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Thursday, April 2, 2020

Apple has relaxed its rules requiring a 30% cut for any content sold inside video apps on iOS. The tech giant said its program now allows “premium subscription video” providers the ability to charge consumers directly, using their own payment systems, without paying a commission to Apple. This means that Amazon Prime Video subscribers can now buy or rent content using Amazon’s app on Apple platforms. When you say “game changer,” this is what you mean.

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Getting The Most From Your WFH Video Setup

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California governor says 'We need more Googles' as company offers free Wi-Fi and Chromebooks to students

As kids are forced to continue school from home amid the coronavirus pandemic, Google is offering to help with internet and laptops.


Detroit to be first to deploy Abbott Labs’ 5-minute COVID-19 test, mayor says

Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan said on Wolf Blitzer’s CNN show that the city of Detroit is on track to be the first city to deploy Abbott Labs’ five-minute COVID-19 test.

IKEA store operator buys startup to boost virtual home decorating tools

Ingka Group, the owner of most IKEA stores worldwide, has bought Geomagical Labs so it can use the U.S. startup's technology to give customers more options when trying out furniture in a virtual version of their homes.


Zoom vows to win back user trust with extensive security review

Zoom has promised to deal with privacy issues exposed by consumers and security experts since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.

10 Zoom alternatives for more secure, cross-platform video calls

This guide covers 10 Zoom alternatives for more secure, cross-platform video call apps and services ranging from free to paid, and open-source.


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