Apple v Samsung opening statements reveal details of iPhone design process & more
As we noted earlier this week, Apple and Samsung are officially back in the court room this month to continue their seven years and running debate over iPhone design patents. In addition to the comments made by Apple’s VP of product marketing Greg Joswiak, today’s opening statements brought a few notable tidbits about the iPhone creation process and more…
Apple Watch: How to turn on and customize the flashlight
While the Apple Watch doesn’t feature a camera, and by extension a flashlight, Apple does offer users a way to get a super bright light through software techniques.
What do you think of Apple’s butterfly keyboard design on MacBook and MacBook Pro? [Poll]
Apple’s butterfly keyboard has long-been controversial, but things were escalated over the weekend when a class action lawsuit was filed against the company over the keyboard.
It has now been over three years since Apple first introduced its butterfly keyboard with the 12-inch MacBook, later bringing it to the MacBook Pro line – but user sentiment seems to be growing increasingly negative.
Do you have issues with your MacBook or MacBook Pro keyboard?
9to5Mac Daily 074: May 15, 2018
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iPhone: How to delete apps and set up automatic offloading
Deleting apps on iPhone is quick and easy. But even better than deleting apps yourself is setting up automatic offloading for ones you’re not using. Follow along for how to do both.
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Supreme Court declines to hear podcast patent troll case, hands the win to EEF
Podcasting has walked a fine legal line ever since its inception. Today brings news of a Texas company that was looking to create a licensing deal with various companies that later turned into a lawsuit, but ultimately went nowhere.
Greg Joswiak testifies in Samsung case, says Apple was ‘betting the company’ on iPhone
Apple and Samsung headed back to court yesterday over the patent fight that started back in 2011. After Samsung finished its opening statement today, Apple brought its first witness to the stand, VP of product marketing, Greg Joswiak.
iPhone X and iPad Pro win Display Industry Award for True Tone and ProMotion technology, more
It’s no secret that Apple goes the extra mile in terms of device quality, and the display is arguably the most important parts of any device. Now, Apple has won an award for both its iPhone X and iPad Pro displays.
DirecTV Now officially launches Cloud DVR, revamped interface, and more
After an extensive testing period, DirecTV Now is officially launching its Cloud DVR feature to everyone. Though the company notes the feature is still technically in “beta,” everyone can now give it a shot.
Furthermore, the DirecTV Now apps on iOS and tvOS have been updated with a redesigned interface and more. You can also still lock in a free Apple TV 4K when you prepay for 3-months of service…