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DxOMark has subjected the iPhone 15 Pro Max to a series of battery life tests. Although the new model fares better than the iPhone 14 Pro Max overall, it does despite relying upon an apparently less efficient chipset.

Released in 2009, Grammarly became a popular assistant for students, professional writers, and people who need assistance with various projects from time to time. While the standalone Editor apps for Windows and Mac will be discontinued in the first days of 2024, their successors (Grammarly for Windows and Mac) are already available.

Apple has released new updates for its various operating systems, including macOS and watchOS. Available as macOS Sonoma 14.2 and watchOS 10.2 respectively, the updates introduce several new features each, including the return of swiping to change a watch face on an Apple Watch.

Apple has published its next big updates for iPhones and iPads. Rolling out as iOS 17.2 and iPadOS 17.2, the updates add various new features, including a new Journal app, Spatial video support and Qi2 charging functionality for older iPhones.

The 3rd gen Apple AirPods are once again discounted to their lowest price yet of $140, last seen in the Black Friday week. The earphones, otherwise priced at $169, feature spatial audio and adaptive EQ, a 6 hour battery life, and an IPX4 rating for both the earphones and the case. The AirPods Pro 2 are also currently discounted by 20% to $200.

The Apple AirTag tracker is now available again at a discounted price on Amazon. Shoppers in the US and the UK can pick up a 4-pack of the handy device and enjoy up to a 20% discount from the official Apple price. The AirTag was introduced in 2021 and has become a popular buy among Apple fans and those who like to keep a track of their belongings.

Renowned for its unconventional ergonomics and universally criticized charging method, Apple's Magic Mouse has become synonymous with a love-hate relationship among users. Speculation about an impending update to the device, alongside other Magic accessories, has surfaced online on Weibo. However, the details remain shrouded in mystery, leaving enthusiasts to wonder whether the revision will finally address the long-awaited design improvements.

As per Tesla’s official announcement, Tesla cars will receive Apple Podcasts as a part of the upcoming holiday update. After the update is rolled out, Tesla drivers will be able to access Apple’s podcast app via Tesla’s app launcher.

According to a new report, Apple is working towards delivering upgraded microphone hardware in its flagship iPhones, starting with the iPhone 16 series. While minor in of itself, it should allow the likes of the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro to offer an overhauled Siri experience that does not rely on pre-defined answers to questions.

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While apps are increasingly utilizing end-to-end encryption, push notifications usually cross Apple and Google's servers before appearing on users' smartphones. Governments are taking advantage of this fact to monitor users.

According to a new report from esteemed Bloomberg editor Mark Gurman, Apple plans to introduce several new products in early spring 2024. Not only is the company expected to release new MacBook Air 13 and MacBook Air 15 models with Apple M3 chipsets, but there could also be new iPad Air and iPad Pro models with accompanying updated Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard accessories.

LG is reportedly planning to break into camera-under-panel technology, albeit not until 2026 at the earliest. Nevertheless, Apple is projected to jump on the new display type as soon as possible, in order to dump the Dynamic Island for nothing at all in both its vanilla- and Pro-grade iPhones over time.

Apple has made the release candidate version of the upcoming update available to developers for testing. Registered Apple developers can install the macOS Sonoma 14.2 RC update and preview it before the final launch.

Stray, the game that lets you play as a cat, has landed on the Mac App Store for US$30. It is compatible with Apple's MetalFX and will easily run on most MacBooks.

The November 2023 Steam Survey reveals that both the Steam Deck and Windows 11 are seeing a strong up tick adoption. Meanwhile, Windows 10 saw a staggering loss of users. Curiously, data points to at least a few users switching to Windows on their Steam Decks.

Apple has introduced the release candidate of iOS 17.2, revealing a few nice surprises for iPhone users. First and foremost, the tech giant is adding Qi2 to the iPhone 13 and iPhone 14, while the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max are getting improvements for the telephoto camera.

As per new reports, Apple has asked the Indian IT ministry to delay the enactment of the charging rule or exempt the older iPhone models from it. Unless the exemption is granted, Apple might struggle to fulfil the targets laid down by the Indian PLI program.

OtterBox touts its new Lumen series as the most novel and innovative cases on the market, with a "trusted" protective design finished with aerial shots of "iconic destination" cities such as New York. Accordingly, the brand hints that they may be the perfect unique holiday gift for iPhone 15-series users who also love travel (or the idea of travel, at least). The Lumen Series Passport cases are also MagSafe-compatible and have optional matching AirTag covers.

While some competitors come with bundled services that make them more attractive (Disney+ sports Hulu and ESPN+ for US$12.99 a month), Apple TV+ goes for US$5.99 and Paramount+ Essential is US$5.99, both supported by ads. A recent report reveals that the two companies might deliver consumers a competitive bundled offering.

As per some recent reports from a well known industry insider, Apple has apparently been actively working towards developing its own 6G modems. And simultaneously, the company is also working on 5G cellular modems.

According to new analysis, Apple may have based its Apple S9 SiP powering the Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 on its A16 Bionic chipset. Manufactured using TSMC's N4P process, the Apple S9 contains about 60% more transistors than its predecessors.

2023 saw the introduction of an almost infinite number of smartphones. Even though launch events are still far from over, especially in China at the beginning of December, the first yearly reviews (and their winners and losers) are emerging.

Aside from the titanium frame, the Action button is the most significant design innovation of the iPhone 15 Pro. Next year, this versatile, user-programmable button will also be installed in the cheaper models of the iPhone 16 series and will be able to detect pressure.

Apple has released an urgent software update for iPhones and has urged users to install it. The update will fix issues with WebKit, Apple's web browser engine. The same update is also available for iPads and MacBooks.

Best Buy is running a sale on M2 MacBook Airs and the M3 MacBook Pro 14, cutting the price on these notebooks by up to 18%. This drops the M2 MacBook Airs top an all-time low price of under US$900.

Valve announced today that it would no longer support the Steam Client on macOS 10.14 or earlier versions starting February 15th. The decision comes as a result of Apple dropping support for 32-bit applications with macOS 10.15.

The Apple A17 Pro in the iPhone 15 Pro costs Apple around US$130 to produce, of which less than 0.2% is attributable to license fees for the ARM architecture, as a new report shows. At the same time, rumors are circulating that Apple has abandoned the development of an in-house 5G modem.

Apple has reportedly failed to develop its own 5G modem and will abandon any further efforts. It was slated to debut alongside the iPhone SE 4 sometime in 2025.

A Chinese media outlet report says only 400,000 Apple Vision Pro units will be available at launch. That figure will gradually increase to 1 million throughout 2024.

The iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max are proving to be extremely popular, as 71% of all iPhones produced in October were Pro models, while Apple produced 16% more iPhone 15s than iPhone 14s in the same month of last year.

Frore Systems has given a demonstration of its innovative AirJet cooling system, which cools processors and graphics chips using ultrasonic vibrations, in a 15-inch MacBook Air. The silent cooling system gives Apple's thinnest 15-inch laptop a performance boost.

Apple's Black Friday 2023 sale is now open. Anyone who orders a selected iPhone, iPad, MacBook or Apple Watch by Monday will receive a free Apple gift card that can be used to purchase accessories or software. Is this offer worthwhile?

B&H is offering a killer deal on the 16-inch MacBook Pro with M1 Max, at up to US$2100 off. Despite its age, the M1 Max still packs a punch, especially considering the configuration offered which sweetens the deal even more.

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The Apple A17 Pro in the iPhone 15 Pro throttles very quickly to avoid overheating. A modder has now upgraded the iPhone 15 Pro with vapor-chamber cooling to demonstrate how much faster Apple's flagship could be if the cooling can keep up with the SoC.

Apple is planning to continue moving the design of its chips and other internal components in-house, including camera sensors, according to well known Apple insider Mark Gurman. Image sensors are vital not only for the iPhone and iPad lineup, but also for upcoming mixed reality hardware and autonomous-driving systems which the company is working on.

According to new rumours, Apple may offer next-generation iPad Pro tablets in three sizes. While 11-inch and 12.9-inch models are claimed to utilise OLED panels for the first time, a new 14-inch screen size could be on the way with a Mini LED panel. A faster Apple M3 and new accessories could be in the offing, too.

The iPhone 16 Pro is tipped to launch with a battery designed to better prevent the risk of over-heating. Now, the leaker behind this claim is back with live images that purport to show the changes in question. The component has some things in common with current iPhone batteries, although it might have some work to do before it becomes part of a next-gen flagship smartphone.

Using devices like Apple's Vision Pro, the tech giant aims to provide its customers with a more personalized, interactive and informative shopping and support experience. Recently obtained patents reveal Apple's plans to broaden its utilization of augmented reality.

The 9th iteration of Apple's most affordable tablet arrived two years ago and its price on Amazon topped in late February 2022 at US$479.99 (64 GB, WiFi version). Now with a list price of US$329, this popular 10.2-inch slate is down to US$229.99, thanks to a solid 30% discount that brings it to a new all-time low.

The Apple Watch Series 9 price has hit an all-time low on Amazon for the 45 mm variant with GPS. The discount is available on a range of colors including Midnight, (PRODUCT)RED, and Pink. Although the Watch Series 9 is an incremental upgrade over the Watch Series 8, the price cut should make the device worth a serious consideration.

Apple touts the vanilla iPhone 15 and 15 Plus as having Super Retina XDR screens - however, the supposed flagship devices are saddled with a display refresh rate that is virtually extinct amongst even the cheapest new Android smartphones in 2023. Nevertheless, according to a new leak, there is no point in upgrading to their 16-series successors in order to get away from that spec next year.

With a list price of US$104.99, the CarlinKit 5.0 wireless adapter is now down to US$55.99. This accessory can help owners of cars featuring Apple CarPlay and Android Auto go wireless. It sports a built-in 5G chip with automatic reconnection and works with most car brands, such as Ford, Mercedes, Honda, Nissan, Porsche, or Audi.

Another move that will bring iOS and Android one step closer has been confirmed by Apple for 2024 when the tech giant's smartphones will get support for RCS. Thanks to it, texts between the two platforms will get typing indicators and read confirmations alongside high-quality multimedia content.