One plug and done: EU to require common way to charge phones

The new rules start in 2024 and will only require people to have a USB Type-C cable to charge electronic devices, including cell phones, tablets, e-readers, and digital cameras.

Parents sue Apple alleging Amber Alert sound damaged son's hearing

Parents from Texas are suing Apple for negligence after their son experienced permanent hearing loss allegedly caused by a loud Amber Alert notification on his AirPods.

The end of iPods: What you should know as Apple discontinues the iconic line of music players

It was a product that some say helped revive Apple's fortunes, and now, over 20 years since its launch, officials with Apple have discontinued the last product that carries the 'iPod' moniker. Here's what you should know about the once-iconic music player.

Apple, Google, Microsoft announce support for passwordless sign-ins

Forget passwords. A new, faster and more secure sign-in method is expected to be available across major tech platforms over the course of the coming year.

European Union moves forward in antitrust case against Apple

The European Union says Apple limiting access to its mobile payment system Apple Pay “has an exclusionary effect on competitors” and gives customers fewer choices for mobile wallets on iPhones.

Apple will now let you buy parts to fix your own iPhone

Apple’s Self Service Repair Store lets customers buy parts and tools to fix their own iPhones amid a growing "right to repair" movement.

Apple's App Store to remove outdated apps

Developers will have 30 days to submit an update to keep their apps on the App Store

Atlanta Apple Store employees file for union election

Employees at an Atlanta Apple Store have filed for a union election - with over 70% of the location's 100-plus eligible workers signing union authorization cards.

Apple Maps, iTunes and other apps back online after outage

Apple reported several outages with multiple of its apps Monday including App Store, Apple Music and Apple TV+.

Former employee charged with defrauding Apple of $10 million

The former Apple employee defrauded the tech giant out of more than $10 million by taking kickbacks, stealing equipment and laundering money, authorities said.

AirTag stalking: Apple cracking down on unwanted tracking

While Apple acknowledged that incidents of AirTag misuse are "rare," the company has been working with law enforcement to track down and charge perpetrators who engage in unwanted tracking.

iPhone Face ID with mask option now available for some with latest Apple update

The function identifies the top portion of a user’s face in order to unlock a device, making it potentially less secure which is why Apple is allowing consumers to opt-in or out to use it.

Apple AirTag: Police warn of unwanted tracking after device found on car in Montgomery County

Police in Montgomery County are investigating a suspicious incident after they say an Apple AirTag was found on someone's car. They also reported a suspicious vehicle outside their home after receiving a notification that they were being tracked.