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Microsoft is launching a mobile game store, taking on Apple and Google

GeekWire

(GeekWire File Photo / Nat Levy) In a surprise reveal, Microsoft said Thursday it plans to launch a mobile gaming store later this year. In November, Xbox head Phil Spencer that the company was “talking to other partners” to potentially launch a mobile store. A recent report from Newzoo lists mobile gaming as making up $90.5

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Google, Apple, Microsoft promise end to passwords, courtesy of your mobile phone

Tech Republic Security

The post Google, Apple, Microsoft promise end to passwords, courtesy of your mobile phone appeared first on TechRepublic. Adopting a new authentication method from the FIDO Alliance, the three major OS vendors will let you use encrypted credentials stored on your phone to automatically sign you into your online accounts.

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Apple Takes An Inspiring Stand On UX, Privacy, And Diversity At WWDC 2020

Forrester IT

Apple revealed major announcements for the new iOS 14 system during its Worldwide Developers Conference 2020. What is coming to the iPhone demonstrates a deep understanding of our behavior and use of our devices in mobility. It also makes a clear statement on privacy and diversity principles.

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iOS 15: Making 100 Mobile Moments Better Every Day

Forrester IT

Apple kicked off its annual developer conference on Monday, June 7, 2021. Apple is adding features that help its customers 100 times a day in little moments throughout the day, every day. One of its big announcements was iOS 15. iOS 15 makes experiences more intelligent and more intuitive. In some ways, you could say […].

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Singular: TikTok and Apple Search Ads are hooking mobile users

Venture Beast

TikTok and Apple Search Ads are rising stars among mobile ad networks, according to measurement firm Singular's 2021 ROI Index. Read More.

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Apple Alerts iPhone Users in 92 Countries to Mercenary Spyware Attacks

Tech Republic Security

Apple recommends that iPhone users install software updates, use strong passwords and 2FA, and don’t open links or attachments from suspicious emails to keep their device safe from spyware.

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T-Mobile is giving customers a free year of Apple TV Plus

The Verge

Photo: Apple. T-Mobile has announced a new promotional perk for its customers: starting on August 25th, both new and existing subscribers to its Magenta and Magenta Max plans can get a year’s subscription to Apple TV Plus. Regular T-Mobile customers can do that, too, should they prefer.). Watch ‘Foundation’ for free.

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