Stories by John Quintet
Apple Vision Pro to Integrate Existing iPad and iPhone Apps
Apple is set to elevate the user experience with the introduction of a new App Store for its upcoming Apple Vision Pro. This new platform, running on visionOS, will feature applications and games specifically designed for it, while also integrating hundreds of thousands of existing iPad and iPhone apps. The company told developers on Tuesday...
Rogers Countersues Former CEO Joe Natale Amid Legal Fight
Rogers is fighting back against its former CEO, Joe Natale, with a countersuit demanding repayment of some of the severance he received. This move comes in the wake of Natale's lawsuit for wrongful dismissal and breach of contract, initiated last month. Natale's departure from Rogers late in 2021 was marked by turbulence within the company's...
Nomad Debuts Base One Max 3-in-1 with MagSafe Charging
Nomad has unveiled the Base One Max 3-in-1 to its range of premium wireless chargers on Tuesday. Crafted with a blend of solid metal and premium glass, this charger is feature-packed to offer consumers a seamless charging experience. The Base One Max 3-in-1 stands out in the market with its official MFi MagSafe charging technology,...
Nintendo Debuts Holiday Bundles for Mario Kart 8, Animal Crossing
Nintendo has announced exclusive bundles set to release on October 6, 2023, ahead of the holiday season. Back again is the Nintendo Switch bundle for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and two new designs for the Nintendo Switch Lite, inspired by Animal Crossing: New Horizons. The Mario Kart 8 Deluxe bundle will come with a Nintendo...
New on Apple Arcade: September 2023
This September, Apple Arcade is set to debut four new games, offering more ad-free games free of in-app purchases with the gaming subscription. Here's what's new on Apple Arcade for September 2023: Cypher 007 (Releasing on September 29): Enter the world of James Bond in this unique mobile-exclusive game. As Agent 007, players will navigate...
Apple to Argue iMessage Not Subject to Rival App Integration in EU
Apple has argued that its flagship service, iMessage, is not popular enough to be designated as a "gatekeeper" under the European Union's forthcoming Digital Markets Act (DMA). This legislation, aimed at curbing Big Tech's power, will set new responsibilities for tech platforms, including data sharing and interoperability with rival apps, reports The Financial Times. The...
Apple to Launch Laptop-like Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro: Report
Apple is set to extensively redesign its Magic Keyboard accessory for the revamped iPad Pro next year, reports Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman in his Sunday PowerOn newsletter. According to sources, the upcoming version of the Magic Keyboard will not only feature a larger trackpad for a more Mac-like feel but will also boast an aluminum top...
X to Use Collected User Data for AI Training
Elon Musk’s X has updated its privacy policy to indicate it will collect not only biometric data and information on users' job and education history, but also use the amassed data to train its machine learning and artificial intelligence models. The change, first noticed by Bloomberg and later detailed by tech analyst Alex Ivanovs of...
Apple Unveils ‘Apps by Apple’ Webpage
Apple recently launched a new section on its website, 'Apps by Apple,' detailing an expansive range of apps designed to operate seamlessly across its devices. The new webpage serves as a comprehensive guide to Apple's own app ecosystem, emphasizing their focus on accessibility, privacy, and security. The webpage highlights the new updates coming to Safari...
Apple, Nvidia and More to Invest in Arm’s IPO: Report
Key clients of Arm Holdings Ltd such as Apple, Nvidia, Alphabet, and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) have committed to invest in the chip designer's forthcoming initial public offering (IPO), according to sources speaking with Reuters. Intel, Samsung Electronics, Cadence Design Systems, and Synopsys have also pledged their participation as investors, as per these sources. The...
Apple-Backed Satellites to be Launched by SpaceX
Globalstar announced on August 30 in a regulatory filing that it has contracted Elon Musk’s SpaceX for a $64 million deal to launch satellites in 2025. These satellites, which are a part of Globalstar's low Earth orbit (LEO) connectivity constellation, are backed by Apple. The reason? iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro offer the ability...
Tesla Slashes Prices on Model S/X, Full Self-Driving in Canada
Tesla has once again made headlines by reducing the prices of its Model S and Model X vehicles in both Canada and the United States. This move comes on the heels of Tesla announcing new Model 3 offerings for Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Australia, reports Tesla North. In Canada, the price adjustments are...