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iOS iPad iPhoneOct 16, 2021Oct 16, 2021

FTC’s crack down on fake reviews can force Apple to go after scam apps on App Store

In the U.S., the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced a penalty for all companies, advertisers, and retailers that use fake online reviews and other deceptive endorsements to deceive consumers. Apple’s App Store features reviews and 5-star ratings to measure…

iOS iPhoneOct 16, 2021

Apple resists changing App Store’s rules as demanded by new South Korean law

Rida Imran

In September, South Korea passed a new law that prevents Apple and Google from forcing developers to use their in-app payment methods. And the government asked both tech giants to submit their compliance plans adhering to the new regulatory law….

MacOct 16, 2021Oct 16, 2021

New 14 and 16-inch MacBook Pro renders show slimmer bezels, lack of Touch Bar and more ports

Asma Hussain

Apple is scheduled to host its “Unleashed” event on Monday, October 18 where it is expected to announce new MacBook Pro models and next-generation AirPods. Ahead of the event, Twitter user @Apple_Tomorrow has published renders of what the 14 and 16-inch…

Oct 16, 2021

Apple fires another female employee, a leader of the #AppleToo movement

Rida Imran

The Verge reports that Apple has fired another female employee for allegedly impeding an investigation. Janneke Parrish, a program manager on Apple Maps and a leader of the #AppleToo movement, was terminated for deleting apps like Google Drive, Robinhood, and…

iOS iPad iPhoneOct 16, 2021Oct 16, 2021

Apple’s CSAM detection is ineffective and invasive warn cybersecurity researchers

Rida Imran

A group of prominent cybersecurity researchers calls Apple’s CSAM detection a “dangerous technology” that will equip governments to easily spy on citizens like the European Union. Even before Apple announced new Child Safety features based on client-side scanning for CSAM…

MacOct 16, 2021

30 percent of current users looking to upgrade to new M1X MacBook Pro models

Imran Hussain

Almost 30 percent of current MacBook Pro users will be upgrading to the new M1X MacBook Pro models as soon as it is announced at Apple’s Unleashed event next week. M1X MacBook Pro likely to sell like hot cakes This…

iOS iPhoneOct 16, 2021Oct 16, 2021

Apple removes a popular religious app from China App Store on government’s request

Rida Imran

Apple is often criticized for staying silent on China’s human rights violations and for complying with the government’s authoritarian demands to remove apps from China App Store. Once again, Cupertino tech giant has given in to the Chinese government’s request…

Apple Music PlayStationOct 15, 2021Oct 15, 2021

Apple Music might be available on PlayStation 5 soon

Rida Imran

Cupertino tech giant might launch Apple Music on PlayStation 5 in the near future. Some PlayStation 5 owners report that a prompt to select either Spotify or Apple Music appeared when they were setting up a new account. However, the…

MacOct 15, 2021Oct 17, 2021

Redesigned M1X MacBook Pro might come with a notch but no Face ID – Leak

Rida Imran

Just a few days away from Apple’s upcoming ‘Unleashed’ event, new leaks share more details of the M1X MacBook Pro models’ design and features. They also reconfirm existing rumors. Most interestingly, @NickXiao claims that Apple has introduced a notch on…

Apple WatchOct 15, 2021Oct 15, 2021

Apple Watch Series 7 fast charging requires 18W and higher power adaptors

Rida Imran

As Apple Watch Series 7 orders have started to arrive, Apple has finally shared the details of wattage required to support the smartwatch’s fast charging. As per the updated support page, users will require a USB-C power adapter with 5W…