Update for Apple Music on Android brings all of iOS 14's best features

Apple Music on Android has received a huge update.

What you need to know

• Apple Music has been updated for Android.
• It brings the app experience in line with Apple devices running iOS 14.
• New features include updated search, a new Now Playing experience, and social sharing.

Reported by 9to5Google, version 3.4 of Apple Music on Android has been released, bringing a number of enhancements to the app that rolled out to Apple devices with the release of iOS 14.

Per the update section on the Google Play Store:

This update includes Listen Now - an all-new home for Apple Music, an all-new search experience, an enhanced playback experience featuring Autoplay, Crossfade, sharing to Instagram, Facebook and Snapchat Stories, and improved app performance.

In addition to a redesign, the menu has been updated as well. The "For You" tab has been updated to "Listen Now," and search has been added to the menu.

With the update comes a redesign of the app, as originally outlined by Android Police, expanding out to five primary sections in the menu bar. Specifically, "For You" has been replaced with a similar, yet different "Listen Now" view, and the app's search features have moved from an upper search bar down to the menu bar.

The Now Playing view has also been redesigned, displaying a dynamic background that will change color to match the album that is currently playing.

The Now Playing view has also been given a redesign, with a dynamic background that adjusts its colors to match the current song's album cover. Open up the queue list to see another new feature of Apple Music 3.4, a new infinity-shaped icon on the right-hand side of "Playing Next." With a tap of this button, autoplay will be enabled and show a preview of what automatically added songs will play next.

One of the most requested features for Apple Music was to allow sharing to popular social platforms like Instagram Stories, and the latest update adds that as well.

From any Apple Music song, album, or playlist, whether in Search or in your Now Playing queue, you'll have the option to "Share" that bit of music, including direct to Instagram, Facebook, or Snapchat as a tappable sticker in your story. Selecting a different app simply shares a link to your selected album or track.

You can download Apple Music for Android for free on the Google Play Store. To have full access to the app, Apple Music requires a $9.99 per month subscription.

Apple Music Subscription

Starting at $4.99 a month

Apple Music is Apple's massive music service, comprising a subscription music catalog, iCloud Music Library syncing across your devices, Apple Music 1, Apple Music Hits, and Apple Music 1 radio live and algorithmic radio, customized playlists, and more artist exclusives than you can shake a stick at.

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Apple temporarily closes its Philadelphia store in response to protests

Apple Walnut Street is closed, temporarily.

What you need to know

• Apple Walnut Street in Philadelphia is temporarily closed.
• The store was closed in response to tensions between police and protestors.
• It is unclear when the store will reopen.

Reported by Michael Steeber from 9to5Mac, Apple has temporarily closed its location at Walnut Street in Philadelphia. According to Steeber, the location has been closed, not in response to a COVID-19 concern, but out of precaution from the tension between protestors and police in the city.

"Apple Walnut Street is closed — this isn't due to COVID, but precautionary because of the tension in Philadelphia. The store hasn't even been fully repaired from summer's damage."

Apple Walnut Street is closed — this isn't due to COVID, but precautionary because of the tension in Philadelphia. The store hasn't even been fully repaired from summer's damage. pic.twitter.com/LfXdLFWw0R

— Michael Steeber (@MichaelSteeber) October 27, 2020

The tension between protestors and police in Philadelphia occurred after the fatal police shooting of Walter Wallace Jr. According to a report from CBS, the police reported that 81 people were arrested on Tuesday night alone. Other stores in the city have also closed as a precautionary measure against damage and looting.

If you visit the Apple Walnut Street page on Apple's website, you'll notice that it is currently listed as "temporarily closed." Steeber notes that the location, as of its closing, was still undergoing repairs from damage it sustained over the summer during the George Floyd protests.

Most of Apple's retail locations are now open in the United States, but some still remain closed due to COVID-19 precautions. Others, though open, require appointments or are operating under an "Express" format where customers can purchase products at a window.

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Infosys meets UN pledge to be carbon neutral by 2020

It has also acquired consultancy firm Blue Acorn iCi.

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ANZ blames COVID-19 pandemic for 40% plummet in FY20 net profit

The company, however, was still able to spare AU$170 million to invest in technology infrastructure and AU$200 million in digital and data.

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Disinformation Moves From Social Networks to Texts

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Facebook Removes Trump and Biden Ads, Saying They Could Mislead Voters

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Halo Infinite loses director after being delayed to 2021 - CNET

Halo Infinite's development is looking increasingly beleaguered.

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The best phone to buy for 2020 - CNET

Hand-picked by CNET editors, find the phone you need right now.

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Best smart lights of 2020 (LED bulbs, switches, light strips, accessories and more) - CNET

I've spent six years testing out smart lights for a living. Here's the stuff I'd buy.

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FCA CEO Mike Manley confirms plans for electric Ram truck - Roadshow

Let's hope they don't let the same team that came up with "Stellantis" name this thing.

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Animal Crossing: 'My sister lives on in a video game'

Tending to her sister's virtual town in Animal Crossing helps Meredith Myers keep her memory alive and cope with her grief.

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The best photo printers for 2020

Skip the photo lab by making your own prints at home, in the office, or on the go with these top printers.

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What is Tidal? The hi-fi streaming music service fully explained

In search of the highest-quality streaming music available? Check out Tidal. It has a huge music catalog and higher-quality audio than many others can claim.

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How to share a Spotify playlist

Playlists are Spotify's backbone. Here's how to share your favorite lists with friends so everyone can enjoy.

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How much is Apple Music, and how can you get it for free?

How much do Apple Music plans cost, and what does a subscription to the music-streaming platform include?

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What is HBO Max?

Here's everything we know about HBO Max, AT&T, and WarnerMedia's direct-to-consumer video platform, including its price and all available and upcoming content.

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What is Apple TV+?

Apple TV+ may not be as popular as Netflix or Hulu, but it has its perks. Here's everything you need to know.

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The best shows on Starz

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Sling Orange vs. Blue: What’s the difference?

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Apple may finally offer the iPhone in a 1TB storage configuration

Those who have wanted a 1TB iPhone rejoice...maybe.

What you need to know

• Apple may finally offer the iPhone in a 1TB configuration.
• Apple leaker Jon Prosser posted about the possibility on Twitter.
• It is unclear if Apple will add the storage option to its existing lineup or wait until next year.

Reported by Apple leaker Jon Prosser, Apple is planning to bring 1TB of storage to the iPhone for the first time. Prosser posted a relatively simple and, as leaks usually go, vague tweet about the subject.

"hope y'all are ready for 1TB iphones."

hope y'all are ready for 1TB iphones

— Jon Prosser (@jon_prosser) October 28, 2020

Prosser did not offer details as to what iPhone would be the first to feature 1TB of storage. The leaker could mean that Apple may begin to offer its new iPhone 12 lineup in an additional 1TB configuration, but that is unlikely as Apple would probably have had that storage size ready for the phone's launch.

What is more likely is that Apple plans to offer its next lineup of iPhones in a 1TB configuration. The iPhone 12 is currently offered in 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB, whereas the iPhone 12 Pro is offered in 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB. It is unclear if 1TB will be added as a fourth option or if it will replace one of the existing options.

Regardless, those who regularly max out the storage offering of their iPhones will be happy to hear of the news.

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Pre-orders are now open for the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro at Apple. Devices will begin shipping on October 23.

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Developers invited to one-on-one labs to prepare for Apple Silicon Macs

Developers are invited to one-on-one labs for Apple Silicon.

What you need to know

• Apple is sending out invites to developers about Apple Silicon.
• The labs will give developers one-on-one code-level guidance to prepare their apps.
• Requests for an appointment must be submitted by November 1.

Apple has been running its Universal Quick Start Program to help developers prepare for its transition from Intel chips to its own Apple Silicon, and today that program gets an upgrade. As reported by MacRumors, Apple is starting to send invitations to developers to offer one-on-one code-level guidance labs with Apple engineers. The timing makes a lot of sense, as Apple is expected to announce its first Apple Silicon Mac at an event on November 17.

Developers who signed up for the Quick Start Program received a Mac Mini fitted with an A12Z processor, the chip currently found in the iPad Pro. The invite says that appointments will be used to prepare a developer's iPhone, iPad, and Mac apps for Apple Silicon Macs.

Participants in the Quick Start Program, which provided developers with a loaner Mac mini equipped with an A12Z chip and resources for developing Apple Silicon apps, can now sign up for an appointment with an Apple engineer.

Appointment requests for the one-on-one guidance can be requested up until 5:00 PM Pacific Time on November 1, with appointments occurring between November 4 and 5.

When Apple announced that it would be transitioning the Mac from Intel to its own Apple Silicon, it said that it would be releasing the first Apple Silicon Mac by the end of 2020. Recent news also expects the company to release an Apple Silicon iMac in the first half of 2021.

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Here's how to secure your copy of Monster Hunter Rise and the new amiibo

Hunt down the next big Nintendo Switch game — and some amiibo, too!

Monster Hunter Rise is the next installment in the long-running Monster Hunter franchise and will bring the series back to Nintendo platforms after Monster Hunter World skipped over the platform in favor of the Playstation 4, Xbox One, and PC. The main game remains intact – you will slay and capture monsters for rewards, and the loot gained can be used to craft new armor and weapons. It's a fantastic cooperative multiplayer game that will surely be one of the best Nintendo Switch games when it arrives early 2021.

Launching alongside the game are three amiibo to assist you on your journey. There's Palamute, the new dog companion that you can ride around on, Palico, a cat-like companion and mainstay of the series, and the Magnamalo, the newest monster introduced in this installment. To get ready for the game's upcoming release, we'll show you how to preorder Monster Hunter Rise and the amiibo.

How to preorder a physical copy of Monster Hunter Rise

There are currently three versions of Monster Hunter Rise available. There's the standard edition and the deluxe edition, which includes the Kamurai layered armor set, Shuriken Collar Palamute armor, Fish Collar Palico armor, and some gestures, poses, Kabuki face paint, and a new hairstyle. All for an extra $10.

For an extra $40, you can score the collector's edition, which brings the DLC included in the deluxe edition, as well as a sticker pack, an enamel pin, and a Magnamalo amiibo.

To get your hands on the standard copy, deluxe copy, or collector's edition copy of Monster Hunter Rise, follow these steps.

1. Go to Amazon.com.
2. Decided whether you want the standard edition, deluxe edition, or collector's edition.
3. Select Pre-order now.
4. Complete the checkout process.

It's really that simple. If Amazon isn't your cup of tea, you can always pre-order your game at Best Buy or Walmart.

How to preorder a digital copy of Monster Hunter Rise

If you'd prefer to go digital, make sure you have an SD card with at least 9GB of space and follow these steps.

1. From the Nintendo Switch home screen, select the Nintendo eShop icon.
2. You will find both the standard and deluxe edition of Monster Hunter Rise in the Coming Soon section. If you can't find it, just head to the Search/Browse option at the top of the page.
3. Select Enter Keyword.
4. Type in Monster Hunter Rise.
5. Select Search.
6. Choose either the standard or deluxe edition.
7. Select Proceed to Purchase.
8. Complete the checkout process.

No matter which version you choose, you'll be ready to play when the game comes out on March 26, 2021.

Preordering Monster Hunter Rise amiibo

As of this writing, the individual Monster Hunter Rise amiibo are available exclusively at Gamestop. Here's how to get them:

1. Go to Gamestop.com.
2. Type Monster Hunter Rise amiibo into the Search bar.
3. Add the amiibo you want to your cart. You can choose between the Palico, Palamute, or the Magnamalo. Or all three!
4. Complete the checkout process.

Rise and fight!

Monster Hunter Rise is sure to be one of the biggest Nintendo Switch games when it releases next year. With new allies and a new setting, 14 different weapons to choose from, and the new Wirebug item that allows hunters to easily traverse and explore the different terrain throughout the game, we can't wait to hunt down monsters with our friends!

Rise to the top

Monster Hunter Rise

$60 for Standard Edition at Best Buy

$70 for Deluxe Edition at Best Buy

$100 for Collector's Edition at Best Buy

Take on at least four new monsters as you protect the ninja-like Kamura Village from a new threat.

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