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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.
2021
Customers file proposed class-action lawsuit against Apple over Apple Watch screens
Four Apple Watch customers filed a proposed class-action lawsuit against Apple, alleging that a defect could cause screens to detach, crack or shatter and injure customers.
2021
Hyatt enables Apple Wallet room keys at six US properties
Hyatt announced that guests at six US properties can use an iPhone or Apple Watch to unlock guestrooms and common areas through Apple Wallet.
2021
Apple Wallet hotel keys launch with Hyatt
Apple launched support for hotel room keys in Apple Wallet, rolling it out with Hyatt at six U.S. properties. Hyatt was the first hotel partner for the technology.
2021
Apple challenges Russian antimonopoly warning in court
Apple brought legal action against Russia’s Federal Antimonopoly Service to challenge a warning requiring it to allow app developers to inform customers about alternative payment options. The warning concerned alleged abuse in the market; the supplied report does not establish a court determination on the merits.
2021
Apple announces 2021 App Store Award winners
Apple announced the winners of the 2021 App Store Awards, recognizing apps and games across ten categories and highlighting Connection as the trend of the year.
2021
Apple begins selling 2021 MacBook Pro models in Taiwan
Apple began selling the 2021 MacBook Pro models in Taiwan through its official website on December 6, 2021.
2021
Apple announces 2021 App Store Award winners
Apple announced its 2021 App Store Award winners, naming apps and games across its platforms. The article lists winners including Toca Life World, LumaFusion, Craft, DAZN, and League of Legends: Wild Rift.
2021
Apple’s iOS 14 wins FCC Chair’s Award for Advancement in Accessibility
The FCC announced the 2021 winners of its Chair’s Awards for Advancement in Accessibility; the article reports that Apple won an award for iOS 14.
2021
Apple announces 2021 App Store Award winners
Apple announced the winners of its 2021 App Store Awards. Toca Life World won iPhone App of the Year.
2021
MARVEL Future Revolution wins Apple's iPad Game of the Year
MARVEL Future Revolution was recognized as Apple's 2021 iPad Game of the Year in the App Store Awards.
2021
Apple launches Mac Upgrade Program for businesses
Apple launched a Mac Upgrade Program for small businesses and Apple business partners, with CIT as the financing partner. The program allows participating businesses to distribute and upgrade MacBook fleets for workers through monthly installments.
2021
Italy's competition authority fines Apple and Google
Italy's competition authority fined Apple and Google around $11.3 million each over Consumer Code violations. The article describes the violations as involving lack of information and aggressive practices regarding the acquisition and use of consumer data for commercial purposes.
2021
Small-claims ruling over defective iPhone
In Janet Carlson’s small-claims case over a defective iPhone, the magistrate agreed with her claim; Carlson later received a $2,800 check from Apple. The article does not give the date of the magistrate’s decision.
2021
Italy fines Amazon and Apple over Beats sales restrictions
Italy's competition authority fined Amazon €68.7 million and Apple €134.5 million after finding that an agreement between them restricted sales of Apple and Beats products on Amazon's Italian website. It also ordered the companies to end the restrictions and allow sales in a non-discriminatory manner.
2021
Apple sues NSO Group over Pegasus spyware
Apple sued NSO Group over the use of Pegasus spyware to target Apple devices and sought an injunction to stop NSO from using Apple software, services, or devices. The lawsuit alleges that NSO enabled spyware attacks on Apple users.
2021
Apple sues NSO Group over alleged targeting of Apple users
Apple announced that it is suing NSO Group for the “surveillance and targeting of Apple users” and is seeking to block access to its mobile devices. The lawsuit also includes NSO Group’s parent company Q Cyber Technologies.
2021
Italy fines Amazon and Apple over sales restrictions
Italy's antitrust authority fined Amazon and Apple over alleged anti-competitive cooperation in sales of Apple and Beats products. The authority said provisions in a 2018 agreement restricted which resellers could sell the products on Amazon.it and ordered the companies to end the restrictions. Apple denied wrongdoing and said it planned to appeal.
2021
UK regulator contacts Apple and Google among 40 companies over children's data practices
The UK's Information Commissioner's Office contacted 40 companies in social media, gaming, video and music streaming, including Apple and Google, as part of its examination of services' interactions with children and potential compliance with privacy requirements. Research cited in the report alleged that the companies' app stores did not do enough to prevent underage users from downloading age-inappropriate apps.
2021
Apple announces Self Service Repair programme
Apple announced its Self Service Repair programme. The programme is planned to launch in the US in early 2022 and will initially cover replacement parts for recent iPhones.