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Rumor: Apple considering removing mask mandate for some U.S. Apple Store retail employees

Having lifted its requirement for customers to wear face coverings in some U.S. states, Apple is reportedly considering allowing its Apple Store retail staff to also go unmasked. Apple lifted its mask mandate for a number of in-store shopping locations in states such as Ohio, Georgia, and more. While it has yet to lift the […]

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Apple extends zero percent Apple Card financing offer for confused customers

Following some confusion as to a zero percent APR financing offer for some Apple Card customers, Apple has extended the terms of the financing after some customers incorrectly assumed they would receive the payment option with their purchase. Last week, Apple and banking partner Goldman Sachs sent out an email informing certain Apple Card customers […]

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Apple Store drops mask requirement for fully vaccinated customers, local ordinances still in effect

If you’re fully vaccinated, you don’t need to wear a mask while visiting an Apple Store location. The requirement for Apple Store staff to wear a mask is being dropped, following the recent decision to no longer require fully vaccinated customers to wear a face covering. The change was noted by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, and a sign seen outside […]

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Zoom reverses decision in wake of negative feedback, will provide end-to-end encryption for free users

When your user base demands a fix, it’s best to provide it. Following a considerable amount of user backlash and negative press, Zoom has reversed its stance, and has announced that it will provide free users with end-to-end encryption. This feature was previously limited to paying customers, which didn’t go over well. Per The Next […]

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Apple offers deferred payments, interest throughout April and May for Apple Card holders

If you need deferred payment on your Apple Card, its now available. Continuing its actions from March and April, Apple and Goldman Sachs are allowing Apple Card deferred payments to be extended through May. Apple fired off the following email to its cardholder base: We understand that the COVID-19 situation poses unique challenges for everyone […]