Today, Apple unveiled the lineup for its annual Worldwide Developers Conference, including keynote and Platforms State of the Union timing, and shared more information on how developers will be able to learn about the future of iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS. Free for all developers, WWDC21 will bring together the global Apple developer community and provide them with … [Read more...] about Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference kicks off June 7
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Apple Music announces Spatial Audio and Lossless Audio
Cupertino, California Apple today announced Apple Music is bringing industry-leading sound quality to subscribers with the addition of Spatial Audio with support for Dolby Atmos. Spatial Audio gives artists the opportunity to create immersive audio experiences for their fans with true multidimensional sound and clarity. Apple Music subscribers will also be able to listen to … [Read more...] about Apple Music announces Spatial Audio and Lossless Audio
Apple previews powerful software updates designed for people with disabilities
Cupertino, California Apple today announced powerful software features designed for people with mobility, vision, hearing, and cognitive disabilities. These next-generation technologies showcase Apple’s belief that accessibility is a human right and advance the company’s long history of delivering industry-leading features that make Apple products customizable for all users. … [Read more...] about Apple previews powerful software updates designed for people with disabilities
iMac, iPad Pro, and Apple TV 4K in stores Friday
iPad Pro Supercharged by the Apple-designed M1 chip, iPad Pro is the fastest device of its kind. The 12.9-inch iPad Pro features a new Liquid Retina XDR display that brings extreme dynamic range to iPad Pro, offering a stunning visual experience with more true-to-life details to the most demanding HDR workflows. Cellular models … [Read more...] about iMac, iPad Pro, and Apple TV 4K in stores Friday
Endel app creator on the power of endless ambient music
May is Mental Health Awareness Month here in the US. What role do you believe sound plays in maintaining a positive cognitive state? Oleg Stavitsky: I like to say that because the world is so crazy right now, people are now almost self-medicating with sound. With all of these playlists out there, people are literally searching for … [Read more...] about Endel app creator on the power of endless ambient music
How Apple Gave Chinese Government Access to iCloud Data and Censored Apps
In July 2018, when Guizhou-Cloud Big Data (GCBD) agreed to a deal with state-owned telco China Telecom to move users' iCloud data belonging to Apple's China-based users to the latter's servers, the shift raised concerns that it could make user data vulnerable to state surveillance. Now, according to a deep-dive report from The New York Times, Apple's privacy and security … [Read more...] about How Apple Gave Chinese Government Access to iCloud Data and Censored Apps
Apple Watch Pride Edition bands celebrate the diverse LGBTQ+ movement
Cupertino, California Since the introduction of Apple Watch Pride Edition in 2016, Apple’s unique Pride bands have been a visible illustration of the ways in which the company stands with, supports, and is proudly made up of members of the LGBTQ+ community. Today, on International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia (IDAHOBIT), Apple debuts a new Apple Watch Pride … [Read more...] about Apple Watch Pride Edition bands celebrate the diverse LGBTQ+ movement
App Store stopped over $1.5 billion in suspect transactions in 2020
App Review The App Review team is an essential line of defense, carefully reviewing every app and every update to ensure they adhere to the App Store’s strong guidelines on privacy, security, and spam. The guidelines have changed over time to respond to new threats and challenges, with the goal of protecting users and providing … [Read more...] about App Store stopped over $1.5 billion in suspect transactions in 2020
Coders, designers, and entrepreneurs thrive thanks to Apple Developer Academy
The first Apple Developer Academy opened in Brazil in 2013, with the goal of providing the tools and training for aspiring entrepreneurs, developers, and designers to find and create jobs in the thriving iOS app economy. Since then, the company has opened more than a dozen academies across the world with two more on the way: one in Korea, and one in Detroit, Michigan, the … [Read more...] about Coders, designers, and entrepreneurs thrive thanks to Apple Developer Academy
Announcing the Swift Mentorship Program
May 10, 2021 The Diversity in Swift work group The Diversity in Swift work group is a group of volunteers working to make our community more approachable and inclusive. We’re thrilled to announce the Swift Mentorship Program — a new contributor program for the Swift community … [Read more...] about Announcing the Swift Mentorship Program