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Apple flagship product, the iPhone, was first introduced in 2007 by Steve Jobs who pitched it as an amalgamation of a fully-functional web browser, music player and a phone. The smartphone has been released annually and is considered one of the largest smartphone platforms in the world, second only to Google's Android. While the design of the phone has changed from one iteration to the next, the basic functionality of the device has remained the same. It utilizes an user interface built around multi-touch, which has evolved along with the hardware. The iPhone ecosystem has revolutionised the app industry since launch, with roughly 2.2 million apps (Q1 2021) currently available for Apple's smartphone. Apple's App store outlined the blueprint for app delivery and hosting that has been followed by much of the competition. The App Store is widely recognised for creating a large app market economy for users and developers. The iPhone has generated massive profits for Apple since launch and contributes heavily to its bottom line. It has also been credited with popularising the slate form factor, which most touch screen phones use today. The software that powers the iPhone - iOS - is also an industry leader for usability and features. Apple also puts a major focus on privacy and security. More

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  • Indian iPhone users can soon make smoother international payments with Apple Pay

    Apple Pay is expanding its reach in India with support for cross-border payments, making it easier for iPhone users to shop from global merchants and helping Indian businesses tap into international markets.

  • Apple’s self-repair program now covers iPhone 17 and iPhone Air models: 5 key details

    Apple’s self-repair program now covers iPhone 17 and iPhone Air models: 5 key details

    Apple has added the iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max to its self-service repair program, allowing users in the U.S., Canada, and parts of Europe to order genuine parts and tools to fix their devices at home.

  • Adaptive Power extends iPhone battery life: What it is, how it works, and more

    Adaptive Power extends iPhone battery life: What it is, how it works, and more

    Battery longevity remains a top concern for iPhone users, and Apple appears to have addressed it with the latest iOS 26 update. Whether you own the compact iPhone Air, the high-end iPhone 17 Pro Max, or a recent older model, a new feature called Adaptive Power is designed to help your device last longer during demanding days.

  • Apple tops $4 trillion market cap for first time as latest models revitalise iPhone sales

    Apple tops $4 trillion market cap for first time as latest models revitalise iPhone sales

    Apple's shares have gained about 13% since the new launches on September 9, in a remarkable turnaround that pushed the stock into positive territory for the first time this year.

  • 55 iPhone and iPad users sue Apple in China: Here’s why it matters

    55 iPhone and iPad users sue Apple in China: Here’s why it matters

    55 iPhone and iPad users in China have sued Apple, accusing it of abusing market power by forcing App Store payments and charging high commissions.

  • Tim Cook wishes Happy Diwali with user-shot iPhone 17 Pro Max photo

    Tim Cook wishes Happy Diwali with user-shot iPhone 17 Pro Max photo

    Apple CEO Tim Cook shared Diwali greetings along with a photograph showing a woman lighting diyas amid marigold decorations, captured on an iPhone 17 Pro Max.

  • ​​iPhone’s slow location sharing leaves police struggling to find victim in shocking Seoul murder case

    ​​iPhone’s slow location sharing leaves police struggling to find victim in shocking Seoul murder case

    iPhone’s slow location sharing caused delays for Seoul police during a Gwanak District murder case. Authorities struggled to trace the caller’s exact location, raising concerns about emergency response and public safety.

  • iPhone-maker Pegatron setting up new plant in Chennai for 5G equipment eyes local, export markets

    iPhone-maker Pegatron setting up new plant in Chennai for 5G equipment eyes local, export markets

    Pegatron, one of Apple’s key manufacturing partners, had been assembling iPhones at its Chennai facility.

  • One stolen iPhone leads to 18 arrests and 40,000 phones in UK’s largest phone theft case

    One stolen iPhone leads to 18 arrests and 40,000 phones in UK’s largest phone theft case

    The scale of the operation is staggering. Investigators say nearly 40,000 phones, worth millions of pounds, were moved over the past year. The latest iPhone models were reportedly being sold in Hong Kong for as much as £3,700 each.

  • Your iPhone can now screen spam calls so you can focus on people you actually like

    Your iPhone can now screen spam calls so you can focus on people you actually like

    iPhone’s new Call Screening feature lets you screen unknown and spam calls, giving you control over who reaches you and saving your time.

  • Apple iPhone 17 vs Google Pixel 10: How the two phones compare

    Apple iPhone 17 vs Google Pixel 10: How the two phones compare

    While the designs stay familiar, the 2025 flagships double down on performance, camera versatility, and AI smarts — making this one of the closest head-to-heads between Cupertino and Mountain View in years.

  • Apple may retire the iPhone ‘Max’ as the biggest model in future iPhone releases

    Apple may retire the iPhone ‘Max’ as the biggest model in future iPhone releases

    A report suggests that the upcoming iPhone 17 Pro Max could be the last model where “Max” actually means the largest screen in Apple’s lineup.

  • At 17, he sold his kidney for iPhone 4 And iPad 2, what happened next is heartbreaking

    At 17, he sold his kidney for iPhone 4 And iPad 2, what happened next is heartbreaking

    At 17, Wang Shangkun sold his kidney to buy an iPhone 4 and iPad 2. Today, he is permanently disabled — a shocking cautionary tale about the dangers of chasing gadgets

  • Top iPhone call-recording app shuts down after leaking users’ calls, transcripts, and phone numbers

    Top iPhone call-recording app shuts down after leaking users’ calls, transcripts, and phone numbers

    Viral call recording app Neon leaked users’ phone numbers, call recordings, and transcripts before going offline due to a major security flaw.

  • How many weeks of work does it take to buy an iPhone in India?

    How many weeks of work does it take to buy an iPhone in India?

    Even in European nations where living costs are high, like Portugal or Hungary, the hours required to buy an iPhone are still far fewer than in India.

  • Instamart Quick India movement sale to go live on September 19: Top deals on iPhones, OnePlus and other phones

    Instamart Quick India movement sale to go live on September 19: Top deals on iPhones, OnePlus and other phones

    The quick-commerce platform is offering discounts across leading brands like Apple, OnePlus, OPPO, Samsung, Motorola, and POCO.

  • Apple’s India supplier base nearly doubles since 2018, value addition at 20%

    Apple’s India supplier base nearly doubles since 2018, value addition at 20%

    New suppliers expand footprint in India; industry watchers say new components manufacturing scheme will help push for more share in value addition

  • LIVE: Four iPhones, three Watch models, and the AirPods Pro — a lot of Apple devices

    LIVE: Four iPhones, three Watch models, and the AirPods Pro — a lot of Apple devices

    Apple just wrapped its big September event. From the ultra-thin iPhone Air to the mighty iPhone 17 Pro Max, Apple Watch updates, and AirPods Pro 3 — here’s everything that dropped

  • Apple’s iPhone 17 series production in India goes full throttle; local factories gear up to meet US, Europe demand

    Apple’s iPhone 17 series production in India goes full throttle; local factories gear up to meet US, Europe demand

    Foxconn subsidiary Hon Hai’s newest Bengaluru facility, which began test runs of Apple’s newest model in April, has already become India’s largest iPhone factory in terms of installed production capacity

  • This Indian state has the highest number of iPhone buyers and no, It’s not Delhi or Bengaluru

    This Indian state has the highest number of iPhone buyers and no, It’s not Delhi or Bengaluru

    Maharashtra leads India in iPhone sales, surpassing Delhi and Bengaluru. Find out which models, storage options, and colors are most popular among Indian buyers.

  • Apple’s $430 billion rally faces scrutiny of product unveiling

    Apple’s $430 billion rally faces scrutiny of product unveiling

    Apple is expected to introduce its iPhone 17 lineup, which will reportedly include a new skinnier version of the device

  • Apple presses ahead with India scale-up, expands capacity and local sourcing despite US pressure

    Apple presses ahead with India scale-up, expands capacity and local sourcing despite US pressure

    The only challenge for Apple is in the capital equipment and machinery space, as China has been delaying or blocking the export of critical equipment essential for scaling its operations in India

  • iPhone 17 launching in a week: 3 reasons to look forward to it, 2 reasons to skip

    iPhone 17 launching in a week: 3 reasons to look forward to it, 2 reasons to skip

    Apple is just days away from unveiling the iPhone 17 lineup, and while the standard iPhone 17 won’t be as flashy as the new Air or Pro models, it still has a lot going for it. Here are three reasons you might want to buy it and two reasons you may want to skip.

  • Apple to launch foldable iPhone in 2026, likely to feature Touch ID and four cameras

    Apple to launch foldable iPhone in 2026, likely to feature Touch ID and four cameras

    Apple plans to launch its first foldable iPhone in 2026, featuring Touch ID, four cameras, and a tablet-like design. Bloomberg reports it will pave the way for major iPhone innovations in the coming years.

  • Bengaluru will play pivotal role in making India the iPhone capital of the world, says Karnataka minister

    Bengaluru will play pivotal role in making India the iPhone capital of the world, says Karnataka minister

    Foxconn has started making iPhone 17 at its new facility in Devanahalli, which is the Taiwanese electronics giant's second-largest unit outside China, built with an investment of $2.8 billion (Rs 25,000 crore)

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