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Genshin Impact has had quite a year. (Source: miHoYo)

Spending on mobile gaming grows by nearly 8% for the third quarter of 2021

Mobile app and game downloads combined declined slightly year-on-year in the third quarter of 2021 (3Q2021), as the pandemic-era boom in this area recedes. Nevertheless, the amount of money coming in on both the Google Play Store ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Oct 2021 16:26

A 13 Pro goes into anti-repair mode. (Source: Hugh Jeffreys via YouTube)

Apple may have gone even further in blocking third-party repairs with the iPhone 13 series

2020's iPhone 12 had been found to be very independent repair-unfriendly by a prominent Australia-based vlogger. Now, a follow-up video asserts that this situation has gotten even worse in 2021. Replacing some components apparentl...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Oct 2021 18:43

BlueStacks X is a new cloud-based service for Android gaming. (Image via BlueStacks X)

You can play Android games on almost any device via BlueStacks X

Some Android games can now be played on any device capable of running a modern web browser. BlueStacks X, a cloud-focused variant of the popular Android emulator, can play compatible Android titles without the need for installing ...

Sam Medley, 01 Oct 2021 05:05

DxOMark posts its final scores for the iPhone 13 series' cameras

Apple touts the cameras in both the vanilla and Pro variants of the latest iPhone 13 series as better than ever before, thanks to new features such as Cinematic Mode. The notorious mobile-device testing group DxOMark has now revea...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Sep 2021 16:29

According to a security researcher, Apple's iOS 15 includes several critical security flaws (Image: Apple)

Apple's iOS 15 update supposedly includes several zero-day exploits despite security expert's warning

Although a security researcher apparently notified the iPhone maker of several security issues, Apple has recently released its iOS 15 update without fixing these vulnerabilities, which is why the anonymous tipster is now publicly...

Enrico Frahn, 25 Sep 2021 19:26

The iPad mini and iPhone 13 Pro Max both feature an A15 Bionic SoC, but they differ slightly. (Image: Sanjiv Sathiah/Notebookcheck)

Both the CPU and GPU of the A15 Bionic in the iPad mini confirmed slower than the iPhone 13 Pro in our early testing

We’ve got our hands on the new iPhone 13 Max Pro and the iPad mini 6. Both feature Apple’s 15 Bionic with 6-core CPU and 5-core GPU configuration, but we have confirmed the performance of the chip in the iPad mini is indeed slower...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 24 Sep 2021 13:47

The new JBuds Frames. (Source: JLab Audio)

JLab Audio's JBuds Frames are touted as a conversion kit to turn any pair of spectacles into smart glasses

Smart glasses is a category that includes pairs that incorporate a mic and speakers. The prospect might sound attractive, but might involve a pricey pair that could involve a prescription on top of that in some cases. Now, JLab Au...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Sep 2021 16:21

Home security goes binocular with the new Reolink Duo 2K camera

Reolink's latest home security camera has go-to specs such as spotlights, two-way audio, microSD card support and the option of truly-wireless battery power. However, it also has something new to this brand: dual lenses. They enab...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Sep 2021 18:28

Most people spend much more time on their phones than they think. (Image via SolitaireD)

The average iPhone user spends a full work week on their phone, a new report claims

Do you know how much time you spend on your phone every day? A new study suggests that users spend significantly more time on their smartphones than they think. The study also claims that smartphone use is a notable cause of relat...

Sam Medley, 20 Sep 2021 18:30

Tile announces a new investment. (Source: Tile)

Tile acquires new investment funding to the tune of US$40 million

The property-tracking tech-maker Tile must have taken a knock on the launch of Apple AirTags. However, the OEM still insists it is going strong, with robust revenue growth in 2021 and hundreds of thousands of paid subscriptions so...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Sep 2021 19:30

The OWC Envoy Pro Elektron. (Source: OWC)

OWC brings the option of Thunderbolt or SSD speeds to the new iPad Mini with its latest hubs and portable drives

Now that the iPad Mini has moved on to USB type-C in its latest form, OWC strongly hints that one of its latest accessories is an ideal companion for the tablet, considering its new prospects. They include a hub that can expand a ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Sep 2021 16:38

Realme's Dizo launches 2 new smartwatches via Flipkart

Dizo is Realme's latest sub-brand for 'ecosystem' devices, mostly lifestyle wearables thus far. To this end, a Watch 2 and Watch Pro under this new name have been unveiled. They offer large displays and health-tracking tech such a...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Sep 2021 15:30

Apple iPhone 13 Pro and Pro Max now feature an A15 Bionic SoC with a 5-core GPU. (Image Source: Apple)

Apple iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max announced with 5-core GPU A15 Bionic, ProRes video capture, 120 Hz ProMotion display, and dual eSIM support

Apple has refreshed its iPhone Pro lineup this year with the iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max. Both the iPhone 13 Pro models feature identical specs save for the display and offer new, improved cameras with OIS, 4K 60 ProRes vi...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 15 Sep 2021 04:05

The iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini have been officially announced

iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini launched with slightly upgraded cameras and a new A15 Bionic chipset

Apple's entry-level iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini are finally official. Both phones bring some QoL upgrades to the cameras and battery life. The former will cost US$699 and the latter US$799. Pre-orders are live now, and the device...

Anil Ganti, 14 Sep 2021 21:55

Epic Games wins some, loses some. (Source: Epic Games)

Apple is obliged to open access to third-party payment methods on apps in its Store

Epic Games has failed to convince a US court that Apple has broken the country's anti-competition laws. Nevertheless, the Cupertino giant has now officially lost its monopoly on purchases made within apps that run on its operating...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Sep 2021 21:56

Some Vimeo fans may now be able to access this upgrade. (Source: Vimeo)

Vimeo announces Dolby Vision support, albeit with quite some caveats

The popular online video platform Vimeo has announced that content created, shared and viewed through its medium now has the option of Dolby Vision integration. This may unleash the potential for enhanced detail with improved brig...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Sep 2021 16:24

The new smart Ray-Bans. (Source: Ray-Ban)

Facebook unveils its first-gen sunglasses in the form of Ray-Ban Stories

Not only has Facebook made its first ever pair of smart glasses official, it has also made them Ray-Bans thanks to a collaboration with this iconic brand. The new wearable device is equipped with speakers for calls and audio, not ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Sep 2021 19:06

iPad Mini 6: Leak debunks claims of a mini-LED display on Apple's imminent tablet

Apple will release the iPad Mini 6 at its event in California next week, and a new leak has now put paid to some fan hopes for the smaller Apple tablet. Apparently, the iPad Mini 6 will sport an LCD, and not a mini-LED as some rep...

Ricci Rox, 08 Sep 2021 20:44

WhatApp now allows chat history transfer from iOS to a Samsung Android device. (Image Source: WhatsApp)

WhatsApp now allows chat history transfer from iOS to Android, but there's a catch

It is now possible to transfer WhatsApp chat history from iOS to Android. However, this is still not a straightforward process as it involves connecting the phones physically and initiating the transfer. Currently, this feature is...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 06 Sep 2021 08:50

Apple advertises the iPhone is private, but privacy advocates have piled on Apple's proposed CSAM system. (Image: Engadget)

Apple has backflipped on its controversial CSAM system, will delay its rollout following privacy criticisms

Apple has backflipped on its controversial CSAM initiative for its iCloud Photos service. The company says it is planning to take additional time to make unspecified improvements to its system before deploying it in the coming mon...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 04 Sep 2021 12:02

The new Elite 7 Active buds. (Source: Jabra)

The new Jabra Elite 7 Pro TWS earbuds feature new voice-call enhancing technology along with adjustable ANC

Jabra has added not one but three new pairs to its Elite-series of TWS earbuds. Their new flagship, the 7 Pros, feature the OEM's MultiSensor Voice tech for "best-in-class call performance". The buds are joined by the 7 Actives an...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Sep 2021 21:10

Bose claims the latest QuietComfort 45 headphones come with world-beating ANC, 24-hour battery life and high-fidelity audio

Bose has launched the latest generation of its QuietComfort line of headphones. The OEM asserts that these new 45s live up to their name with a "lightweight" design, not to mention "world-class" Acoustic Noise Cancelling technolog...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Aug 2021 17:04

The Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 6 launches in India

Xiaomi has finally made the Mi Band 6, or Mi Smart Band 6 rather, official in India. Many fitness-tracker fans might welcome its upgraded 1.56-inch AMOLED display, expanded workout mode line-up and blood oxygen sensor. It will be ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Aug 2021 20:09

Apple tested Touch ID on the next iPhone but dropped it. (Image: Sanjiv Sathiah/Notebook Check)

Apple tested Touch ID on the iPhone 13 but has dropped it for the time being

Apple is said to have tested Touch ID for the iPhone 13 range, but has dropped it ahead of its launch. Apple is known to have been developing under-display Touch ID tech for some time, but its reasons for scuttling the feature for...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 24 Aug 2021 03:26

Mario’s 3D debut is now playable as a browser game on iOS and Android (Image source: Nintendo)

Yes, you can actually play Super Mario 64 on your iPhone or Android web browser

The folks over at Froggi.es recently updated Super Mario 64: Browser Edition to support iOS and Android devices. The browser game is compatible with Bluetooth and wired controllers like the Razer Kishi and runs remarkably well.

Arjun Krishna Lal, 22 Aug 2021 13:53

The new Tronsmart Studio speaker. (Source: Tronsmart)

The latest Tronsmart Studio portable speaker has a metal chassis and a 5,000mAh battery

Tronsmart has announced the Studio 30W SoundPulse as its latest wireless speaker. It is rated to cover an open space of up to 10 meters in size with 2.1 channel sound for up to 15 hours per charge. Unlike most portable accessories...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Aug 2021 14:24

The Logitech Zone TWS earphones are targeted at the WFH market. (Image: Logitech)

Logitech Zone TWS targets the WFH market, can pair simultaneously with a phone and a PC

Logitech has developed its first set of TWS earphones targeted at the growing work from home market. The new Logitech Zone TWS earphones can also simultaneously pair to a smartphone and a computer.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 09 Aug 2021 13:06

The new Beoplay EQ TWS earphones with ANC from Bang & Olufsen. (Image: Bang & Olufsen)

Bang & Olufsen's Beoplay EQ ANC TWS earphones target the audiophile market

Fans of high-end TWS earphones with active noise cancelling now have a new choice. Bang & Olufsen has launched the Beoplay EQ which are the first TWS earphones from the company to feature ANC coupled with its signature premium sou...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 02 Aug 2021 13:44

MIUI 11 was installed on a first-generation iPhone SE with the use of the checkm8 exploit. (Image source: Vimeo - edited)

Hackers succeed in running MIUI 11 on an iPhone SE

Hackers have managed to get Xiaomi’s MIUI 11 Android skin running on an Apple iPhone SE by utilizing the known checkm8 exploit. A couple of video clips have been shared showing that MIUI 11 had been successfully installed onto the...

Daniel R Deakin, 23 Jul 2021 22:46

Pokémon Go Fest 2021 was a huge success for developer Niantic. (Image via Pokémon Go Live)

Pokémon Go proves it is still a money maker with two-day Pokémon Go Fest

Pokémon Go continues to pull in the bucks. After hitting US$5 billion in lifetime revenue earlier this year, this past weekend's Pokémon Go Fest 2021 pulled in over $21 million over just two days. The event also saw a flurry of ac...

Sam Medley, 22 Jul 2021 18:14

Google News has gotten its maker into trouble. (Source: Google)

Google incurs a US$590 million fine in a news media compensation row

France's competition authority has slapped Google with a €500 million (~US$590 million) fine, following complaints from the same nation's press agency that the Mountain View giant has been using its content for the News app withou...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Jul 2021 00:27

Renders of the Apple headset based on a leaked artist impression. (Image: Antonio De Rosa)

Rumor: Apple to introduce Apple Glass AR at WWDC 2022 with new companion iPod

Renowned tech evangelist Robert Scoble has posted a tweet claiming that Apple’s long-awaited Apple Glass AR headset is due to make its first appearance at WWDC 2022. It will be joined by a new iPod that is said to be integral to t...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 15 Jul 2021 11:47

A render of the iPhone 13 notch compared to the current iPhone 12 notch. (Image: @RendersbyIan)

Gurman: Smaller notch on iPhone 13 to be followed by an even smaller notch on iPhone 14 in 2022

Apple has already been widely tipped to reduce the size of the notch on the ‘iPhone 13’ due in a few. Now Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman is tipping that Apple will go one better with the sequel, the iPhone 14 which he says will feature a...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 14 Jul 2021 11:50

Apple is developing a new 'Buy now, pay latter' offering reports Bloomberg. (Image: Apple)

Bloomberg: Apple developing a new Apple Pay 'buy now, pay later' program

Apple is continuing its move into the financial sector with the impending launch of a new ‘buy no, pay later’ offering, reports Bloomberg. The move would echo similar schemes offered by Affirm and PayPal and would sit alongside it...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 14 Jul 2021 08:43

The 11-inch iPad Pro is expected to get a mini-LED panel in 2022. (Image: Apple)

11-inch iPad Pro expected to pack a mini-LED display next year despite OLED panels also coming to the iPad range

Apple is planning to upgrade the LCD panel in the 11-inch iPad Pro to the mini-LED backlit type found in the new 12.9-inch iPad Pro. The upgrade will arrive in next year’s refresh according to renowned Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo....

Sanjiv Sathiah, 10 Jul 2021 05:19

Pokémon GO has made over US$5 billion to date. (Image source: Niantic)

Pokémon GO: Niantic's earnings from the popular AR mobile game revealed

Pokémon GO has been an enormous success for Niantic. New figures quantify just how much money the company has made and the year-on-year growth Pokémon GO has experienced since it launched five years ago.

Alex Alderson, 10 Jul 2021 00:34

Sony's can be quite quirky at times with its product design as its new Neckband Speaker show. (Image: Sony)

Weird Sony strikes again with new SRS-NB10 wearable shoulder speakers

Sony has launched its latest set of speakers, but they aren’t what you might expect. Its new SRS-NB10 is a wearable stereo speaker that sits on a user’s shoulders that have been targeted at the work from home market, but are also ...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 07 Jul 2021 12:43

LG updates the self-cleaning TONE FREE earbuds with Bluetooth 5.2 and up to 24 hours of battery life

LG's TONE FREE accessories stand out in the TWS earbud market with their "UVnano" charging case, rated to kill up to 99.9% of all in-ear bacteria while they charge. Their latest generation also re-introduce a Meridian Audio collab...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Jul 2021 14:01

Player will be able to scour the real world to hunt virtual monsters in The Witcher: Monster Slayer (Image via The Witcher: Monster Slayer)

The Witcher comes to mobile devices on July 21

The Witcher: Monster Slayer is an AR-enabled game reminiscent of Pokemon Go. The title is set to launch on iOS and Android on July 21.

Sam Medley, 04 Jul 2021 00:01

Longer TikTok videos are coming soon. (Source: TikTok)

TikTok unveils its plan to increase video length by up to 2 minutes each

TikTok has been marked since its launch by its limit of 60 seconds per portrait-oriented post. Now, however, it has announced that this hallmark property of its app is to get more flexible soon. The option to make 3-minute videos ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Jul 2021 15:44

Microsoft has piled the pressure on Apple with its latest Windows 11 Store announcements. (Image: Microsoft)

Microsoft kicks Apple where it hurts, says Epic, Steam stores ‘very welcome’ in Windows 11 Store portal

Among the surprising news stories to come out of Microsoft’s Windows 11 announcements is its plan to open up its own Windows 11 Store to third-party app stores. Currently, stores like the Epic Games store and Valve Steam store sel...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 26 Jun 2021 13:48

The iPhone 12 mini will still see a sequel in September when Apple launches the iPhone 13 (or 12s) range. (Image: Apple)

Kuo: iPhone mini to get one more shot, will be ditched for larger non-Pro iPhone Max model in 2022, Touch ID to wait till 2022

Ming-Chi Kuo remains one of the most accurate Apple analysts on the market with deep connections in Apple’s supply chains. Kuo’s latest research note confirms that the iPhone mini will get one last hurrah before it gets ditched in...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 24 Jun 2021 12:19

The "DJI Mini SE". (Source: @GAtamer via Twitter)

Rumor | The Mini SE is DJI's cheapest, most compact 2021 drone yet

The DJI Mini SE has allegedly been spotted on a Walmart shelf, despite the fact the OEM has not even come close to announcing this new drone yet. According to its possible accidental release, it is a particularly light, compact UA...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Jun 2021 13:39

The Beats Studio Buds appear in NCC testing. (Source: NCC via MacRumors)

Apple's Beats Studio Buds pop by Taiwan's NCC ahead of their launch

Apple's 'other' personal audio brand, Beats, is projected to release its next product, a pair of TWS earphones, soon. Now, a new leak indicates that they have picked up NCC clearance for sale in Taiwan, suggesting they are not too...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Jun 2021 21:14

iOS 15 brings a number of productivity and security enhancements. (Image Source: Apple)

Apple previews iOS 15 with enhanced productivity and privacy features, will grace 20 devices this fall including iPhone 6S and iPhone SE 1st gen

Apple previewed the next iteration of its iPhone operating system, iOS 15 at WWDC21. iOS 15 brings several feature updates including FaceTime, Messages, Photos, Wallet, Safari, and Maps while also introducing new Focus presets to ...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 08 Jun 2021 12:54

This toggle in Android is set to get more powerful soon. (Source: Google)

Google announces its answer to App Tracking Transparency on iOS

Google has reportedly informed developers that it will introduce a new setting in Android that allows users to suspend Advertiser ID sharing across apps. The measure might boost privacy, although some app-makers might argue that i...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Jun 2021 16:52

Major updates to Safari, Health, Maps and iMessage are inboud for WWDC 2021 according to the Wall Street Journal. (Image: Apple)

Major updates incoming for Safari, Health, Maps and iMessage at WWDC 2021

Apple is prepping major updates for Safari, Health, Maps and iMessage, according to the Wall Street Journal. The upgraded apps will debut at Apple’s WWDC 2021 event alongside the latest versions of Apple’s various operating system...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 05 Jun 2021 06:34

iOS

Spending on mobile gaming grows by nearly 8% for the third quarter of 2021

Apple may have gone even further in blocking third-party repairs with the iPhone 13 series

You can play Android games on almost any device via BlueStacks X

DxOMark posts its final scores for the iPhone 13 series' cameras

Apple's iOS 15 update supposedly includes several zero-day exploits despite security expert's warning

Both the CPU and GPU of the A15 Bionic in the iPad mini confirmed slower than the iPhone 13 Pro in our early testing

JLab Audio's JBuds Frames are touted as a conversion kit to turn any pair of spectacles into smart glasses

Home security goes binocular with the new Reolink Duo 2K camera

The average iPhone user spends a full work week on their phone, a new report claims

Tile acquires new investment funding to the tune of US$40 million

OWC brings the option of Thunderbolt or SSD speeds to the new iPad Mini with its latest hubs and portable drives

Realme's Dizo launches 2 new smartwatches via Flipkart

Apple iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max announced with 5-core GPU A15 Bionic, ProRes video capture, 120 Hz ProMotion display, and dual eSIM support

Apple Mac Mini Late 2020 in review: The most affordable M1 is also convincing

iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini launched with slightly upgraded cameras and a new A15 Bionic chipset

Apple is obliged to open access to third-party payment methods on apps in its Store

Vimeo announces Dolby Vision support, albeit with quite some caveats

Facebook unveils its first-gen sunglasses in the form of Ray-Ban Stories

iPad Mini 6: Leak debunks claims of a mini-LED display on Apple's imminent tablet

WhatsApp now allows chat history transfer from iOS to Android, but there's a catch

Apple has backflipped on its controversial CSAM system, will delay its rollout following privacy criticisms

The new Jabra Elite 7 Pro TWS earbuds feature new voice-call enhancing technology along with adjustable ANC

Bose claims the latest QuietComfort 45 headphones come with world-beating ANC, 24-hour battery life and high-fidelity audio

The Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 6 launches in India

Apple tested Touch ID on the iPhone 13 but has dropped it for the time being

Yes, you can actually play Super Mario 64 on your iPhone or Android web browser

The latest Tronsmart Studio portable speaker has a metal chassis and a 5,000mAh battery

Logitech Zone TWS targets the WFH market, can pair simultaneously with a phone and a PC

Bang & Olufsen's Beoplay EQ ANC TWS earphones target the audiophile market

Hackers succeed in running MIUI 11 on an iPhone SE

Pokémon Go proves it is still a money maker with two-day Pokémon Go Fest

Google incurs a US$590 million fine in a news media compensation row

Rumor: Apple to introduce Apple Glass AR at WWDC 2022 with new companion iPod

Gurman: Smaller notch on iPhone 13 to be followed by an even smaller notch on iPhone 14 in 2022

Bloomberg: Apple developing a new Apple Pay 'buy now, pay later' program

11-inch iPad Pro expected to pack a mini-LED display next year despite OLED panels also coming to the iPad range

Pokémon GO: Niantic's earnings from the popular AR mobile game revealed

Weird Sony strikes again with new SRS-NB10 wearable shoulder speakers

LG updates the self-cleaning TONE FREE earbuds with Bluetooth 5.2 and up to 24 hours of battery life

The Witcher comes to mobile devices on July 21

TikTok unveils its plan to increase video length by up to 2 minutes each

91% Apple iPad Pro 12.9 2021 tablet review - A Mini LED trump card?

Microsoft kicks Apple where it hurts, says Epic, Steam stores ‘very welcome’ in Windows 11 Store portal

Kuo: iPhone mini to get one more shot, will be ditched for larger non-Pro iPhone Max model in 2022, Touch ID to wait till 2022

93% Apple iPad Pro 11 (2021) tablet review - The Apple tablet sparks the M1-Turbo

Rumor | The Mini SE is DJI's cheapest, most compact 2021 drone yet

Apple's Beats Studio Buds pop by Taiwan's NCC ahead of their launch

Apple previews iOS 15 with enhanced productivity and privacy features, will grace 20 devices this fall including iPhone 6S and iPhone SE 1st gen

Google announces its answer to App Tracking Transparency on iOS

Major updates incoming for Safari, Health, Maps and iMessage at WWDC 2021

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