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Upcoming January 30th Fortnite update will block some functionality on iOS and macOS versions of the game

The ongoing feud between Apple and Epic Games continues, and in addition to a new age restriction, Fortnite on iOS and macOS will not let users spend V-Bucks following an upcoming server-side update. Apple removed the game from its App Store in 2020 after Epic Games sidestepped the App Store commissions fee. The final version […]

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Apple releases HomePod 16.3 update, adds assortment of fixes and new features including temperature sensing and audio controls

Following the release of the iOS 16.3, iPadOS 16.3, tvOS 16.3, watchOS 9.3, and macOS Ventura 13.2 updates on Monday, Apple on Tuesday released HomePod 16.3, which controls its HomePod, second-generation ‌HomePod‌, and HomePod mini. Per Apple’s release notes, the update offers the following fixes and changes: ‌‌‌‌HomePod‌‌‌‌‌‌‌ software is installed automatically on the ‌‌‌‌‌‌‌HomePod‌‌‌ […]

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Apple releases iOS 16.3, iPadOS 16.3 updates

Monday was a day for updates, as Apple released its iOS 16.3 and iPadOS 16.3 updates. The new version bring support for the newly-announced HomePod and physical security keys used for two-factor authentication. Following a beta period that started on December 14, the update for iOS 16.3 is now downloadable to iPhone. It doesn’t appear […]

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Twitter cuts off developer access to third-party apps

Late last week, Twitter confirmed that the company is no longer permitting third-party developers to create Twitter clients. The information was quietly share through an updated developer agreement noted by Engadget. A new clause under Restrictions says that developers are not able to “create a substitute or similar service or product to the Twitter Applications.” […]

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Apple launches Business Connect tool, offers small businesses a way of promoting their efforts via Apple services

This could come in handy if you’re looking to promote your business. Apple on Wednesday announced its new Business Connect tool, which allows businesses to claim and edit their listings across Apple’s services, similar to Google’s method for allowing businesses to make changes to the way their information appears on the search engine and Google […]