9to5Mac Daily Apple’s EU battle continues
Jul 7, 2025
Apple is in the spotlight as it appeals a €500 million fine from the EU over regulatory issues. They’re also exploring a bold move to develop a competitor to AWS, leveraging their advanced chip technology. Meanwhile, watchOS 26 introduces innovative features, including alerts for battery issues, while iOS 26 surprises with a FaceTime function that pauses calls if nudity is detected. These advancements highlight Apple’s ongoing commitment to user safety and privacy.
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Apple's Project ACDC Insight
- Apple considered launching its own developer cloud service called Project ACDC using Apple Silicon chips.
- This could compete with AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud by offering cheaper, more efficient AI workload hosting.
Apple Appeals EU Digital Markets Fine
- Apple formally appealed the €500 million EU fine for DMA violations related to App Store policies.
- Apple argues EU mandates harm developers and users, and might reverse its compliance changes if appeal succeeds.
watchOS 26 Battery Alerts
- watchOS 26 will notify you if your Apple Watch battery drains faster than usual compared to your historical usage.
- The alert includes options to enable low power mode to extend battery life until a recharge.
