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Last updated: May 13, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

Mobile Ecosystem & Competition

Apple grew U.S. iPhone sales by 1.3% year-over-year in Q1 2026, according to Counterpoint Research data, bucking a broader decline in the domestic smartphone market. Concurrently, the company formally criticized proposed European Commission measures that would compel Google to open parts of Android to rival AI services, suggesting the rules risk undermining established security protocols. This regulatory friction comes as Apple quietly prepares new monetization avenues, evidenced by the recent rollout of a "Suggested Places" feature in Apple Maps, which serves as a precursor to anticipated advertising integration within the navigation application.