An upcoming version of the Quibi app will include AirPlay support, signaling a rather significant shift for the streaming service.
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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.
iOS 13.5 Jailbreak on Its Way in Days, Hackers Claim
A jailbreak for all recent iOS versions, including iOS 13.5, is imminent, according to the hackers behind the unc0ver tool.
Apple Celebrates Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2020
Apple is highlighting features across its products for Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2020 in the App Store and on Apple.com.
Jamf Protect Adds Malware Prevention and Unified Log Forwarding
Today Jamf is adding new capabilities to its Jamf Protect product. The update adds malware prevention and unified log forwarding.
Google Podcasts for iPhone Gets CarPlay Support
Version 2.0 of Google Podcasts for iPhone introduces CarPlay support for the app, along with some bug fixes.
Apple’s New Austin Campus Will Have a Six-Story Hotel
According to a revised site plan approved on April 29, Apple’s upcoming campus in Austin will feature a 75,500 sq.ft. hotel.
Apple Music: How to 'View Lyrics' And Sing-Along to Your Favorite Songs
Apple Music has a great, albeit fairly well hidden, Show Lyrics function that allows you to sing along on your Mac, iPad, or iPhone.