Epic Games now fears that the Department of Justice will let Apple off its antitrust suit with a settlement that does nothing to deter future App Store behavior.
Apple's long-running dispute with the DOJ may be coming to an end. Image source: Apple
More than two years on from when the Department of Justice (DOJ) sued Apple in an enormous antitrust suit, it has once again signaled that it would consider settling the case. But large developers including Epic Games and now also PayPal have told the
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Vocal developers dismayed at DOJ considering antitrust settlement with Apple
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iPhone Duo battery capacity lands in between iPhone 18 Pro & Pro Max
via appleinsider.comApple has published the overall capacity of the two-battery iPhone Duo in a regulatory filing, showing exactly how it compares to the iPhone 18 Pro and more.
Apple's iPhone Duo.
Initial rumors claimed that the iPhone Duo would have the largest battery capacity of any iPhone ever made. Then real-world tests showed it performs practically the same as the iPhone 18 Pro, but now the figures are out.As reported by Apple in its EU Energy Labels regulatory filing, the iPhone Duo's battery capacity is 4
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Apple HomeView vs Amazon Echo Show 8: Smart home screens compared
via appleinsider.comApple's first smart home display is muscling into a market that Amazon currently dominates, with products like the popular Echo Show 8. Here's how the new HomeView compares to Amazon's counterpart.
Apple HomeView [left] vs Amazon Echo Show 8 [right]
Apple's long-rumored smart home refresh was more than just the expected updates to the Apple TV and HomePod mini. Consumers had a new device to consider adding to their abode.The HomeView is Apple's first foray into smart home displays, as part of it
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Don't expect to buy iPhone Duo at Apple Stores on Friday
via appleinsider.comApple says that demand for the iPhone Duo was "extraordinary," and while it's certain inventory will be low, some reports claim that Apple Stores will have none in stock.
Apple Fifth Avenue - image credit: Apple.
Apple never says how many of an iPhone model it has ready for pre-order day. Plus there are multiple reports that manufacturing issues meant the iPhone Duo was in short supply from the start, but it still got sold out in mere moments. Now Apple has sent AppleInsider and other venues a c
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Apple Photos faceprint privacy lawsuit pared down a bit, will continue
via appleinsider.comA $32.5 billion class-action lawsuit involving the Illinois Biometric Privacy Act and iPhone Photos has been pared down, with the judge partially granting an Apple motion for summary judgment and decertifying one subclass.
Photos' facial features are at the heart of a privacy lawsuit
In August, a lawsuit surfaced alleging that Apple violated the Illinois Biometric Privacy Act (BIPA). It was claimed that Apple collected biometric data without user consent, via the Photos app.However, in a Septemb
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AI audio firm Samplab acquired by Apple to boost Logic Pro
via appleinsider.comApple has acquired AI audio editing firm Samplab, likely to extend Logic Pro's existing stem splitting tools, as well as adding the ability to edit individual notes in chords.
Samplab was a stem-splitting music editor - image credit: Samplab.
Following its deal with the Huxe AI podcast company, Apple has now acquired Zurich-based Samplab under a similar arrangement. As detailed in the European Union's public list of acquisitions, Apple is to acquire certain assets, and offer employment to certai
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Two Apple stores looted during French protests
via appleinsider.comAs the French protests now involving about 600,000 protesters escalate, Apple Sainte-Catherine in Bordeaux was hit first by French youth. Also ransacked was the Lille location, just a few hours later. Apple was not the only retail chain looted during the protests. with Hermes and Louis Vuitton also victoms.https://www.leparisien.fr/faits-divers/mobilisation-du-17-octobre-la-residence-prefectorale-saccagee-par-des-emeutiers-a-bordeaux-le-raid-mobilise-17-10-2026-7IAFA7LT75FG5AQ7E3323DDOZI.php
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Sunday Reboot: HomeView is an interesting smart home experiment
via appleinsider.comIn this week's Sunday Reboot, Apple's HomeView is an interesting smart home launch, but it will probably play better in some countries than others.
The HomeView looks nice, but probably wouldn't work with my household.Sunday Reboot is a weekly column covering some of the lighter stories within the Apple reality distortion field from the past seven days. All to get next week underway with a good first step.
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Grab Apple's 2026 Mac Studio for $2,299, now $200 off
via appleinsider.comThe lowest online Mac Studio price on the 2026 line is available at Amazon, with a $200 discount on the standard model.
Get Apple's Mac Studio desktop for $2,299 at Amazon.
Save $200 on Apple's new Mac Studio that's equipped with an M5 Max chip with an 18-core CPU and 32-core GPU. This desktop also has 36GB of unified memory and a 512GB SSD. Retailing for $2,499, Amazon's $200 discount brings the price down to $2,299, delivering the lowest price seen since its September 22 release.Save $200 on M
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Retail reset set for November 6 as OLED MacBook Pro looms
via appleinsider.comA refresh of Apple Stores taking place on November 6 strongly hints that Apple's OLED iPad mini and touch-enabled MacBook Pro will be available to consumers on or around that date.
A current non-OLED MacBook Pro display
Back in August, there were rumors of a refresh of Apple Stores in preparation for apple's smart home push, including products like the new HomeView. It now appears that another refresh is planned, coinciding with the introduction of new Macs and iPads.According to Bloomberg's Mar
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HomeView follow-up with robot arm rumored to ship in 2027
via appleinsider.comFuture versions of the HomeView are being looked at by Apple, with a version using a larger display and a robotic arm potentially arriving as soon as 2027.
This is not what the HomeView on a robotic arm will look like
Apple's first-generation releases are often competent but gain significant improvements for the second generation. For the HomeView, the next version could get some big upgrades, including a robot arm.According to Mark Gurman's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg, Apple is planning
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Crime blotter: Man arrested for damage to Macau Apple Store
via appleinsider.comiPhone transaction leads to an armed robbery in Florida, an iPad is stolen from a museum in Vermont, and an iPhone catches a suspected carjacker in Baltimore, all in this week's Apple Crime Blotter.
The Londoner MacauThe latest in an occasional AppleInsider feature, looking at the world of Apple-related crime.
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Apple's M5 Pro MacBook Pro is back on sale for $2,069 this weekend
via appleinsider.comWeekend deals are in effect at Amazon, with Apple's M5 Pro MacBook Pro dropping to $2,069 after a $430 discount. You can also save up to $800 on M5 Max configurations.
Save $430 on Apple's M5 Pro MacBook Pro this weekend - Image credit: Apple
After selling out earlier this week, Amazon has brought back its popular $2,069.10 deal on Apple's M5 Pro 14-inch MacBook Pro. This configuration in Space Black has Apple's M5 Pro chip with a 15-core CPU and 16-core GPU, along with 24GB of unified memory an
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Apple nabs Meta VP for global litigation chief role
via appleinsider.comThe legal team at Apple has been reshuffled, with Meta VP Scott Tucker becoming the VP of global litigation and financial services at the iPhone maker.
Apple Park
Apple has already made a number of changes to its leadership in 2026, in part due to the introduction of John Ternus as CEO. However, in October, there was another change affecting its legal side.On Friday, Bloomberg reported that Apple had secured the talents of an executive from Meta. According to people familiar with the change, Sco
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Generative AI porn apps targeted in App Review Guidelines update
via appleinsider.comApple has updated the App Review Guidelines once more, in a crackdown on apps creating non-consensual adult imagery that are sold using bait-and-switch tactics to pass the review process.
The App Store prohibits nudification apps.While Apple has a fairly robust App Store Review process and guidelines to match, not everything that makes it through the examination does so legitimately. In some cases, developers use deceitful tactics to hide an app's true nature so it can get into the App Store, de
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AI nudify apps targeted in App Review Guidelines update
via appleinsider.comApple has updated the App Review Guidelines once more, in a crackdown on apps creating non-consensual adult imagery that are sold using bait-and-switch tactics to pass the review process.
The App Store prohibits nudification apps.While Apple has a fairly robust App Store Review process and guidelines to match, not everything that makes it through the examination does so legitimately. In some cases, developers use deceitful tactics to hide an app's true nature so it can get into the App Store, de
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Updated App Review Guidelines are now available
The App Review Guidelines have been revised to support new features, updated policies, and to provide clarification.App Review Guidelines
Before You Submit: Added links to additional documentation.1.2: Clarified app content and app types that are subject to this guideline, and potential Developer Code of Conduct violation for failing to implement appropriate safeguards or remediating violations after notice.
2.3.14: New guideline covering creative assets.
2.5.19: New guideline clarifies long-sta
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Strengthening App Review Guidelines against nonconsensual intimate imagery and bait-and-switch apps
The App Review Guidelines are a core part of the safe and trusted experience that the App Store strives to offer users around the world — and the foundation of that trust is clear standards that are consistently enforced. As outlined in our App Review Guidelines, pornographic material has long been prohibited on the App Store — this includes apps that generate nudity or sexually explicit imagery, such as “nudification” apps that create sexual
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iPhone Duo delivery dates stabilize on late January deliveries for all models
via appleinsider.comIf you missed out on getting your iPhone Duo Friday morning, you likely won't see yours show up until early 2027. At least is isn't getting worse anymore.
iPhone Duo dates slip into January
On Friday, Apple opened preorders for the iPhone Duo, its first foldable. Announced in September, the buzz following the event left little doubt that it would be an immediate hit.And that certainly seems to be the case. The iPhone Duo sold out almost immediately, with dates slipping into late November and ear
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Beats Pill x Pokemon review: peak portable audio with a splash of Pikachu's charm
via appleinsider.comIf you can find it, the Beats Pill featuring Pikachu and Mimikyu is a cute addition to anyone's collection, even if you already own the non-Pokemon one.
Beats Pill x Pokemon review
I've rolled my eyes at many brand collaborations, but one that never fails to attract my attention is Pokemon. Sure, it's the same Beats Pill under a coat of cute paint, but that's enough for the fans.The Beats Pill made in collaboration with Pokemon is adorable, but it doesn't add any flair to your portable music lis
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Finding a place for Apple HomeView on the AppleInsider Podcast
via appleinsider.comApple's 'Welcome Home' announcements revealed the Apple HomeView, updated Apple TV 4K, and HomePod mini 2. Your hosts discuss the new products and what they'll mean for Apple's smart home strategy.The Apple HomeView is the central smart hub to your Apple Home. It'll display photos, now-playing music, and host information shared from up to six user's iPhones.It's fairly priced at $299 and your hosts discuss exactly where they might fit in their home. Wesley imagines they could easily become the n
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Elevation Lab pulls its AirTag Silencer over stalking concerns, issues apology
via appleinsider.comElevation Lab has withdrawn its AirTag Silencer and apologized after acknowledging that permanently disabling the tracker's speaker could help people track victims without their knowledge.
Elevation Lab pulls AirTag Silencer over stalking concerns
Elevation Lab recently released a tool dubbed the AirTag Silencer. To use it, an AirTag owner could remove the battery, insert the AirTag into a jig, and use a hammer to drive a pin directly into the AirTag's speaker.The pin would permanently silence t
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Amazon cuts 2026 Apple TV 4K, HomeView prices with preorder deals
via appleinsider.comAmazon has issued 2026 Apple TV 4K and HomeView discounts today, despite the devices being announced mere days ago.
Grab preorder Apple TV 4K and HomeView deals - Image credit: Apple
You can grab a $10 preorder discount on the 2026 Apple TV 4K at Amazon, bringing the price down to $289.99 heading into the weekend. Although it's a small discount, it does put a few extra bucks back in your pocket if you were planning on purchasing the set-top box.Buy Apple TV 4K for $289.99
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Apple's iPhone anodization process lawsuit win is being appealed
via appleinsider.comApple won against Envirodigm in a trade secret lawsuit surrounding iPhone's anodization process, but an appeal has revived the case in the hopes of catching Apple in some wrongdoing.
iPhone 6 by iPhone 6s
A little-known lawsuit was brought against Apple in 2020 by Envirodigm alleging trade secret theft. The company said it had a meeting with Apple in August 2013, revealed a secret anodization process that could be used for iPhone, then Apple used that process from 2015 on without involving Envir
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Save up to $1,200 on Apple's iPhone Duo
via appleinsider.comWireless carriers are competing for your business with iPhone Duo incentives offering up to $1,200 in bill credits.
Get up to $1,200 off an iPhone Duo - Image credit: Apple
Apple's first foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo, is finally available for preorder, and wireless carriers AT&T and T-Mobile are already offering up to $1,200 off via bill credits.
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iPhone Duo sells out moments after pre-orders begin
via appleinsider.comAs expected, Apple's iPhone Duo has seen shipping slip back in most configurations instantly.
Apple's iPhone Duo is already on backorder.
Pre-orders for the iPhone Duo began at 8 A.M. Eastern and as with most new iPhones — but not all — the stocks sold out rapidly. With the first moments, shipping dates slipped back to November 16, and then to November 23, for all configurations.Apple never states how many devices it has made ready for sale on day one, but the shipping dates normally
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Preorders for the iPhone Duo are now live
via appleinsider.comWe have confirmed that Apple's first foldable iPhone is now available to preorder, with launch-day delivery dates expected to slip quickly.
iPhone Duo preorders have started
The Apple Store is back online, with preorders for the iPhone Duo now officially open. Apple once again is using a queue system and will open the order page when it has reached your spot in the queue.As it's done before, Apple opened a preorder configuration option ahead of the launch, allowing buyers to select their preferr
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Where to find the best free fonts for Mac without licensing headaches
via appleinsider.comThe best font websites for Mac offer thousands of free and commercial typefaces, but licensing and compatibility can complicate the search. Here's how to find reliable font repositories, download fonts, and install them on your Mac.Choose your style with fonts
Finding a good font isn't particularly difficult. The challenge is choosing a typeface that has the styles you need, works in your apps, and comes with a license that covers what you're making.Some repositories focus on free, open-source f
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Online Apple Store goes down ahead of iPhone Duo pre-orders
via appleinsider.comThe online version of the Apple Store has gone temporarily offline, all in preparation for the opening of pre-orders for the iPhone Duo, Apple's first-ever foldable iPhone.
Variations on this Apple Store notice are always posted right before a change such as opening pre-orders. Image credit: Apple.
Whenever Apple makes a small but important change to the online Apple Store, it takes the site down first. It's theatrics more than site maintenance, but it's obviously worth it to Apple despite how u
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How to manage your iPhone notifications on iOS 27
via appleinsider.comIf you're feeling overwhelmed with the amount of notifications you're receiving, you're hardly alone — that's why we're here to show you how to manage notifications on your iPhone.
How to manage notifications on iOS 27
For as great as the iPhone is, it can be pretty distracting when you think about it. According to a study done in 2024, the average person receives 146 notifications per day.And, the younger you are, the more notifications you receive. Those in Generation Z received about 18
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