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iPhones get a new software update (Image Source: Apple)

Apple releases iOS 17.1.2 update for iPhone users

Apple has released an urgent software update for iPhones and has urged users to install it. The update will fix issues with WebKit, Apple's web browser engine. The same update is also available for iPads and MacBooks.

Nitisha Upadhye, 01 Dec 2023 20:56

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max are significantly more popular than the cheaper base models. (Image: nitin v)

Apple iPhone 15: Production 16% higher than iPhone 14, Pro models reach 71% of production volume

The iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max are proving to be extremely popular, as 71% of all iPhones produced in October were Pro models, while Apple produced 16% more iPhone 15s than iPhone 14s in the same month of last year.

Hannes Brecher, 28 Nov 2023 03:56

Apple and Samsung were unable to build on the previous year's success in the third quarter of 2023. (Image: Onur Binay)

Sales of Samsung Galaxy and Xiaomi smartphones slump in Europe, Apple iPhone stagnates, Honor gains

The European smartphone market shrank by 11% in the third quarter of 2023. The big losers were Realme, Samsung and Xiaomi. Apple's iPhone sales fell only slightly. Honor was the only smartphone manufacturer to record growth.

Hannes Brecher, 26 Nov 2023 00:39

Apple's Black Friday sale is once again rather restrained this year. (Image: Apple)

Apple launches Black Friday sale: The best offers for iPhone, MacBook, Apple Watch and the like

Apple's Black Friday 2023 sale is now open. Anyone who orders a selected iPhone, iPad, MacBook or Apple Watch by Monday will receive a free Apple gift card that can be used to purchase accessories or software. Is this offer worthw...

Hannes Brecher, 25 Nov 2023 01:16

Top 3 iOS features Android users are missing out on

CheckMag The iPhone and Android smartphones have more in common than ever before, but from a certain perspective, they still differ in features. If the Android operating system had these features from iOS, it would become more perfect than...

Triet Le, 24 Nov 2023 21:10

A phone with great cameras is important if you travel frequently. (Image source: Google)

3 smartphones for travelers

CheckMag If you are a frequent traveler, some smartphones are better suited for that trip than others. Choices will depend on a multitude of features, including camera equipment, battery life, and cellular connectivity. Here are 3 of the b...

Habeeb Onawole, 23 Nov 2023 16:54

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro could be much faster with a stronger cooling system. (Image: @Tech_Reve)

Apple iPhone 15 Pro with vapor-chamber mod achieves significantly better performance

The Apple A17 Pro in the iPhone 15 Pro throttles very quickly to avoid overheating. A modder has now upgraded the iPhone 15 Pro with vapor-chamber cooling to demonstrate how much faster Apple's flagship could be if the cooling can...

Hannes Brecher, 23 Nov 2023 06:50

Khadas' Black Friday 2023 offerings. (Source: Khadas)

Deal | Khadas Mind: Get up to 12.5% off the new modular PC for Black Friday 2023

Khadas has announced that its innovative Mind PC is part of its latest Black Friday sale. Its module-compatible core is available with either the Intel Core i5-1340P or Intel Core i7-1360P at its very first retail discount. Altern...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Nov 2023 18:37

An "iPhone 16 Pro battery". (Source: Kosutami on X/Twitter)

iPhone 16 Pro updated battery pictured in new leak

The iPhone 16 Pro is tipped to launch with a battery designed to better prevent the risk of over-heating. Now, the leaker behind this claim is back with live images that purport to show the changes in question. The component has s...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Nov 2023 21:06

iPhone 16 and 16 Plus tipped to fail at upgrading refresh rate to even 90Hz in 2024

Apple touts the vanilla iPhone 15 and 15 Plus as having Super Retina XDR screens - however, the supposed flagship devices are saddled with a display refresh rate that is virtually extinct amongst even the cheapest new Android smar...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Nov 2023 18:58

Activating RCS messaging on Android (Source: 9to5Google)

Apple will bring RCS messaging to iPhones in 2024

Another move that will bring iOS and Android one step closer has been confirmed by Apple for 2024 when the tech giant's smartphones will get support for RCS. Thanks to it, texts between the two platforms will get typing indicators...

Codrut Nistor, 18 Nov 2023 23:21

Even before the rumoured Apple Car turns up, Apple and the EV industry share a number of worrying similarities (Image Source: Vanarama)

3 unfortunate similarities between Apple and the electric car industry

CheckMag Even before rumours started circulating about Apple creating its own electric vehicle, some of Apple's business practices shared a lot in common with electric vehicle manufacturers. While not uncommon in the tech industry, they se...

David Devey, 17 Nov 2023 19:16

Apple's iPhone 15 Pro lineup faced widespread over-heating issues earlier this year. (Source: Apple)

Apple to address iPhone 16 over-heating concerns with a revamped thermal design, according to report

Apple is set to address overheating concerns in the upcoming iPhone 16 models by introducing a graphene-based thermal system, according to leaks from "Kosutami". This move aims to improve heat dissipation, particularly in the Pro ...

Sambit Saha, 17 Nov 2023 10:38

Game on! 2023's top 5 mind-blowing iOS games that are absolutely free! (Source: Unsplash)

Top 5 mind-blowing free iOS games in 2023

CheckMag If you own an iPhone running the iOS operating system with its many outstanding features, then the following games are perfect choices for you. This guide is tailored to introduce you to some of the best free games for iOS, offeri...

Triet Le, 16 Nov 2023 22:15

Satellite communication on the iPhone 14 remains free for now (Image: Notebookcheck.com)

Apple: Life-saving iPhone function remains free - and is likely to pose a difficult marketing question for Apple

Good news: iPhone users can continue to use satellite communication free of charge in emergencies, which can mean the difference between life and death in an emergency. However, there is still no information about the permanent st...

Silvio Werner, 16 Nov 2023 21:50

The Qi2 is a MagSafe alternative that is finally being launched for both iPhones and Android smartphones. (Image: Nomad)

Qi2 to be launched by December, initially as a MagSafe alternative for Apple iPhone 15, later for Android smartphones

The new Qi2 standard is finally ready for the market, as the first chargers are set to be launched before the end of the year. The Apple iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro will be the first to support the standard, but the MagSafe altern...

Hannes Brecher, 16 Nov 2023 21:23

Double your phone's battery lifespan: 5 smart tips to make it last longer

CheckMag If you're aiming to protect your phone battery from wear and tear and want to maximize its longevity, it's important to remember to follow a set of key practices. Maintaining the health of your phone's battery is vital for its lon...

Triet Le, 15 Nov 2023 22:28

The iPhone SE 4 might not be ready for over a year. (Image source: AppleTrack & @concept_central)

Apple iPhone SE 4 visualised in new concept images with modern but familiar design

The iPhone SE 4 could be a while off yet, but numerous rumours about a fourth-generation model have already surfaced online. Now, high-resolution render images visualise current expectations, including the adoption of modern iPhon...

Alex Alderson, 14 Nov 2023 23:43

7 warning signs your iPhone may be tracked

CheckMag By recognizing the signs of mobile phone tracking, you can determine whether your iPhone is being monitored. Below are 7 warning signs your iPhone may be tracked, which range from unexpected Apple ID login alerts to unusual data u...

Triet Le, 13 Nov 2023 21:49

Deal | JSAUX 7-in-1 Docking Station with on-board cable holder goes for US$69 off

JSAUX has announced its online Black Friday sale early, with 25% off some of its Steam Deck accessories, not to mention its new iPhone 15 cases. However, the best deal might be the nearly 70% off deal on the brand's innovative 7-i...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Nov 2023 20:50

The Apple iPhone is set to receive its biggest operating system update in years in 2024. (Image: Apple)

Bloomberg: Hardly any new features planned for the iPhone 16, iOS 18 set to be a huge update, app sideloading to start in 2024

According to the latest information from Bloomberg editor Mark Gurman, customers should not expect any significant innovations on the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro. But iOS 18 will be all the more exciting because the iPhone operati...

Hannes Brecher, 13 Nov 2023 12:05

iPhone 15 series rejuvenates US smartphone market in latest quarter

The US smartphone market grew by just over 20% in the third quarter of 2023 compared to the second, according to the latest industry research. This up-tick was attributed to the launch of the latest iPhone 15 series, which account...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Nov 2023 18:17

If you want a small phone with a big zoom think again, you probably won't find one. (Source: Notebookcheck)

If you want a phone with a 5x zoom, make sure you’ve got big hands

What was once considered "big" in smartphone terms is now the norm in the industry. But one feature seems to be tied specificially to the size of the screen. If you don't like big phones, don't expect to be on the cutting edge of ...

David Devey, 12 Nov 2023 08:28

iPhone SE 4 set to feature a revamped design according to reports. (Source: Florian Schmitt)

Apple iPhone SE 4 to feature iPhone 14-style chassis, 48-megapixel camera and action button

New information obtained by MacRumors hints at significant improvements being planned for the iPhone SE 4, which is expected to feature an iPhone 14-style chassis along with a whopping 48-megapixel single camera system. However, w...

Sambit Saha, 10 Nov 2023 12:38

Apple is finally fixing a number of iPhone and Apple Watch battery problems. (Image: Apple)

iOS 17.1.1 and watchOS 10.1.1: Apple remedies BMW bug on iPhone and battery issues on Apple Watch

Via the latest updates for the iPhone and Apple Watch, Apple is finally fixing a number of annoying bugs that have drastically affected battery life and made charging difficult in some cases, including in conjunction with the wire...

Hannes Brecher, 08 Nov 2023 04:55

Apple iPhone 15 Plus (photo: Daniel Schmidt)

Apple iPhone 15 Plus – Forced to be worse

Although the more affordable large iPhone is able to deliver some results in our test that are to a large extent convincing, it also reveals some deficits that might turn into show stoppers for some interested buyers. So should yo...

Daniel Schmidt, 07 Nov 2023 01:27

PopSockets launches AI Customizer with cash-prize giveaway

The popular mobile device accessory company PopSockets has announced that buyers can now design their own finish for selects products using AI. The Customizer is touted to help its users translate their passions into a new PopSock...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Nov 2023 17:53

An OLED product showcase. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung accuses BOE of stealing OLED trade secrets

The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has confirmed the receipt of a complaint from Samsung about competing display OEM BOE. The former asserts that the latter has employed "unfair methods of competition" that include OLED...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Nov 2023 18:48

Apple plans to manufacture more iPhones in India in the coming years (image via own)

iPhone 17 mass production to kick off in India in 2024

The iPhone 17 will be the first of its kind to be produced in India before launch. It will be assembled on Wistron's assembly line, which was acquired by Tata a few weeks ago.

Anil Ganti, 02 Nov 2023 11:04

Sony XAV-AX8500 debuts as Tilt & Swivel in-car AV receiver with LDAC

Sony has announced that its latest audio-video (AV) receiver has a new Tilt & Swivel design that allows its screen to be turned either towards or away from the driver. It also supports USB type-C and micro-HDMI as well as the gold...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Nov 2023 23:07

Apple's current Action Button may only last one generation on Pro iPhones, iPhone 15 Pro pictured. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Apple iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max to launch with first solid-state Action Button

Allegedly, Apple has resolved manufacturing issues that affected its attempts to mass-produce its first solid-state or Taptic Button. As a result, Apple will showcase the new button type as a second-generation Action Button in nex...

Alex Alderson, 01 Nov 2023 12:50

The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus may have more hardware buttons than their Pro counterparts. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Apple iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus could feature mute switches and dedicated Action Buttons

While the release of the iPhone 16 series is a way off yet, information about certain hardware details is already appearing online. Reportedly, Apple will bring the Action Button to next year's non-Pro iPhones, but in a different ...

Alex Alderson, 01 Nov 2023 12:44

The new M3 Mac series chips from Apple appear to have their origins in both its A16 Bionic and A17 Pro mobile SoCs. (Source: Apple)

Apple M3 chips appears to be a hybrid of the A17 Pro, A16 Bionic designs

The new M3 chips are here and there’s a lot to digest. As Apple doesn’t make a point of revealing the design origins of its chips, it can be an interesting exercise to put the pieces of the puzzle together.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 01 Nov 2023 12:13

Apple's entire 'Scary Fast' Mac special event was shot on an iPhone 15 Pro Max. (Photo : Daniel Schmidt)

Apple's Scary Fast event was shot on iPhone

In a first for the company, the entire 'Scary Fast' Mac special event that was just held was filmed using an iPhone 15 Pro Max, which came out this September and features Apple's most advanced camera system to date.

Sambit Saha, 31 Oct 2023 21:19

The Space Elevator power bank. (Source: Sharge)

Sharge Space Elevator launches as a sub-credit card-sized magnetic power bank

Sharge touts its latest product as its most pocket-friendly MagSafe-style power bank yet. The new accessory is also backed to relieve the user of battery anxiety as both a wired and wireless back-up power source on the go. The Spa...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Oct 2023 18:22

The iPhone 15 Pro could be the last model to feature 3x telephoto and 12 MP ultra-wide-angle cameras. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Apple to pioneer moulded glass camera lenses starting with iPhone 16 Pro

According to a new report, Apple will equip its next Pro and Pro Max iPhones with a special lens type. Purportedly, the change is to allow the iPhone 16 Pro to feature Apple's tetra prism telephoto camera, which is currently an iP...

Alex Alderson, 31 Oct 2023 17:07

Capcom has discounted Resident Evil Village for the next three weeks. (Image source: Apple & Capcom - edited)

Deal | Resident Evil Village starts on Apple iPhone 15 Pro at 60% discount with MetalFX upscaling

Capcom has now published Resident Evil Village for iOS and iPadOS devices. Available for the next three weeks at a 60% discount, the port utilises MetalFX upscaling to maximise image quality and can be played on an external displa...

Alex Alderson, 30 Oct 2023 16:26

Volta VoltaGo MagSafe Power Bank hyped as Most Versatile 4-in-1 Magnetic Power Bank to hit Indiegogo yet

Volta has announced that its next "high-speed" charging accessory will launch via a crowdfunding campaign. The 10,000mAh VoltaGo power bank is designed to deliver fast wireless charging to MagSafe-compatible iPhones, although it i...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Oct 2023 17:35

The iPhone gets a diary app from Apple for the first time in iOS 17.2. (Image: Victor Carvalho / Apple, edited)

Apple iOS 17.2 releases updates for unpacked iPhones and Journal app, watchOS 10.1 reportedly shortens battery life

Apple has released the first beta version of iOS 17.2, confirming that the update will introduce the long-awaited Journal app, expand the functionality of the iPhone 15 Pro's Action button, and allow Apple to roll out iOS updates ...

Hannes Brecher, 27 Oct 2023 23:38

The Apple iPhone gets a number of new features with iOS 17.1. (Image: Apple)

Apple iPhone and iPad get iOS 17.1 along with new features and burn-in improvements for iPhone 15 Pro

Apple has released the first major update for the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro, which is also available for older iPhones as long as they support iOS 17. The patch also introduces AirDrop, new standby options and improvements to th...

Hannes Brecher, 25 Oct 2023 23:31

GRID Autosport offers PC and console quality racing on your phone. (Source: NotebookCheck)

3 console quality Android and iOS games that can rival Steam Deck games

CheckMag Don't have a Steam Deck to hand? Waiting for Apple to release Resident Evil on the iPhone 15 Pro? Here are 3 Android and iOS games that offer PC and console class gaming on your device today. Just make sure you pair it with a dece...

David Devey, 25 Oct 2023 22:50

The iPhone 15 Pro Max's periscope telephoto camera costs Apple significantly more. (Image: Yianni Mathioudakis)

Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max: 43% more expensive titanium frame and 280% more expensive telephoto camera bite into Apple's margin

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max are set to become more expensive, at least according to the latest information from analysts at Nikkei Asia. After Apple's margins on the iPhone 15 and the iPhone 15 Pro slumped due to significa...

Hannes Brecher, 24 Oct 2023 13:51

The iPhone camera may not be exactly as it seems (Image source: Apple - edited)

Apple needs to be more honest about the iPhone camera specification

CheckMag Does measuring features differently to the competition make a product better? Is Apple "Thinking Different" or hoping branding will sell more devices? There certainly seems to be some convenient favouritism shown by Apple in regar...

David Devey, 23 Oct 2023 20:07

The Reink Case C1 packs a small, secondary E ink display onto the back of an iPhone. (Image: Reink Stone)

Apple iPhone 13, iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 Pro get color E ink secondary display via the Reink Case C1

The Reink Case C1 adds a color E ink display onto the back of an Apple iPhone. Both communication and power are supplied via the NFC chip, so the case never needs to be charged and power consumption is minimal.

Hannes Brecher, 22 Oct 2023 00:17

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro can finally save photos to external storage media. (Image: Thai Nguyen)

Apple iPhone 15 Pro can now save photos directly to SD card or SSD thanks to Photon Camera

Those using an iPhone 15 Pro or iPhone 15 Pro Max as a camera phone now finally have the option of saving photos directly to an SD memory card or external SSD instead of the iPhone's internal storage, enabling entirely new workflo...

Hannes Brecher, 21 Oct 2023 01:40

The Apple iPhone 15 costs 16 percent more to produce than the previous model. (Image: iFixit)

BoM analysis of the Apple iPhone 15 (Plus) and iPhone 15 Pro (Max) reveals significantly higher production costs

The Apple iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro have become even slightly cheaper than their predecessors in Europe, mainly due to currency fluctuations. However, a “Bill of Materials” analysis recently revealed that production costs have i...

Hannes Brecher, 18 Oct 2023 23:47

Reports of OLED burn-in on the iPhone 15 Pro series could be image retention instead. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Apple iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max display 'burn-in' could be fixed by iOS 17.1 with a keyboard upgrade also inbound

Supposedly, reports of early iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max units experiencing display burn-in were wide of the mark. According to a new report, Apple will address the outstanding software problem with iOS 17.1, which will al...

Alex Alderson, 18 Oct 2023 19:09

iOS 17.1 should reach stable status before the end of October. (Image source: Apple)

Apple to release iOS 17.1 for iPhones by October 24 with AirDrop, Dynamic Island and Standby improvements

The public release of iOS 17.1 is nearly here, just over a month after Apple introduced the iPhone 15 series. Reportedly, the first major iOS 17 update could be here by early next week at the latest with AirDrop, Dynamic Island an...

Alex Alderson, 16 Oct 2023 17:41

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Apple releases iOS 17.1.2 update for iPhone users

Apple iPhone 15: Production 16% higher than iPhone 14, Pro models reach 71% of production volume

Sales of Samsung Galaxy and Xiaomi smartphones slump in Europe, Apple iPhone stagnates, Honor gains

Apple launches Black Friday sale: The best offers for iPhone, MacBook, Apple Watch and the like

Top 3 iOS features Android users are missing out on

3 smartphones for travelers

Apple iPhone 15 Pro with vapor-chamber mod achieves significantly better performance

Deal | Khadas Mind: Get up to 12.5% off the new modular PC for Black Friday 2023

iPhone 16 Pro updated battery pictured in new leak

iPhone 16 and 16 Plus tipped to fail at upgrading refresh rate to even 90Hz in 2024

Apple will bring RCS messaging to iPhones in 2024

3 unfortunate similarities between Apple and the electric car industry

Apple to address iPhone 16 over-heating concerns with a revamped thermal design, according to report

Top 5 mind-blowing free iOS games in 2023

Apple: Life-saving iPhone function remains free - and is likely to pose a difficult marketing question for Apple

Qi2 to be launched by December, initially as a MagSafe alternative for Apple iPhone 15, later for Android smartphones

Double your phone's battery lifespan: 5 smart tips to make it last longer

Apple iPhone SE 4 visualised in new concept images with modern but familiar design

7 warning signs your iPhone may be tracked

Deal | JSAUX 7-in-1 Docking Station with on-board cable holder goes for US$69 off

Bloomberg: Hardly any new features planned for the iPhone 16, iOS 18 set to be a huge update, app sideloading to start in 2024

iPhone 15 series rejuvenates US smartphone market in latest quarter

If you want a phone with a 5x zoom, make sure you’ve got big hands

Sharge ICEMAG wireless power bank hands-on review: Light up your new iPhone

Apple iPhone SE 4 to feature iPhone 14-style chassis, 48-megapixel camera and action button

iOS 17.1.1 and watchOS 10.1.1: Apple remedies BMW bug on iPhone and battery issues on Apple Watch

Apple iPhone 15 Plus – Forced to be worse

PopSockets launches AI Customizer with cash-prize giveaway

90% Apple iPhone 15 Plus review – The iPhone with an extra-large display and powerful battery

Samsung accuses BOE of stealing OLED trade secrets

iPhone 17 mass production to kick off in India in 2024

Sony XAV-AX8500 debuts as Tilt & Swivel in-car AV receiver with LDAC

Apple iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max to launch with first solid-state Action Button

Apple iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus could feature mute switches and dedicated Action Buttons

Apple M3 chips appears to be a hybrid of the A17 Pro, A16 Bionic designs

Apple's Scary Fast event was shot on iPhone

Sharge Space Elevator launches as a sub-credit card-sized magnetic power bank

Apple to pioneer moulded glass camera lenses starting with iPhone 16 Pro

Deal | Resident Evil Village starts on Apple iPhone 15 Pro at 60% discount with MetalFX upscaling

Volta VoltaGo MagSafe Power Bank hyped as Most Versatile 4-in-1 Magnetic Power Bank to hit Indiegogo yet

Apple iOS 17.2 releases updates for unpacked iPhones and Journal app, watchOS 10.1 reportedly shortens battery life

Apple iPhone and iPad get iOS 17.1 along with new features and burn-in improvements for iPhone 15 Pro

3 console quality Android and iOS games that can rival Steam Deck games

Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max: 43% more expensive titanium frame and 280% more expensive telephoto camera bite into Apple's margin

Apple needs to be more honest about the iPhone camera specification

Apple iPhone 13, iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 Pro get color E ink secondary display via the Reink Case C1

Apple iPhone 15 Pro can now save photos directly to SD card or SSD thanks to Photon Camera

BoM analysis of the Apple iPhone 15 (Plus) and iPhone 15 Pro (Max) reveals significantly higher production costs

Apple iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max display 'burn-in' could be fixed by iOS 17.1 with a keyboard upgrade also inbound

Apple to release iOS 17.1 for iPhones by October 24 with AirDrop, Dynamic Island and Standby improvements

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