iOS 26.4: New RCS encryption in beta testing
With iOS 26.4, Apple is launching the beta test for encrypted RCS messages. Here's an overview of all the details regarding the feature and its limitations.
Tag: Apple Services
Apple Services is Apple's fast-growing services business and covers all of the company's software subscriptions and digital offerings – including Apple Music, Apple TV, Apple Arcade, Apple Fitness+, iCloud+, Apple News+ and Apple One. The portfolio is rounded out by payment services such as Apple Pay and Apple Cash, the App Store, AppleCare and features like Find My, Apple ID and Family Sharing. Together, these services have become one of the most important revenue streams on Apple's balance sheet, with more than a billion paid subscriptions worldwide and regular records in quarterly earnings.
On apfelpatient.de, this tag brings together all news, rumors and background information on Apple's services strategy: new features in iOS, watchOS and macOS, price adjustments for subscriptions, bundle options via Apple One, regulatory battles around the App Store, and strategic decisions out of Cupertino. Quarterly results, market share and comparisons with competitors such as Spotify, Netflix and Google are also continuously analyzed here.
Anyone wanting to understand where Apple's services division is heading, which new services are in the pipeline and how to get the most out of their subscriptions will find a complete editorial overview here.
Apple is expanding Apple Podcasts into a video hub
Apple is expanding Apple Podcasts to include HLS video. Creators will gain new monetization options, and users will benefit from flexible playback.
iOS 26.4 Beta launched: Apple opens new testing phase
iOS 26.4 has launched. Apple has released new betas for all platforms, laying the foundation for future system updates.
Apple Music: New features for TikTok
Apple Music and TikTok are testing new features: streaming songs directly and listening together. All the information about the test phase is available here.
iOS 27 brings more stability and battery life
iOS 27 focuses on code cleanup, improved performance, and longer battery life. What Apple's update really changes.
Apple and iWork: Is the brand facing its end?
Apple is removing iWork from its website and focusing on Creator Studio. Is the iconic brand facing its demise after more than 20 years?.
Apple replaces SEED with new Sales Coach App
Apple is modernizing its sales system: The new Sales Coach app replaces SEED and brings AI support for retailers.
Apple assures: New Siri will arrive as promised in 2026
Apple reaffirms Siri's 2026 launch despite reports of internal delays. What's really behind the timeline?.
Apple Creator Studio: Criticism of AI usage limits
Apple Creator Studio promises 50 presentations per month. A practical test now reveals significantly stricter AI limits.
Apple News: FTC investigates political discrimination
Apple News is under pressure due to political allegations. The FTC is investigating whether Apple has discriminated against conservative media outlets.
