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Verizon Downplays Hacked and Ransomed Database Despite Potential Security Risks
A hacker was able to hack a Verizon Employee database. Verizon has concluded that the information was not sensitive.
'Star Wars' Celebration Weekend Brings Wealth of New Information For Fanatics
The “Star Wars” Celebration occurring this weekend in Anaheim, California is bringing a wealth of news and information to audiences and fans.
Shootings in Buffalo and Uvalde Bring Back Arguments Concerning End-to-End Encryption
The tragic attacks in Buffalo, New York and Uvalde, Texas are rekindling arguments concerning social media and end-to-end encryption.
US Senate Bill Would Ban App Stores From Hosting Apps That Accept China’s Digital Yuan
A bill just introduced in the U.S. Senate could bar Apple and others from hosting apps that allow payments using China’s digital yuan.
Apple’s A16 Chip to Stick With 5nm, M2 Will Jump to 3nm
A supposed leak suggests Apple’s A16 chip will still be manfactured using the 5nm process while the M2 skips to 3nm.
Microsoft Developing Low-Cost Streaming Xbox Dongle That May Rival Apple TV
Reports indicate that Microsoft is working on a Xbox dongle that would connect to an HDMI port. This may be stiff competition for Apple TV.
MacBook Pro Manufacturer, Quanta Faces Revolt From Workers Who Are Getting Tired of Lockdowns
Quanta, Apple’s key MacBook Pro Manufacturer is facing revolts from workers who have been trapped in a closed-loop system due to lockdowns.
Apple Music 1 Features K-Pop Sensation BTS on Limited Series Prior to New Album Launch
Apple Music 1 is bringing K-Pop sensation BTS on a limited series that tells about the group’s quest for stardom through songs.
Rumors Circulate of iCloud Time Machine for Mac & New AirPort Routers, Though There May be Obstacles
Rumors are circulating that Apple may be considering a new AirPort as well as iCloud-centric Time Machine. This may or may not be the case.
State Privacy Legislation Getting Input from Tech Lobbyists to Push Weaker Protections
A report from “TNW” indicates that many state legislations concerning privacy are being written by tech lobbyists.
Microsoft’s Psychonauts 2 Available Now on Mac
Microsoft’s popular platformer Psychonauts 2 has released on the Mac. It’s the first major Microsoft game in years to get ported to Mac.
Live-Action 'Speed Racer' Produced by J.J. Abrams Soon to Cross Finish Line for Apple TV+
A live-action adaptation of the popular anime “Speed Racer” is set to arrive to Apple TV+ through J.J. Abrams’ company Bad Robot.
Apple's WWDC22 Kicks Off June 6 with Keynote--Here's What to Expect
WWDC22 is set to start June 6 with an opening Keynote address, here’s what you may expect from the developer’s event.
Apple Keeps 2022 iPhone Production Target At 220M, 20M Less Than Original Forecast
Apple informed its suppliers that it will maintain 2022 iPhone production target at 220 million units, less than originally forecast.
Apple To Increase Salary of U.S. Retail Store Workers, As Retail Chief Dissuades Workers From Unionizing in a Leaked Video
Apple informed its U.S. retail store workers of salary increases while the company’s retail chief talked against unionizing.
In-App Account Deletion Gets A New Deadline, Developers Have Until June 30 To Update Their Apps
Apple reminded developers to provided an in-app account deletion option if their apps support account creation.
iPhone SOS Feature Saved A Woman From Getting Assaulted By A Man Who Asked For Help Finding His iPhone
The iPhone’s SOS feature saved a woman from getting raped by an assailant who asked helped finding his iPhone.
Apple’s Mixed Reality Headset May Not be Standalone After All
Apple’s mixed reality headset may not be standalone after all. A recent patent filing suggests using a base station and relay docks.
Starting Today Apple Stores Begin Accepting iPhone-to-iPhone Contactless Payment
Starting today, Apple Stores in the U.S. are now accepting contactless payments. The company tested the feature earlier this month.
Leaked Document Suggests Apple is Looking for More Female-Driven Content for TV+
A document leaked to “Business Insider” reveals that Apple is looking for more female-driven content for TV+.
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[U] DuckDuckGo Working with Microsoft Concerning Browser Privacy
A security expert recently revealed that DuckDuckGo’s browser allows for Microsoft trackers, despite the company’s hard stance on privacy.
Apple Highlights the Success of Smaller Businesses and Entrepreneurs on the App Store
Today Apple issued a press release highlighting two reports that focus on the growth of small businesses within the App Store.
Apple Notifies This Year's Swift Student Challenge Winners
As WWDC22 approaches, Apple has begun informing winners of this year’s Swift Student Challenge. Applications ended in April.