Duolingo Uses iPhone's Dynamic Island for Ads, Breaching Apple Guidelines
Duolingo was found to be using Apple's Dynamic Island feature on iPhones to display ads, which violates Apple's design guidelines.
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Apple Plans to Expand App Store Search Ads Starting in 2026
Apple is expanding its advertising in the App Store by adding more ad placements in search results, which will appear further down the page starting in 2026, aiming to increase opportunities for app promotion without requiring campaign changes.
What to Expect from Ads on Your $2,000 Samsung Smart Fridge
Samsung is introducing ads on its $2,000 Family Hub smart fridges through a new widget that displays curated ads alongside news, weather, and calendar features, starting November 3rd in the US. Users can turn off the ads, but the move raises concerns about privacy, trust, and the future of intrusive advertising in smart home devices, despite Samsung's claims that the ads will be non-personal and responsible.
Apple Plans to Introduce Ads to Maps in 2026
Apple is planning to introduce ads in its Maps app as early as next year, aiming to enhance visibility for businesses and improve search results using AI, with potential expansion of ads into other Apple services to boost revenue.
Ontario to Air Tariff Ads During World Series Amid U.S.-Canada Trade Tensions
Ontario's Premier Doug Ford announced the withdrawal of an anti-tariff ad that had led U.S. President Trump to end trade talks with Canada, aiming to resume negotiations and continue messaging to Americans, despite ongoing tensions over tariffs and trade policies.
Ontario halts Reagan anti-tariff ads amid US-Canada trade tensions
Ontario paused its anti-tariff ad campaign featuring Reagan after U.S. President Trump condemned the ads and announced the termination of trade talks with Canada, citing concerns over the ad's authenticity and interference in U.S. judicial processes.
YouTube Unveils New Video Player and Interface Enhancements
YouTube is planning significant changes to its platform, and users are informed about privacy policies related to data collection, cookies, and targeted advertising, emphasizing transparency and user control.
Google Enhances Search Experience with New Ad Controls and AI Features
Google Search now allows users to hide sponsored ads, giving them more control over their search experience and privacy. The update aims to improve user experience by reducing unwanted advertising visibility.
How to Stop Obnoxious Ads on Your Amazon Echo Show
Recent updates to the Amazon Echo Show have led to an increase in intrusive full-screen ads, making the device less usable and prompting some users to consider returning it. Amazon's push for ad revenue, especially with the new Alexa Plus, has resulted in ads appearing across various functions, but users can mitigate this by setting routines or changing device language settings. Despite these workarounds, the pervasive advertising raises concerns about user experience and privacy.
Amazon's Massive Ads Damage Echo Show Experience
Amazon's new Echo Show devices have introduced intrusive full-screen ads, which many users find disruptive and invasive, raising concerns about privacy and the company's focus on monetization over user experience.
California bans loud ads on streaming platforms for peace and quiet
California has enacted a law requiring streaming platforms to ensure that advertisements are not louder than the main content, building on federal regulations, with enforcement starting July 1, 2026. The law aims to address consumer complaints about loud ads, although streaming services initially opposed it due to control challenges. The law was inspired by a personal story and seeks to improve viewer experience by regulating ad volume.
Skip the Echo Show, I’m giving mine away
The author criticizes Amazon's Echo Show for displaying unremovable ads, which contradicts the company's claim that the device should blend into the background and not distract users, leading the author to consider discontinuing its use.
Americans' Views on the Impact and Blame of the Government Shutdown
Political parties are launching targeted ad campaigns amid the threat of a government shutdown, focusing on issues like health care and immigration, as they prepare for the 2026 midterm elections. Past shutdowns have had limited long-term electoral impact, but parties are using the current situation to shape voter perceptions and rally support.
Microsoft Prepares Free Ad-Supported Xbox Cloud Gaming
Microsoft is testing a new free, ad-supported version of Xbox Cloud Gaming that will allow users to stream certain games with limited hours and sessions, aiming to make cloud gaming more affordable, but the restrictions and added ads may not be well-received by players.
Meta to Use AI Chat Conversations for Targeted Advertising and Business Tools
Meta plans to use conversations from its AI chatbots to serve targeted ads across its platforms, including Instagram and Facebook, with certain privacy protections in place. This move reflects a broader trend of monetizing AI chatbots, with other tech giants also exploring ad integrations in AI services.