Apple Car Key Finally Reaches Toyota And Lexus, But You’ll Pay Monthly After Trial | Carscoops <!—-> <!– –> <!– –> <!—-> <!– !(function (e, t) { var siteId = ‘46307’; var r; let a = !!navigator.userAgent.match( /iPad|iPod|iPhone|Android|BlackBerry|Windows Phone|Opera Mini|IEMobile|webOS/i ), o = function () { var e = t.createElement(‘script’); (e.id = ‘lzORaekbHNiuS’), (e[‘data-cfasync’] = […]
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Tesla CarPlay Integration Delayed By iOS 26 Compatibility Issues
Tesla’s highly anticipated integration of Apple CarPlay has hit a significant technical roadblock, according to reports from industry analyst Mark Gurman. While initial expectations suggested a launch by early 2026, compatibility hurdles between Tesla’s proprietary software and Apple’s ecosystem have stalled the rollout. Tesla’s objective is to run CarPlay within a dedicated window inside its […]
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iPhone 11 Pro Modded To Include 12,000 mAh Silicon-Carbon Battery
A recent hardware experiment by the channel The Fix has challenged traditional smartphone engineering norms by successfully equipping an iPhone 11 Pro with a 12,000 mAh battery. By replacing the original 3,046 mAh unit with a high-density cell, the project demonstrates that internal space constraints (often cited as the primary barrier to battery life) can […]
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New iOS Feature Lets Users Transfer Data Directly To Android
Apple has introduced a built-in feature designed to make switching from an iPhone to an Android device more straightforward. Available starting with iOS 26.3, the new option reduces reliance on third-party migration apps and aims to provide a smoother transition between mobile platforms. Instead of using external tools, users can now begin the transfer directly […]
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Apple CarPlay May Soon Support Third-Party AI Assistants Like ChatGPT
Apple is reportedly preparing to expand CarPlay by allowing third-party AI assistants to support voice interactions in a future update, according to Bloomberg. This change would enable developers such as OpenAI and Google to bring CarPlay-compatible versions of their AI apps, including ChatGPT and Gemini, into Apple’s in-car platform. Currently, Siri handles most voice-based tasks […]
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Apple Now Sells Refurbished iPhone 16 Lineup With Discounts Up To 22%
Apple has expanded its refurbished product offering by making the iPhone 16 series available through its official online store. The refurbished lineup is now on sale in the United States, Canada, and several European countries, including Germany, Spain, France, and the Netherlands. The company states that the refurbished models are priced between 12% and 22% […]
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Apple buys “Silent Speech” AI startup for $2B, because talking is so 2025
Apple confirmed this week that it has acquired Israeli AI startup Q.ai in a deal valued at close to $2 billion, making it one of the company’s largest acquisitions ever, second only to the $3 billion purchase of Beats in 2014. But check your assumptions: this isn’t Beats 2.0. There’s no new headphone brand to […]
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Apple iOS 26.3 Uses C-Series Modem To Limit Carrier Access To Precise Location Data
Apple is preparing to introduce a new privacy feature in iOS 26.3 that reduces how precisely mobile carriers can track user location, enabled by devices equipped with Apple’s C-series modem. Location data has long been considered highly sensitive, and while iPhone users have been able to restrict app access to precise location, carriers have traditionally […]
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iPhone Air Modding Brings Physical SIM At The Expense Of Important Feature
Apple’s iPhone Air arrived as a bold experiment, combining an ultra-thin body with several compromises to keep the design minimal. Alongside choices like a smaller battery, a single rear camera, and mono sound, Apple also took a major step in connectivity: in some markets, the device dropped the physical SIM card slot entirely, relying only […]
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Apple Registers New Monitor In China, Hinting At An Upcoming Launch
Recent information found in China’s regulatory database suggests that Apple may be getting ready to release a new external monitor. This discovery, as reported by MacRumors, implies that the organization may be developing an update to its existing line of Apple-branded displays. The listing, in general, refers to a device with the model code A3350, […]
Read MoreApple Brings Pixelmator Pro To iPad: Powerful New Tools For Designers And Creators
Apple just announced a big update for creative professionals who use the iPad for work like design and illustration. The well-known image editing program Pixelmator Pro, which was previously only available on macOS, will now formally be available on the iPad, the company confirmed. This represents the initial substantial advancement since Apple acquired the Pixelmator team […]
Read MoreApple Updates Vintage List With iPhone 11 Pro, Intel MacBook Air, And Watch Series 5
Apple has updated its official vintage and obsolete products list, adding several well-known devices, including the final Intel-based MacBook Air and the Apple Watch Series 5. These changes reflect Apple’s lifecycle policies for hardware that is no longer sold but may still qualify for limited support. The MacBook Air (Retina, 13-inch, 2020) is now considered […]
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Apple To Add Even More App Store Search Ads In 2026
Apple has announced that it will start displaying more ads in the App Store’s search results beginning in 2026, with the stated goal of increasing opportunities for developers and advertisers to reach users. The change was disclosed through an update on Apple’s Ads website and will affect how ads show up when users search for […]
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Toyota Ignored This Apple Feature For Years, But It May Soon Become Standard
Toyota Ignored This Apple Feature For Years, But It May Soon Become Standard | Carscoops <!—-> <!– –> <!– –> <!—-> <!– !(function (e, t) { var siteId = ‘46307’; var r; let a = !!navigator.userAgent.match( /iPad|iPod|iPhone|Android|BlackBerry|Windows Phone|Opera Mini|IEMobile|webOS/i ), o = function () { var e = t.createElement(‘script’); (e.id = ‘lzORaekbHNiuS’), (e[‘data-cfasync’] = ‘false’), […]
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Trump’s Ugly Ballroom Project Somehow Gets Even More Expensive
One email reportedly states that at one point, the FBI’s Washington Field Office did “not believe (and has articulated to [DOJ]), that we have established probable cause for the search warrant for classified records at Mar a Lago.” Another email states that the bureau thought a raid would be “counterproductive,” suggesting “alternative, less intrusive and […]
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Trump’s Ridiculous Ballroom Just Got Even More Expensive
One email reportedly states that at one point, the FBI’s Washington Field Office did “not believe (and has articulated to [DOJ]), that we have established probable cause for the search warrant for classified records at Mar a Lago.” Another email states that the bureau thought a raid would be “counterproductive,” suggesting “alternative, less intrusive and […]
Read MoreApple Found A Way Into GM’s Dashboards Even Without CarPlay
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DeX Mode On iPhone: Device Runs iPadOS Thanks To iOS 26.1 Vulnerability
A recent experiment demonstrated that the iPhone 17 Pro Max is capable of functioning similarly to a portable PC, thanks to a modification that enabled the device to run iPadOS instead of its native iOS. The modification took advantage of a security vulnerability found in iOS 26.1, allowing the smartphone to operate with features normally […]
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New HyperOS 3 Feature Links Xiaomi to Apple Devices
Xiaomi has introduced a significant upgrade to its ecosystem with HyperOS 3, bringing a new level of interoperability between Xiaomi devices and Apple products. This update aims to reduce the long-standing barriers between Android and Apple environments, offering users a more seamless experience when working across different platforms. For those who frequently switch between Xiaomi […]
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iPhone Users Can Soon Set Alexa Or Gemini As Default Assistant, But There’s A Catch
Apple is preparing a significant change to the iPhone’s voice assistant options with iOS 26.2, but the feature will be limited to users in Japan. In the third beta of iOS 26.2, developers found new code indicating that Apple is working on allowing the Side Button—normally used to activate Siri—to instead trigger a third-party voice […]
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AirDrop Meets Android: New Cross-Platform Sharing Announced
Google has announced a major step toward cross-platform compatibility: Android and iPhone devices are now able to transfer photos, videos, and files natively using Quick Share and AirDrop. This update allows both systems to communicate directly, marking the first time that AirDrop — an Apple-exclusive feature — can exchange data seamlessly with Android’s native sharing […]
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New Apple Watch Import Ban Considered In Patent Dispute
The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has agreed to open a new proceeding to determine whether recently updated Apple Watch models should face another import ban. The review centers on allegations that Apple’s redesigned watches continue to infringe patents owned by Masimo, a company specializing in medical-monitoring technology. The ITC’s decision follows an earlier import […]
Read MoreElon Musk Reportedly Caving To Apple’s CarPlay After Years Of Mocking It
Elon Musk Reportedly Caving To Apple’s CarPlay After Years Of Mocking It | Carscoops <!—-> <!– –> <!– –> <!—-> <!– !(function (e, t) { var siteId = ‘46307’; var r; let a = !!navigator.userAgent.match( /iPad|iPod|iPhone|Android|BlackBerry|Windows Phone|Opera Mini|IEMobile|webOS/i ), o = function () { var e = t.createElement(‘script’); (e.id = ‘lzORaekbHNiuS’), (e[‘data-cfasync’] = ‘false’), (e.src […]
Read MoreTesla May Add Apple CarPlay Support After Years Of Resistance
According to a recent Bloomberg report, Tesla may soon introduce Apple CarPlay support in its vehicles, marking a major shift from the company’s long-standing stance against third-party infotainment systems. The electric car manufacturer has reportedly begun internal testing of the feature, signaling a potential move to meet consumer demand and strengthen its market position. Historically, […]
Read Moreissey miyake & apple craft 3D-knitted ‘iPhone pocket’ as a wearable way to carry your device
ISSEY MIYAKE AND APPLE INTRODUCE ‘IPHONE POCKET’ Issey Miyake and Apple unveil iPhone Pocket, a 3D-knitted wearable accessory designed as an alternative way to carry and wear the iPhone. Debuting on November 14th, 2025, across select Apple Store locations worldwide, the limited-edition collaboration draws from the Issey Miyake concept of ‘a piece of cloth,’ resulting […]
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Apple Launches New Web App Store With Categories, App Recommendations And A Dark Mode
Apple has introduced a revamped web version of the App Store, offering a richer and more consistent browsing experience that closely mirrors what users see on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. The update transforms the site from a simple listing page into a fully functional platform where users can search, explore, and discover apps directly from […]
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WhatsApp Receives Major Update On macOS With Visual Customizations
WhatsApp for macOS is now receiving a major update that introduces extensive visual customization options, bringing it closer in appearance and functionality to the mobile versions of the app. According to WBI, the update adds 38 color combinations and 22 pre-defined visual styles, allowing users to personalize their chat interface in a variety of ways. […]
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WhatsApp Launches Official Apple Watch App: Beta Now Available Via TestFlight
If you are a WhatsApp user, it’s time to celebrate because after so many years, the app has finally been officially released for the Apple Watch, marking a significant expansion of the popular messaging platform. Currently available in beta through Apple’s TestFlight program, this version follows the success of WhatsApp’s Wear OS app and aims […]
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iPhone 18 Pro Leak Reveals New Coffee, Burgundy, And Purple Color Options
Apple’s upcoming iPhone 18 Pro may debut in several new color options, according to a recent leak from the Weibo user known as Instant Digital. The leaker claims that Apple is preparing at least three distinctive finishes for next year’s flagship lineup: Coffee, Purple, and Burgundy. These shades are said to bring richer, warmer tones […]
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Hands-on Review: Diver-X Reinvents the Mouse With Its Melt 3-in-1 Design — a Beautiful Tool Designed for Creators
After pioneering haptic gloves for virtual reality, Tokyo-based startup Diver-X is taking aim at one of the most familiar computer tools: the mouse. Its new Melt Mouse, launching on Kickstarter under the company’s Melt Interface brand, combines a precision mouse, a trackpad, and a customizable shortcut keypad into one minimalist aluminum device. I had a […]
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Apple Mac Sales Surge 15% In Q3 2025, Surpassing PCs
Apple has regained momentum in the global computer market, achieving above-average performance in the third quarter of 2025. According to data released by Counterpoint Research, Mac shipments increased by 14.9% compared to the same period last year, outpacing the overall PC market growth of 8.1%. This surge places Apple close behind Lenovo, the current market […]
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