iOS 17.5 Adds New ‘Quartiles’ Word Game for Apple News+ Subscribers

While the first iOS 17.5 beta is slim on new features, there is one fun addition for Apple News+ subscribers: a daily word game called Quartiles. Quartiles tasks you with combining tiles to form words and earn points. Each puzzle starts with a grid of 20 tiles, and words can be formed with one to […]

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Is Apple News+ on the Decline?

There have been ways to aggregate news, articles, and general content on the internet for years. It’s never been much of a problem to find particular information, especially with search engines, but some people want a more streamlined feed where they can digest information tailored to them whenever they want. Social media websites have transformed […]

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What Is the Apple China Controversy?

Apple is huge in China, which is understandable seeing as the nation has been the fastest-growing economy for decades. With a growing economy, companies can tap into large demographics that didn’t have the ability to purchase goods that were considered luxuries. Apple took full advantage of this opportunity, and the tech company has become commonplace […]

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Elon Musk iPhone Alternative: Will It Really Happen?

If you’ve been on the internet for the past few weeks, you have surely heard about Elon Musk taking over Twitter and conjuring up a storm. Whether you love him or hate him, it’s undeniable that Elon Musk is stirring up controversy after controversy with his tweets and how he’s running his newly acquired company. […]

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iPhone Workers Quit En-Masse: What Does It Mean?

It’s no secret that Apple has harnessed China’s manufacturing prowess for quite some time, as is the case with most major companies in the world. It seemed that all was well and good, seeing as the West and the East had a relatively symbiotic trade relationship with each other, despite any politics and grandstanding that […]

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USB-C vs. Lightning Cable: What’s the Difference?

Tech consumers and enthusiasts have always felt aggravated that Apple was the only company that seemed to go against the status quo and make it as difficult as possible for those with devices from other companies to use Apple products. This is a well-known marketing and branding phenomenon, but it doesn’t make it any less […]

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Are Airlines Banning AirTags?

AirTags are certainly an Apple product that’s gone under most people’s radars. It’s not flashy like a new iPhone or as versatile as an iPad, but the AirTag is definitely an accessory we recommend you consider picking up if you travel frequently. During the COVID-19 pandemic, we saw a huge increase in lost baggage around […]

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Apple Has Begun to Put More Ads in the App Store

The App Store has always been one of Apple’s most popular platforms, as it’s been on iOS devices since the inception of the smartphone. There have been countless timeless classics to emerge from the App Store, with games like Fruit Ninja and Flappy Bird, dating apps that changed digital social life, major social media networks […]

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4 Features That Might Disappear from iPhone and Mac Forever

Apple has evolved greatly over the years, from focusing on consumer computers in the 90s and 00s to becoming a tech powerhouse with its tendrils in various niches. Someone who used the older iPhone models would probably be shocked to see what they’ve become today – can you imagine now having the ability to charge […]

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iPadOS 16: What’s New With Apple News?

Apple News is many users’ go-to place to find out about what’s going on in the world. But in recent years, it’s been a tricky place to find the latest information about the world’s major sporting leagues. In iPadOS 16, however, that is all about to change. Related Reading: Apple has made several changes to […]

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Offensive Apple News Notifications Sent to Fast Company Followers After Website Hacked

Apple was forced to disable Fast Company‘s Apple News account overnight after hackers gained control of it and sent two offensive push notifications to the channel’s followers. Tweeting from its Apple News Twitter account, Apple said it had disabled Fast Company‘s channel following the “incredible offensive alert” that its subscribers had received on their Apple […]

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Apple News Rolls Out Local News Coverage in Canada

Apple News has rolled out local news coverage in Canada, according to Apple blogger and YouTuber Rene Ritchie. The first local news content will be available in Toronto and Montreal and will feature coverage from CTV News, Toronto Star, La Presse, Narcity, and other news outlets. The move follows similar local news coverage expansions last […]

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Apple News Rolls Out Local News Coverage in Canada

Apple News has rolled out local news coverage in Canada, according to Apple blogger and YouTuber Rene Ritchie. The first local news content will be available in Toronto and Montreal and will feature coverage from CTV News, Toronto Star, La Presse, Narcity, and other news outlets. The move follows similar local news coverage expansions last […]

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Sports Scores and Favorite Team Selection Likely Coming to Apple News App

Apple is planning to expand the sports content available in its Apple News app, based on code MacRumors found in the first beta of iOS 15.4. To offer a more tailored news experience, users will be able to select their preferred sports leagues and their favorite teams, with Apple then providing the appropriate news. Code […]

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Apple News+ Offering Three-Month Free Trial for New Subscribers Through Cyber Monday

Friday November 26, 2021 2:58 am PST by Sami Fathi Apple News+ is offering new subscribers an extended three-month free trial of its service through Cyber Monday, an increase from the normal one-month trial offered to new subscribers, the service announced on Apple’s website and on Twitter. The new offer will only be offered to […]

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Publishers Who Adopt Apple News Now Qualify for Reduced Commission on In-App Subscriptions

Major U.S. Publishers Join Coalition for App Fairness A group of major U.S. news publishers have joined the Coalition for App Fairness, a collaborative organization set up to highlight issues with Apple, mainly from developers (via TechCrunch). Digital Content Next, which represents the AP, The New York Times, NPR, ESPN, Vox, The Washington Post, Meredith, […]

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Apple News Gaining Apple Music Editorial Content

Apple Announces Redesigned iMac With M1 Chip and Seven Color Options Apple has announced a new, redesigned 24-inch iMac, featuring an M1 chip, a 4.5K display, and a range of color options, as well as an improved cooling system, front-facing camera, speaker system, microphones, power connector, and peripherals. The new iMac features a completely new […]

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Apple News+ Offering Extended Three-Month Free Trial Through Monday

Apple Black Friday 2020: Best iPad Deals Although we’re still a few days away from the official launch of Black Friday, we’ve known for a few weeks that many retailers would be kicking off discounts ahead of November 27. Because of this trend, today we’re tracking discounts across Apple’s lineup of iPads, including the 10.2-inch […]

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Apple One is Now Available: Save Money by Bundling Apple Music, iCloud Storage, Apple TV+, Apple Arcade, and More

Apple One bundles are now available in the United States and over 100 other countries, allowing customers to subscribe to multiple Apple services through a single plan, including Apple Music, Apple TV+, Apple Arcade, iCloud, and more. To sign up for Apple One on an iPhone: Open Settings App Tap on Your Name at the […]

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