A two-time, very popular guest on the Mac Observer’s Background Mode podcast, astrophysicist Dr. Andrew Friedman, has passed away.
Justin Timberlake Movie ‘Palmer’ Coming to Apple TV+
Apple has added ‘Palmer’, starring Justin Timberlake, to its collection of original films airing on Apple TV+.
REC App, Apple News Audio – TMO Daily Observations 2020-07-14
Andrew Orr joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss the new video app REC, and Apple’s addition of a new podcast and audio stories in News.
Apple Pay Coming to LA Metro TAP Transit Cards
The LA Metro said that TAP transit cards will work with Apple Pay later this year, MacRumors reports. The facility had been scheduled to roll out late last year.
The LA Metro said last year that it was working with Apple to add mobile payment support for iPhones by the end of 2019, but the rollout didn’t end up happening and work on the transition continues. In a tweet today, the LA Metro said that iPhone and Apple Watch support for TAP cards will be coming sometime in 2020. Los Angeles has been working to overhaul its TAP system, introducing upgraded fare boxes with real-time data about fares purchased online and developing a new TAP mobile app that allows for payments and TAP account management.
Case Maker Totallee Runs Sale for FREE Cases
Totallee is offering smartphone users a big sale for certain cases using a special code at checkout that expires July 20, 2020.
Audio News Launches for Apple News+ and Apple Podcasts
iOS 13.6 was released today and one update included is audio news versions of written stories narrated by professional voice actors.
Ocushield Anti-Blue Light Screen Protector: $29.99
We have a deal on Ocushield, an anti-blue light screen protector. It filters blue light coming from your iPhone (a couple of Android devices are supported, too). It’s made from tempered glass with a scratch-resistant oleophobic coating, and it’s $29.99 through our deal.
Peacock App on iPhone, iPad, And Apple TV
The app for NBCUniversal’s Peacock streaming service is now available for iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV. The service has various tiers and features a catalogue of NBCUniversal content. However, there are currently issues with making apps available on Roku and Amazon’s Fire TV.
'Greyhound' Generates Largest Ever Opening-Weekend on Apple TV+
Tom Hanks film ‘Greyhound’ generated the biggest opening-weekend release on Apple TV+ and also brought in a host of new sign-ups.
Apple Wins Latest Round of EU Court Battle Over Irish Tax Bill
Apple has won the latest round of its landmark tax case against the EU, overturning a $14.9 billion bill that the Commission claimed it owed.
