There are no details yet, but Damien will write and direct every episode, and will also serve as the executive producer.
Andrew Orr
Since 2015 Andrew has been writing about Apple, privacy, security, and at one point even Android. You can find him most places online under the username @andrewornot.
Articles by Andrew Orr
Apple to Add a Privacy Icon to iOS to Stop iCloud Phishing
If you see the password prompt but don’t see the icon, it should give you a warning that it’s not legitimate.
Apple Faces Lawsuit From Sapphire Glass Manufacturer
Details about the lawsuit aren’t known, however the damages that Hebai Hengbo wants is worth more than US$75,000.
HomePod Language Settings to be English-Only at Launch
The HomePod will be available to order this Friday, January 26.
Apple Rolls Out Apple Music Analytics Tool for Musicians
Billboard reports that the tool will launch in the spring.
iOS: How to Check Your AirPods Firmware Version
Apple updates AirPods firmware automatically. At this time there is no way for iPhone users to do it manually.
Apple's Everyone Can Code Initiative Spreading to Europe
The tech sector is growing fast across Europe, and computing and informatics jobs are in high demand.
How to Create a Personalized HTML Email Signature
Using an HTML email signature in Apple Mail is a little complex, and will require us to use the Terminal, but you can copy and paste the commands within.
Apple Just Redesigned the App Web Interface For iOS and Mac Apps
The icons are bigger, the fonts are bolder, and the iPhone X screenshots are showcased front and center.
Apple Employee Buses Under Attack by Protesters
One Apple employee speculated that the assailants were firing rubber rounds at the buses.
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Apple Rejects Net Neutrality App, Reddit in Uproar [Update]
So far, it’s hard to tell how accurate Wehe is. But for now Apple has given the final word on the matter, saying no.
3 Tracking Apps to See Locations of Friends and Family
These are apps meant for you to do this in a non-creepy, non-stalker way. Don’t be like that mom from Black Mirror.
Siri Podcast News Feature Rolling Out to iOS 11.2.2 Users
The Siri podcast feature was designed for the HomePod in mind, and it’s designed for hands-free situations.
Face ID Tracking Emotions is Real, Thanks to Loki
The facial data is put through a neural network trained to map facial data to emotions.
First Toyota CarPlay Vehicles Coming This Spring
The CarPlay systems will have a wired connection, so you’ll have to connect your iPhone via USB.
App Store Revenue to Outpace Global Movie Industry in 2018
If the App Store keeps growing like this, by 2019 the total iOS economy will be worth US$500 billion dollars.
Siri Sport Stats Now Include Tennis and Golf Tournaments
These answers come directly from Siri’s Knowledge database, rather than kicking you to Wikipedia or the web.
This Public Utility App Collects Spare Change to Bail People Out of Jail
Appolition, a sort of public utility app, collects spare change from people and donates it to National Bail Out.
iPhone User's Health Data Being Used in Murder Investigation
Authorities searched through the Health app and were able to find activity data that correlate to the murder.
CES - Two New Kids Robots Offer Fun Coding Education
These fun robots will help teach your kids how to code.
CES - Elgato Releases Second Generation Eve Room Indoor Sensor
The Eve Room is US$99.95 and will be available in March at Elgato, Amazon, and Apple.
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Apple Begins Selling Linksys Mesh Routers Online and in Retail [Update]
An Apple spokesperson said that the mesh routers are a good choice for people with larger homes.
FBI Agent Whines About iOS Encryption, Calling Apple 'Evil Geniuses and Jerks'
By “evil genius stuff” he of course refers to mathematics. That’s what encryption is, just a bunch of fancy math.
CES - Use Your iPhone With a Bluetooth Metal Detector
It’s not a finished product, but a working prototype.
