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TORRAS' Vision Pro accessories. (Source: TORRAS)

TORRAS Vision Pro accessory line-up previewed with back-up battery and head-strap

TORRAS asserts that its upcoming Apple Vision Pro accessory range is worth holding out for as the best way to keep one's $3,499 headset as mint and fully-functional for as long as possible. The OEM claims to have thought of everyt...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Jan 2024 17:41

The 2024 Lincoln Nautilus infotainment and other systems have dropped QNX for Android. (Image: Ford)

After getting crushed by Apple and Google in smartphones, BlackBerry is in their sights again

Canadian company Blackberry was once the leading smartphone maker in the world. However, within the space of several years, the launch of the iPhone in 2007 and then Android put paid to that. In what must be like a recurring night...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 27 Jan 2024 13:45

The next-generation Apple iPad Pro is expected to have an OLED display. (Image: Apple)

Rumor: iPad Pro OLED gets new Face ID module, Apple cuts production and plans Apple Pencil 3

The next-generation Apple iPad Pro is set to be announced in March and, for the first time since 2018, will feature a brand-new design and fresh accessories. Current rumors now provide further details on the first Apple tablet wit...

Hannes Brecher, 27 Jan 2024 00:01

Apple is going hard to catch up on generative AI. (Image: Dall-E 3)

Apple pushing to catch up on AI suggest acquisitions, job postings

Apple is working hard to catch up to the competition in adding generative AI features to its devices, including its flagship iPhones. The company is busy acquiring start-ups and hiring AI specialists, but the new features aren’t l...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 26 Jan 2024 10:54

Timely iPhone promotions and discounts made Apple secure top position in China (Image source: Apple)

Apple scores top spot in China for the first time ever thanks to timely iPhone discounts

Huawei had great success in China after launching the Mate 60 devices. The smartphones even outsold the Apple iPhone 15 lineup, with sales for the Mate 60 series reaching 1.6 million units within six weeks of launch. But thanks to...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 26 Jan 2024 10:45

Apple will charge developers to distribute apps on third-party app stores in the EU. (Image source: Apple / Unsplash - edited)

Apple begrudgingly allows app sideloading, third-party app stores — bemoans security risks in official announcement as tech giant bows to EU regulations

Apple is not happy about it, but the company now allows EU users to sideload apps onto its iPhones. Apple announced changes to how it handles apps on iOS in order to align with the European Union's Digital Markets Act. It also ann...

Julian van der Merwe, 26 Jan 2024 00:24

Hearts of Iron IV: Trial of Allegiance coming in March (Source: Paradox Forum)

Hearts of Iron IV: Trial of Allegiance coming in early March

Released worldwide in early June 2016, Hearts of Iron IV received yearly DLCs since then. After last year's Arms Against Tyranny expansion, this grand strategy wargame will receive a country pack, namely Trial of Allegiance, which...

Codrut Nistor, 25 Jan 2024 23:34

Samsung is working on two important health features for its Galaxy wearables, such as the newly announced Galaxy Ring. (Image: Oura)

Galaxy Ring, Galaxy Watch, Galaxy Buds: Samsung competing against Apple for non-invasive blood sugar measurement and blood pressure monitor

In an interview with the head of Samsung's Mobile Digital Health division, a neck-and-neck race with Apple for supremacy in two important areas of health over the next few years is on the cards: Both the non-painful measurement of...

Alexander Fagot, 25 Jan 2024 00:35

Apple may still make money on sideloaded apps. (Image via Apple and Getty Images, w/ edits)

Apple may charge fees and review apps installed via sideloading

According to The Wall Street Journal, Apple is planning to institute policies that will charge fees related to apps installed on an iPhone outside the App Store. These new policies would only apply in Europe, per the Journal, in r...

Sam Medley, 24 Jan 2024 16:44

Death Stranding will soon be available on Apple devices. (Image: Kojima Productions)

Death Stranding Director's Cut to launch soon at a low price for iPhone, iPad and Mac

Death Stranding is finally being released on the Apple iPhone, iPad and Mac, in the extended Director's Cut and at a reduced price. The game will take full advantage of the capabilities of Apple's ARM chips and support both Metal ...

Hannes Brecher, 24 Jan 2024 15:44

The iPhone 15 Pro Max features Apple's most advanced camera system to date. (Source: Apple)

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max to feature an advanced customised main camera sensor from Sony, claims reliable tipster

A known tipster with a reliable track record on Weibo has claimed that the upcoming iPhone 16 Pro Max will feature a much larger 1/1.14 inch primary camera sensor from Sony, along with several other advancements, positioning the i...

Sambit Saha, 24 Jan 2024 15:36

An AI generated impression of an Apple Car with an off-board battery system. (Image: Dall-E 3)

The Apple Car is still a thing, new 2028 launch target set

Apple’s seemingly on-again off-again Apple Car project is still happening with the company now said to be targeting a 2028 launch window.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 24 Jan 2024 03:46

5 must-knows before pre-ordering Apple Vision Pro (Source: Apple)

Pre-ordering Apple Vision Pro? 5 things you should know beforehand

CheckMag The Apple Vision Pro, priced at a substantial $3,499, represents one of the most significant tech releases of the year. If you're thinking about making a purchase, it's crucial to have a solid grasp of what to expect from this hea...

Triet Le, 23 Jan 2024 14:02

Apple introduces only minor innovations with macOS 14.3. (Image: Apple)

Apple rolls out macOS Sonoma 14.3, watchOS 10.3 and tvOS 17.3

Along with iOS 17.3 for the iPhone, Apple has also released updates for the Mac, Apple Watch and Apple TV, introducing a range of new features and a highly customizable watch face.

Hannes Brecher, 22 Jan 2024 23:35

Pokemon Go seems as popular now as it did when it launched in 2016 (Source: PokemonGoLive)

Please! When will Pokemon Go die?

CheckMag A franchise whose opening marketing statement was “Gotta Catch Em All”, yet introduces new Pokemon characters every 3 years. How feasible is it to actually collect every single one? A game that spawned zombies on street corners fr...

David Devey, 21 Jan 2024 21:27

Galaxy S24 Ultra takes the lead in latest storage benchmark (Image source: Samsung)

Galaxy S24 Ultra outperforms iPhone 15 Pro Max in storage benchmark with up to 75% better performance

The recently unveiled Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra brings premium specs to the table. With that, it stands as a device capable of delivering fast performance, even better than the iPhone 15 Pro Max in some aspects. For example, as Jaz...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 Jan 2024 18:55

The iPad Air 12.9(?). (Source: 91Mobiles)

iPad Air 12.9 render hints at design overhaul for Apple's alleged super-sized entry-level tablet

The iPad Air is projected to upgrade to Pro-grade screen real estate in its next generation: a rumor possibly upheld in its latest alleged render. The new schematic purports to blend a premium tablet footprint with slightly more b...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Jan 2024 17:32

Apple Vision Pro failed to sell out on launch day

Despite expectations, Apple has failed to sell out of its Vision Pro on launch day. This is despite estimates of day 1 availability being limited to between 60,000 and 80,000 units.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 21 Jan 2024 07:26

Indian smartphone market analysis chart Q1 2021 to Q4 2023 (Source: Canalys)

Samsung beats Xiaomi in India

While it left Samsung behind in 2022, Xiaomi lost the Indian smartphone market crown to its South Korean rival last year. According to Canalys, Samsung shipped 7.6 million smartphones in India during last quarter of 2023 while Xia...

Codrut Nistor, 20 Jan 2024 19:55

The Vision Pro ships with an optional double loop headstrap to help support its weight. (Image: Apple)

Apple Vision Pro weight has been revealed and is almost as heavy as a 12.9-inch iPad Pro

With the Vision Pro going official on Apple’s website, a number of previously undisclosed details have now become public, including its weight. The headset has now been revealed to weigh about as much as a 12.9-inch iPad Pro.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 20 Jan 2024 12:23

Apple Vision Pro only comes with 15 spatially optimized apps pre-installed. (Image: Apple)

Apple Vision Pro will launch with only 15 stock apps optimized for spatial computing

With the official launch of the Apple Vision Pro underway, Apple has revealed the apps that will come pre-installed on the device. Early adopters may be surprised to learn that only 15 of Apple’s stock apps have been optimized for...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 20 Jan 2024 09:48

Apple Vision Pro always has 16 GB RAM, regardless of the version purchased. (Image: Apple)

Apple Vision Pro has a 6.5 MP 3D camera, 16 GB RAM and the fastest Apple M2, virtual monitors are only 1,080p

At the start of sales in the USA, Apple finally confirmed the full specifications of the Vision Pro. The iPhone manufacturer still had a few surprises in store, such as the option for memory upgrades or the details of the built-in...

Hannes Brecher, 19 Jan 2024 15:13

Apple and its Macs saw the biggest sales decline in 2023, according to IDC experts.

PC market: Q4 2023 the weakest quarter since 2006, Apple incurs massive losses

Sales of desktops, workstations and notebooks in the Christmas quarter of 2023 fell to an all-time low. Around 67 million PCs were shipped worldwide in the fourth quarter of 2023.

Ronald Matta, 18 Jan 2024 23:34

The iPhone is the new king. (Image via Apple and Wikipedia, w/ edits)

Apple dethrones Samsung to claim global smartphone sales crown

Apple is now the most-sold smartphone brand globally, taking the top spot from Samsung. The place swap is largely due to a drop in sales for Samsung coupled with a growth in sales for Apple last year.

Sam Medley, 18 Jan 2024 21:08

Apple is rumoured to be planning various significant camera upgrades with the iPhone 15 Pro's successor. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Apple iPhone 16 Pro rumoured to feature almost 1-inch camera but cheaper QLC NAND flash storage

Fresh details about the state of the iPhone 16 Pro's camera hardware has emerged online. While the iPhone 15 Pro successors is now expected to arrive with an improved 48 MP primary camera, it could also be delivered with cheaper Q...

Alex Alderson, 18 Jan 2024 18:44

The Apple iPhone will receive a major update in just a few days. (Image: Apple)

Apple iPhone to receive new features and better theft protection with iOS 17.3

Apple has just officially confirmed that iOS 17.3 will be released in a few days, meaning that users of compatible iPhones can look forward to a range of new features. First and foremost, improved theft protection will help preven...

Hannes Brecher, 17 Jan 2024 22:08

Apple Vision Pro is said to be quite heavy to the point that even pain and headaches have been reported. (Source: Apple)

Apple Vision Pro launch pre-view testers complain about weight, comfort, even headaches

Reporters given pre-launch access to the new Apple Vision Pro have reported concerns with its weight and comfort, with at least two writers reporting notable discomfort using it. While there are undoubtedly positive experiences to...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 17 Jan 2024 07:25

Rumor: Apple iPad Pro with the brightest LTPO OLED display of all tablets goes into production

The next-generation Apple iPad Pro is set to feature an OLED display for the first time in the history of the iPad, which is expected to surpass all OLED panels on the tablet market by far, as it is the world's first "stacked" LTP...

Hannes Brecher, 17 Jan 2024 00:43

The newest Watches may not be able to show this screen soon. (Source: Apple)

Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 face SpO2 sensor loss in US patent dispute

Apple's latest Watches are thought to be on the brink of losing a common wearable feature over its maker's ongoing legal battle with another company. The 2023 devices might have their blood oxygen (SpO2) measurement feature disabl...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Jan 2024 17:59

The iPhone 15 features the Dynamic Island which debuted on the iPhone 14 Pro/Pro Max.

Apple iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus rumored to get iPhone 15 Pro-level RAM and better Wi-Fi

Apple may finally be ready to bring next year’s base iPhone 16 smartphones on par with the Pro models when it comes to RAM capacity. The report which comes to us courtesy of MacRumors claims that the iPhone 16 and the iPhone 16 Pl...

Fawad Murtaza, 16 Jan 2024 08:44

Asahi Linux is a distribution specially tailored to Apple devices with M1/2 chips (Image: Asahi Linux).

Asahi Linux improves battery life and graphics features on Apple Silicon Macs

Since the release of Asahi Remix 39 in December, the development team has made progress in running Linux on Apple Silicon hardware. There are updates for HDMI support, battery life, graphics functions and much more.

Alexander Pensler, 15 Jan 2024 12:00

Apple removes references to Open Sky Environment feature from Vision Pro's introductory video and the official web page (Image source: Apple)

Apple silently removes Open Sky Environment feature from Vision Pro introductory video and website

The Apple Vision Pro is set to debut on February 2. Weeks before the official launch, the Cupertino giant silently cut a portion of the mixed reality headset's introductory video that showcased the Open Sky Environment feature. Ap...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 14 Jan 2024 18:28

Belkin launches two wireless chargers with Qi2 support (Image source: Belkin)

CES 2024 | Belkin Qi2 wireless chargers debut with up to 15W wireless charging for Apple iPhones

Belkin has updated its wireless charger lineup by introducing two Belkin Qi2 wireless chargers at CES 2024. These can charge Apple iPhones at 15 watts and should also be compatible with future Android phones that come with the new...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 13 Jan 2024 07:31

The Apple Vision Pro: Just don't call it an AR or VR headset. (Source: Apple)

Apple Vision Pro: The wrong product, at the wrong time, and at the wrong price?

The launch of the Apple Vision Pro is imminent and Apple’s hype machine is getting into full swing. Unlike many previous Apple product launches, the Vision Pro is no “sure thing” as it enters a segment that, despite potential, has...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 13 Jan 2024 04:10

Zagg is reviving the Mophie Juice Pack. (Image: Zagg)

Apple iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro get up to 79% larger battery with the Mophie Juice Pack

Zagg is reintroducing the Mophie Juice Pack, promising significantly longer battery life for the Apple iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro. For this, Zagg has simply packed a power bank into a protective iPhone case.

Hannes Brecher, 10 Jan 2024 22:15

Belkin auto-tracking Stand Pro for iPhone is the world's first DockKit accessory. (Image Source: Belkin)

CES 2024 | Belkin Stand Pro is world's first MagSafe charger to leverage Apple's DockKit framework and can be your personal automated cameraman

At CES 2024, Belkin has introduced the world's first DockKit accessory. DockKit is an Apple framework for iOS devices that enables motorized tracking of the subject using the iPhone's camera. The Belkin Stand Pro offers MagSafe ch...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 10 Jan 2024 19:33

Vision Pro has a second display on the outside to indicate 'Transparency Mode'. (Image: Apple)

Vision Pro: Apple confirms details on prices and battery life, headset only offers 256 GB storage

Apple's first virtual reality headset will be shipping soon, at least in the US. Apple has now confirmed details of the launch, including the storage and headband variants, the prices for dioptric correction lenses and the feature...

Hannes Brecher, 08 Jan 2024 23:33

WhatsApp beta to bring a new app theme color customization feature (Image source: WhatsApp [Edited])

Latest WhatsApp iOS beta allows changing app theme color

WhatsApp is working on a new feature that will enable the user to choose the main color of the app from a range of options. As spotted by WABetaInfo, the feature is still under development and is not yet available for testers. It ...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 07 Jan 2024 08:13

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro supposedly conceals the sensors for Face ID under the OLED panel. (Image: AppleTrack / ConceptCentral)

Apple iPhone 16 Pro: Render images show radically scaled-down Dynamic Island, analyst describes camera upgrades

With the iPhone 16 Pro, Apple has been able reduce the Dynamic Island to the necessary minimum, thereby increasing the available display area on the one hand and creating more space for dynamic content on the other. An analyst pro...

Hannes Brecher, 04 Jan 2024 23:49

Deal | Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) back to lowest price ever on Amazon

With a 24% discount, these earbuds offer active noise cancellation, transparent mode, adaptive EQ, spatial audio with dynamic head tracking, and up to 4.5 hours of listening time.

Robert Gelo, 04 Jan 2024 08:37

iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max to launch taller, wider and heavier than previous generation

The iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max launched as markedly light Apple mobile flagships thanks to their new titanium-infused construction. However, their 16-series successors are now tipped to backslide in these terms in 2024, thanks to a...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Jan 2024 18:05

Caviar is upgrading Apple's FineWoven protective covers with the help of leather. (Image: Caviar)

Apple's unpopular FineWoven protective cases for the iPhone 15 Pro get a luxury makeover in Hermès leather

Apple has largely moved away from leather accessories over the past year, instead offering iPhone cases made from 'FineWoven'- a fine mesh that hasn't proven to be particularly robust. Caviar is now upgrading the original protecti...

Hannes Brecher, 01 Jan 2024 22:48

Microsoft makes Copilot available for iOS and iPadOS (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft Copilot app becomes available for iPhone and iPad

Microsoft introduced its Copilot app for Android at the beginning of last month. At the core, it gave Android users free access to DALL-E 3 and GPT-4. It’s now finally available for iPhone and iPad users. Both versions are current...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 01 Jan 2024 13:04

Operation Triangulation is Kaspersky's ongoing investigation of the iOS attack (Image Source: Bing AI)

Most sophisticated iPhone malware attack ever seen detailed in Kaspersky's 'Operation Triangulation' report

Researchers at cybersecurity firm Kaspersky have revealed details of the “most sophisticated” iOS attack they have ever seen, as part of the ongoing investigation called Project Triangulation. The attack originates from a message ...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 31 Dec 2023 20:41

macOS Sonoma introduced a new Game Mode feature to optimize the gaming experience on Macs. (Source: Apple)

Apple continues to talk up gaming on Macs, iPhones and iPads in new interview

Apple is continuing to promote its Mac, iPhone and iPad platforms as viable gaming alternatives to both devs and AAA gamers. In a new interview, the company has highlighted what it has done to lay the groundwork to make Apple devi...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 30 Dec 2023 04:25

The MacBook Pro 16 (2023) has a 99.6 Wh battery.

Deal | Incredible Apple MacBook Pro 16 (2023) with M3 Pro chip and 36 GB memory achieves record low price at Amazon

The 2023 Apple MacBook Pro 16 with the M3 Pro chip is currently going for 10% off the list price at Amazon. Thanks to its solid build quality, beautiful display, excellent inputs, fast performance, and unrivaled battery life, the ...

Fawad Murtaza, 29 Dec 2023 13:46

Apple AI researcher, Zhe Gan, revealed Apple's Ferret Large Language Model (LLM) in October. (Source: X/Twitter)

Apple's first public LLM is called Ferret, powered by 8 Nivida A100 GPUs

Apple is getting serious about generative AI, releasing its first Multimodel Large Language Model dubbed Ferret. The new AI model has been published under an open source license and was trained using 8 Nvidia A100 GPUs.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 29 Dec 2023 13:15

Apple Vision Pro 2 anticipated to arrive in 2027 with an improved display (Source: Apple)

Apple's Vision Pro 2 rumoured to launch with a major display upgrade in 2027

The 2027 Apple Vision Pro headset is expected to introduce cutting-edge RGB OLEDoS displays for enhanced brightness and color reproduction, according to Omdia, revolutionizing augmented and virtual reality experiences. Analysts, i...

Sambit Saha, 29 Dec 2023 13:05

The Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2's pulse oximetry tech is the subject of a recent lawsuit (Image Source: Apple)

Apple Watch sales resume after US Appeals Court pauses ban

The recently imposed ban on sale/import of the Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 has been temporarily lifted by a US Court of Appeals order. While online sale has resumed today, all Apple Stores will have them in stock by December ...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 28 Dec 2023 19:29