Apple has extended its AirPods Pro repair program another year for models experiencing sound issues. Some early AirPods Pro units had two issues: Active Noise Cancellation not working and crackling or static sounds in loud environments. Apple offered users the Read More
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon Thinks Bitcoin is ‘Worthless’
Bitcoin may be one of the hottest things in the tech and finance industries, but JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon is not a fan, calling it “worthless.” Dimon is a well-known critic of cryptocurrency, previously telling people he thinks they should “stay away Read More
Google’s iOS Apps Will Start Using Apple’s UI Elements
Google’s iOS apps will stop using the company’s Material Design interface elements, in favor of iOS’ native UIKit. In a thread on Twitter, Jeff Verkoeyen, Google Design Lead for Apple platforms, explained that the company originally used its own Material Read More
Semiconductor Shortage May Disrupt iPhone 13 Supply
The semiconductor shortage may take a toll on Apple’s new iPhone 13, impacting the all important holiday sales season. The semiconductor shortage has impacted companies across industries. Even Apple, a company renowned for its supply chain management, is feeling the Read More
Microsoft Embracing Right-to-Repair
Microsoft is taking a step few of its competitors are taking, embracing right-to-repair for its devices. Right-to-repair has become a growing movement in recent years, coinciding with tech companies making devices that are increasingly locked down. Even something as basic Read More
Google Countersues Epic Games for Breach of Contract
Google has taken the fight to Epic Games, countersuing the company for breach of contract. Epic sued both Apple and Google, claiming the two companies were monopolies, given their control over their respective app stores. Apple largely won its case, Read More
Verizon Expands 5G Home Internet
Verizon has expanded its 5G Home Internet solution, providing the service in 60 cities across the US. 5G Home Internet is a popular option for areas that do not have traditional internet options, such as rural and remote locations. Yours Read More
Google CEO Sundar Pichai: Google Will Invest $1 Billion in Africa
Google CEO Sundar Pichai has announced the company will invest $1 billion in Africa over the next five years. Pichai made the announcement at the company’s first Google for Africa event. Google sees momentum building across the continent, with startups Read More
FCC Auctioning New Mid-Band 5G Spectrum Auction
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is auctioning off a new round of mid-band spectrum for 5G. Mid-band spectrum is the most coveted type of spectrum for 5G. Low-band — below 1 GHz — offers coverage on par with 4G LTE, Read More
Google unveils multimodal search, new SERP features; Thursday’s daily brief
Plus, the case for zero-party data as we approach the end of third-party cookies. Search Engine Land’s daily brief features daily insights, news, tips, and essential bits of wisdom for today’s search marketer. If you would like to read this Read More