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Last updated: July 17, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

Apple's Market Dominance and Legal Battles

Apple regained its title as the world's most valuable publicly traded company, briefly surpassing Nvidia. The tech giant is also reportedly in early settlement discussions with the US Justice Department regarding its 2024 antitrust suit concerning the iPhone. Despite these legal challenges, Apple's customer base remains exceptionally sticky, with existing iPhone owners showing little inclination to switch to Android.

iOS 27 and App Store Scrutiny

Discussions are ongoing regarding the iOS 27 Public Beta, with developers weighing the pros and cons of installing it on main devices. For those who have already upgraded, instructions are available on how to downgrade from iOS 27 Beta to iOS 26 if stability or usability issues arise. Meanwhile, a San Francisco City Attorney has issued cease-and-desist letters to both Apple and Google, demanding the removal of 13 AI "face-swap" apps capable of generating nonconsensual nude images, a move that about app content. In Brazil, an investigation uncovered dozens of apps on the App Store that as simple games and utilities.

Apple Services and Future Hardware

Recent price increases for Apple Music and two Apple One tiers are being evaluated for their continued value proposition. the next generation of iPhones, potentially dubbed "iPhone XX," is expected to bring significant changes next year, according to The Mac Rumors Show podcast. Apple's Car Keys feature is also expanding, with support expected for future GWM Tank SUVs, indicating a broader integration of Apple's ecosystem into the automotive sector. In Japan, Apple has increased prices for its iPhone models, following similar hikes on Macs and iPads globally.

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