Juli Clover
Juli is the Managing Editor at MacRumors, and has been covering Apple news and rumors since 2010. She oversees MacRumors' guides, roundups, how tos, reviews, and giveaways in addition to covering daily news. Her work is regularly highlighted on Techmeme and cited by tech publications and news sites.
She is a voracious reader, cinephile, gardener, and gamer, and she resides in California with her carnivorous plants. Juli can be reached at juli@macrumors.com or on Twitter.
She is a voracious reader, cinephile, gardener, and gamer, and she resides in California with her carnivorous plants. Juli can be reached at juli@macrumors.com or on Twitter.
Juli Clover's Articles
Apple Bringing In-App Purchases to Apple Watch in watchOS 6.2
Apple today released the first beta of an upcoming watchOS 6.2 update to developers, and the update includes support for in-app purchases through the Apple Watch App Store.
Apple is asking developers to begin getting their watchOS apps ready for in-app purchases for when watchOS 6.2 is released.
The watchOS App Store was added in the watchOS 6 update, and allows Apple Watch owners to...
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Apple Adds Universal Purchases for iOS, tvOS and macOS Apps in Xcode 11.4
The new Xcode 11.4 beta update, released today alongside the iOS 13.4, tvOS 13.4 and macOS Catalina 10.15.4 betas, includes support for universal purchases, allowing developers to bundle iOS apps, tvOS apps, and Mac apps together for one purchase price.
This will allow developers who make a Mac app and an iOS app to sell them in a single bundle, something that has not previously been possible.S...
Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS 13.4 and iPadOS 13.4 to Developers
Apple today seeded the first betas of upcoming iOS and iPadOS 13.4 updates to developers, one week after the release of iOS 13.3.1 with new toggle for turning off the U1 chip.
iOS and iPadOS 13.4 can be downloaded from the Apple Developer center or over the air once the proper developer profile has been installed. On the iPhone 11, 11 Pro, and 11 Pro Max, the beta must be installed using ...
Apple Seeds First Beta of Upcoming macOS Catalina 10.15.4 Update to Developers
Apple today seeded the first beta of an upcoming 10.15.4 update to developers for testing purposes, one week after releasing the macOS Catalina 10.15.3 update.
The new macOS Catalina beta can be downloaded using the Software Update mechanism in System Preferences after installing the proper software from the Developer Center.
We don't know what improvements the fourth update...
Apple Seeds First Beta of tvOS 13.4 Update to Developers
Apple today seeded the first beta of an upcoming tvOS 13.4 update to developers, one week after releasing the tvOS 13.3.1 update.
Designed for the fourth and fifth-generation Apple TV models, the new tvOS 13.4 developer beta can be downloaded onto the Apple TV via a profile that's installed using Xcode.
tvOS updates are usually minor in scale, focusing on under-the-hood...
Apple Seeds First Beta of watchOS 6.2 to Developers
Apple today seeded the first beta of an upcoming watchOS 6.2 update to developers, one week after releasing the watchOS 6.1.2 update with bug fixes.
Once the proper configuration profile has been installed from the Apple Developer Center, the new watchOS beta can be downloaded through the dedicated Apple Watch app on the iPhone by going to General > Software Update.
To install the...
Apple's 'Back to School' Event Kicks Off in Japan, Offering Gift Cards With Mac or iPad Purchase
Apple's annual Back to School event launched in Japan today, with Apple offering students a gift card worth up to 18,000 yen ($165) when making a purchase.
The highest gift card amount is available with the purchase of a MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, iMac Pro, or iMac, with Apple offering 12,000 yen for iPad Pro and iPad Air models.
As noted by Japanese site Mac Otakara, the educational...
Apple News+ Head of Business Exits Company After Lackluster Start
Apple's head of business for Apple News+, Liz Schimel, has departed the company less than a year after the $9.99 per month service launched, reports Bloomberg.
Schimel was responsible for relationships with advertisers and news partners for Apple News+, and before that, she served as the president of international business at Conde Nast.
Apple is said to be looking to hire a "notable...
Apple TV+ Competitor Disney+ Already Has Over 28 Million Subscribers
In the first three months following its launch, Disney+ has accumulated 28.6 million subscribers, Disney CEO Bob Iger said today during Disney's Q1 earnings call.
According to Iger, Disney+ has "exceeded" the company's "greatest expectations." As The Verge points out, Disney+ has surpassed the number of HBO Now subscribers and is gaining on Netflix's U.S subscriber count, which is at 61...
Apple Inks Apple Music Deal for 'Verified' Video Service From Genius
"Verified," a video service from Genius, is available on Apple Music as of today, reports The Verge. "Verified" features artists like Billie Eilish and Cardi B explaining the meaning behind the lyrics of their songs.
Under the terms of the deal, Apple Music will co-produce "Verified," and episodes will premiere on Apple Music. After a set period of time, new content will also be available on...
PCMag Tests Apple's Pro Display XDR Color Accuracy and Brightness, Says It 'Does Exactly What It Sets Out To'
Apple's Pro Display XDR, priced at $4,999 without a stand, is designed for professionals who need a reference monitor. It may seem expensive, but comparative to other reference monitors, it's an affordable choice.
PCMag this week published its full review of the Pro Display XDR, doing a deep dive into its color accuracy and HDR capabilities.
The Pro Display XDR is meant to be used by...
Apple Postpones 'Close Your Rings' Employee Challenge Due to Coronavirus and Store Closures
Every year in February, Apple hosts a company wide fitness challenge for all of its employees at its corporate and retail offices around the world.
Employees are tasked with closing all three of their Apple Watch Activity rings every day during the month, and those that are successful earn a reward.
Apple's 2020 challenge, which is in February because February is Heart Month, has been...
iPhone App Makers Questioned by U.S. Department of Justice in Apple Antitrust Probe
The United States Department of Justice is continuing with its antitrust investigation into Apple and has recently reached out to developers who create apps for Apple's iOS devices, reports Reuters.
Suren Ramasubbu, CEO of app development company Mobicip, was interviewed by a U.S. investigator in November and questioned about Mobicip's interactions with Apple. Mobicip makes parental control...
Twitter for Mac Gains Improved Touch Bar Support
Twitter this week updated its Twitter for Mac app, introducing improved Touch Bar support for those who have a Mac with a Touch Bar.
According to the release notes for the update, it includes Touch Bar options for switching tabs and searching when the main window is in focus along with new buttons when using the composer to create a tweet or viewing a user's profile page.
Twitter for Mac's ...
Apple TV App Now Available on Select 2019 LG TVs
LG today announced that the Apple TV app and accompanying Apple TV+ streaming service are now available on select 2019 LG TVs in the United States and more than 80 other countries.
The addition of the Apple TV app to LG's 2019 TV lineup follows the CES debut of new 2020 models that come with the Apple TV app pre-installed.
LG TV owners can access the Apple TV app from the LG Home app...
Apple Expands Free Developer Program Memberships for Eligible Organizations to Additional Countries
Apple offers free Developer Program memberships to nonprofit organizations, accredited educational institutions, and government entities that distribute free apps on the App Store.
These free memberships have been available in countries that include the United Kingdom, the United States, China, Japan, and Brazil, but as of today, they're also expanding to eight new countries.
Eligible...
Apple Shares 'First Look' at 'Mythic Quest: Raven's Banquet' Ahead of Friday Launch
Apple today shared a "first look" video featuring "Mythic Quest: Raven's Banquet," an upcoming Apple TV Plus show that's set to debut on Friday, February 7.
"Mythic Quest: Raven's Banquet" follows a team of video game developers navigating the challenges of running a popular World of Warcraft-style video game.
The series was created by Rob McElhenney and Charlie Day, known for their work...
New Apple Watch Trade-In Promo Offers Up to $100 for Series 2 and Series 3 Models
Apple is currently running a new Apple Watch promotion that's ideal for anyone who is considering trading in an older Apple Watch model to purchase a new model.
Apple is offering up to $100 on the Apple Watch Series 2 and Apple Watch Series 3 models, which is a higher trade-in amount than Apple normally offers for those devices.
Prior to when the promotion kicked off, Apple was offering...
Apple Offering Onsite Device Repairs in Select Cities Through Go Tech Services
Apple is now offering an onsite repair option for customers in select cities who need issues with their Apple devices addressed but aren't able to visit a repair shop or Apple Store.
The onsite repair options are available through Apple Authorized Service Provider Go Tech Services, which promises to repair your device "at your home or office."
When visiting Apple's Support site to...
Apple Providing Free Replacement AirPods Pro Tips Under AppleCare+
Customers who have AirPods Pro that also purchased an AppleCare+ protection plan for $29 appear to be able to receive free replacement tips for their AirPods Pro.
Multiple MacRumors readers have reported being provided replacement tips at no cost after going through Apple's support repair steps for the AirPods Pro.
From MacRumors reader Boshii:I'm not sure if it's an AppleCare+ thing or...
