Apple

Apple halts downgrades to iOS 14.4 after releasing iOS 14.4.1

Anthony Bouchard ∙ March 19, 2021

Apple released iOS & iPadOS 14.4.1 last Monday alongside similar updates for macOS and watchOS with security vulnerability patches. But as many already know with Apple’s rather frequent software updates, it’s never long after a release before the company stops signing the previous version of its mobile operating system(s).

Such is the case with iOS & iPadOS 14.4, which Apple stopped officially signing just this evening. This move on the Cupertino-based tech giant’s part means that iPhone, iPad, and even iPod touch users will no longer be able to downgrade their firmware from iOS or iPadOS 14.4.1 to the older iOS or iPadOS 14.4 release.

The iMac Pro is now officially discontinued

Evan Selleck ∙ March 19, 2021

It's been a bit of a rollercoaster for the iMac Pro in its last few weeks of life. But, with March about ready to wrap up, it looks like the final nail is in the coffin for the powerful desktop machine.

Beats collaborating with FaZe Clan for new Powerbeats Pro launching March 22

Evan Selleck ∙ March 19, 2021

Beats by Dre, owned by Apple, is no stranger to teaming up with the professional esports organization FaZe Clan. And now the two are back with a new collaboration.

Apple Music personal radio stations get more generic, uniform artwork

Evan Selleck ∙ March 19, 2021

With a personalized radio station, Apple Music typically utilizes an individual user's profile picture for the cover artwork. But it looks like Apple's decided to go a different route now.

Apple’s mixed reality headset could sport an advanced eye-tracking system, iris recognition

Christian Zibreg ∙ March 19, 2021

Apple could launch a mixed reality headset in 2022, with a new report claiming the rumored device would feature a sophisticated user-friendly system to precisely track the user's gaze.

Facebook confirms it’s building a version of Instagram for kids under 13

Christian Zibreg ∙ March 19, 2021

Facebook has confirmed that it is “exploring” building a version of Instagram for children because many kids under the age of 13 are interested in joining the photo-sharing platform.

Intel adds a website to its new ‘PC vs Mac’ ad campaign

Evan Selleck ∙ March 18, 2021

In January of this year, Intel announced that its CEO at the time, Bob Swan, would be stepping down. The company was on shaky ground, for a variety of reasons, and a shakeup at the top was seen as a way to get things back on a right path. That probably hasn't happened quite yet, but that isn't stopping the company from leaning into some anti-Apple marketing.

Vera Farmiga set to star in Apple TV+ limited series ‘Five Days at Memorial’

Evan Selleck ∙ March 18, 2021

News first broke about Apple TV+ landing the limited series Five Days at Memorial late last year. At the time we didn't know who would be starring in the upcoming show, only part of the creative team bringing it to screens in the future. And now we know who's set to star.

Security researchers discover ‘XcodeSpy’ malware targeting developers

Evan Selleck ∙ March 18, 2021

Hot on the heels of a report detailing a surge in malware being developed for macOS, a new one has been discovered that's specifically targeting developers.

Twitter is testing watching YouTube videos in the timeline without leaving the iOS app

Christian Zibreg ∙ Updated July 27, 2021

Twitter has kicked off a new test with a small selection of its user base which, if successful, would let you watch YouTube videos in-line, without leaving the company's official iOS app.

Tim Cook says he ‘can’t wait’ for in-person work to resume to boost collaboration

Evan Selleck ∙ March 18, 2021

With so many lockdowns going into effect last year, working from home became essential. Tech companies, like Apple, were some of the first to implement plans to make that possible. But, at least one CEO believes in-person work is still essential, and hopes it comes back soon.

Maya Rudolph will star in a new comedy series for Apple TV+ from Alan Yang and Matt Hubbard

Evan Selleck ∙ March 18, 2021

Apple has a lot of projects in the works for Apple TV+, and now it has yet another. This time around it's a comedy series, which will star an Emmy Award winner.