An affordable iPad is launching soon, file sharing between Samsung and Apple via AirDrop is here, the iPhone Air is achieving record success, Claude can now fully handle your Mac tasks for you, Apple is launching the unified “Apple Business” platform, the Sora AI video creation app is being discontinued, Apple has full access to Gemini, and other exciting news on the sidelines…
Google: Android is now faster than iPhone at web browsing
Google announced that new Android phones have set a record for web browsing speed, making them faster compared to other platforms like iOS. This improvement comes thanks to deep integration between hardware, the operating system, and the Chrome browser. The phones excelled in tests like Speedometer, which measures responsiveness when tapping or scrolling, and LoadLine, which tests page load speeds. According to Google, Android phones achieve results up to 47% higher in LoadLine, with a year-over-year improvement of up to 60%, meaning 4-6% faster page loads and 6-9% better interactions.
Apple can create small AI models from Google’s Gemini
Apple now has full access to the “Gemini” AI model, allowing it to develop and customize it according to its needs. This access allows Apple to create smaller, simpler versions of the model that run directly on iPhones, iPads, and other devices without needing an internet connection. This method is called “distillation,” which simply means Apple takes the knowledge and skills from the large model and transfers them to smaller, cheaper, and faster models.
This way, the iPhone can offer advanced smart services easily and quickly. For example, the new Siri can answer questions, summarize texts, understand documents, tell stories, provide emotional support, and even help you book travel and complete other daily tasks, just like the most popular smart chatbots. Although Apple is currently relying on Gemini to develop the smart Siri version in iOS 27, its team is still working on developing its own AI models. However, Apple faces some challenges because the Gemini model is primarily designed for chat and programming, making it a bit of an effort to adapt it perfectly to Apple’s vision.
Apple adds over 100 new metrics to the App Store Connect tool
Apple has made a major update to App Store Connect, the tool used by app developers to track their apps’ performance on the App Store. Apple stated that this is the biggest update since the analytics section was launched in the tool.
The update includes over 100 new metrics that help developers better understand the performance of their apps and games, especially regarding in-app purchases and subscriptions. New features have also been added, such as analyzing user cohorts by download date, download source, or offer start date, comparing app performance with other similar apps, as well as new subscription reports and the ability to apply seven filters simultaneously to gain more accurate insights. There is also a new guide to help developers create a data-driven strategy to grow their business. App Store Connect can be accessed through a dedicated app on iPhone and iPad, or via the web.
macOS Tahoe 26.4 update adds a slow charger indicator for MacBooks
Apple has released a new update for macOS Tahoe 26.4 that includes a very useful feature for MacBook users. Now, when the charger you are using is slow and not providing the device with full power, a clear warning appears in orange text saying “Slow Charger” in the battery menu and in the battery settings as well. This warning helps you know that charging is taking longer than usual, and it is recommended to use a charger and cable that support the recommended wattage for your device model to charge faster.
The update also added another important feature called “Charging Limit,” which allows you to set a maximum battery charge percentage between 80% and 100%, helping to maintain battery health for longer.
OpenAI discontinues the Sora AI video creation app
OpenAI announced the discontinuation of the Sora AI video creation app just six months after its launch. The company thanked the users who created and shared their videos and said it would reveal more details soon about the shutdown date. It mentioned that discontinuing the app will allow resources to be freed up for developing newer AI models. Sora had achieved great popularity initially, but faced criticism due to fake videos, which led to restrictions that reduced its appeal.
The new Siri: Greater intelligence and an easier experience in iOS 27
Apple is preparing to launch a completely new and advanced version of “Siri,” which will transform into a standalone app that is as easy to use as popular AI programs. You will be able to talk to Siri or send her messages, and she will save your previous conversations to help you better. She will also appear in a new and attractive way on the iPhone screen to become more interactive. Siri will become smarter and more capable of accurately understanding what you need, such as summarizing files and searching the internet, and will be available within various apps to assist you at any time with complete ease. These amazing features are expected to be officially unveiled at Apple’s conference this coming June.
Apple launches the unified “Apple Business” platform to facilitate business management
Apple announced the launch of a new, free platform called (Apple Business), which brings together all the tools companies need to manage their devices and employees in one place and in a very easy way. This platform allows for setting up employee phones and computers for work right out of the box without any complexity. It also completely separates an employee’s personal files from work data on the same device to maintain privacy, in addition to providing email and shared calendar services to organize daily work smoothly.
Beyond internal organization, the platform helps companies reach customers better; it allows them to highlight their logo and information on Apple Maps, communicate with customers using the company’s official identity, and even display their logo when paying via iPhone. This useful service will be available for free starting April 14, making it easier for business owners to manage their companies and communicate with their customers without needing complex technical expertise.
Challenges in the design of the new iPhone
Apple is currently facing some technical challenges that prevent it from launching an iPhone with a completely full-screen display, as the process of hiding Face ID sensors under the screen is still difficult to implement. Consequently, it is expected that the company will settle for shrinking the size of the notch at the top of the screen in upcoming models instead of hiding it completely, meaning the shape we currently know will not see a radical change in the near future.
On the other hand, reports indicate that Apple is working on developing its first foldable iPhone, which is expected to be thin, have a comfortable size, and be priced appropriately for users. The company has high hopes for the success of this new phone upon its release, and it is expected to be unveiled along with the new iPhone 18 Pro series this coming fall, providing users with a variety of options that meet everyone’s expectations.
Claude AI completes your tasks on your Mac for you
Anthropic has released a new and amazing update for the Claude AI program, as it can now control your Mac to complete tasks on your behalf even when you are away from it. If you ask it to perform a specific task, the program will open files, use the browser, and click buttons just like a human would until the requested work is finished.
What is special about this feature is that you can send commands to the program via your iPhone, and return to find the task successfully completed, saving you a lot of time and effort in a safe and easy way.
iPhone Air steals the spotlight and achieves record sales
Recent studies indicate that the iPhone Air has achieved amazing success that exceeded all expectations, with its popularity reaching double that of previous models that carried the “Plus” name. It seems the secret to this great demand lies in its thin and very light design, which attracted many users, to the point that some preferred it over the more expensive “Pro” category. This great success has extended to many countries around the world such as Japan and South Korea, especially since the phone has proven highly capable in web browsing speed, making it the most suitable choice for those looking for elegance and powerful performance at the same time.
Miscellaneous News
◉ Poland announced a plan to impose a tax of up to 3% on digital service revenues, which is expected to affect Apple and other major US companies. The law aims to achieve fair competition between local and foreign companies, as the tax will be imposed on companies that generate more than one billion euros globally and more than 6.79 million dollars within Poland. This includes services such as the App Store, Apple Music, Apple TV+, and advertising. This measure comes after the European Union backed down from a similar digital tax.
◉ OpenAI has updated the ChatGPT app to focus more on helping you find and compare products rather than purchasing directly within the app, to provide you with more flexible and diverse options. You can now search for goods using images and compare famous brands easily, with major stores joining this service to make finding the best deals easier. This update is currently available to all users, whether you use the app on an iPhone or other devices, to ensure a smarter and simpler shopping experience.
◉ Apple has released a new update for various types of AirPods to improve their performance and address some technical issues to ensure a better listening experience. To install this update, all you have to do is place the earbuds in the charging case and connect them to power, ensuring they are near your iPhone which is connected to the internet. The update process will happen automatically within minutes, helping your earbuds work with higher efficiency and greater stability.
◉ Samsung announced a distinctive step that will make life easier for many, as owners of the “Galaxy S26” phones will be able, starting this week, to send photos and files directly to iPhones and Macs with super speed and simplicity. This new feature breaks the barrier between different types of phones; all you have to do is activate the “Share with Apple devices” option via AirDrop from your phone’s settings to start sharing what you want with your friends and family, making the process of transferring photos and memories easy and accessible to everyone without any complexity.
◉ On the occasion of the approaching 50th anniversary of Apple’s founding, a new and special book titled “Apple: The First Fifty Years” by author David Pogue has been released, and it is now available at a 30% discount on Amazon. This book takes you on an interesting journey that tells the company’s long history through stories and interviews with 150 of the most important people who contributed to building Apple and making it a leader in the world of technology. It is a great opportunity for anyone who wants to know the secrets of this global company’s success in a simple and fun way, priced at $34 with a 31% discount.
◉ Apple is preparing to launch a new and improved version of the affordable iPad (12th generation) before the end of this year, as it will receive a very powerful processor that makes it capable of running Apple’s latest AI technologies smoothly. Although the device’s external design will remain familiar and easy as we are accustomed to, it will provide greater speed and more intelligence to assist users in their daily tasks, making it an ideal choice for students and those looking for a practical and advanced device at an affordable price.
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