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2021
Apple announces Japan New Year promotion
Apple announced a two-day Japan promotion offering eligible customers Apple gift cards worth up to 24,000 yen when they buy qualifying Apple products on January 2 and 3. The first 20,000 customers buying specified iPhone models during the promotion would also receive a limited-edition AirTag with custom engraving.
2021
Apple closes New York City stores to indoor shopping
Apple closed all 12 of its New York City stores to indoor shopping; customers could still pick up online orders at the stores.
2021
Apple closes New York City retail stores amid rising Covid-19 cases
Apple said it had closed its New York City retail stores due to a spike in Covid-19 cases; customers could still pick up online orders at the stores.
2021
Apple retail workers stage Christmas Eve walkout
Apple retail workers staged a walkout on Christmas Eve, demanding better working conditions. Organizers said at least 50 workers across three states called out, citing insufficient paid sick leave and a lack of pandemic hazard pay. Apple said all employees receive paid sick leave for COVID-like symptoms.
2021
Dutch regulator rules against Apple App Store payment policies
The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets ruled that Apple’s commission policies on in-app payments violated Dutch competition law and ordered Apple to adjust the conditions applied to dating-app providers.
2021
Apple releases iOS 15.2 with parts and service history
Apple released iOS 15.2, which added a parts and service history feature allowing users to check whether replaced iPhone components are genuine.
2021
Apple Watch users report charging problems after watchOS update
A report said many Apple Watch Series 7 users experienced charging problems after updating to watchOS 8.3, including very slow charging with third-party chargers; charging returned to normal with the original charger.
2021
Apple offers free two-hour shipping in most metro areas
Apple began promoting free two-hour delivery in most metro areas; the promotion was set to run through noon on Christmas Eve.
2021
Apple temporarily closes eight retail stores amid COVID-19 case surge
Apple temporarily shut eight retail locations in the United States and Canada amid a surge in COVID-19 cases among the public and its employees. The locations had been closed since Tuesday, December 21, 2021.
2021
Apple Music receives a native interface in macOS 12.2 Beta
In macOS 12.2 Beta, Apple Music uses macOS's native interface framework, and its search results page is displayed as a native interface rather than a web page.
2021
Apple files lawsuit against Ericsson over 5G patent licensing
Apple filed a lawsuit against Ericsson in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, alleging that Ericsson used hard-line tactics in 5G patent licensing negotiations and failed to license standard-essential patents at a fair price.
2021
Disney+ adds Apple SharePlay support
Disney+ released an app update enabling subscribers to use Apple’s SharePlay co-viewing feature on Apple iOS, iPadOS and tvOS devices. The feature is compatible globally across the Disney+ catalog.
2021
Apple releases iOS and iPadOS 15.2
Apple pushed the iOS and iPadOS 15.2 update to iPhone and iPad users. The update includes the Digital Legacy feature, an Apple Music Voice plan, an App Privacy Report, and other features and bug fixes.
2021
Apple launches Tracker Detect for Android
Apple launched Tracker Detect, an Android app that can scan for item trackers supported by Apple's Find My network; the article says the app is live on Google Play Store.
2021
Apple launches Tracker Detect app for Android
Apple launched the free Tracker Detect app on the Google Play Store, designed to allow Android users to locate AirTags and compatible item trackers separated from their owners.
2021
Apple Card referral offer
Apple launched a referral offer for Apple Card: referred new customers who opened an account by December 24 and made a purchase within 30 days could receive $75 in Daily Cash.
2021
Apple launches Tracker Detect for Android
Apple launched the Tracker Detect Android app, which helps users scan for nearby AirTags or compatible item trackers that may be traveling with them without their knowledge.
2021
Apple develops an AirPods firmware update tool for technicians
Apple developed a tool for its technicians at Apple Stores and authorized repair centers to manually update AirPods firmware; the report says it is not available to all users.
2021
Apple sued over alleged Apple Watch battery and screen safety defect
Apple was sued in federal court in Oakland, California. The lawsuit alleges that swelling of the Apple Watch's internal battery could cause the display to crack or shatter, creating a safety hazard and risk of injury; these are allegations in the complaint.
2021
Apple releases firmware updates for MagSafe chargers
Apple released updated firmware for the MagSafe Charger. The article also reports an update to the MagSafe Battery Pack firmware; Apple provided no release notes, so the changes are unspecified.