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Apple Blocks Underage App Downloads in 3 Countries
Solutions2d ago

Apple Blocks Underage App Downloads in 3 Countries

Apple just rolled out automatic age verification to protect kids from adult-rated apps in Australia, Brazil, and Singapore. The tech giant is giving developers new tools to confirm users' ages and comply with emerging digital safety laws worldwide.

The Verge2 min read
Apple Brings Mac Mini Production to Houston, Adds Thousands of Jobs
Innovation2d ago

Apple Brings Mac Mini Production to Houston, Adds Thousands of Jobs

Apple is opening its first U.S. Mac mini factory in Houston, doubling its manufacturing footprint and creating thousands of jobs while training the next generation of American manufacturers. The tech giant is also expanding AI server production in the city, with locally assembled servers already powering data centers nationwide.

Google: jobs created announcement2 min read
Apple Launches New Tools to Keep Kids Safer Online
Solutions2d ago

Apple Launches New Tools to Keep Kids Safer Online

Apple just rolled out age verification technology across multiple countries to help protect children from adult content and gambling mechanics in apps. The new system lets developers check users' ages without accessing personal information like birthdates.

TechCrunch2 min read
Nigerian Engineer Silas Adekunle Lands Apple Deal at 26
Innovation4d ago

Nigerian Engineer Silas Adekunle Lands Apple Deal at 26

A Lagos-born robotics engineer built the world's first gaming robot and secured an exclusive deal with Apple before turning 30. His journey from Nigeria to global tech stages is inspiring a new generation of African innovators.

Google: robotics innovation2 min read
Valve Developer Fixes Linux Gaming for Decade-Old Mac GPUs
Innovation4d ago

Valve Developer Fixes Linux Gaming for Decade-Old Mac GPUs

A Valve engineer just solved a frustrating bug that prevented old Apple iMacs from running modern Linux graphics drivers, breathing new life into machines nearly a decade old. The fix means better gaming and performance for owners who refused to give up on their trusty computers.

Google News - Technology3 min read
French Lab Grows Human Cartilage Using Apple Scaffolding
InnovationFeb 18

French Lab Grows Human Cartilage Using Apple Scaffolding

Scientists in France successfully rebuilt human cartilage in the lab using decellularized apples as scaffolding. This breakthrough could transform how doctors repair damaged joints, noses, and ears while reducing the need for donor tissue.

Medical Xpress2 min read
Texas Supermarkets Donate 5,000 Socks to Homeless Shelters
Acts of KindnessFeb 18

Texas Supermarkets Donate 5,000 Socks to Homeless Shelters

A fruit company and Texas supermarket chain turned apple and pear sales into 5,000 pairs of warm socks for people experiencing homelessness. For those living on the streets, a dry pair of socks can mean the difference between cold misery and basic comfort.

Google: charity donation2 min read
Scientist Turns Wild Roadside Apples Into Award-Winning Cider
Acts of KindnessFeb 16

Scientist Turns Wild Roadside Apples Into Award-Winning Cider

A Sydney researcher spent a decade foraging "feral" apples from country roadsides to craft unique ciders that celebrate nature's chaotic creativity. His guerrilla harvesting project has grown from a car boot full of wild fruit to a collaboration with a craft brewery.

ABC Australia3 min read
Steve Wozniak Inspires Students Weeks Before Apple Turns 50
InnovationFeb 15

Steve Wozniak Inspires Students Weeks Before Apple Turns 50

Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak visited High Point University to mentor students on innovation and curiosity, just weeks before Apple celebrates its 50th anniversary. The tech legend spent the day encouraging future entrepreneurs and even worked with students developing brain-wave controlled devices.

Google News - School Innovation2 min read
Boston Needs Volunteers to Support Foster Kids
Acts of KindnessFeb 13

Boston Needs Volunteers to Support Foster Kids

Boston CASA is recruiting volunteers to advocate for foster children in court, no special skills required. One retired IT worker has already changed eight young lives through simple acts like trampoline parks and apple picking.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Researchers Study Apple Watch Hypertension Feature
Health & WellnessFeb 12

Researchers Study Apple Watch Hypertension Feature

Scientists are taking a closer look at Apple's new hypertension detection feature to verify its accuracy. The research could help millions monitor their blood pressure more easily from their wrists.

STAT News2 min read
TV Show 'Heated Rivalry' Boosts Women's Hockey Interest 30%
SportsFeb 12

TV Show 'Heated Rivalry' Boosts Women's Hockey Interest 30%

A drama about gay hockey players is drawing massive new audiences to the sport, with female viewership up 30% and teams seeing real-world impacts. The show's success arrives as hockey grapples with becoming more inclusive.

Wired2 min read
Congo Engineer Builds Cloud Tech for Unstable Power Grids
SolutionsFeb 11

Congo Engineer Builds Cloud Tech for Unstable Power Grids

A former Apple and TikTok engineer is solving Africa's silent productivity crisis with infrastructure designed to work when the power goes out. Yamify is rebuilding cloud computing for the 99% of businesses that don't have stable electricity.

TechCabal2 min read
Apple and Google Reform UK App Stores After Duopoly Ruling
SolutionsFeb 11

Apple and Google Reform UK App Stores After Duopoly Ruling

Apple and Google have agreed to major app store changes in the UK to promote fair competition after regulators found they had an "effective duopoly." The reforms will help 400,000 jobs and boost the UK's largest app economy in Europe.

BBC Technology2 min read
Heat Pump Startup Raises $20M to Fight Climate Change
VideosFeb 11

Heat Pump Startup Raises $20M to Fight Climate Change

A company founded by tech veterans from Google, Apple, and Nest just secured $20 million to make heat pumps so attractive that homeowners actually want them. If every US home made the switch, it would equal removing 32 million cars from our roads.

CleanTechnica2 min read
iPhone's Lockdown Mode Shields Reporter From FBI Access
Community HeroesFeb 5

iPhone's Lockdown Mode Shields Reporter From FBI Access

When the FBI raided a Washington Post reporter's home and seized her devices, Apple's Lockdown Mode feature successfully prevented them from accessing her iPhone. The security tool, designed to protect against sophisticated cyber attacks, proved its worth in a real-world press freedom scenario.

Google News - Technology2 min read
Apple Watch Hack Finds Lost Items Without Your iPhone
InnovationFeb 5

Apple Watch Hack Finds Lost Items Without Your iPhone

A tech YouTuber just revealed a hidden Apple Watch feature that lets you precision-track AirTags from your wrist. Most users have no idea it exists because Apple never explains how to set it up.

Google News - Technology2 min read
Kashmir Shelves Rail Project to Save 700,000 Apple Trees
SolutionsFeb 4

Kashmir Shelves Rail Project to Save 700,000 Apple Trees

India's government halted two railway expansion projects in Kashmir after farmers and local leaders raised concerns about the impact on apple orchards and farmland. The decision protects the livelihoods of hundreds of farming families in one of the region's most important agricultural areas.

The Hindu2 min read
Michael J. Fox Returns to Acting After Harrison Ford's Call
Community HeroesFeb 3

Michael J. Fox Returns to Acting After Harrison Ford's Call

After seeing Harrison Ford portray Parkinson's disease on Apple TV's "Shrinking," Michael J. Fox was so moved he demanded a role on the show. The result is Fox's first acting appearance since 2020 and a reunion of two Hollywood legends.

Upworthy2 min read
New York Launches Robotics Hub With 160+ Startups
InnovationFeb 3

New York Launches Robotics Hub With 160+ Startups

New York just became a major player in robotics innovation with the launch of New York Robotics, a nonprofit uniting over 160 startups across the region. The move positions the Big Apple alongside Silicon Valley and Boston as a global center for cutting-edge robot technology.

Google: robotics innovation3 min read

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