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Wednesday April 3, 2024

Simple tips to safely photograph the eclipse with your cellphone

The moment of totality during a solar eclipse in Glendo, Wyo., on Aug. 21, 2017. John T. Meader hide caption

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Solar eclipse 2024: Follow the path of totality

Simple tips to safely photograph the eclipse with your cellphone

April 3, 2024 • Some people with expensive photo equipment are hoping to get the perfect shot during Monday's total solar eclipse. But for the rest of us, a cellphone camera is what we have to work with.

Thursday March 28, 2024

'Green bubble shaming' at play in DOJ suit against Apple

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'Green bubble shaming' at play in DOJ suit against Apple

March 28, 2024 • Android users have long complained that texting someone with an iPhone on iMessage is an unpleasant experience. The Justice Department argues it is also an example of anti-competitive behavior.

'Green bubble shaming' at play in DOJ suit against Apple

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Thursday March 21, 2024

The U.S. sues Apple, saying it abuses its power to monopolize the smartphone market

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The U.S. sues Apple, saying it abuses its power to monopolize the smartphone market

March 21, 2024 • The federal government accuses Apple of using its monopoly power to stomp out competitors and keep customers from switching phones.

Wednesday July 12, 2023

So your tween wants a smartphone? Read this first

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So your tween wants a smartphone? Read this first

July 12, 2023 • When's the right time to start your child with a phone? Is 12 too young? Here's what a professional screen time consultant tells parents about the risks kids face online.

So your tween wants a smartphone? Read this first

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Tuesday February 21, 2023

She left her 2007 iPhone in its box for over a decade. It just sold for $63K

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She left her 2007 iPhone in its box for over a decade. It just sold for $63K

February 21, 2023 • The iPhone was auctioned off for over 100 times more than its original cost — the latest record-breaking sum for such a sale. An expert explains how old gadgets became "similar to precious metals."

Friday September 9, 2022

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The Indicator from Planet Money

Heat waves, remote work, iPhones

September 9, 2022 • Crank up that AC because a record-breaking heat wave is sweeping through the American West. That, plus workplace surveys, and Apple's newest drop on indicators of the week.

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Thursday September 8, 2022

Apple CEO Tim Cook's fix for those pesky green text bubbles? 'Buy your mom an iPhone'

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Apple CEO Tim Cook's fix for those pesky green text bubbles? 'Buy your mom an iPhone'

September 8, 2022 • Google has called on Apple to adopt RCS, a new messaging service that is increasingly used on Android devices. The iPhone maker, which uses its own iMessage service, hasn't budged.

Wednesday November 17, 2021

Apple will soon sell you parts and tools to fix your own iPhone or Mac at home

People shop at the Fifth Avenue Apple Store in September in New York City. Apple says customers who want to repair their own devices will be able to buy the parts and tools to do so for certain products starting early next year. Spencer Platt/Getty Images hide caption

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Apple will soon sell you parts and tools to fix your own iPhone or Mac at home

November 17, 2021 • Apple's new program will be available in the U.S. for certain iPhone models starting in early 2022. Customers can buy the parts and tools for DIY repair and recycle used parts in exchange for credit.

Thursday September 23, 2021

The European Union Wants A Universal Charger For Cellphones And Other Devices

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The European Union Wants A Universal Charger For Cellphones And Other Devices

September 23, 2021 • According to the EU, 38% of consumers reported struggling at least once to charge their cellphones because they couldn't find a compatible charger.

Tuesday September 14, 2021

Your Next iPhone Could Have 1 Terabyte Of Storage

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Your Next iPhone Could Have 1 Terabyte Of Storage

September 14, 2021 • The new iPhone 13, available later this month, will have an option for a terabyte of storage — that's 1,000 gigabytes, up from its previous maximum of 512 GB.

Saturday July 31, 2021

IPhone Photo Award Winners Capture Tender Moments, Stark Contrasts And A Magical Sky

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IPhone Photo Award Winners Capture Tender Moments, Stark Contrasts And A Magical Sky

July 31, 2021 • The winning images from this year's iPhone Photography Awards feature a man connecting with his horse, two rugged shepherds holding soft lambs and a figure looking into a brilliant night sky.

Monday April 26, 2021

Apple Rolls Out Major New Privacy Protections For iPhones And iPads

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Apple Rolls Out Major New Privacy Protections For iPhones And iPads

April 26, 2021 • Users will now encounter pop-ups asking whether they want to allow their data to be shared with third parties. That little question could have a big impact on advertising companies like Facebook.

Saturday July 25, 2020

Prize-Winning Phone Pix Dial Up Moments Of Freedom And Serenity

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Prize-Winning Phone Pix Dial Up Moments Of Freedom And Serenity

July 25, 2020 • The winners of the iPhone Photography Awards for best photos taken by an iPhone or iPad were announced this week. They span the globe and the range of human emotion.

Tuesday September 10, 2019

Apple Launches Video-Streaming Service For $4.99 A Month

Apple CEO Tim Cook announces details of the company's new Apple TV+ video-streaming service Tuesday in Cupertino, Calif. Tony Avelar/AP hide caption

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Apple Launches Video-Streaming Service For $4.99 A Month

September 10, 2019 • Apple is entering the video-streaming race, taking on Netflix, Disney and others with a new monthly subscription of $4.99. The company also announced new iPhones, as their sales have been slowing.

Friday April 5, 2019

2 Students Allegedly Cheated Apple Out Of Nearly $900,000 In Fake iPhone Scheme

Two students in Oregon allegedly defrauded Apple out of nearly $900,000, according to a criminal complaint. Mary Altaffer/AP hide caption

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2 Students Allegedly Cheated Apple Out Of Nearly $900,000 In Fake iPhone Scheme

April 5, 2019 • Prosecutors say it was an elaborate deception that involved roping in friends and family, while using nonsensical pseudonyms and a slew of mailing addresses. The plot seems to have come from China.