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Flic Smart Button System with Flic 2, Flic Hub LR and HomeKit Support
Flic Smart Button System now features the Flic 2 smart button, support for the Flic Hub LR, and support for Apple’s HomeKit.
Nooie Shows Full Featured Cam Doorbell
Nooie is showing their latest product, the Nooie Cam Doorbell, at the Techfluence CES Preview event.
iPhone 11 Was Most Popular New Device During December 2020
The iPhone 11 was the smartphone with the most new device activations in December 2020, with the iPhone 12 Pro Max and iPhone 12 next in line.
UK Competition Authority Launches Investigation into Google
The UK’s Competition and Market Authority has launched an investigation into changes proposed by Google’s Privacy Sandbox project.
Hyundai and Apple Are 'in Discussions' About Electric Vehicle Production
As rumours abound, Hyundai confirmed it is in early-stage talks with Apple about working together on an electric vehicle.
BBVA Shuts Down Banking App ‘Simple’
In a letter to customers, banking app Simple said that BBVA is shutting the service down and will transfer accounts to BBVA USA.
Netflix Prices Rises Hit in The UK
Netflix prices have gone up in the UK, with the increase set to come into effect this week for existing customers.
iPhone 12 Costs 21 Percent More to Make Than iPhone 11
The blended materials costs for the 128 GB iPhone 12 come in at nearly $415, a 21 percent increase on the iPhone 11.
Apple Will Need Just Two Percent of Market to Match iPhone Revenue
The Apple Car will only need to capture two percent of the mobility market to match the revenue Apple currently gets from the iPhone.
JBL Introduces 75th Anniversary JBL SA750 Integrated Amplifier With AirPlay 2
At its virtual HARMAN ExPLORE event, JBL celebrated its 75th anniversary by launching the JBL SA750 Integrated Amplifier.
MiniLED Displays Coming to iPad Pro and MacBook Pro This Year
iPad Pros and MacBook Pros using miniLED displays look set to arrive this year, with a MacBook Air with the display to be released in 2022.
Satechi Releases New Keyboards and iPad Stand
Satechi has released four new USB-C backlit keyboards in different sizes as well as a redesigned iPad stand on Thursday.
Wireless Apple CarPlay Highlights BOSS Audio’s New Stereos
If you’re craving a totally wireless Apple CarPlay experience, this quartet of new after-market car stereos from BOSS Audio can give you that.
Get Tickets for Screening of ‘Dickinson’ Season 2
Apple has a website where you can sign up to get tickets for an advanced screening of “Dickinson” season 2. Register by January 6 at 6PM PT/9PM ET.
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[Updated] Incoming WhatsApp Privacy Policy Mandates Facebook Data-Sharing
WhatsApp has updated its privacy policies, mandating users to share data with parent company Facebook from early February.
Facebook Tells Businesses it has ‘No Choice’ to Comply With iOS 14
Facebook sent an email to its advertising customers saying that it has no choice but to comply with iOS 14’s App Tracking Transparency.
Key Apple Supplier Predicts Half Billion 5G Phones in Fiscal Year
A key Apple supplier, Murata Manufacturing, has predicted demand for 5G smartphones will clear 500 million devices in the coming fiscal year.
CES 2021: LG Announces World’s First Eyesafe Certified Television
LG announced on Wednesday the launch of the world’s first Eyesafe certified television set. It’s a 65-inch OLED display that emits low levels of blue light.
Tim Cook's Gets Bonus Rise After Bumper 2020 For Apple
Tim Cook’s cash bonus increased by 40 percent in 2020 and was part of a wider pay package totaling nearly $15 million.
Intel Releases ‘RealSense ID’ Facial Authentication Technology
Intel released a new technology called RealSense ID on Wednesday. It’s a device for facial authentication that can be used in various devices.
App Store Enjoyed Recording Breaking New Year's Day
Apple revealed it enjoyed a bumper record-breaking New Year’s Day as App Store customers spent over $540 million.
iPhone 12 Dominates Apple Smartphone Sales
The new iPhone 12 range has accounted for 76 percent of U.S. iPhone sales since its launch, but with the mini a bit of disappointment.
Tile Plans to Launch Item Trackers Using Ultra-Wideband Technology
Tile is planning to compete with Apple’s rumored AirTags which are said to use ultra-wideband technology in the form of its U1 chip.