APPLE NEWS

The DuckDuckGo search engine has announced the integration of Apple Maps to power its map and address-related searches.

Netflix has announced that its raising the prices of its U.S. subscription plans by 13-18% effective immediately.

Apple replaced 11 million iPhone batteries for $29 last year.

Apple may be developing a 7th generation iPod touch, according to several of the company's suppliers.

Comcast's NBCUniversal plans to launch a free, ad-supported streaming service for traditional cable subscribers, including competitors.

Apple says that Qualcomm refused to sell the company modems for use in its new iPhone XS and iPhone XR citing the licensing dispute between the two companies.

Apple has launched an interactive microsite to highlight the features of its new iPad Pro.

United Airlines has issued a statement regarding a sign that revealed details about Apple's spending with the airline and its most popular routes.

The YouTube app has been updated with support for Apple's new 2018 iPad Pros but the update also introduces a UI bug.

Apple supplier Dialog Semiconductor has managed to reach its revenue guidance for Q4, 2018.

Apple has announced that it will release its HomePod smart speaker in China and Hong Kong on January 18th.

The SanDisk Ultra 3D NAND 1TB Solid State Drive (SSD) is on sale today for $124.99.

Apple's long awaited AirPower wireless charging mat has purportedly entered production.

Apple buys fifty business class seats on United Airlines from San Francisco (SFO) to Shanghai, China (PVG) each day.

The Adobe Lightroom CC apps for iPhone and iPad have been updated with support for Siri Shortcuts.

Sony, LG, and Vizio have all recently announced that their new smart TVs will support Apple HomeKit.

The ProLine video doorbell from Robin Telecom will start shipping this month.

Amazon has announced the launch of IMDb Freedrive, a new ad-supported streaming video service.

Videolan has has surpassed three billion downloads of its VLC media player and announced plans to add AirPlay support to its app.

Apple is reportedly planning to launch three new iPhones this year.

TiVo has announced plans to launch a new Apple TV app with support for Live TV and DVR.

The Twelve South Powerpic picture frame stand with an integrated 10W Qi wireless charger is on sale today for 41% off.

Worldwide PC shipments totaled 86.6 million units in the fourth quarter of 2018, a drop of 4.3% from the year before.

Foxconn reported an 8.3% year over year drop in revenue for December 2018.

Apple has released macOS Mojave 10.14.3 beta 4 to developers for testing.

Apple has released iOS 12.1.3 beta 4 to developers for testing.

Apple Maps has been updated with support for Turn-by-Turn directions in India.

Samsung has announced a press event on February 20th to unveil its 10th anniversary flagship phone, likely called the Galaxy S10.

Pioneer Electronics USA has introduced a new SPH-10BT single-DIN in-dash receiver that uses your smartphone its display.

A 2-pack of Aukey Smart Plugs are on sale for $20.15 today.

Ikea has announced plans to launch its FYRTUR smart blinds with Apple HomeKit support in the U.S. on April 1st.

Shure has announced the launch of a new MV88+ Video Kit which features a digital stereo condenser microphone, Manfrotto PIXI tripod, phone clamp, and mount; as well as, iOS and USB-C cables.

Elgato has announced the launch of a new Thunderbolt 3 Pro Dock which lets you connect numerous devices to your Mac with just a single cable.

A new report from Nikkei claims that Apple is cutting its current iPhone production plan by about 10% for the next three months.

Apple has posted a list of television models that will soon support AirPlay 2.

In an interview with Jim Cramer, Apple CEO Tim Cook declares that the company's long term health has never been better.

Lutron has announced that its Caséta smart home system is getting a new Fan Speed Control and Fan Pico Remote.

Apple has announced that it will hold its 2019 Annual Meeting of Shareholders at the Steve Jobs Theater on March 1, 2019.

Google has announced that it's rolling out Google Assistant integration to Google Maps for iOS and Android starting today.

Signify has announced that it is extending its collection of Philips Hue Outdoor smart lighting products.

Xiaomi has announced pair of wireless earbuds that look very similar to Apple's popular AirPods.

Ring unveiled a new Smart Lighting product line at CES 2019.

Photos have leaked of what appears to be an unreleased iPad mini.

Sony has announced that its new Z9G Series, A9G Series and X950G Series TVs will be compatible with Apple HomeKit and AirPlay 2.

Seagate has announced the IronWolf 110 SATA SSD, the world's first purpose-built solid state drive for network attached storage.

LaCie has unveiled two new external drives, the LaCie Mobile Drive and the LaCie Mobile SSD.

Blue has announced Ember, a new premium, cardioid XLR condenser microphone for capturing professional sound.

LG has announced that its 2019 AI TV lineup will feature support for Apple HomeKit and AirPlay 2.