From Apple today, Disney World gets ApplePay in addition to the Disney Stores. In related news, the Apple Watch (aka iWatch) includes Mickey Mouse as an option.
Live Stream of Apple Event
Live stream of the Apple event today that should include information about some of the new Disney Store features today:
Disney Stores getting Apple iBeacons and NFC Scanners
9to5Mac reports:
Apple and longtime partner Disney this week are bolstering their stores with upgraded versions of iBeacon sensors and NFC readers, according to sources. Apple Stores have had iBeacons stationed throughout showroom floors for several months as a way to pinpoint exactly where a customer is within the store.
These scanners will be useful with iOS 8 and the new iPhones that are expected to be announced this week.
Rumor: Star Wars Movies getting digital release in November 2014 (iTunes)
Jedi News cites a “very reliable source” that states that all six original movies will be getting a digital release this November. After the Disney purchase, it does make sense that the movies would be coming to Apple’s iTunes and other digital platforms in time for Christmas. However it is not clear whether this will be Netflix-type streaming, digital downloads, or both remains to be seen.