Dennis Sellers

<p class=""><a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.iamwebbing.com%2F&data=04%7C01%7Canjel%40iamwebbing.com%7Cbf5ff791b02d467685c208d880f3fa0a%7C26da53fe71e24f67933b3b159c0c8799%7C0%7C0%7C637401132652432705%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=RqwBzpbw1y9akXfLBFSiyV6Xxf%2BbZh9BH7HU0QOUof0%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Webbing</a>, a global MVNO (Mobile Virtual Network Operator) connectivity provider for enterprise mobility and IoT, has released its digital eSIM global data connectivity for iPhone and iPad, including the iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12, new eighth-generation iPad, and new iPad Air.</p>

<p class="">The second part of a two-part <a href="http://www.macvoices.com/macvoices-20254-macvoices-live-open-mic-night-video-recording-audio-editing-apple-silicon-2/"><span style="text-decoration:underline">MacVoices Live!</span></a> sees the panel of David Ginsburg, Frank Petrie, Kelly Guimont, Guy Serle, Mike T. Rose, Brittany Smith, and host Chuck Joiner trade video recording tips, audio editing war stories, and discuss Apple Silicon Macs.</p>

<p class=""><a href="https://jumpcloud.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">JumpCloud</a>, a Directory-as-a-Service with Apple MDM cross-platform capabilities — has announced that funds managed by BlackRock led its US$75 million Series E funding, with participation from existing investor General Atlantic.</p>

<p class="">The US$29.99 <a href="https://preventthedrop.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Grip2ü </a>BOOST iPhone 12 case was the first one I got with my new iPhone 12. My husband and I actually went back and forth on who would use it. I won.</p>

<p class="">In terms of the smartwatch market, Apple has maintained its leading position with the Apple Watch. The maker of the iPhone accounted for more than 50% of the smartwatch industry in the world during the fourth quarter of 2018.</p>

<p class="">The US$289.99 <a href="https://www.kensington.com/p/products/device-docking-connectivity-products/laptop-docks-usb-accessories/sd5600t-thunderbolt-3-and-usb-c-dual-4k-hybrid-docking-station-100w-pd-winmac/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">SD5600T Thunderbolt 3 and USB-C Dual 4K Hybrid Docking Station with 100W Power Delivery</a> is the latest, created hybrid dock from Kensington. At almost 300 bucks, it’s not an impulse buy, but it is a great product for those who need to connect LOTS of peripherals to Macs. And it’s especially handy for Mac laptops and their dearth of ports.</p>

<p class="">With iOS 14 and iPadOS 14, you can get recommendations for the best places to visit in a city with Guides created by what Apple describes as a selection of trusted brands that include AllTrails, Complex, The Infatuation, Time Out Group and <em>The Washington Post.</em></p>

<p class="">The Home app in iPadOS 14 is designed to make smart home control easier with new automation suggestions and expanded controls in Control Center for quicker access to accessories and scenes.</p>

<p class="">watchOS 7 includes a handwashing feature. No, it won’t enable your Apple Watch to actually wash your hands, but it’s designed to make sure you do a good job of washing ‘em yourself.</p>

<p class="">The rumored “Apple Glasses” — an augmented reality/virtual reality/mixed reality head-mounted display (HMD) —may sport a coordinated camera and display operation, as evidenced by a new patent filing (number 20200342678).</p>

<p class="">An Eastern District of Texas jury said Friday that Apple should pay US$502.8 million for infringing VirnetX's network security patents, wrapping up a damages retrial held after a nearly identical award was thrown out on appeal, reports <a href="https://www.law360.com/technology/articles/1324809">Law 360</a> (a subscription is required to read the entire article).</p>

<p class="">Apple <a href="https://support.apple.com/airpods-pro-service-program-sound-issues" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">has announced </a>the AirPods Service Program for sound issues. The tech giant says it has determined that a small percentage of AirPods Pro may experience sound issues. Affected units were manufactured before October 2020.</p>

<p class="">A mobile app designed to help ensure that Pennsylvania ballots are getting counted has already been rejected—by Apple itself, according to <a href="https://www.theinformation.com/articles/apple-rejects-app-for-verifying-pennsylvania-ballots" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Information</a>.</p>

<p class="">On a regular basis, <em>Apple World Today </em>posts a list of notable new apps or app updates that have been released. They may not necessarily be new, but they're popular and deserve mention. Here are this week’s picks.</p>

<p class="">Apple’s Apple One bundle of services is now available. It includes Apple Music, Apple TV+, Apple Arcade, iCloud, Apple News+ and Fitness+ — at a discounted price. One caveat: Fitness+ hasn’t yet launched, but is coming later this fall.</p>