Apple is launching a new mentorship program, this one tuned specifically for college students. And not just any college students, either. This one's meant for first-generation students setting off to school.
Technically speaking, the new AirPods Max, which retail for $549, come with a "Smart Case" inside the box. However, that case has basically been the only reason some reviewers have given the new over-ear, premium headphones any negative marks. So some third-party companies are already offering up alternatives.
Earlier this month, Apple released the 14.3 software update for the HomePod and HomePod mini. At the time, it didn't appear that the new software added any truly noteworthy to the smart speakers. However, turns out Apple added one new thing, at least.
Right now, Spotify is the primary way to listen to music when using streaming services in a Tesla, with no alternative options officially supported in the infotainment system. However, a recent software update appears to indicate the company behind the popular electric automobile lineup is working on adding support for other streaming services, including Apple's.
It has been a bit of a rollercoaster for owners of 2018 LG-branded smart TVs when it comes to AirPlay 2 and HomeKit support. But, months after initially canceling plans to add the new features for older smart TVs, the update is now rolling out.
Apple's focus on privacy and user security continues to evolve, and sometimes that butts heads with other major companies out there. For instance, the companies who have built their business on gathering as much data as possible might not be happy with Apple's upcoming privacy-focused feature in iOS 14, which allows users to set limits on which apps can track them across other services and apps.
It's hard to argue with the power of an Apple rumor. Even if nothing ever comes of it --remember the Apple TV set?-- the market usually starts to expect its arrival anyway. And, of course, CEOs of other companies that might have to start competing with Apple directly are asked whether or not they're ready for the competition.
Before 2020 closes out, we get to hear some pretty surprising information from none other than Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla. According to the chief executive, he reached out to another executive at another company in an effort to see about a potential acquisition of the electric automobile company. Turns out? Tim Cook of Apple didn't even take the meeting.
Before Apple went ahead and unveiled the new AirPods Max, it was rumored the company could launch a new, upgraded Apple TV before the end of 2020. That didn't pan out, so all eyes are turned to 2021, where Apple could finally upgrade the set- top box in some worthwhile ways.
The M1 Mac lineup is brand new, both for Apple and consumers. So of course some folks out there want to test the limits of what Apple's first-party processor can do. Emulation is one way to do that, and one developer has found a way to emulate Nintendo Switch games on Apple's new hardware.
...And that's okay. Bill Lawrence (Ted Lasso, Scrubs) recently sat down for a chat with some podcast hosts to discuss shows like Ted Lasso and The Mandalorian (two huge hits in their own right), and divulged that the former of the two may only have a limited run compared to the latter.
"Free Fortnite" is the rallying cry Epic Games has been calling out for months now, trying to get people to listen to their demands. Apple (and Google) pulled the massively popular battle royale game Fortnite from their digital storefronts earlier this year (due to actions on Epic Games' part), and, ever since, Epic Games has been trying to force Apple and Google's hands to get the game back on those platforms.