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Recent model MacBook Air power issues spotted in the wild (warning: content mildly NSFW)

When one of the most die-hard techies finds an issue with your logic boards, it might be time to fix things. Techie extraordinaire Louis Rossmann has posted a video highlighting power issues in recent model MacBook Air logic boards. In the video, Rossmann illustrates how a single power control chip on the logic board gives […]

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COVID-19 testing locations begin to surface in Apple Maps search features

Here’s hoping that this helps. Apple Maps has begun showing COVID-19 testing locations for users within the United States as part of a series of back end updates to the Apple Maps application. Users opening up Maps and tapping the search bar will notice an option for COVID-19 testing. Tapping on this will show you […]

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Apple applies for FCC license to begin installing GPS testing equipment at Apple Park

This could imply a few different things. According to recent filings with the FCC, Apple has requested permission for a special license to install GPS equipment. This both indicates that Apple is planning to increase its GPS testing, and marks the first time Apple has requested such a license. For the purposes of licensing, GPS […]

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Apple pledges to focus on Siri privacy features, fires 300 contractors in Cork, Ireland

Apple has implemented changes to its Siri privacy by making changes to its grading program. In a recently published article, the company details how it hired 300 contractors in Cork, Ireland, as part of a move to help secure privacy. Per the article:- First, by default, Apple will no longer retain audio recordings of Siri […]

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Rumor: APIs, early access program, points to $5/month subscription fee for Apple Arcade

Apple employees have, as expected, been granted early access to Apple Arcade this summer. A leak from the APIs suggests that the launch price will be $4.99 per month. Employees taking place in the Apple Arcade early access program are apparently charged $0.49 with a one-month free trial. The program is thought to be ending […]