What does Apple Pay Later mean for existing layby services?

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4 years ago

June 7, 2022

Apple’s Worldwide Developer Conference in California revealed the new Apple Pay Later feature to be launched in their iOS16 software

Apple Pay Later is an extension of the current Apple Pay digital wallet, which is coming to iOS devices, and will allow people to use their phones to make purchases.

The function will allow users to make a purchase immediately and pay it across four instalments.

Apple Pay Later will offer a range of different payment options. Photo: Apple

At the conference, Apple announced the technology will involve zero interest rates or late fees.

“Users can apply for Apple Pay Later when they are checking out with Apple Pay, or in Wallet.”
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The technology is not the first of its kind with services like AfterPay, Affirm, Klarna and PayPal already adopting layby models for users.

“Apple Pay Later is available everywhere Apple Pay is accepted online or in-app, using the Mastercard network,” the company says.

Since the announcement, Affirm stock levels have already dropped 3 per cent.

Other companies like AfterPay have been struggling and declining in the market for some time.

Some Twitter users are expressing concerns the technology will encourage people to overspend, while others say it will help with budgeting.

It's a good benefit for consumers who are smart enough to budget and not overspend on their money and use the service on items they can afford. 0% interest payments means I can have money going somewhere else.
— justin – the average rage tweeter (@Jj_scoobs) June 7, 2022

The new iOS16 technology also sees a number of other features including the eradication of messages and photo album sharing.

Amanda Gunn contributed to this report

Apple set to unveil budget iPhone 17e, new iPads and low-cost MacBook

Apple’s Tim Cook announces major product reveals this week, highlighting budget iPhone 17e, new iPads, and low-cost MacBook.

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5 days ago

February 27, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Apple’s Tim Cook announces major product reveals this week, highlighting budget iPhone 17e, new iPads, and low-cost MacBook.

Apple Inc. CEO Tim Cook has confirmed a major week of product announcements kicking off Monday morning, building momentum toward a global “Apple Experience” event across New York, London and Shanghai. The tech giant is expected to spread its reveals across three days, fuelling speculation about its biggest refresh cycle yet.

Leading the buzz is the rumoured budget-friendly iPhone 17e, signalling Apple’s push to capture more price-conscious consumers without sacrificing performance. Two new iPads powered by advanced chips are also tipped to headline the lineup, pointing to stronger AI capabilities and faster processing speeds.

Rounding out the expected reveals is a low-cost 12.9-inch MacBook that’s already generating serious interest, alongside updated MacBook Pro models and a refreshed Mac Studio. It’s shaping up to be one of Apple’s most significant multi-product launches in recent years.

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Nvidia posts record revenue as AI fears shake investors

Nvidia’s £68.1 billion revenue, up 73%, raises investor concerns about AI’s impact and tech customers’ financial health.

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5 days ago

February 27, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Nvidia’s £68.1 billion revenue, up 73%, raises investor concerns about AI’s impact and tech customers’ financial health.

Nvidia posted strong quarterly earnings, but Wall Street remained unimpressed, causing shares to fall 5%. Analysts point to investor concerns over AI dominance and a stalled $100 billion deal with OpenAI.

Experts discuss what factors in the earnings report failed to meet market expectations, including revenue projections and details around the Vera Rubin chip architecture. Competition from alternative chipmakers and scrutiny of hyperscaler cash flows are also shaping investor sentiment.

Despite recent setbacks, analysts remain cautiously bullish on Nvidia, highlighting long-term AI potential and the company’s dominant position in the chip market.

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Meta launches lawsuits over alleged scam advertising operations

Meta targets scam advertising networks in Brazil, China, and Vietnam, intensifying its crackdown on scams across its platforms.

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5 days ago

February 27, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Meta targets scam advertising networks in Brazil, China, and Vietnam, intensifying its crackdown on scams across its platforms.

Social media giant Meta has launched aggressive legal action targeting alleged scam operations using its platforms. The company has filed lawsuits against four advertising networks based in Brazil, China and Vietnam.

Meta has also issued cease and desist letters to eight marketing consultants accused of helping clients bypass the platform’s enforcement systems. The move signals a tougher stance on organised scam activity operating at scale.

While no criminal charges have been laid, Meta says it is doubling down on efforts to protect users and restore trust across its platforms as scam activity continues to rise globally.

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