iOS 26: All new features in the Shortcuts app at a glance
With iOS 26, the Shortcuts app becomes smarter, more modern, and more versatile. Discover all the new features and automations now.
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Apple Services
Apple Services is Apple's rapidly growing services business, encompassing 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. This portfolio is complemented by payment services like Apple Pay and Apple Cash, the App Store, AppleCare, and features such as Find My, Apple ID, and Family Sharing. Behind these services lies one of Apple's most important revenue generators, with over one billion subscriptions worldwide and consistently record-breaking quarterly results.
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.
Apple will turn Siri into a smart answer engine with AI in 2026
Apple will launch the Siri revolution in 2026. AI search, world knowledge, and new features will make the assistant smarter and more secure.
Apple stock: Bank of America raises price target to $260
Apple remains stable: Thanks to the Google deal, Bank of America raises its price target to $260. Investors see long-term opportunities.
iOS 26 Update: Markdown Import and Export in Notes Explained
Apple is introducing Markdown support in Notes with iOS 26. Here's how to import and export Markdown files in detail.
Apple deal with Google remains – despite antitrust proceedings
Apple profits billions from Google deal: The ruling strengthens the partnership and creates space for new technologies and innovation.
Apple loses another AI researcher to Meta
Apple loses another top AI researcher. Meta, OpenAI, and Anthropic secure talent – the future of Siri is under scrutiny.
Apple receives FTC support for strong encryption
Apple remains steadfast on encryption. The FTC supports the policy and warns of backdoors in digital services.
Apple TV+ September 2025: The complete program at a glance
Apple TV+ will launch new seasons, exclusive movies, and exciting thrillers in September 2025. All highlights and release dates at a glance.
Apple launches Asa: AI chatbot supports store employees
Apple is launching Asa, an AI chatbot for stores that supports employees in iPhone sales and makes knowledge available more quickly.
iOS 26 at a glance: What's new in the Messages app
iOS 26 brings new power to the Messages app: live translation, custom backgrounds, and clever filters for a better overview.