Stories by Austin Blake

A coalition of 42 U.S. state attorneys general from both political parties has filed lawsuits against Meta, alleging that the company's Facebook and Instagram platforms are designed to be addictive and target young users. The legal action, announced on Tuesday, represents a significant challenge to Meta and comes amidst other lawsuits the company is facing...

Google and Apple have confirmed the temporary disabling of certain features in their mapping applications in Israel and the Gaza Strip. The move comes as tensions escalate in the region, with an imminent ground invasion of areas controlled by Hamas, a group recognized as a terrorist organization by the U.S., reports The Hill. Hamas initiated...

Major Chinese e-commerce platforms JD.com, Pinduoduo (parent company of Temu), and Alibaba's Taobao are offering significant discounts on Apple's latest iPhone 15, with some prices dropping by as much as 1,501 yuan ($205.14) below the retail price. The move comes as the iPhone 15 faces weaker sales in China compared to its predecessor, according to...

Prime Video has announced the premiere date for its much-awaited new series, "Fallout," set to debut on April 12, 2024. The announcement coincided with the 26th anniversary of Fallout Day, an annual event celebrating the iconic video game franchise on which the series is based. To engage its global fanbase, Amazon Studios also launched the...

The Connectivity Standards Alliance has released Matter 1.2, an update to its smart home standard that includes nine new device types and various improvements. The update is now available for device makers to integrate into their products, with market releases expected later this year and into 2024. Since its initial release, Matter has seen significant...

Apple is gearing up for the launch of its Vision Pro mixed reality headset, slated for early 2024, by initiating specialized training for retail employees, reports Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. The company has circulated a memo inviting employees to apply for a confidential "product training event" to be held in Cupertino, California, in the first months...

Renowned TF International Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has forecasted a significant 30% year-on-year decrease in MacBook shipments for 2023.

Apple on Tuesday launched a new Apple Pencil with USB-C, adding yet another stylus to the mix of its offerings. There were no new iPads announced today as rumoured. Here's a breakdown of the similarities and differences between the Apple Pencil (2nd generation), Apple Pencil (USB-C), and Apple Pencil (1st generation). For starters, all three...

Apple has officially extended its online presence to Chile, providing customers throughout the country with access to its full range of products online.

In celebration of The Walt Disney Company's 100th anniversary, a special activation called Disney100 will be launched on TikTok starting October 16. The initiative aims to offer a unique interactive experience for Disney enthusiasts, featuring content from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, ESPN, National Geographic, and Disney Parks. "We're thrilled to partner with Disney to...

In a significant turn of events, the Indian government has opted not to impose licensing requirements on the import of personal computers and laptops.

SaskTel has announced the upcoming launch of its infiNET service in the communities of Indian Head, Maple Creek, and Rosetown. This expansion is part of the Crown corporation's $200 million Rural Fibre Initiative aimed at enhancing internet connectivity in rural areas. The company expects select regions in these communities to be fibre-ready by mid-November. "Our...