Plans by Apple and Disney to launch rival video streaming services this year could potentially sever the companies’ long-standing ties in the boardroom.

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FBI Director Christopher Wray once again hammered home his opposition on end-to-end encryption on Tuesday, suggesting that there are “solutions” for letting law enforcement bypass security measures without exposing consumers.

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A function of Intel’s processors dealing with speculative execution has another vulnerability that affects all Intel-based computers including Apple’s Mac, researchers have revealed, with “Spoiler” potentially allowing an attacker the ability to view the layout of memory, and in turn potentially access sensitive data stored in those locations.

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If the Shortcuts apps continually crashes the moment you open it, you’ve hit a bug in how iCloud syncs the shortcuts and their positions in your library. Here’s how to fix it.

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Apple on Tuesday issued the first beta of Swift Playgrounds 3.0, the next version of its iPad-based teaching tool for the Swift programming language.

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Apple has made another change to the British voice of Siri on its devices, with iOS and HomePod users now able to hear an updated version of the female voice following similar upgrades recently made to the male version in February.

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Apple has changed its policies regarding repairs via Apple retail outlets, with customers who have replaced the battery of their iPhone with an aftermarket model installed by a third-party repair shop now able to be repaired at the Genius Bar as well as at Apple Authorized Service Providers.

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Apple may only be planning to add 5G to 2020 iPhones, but even then the company might have a hard time acquiring needed modems, according to analysts.

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After selling out at the reduced price, Amazon’s $249 iPad deal is back while supplies last. Amazon has also issued a $200 cash discount on Apple’s current 13-inch MacBook Pro with function keys, bringing the price down to $1,099. Meanwhile, those looking for the steepest discounts on robust MacBook Pros and iMacs can save hundreds as well (oh, and Apple Watches are also on sale from $259).

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The Apple Watch’s activity app does a good job of pushing you into exercising more, but knowing that your friends can see when you’ve slacked off is a strong motivator. Here’s a two-minute tip on how to set up sharing your workout activity.

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