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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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·6 years ago

Android phone’s built-in security key can now be used with iOS devices

Google's new 2-Step Verification (2SV) method which turns Android phones into physical security keys can now be used by those who own iOS devices. The 2SV method enables Android phones to be used as physical keys to log into Google accounts.

Google Android Apple

·6 years ago

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.

Apple

·6 years ago

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.

Developers Apple

·6 years ago

iOS 13 bringing Dark Mode, Advanced Photo and Camera Features and more

Apple today previewed iOS 13, bringing Dark Mode to iPhone and new ways to browse and edit photos, sign in to apps and websites, and navigate the world with an all-new map.

Devices and OS Apple

·6 years ago

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.

Apple

·6 years ago

Apple commits to providing clearer information on iPhone performance

Apple has committed to be clearer and more upfront with iPhone users about battery health and performance, following action by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA).

Apple

·6 years ago

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.

US Apple

·7 years ago

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.

Apple Devices and OS

·7 years ago

EU to launch formal antitrust investigation into Apple after Spotify complaint

The European Commission will launch a formal antitrust investigation into Apple in the next few weeks after Spotify accused the iPhone maker of “tilting the playing field to disadvantage competitors”.

Apple

·7 years ago

BBM Enterprise for iOS now Available to Consumers

With today's update of BBM Enterprise for iOS, individual subscriptions for personal use of BBM Enterprise is now available to iOS users. With an individual subscription, users can send secure, encrypted messages with other BBM Enterprise customers.

BlackBerry Apple Apps

·7 years ago

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.

Apple

·7 years ago

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