Apple said today that it’s closing all stores outside China till March 27 due to the coronavirus epidemic. In a statement, the company’s CEO, Tim Cook, asked customers to visit online stores and websites for sales and support. We will be closing all of our retail stores outside of Greater China until March 27. We
Read MoreJuli Clover / MacRumors: Apple says it is closing all of its retail stores outside of Greater China until March 27 due to the continuing spread of COVID-19 — Apple today announced that it is closing all of its retail locations outside of Greater China until March 27 due to the continuing spread of the
Read MorePhoto by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge Apple is temporary closing all of its retail stores “outside of Greater China” until March 27th, CEO Tim Cook announced in a letter posted on the company’s website late Friday night. “The most effective way to minimize risk of the virus’s transmission is to reduce density and
Read MoreThe company also asks employees to work from home in an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Apple closes all stores outside China until March 27 on coronavirus worries – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreAdele Peters / Fast Company: Uncensored Library, a Reporters Without Borders project in Minecraft, lets people anywhere read articles from censored journalists and get info on press freedom — In countries where censorship is standard practice—such as China, where articles and social media posts about COVID-19 … Uncensored Library, a Reporters Without Borders project in
Read MorePatricia Hernandez / Polygon: Niantic has temporarily updated various Pokémon Go mechanics to limit the need for extended travel during gameplay due to “the current global health situation” — Monster collecting will be slightly easier now — As the COVID-19 pandemic spreads across the world … Niantic has temporarily updated various Pokémon Go mechanics to
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Read MoreThe president inaccurately described travel restrictions he had announced, falsely blamed his predecessor for testing shortages and misstated the role Google was playing in mitigating the outbreak. Trump’s False Claims About His Response to the Coronavirus Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreThe president inaccurately described travel restrictions he had announced, falsely blamed his predecessor for testing shortages and misstated the role Google was playing in mitigating the outbreak. Fact Check: Trump's Claims About His Response to the Coronavirus Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreDisney has decided to bring its incredibly popular Frozen 2 to its Disney Plus streaming service three months early “surprising families with some fun and joy during this challenging period” as the country fights the novel coronavirus pandemic. “Frozen 2 has captivated audiences around the world through its powerful themes of perseverance and the importance
Read MorePresident Trump announced an impressive new tech tool Friday. But Google offered a different description of it. White House says Google is building a coronavirus testing website, but details are fuzzy Source: Washington Post Tech
Read MoreFrozen 2 is coming to Disney Plus three months earlier than planned. Here’s all the big titles coming to Disney Plus, and when. Disney Plus: Every show, movie and original to come (and a surprise early release for Frozen 2) – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreCraig Chapple / Sensor Tower Blog: Analysis: TikTok had 112M+ downloads on App Store and Google Play globally in Feb., a record month with India leading growth; TikTok has ~1.9B installs to date — TikTok was downloaded by close to 113 million App Store and Google Play users worldwide in February, making it the app’s
Read MoreDisney Plus will release Frozen 2 to stream months earlier than planned “in this challenging period,” the company said. Disney Plus surprises with early Frozen 2 release, plus everything else about Disney's service – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreAlex Konrad / Forbes: Interview with Zoom CEO on decision to remove time limits for K-12 schools impacted by COVID-19 in Japan, Italy and US, new features, and future of online work — Covering venture capital, software and startups — On Thursday, on the heels of Zoom’s biggest day ever for downloads the day before
Read MoreIndustries from tech to sports are reacting to the pandemic. Here’s the growing list of events that are affected. Coronavirus cancellations and delays: From the NBA to Disney films and Broadway – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreWall Street Journal: Sources: Kenneth Chenault will be leaving Facebook’s board following disagreements with Zuckerberg over the company’s governance and political policies — Board member disagreed with founder over governance and political policies — Kenneth Chenault will be leaving Facebook Inc.’s board … Sources: Kenneth Chenault will be leaving Facebook's board following disagreements with Zuckerberg
Read MoreMr. Gates, who founded the company with Paul Allen four decades ago, will also step down from the board of Berkshire Hathaway. Bill Gates Stepping Down From Microsoft’s Board Source: NY Times Tech
Read More45 years after he started his company, Bill Gates is stepping down from the boards of Microsoft and Berkshire Hathaway. While he’s not had a day-to-day role within the company since 2008, he’s now stepping away more fully to focus on his charitable endeavors. Gates announced his decision in a LinkedIn post, saying he wants
Read MoreAT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint and Comcast are offering additional help. Carriers suspend internet data caps during coronavirus – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreSprint is the latest carrier to join the offering. Sprint offers up unlimited data in coronavirus response – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreReview: Vin Diesel’s a super-soldier built from nanotechnology and cliches in this pretty but hackneyed comic book adaptation. Vin Diesel superhero shoot-'em-up Bloodshot doesn't get the blood pumping – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThat’s one creative way to get around the canceled season. Phoenix Suns continue season on NBA 2K20 – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreLatest COVID-19 updates: President Donald Trump declares a national emergency, with March 15 to be a “national day of prayer.” Coronavirus updates: Trump declares national emergency, designates Sunday 'national day of prayer' – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreWhen your income depends on promoting travel, staying home comes at a cost. Coronavirus Is Causing Chaos for Travel Influencers Source: NY Times Tech
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