HEADS UP: Does Your iPhone Qualify for the iOS 15 Upgrade? (June 9)

Here’s a Heads Up from reporter on news that you need to know today, June 9:

TECH EXPLAINED

• Apple has rolled out iOS 15 providing iPhone users more controls over their privacy.
• The iPhone 6s series from 2015 lives for one more year of updates. It’s the oldest model to qualify for the iOS 15 rollout.

2022 ELECTIONS

• Sen. Manny Pacquiao urged supporters of Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte who want her to run for president to give chance to others.
• Sen. Panfilo Lacson said he would retire from politics if he would not run for president in 2022.

VACCINE NEWS

• An economic adviser to President Duterte proposed dropping the RT-PCR test before flight for those who have been vaccinated against COVID-19.
• The Pfizer COVID vaccine has been authorized for rollout to 12-15 year olds with comorbidities due to short supply.
• China’s Sinopharm vaccine has secured emergency use authorization from the Food and Drug Administration.
• The government has issued a clarification on whether those who work from home qualify as A4 or fourth priority for vaccines.
• The private sector can now import vaccines without donating a portion to the government.
• Sen. Panfilo Lacson did the math and asked, does gov’t need an additional P25 billion for its vaccine budget?

NEWS YOU NEED TO KNOW

• The new Navy Chief, Vice Admiral Adelius Bordado, takes office today and will be at the forefront of guarding Philippine sovereignty at sea.
• The Philippine Air Force received five new Blackhawk utility helicopters for more deliveries of essential supplies like vaccines to far-flung areas.
• The National University in Manila resumed face-to-face classes for medical courses, providing a preview of learning under the new normal.
• Senate President Vicente Sotto III filed a resolution honoring 19-year-old Filipina golfer Yuka Saso for winning the U.S. Women’s Open.
• Lorde is back, instantly going viral with a cheeky teaser for her new album “Solar Power.”