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    The App Store at 15: Revolutionizing Software and Empowering Creators

    July 12, 2025 / 9:30 AMJuly 11, 2025

    When the App Store launched, it offered just 500 apps, a modest start compared to today’s vast catalog of over 1.8 million. Early apps like Super Monkey Ball and eBay…

    A soccer ball hits the net inside a stadium at night, featured on the cover of Apple Magazine. Headlines highlight MacBook Neo sales, ChatGPT app growth, and the expansion of Apple’s global sports streaming.
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    iOS 26 Adaptive Time Makes the Lock Screen Feel Alive

    A sleek, black, futuristic virtual reality headset with a smooth, curved design and reflective surface—perfect for exploring the latest Betas—viewed from the front against a white background.

    Vision Pro Makes Shared Spatial Experiences Personal

    HomePod Mini 2 in a modern living room setup, showcasing its compact design and new colors.

    Siri Extensions Turn Developers Into Apple’s AI Battleground

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    Mac Students Shows Where Great Ideas Start

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    The Studio Awards Surge Gives Apple TV a Comedy Milestone

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    RCS Encryption Makes iPhone-Android Chats Safer

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