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iOS 26.1 finally allows users to darken transparent elements. (Image source: Apple)

Apple releases iOS 26.1 and macOS 26.1 with new Liquid Glass option

Apple has released the first major update for iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS 26. The patch primarily introduces a new option designed to improve the readability of Apple's "Liquid Glass", but the iPad also gets a familiar multitaski...

Hannes Brecher, 04 Nov 2025 09:28

Apple is now offering replacement parts for the iPhone 17 series. (Image source: iFixit)

Apple starts selling replacement parts for iPhone 17 (Pro) and iPhone Air at partly high prices

Apple is now offering replacement parts for the iPhone 17 (Pro) and the iPhone Air, allowing users to repair their smartphones themselves. However, since the prices are occasionally very high, self-repairs are often not worthwhile...

Hannes Brecher, 03 Nov 2025 14:13

The 10 Air costs around $28 in China. Pictured: a promo picture of the power bank. (Image source: Cuktech)

Cuktech launches new magnetic power bank with built-in display and 55W fast charging

The Cuktech 10 Air magnetic power bank has been unveiled in China. It's an affordable portable charger with a built-in display and support for 55W fast charging through wired mode and 15W through wireless.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 02 Nov 2025 13:51

Apple iPhone Air (Image source: Daniel Schmidt)

Apple iPhone Air: Too many compromises compared to the Pro?

The Apple iPhone Air is the thinnest Apple smartphone with a titanium frame and top-of-the-line processor, but it suffers from compromises such as a small battery, single camera, mono speaker, and USB 2.0. It is only slightly chea...

Daniel Schmidt, 02 Nov 2025 13:38

iPhone 18 Pro leak reveals three all-new bold colors

The iPhone 18 Pro is still far off, but new leaks are already buzzing about a big aesthetic shift. Apple is rumored to embrace warmer tones by introducing three all-new colors. The leaks also suggest the brand is skipping the trad...

Jean Leon, 31 Oct 2025 18:52

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is available in 3 color variants. Cosmic Orange is by far the most striking. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

More performance at the expense of design: Verdict on the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max

Apple's new Pro iPhones feature a striking design with a large camera bump. Aluminum has been revived as the casing material, which may not appeal to everyone, but it does have many advantages, including significantly longer batte...

Manuel Masiero, 30 Oct 2025 20:04

Sandmarc's latest lens doubles the focal length of the iPhone 17 Pro's telephoto camera. (Image source: Sandmarc)

Apple iPhone 17 Pro gets a 200mm telephoto camera thanks to Sandmarc Tetraprism lens

With the Vivo X300 Pro and Oppo Find X9 Pro offering an optional telephoto lens, Sandmarc provides an alternative for iPhone users. The manufacturer's tetraprism lens can double the focal length of the iPhone 17 Pro (Max) telephot...

Hannes Brecher, 30 Oct 2025 16:08

According to DxOMark, the iPhone Air's display is just as good as the one on the iPhone 17 Pro Max. (Image source: Thai Nguyen)

Apple iPhone 17, iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro Max fail to make top 20 in DxOMark display analysis

The Apple iPhone 17 and iPhone Air, at best, managed to hold their own against the more expensive iPhone 17 Pro Max in DxOMark’s display analysis. However, the iPhone 17 series falls significantly behind competitors such as the Go...

Hannes Brecher, 29 Oct 2025 13:18

Oppo Find X9 Pro's battery capacity (Image Source: Oppo)

Battery test: Oppo's Find X9 Pro crushes iPhone 17 Pro Max & Pixel 10 Pro XL

The Oppo Find X9 Pro, featuring a massive 7,500mAh battery, just faced the ultimate endurance test against the iPhone 17 Pro Max and Google Pixel 10 Pro XL. The results show Oppo didn't just win—it clearly dominated.

Jean Leon, 29 Oct 2025 00:49

A render from 2023 showing a bezeless iPhone that looks like a sheet of glass. (Image source: Ice Universe on X)

iPhone 20 could set a new industry standard for smartphone design

A leak has hinted at Apple making major design changes with the iPhone 20. The phone will mark the 20th anniversary of the iPhone and like the iPhone X, it could introduce a new design language for Apple, and the smartphone indust...

Vineet Washington, 28 Oct 2025 16:21

Apple and SpaceX talks may be back on with Starlink getting deeper iPhone access

Apple and SpaceX are allegedly quietly talking again about tighter Starlink integration for iPhones, a move that would reshape Apple’s existing satellite ties and handset connectivity strategy.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 28 Oct 2025 15:42

The successor to the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is expected to receive at least two camera upgrades. (Image source: Nick Cozier)

Rumor: iPhone 20 Pro will get Apple camera sensor for the first time, iPhone 18 Pro will get two camera upgrades

According to the latest rumors, Apple is planning at least two significant camera upgrades for the iPhone 18 Pro (Max). The anniversary iPhone in 2027 will also be particularly exciting, as it is expected to be equipped with a cam...

Hannes Brecher, 27 Oct 2025 18:18

Advertisements reportedly coming to Apple Maps

According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple is pushing toward integrating ads into Apple Maps as early as next year. Functioning similarly to advertisements in App Store queries, these ads would likely allow companies to pay to mo...

Sam Medley, 26 Oct 2025 18:09

The iPhone 18 may get significantly more RAM to aid in its local AI model. (Image source: Apple and iStockPhoto, w/ edits)

iPhone 18 could receive big bump in key spec for Apple Intelligence

The next iPhone could see as much as a 50% bump in RAM, according to Korean insiders. This would push the base iPhone 18's RAM up to 12 GB, a sizeable bump from the 8 GB inside the iPhone 17. This spec bump is likely driven by App...

Sam Medley, 25 Oct 2025 17:52

The Luma camera app has a new imaging pipeline, that lets users preview a fully-developed shot right in camera. (Image source: Apple App Store)

Why Luma Camera and Presets is one of the best "actually free" Halide alternatives for RAW photography on iOS

CheckMag LUMA Camera & Presets offers manual controls, RAW capture, and powerful presets for free, making it a solid alternative to Halide. Developer Rafal Kopiec shares how it cuts Apple’s auto-processing for true creative control, with n...

Anubhav Sharma, 24 Oct 2025 17:16

The iPhone 20th Anniversary iPhone in 2027 will be just one of many new iPhone designs in the coming years, according to current rumors. (Image source: @zellzoi, edited)

Apple's future is full of new designs from the iPhone Fold, the iPhone 20 to the iPhone Flip

An analysis firm and market observer have just provided exciting clues about the possible or even probable future of what is probably Apple's most important product line. According to their forecasts, there will be no iPhone 19 bu...

Alexander Fagot, 23 Oct 2025 19:41

Apple iPhone Air starts at $1,099.99 with 256 GB of storage. (Image source: Apple)

Apple iPhone Air could be a flop as rumors suggest lower-than-expected demand and potential discontinuation

Apple iPhone Air sales outside of China have reportedly fallen short of expectations. The low demand has allegedly sparked a revision in the production plan, as analyst Ming-Chi Kuo claims that most suppliers "are expected to redu...

Fawad Murtaza, 23 Oct 2025 12:11

The iPhone Air is already on the way out. (Image source: Apple w/ edits)

Apple lowers iPhone Air orders to "end of production" levels

According to Nikkei Asia, Apple has reportedly dramatically ramped down its production orders for the iPhone Air. Citing sources familiar with the matter, Nikkei claims that the iPhone Air has already entered "end of production" l...

Sam Medley, 23 Oct 2025 02:01

Artistic representation of A19 chip architecture. (Image source: Apple, edited)

iPhone 18 series pricing could be higher owing to one key component

A new report has suggested that the price for the 2nm based A20 chip will be significantly higher than the current processor. This chip will power the iPhone 18 series and could cause the price for the phones to be higher than the...

Vineet Washington, 22 Oct 2025 20:19

The iPhone 6S was released back in 2015 with an Apple A9 Soc, while the 2025's iPhone 17 series feature A19/A19 Pro chips. (Image source: Apple, r/iPhone, edited)

2025 vs 2015 iPhone: 10 years reportedly afford iPhone 17 over 1,000% and 1,600% faster multi-core and GPU performance

A user on r/iPhone has compiled the Geekbench 6 single-core, multi-core, and Metal scores of almost all major iPhone models since 2015. The results show that the iPhone 17 is close to 600% faster in single-core and over 1,000% ahe...

Fawad Murtaza, 22 Oct 2025 12:55

Three Apple iPhone 17 Pro units in silver, orange, and dark blue finishes (Image source: Apple)

Apple expected to debut iPhone 20 in 2027 with panel shipments rebounding to 250 million

Apple may rename its 2027 flagship lineup to iPhone 20, skipping iPhone 19, according to Omdia. The shift, expected to coincide with the iPhone’s 20th anniversary, could bring a major design overhaul and a revised dual-launch stra...

Anmol Dubey, 22 Oct 2025 11:39

Unofficial render of the rumored iPhone Fold. (Image source: Concept Creator via YouTube)

With iPhone Air's fate seemingly doomed, Apple is more committed to foldables

A new report has shared that Apple is working on not just the book-style foldable, but also a clamshell-style offering. The latter is slated for a 2028 release, though the company has not shared any information on either form fact...

Vineet Washington, 21 Oct 2025 20:11

The Apple iPhone Air does not appear to be very popular (Image source: Thai Nguyen)

Apple iPhone 17 (Pro) selling much better than iPhone 16 (Pro) as iPhone Air struggles

The Apple iPhone 17 series seems to be a success according to the latest sales analysis based on sales numbers from the US and China. That said, the iPhone Air is not doing so well compared to the other three models, as the small ...

Hannes Brecher, 21 Oct 2025 02:33

The iPhone 17 Pro front camera is based on a square 18MP sensor (Image source: Apple)

iPhone 17 Pro's innovative front camera beats all competitors in DxOMark review

The entire Apple iPhone 17 series, from the base model to the iPhone 17 Pro Max, uses a brand-new 18MP selfie camera with a square sensor. This unusual approach is paying off because the iPhone 17 Pro is able to surpass all compet...

Hannes Brecher, 20 Oct 2025 23:17

The Airline Zenith is the most expensive of Caviar's latest custom iPhone Air models at almost $40k. (Image source: Caviar)

Apple iPhone Air with gold and crocodile leather: Caviar presents new limited editions

The iPhone Air comes in relatively restrained colour options by default. Smartphone customiser Caviar has sought to rectify that with the Airline collection, which wraps the iPhone Air in gold or titanium with crocodile leather to...

Alex Alderson, 20 Oct 2025 23:13

iPhone 17 Pro (Image source: Daniel Schmidt)

Apple iPhone 17 Pro: One of the most compact flagship phones is getting heavier and heavier

The iPhone 17 Pro weighs a hefty 7.27 oz, even though it has a relatively small 6.3-inch display. Can we still consider it compact, and was the switch to aluminum a good idea?

Daniel Schmidt, 19 Oct 2025 21:37

Osmo Mobile 8's retail packaging maintains the simple design of previous DJI smartphone camera gimbals. (Image source: Camera Joint)

DJI Osmo Mobile 8: Early unboxing video showcases upgrades over Osmo Mobile 7 before official release

The launch of the DJI Osmo Mobile 8 is on the horizon. Allegedly set to arrive within the next weeks, the Osmo Mobile 8 has already turned up in an early unboxing video.

Alex Alderson, 18 Oct 2025 22:59

Transparent iPhone Air showing internal components and copper charging coil on a wooden desk. (Image source: Phone Repair Guru via YouTube)

Apple iPhone Air transparent back mod goes viral for its incredible design

A new transparent back panel mod for the Apple iPhone Air showcases its stunning internal design and incredible engineering, turning Apple’s thinnest iPhone into a visual masterpiece.

Anmol Dubey, 18 Oct 2025 21:59

The iPhone 17 Pro has a lot to offer, but is it time to upgrade from the iPhone 14 Pro? (Image source: Daniel Schmidt)

Time to switch? iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro in comparison

Hardly anyone buys a new smartphone every year, since most users probably wait two, or even three years. That is why we are comparing the new iPhone 17 Pro with the iPhone 14 Pro. Is it time to upgrade?

Daniel Schmidt, 17 Oct 2025 20:15

Apple's TechWoven cases don't appear to be very durable (Image source: iFixit, edited)

After FineWoven disaster: Apple's official TechWoven cases for iPhone 17 Pro face durability test

Apple's FineWoven cases were notorious for showing permanent damage after just a few days of normal use. The material turned out to be extremely sensitive to scratches, dirt and liquids. A durability test now shows whether the new...

Hannes Brecher, 16 Oct 2025 23:12

The Honor Magic 8 Pro will lose the variable aperture, while the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max will be the first to get it, according to a recent report. (Image source: Apple)

Apple iPhone 18 Pro gets camera feature that is lacking on Android flagships such as the Honor Magic 8 Pro

A feature that has been available on certain Android camera flagships for several years is now increasingly being dropped by companies such as Xiaomi and Honor, while Apple apparently wants to use it to make the iPhone 18 Pro flag...

Alexander Fagot, 15 Oct 2025 19:58

Altstore Classic grants access to some fairly shady sources. The benefits of free Spotify, might not outweigh a compromised device (Image Source: Notebookcheck)

These are your options for circumventing the Apple App store without a jailbreak, but the risk may not be worth it

CheckMag Despite what Apple wants you to believe, circumventing the App Store is possible without jailbreaking, regardless of whether you live in the EU. But the landscape is dominated by pirated software, cracked premium services, and unt...

David Devey, 15 Oct 2025 18:38

Orange iPhone 17 Pro Max turns pink: Another manufacturing defect with Apple's new iPhone?

A brand new iPhone 17 Pro Max has apparently spontaneously turned from orange to pink, according to one Redditor. Currently, no concrete explanation has been offered, but there are theories of faulty dyes, UV or radiation exposure...

Julian van der Merwe, 15 Oct 2025 18:16

The Honor Magic 8 series will launch on October 15 in China. Pictured: a promo picture of the Magic 8 Pro. (Image source: Honor)

Honor pits Magic 8 Pro against iPhone 17 Pro in high-altitude helicopter nightography test

The Honor Magic 8 Pro is set to launch as a new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 flagship that's geared for photography. To showcase how well the phone captures photos at night, the company has put it against the iPhone 17 Pro in a pre-pr...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 14 Oct 2025 07:59

Close-up of OPPO Find N5 foldable hinge mechanism used to illustrate hinge design similar to the upcoming Apple iPhone fold (Image source: Oppo)

Apple iPhone Fold could be more affordable than expected as hinge costs drop to around $70–80

A new report from analyst Ming-Chi Kuo sheds light on a key component driving the Apple iPhone Fold’s production strategy. The latest supply chain update points to major cost changes and a surprising shift in who’s building one of...

Anmol Dubey, 12 Oct 2025 22:30

A few lines of code caused one of Apple's biggest scandals to date. (Image source: Brett Jordan)

Apple iPhone: Code analysis shows how a 20-byte error could have resulted in Antennagate

The Apple iPhone 4 was an exciting upgrade with a brand-new design and a Retina display, but shortly after its launch, users complained about poor reception, leading to "Antennagate." A code analysis now reveals how a faulty 20-by...

Hannes Brecher, 08 Oct 2025 23:23

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max features a 7,500 mAh Silicon-Carbon battery that can be charged at 100 W. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Surprising Xiaomi 17 Pro Max vs iPhone 17 Pro Max battery life test shows raw capacity isn't everything

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max promises remarkable runtimes thanks to its behemoth 7,500 mAh battery. However, according to battery life testing done by TechDroider, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max does offer excellent runtimes, it fails to ma...

Fawad Murtaza, 08 Oct 2025 00:24

The Røde Wireless Micro now comes in three new colors. (Image source: Røde)

Rode Wireless Micro arrives in three new colors along with a permanent price cut

Shy of its first anniversary, Røde has refreshed the Wireless Micro by announcing the microphone system in three new colors. Buyers can also buy the Wireless Micro at a much cheaper price than it cost at launch.

Habeeb Onawole, 07 Oct 2025 17:48

The MetaKey starts at $59.99. Pictured: a promo picture of the the keyboard case. (Image source: Akko)

Akko launches BlackBerry-esque MetaKey keyboard case for iPhone with backlit keys

The MetaKey is a new accessory that converts the iPhone 17 Pro Max and iPhone 16 Pro Max into a BlackBerry-like phone. It features a plug-and-play USB connection, a built-in magnetic array for magnetic accessories, and shortcut ke...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 06 Oct 2025 16:19

According to Apple, the iPhone 17's 6.3-inch OLED panel reaches a brightness of up to 3,000 nits outdoors. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Turning off PWM flickering on the iPhone 17 is possible, but unlikely to bring benefits

Unfortunately, PWM-sensitive users are not spared from display flickering on the Apple iPhone 17. While there is an option to turn off PWM flickering, this only works at low display brightness, and many user reports reveal that th...

Manuel Masiero, 05 Oct 2025 09:00

Close-up of iPhone 17 Pro camera module showing new flash placement. (Image source: Apple)

iPhone 17 Pro flash issue: users report strange shadows while recording

The iPhone 17 Pro series has once again sparked discussion online, this time over an unexpected camera-related concern highlighted by people on social media. Users allege the issue may be linked to subtle design changes in the new...

Anmol Dubey, 04 Oct 2025 12:22

The Apple iPhone 17 has grown only minimally compared to the iPhone 16 and, at 177 grams, weighs just 12 grams more than the iPhone Air. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Verdict on the Apple iPhone 17: A worthwhile upgrade from the iPhone 16

For a long time, Apple's base iPhone received only minor upgrades and lagged significantly behind the Pro models. This has now changed dramatically with the iPhone 17. Its features are now so good that the advantages of the Pro ph...

Manuel Masiero, 03 Oct 2025 22:45

The T-Satellite Starlink service now offers apps and data. (Image source: T-Mobile)

T-Mobile brings Starlink satellite Internet data and video calls to older phones

T-Mobile promised to bring satellite Internet data directly to phones via its T-Satellite partnership with Starlink in October, and it has now delivered. The Starlink data service has expanded to more T-Mobile phones and dedicated...

Daniel Zlatev, 03 Oct 2025 15:29

iPhone 17 Pro Max with SSD coolers attached for better thermal stability (Image source: u/T-K-Tronix via r/iphone)

iPhone 17 Pro Max mod with SSD cooler maintains 90% stability in 3DMark stress test

A Reddit user has made probably one of the world's best-performing iPhone 17 Pro Max, at least in terms of thermal stability, by attaching an M.2 SSD cooler on its back. The experiment went viral on the r/iPhone subreddit and peop...

Anmol Dubey, 02 Oct 2025 09:31

The Xiaomi 17 with 7,000mAh takes on the iPhone 17 with 3,692mAh and a 5,000mAh power bank (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 17 vs. iPhone 17 battery life test: Xiaomi mocks Apple with extra 5,000mAh power bank

This is a whole new level of mockery. Can the Xiaomi 17 beat an iPhone 17 in a battery life test with an additional 5,000mAh power bank? In theory, Apple’s new entry-level flagship should have the advantage, but Xiaomi’s battery l...

Alexander Fagot, 30 Sep 2025 19:47

iPhones showing SmartGym, Stoic, and VLLO with Apple Intelligence features. (Image source: Apple Newsroom)

New Apple Intelligence update now lets SmartGym build workouts and VLLO suggest video edits

Apple has launched its Foundation Models framework with iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS 26, enabling apps like SmartGym, Stoic, CellWalk, and VLLO to add new on-device AI features.

Anmol Dubey, 29 Sep 2025 18:48

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Apple releases iOS 26.1 and macOS 26.1 with new Liquid Glass option

Apple starts selling replacement parts for iPhone 17 (Pro) and iPhone Air at partly high prices

Cuktech launches new magnetic power bank with built-in display and 55W fast charging

Apple iPhone Air: Too many compromises compared to the Pro?

87% Apple iPhone Air review – The thinnest smartphone packs a ton of power

iPhone 18 Pro leak reveals three all-new bold colors

More performance at the expense of design: Verdict on the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max

Apple iPhone 17 Pro gets a 200mm telephoto camera thanks to Sandmarc Tetraprism lens

Apple iPhone 17, iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro Max fail to make top 20 in DxOMark display analysis

Battery test: Oppo's Find X9 Pro crushes iPhone 17 Pro Max & Pixel 10 Pro XL

89% Setting new battery life records - Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max smartphone review

iPhone 20 could set a new industry standard for smartphone design

Apple and SpaceX talks may be back on with Starlink getting deeper iPhone access

Rumor: iPhone 20 Pro will get Apple camera sensor for the first time, iPhone 18 Pro will get two camera upgrades

Advertisements reportedly coming to Apple Maps

iPhone 18 could receive big bump in key spec for Apple Intelligence

Why Luma Camera and Presets is one of the best "actually free" Halide alternatives for RAW photography on iOS

Apple's future is full of new designs from the iPhone Fold, the iPhone 20 to the iPhone Flip

Apple iPhone Air could be a flop as rumors suggest lower-than-expected demand and potential discontinuation

Apple lowers iPhone Air orders to "end of production" levels

iPhone 18 series pricing could be higher owing to one key component

2025 vs 2015 iPhone: 10 years reportedly afford iPhone 17 over 1,000% and 1,600% faster multi-core and GPU performance

Apple expected to debut iPhone 20 in 2027 with panel shipments rebounding to 250 million

With iPhone Air's fate seemingly doomed, Apple is more committed to foldables

Apple iPhone 17 (Pro) selling much better than iPhone 16 (Pro) as iPhone Air struggles

iPhone 17 Pro's innovative front camera beats all competitors in DxOMark review

Apple iPhone Air with gold and crocodile leather: Caviar presents new limited editions

Apple iPhone 17 Pro: One of the most compact flagship phones is getting heavier and heavier

90% Apple iPhone 17 Pro review – Faster, longer, further. Is that enough?

DJI Osmo Mobile 8: Early unboxing video showcases upgrades over Osmo Mobile 7 before official release

Apple iPhone Air transparent back mod goes viral for its incredible design

Time to switch? iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro in comparison

After FineWoven disaster: Apple's official TechWoven cases for iPhone 17 Pro face durability test

Apple iPhone 18 Pro gets camera feature that is lacking on Android flagships such as the Honor Magic 8 Pro

These are your options for circumventing the Apple App store without a jailbreak, but the risk may not be worth it

Orange iPhone 17 Pro Max turns pink: Another manufacturing defect with Apple's new iPhone?

Honor pits Magic 8 Pro against iPhone 17 Pro in high-altitude helicopter nightography test

Apple iPhone Fold could be more affordable than expected as hinge costs drop to around $70–80

Apple iPhone: Code analysis shows how a 20-byte error could have resulted in Antennagate

Surprising Xiaomi 17 Pro Max vs iPhone 17 Pro Max battery life test shows raw capacity isn't everything

Rode Wireless Micro arrives in three new colors along with a permanent price cut

Akko launches BlackBerry-esque MetaKey keyboard case for iPhone with backlit keys

Turning off PWM flickering on the iPhone 17 is possible, but unlikely to bring benefits

iPhone 17 Pro flash issue: users report strange shadows while recording

Verdict on the Apple iPhone 17: A worthwhile upgrade from the iPhone 16

T-Mobile brings Starlink satellite Internet data and video calls to older phones

iPhone 17 Pro Max mod with SSD cooler maintains 90% stability in 3DMark stress test

88% Apple iPhone 17 smartphone review - The best iPhone of the year is unbelievably close to an iPhone Pro

Xiaomi 17 vs. iPhone 17 battery life test: Xiaomi mocks Apple with extra 5,000mAh power bank

New Apple Intelligence update now lets SmartGym build workouts and VLLO suggest video edits

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