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Vote Against Tim Cook Pay Packet, Group Urges AAPL Shareholders
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Vote Against Tim Cook Pay Packet, Group Urges AAPL Shareholders

Charlotte Henry · February 17, 2022

A leading shareholder advisory group has urged clients with AAPL stock to vote against a pay package for Tim Cook worth over US$98 million.

Apple Seeds Latest Developer Betas of iOS 15.4, iPadOS 15.4, watchOS 8.5,  macOS Monterey 12.3 [Updated]
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Apple Seeds Latest Developer Betas of iOS 15.4, iPadOS 15.4, watchOS 8.5, macOS Monterey 12.3 [Updated]

Charlotte Henry · February 16, 2022

The latest versions of watchOS 8.5, iOS and iPadOS 15.4, and macOS Monterey 12.3 are now available to registered developers.

Boost and Breach Insurance Partner on Crypto Wallet Insurance
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Boost and Breach Insurance Partner on Crypto Wallet Insurance

Andrew Orr · February 16, 2022

Boost Insurance and Breach Insurance are partnering to launch the first-ever crypto wallet insurance product. It’s called Crypto Shield.

OpenSea and CoinTracker Want to Help With NFT Taxes
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OpenSea and CoinTracker Want to Help With NFT Taxes

Andrew Orr · February 16, 2022

Do you need help with your NFT taxes? Good news, OpenSea and CoinTracker are teaming up to help consumers.

New York Attorney General Warns of Malicious AirTag Tracking
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New York Attorney General Warns of Malicious AirTag Tracking

Andrew Orr · February 16, 2022

New York Attorney General Letitia James issued a consumer alert to warn New Yorkers of malicious AirTag tracking.

Android Announces Ad Privacy Changes, Takes Swipe at Apple
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Android Announces Ad Privacy Changes, Takes Swipe at Apple

Charlotte Henry · February 16, 2022

Google announced an overhaul in its approach to advertising and privacy on Android phones, and got in a swipe at Apple.

New Chrome OS Flex Could Revive Your Old Mac
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New Chrome OS Flex Could Revive Your Old Mac

Andrew Orr · February 16, 2022

Google has introduced Chrome OS Flex, its project that lets individuals, schools, or businesses put Chrome OS on their aging machines.

“Severance”: Apple TV+ Show Inspired by ‘Corporate Misery’
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"Severance": Apple TV+ Show Inspired by 'Corporate Misery'

Charlotte Henry · February 16, 2022

Forthcoming Apple TV+ series “Severance” was prompted by creator Dan Erickson’s own experience of corporate life, he revealed.

UK Local Authority Sues Apple Over China iPhone Sales Prediction
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UK Local Authority Sues Apple Over China iPhone Sales Prediction

Charlotte Henry · February 15, 2022

A local authority in England has launched a class-action lawsuit against Apple over comments regarding iPhone sales in China.

Facebook News Feed Becomes “Feed”
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Facebook News Feed Becomes "Feed"

Charlotte Henry · February 15, 2022

Facebook announced that, over 15 years since it launched, the News Feed feature will simply be known as “Feed”.

Totallee Hybrid MagSafe Cases Released for iPhone 12
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Totallee Hybrid MagSafe Cases Released for iPhone 12

Andrew Orr · February 15, 2022

Hybrid MagSafe cases for the iPhone 12 series are available from totallee for US$39. In December these cases were released for the iPhone 13.

New Apple Auction Includes Items From Steve Jobs, Doug Engelbart, With Atari Application
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New Apple Auction Includes Items From Steve Jobs, Doug Engelbart, With Atari Application

Andrew Orr · February 15, 2022

RR Auction is presenting a new auction, one that is themed called “The Steve Jobs Revolution: Engelbart, Atari, and Apple.”

New England Patriots Docuseries “The Dynasty” Coming to Apple TV+
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New England Patriots Docuseries "The Dynasty" Coming to Apple TV+

Charlotte Henry · February 15, 2022

Apple TV+ has ordered docuseries “The Dynasty” about the New England Patriots, reflecting on the 20-year Brady-Belichick-Kraft era.

GiveSendGo Data Breach Affects Donors of ‘Freedom Convoy’
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GiveSendGo Data Breach Affects Donors of 'Freedom Convoy'

Andrew Orr · February 15, 2022

Attackers have breached the systems of GiveSendGo, a Christian fundraising platform. People who donated to the Freedom Convoy in Canada.

Apple Music Replay 2022 Playlist Now Available
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Apple Music Replay 2022 Playlist Now Available

Andrew Orr · February 15, 2022

The Apple Music Replay 2022 playlist is now available for subscribers to peruse. It’s a fun way to see which songs you played the most.

BBEdit 14.1 Update Adds Support for Shortcuts on Mac
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BBEdit 14.1 Update Adds Support for Shortcuts on Mac

Andrew Orr · February 15, 2022

BBEdit 14.1 is out on Tuesday and adds support for Shortcuts, an expanded notes system, and a new image viewer.

‘BackPack’ iMac Shelf Can Hold Accessories on Your Stand
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'BackPack' iMac Shelf Can Hold Accessories on Your Stand

Andrew Orr · February 15, 2022

Twelve South has a new BackPack iMac shelf. It comes in different colors to match your device so you can display accessories

Apple’s App Store Policies Under Fire by Another Dutch Group
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Apple’s App Store Policies Under Fire by Another Dutch Group

Jeff Butts · February 14, 2022

According to a Dutch foundations, Apple’s and Google’s app store policies have cost residents more than a billion euros in excess payments.

Missouri Backs Away From ‘View Source’ Hacking Prosecution
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Missouri Backs Away From 'View Source' Hacking Prosecution

Andrew Orr · February 14, 2022

A Cole County prosecutor has declined to prosecute reporter Josh Renaud over claims that he hacked into the state’s website.

BlockFi Pays $100 Million Penalty to SEC Over Crypto Lending Product
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BlockFi Pays $100 Million Penalty to SEC Over Crypto Lending Product

Andrew Orr · February 14, 2022

The SEC has penalized BlockFi US$100 million after it failed to register high-yield interest accounts as securities.

Automation Notifications Are a Thing of the Past in iOS 15.4
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Automation Notifications Are a Thing of the Past in iOS 15.4

Jeff Butts · February 14, 2022

If notifications when your shortcuts run has you down, here’s good news. iOS 15.4 should allow you to disable automation notifications.

With Series Over, Apple TV+ Celebrates “Dickinson”
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With Series Over, Apple TV+ Celebrates "Dickinson"

Charlotte Henry · February 14, 2022

Apple TV+ series “Dickinson” has come to an end after three seasons, but new videos celebrate all aspects of the show.

FBI: BlackByte Ransomware Attacks Critical Infrastructure
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FBI: BlackByte Ransomware Attacks Critical Infrastructure

Andrew Orr · February 14, 2022

The FBI and Secret Service have seen signs of BlackByte ransomware attacking at least three critical infrastructure sectors in the U.S.

Texas Sues Meta Over Facebook Facial Recognition
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Texas Sues Meta Over Facebook Facial Recognition

Andrew Orr · February 14, 2022

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit against Meta. It seeks civil penalties due to Facebook’s facial recognition practices.

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