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iOS quietly cached incoming message previews even after Signal was deleted and disappearing messages were enabled — a gap now closed in iOS 26.4.2.
The game can also be launched on the Apple Vision Pro AR-headset
Availability on Android devices is still in question
The game offers to raise your own dragon and use it to conquer Westeros
The wallpapers were released by popular digital artist and designer Basic Apple Guy
Apple considered acquiring the developer of the Halide app — Lux Optics. This became known during a court case between its co-founders.
Apple has officially introduced a new update format—Background Security Improvement. It involves small interim security patches installed between full releases of the iOS, iPadOS, and macOS operating systems.
Apple has announced a reduction in commissions for developers in its App Store in China. The decision was made after negotiations with the Chinese regulator. The new rates will take effect on March 15.
NATO has approved the use of iPhone and iPad for handling classified information. Apple noted that the devices received certification without the need to install special software or change standard settings.
Snapchat announced the launch of paid subscriptions for creator profiles. The new feature will operate similarly to Instagram. The platform will allow creators to offer paid access to exclusive materials and additional privileges for subscribers.
Apple is preparing an update to the Podcasts app. The company has added support for its own HTTP Live Streaming (HLS) video streaming technology. Previously, the service played videos in MOV, MP4, and M4V formats, but is now moving to a more modern streaming standard.
Tesla CarPlay is expected to appear in the company's electric cars, but its launch is delayed due to low iOS 26 adoption and compatibility issues with Apple Maps. Bloomberg reports this.
Apple released update 26.3 for all major platforms — iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch. The updates do not include new features for a wide range of users, but many security-related aspects have been changed.
TikTok launched a separate app PineDrama, which is currently available in the US and Brazil. This is a free platform for watching short episodic series approximately one minute in duration. The content is adapted for vertical format and presented in the form of consecutive narrative scenes.
The company Mentra is preparing to enter the smart glasses market with the Mentra Live model. The device supports an open operating system with an SDK available for developers since the beginning of 2025. But the main innovation is its own MiniApp Store for applications, which is available on iOS and Android.
