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Apple enables 5G iPadOS updates for 2021 iPad Pro
With the rollout of 5G-enabled iPhones, Apple added an extra option to iOS enabling iPhone 12 owners to download iOS updates when they are connected to a 5G cellular network. In a support page update on Friday, Apple said it is bringing the same feature to iPadOS, reports Apple Insider. The support page, titled "Use 5G with your iPad," explains to users how to manage their data connection on the updated iPad Pro models.
Apple HomePod, Mini to support lossless audio via software update
Apple has developed its own lossless audio compression technology called Apple Lossless Audio Codec (ALAC). In a new support document, the tech giant also revealed that Apple TV 4K will only support standard lossless audio at its launch. Apple Music will offer more than 20 million songs in lossless quality for free at the launch of ALAC technology in June that will reach over 75 million by the end of this year.
New Apple programme to help creators grow paid podcast user base
The creators will have immediate access to reporting data on all their linked podcast marketing activities, including email, social promotions, digital ads, and more, and earn commissions each time a subscription purchase is made from an affiliated link they share.
iPhone 12 series grabs 1/3rd of global smartphone sales in Q1
The iPhone Pro Max captured the highest revenue in the industry, followed by the iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 11 and the Samsung S21 Ultra 5G. In terms of volume, the iPhone 12 was the best-selling model in Q1 2021, followed by the iPhone 12 Pro Max and iPhone 12 Pro, according to Counterpoint Research.
1,000 employees urge Apple to support Palestinian people
"We are frustrated and disappointed because once more, many of those in positions of power and influence... either choose to remain silent or release ineffectually neutral ‘both sides' statements with regards to the Palestinian situation," they wrote in the letter. Apple was yet to respond to the letter, according to the report.
Apple announces powerful software updates for the disabled
To begin with, customers visiting Apple Store locations in the US, the UK and France can use SignTime to remotely access a sign language interpreter right in their web browsers. Later this year, people with limb differences will be able to navigate Apple Watch using AssistiveTouch.
Spotify legal chief calls Apple 'ruthless bully': Report
In an op-ed published in The Wall Street Journal, Gutierrez said that "Apple's ability to strangle its competitors is unprecedented," and used the trial with Epic Games as evidence that "Spotify is no longer alone" in its criticism of the Cupertino tech giant.
Apple Watch Series 7 could feature flat-edged design: Report
A 9To5Google report, citing Jon Prosser, said that Apple Watch Series 7 will feature a redesign that is similar to other Apple hardware updates. This seemingly means that the Apple Watch Series 7 will feature a flat-edged design similar to the iPhone 12, iPad Pro and iPad Air. The report describes the Apple Watch version of this design as being "more subtle" than what we've seen on other products.
Apple Watch introduces new Pride Edition Braided Solo Loop
The company first introduced Apple Watch Pride Edition in 2016 to support the diverse LGBTQ+ community. "On many fronts, Apple supports the ongoing and unfinished work of equality for diverse and intersectional communities, and we want to provide every opportunity to celebrate and honour this history during Pride season," said Apple CEO Tim Cook.
Apple Music fans get Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos for free
Subscribers will also be able to listen to their music in the highest audio quality with Lossless Audio. Apple said that Spatial Audio gives artists the opportunity to create immersive audio experiences for their fans with true multidimensional sound and clarity. By default, Apple Music will automatically play Dolby Atmos tracks on all AirPods and Beats headphones with an H1 or W1 chip, as well as the built-in speakers in iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
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