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Apple TV+'s 'Ted Lasso' Partners with Bumble to Make Dating App 'Bantr' a Reality
The woman-focused dating App Bumble is partnering with “Ted Lasso” to bring fans the Bantr dating app experience.
Crash and Bumble Bantr - TMO Daily Observations 2022-10-11
While Apple’s Crash Detection may seem pretty amazing, it’s even more involved than most people know. TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts joins Ken to talk over some new information from Apple execs about the safety feature. Plus – Apple TV+ blurs the line between fiction and reality with a little Bumble Bantr.
Amazon Offers Discounted Apple Watch Series 8 Prices and More Ahead of Prime Early Access Sale
Thanks again to Amazon, there are decently discounted prices available for the Apple Watch Series 8. We’ve also spotted other good deals.
AmpliTube 5 Users Can Receive a Free AmpliTube OverScream Through New Promotion
IK Multimedia is providing AmpliTube 5 users a free AmpliTube OverScream pedal, available now through the start of November.
Apple TV+'s 'Ted Lasso' Invades Spirit Halloween Featuring Characters From the Series
New Halloween costumes from Apple TV+’s popular series “Ted Lasso” are now available at Spirit Halloween, and the mustache is included.
Lufthansa Bans AirTag For All the Wrong Reasons
Faced with growing embarrassment over lost luggage found with the AirTag, one airline is going to far as to ban the item tracker.
Swimmer Discovers AssistiveTouch Can Help Navigate Apple Watch While Underwater
Swimmer Rafael Zeier is showing users how to use AssistiveTouch to navigate an Apple Watch Ultra while underwater.
Testing Apple's Crash Detection Using Roller Coasters: Here's What I Learned
Several amusement parks are reporting riders setting off Apple’s Crash Detection on roller coasters: we explore why this may happen.
More Koreans are Switching to iPhones Due to Samsung Games Optimization Service Controversy
Many Koreans are switching to iPhone after ditching their Samsung galaxy devices due to the Game Optimization Service controversy.
Gurman: Apple Could Implement USB-C on iPhone, AirPods and Mac Accessories Before 2024 Deadline
Bloomberg‘s Mark Gurman predicts that Apple will start implementing USB-C on the next iPhone, AirPods and Mac accessories before 2024.
Considering the Portless iPhone and Riding Rollercoasters for Science! TMO Daily Observations 2022-10-10
Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman thinks USB-C won’t last long on iPhone, and that Apple will make it a portless device in the relatively near future. TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts agrees, while Ken is not so sure. Then, it turns out rollercoasters CAN set off Apple’s Crash Detection. We’ll talk about that on this happy Monday edition of The Mac Observer’s Daily Observations.
Amazon Deals on Apple Gear for Your Weekend Shopping
Amazon often has amazing deals on Apple products, so here are three for your weekend online shopping. An iPad, some AirPods, and an iPad mini.
Apple TV+ Signs 'Workaholics' Star Anders Holm for New 'Godzilla and the Titans' Series
Reports from “Deadline” state that Anders Holm has signed on for a recurring role in Apple TV+’s new unnamed Godzilla and the Titans series.
Meta Warns Users of Third-Party Apps Stealing Facebook Login Credentials
Reports indicate that Meta is warning users of third-party apps on Google and Apple’s app stores looking to steal Facebook login credentials.
New macOS Archive Utility Vulnerability Allows Malware to Bypass Gatekeeper Security, But An Update Patches the Hole
Thanks to a recently-published vulnerability in macOS Archive Utility, we see yet again the importance of regularly running Software Update.
The iPhone 14 Plus Pleases Reviewers, UBS Says iPhone Results May be Flat and a New Apple TV+ Trailer
Apple’s doing well in international courts, UBS says iPhone results may be flat and a new Apple TV+ trailer could show a shoo-in for an Oscar.
TikTok Introduces New Editing Tools, Photo Mode and More
TikTok is adding new editing tools for users, along with other new features. The new tools are available in the U.S. and select countries.
A LEGO Foosball Table You Can Actually Play Debuts Nov. 1
If you want a foosball table you can build yourself, brick by brick, LEGO has one for you, debuting just in time for the holidays.
Twitter v Musk Lawsuit On Hold, Tesla Exec Has Until Oct. 28 to Close Deal
In the ongoing Twitter v Musk lawsuit, a Delaware Chancery Court judge has given the executive until Oct. 28 to complete the purchase.
Apple Expands Learning Opportunities to 600 Communities in Thanks to Community Education Initiative
Apple announced that their Community Education Initiative has now expanded to over 600 communities, in thanks to over 150 education partners.
Apple Shares How Seven Hispanic and Latino App Developers Overcome Barriers Through Technology
Apple shared the story of seven Hispanic and Latin app developers who overcame barriers to technology and helped their communities.
As French Court Lowers Fine for Its Anti-Competitive Practices, Apple Still Plans to Appeal the Decision
A French Court lowered the fine levied on Apple for anti-competitive practices, from 1.1 billion euros to now 372 million euros.
Welcome to Innovation Flats - TMO Daily Observations 2022-10-07
There’s a growing argument that there’s not enough difference between Apple’s A15 and A16 to call the new one “A16”. On the product side, a former Apple exec argues that Apple is no longer innovating, replacing the truly new with boredom and a side of fear. TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts joins Ken to talk both issues on the Daily Observations.
Examining Whether The A16 Bionic Chip Is Really Just an A15+
With Apple’s move to an A16 Bionic chip for its iPhone 14 Pro family, benchmarks hint the new SoC might be more aptly named the A15+ instead.