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iOS 13.5, iPadOS 13.5 developer beta includes contact tracing, other new features and fixes

Apple has begun seeding betas of its various operating systems, including iOS and iPadOS 13.5 developer betas that includes initial support for COVID-19 contact tracing. The updates are expected to be released in mid-May. Recently, Apple and Google have adopted the term “exposure notifications” which sounds less intimidating than contact tracing. This beta is primarily […]

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Apple celebrates more than a decade of Services, states more are on the horizon

Good products will get your foot in the door. It’s the services that make you money. Apple has announced the close of a decade of services, complete with a 2019 that included the launch of Apple Arcade, Apple TV+, Podcasts, Apple News+, and Apple Card. The company also cited the continued success of the App […]

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Apple offers three-month free trial of Apple News+ service to new subscribers this weekend

Apple has begun a limited time offer of a three-month free trial of its Apple News+ service to new subscribers. This is an upgrade from the free one-month free trial period, and matches the trial offered for new Apple Music subscribers. The three-month Apple News+ trial offer is valid only for this weekend in the […]

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Apple apparently looking to bundle services for flat monthly rate

Apple is presently in early discussions with a number of record labels about bundling both Apple Music and Apple TV+ as part of a “super-bundle of media content” for a flat monthly rate. While some record labels are said to be open to the idea, the report claims at least one big label has voiced […]

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Spotify beta hints at Siri support for iOS app under iOS 13

After years of waiting, Spotify will finally be adding the ability to play songs, albums, and playlists via Siri. The feature is present in the latest beta, and is part of the new capabilities included with iOS 13. The addition also puts music apps like Spotify on an equal footing with Apple Music for requests […]