Market researcher Canalys expects iPhone shipments to climb to 14.2 million units in 2025, from 11.8 million last year, while Counterpoint Research has projected an 18-19% dispatch growth, to capture around 8% market share in the Indian smartphone market by year-end. The iPhone 17 series, launched late on Tuesday, is seen as a key driver for Apple’s sales trajectory in India, its fastest-growing market globally, for the next two years.
Apple and Google are deepening their collaboration, integrating Google's Gemini model into Siri's upcoming AI overhaul, slated for spring 2026. This partnership, building on their existing $20 billion search deal, aims to enhance Siri's capabilities to compete with AI services like ChatGPT. Google secured the deal with favorable financial terms, despite Apple's initial preference for Anthropic's Claude AI.
Ample Group is set to boost its offline presence. The company will invest INR 75-100 crore. Expansion plans include Imagine, Bose, Asics, Under Armour, and Lego stores. Ample Group aims to add new stores in the next three years. The group anticipates significant growth. It targets INR 2,200 crore revenue this fiscal year.
DailyObjects is significantly expanding its offline presence, aiming for 350 outlets by FY26, with Apple Premium Reseller stores as a key component. The brand anticipates offline sales to constitute 50% of its revenue this financial year. DailyObjects plans to open 15 exclusive brand-owned stores this year and is focusing on design-led positioning to differentiate itself in the premium accessory market.
Meta's Superintelligence Lab is developing Llama 4.X, potentially launching by year-end, aiming to surpass earlier Llama 4 models criticized for underperformance. The team, internally known as TBD, is addressing bugs in the previous version while striving for a significant leap in AI capabilities. Despite high-profile hires, the lab has faced internal challenges and staff departures.
Apple and Samsung have reportedly initiated legal action against Xiaomi in India over advertisements that allegedly disparage their products. These ads directly compared Xiaomi's offerings to Apple's iPhones and Samsung's smartphones and televisions, questioning their value and technology.
Apple and Samsung resorting to legal action reflects intense competition for customer share in the world's second-largest smartphone market. Xiaomi, known mainly for its affordable devices, has been seeking to gain a foothold in the lucrative premium segment.
A German court has ruled against Apple's claim of carbon neutrality for its Apple Watch. The court upheld a complaint from Deutsche Umwelthilfe. The ruling states that Apple misled consumers with its advertising. Apple's eucalyptus tree project in Paraguay faced scrutiny. Concerns were raised about lease security and ecological impact.
Apple is set to launch a major iPhone redesign strategy, starting with the iPhone Air in 2025, prioritising thinness and portability. A foldable iPhone, code-named V68, is expected in 2026, featuring a book-style design and advanced camera system. The redesign concludes in 2027 with the "iPhone 20," showcasing curved glass edges and a new iOS interface.
Apple recently approached Alphabet's Google to develop a custom AI model to power a redesigned Siri next year, the report said.
AI latest regulations 2025: Tech giants like OpenAI, Meta, and Google are actively lobbying against state-level AI regulations. These companies aim to shift regulatory focus from AI development to its usage, fearing that diverse state laws will hinder innovation and growth. They are pushing for a federal framework that preempts state rules, influencing both the White House and Congress.
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