Stories by Usman Qureshi
Facebook to Remove ‘Trending’ Feature from its Platform Next Week
The feature was introduced to help people discover news topics that were popular across Facebook.
Alleged Schematics and Renderings of 2018 iPhones Hit the Web
A Russian site has leaked alleged schematics and renderings of three upcoming iPhone models.
Apple to Cash in on Mobile Advertising Contrary to Tim Cook’s Statements: WSJ
CEO Tim Cook has been critical of internet advertising business models like the ones used by Google and Facebook.
Google’s ‘Pixel XL 3’ to Feature Edge-to-Edge Display with a Notch: Bloomberg
One of the upcoming Pixel smartphones is expected to sport a nearly edge-to-edge screen.
Apple Backs New Human Interface Device Standard for Braille Displays
The new standard will help make it easier for blind and low-vision users to use Braille displays.
Ontario Court Dismisses Taxi Union’s Lawsuit Against Uber
The lawsuit claimed the city treated its members unfairly when it paved the way for Uber.
2,857 iOS Apps Generate $1 Million or More Every Year [App Annie]
Over 10,000 apps have individually generated over $1 million in consumer spending since 2010.
Elena Segal to Lead Apple’s New Global Music Publishing Division
Segal was previously the Legal Director of iTunes International.
Saskatchewan Officially Opens the Door for Services like Uber, Lyft
The provincial government's new act outlines how the ride-booking companies will operate.
Music Canada Calls for $40 Million Annual Handout Instead of iPhone Tax
Rather than apply a tax on all smartphones, the organization is simply calling for an annual handout.
Canadian Student Fined for Looking at Apple Watch While Driving
The student was apparently not aware an Apple Watch is considered a hand-held device.
5G Will Put Chinese Technology Companies on Top: Qualcomm
Qualcomm believes Chinese telecoms groups will disrupt market leaders like Apple and Samsung.