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The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 has yet again been put through a Genshin Impact gaming test, this time versus the Apple 15 Bionic on the iPhone 13 Pro Max. The results? Well, not particularly impressive, especially in terms of power consumption.

Reputedly, Apple will hold off on equipping iPhones with periscope cameras until next year, starting with the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. However, Apple is tipped to opt for five-fold optical zoom, rather than matching Samsung with its ten-fold optical zoom camera in the Galaxy S21 Ultra.

Apple is expected to release a third-generation iPhone SE soon with its A15 Bionic chipset. Thought to be arriving this spring, 3D printed dummies suggest that the iPhone SE 3 will look familiar to anyone that owns a current iPhone SE or an iPhone as old as the iPhone 6.

After the upcoming iPhone SE 3 was already rumored to launch in spring of 2022, an established leaker has now offered a more specific timeframe for the release date of Apple's upcoming 5G budget smartphone.

Apple had been kept off the top spot in the mobile devices market worldwide for the first 3 quarters of 2021. However, it shot back up to #1 for the year's final quarter (4Q2021), despite a slight drop in its share compared to 4Q2020. This success is attributed to the iPhone 13-series, even with its supply-chain issues.

Apple has significantly reduced the amount of discount users get when they trade in their Android smartphones for an Apple device. For instance, where Apple used to give US$325 for the Galaxy S21 5G, the company now gives US$260. The reduction in value is reflected throughout Samsung’s flagship phone lineup.

The rather sophisticated but still imperfect workaround that enables Apple CarPlay on Tesla's infotainment system may present technically inclined users with an experimental method to improve the connectivity between their iPhone and their electric car.

Apple has confirmed that the iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro do without noise cancellation during phone calls, including the iPhone 13 mini and iPhone 13 Pro Max. Apple had included the feature in the iPhone 12 series and in older models to improve call quality in noise environments. However, it has not given a reason for removing this feature as of the iPhone 13 series.

Apple's upcoming iPhone SE 3 will not be launched this year. A new leak now claims it could debut in 2023 rather than 2024 and could do so with a 5.7-inch AMOLED. Apple will launch an iPhone SE model this year, though, but it could be branded as the iPhone SE+ 5G.

The iPhone is the only modern flagship series that lacks a USB Type-C port, with Apple remaining resolute of its proprietary Lightning connection. While an engineer introduced the first iPhone with a USB Type-C port a few months ago, it compromised the smartphone's water resistance. Now, someone has managed to accomplish both, which they will soon be selling.

Rumour has it that even the entry-level in the iPhone 14 series will have a 120 Hz ProMotion display, a notable upgrade on the iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini. 6 GB of RAM could be arriving too, albeit without a bump to 8 GB for the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max. Apple's next 'Pro' iPhones could receive improved storage configurations, though.

The latest software versions for iPhones and iPads were announced about half a year ago now, and have been found to be installed on about 70% and 60% of their compatible devices released over the last 4 years respectively. However, in the case of iOS, this figure is beaten by that of the preceding 14 version from a year ago.

A report by Counterpoint Research has now provided a look at sales of Apple's iPhone 13 range in China. The iPhone 13 dominates as expected but the iPhone 13 Mini comes in last by quite the distance, further buttressing rumors of Apple axing the iPhone 14 Mini.

The Khadas Tea may be a MagSafe compatible DAC, but it also works with Android devices using USB Type-C or Bluetooth. The DAC supports up to 24-bit/96 kHz audio when using a wired connection and should start shipping in March 2022. The Khadas Tea is orderable now for US$159 through Indiegogo.

Apple is expected to release a third-generation iPhone SE soon, perhaps up to six months before the iPhone 14 series arrives. New leaked CAD renders purport to show what the next iPhone SE will look like, which includes a single rear-facing camera and a notched display. Apparently, the panel change will bring a 5.69-inch display to the iPhone SE, and without making its chassis any larger than the current model's.

The upcoming iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max models may get upgraded to a 48 MP main camera with larger pixel sizes, according to a TrendForce report. It is possible that Apple may use downscaling algorithms to give a final 12 MP output from the raw 48 MP sensor data. While the 48 MP main camera will be limited to the iPhone 14 Pro models, the entire iPhone 14 lineup is slated to get 8K video recording.

An analysis from Goldman Sachs has revealed that Apple has largely met demand for the iPhone 13 series of smartphones. On the other hand, the supply for the 14-inch and the 16-inch MacBook Pros still lags behind the demand. Unlike the iPhone 13, the MacBook Pro supply situation has worsened.

The start-up Chargeasap set up an Indiegogo campaign to fund the production of its Flash Pro and Pro Plus power banks. Its success has enabled the company to start selling the ~100W-capable accessories through its own website. They boast 25,000mAh rated capacities based on the latest graphene power-storage technology.

Apple has rolled out new updates for iPadOS and iOS, both aimed at addressing a long-standing security flaw and an issue with sending photos using an iCloud Link. iOS 15.2.1 should fix a bug that made some third-party CarPlay apps unresponsive, too.

Now that 2022 is in full swing, Apple has released a summary of its services and how they have "enriched" lives during the previous year. This includes claims that the developers who make apps for its systems made about US$60 billion in revenue over the 12 months just gone. The Cupertino giant was more cagey about what it made itself, besides hinting at record takings over the winter holiday and New Year.

After recent leaks and rumors have already hinted at the implementation of a punch hole camera cutout instead of a notch in the Apple iPhone 14 Pro, a developer has now created an image which can simulate the new design on your current iPhone.

Alleged prices for the Apple iPhone 14 series have been shared, and it seems to be a mixture of good news and bad news. The base iPhone 14 model starts at US$799 but there are increases for the Pro and Pro Max variants. In addition, there’s also mention of an iPhone 14 Max but no room for an iPhone 14 Mini.

Apple may have two launch events before the first half of the year is over according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. A spring event could feature a 5G-capable iPhone SE that may or may not be the iPhone SE 3 while the WWDC 2022 event should fall in June. The latter should herald in important new operating system updates such as macOS 13 Rome.

PayPal has indicated to the media that it is currently "exploring" the prospect of its very own stablecoin (a form of cryptocurrency pegged to the value of fiat or a commodity standard). This announcement follows the discovery of code to this effect allegedly discovered by a developer in one of the major payment service's mobile apps.

The notion that the iPhone 14 Pro series will feature Face ID hardware and a pill-shaped punch-hole is gaining steam. According to reports, Apple has included two cut-outs in its next-generation displays, but one will be reflective and invisible when using either the iPhone 14 Pro or iPhone 14 Pro Max. The reflective cut-out will be for Face ID, leaving a pill-shaped cut-out for a front-facing camera.

Fresh details about the potential Apple iPhone SE 3 have surfaced, and it is not good news for fans hoping to get their hands on the smartphone in 2022. It appears the third-generation iPhone SE won’t be ready until 2024. In the meantime, a 5G variant of the 2020 iPhone SE (iPhone SE 2) will fill the gap.

A respected leaker has revealed several details about this year's iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max. Reputedly, Apple's next-generation flagships will retain Face ID while doing away with a notch. The iPhone 14 will not be so lucky, with the entry-level model missing out on under-display sensors.

Even though the official release of the iPhone 15 Pro is likely more than 18 months away, various analysts have already offered their speculations regarding a possible camera upgrade of Apple's flagship smartphone, which could supposedly feature a periscope lens capable of a 10x optical zoom.

An investigation by Reuters has suggested that workers at a Foxconn factory that assembles iPhones were subjected to a substandard and unhealthy environment. Protests pressured the facility to shut down after many workers contracted food poisoning. Consequently, Apple and Foxconn apologised for the poor living and working conditions and promised to make improvements.

A report out of Brazil has claimed that the Apple iPhone 15 Pro may not come with a slot for a physical SIM card. The smartphone, which could be released in 2023, would only utilize eSIM technology for communication purposes. An iPhone 15 Pro configured in such a manner would be a step closer to a portless iPhone.
A noted Apple tipster agrees that the SIM card tray will be removed.

A new leak has now revealed some more details on the upcoming iPhone SE 3. The phone will apparently be inspired by the iPhone 11, and will be powered by an A15 Bionic, albeit a detuned version of the chipset. Launch remains pegged for H1 2022.

Foxconn's plant located in Chennai, India is reportedly preparing to manufacture the vanilla iPhone 13 from early 2022. This new production run for the flagship device is projected to fuel exports as well as national sales, thus potentially helping to ease its prevailing supply issues worldwide.

Counterpoint Research's latest report on the smartphone processor market shows that MediaTek has once again taken the lead in the latest complete quarter of 2021 (3Q2021). The three-month period has seen a number of intriguing changes, such as Unisoc taking a 10% share of shipments for the first time. Then again, Apple stayed more or less where it was and Qualcomm continues to lead the 5G baseband sector.

Rumour had it that Apple would integrate CSAM scans within iOS 15.2 and iPad 15.2, released earlier this week. However, the company has now deleted all references to these plans on its website, indicating that the feature has been pulled.

With the Stealth 2.0, Caviar has created a bullet-proof version of the iPhone 13 Pro. However, it has also removed its rear-facing cameras, supposedly with a view to improving privacy.

Apple has released HomePod 15.2, iOS 15.2, iPadOS 15.2 and watchOS 8.3. The four updates bring several new features to eligible devices, including the new Apple Music Voice subscription. There is no equivalent update for tvOS, though.

According to a Display Supply Chain report, Apple could release a foldable iPhone as early as 2024, though "key technology and production issues" could push things into the year after.

iOS 15.2 is the next upcoming version of Apple's proprietary software for iPhones. According to a prominent industry correspondent, it is the one that will start adding features intended to prevent abusive content reaching a child's device. It might contain measures to help allay well-publicized concerns about its impact on privacy.

Anker now reports that it became the "world's No.1 mobile charging brand" in 2020. It also marked its 10th anniversary as such a company in 2021, and attributes much of its success to becoming a leader in USB Power Delivery- (USB-PD) compatible accessories. It also now has a line in MagSafe-compatible products, as well as new type-C devices.

A report by Korean outlet The Elec seemingly confirms that Apple will ditch the Face ID notch in the iPhone 14 generation, at least on Pro models. According to the report, the iPhone 14 Pro will have a 48 MP punch hole camera, on a 6.06-in 120 Hz OLED panel.

WhatsApp has started a new pilot program that allows those located in the United States to transfer cryptocurrency via its service. The initiative only involves a small pool of users and one coin in its present form, as well as a wallet originally intended for use with Meta.

The Razer Kishi comes in four flavours and can charge your smartphone as you game, thanks to pass-through charging. Generally, most Razer Kishi controllers cost US$99.99, but Amazon is offering between 30% and 43% savings for all versions.

In advance of the upcoming official release of its iOS 15.2 update for iPhones later this month, Apple has now previewed a new and useful feature which will allow iPhone users to check their device's repair history and whether or not genuine Apple parts were used as replacements.

According to Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple has decided to release another iPhone SE in 2022, followed by a larger model a year later. To date, Apple has launched two iPhone SE generations in five years.

INTELLI is a brand with a new product called the StepUp Magnetic Wireless Charging Station. It looks like a vaguely wedge-shaped MagSafe-compatible charger for iPhone 12- or 13-series devices on first glance; however, it also contains novel pop-out charging decks, one for an Apple Watch and one for an AirPods case. The OEM asserts that the station can power all 3 at once.

Car thieves in Canada are abusing the functionality of Apple's AirTags, which have reportedly been used for tracking the location of expensive vehicles in an attempt to later steal them. Apple iPhone users should be aware of a certain notification that can thwart the relatively simple procedure employed by such criminals.

According to reports, Apple is set to shift from 5 nm to 3 nm nodes between M2 and M3 SoCs. TSMC should have its N3 node ready in time for the A17 Bionic too, both tipped for releases in 2023.

Apple’s next version of its popular and affordable iPhone SE is set for a Q1 2022 release. The tip comes from Taiwanese research company TrendForce which monitors supply chain activity.

An Apple tipster has claimed that the iPhone 14 Pro will more than likely come with a USB-C port. Information supposedly delivered by people in the know has resulted in three potential reasons for the Apple iPhone 14 Pro to arrive sporting the much-desired USB-C connectivity option, with both legal and environmental impacts considered.