WhatsApp Business app was just launched a few days back for small businesses in select markets. However now, in a bid to take on WhatsApp Business and Facebook Messenger, Apple is set to introduce “Business Chat” for its users to communicate directly with …
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Apple to take on messaging rivals with launch of Business Chat
But as Apple joins the fray, its rivals are preparing to do battle. In addition to WhatsApp’s preemptive launch of its business app, Facebook also just added Kenneth I. Chenault, CEO of American Express, to its board of directors. Said CEO Mark …
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Apple adjusts foreign App Store pricing to account for VAT changes
Apple is in the process of sending out emails to inform developers of an App Store update that changes price of apps in six countries adjusted due to the addition of, or changes in, that country’s value added tax. According to Apple’s email, a copy of …
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Hackers are using blacklisted bitcoin apps to steal money and personal data, according to research
The research found that 661 blacklisted cryptocurrency apps were found across 20 app stores including Apple’s App Store, Google Play and others. Google Play hosted the highest amount of malicious crypto apps, the report said, with 272 available for …
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7 paid iPhone apps that are free downloads right now
Today’s roundup of Wednesday’s best paid iPhone and iPad apps on sale for free is a great one. We’ve got games including an augmented reality game, an awesome email app, and plenty more for you to check out today. There are also a few freebies left …
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Best iPhone apps for business 2018
The iPhone offers everything a business person may need, whichever iteration is chosen. With security covered by TouchID (or FaceID on the upcoming iPhone X) to prevent unauthorised access, the abiity to switch seamlessly between your Mac (if you use one …
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Net neutrality app is a lesson in Apple’s App Store power
That may not make much sense if you’ve had, say, the Yelp or TripAdvisor apps on your iPhone offer “inaccurate determinations” about a restaurant or hotel. But the App Store is Apple’s world, and it gets to make the rules there. Its app-review …
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5 Snow Forecast and Tracker Apps for iPhone
So you enjoy skiing and other winter sports? You don’t have to struggle to find snow forecasts these days. Here are 5 apps that provide you with that information and help you plan your adventures: Snow Report & Forecast: provides you with recent snowfall …
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7 Best iPhone Apps for Vegans 2018
While the positive health benefits of living vegan are plentiful, it can be difficult at times to navigate certain aspects of the diet. Even simple tasks, like locating vegan restaurants, recipes, or determining if something is indeed vegan or not, can …
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Apple’s first store in South Korea opens Saturday
Located in the heart of the Gangnam area, Apple Garosugil’s 25-foot glass facade blurs the lines between the street and store. Seoul — Apple Garosugil will open in Seoul on Saturday at 10 a.m., bringing Apple’s products, in-store programming and …
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Apple shows off first South Korea retail store ahead of grand opening on Saturday
Apple on Wednesday posted a few photos of preparations being made at Apple Garosugil, the company’s first retail outlet in South Korea that is scheduled to open its doors to customers on Saturday. Located in the posh Gangnam area of Seoul, Apple’s …
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What putting medical records on an Apple Watch means for your privacy
Apple wants to put your medical history in the palm of your hand. And, for good measure, on your wrist as well. The tech giant confirmed Wednesday that it intends to allow customers access to their medical records via iPhones and Apple Watches on iOS 11 …
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Top 10 tips for swimming with Apple Watch
Your Apple Watch loves getting wet (provided you own a Series 2 or 3). But when you start a swimming workout, the waterproof mode kicks in automatically, which means the Apple Watch touchscreen stops working. So how are you supposed to use it? Swimming …
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Apple Watch sales momentum is growing; unit sales now rival those of Macintosh
“Something has changed inside Apple Retail stores. On a recent trip to my local Apple Store on a Sunday afternoon, it was actually difficult to get up close to the Apple Watch tables. People were looking at and buying various Apple Watch models and bands.
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End of Watch
Here’s how to cheat at the Apple Watch Stand goal: dangle your wrist by your side while you sit in a chair. I discovered this by accident — I dangle my arm during meetings — but once I found it out, I did it on purpose. I cheated while watching Thor …
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How to Get More Battery Life Out of Your Apple Watch
To some users, turning off the automatic wake screen feature might seem like overkill. Perhaps you only accidentally wake the screen during certain times of the day – when you’re in bed, for instance. In that case, you’re better off making selective use …
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Top 3 Apple Watch Accessories from MacFixit Australia
With the most recent launch of Apple Watch Series 3 Edition which can take calls while you are jogging without carrying your iPhone X, Apple Watch accessories are thriving once more. The included Apple Watch strap, for example, is cool and all, but nothing …
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