Apple could quit the UK as a result of a US$7billion row taking place in the country’s court system, a lawyer for the company revealed.
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California State University Gives Apple Products to Freshmen
As part of its CSUCCESS program, California State University will provide freshmen and transfer students an iPad Air, Apple Pencil, and a Smart Keyboard Folio.
Ledger Wallet for Crypto Adds Catalog for Decentralized Apps
Ledger announced on Monday the introduction of a new tab in its Ledger Live app. It’s a catalog for decentralized services for users.
Blix Antirust Case Against Apple Dismissed by Judge
A Delaware judge has granted Apple’s motion to dismiss a case brought against it by Blix, the company behind BlueMail.
iCloud Mail Suffers System Outage for Many Apple Users
Some Apple users are finding that iCloud Mail is experiencing an ongoing system outage on Monday, starting around 9:00AM ET.
Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage Opens for Chia Crypto Farming
Backblaze will now support storage for pooled Chia cryptocurrency plots in addition to the full plot storage it recently offered.
Apple TV+ and 'Ted Lasso' Dominate Streaming Nominations at Inaugural HCA TV Awards
Apple TV+ content has received 15 nominations at the inaugural HCA TV Awards with eight of those coming for ‘Ted Lasso’.
Former Apple Exec N’Jeri Eaton to Lead Netflix Podcasting Operations
Former Apple executive N’Jeri Eaton will join Netflix later this month, where she will lead its podcasting operations.
'Charon': Feature Film Made on iPhone 8 Plus Goes on Sale at Cannes
Jennifer Zhang created thriller ‘Charon’ using just an iPhone 8 Plus, and this week it was being sold at the Cannes film festival.
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.