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This week in Apple: Intel purchase, 120Hz iPhone displays, and Apple Car news
August 01, 2025
The big Apple news this week happened yesterday when the company revealed it had paid $1 billion to buy the majority of Intel’s smartphone modem business. Elsewhere, we heard some interesting news that could relate to the long-gestating Apple Car as well as some new information regarding potential features of the 2019 and 2020 iPhones.
See the Apple news roundup below for all the latest!
The top Apple news stories of the past week:
Thinking about making the switch?
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The best place to start would be our guide onhow to switch from iPhone to Android, which goes over all the basics. We also have more specific guides, such ashow to transfer your calendar from iPhone to Android. We also have app guides that will give you the best alternatives to iOS staples, such as our list ofbest alternatives to FaceTime on Android.
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