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Apple’s new features to rival zoom, major software updates for new iPhone

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Apple has unveiled a large range of new features at its annual developers’ conference, including updates to video calls and digital keys.

Apple’s Senior VP of software engineering, Craig Federeghi hosted the virtual keynote presentation.

On FaceTime, users will now be able to stream movies or music together during a group call.

The company says “FaceTime calls will become more natural, with the introduction of SharePlay for shared experiences, helping users stay in the moment”.

Apple Maps and the Weather app have been refreshed, with new ways to explore the world and refreshed graphics.

The mobile wallet app has also been redesigned, allowing users to unlock everything from their home to their hotel room with digital keys.

Apple employees angry about CEO asking them to return to work

While many are enjoying the perks of working from home, Apple employees are angry about a memo from the CEO asking them to return to work.

While office workers around the world haver been getting by the last year on Zoom meetings from the lounge room, the tech giant is trying to get employees back to Apple park on set days.

Apple workers would still be able to work from home on Wednesdays and Fridays though.

Many employees are unhappy with the announcement, responding in an internal letter that they would like more flexibility.

They want those who like working remote to be allowed to do so.

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