Apple unveils Siri AI at WWDC 2024, showcasing advancements but revealing limitations compared to competitors’ AI. Impact on Apple’s market dominance is uncertain.
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German ruling declares Google liable for false answers in AI Overviews
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FCC wants to kill burner phones by forcing telecoms to get all customers’ IDs
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WWDC 2026: Apple is Folding
Apple reveals a foldable iPhone, the Ultra, during WWDC 2026, signaling a new device form factor and updated developer tools for flexible screens.
