European Union reaching 'final countdown' to major tech antitrust legislation

European lawmakers are nearing an agreement on the main points of new legislation that would rein in the power of U.S. tech giants like Apple, Amazon, and Google.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 6

Apple agrees to pay $14.8M to settle iCloud storage lawsuit

Apple has agreed to pay out $14.8 million to U.S. residents to settle a class action lawsuit focused on the storage of user iCloud data on non-Apple servers.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 10

Apple remains favorite tech stock as company gears up for 'monster' growth

Despite supply issues, Apple is geared up for a "monster growth cycle" for 2022 that isn't currently baked into its share price, according to a Wedbush analyst.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 3

Ford poaches Apple executive for Ford+ restructure

Apple executive Jennifer Waldo will join Ford as part of the car company's Ford+ restructuring and ambition to take on Tesla with electric vehicles.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 6

Apple's School & Business Manager platforms to support Google Workspace

Apple School Manager and Apple Business Manager will both receive integration support with Google Workspace identity services later in 2022, allowing for easy sign-in and directory sync features.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 0

Apple's Learning Coach program teaches educators how to use the iPhone, Mac, and iPad

Apple is launching Apple Learning Coach, a free, professional learning program for teaching educators how to use Apple technology in the classroom, and also with the forthcoming Apple Education Community.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 0

European Commission aims to reach deal on antitrust laws by end of March

The European Commission is aiming to reach a fast-tracked deal with EU lawmakers to rein in the power of tech giants like Apple, Amazon, and Meta by the end of March.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 6

Apple is getting serious about smart rings

Apple is still not making wedding rings that spy on your spouse, but it is continuing to research specific uses of "finger-wearable input assemblies."

William Gallagher 4 years ago 3

iOS 15.4, watchOS 8.5 allow Apple Watches to be restored with a nearby iPhone

Apple's new iOS 15.4 and watchOS 8.5 updates allow users to restore an Apple Watch using a nearby iPhone.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 1

Apple claps back at UK report it claims would force it to 'redesign the iPhone'

Apple has fired back at competition regulators in the U.K., stating that an assessment of the iPhone maker's market strength was based on "unsubstantiated allegations and hypothetical concerns."

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Tim Cook speaks out against 'don't say gay' laws

Apple CEO Tim Cook says he is "deeply concerned" about LGBTQ+ laws in the US, particularly how Florida has passed a bill prohibiting classroom discussion of gender and sexual identity.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 0

Russia considering 'nationalizing' Apple & others that left the country

The Russian government is moving forward with a plan to nationalize assets left behind by Western firms like Apple that have departed the country.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 0

Amazon announces 20 for 1 stock split, $10 billion buyback program

Amazon's board has approved a 20 for 1 stock split with it happening to shareholders of record on June 6 — and it is the first such move by the company in 23 years.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 3

Apple increases base model specs for $5,999 Intel Mac Pro

Apple has bumped up the specifications of its base model Intel Mac Pro to include 512GB of internal storage and an AMD Radeon W5500X graphics card.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 0

Apple praised and slammed for representation of women at March event

More women presented at its March 8 Apple Event than ever before, and it happened without Apple patronizingly championing the fact. Yet behind the scenes, the company is still apparently failing its staff in this regard.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 41

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