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2021
Apple launches For All Mankind: Time Capsule app
Apple launched the augmented reality app For All Mankind: Time Capsule to promote the second season of For All Mankind on Apple TV Plus.
2021
Apple adds self-service Activation Lock support request page
Apple added a website page with steps for turning off Activation Lock and a link for U.S. customers to initiate an Activation Lock support request without contacting a support representative.
2021
Apple launches For All Mankind: Time Capsule AR app
Apple created and launched the free augmented reality app “For All Mankind: Time Capsule” to promote the upcoming second season of “For All Mankind.”
2021
Apple and TSMC partner to develop micro OLED displays
Apple partnered with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC) to develop micro OLED displays intended for its upcoming augmented reality devices. The project was at the trial-production stage and was expected to take several years to reach mass production.
2021
Gesture Technology Partners sues Apple over camera-related patents
Gesture Technology Partners sued Apple, alleging that Face ID and other iPhone camera features infringed patents invented by Timothy Pryor. The supplied report describes the allegations and does not establish a court determination.
2021
Chunghwa Telecom begins selling HomePod mini
Chunghwa Telecom began selling Apple HomePod mini in Taiwan and offered it with qualifying 5G plans.
2021
Apple expands production outside China
Apple was increasing production of its products outside China, including expanding iPhone production in India, mobilizing suppliers to expand HomePod mini capacity in Vietnam, and relocating some Mac mini production to Malaysia. The report also described plans for future production moves.
2021
Consumer sues Apple over alleged monopolistic conduct in China
A consumer sued Apple, alleging abuse of market dominance over higher prices for some app memberships on Apple's platform and limited payment options. The Shanghai Intellectual Property Court accepted the case in February 2021; the report describes the monopoly claim as the plaintiff's allegation.
2021
Apple faces lawsuit over app membership pricing and payment options
A Shanghai Apple user sued Apple, alleging monopoly-related conduct after finding that several app memberships cost more through Apple’s channel than on Android and that purchases offered limited payment options. The Shanghai Intellectual Property Court accepted the case in February 2021; the article reports allegations, not a court finding.
2021
Apple tests mask-wearing iPhone unlock feature
Apple released a test version of a feature that lets users wearing a mask unlock an iPhone using an Apple Watch. The article said a full release was expected in spring 2021.
2021
Apple publishes iCloud Passwords extension for Chrome on Windows
Apple's iCloud Passwords extension for Chrome on Windows was published to the Chrome Web Store late on Sunday, allowing Windows users to access and sync iCloud Keychain passwords in Chrome.
2021
Apple offers refurbished 27-inch iMacs at a discount
Apple began selling certified refurbished 27-inch iMac models in the United States and Canada at prices about 15% below new models.
2021
Apple announces Black Unity Collection Apple Watch
Apple announced a limited-edition Apple Watch as part of its Black Unity collection, with sales planned to begin February 1 at Apple and Target. The watch body is planned to be sold only during February.
2021
Apple adds Handoff features to HomePod mini
Apple pushed a system update that added Handoff features for HomePod mini models equipped with a U1 chip, including controls that appear when an iPhone is brought close to the speaker.
2021
Apple introduces Black Unity Collection Apple Watch
Apple announced a limited-edition Apple Watch as part of its Black Unity Collection. The watch was scheduled to go on sale at Apple and Target in the U.S. beginning February 1, 2021, and a portion of proceeds would go to civil rights organizations.
2021
Altroconsumo launches class action against Apple over planned obsolescence
Italian consumer association Altroconsumo said it had launched a class action against Apple over alleged planned obsolescence involving iPhone models. It is seeking 60 million euros in damages on behalf of Italian consumers.
2021
Apple introduces Time to Walk for Fitness+ subscribers
Apple revealed Time to Walk, a new audio walking feature for Apple Watch and Fitness+ subscribers. The feature includes episodes with notable guests sharing personal moments recorded while walking.
2021
Apple rolls out watchOS 7.3 release candidate with Unity watch face
Apple rolled out the watchOS 7.3 release candidate to developers, including a new Unity watch face.
2021
Maryland education department partners with Apple on app-development program
The Maryland State Department of Education announced a partnership with Apple for a career and technical education program in mobile applications and software development, planned to begin in the 2021–22 school year.
2021
Apple clarifies AirPods Max power-mode behavior
After users reported rapid battery drain, Apple clarified in a support document how and when AirPods Max is designed to enter low-power and ultra-low-power states.