July 9, 2026 – Apple’s DMA battle, Vision Pro rumors
Summary
Apple lost its antitrust appeal in Europe, with the court upholding its gatekeeper status for iOS and the App Store under the Digital Markets Act. Meanwhile, Samsung Display scrapped a panel for a lower-cost Vision Pro as Apple shifts focus to AI smart glasses. Finally, code in iOS 27 beta reveals upcoming Apple Wallet Car Key support for Lucid Motors, Volkswagen, and Xiaomi.
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Apple loses EU antitrust appeal on DMA gatekeeper status
Samsung scraps panel for cheaper Apple Vision Pro
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Apple Wallet car key support for Lucid, VW, and Xiaomi
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