Topics

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 might dethrone M4 iPad Pro in single-core performance, thanks to Armv9-A adoption. (Image source: Apple, Qualcomm, edited)

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 might outshine Apple M4 in single-core performance, claims reliable tipster

Apple has long held the performance crown for mobile SoCs. However, the tech giant has recently found itself in hot water in the smartphone silicon race, thanks to the strides made by Qualcomm's Snapdragon and MediaTek's Dimensity...

Sambit Saha, 03 Jan 2025 18:23

The iPhone 17 Air is reported to replace the "Plus" model in Apple's lineup. (Image Source: Apple)

iPhone 17 Air: Leak reveals pricing info on Apple's upcoming super-slim phone

Apple is widely reported to be developing a new smartphone model. Currently referred to as the iPhone 17 Air, that device is expected to be Apple's thinnest iPhone yet, and a new leak has now also revealed some information on how ...

Ricci Rox, 03 Jan 2025 17:10

Apple TV+ free of charge this weekend

Apple rarely gives anything away for free. Hence, all the more surprising that the tech giant is offering its Apple TV+ streaming service for free for a weekend.

Andreas Jakobi, 03 Jan 2025 05:40

Leakers have hinted at a potential renaming of the iPhone SE, which may launch as the iPhone 16e. (Image source: AppleTrack)

No iPhone SE 4: Apple will incorporate new budget iPhone into iPhone 16 lineup according to two leakers

The successor to the iPhone SE 2022 is scheduled to launch sometime in the new year. Not only is it expected to look like the iPhone 14 and offer the same processing power of the iPhone 16 for less money, Apple may also put an end...

Alexander Fagot, 01 Jan 2025 07:01

A price leak from Japan suggests a maximum of $500 for the iPhone SE 2025. (Image source: Technizo Concept)

Apple iPhone SE 4: First iPhone of 2025 may well be a bargain despite slight price increase

CheckMag 2024 is coming to a close and the launch of first 2025 iPhone is just around the corner, which will likely be in the crosshairs of bargain hunters. According to the latest price leak, the price tag will rise slightly, but the iPho...

Alexander Fagot, 31 Dec 2024 01:51

Apple's current ProMotion displays. (Image source: Apple)

iPhone 17 backed for upgrade to ProMotion display (again)

Apple is projected to launch a vanilla iPhone with a 120Hz screen for the first time in 2025. The plain 17 might seem smoother and more responsive than its pre-existing forebear as a result. Nevertheless, its Pro counterparts migh...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Dec 2024 18:31

Apple might take a new approach to SoC design with the M5 generation. (Image Source: AI generated via Grok 2)

Apple M5 Pro, Max, and Ultra could ditch much vaunted unified memory architecture for split CPU and GPU designs fabbed on TSMC N3E

Apple could be giving a server-grade uplift to its upcoming M5 series of chips, according to analyst Ming-chi Kuo. Kuo expects higher end M5 SoCs such as the M5 Pro, M5 Max, and M5 Ultra to employ TSMC's 2.5D SoIC-mH packaging wit...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 30 Dec 2024 11:56

RayCue's new Mac mini dock swaps ports for a faster external SSD. (Image source: RayCue)

This new Apple Mac mini dock adds 40 Gbps NVMe SSD expansion and USB ports for just over $100

RayCue has released a second dock for Apple's new Mac mini. This time, the dock brings 40 Gbps NVMe SSD expansion, as well as a pair of USB Type-A ports and a 3.5 mm jack.

Alex Alderson, 30 Dec 2024 02:05

Apple is planning an iPhone completely without display edges, but seems to be having technical issues in making this a reality. (Image source: Ilya Miskov)

Apple reportedly planning flat but completely edgeless iPhone display

According to a recent industry report, Apple is planning an iPhone display that is very different from what is currently in fashion in China, namely the quad-curved trend from Xiaomi and others. It also has nothing in common with ...

Alexander Fagot, 29 Dec 2024 01:18

The camera redesign that has been the subject of repeated rumours has now been incorporated into an Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max Slim concept video. (Image source: Technizo Concept)

Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max Slim: Potential camera redesign now visible in a stylish concept video

A supposed leak from iPhone production recently hinted at what the iPhone 17 generation may look like next year, which has now been recreated in a render video by a concept designer. It also includes plans for a super-thin iPhone ...

Alexander Fagot, 27 Dec 2024 09:37

Apple MacBook Pro 14 with M4 Pro Amazon deal

Deal | Powerful MacBook Pro 14 with M4 Pro chip gets substantial discount in Amazon deal for record-low price

The 14-inch Apple MacBook Pro with M4 Pro SoC is substantially discounted on Amazon. The MacBook Pro features a bright mini-LED display, one of Apple's most powerful SoCs to date, and 24 GB of unified memory. At the discounted pri...

Julian van der Merwe, 26 Dec 2024 21:47

The MacBook Air with Apple M4 will be launched soon. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Bloomberg: M4 MacBook Air already in mass production, M4 and M5 Macs expected in 2025

The next-generation MacBook Air is expected to be launched soon, as mass production of the particularly thin and fanless laptop is already underway, reports Bloomberg. In 2025, all Macs will be equipped with M4 chips.

Hannes Brecher, 23 Dec 2024 11:19

iOS 19 leaked compatibility list reveals iPhone XR will still be alive and kicking next year. (Image source: Apple)

Apple iOS 19 compatibility: Good news for old iPhone users

A rumor has revealed that iOS 19 will be compatible with iPhones as old as the iPhone XR, launched in 2018, which recently became old enough to enter elementary school.

Sambit Saha, 22 Dec 2024 21:44

Face ID for the home: Apple smart doorbell supposedly in development

Apple's planned onslaught on the smart home includes the creation of the OEM's own doorbell, according to the latest rumors. The accessory is thought to integrate with equally smart locks that may or may not also be made by Apple ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Dec 2024 17:26

Thanks to the Genisis physics simulator, robots will learn faster in the future. (Image source: Screenshot video from Project Genesis)

10 years of training in one hour thanks to Genesis: The Matrix becomes reality for robots

Training robots to perform complex tasks is both costly and time-consuming. Conventional methods often require the use of real robots in physical environments. A new open-source physics simulator called Genesis promises to revolut...

Marc Herter, 21 Dec 2024 01:24

False start for Apple Intelligence in England. (Image source Notebookcheck - Daniel Schmidt)

Bad start for Apple's AI "Apple Intelligence" in England as false headline draws criticism from Reporters Without Borders

Apple's new AI service, Apple Intelligence, is making the wrong headlines. The feature for automatically summarizing news appears to be unreliable and is spreading misinformation, which has precipitated a reaction from Reporters W...

Marc Herter, 21 Dec 2024 00:42

Apple and Nvidia announce surprise AI partnership. (Image source: Pexels, Nvidia, edited)

Nvidia and Apple: Frenemies are putting grudges aside to supercharge AI performance

Apple and Nvidia have announced a surprise collaboration targeted at improving LLM inference performance, combining Apple's open-source ReDrafter with Nvidia's raw silicon grunt. The result? A 2.7x improvement in performance over ...

Sambit Saha, 19 Dec 2024 18:48

The iPhone 17 Pro is set to recieve a major back redesign. (Image source: Instant Digital)

Fresh leak debunks Pixel-inspired camera layout for iPhone 17 Pro lineup

A recent leak indicates that Apple will stick with a triangle camera-layout for its iPhone 17 Pro lineup, effectively debunking a previous one which hinted at a Google Pixel-like redesign. That said, the source continues to believ...

Sambit Saha, 19 Dec 2024 01:34

The TimeCapsule supplies an Apple AirTag with power from two AA batteries. (Image source: Elevation Lab)

Apple AirTag gets 10-year battery life and IP69 certification with new Elevation Lab TimeCapsule

The TimeCapsule extends the battery life of the Apple AirTag to ten years, while the robust housing makes the tracker completely waterproof. This offers greater protection against the loss of valuable luggage, even if it comes int...

Hannes Brecher, 18 Dec 2024 23:59

iPhone with hardware subscription: Apple reportedly abandons plans for new sales model

For years, Apple had plans to offer iPhones as a subscription whereby customers would have paid a monthly fee and received a new iPhone every year, meaning that it would never belong to the customer. Apple is now said to have aban...

Hannes Brecher, 18 Dec 2024 23:36

Apple's smartwatch sales are falling, in contrast to the sales of Huawei, Samsung and others. (Image source: Apple)

Apple Watch is no longer market leader and the only one in the top 5 to lose market share

While the Apple Watch was the undisputed market leader in the third quarter of 2023 with 58.2% higher sales compared to the runner-up, Apple has now lost this position in the global smartwatch market to a Chinese competitor.

Hannes Brecher, 18 Dec 2024 23:14

The Zeera Macforge case for the M4 Mac Mini is designed like a Mac Pro. (Image source: Zeera)

This aluminium case transforms the M4 Mac Mini into a Mac Pro while improving its cooling

Zeera is offering an aluminum case for the M4 Mac Mini that turns it into a miniature Mac Pro. The CNC case not only adds aesthetics but also brings functional benefits such as improved cooling and easier access to the power butto...

Habeeb Onawole, 18 Dec 2024 19:45

The iPhone SE 4 may launch under a completely different name in spring 2025. (Image source: artyfex)

iPhone 16e: Apple rumoured to release the iPhone SE 4 with a completely different name

According to a new rumour, Apple will not be launching its next mid-range iPhone as the iPhone SE 4. Instead, we may see the introduction of a device called the iPhone 16e, much like the iPhone 5c and iPhone XR of yesteryear.

Alex Alderson, 17 Dec 2024 18:06

The M3 MacBook Air 15 is on sale for a gift-worthy price. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Deal | M2 and M3 MacBook Airs on sale for lowest prices ever

Some of the largest electronics retailers have slashed prices on various versions of Apple's M2 and M3 MacBook Airs. Some of these prices are the lowest ever for Apple's popular laptops.

Sam Medley, 17 Dec 2024 01:11

Apple's first foldable iPad won't hit shelves anytime soon (image generated by Leonardo.ai)

Industry analyst confirms 2028 launch for Apple's 18-inch foldable iPad

Mark Gurman from Bloomberg has confirmed an earlier report about Apple's foldable iPad. It is essentially two iPads stacked side-by-side, with no visible external hinges.

Anil Ganti, 16 Dec 2024 18:04

The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Apple's MacBook Pro 16 with M4 Max is the best laptop for video editing

The new M4 Max SoC increases performance in all areas by 20-30%, further extending its lead over other comparable laptops. In addition to impressive single-core performance, the M4 Max is also one of the fastest chips in multi-cor...

Andreas Osthoff, 16 Dec 2024 00:04

The Apple AirTag 2's new UWB chip will improve the range when using precision finding. (Image source: Apple - edited)

AirTag 2 will have a new and improved UWB chip

Apple's AirTag successor is expected to bring upgrades in key areas such as security and tracking. Now, it has been revealed that it will have a new ultra-wideband chip similar to the one inside the iPhone 15.

Habeeb Onawole, 15 Dec 2024 21:18

Apple Magic Mouse 3 tipped for belated debut with completely re-worked design

Apple has imposed the Magic Mouse in its current form on the world for no less than 15 years now. Nevertheless, a new generation of the Cupertino behemoth's most benighted accessory is still at least a year away, according to the ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Dec 2024 16:59

Anker is now selling the MagGo Power Bank (5K, Slim) in the US. (Image source: Apple)

Anker MagGo Power Bank (5K, Slim) compact accessory now available

Anker has launched the MagGo Power Bank (5K, Slim) in some North American countries. The portable accessory is particularly compact and can be used to charge two devices simultaneously. Other features of the Qi2-certified charger ...

Polly Allcock, 13 Dec 2024 00:14

Apple is not expected to bring the design changes shown to the regular iPhone 17. (Image source: Weibo)

Latest Apple iPhone 17 Pro leak showcases rumoured radical redesign

The release of the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max remains a while off yet. An image purporting to show the pair's mid-frames may have already revealed Apple's design changes, though.

Alex Alderson, 12 Dec 2024 18:48

Apple has unofficially confirmed the impending release of new 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Airs. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

MacOS 15.2 gives away clues about new MacBook releases

Apple has just shipped macOS 15.2 globally. However, it turns out that the company may have included references to upcoming MacBook releases in the process.

Alex Alderson, 12 Dec 2024 17:03

iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max could have a horizontal camera bump (Image source: Apple)

Apple iPhone 17 series rumored to feature Pixel-inspired camera island

Reliable tipster Digital Chat Station reports that the Apple iPhone 17 series could see design change. The Weibo tipster didn't share any further details but said that the camera island could be horizontal, similar to the Google P...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 12 Dec 2024 08:14

Apple's new AI focused updates should be rolling out across iPhones, iPads and Macs shortly. (Image source: Apple)

Apple iPhones, iPads and Macs to receive new AI features in the coming days

Apple has announced that various iPhones, iPads and Macs will be eligible for a fresh round of AI features in the next few days. Having debuted Apple Intelligence language earlier this year, Apple has confirmed that the functional...

Alex Alderson, 12 Dec 2024 01:00

With the M4 Extreme SoC out of the way, the upcoming Apple Mac Pro will likely have to settle for the M4 Ultra. (Image source: Apple, edited)

Apple M4 Extreme SoC with 64-core CPU and 160-core GPU reportedly canceled

A lot of Apple Silicon enthusiasts were likely expecting to see an M4 'Extreme' variant launched alongside the upcoming Mac Pro set for a WWDC 2025 launch. Unfortunately, however, a recent report appears to have poured cold water ...

Sambit Saha, 11 Dec 2024 19:07

The Apple iPhone SE 4 is expected to boast a single 48 MP rear camera setup. (Image source: 4RMD via YouTube)

Apple iPhone SE 4 rumored to feature impressive camera setup according to supply chain information

The iPhone SE 4 appears to be all set to see the light of day in March 2025, if the majority of recent reports are anything to go by. Now, ET News has chimed in, confirming the impressive camera setup destined for the upcoming bud...

Sambit Saha, 10 Dec 2024 15:05

MacBook Pro 2026 models to feature OLED displays without notch, research firm claims (Image source: Apple)

MacBook Pro 2026 to feature OLED displays and hole-punch camera, ditching the notch

Apple's 2026 MacBook Pro lineup is set for a display upgrade, transitioning to larger OLED screens with improved brightness and contrast. The iconic notch will be replaced by a hole-punch camera, potentially incorporating iPhone's...

Nathan Ali, 10 Dec 2024 12:03

Apple's iPad mini will receive the OLED upgrade no sooner than 2026, as per a recent report. (Image source: Apple)

Analysts tease OLED iPad mini and iPad Air release schedule

Apple's iPad mini and iPad Air lineups have long been rumored to get the OLED treatment, with a recent report from a reputable firm shedding light on the expected launch timeline for the products. Unfortunately, it appears that th...

Sambit Saha, 09 Dec 2024 14:21

The PSVR2's controllers. (Image source: Sony)

Apple mulls PlayStation VR 2 Sense Controller compatibility for Vision Pro

The Vision Pro is a ~$3,500 mixed-reality headset with top-end hardware and the power of Apple Silicon behind it, yet is increasingly seen as lacking in many ways compared to conventional PCs, gaming included. The Cupertino-based ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Dec 2024 18:47

Soon a Qualcomm-free zone: Apple plans to slowly replace all Qualcomm modems in iPhones and iPads starting with the iPhone SE 4. (Image source: Wekihome)

From the iPhone SE 4 to the iPhone 19: How Apple plans to banish Qualcomm from iPhones and iPads altogether

Apple and Qualcomm have been partners for a long time, but the former appears intent on gradually moving away from Qualcomm as a chip supplier for Apple's iPhones and iPads over the next few years, as Bloomberg reveals in detail. ...

Alexander Fagot, 08 Dec 2024 16:09

The iPhone 17 Air will be the thinnest iPhone that Apple has made so far. (Image source: Zone of Tech via YouTube)

Prominent analyst claims iPhone 17 'Air' will be Apple's thinnest iPhone ever

Apple's upcoming iPhone 17 'Air' has been repeatedly rumored to feature a substantially thinner chassis than any other iPhone in history, and now a prominent analyst has weighed in, sharing more information regarding the same.

Sambit Saha, 07 Dec 2024 20:57

The HyperOS ecosystem in action. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi mulls expanding HyperOS ecosystem to Apple devices

Xiaomi has designed its latest version of Android to act as much of a hub for with the rest of its smart devices as possible. Now, the OEM is reportedly trying to find a way to make that "interconnectivity" compatible with hardwar...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Dec 2024 18:18

A MacBook Pro with 5G connectivity would be a boon for people always on the go. (Image source: Own)

MacBooks with 5G: Apple reportedly experimenting with cellular connectivity for Macs

A MacBook with cellular connectivity may 'soon' see the light of day, if a recent report by a prominent analyst is to be believed. If true, it might turn out to be the best thing to happen to MacBooks since Apple Silicon.

Sambit Saha, 07 Dec 2024 17:49

Upcoming iPhone 17 Pro series could see more efficient displays. (Image Source: Notebookcheck)

Apple iPhone 17 Pro series touted to offer improved battery life thanks to new display tech

The iPhone 17 Pro models could feature a new display backplane technology called low-dielectric TEE. Low-dielectric TEE has the potential to offer improved power efficiency, durability, and better performance compared to the tradi...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 07 Dec 2024 17:45

It is currently unclear whether the Orico MiniMate can be upgraded with a higher-capacity SSD. (Image source: Orico)

This new Apple Mac mini accessory adds up to 8 TB of storage with 40 Gbps transfer speeds

The Orico MiniMate is the latest purpose-built accessory for the new Apple M4-based Mac mini. Offering 40 Gbps transfer speeds, the accessory can provide up to 8 TB of storage with 1 TB, 2 TB and 4 TB also available.

Alex Alderson, 06 Dec 2024 19:51

Honor X50 beats iPhone 16 Pro Max in new Chinese top 10 smartphone list

The iPhone 16 Pro Max has made it to #3 in Canalys' latest analysis of the best-selling smartphones in the Chinese market over the third quarter of 2024 (3Q2024). Then again, the new Apple flagship was kept off the #2 spot by a de...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Dec 2024 15:18

iPad Pro M5 production plans finalized with rough 2025 start date

The next iPad Pro seems on track for a late 2025 release thanks to the latest report from a widely-regarded securities analyst. It seems the next-gen flagship tablet with its supposed next-gen silicon will be manufactured in China...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Dec 2024 17:59

Apple's first foldable device might not be a smartphone (image generated by Leonardo.ai)

Apple display roadmap forebodes the launch of an 18-inch foldable device in 2028

A new roadmap from Omdia highlights when different Apple products will get the highly anticipated OLED upgrade. The iPad Mini and MacBook Pros will get it first, followed by the iPad and lastly, the MacBook Air. Apple even has a g...

Anil Ganti, 05 Dec 2024 15:49

Tim Cook opens up about the future of AI and Apple in a recent interview with WIRED. (Image source: Apple)

The Apple Way: CEO Tim Cook on Apple Intelligence, AGI, and future of innovation

Apple's Tim Cook, in a recent interview with WIRED, shares his thoughts on the the ever-eveolving AI landscape, and how Apple plans on navigating these uncharted waters. With an emphasis on privacy and cautious optimism, Cook reve...

Sambit Saha, 05 Dec 2024 15:17