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Deleted Twitter post of Google's US social media team (Source: Ian Zelbo)

Caught red-handed: Google's social media team used an iPhone to post about the Pixel 7

The iPhone seems the weapon of choice for most social media brands of Apple's competitors. In the past, this happened to brands like Huawei and Samsung. Now, the time has come for Google's social media team to post on Twitter usin...

Codrut Nistor, 20 Oct 2022 09:52

Smart TVs may just keep getting bigger. (Source: TCL)

Smart TVs are projected to make for a US$450+ billion business by 2030

The global smart TV market is estimated to attain just over US$451 billion in value by 2030 in a new market analysis report. 4K/UHD and screen sizes of 65 inches at the least are projected to be the biggest winners in terms of gro...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Oct 2022 17:44

The iPhone 14 is proving more popular than the iPhone 14 Plus. (Image source: Apple)

Apple stops iPhone 14 Plus production to re-assess consumer demand

Reportedly, Apple is having as little luck shifting iPhone 14 Plus units as it did with the iPhone 13 mini. Such is the apparent lack of demand for the new model that Apple has already ceased production just two weeks after launch...

Alex Alderson, 19 Oct 2022 14:45

Apple has bundled Stage Manager in iPadOS 16 and macOS Ventura updates. (Image source: Apple)

Apple confirms iPadOS 16 and macOS Ventura release dates

Apple may have announced new hardware today, but it has also announced public release dates for iPadOS 16 and macOS Ventura. Available across multiple product lines, both OS updates ship with Stage Manager and a dedicated Weather ...

Alex Alderson, 19 Oct 2022 11:55

A well-known online retailer has a very intriguing rebate for the Apple M1-powered 2020 MacBook Air (Image: Apple)

Deal | MacBook Air with Apple M1 SoC gets steep 20% discount and drops to its most compelling sale price to date

The 2020 MacBook Air may already be two years old, but the blazing-fast Apple M1 SoC and a considerably discounted price arguably give this 13-inch laptop one of the best price-to-performance ratios that Cupertino has to offer the...

Enrico Frahn, 19 Oct 2022 01:32

The new iPad arrives in four colours and two storage configurations. (Image source: Apple)

New entry-level Apple iPad arrives with various updates and a strange dongle

Apple has overhauled the entry-level iPad, one of three tablets that the company has introduced today. Not only has Apple given its budget iPad a new design, but it has also upgraded the tablet to USB Type-C and the A14 Bionic. Th...

Alex Alderson, 18 Oct 2022 18:11

The iPad Pro now features the Apple M2 and Wi-Fi 6E connectivity. (Image source: Apple)

Apple refreshes iPad Pro 11 and iPad Pro 12.9 with Apple M2, Apple Pencil and Wi-Fi 6E improvements

Apple has announced new 11-inch and 12.9-inch iPad Pro models. Now available with the Apple M2, the iPad Pro 11 and iPad Pro 12.9 also have Wi-Fi 6E connectivity, unlike the current MacBook Air.

Alex Alderson, 18 Oct 2022 17:33

This headset could come with gloves. (Source: Antonio de Rosa)

Apple VR glove with finger- and hand-tracking patent hints at companion accessories for the "Reality Pro" headset

Apple has patented its own glove for virtual reality applications. The accessory incorporates a comprehensive array of sensors that might translate hand and finger movement to a game or metaverse-like environment with high accurac...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Oct 2022 16:23

Foldable iPads or hybrid phone-tablets? (Image Source: homy.world)

Analyst suggests Apple could release its first foldable in iPad form by 2024

The first foldable Apple device would be an iPad rather than an iPhone. Market analyst Ben Wood believes that foldable phones would be detrimental for the current premium iPhone lineup. Apple may look to test the waters with a fol...

Bogdan Solca, 18 Oct 2022 14:00

New MacBook Pros coming later this month.

macOS 13 Ventura coming later this month with support for M2 Pro and M2 Max MacBook Pro

Although there is no official announcement yet, the latest reports claim that macOS Ventura will arrive in the final week of this month. Announced back in early June, macOS 13 Ventura is expected to bring support for the unrelease...

Codrut Nistor, 17 Oct 2022 17:49

Apple makes some Savings. (Source: Apple)

Apple Card UI spawns a new Savings facility

Apple has announced that its Card's app now supports a new Savings account. This new service has been designed to store money accrued through its Daily Cash spending incentive. The new account type, which will apparently be mainta...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Oct 2022 18:50

An Apple M2-powered iPad Pro concept. (Image source: @ld_vova on Twitter)

Apple iPads in 2024 to feature thinner hybrid OLED displays that are cheaper and do not crumple

Apple is reportedly looking at hybrid OLED display technology in its quest to further slim the iPad. Apparently, the company is of the opinion that hybrid OLED is a better alternative to flexible OLED owing to lower production cos...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 16 Oct 2022 08:02

The two new color variants blue and purple aside, the iPhone 14 is virtually indistinguishable from the iPhone 13.

Apple iPhone 14: Premium Smartphone with Innovation Issues

The Apple iPhone 14 performs very well in our review and achieves top scores primarily in the performance, display, and camera categories. Regardless, not much has changed compared to the iPhone 13 despite its higher base price. I...

Manuel Masiero, 16 Oct 2022 07:19

Apple receives US$19 million fine in Brazil for selling phones without a charger

Although the decision is not final and Apple will fight back, a Brazilian court has decided to fine the Cupertino-based tech giant with the equivalent of roughly US$19 million for selling phones without chargers. Even more, the co...

Codrut Nistor, 14 Oct 2022 11:15

Microsoft Photos app with iCloud Photos support in Windows 11 (Source: Microsoft)

Microsoft delivers iCloud Photos support to Windows 11's Photos app

Although it is only available in the Dev Channel, support for iCloud Photos in Windows 11's Photos app is an inspired move by Microsoft that promises to bring its ecosystem closer to Apple's. Even more, Apple TV and Apple Music wi...

Codrut Nistor, 13 Oct 2022 13:51

Apple will rollout 5G support for Indian users in December. (Image Source: James Yarema on Unsplash)

Apple and Samsung clarify on 5G OTA update timelines for Indian users

Apple and Samsung will soon push out OTA updates to enable 5G reception for respective devices in India. Indian telcos Airtel and Jio have started 5G trials in select telecom circles in the country with wider coverage expected in ...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 13 Oct 2022 02:50

The iPhone 14 Plus' internals. (Source: PBKReviews via YouTube)

iPhone 14 Plus teardown compares its repairability to that of the vanilla 14

The 14 Plus marks Apple's return to larger versions of base-model iPhones in 2022. Some of its prospective owners might want to know if it also has the same resurrected removable back cover as the base-model 14. A vlogging channel...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Oct 2022 18:44

The iOS 16.0.3 software update is now available for download (image via own)

iOS 16.0.3 arrives with multiple bug fixes for iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max users

The iOS 16.0.3 update is now rolling out for all eligible devices. It is 1.21 GB in size and addresses issues such as slow camera app launch times and delayed notifications on the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max.

Anil Ganti, 10 Oct 2022 20:47

The iPhone 14 Pro Max has slightly worse battery life than its predecessor. (Image source: NotebookCheck)

Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max fails to beat predecessor in battery life tests

Apple has equipped the iPhone 14 Pro Max with an excellent display, supposedly the best display of any smartphone released to date. However, the iPhone 14 Pro Max cannot quite match expectations with its battery life, with Apple's...

Alex Alderson, 10 Oct 2022 18:30

Apple may finally ditch Lightning in favor of USB-C with next year's iPhones. (Source: Marcus Urbenz on Unsplash)

iPhone 15 could feature a USB-C port but it may not be long before Apple moves to fully wireless iPhones and iPads

After countless rumors, Apple may finally be ready to ditch the aging Lightning port on its mobile devices starting with the 2023 iPhone 15. Thanks in no small part to the latest legislation by the EU that requires device manufact...

Fawad Murtaza, 10 Oct 2022 13:12

Apple A16 Bionic processor design (Source: Apple)

Apple's 5G modem will not be ready before 2025

After a few years of rumors, it looks like Apple's in-house 5G modem is still not ready to see the light. According to insiders familiar with the matter, the iPhone 16, expected to arrive in 2024, will use chips that Qualcomm stil...

Codrut Nistor, 10 Oct 2022 11:36

iPhone SE 4 unofficial render (Source: MacRumors)

iPhone SE 4 could come with a notched 6.1-inch LCD

According to reputed analyst Ross Young, the iPhone SE 4 will ship with a 6.1-inch IPS LCD screen. He previously revealed that the next-gen compact iPhone would hit the market with a 5.7-6.1-inch display with a notch for the selfi...

Codrut Nistor, 10 Oct 2022 10:52

Apple preps for a 2nm A18 processor (image: Apple)

2nm Apple A18 processor reportedly scheduled to power the iPhone 17 Ultra

Since TSMC will only move to the novel and more complex GAAFET chip production technology for the 2nm node, Apple has reportedly started readying its test equipment for the A18 processor that will use the new method. The 2nm Apple...

Daniel Zlatev, 09 Oct 2022 18:29

Amazon currently offers the MacBook Pro 13 with the quick M2 processor for US$200 off its list price (Image: Apple)

Deal | MacBook Pro 13 with Apple M2 SoC and 512GB SSD drops to its lowest price ever on Amazon

Amazon's current deal for the iconic 13-inch MacBook Pro with the fast Apple M2 processor might be a good choice for buyers who would like to avoid the controversial display notch found on the similarly priced but also passively c...

Enrico Frahn, 08 Oct 2022 19:49

Apple iPhone 14 Pro and 13 Pro in a direct camera comparison.

Camera comparison: iPhone 14 Pro vs. iPhone 13 Pro

For the first time ever, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro uses a 48-MP sensor and promises improved colors from the macro lens compared to its predecessor. Luckily, we have an iPhone 13 Pro on hand to compare the two smartphones.

Daniel Schmidt, 08 Oct 2022 18:56

The iPhone 14 Pro phones sport new camera hardware where it counts. (Source: Apple)

Apple iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max camera hardware details revealed

New information has now detailed the camera hardware of the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max. Both models sport new, improved hardware, with three of the phones' four cameras upgrading to bigger CMOS sensors.

Ricci Rox, 08 Oct 2022 13:21

Putting a 14 Pro Max together cost a lot, as it turns out. (Source: iFixit)

iPhone 14 Pro Max production is found to cost 46% of its base retail price per unit

A new bill of materials (BoM) analysis for the iPhone 14 series has concluded that the unit cost of manufacturing these new flagships has grown by ~20% compared to that of its 13-series counterparts. Most of this increased expense...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Oct 2022 18:07

The 14 Plus: 14, just bigger. (Source: Apple)

iPhone 14 Plus is officially released for sale in the US and other markets

Apple has formally released the new Plus version of the iPhone 14 to its first-party storefronts today (October 7, 2022). The device has the Cupertino giant's top-end mobile form factor, yet lacks the full gamut of camera and disp...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Oct 2022 16:37

Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max: Lots of battery power, but quite heavy

The large smartphone from Apple has the same features as the small Pro, but a larger display, a much more powerful battery and also weighs noticeably more. So it's not a smartphone for everyone due to its physical prowess alone. B...

Daniel Schmidt, 07 Oct 2022 14:54

Apple Watch Series 7 blown up and in smoke (Source: 9to5Mac)

Apple Watch Series 7 blows up after overheating on the user's wrist

An Apple Watch Series 7 has recently started overheating, and less than a day later, it began emitting smoke, and finally blew up. Fortunately, nobody was hurt in the process, but Apple tried to convince the user in question to st...

Codrut Nistor, 06 Oct 2022 12:17

The Xiaomi 12S Ultra comes out on top against all odds. (Source: Xiaomi)

Apple iPhone 14 Pro, Xiaomi 12T Pro, Galaxy S22 Ultra join other flagships in camera shutter lag test

A new camera test published earlier today doesn't test the actual photographic chops of the most high-profile flagship phones on the market. Instead, it focuses on shutter lag—an important camera quality, especially for those who ...

Ricci Rox, 06 Oct 2022 00:55

Samsung trying to make under-display cameras better

Samsung aims to drastically improve under-display camera quality for Z Fold 6 and iPhone 16

Unsatisfied with the Galaxy Z Fold line under-display camera quality, Samsung is embarking on a technological change crusade that will directly benefit the 2024 iPhones as well. By using a transparent OLED display substrate, Samsu...

Daniel Zlatev, 05 Oct 2022 16:44

Instagram rendered inoperable on multiple iPhone models; latest v255.0 update likely to blame

Multiple users have taken to Twitter to complain about the Instagram app not working on their iPhones. The only workaround is to uninstall and reinstall the app and keep it running in the background until Meta issues an official f...

Anil Ganti, 05 Oct 2022 04:28

Apple AirPods Pro 2 case battery is revealed to be nearly as big as that of the Watch Ultra

Apple touts its new AirPods Pro (or AirPods Pro 2) as having prolonged use between charges compared to the previous generation. Now, their registration with the 3C regulator has reportedly revealed the batteries behind these claim...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Oct 2022 21:27

Regardless, the A16 Bionic remains the most powerful mobile chipset. (Source: Apple)

Latest Apple A16 Bionic GPU benchmarks confirm a disappointing generational performance jump

The A16 Bionic on the iPhone 14 Pro duo has now been put through a series of tests in an attempt to gauge its GPU performance. While the chipset does outperform its peers, it fails to deliver noticeable improvements in raw perform...

Ricci Rox, 04 Oct 2022 12:35

Amazon has a noteworthy deal for the base model of the current Apple M1-powered MacBook Pro 14 (Image: Apple)

Deal | Lightning-fast MacBook Pro 14 with Apple M1 Pro and 16GB RAM gets an intriguing 20% discount in Amazon's latest sale

Apple's quick 14-inch laptop usually sells for its official MSRP of around US$1,999; but thanks to a new deal on Amazon and a quite significant 20% discount, the 2021 MacBook Pro can now be ordered for one of its lowest prices ahe...

Enrico Frahn, 04 Oct 2022 01:59

iPhone SE 4: New leak reveals details of Apple's next compact phone including a lack of Face ID

Apple seems to already have the fourth-gen iPhone SE in the works. A new leak from a generally solid source has now revealed some important details of the compact phone, with Face ID expected to be absent—while a price bump from t...

Ricci Rox, 03 Oct 2022 17:30

Stage Manager has arrived for more iPads, but external monitor compatibility has been removed for now. (Image source: Apple)

Apple enables Stage Manager software support on older iPad Pro tablets with a catch for newer models

A new iPadOS 16 beta build has confirmed that Apple is moving away from making Stage Manager an M1-exclusive feature. Instead, the multitasking feature has been opened up to iPads with A12X Bionic and A12Z Bionic chipsets.

Alex Alderson, 03 Oct 2022 14:29

YouTube Premium perks as of early October 2022 (Source: Own)

YouTube might limit 4K videos to YouTube Premium

After testing up to 10 unskippable ads before videos, YouTube is now apparently investigating another way to increase revenue. In the future, 4K videos could only be available for YouTube Premium users. Google declined to comment ...

Codrut Nistor, 02 Oct 2022 17:03

The iPhone 14 Pro's scores are out. (Source: DxOMark)

iPhone 14 Pro's failure to hit the #1 spot in the DxOMark has nothing to do with its recent stabilization bugs

DxOMark has just released its camera assessment of the iPhone 14 Pro, in which the group praises its upgraded shooters' color reproduction, auto-focus, dynamic range and detail highly. Nevertheless, the new Apple flagship has not ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Oct 2022 17:29

The AirPods Pro 2 are just as locked down as Apple's other earbuds. (Image source: iFixit)

Apple AirPods Pro 2 receive dismal repairability score from teardown specialists

iFixit has disassembled the AirPods Pro 2, Apple's latest flagship earbuds. Sadly, the AirPods Pro 2 is basically unrepairable and is at odds with Apple's apparent embrace of right to repair. As iFixit found out, destroying the Ai...

Alex Alderson, 30 Sep 2022 20:11

Apple AR/VR headset design concept (image: Antonio De Rosa)

Apple Glasses AR/VR device may be released with record 2800 PPI OLED display pixel density

Samsung and LG would have to develop the jaw-dropping 3500 PPI OLED microdisplays for Apple's 2024 Glasses VR headgear, up from the initial 2800 PPI ask. Even the first 2023 Apple Glasses display supplier, Sony, will be offering r...

Daniel Zlatev, 30 Sep 2022 09:52

1MORE SonoFlow wireless ANC headphones hands-on (Source: Own)

1MORE SonoFlow hands-on: A simply amazing ANC headset for less than US$100

For less than US$100, the 1MORE SonoFlow comes with LDAC support, noise cancellation capabilities, and audio transparency. The impressive battery life of this headset hits 70 hours without ANC but goes down to 50 hours when using ...

Codrut Nistor, 29 Sep 2022 19:11

iPhone 14 sales in China are reportedly slumping. (Source: Apple-edited)

Disappointing iPhone 14/14 Plus sales allegedly prompt Foxconn to cut production in favor of the iPhone 14 Pro/14 Pro Max

Apple iPhone 14 series starts at US$799 for the non-Pro iPhone 14. Even though the phone costs a lot less than the iPhone 14 Pro (US$999) it reportedly isn’t selling as well as its more expensive sibling in China. Per a report by ...

Fawad Murtaza, 28 Sep 2022 13:28

Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max gets "Best Display" award from DisplayMate (Source: Apple)

DisplayMate awards the "Best Smartphone Display" title to the iPhone 14 Pro Max

Apple continues to dominate DisplayMate's smartphone display rankings, as the brand's iPhone 14 Pro Max has just grabbed the crown from its predecessor, receiving the A+ rating. The highlights of this Samsung-made display include ...

Codrut Nistor, 28 Sep 2022 10:35

The iPhone 14 Pro isn't playing nice with many wireless charging solutions (image via Apple)

iPhone 14 Pro's wireless charging capabilities reportedly hampered by its thick camera housing

Multiple users have taken to internet forums to complain about the lack of compatibility between wireless chargers and their iPhone 14 Pro smartphones. Its large camera bump causes some devices to not charge outright, while others...

Anil Ganti, 27 Sep 2022 18:30

The iPhone 15 Ultra is rumoured to bring forth some significant upgrades (image via Apple)

iPhone 15 Ultra could add more real estate to Dynamic Island with a second selfie camera sensor

Twitter leaker Majin Bu states that the iPhone 15 Ultra (aka iPhone 15 Pro Max) will ship with two selfie cameras. It will feature a USB Type-C port and at least 256 GB of storage.

Anil Ganti, 27 Sep 2022 16:24

Apple

Caught red-handed: Google's social media team used an iPhone to post about the Pixel 7

Smart TVs are projected to make for a US$450+ billion business by 2030

Apple stops iPhone 14 Plus production to re-assess consumer demand

Apple confirms iPadOS 16 and macOS Ventura release dates

Deal | MacBook Air with Apple M1 SoC gets steep 20% discount and drops to its most compelling sale price to date

New entry-level Apple iPad arrives with various updates and a strange dongle

Apple refreshes iPad Pro 11 and iPad Pro 12.9 with Apple M2, Apple Pencil and Wi-Fi 6E improvements

Apple VR glove with finger- and hand-tracking patent hints at companion accessories for the "Reality Pro" headset

Analyst suggests Apple could release its first foldable in iPad form by 2024

macOS 13 Ventura coming later this month with support for M2 Pro and M2 Max MacBook Pro

Apple Card UI spawns a new Savings facility

Apple iPads in 2024 to feature thinner hybrid OLED displays that are cheaper and do not crumple

Apple iPhone 14: Premium Smartphone with Innovation Issues

Apple receives US$19 million fine in Brazil for selling phones without a charger

89% Apple iPhone 14 smartphone review - Small upgrades for the Apple phone

Microsoft delivers iCloud Photos support to Windows 11's Photos app

Apple and Samsung clarify on 5G OTA update timelines for Indian users

iPhone 14 Plus teardown compares its repairability to that of the vanilla 14

iOS 16.0.3 arrives with multiple bug fixes for iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max users

Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max fails to beat predecessor in battery life tests

iPhone 15 could feature a USB-C port but it may not be long before Apple moves to fully wireless iPhones and iPads

Apple's 5G modem will not be ready before 2025

iPhone SE 4 could come with a notched 6.1-inch LCD

2nm Apple A18 processor reportedly scheduled to power the iPhone 17 Ultra

Deal | MacBook Pro 13 with Apple M2 SoC and 512GB SSD drops to its lowest price ever on Amazon

Camera comparison: iPhone 14 Pro vs. iPhone 13 Pro

Apple iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max camera hardware details revealed

iPhone 14 Pro Max production is found to cost 46% of its base retail price per unit

iPhone 14 Plus is officially released for sale in the US and other markets

Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max: Lots of battery power, but quite heavy

90% Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max review: A gigantic, brawny smartphone

Apple Watch Series 7 blows up after overheating on the user's wrist

Apple iPhone 14 Pro, Xiaomi 12T Pro, Galaxy S22 Ultra join other flagships in camera shutter lag test

90% Apple iPhone 14 Pro review - The Apple smartphone is ready for the island

Samsung aims to drastically improve under-display camera quality for Z Fold 6 and iPhone 16

Instagram rendered inoperable on multiple iPhone models; latest v255.0 update likely to blame

Apple AirPods Pro 2 case battery is revealed to be nearly as big as that of the Watch Ultra

Latest Apple A16 Bionic GPU benchmarks confirm a disappointing generational performance jump

Deal | Lightning-fast MacBook Pro 14 with Apple M1 Pro and 16GB RAM gets an intriguing 20% discount in Amazon's latest sale

iPhone SE 4: New leak reveals details of Apple's next compact phone including a lack of Face ID

Apple enables Stage Manager software support on older iPad Pro tablets with a catch for newer models

YouTube might limit 4K videos to YouTube Premium

iPhone 14 Pro's failure to hit the #1 spot in the DxOMark has nothing to do with its recent stabilization bugs

Apple AirPods Pro 2 receive dismal repairability score from teardown specialists

Apple Glasses AR/VR device may be released with record 2800 PPI OLED display pixel density

1MORE SonoFlow hands-on: A simply amazing ANC headset for less than US$100

Disappointing iPhone 14/14 Plus sales allegedly prompt Foxconn to cut production in favor of the iPhone 14 Pro/14 Pro Max

DisplayMate awards the "Best Smartphone Display" title to the iPhone 14 Pro Max

iPhone 14 Pro's wireless charging capabilities reportedly hampered by its thick camera housing

iPhone 15 Ultra could add more real estate to Dynamic Island with a second selfie camera sensor

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