As a Dutch regulator levies the 10th fine against Apple for its failure to comply with orders to allow third-party payment systems for dating apps, it warns that there may be higher fines in the future.
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Suppliers Deny the Rumors that Apple AirPods Orders Were Cut by 10 Million Units
Two suppliers of Apple AirPods denied the rumors that Apple requested the reduction of AirPods production by 10 million units in 2022. The AirPods EMS suppliers said that production is normal and nothing has changed.
Apple Granted Patent for Sleep Mask Wearable Device
Apple was granted a patent for a sleep mask wearable device that would offer a comfortable headphone solution and light-blocking mask.
Suspects Who Used Apple Watch to Track Victims, Drug Dealers and Runners
Seven people who used an Apple Watch to track victims, drug dealers, were indicted. One faces a narcotics conspiracy charge.
Reddit Brings Back Wonderfully Chaotic r/Place for April Fool's Day
Reddit brings back infamous r/Place for April Fool’s Day, giving Redditors a chance to experience a real time digital canvas.
iPad Pro Lineup Expected to Get M2 Chip, MagSafe Charging by Fall
Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman has made predictions concerning the new iPad Pro. The device is expected sometime this fall, with the new M2 chip.
'This is Our Moment' - CODA Delivers Historic Wins for Deaf Community and Apple TV+
CODA brings home three Oscars at the 94th Academy Awards. This is a first for streaming services and a historic win for the deaf community.
Meta's WhatsApp Tests New 2GB File Size Limit for Users in Argentina
Meta-owned WhatsApp is testing a new feature that allows some users in Argentina to send files up 2GB. Currently, no word on a release.
Man Arrested for Tracking Car by Attaching Apple Watch to a Wheel
A Nashville man with a history of threatening and abusive behavior used his Apple Watch to track his girlfriend’s car, reports say.
Apple Plans to Cut iPhone SE Supply Due to Weaker-Than-Expected Demand
Apple is reportedly reducing the supply of the iPhone SE next quarter due to weakening demand brought by the Ukraine war.
Update to Google Chrome Browser Fixes High-Severity Issues
Google released a new version of its Chrome browser for macOS to address high-severity security issues that could be exploited by hackers.
Analyst Suggests Bigger Rear-Camera Bump on iPhone 14 Pro Lineup is For 48MP Camera
One analyst offered a reason for a larger camera bump on schematics for the iPhone 14 Pro models. It may be a new 48MP camera system.
Apple Issues New Round of Employee Retention Stock Bonuses
The fresh batch of employee stock bonuses are worth up to $200,000 each at current value, vesting at 25% each year.
Wedbush Analyst Daniel Ives Declares a Big Year for Apple
In a note to investors, Dan Ives states that he expects Apple stock to climb to $200, despite supply issues the company has faced.
Apple Needs to Promote Cross-Platform Messaging, Make iMessage Play Nicely with 'Smaller' Apps
EU laws seeking better cross-platform messaging will require iMessage and other messaging apps work better with other smaller platforms.
Apple TV+ Premieres New Historical Drama Pachinko
Today Apple TV+ premieres the new 8 episode television series Pachinko, based off the titular novel by Min Jin Lee.
European Council Establishes New Rules For "GateKeeping" Tech Giants
The European Council established new rules for tech giants Thursday evening. Over a period of four years, Big Tech will have to make changes.
British Police Arrest 7 Suspected Okta Hackers
British police recently arrested seven people, aged 16 to 21, as part of its investigation into the group of Okta hackers known as Lapsus$.
Apple Hardware Subscription for iPhone May Launch In 2022
Apple might launch a new hardware subscription service for iPhone that will allow customers to avail new handsets by paying monthly dues.
Users in Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver Get New Apple Maps Features Including 3D City View
Apple Maps rolls out 3D city view, enhanced navigation, immersive walking directions and more features in Montreal, Vancouver and Toronto.
Ming-Chi Kuo Prediction: New 15-Inch MacBook Won't Be a MacBook Air
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo’s latest prediction points to a 15-Inch MacBook that won’t be a MacBook Air at all, but part of a new lineup.
Apple Now Employs 50% of US Staff from Underrepresented Communities
In its most recent Inclusion and Diversity report, Apple goes through the numbers showcasing the company becoming more inclusive.
CODA and Ted Lasso Bring Home Awards for Apple TV+
Apple TV’s CODA as well as Ted Lasso received awards at Ardios Casting Awards. Both CODA and Ted Lasso have received numerous awards.
Apple To Pay $14.8 Million to Paid iCloud Storage Subscribers for Class Action Settlement
Apple agreed to a $14.2 million out-of-court settlement to iCloud paid storage subscribers in a breach of contract class action lawsuit.
