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Apr 29, 2021Apr 29, 2021

Apple Q2 2021 saw $89.6 billion in revenue, up 54% year-over-year

Apple has just announced its financial results for Q2 2021, covering the time frame between January 1 and March 31, 2021. The company saw a record-breaking $89.6 billion in quarterly revenue up 54% year-over-year. Q2 2021 saw major growth across…

Apr 29, 2021Apr 29, 2021

United States Senator Amy Klobuchar speaks on antitrust, monopolistic nature of big tech and app tax

Usman Hussain

In a recent interview with The Verge, Senator Amy Klobuchar discusses regulating the power of tech giants, app tax, and the monopolistic nature of Apple’s App Store. Ultimately, the senator hopes to rein in the power of several tech giants….

Apr 29, 2021Apr 30, 2021

Epic Games files its own expert testimony against Apple to solidify its allegation of monopolistic conduct

Asma Hussain

Following the submission of Apple’s own expert testimony in its legal battle with Epic Games, Epic has now submitted its own written expert testimony ahead of the start of its antitrust case against Apple As reported today, Epic Games has…

Games Android iOSApr 29, 2021

Pokémon GO Fest 2021 announced, event to be held virtually in July

Asma Hussain

Mark your calendars! Niantic has announced in a blog post that Pokémon GO Fest will be taking place on July 17 and July 18, 2021, in Pokémon GO. During these two days, trainers from around the globe will be able…

Apr 29, 2021

TIME magazine names Apple in its 100 Most Influential Companies List of 2021

Imran Hussain

TIME magazine has named Apple as one of the leaders in its list of 100 most influential companies of 2021. The company has been listed due to its record-breaking Q4 2020 earnings in which it earned $111 billion, launched Apple…

iOSApr 29, 2021

Apple fined $12.1M by Russia for allegedly abusing dominant position with App Store

Asma Hussain

According to a new report, Russia’s Federal Anti-Monopoly Service has fined Apple $12 million for alleged abuse of its dominant position in the mobile applications market. According to the FAS, the Cupertino tech giant’s distribution of apps through iOS gives…

iOSApr 29, 2021

Apple will ban apps that incentivize users to enable app tracking

Imran Hussain

Apple will be banning apps that try and incentivize users to enable app tracking by offering various rewards and perks. The company has made it clear that developers can convince users why it is beneficial for them to provide app…

Apr 28, 2021Apr 28, 2021

Apple submits testimony of experts to counter Epic’s allegation for May 3 court trial

Rida Imran

Just a week away from Epic Games vs. Apple court trial, the Cupertino tech giant has filed testimonies of experts substantiating its argument against the gaming company. Epic has accused the iPhone maker of creating a monopoly by controlling the…

iPadApr 28, 2021Apr 28, 2021

The new 12.9-inch M1 iPad Pro is not compatible with 2020 Magic Keyboard

Rida Imran

Apple introduced the next generation 12.9-inch M1 iPad Pro at the Spring Loaded event this month. Along with the new tablet, the company also announced the 2021 Magic Keyboard. Scheduled to be available at the end of the month, the…

iOSApr 28, 2021

Craig Federighi talks App Tracking Transparency with WSJ

Asma Hussain

Apple has finally released iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5 after weeks of beta testing. Alongside features like unlocking a Face ID-equipped iPhone using an Apple Watch, more diverse voice options for Siri, and more, the update also includes App Tracking Transparency,…