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Universal search was one of the new features that made Apple fans excited about the release of the Apple TV 4, but upon launch it only worked with iTunes, Netflix, Hulu, HBO and Showtime. Apple has promised to expand the search with updates and so far it has kept that promise by adding the feature to several channels, including FOX NOW, FX NOW, National Geographic, PBS and PBS Kids. Today Apple also added the feature to Watch ABC, Disney XD, Disney Channel and Disney Jr. The update today brings the total universal search sources to 14.

Over four years ago rumors of a waterproof iPhone 5 surfaced, but the development never came to fruition. To safely submerge an iPhone, there are waterproof cases on the market. Other solutions such as Liquipel promise to coat sensitive parts inside iOS devices, protecting them from water. Recent leaks (pun intended) are repeating history, with reports pointing towards a waterproof iPhone 7 in the works.

After another lackluster week, Apple stock (NASDAQ:AAPL) opened the Tuesday after President's Day at $94.65. Share prices made a steady climb Tuesday into Wednesday, peaking at $98.25. Thursday brought a slide until AAPL leveled off on Friday, closing the week at $96.04. Overall, in four days of trading Apple stock gained modestly at +$1.39 (+1.47%). As usual, there are several storylines that could affect AAPL in the near term. Let's take a closer look.

The week in Apple news points to a brewing legal battle between the US Justice Department and Apple over encryption. On a lighter note, Apple is developing a completely new Remote app for Apple TV fans. Apple Pay has officially launched in China, and Sony's biopic Steve Jobs has released on DVD and Blu-ray Disc. Here are more details on some recent Apple highlights.

Nintendo this week opened pre-registration for its upcoming communication app Miitomo. The app will allows users to create a Mii character to interact with other users and earn coins that can be spent on new outfits and other Mii upgrades. Miitomo will launch sometime in March. You can register now at my.nintendo.com to receive bonus Nintendo Platinum Points.