YouTube tests out picture-in-picture mode on iOS

YouTube has finally brought picture-in-picture to iOS, sort of. The app is testing out the feature on a few users. But, at the moment, it's just limited to YouTube Premium users. When you have it enabled, it works the same with other apps that support picture-in-picture. You can play a video and then close the app to continue watching the clip on a smaller window. Google hasn't said when the feature will roll out to all its iOS users.

Source: 9to5Mac

'Fortnite,' other Epic games gone after Apple deletes developer's account

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 As the company promised, Apple has terminated Epic Games' account that it uses to support and maintain Fortnite and the other games like the Infinity Blade apps. Epic has already warned its iOS and macOS users that they would lose the ability to update Fortnite after August 28.

In a statement, Apple said the developer sent multiple updates for certification, which violated its guidelines.

"We are disappointed that we have had to terminate the Epic Games account on the App Store. We have worked with the team at Epic Games for many years on their launches and releases. The court recommended that Epic comply with the App Store guidelines while their case moves forward, guidelines they've followed for the past decade until they created this situation. Epic has refused. Instead, they repeatedly submit Fortnite updates designed to violate the guidelines of the App Store. This is not fair to all other developers on the App Store and is putting customers in the middle of their fight. We hope that we can work together again in the future, but unfortunately, that is not possible today."

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Waze partners with Clinia to help users find COVID-19 testing centres

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Waze has partnered with Montreal-based Clinia Health Inc. to help make it easier to locate COVID-19 testing and screening locations. Clinia draws information from public health departments to build a directory of testing centres across Canada. The database has over 340 data points, and the info on Waze is being refreshed a few times a week. It shows the information on testing and screening sites at hospitals, clinics, and mobile drive-through sites to show you what options are available to you.

'Star Wars' meets 'The Sims 4' in new game pack

Two big names in the gaming and entertainment spaces are joining forces. Star Wars is coming to The Sims 4 in a new The Sims 4 Star Wars: Journey to Batuu game back launching on September 8. As you see in the trailer, familiar Star Wars characters are getting a The Sims 4 treatment. And yes, you can decorate your home and socialize in Batuu. There will be missions to help advance the story set and unlock different collectibles for your Sim, where you can earn a lightsaber and droid of your own. Rey and Kylo Ren appear in the trailer, so we're hoping to see more memorable Star Wars characters in the game. 

Star Wars: Journey to Batuu will be available for the Microsoft Xbox One, Sony PlayStation 4, and the PC through Steam or Origin.

Source: Engadget