Apple will host its annual Worldwide Developers’ Conference in just a few days’ time, and can be expected to announce a slew of new features arriving with the latest operating system versions for its …
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Why Apple Rejected Facebook’s Gaming App From App Store
A new report from The New York Times provides details as to why Cupertino tech giant continues to reject Facebook’s “Facebook Gaming” app and will not publish it in the app store.
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Microsoft president Brad Smith: It’s time for Apple’s App Store model to be probed
Microsoft president and top lawyer Brad Smith has voiced support for an antitrust investigation into the app store model created by Apple and the iPhone. Smith made the remarks at a Politico …
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Microsoft President calling for antitrust review of Apple App Store
Following a week of controversy about App Store pricing and policies, Microsoft President Brad Smith has chimed in and says that it is past time for antitrust regulators to turn their eyes to Apple.
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Should Apple raise its $99 Developer Program fee, or scrap it entirely?
This is what a yearly membership to the Apple Developer Program costs. And it’s the only money that Apple makes from the vast majority of developers that use the App Store. Think about it. Any app …
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Microsoft isn’t happy with Apple’s App Store bullying either
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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