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macOS 10.15.5 APFS Bug Affects Bootable Backup Drives
An APFS bug was found in macOS Catalina 10.15.5 and it affects bootable backups created by software such as Carbon Copy Cloner.
Apple Acquires Machine Learning Startup Inductiv to Improve Data Siri Uses
Apple has acquired machine learning startup Inductiv, Inc to improve Siri, machine learning, and Apple’s data science endeavors.
HBO Cuts Apple TV Channels Integration After HBO Max Launch
HBO stopped integration with Apple TV Channels for new customers after launching its HBO Max streaming service.
Apple Lands Rights to New Martin Scorsese Movie 'Killers of the Flower Moon'
Apple appears to have won the race to air the latest Martin Scorsese movie on its streaming service – a major win for Apple TV+.
Tim Cook Pays Tribute to Legendary LGBTQ Activist Larry Kramer
Tim Cook has paid tribute to Larry Kramer, the legendary LGBTQ activist, author, and playwright, who he described as “an American original.”
Quibi to Support AirPlay From June
An upcoming version of the Quibi app will include AirPlay support, signaling a rather significant shift for the streaming service.
YouTube Kids App Now Available on Apple TV
There is now a YouTube Kids app for Apple TV, the first time the service has had a specific app on the platform.
Apple to Reboot Classic ‘Fraggle Rock’ Series
Apple announced a new partnership with The Jim Henson Company to reboot “Fraggle Rock”, following the success of “Fraggle Rock: Rock On!” on Apple TV+.
HBO Max Goes Live in U.S.
AT&T’s much-previewed streaming service HBO Max has launched in the U.S., featuring a host of big-name shows and movies.
macOS 10.15.5 Brings Battery Health Management
Apple released macOS 10.15.5 today, bringing Battery Health Management, bug fixes, an update to FaceTime, and more.
Apple to Reopen About 100 U.S. Stores This Week
Around 100 U.S. Apple Stores are set to reopen, the company announced, with many offering curbside service and other safety precautions.
Bill And Melinda Gates Foundation Increases AAPL Holding
The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation increased is holding in Apple (AAPL) and other tech stock during the first quarter of 2020.
Spotify 10,000 Song Limit Goes Away in Update
Spotify has removed the 10,000 song limit it imposed on user libraries. This means that you can now save as many songs and albums as you like to the My Library section.
Apple Fixes ‘This App is no Longer Shared With You’ Bug
Over the weekend Apple fixed a bug related to Family Sharing where users saw a message saying, “This app is no longer shared with you.”
iPhone Shipments Remain Resilient as Smartphone Sales Slide in Face of Coronavirus Outbreak
iPhone shipments in Q1 2020 were down five percent compared to the same time last year, but Apple still fared better than many of its rivals.
Apple Pro Display XDR Wins 2020 Display Industry Award
These are awarded to displays that “embody the profound level of innovation within the industry and exemplify how crucial displays have become to nearly every aspect of daily life.”
In Observance of Memorial Day
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, May 26th. Please stay safe.
Apple TV+ Series on Gawker in Development
An Apple TV+ series about legendary news and gossip website Gawker is reportedly in the early stages of development.
AirPods Ad ‘Bounce’ Wins Best of Advertising Award
Apple’s AirPods ad called “Bounce” has won a Best of Advertising award in the 99th annual Art Director’s Club awards for advertising.
New Series ‘Little Voice’ Comes to Apple TV+ July 10
“Little Voice”, a series from J.J. Abrams, Sara Bareilles, and Jessica Nelson, is coming to Apple TV+ on July 10.
Apple Looking for Exec to Lead Original Podcasts Push
Apple is reportedly looking to increases its original podcasts offering and is searching for an executive to lead the push.
Apple Announces Short-Form Docuseries ‘Greatness Code’
On Wednesday Apple announced a short form docuseries called “Greatness Code featuring stories from LeBron James, Tom Brady, and others.
Apple to Update Schoolwork App to Support Homeschooling
Apple is set to release a software update to its Schoolwork app to make it easier for teachers to manage assignments and handouts.