OpenAI has completed its acquisition of io Products, the AI hardware design firm led by former Apple designer Jony Ive.


In May, Sam Altman and Jony Ive released a video announcing the upcoming partnership between Ive's AI startup, "io" and Altman's OpenAI. While the video was eventually removed when Ive's company name was challenged, the deal still continued, to the tune of

Now, on July 9, the Sam & Jony page on OpenAI has been updated to reflect the new partnership. It reads:


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The first upgrade to the Apple Vision Pro is still expected to arrive in 2025, with performance and comfort changes expected for the headset.


The Apple Vision Pro made a splash at launch, but hasn't really made as much of an impact as initially expected. While Apple may be a long way away from a full second-generation update, a tweaked version of what's already available could be on the way soon.

According to Bloomberg on Wednesday, Apple's first upgrade to the Apple Vision Pro is expected, potentially as soon as late 2025.


Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely


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Apple has approved SaruTobi's return to the App Store, featuring integrated Bitcoin Lightning payments for in-game extras.


SaruTobi, developed by Christian Moss and published by MandelDuck, is now available on the App Store with ZBD-powered Lightning Network payments. Players can spend small amounts of Bitcoin to buy power-ups or retries, while also earning tiny rewards known as "sats" through gameplay.

ZBD describes the new version as the first fully native Lightning integration in an iOS game. Players can complete Bitcoin transactions entirely within the app.


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Apple's MacBook Air M1 is $599 at Walmart, while Amazon, B&H, and Woot offer deals on the improved M2, M3, and M4 models.


The $599 M1 deal at Walmart is one of the lowest prices seen for any MacBook Air. This makes it especially appealing for students and budget-conscious shoppers.

The entry-level Apple Silicon model remains popular. It's favored for its slim fanless design, all-day battery life, and reliable 8-core CPU and 7-core GPU performance for everyday tasks.


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Mac users looking for an affordable monitor can pick up Samsung's 32-inch smart displays for as low as $299.99 with Prime Day deals.


The cheapest deal can be found on Samsung's M7 32-inch monitor, which is on sale for $299.99 at Amazon during day 2 of Prime Day. The 25% price drop is valid for a limited time only and units are in stock and ready to ship directly from Amazon.

Buy M7 for $299.99


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Apple TV+ will debut the fourth season of its Emmy-winning drama "The Morning Show" on September 17, 2025, promising viewers a new chapter filled with newsroom intrigue, big-name cast additions and timely questions about truth in a polarized world.


Apple confirmed the release date and a new teaser for the upcoming season. The 10-episode season will premiere globally with a weekly release schedule. The schedule will continue through November 19.

Returning stars include Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon, who also serve as executive producers. And, the cast is loaded with other Hollywood stars.


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In a less than earthshaking leak, a new report claims that the expected slimline iPhone 17 Air will be issued in four different colors — just like so many iPhone ranges before it.


Unless you're hanging on to an alpine green 2022 iPhone 13 Pro, having a colorful iPhone means having bought on of the regular models. Where the iPhone and iPhone Plus ranges get all the colors, the Pro ones rarely do.

So as the expected iPhone 17 Air is predicted to replace the iPhone 16 Pro at the lower end of the lineup, it is not shocking to hear that it will come in various colors. But leaker Majin Bu claims to know what those colors are, and has now shown an image purporting to be them.


Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely


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The iPhone 17 Air may use an A19 Pro chip when it is launched, as leakers continue to issue conflicting rumors about what Apple will use this time around.


Apple's current chip strategy for the iPhone lineup is to include a Pro version of a chip in its Pro models, and a lesser-powered non-Pro variant in its standard versions. For the iPhone 17 Air, it may go down a different path.

According to serial leaker Fixed Focus Digital in a Weibo post, the iPhone 17 will be the only model to have the A19 chip. It will also be the model with the least memory at 8GB.


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Apple is laying the groundwork to let stores update macOS on sealed Macs wirelessly before sale, mirroring a system it already uses for iPhones.


With macOS 26, codenamed Tahoe, Apple's latest beta includes signs of work on a retail system for updating Macs in their boxes. The system would resemble Apple's "Presto" technology, which enables Apple Stores to update iPhones still sealed in their retail packaging.

That approach ensures devices are on the latest iOS version before they reach buyers. It reduces headaches such as forced day-one updates.


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Apple's new M4 iMac is available for $1,149 on Amazon for Prime Day, offering a colorful all-in-one desktop with powerful Apple Silicon performance for less.


Apple's 2024 iMac with the M4 chip delivers an upgraded all-in-one experience perfect for home offices, creative work, and everyday tasks. Now discounted from $1,299 to $1,149 during Prime Day 2025, it combines sleek design with a vivid 24-inch 4.5K Retina display that supports over a billion colors.

Save $150 on Amazon


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The Federal Trade Commission's so-called "Click to Cancel" rule that would have required single-click subscription cancellation everywhere like it is on the App Store now has been killed off, after a U.S. Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals ruling.


The rule, which would force companies to make it clear and simple for users to cancel subscriptions and services, would've made lives easier for consumers across the United States. However, the ruling by the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals effectively leaves the rule ineffectual.

While the rule was finalized in October 2024, the implementation of the rule was delayed until July 14. However, that is no longer a possibility following the ruling.


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Ikea is making big changes to its smart home lineup, introducing 20 new devices supporting Matter-over-Thread that will work with HomeKit without needing an intermediary hub.


Homeowners wanting smart home devices have often turned to Ikea for their connected floor lamps and speakers. However, while useful, most of the hardware requires intermediary devices like the Dirigera hub to work with Apple HomeKit.

The furniture producer intends to go big on smart home tech, and to also simplify connectivity at the same time. Speaking to The Verge, Ikea's David Granath said that Ikea is going to be adding considerably to its smart home lineup.


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In July of 1997, five months after Apple bought NeXT and brought him back into the fold, Steve Jobs became Apple's de facto interim CEO, kicking off the most successful comeback by an executive in the history of American business.


The departure and return of Steve Jobs from Apple is as central to Apple history as just about anything else. It's been pored over in numerous books, two different feature films, more than one documentary, and rather more than a few articles.

Both his exit and his coming back got ugly at times, too, but things happening the way they did helped make the many subsequent Apple triumphs possible.


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The Apple Account Card may be spreading to more countries than first thought, with another seven countries in Europe earmarked for the financial feature.


The Apple Account Card in Apple Wallet is a facility where users can deposit funds that can be spent on Apple Services and products. While it is available in the United States and a few other countries, it seems like the feature will be expanding into more countries in the future.

According to backend changes spotted by MacRumors, the Apple Account Card will be coming to more regions in Europe:


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Apple TV+ is reportedly looking to expand its sports coverage with a bid for the rights to F1 motor racing, specifically following the success of its Brad Pitt movie.


If you thought Apple's constant promotion of F1 would end after the film leaves theaters and starts streaming, you might be wrong. According to the Financial Times, Apple is in talks to acquire the US rights to screen F1, once the organizers' current broadcast contract ends in 2026.

Apple tends to try buying worldwide rights to programming, but that doesn't appear to be possible this time. At present, Disney-owned EPSN has the US rights, and it's that contract which is due to expire.


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Shoppers can save up to 53% on Beats headphones and earbuds with Amazon's current Prime Day deals, offering big discounts on popular wireless models.


Amazon is featuring a wide range of Beats products at steep discounts during Prime Day, making it a strong opportunity for buyers looking to upgrade their listening experience without paying full price. These limited-time deals include on-ear, over-ear, and true wireless options, with savings of up to half off the regular list price.

Save up to 53% on Beats


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Audio recordings are a convenient feature in iMessage that can potentially lead to embarrassing message misfires. Here's how to take control of audio recordings in the app.


Messages is a great app for short text messages and iMessages. It also has a built-in dictation feature in the keyboard, or you can hit the microphone icon in the message composing field for those who want to speak a message and send it out.

It even works with RCS messaging for better communication across platforms.


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The Eero Max 7 can easily blanket your home with extremely high-speed mesh Wi-Fi 7 and provide routing duties for a 10-gigabit wired network, but at this price, you should wait for sales before going nuts.


Home Wi-Fi is a lesser thought-about area of computing. People care more about whether their ISP-supplied router can cover enough of their home to do a good job than fixing it by buying more Wi-Fi access points.

Those who do go for the do-it-yourself approach also care more about coverage than capability. This is fine for small households with more modest bandwidth needs, but for larger families and power users, other factors become important and make the Wi-Fi upgrade more expensive.


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The Apple Support app could soon gain a ChatGPT-style AI assistant, which could be powered by Apple Intelligenceor third-party AI, as a new report claims there's evidence of the feature in Apple code.


As its name implies, the Apple Support application is designed to assist customers. It displays the company's official store hours, details regarding accessibility at the location, and the specialty services offered, among other things.

The official Support app from Apple has received multiple updates over the years, and it looks like it's set to gain yet another feature. According to MacRumors, the iPhone maker has plans to debut a new "Support Assistant" powered by generative AI.


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The legendary Apple design team hasn't had much luck holding onto leadership since Jony Ive left, and with COO Jeff Williams retiring, the leadership role will shift to CEO Tim Cook.


Those keeping score at home will know that Apple CEO Tim Cook is an excellent industry supply chain strategist that launched Apple into what it is today. Cook isn't exactly known for his merits in industrial or software design, if he has any to claim.

However, it doesn't matter because by the end of 2025, the design team at Apple will be reporting directly to Tim Cook. The COO Jeff Williams, who is currently overseeing the design team, will be retiring later in 2025.


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Jeff Williams has been Apple's Chief Operating Officer since 2010, but he's begun his retirement process and will be passing the reins to Sabih Khan.


Rumors have been swirling about the potential replacement plan for Apple's executives, namely the CEO, and one of the names that always cropped up was COO Jeff Williams. He's been considered basically identical to Apple CEO Tim Cook in terms of goals and leadership style, though with Tuesday's news, it seems he's no longer in the running.

According to a press release from Apple, COO Jeff Williams will step down and transition his role to Sabih Khan later in July. He will remain with Apple and report directly to Apple CEO Tim Cook while overseeing the design team until his retirement later in the year.


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Apple's AirPods Max blend luxury sound, pro-level noise cancellation, and stunning design — all now at a discounted price of $399 for Prime members while supplies last.


Save $150: Get AirPods Max for $399 with Amazon's Prime Day deal.

AirPods Max over-ear wireless headphones offer one of the most immersive listening experiences you can buy. They feature Apple's dynamic drivers, advanced noise cancellation, and personalized spatial audio.


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Apple users looking to expand their workspace can save time and hassle with these top-rated Thunderbolt docks and USB-C drive enclosures currently available on Amazon.


Modern MacBooks and desktops often have limited ports, making a good dock or hub essential for connecting monitors, storage, and accessories. High-capacity enclosures add easy access to large libraries of photos, videos, or backups without complicated setups.

These Amazon picks range from budget-friendly hubs to advanced multi-bay storage. They are appealing to students, creative pros, and anyone needing a cleaner, more connected desk.


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Apple's Mac shipments are continuing to grow faster than the rest of the PC market, a report claims, as retailers prepare for an influx of tariff costs.


In a report from IDC on Tuesday, global PC shipments in the second quarter of 2025 grew 6.5 percent year-over-year. The growth means there was a total volume of 68.4 million shipments globally in the quarter.

However, while most major PC companies saw some improvement, Apple seemingly gained the most. The figures for the top five PC vendors in terms of worldwide PC shipments puts Apple in fourth place with 6.2 million shipments in Q2 2025. This gives it a 9.1% market share.


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