News Archives for 08/2021

Twelve South debuts StayGo mini USB-C hub designed for iPad Pro

Twelve South has released a new model of its StayGo USB-C hub. The new StayGo mini is designed with iPad in mind and brings four ports to Apple's flagship tablet.

Andrew O'Hara | 3 years ago

Pay up or get out: Apple's options for South Korea's App Store law

South Korea's ending of App Store payment restrictions raises questions over how Apple can continue its claimed privacy-driven control over apps — and whether it will even comply with the new law.

William Gallagher | 3 years ago

Fewer Android users switching to 'iPhone 13' because of CSAM scan, no Touch ID

Android users are less likely to make the switch to Apple with the launch of the "iPhone 13," a survey claims, with the move away from Touch ID and Apple's CSAM controversy apparently among the top reasons for not switching ecosystems.

Malcolm Owen | 3 years ago

Windows 11 launching on October 5 in phased rollout

PCs with Windows 11 pre-installed and free upgrades to the new operating system will become available to users starting October 5 — minus the ability to run Android apps.

Wesley Hilliard | 3 years ago

Apple commits extra $30 million to racial equity initiatives

Expanding on its existing Racial Equity and Justice Initiative investment, Apple is supporting Hispanic and Latinx groups with a new $30 million contribution.

William Gallagher | 3 years ago

Apple Car may use exterior screens to signal other drivers

An Apple Car could provide detailed warnings of its actions to other drivers by using LED screens all over the vehicle to tell other drivers what the self-driving system is doing.

Malcolm Owen | 3 years ago

Future iPhone, Mac may power down when you look away

From MacBook Pro to iPad, Apple is investigating the use of gaze detection, and attention sensing, to know when you're not using a device and it can save battery power.

William Gallagher | 3 years ago

Chrome 94 beta improves graphical processing by using Metal

Google is testing the introduction of the WebGPU API to Chrome to improve its graphical processing capabilities using Metal on macOS, with beta 94 also shaking down a new WebCodecs API to assist with media processing.

Malcolm Owen | 3 years ago

South Korea ends Apple, Google control of app store payments

The South Korean government has voted to force Apple and Google to accept alternative payment in the App Store, threatening the companies' exclusive commission.

William Gallagher | 3 years ago

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Bose QuietComfort 45 Noise-Cancelling Headphones debut at $329

A successor to Bose's popular QC35, the highly anticipated QuietComfort 45 headphones offer enhanced acoustic noise-canceling technology and USB-C charging.

Christine McKee | 3 years ago

Apple TV+ releases 'The Velvet Underground' trailer ahead of Oct. 15 debut

Apple on Monday released a trailer for "The Velvet Underground," an upcoming Apple TV+ documentary from director Todd Haynes that follows the band's beginnings and explores the indelible mark it left on the music scene.

AppleInsider Staff | 3 years ago

Woman credits Apple Watch with saving life after AFib alert

Apple Watch continues a streak of assisting wearers facing potentially life-threatening situations, with the device recently credited with alerting a 70-year-old user of a serious heart condition.

AppleInsider Staff | 3 years ago

Tweetbot update brings 'Behaviors' settings for customizing iPhone, iPad usability

Developer Tapbots on Monday released a new version of its Tweetbot Twitter client for iPhone and iPad, delivering a new feature that enables fine tuning of user interface settings like "Tap to Top."

AppleInsider Staff | 3 years ago

Kanye West's 'Donda' sets Apple Music record with 60M streams in first day

Kanye West's hotly anticipated — and much-delayed — album "Donda" was streamed more than 60 million times by Apple Music users in the U.S. following a debut on Sunday, a record for the service.

AppleInsider Staff | 3 years ago

Judge in Nokia and Apple lawsuit owned Apple stock during proceedings

A federal judge was recently found to have owned Apple stock while presiding over a case brought against the tech giant by Nokia, though the discovery is unlikely to lead to further legal action.

Mikey Campbell | 3 years ago

Future iPhone could feature satellite calls & messages, but probably not in 2021

Apple is planning on bringing satellite communication support to a future iPhone for use in emergency situations, though the feature likely won't debut in 2021.

Mike Peterson | 3 years ago

#AppleToo publishes first five stories of harrassment, discrimination

The first batch of stories collected by the #AppleToo movement has been published by the internal Apple organization, giving a glimpse at the company's internal work environment.

Mike Peterson | 3 years ago

Apple's 'iPhone 13' won't support satellite communications, mobile analysts say

Mobile analysts are disputing rumors that Apple's "iPhone 13" could support direct satellite communication, claiming a custom chip would instead improve existing 5G connectivity.

Mike Peterson | 3 years ago

Apple issues sixth developer beta for macOS Monterey [u]

Apple has reached its sixth beta round for macOS Monterey, as the operating system gets ever closer to its fall release.

Malcolm Owen | 3 years ago

Apple's share price closes at new record high of $153.12

Apple's stock price has closed at a new record high of $153.12 on Monday, following an intraday trading rally.

Mike Peterson | 3 years ago

Apple iPhone shipments projected to grow at double the rate of its rivals

Apple's iPhone could see nearly double the annual growth rate compared to its Android competitors and outpace the broader smartphone industry in 2021, according to research firm IDC.

Mike Peterson | 3 years ago

Apple TV+ lands 'Raymond and Ray,' starring Ewan McGregor & Ethan Hawke

"Raymond and Ray," a film that follows two brothers — played by Ewan McGregor and Ethan Hawke — at their abusive father's funeral, is coming soon to Apple TV+.

Wesley Hilliard | 3 years ago

'Lego Star Wars Battles' strategy game coming soon to Apple Arcade

"Lego Star Wars Battles" is a real-time strategy game filled with iconic locations and characters from the franchise, coming soon to Apple Arcade.

Wesley Hilliard | 3 years ago

Instagram demanding users' birthdays to enforce child safety measures

Instagram is requiring all users to supply their date of birth, in a bid to make the Facebook-owned image and video-sharing iOS app safer for younger users.

Malcolm Owen | 3 years ago

'iPhone 13' supply might get hit by COVID-19 capacitor production issues

Apple's suppliers of multilayer ceramic capacitors are enduring COVID-19 outbreaks in their factories, causing there to be a tight supply of the important component used throughout the electronics industry.

Malcolm Owen | 3 years ago

Apple buys Primephonic, plans classical Apple Music app

Apple has acquired classical music streaming company Primephonic, and plans to both improve the current Apple Music service, plus launch a dedicated classical offering.

William Gallagher | 3 years ago

Amazon Deals: $499 iPad Air 4, $30 MagSafe Charger for iPhone 12, $119 AirPods

Amazon has lowered its prices on several Apple products, from discounting the iPad Air 4 by $100 to knocking $40 to $60 off AirPods. We'll take you through the best deals this Monday.

Christine McKee | 3 years ago

Apple's developer concessions don't amount to much

Apple's settlement to end a lawsuit promised a payday and improvements to the way developers are treated in the App Store, but on closer inspection, it seems the concessions are literally the least Apple could do to end the complaint.

Malcolm Owen | 3 years ago