Apple has published a statement from Tim Cook responding to the death of George Floyd – an edited version of an internal memo.
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Apple TV+ Sports Play Looks Set to be Led by Former Amazon Exec
James DeLorenzo, an Amazon executive, looks to have been hired away by Apple to lead Apple TV+’s move into sports broadcasting.
Apple Seeds First Developer Beta of tvOS 13.4.8
Apple seeded the first beta of tvOS 13.4.8 to developers, just days after tvOS version 13.4.6 became available to users.
Google Adds Support for WebAuthn on Apple Devices
Google is adding security features for people who use Google accounts on Apple devices to give you more options for physical security keys.
Apple to Face Lawsuit Over Tim Cook iPhone Demand Comments
Apple has to face part of a lawsuit over claims it concealed falling demands for iPhones, particularly in China.
Eve Cam for HomeKit Secure Video Available to Preorder
Eve Cam for HomeKit Secure Video is available to preorder, Eve Systems announced today. It starts shipping on June 23.
Full Rollout of Apple Pay Express Transit Compatible System in New York Delayed by COVID-19
Coronavirus delayed Apple Pay Express Transit being available across the NYC subway as installation of readers for the OMNY system was paused.
Nearly 10 Percent of U.S. Households Have Apple TV+ Subscription
Apple doesn’t give figures, but a new survey suggests that close to 10 percent of U.S. households may be Apple TV+ subscribers.
Smartphone Sales Dropped 20 Percent in Q1 2020, With Samsung and Huawei Worst Hit
Smartphone sales to end users collapsed by 20.2 percent in q1 2020, with Apple weathering the storm better than most of its big rivals.
Apple’s Research App Updated With Survey and Hearing Test
Apple updated its Research app today with a COVID-19 survey for participants in the Heart and Movement Study, and a new test for those in the Hearing Study.
Apple Music and Beats 1 Mark Blackout Tuesday in Support of Black Lives Matter
Apple Music and the Beats 1 radio station are marking the Blackout Tuesday campaign in support of the Black Lives Matter movement.
Theresa Kang-Lowe Signs Multi-Year Deal With Apple TV+
Former talent agency partner at WME Theresa Kang-Lowe is starting her own management company with an Apple TV+ deal.
Earn $50 in Apple Cash When You Spend $50 at Walgreens
Apple and Walgreens are teaming up to offer a deal for new Apple Card customers: Spend US$50 and get US$50 in Daily Apple Cash.
Apple Pay Rolls Out Support for Hong Kong Octopus Card
Apple is rolling out Apple Pay support for Octopus Card, Hong Kong’s popular card for transit and retail.
iPhone Prices Slashed on Chinese Platforms Tmall and JD.com
The cost of various iPhone models has been slashed on Chinese platforms Tmall and JD.com as part of the 6.18 online shopping festival.
Italy Launches ‘Immuni’ Contact Tracing App
Italy has launched its contact tracing app called Immuni. It uses Apple and Google’s exposure notification API. Find it on the App Store here.
iOS 13.5.1 is Out Today With Security Patches
Today Apple released a 13.5.1 OS update for iPhones and iPads. It contains important security patches although details aren’t yet known about what was patched.
Patched Sign In with Apple Zero Day Netted Hacker $100,000
Security researcher Bhavuk Jain found a zero day vulnerability with Sign In with Apple in April. Apple has already patched it.
New Zane Lowe Interview Series on Apple Podcasts
“The Zane Lowe Interview Series” is a new podcast where the Apple Music host interviews artists like Lady Gaga, Hayley Williams, and others.
Apple Donating to Equal Justice Initiative and Other Non-Profits Folllowing George Floyd Death
Apple is donating to the Equal Justice Initiative and other non-profits in the wake of the death of George Floyd.
Apple Reveals First Look of ‘Ted Lasso’ Comedy Series
Set to debut on August 14, Apple revealed a first-look from its upcoming comedy series “Ted Lasso” starring Jason Sudeikis.
Uber Launching Hourly Rate Ride Option in Some U.S. Cities
From next week users in some U.S. cities will be able to book Uber rides by the hour to help them make essential journeys more safely.
Apple Releases PowerBeats Pro in Four New Colors
Apple is releasing four new colors to Powerbeats Pro: Cloud Pink, Glacier Blue, Lava Red, and Spring Yellow.
Judge Dismisses Copyright Suit Against Apple and M. Night Shyamalan
A lawsuit against M. Night Shyamalan and Apple that alleged Apple TV+ series ‘Servant’ lifted from a 2013 indie film has been thrown out.
