Sure, technically Apple’s first Android app was the now discontinued Beats Music which it picked up through acquisition last year and it’s developing Apple Music for Google’s platform, but it’s very fitting that Apple’s first in-house app is called Switch to iOS from Android. Apple first announced the new Android app this year alongside iOS 9 at its developer conference, and today with iOS 9’s official launch the Move to iOS app is officially available on the Google Play Store....

A union representing some UK retail store staff says that Apple pay raises awarded recently actually amount to a pay cut after inflation is factored in. The union noted that Apple’s revenue and profit both rose dramatically last year and also pointed to the increase in Tim Cook’s compensation. Background We first learned of retail staff plans to unionize back in February, when groups at two stores were reportedly preparing paperwork to file with the National Labor Relations Board, with about six more locations at earlier stages of planning....

As we move closer to the public release of iOS 11, Apple tonight has shared a series of new ‘how to’ videos for iPad features that come along with the newest software. The last series of videos from Apple shared earlier this month featured Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson and Siri along with the iPhone 7. The latest videos shine the spotlight on the new capabilities that iOS 11 brings to the iPad and iPad Pro....

Apple has released the sixth iOS 10.3.3 beta for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. Apple has also released the sixth macOS 10.12.6 beta. The beta version only includes new wallpapers for the 12.9-inch iPad Pro and no other visible changes, although the release may be the last bug fix update for devices not able to run iOS 11. iOS 10.3.3 and macOS 10.12.6 are currently only available in developer and public beta, although the sixth beta release strongly suggests a release to all users is likely coming soon....

Following the news just last weekend that Apple would be closing their Green Hills retail location in Nashville, Tennessee for renovations on February 11th, the company has posted a similar message on their retail website announcing the temporary closure of Apple Alderwood Mall in Lynnwood, Washington. Just like previous announcements, the retail page for Apple Alderwood Mall has been updated to say “We’re making the Apple Store you love even lovelier....

Apple this evening has shared a pair of new videos to its YouTube channel as part of its ongoing how-to series. These videos focus on Apple Pay and the process of setting up a card and subsequently paying in store using your iPhone. The first video runs users through the process of adding a card to Apple Pay on their iPhone. Like many of Apple’s how-to videos, this one is simple and to the point, taking users through the process with step-by-step instructions and examples:...

Today’s best deals include the first discounts on Apple’s new 13-inch MacBook Pro, plus various first-party iPhone 11/Pro/Max cases, and Apple Watch Series 3 returns for a notable price drop. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break. 13-inch MacBook Pro sees first discounts Apple’s official iPhone 11 cases on sale Apple Watch Series 3 deals return Today only, Sam’s Club offers Apple Watch Series 3 from $169....

Apple today has launched a new repair program for iPhone 6 Plus users affected by the widely reported on “Touch Disease” hardware flaw. This flaw centers around an iPhone’s display becoming unresponsive and displaying a thin gray flickering line along the top. As part of the new repair program, Apple will repair affected devices for a flat service price of $149. Apple writes on its website that it has determined that “some” iPhone 6 Plus units are plagued by the problem....

Update: Alongside Germany, Apple has also made the report accidents feature on Apple Maps available to users in Spain as well. It’s possible to report accidents, danger zones, and speed check Germany is the latest country to add support for reporting incidents using Apple Maps. This feature launched alongside iOS 14.5 and is slowly expanding globally. As spotted by Macerkopf, with this feature now live in Germany, users can report an accident and danger zones on a new menu of the app....

There have been a number of amusing cases where Android smartphone makers or their brand ambassadors have tweeted using Twitter for iPhone, but the official Apple Music account has now managed to do the opposite: tweet from an Android device … The @AppleMusic account responded to a tweet from Ariana Grande about her Christmas & Chill album. Apple Music provided a link to the EP with a heart symbol back in November – but YouTube tech reviewer Marques Brownlee spotted that the tweet was sent from an Android device....

Apple has just registered a lot of products with the Eurasian Economic Commission database, from iPads to Watches to iPhones and even the iPod touch. However, most of these filings do not represent new products and are merely updating the database to account for the fact that these hardware models will soon ship with new versions of their respective operating systems, like iOS 13 and macOS Catalina. There are a handful of wholly new devices too, including what looks to be model identifiers for the upcoming 16-inch MacBook Pro....

In a series of new videos posted this evening, Apple is focusing creativity and productivity on the new iPad Pro. The theme for all of the videos revolve around “made with iPad Pro” which is similar to Apple’s “Shot on iPhone” ads, focusing on the strengths of the device. In this case, creativity and productivity. They feature video titles starting with “A new way to”, likely pushing the narrative that an iPad Pro is a real computer capable of doing real computer tasks....

Apple appears to be rolling out a new iOS app called Support that works on iPhone and iPad. Support for iOS includes helpful links to support articles as well as access to AppleCare services. Here’s how Apple describes the new app: Apple previously included some of the features found in the new Support app in its existing Apple Store app, but recently removed the ability to schedule Genius Bar appointments as it removes the emphasis on the Genius Bar in its stores....

From 9to5Toys.com: A lot of our favorite apps are on sale in this special promotion. Scanner Pro, Fantastical, Launch Center Pro, Clear, Notability, PDF Expert and many more are at or near all time low prices. Too early for back to school? Full list of Apps and markdowns follows: Boxer for $4.99 (down from $9.99) Clear for $1.99 (down from $4.99) Due for $1.99 (down from $4.99) Fantastical 2 for iPhone for $4....

Each year at WWDC, Apple puts on a celebratory Bash event for developers. The event every year features a live music performance and this year is no different. Apple announced today that this year’s musical guest is popular band Panic! At The Disco… On the WWDC schedule, Apple touts that the WWDC18 Bash will feature a “special DJ” as well as a performance by Panic! At The Disco: The WWDC18 Bash will be held at the Discovery Meadow, which is just “steps” away away from the McEnery Convention Center where the rest of the WWDC festivities have been held....

Apple’s Amsterdam store has been evacuated and temporarily closed after an iPad battery exploded and released potentially harmful substances into the air. As reported by iCulture, Apple employees secured the iPad and punctured battery in a container of sand after it exploded. Fortunately, there was no fire or smoke, or major injuries. However, three employees who experienced trouble breathing were treated by first responders. Due to the chemicals potentially released, the store has been closed as firefighters work to ventilate the space and clear out any harmful vapors....

Apple’s ecosystem is perhaps the most valuable asset the company possesses, after its brand, so eyebrows were raised when Google yesterday announced plans to replicate many of the key elements of that ecosystem. While some Apple fans were outraged at what they saw as blatant copying of Apple features, my view is that this is good news for Android and iPhone users alike … Google went on to describe its plans to allow Wear OS smartwatches to unlock Chromebooks, and to adopt Spatial Audio....

Apple’s upcoming MagSafe Duo Charger has officially recovered approval from the FCC (Federal Communications Commission) in the United States. Apple’s website still lists the 2-in-1 Apple Watch and iPhone charger as “coming soon,” but FCC approval is a good indication that a release could happen soon. The new FCC filing is for a “Two Coil Charger” with the model number A2458 from Apple. The documents submitted by Apple detail how the charger can be used to power an iPhone and an Apple Watch at the same time....

Apple’s latest MacBook Air hits a new all-time low in today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break. Plus you can save big on iPhone 11 and the 16-inch MacBook Pro is also on sale. Head below for all that and more. 13-inch MacBook Air hits all-time low Apple’s latest MacBook Air sports a redesigned Magic Keyboard and 13-inch Retina display. This particular model sports a 1.1GHz 10th generation Intel Core i5 dual-core processor with 512GB of storage and 8GB worth of RAM....

As it does every year, Apple today has launched a collection of exclusive discounts from popular retailers. These discounts apply when you check out with apple Pay in apps or on the web. Read on for details on all of the promotions offered this year. This year, Apple is partnering with 12 different retailers for exclusive Apple Pay discounts. The offers are valid today through December 18 (except for the Crocs deal)....