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Worldwide smartphone shipments tick up, driven mostly by emerging markets, 5G

Global smartphone shipments are expected to increase by 7.4% this year, according to new IDC data. The global pandemic suppressed last year’s numbers, but the IDC confirmed that 2021’s estimates are still an improvement over 2019 shipments.  The IDC says Apple’s iOS devices are a bigger portion of that growth (13.8%) than Android devices (6.2%). Emerging markets from Africa to Asia …

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Tim Cook says Apple will donate to Hurricane Ida relief

In a tweet on Monday, Apple CEO Tim Cook said the tech giant will be donating to Hurricane Ida relief efforts. Cook said the company’s thoughts are with people impacted by the storm, especially those sheltering in Louisiana.  “[W]e’re grateful for the first responders who are helping keep communities safe,” Cook tweeted. “Apple will be donating to relief and recovery …

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Apple buys Primephonic to boost classical music options

Fans of classical music will soon see an improved experience on Apple Music. On Monday the iPhone-maker announced that it has purchased streaming-music service Primephonic.  No terms of the deal were disclosed. The existing Primephonic service will shut down on Sept. 7, with the streaming company posting on its website that existing users will be getting a prorated refund as …

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Amazon and Affirm deal, Kanye drops album

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SpaceX Starship is preparing for its first orbital flight

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