Apple today posted an update to its App Store review guidelines document for developers. The updated information pertains directly to App Store subscriptions, SiriKit, and iMessage apps including Sticker Packs.

Previously, clarification about what developers could and could not do with regard to the new subscription enhancements announced just prior to WWDC 2016 was a bit ambiguous, but with today’s document update, guidelines become a lot more black and white. more…

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Apple might have just leaked plans for a new line of Beats headphones to launch alongside the iPhone 7, according to an email that was reportedly sent out mistakenly by Apple’s Beats PR team and posted online by igen.fr.

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With Apple’s iPhone 7 next week expected to ditch the 3.5mm headphone jack and make wireless and Lightning headphones a necessity, there a lot of companies racing to announce new products ahead of Apple’s event. And it’s good timing with IFA taking place this week— one of the year’s biggest tech events where many accessory companies are showing off new products ahead of the holidays. Below we take a look at all the announcements with a roundup of new Lightning headphones and wireless Bluetooth headphones.  more…

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With iOS 10 launching later this month, Apple is starting to show what you’ll be able to do with the new operating system. Announced at WWDC, Siri will be able to integrate with third-party apps in iOS 10. For the first time, users will be able to take advantage of third-party services through Siri voice search. Apple has uploaded some screenshots (embedded below) showing how third party apps will work with Siri, using popular apps like LinkedIn and WhatsApp as examples …

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Apple has just published a list of App Store improvements that will begin to go into effect next Wednesday, September 7th. The changes seek to remove broken and forgotten apps from the App Store, apps that are currently breaking App Store review guidelines, and that are just no longer functional.

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Apple’s CarPlay feature continues to pop up in more new cars this year including several new models with Fiat Chrysler’s Uconnect 4.0 infotainment system. The latest cars to offer CarPlay include the 2017 model Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger, and Dodge Charger.

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This morning at IFA in Berlin, DJI announced its latest creation for smartphones: the DJI Osmo Mobile. Today’s news comes just a week after it took the wraps off the upgraded Osmo+. DJI is focusing on smartphone users with a passion for cinematography on this release. The integrated stabilization system tracks a subject with just a touch of your iPhone or Android’s screen, eliminating shaky footage.

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Apple’s powerful 13-inch Retina MacBook Pro 256GB is now $299 off: $1,200 shipped

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The Mickey Mouse platformer Castle of Illusion is now at its lowest price for Mac: $3 (Reg. $6)

The iOS action-platformer Star Knight is now matching its lowest price ever: $1 (Reg. $3)

App Store Free App of the Week: MindNode for iOS/Apple Watch goes free for the first time (Reg. $10)

The new Riptide Renegade hydro-jet racer title for iOS is now $3 (Reg. up to $10)

The best DJI Phantom Accessories to take your flights to the next level: filters, lenses, backpacks, more

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• MARSEE Bluetooth In-Ear Sports Earphones $17 (Reg. $26), more
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• 4-pc Stemless Wine Glass set on Amazon for $13.50 Prime shipped (Reg. $30)

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Caseology iPhone 7 cases (multiple styles & colors) from $5 shipped (Reg. up to $16)

Store documents, pictures, and more: SanDisk Ultra 16GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive $6 Prime shipped (Orig. $22)

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Vantrue’s N1 Mini 1080p Dash Cam on sale for $60 shipped (Reg. $90)

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Apple is preparing for upcoming openings of two new notable retail stores including its first in Mexico and its second store in Cologne, Germany.

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We’re expecting to see Apple introduce the Apple Watch 2 alongside the iPhone 7 at next week’s September 7 event, and now alleged components from the updated watch are finally starting to leak. Apple Watch 2 is expected to look like the current model and feature a faster processor and gain GPS, and a new video from international electronics shop Byte gives us a new look at a few other details that could change with Apple Watch 2.

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