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Apple Re-Releases ‘CODA’ for Free in Theaters for Limited Time
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Apple Re-Releases 'CODA' for Free in Theaters for Limited Time

Andrew Orr · February 21, 2022

Apple Original Films has announced that CODA, an Academy Award Best Picture nominee, will be re-released in theaters for a limited time.

iPhone 14 Trial Production Phase Begins
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iPhone 14 Trial Production Phase Begins

Jeff Butts · February 21, 2022

Assemblers are soon to start iPhone 14 trial production, placing the new handsets on track for a fall 2022 launch.

FBI Launches Virtual Asset Exploitation Team
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FBI Launches Virtual Asset Exploitation Team

Andrew Orr · February 21, 2022

The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation is launching the Virtual Asset Exploitation Team (VAXU) to investigate crypto-crime.

Apple May Release Seven New Macs in 2022
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Apple May Release Seven New Macs in 2022

Jeff Butts · February 21, 2022

We knew there would be a number of new Apple personal computers in 2022. However, it’s looking like we might get a whopping seven new Macs.

Witchy Farming Sim ‘Wylde Flowers’ Now on Apple Arcade
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Witchy Farming Sim 'Wylde Flowers' Now on Apple Arcade

Andrew Orr · February 21, 2022

Wylde Flowers is now available in the App Store, a farming and life simulator with a witch as the main character.

Apple TV+: “Severance” and “Lincoln’s Dilemma” Out Now
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Apple TV+: "Severance" and "Lincoln's Dilemma" Out Now

Charlotte Henry · February 18, 2022

“Severance” and “Lincoln’s Dilemma” have both launched on Apple TV+, with episodes of the series now available to subscribers.

Apple Store Workers Want to Unionize to Fight for Higher Wages
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Apple Store Workers Want to Unionize to Fight for Higher Wages

Andrew Orr · February 18, 2022

A small group of Apple Store employees across the U.S. are working to unionize. They want higher wages due to the rise of inflation.

Shot on iPhone 13 Pro Short Film “Life is But a Dream”
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Shot on iPhone 13 Pro Short Film "Life is But a Dream"

Charlotte Henry · February 18, 2022

An Apple-commissioned short, shot on an iPhone 13 Pro, has been released, as well as a clip showing how it was made.

Kanye West Will Not Make “Donda 2” Available on “Opressive” Platforms Like Apple Music
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Kanye West Will Not Make "Donda 2" Available on "Opressive" Platforms Like Apple Music

Charlotte Henry · February 18, 2022

Kanye West will not put  “Donda 2” on platforms such as Apple Music and Spotify. He said they were part of an “oppressive system”.

New Teaser For “The Problem With Jon Stewart”, Now a Weekly Show
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New Teaser For "The Problem With Jon Stewart", Now a Weekly Show

Charlotte Henry · February 18, 2022

Apple TV+ has released a new teaser for “The Problem With Jon Stewart”, which will return on Apple TV+ on March 3 on a weekly basis.

WaterField Releases ‘CitySlicker’ Case for Valve Steam Deck
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WaterField Releases 'CitySlicker' Case for Valve Steam Deck

Andrew Orr · February 18, 2022

WaterField Designs has unveiled its newest product, the CitySlicker case for Valve’s Steam Deck. Made from ballistic nylon or waxed canvas.

This Engineer Upgraded her iPod Video to Modernize it for 2022
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This Engineer Upgraded her iPod Video to Modernize it for 2022

Andrew Orr · February 18, 2022

Ellie Huxtable wrote this week about how she upgraded her iPod Video with new hardware. Can it run Doom? Why yes, yes it can.

Snapchat Launches Location Sharing Buddy System for Safety
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Snapchat Launches Location Sharing Buddy System for Safety

Andrew Orr · February 18, 2022

Snapchat is rolling out a buddy system so people can share their real-time location with their friends as a safety feature.

Some Early OtterBox Wireless Chargers Being Replaced
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Some Early OtterBox Wireless Chargers Being Replaced

Jeff Butts · February 17, 2022

OtterBox wireless chargers are showing problems with battery swelling under certain conditions. The company is replacing them free of charge.

Judge Dismisses Case That Claims Apple Multiracial Emoji Violate Copyright
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Judge Dismisses Case That Claims Apple Multiracial Emoji Violate Copyright

Charlotte Henry · February 17, 2022

A case against Apple that alleged it copied another firm’s multiracial emoji has been thrown out by a federal judge in California.

Limited-Edition Beats Headphones Celebrating NBA’s 75th Anniversary Drop Saturday
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Limited-Edition Beats Headphones Celebrating NBA's 75th Anniversary Drop Saturday

Charlotte Henry · February 17, 2022

A limited-edition design of the Powerbeats Pro headphones from Beats celebrating the NBA’s 75th anniversary will drop on February 19.

FBI Warns of Money Transfer Scams Over Video Calls
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FBI Warns of Money Transfer Scams Over Video Calls

Andrew Orr · February 17, 2022

The FBI is warning consumers to be aware of scammers impersonating high-level company executives to trick employees into transferring money.

New Game ‘M&M’s Adventure’ Launches in Spring 2022
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New Game 'M&M's Adventure' Launches in Spring 2022

Andrew Orr · February 17, 2022

M&M’S Adventure will be the first mobile game to feature the world-famous M&M’S characters, includes more than 1000 levels.

Apple’s AirTag Stalking Recommendations Wrong, Say Police
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Apple’s AirTag Stalking Recommendations Wrong, Say Police

Jeff Butts · February 17, 2022

Is Apple doing enough and providing good advice for dealing with AirTag stalking? One US police department says no.

Edison Mail for Mac Now Has M1 Support
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Edison Mail for Mac Now Has M1 Support

Charlotte Henry · February 17, 2022

Edison Mail for Mac now has M1 support, the company behind the popular independent app announced in a blog post.

Passware’s Cracking Tool Can Unlock Macs With T2 Chip
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Passware's Cracking Tool Can Unlock Macs With T2 Chip

Andrew Orr · February 17, 2022

Passware’s forensic cracking tool can now be used on Macs that have Apple’s T2 security chip, a report says on Thursday.

Tribit Launches Sports Earbuds and Bluetooth Speaker
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Tribit Launches Sports Earbuds and Bluetooth Speaker

Andrew Orr · February 17, 2022

Tribit has released its first-ever pair of sports earbuds, MoveBuds H1, as well as a portable Bluetooth speaker line, StormBox Micro 2.

SXSW Film Festival: Apple TV+ to Premiere Movie “Cha Cha Real Smooth”
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SXSW Film Festival: Apple TV+ to Premiere Movie "Cha Cha Real Smooth"

Charlotte Henry · February 17, 2022

Apple TV+ will screen four series and the movie “Cha Cha Real Smooth” at the 2022 SXSW Film Festival in March.

EyeQue Launches AR Vision App ‘MyReaderNumber’
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EyeQue Launches AR Vision App 'MyReaderNumber'

Andrew Orr · February 17, 2022

EyeQue’s new AR-powered vision app, MyReaderNumber, lets people take vision tests for near-vision and mid-distance vision.

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