If you have a MagSafe puck you got with an iPhone 12 or purchased separately, you can use it to charge your AirPods.
Postal Workers Targeted With Phishing Campaign
Postal workers returning to the office after COVID-19 restrictions may find themselves targeted by a new phishing campaign.
The email-based campaign, observed by Cofense, is targeting employees with emails purporting to come from their CIO welcoming them back into offices.
The email looks legitimate enough, sporting the company’s official logo in the header, as well as being signed spoofing the CIO. The bulk of the message outlines the new precautions and changes to business operations the company is taking relative to the pandemic.
The Apple TV App Now Available on Nvidia SHIELD
Starting on Tuesday, Nvidia SHIELD owners can use the Apple TV app to purchase or rent movies and TV shows, and access Apple TV+.
Coinbase Cards Can Now be Added to Apple Pay
People who have a Coinbase Card can add it to Apple Pay starting this week, the cryptocurrency exchange announced on Tuesday.
WWDC 2021: More Women Than Ever Enter and Win Swift Student Challenge
More young women than ever before both applied and have been victorious at the 2021 Swift Student Challenge and will attend WWDC.
Facebook-Funded Study Says iOS 14 Privacy Settings are Harmful
A paper that was recently posted to Social Science Research Network says that iOS 14’s App Tracking Transparency harms competition and consumers.
Meat Supplier JBS Hit With Cyber Attack, Data Not Affected
JBS SA shut down its computer networks for its operations in Australia and North America due to a cyberattack.
Backup servers were not affected, and the company is actively working to restore systems as soon as possible, according to a statement from JBS USA Monday. The processor said it’s not aware of any customer, supplier or employee data being compromised or misused.
How 'Cherry' Tries to Highlight the Veterans' PTSD
A new video, released on Memorial Day, explains how Cherry from Apple Original Films, Hideaway Entertainment, and AGBO looks to highlight the PTSD suffered by many veterans. As well as directors the Russo brothers and star Tom Holland, the clip features contributions from Timothy Wynn of the Philadelphia Veterans Court and IAVA CEO Jeremy Butler. The film itself is available to watch on Apple TV+ now.
Juice Jackers and Battery Drainers – Mac Geek Gab 873
Ever heard of Juice Jacking? Neither had John nor Dave. No problem, though, they dug in and found everything you needed to know. That’s the beauty of Mac Geek Gab, too: you ask the questions and then your two favorite geeks dig and see what they can find. Press play and learn at least five new things about battery draining, external drives, M1 displays, backups, and more!
In Observance of Memorial Day 2021
In honor of Memorial Day, a U.S. holiday, The Mac Observer will be taking the day off. We will resume our regular coverage of the Apple Mac, iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch world on Tuesday, June 1st. Please stay safe.
