Samsung finally started taking out its ads from its first-party mobile apps

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As the company promised earlier this year, Samsung has begun taking out its ads from its first-party apps. And if the update made its way to you already, you won't see Samsung advertising things on Weather, Theme, and Health. Samsung Pay still gets a dedicated space for special offers, but it makes sense that the company retains that given what the app offers.

Now, if you still see ads on your Samsung device, you'll need to push through the update by using the force stop functionality in Android and then manually restart them. 

Source: Engadget

Apple tipped to launch new MacBook Pros soon

After its fall launch, Apple looks like it's ready to hold a Mac-focused event next. In his latest newsletter, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said that the new MacBook Pros with the rumoured faster "M1X" Apple silicon chip would power these new laptops. You can expect an updated design and better display tech, too. 

Apple typically holds its Mac events in October, but last year, Apple held it in November. Gurman said the company is gearing up to introduce this product within the next month. He wrote, "Apple typically does its major new Mac introductions in October. So stay tuned." 

Source: MacRumors

BTS partners with Casetify for new accessories inspired by 'Butter'

Source: BigHit Music, Casetify

If you haven't heard BTS's summer hit "Butter" at this point, we'd think you're living under a rock. The K-pop boy band is partnering with Casetify for the fourth time with a collection inspired by the hit song. You can get different accessories for your iPhone or Samsung Galaxy devices. The Stick of Butter design comes in a creamy matte Impact or biodegradable Leather Case, mimicking the look of a butter stick's packaging with the silhouette of the septet. The Butter Floaty Case comes with "Butter"-themed graphics submerged in semi-transparent liquid.

There are cases for Apple accessories like the AirPods, Apple Watch, Apple AirTags, iPad, and more. There's even a Nintendo Switch carrying pouch. The BTS x Casetify Butter collection is priced between US$25 (around CA$32 converted) and US$79 (CA$99), with its availability online starting on October 12. But there's also priority access starting on October 11.

Source: HYPEBAE

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