UK's competition regulator assessing if Apple has too much overall power in mobile

The United Kingdom's competition regulator is investigating Apple and Google once again, with the CMA assessing the "strategic market status" of the two companies in mobile ecosystems.

Malcolm Owen 1 year ago 4

Apple's 'Move to iOS' app has vaulted into Google Play's top 40 app list

One of Apple's apps for Android has popped up on the Google Play's store top downloaded apps over Christmas. Here's why the "Move to iOS" app has launched itself into the top 40, and what it does.

Amber Neely 1 year ago 4

US Department of Justice considering a break-up of Google after monopoly ruling

The Department of Justice is seeking to break Google into several parts to solve its search monopoly, with the company divesting itself of Android and Chrome as a possible solution.

William Gallagher 1 year ago 10

RCS-enhanced iMessage in iOS 18 still has security issues when adding Android users

Apple's adoption of the RCS protocol in iOS 18 has improved communications in iMessage between users of iPhones and Android, but some security issues remain. Apple and Google are working together to fix them.

Charles Martin 1 year ago 24

No, an actual Apple Watch Ultra does not have a hidden camera

If you find a viral video claiming the Apple Watch Ultra has a hidden camera in it, what you're actually watching is a reminder that some unethical sites and companies will stop at nothing to fool the gullible.

Charles Martin 1 year ago 1

Apple leads global mobile market, outpacing competitors in advertising

Apple continues to dominate the global mobile device market, now securing the top position in programmatic advertising share.

Andrew Orr 1 year ago 5

Pixel problems: Google's security nightmare caused by hidden software

A vulnerability included in every version of Android for previous Google Pixel models will soon be patched, but Pixel 9 buyers don't need to worry.

Malcolm Owen 1 year ago 7

US may seek Google breakup or data share after search monopolization ruling

The US DOJ ruled Google is an illegal monopolist, which could result in breaking up the parent company Alphabet or requiring data sharing with rivals while undercutting Google Gemini's advantage.

Wesley Hilliard 1 year ago 17

Android switchers boost iPhone Sales — but not for the iPhone 15

Over the years, Apple has benefited greatly from Android users switching to iPhones. The models that the switchers are picking now is a short-term strategic challenge for Apple, but a long-term gain.

Andrew Orr 1 year ago 11

Google is finally adding a speedometer to Google Maps on iPhone

Half a decade after it introduced the features on Android, Google now plans to add both a speedometer and speed limits detail to its Google Maps on iOS.

William Gallagher 1 year ago 19

Microsoft China bans Android, demands staff use iPhones

As part of an overall security drive, Microsoft in China has told staff they will all be required to switch to iPhone.

William Gallagher 1 year ago 21

Rudimentary RCS support is in the iOS 18 beta — with some big caveats

With some "special magic" some iOS 18 developer beta users claim to have been able to turn on an extremely limited and very early version of RCS messaging between iPhone and Android.

William Gallagher 1 year ago 19

iOS 18 RCS rollout coming in the fall to bridge Apple & Android messaging gap

Apple is set to replace an aging texting protocol with a newer one to enhance compatibility with Android. Here's when it will roll out.

Andrew Orr 1 year ago 6

Job listing suggests Apple is moving forward with plans for Apple TV on Android

After years of rumors, Apple TV+ could finally launch on Android platforms, but a job listing is the only evidence of progress.

Wesley Hilliard 2 years ago 1

Spring iPhone sales slip to lowest activation share in years

The iPhone's slice of the smartphone activation pie has shrunk to its smallest size in six years, marking a concerning trend for Apple as it grapples with the longest gap yet between its iPhone releases.

Andrew Orr 2 years ago 9

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