Apple to use Google's AI model to run new Siri

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Apple is planning to use a custom version of Google Gemini for Apple Intelligence
Apple will pay Google around $1 billion every year to help power AI features inside Siri, according to a report from Bloomberg.

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Apple's New Siri Will Be Powered By Google Gemini
Apple Nears $1 Billion-a Year Deal to Use Google AI for Siri

iOS, Apple and iPhone

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Apple iOS 26.1 New iPhone Software: Should You Upgrade?
Apple’s latest iPhone software is iOS 26. Released in mid-September, it was followed by a small bug-fix update in the form of iOS 26.0.1. Now, there’s the first major update, with new features as well as bug fixes — though there are dozens of security issues addressed here, too.

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Apple Shares iOS 26.1 Release Notes — Here's What's New
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iOS 26.1 Draining Your iPhone's Battery? Apple Says It's Normal

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Apple Reportedly Prepping MacBook That's 'Well Under $1,000'
Apple is looking to do battle with Chromebooks and lower-cost Windows PCs via a MacBook that runs the iPhone's A-series processor and features a smaller display, Bloomberg reports.

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What to expect from Apple's 'cheap' MacBook in 2026 (and how it'll compete with Chromebooks)
Apple is reportedly working on a cheaper Mac laptop with an iPhone chip

WhatsApp launches Apple Watch app

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WhatsApp arrives on Apple Watch - here's which models get it
ZDNET's key takeaways WhatsApp arrives on Apple Watch.WhatsApp is only available on select models.Audio messages are limited. One of the most popular messaging apps is making its way onto the Apple Watch.

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WhatsApp Comes to Apple Watch for Chats, Voice Messages and Call Notifications
WhatsApp Debuts Apple Watch App With Voice Messages, Other Features

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Apple Quietly Sells Off Its Watch SE 3, Now Priced Like a No-Name Basic Smartwatch on Amazon

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