| 27.03.2024 18:22
Apple sets June 10 date for in-person Worldwide Developers Conference
Apple has announced that their annual Worldwide Developer Conference will be taking place from June 10 to June 14, with the first day featuring a live-streamed keynote address showcasing the latest software and product updates. However, select developers have been invited to attend in-person events...
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| 25.03.2024 19:27
Europe threatens 'heavy' fines for Apple, Google, and Meta in new probes
The European Union has launched an investigation into tech giants Apple, Alphabet, and Meta under the new Digital Markets Act legislation. The probes focus on various issues such as anti-steering rules, self-preferencing, and compliance with DMA obligations. Apple has already been fined 1.8 billion...
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| 21.03.2024 22:31
Europe's Apple regulatory battle foreshadows consumer impact in US
The U.S. government's massive antitrust lawsuit against Apple is expected to take years to resolve, but the iPhone maker's ongoing issues with European regulators may provide a preview of what American customers could experience in the future. The lawsuit aims to prevent Apple from unfairly competi...
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| 08.03.2024 22:59
European regulators question Apple over Epic Games app store feud
Apple has reversed its decision to ban Epic Games from launching its own app store on iOS in Europe, following pressure from European Union officials investigating the matter. This move comes just a day after the new Digital Markets Act went into effect in Europe, marking the first major test of th...
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| 06.03.2024 17:13
Tech giants in Europe forced to change under Digital Markets Act
Europeans will soon see changes in their digital experiences as the Digital Markets Act (DMA) comes into effect, requiring tech giants like Amazon, Apple, Google, Meta, Microsoft, and TikTok owner ByteDance to adhere to new regulations by midnight Wednesday. The DMA, part of the European Union's ef...
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| 04.03.2024 17:10
European Union fines Apple $2 billion for music streaming competition
The European Union has issued its first antitrust penalty against Apple, fining the tech giant nearly $2 billion for unfairly favoring its own music streaming service over rivals. The European Commission found that Apple muzzled app developers from informing users about cheaper music subscription o...
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| 25.01.2024 22:04
Apple Embraces Europe: Third-Party App Stores and Lower Fees Now Allowed
In a groundbreaking move, Apple has announced a series of sweeping changes to its app store policies in Europe, aimed at breaking down competitive barriers and complying with upcoming European regulations. These changes, set to take effect in early March, mark a significant departure from Apple's p...
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| 25.01.2024 15:15
Tech Tips: The Importance of Apple's Stolen Device Protection
Apple Introduces Stolen Device Protection to Combat Rising Phone Thefts In response to the increasing number of phone thefts reported worldwide, Apple has released a new software update for iPhones and iPads that includes a crucial feature called Stolen Device Protection. This feature aims to preve...
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| 16.01.2024 20:13
Supreme Court's decision could cost Apple billions and impact sales
In a major blow to Apple, the US Supreme Court declined to review a lower court's order on Tuesday, which means that Apple will have to comply with a sweeping injunction that reshapes its relationship with mobile app developers and potentially affects billions of dollars in app-related sales. The d...
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| 08.01.2024 19:52
Apple starts compensating US iPhone users for device slowdown, UK lawsuit pending
Tech giant Apple has reportedly begun making payments to eligible iPhone owners in the US as part of a settlement agreement, following a lawsuit filed in 2017. The company has not admitted any wrongdoing. US owners of certain iPhone models, including the iPhone 6, 6 Plus, 6s, 6s Plus, SE, 7, and 7...
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| 24.11.2023 00:34
Unwanted photos of yourself on social media
In recent news, Facebook users have been facing issues with unwelcome pictures and fake accounts on the platform. One 81-year-old lady named Sheila shared her distressing experience of encountering inappropriate photos and unfamiliar names on her Facebook page. Seeking help, she expressed her frust...
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| 06.11.2023 19:40
Tinder owner Match Group settles antitrust claims against Google"s app store
Epic Games, the creator of the popular game "Fortnite," kicked off a high-stakes antitrust battle against Google in federal court today. The lawsuit, filed in the US District Court in California's Northern District, takes aim at Google's policies regarding fees for in-app subscriptions and one-off...
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| 01.11.2023 13:12
Meta introduces paid subscriptions for ad-free Facebook and Instagram in Europe
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, announced on Monday that users in Europe will soon have the option to pay a monthly fee to access the platforms without advertisements. This move comes in response to a ruling by the European Union's top court stating that companies must obtain co...
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