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The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro are set to be Apple's upcoming flagship smartphones poised for launch next month. A recent report by AppleInsider has uncovered some of the major camera enhancements that the impending iPhone 16 lineup is expected to boast, adding credibility to previous leaks while fueling excitement for Apple's answer to the Pixel 9 series.

CheckMag It looks as though the long-awaited GIMP 3.0 release may be soon upon us, with the GNU Project announcing a string freeze for the latest developer preview build. Between overhauled colour management tools, a refined UI, and, finally, a simple stroke selection tool, GIMP 3.0 is looking to be a big release for the free, open-source Photoshop alternative.

RedMagic has launched multiple phones with active cooling, but one issue with such a cooler is that you don't get an IP rating. Well, xMEMS wants to change that with its first µCooling chip, which also happens to be the world's smallest fan.

The 2023 Apple MacBook Pro 14, powered by the 11-core Apple M3 Pro silicon has been discounted significantly, following a $500 discount on Amazon. The MacBook Pro 14 makes for a powerful, lightweight media creation tool, and we praised it for its impressive 16+ hours of battery life in our review.

For a limited time, Apple Music has extended its free trial period from one month to three months. The extended trial is only available to those who have never subscribed to the music streaming service before, and can be availed before September 23.

Although Apple began supporting podcasts in June 2005, the Apple Podcasts app arrived in the summer of 2012, finally becoming a part of iOS in late 2014. Now, those on other platforms can use it as well on virtually any web browser, as the service works great on Firefox, Edge, Safari, Chrome, and more.

Apple has just released watchOS 10.6.1 and tvOS 17.6.1. This means that a new update for Apple's smartwatches (from Apple Watch 4 onwards) and for Apple TV is now available for download.

In less than a month, Apple is expected to unveil three AirPods models alongside the iPhone 16 handsets. While two would be AirPods 4 variants, the third one will allegedly be an AirPods Max refresh with USB-C charging. The rumors also claim that Apple will discontinue the AirPods 2 and AirPods 3 soon.

Apple's inaugural smart home robot will have a lot in common with an iPad, according to the latest leaks. Now, more details on how much the new automaton might cost has emerged. The new tip suggests that its price might match its cutting-edge design and hardware.

Concept designer Antonio De Rosa, known for his high quality conceptual designs of possible Apple products, has received a letter from the tech giant’s legal team, informing him that some of his designs seem “too real”, and requesting a discussion about making certain changes to them. Without revealing specifics, De Rosa has said that discussions with Apple’s team are currently underway.

A recent leak from Sonny Dickinson has revealed all of the color variants that the upcoming iPhone 16 Pro lineup is expected to feature. This includes a deeper 'black', 'white', 'gray', as well as a new 'bronze' shade that will seemingly replace the 'blue titanium' finish of the current iPhone 15 Pro.

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 it's only available in the EU.

Apple discontinued the iPad 9th generation in May of this year, but retailers still have the tablet in stock. Amazon has even put it up on sale, slashing it by $105. With this deal in place, you can get the 64 GB iPad 9 WiFi for just $224.

Be it contactless payment, digital car keys or access to hotel rooms: the Apple iPhone's NFC chip will soon be utilized in many more ways than before, as Apple is opening up the chip to third-party apps following an EU complaint.

The iPhone 16 has been showcased again in new leaks, roughly a month before the smartphone's global release. Based on new footage, it seems that various hardware changes could be coming to Apple's new entry-level iPhone.

Both the M2- and M3-powered MacBook Air 13s are on sale for their lowest prices ever recorded at Amazon. Each variant comes with 8 GB of RAM and a 256 GB SSD. The M2 model is on sale for 20% off, while the M3 MacBook Air 13 is currently slashed by 23%.

Apple's Vision lineup explores new frontiers in mixed reality technology. Plans include a more affordable headset, next-gen Vision Pro, and smart glasses without displays. Despite challenges, Apple remains committed to advancing its mixed reality lineup.

A renowned Apple analyst has shed new light on Apple's iPhone releases throughout 2024 and 2025. Not only has the analyst detailed the innovations that Apple will introduce next month with the iPhone 16 series, but they have also discussed future alleged plans like the iPhone SE 4 and iPhone 17 Air, which is rumoured to be a much slimmer successor to the iPhone 16 Plus.

Apple's upcoming entry-level iPhone has been pictured again, roughly one month from its launch alongside the iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max. This time, the iPhone 16 has been showcased alongside its predecessor with comparisons shown in their designs, dimensions and hardware features.

Foxconn, Apple's regular supplier, has increased its workforce by 50,000 employees for the production of the new iPhone. Among other things, this was necessary due to the increase in planned delivery figures, which also means that rumors of Apple moving to India appear to be off the table for the time being.

It has been apparent for years that customers are keeping their smartphones longer and longer before buying a new one, which is why Apple is working successfully on increasing its own subscription revenue. Apple Intelligence may cost iPhone users up to $20 per month in the future, according to one analyst.

According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple's upcoming Mac Mini will boast a significantly redesigned exterior, along with M4-based internals. If true, this will be the biggest redesign that Apple's baby Mac has witnessed since 2010.

The 2024 Apple MacBook Air 15 with the M3 SoC has reached a record-low price on Amazon. The result is a machine that is now much easier to recommend since the configuration on sale with 16 GB RAM and 512 GB storage is usually prohibitively expensive for many users.

Apple has made iOS 17.6.1, iPadOS 17.6.1 and macOS 14.6.1 available for download. The new updates for iPhone, iPad and Macs address an acute problem that had crept in with the previous major updates to iOS 17.6, iPadOS 17.6 and macOS 14.6.

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 third public beta, which users can try out in advance.

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 not a full-fledged ad blocker, the tool provides users with more control over their browsing experience across Apple's upcoming operating system updates.

Apple is widely expected to introduce a new Apple Watch SE next month, alongside the iPhone 16 lineup. Reports have also indicated a shift to a 'rigid-plastic case', likely allowing for a lower price and more color options. If true, this will position the upcoming Watch SE as an excellent option for the younger demographic, especially children.

With over 10,000 units sold in the last month, the Apple AirPods Max have remained very popular for more than three years since their release. With a launch price of $549, they are now available on Amazon for $399.99, thanks to a 27% discount. The bundle with AppleCare+ also gets a 25% discount and can be acquired for $453.99.

The Apple M4 is currently exclusively available in the iPad Pro, but the chip is expected to find its way into three new Macs this year, including the next-generation MacBook Pro. One of these new Macs is said to be receiving far more extensive upgrades.

According to a recent report by Jeff Pu, Apple's first foldable device has allegedly been delayed quite significantly. Citing 'display durability' issues, Pu believes that the company's first foldable will not hit shelves until the second quarter of 2026 at the earliest.

The 13-inch Apple MacBook Air M3 has dropped back to its historic low price after a steep 23% discount on the list price. Suffice it to say, the discount makes the MacBook Air 13 M3 an even easier recommendation than before since the laptop covers almost all the bases.

The iPhone 16 series could be the last run out for the 'Plus' model after three generations. Reportedly, the iPhone 16 Plus will not be replaced by the iPhone 17 Slim but the iPhone 17 Air, mirroring Apple's Mac lineup.

Apple Intelligence is yet to be available to general users, but developers already have access. Some have started showing off its capabilities, and according to a video shared by AppleLeaker on X, Apple's offering seems to have more potential than Samsung's Galaxy AI. It proofread and rewrote almost 15 thousand characters in under 2 minutes.

A insider report appearing in Korean media claims that Samsung Electronics Chairman Jae-yong Lee has expressed anger over the recently launched Galaxy Buds 3 series' and Galaxy Watch Ultra's controversial Apple-inspired designs, as well as quality issues and software bugs. It's also said that action has been taken against some of the senior management at Samsung's mobile division.

Unified memory architecture brings many benefits, including better performance and lower power draw. Apple adopted it with M series SoCs, and Intel has brought the architecture to its Lunar Lake lineup. It seems Huawei has realized the advantages as the company is said to adopt it for its upcoming Kirin PC chips.

Practically all variants of the sought-after MacBook Pro 14 with the Apple M3 chipsets have dropped by $500 on Amazon, which presents content creators who would like to pick up one of the best multimedia laptops on the market with a decent buying opportunity.

Despite being at least a year away, iPhone 17 leaks have been far from scarce. According to a report by Ming-Chi Kuo earlier this year and more recently by Jeff Pu, the iPhone 17 lineup is set to receive a major front camera upgrade that will be sure to appease selfie aficionados

The Galaxy Watch Ultra has roundly been accused of looking just like its Apple namesake on the outside - however, they are not the same on the inside, according to iFixit. The teardown enthusiasts now indicate that Samsung's Watch Ultra might be the more repairable flagship wearable of the two.

With a likely launch set for next month, Apple's upcoming iPhone 16 series is expected to bring along a plethora of updates and improvements. According to a recent leak by a tipster with a decent track record, the upcoming iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max are expected to feature larger batteries, with the smaller 16 Pro getting the biggest jump in capacity.

Apple's 2nd-generation AirPods can now be purchased for a whopping 43% discount, thanks to an ongoing sale on Amazon. Although over 5-years old, the AirPods offer superb convenience and respectable audio quality, although modern features such as spatial audio and adaptive EQ are absent.

A Reddit user has shared his experience with the iPhone 15 Pro's underwater durability. The user's phone was submerged in water at a depth of 2.5 meters for a jaw-dropping 22 hours, but returned to functioning perfectly after being dried out.

Apple is reportedly refreshing the iPhone 16 design with some notable changes. Dummy units of the base iPhone 16 have leaked on X in five different colors. These units give us a proper look at the back design of the iPhone 16.

According to a recent report from The Elec, Apple's upcoming iPhone SE 4 is set to sport an OLED display that will be similar to that of the iPhone 13 or 14. This rumored 6.06-inch OLED panel will be a major upgrade for the next-generation iPhone SE, along with a 48 MP rear camera, FaceID, and inclusion of the 'Action Button'.

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.

Apple is projected to launch a new SE version of the iPhone in 2025. Now, the device is also believed to be the first of its series to launch with mobile data powered by an in-house chipset rather than one from Qualcomm as usual. The alleged Slim version of the iPhone 17 is expected to follow in its footsteps shortly thereafter.

California tech giant, Apple and its first U.S. retail union, IAM CORE, have reached a tentative agreement. The deal, covering employees at a Maryland store, comes after over a year of challenging negotiations. The agreement includes unspecified improvements to wages, benefits, and working conditions. The outcome of the upcoming ratification vote on August 6th is the next important thing to look out for.

Most phone game controllers are bulky and hold the phone between the grips like the Razer Kishi, GameSir G8 and various other options. However an entrepreneur by the name of Josh King has spent the last 5 years creating a prototype PSP Go style slide out controller for the iPhone and hopes to bring it to market soon.

Recent rumors, including a very recent report from TrendForce, have indicated that Apple is considering switching to QLC storage for its 1TB iPhone models, potentially even paving the way for 2TB iPhones. While this is an absolute win in terms of capacity, QLC storage suffers from poorer performance and longevity compared to TLC, which may hamper the user experience.

A new iPhone accessory from Anker appears to be on the way: a MagGo SD card reader. The USB-C device seems to offer two slots hidden underneath a case. The accessory is designed to attach to the back of your iPhone magnetically while simultaneously connecting via a built-in USB-C cable.