Global smartwatch shipment grew by 30% YoY in 3Q22 as India becomes the biggest smartwatch market for the first time.
Our Security and Smartphone Futures - TMO Daily Observations 2022-11-30
Mac Geek Gab co-host Dave Hamilton is really excited about Rapid Security Response coming in iOS 16.2. Ken is as well, though he seems argumentative about it anyway. Also – societal norms around smartphones are still being hammered out, in Dave’s estimation. He’ll drive a conversation about those.
Twitter Under Elon Musk Seems to Value Free Speech More Than Truth
Twitter owner Elon Musk has taken aim at Apple, calling it opposed to free speech after it put the brakes on ad campaigns on the platform.
Apple Unveils New Retail Store Arriving to American Dream Mall in New Jersey
Apple has announced a new retail store opening Dec. 3 within the American Dream mall in New Jersey, the second largest mall in America.
Apple Pay to Launch in South Korea November 30
An ad spotted in a local taxi hints that Apple Pay could launch in South Korea as early as … well … tomorrow.
Apple Music Delivers New Replay Experience Featuring Highlight Reels and More
Today, Apple Music has unveiled the new Replay experience for users, including a new highlight reel and more in-depth insights.
Eufy Says Its Security Camera Footage Is Local-Only, But That’s Not Always True
A security researcher revealed that Eufy misleads customers, sending videos from its so-called local-only camera products to the cloud.
Rumor Suggests Sony to Supply Apple with New Image Sensor for iPhone 15 Series
Reports indicate that Sony is aiming to supply Apple with next-gen image sensors for the upcoming iPhone 15 series.
Foxconn Recruitment Efforts, Musk Declares War and a Mélange of Other Apple Tales
The latest recruitment news from iPhone City, Elon Musk takes swipes at Apple, and two tales of retail. That’s today’s view from the Observation Deck.
Apple Takes Home Four Wins at BAFTA Children & Young People Awards, Including Win for 'El Deafo'
Apple TV+ has announced that it has landed four wins at the BAFTA Children & Young People Awards, a first for the streaming service.
Apple iPhone Supplier Foxconn Offers New Incentives to Convince Old Workers to Return
Foxconn offered new incentives to its veteran workers to entice them come back to the Zhengzhou plant and ensure steady iPhone production.
Apple Announces 2022 App Store Awards Winners
Apple announced the winners of the 2022 App Store awards, highlighting 16 apps and games that made waves since their launch in the App Store.
Captains of Industry - TMO Daily Observations 2022-11-29
Elon Musk has decided to pick a fight with Apple. TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts and Ken talk over the Twitter Owner and CEO’s trollish behavior. Plus – Disney CEO Bob Iger addresses talk of Apple acquiring Disney, and Tim Cook’s post-Thanksgiving visit with victims of the Hingham Apple Store crash.
Union Organizers Plan Class Action Lawsuit Against Apple for Union-Busting Tactics
Union organizers plan to file a class action lawsuit against Apple for employing illegal anti-union strategies.
Apple Wants Users to Shop for 'Ryan Reynolds+' in New Satirical Advertisement for 'Spirited'
A new satirical video promoting the film “Spirited” features Octavia Spencer and Will Ferrell offering the new “Ryan Reynolds+”.
TSMC Choice of Arizona for Its Chipmaking Plant Makes More Sense Than You Might Think
Questions on why TSMC would choose the desert state of Arizona lead to research, which shows the decision actually makes sense.
Apple Announces the Oceanic+ Detailed-Diving App Now Available for Apple Watch Ultra Users
Apple has announced that the new Oceanic+ app is now available for Apple Watch Ultra users. The app provides detailed diving information.
Amazon Cyber Monday Deals Include Best-Ever Price on Apple AirPods Pro 2
Special for Cyber Monday, Amazon offers the best pricing ever on Apple’s newest AirPods Pro 2. Plus, savings on iPad, MacBook Air and more.
Unrest for 'iPhone City' and Actual Cities in China
Pro iPhones aren’t getting easier to get, unrest in iPhone City and actual cities in China, and St. Louis gives togetherness the slip.
Rare Civil Disobedience in China Shows Country’s Frustration With COVID-19 Restrictions
Demonstrators across China are protesting the country’s strict COVID-19 restrictions and calling for President Jinping to step down.
Deals Going Digital: Taking a Look at the Best Cyber Monday Sales Available on Amazon
With it being Cyber Monday, today we’re looking at some of the best deals currently available on Amazon for your holiday shopping.
Apple's iPhone Production Could Be Reduced by 6 Million Due to Worsening Situation at Foxconn iPhone Plant in China
Apple stands to lose around 6 million units of iPhone production due to the ongoing situation at Foxconn plant in China due to COVID-19.
Apple's Holiday Sales Event Ends Today: Last Chance to Receive a Gift Card on Select Purchases
Apple’s latest holiday sales event is ending today. The latest promotion has Cupertino offering Gift Cards on a variety of Apple products.
Protests in China and Chipmaking in Arizona - TMO Daily Observations 2022-11-28
“iPhone City” isn’t the only city in China seeing protests. TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts joins us to talk societal issues, Foxconn issues, and issues for Apple investors. Then, a Mailbag Monday question from Johnny: If chipmaking needs water, why are chipmakers going to Arizona?