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Adobe Updates Fresco, Photoshop on iPad, and Creative Cloud Apps
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Adobe Updates Fresco, Photoshop on iPad, and Creative Cloud Apps

Andrew Orr · May 19, 2020

Multiple Adobe apps got updated today, like curves and pressure sensitivity in Photoshop for iPad and a multicolor eyedropper for Fresco.

HomeKit Support for Hive Active Accessories is Finally Here
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HomeKit Support for Hive Active Accessories is Finally Here

Charlotte Henry · May 19, 2020

UK based smart home firm Hive has quietly brought HomeKit support to its Active Plug, Heating, and Hive Lighting products.

Bluetooth ‘BIAS’ Attack Affects Some Apple Devices
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Bluetooth ‘BIAS’ Attack Affects Some Apple Devices

Andrew Orr · May 19, 2020

The Bluetooth Special Interest Group reported today an update to the Bluetooth Core Specification to stop Bluetooth BIAS attacks.

Reports Says Apple Building Catalog of Older Video Content
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Reports Says Apple Building Catalog of Older Video Content

Andrew Orr · May 19, 2020

A report today claims that Apple is trying to build a back catalog of video content to compete better with Netflix and Disney+.

Code Break to Feature Ex-Apple Exec Scott Forstall
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Code Break to Feature Ex-Apple Exec Scott Forstall

Charlotte Henry · May 19, 2020

Former Apple executive Scott Forstall is set to speak at this week’s code.org Code Break session alongside rapper Macklemore.

Apple Orders 4-Part Docu-Series From Brian Lazarte, James Lee Hernandez
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Apple Orders 4-Part Docu-Series From Brian Lazarte, James Lee Hernandez

Andrew Orr · May 18, 2020

Apple has ordered a four-part documentary series from the directors of “McMillion$”, Brian Lazarte and James Lee Hernandez.

France Tax Plan Moves Forward to Target Big Tech
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France Tax Plan Moves Forward to Target Big Tech

Andrew Orr · May 18, 2020

The France tax plan is moving ahead to tax tech companies like Apple even if no other countries follow suit.

FBI Bypasses Encryption on Pensacola Attacker’s iPhones
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FBI Bypasses Encryption on Pensacola Attacker's iPhones

Charlotte Henry · May 18, 2020

The FBI broke through encryption on iPhones owned by the Saudi military trainee who shot at U.S. soldiers at the Pensacola military base.

Apple Ranks Fourth in Fortune 500 Largest U.S. Companies List
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Apple Ranks Fourth in Fortune 500 Largest U.S. Companies List

Charlotte Henry · May 18, 2020

Apple ranked number four in the 2020 Fortune 500 list of the largest U.S. companies, down one place from the year before.

‘Circle View’ is Logitech’s Newest HomeKit Camera
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‘Circle View’ is Logitech’s Newest HomeKit Camera

Andrew Orr · May 18, 2020

Today Logitech announced the release of its HomeKit camera called Circle View. It gives you 1080p video while storing it in your iCloud.

The 2020 Apple Watch Pride Bands Are Here
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The 2020 Apple Watch Pride Bands Are Here

Charlotte Henry · May 18, 2020

Apple unveiled its 2020 Apple Watch Pride Band, as well as a one from Nike, with news faces on the way too via a watchOS update.

Apple Stores in Seven Different States Reopening This Week
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Apple Stores in Seven Different States Reopening This Week

Charlotte Henry · May 18, 2020

Twenty-five Apple Stores across seven different U.S. states will reopen this week, with around 100 retail locations now open worldwide.

Websites That Don’t Let You Hide Your Email Using Sign In with Apple
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Websites That Don’t Let You Hide Your Email Using Sign In with Apple

Andrew Orr · May 15, 2020

So far, Andrew found two websites that don’t let you hide your email using Sign In with Apple. And this doesn’t appear to be against guidelines.

BestBuy Deal Gives New Subscribers 4 Months of Free Apple Music
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BestBuy Deal Gives New Subscribers 4 Months of Free Apple Music

Andrew Orr · May 15, 2020

BestBuy is giving away four months of free Apple Music to new subscribers. It’s only available for customers in the United States.

Facebook Purchases GIPHY For $400 Million
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Facebook Purchases GIPHY For $400 Million

Charlotte Henry · May 15, 2020

Facebook confirmed it has bought gif library GIPHY, with improved integration with Instagram seeming to be the focus.

Spotify Web Player Supports Safari Again
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Spotify Web Player Supports Safari Again

Andrew Orr · May 15, 2020

In 2017 the Spotify web player removed support for Safari without telling customers why. But functionality has now been restored.

Apple Could Be Put on China’s ‘Unreliable Entity List”
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Apple Could Be Put on China's 'Unreliable Entity List"

Charlotte Henry · May 15, 2020

China is reportedly prepared to put Apple,”unreliable entity list,” meaning the company could face restrictions and investigation.

TSMC to Spend $12 Billion on a Chip Factory in Arizona
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TSMC to Spend $12 Billion on a Chip Factory in Arizona

Andrew Orr · May 15, 2020

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) is planning to spend US$12 billion to build a chip factory in Arizona.

How to create a TikTok Account Using Sign in With Apple
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How to create a TikTok Account Using Sign in With Apple

Charlotte Henry · May 15, 2020

There is a lot of clever, funny, and downright daft content on TikTok at the moment and you can create an account using Sign in with Apple.

Apple 2020 Supplier Responsibility Report Includes Info on COVID-19 Impact
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Apple 2020 Supplier Responsibility Report Includes Info on COVID-19 Impact

Andrew Orr · May 14, 2020

Apple released its 2020 Supplier Responsibility report today. It includes a letter from Sabih Khan, Apple’s Senior Vice President of Operations.

Apple Acquires ‘NextVR’ Broadcasting Startup
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Apple Acquires ‘NextVR’ Broadcasting Startup

Andrew Orr · May 14, 2020

Apple recently acquired VR startup NextVR, which supplied sports and entertainment content to VR headsets like Facebook’s Oculus.

How to Listen to Audiobooks on Mac
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How to Listen to Audiobooks on Mac

Charlotte Henry · May 14, 2020

Settling into an audiobook on a mobile device is great, but you can also listen to audiobooks on a Mac via different services.

Adobe Acrobat Reader Flaw Lets Malicious Programs Get Root Privileges
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Adobe Acrobat Reader Flaw Lets Malicious Programs Get Root Privileges

Andrew Orr · May 14, 2020

Adobe Acrobat Reader DC patched three serious vulnerabilities today for macOS. Update as soon as possible by going to the menu bar.

Apple Stores in Italy to Reopen Next Week
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Apple Stores in Italy to Reopen Next Week

Charlotte Henry · May 14, 2020

Ten of the 17 Apple Stores in Italy will reopen on Tuesday, the latest country in which Apple retail locations are lifting their shutters.

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