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Apple Music Going Lossless, but Will Anyone Really Notice? — Media+
Adrian Weckler joins host Charlotte Henry to discuss the imminent arrival of Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos and lossless audio to Apple Music. It’s cool, but are many people actually going to notice the difference?
Star Wars Day! (Also Apple Chat) – TMO Daily Observations 2021-05-04
Charlotte Henry joins host Kelly Guimont on Star Wars Day to discuss new OS updates, and what both are looking forward to coming out of Cupertino.
Not-So-Silent Ringing — Mac Geek Gab 866
Sometimes your iPhone’s silent, and sometime it’s not. But what about when it decides what to do, not you? That’s when you call John and Dave! Or you can email them. Or you can text them. Or you can post in the forums. Either way, they’ll answer your questions and try to help solve your problems. Listen to all your questions answered, Cool Stuff Found and Quick Tips shared, and you’re guaranteed to learn at least five new things hanging out with your two favorite geeks!
UK Tesco Shopper Orders Apples, Gets iPhone SE
One happy customer in London, England ordered apples at a supermarket and came away with an iPhone SE. The Mirror reported that customer Nick James found out he’d randomly won the device when he went to pick up a ‘click and collect’ order at a Tesco Extra store.
Mr James was gobsmacked to receive a free iPhone SE in his click and collect order. He told the Mirror: “I was half expecting the surprise to be an Easter egg or something – I was a little bit shocked to say the least.” Tesco Mobile is giving away free Apple iPhones, AirPods and Samsung devices as part of a “super substitutes” promotion this week. Tweeting about his win earlier this week, he said: “A big thanks this week to Tesco and Tesco Mobile. “On Wednesday evening we went to pick up our click and collect order and had a little surprise in there – an Apple iPhone SE.
Apple Launches Testing App for Item Location Devices
Apple has released a new app called Find My Certification Asst. It’s meant for Made for iPhone manufacturers to test accessory support.
John Ternus Now on Apple Leadership Website
John Ternus has finally made his way onto the Apple Leadership website. iMore spotted the updated for the exec, who took over Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering from Dan Riccio in January.
Now, Ternus has been formally added to the Apple Leadership website. Below is Apple’s profile of Ternus as is listed on his page: “John Ternus is Apple’s senior vice president of Hardware Engineering, reporting to CEO Tim Cook. John leads all hardware engineering, including the teams behind iPhone, iPad, Mac, AirPods, and more. John joined Apple’s Product Design team in 2001 and has been a vice president of Hardware Engineering since 2013. Throughout his tenure at Apple, John has overseen hardware engineering work on a variety of groundbreaking products including every generation and model of iPad, the latest iPhone lineup, and AirPods. He has been a key leader in the ongoing transition of the Mac to Apple silicon. Prior to Apple, John worked as a mechanical engineer at Virtual Research Systems. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania.”
All-In-One Kensington iPad Stand Available to Preorder for $379
Announced in January during CES 2021, Kensington’s latest product is an all-in-one stand for your iPad available to preorder today.
Apple’s Wearables Business Equal to Fortune 120 Company Macy’s
During Apple’s earnings call on Wednesday, CFO Luca Maestri mentioned that Apple’s wearables business is now worth that of a Fortune 120 company.
Research Indicates Apple Has Had Its Best-Ever Quarter in India
Apple’s latest earning call will take place on Wednesday, and you can expect to hear lots about progress in India. TechCrunch reported on new research that indicated that last quarter was the company’s best-ever in the crucial market.
Apple shipped more than 1.5 million iPhone units in India in the quarter that ended in December, up 100% year-on-year, making this its best quarter in the world’s largest smartphone market to date, according to research firms Counterpoint and CyberMedia Research. Thanks to the improved sales of older generation iPhone 11, iPhone XR, iPhone 12 and the newer iPhone SE, Apple doubled its market share in India to 4% in the quarter, the research firms said. Overall, Apple shipped more than 3.2 million iPhone units in India in 2020, up 60% year-on-year, Counterpoint said. The shipment growth comes months after Apple launched its online store in the country and offered customers a wide-range of financing and upgrade options, AppleCare+, and lucrative perks such as a free set of AirPods with the purchase of iPhone 11. The company plans to open its first physical retail store in the country later this year.
Hardware Engineering Leader Dan Riccio to Transition to New Role, as John Ternus Steps up
Apple executive Dan Riccio is to transition into a new role at the company, to focus on as a “new project,” reporting directly to Tim Cook.
Time Capsule Replacements, Quick Tips, & Cool Stuff Found — Mac Geek Gab 850
Apple’s Time Machine lets you backup to a network drive… but which network drive should you use now that Apple no longer sells a Time Capsule? John and Dave are here to answer this question and many, many more! Listen as your two favorite geeks answer all the questions YOU sent in this week, plus sharing Quick Tips and Cool Stuff Found to give you lots to think about… and to get! Press play and enjoy learning at least five new things about your Mac, iPhone, and other tech.
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[Updated December 9] All The Devices That Get You Apple TV+ Free for a Year
Apple offers a year free of Apple TV+ with the purchase of a new iPhone, iPad, Macs, Apple TV or iPod Touch.
Ming-Chi Kuo: Redesigned Apple Silicon MacBooks Launching H2 2021
Apple fans can look forward to Apple silicon-powered, redesigned, MacBooks in the second half of 2021, according to a note by Ming-Chi Kuo. The analyst’s note, seen by MacRumors, also suggested various other new devices are on the way.
Kuo did not specify which models these will be, but he previously claimed that redesigned 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models with Apple Silicon would launch in the late second quarter or third quarter of 2021… Kuo also expects third-generation AirPods to launch in the late second quarter of 2021… Last, Kuo predicted that the “new Apple Watch shipment’s momentum in 2021 will benefit from innovative health management functions and improved form factor design,” but it is unclear if he is referring to the Apple Watch Series 6’s new casing options like blue aluminum or to redesigned Apple Watch Series 7 models.
tvOS 14.2 Released for Apple TV Fourth Fifth Generation
Apple released tvOS 14.2 for the fourth and fifth generations of Apple TV that brings general performance and stability improvements.
iOS 14.2 is Released With Intercom, Music Recognition, and More
Apple released iPadOS and iOS 14.2 on Thursday, bringing new wallpaper, new emoji, Intercom, and a music recognition button in Control Center.
Apple MagSafe Duo Charger May Launch Soon After Being Certified in South Korea
Customers may be able to get their hands on Apple MagSafe Due charger in the near future. MacRumors reported it has been certified by South Korea’s National Radio Research Agency (NRRA), indicating it is getting close to becoming available.
Apple announced the MagSafe Duo during its iPhone 12 launch event in October. The charging accessory is vaguely reminiscent of Apple’s canceled AirPower charging mat, featuring space to charge both an iPhone 12 and Apple Watch (but not AirPods) at the same time. Apple hasn’t provided specific availability or price details for the charging pad, and it’s not yet listed on Apple’s online store. Apple’s iPhone 12 press release simply says that it will be arriving at a “later date.”
HomePod Intercom Works Everywhere Except the Mac
When the latest software updates are released, you’ll be able to use HomePod Intercom everywhere, but not from your Mac.
Apple Ties Lack of Power Adapter and Headphones in iPhone 12 Box to Environmental Objectives
Apple VP Lisa Jackson tied Apple’s decision to remove power adapters and headphones from the iPhone 12 box to its environmental objectives.
How the Next Apple TV Could Sell Apple One Subscriptions
What’s going on with the Apple TV? The 4K model was released in 2017 and Apple hasn’t spoken a word of it since then. Andrew has an idea.
PSA: This is The Last Weekend You Can Access Apple's 2020 Back to School Offer
Apple’s 2020 Back to School student offer, giving eligible customers a free pair of AirPods with a new Mac or iPad, ends Monday.
Apple Online Store Launching in India September 23
An online Apple Store in India will launch on September 23, the first time the company will offer its products directly to consumers there.
Belkin Offers Apple Watch Chargers, Cables and More
Belkin has plenty of accessories for the new Apple products, like chargers, screen protectors, cables, and adapters.
AirPod Sales to Grow, But Apple Likely to Lose Market Share
Apple is likely to lose some market share in the true wireless (TWS) space this year, despite sales of AirPods being projected to increase.