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In this issue

TikTok, Instagram, and Reddit are evolving from engagement hubs into powerful search tools. This transformation, driven by changing consumer behaviors and technological advancements, redefines how users discover information, products, and brands. With the rise of AI and platforms like X, it’s clear that Google’s time at the top could soon be up.

XAI HOLDINGS PURSUES $20 BILLION TO REDEFINE AI AND SOCIAL MEDIA

Elon Musk’s XAI Holdings, a bold fusion of his artificial intelligence venture xAI and social media platform X, is negotiating to raise $20 billion in a funding round that could value the company at over $120 billion, according to a report published this week.

4 mins

MICROSOFT URGES U.S.TO KEEP PACE WITH CHINA IN QUANTUM COMPUTING RACE

Microsoft President Brad Smith issued an urgent call this week, warning that the United States risks losing its edge to China in the race to develop quantum computers, a technology poised to reshape industries from cybersecurity to pharmaceuticals.

4 mins

FACEBOOK PARENT META LAUNCHES STANDALONE AI ASSISTANT APP

Meta Platforms has released a standalone Meta AI app, intensifying competition with OpenAl’s ChatGPT and Google's Gemini, as announced this week.

3 mins

WHATSAPP ADOPTS APPLE'S PRIVATE CLOUD COMPUTE MODEL FOR AI PRIVACY

Meta's WhatsApp has introduced a new system called Private Processing to enable AI features while preserving user privacy, mirroring Apple's Private Cloud Compute approach, as announced this week.

2 mins

Social Search

THE NEW HABITS RESHAPING THE FUTURE OF THE INTERNET

5 mins

CHATGPT SEARCH INTRODUCES AI-POWERED SHOPPING FEATURES

OpenAI has launched an update to ChatGPT Search, introducing AI-powered shopping features that enable users to find and purchase products through conversational queries, as announced this week.

3 mins

ALIBABA UNVEILS QWEN 3 AI TO COMPETE IN CHINA'S TECH RACE

Alibaba Group has released Qwen 3, an upgraded version of its flagship artificial intelligence model, this week, featuring advanced capabilities to bolster its standing in China's competitive AI landscape.

2 mins

APPLE INTRODUCES SNAPSHOT TO HIGHLIGHT ARTISTS, ACTORS, AND ATHLETES

Apple has launched Snapshot, a new webpage designed to help users explore the work of popular artists, actors, and athletes across its media platforms, as announced this week.

2 mins

ALABAMA SUES TIKTOK AND BYTEDANCE OVER DECEPTIVE YOUTH SAFETY CLAIMS

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced a lawsuit against TikTok Inc. and its parent company, ByteDance Inc., this week, accusing them of misleading parents about the platform's safety for children and exploiting young users with harmful content.

3 mins

SECONDHAND SMARTPHONES GAIN POPULARITY AS PRICES SOAR

The market for secondhand smartphones is experiencing a surge in demand as new device prices climb, driven by global supply chain challenges, according to a recent report from CCS Insight, a U.K.-based tech research firm.

4 mins

IPHONE 18 MEMORY UPGRADE TO ENHANCE APPLE INTELLIGENCE

Apple plans to introduce a significant memory bandwidth upgrade for the iPhone 18 series, set for release in 2026, incorporating 6-channel LPDDR5X memory to improve performance for Apple Intelligence features, according to a supply chain leak reported this week.

2 mins

AMAZON LAUNCHES FIRST PROJECT KUIPER SATELLITES TO RIVAL SPACEX'S STARLINK

Amazon successfully deployed its first 27 Project Kuiper internet satellites into low Earth orbit this week, marking the initial step in building a broadband network to compete with SpaceX's Starlink, according to a report from Cape Canaveral, Florida.

3 mins

APPLE SUPPLIER WARNS OF EMPTY SHELVES IN U.S.DUE TO TARIFF UNCERTAINTY

Pegatron, a major supplier to Apple, has warned that U.S. stores could face empty shelves within two months due to uncertainty surrounding tariffs imposed by the Trump administration, according to a statement reported this week.

3 mins

TOYOTA AND WAYMO COLLABORATE ON AUTONOMOUS DRIVING TECHNOLOGY

Toyota Motor Corporation has signed a preliminary agreement with Waymo, a U.S. leader in autonomous driving technology, to explore joint development of self-driving car systems, as announced this week.

2 mins

TATA PLANT STARTS IPHONE PRODUCTION AS APPLE SHIFTS FROM CHINA

Tata Electronics has launched iPhone production at a new facility in Hosur, Tamil Nadu, marking a significant step in Apple’s strategy to diversify manufacturing away from China, where U.S. tariffs have disrupted operations.

4 mins

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AppleMagazine Description:

Publisher: Mindfield-Digital

Category: Technology

Language: English

Frequency: Weekly

AppleMagazine is a weekly magazine published by Media & News United States. It was first published in October 2011 and is dedicated to covering all things Apple.

The magazine is aimed at Apple fans and enthusiasts of all levels, from beginners to experienced users. It is a popular resource for anyone who wants to stay up-to-date on the latest Apple news and developments.

Here are some of the things you can expect to find in AppleMagazine:

* Breaking news and reviews of the latest Apple products

* In-depth coverage of Apple's software and services, such as iOS, macOS, and iCloud

* Interviews with Apple executives and employees, so you can get the inside scoop on what's going on at Apple

* Commentary and analysis on Apple's business and strategy, from experts in the field

* Features on Apple's history and culture, so you can learn more about the company and the people who make it tick

AppleMagazine is the perfect resource for anyone who loves Apple. Subscribe today and start living your best Apple life!