Apple has finally created a web page to let you pay your Apple Card bill online. It has the same features as the iOS Wallet app.
News
Sony Veteran Joins Apple TV+ in Senior Programming Role
Top Sony exec Chris Parnell, who worked on Apple TV+ series ‘For All Mankind’, is joining the streaming service in a senior programming role.
Apple Adds Mid 2012 MacBook Pro to Obsolete List
The first-ever MacBook Pro with a Retina Display has now officially become obsolete, having been discontinued more than seven years ago.
Private Social Network ‘MeWe’ Takes on Snapchat Stories
A private social network Andrew reviewed before is MeWe, and it just announced a featured called Journals for its premium subscription.
Mimeo Photos Adds a Wall Decoration Product
Last year Andrew reviewed a product called Mimeo Photos to create a photo book. They’ve just announced a new wall decoration product.
Apple Arcade Devs Have Games Canceled as Service Faces Shakeup
Apple Arcade appears to be undergoing some changes, with developers having games canceled as the service bids to better retain subscribers.
‘Defending Jacob’ Showrunner Signs Overall Deal with Apple
Mark Bomback, the showrunner behind Apple TV+ hit ‘Defending Jacob’, will develop projects exclusively for Apple.
Apple Acquires Rights to ‘Emancipation’ Film Starring Will Smith
Apple has acquired international rights to “Emancipation” an action-thriller starring Will Smith. The deal was reportedly over US$120 million.
Apple Silicon-powered macOS on iPhone Reportedly Being Evaluated
Apple is reportedly assessing Apple Silicon prototypes with macOS running on the iPhone, giving a desktop experience on a mobile device.
WWDC 2020: All The Recap Videos From This Year's Conference
Every day at WWDC 2020 Serenity Caldwell produced a video roundup, recapping the day’s events at the virtual conference.
New Ransomware ‘OSX.EvilQuest’ Found in Pirated Mac Software
A new piece of macOS ransomware has been spotted in the wild within multiple pirated Mac software, and it’s called OSX.EvilQuest.
iOS 14 Can Automatically Redirect Apple News+ Subscribers Pass Paywalls to App
iOS 14 will allow Apple News+ subscribers to open up web links to publications involved in the service directly in the News app.
Add Funds to Your Apple ID, Get a 10% Bonus Through July 10
Through July 10, Apple is giving customers a 10% bonus when adding funds to your Apple ID. The maximum amount you can add is US$200.
‘Path to Apple Card’ Helps You Get Approved for Apple Card
Path to Apple Card is a new program from Apple and Goldman Sachs to help you get approved for Apple Card if you were declined.
Apple TV+ Exec Who Oversaw The Morning Show Gets Promotion
Apple TV+ executive Michelle Lee has been promoted to become the streaming service’s director, domestic programming.
Apple Watch Handwashing Feature Pre-Dates COVID-19
The Apple Watch’s handwashing feature, announced at WWDC 2020, had been in the pipeline long before COVID-19 struck.
The New York Times Quits Apple News
The New York Times has ended its participation in Apple News, focussing on driving subscribers and traffic to its own app and website.
PSA: The Deadline to Add ‘Sign In with Apple’ is Tuesday, June 30
The deadline for developers to add Sign In with Apple into their apps is coming up tomorrow, June 30. Andrew has several guides available for readers.
PSA: Don’t Install macOS Big Sur on the Same APFS Container as Older Versions
In our Mac Geek Gab forums, Brian Monroe has a warning for people wanting to try the macOS Big Sur beta.
Apple Announces Design Awards Winners for 2020
The winners of this year’s Apple Design Awards have been announced with developers of both apps and games receiving the accolade.
Exxon Mobil Offers 3% Cash Back With Apple Pay
Exxon Mobil is offering a deal for Apple customers. When you use Exxon and Mobil stations you can get 3% cash back with Apple Pay.
Department of Justice Takes Hard Look at Apple's 30% Tax
As part of its ongoing antitrust investigation, the Department of Justice is examining Apple’s rules for the App Store, like the 30% tax.
TikTok to Stop Reading iPhone Users’ Clipboards
TikTok is to stop reading the contents of users’ clipboards after the recent beta release of iOS 14 revealed the practice was still going on.
Apple Adds Encrypted DNS Support to iOS 14, macOS 11
A WWDC20 presentation shows how Apple is adding support for encrypted DNS to iOS 14 and macOS 11. It will support HTTPS and TLS.