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Vietnamese Prime Minister Meets with Tim Cook, Says His Countrymen Love Apple Products
The Vietnamese Prime Minister met with Tim Cook at the Apple Park as part of his U.S. visit, which included tech giants in Silicon Valley.
Apple and Google App Store Policies Get Slammed in New Study By India Developers
The Alliance of India Digital Foundation conducted a study on Apple and Google App Store policies that affect India developers.
Retrofy Your Computer with This Old School Icon Set Inspired by the '84 Macintosh
Artist Ben Vessey has created an “Old School” icon and wallpaper set that celebrates the pixelated era of the ’84 Macintosh.
Apple YouTube Ad Highlights How the iPhone Can Protect User Data from Brokers
Apple released a new YouTube video showcasing how users can stop data harvesters from collecting their personal information and data.
Data Shows Netflix Continues to Lose Subscribers, Including Long-Time Users
Data from Antenna shows that Netflix is losing a substantial amount of subscribers, with many cancellations coming from long-time users.
Apple Introduces Professional Training to Help Growing IT Workforce
Today Apple has announced new professional training through online courses and certifications to help prepare workers for the IT field.
Google Russia Forced to Declare Bankruptcy
Google kept going in Russia, but it’s been rocky. Now, after facing a seizure of its bank account, Google Russia is filing for bankruptcy.
Apple Executive Ian Goodfellow Leaves Company to Rejoin Google
As Apple Executive Ian Goodfellow leaves the company due to its return-to-work policy, reports state the exec is returning to Google.
Quanta Considering Relocation of MacBook Pro Factory to Increase Production
Quanta, manufacturer of Apple’s MacBook Pro, hopes to increase production by relocating to another factory unaffected by COVID-19.
Star Wars Future Unveiled by Disney
As we wait for “Obi-Wan Kenobi” to debut, Disney and Lucafilm have offered insight into even more of the future of the Star Wars franchise.
Apple Facing Lawsuit Claims AirPods Ruptured Child's Eardrum after Amber Alert
A lawsuit against Apple has been filed alleging that a pair of AirPods ruptured the eardrum of a 12-year-old boy in 2020.
Apple Delays Stricter In-Person Work Requirements Citing Rising COVID-19 Cases
Due to the rise in COVID-19 cases, Apple is delaying it’s stricter in-person work polices. Employees must be in-person two days a week.
247 Catcher for Pokémon Go Helps Users Catch 'em All
PhotoFast has developed the 247 Catcher, which helps users complete various tasks within Niantic’s popular Pokémon Go.
Civil Liberties Group Warns of Global Privacy Breach, Google Largest Offender
A civil liberties group warns of a global privacy breach that auctions personal user data. Google is one of the largest offenders.
Apple Previews New Accessibility Features Coming In 2022, Including Door Detection
Apple revealed new accessiblity features planned for release later in 2022, including door detection and Live Captions.
Apple Explores Ways to Improve iPhone Sensor Accuracy and Water Resistance Simultaneously
Improving the iPhone’s water resistance means many tradeoffs, such as overheating and sensor inaccuracy. Apple is exploring ways around that.
Apple Developers Will Soon Be Able to Offer Auto-Renewable Subscription Price Increase
Apple will soon allow developers to offer auto-renewable subscription price increases without needing opt-in actions from users.
Apple Rolls Out Communication Safety in Messages to the UK and Other Countries
Apple’s Communication Safety in Messages feature has been rolled out to the U.K., Canada, Australia and New Zealand.
Apple Releases Software Updates for Most Products
Many of Apple’s products received software updates Monday. From Macs to HomePods, new operating system versions are available to download.
Method Found to Run Malware on iPhone Even When It’s Turned Off
Researchers have discovered a way to run malware on an iPhone even when it’s turned off. It takes advantage of Bluetooth, NFC, and UWB chips.
Former Apple Employees Help Unionization Efforts As Deirdre O’Brien Visits Stores to ‘Listen’
Two former Apple employees are helping with unionization efforts, while the company’s head of retail visits stores “to listen.”
Apple Testing iPhone With Use USB-C, Other Accessories Might Also Ditch the Lightning Port
Apple is rumored to be testing new iPhone models with USB-C instead of a Lightning charging port, while other accessories might follow, too.
New Studio Display 15.5 Firmware Update Brings Improved Webcam to All Users
Apple has released the Studio Display 15.5 firmware update alongside Monterey 12.4, fixing longtime issues with the Display’s webcam.