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The Apple MacBook Air M2 has two Thunderbolt 3 and one MagSafe ports. (Image source: Apple, Luke Chesser, edited)

Deal | Apple MacBook Air M2 13-inch is now more affordable than ever thanks to new historic-low price

The entry-level Apple MacBook Air 13-inch with an M2 SoC, 8 GB of RAM, and 256 GB of storage has now reached a new record-low price on Amazon. The price cut brings a $299 discount over the machine's usual MSRP of $999.

Fawad Murtaza, 25 Oct 2024 13:52

Apple Vision Pro production reportedly slows amid limited demand (Image source: Apple)

Apple slashes Vision Pro production to 1,000 units daily as demand cools

Apple scales back Vision Pro production to 1,000 units daily amid cooling demand, with manufacturing potentially pausing by November 2024. The tech giant appears to be pivoting focus toward developing a more affordable version of ...

Nathan Ali, 25 Oct 2024 03:41

iPhone SE 4 is rumored to feature a 48 MP single-camera setup at the rear. (Image source: 4RMD via YouTube)

Apple iPhone SE 4 slated to enter mass production by the end of this year with impressive upgrades

Apple's upcoming iPhone SE 4 is poised to arrive with a variety of improvements. Being Apple's most affordable iPhone variant, the SE 4 is likely to be rather popular in emerging economies. Rumored to launch in the spring of 2025,...

Sambit Saha, 24 Oct 2024 21:46

iPhone 17 Pro Max will boast a significantly smaller dynamic island. (Image source: Apple)

Reports claim iPhone 17 Pro Max might feature a smaller dynamic island, future iPhones models to boast LTPO3 displays

The iPhone 17 Pro Max might be the only one in the lineup to feature a substantially shrunken Dynamic Island, as detailed in a recent report accessed by MacRumors. Moreover, future iPhone models will benefit from LTPO3 displays, a...

Sambit Saha, 24 Oct 2024 20:41

Apple will announce a bunch of new products next week (image source: Notebookcheck)

Apple teases October 28 launch for new M4 powered MacBooks, Mac Mini and iMac

An Apple executive has teased the imminent release of some new Mac products on October 28. They could include two MacBook Pro models, a Mac Mini and a iMac.

Anil Ganti, 24 Oct 2024 20:02

The next iPad mini may finally move away from its infamous IPS panel. (Image source: Apple)

Apple analyst delivers good news for those waiting on an iPad mini OLED

According to a reliable analyst, Apple is set to bring a major display upgrade to its iPad mini series with its eighth generation release. Allegedly, an OLED panel will grace the iPad mini 8, among other presumed upgrades.

Alex Alderson, 24 Oct 2024 12:31

Apple is taking a rather cautious approach to AI image editing. (Image source: Amanz)

Apple criticizes AI photos: iPhone is supposed to depict reality, not fantasy

Compared to the AI features of Android or Windows, Apple Intelligence offers a fairly limited range of functions. According to Apple, this is partly intentional, as Apple's software boss criticizes AI image processing for the re...

Hannes Brecher, 24 Oct 2024 04:02

Apple's MacBook Air series will not be refreshed until spring 2025. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Apple analyst offers new release insights into upcoming MacBook Air, Mac Pro, iPhone SE 4, iPhone 17 and more

A reliable analyst of all things Apple has commented on the company's release plans throughout 2025. While Apple is expected to deliver its usual refreshes, it is said to have some more unusual products in the pipeline, too.

Alex Alderson, 23 Oct 2024 23:47

The Snapdragon 8 Elite cements its dominance over the A18 Pro in GPU performance. (Image source: Apple, Qualcomm, Geekerwan)

Snapdragon 8 Elite crushes A18 Pro in GPU performance while trading blows with Dimensity 9400

The Snapdragon 8 Elite is set to power the next-generation of Android flagships, along with the Dimensity 9400. While Apple's A18 Pro maintains its lead in single-core performance and CPU efficiency, the Snapdragon 8 Elite scores ...

Sambit Saha, 23 Oct 2024 19:45

According to Filipe Espósito from 9to5Mac, Apple is planning a central gaming app for iOS. (Image source: Apple)

Apple to launch new app as gaming hub for iOS users

According to reports, Apple wants to make iOS more attractive for gamers. A gaming app as a central point of contact for gamers could primarily promote social interaction, but also make game management easier and provide useful fu...

Marius Müller, 23 Oct 2024 18:13

Snapdragon 8 Elite vs A18 Pro vs Dimensity 9400: Apple leads in efficiency, Qualcomm leads in multi-core performance. (Image source: Qualcomm, Apple)

Snapdragon 8 Elite fails to match A18 Pro in CPU efficiency, Dimensity 9400 lags even further behind

Apple's A18 Pro lags behind the Snapdragon 8 Elite in multi-core CPU performance. However, it does manage to to reign supreme in single-core performance, while also being notably more efficient than both the Snapdragon 8 Elite and...

Sambit Saha, 23 Oct 2024 16:17

The next-generation MacBook Pro is expected to be unveiled in a few days. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Rumor reveals launch date of MacBook Pro, iMac and Mac mini with Apple M4

In a few days, Apple is expected to announce a brand new Mac mini, a MacBook Pro and an iMac based on the Apple M4, along with several other products. The event invitation could be sent out as early as tomorrow. Exaclty what innov...

Hannes Brecher, 22 Oct 2024 19:45

iPhone 16 Pro Max gets the top overall score in DxOMark's selfie tests (Image source: Apple and DxOMark - edited)

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max beats Google Pixel 9 Pro XL in DxOMark's selfie tests

DxOMark has published the selfie score of the iPhone 16 Pro Max. The Apple flagship got an overall score of 151, beating the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and sharing the first spot in the category with the Honor Magic 6 Pro.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 22 Oct 2024 11:00

The display of the Apple iPhone 16 only reaches 40th place on the DxOMark best list. (Image source: Bram Van Oost)

Apple iPhone 16 loses out to Samsung Galaxy A35 and Google Pixel 8a in DxOMark display analysis

At a starting price of $799, the Apple iPhone 16 costs more than many flagships, but the 60 Hz OLED display cannot even outperform the screens of certain mid-range smartphones. This is not only due to the low frame rate.

Hannes Brecher, 21 Oct 2024 23:01

iPhone SE 4 leak: Potential design and size options revealed (Image source: MacOTAKARA)

iPhone SE 4 leaks point to a bigger display, Face ID, and USB-C

Leaks suggest Apple's iPhone SE 4 may get a major redesign. It could potentially feature a larger 6.1-inch notched display with Face ID, a USB-C port, and an aesthetic similar to the iPhone 14.

Nathan Ali, 21 Oct 2024 14:36

Apple is expected to have another go at creating a successful fourth iPhone with the iPhone 17 Air or iPhone 17 Slim. (Image source: FPT)

Apple analyst delivers new details about iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max and even rumoured iPhone 17 Air

A renowned analyst has offered new insights into three of Apple's next-generation iPhones. Allegedly, while Apple is plotting to deliver camera upgrades to the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max, only one will receive a slimmer D...

Alex Alderson, 21 Oct 2024 00:01

M4-equipped MacBook Pro will feature 16 GB of memory as standard. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

MacBook Pro with M4 SoC leaks out via official listing, might sport up to 28 GB of memory

Apple's 14-inch MacBook Pro with the M4 SoC is expected to arrive sometime early next month. However, leaks and rumours surrounding the device continue to pour in, giving us a better look at what Apple has been cooking up.

Sambit Saha, 20 Oct 2024 00:42

The difference in scores isn't huge, but it could be down to the iPad Mini 7's lower-binned A17 Pro (Image source: Apple - edited)

New iPad Mini 7 scores slightly lower than iPhone 15 Pro Max in an early Geekbench run

Apple quietly launched the new iPad Mini 7, which brings some notable hardware upgrades compared to its predecessor. The A17 Pro is one of the main highlights, but it scores slightly lower than the iPhone 15 Pro Max in early Geekb...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 19 Oct 2024 12:32

Unity 6 arrives with faster graphics performance and improved AI model for game development. (Image source: Unity - edited)

Unity launches Unity 6 game development engine with native Windows on Arm support, updated Sentis AI library, and improved graphics performance

Unity has launched the Unity 6 game development engine for Windows, Macs, and Linux computers. The new version adds a native Windows on Arm editor and app compilation, an updated Sentis AI library, and better graphics with improve...

David Chien, 19 Oct 2024 08:12

The Apple M4 leads the Core Ultra 9 285K and the Ryzen 9 9950X in Geekbench 6 Single-Core benchmark. (Image source: Apple, AMD, Intel, Unsplash, edited)

Apple trounces Intel and AMD in cumulative single-core and IPC gains from 2016 to 2024

From 2016 to 2024, Apple has seemingly outperformed Intel and AMD in terms of total single-core and IPC uplifts according to an observation made by a user on X. Looking at the data, Apple has increased the IPC of their chips by an...

Fawad Murtaza, 17 Oct 2024 21:52

Mozilla Firefox interface (Image source: Generated using DALL·E 3)

Firefox gets back the option to remove the "List All Tabs" button

Although it has been present in Firefox for ages, the "List all Tabs" button recently got a bigger icon, so it became more visible. However, Firefox 131 came with a minor change, now labeled by Mozilla as a bug, which consisted of...

Codrut Nistor, 17 Oct 2024 17:52

Apple is likely to launch 2024 MacBook Pro models with the M4 chip in late October (Image source: Apple)

Apple is preparing for M4 MacBook Pro launch, production ramped up

As recent reports indicate, Apple is getting ready to launch new MacBook Pros powered by the latest M4 chips. The launch might give a welcome boost to the struggling notebook market.

Nitisha Upadhye, 16 Oct 2024 20:23

Dimensity 9400 runs Genshin Impact at the 60 FPS upper limit. (Image source: MediaTek, miHoYo, edited)

Dimensity 9400 vs Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 gaming: MediaTek SoC shines with 24% less power usage and much cooler operation

The MediaTek Dimensity 9400 pairs an all-performance-core CPU design with an Immortalis-G925 GPU. The new GPU appears to be a performance and efficiency champ, as it reportedly consumes the same energy as the A18 Pro while signifi...

Fawad Murtaza, 16 Oct 2024 11:00

World of Warcraft gets multiple fixes this week (Image source: Generated using DALL·E 3)

World of Warcaft gets a new round of hotfixes which address multiple issues

This month, Blizzard is back with a series of hotfixes for issues that were plaguing The War Within, Cataclysm Classic, Season of Discovery, WoW Classic Era, and Hardcore. In addition to the multiple adjustments across all classes...

Codrut Nistor, 16 Oct 2024 09:11

It is finally possible to upgrade the storage on the Mac Studio thanks to Studio Drive. (Image source: Mediamodifier - Unsplash)

Apple Mac Studio storage upgrades now available through Studio Drive Kickstarter campaign

Apple does not sell storage upgrades for its Mac Studio mini-PCs. However, it is now possible to purchase 2 TB and 4 TB drives for M1 and M2 machines for up to 8 TB of total storage thanks to a third-party product called Studio Dr...

Alex Alderson, 16 Oct 2024 01:04

A new Apple iPad Mini has been announced (image source: Apple)

Apple slyly announces new iPad Mini variant with an A17 Pro and a storage upgrade

Apple has stealthily dropped a new iPad Mini variant, complete with Apple Intelligence and a new A17 Pro SoC. Everything else, including its screen, cameras and asking price remain the same as its last-gen counterpart.

Anil Ganti, 15 Oct 2024 16:38

Firefox 131.0.3 patches several issues, including system crashes for Avast and AVG users

Released yesterday, the third point update for Firefox 131 follows last week's critical security update, which addressed a critical flaw. Now, Firefox 131.0.3 comes to fix no less than five problems, including a crash that occurre...

Codrut Nistor, 15 Oct 2024 14:21

Apple's next VR headset is still expected to lack the Vision Pro's infamous EyeSight functionality. (Image source: Roméo A)

Apple analyst discusses state of Apple Vision VR headset plans with smart glasses and AirPods with cameras also rumoured

According to a reliable Apple analyst, Apple has plenty of new mixed virtual reality and mixed reality headsets lined up for release by the middle of the decade. Allegedly, the company still hopes to introduce its first pair of sm...

Alex Alderson, 14 Oct 2024 21:13

Apple is expected to offer the MacBook Pro with at least 16 GB of RAM for its M4 refresh. (Image source: Romancev768)

Apple analyst delivers verdict on rumoured MacBook Pro with Apple M4 leaks

A renowned Apple analyst has had his say on the authenticity of recent MacBook Pro leaks. While various sources doubted their validity, Mark Gurman believes them to be real Apple M4 models that were stolen and then sold in Russia.

Alex Alderson, 14 Oct 2024 14:22

iQOO 13 with Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 gets one of the highest early benchmark scores (Image source: Digital Chat Station on Weibo)

iQOO 13 with Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 surpasses Apple A18 Pro in Geekbench multi-core test

With the launch of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 around the corner, phones that are expected to feature it are popping up on Geekbench. The iQOO 13 is one of them, and in its latest benchmark run, the next-gen Qualcomm SoC beats the Appl...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 14 Oct 2024 12:59

It seems that the next iPhone SE could have two rear-facing cameras with a strong iPhone 7 Plus look to it. (Image source: Sonny Dickson)

iPhone SE 4: Case design leak reveals iPhone 7 Plus looks months before official release

The release of the next iPhone SE is around the corner. Rumoured to be launching with the display from the iPhone 14, the iPhone SE 4 may sport a completely different camera design that gives iPhone 7 Plus vibes, if a new leak is ...

Alex Alderson, 12 Oct 2024 18:52

M4 MacBook Pro takes on Cinebench, resulting in some extremely impressive scores. (Image source: Apple)

M4-powered MacBook Pro flexes in Cinebench by crushing the Core Ultra 9 288V and Ryzen AI 9 HX 370

Apple's M4 SoC is no slouch - we already knew that. However, Apple's 14-inch MacBook Pro allows the M4 to truly flex its muscles with active cooling, and the results are outrageous, crushing its Intel, AMD, and Qualcomm counterpar...

Sambit Saha, 10 Oct 2024 21:51

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE has a stylish case, excellent 90 Hz display, and a top-notch aluminum build. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Deal | 256 GB Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE with sizeable discount challenges iPad 10th-Gen value

We praised the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE in our review for its excellent waterproof build, microSD storage expansion, excellent software with long support, sharp, accurate display, and long battery life. Thanks to a new Amazon deal...

Julian van der Merwe, 10 Oct 2024 20:11

Apple announces Swift Student Challenge 2025 for student programmers to showcase their app ingenuity to win Apple prizes

Apple has announced the Swift Student Challenge 2025 for student programmers to showcase their app ingenuity to win prizes from Apple. Fifty distinguished winners will spend three days at Apple HQ networking with peers and meeting...

David Chien, 10 Oct 2024 08:32

Apple's latest 'Pro' iPads are selling fewer units than expected. (Image source: Apple)

Analyst delivers damning report on new Apple iPad Pro popularity

Apple's latest iPad Pro tablets contain various advantages over the competition, despite their 5 mm housings. Unfortunately, the presence of tandem OLED displays and powerful Apple M4 chipsets has not helped improved sales, accord...

Alex Alderson, 10 Oct 2024 00:10

Apple's Watch SE (2nd Gen) offers a plethora of health and fitness features at a low price. (Image source: Apple)

Deal | Apple Watch SE 2nd Gen drops to its lowest price ever for Amazon Prime members

Apple's Watch SE 2nd Gen provides excellent bang for buck, even in 2024. This entry-level Apple Watch is especially suited for those looking for a decently equipped smartwatch. Thanks to Amazon's ongoing sale, Prime members can no...

Sambit Saha, 09 Oct 2024 20:24

An iPhone 16 Pro in exploded view. (Image source: Apple)

iPhone 16 Pro made into custom transparent edition with the help of gallium in new video

Apple's new metallic battery housing might end up being one of the iPhone 16 Pro's most important upgrades in the long run - accordingly, it is a shame that there is no see-through version of the new flagship. A prominent teardown...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Oct 2024 19:59

M4 MacBook Pro will likely feature more upgrades than previously expected. (Image source: Apple)

M4 MacBook Pro might feature more upgrades than previously thought along with a price bump

Apple's entry-level MacBook Pro was undoubtedly the underdog of the lineup, featuring fewer ports as well as far lower memory. With the M4 generation, Apple seems to be doing away with the idea of trimming features on its entry-ti...

Sambit Saha, 08 Oct 2024 19:31

The M4 MacBook Pro listing has apparently been removed for violating the shopping site's rules (Image source: Apple - edited)

Alleged 2024 MacBook Pro with Apple M4 gets briefly listed at ~$7,500 in Russian marketplace

After two YouTubers seemingly unboxed the M4 Apple MacBook Pro, the laptop has been listed in a public Russian marketplace, but at a soaring price tag.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 08 Oct 2024 16:20

An 'Apple AR glasses' mock-up. (Image source: Notebookcheck via DALL-E 3)

Apple Watch Ultra (and AR glasses) to adopt microLED sooner than expected

Apple is still projected to take Meta's Ray-Bans on with augmented reality (AR) glasses of its own, just not for a few years from now. Their latest leak purports to revise that timeline somewhat, however. The tip also asserts that...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Oct 2024 16:09

Repairs to the Apple Watch Series 10 remain difficult. (Image source: iFixit)

Apple Watch Series 10 found lacking in progress in iFixit teardown

The tenth-generation Apple Watch is just as difficult to repair as the first-generation Apple Watch. An iFixit teardown video reveals just how little has changed in Apple's smartwatch in a decade and which repairs are still near i...

Hannes Brecher, 08 Oct 2024 15:56

The 8BitDo Pro 2 Wired Controller for Xbox. (Image source: 8BitDo)

Latest Apple software update brings support for wired Xbox Controllers

The arrival of iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia brings official support for wired Xbox Controllers. This allows for gamers to switch to wired controllers which have low-latency.

Habeeb Onawole, 08 Oct 2024 14:30

Apple's M4-powered MacBook Pro will rock a 10-core CPU with two more e-cores than before. (Image source: Apple)

M4 MacBook Pro retail units out in the open as Apple's leak strategy flounders

Apple's M4-powered MacBook Pro has leaked out in yet another unboxing video. This time around, there seems to be hardly any room for doubt. It is shocking to see unreleased MacBook Pro retail units being unboxed a month before lau...

Sambit Saha, 08 Oct 2024 03:33

A shade of green is expected to be one of the color choices for the Apple iPhone 17. (Image source: Majin Bu)

Apple iPhone 17 Pro: Leaker reveals three possible, vibrant colors

Following the rather restrained color palette of the the Apple iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max, Apple may offer the iPhone 17 Pro in more striking colors again. A leak reveals three colors that are said to be under discussion ...

Hannes Brecher, 08 Oct 2024 02:52

Can Black Titanium hold out against a razor blade? (Image source: JerryRigEverything)

Apple Watch Ultra 2 Black Titanium has surprising limits to scratch resistance in new video

The latest Watch Ultra variant is its series' first to have a different color than that of the standard raw titanium of its chassis. Now, a popular durability vlogger has set out to show just how "diamond-like" that coating really...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Oct 2024 22:22

This new AirPods Max adapter somewhat defeats the point of Apple's recent hardware refresh. (Image source: Ken Pillonel)

Unofficial mods bring USB C ports to AirPods and AirPods Max for under $50

The engineer behind the first iPhone with a USB Type-C port has returned with a series of non-destructive mods for all AirPods and AirPods Max models with Lightning ports. For as little as CHF 24.90 (~$29.11), it is now possible t...

Alex Alderson, 07 Oct 2024 19:33

Apple's M4-powered MacBook Air will likely debut in Spring of 2025. (Image source: Own)

M4 MacBook Air likely to debut in early 2025, along with iPad Air 7 and new Magic Keyboards

Apple is gearing up for a jam-packed launch schedule for its MacBook and iPad lineups. While the MacBook Pro and Air models are expected to feature M4-powered internals, not much is known about what Apple has in store for the refr...

Sambit Saha, 07 Oct 2024 16:19

The unboxing video suggests that the M4-powered MacBook Pro will sport the same chassis as its predecessor (Image source: Wylsacom)

Alleged M4-powered MacBook Pro unboxing video surfaces, showing same packaging seen in earlier leak

Apple is expected to launch a new MacBook Pro that will be powered by its latest M4-series of SoCs. The base variant has been making rounds on X for a while, and now a Russian YouTuber claims to have gotten their hands on it, show...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 07 Oct 2024 16:01