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Aug 5, 2020
GMK NucBox to rip on the Intel NUC and challenge the Chuwi Larkbox as the world's smallest 4K mini PC (Source: GMK)

GMK NucBox mini PC to rip on the Intel NUC, come with a Celeron J4125 and challenge the Chuwi Larkbox

The NucBox will be one of the smallest 4K-cable mini PCs you can find when it hopefully launches later this year. Specs-wise, it's looking to be an upgrade from the Chuwi Larkbox in terms of CPU performance, WLAN, and RAM.
Allen Ngo, 05 Aug 2020 06:51
Schiller, who joined Apple in 1987, has stepped down from the role as Apple marketing boss. (Image: Apple)

Long-time Apple marketing supremo Phil Schiller exits role

Apple’s slow changing of the guard continues with the announcement today that long-time head of marketing, Phil Schiller, is stepping down from the role. In his place, another veteran of the company, Greg Joswiak, has been promoted to the role of senior vice president of Worldwide Marketing.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 05 Aug 2020 05:12
Fan-made Xiaomi Mi A3 concept design with under-display camera. (Image source: YouTube/JUST in TECH)

Latest wacky Xiaomi patent details a smartphone with a detachable display

Yet another Xiaomi smartphone patent has seen the light of day and this latest effort features a surprising modular approach. The Xiaomi device detailed in this particular patent comes with a detachable display, although the purpose behind being able to remove the screen seems somewhat unclear.
Daniel R Deakin, 05 Aug 2020 04:40
MSI GL75 Leopard 10SFR in review: Successful gaming laptop with a 144 Hz display

The fans in the MSI GL75 Leopard 10SFR get really loud

With the GL75 Leopard, MSI has a powerful 17.3-inch gaming laptop in its range that brings all modern games smoothly onto the responsive Full HD screen (144 Hz, IPS). The rest of the equipment is also in order: 16 GB of memory (dual-channel mode), NVMe SSD, and a 1 TB HDD.
Sascha Mölck, 05 Aug 2020 01:47
iQOO will launch the 5-series soon. (Source: iQOO)

iQOO's new 5-series of smartphones is also slated to debut 120W charging speeds

iQOO recently unveiled the next-gen 120 watt (W) version of its FlashCharge system for smartphones. Now, it has announced an August 2020 launch date for an entirely new line of mobile devices. One of these is likely to be the first to feature the ultra-fast new power tech.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Aug 2020 01:19
The 27-inch iMac looks the same, but it has received multiple upgrades internally. (Image source: Apple)

Apple refreshes the 27-inch iMac; 21.5-inch iMac and iMac Pro upgraded too

The new 27-inch iMac is here, although you would be forgiven for thinking otherwise. Apple has left the design of its 5K iMac unchanged, but it has overhauled the internals with 10th Gen Intel Core processors and AMD Navi GPUs. The 21.5-inch iMac and iMac Pro have also been upgraded, albeit on a much smaller scale.
Alex Alderson, 05 Aug 2020 01:19
MIUI 12 has reached multiple devices, including the Mi 10 Pro. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Stable MIUI 12 lands on the Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro in Europe as Android 10 upgrade for the Redmi 8 and Redmi 8A begins globally

The stable MIUI 12 update has arrived for the Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro in Europe, a few days after an equivalent one for the Mi 10 arrived. Xiaomi has also begun upgrading the Redmi 8 and Redmi 8A to Android 10 globally.
Alex Alderson, 05 Aug 2020 01:13
Does the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra have an 8GB version after all? (Source: XDA)

A Samsung Galaxy Note 20 variant with 8GB of RAM and the Exynos 990 SoC pops up on Geekbench

The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 series is slated to launch tomorrow (August 5, 2020); however, that has not stopped the flow of leaks for these premium phablets. One such last-ditch drip points to an 8GB RAM version of one. According to Geekbench 5, it runs on the Exynos 990 processor.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Aug 2020 00:46
Aug 4, 2020
The Mi 10 Pro. (Source: Xiaomi)

Mi 10 Pro+: Leaked features show a flagship designed to lock horns with the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra

Xiaomi is set to launch its new flagship phone, the Mi 10 Pro+, this month. The phone could be launched as soon as August 11, and a bunch of relevant information on the phone's abilities has now surfaced, hinting at a potential match-up with the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra.
Ricci Rox, 04 Aug 2020 21:48
The Motorola G Pro is a very inexpensive smartphone with a stylus pen

Motorola Moto G Pro: Affordable stylus smartphone makes a good impression in our review

The Motorola Moto G Pro is a cheap smartphone with a stylus and a serious competitor for Samsung's Galaxy Note series. We take a closer look at the device and summarize the most interesting test results.
Manuel Masiero, 04 Aug 2020 21:28
POCO will apparently release a new phone soon. (Source: POCO)

An upcoming POCO phone has the OnePlus Nord squarely in its sights

POCO's product-marketing manager and global spokesperson, Angus Kai Ho Ng, has posted a tweet suggesting that the brand will soon release a phone that will be worth passing the OnePlus Nord over for. This suggests the device in question is a mid-ranger that may offer decent specs for a good price - which is also the Nord's main prospect.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Aug 2020 21:27
The Wearbuds Pro. (Source: Aipower)

The innovative Wearbuds Pro debut via Indiegogo

Aipower's Wearbuds were unique on their launch in that they combine a fitness tracker and TWS earbuds in one product. Now, their second generation has finally come to the market via a crowdfunding platform. The OEM claims this new Pro variant improves on the original in terms of functions, battery life and finish.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Aug 2020 20:42
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The Mate 40 series looks like a cross between the designs of the Mate 30 and P40 series. (Image source: @OnLeaks)

Leaked Mate 40 and Mate 40 Pro renders confirm a more practical design for the Huawei Mate series

The designs of the Huawei Mate 40 and Mate 40 Pro have been revealed, and they may not be to everyone's tastes. The volume button has returned to the Pro model and the notch from the Mate 30 series has gone, but there is no escaping that comically-large rear-facing camera housing.
Alex Alderson, 04 Aug 2020 19:45
The S20 FE 5G is also known as the S20 Fan Edition. (Image source: Evan Blass)

Galaxy S20 FE: Samsung's next affordable flagship smartphone will feature 5G connectivity and a flat display

The design of the Galaxy S20 FE has leaked, also known as the S20 Fan Edition. The device will have a flat display, a single front-facing camera and a noticeable chin. The S20 FE will sport 5G connectivity, too.
Alex Alderson, 04 Aug 2020 18:02
The WH-1000XM4 was first leaked in December 2019. (Image source: Sony via Best Buy)

Sony WH-1000XM4: Early retailer listings confirm last-generation noise cancelling processor for high-end ANC headphones ahead of August 6 release

The Sony WH-1000XM4 is thought to be arriving on August 6, following a protracted development cycle. The headphones will arrive almost two years on from the release of the WH-1000XM3, but early retail listings have confirmed that the WH-1000XM4 will use the same QN1 Noise Cancelling Processor as its predecessor.
Alex Alderson, 04 Aug 2020 16:31
Sony's newest 4K TV will be available in India on August 6

Sony's Bravia X7400H 4K smart TV coming to Flipkart on August 6; will retail at INR 63,990 (US$851)

The Sony Bravia X7400H smart TV will be released in India on August 6 via Flipkart for INR 63,990 (US$851). It comes with a 55-inch 4K LCD panel that uses Sony's proprietary Triluminos technology. Other features include support for Android TV, in-build Chromecast functionality, 20W speakers, and more.
Anil Satyanarayana, 04 Aug 2020 16:08
Our definitive laptop purchase advice: All you need to know to ensure you are getting the perfect laptop for your needs

Our definitive laptop purchase advice: All you need to know to ensure you are getting the perfect laptop for your needs

Purchasing a laptop that caters to your needs is becoming a more daunting task every year thanks to an ever-changing technology landscape and intense competition among laptop OEMs at various price points. This article aims to help readers in understanding what they should be factoring-in while deciding on their next major purchase to ensure that they get the best notebook for the buck.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 04 Aug 2020 16:01
Intel's Tiger Lake CPUs should offer decent competition for AMD's Renoir APUs. (Image Source: Intel)

The first single-board computers supporting Intel's upcoming Tiger Lake CPUs will launch soon

Intel's own Phantom Canyon NUCs will most likely be targeting budget gamers, so if you are looking for more affordable mini PCs powered by the upcoming Tiger Lake CPUs for IoT and HTPC applications, you could check out the single-board computers offered by Aaeon, Kontron and Advantech.
Bogdan Solca, 04 Aug 2020 15:51
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 is leading the Steam top-sellers chart. (Image Source: Steam)

Microsoft Flight Simulator is now the number one selling game on Steam; VR, TrackIR, and HP Reverb G2 support coming soon

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 is now the top-selling game on Steam. Developer Asobo Studio has also confirmed that the game will be available on Steam the same day as the Microsoft Store release on August 18. Flight Simulator 2020 will also offer support for VR, TrackIR, and the upcoming HP Reverb G2 headset.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 04 Aug 2020 15:41
Intel's x86 chip architecture still holds an edge over AMD if an alleged PassMark score is any indication. (Image: Notebookcheck)

Intel Tiger Lake could outrun AMD Ryzen 4000 in single-core performance

An alleged PassMark score has been posted for Intel’s forthcoming Core i7-1165G7 chip going head-to-head with AMD’s Ryzen 7 4800U. Although not able to go toe-to-toe overall with the octa-core 7nm Ryzen 7, the quad-core 10nm++ Tiger Lake-based chip posts a very respectable single-threaded score that throws some shade on its competition.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 04 Aug 2020 12:58
World of Tanks 1.10 update result after two battles (Source: Own)

World of Tanks 1.10 goes live with Polish mediums, reworked equipment system, and more

At first sight, World of Tanks 1.10 comes with a few interesting changes, such as the introduction of a new medium branch to the Polish tech tree. Sadly, the rework of the equipment system and some of the other improvement attempts were enough to make me uninstall the game after just two battles.
Codrut Nistor, 04 Aug 2020 11:49
Three months of free Google Stadia Pro gaming added to the Google Chromebook perks program

Three months of free Google Stadia Pro gaming added to the Google Chromebook perks program

Google has updated its Chromebook perks page with a couple of nice Stadia gaming offers for new buyers of listed Chromebooks on the Google Store. One delivers three months worth of free Stadia Pro access while the other offers a US$20 discount off the Stadia Premiere Edition bundle.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 04 Aug 2020 11:21
New Lenovo ThinkPad T15p features GTX 1050 & better upgradability in a thicker chassis

New Lenovo ThinkPad T15p features GTX 1050 & better upgradability in a thicker chassis

Lenovo is expanding its ThinkPad T series portfolio with a new 15 inch model. The new Lenovo ThinkPad T15p comes in a thicker chassis than the regular ThinkPad T15. It features faster Comet-Lake-H processors, an additional RAM slot and the Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050, marking the first time a GTX chip is used in a T series ThinkPad.
Benjamin Herzig, 04 Aug 2020 11:03
HP ProBook 450 G7 Core i7 Laptop Review: Is It Better Than The Ryzen 7 ProBook 455 G7?

81% HP ProBook 450 G7 Core i7 Laptop Review: Is It Better Than The Ryzen 7 ProBook 455 G7?

How the turn tables. It used to be that users would buy AMD laptops over Intel knowing full well that the less expensive AMD laptop would be slower. The latest Ryzen processors have flipped this upside-down to not only be cheaper, but also faster than the Intel version. We compare the Intel ProBook 450 G7 to the AMD ProBook 455 G7 to see just how much of an advantage the latter has over the former.
Intel Core i7-10510U, NVIDIA GeForce MX250, 15.6", 1.9 kg
Allen Ngo, 04 Aug 2020 11:00
The Mi A3. (Source: Tech Crunch)

New reports suggest Xiaomi has ditched Android One and will not release the Mi A4

It's been over a year since the release of the Mi A3 and there's been little to no news about a Mi A4. New reports, however, claim that Xiaomi—along with Motorola—has ditched the Android One program and will no longer release any Mi A-series phones, starting with the Mi A4.
Ricci Rox, 04 Aug 2020 10:04
The Redmi 9 Prime is now available for purchase in India

Redmi 9 Prime featuring a MediaTek Helio G80 SoC, quad-camera array, and more launched in India

Xiaomi has launched yet another affordable smartphone in India. The Redmi 9 Prime comes with a 6.5-inch FHD LCD panel, a MediaTek Helio G80 SoC, 4GB of RAM, 64/128GB of storage, four rear cameras, and a 5,000mAh battery that supports fast charging at 18W. The phone will be available on August 3 and will retail at INR 9,999 (US$133) for the base variant.
Anil Satyanarayana, 04 Aug 2020 09:37
Intel NUC 8 with Core i3, Radeon GPU, 8 GB LPDDR4 RAM, and 1 TB HDD now on sale for $329 USD

Deal | Intel NUC 8 with Core i3, Radeon GPU, 8 GB LPDDR4 RAM, and 1 TB HDD now on sale for $329 USD

Amazon is clearing stock on the year-old NUC 8 that pairs an uncommon 10 nm Core i3-8121U CPU with an AMD Radeon RX 540 GPU.
Allen Ngo, 04 Aug 2020 06:36
The Redmi Note 8 has a 2 cm macro lens. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Redmi Note 8 Pro and Redmi Note 8 appear on alleged shortlist of Xiaomi smartphones that won't get Android 11

A supposed list of Xiaomi and Redmi devices that will not get an update to Android 11 has been shared online and it makes for disappointing reading for owners of the Redmi Note 8 Pro, Redmi Note 8T, and Redmi Note 8. Unsurprisingly, the Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 5G has also found its way onto this particular shortlist.
Daniel R Deakin, 04 Aug 2020 04:25
Razer Blade 15 Studio Edition (2020) Laptop Review: Small changes, better overall package

87% Razer Blade 15 Studio Edition (2020) Laptop Review: Small changes, better overall package

Resharpened. Razer’s workstation features a lot of performance, a 4K OLED touchscreen, a Thunderbolt 3 port, 32 GB of RAM (running in dual-channel mode), 16 GB of VRAM and a 1 TB NVMe SSD.
Intel Core i7-10875H, NVIDIA Quadro RTX 5000 Max-Q, 15.6", 2.2 kg
Sascha Mölck, 04 Aug 2020 03:18
State of Play will focus on upcoming titles for the PS5 and PS4. (Image source: Sony - edited)

PS5 news: State of Play date set; DualShock 4 will sort of work; dodgy leaks and crazy PlayStation 5 accessory price placeholders

PlayStation has finally announced the State of Play event for August but it might not be exactly what PS5 fans were hoping for. The DualShock 4 will work on the PlayStation 5 but only under certain conditions. More price placeholders have appeared and a tenuous source claims hardware revisions and SOCOM revival.
Daniel R Deakin, 04 Aug 2020 03:12
Despite the large screen, it is easy to hold: The ZTE Axon 11

ZTE Axon 11: Big smartphones can be lightweight too

Since a 5-inch display has been considered small for a long time, users looking for a phone must focus on the thickness and weight of devices instead. To that end, the ZTE Axon 11 may be just what you are looking for.
Mike Wobker, 04 Aug 2020 02:59
Versatile Accell Thunderbolt 3 cable is Intel-certified, comes with 2-year limited warranty

Versatile Accell Thunderbolt 3 cable is Intel-certified, comes with 2-year limited warranty

It's not exactly cheap at $41.99 USD, but it gets the job done and it should hopefully last a little longer than most cheaper USB-C cables. We'll be using this cable for many of our reviews moving forward.
Allen Ngo, 04 Aug 2020 00:57
Aug 3, 2020
The Moto E6 Plus. (Source: Motorola)

A possible Motorola Moto E7 Plus appears on Geekbench

A device calling itself the "motorola moto e(7) plus" has appeared on Geekbench 4. Therefore, a direct replacement for the unprepossessing Moto E6 Plus may be on the way. This new putative phone has 4GB of RAM and runs on a possibly unknown Snapdragon processor.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Aug 2020 23:07
TCL will debut THX Certified Game Mode soon. (Source: THX)

TCL announces its new 6-series of TVs will be the world's first to support THX Certified Game Mode

TCL has teased the next generation of 6-series TVs with a potentially important spec: THX Certified Game Mode. It functions to activate a panel of settings intended to represent gaming content with improved fidelity and quality. The upcoming screens will be the first to feature this new technology.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Aug 2020 22:32
The Xiaomi Mi 9 sports a Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 SoC. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mi 9 added to the Paranoid Android Quartz 4 custom ROM list with support for the Mi A3 and Mi Mix 3 in the works

The Xiaomi Mi 9 smartphone has joined many other Xiaomi and Redmi devices on the Android 10-based Paranoid Android Quartz 4 custom ROM support list. The devs behind the firmware are also preparing the Xiaomi Mi A3 and Mi Mix 3 for future releases of the Paranoid Android ROM.
Daniel R Deakin, 03 Aug 2020 22:19
The first Galaxy Fit. (Source: Samsung)

The Samsung Galaxy Fit2 name is all but confirmed in a new leak

Samsung is expected to launch a fitness tracker alongside a number of other products at its impending Galaxy Unpacked event. A new leak appears to set its status as a second-gen Galaxy Fit series in stone. It may be the first reported listing for the device that uses a corresponding product name.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Aug 2020 21:52
The review of the ThinkPad T14s with an Intel CPU also highlights AMD's supremacy

Review of the ThinkPad T14s with an Intel Comet Lake chip also highlights AMD's supremacy

We have reviewed the Intel-based Lenovo ThinkPad T14s, which is the latest laptop in Lenovo’s ThinkPad T series. Our review reveals that AMD is far ahead and deserves to be in the premium segment.
Benjamin Herzig, 03 Aug 2020 20:39
Test Oppo A72 Smartphone

77% Oppo A72 Smartphone Review - The affordable Oppo smartphone turns out an endurance champion

Plastic bomber. A modern design. A lot of equipment. A high-resolution camera. Stereo speakers. With the A72 model, Oppo releases an attractive offering on paper. Find out in our test of the Oppo A72 whether purchasing the affordable mid-range smartphone is worth it.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 665, Adreno 610, 6.5", 192 g
Marcus Herbrich, 03 Aug 2020 18:02
The Pixel 4a. (Source: Google)

The Pixel 4a is finally here: US$349 for the Snapdragon 730, 6GB of RAM and 128GB fixed storage

Today (August 3, 2020) Google has ushered the Pixel 4a onto its Store website as its newest phone. This 5.81-inch FHD+ display device has just 1 SKU, although its RAM/storage specs are improved compared to its predecessor's starter variant. It is available as an unlocked device for under US$400, or through Verizon on a 24-month contract.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Aug 2020 17:59
The Snapdragon 865 was one of the fastest 5G platforms in recent tests. (Source: Qualcomm)

A new Ookla study shows Qualcomm has the fastest 5G chipsets in the UK and US for the first half of 2020

Qualcomm has published the results of a study conducted by Ookla on 5G speeds in the US and UK for the first and second quarters of 2020 (1-2Q2020). It apparently concludes that the fastest phones in this regard had chipsets and modems made by this prominent chipmaker. Specifically, they were the Snapdragon 865 and Snapdragon 855+ mobile platforms.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Aug 2020 17:08
The Galaxy Note 20 Ultra will be Samsung's first smartphone to ship with an ultra-wideband chip

The Galaxy Note 20 series will reportedly come with an ultra-wideband chip

Samsung will reportedly ship the Galaxy Note 20 series with an ultra-wideband chip. It will facilitate higher peer-to-peer data transfer speeds, and even allow users to track objects in their immediate vicinity. If the Galaxy Note 20 series comes with the hardware, we can expect to see it on a host of future Samsung smartphones.
Anil Satyanarayana, 03 Aug 2020 14:58
Xiaomi has had considerable success with the Mi 10 series of smartphones. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro+ and maybe even the Mi Mix 2020 could be launched soon as Xiaomi has a big celebration coming

Xiaomi has announced a special event coming up soon, and a tip from a noted leaker has suggested that the popular Chinese OEM will use the moment as an opportunity to reveal some new smartphones. The Xiaomi Mi Pro+ (Super Cup) is a likely candidate, and the Xiaomi Mi Mix 2020 has also been put forward for a potential reveal.
Daniel R Deakin, 03 Aug 2020 13:42
343 Industries has responded to concerns Halo Infinite doesn't look 'next-gen.' (Image: 343 Industries)

Halo Infinite developer admits it will need to fix the game's graphics before launch

Halo Infinite is one of the key Xbox Series X launch titles and it’s launch trailer left many long-time fans raising their eyebrows at its design aesthetic. Although meant to be something of a tribute to the original Halo title, it may have erred a little too much on the side of nostalgia at the expense of a proper next-generation console look and feel. Apparently, 343 Industries agrees and is working to improve things.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 03 Aug 2020 11:50
"Made in China" will no longer be found on Samsung laptops in the near future. (Image: Samsung)

Samsung set to end production at its last PC-making factory in China

Samsung has announced to staff at its last remaining PC making factory in China that it will be ceasing operations. This follows the closure of its last smartphone factory in China last year leaving its only remaining Chinese exposure are two chip fabrication factories as it seeks to reset itself following the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 03 Aug 2020 11:08
The Realme V5. (Source: Realme)

Realme V5 launched: 90 Hz display and a MediaTek Dimensity 720 starting at US$215

Realme has now launched its latest device, the Realme V5. The Realme V5 offers a slew of features including five cameras in total, a MediaTek Dimensity 720, and a 90 Hz display. All of that can be had for just over US$200.
Ricci Rox, 03 Aug 2020 11:05
The Android 11-based MIUI 12 update will be available for Xiaomi devices in September

Here's a list of devices that will get the Android 11-based MIUI 12 update; rollout expected to start in September

The Android 11 update will start making its way to Xiaomi devices in September. It will be based on MIUI 12 and available to a host of Xiaomi, Redmi, and Poco smartphones. The company is already testing the software on many smartphones, such as the Mi 10, Mi 10 Pro, and Redmi K30 Pro.
Anil Satyanarayana, 03 Aug 2020 10:38
Camera Test: Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Lite vs. Huawei P40 Lite 5G vs. realme 6 Pro vs. Samsung Galaxy A71 vs. Redmi Note 9 Pro

Mid-Range Smartphone Camera Comparison: Which Affordable Phone Has the Best Camera?

Unfortunately, the Google Pixel 4a wasn't reviewed. We compare the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Lite, Huawei P40 Lite 5G, realme 6 Pro, Samsung Galaxy A71, and Redmi Note 9 Pro against one another. Our tests will show which mid-range phone has the best camera overall.
Marcus Herbrich, 03 Aug 2020 09:42
The Apricorn Aegis Secure Key 3NXC starts at US$69 (Image source: Apricorn)

256-bit Hardware AES encryption on a USB Type-C pen drive for US$59? Meet the Apricorn Aegis Secure Key 3NXC for Windows, Mac, Linux, and Android

Apricorn’s Aegis Secure Key 3NXC is reportedly the world’s first USB Type-C pen drive featuring hardware encryption. With a number of laptops and Android smartphones now leveraging USB Type-C, the 3NXC is increasingly relevant. The 4GB based model cost just US$59, but users will have to pay more for higher storage variants.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 03 Aug 2020 09:13
Hackers could conceivably leverage the Secure Enclave exploit to steal personal data and biometric info from iOS users (Image source: Panda Security)

Alarming “Unpatchable” exploit in Apple’s Secure Enclave could put the data of millions of users at risk, per Chinese hackers

According to Pangu Team, a Chinese hacker group, an “unpatchable” exploit has been uncovered for Apple’s Secure Enclave, the co-processor that stores keys for Face ID, Touch ID, and passwords. This potentially puts the personal data and biometric information of millions of iPhone and iPad users at risk.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 03 Aug 2020 08:51

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