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Apple opens Siri AI to all developers: Here’s what you need to know
Apple has launched a Developer Preview of Siri AI for developers across multiple operating systems. This integration facilitates enhanced user interactions, allowing apps to utilize features like App Intents for task management and app skills for managing complex tasks. However, Siri AI remains unavailable in the European Union due to regulatory obligations, and its usage is restricted to individuals over 13 years old.
iOS 27.2 is out: Here's what new features iOS 27.2 bring to Siri and other Apple devices
Apple unveiled iOS 27.2, introducing impressive Siri enhancements such as memory features that allow the assistant to remember past dialogues. Users can now selectively copy parts of Siri’s responses and restrict certain apps from interacting with Siri. Additionally, the update boosts the Messages and Photos apps with improved contextual suggestions and AI-powered image recognition, enriching the overall user experience across multiple Apple platforms.
Apple Watch Ultra 4 review: Who really needs to upgrade?
The Apple Watch Ultra 4 is a meaningful upgrade mainly for users coming from older Apple Watches or the original Ultra, offering better battery life, a redesigned sensor system, brighter 3,000-nit display, new health features and the S11 chip. However, Ultra 2 and Ultra 3 owners have little reason to rush, as many core features remain similar and software support continues.
Apple Pay lands in India; Google executive on AI's next big hurdle
Apple Pay has finally arrived in India, giving iPhone users a new way to make payments. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
Apple Pay launches in India: Here's everything you need to know
In an exciting development, Apple has rolled out its payment service, Apple Pay, in India through a collaboration with Axis Bank. Users holding Axis Bank cards can easily enact contactless transactions. The process of adding cards is straightforward with the Wallet app or the Axis Bank app, with no need for PINs or OTPs.
Apple Pay launches in India: iPhone XR and later supported, Apple Pay VP Jennifer Bailey on why now
Apple Pay has finally launched in India, more than a decade after its US debut. The service is initially available on iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch for eligible Axis Bank Visa and Mastercard credit cards, allowing users to make contactless payments and pay on apps and websites. Apple says it views Apple Pay as complementary to UPI, while highlighting convenience, privacy and security as key features.
Dish TV hopes for a turnaround aided by smart TV VZY, e-Com solutions and content hub
Dish TV is launching new initiatives like VZY smart TV and ShopZop e-commerce to address subscription losses. The company's Watcho content platform shows early signs of traction and growth. Dish TV aims to recover and grow by integrating DTH and OTT services. This repositioning is a response to declining pay-DTH subscribers and rising OTT platforms. The company seeks to lead the industry's shift from set-top boxes to smart screens.
From iPhone Duo to AirPods 5: Everything Apple launched at its September event, with India, US prices, specs & more
Apple launched its first foldable iPhone Duo and the iPhone 18 Pro models. The new Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 also debuted with advanced features. AirPods 5 were introduced with active noise cancellation and improved audio. Indian pricing for these devices ranges from Rs 14,900 to Rs 2,99,900. Availability in India for most products begins in September and October.
Apple Watch Ultra 4 Introduced with new Health Features - Priced at ₹1,09,900
Today, Apple launched the Watch Ultra 4 with a starting price of ₹109,900. This robust device showcases a revamped health sensing system alongside the innovative custom S11 chip. Notably, it boasts improved battery life in all modes of use. Pre-orders are now live, with units set to hit stores on September 18. The watch operates on watchOS 27, featuring Apple Intelligence for superior performance.
Apple iPhone 18 event today: How to watch iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max, iPhone Ultra and everything expected
Apple’s “Surprise and shine” event is scheduled for September 9 at 10:30 pm IST, with the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max and the company’s first foldable iPhone among the expected announcements. Indian viewers can watch the keynote live through Apple’s website and Apple TV app, while Apple’s developer site also lists YouTube Live as a viewing option.
Apple explains why watchOS 27 drops support for Apple Watch series 6, 7, 8 and Ultra
Apple is ending support for five older Apple Watch models with watchOS 27, citing performance needs for new AI-powered features and an enhanced Siri. Devices like the Series 6 and original Ultra won't get the latest software, though they'll receive security updates. This move prioritises a seamless, intelligent Siri experience across devices, with the update expected this fall.
Apple Watch Series 11 to debut next week — here’s the upgrade fans can’t stop talking about
Apple is getting ready to release Watch Series 11, launching alongside watchOS 26, promising significant health and fitness advancements. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the Health app, code-named Project Mulberry, offers actionable insights and features AI health coaches. Beta users report explored with Workout Buddy, reflecting Apple’s push toward extensive wellness tracking. Combined with design enhancements, more battery life, and the A19 Pro chip, the Series 11 focuses to offer improved performance, smarter health analytics, and better user customizable experience.
watchOS 26 is here - Apple watch is now even smarter
Apple has revealed watchOS 26. It brings a new Liquid Glass design and updates to several features. Fitness gets smarter with Workout Buddy, offering personalized motivation. Everyday use is simpler with Smart Stack hints and improved Messages. A new wrist flick dismisses notifications quickly. The update includes a redesigned Workout app and enhanced accessibility features.
Dish TV Watcho partners with Cloud Walker; targets smart TVs to expand subscriber base
Dish TV's OTT platform Watcho has partnered with Cloud Walker's Cloud TV OS to provide its content library on smart TVs, reaching over 18 million users. This integration simplifies access with a single login and offers exclusive entertainment bundles, allowing users to enjoy a variety of premium content across multiple screens instantly.
Apple releases watchos 10.3 update: Here are new features and how to download
Apple has rolled out watchOS 10.3 update, featuring a new Unity Bloom watch face to celebrate Black History month. The update includes security fixes for various issues, such as arbitrary code execution and access to sensitive user data. Apple Watch Series 4 and later models can now benefit from improved memory handling, constant-time computation in cryptographic functions, and redaction of sensitive information.
Dish TV's Watcho hits 3 million paid subscriber base
Dish TV's OTT aggregator platform has amassed one million subscribers in recent months to take the total count of paid subscribers above three million. Watcho offers bundled packages of leading OTT platforms under a single subscription along with its exclusive content under ‘Watcho Exclusives’.
New interface, mind space & every upcoming feature for Apple watchOS 10
Here’s what you can expect from Apple’s soon-to-be launched watchOS10.
What's new with watchOS 10? Apple Watch gets redesigned apps, new Smart Stack and watch faces
For those who love to hike, the new watchOs comes with Compass Waypoints and Maps capabilities as well.
WWDC 2022: watchOS 9 launched with enhanced health tracking & new watch faces
The new features of watchOS 9 will make Apple Watch the most advanced wearable tech.
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