Arizona Senate Declines to Vote on App Store Payments Bill

Arizona lawmakers on Wednesday did not vote on — or discuss — a hotly contested bill that sought to allow third-party payment systems on app stores run by Apple and Google, with one outspoken critic claiming Apple brokered a "backroom deal" to quash the legislation before it reached the floor.The Arizona Senate was scheduled to debate and vote on an amendment to Arizona HB2005 today, but the action waspassed overwithout explanation, reportsThe Verge.Earlier this month, Arizona's House of Representatives passed HB2005, sending the bill to the state Senate for discussion and potential enactment. The legislation prohibits companies managing large app stores, like Apple'sApp Store, from forcing developers to use one type of in-app payment system. Directed at Apple and Google, which foist first-party methods on app purveyors, the bill also bans said app store custodians from retaliating against app makers who use third-party systems.Apple and Google reportedlylobbied har...

Apple Shares 'Fumble' Ad Highlighting iPhone 12 Ceramic Shield

All of the ‌iPhone 12‌ models feature Ceramic Shield OLED displays, which Apple says offers four times better drop protection than was available with prior ‌iPhone‌ models.

Intel Wants to Manufacture Apple Silicon

Intel will soon be cut out of Apple's processor supply chain as the tech giant moves to in-house silicon designs for Mac.

iOS 14.5 Beta Code Hints at Upcoming ‘A14X’ Processor Destined for iPad Pro

The iOS 14.5 beta seeded today reveals a hint at the oft-rumored A14X processor, which may be destined for the equally as rumored iPad Pro refresh.

After Anti-M1 Ads, Intel Wants to Make Future Apple Silicon Chips

Apple in November started releasing Macs with Apple-designedM1chips, and the Apple silicon technology will eventually replace all the Intel chips that Apple has used in its Mac lineup for years.Intel appears to be having a difficult time with Apple's transition. Last week, the company launchedan anti-M1 Mac ad campaignstarring Justin Long, and now, Intel is pinning its hopes on manufacturing Apple silicon chips for Apple in the future.Intel CEO Pat Gelsingertoday shared some detailson Intel's future plans, which includes the founding of a separate "Intel Foundry Services" business and two new chip factories that are being built in Arizona. Going forward, Intel wants to become a major provider of foundry capacity in the United States and Europe, manufacturing chips for other companies.It's really funny to hear Pat Gelsinger at#IntelUnleashedname drop potential collaboration with Apple on the new foundry business after Intel spent the last week on an ill-advised ad ...

Apple Releases Fifth Betas of iOS 14.5, iPadOS 14.5, tvOS 14.5, watchOS 7.4

Apple is now on its fifth round of developer betas for the current cycle, with new builds of iOS 14.5, iPadOS 14.5, tvOS 14.5, and watchOS 7.4 available for testing by developers.

Kuo: Apple Headset to Have Ultra-short Focal Length Lenses and Weigh Less Than 150 Grams

The analyst believes that the new Apple-built headset will weigh less than 150 grams.

Angry MacBook Owners Get Class Action Status for Butterfly Keyboard Suit

The suit says Apple knew its thinner keyboard was rotten.

Samsung to Start Making LTPO OLED Displays for Apple in First Half of 2021

Samsung is planning to begin making low-temperature polycrystalline oxide (LTPO) thin-film transistor (TFT) OLED displays for Apple beginning in the first half of 2021, according to a new note by research firm UBI Research shared byThe Elec.Samsung plans to convert its current low-temperature polycrystalline silicon (LTPS) TFT OLED display manufacturing for the new technology as Apple prepares to incorporate LTPO into itsiPhone 13displays.LTPO displays use less power than standard OLED displays and will allow Apple to implement the 120Hz refresh rates that are rumored for the ‌iPhone 13‌ lineup.The Elecsays that Apple will use LTPO TFT OLED panels for the higher-tieriPhonemodels launching in 2021, which will be provided by Samsung. LG Display will be providing standard LTPS TFT OLED panels for the lower-end models.This is in linewith rumorsthat suggest Apple's higher-end ‌iPhone 13‌ Pro and Pro Max will feature faster 120Hz refresh rates, enablingiPadPro-like ProMotion technolo...

iMac Pro Officially Discontinued, Removed From Apple's Site and No Longer Available for Purchase

The iMac Pro is no longer available for purchase from the online Apple Store.

Apple Stops Signing iOS 14.4 Following Release of iOS 14.4.1

Apple on Friday stopped signing code for iOS 14.4, just a couple weeks after the release of the iOS 14.4.1 point update earlier in March.

Brazil Regulator Fines Apple $2 Million for not Including Chargers With iPhone 12

Apple announced last October that it would stop including chargers in iPhone boxes.

iPad Pro With Thunderbolt and Mini-LED Display Coming 'As Early As April'

New iPad Pro with 'A14X' chip and Thunderbolt to arrive as soon as April.

Intel is Now Making 'Mac Versus PC' Ads With Justin Long

Intel has cast former "I'm a Mac" actor Justin Long in a series of new ads, as the chip-maker faces the threat of Apple Silicon Macs.

Apple Event Predicted for April, not March 23

After crossing the expected invitation window, Jon Prosser has announced that the Apple event will be in April, not March.

Apple Watch, AirPods Continued to Dominate Wearables Market in Q4 2020

Apple continues to dominate the wearables industry, with both the AirPods and Apple Watch leading industry shipments.

Apple Working on Custom Notifications to Promote its Services Through NFC Tags in Retail Stores

Apple has begun offering a new way for customers to discover its subscription services through QR codes and NFC tags.

Some iPhone 11 and iPhone 12 Models Losing Color From Aluminum Body

Some iPhone 12 models have been losing color from their aluminum chassis, according to a new report from Svetapple.sk.

iPhone 12 5G Speeds Lag Behind Android Rivals, Report Says

A new report suggests that 5G performance on the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro lineups lag many of their Android-based competitors.

Apple Discontinues Full-Sized HomePod to Focus on HomePod Mini

Apple Discontinues Full-Sized HomePod to Focus on HomePod Mini.

Apple Promotes iPhone 12 'Ceramic Shield' Display In New 'Cook' Ad

Apple is promoting the durability and water resistance of the iPhone 12 in new ads.

Apple AirPods 3 Not Launching Until Q3, Says Ming-Chi Kuo

Ming-Chi Kuo this morning said that new AirPods will not enter mass production until the third quarter of 2021.

Apple Launches All-in-One Web Page With Privacy Labels for Its Own Apps

Apple today updated its privacy website with a new "Labels" section that brings privacy labels for all of Apple's apps together.

Apple Patent Reveals Smart Ring System for AR, VR, and MR Applications

Apple relating to its smart ring project, which could be used with AR, VR, and MR applications.