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askST: How do app stores restrict underage users? What apps are out of bounds?

The age regulations in Singapore apply to Apple, Google, Huawei, Samsung, and Microsoft as they operate stores or online portals for downloading apps.
The age regulations in Singapore apply to Apple, Google, Huawei, Samsung, and Microsoft as they operate stores or online portals for downloading apps.

FCC urged to fix 'antiquated' rules amid sports streaming shift

Iran threatens to target US tech firms if more of its leaders are killed

Iran has alleged that US tech companies including Apple, Google and Meta were involved in the tracking of assassination targets.
Iran has alleged that US tech companies including Apple, Google and Meta were involved in the tracking of assassination targets.

App stores to screen for Singapore users under 18 via Singpass, facial scan, credit card

One way to screen and prevent users estimated to be under 18 years old from downloading inappropriate apps is through facial scanning.
One way to screen and prevent users estimated to be under 18 years old from downloading inappropriate apps is through facial scanning.

Apple discontinues Mac Pro desktop in favour of the Mac Studio

FILE PHOTO: Apple logo is seen in this illustration taken September 24, 2025. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: Apple logo is seen in this illustration taken September 24, 2025. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo

Apple gives iPhone designers rare bonuses to fight OpenAI poaching

In many cases, the stock awards – separate from Apple’s typical bonuses – are worth roughly US$200,000 to US$400,000.
In many cases, the stock awards – separate from Apple’s typical bonuses – are worth roughly US$200,000 to US$400,000.

Apple plans AI reboot with Siri app, new look and ‘Ask Siri’ button in iOS 27

Apple is also modernising Siri by giving it a fresh look and chatbot-like experience, according to people with knowledge of the matter.
Apple is also modernising Siri by giving it a fresh look and chatbot-like experience, according to people with knowledge of the matter.

Apple CEO praises China partners as Beijing applies pressure

Apple's chief executive Tim Cook said Apple and China share common goals.
Apple's chief executive Tim Cook said Apple and China share common goals.

Researchers uncover iPhone spyware capable of penetrating millions of devices

It’s not clear how many iPhones are vulnerable to Darksword spyware attacks.
It’s not clear how many iPhones are vulnerable to Darksword spyware attacks.

Apple unveils AirPods Max 2 at $749 with live translation, better noise cancelling

The new headphones will be available to order from March 25 in more than 30 countries.
The new headphones will be available to order from March 25 in more than 30 countries.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.