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WhatsApp is one step closer to figuring out multi-device support

The latest beta version of WhatsApp for Android sheds light on one highly-anticipated feature. It shows chats being synced across multiple devices, indicating that the functionality is being tested.

Anil Ganti, 07 May 2021 17:47

2023 looks like it will be the year Apple launches its first foldable. (Image: Macrumors)

Get set for the Apple iPhone foldable, 8-inches and coming in 2023 says leaker

Apple is set to launch its rumored iPhone foldable in 2023 according to a new note from respected Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. The foldable will feature a Samsung Display-sourced 8-inch flexible OLED panel suggesting that it will a...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 03 May 2021 09:54

The European Commission upholds Spotify's anti-trust complaint against Apple

The European Commission (EC) has issued a preliminary verdict as a result of its anti-trust investigation against Apple. It concerns the treatment of third-party music apps on its App Store. The Commission has ruled that the OEM l...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 May 2021 22:36

M1 Mac users can leverage Checkra1n to jailbreak their iDevices now (Image source: chekra.in)

iOS 14.5 can now be jailbroken with Checkra1n; M1 Macs get preliminary support

The Checkra1n jailbreak was recently updated to feature support for iOS 14.5 and compatibility with Macs sporting the M1 processor. Version 0.12.3 adds these new features, along with a host of bug fixes.

Arjun Krishna Lal, 01 May 2021 21:17

The new 12.9-inch iPad Pro may not play nice with older keyboards

12.9-inch iPad Pro could have compatibility issues with previous-generation Magic Keyboards

The new 12.9-inch iPad Pro is 0.5mm thicker than its predecessor. That extra thickness could cause the iPad screen to press on the keyboard a bit too tight. However, an older Magic Keyboard could still work with the new iPad Pro.

Anil Ganti, 23 Apr 2021 19:13

The new iPad Pro models have the same M1 chip and up to 16 GB of RAM as the new iMac. (Image: Apple)

Joswiak: Apple has no plans to merge iOS and macOS, coy about bringing Mac apps to iOS

One aspect of the Apple iPad Pro launch that caught the eye is Apple’s use of the M1 chip in the new 11-inch and 12.9-inch models. Naturally, this got tongues wagging about whether Apple was planning on bringing Mac apps to the iP...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 23 Apr 2021 11:41

The new OnePlus Gaming Triggers are targeted at Battle Royale gamers. (Image: OnePlus)

New OnePlus Gaming Triggers aim to give Battle Royale gamers a edge

OnePlus has launched a surprise gaming accessory compatible with both Android smartphones and iPhones. The new Gaming Triggers have been designed to give a more tactile experience, and an advantage, when playing Battle Royale-styl...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 22 Apr 2021 13:01

The iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Mini are now available in a purple color option. (Image Source: Apple)

Apple iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Mini signal the onset of spring with a new purple color option, pre-orders begin this Friday

Apple has introduced a new purple color variant of the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Mini. The specifications of the devices remain the same as before, but Apple said that it has ensured that the frame and back panel are perfectly color...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 21 Apr 2021 10:53

The new iPad Pro variants are finally here

New iPad Pro unveiled with an M1 chip, mini LED screen, up to 2TB of storage, and more

Apple's new 12.9-inch and 11-inch models are finally here. They are the first Apple tablets to run an M1 chip and offer 5G functionality. The 12.9-inch model also packs a Liquid Retina XDR display. Prices start at US$799 for the 1...

Anil Ganti, 20 Apr 2021 20:56

Apple's new iMacs could be unveiled soon, according to a new leak

Apple could unveil new iMac alongside the iPad Pro on April 20

Twitter leaker L0vetodream speculates that Apple will bedazzle the world with its new ARM-based iMacs at the Spring Loaded event on April 20. While the tipster has been fairly accurate about previous Apple-related predictions, the...

Anil Ganti, 17 Apr 2021 19:30

Schematic and CAD leaks point to a notably larger rear camera array on the forthcoming iPhone 13 models from Apple. (Image: EverythingApplePro/Macrumors)

Purported iPhone 13 schematic and CAD leaks point to larger rear camera array on all models

Leaked schematics and CADs of the forthcoming iPhone 13 have revealed a larger rear camera array. This contradicts at least one recent report, but would align the expected camera improvements expected come with Apple’s next-gener...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 16 Apr 2021 13:57

A concept render of an iPhone with under-display Face ID system. (Image: Macrumors)

All-screen iPhone with no notch and under-display Face ID due in 2023 says Kuo

Apple is prepping an under-display Face ID system for its iPhones, according to renowned Apple analyst, Ming-Chi Kuo. The system will debut in Apple’s 2023 models and will mean the elimination of the controversial display notch cr...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 14 Apr 2021 12:42

Sony is prepping a major mobile gaming initiative. (Image: Sony)

Sony plans big push into mobile gaming under the PlayStation banner

Sony is cooking up a big push into mobile gaming with a new mobile gaming strategy taking shape. The company’s plans have been revealed in a job posting for a new Head of Mobile, PlayStation Studios ad to be located in either San ...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 12 Apr 2021 02:10

One UI? On my iPhone? (Image via MacRumors)

Samsung gives iPhone users a taste of the "other side" with iTest web app

A new web app from Samsung New Zealand helps iPhone users try out Samsung's smartphone interface without buying a new phone. The iTest app is an interactive simulation of Samsung's One UI. However, many of the "apps" and features ...

Sam Medley, 09 Apr 2021 17:09

The THX Onyx is an on-the-go audiophile's dream. (Image: THX)

The THX Onyx USB-C dongle is a MQA with hi-res audio DAC, works with iPhones, Androids, PCs and Macs

THX has unveiled the Onyx, a portable hi-res audio DAC that is compatible with both Android and iPhones as well as PCs and Macs. The new device features a high-quality ESS DAC, a THX Achromatic Audio Amplifier (THX AAA) and includ...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 09 Apr 2021 12:53

Is the Surface Pro 7 "still the better choice?" It depends. (Image via YouTube)

Microsoft compares apples to oranges in a new ad pitting the Surface Pro 7 against the iPad Pro 12.9

Microsoft, in an all-out offensive, released a new commercial comparing the Surface Pro 7 to the iPad Pro. While the commercial makes some good points, it omits some key comparisons important to many consumers and overall ignores ...

Sam Medley, 06 Apr 2021 06:58

WhatsApp will soon allow users to transfer chats between Android and iOS devices

A future version of WhatsApp will let users migrate their chats data across platforms. The feature is currently available in a beta version of the app and only allows iOS to Android transfers. There is no word as to when it will b...

Anil Satyanarayana, 05 Apr 2021 20:50

NBA 2K21 Arcade Edition is one of the latest titles on Apple Arcade. (Image: 2K Games)

Apple announces Arcade expansion with new titles, "Classics" and "Greats" sections added

Apple has announced an expansion to its Apple Arcade subscription gaming service. Along with new titles including NBA 2K21 Arcade Edition, Star Trek: Legends and The Oregon Trail, it has added two new categories called Timeless Cl...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 03 Apr 2021 11:13

Cortana on Android and iOS is no more. (Image source: Microsoft)

Cortana on Android and iOS is no more; Microsoft recommends using its To Do app instead

Microsoft has pulled the Cortana apps for Android and iOS from their respective app stores. The move comes after Microsoft announced that it would stop supporting its Cortana mobile apps, but it also has disabled functionality on ...

Alex Alderson, 02 Apr 2021 15:01

A 2023 iPhone SE could feature a notchless punch hole display. (Image: Cult of Mac)

A notchless iPhone of our dreams could launch as a redesigned iPhone SE in 2023

Apple’s next iPhone SE refresh is expected to feature the same “classic” design and 4.7-inch LCD display when it launches in 2022. However, it sounds like a purported 2023 iPhone SE model will be much more interesting with a rumor...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 02 Apr 2021 12:10

PUBG Mobile has amassed an impressive 1 billion downloads

PUBG Mobile becomes the third mobile game to cross 1 billion downloads on the Google Play Store and Apple App Store

The massively-popular PUBG Mobile has finally crossed the magical 1 billion downloads mark on Android and iOS. The game continues to remain relevant despite being banned in one of the most lucrative markets in the world, India. PU...

Anil Satyanarayana, 26 Mar 2021 19:52

The 2021 iPad Pro could sport an Apple A14X system-on-a-chip. (Image source: Apple/Wccftech - edited)

New iPad Pro tablets look set to be powered by A14X SoC that can deliver Apple M1-like performance

It has been reported that the upcoming Apple iPad Pro refresh might feature A14X chips that can offer performance on a similar level as the M1 silicon. The information in regard to the A14X SoC has derived from code for iOS 14.5, ...

Daniel R Deakin, 24 Mar 2021 11:01

The new Touch ID tech could make its way to the iPhone 12's successor (Image source: Apple)

Apple's rumored off-axis light-based Touch ID system could make its way onto the iPhone 13, alongside Face ID

A US patent filing strongly hints at Apple's plans for the future of Touch ID. Cupertino's alleged "off-axis angular light" based fingerprint scanning tech has the potential to work faster while being more secure than existing und...

Arjun Krishna Lal, 19 Mar 2021 13:21

The next key upgrade for the iPad Air line is epxected to be the addition of an OLED display. (Image: Apple)

Kuo: OLED iPad Air and mini-LED MacBook Air inbound for 2022

Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has issued a new research note forecasting that Apple’s ‘Air’ models will get upgraded displays in 2022. According to Kuo, the iPad Air will get an upgraded OLED display in the second half of 2022 while ...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 18 Mar 2021 12:33

The next-gen Apple AirPods will feature an upgraded AirPods Pro-like design, improved audio and better battery life. (Image: Gizmochina)

Latest AirPods 3 leak confirms AirPods Pro-like redesign, tips improved audio, longer battery life, March 23 launch

The latest AirPods 3 leak seems to confirm that Apple’s major redesign of its next-gen buds will lean heavily on the look of the AirPods Pro. There will be important differences, however, including a lack of silicone ear tips and ...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 13 Mar 2021 03:08

An x-ray of an iPhone 12 showing internal packaging including the battery. (Image: Creative Electron)

Apple patents point to larger batteries in future iPhones by eliminating wasted space and using anti-swelling tech

Two newly discovered Apple patents reveal how the company may be working to improve the battery life of its devices. One seeks to eliminate potential wasted space inside an iPhone while the other would utilize smart technologies t...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 12 Mar 2021 11:07

You can finally transfer your iCloud Photos to Google Photos. (Image: Apple)

Apple finally makes it possible to move photos from iCloud Photos to Google Photos

Apple has launched a new cloud-based tool for transferring user photos from iCloud Photos to Google Photos. Previously, users would have had to download photos from iCloud Photos and manually reupload them to Google Photos, a labo...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 07 Mar 2021 10:57

The Marshall Mode II are the first TWS earbuds from the famous marque. (Image: Marshall)

Marshall joins the TWS party with the Mode II Earbuds

Marshall has launched its first TWS earbuds joining a highly competitive field of listening options. The new Marshall Mode II true wireless earbuds of course carry the famous Marshall name to help them stand out from the crowd, bu...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 05 Mar 2021 10:50

In Fantasian for Apple Arcade, monsters can be banished to the Dimengeon to await their ultimate demise collectively. (Image via Mistwalker)

New JRPG from Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi coming to Apple Arcade

Fantasian is a new JRPG headed for Apple Arcade. Written by Hironobu Sakaguchi and featuring a soundtrack by Nobuo Uematsu, Fantasian throws players into a multi-dimensional world constructed from over 150 hand-made dioramas. Game...

Sam Medley, 04 Mar 2021 15:39

PUBG: New State is coming to iOS and Android later this year. (Image: Krafton)

PUBG: New State is coming to iOS and Android, puts a futuristic and dystopian spin on the franchise

The rumored new PUBG title is real and it is called PUBG: New State. The game features everything gamers have loved about the original title, but is set in 2051 with more advanced weapons and technology necessitating new tactics t...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 25 Feb 2021 11:14

If Apple does relase a foldable iPhone, it could look like this concept render. (Image: iOS Beta News)

iPhone foldable still years from launch, might not see the light of day

Apple has been working on at least two different foldable iPhone prototypes or concepts with a view to potentially bringing one of the designs to market. However, a new report suggests that the company is only lukewarm on the idea...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 21 Feb 2021 04:01

Epic Games files more legal action against Apple. (Source: Epic Games)

Epic Games brings its "Free Fortnite" battle to European shores with a new EC antitrust complaint

Epic Games has stepped its dispute with Apple over developer remuneration by filing an official antitrust complaint with the European Commission (EC). It alleges that competition in the app-distribution and payment markets has bee...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Feb 2021 16:19

An image of a third-party MagSafe battery pack already on the market. (Image: Charge Fast)

Apple working on MagSafe wireless power bank charging accessory for iPhone 12

Apple is working on a new yet to be announced external battery pack for the iPhone 12 range. The accessory will use Apple’s MagSafe magnetic adapter tech to attach to the rear of an iPhone and charge wirelessly over the Qi protoco...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 17 Feb 2021 09:05

Google is moving on with its Stadia project. (Source: Google)

Google announces plan to bring 100 or more new games to Stadia in 2021, Far Cry 6 included

Google has effectively given up on making first-party games for its streaming service Stadia. However, it has committed to bringing more titles from external studios to the platform in the course of 2021. They are slated to includ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Feb 2021 23:56

Matte is allegedly back again in the "iPhone 13" series. (Source: Apple)

The iPhone 13 Pro is slated to boast an always-on feature for its 120Hz ProMotion display

The next Pro-grade iPhones are currently tipped to get LTPO displays. They are also rumored to finally upgrade to 120Hz refresh rates – and to always-on displays, according to the latest leak. The successors to the 12 series are a...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Feb 2021 23:03

India’s Supreme Court admonishes WhatsApp over user privacy

The WhatsApp privacy policy change, in which the company will oblige users to agree to hand the data they have given it to Facebook, has caused controversy and virtual boycotts worldwide. However, the EU market is effectively immu...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Feb 2021 21:57

Even though the iPhone 12 Mini hasn't sold well, Apple may still launch an iPhone 13 Mini. (Image via Apple)

Apple iPhone 13 Mini still on the table despite lagging sales of iPhone 12 Mini

Despite low sales of the iPhone 12 Mini, sources have told noted tipster Jon Prosser that Apple will launch an iPhone 13 Mini. According to these sources, the main reason the iPhone 12 Mini floundered was the success of the iPhone...

Sam Medley, 14 Feb 2021 22:57

A new law could change how apps are distributed on iOS and Android. (Image: royalty free)

Proposed law in North Dakota may force Apple and Google to allow alternative app stores on mobile phones

A proposed North Dakota law will force Apple and Google to allow developers alternative options for distributing iOS and Android apps, respectively. The bill will also allow developers to receive in-app payments through any method...

Sam Medley, 11 Feb 2021 19:05

Contact tracing apps seem to work, at least according to Oxford University. (Image source: Yahoo News)

Researchers claim that the NHS COVID-19 contact tracing app has prevented almost 600,000 infections in England and Wales

According to new data from Oxford University, the Contact Tracing app may already saved thousands of lives in England and Wales by telling more than 1.7 million people to isolate. Apparently, the app has been downloaded over 21 mi...

Alex Alderson, 09 Feb 2021 23:46

The iPhone 11 and iPhone 12 (Pro model pictured) have sold in their millions in the US market. (Image source: Apple/Counterpoint - edited)

Gargantuan iPhone 11 and iPhone 12 sales help Apple almost erase Motorola and Alcatel from the US market as the Pixel 4a and Pixel 5 just keep Google alive

A Counterpoint report has stated that Apple managed to sell over 9.5 million iPhones in the US market alone in December 2020. This gave the iPhone 12 maker a huge 64% of the market share, leaving Samsung in second on 20%. Google m...

Daniel R Deakin, 07 Feb 2021 10:51

The latest app rankings by download. (Source: SensorTower)

Telegram is the most downloaded mobile app for January 2021 as WhatsApp slips to fifth

Telegram was #9 on SensorTower's list of most downloaded (non-game) mobile app in December 2020. Fast forward one month, however, and it had jumped up to #1. WhatsApp and Instagram were #3 and #4 at the end of 2020, but fell to #5...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Feb 2021 21:49

iOS 14.4 can use a new hardware message. (Source: YouTube)

iOS 14.4 contains a new anti-independent repair message along with security upgrades

The latest version of iOS (14.4) is now available as a stable update. Installing it causes a new kind of "important hardware message" to pop up should an iPhone detect that its rear camera module has been unofficially replaced. Ap...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Jan 2021 16:50

Despite overall sales growth the iPhone 12 Mini continues to be an underperformer (Image source: Apple)

iPhone 12 series projected to sell over 55 million units by Q1 2021: budget iPhone 12 Mini flops, however

A recent Cowen analysts' reports paints a rosy picture for Apple iPhone sales this year. The complete iPhone 12 lineup is expected to sell over 55 million units by the end of Q1 2021. The iPhone 12 Mini, however, Apple's budget pl...

Arjun Krishna Lal, 26 Jan 2021 10:22

newhacker1746 managed to get the Ubuntu CLI and GUI up and running on his iPhone (Image source: Daniel Rodriguez)

A hacker managed to get Ubuntu up and running on an iPhone 7

Redditor newhacker1746 managed to get Ubuntu up and running on an A10-powered Apple iPhone 7, after using the Checkra1n jailbreak exploit.

Arjun Krishna Lal, 13 Jan 2021 18:14

The new HP Elite Wireless Earbuds. (Source: HP)

CES 2021 | The HP Elite Wireless Earbuds are a new option for work video calls

HP asserts that its new Elite-series earbuds are an enterprise-grade way of introducing wireless audio into your professional online conferencing set-up. They are rated for both passive and active noise cancellation (PNC and ANC),...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Jan 2021 02:00

According to the Mac Otakara report, we could see an updated Apple AirPods Pro as early as April (Image source: Apple)

Mac Otakara report hints that a new iPhone SE and AirPods Pro are set to arrive in April

According to a report by the Japan-based publication, Apple suppliers in China are already working on a new iPhone SE version, alongside the AirPods Pro 2. While further details about the devices aren’t, we expect to hear more in ...

Arjun Krishna Lal, 10 Jan 2021 13:56

Apple App Store customers spend almost US$2 billion over Christmas week, $540 million on New Year's Day alone

Apple App Store users spent a record US$540 million on New Year's Day, capping off a week that saw total App Store spending of $1.8 billion. The App Store continues to be one of Apple's most successful lines of business; since its...

Sam Medley, 08 Jan 2021 19:39

A Galaxy Z Flip-like iPhone foldable concept. (Image: iOS Beta News)

Two distinct foldable iPhone prototypes pass Foxconn durability testing

Foxconn is said to have successfully completed durability testing for two different Apple iPhone foldable prototypes. According to Taiwanese supply chain rag, Money UDN, the two prototypes are said to resemble the Samsung Galaxy Z...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 03 Jan 2021 06:09

iOS

WhatsApp is one step closer to figuring out multi-device support

Get set for the Apple iPhone foldable, 8-inches and coming in 2023 says leaker

The European Commission upholds Spotify's anti-trust complaint against Apple

iOS 14.5 can now be jailbroken with Checkra1n; M1 Macs get preliminary support

12.9-inch iPad Pro could have compatibility issues with previous-generation Magic Keyboards

Joswiak: Apple has no plans to merge iOS and macOS, coy about bringing Mac apps to iOS

New OnePlus Gaming Triggers aim to give Battle Royale gamers a edge

Apple iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Mini signal the onset of spring with a new purple color option, pre-orders begin this Friday

New iPad Pro unveiled with an M1 chip, mini LED screen, up to 2TB of storage, and more

Apple could unveil new iMac alongside the iPad Pro on April 20

Purported iPhone 13 schematic and CAD leaks point to larger rear camera array on all models

All-screen iPhone with no notch and under-display Face ID due in 2023 says Kuo

Sony plans big push into mobile gaming under the PlayStation banner

Samsung gives iPhone users a taste of the "other side" with iTest web app

The THX Onyx USB-C dongle is a MQA with hi-res audio DAC, works with iPhones, Androids, PCs and Macs

Microsoft compares apples to oranges in a new ad pitting the Surface Pro 7 against the iPad Pro 12.9

WhatsApp will soon allow users to transfer chats between Android and iOS devices

Apple announces Arcade expansion with new titles, "Classics" and "Greats" sections added

Cortana on Android and iOS is no more; Microsoft recommends using its To Do app instead

A notchless iPhone of our dreams could launch as a redesigned iPhone SE in 2023

PUBG Mobile becomes the third mobile game to cross 1 billion downloads on the Google Play Store and Apple App Store

New iPad Pro tablets look set to be powered by A14X SoC that can deliver Apple M1-like performance

Apple's rumored off-axis light-based Touch ID system could make its way onto the iPhone 13, alongside Face ID

Kuo: OLED iPad Air and mini-LED MacBook Air inbound for 2022

Latest AirPods 3 leak confirms AirPods Pro-like redesign, tips improved audio, longer battery life, March 23 launch

Apple patents point to larger batteries in future iPhones by eliminating wasted space and using anti-swelling tech

Apple finally makes it possible to move photos from iCloud Photos to Google Photos

Marshall joins the TWS party with the Mode II Earbuds

New JRPG from Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi coming to Apple Arcade

PUBG: New State is coming to iOS and Android, puts a futuristic and dystopian spin on the franchise

iPhone foldable still years from launch, might not see the light of day

Epic Games brings its "Free Fortnite" battle to European shores with a new EC antitrust complaint

Apple working on MagSafe wireless power bank charging accessory for iPhone 12

Google announces plan to bring 100 or more new games to Stadia in 2021, Far Cry 6 included

The iPhone 13 Pro is slated to boast an always-on feature for its 120Hz ProMotion display

India’s Supreme Court admonishes WhatsApp over user privacy

Apple iPhone 13 Mini still on the table despite lagging sales of iPhone 12 Mini

Proposed law in North Dakota may force Apple and Google to allow alternative app stores on mobile phones

Researchers claim that the NHS COVID-19 contact tracing app has prevented almost 600,000 infections in England and Wales

Gargantuan iPhone 11 and iPhone 12 sales help Apple almost erase Motorola and Alcatel from the US market as the Pixel 4a and Pixel 5 just keep Google alive

Telegram is the most downloaded mobile app for January 2021 as WhatsApp slips to fifth

iOS 14.4 contains a new anti-independent repair message along with security upgrades

League of Legends: Wild Rift Android benchmarks and iOS benchmarks

iPhone 12 series projected to sell over 55 million units by Q1 2021: budget iPhone 12 Mini flops, however

A hacker managed to get Ubuntu up and running on an iPhone 7

CES 2021 | The HP Elite Wireless Earbuds are a new option for work video calls

Mac Otakara report hints that a new iPhone SE and AirPods Pro are set to arrive in April

Apple App Store customers spend almost US$2 billion over Christmas week, $540 million on New Year's Day alone

Two distinct foldable iPhone prototypes pass Foxconn durability testing

90% Apple iPhone 12 mini Review - Small smartphone with small display

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