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World of Tanks has been around for a decade (Source: Own)

Happy anniversary, World of Tanks: Wargaming's flagship product has been around for (almost) a decade

To start the celebration of the upcoming anniversary properly, Wargaming has updated World of Tanks to 1.9, a version that comes with quite a few noticeable changes: a completely reworked tech tree without some hardware that has b...

Codrut Nistor, 22 Apr 2020 17:25

Facebook's Dark Mode is more of a Dark Grey Mode. (Image via 9to5Mac)

This is Facebook's Dark Mode on iOS

Facebook's Dark Mode is just around the corner. Various online sources have been able to enable the feature, showing a questionable design choice. Instead of using blacks in the theme (like most other dark modes), Facebook's Dark ...

Sam Medley, 22 Apr 2020 16:05

Does the MacBook Air 2020 have an overheating problem?

The MacBook Air 2020 runs hot, hotter than its predecessor. Its can run loud too, both because of Apple's questionable cooling system. As has been asked by some sections of the media, does that mean the MacBook Air 2020 has an ove...

Alex Alderson, 21 Apr 2020 19:09

The tfp0 bug that may lead to Jailbreak on A13 iOS devices. (Image via @ProteasWang on Twitter)

New exploit may lead to Jailbreak on A13 devices like the iPhone 11

A new exploit discovered in iOS 13.4.1 on A13 devices may lead to an eventual Jailbreak method for the iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, and iPhone 11 Pro Max running the latest version of iOS. While the bug itself is not able to Jailbrea...

Sam Medley, 21 Apr 2020 19:08

Apple's Xcode developer software is embedded in iPadOS 14 builds according to Jon Prosser. (Source: Apple)

Xcode said to baked into iPadOS 14, big implications for developers and pro-class apps for iPad

The leaks just keep coming from Jon Prosser at the moment and this new one is a big one, particularly if you’re a developer. However, it also has possibilities for the introduction of pro apps on the iPad which will only serve to ...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 21 Apr 2020 13:51

We may not see an iPhone SE Plus until 2021. (Image source: Apple)

iPhone SE Plus: Apple's 5.5-inch smartphone to launch in 2021 with an A13 Bionic SoC

Apple may not release an iPhone SE Plus until 2021, it has now emerged. While the device could launch over eight months after the new iPhone SE, it is said to still be featuring the A13 Bionic, a chipset that Apple announced last ...

Alex Alderson, 20 Apr 2020 18:00

The upcoming iPad Air is set to feature mini-LED technology (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Tipster unveils trove of upcoming Apple products: new mini-LED iPad Air with in-display fingerprint in the offing

A tipster unveiled a large number of purported devices and technology that Apple's set to reveal in 2021. This includes a 12-in ARM MacBook, further confirmation about Apple Tags, and evidence that the 2021 iPad Air might feature ...

Arjun Krishna Lal, 20 Apr 2020 12:33

Could the new AirPods tipped by Prosser be an AirPods Pro 'Lite'? (Source: Apple)

New AirPods ready to go, could join new MacBook Pro for May launch

Apple is keen to build on the sales momentum of its AirPods line. According to the latest in a string of Apple-related leaks from Jon Prosser, a new model is inbound and set to join the line up as soon as May when the next round o...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 20 Apr 2020 12:04

A sketch of the new True Depth Camera system powering Face ID. (Source: @JonProsser)

iPhone 12 Pro second-generation Face ID system detailed, more

Jon Prosser looks to be heading to No. 1 with a bullet as the leading Apple tipster on the internet right now. A self-professed “professional a**hole,” Prosser has been on the end of some excellent leaks lately, and his latest one...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 20 Apr 2020 11:25

The Tor Project has had to cut its team to 22 in response to a steep drop in funding. (Source: The Tor Project)

The Tor Project forced to lay off one-third of its staff

The Tor Project has announced that it has had to let go 13 employees, which counts for one-third of its core workforce. Entirely funded by donations, the team has been forced to make the layoffs due to the effects of COVID-19.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 19 Apr 2020 12:05

Apple Music's new web interface is live. (Source: Apple)

Apple Music now finally available through a web interface

Apple Music’s web-based interface is finally out of beta and is now widely available. The interface is long overdue and now puts Apple Music in line with its leading competitors all of which have browser-based access in addition t...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 19 Apr 2020 05:14

A shot of the alleged Google Card. (Source: TechCrunch)

A new leak suggests Google's version of the Apple Card is on the way

Late 2019 saw rumors that Google was developing a type of Apple Card-competitor in partnership with certain financial institutions. Now, there may be more evidence that this new instrument is indeed nearly a reality. It is to be a...

Deirdre O Donnell, 18 Apr 2020 21:51

MacOS 10.15.5 to include new battery management tool to increase battery lifespan

MacOS 10.15.5 Catalina will bring a new battery health tool that can reduce the maximum charge of a MacBook's lithium-ion battery. The tool aims to lengthen the overall longevity of a laptop's battery, but it may reduce battery li...

Sam Medley, 18 Apr 2020 18:13

A concept of what a 16-inch "iPad Pro Max" could look like (Image source: conceptstation_design & Tailosive Tech)

Apple should take a look at this iPad Pro Max concept

Imagined as a 16-inch iPad Pro, the iPad Pro Max concept is a joy to behold. Featuring more ports and a reimagined Magic Keyboard, the concept takes the idea of an iPad Pro being a laptop replacement and runs with it.

Alex Alderson, 17 Apr 2020 19:57

A new iPad Pro may still be released before the end of the year. (Image source: Apple)

Rumour | Apple delays 5G, A14X Bionic and mini-LED iPad Pro refresh until early 2021

Rumour has it that Apple has hit a snag with the development of its mini-LED iPad Pro refresh. Apparently now launching in early 2021, the fifth-generation iPad Pro series was originally slated for a Q3 2020 release instead. Confu...

Alex Alderson, 17 Apr 2020 14:45

This is our best look yet at what the iPhone 12 Pro Max will look like. (Source: @EverythingApplePro)

Near final iPhone 12 Pro Max render based on official CAD leak

EverythingApplePro and XDA’s Max Weinbach claim to have exclusively revealed the final iPhone 12 Pro Max design. It certainly looks authentic and aligns with recent rumors about its overall look. The biggest highlight from the app...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 17 Apr 2020 11:37

An iOS icon leak could point to what Apple's new headphones will look like. (Source: 9to5Mac)

Apple premium noise cancelling headphones said to be highly customizable

A new report from Bloomberg confirms that Apple is working on a set of on-ear or over-ear headphones. However, in a very Apple-like twist, the design is said to feature interchangeable parts to emphasize personal customization.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 17 Apr 2020 08:08

Qualcomm was the #1 phone processor maker in 2019. (Source: Qualcomm)

Qualcomm, MediaTek and Samsung are found to have been the biggest mobile chipset sellers in 2019

Counterpoint Research has released its latest report on the smartphone SoC market. It reports that Qualcomm remained the #1 vendor of such silicon worldwide in 2019, even though its share of the market fell slightly year-on-year. ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 16 Apr 2020 22:11

The new iPhone SE doesn't have all the latest hardware. (Image via Apple)

The iPhone SE 2020 doesn't have Apple's U1 Ultra Wideband chip, won't support AirTags

The new iPhone SE packs a lot of Apple's latest mobile hardware, but the U1 Ultra Wideband is absent. While this chip isn't used for much now, it does mean that the iPhone SE will be locked out of any features that rely on the chi...

Sam Medley, 16 Apr 2020 18:53

AMD already secured 5 nm production allocations for next year's Zen 4 CPUs. (Image Source: FocusTaiwan.com)

Report suggests AMD's upcoming Zen 4 CPUs will be built on an exclusive TSMC 5 nm enhanced node

AMD is emerging as one of the largest clients for TSMC, as team red has already secured 5 nm production allocations for the upcoming Zen 4 CPUs launching in 2021. The 5 nm node is still expected to go online this quarter, but adva...

Bogdan Solca, 16 Apr 2020 16:17

What does the best single-camera system in an iPhone mean, exactly? (Image source: Apple)

So, what 12 MP camera does the iPhone SE have? It's complicated, apparently

The dust has settled, the new iPhone SE is finally here. But with Apple being typically vague about what hardware it has included in its US$399 iPhone, there is some confusion about the device's 12 MP camera. What does the best si...

Alex Alderson, 16 Apr 2020 15:58

HP compares its latest Envy 15 to the MacBook Pro 16 and it conveniently leaves out some important differences (Image source: HP)

HP compares its latest 2020 Envy 15 to the MacBook Pro 16 and it conveniently leaves out some important differences

Can the upcoming Envy 15 persuade MacBook Pro users to hop the fence? HP certainly thinks so, but Apple users still have some key advantages on their side that most Windows laptops have yet to match.

Allen Ngo, 16 Apr 2020 14:00

The new Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro is up for order. (Source: Apple)

Apple's crazy expensive Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro is now up for order

Apple’s most expensive iPad Pro accessory yet is now available to purchase. The new Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro features a number of upgrades over its predecessor, but Apple is making you pay dearly for them.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 16 Apr 2020 09:24

Apple iPad Pro 11 2020: An expensive, but very high-quality tablet

iPad Pro 11 2020: Apple now offers more for less money

At first glance, the iPad Pro 11 2020 may only seem like a small update compared to the previous model. However, there are a couple of great new features and the prices were reduced.

Florian Schmitt, 15 Apr 2020 23:21

The iPhone SE will come in three colours. (Image source: Apple)

iPhone SE: Apple finally releases its US$399 "budget" smartphone with an A13 Bionic chipset

So, Jon Prosser was right all along. Apple has finally announced the iPhone SE. No, we have not stepped back into 2016. Instead, Apple has revitalised the SE branding for 2020. Featuring an A13 Bionic SoC, 3 GB of RAM, a 4.7-inch ...

Alex Alderson, 15 Apr 2020 18:52

A screenshot from Suning.com pegging the iPhone SE 2020 for an April 15 release date, captured earlier today. (Image via Jon Prosser on Twitter)

Update: Confirmed | iPhone SE 2: The iPhone SE 2020 may launch today

According to a suspect claim by a Chinese retailer, the iPhone SE 2020 (or iPhone 9, depending on the final name) may launch later today (April 15) at 11 A.M. Eastern. Several leakers have claimed that Chinese retailer Suning is p...

Sam Medley, 15 Apr 2020 16:40

Apple TV could be about to give Nintendo some headaches if it picks up an A14 SoC as rumored. (Source: Apple)

Next Apple TV refresh could see it pick up an A14 SoC, HomePod could get a Google Nest Hub makeover

The next Apple TV refresh looks set to bring with it Apple’s next-generation A14 SoC according to a fresh rumor. Also on the cards is an Apple HomePod with a display along the lines of a Google Nest Hub and Amazon Echo Show after ...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 15 Apr 2020 12:42

The Apple A12X and the A12Z are exactly the same chip but the Z gets all eight GPU cores enabled. (Source: Apple)

TechInsights confirms our analysis that the A12Z in the new iPad Pro is just an A12X with an extra GPU core enabled

As we reported exclusively, the iPad Pro (2020) is fitted with a rebinned A12X chip that it has simply renamed the A12Z. The confirmation comes after TechInsights carried out an x-ray of the A12Z highlighting it has exactly the sa...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 15 Apr 2020 06:34

It has not been a great 2020 for PCs thus far. (Source: NBC)

PC shipments dropped by 12% in the first quarter of 2020: Gartner

The latest market research from the Gartner group indicates that the market for PCs has experienced its "sharpest decline" since 2013. However, it seems this year-on-year drop in shipments, which applies to the first 3 months of t...

Deirdre O Donnell, 14 Apr 2020 16:38

New Apple Watch 6 and watchOS 7 leaks point to TouchID, new mental-health tracking feature and more

We have now reached a part of April 2020 increasingly regarded as "iPhone SE 2 Week"; however, this has not stopped the new Apple Watch rumors coming thick and fast. They now point to a new form of authentication for this device, ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 13 Apr 2020 20:45

This may be what it takes to get the AirPower to work. (Source: YouTube)

Rumor | The Apple AirPower charging mat will come with an A11 Bionic chipset

Apple is now rumored to have had a second go at getting the AirPower product ready for launch, following an uncharacteristic failure to do so in 2019. A new leak asserts that this has been done by incorporating the iPhone X's SoC ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 13 Apr 2020 15:44

Apple's 2020 iPhone 12 might have flat edges like the iPhone 4S (Image source: Walmart)

The iPhone 12 will sport an all new flat design in 2020, inspired by the iPad: 4 new 5G models and Apple Tags also in the offing

Bloomberg sources indicate that 2020 iPhone models will feature a new design, with sharp corners and flat edges that hearken back to the iPhone 4S. The Bloomberg report also confirms a number of other 2020 Apple rumors about, abou...

Arjun Krishna Lal, 13 Apr 2020 12:23

MacBook Air 2020: Why does Apple sabotage the Air?

The new Apple MacBook Air 2020 was supposed to deal with two major issues of the popular subnotebook by implementing a new keyboard and the choice of more powerful quad-core processors. But the performance and the cooling system i...

Andreas Osthoff, 12 Apr 2020 19:25

The iPhone SE 2 may crash OnePlus' party next week. (Image source: Apple)

iPhone SE 2: Analyst confirms mid-April release for Apple's US$349 handset; iPhone 12 series to follow in October

With rumours abound that the iPhone SE 2 is launching next week, word has got out to analysts too. The A13 Bionic-powered and US$349 smartphone is said to feature a 4.7-inch LCD and the body of an iPhone. The iPhone 12 series is n...

Alex Alderson, 12 Apr 2020 15:59

You can now sideload unverified apps on iOS without Jailbreak or revokes

The latest update to the AltStore/AltServer iOS app allows users to sideload their own IPA files without the need for Jailbreak or the worries of possible revokes. AltStore uses a method that exploits the app developer license sys...

Sam Medley, 12 Apr 2020 03:58

Apple and Google collaborate on a new API to help track Covid-19 transmission

Consumer tech has already been used for 'Covid-19 contact tracing' in Taiwan and South Korea already. Now, Google and Apple have jointly announced a new API to do the same using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE). It will apparently used ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 11 Apr 2020 17:53

2018 Mac Mini pops up in Apple's refurbished store

Apple is now selling the 2018 Mac Mini desktop in its refurbished store. Prices start at US $599 for a Mini with a quad-core Core i3 CPU, 8 GB of DDR4 RAM, and a 128 GB PCIe SSD. While this might be more expensive than an equivale...

Sam Medley, 10 Apr 2020 17:55

The iPhone SE 2 is said to look like an iPhone 8. (Image source: ConceptsiPhone)

iPhone SE 2: Apple pushes iPhone 8 delivery dates ahead of anticipated US$349 iPhone launch

Said to be launching on April 14 or April 15 at US$349, the iPhone SE 2 will feature the body of an iPhone 8 but with newer hardware. Now, Apple has pushed iPhone 8 delivery dates until the end of next week, possibly after the com...

Alex Alderson, 10 Apr 2020 13:10

Chinese retailers cut prices on iPhone 11 devices to boost sales

Online Chinese retailers are selling the iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, and iPhone 11 Pro Max at significant discounts. Retailers hope the cuts will spur Chinese consumers to buy an iPhone. However, many Chinese people are delaying the...

Sam Medley, 09 Apr 2020 17:36

World of Warcraft: Shadowlands bastion concept art (Source: World of Warcraft)

Rumors | World of Warcraft: Shadowlands will support various game controllers — and consoles, hopefully — PlayStation 5 included

Although playing World of Warcraft with a game controller is possible, the game does not fully support this control method out of the box. However, World of Warcraft: Shadowlands is expected to sport support for PlayStation 4 and ...

Codrut Nistor, 09 Apr 2020 16:18

All signs point towards the Ice Lake-U series powering the next MacBook Pro 13. (Image source: Apple)

Apple adds support for 15 W Ice Lake processors in latest macOS Catalina beta ahead of expected MacBook Pro 13 refresh

Apple has added support for 15 W Ice Lake processors in macOS Catalina, fuelling speculation about an upcoming MacBook Pro refresh. Supposedly arriving next month, Apple is said to be upgrading the baby MacBook Pro to a 14-inch di...

Alex Alderson, 09 Apr 2020 13:33

Tuned is a new app for couples aimed squarely at couples. (Image via Apple App Store)

Facebook releases Tuned, an app that gives couples a "private space" to message each other

Tuned, an app designed for couples, is now available on iOS. The app comes from the NPE Team within Facebook. Though Tuned is billed as a private app for couples, users should be aware that anything sent through Tuned could be sen...

Sam Medley, 09 Apr 2020 04:40

Apple is bringing at least two pairs of Bluetooth headphones to market this year. (Image source: Alejandro Luengo - Unsplash)

Apple targeting WWDC 2020 for over-ear headphones with AirPods X coming in September; plans to phase out the Beats brand afoot too

Details about Apple's first set of over-ear headphones have been released, along with information about the "AirPods Pro Lite". Apparently called the AirPods X, they are part of a wider plan to gradually wind up the Beats. 9to5Mac...

Alex Alderson, 07 Apr 2020 20:15

The iPad Pro 11-inch 2020 on Amazon.in. (Source: MySmartPrice)

The 2020 iPad Pros may launch in India via Amazon soon

Amazon.in has reportedly made pages for the new iPads Pro live, suggesting that these tablets will be available on this platform soon. The site allegedly has listings for the 11- and 12.9-inch variants of this series, which both h...

Deirdre O Donnell, 07 Apr 2020 18:31

The new small MacBook Pro could be launched in just a few weeks. (Image source: Apple)

Rumour | MacBook Pro J223 to be announced next month with new MacBook Pro 16 arriving at WWDC 2020

Rumoured to be featuring an all-new 14-inch display, the MacBook Pro J223 is said to be making the switch to faster processors and Apple's Magic Keyboard too. Previously thought to be arriving at WWDC 2020 in June, word is that Ap...

Alex Alderson, 07 Apr 2020 15:58

Apple is rumoured to be launching a new budget smartphone at some point this month. (Image source: @OnLeaks & @iGeeksBlog)

iPhone SE 2: Multiple retailers gear up for the iPhone 9, Apple's US$349 smartphone, ahead of imminent release

As the guessing game behind the name and release date of Apple's next budget smartphone continues, more retailers continue to list the device on the websites. The device, which has been rumoured to be called the iPhone SE 2, iPhon...

Alex Alderson, 06 Apr 2020 17:46

Here's our first look at the upcoming iPhone 12 series

Latest iPhone 12 leak showcases screen sizes, LiDAR sensor, camera setup, and more

Apple's much-awaited iPhone 12 series is reportedly in its final prototyping stages. The base iPhone 12 will come with a 5.4 or 6.1-inch screen and two cameras, while the larger iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max will come with t...

Anil Satyanarayana, 06 Apr 2020 17:29

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Happy anniversary, World of Tanks: Wargaming's flagship product has been around for (almost) a decade

This is Facebook's Dark Mode on iOS

Does the MacBook Air 2020 have an overheating problem?

New exploit may lead to Jailbreak on A13 devices like the iPhone 11

Xcode said to baked into iPadOS 14, big implications for developers and pro-class apps for iPad

iPhone SE Plus: Apple's 5.5-inch smartphone to launch in 2021 with an A13 Bionic SoC

Tipster unveils trove of upcoming Apple products: new mini-LED iPad Air with in-display fingerprint in the offing

New AirPods ready to go, could join new MacBook Pro for May launch

iPhone 12 Pro second-generation Face ID system detailed, more

The Tor Project forced to lay off one-third of its staff

Apple Music now finally available through a web interface

A new leak suggests Google's version of the Apple Card is on the way

MacOS 10.15.5 to include new battery management tool to increase battery lifespan

Our take on the top 10 bestselling smartphones on Amazon

Apple should take a look at this iPad Pro Max concept

Rumour | Apple delays 5G, A14X Bionic and mini-LED iPad Pro refresh until early 2021

Near final iPhone 12 Pro Max render based on official CAD leak

Apple premium noise cancelling headphones said to be highly customizable

Qualcomm, MediaTek and Samsung are found to have been the biggest mobile chipset sellers in 2019

The iPhone SE 2020 doesn't have Apple's U1 Ultra Wideband chip, won't support AirTags

Report suggests AMD's upcoming Zen 4 CPUs will be built on an exclusive TSMC 5 nm enhanced node

So, what 12 MP camera does the iPhone SE have? It's complicated, apparently

HP compares its latest 2020 Envy 15 to the MacBook Pro 16 and it conveniently leaves out some important differences

Apple's crazy expensive Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro is now up for order

iPad Pro 11 2020: Apple now offers more for less money

iPhone SE: Apple finally releases its US$399 "budget" smartphone with an A13 Bionic chipset

Update: Confirmed | iPhone SE 2: The iPhone SE 2020 may launch today

Next Apple TV refresh could see it pick up an A14 SoC, HomePod could get a Google Nest Hub makeover

TechInsights confirms our analysis that the A12Z in the new iPad Pro is just an A12X with an extra GPU core enabled

PC shipments dropped by 12% in the first quarter of 2020: Gartner

New Apple Watch 6 and watchOS 7 leaks point to TouchID, new mental-health tracking feature and more

Rumor | The Apple AirPower charging mat will come with an A11 Bionic chipset

The iPhone 12 will sport an all new flat design in 2020, inspired by the iPad: 4 new 5G models and Apple Tags also in the offing

MacBook Air 2020: Why does Apple sabotage the Air?

iPhone SE 2: Analyst confirms mid-April release for Apple's US$349 handset; iPhone 12 series to follow in October

You can now sideload unverified apps on iOS without Jailbreak or revokes

Apple and Google collaborate on a new API to help track Covid-19 transmission

90% Apple iPad Pro 11 2020 Tablet Review – This is what an update should look like

2018 Mac Mini pops up in Apple's refurbished store

iPhone SE 2: Apple pushes iPhone 8 delivery dates ahead of anticipated US$349 iPhone launch

Chinese retailers cut prices on iPhone 11 devices to boost sales

Rumors | World of Warcraft: Shadowlands will support various game controllers — and consoles, hopefully — PlayStation 5 included

Apple adds support for 15 W Ice Lake processors in latest macOS Catalina beta ahead of expected MacBook Pro 13 refresh

88% Apple MacBook Air 2020 Core i5 Review – The best MacBook you can get? – No

Facebook releases Tuned, an app that gives couples a "private space" to message each other

Apple targeting WWDC 2020 for over-ear headphones with AirPods X coming in September; plans to phase out the Beats brand afoot too

The 2020 iPad Pros may launch in India via Amazon soon

Rumour | MacBook Pro J223 to be announced next month with new MacBook Pro 16 arriving at WWDC 2020

iPhone SE 2: Multiple retailers gear up for the iPhone 9, Apple's US$349 smartphone, ahead of imminent release

Latest iPhone 12 leak showcases screen sizes, LiDAR sensor, camera setup, and more

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