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Apple in million-dollar offer to settle Siri eavesdropping case

The proposed settlement filed in a US court would resolve a 5-year-old lawsuit revolving around allegations that Apple surreptitiously activated Siri to record conversations through iPhones and other devices equipped with the virtual assistant for more than a decade.

Tech News

New EU rules on common USB-C chargers to come into force

Starting on Saturday, all small and medium-sized portable electronic devices sold in the EU must be compatible with USB-C ports to address waste.

Tech News

Apple must ensure interoperability of iPhone with rivals, says European Commission

The EC preliminary findings under the DMA indicate that Apple must take steps to enable the operability of devices from other brands with its iPhones. The EC has launched public consultations with interested companies to gather feedback on compliance.

Europe News

DR Congo files criminal complaint against Apple over conflict minerals

The tech giant says it "strongly disputes" the allegations after the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) filed criminal complaints in France and Belgium.

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Culture news

Apple Music Classical shares biggest albums of 2024

From the popularity of Chopin to the proliferation of piano music, how are people in 2024 listening to classical music?

Culture news

Apple Music Replay: What is the most played song of 2024?

It's been a banner year for women, the biggest in global songs chart history. Taylor Swift did very well, as did a certain Mr. Kendrick Lamar with his hit diss track 'Not Like Us'.

Money

Ledger marks 10th anniversary with new multi-million euro Paris HQ

Euronews Next went to the new nine-story building in Paris as the company marks its tenth anniversary.

The Big Question

The Big Question: What is the secret to being the world’s best brand?

The world’s biggest brands have missed out on $200bn (€192bn) of revenue in the past year. What could they have done better?

Markets

Nvidia's strong earnings fall short of lofty investor expectations

Nvidia shares declined following strong quarterly results as investors set a high bar for earnings. A lower gross margin and slowing growth also contributed to the fall.

Tech News

Consumer report finds Big Tech don't comply with digital market rules

European consumer association BEUC considered that Meta, Apple and Google still have to improve the interoperability of their platform to third party businesses to comply with the Digital Market Act.

Business

'Sage' of Omaha cuts Apple stake, boosts cash holding to record level

Warren Buffett is sitting on more than $325bn (€298.15bn) cash after unloading billions of dollars worth of Apple shares this year while continuing to collect a steady stream of profits from all of Berkshire Hathaway's assorted businesses without finding any major acquisition.

Business

Tech results mixed: Apple faces China slowdown, Amazon rides AI growth

US tech giant Apple saw sales in China extend a decline, while Amazon topped market expectations with strong guidance.

Business

Apple earnings preview: AI-powered iPhone sales take centre stage

Apple, the world's largest company, is set to release its September quarter earnings this week. Analysts expect revenue growth driven by strong sales in China.

Health news

How Apple's new AirPods feature may help people with hearing loss

The hearing aid feature is available with AirPods Pro 2 models and requires an iPhone or iPad to set it up

Tech News

Apple's AI has now been released but it's not coming to Europe

Apple Intelligence is available for those with an iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max or any iPhone 16 model.

Tech News

Why OpenAI’s Voice Mode, Meta, and Apple’s AI aren’t in Europe yet

Experts say it comes down to EU regulation but could also be a tactic to slow down the rules,

Lifestyle

Famed Apple designer Jony Ive teams up with Moncler for clothes range

Jony Ive, the designer who worked closely with Steve Jobs to help create the iconic looks of many of Apple’s most famous products, has created a new range of outerwear.

Europe News

EU Commission pushes Apple over headset, watch interoperability

The EU executive is using new powers intended to stop online gatekeepers dominating digital markets, given fears it might block out rivals to its own Apple Watch or AirPods.

Tech News

Apple hit with €62 million EU class action for unfair charges on music

Big Tech giant Apple was hit with a €1.8 billion European Commission fine in March for unfair pricing that allegedly locked out competitors.

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iPhone 16 and AI: Everything you missed from Apple's 'Glowtime' event

Apple unveiled its much-anticipated plans for AI. But it won’t be coming to Europe anytime soon.