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A Blocked Deal and the Blockchain - TMO Daily Observations 2022-10-18
TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts joins Ken to talk over the implosion of the reported NAND deal between Apple and China-based Yangtze. Plus – South Korea is moving state-issued IDs to the blockchain – listen as Jeff tries to make Ken understand.
Dynamic Island Getting Swipe Gestures in iOS 16.1 Beta
Exploring the iOS 16.1 beta on an iPhone 14 Pro, we see Dynamic Island getting more swipe gestures to control your apps within the feature.
Plans to Use China's YMTC Memory Chips Frozen by Apple Due to Mounting Political Issues
Reports from “Nikkei Asia” indicate that Apple is freezing plans to implement China’s YMTC memory chips, citing geopolitical issues.
South Korea to Double Down on Blockchain, Using It to Manage Digital IDs
A report recently outlined plans in South Korea to adopt digital IDs reliant upon decentralized blockchain technology.
Macintosh SE Owned By Steve Jobs Up for Auction, Expected to Sell for $300,000
A Macintosh SE owned by Steve Jobs is available for auction through Bonhams in New York, with the price expecting to reach $300,000.
But Wasn't LAST QUARTER GREAT?!?
A good news/bad news note from Credit Suisse, Apple Watch as sticky attachment, and a chance to own some of Steve Jobs’ stuff.
Review: ESR Ascend Keyboard Case for iPad Air Makes for an Excellent Alternative to Apple’s Magic Keyboard
Apple’s Magic Keyboard for iPad Air is nice, but imperfect and expensive. Here’s an iPad keyboard case alternative at a friendlier price.
Apple Could Release Docking Accessory to Turn iPad Into Smart Home Display
After Google announcing a doc accessory for Pixel Tablet, we hear of Apple working on similar tech to use the iPad as a smart home display.
Chase Cardholders Can Again Earn a Great Bonus for Redeeming Points for Apple Products
Just in time for holiday shopping, Chase credit card holders can redeem their bonus points for more buying power on Apple products.
Talks Between NFL and Apple for Sunday Ticket Stall Over Streaming Rights
Reports indicate that negotiations between the NFL and Apple concerning Sunday Ticket has stalled due to streaming rights.
Apple Store Penn Square in Oklahoma City Becomes the Second to Unionize in the U.S.
Penn Square Apple Store workers in Oklahoma City became the second group to form a union, following the Apple Store in Towson, Maryland.
Apple Watch Ultra Isn't in Short Supply, But Apple Watch Bands Experiencing Shipping Delays
Mark Gurman’s recent “Power On” newsletter suggest that Apple Watch Ultra bands are experiencing delays through Apple’s Online Stores.
Apple and Mercedes-Benz Team Up to Bring Spatial Audio to Its Vehicles Worldwide
Apple and Mercedes-Benz announced availability of Spatial Audio on certain models, immediately accessible to Apple Music subscribers.
Watching Watches and Smart Homes - TMO Daily Observations 2022-10-17
TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts and Ken revisit a recent Piper Sandler survey of teen Apple Watch ownership in light of new data from Counterpoint Research. Then, Jeff does a little smart-home 101, and wonders over Level’s apparent messaging fumbles.
Discounts on Apple Watch 8, iPad mini and the Accessories You Need
They may be almost gone, but there are still a handful of discounts on Apple Watch Series 8. We’ve found several other good deals, too.
Iris Scanning in Apple’s Mixed Reality Headset Will Let You Log In and Authorize Payments With a Glance
According to recent leaks, Apple’s mixed reality headset may feature iris scanning to log in and authorize payments.
Apple Helps You Save Money, Pays More Fines, and Other Sightings from the Observation Deck
Spending and saving with Apple Card, $19 million will be fine for Brazil, and streaming titles in plastic form.
Apple TV+ Brings Zooey Deschanel to Season 3 Cast of 'Physical'
Reports from “Deadline” indicate that Zooey Deschanel will join the season 3 cast of the Apple TV+ series “Physical”.
Instagram Expands Age Verification Program Backed by AI to Brazil and India
Instagram is unrolling more age verification features in Brazil and India, Meta began testing these features in the U.S. earlier this year.
Apple TV+ Explores the Early Jazz Era In Trailer for 'Louis Armstrong's Black & Blues'
Apple TV+ has unveiled the trailer for “Louis Armstrong’s Black & Blues”, which premieres in theaters and the streaming service in October.
Apple Fitness+ Wants Swifties to 'Get Ready to Sweat' With Spotlight Artist Taylor Swift
Apple Fitness+ is featuring the music of Taylor Swift in select workouts to help promote her new album “Midnights” releasing in October.
Apple May Soon Release the HomePod mini Speaker in Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden
Apple might soon make the HomePod mini speaker available to four new countries, Sweden, Finland, Denmark and Norway.
Apple Chip Supplier TSMC Granted Exemption from U.S. Restrictions on High-Tech Chip Exports to China
Apple chip supplier TSMC was granted an exemption from stricter U.S. export law prohibiting the sale of high-tech gear to China.
Mega Fight Over the Metaverse - TMO Daily Observations 2022-10-14
On the heels of announcing a new mixed reality headset, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is swinging hard at Apple’s mixed reality headset (which isn’t real yet). TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts and Ken discuss the Meta and Apple metaverse stances. Plus, following up on physical media and Lufthansa’s back and forth on bag trackers.