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Analyst: Apple Miss 'Bigger than Expected'
Wall Street was unimpresed by Apple’s December Quarter revenue shortfall, and analysts raised concerns about China and pricing.
New Mophie Powerstation Supports Fast Charging
If you’re looking for a Mophie Powerstation, the company just launched two new ones, the Powerstation PD and Powerstation PD XL.
Control Your OhMiBod Vibrator With Your Apple Watch
You can now control your OhMiBod vibrator using your Apple Watch. The sex toy company recently released a Watch app with this feature.
Woman Sues Apple After MagSafe Adapter Exploded in her Face
Penny Manzi is suing Apple after her MagSafe adapter sparked and started a flash fire, which engulfed her face and skull in flames.
iOS 12 is Installed on 75% of Apple Mobile Devices
75% of all Apple mobile devices run iOS 12. The latest version of Apple’s mobile operating system had a faster take-up rate than iOS 11.
Apple's Close Your Rings Page Updated With Testimonials
Apple’s Close Your Rings page has been updated with testimonials from athletes and how they use the Activity app.
Roku Reveals Premium Subscription Plan Similar to Apple's
Roku announced a premium subscription that will mix free and premium content in a manner similar to what Apple is reportedly developing.
5 Apps to Improve Your Mental Health in 2019
When it comes to mental health much of the focus is on treating and managing mental disorders. But another aspect of mental health is keeping your brain active.
Netflix Stopped New Users Paying via iTunes
Netflix stopped new users globally from paying for their subscription via iTunes, following an experiment in 33 countries last year.
USB-C Cables Could Get Built-In Security
Any system that uses this protocol will be able to confirm if a USB-C port or cable is authentic as soon as a connection is made.
Start 2019 With the Superman 80th Anniversary Collection
Apple is welcoming 2019 with some iTunes movie deals, including the Superman 80th Anniversary Collection.
Wishing You a Happy New Year in 2019!
With 2018 behind us and CES is only a couple days away, The Mac Observer is taking off Monday and Tuesday off to catch our breath and get ready for 2019. We’ll be back with our regular daily new coverage, analysis, and podcasts on Wednesday, January 2nd. We’ll also be on location at CES 2019 to bring you the latest on this year’s tech. Rest up, and get ready for another exciting year!
Voice of Hebrew Siri Sues Apple for Illegitimate Usage
Ms. Gura-Sini performed the voice for Nuance Communications, which Apple acquired in 2016. She said she only authorized the use of her voice for “legitimate” purposes.
This Brand New Patent Troll is Suing Apple Over Mobile Payments
Fintiv was founded this year, and its a patent troll suing Apple over mobile payments. Apple allegedly infringes upon three patents.
Sony Boosts 3D Camera Chip Production after Customer Interest
Interest from tech companies, including Apple, has led Sony to increase the production of next-generation 3D sensors.
Personal Details of 997 North Korean Defectors Stolen by Hackers
Hackers stole the personal details of nearly 1000 people who defected from North Korea to South Korea, officials in Seoul have revealed.
NPR Wants to Work With Apple on Podcast Analytics
Currently, advertisers rely on download metrics to figure out how valuable it is for ads. But podcasters can’t tell if people skip over the ads.
Calling Remote Workers: Move to Vermont and get up to $10,000
To apply for the Remote Worker Grant Program you’ll have to move to Vermont first. The program offers reimbursements and not money in advance.
Up to 40% of the Internet is Fraudulent Traffic
Fake metrics, fake people, fake businesses, fake content, fake politics.
Amazon Enjoys Best Ever Holiday Season
Amazon had a record-breaking holiday season in 2018, with over one billion items bought and millions of Prime memberships sold.
Apple will Outperform other FAANG Stocks, Analyst Predicts
Apple stock will outperform its major competitors in 2019, even in the face of an economic slowdown, according to a top analyst.
Foxconn Could Manufacture iPhone X in India from 2019
Foxconn could start assembling top-end iPhones in India as early as 2019 – it would be a significant increase in Apple’s business there.
Qualcomm Wants Apple Lawyers Jailed or Fined
Qualcomm says that Apple isn’t taking the Chinese ruling as serious as the German injunction, even though the German injunction is hardware-related and the Chinese one is software-related.
