Apple Fitness+ is introducing guided Meditation, letting users practice mindfulness through the service, a challenge to Calm and Headspace.
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Challenges Ahead for Apple Pay Adoption
Looking at studies in consumer spending habits, we can see that there are clearly some hurdles still ahead for Apple Pay adoption.
AirPods Pro: First Impressions After (Finally) Getting a Pair
Despite a previous aversion to the stems, Charlotte Henry got a pair of AirPods Pro this week and loves them.
Apple Delays Its CSAM Scanning ‘Features’
The controversy surrounding Apple’s proposed CSAM scanning features has been noticed. The iPhone maker announced it’s delaying the rollout.
Apple’s AirTags Find Lost Items
Dr. Mac says Apple’s AirTags are the best tracker for lost items to date but finds Apple’s accessories way overpriced.
Apple’s Bias Against Discussing Pay Equity Rears Its Head in Slack
Apple recently barred employees from discussing pay equity on Slack. Jeff Butts believes this censorship clearly demonstrates Cupertino’s reluctance to deal with an important issue.
Try BBEdit for Writing
Dr. Mac prefers composing text in a plain-text editor instead of a word processor for myriad reasons he discloses in Dr. Mac’s Rants & Raves Episode #449.
Apple’s On-iCloud or Is It On-Device CSAM Scan?
John Kheit digs into where Apple’s CSAM scanning is taking place, arguing that where Apple reads your files is super important for privacy.
VR Video Conferencing Has Arrived, With a Catch
If you’ve been looking for a more realistic experience in remote collaboration, VR video conferencing is here. You might not like it, though. It’s made by those folks at Facebook, who have proven not the most reliable when it comes to your privacy.
Understanding the 1Password Move to Electron
People are up in arms about the 1Password move to Electron on macOS. It seems like a bad call, but Jeff Butts explains that it is also a necessary one for older Macs.
Apple Maps Business Problem Keeps Google Maps in the Lead
Search for a business in Apple and Google Maps and you’ll typically get better results from Google. That’s a problem Apple needs to overcome before its Maps platform can truly compete with Google.
Samsung's New OLED Display Is Just What the iPhone Needs
Let’s take a minute to talk OLED display technology, and how Samsung’s hit all the marks. The latest Eco Square is perfect for the iPhone.
Apple, You Broke Your Privacy Promises and Our Hearts
John sees Apple reversing its commitment to privacy, which he feels has broken the hearts of many apple fans, including his own.
Apple Now Scans Uploaded Content for Child Abuse Imagery (Update)
Andrew noticed something new in Apple’s privacy policy, last updated May 9, 2019. Apple now scans uploaded content for child abuse content.
How to Speed Up Everything (on Your Mac)
Want to speed up everything you do on your Mac? Learn to type faster (says Dr. Mac), and he has some practical ways to do it.
What Apple's Digital Wallet Needs before it Can Replace Your Physical Wallet
The Apple Wallet is a great and convenient app, but Dr. W. Abdullah Brooks argues that there are key features it needs before it can replace our physical wallets.
The Next Play For Apple TV+ - Live Sports
Now established in the entertainment world, there is a growing expectation that sports broadcasting could be the way forward for Apple TV+.
Laptop Ergonomics 101
This week Dr. Mac has sage advice for laptop users: The best way to prevent long-term damage to your body is by paying close attention to your posture.
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Which Apple One Bundle is Right For You? [Updated]
As the year of free Apple TV+ offer comes to an end, a lot of users could save money by signing up to an Apple One bundle.
WWDC 2021: Here are the Companies That Said "Oh S&@#!"
During Apple’s WWDC 2021 event on Monday, Andrew couldn’t help but notice the new ways in which the company is competing with rival services.
Inexpensive Gifts for the Geeks you Love (Part I)
It’s June and that means another gift guide from Dr. Mac, this time focused on inexpensive (none over $30) gifts to protect, enhance, or improve the performance and/or life expectancy of your loved ones’ precious devices.
The Apple vs Epic Games Trial is Over. For Now...
As the dust settles following Apple and Epic Games’ court battle, it’s worth remembering quite how significant the consequences could be.
iPhone 12 Pro Max vs. iPhone 12 mini (Conclusion)
Dr. Mac finishes weighing the iPhone 12 Pro Max vs. the iPhone 12 mini, and offers his thoughts on which one he’d choose if he was upgrading his iPhone X today.
iPhone 12 Pro Max vs. iPhone 12 mini (Part 1)
Dr. Mac wants a new iPhone—either an iPhone 12 Pro Max or an iPhone 12 mini… Which will he choose and why?