macOS Mojave has several features that tighten security, including an improved Gatekeeper feature that enforces code signing and verifies downloaded apps before allowing them to run. Today, Apple issued a reminder to developers to get their Mac software notarized so customers have increased confidence that it's not known malware.
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App bundles set to launch on Mac App Store
The iOS App Store began accepting bundles in 2014. Nearly five years later, the option is finally coming to Mac. On Tuesday, Apple announced it would soon begin accepting app bundles for the Mac App Store. The news was posted on its developer page.Â
Top selling Mac App Store app found to send user browser data to Chinese servers without permission [update: app now removed]
Adware Doctor for Mac is the No. 1 paid utility app on the Mac App Store. It's also logging browser history of users without their permission and sending it to a service in China, according to ThreatPost.
Netflix is testing how to bypass iTunes billing
Streaming giant Netflix is reportedly looking into ways to break free from Apple's revenue sharing scheme by bypassing iTunes billing altogether.
How to use Mac content caching to save bandwidth, speed up iCloud access & more
Mac content caching cuts down your Internet data usage and accelerates downloads on iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch and Apple TV dramatically. Here's how to set up and use this feature to avoid repeated downloads and reduce bandwidth usage.
Dutch users gain iDEAL support for buying apps, media & subscriptions with local banks
As of recently, Dutch customers have been able to use the IDEAL payment method for Apple IDs to increase their balance through local banks in order to cover their app, media and subscription purchases with their iTunes credit instead of a credit or debit card.
You can no longer update iTunes payment info on old iOS, macOS and tvOS versions
A payment security update that goes into effect Saturday, June 30, 2018, will prohibit Apple customers who are on older editions of the iOS, macOS, tvOS or watchOS software from updating their Apple ID payment information used for iTunes and App Stores.
Kiwi for Gmail makes using email an even better experience on Mac
With Kiwi for Gmail, you can experience your favorite Google products outside of the browser. In doing so, accessing these services has never been easier. Here’s a look at why you should use this third-party app on your Mac.
The new Mac App Store in macOS Mojave feels comfortably familiar
When the macOS Mojave Mac App Store arrives this fall, it will look familiar. It's almost identical to the iOS App Store and yes, this is a good thing. Here's a quick look at the redesign.Â
Mac App Store gaining new look and tools in macOS Mojave
Apple unveiled a new Mac App Store in macOS Mojave. The update, the first for the MAS since it was first launched, should be more useful to use. A lot of the features are coming over from the iOS App Store.
The new store offers a Ratings and Reviews API for Mac apps. There's also a Create tab, as well as video previews. Apple also announced that Microsoft Office 360 would be coming to the MAS this year.Â
Unhappy with App Store, a group of developers advocates for free trials and better revenue split
Friday, a group of developers penned an open letter to Apple demanding that the Cupertino technology giant make long-requested changes to App Store and Mac App Store in order to help full-time programmers make a better living as independent app makers.
iTunes carrier billing expands to UK’s EE, Germany’s Telekom, Orange in France & Spain
Joining standard payment methods accepted on Apple's content stores—such as Paypal, plastic money and iTunes credit—customers in some European countries can now have their app and media purchases charged to a monthly mobile phone bill from their carrier.