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The Motorola Moto Tag cannot yet compete with the reliability of the Apple AirTag. (Image source: Motorola)

Google: Poorer performance of 'Find My Device' compared to Apple AirTag is due to privacy protection

Apple AirTags can currently be tracked much more reliably than Google's 'Find my Device' tracker. The Android developer has now officially confirmed that this is not just a question of time, but is also due to Google's privacy con...

Hannes Brecher, 11 Jul 2024 06:14

The Sandmarc Retro Filter is designed to give the iPhone camera a retro look. (Image source: Sandmarc)

iPhones and Android smartphones can be turned into vintage cameras with the Sandmarc Retro Filter

The brand new Sandmarc Retro Filter is designed to give the Apple iPhone camera a retro look without any software customization, allowing the filter to be used with all apps and for both photos and videos.

Hannes Brecher, 11 Jul 2024 05:51

DTP (Data Transfer Project) ensures secure and reliable transfers between iCloud and Google Photos (Source: Data Transfer Initiative)

Apple and Google are launching a tool to facilitate migration between iCloud and Google Photos

Apple and Google are allowing users to directly move photo libraries between Google Photos and iCloud Photos. This rollout utilizes the Data Transfer Project (DTP), an open-source initiative that simplifies data migration across o...

Anubhav Sharma, 11 Jul 2024 01:30

Amazon gives AirPods Pro 2nd gen. earbuds its biggest discount ever just before Prime sales days. (Image source: Apple)

Deal | Amazon gives Apple AirPods Pro 2nd generation earbuds biggest discount ever as Prime sales days approach

Amazon has given the Apple AirPods Pro 2nd generation earbuds its biggest discount ever as Prime sales days approach. The AirPods Pro get a huge $80 discount off MSRP, resulting in the lowest price ever seen on Amazon of $169.

David Chien, 10 Jul 2024 03:03

TSMC to kick off trial production of Apple's next-gen 2nm chipset next week

Apple's partner, TSMC, plans to initiate test production of 2nm chips next week. There will be a trial run done at TSMC's Baoshan plant in northern Taiwan. Apple will then fully shift to the 2nm process for its custom silicon in 2...

Aditya Rasik, 09 Jul 2024 18:25

Google's 'Find My Device' network cannot yet quite keep up with Apple's 'Find My' network. (Image source: Pebblebee / Apple)

Apple AirTag competes against Google's 'Find My Device' tracker

A few weeks ago, Google finally launched a real alternative to Apple AirTag, as its 'Find My Device' network theoretically works in a similar way to Apple's 'Find My' network, but based on Android smartphones instead of iPhones. A...

Hannes Brecher, 09 Jul 2024 14:07

Beats Pill in red finish (Image source: Apple)

Beats Pill delivers underwhelming results in first reviews

Promising an impressive 24-hour autonomy when playing music at 50% volume, the Beats Pill fails to fulfill expectations when aiming for a louder experience. Unsurprisingly, its overall bass response is very good, but more pretenti...

Codrut Nistor, 09 Jul 2024 11:37

Apple's 3rd Generation AirPods are currently on sale for their lowest ever at Amazon. (Image: Apple via Amazon)

Deal | Apple AirPods 2nd and 3rd Generation on sale for lowest prices ever on Amazon

Two generations of Apple's AirPods are currently on sale at Amazon, matching their lowest prices recorded on the retailer. Customers can snag either gen at a 38% or 23% discount, respectively.

Sam Medley, 08 Jul 2024 20:33

The new Siri will be able to execute multi-step commands (Image source: Apple)

Apple Intelligence-powered Siri won't be available until 2025

Apple will now likely wait until Q2 2025 to officially integrate Apple Intelligence with Siri on users' devices, as per a Bloomberg report. This upgrade will be pushed out with iOS 18.4 next year, with another update coming earlie...

Anubhav Sharma, 08 Jul 2024 14:32

The current Apple Watch SE has an aluminum casing. (Image source: Apple)

Future Apple Watch SE model might drop aluminum casing for plastic

The Apple Watch SE is the cheapest model in Apple's line of smartwatches, but a change in the casing's material may bring the price even lower. On the other hand, the switch to a cheaper material may reduce durability.

Habeeb Onawole, 07 Jul 2024 20:48

Apple Watch Series 10 (or X) to miss out on AI on launch

Apple is slated to celebrate the tenth anniversary of its flagship wearable in 2024. Nevertheless, the wearables are unlikely to evolve into truly smart Watches on that date, according to a new leak. Then again, they may indeed be...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Jul 2024 17:47

ChatGPT on Mac has issues. (Source: OpenAI)

OpenAI app for macOS updates in response to non-encrypted chats fiasco

If you are using the ChatGPT app on a Mac, you are advised to make sure it is up to date without delay. Evidence that previous versions have been saving your chats in a potentially vulnerable form on your device and, thereby, do n...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Jul 2024 17:14

Epic Games Store notarization submission rejected again (Source: Joshua Hoehne, Unsplash)

Apple rejects Epic Games Store notarization submission for the second time

Epic Games, the company behind Fortnite, hits a bump again on its road to releasing the Epic Games Store in the EU. Recently, Epic Games submitted its Store and Fortnite to Apple for their required notarization process. But, Apple...

Aditya Rasik, 05 Jul 2024 19:08

2021 Apple MacBook Pro 14 with 10-core Apple M1 and 16-core GPU down to $1,699.99 on Woot (Image source: Apple)

Deal | Mid-tier 2021 Apple MacBook Pro 14 sees nearly a $800 discount

The 2021 Apple MacBook Pro 14 with 10-core Apple M1 Pro, 16-core GPU, 1 TB storage, and 16 GB RAM is enjoying a massive discount on Amazon-owned Woot. This deal has brought the laptop down to $1,699.99 from the regular $2,499. But...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 03 Jul 2024 19:40

Apple's new iPhone 16 models could all run the same chip (image via Apple)

All iPhone 16 models rumoured to launch with Apple A18 SoC

A dataminer has found internal codenames for Apple's upcoming iPhone 16 models. It suggests Apple could use the an A18 chip across all SKUs.

Anil Ganti, 03 Jul 2024 11:04

The iPhone 16 Pro lineup will reportedly feature larger displays, slimmer bezels, improved ultra wide cameras. (Image Source: Notebookcheck)

iPhone 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max will feature advanced OLED displays with higher brightness and longer lifespans

A couple of months ago, we covered a leak which claimed that the upcoming flagship smartphone from Apple will sport a display that is 20% brighter than its predecessor. Now, a more recent leak has seemingly corroborated this, by s...

Sambit Saha, 02 Jul 2024 18:30

Opera GX improved image generation (Image Source: Opera News)

Opera GX receives major AI improvements in text, audio, and image generation

Opera GX has received solid improvements to its AI capabilities. The features that are now much better than before involve image generation, voice output, and image recognition. In addition to these, Aria now also provides links t...

Codrut Nistor, 02 Jul 2024 17:02

Next-gen Apple products (Generated using DALL·E 3)

Apple has reportedly begun iOS 19, macOS 16, watchOS 12, and visionOS 3 development

While their accurate release dates remain unknown, the names are already in the wild, although they have not been confirmed by Apple yet. According to the rumors, iOS 19 goes by as "Luck," macOS 16 is nicknamed "Cheer," watchOS ...

Codrut Nistor, 01 Jul 2024 21:48

It has grown: With 128 GB, the smallest version (from $799) of the Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) offers twice as much storage than its predecessor.

Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) tested - The XXL tablet has grown to iPad Pro size

The Apple iPad Air 13 (2024) is a unique product, since it is the first time that Apple introduces a 13-inch tablet to the market that doesn't belong to the Pro series. With the Apple M2 inside, it leaves any Android tablet far be...

Manuel Masiero, 01 Jul 2024 21:30

Assassin's Creed Mirage and Resident Evil 4/Village require an A17 Pro or higher to run on Apple systems. (Image source: Apple)

Disappointing AAA game sales on iPhones and iPads reported as Assassin’s Creed Mirage and Resident Evil fail to attract fans

AAA games like Assassin’s Creed Mirage and Resident Evil 4/Village have struggled to gain a strong foothold in the iOS market as a recent report has claimed that the titles have not sold well. For instance, users have apparently b...

Fawad Murtaza, 01 Jul 2024 19:24

Apple's existing MacBook Pro designs are expected to remain for this year's M4 refresh. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Apple MacBook Air and MacBook Pro M4, M4 Pro and M4 Max refreshes rumoured to launch with new AI features locked to monthly paid subscription but no design changes

According to reports, Apple will soon upgrade its MacBook Pro machines to its Apple M4, M4 Pro and M4 Max chipsets. While an equivalent Macbook Air refresh is due early next year, all Mac refreshes are reputed to retain their pred...

Alex Alderson, 01 Jul 2024 15:09

Apple Intelligence is coming to the Vision Pro headset (Source: Apple)

Apple Intelligence is coming to Vision Pro as HomePods get left out in the cold

Apple is planning to bring Apple Intelligence to its Vision Pro headset. The advanced AI will deliver notification summaries, writing assistance, and an enhanced version of Siri. HomePod and HomePod mini will reportedly never get ...

Aditya Rasik, 01 Jul 2024 12:44

A 2024 iPhone battery? (Source: Kosutami via X/Twitter)

EU regulations to make iPhone battery pull-tabs extinct by 2025

A new report purports to contradict earlier rumors surrounding a certain change in how Apple intends to put the iPhone 16 Pro Max together. The Cupertino giant is now projected to do so to keep ahead of certain changes in legislat...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Jun 2024 16:32

Apple Vision Pro arrives in China, Hong Kong, Japan, and Singapore

Apple's spatial computing headset, the Vision Pro, has only been available in the US since its launch in February. Months later, it's finally coming to other key markets such as China, Hong Kong, Japan, and Singapore in a move all...

Aditya Rasik, 28 Jun 2024 16:26

This concept image of the Watch Series 10 may have overstated Apple's smartwatch design changes. (Image source: AppleTrack)

Apple Watch Series 10: Leaked CAD images reveal larger display than Apple Watch Ultra but minimal design changes

Leaked CAD images have provided a first look at the larger Apple Watch Series 10, which has long been rumoured to arrive as alternatively aa the Watch Series X. While talk of a design overhaul may be wide of the mark, the Watch Se...

Alex Alderson, 27 Jun 2024 11:02

macOS Sequoia brings 2020's iPhone headphone feature to Mac

macOS Sequoia introduces the Headphone Accommodations feature known from iPhone and iPad to Mac. Mac users can now personalize the sound of their AirPods and Beats headphones by optimizing for specific scenarios, adjusting amplifi...

Triet Le, 27 Jun 2024 07:17

SKB Cases releases iSeries Apple Vision Pro Case to protect expensive Apple Vision Pro headsets from damage and theft. (Source: SKB Cases)

SKB Cases launches iSeries Apple Vision Pro Case to provide protection against impact, water, dust, and theft

SKB Cases has launched the iSeries Apple Vision Pro Case to provide protection against impact, water, dust, and theft. Apple Vision Pro headsets have a cracked cover glass repair cost of $799, so the $224.99 SKB case provides affo...

David Chien, 26 Jun 2024 21:08

ChatGPT now has a native Mac app allowing you to access GPT4 with a simple keyboard shortcut (Source: Notebookcheck)

ChatGPT is now available for macOS with the release of a dedicated app

If going to ChatGPT's website is too much trouble, you can now download the dedicated ChatGPT app for Mac. This ends the need for a subscription and marks the first time a dedicated ChatGPT app has come to personal computers, with...

David Devey, 26 Jun 2024 15:41

RCS messaging arrives for iOS 18 beta 2 users (Source: Mariia Shalabaieva on Unsplash)

US carriers enable RCS for iPhone users on iOS 18 beta 2

US carriers just began flipping the Rich Communication Services switch for iPhone users running iOS 18 beta 2. This is a real game changer that will finally do away with those messaging limitations between iOS and Android that pho...

Aditya Rasik, 26 Jun 2024 11:00

The Atomos Ninja Phone accessory for iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max enables the phone to capture and live stream external video inputs over HDMI. (Source: Atomos)

Atomos unveils Ninja Phone HDMI input accessory for iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max enabling capture and live streaming of external video sources

Atomos has unveiled the Ninja Phone HDMI input accessory for the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max. The device encodes input videos up to 1080 60P with ProRes, H.265, or H.264 codecs for storage or live streaming over cellular and Wi-Fi c...

David Chien, 25 Jun 2024 05:55

Apple rejects AI partnership with Meta over privacy issues

Apple declined an AI partnership with Meta due to privacy concerns. Instead, Apple chose to integrate OpenAI's ChatGPT into iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia and is negotiating with Google to include Gemini AI.

Triet Le, 25 Jun 2024 05:02

The MacBook Pro is expected to sport the M4 chip starting towards the end of this or early next year. (Source: DALL-E)

MacBook Pro, iMac to get the M4 upgrade later this year followed by MacBook Air in spring of 2025, claims reliable tipster

Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has stated the expected launch timeline for Apple's M4-powered Macs yet again through his PowerOn newsletter. In its latest edition, he mostly reiterates what he had previously mentioned, with Apple's iMac ...

Sambit Saha, 24 Jun 2024 19:27

ESR teases its first-gen wallet. (Source: ESR)

ESR previews first Apple Find My-enabled Geo Wallet that is not for an iPhone

ESR has announced that the latest addition to its Geo Wallet series will be the first to be an actual wallet and not something for the back of a MagSafe-compatible mobile device. Nevertheless, it is touted to work with Apple's Fin...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Jun 2024 18:40

The macOS Sequoia developer beta is not playing nice with some MacBook SSDs (image via Apple)

Spotlight bug reportedly responsible for macOS Sequoia SSD woes

Multiple users have reported uncannily high hard disk activity after installing the macOS Sequoia developer beta. Its root cause has been found to be Spotlight, the system-wide search function on macOS.

Anil Ganti, 24 Jun 2024 13:04

Gurman says that 8 GB RAM requirement is why Apple Intelligence isn't coming to phones other than the iPhone 15 Pro models (image source: Apple [edited])

Insufficient RAM reportedly blocks iPhone 15 and 15 Plus from Apple Intelligence

According to Mark Gurman, a trusted source for Apple-related news, it isn't the chipset that's making the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus not get Apple Intelligence. Instead, they are reportedly not getting the AI tricks because of h...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 24 Jun 2024 08:13

Apple Watch Ultra 2 down to $719 on Amazon (image source: Apple)

Deal | Limited-time deal brings Apple Watch Ultra 2 to its new all-time low

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is currently available on Amazon for $719, which is a steep $80 discount from the regular price of the smartwatch. This also happens to be the new all-time low price for the wearable, and the deal applies t...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 23 Jun 2024 19:06

An existing Motorola smart tag. (Source: Motorola)

Motorola spotted gearing up to tackle Apple AirTag with own new Moto Tag

A new leak has outed Motorola as one of the next players in the emerging smart tag market in advance. The upcoming Moto Tag has some of the cutting-edge specs found in the Apple AirTag or Samsung Galaxy SmartTag 2, with batteries ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Jun 2024 13:25

Apple could be the first company to be fined under the Digital Markets Act. (Image: Alex Kalinin)

Apple faces fine in the billions: EU investigates alleged violations of Digital Markets Act

The European Commission is accusing Apple of having violated the rules of the Digital Markets Act, which could potentially result in a fine of over EUR 30 billion for the iPhone manufacturer.

Hannes Brecher, 22 Jun 2024 05:35

Some of Apple's most highly anticipated features might not launch in the EU (image via Apple)

Apple Intelligence will not launch in EU later this year

A report from Bloomberg says Apple Intelligence, iPhone Mirroring and SharePlay Screen Sharing won't be available in the EU. Slated to launch later this year, these features will supposedly run afoul of EU's Digital Markets Act (D...

Anil Ganti, 22 Jun 2024 04:36

MacBook Pros will get the iPad Pro's tandem OLED display tech as early as 2026, allowig for thinner designs. (Source: Notebookcheck)

OLED displays will allow for thinner MacBook Pros, claims reliable analyst

Recently, Mark Gurman claimed that Apple's recently launched iPad Pro marked the company's return to pursuing slimmer aesthetics, with iPhones and MacBooks next in line. Thanks to Apple Silicon's efficiency, the company can now ac...

Sambit Saha, 20 Jun 2024 16:16

War Thunder 2.37 "Seek & Destroy" now available (Source: War Thunder)

War Thunder 2.37 "Seek & Destroy" available with new top tier jets, maps, lighter vehicles, and more

Unleashed earlier today, War Thunder 2.37 "Seek & Destroy" brings new airplanes, ships, and ground vehicles into the game, as usual. Helicopters get reworked cockpits, the old maps get a few retouches, not to mention the introduct...

Codrut Nistor, 19 Jun 2024 19:06

The next Apple Vision product may drop various features, to reach a much lower price tag (Image source: Igor Omilaev)

Apple Vision Pro 2: New rumours reveal current release plans for Apple's next VR headset

Apple is preparing to release the Vision Pro in more markets this summer. In the meantimme, a source has offered new insights into the development of next-generation models, including that Apple has stopped working on a so-called ...

Alex Alderson, 19 Jun 2024 18:11

The Watch X or Watch Series 10 is expected to showcase a new design for Apple's non-Ultra smartwatches. (Image source: AppleTrack)

Apple Watch X: Apple analyst shares new information about thinner and larger design with 3D printed components

According to a typically reliable Apple analyst, the Watch X or Watch Series 10 could be the first in Apple's smartwatch lineup to feature 3D-printed components. Not only will the Watch Series 9 successor be cheaper to make, but i...

Alex Alderson, 19 Jun 2024 13:26

iOS 18 will likely reach stable status in September 2024. (Image source: Apple)

Apple shown to have delivered dramatic AI performance upgrades to iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max with iOS 18

Apple is still a few months away from releasing stable iOS 18 updates. Nonetheless, even the first iOS 18 beta showcases the extent of NPU performance improvements for the A17 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, which Apple ...

Alex Alderson, 18 Jun 2024 15:01

WoW The War Within beta test now live as legacy raids will return in a single-playermode (Source: Blizzard)

World of Warcraft legacy raids to return in a single-player mode

While the development team is focusing on The War Within expansion, which is set to arrive in August, a so-called "story mode" is also being planned. This single-player mode will open up legacy raids that many current players miss...

Codrut Nistor, 17 Jun 2024 12:55

The recently launched OLED iPad Pro is just 5.1 mm thin. (Source: Apple)

Apple's iPhone 17 will be significantly thinner, with MacBooks and Watches following suit

Apple was once known to prioritise thinness over anything else. In more recent years, the company has shifted its focus from aesthetics alone to better functionality and battery life. Starting with the latest iPad Pro, however, th...

Sambit Saha, 16 Jun 2024 22:36

Amazon has discounted the Beats Studio Pro wireless headphones close to their historically lowest price. (Image via Beats on Amazon)

Deal | Amazon slashes price of Beats Studio Pro wireless headphones by 49%

The Beats Studio Pro wireless headphones are on sale at Amazon. The Beats Studio Pro support active noise-cancelling and spatial audio. Amazon has discounted the headphones by 49%, dropping the price close to its lowest ever.

Sam Medley, 15 Jun 2024 23:40

The Apple Watch Series 9 has dropped to its lowest price ever on Amazon. (Image via Apple on Amazon)

Deal | Apple Watch Series 9 discounted 25% to lowest price on Amazon

The Apple Watch Series 9 has been discounted by up to 25% on Amazon. This drops the popular smartwatch to match its lowest historic price.

Sam Medley, 15 Jun 2024 23:10

Apple's last-gen iPad Pro has received a substantial price cut (image via Notebookcheck)

Deal | 12.9-inch iPad Pro with Apple M2, 512 GB storage and cellular connectivity gets massive $500 discount on Best Buy

Apple's last-gen flagship tablet, the 12.9-inch iPad Pro, is heavily discounted at Best Buy. You can now buy the 5G-enabled 512 GB variant of the tablet for just $1,099.

Anil Ganti, 15 Jun 2024 22:10