Apple announced on Wednesday that the App Store’s billings and sales generated US$643 billion in 2020, in spite of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Bribery Charges Against Apple Security Chief Dismissed
A judge has dismissed the charges against Thomas Moyer, Apple’s head of global security, saying that the main part of the case was “pure speculation.”
Tim Cook Tells Apple Staff to Come Back to Office For at Least Three Days a Week From September
Apple CEO Tim Cook has told staff that he wants them to return to the office for a minimum of three days a week from September.
Satechi Launches iPad Pro Stand With Built-In Hub
On Thursday Satechi revealed a new aluminum stand for iPad Pro, and it has built-in ports for accessories like SD cards and others.
Elcomsoft Cracks Latest Version of Encryption Tool ‘Veracrypt’
Elcomsoft, a company that sells forensics software, announced on Thursday that it has successfully cracked the latest version of Veracrypt.
'The Mosquito Coast' Will Return For Season Two on Apple TV+
The Mosquito Coast has been renewed for a second season on Apple TV+, ahead of the first series finale, which will premiere Friday.
Season Three of Apple TV+ Hit 'Dickinson' is Now Shooting, Star Jane Krakowski Reveals
The cast and crew of Dickinson are back at work shooting season three of the Apple TV+ hit, star Jane Krakowski has confirmed.
China, Not Taiwan, Now Home to Most Apple Suppliers
China and Hong Kong combined were the biggest sources of Apple suppliers in 2020, knocking Tawain of the top spot.
Apple Podcast Subscriptions Rollout Faces Delay
The rollout of subscriptions in Apple Podcasts, expected in May, has been delayed and will now happen later this month.
Apple TV+ Wins Rights to Comedy ‘The Big Door Prize’ From ‘Schitt’s Creek' Writer David West Read
Apple TV+ has landed the rights to comedy series The Big Door Prize from Schitt’s Creek writer and executive producer David West Read.
The Apple TV App Now Available on Nvidia SHIELD
Starting on Tuesday, Nvidia SHIELD owners can use the Apple TV app to purchase or rent movies and TV shows, and access Apple TV+.
Coinbase Cards Can Now be Added to Apple Pay
People who have a Coinbase Card can add it to Apple Pay starting this week, the cryptocurrency exchange announced on Tuesday.
WWDC 2021: More Women Than Ever Enter and Win Swift Student Challenge
More young women than ever before both applied and have been victorious at the 2021 Swift Student Challenge and will attend WWDC.
Facebook-Funded Study Says iOS 14 Privacy Settings are Harmful
A paper that was recently posted to Social Science Research Network says that iOS 14’s App Tracking Transparency harms competition and consumers.
In Observance of Memorial Day 2021
In honor of Memorial Day, a U.S. holiday, The Mac Observer will be taking the day off. We will resume our regular coverage of the Apple Mac, iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch world on Tuesday, June 1st. Please stay safe.
Brydge Air MAX+ Keyboard is Now Available to Preorder
The latest keyboard from Brydge is the Brydge Air MAX+ for the iPad Air and iPad Pro 11-inch. It’s available to preorder today.
macOS Big Sur 11.4 Patched a Ton of Security Flaws
Apple released new version of its operating systems and shared the security content for macOS Big Sur 11.4.
Apple Not Working on Second Gen AirPods Max
Apple is not working on the second generation of AirPods Max, however the base level and Pro AirPods are both set for an update.
[Updated] Oprah Winfrey and Prince Harry “The Me You Can’t See: A Path Forward,” Free Town Hall Available on Apple TV+
A town hall conversation based on the Apple TV+ series ‘The Me You Can’t See’ hosted by Oprah and Prince Harry premiered Friday.
Apple's Lisa Jackson Backs Biden Clean Energy Standard at ARPA-E Summit
Apple’s Vice President Lisa Jackson used an appearance at the ARPA-E innovation summit to back President Biden’s Clean Energy Standard.
University of Nevada Freshman Get Free iPad Air and More
The University of Nevada is partnering with Apple for incoming freshmen for the Fall 2021 semester to provide Apple gear.
'Game of Thrones'/'The Flight Attendant' Star Michiel Huisman Joins Cast of Apple TV+ Thriller 'Echo 3'
Michiel Huisman has joined the cast of the forthcoming Apple TV+ thriller series ‘Echo 3’ and will star alongside Luke Evans.
Get a Free Apple Watch When You Buy a 2022 Kia EV6 First Edition
The first 1,500 sales of the 2022 Kia EV6 First Edition will come with a free Apple Watch. If you already have one there are other gifts.
Daytime Emmy Awards 2021: Apple TV+ Shows 'Ghostwriter' And 'Helpsters' Earn Nominations
Apple TV+ shows ‘Helpsters’ and ‘Ghostwriter’ have been nominated for Daytime Emmy Awards, with the 2021 ceremony airing June 25 on CBS.