App Developers

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  Apple Risks Fresh EU Charge Sheet Over App Store Curbs

  Apple may see another charge sheet from the EU antitrust watchdogs unless it quickly fixes alleged violations of a new digital law. By 2026, the iPhone-maker needs to allow developers to inform customers of cheaper deals away from the App Store. If unheeded, that step would then pave the way for new fines under the bloc’s Digital Markets Act (DMA...

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  watchOS 26 to Bring Control Center Customisation Options with User-Defined Toggles

  While watchOS 26, like Apple’s other upcoming operating systems previewed at WWDC 2025, features a refreshed Liquid glass interface, it is also said to bring a major new feature. Called Custom Controls, it allows Apple Watch users to add and modify toggles in the Control Center for the first time.

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  iPhone’s Lock Screen Will Display Animated Artwork from Third-Party Music Apps With iOS 26: Report

  With iOS 26, Apple has introduced a new API which lets third-party music apps display animated artwork on the iPhone's lock screen. The apps can display a preview file as a placeholder whilst the video file loads, and display it afterwards. The feature is present in the developer SDK following the release of iOS 26 Developer Beta 1 update.

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  OpenAI Releases o3-Pro Reasoning-Focused AI Model, Comes With Improved Capabilities and Tool Use

  OpenAI has finally introduced the o3-pro AI model for its paid subscribers. The model, which is said to be more capable than its non-pro version, is also capable of tool use such as web search and memory. Currently, o3-pro is only available to the ChatGPT Pro subscribers. Developers can also access the model via application programming interfaces (...

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  WWDC 2025: Xcode 26 Adds ChatGPT Integration, Support for Other AI Models

  Apple previewed Xcode 26, its app development suite for its various platforms, at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2025. The new version brings a couple of AI features for developers. First is the ability to use ChatGPT or other AI models for coding-related tasks. App Intent is also getting support for visual intelligence.

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  Apple's 'Liquid Glass' UI Update Out In iOS26 Developer Beta: Here's How To Try It

  Since it is beta software, there could be bugs and the software may itself feel unstable, especially in the earlier versions.

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  Everything New Coming to iPhones, iPads and Macs Later This Year

  As part of its rebranding efforts, Apple confirmed that it will use years, not version numbers, to identify its software. The upgraded platforms announced Monday, for instance, include iOS 26, iPadOS 26, tvOS 26, macOS 26, watchOS 26 and visionOS 26.

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  WWDC 2025: macOS Tahoe 26 Unveiled With New Design, Continuity Features and Big Update to Spotlight

  Apple unveiled macOS Tahoe 26 during the keynote session of the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2025. The company is rebranding the next major update of its operating system for its Mac devices, adding a new design language called Liquid Glass, as well as bringing new Continuity features and upgrades to Spotlight for users.

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  WWDC 2025: Apple Unveils iPadOS 26 With New Windowing System, Liquid Glass UI, and More

  Apple on Monday unveiled iPadOS 26 during the keynote address of its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2025. It is dubbed as the “biggest iPadOS release ever” and introduces a visual overhaul which is in line with the new Liquid Glass design language. This year, Apple has focussed on increasing productivity on the iPad with iPadOS 26, with...

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  WWDC 2025: Apple Announces iOS 26 With New Liquid Glass Design, Apple Intelligence Enhancements and More

  Apple on Monday unveiled iOS 26, its latest operating system for the iPhone. The update brings a new design language dubbed Liquid Glass, with more customisation options for the home and lock screen. New Apple Intelligence features have been introduced for the Phone app, while Messages, Apple Music, CarPlay, and other apps also benefit from new cap...

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  WWDC 2025: Apple Intelligence Models Expanded to Developers, Live Translation Feature Unveiled

  Apple has announced several Apple Intelligence features at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2025. These features include Live Translation, Visual Intelligence with ChatGPT, updates to Genmoji and Image Playground apps, Workout Buddy, and integration of AI to Shortcuts. Additionally, the company is also expanding Foundation Models framewor...

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  WWDC 2025: Apple Faces AI, Regulatory Challenges As it Woos Developers at Annual Conference

  Apple faces several challenges as US and European courts scrutinise its App Store fees, with even former allies questioning their validity. At the same time, President Trump has threatened a 25 percent tariff on iPhones, contributing to a steep 40 percent decline in Apple's stock this year. At the WWDC 2025, key executives from Apple are set to tak...

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  Cybersecurity Researchers Find 20 Crypto-Phishing Apps on Google Play Store: Check List

  A team of cybersecurity researchers have found over 20 apps on the Google Play Store which were targeting cryptocurrency wallet users. According to a report by a cybersecurity research firm, these crypto-phishing applications impersonated legitimate crypto wallets such as Hyperliquid, PancakeSwap, and Raydium. Threat actors leveraged phishing tacti...

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  WhatsApp for Android Said to Be Testing Auto-Download Quality for Photos and Videos

  WhatsApp is said to be developing a new feature for its Android app which provides users with more control over the quality of media that is automatically downloaded on their devices. According to information shared by a feature tracker, the instant messaging platform may allow them to select between standard or high-definition (HD) quality setting...

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  Apple WWDC 2025: Date, Time, How To Watch And What To Expect This Year

  Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) is just around the corner, and tech fans are eager to see the new things the tech giant will reveal.