Reports emerging from South Korea suggest that the first batch of OLED displays for the iPhone 12 have failed quality testing.
Product News
Real-Time Transit in Apple Maps Expands to More Countries
Real-time transit information in Apple Maps has expanded to more countries. The full list can be found on Apple’s Feature Availability page.
iTunes U to be Discontinued by End of 2021
In addition to discontinuing iBooks Author, Apple is also discontinuing iTunes U by the end of 2021, announced in a support page.
RIP: Apple Discontinues iBooks Author July 1
In an email to users of iBooks Author Apple said that the tool is being discontinued on July 1. Writers should transition to Pages.
June 21 Apple Watch Activity Challenge Celebrates Yoga
The next Apple Watch Activity Challenge takes place on June 21 to celebrate International Day of Yoga and earn a special badge.
Apple Rumored to Launch Trade-In Program for Macs in US Retail Stores
A new report claims that Apple is planning to launch a trade-in program for Macs in Apple retail stores in the U.S. and Canada.
Apple’s new Webpage All About iPhone and Apple Watch
Apple has a new webpage dedicated to the integration between the iPhone and Apple Watch, showing off features they offer for customers.
Apple Releases Summer iPhone Cases and Apple Watch Bands
Apple has released summer iPhone cases and Apple Watch Sport bands: Vitamin C, Coastal Gray, Seafoam, and Linen Blue.
Apple Launches Open Source Password Project
Apple recently created an open source project to help developers of password managers collaborate with websites to create strong passwords for users.
Amazon Runs Apple Watch Series 3 Sale for $179
If you’ve been waiting for an Apple Watch Series 3 sale, Amazon can hook you up with aluminum models for US$179.
Apple’s Research App Updated With Survey and Hearing Test
Apple updated its Research app today with a COVID-19 survey for participants in the Heart and Movement Study, and a new test for those in the Hearing Study.
Theresa Kang-Lowe Signs Multi-Year Deal With Apple TV+
Former talent agency partner at WME Theresa Kang-Lowe is starting her own management company with an Apple TV+ deal.
Earn $50 in Apple Cash When You Spend $50 at Walgreens
Apple and Walgreens are teaming up to offer a deal for new Apple Card customers: Spend US$50 and get US$50 in Daily Apple Cash.
Apple Pay Rolls Out Support for Hong Kong Octopus Card
Apple is rolling out Apple Pay support for Octopus Card, Hong Kong’s popular card for transit and retail.
iOS 13.5.1 is Out Today With Security Patches
Today Apple released a 13.5.1 OS update for iPhones and iPads. It contains important security patches although details aren’t yet known about what was patched.
Patched Sign In with Apple Zero Day Netted Hacker $100,000
Security researcher Bhavuk Jain found a zero day vulnerability with Sign In with Apple in April. Apple has already patched it.
New Zane Lowe Interview Series on Apple Podcasts
“The Zane Lowe Interview Series” is a new podcast where the Apple Music host interviews artists like Lady Gaga, Hayley Williams, and others.
Apple Reveals First Look of ‘Ted Lasso’ Comedy Series
Set to debut on August 14, Apple revealed a first-look from its upcoming comedy series “Ted Lasso” starring Jason Sudeikis.
Apple Releases PowerBeats Pro in Four New Colors
Apple is releasing four new colors to Powerbeats Pro: Cloud Pink, Glacier Blue, Lava Red, and Spring Yellow.
Apple Orders ‘Hedy Lamarr” Series Starring Gal Gadot
Apple gave a straight-to-series order for a “Hedy Lamarr” series starring Gal Gadot who will also serve as an executive producer.
Apple to Reboot Classic ‘Fraggle Rock’ Series
Apple announced a new partnership with The Jim Henson Company to reboot “Fraggle Rock”, following the success of “Fraggle Rock: Rock On!” on Apple TV+.
macOS 10.15.5 Brings Battery Health Management
Apple released macOS 10.15.5 today, bringing Battery Health Management, bug fixes, an update to FaceTime, and more.
Apple Fixes ‘This App is no Longer Shared With You’ Bug
Over the weekend Apple fixed a bug related to Family Sharing where users saw a message saying, “This app is no longer shared with you.”
Apple Pro Display XDR Wins 2020 Display Industry Award
These are awarded to displays that “embody the profound level of innovation within the industry and exemplify how crucial displays have become to nearly every aspect of daily life.”