
The Verge reviews early features of iOS 27 developer beta
Apple’s latest software update brings granular control over Liquid Glass transparency and independent volume settings, though AI features remain on hold for early testers.
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Apple’s latest software update brings granular control over Liquid Glass transparency and independent volume settings, though AI features remain on hold for early testers.
The update to the companion app follows revelations that the dormant code was designed to convert facial photos into on-device biometric identifiers, raising further questions about data handling practices for devices manufactured with Luxottica brands.
The filing, reported by Bloomberg, marks the latest development in the legal saga surrounding the disgraced cryptocurrency executive, who is simultaneously pursuing an appeal and a retrial.
While iOS and macOS received major AI and design updates, the Apple TV 4K lacks the processing power to support Siri AI, delaying meaningful software enhancements until late in the year.

The latest Safari update introduces user-generated extensions, automatic tab categorisation, and compromised password updates, marking a strategic shift to compete with Chrome and Firefox.

Apple has agreed to a $250 million settlement to resolve litigation over 2024 AI promises, while its latest conference signals a strategic pivot toward verified functionality and wider device compatibility.

The company behind Worldcoin faces privacy bans and fines while struggling to monetise its iris-scanning technology.

Company cites strategic benefits of remaining private while preparing for potential public offering, with annualised revenue reaching $25 billion but projected costs soaring to $115 billion through 2029.

The tech giant’s move, announced by product lead Vikas Kansal, aims to broaden access to advanced Gemini models following the Google I/O 2026 conference.

The ChatGPT maker has submitted draft registration statements to the US Securities and Exchange Commission, marking the third major technology firm to pursue a potential trillion-dollar debut this year.

Internal guidelines prohibit affiliates from questioning official outcomes, but enforcement remains inconsistent as regulators scrutinise the sector.

The upcoming operating systems introduce performance boosts for legacy devices through an updated CPU scheduler, though Apple Intelligence remains restricted to models with 8GB of RAM or more.
Intel-based machines will receive limited security patches, while advanced AI features require M3 chips and 12GB of RAM

The company has reduced its projected compute infrastructure spending to $600 billion by 2030, while reports suggest internal caution regarding the fast-tracked public listing.

The tech giant unveiled new tools for parents while urging app creators to manage content, a move analysts view as a strategic defence against legislation in Texas, the UK, and Australia.

The AI giant submits a draft registration statement to the SEC, following rival Anthropic’s move and preceding a potential SpaceX debut in a market defined by scarce capital.

At its Worldwide Developer Conference, Apple unveiled a suite of foundational updates including faster app launches, a transparency slider for the Liquid Glass interface, and expanded iCloud interoperability, before introducing its upgraded AI-powered Siri.
The tech giant has unveiled significant upgrades to its conversational assistant and image tools, integrating Google’s Gemini foundation models while maintaining a strict privacy-first architecture.

The Verge identifies a wide range of updates spanning Apple’s operating systems, with artificial intelligence and Siri taking centre stage ahead of the autumn release.

The purchase of the facility, previously owned by Apple and sold via a shell company, marks a significant scaling of Waymo’s operational capabilities ahead of mass robotaxi production.

The tech giant announced at its Worldwide Developers Conference that developers with fewer than 2 million first-time App Store downloads can access Foundation Models in Private Cloud Compute without incurring cloud charges.
The tech giant describes the collaboration as a "deep" partnership that unlocks significant upgrades to its Apple Intelligence platform, while maintaining strict privacy controls through Private Cloud Compute.

The tech giant confirms no iPhones are being dropped from the iOS 27 rollout, yet artificial intelligence capabilities are restricted to devices released in 2023 and later.

The Cupertino-based technology giant integrates Google’s generative AI into iOS 27, enhancing Siri’s capabilities while navigating regulatory exclusions in the EU and China.

While the Artemis II mission did not break the all-time speed record held by Apollo 10, the crew’s high-velocity return has inspired a custom patch produced by A-B Emblem, replacing the Space Shuttle design with the Orion spacecraft.

The Silicon Valley giant introduces a two-tiered system for on-device intelligence, reserving advanced capabilities for newer hardware while expanding visual and writing tools across its ecosystem.

The latest operating system updates introduce Siri AI but restrict device support to newer generations, leaving many existing users without access to the new software.

Microsoft has cut off access to at least 70 open-source projects on GitHub after hackers injected password-stealing malware into code used by developers working with Azure and artificial intelligence applications.

Enrolled developers can now test Siri AI revamps, Apple Intelligence photo tools and performance updates ahead of public releases expected later this year.

The tech giant unveiled its latest operating system at WWDC 2026, marking a definitive shift in hardware requirements while maintaining support for legacy devices for two more years.

The autumn 2026 update introduces a dedicated Siri app, a dynamic interface, and enhanced health metrics, though availability in the European Union remains restricted.

The tech giant announced a major architectural shift for its virtual assistant, expanded Apple Intelligence tools, and significant speed improvements across its ecosystem, with compatibility starting from the iPhone 11.

The US Department of Defence has added major technology and automotive firms to a designation identifying entities supporting the Chinese military, raising the total count to 188 and heightening the prospect of trade restrictions.

The upcoming iOS 27 release will allow users to manually adjust highs, mids, and lows for AirPods, marking a shift from fully automated audio tuning.

The $3,500 device receives contextual awareness features as Apple prepares software for future glasses hardware.

The new Siri leverages Google’s underlying model, accesses personal device data, and introduces chatbot-style interactions in a move expected to roll out later this year.

The Cupertino-based tech giant unveiled significant artificial intelligence enhancements for the iPhone at its Worldwide Developers Conference, embedding Siri directly into the camera app and introducing new generative editing capabilities for the Photos app.

The WWDC 2026 keynote revealed a major strategic shift, introducing Siri AI, performance boosts, and refined design interfaces across Apple’s ecosystem.

Apple Senior Vice President of Software Engineering Craig Federighi joined The Verge for an on-the-record session following the WWDC 2026 keynote, detailing the new architecture driving the company’s updated operating systems.

Announced at the Worldwide Developers Conference, the new feature aims to make workflow creation accessible to non-technical users by leveraging AI to generate system actions.

The tech giant announced significant updates to its AI image generation tool, emphasising privacy protocols and expanded utility for users and businesses, though independent verification of performance claims remains pending.

The tech giant unveiled natural language shortcut creation and Home app enhancements during its June 8 developer conference in Cupertino.

The tech giant is expanding its Apple Intelligence suite beyond text generation, introducing capabilities for tab monitoring, automatic credential updates, and custom extensions in default applications.

Privacy advocates cite the incident as evidence of the urgent need for stronger consumer data protection laws, pointing to recent legislative moves in Massachusetts.

The British government has committed over $1 billion to a national AI supercomputer, with $530 million earmarked for hardware including specialist inference chips, aiming to reduce reliance on American technology amid shifting geopolitical ties.

The FIA has granted Additional Development and Upgrade Opportunities to Mercedes, Ferrari, Honda, and Audi after identifying Red Bull’s in-house power unit as the performance leader.

Legal action alleges negligence and civil rights violations as scrutiny mounts over the use of private camera networks and the “Vehicle Fingerprint” technology in law enforcement

The tech giant introduces 'Ask to browse' and stricter messaging limits to safeguard young users across its ecosystem.