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Next-gen devices with shiny new, cutting-edge 3 nanometer (nm) chipsets are now thought to meet with less consumer enthusiasm or FOMO than one might think as they start to emerge in late 2023 or early 2024. That, according to a respected industry analyst, has already prompted Apple not to splash out on the upgrade as much as it might have, while Qualcomm has already taken one major blow to its hopes for 3nm sales.

The iPhone 16 series could be touted as even slimmer and more elegant devices thanks to reduced frame height in this generation. It is rumored to switch to a new type of printed circuit board (PCB) material backed to be thinner than conventional alternatives, and, thus, to help next-gen devices get even skinnier in turn.

The iPhone 15 and 15 Plus are made of aluminum, whereas their Pro and Pro Max counterparts have graduated to a first-gen titanium-alloy frame. However, according to a new bend-test video, the cheaper vanilla models are no less durable than their top-end siblings. Their new, unusually pale colorways did not get off so light in terms of criticism, however.

A well-known analyst has claimed that reported Apple iPhone 15 Pro overheating issues have been caused by the design changes made between the iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 generations and not the SoC manufacturing process. The iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max have an A17 Pro chip based on a 3-nanometer process from TSMC.

The iPhone 15 Pro Max is Apple's first top-end flagship smartphone to launch with 5x "Tetraprism" zoom technology. Nevertheless, the upgrade has failed to help the device beat the Huawei P60 Pro off the top spot in terms of DxOMark scores. While the 15 Pro Max was praised for its new telephoto abilities, it was not found to excel completely in all aspects of mobile photography.

The Anker 621 magnetically attaches and wirelessly charges newer Apple smartphones such as the just-released iPhone 15 Pro, which makes the 5,000-mAh power bank a very practical gadget for demanding users who often run out of battery and have to recharge on the go.

With a launch date announced less than two weeks ago, macOS 14 will arrive tomorrow for sure. Codenamed "Sonoma," this new Mac operating system will bring various visual improvements and new features, such as interactive desktop widgets or the Game mode, as well as multiple under-the-hood tweaks.

Released just a few days after iOS 17 and iPadOS 17, the 17.0.1 updates arrive to take care of three vulnerabilities. Launched two months after macOS 13.5, macOS 13.6 also patches two of the three vulnerabilities targeted by the updates for Apple's mobile operating systems.

Apple has introduced an allegedly more user-repairable build with its new iPhone 15 line-up. However, according to some of the first teardown videos to emerge online, some of the series' other upgrades might actually make their dissembly more complicated in parts, particularly for the higher-end Pro models. In addition, the dreaded software locks are seen to be still firmly in place.

The 15 Pro and Pro Max are now hailed as the "strongest" iPhones ever, as they are the first of their line to step up to "Grade 5" titanium in their frames. However, their well-touted toughness compared to their stainless steel forebears has come into question thanks to some initial tests of their durability. They suggest that the fancy new frames, together with some other new design tweaks, might actually make the new top-end iPhones more susceptible to damage.

Apple has made privacy a cornerstone of its customer experience across its product lineup. However, there has been more than one occasion where the company has fallen short of its claims, and it might still have some work to do yet.

Picking up a new iPhone also usually means picking up a case to go with it. However, buyers will need to beware that Apple’s decision to change the mute switch into an Action button seems to have caught some case makers out.

Apple touts its new, in-house FineWoven fabric as an eco-friendly alternative to leather as a material for accessories. However, its cases for the new iPhones have drawn the ire of some correspondents already, as they assert that it is not as durable as made out to be in its presentation. Meanwhile, some consumers claim to be equally unimpressed.

The attractive cellular configuration of the 2021 iPad Pro 12.9 also comes with 128GB of mass storage, an excellent Mini-LED display and the quick Apple M1 SoC. At almost 40 percent off MSRP, the flagship tablet is still worth consideration in late 2023.

iFixit called the iPhone 14 a 'design triumph' last year, with the repair experts marvelling at Apple's decision to make its smartphone more repairable than those that went before it. However, the numerous software locks that exist have made the iPhone 14 almost impossible to repair without Apple's approval.

It should now be possible to more closely analyse your sleep quality when using a Garmin smartwatch and an iPhone or iPad. As of Garmin Connect v4.71, iOS and iPadOS will be able to access sleep stage data, not just sleep duration.

While the Hungarian ground vehicles and helicopters join the Italian tech trees, bluewater naval battles get rank VI ships, War Thunder's "Sons of Attila" update also comes with new military hardware for most nations in the game. The game receives multiple visual improvements, a new map, and more.

One of the biggest improvements in the new iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max is the Apple A17 Pro SoC. Cupertino claims the A17 Pro to be a snappy chip with the ability to even play AAA games a few of which are due to launch next year. However, according to the testing of the iPhone 15 Pro Max by a Chinese reviewer, the phone is one toasty contender resulting in substantial thermal throttling.

The iPhone 15 series has now been subjected to battery endurance tests, with some less-than-ideal results indicating poor efficiency numbers on the chipset end. The iPhone 15 Pro Max and iPhone 15 Pro somehow manage to deliver worse battery performance than their predecessors, despite having slightly bigger batteries.

The latest iPhones have had an unusually long pre-order phase following their launch compared to previous generation. According to a widely-respected analyst, the new telephoto zoom lens exclusive to the 15 Pro Max is a main factor in this situation. It has also become more expensive to produce - however, that cost might be worth it to Apple in the long run.

The iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max has made the leap to titanium-alloy frames as well as USB type-C. However, some content creators have observed that they seem to have acquired a problem right from the hands-on preview stage. They appear to attract fingerprints and grime to such a degree that they seem to lose their new colors.

ESR's latest charging accessory is touted as the ideal gadget for a user that carries an iPhone, an Apple Watch and AirPods around with them while travelling. The 3-in-1 Travel Wireless Charging Set is thus rated to wirelessly charge all 3 at once thanks to its innovative new "Made for Watch" module that plugs into the rest of it via USB type-C.

The well-known vlogger Lewis Hilsenteger of UnboxTherapy has received what, on first glance, could be a 15 Pro that folds in half. It seems to hint at a cover display and a Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5-like build. However, on closer inspection, the device has none of the specs or features one might hope for in a first-gen clamshell flexible-display iPhone.

Apple has clarified that it will be issuing an OTA update to address the French government's high radiation concerns with the iPhone 12. This comes in the wake of France giving an ultimatum to the Cupertino-giant of banning iPhone 12 sales in the country if not rectified. Unlike most other countries that mandate SAR values for head and whole body, France performs SAR testing for limbs as well wherein the iPhone 12 had 43.5% higher RF emissions than permissible.

The RAM amounts and types for all of the phones in the recently released Apple iPhone 15 series have been shared online. While the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max get straight RAM increases over their iPhone 14 counterparts, there is a more subtle RAM upgrade for the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus.

Next year's iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus are expected to feature a better performing A17 Pro SoC fabbed on TSMC's N3E process. The just-announced iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max use the A17 Pro that is designed on TSMC's N3B process. However, this process is not compatible with other TSMC 3 nm nodes, which means Apple will have to essentially redesign the A17 Pro for the new N3E node.

Apple's new A17 Pro SoC is only marginally faster than its predecessor in Geekbench 6.2. Its single-core performance improvement is around 10%, and multi-core about 5%.

The Agence nationale des Fréquences (AFNR) has determined that the iPhone 12 emits more than permitted levels of radiation in certain scenarios. With SAR levels over 40% higher than allowed if an iPhone 12 is in a pocket, the AFNR has ordered Apple to stop selling the affected model immediately until it can find a resolution.

Not only has JSAUX just unveiled its very first line of cases, it has also revealed that they are for the brand new iPhone 15 series. The accessories' RingLax flip-down stand doubles as a finger-grip, and lines up with their MagSafe-compatible charging rings. The new cases are accompanied by a new dock that expands the iPhones' new USB port with inputs such as HDMI and a 3.5mm jack.

Qualcomm has announced that its Snapdragon Modem‑RF Systems will continue to power mobile data on iPhones of the next few generations. The news may imply the state of silicon development at Apple, and is touted to keep Qualcomm at the forefront of 5G development over the next 3 years.

A major case manufacturer has effectively confirmed that Apple will replace the Mute switch for at least some of its next iPhones. Reportedly only arriving on the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, the new action button should offer greater versatility than the mute switch, although its customisation options remain unknown for now.

Compatible with Xbox One, Windows laptops and desktops, as well as Macs, the 16 TB Seagate One Touch Hub external HDD features two front-facing USB ports (one 3.0 and one Type-C) and has a US$459.99 Amazon list price. However, the ongoing 24% discount takes it down to a more budget-friendly US$349.99.

Apple has no plans to up the storage on its upcoming smartphones. The iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max will all ship with 128 GB storage on board. The iPhone 15 Pro Max will also cost US$100 more than its predecessor.

(Update: Now even cheaper) The almost maxed-out configuration of the MacBook Pro 14 from 2021 has become considerably more affordable as a reputable online retailer has introduced a gigantic 39% discount for the Apple M1 Max-powered multimedia notebook.

Apple has been developing 3D printing techniques for manufacturing its products over the past three years, reports Bloomberg. It has been trialing the new method on the Series 9 Apple Watch models that feature steel cases, which are expected to launch next month.

On the 12th of September, we are getting a new generation of the iPhone, as well as the Watch. In the meantime, several iconic products such as the "trash can" Mac Pro will again be left waiting for Apple to revive them in one form or another. This is a short list of what will most certainly not be revived this September.

The 2022 Apple MacBook Air with the M2 SoC is currently on sale for US$899, a 120-day low rate at Best Buy. The entry-level M2 MacBook Air packs an 8-core CPU and GPU, 8 GB of memory, and 256 GB of RAM. Furthermore, the display on offer is a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina IPS panel that has a notch housing a webcam.

Apple is expected to announce a bevy of new products at its event next week, including Airpods that can charge via USB-C. This rumor comes courtesy of Mark Gurman at Bloomberg.

Apple has officially confirmed the date of its next hardware launch event. Billed as 'Wonderlust' and occurring in two weeks, the event is expected to toast the releases of at least the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Pro, Watch Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2.

The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max has been given the number one position in a chart of the global top 10 most-shipped smartphones for the first half of 2023 (1H23). In fact, Apple has taken up five slots in the table, including the top four places, leaving Samsung to grab the rest with various Galaxy S and Galaxy A phones. This meant there was no room left for Xiaomi/Redmi devices.

Apple's flagship tablet may get a major upgrade next year. Per industry tipster Mark Gurman, Apple will equip the next version of the iPad Pro with the company's upcoming M3 chip, the same silicon rumored to debut in MacBooks later this year.