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Planned Parenthood Direct app launches, will roll out to all 50 states by the end of 2019

This is pretty interesting and important. Planned Parenthood has released its Planned Parenthood Direct app, which allows users to both order birth control as well as UTI treatment from your device. The app will roll out to all 50 states by the end of 2019. Users will need to fill out some personal and medical […]

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Rumor: Next-gen AirPods to arrive in two colors, feature new grip coating, health features

It came from the rumor mill, so there might be a nugget of truth to it. An inside source claiming knowledge of Apple’s AirPods and AirPower devices has claimed that the second-gen AirPods, or “AirPods 2” will arrive in two colors, ship with the previously announced wireless charging case, and also have a new coating […]

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Apple hires prominent obstetrician Dr. Christine Curry for its health-based efforts

In its ongoing effort to expand its health efforts, Apple has snagged prominent obstetrician-gynecologist Dr. Christine Curry. The move signals a strong interest in women’s health and this segment of the market. According to the report, which cites three people familiar with the matter, Dr. Curry will join Apple’s health team as it is “looking […]

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Wi-Fi, similar signals don’t cause cancer

And now for a bit of good news: Apparently Wi-Fi and similar signals don’t cause cancer. Per an article over on HowStuffWorks, everyday devices such as Wi-Fi routers, smartphones, tablets, and computers are unable to cause cancer, and would be unable to do so without rewriting the basic laws of physics and biology. The piece, […]

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Apple’s $29 battery replacement program to end on December 31st

Once again, Apple’s iPhone battery replacement program is slated to end on December 31st. Following the revelation that older iPhone batteries had been throttled, Apple created a battery replacement program for customers. The program allowed customers a battery replacement on iPhone 6 or later models, thereby lowering the consumer cost to $29 for a qualifying […]