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Apple Eases App Store Rules Under Court Pressure

Apple on Friday relaxed its App Store payment rules in the face of a scathing court order, with Spotify quick to reap the benefit.

International Business Times · May 2, 2025

This one app has made my life easier and my wife happier

The smart home was supposed to be this cohesive world where all of our devices could be controlled with the tap of a button or by our voice. But in 2025, it's still an extremely frustrating mess.

Android Central · May 2, 2025

Stocks Settle Higher on Trade Optimism and US Labor Market Strength

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) Friday closed up +1.47%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +1.39%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +1.60%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM25 ) are up +1.50%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

Barchart · May 2, 2025

Spotify updates iOS app in record time with new pricing options – leaving fans wondering why other fixes are taking so long

Spotify has updated its iOS apps to provide non-Apple subscription links for the first time, in response to a new App Store ruling.

TechRadar · May 2, 2025

Apple expects to source over 19 billion chips from U.S. factories this year

Apple plans to source over 19 billion chips from U.S. facilities in 2025 — including tens of millions from TSMC’s Arizona fab — while investing $500 billion to expand its American operations.

Tom’s Hardware · May 2, 2025

NBC Sports President Shares Great News for NBA Fans

Rick Cordella says NBC will bring back sorely missed feature of NBA games.

Sports Illustrated · May 2, 2025

Volvo's Infotainment System Looks Good, But Falls Short: Review

Volvo is seemingly always at the forefront when it comes to technology in vehicles. It makes some of the safest cars on the market, and uses a slick Google-sourced Android interface to run its infotainment system. That makes Volvos a great place to spend time, so long as you're willing…

Motor1 · May 2, 2025

One hundred days in, Donald Trump faces a problem: he can rage, but he can’t govern

Americans are beginning to worry about their future amid a shrinking economy, warnings of empty shelves – and the president’s failed promises, says Guardian columnist Jonathan Freedland

The Guardian - UK · May 2, 2025

“No Apple tax means we will lower prices” - Proton promises price drop after US ruling against Apple

A US judge has found Apple guilty of violating a federal injunction over illegal monopoly and lying under oath. Swiss privacy firm Proton said the ruling means it can now lower its prices up to 30%. Here's all you need to know.

TechRadar · May 2, 2025

Stocks Supported by Hopes of US-China Trade Talks and a Buoyant US Labor Market

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +1.15%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +1.00%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +1.30%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM25 ) are up +1.26%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

Barchart · May 2, 2025