Italy slaps $115 million fine on Apple
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Apple hasn't updated the Apple TV 4K since 2022, and 2025 was supposed to be the year that we got a refresh. There were rumors suggesting Apple would release the new Apple TV before the end of 2025, but it looks like that's not going to happen now.
Apple was hit with a $115 million fine Monday after Italy’s competition authority alleged the tech giant was abusing its dominant position to harm third-party developers in its App Store.
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Apple TV+ has decided not to move forward with its latest plane crash drama, ending the series after just one season. The Alaska-set thriller The Last Frontier has been canceled following the conclusion of its first season and will not continue beyond its initial 10-episode run.
News reports indicate Apple is going to license Alphabet's Gemini AI model to power its Siri voice assistant at a cost of $1 billion annually. This would be a win for Alphabet, whose stock has been a boon for shareholders as the share price soared nearly 60% in 2025 through Dec. 18. In that time, Apple stock was up about 9%.
So, if you are looking for a smartwatch with a bright, always-on Retina display, numerous health and safety features, and long-lasting battery life, the Apple Watch Series 11 Smartwatch, available today at $299, down from $399, is likely an attractive option compared to older models.
Apple has started offering free two-hour delivery on eligible, in-stock products for those who still need to do some last-minute gift shopping. The two-hour delivery upgrade is available through December 24 in most metro areas of the U.