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"Full Faith": Punjab Minister Sanjeev Arora-Linked Firm Refutes Probe Agency Charges
The company said it entered the mobile phone export business in May 2023 in line with the Government of India's "Make in India" initiative and the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme.
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Apple Said to Equip 20th Anniversary iPhone With Solid-State Buttons, Dual-Layer OLED Display
Apple will equip the rumoured 20th anniversary iPhone model with solid-state buttons, a tipster claims. The smartphone, whcih is expected to launch next year, could be marketed as the iPhone 20. Apple has reportedly completed “accurate” pressure recognition tests under gloved hands, wet hands, in extreme temperatures, and with the phone case on...
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iPhone 17 Was Best-Selling Handset Globally in Q1 2026, Samsung Galaxy A07 4G Ranked Top Android Phone: Counterpoint
iPhone 17 series took the first three spots in becoming the best-selling smartphones globally in the first quarter (Q1) of 2026, according to the latest Counterpoint Research report. Leading the pack was the standard iPhone 17 model, commanding a 6 percent market share of all the handsets sold globally in the quarter. Following the standard model w...
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iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max Said to Launch With ‘Aggressive' Pricing as Component Prices Continue to Rise
Apple is expected to employ an "aggressive pricing strategy" for its rumoured iPhone 18 Pro Max and iPhone 18 Pro models, according to a research note from market analyst Jeff Pu seen by 9to5Mac. This hints that the Cupertino-based tech giant could either keep the prices of the two smartphones unchanged from their predecessors or increase their pri...
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Apple Reportedly Plans to Launch Foldable iPhone, Touchscreen MacBook ‘Ultra’ This Year
Apple will market its first book-style foldable smartphone as the iPhone Ultra, according to a report citing industry sources. This corroborates earlier reports that the Cupertino-based tech giant is planning to adopt the Ultra branding for its rumoured foldable, which is expected to sit above iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max models. The purport...
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Fewer New Launches, Bigger Revenue: How Tim Cook Filled Steve Jobs' Shoes
When Tim Cook became CEO, Apple's stock traded near $13 (split-adjusted). At the time of his exit, it closed around $273.
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Apple Withholds Data in India Antitrust Case, CCI Sets Final Hearing
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) said in an April 8 order that Apple has not submitted details of its financials and its views on the investigation since October 2024, and instead cited a separate case pending in the Delhi High Court where the company has challenged India's entire antitrust penalty law.
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Indian Smartphone Shipments Dropped to Six-Year Low in Q1 2026 as Vivo Topped Market, Nothing Led Growth: Counterpoint
Counterpoint Research’s Monthly India Smartphone Tracker report shows that India’s smartphone shipments fell 3 percent YoY in Q1 2026. Vivo led India’s smartphone market in Q1 2026 with a 21 percent share. Samsung came in second place, while Oppo retained third position. Nothing emerged as the fastest-growing smartphone brand with 47 percent ...
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Apple Marketing Chief for Watch, AirPods, Home and Health Retires After 31 Years
Apple has announced the retirement of a senior marketing executive responsible for the Apple Watch, AirPods, health and smart home products, signalling a changing of the guard. Stan Ng, a 31-year Apple veteran, said on Thursday he is leaving. He helped create the first Apple Watch and later guided newer models and major accessories during his long ...
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Apple Took Top Spot as Global Smartphone Shipments Fell 6 Percent YoY in Q1 2026: Counterpoint
The global smartphone market experienced a 6 percent year-over-year (YoY) decline in shipments in Q1 2026, as per a new report by Counterpoint Research. Apple led the global smartphone market, driven by strong iPhone 17 demand. Samsung followed with a 20 percent market share. Xiaomi retained third place, while Oppo and vivo held fourth and fifth po...
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Apple Seeks Samsung South Korea’s Internal Records as App Store Practices Face DOJ Antitrust Scrutiny: Report
Apple has reportedly approached a US court to secure internal documents from Samsung Electronics in South Korea. The move is said to be linked to the ongoing antitrust lawsuit brought by the US Department of Justice (DOJ). The Cupertino-based tech giant seeks access to market data and internal business records, which it maintains are vital for its ...
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WhatsApp for CarPlay Launched With Support for Initiating WhatsApp Calls and Separate Chat, Call History Tabs
WhatsApp has started rolling out a new update for iPhone models, which brings the new WhatsApp for CarPlay app to connected vehicle infotainment systems. The company posted a new event on Apple’s App Store, calling it a “Major Update” for the release of WhatsApp for iOS version 26.13.74, which includes the WhatsApp for CarPlay functionality. ...
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iPhone Fold Tipped to Use 3D Printed Hinge to Achieve Minimal Crease
After years of development, Apple is finally expected to foray into the foldable smartphone market with the iPhone Fold. The handset, which could also be known as the iPhone Ultra, is rumoured to launch alongside the iPhone 18 Pro models later this year. While Apple has yet to officially confirm the handset, a latest rumour coming out of China shed...
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Smartphone Exports From India Could See a Notable Decline as Iran Conflict Persists: Report
Smartphones exported from India, especially to Gulf countries, like the UAE, could see a steep decline in the coming weeks if the West Asia conflict escalates, according to a report citing analysts. The report added that the country's handset exports are likely to decline between 22 percent and 25 percent due to airspace closures and restrictions. ...
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iPhone Air’s C1X Chip Performs on Par With Qualcomm's Flagship X80 Modem, Ookla Says
Apple's C1X network chip has managed to outperform the Qualcomm X80 modem in 19 of 22 analysed markets on various metrics, including latency, according to a report by Ookla, which analyses speedtest results. Similarly, the C1X-equipped iPhone Air managed to also achieve performance parity with the Qualcomm X80 modem, which is found on the flagship ...
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"Full Faith": Punjab Minister Sanjeev Arora-Linked Firm Refutes Probe Agency Charges
The company said it entered the mobile phone export business in May 2023 in line with the Government of India's "Make in India" initiative and the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme.
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Apple Said to Equip 20th Anniversary iPhone With Solid-State Buttons, Dual-Layer OLED Display
Apple will equip the rumoured 20th anniversary iPhone model with solid-state buttons, a tipster claims. The smartphone, whcih is expected to launch next year, could be marketed as the iPhone 20. Apple has reportedly completed “accurate” pressure recognition tests under gloved hands, wet hands, in extreme temperatures, and with the phone case on...
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iPhone 17 Was Best-Selling Handset Globally in Q1 2026, Samsung Galaxy A07 4G Ranked Top Android Phone: Counterpoint
iPhone 17 series took the first three spots in becoming the best-selling smartphones globally in the first quarter (Q1) of 2026, according to the latest Counterpoint Research report. Leading the pack was the standard iPhone 17 model, commanding a 6 percent market share of all the handsets sold globally in the quarter. Following the standard model w...
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iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max Said to Launch With ‘Aggressive' Pricing as Component Prices Continue to Rise
Apple is expected to employ an "aggressive pricing strategy" for its rumoured iPhone 18 Pro Max and iPhone 18 Pro models, according to a research note from market analyst Jeff Pu seen by 9to5Mac. This hints that the Cupertino-based tech giant could either keep the prices of the two smartphones unchanged from their predecessors or increase their pri...
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Apple Reportedly Plans to Launch Foldable iPhone, Touchscreen MacBook ‘Ultra’ This Year
Apple will market its first book-style foldable smartphone as the iPhone Ultra, according to a report citing industry sources. This corroborates earlier reports that the Cupertino-based tech giant is planning to adopt the Ultra branding for its rumoured foldable, which is expected to sit above iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max models. The purport...
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Fewer New Launches, Bigger Revenue: How Tim Cook Filled Steve Jobs' Shoes
When Tim Cook became CEO, Apple's stock traded near $13 (split-adjusted). At the time of his exit, it closed around $273.
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Apple Withholds Data in India Antitrust Case, CCI Sets Final Hearing
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) said in an April 8 order that Apple has not submitted details of its financials and its views on the investigation since October 2024, and instead cited a separate case pending in the Delhi High Court where the company has challenged India's entire antitrust penalty law.
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Indian Smartphone Shipments Dropped to Six-Year Low in Q1 2026 as Vivo Topped Market, Nothing Led Growth: Counterpoint
Counterpoint Research’s Monthly India Smartphone Tracker report shows that India’s smartphone shipments fell 3 percent YoY in Q1 2026. Vivo led India’s smartphone market in Q1 2026 with a 21 percent share. Samsung came in second place, while Oppo retained third position. Nothing emerged as the fastest-growing smartphone brand with 47 percent ...
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Apple Marketing Chief for Watch, AirPods, Home and Health Retires After 31 Years
Apple has announced the retirement of a senior marketing executive responsible for the Apple Watch, AirPods, health and smart home products, signalling a changing of the guard. Stan Ng, a 31-year Apple veteran, said on Thursday he is leaving. He helped create the first Apple Watch and later guided newer models and major accessories during his long ...
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Apple Took Top Spot as Global Smartphone Shipments Fell 6 Percent YoY in Q1 2026: Counterpoint
The global smartphone market experienced a 6 percent year-over-year (YoY) decline in shipments in Q1 2026, as per a new report by Counterpoint Research. Apple led the global smartphone market, driven by strong iPhone 17 demand. Samsung followed with a 20 percent market share. Xiaomi retained third place, while Oppo and vivo held fourth and fifth po...
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Apple Seeks Samsung South Korea’s Internal Records as App Store Practices Face DOJ Antitrust Scrutiny: Report
Apple has reportedly approached a US court to secure internal documents from Samsung Electronics in South Korea. The move is said to be linked to the ongoing antitrust lawsuit brought by the US Department of Justice (DOJ). The Cupertino-based tech giant seeks access to market data and internal business records, which it maintains are vital for its ...
-
WhatsApp for CarPlay Launched With Support for Initiating WhatsApp Calls and Separate Chat, Call History Tabs
WhatsApp has started rolling out a new update for iPhone models, which brings the new WhatsApp for CarPlay app to connected vehicle infotainment systems. The company posted a new event on Apple’s App Store, calling it a “Major Update” for the release of WhatsApp for iOS version 26.13.74, which includes the WhatsApp for CarPlay functionality. ...
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iPhone Fold Tipped to Use 3D Printed Hinge to Achieve Minimal Crease
After years of development, Apple is finally expected to foray into the foldable smartphone market with the iPhone Fold. The handset, which could also be known as the iPhone Ultra, is rumoured to launch alongside the iPhone 18 Pro models later this year. While Apple has yet to officially confirm the handset, a latest rumour coming out of China shed...
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Smartphone Exports From India Could See a Notable Decline as Iran Conflict Persists: Report
Smartphones exported from India, especially to Gulf countries, like the UAE, could see a steep decline in the coming weeks if the West Asia conflict escalates, according to a report citing analysts. The report added that the country's handset exports are likely to decline between 22 percent and 25 percent due to airspace closures and restrictions. ...
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iPhone Air’s C1X Chip Performs on Par With Qualcomm's Flagship X80 Modem, Ookla Says
Apple's C1X network chip has managed to outperform the Qualcomm X80 modem in 19 of 22 analysed markets on various metrics, including latency, according to a report by Ookla, which analyses speedtest results. Similarly, the C1X-equipped iPhone Air managed to also achieve performance parity with the Qualcomm X80 modem, which is found on the flagship ...
