Swift Playgrounds for iPadOS 15 lets users code & submit apps to App Store

While it isn't quite the full-fledged Xcode on iPad that some developers have been clamoring for, Apple on Monday announced that Swift Playgrounds in iPadOS 15 will be greatly enhanced, teaching users how to build iPad apps and even allowing them to be submitted to the App Store.

Neil Hughes 5 years ago 4

Apple enhances AirPods with Conversation Boost, Find My integration, Spatial Audio for Apple TV

Apple's AirPods lineup will gain several improvements later this year. This includes a new Conversation Boost feature to help people with mild hearing challenges. It also features integration with the Find My network to locate lost items and support for Spatial Audio on Apple TV in tvOS.

Neil Hughes 5 years ago 3

Apple previews iPadOS 15 with home screen widget support, system-wide notes

Following its introduction of iOS 15, Apple has used its WWDC 2021 keynote to show off iPadOS 15, complete with the new ability to apply widgets to the home screen and more.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 21

Apple Wallet will support IDs and driver's licenses in iOS 15

Apple is vastly expanding the types of cards and documents that can be added to Wallet, including IDs and driver's licenses in certain states and more types of keys.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 18

Apple introduces SharePlay, with access to Disney+, Hulu, and other streamers

At WWDC, Craig Federighi announced SharePlay, a new feature that will allow sharing streaming content on FaceTime calls across Apple's entire ecosystem.

Stephen Silver 5 years ago 15

FaceTime will now support Android and other devices from a browser

Apple will now allow users to plan FaceTime calls in advance, and the video calling platform will also support non-Apple devices like Android smartphones.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 24

Apple reveals iOS 15 with FaceTime Spatial Audio and connectedness focus

Apple has introduced iOS 15 at WWDC 2021, an update that will be arriving on iPhones when released to the public this fall, and very soon as a developer beta.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 11

Apple criticized for inaction over App Tracking Transparency workarounds

Third-party apps are using workarounds to collect data on users opting out of tracking via iOS' App Tracking Transparency, critics claim, with many apps potentially collecting the same amount of data as they did before ATT was implemented.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 5

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'homeOS' leak, HomeRun 2, Nanoleaf Elements Wood Look on HomeKit Insider

Andrew O'Hara 5 years ago 0

No hardware debuts during WWDC 2021 keynote, says leaker

Apple may not use its WWDC 2021 keynote to make any hardware announcements, with a prominent leaker hinting that there won't be any physical product launches.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 24

How to watch Apple's WWDC 2021 keynote

Apple streams its major keynote presentation to most of its own devices, plus YouTube. Here's how to find the best way to watch for you.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 0

Google hit with $268 million fine, will change how it advertises in France

Google is going to change how it works with other companies regarding its online advertising business, as part of a settlement with France's competition authority that involved a fine of 220 million euros ($267.5 million).

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 4

Apple updates Executive Profiles with Memoji images

Hours ahead of the WWDC 2021 keynote, Apple has updated all of the photographs on its Executive Profiles webpage to show Memoji representations of the senior staff.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 2

Apple pays millions to end customer's explicit images leak lawsuit

Apple has paid millions of dollars to settle a lawsuit with a student, after Pegatron employees leaked explicit photographs and videos from her iPhone that was sent in for repair.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 23

Twitter's paid 'Super Follows' subscriptions could launch soon

Twitter is allegedly getting close to launching its long-anticipated "Super Follows" feature, which would provide paid access to bonus content supplied by popular personalities on the microblogging service.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 2

Govee Flow Pro Light Bars review: Brighten your desk in an attractive way

Whether you're looking to light up your desk for better visibility or want to level up your aesthetics, Govee's Flow Pro light bars may be what you're looking for.

Amber Neely 5 years ago 2

Deals: every Apple TV 2021 is on sale, prices from $137

The new Apple TV with the redesigned Siri remote is on sale now, with exclusive promo code savings knocking $12 to $14 off the 2021 HD and 4K models.

Christine McKee 5 years ago 0

US vaccine donation to Taiwan may help avoid chip factory shutdowns

The United States is donating 750,000 vaccine doses for COVID-19 to Taiwan in a program to distribute shots worldwide, a move that may also help improve the ongoing global chip shortage by avoiding a complete lockdown for the country.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 33

Apple's new WWDC Twitter 'hashflag' continues Messages emphasis

Apple quietly updated the "hashflag"icon used for the hashtag "#WWDC21" during the weekend before WWDC itself, changing the "thumbs-up" Tapback graphic from Messages for one showing exclamation points.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 6

What to expect from WWDC 2021 - and what not to

It would be great if Apple released everything that everyone is predicting for WWDC 2021, but it never does, and 2021 is no exception. Here's what Apple will absolutely debut, what might see the light of day, and won't make an appearance.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 45

Texas man fired for selling school-owned iPads in the Apple Crime Blotter

Shots fired near a Pittsburgh Apple Store, Find My iPhone solves Akon's car theft, and several iPhones were seized from a Capitol riot defendant.

Stephen Silver 5 years ago 6

Apple Music Spatial Audio launch event set for June 7

Apple appears to be rolling out the Apple Music Spatial Audio feature right after the WWDC 2021 keynote ends on Monday, with a video teasing a special event.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 26

Apple Watch 'Mind' app in watchOS 8 may offer mental health help

Apple may be introducing a "Mind" app during its WWDC keynote address, after a developer discovered app bundle identifiers pointing to new features destined for watchOS 8.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 3

Twitter blocked in Nigeria over presidential tweet removal

Twitter has been suspended in Nigeria, after the microblogging service removed a tweet by President Muhammadu Buhari about regional successionists in the country.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 0

How to set up and use Launchpad on macOS

Launchpad is an essential part of the macOS desktop, and is a quick and easy way to access applications installed on your Mac. Here's how to get the most out of the feature.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 0

iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 status will restrict what notifications are shown

Apple's software changes will include quite a few enhancements in iOS and iPadOS including status changes affecting notifications, while iPadOS will gain enhanced multitasking and widget placement options.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 11

Apple faces higher taxes after G7 agree to global tax rate changes

The G7 group of nations has agreed to close tax loopholes that encouraged major multinationals like Apple to move their money across borders, with the core change being a global minimum corporation tax rate.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 77

The Road to WWDC 2021 — This Week in Apple

In the week ahead of Apple's developer event, we look at what to expect at WWDC 2021, more iPad Pro and MagSafe rumors, firmware and betas, and Ted Lasso.

Malcolm Owen 5 years ago 0

Apple employees ask for more flexible remote work options

Responding to Apple CEO Tim Cook's request to return to office work in September, employees at the company have countered with a proposal for more flexible work from home options.

Mikey Campbell 5 years ago 58

Apple's latest 'Mythic Quest' tie-in is a digital book by C.W. Longbottom

Apple this week published "Tears of the Anaren," the touted novella penned by "Mythic Quest" character C.W. Longbottom.

AppleInsider Staff 5 years ago 7

'Ted Lasso' season two filming wraps, set to debut on Apple TV+ in July

Filming for the second season of Apple TV+ comedy "Ted Lasso" has officially wrapped, according to the show's co-creator.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 5

Unreleased 'Beats Studio Buds' spotted in latest Roddy Ricch music video

The unreleased "Beats Studio Buds" have made another appearance in the wild, this time in a new music video by rapper and songwriter Roddy Ricch.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 1

Apple exec details importance of India app accelerator

Apple's app accelerator in Bengaluru, India has become a vital resource for developers looking to stand out in a crowded field, and could serve as the tech giant's foothold into a burgeoning smartphone market.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 0

This is why Apple TV 4K Siri Remote scrubbing doesn't work on Disney+, other apps

Some features of the new Apple TV 4K Siri Remote won't work properly if a video service, like Disney+ or HBO Max, uses a custom player instead of Apple's tvOS API.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 25

M1 iPad Pro teardown reveals mini LED system, minor component changes

The repair experts at iFixit have completed an initial teardown of the M1 iPad Pro, revealing the device's new mini LED backlight and other changes from past models.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 7

Apple, Mozilla, Google, Microsoft form group to standardize browser plug-ins

The new WebExtensions Community Group will try to forge a common architecture for future web extensions, and is inviting developers to join the effort.

Wesley Hilliard 5 years ago 1

How to let sites use pop-up windows in Safari on Mac

The humble pop-up window wasn't always a tool for spam, and it still can be used for good and not evil. When Safari is stopping you from seeing one you actually want, here's what to do.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 0

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