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Rumor: Future Apple Watch Could Get Flexible Screen
Apple was recently awarded a patent that suggests future Apple Watch models could get flexible screens.Â
Huawei Tried to Steal Trade Secrets from Apple Suppliers
The Information reports how Huawei engineers tried to get Apple suppliers to reveal secrets about products.
UK Lawmakers Blast Facebook and Call For New Regulator
UK lawmakers blasted Facebook in a report into disinformation and fake news and called for a powerful new regulator.
Get a Free Audiobook of Winnie the Pooh in Apple Books
Disney announced on Twitter that people can get a free audiobook of Winnie the Pooh. It consists of four stories your kids will love.
Apple Partners With Dream Corps in Community Education
Apple is partnering with Oakland-based Dream Corps as part of the company’s Community Education Initiative.
Apple Hires ex-Microsoft Exec Sam Jadallah in Boost to Smart Home Business
Apple hired ex-Microsoft executive Sam Jadallah, who founded a smart home startup, to work in its growing Home team.
Apple Buys Voice App StartUp PullString
Apple agreed to acquire voice app startup PullString, in what could prove to be a big boost for the future of Siri.
In The Future You Could 'Clarify' Tweets (But Still Not Edit)
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey announced the company is considering adding a feature that would let you explain tweets by adding new or additional context (via Mashable). [Touch Twitter’s Sparkle and Something Wonderful Will Happen] Clarification This sounds like Twitter is considering clarification instead of editing. So while you won’t be able to correct that typo,…
Facebook Set to Pay Record Fine to Settle FTC Privacy Probe
The FTC is in negotiations with Facebook to settle its investigation into the social media giant, with a record-breaking fine likely.
Facebook Might Remove Anti-Vaxxer Content
Advertisements on Facebook promoted by anti-vaxxer organizations have been specifically targeting pregnant women.
Germany Government Adviser: No Smartphones for Children Under 14
Children under 14-years-old should not have access to a smartphone, an adviser to the German government has recommended.
Spotify Spent $340 Million on Anchor and Gimlet
Spotify spent close to $340 million on its recent purchases of Gimlet and Anchor, making a good return for investors.
Faulty iPad Behind New Jersey Apartment Fire
Apple is being sued because a faulty iPad battery caused a New Jersey apartment fire in 2017, killing the occupant.Â
Apple's 2018 Conflict Minerals Report
As part of Apple’s commitment to supplier responsibility the company has released its 2018 conflict minerals report.
iPhone SE Back in Stock Again...For Now
You can buy the 32GB model as it appears the 128GB model is sold out.
Lee Clow: Legendary Creative Behind Iconic Apple Ads Retires
Lee Clow, the man behind 3 decades worth of iconic Apple adverts, including “1984”, has announced his retirement.
Why Did Walgreens Add Alipay? Chinese Tourists
The decision sounds a bit confusing at first, but makes sense once you learn about the number of Chinese tourists in the U.S.
Apple to Sell iPhones with Just Qualcomm Chips Inside in Germany
Apple will sell the iPhone 7 and iPhone 8 in Germany once again, but with only Qualcomm chips in the devices.
Happy Valentine's Day, This Dating App got Hacked
Dating app Coffee Meets Bagel announced today that it suffered a data breach on Monday.
Developers Required to Enable Two-Factor Authentication
Apple is requiring developers to secure their Apple ID with two-factor authentication.Â
Apple Video Launch Targeted for April
The Apple video launch is rumored to launch in April or early May. It sounds like Netflix, Hulu, and HBO won’t be part of it.
Cloud Backup Service Backblaze Raising its Price
Backblaze is a popular service to back up your computer to the cloud. In its first price increase, the company announced it will go from US$5 to US$6 per month. [Backblaze: The Least Reliable Hard Drives] Backblaze Price Increase The price will increase starting March 11 5PM PT for both new and existing users: The…
Men More Likely to Sign-Up to Dating Apps Than Women
Men are now more likely than women to sign up for dating apps, but there has been a significant drop in registrations overall.