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Apple Launches Entrepreneur Camp for Latin Founders
Apple has launched an Entrepreneur Camp for Latin and Hispanic founders. Previous camps have focused on women and Black founders.
Apple Spring 2022 Event Officially Scheduled for March 8
The Apple Spring 2022 event has officially been announced. In line with rumors it will be held on March 8 at 10:00 AM PT, 1:00PM ET.
Study Finds iPhone Magsafe Technology Dangerous for those with Cardiac Devices
The first study to test the magnetic interference of the iPhone and its MagSafe accessories on a comprehensive set of pacemakers (PM) and implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICD) from all major manufacturers shows that the magnetic component of the iPhone 12 can inadvertently activate the magnetic switch of PMs and ICDs. This can be critically harmful if it happens outside a controlled environment or without the presence of medical practitioners.
Apple Issues Series Order for Science Fiction Drama 'Metropolis'
Apple TV+ has announced a series order for Metropolis, a new drama inspired by the book Metropolis by German writer Thea von Harbou.
Apple Releases Trailer for 'Slow Horses' Starring Gary Oldman
The series will premiere April 1, 2022 globally on Apple TV+ with the first two episodes, followed by one episode every Friday.
New Apple Watch Challenge Scheduled for March 8 in Celebration of International Women’s Day
Apple is holding a new Apple Watch Challenge in celebration on International Women’s Day on March 8. Apple Watch users will have to complete any 20-minute workout to earn exclusive badges that can be used on FaceTime, Messages and other supported apps.
Apple Film 'CODA' Wins 4 Awards at Hollywood Critics Association
CODA from Apple Original Films has received four Hollywood Critics Association (HCA) Film Awards on Monday, February 28.
Veteran Apple Reporter Jim Dalrymple Retires After 30 Years
After nearly 30 years of reporting on Apple-related matters, Jim Dalrymple has announced his retirement, but he’s not fully finished.
Ukraine Urges Apple to Block Its Services to Russia, including Access to the App Store
Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Digital Transformation, Mykhailo Fedorov has urged Apple to stop all its services in Russia.
Intel’s Planned M1-Killer May Arrive Too Late
Intel has plans for an M1-killer CPU, beating Apple Silicon in both performance and efficiency, but it’s liable to come too late.
Apple Al Maryah Island to Open in Abu Dhabi This Friday
Apple’s newest retail store called Apple Al Maryah Island will open in the heart of Abu Dhabi on Friday. It introduces new design elements.
Apple Store Hostage-Taker Dead, Lawyer Says
The Apple Store hostage-taker run down by a police SUV has apparently died from his injuries, his former attorney says.
The Action-Film Ending to the Amsterdam Apple Store Hostage Situation
A hostage situation in an Amsterdam Apple Store had an ending straight out of Hollywood, with a police SUV running down the suspect.
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[U] Would-Be Amsterdam Apple Store Robber Takes Hostage
An armed robber at an Amsterdam Apple Store escalated the situation by turning it into a hostage negotiation.
Apple Reveals Trailer for 'The Snoopy Show' Season Two
The Snoopy Show season two will arrive on Apple TV+ March 11. More Peanuts originals and specials will appear on the platform in the future.
Apple Mixed-Reality Headset Completes Key Production Tests
Rumors and leaks about Apple’s first mixed-reality headset keep coming. Recent reports suggest the device may still launch in 2022.
Apple May Release Seven New Macs in 2022
We knew there would be a number of new Apple personal computers in 2022. However, it’s looking like we might get a whopping seven new Macs.
Apple TV+: "Severance" and "Lincoln's Dilemma" Out Now
“Severance” and “Lincoln’s Dilemma” have both launched on Apple TV+, with episodes of the series now available to subscribers.
Fisker Ocean and Other EVs Show Promise for Apple Car
Looking at how Henrik Fisker is designing and marketing his Ocean SUV gives important hints for the future Apple Car.
Vote Against Tim Cook Pay Packet, Group Urges AAPL Shareholders
A leading shareholder advisory group has urged clients with AAPL stock to vote against a pay package for Tim Cook worth over US$98 million.
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.
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.
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.