Dennis Sellers

<p class=""><a href="https://apps.apple.com/app/id1486537612" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">World’s End Club</a> is this week's addition to <a href="https://www.apple.com/apple-arcade/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Apple Arcade</a>, Apple’s US$4.99/month or $49.99/year game streaming service that has over 120 games,. It's available for the the iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, and Mac.</p>

<p class="">The Apple Watch Series 5 was North America’s best-selling smartwatch in the second quarter of 2020, matching last year’s Series 4 shipments, according to new data from <a href="http://www.canalys.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Canalys</a>.</p>

<p class="">Apple has published a <a href="https://s2.q4cdn.com/470004039/files/doc_downloads/gov_docs/2020/Apple-Human-Rights-Policy.pdf">human rights policy document</a> in which the tech giant says that, as a global technology company, we feel a deep sense of responsibility to make technology for people that respects their human rights, empowers them with useful tools and information, and enhances their overall quality of life.</p>

<p class="">Broadcom, an Apple supplier, says that a ramp-up of annual chip shipments will be later than usual this year, underscoring rumors that the next iPhone will ship later than the usual late September release date, notes <a href="https://uk.reuters.com/article/us-broadcom-results/broadcom-signals-delay-in-iphone-chip-ramp-up-pointing-to-later-release-date-idUKKBN25U2Z4"><span style="text-decoration:underline">Reuters</span></a>.</p>

<p class="">The legal brouhaha between Epic Games and Apple has sparked new scrutiny in the Japanese gaming market, “prompting complaints and questions about how to counter the tech giant’s dominance,” reports <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-09-03/apple-app-store-draws-new-scrutiny-in-japan-epicenter-of-gaming?sref=MRDu5QV3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Bloomberg</a>.</p>

<p class="">Apple has filed for a patent (number 20200279541) involving technology that would keep you from experiencing “luminescence shock” when using your iPhone or Apple Watch.</p>

<p class="">With iOS (11 and higher), you can implement a Low Power Mode, which saves battery power when your iPhone’s juice is running low.</p>

<p class="">Since Steve and I can’t cover everything, we’ll frequently offer a wrap-up of news items you should check out. First up: Apple has posted <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-l61NE0eqkw" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">a funny video</a> about “some things that shouldn’t be shared,” which talks about why the iPhone is designed to give you control over your information and protect your privacy.”</p>

<p class="">Apple has released the fourth public beta of watchOS 7. The public beta is available on <a href="https://beta.apple.com/sp/betaprogram/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Apple's Beta Software Program website</a>. Just remember that beta software, so proceed with care.</p>

<p class="">Only the highest-end iPhone 12 — likely to be dubbed the “iPhone 12 Pro Max” — will support millimeter-wave 5G, according to <a href="https://www.fastcompany.com/90546391/source-only-one-of-apples-new-iphones-supports-the-fastest-5g" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Fast Company</a>.</p>

<p class="">When Apple previewed iOS 14 in June, the tech giant said that all apps would be required to obtain user permission before tracking and that, eventually, App Store product pages will feature summaries of developers’ self-reported privacy practices.</p>

<p class=""><a href="https://about.rogers.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Rogers</a>, a Canadian wireless carrier, has announced that customers can now enjoy over 60 million songs<strong> </strong>on Apple Music free for their first six months when signing up.</p>

<p class="">OWC has launched the <a href="https://eshop.macsales.com/shop/owc-mercury-elite-pro-dual" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">OWC Mercury Elite Pro Dual with 3-Port Hub</a>, which offers up to 32TB of storage capacity plus a built-in USB hub for accessory connectivity and device charging.</p>

<p class="">Apple has applied for two more patents involving the rumored “Apple Glasses,” a head-mounted display for augmented reality/virtual reality/mixed reality applications.</p>

<p class="">Apple has applied for several patents related to the rumored “AirPods Studio.”</p>