Evan Selleck

Facebook pokes at Apple’s App Store Guidelines by instituting new creator subscription links

Evan Selleck ∙ November 3, 2021

Apple's App Store Guidelines are there for a reason. Whether or not that reason is justified, at least in some circumstances, remains a hot topic these days. Epic Games, for instance, does not approve of many aspects of those rules. And Facebook has gone on record of not being a fan of some of the things Apple has implemented for its digital storefront, either. And now the social network, now ruled by Meta, is here to poke the bear a bit.

Apple releases HomePod software 15.1.1

Evan Selleck ∙ November 3, 2021

It's a week for minor software updates, apparently. Following the release of tvOS 15.1.1 to the public, which included a variety of behind-the-scenes fixes but no major new features, Apple is back with an update for the HomePod and HomePod mini.

Apple’s first standalone original podcast is a crime story called ‘Hooked’

Evan Selleck ∙ November 3, 2021

Apple still holds a firm hold on the podcasts market in general, even as companies like Spotify try to take that crown on a regular basis. And while hosting a lot of different options is one way to go, most people know that original podcasts are yet another way to secure return listeners.

homeOS remains elusive, but appears again in a brand new Apple job listing

Evan Selleck ∙ November 3, 2021

It's been a bit of a busy years (going on a busy two years, honestly), so no one would blame you if you didn't remember that, at one point, it was rumored that Apple could be launching a brand new operating system in 2021. Or just rebranding an existing framework. Either way, "homeOS" was all the rage for a very short period of time, and now it's back to help stoke the rumor flame.

Apple may adopt two-stack OLED displays in future iPad Pro and MacBook Pro models

Evan Selleck ∙ November 3, 2021

Apple's transition to displays with mini-LED technology is only an interesting one if you follow the rumor mill. If you do, then you know that the expectation is that Apple, at some point in the relatively near future, is going to make another transition in its display technology usage. This one will be to OLED, a technology that a lot of people have been demanding for quite some time.

Matt Dillon and Rupert Friend join the cast of Apple TV+ series ‘High Desert’

Evan Selleck ∙ November 2, 2021

Last time we heard about High Desert, an upcoming comedy series for Apple TV+, it was September of 2020. But now, more than a year later and we actually have some new news to share on the upcoming show. And it's more people joining the cast.

Netflix Games launches with support for Android devices, but iOS support is in the works

Evan Selleck ∙ November 2, 2021

Back in July of this year, it was confirmed that Netflix had its eye set on jumping into the video game market. The company was making some hiring moves to justify the additional attention, and then, sure enough, before the end of that same month it confirmed that it would be supporting mobile games as part of a Netflix user's monthly subscription.

Apple will provide an iPhone XR as a loaner for lengthy repair times

Evan Selleck ∙ November 2, 2021

If you find yourself in a situation where your iPhone needs a repair, Apple is more than willing to help with that. Whether that means by forking over money up front, or handling the repair via AppleCare+. And while that's all well and good, sometimes the repair process can take some time. Which means you might need a loaner phone until the process is complete.

Meadowlark Media, started by two former ESPN colleagues, signs first-look deal with Apple TV+

Evan Selleck ∙ November 1, 2021

There was a time not too long ago when it seemed like Apple was signing new first-look deals with companies and creators on a regular basis. Things have cooled down quite a bit since then, on that front at least, but today revitalizes things a bit.

Apple releases tvOS 15.1.1, bringing the TV app, Siri and App Store to South Korea

Evan Selleck ∙ November 1, 2021

While Apple continues to work on the next big update for its mobile operating system (and iPadOS), the company has seen fit to release another minor update in the meantime. But this one's for its set-top boxes, the Apple TV HD and the Apple TV 4K, which is a small change of pace for Apple to say the least.

Eugene Levy will host ‘The Reluctant Traveler’ series for Apple TV+

Evan Selleck ∙ November 1, 2021

Are you looking to get your eyeballs in front of a brand new travel series? How about one starring Eugene Levy from Schitt's Creek? Well then you are in luck, because Apple TV+ is here to give you exactly what you want.

Apple’s extended holiday return policy is now live leading into early 2022

Evan Selleck ∙ November 1, 2021

Normally, Apple's return policy for the majority of the products the company sells is set at 14 days. There are some exceptions and caveats, but, for the most part, that's the hard and fast rule. That is until the holiday shopping season arrives. That's when Apple decides to extend the policy quite a bit, giving holiday gift givers and receivers some additional time.