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Apple and Google announce partnership to address unwanted tracking, bring notifications across both iOS and Android platforms

Apple and Google announced a new partnership on Tuesday to lead an “industry specification to address unwanted tracking.” Through the partnership, Apple and Google will create a “draft specification” to alert users about possible unwanted tracking by AirTags and other Bluetooth item trackers. While iOS currently offers a robust set of features to help counter […]

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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 rolls out updated AirTag firmware ahead of anticipated iOS 16.2 update

Apple has begun rolling out an updated firmware update for its AirTag item tracker. The update arrives ahead of the company’s anticipated iOS 16.2 update, which is expected to be released to the public in the near future. The update brings the firmware to version 2.0.36 and build number 2A36. Prior to today, the most […]

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Apple AirTag used to help Florida police locate luggage thief

This is one of the upsides of AirTags. A Florida Arline worker was arrested after an Apple AirTag help authorities locate a traveler’s missing luggage. According to Insider, Giovanni De Luca, an airline subcontractor at Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport, has charged with two counts of grand theft, according to a statement by Okaloosa County Sheriff’s […]

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Apple announces AirTags, offers units for $29 each or $99 for a four-pack

After years of leaks, rumors, speculation, and waiting, it’s been announced. Apple’s long-awaited AirTag tracker system has been announced at the company’s “Spring Loaded” media event, the company integrating the accessories with the “Find My” app while pricing them at $29 apiece, or $99 for a four-pack of the units. The new circular trackers can […]