Microsoft believes it’s time for antitrust regulators to fully investigate Apple’s App Store. Speaking during a Politico interview this week, Microsoft’s chief legal officer Brad Smith outlined …
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Apple’s Phil Schiller says no App Store rule changes coming after ‘Hey controversy
Apple SVP of Worldwide Marketing Phil Schiller in an interview this week said the company has no plans to walk back scrutiny of Basecamp’s Hey email app, noting the software must comply with all App …
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Is It Finally Hammer Time for Apple and Its App Store?
The outcome of the company’s latest scuffle could have a lasting impact on the power dynamic between Big Tech and the rest of us.
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iPhone 6S Plus vs. iPhone 6 Plus: Spec Showdown
When announced, the iPhone 6 Plus and the iPhone 6S Plus were Apple’s flagship devices. A few years down the line, and they remain quality phones that offer excellent performance for the price.
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Apple now accepts Mac trade-ins in its US stores
You can now trade-in your old Mac at Apple Stores in the US and Canada. Bloomberg ’s Mark Gurman notes that Apple’s site has been edited to remove a disclaimer that says Mac trade-ins are online-only, …
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iPhone 12 could be even smaller than the iPhone SE, despite having a bigger screen
Provided by TechRadar iPhone SE (2020) The iPhone SE (2020) was an exciting phone for fans of compact handsets, as there aren’t many of those anymore, let alone ones with dec …
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Leaker claims only largest ‘iPhone 12 Pro’ will have LiDAR
Based on purported CAD designs for the whole “iPhone 12” range, one leaker believes Apple is planning to keep LiDAR for just the 6.7-inch “iPhone 12 Pro Max.” …
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Apple Watch coughing out water looks stunning in slow motion
A slow-motion video showing the Apple Watch coughing water out of its speakers after taking a dip looks more amazing than you might imagine.
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See How the Apple Watch Ejects Water in Slow Motion
The Apple Watch, which can be worn while swimming and doing other water-based activities, has a neat feature that’s designed to use the speakers to eject water, protecting the internal components. The …
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Leaked Apple file seemingly reveals iOS 14 device compatibility [u]
A hidden asset on an Apple server that hosts iOS software update catalogs may confirm the full range of iPhones and iPads compatible with iOS 14, including devices as old as the iPhone 6s and the iPad …
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New Apple Leak Reveals Missing iPhone Feature
Unboxing videos of the iPhone 12 are going to be a little bit shorter, as Apple looks set to remove an iconic feature from the retail box.
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Apple is having to defend its App Store practices once again
Ahead of WWDC 2020 next week, the Apple App Store is taking fire from a number of opponents at the moment who are critical of long-standing practices the iPhone maker subjects app developers to.
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Apple just doubled down on its contentious commissions policy by telling Hey’s email creators to make payment changes to get back in the App Store
Apple’s app store has drawn scrutiny from regulators and lawmakers, who have criticized it as a monopoly.
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Why Apple’s App Store is under fire
The App Store is one of Apple’s most important services, a fast-growing unit that brought in over $46 billion in 2019, accounting for nearly 18% of the company’s revenue. Investors see the services …
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Apple Reportedly Moving Production of the iPhone SE to India
Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) is on the verge of moving assembly for its lower-cost iPhone SE to India in a move that could come as early as this summer, according to a report from The Info …
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iPhone 12 Pro could have a 120Hz refresh rate, a big battery, and a slim build
It has been rumored for a while that the iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max will have a 120Hz refresh rate, and now there’s yet more evidence, as both have appeared on a list of phones expected to …
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iPhone 12 and Pro prices could excite longtime holdouts
From there, we’ll see an the sunset of the iPhone XR. That’s a device that’s currently priced at around $600. As the iPhone 12 is released, rumored pricing starts at $650. It would not be a shock to …
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