Attempts to break up big tech firms, including Apple, by the EU are “doable,” albeit risky according to the bloc’s antitrust chief.
Apple Clips 3.0 Gets New UI and HDR Recording for iPhone 12
Clips got a major update on Wednesday with Clips 3.0. The user interface has been redesigned and it supports HDR recording with iPhone 12.
Interactive Advertising Bureau France Files Antitrust Complaint Against Apple
A coalition of industry groups, including the Interactive Advertising Bureau France, have filed an antitrust complaint against Apple over iOS 14 anti-tracking.
Eve Light Strip Gets HomeKit Adaptive Lighting, Eve Cam Gets HomeKit Secure Video
Eve Systems has issued updates for Eve Light Strip and Eve Cam to bring HomeKit Adaptive Lighting and HomeKit Secure Video.
Your iPhone 12 Could Charge Your AirPods
If you wish your iPhone could charge your AirPods, you may not have long to wait. A recent FCC filing suggests this is soon to be reality.
Big Tech CEOs to Speak on Section 230 Law Tomorrow
The CEOs of Facebook, Alphabet, and Twitter will appear before the Senate Commerce Committee tomorrow to speak about Section 230.
Starlink Internet Access Starts at $99 a Month, $500 Upfront
SpaceX is expanding the beta testing of its Starlink internet service. It will cost US$99/month with a US$499 fee up front.
Apple Buys AI Video Company ‘Vilynx’
Apple has acquired Vilynx Inc., a company based on Barcelona that specialized in AI and computer vision technology for videos.
On Protecting Your iPhone's Screen
Dr. Mac has tested many screen protectors; check out his recommendations in this week’s Dr. Mac’s Rants & Raves.
FlipNetik Kinetic Desk Toy: $22.99
I’m a sucker for fidget toys, and I love today’s deal on the FlipNetik. It’s designed to roll, so to speak, even though its shape in no way looks like it should roll. There’s a square model and a hexagon, and they come in gold, silver, or black. I’m linking directly to the black hexagon listing, but there’s a pulldown menu for the other options, including buying both a square and a hexagon at a discount. Spoiler, that’s what I did! One is $22.99, while two are $34.99.