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Browsers push back against Google's proposed FLoC ad system

Major browsers have rejected Google's new proposal for creating targeted ads, saying that they fear the system could put users' privacy at risk.

Amber Neely | 3 years ago

Apple approves Parler's return to the App Store

After a removal lasting more than three months, Apple will let social app Parler return to the App Store.

Will Shanklin | 3 years ago

Apple stops accepting new podcasts in iTunes Connect

Apple has stopped accepting new podcast episodes to iTunes Connect, a temporary measure that could be an indication a big change to how Podcasts function may be on the way

Malcolm Owen | 3 years ago

Apple could launch premium podcast subscription during 'Spring Loaded' event

Apple may use its "Spring Loaded" event on Tuesday to launch a premium podcast subscription, one which could provide exclusive programming to paid users.

Malcolm Owen | 3 years ago

How to watch Apple's April 20 'Spring Loaded' event

Apple's "Spring Loaded" event is set to debut on April 20 and will be available to watch across most Apple devices from iPhone to Apple TV, as well as from your favorite browsers.

Amber Neely | 3 years ago

UK government intervenes in Nvidia takeover of Arm, cites 'national security'

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority has been ordered to investigate Nvidia's proposed takeover of British company Arm, the company whose technology is used by Apple Silicon.

William Gallagher | 3 years ago

Facebook staff can continue remote working, but may face pay cut [u]

As Apple, Google, and others plan getting workers back into offices after the coronavirus, Facebook says that it will support staff continuing to work from home — with certain conditions.

William Gallagher | 3 years ago

Adobe co-founder Charles Geschke dies

Computer scientist Charles Geschke has died aged 81. He co-founded Adobe, which, with Apple, created the desktop publishing industry, before famously falling out with Steve Jobs over Adobe Flash.

William Gallagher | 3 years ago

Facebook to make Clubhouse-style 'social audio' push on Monday

Facebook is allegedly preparing to announce a number of new products under the title of "Social Audio" on Monday, launches that could see it take on Clubhouse as well as working with Spotify to improve podcast recommendations.

Malcolm Owen | 3 years ago

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Hard drive shortages could be driven by storage-based cryptocurrency

Cryptocurrency miners in China are allegedly buying as many hard drives and SSDs as they can for the storage-based Chia cryptocurrency, a gold rush that could eventually drive the cost of storage upgrades in an iPhone or Mac up in the future.

Malcolm Owen | 3 years ago

Apple Stores in Michigan close as COVID-19 precautionary measure

Apple has taken a step back in its efforts to reopen its Apple Stores around the world, with all six of its retail outlets in Michigan closed as a preventative measure.

Malcolm Owen | 3 years ago

Apple, Amazon smart home partnership expects devices by end of 2021

The "Project CHIP" alliance between Apple, Amazon, and Google, is set to start certifying manufacturers' compatible devices in late 2021, meaning the first may be on sale at the end of the year.

William Gallagher | 3 years ago

Environmental Progress Report details Apple's plan for carbon neutrality by 2030

Apple has released its annual Environmental Progress Report, describing how its efforts to become carbon neutral are continuing, and helped by the move to Apple Silicon.

William Gallagher | 3 years ago

Firefox 90 to remove browser's built-in FTP support

After steadily deprecating the ability to FTP files from within Firefox, Mozilla is to remove the feature entirely from its version 90 release later this year.

William Gallagher | 3 years ago

US House approves report accusing Big Tech of monopolistic behavior

The U.S. House Judiciary Committee has formally approved its report that accuses Big Tech companies of engaging in anticompetitive practices to maintain market power.

Mike Peterson | 3 years ago

Apple Fitness+ gains pregnancy workouts, older adults training, and Jane Fonda

Jane Fonda is the latest celebrity to contribute her story to Time to Walk on Apple Fitness+, and her addition comes alongside new workouts for pregnant women, plus older adults.

William Gallagher | 3 years ago

Blogger successfully hacks Jaguar I-Pace electric car into HomeKit

A home automation blogger has managed to add a Jaguar I-Pace electric vehicle to a HomeKit setup, allowing multiple car functions to be controlled by the system.

Mike Peterson | 3 years ago

Study delves into impact of emoji diversity and inclusion

Adobe has published a new Emoji Diversity and Inclusion Report tracking how consumers feel about the representation of emoji characters.

Mike Peterson | 3 years ago

Apple announces $200 million Restore Fund to invest in forestry projects

Apple, in partnership with Conservation International and Goldman Sachs, has announced a new $200 million carbon removal initiative called the Restore Fund.

Mike Peterson | 3 years ago