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iPhone 15 Pro Rumor Says that Face ID Will Be Hidden Under Panel Created by Samsung
Samsung is rumored to be developing technology that will allow Apple to hide the iPhone 15 Pro Face ID sensors under the panel.
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[U] Apple Music, Other Online Services Face Second Day of Outages
For the second day in a row, users are reporting an Apple Music outage as well as issues using other of Apple’s online services.
Ukrainian Developer MacPaw Develops Anti-Spyware Software in Fight Against Russia
Ukrainian developers MacPaw announces the release of its anti-spying app SpyBuster, a free download to help against the fight with Russia.
MacBook Air Possibly to Arrive in 2022, Murmurs of New Mac Pro
Rumors are circulating that a new MacBook Air will be announced in 2022. No new MacBook Pro models are expected until 2023, though.
Okta Claims ‘No Corrective Actions’ Needed After Security Breach
As details emerge of the recent Okta security breach, customers wonder what the security firm isn’t telling them.
New Scan Text Feature Makes is Easier to Scan Physical Notes to iOS 15.4
With the new iOS 15.4 update comes a host of new features. Scan text is a new feature that allows your iPhone camera to scan physical text.
Apple Facing Ninth Weekly Fine in The Netherlands
The Netherlands has imposed a 9th fine on Apple for not complying with its order regarding payment methods for dating apps.
Alaska Airline is Testing the Use of iPad Pros for Check-in Stations
Alaska Airline is field-testing iPad Pros as self-check-in stations at the San Jose Norman Y. Mineta International Airport.
Apple Questioned for Barring Third-Party ECG Apps from Working with Apple Watch
Apple is being accused of trying to monopolize the heart rate app market by barring third-party ECG apps from working properly under watchOS.
Verizon to Offer 5G Ultra Wideband Service to More U.S. Cities This Year
Verizon acquired early clearance for its C-Band spectrum. This will allow the company to deploy 5G Ultra Wideband service to more US cities.
Customers Can Upgrade Studio Display Stand After Purchase
Even though Apple says users cannot upgrade the Studio Display stand after purchase, internal documents suggest otherwise.
Bipartisan Senate Bill Could Make ‘Right to Repair’ National Mandate
A bipartisan Senate bill recently introduced hopes to make Right to Repair federal law, not just a national movement.
Courts in Russia Declare Meta an "Extremist Organization," Ban App
On Monday, a Moscow court declared Meta an extremist organization. The company must adhere to new laws if it wishes to get the ban lifted.
Asahi Linux Publishes First Alpha Release for Mac M1 Products
Asahi announces that the alpha build of their OS is available for download. This brings the opportunity of dual booting for many M1 Macs.
Google and Android TV Lose Ability to Buy/Rent Movies in Apple TV App Update
The latest Apple TV app update for Google and Android removes the ability to buy and rent movies from iTunes on those devices.
JP Morgan Analyst Thinks iPhone SE Lead Times Show Promise
Those wanting the latest iPhone SE may be waiting a bit longer, as lead times across the globe are steadily increasing.
Apple’s Studio Display Has 64GB Internal Storage, Only 2GB Is In Use
Apple Studio Display is using only 2GB of its 64GB internal storage, while the rest lies idle, wasted and unused.
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Apple Experiencing iCloud Outages, Other Issues [U] Resolved
Apple is currently experiencing multiple outages across several of their services. Issues have persisted throughout Monday.
Studio Display Has a Unique Power Cord That Apple Says Is Not Removable
Apple Studio Display’s power cord is technically not removable. However, it cam be detached using a special tool and extra effort.
Apple Watch Series 3 May Finally Reach Its End-of-Life
The time for Apple Watch Series 3 to go gently into that good night may be near. It won’t be powerful enough for watchOS 9, says one analyst.
Former Employee Defrauded Apple Out of $10 Million for Several Years
A former employee has been indicted on five charges that he defrauded Apple of more than $10 million in monetary loss over several years.
My Take on Mac Studio and Studio Display
Dr. Mac offers his take on the new Mac Studio and Studio Display Apple introduced last week.
Electric Vehicle Routing Now Available on Apple Maps, If You Drive a Ford Mach-E
It seems Apple has quietly rolled out an electric vehicle routing feature along with the release of iOS 15.4. Ford announced that EV routing now works with its Mustang Mach-E vehicles and the feature helps find charging stops during your trip.