Apple and Fortnite-maker Epic Games meet in court for the start of a case that could have wide-ranging consequences.
Security Friday, Keychain Tips, Settings Shortcuts – TMO Daily Observations 2020-09-25
Andrew Orr joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss Security Friday news, tips for secure payment options, and some new shortcuts.
Apple Acquires Rights to ‘Cherry’ With Tom Holland
Apple has acquired the rights to “Cherry” a film starring Tom Holland and Clara Bravo from Anthony’s and Joe Russo.
Apple Temporarily Stops Collecting Facebook Event Fees
Apple has decided to waive its usual 30% cut for Facebook event fees until 2021, along with companies like ClassPass and Airbnb.
Facebook Wants Messenger to be Default iOS Message App
iOS 14 lets users choose which email and browser they want to be the default. Mark Zuckerberg wants the option for Messenger to be the default.
Ninja Dragon Stealth 7 Wireless Silent LED Backlit Gaming Mouse: $27.99
We have a deal on the Ninja Dragon Stealth 7 Wireless Silent LED Backlit Mouse, a gaming mouse that features a 1600 DPI Gaming Sensor, AutoFire keys, ultra-precise scroll wheels, positioning, and more. It works on the Mac and Windows PCs, and it comes in white or black. It’s $27.99 through our deal.
iOS 14 vs Android, App Library, Widgets, and Default Apps
Writer Nicole Lee is happy with iOS 14 features that are similar to Android, like widgets, default apps, and App Library. And she wants more of that.
But for me, the real star of iOS 14 is not quite so obvious (It’s so low-key that Apple didn’t mention it at its WWDC keynote). It’s the fact that, at long last, iOS now lets you pick your own default email and browser apps. This one feature, more than any other, is what I feel is a key factor in preventing me from switching to Android. That’s because, as an iOS user, it is not Android that I find attractive — it’s Google.
I’m trying to wrap my head around this argument. I don’t want to be one of those people who say, “If you’re not happy with iOS, then switch to Android.” But it doesn’t make sense to me that setting default apps would stop her from switching, considering Android had that all along. She goes on to say that she hasn’t bothered with iOS 14 widgets and that Android widgets don’t appeal to her. Okay, don’t use them?? Just like you’re not using iOS 14 widgets?? There’s more I have to say but this is running up against the length limitation of our Linked Teasers. Go read.
Apple Acquires Podcasting Startup Scout FM
Apple has acquired a podcasting startup called Scout FM that made listening to podcasts more like a radio station.
Would You Like a Flying Security Drone From Amazon?
On Thursday, Amazon’s Ring surveillance company revealed a security drone that flies around your house taking photos of everything, because what could go wrong in 2020?
The company’s promotional video highlighting the camera showed a burglar breaking into a home and getting spooked as the drone flew straight at him — “Oh, no!” he exclaimed — while the homeowner watched the encounter on his phone. “Oh, yes,” the ad proclaimed.
I know what you’re thinking. Yes, it’s a real product and not a parody from The Onion.
Eero 6 and Eero Pro 6 Announced with Wi-Fi 6 Support and Built-in Zigbee Hub
Eero 6 and Eero Pro 6 are available for preorder on Amazon and Eero’s site for November delivery.


