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Apple Changsha

Apple Changsha opening Saturday in China

Apple Changsha, the first Apple Store in Hunan province, will open on Saturday. Situated in the heart of the provincial capital city, Apple Changsha’s location provides easy access for customers across central China.
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Apple Music

Apple Music for Android brings Lossless Audio And Dolby Atmos

Apple Music for Android is now rolling out Lossless Audio and Dolby Atmos. Last month, Apple unveiled a free update for Apple Music subscribers that added lossless audio streaming and spatial audio with support for Dolby Atmos. Now, Android users can access these features too.
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Apple Housing Support

Apple deploys more than $1 billion for projects across California

Apple is accelerating its support for affordable housing initiatives and over the past 18 months the company says it has deployed more than $1 billion for projects across California. Apple’s financial commitment has already helped thousands of people in the state become homeowners for the first time.
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Today at Apple Creative Studios

Apple launches Today at Apple Creative Studios

Apple has launched Today at Apple Creative Studios, a global initiative intended to provide career-building mentorship, professional industry skills training, creative resources, and access to Apple’s full product lineup of iPhone, iPad, and Mac to underrepresented communities across the globe.
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Apple Podcasts Subscriptions

Apple Podcasts Subscriptions now available worldwide

Apple unveiled Apple Podcasts Subscriptions back in April, and they are now available from today on Apple Podcasts. meaning that listeners in more than 170 countries and regions can now sign up for premium subscriptions that include a variety of benefits curated by creators, such as ad-free listening, access to additional content, and early or exclusive access to new series.
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iOS 15

iOS 15 – Everything Apple is bringing to iOS 15

Apple today previewed iOS 15, a major update making FaceTime calls more natural, introduces SharePlay for shared experiences, new ways to manage notifications, and brings more intelligence to photos and search to quickly access information. Apple Maps unveils beautiful new ways to explore the world, Weather is redesigned with full-screen maps and more graphical displays of data, Wallet adds support for home keys and ID cards, and browsing the internet with Safari is even simpler with a new tab bar design and Tab Groups. iOS 15 also includes new privacy controls in Siri, Mail, and more places across the system to further protect user information.
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NXP

NXP’s Development Tools Enable Ultra-Wideband Applications for iPhone and Apple Watch

NXP Semiconductors now offers beta Ultra-Wideband (UWB) development tools from its NXP Trimension portfolio that interoperate with the U1 chip in supported Apple products. The beta development tools will allow developers to kick-start the design of innovative applications that interact with UWB enabled Apple products including iPhone and Apple Watch, unleashing the ability to create more precise, directionally aware app experiences.
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Cybersecutity

iOS 15 bringing new privacy protections

Apple today previewed new privacy protections in iOS 15, iPadOS 15, macOS Monterey, and watchOS 8, to help users better control and manage access to their data. Apple says that these features represent the latest innovations in Apple’s legacy of privacy leadership, as the company has continually expanded its commitment to privacy and encouraged change across the industry with features like App Tracking Transparency and Privacy Nutrition Labels on the App Store.
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Apple launches new developer tools

Apple today launched new tools and technologies designed to help developers create more engaging app experiences and make it even easier to build high-quality apps. Xcode Cloud brings together the multiple tasks and tools required to build, test, and deliver apps using powerful cloud services, enabling individual developers and teams to be more productive and provide great apps to their users.
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macOS Monterey

macOS Monterey brings new ways to connect with friends and family and more

Apple today previewed macOS Monterey, bringing new ways for users to connect, get more done, and work more fluidly across their Apple devices. SharePlay, a new feature in FaceTime, lets users share experiences together, and Shared with You makes it easy to discover and enjoy content shared through Messages right in Photos, Safari, Apple Podcasts, Apple News, and the Apple TV app.
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watchOS 8

watchOS 8 bringing new access, connectivity, and mindfulness features

Apple today previewed watchOS 8, bringing new features for users to stay healthy, active, and connected. Updates to the Wallet and Home apps extend Apple Watch as an increasingly useful tool for convenient access across the car and places users live, work, and visit. A reimagined Breathe app and new Tai Chi and Pilates workout types help users lead a fit and healthy life and support mental well-being, while a new Portraits watch face and enhancements to Messages and the Photos app make staying connected to loved ones even easier.
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FaceTime

Apple bringing FaceTime video to Android and Windows

Apple today showed previews of its FaceTime video chat, adding the ability to schedule calls with multiple attendees and making the software compatible with Android and Windows devices. For the first time, FaceTime calls will extend beyond Apple devices.
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Apple App Store

Apple App Store facilitated $643 billion in billings and sales during 2020

Apple today revealed that the App Store ecosystem facilitated $643 billion in billings and sales during 2020, a 24 percent year-over-year increase. An independent study by economists from the Analysis Group found that developers selling goods and services across many categories grew their businesses while reaching customers around the world.
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Incognia

Incognia Launches free Developer Edition

Location identity company Incognia has launched its Developer Edition, a free version of Incognia’s mobile fraud prevention solution for mobile app developers. The offering allows mobile developers to add frictionless fraud prevention to fintech and mcommerce apps, enabling UX design and account security within their apps.
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European Commission

EC claims Apple in Breach of EU Competition Law

The European Commission has issued a Statement of Objections saying Apple has "distorted competition in the music streaming market as it abused its dominant position for the distribution of music streaming apps through its App Store."
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iOS 14.5

Apple releases iOS 14.5

Apple has officially released OS 14.5, bringing the ability to unlock iPhone with Apple Watch while wearing a face mask, more diverse Siri voices, new privacy controls, skin tone options to better represent couples in emoji, and much more.
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Apple AirTag Accessories

Apple finally unveils AirTag to help keep track of and find items

Apple has finally unveiled AirTag, a small accessory that helps keep track of and find the items that matter most with Apple’s Find My app. Whether attached to a handbag, keys, backpack, or other items, AirTag taps into the vast, global Find My network and can help locate a lost item
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Apple Podcasts Subscriptions

Apple Podcasts Subscriptions coming in May

Apple today unveiled Apple Podcasts Subscriptions, a global marketplace for listeners to discover premium subscriptions offered by their favourite creators alongside millions of free shows on Apple Podcasts.
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Apple Card

Apple Card Family coming in May

Apple today unveiled Apple Card Family, a new way for people to share their Apple Card, track purchases, manage spending, and build credit together with their Family Sharing group.
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Apple Spring Loaded

Apple holding ‘Spring Loaded’ Event on April 20

Apple is holding a special event on April 20, 2021, coming with the tagline, ‘Spring Loaded’. The event will take place at 3:00 PM GMT / 10:00 AM Pacific Time at the Steve Jobs Theater on the Apple Park campus located in Cupertino, California.
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iOS 14

Apple releases iOS 14.5 Public Beta 7

Apple has released the seventh public beta of iOS 14.5. Members of Apple's Beta Software Program can download the previews and register devices now. iOS 14.5 will be the biggest update to iOS 14 to date, introducing several significant new features.
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iOS 14

Apple releases iOS 14.5 Public Beta 6

Apple has released the sixth public beta of iOS 14.5. Members of Apple's Beta Software Program can download the previews and register devices now. iOS 14.5 will be the biggest update to iOS 14 to date, introducing several significant new features.
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WWDC21

Apple will kick off WWDC21 on June 7

Apple will host its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) June 7 through 11, in an all-online format. WWDC21 is an opportunity for developers to learn about the new technologies, tools, and frameworks they rely on to build innovative and platform-differentiating apps and games.
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iOS 14

iOS 14.4.1 brings a security fix

Apple has unexpectedly released iOS 14.4.1, which fixes a vulnerability in WebKit, so that malicious web content won’t have its way. Apple describes this as “A memory corruption issue was addressed with improved validation”.
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iCloud

Apple now lets you transfer your iCloud Photos to Google Photos

Apple has launched a new service that automates the process of transferring a copy of your iCloud Photos to Google Photos. The service is initially available to customers in Australia, Canada, the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, New Zealand, Norway, Switzerland, the UK, and the U.S. for transfers to Google Photos.
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Competition and Markets Authority

CMA launches investigation into Apple’s App Store

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) investigating Apple’s conduct in relation to the distribution of apps on iOS and iPadOS devices in the UK, in particular, the terms and conditions governing app developers’ access to Apple’s App Store.
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Speedtest

Ookla Speedtest launches new video test on iOS

Ookla Speedtest has launched a new video test, allowing users the ability to directly measure their video streaming experience, providing a new Speedtest that measures max resolution, buffering and loading times.
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iOS 14

iOS 14.4 brings security fixes and improvements

Apple has officially released iOS 14.4, bringing some important bug fixes and security updates. Smaller QR codes can now be recognised by Camera and there is an option to classify Bluetooth device type in Settings for correct identification of headphones for audio notifications.
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Apple Time to Walk

‘Time to Walk’ comes to Apple Fitness+

Apple today unveiled Time to Walk, a new audio walking experience on Apple Watch for Fitness+ subscribers, created to encourage users to walk more often and reap the benefits from one of the healthiest activities.
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Telegram

Apple sued for not removing Telegram from App Store

A Washington-based non-profit group called the Coalition for a Safer Web has sued Apple for not removing the Telegram app from the App Store. The group alleges that the platform is being used by hate groups and extremists to attack the Capitol.
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Monica Lozano

Monica Lozano elected to Apple’s board of directors

Monica Lozano, president and CEO of College Futures Foundation, has been elected to Apple’s board of directors, bringing with her a broad range of leadership experience in the public and private sectors, as well as a long and storied track record as a champion for equity, opportunity, and representation.
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Apple Cerellium

Apple loses Copyright Violation Lawsuit against Corellium

The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida, West Palm Beach has ruled against Apple in its copyright violation claims against Corellium, which offers virtual iPhones for security researchers testing for vulnerabilities in the operating system.
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Apple confirms iPhone Touchscreen Display module issues

Apple has confirmed that “a small percentage of iPhone 11 displays may stop responding to touch due to an issue with the display module.” The company has announced a replacement program and confirmed that affected devices were manufactured during a six-month period between November 2019 and May 2020.
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Sony Apple TV

Sony brings Apple TV to select smart TVs

Sony customers can now access the Apple TV app on select Sony smart TVs to enjoy Apple TV+, Apple TV channels, new and popular movies, and personalised and curated recommendations.
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Apple HomePad

Apple unveils HomePod mini

Apple today unveiled HomePod mini, the company's most affordable, diminutive smart speaker at just 3.3 inches tall. The Apple HomePod mini is very similar in design and features to the HomePod, simply smaller.
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Fortnite

Apple can continue to bar Fortnite from its App Store

A US federal judge ruling will allow Apple to continue to bar the Fortnite game from its App Store, but also sets out that it cannot harm publisher Epic Games' developer tools business, which includes the Unreal Engine software use by other video games.
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Apple iPhone 12 Event Hi Speed

Apple iPhone event confirmed for Tuesday October 13

Apple has just sent out invitations to its next special event which will reveal the iPhone 12 series and possibly more. While there has been plenty of rumours surrounding the upcoming iPhone 12 series, the invite might just hold some clues. Last months Apple event promo was titled "Time Flies", which we deduced was related to a new Apple Watch. This time, Apple promo states: “Hi, Speed.”
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European Commission

European Commission to appeal Apple €13bn tax ruling

The European commission is to appeal a court ruling that said Apple did not have to pay €13bn (£11.9bn) in alleged back taxes to the Irish government, reopening a landmark battle in the EU’s campaign to stop sweetheart deals for multinationals.
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Apple Watch Series 6

EE offers Apple Watch Family Setup at launch

Apple's 15 September event provided a wealth of new products and services, including the new eighth-generation iPad and new 2020 iPad Air, alongside the launch of the Apple Watch Series 6 and affordable new Apple Watch SE. The company also unveiled Family Setup - a new feature built into watchOS 7 that will allow for the setup of multiple Apple Watches though one iPhone.
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iOS 14

iOS 14 officially rolled out by Apple

In a surprise move, Apple has officially released iOS 14, introducing the biggest update ever to Home Screen pages with redesigned widgets and the App Library, a new way to tap into the App Store with App Clips, powerful updates to Messages, and more.
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Apple iPad 8th Gen

Apple unveils eighth-generation iPad

Apple today introduced the eighth-generation iPad, featuring the A12 Bionic chip that brings the Neural Engine to the entry iPad for the first time. Starting at just £329, the upgrade packs even more value into the most popular and affordable iPad.
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Apple One

Apple One is an all-in-one subscription service

Apple One is the newest subscription service from the company that combines some of Apple's services into one monthly package. Packages include iCloud, Apple Music, Apple TV Plus, Apple Arcade, Apple News Plus and Apple's newest service, Apple Fitness Plus
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Apple Watch Series 6

Apple Watch SE unveiled by Apple

As well as unveiling the Apple Watch Series 6 today, Apple unveiled Apple Watch SE, bringing the essential features of Apple Watch into a modern design customers love — all at a more affordable price.
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Apple Watch Series 6

Apple Watch Series 6 brings Blood Oxygen sensor and more

Apple today unveiled Apple Watch Series 6, bringing a Blood Oxygen feature that offers users even more insight into their overall wellness. Watch Series 6 has a similar square design and always-on screen to its predecessor and comes in two sizes and a range of materials and colours. It has a 20% faster S6 processor and a screen that’s 2.5 times brighter when outside and not actively being used.
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