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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.
2021
Apple released iCloud for Windows 13
Apple released iCloud for Windows 13, adding support for ProRes videos and ProRAW photos, the ability for shared-file participants to add or remove people, and strong-password generation through the iCloud Passwords app.
2021
Apple announces US test of Business Essentials
Apple said it would begin testing its Business Essentials service in the United States on Wednesday and that the service would be free until it was finalized the following year.
2021
Apple adds nearby AirTag scanning to iOS 15.2 beta
Apple introduced a feature in the iOS 15.2 beta that lets users scan for nearby AirTags that may be tracking their location. The feature was available in the beta; the article says the wider rollout had not yet occurred.
2021
Apple plans software update to ease iPhone 13 screen repairs
Apple said it plans to release a software update that would allow independent repair shops and consumers to replace iPhone 13 screens without disabling Face ID. The update had not yet been released in the source.
2021
Apple announces Apple Business Essentials beta
Apple announced Apple Business Essentials, a service for small and midsized businesses that combines device and user management, support, and related tools. The free beta was available in the U.S. at announcement; Apple said the full service was planned for spring 2022.
2021
Apple appoints Alex Gorsky to its board
Apple welcomed Alex Gorsky to its board of directors. Gorsky was identified in the article as Johnson & Johnson's chief executive.
2021
Apple launches Business Essentials subscription service
Apple launched Business Essentials, a subscription service intended to help small-business owners manage employee Apple devices. Apple said it would begin testing the service in the United States on the same day, with free testing until the service is finalized the following year.
2021
Apple introduces Apple Business Essentials in beta
Apple introduced Apple Business Essentials, an enterprise service for businesses with up to 500 employees. The service was in beta testing, with its formal release planned for spring 2022.
2021
Apple redesigns the Apple ID sign-in page
Apple changed the design of the Apple ID sign-in page, adding a new dot-and-Apple-logo design and information about what the website can be used for.
2021
Apple releases TestFlight for Mac
Apple formally released TestFlight for Mac, allowing developers to invite users to test early versions of Mac apps through the platform.
2021
Apple temporarily reduces prices on Beats headphones
Apple temporarily reduced prices on Beats Flex, Beats Studio Buds and Powerbeats Pro by $20 to $50.
2021
Apple reduces iPad production to prioritize iPhone 13
Apple cut iPad production and redirected components to iPhone 13 production amid a global chip supply crunch. The article reports that iPad production was down half from the original plan for the past two months.
2021
Apple discontinues three Beats headphone models
Apple discontinued the Powerbeats, Beats Solo Pro and Beats EP headphones; the products were no longer available for purchase on Apple's online store.
2021
Apple announces an increase in clean-energy suppliers
Apple announced that it would double the number of its clean-energy suppliers.
2021
Apple expands App Privacy Report beta
Apple's App Privacy Report entered a wider beta test with the release of the iOS 15.2 and iPadOS 15.2 betas; it was not yet accessible to the general public.
2021
Apple reports expansion of supplier clean-energy commitments
Apple announced that the number of suppliers committed to using 100 percent clean energy had more than doubled over the previous year, with 175 suppliers set to transition to renewable energy. The announcement also said Apple had added 10 projects to its Power for Impact initiative.
2021
Apple announces Fitness+ expansion to 15 countries
Apple announced that Fitness+ would become available in 15 additional countries on November 3, 2021.
2021
Apple Fitness+ launches SharePlay group workouts
Apple launched a Fitness+ feature that lets subscribers work out or meditate together in group sessions powered by SharePlay.