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Apple Reaches Settlement Over MacBook 'Butterfly' Keyboards to Pay $50 Million

Reuters earlierreported the news. Apple didn’t immediately respond to a request for further comment. The proposed agreement marks a final chapter for one of Apple’s most criticized products. “It had some things it did really well, like creating a much more stable key platform. We got sort of a mixed reaction. Still, the companyfaced lawsuits over the technology, which it now appears on the verge of settling.

Apple redesigns its online store

Apple’s online store got a makeover Tuesday. The Apple Store was down for about an hour before emerging with a new design. The company’s main site has re-added a Store tab. The updated online store doesn’t seem to include brand-new products.

Apple releases iOS 14.7.1 update with fix for Apple Watch unlocks

Apple has released the latest version of iOS 14, the current generation of the software that powersiPhones. A corresponding update for iPadOS is available as well. The main fix is for a bug with Apple’s Unlock with iPhone feature for theApple Watch. “This update also provides important security updates and is recommended for all users.”

Apple Releases New Security Update Ahead of iPhone Event

This update follows an important security update for newer devicesin iOS 16.6.1 last week. Check the version number and the description before downloading the new iOS. Apple’sWonderlust eventon Tuesday is expected to launch a brand new operating system,iOS 17. Find outhow to watch the live Apple iPhone event hereat 10 a.m. PT/1 p.m.

Apple Releases Updates for Watch, iPad, Mac, Apple TV and HomePod

Apple’s internet tool,Safari, also received an update for MacOS Big Sur and MacOS Monterey. The updates contain mostly minor changes and some bug fixes. Other Apple devices that received an update Monday were theHomePodandHomePod Mini.

Apple Reportedly Bringing Back 12-Inch MacBook

Applediscontinued its 12-inch MacBookin 2019, just four years after it was first released. Apple didn’t immediately respond to CNET’s request for comment.

Apple Reportedly Cancels iPhone SE 4

Apple didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment.

Apple Reportedly Delays Next Apple Vision Pro Upgrade

Apple didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment. Read more:Meta Quest 3 vs. Apple Vision Pro: Which One Is Better, and for What? For many Apple watchers, the Apple Vision Pro’s apparent struggles aren’t a surprise. Meta’s rig offers many of the same features, he added, though with a less refined design. Despite industry concerns, Apple is still early in its launch plans for the Vision Pro.

Apple reportedly delays return to office until January amid COVID surge

IBM on Wednesday reportedly notified employees that it willtemporarily close its offices in New York Cityamid rising COVID-19 cases. The company has said internally that it believesin-person collaboration is an essential part of its culture.

Apple Reportedly Faces Further EU Antitrust Charges Following a Complaint From Spotify

This is said to come due to a music streaming investigation triggered by a complaint from Spotify. Apple didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment.

Apple Reportedly Fined $19M for Not Including Chargers With iPhones

Apple reportedly argued it wasn’t including the chargers in an effort to reduce carbon emissions. Apple didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment.

Apple Reportedly Gave Its AR/VR Software a Real Name: Here's What That Tells Us

Apple didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment.

Apple Reportedly Has Ingredients to Create its Own Search Engine

But the deal is complicated by US governmentcharges that Google maintains a monopolyin online search and online ad sales. The search engine speculation comes amid theongoing Google antitrust lawsuitbrought forward by the US Department of Justice. Apple didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment. Read more:Every iPhone 15 Model Compared: Base vs. Plus vs.