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Capitol Hill probe spotlights claims Apple and Google were pushed to block ICE-monitoring apps

The removal of an ICE-monitoring app almost a year ago has triggered new questions about whether the US Department of Justice crossed a constitutional line in its dealings with Apple and Google.

Lou Hartle 3 months ago 17

Applications are now open for the 2026 Swift Student Challenge — but hurry

Aiming to encourage app development and celebrate the most creative participants, Apple's Swift Student Challenge is back and the winners will get to visit Apple Park.

William Gallagher 3 months ago 0

One song can ruin your entire Apple Music algorithm & there needs to be a fix

Users shouldn't be afraid of exploring music or letting their kids choose a song, but since Apple Music lacks manual algorithm controls, one wrong song can upend your recommendations for weeks.

Wesley Hilliard 3 months ago 16

Fresh iPhone 17e & iPad leak points to incremental upgrades

New chips, not new designs, will define Apple's next entry-level iPad and iPhone 17e as the company advances its entry-level lineup incrementally.

Andrew Orr 3 months ago 1

Apple's iPad gains in 2025 came from a market correction, not a breakthrough year

Apple's iPad shipments climbed sharply in 2025, driven more by a market correction and vendor behavior than by product innovation.

Andrew Orr 3 months ago 1

Game development diary: Planning, admin, and account flipping

With the main parts of my game "Character Limit" in place, efforts turn to planning the last bits of development and testing, with administration becoming a more important element as release approaches.

Malcolm Owen 3 months ago 1

Apple Maps & Apple Ads aren't popular enough for the EU to regulate

The European Union has decided not to add Apple Maps or Apple Ads to list of online services sufficiently large enough to come under the purview of the Digital Markets Act.

William Gallagher 3 months ago 6

Apple Arcade's 'Civilization VII' is good, but falls short of greatness

Civilization VII arriving on Apple Arcade shows how far Apple's gaming ambitions have come, and how poorly the service fits games designed to evolve over years rather than ship once and stand still.

Andrew Orr 3 months ago 2

Google & Apple CEOs differ on details of Siri & Gemini deal

Apple will be using Google technologies to level up Apple Foundation Models, but the details of exactly how are still vague. While speculation is still wild, a true answer is emerging from the noise.

Wesley Hilliard 4 months ago 5

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