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2021
Apple introduces watchOS 8
Apple introduced watchOS 8, a major update for Apple Watch devices with new and enhanced features.
2021
Scramoge Technology sues Apple over wireless charging patents
Scramoge Technology filed suit against Apple in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas, claiming that Apple products infringe wireless charging patents. The article identifies iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods as products covered by the suit; the claim is an allegation, not a stated court determination.
2021
Apple Music adds Spatial Audio and Lossless Audio
Apple announced that Spatial Audio and Lossless Audio had gone live on Apple Music at no extra charge. The article says the additions were noticed rolling out the previous day, but reports Apple's announcement that the upgrade was live that morning.
2021
Apple announces macOS Monterey
Apple introduced macOS Monterey as the successor to macOS Big Sur, with privacy enhancements, keyboard sharing, and other features. The software was planned to become available to developers as a beta and to come preinstalled on Mac computers later in the year.
2021
Apple announces FaceTime updates
At WWDC 2021, Apple announced updates to FaceTime, including background blurring, background noise cancellation, browser-based cross-platform support, invite links, and grid view.
2021
Apple announces new operating systems at WWDC
Apple announced iOS 15, macOS Monterey, iPadOS 15 and watchOS 8 at its online Worldwide Developers Conference. The article says iOS 15's new software features would arrive in the fall as a free update for iPhone 6s and later models.
2021
Apple settled lawsuit over repair workers’ disclosure of customer images
Apple paid millions of dollars to settle a case after repair workers at an Apple repair contractor took explicit photos and videos from a customer's phone and posted them on Facebook. The article reports that the case was settled for an undisclosed amount.
2021
Apple announces iCloud+ upgrade and new features
Apple announced an iCloud upgrade named iCloud+, with added features including Digital Legacy, IP address hiding and email forwarding.
2021
Apple unveils macOS Monterey
Apple unveiled macOS 12 Monterey, describing new features including Universal Control, AirPlay to Mac, Shortcuts, and Safari Tab Groups. The public beta was planned for the following month, with general availability planned for the fall.
2021
Apple previews next-generation operating system updates
Apple previewed upcoming operating system updates for iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple TV, including new features and privacy controls. The preview was presented at its Worldwide Developer Conference held virtually on Monday (U.S. time).
2021
Apple introduces SharePlay for FaceTime
Apple introduced SharePlay as part of the FaceTime update in iOS 15, enabling users to watch or listen together, share screens and access apps during FaceTime calls.
2021
Apple introduces Screen Time API for developers
At its Worldwide Developers Conference on June 7, Apple introduced a Screen Time API with frameworks that let developers create parental-control experiences using Apple's Screen Time system.
2021
Apple announces a planned Android app to detect separated AirTags
Apple said it plans to introduce an Android application later in 2021 that will let users detect an AirTag or Find My network-enabled accessory separated from its owner that may be travelling with them.
2021
Apple announces plans for an Android AirTag detection app
Apple was planning an Android app to help users detect an AirTag or Find My network-enabled accessory separated from its owner that may be traveling with them; the article reports a plan, not a completed launch.
2021
Apple updates AirTag sound timing
Apple said it was updating AirTag so that a tracker separated from its owner would play a sound after a random period of 8 to 24 hours, rather than after three days, citing privacy and security concerns.
2021
Apple launches WWDC 2021 YouTube live stream
Apple launched a YouTube live stream for WWDC 2021, where viewers could sign up to receive a reminder when the event begins.
2021
UK High Court rules Apple infringed two Optis patents
A High Court judge ruled in June that Apple infringed two Optis patents. The article states that the amount Apple must pay was still to be determined.
2021
UK court rules that Apple infringed Optis patents
A UK High Court judge ruled that Apple infringed two Optis patents and ordered Apple to pay a licence fee; the amount had not yet been determined in the report.
2021
AliveCor sues Apple over Apple Watch heart-rate apps
AliveCor sued Apple in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, alleging that Apple used Apple Watch’s market position to exclude other heart-rate analysis app providers. The article reports the allegation and does not state a court determination.
2021
Apple reportedly prepares a new entry-level AirPods model
A report said Apple was preparing a new entry-level AirPods model for sale by the end of 2021; the source describes a plan, not a completed release.