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May 18, 2021
6:25
Yellow 24-inch iMac shown off in early unboxing video [u]
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Though Apple's 24-inch iMac is not due to arrive in customer hands until later this week, an early unit was procured by a Chinese YouTuber who promptly unboxed the all-in-one in a video on Monday.How Gadget Guy scored a yellow 24-inch iMac days before orders are scheduled to arrive is unknown, though the variety YouTuber, who posts content on everything from cars to food, was able to get up close and personal with Apple's latest device this week.The video offers little in the way of new information, but it does give potential buyers a better look at the iMac prior to its official release on May 21.

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4:11
Mini LED production woes push 12.9-inch iPad Pro orders into July
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Apple manufacturing partners are reportedly facing difficulties producing key components for top-tier models of the recently announced iPad Pro lineup, pushing availability of the flagship tablet into July.Unveiled at a special media event in April, the new iPad Pro line features the top-end 12.9-inch iPad Pro with Liquid Retina XDR display. Production of the screen, packed with mini LED technology, is reportedly causing unexpected supply delays.Citing sources familiar with the matter, Bloomberg reports Apple partners are struggling to manufacture the intricate 12.9-inch screen in large quantities. Unlike traditional LCD screens, the Liquid Retina XDR groups 10,000 mini LEDs into 2,500 distinct dimming zones to achieve an extremely high contrast ratio.

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0:55
Amazon mulling MGM acquisition to boost media footprint
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Amazon is reportedly in talks to acquire MGM, a move that could vastly expand the retail giant's entertainment footprint.Credit: MGMAlthough a source confirmed the discussions were being held to The Information, few other details were available. The current status of the talks is murky, and it's possible that no deal will result from them.

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0:52
Apple's Phil Schiller talks App Store commission, Amazon streaming deal, more in trial
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Apple Fellow and former marketing chief Phil Schiller took the stand in the Epic Games v. Apple trial Monday, revealing a variety of details about the App Store and developer policies.Credit: AppleFor example, Schiller said that apple does actually reduce its 30% commission on in-app purchases to 15% for certain apps in exchange for those platforms supporting the Apple TV app.

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0:15
Apple Platform Security Guide updated with Unlock with Apple Watch, Magic Keyboard details
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Apple has updated its Platform Security Guide, providing more information about how the Unlock with Apple Watch feature in iOS 14.5 and Touch ID on the iMac Magic Keyboard works.Credit: AppleInsiderThe company routinely updates the security guide to incorporate information about new features. The Platform Security Guide contains detailed and in-depth information about Apple's privacy and security mechanisms.

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May 17, 2021
23:39
AirPods Max won't support Apple Music lossless over Lightning, HomePod also left out
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Apple's top-of-the-line AirPods Max won't support Apple Music lossless audio over wireless or wired connections, while the company's HomePod and HomePod mini won't support the new audio format at all.Credit: Andrew O'Hara, AppleInsiderThe Cupertino tech giant on Monday announced new audio formats for Apple Music, including Spatial Audio powered by Dolby Atmos and higher-resolution lossless audio streaming. However, there are a number of Apple products that won't be able to take advantage of the latter feature.

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23:25
Report details security compromises Apple has made to placate China
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A new investigation reveals some of the compromises that Apple has made in China to gain access to the booming market, including storing data on state-owned servers and censoring apps in the country that run afoul of local regulations.Credit: Wang GangCredit: Wang GangChina is a critical region for Apple, both in terms of product and services sales and because of a deep reliance on the country's supply chain. China, in short, helped Apple become the world's most valuable company.

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22:44
WWDC costs Apple $50M a year, new Apple Park developer center coming
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Apple's annual Worldwide Developers Conference costs the company about $50 million a year to put on, Apple Fellow Phil Schiller testified on Monday.Credit: AppleSchiller, a long-time Apple executive and App Store chief, said that WWDC's costs are not charged to the App Store in his Epic Games v. Apple trial testimony. Prior to COVID-19, Schiller did say that Apple charged developers $1,500 per ticket to attend.

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20:41
Apple working on 'Beats Studio Pro' with new form factor, betas suggest
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Images hidden within the latest iOS and tvOS betas suggest that Apple is working on a new pair of Beats earbuds with a form factor more similar to AirPods.Credit: Steve Moser/MacRumorsThe so-called "Beats Studio Buds" will mark a departure from the other wireless headphones in the Beats by Dre brand. According to images found in the newest iOS 14.6 and tvOS 14.6 betas, they'll appear similar to earbuds made by companies like Samsung or Google with no ear wrap and a much smaller design.

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20:34
How to find out if Apple Music Lossless streaming will make a difference for you
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The inbound Apple Music Lossless feature promises high-fidelity music recordings, but does it even matter in the first place? Here's how to test your own hearing and gear to see if it matters to you.On Monday, Apple introduced a Lossless option to Apple Music, which aims to provide listeners with every single bit of the original audio file in the song's production. In effect, this makes it so that listeners will be able to "hear the exact same thing that the artists created in the studio," claims Apple.Having the chance to listen to the original as-intended recording is certainly an attractive proposition for music users. However, once you've sourced a lossless recording, there's still two main obstacles standing in your way from being able to actually hear it: your hardware and your hearing.

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19:30
Apple provides release candidate beta of macOS 11.4 for testing
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Apple has provided developers with the fourth beta and release candidate of macOS 11.4 for developer testing.The latest betas and configuration profiles can be downloaded from the Apple Developer Center, with subsequent changes available as over-the-air updates on enrolled devices. At this point in the cycle, public beta versions usually arrive a few hours later, via the Apple Beta Software Program.The fourth build follows after the third, which landed on May 10, while the second surfaced on May 4. The first developer beta was released on April 21, followed by the initial public beta on April 22.

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19:29
How to listen to Apple Music Lossless Audio and what you need
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Apple claims that all Apple Music users will gain improved audio with Apple Music Lossless, but to get the full benefit, there are software and hardware requirements. Here's what AirPods, headphones, or other hardware you need.All Apple Music users are to get the new, improved audio as part of their current subscriptionApple Music is to get its first-ever major update with the June 2021 launch of Spatial Audio, Dolby Atmos, and Lossless Audio to the service. While initially available on 20 million songs, Apple plans to have its entire library of 75 million tracks streaming in the new, higher quality.

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19:18
Apple issues first Release Candidate beta of iOS 14.6, iPadOS 14.6, tvOS 14.6, watchOS 7.5
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Apple has released the first Release Candidate betas, with developers now able to try the fourth builds of iOS 14.6, iPadOS 14.6, tvOS 14.6, and watchOS 7.5.The newest builds can be downloaded via the Apple Developer Center for those enrolled in the test program, or via an over-the-air update on devices running the beta software. Public betas typically arrive within a few days of the developer versions, via the Apple Beta Software Program website.Round four follows after the release of round 3, which occurred on May 10. Round 2 landed on April 30, while the initial betas for this generation were made available on April 22.

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18:29
Deals: Roku Ultra hits record low $69, $299 iPad, Apple Watch 6 $329
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Monday specials are in effect now, with a record-breaking price drop on the Roku Ultra 2020, which is currently 31% off. 10.2-inch iPads are also on sale for $299, while Apple Watch styles are up to $90 off.Monday Apple dealsKicking off the week, Amazon has issued an aggressive price drop on the Roku Ultra 2020 streaming player, which is currently on sale for $69. With HomeKit and AirPlay 2 support, the Roku Ultra 2020 is also compatible with the Apple TV app, making it a viable alternative to the Apple TV 4K, which starts at $165 with AppleInsider exclusive coupons.

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16:23
Google's upcoming privacy changes won't match Apple's initiatives
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Google is set to announce new privacy initiatives during Google I/O, but it appears that the Android changes will stop short of Apple's App Tracking Transparency and other programs.Google I/O is set to take place from May 18 to May 20, and is used by the search giant to announce new products and updates. A big element is in alterations to Android, with new privacy controls anticipated to be revealed.The changes will apparently include making it easier for users to access settings menus to restrict the permissions of apps, such as access to a camera or its location, according to a source of The Information who has viewed the presentation in advance.

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16:19
Parler returns to App Store, says it will censor objectionable content on iOS
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Parler has now returned to the iOS App Store after "months of productive dialogue with Apple," with a solution including censoring content that violates Apple's guidelines on the mobile app.Credit: AppleThe social media site's interim CEO, Mark Meckler, said that the company has worked to "address Apple's concerns without compromising our core mission." Essentially, the platform will censor content on iOS to keep Apple happy.

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15:56
Apple announces two new Apple Watch Pride Edition bands
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The Apple Watch Pride Edition Braided Solo Loop and Pride Edition Nike Sport Loop launch on May 25 with new watch faces.Apple Watch Pride Edition bands for 2021Apple has released Pride Edition watch bands since 2016, and the 2021 model uses Apple's new Braided Solo Loop design. The new band incorporates more colors to represent additional Pride flags from across the LGBTQ+ spectrum. Black and brown symbolize Black and Latinx communities, in addition to those who have passed away from or are living with HIV/AIDS, while light blue, pink, and white represent transgender and nonbinary individuals.

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15:32
Apple Music announces Lossless Audio, Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos
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Apple has revealed that its long-rumored lossless audio streaming feature for Apple Music plus Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos is coming in June, at no additional cost to subscribers.Apple Music Lossless will provide users with high-bitrate versions of tracks currently available on the service. The Lossless versions preserve almost all of the detail of the original music recording, which can give listeners a more immersive and generally better experience."Apple Music is making its biggest advancement ever in sound quality," Apple's vice president of Apple Music and Beats Oliver Schusser said. "Listening to a song in Dolby Atmos is like magic. The music comes from all around you and sounds incredible. Now we are bringing this truly innovative and immersive experience to our listeners with music from their favorite artists like J Balvin, Gustavo Dudamel, Ariana Grande, Maroon 5, Kacey Musgraves, The Weeknd, and so many more."

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15:27
Amazon Music HD cuts price as Apple Music Lossless launches
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As Apple launches the higher-quality lossless Apple Music Lossless service at no additional cost, Amazon has cut the price of its existing Amazon Music HD, and extended its free trial.Amazon Music HDAmazon has now improved the offer on its Amazon Music HD, as Apple unveils its new update to Apple Music.

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15:21
Matter, sharing Home control, and more on the HomeKit Insider Podcast
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On this week's HomeKit Insider Podcast, your hosts and a guest from "The HomeKit Life" discuss a combined Siri Remote and AirTag hack, the rebranding of project CHIP to Matter, and how to share Home control.Special guest Josh from The HomeKit Life YouTube channel joins us on the show to discuss their home setup and experience. We discuss our favorite light switches, HomeKit fans, wireless networking, and more.Since the announcement of Apple's redesigned Siri remote alongside the new Apple TV 4K, users have bemoaned the lack of U1 chip for Find My compatibility. One user took matters into their own hands to create a Siri remote holder that includes an opening for AirTag.

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15:17
Apple releases trailer for 'The Me You Can't See' mental health series
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Apple has released a trailer for "The Me You Can't See," a mental health documentary created by Oprah Winfrey and Prince Harry that will air on Apple TV on May 21.The trailer, released to YouTube, offers a brief glimpse of what to expect from the docuseries, which will focus on conversations with people about mental illness and mental wellness.

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14:27
Cook preparing for Epic trial testimony, practicing with former prosecutors
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As the trial of Epic Games vs Apple enters its third and final week, Apple CEO Tim Cook is reportedly spending hours per day practicing his testimony with prior trial attorneys.In the late stages of courtroom activity in Epic's lawsuit against Apple, both sides are likely to bring out their best witnesses and arguments to finish strong. In the case of Apple, that effort will probably include an appearance from Tim Cook.As the figurehead for Apple, Cook is likely to have to answer tough questions and claims from Epic's lawyers, as he attempts to convince the court Apple isn't operating a monopoly with its App Store. While well versed in public appearances and previously testifying before Congress, Cook has apparently done some homework before visiting court.

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14:02
AT&T's WarnerMedia merging with Discovery in $43B deal to form new streaming service
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AT&T is spinning off its remaining WarnerMedia services to create a new streaming service together with Discovery, to compete with Netflix, Apple TV+, and other omnibus streaming services.AT&T's WarnerMedia is merging with Discovery to create a new streaming serviceAs previously rumored, AT&T has announced that it and Discovery, Inc, will create a new standalone streaming media company. It will include from the services AT&T acquired from Time Warner in 2018.

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13:36
Eufy owners privacy breached as app shows wrong cameras
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In a major security and privacy lapse, for an hour on Monday morning, users of Eufy cameras discovered that cameras owned by other users were viewable in their app instead of their own, and settings could be changed by those granted bogus access as well.Many connected cameras bought for security offer app-based viewing and playback of video feeds for convenience. On Monday, it appears that there's a problem with the app, in that it shows feeds of cameras that aren't owned by users.Initially spotted on Reddit, Eufy cam owners are reporting that attempts to log into the app provide complete access to another camera setup, seemingly in another country. As part of this access, the users are also able to see and change settings on the account and connected hardware, turn lights on and off, and also retrieve details like the camera owner's email address.

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11:25
Apple teases update to Apple Music, saying that 'music is about to change forever'
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Apple has started to tease what could be the introduction of a lossless audio or 3D option for Apple Music with an animated video embedded in the macOS and iOS Music apps.Added to the Browse section of Apple Music, a 15-second video displays the Apple Music logo, spinning around. As the logo spins, multiple copies of it are shown and sweep past the camera, as the screen background switches from black to white.The video is accompanied by a "coming soon" message warning "Get ready - music is about to change forever."

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11:24
New 'Lossless' Apple Music logo discovered online
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A new "Lossless" logo has been spotted within the web version of Apple Music, as rumors of Apple's upgrading to offer higher-quality music mount.New "Lossless" logo found on Apple Music websiteFollowing both Apple's teaser announcement about the future of Apple Music, a new "Lossless" graphic has been discovered.

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4:59
Cheap deal alert: $250 off 512GB M1 MacBook Pro, plus $60 off AppleCare
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In what is a record-breaking discount, Apple's 13-inch MacBook Pro with the M1 chip and a 512GB SSD is $250 off exclusively for AppleInsider readers. Plus, save $60 on AppleCare with promo code.New M1 MacBook Pro dealThe special $1,250 price on Apple's M1 MacBook Pro 13-inch with a spacious 512GB SSD in Silver is courtesy of Apple Authorized Reseller Adorama thanks to a $150 instant rebate stacked with $100 promo code APINSIDER.

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4:20
Bill Gates was ousted from Microsoft board over staff relationship
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Microsoft founder Bill Gates' departure from the company board may have been due to pressure from other board members, prompted by allegations he had an inappropriate relationship with a female employee.In 2020, it was announced that Bill Gates was leaving the Microsoft board to concentrate on the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. However, in a Sunday report, it is alleged that Gates may have been pushed out by the other board members over an engineer's claim.Gates was accused of having pursued a relationship with a Microsoft employee in 2000, in a letter sent to the board by a Microsoft engineer, according to the Wall Street Journal. The board hired a law firm to investigate the accusation in 2019, and some members also decided it was unsuitable for Gates to remain a director while the probe was being conducted.

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Apple Music web app leak all but confirms 'lossless' features
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The web app to play Apple Music tracks in the browser has seemingly confirmed Apple's teased announcement is for high-fidelity audio, with code references for "lossless" appearing ahead of its launch.On Sunday, Apple updated the Apple Music app to tease an upcoming addition that will "change forever" how people listen to music. While rumors and leaks point to a possible lossless audio addition, Apple's own code seems to all but confirm the feature is on the way.Source code for the Apple Music web app uncovered by 9to5Mac includes numerous references to "Lossless" and "Hi Res Lossless." The references seem to match elements found in the beta Apple Music app for Android, and could indicate the feature will arrive very soon.

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May 16, 2021
23:22
US Customs seize fake AirPods worth $7M in Cincinnati
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers have seized over 36,000 pairs of fake AirPods as part of an inspection of goods in Cincinnati, a shipment from China valued at $7.16 million if the products were genuine.Fake AirPods seized by Cincinnati CBPAn inspection on May 6 had CHP officers looking into three large shipments, originating from China but bound for Dayton, KY. The three shipments seemed to consist of a large quantity of fake AirPods, branded on packaging as "Elite Pods."

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22:22
AT&T in talks to spin off WarnerMedia for merger with Discovery
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AT&T intends to break off its media arm and merge the assets with Discovery, in what could be a bid to strengthen the organization against streaming rivals such as Netflix, Disney, and Apple.AT&T is believed to be preparing to make a deal with Discovery that could create a new media behemoth, one that could be announced within the next week. If agreed, the deal would see AT&T spin off its media assets from the rest of the company, and then those assets would be combined with Discovery into a new entity.According to sources of Bloomberg, the two organizations are still negotiating the structure of the transaction, and it could still collapse at this late stage.

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22:13
Epic versus Apple: What's at stake if Apple loses
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If Apple loses its trial with Epic Games, it could be eventually forced into making radical changes to the App Store and how consumers spend money within its ecosystem. Here are the likeliest scenarios, and what Apple would have to do to satisfy a ruling.Apple and Epic Games are in the middle of a courtroom battle for Apple's control of the App Store and the iOS and iPadOS ecosystem. It's a high-stakes fight that could lead to major changes in the way apps can be bought and used on the iPhone and iPad, as well as Apple's revenue.It's a lawsuit that could potentially cost Apple billions of dollars if everything went Epic Games' way — and not from damages. If Epic prevails in court, Apple could be forced into altering policies about what apps can or cannot do, which could impact Apple's potential revenue in the future.

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21:27
iPad Pro order arrives earlier than expected May 21 street date
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A few Apple customers may get their orders of the M1-equipped iPad Pro earlier than anticipated, with one person claiming to have received the 12.9-inch 5th-generation model a week ahead of the expected street date.An early iPad Pro order [via Reddit/PeterDragon50]The updated iPad Pro was announced as part of Apple's "Spring Loaded" special event, with wide availability expected from May 21. However, one customer received their order a full week ahead of when stores are supposed to start selling the new tablet.

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May 15, 2021
23:01
Apple's push for 3D will require voxel map of the world, claims VR evangelist
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Apple is preparing for another "paradigm shift" that embraces 3D, according to VR and AR evangelist Robert Scoble, with predictions that Apple's strategy involves creating a realtime 3D map of the entire planet, as well as more work on 3D audio and a headset like the often-rumored "Apple Glass."Apple is thought to be working on "Apple Glass," wearable augmented reality or smart glasses that can provide users with a mix of digitally-produced and real-world views. While the bulk of rumors and speculation have revolved around the hardware, Robert Scoble has forecast the kind of user experience to expect from Apple over the coming years.Starting at WWDC 2021, Apple will start to make announcements throughout the year about technological advances that it will be incorporating into its products, writes Scoble on Saturday. The announcements will apparently lead into "many new products, services, and experiences that will come for decades."

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20:24
Epic lawsuit continues, troublesome hires, and Detroit - This Week in Apple
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The trial between Epic Games and Apple offered more revelations about the companies and the App Store in court, while the rest of the week centered around a controversial hiring, iPhone 13' rumors, and the Detroit Apple Developer Academy.Keep up with all of the Apple newsEvery week, AppleInsider posts a large number of articles about Apple, including stories and rumors about its products, and connected third-parties. In our video series, "This Week in Apple," we condense the last seven days of stores into a single video.

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16:23
'Twitter Blue' subscription may add 'undo' button to iOS app
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Twitter will allow users to "undo" mistakenly-posted tweets in its app as part of its upcoming "Twitter Blue" subscription, a researcher has uncovered, with the $2.99-per-month service also potentially including other useful premium features.Twitter is a free service to practically all of its users, with advertisers providing the bulk of revenue. However, the microblogging site may soon give users extra features in exchange for a relatively small monthly fee.Uncovered by researcher Jane Manchun Wong, the subscription is believed to be called "Twitter Blue," and is tentatively priced at $2.99 per month. The price could change ahead of launch, though it probably won't grow that much higher in cost.

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3:45
Antonio Garcia Martinez says Apple fired him, company was 'well aware' of his writing
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Former Apple ads engineer Antonio Garcia Martinez said Apple was "well aware" of his writing before it hired him, and accused the company of defamation in its recent statement regarding his firing.Credit: Antonio Garcia MartinezIn a Twitter thread on Friday, Garcia Martinez said that "Apple actively recruited me for my role on the ads team, reaching out via a former colleague to convince me to join."

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2:48
Apple Stores keep mask mandate in place as other retailers ease restrictions
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Though some retailers have eased COVID-19 restrictions, Apple will keep its mask mandate and related safeguards in place at U.S. Apple Store locations, according to a report on Friday.The company informed Apple Store employees that it plans to maintain existing COVID-19 protocols, reports Bloomberg. The stance is in contrast to other retailers like Walmart, Sam's Club, Trader Joe's and Costco, which recently loosened restrictions to allow vaccinated shoppers to browse certain stores without a mask.Currently, Apple Stores require customers and workers to wear masks and undergo temperature checks prior to entry. Other precautions include social distancing, occupancy restrictions, health screening, and mandatory cleaning of products.

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1:32
Epic Games expert says iOS could be like macOS without security drawbacks
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An Epic Games expert witness laid the groundwork for an argument that Apple could make iOS more like macOS in terms of app distribution and third-party access without suffering in security.Credit: AppleCredit: AppleDuring his testimony on Friday, Harvard University Computer Science Professor James Mickens laid out the differences between iOS and macOS to Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers. Some of the key areas of distinction include security, app distribution, and third-party app access.

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1:21
Biden nixes Trump's 'American Heroes' sculpture garden that included Steve Jobs effigy
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President Joe Biden on Friday officially cancelled a Trump-era project that called for the construction of a garden filled with "American Heroes" statuary, including a sculpture of late Apple co-founder Steve Jobs.Biden revoked the authorization to build Trump's garden, and several other related orders, on Friday, reports Politico. As noted by the publication, Biden was largely expected to nix the project that began life as a response to nationwide racial justice protests.Plans to build the National Garden of American Heroes were detailed in an executive order signed by Trump in January. The effort was part of that administration's push to address conservative sentiment at a time when public calls to remove Confederate monuments mounted, a movement Trump described as "dangerous anti-American extremism."

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0:33
Apple offering Today at Apple sessions in American Sign Language for GAAD
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Ahead of Global Accessibility Awareness Day on May 20, Apple this week announced new virtual Today at Apple sessions presented in American Sign Language.Credit: AppleCredit: AppleThe Cupertino tech giant will offer two sessions in ASL: "Getting Started with iPhone" and "Getting Started with iPad." Both will cover the basics, as well as tips and tricks, of using an iPhone or iPad device.

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0:24
Twitter adds App Tracking Transparency prompt in latest update
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Twitter has added a new splash page asking users to enable ad tracking in compliance with new Apple App Tracking Transparency rules in iOS 14.5.Credit: TwitterCredit: TwitterIn version 8.65, Twitter users will begin seeing a new popup asking them to enable ad tracking to "keep ads relevant." Tapping on "Continue" will bring users to Apple's Settings page for ATT.

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0:20
Roblox rebrands as 'experience' creation platform amid Epic Games v. Apple trial
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Roblox now defines itself as a massively popular "experience" creation tool, rather than gaming platform, after the distinction came up in the ongoing Epic Games v. Apple trial.Credit: RobloxCredit: RobloxOver the past few days, Roblox has combed through its website and replaced the word "game" with "experience." A tab that once read "Games" now says "Discover," and the company has replaced the word "player" with "people." This all appears to be in response to the ongoing Epic Games v. Apple trial, according to The Verge

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May 14, 2021
23:57
Weekend deals: Apple Pencil 2 on sale for $109.99, M1 iPad Pros up to $128 off
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Just in time for the release of the new M1 iPad Pro, Amazon-owned Woot is dropping the price of the Apple Pencil 2 to $109.99 with free shipping for Prime members.Apple Pencil 2 dealWoot's $109.99 deal delivers the lowest price on the Apple Pencil 2, which can be paired with the new M1 iPad Pro 11-inch and M1 iPad Pro 12.9-inch.

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23:24
New Tim Cook Scholarship awards students in Alabama
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Apple CEO Tim Cook is recognizing high school students with a new scholarship program in his hometown of Robertsdale, Alabama, with the first round of recipients receiving $7,500 each.Credit: AppleCook is a native of the Robertsdale and graduated from Robertsdale High School. According to local media outlet WKRG, Cook has wanted to give back to the school for years. Now, a new scholarship program named after him has launched.

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iPhone user discovers MagSafe and ferrous sand do not mix
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Apple's MagSafe is an accessory and charging system designed for the iPhone 12, and one user discovered the magnets attract more than wallets.Ferrous sand attracted to the magnetic portions of an iPhone 12The iPhone is full of magnets, especially since the release of the iPhone 12. Between the speakers, optical image stabilizers in the cameras, and MagSafe itself, you'll find many objects can magnetically attract to your iPhone.

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21:24
Space Gray Magic accessories listed as sold 'while supplies last'
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Tied to the now-discontinued iMac Pro, the Space Gray Magic Keyboard, Mouse, and Trackpad are showing "while supplies last" in Apple Store.The Space Gray Magic accessories are being sold "while supplies last"When Apple released the iMac Pro it came with Space Gray accessories to match. Now, it appears as if Apple will discontinue the accessories along with the already discontinued iMac Pro.

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21:05
Apple Music for Android beta hints at lossless quality streaming
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Code within the latest beta version of Apple Music for Android corroborates rumors that lossless streaming might be coming soon to the platform.Credit: TechCrunchA report from earlier in May suggested that a high-fidelity streaming option was in the works for Apple Music. The option is rumored to provide higher-quality audio streaming to users who pay an extra monthly fee.

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20:07
How to make a QR code to connect guests to your Wi-Fi
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Rather than have a guest select your Wi-Fi network and then enter a fiddly password, just make them a QR code their iPhone can read. Here's how to do it.Give your guests a QR code and they can instantly log on to your Wi-Fi networkYou wouldn't want to put a QR code for accessing your network up on street corners like a lost cat photo. Yet when someone you trust comes to your house, giving them your Wi-Fi password is as important as showing them where the restroom is — if fiddlier.

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FDA says iPhone 12 MagSafe risk to pacemakers is low
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An investigation by the US Food and Drug Administration into devices such as MagSafe and the iPhone 12, has concluded that the risk to patients with pacemakers is low, but advises caution.Magnets are increasingly being used in both devices and accessoriesFollowing Apple's rewording of its iPhone 12 and MagSafe support documents to recommend careful use of the devices near pacemakers, the FDA has issued its own guidance. The FDA has conducted its own testing and says that although care is needed, the risk of problems is slight.

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Apple Beats isn't dead yet, with new designer reportedly designing new products
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Rumors of Beats' demise may be exaggerated, as a new report claims that ex-HTC Android hardware designer Scott Croyle is working for Apple on future Beats by Dre device designs.Beats by DreApple now regularly releases special versions of Beats headphones - like a limited edition Studio3, or glow-in-the-dark Powerbeats. It hasn't introduced many new Beats products — but that may be about to change, despite rumors to the contrary.

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How to use Messages to share your screen in macOS
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If you need to quickly offer help to another Mac user you know, there's no quicker way to remotely provide assistance than via Apple's own Messages. Here's how to take control of another person's Mac on their behalf, and how to allow others to do the same to your desktop.The perils of family tech support can leave you needing to quickly assist a relative or friend who may be new to Mac ownership, or can't adequately search for a solution by themselves. Support over the phone can also be problematic, and while doing the configuring yourself may be the fastest way, it isn't a great idea if it involves travel.For small and quick fixes that aren't easily explainable over an audio-based phone call, using a system that enables remote control of their Mac is a better answer. However, you may not necessarily want to go down the process of setting up a remote desktop system, especially if it's a one-off issue.

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Senator demands answers about Pentagon's warrantless spying on Americans
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The U.S. Department of Defense is conducting warrantless surveillance of Americans using commercial data, according to a letter penned by Senator Ron Wyden — and Wyden wants answers.Credit: U.S. National ArchiveBack in 2020, a report indicated that the U.S. military had been purchasing location data sourced from popular apps to track the movements of people around the globe. That information was bought from commercial data brokers and tracking firms that Apple and Google later banned.

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iPhone assembler Foxconn reports component shortage will extend into 2022
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Foxconn is expecting the existing component shortage to worsen for the remainder of 2021, and it will ultimately impact consumer electronics giants like Apple and Samsung, with some parts already seeing back-orders into 2022.Foxconn warns of chip shortages into 2022Apple assembly partner and iPhone manufacturer Foxconn netted $1 billion of income during the second quarter of 2021. Despite beating analysts' estimates, the company expects a slowdown due to part shortages affecting the entire industry.

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Apple to reduce Face ID scanner sensor size by 50% for 'iPhone 13'
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The 3D scanner used for Face ID is expected to get up to 50% smaller in the "iPhone 13" which could lead to a smaller notch, according to supply chain sources.The notch on the iPhone 12 miniThere have been a number of rumors and reports suggesting Apple's Face ID sensor array could get smaller in size. If the sensors can be hidden behind the display or reduced in size, then the notch itself will get smaller too.

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MacBook Air redesign, Spotify exclusive podcasts, and MagSafe accessories on the AppleInsider podcast
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This week, on the AppleInsider Podcast, your hosts discuss the possibilities and renders of a redesigned MacBook Air, Spotify's capture of another exclusive podcast, MagSafe accessories, and more.Benchmarks for the new M1 iPad Pro and 24-inch iMac have surfaced, meaning units are in the hands of early reviewers. Performance is showing a 50% faster CPU over the previous iPad Pro, and up to 71% faster graphics performance.Leaker Jon Prosser has revealed renders of a redesigned MacBook Air in multiple colors and a single USB-C port. This model replaces the tapered design of previous MacBook Air models and includes white key caps with a white screen bezel. We speculate on the possibility of this being a return to the cheaper 12-inch MacBook model rather than a replacement of the MacBook Air.

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UK's NHS coronavirus tracing app prevented thousands of deaths, study claims
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After adopting the Apple/Google coronavirus exposure notification technology, the UK's NHS app is reported to have saved up to 8,700 lives.The UK's COVID contact-tracing appThe UK's controversial COVID app — initially rejecting the Apple/Google model, then failing at a cost of millions of pounds — is reported to have saved thousands of lives.

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Spotify, Tile, Tinder App Store complaints are solely business grievances, Apple says
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Apple has told the Senate Judiciary Committee that complaints alleging that the App Store is anticompetitive, are based solely in business grievances.Credit: WikiMedia CommonsFollowing his previous hearing testimony, Apple's Chief Compliance Officer Kyle Andeer has formally written to the US Senate Judiciary Committee's Subcommittee on Competition Policy, Antitrust, and Consumer Rights. Expanding on his verbal arguments, Andeer lists in detail why Apple believe that complaints from Spotify, Tile, and Match, are motivated by grievances instead of genuine anticompetitive concerns.

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Apple iPhone supplier Foxconn earns $1 billion profits in first quarter
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Electronics manufacturer Foxconn, which makes Apple's iPhone 12 range, has reported earning over $1 billion in the first quarter of 2021, beating industry expectations.Hon Hai Precision Industries owns FoxconnShortly after reporting a 44% rise in first-quarter revenues because of working from home demand, Foxconn has now announced that it made $1 billion profit over the same period.

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Questionable rumor claims 'AirPods 3' to launch alongside 'Apple Music HiFi' on May 18
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A highly suspect rumor claims Apple is set to unveil a revamped entry-level AirPods product on May 18, and a lossless Apple Music streaming tier could be in tow.Without citing sources, YouTuber Luke Miani in a tweet on Thursday claims Apple's third-generation AirPods will debut next Tuesday. In a statement to AppleTrack, he added that the earbuds could launch alongside a so-called "Apple Music HiFi" service. Both products will reportedly be announced in a press release.Miani has no track record in predicting Apple releases, though his YouTube channel does cover the company and rumors surrounding future products. AppleTrack previously nailed AirPods Max's launch date a day before the headphones were revealed.

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Apple touts flexibility of M1 chip ahead of 24-inch iMac release
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A pair of Apple marketing managers in an interview Thursday threw a spotlight on the company's M1 system-on-chip design, noting the silicon now powers a range of mobile and desktop devices.Ahead of an expected May 21 release of the redesigned, M1-powered 24-inch iMac, Apple's product marketing manager Stephen Tonna and Mac product marketing manager Laura Metz spoke with CNN about the virtues of deploying a single processor across multiple platforms.Apple's M1 debuted with MacBook Air, 13-inch MacBook Pro and Mac mini last year, and more recently found its way into desktop and tablet designs with the 24-inch iMac and iPad Pro.

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Save money on spring clothes, sunglasses, more with new Apple Pay promo
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Apple's latest Apple Pay promotion offers springtime savings from alice + olivia, PacSun, Persol, Under Armour and more when using the payments service at checkout.Announced in an email to current Apple Pay users on Thursday, shoppers can find deals of up to 25% off from select retailers.Clothing outlet alice + olivia is offering 20% off orders of $250 or more when using the code APPLEPAY at checkout through the company's online and brick-and-mortar stores. Customers can apply the same code when shopping at helmet maker Bern for a 10% discount.

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Apple, Epic Games experts debate whether iOS gamers switch to other platforms
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Apple and Epic expert witnesses are butting heads on whether iOS users are locked into the platform amid other choices on the market, such as game consoles or the web.Credit: Epic GamesMichael Cragg, chairman of economic consulting company Brattle Group, testified Thursday on behalf of the "Fortnite" maker in the ongoing Epic Games v. Apple trial. One of his main arguments was that other versions of "Fortnite" are not a substitute for iOS play.

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Disney+ reports 103M subscribers in Q1 2021 as growth slows
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Disney+ had 103.6 million paid subscribers as of April 3, 2021, missing Wall Street growth expectations for the first quarter.Credit: DisneyThe service added 8.7 million global subscribers to its count in the first three months of 2021, Disney reported in a quarterly earnings update on Thursday. Previously, Disney+ reported that it had 94.9 million subscribers at the start of 2021. At its annual shareholders meeting, the company boasted that it had topped 100 million subscribers.

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Apple TV+ shares second season trailers for 'Home Before Dark,' 'Trying'
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Apple on Thursday shared trailers for the second seasons of Apple TV+ shows "Home Before Dark" and "Trying" ahead of their respective release dates.Credit: Apple"Home Before Dark" is based on the true story of young reporter Hilde Lysiak. The second season explores Lysiak's investigation of a mysterious explosion that leads her to "fight a powerful and influential corporation."

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Cherry Jones joins cast of Apple TV+ limited series 'Five Days at Memorial'
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Emmy and Tony award winner Cherry Jones has joined the cast of upcoming Apple TV+ drama series "Five Days at Memorial."Credit: VarietyJones will play Susan Mulderick, a nursing director at Memorial Hospital and the head of its emergency preparedness committee, according to The Hollywood Reporter In the wake of Hurricane Katrina, she becomes the hospital's designated incident commander.

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Apple notebook shipments grew 94% year-over-year in Q1 2021
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Apple shipped an estimated 5.7 million Mac notebooks in the first calendar quarter of 2021, coming in fourth among laptop makers during the period.Credit: Andrew O'Hara, AppleInsiderAccording to the latest Strategy Analytics data, Apple's notebook shipments are up 94% year-over-year. The firm says that Apple shipped 2.9 million notebooks in Q1 2020.

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MacStadium, Teradici team up to provide high-performance remote Mac access
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MacStadium and software company Teradici have partnered to launch a new offering that will allow for high-performance remote access to Mac devices over the cloud.Credit: MacStadiumTeradici is a company that creates remote access protocols and services, while MacStadium is a hosting company that allows users to remotely control Mac hardware.

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Most Apple users agree with App Tracking Transparency, plan to buy AirTag
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Apple's brand loyalty has increased to 93% after the rollout of new products and features like AirTag and App Tracking Transparency, with most users agreeing with the privacy change in iOS 14.5.Credit: AppleA total of 73% of respondents in a new SellCell survey said they agree with Apple's privacy changes, compared to 18% who opposed it and 9% who weren't sure.

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How to automatically download magazines in Apple News+
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If there's a magazine in Apple News+ that you always read, here's how to have each new issue automatically download to your iPhone so that it's available when you're ready.Apple News+ (Credit: William Gallagher)As more of us return to offices and get back that forgotten frustration of an intermittent internet signal during our commute, it's handy to stock up your iPhone with something good to read.

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Apple fires Antonio Garcia Martinez after employee backlash
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Apple has reportedly fired Antonio Garcia Martinez after an employee backlash over sexist comments that he made in his book "Chaos Monkeys."Credit: AppleThe newly hired engineer is "gone from Apple after employee backlash," the company confirmed to Bloomberg on Wednesday. Earlier in the day, Apple employees began circulating a petition that called for an investigation into Garcia Martinez's hiring.

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How to reset an AirTag
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You have to open up an AirTag and reset if it's been used and the previous owner didn't unpair while in Bluetooth range. Here's how to do it.Get used to seeing the inside of your AirTag if you need to reset itIf you need to give a friend or partner your old AirTag and let them set it up as their own, do it when you're with them. When you're there, and most important when the AirTag is within Bluetooth range of your iPhone, it's a simple job of unpairing the two.

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Tesla stops accepting BitCoin, nearly entire cryptocurrency market hammered
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The price of nearly every cryptocurrency has taken a nose-dive after Tesla suspended consumer purchases using BitCoin, citing environmental concerns.Credit: AppleInsiderBitcoin dropped as much as 15% on Wednesday following the Tesla announcement, hitting a low point just above $46,000 per coin. As of writing on Thursday, the price for a single Bitcoin has recovered to $50,836.20, down 7.4%.

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Deals: Amazon launches iMac 27-inch sale, save $200 instantly
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Amazon's latest Apple sale offers bonus in-cart savings on top of cash rebates on iMac 27-inch models, with prices starting at $1,599.New iMac dealsThursday's best iMac deals offer shoppers the lowest prices of the year on the 27-inch models, with the standard 3.1GHz Core i5 spec marked down to $1,599 ($200 off).

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2011 MacBook Pro repair cost settlement approved in Quebec, Canada
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Anyone who purchased a 2011 MacBook Pro in Quebec can apply for a $175 CAD settlement and request refunds for any repair services.The 2011 MacBook Pro had graphical issues which lead to a 2014 lawsuitApple was hit with a lawsuit in 2014 over graphical issues that would occur in the 2011 MacBook Pro. The Canadian courts have finally reached a decision to allow a settlement payment to those affected by the lawsuit.

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