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1 in 10 US households could be Apple TV+ subscribers
An estimated 9% of U.S. households subscribe to Apple TV+, a recent report by analysts at Parks Associates claims.An estimated 9% of U.S...
More evidence that iPhone 12 may turn up later than hoped
The iPhone 12 is likely to ship to ship in October, rather than the usual September time frame, claim a report published Monday by Digitimes.The iPhone 12 is likely to ship to ship in October, rather than the usua...
Huge discounts return for Apple Watch Series 5 — now just $299
Amazon is again slashing prices on Apple Watch Series 5, with discounts of up to $85 off some of the most affordable modelsAmazon is again slashing prices on Apple Watch Series 5, with discounts ...
Today in Apple history: Apple II gets its first disk drive
On June 1, 1978, the Steve Wozniak-designed Disk II floppy drive is launched. The peripheral solves the Apple II's biggest problem.On June 1, 1978, the Steve Wozniak-designed Disk II floppy drive is laun...
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Security researcher scoops $100,000 bounty for helping squash Sign in with Apple bug
A security bug with Sign in with Apple could have allowed hackers to carry out a full account takeover of user accounts.A security bug with Sign in with Apple could have allowed hackers to car...
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How Apple tries to strike fear into the hearts of iPhone thieves
Here's the message that shows how Apple tries to put fear into iPhone thieves to get them to return stolen handsets to Apple Stores.Here's the message that shows how Apple tries to put fear into iPhone th...
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Here’s the memo Tim Cook sent to Apple employees about George Floyd killing
Following the death of unarmed George Floyd, Tim Cook sent a memo to Apple employees, condemning the killing.Following the death of unarmed George Floyd, Tim Cook sent a memo to App...
Apple Stores caught in protests in multiple US cities
Several Apple Stores have been damaged and most are closed today amid protests in major cities across the United States.Several Apple Stores have been damaged and most are closed today amid pr...
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Today in Apple history: Newspaper replaces photo staff with iPhones
On May 31, 2013, The Chicago Sun-Times fires all 28 of its photographers, with the goal of training its staff to shoot photos using iPhones instead...On May 31, 2013, The Chicago Sun-Times fires all 28 of its photographers...
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Jason Sudeikis’ sports comedy Ted Lasso premiers August 14 on Apple TV+
Jason Sudeikis is reviving Ted Lasso for new Apple TV+ comedy that’ll debut August 14...Jason Sudeikis is reviving Ted Lasso for new Apple TV+ comedy that’ll de...
Today in Apple history: Apple marks massive iPod touch milestone
On May 30, 2013, Apple marks the sale of the 100 millionth iPod touch by launching a new, stripped-down model with a budget price of $229...On May 30, 2013, Apple marks the sale of the 100 millionth iPod touch by...
Casetify’s awesome new iPad cases make room for essential documents
Casetify's brilliant new iPad cases protect your beloved tablet while safely carrying your credit cards and essential documents.Casetify's brilliant new iPad cases protect your beloved tablet while sa...
Powerbeats Pro’s pretty new color options jump from rumor to reality
Powerbeats Pro comes in four new colors starting June 9. This seems to be a new 2020 version, but how it's different is unclear.Powerbeats Pro comes in four new colors starting June 9...
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Is Jon Prosser the new Mark Gurman?
In the space of three short months, Jon Prosser went from an obscure YouTube nobody pumping out videos barely anyone watched to becoming one of theIn the space of three short months, Jon Prosser went from an obscure You...
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Tile takes complaints about Apple to the EU Commission
Tile, a startup that makes location-aware tracking tags, told the European Commission’s Competition department that Apple isn’t playing fair.Tile, a startup that makes location-aware tracking tags, told the Europe...
iPad demand surges due to teleworking and online learning
There was increased iPad demand in Asia this quarter, with the coronavirus outbreak forcing so many to remain at home for school and work.There was increased iPad demand in Asia this quarter, with the coronavir...
Get Apple Watch to announce the time while using any watch face [Pro tip]
Using a simple tap gesture, you can have the time read to you while using any watch face on Apple Watch. Here's how.Using a simple tap gesture, you can have the time read to you while usin...
We talk AirPods with health features, and Apple TV+’s hits and misses, on The CultCast
This week on The CultCast: AirPods with new sensors could be on the horizon, and that would fit perfectly with Apple's always-on approach to health...This week on The CultCast: AirPods with new sensors could be on the hori...
Final episode of Defending Jacob delivers no easy answers [Apple TV+ review]
Breakout Apple TV+ series Defending Jacob comes to a gutsy and strong conclusion by leaving its characters, and its audience, in the lurch...Breakout Apple TV+ series Defending Jacob comes to a gutsy and strong co...
Save up to $160 on the highly rated Deebot 500 robot vacuum today only
Don't waste your time vacuuming when you can get a robot to it for you. The excellent Ecovacs Deebot 500 is now available at up to $160 off.Don't waste your time vacuuming when you can get a robot to it for you...
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Help SpongeBob and friends defeat Plankton in Patty Pursuit on Apple Arcade
If nautical nonsense be something you wish, then grab "SpongeBob: Patty Pursuit," a side-scroller that debuted Friday on Apple Arcade.If nautical nonsense be something you wish, then grab "SpongeBob: Patty ...
Get 30% off custom Ray-Ban eyewear when you use Apple Pay
Apple's latest Apple Pay promo will get you 30% off custom sunglasses or eyeglasses from leading brand Ray-Ban.Apple's latest Apple Pay promo will get you 30% off custom sunglasses or...
Today in Apple history: Apple shows off the Newton for the first time
On May 29, 1992, Apple demonstrates the Newton MessagePad for the first time, showing how the upcoming PDA can be used to order a pizza and pull of...On May 29, 1992, Apple demonstrates the Newton MessagePad for the first ...
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Save on Apple’s newest MacBook Air, or bag last model for under $850
Apple's newest MacBook Air is $49 more affordable right now. Or you can save even more by opting for Renewed 2019 model at under $850.Apple's newest MacBook Air is $49 more affordable right now...
Judge throws out plagiarism lawsuit involving Apple TV+ show Servant
A federal judge has thrown out a copyright lawsuit against Apple and director M. Night Shyamalan claiming that Apple TV+ series Servant stole its coreA federal judge has thrown out a copyright lawsuit against Apple and dir...
Apple now sells iPhone XR refurbs that are almost as cheap as iPhone SE
Apple has started selling officially refurbished iPhone XR models in the Apple Online Store. Here's how they measure up to iPhone SE.Apple has started selling officially refurbished iPhone XR models in the...
AirPods helped Apple stay king of the wearables in Q1 2020
Apple remains the king of the wearables, according to IDC's Worldwide Quarterly Wearable Device Tracker, published Thursday...Apple remains the king of the wearables, according to IDC's Worldwide Qu...
Trump executive order targets social media’s ‘selective censorship’
Pres. Trump signed an executive order that seeks to overturn liability protections for social media services, like Twitter and Facebook.Pres...
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Enable fall detection on Apple Watch for automatic assistance [Pro tip]
Fall detection on Apple Watch can be a real life-saver for those who are unsteady on their feet. Here's how to enable it.Fall detection on Apple Watch can be a real life-saver for those who are...
Apple TV+ picks up Hedy Lamarr biopic starring Gal Gadot
Apple TV+ got the rights to an 8-episode biography of Hedy Lamarr. The drama will star Gal Gadot as the actress who was also an inventor.Apple TV+ got the rights to an 8-episode biography of Hedy Lamarr...
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