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Apple's App Store payments loss isn't Epic enough
The court's decision to force Apple to permit use of external payment systems for in-app payments probably won't hurt the company's bottom line too much.
Developers, regulators say Apple's App Store changes don't do enough
Apple has announced a series of slight changes in settlement of a class action by developers, but they don't seem to go far enough.
Apple’s design guide for inclusive technology is essential reading
Building inclusive apps and services is both good for business and the right thing to do — and Apple points the way.
Microsoft hits Apple with Windows 11
Microsoft lashes out at Apple's App Store business with Windows 11 launch. What comes next?
Apple: Sideloading apps will undermine iOS security
Apple comes out fighting to protect its users — and its App Store.
WWDC: What's new for App Clips in ARKit 5
Apple has updated App Clips with new features that make these things quite useful for many B2C and B2B enterprises.
WWDC 2021: 20+ improvements for enterprise pros
Apple announced a range of enhancements that will benefit remote workers after a year like no other, with changes coming to iOS, iPadOS, macOS and other software.
WWDC 2021: Is Apple planning a 'homeOS' (that would also work in the office)?
An Apple recruitment ad mentions a homeOS system for the first time. Does Apple plan to make smart things smart?
At Microsoft Build, a tech demo reborn as a sitcom
Presentations at big company events need not be boring. Shouldn't that be the mantra for all presenters on stage?
2 colossal Chrome OS changes to keep an eye on
Google's quietly working on two shape-shifting Chrome OS features that could completely change the nature of Chromebooks — for the better.
For Microsoft and Apple, a reprise of all-virtual dev conferences
While the pandemic in some ways may be easing, both companies are sticking with online-only events for developers this year.
Apple confirms WWDC 2021 will be an online event
Apple has announced that WWDC 2021 will be an all-online event once again, following the success of the format last year.
Hackers target developers to break into Apple’s garden
Apple developers beware -- cybercriminals have figured out that you may be the weakest link in Mac, iPhone and iPad security.
Q&A: Adobe explains the transition to Apple Silicon
I caught up with Adobe to find out more about the experience of recompiling Photoshop for Apple Silicon.
Why WWDC 2021 should take place online
We've all sacrificed too much to put recovery at risk for Apple to hold an in-person WWDC event this year.
Android 11 Upgrade Report Card: Well, this is awkward
After last year's Android upgrade delivery improvements, this new data surrounding the Android 11 rollout is a little hard to process.
Apple-friendly debugger helps make apps and websites accessible
At a time when accessibility in apps and websites matters more than ever, Evinced is a new debugging tool that helps developers achieve just that.
16 technology winners and losers, post-COVID
The coronavirus crisis has shaken up business as usual, with some IT strategies and tools rising to the occasion and others in line for a rethink or tough recovery post-pandemic.
Android launchers are officially exciting again
The era of Android launcher innovation is back, baby. And man, has it ever been missed.
It’s time for an App Store scam app crackdown
Scammers on every online store reflect the challenges of business growth.