Apple avoids EU fine with new iOS browser rules
Apple avoids a hefty EU fine by making changes to its iPhone browser system. Find out what's changing for you in the EU.
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Tag: Apple Services
Apple Services is Apple's fast-growing services business and covers all of the company's software subscriptions and digital offerings – including Apple Music, Apple TV, Apple Arcade, Apple Fitness+, iCloud+, Apple News+ and Apple One. The portfolio is rounded out by payment services such as Apple Pay and Apple Cash, the App Store, AppleCare and features like Find My, Apple ID and Family Sharing. Together, these services have become one of the most important revenue streams on Apple's balance sheet, with more than a billion paid subscriptions worldwide and regular records in quarterly earnings.
On apfelpatient.de, this tag brings together all news, rumors and background information on Apple's services strategy: new features in iOS, watchOS and macOS, price adjustments for subscriptions, bundle options via Apple One, regulatory battles around the App Store, and strategic decisions out of Cupertino. Quarterly results, market share and comparisons with competitors such as Spotify, Netflix and Google are also continuously analyzed here.
Anyone wanting to understand where Apple's services division is heading, which new services are in the pipeline and how to get the most out of their subscriptions will find a complete editorial overview here.
iOS 18.4 RC released – final version coming soon
iOS 18.4 is reaching the finish line with RC status. The final version is expected to be released next week – all the information on the current...
Severance Season 3 Confirmed: Apple TV+ Continues Series
The hit series Severance is getting a third season. Apple TV+ makes it official – all the details about the sequel and the current...
Apple redesigns Siri – Vision Pro boss takes the lead
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Apple TV+ makes losses – but Apple remains relaxed
Apple TV+ is losing billions annually. Despite this, Apple is sticking with the streaming service – but why? An overview of the background.
iOS 18.4 Beta: Apple tweaks Safari – hide search history
iOS 18.4 brings new Safari options: You can now hide recent search history. Learn how to disable this feature here.
Apple under pressure: EU forces opening of iOS 19 & iOS 20
Apple must open iOS 19 & iOS 20 to smartwatches, headphones, and more. The EU is enforcing new rules – that...
Apple TV+: These are the highlights for spring 2025
New content on Apple TV+: These series, films, and documentaries await you in spring 2025. Check out all the highlights and dates now...
Apple loses appeal against Federal Cartel Office – What now?
Apple loses to the Federal Cartel Office: What does the ruling mean for the App Store and competition? Read all the details now!
Apple Intelligence and Siri: An unfinished promise
Apple made big promises with Siri – but the reality is different. Why Apple Intelligence isn't working as planned...