Coastal flooding could put 20 percent of global GDP at peril

Scientists state that climate change-caused coastal flooding may have a marked effect on the global gross domestic product (GDP) silkenphotos/Depositphotos VIEW 1 IMAGES   A new study claims that in the next 80 years, the global land area exposed to coastal flooding as a result of climate change is set to increase by roughly 50 … Continue reading Coastal flooding could put 20 percent of global GDP at peril Continue Reading

Google One app gains new storage manager, iOS version on the way

  Google announced the launch of a new Google One app for iOS, which is set to hit the App Store sometime in the near future. In the near future iPhone owners will be able to back up their pictures, videos, calendar events, and contacts to their Google account via the new Google One iOS app. Google … Continue reading Google One app gains new storage manager, iOS version on the way Continue Reading

Apple facing yet another multi-state probe related to iPhone throttling

  Apple is once again targeted in a multi-state consumer protection investigation over the highly publicized “batterygate” controversy. Arizon is leading a multi-state probe to find out if Apple’s intentional slowing down of older iPhones violated trade practice laws, according to documents seen by Reuters. Last week, technology watchdog Tech Transparency Project discovered that the Texas attorney general may file … Continue reading Apple facing yet another multi-state probe related to iPhone throttling Continue Reading

Apple’s ‘iPhone 12’ and new iPads rumored to debut in October, 5G iPhone potentially delayed

    Prolific leaker Jon Prosser in a terse tweet on Wednesday said Apple’s upcoming “iPhone 12” lineup and a slate of new iPads will debut in October, a timeline seemingly backed up by statements from Qualcomm CFO Akash Palkhiwala. Prosser’s tweet, which reads, “iPhone 12 […] New iPads […] October,” suggests Apple is planning to announce … Continue reading Apple’s ‘iPhone 12’ and new iPads rumored to debut in October, 5G iPhone potentially delayed Continue Reading

Apple mulled 40% take of subscription fees in 2011

    Documents made public as part of a U.S. House probe into Apple’s business practices reveal the company discussed taking a 40% cut of third-party services subscription revenue. In an email dated 2011, Apple SVP Phil Schiller forwarded a strategy that would take a 40% slice of service subscription fees. The House Judiciary Committee … Continue reading Apple mulled 40% take of subscription fees in 2011 Continue Reading

Apple updates Apple Store app with new ‘For You’ tab, iPhone comparisons

    Apple on Wednesday pushed out an update for its first-party Apple Store app, adding a handy “For You” tab that gathers useful customer information in one place, as well as a new iPhone comparison tool. The new For You tab lives in the Apple Store app’s navigation bar and provides users quick access to recent … Continue reading Apple updates Apple Store app with new ‘For You’ tab, iPhone comparisons Continue Reading

Apple halved Amazon’s App Store fee to get Prime Video on iOS and Apple TV

  Apple offered Amazon a reduced rate revenue sharing model in a bid to bring Prime Video to the App Store, a move that seemingly contradicts the tech giant’s claims that it treats all apps and app makers equally. In 2016, Apple services chief Eddy Cue proffered a deal in which Amazon would share 15% … Continue reading Apple halved Amazon’s App Store fee to get Prime Video on iOS and Apple TV Continue Reading

Apple Glass’ users may be able to manipulate AR images with any real object

  Apple is researching technology to allow an “Apple Glass” user to not be constrained to fixed physical gestures or touch controls, and instead manipulate any object to alter what is visible on the headset. It’s already possible to use Apple’s See in AR app to show you a Mac Pro or an iPad Pro on your own desk before ever buying one. … Continue reading Apple Glass’ users may be able to manipulate AR images with any real object Continue Reading

Telegram rails against ‘colossal’ App Store cut in EU antitrust complaint

  Secure messaging platform Telegram has become the third big developer to file an antitrust complaint against Apple in the European Union, railing against Apple’s control and fees on the App Store. Filed on Thursday morning, Telegram’s complaint with the European Commission is mostly focused on Apple’s fees and rules it implements in the App Store. … Continue reading Telegram rails against ‘colossal’ App Store cut in EU antitrust complaint Continue Reading

OtterBox reveals new line of Disney ‘Mickey & Friends: Stay True’ iPhone cases

    To commemorate International Friendship Day, OtterBox has partnered with Disney for a series of iPhone cases featuring Disney’s iconic characters. The six new iPhone cases from OtterBox feature Disney’s “Sensational Six.” If you’re not up on your Disney lore, that means the cases feature Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Goofy, and Pluto. The cases … Continue reading OtterBox reveals new line of Disney ‘Mickey & Friends: Stay True’ iPhone cases Continue Reading