Apple takes on data brokers and auctions with new ‘Privacy on iPhone’ ad campaign

Apple is launching a new worldwide ad campaign today that yet again emphasizes the company’s focus on privacy. This time, Apple is taking on the topic of data brokers wugs a new ad called “Privacy on iPhone.” In addition to a 90-second ad that will run on social and YouTube, Apple is also running billboards and other forms of advertising prompting “Privacy on iPhone.”

more…

The post Apple takes on data brokers and auctions with new ‘Privacy on iPhone’ ad campaign appeared first on 9to5Mac.

M1 MacBook Pro $249 off in Wednesday’s best deals, plus AirPods 3 hit $150, more

Halfway through the work week, all of Wednesday’s best deals are headlined by a chance to save $249 on Apple’s 13-inch M1 MacBook Pros. That’s alongside the second-best price of the year on AirPods 3 at $150 and a launch day discount on Nomad’s new Sport Slim Apple Watch band. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

more…

The post M1 MacBook Pro $249 off in Wednesday’s best deals, plus AirPods 3 hit $150, more appeared first on 9to5Mac.

New study shows monopolistic practices of Apple and Google app stores, claims ‘abuse of market power’

The Alliance of Digital India Foundation (ADIF) details monopolistic practices from Apple and Google app stores in a new study. The report, Towards Regulating App Stores, from ADIF and The Quantum Hub, mentions global regulatory actions targeting both tech giants control over the mobile app ecosystem.

more…

The post New study shows monopolistic practices of Apple and Google app stores, claims ‘abuse of market power’ appeared first on 9to5Mac.

Apple Watch glass rumor revives flat-edge design for Series 8 or other models

Less than six months away from Apple introducing Apple Watch Series 8, this upcoming smartwatch is again rumored to feature a flat-edge design. After leakers and analysts supported that Apple Watch Series 7 would be the one to feature this new look, rumors are now pointing out to this year’s model.

more…

The post Apple Watch glass rumor revives flat-edge design for Series 8 or other models appeared first on 9to5Mac.

Netflix customers canceling service increasingly includes long-term subscribers

Netflix lost 200,000 subscribers last quarter and potentially two million this current period, according to a note to shareholders from last month. Now, new research highlights that the number of long-standing subscribers canceling Netflix rose precipitously in the past few years.

more…

The post Netflix customers canceling service increasingly includes long-term subscribers appeared first on 9to5Mac.

Apple launches updated professional training and certification for IT support and management

Today, Apple announced new online courses and certifications for Apple device support, deployment, and management to prepare workers for in-demand careers. According to a press release shared by the company this morning, demand for skilled support and technical staff within the enterprise is growing, with jobs in computer and information systems in particular projected to grow faster than the average for all occupations from 2020 to 2030.

more…

The post Apple launches updated professional training and certification for IT support and management appeared first on 9to5Mac.

9to5Mac Daily: May 18, 2022 – iOS 16 beta expectations, more

Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.

Enjoy the podcast? Shop or check out our merch to support 9to5Mac Daily!

more…

The post 9to5Mac Daily: May 18, 2022 – iOS 16 beta expectations, more appeared first on 9to5Mac.

Report: These are the airports with the fastest free Wi-Fi in the world, US tops the list

Ookla just published its list of airports with the fastest free Wi-Fi in the world during Q1 2022. The analysis focuses on Wi-Fi over mobile connections on free Wi-Fi provided by the individual airports and Wi-Fi at selected airport lounges. Four US airports top the list.

more…

The post Report: These are the airports with the fastest free Wi-Fi in the world, US tops the list appeared first on 9to5Mac.

iOS 16 accessibility features likely to benefit everyone, argues Macworld

Apple yesterday previewed some iOS 16 accessibility features we can look forward to, including live captions, Apple Watch mirroring, and door detection.

It’s often been argued that accessibility features in general can benefit everyone, not just the target group, and Macworld argues that this is the case for all three of the above features …

more…

The post iOS 16 accessibility features likely to benefit everyone, argues Macworld appeared first on 9to5Mac.