Apple issues apology for dispute with WordPress

Old versions of the WordPress app on iOS had Plans tab, but in-app purchases aren't available on the app

While Apple's legal battle with Epic Games rages on, it is resolving its issue with WordPress. The tech giant even issues a rare on-the-record apology to the blogging platform after it forced WordPress to monetize its free app. If WordPress offers in-app purchases, it would be giving Apple 30% of what it earns from these.

Apple's full statement reads: "We believe the issue with the WordPress app has been resolved. Since the developer removed the display of their service payment options from the app, it is now a free stand-alone app and does not have to offer in-app purchases. We have informed the developer and apologize for any confusion that we have caused."

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Apple iPhone 12 Pro might miss out on 120Hz screen

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While the smartphone industry moves to 120Hz displays for flagships, it looks like Apple might still be lagging. Industry insider Ross Young, who has a good track record with recent predictions, claims the iPhone 12 Pro won't be getting a 120Hz screen refresh rate. While the 120Hz OLED panels are ready to manufacture, Apple reportedly can't find driver ICs to drive the pixels at 120Hz. Instead of waiting, Apple will reportedly default to the 60Hz refresh rate. If this report is accurate, then this means Apple users will be missing out on the flagship feature again. 

Source: GSMArena

K-pop group BTS becomes first to rack up 100 million YouTube views in 24 hours

K-pop stars seem to be the leaders in breaking YouTube viewing records. This time around, BTS garnered 101.1 million views for its new music video, "Dynamite," in 24 hours. They break Blackpink's record of 86.3 million and become the first act to cross the 100 million view mark in a short timeframe. It's a significant leap fro the group's last video, too, which got 74.6 million in the same period. The video also broke the record for most-watched YouTube premiere with over three million simultaneous viewers.

As Engadget points out, this number should represent real, organic views, as YouTube has stopped counting paid ad views for 24-hour tallies back in September 2019 to prevent labels from artificially inflating figures.

ZTE brings Grand X View 4 to Freedom Mobile

ZTE's new tablet, the Grand X View 4, is now available through Freedom Mobile for $192 outright or through a monthly plan that costs $15 per month. The plan comes with 4GB worth of data. 

What does the tablet offer? It runs on Qualcomm's QM215 quad-core chipset, 2GB of RAM, and 32GB of expandable storage (up to 2TB). The Grand X View 4 has an 8-inch HD+ 1,200 x 800 resolution screen surrounded by thick bezels. Its looks remind us a bit of the old Nexus tablets. It has front-facing speakers and 5-megapixel rear and 2-megapixel front camera combo. ZTE promises up to nine hours of video playback with its 4,630mAh battery. Connectivity support includes Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, LTE, and Bluetooth 4.2.

The tablet will also be coming to other carriers in the coming months.