If it wasn't for the EU, would Apple have stuck with the lightning connector port until they completely phased out ports on its smartphones? Why the iPhone 15 Pro may see a price increase when it gets announced at next week's Apple event. Plus, is Apple developing a low-cost MacBook to compete in the Chromebook market? 


Apple is set to embrace an iPhone charger change it didn't want.
iPhone 15 Pro: 'Major price hike' coming for these two reasons.
Apple to launch 'low-cost' MacBook series next year to rival Chromebooks.
Apple and Microsoft fight Brussels over 'gatekeeper' label for iMessage and Bing.
Apple details reasons to abandon CSAM-scanning tool, more controversy ensues.
Apple launches new "Apps by Apple" page.
How to set up recurring Apple Pay Cash payments in iOS 17. 



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