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PSA: The Deadline to Add ‘Sign In with Apple’ is Tuesday, June 30
The deadline for developers to add Sign In with Apple into their apps is coming up tomorrow, June 30. Andrew has several guides available for readers.
PSA: Don’t Install macOS Big Sur on the Same APFS Container as Older Versions
In our Mac Geek Gab forums, Brian Monroe has a warning for people wanting to try the macOS Big Sur beta.
Apple Announces Design Awards Winners for 2020
The winners of this year’s Apple Design Awards have been announced with developers of both apps and games receiving the accolade.
Exxon Mobil Offers 3% Cash Back With Apple Pay
Exxon Mobil is offering a deal for Apple customers. When you use Exxon and Mobil stations you can get 3% cash back with Apple Pay.
Department of Justice Takes Hard Look at Apple's 30% Tax
As part of its ongoing antitrust investigation, the Department of Justice is examining Apple’s rules for the App Store, like the 30% tax.
TikTok to Stop Reading iPhone Users’ Clipboards
TikTok is to stop reading the contents of users’ clipboards after the recent beta release of iOS 14 revealed the practice was still going on.
Apple Adds Encrypted DNS Support to iOS 14, macOS 11
A WWDC20 presentation shows how Apple is adding support for encrypted DNS to iOS 14 and macOS 11. It will support HTTPS and TLS.
Brainstorm by Mapping Your Mind (Part 2)
In the thrilling conclusion to last week’s mind-mapping column, this week Dr. Mac talks about four macOS mind-mapping apps.
Macworld All-Star Band Reunites for Musicians’ COVID Relief Fund
The Macworld All-Star Band, best known for appearances at the now-defunct Macworld Conference & Expo, reunited for a virtual performance of “Feelin’ Alright,” that was released earlier today.
Apple Snags International Thriller ‘Losing Alice’
Apple is partnering with Dori Media productions in Israel on a neo-noir psychological thriller called “Losing Alice.”
Google Launches New News Partnership
Google has announced a licensing program for “high-quality” news content from publications from all round the world.
New Henge Vertical MacBook Docks Available for Purchase
Brydge announced its new line of Vertical MacBook Docks for all current models. Some of them can be purchased now, others will come later.
Exclusive: Logitech Crayon to Support Scribble for iPad
The Mac Observer has learned that Scrrible for iPad will not just be for Apple Pencil users – the Logitech Crayon will support it too.
DOJ and States Attorneys General Turning Antitrust Attention on Apple
The Department of Justice (DOJ) and various state attorneys general are reportedly looking into launching an antitrust probe against Apple.
Apple Orders New Comedy Series ‘The Afterparty’
Apple has given a straight-to-series order for a comedy series called “The Afterparty” from Academy Award winners Chris Miller and Phil Lord.
Apple Acquires Device Management Company ‘Fleetsmith’
Fleetsmith announced its acquisition by Apple today. The company specializes in mobile device management (MDM).
Commercial Hackintosh Gone Before the Lawyers Can Stop Drooling
A new commercial Hackintosh has come and gone in not much longer than it would have taken the Bitcoin to buy it to clear. The OpenCore Computer Velociraptor appears to have gone extinct before it was ever really born.
Safari 14 Adds Face ID, Touch ID to FIDO Logins
A feature coming to Safari 14 later this year involves logging into websites with Face ID and Touch ID through the Web Authentication API.
iPhone 12 Could Get Faster Charging With 20-Watt Charger in Box
Apple may ship at least some iPhone 12 models my ship with a 20-watt charger according to new reports from the leaker Mr. White.
Check Out The WWDC20 Playlist on Apple Music
The WWDC20 playlist is here on Apple Music. The opening playlist features Glass Animals, Alicia Keys, Weezer, The Killers, and others.
iOS 14 Accessibility Listens Out For Your Safety
If you have hearing problems, this new iOS 14 accessibility feature, Sound Monitoring, can alert you to important noises.
Record Your Interaction With Police Using a Shortcut
The fear of police brutality is growing at a fever pitch. Jeff Butts shows how your iPhone can record your interaction with police.
WWDC 2020: Here’s the macOS Big Sur Device Support List
The Mac Observer has a macOS Big Sur device support list so you can find out if your Mac can run Apple’s newest Mac operating system.