Apple just released the iOS 12.1.4 update with important security fixes, like a fix for the Group FaceTime bug.
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Flickr Photo Deletion Delayed Until March
Flickr says that accounts that are no longer used will be targeted first. For active users old content will be deleted first.
Russia Wants Apple Maps to Show Crimea as Russian Territory
The Russian State Duma is asking why Sevastopol, the largest city in Crimea, is displayed on Apple Maps as being part of Ukrainian territory.
59,000 Reported GDPR Breaches in Just 8 Months
59,000 GDPR beaches have been reported in the 8 months since the law came into force, with the most in The Netherlands, Germany, and the UK.
Environmentally-Friendly High-Tech (Paper) Notebook
Dr. Mac says when he first heard about Rocketbook, a line of “endlessly reusable digital notebooks,” he was sure that “environmentally friendly high-tech notebook” was an oxymoron akin to “jumbo shrimp” or “exact estimate.”
After trying them, he admits he was wrong.
Democrats Question Tim Cook Over FaceTime Bug
Democratic Reps. Frank Pallone, Jr., and Jan Schakowsky wrote a letter to Tim Cook today asking for details about the FaceTime bug.
How Hackers Break iCloud Locked iPhones
Some hackers and scammers found a way to break iCloud locked iPhones. It involves using a special phishing kit and social engineering.
Tesla Cuts Price of Model 3, but Still Short of $35,000 Target
Tesla has cut the price of its Model 3 vehicle by $1,100 to $42,900 – a long way short of the $35,000 price CEO Elon Musk said was required.
Apple Redesigns Maps Image Collection Page
Apple has redesigned the Apple Maps image collection page featuring a list of locations the company will survey in the future.
Spotify Purchases Gimlet and Anchor as it Bets Big on Podcasts
Spotify has bought podcast firms Gimlet and Anchor as it bets big on podcasting and bids to become an all-in-one audio platform.
Apple Maps Transit and Indoor Maps Expands
Transit directions and indoor maps for Apple Maps have widely expanded to more states.
Angela Ahrendts Leaving Apple in April
In something of a shock move, Apple retail supremo Angela Ahrendts is leaving the company and will be replaced by Dierdre O’Brien.
Strava Partnered with Slopes for Ski and Snowboard Tracking
Popular activity monitoring app Strava has partnered with the ski and snowboard iOS and Apple Watch app Slopes.
FuboTV Comes to the Apple TV App
This means that subscribers can connect their account directly within iOS.
Lawsuit Claims Apple Forced People to Buy Chargers
A new class action lawsuit against Apple claims the company’s iOS updates in 2016 forced people to buy chargers.
BNP Paribas, HSBC Banks Support Apple Pay in France
Apple Pay in France is getting support from BNP Paribas and HSBC Banks, joining 25 other French banks.
Apple Agreed to Pay Back-Taxes in France
Apple has agreed to pay back-taxes in France after a multi-year audit, with the settlement reported to be worth $571 million.
AR/VR Pioneer Avi Bar-Zeev Confirmed his Departure from Apple
AR/VR pioneer Avi Bar-Zeev confirmed his departure from Apple following media reports. He was thought to have been working on a headset.
WhatsApp Updated to Lock with Face ID and Touch ID
The latest version of WhatsApp on iOS allows users to lock it using Face ID or Touch ID and instantly hide all conversations in the app.
2 Huawei Staff Expelled from Denmark
Danish authorities charged 4 members of Huawei staff after conducting a “routine inspection” at the company’s Copenhagen office.
Verizon Wants You to Forget it Throttled Firefighters' Phone Data
Verizon doesn’t want you to remember when it throttled the cellular data of first responders during the California wildfires.
Dating Apps to Help You Find Your Perfect Match this Valentine's Day
With Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, there are a number of dating apps avaialble to help you find your perfect match. Or something.
New Privacy Feature Coming to iOS 12.2
A new privacy feature will be coming to iOS 12.2 that restricts access to the device’s accelerometer and gyroscope sensors.
Gwyneth Paltrow's Goop Pseudoscience Coming to Netflix
Goop, a lifestyle company regarded as pseudoscience and founded by Gwyneth Paltrow, is coming to Netflix.