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    EU Tech Regulation Creates a Costly Split for Apple

    July 18, 2026 / 10:34 AMJuly 17, 2026

    EU tech regulation is changing Apple devices, delaying feature adoption and raising new questions around competition, privacy, security and government control.

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    AirPods Features in iOS 27 Bring Real Sound Control

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    Apple Watch Timers Make Daily Routines Easier to Manage

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    Home App Camera Recording Gives Users More Control

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    Brothers Brings McConaughey and Harrelson to Apple TV

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    iCloud Calendar Public Links Make Sharing Simple

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    iPhone to Android Gets Easier With Android 17

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