Senators ask Apple, Google to stop collecting data that could identify abortion seekers
After a leaked opinion draft indicated that the Supreme Court plans to overturn Roe V. Wade, U.S. lawmakers have asked Apple and Google to help safeguard data that could be used against those seeking abortions.On Friday, senators sent a letter to bot.....»»
Why Apple (still) shouldn’t make a streaming device for cheapskates
Apple already has low-cost hardware. It's called Roku and Fire TV and Chromecast......»»
It sounds mad, but a new 12-inch MacBook might actually work
Apple’s 12-inch MacBook could be making a comeback, and that might be a great idea. But there are a few major problems Apple has to fix this time around......»»
Google closes data loophole amid privacy fears over abortion ruling
Developers’ ability to see which other apps are installed on people’s phones restricted. Enlarge (credit: Lari Bat | Getty Images) Google is closing a loophole that has allowed thousands of companies to monitor and sell s.....»»
Toyota Indonesia in "luckier conditions" amid chip shortages
Toyota's official data showed that the Japanese carmaker missed its global production target in May. However, Toyota's production in Indonesia seems to be in "luckier conditions," the marketing director at Toyota Indonesia was cited by Indonesian-lan.....»»
Google considering having future Pixel phones made in Vietnam
Google, which is having a majority of its Pixel 6 smartphone made in China, is considering shifting orders for its future phones to its manufacturing partners' plants in Vietnam to avoid the risks from the ongoing US-China trade tensions and China's.....»»
The wearable tech revolution won’t look like the Apple Watch
Smart ring maker Movano sees wearable tech entering a period of evolution, and we spoke to the firm's VP of Strategy to understand what's coming next......»»
Why the Pixel 5 (not the Pixel 6) is my favorite Google phone in 2022
The Pixel 6 is Google's latest Pixel flagship, and the Pixel 7 will be here soon. But the Pixel 5 remains my go-to Google handset......»»
Will Apple lead global supply chain to grow again with new product offering?
Apple CEO Tim Cook has been hinting at Apple's work on augmented reality (AR) in an interview with media, telling fans to "stay tuned" and see what they have to offer. Something is already in the making, is it? Then observations from suppliers of App.....»»
Apple supply chain sees growing presence of Chinese makers
The growing presence of Chinese manufacturers in the supply chains for Apple devices will not necessarily promise profits from their assembly services, and it remains to be seen whether the Chinese makers can fully replace their Taiwanese peers in pr.....»»
Best iPhone deals and sales for July 2022
Apple devices can get pricey, but don't despair: Here's an up-to-date list of the best iPhone deals available......»»
Stop worrying so much about benchmarks when buying a new GPU
It all comes down to performance when picking your next graphics card, right? Not exactly. Here's how GPU benchmarks can mislead upgrades......»»
The weekend’s best deals: Apple TV 4K, OLED TVs, MacBook Pros, and more
Dealmaster also includes Google's Chromecast, PS5 games, and Sonos speakers. Enlarge (credit: Ars Technica) It's the weekend, which means the time has come for another Dealmaster. Our latest roundup of the best tech deals from.....»»
Why I still use Microsoft’s Office suite instead of Google’s free options
Why would choose to pay for Microsoft Office when you can use Google’s productivity suite for free? Here are my reasons along with features that seal the deal......»»
WirelessCar aims to speed development of connected-vehicle features
WirelessCar's ongoing work with Polestar showcases trip-specific and fleet-wide use cases of new features that rely on connected-vehicle data......»»
What’s new on Apple TV+ this month (July 2022)
If you're in the mood for some elevated cinema and episodic content, look no further than Apple TV+. Here's everything coming to the platform this July......»»
M2 MacBook Pro Can Hit 108C At Full Throttle
It's not looking good for Apple's first M2-based laptop. First it was reported it has a slower SSD than the M1 version, now it seems like it has worse thermals too. The post M2 MacBook Pro Can Hit 108C At Full Thr.....»»
Apple’s Entry-Level M2 MacBook Pro Turns Into a Celeron Under Heavy Load
Apple's new entry-level M2 MacBook Pro has a secret. When you actually try to use it for work, it turns into a much worse CPU. The post Apple’s Entry-Level M2 MacBook Pro Turns Into a Celeron Under Heavy Loa.....»»
The best movies on Apple TV+ right now (July 2022)
Apple TV+ is home to a small but powerful selection of top-notch movies, with a number of prolific talents both behind the camera and on-screen......»»
Online abortion pill interest soars after the demise of Roe v. Wade
With safe, legal abortion access in the United States being restricted in numerous states after last week's Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, abortion-seekers are increasingly turning to online resources to seek medical care......»»
M2 MacBook Pro Can Hit 108C Under Full Load
It's not looking good for Apple's first M2-based laptop. First it was reported it has a slower SSD than the M1 version, now it seems like it has worse thermals too. The post M2 MacBook Pro Can Hit 108C Under Full.....»»