Google Lowers Play Store Fees To 15% on Subscription Apps, as Low as 10% for Media Apps
Google is lowering commissions on all subscription-based businesses on the Google Play Store, the company announced today. From a report: Previously, the company had followed Apple's move by reducing commissions from 30% to 15% on the first $1 millio.....»»
Japan"s parliament has approved a law that will force third party App Stores on Apple & Google
In a move very similar to the European Union, Japan's parliament has finished the process to enact a law that prohibits big tech from blocking third-party app stores.An Apple Store in JapanThe bill passed Japan's House of Representatives in may, and.....»»
Phony "news" portals surpass US newspaper sites, researchers say
Partisan websites masquerading as media outlets now outnumber American newspaper sites, a research group that tracks misinformation said Tuesday, highlighting a local news crisis in a year of high-stakes elections......»»
A magnitude 4.8 earthquake in southwestern South Korea cracks walls and leaves other minor damage
A magnitude 4.8 earthquake cracked walls, spilled items from store shelves and caused other minor damage in a fishing community in southwestern South Korea on Wednesday, but no injuries have been reported......»»
9to5Mac Daily: June 11, 2024 – More on iOS 18, Apple Intelligence, and AirPods
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsore.....»»
Download the new iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 wallpapers right here
Following the announcement of iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 at WWDC 2024 on Monday, Apple has released the first beta so that developers can try out the new features and get their apps ready ahead of the official launch this fall. And in addition to new featu.....»»
Reminders in iOS 18 can now live inside the Calendar app, bringing two key productivity tools together
Apple’s Calendar and Reminders apps have long been core pillars of the company’s productivity offerings on the iPhone, Mac, and more. In iOS 18, Apple is supercharging these tools by integrating them—optionally—into one interface. Now, you.....»»
What’s new in Apple Notes for iOS 18: collapsible sections, highlights, and more
iOS 18 is a big release for the iPhone, with brand new apps like Passwords and Image Playground, as well as some significant updates to existing apps like Messages, Photos, and Settings. One of my most-used apps, Notes, is also getting a variety o.....»»
Google’s latest Pixel Feature Drop comes with a bunch of updates
Google has announced its latest Pixel Feature Drop which includes a bunch of updates for its lineup of Pixel devices. The post Google’s latest Pixel Feature Drop comes with a bunch of updates appeared first on Phandroid. While we’re wa.....»»
Sherlocked by Sequoia: What apps Apple may have killed in macOS and iOS 18
Another year, another set of Apple updates — and another set of popular app developers who could lose their livelihoods. Here's what Apple Sherlocked at WWDC 2024.Apple's new Passwords app is just one of many new tools that "Sherlock" existing apps.....»»
How to Play Madden 25 Early
The Madden 25 release date lands on August 16th, but there are ways to play the game before that. One way to play Madden 25 early is by pre-ordering a copy of the game. You’ll need to buy a specific edition and it costs a lot more than a standard.....»»
Google’s Pixel 8 series gets USB-C to DisplayPort; desktop mode rumors heat up
Grab a USB-C to DisplayPort cable and newer Pixels can be viewed from your TV or monitor. Enlarge / The Pixel 8. (credit: Google) Google's June Android update is out, and it's bringing a few notable changes for Pixel ph.....»»
Have a Google Pixel 8? You’re about to get these 4 new features
Your Google Pixel 8 phone is picking up a few new features. Here's what is coming in the June Feature Drop for the Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, and Pixel 8a......»»
Apple just Sherlocked another beloved Mac app
Does the new window tiling feature in Apple’s macOS Sequoia pinch features from other apps and threaten their existence? We’ve taken a look at the situation......»»
Bitwarden review: This open-source password manager unlocks choice
I researched Bitwarden's subscription plans and tested the family plan to check how much value it adds to its very competitive free option......»»
This free, open-source tool is the only AI app I constantly use
I've tried a long list of AI apps, but there's only one free utility I constantly reach for on my PC......»»
Tech solutions to limit kids" access to social media are fraught with problems, including privacy risks
A campaign to block children's access to social media to limit online harm and unhealthy internet use is picking up momentum in Australian politics. The current age limit for platforms such as Facebook, Instagram and TikTok is 13, but some state gove.....»»
I saw the first hour of Dragon Age: The Veilguard and it was action-packed
I saw the first hour Dragon Age: The Veilguard behind closed doors at Summer Game Fest. Here's a play-by-play of what happened......»»
iOS 18 Photos hands-on: Get ready for major changes to one of your most-used iPhone apps
Years ago, the iPhone was young enough that Apple could make major changes to how iOS works and receive minimal pushback. Today, the iPhone is a mature product with billions of users, so any change in iOS is bound to receive more attention and even c.....»»
Protecto improves data security and privacy for GenAI apps in Databricks environments
Protecto announced its latest capabilities designed to protect sensitive enterprise data, such as PII and PHI, and block toxic content, such as insults and threats within Databricks environments. This enhancement is pivotal for organizations relying.....»»
Blackmagic Design has developed the first end-to-end solution for shooting Apple Vision Pro 3D content
Blackmagic Design wants to take the lead in creating video for the Apple Vision Pro, by making an end-to-end workflow for filming and editing Apple Immersive Video.Blackmagic URSA Cine Immersive cameraThe Apple Vision Pro can play back footage create.....»»