Apple today introduced a new study from economists at Analysis Group that outlines four key App Store statistics for 2025. As WWDC 2026 approaches next week, Apple’s main message in this press release is that the App Store is reaching new heights and “developers continue to thrive globally.” The App Store ecosystem generated a record $1.4 trillion in billings and sales Apple received no commission on over 90% of transactions Apps featuring consumer-facing AI saw their bills grow 4x The App Store ecosystem has almost tripled in size since 2019 Popular storiesApple sued for removing co-viewing app Rave from App…
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Apple today announced the arrival of nine new games on Apple Arcade, including a mobile version of the popular game show. Family feud. The following four games were added to Apple Arcade today: Family Feud Pocket launches on Apple Arcade on Tuesday, June 30. Apple says the game will offer an “authentic, true-to-the-show quiz experience.” “Curated by the iconic Steve Harvey, the game features the classic mechanics that fans know and love, along with daily challenges and exclusive questions,” explains Apple. “Players can guess the answer and outsmart the competition solo or with loved ones, at home or on the…
The Apple Card savings account annual percentage yield (APY) was lowered from 3.5% to 3.4% this week. If you deposited $1,000 and held that balance for a year, you would earn $34 in interest at the current APY rate. Popular storiesApple Card promo to offer free AirPods Pro 3Starting next week, customers who sign up for an Apple Card at Apple stores in the United States will receive $249 cash back when purchasing AirPods Pro 3, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. The promotion has not yet been officially announced by Apple, so exact terms and conditions are not available at…
We have high expectations for this year’s event. Apple The calendar has flipped to June, which means Apple is about to hold its annual Worldwide Developers Conference. It’s a week-long affair that typically focuses on what’s going to happen in the company’s software and operating systems departments. While things will happen in Cupertino from June 8 to 12, the reveals will mainly take place on this first day. The WWDC 2026 keynote is scheduled for Monday, June 8 at 1 p.m. ET/10 a.m. PT, and it’s shaping up to be an event to watch. For starters,…
Apple has released a new ad to attract customers who prioritize privacy while browsing, suggesting that Safari is the one you should use if you want to “keep data trackers off your back.” In a new iPhone privacy segment titled “Safari helps block data trackers,” the ad shows competing phone users in everyday situations having to live with data trackers while they browse. Trackers are depicted as people dressed in chrome suits (get it?) who usually follow them wherever they go to look at their screen – and in some cases literally sit on their shoulders to get a better…
Bluetti’s Elite 10 Mini Power Station is larger than the average iPhone or iPad power bank, but it’s still small enough to be portable. It’s ideal for camping, day trips, barbecues or to have on hand in case of a power outage. It’s also a design that works well on a desktop computer thanks to the included ports. The Elite 10 has a capacity of 128 Wh, which is enough to charge a MacBook Neo almost three times, a MacBook Pro 1.5 times or a MacBook Air twice. It can charge an iPhone or iPad multiple times and also supports…
State law governing minors’ use of apps takes effect tomorrow. Images Tada/Shutterstock We continue to see the impact of the wave of age verification laws passed by U.S. state governments over the last year. Apple today announced that apps distributed in Texas will have to comply with the requirements set out in the state’s SB 2420 law. Woozad I first noticed the change, which goes into effect tomorrow for all apps distributed in the state. New Apple accounts in Texas will be subject to SB 2420 and will be required to verify their age. A parent…
Apple said today that App Store rules in Texas are changing due to the implementation of SB 2420, a law that adds age assurance requirements for app marketplaces and developers. Apple users located in Texas will soon need to confirm whether they are 18 or older when creating an Apple account. Apple accounts for users under 18 must be part of a Family Sharing group, and parents must provide consent for all App Store downloads, app purchases, and in-app transactions. Developers must adopt the Declared Age Range API to provide the required age categories for new account users in Texas,…
Apple today shared a new Beats Pill commercial that pays homage to the reality TV show Love Island United Stateswhich returned for an eighth season this week. The ad does not mention Love Island United Statesbut the “Pill People” are said to have “entered the villa”, which is a clear reference to the series. “If you’re experiencing a full summer of island drama, you’ll need battery life that can keep up,” Apple says. “It’s a good thing the Beats Pill offers up to 24 hours of listening time, more than enough for every re-pairing, challenge and twist that summer has…
Bengali Press/Shutterstock The latest monthly Google Play Services update is rolling out, bringing the system to version 26.21. In the April 2026 Play Services update, Google introduced a more intuitive Google Wallet with the update, and this time around the changes are focused more on the Play Store itself. Google says these updates are available on a variety of devices, from Android phones and tablets to Android TV, Google TV, Chrome OS, Wear OS, and Android Auto. While the Google Play Services framework helps power several different systems on your…