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Barbra is Wrong

The Hollywood Reporter:

“She pronounces my name wrong,” Streisand said Saturday on NPR’s Weekend Edition. “With a soft S, like sand on the beach. I’ve been saying this for my whole career.”
Streisand, who is currently on tour for her new album…

My Thoughts on Apple and Spotify’s App Store Battle

Me, writing for AppleToolbox:

Spotify is just trying to cause trouble. Amazon has long not offered in-app subscriptions in its iOS apps, and instead just shown a “log-in” button. Spotify is clearly breaking the…

Gboard for iOS Review

Last week, however, Google made the news with the surprise announcement of Gboard, a new keyboard *exclusively* for iOS. It quickly rose to the top of the App Store charts, and even Android users are asking Google why this is an iOS exclusive. I was skeptical and decided to use it as my…

The Future of Apple Music

Yours Truly, writing for Apple Toolbox:

The revamp is said to revolve around an all-new design, the main gripe users had with the original launch last year. In addition, the app will include changes to the ‘For You’ tab, and the possible integration of…

Apple Music Relaunch set for WWDC

Mark Gurman, 9to5mac:

Nearly a year after Apple Music’s debut, Apple is preparing to announce its streaming music service’s first end-to-end overhaul, according to multiple sources familiar with the changes. The changes are expected to be shown…

Apple Launches Updated MacBook and MacBook Air

Apple:

Apple® today updated MacBook® with the latest Intel processors, improved graphics performance, faster flash storage and an additional hour of battery life, making the thinnest and lightest Mac® better than ever…

Apple’s Encryption Fight Continues

Bloomberg:

Apple Inc.’s fight over privacy with the U.S. isn’t over yet, even after the government dropped a demand for the company’s help in accessing a California shooter’s iPhone because someone else found a way to crack it.