Netflix is testing how to bypass iTunes billing
Netflix is apparently looking into ways to boost revenue by bypassing iTunes billing, including handling future subscription payments from Apple users through its website.
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How to use Mac content caching to save bandwidth, speed up iCloud access & more
Content caching reduces bandwidth usage and speeds up downloads on supported iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple TV devices by storing updates, apps and other content on your designated computer. Here’s how to set up and use content caching in macOS.
Dutch users gain iDEAL support for buying apps, media & subscriptions with local banks
iDeal, a Dutch-only online payment service, can now be used to purchase iTunes credit and use it to cover app and media purchases made in App and iTunes Stores in The Netherlands.
You can no longer update iTunes payment info on old iOS, macOS and tvOS versions
Apple’s made changes to the iTunes billing system that may prevent some folks on outdated system software from editing their payment method or accessing App and iTunes Stores.
iTunes carrier billing expands to UK’s EE, Germany’s Telekom, Orange in France & Spain
Customers in Germany, the United Kingdom, France and Spain can now take advantage of iTunes carrier billing as more carriers now support this handy feature.
Apple lists all the audio sources supported on HomePod
Are you confused about what HomePod can and can’t play? If so, Apple has now updated HomePod’s technical specifications with a handy list of all the audio sources that the Siri-powered wireless speaker supports out of the box.
HomePod can play purchased iTunes music, stream Beats 1 & listen to podcasts without Apple Music subscription
While an Apple Music subscription is required for full music functionality, HomePod does let you play your purchased music from iTunes Store, as well as stream the Beats 1 radio station and listen to your favorite podcasts for free.
Rewind 2017: Apple reveals most popular apps, music, movies & more
Apple today revealed 2017’s most popular apps, music, movies and more.
How to buy apps with iPhone X using Face ID
You can use Face ID to authenticate purchases in iTunes Store, App Store and iBooks Store with a glance, here’s how.
Apple acknowledges that ten iCloud services are currently plagued with intermittent issues
It’s not just you—Apple is having some significant problems with various iCloud services.
iTunes movie rental window in the US expands from 24 to 48 hours
The change has finally brought the iTunes rental window in the United States in line with the rest of the world.
4K movies from iTunes can be streamed but not downloaded locally
You can download a local copy of a high-definition 1080p movie, just like you would before. However, 4K content from iTunes Store can only be streamed, not downloaded.