Tech Report: Apple to produce movies meant for release in theaters

Apple plans to spend $1 billion a year to produce movies that will be released in theaters. Apple has approached movie studios about partnership. They hope to release a few titles in theaters this year and a slate of more films in the future, according to Bloomberg. After word of Apple’s plans broke out, movie theater stocks rose.

Technology promises to expand opportunities for millions of people living with disabilities. From revolutionary bionic limbs designed in New York to a robot café in Tokyo that facilitates remote work for disabled people. AI can also be used to identify facial expressions and emotions, which may be helpful for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Snap is using its image filter technology to let shoppers try on clothes virtually. The tools could allow users shopping online to see how products look before purchasing. The technology works with clothing, footwear and accessories.

The Federal Trade Commission says it receives thousands of complaints every year from consumers plagued by recurring charges. Many say that they either weren’t able to cancel or didn’t know they were signing up for in the first place. The FTC proposed a new rule that would make it easier for people to cancel those pesky charges and get their money back. The “Click to Cancel’ provision would require sellers to make it just as easy for customers to leave subscriptions  as it is to enroll. The provision would cover everything from cosmetics, to gym memberships, to newspapers.