The popular instant messaging app WhatsApp was updated this week with a change that will impact some users who still have old phones. The latest version of the app has dropped support for iOS 9, which …
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You need an Apple Watch to sign up for Apple Fitness Plus, but not for every workout — here’s why
You need an Apple Watch Series 3 or later to subscribe to Apple Fitness Plus, but you won’t necessarily need it for the workouts.
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‘Secret’ Apple program reportedly rewards polite customers with free fixes, replacements
In a viral TikTok video, a former Apple Store employee revealed a special program which retail employees could use to “surprise and delight” customers with additional perks.
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App Store Drama: Good News For Apple’s Services Segment
Scrutiny from Epic Games led Apple to lower its App Store commission charged from smaller developers. But in the end, the impact to financial results may be too little for Apple investors to care.
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Did you just get your iPhone 12 mini or iPhone 12 Pro Max? Do these things first!
Before you even peel the plastic off your new iPhone 12 or iPhone 12 Pro (or maybe even a new iPhone 12 mini or iPhone 12 Pro Max), read this setup guide.
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Apple fans are so angry about this iPhone 12 ‘defect’
Apple rarely makes drastic changes to the design of the iPhone, which is why the squared-off edges of the iPhone 12 drew so much attention when the new models launched last fall. Unfortunately, there …
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‘Bird Alone’ Is Getting Heartbreaking Reviews On The App Store, But That’s A Good Thing
Although, I’m not giving away much more than a close reading of the App Store description would offer. Bird Along Game Art The game in question is Bird Alone. It’s a pet companion experience where you …
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Apple iPad Pro 2021: Report Says 12.9in Model With Dazzling Display Could Land In April
The next iPad Pro had been expected any day now. Reports hinted that there would be an Apple Special Event on Tuesday, March 23 where the iPad and other items would be announced. MORE FROM FORBESApple …
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Big Apple sale: deals on AirPods, Apple Watch, iPads, and more at Amazon
See more Apple deals at Amazon; Amazon’s best Apple deals include the AirPods Pro, which are in stock and on sale for $219, a $25 discount on the all-new Apple Watch …
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Apple iOS 14 Faces Ad-Related Antitrust Inquiry in France
France’s competition authority will look into claims that Apple’s iOS 14 software will improperly block advertisers from collecting user data.
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Apple wins first battle in French fight over iOS 14 privacy protections
France’s competition regulator has decided not to intervene in Apple’s anti-tracking push after receiving an antitrust complaint from online advertising lobbying groups.
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Apple App Store Discount For Small Businesses Only Makes A 2.7% Dent To Revenue: Research
Similarly, Sensor Tower estimates that Apple would have missed out on only $595 million, or about 2.7% of its estimated $21.7 billion in App Store fees in 2020 if Apple’s program had been in place …
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Apple Faces French Antitrust Probe Into iOS 14 Ad Changes
Apple Inc. faces a French antitrust probe into planned changes to the way it collects iPhone users’ data after the national regulator flagged concerns with the U.S. tech giant’s influence over online …
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iPhone 12 is tough so Apple wants you to use it without case and rough and tough
Can you imagine using your phone without a screen guard or a case? I, for one, cannot. But Apple believes that its iPhone 12 can be used without a case, and is so durable that it handles some messy …
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These are the 10 most invasive iPhone apps available on the App Store
Apple enraged the developers of some of the most popular apps on its mobile App Store last year when it announced that it would be adding privacy labels to listings on the digital storefront.
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Apple just gave Russia a spot on the iPhone to advertise its favorite apps to its citizens
Starting April 1st, users setting up a new iPhone in Russia will see a screen that allows them to automatically install apps that are officially sanctioned by the Russian government, in compliance …
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iOS 14.5 includes a killer feature that could keep your iPhone around for longer
iPhone 12 Pro Max Review iPhone 13: Release date, price, specs and leaks and everything we know so far Plus: iOS 14.5 Maps app may let you know how crowded places are iPhones tend to have a certain …
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