Xiaomi plans to up its challenge to Apple according to its CEO Lei Jun, who said it will “fully benchmark” against the iPhone.
Charlotte Henry
Charlotte is a media junkie, covering how Apple is not just a revolutionary tech firm, but a revolutionary media firm for TMO. She is based in London, and writes and broadcasts for various outlets.
Articles by Charlotte Henry
Wordle Begins Transition to The New York Times
Users turning up to play Wordle may notice something a little bit different about the game – it is now hosted on a New York Times domain.
“The New Look,” Starring Ben Mendelsohn and Juliette Binoche Coming to Apple TV+
Apple TV+ announced a series order for “The New Look,” a fashion-based thriller set in the Nazi occupation of Paris and the decade after.
Apple Releases watchOS 8.4.2
Apple has released watchOS 8.4.2 which contains updates and bug fixes for the Apple Watch Series 3 and later.
Apple Arcade's "LEGO Brawls" Coming to Nintendo Switch
Apple Arcade game “LEGO Brawls” is heading to the Nintendo Switch and will be available on the portable console in June 2022.
Spotify's Joe Rogan Experience — Media+
Adrian Weckler joins Charlotte Henry to discuss the controversy engulfing Joe Rogan and Spotify, as Neil Young and other artists look to move away from the platform. Will the issue make Apple look at original content differently? Note: This episode was recorded on February 4th, 2022, before issues of Joe Rogan using the N-word and other racial slurs resurfaced and over 100 episodes of his podcast were removed on Spotify.
Apple Gets Third Dutch Antitrust Fine
The Dutch antitrust authority Authority for Consumers and Markets has issued a third fine against Apple, totalling US$5.72 million.
Apple Gets 'Moderate' Rating of its Environmental Efforts in New Report
A report analyzing the attempts of companies, including Apple, to offset their impact on the environment called for more substantive progress.
Apple TV+ Outlines Release Dates For New Series And Big Name Renewals
After being criticized for the lack of depth to its library, Apple TV+ looks to have a pretty full slate in the weeks and months ahead.
Apple Music Free Trial Now Just One Month
The Apple Music free trial period has been cut from three months down to one, although you can still get six months free with some products.
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'Suspicion' Starring Uma Thurman Premieres on Apple TV+ [Updated]
‘Suspicion’ premiered on Apple TV+ on February 4, starring Uma Thurman as an American businesswoman whose son is kidnapped.
Exclusive: Extent of China's Winter Olympics App Store Crackdown Revealed, Relationship Magazine Amongst Those Removed From App Store
There has been a crackdown on a wide range of software in the China iOS App Store ahead of the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing.
Apple TV+: “Lincoln’s Dilemma" Documentary Series to Premiere February 18
“Lincoln’s Dilemma”, narrated by Jeffrey Wright and featuring the voices of Bill Camp and Leslie Odom Jr., will be released on Apple TV+ on February 18.
Open App Markets Act Progresses as Industry Debate Rages
The Open App Markets Act passed out of the Senate Judiciary Committee, but debate around the legislation still rages.
"CODA", "Swan Song", "The Tragedy of Macbeth" Earn BAFTA Nominations
Those involved in Apple films “CODA”, “Swan Song”, and “The Tragedy of Macbeth” have received BAFTA nominations.
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Ethan Coen’s Hilarious Review of Joel Coen’s “The Tragedy of Macbeth” [Updated]
Joel Coen’s “The Tragedy of Macbeth” has received some decent reviews since it premiered in cinemas and on Apple TV+. One person who was not so receptive was the directors brother and former collaborator Ethan. He provided a hilarious take for the Might Be Wrong Substack, full of expletives and brotherly jibes.
Consider the very decision to adapt Macbeth. The choice belies deep insecurity; Mr. Coen seems, on some level, to understand that he has the talent God gave a balloon full of piss, and therefore needs to latch onto more talented artists like a lamprey sucking the life out of a majestic blue whale. A less insecure director might have been satisfied with a less esteemed piece of intellectual property, but Mr. Coen glommed onto perhaps the best known play by the world’s most renowned playwright in a move that screams “HELP! THE NO TALENT POLICE ARE RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER! PLEASE, SOMEONE RESCUE ME BEFORE I’M EXPOSED AS A FRAUD WHO SOMEHOW FELL ASS-FIRST INTO A MOVIE CAREER!”
[Update February 3: In thoroughly disappointing news, it turns out this is a spoof and not really written by Ethan Coen. Still very funny though.]
Apple Opens Revamped Yas Mall Store in Abu Dhabi
Apple has reopened its store at Yas Mall in Abu Dhabi and it is almost double the size of the original location, which first opened in 2015.
Microsoft Gives Antitrust Warning and Backs Epic in Apple Legal Row
Microsoft has claimed that Apple’s “potential antitrust issues stretch far beyond gaming” as it came out in support of Epic Games.
Apple TV+ Orders Adaptation of Bestelling Novel "Dear Edward" Starring Connie Britton, Taylor Schilling, Colin O’Brien
Apple TV+ announced a series order for “Dear Edward” from Jason Katims starring Connie Britton, Taylor Schilling, and Colin O’Brien.
Google and Apple Maps Blur Tim Cook’s Home After Stalker Fears
Both Apple and Google Maps have now pixelated out Tim Cook’s US$3.5 million California home in response to stalking fears.
First Look at "Foundation" Season Two on Apple TV+
Fans have been given a first look at season two of “Foundation”, and Apple TV+ also revealed details of the new cast members.
Sony to Purchase "Halo" Developer Bungie For US$3.6 Billion
Sony will purchase videogame developer Bungie, with the deal for the firm behind “Halo” and “Destiny” worth US$3.6 billion.
Apple TV+: Bilingual Thriller 'Now and Then' to Debut May 20, 2022
Bilingual thriller series “Now and Then” will premiere globally on May 20, 2022 on the Apple TV+ streaming service.
Trolls and Goals: Covering Soccer For The Athletic — Media+
Jack Pitt-Brooke of The Athletic joins host Charlotte Henry to discuss the publication’s approach along with the good and bad of covering sports across a variety of digital platforms.