It’s awards season and, thanks mostly to ‘Ted Lasso’, Apple TV+ is heavily involved. Host Charlotte Henry and The Mac Observer’s Editor-in-Chief Bryan Chaffin get dressed up and walk down the red carpet to take a closer look.
Apple Supplier Dialog Semiconductor Taken Over by Renesas Electronics in US$6 Billion Deal
Apple supplier Dialog Semiconductor is being taken over by Japanese Firm Renesas Electronics, AppleInsider reported. The deal involving the UK chip-maker is worth US$6 billion.
This includes its business in power management, charging and power conversion, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth LE, as well as its expertise in mixed-signal integrated circuits. It is said by the companies that Dialog’s attributes will complement and expand Renesas’ existing portfolio of products. “Dialog has a strong culture of innovation along with excellent customer relationships and serves fast growing areas including IoT, industrial, and automotive,” said Renesas president and CEO Hidetoshi Shibata in a statement. “By bringing Dialog’s talented team and expertise into Renesas, together, we will accelerate innovation for customers and create sustainable value for our shareholders.” The offer value is based on Renesas paying 67.50 euro ($81.17) per share, representing a 20.3% premium over Dialog’s closing price on February 5.
Dan Riccio Leading Work on Apple's AR, VR Headsets
Apple executive Dan Riccio is leading work on Apple’s AR and VR headsets, having stood down as the firm’s head of hardware engineering.
Apple Warned to Include its own Apps in App Tracking Transparency
Europe antitrust chief Margrethe Vestager warned Apple to give equal treatment to all apps, including its own, for the upcoming App Tracking Transparency feature.
'Ted Lasso', 'On The Rocks', Jennifer Aniston Receive AARP Movies For Grownups Awards Nominations
Apple TV+’s Ted Lasso, On The Rocks, Bill Murray, and Jennifer Aniston have all been nominated for the AARP Movies for Grownups Awards.
Project Titan Speculation, Headset Chat – TMO Daily Observations 2021-02-08
Charlotte Henry and Bryan Chaffin join host Kelly Guimont to discuss the latest phase of Project Titan news, and some headset speculation.
Apple Orders Kid Series ‘Jane’ Inspired by Jane Goodall
Apple has given a straight-to-series order for “Jane” a series for kids from Emmy Award winner J.J. Johnson, Sinking Ship Entertainment and the Jane Goodall Institute.
Hyundai and Kia Say Apple Car Talks Not Happening
After a recent flurry of stories, Hyundai and its affiliate Kia have denied that they are in talks to collaborate on the Apple Car.
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[Updated] iPhone Weather App Now Showing Next-Hour Snow, as Well as Precipitation, Information in UK
Next-hour precipitation and snow information is available in the iPhone Weather app for users in the UK, Ireland, and other places in Europe.
Mountain Dew vs. iPhone and More Fun Stories — Mac Geek Gab 856
Spoiler alert: Sometimes the Mountain Dew wins, folks, but you knew that already. That’s OK, this episode is chock full of Cool Stuff Found, Quick Tips, plus your questions answered about all sorts of issues. Listen as John and Dave — your two favorite geeks — take you on this ride so you can learn at least five new things!
