Microsoft's discontinuation of Windows 10 has led to a notable increase in Apple PC sales, with Mac shipments rising by 14.9% year-over-year as users opt for Macs over AI PCs. Despite some gains for other Windows PC manufacturers, Apple's growth positions it as a significant beneficiary in the changing landscape of operating systems. Analysts predict further growth in AI PC shipments by 2025 as companies prepare for future technology needs.

The article critiques Apple's declining attention to detail and user experience over the past decade, highlighting specific issues with apps like Reminders and the inconsistent design of search bars across different applications. It expresses frustration with the lack of improvements in recent updates, particularly in Mac OS 26 and iOS 26, which continue to exhibit usability problems and poor design choices.

Apple has announced that a digital version of the U.S. passport will soon be available for iPhones, allowing users to present it for identity verification at TSA checkpoints during domestic travel. The feature, which is compliant with REAL ID, is currently limited to U.S. passports and will not replace physical passports for international travel. Details on whether a software update will be required to activate this feature are still unclear.

The article discusses Apple's collection of apps, highlighting the neglect of key software like Clips, iMovie, and Pixelmator/Photomator. It expresses concern over the lack of updates and attention these apps receive despite Apple's strong hardware capabilities, questioning the company's commitment to its software ecosystem.

The article explains Apple's Compact Unwinding Format, which is used for generating backtraces on Apple platforms. It details the implementation of the format, its necessity for debugging tools like Firefox’s crash reporter, and provides insights into the unwinding process in programming. The author shares their documentation efforts and acknowledges the contributions of others in understanding this format.

The article discusses the recent resurfacing of the Apple Network Server (ANS) MacOS ROMs, detailing the server's historical context, its unique Unix-based architecture, and the challenges it faced in the market. It highlights the existence of development ROMs that allowed the ANS to run MacOS, as well as the confirmation of Windows NT ROMs, showcasing a piece of Apple's server history that was nearly forgotten.

A London tribunal has ruled against Apple in a landmark case regarding its App Store practices, determining that the company overcharged app developers with unfair commissions, potentially costing Apple up to $2 billion in damages. The ruling, which is set to be appealed by Apple, highlighted the company's abuse of its dominant market position from 2015 to 2020. A hearing next month will decide the exact damages and the outcome of Apple's appeal.

Apple is set to introduce a feature in Apple Wallet that allows U.S. users to create digital IDs linked to their passports, which can be used at select TSA checkpoints for domestic travel. This feature aims to enhance the Wallet app's functionality beyond payments, especially in light of new Real ID regulations. The announcement was made by Jennifer Bailey at the Money 20/20 USA conference.