The company says the descriptions of the roles were incorrect. Critics say it’s a warning shot. Powered by WPeMatico
iPhone
Apple Might Be Forced to Lower App Store Commission to 20% in Russia
Apple takes a 30% commission from developers for App Store sales, across the world. However, in Russia, Apple might be forced to lower its commission to just 20%. According to a new report published by Reuters today, a bill has been submitted to the lower Russian Parliament to limit Apple’s App Store commission to 20%. […]
Here’s the Real Reason You Miss the Nokia 3310
The iconic mobile phone, which turns 20 years old, was an all-timer—and a reminder of less-connected times. Powered by WPeMatico
Google and Apple Change Tactics on Contact Tracing Tech
The companies will handle more of the technology for notifying people who may have been exposed to the coronavirus. Privacy won’t be affected, they say. Powered by WPeMatico
Apple and Google Launch Exposure Notifications Express That Enables Contact Tracing Without Needing an App
Soon after the pandemic broke, Apple and Google worked together on a contact tracing API. Contact tracing works by using Bluetooth signals from smartphones that are in close proximity. All of this is done without identifying the user or collecting location data. In case a person is tested positive for Covid-19 then the others who […]
iOS 13.7 and iPadOS 13.7 Download Available Now
Last week, Apple surprised everyone by releasing the first beta of iOS 13.7. The release only contained one important change, the ability to opt-in for the COVID-19 Exposure Notifications system without having to download a contact tracing app first. Today, Apple has released the final build of iOS 13.7 to the public. Continue reading → […]
California’s air conditioner-driven blackouts are only the start
As record-breaking heat waves baked Californians last month, the collective strain of millions of air conditioners forced the state’s grid operators to plunge hundreds of thousands of households into darkness. The rolling blackouts offered just a small hint of what’s likely to come in California and far beyond. Growing populations, rising incomes, increasing urbanization, and […]
The Blurred Lines and Closed Loops of Google Search
Seemingly small design tweaks to the search results interface may change how and where people find information online. Powered by WPeMatico
Netflix Limited Free Access Lets You Watch Free Shows on iPad and Mac
Netflix is offering select Original series and movies for free. Mac and iPad users can take advantage of Netflix’s limited free access and watch shows without having to pay anything. Strangely enough, iOS is excluded from the list. Continue reading → Powered by WPeMatico
AirTags Rumored to Launch with iPhone 12 in the Second Half of October
Thanks to the rumors and leaks, we already know quite a bit about Apple’s upcoming AirTags item tracker. Now a new report claims that Apple will unveil AirTags alongside iPhone 12 in the second half of October. The report is sourced from the Chinese supply chain. Continue reading → Powered by WPeMatico