Apple on Wednesday reminded developers of its annual holiday downtime for App Store submissions, scheduled for Dec. 23 through Dec. 27 in 2020.
( read original story …)
Apple App Store took 65% of the $112 billion spent on apps in 2020
Amid an acceleration in mobile adoption during the COVID-19 pandemic, the iOS App Store continued its domination of app revenue, setting a new annual record.
( read original story …)
Apple adds workout gear to its online store including a $120 yoga mat
Apple has added workout gear to its online store for the first time. The lineup includes a $120 yoga mat ‘that never wears out,’ a smart foam roller for $100 and a smart bike helmet for $300.
( read original story …)
WhatsApp issues warning to users over using Apple App Store
Changes will soon be added to app download pages on the App Store which will give users an overview of what personal data an app uses …
( read original story …)
Apple adding Fitness+ accessories to Apple Store
New yoga products have begun appearing on the online Apple Store ahead of the launch of Apple’s Fitness+ service.
( read original story …)
WhatsApp Protests Apple’s App Store Privacy Requirements
WhatsApp is protesting Apple’s requirement that developers submit information about what user data they collect to create new privacy labels …
( read original story …)
Apple’s Online Store Starts Listing Exercise Gear Ahead of Fitness+ Launch
Set to launch on Monday, 14, Apple Fitness+ is designed to help Apple Watch owners keep fit through a series of guided workouts …
( read original story …)
Apple exec warns it may remove apps that track users without permission
Apple SVP Craig Federighi said that if app developers don’t comply with new ad tracking requirements in early 2021, they can be removed from the App Store.
( read original story …)
New EU rules may force change in how Apple promotes own apps in App Store
Apple and other tech giants may have to alter how they promote their own apps on platforms they control, with the EU competition head hinting at rule changes that could be revealed before the end of …
( read original story …)
Apple releases $35 bi-directional Lightning to 3.5mm Audio Cable
Apple has quietly added a Lightning to 3.5mm bi-directional audio cable to its online Apple Store, a $35 accessory that can be used with the just-launched AirPods Max.
( read original story …)
Apple Unveils Airpods Max, It’s First Over-Ear, Noise-Cancelling Headphones
Apple officially (and quietly) announced its first over-ear headphones today. The AirPods Max offer active noise cancellation (ANC), easy access to Siri and all the current elements of Apple design …
( read original story …)
Peloton shares briefly fall as Apple announces cheaper rival fitness service launches Dec. 14
Peloton shares briefly dipped 2% in pre-market trading on Apple’s announcement of Fitness+, its subscription fitness service, which will launch Dec. 14.
( read original story …)
Apps face App Store expulsion by not complying with new ad-tracking rules
Apps that fail to “play by the rules” of Apple’s anti-ad tracking policy will be removed from the App Store, executive Craig Federighi has warned to developers who attempt to circumvent iOS 14’s …
( read original story …)
Tripadvisor caught up in Chinese App Store purge with 100 other apps
The Chinese government has blocked more than 100 apps in the country, with Tripadvisor one of the few international apps to no longer be listed in the App Store as part of a local regulator’s …
( read original story …)
Apple Announces AirPods Max Over-Ear Headphones With Noise Cancellation, Priced at $549
Apple today introduced new over-ear headphones called AirPods Max, with key features including noise cancellation. The headphones are priced …
( read original story …)
Apple’s App Store priorities for the year ahead
While Apple has no shortage of priorities for the next 12 months, one area that seems as though it might get more attention than usual is the company’s main digital storefront, the App Store. Services …
( read original story …)
#TECH: Best apps and games on App Store for 2020
AS the year comes to end, let’s look at the top 15 apps and games on its App Store this year released by Apple.
( read original story …)