[ad_1] This may also lay the groundwork for Apple’s rumored Tile-like tracking tag, although there’s nothing strictly linked to trackers in the leak. This wouldn’t be the only developer-focused addition, of course. Siri would support a host of new intents for third-party apps, such as media controls (for third-party services on the HomePod, perhaps?), search, […]
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Apple may bring Siri Shortcuts and Screen Time to macOS
[ad_1] Apple revealed Siri Shortcuts at WWDC last year. It opens up the voice assistant, allowing you to create custom Siri commands for various apps, though you might need to download a Marzipan app (those ported from iPad to Mac) from the Mac App Store to use Shortcuts on your computer. It’s a move that […]
Save $150 on an 11-inch Apple iPad Pro
[ad_1] Fluance RT81 Turntable Street price: $250; deal price: $210 If you’ve been seeking an attractive turntable with good sound for the price and don’t need USB-out, this is a nice opportunity to save on this recommended model, down to $210 from a typical price of $250. For anyone who picked up some vinyl during […]
Apple may be developing a Tile-like tracking tag
[ad_1] The tag is said to link to your iCloud account when you place it close to your iPhone, akin to how you’d pair AirPods. If the tag moves too far away from your phone, you can receive a notification. You should be able to set up safe zones, where you can leave a tagged […]
Foxconn boss Terry Gou is running for president of Taiwan
[ad_1] According to Gou, he was inspired to pursue presidency by the sea goddess Mazu, who came to him in a dream encouraging him to promote peace across the Taiwan Strait. Speaking to a crowd at a temple in Taipei, he said that, “Mazu doesn’t want Taiwanese society to be so difficult. Mazu told me […]
Intel giving up on 5G tech explains Apple’s sudden Qualcomm settlement
[ad_1] In a move that accompanies today’s shocking settlement between Apple and Qualcomm, Intel has suddenly announced it’s not even going to try building 5G modems for smartphones. Apple had attempted to replace Qualcomm as a supplier for its modem chips with Intel, but reported issues with implementing 5G tech were a reason it’s not […]
Apple’s new documentary chief is a producer from ‘Jesus Camp’
[ad_1] There are already a number of documentaries lined up for Apple TV+, including Home, The Elephant Queen and future Ron Howard productions. This, however, could help Apple score other big docs and ensure that they thrive. That could give it a better chance of competing with Amazon, Netflix and others that are already old […]
Apple may be spending ‘hundreds of millions’ to land games for Arcade
[ad_1] Apple has declined to comment. If accurate, it’s a large commitment — roughly half the $1 billion set aside for the initial Apple TV+ show roster. That kind of spending isn’t outlandish given the company’s aims, though. A subscription game service won’t fly if it doesn’t have marquee games to bring you in. Arcade […]
A candid look at Tim Cook’s time at Apple
[ad_1] Tim Cook: The Genius Who Took Apple to the Next Levelby Leander Kahney Taking the helm after the founder of the company has stepped aside is never an easy task, especially not when the person you’re replacing was Steve Jobs. Yeah, that Steve Jobs. The man wasn’t just the CEO of Apple, in many […]
Apple now asks you to confirm App Store subscriptions
[ad_1] App developer David Barnard first noticed the change, and 9to5Mac has confirmed that it’s already live. The feature apparently started rolling out last week. Whoa! Apple added an additional confirmation step for subscriptions. This new alert comes after you confirm with Touch ID/Face ID. I hope they address this in a more elegant way […]