We finally have the winner of our iPhone 16 Pro international giveaway! Congratulations to Oliver T., and a huge thank you to everyone who participated.
Violent 'Saturday Night Live' Sketch Comically Promotes Apple Pay
A “Saturday Night Live” sketch featuring Martin Short and Steve Martin pokes fun at “A Christmas Carol” while promoting Apple Pay.
Two Unreleased Macs Spotted on Valve's Gaming Platform Steam
Two unreleased Macs have been spotted on Valve’s gaming platform Steam, with one potentially being the M2 MacBook Pro.
Twitter Blue on iOS Relaunches on Monday for $11 Monthly
Twitter Blue on iOS and on web will be relaunched on Monday with new $11 monthly subscription fee for iOS users and $8 on web.
Apple AirTag's Safety Features Stop Stalking Attempts of Iowa Man
Apple’s AirTag safety features foiled several attempts of an Iowa man to stalk a woman he claimed to be his wife.
Canada Takes Apple to Task and Playing the Twitter Blues - TMO Daily Observations 2022-12-12
Canadian politicians are angry about changes to AirDrop on behalf of Chinese citizens. Wait’ll they hear what’s going to happen to Canadians! Also, Twitter Blue is a thing again. TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts joins Ken to talk it all over.
iOS 16 Adoption Rate Hits Close to 69% for iPhones
A report from Mixpanel suggests that the adoption rate for iOS 16 is close to 69% for iPhones, possibly in thanks to the new features.
How to Stream the New Season of 'Carpool Karaoke' on Apple TV+
“Carpool Karaoke: The Series” is back with all new episodes, and today we’re showing users how to stream it on Apple TV+.
Apple Unveils Trailer for 'The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and The Horse'
Apple TV+ has unveiled the trailer for the new holiday animated short “The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse”, premiering Christmas Day.
Apple Cancels Plans for CSAM Detection Tool for iCloud Photos
Apple is abandoning its planned CSAM detection tool for iCloud photos but will refocus on its communications safety feature instead.
How to Stream Will Smith's 'Emancipation' on Apple TV+
Will Smith’s film “Emancipation” is now streaming on Apple TV+, and we’re taking a look at how audiences can access the film.
iPhone Maker Foxconn Urges China Government To Ease Zero-COVID Policy
iPhone maker Foxconn’s founder wrote a letter to the Chinese government urging it to ease COVID-19 measures.
More End-to-End Encryption and Giving the Gift of Will Smith - TMO Daily Observations 2022-12-09
Dreamlight Valley resident and TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts joins Ken today to discuss Apple’s Advanced Data Protection for iCloud. What is it, who needs it, and how does one activate it? Plus – Will Smith is promoting Apple TV+. Too soon?
First US Apple Store Union to Begin Negotiations in January
The Towson, Maryland Apple Store union is set to begin its first contract negotiations in early January, reports indicate.
Will Smith is Giving Audiences Two-Months of Apple TV+ for Free
In celebration of the release of ‘Emancipation’, Will Smith took to social media to offer audiences two months of free Apple TV+.
How To Turn On Apple’s Advanced Data Protection for iCloud
Apple’s Advanced Data Protection for iCloud greatly improves your data security. Here’s how to turn the feature on.
Apple's Employee Giving Program Raises $880 Million for Organizations
Apple has officially announced that its Employee Giving program has raised $880 million over the past 11 years for various organizations.
Stronger iCloud Security, China Surprises, and Release Candidates
Stronger data protection from Apple, surprising news out of China, and a slew of OS release candidates. Plus, updated expectations.
New Holiday Savings Promotion Arrives to Apple Pay
A new holiday promotion for Apple Pay can find customers receiving various discounts and offers for several online retailers.
Apple TV+ Announces 'Hello Tomorrow!' Starring Bill Crudup
Apple TV+ has officially announced the new series “Hello Tomorrow!” starring Emmy Award winner Billy Crudup.
Twitter Blue Subscription on iPhone to Cost $11 Month Upon Relaunch
When Twitter relaunches its Blue subscription, the service will cost more on iPhone than the web. This will help Twitter recoup commissions.
FBI Unhappy With Apple’s End-To-End Encrypted iCloud Backup
The FBI expressed its deep concern about the implications’s of Apple’s upcoming end-to-end encrypted iCloud backup feature.
Super-Apps and Dreamlight Valley - TMO Daily Observations 2022-12-08
TMO writer Nick deCourville brings us two tales of fantasy: The Disney video game Dreamlight Valley is headed to the Mac, and Microsoft is considering a super-app. One of these exposes a few levels of nerd for Ken.
Apple Announces Powerful New User and Data Security Features
Coming soon to an iPhone, iPad or Mac near you, Apple has announced three new user and data security features.
Apple Delivers New Wave of OS Release Candidates
Apple has released a series of various OS Release Candidates for a variety of devices, notably iOS 16.2 and iPad OS 16.2.