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Apple Joint Venture Program Ends on February 22
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Apple Joint Venture Program Ends on February 22

Andrew Orr · January 20, 2021

Apple’s Joint Venture support program for businesses is ending on February 22, but an AppleCare program will be able to replace it.

LG Display Stops LCD Production for iPhone
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LG Display Stops LCD Production for iPhone

Charlotte Henry · January 20, 2021

LG Display has stopped producing LCD panels for iPhones as the work was particularly profitable for the company.

ViacomCBS Replaces CBS All Access With Paramount+
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ViacomCBS Replaces CBS All Access With Paramount+

Andrew Orr · January 20, 2021

CBS All Access is going away and a new service will take its place. ViacomCBS announced the launch of Paramount+.

Netflix Adds Randomize Button for its 200 Million Subscribers
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Netflix Adds Randomize Button for its 200 Million Subscribers

Andrew Orr · January 20, 2021

Netflix has reached the 200 million subscriber mark, COO and chief product officer Greg Peters said during an earnings Q&A. Mr. Peters also revealed a new feature coming to the service.

Zayn Malik-Inspired Avatars Come to ā€˜Harry Potter: Puzzles & Spells’
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Zayn Malik-Inspired Avatars Come to 'Harry Potter: Puzzles & Spells'

Charlotte Henry · January 19, 2021

There are new avatars available for all players of the popularĀ Harry Potter: Puzzles & Spells game, inspired by recording artist Zayn Mailk.

Former Warner Bros Exec JP Richards Joins Apple TV+
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Former Warner Bros Exec JP Richards Joins Apple TV+

Andrew Orr · January 19, 2021

JP Richards has joined Apple as head of film marketing strategy for Apple TV+. He was formerly Co-President of Worldwide Marketing at Warner Bros.

Ted Lasso Scores Three Critics Choice Awards Nominations
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Ted Lasso Scores Three Critics Choice Awards Nominations

Charlotte Henry · January 19, 2021

Apple TV+ show Ted Lasso has been nominated in three categories for the 26th annual Critics Choice Awards – Netflix leads on 26 nominations.

New Apple Podcasts Spotlight Feature Highlights Creators
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New Apple Podcasts Spotlight Feature Highlights Creators

Andrew Orr · January 19, 2021

Apple has added a new feature to Podcasts on iOS and macOS called Spotlight. It showcases rising creators in the podcasting world.

Twelve South’s New ParcSlope Stand Works for Mac and iPad
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Twelve South’s New ParcSlope Stand Works for Mac and iPad

Andrew Orr · January 19, 2021

Twelve South introduced a new stand called ParcSlope that works with MacBooks and iPads. Itā€˜s available to purchase for US$59.99.

Apple Shares Photos From ā€˜Shot on iPhone 12’ Campaign
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Apple Shares Photos From ā€˜Shot on iPhone 12’ Campaign

Andrew Orr · January 19, 2021

Apple has shared photosĀ shot on iPhone 12 from people around the world, showcasing what these powerful cameras can do.

Steve Jobs  to be Included in President Trump’s National Garden of American Heroes
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Steve Jobs to be Included in President Trump's National Garden of American Heroes

Charlotte Henry · January 18, 2021

Steve Jobs was included in a list by President Donald J. Trump of people who will be memorialized in the National Garden of American Heroes.

Trump Administration Stops Shipments from Intel And Others to Huawei
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Trump Administration Stops Shipments from Intel And Others to Huawei

Charlotte Henry · January 18, 2021

The outgoing Trump Administration has notified Huawei suppliers that it is revoking certain licences to sell to the Chinese firm.

Microsoft Edge Beta Now Supports Apple M1 Macs
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Microsoft Edge Beta Now Supports Apple M1 Macs

Andrew Orr · January 18, 2021

Apple users with an M1 Mac who are interested in running beta versions of Microsoft Edge can now do so thanks to recent support.

Dating App Bumble Latest to Warn of Apple’s Privacy
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Dating App Bumble Latest to Warn of Apple’s Privacy

Andrew Orr · January 18, 2021

Dating app Bumble filed its IPO on Friday with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, mentioning iOS 14 privacy as a potential risk.

Second Part of Apple’s ā€˜Taking Action on Racial Equity and Justice’ Learning Series Starts Today
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Second Part of Apple's 'Taking Action on Racial Equity and Justice' Learning Series Starts Today

Charlotte Henry · January 18, 2021

The second challenge in Apple’s ‘Taking Action on Racial Equity and Justice’ learning series began on Monday, Martin Luther King Day.

Lawsuit Wants to Force Apple to Remove Telegram From App Store
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Lawsuit Wants to Force Apple to Remove Telegram From App Store

Andrew Orr · January 18, 2021

A nonpartisan group called Coalition for a Safer Web filed a lawsuit against Apple wanting the company to remove Telegram from the App Store.

Does a ā€˜Better Normal’ Mean Robots In Your Home?
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Does a ā€˜Better Normal’ Mean Robots In Your Home?

Jeff Butts · January 18, 2021

Samsung’s vision of a “better normal” means robots in your home. Jeff Butts isn’t convinced that’s such a bright idea, though.

A Robotic Chef Could Be in Your Near Future
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A Robotic Chef Could Be in Your Near Future

Jeff Butts · January 16, 2021

If cooking isn’t really your thing but you don’t want to dine out all the time, perhaps this robotic chef will improve your eating habits.

Kingston Introduces DataTraveler Kyson to Line of High Performance Flash Drives
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Kingston Introduces DataTraveler Kyson to Line of High Performance Flash Drives

John F. Braun · January 16, 2021

Kingston introduces DataTraveler Kyson,Ā a Type-A USB flash drive with a stylish, capless metal case, so there’s no cap to lose.

Origin Wireless Announces Hex Home Wave-Based Security System
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Origin Wireless Announces Hex Home Wave-Based Security System

John F. Braun · January 16, 2021

Origin Wireless announcedĀ Hex Home, a wave-based home security system at Pepcom’s Digital Experience! at CES 2021.

Level Touch Smart Lock Packs Smart Features into a Small Packge with HomeKit Support
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Level Touch Smart Lock Packs Smart Features into a Small Packge with HomeKit Support

John F. Braun · January 16, 2021

Level introduces Level Touch, a smart lock that doesn’t look like one, but packs in many advanced features, including HomeKit integration.

Judge Denies Apple Appeal in VirnetX Patent Case
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Judge Denies Apple Appeal in VirnetX Patent Case

Andrew Orr · January 15, 2021

U.S. District Judge Robert Schroeder has denied Apple’s appeal to reduce a US$502.8 million patent infringement verdict.

Rumor: Apple Could Release ā€˜Podcasts+’ to Compete With Spotify
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Rumor: Apple Could Release ā€˜Podcasts+’ to Compete With Spotify

Andrew Orr · January 15, 2021

The third rumor on Friday fromĀ Bloomberg involves Apple working on a podcast subscription service to compete with Spotify.

Tim Cook Tells Parler to ā€˜Get Their Moderation Together’ if it Wants to Return to App Store
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Tim Cook Tells Parler to 'Get Their Moderation Together' if it Wants to Return to App Store

Charlotte Henry · January 15, 2021

Apple CEO Tim Cook told Fox News Sunday that Parler needs to “get their moderation together” in order to get back on the App Store.

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