic functionalities like calling, texting, and a primitive internet experience, all navigated through the cumbersome interface of physical keyboards. Blackberry, though a strong contender, offered features like email, but the overall user experience was far from intuitive, demanding patience and a certain dexterity to navigate its button-heavy design. The iPhone Revolution: A touch of genius The iPhone wasn't just a phone; it was a revolution meticulously crafted by Steve Jobs and his team. Its core features were a revelation – a large, multi-touch display that responded fluidly to your fingertips, a user-friendly operating system that broke away from complexity, and the masterwork: the App Store. This App Store, a novel concept at the time, opened a gateway to a universe of possibilities. Users could now download and install a vast array of applications, transforming the iPhone from a simple communication tool into a powerful pocket computer capable of handling an ever-expanding range of tasks – from navigation and social media to gaming and mobile productivity suites. The impact was immediate and seismic. According to a CNBC report, the iPhone's influence drove Apple to sell a staggering 2 billion iPhones globally since its launch. Competitors, caught flat-footed by Apple's innovation, were forced to play catch-up, scrambling to develop touchscreens and user interfaces that could even begin to rival the iPhone's intuitive design. While some initial criticisms pointed out limitations like the lack of a copy-paste function, the iPhone's user-centric approach and sleek design quickly won over consumers, making it a coveted status symbol. The iPhone's Legacy: A transformation beyond the phone The iPhone's influence stretched far beyond the confines of the mobile phone industry. It revolutionised the way we interact with the internet. Websites needed to adapt to a touch-based world, leading to a new era of web design optimised for the intuitive swiping and tapping gestures the iPhone pioneered. Mobile photography, once limited to grainy, low-resolution images captured on flip phones, was catapulted into a new era with the iPhone's easy-to-use camera. Suddenly, everyone had a powerful camera in their pocket, fostering a generation of social media-savvy photographers who documented their lives with a tap. Perhaps most significantly, the iPhone fuelled the meteoric rise of app usage, social media platforms, and mobile entertainment. This transformed how we communicate, access information, and consume leisure, fundamentally altering the social and cultural landscape. A Legacy Still Unfolding: The enduring appeal of the iPhone Today, Apple remains the undisputed leader in the smartphone market, a testament to the iPhone's enduring impact and influence. According to Business of Apps, iPhone sales account for a whopping 52 per cent of Apple's total revenue, generating a staggering $383.2 billion in 2023. But the story doesn't end there. With each new iteration, Apple continues to push the boundaries of technology, integrating features like facial recognition and advanced camera systems that boast professional-grade capabilities. As we look back at the beginning of the iPhone's reign, a question lingers: what ground-breaking innovations will grace the next iPhone?

Flashback Friday | The Reign of the iPhone: A story of innovation and disruption

IPhone maker Apple has made a huge concession in the European market...the tech giant will allow software makers to sell apps there..through their own websites or online marketplaces. Previously, the iPhone maker required all software makers to distribute their apps through its app store. The move is meant to comply with the EU’s Digital Markets Act, which kicked in last week. What does this mean for the company and for the software makers? We find out in the next report.

Apple allows developers to sell apps through their own websites

Apple encountered a significant setback in China as its iPhone sales plummeted by 24 per cent in the initial six weeks of 2024, as revealed by a report by research firm Counterpoint. <o:p></o:p>

Huawei, Apple's staunch competitor, witnessed a contrasting surge, with unit sales skyrocketing by 64 per cent during the same period. <o:p></o:p>

This contrast raises concerns about Apple's market standing and potential demand slowdown, with its share in the Chinese smartphone market slipping to 15.7 per cent, securing the fourth position.<o:p></o:p>

Counterpoint's report highlights a challenging landscape for Apple, attributing its decline to heightened competition from domestic rivals, particularly Huawei, which now claims the second spot in the Chinese market with a market share of 16.5 per cent. <o:p></o:p>

Apple's response to the competition includes recent subsidies for certain iPhone models and prior discounts, reflecting aggressive strategies while the overall smartphone market in China, shrank by 7 per cent.<o:p></o:p>

Counterpoint's Senior Analyst, Mengmeng Zhang, emphasises that Apple is grappling with a challenging scenario, squeezed in the middle due to aggressive pricing from competitors like Oppo, Vivo, and Xiaomi. <o:p></o:p>

The report notes that Huawei's resurgence in premium smartphone sales, especially with the Mate 60 series, has contributed to its remarkable growth despite previous struggles under US sanctions. <o:p></o:p>

Honor, Huawei's spin-off, is the only other brand in the top five to witness sales growth during the first six weeks of the year, rising by 2 per cent.<o:p></o:p>

The report indicates Apple's market share drop from 19 per cent to 15.7 per cent, slipping to the fourth position from second place a year ago. <o:p></o:p>

Meanwhile, Huawei's ascent to the second position underlines its successful rebound. <o:p></o:p>

Vivo, despite a 15 per cent sales decrease, retains its position as China's top-selling smartphone maker. <o:p></o:p>

Apple's proactive measures, including discounts and subsidies, aimed to counter the decline and boost sales amid the challenging market conditions in China.<o:p></o:p>

Apple's struggle in the Chinese market is evident in its share prices, which went down by 1.6 per cent in premarket trading, and an overall 10 per cent loss in value this year. <o:p></o:p>

The report underscores Huawei's resilience and unexpected success in overcoming challenges, including US sanctions, to dominate the Chinese premium smartphone market. <o:p></o:p>

The outcome of Apple's aggressive strategies and competition in China will likely impact its revenue performance, potentially influencing investor confidence.<o:p></o:p>

Apple shares saw a decline of 2.8 per cent in New York trade following reports of its falling revenue.<o:p></o:p>

(With inputs from Reuters)<o:p></o:p>

Apple encountered a significant setback in China as its iPhone sales plummeted by 24 per cent in the initial six weeks of 2024, as revealed by a report by research firm Counterpoint.

Apple encountered a significant setback in China as its iPhone sales plummeted by 24 per cent in the initial six weeks of 2024, as revealed by a report by research firm Counterpoint. Huawei, Apple's staunch competitor, witnessed a contrasting surge, with unit sales skyrocketing by 64 per cent during the same period. This contrast raises concerns about Apple's market standing and potential demand slowdown, with its share in the Chinese smartphone market slipping to 15.7 per cent, securing the fourth position. Counterpoint's report highlights a challenging landscape for Apple, attributing its decline to heightened competition from domestic rivals, particularly Huawei, which now claims the second spot in the Chinese market with a market share of 16.5 per cent. Apple's response to the competition includes recent subsidies for certain iPhone models and prior discounts, reflecting aggressive strategies while the overall smartphone market in China, shrank by 7 per cent. Counterpoint's Senior Analyst, Mengmeng Zhang, emphasises that Apple is grappling with a challenging scenario, squeezed in the middle due to aggressive pricing from competitors like Oppo, Vivo, and Xiaomi. The report notes that Huawei's resurgence in premium smartphone sales, especially with the Mate 60 series, has contributed to its remarkable growth despite previous struggles under US sanctions. Honor, Huawei's spin-off, is the only other brand in the top five to witness sales growth during the first six weeks of the year, rising by 2 per cent. The report indicates Apple's market share drop from 19 per cent to 15.7 per cent, slipping to the fourth position from second place a year ago. Meanwhile, Huawei's ascent to the second position underlines its successful rebound. Vivo, despite a 15 per cent sales decrease, retains its position as China's top-selling smartphone maker. Apple's proactive measures, including discounts and subsidies, aimed to counter the decline and boost sales amid the challenging market conditions in China. Apple's struggle in the Chinese market is evident in its share prices, which went down by 1.6 per cent in premarket trading, and an overall 10 per cent loss in value this year. The report underscores Huawei's resilience and unexpected success in overcoming challenges, including US sanctions, to dominate the Chinese premium smartphone market. The outcome of Apple's aggressive strategies and competition in China will likely impact its revenue performance, potentially influencing investor confidence. Apple shares saw a decline of 2.8 per cent in New York trade following reports of its falling revenue. (With inputs from Reuters)

Apple faces 24 pc dip in China iPhone sales amid Huawei's 64 pc surge

Apple has abandoned its ambitions to produce an electric car, US media reported Tuesday, ending a struggling decade-long project.

The iPhone maker had dedicated nearly 2,000 employees to its secretive car development programme, Bloomberg reported, but faced an increasingly competitive electric vehicle (EV) sector.

The target of "Project Titan," beginning around 2014, was to develop a fully autonomous car, according to media reports.

The decision to shut down the car project was announced internally on Tuesday, Bloomberg and The New York Times reported, citing unnamed sources.

WATCH |&nbsp;Apple cancels its autonomous electric car project

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Apple had reportedly invested billions of dollars in the project.

The tech giant did not respond to AFP requests for comment.

Apple has never publicly disclosed its EV plans, despite a steady drip of media leaks over the years.

In 2022, the specialist site The Information published a report detailing the problems faced by the project, including the departure of multiple executives due to a lack of support from the leadership.&nbsp;

Several US automakers have hit the brakes on EVs in recent months as demand has slowed. Self-driving carmakers Cruise and Waymo -- which is owned by Google parent Alphabet -- have also struggled to expand their products beyond San Francisco.

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Elon Musk's Tesla, one of the EV industry's leaders, has also warned of slower growth in 2024.

In a post on X, Musk responded to news of Apple shutting down its car project with emojis showing a salute and a cigarette.

Apple will transfer many employees from the shuttered car division to generative artificial intelligence (AI) projects, Bloomberg reported.

"On one hand this is a modest disappointment, as the view within (Apple headquarters was)... with roughly 2,000 employees on this initiative that an Apple Car was still on the medium-term horizon," Wedbush's Dan Ives said in an analyst statement.&nbsp;

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But on the other hand, he said, "the laser focus within Apple is ramping up and executing a broad AI strategy within the Apple ecosystem, as it appears the vast majority of these engineers and developers will now focus their efforts on AI."

Generative AI -- popularised by the success of ChatGPT, from the Microsoft-backed OpenAI -- makes it possible to produce text, images, sound and other output simply by submitting a request in everyday language.&nbsp;

Around the world, major tech companies including Google, Microsoft, Meta and Amazon are rapidly pursuing the development and deployment of AI products.&nbsp;

But so far, Apple has had little to say on the subject beyond using AI in photo editing. 
 
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Apple has abandoned its ambitions to produce an electric car, US media reported Tuesday, ending a struggling decade-long project. The iPhone maker had dedicated nearly 2,000 employees to its secretive car development programme, Bloomberg reported, but faced an increasingly competitive electric vehicle (EV) sector.

Apple has abandoned its ambitions to produce an electric car, US media reported Tuesday, ending a struggling decade-long project. The iPhone maker had dedicated nearly 2,000 employees to its secretive car development programme, Bloomberg reported, but faced an increasingly competitive electric vehicle (EV) sector. The target of "Project Titan," beginning around 2014, was to develop a fully autonomous car, according to media reports. The decision to shut down the car project was announced internally on Tuesday, Bloomberg and The New York Times reported, citing unnamed sources. WATCH | Apple cancels its autonomous electric car project Apple had reportedly invested billions of dollars in the project. The tech giant did not respond to AFP requests for comment. Apple has never publicly disclosed its EV plans, despite a steady drip of media leaks over the years. In 2022, the specialist site The Information published a report detailing the problems faced by the project, including the departure of multiple executives due to a lack of support from the leadership. Several US automakers have hit the brakes on EVs in recent months as demand has slowed. Self-driving carmakers Cruise and Waymo -- which is owned by Google parent Alphabet -- have also struggled to expand their products beyond San Francisco. Also Read | India warns Apple users of major cyber attack. Here’s the list of devices at highest risk Elon Musk's Tesla, one of the EV industry's leaders, has also warned of slower growth in 2024. In a post on X, Musk responded to news of Apple shutting down its car project with emojis showing a salute and a cigarette. Apple will transfer many employees from the shuttered car division to generative artificial intelligence (AI) projects, Bloomberg reported. "On one hand this is a modest disappointment, as the view within (Apple headquarters was)... with roughly 2,000 employees on this initiative that an Apple Car was still on the medium-term horizon," Wedbush's Dan Ives said in an analyst statement. Also Read | Apple initiates testing phase for 'Ask', AI tool comparable to ChatGPT But on the other hand, he said, "the laser focus within Apple is ramping up and executing a broad AI strategy within the Apple ecosystem, as it appears the vast majority of these engineers and developers will now focus their efforts on AI." Generative AI -- popularised by the success of ChatGPT, from the Microsoft-backed OpenAI -- makes it possible to produce text, images, sound and other output simply by submitting a request in everyday language. Around the world, major tech companies including Google, Microsoft, Meta and Amazon are rapidly pursuing the development and deployment of AI products. But so far, Apple has had little to say on the subject beyond using AI in photo editing. (With inputs from agencies)

Apple abandons ambitious electric car plan after a decade: Reports

Google has issued a warning for all Android and iPhone users as the tech trends move towards greater integration of artificial intelligence (AI) with smartphones. Artificial intelligence, after catching hold of popular perception after the 2022 release of the blockbuster generative AI tool ChatGPT, has moved beyond being just a thing with a 'wow factor' and tech giants have already taken steps to integrate AI tools and apps in existing ecosystems. Microsoft has already unrolled Copilot for existing Windows users.

Smartphone users by now are fairly adept at taking steps to guard their privacy and data in the digital world by keeping close tabs on which apps they download, which permissions they grant and so on.

Watch | Google's ChatBot bard will now be called Gemini

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But when it comes to generative AI, it is still seen that users are willing to experiment and there have been no limits to users' interaction with the tools. Even more than a year after ChatGPT's launch and slew of other AI tool releases, the novelty factor remains.

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Google jumped on the AI bandwagon by launching Bard, its own AI tool. After initial hiccups, Bard took some strides to establish Google as one of the major players in the AI field. The company has renamed the AI tool from Bard to Gemini and has cautioned all smartphone users, no matter which OS they use, Android or iOS.

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“Please don’t enter confidential information in your conversations or any data you wouldn’t want a reviewer to see or Google to use to improve our products, services, and machine-learning technologies,” Google&nbsp;warned on its 'Gemini App Privacy Hub' blog.

“Google collects your Gemini Apps conversations, related product usage information, info about your location, and your feedback,” the company says, adding that it uses the information to "improve, and develop Google products and services and machine learning technologies".

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Google has issued a warning for all Android and iPhone users as the tech trends move towards greater integration of artificial intelligence (AI) with smartphones.

Google has issued a warning for all Android and iPhone users as the tech trends move towards greater integration of artificial intelligence (AI) with smartphones. Artificial intelligence, after catching hold of popular perception after the 2022 release of the blockbuster generative AI tool ChatGPT, has moved beyond being just a thing with a 'wow factor' and tech giants have already taken steps to integrate AI tools and apps in existing ecosystems. Microsoft has already unrolled Copilot for existing Windows users. Smartphone users by now are fairly adept at taking steps to guard their privacy and data in the digital world by keeping close tabs on which apps they download, which permissions they grant and so on. Watch | Google's ChatBot bard will now be called Gemini × But when it comes to generative AI, it is still seen that users are willing to experiment and there have been no limits to users' interaction with the tools. Even more than a year after ChatGPT's launch and slew of other AI tool releases, the novelty factor remains. Also Read | Google to shell out $350 million to settle data privacy lawsuit Google jumped on the AI bandwagon by launching Bard, its own AI tool. After initial hiccups, Bard took some strides to establish Google as one of the major players in the AI field. The company has renamed the AI tool from Bard to Gemini and has cautioned all smartphone users, no matter which OS they use, Android or iOS. Also Read | Google unveils Gemini AI, formerly Bard chatbot, introducing paid subscription service “Please don’t enter confidential information in your conversations or any data you wouldn’t want a reviewer to see or Google to use to improve our products, services, and machine-learning technologies,” Google warned on its 'Gemini App Privacy Hub' blog. “Google collects your Gemini Apps conversations, related product usage information, info about your location, and your feedback,” the company says, adding that it uses the information to "improve, and develop Google products and services and machine learning technologies". (With inputs from agencies)

Google warns all Android and iPhone users of privacy threats. Details here

Apple, a tech giant that was once synonymous with innovation and sleek design, is encountering a series of hurdles in the wake of the iPhone 15 launch, particularly in China. We tell you the five significant challenges that apple is currently grappling with.

Apple reports disappointing results in December

Reports suggest that iPhone's in-app ads and push notifications have been used for unethical means to collect users' data without their knowledge. Watch in this report for more details.

Ads, push notifications in iPhone are used by third parties to spy on users: Reports

Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) is reportedly planning to implement new fees and restrictions for third-party software downloads outside its App Store in response to an upcoming European law designed to open up its closed iPhone app ecosystem.

Apple plans new fees and restrictions

Apple takes a surprising turn in the highly competitive Chinese smartphone market. The US tech giant is slashing prices on some of its iPhones by as much as 5%, a move aimed at countering the increasing pressure from local rivals such as Huawei and Xiaomi. This limited-time lunar new year promotion, scheduled from January 18 to 21, comes amid a challenging landscape for Apple.

Apple drops iPhone prices in China amid fierce competition

Apple Inc. has taken an unusual step by offering discounts of up to 500 yuan ($70) on its latest iPhones in China, marking a rare move that has triggered concerns about diminishing demand for its flagship device. <o:p></o:p>

According to a Bloomberg report, the discounts, introduced on Apple's official website in China, are valid from January 18 to January 21, strategically timed ahead of the Lunar New Year shopping season. <o:p></o:p>

This price reduction, equivalent to approximately 5 per cent off its top-tier iPhone models, signals a departure from Apple's traditional pricing strategy in the region.<o:p></o:p>

The decision to slash iPhone prices comes in the midst of changing consumer preferences in China, where local brands like Huawei Technologies Co. are gaining popularity. <o:p></o:p>

Apple's latest iPhone 15 faced disappointing sales compared to its predecessor after its debut in China last year, a trend attributed to a growing affinity for homegrown brands and the imposition of restrictions on the use of foreign devices in state-backed agencies and companies. <o:p></o:p>

Jefferies' warning about a potential 30 per cent drop in 2023 iPhone sales in China adds to the apprehensions surrounding Apple's market position.<o:p></o:p>

Analysts suggest that the introduction of Huawei's Mate 60 series with a 7-nanometer made-in-China processor, seen as a national breakthrough despite US sanctions, contributed to the decline in iPhone sales in the region. <o:p></o:p>

Apple's move to discount its latest iPhones in China is a notable shift, considering its longstanding practice of refraining from price cuts on its newest devices. <o:p></o:p>

The Lunar New Year discounts, a customary practice for Apple, have typically excluded the latest iPhone models. However, this year's offerings encompass discounts on the iPhone 13 to the iPhone 15 Pro Max, reflecting the company's acknowledgment of market dynamics and the need to bolster demand.<o:p></o:p>

Apple's Chinese retail partners have previously offered more substantial discounts on the latest iPhones, but the Cupertino-based tech giant has now directly embraced the practice. <o:p></o:p>

The discount initiative extends beyond iPhones, including the MacBook Air, various iPad models, select AirPods, and the Apple Watch SE. The MacBook Air, in particular, is witnessing a significant markdown, with Apple reducing its price by up to 800 yuan. <o:p></o:p>

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Apple Inc. has taken an unusual step by offering discounts of up to 500 yuan ($70) on its latest iPhones in China, marking a rare move that has triggered concerns about diminishing demand for its flagship device.

Apple Inc. has taken an unusual step by offering discounts of up to 500 yuan ($70) on its latest iPhones in China, marking a rare move that has triggered concerns about diminishing demand for its flagship device. According to a Bloomberg report, the discounts, introduced on Apple's official website in China, are valid from January 18 to January 21, strategically timed ahead of the Lunar New Year shopping season. This price reduction, equivalent to approximately 5 per cent off its top-tier iPhone models, signals a departure from Apple's traditional pricing strategy in the region. The decision to slash iPhone prices comes in the midst of changing consumer preferences in China, where local brands like Huawei Technologies Co. are gaining popularity. Apple's latest iPhone 15 faced disappointing sales compared to its predecessor after its debut in China last year, a trend attributed to a growing affinity for homegrown brands and the imposition of restrictions on the use of foreign devices in state-backed agencies and companies. Jefferies' warning about a potential 30 per cent drop in 2023 iPhone sales in China adds to the apprehensions surrounding Apple's market position. Analysts suggest that the introduction of Huawei's Mate 60 series with a 7-nanometer made-in-China processor, seen as a national breakthrough despite US sanctions, contributed to the decline in iPhone sales in the region. Apple's move to discount its latest iPhones in China is a notable shift, considering its longstanding practice of refraining from price cuts on its newest devices. The Lunar New Year discounts, a customary practice for Apple, have typically excluded the latest iPhone models. However, this year's offerings encompass discounts on the iPhone 13 to the iPhone 15 Pro Max, reflecting the company's acknowledgment of market dynamics and the need to bolster demand. Apple's Chinese retail partners have previously offered more substantial discounts on the latest iPhones, but the Cupertino-based tech giant has now directly embraced the practice. The discount initiative extends beyond iPhones, including the MacBook Air, various iPad models, select AirPods, and the Apple Watch SE. The MacBook Air, in particular, is witnessing a significant markdown, with Apple reducing its price by up to 800 yuan. (With inputs from Bloomberg)

Apple implements rare iPhone 15 discounts in China amid demand uncertainty

The valuation war between tech titans took an interesting turn on Thursday when Microsoft briefly overtook Apple as the world's most valuable company for the first time since 2021. This came as the iPhone maker's shares began 2024 on a weak note amid growing demand concerns.

Tech titans in valuation race

Silicon Valley giants Apple and Microsoft are locked in a tight race for the title of world's most valuable company, with recent market shifts putting Microsoft within striking distance.<o:p></o:p>

This is based on a Reuters report.<o:p></o:p>

Apple's crown has grown unsteady, weighed down by declining iPhone sales in China and analysts doubts about the impact of its upcoming mixed-reality headset. Its shares have dipped 4 per cent this year, eroding its market capitalisation to $2.866 trillion.<o:p></o:p>

Microsoft, on the other hand, is riding a wave of success, with its stock price up 2 per cent year-to-date and market value hitting $2.837 trillion. This surge is fuelled by the continued strength of its cloud computing business, Azure.<o:p></o:p>

The gap between the two tech titans is narrow, with Apple clinging to a mere $29 billion lead. In December, the gap was even smaller.<o:p></o:p>

Apple's iPhone performance, particularly in China, is a major concern. Jefferies analysts reported a 30 per cent drop in iPhone sales in China during the first week of 2024, raising fears about growing competition from Huawei and other domestic players.<o:p></o:p>

While Apple's upcoming Vision Pro headset launch is its biggest product reveal since the iPhone, analysts at UBS doubt its immediate impact on earnings. They predict its contribution to be "relatively immaterial" in 2024.<o:p></o:p>

This isn't the first time Microsoft has threatened Apple's top spot. Since 2018, they have briefly exchanged positions several times, including in 2021 when COVID-related supply chain issues hit Apple hard.<o:p></o:p>

Both companies currently trade at relatively high valuations compared to their expected earnings. Apple's forward price-to-earnings ratio is at 28, significantly above its historical average of 19. Microsoft fares slightly better at 31, still surpassing its 10-year average of 24.<o:p></o:p>

Apple's recent quarterly report offered a lukewarm outlook for the holiday season, missing Wall Street expectations due to weak demand for iPads and wearables. Analysts still anticipate a meagre 0.7 per cent revenue increase for the December quarter, marking the first year-on-year increase in four quarters. Apple's official results are due on February 1st.<o:p></o:p>

Microsoft, on the other hand, is expected to report a 16 per cent revenue increase to $61.1 billion in the coming weeks, driven by the robust performance of Azure.<o:p></o:p>

(With inputs from Reuters)<o:p></o:p>

Silicon Valley giants Apple and Microsoft are locked in a tight race for the title of world's most valuable company, with recent market shifts putting Microsoft within striking distance.

Silicon Valley giants Apple and Microsoft are locked in a tight race for the title of world's most valuable company, with recent market shifts putting Microsoft within striking distance. This is based on a Reuters report. Apple's crown has grown unsteady, weighed down by declining iPhone sales in China and analysts doubts about the impact of its upcoming mixed-reality headset. Its shares have dipped 4 per cent this year, eroding its market capitalisation to $2.866 trillion. Microsoft, on the other hand, is riding a wave of success, with its stock price up 2 per cent year-to-date and market value hitting $2.837 trillion. This surge is fuelled by the continued strength of its cloud computing business, Azure. The gap between the two tech titans is narrow, with Apple clinging to a mere $29 billion lead. In December, the gap was even smaller. Apple's iPhone performance, particularly in China, is a major concern. Jefferies analysts reported a 30 per cent drop in iPhone sales in China during the first week of 2024, raising fears about growing competition from Huawei and other domestic players. While Apple's upcoming Vision Pro headset launch is its biggest product reveal since the iPhone, analysts at UBS doubt its immediate impact on earnings. They predict its contribution to be "relatively immaterial" in 2024. This isn't the first time Microsoft has threatened Apple's top spot. Since 2018, they have briefly exchanged positions several times, including in 2021 when COVID-related supply chain issues hit Apple hard. Both companies currently trade at relatively high valuations compared to their expected earnings. Apple's forward price-to-earnings ratio is at 28, significantly above its historical average of 19. Microsoft fares slightly better at 31, still surpassing its 10-year average of 24. Apple's recent quarterly report offered a lukewarm outlook for the holiday season, missing Wall Street expectations due to weak demand for iPads and wearables. Analysts still anticipate a meagre 0.7 per cent revenue increase for the December quarter, marking the first year-on-year increase in four quarters. Apple's official results are due on February 1st. Microsoft, on the other hand, is expected to report a 16 per cent revenue increase to $61.1 billion in the coming weeks, driven by the robust performance of Azure. (With inputs from Reuters)

Silicon Valley Showdown: Microsoft nips at Apple's crown as world's most valuable company

An Alaska Airlines Boeing 737-9 MAX faced a mid-air emergency on January 6, minutes after take-off from Portland International Airport. The incident led to an emergency landing in Oregon, raising concerns about the safety of the aircraft.

US aviation authorities investigating the emergency&nbsp;discovered that one of the airplane's doors blew open mid-air. The investigation is now focused on the door plug of the airplane panel that could provide crucial insights into the cause of the incident.

During the emergency, a passerby, Seanathan Bates, found an iPhone on the ground near Barnes Road.

Surprisingly, the device was still in airplane mode, with in-flight activation turned on. The iPhone appeared undamaged, even after surviving a 16,000-foot fall.

Bates shared his discovery on social media platform X, which soon went viral.

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While the iPhone model remains officially unconfirmed, speculation suggests it could be either an iPhone 14 Pro or iPhone 15 Pro. Users marveled at the device's resilience, surviving a significant fall unscathed.

Seanathan Bates's post gained massive traction on social media, accumulating 6.6 million views and 41,000 likes. Users expressed amazement, with some predicting that Apple might use this incident for marketing purposes, turning it into a unique advertisement.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/alaska-airlines-mid-air-blowout-planes-door-lost-in-dramatic-accident-found-677705">Also read |&nbsp;Schoolteacher finds door plug that blew off Alaska Airlines plane in mid-air drama in his backyard</a>

&nbsp;Later, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) confirmed to The Guardian&nbsp;that it has recovered the working iPhone and it “likely” fell from flight.

“That was one of the phones collected that is likely from the flight,” an NTSB spokesperson said, according to the British newspaper. “It has since been turned over to Alaska Airlines.”

<h2>Aircraft groundings and FAA inspection mandate</h2>

Following the Alaska Airlines incident, safety concerns prompted airlines and aviation authorities worldwide to ground certain versions of Boeing 737 MAX 9 jets.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) mandated immediate inspections of these planes before they could resume flight operations, causing disruptions and cancellations.

Also watch |&nbsp;Alaska Airlines flight makes emergency landing after window blowout mid-flight

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Despite the alarming mid-air emergency and the grounding of some aircraft, Alaska Flight 1282 successfully returned to Portland with no major injuries reported. The investigation continues, focusing on both the aircraft's door blowout and the miraculous survival of an iPhone amidst the chaos.

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An Alaska Airlines Boeing 737-9 MAX faced a mid-air emergency on January 6, minutes after take-off from Portland International Airport. The incident led to an emergency landing in Oregon, raising concerns about the safety of the aircraft.

An Alaska Airlines Boeing 737-9 MAX faced a mid-air emergency on January 6, minutes after take-off from Portland International Airport. The incident led to an emergency landing in Oregon, raising concerns about the safety of the aircraft. US aviation authorities investigating the emergency discovered that one of the airplane's doors blew open mid-air. The investigation is now focused on the door plug of the airplane panel that could provide crucial insights into the cause of the incident. During the emergency, a passerby, Seanathan Bates, found an iPhone on the ground near Barnes Road. Surprisingly, the device was still in airplane mode, with in-flight activation turned on. The iPhone appeared undamaged, even after surviving a 16,000-foot fall. Bates shared his discovery on social media platform X, which soon went viral. Found an iPhone on the side of the road... Still in airplane mode with half a battery and open to a baggage claim for #AlaskaAirlines ASA1282 Survived a 16,000 foot drop perfectly in tact! When I called it in, Zoe at @NTSB said it was the SECOND phone to be found. No door yet😅 pic.twitter.com/CObMikpuFd — Seanathan Bates (@SeanSafyre) January 7, 2024 × While the iPhone model remains officially unconfirmed, speculation suggests it could be either an iPhone 14 Pro or iPhone 15 Pro. Users marveled at the device's resilience, surviving a significant fall unscathed. Seanathan Bates's post gained massive traction on social media, accumulating 6.6 million views and 41,000 likes. Users expressed amazement, with some predicting that Apple might use this incident for marketing purposes, turning it into a unique advertisement. Also read | Schoolteacher finds door plug that blew off Alaska Airlines plane in mid-air drama in his backyard Later, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) confirmed to The Guardian that it has recovered the working iPhone and it “likely” fell from flight. “That was one of the phones collected that is likely from the flight,” an NTSB spokesperson said, according to the British newspaper. “It has since been turned over to Alaska Airlines.” Aircraft groundings and FAA inspection mandate Following the Alaska Airlines incident, safety concerns prompted airlines and aviation authorities worldwide to ground certain versions of Boeing 737 MAX 9 jets. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) mandated immediate inspections of these planes before they could resume flight operations, causing disruptions and cancellations. Also watch | Alaska Airlines flight makes emergency landing after window blowout mid-flight Despite the alarming mid-air emergency and the grounding of some aircraft, Alaska Flight 1282 successfully returned to Portland with no major injuries reported. The investigation continues, focusing on both the aircraft's door blowout and the miraculous survival of an iPhone amidst the chaos. (With inputs from agencies)

Alaska Airlines emergency: iPhone survives 16,000-ft fall after plane's door blows out mid-air

Users who filed compensation claims in the Apple "batterygate" controversy are now receiving payments from the tech giant. Apple had agreed to a settlement of up to $500 million to resolve a lawsuit related to the issue, and reports from Mac Rumors indicate that some users have seen payments, such as $92.17 (approximately ₹ 7,600), deposited into their accounts.

<h2>Background: What's&nbsp;the 'batterygate'&nbsp;saga?</h2>

The "batterygate" saga unfolded in 2017 when a developer in the United States revealed that certain iOS 10 updates were causing slowdowns in earlier iPhone models like the iPhone 6S and iPhone 7.

Users alleged that this intentional slowing down misled them into thinking their phones were aging rapidly, pushing them to replace or install new batteries.

Apple had initially not disclosed the reason for the slowdown, claiming it was to prevent abrupt shutdowns when the battery hit a particular threshold.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/apple-aims-to-boost-manufacturing-and-invest-40-billion-in-india-report-639391">Also read |&nbsp;Apple aims to boost manufacturing and invest $40 billion in India: Report</a>

Numerous class-action lawsuits were filed, accusing Apple of prompting premature phone updates rather than merely offering affordable battery replacements.

In 2018, Apple issued an apology for the lack of transparency and reduced the price of iPhone battery replacements to $29.

Apple explained that its engineers promptly addressed the issues, attributing them to consumption spikes, temperature fluctuations, and other factors.

However, in 2020, while denying wrongdoing, Apple settled the nationwide case to avoid the costs and burdens of prolonged litigation.

Also watch |&nbsp;Job market to surge by 8.3% in 2024 | World Business News

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The settlement, as reported by Reuters, encompasses US&nbsp;owners of iPhone 6, 6 Plus, 6s, 6s Plus, 7, 7 Plus, or SE that ran iOS 10.2.1 or later. It also includes users of iPhone 7 and 7 Plus that ran iOS 11.2 or later before December 21, 2017. The deadline for submitting a claim for compensation was in October 2020.

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Users who filed compensation claims in the Apple "batterygate" controversy are now receiving payments from the tech giant. Apple had agreed to a settlement of up to $500 million to resolve a lawsuit related to the issue, and reports from Mac Rumors indicate that some users have seen payments, such as $92.

Users who filed compensation claims in the Apple "batterygate" controversy are now receiving payments from the tech giant. Apple had agreed to a settlement of up to $500 million to resolve a lawsuit related to the issue, and reports from Mac Rumors indicate that some users have seen payments, such as $92.17 (approximately ₹ 7,600), deposited into their accounts. Background: What's the 'batterygate' saga? The "batterygate" saga unfolded in 2017 when a developer in the United States revealed that certain iOS 10 updates were causing slowdowns in earlier iPhone models like the iPhone 6S and iPhone 7. Users alleged that this intentional slowing down misled them into thinking their phones were aging rapidly, pushing them to replace or install new batteries. Apple had initially not disclosed the reason for the slowdown, claiming it was to prevent abrupt shutdowns when the battery hit a particular threshold. Also read | Apple aims to boost manufacturing and invest $40 billion in India: Report Numerous class-action lawsuits were filed, accusing Apple of prompting premature phone updates rather than merely offering affordable battery replacements. In 2018, Apple issued an apology for the lack of transparency and reduced the price of iPhone battery replacements to $29. Apple explained that its engineers promptly addressed the issues, attributing them to consumption spikes, temperature fluctuations, and other factors. However, in 2020, while denying wrongdoing, Apple settled the nationwide case to avoid the costs and burdens of prolonged litigation. Also watch | Job market to surge by 8.3% in 2024 | World Business News The settlement, as reported by Reuters, encompasses US owners of iPhone 6, 6 Plus, 6s, 6s Plus, 7, 7 Plus, or SE that ran iOS 10.2.1 or later. It also includes users of iPhone 7 and 7 Plus that ran iOS 11.2 or later before December 21, 2017. The deadline for submitting a claim for compensation was in October 2020. (With inputs from agencies)

Apple begins disbursing ‘batterygate’ settlement payments to US iPhone users: Report

There's a new entrant in the ever-growing race to master artificial intelligence. We are talking about tech giant Apple, which is negotiating with major news organizations, seeking permission to use their material to develop generative AI systems.

Report: Apple talking to publishers to develop gen AI systems

This year, Apple's market value rose by around $1 trillion. But in 2024, such gains for the world's most valuable firm will be more elusive. As Apple attempts to halt four quarters of decreasing revenue, the firm faces uncertainty in China.

Apple's 2023 rally tough to live up to in 2024

According to news agency, which cited sources familiar with the situation on Friday, more Chinese government agencies and state-backed businesses nationwide have instructed their employees to refrain from bringing Apple iPhones and other foreign gadgets to work. China has been working to lessen its dependency on foreign technologies for more than ten years. To this end, it has encouraged the production of semiconductor chips domestically and asked state-affiliated companies, including banks, to convert to local software.

China's ban on Apple's iPhone accelerates, iPhone using while at work not allowed

More Chinese agencies and state-backed companies across the country have asked their staff to not bring&nbsp;Apple&nbsp;iPhones and other foreign devices to work, Bloomberg News reported on Friday, citing people familiar with the matter.

For over a decade, China has been seeking to reduce reliance on foreign technologies, asking state-affiliated firms such as banks to switch to local software and promoting domestic semiconductor chip manufacturing.

Multiple state firms and government departments across at least eight provinces have instructed employees in the past month or two to start carrying local brands, the Bloomberg News report said.

Apple&nbsp;did not immediately respond to Reuters' request for a comment.

In December, smaller firms and agencies in lower-tier cities from provinces including Zhejiang, Shandong, Liaoning and central Hebei, which houses the world's largest iPhone factory, issued their own verbal directives, the Bloomberg News report said.

Reuters reported in September that staff in at least three ministries and government bodies were told not to use iPhones at work.

Apple's shares were marginally down at $196.50 in extended trading.

More Chinese agencies and state-backed companies across the country have asked their staff to not bring Apple iPhones and other foreign devices to work, Bloomberg News reported on Friday, citing people familiar with the matter.

More Chinese agencies and state-backed companies across the country have asked their staff to not bring Apple iPhones and other foreign devices to work, Bloomberg News reported on Friday, citing people familiar with the matter. For over a decade, China has been seeking to reduce reliance on foreign technologies, asking state-affiliated firms such as banks to switch to local software and promoting domestic semiconductor chip manufacturing. Multiple state firms and government departments across at least eight provinces have instructed employees in the past month or two to start carrying local brands, the Bloomberg News report said. Apple did not immediately respond to Reuters' request for a comment. In December, smaller firms and agencies in lower-tier cities from provinces including Zhejiang, Shandong, Liaoning and central Hebei, which houses the world's largest iPhone factory, issued their own verbal directives, the Bloomberg News report said. Reuters reported in September that staff in at least three ministries and government bodies were told not to use iPhones at work. Apple's shares were marginally down at $196.50 in extended trading.

China's ban on Apple's iPhone accelerates

The Indian government's agency the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) on Friday (Dec 15) warned users of iPhone and other Apple products of multiple vulnerabilities that could allow hackers to access sensitive information.

The Indian government's agency the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) on Friday (Dec 15) warned users of iPhone and other Apple products of multiple vulnerabilities that could allow hackers to access sensitive information. In its report, the CERT said, "Multiple vulnerabilities have been reported in Apple products which could allow an attacker to access sensitive information, execute arbitrary code, bypass security restrictions, cause denial of service (DoS) conditions, bypass authentication, gain elevated privileges, and perform spoofing attacks on the targeted systems." Which Apple products have been affected? According to the CERT, the affected products include versions iOS versions prior to 17.2 and 16.7.3; iPad iOS versions prior to 17.2 and 16.7.3; macOS Sonoma versions prior to 14.2; macOS Ventura versions prior to 13.6.3; macOS Monterey versions prior to 12.7.2; tvOS versions prior to 17.2; watchOS versions prior to 10.2; and Safari versions prior to 17.2. The CERT has put up the severity rating in all these Apple products as 'High'. Some of the impacts include denial of service, security feature bypass, elevation of privileges, and spoofing attacks. The government agency also advised users of these products to apply for appropriate software updates. Centre issues warning for Samsung phones The warning for Apple products comes after the CERT released security warnings for Samsung products, specifically the Galaxy phones. "Multiple vulnerabilities have been reported in Samsung products that could allow an attacker to bypass implemented security restrictions, access sensitive information, and execute arbitrary code on the targeted system," the CERT said in its vulnerability note. The note emphasised the issues which might affect Samsung mobile phones that have been using Android versions 11 and above.

After Samsung, India now issues security warnings for users of iPhone, other Apple products

Tech giant Apple has set its eyes on India. The country will play a big role in Apple's plans to reduce its dependency on China.

Decoding India's rise as Apple's go-to consumer market

Taiwan-based manufacturing giants, Foxconn and Pegatron, have temporarily halted the production of Apple iPhones at their factories near Chennai in southern India due to the adverse impact of heavy rains, Reuters reported citing sources familiar with the matter.<o:p></o:p>

The city of Chennai in India's Tamil Nadu state, a major electronics and manufacturing hub, is experiencing&nbsp;severe flooding amid heavy rains, leading to the shutdown of the airport and disrupting regular operations. <o:p></o:p>

The extreme weather conditions are attributed to Cyclone Michaung, which is progressing down the coast towards the neighbouring state of Andhra Pradesh.<o:p></o:p>

"Foxconn, which employs about 35,000 people at its Tamil Nadu iPhone factory, has yet to decide whether to resume production on Tuesday," revealed two sources familiar with the situation. <o:p></o:p>

Foxconn has been actively expanding its presence in India, investing in manufacturing locations in the southern part of the country as part of Apple's strategy to diversify production away from China.<o:p></o:p>

In the quarter ending September, Apple witnessed its highest-ever quarterly shipments from India, exceeding 2.5 million units, as per data from market analytics firm Counterpoint Research.<o:p></o:p>

However, the current disruption in production raises concerns about the potential impact on Apple's supply chain and its ability to meet market demands.<o:p></o:p>

This isn't the first time Pegatron has faced production disruptions in recent months. The company had to temporarily cease iPhone assembly in September due to a fire incident at its factory.<o:p></o:p>

(With inputs from Reuters)<o:p></o:p>

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Taiwan-based manufacturing giants, Foxconn and Pegatron, have temporarily halted the production of Apple iPhones at their factories near Chennai in southern India due to the adverse impact of heavy rains, Reuters reported citing sources familiar with the matter.

Taiwan-based manufacturing giants, Foxconn and Pegatron, have temporarily halted the production of Apple iPhones at their factories near Chennai in southern India due to the adverse impact of heavy rains, Reuters reported citing sources familiar with the matter. The city of Chennai in India's Tamil Nadu state, a major electronics and manufacturing hub, is experiencing severe flooding amid heavy rains, leading to the shutdown of the airport and disrupting regular operations. The extreme weather conditions are attributed to Cyclone Michaung, which is progressing down the coast towards the neighbouring state of Andhra Pradesh. "Foxconn, which employs about 35,000 people at its Tamil Nadu iPhone factory, has yet to decide whether to resume production on Tuesday," revealed two sources familiar with the situation. Foxconn has been actively expanding its presence in India, investing in manufacturing locations in the southern part of the country as part of Apple's strategy to diversify production away from China. In the quarter ending September, Apple witnessed its highest-ever quarterly shipments from India, exceeding 2.5 million units, as per data from market analytics firm Counterpoint Research. However, the current disruption in production raises concerns about the potential impact on Apple's supply chain and its ability to meet market demands. This isn't the first time Pegatron has faced production disruptions in recent months. The company had to temporarily cease iPhone assembly in September due to a fire incident at its factory. (With inputs from Reuters) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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