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The latest versions of watchOS 8.5, iOS and iPadOS 15.4, and macOS Monterey 12.3 are now available to registered developers.
Boost and Breach Insurance Partner on Crypto Wallet Insurance
Boost Insurance and Breach Insurance are partnering to launch the first-ever crypto wallet insurance product. It’s called Crypto Shield.
OpenSea and CoinTracker Want to Help With NFT Taxes
Do you need help with your NFT taxes? Good news, OpenSea and CoinTracker are teaming up to help consumers.
New York Attorney General Warns of Malicious AirTag Tracking
New York Attorney General Letitia James issued a consumer alert to warn New Yorkers of malicious AirTag tracking.
Android Announces Ad Privacy Changes, Takes Swipe at Apple
Google announced an overhaul in its approach to advertising and privacy on Android phones, and got in a swipe at Apple.
Health App Datas, iOS Betas – TMO Daily Observations 2022-02-16
Jeff Butts and host Kelly Guimont chat about setting up Emergency Contacts on iOS, new features in the latest beta, and AirTag privacy.
New Chrome OS Flex Could Revive Your Old Mac
Google has introduced Chrome OS Flex, its project that lets individuals, schools, or businesses put Chrome OS on their aging machines.
"Severance": Apple TV+ Show Inspired by 'Corporate Misery'
Forthcoming Apple TV+ series “Severance” was prompted by creator Dan Erickson’s own experience of corporate life, he revealed.
UK Local Authority Sues Apple Over China iPhone Sales Prediction
A local authority in England has launched a class-action lawsuit against Apple over comments regarding iPhone sales in China.
Facebook News Feed Becomes "Feed"
Facebook announced that, over 15 years since it launched, the News Feed feature will simply be known as “Feed”.
Totallee Hybrid MagSafe Cases Released for iPhone 12
Hybrid MagSafe cases for the iPhone 12 series are available from totallee for US$39. In December these cases were released for the iPhone 13.
New Apple Auction Includes Items From Steve Jobs, Doug Engelbart, With Atari Application
RR Auction is presenting a new auction, one that is themed called “The Steve Jobs Revolution: Engelbart, Atari, and Apple.”
New England Patriots Docuseries "The Dynasty" Coming to Apple TV+
Apple TV+ has ordered docuseries “The Dynasty” about the New England Patriots, reflecting on the 20-year Brady-Belichick-Kraft era.
Software and Speculation – TMO Daily Observations 2022-02-15
Team Nightmare returns! Andrew Orr and Charlotte Henry join host Kelly Guimont to discuss a BBEdit update and Apple’s (rumored) Spring Event.
GiveSendGo Data Breach Affects Donors of 'Freedom Convoy'
Attackers have breached the systems of GiveSendGo, a Christian fundraising platform. People who donated to the Freedom Convoy in Canada.
Apple Music Replay 2022 Playlist Now Available
The Apple Music Replay 2022 playlist is now available for subscribers to peruse. It’s a fun way to see which songs you played the most.
BBEdit 14.1 Update Adds Support for Shortcuts on Mac
BBEdit 14.1 is out on Tuesday and adds support for Shortcuts, an expanded notes system, and a new image viewer.
'BackPack' iMac Shelf Can Hold Accessories on Your Stand
Twelve South has a new BackPack iMac shelf. It comes in different colors to match your device so you can display accessories
Marking Black History Month — Media+
Terrance Gaines joins Charlotte Henry to discuss Apple’s approach to marking Black History Month and some wider issues around race and content creation.
Apple’s App Store Policies Under Fire by Another Dutch Group
According to a Dutch foundations, Apple’s and Google’s app store policies have cost residents more than a billion euros in excess payments.
HomePod Touch Accommodations Make the Smart Speakers Easy for All
When you set up your Apple smart speaker, know there are some great HomePod touch accommodations you may want to take advantage of.
Missouri Backs Away From 'View Source' Hacking Prosecution
A Cole County prosecutor has declined to prosecute reporter Josh Renaud over claims that he hacked into the state’s website.
BlockFi Pays $100 Million Penalty to SEC Over Crypto Lending Product
The SEC has penalized BlockFi US$100 million after it failed to register high-yield interest accounts as securities.
Automation Notifications Are a Thing of the Past in iOS 15.4
If notifications when your shortcuts run has you down, here’s good news. iOS 15.4 should allow you to disable automation notifications.