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Apps like Facebook Messenger and WhatsApp may need redesigns thanks to iOS 13's background access restrictions

iOS 13 will bring a few new features to iPhones upon its release later this year, several of which are focused on protecting user privacy. One such update will block background processes from collecting user data, something that s...

Sam Medley, 07 Aug 2019 05:02

Touch ID: Gone but not forgotten. (Image source: Apple)

Under-screen Touch ID & Face ID iPhone to enter mass-production by 2021: New report

According to reports from China, Apple will start mass-producing displays with an in-screen Touch ID sensor that will complement Face ID in anticipation of their inclusion in the 2021 iPhone series. The upcoming displays will like...

Alex Alderson, 05 Aug 2019 20:56

The in-app ad market is thought to keep growing in strenght until 2025. (Source: MarTech Today)

The in-app ad market may be worth well over US$200 billion by 2025

The market for in-app advertisements worldwide is now projected to be worth approximately US$226 billion in 6 years, according to the latest research. Of these, ads on Android are thought to be capable of the highest growth. In ad...

Deirdre O Donnell, 05 Aug 2019 19:26

The 5G tech market may have the potential to explode over the coming years. (Source: AMR)

5G technology is now projected to build a market worth over US$600 billion by 2026

The 5G tech market is now thought to be capable of hitting US$667.9 billion by the middle of the next decade. This is particularly impressive as it is also projected to accrue only $5.54 billion by 2020. This growth may be driven ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 03 Aug 2019 18:00

The HomePod captured more inadvertant Siri recordings than other devices like the iPhone. (Source: Apple)

Apple suspends Siri eavesdropping program in wake of privacy scandal

Apple has suspended a controversial Siri grading program that allowed contractors to listen to recordings of customers using the voice recognition software. The purportedly privacy focused company was caught out by a whistleblower...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 02 Aug 2019 13:30

13-inch Apple MacBook Pro might get a model without Touch Bar

Apple MacBook Pro "A2159" gets certified, most likely an updated 13-inch model without Touch Bar

Although most Apple MacBook Pro-related rumors we keep hearing these days involve a 16-inch model, the model A2159 that was recently spotted on the website of the FCC seems to be an update 13-inch model. Since Apple still has to u...

Codrut Nistor, 01 Aug 2019 14:50

GoPro will start to amalgamate its 2 main apps in the future. (Source: GoPro)

GoPro app to be updated with improved editing features

GoPro has announced that it will refresh the companion app for its action-cameras. The updates will integrate Quik editing features directly into said app. This will enable the user to apply filters and convert footage into storie...

Deirdre O Donnell, 31 Jul 2019 23:00

Realme has posted relatively phenomenal growth this quarter. (Source: Realme)

Realme sees an 848% increase in its global smartphone shipments compared to this time last year

The OPPO sub-brand Realme's volume of smartphone shipments worldwide has increased from approximately 500,000 in the 2nd quarter of 2018 (2Q2018) to about 4.7 million in 2Q2019. In other words, this has grown 8.48 times year-on-ye...

Deirdre O Donnell, 31 Jul 2019 20:32

The 'new' LG UltraFine 5K monitor. (Source: LG)

LG refreshes the UltraFine 5K monitor for 2019

The UltraFine 5K monitor by LG is typically marketed as an ideal companion screen for Macs or MacBooks. However, it mysteriously vanished from Apple's website not long ago. Now, it is back as a new model for this year.

Deirdre O Donnell, 31 Jul 2019 18:59

A majority of consumers surveyed appear to distrust connected devices. (Source: ERP Insight)

Up to 63% of consumers now find connected devices "creepy"

A study conducted by Consumers International, in conjunction with the Internet Society has reportedly found that most individuals surveyed find connected devices (mostly IoT or "smart home" products) "creepy". In addition, 53% of ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 31 Jul 2019 16:48

Apple revenue remains strong although iPhone sales continue to decline. (Source: Apple)

iPhone sales fall below half of Apple revenue for the first time since 2012

Apple’s iPhone business continues to weaken with sales down 12 percent over the same time last year. At the same time its Services business enjoyed a record quarter which combined with the decline in iPhone sales meant that for th...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 31 Jul 2019 12:11

16-inch MacBook Pro with thin bezels, redesigned keyboard rumored to drop in late September

Rumors of a 16-inch MacBook Pro continue to circulate. A new rumor by Digitimes states that the larger MacBook Pro may debut as early as September, although Apple's recent trims of the MacBook Pro line suggest otherwise.

Sam Medley, 29 Jul 2019 17:41

All next-gen Apple iPhone models will feature 5G connectivity

All three iPhone models to launch in 2020 will feature 5G connectivity

Although previous rumors claimed otherwise, a recent report by popular Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reveals that all three iPhone models that are expected to arrive in 2020 will feature 5G connectivity. All these upcoming devices — ...

Codrut Nistor, 29 Jul 2019 09:40

Dish will be able to call itself a major carrier after the T-Mobile/Sprint merger. (Source: Dish)

US Department of Justice approves T-Mobile/Sprint merger

T-Mobile and Sprint have been granted the license to amalgamate into 1 company. This move by the US Department of Justice (DoJ) is effectively the final hurdle to the carriers' long-planned merger. They do so under the condition t...

Deirdre O Donnell, 27 Jul 2019 16:06

This screenshot from Apple's website is starting to have a different ring about it. (Source: Apple)

Apple caught in Siri privacy scandal, issues a statement trying to downplay its severity

Apple has been caught in a fresh privacy scandal as first reported by The Guardian. According to an Apple contractor, Apple just like Google and Amazon have been busted doing, uses contractors to analyze and assess the accuracy of...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 27 Jul 2019 10:28

The TicPods Free. (Source: Buzz This Viral)

Deal | Mobvoi is offering TicPods Free at US$30 right now

The TicPods Free are some of the most prominent AirPod alternatives out there. They are made by Mobvoi, also known for the Ticwatch Pro. This OEM is selling their wireless earbuds at US$99.99, or $30 less than their recommended pr...

Deirdre O Donnell, 26 Jul 2019 20:42

Slightly more useful? The hack puts the Windows 10 Taskbar on the TouchBar in Bootcamp, but at the cost of the function keys. (Source: Twitter @imbushuo)

Developer turns the MacBook Pro Touch Bar into a Taskbar in Windows 10

A clever developer has created a hack to allow the MacBook Pro's Touch Bar to act as a touch-enabled "Task Bar" when running under Windows 10 via Bootcamp.

Douglas Black, 26 Jul 2019 08:05

Netflix has a new deal for its Indian customers. (Source: Netflix)

Netflix launches mobile-only plan in India for equivalent of US$2.90 per month

Netflix has announced a new price-tier for its subscription plans in the Indian market. It goes for just INR 199 (about US$2.88) per month. For this, the user can only use the app on 1 device, which could be either a smartphone or...

Deirdre O Donnell, 25 Jul 2019 14:06

Unofficial MacBook Pro redesign render (Source: Wccftech)

Upcoming 16-inch MacBook Pro rumored to start at US$3,000 without moving to OLED

Although the upcoming 16-inch MacBook Pro will target professionals who have a generous budget and is rumored to start at US$3,000, we are also hearing that Apple will not move to an OLED panel. The yet-to-be-confirmed portable is...

Codrut Nistor, 24 Jul 2019 12:20

This is probably what the iPhone 11 is going to look like. (Source: @BenGeskin)

Latest iPhone 11 rumors point to new Taptic Engine, A13 chip, new front camera and no USB-C

Some firm details around Apple’s iPhone 11 due this fall have emerged courtesy of 9to5Mac. The big tip is it will retain its Lightning port for the time being, while also getting some key upgrades to its Taptic Engine, a new front...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 24 Jul 2019 03:27

The 2020 iPhone looks set for a 120Hz display. (Souce: Ice Universe)

2020 iPhone set to get 120Hz Pro Motion OLED display

Apple’s 2020 iPhone looks to be the one to get with the latest rumor pointing to an OLED display with a variable refresh rate up to 120Hz. Apple introduced this feature on its 2017 LCD-based iPad Pro 10.5-inch and 12.9-inch models...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 22 Jul 2019 13:26

Record numbers of iPhone users are switching to Android, study says. (Source: Apple)

iPhone loyalty drops to lowest level in years with 1-in-4 switching to Android

A new study suggests that iPhone loyalty is at an all-time low. According to BankMyCell, which tracks smartphone upgrades, iPhone users are switching in record numbers and they are largely turning to Samsung for their upgrade when...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 20 Jul 2019 11:41

The IP camera market may grow to a multi-billion-dollar worth in the next decade. (Source: Alert Watch)

The IP camera market is now projected to be worth approximately US$20 billion in 6 years

Internet-protocol (or IP) cameras shipments are thought to grow to over 100 million by 2025, or 20% more than there are now. These projections are part of newly-published research on the IP surveillance market. It is thought to be...

Deirdre O Donnell, 18 Jul 2019 23:19

DuckDuckGo adds new features to its mapping system, courtesy of Apple Maps

DuckDuckGo, the privacy-focused search engine, has added a few new features to its mapping service. These include improved local searches, support for a Dark Mode, and more. The features were added through Apple's MapKit JS framew...

Sam Medley, 18 Jul 2019 16:46

Opensignal's latest carrier rankings in important dimensions of 4G service. (Source: Opensignal)

T-Mobile has the fastest 4G in the US, although Verizon has the best coverage: latest research

The latest study from the cellular-data research body Opensignal reports that Verizon has the most widespread 4G services in the US (at 94.8% coverage). However, T-Mobile was associated with the best upload and download experience...

Deirdre O Donnell, 17 Jul 2019 17:14

Apple iPhone 11/XI models (Source: Marques Brownlee on YouTube)

Unofficial video shows all three iPhone 11 models

The upcoming three smartphones by Apple — expected to hit the market as the iPhone 11 or iPhone XI family — have about the same size as their predecessors, but come with a triple rear camera setup with a rumored zoom factor of 3X....

Codrut Nistor, 17 Jul 2019 13:56

The new MacBook Air might be cheaper and have an improved display, but its SSD performance has gone backwards. (Source: Apple)

New cheaper MacBook Air found to have cheaper gimped SSD

You could say Tim Cook a highly effective CEO, or you could say he is a world champion penny pincher. Under Cook, Apple has found every way it can to save a few cents here and there to increase or preserve profit margins and the l...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 16 Jul 2019 13:23

Here it is, the even slightly less repairable 13-inch MacBook Pro. (Image source: iFixit)

The 2019 13-inch MacBook Pro is even less repairable than its predecessors

Popular teardown and repair website iFixit has taken the new 13-inch MacBook Pro apart, revealing a 7% larger battery, a soldered SSD, a smaller heatsink and modular ports. Unsurprisingly, the new 13-inch MacBook Pro 13 received a...

Alex Alderson, 15 Jul 2019 18:43

An image from an Apple patent application for AR glasses. (Source: Phone Arena)

Apple kills its AR glasses project while Samsung gains new AR glasses patent

Taiwan's DigiTimes reports that Apple has killed its plans for an AR headset citing supply chain sources. Samsung, however, seems to be ploughing on with its AR headset efforts filing a new patent for a foldable headset.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 14 Jul 2019 03:35

Apple no longer sells a 13-inch MacBook Pro without a Touch Bar. (Image source: Apple)

The new entry-level 13-inch MacBook Pro comes with a customised Intel CPU, Iris Plus Graphics and crushes its predecessor in multi-core tasks

The 2019 13-inch MacBook Pro is almost here, but numerous Geekbench listings have already gone live demonstrating the entry-level's single and multi-core performance. Unsurprisingly, the quad-core laptop hammers its dual-core pred...

Alex Alderson, 13 Jul 2019 20:35

Age of Wonders III is free on Steam until July 15

Get it while you can: Age of Wonders III is now free on Steam

Age of Wonders III arrived at the end of March 2014 for Microsoft Windows, but it became available for OS X and Linux as well one year later. Now, those interested can grab the original release for free via Steam until July 15 — a...

Codrut Nistor, 12 Jul 2019 11:40

The standard iPad could get a look similar to the 10.5-inch iPad Air. (Source: Apple)

New iPads inbound suggests latest filings

Two new Eurasia Economic Commission filings by Apple show that the Cupertino giant is prepping five new iPads. Among these is thought to be the rumored 10.2-inch replacement for the ageing entry-level 9.7-inch iPad design.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 12 Jul 2019 09:28

The Snapdragon Wear 3100 may be followed up by the 2700. (Source: Qualcomm)

Next-gen Snapdragon Wear SoC now rumored to be based on budget smartphone silicon

The Snapdragon Wear 3100 is the latest platform for Google-powered wearables. New leaks suggest that a successor for this SoC is already in the works. It is rumored to be called the Snapdragon Wear 2700, and to be a derivative of ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 11 Jul 2019 23:56

World of Warplanes 2.1 now live (Source: Own)

World of Warplanes 2.1 now available with drastic tech tree changes, new equipment, and more

After more than six years since its initial release, World of Warplanes has just been updated to version 2.1. This new build comes with a Europe tech tree that replaces the previously available France tab, quite a few new premium ...

Codrut Nistor, 11 Jul 2019 21:40

The X55 modem, alongside the QTM525 RFFE, are involved in next-gen 5G. (Source: Qualcomm)

Qualcomm & Ericsson announce world's first successful data call on the band intended for US-wide 5G

Qualcomm and Ericsson has announced that their technology has passed an important milestone in the roll-out of 5G across a country the size of the US on the same band. This 600-megahertz (MHz) frequency, one of the lowest to be as...

Deirdre O Donnell, 11 Jul 2019 19:33

Unofficial 16-inch MacBook Pro render (Source: GizChina)

Production of a 16-inch MacBook Pro rumored to start in the final quarter of 2019

This is not the first time that a 16-inch MacBook hits the rumor mill, but the latest leak that concerns Apple's upcoming portable comes with some new information. To be more specific, now we know that the tech giant headquartered...

Codrut Nistor, 11 Jul 2019 13:09

How eSIMs differ from conventional SIMs. (Source: Deutsche Telekom)

eSIM-enabled device shipments are now thought to approach 2 billion by 2025

The latest market analysis indicates that the volume of eSIM-enabled device shipments reached 384 million last year. The resulting projections suggest that this figure will grow to about 2 billion over the next 6 years. Smartphone...

Deirdre O Donnell, 10 Jul 2019 23:51

The Nest Hello doorbell may gain the ability to protect against parcel theft soon. (Source: PCMag.com)

Nest Hello doorbell to get delivery-monitoring update

The Nest Hello device is a smart doorbell with an inbuilt camera. A leak concerning a software update for this product has found that it may gain the ability to detect when a package has been delivered. This code may also allow fo...

Deirdre O Donnell, 10 Jul 2019 20:18

Cartooned mod for StarCraft Remastered (Source: Blizzard Shop)

StarCraft Remastered goes all cartoonish thanks to the Cartooned mod

If the two-year-old StarCraft: Remastered was not enough to draw the attention of the hardcore fans of Blizzard's iconic title that was released at the end of March 1998, the Cartooned mod might make them finally pay attention to ...

Codrut Nistor, 10 Jul 2019 15:01

Apple has axed the Intel-based 12-inch MacBook -- expect an ARM-based replacement in 2020. (Source: Apple)

Death of 12-inch MacBook points to ARM-based replacement for 2020

Although the focus is currently on Apple's refreshed MacBook Air and entry-level 13-inch MacBook Pro, there was a subtle sign from Apple of where it is heading with its MacBook line up in 2020. The quiet demise of the 12-inch MacB...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 10 Jul 2019 06:52

The new 13-inch MacBook Air picks up a True Tone Retina display. (Source: Apple)

Apple updates MacBook Air and entry-level 13-inch MacBook Pro

Apple has updated its two entry-level MacBooks with both the MacBook Air and the 13-inch non-Touch Bar MacBook Pro. Both come with the fourth time revised butterfly keyboard mechanism as well as some other substantial updates alon...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 10 Jul 2019 03:57

Over 50% of survey-takers believe that overly influential tech groups need breaking up. (Source: Insurance Asia News)

New study suggests most Americans now believe their government should do more to regulate big tech

An industrial consultant firm, Grail Insights, has released the results of a survey-based study on public attitudes towards 'big tech' companies, their effects on consumer privacy and the role national authorities should adopt in ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 09 Jul 2019 18:33

Samsung rollable patent shows what the Sony rollable smartphone might look like. (Source: Letsgodigital)

Latest rollable and foldable rumors point to new devices from Sony and Apple

The latest rollable and foldable rumors to surface over the weekend suggest that both Sony and Apple are prepping devices with flexible displays. The Sony rumor suggests a smartphone with a extendable rollable display while Apple ...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 08 Jul 2019 11:39

Microsoft Puppets in action (Source: SwiftKeyApp on YouTube)

Microsoft Puppets: SwiftKey gets Animoji-like virtual characters

SwiftKey users will soon be able to create their own virtual character that matches their head movements and facial expressions. This AR emoji feature is similar to Apple's Animoji and currently comes with five characters: Dinosau...

Codrut Nistor, 08 Jul 2019 09:44

The facial recognition market is set to roughly double in the next 5 years

Facial recognition is projected to continue to grow as an industry into the next decade. Its market is estimated at being worth US$3.2 billion now. However, this value is projected to grow to $7 billion by 2024.

Deirdre O Donnell, 07 Jul 2019 23:13

App expenditures in the 1st half of 2019 showed healthy growth. (Source: SensorTower)

Nearly US$40 billion was spent on apps in the 1st half of 2019

The latest report from SensorTower shows that app purchases generated a revenue of US$39.7 billion in the 1st 6 months of 2019. This impressive figure also represents a 15% year-on-year increase in the same kind of spending. The A...

Deirdre O Donnell, 05 Jul 2019 18:44

Apple could adopt the scissor switch keyboard mechanism in upcoming MacBooks. (Source: iFixit)

Ming-Chi Kuo: Apple will ditch the butterfly-switch keyboard for something that actually works, starting with the 2019 MacBook Air

A new report by Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo indicates that Apple might ditch the troublesome butterfly-switch keyboard mechanism on upcoming MacBooks in favor of the scissor-switch. Kuo expects the MacBook Air refresh this year to ...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 05 Jul 2019 10:12

Apple

Apps like Facebook Messenger and WhatsApp may need redesigns thanks to iOS 13's background access restrictions

Under-screen Touch ID & Face ID iPhone to enter mass-production by 2021: New report

The in-app ad market may be worth well over US$200 billion by 2025

5G technology is now projected to build a market worth over US$600 billion by 2026

Apple suspends Siri eavesdropping program in wake of privacy scandal

Apple MacBook Pro "A2159" gets certified, most likely an updated 13-inch model without Touch Bar

GoPro app to be updated with improved editing features

Realme sees an 848% increase in its global smartphone shipments compared to this time last year

LG refreshes the UltraFine 5K monitor for 2019

Up to 63% of consumers now find connected devices "creepy"

iPhone sales fall below half of Apple revenue for the first time since 2012

16-inch MacBook Pro with thin bezels, redesigned keyboard rumored to drop in late September

All three iPhone models to launch in 2020 will feature 5G connectivity

US Department of Justice approves T-Mobile/Sprint merger

Apple caught in Siri privacy scandal, issues a statement trying to downplay its severity

Deal | Mobvoi is offering TicPods Free at US$30 right now

Developer turns the MacBook Pro Touch Bar into a Taskbar in Windows 10

Netflix launches mobile-only plan in India for equivalent of US$2.90 per month

Only one fitness tracker is worth its salt: Xiaomi Mi Band 4 and Samsung Galaxy Fit e in review

Upcoming 16-inch MacBook Pro rumored to start at US$3,000 without moving to OLED

Latest iPhone 11 rumors point to new Taptic Engine, A13 chip, new front camera and no USB-C

88% Apple MacBook Air 2018 (i5, 256 GB) Laptop Review

2020 iPhone set to get 120Hz Pro Motion OLED display

iPhone loyalty drops to lowest level in years with 1-in-4 switching to Android

The IP camera market is now projected to be worth approximately US$20 billion in 6 years

DuckDuckGo adds new features to its mapping system, courtesy of Apple Maps

T-Mobile has the fastest 4G in the US, although Verizon has the best coverage: latest research

Unofficial video shows all three iPhone 11 models

New cheaper MacBook Air found to have cheaper gimped SSD

The 2019 13-inch MacBook Pro is even less repairable than its predecessors

Apple kills its AR glasses project while Samsung gains new AR glasses patent

The new entry-level 13-inch MacBook Pro comes with a customised Intel CPU, Iris Plus Graphics and crushes its predecessor in multi-core tasks

Apple iPod Touch 2019 Review: A music player for gamers

Get it while you can: Age of Wonders III is now free on Steam

New iPads inbound suggests latest filings

Next-gen Snapdragon Wear SoC now rumored to be based on budget smartphone silicon

World of Warplanes 2.1 now available with drastic tech tree changes, new equipment, and more

Qualcomm & Ericsson announce world's first successful data call on the band intended for US-wide 5G

Production of a 16-inch MacBook Pro rumored to start in the final quarter of 2019

eSIM-enabled device shipments are now thought to approach 2 billion by 2025

Nest Hello doorbell to get delivery-monitoring update

StarCraft Remastered goes all cartoonish thanks to the Cartooned mod

Death of 12-inch MacBook points to ARM-based replacement for 2020

Apple updates MacBook Air and entry-level 13-inch MacBook Pro

New study suggests most Americans now believe their government should do more to regulate big tech

Latest rollable and foldable rumors point to new devices from Sony and Apple

Microsoft Puppets: SwiftKey gets Animoji-like virtual characters

The facial recognition market is set to roughly double in the next 5 years

Nearly US$40 billion was spent on apps in the 1st half of 2019

Ming-Chi Kuo: Apple will ditch the butterfly-switch keyboard for something that actually works, starting with the 2019 MacBook Air

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