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New multi-core score of Apple 18 on Geekbench is better than before (Image source: Apple)

Apple A18 of iPhone 16 now scores close to Apple M1 in Geekbench multi-core test

An early Geekbench run of Apple A18 revealed underwhelming multi-core scores, but there have been new entries since then. These new runs of the iPhone 16 SoC have multi-core scores similar to the Apple M1.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 12 Sep 2024 15:06

Apple has stated that battery servicing for its iPhone 16 lineup should be easier than before. (Image source: Apple)

Apple claims iPhone 16 batteries will be easier to replace, thanks to 'reengineered internal design'

Apple claims to have made battery replacements easier for its recently launched iPhone 16 lineup, confirming previous rumors. The extent to which the battery replacement experience has been simplified is a mystery for the time bei...

Sambit Saha, 12 Sep 2024 14:05

Even the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus are certified with 45 W charging. (Image Source: Apple)

Apple iPhone 16 lineup confirmed to offer 45W charging

While Apple has not advertised it in any of its material so far, it appears that all four iPhone 16 series phones feature improved charging compared to last year's models, with certifications and Apple support in China confirming ...

Ricci Rox, 12 Sep 2024 10:02

War Thunder 2.39 "Dance of Dragons" in-game update notes (Image source: Own)

War Thunder 2.39 "Dance of Dragons" lands with first domestic Swiss aircraft, new squadron vehicles, and more

Unleashed yesterday, War Thunder "Dance of Dragons" is labeled 2.39 and arrives as this year's third major update of Gaijin's title. Its highlights include the first domestic Swiss aircraft, the French coastal fleet tree closed te...

Codrut Nistor, 11 Sep 2024 23:58

The iPhone 16 hardware camera button is the best thing to happen to Android smartphone photography in years

CheckMag Apple may be copying a 15-year-old feature with the Camera Control button, but it's almost guaranteed that Samsung and its ilk will copy the feature. This is excellent news for anyone that wants a physical shutter button but doesn...

Julian van der Merwe, 11 Sep 2024 22:59

Opera GX and Riot Games got together for LoL players and fans (Image source: Stride PR for Opera GX)

Opera GX and Riot Games team up to deliver exclusive content aimed at LoL players and fans

In a move perfectly timed for this year's League of Legends World Championship, Opera GX teamed up with Riot Games to provide special access to a Co-Streamer Hub, exclusive drops, as well as custom browser modes for LoL players an...

Codrut Nistor, 11 Sep 2024 20:56

Vivo targets those switching from Apple iPhone with the X200 series (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo X200 series aims to rival the new Apple iPhone 16 lineup

Jia Jingdong, the current Vice President and General Manager of Brand and Product Strategy at Vivo, has shared the first details of the X200 series. Mentioning the Apple iPhone 16 series, Jia says that the upcoming lineup will be ...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 11 Sep 2024 18:12

ESR's new iPhone cases. (Image source: ESR)

ESR sets iPhone 16 series up for Fastest MagSafe Charging with new cases

ESR has updated its iPhone case line-up to support the new 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max. Each new flagship variant now has its own Stash Stand, Cloud Soft and CyberLock accessories, the latter of which is rated for "7x" mili...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Sep 2024 16:28

"Pro" at last means the same regardless of the screen size - thankfully, a trend a number of manufacturers are now onboard with. (Image Source: Apple)

Finally, the iPhone 16 Pro doesn’t discriminate against those who want a smaller screen

CheckMag Historically, the best features have been reserved for the largest screens, regardless of the "Pro" moniker attached to the name. But some manufacturers are waking up to the fact that not everyone wants a monolith in their pocket....

David Devey, 11 Sep 2024 12:32

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro series. (Source: Apple)

Latest Apple A18 Pro Geekbench scores reveal true performance of the iPhone 16 series

A new Geekbench listing has now revealed what appears to be scores of Apple's latest flagship chipset, the A18 Pro. The A18 Pro delivers around 18% better CPU performance than the A17 Pro on last year's models, with the vanilla A1...

Ricci Rox, 11 Sep 2024 11:24

The Beats iPhone 16 Case with MagSafe has a sapphire crystal so that it works with Camera Control. (Image source: Beats by Dre)

Beats adds phone cases to its lineup as it unveils a MagSafe case for the iPhone 16 series

Beats has branched out from making audio products to making phone accessories, and its first is a case for the iPhone 16 series. The cases have MagSafe support and have been designed to work with the iPhone 16's Camera Control fea...

Habeeb Onawole, 11 Sep 2024 02:45

The Apple Watch 2 pictured may see only minor updates in 2025. (Image source: Benedikt Winkel / Notebookcheck)

Apple Watch Ultra 3 rumor suggests 2025 release alongside Watch SE 2 and smartwatch overhaul

The much-leaked Apple Watch Ultra 3 and Apple Watch SE were apparently supposed to herald a new era of Apple Watch devices at this week's Apple event. Instead, it now looks like the Apple will announce the Apple Watch Ultra 3 and ...

Julian van der Merwe, 10 Sep 2024 22:16

MacBook Pro lineup will switch to OLED displays by 2026 at the earliest. (Image source: Apple)

OLED MacBook Pro unlikely to hit shelves before 2026, claim prominent analysts

Reiterating previous rumors, analysts Ross Young and Ming-Chi Kuo have stated that Apple will switch to OLEDs for its MacBook Pro lineup by 2026 at the earliest, indicating that next year's MacBook Pros will continue using mini LE...

Sambit Saha, 10 Sep 2024 18:51

First Geekbench run of alleged Apple A18 shows lower multi-core score than A17 Pro (Image source: Apple)

Alleged Geekbench result of Apple A18 in iPhone 16 shows underwhelming multi-core score

Apple has just announced the iPhone 16 lineup, which brings many upgrades, including two new SoCs. The Apple A18 of the non-Pro models has seemingly been tested on Geekbench, and the multi-core score is a little underwhelming.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 10 Sep 2024 14:14

Apple Intelligence will be available with iOS 18.1 update (Image source: Apple)

Apple reveals when iOS 18 and Apple Intelligence will be available

Apple has launched the iPhone 16 lineup, and this new series has the first phones the company has designed for AI, specifically for Apple Intelligence, which will be available with iOS 18.1. The Cupertino giant has now revealed wh...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 10 Sep 2024 12:51

The iPhone 16 and 16 Plus devices will come in black, white, pink, teal, and ultramarine colors. (Image source: Apple Newsroom)

Apple iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus launched with 48MP 'Fusion camera', Camera Control and A18 chip

Apple has officially launched the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus, featuring the A18 chip, a new Camera Control button, and a 48MP Fusion camera alongside a 12MP wide-angle lens. The phones claim to offer improved battery life and pe...

Anubhav Sharma, 09 Sep 2024 23:07

Apple's AirPods Max headphones are available in five new colors. (Image source: Apple)

AirPods Max refresh brings new colors and a switch to USB-C

Apple has given the AirPods Max a slight refresh for the first time since they were launched in 2020. The updated headphones now come with a USB-C port and are available to buy in five new colors.

Habeeb Onawole, 09 Sep 2024 22:27

Apple's new health features. (Image source: Apple)

Breathing Disturbances and Hearing Protection debut as latest Apple health measurements

Apple has announced that it can now help detect the conditions of sleep apnea and hearing loss in its users in conjunction with the launch of its latest wearables. They will be able to track and generate reports on the former over...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Sep 2024 22:18

Apple's top-spec iPhone models are now official (image source: Apple)

iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max official with new cameras, A18 Pro SoC and larger screens

The iPhone 16 Pro is now official with a 6.3-inch screen. Even the iPhone 16 Pro Max gets a larger 6.9-inch panel. They come with all the bells and whistles of the iPhone 16 lineup, such as an Action Button, dedicated camera slide...

Anil Ganti, 09 Sep 2024 21:16

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 gets a second color for the first time. (Image source: Apple)

Apple Watch Ultra 2 gets a new black color and a handful of new straps

Apple's September 9 Glowtime event didn't bring the Apple Watch Ultra 3, but the Apple Watch Ultra 2 gets a new black colorway. The new color also comes with a brand new Milanese strap to go with it.

Habeeb Onawole, 09 Sep 2024 21:11

Apple's new smartphone SoCs are finally official (image source: Apple)

Apple A18 and A18 Pro announced with massive CPU and GPU performance gains

Apple has shown off two new SoCs with the iPhone 16 lineup. The Apple A18 will power the vanilla iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus, while the A18 Pro will be reserved for the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max.

Anil Ganti, 09 Sep 2024 20:33

YouTubers DIY Perks and MrWhoseTheBoss have built the world's largest iPhone 15 Pro Max. (Image source: YouTube / MrWhoseTheBoss)

YouTubers build 2-meter iPhone and break two world records

YouTubers DIY Perks and MrWhoseTheBoss have built an XXL iPhone. The 2 meter tall and 190 kilogram replica of the iPhone 15 Pro Max is fully functional. As you can see in the video, it can even be used to make contactless payments...

Marius Müller, 09 Sep 2024 14:00

Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 16 series at tomorrow's 'Its Glowtime' event. (Image source: Apple)

These Apple iPhones, Watches, and AirPods will likely be discontinued after the upcoming iPhone 16 event

Apple's upcoming 'It's Glowtime' event is set to feature the company's upcoming flagship iPhones as well as the widely anticipated Apple Watch Series X. However, with the launch of these new devices, certain older-generation produ...

Sambit Saha, 08 Sep 2024 20:20

Apple iPad Mini 7 is expected to be announced in October (Image source: Apple)

Leaker hints at key upgrades that Apple iPad Mini 7 may bring

As Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported, Apple will announce the new iPad Mini 7 after unveiling the iPhone 16 lineup. Per Apple Hub on X, this new tablet is expected to bring some key upgrades, including a new SoC, support for Apple ...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 08 Sep 2024 13:15

Apple says M3 MacBook is the "best AI PC" (Image source: Apple - edited)

Apple claims MacBook Air M3 is up to 40% faster than Copilot+ PCs

Apple has updated the marketing material of the MacBook Air M3, and with this, the company is making new claims about the laptop. In the updated material, Apple claims that it is 40% faster than Copilot+ PCs in graphics performanc...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 07 Sep 2024 18:07

The whole 2022 iPad Pro M2 line-up is discounted at Best Buy. (Image source: Florian Schmitt / Notebookcheck - edited)

Deal | M2 iPad Pro 11-inch and 12.9-inch get up to 36% discount in Best Buy deal - 1TB model starting at $999

A Best Buy sale has brought down prices on M2 Apple iPad Pro models, with seemingly limited availability leaving the cheapest 11-inch models coming in at $999. Both the 12.9-inch and 11-inch M2 iPad Pro variants are on sale, and t...

Julian van der Merwe, 07 Sep 2024 06:51

The upcoming iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max are expected to bring massive camera upgrades to Apple's smartphone line-up. (Image source: Unbox Therapy on YouTube)

iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max tipped to deliver 8K 60 fps and 4k 120 fps video with upgraded base storage and third-party-compatible shutter button to back it up

It looks like the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max will both be capable of up to 8K 60 fps video, thanks to the new camera sensor and A18 SoC, although Apple may limit the iPhone 16 family to 4K 120 fps, instead. The iPhone 16 Pro and Pr...

Julian van der Merwe, 07 Sep 2024 00:37

There are options for those who do not want to disassemble their dash to install an Android Auto or Car Play head-unit (Image Source: Carpuride)

Here’s how to add Apple Car Play or Android Auto to your older vehicle without the need to dismantle the dash

CheckMag After-market head units from big brands with Car Play and Android Auto support tend to start at around $250. Even then, they offer a screen that isn’t much bigger than your smartphone. Most relatively modern cars will need a costl...

David Devey, 05 Sep 2024 12:48

Apple's upcoming Watch Series X is expected to bring along a wide array of improvements and design changes. (Image source: MajinBuOfficial via Twitter)

Leak reveals Apple Watch Series X will feature titanium case, larger displays, and thinner chassis

Less than a week away from launch, tipster Majin Bu has revealed several of the design changes that the upcoming Apple Watch Series X is expected to witness, the most noticeable of which might be the new titanium case which will l...

Sambit Saha, 04 Sep 2024 18:26

The next iPhone SE may trade its aging LCD screen for an OLED panel. (Image source: iPhone SE 3 review on Notebookcheck)

Upcoming iPhone SE 4 rumored to feature OLED screen

A new rumor from Nikkei Japan claims that the iPhone SE 4 (which is expected to release early next year) will have an OLED display. This move would mean all Apple smartphones would have an OLED display. It would also be the end of...

Sam Medley, 04 Sep 2024 00:50

Apple's Magic Keyboard opens a new realm of possibilities for iPad owners that need their tablets to do anything other than media consumption. (Image source: Apple)

Apple to update budget iPad ecosystem with cheaper Magic Keyboard with new features and budget-friendly materials

It seems like Apple is working on a Magic Keyboard accessory for its cheapest iPad and iPad Air models. The $299 Apple Magic Keyboard for the iPad Pro was a major success, thanks to its full-size keyboard, haptic trackpad, and exc...

Julian van der Merwe, 03 Sep 2024 00:14

Apple iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max could get a new coffee finish (Image source: Sharaf DG - edited)

Retailer teases new color for iPhone 16 Pro phones and hints at camera upgrade

A Dubai retailer named Sharaf DG has put a new video teaser for the upcoming iPhone 16 Pro phones. This video teases a new colorway, seemingly with a coffee finish, and hints at an upgraded camera setup.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 02 Sep 2024 19:18

A selection of FineWoven cases. (Image source: Apple)

FineWoven shows more signs of fraying as iPhone 16 accessory solution in new report

The numbers of existing iPhones, Watches and accessories in Apple's physical Stores are reportedly shrinking now that the OEM has officially set a date for its next-gen hardware launch. In the case of the benighted FineWoven line,...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Sep 2024 19:26

The Mac Mini's (2023) rear port layout. (Image source: Apple)

Mac Mini to gain M4 Pro variant that loses USB type-A ports

The Mac Mini is projected to shrink even further in its upcoming iteration, yet still accommodate Apple's latest in-house silicon. Now, it seems the more powerful version of this alleged next-gen ultra-small form factor PC will di...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Sep 2024 18:33

The iPad 9th gen currently has a 40% discounted price tag (Image source: Apple)

Deal | Apple iPad 9th gen can be had for just $200 with Amazon Labor Day price dip

The ongoing Labor Day sale on Amazon has slashed the price of the Apple iPad (9th generation) to a sweet $199.99. Powered by an A13 Bionic chip and a 10.2-inch Retina display, you might get yourself an iPad upgrade.

Nitisha Upadhye, 01 Sep 2024 13:35

iPhone 16 Pro Max display will reportedly feature the thinnest bezels (Image source: Apple)

Comparison render shows how thin iPhone 16 Pro Max bezels could be

Apple is expected to announce the iPhone 16 lineup at the September 9 "It's Glowtime" event. Previous reports claimed that the Pro models in the series would feature the thinnest bezels, and a new report has offered a comparison r...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 01 Sep 2024 13:00

From this angle, the iPhone 16 Pro is difficult to distinguish from its predecessor. (Image source: 9to5Mac)

Apple iPhone 16 Pro revealed in new Gold Titanium colour option through pre-release case leak

The iPhone 16 Pro is nearly official. While Apple will not release the device until September 9, a reliable source has highlighted one of the company's new titanium colour options in a fresh leak.

Alex Alderson, 01 Sep 2024 00:20

Apple plans to launch its Apple Intelligence AI features in October, but users in some regions may have to wait, while it may never arrive for others. (Image source: Apple)

Apple Intelligence rolls out globally in iOS 18.1 beta 3 — EU and China still in Apple's dog box

As of the iOS 18.1 beta 3, iPhone users outside of the US can access Apple Intelligence features, as long as they jump through a few small hoops to get them. Users in China and the EU are still left in the cold, however, and users...

Julian van der Merwe, 30 Aug 2024 00:03

A new "iPhone 16 Pro" leak. (Image source: Unbox Therapy)

All new iPhone 16-series colors allegedly showcased in new video

Apple is tipped to introduce a whole new color for iPhones with the launch of the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max. A prominent tech YouTuber claims to be able to present this potentially polarizing shade in advance. It is joined by what...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Aug 2024 17:22

The iPhone 17 Pro Max could launch with a much-needed memory upgrade (image source: Notebookcheck)

iPhone 17 Pro Max tipped to be the only SKU to launch with 12 GB RAM and vapour chamber cooling

Industry analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has revealed some new information about Apple's top-spec iPhone 17 Pro Max. It will be the only one of its lot to offer 12 GB of RAM and a superior cooling mechanism.

Anil Ganti, 29 Aug 2024 04:43

M4-powered MacBook Pro lineup has reportedly entered mass production. (Image Source: Apple)

M4 Pro, M4 Max-powered MacBook Pros enter mass production, likely set for an October launch

Apple's upcoming M4-powered MacBook Pro lineup has reportedly entered mass production, and if previous reports are anything to go by, the high-end MacBooks are likely to hit sheleves as early as October of this year.

Sambit Saha, 28 Aug 2024 22:43

Apple has been selling the iPad mini 6 for three years at this point. (Image source: Apple)

New iPad mini and AirPods Pro 3 could join iPhone 16 series at Apple's Glowtime event on September 9

Apple is gearing to release new devices early next month at its 'Glowtime' event. While the iPhone 16 series is already seemingly nailed on, various sources have now started speculating that not just a new pair of AirPods Pro coul...

Alex Alderson, 27 Aug 2024 21:49

New information about the iPhone 16's SoC has emerged online (image source: Apple)

Apple A18 and A18 Pro specs revealed by new rumour

A new leak sheds light on Apple's upcoming A18 and A18 Pro SoCs for the upcoming iPhone 16 lineup. Both will use an identical CPU, but the Pro model is tipped to arrive with a slightly more potent GPU.

Anil Ganti, 27 Aug 2024 15:42

Apple reportedly testing new M4-powered Macs with at least 16GB of RAM (Image source: Elise Bouet, Unsplash)

Apple to upgrade RAM in upcoming M4-powered Mac lineup

Apple is preparing to upgrade the base RAM configurations of its upcoming M4-powered Mac lineup, offering at least 16GB of unified memory as standard. This move addresses longstanding criticism over the company's previous use of a...

Nathan Ali, 27 Aug 2024 12:20

Cthulhu stealer is basically a disguised Apple disk image (DMG) file that is written in Golang open-source programming language. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

A $500-a-month malware dubbed "Cthulhu Stealer" targets macOS users and steals sensitive data

Cthulhu Stealer is an information-stealing malware targeting macOS users. Available as a MaaS service for $500 per month, it steals sensitive data like passwords, system info, and crypto wallet details. The malware impersonates le...

Anubhav Sharma, 26 Aug 2024 13:21

The App Store will become less ubiquitous soon. (Image source: Apple)

Apple confirms upcoming App Store deletion option for EU users

Apple has announced that it will indeed comply with the directives of the European Union's Digital Markets Act that require it to enable alternatives to in-house apps such as Safari, Apple Photos and the App Store by the end of 20...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Aug 2024 19:45

Meta reportedly canceled its Apple Vision Pro competitor due to not being able to keep the cost under $1,000 (Image source: Meta)

Meta reportedly abandons its plans for Apple Vision Pro competitor

Meta was apparently working on an Apple Vision Pro competitor codenamed La Jolla. However, a new report suggests that the company abandoned the XR headset because it couldn't find ways to keep the cost under $1,000.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 24 Aug 2024 19:59

5 complete operating systems that work perfectly in a docker container, including macOS and Steam Headless

CheckMag The idea of running an entire operating system (especially one as bloated as Windows) in a container defeats the entire purpose of Docker. However, you can, and there are at least some valid reasons why you might want to. Whether ...

David Devey, 24 Aug 2024 18:37