Snapchat is rolling out a buddy system so people can share their real-time location with their friends as a safety feature.
Some Early OtterBox Wireless Chargers Being Replaced
OtterBox wireless chargers are showing problems with battery swelling under certain conditions. The company is replacing them free of charge.
Judge Dismisses Case That Claims Apple Multiracial Emoji Violate Copyright
A case against Apple that alleged it copied another firm’s multiracial emoji has been thrown out by a federal judge in California.
Thursdays with Bob: Set (and Forget) App – TMO Daily Observations 2022-02-17
Today Dr Mac chats with Kelly about the SetApp service and points out a few of his favorites from the service.
Fisker Ocean and Other EVs Show Promise for Apple Car
Looking at how Henrik Fisker is designing and marketing his Ocean SUV gives important hints for the future Apple Car.
Limited-Edition Beats Headphones Celebrating NBA's 75th Anniversary Drop Saturday
A limited-edition design of the Powerbeats Pro headphones from Beats celebrating the NBA’s 75th anniversary will drop on February 19.
FBI Warns of Money Transfer Scams Over Video Calls
The FBI is warning consumers to be aware of scammers impersonating high-level company executives to trick employees into transferring money.
New Game 'M&M's Adventure' Launches in Spring 2022
M&M’S Adventure will be the first mobile game to feature the world-famous M&M’S characters, includes more than 1000 levels.
Apple’s AirTag Stalking Recommendations Wrong, Say Police
Is Apple doing enough and providing good advice for dealing with AirTag stalking? One US police department says no.
Edison Mail for Mac Now Has M1 Support
Edison Mail for Mac now has M1 support, the company behind the popular independent app announced in a blog post.
Passware's Cracking Tool Can Unlock Macs With T2 Chip
Passware’s forensic cracking tool can now be used on Macs that have Apple’s T2 security chip, a report says on Thursday.
Tribit Launches Sports Earbuds and Bluetooth Speaker
Tribit has released its first-ever pair of sports earbuds, MoveBuds H1, as well as a portable Bluetooth speaker line, StormBox Micro 2.
SXSW Film Festival: Apple TV+ to Premiere Movie "Cha Cha Real Smooth"
Apple TV+ will screen four series and the movie “Cha Cha Real Smooth” at the 2022 SXSW Film Festival in March.
EyeQue Launches AR Vision App 'MyReaderNumber'
EyeQue’s new AR-powered vision app, MyReaderNumber, lets people take vision tests for near-vision and mid-distance vision.
Vote Against Tim Cook Pay Packet, Group Urges AAPL Shareholders
A leading shareholder advisory group has urged clients with AAPL stock to vote against a pay package for Tim Cook worth over US$98 million.
Turn on MMS on iPhone to Send Messages With Photos to Android Users
To make sure sending photos from an iPhone to an Android device works iOS users need to turn on MMS messaging.
Apple Seeds Latest Developer Betas of iOS 15.4, iPadOS 15.4, watchOS 8.5, macOS Monterey 12.3 [Updated]
The latest versions of watchOS 8.5, iOS and iPadOS 15.4, and macOS Monterey 12.3 are now available to registered developers.
Boost and Breach Insurance Partner on Crypto Wallet Insurance
Boost Insurance and Breach Insurance are partnering to launch the first-ever crypto wallet insurance product. It’s called Crypto Shield.
OpenSea and CoinTracker Want to Help With NFT Taxes
Do you need help with your NFT taxes? Good news, OpenSea and CoinTracker are teaming up to help consumers.
New York Attorney General Warns of Malicious AirTag Tracking
New York Attorney General Letitia James issued a consumer alert to warn New Yorkers of malicious AirTag tracking.
Android Announces Ad Privacy Changes, Takes Swipe at Apple
Google announced an overhaul in its approach to advertising and privacy on Android phones, and got in a swipe at Apple.
Health App Datas, iOS Betas – TMO Daily Observations 2022-02-16
Jeff Butts and host Kelly Guimont chat about setting up Emergency Contacts on iOS, new features in the latest beta, and AirTag privacy.
New Chrome OS Flex Could Revive Your Old Mac
Google has introduced Chrome OS Flex, its project that lets individuals, schools, or businesses put Chrome OS on their aging machines.
"Severance": Apple TV+ Show Inspired by 'Corporate Misery'
Forthcoming Apple TV+ series “Severance” was prompted by creator Dan Erickson’s own experience of corporate life, he revealed.