Apple Arcade launched with nearly 100 titles and adds new games weekly. The service is available for iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Mac, and Apple TV, with a free trial for the first month and a monthly subscription of $7. The service is compatible with PS5 and Xbox wireless controllers for select titles.

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Apple has delayed the release of its HomePod with a screen until next year due to cost-cutting measures. The delay will allow the company to allocate its research and development budget to more pressing projects, such as mixed reality headsets. The move is part of a strategy to contain costs and avoid layoffs, as seen in other tech companies like Meta, Amazon, Microsoft, and Google.

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Apple has introduced new features to CarPlay in iOS 17, including SharePlay support in the Music app, allowing multiple passengers to control music playback, and real-time electric vehicle charging station availability in Apple Maps, making it easier to find charging locations while driving.

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Apple has reintroduced SharePlay for Apple Music on HomePod, HomePod mini, and Apple TV in iOS 18 and tvOS 18. The feature allows others to control Apple Music playback with permission, and the primary user can approve or deny each request. This feature was first introduced in iOS 17.4 and tvOS 17.4 betas but was removed before the updates were released.

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Apple executives, including Craig Federighi, discussed iOS 18 and Apple Intelligence in a series of interviews. Federighi poked fun at the notion that Apple is behind on AI, highlighting that Apple has been shipping Macs with Neural Engines since 2020, unlike some competitors who branded their products as 'AI PCs'.

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The article discusses the issue of storing photos on a new MacBook, as the device has limited storage capacity. The user is considering replacing their 2017 iMac with a MacBook for its portability. The user is unsure how to move their photos from the iMac to the MacBook and make them accessible.

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The article discusses a new 13-inch iPad Air and a user's concern about using portable power-packs with USB-A ports to charge it.

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The European Union is planning to fine Apple for failing to comply with the Digital Markets Act. Apple announced its compliance plans in January and rolled them out with iOS 17.4 in March, including a reduction in App Store commissions. The European Commission believes Apple hasn't gone far enough, despite the company making changes to its original plans.

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Apple announced macOS 15 Sequoia during the WWDC 2024 opening keynote, featuring Math Notes, new Messages features, and improved Continuity features between Mac and iPhone. The new OS includes a standalone Passwords app and AI-powered Safari updates.

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Apple has introduced new math features in iOS 18, including the ability to perform basic math and conversions in any text field. This feature allows users to enter math equations and conversions, such as currency and temperature conversions, and receive the answer in the text field. The feature also allows users to choose to show their work or just the answer. iOS 18 is currently available for developers.

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