Jennifer Zhang created thriller ‘Charon’ using just an iPhone 8 Plus, and this week it was being sold at the Cannes film festival.
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Steve Wozniak: It’s 'Time to Recognize’ Right to Repair
In a video message, Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak said that “it’s time to recognize the Right to Repair more fully.”
Thirty-six States And DC Sue Google Over Antitrust Claims
Thirty-six states and the District of Columbia are suing Google claiming that the firm has used anticompetitive practices.
Apple TV+ and BBC Combining For Documentary '9/11: Inside the President's War Room'
Apple TV+ and the BBC announced documentary ‘9/11: Inside the President’s War Room’ telling the story of the attacks through the eyes of the presidency.
HomePods Bricking After 14.6 Release
Users are starting to complain that their HomePod smart speakers are bricking following the recent 14.6 software release.
Backblaze Updates With Faster Upload Speeds
On Wednesday Backblaze announced its big 8.0 upgrade that includes faster upload speeds as the main feature.
Apple TV+ Series 'Defending Jacob' is Being Released on... DVD?
Apple TV+ hit ‘Defending Jacob’ is being released on Blu-ray and DVD, with adventure series ‘Long Way Up’ also set for a physical release.
Apple Beats China Tech Giants in Ad Privacy Battle
Apple has seen off an initial attempt by some tech giants in China to navigate around its recently introduced privacy policies.
Facebook Funds Second Study That Says Apple Is Bad
A new study is out, yet again funded by Facebook, that concludes Apple and Google have harmful practices.
Apple Interested in Purchasing Reese Witherspoon's Hello Sunshine Media Company
Reese Witherspoon’s media firm, Hello Sunshine, is exploring a sale, and Apple is one of those interested in making the acquisition.
President Biden to Enhance Right to Repair Laws
A report on Tuesday claims that President Biden will work with the FTC to create new rules in favor of the Right To Repair movement.
Advertisers Reduce iOS Spend Amid ‘Ask App Not to Track’ Introduction
Advertisers are moving their money from iOS to Android devices amid the introduction of ‘Ask App Not to Track’ notifications.
Fitness+ on iPad Now Has Full Apple Watch Features
All the Apple Watch Fitness+ features now work when accessing workouts on an iPad, with a previous bug seemingly fixed.
Mosyle Adds Apple Device Screen Sharing for Work and School
Mosyle has officially announced the latest update to its software for Mac admins. It adds a screen sharing tool for the MDM market.
Happy U.S. Independence Day, 2021 Edition
In honor of Independence Day—a U.S. holiday—The Mac Observer is taking off Monday, July 4th. We will return Tuesday, July 7th, with our usual Apple, Mac, iPad iPhone, and Apple Watch news. TMO’s Daily Observations podcast is taking off the holiday, too. See you on Tuesday!
Europe Chief Tells Apple Not to Use Privacy to Limit Competition
Margrethe Vestager, the European Commission’s VP for technology, says that Apple shouldn’t use privacy and security to limit competitors.
Brydge 11 MAX+ Supports iPad Pro, iPad Air
After releasing the 12.9-inch MAX+ keyboard case Brydge is following up with the 11-inch MAX+ for iPad Pro and iPad Air.
Apple Seeds macOS Monterey Public Beta 1
Apple has released macOS Monterrey public beta 1 on Thursday, a day after seeding betas for iOS 15 | iPadOS 15 and watchOS 8.
New Russian Law Requires Some Companies to Have Offices in Country
Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a law that requires foreign social media companies to open offices in the country.
Adaptation of 'City on Fire' Coming to Apple TV+
Apple TV+ has ordered the drama series ‘City on Fire’ from Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage, inspired by Garth Risk Hallberg’s novel.
Apple Sticking to Return to Office Policy Despite Staff Backlash
Top Apple executives are sticking to the company’s plan for staff to return to the office despite a recent backlash.
Apple to Hold Q3 Earnings Call on July 27
Apple’s third quarter2021 earnings call will take place on Tuesday, July 27, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. PT / 5:00 p.m. ET.
First watchOS 8 Public Beta Now Available
A public beta for watchOS 8 has been released, giving those not in the developer program access to the software for the first time.
iOS 15 Public Beta is Now Available for Everyone
At WWDC21 Apple said that the iOS 15 public beta would be released in July, so it’s possible this early release means that the OS is fairly stable.
