Struggling to keep up with demand for the iPhone 14 Pro, Apple is looking to expedite diversifying production away from China.
A Mixed Reality and Mailbag Monday - TMO Daily Observations 2022-12-05
Bloomberg and TF International have info on Apple’s mixed reality headset. TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts joins Ken to discuss that. Plus the Sunbird messaging app, Eufy video storage, and Elon Musk are in for Mailbag Monday.
New Teaser Video for Apple TV+ Gives Audiences a Peek at 2023 Programming
A new teaser video posted to YouTube gives audiences a sneak-peak at what’s ahead for Apple TV+ in 2023, providing surprises along the way.
The Retro 67 Charger from Shargeek Rocks Retro Looks with Modern Functionality
The new Retro 67 Charger from Shargeek provides Apple fans a retro-style charger with modern day USB-C functionality.
Travelin' Tim Goes to Arizona, iPhone Production Woes and More
Fresh from the Observation Deck, there’s ugliness around iPhone production, Travelin’ Tim’s off to Arizona, and no rest for developers.
Season Two of 'Slow Horses' Now Streaming: How to Watch the Espionage Comedy on Apple TV+
Season two of the espionage comedy “Slow Horses” is now streaming on Apple TV+, and we’re showing you how to watch it on Apple TV+.
Apple Releases New Betas for iPhone, iPad, Mac and More
Thursday, Apple released new betas for the iPhone, iPad, Mac and more. The new version is expected to roll out later in December.
Gurman: 'realityOS' for Apple's New Mixed-Reality Headset Changes Name to 'xrOS'
Reports indicate that the operating system for Apple’s next-generation mixed reality headset may go by the name “xrOS”.
Apple's Emergency SOS Via Satellite Feature for iPhone 14 Saves A Stranded Man in Alaska
The iPhone 14 emergency SOS recently saved a man who was stranded in the state of Alaska and activated the feature.
Coinbase Claims Apple 'Blocked Its Last' Wallet iOS App Release Following New Policy on NFTs
Coinbase claimed that the App Store’s new policy on NFT disabled sending of NFTs through its Wallet iOS app.
But Just Wait 14 Months - TMO Daily Observations 2022-12-02
Want a positive spin on the current quarter? Ken tries to convince TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts how great things will look for Apple in Q1FY24 – provided nothing goes wrong. Also – Android is getting one communications app to rule them all (and ditch the green text bubbles). Jeff fills us in on Sunbird.
Opening an Apple Card This Holiday Season Can Net 5% Back on Apple Purchases
A new holiday promotion for the Apple Card finds new applicants receiving 5% cash back on select Apple purchases.
Concerns in China and More On the Terrible Craziness That Is Twitter These Days
Apple and China news, high crazy by tweet, and tweaking Apple’s Crash Detection. Those are the sorts of things we’re noticing from the Observation Deck today.
Google Doodle Allows Users to Create Their Own Game to Celebrate Life of Developer Jerry Lawson
A new Google Doodle now allows users to create their own games in celebration of the life and work of developer Jerry Lawson.
Sunbird App Will Bring iMessage to Android, Ending Blue Bubble vs Green Bubble Bullying
The upcoming Sunbird app for Android will finally bring iMessage to those devices easily and quickly, hopefully ending blue bubble envy.
Apple Exec John Stauffer Leaves Company to Join Online Platform Roblox
Reports indicate that longtime Apple exec John Stauffer is leaving the company to take on a VP of engineering role at Roblox.
Apple Marks World AIDS Day By Highlighting Its Range of (PRODUCT) RED Offerings
Apple is marking World AIDS Day by highlighting its (PRODUCT) RED devices and accessories in its physical retail stores and online stores.
Facebook and Spotify CEOs Lash Out Over Apple's App Store Policies
Facebook and Spotify CEOs slammed Apple’s App Store policies, saying it’s not a good place to be and Apple seemingly gives only the illusion of control.
Apple Original Films Hosts Hollywood Premiere of Will Smith's 'Emancipation'
Apple TV+ has officially held the Hollywood premiere of Will Smith’s ‘Emancipation’ at The Regency Village Theatre in Los Angeles.
Music and Video Wrapped and Replayed - TMO Daily Observations 2022-12-01
Year’s end can mean only one thing: War between Spotify and Apple Music. Nick deCourville joins Ken to talk about the end of the year music recaps Wrapped and Replay. Plus – New old content is officially “Included with Apple TV+,” and Will Smith does PR for “Emancipation”
San Francisco Police Department Robots Can Use Deadly Force, Exempt From Asimov’s Laws of Robotics
RoboCop apparently taught San Francisco nothing, as police officials can now deploy robots to use deadly force against dangerous suspects.
Tim Cook and Elon Musk Stroll Around the Duck Pond at Apple HQ
Days after declaring war on Apple, Twitter’s Elon Musk has thanked Tim Cook for a tour of the Cupertino-based tech giant’s HQ.
Apple Releases iOS 16.1.2 with Security Fixes and Crash Detection Optimization
Apple has released an iOS 16.1.2 update for the iPhone that brings security fixes as well as Crash Detection optimization.
Spotify's 2022 Wrapped Experience is Here, Features New Personality Test and More
Spotify has officially announced the release of its 2022 Wrapped experience, including a new “Personality Test” and more.