A number of users are reporting that their Apple IDs have been locked on their iOS devices, with the reason for the issue unknown.
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Carriers vs eSIMs, Apple Hearts iHeartMedia – TMO Daily Observations 2018-11-01
Andrew Orr and Jeff Gamet join host Kelly Guimont to discuss how US carriers aren’t ready for this eSIM jelly, and Apple’s interest in iHeartMedia.
Spotify Subscriber Numbers Beating Apple Music
Spotify increased its number of paying users in the last quarter, keeping it ahead of Apple Music.
Modern day mixtapes, new Mac mini feelings – TMO Daily Observations 2018-10-31
Dave Hamilton has issues making mixtapes, and Jeff Gamet has issues with the new Mac mini. They join host Kelly Guimont to discuss, today on Coffee Talk Daily Observations.
iOS 12: Find Songs by Lyrics in Apple Music
You can search for songs in Apple Music based on their lyrics in the Music app on your iPhone or iPad.
Apple Music Trailer for Carpool Karaoke with Jamie Foxx and Corinne Foxx
Apple has a new trailer out for Carpool Karaoke promoting an upcoming episode with Jamie Foxx and his daughter Corinne Foxx. The trailer feature’s Foreigner’s ripoff of Deep Purple’s “My Woman from Tokyo” “Hot Blooded.” The theme of this episode is father-daughter clashes over what gets played on the car’s radio, which will surely resonate with lots of folks. Jamie Foxx is a great singer, too. Here’s the trailer.
Genius Lyrics Have Arrived in Apple Music
Genius has partnered with Apple Music to introduce Genius lyrics into the app. Apple Music is also the official music player on its website.
BBC Radio 1 Hip-hop DJ Charlie Sloth Joining Apple Music
BBC hip-hop DJ Charlie Sloth is leaving his current gig to join Apple Music. Just like Zane Lowe, his show broadcast on BBC Radio 1, and now he’ll be on Beats 1.
Apple Buys Shazam, Dropping Ads for All Users
Apple announced on Monday that it purchased the song identification service Shazam.
Apple Lands Rights to Wolfwalkers Animated Movie
Apple landed the rights to Cartoon Saloon’s Wolfwalkers, an animated movie that shows how a young girl’s life changes when she travels to Ireland with her father to kill the last pack of wolves.
Apple's Carpool Karaoke Wins Emmy
Carpool Karaoke won its first Emmy for Outstanding Short Form Variety Series in the Creative Arts category.
Ed Sheeran Documentary 'Songwriter' Available on Apple Music
The Ed Sheeran documentary, Songwriter, about the development of his Divide album is available now on Apple Music.
Brian Bumbery Joins Apple Music, Technology's Social Impact - TMO Daily Observations 2018-08-28
Andrew Orr and Dave Hamilton join Jeff Gamet to talk about Brian Bumbery leaving his own music industry publicity agency to join the Apple Music team, plus they dive into the way personal technology is creating social changes.
Apple, Verizon Team Up For an Apple Music Offer
Starting Thursday, August 16 both new and existing customers on a Verizon Unlimited plan can take advantage of this offer.
Apple Music Rolling Out New Social Feature 'Friends Mix'
You’ll find Friends Mix in the For You tab in the Music app. Some people are seeing it in the iOS 12 public beta.
Deconstructing the "Apple is Greedy" Argument - TMO Daily Observations 2018-08-06
Bryan Chaffin and John Martellaro join Jeff Gamet to look at TechCrunch’s list of reasons why Apple is a greedy company and share their thoughts on whether or not they got it right.
Spotify Paying Subscribers Hits 83 Million
Spotify has 83 million paying subscribers around the world, which is a lot more than Apple Music’s 40 million, yet still isn’t showing a profit.
Check out the Apple Music Ed Sheeran Documentary Trailer
Apple Music has an Ed Sheeran documentary coming on August 28th. Mr. Sheeran is one of the biggest stars in music today, and this documentary focuses on the creation and recording of his newest album, ÷ (Apple Music link for ÷ Deluxe). I love behind-the-scenes documentaries for album creation, and this one looks to be good, including concert footage.
$100 iTunes Card for $85 from Ebay
As deals on iTunes cards have become rarer, this is one of the best offers out there. [Update: Link to the deal added!]
Here's Why Apple Music Beats Spotify at its own Game
Last Thursday, Digital Music News reported that Apple Music beats Spotify in terms of subscribers. And there might be a reason why.
Apple Music Paid Subscribers Top Spotify in US
Apple Music has more paying subscribers in the United States than Spotify, according to data from a major music distributor.
Facebook's Spy Patent, Apple Music Shows, Samsung Patent Fight Ends - ACM 468
Facebook has a scary new patent application that Bryan Chaffin and Jeff Gamet say “is so Zuck.” They also talk about how Apple might position and price its streaming original content, and there are a lot of possibilities. Plus, Apple’s long-running patent fight with Samsung is over. What does that really mean?
Apple's Media Bundle Plans, Drinking with Captain Kirk - TMO Daily Observations 2018-06-28
Kelly Guimont and John Martellaro join Jeff Gamet to discuss the possibility of an Apple Music and television show streaming bundle, plus they talk about Captain Kirk’s whiskey.
Apple Considering an All-in-one Apple Music, TV, and Magazine Subscription Package
Apple is reportedly looking at an all-in-one subscription package for Apple Music, its upcoming TV show lineup, and magazines.