Welcome back to This Week in Apps, the weekly TechCrunch series that recaps the latest in mobile OS news, mobile applications and the overall app economy. M1 iPads running iPadOS 16 can take advantage …
Apple delivers its first M2 MacBook Pro earlier than promised
The M2 MacBook Pro goes on sale on June 17. Read our preordering tips to find out what you need to do if you want to buy one.
PSA | Preorders Open for Apple’s New 13″ M2 MacBook Pro Later This Week
Although you’ll have to wait until next month to get your hands on the new MacBook Air, Apple has announced that the slightly higher-end M2 MacBook Pro …
Judge finds Apple may have benefited from gift card theft scheme
A federal judge ruled that Apple may have financially benefitted by allowing thieves to steal gift card codes and make purchases in apps where Apple gets a cut of the proceeds.
Apple Studio Display shortages
Over three months after its initial announcement, Apple’s new Studio Display continues to face significant supply constraints. Currently, the entry-level Studio Display with the tilt-adjustable stand …
You Can Order Apple’s 13-inch MacBook Pro with M2 This Friday
The updated 13-inch MacBook Pro Apple revealed at its annual World Wide Developers Conference last week will be available to order on Friday, the company said Tuesday. The new version adds the more …
Apple’s App Store vs Google Play: App spending will reach $233 billion by 2026
the App Store will see a CAGR of 13.7 percent through 2026 to reach $161 billion annually. On Google’s platform, consumer spending is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.9 percent, reaching $72 billion …
Evernote Announces Major Redesign Of iOS App
Following last week’s announcement of a redesigned Mac client (more details here), which was released yesterday as public beta, Evernote has today announced a major update “coming very soon” for the …
Evernote for Mac Gets Direct Skitch Integration
With a new version released today, Evernote has updated its Mac app to include a brand new communication layer with Skitch, the company’s image/document annotation and sharing tool. According to …
Apple Pickup spaces let us ‘see Apple work through design challenges in public’
Apple Pickup spaces have been the most notable addition to Apple Stores for some considerable time. They offer a streamlined way to collect online orders from a retail store. Former 9to5Mac writer …
Apple to allow more app store payment options for Dutch dating app developers
Apple has long mandated use of its in-app payment system, which charges commissions of up 30% that some developers like Tinder owner Match Group Inc have argued are too high.
Biggest WhatsApp update in years is now available on your phone – here’s how to find it
If you see 0/512 you know that your app has been updated to the … be helpful for collaboration.” Finally, WhatsApp has now added reactions. This change is almost identical to other chat services …
10 popular apps that are dangerous for Android and iPhone
What are the worst apps to have on your phone? Here are the 10 popular apps that are dangerous for Android and iPhone.
Apps can live on in your phone or tablet, even after removed from an app store
Collecting antiques is getting harder but not impossible when it involves smartphone and tablet apps. Apple and Google are limiting the availability of apps that have gone too long without an update – …
Making your app stand out in the app store
Rise above competitors The Apple App Store has over 2 million apps available for download, while the Google Play Store has 3.3 million on offer. That’s a lot of competition. Here’s the thing: you …
WhatsApp 512-person group chats for people with too many friends are here
WhatsApp is beginning to roll its 512-person group chats out to everyone as of today, progressing from a period that saw the extra-large chats only available to a limited number of people.
WhatsApp groups to get even BIGGER! iPhone, Android users should update NOW
WhatsApp groups experience is getting even more diverse with this latest upgrade! Recently, the instant messaging app added a feature to let users share files and media up to 2GB in size for the …