WWDC expected to bring Safari, Health, Maps, iMessage improvements

Apple is said to be bringing updates to Safari, Health, Maps, and iMessage during its WWDC keynote — updates that would increase customer lock-in.

Wesley Hilliard 5 years ago 12

Square mulling a hardware Bitcoin wallet, CEO Jack Dorsey says

At a Bitcoin-centric conference in Miami, Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey says that his payment company Square is considering making a standalone hardware wallet for Bitcoin.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 4

Global chip shortages may worsen as Taiwan battles increasing COVID-19 cases

Key Taiwanese semiconductor manufacturer, and Apple supplier, King Yuan Electronics, shuts down two production sites due to a COVID infection cluster, may aggravate supply shortage.

Wesley Hilliard 5 years ago 6

Apple users, developers seek class status in App Store antitrust claims

Apple users and developers are seeking separate class status for a number of antitrust claims accusing the Cupertino company of a monopoly on the App Store.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 22

Apple TV+ review: 'Lisey's Story' is a stylish, entertaining mess from Stephen King

Julianne Moore and Clive Owen lead a top-flight cast in spooky drama series "Lisey's Story," but the storytelling is often too convoluted.

Stephen Silver 5 years ago 1

B&H's latest Apple sale knocks up to $300 off Macs, AirPods, M1 iPad Pro

Weekend price drops at B&H offer shoppers cash savings of up to $300 off MacBook Pros, iPads, Apple Watches, desktop Macs and more. Prices start at $134.99 with free expedited shipping on most products.

Christine McKee 5 years ago 0

Apple Silicon advances at WWDC expected to drive post-event Apple stock climb

Apple's WWDC keynote could be more of a catalyst for Apple stock than what has historically been seen, largely due to a focus around Apple Silicon, Morgan Stanley says.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 4

Apple TV+ announces 'Who Are You, Charlie Brown?' documentary, premiering June 25

"Who Are You, Charlie Brown?" is coming to Apple TV+ on June 25, featuring interviews with friends, family, and famous fans of the famous comic strip "Peanuts."

Wesley Hilliard 5 years ago 1

New MacBook Pros with mini LED unlikely to launch at WWDC

A supplier report suggests Apple won't be able to begin mass production of MacBook Pros with mini LED until the end of 2021, bringing WWDC's hardware announcement rumors into some question.

Wesley Hilliard 5 years ago 5

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WWDC 2021 preview, App Clips, and future display technology on the AppleInsider podcast

Stephen Robles 5 years ago 0

TikTok can collect users' biometric data according to its new privacy policy

TikTok's newly updated privacy policy grants the company the right to collect biometric data from its users, and it isn't clear when or why it may begin doing this.

Amber Neely 5 years ago 7

Mercedes-Benz adds Apple Music to C-Class and S-Class models

Mercedes-Benz has added Apple Music to C-Class and S-Class models directly to the internet-connected infotainment system.

Wesley Hilliard 5 years ago 3

iPhone 12 canal rescuers further detail MagSafe fishing expedition

The rescuers who recovered an iPhone 12 Pro from a canal using a MagSafe fishing line have released a video showing how it was done.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 0

Apple resolved M1 Mac SSD wear reporting issue in macOS 11.4

Previous issues surrounding reporting tools reporting heavy wear on SSDs in Apple Silicon Macs now appear to be fixed in macOS 11.4

William Gallagher 5 years ago 13

Apple TV 4K resolution issue fixed in tvOS 14.7 beta

The tvOS 14.7 beta 2 release sent out to developers resolves an issue where 4K video streams were incorrectly showing as only HD on the new Apple TV 4K.

William Gallagher 5 years ago 1

Apple still working on AirPower-esque charger, investigating long-distance wireless charging

Some four years after Apple publicly unveiled its vision of free-placement wireless charging in AirPower — and two years after the device was cancelled — the company is reportedly continuing work to bring the technology to market.

Mikey Campbell 5 years ago 6

Apple developing iPad Pro with glass back and MagSafe, home button-less iPad mini

Apple's next-generation iPad Pro might be the company's first tablet to support wireless charging, a feat that could be accomplished by adopting a "glass sandwich" design. A redesigned iPad mini is also expected to debut later this year.

Mikey Campbell 5 years ago 24

HBO Max ditches tvOS API for homegrown solution, chaos ensues

A recent update to the HBO Max app on tvOS has reportedly introduced a number of bugs and broken compatibility with key Apple TV platform features like Siri integration.

AppleInsider Staff 5 years ago 46

Irish credit unions adopt Apple Pay for current accounts

Irish credit unions that offer current accounts will now support integration with Apple Pay, allowing customers to add their debit cards to Apple Wallet for contactless payments.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 0

Google to mimic Apple and tighten up Android privacy

Google is following in Apple's footsteps and making it harder for companies to track users on Android with a small policy change related to device identifiers.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 4

Apple adds Thunderbolt Display to list of 'vintage' products

Amid rumors that Apple is working on a cheaper first-party desktop display, the company has added the 27-inch Thunderbolt Display to its list of "vintage" products.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 10

Apple CEO Tim Cook talked with Malala about coding, education, the pandemic

As part of a video conversation series, Apple CEO Tim Cook spoke with Malala Yousafzai about life during the pandemic and what's next.

Wesley Hilliard 5 years ago 4

Four Apple designers poached by Jony Ive for LoveFrom

Apple's former design chief, Jony Ive, has snapped up colleagues on his way out the door, with the total at least four since he departed in 2019.

Amber Neely 5 years ago 17

Blackstone buying MacWorld, ComputerWorld publisher IDG for $1.3 billion

Investment management company Blackstone will acquire International Data Group (IDG) — and its portfolio of long-running tech publications including MacWorld — for $1.3 billion.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 4

Apple refining AirTag privacy, Android anti-stalking app coming soon

Apple is reportedly working to increase the privacy of AirTags, which includes the planned launch of an Android app that will allow non-iPhone users to detect an unwanted tracking accessory.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 35

Nanoleaf Elements Wood Look Hexagons review: A more grounded smart light

Nanoleaf's new wood-inspired HomeKit-enabled light panels help keep you grounded with a more natural feel for your smart home.

Andrew O'Hara 5 years ago 4

Google unveils wireless Pixel Buds A-Series Airpods competitor for $99

Google has announced the Pixel Buds A-Series wireless earbuds, the company's latest attempt at the wireless audio market — one that undercuts Apple's cheapest AirPods by $60.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 15

Exclusive deal: $100 off Apple's M1 MacBook Air (16GB, 512GB), plus $40 off AppleCare

As WWDC 2021 approaches, Apple Authorized Resellers are discounting Apple M1 MacBook Air laptops, with every 16GB model on sale. Save $100 on a well-equipped Air with coupon, bringing the price down to $1,299.

Christine McKee 5 years ago 0

Potential 16-inch MacBook Pro refresh surfaces in regulatory filings

A Chinese regulatory filing for what appears to be a 16-inch MacBook Pro battery has been discovered ahead of a rumored announcement at WWDC 2021.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 4

Privacy and security updates to be a 'main focus' at WWDC 21, analyst says

Alongside long-rumored M1 MacBook models and the usual software updates, investment bank Wedbush expects privacy and security to be a central theme at Apple's WWDC 21 keynote.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 4

Twitter Blue subscription service launching in Australia and Canada first

Twitter has launched subscription service Twitter Blue in Australia and Canada, adding additional features to users of the social media network.

Wesley Hilliard 5 years ago 0

J.J. Abrams feels 'incredibly lucky' working on Apple TV+, more shows coming

While it marks the third collaboration between Abrams and author Stephen King, the upcoming Apple TV+ thriller "Lisey's Story" is different from their previous projects, according to a new interview with Abrams.

Amber Neely 5 years ago 5

Microsoft detailing 'next generation of Windows' on June 24

Microsoft has announced that it will reveal the "next generation of Windows," which will likely include significant updates, at a keynote event on June 24.

Mike Peterson 5 years ago 31

Ring will require police & fire departments to make public requests for video footage

Amazon is changing how law enforcement agencies can obtain footage from Ring, with the changes making clear that the agencies are no longer allowed to contact users directly.

Amber Neely 5 years ago 10

Satechi's new Aluminum Hub & Stand is designed with iPad Pro in mind

Satechi has now released its latest iPad accessory, the Aluminum Hub & Stand that lives up to its "hub" name with a bevy of useful ports.

Andrew O'Hara 5 years ago 4

Official 'Ted Lasso' merch to go on sale soon

Fans looking for official "Ted Lasso" merch won't have to wait much longer as initial items will be available in the coming weeks, with jerseys expected by September.

Wesley Hilliard 5 years ago 3

Philips Hue app gets massive overhaul with new features & faster response times

Signify has launched a major redesign to its mobile Philips Hue app to expand functionality and ease of use as well as response time, and we got to take the app for an early spin ahead of the launch.

Andrew O'Hara 5 years ago 3

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