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Quibi Streaming Service Launches in the U.S.
Quibi, the short-episode, mobile-focussed, streaming service has launched in the U.S. offering a free 90-day trial.
Apple Acquires Irish AI Startup ‘Voysis’
Apple has acquired an AI startup called Voysis, which could be used to enhance Siri’s commerce capabilities.
Apple Producing Face Shields For Medical Workers Fighting COVID-19
Tim Cook has said that internal Apple teams and suppliers are working to design, produce, and distribute face shields for health care workers.
Senators Question Tim Cook About Apple’s COVID-19 App
Several Democratic senators asked Tim Cook questions about the privacy of Apple’s newly released COVID-19 screening website and app.
US Apple Store Closures to Remain Until Early May
According to a memo Apple sent to employees, it advised that retail store closures in the U.S. will remain until early May.
Deezer Data Reveals Need For Mood Music and Meditation
New data from Deezer revealed a growth in listening to radio, as well as mood music, and a shift in the types of devices used to stream audio.
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[UPDATE] Apple, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Laurene Powell Jobs Launch 'America's Food Fund'
Apple joined Leonardo DiCaprio and Laurene Powell Jobs to launch America’s Food Fund, to help those in need during the coronavirus pandemic.
iPad Pro Adds Mac-Like Microphone Disconnect Feature
MacBooks with a T2 Security Chip have their microphones disabled when the lid is closed. Now the iPad Pro 2020 models have the same feature.
Spotify Finally Works With Siri on The Apple Watch
The latest update to the Spotify app means that it will now work with Siri on an Apple Watch running watchOS 6.
App Store Spending Predicted to Hit $115 Billion in 2024
Spending in the Apple App store is forecast to hit $115 billion in 2024, with non-game revenue overtaking that generated by mobile games.
Intel Releases 10th Generation H-Series Chips
Intel released new 10th-generation processors designed for high-end computers, Comet Lake chips built on Intel’s 14 nanometer architecture.
Apple Podcasts Adds ‘COVID-19: Essential Listening’ Section
Apple added a special section in Apple Podcasts called COVID-19: Essential Listening. It features podcasts to keep you informed of the latest news and updates.
Amazon Prime Video Offers In-App Purchases for Customers
Apple is loosening its App Store restrictions, at least for Amazon, letting the company directly sell content to users through in-app purchases.
Apple to Pay Contract Workers Previously Told They'd Lose Work
Apple has committed to paying contract workers unable to conduct their jobs due to the coronavirus outbreak.
iOS 14 Adds iCloud Keychain Two-Factor Authentication Codes
According to an early build of iOS 14, the code suggests new changes are coming to iCloud Keychain, like support for two-factor authentication codes.
Cloudflare’s WARP VPN Enters Beta for macOS, Windows
Continuing its tradition of April product announcements, today Cloudflare announced that its WARP VPN is entering beta for macOS and Windows.
iWork for iOS Updated to Support Trackpads, Mice
Following yesterday’s update to iWork for macOS, today Apple updated iWork for iOS to support trackpads and mice, along with other features.
The UK Limit on Contactless Payments is Now £45
The UK has upped the limit on contactless payments to £45 to both hep retailers and reduce the need for contact with in-store surfaces.
iWork for Mac Updated With iCloud Folder Sharing
Apple updated Keynote, Numbers, and Pages on the Mac today. It includes support for iCloud Folder sharing and other features.
Apple Partners With AI Startup ‘Dent Reality’ With Apple Maps
Apple is partnering with an AR startup called Dent Reality, specifically to work on indoor mapping and navigation based on AR.
Apple Acquires Weather App ‘Dark Sky’
On its blog today, Dark Sky announced that it has been purchased by Apple. The iOS app will continue to be available in the App Store.
Office 365 is Becoming Microsoft 365
From April 21, Office 365 will be knowns as Microsoft 365, and the suite of apps will contain a variety of new features.
Epic Games offering $1 Million Bounty for Proof of Houseparty "Smear Campaign"
Houseparty owner Epic Games is offering $1 million for information on what it describes as a “smear campaign” against the app.