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As Global Smartphone Revenue Hits Record High of US$448 Billion in 2021, Apple Beats Other Manufactures by Capturing Highest Share in Q4
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As Global Smartphone Revenue Hits Record High of US$448 Billion in 2021, Apple Beats Other Manufactures by Capturing Highest Share in Q4

Serhat Kurt · February 28, 2022

Apple takes the majority of smartphone revenue in Q4 of 2021 as the global smartphone revenue hits a record high of US$488 billion. Chinese smartphone manufacturers get their fair share of market revenue as companies such as Oppo and Xiaomi challenge Apple and Samsung in the high-end smartphone market.

Ukraine Urges Apple to Block Its Services to Russia, including Access to the App Store
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Ukraine Urges Apple to Block Its Services to Russia, including Access to the App Store

Serhat Kurt · February 26, 2022

Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Digital Transformation, Mykhailo Fedorov has urged Apple to stop all its services in Russia.

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Security Friday: News and a Protection Checklist – TMO Daily Observations 2022-02-25

Kelly Guimont · February 25, 2022 · 1 Comment

Jeff Butts and Andrew Orr join host Kelly Guimont to discuss this week’s security news, and some tips for better online safety.

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Apple Stops Apple Pay Transactions in Russia
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Apple Stops Apple Pay Transactions in Russia

Andrew Orr · February 25, 2022

Russian banks have faced sanctions due to the invasion of Ukraine. Apple has suspended transactions for Apple Pay for Russian customers.

OtterBox Outdoes Apple With New MagSafe Power Bank
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OtterBox Outdoes Apple With New MagSafe Power Bank

Jeff Butts · February 25, 2022

If you’re in need of a MagSafe power bank, the latest offering from OtterBox looks to have some great features and functionality.

‘Gibbon: Beyond the Trees’ Now Available on Apple Arcade
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'Gibbon: Beyond the Trees' Now Available on Apple Arcade

Andrew Orr · February 25, 2022

Gibbon: Beyond the Trees is the newest game available to play on Apple Arcade. This gaming service costs US$4.99/month.

‘Airthings’ Devices for Indoor Air Pollution Available to Preorder
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'Airthings' Devices for Indoor Air Pollution Available to Preorder

Andrew Orr · February 25, 2022

Airthings makes sensors for indoor air quality and radon monitors. Announced at CES 2022 they are now available to preorder.

Incase Reveals Hardshell Cases for MacBook Pro 14″, 16″
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Incase Reveals Hardshell Cases for MacBook Pro 14", 16"

Andrew Orr · February 25, 2022

Incase is releasing new hardshell cases for MacBook Pro. These are designed to fit the 14-inch and 16-inch models.

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Thursdays with Bob: (Lack of) Tech Support – TMO Daily Observations 2022-02-24

Kelly Guimont · February 24, 2022 · Add Comment

Dr Mac joins host Kelly Guimont for this week’s Rants and Raves, which falls on the “rants” end of the spectrum.

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Your Future Mac Could Be Your Keyboard, and Vice Versa
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Your Future Mac Could Be Your Keyboard, and Vice Versa

Jeff Butts · February 24, 2022

A recently patent filing suggests Apple might have a great idea in mind. This concept could allow your future Mac to be your keyboard.

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