Apple, WiLAN finally settle long-running legal battle
Apple and WiLAN have signed a patent licensing agreement which concludes a series of disputes over iPhone wireless technologies, going back to 2007, according to Reuters. In January 2020, a jury in San Diego, California jury ruled that Apple had to pay WiLan $85...
Apple must face AliveCor in court over patent violation claims regarding the Apple Watch
A federal judge on Monday said Apple must face a Silicon Valley company’s claims it illegally monopolized the U.S. market for heart rate monitoring apps for its Apple Watch, reports Reuters. U.S. District Judge Jeffrey White said that AliveCor could try to prove that...
Netherland’s ACM fines Apple for the ninth time over in-app payment system
Here we go again. The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has fined Apple for the ninth time for not meeting requirements for alternative payment systems for dating apps. The ACM says Apple has failed to satisfy the requirements set by regarding...
News items you should check out: March 22
Since I can’t cover everything, I’ll often direct your attention to articles of interest. To wit: ° From 9to5Mac: The Apple TV app on both Android TV and Google TV no longer offers the option to buy or rent movies, while Apple TV+ subscriptions can still be...
DSCC: Apple had 54% of the advanced laptop market in quarter four of 2021
According to the DSCC’s Quarterly Advanced IT Display Shipment and Technology Report, Apple led the advanced laptop market in the fourth quarter of 2021 with 54% marketshare. What’s more the company sold more of its miniLED notebooks than all OLED laptops combined....
Allstate Protection Plans finds the new Apple iPhone SE lives up to its durability claims
The 3rd generation Apple iPhone SE hit stores last week with claims of improved drop durability (“cool with stumbles”) and water resistance (“cool with spills”) thanks to “a durable design and the toughest glass in a smartphone.” After putting the new iPhone SE...
Apple TV+’s ‘CODA’ is first streaming film named PGA’s Outstanding Producer of Theatrical Motion Pictures
Apple Original Films’ “CODA” won the Darryl F. Zanuck Award for Outstanding Producer of Theatrical Motion Pictures at Sunday’s PGA Awards. The film makes history as the first ever streaming film to win this award at the Producers Guild Awards, reports Deadline. “CODA”...
More Verizon customers will have access to 5G Ultra Wideband service in more places this year
Verizon has announced that it’s entered into agreements with satellite providers for early clearance of additional C-band spectrum the company acquired in 2021, providing an opportunity to deploy America’s most reliable 5G Ultra Wideband service to more customers in...
More added to ensemble cast of Apple TV+’s ‘Dear Edward’
Apple TV+ has rounded out the ensemble cast for “Dear Edward,” a drama series written and executive produced by Jason Katims, based on the novel by Ann Napolitano, reports Deadline. Amy Forsyth (“CODA,” “The Gilded Age”), Carter Hudson (“Snowfall,” “The Wilds”),...
iPad Pros power Alaska Airline’s new check-in stations
Alaska Airlines’ new check-in stations are powered by iPad Pros, reports Fast Company. They’re replacements for the conventional self-check-in kiosks that have been commonplace in airport terminals for the past couple of decades. The Apple tablet check-in stations are...
Jamf Introduces Jamf Fundamentals for Small-Midsized Businesses
Jamf, which specializes in Apple Enterprise Management, has introduced Jamf Fundamentals, a new plan built for the needs of small-midsized businesses. It combines Jamf’s mobile device management (MDM) technology with new capabilities for protecting, connecting,...
Former Apple employee charged with cheating the tech giant out of more than $10 million
U.S. prosecutors have charged a former Apple employee, Dhirendra Prasad, with defrauding the tech giant out of more than US$10 million in a series of schemes, reports Reuters. He’s facing five criminal counts of misusing his position as a buyer in Apple’s global...
‘Ted Lasso’ named Best TV Series in AARP’s ‘Movies for Grownups” Awards
Apple TV+’s “Ted Lasso” was named Best TV series in the “Movies for Grownups Awards” from the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP). AARP’s Movies for Grownups program advocates for the 50-plus audience by fighting industry ageism and encouraging films that...
Apple releases Boot Camp Update 6.1.17 with support for Apple Studio Display
Apple has released Boot Camp Update 6.1.17 with support for the new Apple Studio Display, according to a Reddit post. Boot Camp Assistant is a multi boot utility included with Apple Inc.’s macOS that assists users in installing Microsoft Windows operating systems on...
Apple releases Boot Camp Update 6.1.17 with support for Apple Studio Display
Apple has released Boot Camp Update 6.1.17 with support for the new Apple Studio Display, according to a Reddit post. Boot Camp Assistant is a multi boot utility included with Apple Inc.’s macOS that assists users in installing Microsoft Windows operating systems on...
Porsche managers met with Apple to discuss possible joint projects
Managers at sportscar maker Porsche late last year travelled to the U.S. to discuss possible joint projects with Apple, well as with some other tech companies, according to Reuters. “We already have Apple CarPlay, we will expand on that,” Chief Executive Oliver Blume...
Porsche managers met with Apple to discuss possible joint projects
Managers at sportscar maker Porsche late last year travelled to the U.S. to discuss possible joint projects with Apple, well as with some other tech companies, according to Reuters. “We already have Apple CarPlay, we will expand on that,” Chief Executive Oliver Blume...
Apple TV+ hosts world premiere of ‘WeCrashed,’ which debuts March 18
Friday at the Academy Museum in Los Angeles, Apple TV+ held the world premiere event for “WeCrashed,” the limited series inspired by actual events. About ‘WeCrashed’ Based on the hit Wondery podcast “WeCrashed: The Rise and Fall of WeWork,’’ the series hails from Lee...
Apple TV+ hosts world premiere of ‘WeCrashed,’ which debuts March 18
Friday at the Academy Museum in Los Angeles, Apple TV+ held the world premiere event for “WeCrashed,” the limited series inspired by actual events. About ‘WeCrashed’ Based on the hit Wondery podcast “WeCrashed: The Rise and Fall of WeWork,’’ the series hails from Lee...
Apple planning a lock adapter for its new Mac Studio
Apple plans to soon sell a third-party lock adapter for the Mac Studio that locks onto the bottom of the computer that physically secures the desktop without damaging or modifying it, reports MacRumors. Pricing hasn’t been announced. On the bottom of the Mac Studio...
Apple planning a lock adapter for its new Mac Studio
Apple plans to soon sell a third-party lock adapter for the Mac Studio that locks onto the bottom of the computer that physically secures the desktop without damaging or modifying it, reports MacRumors. Pricing hasn’t been announced. On the bottom of the Mac Studio...
News items you should check out: March 20
Since I can’t cover everything, I’ll often direct your attention to articles of interest. To wit: ° From TechCrunch: Tom Boger, Vice President of Mac & iPad Product Marketing at Apple; Shelly Goldberg, Senior Director, Mac & iPad Product Design;...
News items you should check out: March 20
Since I can’t cover everything, I’ll often direct your attention to articles of interest. To wit: ° From TechCrunch: Tom Boger, Vice President of Mac & iPad Product Marketing at Apple; Shelly Goldberg, Senior Director, Mac & iPad Product Design;...
It’s alive! The LG 27-inch UltraFine 5K display isn’t discontinued
Good news for those who don’t want/can’t afford Apple’s Studio Display — which is getting mixed reviews mainly due to its webcam: The Wall Street Journal reports that LG’s 27-inch UltraFine 5K external display hasn’t been discontinued as reported and will be back in...
Apple says a software update with address issues with Studio Display webcam quality
MacRumors reports that the Studio Display’s 12-megapixel Ultra Wide camera’s quality has been described by reviewers as anywhere from an “old BlackBerry” to downright “awful.” Apple says that a software update will resolve the issue. In response to inquiries about the...
Apple Tag, anyone? Apple files for patent for new wearable device
Apple has filed for a patent (number 20220079521) for “wearable tags” for health-related monitoring and reporting. About the patent filling Electronic devices are sometimes used for health-related functions such as heart rate monitoring and fitness tracking. In the...
WaterField Designs announces Shield Case for Mac Studio
Apple’s new Mac Studio should begin arriving to customers tomorrow, and WaterField Designs has announced the Mac Studio Shield Case. The US$129 case is available for pre-order and will ship April 8. It’s available in ballistic nylon with black leather, ballistic nylon...
Apple TV+ announces family friendly ‘Pinecone & Pony’ animated series
Apple TV+ has announced “Pinecone & Pony,” an all-new kids series from DreamWorks Animation, First Generation Films and bestselling author Kate Beaton, and unveiled the trailer ahead of the series premiere on Friday, April 8 on Apple TV+. Based on the book “The...
Apple TV+ announces family friendly ‘Pinecone & Pony’ animated series
Apple TV+ has announced “Pinecone & Pony,” an all-new kids series from DreamWorks Animation, First Generation Films and bestselling author Kate Beaton, and unveiled the trailer ahead of the series premiere on Friday, April 8 on Apple TV+. Based on the book “The...
Apple TV+ pre-buys rights to ‘Puffins Impossible’ voiced by Johnny Depp
Apple TV+ and Amazon Prime Video have both pre-bought “Puffins Impossible,” a spinoff of the animated short form series “Puffins” voiced by Johnny Depp, who is reprising his role as Johnny Puff. , reports Variety. The 18-episode show, which is currently in production...