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Apple is researching the use of geared hinges that would strengthen a foldable iPhone’s screen. These hinges could allow the iPhone to be folded both inwards like a book, and outwards to have a form of wraparound screen.Detail from the patent showing geared hinges on a foldable displayApple has previously applied for many patents about…
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Assassin’s Creed Identity and NBA 2K20 were among 46,000 iOS apps removed from the App Store in China as Apple purged all remaining apps without a government license. The vast majority of the apps removed were games, with only 74 of the top 1,500 paid games surviving the cull… more… The post Assassin’s Creed Identity…
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The controversial Smart Case for AirPods Max has arguably received more attention than the over-ear headphones themselves. The Smart Case has been criticized for not providing adequate protection for AirPods Max and for its awkward design. WaterField Designs is aiming to solve those problems with its new AirPods Max Shield. Read on for a closer…
It’s been a long year, and Apple has been surprisingly active throughout all of it. As we wind down the year, the AppleInsider staff recaps their favorite articles of the year.2020 has been a whirlwind of a year. There’s the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, paired with an unprecedented amount of Apple events — all covered by…
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A new report today claims that Apple is reluctant to ban suppliers found guilty of labor violations, and can take years to do so, even in the most serious of cases. In one case, it says, Apple took three years to stop using a Chinese supplier that was repeatedly found to use child labor… more……
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A new report sheds some light on how Apple deals with companies that slack on enforcing labor laws in China, alleging that if corrective actions will impact Apple’s bottom line, they are slow to materialize — or may not happen at all.iPhone 8 Plus (left) versus iPhone XR (right)Apple and SuyinRead more… Go to Source…
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The App Store in China had its biggest single-day removal of apps ever — with a massive 39,000 games given the boot by Apple on Thursday alone. This is as a result of Chinese laws stating that all game publishers must obtain a special license in order to distribute their titles. According to research firm…
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For most people, Christmas was a bit more of a subdued affair in 2020 than in other years. But things were far from subdued in the App Store. According to new figures published by Sensor Tower, spending on mobile apps hit a big high point on Christmas Day in Europe. The iOS App Store accounted…
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Long-running used smartphone buyer Gazelle has announced the coming end of its trade-in program, which accepts people’s old iPhones, iPads, and Macs in exchange for cash. The company revealed the news in an email to customers, explaining that it will no longer offer its trade-in option from February 1, 2021. Customers have until January 31…
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Just a day before 2020 ends, Apple has removed over 39,000 games and 46,000 apps from the Apple App Store in China. The move comes as the app developers and game publishers fail to get an official license from the local government. Continue reading ? Go to Source Author: Sanuj Bhatia
The privacy-focused web browser Brave now offers native support for M1 Macs, unlocking faster performance for owners of the latest machines … more… The post ‘Privacy-first’ browser Brave now has native support for M1 Macs appeared first on 9to5Mac. Go to Source Author: Ben Lovejoy
Apple on Thursday removed nearly 39,000 apps from its Chinese App Store due to the apps lacking an official license from local regulators, reports Reuters. The report, which cites data from research firm Qimai, says that games affected by the cull included Ubisoft title Assassin’s Creed Identity and NBA 2K20. According to Qimai, only 74…
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An Intel investor with a billion dollar stake in the chipmaker says that it needs to make drastic changes to address its changed fortunes – including attempting to win back Apple as a client. Intel stock had fallen 21% over the course of 2020 before the 10-figure investment by hedge fund Third Point, which is…
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Amazon has announced it is acquiring Wondery, the podcast startup that reportedly held talks with Apple last month as it shopped for a buyer. In a press release, Amazon said that Wondery had signed an agreement to join Amazon Music, bringing popular podcasts like “Dirty John” and “Dr. Death” into the streaming service’s existing podcast…