iOS 14 and macOS Big Sur direct web links to Apple News app, bypass publisher sites
Users of Apple's upcoming operating systems will be redirected to the Apple News app when clicking on links from participating Apple News+ publishers, bypassing those publications' websites.Credit: AppleThe setting, which is enabled by default in iOS.....»»
2 Reasons to Pre-Order PGA Tour 2K21 & 3 Reasons to Wait
2 Reasons to Pre-Order PGA Tour 2K21 & 3 Reasons to Wait is a post by Adam Mills from Gotta Be Mobile. If you’re looking for a new sports game you might have your eyes on PGA Tour 2K21. And while some of you might want to pre-order a copy today.....»»
Lest we forget: Mark 75 years of the atomic bomb with the Ars watch list
"The physicists have known sin. And this is a knowledge which they cannot lose." Enlarge / Ars marks the 75th anniversary of the nuclear bomb with a look at how the complicated legacy of this world-altering event has been reflected in film and t.....»»
Kuo: iPhone Shipments Could Decline Up To 30% If Apple Forced To Remove WeChat From Worldwide App Store
An anonymous reader shares a report: In a worst-case scenario, Apple's annual iPhone shipments could decline by 25-30% if it is forced to remove WeChat from its App Stores around the world, according to a new research note from analyst Ming-Chi Kuo v.....»»
Amazon and Mall Operator Look at Turning Sears, J.C. Penney Stores Into Fulfillment Centers
The largest mall owner in the U.S. has been in talks with Amazon.com, the company many retailers denounce as the mall industry's biggest disrupter, to take over space left by ailing department stores. From a report: Simon Property Group has been expl.....»»
Global Coronavirus Cases Hit 20 Million
Global coronavirus cases pushed past 20 million on Monday, according to a Reuters tally, with the United States, Brazil and India accounting for more than half of all known infections. From a report: The respiratory disease has infected at least four.....»»
Russian Watchdog Says Apple Abused Mobile App Market Dominance
Russian competition watchdog FAS on Monday said that Apple has abused its dominant position in the mobile apps market through its App Store for iOS devices and will issue an order demanding that the company resolve regulations breaches. From a report.....»»
Google Gives Android TV Developers Instant Apps, Speech-to-Text, and Predictive Typing
An anonymous reader shares a report: Even before the pandemic, the battle to own your living room was reaching a boiling point. Now the big screen is bigger than ever as 2020 accelerates the streaming wars and raises the smart TV platform stakes. Nat.....»»
AI Invents New "Recipes" For Potential COVID-19 Drugs
sciencehabit writes: As scientists uncover drugs that can treat coronavirus infections, demand will almost certainly outstrip supplies -- as is already happening with the antiviral remdesivir. To prevent shortages, researchers have come up with a new.....»»
Google Rival"s Study Urges Letting Mobile Users Pick Search Defaults
Google could lose 20% of the mobile search market that it dominates if more users had the option to choose their default search provider via a preference menu, privacy-focused search engine DuckDuckGo argues in new research. From a report: This study.....»»
Amazon Ties Video Games Deeper Into Prime Subscription Program
Amazon is making it easier for Prime subscribers to play games, the latest effort to extend the appeal of a loyalty program designed to keep shoppers engaged. From a report: The world's largest e-commerce company on Monday gave its more than 150 mill.....»»
Tim Cook joins the billionaire club as Apple’s value climbs toward $2 trillion
Apple CEO Tim Cook has officially become a billionaire, according to a new report from Bloomberg today. The report cites an analysis of regulatory filings and acknowledges that Cook’s net worth “could be lower” if he’s made undisclosed chari.....»»
Apple found guilty in Russian antitrust investigation over parental control app removal
One of the issues Apple has seen antitrust scrutiny from governments around the world is the removal of third-party parental control apps. Now a Russian investigation that started last year has concluded that Apple abused its dominant market positio.....»»
New York City MTA asks Apple for help educating riders about using Face ID while wearing a mask
Apple has already taken steps to help improve the experience of using an iPhone with Face ID while wearing a mask. New York City’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority, however, has penned a letter directly to Apple CEO Tim Cook, calling on the c.....»»
OnePlus Nord can’t compete with the Pixel 4a in camera comparison
The OnePlus Nord has gotten quite a bit of attention lately thanks to its quad-camera that OnePlus claims can compete with flagship-tier devices. Now, the Nord has a new mid-range competitor which is here to give its cameras a run for their money .....»»
5 reasons to buy the Jackery Explorer 1000 Portable Power Station
Earlier this year, the Jackery Explorer 1000 was unveiled, and this is one of the most impressive portable power stations on the market. There are ports and plugs for just about everything you could want, making it the perfect companion for those wee.....»»
Compared: Apple"s AirPods Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus
Samsung launched the Galaxy Buds Live on Wednesday, its latest attempt to take on Apple's AirPods lineup, but how does it compare against the AirPods Pro? We take a look at the ANC-equipped wireless earphones.AirPods Pro and Galaxy Buds LiveThe Samsu.....»»
Apple joins tech companies in denouncing H-1B visa suspensions
Apple has joined a long list of tech companies in filing an amicus brief, one that claims an executive order suspending foreign work visas like the H-1B visa is does more harm to US workers and the economy than good.Apple CEO Tim Cook (right) with Pr.....»»
Apple CEO Tim Cook is now a billionaire
Apple CEO Tim Cook's personal net worth has recently crossed the $1 billion mark, per a new report citing regulatory filings and market estimates.Credit: AppleApple has more than doubled its revenue and profits since Cook took over for Steve Jobs in.....»»
2020 Hyundai Sonata Review: Smart Tech, Slick Style
2020 Hyundai Sonata Review: Smart Tech, Slick Style is a post by Josh Smith from Gotta Be Mobile. The 2020 Hyundai Sonata’s sleek lines, smart tech, and stylish interior make it one of the best sedans that you can buy. This is a car that can pa.....»»