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iOSMar 12, 2021

Apple denies Parler appeal to rejoin App Store, due to ‘highly objectionable content’ like derogatory terms and Nazi symbols

Controversial free-speech app Parler has been denied its request to rejoin the App Store. Apple banned the social network app after law enforcement learned that the attack on the US Capitol on January 6 had been planned on the social…

Apple TVMar 12, 2021

Apple TV+ renews ‘Central Park’ for season 3, season 2 debuts on June 25

by Asma Hussain

Ahead of the debut of the second season of Apple TV+’s hit animated comedy series Central Park, Apple announced that it has renewed the series for a third season. The second season of the Emmy-nominated series will premiere globally on…

Apple WatchMar 11, 2021

New Hampshire man credits Apple Watch to saving his life after he fell through ice

by Asma Hussain

Recently, stories about Apple Watch saving people’s lives have been popping up more than ever. This time, William Rogers from Somersworth, New Hampshire said that Apple’s smartwatch saved his life when he used it to call 911 after he fell…

iOSMar 11, 2021

Apple Podcasts is replacing the ‘subscribe’ button with ‘follow’ in a few weeks with iOS 14.5 update

by Asma Hussain

With iOS 14.5, Apple is replacing the word “subscribe” with “follow” for Apple Podcasts. Rather than subscribing to a podcast, users will now have the option to follow the shows they listen to. The seemingly minor tweak could have significant…

iOS iPad iPhoneMar 10, 2021

Apple must face privacy lawsuit in open court, judge denies arbitration

by Asma Hussain

On Tuesday, Apple lost a request to move to private arbitration in a consumer privacy lawsuit related to iMessage and FaceTime. In Manhattan, U.S. District Judge Lorna G. Schofield ruled that the Cupertino tech giant must continue fighting the privacy…

iOS iPad iPhoneMar 10, 2021Mar 10, 2021

Apple’s personalized ads system under fire in privacy complaint to French antitrust authorities

by Asma Hussain

Involved in several antitrust investigations, Apple has been hit yet again with another EU antitrust complaint. The tech giant has come under fire in France over its iOS 14 privacy measures. The complaint has been brought forward against Apple by…

FacebookMar 10, 2021Mar 10, 2021

Mark Zuckerberg believes smart glasses could help fight climate change by allowing people to teleport

by Asma Hussain

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg believes augmented reality technology could help combat rising climate change concerns. Zuckerberg said that by 2030, people have the ability to “teleport around,” using advanced smart glasses. According to Zuckerberg, a few decades into the future,…

Facebook iOS iPhoneMar 9, 2021Mar 9, 2021

WhatsApp working on password-protected chat backups for iCloud

by Asma Hussain

WhatsApp is working on bringing password-protected, encrypted chat backups for iCloud and Google Drive, according to a new report. The update, which is currently in the works, would allow users to keep their WhatsApp chat backups guarded against unauthorized access…

Apple TVMar 9, 2021Mar 9, 2021

Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai signs multi-year deal with Apple TV+

by Asma Hussain

Apple has just announced a multi-year programming partnership with women’s rights activist and youngest Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai. The deal will include original content for Apple’s streaming service spanning documentaries, animation, dramas, comedies, and children’s series. While the Cupertino tech…

Apple TVMar 8, 2021

Apple TV+’s hit comedy series ‘Ted Lasso’ wins three Critics Choice Awards

by Asma Hussain

Apple TV+’s hit comedy series ‘Ted Lasso’ has added more awards to the streaming service’s collection. On Sunday, the series picked up three Critics Choice Awards for Best Comedy category, Best Actor in a Comedy Series, and Best supporting actress…