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Apple’s head of privacy addresses concerns regarding the new Expanded Protections for Children
It should come as no surprise that Apple has had to go out of its way a bit to offer more context related to some of the newest features coming soon to its major platforms. With it being centered around child protections, but using some invasive efforts to get there, people are concerned the company might be overstepping. In an effort to assuage fears and concerns, Apple's tried to shine as much light on the new features as possible.
How to schedule messages in Slack for iPhone and Mac
Learn how to schedule a message in Slack for iPhone or Mac and for timely communication without disturbing your colleagues at odd hours.
Redesigned MacBook Air with mini-LED display and new color options coming in 2022
If the rumor mill is to be believed, Apple is gearing up for some major hardware redesigns for its MacBook lineup. We've been hearing about a redesigned MacBook Pro for quite some time, and a new MacBook Air is said to be on the way, too. And today, a legendary analyst is fanning the flames.
Twelve South launches the PlugBug Slim USB-C Charger with an ultra-thin design
You may have had to move some furniture to locate a wall socket. And you may have even run into an issue where space is at a premium, and a standard brick-in-the-wall is just too big. If you'd love a wall charger that helps you save some space, Twelve South just might have the perfect option.
Apple Pay will soon add support for Japan’s Nanaco and Waon prepaid cards
Apple Pay may support the Nanaco and Waon debit cards, Japan's popular payment cards, as soon as the iOS 15 software update launches this fall, according to a new report.
In addition to a portrait video mode, iPhone 13 could also support Apple’s ProRes codec
Aside from a previously rumored portrait video mode, this year's upcoming iPhone 13 models releasing in the fall are understood to also add support for Apple's ProRes video codec.
Apple is shutting down internal employee surveys regarding pay equity
Pay inequality is an important issue, and many employees across various companies believe they should be able to anonymously share information related to their pay with other employees. However, some companies aren't a fan of that idea, and it appears that Apple is one of them based on the company's actions.
Apple isn’t ruling out expanding new child safety features to third-party apps
Apple can make waves with all sorts of types of announcements. Take for example its recent unveiling of new Expanded Protections for Children. This is a suite of features, three in total, that are aimed at helping protect children from abuse and exploitation. It's also meant to give even more information and resources to those who might be at risk.
Briana Middleton joins Julianne Moore in Apple TV+ film ‘Sharper’
It's been a bit of time since we last heard about Sharper, an upcoming film from production company A24 heading to Apple TV+. Over a year, in fact. But today changes that, as news arrives that there's another member filling a lead role in the upcoming picture.
Vince Vaughn will star in new Apple TV+ drama series ‘Bad Monkey’ from writer Bill Lawrence
Another day, another new addition coming soon to Apple TV+. This time around its a new drama series, of which there are many on Apple's video streaming service.
Today, Apple TV+ announced that it has given a straight-to-series order for a new show entitled Bad Monkey. The new series is already set to star Vince Vaughn (Freaky), and it is written by Bill Lawrence (Ted Lasso). Vaughn is also serving as an executive producer on the project. Lawrence is another EP as well.
Apple issues new FAQ regarding photo scanning in its Expanded Protections for Children
Early today, Apple released a dedicated frequently asked questions (FAQ) document regarding Expanded Protections for Children. This is the company's new initiative to help protect children against exploitation and abuse. While the intentions are good, it has ruffled a lot of feathers. Especially regarding one feature in the new protections.