As the launch of iPhone 14 comes closer, Foxconn Technology Group’s largest iPhone factory is going on a hiring spree. Located in Zhengzhou in China, Foxconn is offering hiring bonuses to new workers as they prep for production of Apple’s upcoming iPhone 14.
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Today at Apple session showcases making GIFs with Keynote [Video]
Do you love to create artwork on iPad? Well, the latest Today at Apple session on YouTube shows you how to make GIFs with Apple’s Keynote app.
Expand Expanding CloseApple Music Live continuing concert streaming with Lil Durk on Wednesday
Throughout the summer season, Apple has been livestreaming concerts through Apple Music Live. The service kicked off with Harry Styles in May, and this month Chicago MC Lil Durk is taking the spotlight live from Los Angeles.
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While we’ve all heard horror stories of someone losing a phone, we don’t usually hear any happy endings. However, one British man found himself reunited with his lost iPhone 10 months after dropping it in a river, according to BBC.
Expand Expanding CloseHidrateSpark iOS app deep dive: Is a smart water bottle worth it?
Sold at Apple Stores, the HidrateSpark PRO STEEL is a smart water bottle designed to remind you to drink more water. On the bottom of the bottle, there is a sensor puck that tracks your water intake and uses Bluetooth to sync your information with the HidrateSpark app.
Expand Expanding CloseBest shows and movies to watch on Apple TV+ this summer
Summer is quickly approaching for those of us in the Northern Hemisphere, and Apple TV+ subscribers have access to more streaming content than ever. There have been so many new shows, seasons, and movies released lately – let’s check out what you should watch this summer season on Apple TV+.
Expand Expanding CloseApple highlights artist celebrating Juneteenth through iPad Pro
Juneteenth is almost here, and Apple is highlighting the event with a new press release showcasing the work of illustrator, comic creator, and scholar Ajuan Mance. In celebration of the upcoming holiday, Mance is revisiting drawings she’s previously created with iPad Pro and Apple Pencil, titled “The Ancestors’ Juneteenth.”
Expand Expanding CloseNew privacy controls for profile photos and ‘Last Seen’ status come to WhatsApp for iOS
WhatsApp is releasing new privacy controls for Profile Photos, About sections, and “Last Seen” status, according to a company tweet. While the beta was out a couple months ago, the feature is now rolling out to all users.
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Microsoft is working to make your and your family’s online experience safer. Today the company is launching its new Defender security dashboard for 365 subscribers. Users on iPhone, Mac, Windows, and Android devices have access to the Microsoft Defender security app that utilizes existing antivirus software or other protections.
Expand Expanding CloseApple missing from major tech giants agreeing to new EU rules fighting disinformation
Major tech companies like Meta, Microsoft, Google, Twitter, and others have agreed to new EU rules combating false information online. However, Apple is missing from the list of 33 tech firms aiming to help the EU fight disinformation.
Expand Expanding CloseVictim advocate calls on Apple to rethink how its iMessage edit feature works [U]
At the WWDC 2022 opening keynote last week, Apple shared new features coming to iMessage in iOS 16. One of the most notable features is the ability to edit and “unsend” iMessages on your iPhone after they are sent. With that comes questions on potential dangers for victims of sexual harassment and assault.
Expand Expanding CloseApple Camp 2022 sessions return to retail stores worldwide, register now
Apple is bringing back free community programming to retail locations worldwide. Apple Camp is returning to Apple Stores, bringing free sessions to children and families each week from June 20 to August 31.
Expand Expanding CloseApple opens registration for professional learning virtual conferences with iPad
Interested in some professional learning this summer? Do you own an iPad? Apple is hosting a series of free, virtual, hands-on professional learning experiences on iPad starting this week.
Expand Expanding CloseCha Cha Real Smooth premiering in select theaters and Apple TV+ this Friday, June 17
Apple Original Films hosted the premiere of Cha Cha Real Smooth at the Tribeca Festival. The Sundance Audience Award-winning film will debut in select US theaters and on Apple TV+ on June 17.
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Microsoft is looking to pack some fun into your meetings. Currently, the company is working on bringing games to its Microsoft Teams video calling service. Sources tell The Verge that the company is testing iconic games like Solitaire, Connect 4, and Wordament on its platform.
Expand Expanding CloseSome Sonos buyers were sent extra speakers they didn’t order and got charged for them, too
Smart speaker maker Sonos has accidentally shipped customers more than what they ordered, according The Verge. In addition to sending extra speakers, the company has charged for these products and wants them sent back. While Sonos is refunding the incorrect charges, customers want a discount for putting up with the inconvenience.
Expand Expanding CloseDisney+ coming to over 40 new countries across Europe, Africa, and Asia
Disney+ is aiming to bring the magic of its shows and films to users across the globe. This week, the hit streaming service is launching in 42 new new countries and 11 new territories, according to Variety.
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Instagram is gradually becoming a safer place for teens and is giving new tools for parents to have control over their child’s experience. With that, Meta is unveiling new parental supervision features on Instagram, according to a company blog post today.
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Adobe wants you to use Photoshop, even if that means making a version of the popular program free. Right now, the company is testing a free-to-use version of Photoshop on the web in Canada, according to The Verge.
Expand Expanding CloseSwitching from Android to iPhone becomes easier with WhatsApp’s ‘Move to iOS’ integration
It’s now easier than ever to keep your WhatsApp history when switching from Android to iOS. WhatsApp’s new beta adds a feature to help you move your conversations over as part of Apple’s Move to iOS app. Prior to this beta, users switching from Android to iPhone had to give up their WhatsApp conversation histories.
Expand Expanding CloseApple opening pre-orders for M2 MacBook Pro on Friday ahead of redesigned MacBook Air launch
Pre-orders begin this Friday, June 17 at 5 a.m. PT for the 13-inch M2 MacBook Pro. You can shop for the device on apple.com, the Apple Store app, and through Apple Authorized Resellers. Orders will start arriving to customers around the world on Friday, June 24.
Expand Expanding CloseWebex enhances meetings with Move to Mobile feature for seamlessly moving from desktop to iPhone and CarPlay
With more employers transitioning to hybrid work comes more ways to stay connected while on the go. Today, Webex announced its new feature, Move to Mobile, for Apple CarPlay.
Expand Expanding ClosePSA: Last chance to browse using Microsoft’s Internet Explorer is this week
It’s time to get nostalgic as Microsoft’s Internet Explorer browser is officially retiring after 27 years. The tech giant has officially announced the end to the browser we knew (and some loved) for nearly three decades. You have a few more days to use Internet Explorer 11 until it retires on June 15, 2022.
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Spotify has been constantly bringing new features to its platform, as a way to stand out against competitors like Apple Music. Today, the company announced its acquisition of Sonantic, an AI Voice Platform that creates realistic voices from text. As Spotify invests in AI, this can create some long-term changes to the popular music and podcast streaming platform.
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