Apple Requiring Developers to Disclose Location Sharing and Dating Features in Apps

Starting November 16, Apple will require developers to disclose whether their apps include real-world location sharing or dating features so age ratings can be assigned appropriately. Apple says the Dating and Relationships disclosure is required for apps that allow dating or relationship connections, regardless of whether that's with a real person or a virtual companion that engages in sexual or romantic content. Apps that include Dating and Relationships must have a minimum age rating of 18+, but Shared Location apps may not see a change to their minimum age rating in some regions. In Brazil, apps are required to have an A16 rating for Shared Location and A18 for Dating and Relationships. Apps that may qualify for a lower age rating, such as an app that offers location sharing for parents and children, can request a rating from Brazil's Ministry of Justice and Public Security. Apps must have Shared Location and Dating and Relationships disclosures submitted through App Store Connect by January 12, 2027. Popular StoriesApple Launching Five New Products This FridayMonday November 2, 2026 1:22 am PST by Tim HardwickApple is releasing five new products this Friday, November 6, following pre-orders that opened last week, including its first touchscreen MacBook Pro models. The following new products will be available from Friday: iPad mini with OLED display and A20 Pro chip iMac with M6 chip 14-inch MacBook Pro with M6 chip 14-inch MacBook Pro with OLED touchscreen 16-inch MacBook Pro with OLED...Apple Alerts Stores to iPhone Duo's Display Cracking IssueIn a memo shared with Apple Stores and Apple Authorized Service Providers this week, and later obtained by MacRumors, Apple provided technicians with guidance on how to diagnose and address the iPhone Duo's inner display cracking issue. If a customer reports the issue, Apple advised technicians to inspect the iPhone Duo and repair or replace it in accordance with their standard procedures....Apple Isn't Done With 2026: Here's What's Still ComingMonday November 2, 2026 7:27 am PST by Tim HardwickApple's busiest season isn't over yet. Far from it. With two hardware launch dates still to come in November, plus software updates and new smart home accessories running into December, there's more on the way from Apple before the end of 2026, so be sure to stick around. Below, we've rounded up what's still coming, along with one date in particular that's worth watching if you're a holiday...