Apple said to be among companies bidding for rights to the James Bond franchise
Apple is said to be ramping up its focus on original video content and now the company is reportedly in the running to purchase film rights for the James Bond series. Sony’s deal for the franchise expired after the 2015 ‘Spectre’ film and Amazon and Apple are in pursuit to take it over…
Apple and Foxconn are now rivals in Toshiba bidding in latest twist to saga
Moleskine’s new Smart Planner syncs handwritten schedules with iCloud and Google Calendar
Personally, I’m a paperless kind of guy, but if you prefer the old-fashioned look & feel of paper schedules, then Moleskine’s new Smart Planner aims to bring you the best of both worlds …
Indian regulator hints at forcing Apple to approve its anti-spam app after earlier refusal
Apple’s refusal to approve a government anti-spam app for use on the iPhone in India is reportedly ‘infuriating’ regulators, who are now hinting that the company could be forced into cooperating.
The government app allows customers to report cold calls and spam texts to the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India. Apple refused to approve it, seemingly on privacy grounds, as the app would need access to call logs …
See how the iPhone 8 screen size compares with the 7 Plus and all earlier iPhones
We’ve already taken a look at how the upcoming iPhone 8/Edition compares with the complete set of previous generations, but a new comparison shows how they look side by side with the screens on.
The iPhone 8/edition shown is of course a dummy model with a mockup screen, but it still gives a good look at how the size will compare in use …
Kobo’s iOS app now offers audiobooks, including Audible-style $10/month subscription
Apple promoting iOS 11 features to iOS 10 users ahead of September event
Apple has started promoting iOS 11 to its iPhone, iPad and iPod touch user base ahead of the new OS’ launch later this month. The Tips app is sending out notifications like ‘Learn about the new Control Center coming in iOS 11’ as of this morning.
Users can tap through to the Tips app to preview some of the new features; Apple is advertizing the new Control Center, Do Not Disturb While Driving, the new Files app and more.
Niantic announces new dates for European Pokémon GO festivals after failed Chicago event
The first Pokémon GO live festival in Chicago wasn’t exactly a success. Niantic initially said scheduled European events would go ahead as planned before later deciding to postpone some of them.
The company has now announced the dates of four festivals in Europe and Scandinavia …
Logitech brings back ergonomics with MX Ergo trackball mouse
Following last week’s two new product launches, Logitech has announced a new ergonomic mouse to its MX product lineup. The new MX Ergo is Logitech’s 2017 follow-up to their M570 trackball mouse. Incorporating what made the M570 popular amongst its users, the MX Ergo brings user adjustable angles and granularly precise pointer control.
New drone video shows prep at Steve Jobs Theater in lead up to iPhone 8 event
One of the most exciting parts of Apple’s iPhone 8 event invites last week was that the keynote will be held at the brand new Steve Jobs Theater. This evening, new drone video from Duncan Sinfield offers our clearest and best look yet at Apple’s new auditorium, exactly one week ahead of the iPhone 8 unveil.