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New Apple Pay Ad Campaign Highlights Security and Ease Over Credit Cards
Today Apple has released an ad campaign for Apple Pay. The three short videos are available on Apple’s U.K. YouTube channel.
Researchers Discover Way to Clone, Reprogram Apple AirTag
Using inexpensive, readily-available electronics, researchers have proven its possible to clone or even reprogram an Apple AirTag.
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[U] Apple Arcade Losing Fifteen Titles According to New Section In the App Store
According to a new section in the Apple App Store called “Leaving Arcade Soon”, Apple Arcade will be losing fifteen titles.
To Cope With Economic Downturn, Apple Will Slow Hiring and Spending Growth for Some Teams
To cope with the possibility of a recession, Apple will reportedly slow hiring and spending growth across several of its teams.
Pegasus Spyware Targets Pro-Democracy Protestors in Thailand
Reports from “The Washington Times” indicate that NSO Group’s Pegasus spyware was used to spy on more than 30 Thailand protestors.
Gurman Predicts 14- and 16-Inch M2 MacBook Pros Available by Fall 2022 or Spring 2023
According to Mark Gurman’s recent “Power On” newsletter, 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pros should be available by fall 2022 or spring 2023.
Apple Responds to Woman Being Tracked by AirTag, States Improvements Will Arrive in 2022
Apple has responded to a report that a woman was being tracked by an AirTag device during an after hours event.
Trial Production of Apple’s iPhone 14 Underway, Mass Production to Begin in August
Reports indicate Apple has begun iPhone 14 trial production, right on schedule. Mass production should follow in August.
Apple Still Looking to Launch AR/MR Headset by 2023, Second-Gen May Arrive Sooner Than Anticipated
As rumors continue to circulate about Apple’s AR/MR headset, supply chain reports indicate the company may release the second-gen in 2024.
Apple Launches Back to School Promo in More Countries in Europe, Asia and the Middle East
Apple has launched its Back to School deals in more countries, offering gift cards and AirPods for every purchase of certain Macs or iPads.
Bluetooth Audio Gets Massive Update Ahead of AirPods Pro 2, What This Means for Your Earphones
Bluetooth SIG has completed the LE Audio spec codec, the update provides a wealth of new features to bluetooth headphones, including AirPods.
Apple and Jony Ive Further Cut Ties, Ending Design Partnership
Marking the end of a 30-year relationship, Apple and Jony Ive have allowed their design partnership contract expire.
Amazon Prime Day's Best Deals on Your Apple Gear
Amazon’s annual Prime Day has arrived, with great discounts on Apple gear and accessories for your iPhone, iPad and more.
Apple Receives Fine From Russia over Alleged iCloud Storage Violation
Reports indicate that Apple has been fined by a court in Russia for refusing to host the iCloud data of Russian citizens on Russian servers.
Apple TV+ Reveals Trailer for Kid-Friendly 'Amber Brown' Series, Premiers July 25
Today Apple TV+ has released the trailer for “Amber Brown”, based off the popular series of novels by Paula Danziger.
Apple Begins Public Beta for iOS and iPadOS 16
The first public beta for iOS and iPadOS 16 is now available. Non-developers can begin testing the customizable Lock Screen and more.
Apple Looking at Samsung Display to Develop MicroOLED Panels for AR/MR Headset
Today “TheElec” reports that Samsung Display is getting requests from Apple and other tech giants to develop MicroOLED for VR headsets.
Kuo Predicts More Affordable Apple AR/MR Headset to Arrive By the Second-Generation
In a new blog post, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo makes several predictions concerning Apple’s AR/MR headset, including the second-generation.
5G iPhones and iPads Banned in Colombia Over Ericsson Patent, Apple Seeking Antisuit Damages in Texas
Reports indicate that Apple 5G iPhones and iPads are now banned in Colombia over a copyright infringement action involving Ericsson.
Apple's Business Could Be Greatly Disrupted By A Possible China Takeover of Taiwan
Apple’s business disaster scenario might happen as both U.S. and U.K. security chiefs issue warnings about China taking over Taiwan.
'2023 Apple History Calendar' Celebrates Famous and Obscure Apple Software Milestones
Blogger and Podcaster Stephen Hackett unveiled a Kickstarter for his “2023 Apple History Calendar” looking at Apple software milestones.
BOE Back on Track to Produce iPhone 14 Panels Despite Past Troubles with Apple
Reports indicate that despite some issues, BOE has received an order from Apple for OLED panels for the iPhone 14.
CSAM Law Can Force Messaging Apps Including Apple to Implement Client-Side Scanning of Messages
A proposed amendment to the U.K. Online Safety Bill Could force tech companies, including Apple, to deploy client-side scanning for CSAM.
