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People have been complaining about the iPhone's '80 Hz' phenomenon before iOS 18. (Image source: @UniverseIce)

Evidence disputes wild claims of iOS 18 downgrading iPhones to an 80 Hz refresh rate

Recently, a well-established leaker sparked speculation that iOS 18 was 'essentially downgrading' the display on some iPhones by 'limiting' them to an 80 Hz refresh rate. Somehow, this surface-level analysis has gained traction, d...

Alex Alderson, 25 Sep 2024 19:28

Google Photos video editing - AI presets now available (Image source: Google Photos Community)

Google Photos gets AI-powered presets and new editing tools

Thanks to the latest update to the video editor integrated by Google in the Photos app on both Android and iOS, those who want to edit their videos on their mobiles can now create single-click effects such as slow-motion or sped-u...

Codrut Nistor, 24 Sep 2024 14:11

The iPhone 15 Pro may run slightly slower in some tasks after updating to iOS 18. (Image source: Swello - Unsplash)

iOS 18 found to reduce performance on older iPhones to improve battery life

Apple finally publicly released the first stable version of iOS 18 earlier this week. While early adopters have encountered bugs like in previous years, it also turns out that Apple is making older iPhones slower to reduce power c...

Alex Alderson, 21 Sep 2024 00:12

The 16 Pro post-drop test. (Image source: AppleTrack)

iPhone 16 Pro Ceramic Shield durability tested in new videos

Apple touts the "latest generation" of its in-house Ceramic Shield display glass in the new iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max as "50% tougher" than its predecessor. That boast prompted AppleTrack host Sam Kohl to head to Australia to see ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Sep 2024 19:15

A bug in iOS 18 causes the app to crash when replying to shared AppleWatch dials in iMessage, which can only be fixed by deleting the chat history. (Image source: Apple / Apple Developer)

Serious bug in iOS 18 costs users their message histories

A few days after the rollout, a serious error has occurred in iOS 18 in connection with shared Apple watch faces- and it could cost users their chat histories

Marius Müller, 20 Sep 2024 14:48

Dead internet theory becomes reality in SocialAI (Image source: Generated using DALL·E 3)

SocialAI brings the dead internet theory to life

Although described as a social network, SocialAI is in fact more like "a space for reflection, support, and feedback," as mentioned by Michael Sayman, its creator. What makes it special is that all interactions it facilitates put ...

Codrut Nistor, 20 Sep 2024 00:00

Garmin debuts the inReach Messenger Plus. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin inReach Messenger Plus debuts with series-first picture- and voice-message support

Garmin asserts that the Messenger Plus is not the average inReach standalone satellite communicator. It is the first of its line to support photo- and voice note-sending in the complete absence of conventional cellular service. Th...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Sep 2024 20:43

Google Chrome 129 launches with AI-powered Tab Compare, multiple fixes, and more

Yesterday's stable Google Chrome release brings the version number of this popular web browser to 129 and, in addition to addressing several security problems, this update also comes with a new AI feature. Tab Compare can generate...

Codrut Nistor, 18 Sep 2024 17:10

iOS 18 is officially here. (Image source: Apple)

iOS 18 eligibility revealed with stable release

Apple has made the latest major version of iOS available today (September 17, 2024) to a broad range of modern iPhones - with one or two notable exceptions. iOS 18 is touted to make iPhones more tailored to the individual user tha...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Sep 2024 22:06

Tile hypes its new trackers. (Image source: Tile)

Tile's 2024 line of anti-loss trackers debuts with upgraded specs and Life360 SOS alerts

Tile has announced that its latest line of personal tracker devices come with an upgraded Bluetooth range of up to 500 meters (~1,640 feet) in the new Pro variant. The new series also includes updated Mates and Stickers, not to me...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Sep 2024 18:42

Image Playground is a fun new feature made possible by Apple Intelligence. (Image source: Apple via WIRED)

Apple Intelligence in action: First image generated with Image Playground shared by Apple

Apple's much-awaited Apple Intelligence suite of AI features and tools is yet to grace the real world. A few tools, such as 'Image Playground', are missing even from the most recent developer betas. However, Apple's Craig Federigh...

Sambit Saha, 13 Sep 2024 01:48

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

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

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

Codrut Nistor, 11 Sep 2024 20:56

X/Twitter alternative Bluesky breaks the 9 million users barrier

As X/Twitter remains banned in Brazil, new users from this country helped Bluesky exceed 9 million subscribers while also recording almost 5 million monthly active accounts. Founded in early October 2021, this US-based decentraliz...

Codrut Nistor, 09 Sep 2024 12:35

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

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

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

Julian van der Merwe, 07 Sep 2024 06:51

Diablo Immortal's ninth chapter Crucible of Justice coming September 11th (Image source: Blizzard)

Crucible of Justice will add a new chapter to Diablo Immortal next week

Launching next week, more than two years since the release of the game, the ninth major update to Diablo Immortal takes the main questline further, allowing the players to travel to the Cold Isles. The Crucible of Justice update a...

Codrut Nistor, 05 Sep 2024 22:53

Sanwa Supply unveils MA-BTRING5BK wireless finger mouse with crown scroll wheel

Sanwa Supply has unveiled the MA-BTRING5BK wireless finger mouse with crown scroll wheel. The mouse is worn on a finger and can be operated in the air to control computers, tablets, and smartphones from up to 33 feet (10 m) away. ...

David Chien, 04 Sep 2024 06:08

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

Upcoming iPhone SE 4 rumored to feature OLED screen

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

Sam Medley, 04 Sep 2024 00:50

You can't play Capcom games on your iPhone without an internet connection (image source: Apple)

Capcom mandates internet connection for Resident Evil 4 and other titles on iOS

Gamers who bought Capcom's Resident Evil games on iOS will now require an internet connection to play them after a recent update. The changelog doesn't specify why and cites "changes to the startup process" as a reason.

Anil Ganti, 02 Sep 2024 18:06

Brazilian Supreme Court orders service providers and app stores to block X (Twitter) within five days after company fails to name legal representative

Brazilian Supreme Court has ordered service providers and app stores to block X (Twitter) within five days after the company failed to name legal representative, a requirement for foreign companies operating within Brazil. The mov...

David Chien, 31 Aug 2024 02:54

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

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

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

Julian van der Merwe, 30 Aug 2024 00:03

Apple has confirmed it plans to reveal new hardware on September 9 (image source: Mark Gurman on X)

Apple confirms September 9 event for iPhone 16 launch

Apple has confirmed its next event will be called “It's Glowtime”. It will take place on September 9 at 10:00 PT. The company is expected to reveal its new iPhone 16 lineup, a new Apple Watch and new AirPods.

Anil Ganti, 26 Aug 2024 18:58

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

Apple confirms upcoming App Store deletion option for EU users

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

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Aug 2024 19:45

Viewsonic unveils M1X and M1S portable projectors with Harman Kardon speakers and power bank capability. (Image source: Viewsonic)

Viewsonic unveils M1X and M1S portable projectors with Harman Kardon speakers and power bank capabilty

Viewsonic has unveiled the M1X and M1S portable projectors with Harman Kardon stereo speakers and power bank capability. Both accept HDMI and USB-C video inputs from game consoles, smartphones, and streaming video adapters. The pr...

David Chien, 21 Aug 2024 07:50

Sony launches FavoriteSpace VR world with Android and iOS apps to connect sports fans to their favorite teams

Sony has launched the FavoriteSpace VR world with Android and iOS smartphone apps to connect sports fans to their favorite teams. Users can enjoy VR replays, content, social games, and tours while interacting with other fans.

David Chien, 19 Aug 2024 01:39

Latest WhatsApp beta version introduces "Chat theme" option (Image source: WhatsApp)

WhatsApp prepares a new feature to customize chat appearance

Meta has been adding new features to WhatsApp for quite a while now, and it seems the company has one more that will likely roll out soon. In the latest beta version, the app introduces a new option called "Chat theme," allowing y...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 18 Aug 2024 19:30

Fortnite is back on iOS (Image source: Epic Games)

Fortnite returns to iPhone, but not for all users

Epic Games first launched Fortnite for iPhone in 2018, but Apple removed the game from the App Store in 2020 after the title received a new payment method for in-game items. After four years, the game made its return on iOS, but i...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 16 Aug 2024 17:09

Patreon's iOS app could be removed from the Apple App Store if it doesn't implement the changes. (Image source: Patreon, Apple, edited)

Elon Musk and Tim Sweeney bash Apple App Store fee as Patreon creators are slated to make less on iOS than Android

Apple has reportedly forced Patreon into implementing iOS' in-app payment system within the Patreon app. Following the change, new memberships after November 4 will be charged a 30% App Store fee. Unsurprisingly, people, including...

Fawad Murtaza, 13 Aug 2024 16:17

Opera One is now available on iOS (Image source: Opera)

AI-powered Opera One launches on iOS with redesigned UI, free VPN, and more

Opera has released its AI-powered Opera One browser for iPhones. The iOS app was in beta for a couple of weeks, and the stable release comes with a redesigned UI, free VPN, and built-in ad blocker. All these make it stand as a sol...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 13 Aug 2024 14:34

The launch of Apple's next operating system updates is drawing near. (Image source: Apple)

New features for iPhone, Mac and Apple Watch: Apple releases beta 3 of iOS 18, macOS 15 and watchOS 11

With iOS 18, macOS 15 and watchOS 11, Apple will be releasing the biggest operating system updates of the year for the iPhone, Mac and Apple Watch in a few weeks' time. Apple is introducing some interesting new features in the thi...

Hannes Brecher, 07 Aug 2024 07:25

Apple introduces 'Distraction Control' in Safari in upcoming OS updates (Image source: Apple)

Apple's Safari gains 'Distraction Control' to streamline browsing

Apple's new 'Distraction Control' feature in Safari aims to help users minimize distracting elements on webpages, allowing them to selectively hide content like sign-in prompts, cookie consent banners, and autoplay videos. While n...

Nathan Ali, 06 Aug 2024 22:29

Apple Intelligence has supposedly run into some pre-launch issues (image source: Apple)

Apple Intelligence could be pushed back to October; developers might be able to test it next week

Bloomberg's Mark Gurman says not all Apple Intelligence features will launch together. In particular, the enhanced Siri could take a while to arrive due to stability issues.

Anil Ganti, 29 Jul 2024 13:43

Epic Games will offer developers better deals as it brings its games and store to iOS and Android within the EU

Epic Games is introducing the Epic Games Store on both iOS and Android within the European Union. The store will offer developers more favorable terms compared to traditional app stores, including a lower 12% store fee. Fortnite w...

Anubhav Sharma, 26 Jul 2024 10:13

Apple's iPhone 17 'Slim' will have the same Dynamic Island as the 15 Pro models. (Source: Ming-Chi Kuo via Medium)

Apple to discontinue iPhone 17 Plus, will launch new ultra-slim iPhone 17 with titanium-aluminium alloy frame in late 2025

Reliable analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reported that Apple may discontinue the iPhone 17 Plus due to low sales. To fill the gap, they'll introduce an ultra-thin iPhone 17 in late 2025, as speculated previously. This new model will focus on...

Anubhav Sharma, 24 Jul 2024 20:38

The Apple iPhone SE 4 will likely have the iPhone 15 series' 'Action Button'. (Image source: ConceptCentral)

Latest Apple iPhone SE 4 leak suggests a January-March 2025 release date

iPhone SE 4's production is reportedly picking up in October, and rumors suggest Apple's budget iPhone could launch in early 2025. A possible release around Lunar New Year is expected, or we will have to wait for the traditional M...

Anubhav Sharma, 24 Jul 2024 01:44

WhatsApp was recently reported to be bringing Google Translate directly to chats. (Source: WABetaInfo)

WhatsApp's iOS app could get new AirDrop-like file sharing feature

WhatsApp's iOS beta program is testing a new feature allowing users to share files with nearby contacts without needing an internet connection. This functionality, similar to a feature being tested for Android, aims to simplify sh...

Anubhav Sharma, 23 Jul 2024 12:30

The Ring is a $399 wearable competing with smartwatches on several fronts (Image source: Samsung)

Galaxy Ring: iPhone compatibility reportedly in the works as Android 11+ compatibility confirmed

At the time of launch, many assumed that the Galaxy Ring would only work with Samsung phones and tablets. As it turns out, any Android phone running Android 11 or above will do. Better yet, the wearable might get iOS support soon.

Ashish Singh, 23 Jul 2024 11:36

iOS 18 allows users to customize the Control Center at last. (Image source: Apple)

Apple's public beta of iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 introduces hundreds of new features to the iPhone and iPad

Apple has released the first public beta version of iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 so that all users of compatible iPhones and iPads can now try out the new features of the biggest operating system updates of the year before the final versi...

Hannes Brecher, 21 Jul 2024 03:38

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

Are AI features bringing value for money to YouTube Music? (Image source: Alvaro Reyes on Unsplash)

New AI-powered feature reportedly coming to YouTube Music

In a bid to yet again leverage AI to try and get ahead of the competition, Google is testing a new "Any way you like" feature that delivers AI-generated radio stations fine-tuned to the listener's personal tastes and preferences.

Jonathan Bester, 08 Jul 2024 23:36

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

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

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

Google Translate gets 110 new languages (Source: Android Central)

Google Translate gets support for 110 new languages

The largest expansion so far brings no less than 110 new languages to Google Translate, from major ones with over 80 million speakers such as Cantonese and Punjabi (Shahmukhi) to nearly extinct dialects such as Manx, the Celtic la...

Codrut Nistor, 01 Jul 2024 15:25

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

Featurephones are increasing in popularity as a way of reducing smartphone use, but you do lose a significant number of features (Source: HMD Global)

As schools look to ban smartphones and society realises the impact of doom scrolling, here are 3 phones that can help curb your smartphone addiction

CheckMag Society is waking up to the notion that smartphones may not be the best thing for our mental health, or our time management. Governments are looking to ban phones in schools and a part of the population is beginning to ditch smart...

David Devey, 26 Jun 2024 12:01

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