Regulation Market: India escalates probe into Apple's iOS 18 warranty terms

India's consumer protection authority has formally escalated its investigation into Apple over potential harm caused by iOS 18, focusing on whether the update caused hardware malfunctions and whether Apple's warranty terms unfairly disadvantage consumers. The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has received numerous complaints, including display issues and green lines after installation. Apple denies systemic problems and defends its practice of not providing a separate warranty for software, calling it industry standard. The probe could result in fines, refunds, or forced changes to business practices. The estimated cost of a display repair for an iPhone 15 is 27,900 rupees.