Bernstein analyst Toni Sacconaghi, a fixture on Apple’s quarterly earnings calls, has suggested that Apple consider purchasing privacy-focused search engine DuckDuckGo as a way to apply pressure on Google. Reported by Street Insider, Sacconaghi b…
Lees meerFall Detection is a feature that is part of the Apple Watch Series 4 and Series 5, and when it is enabled, it can alert emergency services if a user takes a hard fall and remains unresponsive for 60 seconds. Phoenix-area media outlet KTAR reports…
Lees meerApple plans to allow customers to buy Macs, iPads, AirPods, and more via monthly payments on its Apple Card, according to Bloomberg.
Lees meerApple retail stores in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will reopen on June 8, according to AppleInsider. There are three at the Ya Mall (Abu Dhabi), the Dubai Mail (Dubai), and the Mal of the Emirates (Dubai, pictured).
Lees meerOn a regular basis, Apple World Today posts a list of notable new apps or app updates that have been released. They may not necessarily be new, but they're popular and deserve mention. Here are this week’s picks.
Lees meerAs noted by 9to5Mac, Apple stores in Turkey will reopen June 8. There are three of the company’s retail stores in the country in Osmangazi, Besitas/Istanbul (pictured), and Uskudar/Istanbul.
Lees meerLongtime Mac users know that their computers can slow down over time, usually due to log and temporary files that get bigger with time, slow down indexing and searching, and otherwise just junk up your storage. Our deal today is for a lifetime li…
Lees meerThere’s been some debate as to whether Apple’s upcoming iPhone 12 will debut in the early fall timeframe as is the norm with the company’s new smartphone debut. A new report says that the rollout will likely be delayed .
Lees meerBloomberg reports that Apple employees face a number of workplace changes when they report back to work in person after working from home due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lees meerThe documentary series “Dear.…” is now available on Apple TV+. Inspired by Apple’s “Dear Apple” spots, it takes a cinematic approach to biographies of iconic figures in society today by using letters written by those whose lives have been changed…
Lees meerIn a new Apple Pay promotion, you can use Apple’s mobile payment system in the Burger King app and get a Crispy Chicken Sandwich for US$1 through June 10. You can redeem in the Offers tab for contactless pickup or delivery.
Lees meerApple has filed for a patent (number 20200175890) for a “device, method, and graphical user interface for a group reading environment.” It involves the use of devices such as the iPad in educational settings.
Lees meerEssence Group, a provider of IoT [Internet of things] solutions for security, connected home and healthcare, has joined Apple, the Zigbee Alliance, and others as a member in the "Project Connected Home over IP" initiative.
Lees meerApple has been granted a patent (number 20200174583) for “computer systems with finger devices for sampling objects attributes.” It involves using finger devices (not gloves) to control Macs, iPads, and perhaps the rumored “Apple Glasses.”
Lees meerApple has been granted a patent (number 20200174284) for a ‘head-mounted display device with vision correction” that hints at “Apple Glasses” that can be equipped with prescription lens for those of us who have to wear glasses.
Lees meerIn a note to investors — as noted by AppleInsider — lead analyst Samik Chatterjee says he thinks that Apple TV+ could hit 100 million paid subscribers by fiscal year 2025.
Lees meerReuters reports that startup founded by ex-Apple Inc engineer has come up with a system that would help engineers troubleshoot manufacturing problems remotely. This, of course, could be a lifesaver in situations just as the current COVID-19 pande…
Lees meerMore counties are turning to the Apple/Google developed tech for COVID-19 contact tracing, reports Reuters. The article says that Switzerland, Latvia and Italy have opted for Bluetooth short-range radio for their apps, based on the tech that secu…
Lees meerApple has appointed Ipsita Dasgupta as the country manager of India to head its services that includes its app stores, Apple Music, iCloud, and Apple TV+, reports HerStory.
Lees meerAn independent repair shop in Norway has lost an appeal over the import of "counterfeit" Apple iPhone screens. An appeals court affirmed a judgement over shop owner Henrik Huseby, who’s now “on the hook” for not just destroying what Apple calls "…
Lees meerApple has hired Amazon exec Jim DeLorenzo to head up sports for its Apple TV + streaming service, according to a Recode tweet.
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