News Archives for 01/19/2021

Apple denied COVID app to secure contact tracing monopoly, lawsuit claims

Apple has been hit with a lawsuit claiming that it rejected a coronavirus contact tracing app to maintain a COVID-19 exposure notification monopoly.

Mike Peterson | 3 years ago

How to delete contacts on iPhone or Mac

Over time, your list of contacts may grow seemingly too big to handle. Here's how to cut it down to size by deleting some of your contacts.

Malcolm Owen | 3 years ago

How to turn on AirDrop

AirDrop is a fast and easy way to share images, documents, and other files between Apple devices. But before you use it, you'll need to turn the feature on.

Mike Peterson | 3 years ago

Microsoft partners with GM subsidiary Cruise on self-driving cars

GM and Cruise are now working with Microsoft to commercialize self-driving vehicles, with the Windows company providing cloud computing resources to assist in the potentially lucrative project.

Malcolm Owen | 3 years ago

Warner Bros exec JP Richards named Apple TV+ head of marketing strategy

Apple has appointed current Warner Bros executive JP Richards the head of film marketing strategy for Apple TV+ as part of its original content strategy.

Mike Peterson | 3 years ago

AirPods Max 'devastatingly overengineered' but repairable, demonstrates teardown

Repair specialists at iFixit have completed a teardown of AirPods Max, demonstrating Apple's "obsessive craftsmanship" that makes other offerings look "like toys, by comparison."

Mike Peterson | 3 years ago

15 Valentine's Day gift ideas Apple fans will adore

AppleInsider's 2021 Valentine's Day Gift Guide is here and it's packed with goodies your Apple-loving sweetheart will love.

Will Shanklin | 3 years ago

How to take SIM card out of iPhone

The SIM card in your iPhone is crucial to your making calls, but it's also small enough to lose, and easy enough to put in the wrong way. Here's how to successfully remove a SIM card, and put one back.

William Gallagher | 3 years ago

Sideloading iPad & iPhone apps is back on Apple Silicon Macs, but probably not for long

Owners of M1-equipped Macs are once again able to sideload iPhone and iPad apps, with Apple lifting server-side blocks preventing such activity for reasons unknown.

Malcolm Owen | 3 years ago

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TwelveSouth releases hybrid iPad and MacBook ParcSlope stand

The Twelve South ParcSlope stand hopes to help iPad and MacBook users take advantage of both devices with comfort and sleek design in mind.

Wesley Hilliard | 3 years ago

Apple Podcasts Spotlight launches to promote must-listen shows

Apple has launched a new initiative to promote worthy podcasts, with Apple Podcasts Spotlight seeing editors select one podcast to feature for the entire month.

Malcolm Owen | 3 years ago

How to stop AirPods Max overnight battery drain

Some users are reporting that their AirPods Max batteries are draining significantly when not in use, but this simple solution could fix it.

Wesley Hilliard | 3 years ago

Apple's 'Shot on iPhone 12' shows off users' portraits, cityscapes, and night sky

The latest in Apple's series of "Shot on iPhone" promotion concentrates on the iPhone 12 range, and on a variety of situations from cityscapes to nighttime shots, along with portrait photography.

William Gallagher | 3 years ago

How to check your warranty on iPhone, iPad, or Mac

If you need a repair for your iPhone, iPad, or Mac, it is best to find out if a warranty covers you before seeking a fix. Here's how to find out if your devices are still covered.

Malcolm Owen | 3 years ago

'Ted Lasso' nominated for three Critics Choice Awards

Award season has begun and Apple TV+ comedy "Ted Lasso" has been nominated for three Critics Choice Awards.

Wesley Hilliard | 3 years ago

Apple Car US production reportedly assigned to Hyundai subsidiary Kia

The long-rumored "Apple Car" could be produced in the United States by Kia, a report claims, with Hyundai said to be assigning manufacturing duties to its subsidiary.

Malcolm Owen | 3 years ago

Apple AR headset games could use Face ID to properly identify & outfit players

Patents surrounding Apple AR and VR efforts now include one that focuses on how computer-generated reality allows players to change their appearance — and what happens when the hardware owner doesn't want them to.

William Gallagher | 3 years ago

Apple working on tech to hide the iPad & iPhone antenna gap

Future iPhones and cellular iPads may have new technology to hide the antenna gap in the case, ranging from strategic use of different materials, to something as simple as a thin dye layer mimicking the case material.

Malcolm Owen | 3 years ago

What to expect from Apple's Q1 2021 earnings on Jan. 27

On January 27, Apple will disclose the results of its critical first fiscal quarter for 2021, that spans the 2020 holiday season. Here's what factors impact this quarter, which is expected to be a record-breaking one.

Malcolm Owen | 3 years ago

Apple partners with The King Center on 'Challenge for Change' educational initiative

Apple on Monday partnered with The King Center to launch a second installment of "Challenge for Change," an educational series that urges youth to participate in community service programs.