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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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Epic Games

Apple sues Epic for breach of contract

Apple countersued Epic Games on Tuesday, claiming the company breached a contract when it introduced a new in-app payment system within the popular video game Fortnite. Apple asked U.S. District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers for punitive damages and to block Epic from continuing what it calls unfair business practices, in the escalating skirmish between the two companies
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Apple Event Sep 15

Apple holding virtual event on September 15

Apple will be holding a virtual event, focusing on Apple Watch and iPad announcements, from Apple Park on September 15. Apple usually organises a slick event every fall from its Cupertino, California-based headquarters or another location in Silicon Valley but this event will be only online due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Apple App Privacy

Apple Delays iPhone Opt-In Privacy Feature in iOS 14

Apple is delaying its requirement that app developers get opt-in permission before tracking iPhone users, which had been set to go into effect with the release of iOS 14 this fall. After complaints from partners, the company said it will delay that requirement until early 2021.
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Apple must pay shop staff for time spent undergoing bag checks

A three-judge panel in California has ruled that Apple Store staff should be paid for time spent waiting to undergo the company's bag checks, in the the latest turn in a class action Apple has been battling for seven years, fending off retail workers that asked to be paid for up to 45 minutes spent at the end of their shift waiting to be searched.
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Coronavirus

Apple and Google integrating COVID-19 contact-tracing into OS

Google and Apple have updated their COVID-19 contact-tracing tool to make it possible to notify users of potential exposures to the novel coronavirus without a dedicated exposure app. Previously, users had to download a dedicated app from their local public health organisation in order for it to work, but now, both companies are integrating the technology more directly into their operating systems.
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EE

EE launches Full Works Plan for iPhone

EE today launched The Full Works Plan for iPhone, allowing EE customers for the first time in the UK to receive inclusive access to Apple Music, Apple TV+ and Apple Arcade for the duration of their plan, as well as unlimited mobile data and the option to upgrade to a new phone anytime.
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iOS 13.7 brings integrated exposure notifications

Apple has released iOS 13.7, which introduces a new Exposure Notifications System directly baked into the OS, to help combat the COVID-19 pandemic, meaning new system no longer requires a separate app to be downloaded. When you upgrade to iOS 13.7, you’ll see a new section of the Settings menu that includes a toggle to “Turn on Exposure Notifications.”
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Google Maps

Google Maps for Android and iOS show Traffic Lights

Google Maps is now showing traffic light locations to users on Android and iOS. This is a server-side update, meaning that it should appear in your Google Maps app automatically. The feature is visible on both iPhones and Android smartphones for driving and walking directions, but the icon is static and not a live view
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Apple Music Radio

Apple launches Apple Music Radio

Apple today launched two new live global radio offerings on Apple Music, now available to music fans in 165 countries. Beginning today, Beats 1, the flagship global radio station, will be renamed Apple Music 1, and two additional radio stations will launch: Apple Music Hits, with songs from the ’80s, ’90s, and 2000s, and Apple Music Country, spotlighting country music.
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Telegram

Telegram for Android and iOS Brings Video Calling

Telegram has rolled out a new update bringing an alpha version of video calling on both Android and iOS. You can start a video call from your contact's profile page, and switch video on or off at any time during voice calls. Like all other video content on Telegram, video calls support picture-in-picture mode, allowing you to scroll through chats and multitask while maintaining eye contact.
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LinkedIn

LinkedIn caught snooping on iOS clipboard

LinkedIn is the latest company to have been caught snooping on iOS’ clipboard. A user of iOS 14 Developer beta caught the app copying contents of the MacBook Pro’s clipboard, courtesy of the Universal Clipboard feature.
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macOS Big Sur

Apple previews macOS Big Sur at WWDC 2020

Apple today previewed macOS Big Sur, bringing a beautiful redesign that is entirely new yet instantly familiar. Safari is packed with new features, including a customisable start page, elegantly designed and more powerful tabs, quick and easy translation, and a new Privacy Report.
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iOS 14

iOS 14 Previewed at WWDC 2020

Apple today previewed iOS 14 at WWDC 2020, introducing the biggest update ever to Home Screen pages with beautifully 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 Pay UK

EU opens investigation into Apple Pay

The European Commission has opened a formal antitrust investigation to assess whether Apple's conduct in connection with Apple Pay violates EU competition rules.
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Apple App Store

EU launches two antitrust probes into Apple

The European Commission has opened formal antitrust investigations to assess whether Apple's rules for app developers on the distribution of apps via the App Store violate EU competition rules.
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WWDC 2020

Lineup for WWDC 2020 revealed

Apple today shared the WWDC20 lineup, including keynote and Platforms State of the Union timing, and information on how developers can learn about the future of iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS, and engage with Apple engineers.
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iOS 13.5 brings COVID-19 Exposure Notifications

Apple has released iOS 13.5, which includes improved Face ID recognition of protective masks and support for the Exposure Notification API that it co-created with Google to support public health authorities in their contact-tracing efforts to combat COVID-19.
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Apple iPhone SE Black

iOS 13.4.1 rolls out for iPhone SE

Apple has released iOS 13.4.1 for the iPhone SE today. Ironically, anybody who pre-ordered their iPhone SE should be receiving them tomorrow, so you should expect the OS to be upgraded as you set it up.
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iOS 12

Apple releases iOS 13.4.1

Apple has released iOS 13.4 which focuses on bug fixes. Most notably, they address a problem caused by iOS/iPadOS 13.4 wherein users running that version could not join FaceTime calls with users running older versions of iOS or macOS—iOS 9.3.6 or OS X 10.11.6 or earlier, to be specific.
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Apple closing all stores outside China until March 27

Apple is closing all stores outside Greater China until March 27 to reduce the risk of coronavirus. Apple CEO Tim Cook said the company had learnt lessons from the outbreak in China and that is why it is taking these steps.
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WhatsApp Dark Mode

WhatsApp Dark Mode rolls out to Android and iOS

WhatsApp has launched a new update for Android which brings support for call waiting, new privacy settings and more. The biggest feature is obviously the new call waiting feature, although the company has skipped adding call holding for this release.
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Telegram

Telegram brings photo and video improvements

Telegram has rolled out a new update bringing improvements to photos and videos. Users can now switch to the Picture-in-Picture mode to watch your video in a small window and change video playback speed in the playback controls '...' menu.
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Telegram

Telegram brings three new kinds of polls

Telegram has rolled out a new update bringing three new kinds of telegram polls. Previously, all polls on Telegram were anonymous but you can now create polls that allow everyone in the group to see who voted for what.
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Ricky Gervais Golden Globes 2020

Ricky Gervais roasts Apple at Golden Globes

The Golden Globes 2020 are over and apparently some actors won awards while others didn't. To be honest, I've forgotten about the boring bits (who won what), the highlight of the night, the most memorable and enjoyable part of the night was host Ricky Gervais.
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Telegram

Telegram brings New Theme Editor, Send When Online and More

Telegram has rolled out a new update bringing a new Theme Editor, Send When Online, Verifiable Builds and more. Using the new theme editor in Chat Settings (or Appearance Settings on iOS), you can quickly tweak the style of elements in Telegram chats and add gradients to both your messages and your background. Users can easily switch between tabs Main Color, Background and My Messages.
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iOS 12

Apple releases iOS 13.3

Apple has released iOS 13.3 bringing updates to Screen Time, Apple News, wireless charging improvements and more. Apple has released iOS 13.3 bringing updates to Screen Time, Apple News, wireless charging improvements and more.
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Apple Developer

Apple Developer Mobile App launched

Apple has rebranded and expanded its existing WWDC app With the launch of a dedicated Apple Developer mobile app. The app is an expansion of its existing WWDC app for Apple’s Worldwide Developer Conference, which it will eventually supersede.
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Apple removes and bans Vaping Apps from App Store

Apple has removed all 181 vaping apps from its App store. While Apple never allowed the sale of vaping related equipment from apps, there were apps that helped users customise their vape pens, let users control the temperature and lighting on their vape pens, as well as delivering news and other vaping related stories.
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Apple commits $2.5 billion to aid California housing crisis

Apple has announced a $2.5 billion plan to help address the housing availability and affordability crisis in California. Nearly 30,000 people left San Francisco between April and June of this year and homeownership in the Bay Area is at a seven-year low.
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Apple TV+ launches in over 100 countries

Apple has launched its own premium video streaming service, Apple TV+ in over 100 countries and regions. The service is available on the Apple TV app on iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, iPod touch, Mac and other platforms, including online at tv.apple.com, for £4.99 per month with a seven-day free trial.
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Apple Services Revenue Reaches All-Time High of $12.5 Billion

Apple today announced financial results for its fiscal 2019 fourth quarter ended September 28, 2019. The Company posted quarterly revenue of $64 billion, an increase of 2 percent from the year-ago quarter, and quarterly earnings per diluted share of $3.03, up 4 percent. International sales accounted for 60 percent of the quarter’s revenue.
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Apple iPhone 11 brings All-New Dual-Camera System

Apple today unveiled iPhone 11, bringing a new dual-camera system, offering an intuitive camera experience with the highest quality video and Night mode for photos. iPhone 11 is powered by the A13 Bionic chip to perform the most demanding tasks, while getting through an entire day on a single charge, and is designed to withstand the elements with improved water resistance.
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Apple Arcade launching September 19 for £4.99 Monthly

Apple today announced that Apple Arcade will be available on the App Store on Thursday, September 19 with iOS 13, offering a new way to enjoy games without limits. With a subscription to Apple Arcade for £4.99 per month, users get unlimited access to the entire catalogue of over 100 new, exclusive games, all playable across iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Mac and Apple TV.
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Apple to unveil new iPhones on September 10

Apple sent out invitations Thursday for a media event next month where the company is expected to unveil its latest iPhone models. The event is scheduled to take place September 10 and will be held at the Steve Jobs Theater at the company's headquarters in Cupertino, California.
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Socializer aims to help the lonely get together

With the expansion of social networks, people are physically socialising less than ever. Even though this sounds weird, it’s a well known paradox. With the introduction of Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, WhatsApp and other social networks, people don’t feel the need to catch up in person as they did in the days before the expansion of internet/smart phones.
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iOS 12

Apple rolls out iOS 12.4.1 to Fix Jailbreak Vulnerability

Apple has released iOS 12.4.1 to the public, fixing a vulnerability that was reported last week that made it possible to jailbreak many recent iPhone models running iOS 12.4. The release comes after it was discovered that Apple accidentally unpatched a vulnerability that was originally fixed in iOS 12.3.
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Apple Card

Apple Card launches in US

Apple Card is available in the US starting today. Customers can apply for Apple Card through the Wallet app on iPhone and start using it right away with Apple Pay in stores, in apps and on websites.
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Telegram

Telegram for iOS brings Silent Messages, Slow Mode, Dark Mode and More

Telegram has rolled out a new update on iOS, bringing features like Silent Messages, Slow Mode, Admin Titles, and more. Users can send messages silently. To use this feature, users need to simply hold the Send button and choose to deliver the message or media without sound and the receiver will get a notification as usual, but their phone won’t make a sound even if they are not in Do Not Disturb mode.
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Apple teams up with Best Buy for expanded repair service

Apple today announced the completion of a major expansion of its Apple authorised service network. With nearly 1,000 Best Buy stores across the US now providing expert service and repairs for Apple products, customers have even easier and more convenient access to safe and reliable repairs.
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Apple Watch finally available on O2

O2 is now offering the cellular version of the Apple Watch. When Apple first launched an LTE version of its Watch (with Series 3) it exclusively partnered with EE. Vodafone connectivity was added at the end of last year and now O2 customers can get the smartphone on the company's custom plans.
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Apple splits iTunes into three apps

Apple has split iTunes into three apps: Apple Music, Podcasts and Apple TV. Each exists in its own right, with Apple splitting its entertainment ecosystem into three apps for a clearer, more simplified user experience.
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Apple Unveils SwiftUI Framework, ARKit 3 and New Xcode Tools for Developers

Apple today unveiled several innovative technologies that make it easier and faster for developers to create powerful new apps. SwiftUI is a new development framework that makes building powerful user interfaces easier than ever before. ARKit 3, RealityKit and Reality Composer are advanced tools designed to make it even easier for developers to create compelling AR experiences for consumer and business apps.
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iOS 12

Apple increases iOS cellular download limit to 200MB

Apple has increased the cellular download limit of iOS for iPhones and iPads from 150 MB to 200 MB. The maximum has been 150 MB since September 2017, but now the company is upping the limit to give users more flexibility, meaning they can now download big apps, games, and even video podcasts over a cellular connection.
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Apple App Store

Customers can sue Apple for App Store monopoly rules US Supreme Court

The US Supreme Court has said customers could sue Apple over the 30 per cent commission it charges developers who want to sell apps through its App Store, paving the way for a landmark antitrust lawsuit filed by iPhone owners who argued that Apple’s “walled garden” for apps is anti-competitive.
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iOS 12

Apple iOS 12.3 brings new Apple TV app and more

Apple has released iOS 12.3 for iPhone and iPad bringing a new TV app on iOS 12.3, tvOS 12.3, and Apple TV Software 7.3. The new TV app includes Apple TV Channels, a feature that simplifies streaming video subscription services by bringing them all into a single app.
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Qualcomm

Apple and Qualcomm Drop All Litigation WorldWide

Qualcomm and Apple's massive legal battle began in a San Diego Court Monday, but both companies today announced they were settling their numerous multibillion-dollar legal fights and paving the way to bring Qualcomm chips back into the iPhone.
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Qualcomm

Apple and Qualcomm Huge Legal Battle Kicks Off in San Diego

Apple and Qualcomm head to court in San Diego Monday, in what could be one of the biggest US corporate lawsuits Apple Chief Executivr Tim Cook is expected to give testimony in a four-week trial in a federal court in which the iPhone maker and four companies in its supply chain are suing Qualcomm for up to $27bn in damages for overcharged chip royalties.
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WhatsApp Business Version Debuts On iOS

WhatsApp has finally released the long-awaited business version of its messaging application on iOS, promising a much better experience for SMBs who want to communicate with customers on the platform.
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Apple TV+ launched by Apple

Apple finally announced its own premium video streaming service. Called Apple TV+, the service will offer Apple’s original programming in a redesigned Apple TV app. The Apple TV app will also be available across a range of smart TVs and platforms like Sony, LG, Samsung and even on Amazon FireTV stick and Roku devices.
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Apple Card

Apple Card is Apple’s new Credit Card

Apple launched a credit card at the “Show Time” event called Apple Card. It’s an actual titanium-based MasterCard credit card made in partnership with Goldman Sachs. The card has no late fees, annual fees, over limit fees, and international fees. The card will have your name etched with laser on the card.
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